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Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

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Large Audience Greatly Pleased WI
the Discourse Inst Night.
Richard "A. Pnrdy, Of New Vol
city, d celebrated lecturer of ShakA
spearean plays. delivered the first oN
q series of four lectures on Shake
speare before n large and a%pprecia-
tive audience under the auspices Of
the Department of Education in
Knights of Pythias hall, in Amboy
avenue, last night. The subject was
"Othello,' and was n of the most
interesting lectures and portrayals OF
the woolng. winning and death OF
Desdemona by Othello that has ever
been given in this place. Mr.. Purdy
gave a brief sketch of the play before
he began his lecture. His illustra-
ton from the selections of the play
were excellent and we're heartily ap-
plauded. Mr.. Purdy was here about
two years ago and gave the same lee
ture. 1t is possible that he might be
heard in this place some time In the
near future. The Philemon Literary
Club will try and arrange q date to
have him lecture at II OF their
meetings. The next lecture will be
the first of the series on Industries"
by John F. Dobbs, on "Paper-making
from forest to Press" 1t will be IL
Illustrated by stereoptican views.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
LnCAL rrEMS.

Mr.. Edward Gridley, of Barron
avenue, is slowly recovering from his
recent illness.
Mrs S. B. Hinsdale has removed
her kiln to the residence of Miss
Susie Freeman, in Railway avenue,
wher she also gives instruction IN
china painting on Tuesday mornings.
Mrs. Hinsdale has studied with some
of the best china decorators in both
Chicago and New York and brings to
her work an enthusiasm that inspires
her pupils 10 do their best.
The plan for the observance of the
week of PRAYER will be made known
on Sunday.
Mrs. Ellis B. Edgar has returned
from a business trip to Titusville, Pa.
Mrs. Percival Logan, of Edgar's
Hill, is entertaining d guest from OUT
of town.
Miss Helen Brewster is spending
a few days in New York.
Rev. and Mrs. Andrew Henry were
handsomely remembered by the CON
gregation during the Christmas holt
days with numerous gifts and a gen.
erous purse of gold.
Mrs. F. G. Tisdall and Miss Tisdall
spent Friday out of town.
Miss Louise Brewster, Of Green
street, spent Friday in New York.
Mrs. Louis Ballard is i'll at her
home in Sewaren.
Mrs. S. B. Hinsdale is spending a
few days in New York.
Mrs. G.. S. Demarest and Mrs. M.
Irving Demarest will entertain at the
w. A. A. Club tonight.
Mr.. Alfred Johnson, who has been
i'll at his home in Green street, is now
able to be out.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
sI1pREME CO,IRT OPENS.

The January term of the Supreme
Court will open Monday at the coun-
ty court house in Richmond with
Justice Frederick e. Crane on the
bench. He will be the first of the
newly-elected judges to sit in Staten
Island. A large number of criminal
and civil cases will come up before
this court. The case of Mrs. Grace
Cooper, who was indicted by the last
grand jury for manslaughter in the
first degree for the death of her hus-
band, which occurred in Stapleton
several weeks ago, will come up. She
Is now out on $4,000 bail.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
America Abroad.

To san in a wellfound American
vessel named by an American crew
from captain down to the boy who
carries countless boiled potatoes from
the gallery to the forecastle, to be
cared for by the stewards, who answer
your questions with unaccented mo,
sirs." and Eyes, sirs," to be. in a word,
home" during your entire trip is not
the least Of the Joys of a voyage to
Porto Rico4The Travel Magazine.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

CHURCH NOTES.

M tEt A@-E So MFf
MethodisE. I
The regular e~pmninnion. service
will be held in the M. IT, church Sum
day morning. Epworth League de-
votional meeting will be held at GAS
D. IN. The evening service at 1880
O'Clock will be addressed by a repre-
sentative Of the Anti-Saloon League
of New Jersey.
Junior League meets Wednesday
afternoon at 3:30 o'clock.
Congregational.
The Glorious Future" is the sub
ject of Rev. w. II. Jackson's sermon
for Sunday morning, and Ideals Is
the subject of the evening sermon.
Presbyterian.
Rev. w. c. Rommell, of Elizabeth,
will preach in the Presbyterian
church Sabbath morning. There viii
be no evening service
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
LOCAL ITEMS.

