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The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
LOUISA PRIMARY
win Be Held on Saturday S ptember
l2h, Viva Voc, Voting.

(Spec!al to The Times Dlspatch'
LOUISA, VA, July Pa meeting OF
the County Democratic Executive Com
mittee was held at the courthouse to-day,
nine of the thirteen precincts being repre-
scented, BY an almost unanimous vote
the committee decided for a primary
election for all offices from the Legisla-
trre to constable, The date for the pri-
mary is Saturday, September ~ 1903, and
the vote will be canvasseo pS tne COM
Hlittee two days later. Ihere VIII De no
assessment on candidates, as lne urinary
will be held without expense ANY per-
son can declare his candidacy UP to and
or the day of the primary election, The
Boards OF Registration VIII slt on Au,
gust cath, 9th and 26th, The voting VIII
be viva Voce, su
nounced thei, candidacy to-day to the
committee. viz: For the Legislature
Captain William Overton; for treasurer
w ]. Crank and DR.. P, = May; FOR
Commemorative Attorney-H. l. Gor-
don; for commissioners or reVehue--pT.
j. w, Baker, j. w. Flannagan ana -. i.
Richardson; for superylsof--W' Y Aeane
and c, Is Meredith ,anoa ,,,aasos
The candidates have al sisneu bieus sss
not to spend any money, INV a. WY
/ vote In the primary VIII pieue' 20
/ ia vote for the nominees. -. "a,
Mr., w, A. b. McComb, VINO SOLO ms
splendid estate on the south poraer VI
| the town last week to a geht'eiian from
/! Alabama. has purchased the resluehee .!
! Rev T. p Richardson. IN town, where
| he will soon reside. the tatteF eNpee'
| to leave the county.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
SOCIETY FOLK OF
FREDERICKSBURG
Young People Go to Dam on
Rappahannock and to
Underwater on Potomac
Especial to The Times Dispatch.'

Especial to The Times Dispatch)
FREDERIC SBURG, VA, July U.s.
Among the chief sources OF pleasure
among the young set during the past
week have been hay rides to the dam
on the Rappahannock River. above the
city where good things were served ana
fine time enjoyed for several hours, the
parties returning home by moonlight.
the Potomac
Colonel s. S. Brooke. clerk Of courts OF
Roanoke. is visiting his relatives here
this week.
Professor John r. Ficklen, OF Tulane
University. New Orleans was the guest
this week of his relative, Mr.. James 7.
Corbin
Many from here have gone to Atlantic
City this week to stay few days, among
them. Or. J. e. Tompkins and family,
Or. s. w. Carmichael and daughter, Miss
tiers, Mrs. c. c. Rowlett and Miss Maud
Embrey. Mrs. A. w. Embrey and children,
and her sister Miss Lucllla Yates.
Mrs ]. p. Rowe and three children have
returned from a pleasant trip down the
RappahannocK.
The family of Mr.. B. P. Willis Is spend
ing portion of the summer with rela-
tives in Cupeper county.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. L, Kalmback are spend
ing July with friends in Baltimore county.
Maryland.
Miss Mamie Pendleton has returned to
her home. near Gwathmey, after pleas
ant visit to her relative, Mrs. Anna G.
King.
Mr.. w, L. Bradbury. former resident
of this city. now of Orange county, was
warmly greeted here by his friends this
week. While here he was the guest OF
Captain NJ B. Rove.
Mrs. a. D. Alexander, Of Urbanna, has
been a visitor this week at the home Of
Captain s. J. Quinn and family
Mrs. Rufus Owen. who has been visiting
her parents Mr.. and Mrs. w. T. Ficklen,
has returned to her home IN Halifax
county, accompanied by Miss Vivian Con-
way.
Miss Frances Dickens, of Washington.
IS guest at kenmore" the homo OF
Mrs. w. Key Howard.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
MRS. WICCS" SEEN
in WARRENTON
The Play Successfully Pre-.
sented Tor Charity byYoung
Society People.
The Times-Dispatch.)

