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The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
WILL HAS ROMANTIC HISTORY,
One Of the Many Strange Documents
Preserved at Somerset Ho,,sS

Preserved at Somerset HousA
In the heart of London, facing on
one side of the famous thoroughfare
known as the Strand and on the other
looking on the Thames, is situated
Somerset house, once private palace,
but now devoted to various depart.
ments of the inland revenue of Great
Britain.
Perhaps the most interesting gov.
eminent department in Somerset
house is that devoted to the filing OF
wills, and as might be supposed, the
collection is immense. varied and ex-
traordinary, ranging from the will Of
Shakespeare himself containing prac.
tically the only known autograph OF
the worldrenowned poet). right down
to mere curiosities in wills, such as
those carved on the lid of a desk or
contained within secret cabinets or
escritoires. There are wills leaving
immense sums to cats and dogs wills
written in human blood. But the most
interesting one has quite romantic
history.
It is the will of British official
who died in Cairo Of the plague. Be.
fore his death he took care to pre-.
pare his will upon parchment pro.
cured from the skin of a freshly killed
goat; but as he handled this skin
himself 1t was thought later on that
the will might have the power Of
transmitting the dreadful plague from
which its writer died. Accordingly,
after having been passed from hand
to hand with somewhat disastrous re-
suits in the way Of plague and death,
the will was put into bottle Of spir-
its. Arrived at Somerset house, the
will was read to the next Of kin and
deposited among the archives OF the
department.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
Boilina Point of Water.

Water boils at different tempera.
lures, according to the elevation of the
sea-level In London water boils prac-
tically at PIP degrees Fair; in Mu-
mich, in Germany, at 2O9h degrees; in
the city at Mexico at 200 degrees; and
in the Himalayas. at an elevation of
$4,000 feet above the level of the sea,
at $50 degrees. These differences are
caused by the varying pressure OF the
atmosphere at these points.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
The st. Peters of Asia.

The most imposing and awe inspir-
ing edifice in Lhassa is the great PAL
ace and abode of the Dalai Lama.
This is veritable acropolis, rising
four hundred feet above the roof tops.
This palatial monument TO Buddhism
Is composed OF a series of square
structures and temples. grouped one
above the other. A central building
Of red sandstone, thirteen stories in
height, is the official residence of the
incarnate boy ruler of Tibet, said to
be about twenty years old. This Is
styled the St. Peters Of Asia, surpass-
ing even the Vatican in spaciousness,
containing more than three thousand
rooms, innumerable temples with
domes Of gold. The other edifices con-
tain the quarters OF the high dig
nitaries, officials, priests and religious
personagss. During the great celebra-
tions and fetes twenty-five thousand
can be accommodated within the in
closure.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Perched in tree, from which he
declines to descend, day or night,
while any one is in sight, e. L. Latch
well of Washington, d. c., is puzzling
the people of Frederick's Hall. Louisa
county, Va.
Latchwell says that he was pur-
sued by dogs, snakes and people un.
Ill he deemed it advisable to get of
the earth. He chose a tree as the
most convenient method. AS he de-
clines to come down, the people bring
him food regularly and put 1t at the
foot Of the tree, where he gets It
when the coast is clear.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

tons. She was err mighty sprightly
n lovely gal-you members her.
doan you, Mars Willie? Her nanny
gin her ter me de night after de
steamboat Liza Battle burn up close
down yonder ter de sholes.
81 totes Mary Ann blackberries n
shakes de plum trees fer her when de
dew was er stannin on de leaves jes'
lik' hit been er rainin'; buys nick.
nacks wild de mummy you and Mars
Alfred gin me n puts 'em in her lap
kills er painter which was er follerin'
her when she wuzzer pickin' will
roses fer her sister Em'line's grave
den she tells me she wishes It was
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
LIFE SAVED BY PET MONKEY.
Slmian Wrests Knife from Crazed
Keeper, Attempting Suicide.

