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Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15

lasi year with great success. Another
American work which VIII probably be
given under similar auspices. Is a COM
position OF Harvey LOOMS New
YORK musician Mr.. Rowland who is
IN ms country ON short visit. seek
ing American operas for production
aDfoad' az wen as gathering a ompany
oi American singers for his Italian
company received a cable dispatch
on Monday, stating that the operahousc
IN turin the Fourth largest opera house
IN italE. has been offered him.
The viii of Mr., Otto Goldschmidt. the
husband of Jenny Lind, has been
proved Mt G4.O9i, Of which the net per-
Sphality has been sworn at E214S. He
directed his trustees to offer Ia the
National Portrait gallery for CT 500 the
portrait OF his Wife. Jenny Lind. painted
by the late Eduard Mangus Of Berlin. in
1861. from the original by the same ar
list painted from life in 1886 which lat.
ter was bought by and is now i'm the
German National gallery al Berlin, and
If not accented by the National Portrait
gallery II Is to he similarly offered 10
the National museum at Stockholm. He
stated that he named this price because
That was the figure at which the origin
al was bought by the Berlin gallery, He
le't his copyright of the Memoirs of
Nine. Jenny Lind Goldschmidt to 1880
published in the spring of 1881. to his
daughter, Mrs. Maude. and all his docu-
mentS relating thereto to his sons in
equal shares. or, falling agreement be-
tween them, to MIR. John Murray, or
other, the head Of the Albemarlc street
publishing house. His late wife's mu-
sic, hearing her autograph. or in manu-
script he left TO his daughter.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15

She kept on CombinE her hair. Out Of
the air, floating lightly toward the
electricity generated by the combing,
came the first line;
1T Is sad to contemplate"
And close upon its heels.
And It's sadder to relate
And, as Miss Lenox struggled with
a snaM Of tangled treSscs:
How this good old world forgcts
you when you're broke"
When she tied the end Of the braid
with handy rubber band she was NUT
teling to herself:
And the world goes on Just the same.
And the problem is to find the one 20
blame,
For there amt much sense in whining,
when you're forced to give up dining
And the world goes on"
Fastening the last bit of hair with a
pin she had been searching for while
she was talking the words TO herself.
she scrubbed down the song as she
had improvised it, and the phone rang
again.
"Well?"
Boy here. Miss. from stern's music
house,
Twelve minutes from the time of tho
first phone. the boy was on his way
back to Harry Sutton with the scrib
bled lines. The composer perused the
verses. sat down at his piano, and in
10 minutes had worked out the music.
The combined efforts of the clever
pair had taken less than half an hour
from the first telephone talk.
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II,''I, :,;|ll2S'2g55 755
A47@7 AS SEEN BY a 54I7kA1r RuA14Y
I o work begun shall over pause

NJ 70. ss S is: 3. 9:s gun, shall ever pause
VI one day, last week "a light
a beautiful lieht-wcnt out in
our city, leaving It for tlmc in gloom.
Yet il did not go out after ALL for The
event called death, has no power lu
nut out light. II was merely turned
from the earthly side to that of rho
spiritual. ;hat it Nigh shine in FULLER
radiance.
AS our dear city editor left This
world. so did he enter the next flt
With larger awakening. lie passed.
as from one room To another. with
the vista from a wider and clearer
window revealing a path OF sull more
earnest endoaVor OF a still nnblcr Qual-
lily OF life, and of a still larger sym
nAthy.
He has but turned Il corn"r-stlD
He pushes ON with right good win
That self-same srduous way"
What then? He has gone to- find
fuller occupation and achicvelnopt fDr
his intellectual gifts and fine enersy
aud his rest Will mean a life Of harmp-
NOUS action. And so.
CHOU art not idle. in thy higher sphere
Thy spirit bends itself TO loving
Ava stror,,,r 40 r,.co,, ,,,,., 81,
drcarneg ~ borc
Is all the crown OF glory that it
asks.
~ know it s there, I know II lies
within you; don't hide IL under hush-
ell: keep it bright, and mako It shine"
These were the encouraging words
Of our city editor. 10 ono in whom ne
thought he saw a gift and possibill-
tics, yet who had not sufficient trust
and contidcnc" in self To push forward
along a certain line of work
Just keep pegging away [ win help
YOU all ] can"
sni,o ytbi tbo ' fnfp, o ooT , tn,S TO- M
KIN, i a. 49,, -, ~ 10y" 80 ~
,,,,',, ,,,ti, ME, si,'u II w.
=, ~ ,,.h,~s ,,3,I ~. Wv ~ -
a, -, a., ,,.,,i, w, % i',
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,rrntrtno tlan,o cg ac,, ic,.o,,,o,,t va y,,I
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15
SHARPS and FLATS

