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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19
ONE OF NATURES TOOLS.
How TeazeIs Are Used In Finishing
Different Cloths.

How TeazeIs Are Used In Finishing
Different Cloths.
Growing by the wayside you will Of
ten see that stately, spiny looking
plant, the teaZel, but l wonder how
many know that it has helped to finish
many piece of cloth they wear.
We are apt to think of a tool as
something of mans make, yet here is
one of natures own, and nothing has
~ take its place. For ages the teaZel
has been used for fulling cloth-that
is, raising the "nap"-and the manu-
facturers refer to map goods" thus
treated as ''gigged."
When ripe, the dried spike heads are
gathered, packed carefully in bundles
and shipped In all directions to facto-
ries. The variety mostly used have
the extreme end of the spikes hooked
or curved backward. This is called
"fulIers' teazel." These heads form a
sort of brush and are attached to a
wheel or cylinder which revolves
against the surface of the cloth, and
these curved spikes catch part of the
threads and pull them up, making
fuzzy nap. This is trimmed down and
leaves that soft. velvety finish TO the
cloth The spikes have strength enough
and elasticity, but when they come in
contact with Il rough place in the cloth
they break and so avoid tearing the
material. Try as they may. no one has
ever been able to invent tool possess
ing all of these qualities, so the teaZel
stands unrivaled for that use. The
plant as we see it growing wild looks
perhaps at first glance somewhat like
a thistle but it really has dignity
and character all its own. The heads
in flower are covered with fluffy
down, lavender or white, and as the
blossoms drop spikes appear until lat
er it fairly bristles. The leaves. point
ed and spiked, shooting out each side
of the stem. meet at the base and form
little basin in which is usually wa
ter. SO we have the name Of the plant
from the Greek 'dipSacuS," meaning
thirsty. and many other fanciful ones,
such as Venus cup, Venus bath, wood
or church brooms, gypsy combs, cloth
ier's brush, etc.-St. Nicholas.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19
ODDITIES.

Bees never store up honey where it
is light.
The moth has fur jacket and the
butterfly none.
A squirrel comes down n tree head
first and n cat tail first.
Leaves will attract dew when boards,
sticks and stones will not.
Corn on the ear is never found with
an uneven number of rows.
The dragon fly can devOur its own
body and the head still live.
A horsefy Will live for hours after
the head has been pinched off.
Fish, flies and caterpillars may be
frozen solid and still retain life.
a horse always gets up fore parts
first and COW directly the opposite.
Some flies thrust their eggs into the
bodies of caterpillars, but always in
such parts of the body that when the
larvae are feeding on the flesh of the
foster parent they will not eat into any
vital part.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19
Guarding Jockeys.
Why Detectipes IRE NoqU En-
pioyed to Watch Eastern =
Horse Pilots.

Officials of the Jockey club, the rul-
ing eastern turf organization, now en-
ploy detectives to watch the jockeys SO
as to prevent interference with them
or attempts at bribery by designing
persons, such as gamblers and touts.
This new move has aroused a great
deal of comment, and good results
from it are looked for by the Jockey
club stewards.
This move is the direct outcome of
many scandalous stories of last sea-
son which connected the names of
prominent owners with those of jock
eys. The horsemanship displayed by a
few of the leading jockeys at times
was so crude and far below the real
ability of the boy that the stewards
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19


We're not satisfied with the explana-
tons forthcoming from the owners
that it was merely Il matter of poor
judgment, and Investigations were set
on foot which convinced the officials
that there was an Interior motive be-
hind many defeats of the best horses.
No man is now permitted to converse
with the boys on any subject when
once the rider is inside the grounds of
the race courses. The boys under en-
gagement to ride must report at 100
p. IN. every horse that they have got to
mount on during the afternoon If
they are to ride in the six races they
will not be permitted to leave the
jockey room or the Enclosure of the
scales at any period except to go into
the paddock to mount their horses
This rule is imperative and so strin-
gent that no relative, not even father
or mother, will be permitted to talk to
rider. Many of the Jockeys have
as managers their fathers or brothers.
1t is the duty of their relatives to make
the enga gements for the boys, but once
the arrangements are completed nei-
Their fathers nor brothers will be al
lowed to talk with them.
If any owner Is in quest of jockey
and he has not already secured him
prior to the race he may. by looking
over q list of names which are con-
spicuously posted near the scales,
make a selection of a desirable rider.
If he should select one and that boy
has no mount in the particular race
he may on application to the clerk of
the scales tell his quest and engage
the boy to ride his horse.
The jockeys are under supervision
from the time they enter the grounds
until they leave. There is a corps
of Pinkerton detectives in plain clothes
always lowering around the executive
buildings, in which are located the
weighing and the jockeys dressing
rooms. Besides these special police
men, there are two other officers who
are always on hand looking after
the riders. These are uniformed police
men. One is stationed in the Jockeys
dressing rooms and the other at the
scales. They never let a rider out OF
their sight and always check him and
any stranger from conversIng together.
This supervision of the police over
the jockeys is not confined merely to
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19

