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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22

He HAD SEVEN WIVES. AT Port
Gibson, Miss, yesterday the jury in the
case of Rev. Marion Lane, alias Jean
Skyles, charged with bigamy, returned
verdict of guilty yesterday. Skyles
was one of the most learned theologians
and eloquent orators in the State. The
evidence tended to show that Skylcs
had been married seven times. After
his last marriage Skyles fled to Texas.
and was captured at San Antonio. The
defense was insanity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
COURT OF APPEALS.

Lee & Snead VS.. Willis ct al. Argued
and submitted.
Farmers Benevolent Fire Insurance
Association of Franklin County vs..
Kinsey. Argued and continued until
today.
The next cases to be called are: Rich
mond Passenger and Power Company VS.,
Allen; Downey VS.. Strauss * Co. and
Others, and Southern Railway Company
VS.. Griggs. Nos. A, As, and 46.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
Discourages Aims of Organization

Rome, Jan. 22.-The formation and
aims of the Catholic Truth Federation
in America is causing considerable dis
cussion in the Vatican. AS understood
here, this society, organized by Bishop
McFaull, of Trenton, n. j., and Bishop
Mesmer, of Green Bay, Wis, aims to
organize a Catholic party in local and
national politics. Its model is the
Catholic "Centre party" of Germany,
which, by holding the balance of power
in the Reichstag, has been able to get
many valuable concessions for the
church. The Catholic Truth Fedora
alton believes in the same way it could
secure better consideration for the
church in the United States, especially
in the matter of schools. Archbishop
Ireland has sent a report to the Vatican
about the Federation in which he
roundly denounces it. The United
States is already the third Catholic
country in the world, Italy being first,
Austria Second, and the American
church is growing more rapidly than
any other. Therefore, say the Vatican
statesmen, it is unwise to arouse opposi-
ton in the United States by any politi-
cal action. On this account, the Fed
Grafton is discouraged by those in author
ity. 1t has already defeated Mesmer's
hopes to be archbishop of Manila.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22

Little Colds neglected-thousands OF
lives sacrificed every year. DIR. Woods Nor
way Pine Syrup cure little colds-cures oig
colds too, down to the very verge of consump
ton.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22

The home of Frank Nicholas, a colored
man living in SpIingtown, n. j., was burned
last night. When the blaze had been ex-
tinguisRed the charred remains of Nichols
wife were discovered and nearby was found
Nichols body with his throat cut from ear to
ear. 1t is believed to be case Of murder and
suicide
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
CONGRESSIONAL.

For three hours yesterday Mr. Burn
ham addressed the Senate in opposition
to the omnibus statehood bill. Becom-
ing fatigued, he suspended his remarks
until today. Mr.. Cullom explained the
necessity for considering the Cuban
reciprocity treaty and appealed to Mr..
Quay to permit an executive session.
Upon his refusal to sanction the propo-
sition a vote was taken, with the result
that the Senate refused to go into execu-
tive session, 81 to q. This was the first
test vote on the statehood bill.
Toward the end OF the day Mr.. Hoar
criticised the President for expressing
his approval or disapproval of bills be-
fore Congress had acted upon them. His
remarks were called forth by Mr. Burton
offering a bill, which he said had once
been vetoed by the President but that it
row met with his approval.
The House spent yesterday in debate
upon the Philippine coinage bill. The
minority offered a substitute, providing
for the introduction of the American
currency system into the island, and the
substitute received powerful support
from Mr.. Hill of Connecticut, who de-
clared upon the floor that the PROPOSE
ton for the extension of the American
system had the support of Secretary
Shaw and other high officials of the
Treasury Department. Those who par
ticipated in the debate were Messrs.
Cooper, of Wisconsin; Jones, of Vir-
ginia; Maddox, of Georgia; Patterson, of
Tennessee; Shafroth, of Colorado; Crum-
packer. of Indiana; Williams, of Illinois;
Hill, of Connecticut; Cannon, OF Illinois;
Robinson, of Indiana, and Williams, OF
Mississippi.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22
He HATES TYRANNY. The ses

