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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
Summer Bedspreads.

Bedspreads of net are especially dainty and airy for summer bedrooms. Upholsterers show a heavy variety of the net for this purpose which is rath- CT coarse-meshed. The spread should be large enough to fall over the bed on three sides and just clear the floor when finished: it should have an edge of heavy Russian lace four or five inches wide. Ifliked ruff1e or valance of the net may be put around the bed, the lace-edged spread to fall over4it. These spreads are often used over an under piece of colored sateen, green, rose or yellow. Harper's Bazar.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
WARFARE ON CONSUMPTION.
Smportanf Points Gained in the Struggle for Mastery Over the
 Fell Destroyer.

Tn its annual report for 1909 recent ly issued the New York state board of health was able to point to very no- ticeable decrease in the death rate from consumption. The number of deaths attributable to this disease dur ing the year was 12,582, as against an average for the five preceding years of 13,270. The comment of the board was that this showing was due large ly to the preventive measures, with which the public at large, S well as the physicians who have charge of in cipient cases, are becoming more thoroughly familiar, says the Chicago Record-Herald.
 There has been much good news of late for the leaders in the warfare against this disease. The French ex- periments with the mountain sani- toria have been very successful. In London it was announced at the recent meeting of the National Association for the Prevention of Consumption that Wernher, Belt & Co. had doubled , a gift of $100,O00 for the erection of a sanitorium, and in New York there is movement for the establishment. of great country institution from which much is hoped.
 In comments by experts on the sub- ject the note of hopefulness is now clearly heard Sir James Crichton- Browne said in London that the day was soon coming when the scourge would be eradicated. He expressed his belief that an absolute cure would be founds and even m oreemphatically he said that if. the nation grasped the problem with a will, and if the recom- mendations of the national association were generally carried into effect, there would be eno tuberculosis to cure by the time the remedy appeared.
 Another hopeful word has come from the famous scientist, Prof. Behring, in Vienna. He declares that if infants are fed from immune cows they will take into their systems q matter which will protect them from the infection of tuberculosis, and that whatever may be the case as to adults, a means is at hand to render the infants immune in the simplest of fashions.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
SAFE OPENING CASE
Question of Public or Private
 Property, Says Knox.
PAYNE SAYS ACT WAS IMPROPER.
This Fact, 1t Ks Claimed, Justihes His Order Removing Assfstant
 Attorney General Tyner From OREace.

WASHINGTON, April 25.-Attorney General Knox has expressed the opin- ion to Postmaster General Payne that unless there is something to show whether the documents taken from the safe by the wife of General Tyner are government property or private papers no case would lie. This statement was made after Mr.. Knox had gone over the papers forwa rded to him by the post office department. MT. Payne re- piled by stating the circumstances at tending the taking of the papers and the fact that most of the papers filed in such government safes are of conf- t1ential nature and therefore are not of record. ~set -s..s, ..r
 The position taken by the post office department now is that it has done all that it is possible to do to establish the facts in the case, that the impropriety of the fact is of equal importance to the nature of what was taken and that any further steps rest with the depart ment of justice. It is known by the postmaster general that the safe from which all the papers were taken has contained valuable official papers at various times and that Mir. Tyner has so stated. It is not known, however, whether any such papers were in the safe since Mfr. Tyner last had access to it.
 Attorney Ross Perry of this city, counsel for the Tyners called on the postmaster general subsequent to his interview with the attorney general. He told the postmaster general that the Tyners would be glad to have the post master general or any representative of his department look over the papers at the Tyner residence. Mfr. Payne talked with MT. Perry at some length and pointed out to him that the Tyners were given an opportunity immediate ly after the papers were taken to open them in the presence of the officers of the department and had refused to Ehow them or to indicate to the govern ment representatives even the nature of the papers.
 MT Payne was asked subsequently, if he declined MT. Perry's proposition, but said he could not discuss that phase of the question. Postmaster General Payne said:
 \ tiff there were conclusive evidence that all the documents taken away would be shown that would be one thing, but the fact that these papers that were taken have been out of the possession of the department for three days is another thing. If there was any motive to take the papers or any intention of doing away with them there has been ample time to do it. Whether the papers were private or not the impropriety of the act is appar- ent, to say the least. regard it as quite as improper to take from safe in government office the prtvates pa pers of General Tyner or Mrs. Tyner or of anybody else in the manner that those papers were taken as to take any other papers. The impropriety of the act itself is sufficient to remove any officer of the government
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
NO MORE UMBRELLAS.
A Philadelphia Plan for Doing Away with the Rain Chutes i'm
 Big Cities.

