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The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16
The Valdez Route.

The Seattle P.-l. oi March 29. publishes Il hali-page map of the Panama country and q description of the varlouS routes to the gold fields. The Valdez route is given as unqucstionahly the hest, al- though the writer of the article evidently knew nothing of the short cut via the Delta. Even going to the upper Panama cross ing which is considerably further than the Delta route, it is 2O0 miles shorter than by way of Skag- way and Dawson. and much less expensive, either in summer or winter.
 Following is what the P.-I. says rcgar'ling the trail:
 "CuqucStionahly the hest winter route from Seattle to the Panama district is by Valdez and the Cop Der river valley. The total dis iance is about 1,100 miles. It lies from Seattle to Valdez ,235 miles, thence by the United States mili- tary trail constructed by Mai. Ahcrcrombie. |. <. A., to the cross ing of the Panama, POO miles from the sea, and thence down the river from 25O to 2,5 miles. The trail from Valdez to the Panama is about as good as any in Alaska. Prob ably that from White Horse to Dawson is better beaten, but for all practical purposes the military highway is as good as any Alaska traveller could desire. It iS esti- mated that fully ,000 of the 2.OOO people leaving this city for Copper river since December 1. have ''mushed" along the route described. Some, no doubt, will press on through to the new camp, while others will wait until the ice goes out and then float down on barges, rafts and canoes.
 So far as known there are no falls or rapids particularly dan gerous. Bates rapids, some fifty or sixty miles above the diggings affords as difficult stretch of the Panama as is to be found between the crossing of the military road and the new placer camp.
 The Valdez route is peculiarly adapted to stock driving. Cattle can fatten while being driven through the grassy valley of the Copper river. Already several operators are planning to drive in live stock over this trail. If neces- sary the beeves can be slaughtered on reaching the Tanana and theil carcasseS hoated down the river on barges.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16
Capital.

Do you need it for developing. improving, increasing. operating or installing machinery on prop erty? If so. write Edward D. Sniff fen, 62 Wall street, New York, who charges no advance commission. as the Trust Corporations, when the property is financed, pay him for obtaining the business. Send him full particulars, official statement, reports, etc, that he may intelli- gently present same to the Trust Companies for their consideration, promptly advising you of approval. He submits no proposition for less than $50,O00. An unusual plethora of money at present time is seeking secured investment. $
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16
Yukon Mail.

Leaves Valdez for Eagle and all way points on the 2d. 9th, 18th and '24th of each month.
 Arrives at Valdez on the 22d, 29th 7th and 14th of each month.
 Leaves Eagle for Valdez on the Sth,, 10th, 23d and Both of each month.
 Arrives at Eagle on the 16th 23d, 29th and S,h of each month.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16

From Seattle for aldez. Cook Inlet and way ports 25tl of each month From Valdez for Seattle and way ports 12th of each month.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16

A limited number of King Island Muck ducks, have been: secured by Miller, and are now for sale, cheap, at his store on Keystone ave. The best footwear for winter travel.
 Leave your property for reat or sale with Mikeseil.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16

How is it that everyone stops at the Tiekel City roadhouse on their way to the interior? Because their patrons are given the best of accom- modations, besides the horse feed is the best of any of the interior stopping places.
 While getting your outfit for the summer don't forget to call at this office and have your name put on the list ior the PROsPEcToR this summer. The paper will be deliv- cred to you at any point along the Nizina or Chisna trails.
 The silk waists shown by Fish & Co. are the swellcst goods ever offered here. They are all of the finest quality silk, latest design, and the price puts them within the reach of all. No two waists alike.
 Parties leaving town would do we'll to deposit their valuables in the safe deposit vaults at the Bank of Valdez. The charge is very light and safety is assured.
 We are now selling "pop" and will deliver to any part of the city. Distilled Soda Water Works, city.
 Hathaway X Kaake have now on hand Il full line of Window glass of all sizes.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16

Those going into the Nizina country will find the best of board at Mrs. Charlton's boarding house at the mouth of Rex Gulch.
 During the next 30 days, Ken dricks will sell his elegant stock of wall papers at greatly reduced prices.
 "The Tailor makes the man." See the American Tailors. Key stone avenue.
 All kinds of rubber, felt and lea ther shoes at the Lion store.
 Wellington coal for sale at office of the P. P. & N. Co.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16

