davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
THOMAS HANSON.

South Orange n. J.. July 10 (SpeciaD Thomas
Hanson a wealthy and retired New-York business
man died last night at his home. No. Sos Hami-
ton Road South Orange. as result OF a henor-
rhage Although past ninety-one years Old he
had been in good health recently. He was born
:. r-ro1,,d brt he had made this country his
home for many years. His wife, three sons and
two daughters survive him
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
PostOmce Notice.

Should be DAILY By all interested. changes
may occur at
Forelsn mails for the ending July H. 1903 VIII
close promptly in ali General Postoice
folows Parcels Post Mails hour earlier thar
Closing time shown below. Parcels post malls for Ger
many close D n. Monday Friday.
Regular and supplementary nails close az Foreign Sta
tion haf hour later than closing shown below lex
espt that Supplementary Malls for Europe and Central
america via Colon close hour later Foreign sta
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
rHE BANCROFT SAILS FoR LIE oRINoco.

Washington, July 10.-The gunboat Bancroft lef
Port of Spain to-day for Ciudad Bolivar, on th
Orinoco River, TO investigate the reported seizure
of American merchantmen by both Venezuelan gov
ernmeut forces and insurgents,
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
Died.
BeGle. CathaIlne c.
--=r Alice /.

my =s- ------Ia rs T. Ms. Catharine Craig Bedl=
Funeral sunday. July
e-.-ee - -- % Nt.-s
Freehol.- -tta-..- tfr,S4
ther notice ---7''' ''''''- -'
pr.s-,-A. yvash.-rtaa c.--- July 10 Alice
L % -.7 -~- ts 80 4@7-E-i
Westervelt Best. age = +-- 81 'ss
July 10 1S-. -' t- - " 81
New-TorE CRY. A. t' - -
y. Y, In The srtn 'f -HSoLtSe
or funeral hereafter t8inEiAafltpii tN 80 -- '@9-
ingTon %. c. papers please copy
CORwIN-Ann Maria Corwin. widow Q. iAs ..-- S1ss2a
" Csorwu IN seth year OF heE age E--S-s. ssl-
LATE No Sourh Stn-sts EEooA-
md afternoon. al 1 O'Clock lltsrr1eat a.
1s-6saS q arrival oc Monday morning train Eiveg~
hfaA please copy
euddeny July O. william Craig son 0, Aary
c-stg Snd the late Hutton Ching Eunsrel
- hs late residence. Nc. ~ West 7lst-st on Aos-
Julv a. 2.30 O'Clock
t-ft her 10 Wihoushos
Isrooslvn Fifth day. seventh month nnth
,ell,,- n @ Haviland- Funeral az Fofe1ese
Msatnx House. First oay. Seyentn nonln 49,
ric~E will meet the s.lo train rom
C.rsnd Central Depot ~ White Plans
AsTsON-At Lgue Conn. July g. Israel AA.-on - -.s
Of Funeral services A tas ~SA>~~
sag.onsi ChuTsh- Saturday July IL a. p -
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
THIRTY-sIx KILLED BY POISON.
Three Men Arrested at Cracow for Causing
Deaths of Children.

Berlin July 10-A dispatch from Cracow, cap
ital OF GaIcia, Austria says that thirty six
children there have died after eating poisoned
candy Three men have been arrested as the
perpetrators of the crime.
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11

kttphest temperature yesteday - dsgrees lo"ss 20
,ge s. average corresponding dare last year 81
f.- ,.o--espordins date twenty years %
80 fsrera-t-Shoygsr- warm to-day ana
81 saudas. frsgH WEst Niz--~~
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
CHESTS OF LORD MAYOR.
OFFICERS At LUNCHEON,
5uother Anglo american Lo0e
Feast IN London.
..,., 10 The New-yOrk Tribune by French cable9

