davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

greater pleasure than to-Ah, what is it,
William You may speak out-this gentle
man viii not mind"
Il only wanted to tell you, sir" an
nounced the clerk, who had entered the
ONCE, that l have just received another
bill from the firm that sold you those books
last year and a note at the bottom says
that II you don't settle at once they will
be compelled to"
Pardon me-" interrupted the book agent
gathering up his samples. while you are
talking over this little business matter with
your clerk. will just step into the next
ONCE TO see customer I have there. and
return in an hour or So"
With this he was gone and as they heard
him shout Down. 10 the elevator boy
the busy man leaned back in his chair and
Eleefully chuckled.
william" said he that scheme is the
best ever. Il saves you the trouble Of get
ting hot in the collar, Is less strenuous than
throwing them out, and doesn't take up as
much valuable time Here, have a cigar,
and keep your lamps trimmed and burning
for the next"
Meanwhile the book agent who is often
eismayed, but never discouraged. was
handing out a line Of talk 70 some other
man who wasn't so resourceful three
squares aWay.-PhilsdelPhis Telegraph.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29
Pyramids and MausoIeums.

I visited the site Of old Memphis and It's
desert cemetery Sakkara, about twenty
miles from Cairo. Nothing now remains
Of old Memphis but the two colossal stat
ues Of Rameses II, both of them in
lying position. All tourists that visit them
regard them with great interest. sakkara
is the site of several pyramids. one OF
which known as the steps pyramid, Is
perhaps the oldest historic building in the
world, so It is stated. Near these pyra-
mids is a number of noted tombs, the chief
Of which is the sarapeum, or the Tomb
OF the Sacred Bulls. A part only OF this
mausoleum contains twenty-four mortuary
chambers, each with sarcophagus av-
eraging thirteen feet long, eleven feet high
and seven feet wide. Some of these sar-
cophagi were estimated TO weigh sixty
five tons each. To get a good view of
one, open for inspection, ladder was nee
essary. Later visited the great pyramids
OF Gizeh the Sphinx and the Temple Of
the Sphinx. At first appearance these
pyramids are disappointing, but the more
you gaze at them the greater they appear.
But to approximate their true magnitude
It is necessary to ascend 70 the top of
them. BY the help OF three men I climbed
to the top Of the largest. This magnified
its proportions to at least double what IT
at first appeared to be. With two guides
and helpers 1 entered the largest pyramid
and went to its inner chambers. This was
a difficult thing to do, and magnifed the
immense size of the pyramid otherwise
While we were far UP in the pyramid my
chief guide slipped and fell extinguishing
the light Of the candle he had in his hand.
He soon lighted 1t again. The chief guide
or sheik. told me that I was the oldest
man ne had ever helped up this pyramid
This ancient Sphinx figure we'll known
to everybody, crouching close to the great
pyramid, is a most interesting monument
and was doubtless there before the large
pyramids were built The temple of the
Sphinx, though a small one is particularly
notable for the very large granite stones
used in its construction and much ala
baster
visited the museum and geological
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29
Charm of the West
Continued from Page one.)

last Broadway gauges his worth
by his gladraggtan blum. his fam
lily tree If framed, or his stand-in with
Observation-Disclosures make the code-and did
you notice his diamond! We Judge him on
his showdown; but at the end Of the play,
and not when the cards are dealt. How
does he make goods he on the square
with himself and others? This is the spirit
OF the west. With us 1t is men, not money
deeds not traditions-and the scales we
use in weighing those whom we wish to
honor cannot be balanced with a dollar bill,
the which is true not only in politics but in
our business and social life as well. BLUM
and buster don't go for long, II at all. The
chump who tries IT is always called, usually
sooner than later The man who deserves
the confidence and respect OF the com
munity in which he lives gets both, whether
he clips coupons for a living or drives a
dray. The liar and hypocrite, whether la
borer, granger. business man or pulpit
FOUNDER, finds short feed and hard winters
here-the loafer ditto, and then some, uhtil
he hikes hence. And we welcome the ten
derfoot-we were all Of his Xix once-and II
OF the right sort he stays, and eventually
is born again as oldtimer But though he
be in tailor-made attire and bring with him
carload Of hand-painted diplomas and
advertise his superiority through press or
pulpit until everything is so quiet that he
is sure wen stand hitched. he must never
theless show us-must stand the test of a
public opinion which may be said to shoot
scallawags and demagogues on sight We
may have alfalfa seed in our whlskers and
wool in our teeth; but damphool microbes
don't breed in our cerebellum. We have a
casual acquaintance with three-card-monte
prestigitators; have touched flesh with the
bunco-steerer and sometimes slept three
in-a-bed with the con. and the him-ham
man. They drift in occasionally as have
said, and show their samples; but get no
play and hence don't stay.
Blowing our bazoo. say you, and trying
to spot the horizon with echoes-not a lit
tie bit. We deliver the goods. every day.
tbs not braggadooio, brethren-it is only
that We claim 70 be able to gasp the real
meaning OF that bit of Scotch canniness:
'Hae guild conceit o. yersel,' Jock; gin
ye dinna, nae ither mon wull."
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29
Life Amidst Death.

