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Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

Again and again tried to wrench
myself free, but all in vain. With
clenched fists beat the great body,
and endeavored to tear the creature
to pieces with my nails, but the thick
scales were as proof against my at
tack as armour-plate. Meanwhile we
rolled over and over in the river
bed, as with strength born of des-
peration | fought the loathsome mon
ster, which was slowly crushing the
life out of me. The thought of my
pistol flashed through my mind, and
felt for my holster, but 1t was emp
ty; / had placed the weapon in my
saddle-bags. Frantically endeav-
ored to tear from my body the ever
tightening folds, but, struggle as
would, 1t was of no avail. | was
fast becoming exhausted, a dizziness
seized ME, and the trees and shrubs
seemed to be tumbllng and whirling
about In wild conclusion. Suddenly
my strength seemed to desert me al
together, and ceased to struggle.
while just above my face, swaying
now to the right, now to the left, was
the snakes head, like a pendulum Of
death, whose every stroke was bring
Ing me nearer to destruction.
Strange thoughts fitted across my
mind; incidents of boyhood life long
since forgotten were brought wildly
to memory, and l seemed to stand
again In the old homestead with my
friends about me, though all were
strangely silent. AS ] watched, the
scene began to melt away like
mist
A binding flash, accompanied by
deafening report; the rush of a dark
body over me; then all was darkness.
When next opened my eyes my ma
tive guide was rapidly unwinding the
now lifeless sernant from my body.
while on the ground beside me lay
blood-stained dagger and a pistol,
still smoking. Having freed me from
the reptile, Juan brought water and
proceeded to remove the worst of
the filth from my person. The cold
water also served to revive me, but
lay helplessly upon the soft grass
while my guide recaptured my horse.
This done, Juan assisted me into the
saddle and supported me until
settlement was reached, where l re-
manned at the house of friendly ma
tive until l had recovered somewhat
from the effects of encounter. MY
nerves, however, remained in
wretched state for months; my
dreams were haunted by great dra-
CONS and hydraheaded monsters, who
chased me over river and jungle.
Just as they were on the point OF
crushing me to death would awake
with wild yell, bathed in cold per-
spiration and trembling In every
limb, but by degrees this wore off
until became my natural self.
Juan, good fellow that he was, Sc
cured and preserved for me the skin
Of the reptile which so nearly made
an end of me. 1t measured fourteen
and half feet in length and eleven
inches in circumference. In due sea-
son had it mounted as a little souve-
mir of my sojourn in the Philippine
Islands, and with the revolver and
dagger which put an end to its ca.
reer.-The Wide World Magazine
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
FEARFUL BURNING SORES.
Boy in Misery IL Years-Ezcema IN
Rough Scales, Itching and In
hampd-Cured bV CntiCura

"Culicura has put stop to twelve years
of misery 1 passed with my son. As an in
FAINT / noticed on his body red spot and
treated same with different remedies for
about five years, but when the spot began
to get larger | put him under the care of
doctors. Under their treatment the disease
spread to four different parts of his body.
During the day it would get rough and
form like scales. At night it would he
cracked, inhamed and badly swollen, with
terrible burning and itching. One doctor
told me that my sons eczema was incura-
BILE, and gave it up. decided to give Cuti-
cura a trial. When had used the first box
of Cuticura Ointment there was great inn
provement, and by the time had used the
second set of Cuticura Remedies my child
was cured. He is now twelve years old,
and his skin is as fine and smooth as silk.
Michael Stelnman, Sumner Avenue,
Brooklyn, N. Y, April l6, 1905"
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
Chile's Deposit of saltpetre.

Conflicting stories are told about
the nitrate beds of Chile. Rumors
have been current in this country
and Europe to the effect that the sup
ply was limited and likely to give out
in twenty-five years, il the present
rate of consumption is maintained.
This statement is now contradicted
ny the United States Consul at VAL
paraiso. He says that a Chilean Off
cial whose business it is to keep
track of the matter is quoted by the
Chilean Times as saying that the
Government still possesses 1000, 900
hectares of nitrate grounds. Even
II the deposits were limited to 1,0OO,-
900 hectares they ought to yield ten
thousand million quintals of nitrate.
A quintal is 101.41 pounds. The ex-
portation has never reached 10000
900 quintals year, but even If it
were 100000 the supply ought to
last 1875 years. IF to these 1,O0O,-
600 hectares belonging to the State"
says the official, there be added the
grounds belonging to private persons,
the number of years of duration
would be three orfour times greater"
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
His Toothpicks,