Philadelphia has a plan to emancl- pate "mankind-or such portion as dwells in the City of Brotherly Love from the slavery of the umbrella. It has been proposed there to build por- ticoes out over the sidewalk, which will serve the double purpose of pro- lection from the shade and shelter from the rain, says the Chicago Trib- une.
 It has been figured that the cost of umbrellas lost ill one year will pay for the construction of the universal uTn- brella and sunshade. At the same time the wear and tear of human patience oceasioned by the loss of umbrellas and the failure to take them away from home when they are needed will be done away with.
 In this idea Philadelphia has gone. back to the plans which were utilized in the construction of Grecian and Roman buildings. The agora or mar ket place of nearly every Greek town was surrounded by colonnades, which afforded protection from the rain and sun. hs
 There is an amusing story by Athen-
 -z aeus which suggests the possible origin of the phrase: "He does not know enough to come in out of the wet.''
 According to the entertaining gram marian referred to a town in Greece, under stress of evil circumstances, bor- rowed money from a rich man, who took as security for the loan mort gage on the handsome portico which surrounded the market place. He was not an ungenerous creditor, for when it rained he caused the town crier to announce that the citizens had permis- sion to take refuge under the colon- made. Strangers visiting the town who failed to have the matter properly ex- .plained to them were so impressed by the extraordinary circumstances sthat they spread abroad thereport thatthe people were so stupid that they had 10 be told when to come in out of the wet sa a9ss
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
Imitation seaIsIxli n s.

There is a family in Milwaukee that possesses the. secret of process where by sealskin wraps and Buffalo robes can be made from the skin of sheep
 The secret has. been. in. the family for. years, having been discovered by a member of the family who worked in a tannery in Australia. By this process the finest furs can be initiated by the use of any old pelt with hair on it. He says that in making a sealskin jacket out of the hides of1Belgian hares the imitation is so good it would defy an expert. The change is in the dyeing process and the chemical action on the hair refnes it without in turing it. tt
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25

Waterbury has been playing in hard luck. surely. for year or two, and the outlook just at, present is not very promising. Another strike this morn ing does not help to clear the atmos- pl1ere. The carpenters. now out. have a grievance. and until it is definitely. settled one way or the other the build ing interests of Waterbury must suffer. The reference card is the cause of the
 present strike. This reference card, which, it is said. man must have in order to get work, is "a secret agent which shows the employer just what the man is good for, where he has worked, whether he is a good fellow or a disturber. or whether he has been q promoter of labor unions or strikes In fact, it gives the mans history in a nutshell, and, of course will prevent him from getting work many times
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
HEARD IN PASSING

Were the nation to be suddenly called to war the crews of the naval ships would swell by magic. It has been so when the navy was the veriesf skeleton and ships had to- be impro- vised, and the spirit of the nation has not changed E fpartfcIe.-Baltimore American. "f '2sE~aFT FTfET Ef5 5@@@
 The education side of the rural free delivery comes out clearly in the sta tistics of one western route, on which there are 1O9 mail boxes. When the route was established the number of daily papers taken in the district was five. Now the number is 65 and most of the papers come from one or the other of two large cities.
 Andrew Carnegie will take twen- ty-two servants with him when he sails for Europe Friday. You see. he believes that it is wicked to die rich, so he is trying to get rid of his cash Otherwise he would be willing to have the modest retinue usually affected by Americans. especially when they travel.-New York Evening Sun.
 The newspapers say that the Isbell' plan of reapportfonment for New Ha- ven has passed the house. Is this per- sonal reference to Clerk Isbell of the city court our magnffcently salaried servant? And is it part of his business to help run the legislature? By thus a t- tempting to occupy two chairs he may keep both empty.-NeW Haven Regis ter.
 If it is true that the demoralization in the national postoffice department commenced under republican rule, if must also be acknowledged that it is Il republican administration which sets about correcting 1t. It is not a very bad party which sees it's own er- TOT and correqts it; besides, the party as a. whole should not be blamed for the treachery of mere handful of suckers.-Ansonia Sentinel.
 An interesting suggestion as to counting legislative days as the three days within which a governor may send a veto was made by Attorney John J. Walsh Of Norwalk, when he told public meeting the other day that if calendar days are to be count ed many of the most important state laws are void because governor after governor has signed bills. taking three 
 legislative days as his limit of time" - Hartford Times.
 A little donkey was born ill New York the other day, says the Bridge port Telegram, child of mother don key now appearing i'll stage produc- tion in that city, and the actors prompt ly named the little fellow Willie Win ter. whereat the New York dramatic critics (aside from Mir Winter) laugh immoderately. Mir Winter hasn't been heard from yet, but we venture to say that he lost no time in sharpening his pencil.
 The death of Carlos French of Sey- mOur reduces from 12 to II Connecti- cuts quota of living ex-representatives in congress. They are William D. Bishop of Bridgeport, Augustus Bran degee of. New London. John k. Buck of Hartford. Robert E. DeForest of Bridgeport, Joseph R. Hawley of Hart ford, Colin NJ. Ingersoll of New Haven, Stephen w. Kellogg of Waterbury. Dwight Loomis of Hartford, James F. Pigot of New Haven, Lewis Sperry of South Windsor and Washington F. Wilcox of Deep River.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 1903.

