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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

SlOTiGS-
Bv what process is wood made into paper, and
what kinds OF wood used? ?. What kind Of
paper does it make? D. W.
It is ground to pulp and usually mixed
with more or less of wood fibre. This
latter is obtained by chemical process.
the wood. in chips being digested in
steam-heated watts under the action OF
alkali or acids. The succeeding processes
are much the same as those for other pa
per stocks. .. Spruce, pine. poplar. and
hemlock are the woods most used. News,
book. and the cheaper grades of miscel-
laneous papers are the product
Who was the first poet laureate OF England. and
when was he appointed? p Who has the legal
right 20 name child. the father or the notheri
Ben Jonson was the first to be off,
clally appointed. his patent for the office
Issuing in March. 1850. But he had been
appointed sixteen years previously, and
in the days of the Norman kings of Eng
land there often was attached to the royal
household kings poet who described his
sovereign's achievements in Latin verse.
2 The father. case is of record where
in a fathers promise to give child
particular name has been held a valuable
consideration for a note.
W III YOU give = ii5I OF great uopus III tnis
country besides those at Jolinstown and Calves
ton in the last 100 years, and their dates?
o. L. H.
Here are 4 few of the very serious ones:
New Orleans, May u, 1919; Mill River
Valley. near Northampton, Mass. May 16.
1874; Eureka New, July "a, 1874; Pitts
burg, Pa, July &c. 1874; in Iowa. Missouri.
Kansas, and Minnesota during the middle
of June. 1881; Ohio and Mississippi VAL
leys, February. 1882; at Cincinnati and
neighborhood. February, 1888 and Penn
sylvaaia, New York. and New England,
January ., 1886. Galveston was inundat-
ed. too. on August 20. 1886.
What changes have bren made in Mr.. McKin-
lcy's Cabinet since his inauguration A R. 5.
The Cabinet was originally constituted
as follows: John Sherman. Secretary OF
state: Lyman j. Gage Secretary of the
Treasury; Russell A. Alger. Secretary OF
war; John D. Long Secretary of the
Navy; Joseph McKenna. Attorney Gen.
eraI: James il. Gary. Postmaster Gen
eraI: Cornelius n Bliss. Secretary OF the
Interior: and James Wilson, Secretary of
Agriculture Mr.. Sherman was succeed
ed as Secretary OF State by William r.
Day, and he IN turn was succeeded by
John Hay Mr.. Alger gave place to Elihu
Root Attorney General McKenna was
elevated to the Supreme Court, and was
succeeded by John w. Griggs. The pres
ent Postmaster General is Charles En-
ory Smith. ard the Secretary of the In
terror Ethan A. Hitchcock. -
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

Who were the American Commissioners who ne
gotiated the Treaty Of Peace with spsin7 2 Who
constitute the Philippine Commission? c. c. H.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

one that will last? 2. Will evaporate7
J. VI. O.
Fine sand, sandstone, charcoal, ashes
tos, u unglazed earthenwaTe. All Of
these will come in time TO need cleaning.
Reversal of the current of water will suf-
fee TO do this in some cases but entire
renewal of the material is surer and safer.
The earthenware may be sterilized by
heat. 2. Yes. even at very low tempera-
lures.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

William r. Day. Cushman X. Davis.
William P. Frye, George Gray, and White
law Reid. 2. w. II. Taft, Dean c. Wor-
eester. II. c. Ide. L. E. Wright. and Ber-
nard Moses.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

The two poems on Stevenson are among
the best in the book. One is in Scotch
dialect and one is in pure English. An
other particularly good bit of character
work, with an eerie suggest iveness about
it, is THE idiot" indianapolis: The
Bowen Merrill Company $1.5O)
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

How many United States Senators has Texas
had, and who were they? w. ]. B.
Fourteen; Samuel Houston. Thomas ).
Rtisk, j. Pinckney Henderson, Matthias
Ward. John Hemphill. Louis T. Wigfall.
J. W. Flanagan, Morgan G. Hamilton,
Sam Bell Maxey, Richard Coke, John H.
Reagan, Horace Chiffon. Roger @. Mills,
and Charles A. Culberson.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

