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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
A CASE OF 1T.
Many More Lac 1t In Rock IsIau


The following case Is but one of
mauy similar occurring daily in Rock
Island. Il is an easy matter to veri-
~ it's correctness. Surely you can
not ask for better proof than such
conclusive evidence.
Patrick Rooney, bricklayer. says:
Taken with a soreness across my
loins and other symptoms of kid
ney complaint l went TO a physi-
clan who treated me at inter
walls for three years. Receiving
little if any benefit 1 resorted to ad-
vertised sure-cures. but the trouble
resisted all my efforts, the intense
pain in the small of my back and
limited control over the kidney secre-
tions being always in evidence.
Learning OF Doan's Kidney Pills /
procured q box at the Harper house
drug store. If that one box had not
helped me l would not have followed
up the treatment and bought five
more. I have been exposed to all
kinds of weather, but up to date there
has not been q symptom of recur-
renee"
For sale by all dealers. Price so
cents Foster-Milburn company. Buff
falo, n. Y, sole agents for the u. S.
Remember the name Doan's and
take no substitute.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
PORT BYRON NEWS POINTS
Funeral of Mrs. Thomas CandIer-Other
Notes of Interest.


Notes OF Interest.
Port Byron, Oct. 17.-Mrs. W. W
Pearsall is visiting with Mr.. and Mrs
E. II. Schafer at Malta, Ill.
Frank Biehlmier has returned to Ann
Arbor, Mich, 70 take up his law
studies.
Mrs. Will Dillon. who has been
visiting in Ohio for n month, returned
Thursday.
William Tilbrook has opened a
meat market upon his pre- mises on
Main street.
John Hasson returned from Colo
RADIO Saturday.
G. s. Richards being in poor health,
has returned home from Grand Rapids
to recuperate.
Mrs. Farmer and two children, of
northwest Iowa, are visiting with
Mrs. farmers parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Lamb.
S. j. Maxwell is visiting with rela-
tives in the east.
Mrs. Eiper. OF Coe, has returned
home from visiting her son at Buffalo,
Iowa.
The w. c. T. u. is contemplating
having chicken pie supper Oct. %.
Henry Stephens is expected to
reach home The coming week, as a
catlegram states he has left England.
Apoem written by E j. Delano. of
Port Byron, was published by the
Chicago Tribune last Sunday.
Allyn Fleming writes home from
Blees Military academy at Macon,
Mo-, that he has been promoted. He
has been made trumpster. with the
rank of first lieutenant.
The funeral of Mrs. Thomas Can
dler. who died Thursday last, was
held from the residence Saturday.
The sermon was preached by Rev.
Harper IDterment was at Port Byron
cemetery. j. w. Simonson, II. Metz
ger, Frank Garnett, S. Askew, John
IZollinger and Abe Hollister served
as Pallbearers. Annie Olsen was born
in Christiana, Norway, April 80, 1887.
She came to this country when 10
years age. She was twice married,
first TO Francis Jackson, of Cleve-
land, OHIO, in 1858. Her hus-
band died in 1868, leaving her
with two children, Mrs. Nellie
Cole, at home, and Mrs. Jennie Cool,
of Rock Island. She was married to
Thomas Gambler, of st. Louis, Mo.
ia 1866. There were three children
by this marriage, Henry, of Port
Byron; Clarence. of Chicago; and
L1lu, deceased.
The Sunday evening services at the
Methodist church and the Thursday
evening prayer meetings will in the
future commence one half hour ear
lier.
Mr.. and Mrs. C.. C.. Coyne have
moved temporarily over l.. w. Pear
sails store, and Prof. Harrick and
family have taken possession of Mr..
Coyne's residence.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

The coming coronation of the new
English king with all its medieval
splendor will be the grandest mani
festation of royal pride and power
that England has seen in recent
times. Edward evidently has an
exalted conception of his dignity, and
proposes to cast off the democratic
dress in which he was wont to prone
made during his younger days for the
more ar:stocratic garb of his medieval
ancestors. Despite their democratic
pretensions the English do love roy
atty, and Edward doubtless knows
the inevitable consequence of his
new departure.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
chronic Rheumarlsm Cured.

