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The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
PROSPECTS OF THE crops.
Winter Wheat Fine--spring Wheat
Sowing Held Back by Rain.

The agricultural departments crop
bulletin says that winter. wheat
is in very promising condition gen.
orally. The crop has wintered well
and Is making vigorous growth in
all sections. Some spring wheat
has been sown in Washington. but,
no seeding has been done in the
principal spring wheat States. the soil
being too wet for preparatory work.
The seeding of spring oats has begun
as far north as Michigan, but this
work has been retarded by wet ground.
Fall-sown oats are making vigorous
growth in the Southern States, with
excellent prospects. Very little corn
has beeen planted north of the Gulf
States, where the early-planted stand
is fair to good. Serious injury to the
peach crop by frost is reported from
nearly all sections east Of the Mis-
sissippi and from Oklahoma and
Northern Texas. Other fruits are
more promising. although the abnor-
mally high temperatures in the lake
region have forced buds to such an
extent that frosts at this time would
be very damaging,
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
Women Freemasons.

The popular idea that the secrets OF
Masonry must never be impaired to
woman is erroneous. In the "Consti-
tutions of Masonrie," in the archives
Of the lodge at York. England, occurs
the following: Then one of the eld-
ers takeing the Booke, and that hee or
shee that is to be made Mason shall
lay their hands thereon, and the
charge shall be given" It was only
after the institution of the grand
lodges lin England, 1717; Scotland,
1886; Ireland, 1721-30) that the cere-
monies were changed, and women
were excluded from the order In this
country. In Spain lodges Of women
Freemasons, exist to-day, and there
are lodges in Paris, though the latter
are not officially recognized by the
authorities of the order.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
Rather Awkward,

An ingenious young man once took
his fiancee to church in a small coun.
try village, and when the time for
collection" came around, he rather
ostentatiously displayed a sovereign.
Presuming upon their engagement,
the young woman placed a restrain.
ing hand upon the arm of her fiance
Don't be 80 extravagant, George!p
she exclaimed.
"Oh, that's nothing" he replied, 81
always make point of giving soy
ereign when go to strange church"
Just then the deacon came with
the plate, and George dropped a coin.
Everything seemed favorable, and the
young man beamed with a sense Of
generosity. Then the minister gave
out the notices for the week. and
concluded with the wholly unexpected
announcement of the days collection.
"The collection today" said he,
Amounted to nineteen and sixpence." !"
George hadn't much say all the
way to bis hancee's home.-Tit-Bits.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
Milk Powder.

The production OF milk powder hae
been perfected by Herr Ekenburg by
means of an apparatus called a contin
uous exsiccator. This evaporates the
milk to dryness without q vacuum at
a temperature not exceeding 40 de
grees c. (104 F., and odor and taste
are so well preserved that 1t can be
told whether the milk had been pas
teurized or boiled. Heating with wa
ter at 60 to 20 degrees c. converts the
powder into milk that is in every re-
spect like the ordinary product. Spe
cial treatment has overcome the ten
dency of the stored powder to pass
gradually into an insoluble state and
has proved it's keeping qualities, civ
ing 1t high degree Of resistance to
bacteria.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
FAMOUS cANvAsEs BOGUS.
Startling Discoveries Made in Paris Of
Reproductiona.

A discovery recently made by Nine.
Augier, widow of the dramatist, in
Paris, France, who was close friend
Of Henry Pilo, a well-llnown artist.
and is now the guardian of his chill
dren, has given rise to scandal which
spread CONSERVATION among art low
ers in France and abroad. Nine. Au-
gier learned that certain pictures pur-
porting to have been painted by Pilo
were frauds. Further inquiries led to
the discovery Of he place whence the
fraudulent canvases came. A search
was made of the studio of NJ. Ellina.
which resulted in the discovery of
many fraudulent paintings. Among
other things, this artist gave proof
that the famous Grown of Semira-
mis-" now in the Louvre and acquired
by the state at cost Of $4,000, had
been designed by him.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

