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The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
SIRE A FRESHIE, SON A S0PH.

Father Hazed by Son, but Took tho
Latters Shirt In Rush.
A son is sophomore and his father
has to wear a freshman cap in the
State University Of Missouri, says a
Columbia CMo.) dispatch to the New
York Times. Elmer Ellsworth Van
natta has returned to the university
after an absence Of twenty-three years
and has begun a four years course in
the agricultural department. His son,
Earl, went to the university last year
and Is now enrolled as full sopho-
more.
The senior vannatta is forty-four
years old. At the age Of twenty he
came to Columbia and spent one year
in the academic department. he then
returned home and married gradu-
ate of Stephens college, Columbia.
The younger Vannatta, twenty years
old, aided in compelling "the govern
or" to discard his hat and don a little
cap, according to the edict issued by
the upper class men. The old man got
even a few days later in the class rush.
he lined up with the 'freshies." and
when the dust cleared away he was
waving three-fourths of his heirs shirt.
The father goes in for gymnasium
work three times a week and takes in
cross country runs with members OF
his class who are in their teens. He Is
afraid to tackle football, but is rooter
Of the first water.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
What His Wife was Doing.

!. A young married man Of extreme;
" jealous disposition recently visited
one of the most famous mediums in
London. Being far from home. ne
wanted to know what his wife was
doing.
ssShe is looking out of the window,
evidently expecting some one"
''That is strange" said Benedlck.
s'Whom can she expect?''
''Some one enters the door and she
careses him fondly," went on the
medium.
1T can't bel" cried the excited hus-
band. my wife is true to me-"
'tNow he lays his head on her lap
and looks tenderly in her eyes."
Its false! I'll make you pay dear
" for this!" yelled the jealous hus-
band.
'sNow he wags his TAIL" said the
medium.
The green-eyed monster subsided,
and the young husband cheerfully
paid over his consulting fee.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
6amberg a Peanut Town.

In a letter to the Hampton Guard:
ian, Mrs. A. McB. Speaks writes OF
the habit of eating peanuts on Main
street here as follows:
"The peanut season is upon US. On
Saturday a multitude of darkies no
man can number, flock to town, and
and on every street corner con be
seen with a bag of roasted reanuts
cracking and chawing,' as Editor
Bacon Of Edgefeld humorously ex-
presses it.
"On Mondays, before the street
cleaner makes his rounds, the side
walks are covered with hulls, pre-
senting the appearance of a city
strewn with confetti during a car
nival!
my other half declares if he had
the exclusive right to sell peanuts
here, he could make fortune.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
LIBRARIES OF THE FUTURE.
Will Be Public Storehouses OF knowl-
edoe, Saws a Librarian.

edQc, says a Librarian.
John Cotton Dana. librarian Of the
Newark (N. j. Free Public library.
has put himself on record as believing
that the newspapers are gradually as
suming the work of libraries and that
in future use the latter institutions
will be rather public storehouses OF
knowledge, serving as guide and in
dex rather than as place Of instruc-
ton and amusem mt He expressed
these opinions in an address made at
Trenton, N. j., before the New Jersey
Library association on anticipation;
or. What We May Expect In Libra
ries," says the New York Times.
"The newspapers will more and more
usurp the work Of libraries" said Mr..
Dana. "They will be printed in larger
type and on better paper. They will be
Systematically arranged and will have
a digest and indices. In their maga-
zine departments they will publish
novels, essays, poems, dramas, histo-
ries and biographies by the best writ
ers of the day as well as the results OF
the cogitations Of the best philoso-
pliers, the anticipations Of the best so
biologists and the conclusions of the
best scientists. Their illustrations will
be superior to the finest that books
now offer.
'aThe Sunday supplements already
suggest what newspapers will soon
furnish US in art and illustration.
Truly, the newspapers will be our ed
ucational salvation, for they will en-
able US to acquire in the simplest and
quickest way by pictures at least a
little Of the vast mass of information
which the worlds web Of wires. reticu-
lation Of rails and fleets Of ocean fer
ries will daily bring US.
1--WE are just learning to read news
papers. When all Of us-not a few
only. but all of us-truly have the
newspaper habit, the demand will
bring forth sheets such as are not now
dreamed of-yellows to the yellow
minded, and both will be with Us fol-
many a day. But the mechanism and
brains and skill are here to produce,
and the sufficient demand which II
sure to come may any day call forth
a daily paper Of clearness, accuracy
breadth, simplicity and beauty far be
yond the widest prophecies Of the
most optimistic editor"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
Two Loads of Hell.

