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Lear's Nonsense Book.

YOUNG FOLKS BOOK NOTES.
The great John Ruskin placed Edmund
Lear and his nonsense books at the head Of
a list of one hundred authors he liked best
saying there was no other to whom for
his idle self, he was half SO grateful
When this charming artist and author died
at San Reno, Italy, a great wave of sor-
row went over the land because one who
made life brighter for old and young had
passed away.
He was the youngest of twenty-one chill
dren, and began painting birds on card
board at very early age One day the
Earl of Derby saw him drawing the por-
trait of a bird in one of the public gar
dens, and asked him to come and draw his
birds. There he made his first book Of
rhymes and drawings, whose way through
the world might be tracked. by the sunlight
that followed it. and the pearls of merry
laughter that met and sped it on its way.
Grown as Well as little children love those
who have given them good laughs, and so
1t came to pass that when his busy brain
ceased to weave merry stories and spin
witty rhymes for his drOu pictures, the
young wept with the old. and the old with
the young. knowing there would be less
sunshine in the world now that he was
gone.
'sThe Story Of the Four Little Children
Who Went Round the World" and 1.-THE
History OF the seven FamnleS, are too
funny for words, and make one laugh even
to think Of them. THE Owl and the Pussy
Cat" was dearly loved In the Nonsense
Book" long before IL was known in the
musical world. The New York Mendelssohn
Club, made up of members 900 Of gentle
men devoted to music. gives one concert
year for their friends. no tickets being
sold. One of the members had set the
"Cruise Of the Owl and the Pussy Cat" to
music for his children. A friend secured
the score and had 1t printed without his
knowledge. and brought It out, to his sur
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Polly.

Written for The Evening Star by Helen M.Whitne
Our Polly was a Berkshire pig
OF famous pedigree.
And ''aving been brought up by hand,
Was gentle could be-
She followed Minnie in her walks,
When TO the fields she went.
Or lay beside the pasture bars,
And grHnted with content.
But one sad day no Polly came
To get her morning meal
Though Minnie called her loud and long,
She gave no answering squeal.
And Minnie mourned her favOrlte
With many a sob and sigh,
And sadly turned her gaze away
From Polly's empty sty.
At last. one day. when springtime flowers
Were blooming on the glade.
When Wild carnations like a fame
Lit up the woodland shade;
When first the catbird and the thrush
Their matfn song begun,
And dewdrOps nestled on the grass,
And sparkled In the sun.
Through grassy uplnnds Minnie went,
And through the forest shade
The pansies grew thickly there,
They purpled all the glade.
She gathered clumps Of woodland pinks,
And dandelions gay,
When suddenly she heard a grunt,
Not very far away.
She dropped the blossoms that she held
What could the granting be?
1t sounded like PolIy's voice
She quickly turned to see.
She searched about, and soon she spied
bed OF leaves and twies:
And there lay Polly, cuddIing up
Six little. spotted pigs!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-19

PIED SUMMER RHYME.
No. Five words in sentence.
A a h h | m n I y.
No. 2-Five words in sentence.
c e FIJI IL Inn rst.
No. 3-Four words.
A b ii innrrr
y.
No. Alive words.
A e e h minors sttuw
DROP LETTER PROvERB.
/. Nix H-Y-wI-e- T-e-s-n-s
-f-e-.
2. Sii-w-t-rr-n-
LADDER
Uprights Give letters
each)-Left. A Fruit
*sss Right. Mountain Tops.
ssss Rounds (four letters
each)-1. A Tree. 2 A
Place Of Escape.
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A MINIATURE OAK TREE.

If an acorn be suspended by a piece OF
thread within half an inch of the sur
face of some water contained in a
hyacinth glass; and so permitted 10
remain without being disturbed, Il WILL
in a few months. burst and throw A root
down into the water. and shoot upwards its
straight and tapering stem, with beautiful
little green leaves.
young oak tree growing IN this way is
a very interesting object. 4 chestnut may
be treated in the same manner. The water
must be changed sufficiently often t. afford
these trees the necessary quantity Of nOur-
ishment from the matter contained in 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-19

A good mother, when her only son was
leaving the home of his childhood and go
ing out into the great world. knowing that
he was ambitious, gave him this parting
Injunction: MY son. remember that.
though II Is a good thing to be a great
man. it is greater thing to be a good
man"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-19
An Aeronautic Display.

