davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

TT was an accident which located Felix
Durand in the heart of the Blue
Ridge. Tho train. running steadily
northward some five years before, was
taking him, unhappy, stern-faced and
broken-hearted, away from scenes, ex-
pectations and hopes. all conferred AROUND
a laughing lovely face, when a danger
GUS trestle caused the engineer to slack
en- speed, then halt, while the passen-
gers streamed out OF the Pullman.
alarmed and dismayed. to find them
selves on one side of a slenderly bridged
chasm, with suniit peaks towering
around on all sides.
The tramp 20 an adjoining village ten
miles away. undertaken by most Of
them In preference to an indefinite walt
in the solitary fastness OF the noun
tains. aroused in Durand the artist APP
probation Of scenes of surprising beau
ty, which, viewed lingeringly and not
from the window OF rushing train
were of infinite grandeur. The deep
wooded chasms. narrow winding
streams, foaming and tumbling over
sharp boulders. the magnificent prime
val forest growth. so thickly covering
the mountain sides and slopes. and on
which light clouds and mists rested soft
Iy. until blown away by some light wind
from the west, attracted him infinitely.
Felix Durand took up what he thought
would be temporary abode for few
days IN a picturesque red brick inn
perched on the hillside among grove OF
tall CHESTNUT trees. on the edge OF the
small town, from whose stone porch and
windows a surprising view was had OF
the undulsting mountains sweeping OF
blue and misty in the distance.
He fingered and excursioned daily
and so the mountains caught and cap
tured him. as they are apt to DO.
A white cottage, built on an abrup'
slope covered with ferns and mountain
ash ana haring masses OF rhododendron
below which a hard graveled road but
tressed by a wall OF rocks. where II
turned and went off toward the valley
where patches Of rye and corn grew
luxuriant among apple orchards. and
the gray, weather-beaten cottages OF
some mountaineers, became Felix Dur
and's habitation.
ingly. as did tho everlasting murmur OF
a mountain stream, caught by the hand
of man and held back TO turn the wheel
OF a mill down az the foot OF the crag,
BY contrast with the gay whiri OF city
life he had left behind him. the gas-liS
luxuriousness Of drawing rooms, asso-
ciated with a careless mellow laugh and
beautiful face, from which two deep
blue eyes looked with calm. cruel in
difference. the solemn hush Of the forest
OF the wild rush OF the winter storms
the gloTies OF crimson sunsets beyond
the great everlasting hills. brought
peace and partial forgetfulness in the
course OF time TO the wounded soul and
broken aspirations Of the artist.
To soften their subtle essence. the
aromatic leaves must be crushed by
some ruthless hand. With the true ar
fist II is the merciless grind OF sorrow
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

of social and religious betterment of
the male membership of churches are
exceedingly we'll exemplihed
A rather unexpected result is the ac-
tive interest the club men are beginning
to show in other church matters that
before they left strictly alone. Gradu-
ally corps OF willing men workers are
becoming Invaluable aids TO many OF
the city pastors, and are working along
new lines. especially in humanitarian
directions.
Social in Character.
Most of the clubs are entirely social
in character. small number meet
weekly. but the majority hold semi
monthly sessions, some even extending
this to four or FIVE times year.
Parish halls and Sunday school rooms
furnish quarters. and a good supply OF
current literature Of the best class wins
many from chat and story 10 the de-
lights of the printed page. Smoking is
generally allowed. for the "courtier OF
Ny Lady Nicotine" is disconsolate and
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