Especial to The Times-DiSpatch)
WARRENTON. VA. July ga FASH
ionable gathering witnessed the long looH-
ed FOR play, Mrs. VICES of the Cabbage
Patch,'' at the Town Hall last nigat. Tie
play has been the subject OF much con-
versat!on for long time, especially since
Liebler & Co.. of New York, the owners
of the dramatic rights to the story. e.
Considered their previous warming ana
gracefully permitted the presentation of
the piece in Warrenton. The programme
for the evening was as follows:
"Pettlcoat Perhdy," Comidietta.
Mir Geo O'oonnor of Washington, D.
c., a series of comic songs.
Mrs. Wigs OF the Cabbage Patch.' A
play In three acts.
Petticoat Perfidy was a brief but eI-
tremely catchy little play In which Miss
Louise Evans. of Wilmington. N. c.: Miss
saIlie Marshall, of Warrenton, Va. and
Miss Helen Walroven, Of War; enton.
played society role with an ease and
cleverness which called forth we'll merit
ed applause.
The audience we'll knew what to c1-
rect when Mr. George O'Connor tnof the
floor, only fun and laughtr all ire time
eo-~,e1 Mr. o'Connor Is a we'll
known comedian OF Washington. D. G.
Last of all came Mrs Wigs with
her h,rpy family depicting tho diffHr-
ent phases Of life as they occurred in the
cabbage Patch.
All the costumes were well chosen and
arrropriate
Mise louise Evans. Mrs. Wigs; and
Mss Mamie FERRIES. Miss Lucy O'co't.
bore the responsibility Of the princpHl
and perhaps the most dirNcnlf pate, nut
there were other roles which required no
end CT clever acting.
Financially the n!av WAS a great sue
cess. Tho K'rR's Daughters reaped bar
vest for charity and large amount Of
credit for themselves.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26

the Spanish merican war under CAPITA n
Wyatt and after few months serV &c
as a private was made corporal and a
little later sergeant.
At the reorganization he was made
first sergeant He was later elected sec
ond lieutenant by unanimous vote OF the
company and then first lieutenant.
Lieutenant Teller is a son OF the late
John C. Teller, of the National House of
Representatives. He is engaged In ire
printing business here with M tchel d
Hotchliss. He is widely known and pop
ular,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
r bit to g 7rera' Knox.
lRy Associated Press.l

THOMAsTON. ME-. July 25-A hand
some bronze tablet In memory of General
Henry Knox was unveiled here this af-
ternoon. General Knox was tho first Sec
rotary Of War under President Washing
ton besides having been prominent in
the Revolutionary struggle. The ia blet
was purchased by General Knox Chapter.
Daughters American Revolution. under
whose auspices the exercises occurred.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26

John Duell. the enterprising stage man
ager OF the ,B!jou. has invented new
arrangement for calcium effect, winch
will be used In the Bijou next season.
1t will be set in the little box In the
center of the gallery, but will be con-
nected with the stage and will be ope,
rated by Mr.. DUEL from the switchboard
behind the scenes, 1t will be sort OF
bulls eye effect to look at but It Is
believed that 1t will give more power
than the ordinary calcium operated In
the usual way. while 1t will be Infinitely
less trouble and far more satisfactory
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26

A seventy-five cent mole was found In
tho. excavations now being made under
the stage of the Bjou one day last week,
II bears the date OF April IA, 1882. ana
upon Its face declares that It is sooa
for seyenty-five cents when presented
in sums of one or more dollars. and IS
receivable for any dues to The city OF
Richmond, 1t IL signed by Fl. Chamber
layne for the President, II is In an eN-
celent state of preservation and was
neatly folded when found, just as It was
dropped there years and years age
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
Or. Br sher s ais.