In what part o. Michigan are It's copper minesf
2. Was Marshal McNiahon's record In the war with
Germany a clean one? G. K.
in its northernmost county, which ex-r
tends into Lake Superior as a slender
peninsula. 2. Yes; though beaten and
made prisoner, he was never accused of
treachery, as were some of the unsuccess-
full French generals at that time.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

No; it was first formed in Texas, its
chief object being opposition to wholesale
purchase of Government lands. Kansas
saw its greatest political victories. 2. In
1907 at jamestown. 8. In South Dakota
and Nebraska.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

You refer in a recent editorial 70 the well
known opinion Mr.. Tflden held of Grover C1eve-
land" What was 1t? c. B. R
In conversation with the late Charles
A. Dana shortly after Mr.. Cleveland's
election TO the Presidency. Mr.. Tilden
said: II regard Governor Cleveland as
the most selfish politician l ever met
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-01-06

Did the Farmers Alliance originate in Kansasf
3 When was the first English settlement made
in Virginia. 9. In what States were the Bad
Lands which the Sioux used As 4 refuge?
W A. c.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13

L. M. Rogers, OF Dola, was here
Monday.
]. W. Williams, Of Nashville was
here Wednesday.
Presiding. Elder II. r. Hess, Of
Grafton, Of the United Brethren
church, was business visitor here
Wednesday.
Imported cigars. pipes and cigar
cases in finest variety at Wells s. Hay
makers City Drug Store. CIT
The best and finest fruits can be
obtained at Commas Place, $50 Pike
street. Also fresh nuts Of all
kinds. 6-2t
Imported vases and fancy novelties
at Wells s. Haymaker's City Drug
Store. SIT
york State Folks" which will be
seen at the Grand next Monday night
should not be COMPOUNDED with other
plays of partly similar title, which
have been put before the public since
Arthur Sidman's play Of village life
was written and produced and achieved
its metropolitan success. The pro-
duction which will be seen here is
that which has just concluded d long
run ut the Chestnut St. Opera House,
Philadelphia, and which is on brief
tour preliminary to the New York
engagement. The company numbers
fifty people, with two car loads Of
scenery by Vogetlin.
For the young lady bunch OF
| violets, roses, carnations, lilies,
chrysanthemums and other cut
flowers are always acceptable. You
can leave your order at Nusbaum's
Book Store and be sure of getting
them. 6.2t
The best homemade candles in the
state are made right here at Gem
mass, $50 Pike street. CIT
/ For tropical fruits call at $50 Pike
street. CIT
WANTED-Solicit and
Gentlemen in your city ana vicinity,
highly respectable, legitimate, estab-
lished business; large commissions as
surfing profitable income, no expert
encc necessary, Call or address Room
3O6, Bijon Building, PittSburg, Penn
sylvania. 5-4t
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13

Mrs. Cecil Towles. left last week 1or
California, where she will sIeno the
winter with her sister, MIS-. Aliie
Rector.
Hugh Jarvis has returned from tne
fat stock show ut Chicago.
The Perry Coal s. Coke Company
has purchased so acres of coal and
surface OF Mrs. Phoebe Gore at Ad-
amston for $l7, 200. Mrs. Gore reserv-
ed a few acres around her home.
Lowney chocolates. Also assorted
candies absolutely fresh at Commas
Place, $50 Pike street.
Mrs. George w. Brown, of North
Dakota, and her father, II. B. Davis,
Of Salem, we're here Tuesday and
Wednesday visiting friends. Mrs.
Brown will return to her home next
week.
Doscher Bros candies fresh made
sold at Commas place, $50 Pike
street. o'So
Harry Dwyer, Of Weston, has ac-
cepted position at J. w. Pigott's
drug stnre.
xmas candles, fresh stock. For
line candies go to Gemma's, $50 Pike
street. osc
YORK State Folks" Arthur SD
mans new PASTORAL comedy, comes
to the Grand next Monday night with
all the prestige OF metropolitan
run, and the unanimous endorsement
of the metropolitan press. The sea
son Of the production opened at thu
Chestnut st. opera house, Philadel
phia, and will be brief one on the
road, as the New York engagement
begins next month. The presenta
ton is said to be unusually elaborate
two car loads Of scenery by Voegtlit
being used. The company number
tifty people, such well known artists
as james Kackaye, Ray Royce, Ernes
Lamson and Arthur Gregory.
Have you seen the pillow tops al
Miss Coffman's. See them. 6.2t
Vantines ware, pillow tops ant
handkerchiefs at Miss Cotfman's. 81
Get a hat for your doll at Mis-
CofHman's. W.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13

