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Evening journal., 1906-09-27
Peoples Column
Wants Extra Trains.

Editor The Evening Journal
Those having occasion to travel up
or down the Delaware division OF the
P., B. and w. railroad are greatly in
convenienced by the lack Of accommo-
dation furnished by the company for
their patrons. This is especially true
on Saturday, Sunday or a holiday, and
I think the travel has now become
sufficiently heavy TO warrant the rail-
road putting on more trains. II this
cannot be done every day in the week
Il should be done on those days when
the company officials know the travel
Will be heavy. The trains now oper-
ated do not have enough cars to give
all passengers a seat and It is strange
that no extra cars are put on. Perhaps
the engines would be unable 70 maui
a heavier train on schedule time. II
this be the case IL is another argument
IN favor Of having extra trains put on.
Respectfully yours,
Kent County
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
PrIze skatlna al the sprlnas.

The country roller rink at Brandy
wine Springs Park has continued in
popularity, and the prize games and
contests are much enjoyed. Tuesday
night the fun consisted of an egg roll
ing contest. which was won by Mr..
Swartz. who was awarded a silver
tooth-pick holder. There were twenty
six contestants. in the egg rolling, il
being for men only. The prize couple
on Monday night was Mr.. McGonlgal
and Miss Anna Cox. Last night the
judges decided ON Mr.. and Miss Sola-
way. A couple is thus selected each
night. and on Saturday the six couples
win contest for the grand prize. which
is pair of roller skates for the lady
Visitors are welcomed at the country
rink, there being no charge OF admis-
sion and no extra charges other than
the hiring OF the skates. The rink Is
now equipped with two orchestrians
and the music is continual.
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
Thursday, September a7, 1906.
CANAL COMMISSIONS HEARING.

GUCCESSFUI, beyond the expectations of the
~ most ardent advocates Of the deep-water ship
canal was the hearing before the Canal Commits
sioners yesterday in the Board Of Trade rooms.
Commissioners Agnus, Flagler and Chambers,
the distinguished gentlemen selected by Presi-
dent Roosevelt to inquire into the feasibility OF
the canal project, arc making most searching
investigation of the subject. Those present at the
hearing yesterday were much pleased with the
personnel OF the Commission, the method Of their
investigation and the deep interest they are
manifesting in the matter. Judging from the re-
marks made yesterday, the sentiment is unani-
nous on the point OF the desirability of the en-
larged ship canal and the only point now open is
which of the several proposed routes is the most
feasible The two that are mostly being consid-
cred are the present canal and the Sassairas
routes.
The chairman Of the Commission, General
Felix Agnus, stated yesterday that the residents
OF the towns on Chesapeake bay below the pres
ent canal prefer the Sassafras route, and some,
interests in Baltimore are said to prefer that
,npute by reason of it making the shorter distance
, hhtween Baltimore and New York and other
Eastern ports AS against that suggestion, it was
pointed out by one Of the speakers, Mr. A. d.
Warner that only 10 per cent. of the tonnage that
would go through the canal would go south and
out the Delaware capes to New York and eastern
ports, whereas 90 per cent. would so to Philadel-
phia from Baltimore and vice versa. The fact
that the Delaware bay entrance to the canal is
protected and guarded by two strong forts is GER
tainly very effective argument in favor of the
present canal route, and another point in its
favor is the fact that it will be the shortest route,
thereby requiring the minimum loss of time by
reason Of the greatly reduced speed that will be
required Of vessels passing through the canal
other technical difficulties, it is probable that
There were many other reasons offered at the
hearing which seemed to make the present canal
route much more advantageous and desirable
than any Of the others. We have no doubt that
the Commission will recommend very. strongly
that the Government establish a canal between
the two bays, and unless there be engineering
or other technical diScultes, it is probable that
they will report in favor OF the route of the pres
ent canal
We are much pleased with the manner in which
the Board of Trade of our city aided the Canal
Commissioners in the hearing they gave to the
people Of Delaware on this important matter.
The invitations sent out to the citizens in differ
ent parts Of the State were generally accepted and
those who came to the city and attended the
hearing expressed themselves as we'll satisfied
with the treatment accorded them both by the
Canal Commissioners and our Board OF Trade
We feel sure that only great good can result from
yesterdays hearing
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
NEW YoRKs NOBLE EXAMPLE.

