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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
An ERA OF CARNEGIE.
Pres. Gilman Of John Hopkins Tell, Gin.
There's Too Much Reading.

New York, June Ga special from
Baltimore gives some extracts from
the address Of Pres. Gilman Of Johns
Hopkins University to the graduates
Of the Woman's college. He deplored
what he called An era of Carnegie
too much reading and said
Reading is a kind of craze that has
gotten hold Of the people. 1t is a dan.
gerous habit, like a stimulant. The
publishers are constantly putting forth
new attractions in the field, and the
reviewers excite our appetites It il
no doubt very pleasant TO be UP 10
date. well posted and in the swim
about the latest issues from the press
but we are all in great danger of read.
ing too much
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

1t IN understood that the rc'a'vo
OF Il well known Halloween ma" -"
somewhat anxious about MN. "
that he went to Augusta on inc iou, y"
of the month and signed ior ms ~"
sion, and since that time nc i''' ~.
been seen or heard from as Iai DIS -
known by his relatives here. /, Is po'
siblc that he has gone to VISIT SOM VI
his relatives in Vermont. ana '""' Nv
is there all right. and messages nave
been sent to them but his absence can
hardly fail to cause his friends here
some uncasincss
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

A meeting of the joint standing COM
mittce on fire department was held at
the city marshars office. Wednesday
evening. This committee was given
authority to purchase hose wagon
for Highland avenue. 1t was decided
to draw up the specifications and sub
nit them to the builders In the city.
The carriage will include all the APP
planes needed. except the hose. 1t
will be equipped with two chemicals.
ladders. axes and bars. and will be
similar to the Alert Hose Cos. wagon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Capt. A. f.. Murch will 20 on fur
Tough to Bangor. where he expects to
take charge of vessel. He was born
III Ellsworth and has followed the sea
Tor 90 years, visiting all parts of the
world. In the Civil War he served in
the lst Maine Cavalry, from its organ
lZation. and is member Of the
Sailors Snug Harbor' for retired sea
captains at Staten Island, n. Y. as
well as this Home. He has the ap-
pearancc of 4 wcll-prescrvcd man of
80 years. but is really SO years of age.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
SEND FOR SAMPLE.
S. s. Lightbody & Co.. Watervillc. Me-.

S. S. Lightbody & Co.. Waterville. Me-,
Winsow, Me.
Dear Sirs:-For twenty years | tried all
sorts of so-called headache remedies, but
never with satisfactory results. was
advised to use Iightbody's Headache
Powders which | did, and can say that
have been the same cured. | hardly
ever have headache now. but when | do.
YOUR powders always stops them. | take
them at any time and experience no
trouble from them whatever.
MRS. ROBERT MAXWELL.
Do not take any other when you ash
for Iightbodys He will mail you q =
cent box on receipt Of price.
apr.c, diff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

An alarm from box SC at the corner
Of Lincoln and Chestnut streets. Lew.
iston. was TunC in. al 10 p NJ Wednes.
day. The fire department made fast
run TO the scene and found the gro.
Gerry store occupied by D. Shapiro was
filed with smoke. The family Of 10.
sCph Charpcntier lived upstairs, but
suffered no damage other than by
smoke. Mr.. Shapiros stock was hurt
to the extent of about $50 damage and
the building for about the same
amount; insured.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

