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The San Francisco call., 1904-10-09

Jected lest II should displease the dead.
Slowly and sadly the body OF Ajax Is
carried out that 1t may be laid In the
grave at Cape RhOetum, on the Helles-
pont, the grave which was to be "ever
memorable among men," and his de-
voted followers chant:
Many things shall mortals learn by
seeing, but, before he sees, no man
may read the future or his face
So endeth Ajax and all his woes, but
Harry Dewing, who portrays the
mighty warrior, is about the busiest
and the Most popular man in all Berke-
ley and will be until after the thirteenth
Of the month. and then, in all proba-
bility, he will suddenly discover such
an avalanche of Latin, math and heav-
en- only knows what not, that he will
think the troubles Of Ajax small in
comparison with his own. But then the
university does not produce Greek plays
every day, though it is turning over
a new leaf and promising to do better
in the future.
"Pictures!" exclaimed Miss Barrows,
as she looked at me and then at the
rain. II haven't a thing local. but
that's the least of our troubles, for I'll
get them. Let me see (whipping out
pocket pad): Maynard McFie is Aga
memnOn; Mr.. Lyman, Menelaus:
Gladys WicksOn. Athena; Mr.. CIeg-
horn, leader Of the chorus; Mr.. Brown.
the messenger, and myself, Tecmessa-
That's not many. IL round them all
up in ten minutes"
And as I ran for the train heard
her call Hello. is this Ajax? This is
Tecmessa. Come over and have a cup
of chocolate at II tomorrow. won't
you? and incidentally have your picture
took "
The San Francisco call., 1904-10-09
BY SisdSe Moore.

y ERKELEY has a new bee in her
II bonnet Not content with en-
\ ploying every methed known to
modern science to peep into the
future. she must turn fairly and
Newport daily independent., 1904-02-09
WHAT DROVE HIM TO DRINK.
She Was Happy and Yet There Was an Awful Possibility Op-
 pressing Her.

Darling" he said, as he placed his arm around her waist and drew her ten- derly to his breast, relates the New York Times, why those pearly tears? Is the home that I have brought you to less magnificent than you expected?"
 ''Oh, n-no." she sobbed. Tt is g-grand- CT than dared to h-hope."
 Have you found since our marriage that I am less exalted than you had sup posed me to be?"
 "Oh, Fired, you are th-thousand times more exalt-t-ted than thought you to b-be."
 Stopping down he kissed away two large tears that were trembling upon her long, graceful lashes. and asked:
 ''Has it grieved you to be taken from your parents and the scenes of your childhood, little one"
 ''No, no, dear-dearest," she replied. q would g-gladly go anywhere w-with you"
 Great heavens!" he cried, in wild alarm. "Perhaps you are i'll. Tell me. is it so sweetheart?"
 ''No," she said, through a fresh burst of tears, 'it is not that"
 A look of deep perplexity overspread his handsome visage, and, pushing her back so that he could look down into her big, beautiful, -dimmed eyes, he asked:
 Then, what in the dickens is the trouble?"
 T was j-just think-thinking, she re- turned, "how miserable I should be if you were to die and I w-were to marry s-some one who wouldn't appreciate all this magnificence.
Newport daily independent., 1904-02-09
IDEAL IN HOUSEKEEPING.
Many of the old Customs and Con- ditions Are Passing Entire
 Iy Away.