Two Irishmen who had just landed
in America had taken a room in one
of the downtown lodging-houses in
New York. They were awakened in
the middle Of the night by a great
noise in the street. One of the Irish
men got up and looked out of the
window. Two fre-engines tore along,
belching smoke and fire, and leaving
a trail Of sparks.
"Phwat is it," asked the man who
remained in bed.
"They're moving HE'LL" said the
man at the windows; "and two loads
have just gone BY"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
Related to Both.

An Irishman walking in one of the
streets of Dublin saw a man leading
a dog on the opposite side of the
street, says Illustrated Bits. He got
rather interested in the dog, and,
crossing the street, he touched the
man on the shoulder and said:
"Would ye moind telling me the
breed of that dog?"
The man, who happened to be in a
bad temper, turned round and, look
ing at the Irishman, said:
"Yes; it's a cross between a
monkey and an Irishman.
stShure," said Pat. "It's related
to both Of us"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
THANKSGIVING Anticipations.

OF course We'll have turkey.
A great. big. husky teller.
N vegtabuls Of every kind
Pertaters, white and yeller,
Turnips n squash n onions, too,
Um! Um! M celery.
N stufdn', that's the best Of all,
Fixed up with savory.
M pies! Well, I'm prepared to say
All other kinds is fakes
Alongside O. the punkin ones
An mince my mother makes!
Besides, they's apple turnovers
To cap the hull array.
An 7 can have two slabs Of each,
Cause it's Thanksgiving day.
But, after eatin' fruit n nuts
N candy with the rest.
I bet III feel like letting out
The buttons on my vest!
M wariin' round the block is good
For appetites like mine.
Then afterward I'll feel like "more"-
Gee, amt Thanksgiving fine!
Manic v. Caruthers in November Lip
piocott's.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
unoer the
Chestnut Gree
Mistaken.

For six years bitter feud had ex-
listed between the Browns and Rob-
insons, next door neighbors, says
Tit Bits. The trouble had originated
through the depredations Of Browns
cat, and had grown so fixed an affair
that neither party ever dreamed Of
making up" One day, however,
Brown sent his servant next door
with a peace-making note for Mr..
Robinson, which read:
''Mr. Brown sends his compliments
to Mr.. Robinson, and begs to say
that his old cat died this morning. -
Robinson's written reply was bit
ter:
"Mr. Robinson is sorry to hear OF
Mr.. Browns trouble, but he had not
heard that Mrs. Brown was Ill. }"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
Gold Leaf a. Brain Covering.

Richard Swanger, who was uncon-
scious for eleven days from a depress-
ed fracture Of the skull, caused by a
tree falling upon him, is recovering
from a remarkable surgical operation
as a result of which he will carry a
quantity of gold leaf in his head, says
a Baltimore dispatch to the New York
Tribune. The surgeons at Maryland
University hospital found a part of
the brain covering and part OF the
brain itself adhered to the dura mat
ter. The brain covering and the gray
matter were separated and the gold
leaf was placed between the parts.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
r1ore Interesting.

The old darkey was having his
ewes tested for glasses, according to
the Bohemian. After the oculist had
put up several cards Of Roman let
ters, which the negro vainly en-
deayored to call off correctly, he
looked over at the oculist and asked
with some disgust:
ssWhar's de use in lookin' at dem
fngs?'
with them I'm trying to find out
how far you can see distinctly" re-
turned the eye specialist.
"Wal." declared the old, darkey,
unsatisfed, "dey amt wuth tryin' t.
make out. Put up er watermllllon. "
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
Discovery Of Curious sepuIeher.