Written for the Evening Star by z Louise LddelI.
reckless rash aeronaut
, One day smong the clouds got caught
Without a parachute.
Quoth he, Likes not this old balloon
May run up bump against the moon.
L guess I'd better scoot.''
So opened he hts big umbrella.
And wnward dashed. the daring "feller,"
On this safe substitute.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-19
LEAVES ASLEEP

Mary Dennis says: Leaves never tell
their dreams; but that they do go to sleep
Is an open secret. Look at a compound
leaf asleep. The little leaflets which were
in motion all day have dropped and sunk
TO rest. II certain plants like the oxalis.
clover or pea be subjected to darkness
during the daytime they may be caught
nappingf
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For Young Stamp Collectors.
DUKE OF YORK Is AN ARDENT PHI
ATELIST

DUKE OF YORK IS AN ARDENT PHIL
ATELIST
Ia the Fussessnr Of One Of the Finest Stamp
Collections in the
World
The Duke Of Cornwall and York is to be
presented with a complete set of unused
Australian stamps. comprising all the is
sues Of the various states of the common
wealth The collection. which will excite
the keenest interest among philatelists. is
valued 1T loo.
The duke has now one Of the finest COL
lections in the world. It's value is probably
not far short OF 100000. 1t is especially
good in the variety of English specimens
On one occasion a reprint OF some rare
STAMPS was specially made for the duke by
the 81 Martin s-Ie-Grand authorities
His ROYAL highuess was. too it will be re-
membered. recently presented with a very
fine private collection by Maltese gentle
man
The value Of good representative collec-
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have not studied any" for "at all"
A ride" is on horseback drive" be-
hind horses.
Real as an adverb. as real good" for
really" or very good"
Ride for drive" and drive" for
ride"
Some ten" days ago. for "about ten
Not AS L know" for not that" 1 know.
Singular subject with contracted plural
verb: for example:
"She don't skate WELL" for ''she dosen't
skate WELL
TRY and CO." for try to GO"
Funny for ''odd" or unusual"
Like do for las / do
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-19

SLIPS IN ENGLISH FOR LITTLE
FOLKS TO WATCH FOR.
ST have studied some for Somewhat"
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PRIZE ANNOUNCEMENT.
We offer three interesting juvenile books
as prizes for the best three collections of
six puzzle suggestions for use on this page
They may be illustrated or not. Address
Puzzle Editor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-19

Charade: Toast
Conundrums: L. Your name. 2. Anus
ing, Becoming, Delighted, N-chanting.
Easy transpositions: 1. Pitcher. 2 Wa
ter. 3. TeatabIe. 4. Decorated 8. Friend
o. Baltimore.
Anagrams: 1. Academies. 2 Bayonet. g.
Ancestors. 4. Integral. 3. Triangle. 6. Re-
lating Z. Altering.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-07-19

In four moves make three groups instead
of four in such way that the sum I'm each
group is the same.
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BEHEADINGS.
1. Behead time piece and get a fasten-
irg.
2. Behead somewhere and get a fine fab
ric.
3. Behead to rob and get the name of a
wild bird
4. Behead a small ornament and get a
great noise.
5. Behead mineral and get not early.
FOUR INTO THREE PUZZLE
Arrange twelve discs numbered as in
Figure l.
a. Z, % % g. q; 8 +
In four moves make three groups instead
OF four in such a way that the sum I'm each
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

Mr.. Gales spoke at the Fayetteville
Street Baptist church on Sunday. he also
delivered fine sermon in METROPOLITAN
Hah in the evening. Mr.. Gales will
preach at the Fayetteville Street Bap-
fist church tonight and continue the ser
vices at night during the week. A prayer
meeting service will be held in the sun
day School room of the Presbyterian
church this morning at ten O'Clock.
The people of Raleigh always give glad
welcome to Mr.. Gales He honorably
bears an honored name in North Caro-
lima, and is personally one Of the most
popular men reared in Raleigh. He
preached with rare clearness and sweet
ness and directness. The gospel he pro-
claims is the gospel of love-the love
that makes the world better and brighter
Every morning this week services will
be held at the Presbyterian church at ten
o'clock, and every night Mr.. Gales will
preach in the Fayetteville Street Baptist
church.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
THE BEST MACHINE MADE.