The New Haven Union intimates that the City hall crowd of that city, nearly all good democrats, helped to defeat Candidate Kinney and elect Mayor studley, for a second }term. In other words, they traded Kinney in or der to make their own places secure. The charge is pretty serious one and unless the Elm City officials can ex- plain, the Unions story will place them in an Eunenviable position.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
Az It Sounds.

Mrs. Newrich- Marie's trip abroad has given her quite . smattering of French.
 Mr Newrich gustedly Quite 2 ssana4f-arinn ahaaALd call it --~l nGhx~~
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
Right Way to Bribe.

An amusing story is told among law yers of Walloon peasant who had gone to law with q neighbor. In a conversation with his lawyer he sug- gested sending the magistrate fine couple of ducks.
 "Not for your lite" said his ad- wiser. If you do you'll. lose the case"
 The judgment was given in his fa- for. when he turned to his lawyer ana. said: ''I sent the ducks" ."Astonishment on the latter's part turned to admira- tion when his client continued: "But sent them in my neighbours name."-- London Express
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25

Governor OdeM aims to become i'm mediately what he would naturally be- come ill a short time-the absolute master of the republican party in New York state. He is opposed by some republicans because they do not like his methods and is opposed by others who prefer Senator Platt's leadership, all else being equal Governor Odell will arouse the resentment of many republicans, who think he should not create factional war, within the re- publican ranks at a. time when har- mony is so necessary and he will be held responsible as he is the aggressor. That is exactly what the old political fox, Platt, was waiting for. He knows that this war means defeat for his par ty ill his state and he. wanted the blame for. it to rest on 0dells head so that if. would crush thfn ill future. That will be Platt's revenge for what he considers OdelIs ingratitude, for there is. no doubt that Platt made Odell what he is. This republican fight will render it almost unnecessary for the republicans to nominate a candi- date for mayor of Greater New York next fall. After the tremendous dem ocratic vote in that city last fall, show ing the complete harmony in the ranks of the democracy, it means that the democrats will sweep the city next fall i'll the mayoralty election.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25
Hunnarian Potato Salad.

Take new, small potatoes, boil in their skins and peel while warm; then slice very thin. To every pint of pota- toes allow a small onion minced, pickled beet, fresh cucumber sliced, a Dutch herring, four sardines, a spoonful of minced, cold-boiled ham. Mix all we'll together and pour over them cupful of vinegar. Garnish with pickled walnuts.- Washington Star
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25

Wall street has recovered from the fit of despondency that reached it's eli max on announcement of the Northern Securities decision, writes Banker Banker Clews ill his weekly letter. Since then values have experienced 3 very fair recovery, aud opinion seems
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY.
 Take the genuine Laxative Promo Quinine Call for the full name and insist the7box which bears the sig nature of B. VI. Grove. "5c.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-04-25

We can't paint picture. or carve B statue, or make B coat. but we can wash clothes to perfection. We can do it because we do nothing else-have done nothing else for good while--b E. earse we have studied 1t. and thought about it, and worked hard as any nainter ever did. It requires as much hard work, and practice, and talent, to voake a good laundry as 10 make a good nicfure. Everybody can't paint plc- f1re-everybody can't wash clothes per- Fec+ly. We want you to give us a fair tria1. and allow us to prove our word.
 Davis Steam Laundry
 rz CANAL STREET
 Branch office. e Grand street
The Van Buren press., 1903-03-14
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The Van Buren press., 1903-03-14
Proved H,s innooenoe.

