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Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
EStrayed

From my plantation two miles
northwest of Macon, two mules
one white horse mule and one brown
mare muIe. Each about II years
old and 1912 hands high,
WV. B. AUGUsTuS.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
A New Insurance Order.

The Kuigats Cf Damon. with head
quarters in Macon, Ga, was organized
in the Odd Fellows Hall last Thursday
night by Deputy J f. Walker.
The following officers were elected
Fl, L. J. Barnes, Commander; DR.. e.
NJ. Murphey, Vice Commander; r. M.
Evans, Prelate; f. E. Woodward,
Secretary and Collector; |. T. Smith
Treasurer; Wyatt NJ. Jones, Senior
Warden; Walter B. Patty, JUNO
Warden; w, f. Written, Sentinel.
The KING is of Damon is Southern
order, operating in all Southern States
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
Bucks for Sale.

For cash. or will trade for teeYes
hog. or sheep Brick yard one nue.
narth Of cont house, and man Away
at the kiln. ~ -
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Mr.. Will Cunningham and 7. J'Wll-
kin, Jr., drove in this Friday morning
from Brooksyille. Mr.. w. has just re-
turned from business trip to Texas
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Has any preparation been made oy
the Macon Board of Trade TO receive
the st. Louis visitors next Thursday!
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
FOR SALE,

Six mules, three horses, plows' pan
ters and other farming Implements
Call on me early for bargain
.a.oe IN, D. w. SHERRoD'
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Mrs, Minnie Jones returned Wednes-
day to her home in Meridian, She sold
her place in Mashulaville to DR., jack
son.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Miss Willie Allen is visiting Miss
Tatum in Meridian She has been Ill
most of the time during her visit
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
Inst Cotton RECEIPTS.

V,e following cotton receipts nave
h.eu lost or stolen, aud the pu9nc Is
hpIrny warned not to buy or trade 5or
same: No. 53j, weight $50, POUNDS,
No 1927. weight 400 pounds Holt
cotton yard. BANK OF M AVN
| carlo i'm
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Miss Carrie Einton's relatives and
friends in Noxubee will be glad to learn
she has been elected teacher OF the
school at Hebron and took charge last
Monday.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

hot Coffee aud Rolls or Light Bread,
: cents nice Pork Sausage with bread
or crackers at Brame & Dotherow's'
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Friends of the parties in Macon have
received invitations to the marriage Of
Mr. Jas. Madison Edwards Of Dancy
and Miss Nina Kitchens. The cere-
mhy will take place in the Evansville
Mk,hudist church Nov, 27th. Matt is
Ifeceiying so many congratulations in
Macon to day he hardly mas time to at
| tend to business,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

For aprains, swellings and Iam'ne's
there is nothing so good as Chamner
lain,s Pain Balm Try it. For sale nI
r s Mnrphey Macon, o. F. Ham
;lton. Shuqualak.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Mr.. Matt Edwards Of Dancy IS IN
town to day, Friday. He says DIS
mother is still i'll.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

The old reliable Singer with latest I'M
provements sold for cash or Oh easy
monthly payments
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
or SALE CHEAP

A secondhand folding bed, with wire
springs, in good condition. for sale
low on easy terms, Apply at the
BEACON Office.
oct26-3t
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Mr.. Geo. D. Russell made a busiaess
trim TO Mobile last Tuesday, and has
made several to Macon lately.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

o. nipces of new percal, in figured
hines and reds, 36 inches woe, I've per
,,ara '''N DURANT OWENS.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

NIiss Carrie Taylor was visiting III
toyn Wednesday.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

The Singer leads the world Have
one sent to your home on trial. free
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Miss Jessie Kirk. charming young
lady Of shuqualak, is visiting Miss
Aida Gilkey.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
No TREsPAsSING

No hunting or trespassing will be allow
ed on any land owned or controlled by the
undersigned u b. Aouo" oyrS
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

The Royal Blue Shoe signs are 'ne
largest eyer put mp IN Macon and tne
p ,ston store is the place to lind the
ROYAL Blue shoes.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
oct12-ln

An parties are warned,under she pena''y
:, tho law not to trespass by hunting OF
otherwise on the lands known as 'he "
w Robbins estate, lying southeast u
p,ulette. and on the Macon "ars""
a"'''' J.E. ROBINS.
! oct l0-1m
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