Mr.. Corson, owner of the sawmill,
had his eye on every stick of timber
in the county, and the owner of
every poor little clump and grove haG
his eye on Mr.. Corson and the rising
prices of lumber.
George Wales cut this thin squad OF
pines, trimmed the logs, and piled
them in his front lot by the road.
Then he waited for the time when
he should accidentally be visible on
the place and Mr.. Corson should
drive by.
The encounter took place IN due
time. Mr.. Corson ratified past in his
wagon, took a sidelong look at the
pile of logs, and called, Say, George,
don't you know 1t amt polite to throw
your toothpicks round the front
yard?"-Youth's Companion.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
A Good Onenlnn.

ian Maclaron was talking to a
group of literary beginners in New
York. Begin your stories WELL" he
said Rmnhatically. There's, nothing
like a good beginning. Indeed, It's
half the battle" Then with a smile
this excellent beginner of stories add
ed: Always bear in mind the case
of the young man, who, desiring to
marry, secured a favorable hearing
from his sweethearts irascible father
by opening the interview with the
words: I know a way, sir, whereby
you can save money kansas City
Tndenendent
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
MARKET.

went TO Market yesterday,
And IL Is like Fair
OF everything you like 10 see;
But nothing Live is there.
The Pigeons, hanging up 10 eat ~
And Rabbits, by their little feet
But no one seemed to care.
And there were FiBhes out in rows
. Bright ones, Of every kind;
And some were Pink, and Silver, too;
But all Of them were blind
Yes, everything you want to touch.
1t would not make you happy, much
But no one seemed to mind.
And loveliest of all Deer!
Only Its eyes were blurred.
And hanging by 1t, very near. -,
A beautiful great Bird;
So ! could smooth his feathers through,
And kiss them VERY softly, too
But oh, he never stirred
Josephine Preston Peabody, in Harper's.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
A. Lake of Quicksilver.

A lake of quicksilver more than
three acres in extent and from ten
10 fifty feet in depth has been d,s-
covered In Vera Cruz, Mexico. 1t is
said to be worth millions of dollars
and has been known to the indians
for some time. 1t is high up in the
Mountains and almost inaccessible.
A plan is on. foot to dig tunnel from
the base of the mountains to the:bot-
tom of the lake and let the, .quicks'l-
yer leak out. that way.-Kansas cry
Journal. I, - .@t.,s.:j
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

Gsing Doan's Kidney Pills l suf-
fered everything from kidney trou-
bles for year and half. had
pain in the back and head, and al
most continuous in the loins and felt
weary all the time. A few doses of
Doan's Kidney Pills brought great
relief, and I kept on taking them I'M
til in short time l was cured.
think Doan's Kidney Pills are won
derful."
Sold by all dealers. so cents box.
Foster Co., Buffalo, N. Y.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
Kisses Her Dog to Prove Ownership.


Like the judgment of Solomon was
the decision Of Police Captain O'Mal-
ley today in determining which Of
two women owned a dog.
THE lady that kisses the dog can
have it," he said.
Miss Lille Patterson shrank back
and said: 81 wouldn't kiss the hor.
rid thing" but Mrs. Daniel Raymour,
wrestling the shaggy terrier from
Miss Patterson's arms, kissed it half
a dozen times.
THAT settles it," said Capt. O'Mal-
ley, after he had been assured by
Billy Patterson that the dog belonged
to Mrs. Raymour.-St. Louis Dis
patch to the New York World.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
Plant Line Ocean Trim.

Nova Scotia, Cape Breton, Prince Ed
ward Island or newfoundland. Zone
Night at kea," or Six Days Cruise of 1900
miles Tor $500. Commencing June Is
steamers leave Commercial Wharf, Boston,
at noon Tuesdays and Saturdays for Hall
fax, Hawkesbury, CharlOttetown. Send
stamp for illustrated booklet canadian
&c ms, maps, etc., to A. W. PERRY, zen.
Mgr, Commercial " harf, Boston.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
A Last Resort.

