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Evening journal., 1902-05-20

Appointed Special Officer
George Richards who has been special
officer for the Water Department along
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
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Mexico is taking readily TO modern cleo
trical appliances. Already there are over
operation in the city conquered by Cortez
and fifty miles more will be completed in
another year.
An electric fytrap should prove useful as
the season advances. one has been pat
ented recently and is oG&aposed principally
of q screen of positive and negative wires
and is bated with sugar. The flies alight
on the wires and the result to them is the
same as that to a man sitting in the cleo
trio chair.
It is expected that before long the New
test to electric motor fire apparatus. The
first test, it is understood. will be applied
and ladder truck. If it is found to work
satisfactorily upon these lighter vehicles
gines, which weigh in the neighborhood Of
1900 or 5000 pounds.
Burns from Roentgen rays, now recog-
nized as a real effect, have some curious
200 cases. notes that the burns resemble
sunburn, but they may extend much
deeper, the body being transparent to these
rays. The burns do not usually appear i'm
mediately, most often developing in about
ten days, though sometimes delayed for
months. Some persons are very susceptible,
others are not affected in any way.
Portable electric lamps are being intro
duced into the German army and mounted
ing TO the United Service Gazette The aS-
vantageS of such a lamp will be very pro-
nounced for field duty and especially dur
ing inclement weather. The medical corps
will also find the lamps of great value both
in searching the field for wounded and
when operations have to be performed In
the hospital tent.
Madison, Wis, is a university town and
like most university towns 1t has a campus
upon which grow huge trees. In these trees
squirrels have made their habitation, to the
great delight of the students and towns
people. For a long time the telephone serv-
Ice of the town has been bad. No one knew
why. Finally a curious official discovered
that the squirrels had nibbled off the insu-
lation of the telephone cables, cut into
wires and wrought havoc in many other
ways. Rather than exterminate the squir-
rels the telephone company determined to
keep a force of linemen busy repairing the
ravages. But the squirrels have eaten away
the insulation faster than the linemen could
supply II.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
ANOTHER STEEL COMPANY
RumOr to Eject that New PennsyI-
vania Concern VIII Rival
Great Combine.

PHILADELPHIA. June 2s.-The North
American tomorrow will say: Another
great steel company has been formed to
compete with the United States Steel cor
poration. Several OF the highest salaried
steel experts Of the Pencoyd works, part
Of the American Bridge company, have left
that concern and cast their lot with the
capitalist who Is behind the new company.
This man. one of those concerned declares,
is Percival Roberts. jr., formerly president
Of the American Bridge company. and for
merly a member Of the board OF directors
and the executive committee Of the steel
combine.
The old plant OF the Pottsville (Pa.) Iron
and Steel works has been purchased and
will be remodeled. The new concern, the
schuylkiIl Valley Iron and Steel works. will
have one OF the finest and largest establish
ments in the country.
The North American also prints a brief
interview with Mr.. Roberts, who denies the
truth OF the publication.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

has available in It's various plants in that
city not less than 10000 horsepower. The
new Commonwealth plant when completed
will have a capacity OF 10O, 1000 horse
power. Some idea Of its magnitude is con-
veyed by the statement that It will cover
fourteen acres, that Il will cost $4,000, 900
and that Il will require FIVE or six years to
build It.
The installation Of such a mammoth
plant anticipates not only rapidly increas-
ing demands for electric light, but great
and inevitable transformation in the street
railway traction systems Of the city. To be
prepared to supply every form of electrical
energy, for lighting, for railway operation
and for all kinds Of manufacturing Indus
try indicates a purpose to centralize in one
great plant the most modern devices that
inventive genius and engineering expert
ence have supplied for instituting needed
economies in the work Of producing electric
power.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
TEXAS DROUGHT IS BROKEN
Heavy Rains Fall from Dallas south
to Gulf and in other
Part of state.

