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The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1902-02-12
WOULDN'T SELL SON
FOR EVEN A MILLION
WaSherWOman Refuses Offer
of Wealthy Woman.
Mrs. Peck. of Chicago. Anxious 10
Adopt Child OF Poor Mrs. Car
lyle, but Mother Declined.

CHICAGO. Feb. 12-Mrs. Mary CARLYLE.
a washerwoman. living at No 1O3 Twenty
third Place, has refused 5000 for one Of
her seven children.
Leo CARLYLE a bright boy Of seven
years, won the affections OF Mrs. Walter
l. Peck and she is quoted as Offering
the money to Mrs. Carlyle il she would
give the boy TO her for adoption.
Mrs. Peck. who is wealthy, and a sis
ter-in-law Of Ferd. W. Peck. established
a free kindergarten IN Mrs. Carlvle-s
neighborhood. There Mrs Peek met Leo.
She liked the little fellow. and leading
him 20 a photograph gallery had his pic
ture taken. dressed as he was. I'm over
ais and WORKOUT shoes. Then she asked
Mrs. Carlyle's permission for Leo TO visit
her.
Little Leo Transformed
The wssherwomau consented and the
rieh Mrs Peck took the lad with her 70
her country home Two months in bor
companionship gave to little Leo an arts
tocratic appearance. His tattered shoes
were replaced by patent feathers and his
clothes were taiIor-made.
Mrs. Carlyle. when she went n b-i-s
him home, scarcely recognized him. Mrs.
Peck pleaded that he might be allowed To
remain with her indefinitely. but the
hard-working mother would not think Of
IT, She took the lad back TO the cottage
and the kindergarten.
Some months later Mrs Peek was pre-
pairing TO start away on a long journey.
She longed for the companionship Of the
boy She ordered her carriage and drove
TO the Washerwoman's cottage
Wouldn't for a Million.
Mrs Carlyle. she said. won are
poor; I am rich. You have many chi:-
dren; have none. Permit me 10 adopt
Leo and l viii pay you $1,000"
No, Mrs. Peck, I cannot do It.
wouldn't part with him for q million"
Mrs Peck started on a trip to Mexico.
where she now is Since then many
bundles Of good things have come for
Leo.
Yes. I have had many offers to put
my children out in wealthy families. "
said Mrs Carlyle. Mrs. Peck would
have given almost any sum OF money TO
have taken Leo, but I could never think
Of having the children separated like
that It is hard struggle for us to get
along, but I feel that were happier when
we're all together"
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1902-02-12

Six years ago my leg from the knee
to tbs foot was one sclid sore and
very offensive. I spent over 1000
on two trips to Hot Springs. Local
physicians treated me to no purpose.
had about come &c the conclusion
to have my leg amputatsd when q
friend induced me to try s. 5. 5. I
began 20 take your medicine, and
in seven months IL compl etely
cured me. I consider S. S. s the
Erandsst medicine the world has
ever known ny case is a witness
today as to what S. S. s. viii do
when taken regularly I have gain
ed 20 pounds I write this 70 show
the company my appreciation Of
their wonderful medicine, and am
ready 20 write a letter at any time
70 any one wishing further infor-
nation.
J. B. TALBERT, Winona, Miss.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
A GIIIffOnOu Row.

A merchant died at Ispahan in the
earlier part of last century who had
for many years denied himself and his
son every support except crust OF
coarse bread. On certain occasion
he was overtempted to buy piece of
cheese; but. reproaching himself with
extravaganza, he put the cheese into
q bottle and contented himself and
obliged the boy to do the same, with
rubbing the crust against the bottle,
enjoying the cheese in Imagination.
One day, returning home later than
usual, the merchant found his son eat
ing his crust. which he constantly rub
bed against the door.
"What are you about, you fool?" was
his exclamation. at is dinner time,
father You have the key; 50, as !
could not open the door, was rub
bling my bread against it, as | could
not get to the bottle" Cannot you 90
without cheese one day, you luxurious
little rascal? You'll never be rich"
And the angry miser kicked the poor
boy for not having been able to deny
himself the ideal qualification.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Ancient Lightning Pods.

