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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05
A RecognIreA rrnit

"Her little boy has such manly
way about him."
Eyes; 1 noticed when I was there
the other day that he found fault
with what they had to eat."-Phila-
delphia Bulletin.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05

Small Brother-He's waitin' in the
parlor, sis. 1 peeked in an asked
him if he was your beau.
Big Sister-You horrid boy! What
did he say?
Small Brother-Said he guessed he
must be-you had been stringin' him
long enough.-Detroit Free Press.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05
How She COT Them

Patience-What lot of rings she
wears!
Patrice-Yes; they are wedding
rings.
"Why, didn't know she'd been mar
ried."
''She hasn't; her father is pawn
broker. "-Yonkers Statesman.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05
Curld,. row.

when Marinda smiles. I've come to know
BY the curve OF her lips-such a little
thing
Cupid Is getting string on his bow.
And Marinda is getting her beau on q
string.
Smart Set
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05
Eloquent Graveyard Poetry.

A peculiar epitaph is engraved on
monument in Sleepy Hollow cemetery,
Tarrytown, n. Y 1t reads thus: 'eHere
lies the body Of little Jane, who ran
out slyly and Played in the rain; she
caught the measles and it struck in
side, and in less than four short weeks
abe died"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05

He'd formed the purpose dire
A suicide to be.
His pistol. though, missed fire
And, therefore, so did he.
-Philadelphia Press.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05

Mrs. Grumtler-To-day is the an
niversary of our wedding day.
Mr.. Grumbler-Welb you needn't
remind me of it if it is.-Detroit
Free Press.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05

Miss Quizzer-Why is It that so
many of your funny pictures are
about tramps, Mr.. Palette?
Palette-Oh, that's because it's easy
to make bum jokesl--Chicago Daily
News
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05
Well Named

Patience-Why did they call that
parlor entertainment a piano recital?
Patrice-Why, didn't you hear all
the people talking during the play
ing?-Yonkers Statesman.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05

He has the chance which most men crave
To make great wealth his willing tool.
And II he does they'll call him "knave."
10 he does not. they'll call him fool"
--Washington Star.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05

81 don't think IN ever lay any more
eggs"
''Why not?"
'Ths cooks laying for me."-Brook
Ign Eagle.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05

where are you going. my pretty maidI''
I'm going a-acting. sir" she said.
Are you sure you can act2' "Of course
said she.
'All of my costumes come from Paree."
Washington Star.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1902-04-05
CEDRIC VAN RENSSELAER, DEFY.
# mot Like Other Men," Etc.

ooput0nt 1901. By Frederic Van Rensselaer, Dsy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
THE ORDER RESCINDED.
First Congregational Church Edifce
Not Listed for Taxation.

Mr.. Daniel Fraser, president of the board
of trustees of the First Congregational
Church. accompanied by the secretary of
the board, called on the District Commits
sioners this morning and informed them
that at a meeting of the trustees last even
ing it was decided to cancel all engage
ments made for the renting of the church
this season. The Commissioners were as
sured that the church would not in the flu
ture be used for any secular purposes re-
ligious exercises only being held there.
AS was stated in The Star yesterday, the
Commissioners had decided to list the prop
erty of the First Congregational Church, at
10th and G streets northwest, for taxation,
it having come to their attention that the
edifice had been engaged for entertain
ments, lectures, etc, where admission fees
would be charged. Property is exempt
from taxation in the District when used for
purely religious purposes, but when it is
used a means of gain the law provides
that 1t shall be assessed and taxed as other
business property. In view of the state
ments made by the trustees as to the fu-
ture use of the church the Commissioners
will rescind their order.
Complaint was recently made to the Com
missoners by the manager of the National
Rifles Hall. who declared certain churches
in the city were entering into unfair COM
petition with the halls for entertainments.
The Commissioners thereupon investigated
the matter, with the results as stated above
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
MISS STONE AS GUEST.
in Her Honor Given by
Mothers Club,