You push the button and let me do the rest. Send your films or plates and l will finish them com plete and print copies as wanted. l.. c. Larsen, Photographer,
 Keystone Ave, Valdez.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16

All kinds of woolen overshirts and heavy and light wool under wear at the Lion store.
The Alaska prospector., 1903-04-16
THE COTTONWOOD INN

On Tasnuna Trail. at Cottonwood From Valdez and D Miles form Wokmans Roadhouse All Accommodations for Man Beast WORKMAN and MAGNESON, Propricors
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21

HE approaching season prom
ises to have as one OF its
marked features The man
nish gown. Not only is the
cut to severe and tailory
rather than dressmakery,
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21
SOME RouDoIR DoN.rs.
Staple Things for the Conpiexion
which Are Worth Knowing and
Putting I'm Practice.

Don't be afraid of sunshine. Cura
tive powers are in the chemical rays of
the sun, and they rejuvenate.
Don't think of the complexion only
and fear tan and freckles; they can be
removed. The sun is one of the most
efficient OF all surgical methods in the
treatment of morbid growths as warts.
moles and all parasitical skin diseases.
Don't use borax and rose water to re-
move tan and freckles without putting
on a little cold cream afterward, for
borax makes the skin dry.
Don't use cold water when giving the
face a cosmetic scrub. Warm water,
followed by dash of cold water, is bet
ter.
With the juice of lemon and the beaten
white of an egg, milady, brush in hand,
may touch up her freckles in the seclu-
sion of her boudoir and no one be the
wiser.
Don't forget that vinegar will eradi-
cate yellow stains from the face. Battle
the hruise at once with vinegar and dis
celebration will be prevented.
Don't have shiny nose and forehead
because it is warm weather. Use a lit
tie cologne or spirits of camphor in
the water when bathing the face. .-s.
Don't wash your face in cold water
the moment you reach a washstand if
you have been travelling. Remove traces
of dust and smoke with cold cream, and
wipe of with soft towel.
Don't expect to cure an eruption on
the face by an external application only.
A hot foot bath containing washing
soda will often cure this trouble.
Don't use tincture Of benzoin on the
face unless the skin is dry. 1t is detri-
| mental to an oily one. This is an in
stance of a preparation excellent in
itself but not suited to every complex.
ion.-Chicago Record-Herald.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21
A DEAREST" PENDANT.

elry line would be hard to find. Those
to whom the dearest combination does
not appeal may find an opportunity for
reveling in sentiment in a bracelet and
doubtless also in pendant and brooch.
with the word remembrance spelt
out in jewels. Or some particular
Christian name may be indicated
Less frankly sentimental and yet be-
longing TO this special group in jewel
ry is a novelty known as the "gooL
luck" bangle, with a beautifully enam-
eled shamrock as the distinctive fea-
ture. A chain composed of shamrocks
lady birds and pearls in alternating
sequence is the accompaniment of this
bangle when worn as neck ornament
Brooklyn Eagle.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21
Value of Pennyroya1 Oil.

bits of raw cotton or wadding sat
urated with the oil of pennyroyal. and
placed in corners or closet shelves and in
boxes, will drive away several kinds of
Objectionable insects, cockroaches, ants.
etc. said an entomologist OF the agri-
cultural department to Washington
Star man. placed in a saucer in the
window it will help to drive away the
flies. L have been told that it does SO
completely. Saturated pads OF the pen
nyroyal placed between the mattress and
around the bed will drive away the
plague not given in the list of those with
which Egypt was scourged for her sins.
For this dreadful pest another excellent
preventive and cure is an application
to infested places of equal parts Of kero-
sene and spirits of turpentfne. Put tb4
solution in the joints and the cracks OF
the bed, about the surbase and In any
other place where the insects have found
Judgment, and ELL all cracks with hard
soap that can be so treated. This is an
olS-fashioned and reliable remedy"
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21

