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The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18
A BANQUET IN JAPAN.
Talking aud Amusements Are More
Important Than the Eating.


Dining Is not IN Japan n serious bust
ness. The japanese do not meet TO eat.
but cnt because they have met, and
conversation aud amusements form the
principal part OF banquet Conversa-
ton need not be held only with your
ncighlors. for II n man wishes to speak
20 q friend In another part OF the room
Ne quietly slips the paper panel behind
him, passes into the veranda. entes5
the room again and sits down on the
floor before his friend Exchanging
cups Is the chief ceremony at a Jnpa-
nesc dinner. Sake. n spirit made from
rice resembling dry sherry. Is drunk
hot out of tiny lacquer aud gold cups
throughout dinner, and the musmes.
who sit on their heels la the open space
OF the ioor patiently watch for every
opportunity to tlll your cup with sake.
When gentleman would exchange
cups, which Is equivalent TO drinking
your health he sits down in front OF
you and bcgs the honor. You empty
your cup into bowl OF water, have II
tilled with sake, drink. wash II again
and hand Il To your friend. He raises II
20 his forehead, bows, has II filled and
drinks As this ceremony has to be
gone through great many times
drinking rs often mere pretense. Eat
ink Is, however but a small part OF the
entertainment We must he amused,
and to amuse Is the business OF the
gcishHs, the licensed singing and dane
hng Girls who are attached To every tea
house.
But the singers at japanese dinner
only take the part of the chorus In a
Greek play, and they sing the story
which dancing girls represent or sug-
gest 10y series OF gestures or pos
lures. The dancers are splendidly
dressed, and their movements are 30
interesting 81 unlike anything seen In
Europe, that We watch them with a
curious sense of pleasure
The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18
LOST MONDAY"
A Popular Fete Day Ia belgium
whose Origin L. Mystery.

A Popular Fete Day Ia Belgium
whose Origin L. Mystery.
The first Monday after Epiphany is a
fete day throughout Belgium. Lost
Monday" II is called; exactly why nc
one seems aide to explain. The origin
OF the fete is lost in the legends OF the
middle ACES. but the modern accepta-
tiou of the day is certainly lost TO NO
one here. Like Mardi Gras. Lost Mon
day is n day of geueral merrymaking.
Every cafe and restaurant In Brussels
keeps "open house" and free drinks
are ON hand for all patrons OF the es-
tahlishmeng aud as matter OF fact
Tor many others as well who are not
regular patrons
ON Black Monday, then, as il is iron
ically called 10y some of the natives
not overenchanted with the day. the
streets OF brussels are gwen over 10
the people, and the adventurous for
eigner. who. ignorant OF the country s
customs. ventures out. is apt 20 fnd
that the Belgian populace is no respect
er Of persons. On this day the shOpkeep-
ers. signing behind their counters. find
themselves compelled 10 hand over 10
their customers servants a forced con-
uibution. amounting 10 a certain per
centage OF the years purchases. while
the bakers. too. have contribution to
offer In the shape OF cakes specially
Eade for the occasion and offered as
gifts 10 their clientele
In this manner the unique fete Is per
petuated, though the calendar does not
note In any particular manner the first
Monday after Epiphany.
The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18

The average life Of ocean steamers Is
only twenty-six years although soms
reach an axe Of hundred YEAR,.
The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18

