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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02

man entered the lawyers Office in a
towering rage What's dat you tell my
wife about me 10 dare strike her vile a
nag she holds nit her hand?"
1t didn't take the judge long to see that
ne had chance TO cultivate the seed he
had sown few days previous. He told
the irate Russian that his wife, claiming
the protection Of the flag, could cause his
arrest and Imprisonment, and, if she
chose, could divorce herself from such a
husband
A month or so after that" relates
Judge Hoard, Il had occasion to go down
TO the depot to meet friend, and while
there noticed among the people in the
waiting room the little Russian woman
who had sought my advice. I was in
duced to question her as to how she was
getting along and as to what Old Glory
had accomplished for her. She told me
that she was at the train to meet her
mother, who was coming over from the
old country. She managed to convey TO
me that she had written home to her
maternal parent explaining the laws of
this country, that however much men
whipped their wives in Russia they were
not allowed 10 do so here and go unpun-
1shed Then she proved to me that she
had brought about a wonderful reform
YIN the ideas of her liege lord. that he had
not only respe-ed the little banner that
she carried about with her but with his
own hand he had erected a tall staff in
their humble dooryard, and from its
peak big flag waved on every holiday
of the year.
The man, his wife, and his mother
in-law are now all living under the same
nag, and it doesn't appear to me that
will ever be able to earn a fee from anv
trouble that family may have"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02

Amy-My brother. the explorer. was
teiiing me that in some parts of Africa
you can buy wife for few old sar-
dine cans and beads.
Mr.. Crustymugg-Well, a good wife,s
worth that.-Boston Globe.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02

POWER OF THE FLAG
STARS AND STRIPES SUCCESS
FULLY STOPS WIFE BEATER.
8ussian Jews Better Half Flaunts II
Defantly When Quarrels Arise
-Mother-in-Law Also Seeks
Its Protection.

BY the use of small silk American
nag the wife of Russian Jew protected
0erseh from the abuse of her husband
Zep' the latter out of Jail, and steered
elr troubles clear of a divorce court.
Inc incident came to the notice of
suoge Hoard, one of the best-known iur-
sSes OIL Shelbyville, Ind, and it is he who
Seals In the Chicago Tribune the story
AS IL came to him in the course of his
services as a lawyer 1t will also ex-
pam TO great many people who have
PASSED certain little home in Shelby
vile why Flagstaff has been erected in
sne foreground and why the stars and
elrlpes are there displayed on every oc-
eas1on during the year.
ohe afternoon while the Judge was
nttng in his Office a woman entered the
uoor and in broken Language managed
10 convey to the lawyer the fact that She
mo her husband had had trouble and
'na1 the neighbors bad advised her to
consult lawyer. She told the iurist
mat the man with whom she had emf
grated from distant land beat her. and
rs she explained, Il thinks he 'buse me
too much"
Inc lawyer managed to make her un-
oerstand that, under the laws of this
country, the husband could be punished
tor such an offense. When he explained
mat she could have him arrested and
placed in jail, held up her hands den
recatlngly, and when she was further
Ioio that such an act would furnish the
ground for legal separation the ex-
preston that came to the face of the
t1thtul wife clearly told the lawyer
mat the idea was abhorrent. 20. no. ri
not Go that! l only t'ink he whip me
loo hard" she said.
The judge was quick to see that II was
case in which his professional services
would not be employed, so he undertook
10 ofer little advice gratis. Taking a
small nag from drawer of his desk. he
passed it over to the woman, telling her
tnat the next time she and her spouse
mad trouble she was to wave il in his
FACE and to tell him that he dare not
strike her with the flag in her hand. II
was difficult for the woman to clearly
understand, but when she went out of
the Office she had folded the flag inside
OF her corsage, and the Judge dismissed
the matter from his mind.
a lew days after that Jewish looking
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
The Piedmont Mutual Association