DALLAS, Tex, June 2S.-The long drought
prevailing in Texas was quite generally re-
lieved today. Heavy rains are reported from
Dallas south to the gulf and many sections
north, east and west have received por-
lions Of the downpour. The corn crop is
said to be beyond redemption, but cotton
will be saved. There was considerable
alarm for the safety of Galveston through
out the day, as a severe gale was reported
raging there early this morning and tele-
graphic communication was entirely inter-
rupted during the day. 1t was later learned,
however, that no damage had been sus-
tanned and that the water was but slightly
above normal.
AT Houston a high wind prevailed and a
heavy rain fell throughout the day. Trees
were uprooted and car traffic was suspended
in a portion of the city, but no serious
damage was done At Grand Saline the
gale was very strong and the water broke
over the river banks. No great damage Is
reported there.
GALVESTON, Tex, June 2S.-The wind
and rain storm which struck Galveston
last night with intensity lasted till late
this afternoon. The wind held steady from
the southeast and reached a velocity of
sixty miles an hour during one and two
minute gusts during the early portion Of
this morning. The tide was not dangerously
high. being but two feet above normal, but
the storm, which originated in the west
gulf and passed inland with it's center $50
miles west of Galveston, made itself felt
on the city. Tonight the wind is blowing
thirty miles an hour, but the Weather
bureau states that 1t will veer to the west
by morning and produce clear weather for
Saturday. The only damage reported in
Galveston was the burning out Of fifteen
motor cars by the water getting into the
electric machinery.
HOUSTON, Tex, Jun 2s.-It Is said here
tonight that a wind OF tornado proportions
developed near Rosenberg today and blew
a Southern Pacific freight train from the
track. wrecking 1t and injuring three or four
men. The wires are Town and there Is no
way Of getting details.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
CONSIDER OIL FOR FUEL
RiveFmen ON Lower Mississippi May
Use Beaumont oil on
Their Packets.

ST. LOUIS. June 2s.-Rivermen are con-
sldering the use Of oil for fuel on the pack
cts running out Of ST. Louis and express
the belief II the movement, which has been
~inaugurated to bring Beaumont oil here
from Port Arthur by water, proves sue
eessful every vessel plying western waters
will be equipped with oil burners.
The arrival Of the towboat McRougal from
New Orleans today demonstrates the prac-
ticability OF the use Of oil. McDougal was
equipped with the burners at New Orleans.
II departed with a tow Of three barges
and arrived in st. Louis without stopping
for fuel. Although a small boat. Il did not
burn half its supply Of oil and the owners
expect 1t to make the return trip without
using the balance OF its supply. II Is said
the saving in fuel alone was 40 per cent.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

~~~~~~~o Mr.. Carpenter letters rom Russia I'M nj b 0ethe SresteN
RUSSIA s::S: s; :; !; :.; ::::::: I. 6. e: :$ !: etc. e: :. .s s::' G.; 6: =; ~ :; go 4: So. 3;
~N~0N~ his governmen Hew n Investigate for w the ohanse which
are Joins o n in Industrial Russia ant will open up q new view of
the enormous public works nov building Trans Sb0dan Ranroadi Is only
one of hose. Russia has cana ad other undertaking. IN and whhha are even
to have a grat share In he markets OF both Europe and Asia IN he fvturA
n Russians are now buying millions of dollars worth of Amancan RoNdA
Mr. Carpenter will tell how thse are handled IN show Yen how millions NOR
can 20 placed
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
ENGLAND

In England for instance, he will tell how Uncles sam nasf
EAlAV n Aln spoonIeed John Bull to keep him alive how he siepsh him
ENVII HNu : between cotton sheets at night M low by means of hs
new electrical machinery 10 is preparing to AIRY him to
work IN our modern steetc cars He wn show how Ing
lands coal bids fair to give out and how we eventuany
must keeps our British cousins warm. n New London, The gigantic metro
polls of the world as a trade oyster for. the American to open Wi b pictured
an a comparison fthe big trusts Of the Tight Little Island" and those Of
Or country be made.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

These letters III not be eonhnSd atosethsrt to commercial suhtSotS They viii aka
all matters OF huma interest along he nsS Of modern progress md WL1bS 90
written that. they will interest not only the Aborr and the capitalist mt every
nan. ma hid III wishes to keep AEesAt Of GDd 70 know what Il
gonE on In The world Of today The will cover sach q W1ds'f ans nat thy
will run for = whole ySar, beginning In Jna
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
the RHINE

~~~~~~~~~~~~~2 The Yankee in Holland and Belgium win furnish
NETHERLANDS 81. :i !. !: %,. n r.: 4 = 80: g. az, y : :: = !: Z
ammo mako a footho in hO beehive Of Europe
known as Belgium
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
RUSSIA

~~~~~~~~~~N~~0 Returning again to Germany. n0 oeae Trade Govsssa
HRRN RUHNkHE the Rhine will % described II fAotOfs rather tMaa
INF hHINE : its castles will form tho material OF Mr. Caxpentars lot
tiers and he will carry u along IN boats loaded With
aend pleasure steamers 81 that famous nw. North
en an Southern Germany will give nan out of to "a IOtGa and Hamburg.
thu geat free porto of Continental Europe n It's vast trade Nth Ia Unimd
States viii be especially interesting
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

make ono Ietdr n haaer WHheEm IS N Great nterna-
tonsl Drummer who is pushing Germanys trade an business in every wa
He win picture Berlin IS it Is in this year 1902 an travelling over eastern and
western Germany will ompare their laborers with our w0rkmen n describe
the wonderful technical schools which the Emperor hs instituted TO aid him In
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