Read the new advertisement Of
Eorthcatt, Morris s. Co. on page 8.
MI. and Mrs.. Ray Hofnor are the
happy parents Of a II pound baby.
A girl was born to Mr.. and Mrs.
David Jones, OF Mechanic street few
days ago.
Ladies', you can get q suitable and
lasting gift for your gentleman friend
at Merriman's Shoe and Mems Fur
nbhing store. Umbrellas 75c to $1,000.
Atrunk, suit case or any kind Of hand
sstchel. An ivory or other fancy
handle cane. He would keep 1t al
ways, or a nice muftler, gloves, neck
ties, handkerchiefs, or a pair Of those
$500 or any other price suspenders.
Besides, any kind of slippers or shoes
for everybody, and the newest shapes
10 hats or one OF those plush caps,
all at Merriman's Shoe, Hat and Mems
Furnishing Store, opposite Post Office,
3rd street. est
Mrs. H. w. Harmer has returned
from a visit in Shepherdstown
Lady! get your gentleman friend
one Of those nice canes at Merriman's
Cents Furnishing Store. He will
keep it forever. CIT
DR.. John Wier, president Of the
seminary at Buckl,annon, was here
Wednesday afternoon, enroute to
Petersburg on business connected
with the endowment fund.
Fur a gentleman friend you can get
at Merriman's Shoe and Mems Fur
nishing Store suitable, lasting and
beautiful gifts. /. CIT
Men buy hats and their furnishings
Of Merriman because his goods are
1 always new, reliable and stylish and
his prices are the lowest. CIT
| The trolly wires are being rapidly
| stretched.
W. f. Raymond, of Sutton, was
here Friday.
W. 7. Mcrriman's stock Of shoes,
hats and mems furnishings is most
complete. No factory manufactures
shoes better or nicer than Merriman
buys, including a great variety Of slip
pers Tor men and women Of the now
est designs. 6-2t
Jonathan Roach, ESQ.,, of Quiet
! Dell, made us paying visit Monday.
Il. w. Sommerville. of Good Hope,
was here Monday.
The lady or gentleman receiving as
gift one of those valuable and beau
tlful umbrellas at Merriman's will
always keep it. 6:2t
D. f. Kutscher, of Bristol, was in
the city Monday.
NJ. T. Cunningham, Of Wallace,
was in the city Monday.
See those neckties, muttlers and
gloves for men at Merrlman's Men S
furnishing store. They are the new
est 62t
If you want a photo pin or breach at
De Moss s. Co., the photographers is
the only place to get first class work
done. Pat
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13

