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The Press., 1904-07-13
Fighting Instinct In R,ra..

In the defense of their young even birds become fearless and sacrifice their lives with a promptness which. as sort of suicidal instinct, might seem rather paradoxical if 1t were not for that bylaw of nature which al- ways sacrifices the interest of in- dividuals to the interest of the species. A partridge hen with GOV ey of half grown chickens never hesi- tates to fling herself into the path of the pursuing dog in order to give her youngsters a chance to escape in the thicket, and the Mexican weaver thrush flies even at the head of 6 snake seen to approach her nest with preda- tory purposes. Too often that devo- tion is rewarded with death, but the serpent accepts the vicarious sacrifice. and the orphaned nestlings are almost sure to be reared by other birds.
The Press., 1904-07-13
The Defiant Drummer.

1t was right funny said Uncle Hosea, telling of the orchestral con- cert "A smart Aleck lookin' feller set in the middle, an all ter oncet the lit tie man at the end O the line hit the big drum sassy rap. Well, the smart Aleck feller shakes little stick at the drummer, an what does he do but hit her up ag'fn jest ter show he was as good as the next man. An, by links, he didn't take no back talk-or, rather, no orders-from the smart Aleck man, because he just kept a-whackin' that big drum in spite O the boss a-shakin' that stick, as if ter say he'd catch 1t if he didn't quit. Yes, sir; gloried in his spunk, if he was little. An at the end O the tune he whooped it up on that drum harder than ever. A little man for nerve every time."
The Press., 1904-07-13
GLnnm Gmmm

The first glass cups were made ai Alexandria. Some were coIOred like Bohemian glass and decorated with glass pastes, initiating precious stones and cameOs. Some were opaIIne, oth- CTS clear as crystal and still others formed of opaque layers welded to gether like the famous Portland vase in which the white upper layer had been cut away like that of a cameo leaving a blue ground around the fg ures.
The Press., 1904-07-13
BrutaIIx TorturesI. !.

A case came to light that for persisten and unmerclful torture has perhaps neve been equaled. Joe Goiobick of Colusa Calif., writes, "For 15 years I endure' iDsufferable pain from Rheumatism an' nothing relieved me, though l tried ev erything known. came across Eleetri' Bitters and it's the greatest medicine oE earth for that trouble. A few bottles o 1t completely relieved aud cured me. Just as good for Liver and Kidney trou bles and general debility. Only 50c Satisfaction guaranteed by A. c. Eaton druggist
The Press., 1904-07-13
Beware of Ointments for Ga
 tarrh that Contain Mercury,

AS mercury will surely destroy the sense of smell adn completely derange the whole system when entering it through the mucous surfaces. Such articles should never be used except on prescrip- tions from reputable physicians, as the damage they will do is ten fold to the good you can pos sibly derive from them. Halls CatarTh Cure. manufactured by F. J. Cheney & CO, Toledo, O.. contains no mercury, and is taken internally, acting directly upon the blood and mucous sur faces Of the system. In buying HalTs Catarrh Cure be sure you get the genuine. It is taken Internally, and is made in Toledo, Ohio, by K. J. Cheney O. Testimonials free. F& Sold by Druggists. Price, 75c per bottle.
 Take Halls Family Pills for C0nsttpati0n.
The Press., 1904-07-13
No Charge Fer uvervaruasseu,

This ring" said the jeweIer, twill cost you $50. with our extra service gratis"
 What Is your extra service r asked the young man who was looking at engagement rings.
 When the young lady calls to make inquiries we'll tell her it's worth SEQ :"
The Press., 1904-07-13
Only a BeGfnuanr.

Job showed the little round sore spot on his arm to his physician.
 What Is that, doctOr7' he asked. ''That is boil,' pronounced the medical man after a brief examination. "A boiir' echoed Job. "weIl. that's a new one on meT'
 Later. however, there were others on him.-Chicago Tribune.
The Press., 1904-07-13
Treat Your Kidney. For Khsumass.sa.

