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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
EGYPTIAN woRKMEN.
Their Lot Is Anything but an Enviable
One

The position of the laborer in Egypt is
not an enyiabIe one, according to re-
port recently received at the depart
ment of state. There are about S,OOO,-
900 people in Egypt The greater part
are devoted to agriculture, only a few
being engaged in commerce and industry.
The labor supply is large and wages are
low. In upper Egypt wages are from 8
to Ii cents per diem; in lower Egypt,
ID to Is cents. Board is never fur
nished. In addition to wages by the day
or the month (the latter for overseers],
payments may be made according to the
work-for example, to plow IA acres, "a
cents; to irrigate it, 20 cents. The
fellaheen prefer to receive their wages in
natural products, particularly shares of
the crops-as, for sowing and reaping, 5
per cent. of the grain; for threshing, /
per cent. of the grain and / per cent. of
the straw. In growing cotton on bad
ground they receive one-third to one-half
the crop; on good ground, about one-ffth
of the crop and the refuse parts of the
cotton plant, to be used as frewood. In
the case of corn the laborer gets one-half
the crop; in rice, which requires irriga-
ton, three-ffths. The fellaheen do not
like to work where it is necessary to use
the sakieh or shadoof mechanism to
draw water by animals or by hand re-
SDectiyely).
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
One on Her.

For years there had been a feeling Of
good fellowship between them, and the
fact that they were distantly related led
him to consider himself privileged where
she was concerned. Still, on opening his
box Christmas morning she was some
what surprised to see two shining silver
buckles smiling at her. There was no
mistaking what manner of gift it was,
for the buckles were interlaced with
handsome black satin ribbon, and the
pair laid side by side. That was not the
sort Of gift she liked from a man, and,
besides, she did not wear that kind, so
she laid them aside, thinking: "Ill give
them to someone else sometime" and she
wrote her note of thanks, saying that
modesty prevented her from calling them
by their proper name, but they were very
handsome and she most grateful. The
return mail brought this brief note from
him.
'Your modesty was quite unnecessary.
Had you taken the trouble to take my
gift from the box you would have found
holder. "-Lippincott's
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
Wilhelmina a Farmer Queen.

The Queen of Holland is an enthu-
siastic farmer. A dairy has been estab-
lished in connection with the royal cas-
tie at Loo, and it is run on quite bust
nesslike lines by its owner, large quaint
ties of butter and milk being sold reg
ularly from the dairy, which is now self
supporting and profitable. Another
raphy, and, like Queen Alexandra and
other distinguished amateurs, she is quite
an expert with the camera. A pretty
story is told of the Queens fondness for
the accomplishment. Noticing a peasant
woman on one Of her drives in pic
turesque costume. holding a baby in her
arms, she asked permission to take a
picture, to the great delight of the wom-
an, who received a present after the
snapshot had been taken, while the baby
got a kiss from the Queen.-West
Gazette
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
FOOD FACTS.
What an M. d. Learned.

What an M. d. Learned.
A prominent physician of Rome,
Georgia, went through a food expert
ence which he makes public:
ct was my own experience that first
led me to advocate Grape-Nuts food,
and I also know from having pre-
scribed it to convalescents and other
weak patients that the food is wonder
full rebuilder and restorer Of nerve and
brain tissue as well as muscle. 1t i'm
proves the digestion, and sick patients
always gain just as | did In strength
and weight very rapidly.
''I was in such a low state that l
had to give up my work entirely and
go to the mountains of this State, but
two months there did not improve me;
in fact | was not quite as we'll as
when [ left home. My food absolutely
refused to sustain me, and 1t became
plain that l must change; then began
to use Grape-Nuts food and in two
weeks | could walk a mile without
the least fatigue, and in i've weeks
returned to my home and practice, tax
ing up hard work again. Since that
time | have felt as we'll and strong as
I ever did in my life.
LAS a physician who seeks to help
all sufferers l consider it duty TO
make these facts public" Name given
by Postum Co., Battle Creek, Mich.
Trial 10 days on Grape-Nuts when
the regular food does not seem to sus-
tain the body will work miracles.
There's a reason"
Look in each pkg. for the famous
little book. 1.-THE Road to Wellyille.'
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
Change in Style of Neglige Shirts.

