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The Washington times., 1905-10-01
No Pink Tea for Her.
BY MRS. ELIZABETH HOWELL,
Benning, d. C.
awarded a prize Of SD

Not very long ago. when pink teas
were all the fad among the society
people. or smart set,'' a typical old
Southern nanny was employed as
cook in a Washington family. She was
in the habit Of holding long converse
tions with herself. but one morning in
particular il seemed to be more serious.
her countenaBce showing plainly that
she was wondering and puzzled about
something She turned 20 the young
lady OF the house. who happened to
overhear her talking. and said:
Miss Grace. what am de pink tea
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
English Marriages Happy.

In general. English marriages are
happy. For this the feeling of class
which rules all social life is in part re-
sponsible- Usually husband and wife
have the same social standing. and this
oaana. naturally. a common point OF
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
Good News, Indeed!
BY w. z. PALMER, loIl II street
Northwest.
awarded a prize of 50.

tAwarded a prize OF So.
1t was at performance of Faust"
and Mephisto. who was too stout
for the part, became tightly wedged IN
the trap entrance when he tried to de-
scend to the Internal regions.
'Begorry, now viii YOU look at that;
now amt that foine byes, helI's full!'
shouted an Irishman in the gallery.
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
The Baby Had Taste.
by II. NEAL WALTERS, 23os I. street
northwest

A young man who had recently be-
come father met one of his old
friends, who. after congratulating him.
asked him how he liked the new baby.
Well he replied. I'm not alto
gether sure about that. But 1 tell you
one thing-that baby's got mighty good
The Washington times., 1905-10-01

patch!' ole Berl sprang up and fed
for his life, terror adding wings. He
never stopped until he reached his cabin
door, then turning his face in the direc-
tion of the despoilers. he shouted, 'Tis
a - lie; it's my watermelon patch"
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
Her Explanation.
BY z. c. suyDAUR, e13 H Street
Northeast

In Pennsylvania town where the
Friends abound. a prim old Quaker
spinster one day attended the marriage
or her Granddaughter. a young person
who had ia the course OF his twenty
The Washington times., 1905-10-01

taste. considering how young he. is; he
likes me all right. Why, he's so fond
OF me that he sleeps all day while In,
away, and stays awake all night TO en-
joy my company"
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
Quite Excusable.
By ETHEL L. wILSoN, 1915 Fourth
Street Northwest.
awarded a prize Of SD

y little boy named Willie Smith was
on his knees saying his prayers and
his little sister could not resist the
temptation to tickle the soles OF his
feet. He stood it as long as he could
and then said: PLEASE, God, excuse
me while 1 knock the stuning out of
Nellie
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
A UNCONVENTIONAL Question.
BY MAF1E II. cARPER, Fails Church,

prominent clergyman of the Epis-
copaI Church. while travelin- down in
the backwcods OF Maine, was obliged to
spend the night at a farmhouse In
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
Rascal's Prompt Response.
by MRS. s. 2. WILSON, 1915 FOURTH
Street Northwest

Up in a certain town the grocers un-
derstand all the little tricks of the
trade. A gentleman bought six pounds
Of sugar. and found it sadly adulterated
The Washington times., 1905-10-01

with the farmers wife, he
asked: Are there many Episeopalians
about here?" She replied: Wal. really.
dun know; the hired man killed some
sort of a critter the other day out back
of the barn, but think he lowed twas
a woodchuck"
The Washington times., 1905-10-01
:. German CitD Government ::

, y Prussia towns enjoy a much great
er home rule in municipal matters
than English cities. writes the Ber-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
RIVERSIDE.
Items OF news can be left at Gofr's res
taurant on Bullock's Point avenue and
they will receive prompt attention and
publication.

Arrangements are being completed to-
day for the dedication OF St Breenden's s
Catholic church on Turner avenue, which
takes place tomorrow morning al 10
clock The church Is one OF the cosiest
I'm the state the interior having been ar
ranged in a most pleasing and artistic
manner. There is no question but what
the new edihce will be crowded 10 the
doors. for there are many residents Of
this place. while not OF the creed, well
come the church. for they are positive
that IL is and will stand as one OF the
most marked Improvements that the Vi
cinity has been favored with in many
years The names OF the clergymen who
are 10 take part have already been men
toned I'm this column. The Rev. Father
Haney. the pastor. has selected the fol-
lowing named young men 20 ofriciate as
ushers. Wesly Twombley. T.. ]. Gaffney.
Daniel Hagan and Joseph \ Hogan
At the meeting of Farragut post. c. A.
r.. last evening the name OF one asso-
ciate member was added 20 the roster
II was voted TO hold a clsmbake on Labor
day for the members OF the post and their
friends
There was fss~ attendance at the
meeting of the Riverside Social club last
evening. but there was no business OF
especial Importance transacted
charles Severence known TO some ns
Smooth" mourns the loss of a bicycle
which was stolen from him last evening.
Patrulman Balloon arrester n man for
drunkenness last evening
The Crescent Park Ffremcn are to hold
"a dance Friday. Sept ].
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
CHURCH FEDERATION
The Work Of That Body Has Been Attended
With Coed Results.

