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Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03

creased speed the best performance
OF birds, which is the flying of two
pounds of weight for every square foot
of horizontal area, will be consider
ably surpassed. If this prophecy be-
comes true we should before long see
persons flying about like birds, be-
cause two wings, each five by twelve
feet, would carry a person of average
weight, including a small propeller,
foot or machine driven.
"A large number of cellular models
have been designed, and the tail end
will receive careful study. / believe
it should consist of overlapping steel
blades capable of being contracted,
spread out or quickly given any angle
above or below the horizontal, in imi-
tation of a birds tail. Enough cork
sheathing will be used in future mod
els to float the machine should it fall
into the water, but it is probable that
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03
HAD AN AWFUL DREAM.
Robbed by a Giant Ostrich With |
Almost Red LeQs.

Robbed by Giant Ostrich With
Almost Red Legs.
Hunting yarns were in order, and
it was up to the African explorer for
his contribution.
81 was trekking along the southern
coast of Africa few years ago." said
he, "and had spent most of the day
shooting pheasants, springboks, wick
boks, duykerboks and the other kinds
of books with which the country
abounds, when 1 was suddenly con-
fronted by the biggest ostrich 1 ever
saw.
"As he stood before me, intently
regarding me, he looked to be six feet
tall, and for the moment / lost my
presence of mind. Then I backed
away, intending to shoot the big bird,
but to my utter dismay found that
the magazine of my gun was empty.
Then 1 remembered hearing that
the legs of an ostrich turn pink when
he is angry and looked at his limbs
They were not only pink but almost
red, and, as he started threateningly
toward me, 1 threw myself fiat on the
ground, this being admittedly the best
way to escape death or injury from
the blows of one of these birds when
lnIurldIeQ-
The ostrich came close to my side,
and after intently regarding me for a
moment, poked out his long neck, in
serted his bill into the pocket of my
waistcoat, distracted my watch and
calmly swallowed it with look of
intense satisfaction.
"Next he explored the pockets OF
my trousers, and finding my knife,
gulped that down with an expression
of gastronomic delight. My bunch of
keys followed suit, as did everything
in the way of metal or glass 1 had
about me-
Then, having made a sumptuous
meal of my personal belongings, he
stalked majestically away, leaving me
| unframed. l got up finally and went
through my pockets to see if he had
left anything, when, to my utter sur
prise, 1 found my watch, knife, keys
and everything else in their proper
receptacles.
Then it dawned upon me that /
had dreamed a bad dream and 1 re-
solved never again to take a nap on
the veldt."-New York Tribune.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03

Robert Yates was informe. ana
care to see his daughter daily, hut
never mentioned her would-be sutton
Her. letter, filed with bitter scorn and
loathing for an old man of forty, bear
ing such horrid. name, was duly
written and given to one of the farm
hands to post.
Time few on the wings of the wind
for Lothia. Bandaged as she was
for she dared not admit the ruse-
the time that passed seemed wonder
fully short The doctors visits were
awaited with feverish expect ton.
.Lothia, this-is my last visit
"Your-last-visit,' she gasped,
while the color forsook her cheeks.
She felt that the sunshine was going
out of her life forever.
Must this ruse continue, or shall
we end it now?" he asked, gravely.
q hardly think Mr.. Woodbridge win
trouble you"
The doctors pocket was bullying
with the mail he had just received.
One envelope caught the girls eye
Where did you get this?" she cried,
taking up the letter.
From the post; it belongs to me-
Forgive me, Lothia, but I am s. E.
Aaron Woodbridge l stayed on here,
hoping to overcome your prejudice,
and win your love. / find your real
sentiments voiced in this letter
and" his voice quivered percept-
ibly-'1 can stay no longer"
Lothia crimsoned with shame. 81
don't want you to CO." she sobbed.
What does this mean, little one?
Is it that you care for me7"
20 yes, do; don't go, please?''
What! care for an old man OF
forty, with such a horrid name?"
Il don't care for anything but you;
can you forgive me?"
"On one condition-that you marry
me without delay, before 1 get older"
he said folding her in his arms.
How could 1 have been so foo1ish?"
she whispered from her safe shelter.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03
Sympathy Strains Nerves.