Now what shall say of Cairo7 It is a
living city in the great valley Of dead and
buried cities, a growing city Of 10000 fat
tening upon the wealth poured into 1t from
the unequaled valley Of the Nile, an oTien-
tai city with western enterprise, an Egyp-
tian city with an Arabian populations
stronger population than that of the cities
of India. A city OF antiquities with many
modern developments; city Of palaces and
novels, of many magnihcei I avenues and
multitudes OF narrow, crooked little streets;
a city yet too dusty and dirty, with eli
mate that multiplies thirst but with a
magnificent river that can furnish many
times the amount OF water needed for all
cleansing purposes and afford abundance Of
drinking water. none better In the world
1t is the center Of the worlds greatest
eastern travel; 1t is the stopping place Of
the wealthy and intelligent from the best
nations of the earth in their world-tours
and long excursions. There they spend
their money lavishly.
Just now Cairo is under the control OF
two empires, the sickly Turk and the
strong Englishman. It is perhaps in the
most mixed condition OF any great city in
the world, that would be difflcult at present
both to diagnose and describe. Notwith-
standing, I am inclined to believe that
Cairo has come to stay, and that II has a
great future before 1t. It occupies a place
where it's influence for good and bad is very
potent and far-reaching. Everything done
for Cairo would be helpful particularly to
the Eastern world and Africa. All visitors
from the best nations should strive to do
all they could to make Cairo a model city
in government, morals, home life, educa-
ton, cleanliness and beauty.
ROBERT wEIDENSALII.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29
Amid the Ruins in the Valley of the Nile

gardens Of Cairo with much pleasure and
profit, also its fort. or elevated citadel.
from which the whole city can be plainly
seen and in which the large and magnla-
cent alabaster mosque, so-called because
OF the great amount OF alabaster used In
its construction and adornment. took
a trip to old Cairo and to the old Coptic
church, in which I saw the reputed place
whore Joseph, Mary and Jesus stayed
when in Egypt.
While in Cairo I called frequently at the
American mission OF the United Presby-
terrain church. 1t is a strong mission, do
ing great work, and has a wide inhu-
ence. Its first missionary or founder was
Rev. Thomas McCague, at present OF
Omaha, who is yet beloved in the mission
for his devoted Christian life and work
There is no Young Mems Christian asso-
citation work in the city. / attended and ad-
dressed a splendid body of young men con-
nected with the mission on the best and
most effective work for young men. They
listened most attentlvely and assured me
that they we're alive to the great need OF
specific work for young men and would
strive to do much more effective work for
them in the future.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

on my return trip to Cairo stopped at
Keneh. town Of 1900 people. on the
east side Of the river Nile. On the other
side OF the river, about ive miles, is the
Temple Of Denderah, a more modern struc-
ture, built not far from the time OF Christ
and we'll preserved. 1t yet stands COM
plete. I started across the river with an
Arabian guide at o'clock D. m. The
sun went down just before we reached
the temple but the moon took the place
OF the sun, and I saw this temple by
moonlight The temple appeared larger In
the moonlight. 1t stands very high, with
many and large columns. / was taken
down into the crypt. which was entered
with difficulty. 1t was far below the
ground floor On the walls Of the crypt
and the passage Nadlng to It were finely
executed carvings OF gods, men, animals,
etc. I was next taken to the top Of the
temple, which was covered with a heavy
stone roof that served the purpose Of
vast 1oor over the whole temple. I was
conducted all over II by the priests who
had led me all through the temple. I had
fine prospect in every direction by the
bright light Of the moon 1 enjoyed this
ather better than in the day time, for
the day was quite hot, and this was a new
experience. had a rather unique ex-
perience. crossing the river both ways to
and from the temple. with my Arabian
guide
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

