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The Saint Paul globe., 1904-06-12

thew w." he said.
Sir Thomas Lawrence raised the
character of British art in the esti-
nation of all Europe After Reynolds
death he was portrait painter to King
George.
His genius was manifested at an
early age, and his father, who was
The Saint Paul globe., 1904-06-12

Some of the straight tips we get in
this world couldn't be told from the
straightness that is proverbially sup
posed to belong to 4 gunstock.
The Saint Paul globe., 1904-06-12
True Bravery.

Il didn't know that you had the
ability to write poetry.
II haverlt, but ! have a great deal
of courage"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
MoNAsHl UDo IS POPULAR,
Japanese Plant with Peculiar Name Possesses Combined Flavor of
 Pineapple and Lettuce.

One of the products of Japanese farms which may become popular and its cultivation profitable among the na- tions of the west, says Booklovers Magar zine, is moyashi udo. a remarkable salad plant, which is crisper than celery, pos sesses the combined flavor of pineapple and young lettuce, is devoid of fibers and comes into outdoor maturity in mid winter. It is predicted by American sci- entific agriculturists who have been in Japan and noted the flavor, popularity and growing habits of the udo plant, that 1t is destined to become as famous and as important table delicacy in Eu- rope and Americaas asparagus or celery. The udo plant has been grown in the United States purely as rare orna- mental, as it was not supposed to be edi- ble Now that 1t is known to possess a value which promises to give it an hon. orable place with asparagus and simi- lar dishes, it's cultivation by American truck farmers may prove decidely prof. itable. It is to be rem embered that what gives the udo distinctive value is that 1t natures in the winter time. When served udo salad is as white as snow, and luscious as silk
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
LIGHTNING PHOTOS EASY
Care and Patience Are Very Essential.

Any boy or girl who has a camera and good stock of patience may secure 8 photograph of lightning. The patience Is needed in waiting for the lighting. When thunder shower copes at night keep sharp lookout for an Opportunity to secure your picture. You cannot get picture of lightning during every thun- der storm. Clouds or a heavy down. pour of rain often conceal the flash from view and we have "sheet light ming" It is useless to photograph this, but you may by it's light get an interest ing picture of the landscape. When the sharp 'chain lightning" comes select a window from which you can see 1t we'll, or, if it is not raining, go out of doors and set the camera on the tripod focused as for distant view and pointed toward that quarter of the heavens in which the lightning is most frequent. The .dia- phragm should be set to the largest opening that is ever used, the slide drawn and the lens uncovered as for a time exposure. Then follows wait of one, two, five or even 20 minutes, until a bright flash comes within the field of view of the camera when the lightning takes its own picture. Then cover the lens, push in the slide and your are ready to try again on fresh plate.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
MANY WATER DRUNKARDs.
Thousands of Men Attempt to Slave
 Off Heat by Aqua Pura System r. and "Get the Habit"

"Do you see that man across the streetg" asked the doctor of a PhiladeI- phia Press man. Well, he is in many ways, a most estimable person. He is attentive to his business and success full at it; he Is leader in his church; he is good husband and father: he doesn't smoke and never touches alco- holic liquor. And yet that man-he doesn't know 1t, but it's true--is 6 drunkard. How can that be? I'll tell you. He's water drunkard Fact. At this time of year there are lots of them who never suspect 1t. As the season grows hot they get to drinking more and more ice water and at last they lit- orally get the habit They can't get along without the pleasant shock which is given their system every time they dump into their heated stomachs a glass or two of ice-cold water. It means the end of their digestions; 1t upsets their nerves and it ruins their tempers, but they like the effect-just as the or dinary drunkard likes the effects of alcohol-and so they must have 1t. Water drunkards, that's what | call them, and there are thousands of them in Philadelphia
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
BURGLARS PREFER FRAME,
Picture Presented to Rodin, the Paris Sculptor, Is Disposed Of in
 Unique Manner.

x An American has brought from Paris a story of Rodin, the sculptor, which the Boston Transcript relates.
 ''Rodin," he says, twas presented with 8 raw daub of a painting month or two ago by conceited young student. He accepted the painting gracefully, but he was much annoyed week later to hear that the student was going about declaring:
 " 'Rodin says the painting gave him Is better than the De@as over his chlm- ney.'
 ''Rodin decided to take down this con- ceited young liar. So meeting him one day at the Cafe de Ia Paix, he said, in the hearing of good many mutual &C., quaintances:
 My house was robbed on Sunday night. Did you hear about it?'
 "'No,,' said the youth. Was much taken?
 "A half dozen suits of clothes, some silver, and--you know that painting of yours? We'll, they cut 1t out of the frame and
 'Hurrah!' the youth interrupted, ex- cited and pleased. Why. my fortunes made. The newspapers
 "'They cut the picture out, Rodin continued, and went off with the frame'"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
S S
 POL IS e a
"HER MAD MARRIAGE,"