Open expression of sympathy Is
often a greater strain upon over
wrought nerves than actual harshnsss
or Indifference. A word or merely
tone of coincidence may precIpitate the
hysteria which has so far been kept
at bay. In addressing a person who
appears to be on the verge of nervous
collapse avoid any allusion to his or
her condition and also much dem
onstration of tenderness. Strive to
be easy, cheerful and impersonaL
When the mind and heart are full of
pity for the sufferer this advice may
seem at first thought cold and urfeel-
ing. In reality it is practical kind
ness. Intense nervousness is a form
of disease, and must be treated as
such. Each successive collapse brings
additional weakness, and it is there
fore to be warded off when it is pos
sib1e to do so.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03

down involuntarily, and thought how
easily she might end it all. AS she
leaned forward trifie, the better to
see the bottom, the loose earth slipped
beneath her feet; instinctively she
grasped a root, but it gave way, and
she plunged downward, clutching at
vines and briars. She closed hsr eyes.
vindictively saying, Now, papa.
you'll be sorry
- Are you hurt?" anxiously asked a
gentleman, bending over Lothia, as
she regained consciousness.
why did you stand thsre?" spite
fully cried the girl, struggling to a
sitting posture. 81 know you stood
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03

overlooked the importance Of the tail
Now in my aeroplane the tail Is the
important part. The body win be the
sustaining portion. The tail will fur
nish the elevating and descending
power. The motive power may be
produced in three ways-by a fan
propeller, compressed gas propeller
on the same principle as gas engine
THE experiments so far have been
with model of thirty-four pounds,
which has given a lifting power of
one pound for every square foot Of
horizontal surface The model was
made of aluminium and tin, with metal
tubing and supports, and this material
is heavier than that of which the prac-
teal machine will be made, 50 that
the success of the experiments Is on
that account doubly gratifying
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03

the rear ends merging to a point. SO
that the air, rushing in the front, will
be compressed and be expelled
against the tail by the force of the
forward movement.
Wheels were attached, large one
at the front. a small one at the rear.
to give it the necessary rise. The
power was supplied by two skyrockets
attached to the rear. and the explo-
sion of these sent it running forward
on its wheels until it arose gracefully
in the air, and the flight lasted for
fifty feet from the ground The fight
was perfectly steady and even
THE arches exert parachute ac-
ton which helps to support the struc-
ture, but the main lifting is done by
the inclined and spread out tail ends
Il confidently axDect that with in
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03
Bishops Witty Shaft.


Rear Admiral Charles 8. Cotton sat
one evening at a dinner party beside
the bishop of Durham, clergyman
noted for his wit. Near the bishop
was a millionaire manufacturer, a
stout man with a loud, coarse laugh,
who ate and drank a good deal. One
of this mans jokes was leveled at the
brilliant bishop of Durham, whom he
did not know from Adam. 1t was
enough for him that the bishops garb
was clerical.
II have three sons,'' he began in
a loud tone, nudging his neighbor and
winking toward the bishop, three
fine lads. They are in trade. l had
always said that if 1 ever had stupid
son I'd make a parson of him.
The millionaire roared out his dis
cordant laugh, and the bishop said
to him with a quiet smile:
"Your father thought differently
from you. eh?"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03


there just SO l couldn't fall; you're
mean, hateful thing
The man stepped respectfully aside,
with a look of amused perplexity on
his face WAS this wilful deed?"
ne asked.
No, 'twasnt; I slipped, and you
might have stayed away so I could
have been hurt; l hate the sight of
you,'' she cried, angrily, while the
tears filed her eyes.
do you really wish to be injured?
1 am sure 1 would be glad to assist
you in any way that I can. 1 might
accommodate you by throwing you as
high as possible and letting you come
down unattended. 1 could throw you
quite high; 1 am over six feet tall, and
am strong, while you are but a
feathers weight
Lothia laughed gaily. You're not
suen a bad sort after ALL she said,
but / do wish you hadn't been there
so they could have found and sent
me home; l guess then papa'd be
sorry.
''Yonder is a fat rock which will
make a comfortable seat; let us be
friends, and you tell me all about it
Miss-Miss-ah' his hand to
assist her.
Yates. Lothia Yates; now, what is
your name.'
The man seemed suddenly confused.
but finally stammered out, ''Silas."
Now sit here and tell me your
trouble. if you will
Well she began, you see papa
is just good as gold, but some
thing has got hold of him lately, and
hx xxrar TO old
with the horridest name. Say, haven't
you another manner"
The man Redeemed as he replied:
Yes; Aaron
A silvery peal of laughter fioated up
the mountain side. why, isn't that
funny; that's the old mans name, too
Aaron Woodbridge forty; just think of
it. If 1 had been hurt maybe papa
would have felt SO sorry tina. when
the old man comes tomorrow he
would send him away
Does forty seem to you SO very
old2" queried the gentleman.
% dear, yesi papa is sixty. I am
twenty, and papa has been old ever
since / can remember him. / wish /
had been hurt just little so I could
mako a fuss, but I haven't scratch %
Now, Miss Yates"
Say, Lothia, it seems as IL / 1ad
known you always"
Very well, Lothia- I am a medical
man, DR.. Aaron; you are generally
bruised. / will bandage your head,
your ankle and your arm, and will
convey you to a farm house nearby,
where / will arrange for you to re-
main until sufficiently recovered to be
removed OF course, the length OF
time rests with yourself In the mean
time you can communicate with this
old man and tell him your feelings
] perhaps. he may release you"
!, That's capital" she cried, clappins
| her hands
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03