Miss Morgorie Smith, of Manhat-
tan, is the guest of Miss Lena Hoehn.
in Amboy avenue.
George Willis, of Astoria, was a
local visitor this week.
Mrs. George Haines, of Main
street, is slightly better, but still in a
serious condition.
Miss Pearl Drake leaves again to-
day for Pine Bush in the Catskills
after a visit with her cousin, Mrs.
Henry Walling, of Center street.
d. w. Robertson is billed to give
n of the moving picture shows here
Wednesday night, January 23.
John Swade was a local visitor last
night.
The X. of P. basketball team will
play the Highland A. c., of Jersey
City, tonight. A dance will follow.
Harry Arenson, of Broadway. who
ran a nail in his foot several DAYS
ago, is able to be about again.
Mrs. William O'Conner, who with
her son, Frederick O'Conner. of the,
state architects office, at ALBANY
spent the holidays in Oil City, Pa.
has returned to her home again i'm
Silver Square.
II. H.. Fuller, of West New Brigh-
ton, is back at his old position as
night telegraph operator at the local
depot of the Rapid Transit.
Jack Penny, of this place, the pro-
fessional rat catcher, is at work in
one Of the large grocery houses in
New York city, this week, cleaning
the place of the rodents.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry S. Johnston
nave returned from a weeks yisif
|lerly, Mass.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
FRIDAY AFTERNOON WHIST.

An enjoyable time was mao ny fthe
members of the Friday Afternoon
Whist Club at the home of Mrs. Mar
tin i. Joline, in Hopping avenue, yes
terday afternoon. One new member,
Mrs. Edmund Cuny, has joined the
club. Progressive whist was the
feature. After the cards refresh
ments we're served by the hostess.
The following were the most success
full and were awarded prizes: Mrs.
RAYMOND Ellis, first prize, sewing
bag; Mrs. Benjamin Rothschild; dam
ask towels, and Mrs. j.. w, Hender-
son, consolation prize, hatpin holder
Mrs. Joline had as her guests Mrs.
Harry E. Nance, of Port Richmond,
Mrs. Frank Joline and Mrs. Raymond
Ellis, Of this place. The next meet
ing will be at the home of Mrs
George Kiefer.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

: DETdGHTFU1 RECEPTION.

A delightful reception was given
by Mrs Wheeler eldflz att her home,
in Amboy avenue, lThursday after
noon, in honor OF her mother, Mrs.
Alvin Decker. Although the day was
a very stormy oneI about one hum
dred friends called during the two
hours. Mrs. Clark was assisted by
Mesdames Dorward and Dumont,
Mrs. Jerry Letson, Mrs. William Or
ton, Mrs. Charles Prickett and Miss
Daisy Orion. The color scheme was
green and white, and the table was
beautifully dressed. Miss Conover
furnished music.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Ar ST. MARK,s CHURCH.

The subject for the morning scr
vice at Ct. Marks M. e. church to-
morrow will be Resisting the Devil"
and in the evening will be the first OF
a series of sermons to young men by
the pastor, Rev. j. B. j. Rhodes, who
will take for his subject '"The Fast
Young Man All young men are
cordially invited. Services will be
held every evening next week except
Saturday. The various organizations
of the church will have charge eacn
night.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
"|-| 90 T.-F" N " =
Shoe Etiquette In india,

Indians take off their shoes when
there is q farash ,rHpon which they
have to sq4at, The mud from
the shoes would spell the sheet. A
native visitor to a European should
on no account drawAhls shoes, there
being no farash. II any deputy ma
gistrate does so. he is a cringing
slave, initiating the sahib's chapra-
9 and showing that he is as humble
as Ram Bakhsh before the sahib. If
his socks are torn and the toes are
out. It is a regular insult to the sahib.
Lahore Tribune.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Old story Revised.

st. George was observed to be re-
firing at full speed.
,"What?' gasped the excited multi
tude; running away from the
dragon?' ,s
YES painted tina great man; i
can Stay ordinary dragons, but when
they have flashing yes that blind you,
shrieks hat stun you and odors that
tall timbers."
s~uffocate you. it is time to take to the
And st. George just cleared the
road before another racing automobile
shot past and vanished in the gloom.
Chicago Daily News.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
INSTALLATION posTpONED.

Richmond Lodge No. 80, knights
of Pythias, held a largely attended
meeting in their rooms in Amboy
avenue, last night. The third degree
was conferred upon Elmont Bedell.
District Deputy Grand Chancellor Ira
K. Morris was present and made a
few remarks. Refreshments were
served after the meeting. The in
stallation did not take place last
night, but will be held next Friday
night. District Deputy Morriss will
be the installing officer. An elabor-
ate supper will follow the ceremon-
les.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
ENTERTAINED AT HIGH SCHOOL

The third entertainment Of the
Curtis High School Dramatic Club
was held in the German Club rooms
last night. A comedy entitled "Sky
Luke was presented by the club to
a full house. An informal dance fol-
lowed the entertainment. A large
delegation of the pupils from here
who attend that school went down to
the performance and dance. They
arrived home on a late train.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
FIRE LAST NIGHT.