First Farm Servant-Why did the
farmers wife give you notice?
Second Farm Servant-She said !
was no good for anything, couldn't
even mind the sheep, so l am going
into the town to be a nursemaid.-
Meggendorfer Batter.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

they get out Of order
1t causes backacheI
headaches, dizziness
languor and distress
ing urinary troubles
Keep the kidneys vel
and all these suffer
ings will be saved you
Mrs. S. A. Moore, pro
prietor of a restau.
rant at WaterVille.
Me-, says: Before
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

The Mckinley monument was
planned and executed under the d.
rection of commission Of prominent
men at a cost of over $4,000.
Buffalo's OldHome Week Will be
a succession of civic and military pa
geantry, carnival, sports and games,
and the electric city will be ablaze
with twinkling lights and patriotic
decorations. Former residents OF
Buffalo are asked to send their
names and addresses to James w.
Greene, chairman Old-Home Week
Committee, Buffalo, N. Y. A beauti-
full souvenir invitation will be mailed
to each. The railroads will offer ex-
cursion rates to and returning from
Buffalo,
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
sanford,s Stomach Comfort

Is the comfort derived from the use of
Sanford's Ginger, purest and best of warm
ing stomachics. 1t is delicious, refreshing,
strengthening. Besides it's always health
full Avoid cheap, worthless substitutes.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

Gulls are being trained for postal
service in place of carrier pigeons by
he maritime station of biological de
partment Of the University Of Lyons,
at Toulon, on the Mediterranean.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
Hundred EVERYDAY Ills

Prevented by timely doses of Sauford's
Ginger, most grateful and comforting of
warming stomachics. Besides it's always
healthfu. For forty years the standard
of purity, favor, and strength.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
Old Whaler'S Hoodoo VoyaSe

How Skipper Paid $50 to Lose His Schooner
Greyhounds Long Cruse-New Bedford Shippers
Taking Great Interest in the Issue Of an Old Whalers
Latest Happening Tnp-Greyhound OFF on a Five
Years Cruise in Search OF Spouters-Shpper Edwards
Captain Was Held Up in Spanish Waters and Made
to Pay 500 for License, Then Got Shipwrccked in
Colo Curiaco. :: =: :: =:
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

The next national Republican con.
Vention will be composed of 992 dele
gates, of which 1872 will come from the
South. The number required to nom:
mate Is 497
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
How Absurd.

He started out with an entirely
false idea Of married life"
"How was that?"
why, he actually expected to have
his own way about t."-Philadelphia
Press.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

A New Yorker has invented a bar
rel which, when empty, may be taken
apart. NE32
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

FITS, st. Vitus' Dance: N ervous Diseases per.
manently cured by Dr. Kline's Great Nerve
Restorer. 50 trial bottle and treatise free.
DR.. H. r. Kline. Id. .93l Arch St, Phila., Pa.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
In the Flat.

Knicker-Got any mosquitoes In
your house?
Subbubs-No; the windows are too
small for them to get in.-New York
Sun
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
Stunq.

Daughter-She seems to have gotten
over the death of her first husband.
Father-Yes; but her second hus-
hand hasn't.-Pick.Me.U
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

From Puy de Dome, an extinct vol
cano In France carhnuic aoid &c nro-
cured for commercial purposes.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
TIRED BACKS.

The kidneys have great work to
do in keeping the blood pure. When
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

The Abyssinian army has 100000
men and its equipment includes so
modern guns.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
Eor An Neors Snnfor,l,s

Ginger mas been the 9aS6ries TtIs...p..v..
for Il hundred everyday ills, as we'll az tho
standard of purity flavor, and strength,
Look for the Owl Trade Mark on the
wrapper when you buy.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Children
teething, softens thegums, reducesinflamma
ton, allays pain, cures wind collie, 25c bottle
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

The huge serpent, the boa constrIc-
tor, has $40 pairs Of ribs.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

The cost of living Is still increas-
ing in German cities at IAN alarming
rate. =, H.. ;:.5J...
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10

Samoa, exported, in 1905, twenty
seven and one-half tons of cocoa
beans.
Spirit of the age. [volume] (Woodstock, Vt.) 1845-1913, 1907-08-10
BUFFALO MCKINLEY MONUMENT
To Be Dedicated During "old-HOme
Week." September 8,

WVUkI UVUNVIIUVI U'
The beautiful white marble shaft
erected by the State OF New York in
Niagara Square, Buffalo, N. Y, to
the memory o. President Mckinley,
is to be formally dedicated Thurs
day, September s, and the event will
be the central feature of Bufalo's
Old-Home Week, September to 7.
Former residents OF Buffalo and the
public at large are cordially invited
to attend the dedication and the gay
carnival that will run all the week.
The log cabin Democrat., 1907-02-14
CLINTON.
From the Journal, February '.

