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Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
Two Famous Archers.

A curious lawsuit regarding the own,
ership Of lands was tried recently i'll
Ceylon. The trouble originated at an
archery competition held by King Para,
krania Bahu VI. who ruled over Cey-
lon in the fifteenth century, in which
there were two champions who outdis
tanced all the rest and alike hit every
mark that was submitted to them. The
king was about to divide the prize whel
from a neighboring pond a frog was
heard to crOak. The king seized upon
a solution and declared that whichever
could hit the frog, aiming only by ear
should gain the prize. One OF the arch
ers transfixed the frog with the arrow
So delighted was the monarch that, be
sides the original prize, he gave to the
winner an estate Of 10000 acres. Th'
claimants in the lawsuit were the de-
scendants of the arches.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
Taking Pleasure swiftly.

Take time to be merry. to have n
good time" and you will double your
possibilities Of health. wealth and hap
piness. AnSlo-SaXOns are made fun OF
because they take even their pleasures
sadly. Their American cousins with
characteristic energy, make a business
OF it. Ian Maclaren's story Of the
American who was doing the United
Kingdom is good illustration of
Jonathan's method of pleasurlng. y
visitors card was brought to DR.. Wat
son dan Maclaren) in his study, but
before he had time to read it his Wis.
itor stood before him and announced
himself. MY name is Elijah X. HiS,
gins" he said breathessly, land | anl
busy man. You are also busy and
have no time 10 fool away. Four days
are all can give to the United King
dom, and l wished TO shake hands with
you. Goodby. l am off to Drum
tochtyw-Success.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
Weather Wisdom.

A very curious method Of making
weather predictions has been discoy-
cred by an old French farmer.
"On Christmas eve" he says, when
the bells begin to ring for midnight
mass, take. twelve onions and place
them in a row on a table. The first
onion will represent January, the Sec
ond February, and so on. Next make
a large slit in each onion and pour
some salt into it. If at the end of an
hour you find that the salt in the
March onion has melted you will know
that there will be much rain in March
and, on the other hand, If the salt in
the April onion is not melted you may
be certain, that April will be a dry
month. Moreover, If the salt in any
onion is melted at the top, but not at
the bottom, the first fortnight of the
month will be wet and the second fort
night dry"
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
The Hoopoo Bird.

The hoopoo is essentially a bird OF
the desert. A pretty tradition regard
ing the crest upon this birds head
tells that the crest was a gift from
King Solomon in gratitude for shelter
from the midday sun provided by a
flight Of hoopoos. The first decoration
was a crown Of gold, but as this
brought unwelcome attentions from
fowlers the monarch changed the
crown to a crest Of feathers.
The characteristic note Of the hoo
poo is produced as follows: The bird
swallows as much air as possible and
then taps its beak upon the ground.
The escaping air produces the "hoo-
hoo-hoo" which has earned for the
bird its popular name.-London Mail.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
Tragedy Averted

"Just In the nick of time our lit
tie boy was saved" writes Mrs. w.
Watkins of Pleasant City, Ohio,
Pneumonia had played sad havoc
with him and terrible cough set In
besides. Doctors treated him, but
he grew worse every day. AT
length we tried DR.. Dr.King's New
Discovery tor Consumption, and
our darling was saved. He's now
sound and we'll" Everybody ought
to know, It's the only sure cure fol
coughs, colds and all lung diseases
Guaranteed by D. A. Henderson,
druggist Price so and 81. Tria'
bottles free.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
Lion Cubs rs Pets.

The most attractive household pets
in the entire animal kingdom are> said
10 be very young lion cubs. They are
t.ocilc, aFractionatc and quick to learn
tricks. it Is said. besides being very
decorative. considered merely as an ar
dele of furniture Persons who have
adopted young lions as pets and en-
joyed their society for any length OF
tine are ever after intolerant of any
animal so tame and uninteresting as g
duT or cat.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
The Demise Of
Job Smith