.
snow that falls. and deserving their
French name. "percenelgc."
Poor old Tom McNary! This well.
known derelict ON our little social
ocean has been sent to the asylum. for
hopeless inebriaoy Insane with the
hopelessness OF his struggle. giving
way TO the worst, and yet with a hope
OF bettcring himself, he destroyed
property in the spirit Of a madman.
and with method in his madness had
himself committed TO the only place
whore a man with the drink.hablt can
escape from himself or society. And
who that knows him does not love
old Tom McNary? A man as gentle
as a child. as kind as a woman, as
faithful as a dog, as Industrious as a
beaver, and with the strength anu ac.
tiylty OF ten ordinary men when at
his best AS nurse Tom McNary
has brought more than one man back
from deaths door. As a friend he has
rlsked his life and divided his last
dime with any friend for the time be-
ing No Introduction or social perqui,
site is needed TO get into that mans
good graces, He loves all men as
brothers, and YET ID one OF the weak.
est of human beings, To what extent
arr We all responsible for Tom Me
Nary? So long as the world teaches
the magnificent and enticiug lie that
there is good In stimulants. strength
In intoXiCants. relief for disease In al.
cohol. there will be- victims OF drink
strcwn along the wayside OF life
There must be better education, Grad.
ioation OF tho lie OF this life of this
belief before society shall see the last
OF It's victims. The only regret Is that
lie always claims It's victims among
the worlds big-hearted men and wo-
men.
A hanging is an unfreQuent occur
renee In Oregon and Is shocking
event 20 contemplate. In the case OF
lyons. at Eugene. the execution
seems to have been conducted with
as little OF the unseemly as is pos.
sible and the fact that il is probably
the last public execution 70 take place
outside OF the walls of the state prison
marks IL as a stepping-stone in the
line of progress The quiet disposl.
tion or irretrieyable criminals inside
the penitentiary and az date not
widely advertised will relieve the hor.
ror VI the occasion and lessen the deg.
radiation OF the public mind. and
hring the lesson home where it should
be impressed lyon NSas man OF
criminal tendencies. and they re
NAMED unchecked by education
or religious influences. A man
of violent temper OF strong viii
and animal magnetism. his energies
uncurbed these undisciplined forces
ran iiotously through the current OF
his stormy life and resulting finally in
the shipwreok Of his soul Whatever
was good and might have been the nj.
The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18

An exchange writing up marriage,
speaking OF the brides going away
said "she will be sadly missed from
both social and church circles whore
for so many years she has been prom.
inent." IL Is all right until she comes
back" but when she does. II viii be a
good time for that reporter to take his
vacation
The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18

The most amusing thing In Oregon
newspaperdom just now, is to see ouI
Democratic brethren taking the ore
goniAn's really delicious eongressioa
al skit. in dead earnest.
The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18

slope in the early spring. piercing any
snow that falls. and deserving their
French name. "perconelgc."
The daily journal. (Salem, Or.) 1899-1903, 1903-04-18

As we have intimated before, leaders in
Salem for Mems Hats We carry the JOHN B, STET-
SON Hat. No better hat in the market anywhere
than this If you want a hat call and see us and we
will do the rest.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1903-12-16
FAITHFUL SERVICE REWARDED
Odd Fellows OF 0villa Present
A. H. Harris With Jewel.

The ODD Fellows at OviIIa had a
very interesting meeting last Satur-
day night. The iuitiatory degree
was conferred upou two candidates,
ana the work iS reported as having
been done in very superior man
ner After this the Veteran Jewel
of tie order vas presented &C. a. II.
- .rr#- .f t.rTf4 F.r tursufy. five
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1903-12-16
Special Coach.

The Katy will run a special coach
from WaNahachie to Memphis.
Tenn, Dec. 70. 1t Will be attached
to train No. 33 which leaves here
at 9.il a. N. Train No. "a, which
arrives at WaNahacbie at 80 -. III.
carries "A through sleeper To Mem
phis every night. y
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1903-12-16
Weather Forecast.

Tonight aud Thursday general.
fair, warmer.
Tuesday, max. 20, min. Fl.
{. u. LONGsERkE,
Observer.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1903-12-16

A Christmas present that would
be appreciated is one II Stacey q
Schneider's fine fruit cakes aoU
Main street Dallas, Texas. a
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

The unprecedented drouth that
has prevailed at Colfax and in this
vicinity through the entile fall SER
son still continues. The last good
rain we had was on the third day
of August, and now at the end of
100 days the heavens remain as of
brass, and there is no indication
of a rain to refresh the dry and
parched earth. Cisterns are all
dry, and water for drinking and
all other necessary purposes is only
secured at a great deal of trouble
and expense, by hauling from lakes
and bayous and branches three or
four miles distant, and from a few
deep bored wells.
LArER.-Since putting the above
in type Thursday evening we awoke
yesterday morning to find the sky
overcast stwith clouds and drizzling
rain prevailing. As the day wore
on the rain increased in volume,
and by the middle of the afternoon
it became pretty fair shower
and SO ends the longest drouth we
ever knew in this section.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Rev. N. j. Roberts requests rs
to announce that the fourth and
last quarterly conference, for the
Colfax and Montgomery charge
for the year 1903, will be held at
Clarence, on Monday, Dec. 14th.
He then expects to leave at once
for the annual conference, which
is to be held at Minden on Dec.
10th. All persons expecting to
contribute for church purposes are
requested to pay in their assess
ments at once.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

DR.. d. w. Kelly, of Selma, was a
pleasant caller at the Chronicle office
last Tuesday. He carried a tramp,
who had been shot, to the Alexandria
Sanitarium Monday night, and took
advantage OF the trip to run up and
see his parents. Dan is in fine health
and says he is enjoying good prac-
tice, which his friends will be glad to
learn.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

A telegram from New Orleans
on Thursday, Dec. Sd, announced
that Mr.. A. Shelby, who went to
the Charity Hospital some time
since for treatment, died there in
the morning at z o'clock. Mr.. A.
j. Hunter went to the city by rail
Thursday night. and will return
to-day with the body of the de-
ceased, which will be buried by the
side of his wife, who died only q
few months ago.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05
Notice of Final Proof.