The Fort Smith Times Of last
Sunday contained the following
This morning Sheriff Pitcock placed
under arrest George Davenport, who
WAS out under bond charged with rob-
bling the depot at Morrilton, The
grand Jury returned nm indictment
against him which caused his arrest,
After this case IL settled he will likely
play an engagement with tho postal
authorities as the inspectors axe looking
aftsr him, Davenport Is n Young man
living near Rudy
Davenport had his trial last Tuesday
and had no trouble in proving that he
was innocent Of the charge Justice II
f. W. Stcinsiek OF Rudy was Dsven.
ports attorney, In response to re.
quest v friond sends THE Press the
following particulars Of the case,
Editor Press;
In the case Of The State vs.
George Davenport, charged with
the larceny OF railroad tickets
from the Office at Plummervillc,
which was tried in the circuit
court ut Morrilton last Tuesday,
the defendant was acquitted after
the evidence of the state was In
the defendant offering no evidence,
for Judge Moose informed the
prosecuting attorney that he had
no case and ordered the jury 10
return q verdict for the defendant,
which was done, The court room
was crowded with people, and all
readily saw that Geo. Davenport
was not the guilty party aud they
congratulated him aud his coun'
sel, M did some of the jurors, who
added that "lhe wrong defendant
was on trial.
Replying to the above clipping
from the Fort Smith "Tlmes |
must state that the postal author
tties 0nspectors) after inves,iga
ton were fully satisfied that there
was no foundation for such aus
picion, which was started by the
~ told you so's," who disregard
ed the holy injunction "rhou shalt
not beur false Witness against thy
neIghbor," George Ia roady Mt oil
times 70 respond TO any call toI
tho above,namod "ongagcmont'"
The Van Buren press., 1903-03-14
Mo. Pacific Excursions

Washington, D. c., s5S25, New York, NY,
s6l Is. Round trip tickets via Savannah aud
on sale every day.
". HySRs
Iron Mountain T. aud 2. Agen,
The Van Buren press., 1903-03-14

TuK ATLANTIC SQUADRON U. s NAVY, win be
In Galveston harbor Feb. Goth to 9th and on
this account the Frisco system will sell tickets
to Galveston aud return on Feb 18th 10Th and
2lst nj rate fSlS75 for the round trip.
Los ANGELES AND SAN FRANCISCO. California
account General Assembly Presbyterian
Church Mt Los Angeles, aud National Associa-
ton Of Master Plumbers Of the United states at
San Francisco. The Frisco system will sell
tickets TO Los Angelica and San Francisco and
return al the extremely low rate Of S+7 % for the
round trip Tickets on sale May =, r. Is, II, 10,
Is. u and IS, 1903 Final limit July l6 1908
Tickets may read via one route. returning via
another route, Liberal stop.over privileges al
lowed Ask the agent about H.
Low CoLosisr RATES to the Northwest-M
tana, Idaho and Washington points On each
day from February 18th TO April SOth the Frisco
system will sell Colonist tickets 10 above men
toned points at the following rates; Bill
lngs, Montana, sA20; Ogden and Salt Lake
City, Utah, S26,4Oj iIolena. Montana $3.50
spokane Wash, $3.50; Portland, ORE, and
Puget Sound points, &slt0.
lIongsrgKRRs Excursions TO Indian and
Oklahoma Territories and Texas Tho Frisco
system will continue tho sale OF those tickets on
first and third Tuesdays In each month 10 all
points IN abovo.namcd territory where tho one
WAY rate ~ 500 or more, Rate Ia one faro plus
s. % for round trip, Limit, Al days
New ORLEANS, la, Account Mardi Grm Yes.
iyiteS Tickets on sale February II 10 ~ IN
elusive nnal limit February ~, with provision
for extension OF limit 10 March u by deposit
One fare $3.50 for the round trip,
One way Colonist rates TO California points,
also intermediate points In Arizona and New
Mexico on sale daily from February 10 TO AprO
1oth, Rate $500
P. ". FURRY. AGENT frisco Line
The Van Buren press., 1903-03-14
Southern Smiles TwO-Step.
From the Kansas City World.

A fresh piece Of music, with catchy
melody and theme so we'll marked rs to
make 1t valuable addition to the list
of dance music, is hailed with special
delight by the public.
The fact that it's good to dance
by assures 1t success,
SOUTHERN SMILES, - though
less than week from the publisher, is
already big hit and selling like hot
cakes
Professional musicians are by no
means condemning it with faint praise,
but are enthusiastic in expressing their
opinion of thu value OF the composition.
SOUTHERN SMILES Is just ~
bright and fascinating rs Its well
chosen name implies.
The composition can be obtained OF
any music house or direct from the
publishers, j. W. jenkins Sons Music
Co. Kansas City, Mo,