k$S<s3sS in his court should suffer hang
Ek<AAS ing instead of selecting a Friday
for the execution has my cordial approval"
said we'll known Washington lawyer to
a Washington Post reporter.
Friday is a sacred day to a great many
of u.s." said he, when we reflect upon the
fact that It is the day of the week the
Saviour died for the redemption of sin
ners" he added. Selection of another day
to be a hangman's day is not without
precedent in these courts.
MANY Washington folk will remember
that the late Judge Humphreys, who was
from Alabama and who for a time sat on
the bench OF the district courts, upon one
occasion. when the duty devolved upon
him Of pronouncing sentence upon a man
who had been found guilty OF murder in
the first degree, selected Wednesday as
the day upon which the man should be
hanged.
THE circumstance caused some COM
ment at the time but there was a general
acquescence in the change. for time at
least. in the date OF the punishment. That
was so long ago that l do not remember
the details, but think the sentence Of the
court was carried out in accordance with
Judge Humphreys views.
Il became very well acquainted with
Judge Humphreys when he was on the
bench here" said this old lawyer. He
was genial and hospitable, easily APP
preached and very courteous in demeanor.
was comparatively young when / made
his acquaintance. and 1t happened this way:
/ had a favor to ask Of him concerning
the time Of taking a certain matter of a
legal character under consideration. l was
admitted TO his room in the court house
and he welcomed me and told me that he
had just received a quantity OF frst-class
brandy and invited me to join him in a
drink
II didn't know what to say" said the
lawyer. II was a total abstinence man,
/ and l got the silly notion into my head
that II refused to accept his hospitality
1t might offend him. l felt as IL was in q
fix, particularly as l was about 70 ask a
favor; but. after a moments thought,
decided to take the bull by the horns as
the saying is. and l said: Your honor,
am greatly obliged to you, and would bC
glad to join you. At one time was very
much welded to the habit OF drinking, but
found that 1t was getting the upper hant
Of me and signed the pledge. have beer
total abstainer for several years
I did his honor seem annoyed? Not at all
He took me by the hand and said: 'Younl
man. honor you. and shall be overglad t
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

a sweetful smile?
The other day book agent called on a
busy man in this city, and instead OF being
chucked down the elevator shaft, heaved
out the window or pushed over the tree
tops he was cordially invited TO take a
squat in a leather-covered chair.
Naturally the booksome one was amazed
and didn't know whether 10 accept the
offer or keep a fist held on the doorknob.
He wasn't accustomed TO such nice favors
and couldn't be blamed for being afraid
that as soon as he attempted to sit down
he would drop through the floor like
paid fireman or fit through the roof like
little bird. However. he cast aside his
fears and squatted.
Now, then, my dear SIR" said the busy
man. affRbly, what can do for your"
Il have here" replied the book agent, I'M
ravelling his samples, the works OF the
ten best authors on earth. bound I'm calf
cat. dog. pink elephant or blue alligator;
printed on real paper; illustrated by"
Indeed" interposed the busy man. smil-
ingiy. as he took the samples. They are
certainly fine, and nothing would give me
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

accustomed to the use Of dates in their
stories about the ancient temples. tombs
and other ruins that there is absolutely no
limit to them. 1t matters little TO them
whether they say 1900 or 5000 years ago
or B. c. one guide told me that Jesus
Christ visited Egypt when he was so years
Of age. In fact, the whole country has be
come abnormally developed in this respect.
Archaeologists and tourists soon expert
ence a similar enlargement by contact
with the real infatuation. The whole pop
ulation. resident and visiting, become so
habituated TO the constant use Of extraor-
binary dates that some adequate provi-
sion had to be made for the annual crop
to satisfy the imperative demand. Accord
ingly. the date palm was selected because
OF its especial fitness for this purpose. So
now the date palm is everywhere to be
seen in Egypt with its abundant annual
supply Of up-to-date grapes.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

James Hamilton Lewis, ex-congressman
from the state of Washington, now city
attorney for Chicago, was waiting on a
downtown corner the other day for cab.
When he hailed one, the cabman drove UP
in a singulArly uninterested way and
stopped. II jumped into his cab" said
Mr.. Lewis, land told him to drive over to
the Criminal Court building. He started
OF at a pretty lively gait and recklessly
cut across right in front Of an electric car
going at full speed. 1t came near catch
ing us. and 1 called to the fellow: %, my
good man. I said, that won't do at all,
you know. You must be more careful.
might be killed. 'Aw, he said. what of
It? II you're run over by a street car
and killed, you get two columns in the
newspaper but II you just die, you don't
get nothin'.'"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29
A Delicate Point