Land Office ut New Orleans. La,
October II. 1903.
Notice Is hereby given that the fol-
lOwing-named settler has fled notice
OF his intention to make final proof
in support Of his claim, and that said
proof will be made before James j.
UQulnn, at Coliax, La, ON Dec. 8,
1908, viz:
WALTER B. SANDIFER,
HI. e. % 900 and q, ,4O1 for the s 4 Ol
SW X, SW4 of Sc X and NV Y Of Sc
X, Sec. "a, Tp7N, RAW.
He names the following witnesses
to prove his continuous residence up
on and cultivation OF said land, vfx:
A. X. Sandifer, l.. NJ. Futrell, w. N.
Creed, A. A. Creed, all Of Black Creek,
La. WALTER l.. COHEN.
oct31 Register.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Our young friend, j. L. Kelly, who
enlisted in the U. s. army and went
to the Philippine Islands, is now in
the Army Hospital fat Fort Bayard,
New Mexico, receiving treatment for
a pulmonary trouble. Luther has a
host of friends in Grant parish who
wish him speedy recovery and a
safe return home when discharged
from the army.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

To Members of the Democratic Exec
Com. for the 9Th Senatorial Dist:
All members of the Democratic Ex.
ecutive Committee for the 9th Sena.
torial District are hereby requested
to meet In the Court House at Colum.
bia, Caldwell parish, Mt 10 a. m. on
Saturday, December 5th, for the pur.
pose Of organization and for the tran
saction Of such other business as may
properly come before said meeting.
F. +. ROGERS,
Nov. q, 1908. Acting Chmn.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

A game of cards behind closed
doors last Saturday night, mingled
with a few drinks of "bust head
whiskey, came to an impromptu
ending by one of the players as
saulting another player with a
chair. Monday morning both of
the combatants appeared before
the mayor Of Colfax who imposed
a fine on each one, which they paid
and went their way, promising to
be better men hereafter.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

L
Colfax, La, Nov. %, 1908.
The newly elected Democratic Exec.
utive committee for Grant parish met
this day for the purpose of organiza-
tion and electing members at large oil
the committee, and transacting other
business that might come before the
body. a
The committee was called to order
by j. H. McNeely. chairman pro TEN.
On motion OF F. f. Rogers, duly
seconded, J. H. McNeely was made
permanent chairman, and J. B. Ly-
man secretary.
The roll call showed the following
members of the new committee pres
ent, either in person or by proxy, viz:
Ward ii. H. McNeely, T. C. Bush
proxy by McNeely.
Ward 2-S. R. Lee, proxy by F. F..
Rogers.
Ward 3-F. F. Rogers and M. C..
Nugent.
Ward 81. B. Lyman, proxy by
J. ]. O'Quinn.
The COMMITTEES then took up there
turns Of the election in ward 5, and
after q canvass of the votes cast
W. NJ. Tully was declared to be the
Democratic nominee from that ward
for police juror, Mr.. Tully receiving
~ votes and Mr.. Dunn 25 votes.
The election of members at large of
the Grant parish Democratic Execu-
tive committee was gone into and
the following were elected:
]. w. Duncan, ward /.
DR.. c. K. Parker, ward 2.
o. H. Cooper, ward s.
Mr.. Rogers offered a resolution ask
ing the 9th Senatorial District Com
mittee to approve and confirm the
action taken ny Grant parish in nomi-
mating a Senator from this district,
which was adopted.
Motion by Mr.. Rogers, that an elec-
tion to nominate State officers and a
United States Senator be ordered for
Jan. 10, 1904, was carried.
On motion of j. j. O'Quinn, the
chairman was authorized to name
commissioners and clerks to conduct
said election.
On motion the committee adjourn
ed sine die.
j. H. McNEELY,
j. j. OQUINN, Chairman.
Secty. pro tenn.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mrs. Susie Norris, of Cloutier-
vile, visited her sister. Mrs. A. w.
Lewis, on Thursday. She was ac-
companied by Mr.. Willie Norris.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05
SHERIFF. SALE.
18th judicial District Court, Parish
~ N~n~,k

