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The Washington times., 1901-12-01
About the Opossum.

The American opossum Is one OF the
most curious animals in the United States.
1t Is the only one carrying its young in
a pouch or marsupium, like a kangaroo.
1t Is the only animal which can feign
death perfectly in order to escape its
enemies. The expression playing pos
sum" is well known. 1t is also remark
able in that it hshgs by its tail like a
monkey. Its hands resemble those OF a
human being. 1t is most literally pro-
vlded with teeth and has a snout like
that of hog, eyes like those Of rat,
and Kisses Ike a snake.
The five fingers of the opossum's front
hands are supplied with narrow nails,
as are also the four fingers of the hands
in the rear, but the thumbs of the latter
have no nails. In walking limb the
thumb invariably goes ON one side whlle
the four fingers go on the other. lhe
tail, besides being handy in climbing
and in suspension, is used while walking
a limb, similarly to a rope walkers bal
ance pole. Young OpossJms may be car
ried around on the end of walking
stick and make gentle and interesting
pets. They possess none of the Vicious
ness of that most diminutiye OF the bear
species, the raccoon.
The opossum is known 10 naturallsts
as one of the most innocent and harmless
Of animals. In its wild state, when at
tackled by man or dog it immediately
falls over as ii dead and no amount OF
beating or physical torture can make IL
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

Long Legs Fun Songs" which includes
many catchy numbers written especially
for children, but which prove highly en-
tertaining as well TO those more advanced
in years. The mans appearance on the
streets has been the cause of much
amusement, his extreme height making
him particularly conspicuous.
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

Percy Foster gave an interesting piano
recital last Thursday eTening at the home
of the Hon. John W. Foster. varied
programme from Chopin, Rubinstein, and
other celebrated masters was artistically
interpreted by Mr.. Foster. Hubbard T.
Smith contributed several OF his WELL
known and popular songs.
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

cease "playing possum." There is only
one way in which the animal can be made
to resume the semblance of life, and
that is by throwing it into water A cold
bath will instantly cause 1t to cease
feigning death and swim for life. In its
habits this queer animal is yeritable
sloth. The two things 1t likes best to
do are to eat and sleep. II eats with
great gusto and carnivorous and omniv-
orous appetite.-Chicago News
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

Julian Walker and Carrie Bridewell, of
the metropolitan Grand Opera Company.
will give joint recital in Washington in
the near future, which should prove an
interesting event considering the profess
sional status of both artists.
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

Howard Cook has been engaged as
tenor soloist of the choir at Ascension
Church Mr. Cook occupied a similar po-
sition at the Church of the Immaculate
Conception for several years, and rem
dered valuable service in the choir work
there
The Washington times., 1901-12-01
MUSICAL NOTES.

Miss Glover has entirely recovered
from her recent severe illness, and is
back in her regular position of soprano
soloist of the choir at Christ Church,
Georgetown.
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

,,ors Its management is in the hands OF
oh,e h,siness :ncn, ard Its active member
sbiD list includes some of the best local
talent. as well as a number OF proies-
eional artists. Its organization is Oh es-
pecial benefit to musicians, as 1t brings
artists into closer touch with each other
and the public. The club depends on no
narticular person or pei sons for Its tai
emf and no one artist can be said to be
pre-eminent in its leadership, unless II be
Mr.. Heimendahl, whose ability as a d.
rector is an established fact. Mr. Helm
eudahl, however, does not appear at any
of the clubs concerts, except in his ca
pacity as director of concerted numbers,
his duties being chiefly OF an advisory ma
ture. The club has at present a member
shin of about 1875, about half of whom are
associate or sustaining in that they take
no active part In the musicales In all
other respects, however, they figure as
prominently in club matters as the active
members This feature is becoming very
popular. and many are availlng themselves
of the privilege of membership. The. Gun
ton Memorial Chapel, on the occasions OF
the bi-weekly musicales, Is hlled with
critical audience, and favorable comments
are the customary result. The five pro-
grammeg which have been rendered so far
have been models of excellence in their
symmetry and arrangement-in this con-
nection recognition OF the work OF Will
liam H. Scholz. the popular young secre-
tary of the organization, who is violin
ist OF recognized ability; William T. Wor-
eester, corresponding secretary, and other
members who, with the sole object OF
providing pleasure for others, give their
time and energy to the work. A public
concert Will be given early in the new
year Several prominent local artists
have signifed their willingness TO assist,
and Il is anticipated that the public viii
respond heartily to this opportunity TO
express its approval of the club and its
meritorious work.
oscar Franklin Ccmstock gave an organ
recital last Monday evening at Trinity
Church, Third and C Streets northwest,
which was largely attended, and which
proved thoroughly enjoyable. Mr.. Com
stock had the assistance OF NJ. Bertha
Woodward, the soprano soloist Of the
church, a young singer of much promise,
and Halstead p. Hoover, the well-known
musician.
The programme of music at st. Aloysius
Church today will be as follows: AS
perges Me-" Dethier; mass, Mario No. /;
offertory, Gounod's Ave Verum." The
vespers service, which will be sung at
7 80 o'clock, will include Psalms, Molitor;
"Magnifcat" Gregorian; hymn, GounOds
Alma RedemptOris;" 30 Salutaris,"
Mendelssokn "Tantum Ergo" Faure.
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