note Alice had handed her fall on her lar
with a troubled but admiring expression
for the girl standing in the full light OF
the bay window. among the plants and
| flowers which adorned it. was well worth
looking at. She could stand the most
critical examination under any and all
circumstances, for hers was the perfec-
tion of beauty, Of an American girl in
the glow and pride Of a complete social
success.
Yes. 1 suppose so. It's very nice OF
Donald Tremaine. isn't it? Only I don't
happen to care for him, Aunt Sue. It's
rather pity. but 1 don't
Mrs. Perry Hampton stirred inpatient
ly and frowned slightly, and thought
within herself that girls are a sore trial
TO chaperons, with their absurd perver-
stiles Chose endowed with good looks
especially, and wished IL was within the
usages Of modern days TO resort to con-
vents and bread and water to reduce silly
and rebellious young women Of twenty
four 70 a sensible submission 20 their
elders.
Mrs. Perry Hampton was a handsome
woman, clever, and distinguished look
ing, a social leader in the world o.
fashion. and she was distinctly proud Of
the quite remarkable success of hel
beautiful niece. and considered Donald
Tremaine's proposal as the browning
glory of her social career.
Il don't suppose you intend to re-
fuse him. You cannot commit so sense
less piece OF folly" she said sharply
after a pause, while Alice continued t.
gaze idly out down the avenue
Donald Tremaine is a charming feI.
! low. cultivated and agreeable. TremainC
Hall Is the most beautiful place / know
OF. l am not urging him to accept be-
cause he Is immensely wealthy, although
! that is certainly a consideration, but be,
| cause he Is the incest young man l know
! Of; the most unspoiled and generous
and he Is absolutely devoted to you. YcI
can't possibly refuse him, Alice"
Silence filled Mrs Perry Hampton's
| luxurious tea room. broken only by tn,
cracking of the wood fire In the oper
! fireplace, for the late spring afternoons
were chilly and there was pleasure ant
| comfort in CHEEKY blaze. Alice turned
| slowly.
"He is all you say, auntie. That's tn,
honorable and kind and generous. and h,
deserves to get in return as much as h,
/ gives. l know he Is devoted to me, bu
I'm not to him. ! like him immensely
/ but Donald would not be satisfied witt
/ that. l wouldn't in his place"
Alice came forward and stood by her
aunt's chair, and Mrs. Perry Hampton
| felt a curious qualm of uneaslness as
she looked up in the laughing face and
read vague possibilities in its wonderful
I beauty and reserved intensity OF express
/ sion.
| My dear child" she said, slowly, "a
/ think you can safely let Donald decide
| that for himself. You have never cared
! for any man. have you? And he has
qualities and destinations which must
/ appeal 10 any woman. You might fal
| desperately In love with your own hus-
! band, my dear. Ca s'est deia w." Mrs
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

At present the church clubs of Wash
ington are completing their preparations
for the meetings this winter. Last win
ter they were very successful, but in the
summer the interest naturally fell off.
The election OF officers generally oc-
ours about this time. The officers usual
ly comprise a president. secretary, and
treasurer, with occasionally vice pres
ident. They are chosen by the votes of
their fellows from among the club mem
bers. The clergy are members and at
tend the meetings. They seldom hold
office. however, preferring to be felt
rather than an active influence.
First Club at Epiphany.
The pioneer in mems clubs is that at
Epiphany Church and Epiphany Church
mission. This club was organized over
twenty-one years ago. largely through
the cooperation and suggestion Of Mrs
Hodges. who is still actively engaged in
the work. The club Is under the general
control of a board of lady managers.
and it is certain It is we'll managed. I,
is, located IN Epiphany Mission House.
Twelfth and Streets southwest The
house is fitted up handsomely for such
a place, and the club room is unusually
comfortable. Checkers and dorninoe.
are in constant use, while a piano only
rests during the day time. The meet
ing night is Tuesday OF each week. and
a short entertainment with coffee Is
in readiness. good library. hardly
equaled by private or church libraries
the gift OF friend. is much enjoyed.
feature OF the library is a supply OF
works on engineering and mechanics
which interest the class of men who
belong to this club. No dues are asked
only good behavior Anyone may com'
in. and II is not an uncommon occur
renee to see Jew and Roman Catholit
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