The ancientS did not have lightning
rods constructed as ours are, but they
had lightning conductors, which shows
that they knew how to protect them
selves from the danger that lies in a
thunderstorm. Even so long ago as
the tenth century lightning was divert
ed from fields by planting In them
long sticks or poles, on top Of which
were lance heads. 1t is said that the
Celtic soldiers used to try to make
themselves safe from the stroke dur
ing storm by lying on the ground
with their naked swords planted point
upward beside them.
There was long ago on the shore of
the Adriatic sea Il stronghold known
rs DUNE castle, on the highest tower
of which there was an iron rod that
was used as means Of telling when q
storm was approaching in summer. A
rciGier was always stationed near the
rod when the sea had q threatening
look, and 1t was his duty to frequently
put the iron point Of his javeln close
to the rod, watching for the spark that
would tell him it was time to warn the
fishermen by ringing big bell.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

It sr"-s incr, !it;c. In. q neyefthe-
less a fact, that as iate as the year
1914 an old woman named Bessie Mil
lie Of Pomona, in the Orkney islands,
sold favorable winds to seamen at the
small price of slxpencc a vessel. For
many years witches were supposed to
sell the wind The Finlanders and Lap
landers made quite trade by selling
winds. The old woman, after being
well paid by the credulous sailors,
used to knit three magical knots. The
buyer was told he would have a good
gale when he united the first knot, the
second knot would bring strong
wind and the third severe tempest
Irish Times.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
LacemakinE by Hand.

Making lace by hand is a we'll de-
veloped art in Paraguay. 1t was taught
the natives 200 years ago by the mis-
siOnaries and has been transmitted
from generation to generation till 1t Is
now quite general throughout the re-
public. Some towns are devoted to
making a certain kind of lace. In one
town of 5000 or 5000 inhabitants al
most all the women and children and
many Of the men make lace cOllarettes,
handkerchiefs and ladies' ties. An
other town makes lace embroidery and
others drawn thread work, such as
centerpieces. try mates. teacloths and
doilies. The designs used in making
the lace are taken from the curious
webs of the semitrOpical spiders that
are so numerous there. On this ac-
count it is called "nanduti." an Indian
name which means spider web.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Laug6 and Live.

Prince Jerome Napoleon was fond of
telling the story of his scheme during
the Crimean war by which he kept up
the spirits Of his men. The French
army was losing daily large numbers
OF men through the ravages Of the
cholera. Marshal Canrobert sent the
order to Prince Jerome that he should
move his division to Varna. Jerome Is
sued marching orders and added: "Seek
out In every regiment all the actors,
comedians, clowns, conjurers and en-
tertainers. will personally arrange
a performance and present prizes to
the best entertainer" During the
whole Of the retreat these perform
ances took place for the edifcatiOn Of
the division. Prince Jerome is not
famous for any remarkable military
triumphs, but this one act must at
least be put to his credit, for 1t was
undoubtedly due to this method Of
cheering up his men that his division
could boast a death roll at least three
times as small as that of any other.
These performances were the forerun-
ner of the now famous Zouave theater
in the Crimea.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Kind Words Mean Much,

Cultivate kindness of heart, think
well of your fellow men, look with
charity upon the shortcomings in their
lives. Do a good turn for them as
opportunity offers, and, finally, don't
forget the kind word at the right
time. How much a word of kindness,
encouragement or appreciation means
to others sometimes and how little it
costs us to give it,
We do not need to wait for some
special occasion. When calamity over
takes a friend, words of sympathy and
encouragement are offered sincerely
enough, yet in certain respects, as
matter of course. Such an occasion
calls for expression on our part, and
we naturally respond. But why wait
for occasion? Why not speak the kind
word when there Is no special occa-
sion ?-Philadelphia Ledger.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
COLLISION WITH A COMET.
What Such a Catastrophe WouIl
Mean For the Earth.