Mrs. C. B. Payne. of Georgetown, con-
tributed a beautiful solo 20 the services
of Christ Church, Georgetown, last Sun
day. Mrs. Paynes voice is mellow
nezzo soprano, and her artistic rendition
of Gounod's Divine Redeemer" was
one OF the distinct features OF the year
services at Christ Church.
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

Washington has a new and valuable
singer in J. II. McNeal, of England. Mr..
McNeal is a thorough musician, having
beautiful tenor voice of high range and
much purity He is also an accomplished
organist and pianist, and should prove
welcome addition to the coterie OF local
musicians.
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

The Euterpe Musical Club. w. Edward
Heimendahl, director, is rapidly making &
name for itself among musical organiza-
The Washington times., 1901-12-01

One of the features Of the vesper ser
vice at St Matthews Church last Sunday
afternoon was Therese Buehler's rem
dition Of Dana's Ave Maria" Miss
Buehler is pupil of Nine. J. Esputa
DAILY. and is fast making her way to the
front rank OF local singers. Her voice is
a sweet, pure soprano, which she uses in
teiligently, and her solo last Sunday was
the subject of much favorable comment.
The beneat concert for A. V. Holmes,
the well-known teacher Of mandolin and
guitar, which had been arranged for No
yernber %, at National Rifles Hall. was
postponed owing to the inclement
weather to December Is. Many of Wash
ington's best known musicians will par
ticipate N the concert. among them
George H. O'Connor, Finlay Hayes, w. H.
Conley, William Morsell, Arthur Middle
ton, Ben Judson, and many others.
Mrs. Grace Dyer Knight. a well known
singer and vocal teacher of New York,
has removed to this city. where she will
open a studio Mrs knight occupied
rr~r'inent position in enc Of the New
York choIrs. and Washington is to be con-
graduated on the acquisition Of this ex-
perienced and popular singer.
conspicuous figure on the streets OF
che city during the past few weeks has
been q tsll-a very tall-man dressed IN
n most peculiar costume Of tight fitting
trousers and long-tsil coat The man is
-..---. .-.-.- 49,. ~"J i-s----s. ...-t
Is here in an advertising capacity in the
,anferest of the weII-known New York
N..Scsl arm Of Witmark. He is adver-
jectios littie book Of songs called Daddy
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16

requested the delegate to give up his
seat to him. The delegate, knowing that
by so doing he would not alone be false
to his constituents, but that he would
also enable the lobbyist to further GER
tain corrupt schemes to the injury of
the taxpayers, refused. ThereupOn the
lobbyist said to him: If YOU don't give
me your seat in that convention I will
foreclose the mortgage l hold upon your
home and throw your wife and children
out upon the street. The delegate sorely
depressed by the ruin that threatened
him, appealed to friend for assistance.
The story spread like wild fire, and the
most intense indignation ensued. So
bitter was the feeling it engendered that
had the lobbyist not escaped his life
would unquestionably have been in dan
ger. He left the state and never dared
to return.
This incident enabled Patrick Henry
Winston, the silver-tOngued, to make
probably the most dramatic speech of
his career. The night the story leaked
out the caucus was held. and taking this
incident as his text Winston made an
impassioned speech. When he came to
its peroration he walked down the CEN
trial aisle of the convention, saying. DO
you know what / would have done had
that man made that proposition to me-?
He then drew from his coat clasped
hunting knife. and springing open its
seven inch blade he held it above his
head in his right hand
Had he made that proposition to me-
he went on, I would have buried this
dagger in his foul breast and have in
suited my Deity ny Offering on the altar
of liberty the most putrd hearted Shy
lock that ever disgraced this or any other
country For an instant there ensued
a dead quiet, and then the convention
rose to its feet with a wild yell. The
instance itself had made a most painful
impression, and this speech coming on
top of it so wrought on those present
that had the man who caused it been
present no earthly power could have then
saved his life. New York Tribune
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
ORATORY WITH A KNIFE.

