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The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
AT Washington.

Sec. Hay and several other gentlemen
interested in the fund of $40, 10000 to
be presented to the United States by
Andrew Carnegie, TO be used to advance
the cause of higher education, met at
the State department Saturday to con-
slider the matter. Articles of incorpora-
ton were submitted and adopted and
will be filed at once. The name of the
incorporation will be the Carnegie Insti-
tuition.
The war department has received from
the Philippines copies of remarkable
proclamation signed with the names of
nine Americans, seven of them stated as
being in the U. S. military service, ia
viting American soldiers to desert and
joiu the ranks of the Filipino sodlery
This seems to have been the work of
Filipino leaders, signed under dnress by
| captured American soldiers.
The new battlesbip Maine is rs per
cent completed. according to report
received recently, at the Navy Depart
ment. This il such a rapid advance on
the new ship that naval officers are sat
isfied that she can be placed in commits
| sion by February Is, 1908, which will be
the fifth anniversary of the sinking of
the former battleship Maine in Havana
harbor.
Miss Alice Roosevelt, eldest daughter
of President and Mrs Roosevelt, was
formally presented to Washington society
Friday night, at ball given in her
honor at the White House. About 500
guests were present.
During the six months ending Dec. 81,
1901, there were built in the United
States and officially numbered by the
bureau of navigation, TIT rugged vessels
of 154 ,073 gross tons, compared with
56S rugged vessels of 1920 gross tons
for the corresponding six months OF 1900
Canal boats and unrigged barges are not
included.
Congress assembled, Monday, but very
little business was transacted, both
houses adjourning out of respect for the
late Senator Sewell Several bills were
introduced, among them one by Rep.
Grosvenor of Ohio, of an ti.anarchist
nature. Another was a bill restricting
migration, introduced by Representa-
tive Dalzell of Pennsylvania. 1t mate
rally increases the disabilities of alien
immigrants. Another Schley resolution
was introduced in the House by Repre-
sentative Shirm of Maryland. 1t pro-
vides an appropriation of $4,000 for
bronze tablets, commemorating six
great naval victories, beginning with
those of John Paul Jones, in 1887, and
closing with the battle of Santiago bay,
"Commodore Winfield Scott Schley,
commanding" in 1898
President Roosevelt gave audience to
Admiral Schley, Monday, and consented
to review the report of the board of in
quiry and Secretary Longs action there
on. Schley appeals for reversal of the
action of the court.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
The Model Hostess.

A woman may possess wealth untold
she may have the kindest OF hearts and the
brightest of minds, but unless she has
abso Lutte control OF her feelings, there will
be some time in her career as hostess thai
she will display annoyance or furry, and
the contsgion spreading to her guests will
cause an otherwise successful entertain
ment to die out in undisguised failure.
A model hostess must 10 all appearances
be made of stone, so far as disagreeablt
happenings are concerned. Even though
a guest or careless waiter inadvertently
breaks Bit of china which can never be
replaced; she must smile on as though the
loss of the entire set would but emphasize
the pleasure of the evening. Her well
bred calm inspires her guests with feeling
of confidence, and though in her heart she
may be very dubious about certain impor-
tant details or her dinner or dance, if she
does not show her anxiety everything will
pass off to happy conclusion.
A fluuied hostess or nervous host, whose
countensnces but barely conceal the worry
they feel can do more towards making
the guests uncomfortable than il the soup
were served stone cold and the salad
dressing were ruined by 100 bountilul
quantity Of vinegar.
An imperturbable calm and ready tact are
the two important factors in the making
OF model hostess. Secure these by hook
or crook, and you need never fear for the
success OF any OF your entertainments.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
Maine SpOrtsmen.