After seeing the demonstration OF the
well known Singer Sewing Machine, now
being made daily at the Fair, in Floral
Hall, just to the right of main entrance,
We are forced to the conclusion that no
other machine can begin to compare with
it in construction, durability and quality
of work This, the largest and most
widely known company in the world,
makes three distinct styles of machines,
known as the automatic, oscillating and
vibrating. Any of their household ma
chimes will sew anything from the finest
fabric to the hardest leather, betting,
etc.
The movement of the celebrated Sin
ger is eccentric instead of cogmovement,
as other machines have, which gives ii
many superior advantages over all others.
In their booth you will find many mag
nificent specimens of art costing from
fifty TO five-hundred dollars to manu-
facture, which were entirely made with
this famous machine. 1t will be rare
treat to visit their beautiful booth and
be pleasantly entertained by Mr.. Finch
er, who is in charge and is a cultured
and refined gentleman OF pleasing man
ners and address.
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WAKE REGISTRATION
White Vote is Over Six Ihous-
and Mark.
The Negroes Lack Ten # Six Hundred and
Democrat: Majority of About -Four
Thousand is Predicted.

The registration of voters in wake
county has been very gratifying and at
Democratic headquarters Chairman
Armistead Jones and his aides said that
this indicated an overwhelming Demo-
cratic majority.
Every precinct in the county, except
two, have been officially heard FROM
and the registration at these two Is
known within very few votes The
total for the entire county will be about
6,172 whites and sos negroes.
The registration in the city of Raleigh
is 1875 whites and 1873 negroes, while
two years ago there were on the books
2.495 whites and l 400 negroes. 1t is cal
culated that there are in the city about
$500 white men over 81 and about 1,SOO
negroes. This would show that about
S2S whites and over 1000 negroes had
not registered.
The census report of 1900 gives the
male population of Wake as being 1884
whites and 5,0S6 negroes. The vote in
1860 was: Aycock, Dem, 5,732; Adams
Rep, 4,44S; in November, Pou, Dem, got
5,O56; Giles, Rep, 1892, and Jenkins,
Ind, 1876.
These figures will be of interest in
studying the following tabulated vote
From the registration it seems certain
that the Democratic ma jority in Wake
county will be in the neighborhood of
four thousand, if it docs not exceed this
figure:
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
BIT OFF HRR FINGER
The Doings of Day With his Honor in the
Police Court.

In a fight between two negro women
near the Union Depot last night. one of
the dark skinned Amazons seized the
other by the hand and calmly munched
away on one of the lady's fingers until
there was no finger left. The cries OF
the unfortunate one were heard four
blocks away, and about the time help
arrived the fnger-b bitter had disappeared.
AS the looser of the finger was slightly
intoxicated and could not identify her
antagonist afterwards. the mystery Of,
Who bit the finger" will probably
never be known.
The police raided a crap shooting
Joint, corner of Salisbury and Davis
streets, Saturday night and as result
Mayor Powell yesterday sent Chas
Emerson, Chas. Hill and VIII Taylor
all colored. to Jail in default of $40
bond
The police have suspected the place
and they bounced down on it Saturday
night. Six negroes were captured, but
only three were bound over to court.
Will Clark, a white man, was sent TO
Jail under a $50 bond for an abominable
crime. The penalty fixed by law for his
crime is from five to sixty years i'm
prisonment. and in his case the fullest
extent of the law should be applied.
WARREN COUNTY GOID
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Midway Attractions
THAUMA. THE HALF LADY.

