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The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
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MRS. JEFFERSON was not more MI than g years of age, and she had spent 14 years of married life in India She had seen three Of her children buried in an unhealthy station. and had been to England once. seven years before, 10 take two little girls home to be educated. It was on her return voy- age from visiting her children that met her.
 She was so much less aggressive than most of the women on board, and demanded so much less attention, that 1t was restful to lazy man like my self just to sit quietly by her deck chair, share my books and newspapers with her, and enjoy my evening cigar by her side. Mrs. Jefferson did not object to smoking she seemed indeed so difident, so humble and .unexacting that l found myself wondering what the man must be like who was her hus- band, and hoping that he was not a self ish brute who sat upon the little wom- an. She was not communicative, and l found out very little about her dur ing our long chats. Perhaps I am ego- tistieal and talk good deal about my self when l get patient listener Be that as it may, l gleancl nothing of Mrs. Jefferson's own history from her, and at last I determined to ask the captain of the ship if he knew any thing about her.
 Tt is odd that you should ask me that said Capt. Hargreaves, flor it was only to-day that l began to re- call Mrs. Jefferson to my recollection. She told me her maiden name this morning, and said that she had trav- eled out with me once before. and reeollected the circumstances imme- diately.
 She was going out to India to be married to this man Jefferson, and a very pretty girl she was in those days though one would hardly guess it now | to look at her-one gets accustomed | 10 that sort of thing on board these F. and o. vessels-one year a pretty | girl with pink cheeks and her lovers | photograph on her cabin table, going | out to be married and to be happy ever afterward and a few years later the same girl with all the roses
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
AN AUTHORS GOOD LUCK.
Success Of His Literary Career Started by Misfortune Of Fub-
 lishers

Alphonse karr was writer Of many books; but his talents did not re- ceive recognition when his early ef forts were made. In fact, he always attributed his literary successes to an accident, says the Chicago Record. Herald Sunday Magazine.
 karr was in Paris, and had been sending communications to the Figaro for some weeks, without hay ing received any recognition. until he finally gave up writing. He ceased reading the Figaro for several weeks. until one Sunday morning res taurant waiter handed him one.
 He began reading one of his own articles, though he could scarcely be- lieve his eyes. Having finished it.. he found another cf his own writings following the first He went on and read third Then he took the paper to his apartments, and spent Sunday afternoon reading his own articles. for
 he paper was full of them. containing substantially nothing else Karr al ways said that he was never so drunk from the use of liquor of any End as he was that afternoon, his incredulity making his head buzz.
 The following morning he received a written request from the publishers to call on them as soon as convenient. There he learned that all the writers of the Figaro had gone on a strike. and the publishers. finding Karr's manuscripts in pigeon hole. had ex- amined them carefully and put them in type. They thanked Karr for hay ing furnished the articles and asked him for more. They did not know that the editors had been killing the poor authors contributions. He agreed to become a regular contributor to the paper; and he did it as favor to the publishers and they paid him we'll Thus he began 2 successful Iit- arafy career
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
Cyclia 2 and Eyesight.

A subject of worldwide interest las been brought before the French Acad- smy of Medicine It is that of cycling and antonobilisEl in their influence on syesight. The general conclusion is hat both On the external and on the
 internal structure Of the eye the effect Injurious. Seeing nothing with we'll iefined precision. and having landscape presented 10 the eye fer days in success sion in the confused blur caused by high speed is declared to be harmful in pro- fortion to the frequency with which it $ practieed. The action of dust and grit stirred np and intensified by high speeds is declared to be prolific in work Tor the oculist-London Globe.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
ABOUT MEDICINAL SPRINGS
Therapeutic Value of Mineralized Waters at the Various
 Bathing Resorts.

Some years ago. at about the time when argon and it's equally inert col leagues krypton. neon and xenon were 1 discovered. we ventured to suggest states the London Lancet that these ele- ments, owing 10 their occurrence in natural thermal waters. might account. in part at any rate. for the value Of tbsse waters in the treatment of disease. since il could hardly be supposed that few grains per g:llon of chalk. sulfate of lime. common salt and so on could have any marked beneficial influence. The case is different with waters which con- tain G notable amount of salts such as carbonate of soda or the aperient salts of soda and magnesia. The waters of Bath, Buxton. COntTexeville and other places exhibit a comparatively feeble degree of naturalization. and yet there can be no doubt of their theraueutic value. Nor can il be supposed that water which is naturally hot can have greater therapeutic effects than would be gained by the similar use Of artificial ly heated water. So far. then. the find- ings of the physicist and the chemist do not afford satisfactory hypothesis in regard to the therapeutic value of such waters
 The question now arises whether the fact that these waters are radioactive will supply any explanation. Most. if not all. of the thermal springs in Flu rope which have been examined have been found 10 contain in slightly vary ing quantities argon and helium. and in the majority of cases these waters have been found to be distinctly radioactive. Indeed, the presence of argon and helium would appear to be inseparable from radioactive properties. We seem here to be getting some light at length on what has long been an enigma. that of two waters showing the same chemical composition as regards their saline con- stituents the one of natural origin Is distinctly superior independently speaking to the one artificially con- pounded.
 The fact Is that natural water we'll ing up from the earth is al the moment of its discharge from it's source radioac- tive, while ordinary drinking water. rain water, well water and the like do not generally exhibit this property to any extent. Further, since the property of radioaetiyity is rapidly evanescent. the emanation quickly vanishing, it follows that if the bensft derived from undergo ing course of waters is due to the radio activity of those waters the treatment should obviously take place near the source of the water-in other words, the waters should be used when they are showing maximum degree of radioac- tivity.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

