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Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1906-07-28
A WOOD SAVING FLY.
The Tool with which 1t Makes a
Cradle For It's Young.

Tne TOOL Wn1cn Makes u
Cradle For It's Young.
It Is marvellous how many of the tiny
creatures In the insect world conceal
and preserve their eggs. Some will
deposit them In extraordinary places:
others will insert them In the skins Of
their eggs where the young grub, after
coming from the egg, finds food close
at hand.
Among these last mentioned are in
sects who bestow great labor In the
cradle of their young. The place they
select Is hard part Of leaf or the
woody branch Of tree. In this they
saw out a hole large enough to contain
their eggs, whence their name, saw
flies. For this purpose they are pro-
vided with an oviposltor Of peculiar
construction. 1t consists of two long
pieces closing like sheath over a
third.
In the tenthredo this third piece con-
tains two little saws, each Of which has
been compared to the tenon saw used
by the cabinetmakers. The tenon saw
Is single, but that Of the tenthredo Is
double, consisting of two distinct saws.
The insect In using them throws out
one saw and while 1t Is returning
pushes out the other.
This alternate motion Is continued
until the cut is made, when the two
saws, receding from each other, con-
duct the egg between them into its
place. Not only is the edge of the saw
notched into teeth, but on every tooth
q number of smaller teeth appear.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1906-07-28
A Parsons Swearing.

"Parson" Blodgett, former local
preacher residing in Linden. had In
'front.' of his house q watering trough
freely patronized by people riding by.
One evening a man hurriedly drove
up to water his horse, and the wheel
Of his wagon struck the trough vio-
lently. The "parson" came out hur-
riedly and cried Hog rabbited to
hemp seed tobacco! Can't you drive
straight
"Go in and shut the door," replied
the driver, land next time you want
to swear, parson, do 1t like other men,"
Boston Herald
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1906-07-28
Excursions e. j. as. R'y.

G. A. r. Natl Encampment, MINI.
eapolis. Mimi, Aug 10, IL, II. return
limit Aug. 3lst. Fare Sl210.
Dem. State Convention, Detroit,
Aug l; return limit Aug. 3, One fare
round trip plus 20 cents.
Epworth Lergue Rally at Luding-
ton. July 2l-23- 1921 81; return limit
Aug. 3lst. One fare round trip.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1906-07-28
Liquor In Candies.

jrPractically every known liquor, as
well as whisky and brandy, Is made
mp into candy i'm one form or an
other" says a Chicago confectioner.
"You can get in bonbons of various
kinds creme de menthe, cognac, kum-
mel. Chartreuse, cherry brandy or ben
edictine."
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
REASON MARK twain
IS SPELLING REFORHER

NEW YORK.. Sept 2O-AIark Twain
IS even q more advanced language re-
former than President Roosevelt. He
said IN an address last night that when
he had a contract with naeszine pub-
Usher 10 write at seven cents a word
that he never wrote 'AIetropolls'. sov
seven cents, because ]. can ger re
same money for city I never ,,.,,t.
policeman, because I can get me sar,e
price for cop 7 never write .X-alat,,4t
MARIAN az all, for not even hunger s1d
VreJchedness can humble me ~ ~.
point where I will do a word ike IN,
for seven cents. would not do it,
Continuing the story OF his tight With
the publisher for overtime ON lone
words. Mr.. Clemens declares:
II said 70 him, You ought at least
10 allow me overtime on that vvord
'eNtempo He coldIv r.
fused. ] seldom say q harsh word To
any one. but I was not master OF nv
self then, and ] spoke right out and
fSlled him an Anysodactylous Plesfo-
tE lrtan COnchyliaceous Ornithorhyncus
lie lived only two hours"
The Washington times., 1906-09-20