After discharging her cargo, ycs,cr-
day morning, the steamer SaGadahoc
returned to Bath. where she VIII re-
main until the daily service begins.
The Kenncbec arrived soon after noon
and made the trip to Boston, her re-
pairs having been completed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Because of the strike Of the boiler
makers Of Seattle and Tacoma all work
on the United States army transport
Rosecrans has been stopped and she
is unable to start on her journey 70
Alaska. Under orders from Washing
ton. Mai. Ruhlen, the local quarter
master, has served notice TO the Ia
coma firm which obtained the contract
to repair the ship that the vessel would
be taken from their hands and the
work completed by the government it.
salf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mrs. F.. +. Smith, wife of the Homes
wcll-known pension clerk. Ecr sister.
Miss NJ. &. Wilson, and their friend,
Miss Genie Proctor, all of New York
city. are now on a visit to Togus and
are guests at the residence of Mrs.
Larkin TraSk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Two new open cars for the A.. III. n
G. II. r. arrived from Laconia, n. H.,
yesterday. They are doubie-tfuchcu
and were much admired by the many
who saw them. They were later taken
to Hallowcll. where they will be SET up
and put into service.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Beane's corner drug store has the
reputation Of serving some of the pur-
est and best soda to be found in the
three cities. there is a lots in the folin-
tain, in the know how and in the dis
position to do ones best. BY the way
ii is also good place for families TO
obtain a supply of Topsham ginger ale,
Moxie. Poland spring water, Nlchy,
ROOT beer etc etc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The schooner Lygonia, Captain
Tibbetts, after having delivered 217
tons of coal to Hamilton & Co and re-
manning at the wharf only q hours
was towed to Bowdoinham, yesterday
afternoon. where she will be loaded
with d cargo of boards for New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The returns from Through are: \. II.
Jackson and John \. 1ern. from Au-
gusta: c. Anthony. Portland; j. Brady.
New York City: j. III. Wagner, New
Haven, Conn: Samuel Revan. Lowell
Mass Samuel White, Brooklyn, n. Y.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The summer barrack is ready for
occupancy with 120 bcdstcads, com
modes, etc. The companies to go into it
will take their own bedding with them
With its monitor roof, 50 feet above
the main floor. excellent ventilation is
afforded. and for hot weather quarters
il will be the most dcsirab bic barracl
at this post
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The intentions of marriage of Miss
A bie Buckley of Augusta, and David
Cunningham of this city, have been
made public. The wedding will take
place at Augusta, June 81.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mr.. and Mrs. T.. :. Newell icit' ""'
day, for a two weeks WISH
friends at Durham. During ms ao-
scncc, his place as engineer OH '"c
shifting engine at the freight !afu
will be filled by George Pillsbury VI
Watcryillo
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

There arc few bicyclists !" ~.
city who have not noticed the sis" va.
City Marshal Drake has pcsted' p"' W
the reminder Of fine of 70 they VII
probably know that II is against ,ne
laws of the city to ride on the s'oc-
walks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The Berlin mill at Farmingdalc will
probably start. Monday morning, and
from that time until the logs are ex-
hausted. there will be lively times at
that place.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

AT a rat catcher as well as q hs' ~. ~.
1t seems that lie set wire trap ~
"a few days ago and. ycste'uas go,
ing, he found an old one IN" .na,,
young ones in the trap. he 'oo' ,ra ;,
over to one Of the neighbofs' W." ~,
Cog made short work Of the rat i"'I
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mrs. Leonard Loud, who has been
making a short visit with her brother,
6. T. White, Randolph, returned.
Thursday. to her home at SoSth Wey-
mouth, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The notice of the city marshal warn
ing bicycle riders to keep off the side
walks come very appropriately at this
season of the year when many people
thoughtlcssly use the sidewalks for
bicycle paths to the Inconvenience of
pedestrians.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
Rest, Health and Com fort to Mother md
Child

MRS. WINSLOW'S SOOTHING syrup, for
children teething, softeDS the gums, reduces
inflammation allays an pain, and cures wind
c""c Perfectly safe in all cases "" would
say to every mother who has suffering culid
10 not let your prejudice, nor The prcju,liccs
OF others, stand bet ween you and vO"r suffer-
ing child and the re lief that will be sure-yes
srsoiuteiy rCre--t' follow the use of this
H. ;is:iI:s e timely used. Price x:lc, hottie
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Will Narney has left the employ of
the Hallowcll Granite Co and it is
understood that he is to move into the
city. and that he will work for c. T..
Tayntor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

TWO new members admitted TO the
Home are John Haelcy, service in co.
+. 190th Penn. Vols. assigned to Co.
H. and Phillip Mari. service in co. II,
ID Maine Vols, assigned to hospital.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Len Keene, who has been employed
for some time at the Hallowcll Granite
Cos quarries has moved his family to
the city. and has entered the employ
OF q. T.. Tayntor.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

MS Marcia Merritt IS spending n
few " celss with her sister, Mrs. Silas
Atkins making her annual summer
visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Visitors registering ut the Home
library were: A. j.. Hamlni!i. John r.
Black. Augusta; +. Y. Baker, Gardi-
ncr: J. T.. James, Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

been attending the State cohNe"'o"
Universillist churches. being "e'o
e. to from The Gardiner chnrch'
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Miss a. NJ. Moores left, yesterday,
for Mamaromack, n. ", to spend the
summer with her cousin. Mrs. ID. G.
Gatcley of that place. Miss Moores in
tended to spend a few days with
friends in Worcester, Mass, on her
way
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

found in the sewer of Swans house a.,
others in the Town hall garret 81,
whs - the fire started. ai
Ben called upon to answer to tho 4,
ceny charge, today, Swan pleaded mi
guilty. NV
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Invitations announcing the wedding
Of F.. Adelbert DanfOrth of this city.
and Miss Augusta Mae Gatchell of
Hallowell, Tuesday evening. are out.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The T. r. w. Whist Club passed Il
very pleasant afternoon, Thursday.
the guests of Mrs. George Reed, School
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