DR.. II. B. Hettinger, Indianapolis,
Ind, says: FOR several months
after spraining my ankle Twas severe
" afflicted with rheumatism. finally
tried Detchon's Mystic Cure for Rhe u.
matism, and in four days could walk
without my cane; two bottles cured
me sound and well. l take great
pleasure in recommending the Mys-
tic Cure to all who are afflicted with
rheumatism" Sold by Otto Grotjan,
1901 Second avenue, Rock Island;
Gustave Schlegel & Son, 220 West
Second street, Davenport.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
FIendIah ATTACH,

An attack was lately made on c. F.
Collier, of Cherokee, Iowa, that nearly
proved fatal. 1t came through his
kidneys. His back got so lame he
could not stoop without great pain,
nor sit in chair except proPped by
cushions. No remedy hel ped him I'M
til he tried Electric Bitters which eff
fected such wonderful change that
he writes he feels like q new man.
This marvellous medicine cures back
ache and kidney trouble. purifies the
blood aud builds up your health.
Only so cents at Hartz & Uilemeyer's
dru0 stOre
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

ByOR REET-FURNISHED ROOMS FOR
II light housekeeping, one block from courG
house. Address I'M. 23, ARGUS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

GUNToN's magazine. a periodical
published in the interest of the re-
publican party, has seen fit to make
the idiotic charge that Mr.: Bryan's
paper "has done more to EN- bolden
the enemies of law and order than
any other force in the country" The
editor recalls the campaign of 1896.
when every democrat was denounced
as an anarchist, by calling the demo-
cratic leader 1.-The precursor of an
archy." Mr.. Bryan can stand such
SANDER if the magazine can.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
what's Your Face worth

Sometimes fortune, but never, if
you have sallow complexion, a Jaun-
diced look, moth patches aud blotches
on the skin-all signs of liver trouble.
But DIR. Kings New Life Pills give
clear skin, rosy cheeks, rich COM
plexion. Only IS cents at Hartz &
Ullemeyer's drug store.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

THAT the spirit of mobocracy is
gradually dying out is apparent from
a recent case in Georgia. A burly
negro brute assaulted white woman
was captured by posse and, in spite
Of intense indignation, landed safely
in Iail. He Will doubtless be given
speedy punishment. Georgia is to
be congratulated upon the temper
ance with which she has dealt with
such cases of late.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
ARE YOU TROUBLED WITH INDI
GESTION?

Indigestion or Dyspepsia is the
cause of more ailments than any 9TH
or disease. The stomach is unable to
digest the food, and it remains, clog
ging up the digestive organs, stopping
circulation and disorganizing the ner-
vous system. Stum-Ac-Oids will make
things right. They cure dyspepsia by
helping the stomach in the work Of
digestion. so cents. Coated tablets.
T. H. THOMAS, Leading Druggist.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

IT is amusing to watch the devel-
opment of the crusade against dane
ing which has been inaugurated by a
few cranks during the last year. The
other day in Denver another crank
broke loose with the assinine asser-
ton that dancing is three times a
greater sin than drinking" 1t is too
bad that the people who find fault
with society did not live during the
puritanic era, when young people
found all their Joy in gloom.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

G. NJ. Phelps, Forestdale. Vt, says
his child was completely cured of
bad case of eczema by. the use of De
Wits Witch Hazel Salve- Beware of
all counter'eits. 1t instantly relieves
piles b. H. Bieber and Hariz & UIle-
meyer
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
Tor Over rIrrx 80

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has
been used for children teething. II
soothes the child, softens the gums
ellays all pain, cures wind collie. and
is the best remedy for diarrhoea. 20
cents q bottle
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

DECATUR is filled with club women
TO attend the convention of the Hill
nois State Federation, which opened
TODAY. The husbands at home are
probably filed with a variety OF
things. including lonl:ness, Joy, and
the article that made Milwaukee ia
us.-Bloomington Bulletiu.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

front and do the proper thing by the
subscription paper. The admiral has
been detached from duty, and, after q
months leave. will go to Seattle to
assume command of the Puget sound
navy ward.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

"ANTED-SITUA ALTON AS DELIVERY
w clerk bV experienced man. Well ac-
quainted in tri cities Best of references
a ddreSs or call at 1882 Twelfth avenue, Mo-
line.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

MADAM ST. MARIE, PIANIST AND
vi Clairvoyant, tells you the past, present
and future correctly. Tells you everything
pertaining to business. marriage, divorce. love
affairs. sickness, death, accidents and every
thing OF interest One can VIII prove her Won
No 7O5.Fourth avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
RUGS MADE TO ORDEI
John Paden,

: Formerly connected with the
Union Mission. Has en-
barked in business for him.
self ata2LIz Fourth. Ave.
Orders Prbrnptlyofiilsd sAd
delivered. Work guaranteed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

A HOBO hit live wire in Chicago,
and will never see sweet Annie Moore
any more. People are not dead onto
these live wires till afterward.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
TO EXCHANGE PROPERTY.