Rev z T. Root OF East Thompson.
field secretary of the Federation OF
Churches and Christian Workers in
Rhode Island has made his annual report
to the state council
Referring 10 parish work he says that
this city has been divided into 50 districts,
Il OF which have been accepted and the
average OF new families who have shown
preference TO different denominations is
Is per cent The proportion OF Catholics,
for the whole city, is probably 80 per cent.
The figures for the Protestants are as fol-
lows, families expressing a preference:
For the Episcopal church number PASS,
or 242 per cent. for the Baptist including
African. 2ilO or 23.5 per cent; for the Con
grega tional including African 1863. or
1872 per cent. for the Methodist including
African. 1894. or l2.l per cent: for the Free
Baptist. including African, 623. or 81 per
cent For the FIVE leading denominations
Hl5. or 7S9 per cent Universalists 302.
Tnitarians 2lo. Lutherans 223. Presbyter-
fans and United Presbyterians 212. other
bodies 3ai or 1873 per cent; without pre-
ference 500. or IS per cent. Total 10. 2S6.
Pawtucket Smithhcld and East Provi-
dcncc churches purpose TO adopt the con-
centratlon plan.
A list OF oil the aided churches OF all de-
nominations has been made, arranged by
towns and counties SO that IL possible
every square mile and every nationality
may be evangelical by some dcnomina-
tiou and no overlapping occur. The only
disappointing feature. he saws. is the
lack of proper financial support. as all
the branches of the work except this are
doing finely. The lack OF proper pecuniary
support IS deeply felt. however, and the
federation will try 10 do all IN its power
90 lessen this obstacle of Christian work
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
SLIM CROWD
AT THE PIER
HORSE SHOW

The second day OF the Narragansett
horse show at the. Point Judith Country
club grounds was slimly attended be-
cause OF the cold weather.
The events were highly interesting but
neglect OF the management to make proper
announcements of results was disappoint-
ing 10 the spectators.
The first event was the race for ponies.
IA hands or under with three starters.
w Could Brokaw rode Live Wire.
BAY mare; Walter s. Hackney Of this city
rode his bay mare Gypsy and Gordon
Coogan was mounted on his brown gelding
Brown Bread. The finish was in the order
named
The hurdle race for ponies was won by
Mr.. Bown. on a gray geldng listed as
GRAY Bud The only other entry was
listed as Lawn Mower, a buckskin gelding
belonging TO the Point Judith Country
club
Glass u. the third of the afternoon,
brought out four horses. Mr.. Brokaw
rode n bay mare called Rough and Ready;
G. Winthrop Sands entry was Blue Belle,
fine looking chestnut mare that was
ricked TO win. Mr.. Hackneys Gypsy and
t,orion Coogan's Brown Bread completed
the llst OF cont SUMS Nll lVhl NiliNll'A
fairly close together In the order named.
The remainder OF the events on the
prl,-~am consisted OF a series of gym
krana games and included a potato race.
a thread and needle race. ladle and polo
ball race aud a saddling race. Col Kane
stirred up n lot OF FUN and amusem NJ
during the events. entering on an anti
quatcd little pony that cut a ludicrous
figure reside the spirited animals OF the
other riders II was Mr.. Kaue's purpose
to Iivcn up the affair 10y bit of pleas
,r.... --1 80 euc~nrdnd. bringing forth
peri, CT storm Of applause. Ills little
......... ..,,,.,. 900 ,tcoud n the polo ball
and ladic rae.
The rnal heat Of the potato race was
won by MIR Conway by a narrow mar
sir Miss Emily Randolph finishing close
second with Craig Culberson third and
NJ Perkins fourth.
In the thread and needle race tho start
was made AZ one end OF the field and the
riders gauoped down 90 where a lady was
seated waiting 10 thread HIS needle In
the fret heat Russell Perkins was hrst
with n W sage second In the second
heat H. J Lcgare finished first Sanford
Chaplin second and Z. r. Collier third
Mr. Legare won the final from AIR. Per-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
A PRIESTS
RET0RT TO
MRS.MACKAY

