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Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

Jules Simoneau. the quaint keeper OF a
quaint little restaurant at Monterey, Cal.
guards as chief OF his treasures a set Of
Robert Louis Stevenson's works. He ana
his famous author were fast friends. Ste
vensOn while In California having been a
constant patron OF Simoneau's bohemian
resort On the fyleaf OF each book Is a
typical inscription and autograph. and some
priceless letters written for the most part
in French and kept in an iron box. Among
them is one evidently written apropos OF
some incident OF injustice IN which Steven
son says; But the race Of man was born
tyrannical; doubtless Adam beat Eve, and
when all the rest are dead the last man will
be found beating the last dog"
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

the best exhibition of omaha's floral and
tree planting improvements could be seen.
This two hours ride was greatly enjoyed.
both in point of scenery and the exhibit
ton OF speed. which was given by some
Of the machines the run from Forest
The following prominent horticulturists and
Lawn cemetery to Farnam street being
made in fourteen minutes, the guests de-
claring IT a forty-mile gait.
The attendance was very good not only
of the membership, but interested visitors
from out in the state, and over in Iowa.
foriculturists were present: Prof Law
renee Bruner, c. II. Barnard, A. ]. Brown,
G. s. Christy, ]. l.. Coppoc, ]. r. David
son, e. w. Dole, Prof. r.. A. Emerson,
Paul Floth, Erwin Fry, Charles II. Green,
j. II. Hadkinson, c. s. Harrison II. s.
Harrison, w. A. Harrison, II. +. Heath,
j. f. HELM, Lewis Henderson, Jacob Hess.
c. NJ. Hurlbert. Val Keyser, G. A. Mar
shall, c. c. Marshall, II. w. Marshall T. n.
Martin, C. B. Parker, L. NJ. Russell, Don L.
Russell, Charles L. Saunders, w. @. Swan,
l.. o. Williams, j. A. wager Peter Young
ers. F. E. Dewey, Prof. E. A. Burnett, Burt
Lake and Ralph Lake OF Shenandoah, Ia;
Wesley Green, secretary of the Iowa State
horticultural society; N. Stanct, Council
Bluffs, Ia; W. r. Adams of the Omaha
Park board; r. c. Peters, Ed Williams and
Judge w. w. Slabaugh
The officers of this association are: ]. II.
Hadkinson, Benson, president; c. s. Harri-
son, York. vice president; c. II. Green,
Fremont. second vice president; Peter
Youngers, Geneva, treasurer; L. NJ. Russell,
Lincoln, secretary. Directors: w. G. Swan,
Tecumseh; A. ]. Brown, Geneva; ]. A.
wager, Fremont.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Financial Strategy.

When Lord Kitchener once makes up his
mind about anything il requires a very
determined will indeed TO turn him from
his purpose. On one occasion n difference
Of opinion had arisen as to the amount Of
money he might expend on the conveyance
Of stores 10 the front. He wanted a couple
OF thousand pounds for the purpose, but a
niggardly pay department at home pro-
tested that the estimate was much too hlgh
Cant do II for less" was the laconic
response telegraphed to headquarters in
London. This. however, only evoked a re-
ply that he would not be allowed more
than a quarter OF the sum asked for. To
everybodys intense surprise "K' wired
back, "All right!' and proceeded to carry
on the work he was engaged on. When the
expedition was over, however. the treasury
officisls were electrified to receive from its
organiser a bill reading as follows; First,
TO conveyance Of military stores. as per
estimate G5OO; secondly. to supplementary
expenses, el,5O0
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Attractive Small Fruits.