in by the throngs of people that filled
the magic city.
So many new features are installed
this year that the general aspect of
the White City is almost changed.
New buildings for the new shows of
this season dot the grounds, and the
impression is one of complete reiuven-
alton.
The band stand of last year has been
replaced by magnificent shell built in
the peristyle at the base of the beau
tiful tower, and lines and his band
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19

lCongalton is of the Cleveland re-
cruits that Took good" He has shown
up unusually well in the outfield, and
his heavy batting has caused Captain
Lajoie TO sign him for the season.
say nothing of the effect if such bets
should be allowed to become general
among the players. Gambling alone has
ruined many a great sport, and even
baseball. great institution that it Is,
could not withstand for long the evils
which would grow out of gambling If
once permitted to become recognized
as general.
The suspicious which Immediately
would be created in the minds of the
patrons would find plenty of material
to feed on in the vagaries and uncer-
tainties of baseball, and all except the
gamblers soon would turn from the
sport once its honesty was doubted
But aside from this fact such q bet
as the Cleveland players proposed was
bound to produce much harm, even If
not to the honesty OF the game. Play
ers who have wagered their own mon
ey that they will beat out certain ri
walls, either final position or in the sea-
sons series between their clubs would
make the life of an umpire unbearable
on and off the diamond. 1t is bad
enough now, when the winning of a
pennant or a clubs position in a race
means little to the individual players
except glory and a possible raise in
salary. but If the loss of a game or a
series is going TO take money out Of a
players pocket directly that player
will fight the umpire much harder than
now. Every decision would be sure to
draw a kick from one team or the 9TH
er, and every player would participate
In It. Unless the umpires benched half
or three-quarters of the players in each
game rowdyism would become as ram
pant as a few years ago.
Despite all efforts there is too much
betting in connection with baseball as
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19
WHITE CITY OPENS ITS DOORS
Chicagc's Big Amusement Resort Be
gins the Summer Season.

Chicago, May 19.-Tonight, with a
blaze of lights and the music of many
bands, White City opened its doors to
such an immense crowd of sight-seek-
ers that the capacity of even the man.
moth amusement park was severely
tested.
1t is difficult to depict the scenes of
excitement and enjoyment participated
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19
That Made Milwaukee Famous

Treasurer-Mrs. A. II. Barber, Chi
cago
Secretary-Mrs. Reuben Maplesden,
Brooklyn.
Field Secretary-Miss Mary G.. Bur-
dette. Chicago
This afternoon the send anniversary
of the American Baptist Publication
society begins its celebration.
See that your druggist gives you no
imitation when you ask for Kennedy's
Laxative Honey and Tar, the original
laxative cough syrup. At all druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19

the race track. Some boys who are un-
der suspicion by the officials are shad.
owed from morning until thsS are in
bed. and even when they have retired
race track sleuth guards them and
takes note of all the men who enter
the jockeys houses. If by any chance
bookmaker or a clerk who is known
to be In touch with a bookmaker meets
a Jockey or holds conversation with
him the incident is noted, and the re-
port is sent to the stewards in control.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19
Baptist Society Elects.

Dayton, Ohio. May 19.-The 10Th an
niversary Of the American Baptist
Home Missionary society closed after
electing these officers:
President-Mrs. J. y. Grouse, Chi
cagO.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19

! of half a hundred musicians Inaugural
ted the second season of this biggest
amusement proposition in the west.
The suspicious opening forecasts an
untold popularity for White City this
year.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1906-05-19

UMPIRE JOHN Il. CONWAY.
(John II. Conway is a promising new Ma
tional league umpire He came to Pres
ident Pulliam highly recommended. He
recently showed his nerve by ordering
Manager McGraw. Catcher Roger Bres-
nahan and First Baseman Dan McGann
of the New York Nationals out of the
game for three days in Boston.l
IL Is. No relaxation should be made
from present standards. In fact, the
club owners themselves should attend
to that and set their players and the
public a good example by refraining
altogether from the too prevalent prac-
tice of betting hats and suits of clothes
with each other.
They may think it indicates sports
manskip and confidence on their part,
but it is bad example for the public.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14
ORIGIN OF THE STAMP.
New story About the Birth OF Row
land HIS Idc6.