THE Republicans of the State of New York
l. have risen nobly to the political situation
OF that State and to their opportunity. They
have nominated by accamation for Governor,
Charles L. Hughes, Of independent mind,
a friend OF the people clean, honest, upright
citizen who is bound by no shackles or fetters to
any boss or system of bossism. The nomination
OF Mr. Hughes, who is known TO fame principally
because he was the chief inquistor in the insur-
ance investigation, is in direct answer to the ap-
peals OF the people, who weary Of political
bossism and of the domination Of rich and schem-
ing corporations that look upon all parties as
simply a means to further their own desire for
public plunder Mr.. Hughes did not turn a hand /;
he did not lift finger to secure the nomination
aor that exalted office. 1t was case OF the office
seeking the man, and that man was drafted from
hle private ranks OF citizenship.
At the recent Republican primaries the bosses
In New York, the star chamber schemers. were
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
Personal and Pertinent

II 2so a. m. when he entered the house in a
seahy and sneaked up stairs with the tread
a cautious burglar. Entering his bedroom he
prised to find his wife sitting with her fastened
upon the clock dial.
Good evening" his initiatory words
Morning you mean," the reply in icy tones
snow look here. my DEAR" he began again. you don't
know where I've been"
no. suppose not. but You've been skat-
fng7
zsThats IT, my dear That's IT, I've been skating out
at the new rink It's hne-great Floor smooth as
glass Good music and all that sort OF thing. Pretty
g-g-good crewd out there But how did you guess
I'd been skating, dear?'
"oh / just glanced at you." said the wife. you
brought your skate home with you'
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
MANY MARRIAGES
ORDER OF THE DAY
Most OF the Couples Are Out
SiderS and Many Have
Little Money
PREACHERS EXPERIENCE

Statistics show that within the past
few months there have been a surpris-
ing number OF marriages in this city.
A great many couples came here from
outside towns and found little trouble
In being made one. and in consequence
OF this influx Of elopers. Wilmington
now bears the distinction of being the
Gretna Green for Philadelphians. par
ticularly, vice Camden, n.
It is reported that one minister in
two months recently married lO5 cou-
pies, and in the month following the
number OF marriages to his credit were
ST. Averaging the fee from each couple
at $3.50, this particular preacher is
making a good thing out Of it.
Arc Short Of Cash
As a general rule persons who come
here to get married have just about
enough money to see them through,
and in many cases not enough. Some
time ago well-dressed couple came
here from Glassboro, n. j., and hunt
ing up an east side minister, requested
the latter to marry them. When the
prospective groom was asked for the
customary license he took on a sur
prised look and said he thought a IL
cense was unnecessary In Delaware.
He was told otherwise by the preacher,
however and then asked where the
paper could be obtained
The preacher directed the young man
to a local magistrates office, but being
stranger the prospective groom
asked the minister II he would not ac-
company him. At this point the young
woman asked If she could not fix her
hair, and she wa/ given this permits
sion. going to an upstairs room for the
purpose. There was nobody in the
house at the time and the preacher
told her to be patient, that he and her
| prospective husband We're going after
license and for her to await their
return.
on the way TO the magistrates Of
fee the man from Glassboro asked the
minister how much the license would
cost.
Three or three dollars and a-half.
replied the preacher.
Only Had Four Dollars
The stranger put his hand to his
face I'm perplexity and when pressed
for the reason of his crestfallen ap-
pearance he replied that he only had
81. He didn't know what to do and
wanted the preachers advice. The
latter, however had none to offer. and
for a time the two stood on a corner
thinking the matter over
Finally the groom-to-be said; :'Look
here, can't you trust me for the
amount of your fee?? l will send II
20 you within a week"
The minister, being a kindly man, ac.
~liesced. and the coveted license wal
then obtained.
Returning to the preachers home th'
nupual knot was tied and the minis
ter made out the marriage certincat
on the best blank he had.
Before leaving the bride expressed
her thanks TO the preacher. and sud
lenly turning to her newly-made hus
Nand, said: You paid the minister, o
course.
This put the groom in a ticklishg po
stion. but the minister came to hi
assistance and replied: "Oh, yes, W
fxed that up while we were OUT
I'm so glad" said the bride. am
The counle left.
That Is the last the man who mar
ried the couple ever heard from tn
pair and he Is out the price OF a prett
marriage certificate.
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
NEW CONSTABLE APPOINTED
Charles w. Niekerson, Jr., Named for
New Castle H.ndre.