The annual meeting of the Maine
Sportsmen's Fish and Game Association
was held at Bangor, Tuesday, and it was
one of the most important sessions ever
held by this important body. The at
tendance was unusually large and in.
cluded many prominent Maine men.
Secretary harrington made his report
and officers were elected as follows:
President, Hon. P. o. Vickery of Au-
gusta vice presidents, Hon. A. M. Spear,
Gardiner; Hon. G. A. Msrston, Skowhe-
gan; G. A. Judkins, Kineo; Hon. w. p.
Frye, Lewiston; A. r. Nickerson, Booth
bay Harbor; Col. |. X. Stetsou, Bangor
Hon. H. K. Hamin, Ellsworth; secre-
tary and treasurer, Col. f. G. Earring
ton of Augusta.
Directors, Hon. P. o. Vickery, Gov.
John Fremont Hill, Col. K. c. Earring
ton, Gen. w. S. Choate, Augusta; Hon.
J. f. Sprague, Monson; Hon. V. w.
McFarlane, Greenville; DR.. G. @. Weld,
Old Town; councillor, Hon. w. II.
Haines, Waterville.
Hon. l.. L. Carleton, chairman of the
Maine Commissioners, delivered his an
nual address in City Hall, Bangor, Tues
day evening. His address occupied an
hour in its delivery and was an able pre-
sentation of the game interests of the
state. He strongly advocated making
persons out of the state who come here
to hunt pay license fee for the privi-
lege.
Hon. C. E. Oak, formerly Land Agent
aud Commissioner Of Game and Fish
cries, led the opposition against the
license theory. There were several
other speakers. The meeting was large.
ly attended.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
Cat Versus Trout.

A member of the Sullivan County
club caught half a dozen trout one day
last summer and carried them alive to
his cottage, intending to take them to
the city. He turned the water into his
bathtub, and the trout seemed to thrive
as well there as they had done in the
streams.
That afternoon one of the fish disap-
peared. The man, thinking it had
jumped out. looked all around the
room, but no trout was to be seen.
Next morning two more were gone,
and the servant was closely question
ed. Then two more disappeared, and
the fisherman was so much concerned
that he took place outside the bath
room window and proceeded to watch.
Pretty soon the family cat entered,
perched on the edge of the tub and,
waiting its chance, struck viciously
into the water with one paw and
brought up the remaining trout-New
York Times.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
The Hen as "A Soil Builder.

There is no stock kept on the farm that
can equal the domestic fowl Tor convert
ing the waste OF the farm into easily mar
kete products. and there is no farm fer
tilizer that is better than the droppings
from t e poultry. 1t is reported that a
New York poultry farmer applied $50
pounds of fine hen manure on an acre OF
wheat, which yielded fifty. nine and one
half bushels of wheat. and another acre
just alongside of it without dressing Of
hen manure produced only ,hirty-one
bushels of wheat.
Many of the abandoned farms in the
far Eastern states are being gradually re-
claimed by farmers who are devotpg much
of their time to poultry keeping. How
much better it will be for Western farmers
II they will profit by the mistakes Of their
forefathers and keep up the fertility Of their
farms by converting their crops into meat,
eggs and like products, woich can be mark
eted without lessening the value of the
farm for crop-producing purposes
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
DIET md Nnice.

A musical writer states that fine vo-
calists are rare in countries where fish
voice depreciates as families grow rich
and increase the amount of meat con-
sumed. Naples and Genoa, where much
fish is eaten, give few of Italy's sing
ers, and the sweet voices of Ireland
are found in the country, but not in the
towns. In Norway too much fish is
eaten for the production of singers. but
Sweden is a land of grain and song,
The carnivorous birds croak; grain eat
ing birds sing.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
Labor and Capital.

A gentleman made the remark recently
in a public gathering that the labor
question, the proper compensation OF
the employe, their relations with the
employer and with capital, is an issue of
the greatest Importance. No one can
question this. 1t is not a new proposition.
Ii has been on for centuries and is likely
to continue indefinitely. Its perfect adj
justment Is not likely TO be accomplished
for many years, perhaps never. Yet WE
believe decided progress is being made in
the right direction through labor organ
izations and arbitration, and conferences
between representatives of manufactures
and employes--between capital and
labor. Hours of labor have been short
ened in trades, in mills and factories and
wages have been advanced.
Outside of few industries the profits
of manufacturers are not excessive.
They must have a profit above bare
living. They must accumulate capital
or they cannot get the credit they must
have to carry on great enterprises. They
must have II surplus to meet emergencies
or they are liable to go to the wall.
Their conditions are different from the
wage Garner in this respect more In
degree than In principle. The employe
should have pay sufficient to accumulate
something for rainy day after be sup
ports his family and educates his chill
dren.
Competition is fierce 10 manufacturing
in general and Is likely to continue so.
The difficulties of the situation are many,
the issues are complicated. We look
with much hope upon the recently form
ed board of conference composed of SO
eminent men, u each, representing labor,
capital and the general public. There is
community of interest between these
factors, and something of value to all
should come from the labors of this
board and we believe will come.
Taking 1t all in all, as we view the
situation, the prospect of the wage
Garner Is brighter in our country at this
time than ever before aud brighter than
it is in any other country at this time or
has been In the past. But of course
there is opportunity for Improvement
and need of it.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
The Way to Do business.

us there any one living here under
twenty-one years of age" inquired a
man who rang the doorbell at a gentee,
residence the other day.
mo. there is not" rather sharply
replied spinster of eight and thirty
summers who answered.
why, is it possible?" was the reply
of the apparently astonished man.
Don't you live here"
1t was a neat hit, and after little
simpering and brief chat about the
weather the maiden purchased two
copies of work entitled Hints For
the Young. London Tit-Bits
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
The Maid BIushed.

