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The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
why Japan Has No Fence Posts.

In Japan when farmer permits a
telegraph or telephone pole to be erect
ed on his land he has made great con-
cession to modern reform. Only the ex-
ceedingly rich have fences around their
farms in Japan, not because of the cost
of the fence, but because Of the value
Of the square inches the posts and pick
cts would consume If border Is de-
sired around a field 1t is customary to
plant mulberry trees. The total area of
ground In Japan thus devoted to the
silkworm tree. which otherwise would
be taken up with fences, amounts to
about 10000 acres. This has no refer
ence to the mulberry farms and groves,
the area for which Is over three times
as much. The fact that japanese
farmer is forced to figure on the
amount of ground fence post would
occupy and the interesting fact that
the government In its statistical emu
meratlons has had the areas covered by
Individual mulberry trees on farm
boundaries carefully computed demon
strates the great value of arabic land.
-Booklovers' Magazine.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24

81 suppose you enjoy the freedom
from care that fortune bringsY
"Well," answered Mr.. CumroX. ITS
good to have money. But If | hadn't
got rich l wouldn't have had to study
French or learn to pronounce the
names of Wagner's operas. ."-Washing-
ton Star.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
His Bravery.

"Oh, George" sighed the romantic
girl, II wish you were like the old
time knights. / wish you'd do some
thing brave to show your love for
me-"
"Gracious," cried her fiance, haven't
1 agreed TO marry you, and me only
getting $40 Il week Y'-EXchange.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
Genial Jane.

Jane-After looking at me for min
ute or two Harry said, "Do you know
Jane, that veil improves you great
ly?" Carrie--NOt very complimentary.
Jane-No, but what pleased me was
the fine tact he employed in impartins
an unpleasant thought-Boston Tran.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
'Refreshment. In Church.

Family pews were introduced at the
beginning of the Seventeenth century.
Some of these had table and fire
place. also curtains and window blinds
so as to secure the utmost privacy. This
led to abuses. In some Of the closed
pews card playing was not uncommon.
and the tedium of long service was
sometimes relieved by light refresh
ment.-Reliquary.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
COrrObOrated.

Jones-It is just impossible for me to
keep lead pencil People are always
borrowing, you know, and they always
forget to return. Brown-Why, | never
have any trouble. See. I've got whole
vest pocketful Of pencils. Jones
Doesn't that prove just what ! saidf-
Boston Transcript.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
Shopping In the philippines.

A traveller in the Philippines writes
"There is no place where shopping is
easier than in Manila, for 1t Is almost
absolutely impossible to buy anything
you require. You can nevertheless pur.
chase, If you are SO inclined, every.
thing you do not want--and soiled ut
that-at four times or so its normal
value"
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
Wise Counsel.

Don't be too anxious to get hus-
band" said the wise matron. "Don't go
around hunting for one"
Think ! should just sit down and
wait for one, eh" replied the maiden.
"Yes, for you'll sit up and wait for
one often enough after you've got
him. m."--Philadelphia Ledger.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24

"Why do the roses fade slowly
9wayT she inquired poetically.
"Well," replied the baldheaded young
man, "when you think it over it's all
for the best. It's more comfortable to
have them fade slowly away than to
60 off all of q sudden, like a torpedo"
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
Reformed.

Fatience-Peggy used to sing all over
the house before she married that Nan.
Patrice-So she did, dear, but you
know he married her to reform her.
Yonkers Statesman.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
Not His Own Bosn.

IT'S ridiculous for young man to
get married as soon as he comes of
age" said the elderly bachelor.
"Think SO, do your" said Henpeck
ianguidly.
"Of course. Why. he's scarcely old
enough to be his own boss"
well. he isn't II he gets married.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
NSf6inr Dciinfie.