R. w. Eubanks of near Choc- Jaw came near losing his house by fire last Sunday night A hole five feet square was burned in the roof when 1t was discovered and put out.
 Twins, boy and a girl came to bless the home of Polk Williams last Monday. All doing well and Polk hustling harder than ever.
 I. w. Duncan came home from Leslie last Sunday and returned to that place again Tuesday. He re- ports work rushing on the railroad and says some track laying will be done soon.
 Judge w. T. Davis house caught fire last Sunday but it was discovered and put out before much damage was done.
 Oscar West and w. B. Coleman traded residence property the first of the week. We don't suppose either got cheated much.
 Mrs. Hamp Bradley got burned very badly this morning, her cloth ing caught fire and she was burn ed very badly before they extin- guished the flames.
 Kirt Caldwell and Miss Vera Finton were married last Saturday night at the home of the brides parents. Both the contracting par ties were quite young aud the we'd ding was a complete surprise to nearly everyone. We wish them joy.
 We are a day late, but this ena- bles us to report the marriage of
The log cabin Democrat., 1907-02-14
PERRYVILLE.
From the News, February 9.

Senator J. H. Hamiter came up Thursday evening to try a case Friday in our circuit court.
 The bridge commissioners have located a bridge at Council Bluffs, south of Houston over Fourche river.
 The residents of incorporated town who fail to keep up the streets should be made to work on the public roads.
 I. 0. Allen of Casa was in at tendance at court this week. He has recently acquired an interest in the mercantile business at Morrill, ton, to which place he will move in the near future so we are in formed.
 Dr. H. J. Ault, formerly an old citizen of this place, but who has been away several years, has moved back to this place and is domiciled at the Mondahine residence. We gladly welcome him back to our town.
 Among the visiting attorneys at the court were: J. F. Sellers, w. P. Strait, Morrilton; Sam Frauen- thai, P. H. Prince, Conway; Ex- Gov. D. w. Joues, Hon. J. Hami- ter, H. M. Armistead, J. H. Car michael, H, B. Pugh, s. P. Poe, Lewis Rhoton, prosecuting attor- ney, Little Rock; J. M. Shackel-
The log cabin Democrat., 1907-02-14

Robert ]. Pate and Miss Nora Car michael, two of Clinton's most prominent young people. May joy and happiness be theirs.
 Sam Atkinson, a young man about 30, killed himself at Center ridge yesterday. He was quiet, melancholy fellow, went but very little in society, but no one sus- pected him of committing such a rash act. He sat writing at table between 10 and IT a. m. All at once he got up, got his gun and went into the yard and shot the whole top of his head off. His sister Mrs. Cullum got to the door just as he fell. The coroner's jury found note in his pocket that read like this: "I am going to blow my brains out and get out of the way of the world. Goodby every body."
The log cabin Democrat., 1907-02-14
HOUSTON.
From the Banner, February :.

From the Banner, February :.
 New corners are still arriving in Houston anxious to locate. We are sure they will not be disap- pointment in their choice of loca- ton.
 The Farmers Union is going to build a warehouse somewhere in Perry county, and are thinking of locating it at Houston. The Ban ner asks every citizen of Houston who is interested in the town being built up to encourage the move.
 Houston contemplates bringing an expert here to investigate our prospects for oil and coal. Now is the time to invest in land if you want to get it cheap and soon be able to double your money on it. w. H. Davis sold 40 acres this week. You who did not buy will feel bad after a while when the owners begin to get rich off their oil wells and coal mines. Better buy now while it is cheap.
 The stockholders of the First Bank of Houston held their annu- al meeting February 5, 1907, and declared 623 per cent dividend and placed I23 per cent of same to a.reserve fund. Also changed the name from the First Bank of Hous- ton to Bank of Houston and elect ed the board of directors to serve for ensuing year.
 A religious debate is going on at Fourch between Elder Bogard, a Missionary Baptist, and Camp bellite or Christian preacher.
The log cabin Democrat., 1907-02-14
CASA.
From the Democrat, February 8.