matte ana consular service, he always
got il through as he had framed IT,
But he did still greater work. He was
one Of the real leaders. Kindly. coura ge-
Gus, courteous and energetic, he had a
big following among Republicans and
Democrats alike.
Last winter he announced that he
would not stand for reelection 70 Con-
gress on account OF his failing health
AT that time there vas some talk Of
the President giving him foreign mis-
sion as "a tribute 20 his work IN the
House and as a pleasant way for him 20
end his service Of his country. His
health rapidly became worse, however
and this plan was dropped.
AS a matter of fact. all last session
MI Hit had 10 be away from his work
and his position al the head OF the
committee table was taken by Repre-
sentative Adams Of Pennsylvania. who
committed suicide before the close Of
the session
He WIS born at Urbana, Ohio. Janu-
airy 16. 1894, ana moved 10 Ogle county.
III. IN 1887. He received his education
at Rock River Seminary (now Mt. Nor
ris College, and az DepaUw University.
From 1874 % 1881 he was first secre-
tary Of the United States legation at
Paris, leaving that post 10 accept the
position OF Assistant Secretary Of State.
He was first elected TO Congress as
Representative OF the Thirteenth MI
nois district In 1852. 20 I'LL a vacancy
caused by death. and had been a mem
Der ever since.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Tells of MantiS Brothers,
Robbery at Alex
andria
HELD FOR THE GRAND JURY
Temple Howser Admits Having En-
tered Store on Three
Occasions.
WASHINGTON TINES BUREAU.
a.

Temple Howser. who. as reported in
yesterdays Times. was arrested by Po-
lcemen Lyles and Jones on the charge
of stealing S62 from Mantis Brothers
was this morning held for the action OF
the grand jury by Justice Caton. How
ser confessed the robbery last Tuesday
night and stated that he was alone
that time, but that on two previous oc-
casions he had robbed Mantis Brothers.
being assisted by a Greek named VIII
liam Cheakalo.
Cheakalo was arrested IN Washington
yesterday, but his case was continued
for zen days on application Of Attorney
Harlow. who appeared for him. The
arrest Of Howser was the result OF de-
tective work on the part Of Lieutenant
Smith and Policemen Garvey. Bell.
Lyles, and Jones.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
TWO LITTLE ROAANGES
DOWN At ELLIS ISLAND

NEW YORK Sept. 20-Henry Hortz-
field. a prosperous farmer, from near
Topeka. Kan. met his mother at Ellis
Island today for the first time IN thirty
five years. She was just about 70 be
deported She Is now on her way West
with her new found son.
Hendrix BulaCus BraCk. or Paterson,
y. J., sent 20 Holland for Miss Maria
Christina Wilhelmiua COrlelia KOrueII-
ssen. his sweetheart OF boyhoOd. He
met her at the pier today and hastened
10 d justice Of the peace,
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
HE CREATES NEW FRUITS.

Luther Burbank. the eminent creator
or new fruits and flowers lives IN Santa
Rosa, Cal, where he is being flooded
with visitors constantly. In the year 1875
more than 5000 persons called 70 see
him. hordes of them being mere curl
Osity. seekers primed with all manner OF
foolish questions. At length Mr.. Bur-
bank was compelled 10 put up a number
OF sign boards with the customary warn
ing. Private grounds. Trespa assers viii
be prosecuted - These have brought a
considerable measure OF relief from the
intolerable annoyance.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Scheme to EnSndre
Mysterious HOudili
Employees of Kann Company Complete Spe-
CiaIly Constructed Box From Which Hand
cuff King Will Tomorrow Try to Escape.

In an effort to thwart Houdini, ''the
handcuI king" all Washington has ap-
parently become interested in arranging
some sort OF a device which VIII hold
him prisoner. and tomorrow night tho
first challenge which has been accepted
this week by Houdini viii be executed
on the stage at Chase's Theater,
Members OF the packing department
of S. Kann, Sons & Co, have been at
work some months on a scheme TO trap
HoUdiui They have completed a pack
ing box which they confidently believe
viii hold him prisoner. A few days ago
they sent a challenge TO him 10 try to
escape from the box and he has ac-
cepted He will make the attempt as q
part Of his regular performance to-
uf
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
His Escape in Philadelphia.
LARGEST STEEL PLATES.