''The most impressive scene I ever
witnessed occurred at state conven-
tion," said G. G. Brady, Of Spokane,
Wash. I'm 1889 a delegate from Spo-
kane to the state convention owed to a
member of the third house large sum
of money. AS security the lobbyist held
a mortgage on the delegates home. For
certain reasons and to further certain
ends the lobbyist desired to be present
upon the floor Of this convention, and
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
COURSING.
IoeooooooooooooooOOooo0oOO

The programme has been received of
the spring meeting of the Clay County
COursing club of Clay Center, Kansas, to
be held ON April 9th, 10th and nth. There
will be an open stake for aged dogs
and one for puppies, with $500 added to
the entrance. divided between the two
stakes. This meeting forms part Of a
nice little circuit, consisting of a meet
ing at Abilene April 3rd, At hand 5th,
at Clay Center April 9Th, 10th and 11th
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
A NATURAL CURIOSITY.

81 notice that Mrs. Carrie Chairman
Gait says that woman is still under
the heel of man.
Say, / wonder what kind of a man Mr.
Carrie Calt can be?'-Cleveland Plain
Dealer.
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
INCREDIBLE.

Stranger-Could you direct me to the
Carnegie library?
Citizen-Carnegie library? There is
none in this town.
Observation-Disclosures Press,
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16

Six MillionD Spent
Union Pacific R. R. Co.
in improving what was originally the
finest track in the West.
RESULT
A comparatively straight ard level road
bed ballasted with dustless Sherman
Granite rendering possible the highest
rate Of speed together with the greatest
oegfee Of safety. The magnitude of the
work must be seen to be appreciated.
WHAT DOES 1T HEAN?
Solid comfort. security and pleasure 20
our patrons.
ARE YOU GOING EAST7
II SO you cannot afford to go via any
9th n than this ROYAL HIGHWAY.
Further information on application per-.
scnally or by letter to F. b. Choate,
General Agent. Salt Lake City, or.
II. O. WILSON, o. S. L.,
Butte. Mont.
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
ANOTHER OPINION.

do you think bachelors ought to be
taXed?' asked Willie Washington.
NO" answered Miss CAYENNE. 81
think the girls ought to make up purses
and pay them bounties for not making
homes unhappy. '-Washington Scar.
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
BUT HE DIDN'T WAIT.

Mr.. Walker-Please. lady, will Won
give starvin' man somethin t. eat?
Mrs. misunderstanding. Walk right
into the woodshed and have a chOp. and
then III give you piece Of pie.-Phila-
uelphia Bulletin.
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
PASSING PLEASAMTRIES.
THE MEDITATIVE GIRL.

Her eyes We're dreamy and it gave
His Jealous heart a shock;
But she unused not on other men
Her thoughts We're of frock.
-ChicaCO Record
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
ACCEPTABLE.

She-Yes, your poetry sounds pretty,
but I haven't the least idea what it
means.
He-Eureka! Then I may hope to get
into the leading magazines-Philadelp
Bulletin.
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
CLASS AGAINST CLASS,

YOU" remarked the Fire Fiend, "are
not the consumer I am"
NO" said the Cyclone, II am one of
the greatest distributors in the business,
though" -Indianapo Press.
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
A SWELL TIME.

"Boozeby had swell time at the stag
banquet last night"
Did, eh?"
should say so; you ought to see his
eye."-Ohio State Journal,
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
JUST HIS SIZE.

Languid Leary-Say! dey put up cock
tails in quart bottles now Pete.
Perambulatin Pete (approvingly) -
Well, OATS something like a cocktail
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16
AGREED.

artistic temperament"
well, no! He worries too much about
the money he owes!"
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16

Shert Line to Denver
w. II. MERRlNiAN, CenJ. ACT.
Daily inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1881-1901, 1901-03-16

Ne. ~, East bound
st. Paul Express.
NJ. ~, West boun I
Pu set Sound Tx
press
Ne. ID, East bound
In cal. for I:il-
llngs. St. Louis,
On aha, Kansas
Cit v and Denver.
Ne. -, West bound
fro m Billings. ST.
Louis, o m a h a,
Ka Esas City aid
Denver.
Garrison Loca, to
a n d from oil
poi n.s west ......
Mixed, to White
hall daily axcort
Sunday; T wi n
Brl dges. Tuesday.
TIL ursday an 4
Sa turday: Norris
an G Pony, Mon
day y and Friday:
lea YES and arrives
from ". p. Loca
Fir eight Depot -.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-08-15
Where do You Get Oil?