A writer in one of the current maga- zines directs attention to new pro- fession that has arisen in this country the profession of getting hurt, by which money is extorted from railroads and other corporations If the corpor- ations would show more eagerness to settle bona fide claims and disposi- tion to pursue to the end the prosecu- tor of bogus ones public sympathy would aid them powerfully in putting an end to the new profession. The pol icy very often followed of treating all claims alike and sealing each down to the lowest cent, after the longest pos sible delay is responsible not only for the growth of the get-hurt-quick peo- pie. but for the comparative lack of public indignation at the new species of fraud.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
Pay for Public Service.

The matter of compensation or no compensation in public office offers a practical basis to show that municipal affairs cannot be regulated in Ameri- can cities as they are in European cities While officials in British cities do willingly serve without remunera- uen. American city officials are con stantly endeavoring to secure higher salaries. In England and Scotland. says the St. Louis Republic, all inter ests may prosper through extra hon. orable standards. which elevate the pettiest department 10 some dignity and at the same time cultivate a pure civic pride But the more commercial policy Is not only preferable through out the United States. but necessary. Although 1t were possible to cause the best type of business administration
 by dispensing with compensation, such 2 change could not be indorsed, as 1t would. in effect, close public of- fee to citizens not possessed of means. The ne-salary idea Is con- trary to democratic ideals. St. Louis has tried the honor policy. The pres ent city charter was formulated with the view of stimulating local civic prids and of exalting the character of the city government. The salary or each member of the municipal assem- ply was advisedly specified at 1900 a year. It was supposed that, with a merely nominal salary only the best citizens would became nominees for the legislature. Instead of realizing the intended purpose the arrangement developed into an excuse, If not an in- centive, for corruption. Here are strong suggestions for liberal eompen- sation. There are, however, even bet ter reasons why compensation in pub lie office should be commensurate with the duties, obligations and special re- Quirements. In most departments the work demands special qualifications and experience, and adequate salaries must be offered as &n inducement to the most trustworthy and efficient men. The public service ought to be open to all citizens; in fact, 1t has to be if American principles are to main- tain. No compensation, or low com- pensation, would constitute bar to poor and qualified citizens. The result of such exclusion would be steadily expanding lethargy and, ultimately, debasement. Men continue to be active in business until late in life. and their business Is exacting. Even men Of some means could not afford to neg lect their own affairs to act for the public without remuneration. Every reason and all experience seem to be contrary to the no salary policy. The present tendency for Increase in com pensation looks to the safest condi- tions in municipal administration When an official Is we'll paid he is compelled to give satisfaction. When the compensation is reasonable there is opportunity in public office for citi- zens who have no money of thelr own And when the remuneration Is ade- Quate the temptations toward corrup ton are reduced Rather than ap' prove of the foreign plan of giving nc compensation it is better to ratify ths American idea of being liberal.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

washed out of her cheeks. bringing home q little boy or girl to say good by 10 them in England. and to go back to some plantation in the hills where perhaps her husbands is the only white face she sees for most days ID the year"
 Yet they'H continue to go while the world lasts, said l. T hope Jefferson was the right sort Of a man"
 50 far as can hear" said Cant. Hargreaves, he is very much the re- verse! He got into some trouble over a business affair and lost q good bil- let down in Calcutta. then he esme into little money. and bought d tea plantation somewhere in the back of beyond But he WAS always some thing Of bounder, l fancy. and his misfortune, as men Of Jefferson's tyne always call their misdoinss. soured him. He took To drink. I believe and this little woman doesn't have the best of times with him. She has got chil- dren a home and has lost several others out in India.
 Naturally one avoided the subject of NIT. Jefferson ever afte-ward when talking 10 his wife. and l heard notb- ing about him till the very last day Of the voyage
 It was horribly hot weather-ouite eNhausting for ladies Mrs. Jefferson had been confined to her cabin for some CGys With a bad attack of fever and headache. She looked pathetical- ly small and weak when she came OF deck again. and eafled herself an in Ey tis deck chair which had pre-
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
owners of placer deposits have bee

