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Bible Terms Defined.
From the Rams Horn

From the Rams Horn.
days journey was about q 1-5 miles
A Sabbath days journey was about an
English mile.
A cubit was nearly % inches
A hands breadth is equal to 3M inches.
fingers breadth is equal to / inch
A shekel of silver was about 90 cents
A shekel of gold was IS.
talent Of silver was $53S30.
A piece of silver, or a penny, was IL
cents.
farthing was cents
mite was less than a quarter of a cent
A gerah was a cent.
An epah, or bath, contains seven gallons
and five pints.
bin was one gallon and two pints.
A frkin was seven pints.
An omer was six pints.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-05
CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR NOTES

Hermon C. Metcalf OF the extension de-
partment of the District union spoke at the
Western Presbyterian Christian Endeavor
meeting last Sunday evening.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-05

Western Presbyterian Christian Endeavor
meeting last Sunday evening.
The board of officers Of the union met last
evening. The principal topic discussed was
the work OF the citizenship department of
the union in connection with the work OF
of the Anti-Saloon League.
w. H. H. Smith of the missionary de-
partment OF the union spoke at mis-
sionary meeting OF the Christian Endeavor
Society OF Metropolitan Presbyterian
Church last Sunday evening.
Edward Tarring, president of the union,
Mrs Tarring, A. w. Starratt, vice prest-
dent and Mrs. Starratt were In the re-
ceiving line at the watch night party at
the Y NJ. c. A. New Year eve, and rep
resentatives OF many of the Christian En-
deavor societies had a part in the Y. NJ.
c. A. New Year day.
The January meeting of the union will be
held next Monday evening in New York
Avenue Presbyterian Church. Prof. John
r. Layton, director of the Coleridge-T Taylor
Choral Society, will conduct the song serv-
i've and also provide several special num-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-05
for SUNDAY Scboob.
STAR LESSON FOR JANUARY 6,
By Rev. J. E. Gilbert, DID,

SECRETARY AMERICAN SOCIETY RELIGIOUS EDU. ALTON.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-05

The Masonic Veteran Association will
hold it's annual election at Scottish Rite
Hall, 1907 G street, on Tuesday evening.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

nessee, and Henry w. Barter OF Ohio
With the exception Of the secretary
while In charge and the assistant sec
retary, there have been no paid Of
foials OF the association, and no on
pense incurred by the trustees In the
discharge OF their duties has been paid
from its funds.
Perhaps no public man in our his
tory has more attracted the attention
OF the people by the simplicity and
beauty Of his home life than did Will
liam Mckinley. The devoted affection
for the invalid wife, repaid by her
with love which never altered, made
OF the Canton home q picture which
all the wordld salutes as the perfec-
ton OF domestic peace and conjcgal
affection, and which is forever con-
secrated in the memory OF all VINO
were permitted to behold II.
u is fitting that beside the man
whose first thought and purpose were
ever for her the beloved wife should
be laid 10 rest. In the wall OF the
mausoleum inches have been provid-
ed for the two infant children early
called from earth
Thousands Of loving hands have join
cd 70 bring the little family together in
this beautiful temple.
In dedioatlng this memorial, from
this day forth, TO the high purposes
for which It is intended, the trustees
OF the Memorial association cannot re-
frain from expressing the hope that IT
may serve 10 commemorate the life
and deeds Of the illustrlous dead, may
teach coming generations the lesson OF
n noble, pure and generous life, and
impress upon the youth who shall look
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

Coffee lie hidden but powerful enc
my to ones progress In life. Its sub
tie, narcotic poison, weakens heart, IN
terferes with digestion and has a defin
ite and destructive effect on the nerv
Gus system. People who are content
TO load themselves with impediments
to progress who refuse 10 supply body
with food and drink Of the klnd needed
70 make up for the daily disiDtegra.
tion OF nerve and brain tissue, must
stand aside in the race for pre-emiu.
enee.
The ones who are properly fed, win
surely win the laurels.
Postum furnishes the gluten and
phosphates OF grain needed by Nature
TO nourish brain and nerves with food.
When made right, that is, boiled Id
minutes after boiling begins, II has a
delicious taste similar 30 the mild,
high-grade Jayas, but with none of the
bad effects OF coffee
There are those who are entirely
careless as 70 what goes into the stom-
ach but the one who would make
all his movements tend towards health
and possible greatness can know by
o persoal test
There's 9 Reason foe
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

upon II In all the coming years that
true success is only to be built upon
exalted character, and that the high
est public honors and universal popu-
lar esteem are not Inconsistent with
q life devoted 10 the faithful and
cheerful discharge Of the simple duties
OF each day which make up the life
OF good man and a patriotic citizen.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01
TOO LATE 70 CLASSIFY.