What Such a Catastrophe WouIl
Mean For the Earth.
Although 1t Is exceedingly improba-
BILE that the earth may be destroyed by
collision with comet or some huge
meteor, still The fact that such con-
tingency Is possible Is sufficient ground
for discussion on the subject and for
Imagining what the result might be,
says the Woman's Home Companion.
The earth is moving around the sun
at velocity of eighteen miles a sec
ond, while the sun, with all its attend
ant planets, is being hurried on toward
the great fiery constellation of Hercu-
les at far greater velocity The very
fact that small meteors exist proves
the possibility Of the existence in space
Of meteOrs Of inconceivabIe magnitude.
Even great black dead worlds may lie
in our path, like breakers I'm the path Of
a ship. Fifty miles second is not an
unusual velocity for heavenly bodies,
and some are known to move at a
speed even In excess of hundred
miles Il second, five hundred times the
speed Of rifle ball. Small met ortes,
which reach the earth at a vel.c city Of
from twenty to thirty miles Il second,
are instantly consumed by the friction
generated with the atmosphere. Large
meteorS, however occasionally reach
the earth. escaping destruction from
their size. but are found to have their
surfaces fused from heat generated by
the passage through the atmosphere.
Although it is not probable, still it is
possible, that the earth may some time
encounter such shower of small me-
teors, perhaps in the form of a comet,
that the heat of combustion from fric-
ton with our atmosphere and the pol |
sonOuS gases thereby generated might |
destroy all terrestrial life
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Brain Food Nonsense.

Another ridiculous food fad has been
branded by the most competent authori-
tee. They have dispelled the silly no
ton that one kind of food is needed for
brain another for muscles and still an
other for bones. A correct diet will not
only nosrish a particular part of the body
but it will sustain every other pant. Yet,
however good your food may be, its nutri-
ment is destroyed by indigestion or dys-
pepsia. You must prepare for their ap-
pearance or prevent their coming by tax
ing regular doses of Green August Flower
the favorite medicine Of the healthy mil
lions. A few doses aids digestion, stimu-
Iates the liver to healthy action, purifes
the blood, and makes you feel buoyant
and vigorous. You can get this reliable
remedy at B. II. Gorrell's Drug Store,
Lexington, Va. Get Green's Special AL.
Fnanac.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Sensible to the Inst.

A good story is told of late Dublin
doctor famous for his skill and also his
great love of money. He had a con-
slant and enriching patient in an old
shopkeeper. This old lady was terribly
rheumatic and unable to leave her
sofa. During the doctors visits she
kept d ON pound note in her hand
which daily went into DR.. C.'s pocket
One morning he found her lying dead
on the sofa. Signing deeply, the doctor
approached, and, taking her hand in
his, he saw the fingers closed on his
fee
Poor thing he said as he pocketed
1t! Sensible to the last!"
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Rrave Men.

Persians in general are not supposed
to be the bravest people in the world,
but even In Persia the inhabitants of
Kashan, a mercantile city, are notOri-
GUS for their lack of a warlike spirit.
Their pusillanimity has passed into
prOverb and given rise to many stories.
One Of the best Of these is that when
Nadir Shah disbanded his army on its
return from India the 10000 men be-
longing to Kashan and its sister city
Of Ispahan applied for an escort Of 100
musketeers to see them safely home.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

We are accustomed to regard sand as
utterly barren, but the plants native to
the coast sands of Prussia have been
enumerated by naturalists, whose esti-
mates vary from III to 234 varieties.
OF these one of e. most available is
the Arundo arenaria marram), which
thrives only in sand and in the salt air
of the beach. This in time serves to
prepare the soil for larger plants.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
When the KeYs Ratified.

'Ha, har laughed the white key.
"YOu are fearfully sharp today"
"Well." retorted the accused one,
'Pd rather be y sharp than 'B fat"
Good gracious" shrleked the string,
keep still. I'm highly strung. and my
pedal eXtrciDtics are affected. | know
l shall break in pieces"
$50 | note" murmnrcd the bass.
I'm cleft in twain" moaned the staff.
MY trouble is trebled since young
hopeful began to play" said the book
for beginners
Its al right while he is only A mi
nor but wait until he begins to be "a
major "
And they all started to have good
time with the metronome - New
York Times
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Their Teeth Betrny Them.