York and also the oldest.
In 1899 The Sangerlust celebrated its
iiftieth anniversary with large celebration
in New York City. The following is his
testimony:
About two years ago caught a severe
cold while travelling and which settled
into catarrh Of the bronchial tubes, and 80
affected my voice that | was obliged to
cancel my engagements. In distress | was
advised to try Peruna, and although
had never used patent medicine before,
| sent for bottle.
Words but lily describe my surprise
to find that within a few days | was
greatly relieved, and within three weeks |
was entirely recovered. / am never with
out it now, and take an occasional dose
when | feel run down."--Julian Weisslitz.
If YOU do not derive prompt and satis-
factory results from the use of Peruna
write at once TO DIR. Hartman, giving a
full statement OF your case and he will
be pleased to give you his valuable advice
gratis.
Address DR.. Hartman, President of
The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus,
Ohio
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
Graphite Vein Found,

New claims of the Pioneer Graphite
Company, which is controlled by stock
holders in the Pittsburg (Pa) Graph
ite Company, have been examined at
Park Falls. Wis, and the biggest vein
of graphite known in the west has been
discovered. 1t will be opened up as
soon as new machinery can be brought
here from the east and will yield as
much graphite as all the other prop
critics Of the Pittsburg company COM
bined. The vein has been partially
opened up for 700 feet, is IL feet wide,
and lies less than 10 feet from the sur
face. There are indications that sew
eral other new deposits will be struck.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
WILL RENT ITS SHIPS.
Transatlantic Combine Amends Char.
ter to Please Great Britain.

tcT 10 Ffcdsc STcdt DTItdiH.
The International Mercantile Ma.
rine Company, the transatlantic ship
combination which was Incorporated
last October with an authorized capi-
tai stock of s12O.0O0,O0O, filed papers
at Trenton, N. j., amending its origin
al charter. The amendment consists
OF a provision authorizing the COM
pany TO enter into a contract with
the United States government or any
states or dependencies thereof, or with
any foreign government or state, in
cluding the power to sell or hire any
OF it's steamships or sailing vessels or
other property to such governments
or states for any purpose whatsoever,
whether naval, military or otherwise.
1t is believed that this amendment has
been inserted to meet the objection
of the British government that under
tho original charter that government
would not have the power to press
any of the vessels OF the company into
its naval service in times OF war.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
-ru-na n Preventive and Cure for Colds.

Pe-ru-na Preventive and Cure for Colds.
Mr.. G. +. Given, Sussex, n. b., Vice
President of "The pastime Boating Club"
wytes; d,
Whenever the cold weather sets in
have for years past been very sure to
catch severe cold which was hard to
throw off, and which would leave after
effects on my constitution the most of the
winter.
Last winter | was advised to try
Peruna, and within five days the cold was
broken up and in five days more | was a
well man. | recommended it to several of
my friends, and all speak the highest
praise for it. There " nothing IKE
PerunG for catarrhal Affections. IL
Is tcelt nigh inJaItfbie.ds a cure, and
Igtadty endorse a.. @ F. Gfren.
A Prominent Singer Saved From Loss of
Voice.
Mr.. Julian Weisslitz, l75 Seneca street,
Buffalo, n. Y, is Corresponding Secre-
tary of The Sangerlust, of New York; is
the leading second bass of The Sangerlust,
the largest German singing society of New
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

The readers Of this paper Will be pionsed to
learn that there is at least one dreaded dis
ease that science has been able to cure In ali
its stages, and that is Catarrh. Halls CRtarrh
Cure is the only positive cure now known to
the medical fraternity. CatarTh being a con-
stitutional disease, requires constitutional
treatment. Halls CatarrhCure Ia taken inter-
nally, acting directly upon the blood and mu-
cous surfaces Of the system, thereby destroy
ng the foundation Of the disease, and giving
the patient strength by building up the con
stitutton and assisting nature in doing its
work. The proprietors have so much faithin
dred Dollars for any case that II fails to cure.
Send for list of testimonials. Address
f. j. CHENEY h Co., Toledo, o.
Sold by Druggists TOO.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
Tickled Him,

"He is a great mimic on the piano.
He thrilled his audience last night"
did he initiate the songs of beautiful
birds?" mo. he initiated a ton of
coal sliding down a cellar chute so
realistically that every one imagined
he was getting supply at home"
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