A curious sepulcher containing the
bodies Of many children has been dis
covered near the Pyramid Of the Sun
at San Juan, Mexico, says a special
dispatch from the City Of Mexico to
the New York Times. The sepulcher
was covered by huge tombstone on
which is carved the face Of a woman
surrounded by hieroglyphics. The body
Of one Of the children In the sepulcher
is quite well preserved-almost peri-
fed. This, with the tombstone, will
soon be brought to the National mu-
scum.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12

Speaking of the address of DR..
Henry S. Hartzog before the Arkan-
sas Baptist Convention, the Baptist
Advance says: 'Dr. Hartzog, Qua
chita's new president, was the first
sneaker and made one of the finest
addresses ever delivered on the SUBJ
iect of education before an Arkansas
Convention. We have asked DR.. Hart
zog for this speech and hope to give
it to our readers. This first appear
ance of Ouachita's new president
made a pleasing impression on all
who heard him. Ouachita will 60
forward under his administration"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
CRIME DECREASED.
ONLY Five Homicldes in Greenville
County the Past Year.

GREENvILLE, Dec. 2.-During the
past twelve months there have been
only five homicides in this county,
while for the past five or SIX years
previous murders have averaged at
least one a month.
The vigilance Of officers in the Dark
Corner and the enforcement OF the
laws against vagrancy and pistol tot
ing have had much to do with the
decrease of crime. Prohibition ad-
vocates, on the other hand, give en-
tire credit for the improved con-
ditions to the abolition of the local
dispensaries.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
Would Take Chances.

A short time ago an old negro was
up before Judge in Dawson City,
charged with some trivial offence.
Haven't you a lawyer, old man."
inquired the Judge.
mo, sah.''
Cant you get one?"
mo; sab. :,
Don't you want me to appoint
enc to defend you?"
'eNo; sab. / jes' tho't I'd leah de
case to de ign 'ance oh de cot.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12
Missouri Pearls.

Lon Palmer, a resident of Stotts
City, Mo-. has disposed of $4,000
worth Of pearls to eastern gem cutters
during the present year, says the Kan
sas City Journal. The stones were
taken from Spring river, near Stotts
City. Among the sixty-four gems Mr..
Palmer yet has in his possession are
two weighing 119 grains and &c grains
respectively.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12

You know as well as any one when you
need something to regulate your system;
If your bowels are sluggish, your food
distresses you, your kidneys pain, take
HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tea. 1t al
ways relieves. IS cents, Tea or Tablets.
Fl. F. HOOVER.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12

Three hundred teachers are needed
in the Philippines. Remember that
nearly half the teachers that went
there several years ago married on
the way. Do you see the special in
dueements to 60?
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12

ssTell me, my poor man." said the
good-hearted old lady, to what do
YOU attribute your >fondness for
drink? Is it hereditary"
ssNo, ma'am," replied the poor
man. ''it's thirst"
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12

Alice-Jack was so romantic in his
proposal! He said I was a white
pearl shining on a sun-kissed coral
strand.
Maude (disgusted)-Can't Jack
ever be original? He said the same
thing to me three years ago, and l
know that he cribbed the expression
from a ten-cent calendar.
The Bamberg herald. [volume] (Bamberg, S.C.) 1891-1972, 1907-12-12

The Foreman (back for instruc-
tions)-Jedge, we're all tangled up
concernin' tn testimony OF Jim
Boggs.
The Court-Don't you know what
to do with it?
The Foreman We knowed jest
what t. do with it, tell we dishvered
Wher' he'd told tn truth in one place.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
Do Your Assessment Work.

