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Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12
A Cluster Of Windmills

the pins head. Then, bending the oppo-
site corners of each square of paper
until they all rest over the central dot
marked on each (see Fig. y, force the
pin, with the flower on its head, down
through the five thicknesses of paper,
and drive it we'll into the wood of the
frame. Be careful not to crease the
curved edges of the mills.
The mills are arranged on the frame,
as shown in Fig. 3.
If you find it inconvenient to get many
colors of the paper for the mills, use
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12

inches square. Slit each piece as shown
in Fig. /. Then out Of colored tissue
paper cut three round pieces, about the
size of a silver dollar, for each of the
Is mills, and with dull knife scrape
their edges until they curl like the
petals of a rose. If you crinkle the cen
ter of the pieces they will look still more
like q rose.
Laying the three pieces one on top
Of the other, thrust big pin through
them, and draw them well down over
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12

IT HIS is one Of the incest toys a boy
/ could have, and one of the best
things about it is that he can easily
make it for himself.
Get a thin strip of wood about two feet
in length and tack it to four crosspieces,
the upper piece being six inches in
length, the second piece nine inches,
the third IL inches and the fourth Is
inches. This will complete the frame
work for the windmill.
Now get some still paper of various
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12
Nantucket Rich i'm Names.

Nantucket, island and town, is in Man.
tucket county. Some of the places in
that county worthy of mention are
Coatue, Coskata, Nauma, Wauwinet,
Pocomo, Squam, Quidnit, Quaise, Sa-
chacha, Sankoty Head, Pulpis, Siascon-
set, Pochick, Tom Never's Head, the ter
ritories of the late sachems Wannoch-
mamock, Autapscot and Potconet, the
Shearing Pens, Shawkemo, Shimmo,
Monomoy, Massasoit Bridge, Nopque,
Wannacomet, the Washing Pond, No
Bottom Pond, Saul's Hills, Gains Hill,
Folger's Hill, Hensdale, Popsquatchet,
Hills, Trot's Hill, Eel Point, Madde-
quet, Whale House Lookout, Miacomet
Pond, the Haulover, Tuckernuck, Mus
keget, Abrams Point, Jeremy's Cove,
Wigwam Ponds, Egypt, The Gut and
The Pines.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12
COLLIE MATHEMATICIAN.
''0uess'' Can Add, Subtract and Mul-
ttDly and Rarely Makes q Mis-.
take in Figures.

Guess" is one of the most intelligent
dogs ever known in this section of the
country. She is a black Scotch collie,
and is now five years old. She can do all
of the ordinary dog tricks promptly upon
being told, but where she particularly
shines is in mathematics.
BY giving her slowly long string OF
numbers she will not only add, but SUBJ
tract and multiply, giving the answer, in
variably correct, in sharp barks. When
any member of the family goes after
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12
II BEEN WRITE FOR HIM TO COME
HERE"

tween its leaves as marker. She had seen
Wilhelm lingering about the kitchen
door very often of late, and had thought
very little of 1t. But with that glow on
his face, and the eager hesitation in his
speech the situation suddenly be-
came transparent. She gave little i'm
perceptible nod to herself as she waited
for the slow lips to proceed. Wilhelm
was q handsome man, and Greta was q
very pretty, capable girl. They had both
been in her employ long enough for her
to fully appreciate their value; and good
servants were hard to obtain. Her mind
skinned over the possibilities quickly
and conclusively. There was that pretty
cottage at the foot of the garden, which
the butler had once occupied. She would
raise the wages of both, and they should
have weeks outing at some good place
on the seashore, and
1T is my brudder," Wilhelm was say
ing, proudly. Maybe you hat hear me
speak of him."
"The one who came over with you?
Yes, you told me about him the day you
got here. He was very bright, l be-
licve?"
every bright" Wilhelm assented. "All
de odder of my peoples hat bodies; he
hat head. So we going let him build up
de family name. My fader say he be
lawyer, my moder think he better be
preacher. Den dey die, my moder de
last, and she tell me do everything for
Fritz. 1 bring him to America, and work
on de New York streets till he go t'rou
de two tree kind of school where he want
to learn. When he know everything
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12