When you are suffering from rheuma- tism, the kidneys must be attended to at
 once so that they will eliminate the uric
 acid from the blood FoIey's Kidney
 Cure Is the most effective remedy for this
 purpose. R. T. Hopkins, of Polar, WIs., says, After unsuccessfully doctorinR three years for rheumatism with the best
 doctors, tried Foley's Kidney Cure and
 1t cured me. I cannot speak too highly
 of this great medicine" Sold by E. K. Taft druggist
The Press., 1904-07-13
What He Meant

New Boarder-What did that fellow mean in the dining room when he told me he kneIt before ten women this aft ernoon? Did he propose to themf Cravat CIerk-So: he's a shoe clerk Cleveland Leader
The Press., 1904-07-13
Mistake of a Blind Boa Constricto.

Mistake of q Blind Boa COmstFfctOr.
 A boa constructor that was nearly blind was once found to be contented- ly swallowing blanket for dinner in stead of a rabbit. which was also with in reach. and it was only with great difficulty that it was forced to disgorge this singularsarticle of food. A snakes tongue is therefore not an organ of taste. nor Is it, as many think. a sting; 1t is more probably a delicate organ of touch.-Chambers Journal.
The Press., 1904-07-13
work,,~ Ns~h, and pux.

The busiest and mIghtIest little thing that ever was made Is Dr. Kings New Life Pills. These pills change weaknssa into strength, listlessness Into energy, brain-fag into mental power. They're wonderful In building up the health Only 25c per box. Sold A. c. Eaton.
The Press., 1904-07-13
Tn. Main oue.sfon-

Practical Father-Has that young man who wants to marry you any money? Romantic Miss-MoneyI He gave me a cluster diamond ring and a bracelet of pearls. Practical Father Yes, I know. Has he any money Ieft7
The Press., 1904-07-13
No Pity shown.

''For years fate was after me continu- ously," writes F. A. GuIIedge, Verbena. Ala. "I had a terrible case of Piles, causing 24 tumors. When all failed Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured me. Equal ly good for Burns and all aches and pains. Only 25e at A. C. Eaton's drug store,
The Press., 1904-07-13
Easilx Acnuired.

Hyker (reading)-A physiognomist aggressive usually have black eyes. Piker-That's right. They are reason nbly sure to get 'em sooner or later.
The Press., 1904-07-13
where the Resemblance Was.

Sometimes girls know how to keep themselves from being bored even by a lover. Sis and Tom were sitting in the drawing room, and she was getting sleepy. What time is it?" she asked.
 He looked at his watch and replied that it lacked five minutes of II, and just then, being struck with an idea. he asked, "Why is my watch like you, my petY'
 'T don't know" r.s.sy
 Because it is very pretty"
 "And why is my watch ike your
 ''I don't know, I'm sure. Why is your watch like me, my dearT \ Because it won't go," she replied. with yawn,
 , Then the young man went home.
 Refuse not to be informed, for that. shows pride or stupidity. - William Penn. fi.5s t5t ,.....-.-
The Press., 1904-07-13

DoOToRs, CALL sWuLIAMs' RooT BEER ia combined spring tonic and Summer beverage" It is also appetisingi
The Press., 1904-07-13
BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

DOBERT H. FISK, Attorney at h Law, First National Bank Building, East Main-SL.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
TEASED EVER AFTER.
Eighth Grade,
Jackson School.

1t beautiful evening. The moon was just
rising the eastern horizon The willow leaves and
tiny boughs dancing in the mellow light. Along
the graveled walk back leading to the wood
pile, great number of boys going toward the
woodpile. I sat in the window unobserYed by them
watching to what they up to-
It was Halloween and as woodpile was very
high and had just been piled thought should not like
it destroyed SO called papa and he and
sat down by and together watched them for
few minutes They were now busy tearing down the
pile. In little while and said, Come,
Osna let outdoors and stand at the side of the
and watch them pile that wood, for will make
them pile every stick again."
When they thru went over to
where they The boys away, but papa
ceeded in catching some Of them. He made them pick
the up The boys begged and begged to home
said they would the next day and pile It,
it late. Papa said they could finish 1t the
they promised they would tear down
such large woodpile again. When they came back
the next day they We're very much ashamed Of them
selves everybody leased them afterwards
Eighth Grade. -Osna L. Kaasa,
Northwood, N D.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
BRAVE FIRE LADDIES.