IL Is a wise thing 20 know when 10
get of train, but prudence would
suggest that you ct of when the
train is standing still, as you would
no doubt be- worth more 20 your fam
lily by doing so.
Now let us help you 20 decide
where % get of. lf you are prepar.
ing to take your summer vacation,
why not get of at Galveston, la
Porte, Seabrook or Port Lavaca.
orr trains all stop at Houston aud
make close connections with g.. II.
4 y. aud y. Y. II. x NJ. railways for
points mentioned. aud with the San
Antonio and Aransas Pass Railway
for Rockyort, Corpus Christi and
Arkansas Pass.
All the hotels az these points are
modern In their appointments and
you will find the surf bathing, boat
ing and fishing. jus. what you need
I'm the way II relaxation. Local
Agents Of the Houston a Texas
Central Railroad will be glad 90
quote you rates, or you should write
10
;. b. Morse, P. T. NJ. Houston,
Texas.
NJ. L. Robbins, G.. p. &T.A. Hous-
ton.
A. G. Newsum. d. p. a. Dallas.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-08-15
LOCAL NEWS.
lnlllllll1onlslllsllllllllllllnls

Try Lemp's Falstafi bottle beer. II
I'd Farquhar was in town yester-
day.
Fresh Roasting ears today at
Howell Bros. 2ia
G. A. Glenn was here from Stone
City yesterday.
Miss Beulah Brown has returned
from Navasota.
Sneakers headquarters McDoa-
gald's drug store. a
Capt. Joe Owens was here from
Wellborn yesterday.
A good saddle pony for sale cheap.
Apply TO Jap Prater IL
Ernest Ettle Is out again after
about a weeks illness.
Misses Louise and Agnes Ettle re-
turned home yesterday.
Just received two cars 90 bright
oats, the best feed for horses. Phone
So. G. F. Moore. 2ie
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-08-15

Huyler's candy depot is at Me-
Dougald's drug store. n
Extra copies OF the Morning Eagle
at Haswell's book store. Il
Mrs. A. w. Royder Of wellborn
was In the city yesterday.
Mrs. T. b. Collips and daughter,
Miss Irma. are visiting in Marlin.
Fresh bread and cakes made to
order at +. Grieser's City Bakery. Il
You will find an ad in the Eagle
September special edition the right
thing az the right time.
Get your residence and store ready
TO have photographs made for the
special edition Of the Eagle and the
Central Texas fair.
The ladies Of the Eethodist church
will give a fishing party on the evin-
ing Of August q al the residence Of
Mr.. Jas. II. Webb.
Dum's 8 and 10 cent store sells all
kinds Of useful household goods.
Call and see his and 10 cent bargain
counter. North end Of Zennati
block. 23i
LOST-One bay mare mule, bran
ded r r on shoulder, about "a
hands high. Reward Of 500 for re-
turn % sanders = JohnsOn's store
Bryan, Texas. dswi3
The track laying train Of the I. ~
G.. y. was put 70 work here yester-
day morning ON the southern extern
sion Of the line aud the work viii be
pushed rapidly.
RI. Deems & Co. will open a new
racket store I'm the Nike building
adjoining the Bryan Grocery Com
pany. The goods have been received
and the house j. being made ready
20 open without delay.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-08-15
DoEs m ~ no BIZ omar

A cheapI remedy for coughs and
colds l. all right, but you want
something that will relieve aud cure
the more severe and dangerous re-
suits Of throat and lung troubles
What shall you dog Go toa warmer
more regular climate? Yes, II posi-
BILE; II not possible FOR You, then IN
either case take the only remedy
that has been introduced in All
civilized countries with success m
severe throat and lung troubles.
"Boschee's German SYRUP IL not
only heals and stimulates the
tissues 10 destroy the germ disease.
but allays Inflammation. causes easy
cxpectoratiou. gives a good nights
rest aud cures the patient. Try one
Bottle. Recommended many wears
by all druggists in the world. Get
Prize Almanac. For sale IN,
wilson-Jenkins Drug Co.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-08-15