He HATES TYRANNY. The ses-
sions of the Coal Strike Commits
sion in Philadelphia yesterday were
enlivened by some interesting testi-
mony. The feature of the SEES
sions was Chairman Gray's rather
strong remarks in commenting on an
incident where District President Fahy,
of the miners union, would not grant
permission" during the strike to a
contractor to erect a boilerhouse at a
colliery, which was necessary to pre-
serve the mine from damage. The
president of the commission said be
hated tyranny, no matter whether 1t
was practiced by an operator, a miner
or by anyone else.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-01-22

The Market.
Georgetown, Jan. 22.-Whsat 7SaS2.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

The Army Relief Society held meet.
ing at Rauschers yesterday afternoon
at 4 O'Clock. General Sternberg pre-
sided Speeches were made by Gen
John NJ Wilson. the Hon. John NJ
Thurston. District Commissioner Mac.
farland the Hon. r.. w Parker Gen
Charles Bird. and others. General Stern.
berg read a letter from General Young.
commencing the work Of the society.
The meeting concluded with recep-
ton, when the Marine Band under the
leadership of Lieutenant Santelmann.
played a number of selections, and tea
was served. The meeting was attended
by many prominent women Of the army
and navy set Among the Washington
members present We're Mrs Gillespie.
Mrs. Thomas Nelson Page. Mrs Brew
ster. Mrs Reamy, Miss Deering, Miss
Alice Parker. Mr. and Mrs Roland
Leigh. Mrs. Wayne Parker, and Mrs
Nelson \. Miles
The meeting was in charge OF Mrs.
Root, Mrs. Robert Shaw Oliver. Mrs
Chanee Mrs. Stern berg. Mrs. Le9nar I'd
Wood, and Mrs. James Parker. wife or
Colonel Parker. Mrs. Lamont, wife Of
the former Secretary of War. who is
president Of the society. ca me to Wash
ingtOn from New York 10 attend this
meeting. She was accOmpa MED by Mrs
Charles +. Roe. Mrs. Louis Fitzgerald.
Mrs. Burbank, Mrs. Duryea. and Mrs F.
NJ Clark.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
PRESIDENT WILL LIGHT
THE CHRISTMAS TREE
Medieval City in Convention Hall to
Celebrate the Anniversary of Land
ing of German Colonists.

The celebration arranged by tn,
United German Societies of the District
of Columbia in commemoration of tn,
10th anniversary Of the landing Of the
first German colonists I'm North America
will be declared officially opened next
Monday evening. President Roosevcii
viii press the key at the White House
which releases the electric current if.ta
the 500 lamps on the immense Christina.
tree set up in Convention Hall Tn,
celebration is 10 continue every evening
OF the week, with matinees Tuesday
and Thanksgiving Day
\ medieval German city COld Nurem-
burg has been erected in the hall. oc-
cupying a quarter OF the floor space.
Around this viii be built up a Gerna n
country fair. with dancing green. cot
Zee garden. windmill. gypsy camp. am
other attractions.
The exhibit will convey a correct inn
preston OF busy German holiday
German dishes and beverages will BE
served By attendants in German cos
TUNES Prizes. consisting of live geese
ducks, and turkeys Will be offered for
the best bCwlers. The German singing
societies OF Washington and Baltimore
viii sing German songs.
Thanksgiving Day Will be MARYLAND
Day. and special features have been
planned for the visitors from Baltimore
who are coming by special train. Mon
day Will be Congressional Day. when
Senators and Representatives will at
tend
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
CHANGES IN THE FORCE
OF NAVY DEPART MENT
Announcement Made of Employees Ap-
pointed, Resigned, and Promoted.

