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The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

Of Infants n Children's C1oaks. and
IN prices much cheaper than We ever
had before. We are selling Long
Cloaks in Cream Cashmere. nicely EN-
broidered, at 75c. $1.OO and on up to
$3.50 each. Corduroys and Bedford
Cords in several different grades from
800 up. Short Cloaks for Boys and
Girls from 3 to Z years old. in Black
Velvet, beautifully appliqued, at $4.75
each. We have the little fannelette
wrappers for infants at 39c and soc.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

cit was almost a miracle. Burdock
Blood Bitters cured me of a terrible
Breaking out all over h body. 1 am
very grateful" Miss Julia Flbridge,
West Cornwell, Conn.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

Coming right down to brass tacks.
isn't republican prosperity Il whole
lot on the s~hipbuilding trust and con-
solidated Lake Superior plan?-Atlan-
IA Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

That baby born in a merry-go-round
at an Indiana county fair the other
day also shows that Teddy is unduly
perturbed about race suicide.-Atlanta
Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

Editor Hearst has begun to Swing
round the circle" and he pays for all
gets from the railroads. Candidate
Observation-Disclosures Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

The fiddlers' convention in Rome to-
day will like something if Bob and ALT
don't come down from Tennessee
Atlanta Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

For a pleasant physic take Chamber
tain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Easy
to take. Pleasant In effect For sale
by all druggists.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

Canada il To greatly increase her
army Uh, were not trying
to annex you.-AtIauta Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

And, by the by. isn't this just de-
lightful horse sWappin' weather-At-
lanta Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

The empress dOwager of China Is
very i'll. If the doctors i'm attendance
only secretly disagreed with her gov
-arnmentaI p0licyi-Atlanta COnstitu-
rfon
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

The bOOkmakerS needn't worry.
Those who won on Saturday had no
opportunity to spend it with anybody
else during Sunday.-Atlanta Journal.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

The dogs of war are prone to do 4
whole lot Of bIUffiu- Juggling ut their
Observation-Disclosures Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

The Greater New York municipal
Campaign seems to he as complicated
rs the race prOblem-Atlanta COnsti-
SlItip7.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

Il i whispered that Dr.. Roosevelt
is seriously considering putting an end
10 the Payne in the p~Ostoffice depart
ment. Have heard il before.-Atlanta
Constitution
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20
Rydales Liver Tablets.

Rydales Liver Tablets cure all liver
troubles They act specifically on the
liver. the bile. bladder. and bile duct.
the intestines ana bowels. They slim
ulate the liver and cause n perfect
flow of bile into the bowels. keep the
bile duct health increase the per-
istaltic movement of the intestines
ana thus restore u healthy action of
all these organs. Rydales Liver Tab
lets are easy to take. being small
chocolate coated tablets. They act
promptly and can always he depended
? Price per box of 80 tablets, %
cents. l.. +. Bellamy.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

But why should Judge Reagan pre-
dict a monarchy in this country
Aren't the liberties of a people the
easier deSpoiled under the guise of re-
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Constitution
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20
The Saive That Heals.

without leaving a scar is Dew Is
The name of Witch Hazel is applied to
many salves. but DeW1tts N,tcl
HEEL Salve is the only Witch Hazel
:;a1ve made that contains the pure Cr-
"3ulterateG witch hazel. If any other
Witch Hazel SaIve IS offered You it IS
a counter felt. Z. c. Dewitt invented
Witch Hazel Salve and DeNitts Witch
EaZel Sdlvc IS the best salve in We
would for cuts. burns. bruises. tet-er. @.
biting. bleeding. itching and DrOtruding
prles. Sold by r. r. BellamE.
The big Atlanta fair IS IT high TIDE
and if the management had ordered
the weather for the occasion ii could
% be more perfect.-Atlanta Consti-
tuition.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1903-10-20