From the Chicago Chronlcle.
The Chicago postal officials are discuss
ing a story from Washington which has
been printed in the Postal Clerk. local
organ Of the post-0fice employees con-
cerning the origin Of the postage stamp.
A number Of explanations have been
made concerning its origin, but many
are ready TO accept the latest story as
being authentic. The story gives Row
land Hill the credit for the postage sys-
TEN OF paying for postage originated
sixty-five years ago.
Mr. Hill was travelling in England. when
he saw a young woman receive "a letter
from a postman. She looked al it care
fully and then asked the amount of post
age When told j shilling she said that
she could not afford il. although the let
ter was from her brother. NT- Hiil paid
the postage. She told him that she and
ter brother had devised system Of
shorthand which they wrote on the out
side Of q sealed envelope and sent through
the malls. When the letters were de-
liyered each protested lack Of funds. re-
turning The letter after reading the nota-
tions N the envelopes. Mr.. HIS scheme
vas % compel the payment Of postage
before sending the letter.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14
YnIe's President Missed His Bath

President Arthur Hadiey, Of Yale, has
couple Of sons who inherit good deal Of
the genius and independent thought Of
their father One morning Mrs Hadley
got Up and went into the bathroom and
found her youngest. aged about I'VE, busy
sailing tin swans and fish in the bathtub,
guiding them with a magnet she gath
cred up the toys and told the y0ungsteT
that he must defer his amusement. as his
papa wanted 10 take his bath. The child
submitted with bad grace, but went out
In the street. Presently he met lady.
do you want 20 know something ne
remarked The president Of Yale College
won't have any bath this morning Do
you want 10 know why? Cause I have
got the plug 70 the bathtub in my pocket,
and it's going 20 stay there. see?'
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14
NEW RYTHMETRICAL MASSAGE.
4 Wonderfully Effective Method for
Preserving WOman's YOuthfuIneSs.

Il is but natural that woman. TO whom
beauty is such a valuable asset, should
feel a keen interest in any new method
OF treatment which VIII preserve and in
tensify her wOm8nly charms.
The great success of the Hattie NJ
Shacklette establishment, at 100l and 1904
Est. is due in no small measure to the
progressive methods employed therein
Miss Shackettc's latest acquisition is
the "rythuetrical massage" This treat
ment which advances thoroughly origi-
nal ideas on the art of beautifying, VIII
be a feature of the Shacklette toilet
studio during the fan and winter.
II derives itc name from the TythmetTl-
Ca exactness with which the treatment
is administered It is employed for both
face and scalp with most gratifying re-
suits. relieving teuzeness. so common in
this strenuous age. removing lines, cor
recting sagging muscles, sc.
Miss Shacklette's treatment Of the hair
has gained renown by reason of its ex-
ceptiOnal effectiveness Her establish
ment is under the care of an expert man
ager and a corps of welI-trained opera
tors. and during the next month she
herself Will be constantly in attendance.
Only women and children treated.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14
D. A. R. WILL CELEBRATE.
Tea Party Chapter at Annapolis to
Observe October 10.
special TO The Washington Herald.

Special 20 The Washington Herald
Annapolis, Md, Oct l3.-October ~ this
year viii be observed by the Peggy Stew
art Tea Party Chapter OF the Daughters
Of the American Revolution as behts The
dual celebration Of the surrender of
Yorktown and the burning Of the Peggy
Stewart IN Annapolis harbOr.
The ceremonies will be held IN the old
senate cDamber. The chapter will then
present Gov Warfeld with a painting
Of the historic tea party. done by an
Annapolis Daughter. The painting Is being
framed with portions Of the umbers Of
the Peggy Stewart, recently recovered
during the dredging of the new channel
to the Naval Academy
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14
O. J. DeMoll & Co.
1929. 1891, 1885 and 1887 G St
PIANOS
More than ten leading
Makes at the Fairest
Possible Prices

This stock Of Pianos is an ex-
hibit of the highest grade instru-
ments made. 1t IS a big stock.
embracing the various models
produced by more than ten
leading manufacturers
You should make il a point TO
visit our newly improved show
room and view the many beauti-
full pianos on exhibition now.
The prices We quote are excep-
tionally favorable to you, and We
are always ready to arrange sat
isfactory terms.
We mention a few Of the in
strunents for which We are ex-
elusive representatives in this
city.
HARDMAN PIANOS,
Priced from 800 10 500.
VOSE & SONS PIANOS,
Priced from 500 to $50.
SOHAER PIANOS,
Priced from 800 to 800.
SHONINGER PIANOS.
Priced from $3.50 20 $40.
HARRINGTON PIANOS,
Priced from t2Z5 70 1870.
MARTIN PIANOS.
Priced from 500 10 $50.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14
The ..Downey" Bridal Carriage