L0ST-A brown handbag containing
$6.25 and n return ticket 10 Wheeling,
W. Va. in the NickelOdeon, between
8 and o'clock Monday by party that
cannot well AFFORD the loss. Findor
will be rewarded by returning TO 329
10. North st. 1-d3
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

WANTED-A ho1sokeeper. A mid
die aged lady. No one need apply un.
less they can furnish recommends
tions. Call at 1917 N. Cherry or Bell
phone 1O97-x, after o'clock in the
evening. 1'dS'
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

EVERYBODY con borrow money on
household goods. watches, etc, on very
small easy weekly or monthly pay.
ments. Collateral Loan Bank, Bell 500:
Stark AGO. No. 309 W. Tusearawas
street. II
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

wANTED-A girl at once, for gem
sral bousework. Apply at Mrs. M.
Kapper, 147 w. North 81 Id3
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

DINNER and supper served at tho
Noon Rest every day this week. 1-d3
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1907-10-01

oly
a
ing business interests GERS II
President Berce Clark Vice Cashier and
Assistant Cashier The
dent onahan Tin Plate and Sheet Co. Trearer
Inc cleveland Axle Manufacturing CO. Ohio
Miers Mutual Fire Insurance Col Whiting Attorney No
Lain Treasurer The McLan
Metal CO.. H. Kenny Kenny Double JxsIsr,
H. O. Kaufman, Cashier -
dyduas are solicited The City National savings
oamsn rates q interest are paid yynss
hours 9 a. 70 a.. MN ~ nlghts 70 O'Clock.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
BUILDING STRIKE
FAR FROM ENDING
Unions Deciding Whether
to pull" Any More
Operations.

A peaceful settlement of the building
trades difficulties with the master build
ers and local contractors seemed as far
distant today as It has been since the
beginning OF the disturbances IN the
building world of Washington
So far, the numerous conferences that
the master bricklayers have had with the
5ourneymen bricklayers and with the
Master Builders and the Employers AS
sociations have resulted in absolutely
nothing that can tend toward a peace
ful solution OF the trouble.
AT the headquarters Of the building
trades grievance committee today
everything was quiet on the surface,
but Il was said that their representa-
tives were busy investigating conditions
with the possible view OF ascertaining
whether 10 viii be necessary 10 pull
any more buildings under construction
by the contractors with whom the work.
men have had trouble. No such action
was taken today.
The pickets were on duty at the rail-
road station and steamboat whaFVes to-
day, but reported that no more nom
union men had attempted to come IN to
get work. On the other hand, the build
ers report that they are carrying on
their operations with ease and rapidity.
AT the building trades headquarters II
was announced that the names OF the
contractors who. they say. have signed
the union contract would not be given
10 the public for the present.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
BILL POSTERS PLAN
TO FIGHT TRUST
Meeting Held in Secret and
Counsel Advises Execu-
tive Committee.

The second annual convention OF the
Independent Billp0sters and Advertising
sign Painters Association of the United
States and Canada closed its meeting this
morning, after a busy two days session
at the Arlington.
The meetings nave been conducted In
secret but 1t Is generally understood
that most of their deliberations have
been directed against the bllipOsters'
trust" which, il is alleged, has notified
the large commercial advertisers that
the giving OF any business TO the indie
peudents win net be tolerated. O'Don-
nell Coghlan. of Caicago. and Ferdi-
nan Block, Of Philadelphia, as counsel,
have been in consultation with the eX-
ecutive committee advising its members
as TO the legal steps which they viii
take
The election Of Officers for the ensuing
year. resulted.
President, J. F. Morrison, Of Chieago:
secretary. II. =. Sprague. of Boston.
treasurer, A L Melvin. OF Detroit; first
vice president. Joseph II Reass. of
Wheeling; second vice president, w. h
Francis, Of Portland; third vice presi-
dent. ]. w. Shadwalde. OF Minneapolis;
fourth vice president, C. a Wegeforth.
OF Philadelphia, The members OF the
board Of control are A. l. Melvin, w. r.
Francis. and J. ". Shadwalde.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
OREN ROOT DEAD,
WAS NOTEDSCHOLAR
Brother of Secretary of State
Expires After Years
illness.