Everybody can be protected. How !?
BY joining the Piedmont Mutual Asso-
citation. Inc.) The object of this Asso-
citation is to establish and carry on a
mercantile and industrial business. on q
fraternal basis. And to establish the
kind of business in every locality among
the race as the occasion best dictates.
Any lady or gentleman may become a
member of this Association by paving
the joining fee of One Dollar and Fifty
cents Isl .50.)
All members will be entitled to all the
rights and privileges accruing TO mem
bers of this Association under and by
virtue of its Constitution and By laws,
and shall be allowed to participate in
the profits of the Association after pay
ment of expenses, in proportion to the
amount invested.
Persons wishing to represent Us out
of town can receive full information
concerning our special arrangements
with our special representatives by re-
hitting tous $3.50 as above stated with
two good references together with Get
postage stamp for reply.
Representatives wanted every where.
Search diligently all history and it will
be found that all great men and women,
who did great and lasting work, and
made on this world an indelible impress
sion, were God loving and praying men
and women. All religions are founded
and sustained by countless prayers All
great individuals, commonwealth and
nations are founded and sustained by
prayers to God. "Be with me, Q Lord
at all times, For abandoned TO myself l
shall surely fall.'
Address all Communications to the
PIEDMONT MUTUAL ASSOCIATION,
Temporary office,
705 W. Leigh ST., Richmond. Va,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
COlOred Man Wanted.

Who is intelligent and reliable. for
responsible position in New York Office
OF corporation. AS he will handle
funds, must be able to give best refer.
ences and furnish $4,000 i'm cash az
security, which will be secured. To the
right man liberal salary will be given.
with chance for advancement as ability
is demonstrated.
Don't answer unless you can furnish
the security stated.
Address: 60
q. Pine ST., (Room 517,)
Se New York City.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
"Moek Congress-

AN enjoyable evening is promised all
who come out on Easter Monday night
TO witness this great entertainment at
the True Reformers' Hall under auspices
OF the Ushers of the First Baptist
Church. Admission only is cents.
For Der eft of said church.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02

1t is my intention" said the newly
married man, Ito have our pictures talk
en- with my wife's hand on nv sboul-
der"
And l., rejoined the man who had
oeen up against the matrimonial game
ior many years. IAN thinking of hay
Ing ours taken with my wife's hand on
my pocketbook. "-Cincinnat ENQUIRER
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02

froud Mother-Professor, what do
you mink OF my daughters voice?
Eminent Musician apparently with
great neutrality-suspicious., If dot
voice vas mine I could not sell id for
Won million tollari-Chicago Tribune
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
ANTEn-SEvERAI. INnIr.

WAN L E D-SEVERAL INDUS
trious persons in each state to travel
for house established eleven years and
with large capital, to call upon mer-
chants and agents for successful and
profitable line. Permanent engage
ment. Weekly cash salary of $24 and
all travelling expenses and hotel bills
advanced in cash each week. Expert
ence not essential. Mention reference
and enclose self-addressed envelope.
,.s s.. TEE NATIONAL,
1St S32 Dearborn St., Chicago.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02

Old Stubborn in Jail.
: A stubborn man in Lewiston, Me-. re-
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02

FUSED 20 pay his poll-tax. and defied the
authorities to collect it, He is now in
jail, and has been playing checkers with
ms nose against the bars since August5
Every day he stays in Jail ADDS 81 75to
his poll-tax of two dollars.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
The Reason.

Northerner-I understand that there
was light vote at the recent election.
Colored Arkansan-Yassah! OATS de
troof, sab. De dark vote done reorgan-
lied de fact dat it was safest to stay at
ome.~Puck.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
Southern Women Wanted

Young women to do plain cooking.
washing and ironing for families in and
around New York. Nice homes and good
wages. Any woman that is willing TO
learn VIII be sent for We send you
Address; HUNTER,
81 West 59th ST..
:. New York
At Agents wanted. Stamp torreply
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
Ss6.1o to New Orleans, La, and Re.
~ turn, via Southern Railway.

On April, the fourth and fifth the
Southern Railway will sell special tick
cts from all points on it's lines to New
orleans and return, with return limit
April 9th, at rate of one fare plus
25c, making the rate from Richmond
s26.75. Comparatively low rates from
all other points.
:. ne Southel Railway is the direct
line to New Orleans, fast trains, con
yeulent schedules, through cars, and
Southern Railway Dining Cars. the
service Of which represents the highest
standard Of excellence.
=. q. W. WEsTBURY, ID. P. A.,
@s Richmond, Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
kin-KilIa.

wonderful preparation for straight.
ening kinky hair. Compounded from q
physicians prescription, it is absolutely
harmless. Will positively render the
ooarsest hair soft and wavy. Once
tried always called for Large size bot
ties 90 cents, or sent prepaid by mail for
oo cents In stamps or money order.
send 10 cents in stamps for generous
sample to
S. L. WORCESTER,
Agent Kin-Killa o..
80 Thomas ST.,
Portland, Me.
Please mention this paper when order.
ing.
1t
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
IutroubIcd.