From window once saw fire that makes me
shudder when think Of it.
One night awakened by the fire whistle and
my the next house in blaze There were
little children in the house, another
four the youngest not quite two old. The
youngest her mother had risen to give
her medicine, and when trying to light the lamp the
caught fire from spark. The two Oldest
children had each taken quilt and to neigh
bors the youngest did not understand it and lay
quietly looking Her mother, who was frantic with
down and teephoned to the fire department,
then to her neghbor's where she tainted.
Almost Immediately the fremen were there, and
when told about the child two of them at
stairs into the where the poor child
coughing violently from the effects OF the smoke which
had filed the They wrapped the quilt
around her, and taking her in his arms, one Of them
downstairs with The other fireman had hardly
descended when the stairs fell with loud crash.
have such terrible from my window
and I hope will
Grade Esther Larsen,
Granite Falls MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
MINNESOTA, SATURDAY, APRIL 1s, 1904.

Here some chickens were busy scratching for worms
and under plum tree dog asleep. Beyond the
orchard the sloping hills could be the sound
of the brook at their bases up to win
in the u1s conversation going the arbor,
saying,
<I come from haunts hern
I a sudden sally,
~ I sparkle out among the fern
To bicker down the valley
Eighth Grade, Georgia Moe,
Jackson School. Maple Plain MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
A GLIslNIERING LANDSCAPE.

It is a warm, quiet day summer and am sitting
window with a book in my hand. Suddenly I
bird chipping merrily outside. try to catch
glimpse of the little singer but that is impossible as
he keeps himself hidden in the thick foliage of the
try to read little more, but it is impossible
to fasten my thoughts what am reading, so can
nothing except out the glimmerfng land
scape before Far off against the horizon see
the bluffs. They barely visible against the blue
sky, they themselves of a blush tint This
forms a very effective background for the
nearer home There Is the white house in full view
the hill a few miles away where my bosom friend
resides little is another house half hid
den by tall cottonwood trees. And there toward the
stretches the majestic forest that seems to stand
guard over the surrounding farms and meadows.
Suddenly a loud Hannah! here want you'll"
calls my mind from this to my duties, and
the very reluctantly.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
ACROSS THE ROCKIES.

AS was crossing the Rocky mountains my way
to the coast very interesting caught eye.
small grove of trees the track.
lake lay near Two girls about eight Of age
seated the and smaller children played in
the water. Here the train stopped and my window
was open, their words foated to my ear. They were
planning how they would the let them
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
THE WORLD TOPsY-TURVY.

One morning L arose very early, for the night
before Halloween and wanted to what mis-
chief the boys had wrought went to the window and
bicycle pulled upon flagstaff on the highest
block in town. wagon was in the yard and another
in the ditch by the road. One Of it's wheels
a hill block away, another in the road and two
others in the ditch A big box the
sidewalk, washing machine blacksmith shop
stones boards and barrels in the streets
Sixth Grade. -Armin Haeussler
Perham, Mimi
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
THE JOURNAL JUNIOR, MINNEAPOLIS,

stood in the front Of the shop AS the painter busy
painting other he did not notice the chdren
who had made up their minds to the different
colors of paint their faces Soon their faces
gorgeousy decorated with black red and yellow stripes
and polkadots Just then who should
but the painter! He as they had spoiled
his wagon, and saw him start off if to tell their
mother determined to sit by the window longer and
see what would follow
Not long after I their mother coming with a
whip in her hands to punish the ischevous little
pie. AS the girl the larger she received the first
whipping, and when the boy what punishment she
had received he The mother called to him
to back, she feared he might get lost but he
still went She called after him that she would not
punish him if he would come back, but no answer was
heard. The last of him he runnng.a fast
he could his painted face and dsheveled hair causing
every whom he passed stand gazing after him in
amazement Mabel Keller,
Ninth Grade. Ona1aska. Wis.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
THE MORNING REvERY.