After a vacancy in the office of con-
stable Of New Castle hundred which
has extended over a period Of about
two years, Levy Court has appointed
Charles w. Nickerson, Jr.. Of New Cas-
tie hundred. to that position. and he
win assume his duties IN a few days.
Mr.. Nickerson is a painter by trade
and lives near the home Of Robert
McFarlin, president of Levy Court
For the past year Thomas H. Buckley
Of Magistrate Hollis office, has been
acting constable for New Castle
county. and despite his official duties
has made many friends in that city.
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
Girls Are Found.

Itna Baker, 1s years old. and Mary
Metkley. the same age, who disap-
peafed from Columbia, Pa, on Sep
ten6ber IL, were found at the Young
Wohen's Christian Association, Phil
adelRhia, yesterday by Detective ALI
menlonger.
Atm leaving home they came 20
wilmf fgton. and obtained work in a
silk VII. Becoming dissatisfied, they
went Philadelphia and sought lodg
ing atVthe Young Women's Christian
AssociaApn. .l .s-
The vWing women are at the City
Hall. und The care Of Mrs. Cooper, the
matron Mating the arrival Of their
parents.
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
NOW A NEWSPAPER MAN
s. Wallace Msrrihew is Editor of the
Automobile Topics Special.

The Evening Journal is in reeeipt of
a copy Of the Automobile Topics Spe-
cial." published IN New York by S.
Wallace Merrihew, formerly OF Will
mington. The paper is devoted en-
tirely to automobile news and is a
breezy. up-to-date journal. 1t ,on-
tains many half-tone illustrations, and
Is we'll printed.
Mr. Merrihew at one time was a
well-known bicycle rider. and one OF
Wilmington's foremost leaders in ath-
letics. His many friends here with
him success in his newspaper career.
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
Respectfully yours,
wilmington. September s7.
Obstacles on tho sidewalks.

Editor The Evening Journal
Despite numerous protests, a num-
ber OF the members OF wholesale busl-
ness establishments persist IN allow
ing their employees TO line the side
walks along busy thoroughfares with
big boxes and other undesirable OBJ
stacles. In some cases the employees
OF these firms are not satisfied merely
to take up all the available space along
the edges OF the pavement. but place
the boxes all over the sidewalk. One
extreme instance OF this kind Is the
Indifference displayed by the employees
IN East Fourth street. Large boxes
and baskets are arranged in such a
manner that just enough space Is left
open IN the middle OF the pavement to
allow one person to pass through at a
time. These boxes, too, are piled up
one upon the other, and there Is danger
Of them falling on and injuring pass
ersby. II IS certainly against the law
to barricade the thoroughfares IN this
way, and the police should make It
their business TO have the practice
stopped Immediately
Respectfully
r. A. c.
Wilmington. September p.
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
wilmington. september q.
Uniformed Health Officers.

Editor The Evening Journal.
The action Of the Board Of Health
in deciding to have their executive
officers in uniform is the proper thing,
according to my Judgment. All the
employees in the city departments who
have 10 go about the city, entering
peoples houses. should be distinguish
ed by some mark, for the custom Of
thieves panning themselves off as Off
clals IN order to get into houses Is not
rare. Only recently a man in this city
posed as an executive officer Of the
Board OF Health In order to get into a
certain house without causing sus-
piclon He entered several houses in
this manner but none OF the residents
suspected his real motive. The men
IN uniform will be able to command
more respect and will have am air Of
authority that is lacking without the
/ uniforms.
Respectfully yours,
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
Jests and Jin9Ies

1T is said that Emperor Constantine had thousand
cooks. Most remarkable, eh?"
THAT depends At or during his nfetime2"-
Pittsburg Post
Knicker-Do you think can be located with
stick?
Bocker-Yes If applied to boy on the right spot it
VIII make tears now.-New York sun,
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
sf 10 Baltimore and Return.

