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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1905-06-11

SO eminently fitted him"
Again. in another place, Mr. Brady
has this, which shows that he really
appreciates the marvellous gifts of
Forrest
1T is startling to speculate upon
what might have happened if to For
rests wonderful innate capacity for
soldering had been added the military
training and general education which
permits the best use to be made of
native ability. OR it is even more
startling to wonder what might have
happened had Forrest been in high,
or in chief command in the beginning
of the war"
Napoleon never had any marshal or
captain in his army who equalled
General Forrest in genius, and in
astounding deeds. There was no
cavalry commander under Wellington
or Marlborough whose performances
in war were half so brilliant and sur
prising rs were those of Forrest.
have seen it stated that General Lord
Wolsley, i'm one of his books, which l
have not seen, states, as his opinion,
that General Forrest was the greatest
cavalry commander in history. 1t is
so whether the distinguished English
soldier, who himself has fought in SIX
or seven wars, said it or no. General
Forrest fought against tremendous
odds almost always. His ingenuity, his
readiness, his faithful resource, his
Tapidity of movement, his dash, his
resoluts Will. his power over men, his
own splendid personal daring and
courage, made him a wonder, and
rendered him a constant perpleXity
and alarm to the generals on the
Northern side. While he was defeat
ed it was because of the overwhelm-
ing odds against him. but in spite of
this. he sometimes gained victories
that were most memorable. With
Lord Wolsley among English soldiers,
and General 10. Johnston among
Southern soldiers, putting Forrest in
the front rank, and many others Civ
ing the highest praise to him. as may
be seen in DR.. Wyeth's important
large volume, it is apparent that the
Tennesseean has a right to a very high
place among the worlds commanders.
l believe myself, who am no soldier
that General Lee is the greatest SOL
der of America. Lord Wolsley says he
is a greater soldier than Wellington,
as | understand. Another distinguish
ed military authority classed him with
Wellington. Col Henderson evident
ly puts him first, even above Stone
wall Jackson. But next to Lee the
tinent is Bedford Forrest. Let me
again quote from Mr.. Brady, a North
ern author of repute:
Tho cradle and the grave had
contributed to fill up a weak, ilI-arm-
ed, unequipped, inefficient force, great
ly inferior in numbers to that opposed
TO it, and which even his transcendant
genius for warfare could not render
effective, but in all other circum-
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1905-06-11
ESTIMATE OF MILITARY GENIUS
OF NATHAN BEDFORD FORREST.
BY DIR. t. b. KINGsBURY.

was published some three or four
years ago. 1t was a biography of some
405 pages and was by Captain J. Har-
vey Mathes. / have not seen the
volume, but read a review of it some
time ago.
Rev. Cyrus Townsend Brady, North
ern writer of talent, says this of the
great captain and his life by DR..
WXeth:
Il we'll remember the early teach
ing that 1 received about Forrest and
Fort Pillow. For many years / be-
lfeved him to be a treacherous and
ferocious murderer which belief was
effectually and forever dispelled by the
exhaustive and admirable life of the
great captain by Dr. John Wyeth, pub
lished three years ago, and which will
probably remain the standard life of
Forrest for all times. That compre-
hensive although somewhat unwield-
~ and expensive book, is now supple
mented by smaller, more compact
more concise volume upon the same
subject, in that excellent Great Com
manders Series"
Mr.. Brady denies him the highest
place simply because of opportunity.
If President Davis had properly re-
cognized Forests magnificent genius
for command, he would have been at
the head of the Southern army when
such a poor stock of a commander as
Bragg was put in the foremost place.
Brady says:
Among these great captains Forrest
legitimately holds a deservedly high
place. There are some who put him
at the top, but that is position which
he cannot rightly occupy, for whatever
his capaCity-and it was certainly
lacked opportunity in
that large field for which his talents
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1905-06-11