cided Decomingness. Dahlia red and fus-
CHA can be safely affected by the pure
blonde or clear-skinned brunette, but
the neutral toned or f1orid should re-
ligiously avoid them.
Though the prophesies are for fuller
skirts, street skirts will not immediate
ly show fiamboyancy other THAI at the
bottom. Tucks and plaits prevail, as
last year, and the close fit over the hips
is still the mode. Street skirts are quit.
short enough to display the stout boots
and are walking skirts in fact as well
as name. Goats are long and yet longer
the three-quarter length being much
preferred to the short jacket that has
had the lead for so many years. Some
of the coats are princess in form, many
are skirted. The belt giving the French
curve is seen on almost all, and is
touch that adds very considerably to the
modernness Of the garment.
While most skirts of the present day
are unlined, the silk drop-skirt is
thought by many an absolute necessity.
From time to time we hear that taffets
has had its day, but this silk is in de-
Sland more and more; not the old stiff
tIstling sort that loudly advertised it
self, but softer, more pliable kind
The newest styles in lining silk are the
changeable and fancy varieties, checks
and small designs being popular.
Though it makes one warm just to see
them, all the big shops now are display
| ink their furs. It is scarcely safe &c
affirm thus early what finally will be the
choice of the best-dressed in the mat
ter Of shapes for these fur accessories.
| but one can at least give hints. 1t is
| rumored that the sloping shoulder Of the
persistent 1880 modes will dominate
and that the fur boa and collarette, to
which we have been used for some
time, may be extended into the quaint.
old-fashioned pelerine. Brocades, which
have been banished for so long, are
striving to get back again, and if they
do we shall indeed see a tumble of
| periods.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21
SENTIMENTAL JEwELRY.
dearest" Pendant and SGoOd Luck
Bangle Are in Astonishing
Demand just Now.

Sentimental jewelry is in vogue just
now. or perhaps it would be more cor
rect to say that sentiment is finding
expression in the productions of the
jewellers and goldsmiths to a greater
degree at the present time than for
some seasons past Witness the popu-
larity of the heart-shaped bangle and
pendant, the fancy for the miniature
adorned brooch, and various orna-
ments and trinkets introducing the
true love knot or some similar senti-
mental device. Now comes a new
claimant for consideration, and from
an English source. namely, the Dear
est" pendant reproduced here. The
significance of the sentimental desig-
nation is found in the gems that en-
bellish the ornament, the initials of
which spell the word dearest" The
stones used are diamond, emerald, am
ethyst, ruby, sapphire and topaz, the
emerald appearing twice. A brooch
on the same order is also to be had
and likewise ring. with scluster stone
settings. The most recent Dearest
production is a paddock bracelet
formed of gold links; at regular inter-
walls the gold chain is separated by
seven small gold hearts and in the
center of each heart flashes one of the
gems included in the dearest group.
Anything more sentimental in the jew
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21

ton that the demand will become
greater yet. The bay tres are imported
from European nurseries and co2e
across in round tubes, in which they
remain, merely getting a coat Of paint.
Of course, there is the decided advan-
tage Of ease in handling that goes with
the round tub, and it will, therefore,
endure undoubtedly, says American
Gardening.
But as matter Of harmony and bal
ance a square tub is greatly to be pre-
ferred. At it's very best the bay tree is
very formal, and its true use lies in
conjunction with buildings of a formal
character This is especially the case
with standards. In conjunction with
the straight lines of the buildings and
their appurtenances, such as piazzas,
etc., the square tub fits the picture bet
ter than the round one and serves to &C
centuate the more the round head Of the
tree itself. In the square tub the tree
top has a distinct character of it's own
which stands out prominently.-Cinc
uati Commercial Tribune.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21
THE LATEST WRINKLE.
Everything I'm the Way of Gifts Has
Reference to the Recipients
Birth Month.