Say, pa, have you ever been in dan
ger OF losing your personal liberty?"
8 NO, my son. I've never been in the
saloon business nor practiced crime as
profession. "-Chicago Record-Her-
aid.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
The Great Armx-

All Idle men OF every kind.
would soon be worth their salt
'ouio they but good employment and
AS Wen as they find fault.
philadelphia Ledger.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1904-04-02
The German Wine Industry

According to the Moniteur Vinico1a
Germany holds the eighth place in the
list OF wine-producing nations. It is
claimed, however, by wine connoisseurs
that German wines, as far as flavor and
bouquet are concerned, are surpassed
only by those of France.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05
ANNUAL LABOR CONVENTION.
C. r. Gram, Portland, Elected Presi'
dent and ]. r. Welch First Vice.

oregon city. May 4.-The annual
state federation of labor adjourned
tonight after three days session. The
following officers were elected: Presi-
dent, c. H. Gram, Portland; first vice
president, J. F. welch. Astoria; second
vice president, ]. J. Dougherty. Baker
city: third vice president, @. E. Cox
Salem; fourth vice president. Sol S
Walker, Oregon City; fifth vice presi-
dent, T. ]. Hughey, La Grande; sec
retary treasurer, George Shower. The
session was a successful one and well
attended. The convention viii meet
next year at Baker City.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05

The grown animals never remain under
dlyed to the bottom and did not rise.
water much longer than three minutes
10 as time went on and no baby re-
appeared the superintendent became
alarmed.
When 20 minutes had elapsed he
gave orders that the water be drawn
from the tank 10 recover the body OF
what he felt sure was a dead baby hip
pomotamus. Az the plug was being re-
moved young Guy Fawkea appeared.
shaking his funny little horse-like ears
and wearing hippopotamIe grin.
which seemed to say. Don't be fright
cned; I'm all right. You don't know
all about me yet" The young animals
have great power OF remaining under
water. which they lose as they increase
In years
The next time baby went 10 the bot
tom. however was not 10 much Of Q
joke lie tried TO climb up the side oi
the tank In which there were no steps
He fell back again and again, until he
sank exhausted. The keepers were
gathered abotu the tank in great anx-
lety, but unable to help. The mother
however. hurried 10 her baby with al
her clumsy haste. She dived, put hei
broad nose under Guy Fawkkes. shov'
elcd him up and held him above th'
surface untl he had recovered hi
breath and was rested.
II was nearly half an hour before th'
little fellow was able to make another
attempt. Then he made huge effort
Mamma Hippopotamus gave a biI
shove with her head and Master Gul
Fawkes clambered trinmphantly uI
the side OF the tank,--Youih's Com
panIon.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05
|THIBETANS
ARE STRONG
Command Country In Great
Strength, Opposing the
British Advance.
FORCE SUDDENLY ATTACKED
------
Further Time Needed for De-
fense of Road and Reinforce
ments Are Prayed for
From the North.
FORCE SUDDENLY ATTACKED

New York, May "A report brought
by mounted infantry dispatch rider
Is to the effect, says Times dispatch
from Fort Gyangtse. Thibet, that the
further side OF the Karopassa, on the
direct road to Ihassa 10 strongly held
by the Tibetans, some Of whom we're
drawn from the late garrison Of Fort
Gyangtse.
The British reconnoitering party,
after crossing the summit Of the pass
and descending short way. saw the
road barred by a wall and suddenly a
heavy fire from Jingals and European
rifles was opened, bullets striking the
ground all round. but causing no casu-
aitles. The number OF Thibetans Il
estimated at 1900 and their position
may threaten the British line Of com
municatlon with Khangma
No reply was made to the Thibetans
except two or three shots to keep dowr
the enemy's fire during the retire
ment. This action on the part OF this
Thibetans finally disposes OF the pos.
sibility OF any useful purpose being
served by the visit OF the Amban from
whom Colonel Younghusband has re-
ceived no further communication. j
suggests indeed that the only objeci
OF the visit Is to gain further time fol
the defense Of ihassa road and probabl,
sor the arrival OF expected help from
the north.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05