It in the latter part of August that
sitting morning looking out Of window in a
comfortable farm house. of the beautt-
I have witnessed in my life. The
had just risen the eastern hills and everything
calm, not breeze to stir the looked
eastern fields where the golden grain
ready be cut. There the work in the
field which yet glistening with the morning
dew. looked toward the barnyard and there the
young lambs playing and frolckng to and fro The
ROSTERS GROWING the pigs squealing the
ducks auacking; and many other sounds filled the
with and happiness for the farmer. in the
orchard I the trees loaded with fruit, some Of
which Of golden color and which was yet
green. the farmer and the farmers wife and
heard them singing they worked. They
as happy their surroundings. Behind the pleasant
farm hardwood forest with it's golden
and green leaves Running thru the southern end of
the winding stream, where the cattle
drinking at this point revery Interrupted
by the breakfast call. Warren Hastings,
Seventh Grade. Two Harbors MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
SMALL sAVAGEs IN PAINT.

open window Of a cottage which opposite paint
er's shop, I saw laughable sight. Two small children
were running toward freshly-painted wagon which
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
~ and sometimes II arise early enough, can see
shepherd just opening his corral to let out his sheep
Fifth Grade. Ernest Francis
Wiston, n. D.
LITTLE BITS OF BUGGY.

My window faces the west and looks out upon some
buildings namely hay barn and sheep stables. The
sheep stable barn is the
same side of the ravine the house. We keep the
buggies in the front part the hay barn. but the
boys hauling hay that day they had pulled the
two-seated buggy the road which between
the house and barn.
On the evening of the day mentioned papa, who
had been away from home all day, home and
stopped at the stable if the sheep were in Just
then sister in said the horses had started
down the hill. Looking from my window saw the
horses running. When they neared this side they
jumped over the big buggy and dragged over 1t the
they fastened to, which tipped them both
AS they could not get loose they dragged the
buggy along, Wrong-sde up clear around the house,
leaving pieces all along When they reached the barn
there not remnant of the buggy left fastened to
them, and the pieces We're strewed all the yard
A Seventh Grade, -Althea Gilbert,
Prairie Lawn School, Walnut Grove, MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
BOYDOM VERSUS GIRLDOM.

One afternoon from my window upstairs saw four
girls and boy snowballing. The girls had fort by
themselves and the boy had ALSO They fight
ing to who they could get to firs the boy was
he would not be the first and the girls were sure
they would not The girls could not hit the boy once,
but the boy hit of the girls every time At last
the girls began to grow angry and they all started
the after the boy, but it took
long while before they could hit him. At last the boy
tired and could not fast of the girls
threw large ball of and hit him The boy went
home crying after ALL -Eveline Grndeland,
Fifth Grade. Warren, MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16

BUT MEMORY.
ooh, dear me! There goes the sponge-c cake,
and wanted that for Johns supper"
From Harper's Bazaar.
when I a boat filled with boys who fishing
watched them awhole and they their boat
to to the shore. the boat tipped in sudden gust
of wind watched in breathess suspense All tried
to climb in the side it tipped again.
At last they succeeded in getting into it went to
shore, where they cross because they
had lost all their fish. They blamed other
their mishap think they been thank
full that their lives were spared Roy Larson
Sixth Grade, Benson Mimi
South Side School.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16

GROWS LIGHTER.
Genueman-Isn't that pail too
heavy for you to carry, my boy?
James-Yes, sir; but it won't be
heavy long, cause it leaks.
Drawn by Guy e. Moulton.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
THE CENTER OF INTEREST.

prepared for company. Over the table was spread a
dainty table cloth. piece large
filed with fragrant flowers and delicate ferns. A
tempting dinner laid before the delighted guests
South Of the arbor could from my window the
with its apple and plum trees and grape vines
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
NOT COMMONCEOUDs.


Black clouds rising, not just common clouds,
but tumbng, rolling clouds tinged with green and pur-
pie. alone little afraid. Sud-
denly the clouds spread and dropped like curtain,
how the wind blew I stood in the window
facing the big barn. All at of the buildings
seemed to stir. Yes, it moving! Suddenly it
leaned and slid off it's foundation the sides bulged and
thru the bowling heard the timbers
Next the roof of the raise slightly and
finally raise high and when it down it was on
the side Of the building having fallen down. Out of the
granary I hens coming only to be caught by the
wind and blown around the yard. Next the large oak
the house fell with crash, it's large roots
high in the air. Then the thunder crashed and down
the rain could plainly the wreck caused by
the storm, but the began to shine. i.s.s,
Eighth Grade Gertrude Herrick,
Washington School. Anoka, MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16