UTICA, y. y, Aug. T.-Dr. Oren
Root. brother Of Secretary Of State
Enhu Root, and professor OF mathe-
mates and natural sciences at Hama-
ton College for twenty-seven years. sue
ceeding his father, is dead az his home
IN Clinton. He had been III for about
q year.
OreE Root was born in Syracuse Nay
is, 1888. he was graduated from H6mII-
flton College in the class Of 1856. In
june, 1865, he was admitted 10 the bar
IN Wisconsin. Later. for several years,
he was principal OF high schools In
various parts Of the country. IN 1850
he was elected professor OF English
IN the State University, of Missouri
In 1875 he was ordained q Presbyterian
minister, and was for a time president
OF PTiIchett Institute. at Glasgow, Mo.
lie took up MS work at Hamilton Col
lege IN 1880 and continued active there
until his illness.
Prof. Root was 4 scholarly and elo-
Quent orator and was frequently called
blages, he was the editor Of several
works on elocution. he was also the
author OF a brief elemental trigonometry.
He had the degree OF ID. D, from Rut-
gers College, and L, III. D. from Union
College. He was a Republican in poll
tics. and has made many political ad-
dresses.
He leaves a widow and three sons
Edwin B., q lawyer in New York; Wal
stein, who Is In the West; Oran. r.
vice president Of the Metropolitan Rail-
road Company. OF New York, and two
daughters. Mrs Thomas Y. Nichols OF
syracuse, and Miss Laura, Of Clinton.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
WHOLE TOWN
GOES A-FISHING
Ten Thousand Trout to Be
Eaten in Wyoming
Tomorrow.

SARATOGA SPRINGS. Wye. Aug.
27.-ovter 1.000 persons. nearly the entire
population OF this town, are on al ex-
cursion today along the trout-flled
streams entering the North Platte river
Seven OF the best trout streams IN the
world enter the river near here, and by
pre-arrangement the entire population
went fishing today. Tonight when they
return II Is estimated they viii bring
1000 speckled, rainbow. and native trout
with them.
The fish viii be iced and tomorrow will
be served at a celebration OF Railroad
DAY which commentaries the relega-
ton Of the old stage coach 10 the junk
yard and the inauguration Of the
modern road Governor Brooks and
Senator Warres VIII be guests Of honor.
Many CUES s ire expected from other
cities and each viii be served with
FISH.
Fishing Day" win be an annual event
If the State hgh commission does not
interfere.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27

Public Printer Wants More
Employees in Annual
Class.

The Public Printer has appointed a
savage board. consisting of five officials
Of the Government Printing once The
board Will take up the matter of sal
aries paid to employees Of the Govern
ment Printing Office and endeavor to
equaIize and harmonic them.
William L. Post, superintendent Of
documents, Is chairman OF the board,
which is expected TO make a thorough
investigation of the various grades Of
work done in the office. and the -eIarfes
paid the employees, with a view Of aTing-
ing about a more equitable wage system
II is stated the Public Printer has
been planning 10 include as many Of
the employees as possible IN the annual
class, SO that they may be specially ap-
propriated for, in order that the lump
sum appropriation may be correspond
ingiy reduced 1T is the desire OF the
Public Printer to have the salaries
equalized before including them In the
permanent annual roll.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
Lass Goes 0-FiShirg
For Kitten in Tree
Miss Adams Dons Bathing Suit Climbs
Branches, and With Brothers Rod Res
cues Pet of fearful Child.

NEW York. Aug 27.-Ruth Adams.
pretty school girl shocked farmers
wives by climbing a tree to rescue a
Maltese kitten. at Wasne. X. J. But the
farmers ana their sons enthusiastically
applauded Miss Ruth. who is sixteen
years old.
The kitten is the pet Of small Ida Van
Ness. A dog chased It from the Van
Ness porch and It ran up q tree In front
OF the house. It could not be coaxed
down.
Several small boys successfully
climbed the tree. but their approach
drove the kitten higher up. and out on
a slender branch. There il mewed pite-
ously all night, while little Miss Van
Ness fell asleep weeping for her pet.
More boys vainly tried TO reach the
kitten next morning To watch them.
automobilists and persons driving and
walking. halted until the road was
blocked. Little Ida was heartbroken.
Miss Adams determined 20 restore the
kitten 70 the child
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27