Is the most elegant and comfortable of
all wedding turnouts. Hired reasonqb bly,.
Write or phone Downey's Stables, 1620-9o
L st
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

Capt and Mrs Clifton Carter are now
stationed at Fort To;ten. n. Y. Mrs. Car
ter was before her marriage Miss Mae
Coleman. daughter of the late Mai. Fred
erick w Coleman. Of fhis city. Mre. Cole
man is now visiting her son, Lieut.. Fred
erick W Coleman. jr-. who is stationed in
Alaska.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

The Herald viii be pleased 10
receive reports of social events
and personal items for publica-
tion. These should be written on
one side OF the paper only. and be
accompanied by the name and ad-
dress Of the sender. Social and
personal items intended for the
Sunday issue should be so mark
ed and reach The Herald not
later than noon on Saturday.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

During the absence Of Capt. Robert H
Dunlap, L. S N. c, in Cuba, Mrs Dun
lap viii visit her parents, Col. and Mrs.
Thomas n. Wood, at the Boston Navy
Yard.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

Miss Josephine Reeve. daughter Of Col.
and Mrs. Felix Alexander Reeve. is Wis
iting her brother. Lieut.. Ernest NJ. Reeve.
at Columbus Barracks. Ohio.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

Miss Juanita Humphrey. daughter Of
Quartermaster General Humphrey, is Wis
iting Mrs Briggs. wife of Lieut. Briggs.
OF the Artillery, ar the Preside, OF San
Francisco. She expects 10 return 10 her
home at Fort Myer within the next
month.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

and have bought the property 17l5 Massa-
chusetts avenue, Of which they viii take
possession next month.
Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Scott Andrews
have closed their cottage at Newport, and
returned to their home in this city.
Mrs. Reginald de KOven has concluded
her visit to the Virginia Hot Springs. and
gene to Newport.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

Another interesting wedding of the
week VIII be that Of Miss Zoe Davis,
daughter OF Brig- Gen. George w Davis.
L. s. A, to MIR. Richard Calvert, son Of
the late Charles Baltimore Calvert, Of
MacAlpine, Nd. Owing 10 both families
being in mourning the ceremony viii take
place in the presence Of only a small
company at Gen. Davis apartment, at
The Connecticut.
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

CAPS DIeje. Ivl Moore T. S A
I 20 MISS Butler, CT San
-r.a3.7sc-. % t7Ee place in Switzerland
a-ce& eEoe. Ia Yesterday on the
Fau. f9l SoIhem pto7. Capt. Moore.
NaO was one Of the social aides ii the
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

WASB BtfNtrttjN
18th a. q
The Washington herald., 1906-10-14

1fee Carew tIrs- Eaoseveits sister. VINO
srsa- ld. g.eate~ part Of les. season IN
'Fas wlii pass the coming winter
ia -To- and italy
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-10-19
Young Women Wanted

been passing a week with her brot'cr,
Dr. German. and family.
The sudden death Of Miss Lydia Pi"rc2
Last Saturday morning, oct. -, was 4
great shock To all. She retired Friday
night ~ wen rs usual. apparently. and
ut breakfast time Saturday morning was
found dead in her bed. Lydia Weeks
Pierce better known as Aunt Lydia,
was born il Windsor II 1872 and fld lived
nn the farm which her father. Luther
Pierce. cleared in tn early days of
Maine. all her life. She was the last of
10 children save one. being survived by
Mrs. Sarah MoShcr Of Augusta. Her
uniform Kindness. interest and love have
cudearcd her not only to her many rela-
ties but also to numerous friends. in
Guiding the children. Her loss is Sorrl!
felt ana deeply mouncd by her nephew
Hiram Pierce. and family. with whom
she had lived many years. The funeral
services We're held nj the Baptist church
at 10 A. NJ. Tuesday, conducted by hci
pastor. ]. Frank Jones. and We're largely
attended.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-10-19