A generation ago to be an ideal house. keeper was the chief ambition of almost every woman. No girl desired fairer fate than to be placed at the head of a household with good and loving hus- band to supply all her wants and make her the mistress and the queen of his heart and his home In most cases, says the Peoria Herald Transcript, the girl who started housekeeping had more or less experience in theart under the tuition of her mother. She loved to decorate and beautify the house which was to be her home during the rest of her earthly pil- grimage. She loved to create delicacies for her husband and her children, and, disguise it as we may, much of the af- lection she received was due entirely to her skill as a homemaker. When her children grew up around her this kind and sympathetic mother and the pantry were the chief attractions in their world. As they grew older the ties only grew the stronger. When they acquired families of their own the old homestead, with 1 it's abundance of good things, still had attractions for them. The kind old mother was still their best friend. She knew all the difficulties they had to en- counter in starting homes of their own, and her advice and sympathy were worth more to them than gold. The grandchildren came to venerate her as sort of venerable goddess, and when she finally went away from the home circle she left vacancy which could never be filled.
 But we are assured with every symp- tom of rejoicing that these conditions are passing; that WE en have been emancipated; that iE t1 future they are to be the rival, instead of the helpmate, of man, and that they must combine to enforce their just demands against the hostility of the male sex. This is non- sense pure and simple. It may be true that there are more mannish women in this generation than there were in the last. It is unfortunately true that larger proportion of the female popula- tion has been forced to be self-support- ing, but it is not true that women enjoy the so-called liberty" which goes with toiling for living.
 u6 uOuS 1nSJIuCC IS UOO ue6ply planted in the heart of women to be re- moved by the effects of a generation of club work. It will never be removed. A few women may go after strange gods, but the natural, wholesome girl will still find her highest ideal of happiness in a good husband and cozy home. The clubs may succeed in making such homes impossible to few men and women by making the young women feel that they have more important work in the world than the prosaic duty of home making, but among the masses of the American people the mother will con- tinue to be the bond which unites the unities of that holy institution the fam fly, and she will continue in this exalted role until the end of all things.
Newport daily independent., 1904-02-09
Mock Terrapin in Chahng Dish.

Take the dark meat of chicken cooked the day previous and half a pound of calf's liver; put together in the chatng-dish, add two cloves of garlic, one small onion sliced, two stalks of celery; cover with boiling water and cook 20 minutes. Take out and cut into dice. Cleanse the chafng-dish and put in a quarter of pound of butter; while the butter is melting, take the yolks of two hard- boiled eggs, mash to smooth paste, adding gradually cup of cream. Add a tablespoon of flour to the butter, mix and add the cream and eggs, stir con- stantly until it reaches the boiling point, then add meat, teaspoon of salt, dash of cayenne and just a sus- picion of mace. Serve hot on rounds of buttered toast,-Ladies' Home Jour nal.
Newport daily independent., 1904-02-09
In Cooking AnnIen.

When only russet apples are to be had. favorite way we cook them is to pare, quarter and bake them in the bean pot all day. Add little su- gar and plenty of water When cold it looks and tastes like cider apple sauce-O Orange Judd Farmer
Newport daily independent., 1904-02-09
WALL STREET METHODS
 OF FINANCE" By HENRY GEORGE. Jr.

A number of true accounts of some of the Wall Street deals by which the savings of the many have been sacrificed satisfy the cravings of the few. Read these articles and realize the wisdom of the advice of the Late Governor Roswell P. Flower to party of his friends to ''keep your money in your pocket
Newport daily independent., 1904-02-09
MODERN INDIAN WARS
 By CVRVS TOWNyEND BRADV

A brilliant and thrilling history of the hostile frontier of the past forty years. giving justice to the public service of such men as MILES, LAwroN CROOK, FoRsYTHR, CUSTER, CARRINGroN MCKENZIE, HOWARD, WHEATON, DAVIS, SuLLY, BAKER and others;-taking Indian fights out of the category of boys story books and dgnifying them with their proper place in the history of our nation. series of six or eight articles
 Subscribers to this combination who can add 4o cents for each book required.
 .Setsd YoAy ordeyf 10
Newport daily independent., 1904-02-09

