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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30
AN ADVERSE REPORT
COMMISSIONERS OPPOSE APPRo-
PRIATIoN BILL AMENDMENT.
Senator Galhnger's Proposed Purchase
or Condemnation of Part of Massa-
chusetts Avenue Extended.

The District Commissioners will make an
adverse report to Senator Gallinger II Is
said, on the amendment proposed by MIN
to the pending appropriation bill making
an appropria ton for the purchase or con-
demnation under the code Of that part OF
Massachusetts avenue extended between
Joliet street and Fairview Heights subdi-
vision 1t has recently been determined by
the courts that the District has no title
40 the portion of the avenue In question
The amount of land it would be necessary
to acquire under the terms of the proposed
amendment would be about one and one
third acres. and its value is estimated at
about 5000. The amendment provides
that upon failure to purchase by agreement
the land shall be condemned under the
provisions of the code. The only provisions
of the code which might be applicable at all
are sections 4S3 to 491 but these do not
provide for any assessment of benefits on
surrounding property such as is usual in
laws providing for the extension of streets
Prior to the decision of the court in this
case the District of Columbia understood
1t had title to this part of the avenue, as
It had on record a dedication, made in
1901, of Massachusetts avenue from Rock
creek to the Tenleytown road, which in
Cludes the part under consideration. This
dedication was signed by parties having
three different holdings between the limits
a part of the land as trustees, and signed
as SUCH but as to the part included be-
tween Joliet street and Fairview Heights
they We're owners in their own right and
failed to state that on the dedication.
They sold the part which they owned in
their own right about three years ago.
Believed It Had Good Title.
The District of Columbia, under the I'M
preston that 1t had good title, started the
workhouse gang grading on the part of
the avenue in dispute, and was enjoned
at the suit of the parties to whom the
land had been sold. Recently, upon
hearing of this suit the injunction was
made permanent. Only a small amount OF
work, not over $50 in value, had been done
up to the time of the Injunction.
While the opening of this portion of the
avenue would be of benefit to parties own
ing land beyond. the Commissioners believe
Its opening is not absolutely necessary at
this time. such parties have an outlet
at present to Tenleytown road, though
with somewhat of a detour. The Commits
cost of the extension should be assessed as
benefits the surrounding property, and
In order that this may be done the bill
should follow the form of recent street eX
tension bills. They do not believe the eX-
tension should be accomplished through an
amendment to the District appropriation
bill for this reason. and for the further
reason that their estimates, which have
been submitted to Congress. will cover all
such improvements that are justified by
the revenues of the District.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30
Teach Your Daughter to Work.
he Woman's Home Companion.

Jrom the WomAn's Home Companion
Any American girl Is possibly and prab.
ably. going to need to fall back upon her
own resources some time. The up. and
downs Of fortune are too certain. too con-
epicuous to need pointing out To bring up a
girl without any training in a useful occu-
patton Is not simply improvident and fool
3sh. but 1t Is wicked. Feminine character
peeds independence to make and keep 1t
sweet and perfect. The darkest tragedies Of
life grow out OF the ignorance. helplessness
aud dependence OF women. Courage, train:
Ing In work, Independence of character and
Helf-yelisnce-&hese, with high Ideals Of wo-
@Anhood for inspiration, are what every
&iya needs. Only through intelligent work
SAo the highest character be attained. and
Ae 6towth Of character Is the whole pur-
poe4 Of this school which we call 'the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30
WOUNDED MAN EXPIRES
DEATH OF JAMES WILLIAMS AT
EMERGENCY HOSPITAL.
Was Shot in the Head Sunday Last by
Samuel Washington
SimmS.