common note paper-all of one tint, or
even white-and use pink tissue paper
for the roses. This will give neat and
pretty effect. You may even use COM
mon manila wrapping paper, If you
choose, without the flowers, and you
will have a cluster of mills that will
turn beautifully in light wind.
In putting up the frame-out of doors,
of course-tack it securely SO that
gust of wind may not tear It. down.
Louisville Courier-Journal
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12

accompany them without being told.
She will also take parcels to any men,
Der of the family by name, bring her
master his slippers each evening as soon
as he sits down, and when ready for bed
will go to the kitchen get and bring in
her mattress and give any one occupying
her chair clearly to understand that she
wants it.
Guess never forgets friend or for
gives an enemy. In her mathematical
accomplishments she is alert and observ-
ing of every move made and rarely
makes miss in simple figures.-ClintoD
(Wisl Letter.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12
PUSSY WINDS THE CLOCK.
Intelligent Kitten Never Forgets to
Perform Household Duty
Allotted to Her.

This is a picture of cat that winds
clock. She does not forget it, but
when the hour draws near in which she
is accustomed lind it she seats herself
in front of it and watches until the hands
point to the exact time. Then, climbing
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12
AN ACT OF CHIVALRY.
True Kindness OF Heart Depends
Neither on Age, Education
Nor Social Standiue.&

Altruism is a pretty high sounding
word, but the feeling that it represents
is not all confined to the upper classes,
as the following, taken from the Bap-
tist Commonwealth, shows:
It was a fatiguingly hot day, and
only those whose business was urgent
were found upon the scorching hot
streets. Presently little newsboy ap-
peared in sight. He was not alert and
bustling, as is the ideal newsboy; on
the contrary, he moved along as though
each step he took was painful to him.
Meeting an acquaintance, he stopped to
exchange greetings under the friendly
shade of an awning.
whats the matter with you to-day,
Jack? You get along bout as fast as
a SNAIL"
so would you, I guess, Tim Ragan,
II your feet were full Of blisters walk
Ing on the hot sidewalk. Every time !
put foot down it's like to set me cry
Ing" the other answered.
in question, and glanced at his own, en-
cased in pair Of shoes that had GER
tainly seen duty, but which still af-
forded protection from the heat Of the
dazzling pavement. Quick as a flash
he dropped down on a step, and the
next minute was holding out his shoes
to Jack. Here, you can wear them
until tomorrow. My feet amt bis
tered. Take 'em, Jack, it's all right"
and away he went, crying: "Three
o'clock edition Of the Post" at the top
of his voice, seemingly unconscious
that he had just performed brave
deed.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12

Miss Alice NJ Smith, Of Minneapolis,
MIMI, tells how woman's monthly suffering
may be quickly and permanently relieved by
Lydia E. Pn,khan's Vegetable Compound.
"DEAR Mrs. PNKHAM:-I have before given my
nent tor %scne but Lydia e.
making exception in this For two month would
pain and could find relief when
visiting friend Lydia E. Pinkhams Vegetable
had used with the best results and
found that worked wonders with now
only had to use few bottles bring ab2Ht this wonderful change
MISS ALICE SMITH, 8o4 Third Ave. South Minneapolis MINI,
man Executive Committee Minneapolis Study Club.
Beauty vanish
monthly pain
and see their best gifts fade Lydia Pnkhas Vege
Compound helps
freshness Of their entire
healthy carries safely through the various
crises and is the safeguard of W0man's health.
The truth about this
women published in this paper constantly.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12
Undoubtedly.

Undoubtedly.
HE seems to have been the victim of
circumstances"
"HOW sO?"
1.-THE jury convicted him on circum-
stantial evidence -Puck.
Williston graphic. (Williston, Williams County, N.D.) 1895-1919, 1903-11-12

up, she catches the weight in her paws
and drags it down. The clock is then
wound up for another "a hours. This
valuable pussy belongs to North d.
kota farmer, who thinks she is worth
her weight in gold.-Detroit Free Press.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03
PROVIDENCE OPERA HOUSE.

At the Providence Opera House for the
week. with matinee on Saturday only
Mr.. Forbes Robertson and Miss Gertrude
Elliott In THE Light that Failed. as
apted from Rudyard Kiplings novel by
George Fleming management OF klaw A.
Frlangcr.
stars and company that are absolutely
now 20 their audiences in America, in a
play that is very much out of the ordi-
nary.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03
PARK THEATRE.