Clerical changes I'm the Navy Depart
ment have been announced as follows:
Appointments: W. A. Hanna ir.
copyist. at 500 per annun. Bureau OF
Navigation.
Resignauons-R. T. Mcneil. clerk. at
81 900 per anuum. Office Of Naval Intelli-
Eence: Miss r Perry. writer at S3.52 per
diem. Bureau Of Construction and Re
pair
Promotions-F. a. Pal.l Ter. from copy
list al $40 per annum 10 special laborer
Clerk al 1904 per diem. Bureau Of Nav
igation H. c. Drummer. from copyist at
SIS per diem 10 writer at 81 50 per diem.
Bureau Of Construction and Repair: T.
g. Elder. from special iaborer (stenogra-
pherl, at $500 per diem 10 cOpyist at
SOS per diem, Bureau OF Construction
and Repair =. J. Boiseau. from special
lab0rer tsteaographer) at $3.50 per diem
10 special laborer (stenographeri at IS. %
per diem, Bureau OF Construction and
Repair
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Social News and Gossip Of The DaU.

nue. The Rev. Henry 3. Lee. of Char.
lottesVille Va, performed the cere
mony. The French drawing rooms were
elaborately decorated with white chrys-
anthemums. asparagus vines and South
ein s'nilaN. and the colonial hail and
the red-tinted dining room We're fragrant
with American Beauty roses
The north window recess. where an
improvised altar had been erected. was
lined with asparagus vines and lilies
OF the valley. cluster of wedding
bells, composed OF the same flowers.
We're suspended from the ceiling with
white gauze ribbon
The groom and the best man. Judge
Warren McConighe. and the five grooms-
men-Robert Adams, ir.. of Philadel-
phia, cousin % the bride; AR War
rem of Troy, y. y. "a cousin OF the
bridegroom; Mr. Marvin. of New York
city; Captain Cledden of the army. and
Lieutenant Hudgins, of the navy--Ied
the way for the bride and her attend
ants. who included Miss Ethel Stud
ley, of Providence, r. L.: Miss Eliza
Riggs. of Maryland; Miss Old. OF Nor
folk. Va. and Miss Charlotte Black
burn, of Alexandria Mrs. John Melton
Hudgins. the sister of the bride. and
Mrs Richard Murphy. of Troy. the sis
ter Of the bridegroom. The bride who
was escorted by her father, looked I'M
USUALLY handsome in her wedding gown
of white liberty satin, deliberately trim
med with point lace. Her tulle veil was
fastened with lilies or the valley and q
diamond pendant The bridesmaids
wore fr5cks of pale green chiffon and
carried white chrysanthemums
The ceremony, which was witnessed by
"a limited number OF guests. was fol-
lowed by a large reception. at the con
ClusiOn OF which supper was served in
the library TO the bridal party and Few
Intimate friends.
Mr. and Mrs. McConighe left town last
evening for "a long wedding trip. after
which they viii take possession of their
home. Il East Fifty-first Street New
York city.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Weddings.
Fletcher Schneider.

The marriage of Miss Margaret Il.
Schneider, daughter of Mrs. Mary
Schneider and Peyton 3. Fletcher .ook
place last evening at o'clock at the
home Of the brides mother in Wiscon-
sin Avenue
The bride wore a gown OF crepe de
chine over taffeta. trimmed with chiffon
and rare old lace. and carried shower
bouquet ofs Bride roses and lilies OF the
valley Miss BERTHE Foley. who was
maid OF honor and only attendant, wore
dainty gown Of light blue crepe de
chine over Dtffeta. trimmed with am
tique lace. Sc carried la France roses.
TIE ceremons was performed by the
Rev g. &. f. Brateaahl. rector Of ST.
Adams Church. The groom is the son
Of George w Fletcher. of Georgetown
Later in che evening Mr. and Mrs
Fletcher lott Washington for brief
honeymoon tin. They viii be at home
after Deceml5cs at 23n Wisconsin Ave
nnue.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
THERESA VIANZONE
TALKS ON REVOLUTION