ITO ExCHANGE-REAL ESTATEF1vE-
Il room cottage In excellent location for
renting to exchange for good residence lots.
Address d. G. B., ARGUE.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
CLAIRvOYANT.

MISS DENTON, PIANIST, 12i WEST
WI Third St, davenport Gives advice on
business. Iove marriage, sickness and health.
Also gives the best time for lawsuits. business
ventures, etc. Hours 10 to noon; to 5, and
T:30 to d. m.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

ENOR SALE-NICE NEW COTTAGE. UN.
II finished upstairs size 16x36 feet: lot
60xt55 feet. on Twelfth street. three blocks
from citv limits; faces east. Price 500. Apply
to Goldsmith x Mckee.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
FOR SALE-PROPERTY

DIOR SALE-HULL & HEMENWAY HAVE
IL two snaps on hand IL taken soon.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

NOR RENT-SECOND FLOOR. CONSIST
II ing of three nice newly papered rooms,
to small. genteel family. Rent s.. Apply at
ITO Third avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

EOR SALE-LOTS IN McENIRY'S AID
y dltion by K. J. Burns, room 12, Mitchell &
Lynde building. These lots are on Sixth ave-
streets Convenient 20 Fifth avenue or Elm
street street. car lines. Terms 70 suit pur-
chaser.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

YUANTEDLGOOD RELIABLE OIL SALES.
w man, or commission or salary. Address
Quaker Oil and Implements company, CleVe-
land, Ohio.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

DOR RENT-AN s-ROOM COTTAGE AT
II Twenty eighth street and Eighth avenue
Inquire at Otto Ruoert's drug store.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

DOR RENT OR SALE-CHEAP, A NICE
II cottage in Sears, with good well and els
tern. Apply to Il. j. MediIl Bengston block.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

TT YOU WANT TO BUY, SELL, TRADE
L or rent anything, engage help or secure
situation, the Msn Is the one paper In Moline
lsr and Mai wants bring results One-half cent
per word is the price to all alike, cash In I'D
vance. S-cent stamps VIII DO. Evening an
Sunday Mall. Moline. III.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

UNOR SALE-ONE OF TIE BEST STOCK
II or dairy farms in Bowling township con
tanning so acres, about 90 in pa ture, balance
under cultivation. Good house ard other
buildings. Well watered. Price $40 per acre
Tern easy. John Stahlnecker, Milan, H.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

"ANTED-AN ESTABLISHED WHOT F.
w sale house, recently Incorporated, ex-
eenoing business, desires to engage competent
manager for branch house. Salary siOO per
month, expenses and commission. Must I'm
vest T,COO in capital stock of company, on
which dividend of per cent will be guaran-
teed, and furnish SatiSfactor references
Address, Secretary, box 40 Kansas City NC
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

ENOR SALE-SMALI. 4-ACRE FRUIT AND
II garden farm in South Rock Island; house
rooms; barn and wagon sheds; well and els
tern. Owner makes $500 gross income OF of
farm per annum. Also raises chickens APP
ply to Goldsmith & Mckee.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

WANTED -FIRST-CLASS ROARDERS
w Ut 1405 Fourth avenue location cen.
tral. Rooms newly furnished and all modern
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

dor SALE-I4II TWELFTH STREET
u This Is q frSs-claSs house; well bull (
street paved; rooms; lot 40x150 feet: we
and cistern; worth q 400: 81, 100 takes IL il
taken be ore November I. 1901. 81, 100 cash,
balance 81 90 mortgage at psr cent. H.
Quire of Goldsmith & Mckee.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
FOR RENT-HOUSES

nor RENT-A 5-ROOM GOTTA GE. RENT
II 50 per month. Inquire at I1l7 Twenty
ninth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

no YOU WANT AGENTS9 MANY
IL years experience places US In a position
to give You valuable Information along lines
that win assure you success. Ask for free
letters q information and bulletin of daily pa
gers that pay. We also start responsible par
ties in the mail order and agency supply bus
mess Lord & Carver. Racine. Wis.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
WANTED TO RENT.