The last week OF regular season at the
Park theatre opened yesterday with the
melodrama. kidnapped in New York.
and gave promise OF continuing it's sue
cessful career throughout the current
week.
The play. which portrays many scenes
and Incidents true TO life. Is OF absorbing
interest and reasonable character. It's
scenes are laid IN the metropolis and rep
resent some or the most varied phrases
or life. with many OF the interesting
characters OF the large city The COM
pany presenting it Is very good and the
play is well staged
The story OF the play deals with the
life OF rich mans child who is in charge
OF a young woman reduced 10 her menial
position through the unprfncipled work
OF the villain. After placing her father
I'm jail he seeks to abduct the child, whom
he will hold for a ransom, and throw the
blame on the young woman. Although
ne succeeds for a time he Is finally out
witted by Jack Dooley n young Journal
list. who Is I'm love with the young woman,
and who after many trying entangle-
ments succeeds IN clearing both father
and daughter and restoring the child to
It's parents.
Mr.. Barney Gilmore. as Jack Dooley.
makes a hit and his appearance is a
signal for applause. His songs are catchy
and we'll rendered. Mr.. Royden Keyth.
as Signor Mazcotti. king OF kidnappers.
has fine stage appearance and portrays
his difficult role TO the satisfaction OF
the audience. Miss Margaret May, as
Mary Brandon, gave very pleasing rem
dition OF the role. Baby Marion, as Baby
Clark won great applause and proved a
very amusing feature. The other promi-
nent parts were In good hands and re-
ceived warm applause from the large au-
dience. The costumes OF the ladies were
elaborate and of much higher order
than those generally seen at this popu-
Ira house.
Throughout the evening there were sew
eral specialties offered which greatly
amused the large audience. and included
Weston and Devaux. a musical team I:
Towry West. the we'll known German
comedian; Billy Hallman. who has an
eccentric speciality: Lillian Shirley In
songs and dances, and Barney Gilmore
I'm his latest song. Taking picture OF
Baby"
The mana cement announces for the
opening production by its new stock COM
pany. headed by Miss Ethel Clifton as
lending lady the popular Southern drama
"The Belle of Richmond
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03
KEIIH'S THEATRE.

The bill at Keith's this week Is an eN-
cellent one. and II found hearty favor and
enthusiasm with last evenings large au-
dience There were several old favorites
on the bill and several newcomers, but
each act scored a success. and the strong
and diversified bill in It's entirety made an
ideal evenings entertainment Heading
the list of attractions were those TWO
popular fsvorites. Johnny and Emma
city, through their former connection
with "A Hot old Time in which they
starred. for several seasons. They were
given hearty reception and scored their
usual tremendous laughing hit, ~ a
screaming bit OF farce, Casey the Fire
man" There IL no doubt that John Ray
IL one OF the funniest Irish comedians be
sors ths EaDh Inu nushed "proaponsiy D at
everything he said or did, His grotesque
makeup and funny little laugh alone are
enough to tickle the rsibilities OF any
audience. and his funny antics and lines
were provocative OF the widest mirth.
That we'll kn9Sn rural character actor.
VIII NJ. Cressy'a and his partner, Blanche
Dayne, offered bright little one-act play
which will rank among the best sketches
from Mr.. Cressy's pen. This Is called
"The New Depot" and Is another OF the
charming little Squire Tappan' stories
I'm which Providence theatregoers have
previously seen Mr. Cressy and Miss
Dayne The scene Is laid IN the little
country town of New Hampshire, outside
Of Squire Tappans house. The little
sketch Is fun OF bright lines. and tells
a pretty story full of sparkling humor
and delicate heart interest skilfully inter-
woven. Mr. Cressy does his usual artis-
tic piece OF acting and scored an emphatic
hit while Miss Dayne played adequately
the role assigned her I'm the little play.
Bedini and Arthur have been seen here
before but they can be seen dozen or
more times and enjoyed the more each
time. They have no superior in the COM
edy juggling line. and the audience were
quick to recognize that fact last evening
and united I'm giving them the applause
they so richly earned. Bedini has a
peculiarly graceful style OF Juggling
which makes II a delight 10 watch him.
and HIS little partner, Arthur, is undenia-
bly, one OF tho funniest blackface come
dians in vaudeville. They kept the au-
dience I'm an uproar every moment they
were on the stage.
without exception. the most daring and
startling act ever seen on any local
stage Is that given by the Brothers Sill
vas. who risk life and limb in novel
and hair-raising act on an unsupported
ladder With absolutely no aid or support
for the ladder. they climb rapidly and
perform all kinds OF difficult feats upon
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03
OF
CHURCHES
SUGGESTED
Richmond Street Congregational
Church May Consolidate With
Plymouth Church.