Keeper, Attempting Suicide.
Leaping from his cage to the ground
a large champanzee attached to an
animal farm in Jersey City wrested
from the hand of Matthew Broesseli
knife with which the man, in a fit
of temporary insanity, was attempt.
ing suicide. The creature saved Broes-
sells life.
Broesseli had been training the
monkey for a number of years, and
the animal was greatly attached to
him. For the last few days the man
had complained of the heat and de-
clared that his reason would not last
much longer. While cleaning the cage
of his pet he suddenly began to
scream. He picked up the knife and
slashed his throat several times.
The monkey jumped through the open
door of his cage, and was wrestling
with the man for the knife when the
other keepers came. Broesseli Is in
the hospital in serious condition.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
Crown Gems of Rare Worth.

The Russian crown jewels consti.
tute the largest collection in the
world. Priceless stones are each year
added to 1t, From time to time i'm
memorial the Eastern princes under
the dominion of Russia have brought
gorgeous gifts to the car, and from
the East have come wonderful jewels.
which have accumulated year by year.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Nonsense! They can't harm You liv.
ing and nothing dead ever harmsd
anybody"
He was silent for some moments,
sitting there in front of the big
hearth, which by this time was alive
with co... | knew he had some sort
OF story to tell and that he needed no
cosxing. Presently he said:
81 kill er cat down yonder when |
was workin' fer Mister Bailey, n
you know, Mars Willie, ain had
nair streak er luck since Des' Misty
pom top er Misty heapin deyselves
| on top err one 'nuther tel | wish / was
plum dead.
MARY Ann n me done been en-
gagged ever since dat big quiltin day
| in de quarters AZ Mars Eli Thorn.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
Firms Love Liberty.

Since the decree of the Car in 1899
depriving the people Of Finland OF
their constitutional liberty, 1900
Firms have come to the United States.
Newcomers are looked out for by the
Finnish Exiles' Club, at Battery Park,
New York. Ten per cent of Finnland's
population OF 100000 is now in Amer.
lea.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
Hens Were Owed.

Bert Maine Of Hope Valley, r. L,
used a barrel as shelter for his
small flock Of hens The barrel had
once contained dye. Oro morning AZ.
ter recent rain his hens appear cd
colored bright blue. They had en-.
tered the shelter in drenched condl-
ton and the dampness had loosened
the dyestuff from the sides Of the bar.
rel.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
Because She Smiled,

Because she smiled he went away
Brave hearted to his work that day:
His petty cares were ali forgot,
He hurried on with one glad thought.
His task became JOY giving play,
He did not know the sky was gray.
To him the world was bright and CAV.
By splendid hopes his breast was
sought
A man was made from hopeless clay
Because she smiled.
New York Herald.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Old Gent IN Ptdcn allows that IL 1t
weren't that Kuropatkn, the general
/, of the tall soldiers, has the long name,
while Kurold, the general of the short
soldiers, has the short name, he would
never be able to remember which Is
which.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
No Shrine Desired.

For that may not wear my rose
Full cherished on my breast.
leave my rose upon the stalk
At honor's high behest
FOR that I may not show my pearl
In orbcd moonlight fire.
j leave II cleaning, fair and far,
Unflawed by my desires.
For that, through ban Of cynic Fate,
My love may not be mine
In face OF day. go away,
And leave my saint In shrine"
Thus spake her love ere that he went;
The loved one bent her head
And, shivering. "a shrine Is cold
And desolate." she said
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Now that new counterfeit $40 Buff.
falo note is announced, some people
will examine carefully all the $40 bills
they have, and others will pass them
out nonchalantly, taking good care not
TO look at them.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
Marked Turtle Reeaptured.

George S. Gillette of Milford, Conn.,
and his son captured a turtle and
making a close examination, found on
its shell ID. N. c., 1874 These are the
initials OF David N Clark OF the same
town, an energetic old gentleman
now in his SD year.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

In cable dispatch from Santo Do
mingo, Consul General Maxwell in
forms the state department, In sub
stance, that the revolution down there
Is taking its annual two weeks sum
imer vacation.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

A New York man, while eating his
diamond in n boiled egg Unfortunate
'ly, however, nobody has been able to
hnd the hen that laid the egg.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

The Cleveland Plain Dealer regards
Roosevelt and Fairbanks as dis
heartening combination for the cam
paign poets" Yes; but think how
good that is for the rest OF us.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
FOR LATE HOME coMERs.
Device to Help Lodge Members" Find
the keyhole.