Her Mother-Mr. Sloman has been
soming to see you for quite a long
while, Maude. What are his inten-
tions? Do you know? She-Well, !
think he intends to keep on coming
Philadelphia Press
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
Even,

Tramp-Honestly, sir. l don't know
where my next meal is comm from.
Citizen (grufily)-Nelthcr do l! II 3
certainly not coming from me!
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
wv l.. JOHNSTON.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE.
Office four doors from Ross House, West
Rcynoldsville, Pa.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24

At 1000 O'Clock, IL. M. the following tracts OF
seated lands purchased by the County Com
missionerS at The rtcH~urcr's sales of l9T2;
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1904-08-24
COMMISSIONERS SALE
-OF-
SEATED LANDS.
Friday, September 73rd. 1904,

In pursuance of an Act of Assembly the
Commissioners will offer for sale, ut their Of
Al L.. Il.-.... ~ L.. IN
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
TRANSPORTING LUNATICs.

A decision involving the right of q railway company to haul certain pas sengers was made by the supreme court of Georgia the past week, when it was held that the Macon and Bir minghanl railroad was right in refus- ing to carry 8 crazy passenger from Macon to La Grange, even though he was in charge of officers of the law
 A man had been adiudged a lunatic by the ordinary of Troup county, and officers were endeavor1ng to carry him to the asylum at Milledgeville. When the officers attempted to put him aboard the train he raised dis turbance. General Manager Lane of the Macon and Birmingham was pres ent and ordered the conductor not to take the man on board. + Suit was instituted against the railroad in the superior court, and the jury found in favor of the railroad. The case was appealed to the supreme court, and the railroad won again.
 The court decided as follows: G) The right of other travellers to safe and comfortable passage warrants a carrier in refusing to receive one who has been adjudged 8 lunatic and who, though in charge of attendants, is Loudly curSlng and uSang ODSceHe language at the time of boarding the car. @ Common carriers cannot alb. solutely refuse to transport persons who are insane, but may in all cases insist that they be properly attended, safely guarded and securely restrain ed. (3) Where it becomes necessary to transport lunatic who by reason Of his violence may endanger the safety or interfere with the comfort of other travellers, the carrier is en. titled to seasonable notice in. order that sit may make proper arrange ments for his transporta tion.-Rail' way World. '/ ~ 4.e.,.- .- '
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30

Several suggestions have been made recently for the Improvement of the re- latfons of capital and labor in this country, says a writer in New York paper. The first of these is the estab- lishment of national tribunal of ar bitration for the settlement of disputes between the two interests. A bill for the establishment Of such a tribunal has been insaodueed into the house of representatives, and is said to have the support of some leaders of the labor unions This, no doubt, has been suggested by the good result from the action of President Roosevelt in ap- pointing commission for the settle ment of the great strike in the anthra- cite coal region of Pennsylvania. John Mitchell, in the recent convention of the United Mine Workers meeting in Indianapolis, said: .'It is 8 pleasure to report that since the close of the anthracite strike the relations of op- orators and miners have grown steadi- ly more cordial. With very. few ex- captions, the award of the commission has been rigidly observed, and an era of comparative peace and contentment has reigned in that territory" He was able to show that the method of settling disputes as to wages had been successfully introduced into six other mining states g,s. .er-a. a.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
HEARD IN PASSING


 John Rodemeyer who has been an editorial writer on the Palladium and other New Haven papers, has accept ed a position with the New York Staats Zeitung. Hook, Johann! So gehst by Neu Yorrick, alretty yet! We'll, gluck und gesundheit!-Meriden Journal.
 MT Wells, of Woodbury and the Farmers alliance and the Connecticut state grange in persona non gratis with the Hartford Times and the Hartford Sunday correspondent of the Springfield Republican. And that will be about all for MT Wells.-New Lon don Day. :-.
 It was the misfortune of the late 1nancfer to do his financieding in Eng land, where they have stricter notions than we concerning what should be done to organizers of stability" who issue false prospectuses and juggled statements of the financial statute of companies.-New York Journal.
 Edwin Markham prophecies that we shall live to see the day. when the air ship will be the customary vehicle for business and pleasure. Poets have license. not alone in rhymes and gram mar, but in prophecy. If their pre- dictons turn out mistaken, why, that is only one of the incidents of their trade.~-New Bedford Standard.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30