:
~. Williams, Of Marshville. was
here Monday.
WI. Nuzum, Esq, OF Jarvisyille.
was paying caller Wednesday.
Hugh ]. Thompson, Of Wolf Sum-
NIT was here Thursday.
Mr.. J. Goodman, Orval Eib and sis
ter, Miss Nellie Eib, arrived Sunday
from snowmas. Col.
]. +. woodward and J, n. Grogg.
real estate men from Parkersburg,
were here Monday enroute to Weston
to look after big deal.
Allegretti's famous chocolates only
at Wells & Haymaker's City Drug
Store. 6-2t
W. p. Weekly has been appointed
postmaster at ut. Glare.
J. J. Gusmar. OF Jane Lew, was a
visitor at our ONCE Monday.
Shaving mugs, brushes and strops at
Wells g. Haymaker's City Drug
Store. CIT
A large collection Of neckwear for
Xmas at The Clarksburg Tailoring
Co.'S. 6-2t
You will find suitable gifts for men
at The Clarksburg Tailoring Cos. go
DIR. Hartman. eye, ear, nose and
throat specialist, will adjust spec
tacles at Traders hotel, Dec. 6. 2-3t
S. G. Nutter Of Johnstown, was
mere the first of the week.
Cyrus Thompson, of Shinnston, was
in to see US Monday.
Wells & Haymaker are showing an
exquisite assortment Of hand-caryed
Italian marble and pedestials. 6-2t
Mirrors, combs and brushes suit
able for Xmas gifts at Wells s. Hay
maker CITY Drug Store. CIT
r. S. DAVIDSON, of Marshville, was
here Wednesday.
Postal Clerk w. II. Post, OF Fair
mont, was a business visitor at our
office Monday.
Merriman has the most complete
line Of mems neckwear, gloves, mutil-
ers and suspenders,' very novel and
elegant;especially suitable for gifts. :
All men like nice hats, necktles,
gloves, skirts, handkerchief,, muil'ers
and suspenders. You eau get the best
at Merrimau's, Third street, opposite
post office.
At this season each year we all look
tor some useful presents for friends.
j. w. Plgott's drug store, Main street,
has some useful suggestions. CIT
S. G. Monroe, Of Lost Creek, made
us business call Wednesday.
j. M. Sapp, Of Shinnston, was city
visitor Wednesday.
Lady or gentleman can get any kind
of slipper reasonable to ask for at
Merriman's Shoe Store, opposite Post
Office, 3rd street. GIT
Those elegant and beautiful UNI
brellas, hand satchels and trunks at
Merrlman's Shoe, Hat and Mems
Furnishing Store are superior to any
you will see in Clarksburg 7-2t
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
High Glass Slipper

Finest Northumberland Holt
day Prices.
Women's fancy. warmly lined
shoes and slippers. plain or fur trim
med. colors, tan, red andG1
black. 0A
Headquarters for Leggins.
Selling hundreds Of pairs Of Leg
gins immense assortmcnts, prices
from As to 81 for boys. girls and
ladies'.
Queen Quality Shoes.
For women, best to be found any
where at such an immensely popular
prices 50.
Shoes for Boys and Girls
Fine Kid Box Calf Velour and
Ideal Patent Leather Shoes
ST to IL 81 90 and 81 80
iii to 2 81 90 and IS
2f to 3 81 90 and 90
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
Butterick
Patterns
PrachcalGH Suggestions
FOR HOLIDAY SHOPPERS

More and more increased demand
USE oav
reminder of generous gver Ihese minus:
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
THE 5 AND 10 CENT STORE, 3RD ST. OPP. P. I

De Moss s Co. carry the latest in
frames. mouldings, photo pins,
breaches, photographs, photosupplies,
suchas, cameras, plates films, mounts
printing paper, etc. 2ft
One soda foun ain, in good condition,
for sale, cash, at Commas Place. $3.50
Pike street, city. LII
It's a Butte, 1.-The Stout"hiph grade
gas mantle ut Stout's, sll Pike street,
CITY. LIMO
T. G. Berry, Of Sutton, was a promi-
.nent business visitor here Fri lay.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
Handkerchiefs

Men. Women and Children.
Single or in boxes, choicest assort-
ments, latest and captivating prices
Mems Linen Hemstitched Handker-
chief, 1 ! and inch hem. loc l5c
l9c25c each better ones 80 Is for
SO and SOC.
Mems white and colored fancy bor-
der Handkerchiefs, hemstitched,
Cambria, Sc 10c and l24 each.
Ladies Fine Embroidered Handker-
chiefs. fancy boxed half dozen
choice quality. $3.50
cbildrens Plain White and Fancy
Handkerchiefs Sc and &c.
Our strongest showing are the new
Scalloped and Hemstitched En-
broidered Handkerchiefs over
5000 on display at 10c l5c zoe
25c s5c s9c SOC up to % each.
Exceptional values directly imported
Tor the Henrickson Go. Store.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
Ladies Hose Boxed.
8 Pairs for S1.OO

