davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
MILITIA BILL SIGNED.
An Interesting Ceremony at the White
House.

President Roosevelt yesterday afternoon
signed the militia bill, recently passed by
Congress. The final act in the making OF
the new law was attended by an interest
ing ceremony. Gathered around the table
as the President appended his signature
to the measure were Secretary Root. Sec
rotary Shaw. Assistant Secretary Sanger,
Representatives Dick, Parker, Stark, Wiley,
Conry, Gaines and Bristow. all of the House
Committee on military affai s: w F. Marsh,
secretary of the committee: Gen. NJ. II.
Byers, adjutant general of Iowa: Gen. Bird
S. Spencer. adjutant general of New Jersey.
and Col. z. j. Dimmick, secretary of the
National Guard Association. After the
President had signed the bill, Secretary
Root delivered a brief speech of congrat-
ulation to the committee on the enactment
OF so excellent measure.
General Dick. the author of the bill and
the president of the National Guard Asso-
citation made a fitting response.
President Roosevelt then spoke os the
merits of the BILL. He expressed the hope
that no President ever would be confront ed
by such an emergency as would render. it
necessary for him to avail himself OF the
services Of the troops provided for in the
bill. but congratulated the committee and
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
Robbed of His Cash.

Mr.. William A. Cooper called at police
headquarters yesterday afternoon and
stated that he had been robbed of S125
while on his way here from his home at
Asheyille. N. c. Just before leaving home
yesterday, he said, he drew sum of money
from bank, enough to defray the expenses
of his trip. After the train left Salisbury
he had no occasion to look In his pocket
book Upon his arrival here he went to a
business house to make a purchase and
was surprised to find that the mon
ey had been taken from his pocket
book Fortunately he found a friend who
was able to relieve him Of his embarrass-
ment. Detectives Hewlett and Pratt are
Investigating the case. 1t is no. believed
the robbery took place in This jurisdiction.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATED.
Exercises Held Under Auspices Of
METROPOLITAN Zion A. M. E. Church.

The members of Zion Metropolitan A. M.
E. Church, of which Rev. William Snowden
is pastor. last evening celebrated the sew
enty-frst anniversary of the organization
of the society with appropriate exercises.
held under the auspices Of the ladies of the
church.
The meeting was presided over by Mrs
Bessie Kicks, and was opened with prayer
by Mrs. Frances Dyson. The program was
furnished by the women of the church.
Mrs ]. Robbins gave the history Of the
church since 1895, and Miss Blanche Snow
den read a paper on '"The Loved Ones
Gone" The concluding number was pa
per by Miss Helen Davis on Relations Of
Women to Society"
The exercises were interspersed with mu-
sic by the choir. under direction of Prof.
]. Newman. Following the program a re-
ception was held for the members of the
church and their friends.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
Funeral Of Mrs. L. C, Lanninp

The funeral OF the late Mrs. Linda c.
Lanning was held this morning at o'clock
from the residence 227 I'd street northeast.
services were held subsequently at st.
Joseph's Church, where requiem mass
was celebrated by the pastor. the Rev.
V. F. schmitt Mrs. Lanning died at
Providence Hospital Monday evening at 7
O'Clock. after an illness of six weeks She
had been a resident of Washington for
twenty two years. having come here from
Knoxville, Tenn. She was the wife of
Orville N. Lanning of the government
printing office. who. with three sons. sur
wives her. Mrs. Lanning had won MANY
friends here through her lovable DISPOSE
ton and womanly characteristics. Inter
ment was made at Glenwood Cemetery
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
ROBBED OF $e75.
Bailey Met Stranger, Who Embraced
Him in Street.