Isador Rayner's candidacy for the
United States senate is paid to be dis
tasteful to Mr.. GormaT 1t not only
upsets certain of his calculations, but
threatens his 0eace of mind. His heart
Is set on another kind of colleague al
Observation-Disclosures Star.
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

lowed, he was arrested for conspir-
ing against Peaz, and the records fail
to show what became of him.
In 1868 certain provinces of Venez-
uela revoluted against Peaz, and he
hurt him materially.
In April, 1864, a new constitution
was adopted, and Gen. Jose Falcon
secured the presidency. He turned it
over, for some mysterious reason, to
Gen. Trias. A civil war ensued.
Falcon returned from retirement,
raised 1000 troops, turned them over
to Trias and retired. Peaz, who had
become figurehead, died in 1873.
Falcon was reelected. On the day
after his election, Gen. Carjeval at
tempted to set up old Tadeo Mono
gas as chief of the province of BARGE
Iona, but was suppressed. After this
1nsurrection after insurrection oc-
CURED. In 1870 Buzman Blanche be.
came master of Caracas after three
days fighting. and proclaimed him
self provisional general. He finally
esta ablished provisional govern.
ment. which lasted to 1873, when he
'sOD 10y ~ANNSSo SS1oC01s mere
were more reolutions under the vari-
Gus presidents.
Trouble arose with Great Britain
in 1881 Over the boundary line with
British Guiana. This was finally set
tied by court ofarbitration consist
ing of two Venezuelans and two Eng
1ishmen, the king of Sweden to ac1 as
final arbitrator.
In 1901 Venezuela got into tror BILE
with the United States over some as
phalt claims owned by American capi-
ta1ists in that country, and soon af-
forwards war was declared by Colon
bia on Venezuela. Gen. Ciprano Cas-
tro was elected president and now
holds the office. He has had hard
time of it, both with foreign govern
ments and at home, and it is believed
that he will sooner or later be over
thrown by the followers of Gen. Man
uel Antonio Matos, commander of the
rebel Venezuelan army that is now
menacing President Castro in his cap
ital of Caracas, and who is said to have
had an understanding with the Anglo
German allies from the first, is one of
the most brilliant and able men in
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13
Dave RObinSOn'S Awakening
A VALENTINE STORY.

had really chosen with great discrim-
ination. The price startled him con-
siderably, but he wasn't going to say
so. "I've just paid a good round sum
for that cultivator, and 1 won't kick
at this"
He carefully placed the bonnet-box
under the wagon seat as he rode
home that night. To tell the truth.
he exceedingly dreaded the presenta-
ton. Susan wasn't accustomed to
this sort of thing, like Sans wife,
and he didn't know how she'd take
it. But in spite of these forebodings,
there was a pleasurable excitement
in the unusual sensation that he was
taking home a present to his wife.
"a valentine" he said, chucl<ling.
(He pronounced oit volentine, but
what's the difference?)
He didn't produce the bonnet as
soon as he got home. He waited till
after supper when the chores were
all done. Then he sat down by the
table and began to read the weekly
paper he had brought out.
But the reading was q failure, and
he sat and watched his wife over the
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

Office for two years and not be eligible
to succeed himself
President Vargas became embroiled
with the military element, and shortly
after his election was seized by dozen
generals and ordered to sign abdica-
tion papers. This he refused to do and
was deported in consequence to the
island of ST. Thomas. Former Presi-
dent Peaz, who had retired, at once
raised 1000 soldiers and marched on
Caracas, the capital, and captured it
after month operations. President
Vargas was recalled. However, the
military element did not cease causing
disturbances until 1886. On the expi-
ration Of Vargas term Peaz was in
duced to succeed him, and in turn was
succeeded by Gen. Soublett. in 1912.
Four years afterwards war broke
out between the negroes and the ere
oles. Peaz was recalled from his re-
tirement and invested with the title
of dictator, and, as the president was
not satisfactory, was offered the pres
idency. However. Peazs did not want
the Office and supported Gen. Monogas.
who was elected.
Gen. Monogas, in 1885, in a conflict
over matters Of state with the depu-
| ties of the states of Venezuela, head
ed a party OF soldiers, forcibly en-
tered the hall of deputies and killed
several of them Peaz then took up
arms against Monogas, but was de-
featedo and captured in 1s49. He was
| /. ept prisoner in Caracas for nearly a
year. released and sent to New
York.
| The Monogas family, consisting of
father and two sons, managed to al
ternate in the presidents Office until
bIs5S. when a revolution of more than
ordinary proportions arose, and they
were put outo OF Office and left the
/ city. A provisional government was
formed. Gen. Julian Castro was ap-
pointed provisional president. An
amnesty was declared against the ex-
lies. Peaz returned. but as his ap-
pearance was the cause of disturb
Ances, he voluntarily departed in
1889.
At this time two political parties
existed, the federalists and the union
lists. The latter desired to secure a
strong central government; the
former wanted q large measure of
freedom for the states comprising
the republic Between these parties
and complex number of other par
ties. revolutions or fights were fire.
quent.
The day following the fan OF the
Monogas dynasty the old constitu-
ton, which had been changed. was
| restored Gen. Julian Castro was
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