James Williams. colored, died at the
Emergency Hospital about noon today. He
was shot In the head last Sunday after
noon, 1t is alleged, near the home Of Mrs.
Lizzie Moten, on the Sargent road, in the
county Mrs. Molten lives beyond Brook
land. near the District line, and the shoot
ing occurred after Williams and number
Of other colored men had been in her house
drinking. Samuel Washington Simms COL
ored, who did the shooting, surrendered to
the police and made statement of the at
fair. He was formerly a resident of Gull
pepper, Va, and his victim had lived at
Oxon Hill, Prince Georges county, Md.
Samuel Simms and his brother James had
been in Maryland during the morning hours
hunting rabbits, according to the state
ments of the prisoner, and in the afternoon
they went to the house of Mrs. MOten, the
wife of a colored laborer, and INDUCED in
number of drinks with other men.
Angry words passed, and when SlmnS
got some distance from the house he as
charged one shot. he says, to frighten the
other men and keep them from him.
Shortly after this shot was fired VIII
liams, his brother and others came from
the house and were apparently following
him, when he turned and fired another
shot without taking aim. This shot, the
prisoner stated to the police. was tired Tor
the purpose of turning the men back, as
he feared he would be roughly handled
should they overtake him. Simms sur
rendered to Policeman Stroman an hour
after the shooting occurred, and Detectives
Horne and Hartigan were afterward de-
tailed to make an investigation Of the
shooting.
Death Came Suddenly.
Williams was conveyed to the hospital,
and there was such an improvement in his
condition that the physicians thought he
would recover. This morning he was sit
ting up conversing with others in the hos
pital, but between II and IL o'clock there
came change for the worse, and in
few minutes death claimed him.
This afternoon arrangements were maze
for the removal of the body to the m 'lsue
where an autopsy will be performed. 1t is
believed that death was due to hemorrhage
of the brain. Simms was committed u
Jail on a charge of assault with intent to
kill. He will be present at the inquest,
which may be held tomorrow.
Since Sunday the officers of the tenn
precinct swore out warrant for van
Molten and his wife, Hannah Moten, charg-
ing that they conducted "speakeasy at
their home. The case was taken before
Judge Scott and jury trial was demanded
Bond was given for their appearance III
court.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30
NEWF0UNDLAND's BEAUTIES.
It Has Caribou, Grouse, Salmon, Trout,
Climate and Scenery.

Sir Robert Bond In the New York Independent
regret that SO little is known of the
island by the pleasure and notwithstanding
people of this country, Tor + feel sure that
IL it were better known hundreds of Amer
leans would visit 1t during the summer sea-
son. The summer months are perfectly de-
lightful. There are no extremes of heat or
sudden changes to cold; the air IS fresh and
bracing. As regards scenery. Newt found
land has been aptly termed the American
Switzerland, for 1t abounds In beautiful
lakes. rivers TEEN with salmon and trout.
which are free to all who desire to throw
the fly.
The hills and valleys OF the interior af-
ford the finest caribou and grouse shooting
to bessfound anywhere. / speak from a
knowledge that few. IL any. even Of my
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30
What Happenedr

From the Philadelphia Press.
Quigg has explained. Lessler has explain
ed and Doblin has explained Now, who
can tell what happened?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30

you have taken out your share the remain
der is bundled back, and or he goes to the
next house.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30

Will you look ahead little half and of the
OF your summers supply of Negige Shirts?
The samples know have done their duty for the orders
have been placed If have them take them
of the factory We're going offer them
and believe you'll appreciate the privilege.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30

They hggrade Madras and Percaes stripes and
figures with cuffs attached and others with separate
They're make Of Shirt that has reputation for its fit and good
taste in the selection of its patterns.
In regular price there won't be anything offered any
atactveand you get the benefit big difference
between regular and special price
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
NUMBER 90
dering on the stately, but always cling
ing close to human nature. We thank
Brother AXE for this nice little book.

From st. Pauls Parish Messenger.
st. Paul's is proud OF the fact that
in the parish the author of "Oua-
neetee" resides. Anyone desiring to
read short and we'll written story OF
the red man had better not let an
opportunity go by of seeing and read
ing "Ouaneetee''. From the first leaf
until the last the interest of the reader
is held and the revelation of the divine
attribute OF love as seen in the red
mans character is worthy OF uote.
The knowledge OF nature is also one
that the author might well be proud of
and it 10 lesson to all that a true
knowledge OF Gods creation leads one
to know more really the creator Of all
things. To see in nature Gods handi-
work is the true conception of God
himself 1t is with great pleasure that
this book is recommended to all to
read
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
Job-Work of all kinds at this Office
Call and see specimens.

