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Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Thought She Had rwIns.

Just outside of Berlin crowd Of
Somerset young folks on their way to
White Horse were attracted by the
bawiing of COW whose calf had got
down over an embankment. The calf
was returned to its mothers side and
one of the young men was telling his
girl how the cow actually licked his
hand in gratitude when she told him
that 1t wasn't gratitude at all. the COW
only thought she had ins.-Meyers-
dale (Pa.) Commercial.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
soiled Embroidery.

Because heavy linen embroidery in
close or open work happens to be a
fashionable trimming item on all sorts
OF costumes 1t does not fol'ow-nor
was 1t ever intended to mean-that
any old half -soiled bit might be put
to service in that way. Yet the craze
has led to this abuse. and ruined
many an otherwise new and pretty
suit, which one might have admired.
An antique lace or embroidery is one
thing. the soil upon It is another
Nothing excuses the latter. upon
either new or old.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Ounce Parfait.

Beat the yolks Of three eggs until
thick, then add slowly three-fourths
OF cupful of slrup drained from pre-
served ounces. Cook in a double
boiler until thick custard Remove
from the fire. and whip until cool and
light. Whip one pint of cream to a
stiff. dry froth. fold 1t gently into the
duncc custard. and put into a plain
mold. Pack in ice and salt. and let
stand four hours to rlpen. When time
to serve. turn out carefully on shall
Low glass dish. and heap sweetened
whipped cream around it.-Woman's
Home Companion.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
salon Tor Mu.,ca, Exr,b,.,on.

Paris has started the idea of a salon
for musical exhibitions" to be con-
Quoted on the same lines as those de-
voted to the pictorial and plastic arts.
In such salon, provided with all the
requisite advantages in the matter of
instruments and acoustics. French
composers of the day will be enabled
to give practical exhibits of their
work by performing the same at stat
ed times during the season before a
jury.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
First Balloon Ascent.

The first ascent of a balloon was
in June, 1888, when fire balloon, So
feet in diameter, made by Montgolfier,
rose to height of 1.500 feet. In the
following November the first ascent i'll
which human beings were the cargo
took place. Montgolfier was one of
the party that made short trip with
out accident.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Thought He Knew Him.

AS Willie was looking out of the
front window he saw his grandfather
pass by the house. and calling to his
mother. who was not now on speaking
terms with her parent, because little
Willie tore up some flowers in the old
mans garden, said: Mamma, amt
that Bill Woods? Usen't he be my
grandfather once?"
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Swans in Battle ROYAL.

A fight to the death between two
full-grown swans was Witnessed in the
Wyck, a tributary Of the English
Thames. They could not be sepa-
rated. and continued until one died
Of exhaustion. The other was severely
injured about the neck.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
French Army Methods.

In the French army an officer whose
duty 1t is to report on junior is oblig-
ed to show him the original report
and obtain his signature to 1t, as
proof that he has made himself mas
ter of the contents. The general Of
ficer is not permitted to express any
opinion on the matter until he obtains
from the one accused written de-
fense.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
London Hospital Service.

OF accidents alone there are treat
ed yearly in the London hospitals, in
cluding the suburban ones, over 30O,-
000 The bandages used, If fastened
together end to end, would suffice to
go round the earth at the equator;
and every month more than ten tons
of timber are split into splints.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
The Raven in the Desert.

BY long odds the most common bird
of the desert is the raven. Black
croaker though he. be. the raven does
not appear the bird of i'll omen as he
goes Tapping across the sky line that
he does when seen here and amid
more beautiful surroundings.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Some Pia superstitions.

Another example of pig superst-
tion is found in the mythology of the
east, from which one learns that when
the earth was hidden away by the NAL
Ice of a giant, the god Vishnu took
upon himself the form Of great oar.
This animal had fiery tusks. with
which 1t rooted the earth up from the
depths OF Patalas, putting 1t once more
in its proper place.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
For Eaj, Wear,

The most fashionable materials for
the autumn have a lustrous finish
Broadcloths which are as glossy as
satin will be much worn and Henri
eta cloth and cashmere. For every.
day frocks there are the supple
French serges. the wool mixtures in
fascinating color combinations, the
Venetian cloths. and the perennially
popular cheviots and tweeds.
The circular skirt will be prominent
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
"reminiscences.

