davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
An Artistic Triumph.

Artist Ito fair critic)-What do you
think of my picture Of a peasant girl?
Fair Critic-Perfectly lovely. But
where did you ever get the model for
such lovely picture hat?
Artist (sadly)-That's not a picture
hat. She is carrying home bundle
of hay.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
Theatrical Snowstorm.

Realistic snowstorms for theaters
are produced by a new machine, which
has two revolving perforated cylinders
TO drop faxed and granulated sub
stances respectively, with electric fans
under each cylinder to drive the
"snow" across the stage as it falls.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
He Was Wide.

"Yes," said the fat man, Il live in
Swamphurst, but | don't know the
man you speak Of"
That's funny; he said he had a
wide acquaintance in Swamphurst,
and naturally thought he meant
you"
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

Bronze tablets, with heads OF cele-
brated authors in bas-reliefs, are hand
some library ornaments. Whitman
and Tennyson are particularly orna-
mental, with their long, flowing boards
ans finely-shaped heads. Sad as 1t
may be, all poets do not look well in
bronze, no matter how beautiful their
verses may be.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

The military household OF the czar
Is composed OF ninetyeight officers
Of various ranks, eighty-two Of whom
belong to the army and fifteen 20 the
navy Nineteen members of the royal
family are included in the list.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
All He Needed,

Fogg-Oh, yes; he had a great deal
to say about you. For one thing, he
declared there were the markings of a
great man in you.
. Dumleigh-Did he? But that wasn't
bad, now.
Fogg-He said you had good shell,
all you needed was the filling.-Bos.
ton Transcript.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
Had Reason to Know.

Cohenstein-Vo makes you tink
you last fire was caused py rats
gnawing madches?
Isaacstein-Vell,I springled a pound
of powdered cheeze over box OF
madches der night pefore
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
His Counter Question.

Mrs. Hawkbill (severely)-Is 1t
true, Captain. that you shouted to your
men to give the enemy-er-hell?
Captain Blankblank-Well, madam,
what should | have ordered them to
give the enemy-hand-painted fire.
screens Judge.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

Several members OF the crew OF n
sugar-laden ship were afflicted with
light when in the tropics though they
could see quite clearly as soon as the
sun rose. They attributed 1t to the
fumes from the sugar.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
Needed a Lot.

Mr.. Slimpurse latter a decided re-
fusaD-I know what the matter Is.
It's because l am poor. You would
marry me if | was rich.
Miss Gailie (thoughtfully)-Perhaps
so, but you would have to be very
very rich.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

A fire ey inguisher which may easily
be made and kept stored in bottles
ready for use consists OF three pounds
OF salt and one AND half pounds of
sal ammoaiac. dissolved In gallon Of
water.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

johannesburg is boom town, but,
unlike most cities Of like character, II
is solidly and permanently built. many
Of the residences being veritable palac-
es Of granite and marble. that would
do credit to any of our American cities.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
Hali's Catarrh euro
IL taken internally. Price, 75c.
The Oldest steam Eng Inc.

The Oldest steam engine in the world
has recently gone OF duty after work
ing more than 100 years. II was built
In 1877. 1t is a beam engine. the beam
being OF wood; the cylinder 80 inches
in diameter, with an SIT. stroke. This
veteran engine has been In the service
OF the birmingham Canal Navigation
company.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
Smart Boy.

How is your boy getting along at
SCHOOL,"
"Splendidly-splendidly! tell you,
my friend, this boy of mine will make
his way in the world, don't you fear.
During the time he's been going to
school they have had thirty-two ex-
aminations, and he's managed to
dodge every one of them."-Glasgow
(Scotland) Times.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
A Gentle Hint.

Charles-And now that you are 60
ing down to the beach ! hope you will
not forget me. ! think ! will put a
string around your finger.
Catharine tcoyly)-Why not ring?
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
losjnu OPPORTUNITIES.

The automobile had broken down,
and the chauffeur was busy trying to
discover the trouble. The impatient
owner Of the machine at last broke
out:
Hurry up, Felix! There are lot
of people crossing the street that we
are missing!"
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

Dealers say that as soon as custo-
mer tries Defiance Starch ii Is Inn
possible to sell them any other cold
water starch II can be used cold or
boiled
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
The Hint Direct.