Sunday. September 30. via Pennsyl-
vania Railroad. Special train leaves
Wilmington 9.45 a. m. Returning
leaves Baltimore Gas p. m. Only s1.OO
round trip
Evening journal., 1906-09-27
Mercantile Association Meetinq.

The regular meeting Of the Mercan-
tile Association. will be held in the
Board Of Trade rooms. No. sos Equit-
able Building, this evening. Cigars
will be served.
Evening journal., 1906-09-27

TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION
BY carrier six cents q week.
BY mall postage prepaid $500 a year. or 20 Genus
month. payable IN advance
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which appear in these columns will be gladly cor
rected upon request
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whole. Witness the anti-injunction bill
by which labor unions seek to tie the
hands OF our courts and prevent the issue
OF any order 10 restrain the members Of
that trust from attacking men or de-
stroying property. Such a bill Is per-
haps the most infamous insult to our
courts and the common people ever laid
before Congress and the Representatives
in Congress must be held TO a strict ac-
countability for their acts relating
thereto. But when bills come before
Congress that are drawn in the interest
of all the people they should receive the
active personal support OF the people
and the representatives be instructed
by the citizens. The Senator's also
should be written to and instructed II.
therefore. you will remember your priv
ilege and duty you will az once-now-
write to your Congressman and Senator
on this pure food bill Clip and enclose
the copy herewith presented and ask
them 10 make business of following il
through the committee considering IL.
Urge it's being brought 10 a vote and re-
questing that they vote for II.
Some oppressively intelligent and
carping critic may say this is simply an
advertisement for Postum and Grape
Nuts. II is true that these articles are
spoken OF here in a public manner, but
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The Love Stone.

our houses may differ much in
material. size and architecture. but
everywhere the 'home"-the real
home. sweet home"-is the same, for
4 is built Of love" Few may recog-
aize the "love stone" IN some OF our
nome structures. for the kind OF stone
nay be hidden BY q jagged, rough ex-
.orior. which has had no chiseling
or polishing, and 50 the beauty Of the
zeal stone is lost Sometimes even
he family themselves may fail TO
.ecognize the fact that their home is
quilt Of anything SO beautiful or heav-
snly as love. And yet. why should we
aide it? For each mother knows deer
iown in her heart that. back OF an
timers and breakfasts. Of patching
md mending, sweeping and dusting
he care Of baby and the children's
,lay-back Of 81 al is love. Moth
srs' Magazine.
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they are used as illustrations OF manu-
facturer seeking by example. printing on
each pkg a truthful, exact statement OF
ingredients, 10 shame other makers into
doing the fair thing by the common peo-
pie. and establishing an era OF pure food.
but that procedure has not yet forced
those who adulterate and deceive To
change their methods hence this effort TO
arouse public sentiment and show a way
out Of the present condition Of fraud, de-
ceit and harm.
The undersigned is paying to thepub-
fishers of America about 100000 to
print this announcement in practically
all OF the great papers and magazines, in
the conduct of what he chooses to term,
IAN educational campaign" esteemed 10
be OF greater direct value TO the people
than establishment Of many Libraries.
That is held TO be a worthy method OF
using money for the public good Tell
the people facts. show them a way 10
help themselves and rely upon them to
act intelligently and effectively.
The reader will be freely forgiven il
he entirely forgets the reference to
Postum and Grape-Nuts, If he will but
join the pure food movement and
do things.
CIV. POST.
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ny LADY
PROPOSES
ny J. =. FLETCHER