.-u..,aJ 70 The New-york Tribune by French Cable)
,,,rvrirbt. 1903: By The Tribune Association)
.son Julv 1O-There were fresh honors to-
= for another deputation OF officers from the
.-ican g. SQUADRON at the Mansion House.
-. luncheon was served in sumptuous style
.,ora than two hundred guests, including
dozen actors The Lord Mayor took up
s charles Beresford's parable and suggested
=. President Roosevelt visit London, where
,o,,ld be overwhelmed with kindness. Ad-
-,-.t Cation spoke again with saiorlike direct
- and acknowledged with exceptional hearth
-. tbe welcome received by the squadron.
o.,o+or Depew. who seems TO have accepted the
=. NJ ambassador by brevet for the festive
-.son made perhaps the shortest speech OF his
.s- surprising his friends by his self-re-
-.-sf-+ but pleasing his English auditors by
.-,rIiraerts 10 the King and comments on the
,.-n,, relations existing between the United
Stsfes. England and France. Ambassador
rboate contented himself with proposing the
- ~ The Lord Mayor. Mr.. Choate enter
.stnes Admiral Cotton and his captains in the
.,e,ing at dinner party, including forty
nets The Kings dinner party on the pre-
-4o,s night is described by those who were
cent as remarkably brilliant from the dis
-, NJ gold plate and roses. The Kings speech
= honor Of the American Navy was brimnlng
o,sr with cordality and good feeling, and
those who heard IT are expressing regret that
!, cannot be reported for American and English
s.5ers Mr.. Choate's response was highly ap-
-rsciarive Of the honors shown TO the American
Nsvv. The Prince Of Wales has announced his
attention 10 visit the American squadron next
rock AZ great personal Inconvenience "wing 10
engagements ia London. Nothing has been left
,,ndone by royalty 10 inpart unique distinc-
,ion 10 the welcome given TO the American
squadron.
The allied universities dinner tonight d. the
Hotel Cecil was an immense gathering Of Eng
1ishrnen and Colonial visitors, but was dull
affair because the Prime Minister, who presided,
neglected TO lay emphasis the imperial OBJ
;acrs Of the conference of representatives Of
British institutions Of learning throughout the
world Mr Balfour discussed in a philosophic
spirit the tendencies Of secondary and univer-
sitv education and vaguely considered the pos
sbilitv Of esta blishing centres for specialized
study and research within the empire without
encouraging treason against university learning.
Among many dull responses from Colonial rep
resentatives, Sir Gilbert Parker's speech was
the feature Of the evening. He brought out
clearly the object of the unique university con-
ference which was not to diminish classical and
philosophical studies at historic seats of learn
ing. but to secure by academic federation the
application of science to industrial life.
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
Special Notices.
Tribune Subscription Rates.

THE TRIBUNE will BE- sent BY mail to any addre.s q,
this country OF abroad and address often
desired subscriptions may Be given your rezular
dealer before leaving or Il mere convenient hand them
IN at THE TISlBJ NE Ofhce.
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
THEIR RIGHT no VETO.

Claims of foreign powers to intervene In
the election of the next Pope discussed by
Ex-Attache. See tO-mOrrOws Tribune.
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11

Mail subscribers New City 20 the DAILY ana
TFtI-WElEKLY will be charged cent a copy extra
postage in addition TO the rates named above.
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
TRIBUNE LOCAL OBSERVATIONS.

:, .., d,sgraun the continuous white lne shows the
tnrrs In pressare indicated BY The T-ibunes self
Seraiug barometer The dotIsc le ShoWs me tenpefs~
80 oe rrecorded BY the local Weather Bureau
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11

x,-nat,,a Cocoafne aIays al irritation OF the
scaID and prevents the Hair from falling out
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
Domestic Rates.

BN EARLY MAIL TRAIN
Sor ali points the states Canada and H~x1r,
ouJSide OF the boToughs OF Manhattan Bronx
Also &c Cuea Porto Rico Hawaii and the Philippines
without extra expense for foreign postage
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
SINGLE COPIES

SINGLE COPIES
SUNDAY cents WEEKLY rErvrr.vr s..-..
DAILY, cents TFlT- -V-TTETv ..nfs
WEEKLY FARMER cents
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11

Address relative subscriptions
advertisements THE TRIBUNE. New-York city. Re
nit by Postoce order money order. draft
registered letter.
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11

me following official record from The Weather Bureau
,bs changes n the temperature for the last twenty
hor in comparison with the corresponding Gate %
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
Enreirn Rafr.-

For points In Europe all countries Universal
New-York tribune., 1903-07-11
MRS JAMES G. BLAINE FAILING.

Augusta Me. July 1O.-Mrs. James G. Biaines
physician reported tonight that she rapidly
failing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
High School Speaking Contest.

The first of the preliminary contests
in the series which are TO precede the
final exhibition in City hall. was held
at the High school building. There
was q good attendance of pupils,
parents and friends, and the affair
was most entertaining.
There are four divisions of the school
for the preliminary contes,s, and the
others will follow, Thursday and Fri
day evenings of this week and Monday
evening of next week. The 10 sue
cessful participants are to take part
in the prize contest which will be held
next term. The proceeds of all of the
entertainments will be used for the
expenses incidental to graduation. next
June. The judges chosen for the con-
tests are Mrs. Marie Macomber Wes-
ton, Miss Harvey and B. f. Fuller.
Their decisions will not be presented
until after the last of the preliminary
contests.
The program OF last evening fol-
lows:
frayer' Rev. Mr.. Alvord
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
Winsiow GRANGE Elects Officers.

