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The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08
FIRE IN RICHMOND
Large Store Totally Destroyed. =
Caleb Powers Trial Postponed
Hargis May be Trie

On the morning Of Saturday, Aug
End. terrific explosion in the base
ment Of Colyer Bros. building at Rich
mond, wrecked the building and set
fire to several other structures near.
The stores Of Lyman g. Higgins, fur
niture; Hamilton, Douglas &Simmons,
hardware; and Covington & Banks
clothing, were more or less seriously
injured. Mayor Woods was run over
by hose reel going to the fire. The
total losses are estimated at about
$4,000. most of which is covered by
the insurance.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08
THINGS TO THINK OF
Wise and Striking Words of the
Worlds Greatest Thinkers, Speak
ers and Writer'S.

He that can work is a born King of
something.-Thomas Carlyle.
Every duty we omit obscures some
truth we should have known.-John
Ruskin.
The only happiness a brave man
ever troubled himself much about was
happiness enough to get his work
done.-Thomas Carlyle.
An Irishman who had started pho
Biography went into a shop to purchase
small bottle in which to mix some
of his solutions Seeing one he want
ed, he asked how much it would be.
We'll" said the chemist. 1T will
be two pence as it is, but if you want
anything in it, won't charge you for
the bottle"
Faith, sor." said Pat, then put a
cork in it'd Bits.
Let us see that whenever we have
failed to be loving, we have also
failed to be wise; that whenever we
have been blind to our neighbors' in
terests, we have also been blind to our
own; whenever we have hurt others,
we have hurt ourselves much more
Charles Kingsley.
A minister, having given out his
notices, was about to read his hymn,
when he was reminded of a notice
that he had forgotten. Stopping, he
made the announcement, apologizing
for his forgetfulness. Then, much to
the amusement of his audience, he be-
gan to line out the hymn as follows:
Lord, what a thoughtless wretch am
~"
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

The japanese continue In their
benevolent assimilation" OF Korea
Lately. the Korean army was dis
armed after a fierce fight in which
many Koreans and some Japanese
we're killed. The little kingdom Is
now practically at the mercy Of the
laps Korea has sent two special am
bassadors TO the United States with
the hope that our government may
be persuaded to interfere in Korea
behalf
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08
Society. Latss, Pet DOC.

The japanese spaniel. or sleeve-dog
Of Japan. is one of the long-coated va
rieties which is much admired. The,
have beer hard to acclimatize. and
many Heterogeneous have been met
with in their introduction. They have
Ian ge heads. with big. dark eyes SET
wide apart and very full. Their little
tails curl up over their backs like
feather busters. One pound is the
true sleeve-dog weight. - Suburban
Life.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

The lawyers for the defense in the
case OF Caleb Powers moved that spe-
cial Judge Robbins vacate the bench
on the charge of prejudice against
the defendant. The judge maintained
his innocence Of the charges, but left
the bench. No other judge has been
secured; the. case is again Indefinitely
postponed, and the witnesses have
gone home. 'Tallow Dick" Combs
a negro, one of the most important
witnesses for Powers, was killed by q
train while on his way 10 the trial.
lie was walking across a railroad
bridge when struck by the engine.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

The amount of the fines assessed
upon the Standard OIL Company OF In
diana for violation OF the railroad re-
bate law was announced last Saturday
as S2s. 2l0. 600 The Standards attor-
news expressed surprise. and say they
will appeal the case. The greatest
fine permitted by the Law was assessed
IN each case. Judge lands Of the
Chicago Federal Court fixed the pen
atty.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

In one OF the most exciting political
contests IN the history OF Mississippi.
John sharp Williams was nominated
by the Democrats for United States
senator over Gov, Vardaman. William
was the minority leader in the House
OF Representatives the last Congress,
and IS one OF the strongest and most
respected men In the House.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

The southern Railroad IS having a
fight for lts life In Alabama The
comnanvs license to DO business in IN
state has been revoked by Secretary
OF state Frank \. Julian because
OF alleged violations Of state laws Tor
the regulation OF foreign corporations
doing business in the state The
southern being a Virginia corporation
The statutes apply TO g. The case Is
very complicated one. and u IS
probable that much litigation VIII De
necessary 20 settle H.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