Owners of placer deposits have been invited by the United States geological survey 10 send samples of the sand or gravel to Washington for examination 10 see if they contain platinum. The samples will be used for determining the best methods of extracting platinum and other metals which may have eco homie value This systematic search for platinum is 10 be undertaken because of the growing demand for the metal Platinum has been found in California. Oregon, North Carolina and New York, and il has beer detected in small quan- titles in Montana, Georgia. Pe2nsyl- sania and Alaska. The richest mine in the country iz in Albany county, Wyom- ing.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

With immigrants pouring in al the rate of 1o0,o0o per month, sanguine contemporary rejoices because these newcomers will furnish agricultural la eorers for the great fields of the south west. The truth is, however. says the Chicago Chronicle, that present-day immigrants have no fancy fo. the fields. They flock to the cities and the resulting congestion bids fair to make serious trouble. The federal department of ag- rieulture could engage in TO aore use ful work than an endeaYor to encourage immigrauts to SC to the country.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

Mathematics being the topic of con- versation of group in an English inn one evening. one of the company pro pounded the old-time problem: If a herring and half cost penny and a half, what would three herrings cost?" There was silence for several minutes while all sat smoking and thinking. At last one of the thinkers spoke: Bill, did you say 'erring or mackerel?"
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

A young bride was recently invited to a bridge luncheon, and after spend ing a delightful afternoon was told by her hostess that she was in debt s75. Unaware that she had been playing for money. she was mortified at the idea of having to ask her husband for the necessary amount. She mournfully confded her woes to him. and he i'm mediately wrote a check for sT6.50. and sent it to the hostess The hostess. believing that mistake had been made. informed him that he had sent s1.50 too much. However. he re- turned it with the curt statement that the s75 settled the bridge score, and the balance was for his wife's lunch con.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
TALES OF THE TIMES.

Once the late bishop of London was ordered by his physician to spend the winter in Algiers. The bishop said it was impossible; he had so many en- agreements. Well. my lord bishop
 said the specialist. it either means Al giers or Heaven" "Oh, in that case. " said the bishop, I'll go to Algiers."
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

Linemen were engaged In putting up telegraph poles on land belonging to an old farmer, who objected. The men produced paper by which they said they were allowed to put the poles where they pleased The farmer went back and turned large bull into the field. The savage beast made after the men and the old farmer, seeing them running. shouted: Show him the pa- per. Show him the paper,"
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
Rusty in Geogranhr

Paw, said Tommy, wno was study. ing ms history lesson, where is Anglo SaXony?" ~
 T used to know well enough. said MT. Tucker. but as ger older for. get the exact location of many of those foreign countries Look t Ep on the map for yourself ''-Chicaeo Tribpns
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
Loss by Fire.

Yeast-Did he ever lose much by fire?
 Crimsonbeak-I guess he's burned up a good many thousand dollars worth of tobacco.-Yonkers Statesman.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

"Ah. proud beauty" exclaimed lit tie Sniffkins, you spurn my love Low but. let me tell you. will not alway: be a clerk. r." That's SC" inter rupted the heartless girl, you ma, lose your job
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

They had not met for years Do you remember" he asked. the little sapling we planted together es boy and girl?" Her eyes softened at the recol- lection. Yes" she answered, "I re- member it we'll" That sapling," hs continued. dreamily, must be a stout and sturdy oak now," The softness all died out of her eyes, and conversa- tion ceased.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
The Agony Nearly Over

Have you decided where you will spend the summer"
 Almost. My wife and daughters have got their choice of resorts nar- rowed down to 17."-Chicago Tribune.
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

Sometimes. said the literary man with spectacular tendencies, "one strain to write any more" :" "Yes. !" answered Mir Dustin Stax; T often experience that sensation in working on a check book
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

''I was surprised" said Rev. MT. Goodman. sternly. ito see you playing golf last Sabbath. l should think you'd do better" "Oh," replied Hardcase, "I usually do. l was in wretehed form last Sunday"
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

What" exclaimed Crittick. Go ing on the lecture platform. are you?' .'Yes. replied the conceited young author. that is just to give readings from my own works. you know '' "But suppose you should prove to be a poor reader, too. It would be a double frost"
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
suNpRY soUIBs.

wife-''The Chinese begin the new year by paying all their bills. Illus ,and-"But, my dear, the Chinese are aeathen."
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16

we must commence to save. my dear" said Chumly, looking over the bills. If l should die suddenly l would not leave you very much" T would never notice the change" she replied, frostily. You leave me so not count"
The Forrest City times., 1905-06-16
"The Simple Life J
Proper Food is Really the First
 Step in Right Living.