Last week TIE OASIS published telegram from Hon. Mark Smith. to Doctor A. L. Gustetter, with re- gard to the proposed enactment suspending for the year the require ment of the law for assessment work to hold mines. Mir. Smith fol- lowed the telegram with a letter to Doctor Gustetter, which was re- ceived Monday. and has been handed into this office, for the in- formation of all interested. Mir. Smith asserts that the Republican Administration will not allow en- actment of such bill; that there is pronounced objection by the Min ers' Union in all Western States; that the committees in Congress have not been appointed; that no bill can pass unless favorably re- ported from some committee; that with such report it cannot receive recognition in the House without unanimous consent, which will not be granted, because opposition is so strong that some one or more Congressman would object to it's consideration. The letter ends with the assertion that everybody had better do their assessment work for this year" That is what has been advised by THE OASIS all along.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
lnfa Cruz County Depositary

A childhood devoid of imagination is a condition most abnormal and unnatural. And men and women who would divest the Christmas tide of it's traditions, its myths and it's mysteries, must look back upon childhood season that was dark and dismal indeed.
 The writer has observed fre- quently that those most solicitous for preservation of Truth in the ab- stract in such matters, have the least regard for that Goddess in the concrete in the daily affairs of life. They will not tell lie to a child about Christ or Santa Claus, or any of the many pleasing myster- ies of the anniversary, because it Is WRONG Gin great big capital letters), but they will lie faster than a horse can trot" in everyday affairs, where are concerned few dollars, or where the reputation of some woman or fellow citizen IS at stake We do not wonder that such would rob childhood of one of its chief pleasures-the myth and mytery of Christmas time.
 But this article has digressed. It was to call attention to the an nual return of the good old time of Christmas, with it's joys and festiv- ities, it's expressions of peace and amitv; and in doing so wishing to the many friends and readers of THE OASIS, scattered far through out the wide, wide world, "A Mer- ry Christmas" and "A Happy New Year"
The oasis., 1907-12-21
SHOULD BE SUPPORTED.

Cohesion and solidarity of the business men of any community is one of the most important factors in it's advancement. Given any community that has accomplished great results it will be found always that much of that which has been effected has been due to intelligent and united effort. Such effort has been aroused and kept sustained by close communion among the citizenship that nas been the result of association outside of the or dinary business affairs, in the more intimate acquaintance of a social organizations club, with we'll fitted quarters, reading rooms, bill Hard rooms, etc, where the mem bers gather for rest and relaxation, cultivating the more social ameni- ties of life, getting more closely in touch with one another, profiting mutually by interchanges of views upon all sorts of subjects, and com ing into common accord upon sub- jects of local interest, where other wise they would be working at variance, frequently to the detri- ment of the community.
 It has been proposed that Noga- les shall have such an organization, and movement has been inaugur,
The oasis., 1907-12-21

ated toward creating one The subject was presented at the smoker" Of the Fire Department two weeks ago and it was received with enthusiasm and hearty approval A committee was ap- pointed to frame a plan of ac- ton, with Mir. J. B. Bristol at the head. The committee is at work now. and will report shortly plan which will be adopted in all pro- bability. The measure is most meritorious, and TIE OASIS wishes 1t every success.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
DON'T KNOW ABOUT THAT.

A Washington correspondent makes the prediction that William Randolph Hearst will be the running mate of Colonel Bryan in the presidential race next year To our mind such predic- tion is ridiculous. Colonel Bryan as q clean political record, while Hearst is now and has always been a political bushwhacker. During the past year he has given his influence against demo- cratic candidates from New York to Cal ifornia. We do not believe that Bryan would consent to run with the yellow journalist as a candidate for vice-pre- sident on the democratic ticket.-Bisbee Review.
 There's a question about that. The Democratic Party ran Horace Greedy for President. Nothing not even the nomination of Hearst could have been more ridiculous.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
MIGHT WORK IMPROVEMENT.