"Some time ago my daughter caught
severe cold. She mplained OF
pains in her chest and had bad
cough. | gave her Cham berlain's
Cough Remedy according to directions
and in two days she was well and able
to 60 20 school. have used this rem
edy IN my family for the past seven
years and have never known it to fail"
says James Prendergast, merchant,
Annato Bay, Jamaica, West India
Islands. The pains in the chest indi-
Gated an approaching attack OF pneu-
monia. which in this instance was un-
doubtedly warded off by Chamberlain's
Cough Remedy. 1t eouuteracts any
tendency of q cold toward pneumonia.
Sold by Arcadia Valley Drug Co.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01

place OF the usual selection | give one
OF them here:
The rarest gift by tow'ring Jove bestowed
On puny mortals here below,
Is love! 1t rears to heaven his dropping
And teaches him its bliss to know!--
To know, ere yet his aftes life begins,
The joys the angels know, and takes
From out his soul the stulting thought of self,
And him to noble deeds awakes!
o love, the dearest passion known to man!
That purgeth out all evil things,
And maketh sordid thought and act to flee
To baser mind that earthward clingsl--
Without thee, life weary waste and drear
Would lie in cold and gloom supine!
On thy white wings we ever, ever rise,
And thus attain to heights divine!
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
From Bonne Terre Star.

lou DOAAC lCIIC otdls
The long expected book by Eli AXE
the veteran editor OF the Ironton REG
IsTER, has been published and the Star
is this week In receipt of copy. This
production, under the title Of ''Onan-
eetee, Legend OF Sunset Mountain, ="
is not the story Uncle Eli had in mind
when he went South a year or two
years ago, but it is production in
spired by the occasion and in fulfill
ment of promise made to write to
two little friends in Ironton.
The production is all the work of
Mr.. AXE, from the writing to the bind
ing and as such will be highly priced
by his many friends.
The work abounds in beautiful
thoughts, expressed as only Uncle Eli
knows how to express them, the deep
feeling mind are lavished upon the
work and from the pages the reader
may CLEAN something of the thoughts
and feelings of the author. Especially
beautiful are the poetic lines with
which the work abounds.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01

The currency system provided for
the Philippines by Senator Lodges
bill is described by the New York
Tribune in this way: The gold dol
lar of the United States, or a coin OF
identical value, is to be the standard
of value. But silver is the popular
currency of the Islands, and will prob
ably remain 30; it surely will in the
important particular of fractional cur
rency. This fact is to be recognized
in the coinage Of a silver peso, or dol
lar, and Of smaller coins which shall
be aliquot parts thereof--just like the
silver dollar, half dollar, quarter dol
lar and dime in the United States.
There, will, however, be this import
ant difference, that the silver peso. or
dollar, in the Philippines will be
worth only half as much as gold
dollar. This ratio will be fixed by
law, and the Philippine government
will be authorized to take whatever
steps may be necessary tor maintain
ing it. There is also an interesting
difference between this proposed
scheme for establishing the gold stand
ard and that adopted by Japan in
March, 1897. Japan had formerly
the double standard, with gold yen
actually worth about dollar of our
money and silver yen of nominally
the same value, but intrinsically worth
much less. Japan effected the change
from the double to the single stand
ard by cutting the gold yen exactly in
two, the new yen being worth about
SO cents American, while the silver
yen was kept at its former size, but
reduced in nominal value to parity
with the new gold yen. Thus it was
hoped to maintain the two in circula-
tion at par. But the bullion value OF
silver continued to decline, and there
was consequent danger that men would
make counterfeit silver yens and ex.
change them for gold, so further laws
we're passed prohibiting the circula-
tion OF the silver yen and putting an
end to the exchange OF silver for gold
at par. We shall see II the plan de-
vised for the Philippines will avoid
the evils Of the original Japanese
scheme aud the necessity OF supple
mentary legislation."
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
a Good Recommendation.

