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St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
NO MORE LIGHTNING RODS
They Are Out Of Popular Favor, Al
though Still Credited with
Some Slight Value. E

Lightning rods have fallen into deer
disfavor almost everywhere nowaday 8
but they are valued least by the hasty
people who once valued them most, and
those who really know the most about
them still credit them with a measure.
able, though small. amount of protective
power-if properly constructed and
maintained, as they hardly ever are
For those who consider even q Sigh,
diminution Of tho danger of lightning
worth securing at some expense In
money and good deal of care. the
weather bureau offers information and
advice prepared for it by Prof. w. s.
Franklin, Of Lehigh university.
The first deslderatum is what the cleo
tricians call good ground"-that is.
close and permanent connection with a
large mass of high electrical conducti-
ity, like damp soil or an extensive sys-
tenn OF metallic pipes. The lightning rod
itself should be wide band, a thin
walled tube 5or wire cable, rather than
a solid wire. for SO is the conductisity
Of given amount of metal largely In
creased. And of extreme Importance Is
1t that the course of the rod to the ground
should be as short and straight as pos
sible. II the pathway provided for tie
bolt be devious the impatient mes
senger from-or to-the clouds will not
follow 1t. no matter how much is spent
for glass or other insulators. while if the
path be straight the insulators are need
less for any charge the rod can carry.
What happens when good lightning
rod is put to test is thus described by a
man who went through the experience
at mountain hotel in this state: Il
was standing on the piazza when the
most tremendous shock or conclusion
took place. I had sudden
dazzle in the eyes, bitter taste in the
mouth, violent singing in the ears. a
pungent sulphurous odor in the nose and
q severe headache. Then.I learned that
the house had been struck bv lightning:
that is to cay. that the conductors had
functioned effectively and had safely
conducted the electricity into the lake.
Instead Of the discharge falling upon the
hotel and wrecking tn. Y. Times.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19

atives In large number from New York.
Chicago, and various parts OF the
country attended the formal opening OF
this building, and a banquet in the
evening at the Post Tavern as guests
Of C. w. Post, Oct. 8. 1904.
The publishers inspected the IA or Ii
factory buildings of this father Of the
prepared food industry with especiai
interest. for it has grown to Its pres
ent colossal proportions in a trifle less
than 9 years, a mar ed example Of the
power of good and continuous adver-
Using Of articles of pronounced merit.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
WEDDINGS TOO EXPENSIVE.
Costly Accessories Often Unnecessary
and Nay Be Curtailed with
Perfect Propriety.

Recently q woman who has dwelt
many years in the fashionable world
remarked that as the years go on and
the expenses-whfch inciu0e mo0ern
Observation-Disclosures. in the same ratio.
the requirements OF an up-to-oate lash
ionable life multiply: and these nova
days are totally aluerent from those OF
even Is years ago.
Formerly brides tr0usseau was all
that she had to think about Now, how
ever. she finds that there are other &C.
cessories which considerably augment
her expenses.
One very costly item is the expensive
souvenir Of the occasion in the shape of
some article of jewelry which she IS ex-
pected to give to each one of her brides
maids. and often also (although this is
not obligatory, some costly item of the
bridesmaids dresses, such as hat, muff
or some other accessory.
Besides these she, too. must In these
latter days give farewell dinner to her
attendants and especial friends. which
Is generally "hen" function, although
some prefer to enliven the entertain
ment by the introduction of the mascu-
line element.
All OF which, taken together, forms
no inconsiderable portion Of the general
outlay, the aggregate sum of which
amounts In some cases to small for
tune.
There is only one decent way to get
out of all this" said bride-elect recent
ly, "and that is to have no bridesmaids
At all. Ifyou have them you are expected
TO do all these things. and my people
find that my trousseau and wedding
breakfast are quite sufficient to please
the family, without all the rest of it, SO
I am going to cut all that out.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19

man ability to Thousands OF customers -
one time through the columns OF the
newspaper, O strong contrast to the Old
fashioned way of talking TO one cssr
toner at time.
He spoke of the esteem OF the adver-
tiser for publisher that takes especfa1
interest in making the advertising an
nouncement attractive Advertisement
should contain truthful Information Of
interest and value to readers. The
Postum methods have made Battle
Creek famous all over the world and
about doubled the population.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
A Safe Third-Rail System,

An electric tara raj - s.eA mat II
claimed to be safe and trustworthy has
been invented by q Chicago man. b,
means of his device. in which the thiro
rail Is inverted and practically bidder:
from view, the inventor declares it i'm
possible for persons or animals to come
in contact with the charged rail.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
No Such Thin1.