At last some kind and considerate
person has invented device useful
for the man who stays out late. 1t is
called an umbrella or cane lamp, but 1t
might we'll be called keyhole finder,
for 1t will prove especially useful in
this direction. 1t is simple enough. A
small electric lamp is mounted in the
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Fasten a piece Of writing paper
tightly over the top Of an earthen Jar.
Cut a cross in the center Of the paper.
Put the jar in the pantry and over
the center of it suspend. by a string,
a bit Of toasted cheese. When the
mouse approaches the bait he will
drop.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

War Corrosp oudent Fuller got out
of his dangerous position in Port Ar.
thur by telling the literal truth.
That's what comes Of being brought
up In the ne yspaper business.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

handle of the umbrella or walking
stick and is lighted by means Of a dry
battery, which is also carried in the
handle. There is hinged cover on the
lamp which can be raised at pleasure.
The lamp becomes luminous when a
tiny button is pressed with the finger.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

There is no widely extended preju.
dice, we apprehend, against the real
elocutionist. The aggressive, persist
emit person who has been persuaded
by adm.ring but injudicious friends
that he or she is an elocutionist is the
real terror.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

In Kansas city it is considered dis
orderly conduct for man and woman
TO kiss in public. This will have a
tendency to discourage immigration to
the Missouri burg.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Mrs. Gilbert, the actress, who is
now in her $50 year, announces that
she will make a farewell tour next
season. Owing to her late beginning
she can hardly expect to break the
farewell tour record.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

The country ill now proceed to
absorb the $500 college graduate
with the sam" ease and readiness
with which it assimilates the $40 i'm.
migrant.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

A numb - of Wilkesbarre teachers
who were 1eld guilty of flirting have
been dismi sed. No wonder it is hard
to find en- ugh young women to take
charge of a ! our schools.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Recipe for popular campaign
speech: Write your speech out care
fully, forget Il. and when you face
your audience proceed to ramble.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

One point appears to have been set.
tied conclu iYely by the Russo-Japa-
,nese war. It is that diet of rice
does not oil nations appetite or
capacity fCr fighting.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

The man W o was fined $40 and
costs for be: ting a horse because 1t
could not ruii a broken automobile
deserved all Ne got. He was adding
injury to insult.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

This plan OF having opera singers
voices insured may contain a valu-
able hint Why not have the nerves
Of the theater.goers insured?
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

A japanese magazine has been
started. This will give the Jap gen.
erals and adm trails something to do
after the war is over.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

New York is having a tailors'
strike, but in 9 csc days when 1t is
possible TO get 4, Dng with ready-made
crash sLits ii Is not necessary to
work.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

II is about time for Russia to re-
ceive another of those permissions to
take her Black sea fleet out through
the Dardanelles.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

We are now getting around to the
days when a man really feels more
negligee than he looks-and that's a
plenty.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Everyone who goes away on a va.
cation this sum er ought to strive to
write in his dizzy every night, "One
more laugh on lce Russell Sage"
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Jan Kubelik has become the father
Of twins. We nominate him for vice.
president Of the Anti-Race Suicide as
ISOLATION
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Texas watermelons average one
pound lighter this year. And once
more the colored man gets It in the
neck.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

II you attend a "dawnce" in Lon.
don, don't reverse, no matter how dir
sy you get. It's exceedingly bad form
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

The house Of Hoo-Hoo at the worlds
fair has been unconcatenated, as 1t
were.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Six young girls, all gowned alike,
acted as pallbearcrs at the funeral OF
companion at Chester, Pa, the other
dav
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

The fellow who annoyed a monkey
by giving him a lighted cigarette was
lacking in brotherly consideration.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

And when Edward and William had
finished their spiels on peace the band
struck up Twas but Dream"
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

New York has not yet risen to the
dignity Of shoe shining "parlors." and
Gothamites, great and small, patron
lie the street stands. The New York
World artist has here sketched James
]. Hill as the finishing polish was
placed on his shoes.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27

Baltimore has suppressed kissing in
the public parks. Baltimore is still
nervous about conngrations.
The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1904-07-27
Repaired the Family,

The following is literal copy Of a
bill recently sent by cobbler to a
Yorkshire, England, squire:
Squire Knowle to S. Watson, Cob
h1ar
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
Needed an Examination.