(By Associated Press,)
NEW YORK. July 25,-Passengers who
sailed to-day on the steamship Campania
for Liverpool included DR., Lewis G.
Bosher, of Richmond. Va. and II, B. Ken
non, of Norfolk, Va.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
LIEUT.. TELLER
QUITS THE BLUES
-
Popular Young officer Re-
signs Because of Pres
sure Of Business.

Impelled by business reasons, Lieuten-
ant John f. Teller. has resigned as first
lieutenant OF Company A. Richmond
Light Infantry Blues. He would have
rendered his resignation some weeks ago,
but did not like to do so in the face of
an impending call to preserve order he's
during the strike
Lieutenant Teller enlisted in the Blues
Battalion August II. 1889. He served In
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
GRNAD ExcUR ION
Rlchmord to Danvilr, Greensboro and
Winston-Salem, N. G., August 10Th,
$3.50 r und Trip,,vl Southern Rail

Special excursion train will leave Rich
mond at $3.50 A. Nj. August 10th for Dan
turning, leave Winston.Salem at 1900
A, NJ. August 18th. arriving Richmond
about 7.3o a. NJ, Only $3.50 round TRIP.
Special care for white and colored peo-
pie, 4 splendid opportunity to visit the
Buy your tickets of the Southern Rail-
way Agent Fourteenth-Street Station.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
Nbout tito
PlayAousos



The Bijou Theatre Is undergoing re-
pairs of the most sweeping character,
ready for the next season. When COM
pleted, the house will have one Of the
largest stages In the South, and will
be as well equipped as almost any mod
ern theatre. 1t will be capable of &C
commodating the largest attractions. and
will Introduce all the latest and most
novel facilities for lighting.
The plans for the alterations have all
been made by Stage Manager DUEL,
and are being carried out under his d.
rection. The old boxes have been taken
out and the stage has been brought for
ward about twelve feet aud extended two
feet on each side. The seating capacity
of the palm garden has been rearranged
and some new boxes for small parties
have been placed on either side OF the
stage. The proscenium arch Is to re-
decorated and the house will have new
drop curtain and nm entirely new compile
ment of scenery. Not stitch of canvass
that has been there will be retained.
and already the artists from New York
arc at work on an improvised scene loft
back of the stage and In the scene loft
Of the scenery room which leads off the
stage.
When completed the theatre will be
perfect gem In Its way. 1t will be more
convenient, have larger seating capa-
city, and will be better In every way
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-07-26
C0RDEs, M0sBY 6 CO. C0RDEs, MOS
the RED LETTER BARGAIN WEEK.


by okakng August st and this leaves us but
OF
what hereis wothan
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

three or 70 minits m den said in a
whisper:
"'Uncle Reube. yo' went away OWN
me So an want it.
"'Brudder Gardner, yo' am a pesky
old liar was de answer almost befo'
l could draw my breath.
''Two years ago Brudder Artichoke
Johnson of dis club had de misfortune
to find gold watch in de middle of
de road He was arrested an tried an
sent to Sing Sing fur seben years. /
believe dey somehow made out dat
dere was drunken man attached to
de other end of de watch chain, 1t
fortunate, an arter fXin' my thoughts
on him | said:
"'Brudder Johnson, how am yo' feel
in jest now?'
1T was 10 o'clock at night, an l
reckon he was asleep, but not ober a
minute had passed when he replied:
"'None oh yo'r drafted bizness.'
"In de past two weeks | has made
other OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES dat
would have made de chills go up yo'r
backs six months ago. has sent mes
sages to Chicago, st. Louis. New Or
leans an Boston. | has commune
Gated with Siberia an Africa. | has
got my old woman so skeered Of me
dat she dasn't spend a cent fur stick
Of gum widout tellin me, an my old
dog sits up on end an bowls dismal
ly cherry time I look him in de eye.
II shall keep right on until telepathy
is as plain to de human race as teleph-
ony, an if l am de fust to solve it's
mysteries it will be my pride an yO'r
satisfaction dat it was accomplished
by a cul'd man an one of de down
trodden race.
"In conclusion, let me say dat I am
now receivin a telepathic message
from de old woman akin me to bring
home oatmeal fur breakfast, an in re-
ply shall tell her DAT de groceries am
all shet up, an she must stir up some
flour an have pancakes
M. QUAD.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
Socialist MayOr.