a distinguished audience gathered Al
Rauseher's 10 attend the third confer
ence ON French history in MademOiselle
Niauzone's 5eries OF lectures on Tues
day. She SPOKE of THE Victims of the
French Revolution. Her graphic pic
ture OF the exciting events I'm that
stormy period. I'm which 50 many fell by
the guillotlne. held the closest atten-
ton OF the audience.
The remaining three conferences viii
be given at the Russian embassy. Count
cassini and his daughter. the Countess
Marguerite Casslni, are close personal
friends OF Mademoisellc NianZone and
have been present at all the conferences
as have most Of the members of the Dip
lOmatic circle.
The next conference. on she Coincide
Franchise viii be given on Friday ana
the two others VIII follow on Tuesday.
NnNember "a. and Erlday. NoNember q
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
MRS. DSRENOORF GIVES
EVENING MASKED BALL
Many Attend Costume Dance at III
Tenth Street.

The home OF sIr and Mrs l. * OAR
endorf. of IL Tenth Street northwest,
was the sceLe of most enjoyable cos
tune dance Tuesday night The house
was converted into "a verita bic bower of
roses, chrysantaemums. palms. and au-
tumn foliage. AT T. O'Clock the masks
were removed and supper was se8s ed.
Among those present were Miss 5.
lynch, impersaHatng one Of the royal
family Of China ia most artistic cos
tune: Mrs. Judge kietey. as Portia:
Miss Cannon. Of Baltimore. with DR.
kietley, as a Texas couple; Colonel
Williams and Mrs Williams. Quakers:
A. Hart as monk; Messrs. Moore.
Corey and DR.. Davis as Chnamen Mrs.
Audrey. Messrs. EdmOnstOn and Pow
ers as japanese girls, Miss Y. Lane.
gypsy; Miss G. Lane. night Mr. Dam
forth, Happy Jim; Mr.. Ensign. IN
dian chief; Mr.. Wagner, Uncle Sam; Col.
A Helper. Spanish cavalier; Mrs. Gre
Voicie as Happy Jim 3 wife: Mrs whoa
ton q hospital nurse the AIessrs. Pow
ers as ie infants teri Bile. Besides those
IN costume were Judge Hietley. DR..
Jones. Albert Maloney. Mr. and
Mrs Mathews Of West Virginia,
Horace Winter. .dlss Moore Mrs Bond
Mrs Conrad well-knOwn orchestra
discouFsed delightful music during the
entire evening. being situated in a bower
OF autumn leaves
Albert MalOney. after the judges
decision. declared the winners OF the
prizes OF the best and most attractive
costume. Alexander Helper won the
gentiemans prize. which consisted Of
a Christmas stocking; Miss Cannon woa
the lady's prize. consisting Of a fancy
mirror
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Thaw-ThomsOn.

Miss Mary Harrington Thomson. OF
Port Huron. Mich. and Joshua Copley
Thaw OF Pittsburg, were married in
Grace Episcopal Church, Port Huron.
yesterday. Pink and white chrysanthc-
NUNS were the only flowers used II the
church decorations
Miss Thomson was attended by h1
cousin. Miss Mary Harrington. of Port
Huron, and Harry Kendall Thaw, Of
Pittsbdrg brother OF the bridegroom
was best man. Miss Thomson's gown
was of pointe appliqu4 ace, draped over
white chiffon. the whole fitted to a foun-
dation Of ivory satin
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

cd Mrs. b Rush Rhees. Mrs. Frank
Williams, Mrs. Edward Burton Jones.
Miss Bertha Ellis. Mss Frances Brock
ct. Miss Margaret Green, and Misses
Jessie and Mary Collision. Miss Flora
g. Rhees. sister of the bride. was maid
of honor
The bride wore the conventional white
satin gown, trimmed with duchess lace.
a tulle veil fastened with a diamond or
uament. and carried lilies of the valley
and Bride roses. The maid of honor and
bridesmaids an wore gowns of white
lace with touches of pink in the trim
ming
The ceremony. which was attended
only 10y relatives and "a few intimate
friends, was followed by a reception to
several hundl ed guests. Among those
from out of town were Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles LoXles and Mr. and Mrs Lox-
ley. of Philadel 'hia and Mrs Charles
Warren. of Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Lox-
ley left after n reception for long
wedding trip.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Dinners and LunCheonS.