I'VE are not yet ready to put your book
on the market" said the publisher to the
ambitious author.
But It is printed. illustrations and all. -
argued the author. why don't you go
ahead and bind It, and"
There's the trouble. The fashion ex-
perts have not yet decided what ls to be the
popular shade this fall. and we certainly
do not want to risk binding the book in a
color that will clash with the gown OF the
woman who Il reading II, do Ws7"~JudSs
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

be your friend. You have my thorough
respect and / am proud to know Of your
hrmness.'
great many anecdotes have been told
based on Judge Humphreys convivial ways.
1t is said that at one time, after the ad-
journment of court for the day, his honor
felt the need OF a little stimulant, and,
calling a messenger directed him to go
across the street, where the well known
Dave" Haggerty then kept a saloon, and
bring him drink of brandy. The mes
senger went on the errand and returned
with a small quantity in a tumbler.
Whats this?" said the Judge when the
liquor was placed before him.
''You take II back and tell the man you
got 1t from to send me a drink" shouted
the Judge. The messenger again went on
the errand and returned with what his
honor considered a drink Of the proper
size
What did Haggerty, or whoever waited
on you, say when you went back?'' said
the Judge. The messenger hesitated. He
said he would not like to repeat his remark,
but the Judge insisted upon his query being
answered and he wanted the exact words.
"Well, your honor" said the henchman,
what he said was, I didn't know the
derned old fool wanted to take bath! "
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29
ride ThronER the VALLEY.

The next morning quite early I took tho
train for Cairo. I did It with purpose,
that l might have a continued view or
panorama of the Nile valley for the 400
miles. 1 had to go through 1t TO Cairo.
could see over its breadth from the nigh
lands on both sides. In some respects II
was much like the Missouri river valley,
as general thing, however. wider than
what is known the Missouri river bot
tom. The Nile valley is made what 1t Is
by irrigation. AS far on both sides Of the
river as can be successfully watered by
the irrigation canals and bitches the valley
is full of life and Yields abundantly.
Everywhere the valley seems to be bur-
dcned with heavy crops Of wheat, barley,
a kind of corn, onions without limit, fruits,
grasses, etc. Camels, donkeys cattle,
sheep. goats, etc, were plentiful on both
sides OF the railroad and river. The farm.
ers were blowing and planting in some
fields, while they were gathering the crops
in other fields.
The date palm seems TO be the universal
tree Of Egypt, and full of dates. 1t is
very conspicuous, and when you have seen
1t once you always know It. This is easily
accounted for, although no reference Is
made to it in the guide books. The guides
and dragomen in all Egypt have become so
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29


vessel. passed through the Indian ocean, the
Arabian and the Red seas. the Suez canal
70 Port Said. and over the railroad through
lower Egypt TO Cairo, April 2 l remained
IN Egypt until April % Most Of this time
I spent in Cairo.
As the weather was growing hotter l
FASTENED TO make my visit to ancient
Thebes, $50 miles south. up the Nile. Took
q night express train and arrived next
morning at Luxor, the present town, on the
east side OF the river Nile. This Is the
site Of perhaps the most extensive ruins
IN all Egypt II not in the whole world. 1
can make mention OF only one OF the most
notable things on the east side Of the
river Nile and very near to It are the
ruins OF the temple Of Luxor, quite large
and fairly well preserved. Much Of this
temple was built by Amen Hotep III, 1900
b. c., one of the Pharaohs. Some Of its
most noteworthy features are. a fine ODE
lisk many splendid columns, interesting
sculptures and inscriptions on the walls,
two colossal seated statues of Ramases II
forty-ive feet high, and near to Il red
granite obelisk elght-two feet high and
covered with hieroglyphics. The mate Of
this obelisk is in the Place de la Concorde,
Paris.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

The Tombs Of the Kings were found in
. deep valley hidden under the mountain
side as II never to be discovered. They
were hewn out of the rock forming the
mountains base, with many descending
steps or inclined tunnels, which in some
cases extend into the solid rock four or
Ave hundred feet. Mortuary chambers,
more or less in number, are found in all
OF them All Of them have fine carvings
and some paintings on the walls, of their
gods, OF themselves in the act OF worship,
Of their offerings, animals, fish, birds,
fruits, grains. flowers. etc.
While these tombs had been there for
thousands OF years. the carvings and paint
ings I'm most OF them are as clear and
distinct as II but a few years old Several
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

Attorney william L. Taylor, who at
tended the banquet of the Indiana Bar
association in honor Of the United States
court Of appeals at the Columbia club, In
dianapolis, was reminded of a little story
that was told at the time the American
Bar association met at Saratoga several
years ago.
association held its banquet were much in
terested In the dress-eoated gentlemen that
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29
About the Bench and Bar

were filing into the dining room. In the
party were some Of the most famous law
yers and jurists in the country.
''Who an dem gen'em?' asked one waiter
OF the other as the last Of the guests
passed in.
81 dunno zactly," replied the other, but
ah understand de ah bahtenders,"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-07-29

Of the most noted tombs are lighted up by
electricity. l entered the tomb Of a queen.
which has been very recently discovered. a
marvel Of fine workmanship. The carved
images are exquisite, the coloring fine and
unfaded. The eyes Of the profile images
bright and lifelike. 1t was real pleasure
to visit II.