The Board Of Trade were well pre-
nared last Thursday to receive their
pnests, the Merchants and Manufactur-
ers Association of St. Louis. They
were met at the depot by the PROBES
si mai and business men of Macon, in
vehicles. T. W. Brame, Esq, Tor
Macon delivered short address Oh
welcome, after which the guests were
driven around the town, the NJ. q M
Association furnishing the music
There were sixty-fve of them and they
rode in their special train. Their man
nnrpose seem to be to advertise the lVO0
show at st. Louis, and they did it well
. Two well-k known gentlemen of this Sec
ton accompanied them-Private JONI
Allen and Capt Jas. Kincannon' i
there is no money panic in 'O3 as ther'
was in '93, this lection will Literally
natropize the St Louis show ant
Noxubee county will furnish the great
p est wonder for the Museum Hall
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
Farm for Rent.

Singer Machines are Best by Test
Over seventeen millions made and SOLD
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Nice large neef steak with bread ana
h tier and cup of coffee, &c, all hours at
BRAME & UoTHERoW
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

psRsoNN'' |
|, sewer. and Miss Hunter
Ibarsd'y' riro Of |
!, n last raor'i'y' ID
\ p,ttio craiss went to
y y, n relatives and friends
nd Miss Kate May ,,u Oh
4 y, visited Macon Monday
.scIarG Of s'n n"r g usin,
\ woodward have az, t snis %sp1
sainy Miss D'I'' '"0"'''''
N sister Mis-. Belle ,.,s, G'y y,
Y r e., visiting the family Of
Mrs. Big Bud and ,c Two
rn. Swami and Mrs "e'f'
slsday i,
W.. j. f Burrage OF I
nd Mrs. j. J Prince 81
!. '' as.e pleasant visitors to
M Of Dancy mas oo"7
gh's residence ~ so,s
I'D giII moe '''''''
tJ1sslay Miss Myrtle Co'o
Neon on a visit to MIS- " al
n, Mrs, Col'IA'" al"
vdl DismuIics vas Visite'
N ber daughter Mrs, b. II
M granddaughter MIS-
,,,,v IA learn there is scarle
FAMILY Of Mr. Zepernick
\. vi.. Ail is recovfriE
m M
.,n,.l to Naco
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
$5o 900 to Loan.

Twill loan money at per cent and on
long time notes. nonsox
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

A speciality of this house is Pa'ter'
Hats. See our black velvet 6ansooF
oughs at IS and Sc. LULA D. 'RlGd'
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Miss Louise Baukhead is visiting the
Misses Williams.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

7, pursuance of final decree rendered
IN he aboye.s stared cause at the OCTOBER
form A, D.. 1901, Of the Court aloresaio'
dated October 10th, A. D.. 1901, the under
signed Commissioner IN said cause appoih'-
j, will on 80,
Monday the second DAY of Dec A. d. iSol'
in front of the door of the Courthouse VI
rho lawn of Macon in said county, Wllhih
leym hours. proceed to sell at pubic nut-
rry 70 the highest and best bidder the
foilowiur described real estate, lying ana
heinz situated in said county ana state
/ to-wit: .,... ou.r am
ono half interest in the north hall OF nortn
West 1,ltr in section 10. and the soulhWe
onar Of northeast quar- and southeast quar-
Of northwest quar- in section 10. 'owhsh'
IA range 10. u
Terms Of sa,e-CASH.
The title to the ahove.deserloed proper,
!. believed to be perfect, but | shan on,
convey such title as vests in me by v'r'u
Of Sal, final decree. y. T. DoRRoh'.
Nov |. 10
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Fine pork sausage 1Oc, and choice
steaks same at the new market
BRAME & DoTHERoW'
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
Wood Wood ! Wood!

WHY don't you keep your promise
phort that wood2 The roads will soon
b, so bad YOU can't naul and then we Il
freeze,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
ESTKAY NOTICES.


The State of Mississippi, NoXuOee tommy
stTal en- up by Mark Posey, Nov 2 l9Ql'
trraying on the Scott DismDkes place ID as,
hict y bay mare with white spot on rlg sI,I
lip and one on right SIDE, sore on 'h hinh
cit ankle, no brands, about 70 hanus hisu'
10 or ID wears old, valued at SIS.
Taken up by W. c. Thomas, Nov. 0. lsO i,,
straying on his place in district =, re" Cow ,yo
With lew white spots on TANKS ana TWO
small spots between horns, about yea,
old, no marks or brands; also one &c" ,,, u'
white suotted yearing steer. Cow VaIueV
AT IS and the yearling at "a.
The owners are notified TO come forward
proye property, get an order for same !
NV Office in Macon. pay charges and take,
80 z. r. FERRIS.
n"vt6.3t Coroner and Ranger u
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
root Cotton Receipt.