The shell and boilers OF the new Gu
narder being built al wallsend, Eng
land, are said by Consul Metcalf to be
constructed of the LARGEST steel plates
in the world. They are silicon steel
Weighing ten tons each. The boilers
alone viii weigh over l 900 tons. Mas
slVe ingots and slabs weighing twelve
and fourteen tons, are continually pass
ing through the rolling mills there FOR
this work
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
THE FAT LADIES' CLUB
COMES TO TOWN ON FOGT

NEW YORK, Sept. "a party OF fat
women. none Weighing less than 200
pounds. and the leader easily 800
pounds. are visiting IN the city. They
arrived IN Jersey City over the Erie
railroad on an Orange county express
All wore little badges, and evidently be-
lOnged 10 some organIza ton.
Refusing information about them
selves, they tried 20 get cabs 20 take
them 70 New York They failed and
had 70 walk.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Fire Engine Expected Soon.

The new steam fire engine built for
the city Of Alexandria by the American
La France Company at Seneca Falls,
n. Y. viii on Friday next be shipped
% this city. The engine will arrive here
about the first of next week, but will
not be turned over TO the city until il
has been tested by an expert engineer
and pronounced satisfactory.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20

The congratulations Of the National
House of Representatives this morning
received a telegram announcing the
death Of Representative Robert r. Hit.
OF Illinois, al Narragansett Pier.
The body will be taken 10 Mount Nor
ris. i'll. the family home, Tor burial
A committee OF members OF the House
viii be appointed 10 attend ths funeral
Mr.. Hit was one OF tho Republican
leaders OF the House. Next to General
Bingham. Of Philadelphia, he had serv-
ed longer continuously than any mem
ber Of Congress.
Strengthened by his long experience
and gifted with a thorough knowledge
Of the diplomatic and consular service,
obtained by his work at the Paris iega-
tlon, Mr.. Hit rendered conspicuous
service as chairman Of the House Com
mittee on Foreign Affairs. When Mr.
Mitt brought his annual measure before
the House appropriating for the diplo-
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
woman Fined for Theft.

Willie Parks. a resident OF North Lee
street. was before Justice Caton in the
police court this morning on the charge
of stealing SO from c.. NJ. Knight. After
hearing the evidence in the case Justice
Cation fined Parks woman $40. She was
arrested by Policemen Henderson and
Beach
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
observance Of Holiday.

Today is being celebrated by the
lsraelltes of this city as Rosh Hashana.
The Hebrew New Year. Services were
held in the Synagogue, in North Wash
lAgton street last night and were con-
Quoted by Rabbi Louis kopald, Of the
IeDreW COLLEGE. Cincinnati
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Excursion TO Luna Park.

The trainmen Of the Washington.
Alexandria and Mt. Vernon Railway
Company viii give an excursion 10
Luna Park next Monday. All who go
with the trainmen are promised a good
time. Tickets are for sale by all the
trainmen on the electric cars between
this city and Washington.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Students Resume Studies.

Lieuts. c. n Smith and Leo T. Dow
ney; Sergts. r. p. A. Johnson. Ralph
McBuuey. Raymond Hoffman. and
William Hellmuth: Cadets Clark. Rog-
ers, Harris, WesJlaken, Watkins. and
Uhler left Alexandria for BIacksburg
last evening. where they will resume
their studies at the Virginia Polytechnic
Institute
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Underwent an Operation

Miss Minnie Thaler. daughter OF WI
liam Thaler, who was injured IN the
collision Of eletcric cars two years ago,
Yesterday underwent an operation at
Ihs Alexandria Hospital Her condition
Is. reported 20 be very favorable.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Properties Change Hands.