Miss Ellen M. Stone, the ransomed mis-
sionary, was the guest of honor at a recep-
ton held yesterday afternoon by the Moth
ers' Club of the Washington District Wo-
mans Christian Temperance Union at the
W. C. T. U. parlors, 500 9Th street north
west. Miss Stone was presented by Mrs.
w. e. De Riemer, a returned missionary
from India and at present the district
superintendent Of mothers meetings. Miss
Stone told of her experiences while a cap
tive in Bulgaria and Of the trials OF
Madame Tsilka, her companion. Madame
Tsilkas daughter, born in captivity. was
named Alenchie and at the close Of Miss
Stones address Mrs. De Riemer by action
be taken to the little girl, and Alenchie 5
name was added to the cradle roll Of the
Washington w. c. T. U. Miss Stune per-
sonally greeted all the little ones present
trict w. c. T. u, addressed the club. as
did also Mrs. Emma S. Shelton and Mrs.
Charles P. Grandfield, both officers of the
w. c. T. U. Mrs. De Riemer then spoke on
the topic, "a Baby's Shoe,' and outlined
briefly the work Of the club for he coming
winter. She stated that meetings would
be held weekly Thursday afternoons, from
2 to o'clock, in the W. C.. T. U. parlors,
and invited mothers, especially the younger
ones, to attend the sessions 1t was an
nounced that Mrs. T. A. Williams VIII con-
duct the next meeting, November Is.
A social hour followed the conclusion Of
the program. Refreshments were served
from the tastefully decorated dining rooms
by committee of ladies, consisting of Mrs.
H. S. Courson and Mrs. Hugh ]. Phillips,
assisted by Mrs. James B. Sitter Mrs F. d.
Loomis, Mrs. Judson Fousr. Miss Daisy
Wedding and others. Mrs. A. b. Storch
rendered number of piano selections.
Mrs. Don P. Blaine of the w. c. T. u.
and Mrs. B. L. Nevius or behalf of the
''Y'' branch, received the guests. The rooms
were decorated exclusively with chrysan-
themums of the various shades.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
FUNERAL OF GEORGE G. VEST, JR.
Services Tomorrow at the Residence Of
His Father

Mrs. George Pugh Vest, widow of George
G. Vest, jr., the son of Senator Vest, who
died suddenly yesterday morning at the
Columbia Hotel, on Pennsylvania avenue,
as published in The Star, arrived in this
city yesterday afternoon about 4 o'clock
from Harrisonville, Nd. where she had
been visiting relatives. Mrs. Vest is at the
home Of Senator Vest, /and is FRUSTRATED
with grief. She brought with her their
youngest child, only a year old.
Arrangements have been made to have
the funeral services held at the home OF
Senator Vest, 1904 P street northwest, to-
morrow morning at IL o'clock. Rev. DR..
A. W. PitZer, pastor Of the Central Pres
byterlan Church, of which the deceased was
a member, will officiate. 1t has not been
decided as yet whether the body will be
placed in the ground here or be taken west
for its final resting place.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
NATIONAL RIFLES VETERANS.
Election of Permanent Officers
Adoption of Constitution and Bylaws


The Society of National Rifles Veterans
held meeting at the armory last evening
at which a permanent organization was
| effected and a constitution and bylaws
adopted for the future government of the
society. In addition to the seventy or more
veterans elected to membership at the
previous meeting Of the society, the follow
ing applicants were on ballot added to the
roster last night: Albert C. Floyd, George
w. Taylor, Edmond K. Fox, Thomas f.
Holden, WI H. Ronsaville, Christian Alb
ner Cologne, Germany, Harry L. Arnold
(Kansas City, MOI, Frank NJ. Barnes,
Charles G. B. Conger, James H. Clear,
James c. Fox portland, Me), Charles B.
Fonda, F. c. Getzendanner, Lewis Holmes,
Lee B. Mosher, Arle w. Starck (Vinda,
Ark, DR.. Chas. A Stewart. George Nc
Kinley Williamson, Will H. Way.
After the adoption of the constitution and
bylaws the society proceeded to the cleo
ton of officers, with the following result:
President. Col. ]. o. P. Burnside; vice
tary, Lieut.. George w. Evans; treasurer,
Sergeant Henry K. Simpson; board of man
agement of fifteen members, j. o. p. Burn
side, James F. Oyster, George w. Evans,
Joseph o. Manson, Henry K. Simpson, Fred
M. Thornett, VIM. c. Keech, Edward p.
Harrington, Glendie B. Young, Edward M.
Shirley, Edwin B. Hay, j. Henry Small, jr.,
Joseph S. Harris, Willis B. Magruder and
Lee b. Mosher.
A resolution was adopted extending a cor
dial invitation to all members of the Ma
tionaI Rifles from 1859 to 1902 to join the
Veteran Society. The subject of providing
! suitable forms of entertainments for the
! nasmbers of the society was thoroughly dis
| cussed, and the matter was referred to the
| board % management for its action. 1t was
further decided that the society shall hold
an annual lNeeting for the election of Off
GERS and trahAS ction of business, and that
the board of management shall hold meet
ings quarterly; $50 that the board is in
vested with authority to do all and every
thing for the propec government and bet
terment of the sociesy, including the cleo
ton to membership therein Of all appi-
cants.
The meeting adjourned 1lbject to the call
Of the president.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
MUST PAY REGULAR TAX.
Slot Machines for Sale Of Cigars In
volve Assessments.