Copenhagen, the capital of Den
mark, has just elected Socialist may
or. He is working ~ inter- named
Jensen, who has been for some time
president of tine Danish trades unions.
After his election he was met outside
the town hall by procession of over
bands. They conducted him through
the crowded streets, which were lined
with cheering masses of workingmen,
to the Peoples hall, where a fete on a
large scale was held. Mayor Jensen
is the first Socialist to gain such a
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
1)ecOiIette.

II am angry with you," said the
society leade, to the reporter.
Angry with me? For what reason?'
he begged.
Reason enough. Just look how you
described my new French theater
gown. You gave it a scant ten lines
of comment. Why, you seemed real
ly at loss for something to say about
it,
''It wasn't my fault" protested the
reporter There's wasn't enough of
that dress to fill more than ten lines"
Judge.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
An Explanation.

II am told that none of the princi-
pals in the grand opera company speak
to one another"
"Well," answered Mr.. Cumrox, latter
reading their names on the programme
I don't blame them for letting one an
other alone instead Of trying to pro-
nounce them" -Washingt Star.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

son Moko, sire of Fereno 2:07A, cham
pion 3-year- old of 1900; Mabel 2:10 IA.
The Baron Wilkes family has now
more futurities and great races to is
credit than any family of horses living.
These facts are not owing to favorable
conditions or a combination Of cir
cumstances, but is natural result OF
speed producing qualities transmitted
from sire to sons for generations. Red
Baron's dam. Lady Wilkes 2:29A by
Red Wilkes, the champion living sire
of 2:30 performers, having 1872 in 2:30.
His sons have sired 524 from 2:OO3
to 2:30 His daughters have produced
135; both of these are more than any
other stallion living.
Baron Nitron's dam Regina ", dam
of Bessie Allerton 2:244 by Nitrogen,
sire of Hydrogen 2:0734, Kid Shea 2:l4,
etc. Robt. McGregor PIT IA, sire of
the worlds champion trotter Cres-
ceus, 2:02 IA.
| also have the imported Percheron
stallion, Brilliant XIV, (20189) 1875,
got by Coco 5754, dam Rosette 1754O, a
grand specimen of the draft typ,
weighing close to 1000 This horse
will make the season of 1908 at my
farm q of mile southeast of Lancas-
ter.
My thoroughbred stallion TeutOnic
will make short season at home after
July 4th. Will furnish pasture for a
few mares from distance at reason
able rates. Will not be responsible
for accidents or escapes. When par
ties dispose of mares, service is due.
Terms: Baron Nitron So. Brilliant
$40. Will insure living colt.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
His Creed.

'But, madam we say to the lady
who is attracting attention and excit-
ing invidious comment by the risque-
ness of her remarks and the uncon-
ventionality of her actions. don't you
believe in a hereafter"
"Sure / dov' she declares, winking
knowingly. But l draw the line on
these people who believe in a past.''-
Judge.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

communicated to me de fact dat a po-
liceman was hangin' around de gate
to interview me. Again as l was goin'
up an alley wild q basket on my arm
to look fur coal she warned me dat
de fust shed should come to on my
right had a man an shotgun in it. l
could cite yo' numerous other Incl
dents, but dose have menshuned will
suffice.
"Havin' got at de key of telepathy, |
purceeded to enlarge operashuns. 70
all remember Uncle Reube Jackson,
who used to be a member of dis club,
but moved to New Jersey three years
ago. Happenin' to think of him one
night, l kept my mind on him fur
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