Il don't believe you love me Bit"
sobbed his wife.
But do, darling! /"
Don't tell me. It's unnatural you
should No man could love woman
who wears such old hats as ! dol
London Answers.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
The UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME,
ST. MARY'S ACADEMY,


zone mile west of the University of Eotre Damo.)
Thorough Eng lish and Classical Education,
including Greek, Latin, French and German. On
completing the fun course OF studies. students
receive the Regular Collegiate DsKrses
The Conservatory of Music IL conduct ed on
the plan OF the best Classical Conservatories Of
Europe.
The Art Department is modelled after the
best Art Schools OF Europe
Preparatory and Minim Departments. Pu-
pills are here carefully prepared for the AGA
demic and Advanced Courses. Gymnasium up-
der direction OF Graduate OF Boston Normal
School OF Gymnastics. bookkeeping, Phonog-
raphy and Typewritng extra. Every variety OF
Fancy Needlework taught. For catalogue sdr
dress
DREcrREsS OF THE ACADEMY,
St Msry's Academy, Nore Dame P. o. Indiana
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
SURGICAL OPERATIONS
How Mrs. Bruce, a Noted Opera
Singer, Escaped an Operation.
Proof That Many Operations
for Ovarian Troubles are I'm
necessary.
necessary,

"DRAR MRS. PINKmAM travelling
for years on the road, with irregular
meals and sleep and damp beds, broke
down my hoalth 30 completely two
years ago that the physician advised .
complete rest, and when ] had gained
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
II Probably Was.

Here's q book that tells about the
best method of getting accepted"
What Is it--a bank book?"
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

Storekeepers report that the extra
quantity, together with the superior
quality, OF Defiance Starch makes It
next to impossible to sell any other
brand.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
~ other Gray.. Sweet Powder. for Children

another Gray's Sweet Powders Tor Chldron
Successfully used by Mother Gray, nurse
in the Childrens Home In New York. Cures
Feverishness, Bad Stomach, Teething Dis
orders, move and regulate the Bowels and
Destroy Worms. Over 1000 Testimonials.
At all druggists, 25c. Sample FREE. Ad-
dress Allen Is. Olmsted, Leroy, n. Y.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

Temperance has been promoted In
the French army by controlling the
canteen and substituting coffee. tea
and cocoa for intoxicating drinks.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

To Cure q Cold in Ono day.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
druggists refund money IL fails to cure. POO.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

And the colonel did not horsewhip
you after all?' THE colonel" replied
the editor, came TO lick, and remained
to liquor"
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

Sensible Housekeepers
will have Defiance Starch. not alone
because they get one-third more for
the same money. but also because OF
superior quality.
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

ALL UP TO DATE HoUsEKEErERs
use Defiance Cold Water Starch, because
II is better and I Oh. more Of II for same
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07
Mrs. Windows Soothing Syrup
johannesburg.

For children teething, sofens the gums, reduces In
eamms ton all rs palm cures wind collie. 25c abottla
Mexico Missouri message., 1902-08-07

Newriche-Mere words can't express
my great love for you.
Miss Cutting-Try figures, then.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

]. F. Parsons visited in Port Allie
gany last week.
John Burnett is in Buffalo under
going treatment for his eyes
Mrs. w. G. Clarke is confined to her
bed, under DR.. Bardwell's care.
Mrs. E. G. Dawson and daughter,
Miss Mary, are visiting at Chambers
burg.
Mr.. Fred Julian is transacting busi-
ness in Buffalo and New York this
week.
A. w. Mason, County Commissioner
elect, was a business caller at PRESS
Office on Tuesday.
The members of Theodore Hackett's S
family, who have been i'll with typhoid
fever, are now convalescent.
Miss Maud Thomas has returned
from a delightful visit to Philadelphia,
having been absent two weeks.
J. b. Bedard and family, of st. Marys,
visited in Emporium over Sunday,
guests of J. l.. Fobert and family.
D. l.. Marsh and daughter, Nellie E.,
of Mason Hill, visited in town last Fri
day. Miss Nellie remained in town for
the Jubilee Singers.
Ralph G. Dawson came down from
st. Marys on Sunday and visited with
his mother and sister before they de.
parted for the south on a visit.
B. G.. Bartle and Gregg Bailey came
over from Port Allegany on Saturday
and called on friends. Mr.. Bailey is
visiting his parents in Gibson township,
this county.
o. L. Bailey, of Sinnamahoning,
while transacting business in Empor-
um on Monday took time to call on the
PRESS. Mr.. Bailey, who is proprietor
of Mountain Hotel, is doing flourish
ing business in that busy town.
J. Vine Hanscom. A. De Shelter and
Frank Burke, of Grove, called on their
Emporium friends ON Monday and
Tuesday. While in town the gentle
men called at the Press office long
enough for Mr.. De Shelter to renew
his subscription.
w. NJ. Lawler, Of Richmond West Va.
visited in Emporium Tuesday after.
noon, on his return from a business
trip to New York While in town Mr.
Law!er called at the PRESS Office an6
expressed himself well pleased with
the South. He left on Erie mail foI
his home.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