All narties are hereby warned not 10
trade for Macon compress colv9n ~
ceipt No. 2O3, weight 5l6 pounuS' Is
sued to Sandy Mcleod. r Dawn
oct19-4t ~ w.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
MAURY'S
SHORT ORDER LUNCH STAND.
opposite Lyccum'

We have fitted up Lunch Stann'
with every convenience, to meet the
demands of the public, and meals
will be served
AT ANY HOUR
During the season we VIII keep
on hand OYSTERS, FISH, Etc :
and serve them promptly IN any
vie. W. gu arantee good $ CIV
sand moderate prices.
Marry \ Son.
.supupd NV 'sansia Il z % NV soy IN
,s,sunues ar,uaa vuaowv III a s',, Is vi, y,
i,anaa ugws, assIS o,cnl Hl@h@N", - W
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Meridian and West Point were visit
ed by pickpockets and robbers as well
20 nv the show. Macon was not
troubled with them, On the whole the
crowd here was well behaved and the
Nsr,bal and his deputies kept good
order and had to arrest only one run
ming tiger,
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Mr.. Ben Boykin, who resided near
Allgood' $ mill, died last Sunday night
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

HIGHEST cash price paid for hides ana
all kinds of country produce,
BRAME & Don HERoW.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
=, poAue HI. j. BARNES
BRAME & BARNES,
Attorney at Law,
MACON, MISS.

Practice in all state and Federal courts,
Noney to Loan, Office formerly occupied
by 7. w. Brame. no'
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

We are sorry to learn that the fam,iy
If MIR b. c. Moore are down with the
,ml4t fever.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

, Mr. I'd Norwood's family is sorely
afflicted, He lost his five year old son
last week and we learn his wife and
children are Ill with scarlet fever
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

Mr.. J. l.. Reed of Hashuqua cal 8
rsgnlar,y once a year and always make
- = smiIe, He is a COOL Subscriber.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
CoMMIssIONER'S SALE.

the State Of Mississippi, NoXubee County
William Clearman. Jr.
compft c,,
No 1892 VS. III On""''''
William Chairman, 81.
defendant
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

A new grist mill passed through town
from the depot Monday for Mr. K C.
Smith. 1t will soon be ready for bust
paCg
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

BoRN-Nov. 1lth, a daughter to Mr..
and Mrs. T P. Crymes Mother and
child are we'll. and the proud father is
being congratulated by many friends
and relatives,
Dr. Emmett Dent, Mr.. viii Dent and
L,l,eir t. lend DR. Macy, will be here
DMonday and if the weather continues
to 6e pleasant there will be some gool
shooting.
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16
rRrsPAss NOTICES,

All parties are forbidden to num- l,.,,.,od
otherwise trespass on our '"''u''
southeast of Macon
j, A. COTTON,
II, W, COTTON.
R.N. STEWART,
|. G.. GUY,
MRS. F. A. HUNTER.
nnl12-lm
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

h 10 need Of mytline for yon
knachiue call on Il w Doss, 10
EalOr the
NIGER MFG Go Columbus, Miss
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

|r,4, Di.mul,cs vas visited
(n 10, daughter Mrs, +. Fl.
"a randdanghtcr Miss
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

|lp Cooper a Macon boy fif-
Ln,go. but now q prominent
|iae 0onrishItg city Of Annis
|. visited relatives here last
Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1901-11-16

N. If Dancy has bought
IT. "A residence in Carol
a sill moe laere, so says
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11

Weak, nervous and elderly people
are often made very uncomfortable by
the overcrowding of the London pave.
ments in the more frequented parts
while busy men are driven TO despair
by the obstacles to direct walking
Of,late the inconvenience experienced
has been increased by the fact that
the people of London are, on the
whole, less orderly and well-man
nered than those of a previous gen
Grafton. The deterioration Of public
manners of the men. and especially o.
the. boys. in the street is a subject o.
constant remark among those who's,
memory carries them back only Ter
or Is years.-London Lancet.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11