New York. Aug. 26.-Correspondence be-
tween the Rev. Thomas s. Duhigg, rec
tor of the Catholic church OF st. John the
Evangelist, Brooklyn, and Mrs. Clarence
Mackay was made public yesterday.
A jealous member of st. Johns church
was the cause OF the correspondence a
new parochial school has just been erect
ed by Father Duhigg at an expenditure
OF 10000. but II is yet TO be equipped
with the necessary furniture
Tn rector called upon the parishioners
20 contribute the money needed and said
that tablets bearing the names OF the
donors would be placed in the class
rooms.
Without Father Duhigg's knowledge
one OF the church members, Miss b. A
MCNAMARA, wrote 10 Mrs Mackay. re-
questing her TO contribute TO the fund
reply came addressed 10 Mrs B A
Mcnamara or Father Duhigg, 81. Johns
Parochial School" AS the rector ala not
know how 10 locate Miss Mcnamara, he
opened the letter, which read thus:
ITO Miss p. A Mcnamara.
Madam-Yours OF the 18th has been
forwarded me here. and IN reply. | wish
10 tell you that ] absolutely dlsapprove
OF parochial schools OF the Romanist
faith. and consider the ma grave men
ace to our country. Needless 20 say. am
not ROmanist, and will not help you.
Yours truly.
KATHERINE MACKAY.
Aug. l75'
Father Duhigg wrote n reply in which
ne said:
Mrs. Katherine Mackay:
Madam-Rather astonished. I assure
you. BY a note received from you this
morning. ! was not aware Of the fact
that any one in this parish had written
60 you IN relation 20 our new school, and
regret that you were disturbed about the
matter
The Information you volunteer. viz,
that you absolutely dlsapprove OF paro-
ohial schools OF the Romanist faith. and
that YOU consider them a grave mem
ace 20 our country. simply reveals a con-
dition OF mind. The opinion is charac-
teristic
In the schools you dislike 80 much We
teach our children the ordinary courtesies
OF life As an example we would tell
them that the use OF the word Roman
Mt" betrsys bad form, and that nice. in
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
ANOTHER DELIGHTFUL SUNDAY Ex.
cURSloN ON AUGUST 27TH.

The sulerdid ocean going steamer plv-
mouth N th- Providence line win ON sun
day August 27th make another trip from
Providence % New London Conn. and
return. leaving Fox Point wharf AZ 1000
o'clock IN the morning and returning a,
about 900 o'clock IN the evening Fare
for round trip 81 90 The sale N tickets
will be limited and those who contemplate
making the trip should purchase tickets
In advance AT Windsor's ticket ONCE IN
avoid possible disappointment as no
tickets will be sold at the steamboat Z
wharf on Sunday. August 27th n the
limit is previously reached Music will
b. furnished by the regular steamer Ply
mouth orchestra The dining room of
the steamer will be open for service while
a lunch counter and cafe at popular
prices Will be operated on the main deck.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26

kns. and the cup which he was awarded
hc presented to Miss Emily Randolph,
who threaded his needle. her deftness
having contributed in no small degree TO
his success.
The ladies and polo ball race came next
and John Welsh won the first heat, with
II. T.. Kane second. Emily Randolph was
first in the second heat. with Gordon Coo
gan second. Mr. Welsh won the final
with Mr.. Kane second.
The last event was the saddling contest.
Gordon Coogan won the race. with II. w.
Sage second and II. J. Legare third.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
NEWSLETS