The Free Congregational Church So
ciety held a business meeting last eve-
ming in the Richmond street church to
decide upon q new location for the church
owing to a sale OF the present church
property some time ago to Edward A
Smith.
II was freely discussed last night. an
propositions and plans were submitted
and letter from Mr.. McCord was read
I'm which he mentioned several reasons
why a consolidation OF the two churches
CThe Plymouth church) would be mutual
ly advantageous.
The pastor OF the church. Rev. j. Her
bert yoeman presided over the meeting
and when he had finished reading Mr..
McCord's letter, he said that no action
could be taken until representatives of
each society had conference. In con-
sequence a COMMITTEES consisting OF
Messrs Edward Parkinson. Matthey Nc
Nair, Simon Smith and Miss Carrie Work
were appointed to represent the Free
Congrega tonal Church society at the
conference which will occur on Friday
evening
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03
WESTMINSTER THEATRE.

There were large audiences TO greet the
High Roller Extravaganza company at
the Westminster theatre yesterday after
noon and evening and while the bill pre-
sented is not any better than some that
have been given at the popular place OF
amusement there is sufficient merit In IL
to satisfy for those who take part do all
that Is possible TO entertain, The program
opens with a musical comedy entitled
"A Trip 10 Paris" with Ed. Marky, a
clever comedian at the head and I'm this n
number OF selections are rendered by the
girls of the company. Curtis and Davis.
German comedians open the olio and are
well received Morris and Bowen arc seen
in a comedy farce act, which would no
doubt be better IL they would cut out the
comedy part for they are good acrobats
and not comedians.
The Franklin sisters. Carrie and Belle,
sing and dance and are as good as any
in the line The three Lelliotts. musical
team are by far the best in the ollo, for
they are finished musicians and have just
a sufficient amount OF comedy I'm their
act to make IL enjoyable.
The three Armstrong;, bcyclists are
good and are the last in the olio. "Finni-
gan's Jamboree' Is the title OF the clos
ing number and In this tho entire COM
pany takes part This bill will be giver
every afternoon and evening during The
week
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03

10 release him until he had exhausted ms
repertoire one OF the most interesting
acts on the bill was that given by Her
bert Brooks. a card manipulation ana con
urer
This man did some new ana remark-
ably clever tricks. and completely mNstl-
fed the audience. who heartily appihunen
his work from beginning 10 end lie
finished with trunk trick that was
very puzzling and which ELECTED a gener-
Gus round OF applause from the amazed
audience Mr. Brooks unquesuohhDly
ranks among the very foremost caro-
manipulators and conjurers OF the day,
and his pleasing personality makes MS
work doubly attractive and entertain
ing Reed and Shaw offered their eNcel
lent act OF comedy ring work, their work
all being exceptionally good. Van Leer and
Duke, I'm a comedy sketch the De Muths,
whirlwind dancers: Armstrong and
Wright. singers and dancers; and the
Riograph completed most e@cehen'
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03

IL while retaining their equilibrium. The
audience hold their breath throughout
this most wonderful act and at the con-
clusion of II. they united IN "A spopta.
neous and prolonged round OF applause
which was a fitting tribute 20 the nerve
and skill OF the plucky foreigners.
a. -. Robbins was another performer
who earned the hearty applause given
him Mr.. Robbins work consists Of trick
bicycle riding but II is all Of An entire
~ new nature, all his work being stamped
by q decidedly pleasing originality anS
much more difficult than that evens at
tempted by other bicycle riders. He works
with great rspdity and ease and HIS
pirouette work was positively amazing
and evoked tremendous applause John
r.. Gilbert the eccentric comedian. Of
fered a capital monologue. delivered IN
his inimitable manner. and scored a big
comedy hit HIS facial expression greatly
aided him in his mirth provoking. and
his burlesque opera was truly one of the
funniest things ever seen here and drew a
hearty laugh from everyone present
r. J. Jose. the celebrated contra-tenor.
was given warm welcome. and gave
a number OF new ballads which displayed
his wonderfully high. clear voice 20 excel
lent advantage. Ills song. Dear old
Girl" was especially well liked and was
vigorously encored. Irving Jones. a coll
orcd singer with a decidedly unctuous
personality. sang "A number of up-to-datc
coon songs IN manner which pleased
the audience nightly and they were 10th
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03
lRPfR' AL THEATRE.