Miss Sanger. daughter OF General and
Mrs. Sanger gave a luncheon yesterday
Ia honor of Miss Eliza Bates. whose
marriage 20 Frederick r. Swift. OF Bos-
ton, viii take place on next Monday
ne guests included the young women OF
The bridal rarity
Mr. and Mrs. G. q. Glover entertained
AT a young peoples dinner last evening
Ia honor of Miss i, liza Bates
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Loxley-Rhees.

The marriage of Miss Grace Margaret
Rhees and Benjamin Ogden Loxley. OF
Philadelphia. took place last evening at
30 o'clock at the home of the brides
parents. The ceremony was performed
by the REV Teunis Hamlin.
The drawing room. where the cere-
mony was performed and the haIl were
attractively decorated with cut flowers
and foliage The wedding party includ-
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
sHoRT CUT FoR asUNsEr.n

SALT LAKE CITY. Utah. Nov. -
The last ran OF the Southern Pacific
the Sunset" route-cut-on across
the northern arm Of Great Salt Lake.
by which two hours viii be saved be-
tween ogden and Lucien. has been laid.
Regular traffic over the cutoff. ir is
said viii be begun within sixty days
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
MENUS FOR TOMORROW
sEASONABLE FOOD SUPPLIES ON MARKET BENCHES

on mark 10
n
4 the
other at 70
cents q 10 % cents were fav
A OF 8 %
cents still Of
peck pull the price
een "a a erri cents a quar-.
o the price The cold
ne eggs ate wils be greatd elcacy
% dozen:
apiec ram irons TO s. centsa doze
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
FORMAL DEDICATION
OF ST. AGNES HOME

The TT Rev Henry Y. satterIee.
Bishop Of Washington. oficiated Tues
DAY al the formal opening OF ST Agnes
Home. a017 o Street northwest The
home is ia charge OF the Sisters az the
Epiphany. who had prepared an inter-
Ssting program.
Twelve orphans are now provided FOR
f. the home
AFTER a short address by Bishop Sat
teriee tea was served.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
McConighe- HIoran.

one OF the prettiest weddings of The
early season was chat of Miss Eleanor
Berger Moran and Malcolm Stuart Mo
C9nighe, &c New York. which took place
yesterday afternoon at the home Of the
tride's parents. Mr.. aud ldrs Francois
Berger Moran. in New Hampshire Ave
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Richardson-Bogley.

Mr and Mrs. r. a. Bogley have issued
invitations Tor the wedding reception
OF their daughter. Ruth Emma, and
James Mason Richardson, Wednesday
evening. November .. from $50 To 10
o'clock. 1906 Twcnty-eighth Street
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Cabinet Notes.

The Secretary of the Agriculture and
Miss Wilson, entertained the members
on the convention Of State colleges. now
IN session in Washington, at a recep-
ton last night
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Reichelderfer- McCauley.

The marriage Of Miss Mary McCauley.
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. James Nc
Cauley and DR. Luther Halsey Reicl.el-
derfer took place last evening at the
home of the bride 5 parents. 1906 Street
northwest The Rev DIR. 5. III. Newman
performed the ceremony The brides
gown was of white satin, trimmed with
lace. She wore a tUlle veil and carried
"A bouquet Of lilies of tue valley Mrs.
William Binke. jr.. was matron Of honor
and Fairfax Bayard was best man. Lit
tie Miss Mary McCauley and Master Nc
Cauley Carter of Chicago. preceded the
bridal party as flower bearers. Only
relatives and intimate friends witnessed
the ceremony, which was followed by n
large reception. DIT. and Mrs. Reichel-
derfer left town last night for a long
wedding journey. Upon their return 10
the city they win be at home at 1905 p
Street
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Wall-Niernsee.