G. s. Christy of Johnson county Ne"
braska, who has attained some notoriety
as grower of small fruits, had on exhl-
bition a very fine display,consisting of sew
eral plates of the Lucretia dewberry and
Cardinal and Cumberland raspberry, that
for size and general attractiveness capu-
waited the fruit fanciers and elected the
most profuse compliments on Mr.. Christy
for his achievements in this line OF Work.
The Cumberland, a black raspberry, DEM
onstrated it's ability as a producer and de-
sirable sales fruit by its size and prolific
qualities. On the tip of a cane of this va
riety measuring Ave inches there were
tventy-six berries measuring two and a
quarter 70 two and a half inches in circum-
ference. Some single specimens could be
found in this display that would exceed
this measurement. The berries were not
only large and fine in appearance, but pos
sessed the flavor and palatable properties
that recommend them. This variety is
yislding near 100 cases per acre this season,
which find ready sale at $40 per crate.
The Cardinal, a red variety, is a very pro-
life bearer and large berry. But the
Lucretia dewberry was the sensation. 1t
is exceptionally large, measuring as much
as three and half inches by four and a
half inches in circumference. These berries
are not fully endorsed by Mr. Christy as a
paying crop. yet he speaks very encour-
agingly of them as a profitable berry to
raise. AS a seller they certainly possess all
the attractive qualities, large size. bright,
glossy appearance. perfectly formed fruit.
Mr.. Christy thinks that 500 to $500 per
acre for raspberries or strawberries very
reasonable estimate where good cultivation
is given. His sales are made to merchants
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

contest continued with vigor for several
years Thrice armed with a just cause,
the locals fought valiantly and well, and
won. One by one the nationals collapsed
and went into the hands of receivers.
Court records in various states are bur-
dened with the records of this gross swim
die, and the very few nationals now in
existence possess the breath of life because
laws inspired by that educational campaign
oblige them to deal honestly with their
members. In this connection it,is worthy
of note that Nebraska is one of the few
states in the union where the nationals
were unable TO secure a foothold. and
the credit for this interesting fact is due
to Mr.. Bentley, who drafted and secured
passage of the building and loan law Of
1891
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Susceptibility Town.

HJ-ho, baby's away
To the beautiful land OF rest;
Away 10 the town Of Sleep-till-day
HIS sleping cars. mammals breast.
Hi-ho-bye-low; bye-baby -bye-oh.
Hi-ho. baby, my love.
Mamma shall be the train:
Her arms the strong engineer love
To SleeD-til-day town and home again
Hi-ho-bye-lOw; bye-baby- bye-oh.
Hi-ho, baby, my dear,
Two white curtains drop down:
The peek-a-bOo stars and you shall hear
Tho song OF Sleep-till-day town.
Hi-ho-bye-low; bye-baby- bye-oh.
Hi-ho, bahys away,
Safe In his own warm bed:
Sweet dreams and he are busy ct play
Meath the curls OF his tiny head
Hi-ho-bye-low; hye-baby -bve-oh.
Anna L. Dewey. 10 Chlld's Garden.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

Omaha in a paper which in his absence
was read by Lewis Henderson.
MY Observation Of Ornamental Trees
and Shrubs Suitable for Planting in East
ern Nebraska" was given by w. A. Adams
Of Omaha. superintendent of parks This
was a very instructive paper. az 1t gave
a descriptive outline Of each kind OF tree
and shrub used ana its degree OF success
as he has observed II. II is the kind of in
formation that the home owner who con-
templates planting should have 1t is not
so much the buying and planting Of trees
and shrubs that make Improvement on
grounds as the knowledge Of what TO buy
and plant in order 20 get results.
Bedding Plants and Planting Plants
by Ed Williams Of Grand Island, was
topic Of interest with the florists and
ELECTED considerable inquiry and discus
sion.
THE Ideal Carnation," by Irwin Frey
Of Lincoln, was another well written paper
and highly complimented by florists.
Roses" by NJ s. stanch of Council
Bluffs was one OF the most highly appre-
ciated papers read during the entire meet
ing and displayed a most thorough knowl-
edge Of the subject by the writer The
plain and comprehensive manner OF pre-
sent!ng the various phases of this topic
convinced the audience that Mr.. Stanch
not only understood how TO grow roses,
but has the ability to impart information
to those who desired to be taught the plain
truths Of successful rose culture. The
general discussion that followed each paper
presented was the undlsputed evidence OF
the interest the audience had in these
meetings.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

william s. and Boone Thompson, sons OF
Mayor Thompson OF Kalamazoo. are work
ing on the streets there as PAYERS. Their
father is rich, but he believes that his boys
will put higher value on the money they
earn than on what he gives them Boone
Thompson is college graduate and is be-
coming a very good stone payer. His
brother William has just returned from a
course at a military academy and Boone
Is teaching him all he has learned about
paving blocks Both young men wear over
alls ana carry dinner pals. Their father
could give them the backing OF millions
II they started In business.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