Lutheran Church, corner Of Eleventh
and H Streets northwest. was organized
three years ago The present member
ship numbers about fifty. and includes
the names OF such welI-known resi-
dents as Albert f. Fox. president of the
Columbia National Bank; George e
Muth. Edward T. Kaiser. George w. LIN
kins. J. Granville Myers. Charles Philips,
The object Of the club primarily was to
promote the material, social, and spirit
ual interests OF the church It's work.
however. has been directed chiefly to-.
ward the promotion Of the social in
terests.
Receptions Well Attended.
Receptions given by the club are al
ways largely attended. and highly suo-
cessful. The program OF entertainments
generally includes vocal and instrument
tai selections, and readings and recita-
lions by popular local artists. At in
tervals the services OF weIl-known lee
turers, professional readers and artists
are secured. These attractions serve a
purpose in bringing many persons to-
gether for the enjoyment OF an hour or
two OF pleasant social intercourse Aft
er the election OF a new pastor. in place
of the Rev. F. W. Moot. resigned, 1t Is
the intention OF the club to secure and
fit UP quarters and diversity it's meetings
by the discussion of interesting TOPICS
The president of the club for the last
three years, Charles f. Kreh, is a native
of Frederick, Md. He was former
1y engaged in newspaper work in BaIti-
more. but for the past ten years has
served the Government in clerical
capacity.
Calvary Baptist Church has large
mems club. meeting on Monday nights.
presided over by Dr. Charles W. Need
ham. president OF the Columbian Uni
versity The Eastern Presbyterian,
Mount Pleasant Congregational. and &
number of others have similar clubs,
which are powers for good in the COM
munity. The movement has gained a
good foothold in Washington and IT'S
benefits have already been felt IN many
quarters.
In this self-suficient twentieth CEN
fury it is a peculiar and suggestive sight
TO see men turning TO the long neglect
ed church for social enjoyment and men
tai improvement Though they have for
gotten the church. II has not forgotten
them. and the men. through these clubs.
seem to be gathering again to the re-
lgious teachings of their youth. The
mems clubs are doing a good work in
WASHINGTON
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

estate in the Capital City. II apart
ments are to be rented at figure any
where within the means OF persons in
moderate circumstances the best we can
do is 10 design inadequate areaways to
furnish the light and air. Such q thing,
as eapacious court is unheard OF ex-
cept In the more expensive buildings.
in Paris the building law requires the
reservation OF certain amount OF land
in front. and there are restriction as to
the number OF meters that must be left
vacant in the rear.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11
MORE AIR IN APARTMENT HOUSES

esXITHEN some man comes forward
w and designs an apartment
house where each suite will receive
plenty of fresh air and sunlight
and apartments will be rented at rea-
sonable figure, humanity-that is. Wash
ington humanity-wilI rise and call him
blessed said a leading architect while
discussing the apartment house prob
lem
I'VE haven't been able to do it yet.
The chief obstacle is the cost of real
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

FEW people are aware of the hold
the mems club movement has OBJ
tanned upon the churches OF
Washington These clubs, organized as
an adjunct of the church. have been
formed in many of the denominations,
and their growth and success have sur
prised even the promoters of the plan.
1t has been found that great many
men need only the opportunity to for
sake the saloon and the drinking clubs
and affiliate with the bodies which make
for righteousness. The clubs already
formed have gained most satisfactory
Roadway. and others are being organized
following the lines already laid down.
Not long hence the church club for men
will be an essential part of the social
life of every religious body in the city,
for it has been found that this is
about the only way left to interest men
and boys in religious matters.
AS matters stand Christianity is vir-
tually rejected by the men. The city
churches are practically made up of
women, at least the membership of the
churches is by vast majority made up
of the female sex. The men who attend
the services and help support the
churches are only "brothers-in-law,'
30 to speak.
Remedy in Mems Clubs.
But remedy for this condition of
things has been found. OF nate years
the clergy and other workers have be-
gun to think that the trouble lies in the
social life OF the church. They have
ceased TO care for the sneering ortiz
cism of the department store church. -
and have set the mems clubs going in
many of the parishes. They exist side
by side with the Dorcas societies. which
once represented the whole social life of
Christian bodies. When men see the
practical workings OF the new institu-
tion. its widespread results, and realize
it's tendencies. they join and help the
work along by their attendance and eff
forts.
The saloon cannot exist in a neighbor-
hood where a good mems club is in OPP
Grafton. For the club takes away the
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11
A Toast to the Woman That's Good.
By HAROLD R. vYNNE.