Maria" said Boggles to his wife
with an idea Of instructlng her In po-
litical economy, do you know what
civil service ISL"
Jasper said Mrs. Boggles. with
memory Of recent contact with the
'ook:: there isn't any" Chicago Jour-
nal.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19

THEcharming gowns here illustrated
were designed for the American
Dressmaker by Nine. Baker. the ia
nous fashion expert. Figure Is gown
tor q matron of honor. The toilette - of
ciel blue crepe de chine In Marie A itoi-
nette style with shirred bodice and trim
mings Of point gaze lace and satin ritz
bon. Figure Is wedding gown of
ivory chiffon cloth with shirred skirt,
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
LOADS LIFTED BY MAGNETS
They Sustain Weight Of Many Tons
and Have supplanted Hooks
and Other Devices.

With the constant increase In the use
If the electric current for driving ma
s:hinery has come the introduction of
electromagnetic In the place OF hooks and
other devices. Tor fastening loads that
Mro to be lifted and carried by cranes.
6noha magnets are now employed In
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
A SERGE SUIT FOR FALL.

called cores, each stitched down with
the effect of wee tuck at seam. and
each has an additional plat as it flares
below k2ee. graduating in length TO-
wards back and giving fullness at hem
without adding too much to the weight
The coat is tucked front and back in
Imitation Of the skirt, and is double
breasted, with slight front blouse over
the plain. heavily-stitched belt. The
shoulder is long. the sleeve gathered
at top with rather more fullness than
appears below elbow, where 1t Is drawn
into the high cuff The cuffs and col
lar, besides the braiding, are edged
with pipings In green, blue and black.
divided by threads of gold. The hat
ia of blue, satin finish, felt trimmed
with coQue plume, velvet band and
gilt buckle A blue chiffon scarf -
twisted around the crown. and may be
tied under chin at will. The hats for
early autumn wear, Of chenille braid.
are found In q great variety Of shapes
and colors. 1t is really a great econ
omy to get pretty and becoming
toQue or turban Of this kind, and add
some simple trimming, such as a
coQue pompon or some silk and velvet
roses which. II placed at Just the right
angle. will give most attractive I'm
ish, and the hat win be new and smart
for the few weeks that must elapse be.
fore the winter styles are fully de.
cided upon.-Vogue.
Steam Made His Fortune
Steam is a great thing" remarked
q French traveller in railway carriage
to his vis-a-vis.
$50 it u.s." was the reply: II owe my
fortune to it."
Monsieur is manager Of a company
mo"
"An engineer. perhaps?"
mo; I have lost number Of rich rela- |
tives by railway accidents. "-Tit-Bits.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
A Friendly Suggestion.

my honor" said the man with the
pink nose. lis my capital"
Say. yelled little man vino WA
ready to run. I'D advise sou to be care
ful to lock 1t up every nisht"-Chicaeo
Record Herald.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
NJ. strsne.

1east-Ever hear any strange k.oo,.
ings in your house1
rlmsonbeak-Cant say tAat ~ a
NY wife's knocking al the tims :. ~ ~
then. there's nothing strange 49,. =
-Yonkers Statesman. =
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
He Was Not . veeetarian.

Valetudinrian-~I en- thinking OF
changing my dietary, doctor, and should
ike to know what is the best substitute
for roast beef and Yorkshire pudding?
Doctor-Best substitute? Why. boiled
beef and dump]ings.-.-Ally sloper.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19

fchu and pulled elbow sleeves of same
Trimming: Flounces, gallons. bolero
frills and yoke Of point Alencon lace
Figure 3 is a bridesmaids toilette o
pale rose satin de chine with tucks
ruchings. founces and puffs. Sur
plice waist tucked over shoulders aue
trimming Of embroidery in rose viii
silver.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
A Frank Trihnfa

She 10 beautiful" said the at-<,,on,
gar. H.. Out she Is not accomplished
Wy dear. answered Miss Cayenne
mere Is no accomplishment mere d;e.
ncuit than being beantiful.---Wash.
tngton Star.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19

many rolling mills. foundries and ma
chine shops for lifting heavy iron and
steal plates. beams. billets. and SO forth.
The apparatus II capable of wide applica-
Zion wherever an electric power current
q available for energizing the magnet
&c 10 said that considerable timeis saved
- c0mparis0n with the old methods. as
apsx two or three seconds are required
1oyfmpart the requisite lifting power.
e4ch magnets can be made to sustain q
weight Of many tons.-Youth's Com
lnanion.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
Consolation,