When MIR. David Dear. winner of the
queens prize at Bisley. was a law stu
dent, he once attended an "at home"
On the servant asking his name, he re-
piled, David Dear"
The girl blushed and said. Yes, yes;
but what is your other name, sir?
He assured her he had no other
name, but 1t was of no use. The sery-
ant knew better and announced him as
"AIr. David"
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SOCIETIES.
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Treas Regular meetings Thursday evenings In
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after.
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Monday evening Al K 2 Hal
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

The agricultural societies in the State
of Maine are in a complacent frame al
this time. state authorities have just
made the annual apportionment of the
State appropriation to these societies
The stipend is figured on the amount OF
premiums paid at the fairs last year
Following are the amounts due the vari-
Gus Somerset societies; Somerset Co
$68 10; East Somerset, SOL 10; Somerset
Central, $91 10; Bingham, $14 SO. Not
very heavy sums, but they will help out.
Finances of agricultural societies are
liable to be in state of collapse and the
money paid by the State to help along
annual fairs, in many cases keeps the
societies in running order.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

Mayor Lowe is after the New York
blackmsilers. He says the iniquity
must be stamped out He promises
prompt punishment. He says the
whole force of the administration
will be exerted, continuously, agrees
sively and in every possible way, to pre-
vent and to punish this sort of iniquity.
Anyone asked to make an improper pay.
ment, for any purpose, has only to report
the fact to the mayor to be sure of pro.
lection and redress.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
witty Actress.

A leading actress, who is notably
well billed" all over town and coun
try. observed to the interviewer: "Ot
course l can't get on without billing
and" she added slyly, "A little cooling
Do | use powder? Why. Of course
What do you think? And, my dear sir
l shall now depend on you-for the
powder-oh, dear, no-for the puff
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09
RigelOM-lnhan i.

In Waterville, Jan. 9th at high noon
by the Rev, Albert A. Lewis, MI Melvin
Bigelow of ST. Adams and Miss Emn a
Alberta Uphsm of Lewiston, were united
in marriage, the full Episcopal service
with the ring being used. Mr.. Bigelow
Is the travelling salesman for Ansted Il
Buck of spring field, Ohio. Mrs. BigeloW
was one of Lewiston's popular young
dress makers. They will reside in st.
Adams.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

A special election was held in the 9TH
New York Congressional district, Tues
day, which resulted In the election Of
Montague Lessler, the Republican uomi
nee, over Perry Belmont, the Demo
cratic. IL Is a strong Democratic dis
trict and Mr.. Belmont and his friends
we're very sanguine of his election, but
he was hot on good terms with Boss
Croker ard the TaInmany chief "knifed'
him. The total vote was nearly 5000
less than In 1900, which indicates that
general apathy among Democrats con.
tributed to the result.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

Senator Tillman of South Carolina,
known as the "Pitchfork Senator" says
President Roosevelt is honest and he
likes him but he is trash" Tillman
ought to be Judge of rashness il per-
sonal experience in that line contributes
to Judgment.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

The Ohio senators have just had big
fight to see who should organize the leg
islature and 1t resulted In Senator Ham
mas friends securing control of the lower
branch and Senator Foraker's securing
control Of the upper. branch of the Gen.
eral Assembly. These big men could be
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

Capt. Hobson of the Merrimac fame,
it is said, will soon resign his commits
sion in the navy and enter politics. He
will make push for Congress in the
Sixth District in his State, Alabama.
We prophesy the young man will not
succeed in politics. He much better
stick to the navy, where he has future
if he maintains his grip.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

The Isthmian canal bill is the burning
issue In the House of Representatives at
Washington, there appears to be grow
ing sentiment in favor of taking the
Panama route into considerations and
this sentiment is strong in the Senate.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

'Why do you bring this TO me?''
Numbered the weary editor, thrustinG
the manuscript back into the hands of
the poet.
Because" replied the bard timidly,
81 have no stamp. Boston Post
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

There is only one way TO cure failure
give up seeking excuses and seek
work Saturday Evening Post.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