The following officers have been
elected by the Winslow Grange for the
ensuing year: Master T. +. Hitchings;
overseer, Burt Chamberlain; lecturer
Alice l.. Hall; steward, j. o. Peck
assistant steward, A. II. T.. Duffam;
chaplain. T.. Fl. Patterson: treasurer.
S. ii. Drrmmond; secretary, G. w.
Horne: gate keeper, Eddie Getchell {;
Ceres, Mrs. f. +. Hitchings: Pomona
Mrs. S. II. Drummond; Flora Mrs
Nellie Ellis; lady assistant steward.
Mrs. A. Fl. Z. Buffam; member OF ex-
ecutive committee for three years, C.
f. Warren.
The degrees will be conferred, Fri
Gay and Saturday evenings, there be-
ing a class Of 81. On Saturday even
ing Il harvest supper will be served
ard State Master and Mrs. Gardner
are expected to be present and per-
haps some of the other State officials
as well. All members who are present
for the State meeting, Saturday even
ing, are cordially invited to attend.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
THE CARNEGIE INSTITUTE.
Meeting Of Trustees Attended by Nh
carnesie-Report on Progress.

Washington. Dec. S.--The second annual
meeting of the trustees of the Carnegie
Institution was held in this city. today
There were two sessions with a dinner
following in the evening. Andrew Cacnc-
gle: who set aside the fund for the insti-
tuition was present, as also was AleNan-
der ASgasiz of Cambridge, Mass. tn,
president of the National Academy OF
Sciences.
The report submitted on the proceed.
lnSS OF tie past year was supplemented
ny explanatory statements by Or. Gilman
the president of the institution, and by
Dr.. Walcott, the secretary Mr. Carne.
gle made a brief address in which he
commended the work already done and
talked generally of the aims of the insti
tuition 70 give q liberal encoura cement
in cooperation with other institutions to
investigation. research and discovery to
provide buildings, laboratories. books and
apparatus and afford advanced instrtc-
ticn to qualified students
The trustees authorized an aggregate
expenditure of S373.000 in grants for scien-
title researches, and $AO0GI for puhlica-
tons during the ensuing year The fol-
lowing officers of the board of trustees
We're elected: Chairman. DIR. John S. Bill
lings, New York; vice chairman. Elihu
Root. secretary Of war: secretary, Charles
d. WalcOtt, director of geological survey.
The executive committee will hold a
meeting, tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

Business at the police court has been
remarkably quiet lately and it has been
some time since any report of the
transaction Of any business has been
heard from there. But Tuesday MORN
ing, the calm was broken when one
Mary L. Scott. who hailed from the
neighbcring city of Hallowcll, was be-
fore the court on the charge of drunk
enneSS. The woman was found, early
Monday evening, in an unfortunately
intoxicated condition and was lodged
in the woman's department at the sta
ticn house. She appeared, Tuesday
morning. before the court, pleaded
guilty apd was given the usual fine
and Jail sentence. which was suspend
ed On The consideration of her inform
ing the court where she procured her
liquor. She replied cat the city liquor
agency" and a perusal of the books
at that place revealed the fact that
she spoke the truth, as during the day,
/ Monday, she was credited with pur-
chasing dollars worth. She was then
released. Business at this court Of
justice will continue, today, and
Happy White" will have the law
melted out to him. Happy" was in his
happiest mood, Tuesday afternoon,
and on account Of his actions. which
were the result Of an over-indulgence
of the cup which both cheers and in
ebriates, fell into the clutches of Con-
stables Peacock and Tozier He put
up a gallant resistance. but after n
lively tussle he was safely landed in
the cooler" and after night of re-
Election and regret for his misdoings
will appear in court. this morning, for
advice, etc, from Judge Larrabee.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

"'Sec of the Board Of Directors.
Gardiner Dec. 5, 1893
Funeral of Mrs. Hannah Wharf.

Rev. Oluf Tandberg, pastor of the
Universalist church, conducted the
funeral services over the remains of
the late Mrs. Hannah Wharf,, at the
home of Mrs. Mary Lambert, Beech
street, Tuesday afternoon. A large
number OF friends We're present at the
funeral and many beautiful flowers
We're given in memory of the deceased.
Appropriate musical selections We're
rendered by quartet composed OF
Miss Elnor Mitchell, Mrs. E. G. Dill
Edgar Anderson and Fred T.. McCaus-
land. Those who acted as bearers
were G.. D. Libby. L. G. Ballard G. l..
Ballard and George e. Hathaway. The
burial was made in Oak Grove ceme-
terry Amesbury & Wakefield were the
undertakers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
WILL INVESTIGATE.
An Important Matter Brought Before
the City Government.