Prof 5. II. Hickman has resigned
his position as principal Of the Bry-
an high school and has been elected
superintendent % the Hearne public
school. Prof. Hickman is recognized
a. an educator Of marked ability
and be has had great experience.
He has been connected with the
school here many years and its sue
Ii6ss l. identified with his. He has
iauy friends IN Bryan who will
mite with the Eagle in sincere re-
greet Of the departure o. himself and
Mrs. Hickman.
Upon rendering his report Of the
scholastic census OF Bryan to the
department az Austin, City Secreta-
~ g.. NJ. Spell had Ii returned TO
him on the ground that the figures
were too large. Accordingly Mr..
spell took the census again securing
ahadavits 20 sustain the figures, aud
again sent in the results, showing
an increase Of 81 student over the
first report. The last census shows
an enrolment OF IDO7 student about
equally divided between white aud
black.
The move by the Business League
90 nave the streets sprinklcd is "a
step In the right direction, and the
Eagle believes It will be made a
success this time. We understand
that plenty Of water can be had at
the ice factory and that oil is avail
able. The damage 10 goods and an
noyance from the dust should not
longer be- tolerated In a town OF
Bryan's size and well founded pre-
tensions.
The city council held the regular
August meeting transaeting Tou-
tine business. The city attorney
was authorized to draw up ana ordi-
nance for the approval Of the c5un-
eli providing for the stopping and
unloading OF ears on Bryan street.
The street committee was authorized
90 have the part OF Burleson street
tsaversed by the I. & a.. y. railroad
surveyed with o view 20 determin-
ing property lines.
The ladies OF the Catholic church
will have On ice cream supper and
musicale on the lawn at the Catbo-
lie church Friday night. August i6.
benefit of Ursuline Convent. Every
body invited. Admission 25cts. 81
A Bargain-My residence Tor sale.
Six rooms besides pantry and bath
room; electric lights; well Of good
water; 4block Of ground; stable and
barn; will sell cheop for cash II taken
at once. Roger Boyle. 2ig
Or. Pugh's patrons will please note
that he has moved his Office TO En-
mol's drug store, where he can be
found during Office hours. Omce
phone $50, residence phone 663. 224
James Dobrovolny has moved his
saloon 70 the Exchange hotel block |
He has put In new and elegant
fixtures and has a choice line OF /
liquors and cigars. 2)6
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-08-15

To Cure Dyspepsia and Indigestion
Sour Stomach or Heartburn. take Res
Dyspepsia Tablets. All druggists ar,
authorized to refund money II thsr
fail to cure. Price 50 cents. n. h
James. the leading druggist Bryan.
Texas.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-08-15

w w. Mike has new restaurant
In the Zenatti block where he serves
short order meals and lunches Of the
best the market affords. %
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1901-06-07
Club Notes,

Owing to the absence of the clubs
vice president at Hutch: nson the meet
ing was held at Mrs. Lewis's. Only
small part of the excellent program
was carried out owing to the election
and other business matters, and the
program will be given next week at
Mrs. Erwin's.
The following officers were elected
for the coming year:
President, Mrs. r. E. Edwards.
Vice president, Mrs. J. F. Marsh.
Secretary and treasurer, Miss Flor
ence Bidwell.
The discussion of various business
matters. principally the framing of
pictures that have been purchased for
the schools, continued the meeting I'M
til a late hour.
The new club library will be here
this week. Those having hooks from
the old one please return them at once.
Evening meetings will be held DUR
ing the summer to which the gentlemen
will be invited, and will consist of
reading discussion of current events
and humorous articles.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1901-06-07
Santa Fe Harvest Rates.

We have arranged for reduced rates
for harvest laborers on the basis oftar-
tiff for individuals, two on one ticket,
half fare each, and three or more on
one ticket, fare each. Tickets will
be sold from Atchison, Kansas City,
Topeka, Fort Scott, Ottawa, Chanute.
Cherryvale to points west of a line
across the state through Emporia,
June IL to 20, inclusive, limited to
continuous passage commencing date
of sale, and will be confined in all
cases to bona fide harvest laborers.
Mr. p. b. Howard, Supt. of Employ
ment Bureau for Missouri, office in
Nelson building, K. c. will arrange
to distribute from K. G. and T. b.
Gerow, Supt. of Employment Bureau
for Kansas, with office in Topeka.
will distribute laborers originating
in the vicinity of the above named
Kansas towns The bulk of this help
will probably have to come from, K.
c.. Those wanting help should con-
suit agent Class soon.