Giacomo Puccini, composer of Mad
am Butterfly" Is now at work on his
new grand opera The libreto Is found
ed ON the life of Marie Antoinette.
The many friends OF composer Gus
taV Luders. who went abroad for n
vacation with Henry w. Savage, Will be
palned to learn that he has contracted
pneumonia and has been lying at the
point Of death In Germany. Mrs. Ludcrs
Is with him.
An orchestra of 40 musicians will be
employed whom Henry w. Savage pro-
duces Tho Merry Widow" In this
country next autumn and Herr Hlcglcr,
of Vienna. las been engaged ms con-
ductor. ZicElcr was the musical direc-
tor when the comic opera had its pre-
mcre IN Vienna and has conducted tho
opera during It's run Of two years In tho
Austrian capital.
The College Theatcr or Chicago, the
new 100000 playhouse erected by the
faculty Of 81. VinCent's college, Will DO
formally opened with the grand opera,
"otho NiscOnti," by the late r, q. Glea-
son, Tho College rheator is the hrst
playhouse in America to be owned,
operated and managed by n church, and
the announcement that II will enter the
field In competition with the hlgh-class
downtown playhousos add a new fac
tor 10 the theatrical situation I'm chi
cago,
Heinrich Coureid who for the last two
inontns has been lying on his back at
the Ktlscroi motel IN Berlin, hardly
able To move his limbs, owing 10 a form
of luc0motur ataNia, walked nearly two
thirds of a mile the other day unalded,
ms tho result NJ a novel treatment given
him by Dr. FNenkeL The treatment
consists In making the patient walk the
floor. placing his feet according TO
ehalkcd diagrams. I'm certain positions.
The treatment was begun I'VE months
ngo by massage. when Cpnrcid paid pr
rraenkol $50 coo 10 come 10 New YORK
Tho German emperor is very fond 81
military marches, as played by ms
bands, Two years ago II occurred 10
him that II would be- Wen II some Of inc
best Of these marches we're arranged
ror the VOicc too. Ferdinand llnmlnel
was entrusted with the task, ana now
Hretkouf & llarlel issue collection ~
As OF these marches, in -four versions
% for soldiers chorus. ~ Tor male
choral societies, 90 for schools lp for
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15
NAMING FRENCH SHIPS.

French ships are usually named after
French provinces or towns. victories
ideas or sentiments. but no French
names, excepting those of great men
in their history, are made use OF. Ger
man ships bear the names OF German
rivers. ports, poets, states and char
acters in German literature. Spanish
ships are almost Invariably named after
their cities or great commanders.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15

Mime. Irma Monu Baldmi has
charmed New York by her impersona-
ton OF Carmen" and shed a new ustcr
upon the character by her wonderful
acting and exquisite singing. She is
very handsome woman and is self-pos
sessed enough to say that no woman Of
other than a Latin temperament can
sing "Cormen,' who is all fire, passion,
dash and vigor. She speaks four Lam
guages but has not yet learned Eng
lish.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15
Lac OLD TESTAMENT.

The earliest eXtant manuscript Of the
Uebrew Old Testament is a copy u the
Pentateuch. now IN the British museum.
ana assigned 10 the ninth century, and
The earliest manuscript bearing pre-
else GATE is copy NJ the prophets. at
81. Petersburg. dated A, u. sls. while
tho majority OF the manuscripts belong
10 much later periods.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15
A ptJsKY QUEEN.

II has been announced recently In tho
French newspapers that the lady whose
picture is presented here has taken her
annual bath. She is the queen OF
Madagascar. and one Of the strange
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15

ppia.ulotic' Appropriate texts have
ocen ADDED and the volumes are sold
at very low price.
lie Grand Howlaud. the American
composer and impresario. is negoiia,.
,ns Tor the presentation in Italy of IL
=. Cohyerse's The Pipe of Peace" nm
opera which was performed in Boston
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15

Was not the near approach 81 death,
But Just a common drunk.
Louis DE BUFF.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15
SQUIRE COOP.