Person Joyce had been III through
cut the greater psrt CT hard winter,
and when he went abroad again for the
first time there we're many signs In
the garden OF his vicarage that winter
was already changing to spring.
Folk OF the wording class would
have said that Parson Joyce must be
easily content with his lot-there
seemed 10 be so little In 1t 70 their
eyes for which one could be thankful
lie had his vlcarage end a little glebe,
co a year in money. and little
more from his dues; twas enough TO
exist on, but only that, and In such
an out-ofthe-way parish what chance
had he of promotions II had never
occurred TO him. however, that he was
aught but a fortunate man-his tastes
were few and very simple. and easily
supplied by the old woman who served
him.
AS he wandered around his garden
pOttering about him with his stick,
Parson Joyce heard the click Of the
gate and looked in It's direction. There
stood rs dainty piece Of womanhood
as a man might wish to see-Mistress
Sybil Luttrel. Lady Of the Manor
rich beautiful. scarce out Of her teens
an .mperious young woman who ruled
the countryside, and was ardently de
sired by every young gentleman. and
a good many old ones, of the neighbor-
hood.
Since the death Of her father, old
Squire Anthony. her will had been law.
and the law had been pleasant, so long
as II was obeyed.
But there was no trace of imperious
bearing in her manner as she moved
with the grace Of a pretty woman TO
where Parson Joyce stood watching
her. and held out r. little hand to
him.
Mr.. Joyce" she said, 81 am glad
that YOU are able 10 be about your
garden again. Your strength"
The parson took eff his shovel hat
as he bent over her hand.
II thank you, madam" he answered.
II thank heaven, my strength is rap
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Pattern No. 5535.-A mode that ex-
hibits wide tucks in the front is here
shown in a development OF reseda green
albatross, finished by machine stitch
ing. The front opens over a chemisette
made Of overlapping rufies OF Nalen-
ciennes lace The back is plain, but the
sleeves are slightly gathered below the
elbow, into clcse-ftting cuffs. Two
large pearl buttons ornament the trim
ming band where II laps in front silk,
wool and the heavy washable materials
are al suitable to the design The
medium size will require two and five
eighths yards Of 36-inch material.
Sizes for 80. "a. SO, IS, 40 and ~ inches
bust measure
This pattern will be sent to you on
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idly returning. But there were many
sick and poor when l was stricken.
1t was a sore thought"
But they were all cared for-all!"
she said, with emphasis. Surely you
knew that would see to that. Mr..
Joyca?"
Madam" he said. Il have always
known that you were all that is char
table and good"
No, MOI" she exclaimed Don't
hold too high an opinion Of me, pray
you. But" her voice took a lower
tone-"I try to De good 1t is some
times hard"
Not sometimes, madam" he said,
correcting her, gently Always"
Il know some one" she hesitated,
10 whom 1t seems a very easy mat
ter. always TO be-very, very good.
But perhaps"
Parson Joyce gave her a wondering
lock,
'~f1cre Is no one like that. madam, "
ha said. mo one knows what lies in
the human heart-it has its sscrets.'
"Ahl" she flashed out upon him.
That's true" She stroked her nun
with triRing touches of her slender
fingers for awhile, then, looking art
lessly at him. she said: "Mr. Joyce,
| came here for two reasons-to give
You my congratulations and to speak
to you about myself
The parson felt something clutch at
his heart, and he put his stick hard
on Tie path and leaned upon IT,
Shall we so into he yicarage?" she
asked 'Tis not good for you to re
main out so long
Parson Joyce led the way to his
little study AS he walked he prayed
for strength 10 bear tho communica.
ton which he bellesed the lady OF the
manor was about to make 70 him. as
her Official guide aud pastor For
simple man as Parson Joyce was. he
was still man and for two long years
he mad been ia love with the girl who
now walked behind him SO closely
that she could have touched the worn
out cloak. but who In his eyes was
as far out Of mis- reach as any star IN
the heavens
There was n bright fire OF wood
In the little room where the parsor
kept his treasured books, and wrote
his sermons. IL was a or enough
room, but there was an air OF home
~ comfort about It which made the
lady q the manor sigh.
Mr. Joyce" she began, and Their
pauzed. IS II In DOUBT. ~ hnd It diff
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Pattern No. 5592.-In the stylish bod
ice here shown pale gray wolfe was
associated with Irish lace. Deep tucks
ornament the front and back. The V
outline in the back. and the crossed
fronts are finished by a narrow pleating
OF taffeta silk The puff sleeves have
deep cuffs Of the lace. and fancy up
turned Guns OF velvet. II preferred. the
sleeves may be in elbow length. Cash
mere. chiffon. broadcioth. crepe meteor
and tafleta silk are all adaptable. The
meiium size will require two and one
quarter yards Of 44-inch material Sizes
Tor 80. "a. Sc. 3S. 40 and ~ inches bust
measure.
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