~~~~~NN~o In his tour Of France Mr. Csrpsnta will n1ud0<hsS ms utx -
FnANAE : Lyons. whre" thirty mhnOn1 Of denarSw worth OF silks aSd vel.
"HNS are fast crowdnS those Of Europe M ENe Uncle Sem sOms
points as to how 90 make his daughters c6thas
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
PROSPECTUS

conditions are rapidly changing. The people arcs shaking on their Rip Van VIM
ke seep of ages N beginning to realise hat thu american Giant of he West
has, ghded his ldns and is ready to night with them for II that is worth having
of this world and this worlds goods Tho night indeed hs already begun, and
even at its starting 1t is in the favor Of the West Tho greatest countres o.
THE American Invasion" the Emperor Of Germany has called It. the "0reat
American Peril" n the Boards Of Trade ant Manufacturers Of England
stand aghast at tn prospect
II Great Britain, Germany France, Russia. Holland and Belgium az wei az
in the the countries of Continental Europe. this increase Il American com
mece is steadily gdng IN. The Yankee Exporter les put on the Seven neagus
Boots Of tho Twentieth Century nd he is going forth Tx a n electrical dynamo
in brooches He Is Just now at the beginning of his journey N those who
10Y him best are sure h will moi stop untlh 10 has distance III otherson ts
great race track If the world II describe tho w condition n thu thou
tour of the United Kingdom n the Continent He is n0w N England ana
OF our eader 3d..
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
~ChIcAgO's Big Plant.

The projected six-million-dOllar electric
power plant OF the Commonwealth COM
pany OF Chicago emphasizes the rapid as
tendency OF electric power for the opera
tion OF a wide range Of mechanical indus
try and calls attention to the fact that
Chicago Is fast becoming one Of the great
est eenters Of electric power development
In the world. The Edison company already
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29
The
Yankees
InEurope!
Frank G.. Carpenter to
Investigate the~Great
American PERIL

AE WILL SHOW WHAT AMERICA IS
DOING AND WHAT IT CAN DO
LIVE LETTERS OF HUMAN INTER-
EST ABOUT ENGLAND. FRANCE.
GERMANY. RUSSIA AND OTHER
COUNTRIES OF CONTINENTAL
EUROPE.
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

In German Mr. Carpenter will investigate TIT condition of
MRNAm n AAI I the American Hog nj how how not the farmers but Inc
HTEKMMMY : rohl LIANT holders are lighting against its Importation He
will describe 10Y Germany is trying to capture thu Ocean
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