Many a girl is busy nowadays deco
rating her room, her personal belong
ings and herself with the flowers, gems
and colors which have reference to her
birth month, and in making presents
to her friends she gives them also the
same significance.
For the last few years there has
been an increasing attempt to make
recipients pet fads. AS this is an
athletic age, all sorts and kinds of
things have been made having refer
ence to golf, tennis, bicycling, riding
and driving. Now the fad is to utilize
the symbols of the birth month
For herself the girl uses chiefly the
flowers for the month in which she
was born. These she cultivates, if she
has garden, and wears She decorates
her room with them in draperies, bed
covers, upholstery for reed or willow
furniture and hangings for her win
dows. There are SO many pretty
things in floral designs that every
purse finds something desirable within
reach. The girl even embroiders her
handkerchiefs and lingerie with her
flower, though it must be said that she
does not put much work into the lat
ter unless it is for a trousseau. In
this outdoor age she cares more for
sports than for needlework, and she
can buy her underwear for less than
she can make it,
Here are the three chief emblems for
the several months-gems, flowers and
astral colors:
January-White onyx, snowdrop,
brown, silver-gray and black.
February-Amethyst primrose, pink,
blue and Nile green.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS., violets, white,
pink, emerald and black.
April-Diamond, daisy, white and
lose.
lemsn yellow.
and white.
July-Ruby. water lily, green and
russell brown.
August poppy. red and
green.
Sapphire, morning glory.
gold and black with blue dots.
October-Opal. hops, black, crimson
and light blue.
observation-disclosures. chrysanthemum.
golden brown and black.
Observation-Disclosures holly, gold
and brown.
| There are gorgeous things in the
way of birthday pillows ready made
,r ready stamped at low price to
make up in birthday designs. These
have not only the appropriate colors,
flowers and jewels, but the signs of
the zodiac for the month. The birth
month colors or flowers are also put
Into picture frames. handkerchief and
tie or veil cases. cushions and bureau
covers. The imitation jewels can be
bought to sew on. Birthday spoons
with the appropriate flowers can be
.ound, some with the gems set in, and
.ings with both flowers and gems. For
he children there are pencils and
zen holders set with imitation birth
stone6.-N Ashsngton Star.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21
Fall Hats end Waists.

one seems to know definitely what we
may expect. For some time past there
has been a movement toward pushing
summer frocks have shown considerable
fullness at the shoulder and suggestions
Of the oldtime gigot shape.
The yoke is seen, too, upon some of
the smartest of the new shirt waists and
separate blouses; but here it does not,
as a rule, take the extreme pelerine
form and is more like the oldtime shir1
waist yoke, only with some device &c
lengthen the shoulder line slightly. G
Black-and-white continues with us
and the combination is used with very
good effect in the turbans that promise
to be a noticeable part of fall millinery.
These turbans are round, of medium
height, and very simply trimmed, con-
sorting well with the tailor costumes
described above. Made of white felt
splashed with black velvet, or of black
and white chenille, they are suitable
either for morning or afternoon wear.
For evening, they are a little severe.
Plumes and quilts, used so much during
the summer, remain in fashion, this
white plume on the black hat is still in
good style, and a single black quill on
either light or dark hat. The pompon
quill is not so stif-loOking. more be-
coming, than the quill common during
the summer.
An all-white toque of soft straw has q
facing OF white crepe de Chine. and has
the top almost covered with doves
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21


ASk nish gown. Not only is the
=Ss cut to severe and tailory
rather than dressmakery,
but the fabrics themselves are
to be very like those worn by
men. Checks, printed-yarn effects,
heavy-1ooking material splashed with
color contrasting with the founda-
ton tone, all these are borrowed from
the garb affected by the sterner sex.
And the straight lines that will be in
vogue in preference to the curving ones
of past years will add emphasis to the
general air of mannishness
The fall costumes will look business
like, unitarian, and perhaps suggest
to innocent man, because of their severe
simplicity, that they really are simple
and inexpensive. Not necessarily so.
Authorities declare the present year is
to be silk year, that all gowns are to
be provided with a drop-skirt of silk,
that everyone must have waists of silk,
petticoats of silk, Innings of silk. And
the one item Of lining will therefore add
very considerably to the expense of
these neat, simple-appearing gowns.
But to offset the luxury of the free use
| of silk, we are to have this winter the
economy Of the short gown, even elabo-
| rate afternoon gowns are to be without
the superauous train; those of the best
style will be of the same length all
| around. merely touching the floor.
In making an old shirt shorter, to get
| the close fit about the hips and sufficient
fulness at the bottom is not an easy mat
| ter? AS rule it is advisable to rip up
the skirt entirely, and cut it over from
| new pattern.
| In the autumn, rich autumnal shades
always are in vogue, but this year the
| grape tones, the blue-reds, are to be
especially prominent. In themselves
they are beautiful shades, but often are
very trying when worn next the face
| nd should not be chosen unless OF de-
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21