A rose in the hand is worth a whole
wreath on the coffin National Maya
zine.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

A train collision In tunnel In New
York city, yesterday, resulted in the
injury of over 80 persons.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

To CURE A GOLDEN ONE DAY
Take Lsx ative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
druggists refund the money II II fails to cure
T.. W. Groves signature is on each box. 25c
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about more profitable business than
engaging In such struggle Tor faction
al supremacy.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

Isaac W. Dyer, Esq, of Portland has
been re-appoinied as District Attorney
for Maine.
The Somerset reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1868-1909, 1902-01-09

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The Somerset Reporter
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This signature is on every box Of the genuine
Laxative BrOmO.Quinine Tablets
the remedy that cares n cold I'm one day
The oasis., 1902-08-09
q Cure for Cholera Infantum.

"Last May" says Mrs. Curtis Baker, of Bookwalter, Ohio, "an infant child of our neighbours was suffering from cholera infantum. The doctor had given up all hopes of recovery. took bottle of Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhpa Remedy to the house telling them felt sure it would do good if used according to direc- tions. In two days time the child had fully recovered, and is now (nearly year since) a vigorous, healthy girl. have recommended this remedy frequently, and have never known it to fail in any single instance" For sale by l.. w. Mix X Co.
The oasis., 1902-08-09

line of railroad. They are now at work on Blue river, about forty miles north of Clifton. This looks much as if something would be moving in this direction soon. Let the good work go on.
 Clifton Era. The new diamond drilling outfit for the Clifton Con solidated company has arrived and will soon be in working order. It is the intention of Manager Dun ham to cable his power to all parts of the company's property for the operation of the drill, which will locate the ore bodies, this saving much time and expense over the old and slower method of exploit ing by tunnels and drifts. Mr. Dunham was the first man to use electric drills for development work in this section, which have been operating successfully for the past year or more.
The oasis., 1902-08-09
Joseph de Luslgnan, Mechanical Engineer and
 Practical Yillwright.

With a reco, q of eighteen quartz mills and conc. atrators erected in the state of Sonora in the past fourteen years. ADDRESS, Nogales, Ariz.. care of TBE OASIS.
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MINING NEWS.

has again resumed operations with good force of men. They intend to increase their force as soon as more miners can be secured. It IS also rumored that the Mammoth x Republic will start in few days. If this proves true Johnson will be one of the liveliest camps in these parts before many weeks rolled by.
 Jerome Reporter: Good reports come from the property of the Sen ate Gold Mining Company, which is a west extension of the Congress mine. At depth of 300 feet strong ledge of ore, similar to that of the Congress, is exposed. A com pany of eastern capitalists, with ample means to handle such a property, is developing the Senate. T. J. Corrigan is interested in the mine.
 Prescott Prospect: Col. H. A. Owen has bonded group of gold mines in the southern part of the county, on which he will set force of men to work during the coming week. From present indications they are the prettiest little free gold propositions outside of Lynx creek. Some of the ore at depth of ten feet is of phenomenal riches AL most too rich to talk about-for fear of being laughed at.
 Mohave Miner: Several tons of ore from the Altata mine were worked at the Vulcan shelter at Chloride last week and netted the owner about $35 per ton. This ore was picked up on the dump, from which good ore has been assorted and shipped to the Colorado smell ters. Now that it is demonstrated that the ore can be worked at home at a profit, force of men will be put on and considerable ore taken out. The mine has a big body of high grade ore in sight.
 Jerome Reporter: It is reported that the Octave company has struck a body of extremely iich ore at the 900 foot level of their mine. The ore is said to go as high as $20O per ton and the ore body is five feet wide, though it is probable that the entire width of the body does not give the above values. The com pany has another shaft on its prop erty 1 100 feet deep, at which depth there is an ore body eight feet in width, which goes $26 per ton in gold. A superabundance of water has been struck in the latter shaft.
 Prescott Prospect: J. T. Arnold, who has contracted to drive 50O- foot tunnel on the Massachusetts mine at Placeritas, for John Hise, came up to Prescott on Wednesday and gives good reports of the prop erty He has driven the tunnel 295 feet, and has just struck pay rock of the most encouraging kind. The news does not surprise anyone who is acquainted with the prop erty or the district. All kinds of good news will be heard from Pla- ceritas before the world comes to an end.
 St. Johns Ships: A large body of fine coking coal has been discov- cred between the San Juan river and Fort Defiance. This deposit together with the Durango beds will furnish enough coke for all the mines in this country for the next fifty years. A force of surveyors is