Quite an excitement was caused in.
town last night by an alarm of fire
about 10 o'clock. The firemen re-
sponded promptly. The fire was To-
Gated in the basement of the build
ng in Augusta street formerly occu-
lied by Mrs. Berry. The frenien
iucceeded in eXtinguishing the
lanes, combining them to the base
uent. The origin of the fire is not
nOwn.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
FAMOUS HARpIsT Hi.

Madame M~aretsek, the world ram
Gus harpist, is seriously i'll at tne
home of her daughter. Mrs. z; ~
Wilbur, in Amboy avenue, this place,
Madame Maretsek has played before
the crowned heads of Europe ana De-
fore many notables of this country.
She is the widow of the late Max
Maretsek, famous leader and music
ian. who was at one time director OF
the music at the Metropolitan Opera
House. in New York city.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
WHIST CLUR MEETING.

The Whist Club met Friday after
noon at the residence of Mrs. Harry
Demarest, in Sewaren. The prizes
were four handsome handkerchiefs
and were won by Mrs. c. A. Camp
bell, Mrs. w. A. Osborn, Mrs. M. lrv-
ing Demarest and Mrs. B. w. Hoag-
land. The guests were Mrs. w. Il.
Ames. Mrs. Wheeler and Miss Wheel
err. Mrs. s. B. Hinsdale will enter
tain the next meeting on January Is
at the residence OF Mrs. +. /. Perry,
In Railway avenue.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Decadenee Of Noses.

When l was a girl the a~ristocratic
rose was high, beautifully nodded,
rising in a delicatcly waving ridge and
at the tip standing well out from the
face and not turned up. But now the
fashion has completely changed, The
pretty ONE one sees portrayed in IL
Illustrated papers and magazines very
seldom have much to speak of in the
way of noses.-The Throne.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
PORT READING.
LOCAL lTENIs.

Thomas Gallagher has returned
after spending Christmas and New
Years up through the mining section
of Pennsylvania. While travelling
around he had the misfortune to lose
his dress suit case containing some OF
his best wearing apparel.
Miss Katherine Murphy and friend
Miss Kealey. were visiting Mr.. and
Mrs. John Barry Thursday. They
left Friday to visit Miss Kealey's sis
ter in Westfield.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

The petition that has Sheep circu-
lated here recently in regard to the
civ establishing a systSh4 of sewer-
age inlthis place will BE- presented to
the local borough board Tuesday
morning Several more names have
been added to the list during the past
week. William j. Penton, who is
the prime mover of the matter, will
appear before the board. The Board
of Health has already sanctioned this
and will do all in its pow
er to have a sewer built.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

, Women are more prone to decei
than men, says Good Words. FrGr
the time when Scheherazade told he
lord 1901 lies TO keep the peace i
has, been the accepted way. And tn
men, not the m are the most Z
blame. 1t is what they like and the
get 1t.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
HUGUEMOT.
LOCAL ITEMS.

Kenneth Spencer is still seriously
i'll at his home in this place.
The regular weekly practice of the
Rossville Band will be held in Eng
ert's hall next Tuesday night.
Mrs. Stephen LaForge, Of Green
ridge, has almost entirely recovered
from her recent illness, following an
operation for appendicitis several
weeks ago.
Mrs. Joseph Hastings entertained
the Huguenot Tennis Club at her
home Thursday night. The feature
of the evening was music, singing
and cards. Refreshments were
served,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
NEW YEAR,s nANCE

The annual New Years day dance
was held in the club house Tuesday
evening. Mrs. Alexander Litterst
was hostess, assisted by Mesdames
Letson and Ellis. The club house
very pretty in evergreen with
the red bells. Over one hundred
guests were present and the music
was furnished by Prof. Taylor, of
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
LODGE NEEDED MORE ROOM.

Star of Bethlehem Lodge NO. ~,
l account of cramped quarters, has
moved to X. of p. hall. The MEM
rship has increased so rapidly that
Is action was deemed necessary.
e next meeting night will be held
.urday, January 10, at 8 o'clock.
members are requested to be
sent.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Their orIv vslue.