One good thing about being old, and
almost through with It: One doesn't
have to make love to girl wearing one
Of those new style hata-Atlanta Con.
stitution,
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
w,.-. Rullets Must Stop.

waiting on grand jury .hr ene , Pas
Dr.. +. g. Marrero' to four aon'' 'n'ee 'n'D''
fass;onsl visits to pr'sonf
narish jail, % w. bwth Of Oysters.
r. T.. Badon, uePu.y t interesting food dis
.,vavinp Charley he growth and fatten-
cI.da,i ID Covington, %. y be promoted by sup
~. = n Marrero, cOrOl nercial fertilizers the
- Adv If Celia Coon which the bivalves
yleWlne h;ra 9 90, icovery Is due. to DR.. H.
5 90, Oussy Webster, United States bureau Of
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
Brains Not Needed.

Mr.. P.-The doctor told Jack that BIZ
had been studying too hard lately.
Mrs. P.-And what did he recon
mend?
ooh. he advised him to go into 80
ciety little more and give his brain
a t."-Tit-Bits.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
Har Last Resort.

Manager-What do sou want to be .
star for?
Actress-Well, I've failed at every.
thing else.-Br00klyn Life.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
Nv SNAKES IN NEW YORK
0opperhead and Rather Are tho Only
!. Poisonous Species About the
W. Great Metropolis.

: I: Over the country extending for many
,i,,ndreds of miles both north and south
az New York. the same embracing the
Adirondacks, the Catskill and Blue
Ridge mountains. there are but two spe-
cies of poisonous snakes-the rattle
make and the copperhead, declares the
New York Work.. The former may be
1t once distinguished BY the rattle, while
fhe latter is 4 reptile Of beautiful hues.
showing rich. rsddish-brown bands on
4 hazel body-colOr. The bands are very
narrow on the back and very wide on
,fhe. sides, presenting the outlines OF
- numerous dumbbeil-shaped markings.
naapite the presence OF these poisonous
a6Akes In the eastern states accidents
arasof great rarity. The rattlesnake Is
an honest brute and usually gives ample
warning OF its presence. The copper
saad IL a secretive species and generally
prefers flight to combat.
where Bullets Must Stop.
series Of interesting firing trials
-ss5 RECENTLY undertaken by the Swed-
~, government. The purpose of these
s.rariments was to examine the effect
- sshooting against pasteboard. The
t-,.Ia we're conducted on the wharves
:, tha swedish navy in Karlskrons. and
t1e target used was prepared one OF
.,TlI-board. against which fire from re-
igcIvers. rifles. carbines and macnlne
,,ns was directed. The pasteboard.
80 was three inches thick, resisted
+ sn nm, the bullets fred from the
S~.,l arms. but ives perforated by the
. s.1s from the machine guns. The
psr,ments may be said to have given
49, ,rtarestine RES lts. Bullets from
Era carbines used arp able to penetrate
..-s.e~-. ..>,...i,. a-~ cnes IN thickness
yrand jury days, enetrate the paste
Marrero, to four Nniy three inches
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
PuuishinR Hin

De Riter-Oh! but l wish knew
how to get back at that editor for re-
jecting my poems.
Crittick-Send him some more OF
your stuff to read.-Philadelph1
Press.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1904-11-19
A Difference

A Difference.
She-He has five manageable daugh-
ters. has he not?
He-Well, I know he has five hugable
daughters.-Yonkers Statesman.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
WAR NEWS LACKING.
Gar VIII Double His Fighting Force
in Manehuria.


Little reliable news comes from the
Eastern war this week. Marquis Oyama
Is evidently feeling his way toward the
Russians at Mukden, but apparently no
determined advance tas vet been made.
The Russians await an approach from the
Japanese up the south bank OF the Hun
river, 10 the northeast OF Mukden. lfthey
succeed in crossing this stream there they
will be In position 10 compel the evaeua-
tion Of the place, Both sides are heavily
reinforcing Il is now predicted that the
Russians will fight hard 70 retain Mukden,
both for the political effect and because II
will be an advantage to them to spen1 the
winter there rather than have the Japa-
uese.
Authentic news concerning operations
al Port Arthur Is scarce. Ii is known that
fierce BON bardments and assaults took
place there last week, but OF results next
to nothing The report that the Russians
lost several important forts, including the
one protecting their water supply Is not
confirmed, but generally credited. Inc
Jspanese feet closely bloCkades. The rem
nant of the Russian squadron is still in
the harbor.
The czar. in an imperial rescript- states
that on account Of the intense energy with
which the Japanese are conducting the
war. and the stu bbornness and high milf
tary qualities they display. be has deemed
il best 10 ado largely to his eastern forces
in order sooner TO attain decisive success.
lie viii therefore send to Manchurla
another army, the command OF which De
bas conferred upon Gen Grippenherg,
hero of the Crimean and Turkish wars.
Knropatkin will command the hrst army
and Grand Duke NichOlaevitch viii be
head 81 the whole organization OF oW,OoO
~ 1n0. ono men.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
MANY ACCIDENTS
ON RAILROADS.
LAST WEEK WAS A FATAL ONE
THROUGHOUT COUNTRY.