Commenting on the case of the Wash ington man who wants $l0,000 because a horse stepped on his face, an exchange asks "How would you like to have a horse step on your face?" We wouldn't t like it, but we have seen several faces that we don't believe horse could make any impression on.-Tucson Citizen.
 THE OASIS has seen several faces that would be improved greatly to have happen something of the kind.
The oasis., 1907-12-21

BILL collectors hunt in day time only. What blessing that the present financial difficulty occurred in the winter. They haven't so long to chase one each day in De- cember as they would have in June.
The oasis., 1907-12-21

RECENTLY Tucson was visited by "a wonder worker" named Schel- don, and during several days the papers were filled with strange stories of the strange accomplish ments he manifested. Now those he "worked"are doing the "wonder'' part of the play. He is reported in Mexico with his plunder.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
COME AGAIN.

Once again there is upon the world the hush and expectancy of the Christmas tide, when in com memoration of the advent of a lit- tie child at Bethlehem, nearly two thousand years ago, whose short yet remarkable life has left upon the affairs of men a most remarka- ble impress, men and women stop for season the rush and hurry and worry of this relentless life to give expression to. sentiments of good will, and 10 make pleasant and happy for all around them the hours of the suspicious annivers- arg.
 Particularly is the Christmas anniversary devoted to the happi- miss and joy of the children, and to them, more than all others, is consecrated this great festival of the Christian world. All too soon will come to them the unfolding of the prosaic everyday life; and those to whom the hard world has un- folded so much of its desolation and sorrow, when constituted alright, feel that the season is peculiarly and particularly appropriate, and that there ought not be taken therefrom any Of its pleasing mys- teries nor any of its soul satisfying myths. They were the accessories of a childish world, born into the human mind when the race was young, satisfying and consoling to all men. With their subtle and ineffable charm they continue still to satisfy and console the children. But now the world has grown older and wiser, there be those who would look behind the scenes and drag from there to the gaze of the wondering little ones, the myths and mysteries of the Christmastide, and strip therefrom their wonder ful charm and glamour to the childish mind. When we see such people we wonder what kind of childhood must have been theirs.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
White Sox Entertainment.

Monday evening there will be given an entertainment at Armory Hall (Masonic Temple) for the benefit of the White Sox base ball club. Turn out and give the boys an appreciative audience. All the parts are sustained by members of the club. Following is the pro- gramme:
 l. Long Distance Telephone"-by the Club.
 2. Song, Rags, Sacks and Bottles''-- by Charley O'Keefe
 8. Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill by the Boys.
 4. "Old Black Joe''-by Pablo Soto.
 5. Judge on Bench-Duane Bird.
 6. Quartette-"O Oaken Bucket by George Spraker, Harry Chenoweth, Robt. Diaz, Robt Soto.
 z. Rag Dance-Harry Chenoweth
 8. Cheyenne" IT Song = Boys and Girls.
 9.-White Sox-Drill by Club.
 l0.-Dancing by Audience.
The oasis., 1907-12-21

SHOULD Senator Foraker receive the republican nomination for the Presidency would the Copper Queen syndicate of newspapers support him for election?
The oasis., 1907-12-21

FRIDAY of last week was the thirteenth of the month, and it proved very unlucky day to the Mexican who assaulted Wong Wing. For the Chinaman also.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
EDITORIAL NOTES.

THIS is the shortest day of the year.
The oasis., 1907-12-21

MT. John Stehlk from Claude, Texas, has arrived at Nogales this week and will open harness and saddlery establishment. Until he finds suitable location he may be found at Peck's livery stable.
 The charity ball Monday even ing was a great success. It was at- tended by large number of prom inenl. ladies and gentlemen, and was great success socially as we'll as financially. The net returns were $92. Yesterday Mrs. Sam Leeker, Mrs. H. R. Renshaw and Mrs. L. B. Fleischer, the committee in charge were engaged in distribu- ton of the proceeds among worthy poor families, buying them provi- sions, bedding, etc.
The oasis., 1907-12-21
SUBSCRIPTION l:

F ubiished Every Saturday at NOgales. Santa Cruz County, Arizona, by THE OASIS
 Printing House Incorporated.
The oasis., 1907-12-21

ALLEN Y. BIRD, Managing Editor. DANE D. BIRD. Business Manager.