Quite recently Tennessee erected a
bronze statue to its greatest genius
and native citizen, at Nashville. This
was justly, appreciatively, grandly
done. There is but one native born
American who deserves a statue or
monument more than Lieutenant-Ge
eral Nathan Bedford Forrest The
speaker on the occasion, eve do not
recall the name), referred to his
"masterful prowess and martial
genius" and the persons contributing
set forth their admiration and said:
eve declare this durable testimo-
NAL so imposing, so impressive and
so expressive of the character and
career of the man, to be the imperish-
able proclamation of our veneration
for his memory, our gratitude for his
services and sacrifices, and our ad-
miration for his valor and genius"
Then il was urged ny the same per-
sons. or by their speaker. who pre-
scented the most suitable memorial, Il
forgot which, for | merely glanced at
the report, that His natural endow-
ments. both physical and mental, were
extraordinary. He began his military
career at the age of 40, the same age
at which Caesar began his conquest
of the nations and, like the great
Roman. he never lost a battle. He
was one of the worlds few command
ers who could personally engage in
the combat and at the same time di-
rect the action of his men. He ac-
more with the resources
at his command than any commander
developed by the war-at the same
time displaying more personal prOwess
than any, and thereby establishing a
greater claim than any to be called
the American Mars
hold that to be rational and just
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1905-06-11
MARYLAND, MY MARYLAND.
Mr.. James X. Randall, It's Author,
Tells Story of The Song.
New Orleans Picayune.)

James r. Randall, author of the
celebrated poem, Maryland, My
Maryland, was present on Wednesday
night at the meeting of the louisiana
Historical Society, and was elected an
honorary member. He was revisiting
this city after an absence of Is years,
and in the short talk he gave the mem
bers of the Society, after having been
by Prof. Alcee FOrtier, the
president, Mr.. Randall gave some
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22
A Bit of Superstftfon.

"I've heard tales of superstitious
women" said the very obliging young
man to the Philadelphia Record, "but a
woman who lives in our neighborhood
has them all beaten. She occupies a
twin house just above ours and, des-
pite her constant dissertations on hoo
dooism, is rather unpopular. The 9th
er day she went out without her key
and when she returned home could not
get in. She was on the pavement al
most crying when I came along. Nat
urally l offered to assist by climbing
In window. went to the twin house
and, climbing through a second story
window, got on the porch. Then l
squeezed through tiny bathroom win
dow into her house. After I opened
her front door l started to leave, when
she stopped me. With evident embar-
rassment she explained that If l left
by any other route than the one by
which I entered death would surely
visit the house. Summed up, she want
ed me to climb back over the roofs.
Well, as she is young and pretty and
I'm obliging, 1 did it, but you can bet
the next time she loses her key some
one else will jeopardize his life"
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22

Ponteness In Japan n not ct all con-
hnsd to .Aa upper circles, ~ you i'm
asins. Servants are just a. puncdl-
3ously polite to each other as their
masters. When they meet in the street
they will smile correctly at the proper
distance from each other. On drawing
nearer they smile again, according to
DE etiquette prescribed, and then after
bows OF tho finest and most minute
significance tina gacdAnsg Of one house
will address the betto (hsrse .groom)
Of another with some such phrase as,
s'1t is long since have hung upon your
honorable eyelids7" And the other will
answer, please excuse my rudensss
at the last time we met" And IL by
any chance they have occasion to
punch one another's heads they won't
part until they have expressed, with
many bows, their mutual regret that
their meeting has not been under more
pleasant conditions.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22
As Requested.

A pigeon flying enthusiast recently
related the following amusing expert
ence: One morning he found a strange
bird in his cot. The owner evidently
belonged to the association, for there
was a numbered ring on the birds leg
The finder at once wrote OF to the
general secretary acQuainting him with
the facts and quoting the number on
the ring. BY referring to his books the
secretary soon found the name and ad.
dress Of the owner, who was at once
made aware OF the whereabouts OF hia
bird.
A day or two later tfe finder received
the following communication from the
owner:
sir-I understand you have q homina
pigeon OF mine. Lfberate him at once
How dare you keep my hird7 Yours,
X. z.
The same morning the indignant K
Y. received the following laconic reply
by telegram:
Blanktown. s:1S q. m-Bird liberated.
Then the following:
s;17 q. m.-Cat got him.
STRAY Stories.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22
Annual Spring Excursion.