One of the most attractive produc- lions Of the present season is the new protean melodrama Her Mad Mar riage," which will be seen at Polls tomorrow and Wednesday with Wednesday matinee, and it has at tained Instantaneous popularity be- cause of its unique novelty and orig inality. It is safe to say that no production in the last ten years has as many novel features as this play. Among the new effects introduced Tn the play is a marvellous escape from n huge band saw, running at speed of 2,000 revolutions a minute. This effect, while extremely thrilling, is Introduced in perfectly natural manner and the thrilling climax is worked mp to in perfectly natural manner. Another novelty is the de tecton of n crime made through the use of a flashlight photograph made on the stage. Another novelty Is the introduction of a part of q well known drama as part of the story of the play with the characters as- seTnbled in the auditorium of the theater The plot of the play Is for cible and clear and the heart interest Is maintained all through it. The comedy portion Is of delightful kind, all of the characters being new to the stage and yet of the same kind of people that you see in everyday life. Specialties that are refreshing in novelty are scattered through the play, but they fit in perfectly and that makes them of more value. Ta- ken as q whole, it is one of the best stories of life in q large city that has ever been placed on the stage, and as the managers, Mayer and Crash elm, have gone to fabulous expense in mounting the production, 1t will not only he satisfying to the ear, but pleasant to the sight. The sale of seats Is now on at popular prices.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
A New Jersey Democrat.

ESOPUS, N. Y, Aug. 22.-Except for \ casual visitor who introduced him. self to Judge Parker as "a New Jersey Democrat" there was no one at Rose mount to disturb the Sunday quiet The usual stream of Sunday sight seers, rather larger than usual, pass sd Rosemount in carriages and on foot, but did not disturb the Parker family. There was q report early in the day that an excursion was coming from New Jersey, but no excursionists appeared,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Table Mat of Felt.

A. mat for table in a summer cot tage is made of white felt about eight inches square. At each corner are fas- tened three leaves of white felt, in con- tour, like medium-sized maple leaves. Each leaf is veined with brownish olive ifioBs, and the three are fastened to the corners of the square by small yellow satin bow. The leaves are put on the
 felt, one pointing out from the point of
 the square, and one on each side of the
 leaf thus in place. This felt cover makes very good lamp mat.---Brooklyn Eagle.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
WOMEN AS TAX DODGERS.
Milwaukee Commissioner Declares
 That Men Are More Honest Re garding Property Values.

Tax Commissioner Bruce has found an honest man. In fact, he claims that sev- eral of this species have found their way into the offices of the tax assessors, and his opinion of human nature, he de- cIares in the Milwaukee Sentinel, has risen several degrees.
 ''When first began this work" said MT. Bruce, ''I had fixed idea that one half ghirked its taxes and that the other half had none to shirk. My opinion has been changed, however. There have been several cases--as many as five or six--in which men have asked, yes, begged, the assessors to put them on for the full value of their possessions They seem to take a certain pride in their honesty.
 "Women are worse than men, when it comes to concealing property. Tn many cases they even refuse to permit the as- sessor to go into the house. As re- suit the assessor assesses them for more than they could possibly be worth, and thus usually brings the husband to our office with a sworn schedule, as well as an apology for his wife's rudeness"
 Oven Heated by Electricity.
 A bakers oven heated by electricity is a novelty at Montabaun, France. The heat is quickly applied, and may be cut off at once, with a considerable saving in time. No heat is lost up the chimney, as the only opening is the door through which the bread is RAA9sA.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