The marriage is announced of Miss
Annie r. Niernsce and Allen 5. Wall.
both OF this city The ceremony. which
was performed ~ the Rev. Lewis
ODonovan. took place in Baltimore or
November IL
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
Chit-Chat.

Lady Herbert, who arrived at the
Shoreham last Tuesday night with her
sister Mrs Cornelius Vanderbilt. went
for drive yesterday afternoon. Lady
Herbert came To Washington to attend
to few personal matters in connection
with her own and her husbands affairs.
and has kept herself in the strictest
seclusion possible
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

Miss Finley, daughter OF Mr. and Mrs.
William w Finley. OF Connecticut Ave
nue., viii be introduced 10 society on
Thanksgiving Day.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19
ARMY RELIEF SOCIETY,".

Mrs. Hope Slater and Miss Gwynn
have returned from a short trip abroad.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

Mrs r. Leigh arrived yesterday from
England to visit her sister. Mrs. Richard
Wayne Parker. at her home. in Rhode
Island Avenue Mrs Leigh is the daugh-
ter-in-law Of Lord Leigh
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

Senator aud Mrs. Quay. who have re-
Gently opened their home here. win have
as their guest this season. Miss An
toinette Quay, of Hudson. Ohio. a cou-
sin OF the Senator
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

Mr.. and Mrs Holbrook. of Cleveland
Park. have as their guests. Mrs G. i.
Peck. and her daughter. Miss SsIIie
Peck. of New York
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

Mrs. Ludlow. who has rented her homo
to the Secretary OF War and Mrs. Roof
is spending "A few days in the city as
the guest OF Mrs. Dewey.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-11-19

Mrs. Nelson N. Aldrich and the Misses
Alerich wife and daughters OF Senator
Aldrich accompanied by Miss Black
well, Of St. Louis. are expected here
In short time
Mrs. Aldrich has not closed her horae
In Providence. though she Will spend
much of the winter here
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-10-02
Siarnclr.

In one of the large misunderstanding
establishments in this city an irish.
nan was employed TO watcl. one of
the entrances.
One day the superintendent saw
the Irishman was neglecting his duty.
and told him to SO to the office and
get his money, as his services were
no lo1ge. reedcd.
The superintendent went away ou
business that day and was gone about
week or ten days. Ga bis return he
happened to be passing this same
place and was surprised to find the
1r1shman he had discharged still act
ing as watchmaii.
He said: Il thought l discharged
you a couple Of weeks ago.
Sure says the lrishman.
well, why didn't you get out whom
you we:e told?'
"Oei | know when got good
boss, It YOU don't know when yod
have a good mau"
Needless 10 say. he 10 sti. there
Philadelphia Ledger.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-10-02

orsraIts on Tombstones.

Philadelphia marble dealers are TAX
ing keen interest in an enterprise,
which had its origin in Denmark, for
reproducing the pictures of dead per-
sons on their tomhstones. They say
that it is very probable that the move
ment will spread to America in short
time The picture on the tombstone
craze started among tie Danes DIS
result of the use o. artificial marble.
A Danish master builder succeeded
In producing a stone of such delicate
tints that it was impossible to disrln-
guish it from the natural product. The
Imitation of the more expensive spe'
c,es was found tV COS. far less than
the natural. and is made in any form
desired--columns, plain or ftuted, and
capitals-as readily as fiat sl1"s The
durability is said 10 be as gre23 as
that of the genuine marble. 1t was
also found that it WIS Lossible to re
produce, by carving. picture OF the
deceased person, in the imitation mar
Bile. much easier and Ar cheaper than
the work could be dons with the genu-
Inc article.