Representative Bourke Cochran was
seated in his law Office one day recently
when one of the clerks announced q vis-
itor, SAYS the New York Herald. The
orator was very busy, but the man refused
to tell his business to clerk, insisting
that it was personal matter and he must
see Mr.. Cochran himself.
"Well, show him in" said the lawyer
finally, in disgust.
81 want to get some legal advice. Mr.
Cochran" said the visitor, "and / came to
YOU because 1 arm poor man and cannot
afford to pay real lawyer"
"What do you mean?" thundered the
representative, Indignantly.
"Well, mean that as politician you
will not be hard on one of your constitu-
ents. Besides, have another claim on
you. My aunt does washing for one OF
your cousins" -.
"My dear sir" said the lawyer in his
most whitening tone, as he ushered the
visitor out, "you don't want to see law.
yer. You want to see nerve specialist" ;"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
He Wanted the Nickel.

The druggists night bell rang furiously'
and, with much ruffied temper, the worthy
dispenser came down in his pajamas and
opened the door, according to the Phila
delphia Public Leader.
II want bottle of ginger ale, please"
requested the complacent individual who
stood without.
For moment the druggist was inclined
to be personal, but then he reflected that
since he had come down he might as well
do business.
Twenty cents, please" he said. Five
cents will be allowed on the bottle when
returned.
Two hours later he was awakened by
another ring. Again he descended, to
find the same complacent customer at the
door.
Here's your bottle" he remarked.
"Gimme my cents"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
A Friend to Woman.

The late Nellie Farren, when she visit
ed America with the Londoni gaiety COM
pany, danced before we'll known New
York club, says the NewiYork Tribune.
At the end of the dance, during an in
formal supper, someone began to talk
about the new woman-a burning topic
at the time.
DO the English believe in woman's
emancipation" a lawyer said to Miss
Farren. DO they believe in opening the
same felds::to women as to men and in
'paying:them at the same rate?'
"Oh, yes" said the little actress. even
the English tramps believe all that. A
tramp asked country. woman of mine
one day for assistance, and she said to
the man sternly:
"'Why don't you 60 to work"
"'Madam,' said the tramp, twenty years
ago made VOW no: to do another stroke
of work till women were. paid the same
wages as men,"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
He Sent Back the Money.

Being conscience stricken at the
thought of having swindled a cotton mill
seven years ago with water packed bale
a farmer, living in another county, has
sent s. in cash to GreenVille, that being
the amount to which he was not entitled.
The case is rather remarkable. Often it is
found that the weight of bale decreases
after it has been thoroughly dried, but it
more happens that when complaint is
made to the original seller, the fault is
laid at the door Of ginncr. In this in
stance, however, the ginner was the inno-
cent party.-Greenville News.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
Too Busy to Ask for Raise.

A year ago manufacturer hired a boy.
For months there was nothing noticeable
about the boy except that he never took
his eyes off the machine he was running.
A few weeks ago the manufacturer look
ed up from his work to see the boy stand
ing beside the desk.
"What do you wants" he asked.
want me pay raised"
what are you getting?"
"Three dollars week"
"Weu, how much do you think you are
WORTH"
-Four dollars"
"You think so, do you?"
"Yessir, an I've been thinkin' SO fer
tree weeks, but I've been SO blame busy
1 haven't had time to speak to you about
it"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15

The Bamberg Herald says it longs ito
see the day in politics when newspaper
will express its opinion about county
candidates just as freely as they do in re-
ference to those offering for governor or
other State offices, congress, ETC." We
know of no law to prevent newspaper
from expressing its opinion of any candi-
date from coroner to president and if we
felt as Brother Knight does about the
matter, we should certainly exercise our
right.-Orangeburg Times and Democrat.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
WHAT'S IN A NAME?