WAYS readin' about" ne said, deprecal-
ingly, to her, "but got $50 month.
an something laid by in de bank, an
AMI amt never drove boss that
wouldn't follow me round de stable
yard
Il know, Tim" the girl answered
"An' wish l could love you. Honest, |
do; but it jest seems TO me like | can't
marry any man that's just everyday
common kind of folks like I've knowed
ever sence was born, that don't think
bout nothing but just eating, and
sleeping, and working. | just got to
have somebody that's a hero and ro-
mantle"
That's So" he answered, soothingly,
to her passionate utburst, and then he
sighed and added: 81 reckon that let's
me out, Name, cause ! amt built that
way"
well, l amt going to marry a man
that amt a hero" the girl repeated,
doggedly, and Tim, gathering up his
cap, went back to his team.
That night, after supper, Mrs. Nor
gan's boarders were sitting on the
steps, trying TO gather little fresh
ness out of the sultry summer air. Sud-
denly some one called attention to the
little glare just above the roofs of the
houses few blocks off, and in an in
slant more long tongue of flame had
leaped up against the dark sky.
my God" cried man, cts the
Michigan flats. They are crowded like
rabbits warren, and they will burn
like finder after this drought" The
shrill clang of the fire engine gong cut
his speech short, and, with the mex
haustible curiosity of the street born,
they all trooped off in its wake.
The engine was already pouring fu-
tile streams of water on the tlimsy
frame building and the tireBen were
making gallant fight against over
Whelming odds. Little groups of
white-faced women, and scared chill
dren stood on the pavement about pa
thetic bundles-the poor possy ssions
that they had been able to save from
the burning house.
"Everybody out?" inquired a specta-
tor Of the fireman.
Guess so, if they ain't-God help
EN-" he responded, Iaconically; but
even as he spec a groan went mp from
tl:- crowd, and at an upper window
there appeared the frightened face of
little child.
ITS too late" cried one, 1.-The old
shack is ready to fall now. Its certain
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11

they came to a standstill close to the
wheel.
80 our delightful week is over"
she sighed.
81 wonder if you are half as sorry
as l amp he said. Miss Baird-Joan
tell me, are you really sorry? Do
you care for me little?'
''You know | care very muCh,' re-
piled the girl, looking straight into
his pleading eyes.
He took her in his arms and kissed
her passionately, then almost pushed
her from him and turned away with
a groan.
Good God! What am l doug?" he
exclaimed.
She caught his coat sleeve.
"What is the matter? What do you
mean? Don't you love me-"
Her big gray eyes stared at him
wide open and afraid, and her voice
faltered.
I'm blackguard--a scoundrcj.
love you, and I've made you love me,
but | can't marry you. Oh Joan,
Joan!"
You are already married, all ah!"
and she covered her face with her
hands.
NO. no." he cried, "but-'
She turned toward him and gazed
at him with all her love in her eyes
But what?" she asked.
I'm en2aged--I mean. I'm going tc
marry some one else"
rs that ale" She said. "Oh, Tony
how you frightened me! That's moth.
ing-you can break il eff
"Well?" she said. nervousIy, laying
her hands on his shoulders.
Il can't break it eff" he said, draw.
ing her c.ose to him. TIN sort OF
bound to her, YOU know"
81 don't want to know any more
she interrupted, quietly. LET me go
and she stepped back pace as lie IT.
leased her. "Good-by," She added
Drokenly, Tim sorry"
She turned suddenly, ran quickly
along the deck and down into her
cabin.
Come here. Tony" called Mamie
from her nest Of rugs and cushion.
where Sir Christopher had lief, her
Come and talk to me for q moment
Must you really 90 tomorrow"
YES" he replied, gloomily.
"What is the matter?" She said
quickly.
"Nothing."
Are YOU yeNed with me about any
thing" she asked. anXiousIN
NO Why should | be?
Il don't know, but you haven't hce,
near me the last three day.
"You always seemed to have Sheri
dan in your pocket"
Are YOU iealous?"
"Oh MOI" and he laughed. hut witt
an air Of embarrassment.
Don't you think we had better gc
married at once?" he said. suddenly,
! "Married? No-no." she cried
etarting forwards then leaned bac
among her cushions. and continued
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11
"EOUR FEET ON THE FENDER.