The Commissioners have approved an
opinion of Corporation Counsel Duvall in
which he holds that places where cigar
vending slot machines are located must pay
the tax of s12 imposed on regular cigar
dealers. Throughout the District are auto
matte slot machines. by means of which
cigars are vended. A number of these ma
chimes are owned by persons or firms who
secure the privilege of locating them in
stores and other places by allowing per-
centage on sales. Complaint was made by
licensed cigar dealers that the failure to
license these machines was an injustice to
them. Mr.. Darneille, the District assessor,
requested the Commissioners to direct the
corporation counsel to render an opinion as
to the liability of machines vending cigars,
with the result stated above.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
class Of vehicles should be examined as to

class Of vehicles should be examined as to
their qualifications.
The matter came to the attention Of the
District board through the police depart
ment. Lieutenant Amiss of the first police
precinct reported to Major Sylvester the ar
rest a few days ago of a colored boy VINO
was endeavoring to operate an automobile
on Pennsylvania avenue between 18th ana
18th streets. The officer says he was evil
IDENTIFY not familiar with the machine by the
way he handled ii, and caused considerable
excitement on the thoroughfare. He was
charged with operating an automobile with
out license, but when the case was taken
to the Police Court nolle pros was entered
by the prosecuting attorney on the ground
that a license was not necessary to operate
vehicle propelled by means of gas gen.
Grated from gasoline, as the law relates
only to steam motors
In forwarding a statement of this case TO
Commissioner West Major Sylvester. the
chief of police, said:
THE police have instructions to see that
all persons operating vehicles propelled by
steam power have a license therefor. but in
a case of this kind, where the operating
machinery seems to be intricate, the ques-
ton of regulation has been brought to my
attention. l have the honor to ask that
some definite instructions be given the police
with relation to the requirements of opera
tors of this character of machine, as 1t ap-
pears they should be equally as well
equipped as those who are now required to
obtain licenses steam engineers"
Commissioner West recommended that the
papers be referred to the engineer depart
ment for investigation and report as to
whether it is possible and practicable to ex-
anime persons who operate autom obiles pro-
PEELED otherwise than by steam. Mr.. West
concurs in the suggestion of Major Sylves-
ter that these operators should be as well
equipped as those who are now required to
obtain licenses as steam engineers.
The papers are now before Colonel Bddle
the Engineer Commissioner and no will
der the necessary investigation by the prop
er authorities of the engineer department.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07

known in social circles In that city. TIE
funeral arrangements have not a. yet been
completed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
Death Of Mrs. W. ". Ruff.

Word was received here last night from
Baltimore announcing the death in that
city about Z o'clock last evening Of Mrs.
William H. Ruff, wife of the warrant clerk
Of the Police Court in this city. rhe fatal
disease was typhoid fever, and death re-
suited after an illness of about ten days.
Mrs. Ruff had spent the summer at
Charlestown, w. Va, and was taken sick
while there about two weeks ago, necessi-
tating her removal to the residence of her
parents in Baltimore, where she died last
night. Mrs. Ruff was formerly Miss Par
ker Ramsey Of Baltimore, and was well
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
Preparing for the Hulrs Trial.