Mrs. T. F. Moore, and daughter
Caroline, have returned from visiting
at Mr.. Moore's lumber camp.
John E. Smith, accompanied by his
son Grover c., were PRESS business
visitors yesterday.
Joseph Shaffer, nitro-glycerine
shooter, employed by Pennsylvania
Torpedo Co., was blown to atems at
State Line on Tuesday. A hole in the
ground was all that was found.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Saved at Graves Brink.

81 know | would long ago have been
in my grave" writes Mrs, S. H. Newsom,
Of Decatur, Ala, eff it had not been for
Electric Bitters. For three years | suffer
ed untold agony from the worst forms of
Indigestion, Waterbrash, Stomach and
Bowel Dyspepsia But this excellent
medicine did me a world of good. Since
using it | can eat heartily and have gain
ed 30 pounds" For Indigestion, Loss of
Appetite, Stomach, Liver and Kidney
troubles Electric Bitters are positive,
guaranteed cure. Only SOC at l.. Tag
CARTS drug store.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Why isIa mans hand ike a hardware
store? 1t has nails.
A Million Voices.

Could hardly express the thanks of
Homer Hall, OF West Point, La. Listen
why: A severe cold had settled on his
lungs causing a most obstinate cough.
Several physicians said he had consump-
ton, but could not help him. When all
thought he was doomed he began to use
DR.. Kings New Discovery for consumption
and writes-"it completely cured me and
saved my life. | now weigh 227 lbs. J"
It's positively guaranteed for Coughs,
Colds and Lung troubles. Price SOC and
$1.00. Trial bottles free at i. Taggart's. s.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Plenty OfEun,

The Young People of the Junior En-
deavor Society, of the Presbyterian
church, will hold a Lunch Box Party at
the City Hall, Thursday evening, Dec.
18th. Afine programe has been arrang-
ed for both Musical and Literary.
Come everybody, come. The ladies are
requested to bring lunch prepared for
two, with her name enclosed These
boxes are sold at auction and the pro-
ceeds to be applied towards the new
church.
Mrs. V. s. BURNELL, Supt.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

This is the season of the year when the
prudent ard careful housewife replenishes
her supply of Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy. 1t is certain to be needful be-
fore the winter is over, and results are
much more prompt and satisfactory when
it is kept at hand and given as soon as the
cold is contracted and before it has be-
come settled in the system. In almost
every instance a severe cold may be ward
ed off by taking this remedy freely as soon
as the first indication of the cold appears
There is no danger in giving it to children
for it contains no harmful substance. 1t
is pleasant to take-both adults and chill
dren like it. Buy it and you will get the
best 1t always cures For sale by l..
Taggart.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
BRIEF nENTION.