When ! get rich-that is 10 say,
When from some kin remembrance comes
my way
When ] get rich. somewhere in realms of
fame.
I'll purchase me place and have my
name
Above the door so boldly greet the eye
OF all the crowd OF envious passers-by;
And then, when asked: How did thee
wealth attain?"
Hard work. economy" I'll loud pro-
claim.
When get rich-can't tell just now
When or where twill be, perhaps this
brow
VIII crowned be with snowy white of
years
And heavy be my heart with woe and
tears;
But when I'm rich. these thorns / know
today.
These little troubles that infest the way
Gee, this cob is ferce) will quickly fade -
In smoke from a two for a quarter pure
hand made"
When get rich-ah. sweet the day
When that time comes I'll never pay
Attention 10 those notes and bills
When | get rich-ah cherished be the
thought.
And by some bill collector I am sought
With feet on high. I'll blow puff and
say;
Come round next week this is my busy
day"
Milwaukee Sentinel.
William Lannin was committed to the
state hospital for the insane this morning
by order of Judge Lee.
Julia Ferris. a common railer and
brawler. was sent over for six months by
Judge Lee this morning.
Catherine Green Of As Fremont street
reports that her house was entered Thurs
day and that SIS was stolen.
Daniel McCauley and Emil Davis were
sentenced TO tho farm for six months by
Judge Lee this morning for non-support.
James Donahue years old. was fined
81 and Juvenile costs by Judge Lee this
morning for the theft OF apples from
Lucy Rous' orchard.
John Dwyer. a small boy. was placed
on probat tion by Judge Lee this morning
for defacing a building. the property OF
Wilbur Hazard.
of pocketbook containing seven cents
by another boy when on Clifford street
yesterday afternoon.
William Flatley. who had been annoy
ing residents Of the Elmwood section. was
this morning sentenced 10 the farm for
nine months for begging.
Edward Jones was fined SIS and costs
in the Sixth district court today for the
theft OF potatoes valued at 65 cents from
the n. Y, n. H. & II. r. r. Co
Torrance Finnegan was arrested in the
Sixth district yesterday afternoon and
was delivered into the custody Of Chief
Bigbee OF Cranston. Finnegan was ac-
cused OF bastardy.
Charles Bloomingbough of % Mulberry
street was bitten on his arm by dog
as he entered Simon Silversteins yard 43
Shawmut street. last evening. Blooming
bough was In quest Of milk for n sick
child when the dog broke the rope IL was
tied with and attacked him.
The East Side Praying band Of this city
will hold n revival service al the Petta-
consett Franklin Congregational church
at 1880 o'clock Sunday evening. Alphonse
o. Blake OF the Elmwood Avenue Free
Baptist church will have charge OF the
meeting George w Lewis. the gospel
singer. will sing. Tho public is cordially
invited. The Riverpoint electric car leaves
the corner OF Dorrance and Washington
streets at GAO n m
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26

teligent people would not be guilty OF
such a blunder. Faithfully yours,
THOMAS III. DUHIGG.
Rector OF ST. Johns.
Brooklyn. Aug. l3. 1905.
II was reported that Father Duhigg
had consulted Bishop Mcdonnell before
inviting his retort. but that is not true.
He said that he had not had the slight
est communication with the bishop con-
cerning the matter. He had acted en-
tirely on his own judgment.
II was impossible 70 see Mrs. Mackay
last night concerning the correspondence.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
WHITE MOUNTAINS.

Are you looking for n place where you
can stay few we.ks In the White Noun
talns at reasonable cost? IL so. then drop
n letter TO w IL Eastman. proprietor.
Moat View Cottage. North Conway. ~ Il.
and hc will send YOU a circular giving all
the details OF one OF the most charming
and healthful resorts in America. or
call at the News Office and full ibforma
tion Will be given there
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
MAGIC HAIR STAIN.

For brown or black. prepared by
GEORGE ORMSBY. Wig Maker and
Halrworker. i6J fremont street. Bos on
IL IL simple. safe and easily applied. con.
tains no lead ~poisons. use IL once anf
YOU will never use ar other BLAND
ING a. BLAND1NG. % Weybosset street
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
The AlTAM0NTE, Bethlehem, VII.

Delightful location. Excellent table,
irst-class service Everything homelike.
Special rates for September, MRS. IRV-
ING L. COOK, Prop.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
The PARK VIEW. Bethlehem. N. H.

Altitude 1900 feet above the sea. White
Mountains in plain view. Steam heat.
Good table. best q service. Reduced rates
for Seplemper Write for booklet. II. +.
Proprietor.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
HILL FARM, Alton. N. H.

near Lake Winnepesaukee. high eleva-
tion, magnificent panoramic view OF
mountain and village scenery, always
cool; bountiful table. milk. cream. eggs.
butter. vegetables. Ten minutes from
postonice. church and railroad station.
Elevated site, most charming location in
town. Rates s6 to 81 per week. Ad-
dress CLARA A. GILMAN. Cottage Hill
Farm. Alton. y. II.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
z. A. CRAWFORD'S,

Directly opposite the Presidential
Range. 1850 feet above the sea Most de-
sirable house, pleasant rooms. good table.
pure spring water. Low rates for Sep
tember and October. Il. A. CRAWFORD
& SONS, Props.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
MOUNTAIN HOME HOUSE,

LIttIeton, N. n.
In the midst OF the White Mountains,
with spacious lawns and ample shade
trees. Pure spring water. exempt from
hay fever, invlgorating air. Excellent
table. Reduced rates for September. l..
ID. SAWYER. Proprietor.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-08-26
The ALPINE. North Woodstock, N. \.

special September rate September is
the most beautiful OF ali the months 10
De among the mountains. Al that time
the tollage Is al it's best. and the pictur-
esdne beauty OF the mountains and val
iieys once seen from The Alpine can never
be forgotten. Write for particulars.
JAMES ii. BATCHELDER, Propr.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1905-02-04
A Well Timed Sally.