The condition of the country. as a whole, is both satisfactory and sound, says Banker Clews. Our farming classes are exceptionally prosperous, because demand generally has over, taken supply. High prices are being obtained for nearly all agricultural products, and the situation is such that the American farmer seems assured of another prosperous year. As for our industrial classes, they are certainly better off than ever in their history. The only difficulty here is that wages have risen to an almost prohibttive point, and enterprise is consequently checked until necessary concessions are made; concessions which would mean no hardship to labor, but simply diminish the number of unemployed. Among the mercantile classes the situ- ation is exceptionally sound. In this quarter there has been little oyer- trading, and our merchants, as a class, have been singularly conservative and fortunate in avoiding too rapid expan- sion. Of course, they have been high ly favored by the wonderful growth of the country in population and re sources. nevertheless the comparative absence of the speculative spirit among our trading classes has been a Whole some and encourag ging feature.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30. 1904.

The friends of the Waterbury hos pital are. making a special appeal to the people of Waterbury on behalf of the institution. It is the intention of the managers to enlarge the instt- tuition, and to do this. of course, s large amount of money is needed. Some of our well known citizens have offered good sized donation, if all the people will do their share. Here is an opportunity which should not be let pass. The object is surely a worthy one, and little from every one will swell the total to the amount re- quired
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
DRESS REVEALS THE MIND.

Better Index to Character Thnn the
 Face, Says Chicago Woman. eff you want to read 9 girls charac- ter, do not look to see it expressed in her face, but in the taste displayed in her room and dress. A girls room and dress not her face, reveal her -charac- ter''
 This is what Mrs. John B. Sherwood, for years chairman of the art commit tee of the Illinois State Federation of Women's, Clubs, told the amembers of the Matheon club in Chicago the other day. Mrs. Sherwood believes that as girls face is not of her own making it is not safe index to character, says the Chicago Tribune.
 "But look into girls room or ob- istics are known to you at 8 glance. There is no concealing them"
 Mrs. Sherwood then proceeded to ad- wise her hearers regarding the proper decorations of the home.
 ''The most artistic room is not the room that costs a great deal, but the room in which there are simplicity and harmony, no matter how cheap1y ob- tained. Simplicity and harmony are the first principles of beauty, and in many cases there is less art in the rooms where a great deal of money has been spent than in the more economically furnished'' ..-.... ... ....
 Mrs Sherwood urged that many homes would be more artistic than they are if it were not for the gifts received, which perforce must be accepted and for awhile displayed in the parlor. The proper way to proceed when such un- welcome gifts are received was out lined by the speaker as follows:
 Gradually move tnem from the par Tor to the back room, from the back room to the bedroom, from the bed room to the spare room and from the spare room to the attic. By the time they reach the attic the donor will have forgotten all about it." ,..-.., ..-.,.
 Mrs Sherwood urged that colors are symbolic and outlined a few rules to be followed Red" she said, Sis sym bolic of welcome, hospitality and love and should be used on the walls of the reception hall. Blue is symbolic of truth and purity, and it is an excellent color for q girls room. In fact, most girls choose it of their own accord. Every girl should be allowed to select the color and furnish her own room.''
 Mrs. Sherwood urged that the recep- ton room should properly be done in colonial style. with columns, and should be by all means of formal decoration.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30