81 have noticed that the sale on
Chamberlain . Stomach & Liver Tab
let's is almost Invariably to those who
have once used them" says Mr.. j. H.
Weber, prominent druggist of Cas-
cade. Iowa What better recommends
tion could any med cine have than for
people to call for it when again in reed
of such remedyp Try them when
you feel dull after eating, when you
have bad taste in your mouth, feel
bilious, have no appetite or when
troubled with constipation, and you
are certain TO be delighted with the
prompt relief which they afford, For
sale by Arcadia Valley Drug Co.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
From the Iron County Eagle.

from the iron county Eagle.
"Ouaneetee. the Legend of Sunset
Mountain. is the title OF neat little
book of 1873 pages which has been pre-
sented as Thanksgiving souvenir to
The REGISTER readers by Editor Eli D
AXE. The book ls written in clear
style and embodies very entertaining
plot, which has to do with a legend of
Indian origin woven around Sunset
Mountain of near Ashevil.e, N. G. 1t
is an excellent portrayal of Indian
superstition and Indian treachery, and
affords an opportunity for interestingly
bringing before the public many
thoughts Of it's author deservative OF
more than passing notice. 1t will
prove to some readers more than a
means for time killing. or course,
critic-inclined person might say that
the language put into the mouths of the
characters is too dramatically cor
rect and indicative of too much in
teligence, but a book in which all
conversation might be recited ver-
batim would be almost without inter-
est. And, in whitewashing the con-
versation of his characters, Mr.. AXE,
in my opinion, has not gone as far as
did even Hawthorn with his Pearl in
1.-The Scarlet Letter." The tale is
studded with many things, in both
prose and verse, that will be highly
appreciated by the lady reader.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
The Secret Of Long Lite

Consists in keeping all the main or
gans OF the body in healthy, regular
action, and In quickly destroying
deadly disease germs Electric Bitters
regulate Stomach, Liver aud Kidneys,
purify the blood, and give splendid
appetite. They work wonders 10 cur.
ing Kidney Troubles, Female Com
plants, Nervous Diseases, Constipa-
tion, Dyspepsia, and Malaria. Vigor.
Gus health and strength always follow
their use Only SOC, guaranteed by
Arcadia Valley Drug Co.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
From Fredericktown Democrat-News.

From Fredericktown Democrat-News
"Ouaneetee, a legend of Sunset
Mountain" is a volume from the pen
of Mr.. Eli d AXE, editor of the Iron
ton REGISTER. 1t Is a eautiful Indian
story, the scene being laid in North
Carolina. The book is dedicated to
his Dear Little Sweethearts, May (8)
and Jean nette 10y" The principal
character is Ouaneetee, daughter of
the chief of the Ocogees. The Oco-
gees and Tuekees were Indian tribes
that inhabited the mountains OF North
Carolina; through the treachery OF
Oachu. who killed the son of the chief
of the Ocogees, these tribes became
bitter enemies Iwishyo, son OF Tus'
kee chief, is in love with Ouaneetee
and braves the danger of entering the
camp of the Ocogees for the purpose
of seeing her; he is captured and
sentenced to be put to death by torture
at the stake. He is taken out three
times to be tortured, but each time
the ebay God" suddenly hides his
face, and the earth trembles, and the
braves in fear and trem bling delay the
execution. At last Benontonah, the
wise woman of the tribe, warns the
warriors against the wrath of the
"Day God" and even as she speaks
the earth trembles and the "waters of
the beautiful Swannanoa river no long
or seeks the golden south, but rush to
the frozen north;" the warriors gather
around the wise woman OF the tribe,
Iwishyo is released, Oachu makes his
escape and the two tribes are reunited
and peace reigns. 1t is one of the
most il terestipg stories we have ever
read, and lis written in Mr.. Ake's own
peculiar and brilliant style. Mr.. AXE
gives copy Of the book to all of his
subscribers for Christmas present.
We think he has made mistake by
not putting it on the market.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
RONTON. MO. THURSDAY, JANUARY 1903 NUMBE