E&1 part Is every word true, Robin
kA lived with his brothers and sisters
IQ&HR1 in the warm little house his
49, father and mother had made for
them away in the tiptop of the corner
maple. There his mother used to feed him
with worms from the garden, and his
father would sit on a branch and sing to
him, and at night the wind would blow
softly and rock him to sleep.
That was when he was very little, before
his feathers were grown. When he was
bigger, he would sometimes peep over the
side of his warm home down at the close
cut grass and bright flowers, and the green
roof of the house where Edward and his
grandpa lived: and that was how the
trouble came, for one day, when he was
peerlng over a little farther than he ever
had before, suddenly he lost his balance and
went falling, falling, falling, with nothing
under him TO hold him up.
His wings were too little to fly with. but
he wriggled them so bravey that he
reached the ground unhurt, only greatly
frightened, and of course the first thing
that he did was to begin calling loudly for
his mother. She came flying from the let
tuce bed, where she had been to look for
grubs, and when she saw him out of the
nest and there upon the ground, she was
more frightened than he, for she thought
of cats and dogs and other dreaful things
that he had never heard of.
So she cried and cried; but he could not
fly back, and she could not carry him, and
all their crying would have come to pothing
but that Edward heard it and came running
from the lilac bushes to see what was
the matter.
Then Robins mother cried her very
loudest for she was greatly afraid Of
little boys. and Robin cried his loudest.
Edward looked from one of them 10 the
other and then. without waiting one min
ute, he ran for his grandpa, because his
grandpa could do almost anything, and Ed
ward himself did not see how the birds
were to be helped,
When grandpa came he looked first at
the wee bunch of nuttering feathers on the
ground, then at the mother bird, calling
pitifully, then at the nest in the tlptop
of the corner maple, and he knew at once
that neither he nor Edward could climb
as high. as that.
I'VE must make another nest" he said,
and Edward nodded; and that was what
they did. Edward brought a strawberry
box. and grandpa lined it with soft rags
from the house: then they put the little
OF one OF the clothesline posts. where II
would not blow Off and whore no cat
could climb to II.
There Robin lived all through his little
childhood for he was almost past being a
baby when he fell out OF the tree Every
morning and every afternoon Edward and
his grandpa would feed him with worms
from the garden, and his mother did not by
any means forget him. but used TO come
and feed him, too just as she did his
brothers and sisters in the maple. By
and by he began 20 learn TO fly. just a little
way at first, and one morning. when they
took down the box TO feed him. he wai
gone.
That is the end. except that one Sunday
Edward was very sure he saw him fyine
past the barn, and he seemed to be just
happy as II he had lived all his life
in the maple.-Youths Companion.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Prophet of the Simple Life.

Solomon Neva, the prophet OF the simple
life In It's EXTREMIST sense. has arrived in
Paris in the hope OF interesting prominent
persons in his scheme OF founding a sani-
tarium IN the mountains where he would
have only children as his patients and
would bring them up 10 live a purely
natural life Neva lives on raw fruit and
vegetables. never touching eggs. milk or
butter or meat OF any kind. He does not
even drink water and battles only about
once q year. and he believes that a daily
rubbing down with towel sufficient to
keep the body clean. He has a curious
history. having once been in the Dutch
consular service. He lost a fortune OF
10000 francs in an unsuccessful coffee plan
tation in Java and since then has gone
about the world in strange garb. preaching
his new doctrine.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

Several questions OF immediate concern
10 home builders and home owners came
up for discussion at the Cincinnati meet
of the duty on building material. which
was referred for report 10 a committee last
year, Another topic is explained by the
title. why Tax Homes?" Both questions
are put 10 70 the convention by the New
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Young Old Boy of Senate.