Everything is in the name when it
comes to Witch Hazel Salve. E. G. De-
Witt & Co., of Chicago, discovered some
years ago how 10 make salve from witch
hazel that is a specific for piles. For blind
bleeding, itching and protruding piles,
eczema, cuts, burns, bruises and skin
diseases, DeWitt's salve has no equal.
This has given rise to numerous worth
less counterfeits. Ask for DeWitt's, the
genuine. Sold by q. F.. Hoover.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
EMERGENCY MEDICINES.

1t is a great convenience to have at
hand reliable remedies for use in cases of
accident, injuries and ailments. A good
liniment and one that is fast becoming q
favorite if not household necessity is
Chamberlain's Pain Balm. By applying
it promptly to cut, bruise or burn it
allays the pain and causes the injury to
heal in one-third the time usually re.
uuired, and as it is an antiseptic it pre-.
vents any danger Of blood poisoning,
When Pain Balm is kept at hand q sprain
may be treated before Inflammation sets in
which insures quick recovery. Sold by
Bamberg Phar; II. c. Rice, Denmark.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15
Personal Mention.

Mr.. and Mrs. w. G. Owen spent last
Thursday in the city.
Mr.. NJ. B. Saunders, of Greenwood,
was in the city last Friday.
Mr.. N. P. Murdaugh, of Ehrhardt,
spent last Saturday in the city.
Mr.. A. Shep. Pearlstine, of Branch.
vile, was in the city yesterday.
Mr.. Emory A. Hooton, who has been
sick for a week or more, is out again.
Mr.. Howard C. Sheridan will 60 to
Spartanburg next week to enter Wonoro
college.
Mr.. ". NJ. Brabhsm will leave this
morning for Spartanburg to re.enter Wof.
ford college.
Mrs. John II. Cope and daughter. Miss
Clio, came home Monday from stay at
Glenn Springs.
Mrs. Jones Williams and little daugh-
ter came home last week from the noun
tains of North Carolina.
Mr.. W. P. Murphy, who has been a
reporter for the News and Courier, IS
spending while at home.
Mr.. Louis Pearlstine, agent and op-
orator at Estill on the Seaboard Air Line,
is visiting his parents here.
Misses Annie Lou Byrd and FRANKIE
Folk will leave next Monday to attend
Elizabeth College at Charlotte, N. g.
Gen. and Mrs. F. NJ. Bamberg left last
Saturday for Columbia, where the General
went to be treated by an osteopath.
Mrs. j. D. Copeland and Mrs. W.
Paul Riley came home Monday from an
extended stay at Hendersonville, N. =.
-Messrs. Grigsby C. Chandler and c.
w. Rentz, Jr., left last Monday morning
for Greenville, to attend Furman Cniver-
sity.
Mr.. E. z. Hardin, Jr, of Batesburg,
second assistant in the Carlisle Fitting
School, spent few days in the city this
week.
Mrs. G. Frank Bamberg and little
sons. Francis and McGhee, returned last
Thursday from stay Of several weeks at
Waynesville, NC.
MIR. and Mrs. John R. Bellinger and
son, Pinckney, returned last Friday from
a stay in the mountains of North Carroll.
ma and trip to the St. Louis Exposition
Raymond Matheny, who has been
spending the summer in the city, left yes
terday for his home in Bamberg. Mr.
Matheny will return in few weeks to
enter Furman.-Greenville News, Thurs
day, September 9Th.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1904-09-15

"The Capital' of Topeka, Kan, prints
the following as the yell of the class of
'O4 at the Wichita Training School for
Nurses:
Staphaococcus, streptococcus,
Microbes all
Sterilize and fumigate,
Watch them crawl!
Big germs, little germs,
Short and tall:
Fat germs, lean germs,
We kill them all
Antiseptics, that's our call.
We're the largest class of all!