''There is an exact reversal Of style
in neglige shirts this year, so far as pat
terms and color effects are concerned"
said a Chestnut street haberdasher who
caters to the most fashionable clientele
Last year the white shirt with a woven
design, absolutely devoid Of color, was
very popular, and when color was de-
sired it did not predominant, being mere
" suggestion Of pin stripe, or a
family outlined design of pale blue or
pink against a snowy background. But
this year it is just the other way. The
most approved patterns are heavily
shaded, the white being almost lost
against the darker backgrounds. The
effect is not nearly so dainty as the styles
of last year, but the new patterns seem
to have caught on" philadelphia Rec
ord
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
How to Rule a Husband.

When the writer vas about to marry,
the wife of a well known judge gave her
this advice:
My dear, woman needs the wisdom
of Solomon, the patience Of Job and the
meekness of a dove to get along with
the best man that ever lived. | have
my third husband all good men, but all
cranky at times. When they are cranky,
keep still when they fret. hold your
tongue. and always remember that it
takes two to make quarrel"
In writing TO the dear old lady after
some years of experience at the head
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
Witness Agreed with the LAWYER.

Several weeks ago." said Judge Mon
roe, Il saw witness take down a law
yer in great fashion. The witness was a
farmer, and he was in court complaining
that certain fellow had stolen some of
his dWcks.
DO you know that these are your
ducks?' asked the lawyer
oh, yes, | should know them any
where and then the farmer went into
detail in describing the ducks and telling
just why he would know them
But these ducks are no different
from any other ducks said the lawyer.
1 have good many in my yard at home
just like them
That's not unlikely said the farmer.
These are not the only ducks / have
had stolen in the last few weeks y
Louisville Herald.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

quarters of an army, where l was sur
rounded by some thirty thousand men,,
I took occasion to say
THE more | see of men the better L
like them; and as to quarreling, you are
quite right | should like to add that
your admirable advice might perhaps be
supplemented by adding: Exercise tact,
and spell it large Tact will win nine
times out Of ten whore open hostility
and ageressiveness fails.
The response was:
You are right; we are improving with
each ation."-National Magazine.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
The Happy Family.

c. T. Rice Of Springfield at a recent
gathering Of Methodists illustrated a
point in his remarks by relating the tale
Of the Snowman who was declaiming the
attractions in the tent.
Come in and see the wonderful happy
family; see the lion, the bear and the
lamb that have lived in peace together
for six years"
''Is that literally true?' asked a by
stander.
We'll" answered the shouter, ''the
lion and bear have lived together all
right, though we have had to renew the
Record.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
The Derelict Duck.

81 was at a dinner party not long
ago." Senator Depew was saying, Eat
which the host wrestled with consider
able difficulty with the duck. He carved
with much writing of lips, but ineffect-
ually; so much so that presently the
duck, under pressure of the knife, left
the dish and bounced into the lap of the
lady guest sitting opposite.
Consideration naturally followed, but
failed to discomfort mine host.
Madame said he politely, will you
kindly return me that duck New
York Times
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
A Sum in Addition.

Mrs. Flaherty stepped off the scales in
the back room Of the grocery store as
soon as she had stepped on.
she said, in a tone Of deep disgust .'They
only weigh up to wan hundred, an [
weigh wan hundred an noinety pounds"
Its easily discouraged ye are" said
her companion, Mrs Dempsey, cheerful
". Just step on to thin twict, me
dear, and let Jamesy, here, do tn sum
Fl ye."-Y outh's Companion.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
To the Readers of Daily NEWSPAPERS.

This year will be an eventful one in
the history Of our country. The presi-
dental and state campaigns will create
a specially interesting news feature. The
Evening Wisconsin is the one paper of
the state that can keep you posted on all
national and state news. Terms, $1OO
for three months by mail. Subscribe for
it by addressing the Evening Wisconsin
Company Milwaukee, Wis
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
The Up-to-Date Church.

First Minister-Mr. Prosy, how do you
manage to fill your church So? 1 am
quite envious of you.
Rev. Mr.. Prosy-Trading stamps-ten
in the morning, double number in the
evening. But, Brother Lastly, we have
a contract by which no other church in
town may obtain the stamps.-Judge.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
The Marble Stare.