Via the D. S. S. T. A. R'y. and the
d. Il c. N. Co. Steamers to Detroit,
Toledo, Cleveland and Buffalo, re
turning same route. The folio wing
round trip fares will be in effect:
From Saxton to Detroit $1,000, to
Toledo 5000, to Cleveland $11.50;
and to Buffalo $l2 90. Tickets will
also be sold to Cheboygan, Alpena,
Harbor Beach and Port Huron at
the same rate as to Detroit. Dates
of sale June 9Th, 9th, 18th and 18th.
and made good to return until the
steamer leaving Detroit June Goth,
18th, July 3rd and 9TH pectively.
Cleveland and Buffalo tickets will be
valid for return, leaving those points
on the day previous to return limit,
for Detroit tickets in each case.
Meals and berths and stateroons
Apply at once to A. B. Noble, Ticket
Agent.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22

terraces for q time, his head barred to
the olive tree and went down the path
to investigate. AS he neared the tree
he caught the sound Of q woman's SPAS
modic sobs He stopped and peered
through the darkness. What he saw
beneath the olive tree lifted great
grim smile to his lips
mo, no." the girl was saying wildly,
II cannot let you go. 1t will break my
heart"
His sons voice answered soOthingly:
ut is best that should 60, dear. 1t
prove I'm worthy Of you, and then I'll
come back to claim YOU
"Optimistic young IDIOT muttered
Orne senior as he strobe into the circle
Of dim light. Ethelyn gave little star
tied cry, and Orne junior glared at him
savagely.
ut seems" said Orne senior, with Icy
compOsure, that you haven't made
trouble enough, but must needs add
this Lothario business to your already
large repertory of transgressions."
Young Orne's face vent black. His
fists clinched. For a moment it look
ed as If he would strike the elder man.
Then with an effort he controlled him
self.
Say what you like about my other
affairs, but kindly leave this to me-"
he said in voice hoarse with anger.
You're not worthy to worship the
ground she treads on" said the elder
Orne.
"Good God, don't know thatr' said
his son. He turned on his heel.
Hold on. Sir Touchstone!' said his
father. ''Wait minute, can't your"
Young Orne turned. "Well?" he chal-
lenged
A rare smile curved the mouth of the
elder Orne
Your spirit in this thing is all very
fine" he said grimly, 'but you'll very
likely find the world a tougher propo-
sition than you imagine, especially if
you assail it penniless. l said I'd cut
you off without cent, and / will"
The harsh voice softened wonderfully
''I'll give it to Ethelyn instead"
He shuff1ed up the path toward the
villa and left them there in amazed
silence.
A gust Of wind ratified the gray olive
leaves. The little lantern swayed dan
gerously. Its paper cover caught fire
from the f1uttering candle. There was
momentary fash Of fame, then dark
ness.
Your little lantern of the soul has
gone out" she said.
Anyway, it stood no show with the
greater light we have found" he re-
piled.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22
A PuzzleN orth HavInA

DR.. G. G. Green, of Woodbury.,
New Jersey, whose advertisement
appears IN our paper regularly, will
mail TO any one sending two ce1t
stamp to pay postage, one of his
new German Syrup and August
Flower Puzzles, made of wood and
glass. 1t arnuses and perpIexes
young and old. Although very diff
cult, it can be mastered. Mention
this paper
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22

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Syrup Of Tariff it fails to cure you
cough or cold, We also guarantee
rs cent bottle to prove satisfactory
or money refunded.
Fox Bros. Pharmacy.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22

Cleanse your system all of impuri
ties this month. Now is the time
to take HOLSTERS Rocky Noun tain
Tea. 1t will keep you we'll all sum-
mer. 35 cents, Tea or Tablets.
Fox Bros.
The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22
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The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22
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The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1905-06-22

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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07
DeCOrah Horses Win.