felI has purchased Mis-. Walter ]"ukins
farm at South Monmouth. also the stor"
and blacksmith shop.
Miss Gertrude Alexander, who has b"cn
the guest Of her aunt. Mrs. ". ". Nrlch
Of AIinot for some weeks. returned homo
Monday.
Road Commissioner Jewell is repairing;
the roads and bridges at East Wales.
Miss Elizabeth Wilson visited her
brother I.c" Wilson and family, at T."w-
iston Sunday.
Charles Annis Of Maiden. Mass. was at
the home of his parents. Mr.. and Mrs. ii.
4. Annis, Friday fpr a few hours.
Mr. Kcnncson ana family Of Bath visit
ed at Il. +. Roberts Sunday and Monday.
Mr.. ard Mrs. Walter Wclch were in
town Monday visiting relatives.
Willis lIodsdpn went to Gardiner Mon
day t. visit Mrs. Charles Collins.
Mrs. George lowell and daughter IT,
nora passed Wednesday at Marl,Wood
Farm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-10-19
STATE NEWS.
KENNEBEC.
NORTH WINDSOR.

Tho quarterly mcotiu% ut the Baptist
church was largely attended and very
much enjoyed. The sermons by Roy. +.
T.. Morse and Evangelist PERCY Miller
were most helpful. The social services
were frequent The Palermo Center
church. from which there was larg'
al, cation. invites the quarterly meeting
to convene with them at its next session.
Mrs. Cynthia Sabin Of Augusta is visit
irG her brother John Merrill and family.
Mrs. Elmer Thorn passed n few days
recently with her sister. Mrs. /. I. Dear
born Of Augusta.
Uncle" John Merrill and son. Freeman
Thorn. have begun in earnest to raise the
roof Of their house. Charles Sabin Of -tu-
susta has the work in charge.
Mrs Haddic Merrill and Mrs. Harry
E"ynton visited Waterville on Wednes-
day last.
Burr Jones with his classmate. Charles
Rush. Colby %. passed last Sabbath a;
home.
The Ladies' Union net with Mrs. Osca,
Carpenter last Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs Mercy Iiussey will entertain N,
Union next Wednesday afternoon. Oct
81
Mrs. Percy T.. Jones of Alma was ,b
guest Of her son. J. Frank Jones az
farmllN for few days recently.
Mr. and Mrs Sumner Parton nv, :,
800 turned frop Wisoasset wher. they ho,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1906-10-19
WARREN cox CIRCLE, NO. 10,
Of the Ladies of the G. A. r. of Maine
Organized in Augusta.

Mr.. Clara y. Sawyer. department pros
i.Irmt of Ladies' % the q. a. r. Of Maine.
was in tho atty yesterday for the purpos
Of InStituting n circle of the order. AMI
as a result Warren Cox Circle No 10.
WIS added to the rapidly growing order
in Maine.
The following officers were elected and
Installed by the department president, as
sisted Ivy Department Junior Vice Prtsi-
dent Mary Anderson of IIallowcll ana
department Treasurer Mae II. Thompson
of Watervillc:
Presidcnt-Mary A. Hopkins.
Senior vice president-Joanna Murray.
Junior vice preSident-Annie McFadden.
Sccrctary-Iillian Brannigan.
1rcasurer-Ada NJ. Savage.
Chaplain-Lucy A. Hanson.
'onductor-Mary r. Hopkins.
Assistant conduCtor-Eliza l.. Allen.
,;uard-Adeline Murphy.
Assistant gllard-Bernice l.. White
The new circle starts with a large char
ter list and many more to be added as
the charter Will he left open for on
month Great interest was manifested by
all present and the comrades present OK
pressed much pleasure and pride in tho
Cd Il membership Of over 1890. Remarks
were mad" by all present ana the l"-
partment president. Sister Clara \. Saw
yer of South Portland. CAV" int"rcStin,,
remarks regarding the growth and work
Of the order Sister Sawyer was elected
national Scr:or vice president at the r.
cent national convention held at Mime
apolis in August and all who know he:
feel the honor brought to Maine through
her has been honestly earned.
ronradc Lewis Selling. past depart
mont senior vice commander Of Maine.
WIS present and made Interesting re-
marks. lie is much interested in the
work Of the order.
i regular meeting Will be held the first
ana third Thursday evenings ut :. a. L.
hal ut : 20. and al members of the order
will he welcome and all members of SOL
dicrS' families are cordially invited to
join.
After cxcmpifyinG the work collation.
was served and a social hour enjoyed,
and with a bright future in prospect.
sood-hys were spoken and all departed
for their homes feeling better for having
assembled for the purpose of instituting
circle of the Ladies of the G.. A. r. in
Augusta.
Warren Cox Circle will visit Or Gideon
Palmer Circle, No. 4. at Gardiner Monday.
Nov :. Lowing on the $50 car from Wa
ter street. when that circle will he in
sr,ectrd and the department president will
I've present with the department Inspector,
sister Mary 4. Clifford Of Auburn.