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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1904-12-29

Cholly-Some of us fellahs were dis.
cussing the drama lawst night. and
got an idea in my head
Miss Pepprey-You didn't, really?
Cholly-Pawsitively! Fact, | assuah
you. All my own idea too
Miss Pepprey-Oh, that's different.
You'll find it wasn't really an idea
Philadelphia Press.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1904-12-29

He TeIla How He Wrote Poetry and
Lived High.

"~HATS all .. X" said the G.
"a y. II. man. as he received and
pocketed coin of the last
vintage The G. o. ID.
system. on which | have been doing
business for the last five years, saves
bookkeeping banking and lots of other
trouble. You get what you pay for,
and | get the money. and neither of us
has to send out collector.
AS dilapidated gentleman. making
tour of the country every year.
have no rating in the commercial
agencies. and as an interviewer your
checks might be marked N. G. at the
bank. Now, to proceed.
Three years ago l was up in Con-
necticut on the wander, and as my old
shoes, which, by the way, once belong
ed to a member of the legislature of
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1904-12-29

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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1904-12-29
The Broad View of Education
BY CHARLES DABNEY. President Cincinnati University

CHARLES w. sdentC ncnna Univer
ODERN democracy realizing the of ignorance
INN TO HER VERY EXISTENCE has resolved that
n every child within her bounds rich poor white
colored shall have opportunity get all the educa-
ton take NOTHING LESS THAN THIS will the
requirements and fulfill the ideals of people,
by the people and for the people,"
Schoohoues and schoomasters cheaper jai and
soldiers but do found the public school such ground
this Such arguments for free schools little than
TO FREE PEOPLE. The democracy establishes public
schools train citizens and fit them for self government and
when shall have done its FULL duty this respect there will be
no need of policemen and soldiers
THERE is NO CLASS, ARIsTocRAcY EDUCATION
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1904-12-29

Ida-Yes. he is throwing all the cards
In the range. Says he will never play
another game of bridge.
May-Hm Burning his bridges be-
hind him." | suppose Brooklyn Citi.
zen.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1904-12-29
The Maryland Agricultural College
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College. Catalog giving full particulars sent
on application Attention is called to the
Short Course of ten weeks i'll Agriculture.
Write for particulars.
Term Commences, Thursday, September, Is.
Early application necessary for admittance
r. w. SYLVESTER, President,
College Park Maryland.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-16
BY ELLICE REEBE.

VT WAS only yesterday since he had
 seen her and he was fully anticipat-
 ing seeing her tomorrow. when
 double knock of the pcremptory post man order sounded and the servant en- tered with an orange-colored envelope In her hand
 "A telegram for you. sir; the boy is waiting"
 Dick Trehcrne tore open the message, and having hastily read it. tossed it. crumpled ball, into the grste
 No answer he said curtly. For it ran thus; "Unavoidedly prevented tomorrow. Win explain latcr-MABEL BRANCH PETH"
 Trehcrne had half expected something of this sort. Yesterday, when he had talked softly to her of the long afternoon he hoped to spend in her company. she had said. somewhat dubiously;
 After all, Dick, don't know whether ought to have promised to so to the circus with you. You see. Mir. Goldman sent round this morning to say he had got box at the Hppodromc and he would take us up to London, and would We all come. It would be much nicer than country show, wouldn't 1t? Much safer. mean. Of course, l should like to go with you awfully. but you know shat travelling circus is and how ner- Ans l am in crowd"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-16