Thomas T. shea. supported by his
own excellent company opened his
weeks engagements AZ the Imperial
theatre Yesterday afternoon and received
a warm reception both afternoon and
evening from large audiences Such re-
ceptions could not have been unexpected
for Mr.. shea has long been local FAVOR
ite.
''The Pledge OF Honor" which was pre-
aented In the afternoon Is certainly one
Of the very strongest melodramauc OF
ferings at the Imperial this year Tree
from the exaggeration not too infrequent
I'm melodramatic performances II holds
the attention OF the audience and Its
powerful climaxes so worked up the au-
dience that there were remarkably
large number OF curtain calls at the close
OF the first three acts. Mr.. Shea's work
was OF the finished character that has
given him the reputation OF being the
best romantic actor 10 be seen at popular
prices on the American stage. The sup
port was worthy OF the star. AS for
the scenic effects they were not only
elaborate and beautiful but complete 10
even the smallest details.
Last evening Mr. Shea presented THE
Bellies; or the murder OF the Polish jew, y
which has been expressly adapted for Mr..
Shea by Louis Cardot "The Bellies" is
al INTERESTING pay anu hNNNi l" "
draw lovers OF good dTamatic productions
to the theater. Ii was finely produced
last evening Mr.. Shea finds scope In
this play for very earnest elocution and
for fine dramatic work. In all the varying
phrases OF the part OF Matthias he Is In
teresting. Rest though he Is In the
strongest. most exciting and terrifying
phases OF the Inn Keeper murderer. His
work won the most earnest favor with
his audience last night and notwithstand-
ing the severe strain OF the difficult task
his work seemed always easily done. The
curtain calls after the first act were
many and determined
In the opinion OF quite few theatre
goers this is one OF the very best Of Mr.
Sheas character nortrayals though some
prefer him I'm other parts. Last eve-
ming he showed that Matthias was char
acter in which he found occasion 10 dis
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03

play that finished restrained and vet
powerful work which has given him such
a splendid reputation.
Mr. Sheas support IN tho plece was
satisfactory. Spencer Charters aE Father
Walters. farmer, and J y. Gilbert as
Hans an old preacher gave fine por-
trayals OF old village wiseacres and with
John Michale as Caspar made . trio that
certainly held the attention and won the
approval Of the audience
Miss Charlotte Burkett gave an ad-
miral and finished impersonation OF a
young lady very much devoted 10 her
betrothed. Emma Salisbury Southland left
nothing 10 he desired a. the wife %
Matthias
The play r. well mounted and IN this
as IN all other things attempted by Mr.
Shea. everything is we'll done Particular
" well carried out and intensely inter-
esting was the scene in the fourth act
with the hypnctist Charles Rollins TAX
ing with success the part OF the hypno-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-11-03
EMPIRE THEATRE.

Daniel suley. who delighted Providence
audiences I'm past seasons with his inter
esting and lovabe Parish Priest" was
warmly welcomed last night as the genial
John Ryan IN his new drama. The old
NH stream The scenes OF this play
are laid in the beautiful Catskills region
Df New York state. whore Mr.. Sully's
summer home is. hence the actor is I'm a
position 90 give an adequate representa-
ton OF the lifc On that section.
John Ryan. village storekeeper. post
master justice of the peace and general
philosopher. OWNS n grist mill on the bank
OF "a stream. and in order TO gain more
water power plans TO tdam the waters up.
Ills plan is opposed by Gus Shaltus. and
in the controversy tho families OF both
are drawn into the vortex and 80 the play
develops. Ryans daughter and her lover
being separated and trouble follows trou-
bic. There are two other distinct love
stories aslde from that OF the miller =
daughter 20 there is plenty % heart IN
tcrest O. fact that would assure ~ a warm
welcome az the Empire
Through tho various scenes which are
in the country store. the Justices court
and tho fiour mill the interest is not al
lowed ~ fas and the play is brought 20
~ happy conclusion.
Mr Sully makes of Ryan n quiet bat
convincing old frishman. with = fund of
natural Wit and humor. and the character