Of Grant, La.
John l. Mccain vs. A. NJ. Box ct ais.
By virtue of and to satisfy writ
Of seizure and sale issued In theaboye
entitled suit, and to me directed,
have seized and will offer for sale at
the principal front door of the court
house in Colfax. La. on
SATURDAY, DEC. IL, 1903,
the following described property.
seized as the property OF the defend
ant, tO-wit:
Theeast half OF the southwest quar-
ter, and the west half of the south
east quarter. Of section 4, township 3
north, range west, situated in
Grant parish, La. and containing
16O acres OF land more or less. tOgeth-
er with all the improvements thereon.
Terms Of sale-Cash with the benefit
Of appraisement.
NJ. E. SWAFFORD,
Nov. Z, 1908. Sheriff.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

All persons are hereby notified not
to cut or remove any wood or tim
Der on lands belonging to me, with
out permission, under penalty Of be-
ing prosecuted to the full extent of
the law for such tresspass.
Aug. 20, 1903. J. II. McNEELY.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05
For Re,,t.

A small plantation seven miles be-
low COlfax, fronting on Red river,
known as the Deal place. Cabins
sufficient to operate the place. About
lao acres in tract and about 135 acres
in cultivation.
For particulars apply to
A. A. DEAN,
Oct31 -2m Fairmount, La
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mr.. G. H. Mcknight and his lovely
bride arrived Friday night, Nov. 9th,
from Marion, Ala, and have been re-
ceiving the congratulations OF their
numerous friends this week.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mrs. s. M. Lacroix has rent
ed her hotel to Mr.. B. G. Dean for
one year, and he will probably take
charge about the first of January.
Mrs. LaCroix and her daughter,
Miss Ella, will spend the winter in
New Orleans, and will leave in a
few. days for that city.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Complete files of the Scientific
American for the last ten years will
be found at this Office. They are in a
good state of preservation. Persons
desiring to possess the same can pur-
chase them at the rate of one dollar
per Year
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mr.. T. d. Buckner. of Ada, was in
Colfax last Wednesday, and while
here bought from Mrs. Minnie Buck
ner 14O acres: of land, being part OF
the old Cruikshank place.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mrs. Mary Watkins, of Pollock.
and Miss May Brister, after visiting
Mr.. and Mrs. H. B. Faraldo several
days this week, returned to their re-
spective homes Thursday night.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

VVANTED-SEvERAL INDUSTRIOUS PER-
~ sonsin each State to travel for house estab-
lished eleven years and with q large capital to
call upon merchants and agents for successful
and profitable line. Permanent engagement
Weekly cash salary Of SIS and all travelling ex-
penses and hotel bills advanced In cash each
week. Experience not essential. Mention refer
ence and enclose self-addressed envelope. THE
NATIONAL. 33l Dearborn IT.. Chicago.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Ladies, If you want something nice,
call nt the Crescent drug store and
try a hot chocolate, clam boullion,
orsome other pleasant and refreshing
drink.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05
Trespassers Take Notice.

All persons are hereby notified not
to cut or remove any wood or TIM
Der on lands belonging to me, with
out permission, under penalty Of be-
ing prosecuted to the full extent OF
the law for such trespass.
JOSEPH BILLES.
November IA. 1908.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05
Barber Outfit for Sale.

A complete barber outfit consisting
Of chair, mirrors, razors. brushes,
combs, mugs. etc. situated I'm a thriv-
ing town. A good investment for
any one wanting to go In the bust
ness. Apply at
N CHRONICLE OFFICE.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Miss Estelle McCook, assistant
teacher in the Colfax high school, has
been confined to her room this week
with a severe attack of la grippe.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mr.. C. ID. LaCroix visited Alexan.
dria Wednesday on business, going
by way of Boyce.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05
Rev. j. ID. Harper, presiding ell.