Finest. 40 gauze. Maco Yarn, fash
Toned foot. Hermsdorf d. ed, value
SOC.
Our hosiery weave, superior values,
little prices and satisfied Gust omers
are making history for the successful
hosiery department.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13

Those elegant and beautiful UNI
brellas, hand satchels and trunks at
Merriman's Shoe, Hat and Mems
Furnishing Store are superior to any
you will see in Clarksburg 7-2t
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
DRESS PATTERNS


OF correct length, neatly folded and
boxed. would make wife or mother q
very acceptable gif,-and practical.
Dress Patterns of all wool Venetian
Suiting. all the new shades, &E
S yards. so inches wide po
Dress Patterns Of fine ali wool Whip
Cord. all shades and black con
tanning yards. "A inches&h
wide
Dress Patterns OF all wool Prnnellas.
Satin. Solicl, Canadenis, Sunnettes
Crepe de chene, Canvas cloth.
its in black and col-GR
ors, yards, A inches wv
wide
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
Notice.

The annual meeting Of the stock
holders of West Virginia Bank will III
held at the banking house on Wednes
day, January 8, 1902, at one O'Clock, lp
M, for the election Of seven directoA
of said bank, for the ensuing year. n
w. II. FREEMAN, |
est Cashtet
Get "The Stout" high grade gsy
1nantles, 3for scents, Of Stout, 81.
Pike e rect. 1-2md
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
HOLIDAY ORIENTAL
Rugs

You will be delighted with this col
lection of fine Rugs. There are 800,
each one n masterpiece of Eastern Rug
art.
All guaranteed, and probably more
high cost exclusive gems than in any
other city assortment.
Prices are exceedingly reasonable,
as this brief mention will show:
80 Rugs, saxony Administer, Orient
al and plain center effects. Size ~ X
81 inches $3.50.
Same in size SO 70 $3.50.
25 Rugs, finest Saxony Administer
and Velvet, new patterns Just receiv-
ed, 9 X IL feet $25. and 81 x 10y feet
$21.50.
SO ingram art squares. First show
ing this week.
9x12 feet feet all wool $3.50.
9xl2 feet union $3.50.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
Dolls 100

Fancy dressed dolls, good size, val.
ne 35c. From this 100 line We will
please the children and surprise eco
nomical mothers ththis grand show
ing a SOC, 75c, s5c up to 81.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
Wooden Blankets
Exceptionally attractiye values.

Exceptionally attractive values.
The Blanket and Comfort departS
ment also makes holiday bid for
your attention by Offering valuei
that will meet with ready recognitiok
on part of thrifty buyers. 81
Every housekceper realizes what al
excellent Christmas gift tiue blank4:
makes.
Fine wooden blankets 1874 size, pet
pair $3.50, $500. $3.50.
Fine wooden blankets ia size, per
pair IS, 81, $3.50.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
Glove gifts

Always good, greatly appreciated
wrong sizes can be exchanged aft
Christmas. h
Ladies guaranteed gloves. of genuiSt
imported kid,all the popular neS
shades. Centimeri kid GLOVE
Kid and Suede per pair $3.50
Continents Black Kid $1.7l
Golf Kni. Gloves
The new golf gloves, plain. rel
white, grey. and black. AIN
fancy effects for ladies Al
misses 25c and Soc.
The Clarksburg telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1874-1926, 1901-12-13
cA Uuique
No0eHY

just fifty patterns selected from
the superb collection Of washable
walstinss from the famous Windsor
and Sea Island Percales produced for
Spring 1902. neatly folded, and G1
boxed, 10 Yards in peicc for NJ
May make mention Of the regular
retail price everywhere of 124 on
these percales.
Hutchinson gazette., 1901-03-21
Lying In state.

indianapolis March l0,-Escorted by
the full strength of the Indiana ma.
tional guard three regiments of in.
fantry and battalion of artillery, the
remains of General Harrison were
taken to the state capitol, where they
laid in state for Q hours until 1880 p.
m, beneath canopy of blach in a
caslset covered with sillscn folds OF the
stars and stripes, surrounded by
thousands Of blossoms while over all
swung the great battle flag carried by
the 6attlcship Indiana at the naval
battle Of Santiago, Fully 10000 per.
sons passed by the coffin and there
were other thousands still in line who
who failed to reach the caskct,
Hutchinson gazette., 1901-03-21
CHAFFEE GOES 70 MANILA.
Leaves Only Small Legation Guard
in Pekiu, With officers,
VOLUNTEERS HOME BOUND,