Beginning in June The Bee will publish . remArkA-
BILE series of illustrated lettsrs from Frank q. Car
penter on what the Yankees arc doing In Europa
ana on the changes which are going on 1n that con-
tinent. The old Europe IL fast passing away and q
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

~~~~ ~~~~~~~~NN~~3 Mr. Cap6m@s ability Is o ngospondont. hs
uHH AnMANAa~~A ! been well proven In addition to having vhRsd
Ink III EH ( very part of hs own country h has 1oloped
s" south America hs Srded the Pacific OCEAN
from tho NWuan Islands to Van DEemans
Land N hAs made thrss trips to Asia to de-
scribe hange and onhuo of hat ointment Siam ad lava. Bumah IA In
dA Egypt nd he Holy Land. Turkey ad oreSoS ara we'll Known to him and In
this "Trip to Europe he sOesto lands which ne has visited many umss in In
past and which h is low able to describe IN the new me changing ooD6uoaa
of this year 1902
Omaha daily bee., 1902-06-29

Tickets,
1924 Farnam Street. Tel. SI6.
UNIoN STATION 10TH n MARCY. TEL. e19.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
ELEPHANT EARS.
Tnnya, the Big Leaf Lawn Plant. IL
Used as a Food.

Tnnya, the Big Leaf Lawn Plant. IL
Used Food.
A plant that has received very little
attention as source OF food In this
country is the caladium, or elephant
ear. Colocasia antiquorum, though it is
not uncommonly grown for this pur
pose In some of the southern states.
and It may surprise some readers who
know it only as an effective ornament
Of their la WINS to hear of it as an ar
ticle Of food.
1t is found oftenest In the coast re-
gion of South Carolina. Georgia and
Florida, where 1t is known as "tanya,"
a local name, probably derived from
TANNER" the West Indian name of a
similar plant. In other countries, espe-
cially in the tropics, this plant fur
n!shes food for many thousands Of
people. 1t is very important food
plant in Japan. The negroes Of the
Gold Coast in Africa have it under the
name of "eddoes." 1t is common in the
West Indies. 1t is the "taro" of the
Sandwich Islands. where ii is univer-
sally used as food, and from it poi
is made by pounding the roots in water
till they are reduced to dough, which
Is then allowed to ferment three or
four days before eating.
In this country the tanya is cultivat-
ed to best advantage in rather moist,
rich locations, and 1t requires long
season to bring 1t to maturity. 1t is
planted in rows, the plants two to
three feet apart. and cultivated like
root, with numerous smaller tubers
clustered closely about it. These small
er tubers are used for the planting Of
the next crop.
To make them properly edible the
roots require thorough cooking and
must be boiled for an hour, after which
the flbrous outer coat is stripped Off
and the rest served in much the same
way as we do potatoes. one who eats
tanya for the first time is not likely to
be favorably impressed, but on second
trial usually likes It better. though 1t
is unlikely that this dish can ever com.
pete with the sweet potato for the
favor of the American palate.
Botanically 1t Is related to the Indian
turnip of our woods and to the Guilt
waited Gala lily. Its virtue as food
plant Is not made apparent by tasting
the fresh leaves or the uncooked root,
but Its relationship to the lndin tur-
nip Is easily recognized from the pun
gent, acrid taste. The persistent,
smarting pain that even small piece
can produce remains long In the mouth
and throat. This pungent quality dis
appears entirely after cooking, how
ever. and the tubers may then be eat
en- with impunity. The tanya Is
starchy, like the potato, but compact
and closer grained and somewhat lack
ing in flavor. 1t is entirely free from
fibers or woody parts and possibly
might be cooked by a different method
so as to appear to better advantage
Country Gentleman.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
Tons and Tons.

) i thought of the good old question
that visitors used to ask the school
when l was boy.
Which weighs more, a pound Of
feathers or pound Of lead?" said l.
":Tney weigh the same. a pound is
pound" said the children.
Correct" said ! Now, which
weighs more, ton Of feathers or n
ton of coal?"
"A ton Of feathers" chorused thew.
showing that the innocent are not
necessarily undiscerning.--Town Top
les.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
ESTATE or JTNNETTE r. FIELDS or
it'RTI NOTION

We, the subscribers, having been a-
pointed by the Honora bic the ProJ.f.
d curt for the District of Chitteudcu c.u
IL ss!oners to receive. examine and Glj...
against the estate OF Jonncttc =. Fed
late of BurlnltCn, in SAID distr
deceased. ana also all claims and d.
mahds exhibited IN offset thereto and
being allowed by said court for that pr
pose, we do therefore hereby give no.
that we will attend to the duties OF
appointment AZ the Probate Office in b.
lngton. Vermont in said district on q
third Saturdays Of Novcm Der and Mar
next, at 10 O'Clock 81. m. on each Of sal.
days.
Dated this 18th day " septemb Der. 1902
J. J. FLYNN.
II G. HUMPHREY.
14,w3t. Commissioners
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
How ThourhtfuI!

Mrs. Upton Flattc-Norah, will
you try to have the steak a little
more rare. after this?
The Cook (bristling up)-Is it find
in fault wild me cookin'. yez are?
Mrs. Upton Flatte-O, no. no. no!
John and I thought you might OBJ
iect to remaining over the fire 90
lOnp-PuCk
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16

The undersigned, having been appointed
by the Hon. Probate Court for the District