The Lewiston Evening Journal of
Dec. S, printed the following special dis
patch from this city:
"A matter of great interest to Gardi-
ner people developed at the regular
meeting Of the city government. last
evening, in the form of a communica-
ton brought by the full board of direc-
tors of the Gardiner High school
through their secretary to the attention
Of the mayor and city council at their
regular monthly meeting, Monday
nipht.
This communicationwas read in both
branches. charging that from an exam
nation of the books Of the preceding
treasurer of the school board as turned
over to the present treasurer, a defi-
cheney seemed apparent, and asking
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

The Zeta- Epsilon Society held its
regular meeting, Monday evening, re-
organized and elected officers for the
ensuing year. A portion of the charter
members of the society have with
drawn and will form a gymnasium
club. Those of the re. Society who
have remained will endeavor to find
rooms especially adapted to the origi-
nal needs of the society The gymna-
SUM club will retain the rooms in the
IVadsworth building at the corner OF
Brunswick and Water streets, formerly
the Red Mems hall
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
WILL NOT FIGHT.
Peace Between Russia and
Japan Practically Assured.
Russia Is to Have Her Full Say and
Swing in Manchuria.
Japan Will Handle Corea and Retain
Trade Privileges.

st. Petersburg, Dec. S.-Peace be-
tween Russia and Japan is now be-
lieved to be assured as the result of
the action Of the Car at the Tarskcye
Selox, where he and Foreign Minister
Lamsdorff have considered the reply
to the Japanese proposals. II Japan is
willing to accept some notifications
there is nothing to stand in the way
of Il complete agreement.
The conference lasted an hour and
q half when certain notifications of
Japan's proposals relative to Corea
We're decided upon. These We're imme-
Giately cabied TO Baron De Rosen the
Russian minister to Japan, and Ad-
miral AleXieff, the Russian viceroy in
the Far East. The latter will probably
lay them Informally before the Japa
nese negotiators at Toxic. The modi-
iications will cover only Corea. Russia
acknowledges Japan's predorlinatlng
influence there with the right to pro-
tect it. Certain reservations are made
regarding coast defences or stations.
to prevent any interruption of Russian
sea communication with Vladivos,ol
and Port Arthur, Russia's freedom of
trade and concessions which Corea has
guaranteed.
a separate understanding will cover
Manchuria. Japan agreeing to leave
the question of the evacuation in abey-
ance and TO recognize Russia's special
position there.
In return Russia is to acknowledge
Japan's trading privileges secured
under the treaties with China.
Exactly what form the latter ar
rangement will take is not known.
manifestly since it covers territory
over which China exercises soyer-
eighty. Probably it will not be made
the subject of treaty, bat will take
the form Of note.
If Japan is ready to make the con-
cessions asked for by Russia it is be-
lleved that only a brief time-possibly
a few days-will be necessary to rea ch
the final step of the negotiations. ne
Japan's acceptance will be followed nv
Russia's formal response.
1t is said that throughout the ne,o.
tiations the Car was influenced nv n
spirit Of moderation and desire IN
preserve the peace.
This dispatch is in confirmation of
the news first reported by The Asso-
ciated Press Paris correspondent
Dec. l.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

1t has been decided to hold the next
union service in the Coliseum. The
crowded condition and overflow meet
ings which have been held the past
Two Sunday evenings make this step
necessary. Seats will be taken from
the several churches in the city and
arranged on the floor of the building
and Il large stage will be erected fol
the chorus and orchestra and speakers
The Coliseum has the largest seating
capacity of any hail in the city and it
is thought that the large audience
which attends the meeting can be COM
fortably seated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

Cutler Post. G. A. r., has elected for
the ensuing year, the following OFF,
GERS: Commander, john DAILY; senior
vice commander, Perley +. Hardy;
junior vice commander, James +. Null
ligan; surgeon, William A. SpragUe;
quartermaster, Patrick Cusack; clap
lain. James Mccain: officer of the cay,
James T.. Creed; officer Of the guard,
Albert S. Geery; representatives to the
department encampment, Comrades
Frank Mckenna and Henry Terhune;
alternates. Daniel J. Hogan and Joseph
Spelman; trustees Thomas Hayes,
Frank Mckenna, Cyrus A. Sturdy
William Il. Burke.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