When Wilson, the English come
dian, made his debut it was in the
character formerly supported by
Shutter. Upon his appearance on
the stage the audience called out for
their former favorite by crying:
"Off, off! Shutter, Shuterp' Wilson,
turning round and with face as
stupid as art could make it and suit
ing his action to his words, replied;
''Shoot her! Shoot herr pointing
at the same time at the female per
former on the stage with him. Pm
sure she does her part very vel"
This well timed sally of seeming
stupidity turned the scale in his IA
vor and called down repeated APP
plause, which continued during the
whole of the performance.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1905-02-04
SUMMONS By PUBLICATION

In the Superior Court of the State OF
Washington, for San Juan County.
Simon kreieshimer, jacob kreleisniiner
and Max kreieshimer, heretofore
doing business under the firm name
of X reielshimer Brothers, Plaintiffs,
VS..
Charles Brown and Vincent McCrary,
Defendants.
The State of Washington to the said
Charles Brown and Vincent McCrary,
Defendants.
You are hereby summoned to appear
within sixty days after the date OF the
first publication of this summons, to-wit,
within sixty days after the l4th day of
January, 1905, and defend the above en-
titled action in the above entitled Court,
and answer the complaint OF the pam
lifts and serve copy of your answer up
on the undersigned attorney Tor the
plaintiffs at his office below stated; ana III
case of your failure SO To do, Judgment
will be renderedagainSt You according To
the demand OF the mplaint. which has
been flied with the clerk of said Court.
The object of this action being To recover
Judgment against you on account OF bal
ance due for liquors and cigars sold to you
by plaintiffs, during the months of sep
temher and November, 1901, amounting
to SOL 30. together with the costs and dis
burSements of this action.
WM. IL. WYNN, JR.,
Plaintiffs attorney. L. q. Address,
Friday Harbor, Washington.
Date first publication Jan. IA, 1905.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1905-02-04
whv He Waa Bold,

81 Think she said hesitatingly
and with downcast eyes, "that you'd
better speak to papa"
"Sure," he replied promptly.
"That's dead easy. The only thing
that troubled me was the interview
with you"
"You're not afraid of papa"' she
asked, opening her eyes in astonish-
ment.
"Afraid!" he exclaimed. "Why
should ] be?'
'Really, I don't know" she re-
piled, ''but it's usual, you know"
ooh, 1 suppose SOL" he answered
in the offhand way of the man of
the world. ''For inexperienced men
it might be troublesome, but | have
taken the precaution to lend him
money, which is still unpaid"
Then it was the beautiful girl
realized that she had caught genu-
inc fnancier for a husband.-New
York Press.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1905-02-04
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

In the Superior Court of the State of
Washington, for San Juan County.
Mrs. Lottie Ross, executrix, Plaintiff,
VS..
Charles Brown, Defendant.
The State of Washington to the said
Charles Brown, Defendant.
You are hereby summoned to appear
within sixty days after the date OF the
first publication of this summons, to-wit,
within sixty days after the 18th. day of
January, 1905, and defend the above en-
titled action in the above entitled court.
and answer the complaint of the plaintiff
and serve copy of your answer upon the
undersigned attorney for the plaintiff at
his office below stated; and in case of your
failure to do SO, Judgment will be rend-
cred against you according to the demand
OF the complaint. which has been filed
with the clerk of said court. The object
of this action being to obtain Judgment
against you on your certain promissoary
note, due and unpaid, dated July Is, 1904,
payable December L, 1904. with interest
at the rate of per cent per annum from
date until date of Judgment, together
with reasonable attorneys fee and the
costs and disbursements of this action.
VIM. III. WYNN, JR.
Plaintiffs attorney. p. o. Address.
Friday Harbor, Washington.
Date Of first publication January IA 1905.
The San Juan islander. [volume] (Friday Harbor, Wash.) 1898-1914, 1905-02-04
Happily Located.

Rastus-Am yo' lost cast in pleas
ant places ermongst yo' new neigh
bors, deacon?
Deacon Snowball-'Deed, yes, sab,
Brudder Rastus. De family what
lives naixt me on de lef hab got
6 watermillion patch, an de fam
bly, on de right done got 400 chick
ems. Nah neighbor on de right am
deaf, an de brudder on NAH lef
goes to chu'ch six nights out OBJ de
week an lose so much sleep he sleep
like er log de seventh night. Yes,
sab, yo' mout' say NAH neighborly
surroundin's was mos obsequious,
sah, mos obsequious, fob fact =
San Francisco Bulletin.