her eyes. well, then I won't; that's
nat" she cried, rushing from the room
to leave her father filed with sad
wonderment.
Catching her sailor hat by the brim
she jammed it upon her head with
vicious earne<sness, not stopping, as
was her wont, to brush back her rebel
1ious rings of copper colored hair, for
the breeze made sad havoc with them
If left loose. She would go where no
one would find her, and think it out.
The narrow wagon road wound
around the foot of the mountain close
to it's base. Now that Lothia was
high above the road the meadows
seemsd Tar below her. She glanced
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03
Taxes Hard to Down.

Though London bridge has had no
houses upon it for about $50 years
taxes are still paid on the houses that
formerly stood there. When about the
year 1856 it was decided to clear the
houses from the bridge certain taxes
and tithes survived and have been
paid ever since to the rectors of St
Magnus and st. Olave churches. Not
less than 100000 has been paid TIC
these two parishes since the decrepit
houses which formerly yielded them
were pulled down They survived not
only the houses but the old bridge.
itself And now there is a movement
to stop this seriel ghost story of tax
alton.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03
Made : Bad BARGAIN.

In the days of rotten boroughs" In
England that of Cation Park is said
To have been the worst It had only
ore qualified voter and yet it returned
two members of parliament OF
course with this right the property
was very valuable and in 1880 it was
purchased by Lord Monson for $780,
600. Two years later it was disfran-
ehised-
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03
A. Bad a. THAR

Everything goes in Pittsburg, except
on Sunday The Injunction there Il
-'Six days shalt thou graft but the
seventh shalt thou rest" It Is said
of them that They keep the Sabbath
day and everything else they can In,
hands on-"-Memphis GTeun-1 New
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1903-10-03

Swimmer Makes Record.
A young EngliShman swan across
Lake Neuchatel, a distance of four
and a half miles, in 2 hours so min
uteS.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

the experience. The till contained only few dimes and some stamps.
 Word was received in Tombstone Thursday, says the Prospector, that the posteffice at Turner on the Nogales road, about eight miles south of Fair bank, was robbed Wednesday evening by two men.
 From what we can learn of the affair it seems that about o'clock in the ev- ening two men on horseback rode up to Clarks store where the postoffice is To- cated, and walking into the store pulled their guns on George Clark, the pro- prietor and postmaster, and made him turn over what cash he had on hand in the postoffice and the store, which amounted to about $100. The men then walked out mounted and rode away in the direction of the Huachuca noun tains Both men are described as be- ing short and heavy set and heavily armed. A posse is in pursuit Of the robbers
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
POST OFFICE ROBBERIES
Stafford Office Burglarized, Turner
 Postmaster, Held Up.