Froi nishment deserved; unjust and mean
4 her his loving mate,
Whose heart in cruel fate
Has ever bled beneath the blows
He deals and smiles as he bestowsl
The ban of Eve has been
To bear the brunt of sin
Because her lord and master wills it so
In dearth of judgment fair and true; weknow
How crafty self keeps in
And soft excuses sin
In self, but sternly just, denies
Fair Mercy's plea to others cries!
The woman tempted man?
Believe it you who can!
For me, whate'er my wayward life has grown
OF noxious weeds, the planting's been my
own!
The better things I know,
The purer thoughts that flow
In cleansing grace my being through,
l get them all, sweet Eve, from you!
No Eve pulled Adam down
And took from him his crown
OF life eternal! Aye her glory's been
To point the upward way of angels seem
"The way the Savior trod,
The way that leads to God!"
No tongue can tell, no man doth know,
How much that's blest to her we owe!
1t is true that this poem has no con-
nection whatever with the Legend OF
Sunset Mountain, and that the author
makes no pretense thereat; it is only
an interpolation on his part, carrying
with it sentiment he sought to ex-
press. Perhaps it is less impressive
in connection an Indian love story
written for children than tt would
have been elsewhere. but that is all.
Another that is filled with the true fire
and fervor of poetic fancy is the Wise
Woman's supplicatiou to the "God of
Day"-the sun. In it the author has
followed with master strides Develop
ment from nebula through chaos to
animated life and it's attendant hopes,
fears, meannesses and aspirations. 1t
is finished work OF exceptional merit.
The book was printed at Mr.. Axes
Office in Irunton, and it is only upon
the mechanical part of it that some
suggestions for Improvement may be
offered: 1t is deserving of a more
sumptuous treatment. But as Mr..
AXE made of it a present to the readers
OF his paper and his friends, and did
not print it for profit this criticism, II
it may be so termed, is scarcely tena-
BILE. The book contains 140 pages and
has half dozen appropriate illustra-
tions.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
From Poplar Bluff Republican.

We have received copy of the
"Legend of Sunset Mountain" This
is booklet OF 1873 pages, written by
Bro. Eli D. AXE. OF the Ironton REGIS
TER. 1t Is something of historical
love story, with Indian maidens, sava-
ges, bears and panthers lined up with
an easy, graceful pen, free from strain
or harshness. The plot is laid at
Asheville, S. c., and the surrounding
country, where the author spent some
months and was captivated by the
beauties and wealth OF nature. Many
pouderous and more pretentious books
fall far short OF the purity Of dction
and forcsful simplicity which run
through all these chapters, often bor-
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
From Jefferson County Democrat.

From Jefferson County Democrat
We have received from the author a
copy of q new, book, written and pub
lished by Eli d AXE, editor of the
Jronton REGISTER Its title is, 'sLe-
gend of Sunset Mountain" and, as the
name would suggest, is an Indian story.
II is a charming story and is inter-
spersed with some of Ellis gems Of
poetry and also some good theology.
There are some perilous situations de-
scribed, but, like everything else that
Bro. AXE controls, everything comes
out all right in the end.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
Finds Way To Live Long.

The startling announcement of Dis
coyery that will surely lengthen life is
made by editor O. H Downey, of Chu-
rubusco, Ind. 81 wish to state" be
writes, "thst DR. Kings New Discov-
cry for Consumption is the most infal-
liable remedy that l have ever
known for Coughs, Colds and Grip.
It's Invaluable to people with week
lungs. Having this wonderful medi-
cine no one need dread Pneumonia or
Consumption. Its relief is instant and
cure certain" Arcadia Valley Drug
Co guarantee every SOC and $1.00
bottle, and give trial bottles free.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
Job-Work of all kinds at this Office.
a Cure for Lumbago.

w. c. Williamson, of Amherst, Va,
says 'For more than year suffered
from lumbago. | finally tried Cham
berlain's Pain Balm and it gave me
entire relief, which all other remedies
had failed to do" Sold by Arcadia
Valley Drug Co.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
New Century Comfort.

Millions are daily finding world of
comfort in Bucklen's Arnica Salve. 1t
kills pain from Burns, Scalds, Cuts,
Bruises; conquers Ulcers, and Fever
Sores; cures Eruptions, Salt Rheum,
Bolls and Felons; removes Corns and
Warts, Best Pile Cure on earth. Only
25c at Arcadia Valley drug store.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-01-01
From Doniphan Prospect-News.


We are in receipt of copy of
"Ouaneetee, A Legend of Sunset Noun
tain" written by Eli D. AXE, the tai
ented and venerable editor Of the IRON
COUNTY REGISTER, who is one of the
best and oldest editors OF one OF the
Oldest and best newspapers of south
east Missouri. "Ouaneetee" is very
interesting Indian story most beauti-
fully told. Its scene is the mountain
GUS country adjacent to Asheville, N.
&. The book shows Mr.. AXE to be
charming writer Of romance. He has
long been recognized as very strong
editorial and political writer. May
we not now entertain the hope that he
will give us q romance of the beauti-
full Arcadian Valley in which he livesP