Ho, gentlemen lift your glasses up
Each gallant each swain and lover
kiss to the beads that brim in the cup,
laugh for the foam split over
For the soul is a-ilt and the heart beats high,
And care has unloosed its tether;
''Now drink" said the sage, "for tomorrow we dep
So, let's have toast together.
Swing the goblet aloft; to the lips let it fall;
Then bend you the knee to address her,
And drink, gentle sirs, to the queen of us all
To the woman that's good-God bless herl
Oh, youth is a madeap and time is churll
Pleasure pals and remorse follows after;
The world hustles on In its pitiless whirl,
With its kisses, its tears and its laughterl
But there's one gentle heart in its bosom of white
Dear love with the tender eyes cleaning,
Who has all the wealth of my homage tonight,
Where she lies in her innocent dreaming
And watch DER her ever my spirit skall keep,
While the angels lean down to coress her;
And I'll pledge her again, in her beautiful sleep
The woman that's good-God bless heri
All bohemia's honey was sweet to the sip,
And the song and the dance were alluring-
THE mischievous maid with the mutinous lip
Had charm that very enduring)-
But out from the music and smoke-wreaths and lace
OF that world of the tawdIily clever
There floats the rare spell of the pure little face
That chased away folly foreverl
And pledge my last toast, ere go to my rest
Oh, fortunate earth to possess her:-
To the DEAR tender heart in the little white breast
OF the woman that's good-God bless her!
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11
ACTIVE MEMS CLUBS IN THE WASHINGTON CHURCHES

Movement to Interest Male
Portionof the Congregations
in the Social and Intellectual
Life of the Religious Body
Has Gained Considerable
Roadway Under the Wise
Guidance Of Progressive
Clergymen and Members.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-10-11

First Organization Formed at
Epiphany Church Twenty
one Years Ago-Readii1g,
Lectures, Smoking, Games,
and Good Fellowship Es-
sentia1 Parts Of Program.
Quarters for Meetings IN
Portion of Parish House.
The Red Cloud chief., 1903-11-20
New Fra in Cane suga- Production

The department of agriculture, in its
official Crop Reporter" for November
that the indications are that
the world has entered on a new era In
the production OF cane sugar. The de-
partment quotes estimates placing in
the total sugar production of the world
in the year in 10000 ut 10,425, 800 tons
of cane sugar and 6,0S3 900 tons of beet
sugar and says as to can sugar:
During the past five years the
wrold's output Of this product has in
creased from 5000, 900 to upwards of
1000. 900 tons, quantitatively the great
est increase ever made in any five year
period In the history. Moreover. for the
first time in a half century the ratio
of increase in the worlds production Of
cane sugar has exceeded that of sugar
made from beets, the percentage of in
GREASE in the former product for the
five years being about double that Of
the latter. The four years frcm 10000
to 10000, inclusive, were each in its
turn record breaking years for the
production of sugar. The previous high
record crop $3.50. 900 tons) was that
of 1S94-95. the crop made just before
the outbreak of the revolution in the
most important producer, Cuba.
THE high record crop in the history
Of the worlds beet sugar production
was that of 1901-02 Since that date
there has been a decline in production
in Europe. amounting in all to about
1000, 900 tons, but the present years es-
timated output still shows a consider
able increase over that of five years
ago"
The report says that about 20 per
cent OF the cane sugar OF the world is
now annually produced on tropical and
semi-tropical islands. The prospective
output for 10000 of the leading single
producers, Cuba and Java. constitute
% per cent OF the worlds cane sugar.
The Red Cloud chief., 1903-11-20
Corn Remains King OF Crops

Two months ago, when the eariy
frosts came, the United States suffered
short spasm of doleful dumps over the
outlook for the corn crop. Now, how
ever, the government statisticians see
reason to believe that the 1903 crop will
be larger than that of any previous
year in the history Of the country with
the single exception of 1902.
The estimate Is for a crop OF 2,313,-
900 900 bushels, grown on a little less
than 80. 900, 900 acres OF land, with an
average yield Of about 25.S bushels per
acre.
Last year the corn growers not only
planted a larger acreage, but secured y
heavier yield. On a trife more than
"a, 200, 600 acres 1928. 900 900 bushels
were grown, the average per acre be-
ing 26.S bushels.
This year has an advantage over last
year. however, in the quality Of the
corn, the general average being S3.1 per
cent as compared with S0.7 per cent last
year. In 1901 the general average was
1877 per cent and in 1900 85.5 per cent
The orr crops of the last decade
have varied greatly in size. the worst
being that of 1894. when 62. 600, 900 acres
produced only 1912, 600. 600 bushels.
Since then the acreage has ranged be-
tween so, 900. 900 and 10000 900 bushels,
except in the two years 1901 and 1902,
when It was above 80, OOO, 900. and the
total yield has ranged from 1922. 000,-
600 to 2,523, 600, 900 bushels. The low
figure was In 1901. ,
In 1900 the total crop of the world,
outside the United States was only
about 700. 900 600 bushels.
The good yield of this year, maintain
ing as 1t does the purchasing power Of
the corn-growing communities. will be
a helpful factor in the commercial and
industrial prosperity Of the country.
The Red Cloud chief., 1903-11-20
Inspector Of Inning ration for Omaha