On last Monday night, midnight,
after two months of painful suffer
Ing of complicated diseases, Mr..
Job Smith took passage on the old
ship for the haven of rest.
The subject of this sketch was
born In Greene county, Pa, In the
| year 1891, and therefore was nearly
"a years old at the time of his
death. He removed with his par
ents to Ohio when about IS years
| of age and lived there for several
years. At the age of 2S he mar.
ried a Miss Sarah ]. Shook, of Ohio.
who still survives him. He moved
to West Virginia some twenty two
years ago and has since resided at
Psden Valley. He was the father
of ten children, three sons and
seven daughters. All are living
excepting two daughter who died
In infancy.
He followed the river In his
early days for livelihood and was
acquainted with every port be-
tween Pittsburg, New Orleans and
St. Louis. He was OF a very quiet
disposition and never worried over
the affairs of this world. never say
ing aught against anyone, but al
ways telling the truth. he was
simple In his manners to all, kind
and thoughtful to all his family,
honored and respected by all who
knew him. His death as stated
above was due to complication OF
diseases was not unexpected, but
had been looked for several days
A large ccncourse of friends and
relatives followed his mortal re-
mains to their last resting place,
there In that windowless palace to
await the judgment day, when the
earth and the sea and all that are
In 1t shall give up their dead.
The funeral services were con-
Quoted by Rev. Williams, of ST..
Marys. of the NJ. E. church south,
of which the deceased was men,
Der for several years. Short ser
vices were held at the house, after
which the remains were bourne to
the church where Rev. Williams
preached very touching funeral
sermon, after which the remains
were laid to rest In Paden Valley
cemetery.
He leaves to mourn large cir
Gle of friends, sorrow stricken
wife, three saddened sons and five
kind and afectionate daughters.
He was a good husband and kind
father. May he rest In peace.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
q ReaI President.

President Roosevelt is reported to
have said: Il would like to be president
of the United States for another term
but this much ! will say, I propose to
be president this term l would rath-
er be all president for three and half
years than half president for seven
and a half years" There is well de-
fined suspicion that Mr.. Roosevelt has
been president since his elevation to
that office. We are not aware that for
any brief moment the reins of govern
ment have passed to any one else. AND
the American people like for president
a man who Is the president. and they
are going to show their appreciation OF
Theodore Roosevelt by making him the
president for four more years after his
present term expires. - Springfield
(Mass) Union.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
FOR COLLECTOR

respectfully announce myself as a
candidate for the Office of Collector and
Treasurer, subject to the will OF the
municipal Republican nominating con-
ventioD to be Feld March the 3rd and
respectfully solicit the support Of my
friends in the convention and if nomi-
mated, at the polls.
O. J. SMITH.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
FOE ASSESSOR

At the request of my many friends l
hereby announce myself as candidate
for the office of Assessor composed of
the districts of Meade, Union and Lin
coin subject to the Republican primary
election
8 1T DIV II g. WILLIAMSON.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
Saved His Leg.

P A. Danforth of LAGRANGE, Ca,
suffered for six months with a
frightful running sore on his leg;
but writes that Bucklens Arnica
Salve wholly cured 1t In FIVE days.
For ulcers, wounds, piles, 1t Is the
best salve In the world. Cure
guaranteed. Only 25cts Sold by
D. A. Hendershott, druggist.
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ANNOUNCEMENT.

All announcements for State. County
and City oRGces must be paid strictly
cash in advance. We will make no
deviation from this rule in favor OF any
candidate.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
FOR City CLERK

thereby announce myself as can
didate. for the office of City Clerk OF the
City of Sistersville subject to the de-
cision of the Republican municipal con
yention to be held March the 3rd 'o4.
w. B. WOODRUFF.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
FOR CITY CLERK

herewith announce myself as a can
aidate for the Office Of City CLERK
subject tt the Republican convention
to be held March 3rd. 4.
2I8tf A. M. HILLIARD.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01

herewith announce myself as q candidate
for the Nayorship of The City OF Sis.ersviile
subject to the Repsbiicsn Municipal Conven
ton to be held March grid. 1904.
LYNN KIRKLAND.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
Lost

Between Lively's residence on
East street and Mercer Hotel Office
a small diamond ring. Finder will
be rewarded SIS 90, If returned to
Mrs. Necie Criswell Lively.
Care of Clendenning Saloon.
29tf
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Wayside Briefs