We met beside the blue, blue sea,
But ether men were there;
And when / tried to tell my tale
/ get the stony stare.
We met again on the hotel steps,
But other maids were there;
While on the porch ! got a seat,
She got the stony stair.
Town Topics
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
HewAye OF Ointmsnts for Catarrh that
Contain Mercury,

as mercury will surely destroy the sense Of
smell and completely derange the whole system
when entering it through the mucous surfaces
Such articles should never be used except on
prescriptions from reputable physicians. as the
damage they will do Is tenfold to the good you
can possibly derive from them. Halls Catarrh
Cure, manufactured by F. j. Cheney & Co., Tole-
do, o., contains no mercury. and is taken inter
nally, acting directly upon the blood and mu-
cous surfaces of the system. In buying Halls
Catarrh Cure be sure you get the genuine. 1t Is
taken internally, and made in Toledo, Ohio, by
F. j. Cheney & Co. Testimonials free.
Sold by Druggists, price 75c. per bottle.
Halls Family Pills are the best
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
Ask Your Dealer for Aliens Foot Ease

A powder to shake into your shoes. 1t
rests the feet. Cures Corns, Bunions
Swollen, Sore, Hot, Callous, Aching,
Sweating feet and Ingrowing Nails.
Aliens Foot-Ease makes new or tight
shoes easy. Sold by all druggists and
shoe stores, 25c. Sample mailed FREE.
Address Allen S. Olmsted, LIE Roy, n. Y.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
The Latest.

Another childhood pleasure gone,
With science we must srapple;
A genius has arisen now
And made a seedless apple.
When Johnny eats his modern fruit
The case is sad for Benny;
No need to ask him for the core,
Because there isn't any.
Philadelphia Post.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

He hired a coy little fiat
The hall was two by four
You couldn't swing the tabled cat
Inside his parlor door
The kitchen was dry goods box,
The bedroom just a bin
That no freedom raccoon or fox
Would dream of sleeping in
But when the rental was disclosed,
It's size o'erwhelmed him quite
And where the Landlords lease reposed
1t hid all else from sight
-Lurana w. Sheldon in New York Sun.
Patience-So Peggy married that Mr.
Pipp? / feel sorry for her.
Patrice-Why?
'..Oh, he was a nervous sort of fellow.
He used to be up in the air nearly the
whole time"
''Well, that's all changed now. He's
got an airship, you know. "-Yonkers
Statesman.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
Chicken Time, Too.

eve got ter git rid er dat preacher er
ours" said Brother Williams.
whats he been doin' now?" asked an
old deacon.
"W'y, he done gone en- predicted de
end er de worP des ez June watermil-
lions wuz in sight!'-Atlanta Constitu-
ton.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
Peridot, Fashionable Precious Stone.

The fashionable precious stone is the
peridot, its beautiful sage green coloring
being greatly favored by no less a per-
sonage than King Edward. 1t is said to
go beautifully with diamonds or pearls
Boston Herald.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
Good Homes Wanted.

For rice, healthy babies and good boys
from 4 to years Of age. Apply to Su-
perintendent State School, Sparta, Wis
cOnSin.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

The following sign is displayed in a
book shop in Chambers street, New
York: Dickens works here all this
week for $3.50"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

"A Greek processes to have discovered
that the British national anthem is mere
ly a plagiarism from the Byzantine.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

MRS. WINSLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP for
Children teethng; softens the gums, reduces in
Illumination, allays pain, cures wind collie %
cents a bottle.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

The island of Malta has 1860 people
to the square mile.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

Toni told her | would lay the world
at her feet.
Dick-What did she say?
Tom-She said If / was that strong |
ought to be getting $50 week il vaude-
ville.-St. Paul Pioneer Press.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
FACTS AND FANCIES.

Bills Bunko Bill up-to-date?
Jill should say so. Why, he came
near selling the farmer radium brick
Yonkers Statesman.
is Gideon still your walking dele
gate:'
"Oh, no; he's our automobile delegate
w.'-IndianapoliS Journal.
Harduppe-Can you lend me five dol
lars to make up a certain sum?
Cynical Friend-What's the certain
sum? Five dollars Flown Topics.
Since Edith got her yellow shoes,
We notice that her skirt
Has lost its good old-fashioned trick
OF sweeping up the dirt.
Cleveland Leader.
Z see Follansby is on his legs again"
No, he isn't He hasn't a halfpenny
Had to sell his horse and carriage"
That's what | mean. Now he walks >"
London TitBits.
Binks-Don't you think Harduppe has
quite breezy way with him?
WHISTLES. especially when ne blows
into your office trying to raise the wind
on draft.-Town Topics.
When did shingles first come into use,
pop?''
We'll. my son, [ began to use them
first when you We're about sixteen months
old."-Yonkers Statesman.
Anti-Life.
Jack Sprat took Anti-Fat.
His wife took Anti-Lean,
And today the both of them
Are sleeping in the green.
.-Lippincott'S.
Wife-Percy, if a man were to sit Oh
your hat what would you say?
Husband-I should call him a CON
founded silly ass.
Wife-Then don't sit on it any longer,
there's a dear-Tit-B
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22
The Pigeon.