"ANTED-TO RENT A HOUSE OF SEW
w en- or eight rooms between Seventeenth
ana Twenty-htth streets and Fifth and Fourth
avenues. Address ID" ARGUS.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

WANTED-CHIMNEYS TO REPAIR OF
w rebuild. Satisfaction guaranteed Ad
dress 1I20 Seventh avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

WANTED-TO LOAN MONEY ON OLA
w monds, watches, jewelry, hardware
musical instruments, bicycles clothing, Or,
goods, furniture, etc. Highest cash pricei
The above goods for sale at nalf the usua
store prices. All business transactions strictly
confidential. His new number and location
1923 Second avenue Don't forget f. w
Jones' Two rings Ia1S
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
MISCELLANEOUS.

SSEE WILLIAMSON FOR STORAGE
= Money loaned on household goods; 1915
Second avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
PERSONAL.

DERSONAL NICE AND WELL
i dressed gentleman of - or so years of
age would appreci ste a go ID home. can get .
nice place TO board with q refiued widow Ia y.
ADDRESS box 222, hock Island, III.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

ENOR SALE-LOTS AND 3. BLOCK 8 ON
II Nineteenth street, Bar,h & Babcock's
addition. WIZ accept the first reasonable
oner that comes. E. e Wyckon, 17l2 Wilton
avenue, Station W, Philadelphia, Pa.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

T p WILLIAMSON BUYS, SELLS, AND
q 4 exchanges all kinds of second hand goods,
win pay more than any other dealer and sells
cheaper. All kinds of stove repairing ana
cleaning done RlaoL J. p. Williamson, 1915
Second avenue. Telephone number 1884.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

GOR RENT-NICE MODERN : ROOM
Z house. 2OI2 Ninth avenue; bath room,
as furua nice brick cellar. Must be taken
on or before November l. Apply quickly to
Goldsmith & Mckee.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

MONEY ADVANCED ON EVERYTHING
WI of value. All kind of merchandise AZ
half price. The Greater New York Loan
bank. 800 Twentieth street. Telephone, 572S
Brown
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

7 OST-ON SEVENTH OR EIGHTH AVE
II nue. between Twenty-tLfr and Thirsie b
streets, onday morning, oct. II, q pocket
book containing a sum OF money. Finder re-
turn to Mrs. Ed fuller, 1926 Seventh avenue
and receive reward
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
HONEY TO LOAN.

MONEY TO LOAN-IN ANY AMOUNT
M on any kind of security Also choicG
property for sale and rent. W. l. Ooyne
$50 Seventeenth street, up staira.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

DAGS, RUBBERS, ETC.-SEND POSTAL
III card or leave word 1T POS Fourth ave-
nue., or Fortieth street and Fifth avenue,
Il you have any rags, rubber, etc., to sell.
wiz come to your house and pay you from
so TO 70 per hundred for rags and rcbbers from
to 80 pound. All calls viii receive promrt
attention d. r. Klugger.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

TOR SAIE-A LOT OF GOOD FURNITURE
Il for sale cheap at 20 Third avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

II .OST-A POINTER DOG. SIX EARS OLD.
IL brown ears and white feet. Finder re
turn to $50 Eleventh street and be rewarded.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

"ANTED-A COMPETENT GIRL FOR
w general housework at S63 Twentieth
street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
FOR sALR-MIsCEl LANEoUS.

nor SALF-GOOD RIVERSIDE RANCE
IL for sale cheap, AZ 1919 Fourth avende
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

"ANTED-SEWING Girl AT TRI-CTTY
w Regatta company, 3Ii Twentieth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

"ANTED-ONE OR TWO TEAMS FOR
w several weeks work. d. c. W. ARGUS
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
wANTED-MALE HELP,

WTAN. EO-THREE GOOD BELL. BOYS
w at the Harper house.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

WANTED A GIRL FOR GENERAL.
w housework. apply at once III Turner
hall.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
WANTED-FEMALE HELP.

UTANTED-A FIRST CLASS DINING
w room girl 1T the Delmonico restaurant
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
LOST AND FOUND.