Marie. (after the honeymoon)-M
dear, here is the tree under which you
kissed me for the first time,
NaX-You're always raking up old
memories. I'll have that tree cut
down.
Marie (after the tree has been cut
dowW-Do you remember, Max, dear,
this is the very spot where the tree
grew? (Tab!eaux.)
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
London Suburban Traffic.

In the London morning rush hours.
before 1920, the number of persons
who entered the city by train and ON
nibus from the suburbs on recent
day when they were officially counted
was: From the west, 77,S9S; from the
north, 115,109; from, the east. 1877
479; from the southeast. 1882: from
the southwest, S2,327. Total, 516,1
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Women Well Paid,

The salary of the woman buyer is
often exaggerated, but as a matter of
fact it varies very much according to
the department and the demands made
upon it. Many of them get $40 a week
or $4,000 year, and here and there IL
one who gets salary between $4,000
and $4,000 year. But while some
have large pay, there are more who
have not
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Inertia.

The City Boarder-Things are mo-
notonous here. l look out across the
cornfield and that awful scarecrow is
always standing motionless in the
same place. If it's not taken away I'll
go crazy!"
Farmer oddershucks-That amt
no scarecrow, ma'am. That there's
the hired man.-Cleveland Leader
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
He's "it."

Rabid Scientist-Do you mean to
tell ME that You don't believe one iota
of my theory of evolution?
Dub-at-Science-Oh, no-not exact
ly. What I mean to say is that after
hearing you talk I've decided that Oar
win is way off! The link isn't miss
ing at all.-Detroit Free Press.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
. Old Hats Go To Africa

Africa is the land for old top hats
Cylinders which formerly graced the
heads OF Bond street fops are now
being worn by the swells of Swat
land, Ashanti and Senegambia. A Bel
gian firm, which trades with the Con-
go. every year exports over 10000
Old top hats, mostly bought through a
London dealer.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
A travelling Hint.

"Wherever I go" said the expert
enced woman traveller. 81 carry a
light with me. One can never tell
when It will be needed. In small
and convenient box in my suitcase I
have white wax candle and tiny
box OF matches that strike easily. I
can get at these In minute and
wouldn't feel safe to 20 to bed with.
o,,t tflem near at hand.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
"Fresh Laid" Ecus.

How long is an egg fresh laid? %,
asked a London judge of witness.
"As long as it is good" replied the
witness. The London newspapers
duly record this incident, but what
pleases them most about it is that the
name of the judge who asked the ques-
ton is Bacon.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

easplpss Originally Norwegian.
It Is curious fact that bagpipes
were invented in Norway and thence
imported into Scotland in q period
when a portion Of the country fell into
Scandinavian hands. fH Lf
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Mrs. Wiaas' School.

Now, children said Mrs. Wigs,
I'VE will study the days of the week
When the day after tomorrow is yes.
terday, to-day will be as far from
Sunday as to-day was from Sunday
when the day before yesterday was to-
morrow. Then what day of the week
is to-day. ."-Woman's Home CompaE-
ion.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Sharks Attack soatman.

While fishing in shallow water In
San Francisco bay, in boat. Daniel
Smith was attacked by q school OF
sharks. He fought them with boat.
hook. and finally managed to reach
shore exhausted.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Then He cheered up.

A witness in a case at Paris had his
hat stolen while he was in the box. He
cried: "They have stolen my Panama
M. lie President. 1t was a magnif-
cent new Panama, and l gave lot Of
money for it." "Ah," said the judge
soothingly, they wouldn't have stolen
1t If it had been an old one" The un-
fortunate man cheered up at once.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
School for Hat Making.

A central school of hat making and
for the cultivation and improvement
of toquilla straw, has been established
In the district of Arraijan (Panama).
The school is provided for by govern
ment funds and will be under the au-
thority of the minister OF public
works.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Politician. and the Truth.

No politician can afford to tell the
truth-that is to say. exactly what he
thinks. And no politician can safely
tell lie. unless he has a good mem
ory. But then a man without a good
memory doesn't amount to much as a
politician.-Boston Transcript.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Troublesome White Ants.

II cost the town of Sydney, New
South Wales, $1,000 to ant-proof the
organ in the town hall. This organ.
the finest in Australia. was invaded
by white ants, and in short time the
pipes were pierced and the elbows de-
stroyed. The wooden floors had to be
raised and covered with metal to avoid
the pest.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Custom Of Mohammsa.n.