The torpedo boat destroyer Hull is lying
in the Patuxent river. preparing for her
trials over the government speed trial
course off Baum Island in Chesapeake bay.
which are to take place. 1t is stated, next
week. The Hull has been at Baltimore
for several days having the bottom scraped
and painted in preparation for her trials.
She is under the contract for her building
to make a speed OF twenty-nine knots an
hour.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
TO BE MADE UNIFORM.
Law Relating to License for Automo-
bile Operators

The District Commissioners have taken
steps to inquire into the advisability of ex-
aiming and licensing all operators of auto
mobiles in the District of Columbia At
present a license is required only for those
who operate steam vehicles. There are
many intricate gasoline motors now in use,
and 1t is the opinion OF the Commissioners
that. II practicable the operators Of this
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
Mr.. aalt's Yacht Attracts Attention

The pretty little yawl-rigged power yacht
which Mr.. Ralph l.. Gait of this city re-
Gently purchased, and which came into
port In charge of Captain George E. Bag
gott Wednesday afternoon. is attracting
much attention from the owners of pleas
ure craft here. and favorable comments are
made on her tidy appearance. She will be
used by her owner for pleasure cruises on
the river and will be a great addition TO
the local fleet. Mr.. J. W. Cooksey will
have charge of the engines of the new boat
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
MARRIED.

BENJAMlN-RI1'KS. On November &, 1907
MARY JOSEPHINE BENJAMIN TO CHARLES
r RlECkS, by the Rev Geo Maydwen.
WlLSON-ANDERSON. At Roseland Va on No
vember 8. 1882. SHERWOOD WILSON TO
ELIZABETH ANDERSON, daughter OF Mrs.
Charles kimbrough Anderson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07
BORN.

CONNER, To Mr.. and Mrs. William w Conner on
Thursday, November &, 1902, u son. WILTON
WALLACE CONNER
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-07

colored man named Joseph Plummer
who Is a guest of the Central Union Mis-
sion, fell on the street last night and cut
his head. He was taken to the Emergency
Hospital, where his injury was dressed.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
Democratic Tickets.

The Democrats of Pierce and St.
Croix counties held conventions last
Saturday to nominate county Off
GERS and member Of assembly
the former at Ellsworth and the lat
ter at Hammond. These are the
nominees for Pierce county: Assem-
b1y-G. T. Heslin, Maiden Rock;
county c1erk-F. C. Murray, Pres
colt; treasurer-Wm. Bridewitz,
Plum City; sheriff.. N. Curry, Is
abe11e; clerk of the court-Frank
Howe, River Falls; Coroner. w.
Cornelison, Trimbelle; district attor-
ney-J. E. Foley, Ellsworth; sur
veyor-M. C. Nelson, Diamond
Bluff; superintendent of schools
James Goldsworthy, Prescott.
The Democrats of ST. Croix coun-
ty put the following ticket in nomi-
nation: Assembly-Herman Hebink,
Baldwin; sheriff Harold Harris,
Baldwin; treasurer-W. A. Eg1off,
Hudson; county clerk-Thomas
Thoreson, Rush River; clerk of the
court-Alex Campbell, Hammond;
district attorney-A. ]. Kinney,
Hudson. They made no nominal
tions for coroner, surveyor or su-
perintendent of schools.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
Northwestern Homestead Locating
Company.

George A. Snyder, representing
the Northwestern Homestead Lo-
eating Company of St. Paul, Min
neapolis and Duluth, was in the
city yesterday in the interest of the
Company. He left in the afternoon
TO pilot company of land seekers
from here to northwest Minnesota.
In the company going from here
yesterday were A. P. Forsyth, ]. Ed
Johnson, Percy ApRoberts, N. c.
Nelson and DR.. A. T. Thorson. A
larger party will be made up to go
from here on the same quest next
week, under the direction of this
Homestead Locating company.
This company is strong organi-
cation with excellent facilities for
locating land seekers on govern
ment lands. 1t has large number
of experts constantly employed to
locate government land, investigate
it's quality and estimate the amount
and value of timber on wooded
lands.
1t is possible now to make two
kinds of entries upon inappropriate
ed government land. Land may be
taken under the homestead act,
which requires actual residence of
the homesteader. After a resi-
dence of fourteen months the home
steader may prove up" if he
wishes to do so. Then he gets a
patent to the land by paying $1.25
an acre. Or he may reside on the
land five years and get title by
paying simply the registry fees.
Under this act citizen of the Unit
ed States may secure 100 acres of
land Another method of obtain
ing 100 acres of government land
no more, and this may be in addi-
ton to the homestead-is to apply
under what is called The Timber
and Stone Act" Under this law a
citizen may file a claim and secure
a quarter section in a body by pay
| ing cash at the rate of So. so an acre.
This land must be valuable chiefly
for timber Cor stone) and unfit for
cultivation if the timber were re-
moved. This kind of land is being
rapidly snapped up. If there are
those who may be interested in
this project of obtaining govern
ment land under the advice and di-
rection of the Homestead Locating
Company and who might wish to
be in the company to go out on the
expedition next week they may learn
further particulars by enquiring Of
| F. M. White.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
@SG@0SH GO