Rev. J. d. Harper, presiding ell
der of the Alexandria district, has
promised to be in Coifax with Rev.
N. j. Roberts on Sunday, Dec. 18th,
which will be his last appointment
at this place for the year. Bro.
Roberts quarterage for this year
is only half paid, and everybody is
urged to come forward and pay
their assessment before Dec. 18th.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mrs. R. II. Wells visited her mother,
Mrs. Fredieu, at Redemption, last
Monday and Tuesday.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mr.. r. H. Wells has reOpened his
barber shop at Hotel LeSage, and is
ready for any patronage he may re-
ceive in the barber line.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mr.. Prospere FaraldO spent several
days in Colfax this week, visiting his
brother, Mr.. III. B. FaraldO.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

In cold weather you want to try
those splendid hot drinks at the Cres-
cent drug store. Theladies especially
invited.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mrs. A. L. PRESLEY returned last
Monday morning from a visit to rel
atives at Sodus, Sabine parish.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Mrs. Eva Wagner, of Shreveport,
is visiting her sister, Mrs. Sam Irwin,
this week.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Fancy suspenders with silver buck
les are the thing. at LESAGE's.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

The world would be better and
richer to-day If all young men
coull have the inspiration of pow
erty with which to start life. Mon
ey has boon the bane of many
bright prospects because given into
unwise hands too early in life.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

If you want something nice to give
a friend for an Xmas present, you
should get it at Crescent drug store.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Say, girls; make your sweetheart
an Xmas present Of a pair of those
suspenders at A. M. LEsAGE's.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Misses Ada and Cordie Richard
son and Miss Ivy Roach, of Futrell,
were visiting in Colfax on Tuesday.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

DR.. e. H. Blackwood returned
with his bride last Tuesday morn
ing from Bowling Green, KY, and
he has been receiving the most
hearty congratulations from his
many friends.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Statuettes and vases, suitable fo
Christmas gifts, at the Crescent drug
store.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Better wear the brain and heart
out with work than have them rust
out with idleness.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Cotton quotations in New Orleans
at the close of business Thursday,
Dec. Sd. were as follows:
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Capt G. H. Teal, candidate for
Senator from the 9th Senatorial
district, left for Columbia last eve
ming, to be present to-day at the
meeting of the Senatorial executive
committee.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Remember that poll tax for 1908,
and be sure to pay it by Dec. 31st.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Collar and cuff boxes and handker-
chief cases ut Crescent drug store.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Just what you want in the clothing
line at McNeely's.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

The celebrated Brown shoes at Nc
Neely's.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Those superb ladies cloaks and
Jackets at McNeely's can't be beat.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Ladies' cloaks and jackets at Nc
Neely's.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05

Fine candies at Crescent drug store.
The Colfax chronicle., 1903-12-05
LOCAL DOTS:

Hot drinks ut Crescent drug store.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1903-02-17
CLUB RAISED So, 500.
Building Of an Elegant Club House Is
Assured

About thirty-five members attended the
special meeting Of the Country club at the
Commercial club last night a large num-
Der were kept away by the extreme cold
and many others were at the big Masonic
gathering. The meeting was for the pur-
pose of raising funds for the building of a
club house east of the city. and while
only a few were present, the meeting
was very enthusiastic one.
The club will build a club house cost
ing 5000. and the money will be raised
ty selling stock in the form OF bonds.
Over $500 was subscribed last night, and
If the other members are as enthusiastic
as were those present last night they
will have no difficulty in raising the
$500 necessary to build and furnish the
club house.
Several committees wer: appointed for
the purpose Of Waiting upon the members
who were not present last night. and
the officers are confident that all financial
matters will be settled within the next
two weeks and that work will commence
| on the club house as soon as the weather
will permit. 1t is planned to have il
completed and furnished for use during
the hot summer months tbs year.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1903-02-17
FIRE ON EAST DOUGLAS.
Four Small Shacks Burned Early Yes
terdsy MornIrQ.

Four small frame buildings. AZ the cor
ner 81 Douglas and Mosiey. were burned
about ESQ yesterday morning. Three were
burned 50 badly that they cannot be re
paired and the fourth is a wreck The
FIRE could easily have been extingU!shed
when the department arrived had not the
taps been frozen on the hydrant. causing
considerable delay.
The buildings were owned BY Emil Wer-
ner but were not OF very much value IN
fact Mr. Werner expected 70 replace
them by brick buildings n the spring.
had nct the fire occurred The building
on the corner was occupied by Ed Young
who Used I, as q blacksmith shop IL
was not badly damaged. and Mr.. Young :
loss is not great Henry Firtless Goa
Quoted a harness shop IN the next nuilc-
ing. and lost everything II - covered.
however. by Sies9 insurance The next
room was occupied by a cclorcd woman.
in whose room the fire was started By the
explosion OF a lamp This building SUI
fered most ard everything IN Il vas
burned The next building east was used