"There is only one feature Of an ac-
tor which will give him away when
disguised in perfect makeup" re-
marked young actor, land that fea-
ture is the teeth. Let man do what
he will to his face, let him cover it
with all kinds Of paint, beard, whisk-
ers and what not, but the teeth will
disclose his indubitable indentity d.
rectly he opens his mouth to speak a
line or to emit a laugh.
II myself, when sitting in the front
Of house watching other peoples per-
formances, have frequently been puz-
zling myself as to tho identity of a
cleverly made up player, but no sooner
has the said player disclosed his Two
ries' than l have at once spotted him,
provided, of course, he has CHANGED to
be q man whose face / know moder-
ately well. Strangely enough, hardly
any one is aware of this curious truth,
but it remains an undeniable fact all
the same"
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
A FAITHLESS LAWYER.
accepted Il HctaiG.ny Zee and IAcu
Played His Client False.

accepted Il Ec,aiG.ng Zee and GAcu
| Played His Client False.
A lawyer tells how he once played a
client false. Il shall have to make q
lawyer out Of that boy of mine. l
don't see any other way out of it," de-
clared the well known attorney, with a
laugh. "He came into my Office on his
way home from school and laid a nick
ell down on the desk before me- What
Us this for, son? | asked Retainer he
answered soberly. Very WELL said |,
entering into the joke. What have l
been retained upon? My boy dug down
into his pocket and produced note
from his teacher and placed it before
me without comment. 1t was to the
effect that he had been cutting up and
you adviser asked he in buSineSslike
voice after | had read the note and
saw the trap that young rascal led me
into i think that our first move should
be to apply for a change of venue
said l. Very WE'LL he answered.
You're handling the case Then we
will turn the note over to your mother
said l. saw the young inlp's face fall
at this but he braced up and said,
See here, pop, you're bound to see me
through on this, cause you've accepted
my retainer. you know! I'll argue
your case before the court answered,
but you'll have to accept the decision.
l would not dare to attempt TO infu-
ence the court Well. | pleaded the
boys case promptly had ii thrown out
of court, and the boy got what he de-
served, good whipping. 1t was the
first time | ever played false to
client. "-Detroit Free Press.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
His Sympathies Too Strong.

you might think" said Meandering
Nike, dat | don't know how to work.
II yoI do, lady, dat's a mistake. I'm
. wonderful handy man at lot O.
things
Then why don't you get employ
mentY
ITS me principles dat keeps me
rom followin' me industrious inclina-
Tons. Every time dere's a strike de-
clared | goes Oh sympathetic strike
10 help along de cause. An dere's
strike somewhere or another purity near
al de time."-Washington Star.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
No Consolation For Cracked China.

How many housekeepers there are
that can sympathize with the old Vir-
ginia lady who said to her friend on
Ending treasured old cup cracked by
careless maid, 81 know Of nothing to
compare with the afiliction of losing
handsome piece of old china" Sure
ly," said the friend, sit is not so bad
as losing ones children" eyes, it is,
for when your children die you do
have the consolation of religion, you
know"
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
A Quiet Place.

There are queer hooks and corners
in England yet.
\ country parson went to preach in
iii old remote parish one Sunday.
The aged sexton, in taking him to the
place, insinuatingly said:
Il hope yer rly-rence won't mind
preachin' from the chancel. Ye see, this
IS a quiet place, and I've got a duck
sittin' ON fourteen eggs in the pulpit"
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Az She Viewed IL,

Mrs. Dimpleton-Wh don't you get
your life insured?
Dimpleton - What's the use? I'm
well enough. and I'll probably outlive
you.
Mrs. Dimpleton - Well, you always
did look on the dark side.-Washlngto
Times.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
ImffnfOrs.

Little Ethel-Mamma, Mrs. Next
doors children are playin' house in
their garden. Mayn't we play house
In ours?
Mamma-Certainly.
Little Ethel-That'll be lovely. Then
we can quarrel over the back fence
Just like real neighbors
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
CNinc With Her.

"Your husband" said the talkative
man, has such gentle disposition. He
inherited it from his mother, sup
pose|'
mo" replied Mrs Henpeck signifi-
cantly. Il think may safely say that
was part of my dowry. Philadelphia
Press.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
His Course Clear.

"Say," whispered the conductor to
the motorman, that fat slob with the
jag says If want his nickel III have
to whip him to get it. What'll do?"
"None but the brave deserve the
fare" replied that worthy as he put
q dog.-HoustOn Post
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
"Think SOL" renlied his wife.
Scheme Tint Failed.