Joseph Bailey of 617 9Th street northwest
went to Baltimore yesterday on q pleasure
trip. He returned to Washington about
midnight. Leaving the Baltimore and Ohio
depot he started north out New Jersey
avenue.
When he reached the corner Of D street
he was accosted by a stranger who asked
for a match. He accommodated the man
and was about to start of when the stran-
ger put his arms about Mr.. Baileys waist
and said:
''Old man, you are too fat"
The embrace was of friendly kind and
Bailey paid little attention to 1t. regarding
1t as a pleasantly. Later he found his
pocket book, containing $675, had disap-
peared.>
Then he changed his mind about the
strangers motive and suspected that the
latter had taken his money.
Bailey sought the assistance Of the po-
lice and Detective Weldon Is investigating
the case
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
ANNUAL0 REPORTS READ.
Exhibit of the Work Of Washington
Diet Kitchen.

A large and fashionable audience met at
the house of Mrs.ssArnold Hague, on
street, yesterday afternoon to hear the
annual report of the board of managers of
the Washington Diet Kitchen. This most
excellent charity.=which supplies free of
charge proper food for the sick poor, was
reorganized twD yeaYs ago by Mrs Henry
Ives Cobb, Mrs. VIM. Sheffield Cowles, Mrs
Arnold Hague, Mrs. Ward Thoron ard
others. URn
Mrs Julius Catiin. the president, presided
at the annual meeting, and reports were
read by Mrs. w. W. Rockhill. the secre-
tary, and Mrs. Ward Theron. the treasurer,
showing the great amount of good accom-
plished at a very small outlay, as all ur-
necessary expenditure has been eliminated
by careful management. The meeting was
also addressed by Rev. Philip Rhinelander.
DR.. Wilson and Mr.. John w. Foster. The
audience was enthusiastic in its apprec.a-
ton of the work Of the diet kitchen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
MARIETTA COLLEGE ALUMNI.
Annual Banquet Last Evening at Hotel
Rarfon

The annual banquet of the alumni of Ma
rietta College was given last evening at the
Hotel Barton, Mr.. David A. Chambers in
the chair President Alfred T. Perry spoke
at length on the ideals for which the col
lege stood-a non-sectarian Christian col
lege, where all instruction was given by
professors of ability, and where scholar
ship of a high order Is demanded of Its pu-
pills. He spoke of the new gymnasium and
improved opportunities for athletics, and Of
plans for new buildings.
Letters Of regret on account of necessary
absence were read from ex-President John
Eaton and Mr.. Frank B. LOOMS, the new
assistant secretary of state. Among those
present were VIM. w. Mills QS7D. James
@. Howard (1856). David A. Chambers
QS6O), c. H. Merwin (1S64), Judge Francis
F. Oldham 1S7O, Paul w. Eaton QSS2l,
VIM w. Dyar Q8S8), Dr. Minor Norris
OS9O), Charles A. Kreps (1S99). Herbert II.
Dyke QS99) and e. F. Rorebeck QS95).
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
Dies at Age of Eighty-seven.

DR.. Stone. one Of the leading physicians
of Stafford county, Va. died yesterday at
his home at Garrisonville, Va, in the
eighty-seventh year of his age. DR.. Stone
had spent the greater portion Of his long
life I'm Stafford county. and for sixty years
had practiced his profession in the locality
OF his home He was greatly beloved and
his death causes sincere sorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
club Members Entertained.

Members Of the Mucurlitso Club and
friends were entertained Tuesday evening
by the president. Mr.. Robert H. Olesen. at
his home. GA e street northeast. After the
regular business session an interesting liter
airy program was presented, inducing pa
pers on historical and NEUROLOGICAL subjects.
Refreshments were served.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
RECEPTION POSTPONED.
Special Kuest Unable to Attend Ow-
ing to Death Of Father.

Mr.. Joseph K. McCammon Of this city
this morning received a telegram announc-
ing that owing to the death of the father
of President Wilson Of Princeton Univer-
sity. the reception to be rendered to Presi-
dent Wilson in Philadelphia this evening
has been postponed. number Of Wash
ingtonians had contemplated attending the
function in the Quaker city.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

The Misfit Euchre Club of Capitol Hill
was entertained at the home of Mrs. John
Dunston. 326 Massachusetts avenue, last
evening. The games were greatly enjoyed,
and the prizes awarded were unique and ap-
propriate. The hOnors for the ladies and
gentlemen were won by Mrs. Charles G.
Roberts and Mr.. Strother NJ. Harding. re-
spectvely. At the conclusion of the euchre
a delightful repast was served by the host
ess. Those present were Mrs. A. Harding.
the Misses Spinks and Reed, Messrs. c. G.
Roberts. l.. L. Harding. F. Powers. Adams
and Metcalf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
Discusses Hawaiian Islands.