"brick -dust-lfke" deposit. Urmation Is
infrequent. too frequent or excessive.
You should heed these danger signals
before chronic complications set IN
Diabetes, Dropsy, Brfglt's Disease.
Take Doan's Kinney Pills in time and
the cure Is simple.
J. #. wainwright. Of the firm Of
Bones e. wainwright. painters ana con.
tractors, Pufaski. va, says: "Four or
five times year for the past few years
I have suffered with severe attacks
Of pain In my back. caused from kidney
trouble. During these spells was In
such misery from the constant pain
and aching that It was nfmcyt i'm
possible for me 10 stoop or strsighten,
and It really seemed rs II the whole
small of my back had given away.
At times I also had dificufty with
the kidney sevetions, which were dis
was Also greatly distressed with bead-
aches and dizziness. used n number
of recommended remedies. but l never
found anything so successful as
Doans Kidney Fffls. When heard OF
them l had un attack and procured a
box of them. In few days the pain
and lameness disappeared, the trouble
with the kidney secrctiors was cor
rected and my system was improved
generally. | have every confidence In
Doan's Kidney PfIis."
A FREE TWAL of this great kidney
medicine which cured Mr.. Wainwright
win nc mailed 10 any part of the United
States on application. Address Foster
Milburn Co, Buffalo, n. Y. FW sale
tg all druggists. price 30 cents per box.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
TWO SIGNALS.

There are two
serious signals
Of kidney tlls.
The first signal
comes from the
back with nu-
ncrous aches
and pains. The
second signal
cones In the
kidney secre-
tlons. the urine
Is thin and
pale or too
highly colorcd
and showing
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

The American Telegraph and Tele-
phone Company earned last year about
$10,0O0,000. The outstanding stock is
s109 100000.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

PIso's Cure for Consumption Is an infallible
SAMUEL, Ocean Grove, N. j., Feb. II, 1900.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

FITSpermansntly cured. No Ats or nervous
ness after first days use of DR.. Hines Great
NerveRestorer. $2trial bo ttlesnd reatise fres
DR.. R.H. KLINE, Ltd. 9Sl Arch ST., Phila., Pa.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
Many schoo, Children Arc si,k,v.

Mother Gray 'sIsweet Powders for Children,
used by Mother Gray, nurse in Childron's
Home, New Ysrt, break mp colds In "a hours,
cure Feverishn-ss Constipation, stomach
Troubles, Teething Disorders and Destroy
Worms. At all druggists, 25c. Sample mailed
FAEE. Address Allen s. Olmsted, Le Roy, NY.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

The fellow who makes fool of himself
generally saves some one else the trouble.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

Mrs. Winslow's Soothingsyrup for children
teething soften the gums, reduces innamma
tion, ,allays pain cures wind collie. 26c. abottlo
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

Few, people can lose their money anS
keep their friends.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

1t generally takes lot OF backing to
make good front.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

When man sends telegram he realizes
that what he says goes.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

The successful money maker is generally
. dismal failure as spender.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

JUNE TINT BUTTER Colon makes top
OF the market butter.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15
500 Reward. 500.

Take care of your friends and your enc.
mics will take care of themselves.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1903-04-15

Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1903-07-09
NnnnIrondrr.

In translation of two folk tales about Napoleon, one from the French and the other the Russian, George Ken nan says that Napoleonder is the Rus sian peasants name for the emperor. It is not quite clear why he has adopt cd it Possibly the final syllable der has been added because to the ear of the peasant Napoleon seems incom- plete. as "Alexan" would sound to us without the "der."
 The point of view of the two nation alltics differs amazingly. The French peasant regards Napoleon as a great leader and conqueror. aided, if not di- rectly sent. by God to show forth the power and glory of France.
 The Russian peasant more thought tul by nature as well as less excltable and cumulative, admits that the con- Queror was sent to earth by God to illustrate the divine nature of sympa- thy and pity through the cruelty of war. Both are convinced of bis super natural origin. The Frenchman be lieyes that be was led by a guiding star. The Russian argues that he was created by the devil, and that God, having given him a soul, to punish the Russian people for their sins. then made him a man by inspiring him with compassion.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1903-07-09
GOING DOWN?
:TtTt%STTtTHTSt$t*t*t
By ALLISON JAMES

C.rM-gli. -. Il .. N RLeAaTda0n
The daily morning Alaskan., 1903-07-09
[, ThI. the AmerIean wIteI