Big improvements of electric light
plant.
Smoke Spanish Arms" the best ten
cent cigar in the market.
Useful Xmas presents at n. Seger's
Hats, Ties, Silk Handkercbiefs, etc.
A. w. Mason advertises for forty
teams to draw logs on Sterling Run
Plenty of snow and lumbermen, who
have logs to haul, are hustling around
for teams.
Clark & Howard have purchased a
new Schumacher piano for the opera
house.
Mr. Brady this week received a loco
motive to be used from the coal mines
on Canoe Run.
The mothers meeting is postponed
until Friday afternoon, Jan 9th at $3.50
O'Clock. At the request of the officers.
All Smokers smoke the wv. H.
Mayer hand made cigar, the best five
cent cigar on the market. Be sure you
ask for it. 24-tf.
A full line of smokers goods at John
CRUCES. A large line of mereschaum
and briar pipes, together with all the
popular brands of tobacco.
A good overcoat will make desirable
present for husband, son or brother.
N. Seger has them-all styles, shapes
and prices.
For SALE.-A small lot, with build
ing, corner of Sixth and Cherry. For
terms apply to.
Mrs. J. G. BRYAN.
While passing your evenings at home
with your loved ones, you will feel like
smoking a good cigar Try John
CRUCES "Cyclone"-only 81. 90 for fifty
The G. S. c., desire to thank the bor-
ough council for the use of the City Hall
Nov. 9th, and also the Mountaineer
Hose Co., for the use of their parlor
SHAW'S PURE MATHIS value in
sickness has been tried and proved. In
I The home it is not safe to be without it.
Absolutely pure.
Sold By
36-47-ly F. X. BLUMLE.
The Schomaker piano, used at tn
Court House, has been purchased and
will remain there for the benefit of the
Teachers Institutes and other entertain
ments. We understand it is a gift to
the county.
n. Seger's old reliable clothing house
who in this section of the state does
not know N. Seger-is very replete
with winter clothing and his large line
of goods, suitable for holiday presents
are attracting the attention of the
public. Don't wait until the last minute
before calling for Xmas presents. Go
early.
The ladies of the Presbyterian church
will hold bread and cake sale, Satur-
day afternoon and evening, of this week
Dec. 18th, in the room opposite Mr.. r.
@. Dodson's drug store. Persons wish
ing homemade delicacies, can leave
their order with Mrs. Grant Allen, Mr.
John Days store, or with Mrs. Chas
| Felt.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Foils a Deadly Attack.

"My wife was so ill that good physic-
ians were unable to help, writes NJ. NJ.
Austin, of Winchester, Ind, "but was
completely cured by DR.. Kings New Life
Pills" They work wonders in stomach
and liver troubles. Cure constipation
sick headache. 25c at L, Taggart's drug
store.
He who does not when he can do can
not when he will.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

A glass or two of water half an hour
before breakfast will usually keep the
bowels regular. Harsh cathartice should
be avoided. When purgative is needed,
take Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver
Tablets. They are mild and gentle in
their action. For sale by i. Taggart.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Better Than a Rlaatnr

A piece of flannel dampeped by Cham
berlain's Pain Balm and bound on the af
tected parts, is better than a plaster for a
lame back and for pains in the side of
chest. Pain Balm has no superior as a
liniment for the relief of deep seated,
muscular and rheumatic pains For sale
by l.. Taggart.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Noticc of Administrators.
state ofALONzO CHEEsBRO, deceased.

Estate Of ALONZO CHEESBRO, deceased.
/ ETrERS of administration on the estate of
Il Alonzo Cheesbro, late of Shippen township
Cameron county, Pennsylvania, deceased, have
been granted to Dora Cheesbro, residing in said
township, to whom all persons indebted to said
estate are requested to make payment, and those
having claims or demands, Will make known the
same without delay.
DORA CHEESBRO, Administrative.
GREEN & SHARPER, Solicitors.
Emporium, Pa, oct. 30, 1902. 37-6t
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
One MnY CoIonist Tickets.

On the first and third Tuesday of each
month until April 80, 1903, one-way
second class Colonist tickets will be sold
by the Chicago, Milwaukee & st. Paul
Railway from Chicago to points in South
Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, Kan
sas, Eastern Colorado, Texas, Oklaho-
ma, Indian Territory and Southwestern
Missouri, at about one.half regular
rates, 37-2t-No. .-2t-Dec.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Closed for Season.

@. B. Howard Company's mill, No. 1,
at this place closed for the season last
Saturday night, at midnight after a
very successful seasons cut. The new
hardwood mill will run all winter,
giving employment to a large force of
men
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
ELECTION NOTICE.
THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK

Emporium, Pa, Dec 7th, 1902.
TINHE annual meeting of the stockholders for
l. the election of a Board of Directors and the
transaction of such other business as may be laid
before them, will be held at the Bnnk on Tues
day, January l3 1903 between the hours of one
and three in the afternoon.
T. B. LLOYD Cashier
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
When is bedstead not a bedstcad;
When it's little buggy.