One of the evils of our complex mod ern way of living, is our unnatural and unhealthy foods.
 To have really good health and good stomach it is necessary to eat simple nourishing food. EGG-O-SEE is the ideal food, and reaches the i. proper requirements in this direction more nearly than any other cereal now or the market.
 To make EGG-O-SEE the kernels of the choicest California white wheat are first cleansed by brushes, then thor oughly steam cooked then faked and crisped to a maple tint and delicately favored with natural fruit juice and pure grain sugar.
 In these delicious flakes. lies the mighty strength giving power of the whole wheat grain that evenly nour- ishes every part of the body, and gives physical and mental energy that means splendid health and successful en- deavor
Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-06-01

The story is told of an old bache-
lor who bought a pair of socks and
found attached to one a note with
these words: Il am young lady
of twenty and desire to correspond
with bachelor with view to
matrimony.'' The name and ad-
dress were given. The bachelor
wrote and in a few days got this
report:
Mamma was married twenty
years ago. Evidently the mer-
chant of whom you bought those
socks did not advertise, or he
would have sold them long ago.
Mother handed me your letter and
said possibly | might suit, l am
eighteen. "-Hamilton Rustler.
The above is an old and true
saying. If a man wishes to sell
goods, not merely own them, he
must advertise, not spasmodically,
however. If you want continual
trade you should advertise contin-
ually. The merchant that adver-
tises spasmodically may expect
nothing more than spasmodic buy
ers. Your local paper is the one
medium by which local merchants
can freeze out the mail order and
catalogue houses.-Keya Paha
County News.
Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-06-01
How We Get Rich.

To enable others to know the
secret of how many country edi-
tors become rich, will tell YOU as
follows: A child is born in the
neighborhood; the attending ply
stefan gets $40, the editor gives the
loud-lunged youngster and the
happy parents a send off and gets
so. 1t is christened; the minister
gets IS and the editor gets 500.
1t grows up and marries; the edi-
tor publishes another long-winded
and fowery article. The minister
gets $50 and a piece of cake and
the editor gets 5000. In course of
time it dies and the doctor gets
$50 to 500 and the editor publish
es notice of death, lodge and So
ciety resolutions, a lot of poetry
and a card of thanks and gets
10000. No wonder SO many editors
get rich.-Ex.
Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-06-01

A "prim" lady friend received
the following reply from good
house-keeper in answer to the
question why she allowed her chill
dren and husband to litter up
every room in the house, and the
sentiment will find Judgment in the
heart of every home-loving person
in the land: 1.-The marks of little
muddy feet upon the floor can be
easier removed than the stain when
those little feet go down into the
mud of the highway of evil. The
prints of the little fingers on the
window pane cannot shut out the
sunshine half so much as the shad-
ows that darken the mothers heart
over the one who is but a name
through the coming years. And
if my John finds his home refuge
from care and trouble and his
greatest happiness within it's four
walls is when he can put his boots
in the rocking chair and hang up
his coat on the floor every day in
the week. And if | can stand it |
cannot see that it is anybody else's
business. "-Rushville Standard.
Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-06-01

Judge Kinkaid returned Monday
from a business and pleasure trip
to Mexico. He was accompanied
on the trip by Omaha friends and
they got down into the tropical
regions of the republic. The Judge
says Mexico City is a very inter-
esting place, as is also the whole
country and people. He visited
many places of interest, among
which were the presidents palace,
where he received a cordial re-
ception from President Diaz, and
some of the principal cathedrals
where are displayed very rich fur
nishings, there being over twenty
tons of silver OVERLAPPING the alters
in single place of worship and
vast quantities of gold used. Of
the commercial advantages of the
republic, the judge says they are
many. There are now some $780,
100000 of United States capital in
vested in various enterprises in
Mexico. The trip afforded the
party the opportunity to see veg
citation in all stages of develop
ment, from corn about ready to
husk in southern Mexico to the
farmer in the field with the planter
in Nebraska.-O'Neill Frontier.
Valentine Democrat. (Valentine, Neb.) 1900-1930, 1905-06-01
RumOrs

Long Pine is authority for the
statement that the G.. & N. w. R'y.
will in few years straighten the
track between Atkinson and Long
Pine by building directly between
the two points thus saving seven
miles. This change would leave
Stuart three miles, Newport four
miles and Bassett three miles north
of the new railroad.
1t is also stated on what is con-
sidered good authority that the di-
vision between Long Pine and
Chadron is too long and that the
Northwestern will in the near
future make a change that will
greatly improve the operation of
train service. The plan is to do
away with the division at Long
Pine and establish two new divis-
ion stations, one of which will be
located at Atkinson and the other
at Valentine.
Another rumor in circulation is
that the Interstate Telephone Co.
WIN. Krotter) has in mind the
building of line up the Niobrara
river from Spencer to Valentine.
This new line will intersect the
various lines the company already
has and afford excellent commune
cations.-Rock County Leader.