Sixty Eight Killed by Collision in
Tennesee--Close callfor Archbishop
--Westvireinia, Maine, New York,
Illinois and Missouri Contribute
Chapters.
The past week has been unprecedented.
probably, In the number and seriousness
OF the railroad accidents that have oc-
Cured in this country. The record is as
fOllows:-
Friday-At North Branch, W. Va, a
last train ran into a wagon loaded with 10
cases Of dynnmite. The engine and nine
cars were wrecked, two men were killed
and several injured.
Friday-A special conveying the arch
bishop Of Canterbury and j. PierpOnt
Morgan ran into an engine at East Brook
neld, Mass. No serious injuries.
saturday Two passenger trains on the
Southern railroad near New Market, Tenn,
colllded head-on as the result Of diso-
bedience or misunderstanding Of orders.
The trains rounded a curve and plunged
into each other. From the wreck 62
bodies have been taken and over $50 were
injured.
Sunday Near Lyons, y. Y. three
sleepers left the track because OF a split
rail, killing one and injuring six.
Monday At Lewiston, Me-, passenger
train ran into an open switch, killing
four and iniuriBg about 30.
Monday-A A washout on the Burlington
road near ElmwoOd, H., caused a wreck
in which one man was killed and three
probably fatally injured A heavy rain
took away the roadbed leaving the rails
suspended Ga the air.
Tuesday-A passenger train was ditched
near Piedmont, No, and about 25 persons
were killed.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
Parkerls Aeeeptanee Letter.

The formal letter OF acceptance by Judge
Parker OF the Democratic nomination for
president was made public Monday. As a
political document il is more interesting
tban his speech of acceptance, as he eX-
presses himself more definitely on the is
sues before him. He still decries imper-
ialism, demands tariff reform, declares
that the common law may be resorted to
to repress the trusts, would give Filipinos
a promise OF independence at some indefi-
mite time. condemns the Presidents 5
methods Of obtaining the Panama canal
strip but promises 10 build the canal on Il,
promises an investigation OF the govern
ment departments, to revoke the Presi-
dents pension order but TO promote a law
giving service pensions and promises more
economical administration OF the govern
ment.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
SOAKED THE STATE TWO CENTS.
Governor 5elrs Peeulations Deter
mined by an Inves situation.


The mooted question Of the sums drawn
during l90l-02 By Gov. -elect e. j. Bell for
f services and expenses as cattle commits
sioner has been taken up this week by
/ gentlemen representing both the Republi-
can and Democratic parties and thorough
examination made at Montpelier of the
accounts and vouchers. The result is a
+ complete vindication Of Gov. Bell.
During the campaign lately closed, c.
I ii. Davenport, who conducted the Demo-
cratic literary bureau and furnished the
advertising matter that appeared in many
state papers under the auspices OF the
Democratic state committee, charged that
from the state auditors reports it appeared
that Mr.. Bell had drawn more money from
the state treasury in payment for services
alone than he could possibly have done
legally, supposing he had put in full time
Sundays and holidays. This was promptly
denied, and the exclamation given by the
Republican state committee for the SEEM
ing fault was that an error had been made
IN compiling or printing the reports; that
the sums drawn by Mr.. Bell covered sex
penses, as well as "per diem,' though it
went into the reports under the head Of
"per diem only.
To settle this dispute, it was agreed that
persons representing all the interested
parties should examine the Bell vouchers
ana see what they showed. Gov. Bell
selected Hon. J. A. DeBoer Of Montpelier
and G. I. Walter OF St. Johnsbury w. W.
Husband represented the Republican state
committee, while the Democratic repre-
sentatives were e. II. Davenport of Brat
tleboro, c. II. Senter and F. 2. Carleton Of
Montpelier. State Auditor Graham and
Deputy Miles produced all the vouchers
and records in question.
The investigation lasted all day Monday,
all Monday night until Tuesday morning
aud clear up 10 II O'Clock Tuesday night.
1t soon appeared to the satisfaction OF all
that there was no discrepancy between Mr..
Bells charges and the vouchers, and that
the latter covered expenses as well as sery-
ices. Then the Democrats wanted 10 take
up the expense account to see IL il was not
"a tded. The Republicans agreed to this
and an exhaustive examination was made,
resulting, it Is said, in the finding OF an
overcharge Of two cents for a telegram
only.
The committee is agreed that Mr.. Bell
did not overdraw for his services, as
charged, but the Democrats contend that
all the expense account vouchers were not
sworn to and itemiZed.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
Clubbing Notes.