Mr.. Ralph r. Server. chief examiner of
the civil service commission. delivered an
address before the Mems Club Of the West
minister Church Memorial Tuesday evening
on the Hawaiian Islands. Mr. Server dwelt
upon the sunny disposition of the natives
and the delightful climate of Honolulu.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

spaulding Released by San Salvador.
A cablegram received at the State Depart
ment from Consul General Jenkins at San
Salvador announces that Spaulding. the
American who was. as he claimed, illegally
arrested by the local authorities there. has
been released The State Department had
cabled Minister Merry to see that the man
had justico.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
aHubv Smith Dangerously III.

A cablegram received at the State De-
partment from United States Deputy Con-
sui Bora ino.s at Genoa. Italy. states that
Mr.. .Hub" Smiths case Is desperate. his
illness being dropsy Of the kidneys and
heart Mr.. Smith Is United States vice con-
sui at Cairo. from which point he had
Just gone to Italy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
Recovering From Injuries

Jerome NJ. Graham, son of Mr. and Mrs.
Andrew B. Graham. who was quite serious
ly injured about two months ago while
practicing In gymnasium has recovered
sufficiently to return to his home from the
hospital.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Nelson Dingley Of
Kalamazoo Mich, are guests of Senator
and Mrs Burrows
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
5000 Damage by Fire.

Fire occasioned by an overturned oil stove
in the residence of T. D. Mccarthy. 1896 9th
street northwest. this forenoon caused a
damage of $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
Elects to Be Tried by Jury.

Charles Myers was named as defendant
in the Police Court today on two charges of
cruelty to animals. He elected to be tried
by jury. and gave bond for his appear
ance when wanted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mrs. Charles w. Needham and the Misses
Needham will receive tomorrow for the
last time this season.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mrs VIM. Henderson Moses entertained
at large luncheon Yesterday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mrs. Harry King. 1924 Sth street north
west, will not be at home Friday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
3 ito Il.

SS Women's Very Elegant and Stylish
w Trimmed Hats, designed from the
Paris models; finest materials through
out; worth up to $1S.9s; special for this
hour. IS.
dr. Shoe Polish. per bottle; also Shoe
'S Laces. per doz: 1Oc value.
OAc Infants Shoes; soft and easy:
4TS SOC. grade.
Sc Children's Hose Supporters: all
w sizes; 10c. and 13c values.
hOf Choice Of any Women's Flannel
Waists; many elegant styles;
all superfine qualities.
10lLc Boys Blue and Red Cen
AV/2S fury Cloth Waists; heavy
quality; substantially made.
zS~ Lot Of Boys Double-breasted
wv Blue and Black Suits; ID to l6
years; sold at 81 40.
loo Black Storm Serge; 10 inches
121AC f Best English Long Cloth;
nS/2~ full yard wide; extra fine
and sheer; 19c. value.
l2c s s'Hsa r xes;s ia, es Ssps all
" u'lA at 81. so: this hour SIP. 'OO
IT, Mems Fast Black Hose: double
~ heel and toe; .25c value; 3 pairs
for SOC.
SD OK Handsome Dress Skirts. made
wee - in the newest shapes; effect
lively trimmed with tafreta silk bands;
$5.9S value.
So. O8 Choice from lot of women's
Excellently Tailored Suits,
many Of which sold as high as s19.9S:
various colors and styles; this hour,
$9.9S.
81 QD& Women's Finely Tailored and
~u'>o Very Stylish. Black Coats;
sold at $79S readily
SZ6f, Golden Art Drapery in beau
10Y tiful designs and colors; worth
1Oc yard.
&Or Heavy Bed Comforts, silkoline
covered; pretty patterns; worth
$1.5O.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Miss Alice Bourn, daughter of ex-Gov-
ernor Bourn of Bristol r. l., is guest of
Mrs. John Tweedale They will be at home
Fridays, February and 20.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Rev and Mrs. Alexander Kent will be at
home, informally at 1924 18th street north
west. Saturday evening, January "a, from s
to IL O'Clock, and will be assisted by Mr.
and Mrs. w. E. Abbott, this being the an
niversary of their double wedding. No
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mrs. Reside, 1922 10Th street, will not re-
ceive tomorrow, but will be at home next
Friday.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
THE WORLD OF SOCIETY
CONTINUED from Fifth Page)