Speaking of William T. Bryan and his trip abroad. writer in Golfers says that he came home from that visit with humor, reason and elasticity in his tone. The results of hospitality, appreciation and good company were never more apparent. The English educated classes have way of mak- ing visitor who interests them ex- passenger of his on the Celtic is quoted as admirins the philosophers ability to make speeches in the full experience of being seasick: 4.'I never, voted fo
 MT Rryan," he said. but would put down a small bet that he could stam- pede convention in an aquarium if he repeated that last seasick speech of his to the fishes of the deep sea- ln jokes about his ~propensities MT Bryan himself has joined. and the same urbanity has been shown in
 more serious expressions. What an Illumination is indicated by this man CuL O1 SpcHhilS Ul :liiFS IC- ception abroad They acted as though they didn't know I was a. democrat or didn't care. l was afraid that if I wasn't elected in 1896 the republicans would find difficulty in getting suitable men to send abroad, but I came back home relieved of that fear" How much pleasanter it was for Mir Choate to welcome Mir Bryan as an important and attractive American, instead Of clinging stupidly to the exaggerated distinctfons Of party prejudice. After all, we are human beings first, Ameri- cans after, and republicans CT demo- crats last of all. As MT Bryan said also, in this new liberality which has come upon him, T never want to see my party gain any advantage that is not based upon the permanent good of the country and the permanent welfare of the people,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
A POISON DIET TEST.

Michigan University v Students to Take
 Growing Dose of Deadly Drug.
 Upper classmen of the Alpha Sigma fraternity at the University of Michi gan at Ann Arbor recently decided to drink an unknown poison till its eff fects on the human system are known completely to science, says the Chicago Tribune. The Alpha Sigma is homeo- pathic fraternity affiliated with the New York fraternity now drinking the venom of the cobra. pr. A., E. Iber- shof, head of the Michigan fraternity, will keep the name of the poison secret till the test is complete. It will be a hitherto untried poison and not 8 snake venom.
 Beginning with minute draft taken once every two hours, the potion will be increased every week till the men can stand a quantity of poison which might be fatal at first. This will con- tinue for several months until the men begin to have 8 slight illness, with poison symptoms. Individual reports on symptoms are to be made every two hours and will be sent to New York for classification.
 A searching threefold examination of physical, mental and moral character is given each patient before his ex- pertinent begins. Not only the bodily ailments, but the mental eccentricities of each man. are recorded with con scientious thoroughness. A bad habit, bad temper or other idiosyncrasy is to be tested under the drugs effect as thoroughly as the heart action. Or dinaEy bad habits are to be continued during the poison period. Smoking is allowed, but all alcoholic drinking must stop. The treatment will begin in short time, and in three months a second threefold examination will complete the test of one drug. If no serious results are felt, the Michigan boys expect then to try snake poison. Of the sixteen members of the fraternity only half have the courage to try the poison, while freshmen are excluded.
 Accurate knowledge of every effect produced by the poison is the object of the test. According to the theory of homeopathy, snake poisons will become useful medicines when physicians can. prescribe them with a certain knowl- edge of what human functions will be affected thereby.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
IF YOU ARE LOOKING

for a perfect condensed milk pre- served without sugar, buy Borden s Peerless Brand Evaporated Cream
 It is not only a perfect food for in fants, but it's delicious flavor and rich ness makes it superior to raw cream for cereals, coffee, tea. chocolate and general household cooking. Prepared by Borden's Condensed Milk Go.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
Christmas Is Coming

sand everyone Is preparing for 1t. w Ahave prepared for it and wonder 4 you have. If you haven't prepare1 for it yet, do so now. Come up an look at our fine stock of Imports, and Domestic Woolens. Overcoats made from $1S.0O up. {
 Suits made from $15.O0 up.
 Pants made from $500 up.
 Our motto--a perfect fit and frs class workmanship.
 Cleaning, pressing, dyeing and rS pairing done at the lowest possibi prices.
 Send postal and we wil, send ,Il for your clothes and deliver then 'made just like new.'' @
 Ladies' work speciality.
 Ladies' Suits made to order anI strictly tailored. s v Ladies' Suits. Skirts. Jackets an. Capes made over to look like new a the lowest prices.
 Our work the best advertisement. s
 A perfect it and first class work manship at @ : 13O WEST MAIN STREET. W ' Branch office. POP Bank street love Prices printing off1ce).
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
White House Dinner For Judges.

WASHINGTON. Jan. 2a.-President and Mrs. Roosevelt entertained at din ner at the White House last night in honor of the supreme court. Covers were laid for large company of guests. All the justices of the supreme court were present except Justice White, who was detained at home by injuries re- sulting from fall while on his way home from court, and Justice Brown, who is suffering from eye trouble.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
For shoes That squeak.