II is estimated by the head of one
OF the large tobacco establishments Of
New York that at least $1,000 worth
Of tobacco is daily thrown away in the
city in unconsumed cigars and cigar
cites
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

The case of Judge Jim Hargis of
Breathitt county is probably not set
tied after all the trouble at Sandy
Hook, where a farce trial was lately
held. Lawyers are finding numerous
instances on record in which appeals
were made after the cases had been
dismissed because the prosecution
failed to take part. as in the case of
Hargis.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

OF both the great political parties be-
coming more and more favorable 20
the cause of temperance. The Prohi-
billion party may never be able 20
elect a national ticket OF It's own nom
nation; but its principles are gaining
ground every year.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08
NOTE THE DAY!
The Fall Term of Berea
College Begins Sept. II.
10 The time to start
is in the Fall -
Apulled Truth.

81 never complained of my lot" said
the Persian poet, Sadi. bat once
when my feet We're sore and I had no
money to buy shoes; but I met man
without a foot and became content
with my lot when l saw him."
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

"That theatrical doctor Is some.
thing like an epicuse" IN what
way?" "He knows how to cure
hams"
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

Gov John A. Johnson OF Minnesota
and Hon. Henry Watterson, editor Of
the Louisville Courler-Journal, are 70
speak at the opening Of the Bluegrass
Fair at Lexington. Monday. August r..
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

The Western Federation OF Miners
IS again coming into prominence thfu
It's operations in Minnesota Lately
n strike was ordered In the iron mining
diatrict not more than ten percent
OF the miners are members Of the Fed
Grafton. but that ten percent has by
threats and abuse succeeded In fore
ing a large number OF the non-union
miners to atop work. The strike lead
er urges the strikers TO be ready to
fight for their rights The Federation
miners demand higher wages and that
the payment OF bonuses for excellent
work shall be stopped.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

The whisky men OF Georgia are
worrying these days. Gov. Hoke
Smith viii sign bill now being per
fected In the legislature. providing for
complete prohibition Of the liquor
trade In the state. Hoke Smith is a
Democrat, but he stands for prohibit
ton. II is encouraging to see men
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08
NEWS OF THE WEEK

Heavy Fines for Standard OIL Co.
Southern Y. r. in Trouble.-Iabor
Troubles in Observation-Disclosures
in Georgia.
The citizen. [volume] (Berea, Ky.) 1899-1958, 1907-08-08

Bluegrass papers say that Lexington
is to be connected by trolley with
nearly every other town in central
Kentucky. A new company has lately
been organized with capital stock of
$3.50, geo.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
a FITTING PUNISHMENT.

Served Him Right for Coming Homo
rs Late.
Although she didn't look It, the lady
on the platform possessed the secret
of everlasting happiness least, a.
regarded married life.
The bills which advertised his lee.
ture said 80, and everyone knows i'd
vertisements never lie. @
Follow her. advice. and happiness
was yours for the asking: ignore 1t,
and misery had you in its grasp for
ever. 49,
II try to enter into my husbands
alnusements and pastimes," she cried.
eff he comes home at 8 in the morn
ing, do scowl and nag at him? No. I
throw my arms about his neck and
kiss him" *p
"And serve him jolly well right.
tool" said a cynical villain at the
back of the room.
Whereupon S"uproar'' ;ensued.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

tho physictan prom unced hsf s6ut NO
immsdiat dahgesr. hsn No knsw1
sher NE 80 70 ~ IN ION "a ihss
fused 70 make tho conf ssion shs had
summoned me To-; hear. 50 long q
there was any prospect Of her recovery,
she said, she must keep the matter 8
secret. But she could not die and leave
It untold. Therefore, she promised
that whenever she should feel death
approaching she should send again for
me, and relieve her soul by the con-
fession Of her sim, A few days ago
came her second summons.
Previous to this, only little while,
had been inadvertently a listener to
an alteration between Archer Trevlyn
and his wife. during which Mrs. Trev-
Ign. in q At Of rage, denounced her lus-
band 40 the murderer Of Paul Linmere.
She produced proofs. which confess
struck me as strangely satisfactory,
and aMrmed her belief in his guilt.
She also told him that because the
knowledge Of his crime had come to
you. you had discarded him. and left
New York to be rid Of him forever!
$50 knowing this, when listened to
the dying confession Of Arabel We're,
I knew that this confession would
clear Archer Trevlyh from all shadow
Of suspicion. Arsbel died. buried
her. Previous to her death perhaps
to guard against accident, perhaps
guided by the hand Of a mysterious
providence to clear the fair fame Of an
injured man-she wrote at length the
history of her life. She gave it to me.
have 1t here. It will explain to you
all that you desire to know"
He gave her the manuscript, wrung
her hand and left her.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
CHANGE IN FOOD
Works Wonders in Health.