And First Class Workmen, we guara tee our work to De neat and modef Best of ali, itssp1eases the customer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17

other large cities members of the munici- pal boards of government are paid stipulated salary and are fined for fail- ing to attend meetings, unless they can furnish a suitable excuse. It has often been contended that such law as these should be adopted in Birmingham, but would 1t work suecessfuliy? What would Alderman of the ward have said if Mayor Drennen had adopt ed the tactics of Mayor George B. Me Cleland of New York and said to him:
 You must stay at home and attend to your duties as an alderman The people of your ward elected you to represent them and not to wander off to political conventions, in which they are certainly not directly interested. Stay at home and do your duty, sir"
 As to the privileges an alderman in Bir- mingham enjoys. He can ride on free street car pass if he so desires, and can secure theree or four tickets to the cir GUS for his little ones. And he can get trip pass to St. Louis, to Washington, to Cincinnati. to New Orleans and in- termediate points, but no farther, because railroad passing through Birmingham does not reach point more distant.
 But best of all, each member of the city council has the right at the first meetings In December of each year and other times if there be vacancy. to cast his vote for the different officials of the city. He is one of the nineteen to chose a city treasurer a city clerk. city tax collector, a city engineer. a city attorney, a chief of the fire department, and other officials. And when the finance commit tee reports annually on salaries for offi- cials, he has a right to vote to accept or reject the committees report. And thsre are other little privileges that he enjsys.
 Mayor Is the Leader.
 Generally the mayor is the leader in the city council. He is the presiding officer and if he has majority of the members with him he controls the situation entire ly, as it only requires nine other votes besides his own to do this. The mayor. if he lays his political lines carefully, has a large amount of political patronage stored away. He appoints all of the stand ing committees. and in doing this he can always favor his friends as well as care for the interests of the city The mayor under the city charter is the rlrst to vote on all questions in the city council.
 Several years ago efforts were made to amend the city charter of Birmingham in order that two. municipal governing boards could be provided for. The plan
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17

ink. Then carefully a thousand little black dots are made on the cloth with great accuracy as to number, for the eff cacy of the belt depends upon it's having exactly thousand dots regularly ar ranged
 This done, a needle and long .skien of white thread is taken and our Japanese sweetheart goes out on the street The first woman she meets is asked to take a stitch through one of the black dots wish well for the soldier boy, cut off the thread and tie the ends together tightly, and so on with the second woman and the third or fourth or one thousandth. No woman must take more than one stitch or the charm of the belt will fail, and no woman must be asked twice. Men are also barred from this magical belt mak- ing, even though the completion of the thousand stitches means many weary mile of walking and many an hour spent in the sun when the day is warm.
 When the thousand wishes have been safely sewed into the belt it is treasured most sacredly until the last moment be-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17
A RETRAcTlON.

From July Number Ladies Home Journal
 In the May number of the Ladies Home Journal we published, in the article en- titled .srhe Patent Medicine Curse" an analvsis of Doctor Pierce's Favorite Prescription," in which that preparation was represented as containing, among other ingredients, tlncture of digitalis, tincture of opium, and alcohol. lmme- diately upon publication of the numbes a suit for damages was instituted by the R. " Pierce Medical company of Buffalo, N. r., proprietors of the preparation in ouestion, against the Curtis Publishing company, based upon the claim that none of the three ingredients was contained in the medicine.
 Upon the filing of the suit. we of course immeditely looked into the published an- alvsis. It appears that this particular analyss had been made, if made at all, fully twenty-five years ago We. there ,,non. employed three leading chemists in different cities to make an analysis of the preparation from bottles bought in the open market. These analysis, one and all. now show to us conclusively that not A single one of the ingredients mem tioned by us in the analysis quoted-that is either digitalis, opium or alcohol-was contained in the bottles analysed. We then-the president or tnlS company ana the writer-personally visited the R. V. Pierce Medical company, at Buffalo, and were there convinced that the officers of the company were absolutely truthful in their claim that not one of these in- furious ingredients was contained in ..Doctor Pierces Favorite Prescription Naturally, since the analysis we printed has been proved erroneous. the deductions ,,ade in connection with this preparation were unwarranted and unfounded.
 Under these circumstances it is now perfectly plain to us that this magazine was unintentionally, but nevertheless ab- solutely misled in making the original statement. and we hereby, of our own volition, make this unqualified acknowi- edgment of our mistake to the R, V. Pierce Medical company and to our read CTS.
 The mistake was honestly made, but it was mistake.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17