When team of piebald ponies camc Into tho arena and showed off their grace full accomplishments, Jules eyes sparkle and her checks flushed with childish en- toyment She leaned forward in her oN- citcment. displaying the graceful contour of h,r figure.
 When the circus was al! over Dick hcaVcd a sigh of regret. echoed by Julie. Th~re still remained the task of getting her home. and Dick Wns determined To es- cort Julie to her very door.
 Do you know" she said as they walked along slowly side by side. "I never recog- uiEed you in the crowd until you turned round. and all the time ] was trying hard lo get ts you because I thought here Is a good broad pair uf shoulders if l get to ihcpl i shall hc safe
 Trchcrnu laughed.
 You are making inc compliments he said
 On said Julie simply. ''I should feel safe with you anywhere.
 T EteeTGd you safely through the crowd said Treherne with gravity. but If you want 10 prove your wcrds you will trust rn" to steer you through life
 on, MT. Trehcrne, l don't understand said Julie.
 Give me hope" said Trehorn. that may teach you to understand. l don't eX- pect You to love me all at once. though a single day spent with you has been suffN cleEt to give my heart into your keeping, Believe me- he added. earnestly, If l took the liberty of offering you rejected escort am not pleading with you to ac- ''Pl d rejected lever. but very earnest one on his own account
 Tier eyes met his braVciy "G have al- ways loved you, she said, simply, but
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quickly as you can" was the order given. and the blind girl hoard the horse being thrashed. and it galloped away.
 A feeling of great pride and happiness surged through Jane's simple soul to think that she had been the means of helping the pretty lady (she felt sure shc was pretty) and the "kind gentleman"
 The next morning the Hon. Harold St. Leger ran hastily down the steps of his house took her hand, and he pressed it warmly.
 What kind and clever girl you are! All through you am the happiest man in the world" he lowered his voice-"this morning am going to be married to the lady to whom you gave my address last night no one will know till it is all over but you. Her mother wanted her to marry some one she didn't love, but in- stead she is going to be my wife"
 "Oh, sir. l am so glad"
 But if you had not acted so splendidy as you did by going to her and telling her that address 1t would have been too late. for I was afraid she would have to marry another man. and this morning I was going right away abroad. So you can imagine with what gratitude We look on you-and my future wife says she wants you and your grandmother to have a little cottage in the country quite close to our house.
 "Oh. sir, I would like that. have never card birds sing or smelt lay grow ing in fields
 A few hours later a carriage and pair pulled up in front of her and some one alighted and placed in her lap an eX- quisite bouquet of gardenias and lilies and tuberoscs
 The footsteps were familiar. but they had gone before she had time to thank tho giver. But Jane knew it was the brides bouquet. and her heart was full of pride, and she strained her ears to catch the sound of wedding bells which she knew must he ringing somewhere for "the gentleman" and his lady.
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mlred Mabel so much, always liked Julie best.
 'I wish I had asked her to gn with me. She would not have gone back on her word. I'm quite sure, even if she had had a better offer But there, What u fool I am. No doubt she has lover of her own. Fair. kind and true as Shaks- pere has it, does not go begging
 MabelS telegram had upset and annoyed Trehcrne, and when he went 10 bed that night 1t was half with the intention of giving up the whole show. There was not much fun in going to a thing of that kind by ones self, he thought. But in the morning he awoke in a diqcreht frame of mind altogether
 He was quito determined now to make Use Of his seat at the circus. even if q vacant one yawned at his side.
 He started in good time, and as soon as ne was fairly out upon tho country road found himself in fhe midst of a good humored. hastentng crowd.
 Presently. when he entered the field where the circus had been set up, be wa brought to T standstlll. His broad shouI- ders stood him in good stead, and in s little while he was able to move on; but people seemed ta be pressing him on ev- cry side and a slender form was wedged up against him.
 It was Julie Perrington, shc recognized rreherne at once. and his hand moved to his hat
 Miss Perrington," he cried in delight, let me take care of you She seemed to be on the verge of tears. Oh, Mir, Treherne," she cried. "I am quite alone. l had no idea it would be like this!"
 But how is this?" he cried in astonish- ment. "Surelg MT Goldman included you
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-16

"Is this the Hampstead farm?" he in- quired as his eyes fell upon the widow. "It is" replied the good woman, set ting down pail of milk 'r My name is Poterson--George Peter son, I saw your advertisement and I've come to apply for tho place"
 "know anything about farmingg'
 'Weii---" George hesitated moment.
 Cant afford to throw away any time teachin' you if you don't know the bisi- ness" interrupted the widow. ''We ain@t runnin' trainin' school"
 What is the trouble. motherT"
 George looked up and saw tho daughter of the late Josh Hempstead standing in the doorway of the old homestead. And what is more, Ida saw George, and was nightly pleased with the fine. honest eyes that met hers.
 "Nothin' particular. daughter" said the widow. turning to the vision that had al- ready rendered the applicant speeches.. 'rThis young fellow wants the hired man job. but he don't seem to know much about the work" Perhaps he could learn," ventured the girl, flaming herself with towel which she held in her hand. He must have had some experience. Suppose we give him a trial. mother?"
 5 George Peterson thought he heard tho
 