I've got at least six complete
novels" said Woodby Ritter, which I
have written from tine to time, and
have never shown to a publisher. I've
had them several years, and | really
believe they're growing more valuable
each year" Il wouldn't be surprised
remarked Crittick. The price of pa
per is steadily adgancingH
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

The tendency to persevere, to per
sist in spite of hindrances, discour
agements and impossibilities, 1T ii
this that in all things distinguishes
the strong soul from the weak
thomas Carlyle.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
oEFICERs TO ENTERTAIN.

At the next regular meeting OF the
Amicitia Association, which takes
place Tuesday night, the newly-elect-
ed officers will give an entertainment
and smoker to the members OF the
association. President J. G. Ravens
is the chairman of the committee ID
charge of the arrangements.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
SOUTH AMBOY.
WOMAN WAS Mrs. WOLFE.,

The person referred to in yester-
days NEWS, living near Cheese
quake, who died from fright, was
Mrs. Eliza Wolfe, mother OF Mrs.
William Inman, who lives near the
cemetery in this borough. The fun
eral services will be held in the
C~heesequake M. e. church Sunday at
2 o'clock p. M, Rev. Mr.. Brown, of
Cliffwood, officiating. Stillwell &
Mason will direct the funeral.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
naRBER

The barber shop in The Jobes
building, formerly occupied by DAVID
Braun, has closed its doors again. 1t
has been run lately by q Mrs, :. Ep--
stein, of Newark. The mar VINO nao
been in charge lately, closed the
doors the first part of the week ana
left for parts unknown.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
MEMS BIBLE CLAss

The mems Bible class of the P. r.
n. Y. M. G. A., under the supervision
OF G. g. Spur, meets Monday evening
at 8 o'clock. The subject is from the
book of Exodus. Come one come al
and help make this part of the work
a success; at the same time all VII
be benefited by spending an hour To-
gether in the study of the Bible.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
T. r. r. sOCIAL.

The T. T. r. Social Club was en-
tertained at the home of Miss Hattie
Christopher, in William street,
Thursday night and a delightful time
was had by all. Music and singing
were the features. Refreshments
were served.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
In the WORKS. LABOR Unions.

In New York one out of every l
persons is a member of a labor or
ganization. In England the prope.
ton is one in every %, in German
one in 81, in France one in SO, in ltal
one in 1875, and in Spain 1 in ever,
1926.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Flnds No Balm in Solitude.

The heart which loved once and
which abandonment struck. does not
become easily accustomed to solitude.
AS if it were avid for new sufferings,
it repulses calmness and indifference.
Romieu.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
EIenhant car rraxeI EAST.

The ele phant. commonly supposed
to be slow and clumsy, a when ex'
cited or frightened, attain a speed OF
20 miles an hour, and, what is more.
it can keep this rate of progress UP
for half a lay.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
sCHOOL ,sITE COMMISSIONERS.

Justice Jaycox, Of the supreme
court, has named the following as
commissioners on school sites in the
borough of Richmond: A. e. Had
lock, Thomas A. Branif and Ex-
Sheriff Charles J.. Mccormick, school
No. IS; William A1laire Short, Rus
sell Blocker and j. J. Worrell, No.
IA; F. s. Mullen, Edward Ransom
and J. G.. Timolat for No. 20,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05


tate s,
Christian 1ss
will make his
the local associau
the address at the.
is Sunday afternoon
hope all the young
will avail them
7ortunity and be
:. Hawkins, as the
cen elected to fully
ability as a man OF
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

Pine Salve Carbolized, acts like a
poultice; highly antiseptic, extensive
ly used for Eczema, for chapped
hands and lips, cuts, burns. Sold by
Sexton, druggist.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Gave Her strength.

did the singing instructor do your
daughter goodg"
Eyes, but he swatted the neighbor-
hood a good one: she hollers louder
than ever now."-Houston Post.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

"Pineules' (no~n-alcoholicl made
from resin from our Pine Forests,
used for hundreds of years for Blad-
der and Kidney diseases. Medicine
for thirty days, $500. Guaranteed.
Sold by Sexton, druggist.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Her Gain.

Mrs. Henpeck-Why are you al
ways stumbling over everything?
Henpeck-Dunno. But you ought
not to object; | ran across you by
Northumberland free Press.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
%LoDGE INSTALLED.

Lady = ace Lodge No. ~. D. OF r.,
installed the. Following ofncers az
their regular meeting Friday night:
NJ. g., Mrs. Empa Lear; ". e., Mrs
George Greens recording secretary
Mrs. M. Thomas; financial secretary,
James Betchei. The remaining onlces
are filled by appointment by the ~
q. ~,
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Fine.