Some time between the hours of 10 p. m. Saturday night and F. m. Sun day the postoffice at Stafford was en- tered by bold gang Of thieves. who drilled two holes into the safe and stole a small amount of money from the till.
 The work of the burglars was not dis covered until some time Sunday after noon, says the Bulletin, and was not generally known about Stafford until Monday morning. As there is no mall in Stafford on Sunday the office is not opened until late, and the lady in charge of the office did not notice any thing wrong until the money till was found open.
 The burglars entered the room from the rear of the building by forcing the lock of the door. That they were nov ices in the safe cracking business there is no doubt. Two holes were drilled into the safe door near the combina- tion- One was drilled to a depth of T quarter of an inch and the other nearly an inch. In the upper hole, which was the deepest drilled, the jimmie struck a piece of chilled steel through which the tool could not penetrate. After sev- eral hours of hard drilling the amateurs gave up the attempt, and confined their attention to the money till, which was easily opened. They were not reworded in q financial way. but probably wanted
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
AnusenentS

Laugh and the world laughs with you'' is the truest saying as regards those funny fellows, Murphy and Mack, in "Finnigans 400.' This farce-comedy has played with phenomenal success all over the Ilngiish-speakinS world. There is vein Of humor direct from the fountain of fun that nipples and spaIkles in the sunlight Of this fun riest of all farce comedies, "Finnigan's 400." It was written to make people laugh, to drive away all thought of care and make us forget our troubles. It is bright with wit and humor; the most pleasing of popular songs, catchy spec ialties, pure in tone, lively in motion, handsome costumes, graceful dancing and artistic action.
 Murphy and Mack are so well known that it is hardly necessary to go into debate about their ability. They have caught the public's fancy and their act ing is so true to nature, boiling over with the native wit of Irish genius that it makes the audiences roar at their funny sayings. There is no farce come dy on the stage that has as many laughs in it as "Finnigan's 40C.' It is not often we have the opportunity Of enjoying this treat, so don't fail to give Murphy and Mack a good and royal welcome next Wednesday evening, Mach 3. when they will be with us at the Doris theater. Reserve seats at Goodman's. Regular prices, G5c, soc, 75c and S1.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
THE REPUTATION 0F Dr. HIBBARD

as educated and success sful special ist IS thoroughly established. His reliabili- Ly, fair dealing, skill and progressiveness are fully acknowledged. Don't experiment.; make no mistake; get the best treat .uent. ur Hubbard succeeds in cases that bsffie ordinary physicians. Don't fool with electric belts treatme nt by sam pie and trial packages Shun electro-medical devices etc. Do not indulge in such misleading pIoposi- tions. If you do your condition will be worse lnstead Of better. treat each case by itself, not by job lot system. I first accurately know the disease with all iIs complications, then appiy the most effective remedies. If your case be incurable you will be told so. If curable, science, skill and eGperisnc will insure your recovery. ! make a specinlty of sexual diseases. The gen eral practitioner in such cases usually fails. He lack concentration Of faculties and is utterly unable to accomplish what the skill fuI specialist oan- BIoJo poison. with syphlitic conditions, bringing with it all that ls destructive to the human system. cal be cured without injurious drugs. My method is that of the best European special ists. Marked results are seen in few days. The blood animal tissues and hesh are restored. Eruptions, UlcerstiOns, etc, rap idly disappearand the patient soon feeis like & new man. Danger Is ahead if you neglect scientific special treatment. The long CT you wait the more dOubtIS II your case be- comes until at last you hetome physically wrecked. Consultation Free. All medi- cInes will be sent according todireetions. Call or address pr. Hubbard, 2S South Second avenue, Hubbard Building, Phoenix Arizona. Hours: 10 to F. to .. to !.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
CONSTRUCTION vs. OBSTRUCTION
First Methodist Church services-sa-
 cred Concert

First Methodist Episcopal church, corner of Monroe street and second avenue, Rev. Clarence V. CoWan, pas tor Services for Sunday are as fol- lows: Sunday-school at J:45 a. m. Preaching at Il a. m.
 A new feature has been introduced for the morning service. five min utes' address by the pastor to the junior church band at the opening Of the ser vice. The theme for the morning hour is "Construction vs. Oostructlon- Junior and Intermediate league at D. m. Epworth league at 6;3o- In the evening the chorus choir will give their second sacred song service. The fol7 lowing is the programmes:
 Opening voluntary, "Evenirg, Con cone.
 Hymn 14a. choir and congregation.
 Anthem. Seen Ye the Lord," Rob- erts, Mr. Wilson and choir.
 Duet, "Meekly May My Soul Receive, '' Millett, Mrs. Tiffany and MT. Todd.
 Solo, "Our King," Rotoli, Miss Todd.
 Offertory, "Venetian Boat Song, " Liszt.
 Hymn 491. choir and congregation, Mrs. Shirley Christy.
 Remarks by pastor, c. V. Cowan.
 Quartette, God Is Love" Shelley, Mrs Tiffany. Mrs. stcchan, MT. TodG and Mr Christy.
 Solo, 70, Blessed Redeemer," Bartlett, Mrs. Stechan.
 Quartctte, "Galilee." Palmer Messrs. Donneli. Pratt. Wilson, Todd. Anthen, "Sing, o Heaven" Tour choir. Bcnc1iction.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
cRAvENs SCHOOL OF MUSIC.