l A St. Petersburg dispatch says that l Emperor Nicholas has received the fol- I towing message from Lieutenant Gen. eral Stoessel, commander of the mili- tary forces at Port Arthur:
 '"The Japanese made a two days at tack on our position in the Uglovaia mountains near Louisa bay, but all their attacks were repulsed. | 'The Uglovaia, Vysokaia and Divi- sionaia mountains remain in our hands. The enemy's losses were very | great. "A representative of the Japanese army, Major Yamaoka, has presented himself at our advanced posts with a letter signed by General Nogi and Ad- miral Togo demanding the surrender of the fortress. The proposal was of course rejected. "I have the happiness to report that the troops are in excellent condition and that they fight heroically." A Shanghai report says that the steamer Haitian, which has arrived, re- ports having sighted Japanese squad ron off Gutzlaff island, about sixty-fve miles southeast of Shanghai. The | sQuadron showed no nghTS.
 The United States monitor Monad- hock and two torpedo boat destroyers nave been ordered to be ready to pro tect the neutrality of Shanghai. American Consul Goodnow called the meeting of the consular body for 10 o'clock this morning. It is believed l the foreign consuls will then arrange means to strengthen the hands of the taotai in dealing with the matter of the Russian warships.
 A dispatch from Mukden says that the Japanese do not intend to make a direct attack on General Kuropatkin's position at Liaoyang. The movements of the Japanese and other information indicate that they will try to force an engagement in the vicinity of Mukden.
 A Chefu report says that the Unit sd States cruiser Cincinnati and the United States gunboat Frolic are at present in that port. They are ready to send men on shore at moments notice.
 Advices from Chefu say that more than two-thirds of the Russian forces in Port Arthur are wounded, and since he general assaults began on July 26 General Stoessel has lost 2,O0o in dead. More than 400 Russians were killed, l,0Oo wounded and 100 taken prisoners when the Japanese captured Taku mountain after sixteen hours of fight ing.
 i In all the attacks the Japanese have lost heavily. When entire companies were killed or wounded General Nogi has simply filled the ranks with new men and kept on fighting until his ob- ject was achieved.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
MEETINGS TONIGHT.

Central Labor union. Patrick Sarsfeld club. Nutmeg lodge, P. of A. Magnolia lodge, K. of r. Arbutus camp, w of W. Painters and Decorators. Hellmann Advance corps. Mantow council, I. o. H. Waterbury Debating club. Townsend lodge, I. O. o. F. Concordia Singers rehearsal. Waterbury conclave, I. o. H. St Francis Xavier drum corps. Continental lodge, F. and A. NJ. Abraham Lincoln camp, $. of V. Lady Trumbull council, n. of l.. Court Cecilia M. Quigley, I. o. r. Waterbury tent, No 36, K. o. T. NJ First Baptist church business meet ng.
 Court America, F. of A. - St Vincent de Paul society. Court Fruitful Vine, No 3, F. of A. St Joseph's drum corps.
 Liberty lodge, A. O. U. W.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Our Nation Richest.

1 The United States constitutes the rich est nation on the globe. Mulhall fur nishes these figures: United States $s1, ,750, ,000.000 Great Britain, $59, ,030,- 100000; France, $47,g5O, ,oO0, ,00o; Ger many, $40, 0,26o ,ooO,o ,ooo; Russia, $32,125,- 100000; Austria. $22,560, ,O0O, ,oO0; Italy $500, 100000; Spain, $11. 300, ,0o0, ,ooo These computations are based upon values as shown by real estate records buildings, merchandise and railways, as we'll as the circulating medium in each nation.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
No Wonder He Is Rich.

sMr. Jones'" said the millionaire. "Yes, sir" answered the private sec- setary. Here are 50 begging letters. An- swer them all with a refusal"
 ''Yes, sir"
 "And you will observe that every one has a satmp inclosed for re- ply"
 "Yes, sir"
 ''Well, answer them on postal cards. ."-Stray Stories.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
PAT SPEEDY ACTOR.
VIII Give Him $l,5OO Weekly for a
 MOnOlOgue in Vaudeville.

Saratoga, Aug 22.-Pat Sheedy has been offered $1,5O0 week by J. w. Morrissey to go into vaudeville with q Characteristic monologue on gambling. The idea is welcomed by the vaude. vile magnates. Sheedy will give his answer to-day.
 If he accepts he will give his ex- periences as a gambler in five conti- nents-South America, Buenos Ayres; Africa, Cairo; Europe, Paris; North America. everywhere; Asia, Hong Kong and Shangai.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Sauerkraut in Sickness.

A German was speaking last fall about the high price of cabbage.
 T tell you, desc kabbages is awful high. dis year." he said; "me und me wife puts up six, seven, eight barrels of saeuerkraut every year-but we can't dis year. Dem cabbages dey cost too much" "You put up some sauerkraut, didn't you, Chris?" he was asked.
 ''Oh, yes-two or tree barrels--just to haf in de house in case of sickness San Francisco Argonaut.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Justice in Siam.

Tn Siam. when there is question at law between two parties and scar city of witnesses to establish the truth in the case. it is customary to resort to the water test. Both parties are re- quired to dive simultaneously into deep water. and the one that stays the long, est under Is adjudged the truth-teller and gets the verdict.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
American Passport. In Russia.