Venezuela, and has been often himself
an aspirant for the presidency. Matos
was formerly minister OF finance and
president of the Bank of Venezuela,
Prior to the rise CO Castro he was one
of the pillars of the government, and
he is regarded as a most progressive
and modern" South American. AS a
youth he studied law and finance in
London and Paris, and made a ton
of the world before settling in Ca
cas-. His family is one of the most die
tinguished in Venezuela.
Venezuela has an area of 593, ,e43
square miles and population of 2,323.-
SGT, of whom 326. 900 are Indians and
a, ,129 foreigners It has a regular
army of $500 men. Its railroad mile
age is given as 529.
The capital OF the republic is Car
acas, a pretty city tucked away 1000
feet above the level of the sea, and the
railroad approaching it winds in and
out OF the mountain of la Silla,- fol-
lowing the ancient wagon road of the
days of Drake and Pizzaro, and Is
carved almost entirely out OF the solid
rock
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

bull in china shop. But he wasn't
going to back out now, and went
bravely up to the counter and stated
his errand. Q
ga bonnet for your wife2 Oh, yes.
1 think we can suit you.o said the
pretty young lady, with 6 a smile.
s'What style is she? r mean. what
color are her hair and 9aeyes?" as
poor Dave appeared helplessiy dazed.
''Why-why she's got light hair.
rather on the reddish order, and her
eyes are blue" he stammered. AS he
spoke, he seemed to see Susan as she
looked when he married her. Her
hair was so fluffy and curly, and her
eyes such pretty, innocent blue.
He hadn't thought Of it for years;
he had been too busy.
.Well, then," said the little miI-
liner, sI feel sure this bonnet will be
becoming to your wife, Blue is its
prevailing color. and this particular
shade goes nicely with such hair and
eyes. Don't you think so. sir?"
Poor Dave was completely out OF
his depth, but he answered bravely
that he agreed with her, and would
take the bonnet, which the milIiner
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

elected provisional president. He at
once issued new code of laws. In
the events following, Castro resigned,
succeeded in getting back and fnal-
ly mysterious1y disappeared
In 1861 Peaz returned and was Civ.
en- a limited command of the army by
President Tovar. Peaz resigned in
consequence of the limitations being
set upon him. A revolution ensued.
Tovar was compelled to abdicate and
Peaz was appointed to full command
of the army by President Gual.
Differences. however, arose be-
tween Peaz and Gual, and Peaz again
resigned in November, 1861. A colonel
named Echezuria, heretofore un-
known, when Peaz' resignation be-
came known. ordered out the garri-
son at Caracas, marched to the pres
ident's home, made Gual a prisoner
and proclaimed Peaz dictator.
Echezuria was made minister OF
war, but in the dissensions which fol-
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

DR.. S. B. Harfman, Columbus, Ohio:
Dear Sir" The young girl Wh9'
used the Peruna was suffering from
LaFRDgiffS, and foSS of voice. Tie re-
SaIf of the treatment was most Ssffs-
factory. She found great relief ana
hope TO be able TO say she Is. entirely
cured. Sisters of Charity.
This young girl was undeEthee care Of
the Sisters of Charity and used Peruns
for catarrh of the throat, with good re-
suits as the above letter testifies-
If you do not derive prompt and satis-
factory results from the use of Peruna.
write at once to DIR. Hartman, giving
full statement of your case, and be VIII
be pleased to give you his valuable
advice gratis.
Address DIR. Hartman, President of
The Hartman Sanitarium, ColumbHS
Ohio.
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13
Interesting Letters from
Catholic Institutions.

In every country of the civilized
world the Sisters of Charity are known.
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

NOt Only 90 tHty Hi1HIS-
ter to the spiritual and
intellectual needs of the
charges committed to
their care, but they also
minister to their bodily
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13
VENEZUELA'S STORY.
Reads Like a Narrative of Days of
Knight Errantry.
Rise and Fall of Presidents ofthe Re-
pablic Amusing to Outsiders
Another Revolution Now
in Progress.
Especial Foreign Letter.l