The repairs on the store on Water
street occupied as fruit and confec-
tionery store by ]. s. Sloshberg. are
nearly finished and the present ap-
pearance OF that place is far removed
from its former looks. Complete
sheathing and the addition OF new
chandeliers have very noticeabiy
frightened and improved the interior
of the store, while the placing of plate
glass windows in the front has greatly
improved the appearance from the
sidewalk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
CHINESE ROBBERS DEFEATED
BY Force of Russian Troops on Liau
River, Manchuria.

st. Petersburg, Dec. S.-The Russian
troops have defeated a band of Cnun-
Chuses Chinese robbers) on the Liau
river, Manchuria. killing 200 of them
ard Wounding similar number.
After the conflict reported, Nov. %,
between force of Russian soldiers
and body of Chun-Chuses at Tacfii
Cnao, in which five Russians were
lilled and nine were severely wonnded,
the Russians pursued the Meefns
tribesnen and finally hemmed them jim
at the Liau river. The great aossOf the
robbers is attributed in a Bort sArth&l
dispatch to "a panic amon9taie Chun-
Chuses.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
NATIONAL HOME.

business at the adjutant generals
office, just now, is very light, very few
either returning from furlough or go
ing. All seem to be patiently waiting
the advent Of pension day, which Will
come next week. Then many will go
home for the Christmas holidays, while
others now out, we'll knowing that va
cant beds will be made thereby, will
take advantage of the opportunity to
return to the Home and secure one for
the winter, rather than later risk the
floor or temporary quarters.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
WATERVILLE.

Frank Nichols. one of the crew OF
night car inspectors, had pretty mar
row escape from death, Monday night
and as it was suffered the fracture OF
his collar bone on the left side. He
was at work under some cars when
they were started by switcher lie
managed to get n hold on the car near
est to him, but was dragged some dis
lance before discovered. At last re-
ports he was resting comfortably and
Il prompt recovery is expected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
w. S. Heath Post Relief Corps Election

The following officers We're elected
by the w. S. Heath Post Relief Corps,
last evening:
President, Mrs. Savage; vice pres,
Mrs. A. =. Robinson; chaplain, Mrs. A.
0. Libby; secretary, Mrs. ]. p. Gar
land; treasurer, Mrs. Chas. McGamm;
conductor, Mrs. w. w. Berry; guard,
Mrs. Thyng: delegates to State con-
vention, Mrs. Thyng. Mrs. Libby, Mrs.
Dowker and Mrs. Nye: alternatcs. Mrs.
Este, Mrs. McGamm, Mrs. Webbcr and
Mrs. Getchell.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
WILL INVOLVE MANY.
Boston's Watch and Ward Society May
Be a Little Too Particular.

Boston, Dec. Son the complaint of the
Watch and Ward Society several of the
leading Boston booksellers were in the
municipal court, today, on the charge of
a brief hearing the cases were continued
until Friday to give the court opportunity
to pass upon the literature. George A.
Moore, treasurer of the Old Corner Book
store, and one of the defendants, pleaded
hat he had not been convicted on the
charge alleged because the books in ques-
ton were owned by the firm. which is an
Incorporated body The general defence
was that the books in question are on
the shelves of public libraries and OF
many Well-reId men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09
wed, fri, sat,tf

evening, with the Y. NJ. c. A. team Of
Bath. This game will be the third in
the league series and bids fair to be a
fast and interesting one. The polo
game will be played by the Augusta
and Gardiner polo teams. The visiting
team will be stronger than it was in
the game here, last Thursday night,
and will be worthy opponent of the
crack home team.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Ran
dolph Methodist church will hold
sale of useful and fancy articles in the
vestry of the church. Wednesday and
Thursday afternoons and evenings. and
on each evening a program of literary
and musical numbers by local talent
will be given.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

Rev. H. w. Kimball of Skowhegan,
will conduct revival services 1T the
Old South Congregational church both
morning and evening, next Sunday.
He is an interesting man and an able
preacher
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

Don't fool with cold; no one can tell Whist
the end may be. Pneumonia, catarrh, chronic
bronchiti. and consumption invariably result from
neglected colds. Nothing can be compared with
Chamberlain Cough Remedy as aquick cure for
colds and influenza, and by it, use these diseases
may be avoided.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

Ellis Elbridge went OF Waterville.
Tuesday, after a visit at his home IN
this city and will be engaged as the
cashier in the American Express COS.
Office in that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1903-12-09

Have you called at +. S. Smith d
Co.'s since the artists Christmas de-
signs are being executed in preparing
this mammoth store for the grand re-
ccption Of the multitudes who always
flock to this trade center during the
hOlidavs?