"A CItVSSFAISH
One day when lived by the lake looking
out the window. just turning from the window
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16
A THANKLESS HOWL


One morning sat by my window saw very
funny sight 1t had been raining all night and then
the water had frozen. A boy around the corner
skating the icy sidewalk but he going so fast
he could not stop himself he went straight for
pool of little way The thin layer Of
ice broke under his weight and he went knee-deep
into the muddy water. He stepped the walk and
passed my sight but just then drawing
child sled attracted my attention. AS fate would
have it he served with the bad luck but the
child by miracle passed completely and set
up loud howl. Just then heard my mother calling
and went down to breakfast. Harold Hipes,
Sixth Grade. Spring Valley, MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16

bring the children out there every
day so they would not disturb their
mother who was i'll. After while
they jumped up and started for
another part Of the grove. I fol-
lowed them with my eyes and
found that they had built play
house and now began to finish it.
It was not long before they called
the children and had their lunch.
BY this time the train had started
and the interesting group was lost
to my sight, but always remem-
bered that beautiful spot where I
had seen the happy children and
heard their plans.
Lulu Wilde,
Thompson, N. D.
Eighth Grade.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-04-16

-Hanndl moe,
Twin Valley, Mimi
Eighth Grade.
THE LUCKY SMALLNESS.
From the window Of tho
depot in a town few
miles from here I saw a
little dog and girl walk
ing upon the platform Of
the depot. The dog was
held by chain that was
snapped on it's collar. Just
as the passenger train came
in saw the girl run
down the platform crying.
By closer observation saw
that the little dog was not
with her but was running in
front Of the engine. Suddenly
the chain caught and the
engine passed over the dog.
Everybody thought he was
killed, but he had been in
the middle of the track
when the passenger passed
over him, and as he was
small, he was unhurt. Still
he was as badly frightened
as the girl who owned him.
get on the track again for the girl
lor1e the next time she goes to the
Milford chronicle., 1904-09-09
FIRST AMERICAN COINS
Copper Half Cents Were Issued From
the Mint In 1893.

The treasurer of the United States
on May 8, 1908, redeemed two half
cent pieces, This is the first time in
the history of the country that apv
such coins have been presented for
redemption. 1t is more than a century
since the first half cent piece was
coined, and it is nearly fifty years since
the government discontinued mintlng
them.
Milford chronicle., 1904-09-09
AHurtIinr EmporIn Girl.

An Emporia girl is going to get
divorce and try it over. Her wedding
presents lacked $63S of paying for hel
dress, the ice cream, cake, lemonade
and chicken salad that she had put
into the wedding She will apply fol
a receiver for the groom, return the
presents and go visiting in the oil belt,
where they buy more cut glass and
fewer % cent china cups and saucers.
She believes that ''love is the greatest
thing in the world" but sees the fool
ishness of trying to do business out
side Of the trust. She has decided to
get a two story buggy with red wheels,
a hat with a white veil and break into
real society. Perhaps you do not know
this girl. Well, she was the girl who
when she was graduated from the high
school a few years ago closed her
essay on "The Realities of Life" with
the quotation, LET US then be up and
doing with a heart for any fate, and if
you don't draw a heart, discard until
you get a club, and see what you can
do with that" t"-EmpOria Gazette.
Milford chronicle., 1904-09-09

Sent Samples of Voice and Acting.
This is a marvellous age we live in, -
said a theatrical manager "and its
marvelOusness was brought home to
me fOrcibly last week.
Il had written to a French tenor and
asked him what he would take to come
over here and sing next season. His
reply consisted of IA letter and two
cylinders.
81 will come for $500 a week. the
letter said, and l forward in another
package samples of my voice and Of
my acting
The larger cylinder was a phOno-
graphic record of one of the mans
solos. The smaller one was a moving
picture film of him singing the solo.
Il took the two cylinders to dealer,
and one We put IN a photograph, the
other in a moving picture machine.
Then we darkened the room, and we
started the machine and the phOnO-
graph simultaneously. By Joye, sir
the actor might have been present per
sonally. There he was on the screen.
walking up and down the stage and
gesticulating, and there was his voice
issuing in sonOrous notes from the big
phonograph horn. got from it as sat
isfactory an idea of the mans talent as
could have got if he had visited me-"
Washington Post.