~ HE history of Venezuela since its
freedom from the Spanish yoke
in 1921 and its severance from
the federal states of Colombia is made
up of petty revolutions, plots, counter
plots and complex politics supposed to
represent a republican form of govern
ment.
Nowhere else save in South Ameri-
can republic could such rapid and COM
plete changes occur in the government
for such insignificant causes.
With the other South American
states Venezuela arose against the
Spanish rule on July Ia, 1911. Gen. ST.
mon Bolivar commanded the armies.
The fight against Spain was conduct
ed by Gen. Bolivar for ten years, with a
few intervals, when the countries in
the movement for liberty gave up. In
1912 Venezuela, with the other coun-
tries, returned to the yoke on account
Of an earthquake which destroyed
many lives and was said to be a mani
festation of Providence against their
efforts for freedom.
At the battle of Carababo, in 1921,
the army of Spain was utterly routed
by the allies. Bolivar was appointed
dictator of the republic and after
wards president.
Spain did not, however, formally rec
ognize the rebellious states as inde-
pendent until March 80, 1915.
Singular to relate, without trouble
Of any sort or revolution, Venezuela
withdrew from the confedera tion
known as the Federal States of Colon
bia, which embraced the present Co
lombia and Ecuador, on November 2s,
1929, and soon afterwards at meet
ing of the Venezuelan notables, Gen.
Peaz, who fought with Bolivar. was
elected president.
Gen. Peaz at once set on foot nego.
tiations for the recognition by Spain
OF Venezuela's independence. He was
succeeded to the presidency by Doctor
Jose Vargas in 1885, it having been de-
cided that the president should hold
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

around, WIN an emDdI-
rassed smile on his good-looking,
sun-burned face.
SWhy-eyou know, Dave-it's Valen-
stine's day. he began, hesitatingIy.
Don't know nothin' of the kind"
broke in his friend.
sWen, you know it now, old fell
low, and I'm lookin' for some little
fixin' to take Milly for valentine.
We began that way, you see, whan
we was first married-keepin' ami
versary days, by me buyin'' her
keepsake. 1t pleases her, and don't
hurt me. You know how women like
to be remembered by their husbands.
There's some ribbon in this window
that'n just suit Milly to a dot, I'm
going in to get it. See you later,
Dave" and Sam Scott went into the
store, leaving his friend staring
afterohim with perplexity written in
every line of his face.
"You know how women like to be
remembered by their husbands"
Sam was wrong; he didn't know.
The words haunted him-haunted
him all day. Went with him to the
various places where he had business
to transact; kept him company at
the restaurant when he ateohis dim
ner. Much to his surprise o(and an
noyance), he found himself doing
some thinking in an entirely new.
line. O Q
AS far as he could remember-and
his memory was eXceAent-he O had
. never bought a present for Susan. Of
course, she had the egg and butter
money every week; but it suddenly
occurred to him that it was general
91y spent for the house and the chill
dren.
"Susan's as goodlooking a woman
as@you'n find," he thought. "She'd
look a heap better than Sam Milly
if she was leetle more fXy. I'm
as able as Sam Scott to give my wife
keepsakes,' as he calls 'em. I Won
dero what on earth she'd think if
took her by surprise tonight? /
swan, I'd like to try it, 1but don't
want to look foolish. I'll go and see
about that caltivator I've got to buy,
and put Sam Scott's notions out of
my head" %
But that was easier said than done.
''Sam Scott's notions's had evidently
come to stay, and late in the day,
much to his own disgust, Dave Rob-
inson found himself actually stop
ping before shop windows, in which
were displayed the ''fxin's" that
women like. Suddenly9he drew up
before a milliner's shop. "Ive got
it'll" he exclaimed out loud, regardless
of the amused looksaof several pass
ers-by-s @I'n buy Susan bonnet!' ~
and wonderfully pleased with his
happy idea, he went bashfully into
the shop. oHe had never been in such
a place before, and it was a terrible
ordeal. He Ielt like the proverbial
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