SIT. PETERSBURG, Aug. 22-The United States government has again formally proposed to Russia the open ing of negotiations for the unrestrict- ed recognition of American passports. En accordance with the law of the em. pire only foreign Jews of specified classes-merchants having business connections in the country, etc.--are allowed to enter Russia.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Heroic Rescue by Miner.

sSHAMOKIN, Pa, Aug. 22.-HoldinS his body against a sheet of flames, Fred Lucknow saved Martin Purcell, a fellow miner in onesof the Reading mines, from certain death. Purcell was unconscious and was being rapid ly burned to- death when Lucknow rushed to the rescue and succeeded in carrying him to the fresh air of a gangway.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
1..utenant mccuurx Turn. Uv

TIENTSIN, Aug. 9. - Lieutenant Newton A. McCully, U. S. N, who has been observing the operations at Port Arthur for bis goverlAnent, has arriv- ed here. He left Port Arthur on q junk Aug. IA and came via Shanhai- kwan. The lieutenant acted as an es- cort for three Frenchwonen from Port Arthur He has left here for Vladi. vostok via Singmingting.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Better Not to Know.

It was their first meal at Chinese restaurant.
 George" asked Mrs. Ferguson, swhat Is chop suey made off"
 Well, it's mixture of several things" said Mr. Ferguson. evasively. 'Tsn't the ornamentation of this room the queerest thing you ever saw?"- Chicago Tribune.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Something Higher.

Bache-Your wife seems to be a woman of rare intelligence. I am sure her mind Is on something higher than fine dresses.
 Bennett Is, She is at present plan- ming how to get me to buy her a $54 fall hat.-Cincinnati Commercial Fri bune.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Nrnjor Hoffman at Kiaochau.

KIAOCHAU, Aug. 22.-Major Hoff- man, the German military attache at Port Arthur, who left the Russian fortress upon the order of the German emperor, has arrived here on the Japa- nese cruiser Yaeyama.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
FIRE ALARM.

lKL ALAKM.
 4-Cor South Main ana Grand sts.
 6--Scovill Manufacturing Co (P.)
 6-Cor Bridge and Magill sts.
 7-Exchange Place.
 12-Rogers & Bro CD
 13-Cor East Main and Niagara sts. l4-Cor East Main and Wolcott road 15-Cor High and Walnut sts. 16-Cor East Main and Cherry sts, 17-Cor East Main and Cole sts. 2l-Cor North Elm and ingsbury sts. 23-Burton street engine house. 21-Cor N. Elm and Kingsbury sts. 25-Cor North Main and North sts. 26-Cor Buckingham and Cooke sts. 2-Cor Grove and Prospect sts. 2S-Cor Hillside avenue and Pine sts 29-Cor Ludlow and N. Willow sts. 31-Cor Bank and Grand sts. 32-Cor Riverside and Bank sts. 34-Cor W. Main and Watertown I'd. 3o-Conn By X L't'g Go, car h'se P) 86-Waterbury Brass Go P.) 37-Cor Cedar and Meadow sts. 3S-Cor Grand and Field sts 42-Cor South Main and Clay sts. 43-New England Watch Go P.) 45-Benedict & Burnham Mfg Go P) 46-Waterbury Buckle Go P.) 47-Cor $. Main and Washington sts 51-Cor Baldwin and River sts. 62-Cor Franklin and Union sts. 63-Waterbury Clock Go, case fac P) 54-Cor Clay and Mill sts.
 56-Cor Liberty and River sts. 57--No 5 Hose house.
 5S-Cor Baldwin and Stone sts. 62-Cor Doolittle alley and Dublin sr. 72-Cor West Main and Willow sts. 73-North Willow st, cor Hillside. 74-Cor Johnson and Wateryille sts. 142-Wolcott st. beyond Howard. 162-Cor East Main and Welton sts. 178-East Main st, opposite PoIfs. 212-The Platt Bros Go P) 213-Hammond Buckle Go P) 214-Waterbury CPk Go, m'v't fac P1 216-Cor North Main and Grove sts. 251-Cor Round Hill and Ward sts. 253-Farm street. 261-Junction Cooke and N. Main sts. 263-Cor Abbott and Phoenix avenues 272-Groye, bet Central & Holmes avs SI1-s. N. E. Telephone Co bldg, (P.) 212-Cor Bank and Meadow sts. 313-Randolph X Cloves (P) 314-Plume x Atwood (P) 3l5-Amerfcan Rlng Go P) 3I6-Hlectr1c Light Station P) 3lS-Holmes, Booth & Haydens P.l S2l--No 4 Hose house. 322-Cor Green and N. Leonard sts. 323-Cor Washington av & Porter Ut. 324-Cor Charles and Porter sts. 325-Cor Simons st & Washington ay. 371-City Lumber x Coal Go (P.) 412-Tracy Bros P) 432-Cor Liberty and S. Main sts 451-Steele & Johnson Mfg Go (P.) 5S2-Cor Baldwin and Rye sts.
 P.) Private.
 @ SIGNALS.
 1. One stroke calls superintendent to the City hall.
 II. Two strokes, fire out, recall.
 1-1-1. Three strokes, 12 m., 6 D. m.
 Fire gong blows at 9 o'clock
 1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-Te strokes quick will indicate q general alarm and will call the entire force into service.
 1-1-1-1-1-1-1J-1-1-1-1-1-1-1, Elftaen strokes quick will cali out inc militia.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Tigers--and Men.