George Smith will soon have his
new house ready for occupancy.
Frank Tippins and family were
visiting relatives on Elk Fork last
week.
]. F. Villers Suudayed with his
parents here and returned to his
school at Sancho Monday.
Mrs. Job Smith and daughter
Mary, spent Saturday with Thomas
Smith, of Sistersville.
Rev. Com. D Moore closed e
series of meetings at Suger Valley,
last week They resulted In several
additions to the church.
F. J. Buck L. E Villers and P.
M. TAYLOR attended the funeral OF
the late Job Smith, of Paden City,
oh Wednesday.
The stork In his frequent visits
to this neighborhood, passed down
|Sliders Run a few nights ago and
left a little daughter and son at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs Colfax Hes
lep. 1t also left little daughter
at the home of Mr.. ard Mrs. Will
liam Tippins, OF Owl Hollow.
Mrs. Mary Wensyel. of West
Wheeling who has been attending
her father, the late Job Smith in
his late illness, will return TO her
home today Monday.
We grow like the thoughts we
think. If they are the thoughts of
demons, then like demons one day
shall we appear. If of angels, then
like angels shall we become.
Sistersville daily oil review. [volume] (Sistersville, W. Va.) 1902-1905, 1904-03-01
New Produce Market

The undersigned has opened a
new produce market on Mccoy
avenue. We also handle fresh fish
In connection with produce. A
portion of the public patronage Is
respectfully solicited.
I. A. BowERSoCK,
T Of
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The GOatOmo bile.

The Chauffeur-Here. you goat. quit
kickin' that bell I'm the chauffeur
of this here machine. You're puthin'
but the motive powef--New Iorx
evening Journal
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
THE GREATEST LIGHTHOUSE.

Tempest-tossed, the brave seaman strains his sight while his soul is filled with rejoicing as he catches a glimpse of the rays from the lighthouse which penetrate the gloomy darkness with which he Is surrounded. To him the light brings rescue from an untimely. watery grave and shelter in a harbor protected against the raging storm. Tie lighthouse placed high and in full view of the afflicted of the earth is Dr. Burkharts Vegetable Compound. which cures the following dis eases: Rheumatism, neuralgia. catarrh. constipation, heart, blader, stomach and liver troubles 1t infuses into the body pure, rich. healthy blood The most secre- tive cases of disease are detected and their poisons and injurious substances are banished from the system Thirty days treatment 25c All druggists
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
The Old Homestead.

There could be few more welcome an- nouncement for the amusement-loving public than the appearance at the Jeffer- son theatre Friday of those two perennial favorites. Denman Thompson and '',The Old Homestead" The old pastoral play itself is by this time so familiar to every one that any attempt to describe it would be superorgation. The mere mention of the names of Joshua Whitcomb, Cy Prime, Seth Perkins Aunt Matilda and Rickerty Ann Is sufficient to bring to mind all of those delightful rural char acters, and at the same time arises in the background the pictures of the old farm. the homestead in Swanzey Grace church on Broadway in New York city and the aristocratic mansion of Henry Hopkins. the metropolitan merchant and millionaire.
 The company supporting Denman Thompson this season Is practically the same as last. Seats for the engagement will go on sale this morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
0rhe Greatest Thing in the World"

Love is the theme of the play in which Rose Coghlan appeared at the Jefferson theatre last night, and as the plot and sub-plot are worked out one soon re- alizes that it is truly ''The Greatest Thing in the World" The entire play centers around the love of Virginia Bry- ant, the part of Rose Coghlan, for her wayward and erring son, Cecil, in which role Sidney Irving did excellent acting.
 Miss Coghlan is advancing in years and has grown portly, and her avoirdupois detracts from her acting an emotional part, but withal she still has the great ability which has held audiences spell bound for years. She is not as fortunate in the part of Virginia Bryant as Mrs. Ie Novne, and her interpretation of 1t differs somewhat
 In the supporting cast Sidney Irving bears the heaviest part. He is striking lv handsome boy, and one can readily see how the heart of his mother and Helen Mcfarland could go out to him. He seems in looks. actions and everything to fit exactly the part of a fine young fellow who has gone astray. Miss Margaret Dills. as Helen Mcfarland, is very good.
 All of the men in the company are good actors and make an impression on an audience by their stylish appearance. On .e other hand, with the exception of Rose Coghlan and Miss Dills, the wo- men are not as well dressed as the plot and lines of the play would seem to de- mand and none of them are very strong. They do not look their parts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
William H.. Crane.