IDr. Oliver Wendell Holmes definition OF
happiness: Not many months before MS
death he said sadly: "Only two feet now
on the fender
The fire on the hearth is all glowing,
"A light in the window for thee
There is one who looks for my coming,
Who is watching and waiting for me-.
o, joy of earth the most precious
The dear angel presence of home
Is beside me in the sweet cleaning,
AS unto my heart-rest | come.
-Four feet on the fender"
Our cup is full of life's nectar,
And we thank the dear Father above
AS we sit -four feet on the fender,
In the oneness of hearts perfect love-
So near our souls are together,
They meet and mingle as one,
In this holy and tender communion,
The love feast | keep with my own.
-Four feet on the fender"
Alone l sit by the fireslde.
No hand lies softly in mine,
No eyes all tender with love-light
For me with the home welcome shine.
And / long with a heart-ache and greving
For the grace of day that is dead
For the one tender presence, my heart-rest,
From my home and yearning sight fed
Only two feet on the fender.
The Autumn came in its glory,
But a glory had passed from the earth.
The genial presence had vanished,
No light on the evening hearth.
Ended the songs of one singer,
Broken the strings of his Lutte,
Silence DER chords he has wakened
The voice of his melody mute
No feet on the fender.
-Phebe a. Holder, in Banner Of Gold.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11

DEATH" The iremen were struggling
With a ladder, trying 10 get il nearer
the window. when suddenly man was
seen to dart in the burning building
and up the stairs that creaked and
swayed under his weight. A moment
more and he reached the trembling lit
Ito figure. tore off his own hat and
pressed il over the child's face and
started back on his perilous journey.
Down on the sidewalk Mamie stood
GREATNESS. white, trembling, for in the
rescuer she had recognized Tim, and in
the same instant she had known that
she lovcd him. All that was petty, and
mean. and selfish in her nature shriv-
aled up in the fierce light of that revela-
ton, and something nobler took its
place something grand enough to
make her. even willing to risk the man
she loved for a great deed. and with a
sudden impulse she turned to the
crowd and cried:
"He is risling his life for the kid.
Give him cheer, boys; give him a
cheer" and her own voice, sweet and
piercing as bugle call, lead the wild
shouting.
Tim, coming down the steps, stifled,
blinded. choking. ready to sink with his
burden. heard it, and it gave him cour.
across the threshold just as the walls
caved in, and he knew no more. When
he awoke to consciousness again he vas
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11
WORST PERIL OF THE SEA.
Boiler Explosions Are Considered
the Chief Terrors of n Sail
Or's Life.

Among the many pcrils that sur
round a sailors life there is nothing
he breads more than a boiler explo-
sion at sea. Such a catastrophe is
bad enough on dry land, but when it
happens many miles from land on a
stormy sea there are additional hor-
rors to it. Every year the number
of steamers which disappear and
leave no mark behind to tell of their
fate runs well up toward 100. "A
typhoon may sweep down like light
ming out of a clear sky and tear a
ship to pieces, but some floating
wreckage is sure to tell the tale. A
boiler explosion, on the contrary, will
blow a hole as big as a tunnel
through the bottom of the ship, and
down she will go, leaving nothing be-
hind her to tell of her fate. She
sinks like a shot. There is no time
to launch the boats or cut loose a
spar to which to cling. Sailor men
believe that 90 per cent. of the mys-
FERROUS disappearance of steamers
on the sea can be accounted for by
boiler explosions.
The modern system of steam boiler
inspection for ocean-going steamers
is strict, but it is impossible to guard
completely against fraud and care
lessness. There is an old story of a
drunken engineer who mistook the
thermometer for the steam gauge and
"cursed ont" his stokers because he
could not get the pressure above so
pounds. That is a galley yarn" It
will not hold water" yet there are
cases almost as bad, which can be
authenticated.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11

South African pictures were recent
" being shown on the cinematograph
in London, when some men in the au-
dience recognized an officer friend.
The wife of the officer was informed
and wrote to ask the manager to have
the picture shown on n particular even
ing. when she would journey from
Glasgow. She thus saw her husband
for the first time in year-on the
cincmatograph screen.
The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1901-04-11
LIGHT.
All is dark about our feet

All is dark about our feet
Fair the pale sky overhead
Meath the trees the shadows meet,
From the world the day is fed.
Falteringiy our way we trace,
Where the dreaded terrors lie;
But we upward lift our face,
To the wondrous sunset sky.
Here we stumble as we go
There the star paths are so sure.
In our freedom do we know,
That some laws must still endure?
For unlike the stars above
We ourselves must choose our way
And for us, great God of Love
Grant Thy Light at close of day.
May we, when the shadows fall
Lift our faces up to Thee.
Through the darkness hear us call,
Be our guide-since we are free.
Mrs Edna Judson Wilde, in n. Y. OBJ
server.