To improve the appetite and strengthen
the digestion try few doses Of Chamber
lain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. Mr..
j. II. Seitz, of Detroit, Mich, says, "They
restored my appetite when impaired re-
lieved me of bloated feeling and caused
pleasant and satisfactory movement of
the bowels. There are people in this
community who need just such medicine
Fro Sale by i. Taggart. Every box
warranted
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Cameron.

Pretty cold weather
Winter is coming, and Cnstmas is not
far of.
Fred Comley has just recovered from
a severe sickness.
The blacksmith shop is receiving some
repairs.
Ed McFadden had business at st
Marys Tuesday.
Jim Leonard visited the county seat
Tuesday.
L. II. Osborne, of Erie, was in town
Tuesday.
The meat market is doing rushing
business.
Mrs. NJ. i. Mcconnell, of Ridsway,
is visiting Warren Mcconnell and family
at this place.
Ed Linineer visited his brother,
Walter Lininger and wife, at Ridgway
over Sunday,
ICY" Lupro is fixing up the old home
stead, about mile below town, and cx-
poets to move into it in a short time.
The new mill was fired up Tuesday
for the first time. How natural it seem
ed to see the smoke roll from the stack.
1t won't be long until it will be making
saw-dust.
The Liars Club met in Brother Com
ley's chicken coop Saturday evening.
Chairman Goodman being absent Bob
Shreve filled the chair with Dannie
Sullivan Sec'y. The club donated Bro.
Comley two cents for keeping his coop
in good order Bert Skiver's name was
read for membership and declared elected.
Bert Georgia was fined three cents for
splitting on the floor. John McFadden
stated before the club that the club
should give ball and supper some night
Tor the benefit Of new chair for our
chairman. instead of his sitting on the
roCst with the chickens. Brother Os-
borne stated that the club could have the
use Of his coop any night for a dance
free OF charge, but the club must stand
good for all chickens that are missing.
the club agreed to do. the supper to take
place in tho blacksmith shop, of which
each member must furnish achicken, and
the Club to donate keg. No other
member had anything to say so the club
adjourned to meet in John Clark chicken
coop next meeting night BaIGGs.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
LOCAL DEPARTMENT.
PERSONAL GOSSIP.

> Contributions inUited. That ,Ohich you ,OOUid
Ike to IN this departmental as knOt1 by pos
al card or letter, personally.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

Every man has his limit and somcme
have two or three.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Baptist Church Notes.

Preaching morning and even ing by
the pastor. Morning subject, "Search
the Scriptures" evening topic, "The
DEVILS Diamond Cutter" Bible school
at the close of morning worship, C.E
Crandell, Supt. Y. p. S. G. E., p. M,
B. Olmsted, President. Prayer meeting
Wednesday evening 7:3C. All vel,
come.
We have no bell to ring,
To tell the people to bring,
Their friends and relations at seven:
But they need no sound,
For the word goes round.
That practical talk win be given.
We invite you and your friend,
To be sure and attend,
Next Sunday evening meeting;
For the choir will sing,
Aud all voices will ring,
And you'll receive a warm greeting.
Lots for Sale.
nave some desirable building lots
for sale at bargain. 30-tf
G. J. GooDNoUGH.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

Nothing is more detestable than the
prejudics of other people.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

If you feel i'll and need a pill
Why not purchase the best?
DeWitt's Early Risers
Are little surprsers,
Take onc-they do the rest.
w. II. Howell, Houston, Tex, writes
i have used Little Early Riser Pills in
my family for constipation, sick headache,
etc. To their use ! am indebted for the
health of my family.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
A Big Lumber Job.

The Dubois Couriersays John E. Du-
Bois owns two hundred million of tim
ber on Hicks Run, some 36 miles from
Dubois. After mature consideration he
has decided to bring all this timber to
his big saw mill at Dubois for manufac-
ture. TO do this he must build fifteen
miles of railroad track to reach the Low
Grade road near Dens's Bun station,
from which point he will run his log
trains over the Pennsylvania line to Du-
Bois This will be the longest haul of
saw logs yet made in this section of
Pennsylvania. The logs and bark will
be loaded in the woods and be run tol
Dubois without any charge 1t is es-
timated that ten years will be consum-
ed in cutting and manufacturing,
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11
Lots for Sale .

IH- -- -
=. =, - -
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

L
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

~ ~- - -
% - =,
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1902-12-11

10 n'55@l=@%=E=5555G