informally for the last time this season to-
morrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mrs. Addie Sgmund has issued invita-
tons for the marriage ceremony of her
daughter. Jeanette. to Mr.. Sydney Charles
Kaufman. Wednesday evening, January %.
at $50 o'clock. at The Temple. Washington,
d. c.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
F1orida-Atlantic Coast Lines

famous trains leave Washington 3i18 p. m,
$40 pm. Office. COL Pennsylvania avenue.
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Could place before and Washington the
advantages and convenience of the charge which
the Hech Stores famous confident would
books More than opened-and
every patron is friend for all time to come
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
1 o to 1 1 .

II W wv Il
(coNTNUED.)
81 OF Women's Finest Quality Seal
apCs>O Plush Blouse Jackets; beauti-
fully trimmed with braid and peau de
sole silk: satin lined throughout; $18
value.
OOr Brook Mink Fur Scarfs: smooth
~ and rich; sell at $2.49.
mN/c Boys Warm and Well-made
yZ2N Outing Flannel Waists; al
ways sell at Csc.
Doc Boys serviceable and weh, ,n
ASS Wool Knee Pants; sell at 49c :
26N<- Boys heavy and superior quail
OyN ity Flannel Waists; red and
blue; sell always at 75c.
zSc Limited lot of Boys good quail
Nv ity Double breasted Suits; blue
and black; sizes ID to 16 years; sold at
MGNc Heavy ia Tan Blankets: neat
wv colored borders; sell at ooc. pr.
1OQLC White APPLIQUE scarfs and
uAZ1A Ruff1ed Swiss Scarfs; slight
ly mussed: sell up to soc.
ill., Heavy ga Colored Table OIL
IZ2S cloth; remnants; pretty pat
terms.
yyc and silky: worth W sos.
Sd Or New and Handsome Dress
~Ss>o Skirts, StyliShly made with
rows Of fine silk bands: deep flounce:
best velveteen binding; black and blue;
regular price $6.98.
@1 OF Wonten's Beautifully Made
" ~ Walking Skirts; corded and
strapped; new and handsome effects;
$3.aS regularly al
Dr. Mems: soc. Fleece-lined Under
6OS wear; good quality.
Roc MEMS F1eece-lined Underwear;
wv regularly sells at 75c.
R~ Mems t25e. Neckwear; slightly
~ musseA from window display.
1OlZ n MEMS Fine Sample Hose;
AA/2N regular Csc. value.
2GD~ Beautiful designs in Made Wells;
O>N all colors; net and chiffon; 75c
Value. - ,zs.s,
Sic sins Ah lemon rsS and c ia1es
def; small lot, 121ac value.
MdO- Ladies' Atwood oxford Skirt
IVY ing; neat white stripe; also
black PlaidJback Golf Suiting; can be
made up without lining; extra heavy
quality: sell at s1.25 and $1.69.
Dc. Plain;IEoff suitng for skirts;
AOS extra heavy quality; 39c value
Or English Corduroy; fine cord;
AON will make up beautifully into
waists skirts, ETC.; positively 75c. value.
MdD~ Heavy Bed Comforts; good size;
WV always sell at SOC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
Women's $3.08 Ct 90
Walking Skirts 80

very special arday offering of womens stylish and extra
good quality Pedestrienne Skirts expey maaored through
out effectively and handsomely designed with Of silk cord
ing strapped bottom finished with of fine
stitching handsome skirts have under any cir
cumsances 1898 and we'll worth every penny of it.
For only the price will be 81
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mrs. A. l.. Barber. Mrs. LIE Droict Lang
don Barber and Miss Barber will be at
home tomorrow afternoon at Belmont"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