Robert McGregor, 2:1714, sire of Ores
ceus, 2:O214, the worlds champion stall
lion and over 80 others in 2:30. Second
dam Maud H., 1884, by Masterload,
sire of % in 2:30 and brother in blood
to the great Dictator. Third Dam,
Molly Hood, by Tom Hayest, 1924
one of the greatest race horses of his
day. Fourth dam by Bashaw, so, sire
of II in 2:30. In 1901 but two new
worlds trotting records were made
one by Peter Stirling, 2:1f15, by son OF
Baron Wilkes, and the other by Ores
ceus. 2:0214, by Robert McGregor, 2:1O
We find the first on his Sire'S side and
| the second on his dams side.
Baron Nitron won sweepstakes over
horses of all ages at the Plattevllle fair
last fall las 3-year-Old."
If like begets like there is no rea-
sor why Baron Nitron should not be-
come good sire of speed. His sire.
Red Baron, won one of the longest
races on record, and is good young
sire and product of two living cham
pions of today-Baron and Red Wilkes.
Baron Wilkes, the worlds champion
sire of extreme speed, sire Of Bumps
2:03L and s others better than 2:1O;
% in 2:15 and los in 2:30. His sons are
also champion sires. Oakland Baron
| 2.O9 IA sired the champion green stall
lion Of 1902, Rhythmic 2:0S, and he was
also the champion money winner, win
ming S21, $50. He also sired the cham
pion 3-year-old trotter of the season,
Gail Hamilton, 2:114; and Baron De
Shay 2:O8A: another son, Prince of
India, 2:1324, sired by Prince of Orange
2:0715. The Raja 2:144, champion 2
year-old gelding of 1901 and champion
3-year-old gelding of 1902. Another
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
Strictly Business.

Mrs. Smick-Why do you pay your
maid such exorbitant wages?
Mrs. Smack-Oh, it pays in the long
run. She never breaks those expensive
vases any more for fear we will take
it out at the end of the month.-Chi-
cagO News.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
Travelling is Dangerous.

Constant motion Jars the kidneys which
are kept in place in the body by delicate at
tachments. This is the reason that travel,
ers. trainmen, street car men, teamsters
and all who drive very much, suffer from
kidney disease in some form. Foley's Kid
ney Cure strengthens the kidneys and cures
all forms of kidney and bladder disease.
Geo. E. Hansen, locomotive engineer Lima
O., writes, Constant vibration of the en-
gin caused me great deal of trouble with
my kidneys and got no relief until l used
Foleys Kidney Cure. Jos Bennett.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
A Tribute.

"a very able divine, isn't hep
every. 1t is wonderful how he can
adapt the Bible to the requirements
of fashionable congregation. "-Phila-
delphia Ledger.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
Her RepertOry.

Helen's always gay;
Rather shuns repose-
Concert, matinee,
Everywhere she goes.
Studies twice a week
with such eyes of blue)
Lessons French or Greek,
Driving; music too.
Goes to youthful teas;
Glories in the whiri.
Do you wonder? She's
Just a modern girl!
L. M. S. in IIarper's Drawer.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

Bay horse, foaled in 1898, 16 hands
high, and weighs 1900 lbs.
The best bred and one of the best in
dividuals in Grant county, having fsur
of the Worlds Champion sireS close up
in his pedigree. They are: Baron
Wilkes, 2:1S: Red Wilkes, 2:40; Robert
McGregor, 2:1715, and Alamont.
Sired by Red Baron, 2:2915, sire of
Ralph Williams, 2:2315. the highest
priced stallion sold at Splan & New
grass February sale in '96, and of Bar
on Drift, the highest priced young
stallion sold at the Chicago Horse
Companys sale in February, 1901, and
of Ecstacy, the Smile derby winner,
7:1794, within IL seconds of Worlds
record, Pleasant Hill Belle, 2:2094;
Drifancy, 2:2914; Elma o, 2:1614.
Red Baron by Baron Wilkes, 2:l9,
champion sire of extreme speed. Sire
of Bumps, 2:0314, and others in 2:1O,
and champion sire of champions, and
great show horse. being awarded the
first premium for stations of all ages
and first premium for stallion and his
gets. His colts were awarded several
others at the great Readsville Horse
Show in 1900
Red Barons 1st dam Lady Wilkes,
2:294, by Red Wilkes, sire of Ralph
Wilkes, 2:0694, and 161 others in 2:3O.
His family is represented with 26 from
2:001a to 2:10, including such noted
horses as John R. Gentry, 2:OO12; Cold
ridge, 2:O514; Sally Toller, 2:O62, and
his son, Ashland Wilkes, was champion
sire in 1901.
Baron Nitron's dam, Regina v, dam
| of Poccio lIoytO1o O.OdN hQr fret fOa
and Baron is her second, by Nitrogen,
q o. l.0- 1rr
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
Always Rejected.