Our mems $1,000 Suits and Overcoats have be
come so well-known that it is needless to tell you
of their merits. We wish to state, however, that
our new fall styles are here and will be pleased
to show them to you. Look them over before
buying. We have the new Derby Sack Suit-a
nobby style for young men.
good, all-wool, serge lined overcoat of Ok
ford gray Vicuna cloth, as inches long, cut in the
latest style and well-tailored- such as you would
expect to pay SIS for--Our price $1,000.
Swell, 52-in. Coat, Picadilla style, 8 1890.
If you are particular about the fit of your
trousers, try pair of the celebrated Brand Bros
pants. Prices, $2.O8, $3.50, S5 90.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
BELDENVlLLE,

Mr.. Junkman has moved from
Ellsworth to this place.
Mr.. Bataloo has moved into the
Hicks house.
Mrs. Smith has returned to her
home in Minneapolis.
Geo. Drake and wife of Mime
apolis visited at Jas, brakes last
week.
Mrs. Chas. Smith and Mrs. Brim-
mer have returned from Anoka.
Alvan Stuart and brother are SELL
ing candy and cigars at their barber
shop.
Mrs. M. M. Walters visited in
Ellsworth this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Reynolds of Fargo
visited their daughter last Sunday.
There is large amount Of ship-
ping from this place at the present
time.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
(First publication Sept, 18, 1929
NOTiCE or FINAL SETTLEMENT.
CTATE OF WISCONSIN, County Cou

CTATE OF WISCONSIN. County Court fol
y Pierce County, In Probate
Notice is hereby given that at special tern
of the County Court to be held in and for said
county, at the County Court room in the village
of Ellsworth in said county on the third Tuesday
(being the 21st day. OF october, A. D. iyO2, at y
and conSidered:
The application of D. d. Proctor. administra.
tor of the estate of Lucy De Elite Blood, late Of
The CITY of River Falls in said county, deceased
for the examination and allowance of his fna
account, of his administration, and for the as
sgnment of the residue OF the estate OF Lucy
De Elite Blood deceased, to such other persons
as are by law entitled to the same.
Dated Sept. IL, 1902
BY order of the Court,
ALLEN P. WELD. County Judge.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
DRESS GOODS.

Our new fall dress goods are all here. The
last big shipment came this week. Accept an in
vitation to call and see them Remember we
carry two of the best lines in country, viz: Ar
nold Constable & Co.'S. of New York and Broad
head Worsted Mills of jamestown, n Y. Every
yard of these goods is thoroughly reliable
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02

Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Kordorsky
visited at this place Sunday.
Many people of this place attend
ed the fair at Ellsworth last week.
The rain of this week stopped
threshing for couple Of days.
John Stotka is putting down a
a.inch maple floor in his house.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
TRIMMINGS.

Our trimmings are the talk of the town. If
you are looking for anything in this line you will
be very pleasantly surprised when you see the
beautiful and extensive line we have put in.
Many of these goods were imported from Europe
less than weeks ago.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
SOUTH FORK.

Mr.. H. Cornish expects to move
into his new house in River Falls
soon.
Dogs are troubling the sheep.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02
National G.. A. r. Encampment.

WASHINGTON, D. c., OCT. Gil, 1902.
For this occasion the c. St. P. M.
& o. Ry. will sell round trip excur-
sion tickets at a rate of $500.
Tickets on sale Oct. 2, 8, 4 and 5,
final limit Nov. 8, 1902. For further
particulars call al local ticket office.
G.. w. KRAUTH.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-10-02

Come out yourself and bring your
friends along to see and hear the
famous Beggar Prince Comic Opera
Company In la Mascot" at the
Opera House Thursday evening
Oct. 9th. This Is without doubt
the best attraction that River Falls
will get this year SO don't fail toat-
tend, and get your moneys worth.
Seats on sale at Taggart's MONDAY,
Oct. 6. Is, IS and so cents.
| am selling barley direct to the
leading maltsters. All commissions
and middle-men's profits are cut off.
] am able to pay a fancy price for
fancy barley and wish to see your
samples before you sell. Please call
at the Cascade Mills, where you will
always find me at home. l am
anxious to bid on Barley, Rye, Oats,
and Buckwheat.
w. Fl. Putnam.