candidates run long and hard, and when the votes are counted on election day, many cannot understand why MT A de- veloped so muc.4 strength during the last few days of the campaign which has been an exciting one and has won the office to which he aspires
 There is always in Birmingham a large and interesting group from which the voter can make his selection as the right man for the office of mayor. Take for instance the situation of affairs just at this time. The election will probably not be held until sometime during the late winter and there are many public spirited citizens who are anxious and will ing to serve the people as the chief exec utive. Mayor Drennen has announced publicly that he is willing to vacate the chair after serving three terms, when his present term exprts next May But long before this announcement was made there were several who had already taken un- der advisement the matter of making the race for mayor of Birmingham and since the announcement was made others have followed in rapid fire order.
 Candidates on the Board.
 The present city council will put at least three candidates in the field for may or. John w. o'Neill who is now serving
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17
STRANGE WAR CUSTOM.
Magical Belt That Is Made by Women
 of Japan.

From the New York Times.
 Of all strange wartime customs perhaps none is more curious than one that might be noticed on any crowded street of Tokyo or Kobe just at the present time. With the regular army in the field and in creasing levies made from time to time on the reserves. every third woman is a sweetheart, sister or wife of some soldier or other, whose hopes are ever for the safety of the boy far away or the one who is so soon to take the field
 To give these hopes substance the Jap anese woman takes it upon herself to furnish the departing soldier with mag ical belt, whose power is great enough to defect the best directed Russian bullet. For material she purchases a yard or two of yellow cotton cloth of ordinary weave, a small brush and bottle of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17
Other Political Leaders.

It is not an unusual thing for a would-be office holder while discussing his pros poets at a coming election in the city council to be asked these questions?
 How does Mel Drennen look upon your candidacy"
 win Henry Gray support you?''
 Have you spoken to Harry Jones about this matter yet?''
 Who does Walter Moore favor for the office?"
 Have you been down to see Jack Greener yet?"
 And thus the entire list of bosses is run through with.
 Every member of the city council. of course has a voice in the deliberations, but my advice to the man who would like to have his name placed upon the pay rolls of the city of Birmingham would, First be sure that you are rsht in the eyes of the real leaders"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17

didates. Charles S. Simmons was one of the first to announce for the office Ex- Chief of Police Thomas c. McoDnald as pires for the office as does M. H. Critten- den, and 1t Is 1aid other names are to go on the official ballot.
 But to return to the city council The question has often been asked, Why will anyone spend several hundred dollars to become an alderman:' This is a question that has never yet been answered. In Birmingham the members of the city council are not salaried officials. A good alderman is one who attend the regular meetings of the city council, which are held twice each month, on the first and third Wednesday nights. In addition to this every member of the council is on one or more of the standing committees, and these committees meet at least twice each month. Then the members of the city council are called upon to serve upon special committees, to participate in pa- rades, attend social affairs as represen- tatiyes of the city government and do hundreds of other things To be a good alderman one must neglect his business many times during the year to serve the people of his ward and city
 Attendance Not Compulsory
 There is no fine fixed for failure on the part of the members of the city council 10 attend meetings. In New York and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17


 his first term as alderman from the Sec ond ward has formally announced his candidacy. MT. O'Ne:ll is a young man and has always taken an active part in matters coming before the city council since he has been a member of the body Alderman John c. Forney Is also candidate for mayor, ana II is seiu .,ia' he is making a good race for the office. As chairman of the miscellaneous com mittee of the city council and as mem Der of other standing committees he has made many friends during this. his first term in office. The third candidate from ,.e city council is John K. Copeland who is representative of the people Of the Fourth ward. MT. Copeland. since he has been a councilman, has been close observer of all matters relating to city affairs and his friends claim that he will be hard man to beat.
 On the outside" there are several can-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17
MANY ASPIRE ID
 HOLD AN OFFICE Birmingham Aldermen Glad to
 Work Without Pay HAVE MANY PRIVILEGES Municipal Politics Dominated by Real Leaders Who Control the Sit
 uation-The Mayors Of
 flee HotIy Contested.
HAVE MANY PRIVILEGES
BY JOHN r. EVANS.