Mir. Crane will make his appearance in
 ..The Spenders'' at the Jefferson theatre tonight and tomorrow night. The sale of seats was as expected, very heavy, and large and fashionable audiences are cer- tain to witness the presentations of the nlav. Much of the success which has been won by "The Spenders" is laid to MT. Cranes capital work in 1t. Years of care fll. conscientious work has given MT. Crane a reputation of which any man miyht well be proud. When the actor comes along it matters little what the nnblic knows about his play. Crane Is always good" say his admirers. "and the plav Is sure to be well given. In .rhe Spenders'' Mr. Crane is said to be at his best. His portrait of old Peter R,nes of Montana Is one N the most ad- mirable pieces of straight character act ing that the stage has seen in years. Zines is a man who is known to every one who has ever lived in the west. He IS a rugged old fellow who has taken a vast fortune out of mine in the noun tains of Montana, and who is as unassum- ing in dress and manner as any wielder or a pick and shovel in his employ. He puts on no airs or takes on any graces. He is a plain matter-of- fact mar who loves his family, thinks the west is about the
 best place this side of paradise and thinks that the rich man has no more right to fritter away his time in idleness
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
FOR SALE.

 $l600-Neat cottage; Avenue C. near 27th. S250O-Avenue F corner; 100xi9O, $35O0-IIalf block 2Oth street, on D; rents $4S0 si5oo-cottage South 17th street; lot 52x 100. s25oO-Large lot; South Highlands; half block goth street. SIP, ,5OO-l5Oxl4O; srd avenue corner: i'm :. proved. sl5,ooo-75oxiOO; corner 2nd avenue and 2srd street. $25Ooo-s-story brick; 2nd avenue; rents $2l00. s2OOO-Glx14o; 10th street. between and K $4OOO-4 lots; corner K and Idlewild car line. $95o-Lots 5Ox1so; Avenue I near 18th street. s2S00-2 houses; South 18th; rental s4e0 $65O0-Good home; 18th street. near 7th avenue, north. $45oO-7-room house; Sth avenue. between 10th and 17th.
 We have for rent stores and dwellings. Let us write your fire insurance.
 M'CONidtLL & CART RIGHT, Phones 46. 22O N, Fist St
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Vests MinstreIs.

Probably the biggest hit in a musical line the past season was that of ''The Wizard of Oz.'' which enjoyed the longest run of any production of a similar nature in New York city during the season. One of the special features with the West min strels this season is the burlesque extrav- aganza. entitled "The Wizard of Boz an amusing skit of that famous produc- ton.
 Manager Ricaby of the West minstrels, has always been on the lookout for novel features and in securing the one men tioned has added quite decided musical and comedy treat to his performance.
 Vests mhstreis are booked to appear at the Jefferson theatre next Saturday with a bargain day matinee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
WINTER TOURIST RATES
To Principal Points In Florida, Nassau
 and Cuba.

Southern railway will have on sale daily ,,ntil April 30. round trip winter excursion tickets to principal resorts in Florida. Nassau and Cuba, at greatly reduced rates Final limit May 3. 1904. Through Pullman sleeping car Birmingham to Iacksonville- Write for booklet entitled ..yvinter Homes in Summer Lands" For reservation. detailed information. etc. apply passenger office Morris hotel building. Telephone 617.
 J. c. LUSK. ,,-26-tf District Passenger Agent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
REAL ESTATE.

REAL ESTATE. -s30O cash, balance 1 and years, for 50 feet with two 3-room houses; Avenue c, near 12th street $SlOO-l00xl00 with three Broom houses renting for sS6 per month; room for another house; F and 14th street -Two-story brick store 25xs5 South 20th street Ought to go to $10000 in next few years.
 slOO per front foot for lot 25x14 feet 2d avenue, near 18th street. Easy terms
 $20-Good Groom cottage newly papered and in good condition; Avenue and 26th street. Cars. $4O- Store 18th street, near 1st avenue.
 SMITH & STlllMAN.
 2OOil6 First Avenue. Call on us and see our list of salahle properties We can suit you in price. terms and location.
 If you have any property for sale or for rent you will do well 10 list it with us for our facilities for finding good cus- toners are unexcelled.
 FOR RENT-SOUTII. 922 18th st.. rooms. s..................s g % 523 2Gth st. rooms .,............... O.00 2sl5 Juniper ave, rooms. ......... 35 co
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 NORTH Jones House. North Haven. rooms 20 .00 5SO9 3rd ave, Woodlawn. rooms.. 15.00 1928 18th ave. rooms. ms............. 1500 Several houses on 1st ave. and 10th st.. rooms each........ S55 2530 9th ave. IA rooms ms........ 65. .00 230S 3rd ave. 10 rooms ...... 6. %
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 All kinds of insurance. UNDERWRITERS REAL ESTATE
 AND RENTAL co. Both phones. 613. 20l7 1st Ave
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20