The eagle is noble bird,
And wings its flight on high
The pigeon is of lowlier mould,
But makes q better pie.
Browning Magazine
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

There is a strong movement to re-
store the practice of corporal punishment
in public schools of New York city.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

The British possessions in West
Africa cover 100000 square miles, con-
tanning 100000 negroes, and easily
capable of producing yearly cotton
crop of 100000 bales.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

I see Follansby is on his legs again.
No. lie isn't. He hasn't hafpenny.
Had to sell his horse and carriage"
That's what l mean. Now he walks. -
London Tit-Bits.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1904-06-22

Since Edith got her yellow. shoes,
We notice that her skirt
Has lost its good old-fashioned trick
OF sweeping UP the dirt.
Cleveland Leader.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-11-10
The New Electric Road.

Ala meeting o. the board OF direc-
tors of the proposed railr ad at South
Bend it was decided to start our en-
gineer and surveyors out Immediately
after the election, beginning at the
Logansport end of the line 1t prob
ably will take them a week or ten
days to get in the vicinity of Ply
mouth when our representatives will
be glad to meet those interested by a
general meeting to talk matters over
as to the desirability of having the
line via Plymouth, etc.
E. P. TAYLOR, Secy.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-11-10

Mrs. Earl Wilkinson and little son
of South Bend are visiting her par
ents Mr.. and Mrs. J. w. Maxey.
Charles Wilhelm of South Bend and
Peter Bergman who is firing on the
Wabash spent Sunday in Plymouth.
Rev ]. N. Martin the U. B. pastor
at Donaldson, preached there Sunday
aud went to his home at Peru Monday
President Roosevelt has issued MS
thanksgiving proclamation. That
job is of his hands, no matter what
happens.
Miss Rleth Eisenhour OF the govern
ment printing Office Washington, ID.
e. is visiting Mrs. w. II. Lawrence In
this city.
The Marshall County Teachers As
ISOLATION will be held at Plymouth on
Friday and Saturday after Thanks
giving.
Frank Leonard who Is att nd ng
school at Purdue visited his par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. c. r. Leonard for
few days.
Rollo Leonard came home Sunday
morning and remained until after cleo
ton. He is looking well and weighs
more than he ever did before.
Miss Louise Carabin went to South
Bend Monday to enter commercial COL
lege, Her father accompanied her,
but he returned home this afternoon.
Jim Gillespie is to be tried again
for numbering his twin sister, and
there is growing hope that full JUS
tice will be done down about Rising
Sun.
The new IS, 900 addition to the Ks-
wanna school building was opened for
use last week and formally dedicated
Monday afternoon with appropriate
exercises.
Herbert Hess came up from Indian
apolis Monday. He says the re-
publican demonstration there Satur-
day night was one OF the largest ever
seen in that city.
Charles Craiye, of Nappanee, who is
student at the Culver Military
Academy, spent Sunday with his
grandparents, Mr.. and Mrs. George
w. Craige and went home to vote for
Roosevelt.
The announcement of , Roosevelt S
election came early. Ii cannot be
said that it brought the real enthusi
asm Of the announcement. MCKINLEY
wins: made four and eight years ago.
Every one expected it,.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-11-10
A Splendid Specimen of Manhood.