We are informed by the Boston Journal
Co. that IL has discontinued its Sunday
journal. Since the diseontinuance of the
Weekly Journal last spring, the Sunday
Journal has been sent to Weekly subscrib-
ers in its place. The journal Go. writes
us that il will supply the Daily Journal 10
Jan. 1st next for the amount already paid
for the Weekly, so that subscribers to the
old Weekly should receive the Daily Jour
nal until then.
The Rutland Herald has raised its club
rate, TO take effect Jan. 1st next. Thereat-
ter, the club rate Of the Rutland Weekly
Herald and this paper will be si.60 in Yer
mont, sl.S5 outside.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
Eenrful oaas Aaainst tlIm.

Bedridden, alone and destitute. such,
in brief. was the condition OF an old
soldier by the name Of J. j. Havens, Yer
sailles, O. For years be was troubled with
kidney disease and neither doctors nor
medicines gave him relief. At length he
tried Electric Bitters. II put him on his
feet in short order and now he testities.
,sI'm Oh the road TO complete recovery
Best on earth for liver and kidney
troubles and all forms of stomach and
bowel complaints. Only Soc.
For sale by Drew q Leonard, Randolph.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
Premiums at Northneld Fair.

The following are among those IN this
vicinity who received premiums at North
field fair:-
Jellies-Mrs. B. J. Williams, Brookfeld,
I'd best collection.
Culinary Mrs. Julia Williams, Brook
field, LIST on meat and apple pies.
Domestic manufactures-Mrs A. T..
Holman, Randolph, fancy work with
apron made by lady 70 years old, $3.50;
Mrs. John Drew, pillow, 50c.; Mrs. Fred
erick Leeds, pillow and centerpiece, soc. (;
Mrs. G. NJ. Blake, South Royalton, fancy
work, $3.50; Mrs. W. r. Webster, South
Royalton, fancy work, So; Mrs. b. J. VIII
liams, Brookfield, doiley. etc, 35c.; Mrs.
Alice Rand, South Royalton, quilts, dol
lies, etc., q; Mrs. ID. W. Blake, fancy
work, q; Della L. Cloud, fancy work,
$3.50; Mrs. George Dearing, shawl, bureau
set, 81 Louise Dearing, handkerchief,
scarf, roc. Ruth Dearing, quilt, Soc; Mrs.
o. n. Stoughton, pillow, q; Mrs. +. b.
Wright, fancy work, s1.75; Mrs. Z. $.
Williams, hem cloth, 25c.; Mrs. X. Fl.
Sargent, fancy work, $3.50; Mrs. +. F..
Moody, fancy work, =; Mrs. q. +. Flint,
pillows, 81 Mary Hapgood, fancy work,
So; Mrs. n. &. Buck, Randolph, collars,
pillows, etc, $50; Olive Fisk, Brookfield,
fancy work, $3.50.
Fine arts-George S. Hutchinson, Ran
dolph, photos, 50; Mrs. o. W. stoughton,
South Royalton, fancy work, 25c.; Mrs.
Arthur Washburn, Brookfield, cut flowers,
75c. Annie l.. Messer, Randolph, china, 50.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1904-09-29
EAST eRAlNTREe.

Charles Coffin is staying at r. j. Flints
and attending school,
Miss Bessie Hubbard was at her home
in Granville over Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. l.. Page OF Randolph Cen
ter were at G. +. Powers Sunday.
Anna Copeland is in Randolph this
week for an operation on her throat.
Mr.. and Mrs. Duane Hudson Of Warren
recently visited at Waldo Butterfield's.
Misses Lucy and Deborah Judd Of South
Randolph visited at Wallace Peavey's
Sunday.
Worden Stokes, who has been sick sew
eral weeks with typhoid fever, was able 70
ride out Sunday for the first time.
Mrs. Eusebia Simonds went to North
field Monday to care for Mrs. Loren Kid
der, who is very low from the effect OF .
snock