Corinne-So the dear boy thinks mar
rage is failure? Has he tried it?
Mabel-No. But he has failed every
time he has tried to try it.-Puck.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
Professional Cards.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS WATKINS & MOSES
Farmers Phone. Sc; Union Phone, So.
Practice in all State and United States
courts. Office over State Bank of Grant
County,
Lancaster, Wisconsin.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

NOTARY PUBLICLY. MARTIN BURGESS.
Insurance and Collections. Acknowledge
ments.
Cassville, Wisconsin.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

ooh, listen to the orchestral cried
the bride who had been taken to New
Jersey on her honeymoon.
"Orchestra?' asked the groom. "Why,
that isn't 'music-it's mosquitoes" p
Chicago Tribune.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

PHYSICIAN. GODFREY M. D.
Office oyer postofice. Residence two blocks
northwest of rand Central hotel.
Lancaster, Wisconsin.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

ATTORNEY-W. j. BRENNAN
Practi ,es in all courts Office in Wright
House Block.
Lancaster wisconsin.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS TAYLOR.
Practice in all State and United States
courts. Office in Clark building
Lancaster. Wisconsin.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30

ATTORNEY-GEO B. CLEMENTSO.N
Office in Baldwin Block,
Lancaster, Wisconsin.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1903-05-30
BROTHER GARDNER.

an absent mind
ed man He may borrow a dollar OF
yo' tonight an furgit all about it fur a
year or two. l don't say it to his detri-
ment, as he was bon dat way. He had
sot around fur awhile, tryin' to git his
courage up to de, stickin' pint, an he
had just opened his mouth to ak fur
dat So when | fixed my eyes on his.
De effect was magical He sOt Oar
wild his mouth open an his eyes hang
in out, an it was two minutes befo' he
could say a word. Den, instead OK
AKIN fur So he wanted to know if |
would lend him a spade.
"Dat's hypnotism. an it's one of Gle
mysterious fo'ces developed doorin Gle
last few years, but we am comm TO
somethin' greater, an that's telepathy.
Yo'd better write de word down an
keep sayin' it over an over, so 20 kin
git it off in de grocery an at de wood
yard.
"Telepathy am de act Of talkin' wild
another pusson at distance. He may
be only around de co'ner or he may be
a thousand miles away He may be
up tree or down in coal mine. 1t
am no new idea, but we as people
have bin so busy wild patent churns
an barbed wire fences dat we haven't
had time to take it up an develop it.
I begun to work at it about six weeks
ago, an my progress has bin all dat
could be hoped fur. | don't want dis
audience to go home tonight an have
nightmare an dream of ghosts, but
do want to speak of few facts.
"N1y fust experiments war made on
de old woman. Gwine around Gle co.
ner an wallzin' a block down de street,
I'd tell her dat l wanted tripe fur din
ner or Goldfish fur supper, an, 10. she'd
prepare de said dishes. | could make
her carry out ashes or bring in coal.
II could not only communicate wild
her. but could receive communion
shuns. l was a mile away one day
when she told me dat de flour BARI
was empty an de last of de taters in
de kettle On another occashun | was
comm home at midnight wild a couple
of chickens under my arm when she