Through the efforts of Senator Mil
lard 1t is said that Secretary Cortelyou
has decided 10 create u new Office and
appoint an official to take charge of it,
In Omaha's federal building. The Of
nicer VIII be known as an inspector Of
immigration. Word has been received
that the decision to appoint such an
officer has been reached and that his
appointment will shortly take place.
II Is said that Chinese residents who
desire to return to their homes across
the Pacific have experienced a great
deal OF trouble in securing the papers
which would permit them to leave and
return TO this country and It is to
s~traighten this matter out more than
for any other reason that tho office has
been created. 1t is understood that
some nearby towns will be included in
the territory owe which the Omaha
officer will have jurisdiction.
The Red Cloud chief., 1903-11-20
A Cure for Sissies.

One way for college athletes to earn
their expenses nowadays is by acting
as sort of male governesses, says the
Chicago Inter Ocean. Wealthy par
ents whose young sons are being edu-
Gated at home by governesses fire..
quently apply at the employment Of
fees of universities for the services of
some athlete who can give their boys
five OF six hours a week of compan-
ionship. They arc afraid that the edu-
cation OF ~governesses alone may make
their sons "sissifled."
A number of athletes paying their
own way through the various colleges
have such jobs. Three or four morn
ings a week they go to the boys, romp
with them, play ball, and during the
winter skate and coast. Usually they
are also employed in vacation to stay
with the boys at their parents sam
mer homes. One Northwestern stu
dent has held such a position for three
years.
The Red Cloud chief., 1903-11-20

beth r~eferred-the assassination OF
the poor old a In his sleep
Later on in the day, Just before
starting to the station, Mr.. Burrltt, on
looking at his watch, noticed that it
had stopped. Then he remembered
that he had forgotten to bring his
watch key. and had. consequently.
been obliged to omit the ceremony of
winding it up the night before. Ii
occurred to him that his friend, who
was packing his pOrtmanteau in the
next room. might be able to supply
the deficiency.
He left his WI room and knocked
at the door of the one adjoining. But
the occupant of the apartment, whom
he heard moving about within, appar-
emily did o hear the knock. so. after
waiting a few seconds, he turned the
handle and entered.
The other was standing in front of
the dressing table and with his back
to the door, so that his actions we're
reflected in the mirror. He was dress
ed, all but his coat, and was carefully
examining some article which caught
the light as he turned it over in his
hand. He wheeled round suddenly,
with a quick frown, on hearing the
sound of the opening of the door and
Mr.. Burritt's involuntary exclamation
OF alarm when he saw how his friend
was employed,
Good heavens" he exclaimed,
s'u.hat apn Nntt lnin1 t.i,h tIat tli,.sDp
my dear fellow" said the other,
regaining his composure instantane.
ousiy, what on earth are you making
such a fuss about? Did you never see
a revolver bcfore?"
"Of course | have answered Mr..
Burritt. somewhat Indignantly. But
there, for goodness sake, put the thing
down. l hate to see you trifing with
IL in that way. IL gives me the cold
shivers."
You alarm yourself unnecessarily. I
assure you have not the slightest in
tention of blowing my brains out.
Why or earth should II | was mere
ly examining the thing to see that it
was all right"
"But-but," stammered Mr.. Burritt,
far from treasured, you don't mean
to say that you are in the habit of
carrying firearms about with you?"
MY dear fellow" mimicked the
other, Il don't merely say it, l do it,"
But why?" was the question.
WHY" he replied. In case of
emergencies. You never know when
you may need it. and I should never
think Of travelling without something
Of the sort"
"You mean to say" persisted Mr..