For all day remarkable sale of
Hghgrade Suits It's of the popular and selling
lines.but we find have too many, and they to be
sacrificed for sensational days selling in both the
single and Styles all years. thew
are strictly all WOOL and in the very latest style Up to S, are the
values. ~ - ~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
~ to 1.

~ to 1.
BIZ Boys Percale Waists: strong
O2C ly made and substantial; sell
at 25c.
G6D~ Women's Corset Covers: dainti-
~ ly trimmed with deep torchon
and Valenciennes lace; sell at 49c.
ASr Women's Button Boots: size
sOS only; good quality.
AO~ Mems House Slippers: regularly
fAN Coo. and 75c.
loo Infants Hard Sole Shoes; &c.
~ quality.
RI Choice Of all Mems SOC. Neck
WV wear; new colorings and styles.
HOC Mems Cashmere Gloves; 25c
~ and SOC. value.
E~ Point de Paris Laces and Insert
~ ing to match; sells always at 10c.
yd.
3ZbC Yard-wide New Percale: desir-
o1SS able designs; large mill
lengths; regular price. 10c. yd.
SM OS Fine quality and very hand
QUs ~ some Dress Skirts, made with
the smart slot seams; selling at $9.98.
SM O& Women's high-grade and styl-
WV ish Dress Skirts Of fine quail
tty broadcloth. trimmed with taffeta
bands; s9.98 value.
ca M& Women's very smart and
eQVe>O fashionable Norfolk Jackets;
finely tailored and beautifully lined; sell
regularly at $9.98 and $12.98.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22
1 O to 1 1 /.

Is H. Lot of fine quality Silks. includ-
Il OS ing 10 and 24-inch double-warp
p surahs. corded wash silks. all-silk
b pla'ds. ETC.: big special for this hour.
!. DR. All-wool Dress Goods. in good
= SOS size lengths: including 3s-inch
homespuns. etc: dress and waist
= lengths: worth SOC. to 75c.
b Omo Unbleached Ready-made Sheets:
!. NV full double-bed size: soft quail
= ity muslin; hemmed ready for use; sell
p at SOC. e to a buyer)
b R~ SPECAL-Lot Of fine double
Z OS width Eclipse Flannels. Colored
b hams, White Check Nainsooks. Fine
I. White India Linen. Canton Flannels.
3 Muslins, Colored Satines, Plain and
p Polka Dot Ducks. Plain and Dotted
8. Swisses. Plain and Figured Lawns; sell
8 at 12hc. to 19c.: choice, &c.
b 7M1 Children's Cloth Dresses: extra
& NV well made and most attractive
styles; navy. cadet, red; 4, 6, and 10
p years; s1.50 value.
s. EmC Women's Heavy Quality Flan-
|. wv nelette and Percale Wrappers:
p extra good quality and all sizes: waists
{. have fitted Innings: worth 81 and s1.23.
I. <Mo Choice from all Of the Fine Quail
y wv ity French Flannel Waists;
b MANY beautiful and elaborate styles to
choose from :>sen for several times the
y Hour Sale price.
Is 29~ Women's Corsets in all the most
OaVS wanted shapes; well-known
make; never sold under &c.
b d. womens Bustles; the kind al
& Il OS ways sold at Csc.
8. ~ Lot Of Notions; many articles; sell
8 " up to &c.
b ~. Womens first quality Storm
s ZNG Rubbers; sell at SOC. always.
!. Mno Women's $3.50 to $3.50 Slippers:
$ WV and 4-strap styles; high heels.
p <O1 Girls School Shoes; lace and
Is VIZ button: sizes up to q; sell at 81
and $3.50
9Mo Girls Leggings Of Jersey Cloth;
O$N the regular SOC. grade.
p m&~ Women's and Misses Beauti-
Is $CN fully Trimmed Hats; best quail
I ity felts, silk velvets, silk ribbons
p wings, breasts, ornaments, ETC.; many
s handsome styles; sell up to s..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Take Half and Third FrOr