than has the poor man. The actor makes Zines intensely human and very lovable. In a pungent way the comedy pokes fun at certain phases of New York society and satirizes it's love of dress, or posi- ton and of money. Contrasts of scene and character abound in the play.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
Prohibition Convention Is Called.

Indianapolis. January 19.-The call for the national prohibition convention to be held in this city beginning June % has been issued by National Chairman Oliver w. Stewart. The call names Indianapolis as the convention city. This settles, local prohibitionists say, all questions as to the convention city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20

for the week indicates. The fine record made by this company all over the coun- try in the way of establishing attendance records can be easily understood when enc witnesses the magnificent production of "The Man Who Dared.r
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
Al the BlIou.

Howard Hall and his exceedingly clever company have scored hit at the Bijou.
 Splendid audiences were present at both matinee and last nights performances. The attraction unquestionably deserves the large business which the advance sale
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
mr.. winsIow's Soothing Syrup.

The best remedy for DIARRHOEA Sold oy druggists in every part of the world. Re sure and ask for Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. and take no other kind. Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS bv MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILDREN WHILE TEETHING, with PERFECT SUCCESS. It SOOTHES the CHILD, SOFTENS the GUMS. ALLAYS all PAIN. CURES WIND COLIC. and b twenty-five cents a bottle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
Panama Treaty Read.

Washington, January 19.-The Panama treaty as amended by the committee on foreign relations was read in executive session of the senate today. No discus sion was had and it was announced that debate on the treaty will begin tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20

SOME GREAT BARGAINS FOR THE
 NEW YEAR. $l50-5Ox140, with comfortable house; on East Lake car line, near Lacrosse sta tion: only $25 cash, balance S25 per month can give immediate possession; see about it quick. $S5G0-50x140 on 2nd avenue, near 10th street. with buildings of brick that cost $500 to build when material was very cheap; this is an unusual chance to ge. d piece of business property at a saeri- flee, as it brings from s1o0 to SIPS per month rent.
 $sOOO-2-story nearly new building; near Avenue A: now under new lease for two years at sl200 per annum; will rapidly in- crease in value.
 S. E. THOMPSON, Telephone 24 22S Fist St.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
FOR SALE.

FOR SALE. S3S50- Residence. llumbolt avenue. S2500-Lot Ave. J and 10th street $450O-Lot 11th ave. south S5750- Residence. Avenue K. S4500-Residence. llth ave. south. s575O- Residence 12th ave. south. 39O0-75x240 12th ave. and 23rd street 5000 Residence. 18th avenue. south. S2500-Lot 16h ave. near south 20th street Sl5O0-Lot 18th avenue. south. s4200- Residence. 18th street. south. s6OO0- Residence 18th street south. $3l50-cor. residence. 18th street. S4200- Residence, South l7th street. S2500-Vacant lot on Highlands 5000 Residence 18th street south. SlG5c-Cor lot 10th avenue. south. sSl50-100 1t lot Sycamore street.
 w. B. LEEDY & co.
 Phones 42. l12 North 21st St
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
FOR SALE.

FOR SALE. One of the handsomest homes on the South Highlands; corner 18th avenue and 18th street For particulars call on
 BROWN BROS. 6 co. Bell phone 3Si. Woodward Bldg.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
ToIer's Nomination Confirmed.

Washington. January 19.-The senate to- day in executive session confirmed the the nomination of James A. Toler, mar shal for the northern district of Mississ- irni
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-01-20
ADJUSTMENTS.
AT THE JEFFERSON.

Wednesday and Thursday even ings-"The Spenders."
 Friday evening-"The Old Home stead''
 Saturday matinee and evening Vests Minstrels.