The resourceful girl put on the bath
ing suit she wore at Asbury Park. and
tied a moose Of strong string 10 her
brothers fishing rod When she APP
peared, rod in hand, the crowd under
pussy-up-the-tree cbeered her. The
agile girl assembled a short ladder 70
the lower branches. then climbed on.
the rod In one hand.
Finally she reached the limb on which
the kitten erouched. still, msowing.
Climbing out on the limb as far as Il
was safe. she made ready to catch"
the Maltese IN the moose. Cautiously
she thrust out the moose toward the
kitten, which. however, backed out SO
far the branch swayed under its weight.
But after many patient efforts the girl
got the moose around pussy's neck and
drew the kitten TO her. Then she re-
leased the kitten. put in In her belt
carried It down. restored it TO smiling,
grateful Ida. ant ran home. while the
crowd. except the staid Old ladies, APP
plauded.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
FALL FROM AUTO
RESULTS FATALLY
Machine Crowded to Stand
ing Room ard Sudden
Turn Does Rest.

PITTsBURG, Aug. Z7.-As q result Of
falling from an automobile early this
morning one man is dead. and another.
who tried 20 hold him. is in a serious
condition "a the Homeopathic Hospital
The dead:
BERT HERMAN. Grafton. skull frac-
tured.
The injured:
Herbert O'Nenn Quartz. OF Grafton.
badly cut but viii recover.
The other occupants OF the machine
escaped without injury.
The machine was crowded and In or
der not TO crowd their companions. Her
man and Quartz stood IN the auto. A
sudden turn caused them 70 lose their
balance and plunge from their position
10 the roadway.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
COMMISSIONER WEST TRIES
TO GET MEN HOLIDAY

Commissioner west. believing that all
should have a holiday on Labor Day
with pay. has been seeking some au-
thority under which IL would be posi-
bic for the District Commissioner to
give the day, not only to the clerks OF
the District government, but also to
every workman IN its employ.
He believes that Labor Day is a farce
II laborers are forced TO observe the
day and pay for its Observance out of
their own pocket. He has been unsuc-
cessful, however, but said today that
he would recommend to his colleagues
that provisions for next years Labor
Day be included in the District appro-
pFiation bill.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
ARMY AND NAVY UNION
HEARS MEMS SIDE

At the regular meeting OF the Col.
Theodore Roosevelt Garrison, No. "A,
Army and Navy Union, last night a
series or addresses were made advoeat-
ing increased pay for enlisted men OF
me service. Among the speakers we're
=. ". Black, senior vice commander OF
teiI Garrison; William A Hickey. Van
a. Lahns George /. Snider. and 81. A.
Aubatz- An executive council OF six
members from each Of the local garrl-
sons rs contemplated 20 pass upon all
questions Of interest perfaiuine to Tire
District OF Columbia branch OF the
Army and Navy Union.
lawn fete under the auspices OF the
AdmiTal Porter Garrison and the Ceorgi-
ana Porter Ladies' auxiliary viii be
held at Twelfth street and lincoln PARK
September 2, g and 4. -
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
MORROW INVESTIGATES
NEW JERSEY HIGHWAYS

Engineer Commissioner JAY J. Nor
row, accompanied By Capt Edward
Markham, Assistant Engineer Commits
sioners Julian o. MargTOve, Inspector OF
Clements and Asphalts, and L. r. era
bill, Superintendent OF County Roads
went today TO MOntclair, n J.. 10 in
speCt macadam roads there that nave
been treated with tar This has been
found to be more efficient as a preVen-
tive of mud and dust than either water
or oil. Commissioner Morrow Is anxious
u keep the roa0s of the District in the
best possible condition, and is keeping
in touch with all experiments for this
purpose wherever tried.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27

DENVER, Aug. 27.-'SYou've heard OF
Scotty and Jack West and the other
galloots who scatter their gold around
Ike so much sawdust2 Well they're
pikers-plain pikers. when you take me
into consideration.
Sc said a tall, lanky individual. with
q tawny mustaehe and long -drawi'
as he leaned over the register Of the
Albany Hotel, IN this city.
II got more money than both OF them
together. 1 got more mines too, out
around Tonopah that stretch IN some
places a mile. Scotty's a piker; so 3
West"
The bell boys began to have visions
of be-oOt-i-ful tips
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
FLEET WILL BE SENT
UP TO PUGET SOUND