It is worth knowing that change
In food can cure dyspepsia. II deem
1t my duty to let you know how Grape.
Nuts food has cured me Of indigestion.
Il had been troubled with it for
years. until last year my doctor rec.
commended Grape-Nuts food to be used
every morning. I followed instruc.
tons and now am entirely well.
"The whole family like Grape Nuts,
We use four packages a week. You
are welcome to use this testimonial as
You see IT."
The reason this lady was helped by
the use Of Grape-Nuts food, is that it
IL predigested by natural processes
and therefore does not tax the stomach
g the food she had been using; It also
contains the elements required for
building up the nervous system. II
that part Of the human body Is in per.
feet working order. there can be no
lyspspsia, for nervous energy repre-.
ssats tn stean1 that drives tho en-
gine. 5S5 ,s5 e51 .$..s.
Whsn the nervous system is run
1owr, No machinery Of the body
works hAdly. 0rapelNuts food can bs
5ussd ~ small children % well q
:adults. Il q pssfsctIy cooked and
Seady for Instant ne.
Rsad .Ihs Road % Wsllyille,'' N
s,gs Thsss's q Rsasoa."
y =
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
Trivial Things.

1T may seem a trivial thing to you,"
said q well-known druggist, "but one
of our greatest annoyances is about
corks. I have been in the drug busi-
ness for nearly fifteen years. and 1 feel
sure that my experience is no different
from that Of every other druggist. The
trouble I complain Of is that almost
ninety-nine out of every 100 persons
when presenting bottle for medicine
will invariably retain the cork until
you have filled the bottle, put new
cork in it and tied it up, when they
will say: I have the cork This may
seem a tribe to kick about, but corks
cost money, and then there is trouble
occasionally to find one to fit bottle
properly. The amount Of money we
lay out annually for corks might be
cut down fully 50 per cent If our Gus.
toners would only think
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
he TOOK HIS At THE BAR.

Escort Of Fashionable Woman at the
Opera Gave Her Surprise.
A student of human nature who is
also lover of music and has been at
tending the performance of the grand
opera now being given here has been
getting considerable entertainment out
Of the audiences. The other evening
hs says he observed a fashionable
hooking woman accompanied by a man
who might have been her country
cousin. and as he sat close to them
he heard some of their conversation,
which tended to confirm that impress
sion. When the curtain fell at the end
Of the first act the woman turned to
her companion and said:
Wouldn't you have time to go out
and get libretto?"
The man looked puzzled for a mo
ment, but finally the light seemed to
break and smiling in a gratifed way
he said:
"Oh, yes"
Then he went out.
Where is the libretto?" asked the
woman when he returned.
,,- "Oh, did you want one, too?" he
said, looking puzzled once more.
mo. of course not" was the reply;
yours will do for both of us. Where
70 it,"
why" stammered the man, Il
drank mine at the bar."-Philadelphia
Record.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
,TALlANs THRIVE IN TEXAS.