But the American wifei Henry James has summed up the American wife In just one sentence. He says, 'srhe American wife knows nothing Of her husbands affairs. except that they are Of not the slightest consequence" e." This is both epigrammatic and exactly true. The American wife has quite genuine affection for her husband. Even after years of marriage have gone by she thinks of him with un- affected friendllness. He is SO useful! She credits him with almost an tho virtues. except perhaps the virtue of being interesting. and she oyeriOoks that one defect of bis with charitable tolerahon. She sees him come and go each day with clocklike regularity. She vaguely knows what his profes- sion or vocation Is. She thinks better of hlm if it is a profession or vocation that Is generally regarded as quite ereditable. But this is practically all she knows or cares about it-Ainslee'a
The daily morning Alaskan., 1903-07-09

EK sEAr.
 and Marion had played tennis and golf together for two seasons. He had been tempted Co propose Co her on the bay itself c1c moonlight night but Marion vas nervous ..d would not permit his attention e. stray from handling the tiny salIhc.t And then hc bad put on Che propo,.I week after week. He felt somehow that such moment came but once Into mans lie, and he dreaded Co think of the day when the tender antic.pations would be a thing of the past. Now be almost wished be bad let it end In happy dreams, for the reality was stern beyond description.
 The cause of their trouble seemed ser.oas enough Co Marion. but from Walters masculine viewpoint lt was ridiculously triyiaL
 The cousin of hls roommate at col lece was T'ayIlg souhrette roles in light opera. Simultaneously with the arrival of her caupauy u Detroit came a note r,sm her c1-s.n in New York be.l..S Planning Co be kind to the kid'' while she was In town.
 Fleming read the letter through sey- eraI times and wondered what in the world dear old Tom meant by being Kind. He couldn't Invite the girl Co stop up at the house because it was too far from the thegttr. and be had vague ideas that theatrical folk preferred Co flock together. His mother and sisters should so Co call. of course. Anyway, he'd take Marion the first night. Even a busy s0ubrette ought Co appreciate the opportunity Of meeting such a rarely charming girl as Marion So be sent .'the kid" roses exactly Ike those Marion was Co wear. and did not notice thc cxurt s.ol iu his danccc's eyes when the flowers were passed over the 6otlights llere was a little supper after the performance. chupcruucd by Mrs. Flpmin~ at which the little uctrcss wore a very plain black gown with a ycry bong train and carried Walters roses.
 Tho next day was set aside for a drive through thc parts, followed by luncheon Ct a fashionable cafe. "Ihc kid" who had never seen the beautiful city of Detroit before, woXed enthusi astic but Marion remarked that she had an engagement and would have Co lc excused. Nrs FieuiuS whc was a bvsy woman. told her sou uext m,ruing nt breakfast that an actress did uo; require a chaperun.
 So tho uttic s0ulrcttc. who was really n hardworkiug. ambitious artiste aud was usew.sg engaged tJ a young stock broker iu New York, did" Detroit in Walters company for i've brilliant winter days They talked of their re- spective fancees and each decided that mckier m0rta'y did not breathe. And when Waltcr had done his duty like a man. even Co seeing the little actress or on tlc l-.GuIghl train for Mime npolIs. he sighed repevedly and never dreamed Of the awful fate which his next Interview with Marion held for lm.
 There was only one uoor between Lim and the girl who was leaving town today with bitterness ln her heart vet there seemed no way of passing Che barrier.
 ~Golug dowug' yelled the elevator boy.
 walter. hat ln hand made a dash for the corridor. As the elevator dooi slammed shut he found himself face Co face with Marion. She was pale, plain lv tired from the exertion Incident to moving. but she looked over his head
The daily morning Alaskan., 1903-07-09