A PROMINENT citizen of Birmingham, "A one who has never aspired for of-
 fee, but who is well informed on matters political especially when it comes to municipal affairs. remarked the other night in the lobby of the city hal while waiting for the regular meeting of the city council to convene that he had a peculiar dream the night before. In the crowd were several members of the city council, citizens who were interested in the workings of the municipal govern ment and two newspaper reporters who were sent down to "coverV the meeting. They all became interested immediately and insisted that the prominent citizen proceed to relate his dream. After much persuasion on the part of his hearers he consented to tell of his dream. He said:
 During my peaceful slumbers last Monday night I thought that I picked up a newspaper, and glancing at a column of advertisements read
 "Volunteers Wanted"
 We want a wide awake citizen in each of the nine wards in Birmingham to vol unteer his services as a representative of his people in the city council. Those who do not fear being loaded down with peti- tions from constituents asking for electric lights, fire plugs better streets, more sewers, and the pound laws to be rescind- ed preferred. Apply in person
 |" IT. B. ABERNATIY. " Chairman City Democratic Executive Committed
 Just then I was suddenly awakened and it was several minutes before 1 fully realized my awful nightmare"
 The prominent citizen" walked away and all were laughing heartily as Mayor Drennen rapped his gavel, calling the city council meeting to order.
 There are few instances in Birmingham where municipal offices seek the man. A new set of members the city council have hardly been declared seated before the candidates who are to make the race in the municipal campaign two years la ter begin to appear from all sides The
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17
SEALS
 PIANO BARGAINS.
TEMPTING PRICES
 FOR PROMPT BUYERS.

We are constantly taking pianos in exchange on new instruments and after thoroughly oyerhauling them we place them on sale at prices just about half the original cost.
 Right now we have some very de- sirable uprights to which we would call your attention and have added a number of slightly used and shopworn. pianos of makes regularly sold by us. With one or two exceptions these pianos are equal to new while the prices are so low that it will pay you to
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17

was to have a board of aldermen composed of two representatives from each of the nine wards. and city council composed of lone representative from each of the wards, with probably several councilmen from the city at large. Both bodies were to elect ther own officers under the plan and the veto power power was to be vest ed. in the mayor. The organization was something like that of congress, but for some reason it failed 70 carry. and the old system of city government is still in vogue.
 Very Few Spectators.
 It is interesting to note how few spec. tators attend, the regular meetings of the city council Unless there is something which has been previously advertised ex- tensivels and is of general interest before the meeting. Custodian Jack J. Curran has but little trouble in handling the crowds When the handsome new city hall was erected the plans provided for a spectators gallery, but few ever take ad- vantage of 1t, although the council cham Der in Brminghams municipal building is one of the prettiest to be found anywhere. It is well ventilated ana there are cleo tric fans to cool of member should he become warm. The council chamber has committee rooms adjoining. which by the way have never ss yet been used.
 Several years ago Mayor Drennen sug- gested plan which if adopted would add an attraction to the council chamber and would in later years result in something of great value to the city. He proposed for the city to annually appropriate fixed amount. say 5000 for the purpose of having life-size oil paintings made of all the ex-mayors of Birmingham. to adorn the walls of the council chamber. His plan was to have, during the first year, the picture of the first mayor and the last chic executive made, and to go down the list each year. Before re- tiring from office Mayor Drennen may yet urge upon the city council to make
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-07-17
Lots of Them.

From the Philadelphia Press.
 Dremer--l've got the opportunity of a lifetime now if can only
 Newitt-Yes, you were telling me about it last Saturday.
 Dremer-Last Saturday? Oh, I've dropped that. I've had two other op- portunities of lifetime since then.