Flourishins Colony Planted Where Al
q Are Happy and Growing Rich.
Bryan, Tex, Is an example Of what
IL being done In the South by colonies
Of Italian immigrants. There are In
that township $500 contadini under
the spirited guidance of young sicil-
ian priest, Father Giovanni Milttello.
They raise mostly grain and cotton
either on their own lands or on rent
ed farms, which they get at IS an
acre a year. They save from 500 to
$1,000 a year and live comfortably on
the rest.
Father Militello was able to collect
In few days $1,100 to cancel the debt
on the local church. His Practitioners
embellfshed the church with num-
Der Of statues and presented their pas
tor with q safe and buggy and team.
Once q month he drives to the far.
thest point in the township and cele-
brates mass In q tent.
Living Is cheap: -four, meat, 90,
gar. coffee and oil are at low price.
Meat sells at cents q pound. State
and county taxes are very light, and
the climate is like that Of Sicily.
Land, is 90 abundant that its use 10
given free for two years to those who
will clear 1t Of timber. The Italians
cut the timber and sell it at s. for
eight cubic feet, raise grain the first
year and get crop of cotton the SEQ
ond.
st was encouraging to see along
the road the vast cotton and grain
plantations" says a visitor. "Thoss
kept by italians could be distinr
guished because Of their freedom
from weeds. AS we drove past the
priest would call out to some of the
farmers by name. and they would
leave their spade or pillow and come
running to us, hat in hand. Behind
The farmers came the farmers wives
and the children: and how many
children! I found one mother with
eleven of them!"
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

~ W00 0uA6SS
when he reached the dwelling of Nurse
Day. Margaret was sitting on the YER
anda, with Leo by her side. The hound
ran down to the gate to give the visitor
a joyful greeting, and Margaret de-
scended the steps and held out her hand.
She was very kind, and almost cordial,
for she respected Castrani with her
whole heart. and she was pleased to see
him.
II am very glad to see you, Mr.. Cas-
trani," she remarked, leading him into
the sitting room, "and so also will be
Nurse Day when she returns. She has
gone to prayer meeting now. And !
am especially pleased to see you just at
this time because am thinking Of re-
turning to New York, and I hope to
persuade you to give me your escort.
If it will not be asking too much
ITO New York? Indeed that is. de-
lightful intelligence for the i've hum
dred dear friends who have deplored
your absence 90 long! I had feared
sometimes that you intended to remain
here always"
II almost wish I could life HIS been
% peaceful here. But ! must 90 back
sooner or later, O. we'll now 40 ct any
time. ] think I am strong enough IL
bear It," she addeA, sadly. " 4
Miss Harrison, / want 70 tell you &
story 5sl .E.sg
She drsw basl from the had y laid
on hers, ma hsr air bssans cold md
repellins. h divinsA Asr fs11D. ~
smiled ~ nslaacAsly ~ II H5
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
Sandy. Kicks,

Sandy's Kicks.
Sandy Pikes-Yes, I'm friend Of dc
horse. I wish desc automobiles had
never been invented.
Gritty George not, pard?
Sandy Pikes-Because when used
to steal nights sleep in stable all
I had to do was to brush de straw out
of my ears next morning and would
be all right. Now when sleep in a
garage it takes two or three days to
get the gasoline out Of my clothes.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

Cuban Patriotism Prevented Him from
Speaking, but Not Walking. Spanish.
Madam" said the tattered wretch.
as the woman of the house came to the
door, you see before you victim of
the worst governmental tyranny on tho
face of the globe"
you look it," answered the woman,
according to the Buffalo Express.
'My looks do not deceive you. Yet,
madam, can assure you it humbles
me greatly to be compelled to ask aims
of you. Two short months ago, madam,
l was rich enough to have bought all
the houses on this street."
Indeed" said the woman, growing
interested.
eyes," pursued the wanderer. II
had a great plantation, acres of sugar
cane and tobacco, hundreds Of negroes
to do my bidding. spent my time in
idleness. and luxury. l never had a
want that could not crafty by wave
of my hand"
where was all this?"
I'm Cuba. madam. am Cuban re-
fugee. My plantation was burned by
the cruel Spaniards because I had
given aid to the patriots. My wife and
children were murdered, my dependents
all scattered, and r."
IF you're Cuban" interrupted the
woman, prove it by talking Spanish"
Madam" said the tramp, with a
panied expression, in the part of Cuba
where I lived the people were such
patriots that they never used the Span
ish language. They talked only Eng
lish."
"oh," said the woman, "then there's
one other way in which you can prove
what you say"
1T is humiliating to me to have my
word doubted. My Cuban pride revolts
against 1t, but my hunger for the mince
pie which can smell from your kitchen
forces me to pocket my pride. Name
your other test and it shall be full
filed
s'You might walk Spanish" said the
woman, with smile, as she shut the
door.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

Spring always brings into special favor
Natures blood purifier, Garfield Tea. L
is made wholly Of clean, sweet Herbs. It
puri6es the blood, cleanses the system,
and promotes Good Health. For young
and old.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
Hawaiian Idols.