Mr.. Pettus of Alabama is frequently re-
ferred to as 1.-THE oldest youngster in the
senate OF the United States Not long
ago he was accosted on the street by an
Old man, bent and feeble, who inquired after
his health. "I am in excellent health"
briskly responded Mr.. Pettus, not recogniz-
ing the old gentleman. why, don't you
know me. Pettus?" came in surprised tone
from the other, who gave such clear evil
dence of the flight of years I'VE were
classmates" WhereupOn Mr.. Pettus re-
membered. and the two had a friendly chat
When the old chap had departed Mr.. Pettus
turned to a colleague. observing; II knew
that gentleman was just my age. but, God
bless me, didn't dream that 1 was his!"
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
IIttIe Peeps Into MythoIoEy.

One Of the many beautiful nymphs who
attended the goddess Diana In her hunt
was Echo. who was all gayety laughter
and chatter. Indeed. her chatter" or in
eessant talking, was her greatest failing
and came TO be her ruin So we'll she loved
TO argue or dispute, or NEEDLE in anothers
affairs With her toO-nimble tongue, that
she caused herself much trouble.
One day the goddess Juno was looking
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22


@NANY years ago the late Sir John
M Macdonald, premier of Canada,
was present at public diner. at
Tes2S@N which he was expected to deliver
~ a rather important speech. In
the conviviality OF the occasion he forgot
the more serious duty of the evening. and
when, at late hour. he rose. his speech
was by no means so luminous as it might
have been. The reporter. knowing that 1t
would not do to print his notes as they
stood. called on Sir John next day and
told him that he was not quite sure Of
having secured an accurate report.
He was invited TO read over his notes, but
he had not got far when Sir John inter-
rupted him with, THAT is not what 1
said" There was a pause, and Sir John
continued, Let me repeat my remarks"
lie then walked up and down the room and
delivered a most impressive speech in the
hearing OF the amused reporter, who took
down every word as It fell from his lips.
Having thanked Sir John for his courtesy,
he was taking his leave. when he was
recalled to receive this admonition
Young man. allow me to give you this
word OF advice: Never again attempt TO re-
port i public speaker when you are drunk. y
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

in the towns along the lines OF railroad In
his own nelghborhood. who take all he can
furnish.
Ma Dole Of the Dole Floral company OF
Beatrice had with him collection OF how-
ering vines. which he recommended for
training over arbors, porches or summer
garden or lawn houses. His exhibition and
talk on this subject was listened TO with
great deal OF interest. He suggested the
construction of this plan OF bower OF vine
covered playhouse for the country school
Fairgrounds, which he regarded as a very
practical and appropriate school grounds
improvement.
Prof. Lawrence Bruner was called upon
to explain the origin of the grub worm
and how to get rid OF it. This drew him
into general discussion Of the cut worm,
the little ants and other insect pests that
give more or less annoyance to plant
growth. The common white grub worm
he defined as the product OF the Juno
bug and is a hard thing to destroy, since
It works underground and cannot be
poisoned except by destroying the vegeta-
ton. His very novel method of getting rid
of ants Is to soak a sponge with sugar
water or sweetened water; the ants will
readily crowd into the sponge. When well
filled the sponge can be dropped into
pail Of boiling water, then the dead ants
dislcdged and shaken out as nearly as
possible. the sponge reset with the enticins
sweet water and the process repeated as
long as there are ants to destroy. This
plan can be successfully used in cupboards
or any place where ants are found to be
nuisance 1t is worth remembering.
Wesley Green, secretary of the Iowa
Horticultural society, was introduced by
President Hadkinson as a representative
of the great state on the east. Mr.. Green
confined his remarks mainly to the line
of thought introduced by the subjects dis
cussed in the various papers read. Mr..
Green is perfectly at home in the discussion
of Horticulture or horticulture having de-
voted more than fifty years of his life to
active work in those industries. He is
quite complimentary in his expression OF
the work done in Nebraska by our state
association
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Probably aGot HIs.n

MAJ said little Willie. for the tenth
time
"siience. SIR" cried his mother Didn't
tell you not 10 Interrupt me and Mrs.
Cable? Wait until we're through talkinE.s
''RnL ma. I want 70 say this today"
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Ttt for Tut.