bonnet7''
paper till she said: What in crea-
tion,s the matter with you tonight,
Dave Robinson? Is there anything
wrong with my looks?s You've been
starin' at me like all possessed"
Dave gave an embarrassed laugh
and retired behind the paper again. o
Suddenly he spoke: Ibid you know
it's Valentines day, Susar?"o
''Bless the man, does he think I'd
be apt to remember Valentines day,
with all I've got to think off, I
b'lieve, though, did hear the chill
dren a-tallzin' about it. Whatever
put it in your head, Dave?"
"Oh. heard about it downtown,
and, Susan-Susan-I met Sam Scott
to-day and-and he was a-buyin' a
present for Milly and calm it val
entine. 1t struck me- twas a pretty
nice idee, and as I'm as able any day
to buy my wife present as he is,
why-I bought-you-this bonnet!"
L And here he produced the box. a'
"Open it, Susan. Why don't you
open it? Here, give it to me-" for
the poor woman's hands were shak-
ing SO that she couldn't unite the
string. There, nowi What do you
think of that for bonnet?'s'
Susan hadafound enough voice now
to say: "Why, Dave! Why, Dave
9Robinson!" over and over. But she
was pleased; it was easy to see that.
you ooughtn't to have done it, she
said, as she held the pretty bonnet
on one hand, and turned it round
and round carefully. Its too good
for me, Dave, and ] expect it cost a
heap" % 90
'Never mind what it cost" an
ssvered her husband, heartily. Put
it on Susan, and let's see if it be-
comes you. By George, that milliner
woman just, hit it. 1T suits you to 9
dot. You look ten years younger"
And truly she did. But I think
that pretty flush to her cheek, and
brightness to her eyes.
/ Happiness is wonderful rejuyena-
tor, and women like to be remem-
bered by their husbands."o
+ Susan turned away from the little
l6oking-glass and tenderly placed the
bonnet in its box. sI1l fix my hair
little different when II wear it
more like 1 used to-" she said. And
theh.o going over to Dave, who was
pretending to read his paper. she
midly-very9 timidly, for they were
bnot demonstrative couple-kissed
the little bald spot on hisshea
..Thanls you. Dave, for. remember
| ing me- she said softly; and her
| husband had his reward.
If he had told his thoughts. which
| were supposed to be on the paper,
they would have BEEN as follows:
sLet's see,o what's the next anniver-
sary day?0 oh, yes, it'soEaster. Well,
she shall, have another keepsake
| then."-Ladies' World, New York.
| "A vindicitive GIee.
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

lat there's a mighty
queer window to take
your fancy, Sam" And
the speaker, a tall,
broad-shouldered farm
er, gave a hearty laugh
as Sam Scott, his neigh
Dor, Q turned quickly
around, with an embar-
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

DR. s. B. rfnan, unbus
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13
"A yinadicitive GIee.

.Ihope I shall get few comic valen-
tines" said Miss Cayenne.
"You hope to get some comic valen-
tipes?"
Eyes. Everyone you get is a sure
sign that you have made some enemy
feel perfectly wretched. d."-Washington
STAR
Barton County democrat., 1903-02-13

children to take care of and to pro-
1tect from climate and disease, these
wise and prudent sisters have found
Peruna a never-failing safeguard.
DIR. Hartman receives many letters
from Catholic Sisters from all over the
United States. A recommend recently
received from Catholic institution in
Detroit. Mich. reads as follows:
Greene County herald. (Leakesville, Miss.) 1898-current, 1903-10-23
Do Good-It Paws.

A Chicago man has observed that,
Good deeds are better than real es-
tate deeds some of the latter are
worthless. Act kindly and gently
show sympathy an lend a helping
hand. You can not possibly lose byif
Most men appreciate D kind word and
encouragement more than substanti-
al help. There are persons in this
community who might truthfully say
My good friend cheer up. A few dos
-cs of Chamberlains Cough Remedy
will rid you Of your cold and there is
no danger whatever from pneumonia
wnen you use that medicine. 1t al
ways cures. / know it for it has help
ed me out many a time. Sold by Faux
Drug Co.
Greene County herald. (Leakesville, Miss.) 1898-current, 1903-10-23
Gained Forty Pounds in Thirty Days

Gained Forty Pounds in Thirty Days.
For seveal months II younger bro
ther had been trobled with indiges-
ton. He tried several remedies but
go. no benefit from them. We pur-
chased some of Chamberlain Stom-
ach and Liver Tablets and he COM
menced taking them. Inside of thir-
ty days he had gained forty pounds
in flesh. He is now fully recovered.
We had agood trade ON the Tab
lets. &Holley Bros. Merchant, Long
Branch, Mo. For sale by Faux ID.
Co.
Greene County herald. (Leakesville, Miss.) 1898-current, 1903-10-23
Proctor Of vernal was en- vile Tu-

While opening a boxJ c. Mount of
Three Mile Bay N Y ran a ten penny
nail through the ileshy part Of his
hand. thought at once of all the pain
and soreness this would cause me he
says aud Immediately app ed Cham
berlains Pam Balm and occasionly af
.erward. To my surprise it removed
all pain and soreness and the injured
parts we're soon healed. For sale by
Faulk Drug Co.