Say, old man, I've got on to a great
scheme for managing my Wife"
Put me next"
well, | give her my orders, then
let her do as she pleases.'-Milwau-
kee Sentinel.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
TO GLASS.

Bishop Greer, co-adjudor of the
diocese of New York, will administer
the rite of confirmation to a class of
about fifteen in the Church of st.
Stephen, in Amboy avenue, tomorrow
afternoon at $3.50 O'Clock.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
G. 4. r. TO

installation of officers of General
William Truax Post No. 11S, G.. A.
r., win take place on Monday night
january Z, at the post o in Pro-
lection hall. All members are re-
quested to be present on this occa-
sion.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
nRAMaTIC CLUTB MEETING.

A meeting of the Bentley Dramatic
Club was held in Knights of Pythias
hall last night. The club is consid-
ering the production of the play
parted by Intrigue which they
took up last year.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

Dade's Little Liver Pills thorough
ly clean the system, good for lazy liy-
ers, makes clear compilations, bright
eyes and happy thoughts. Sold by
Sexton, druggist.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
A Soulful Yearnine.

I'd like to he a chestnut burr.
Great comfort | would have. no doubt
For then I'D have a chance TO wear
My winter annels inside out.
Puck.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

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Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

ManZan Pile Remedy put up in
convenient, collapsible tubes, with
nozzle attachment SO that the remedy
may be applied at the very seat of the
trouble, thus relieving almost instant
~ bleeding, itching or Sprotruding
piles. Satisfaction guaranteed or
money refunded. Sold by Sexton,
druggist.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

Two or three simple statements OF
fact-in a want ad.-may change and
enlarge the whole outlook for you!
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

The Lounger--But, said. though all
the world should forsake me when I'm
in need, I've always got dear old
Brown. Drown couldn't resist that.
-Pick-Me-Up.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05
Nt,.s 8 II. Hipsdale has r

Mrs. $. II. Hinsdale has resumed her
classes in china decoration. Glass
meets Tuesday morning at Miss Susie
Freeman's, Railway avenue. Mrs.
Hinsdale will be glad to answer any
questions as regards prices, mater
ials, ETC., of any interested in this
subject. i0ee .aais 4, 6093-1-5-1t
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

.argest Oireulatlon--enough sald.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1907-01-05

"a good word always finds its
man." And a good want ad. will find
the way to market for youi
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1907-06-26

ba. Porto Rico and the Philippines
Yellow fever has been wholly stamped
out in Panama by the determination
Of the species OF mosquito that spreads
this disease, and malaria has been re-
duced TO minimum. II Is claimed
that sickness is no more frequent in
the canal zone than in the average
city Of the United States. Yellow fever
was banlshed from Cuba under Amer
lean control, but returned again when
the native government allowed super
vision to grow lax. 1t has been driven
out again since American control OF
the island was resumed.
IT is now recognized that the mosquito
Is largely responsible for the preva-
lence OF malaria I'm certain localities.
and the suffering and annoyance for
which this insect Is responsible have
hindered the development Of districts
In the neighborhood OF large cities and
kept down the values OF real estate
In recognition Of this the New Jersey
legislature recently appropriated $780,
600 for the prosecution of the war
against the mosquito. and corps OF
sanitary experts has gone TO work 10
spy out the breeding places and treat
them in such way as 10 exterminate
the pest so far as possible. Staten Is
land. now part OF New York city, has
achieved considerable success in this
direction by drainage OF salt marshes
and is rapidly losing It's unenvlable
fame as mosquito infected district
In New Jersey the drainage of one
mosquito infected district resulted this
year in the building OF 100 new houses.
and one real estate owner-not a large
holder elther-e estimated the increase
In the value OF his property at $4,000.
Capitalists are coming TO see the
value more and more OF sanitary sur
roundings for their employees and TO
realize that from the business point Of
view alone IL pays TO spend money TO
have such surroundings as they should
be one of the good results or ise in
vestigation into the meat packing In
dustry Of Chicago was the increased
attention the packers were forced by Il
TO pay 10 sanitation and the physical
welfare Of their employees generally.
When Colonel Gorgas first took M
his work at Panama a good deal Of fun
was made OF his bug brigade Then
when the homes OF residents were in.
vaded and tons Of sulphur. pyrethrum
and other things that did not smell
sweet were burned under their noses.
while hundreds Of barrels OF oil We're
poured on waters that had not been
troubled for years. jokes turned 10
anathcmas But even the Panamanz
have come TO see the value OF sanitary
science now.