The hlppopotamus is not generally
credited with great intellectual power,
bu, /, seems from the following Incl
dent that somewhere in that mass OF
feah and fat resides brain prompt to
ac, when necessity demands. For sew
eral weeks the wonder and delight OF
an English Biological park was baby
hippopo,amus' which was named Guy
rawkes. because It's birthday fell upon
the 9Th OF November
The young hippopotamuS was about
the size os a bacon pig. OF a pinklsh
slate color and as playful as a kitten
H. was only three days old when, aa
the superintendent Of the 200 was
watching the little fellows antics. II
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05

maculate cleanliness OF which Il prob
ably unexcelled anywhere on earth. It|
is certainly the qualntest In the orient.
and as its owner Invariably swings
along witt superclIIous swagger. as
II he and he alone we're the owner Of
the street and all he surveyed besides.
the incongruity Of his manly gait con-
trasted with his exceedingly effeminateI
dress is thing which must be seen to-
be appreciated. He IL clothed In white
from head to foot. the white being
sometimes varied by cream -colored
silk, every garment being OF spotless
cleanliness. He wears the. baggiest Of
baggy breeches, tightened just above
the ankles, and his padded white socks
are partially inclosed In white and
black cloth sandals. He wears--in sum-
mer--a silk or grass cloth coat Of
gauzy texture. which is tightened under
the armpIts and spreads loosely from
there downward and being stihly
laundered, sticks out In a ridiculous
manner all around his legs like a
starcksd frock Of little child. On his
head he wears hat not unlike that
formerly worn by Welsh fisherwomen,
only the crown Is not so high. The
hat is black and glossy, and close
inspection Of that of vaughan (aristo-
craft showed that IL was made Of finely
woven silk and bamboo In an open
mesh that resembled crinolIne. while
those worn by the less prosperous are
made Of horse hair. The truncated
cone Goes not 1T the head, but perches
jauntily on top OF It. At It's base Is
a round brim about four inches wide,
and the whole Is kept In place by a
black cord or band tied under the chin.
The Office Of this peculiar capillary at
tire IL not alone TO protect the head
from the weather, but TO form re-
ceptacse for an equally curiously shaped
skull cap, which In turn contains the
topknot. This hat is worn on all oc-
casions. both on the street and In the
house. and its ganzy construction en-
ableg the topknot to be plainly seer
within its airy walls.-Harper's
Weekly.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05
BARGAIN No. 8

Mems SIS. 90 Spring Top Coats.S sos
Mems 20 90 Spring Top Coats. li.45
Mems 5000 Spring Top Coats. 1895
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05
FEW DELEGATES PRESENT.
First Days Session Of Methodist Con.
ference Poorly Attended.

Los Angeles. May 4.--The absence
of many delegates at the opening OF
the session of the s1st general confer
ence Of the Methodist Episcopal
church, due to belated trains. disrupted
to some extent the program that had
been mapped out and the first days
work ended at o'clock this evening
with nothing accomplished, except the
election Of Rev. James b. Hingby Of
Minnesota as the conference secretary.
This evening reception to the gem
eral conference by citizens and church,
men OF Los Angeles was held at the
pavilion. Addresses OF welcome by
representatives of state, city and
church. and responses by eminent
leaders in Methodism made up the
program.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05
MAYORS ACTION AppLAuDEo.
Police Commissioners Of New Orleans
Requested 70 Resign.

Chicago, May "A dispatch 20 the
Tribune from New Orleans says:
Mayor capdevllle has asked the
members OF the board Of police COM
rninsIonera OF New orleans 10 resign M
"a result OF the charges by Commits
mioner John A. woodyille that the COM
mlsaioners are "grafters'' and are re-
aponslbie for gambling houses and lot
terry shops. The mayors action pro
duced sensation. Riotous scenes at
tended the meeting Of the board and o.
adjournment woodville was cheereC
and carried about by crowd OF hi
supporters.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05
Je Dope.