Branches taught are voice culture, pianoforte and theory of music. Pupils received for the present at Redewilfs music store in the mornings and at 321 West Madison in the afternoons, eX- cept on Wednesday. Wednesday at Tempe. Mir. and Mrs. Cravens after studying with the best teachers in Am erica went to London. England, and studied there with Mr. Shakespeare, the renowned singing teacher. Oscar Beringer. the leading piano teacher of London and MT. Ennis, the eminent theoriSt.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
DEVILED MUSHROOMS.

An old-time housewife, with modern ideas, gives this recipe for deviled mushrooms: They are to be served as a ''savory'' after the dessert and be- fore the fruit and coffee.
 Peel and remove the stalks from some button mushrooms. Scoop out 2 portion of the head of each, chop this finely with half a dozen more mush- rooms and fry in two ounces of butter with a minced shallot, a dessertspoon- ful of chopped parsley. and double that quantity of lean cooked ham. To these
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

highest respect and which insures for them a hearty welcome whenever they return. Manager Stechan has ar ranged to have MT. Curtiss and his company at East Lake park during the summer, and this assures Phoenix peo- pie of splendid entertainment during the warm season. The company returns here about the middle of April and will take a much needed rest before the summer season opens.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

Reduced rates to Tucson and return on account of grand sale of building lots by the city of Tucson, March 2nd For the above occasion the M. X P and Southern Pacific will make a round trip rate of $7.75. Tickets good only on train leaving Phoenix 4:3O D. m Getty time) March 1st. Good for return until March 3rd.
 M. O. BICKNELL, G. P. A.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

add a dasl, of cayenne, also little salt, pepper and dessertspoonful of curry paste. Fill the scooped-out mushrooms with the mixture, place them on but tered tin, sprinkle with fine bread crumbs and grated cheese and bake for ten minutes. Serve two on a small crouton to each guest.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

All people in Salt River valley who have reservation Indian help are re- ouested to report the same by person or by mail before March 10, '03, to Katherine D. Orr. care Phoenix Indian School. By order Supt. J. B. Alexander.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
THE NILTIES" ARE COMING TO
 PHOENIX

Canada $ famous Gordon Highlanders ''The Ililties'' are recognized as Can ada's peerless musical organization, and are certainly the most striking and uniquely costumed military corps that has ever toured America. The band has played to thousands in 800 Ameri can cities, creating everywhere . roof lifting furore of enthusiasm. and, judg ing by the great public interest which has been aroused. the audience at the Doris theater Tuesday March 24, will be one of the largest and most cordial ever seen in this city.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01
Trade Talk.
Mrs. Aylwins hairdressirg and mani curing parlCrs, il South Center, Cotton block.

Eastern tourists say the most attrac- tive store east of Los Angeles is the large fruit store of Chas. J. Sanichas, Is West Washington, Phoenix. Thous- andS of pounds of all kinds of fruits are put out daily. It is the largest fruit store east of Los Angeles. Sani- chas also handles the choicest of can dies and the best of cigars.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

The Curtss company closed it's en- gagemcnt at the Doris with a fare well matinee yesterday afternoon and 9 delightful performance last night. and will leave for Fl Paso, Tex, this after
 noon. where they appear for three weeks. The company leaves here with the best wishes of theater-goers and the public in general, for during their stay in this city they have conducted themselves both on and off the stage in a manner that could only win the
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

The most tharkless task is to be a mother; after that it is to be a father, and after that it is to be a preacher.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

The firm of Englehardt & Beitzel having dissolved, all debts are paid and all credits collected by G. G. Engle hardt, Congress, Ariz.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

When you go to Tombstone, stop at Hotel Nobles.
Arizona republican., 1903-03-01

All kodak work will be developed and finished the same day at Mealey's.