Tom Geasingly)-Would you be sorry
to hear that l am going to marry
Edyth?
Mayme-Indeed should.
Tom-Why?
Mayme-Because really like Edyth.
Chicago News.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
| Will Offer at Private Sale
THE FOLLOWING
Rea1Estate

18th. 214 acres near Oak Dale. Good
buildings. Fine saw timber A No l
bearing orchard OF apples and peaches.
In one Of the best agricultural sections Of
Rock bridge. Price 80, 900, one half cash
The splendid home of the late William
A. Ruff near Lexington, Va, Is for sale.
| will offer at private sale this very
desirable property, containing about 13
acres, situated near the corporate limits
of the town and within 10 minutes walk to
the Washington and Lee University and
V. NJ. |. 1t has dwelling house in good
condition with 3rooms including dining
room and kitchen, with nice porches,
beautiful and attractive yard adorned
with shade trees and shrubbery, has an
orchard Of probably 80 large apple
trees, bearing, and OF the best variety of
fruit. Has stable for hores and stable
for cows, granary corn crib, ice house,
slaughter house, chicken house, etc. Has
cattle scales that can be bought separately
II desired, has nice stream Of water run
ming through the pasture lot and two
springs of water on the premises. Price
Terms: one third cash, |
balance in one, two and three years, with |!
interest from day of sale.
Parties desiring to purchase this
will call and examine 1t at once.
1t will be sold to close up the Estate.
Correspondence solicited.
JAMES G. DIXON,
Apr 10 1902 Real Estate Agent
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Harmless, Speedy, Sure

Mrs. D. Hawkins, Middletown, Ind.
writes
CATER our child was given up to die
from agonizing pains, we were advised to
use Victor Infants Relief. We did so
and in two weeks our frail. deathly sick
baby looked like another child-was cheer
full and growing fat and strong.
Mrs. J. f. Creeger, Tomstown, Pa, says:
During housekeeping experience of
20 years we have found nothing SO effect
i've pom all the Is of babyhood as Vic
tor Infants Relief. 1t gives parents and
baby rest, sleep, priceless health, and
saves Doctor fees"
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Her Observation.

do you believe that monkeys can
talk like human beingsT'
NO" answered Miss Cayenne, "but
/ have known human beings who could
chatter like monkeys" - Washington
Star
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

Professor. want to ask you q ques.
ton, If you please"
Certainly. Let me hear it,
81 want to ask you If your expert
ence leads to the belief that a person
who eats Welsh rabbit should sleep
on a hare mattressT-Cleveland Plain
Dealer.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

There are two sides to every ques-
ton, and it's surprising how much
there is to the other side when you
hear it fairly presented. - Atchison
Globe.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Easy Descent.

3 Smith--Poor fellow. he has q hard
time getting along. hasn't he?
BrGwn-lIe did for awhile but since
he started down hill he finds it compar-
atively easy.-Chicago News.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

Lanan-Ive got new conundrum.
Do you know why l am like a mule
with Il sore head?
Grofat-NO; | know you are, but 1
don't know why you are. - Chicago
Tribune.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

"TOI TWO ytHrs
I suffered from very obstinate case of dyspep-
sia" writes r. E. Secord, ESQ, Of 1, Eastern
Ave, Toronto. Ontario. III tried great num-
Der Of remedies without success I finally lost
faith in them all. was so far gone that could
time; felt melancholy and depressed Could not
sleep or follow my occupation (tinsmth) Some
four months ago friend recommended your
Golden Medical Discovery Aher a weeks
continued the medicine. have taken three
bottles and am convinced II has In my case &C
eomplshed permanent cure. I can conseisn-
tieusly recommend 1t to the thousands of dys-
psptics throughout the iandn
Accept no substitute for &C Golden Med
ical Discovery." There is nothing ujust
IS good" for diseases of the stomach,
blood and lungs.
DR.. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets stimulate
the liver
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24
Spilled MIX,

De COW kick de milk over kase she
amt got no sense en- folks stan roun'
Ell cry bout it kase dey in de same fix
ez de cow.-Atlanta Constitution.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

The muscles of q birds wing are
twenty times more powerful, proper
tlonately speaking. than those Of q
mans arm.
Lexington gazette. [volume] (Lexington, Va.) 1871-1962, 1902-12-24

What was probably the first public
library in the United States was start
ed in Charleston. s. c.. in 1749.