THAUMA, THE HALF LADY.
Thauma, the mystery, has returned to
your Fair after her long and successful
tour throughout the far West. She is
still the mystery of all mysteries and
will be on exhibition in the mysterious
blue palace at the Fair for her last time,
as she will go to England next season.
Don't fail to visit iThauma, the Half
Lady.
GEORGE g. BURNS VAUDEVILLE
SHOWS.
Don't fail TO see George & Burns Farce
Vaudeville Shows of % people; also have
Mexican Bill, the famous glass ball
shooter. The Big Show, Blue and White
top. on the Midway. Look for the Fat
Man.
LUNETTE, THE FLYING LADY.
The feature of the pay attractions on
the Fair Grounds will give exhibitions
daily during the Fair. This exhibition
is different from anything ever seen, and
is strictly high class. Moral and meri
torious. Ladies and children especially
invited. Comfortable chairs for ALL
CREATED A SENSATION
The two headed baby which the man
agement of the Fair were fortunate
enough to secure as an attraction
created a sensation at the Fair Grounds
yesterday. Hundreds paid visit to the
child, including several prominent ply
siians and State officers, and all were of
the one opinion, that it is a wonderful
freak of nature.
1t is a well-developed youngster, with
two perfect heads in no way disformed
and all pronounce it wonderful.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
WARREN COUNTY GOLD.
Mr.. Charles ]. Aston Brings Handsome Ex
hiblt to Mr.. Pou.

Mr.. Charles j. Aston, son of the late
Archibald d. Aston. of Warren county
is attending the Fair. Though his bust
ness calls him to spend most of his time
in other States, his heart is true to Dixie
and he is never so happy as when he is
on his farm in Warren county, located
at the fork of Shocco and Fishing creeks,
adjoining the Ports gold mine and near
the Edward Aston gold mine, the Burt
mine, and near the Mann Arlington and
gold mine.
Mr.. Aston brings with him a magnif-
cent case containing n quantity of rich
gold rock and gold found on his farm in
the roots of tree which was blown down
by the wind. 1t is fine gold and will be
IN exhibit that will attract attention and
interest.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

gold medal These will be announced
from the judges stand Immediately after
the parade on Wednesday, when same
will be awarded.
Fayetteville street will be cleared of
all vehicles, cars and there will be no
confusion or delay.
All visitors to the city that arrive on
the excursion trains on Wednesday
should proceed at once to Fayetteville
street in order to view the parade plain
ly, for you must not miss it.
ARRANGEMENTS have been made for
bicycle rack at the grounds, so the men,
bors of the Bicycle Corps can check
their wheels free of charge.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
A Useless Meeting

The Republicans of this Congressional
district appear to be of mind to nomi-
nate a Congressman, or at least the
District Executive Committee has been
called to meet in Raleigh to do this.
The call states that the meeting will
be on Wednesday of this week, and il
signed by Frank Jones, chairman,
md w. w. Green. secretary.
Atwater, it is understood. will not be
endorsed, and it is reported that Frank
Jones will be put up for Congressman
Pou to defeat.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
NATURAL ANXIETY.

Mothers regard approaching winter
with uneasiness, children take cold so
easily. No disease costs more little lives
than Group. Such cases yield to One
Minute Cough Cure. Absolutely safe.
Acts Immediately. Cures coughs, colds,
grip, bronchitis, throat and lung trouble
W. H. King Drug Co., Bobbitt- Wynne
Drug Co
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

MANAGER REPRE-
sent a company that has sufficient cap
ital to build a sash. door and blind
factory, and want the services of
manager. VIII require him TO put
$1,000 in the business. Address, Henry
Clark Bridgers.. Tarboro, N. c.
10-24-2w
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

WANTED. -RELIABLE BUSINESS
man; familiar with fancy grocery bust
ness wanted for office work; good
reference desired; want man of good
habits. Address Lock Box 1875, Will
son, n. c. 10-25-4t
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
LOOK OUT FOR FEVER.

Biliousness and liver disorders may be
prevented by cleansing the system with
DeWitts title Early Risers. These ia
nous little pills do not grippe. They move
the bowels gently, but copiously, and
give strength to the glands.-W. H. King
Drug Co., Bobbitt-Wynne Drug Co.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
TRAINS ARRIVE RALEIGH AS FOL-
From North.
SLEEPING ~ sERvIcE.