EIOUND-ENGLISa SETTER OWNER
II call at i2S Third street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

ENOR RENT TWO FURNISHED FRONT
L rooms, steam heat and bath. All modern
conveniences; three blocks from postofnce.
$50 Sixteenth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

TOR RENT-ONE SUITE OF OFFICE
II rooms with steam heat in krel & Math
building.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

DIOR RENTAL 1922 THIRD AVENrE a
IL pleasant front room Also two room
suitable for two or more gentlemen. Gas and
bath.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

"ANTED-A SERVANT GIRL FOR
w general household work at 524 Twenty
third street DR.. Paul.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

NOR RENT-FURNISR HE'D ROOMS WITH
Il excellent table board at FOL Seventeenth
street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

NOR RENT-FURNISHED ROOMS FOR
Il light housekeeping at I405 Second avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

NOR RENT-NICELYF FURNISHED FRONT
II room with heat and bath 1t ZIG Second
avenue.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

TOR RENT-FURNISHED ROOM AT 1901
Fourth avenue. Heat, gas and bath. A
quiet place for one or two gentlemen.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

WANTED - STARK NURSERY PAYS
w cash weekly II you sell Stark trees,
Louisiana, Mo: Dansvile. N. y.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18
FOR RENT-ROOMS.

TOR RENT-ONE ROOM, ALL MOrERN
T. convene Ices, at 2l1 Fifteenth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1901-10-18

TJNOR RFNT-A FTRNISHEDROOMSU ITA-
u BILE for two persona Gall 81 1903 Second
avenue; second floor.
The Banner-Democrat., 1901-09-14
Hand Cyenades For Fires,

Hand grenades for putting out fires
which were common enough fifteen or
twenty years ago, consisting of glass
vessels flied with solutions of various
kinds supposed to have special fire ex-
tinguishing qualities, date back to much
earlier time than is commonly supposed.
Probably the earliest form consisted OF
a wooden vessel or barrel containing
considerable quantity of water, and hav-
ing in its center small iron or tin case
full of gunpowder From this case a
tube was continued through the side or
head of the barrel, and was filled with a
composition that readily ignited. When
a room was on fire one of these machines
was thrown into it, and, the powder ex-
ploding, dispersed the water in the outer
receptacle in every direction. In 1923
Godfrey, an English chemist, copied this
device and impregnated the water with
an -phlogistic" substance. He
named his machines water bombs and
the fire grenades of recent years seem
to have been patterned very closely after
them. In the year 1894 the Swedish gov.
ernment offered a premium of ao,ooe
| crowns for the best invention for stop
ping the progress of fires, upon which
| German chemist introduced an appar
atus of similar character. None of thos'
early inventions, however, seem to hav'
had longer careers than their short-live'
successors of the present cenury.-Cds
sier's Magdsime.
The Banner-Democrat., 1901-09-14
Coidbeaters at Work.

II is interesting 20 watch goldbeaters
at work in a gold leaf factory. These
men, whose skins are sallow from the
stains of gold, take up ingots first OF the
virgin metal, pass them between steel
rollers. whence they come forth like
pie crust, and pass them then through
closer and closer rollers, until they are
but little thicker than paper. The sheets
of gold are next placed between pieces
of leather that are called goldbeaters
skins. and men beat them through the
skins with malIets until they are reduced
TO an unimaginable tenuity. 1t has often
been proven that a skilled goldbeater can
turn out gold leaves so thin that it would
take $4,000 of them to make the thick
ness of an inch; so thin that, if formed
in book, 1900 of them would only oc-
cupy the space of single leaf of paper.
There is a goldbeating plant on Ninth
street below Walnut whose front win
dow is always hung about by crowd
that watches gravely the skilled ham
merers at work inside.-Ph'ladelpj''d
Record.
The Banner-Democrat., 1901-09-14
THE FAMILY GARDEN.

The family garden usually pays a
greater profit on the labor bestowed upon
it than any other portion of the farm,
even managed by the old fashioned
method of small plats and beds and
hand cultivation. This being the case,
it can surely be made to pay much
greater ratio of profit by planning to
plant everything possible in long rows
far enough apart so as to work them
with a horse and cultivator, thus great
ly relieving your muscles. And the saw
ing in cost OF cultivation is only small
part of the benefit of the long row ar
rangement 1t will naturally lead to a
much more frequent and thorough cul-
tivation of our garden crops.
| The important advantage of fire.
| quent stirring of the surface soil among
| all our growing crops, we are convinced,
is too often greatly underestimated. II
is said that it pays to hoe cabbage every
morning during the early part of the
season, and, although this may be car
rying it to an extreme, we are con-
| WINGED that more frequent cultiva
tion than is ordinarily given might prov'
profitable. The frequent breaking o
the crusts admits of freer circulation
of the air to the roots, and aids then
to make the most of all the dews ant
rains which fall. Next to actual irri
CATION, frequent and continued surfac
cultivation aids in securing and retain
!. ing moisture and supplying it to tn
growing plants.-New Engload Farme'