The Parisians have found new use
Of the verb TO dope" It's original
vogue was on the race tracks In this
country TO designate the drugging OF
horses just before races to increase
their speed. AS all French sporting
slang is English. dope" came to be
used in the same sense at the race
tracks by Paris. Now. however It is
In general use. II Partisan takes a
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05

cab and the horse does not go fast
enough, he says to the cabman, "Je
dope" The horse begins to go as IL
by magic. The words mean an in
creased tip to the cabby.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05

Neglected colds make fat grave
yards" DIR. Woods Norway Pine
Syrup helps men and women to a
happy. vigorous old age.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-05-05
How Koreans Dress

II Is only the lower class Of Koreans
whose garments are dirty. The better
class Korean wears an attire the Inn
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-13
PHYSICIANS GOOD LUCK.
pr. Hart's Fortunate Experience of Spe. cial Interest to Many i'm Mont
 ROmePy.

The happiest man in New England today and one who Is receiving con gratulations from his friends, Is Dr.. Philip z. Hart. of Laconia, N. H.
 Probably no physician is better known in all parts of the United States than pr. Hart, as he has been a great wherever he has been. For years he has suffered with catarrh'in its worst form.
 Although he resorted to the latest scientific treatment, and consulted many of his brother physicians, Dr Hart finally said, T might just as well have thrown my money in the river for I grew worse and worse. It is really due to my wifes good judgment that l tried Hyomei." The Doctor. in his emphatic way added, Thank God that l did, for Hyomei cured me com pletely. My wife and I will swear that Hyomei cured me of the worst case of catarrh that ever existed. I used to cough constantly at night, and had A dropping in the throat, which kept m e awake great deal. I raised thick phlegm and was in a horrible condition However I am entirely cured sole:>, through the use of Hyomei" K (; Fowler is the local agent for 4vonei the famous treatment which cures ca tarrh without stomach dosing. A com plete outfit costs but S1 .00, extra bottles soc. He sells 1t under guarantee to re- fund the money if 1t does not give ouicx relief. Ask him to show you the strong guarantee under which it Is cold.
 oct 4-7-13.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-13
BrIght's Disease

Caused the death of Doctor Bright Bright's Disease is simply slow conges- ton of the Kidneys. In the last stage the congestion becomes acute and the victim lives a few hours or a few days but is past saving. This insidious Kidney trouble IS caused by sluggish, torpid, con gested liver and slow, constipated bowels whereby the kidneys are involved and ruined.
 Drakc's Palmetto Wine Is a foe to con- gestion of Liver, Kidneys and tissues, It promptlv relieves the congestion and car ries if out of the Liver, Kidneys, tissues and blood. Drake's Paimeto Wine re- stores the mucous membranes to healthy condition. relieves the membranes Throughout the body from inflammation and Catarrh and cures Catarrh, Consti- pa lion and Liver and Kidney disease to stav cured. It gives relief immediately. builds up vigor and health, prolongs life and makes 1t enjoyable. A trial bottle al- ways gives relief and often cures. A trial bottle will be sent to every reader of this paper who will write for it to Drake Formula Company. Drake Build ing. Chicago. III. A postal card win bring this wonderful tonic Palmetto medicine to you absolutely free. It is boon to dis ease-ladened. pain-rldden men and wo- men. For sale by E. c. Fowler and other leading druggists tu-thu-sat-su-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-13

Miss Griscom of Merion was respon- sible for the defeat of Miss M. Higgins of Chicago. She took the lead at the first hole and held 1t throughout, win ing by two up and one to play.
 Mrs. Caleb F. Fox of Huntingdon Valley was defeated by Mrs. Sanford. in the only extra hole of the day. Mrs Sanford played a superb uphill game and won mainly through the poor put ting of her opponent.
 Miss I. Vanderhoef and Miss J. A. Carpenter of Westward Ho. last years runner up. had as caddles two of the best professionals in the country. Miss yanderhoef won by two up.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-13

Miss Mackey in defeating Miss Louise A. Wells of Brookline. displayed tho same form that gave her the victory over the British champion yesterday. Miss Mackay won by up and to play.
 The surprise of the day was the de- feat of Miss F. c. osgood of Brooklina. by Miss Harley The Brookiine player was badly off in her play and her sister. who caddied for her. begged her not to play. Miss Harley won, 6 up and to play tz 4Aiz