The tiger hunt in the central prov inces of India during 1908 resulted in the killing of 199 tigers and 190 men. %
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
supplied.

Mistress-Didn't the ladies who called leave cards?
 Maid-They wanted to, ma'am. but told 'em yez hac plenty of your own, and better ones, too.--Yonkers Herr
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Timely Suggestions.

Don't eat meat. It isn't healthy diet anyway in hot weather, and prices may come down by the time summer is ovsr.-Philadelphia Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

WANTED-To move your furniture a. W reasonable prices. Also several firsts class turnouts 10 let, double or single; rub- Der tires of all descriptions. A. M. Larson's livery and trucking stable. corner Watef and North Elm streets. Main office 8i South Main street. Telephone 253-4.
 6-1q-n
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Practice.

Knicker-So he called for help even after the burglars gagged him?
 BoelEer-Yes. he used to eat corn on kho- uoh--gG = Sun.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Dummy Musicians

The Berlin police have arrested ree- taurant keepers for fraud for having dummy musicians In their orchestras.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

W Soldiers 10 know that
 " all are pensionable without regard 10 disability. At $6. age 62; $8. age 65; $io age 6e and and SIP age 70. Have secured ten allowances since June 1, 1904. Apply at once to George Robbins, Pension Ate torney. 63 Center street Fire Insurance
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
Lemon for tha r.iuar

The juice of lemon taken in hot water on awakening in the morning is an excellent liver corrective.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

WANTED -Housekeepers to call and
 " see our line of new and second hand Furniture, Stoves. Clothing, Shoes. etc. Special prices on Iron Bedsteads. Springs and Mattresses, Bedsteads, $2.o8; Springs, $i.98; Mattresses, $l.o8. Abra. ham Cohen. 246 Bank St. 5-23-f
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
POPULAR PENNY A WORD ADVSI
WHDYED.

WANTED-I want you to come and sea
 W my chamber suits, iron beds. tables. stoves, new and secondhand folding iron couches and then buy. L. F. Parker. 235 Bank. 6-20-6
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

M WANTED- Straw and felt hats to clean.
 by the same matters that were fos five years with the Danbury Hat Co. but now located at 74 Grand street. corner of Bank. 7.6-f
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

WANTED--All the people to,know that
 Waterbury Drug Co.,, corner East Main and Spring streets. Is the best and cheapest place to buy drugs and medicines of all kinds. Special inducements to cus- toners, besides Green Trading Stamps with every purchase.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

WANTED-Reliable man wants posi-
 " ton In office or store. Has had ex- perience In store work. bookkeeper and general office work. Address Position, care of Democrat. e-20-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

WANTED-Men or women local repre-.
 " sentatives for high class magazine. Large commissions. Cash prizes. Writ& J. N. Trainer 30 EasE Washington squars. New York. N Y. 2-ia-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
A ROrCed SaIe.

A Forced Sale.
 House No 3S Third street and lot 30x61. $2,300. Also two lots on Charles street. one on the corner of Charles and Third. 31xSS. Price $1, 150 ana $1 900 respectively. If not disposed of before will be sold by auction August 10, 1904. Inquire at
 D. H TIERNEY'S Real Estate Offlca
 167 BANK STREET.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

MAN rED-Feather beds. pillows, Best cash prices. Address c. F. Dickin- son., General Delivery. Waterbury. 8-i9-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
To Rent.

Shore cottage from August to Au- gust 15 Six rooms, all furnished Rent $2OOO.
 J. T. PHEIAN. 42 Bank Street Take elovasoF.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22
FOR SHLE.

EOR SALE-Kiichen stove, parlor stove. II oil stove, oil heater, all in first-class condition. Leaving town, will sell cheap. Call p. m.. 6o Park avenue. basement.
 8-20.3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-08-22

EOR SALE-A three-tenement house on Fuller street that will just take your eye. Also one on Chestnut avenue which Is a bargain for anyone looking for house. Prices and terms arc right. Open even ings. E. SANDlFORD. lOo Bank St. Tel. l82.