For squeaky shoes it is recommended to pour a small, quantity of linseed or sweet oil upon flat surface, like a platter. and allow the soles of tLe shoes to stand in the oil overnight. zn that way they will not only lose the squeak, but will become saturated with the oil, making them proof against dampness. .%.e.s. eg1 sts
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
.HGvGm %c.

LAST WINTER. Said the plumber to the coal man. Say, want ton of coaI.'' Said the coal man to the plumber: Do you really? Why, how CrolI" Said the plumber to the coal man, Well, perhaps an eighth will do.'' Said the coal man to the plumber, Ttiera are scores ahead of youp'
 THIS WINTER. Said the coal raan to the plumber, Are you huay, then, todayT" Said the plumber to the coal man. Am I busy! I should say!'' said the coal man to the plumber: "All my water pipes is froze. Will you kindly come and clear them ?s And the plumber thumbad his nose!
 --someryille Iormraa.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
Dodge wa,I Ftxht Extraastton.

HOUSTON, Tex, Jan. M.-Charies F. Dodge, who has been arrested here upon the request of District Attorney Jerome of New York, charged with per jury, has engaged local counsel and announces that he will fight extradi- ton.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
Nonsense,

You don't mean to tell me that one of the largest Trunk and Umbrella stores in the country is in Waterbury? !? You must be, dreamingw
 ''What! They sell good TRUNKS and UMBRELLAS cheaper than any other concern. Who are they? Oh, the Waterbury Umbrella and Trunk Mfg Go. We'll. it won't cost you anything to see their line and prices" You say they have business mot to-what is it like?'' .,.s
 CHEAPER THAN ANY. BETTER THAN ALL; BUY OF FREEDMAN, IF YOU BUY AT, ALL"
 'eWell, that's strong enough; I'll try, them" At 153 Bank st, opp Waterbury Ma tonal bank. TRUNKS. BAGS and UMBRELLAS REPAIRED in best manner. Telephone 119-2. Work called for and delivered free,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY

Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tab lets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. B. w. Groves sig
 nature is on each box. 25c.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30

CALL AND SEE our display of Poultry. best in the city, to be sold at lowest cash prices. A full line of first class Turkeys, Chickens, Fowl. Geese and Ducks. We also have full line of Sea Food. Large Escallops 40c quart
 FULTON MEAT AND FISH MAR KET, 25s-G0-62 Cherry st; phone. 2134.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-30

Taking Their Daily Outing With good. safe horse 10 drive would save the ladies many doctors feea Fresh air Is natures tonic. and you ce, your rig from this stable. ID. PINMEV 29-S9
 Horses given the best Of care.
The river press., 1904-10-19
PULlTZER'S MISTAKE.
Hs Does Not nders ia nd the Attitude
OF Parker,


Joseph Pulitzer did not attend the
gathering Of Democratic editors which
met and rommuned recently with the
Democratic candidate for the presidency,
but he wrote a letter. OF which this was
the concluding paragraph:
It is because so strongly desire Judge
Iarkrrs election that J speak plainly on
this subject. earnestly beg Of you when
that he accept also the full responsibility Of
his position: that he will not permit the
campaign in New York-the pivotal State
tn be mismanaged by the small politicians
who beset him.
''Bcsct" "Heset," indeed! Little is
Alton Il. Parker "beSe,'' by the small
politicians to whom Pulitzer alludes,
those who have. for years been the vas
sails of David Bennett Hill or among
the operators for 'Tammany Alton H.
Parker has been one of them himself.
Foxy political manager for Hill. who
repaid him by an appointment. aud who.
i'll the present year. has repaid him fur
ther he is not likely to be "be>et" by his
own associates. Mr.. Pulitzer must be
wandering in his mind. 1t is upon those
from whom he wishes Mr.. Parker to dis
Sociate himself that Mr. Parker depends
for whatever vote he may get in New
Iork-Tammanyite and the Hill hench-
men. r-.