Friday Sales always depended upon
large quantity merchandise make substantial oads upon
stocrooms And we've shall be
the the sale The unequaed lowering will show
how greatly in in the prediction
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

4 to 3.
tCONTINUED)
soc SpDClAL-Best German Black
...n SILK velvet; fine, soft and rich;
full pieces; positively Soc value
SD mo Choice Of any pair of wo-
~S'O~ mems High-grade Shoes in
the house; selling up to 81.
WOC Boys Good Quality Shoes; sizes
II to 81: $50 grade
O0c Girls Shoes: $3.50 quality; sizes
~ 105a to 2.
inc Heavy 81 Colored Table OIL
N~ cloth In neat designs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-22

Mrs Deller r. Brown and little daughter
who have been visiting Mrs. Browns moth
er, Mrs. j. w. Paddon of 1929 Columbia
road, will return to their home at Ports
mouth, Va, January "a.
Mrs. George c. Cumberland and Mrs. Bes-
sic Sherwood gave a birthday party last
evening In honor of Miss Jennie Roberts at
the latter's residence 627 F street north
west. Mr.. John O'Day and Mr.. John ].
Cosgrove rendered several songs during the
evening. Mrs Bessie Sherwood played the
violin, accompanied by Mrs. Fatima Houch-
ems on the harp. The parlors were beauti-
fully decorated with chrysanthemums,
palms and cut flowers. An orchestra fur
nished music for the dancing which was
kept up until a late hour. A supper was
served. Mr.. George c. Cumberland was
POSTMASTER of the evening. Among those
present were Mr.. and Mrs George C. Cum
berland. Mr.. and Mrs. Otto Kleinhenn Mr.
and Mrs Charles A. Durand, Mrs. Bessie
Sherwood, Mrs. Hanna, Mrs. Fatima
Houchens. Mr.. and Mrs. John F. Hartnett
Mrs. Seraga. the Misses Cora and Ernestine
Miller. l.. Seraga, Katie and Rosie Ryeaga
and the Messrs. John O'Day, John ]. Cos
grove Tom Mcneil. Roy Vartell. George
Day. and William Adams. Master Paul
Hartnett and Mr.. Russell.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-09
An Advertisement

In the Co1umns of the Daily Indepen
 dent reaches Three Hundred Homes or One Thousand Five Hundred People
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-09
THE REV. IRL R. HICKS
 1904 ALMANAC.

The Rev. Irl R. Hicks alman- ac for 1904 is now ready. It will be mailed to any address for 30 cents. It is surprising how such an elegant, costly book can be sent prepaid so cheaply. No family or person is prepared to study the heavens or the storms and weather in 1904 without this wonderful Hicks almanac and Prof. Hicks splendid paper, Word and Works. Both are sent for only one dollar a year. Word and Works is among the best of American magazines. Like the Hicks almanac, it is too well known to need further commen- dation. Few men have labored more faithfully for the public good or found a warmer place in the hearts of the people. Send orders to Word and Works Pub fishing Co.,, 22O1 Locust stteet, St. Louis, Mo.
Newport daily independent., 1903-12-09
SPECIAL LAND
 BUYERS EXCURSIONS

Will run to the new lands of Greer county, Oklahoma, and other sections of the great South west in November and December via the Frisco system.
 Are you looking for rich and fertile farming lands in the Southwest which you can buy for from one-fourth to one-tenth the cost of lands of the East and North? They produce as much acre for acre. Here is chance to better your condition and add a liberal amount to your pocket book.
 For full particulars and special railroad rates apply at once to R. s. Lemon, secretary, Frisco Sys- tenn Immigration Bureau, St. Louis, Mo. 27wtj