There will be another game of base
ball at the Quimby Athletic Field. Sat
urday afternoon, when a local team will
play one from the wooden mill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The kenneboc Log Driving Go. opened
a gap at the Hallowcll boom, yestcr-
day, and had crew of men working
the logs down the river.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Patrick Hennessy of Home 90. n.
cryicc in Go. Il, 18th Conn. Vols, dicd
In the hospital, June ). Funeral AZ :
r. NJ. today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mr.. and Mrs. G. w. HeseltOn, who
have been passing a few days at Bos-
ton. returned, yesterday, on the Sag
adahOc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Decker q Days stock of bicycles
must be reduced, call for bargain
prices. Never a better time to buy and
save money.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

John B. Murphy of Dover, n. H..
who was here to attend the funeral Of
his brother. returned, yesterday, to
his work in that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mrs. Linwood Steward and son ar
rived from Brewer. Thursday, to visit
Mr.. and Mrs. G.. S. Steward, Highland
avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
Daily krnnebsr journal
GARDINER.
journals Telephone Call-37-5.

Arthur Peaslee has moved into the
Mitchell house, Central street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The pulp mill repairs are so far pro-
crossed chat beginning has been
made ags in in the acid and wood
rooms to manufacture pulp.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

What hammock weather; no cater
pillars; everything favorable and the
largest stock to select from at Web
Der Bros.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

J. ]. Preney went to Bath. yester-
ddv, where he will pass few days at
his former home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

The II. c. Barker 60. are said to have
in stock about the finest line of straw
hats on the kenncbec.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Florence Lantham, who served IN 81
l. 18th n Y Vols, has been rcadmit-
{ ID TO the Home and Will go to Co. q.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
UrNNEREC JOr1pNAI FRIDAY. JCNE7 1901

COR visiting her sister. She expects to
return, Saturday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Miss Hunt Of Randolph. went to
Oakland. yesterday, on visit Of q few
days with friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Samuel Haskell returned, yesterday,
from short business trip to the Hub.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
SOUTH GARDINER.

Mrs. Henry Sawyer returned from
Boston, Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Rear Admiral Francis c. Bolles arrived
at the kittcrN navy yard. Thursday. and
made an inspection Of the navy yard Hs
Wa accompanied by Assistant Naval
Constructor DuboSe.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

". {. Whitcomb returned, ycstcr
Gay from visit of two weeks with
Bangor friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

II. l.. Edwards went to Boothbay.
yesterday, on few days business
trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
HALLO\VELL.

Peaches have appeared in the local
markets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Miss Laura NJ. Carver of Searsport,
is visiting Mrs. Jennie &. Hunter.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

buck elk and doe that have WIN
tered at the Home zoo. were stipped
TO McrrymectinG Park, yesterday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Verge Lcavitt. who has been en-
ployed by the Hallowcll Granite Co.,
has left and moved with his family to
North Turner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Samuel George. John Hutchinson
and Fred Howard were among the
Cobbosseccontcc fishermen for Thurs
day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Pearl Lcavitt has been laid up for
the past few days with an attack Of
the grip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mrs. l.. 5. Davis returned, Thursday
from short visit with friends at Bos-
ton.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

NJ. l.. Cation of Montreal. Is spending
few days in the city. He is making
a tour of the state.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mrs. w. G.. Heseltnc returned,
Thursday, from Bangor. where she has
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

&. l.. Spauldng spent yesterday at
his cottage at Lake Cobbosscecontcc.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Mr.. and Mrs. c. II. Clifford of Boston.
have been spending few days in the
city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Hermon and VIII Stackpolc are Wis
iting at their old home in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

II. l.. Robinson went to Boston, yes
terday, for a business trip Of few
days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

van X. Beedle went to Boston. Tues
day, and returned by boat. THURSDAY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

4. II. Jordan returned, yesterday
from a business trip of a few days at
SkuWhegan.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Hiram Moore of Madison, was in the
city. yesterday. on a short business
f,.ir,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07

Charles Mcclure has acquired fame
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1901-06-07
TAKE \ CHAIR

that is comfortab Die to sit in, and it's :!
luxury: and Il luxury that costs YOU
hut trine if YOU purchase it here.
We are selling the above Norris chair
at the unhcard of figure of Sl3.5o.
When you take this Kind Of chair
you won't let any one take you out Of
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1901-07-18
The Population OF Ba bylOn.