1t is a frequent custom among the
Mohammedans to write desirable
names on half dozen or more slips
of paper. These are placed in the
Koran, and the name on the first slip
drawn out is given to the child.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Scotland Today.

Both the old gaiety and the old
earnestness of Scotland have disap.
peared. At present Scotland is the
dreary paradise of bourgeois prosper
ity and sectarianism, country of Is
sects. 5000 churches, 300 bowling
green's, 250 golf courses-and no poet.
-Malagrowther, in the National Re-
view.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
HeIojnu Him.

Jack Timmid = Congratulate me.
May has accepted
Cousin Kate-Of course told you
I'd help you after she refused you the
last time.
Jack Timmid-Ob. did you put in a
good word for me?
Cousin Kate-Several. l intimated
to May that was after you myself.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
How Amelia PLAYS.

Afternoon callers at the home of
Mrs. Duplisse had just been favored
with an organ selection by that .lady's
young daughter.
Yes, Amelia play YER good. said
the hostess, in acknowledgment of the
companys praise. Amelia, she never
took no lesson, neider; she play en-
tirely wit her ears. Judge.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Keep Organs in Tune.

They attend to the comfort OF the
public ear in Belgium. At verviere
organ grinders are by law compelled
to appear every morning before the
police superintendent and play their
Instruments. The organs which chance
to be out of tune must be set in or
der before license to play in the
streets will be granted.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Leadino Question.

'Im at the point where don't know
which would be the best" said the Bill
vile farmer-"whether to raise big
watermelon crop or to whlrl in and
buy a railroad to haul the crops the
other fellers raise!"
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Market for ca.t.on Elmer.

German agents buy large Quantities
OF our CASTOR clothing for shipment
to South America The Indians and
negroids of Brazil buy women's hats
the chiefs extracting the feathers or
artificial flowers for their own adorn-
ment and giving the bare shapes to
their wives
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Pat Was Married.

Pat Murphy entered a Liverpool
railway station. 1t was going to be his
first ride on train; as he approached
the ticket office young lady called
for Mary Hill, single; 1t happened to
be station on the line. Our hero's
turn came next. He shouted, pat
Murphy, married."
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Bishop Mevieker's Large Family

Bishop McVicker of Rhode Island.
in speaking Of his great size. tells of
a time when he went to hire house
for himself and his sister, who is also
exceptionally large. Upon being asked
by the landlord If his family was large
the bishop replied: Yes, my family is
very large, but not numerous"
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Real or Eaneied Ratr.

What can do for you, sire" asked
the drug clerk.
well" replied the man, my room
was full. of rats last night and !
wait"
Yes, sir" interrupted the bright
clerk, "bromo for yourself or strych.
ulre for them?"
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
An Award for the Frame.

81 am glad you saw my painting"
said D'Auoer Il tell you I am proud
of that honor"
What honor?' inquired Dumley.
Didn't you see the label, honorable
mention on it?"
Not on your painting. That was
on the frame."-Sketch.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
A REGULAR cuotomer.

Mrs. Wigg docking at the hearse
which Is about to take her fifth to
his last resting place)-But didn't
order all these expensive plumes.
Undertaker-No. mum. We throw
those in on consideration OF your be.
Ing such a regular customer. Mrs.
Wigg.-Judge.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Prison Cell Too Small.

After being sentenced to short
term OF imprisonment for minor Of
fense, George Schmiedhuber, Vienna
cab driver. notorious for his immense
girth, had to be released because the
cells were too small for him.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Once Only,

Love in early youth-passionate
fierce. irresponsible love-can come
but once a life. 1t is, in fact, an in
dication of deviation. II the truth
were known the pleasant feature of
first love would prove to be its mem.
ory.-Charles J. Norris in Fortnightly
Review.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Mexico. oanaereu. Volcano.