 was exceedingly grateful to his cham pion.
 "How much wages do you want, young man." inquired Mrs. Hampstead.
 I'm not particular about the wages. The advertisement said 'a home for the right man And that's what Pm looking for now"
 How would $15 month and board and lodging do?' Tho widow was a close bar gainer since Josh had departed.
 Very nicely, thank you" answered George, with bow, which, although bit ungraceful, was evidently inspired by a sincere appreciation of the offer.
 ''All right" said Mrs. Hampstead, pick ing up the pail of milk. My daughter will give you n lot of orders and you can get to work at once. By the way" re- marked the widow. as though an import ant issue had arisen, "where are you from? Have you got any respectable con- nections?"
 New Jersey" replied George. more or less confused by tho question. T haven't any connections to speak of, maam. My
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friendshia
 He continued to read his Bible with as- siduity and nothing in the way Of work was permitted by George to rob him of the momentary delight of saving a few words of thankfulness over his various meals, nor halt him in scizing upon an opportunity 10 quote q few passages from the BtbIc.
 He succeeded in mastering much of the good book. but his farming was Of iittie consequence. Mrs. Hampstead concluded that George Peterson was cut out for a ruratc and that farming wasn't especially his forte; therefore she told him as gently elsewhere.
 ''I hate to let you go, George she said one afternoon. as the hero sat reading the Psalms son q woodpiln. but we're thinking Of selling the farm and leaving Long Island for good"
 George didn't even detect the fib. but expressed deep regret and asked if he could stay until the following Saturday. Of course this was agreeable to Mrs. Hampstead and in tine interval George set about getting employment elsewhere. Ono evening he crossed the meadow and hailed a passing trolley car for Brooklyn, where he hunted up branch office of the American. Having achieved his first job through an advertisement he had abiding faith in this method of doing business and succeeded In drafting the following artful announcement of his desires and capaci- ties:
 FARM H.AND-Young and strong, wants work; understands all kinds Of irrigation. cattle and chickens Willing. steady and sober; poultry a speciality experienced inan. Answer Box D, Brooklyn Branch, N. |. American.
 George read 1t over a few times, con- cluded that 1t was all right and paid 65 cents over the counter. .t
 "whenn that get into the paper?'" he asked the clerk.
 Tomorrow morning You're sure to get plenty of answers, too Drop in about noon."
 George Peterson went back to the Hampstead farm, slipped into the barn and went to his room, where he read his Bible for half an hour. then lay himself down to sleep. serene in the possession or the knowledge that the world lay before him with all its rewards, for ambition At dawn he was up and doing. Alter breakfast he toured the fields, attended
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and tone of stove backing, ornamentcd his boots
 He passed through the kitchen, removed his hat as he approached the sitting room and knocked
 Ida Hampstead badc him enter. which he did with rare dignity and courage.
 T have come to take you to church. Miss Hampstead" he began. fnmhIing his cap. T never fail 10 attend some hoGso or worship on the Sabbath If your mother would like to come with us l am very glad to have her"
 Tho mother and daughter looked at one another in turn. while George stood at the door waiting for, an answer. Presently Mrs. Hempstead nodded a barely pcrcep- tible nod and asked George 10 sit down. Ida got up from her chair by the window. excused herself, and shortly returned with her hat In her hand and dainty bit of ribbon ornamenting her neck.
 You will havo to excuse me today, Mir. Peterson" said the widow. leaning back in her rocker. ''but you and my daughter can go, guess. It's nearly mile 10 the township church and you haven't much time. Goodby.''
 George Peterson and Ida Hampstead strolied over through the wheat feia. across the meadow and reached tho little house of worship about II, George knew the service almost by heart and joined Ida fin the hymns with rich, natural voice.
 The two young people returned io the farm about lunch time and George found himself guest at the Hampstead table, He seemed to regard it as reasonable outcome of the principles of equality which were more firmly rooted in the human mind on Sunday than on week days. When the food was brought in and placed on the table, George Peterson, without further ado, clasped his hands as Mrs. Hampstead had witnessed through the kitchen door the day previous and said the blessing. It was an observance that had not been particularly regular in the Hampstead family for many years. For that reason 1t was all the more inn pressive.
 The next morning George breakfasted in the kitchen The equities of tho Sab bath had collapsed as though by mutual consent. \ few weeks wore by and George, with unfailing regularity, con tinued to present himself as an escort tC the pretty daughter, who seemed more and more interested in the growing
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in his rartN?"
 He didn't mention me specially" she said. flushing. but aunt thought [ meant to ho included, only Mabel said ] had hotHlhg Smart enough to wear-except Tor n country show" Julie grcw scarlet at the mcmbrance of this snecr and added and that gave me the idea of coming m this way. for l have mover seen circus since [ was a tiny child and | dld SO want to-"
 Itchcrnc's resentment was kindlcd against Mabel douhy for her uukndncss toward her cousin and herselashuesv.
 Mss Perrington," he said. if You will allow mo to constitute myself your os- eoft, l think I can conduct you not oul,. 10 a place of safety, but to q onign of vantage where We shall have a very good view"
 Julla was all smiles now.
 Oh how doligbuul," shc cried. But "il' how can | come? It will be robbing S"nlc one of their place. won't it?'
 offered tho seat to your cousin at hrSt, acknowledged Treherne. but she has thrown me over for the Goldman party"
 'Perhaps she made some mistake about tle day, said Julia. And Treherne thought what generous little soul it was
 There was no mistake" he answered. smiling
 Well, Miss Perrlngton, is my rejected seat worth your acceptapce?'
 she smiled. too.
 m afraid I'm not proud at ali," she c"nlrsS"d II nm very sorry for your dis appointment for l know you must be disappointed: but I shall be so pleased lo accept thpt seat, aud think you are very Kind to offer me your escort.
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Dick had felt distressed at her speech then. for he had taken the best seats he could afford. and even stretched q point at that, but he was madly in love with her and tried 10 laugh away her fears. promising to take splendid care of her, and genuinely believing she meant them seriously. But this message of hers at the last moment put different complex ion on affairs.
 The fact of the matter was that Mabel had got a better invitation and was be- having as she had once or twice behaved before under somewhat similar circum- stances.
 Dick had looked forward to the nor TOW, meaning to plead his cause then. and hoping that Mabel would consent to be the queen of hIs small kingdom; but he had at last awakened from the cher ished dream and now finally realized thai Mabel would choose to marry for money rather than for love; that the devotion he offered would count little with her when compared with old Mir. Goldman's g banking account.
 Dick began to feel how vain his hopes had been.
 That little cousin of hers. Julie Per rington is worth a dozen of her, I'll be bound" he commented to himself. Those blue. eyes of hers look true and candid enough Strange that even while ad-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-16
By ROBERT HOBART DAVIS