Various attempts have been made. by
comparing its area with that of modern
cities to estimate the population of
Babylon. But on the lowest ca!cula-
lion it would be found supposing it to
have borne any considerable resem-
hlanco to one of our cities. to have had
a population of 100000. il suppose.
tion to which all but insuperable Oh.
stacles are opposed. The map of ASH
attic Turkey shows that the extent Of
country around Babylon available for
agricultural purposes must have been
quite inadequate to supply the neces-
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1901-07-18

A French medical Journal cites a
number of cases where great and last
NJ benefits were derived by people SUI
ferins from dyspepsia an: abdominal
diseases from gentle massage treat
ment of the abdomen one case men
toned is that OF young man aged 30
years who for six months had been suf-
fer!ng with his stomach. In spite of
varied treatment he was gradually
growing worse and looked Ike one in
the last stages of phthi>is. He suf-
fered from constipation and insomnia.
He was very nervous and was con
WINGED that he was about to die. After
insttutins the abdominal massage his
condition rapidly improved His alb
domen. which had resembled that of n
child with meningitis. became supple
and daily enlarged. The treatment
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1901-07-18

Lord Cardwell was In the habit of u.s.
ing the church prayers at family pray
ers. One day His valet came to him and
said. II must leave your lordsh:ps
service mt once"
"Why. what have you to complain
OFF,
Nothing personally. but your lord
ship will repeat every morning. we
have done those things which we ought
not to have done and have left undone
those things which we ought to have
done Now, | freely admit that have
often done things ought not. but that
| have left undOne things that | ought
to have done | utterly deny, and | will
not stay here to hear it said"
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1901-07-18
"The merican Type"

Those who direct the state who adj
minister the cities. control the legiSla.
lures he fnanciers. merchants. pro
fessors. journalists men OF letters
those whom | met in society-are near
IL all of American birth and of marked
American type. | rarely heard a for
Pign accent or saw foreign cOunte-
nance. The American world is practi-
cally run by genuine Americans.
Foreigners are more in evidence in
London or Manchester. it seemed TO
me. than they are in New York. Phila-
delphia or Boston. Frederic Harrison
In Nineteenth Century.
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1901-07-18
Family Prayers at the JenkinScs'

A Harlem woman recently decided
that family prayers were really neces-
sary to the proper bringing up of her
young son Johnnie. Mr.. Jenkins. NOM
inal head Of the family. didn't exactly
see the necessity. but. of course. yield
ed to his wife. The next morning aft
er breakfast the JenkinseS assembled
in the sitting room with feeling Of
suppressed excitement at the novel pro-
ceedings. After the Scriptural reading
they Enelt beside II lon. sofa. Mr. Jen-
kins at one end. Mrs. Jenkins at the
other and Johnnie in the middle Then
Mr.. Jenkins offered up prayer invok-
ing the divine presence.
Jenkins prayer was long and fervent
After it had continued for five minutes
Johnnie got restless. decided it was too
mono1onous and interrupted in his thin
bOyiSh voice with:
YES. bod: come and stay to dinner"
Mr.. jenkins concluded his Invocation
with an abrupt Amen Johnnie safe
ly out of the way. he strangely remark
ed to his wife, That's the limitv'
Family prayers have been abandoned
at the Jenkinses'.-NewY York Times.
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1901-07-18
Andersen's ChildIike Vanity.

"Hans Christian Andersen" said one
who saw him often. was the most
charming egotist | ever knew" When
the Danish crown prince brought home
his Swedish bride in the summer Of
1860. great assemblage of people
stood in the streets of Copenhagen to
see the royal couple pass.
In one group were several distin-
guished women and the great story
teller. Hans Christian Andersen. The
women occupied front seats at the Win
dow and received marked attention
from the court dignitaries in the pro-
ceSSiOn
Some one in the company remarked
that this particular window seemed to
possess peculiar attractions.
"Oh. yes" said the aged poet. pleased
and happy in his seat. where he had
been seen by nobody. Everybody
knows me-
The quiet smile that went round the
group had no trace of unkindness. His
childish vanity was one of the amiable
traits of the gentle old man. Every
body knew and loved it.
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1901-07-18
Strange Method of Salvation.

OF all the strange modes of saluta-
ton. the most extraordinary is the
dance of ceremony" current in the
west African kingdom of Dahomey.
Whenever any DahOnlan chief or Off
cial of rank comes to pay you visit
he always opens the interview by
dancing around you with various queer
cOntortiOns extremely suggestive Of
his having just upset a kettle of boil
ing water over his knees,. which you
are bound to initiate as closely as pos
sible.
1t is even reported-with what truth
cannot say-that one Of the native
ministers of the terrible King Gezu
owed his rapid rise at the Dahoman
court wholly to his superior skill in cut
ting these strange capers and that he
thus literally as well as fguratively
jumped to preferment.