 The Perry county circuit court convened at Perryville Monday morning, Judge Robt. J. Lea, pre- siding. The following grand jury was empanelled: c. w. Hawk, James Reavis, Jack McNeal, E. A. Adney, w. A. McGhee, G. B. Colvin, Peter Hample, J. G. Smith erman, Sam Weaver, Jeff Smith, R. H. Reynolds, A. J. Little, w. w. Anderson, C. C. Rankin, J. D. McGhee and J. l.. Herndon. Af- ter being ably instructed by Judge Lea, organized by electing J. T. McNeal foreman and C.. B. Col win clerk. The following petit jurors were empanelled: C. P. Martin, T. H. Higgins, J. H. Fowler, w. L. Gadd, R. B. Law son, ]. w. Person, D. R. Moore, M. F. Rhodes, w. l.. McGhee, J. A. McGrew, l.. T. McGhee, w. A. Edwards, J. T. Hamilton, J. A. McGhee, G. w. Black, w. c. Edmonson, E. H. Huffstuffler, J.. w. Thedtord, James McDaniels, R. E. Rison, G. H. Hoyett, J. B.. House and P. N. Raiford.
 The people of this and Rose Creek townships want a bridge across Big Creek. The postofice Inspector gave every assurance that a free rural delivery route would be established from this place north, whenever good and substantial bridge is constructed across Big Creek. Now the cost of a bridge across this stream will be small, and MT. County Judge, we want this bridge. There ism t a bridge of any consequence in this township, and we urge that this one be built at once.
 Dr. H. J. Pearce fell on the ice on the 4th and hurt his hip so he will have to stay in doors for a few days.
 Dr. J. N. George of Birta is put ting in a saw mill on H. C. McGhee's place southeast of town.
 w. B. Bailey of Nimrod returned last week from Yell county, where he went to visit his mother, who is o7 years old.
 House Bill 11S, by Wilson, to compel the Rock Island railroad to stop two passenger trains daily each way at this place has passed the Senate, and only lacks the gov ernor's signature to become law. Hurrah for Wilson and Hamiter.
The log cabin Democrat., 1907-02-14
BORDER COUNTY NOTES
 NEWS OF OUR NEIGHBORS, COLLECTED FROM
 THE COLUMNS OF OUR EXCHANGES.

lived until he was nineteen years old when he went with his parents to Texas, returning to Arkansas few years ago. His father, George White was in the mercantile busi- ness at Austin for long time, and went from there to Texas where he died. He was a good man and we are glad to have his son with us.
 Hon. J. B. Reed, one of Lonoke county's representatives, was at home Sunday and on account of sickness remained until Tuesday,. Lonoke county has two good rep resentatives who will attend strict ly to business, and of whom our people have right to be prond.
The log cabin Democrat., 1907-02-14
LONOKE.
From the Democrat, February :.

Quite a number of relatives and friends assembled at the residence of MT. and Mrs. Geo. Bradford, Sunday, February 3, 1907 in at tendance of the marriage of their daughter, Miss Selma Kadel to MT. Chas. Hicks. Promptly at 7 o'clock the bride and groom and their attendants, Miss lone Kadel, MT. Edgar Chambers, Miss Mar gaurite Hicks and MT. Lafayette Wilson, entere the parlor and Esq. F. M. Ralston in an efficient manner pronounced the ceremony which made them man and wife.
 The Lonoke circuit court met Monday morning at 10 o'clock. Judge Eugene Landlord, Sheriff M. c. House and Clerk w. J. Beard being present. Judge I,ank- ford's charge to the jury was a plain practical common sense ex- planation of the criminal laws. Reading from the statues and lay ing stress upon those things with which they are likely to have to deal with most.
 The petit jury was then empan- neled and instructed as to their duties, and the court proceeded with the business.
 Dr. B. w. Corn, of Lonoke, died Wednesday morning, Feb. 6, at two o'clock. He was the oldest man in the town if not in the coun- ty, being eighty years old the day of his death. He came to Arkan. sas in the days of his young man hood and settled at Old Austin which was then in Prairie county. He was an active practicing phy- sician until few years ago. He was a faithful physician, good citizen and christian gentleman. We have known him from our boyhood and know how highly he has been esteemed and respected by the people with whom he lived and labored through so many years. Three sons survive him, Dr. w. s. Corn, of Nashville, and Dr. F. A. Corn and w. L. Corn of Lonoke. They have the sympa- the of our people.
 H. R. White, the stenographer for the circuit court and who now resides at Des Arc, is nice clever young gentleman. He was born at Austin in this county, where he