William F.. Mason has bought from
Josephine Z. Smith a lot OF ground on
the west side of Fayette street, between
Princess and Queen streets Robert
DarUeU has bought from Albert Oar
nell q lot of ground on the north side
OF Prince street, between PeyJOn and
West streets.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Police Board Meeting.

The board OF police commissioners held
a meeting at the mayors ofice last
night, but transacted little business. only
three members being present. Secretary
Hill stated this morning that there was
nothing 20 give out for publication.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20

with three-inch wire nails. The chaI-
lenge calls for Houdinis escape with
out demoiishing the box
Considers bic Interest centers in this
feat and IN accepting the challenge
Houdini stipulated that the firm retain
the box in their establishment until the
latest possible moment in order that
the public may know that II has not
been tar!pared with.
His Escape in Philadelphia.
In Philadelphia the SneIlenberg firm
made a case that seemed as II IL could
hold Philippine simeon. but Houdlni
went through il ike a genuine German
ooppelganger. N New York the Four
teenth street store put forth its best
efrOrt IN the way Of a sturdy case, but
HOudlni escaped. In Boston the Henry
Siegel Company offered a heart Of
oak case and proposed 10 back their
challenge with the genuine green goods
Of the Treasury Department. Neverthe-
less, after a struggle that all Boston
VIII remember for years 10 come. Hou-
dini freed himself from the case with
out disturbing ropes, nails. or boards.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Birthday Party at Church.

The ladies of St Mary's Church vii
hold "a birthday party at the Lyceuu
Hall. In Duke street. this evening at
o'clock. A pleasant time is promised
all who attend.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
sereams Frightened Assailant.

Three ladies. while walking In NortA
Washington street. between King and
Cameron streets, last evening about 10
o'clock. were frightened by a negro man
who jumped at them and grabbed one
bv the arm. The screams attracted the
attention OF passersby. and the negro
escaped.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Eleven Women Fined.

Eleven eoIoFed women were before
Justice Caton IN the police court this
morning. having been arrested by Po-
ucemen Henderson, Jones, and Bell. and
Chief Goods. on the charge Of disorder
" conduct. They were fined S. each.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Boz SpeciallY Constructed.

The box which has been specially
made for this purpose IS Of heavy um-
Der and will not only be tied up as
tight as yards and yards Of rope can
tie it, but It will also be nailed securely
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Death Came Early Today Following Weeks Illness
of Heart Disease-One of Republican Leaders
in Lower House of Congress.

CHICAGO, Sept. g0.-Congressnan
Robert Hit. of Illinois. according 10 ad-
vices received here. d!ed at $50 o'clock
this morning OF heart disease following
weeks illness at Narragansett Pier. He
recently declined TO stand for re-elec-
tion. For many years he was chair
man of the Committee on Foreign Az
fairs
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Juvenile Wear

odd lot OF Chndrsn's Chiffon
Hats and Null Caps, re- 1EC
unainders Of lines sold up 70
81 Reduced tO..-.-............-
"A Fan Weight Cloth Refers in
plain and checked effects;
sizes 2 10 6 years. Neatly Lnf
trimmed Sold up TO $50 AVO
Tor -..-.-----..-.--s
odd lot OF Girls School Dresses,
made Of Gingham. Madras, and
Chambray. in Sailor. Russian. and
waist STYLES, all neatly
trimmed. Sizes up TO IA /nr
years. Values worth up to N.Y.
Sl-bS Ior------ OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
Remnant lot OF children's wear
ables, including embroidery and
lace trimmed Drawers, Skirts with
ruffles. white dresses. aprons,
underwaists. and flannel vFT
cite skirts. Values worth
up 20 gee for...-.-.---.-.---...
Infants long Bedford Coats.
with collar: trimmed with fancy
white ribbon, and lined G. ~
with flannel. Reduced y
from 81 to....,..,.,....---
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
MINISTER BARRETT
PROMOTES TREATY
Travels ], 400 Miles On Mule
Back to Meet Secretary
of State.
ROOT TO MEET REYES
Reception Planned in Colombia Capi-
tai If Cuban Affairs Do Not
Neeessitate Speedy Return.