"Soing downT
 The nasal tones of the elevator boy echoed down the corridor Of the Mas sau apartments.
 Walter Fleming rose abruptly and slammed the door.
 "Going doWny
 Of course. everything was going down from the stocks be had bought hst week Co the hope oS hls heart. The stocks might rise It be held them long enough. The hope of hls heart was ap- pareutly dashed beyond remedy. Mar lon willis had effected the latter ca tashuphe In a few words. cutting to the loint of bitterness They had been eugn-cd three blissfully short months. and now
 rbcrc were moving vans at the front door. The Information offered by hls sister that Che Willis family were 90 ing Co Che country a month earlier than usOal dllcd him with dreary dlsmay.
 The Will.ses were going back to Bay Ridge. of course. That was where he
The daily morning Alaskan., 1903-07-09

ls if her supply of self control was ua- limited.
 "Going dOwnr'
 ooh, Charlior'
 The elevator stopped with jerk. Tho voice came from Mra Madden's room. She was O semi-lnvalid and a prlviloged character ln the Nassau. Charlie flung open the door and crossed the han. Mrs. Madden held out a letter.
 And w,sh you'd stop at Mrs, Tur- ner's door and ask her to come up tAis norning"
 "Yes'm." murmured Charlie. but as be whirled round hls heart throbbed wildly. The door of the elevator shaft stood open. but the elevator had disap- pcared. He stared at the Quivering ca- bles. It was going down fast
 In the meantime affairs in the eleva- tor had taken a sudden turn. Marion's face had gone a shade whiter as the elevator without any warning began to drop swiftly. It was six floors at least to the basement She raised frightened eyes to Flemlng's face
 Cant you'-
 q might simply make 10 worse If touched it. It won't strike hard. sit down"
 He pushed her gently Into the leath- CT seat. then suddenly swung round and threw himself on the lever. Thero was no response to his effort They shot by startled faces on the second landing. Charlie's shrill screams ech- oed down the shaft. Fleming faced the girl A world of passionate plead Ing shone in her eyes.
 Walter. Walter. lf we've got to die I'm glad it's together"
 His arms were about her. and her face was hidden on bis shoulder when the crash came. For few seconds Fleming felt as if be had just rushed the center of a football team. Then he opened his eyes and looked Into Marion's unconscious face.
 "She loves mel She loves mer he whispered and kissed her colorless lips When the janitor and a score of frightened servants reached the scene, Fleming had himself well in hand
 Miss Willis has fainted. Let me take her out to the afr, please.-
 That afternoon be dropped Into the office of the Nassau's superintendent, who commenced profuse apologies. Fleming cut him short.
 q want to speak to you about the elevator bOy-Charlie."
 ''Yes, yes-Of course" responded the superintendent "We'n dismiss hlm at once-win have a new boy on this evening"
 That's just what don't want done" interrupted Fleming. '-The boy was not to blame"
 But it's against the rules for him to leave his car" murmured the aston lshed superintendent This is a mat ter of discipline"
 "Contound your discipline" said Fienlrg good uaturedly Have the elevator oycrhauled. It needs it, but don't you monkey with Chnrlie's job; that is if you value the Fleming fam fly as tenantA am quite serious, and I trust you'll see it this way"
 When Walker left his office, the su- perintendent picked up from his desk something that glittered and jingled merrily in his pocket against grosser coins His eyes were opened, as Elem ing had hoped. but be nevcr saw the real reason till the cards came out for the Fleming Willis wedding. Then he could only guess.
The daily morning Alaskan., 1903-07-09
Just a Hint.

Maud-How far do you live from here, Mir. Hangaround1
 Mr. Hangaround-Oh, nearly two milesl
 Maud Qnnocentiy)-h you should uiart now, what time would you goS homei-New York NeWa %
The Oskaloosa herald., 1903-09-24
SHROUDED IN MYSTERY
No Cause Can Be Imagined for The
Attempted Poisoning.

What Cheer, Sept. 19.-Tne at
tempt to poison the family Of w. A
Durfee at this place Thursday might
continues to be as much of a mystery
as it was when the deed was first dis
covered. No motive for the act car
be assigned by any one. Mr.. Durfee
has always been liked by all men who
have been under him and he was
not known to have an enemy in ex
istence. Many theories have been
advanced as to the cause, but thus
far nothing tangible has come out Of
the work that has been done looking
toward the discovering Of a clue
The What Cheer police have been
busy since the discovery Of the poi
son endeavoring to find something
upon which to work, but they are to
day as much in the dark as they
were yesterday. Mr.. Durfee can give
no assistance in the case, for he is
as much at loss to understand the
work as are the police.
The house has been examined sew
eral times from cellar to garnet in
the hope that something would be
developed tending to throw light up
on the work of the miscreant. Every.
thing that has been suggested has
been tried but the affair is as deeply
shrouded in mystery as at first.