Colima is the most troublesome Of
all Mexican volcanoes at present. and
on more than one occasion 1t has CIV
en- sufficient motive to cause people
to be afraid OF it. Like vesuvius, Co
lima is constantly putting and smok-
ing. but from time to time goes to
sleep only to resume activity.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Rattan Furniture,

Rattan furniture was first made in
the United States with bamboo and a
kind of seagrass imported from China.
The Chinese have now learned the
trick, and make this furniture in large
quantities. The grass grows in un-
limited quantities in the salt water
marshes along ne coast.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

Its just like camera" muttered
the night editor. ringing for messcn-
ger boy for the fourth unavailing time.
Whats like camera?" asked the
city editor.
This messenger call. You press
the button and the boy takes a rest"
Cleveland Leader.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Doino Good.

Aristotle says: "All actions have
tendency to reproduce themselves and
thus to produce habits, or states of the
will By doing just things a man be-
comes just; by doing brave things he
becomes brave"
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Heard !. the summer R..or..

"Maw, Is Mr.. Gouger the man what
keeps our hotel?"
Yes, dear"
'An' they call MIN proprietor don't
they. maw?"
Yes, my child"
"Why do they call him proprietor,
maw?"
'Out of politeness, my son. To call
him highwayman would not sound
nice.'-Louisvile Courier-Journal.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
EnaIand,s Famous colIsas.

The Royal College Of Surgeons has
had a history Of 400 years into which
a good deal Of romance enters. It was
founded In the reign Of James ". of
Scotland. just eight years before, the
fatal battle OF Flodden.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
English EpItaph.

A death notice in an English news
paper terminates thus: AT rest with
the Lord. Friends accept this intima-
tion."
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Mexican Volcanoes.

The main Mexican volcanoes are
Popocatepetl. Orizaba. Ixtaccihuatl,
Nevada Of Toluca. Perote. Tancitaro.
Patamban. Ajusco. Tuxtla, Sangan.
guey, Colima and San Francisco
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

Composition Of British Army.
In the British army tho proportion
Of Scotch is s62 per cent; Irish. 1918:
English, 1923. In the British navy
the proportion OF English is still
larger.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

sehiller's Liking for Apples.
One habit Of Schiller's was a pas-
sion for the smell of an apple. He
used to cut an apple into quarters and
keep them in the drawer of his writ
ing tablet. P.'s Weekly.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Eircc. Indeed,

"Now," said the teacher. who had
been describing the habits of bears.
what is the fiercest animal in the po-
lar regions. Johnny"
"Why y-er-er--" stammered Johnny.
Come. don't you remember? The
pol"
"Oh. sure! The polecat."
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Millions Differ.

The word billion" in England and
the colonies means a million millions.
In the United States, 1t means thou.
sand millions.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Enoland's Last PLAQUE.

Tue last outbreak OF the plague in
England was In 1663-5. when the Great
Plague Of London brought the city
to ruin.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
A Daily Ihouaht.

Women respect a man whom they
cannot deceive, but only when he has
the generosity to warn them of Ills
discernment.--John Oliver Hobbies.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Only In the Nsxsls.

1t Is all right for sweet. sensitive
soul" to appear In the novels. but II
is terribly uncomfortable getting along
with any Of them outside OF books
Atchison Globe.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

Man 10 Common Enemy.
A woman In New England says that
man has only one enemy, himself;
and woman has only one enemy. and
that Is man.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
prove. GOOD ,nve,,ment.

In turning over the leaves of book
which he had bought for pence Mt
a London bookstall. tho purchaser
found therein two E5 notes which
were dated May. 1878.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Officials Discard Wigs.

The provincial Legislature Of British
Columbia has passed a law abolishing
the wearing of wigs as al accompani.
ment of offcial attire.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Proof Positive.

You reckon dar's any watermelons
In heaven?"
Go long. man. Would II be heaven
ef dey wuznt?"-Atlanta Constitution
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
At Times.

Patience-Did she dress much at
the beach? l -
Patrice-why. yes; when she wasn't
bathing.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

First Insurance. Company.
The first insurance company was
established in 1905. 1t was called the
AmIcable. and it's headquarters were
In London.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
credulous Pafialana.

More than 1000 people earn a Iiv-
ing in Paris by fortune telling, and
their total yearly earnings are esti-
mated at $2,000,00O.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

Needs Of the Average Man.
The average man wants all the com.
forts OF home in his club and all his
club comforts at home Philadelphia
Record.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

valenciennes lace was used In the
blouses pictured-allover lace, trim
med with tiny ruffies of edging that
matched the allover in design running
around the sleeves, down the front
and outlining the oddly-shaped yoke.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Tarrltorx of India.