Uni-ad States Minister John Barrett
Formerly stationed at Panama. and now
the representative OF this country an
Bogota. the capital OF Colombia. has
been conducting negotiations for a new
treaty Of commerce and friendship be-
tween that country and the United
States, and he believes that he has got
them in pretty good shape. he wanted
Secretary Root 70 put the finishing
touches on his work while he is person
ally IN South America and In position
TO meet the representatives OF the two
countries concerned. News comes from
Panama that Minister Barrett in his
eagerness 10 meet Mr. Root Travelled
over 1.40O miles On mule back over the
mountainous country from Bogota TO
Guayaquil. whence ne took a merchant
ship to Panama. landing there on Tues
day.
Abandons Indemnity Demand.
Colombia. It Is said. has abandoned
the position she assumed at one time
through her former Minister Mendoza
10 this country that the United States
should pay indemnity for the part Co
lombia believed this country took IN
bringing about the independence Of
Panama. But the question Is stlI open
as TO whether Panama ought not 70
assume a proportionate part Of the ma
tionai debt OF Colombia for the incur
ring of which she was. Of course, partly
responsible when she was an integral
part of Colombia
After getting the views OF the Pana-
man government. II has been TIE IN
tention OF Secretary Root 70 pI Ioceed
witt Efinister Barrett 10 CarthnEena
for the purpose OF meeting President
Reyes personally. and 10 promote tbs
negotiations. Arrangements have been
made for the Secretary's reception at
Cdrthagena. including preparations for
a big banquet, etc.
Cuban Tangle May Spoil All
However. II President Roosevelt wants
Se-r"tary Root 70 proceed with all
har-- 90 Cuba or 20 come home In order
TO take charge Of the Cuban situation,
these plans will have TO be abandoned.
IN the meantime the efforts 20 bring
Panama and Colombia together are pro-
ceeding In another direction. Minister
COrtez. the new representative OF Co
lOmbia assigned 20 Washington. Is et
present IN Paris, AT the conclusion OF
the RIO conference the Panama 11in-
lister 20 Washington. SenOr Cbailia
sailed also from Brazil for Europe The
two diplomats VIII meet there and cX-
change views on the negotiations.
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
BIDS FOR CHINESE
CANAL LABORERS
Two Washington Firms Are
Among Four Competitors
Making Proposals.
TEN CENTS AN HOUR LOWEST
This for Common Diggers, Skilled
Workers Come Higher in
Scale.

Proposals for furnishing Chinese Ia
h0rers for work on the Panama canal
were opened Al the Offices Of the 18TH
mian Canal Commission this morning.
There were four firms entered IN the
competition. On account OF the com
plicated nature OF their proposals. Il IS
improbable that any decision viii be
reached or any contract let for a week
or two. The commission called for pro-
posals for furnishing 250o laborers with
the privilege OF requiring the contractor
20 furnish a maximum number Of 1900.
The first $50 are TO be delivered on the
Isthmus within three and half months
from the date Of the award OF the con
tract Bonds for the proper perform
ance Of the contract. good treatment OF
the Chinese coolies. and their return 70
China at the conclusion of their term
Of engagement were required OF each
contractor.
New Jersey company's Bid.
The American-China Contracting Com
pany. Of which James r. Morse, or
lnglewoOd. y. J.. Is president. and Fred
ertck l.. Carter. Of Babylon. L l., secre-
tary. proposed TO furnish Chinese Ia
"'+NI5 at AZ CSal1 Eoiu per nOuT TOr
each working day OF ten hours. fore
men and interpreters at % cents per
hour. cooks and BARRIERS at Is cents, and
doctors at 20 cents
The International Contracting Com
pany. Of Washington. u. c.. of which
Carol PuTnam is president and Eugene
,. watson, secretary. proposed 20 fur
nlsh laDorers and cooks at Is cents per
nOur. IOremen one and one-half times
that, interpreters TWO and one-half
times that. doctors three times. and as
slstant doctors twice that amount
wan Ne Lee Hing 4 Co. of BaIti-
more. proposed 10 furnish laborers
clerks. and BARRIERS at I21k cents. fore
men and interpreters at Is cents, and
doctors az % cents.
Proposes a Sliding Scale.
Joel Julian Reuben, OF Washington,
D. C., represented by Messrs. Chambers
and Bates, proposed 20 furnished the
first $500 laborers at the following
rates: LabOrers. Il cents per hour: fore
men 30 cents; doctors and interpreters.
o. cents; cooks and BARRIERS. 80 cents.
For the additional thousand over the
Zoo labOrers the rate offered il the
same. and the proposal then proceeds
on sliding scale For the second ad-
dltional thousand the rate Is I07t cents:
tnlrd, loz; fourth, lGas, dfth, I0I1+: sixth,
lu3s; seventh 104, eighth. 10, ninth gE
tenth, SSz, eleventh ga cents, and II the
total 1o,UJO IS engaged be offers 70 fur
nish them at a Fat rate Of cents per
hour
The Washington times., 1906-09-20
Fall HOuNefurniShin(S