IL was announced at the Navy De-
paftment today, that Il had been ded-
nitely decided to send Al least = 1s-+
or the Atlantic feet on I'D 70 Puget
sound, following its arrival az san .F-rsn-
cisco Al first, the destination Of the
Meet was merely 10 San Francisco. but
partly upon request % the Senator'S
Representative and oeoDIe az ths
northwestern section o. the Pacific
coast generally. It has now been de-
eided 70 send 10 the vicinity OF Seattle as
many or the shiUs as can lss aecomno-
dated az the Bremerton navy yard.
which IS adjacent to Seattle
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
Has Millions in Dust y
Wants Bed for Quarter
ScottyS a Plain Pker; So Is Jack West Says
Millionaire TOnOpah Mine Owner Who
Has Death Grip on "Wad"

THOSE fellows made Their regulations
Ia one way" continued the speaker 81
make mine in another. I'm tight wad.
I've got the dough and 1 amt spendin'
Il, see. Rock powder wouldn't loosen my
grip on my roll. I'm the doegoRdonest
stinglest proposition ever was. What 5
your rates? %
dollar a day" said the clerk.
WHAT Didn't 1 say L was stingy7
I wouldn't pay that for six rooms.
Were can I get room for a quarter?
He was directed to Blake street, and
after he left, Manager Sutton learned
that ne was none other than Sam
Breaser. who IS more than a millionaire
and is holding on to It.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
IN THE STATE OF ADAM,
AND THE POLICE OBJECT

Three cases OF persons suffering from
alleged dementia were brought before
Judge O'Neal this morning, They were:
William +. Finn, a former Spanish
American war veteran; Irene Green,
colOred. and Harry Farrer.
The latter got into trouble by insist
No on wandering about after the ran
ner of Adam He was caught on Con-
neCticut avenue this morning at about 2
o clock while amhling down the. street
in an absolutely nude condition.
The three were sent TO the WOTkhouse
for mental examination.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
EXAMINE THE POLICE,
With RETIRING VIEW

With view OF retiring several OF the
olcer members OF the Police Department
September !, a large number OF men
VIII be examined by the police surgeons
this week This is in accordance with
Major Sylvester's plan for a reorganiza-
ton Of the department the arst of the
month. as announced in The Times sew
eral days ago.
NO announcement OF the names OF
those 10 be retired viii be made until
the doctors have passed upon the physi-
Gal condition of the men.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
MOTOR TRAIN TESTS
SUCCESSFUL ON U. P.

OMAHA, Neb., Aug. z7.-As a test Of
& long distance speed endurance, the
Union Pacific motor ear, No Y. has
inade a continuous run from Omaha TO
Denver, covering 576 miles fl sixteen
hours. thirty-four minutes.
The running time OF the regular Den
yer fast train is seventeen hours, fifteen
minutes.
Previous motor cars sent 70 Denver
have been IN daily service there. making
So miles and have been on time con-
SANITY The company has IN progress
OF construction eighteen additional motor
cars
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
PREACHER KILLS HIMSELF
IN VIEW OF HUNDREDS

Los ANGELES, Aug. 27.-Tae Rev.
Edward HURT Jewett, seventy-seyen
years old, for fifteen years professor OF
pastoral theology in the General TT co.
logical Seminary, of New York, and be-
lever in DR.. OsleT's theory, who at
tempted suicide at a beach resort near
here. is dead
Upon the beach and In view OF several
hundred bathers and tourists, DR.. Jeweti
deliberately drew a razor blade ACROSS
his throat, opening the jugular vein IN
three places. DR. Jewett had been in
poor health for many years,
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
DIVORCED WOMAN WANTS
TO RESUME MAIDEN NAME

A petition was filed in the Dfgtrict Sy-
prene Court today by Mrs Letitia Nc
Kenny for an order allowing her 10 re-
sumo her maiden name Of Letftia Dav.
~ IS explained in the petition that Mrs
Mchenny left her husband because OF
his failure to sunport her in 190S COM.
years after they were married
IN 1900. Il Is stated. AIcRenny procured
an absolute divorce in Baltimore from
1is VIE on the grounds OF desertion
since that time he has remarked and
now lives in the District OF Columbia.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1907-08-27
OBJECTION BY THOUSANDS
TO VACCINATION SYSTEM

LONDON. Aug. z7.-That vaccination
Is much against the viii OF many people
Is evidenced BY a parliamentary paper
just issued by John Burns, which states
that vaccination Officers during the last
year received 1881 certificates OF con-
scientious objection to innOculati0n.
Many people believe vaccination Is dan
geTous.