Those who expected to see pale,
sickly and unenergetic man in Hon.
c. w. Fairbanks, were delightfully."-
surprised and disappointed. Mr..
Fairbanks is vigorous, athletic and
forceful man, as virile in BODY as in
mind, masterful and strong. His en-
durance of the tremendous strain of
the campaign is the best proof that the
burdens of official duty will not press
him to earth as long as that splendid
vitality is preserved. Mr.. Fairbanks
is splendid speciman of manhood In
this particular, the peer of his running
mate, President Roosevelt, and the
two men present in rare degree the
value of vigorous manhood.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-11-10
! & LOCAL NEWS 8

Dry goods, shoes, boots and rubbers
10 per cent of at George Eckerts,
Linkville, Ind. sb3
Miss Lizzie Holloway Of Wabash, is
visiting her sister. Miss Emma Hol-
loway at BrIghtsde.
Most of the boys who work In out
side cities and reside here came home
to vote, and some voted who do not
reside here.
Albertus Simons Is here from Boul-
der, Col, for visit Of a few days. He
says his father and mother are well
and doing well.
Notwithstanding a heavy fall of
snow in Connecticut Monday, the tenn
perature of the finish was not mater
tally diminished.
p. A. Molter OF Pontiac, Mich.
Archie Wilcox of Chicago and Walter
Hilton of Laporte. we're among those
who came home to vote.
The postofi at Babcsck Will be
disconl inuei after Nov. IA. The
ma for that place will be handled
th. ough the Chesterto office.
Mrs. ]. 81. Wiley of this city,
taught Miss Evelyn Harsch 8 school in
Bremen last week, Miss Harsch being
confined to her home by an liberated
tooth.
Dillman Heckaman of German
township, returned to the State UNIV
ersity at Bloomington Tuesday after
casting his first vote for republican
candidates.
The saloons attempted to run things
to suit themselves in Plymouth Mon
, day night. Free lunches and free
drinks were dispersed literally to de-
feat John w. Parks.
Don't be worried Half the pc pie
Of this republic are no5 bent on de :
troying the c0nsti ution. We are all
Americans and all proud of our Gun
try ana eager for its Welfare aao its
glory.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-11-10

There was heavy fall of snow
throughout the CatsKill mountain re-
gion Saturday night. the first general
snowfall of the season Sunday the
mountains and foothills were every
where snow covered.
The Plymouth tribune. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1901-1911, 1904-11-10

DR.. Burkett Will leave for bis an
nual hunting tour Ia Tennessee ia
about ten days.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-17
Edgcfield News.

Miss Julia lIaltiwangrr. the eldest
daughter uI Auditor j. u. llaluwan-
ger, has just returned from a seven
montus STAY in New York city,
where she perfected herself in n
musical course Miss lldItiwanger is
now Brilliant pianist
Mr. Lewis i. Jones, - native Edge
iield mIu, who has been rOmineut
III Atlanta railroaG circles Tor the
past few Yeats, hut who now has
his headquarters in Columbia, ar
rived here Saturday for few days
V sit To relatives.
Court convened here this morning
with Judge Ernest Gary presidinG.
I hr criminal business viii bc com :
para,ively hShi, but the civil coLrt
will hr Ions drawn out, a there =
much orh TO 10 DISPOSE OF
Mrs D,>io /. Denny aud uLSht'
If tuIumU,g, a'r here on II few weeks
WRIT - Mrs Nate ~. hratham.
Mss Fannie McNrcly, of North
Carolina. i, listing Dr. rrI Airs. +.
". l.. Butler State, March 10.
The Batesburg advocate. [volume] (Batesburg, S.C.) 1901-1911, 1904-03-17
LEESVILLE.
News Items Gathered by
Our Regular Corr
respondent,

There Will he Il Temperance m .lal
contest in the college caap.I on next
Friday evening. given under tn. au-
specs Of the y. W. G. r.. U. for the
benefit OF the y. II. q. a. Admission
fee, ten cents
Program of Young Mems Temper
ancc ccnte,t.
Song, America
Scripture Lessln-Firs' Psalm.
Prayer.
Song-"For Cod and Home and Ma
tive Land
Oration-"Lehigh Valley Train" by
MIR. Thomas Crouch.
CnorGs-Sign the Pledge.
Oration-A vigoro Is Plea for Prol.i-
bition-r! MIR. +. f. Derrick.
Oratiou-"The Con verted Rum Sell
ler," by Mr.. Harvey Danner.
y vivid llluS,catIon, 10y Mr.. Mat
thew Meetzc.
Chorus-By young ladies.
OratIoa THE Stl,on * .rper's
Story" by MIR W. B. Stanley.
Grafton "A Boys Plea" by Mr..
Early Ste ldman.
Duet and Chorus
Presentation of W. c. 4. l.. medal.
Song-''whie the Days are Going
by"
Miss Mamie Gi.,den. of Chester
has gone home Oh account of her