OF Grand Isle Commissioners to receive.
mands of all persons against Henry Rev
nolds. late of AlhurGh, Vt, in said district.
deceased hereby give notice that we will
meet for the purpose OF examining and
allowing said claims at tie residence of
Rama Duba of Alhurgh Center, VT. on
the 3Jth day of October la12. and on the
m. until o'clock p m. each of said days,
ard that six months from the 22nd day OF
September, A.. n, 1902, is the time
limited by said court for said credit
ors to present their claims to us for ex-
animation and allowance.
Dated at Alburgh. VT, this 4th day of
October, A. d, 1902
HENRY MOTT. Adm.
Expires March - 1903.
NJ. HAXEN,
W A. SOGLE,
Aw3t Commissioner
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
Living Rooms,

The proper temperature for living
rooms for adults In good health is 6S to
20 degrees Invalids and aged people
may require more heat, sometimes as
much as 80 degrees, but children and in
fants should not be kept in nm atmos-
phere above 10 degrees. Sleeping room
temperatures should not rise above 65 de-
grees, preferably 90 degrees, except
where illness or special causes require .
modification Of the rule.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
Easily Rcnicdied.

Smoker-You sell cigars, and yet you
are opposed to smoking in your store.
Why?
Druggist-The smoke is offensive TO
many Of my customers.
Smoker-Of course. But that's east
ly remedied. Sell better cigars.-N. Y.
WeeklY.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16

"Whv. Bridget" said her mistress,
who wished to rally her for the
fantastic ornamcnting % huge
pie. why, Bridget, did YOU do this p"
"Indade, it was meself that did it,
replied Bridget. Isn't it pretty,
mum? did ii with yer false teeth,
m."-Pearson's Weekly.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16

Nurse (who has been many hours on
duty, to patients mother) --When do
you think | shall be able o 90 10 bed d?
Patients Mother--Go to bed?
Punch
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
THE PROFESSOR.

~ think the biggest contract eyer
took" remarked the doctor was to treat
fat man in "A dime museum for snake
bite He weighed 500 pounds, but literal
ly snatched him from the jaws of death .
Maybe you didn't do il aii.' suggest"
the professor. Maybe death found It
had bitten off more than it could chew 49,
Chicago Tribune.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
Loves Consideration.

Young Wife-DarIing, would you
have married me had not been
rich?
Young Husband - or course, not,
my dear. loved You too much 10
have ever asked you to share my
poverty.-Chicago Daily News
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
Out OF Deaths Jaws.

When death seemed very near from s
severe stomach and liver trouble, thai
had suffered with for years. writes p
Muse, Durham, N. c.. DR. Kings New
Life Pills saved my life and gave perfect
health" Best pills on earth and only 25c
at O sullivan q Young's drug store.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
AN UNUSUAL RUTTON

This collar button is my own inven-
ton" said the street fakir. and the
name | have given it is Fault "
Because everybody has faults?' sug-
gested the red-nosed man in the crowd
NO, my dear sir simply because it's so
easy to lind. '-EXchange.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
The Correct Expression.

Teacher-Now, Master Kirby, you
should he more correct in your com
position. You say, 4 love school
Now. school cannot he loved. Can't
you use more correct expression?
Master Kirby-'I hate school."-Tit.
Bits
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
CUTTING HIM SHORT.

do you give me credit for wisdom"
asked the judge.
Certainly" replied the lawyer who had
Just started OH a Ions -winded and weary
ing argument.
well, just remember" said the Judge
that a word to the wise is sufficient
Chicago Post.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
SHARP FIGHTING.

The rival baseball leagues next year
VIII wage stll tiercer war, they vow;
In fact, Il case it doth appear
OF diamond cut diamond now.
philadelphia Press.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
POOR EYE TO BUSINESS.

The St Louis Exposition people are "A lit
tie early in declaring against naughty
dances, II is customary to wait tn fair
is about half over before beginning such
IN S1ta0op.-Ea4aao 0xDrssA
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
THE BUSINESS DEPARTMENT.

Suppose you were TO discover the north
pole; OF what use would 1t be2'
"Oh. ] don't trouble myself with prac-
teal details Of that sort: leave all that
to the manager of my lecture tour
Washington Star.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16

To-day is here and yesterday is gone
Tomorrow? All, who knows that It will
dawn?
Why babble Of tomorrow, anyway,
For when 1t comes twill only be to-day.
Chicago Record Herald.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
SELE-EEIP

"All things may come to him who waits g
But there Is this to say
Their coming one accelerates
BY meeting them half way.
philadelphia Press
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16
Important Con.iderntions.

Concerning modern literature.
1t has been sadly hirted
That less depends on wha; is writ
Than how It's bound and printed.
Washington Star.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1902-10-16

No such thing as summer complaint
whore pr. FoWlcrs Extract OF Wild
Straw berry is kept handy. Natures rem
edy for looseness of the bowels.