In the West Union races last week,
the opening meet of the Cedar Valley
Racing Circuit, the Decorah horses
both won first money and added re-
putations for speed. In the 2 10 pace
Baby Kid took three straight heats,
winning the first heat in 2:l2, which
is said to be the fastest heat ever
paced on a half mile track in the month
of May. This indicates that she is
in the pink of condition, and barring
mishap will show wonderful record
this year. In the 2:l7 pace f. w.
Boyd's Crescance took three straight
heats and the race in a pretty contest.
The meet is being held at Nashua
this week.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07
Received By Crown Prince.

A distinguished honor was conferred
upon Prof. Gisle Bothne. of Luther
College, who has been spending the
year in Europe, Oh last week Tuesday.
Upon returning to Copenhagen after
making scientific investigation in
Greece, he was given an audience with
Crown Prince Gustaf. who invited
the professor to dinner. His numerous
friends at home will rejoice in this
mark of distinction accorded him by
royalty.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

! stand now with my face toward
the setting sun, without single re-.
gret. for know that day by 6s
month by month and year by year. our
common country grows in capacity of
self government, and it is better
today than it has ever been before,
and will be better next year than
this year. Speaker Cannon.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07
FAMOUS BAND IS COMING.
L0mbardo's Players to Be with New
Parker Amusement Co.

Raver q Darnaby, part owners OF
the New Parker Amusement Co.,
which will present their great carni.
val here June 26 to July 1. have re-
ceived contracts from G. B. Lombardo,
instructor Of the Cosmopolitan Con-
servatory of Music, New York. and
late of the Royal Academy of Music
Of Venice, Italy, for the American
tour Of his famous Venice City Royal
Italian Band of twenty-five members.
The story Of the many difficulties
encountered by them prior to signing
of contracts with Lombardo, is an
interesting one. Early in January
Harry Raver went East to look for
novelties and attractions. While in
Philadelphia he attended one of
Lombardo's concerts at the music
hall. An extract from the Record
gives the following: "Lombardo and
his great Quarter Hundred concluded
their highly successful seriesIof con.
certs at the music hall tonight. There
was much to be accomplished by
Lombardo, ana much was expected
even demanded-of him, but he
acquitted himself with brilliant dis
tinction. 1t was expected that he
would be emotionally intense and
that he would illustrate the render
ing of each number with a series of
impossible contortions. This has lately
become associated with leaders of
Italian bands. He was not disappoint-
ing in this respect, but he is some.
thing more. He is young and pas
sionate. He has the fire and tempera-
ment and enthusiasm of his land. He
is simeon with all the Intoxicating
emotions of the Orient. Lombardo
is more like feet cOurser who takes
the bit in his teeth and bolts with
it. He has reading of his own. At
times his genius shows itself in a
way that is terrifyingly beautiful,
and the audience wonders how he has
arrived at such tremendous results. -
When Mr.. Raver suggested an en-
gagement the Italian laughed al the
idea and said he had more contracts
offered him then for appearances in
the large cities than he could pos
sibly fill, and would not like to con-
slider an engagement with "hooche-
cooche'' carnival show under any
circumstances.
Much time was then spent in out
lining the New Amusement Co. and
the many high class features it would
do was finally convinced that the
f" Parkerities'' knew not the words
"hOoche- -cooche'' or the vulgar ex-
hibition they implied, that the show
was as reputable and meritorious as
his band, and that the great Lombardo
could be made still greater by season
spent with it.
After many hours of discussion, the
famous director was finally induced
to quote his lowest salary for band
of twenty-five pieces, for season of
twenty or more weeks.
The figure quoted was an extrava-
CANT one, but was accepted and con-
tracts were drawn up.
A private car has been built for the
exclusive use of Lombardo and his
band, and their first ublic appearance
west of Pittsburg, Pa. will be in
Decorah during the carnival in June.
Col. LaVelle, who had charge of Bat
tie Abbey at the Worlds fair and has
conducted Pains spectacles for years,
will have the management of the
Singing Girls of Bagdad" who are to
be one company's big attractions.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