Odd lot OF White Stone
China Slop Jars. with cover knC
and handle. Regular 75c AS~
falue LOT--.... ....--ss-.sssFss-s-
Lot OF Cocoa Door Mats. - nf
good, heavy brush; sold
regularly at 50c, Friday for - -
Hurwood Food Choppers. InF
with three knives, sold reg N.Y.
Ularly at S8c. Friday. " =
s-quart Granite Iron Ber- nEc
lin Saucepans. with cover.
Regular sec value Friday ~
CoIored Shelf Paper. IN all Fc
eoIors, with pinked edges. IS
yard pieces for. r.-.................
Sterling Plated Ta- xnr
bic Knives, fully warrant
ed. Friday, eaeh.-........-.....A ~
Lot OF NickeI-SiIver Sugar pr
Shells; sold regularly a. 15c
each. Friday for..................
The Washington times., 1906-09-20

Smyrna Hall Rugs
Smyrna Rugs
Antwerp Rugs

Woven IN one piece and reversible
Large variety OF patterns and colors.
Reg. value Epaofal
The San Francisco call., 1906-11-29
SHORTAGE Of COAL
CROWS ACUTE

TACOMA, Nov. 2s.--The fuel short
age in Eastern Washington is becom-
Ing acute The Northern Pacific for
merly supplied most of the farming
towns with Roslyn coal Under the
new interstate commerce law it can
not sell its own coal
Cold weather caught many towns
with an Inadequate supply At Winona
citizens took cars of the Oregon Rail-
way and Navigation Company's coal
and distributed it among thirty suffer
ing families. The prosecuting attorney
of the county has declined to prosecute
the distributors.
The city hall and courthouse at
Walla Walla are nearly out of fuel and
there is none In town that can be
bought. The penitentiary is in the
same fix.
Some families are chopping np old
fences and others are burning papers
and old magazines to keep them warm.
The Walla Walla situation is COM
plicated by an epidemic of typhoid
fever.
The San Francisco call., 1906-11-29
Woman Offers Testimony in Barbary Coast Graft
Graft Prevents Seattle Aiding
San Francisco Schools
Subscription Not Made
SPECIAL DIsrAroH TO THE. GALL.

SEATTLE Nov the benefit of the San Francisco public
n OF
State Superintendent Of Public Instruction B. Bryan October "A designated Wed
g
the Bn appeal from
o n
Back failure schools appeal the
o.
be nvo the graft and there but who control the politics OF the
rupton fund influenced the teachers Ses schools from responding to the call
B.
failure o a school
official, Who ii nam be withhe aid:
byword the realm graft and and that the children
o ask o
The King County Association the proposed sub
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matter