Trains 81 and 81 Florida and Metro
politan Limited, has Drawing Room
Sleeping Cars New York to jacksonville
and Atlanta. and between Portsmouth
and Charlotte. Vestibule day coaches
Washington to Jacksonville, Portsmouth
&c Atlanta.
No. q and e6 "SEABoARD" Fast Mail
has drawing room buffet sleeping car New
York to Jacksonville, connecting at Ham
let with sleeping car to and from Atlanta
No. 80 and Il Drawing Room Sleeping
Car and Day Coaches between Ports
mouth and Atlanta.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
SEABOARD
AIR LINE RAILWAY

Short line to principal cities OF the
South and Southwest, Florida, Cuba,
Texas, California and Mexico, reaching
the capitals OF six States.
In effect March s. 1902.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

ADDITIONAL MER-
chants to sell Turner's N. c. Almanac
for 1903. On the market &C years. The
most rapid seller, and the largest profit
of anything out. Address p. c. Enniss,
Manager Enniss Publishing Company,
Raleigh n. c.. 1O-l4-e.o.d. I'm
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

sPECIALTIEs AT GIERsCH's, PIG FAY
etteyille Street.-The Points, Lynn
haven Bays, Little Necks, Fresh Live
HOLSTERS, Pampaw, Fresh Salmon, Sara,
Venison, Wild Duck, Western Meats.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

lady preferred state salary expected;
send sample of work and reference.
Address J. d. Brinkley, Photographer,
Oxford, N c. D.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

HARRIS STEAM DYE WORKS WILL
clean and dye your clothing and make
new hats Of your old ones. Second
hand goods bought and sold. East
Hargett street. 13-tf.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

WANTED-A MAN WITH EXPERIENCE
to superintend an up-to-date Cotton
Seed Mill; name salary expected; give
reference. Farmers Oil Mill Company,
Nashville n. c. 10-2S-2t
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
One Cent a Word,

TED-INFORMATION WANTED
concerning whereabouts of a dressing
case handed to colored boy at depot
yesterday afternoon marked w. G. E.
Boy had defect in one eye. w. N.
Jones.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

FOR SALE-TWO MILES WEST OF THE
city, a farm containing 1919 acres. Ad-
dress, 403 West Hargett Street
1929 3t-wed. thur. fri
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

BEFORE you DECIDE ON THE PRES
emit for your friend. see our Fancy Bas-
kets and Boxes. HlIed with "ROYS-
TIERS CANDY"
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

WANTED AT OMEGA FIRST CLASS
laundryman to manage a laundry in a
small town. Morrison & Mcneil, Ell
more, n. G. 10-29-2t.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
NORMAL AND INDUSTRIAL EXHIBIT

Prof Gilbert Pearson and Miss Fannie
Massey. of the faculty of the State Nor
NAL and Industrial College, are here ar
ranging a magnificent exhibit at the
State Fair.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. TO KNOW
that the Richmond News man is in
town, stopping at the Marlborough
House.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

She is at the Fair Grounds. Who?
Uno.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
Whites Whites Col. in

The official registration from every
precinct in the county outside of Raj
eigh but two, and with what are con-
sidered close estimates from these two,
Middle Creek and st. Matthews, is as
follows:
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
WILL CLOSE AT NOON THURSDAY.

The Oak City Steam Laundry will
close at noon on Thursday for the Fair.
Parties desiring to have laundry work
done are requested to send it in as early
as possible.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

WANTED EVERYBODY TO SUB
scribe to the Richmond Daily News,
the best one-cent paper in the South.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

THE VERDICT OF THE CONSUMERS
OF fine Candy, IL that 'ROYSTER'S IS 10
the best.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

Making new friends all the time. Blue
Ribbon lemon and vanilla extracts.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

The highest attainment in extracts,
Blue Ribbon lemon and vanilla 2jc
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

Place your orders early with J. L.
O'Quin & Co. for fine roses, carnations,
chrysanthemums and violets If you
want the best.
tues, wed, thurs, frid.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29
NORTHWARD.

Note-(a) Daily, except Sunday.
(b) Eastern time
Connections at Jacksonville and Tampa
for all Florida East Coast points. and
Cuba and Porto Rico. At New Orleans
for all points in Texas, Mexico and Cali
fornia.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

UnO eats them alive.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

Uno bites off their heads.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1902-10-29

Tickets on sale to all points. Pullman
berths reserved and reserva tons made on
outgoing steamers from Norfolk. bag
gage checked from hotels and residences
without extra CHI -ge at