Washington, March ls,-An order
has been sent to General ChalTec for
the evacuation Of China by American
troops leaving only legation guard Of
ljO men, The troops will be removed
from China about April t.
The dispatch to General Chailcc in
pckin is as follows;
"ln reply to your telegram the secrc.
tOry of war directs you to make coin
plete arrangement to sail to Manila
with your command aud stnir officers
by tho eud Of April, leaving as lega-
tIon guard un infantry company com.
posed OF l5O men having at least ono
year t. serve or those intending to
rc.enlist, with full compliments OF
officers, medical officer, sufficient
hospital corps men, and, II you think
best, n field officer especially qualified
to command the guard Retain and
instruct officers quaWermastcr depart.
ment to proceed to erect necessary
buildings for guard the plans and
estimates you approve, Colonel Chas
f. Humphrey on arrival, will make
an inspection Of the quartcrmaster's
department in the Philippine Islands
until July /, when he viii be assigned
to duty as chief quartcrmastcr mt
Manila and Miller ordered to the
United States, All stores and supplies
not required for the legation guard to
be disposed Of in your best judgment
Of course; scrviccNbc supplies needed
in the Philippine Islands will be sent
to Manila, Division Of the Philippines
will furnish supplies for legation
guard Macarthur notified.
(Signed) CoRBlN
1t was said at the war department
that this closes us the Chinese question
so far as the war department is con.
ccrned, as the protection of tho lega.
ton can in no sense be taken rs
occupation of Chinese ground and the
guard cannot be used for any other
purpose,
Hutchinson gazette., 1901-03-21
ANOTHER FIVE MILLIONS.
Andrew Carnegie Gives for slSty-Hve
Libraries for the Poor,
IF NEW YORK PROVIDES SITES,

New York, March lS,--If New York
will provide the sites and the maln'
tenancc Mr., Carnegie has promised to
give 81, 10000 to establish siXty'liyc
branch libraries in this city, The offer
was made in q letter TO Dr, j, S, Bill
ings, director Of the New York public
library, The correspondence In con-
ncctlon with the offer was made public
as follows;
Or John S, Billings, Director New
York Public Library
"0ur conference upon the needs Of
the great city of New York for branch
libraries to reach the masses Of the
people in every district have convinced
me OF the wisdom OF your plan,
"SlXty.hvc branches strike one At
first as very large order, but Ns othcr
cities have found one necessary for
every GO,OO) or 10000 OF population,
the number Is not excessive, You
estimate the average cost of these
Libraries at $50, OOC, being S., o,OOO for
all. II New York will furnish sites for
these branches, for the benefit of the
masses of people, as it has done for the
central library, and also agree in Civ
ing satisfactory funds to proviNc for
maintenance, should esteem It rare
privilege to be permitted to furnish
the money as needed for the building,
81 100000, SiSty.Ayc Libraries at one
stroke probably breaks the record, but
this is the day Of big operations, and
New York Is soon to be the biggest Of
cities, ANDREW CARNEGIE,
Hutchinson gazette., 1901-03-21

Columbus, o., March l0,--Gcorgo 4.
I'airchild, professor Of literature at
Iicrca college in Kentucky, and form.
crly president OF the Kansas State
Agricultural college at Manhattan,
died in private hospital here, follow.
ing an operation for gallstoncs
President l'airchild was G3 years old,
lie was born in Oberlin, o., and grad
uated from 0bcrln college lie was
professor of English literature in the
Michigan Agricultural college at Ian.
sing, for fifteen years, and in 1870 went
TO Manhattan, Kans., to become presi-
dent Of the Kansas State Agricultural
college in succession to the late Con.
gresham John A. Anderson. In the
eighteen years that he remained as
president of the Kansas school he made
it the greatest agricultural college in
the world