Territory Of india.
The Empire Of India extends over
territory larger than the continent
Of Europe. without Russia.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

Walnut Rails Last Long.
Walnut rails have q remarkably
long life. Many are still In use which
were split more than nfty years ago.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05

Permission to Marry.
German postofice employees must
obtain the special permission Of the
government before they may marry.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
WORLD OF FASHION.
STYLES AND FABRICS THAT ARE
POPULAR.

Suit in Brown and White Shepherds
Plaid-Blouse Of Valenciennes Lace
Scented Hair a Late Ead-Hint
for the Traveller.
Gilpin observer., 1905-10-05
Horrors Of journalism.

"Oh. sure! The polecat."
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1905-02-15
Deafness Cannot Be Cured

- SNAASoo ~ MAI IVA
by local applications, as they can
not reach the diseased portion of
the ear. There is only one way
to cure deafness, and that is by
constitutional remedies Deaf
ness is caused by an infamed
condition of the mucous lining Of
the Eustachian tube. When this.
tube is inf1amed you have a rum. :.
bling sound or imperfect hearing
and when it is entirely closed,
deafness is the result, and unless
the inflammation can be taken
out and this tube restored to it's
normal condition, hearing will be
destroyed forever; nine cases out
of ten are caused by catarrh,
whichis nothing but an infamed
condition Of the mucous surfaces.
We will give one hundred dol
lars for any case of deafness
(caused by catdrrb) that can not
be cured by Halls Catarrh Care.
r J. Cheney & Co.,
Toledo, 0.
Take Halls Family Pills for
consultation.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1905-02-15
COMM TTEE
APPOINTED.
Librarian Names Those Who
Will Serve on Committees
Ensuing Year.

Mrs. A. b. Henderson presi-
dent OF the Bemidji Public lib
rary, has given out the names of
those who will serve on commit
tees for the ensuing year. Fol
lowing is the list.
Ways and Means Mrs. j. M.
Richards. Mrs. Vim. McCuaig,
Mrs. P. j. Russell.
Rules and Regulations Mrs.
j. J. Trask, Mrs. B. r. Evans,
Mrs. B. III. Marcum.
Membership Mrs. b. 3. Nc
Donald, Mrs. r. w. Hitchcock,
Mrs. J. A. Ludington.
It has been arranged to held
regular meetings Of the library
board the first Tuesday of each
month.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1905-02-15
Art Calendar.

The new Resinol Art Calender
for 1905 is one Of the m.st beauti
full calendars ever issued. Six
sheets of heavy enameled paper
contain on one side six beautiful
color designs of babies and child
ren, while on the reverse sides
are drawings depicting child life
with space for the notation Of
baby's sayings and doings." It
is a work Of art that will delight
a mothers heart. Sent postpaid
by the Resinol Chemical com.
pany o. Baltimore, Md, for two
wrappers from Resinol soap or
one wrapper and Is cents; or for
40 cents the calendar and cake
of Resinol soap will be sent.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1905-02-15
Perfect Confidence.

Where there used to be a feel
ing of uneasiness and worry in
the household when a child show
ed symptoms Of Group, there is
now perfect confidence. This is
owing to the uniform success of
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy in
the treatment of that disease.
Mrs. NJ. [. Basford of Poolesville
Md, in speaking Of her expert
ence in the use of that remedy
says: II have world of conf
dence in Cham berlain's Cough
Remedy for | have used it with
perfect success. My child Gar
land is subject to severe attacks
of Group and it always gives him
prompt: relief" For sale at Bark
er's drug store.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1905-02-15

James Dempsey arrived in the
city last night from Grand Rap
ids and will remain here for sew
eral days. Mr.. Dempsey is the
senior member of the firm of
Dempsey & Daughterty and ex-
poets to secure a contract for
grading a partof the new Crooks
ton Lum Der company s extension
north from Wilton.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1905-02-15
When You Have a Cold.

The first action when you have
a cold should be to relieve the
lungs. This is best accomplished
by the. free use of Chamberlain S
Cough Remedy. This remedy
liquefies the tough mucus and
causes its expulsion from the air
cells Of the lungs, produces a
free expectoration, and opens the
secretions. A complete cure soon
follows. Sold at Bankers drug
store.