wonder silk for a time had to give way.
Whilst white still reigns, we notice col
OFFS are showing here and there; the
blues, delft and pale blue, and in linens
the soft, deep reds, holding their own
after the fashion arbiters' decree Of
white wrists only.
The very long shoulder effect must be
observed in the waist, either by means
of a deep yoke, long, wide shoulder
straps, or a collar that shall come we'll
over the seam of the sIeese. Ard speak
ng of sleeves, it is difficult to declare
positively what is to be the right thing.
That they are to be full at the lower
part is certain, but whether or not more
fulness will be required above the elbow
remains to be seen Present indications
point to little increaserof fulness at the
top.
Trimmings for waists will be varied.
Large, unique buttons are effective es-
peciaIly on dark material, and on rich,
dark stuffs black fasoting over white
lining also is very effective Bias and
up-and-down tucks OF self-materia1 are
used on the fall waists, and this orna-
mentation has the double merit Of
cheapness and style. Stocks are almost
invariably the same material as the
waist, and trimmed to correspond with
the blouse. Long, stoie-like stocks. ex-
tending clear TO the belt, will probably
obtain this winter.
The question Of sleeves Is the most
puzzling uoint In autumn modes and nc
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21
BAY TREE AND TUB.
terested I'm Outside Ornament
tatiOn OF Their Homes.

Why is it that the square tub is not
more often used for such subjects as bay
and orange trees? The use of these
plants for outside ornamentation of
residences has greatly increased of re-
cent years.. and there is every indica-
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1903-08-21

- 9TH silk and cotton waists
are now being shown in the
49, shops, both designed for fall
IN ~ wear. And unquestionably
K throughout the winter cotton
waists will form an impor-
tant part of the wardrobe. Such heavy,
beautiful cottons the dealers have fur
1ished us the last two years, it is no
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-09
4 TImE FOR TIMELY CITING.

We are told thas the Lord loves cheerful giYer, and we make bold to assert that He also loves timely giver. Now is the time to improve your stand ing with the Lord and yourself by giv- ing something-much if possible-to the Fresh Air Fund of the City Missions. If those who can't afford fresh air don't need now to have little given them they never did and never will. These are emphatically the days and nights when the prosperous who can go to the seashore or raise the wind with automo- piles, should give kindly thought and some kindly dollars to enable poor and feeble adults and suffering children to get little respite from the cruel heat. The City Missions Fresh Air Fund is always well and carefully used. The trouble with t is 1t is never large enough. Chip in, good, kind people, and make it larger and more beneficent. When "Everyman" was played here the lesson most powerfully taught was that good deeds are cheering when the soul hath most need of cheer. It is certainly a good deed to contribute to the Fresh Air Fund.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1903-07-09
LNDhP ENDENi.

Teacher--What is the first historical mention of the synod?
 Pupil-In Adams fall we synod all.-- Baltimore American.
 No dence.-Tyed-Thi is the Fourth of July.
 Knotley-Why don't you say Indepen- dence day?
 Tyed--It is also the anniversary Of my marriage Brooklyn Life.
 Boys will be boys No mstter how much he loves his mother, the average boy will not hesitate to slide down an incline regardless of the seat of the trousers his mother has taken so much of her time and strength to make.--Ex- change. Gtt
 She (doubtfully)-Have you really told me of all the sins you ever commit ted? .--.-.t- ,....
 He (stoutly)-Yes; all.
 She (sorrowfully)-Then am not worthy of you. Farewell for-for--for- ever.-New York Weekly. .:,
 Any objections to my smoking here?" asked the extensively cheerful man as the vessel gave another disqui- eting lurch.
 "None," replied the pale chap in the steamer chair, "here-or, hereafter! Cincinnati Commercial Tribune He isn't so much of a fighter as he used to be.
 No. You see, he was always looking for some one who could whip hinl--at least, that's what he said
 "well?"
 Well, he found him. ."--Chicago Post.