When Count Cassini. Russia's former am
bassador to Washington. who Is now en-
joying his promotion" 20 Madrid. FIRST ar
rived IN this country his command ever the
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Two spIendTG Addresser.

The evening session was given over TO
c. s. Harrison of York and Judge w. w.
Slabaugh OF Omaha to address the audience
on topics of special interest Our Unused
Capital" was the topic selected by Mr..
Harrison, which in his usual earnest and
enthusiastic manner of expression, soon
had rivited the attention of his audience
by his forceful arguments of the great
opportunities which now lie open to all for
a betterment of humanity by the develop
ment of natures resources. Mr.. Harrison
was in his best form for an earnest horti-
cultural exhortation and there was no ques-
tioning the spirit of revival he stirred up
from the enthusiastic acknowledgment Of
the audience rendered him at the close.
Judge Slabaugh, the president of the
Civic Improvement league and chief ex-
ponent Of reform in matters of improve
ment about the city, took for his text
"Civic Improvement" This address was
one of special merit and was attentively
listened to by all. The farmers and horti-
culturists from the country were loud in
commendation of the arguments used by
Mr.. Slaubaugh for making better men and
women out of the boys and girls by teach
ing them better methods Of using their
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

On Thursday the visiting members of
the horticultural society with the guests
of the association. were taken a trip over
the city in automobiles, furnished by the
citizens to visit the parks, cemeteries.
boulevards and residence districts where
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

time and creating within them higher as
plrations of life. Devising means of keep
ing them employed at work or play, "the
busy boy is the boy who keeps clear of
evils ways" Judge Slabaugh lined HIM
self up with the farmers at the outstart
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
A Generous Governor.

When Governor Head was in office in New
Hampshire Colonel Barrett, an estimable
member of the governors stan. died. and
there was an unseemly scramble of would
be successors for the office. even while h.S
body was awaiting burial with military
honors.
One candidate somewhat holder than the
rest ventured TO call upon Governor Head.
thinking to ascertain the bent of the gov
ernor's mind upon the important question.
Governor" he said, mot to speak in a
manner too positive, do you think you would
have any objections II 1 was to get into
Colonel Barrett's placer
The answer came promptly: mo, don't
think I should have any objections II the
undertaken is willing"
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

IN TINS session, as one OF It's cltlzenS, hon,
c. f. Bentley of Grand Island, will doubt
less be promoted to the presidency of the
league. Mr.. Bentley is first vice president
of the body, and If the custom of former
years is followed he will be chosen presi-
dent without contest. Nebraska associa-
tons will be well represented at the meet
ing, prepared to secure for their favorite
tho honor he so well deserves. Besides Mr..
Bentley the delegation consists OF C. w.
Brininger. Grand Island; @. NJ. Nattinger,
president and Elmer e. Bryson. secretary.
Of the Nebraska State league; George f.
Gilmore T. J. FltzmOrris and Z. V. Smith
of Omaha.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

by telling them how. when a boy on the
farm, he used to get reprimanded by his
father for sighting his blowing. He was
taken into the fold and his address was
accepted as one of the best ever heard
on civic improvement.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
Gossip and Stories About Noted People

English language was, to put 1t mildly, very
feeble so when a reporter not long after
ward was sent to interview him in his pri-
vate suite at the Waldorf-Astoria the con-
versation languished from the start. At
last the Russians patience gave way.
Don't you speak French?" he asked i'm
patiently. The newspaper man regretted
that he did not. The ambassadors eye
flashed. Every young man should learn
French" he observed brusquely. Every
old diplomat should learn English" quietly
retorted the reporter as he vanished
through the door.
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22

IB United States League of Local
Building and Loan Associations
meets in Cincinnati Wednesday
and Thursday of this week. Ne
hraska il narticnlarlv interested
Omaha daily bee., 1906-07-22
The Story of Robin.

n the very beginning, and this
part is every word true, Robin
lived with his brothers and sisters
in the warm little house his
father and mother had made for