I'll The collection Of. Hawaiian idols be-
longing to the American board, and
which were sent to this country as GU
riosities by the early missionaries to the
Sandwich islands. has been sent back
to Hawaii to be deposited In the Ma
tional museum. They are said to- IS
the only specimens Of the original DEL
ties ct the islands now In existence. II
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
She Had Him.

"Have you seen the new comet
Alf?"
"Oh. yes, dar-"
Then 60. sir, our engagement Is ae
IN end"
"But-er-why?"
Because that comet is only visible
during the hours that Immediately
precede daylight"
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

many Of my friends have used Deans
Kidney Pills with good results and ]
can earnestly recommend them
Sold by all dealers. 50 cents . boz.
Foster Milburn Co., Bufalo, N. =.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

Ladies' Can Wear Shoes
One size smaller after using Aliens Foot
Ease. A certain cure for swollen, sweatinR.
hot, aching feet. At all Druggists. &c. Ac-
cept no substitute. Trial package FREE.
Address A. s. Olmsted, L. Roy. N. 7.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

U. 8. DIP, WASH AND DIsINFEcrANT
The Best and Cheapest,
1 GALLON MAKES 100 GALLONS.
Dip. wash or spray. ! gal: 75c:s gal s2.26:
S.g gals -. Write for 50 page booklet.
N. w. Hide & Fur Co. Minneapolis MINI.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
Had an Idea.

Had an Idea.
Physician-You are a sick man, all
right, but it is difficult to diagnose
your case exactly.
Patient-Perhaps it would help
little II you should smoke one Of the
cigars my wife gave me for Christmas.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
Or. J. II. RiNpLAus, (speeIailst),
Eye. Ear, Nose and Throat.
Fargo. N. o.

Nothing short Of a full-grown earth
quake could jolt political CRATER
loose from his Job.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

The only time a man wishes he were
o girl is when he sees one met by her
girl friends at train.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

Almost. any man thinks that it's up
TO him to get his hands on all the
tainted money he can for the purpose
Of removing the faint.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

You may climb FOOLS hill in an
auto. but you will not reach the top
any easier.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

TEXAS GULF COAST LANDS
No blizzards. no heat prostrations, grow
ing crops all year. Live agents wanted.
THEODORE +. KOCH, ST. PAUL, MIMI
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
Lacked ExnerIanea.

Lacked Experience.
His Wife-And do you mean to in
sinuate that can't keep a secret?
Her Husband-Certainly not, my
dear. You probably can, but never
knew you to try.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

SHIP YOUR CREAM
10 Crescent Creamery Co.. St. Paul. MINI.
Write to-day for tags and prices.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

HIDES, FURs, WOOL, PELTs, ETC.
. To get full value. ship to the old reliable
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

The people got tired Of nothing else
in the world as quick as they get tired
of the schemes Of falling man.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

Made Good Time.
"He's engaged to a widow"
"How did he meet herr"
'He didn't meet her. She overlook
him."
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

SHIP YOUR CREAM TO Us.
The Largest Creamery inathe Northwest.
MILTON DAIRY CO.. ST. PAUL.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

James r. Keller. retired farmer. q
Fenner 81, Caxenovia, N. !. !. says::..
sAbout fifteen years ago u suffered
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

There are numerous toll Ratas ON
the road to success.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
CHAPTER XXI.

A S T r A nj re-
NAMED in Boston,
and saw the re-
mains of the unfor-
tunate Arabel We're
consigned to de-
cent burial, and
that duty accom-
plished he took the
first train for
Lighted.
It waa arm aef
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17

krause's Cold Cure.
Best remedy s1s Y for eef d1pps Srsss IL Ss
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1907-05-17
PockErEo HIS PRIDE.

ITO 81 coxr1xusp.,