As the result Of movement inaug.
urated in Iowa by Col NJ. B. Davis,
Of Sioux City. and Capt. ]. F. Merry.
Of Dubuque, the Grand Army Of the
Republic is to be asked at the national
encampment this year in Denver to
hold the encampment next year among
the confederate veterans Of the south
for the Arst time in its history. II
IL suggested that the veterans Of the
north gather at vicksburg. q place OF
much historic interest to the gray
haired men who fought for the pre-.
servation Of the union In the dark days
Of the rebellion.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

DR.. Greshom Hill, formerly of the
Independence hospital, has bought the
Callahan home at Des Moines and
will establish there private sanitar-
ium for mental and nervous diseases.
Such an establishment under his
direction will be a decided acquisition
to the state. te.-Dubuque Times.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

In the first awards of the Carnegie
Hero Fund last week an Iowa heroine
came in for medal. She is Miss
Lavina Steele Of Des Moines, who on
Dec 9, 1904, saved the life of George
E. Hill, law student at Iowa City by
skating to where Hill had broken
through the ice and dragging him to
safety.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

We have seen a copy Of the Murray
County Herald, new paper issued
by Lynch q Haislet at Slayton, MINI.
Mr.. Haislet has been doing pretty
well in the newspaper business since
leaving Decorah, and We hope that
the new venture will be q success. The
copy sent certainly shows q prosperous
business.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

The Milwaukee railroad has decided
to discontinue the Sunday excursion
business. This decision will meet
with the approval Of great majority
Of the people.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

1t is now pointed out with pride by
Milwaukeeians that Banker Bigelow
did not steal $4,000, 600; the books
only show shortage of $a,777.278.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

Wouldn't it be annoying il Gov.
LaFollette were to think Of some
other laws that he wanted passed,
after he had laid down the reins?
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

Flag day comes on June l4th, and
Gov. Cummins has issued proclama.
tion urging a proper observance Of
the same, calling upon the people to
foat Old Glory over church, school,
work shop, store and dwelling, and
to set apart this day upon which the
flag shall be made the shrine of
patriotic devotion.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

What with its governor, its mules.
and its battleships, Missouri must feel
that she has them all distanced in the
matter of fighting equipment.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

II 1t is true. as stated by the Depart.
ment of Agriculture, that Yerba mate,
new tea, prevents hunger, it is now
up to the public to purchase goodly
supply Of it and make faces at the beef
trust.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

"Say, did you ever see a lady carry
a new spring hat homer" inquiries the
Spencer News. "Hat in large paper
sack, held by right hand at arm &
length. left hand holding empty purse.
face wreathed in the latest spring
smiles. Franklin County Recorder.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

On July lst Paul Morton will
resign his position as Secretary Of
the Navy, and Charles Jerome Bona
parte of Baltimore will succeed HIM.
Secy. Morton will become connected
with urban transportation in New
York City.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

An Iowa man has developed q hog
with two heads. This is no i'm.
provement, as we have too much
souse timber already. What we want
is hog with four hams. Iowa State
Register.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

The Wisconsin Legislature has
appropriated $90, 900 for state tuber-
culOsis sanitari um.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

Chicago has tired of government
by injunction, and is now trying COVER
nment by "brick bats. !"
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07

Let's see, who was it said the
woodmen picnic had not been Uroperly
advertised?
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1905-06-07
Current Comment.

It wasn't Togo that had to 60. II
was Togo that made the Russian to 90.