Io ms Irrigation ditches and trudged back to the house for his lunch. In the midst ot his contemplation Mrs Hampstead esme rom the sitting room and handed hin u letter
 Here. George, she sait. .t,,n over ia that inaii box by the trolley track and post this And hurry, as I want that heller ont of the alfalfa pasture She turned abruptly and entered the house.
 m fcw moments George arrived at the maii box. It had not occurred to him 10 look at the letter. but just as he was about to slip it into the slot his eyes fell
 Box D. Brooklyn Branch N. Y. Anieri- can"
 That address seemed to, be familiar to him. H6 paused a moment rubbed his head and read the address again
 Well. if this isn't the address gave the man. It must be for me- he soIilo- auized. Box D'--fIc scratched his head again and mechanically tore open the en- velope, sure that the epistle had reached it's destination. This is what he read: \ Sir--I saw your advertisement fin the American. Can give you steady work if you know your business. The man have now doesn't suit. The trouble with him is that he spends too much time reading the Bible and too little time taking care of my farm. If you can separate your | to work immediately. I like the tone Of yo0r advertisement and believe you are the man have been looking for. Answer immediately.
 MRS. HAMPSTEAD,
 Meadow Lane Long Island.
 George Peterson felt the precipitation breaking out on his forehead. Mechani- cally he wiped his brow and looked back at the Hcmpsted House bewildered. The good widow was waving her hand for him to return. He reused him. self, tucked the letter in his breast and walked back slowly. He did not stop at the house, but passed on to the barn. with his jaw set firmly and a light of curious determination in his eye. He caught glimpse of Ida Hampstead at the window as he crossed the edge of the porch, but he made no sign of recogni- ton. Presently he entered the barn and in a few moments rcappeared with a book in his hand. With a firm step he re- turned to the sitting-room door, where Mrs. Hampstead stood, her brow cioudetI in wrath, and handed her the volume.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1904-10-16
By ELLA MAC LACHLAN.

i later when a cab dashed up and a lady hastily alighted, dismissed the hanson, stood still a moment. then walked a few steps one way. then as quickly turned and walked back again The blind girl instantly recognized the l familiar rustic of her skirts accompanied by q perfume which reminded her of lilac l Up and down, up and down went the 1 footsteps. Jane could hear her breathing
 rapidly, and occasionally she stamped her
 foot on the pavement in an agony of i'm patience.
 i Gan he have gone?" she murmured half aloud. He said if I was not here by Is o'clock he would know there was no I hope" and she referred to letter crushed
 in her hand.
 The blind girl decided on action. and. 1 guided by a stick and ner ears. she ap- preached the lady.
 T beg pardon. ma'am but the gentle | man as gone-he went about a quarter
 on an hour ago" The lady started. What do you mean? How do you know
 am waiting for any one:" she asked. ! euardedly, but eagerly. | T 'spected you were, as I thought e ! was waiting for some one. too. I know
 the gentleman-'e is very good to me" The lady gasped. Then ne has gone. I couldn't get here
 at o'clock and now am too late! Oh. what shall do?" l "The address e gave the cabman was 4 Grindley street, ma'am. I ear wonder
 full well. although I cant sec | "Oh, my good girl. how can I thank You?" And tho lady grasped the blind girls hand. The next moment she was 1 hailing a passing hanson, and before she | got in shc took sovereign from hcr l purse and pressed it into James hand" 1 No, thank you. ma am. tho gentleman
 is very kind 10 me. Id rather not take 1t, 1 ma'am. thank you No. Grindloy street and dive as