Pupil OF GodowslSy and Busoni
Piano Coaching IN Vocal Repertoire"
Studio Deserct National Bank Bldg.
Rooms Is and 10.
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ANTON Petersen

Studio OF Piano, Violin and Harmony.
go Commercial Club Bldg Tell 2i3l-z Bell
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15
EMMA RAMSEY MORRIS.

Pupil NJ Coroli, Berlin and ArchainbauJ.
Paris.
Go West LIST North Phone 2G9S-x
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Easles' p>y, June i9ih, Sail Palsoe
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15
Musicians 5
Director-y.}
IDA T. DAVIS

Teacher Of Violin.
Tcmplcton Bid
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15

the brake.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1907-06-15

Giacomo Puccini, composer of Mad
am Butterfly" Is now at work on his
new grand opera The libreto Is found
ed on the life Of Marie Antoinette.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
TOO MUCH KISSING IN GAME.
Oklahoma Teacher Asks School Board
to Order Playing of "Postoffee"
Stopped.

Ia " 'on' 0Ala---i Missing has become
pr ool'N.'"@ TO Houas woman teach
'N " as .''e' near inis city that she
''S o"'.eo an extra session of the
BOARD OF education to provide O rule
,-a' WI" prevent -t on the school
-'o '-1 ABOUT ''e premises of the
--o' mousse. I'D 'o" p.iance with hey
us special session convened 90
.-@ne 'He necessary order
i"e Cd. n'eh OF mis- school have
1' pay ihI an outdoor same that
."o' N'i. ios.o'ee lbe eiris con-
'-e.v i" one pace and tht boys in
announcer $50 J-at each aggregation is
'ol IT'D sisal OF the other Then
'oI"'1 from the camp ot the girls
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
More courtshIp 90 Marrian.-

Some men seem to consider their
marriage certificate as sort OF fully
paidup policy OF happiness. They act
as II the cour,ship days were those Of
| paying premiums Of compliment
| chcerfulness. courtesy. consideration
and chivalry. and that marriage cuts
on all these premiums of lover-like al.
tention. The only way TO get an abso-
lutely guaranteed insurance on matri.
mony is TO keep paying The premiums.
Many hrstclass matrimonial policies
lapse just because OF tho.e suspended
payments There SIS tendency to as.
sumo that this love is known and rec
ognized SO why speak Of it2
This is a dangerous taking for
granted of what should be made real
puising and vital in thought. word and
deed There is little DANGER OF over
telling this story; it is often the wine :
or life and inspiration TO one hunger.
ing and thirsung for the little ten
dernesses of affection. There arc
more people on this gre Z. big. rolling =
earth hungering for sweetness. ten /
derncss. and words of appreciation
genial confidence and generous anec. :
ton than are starving for bread with
husband and wife these delicate mos
sengers of affection cost SO little
sometimes only "a thought but &c is the
thought that is AN Continued cour..
ship after marriage. says the Deiinea.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
FINDING NO BOOTY,
ROBBER STOLE KISS
JoVisl Highwayman Saluted the
Pretty Victim and Was Satisfied
with His Compensation.

Oakland. Cal-The experience un-
dergone by Mrs ~ j. Williams was
not altogether unpleasant. although IL
was not one she would care to 40
through again. IL was an adventure
win highwayman who finding that
the sum of money she had was not
worth taking, chucked her under the
chin-but let her tell her own story
The robber" says Mrs. Williams.
who is pretty blonde. seemed to
take the whole affair as Joke. laugh
ing when DE found possessed no Val.
uables. and departing after "a stolen
kiss. with CHEEKY 'Good-night
grille
Il was awfuuy fri-htened. but 7 re-
member noticing almost The first
thins that he was iolly. and it flashed
upon me that Sc might De some friend
playing practice. joke lie had mis-
SLOUGH hat pulled down over his ewes.
and his coat collar turned MP over his
chin. $50 that little Of his face was
visible lie was very large man
al least six feet aL and wciched
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
suggested nobody 7 knew.

~o7~'NNI ANNRAN 4 Knew.
i handed over my purse. and ne
opened IT, 4 quarter was all there
was in IL. and he asked me II had
any more. I said No
AT that he burst out LAUGHING sav.
ing; Wen. then. don't want H. and
handed back the purse. Then he asked
me II I had any rings / toid him No
ana he laughed boisterousIy. as n II
was good Joke. Then he took hold
OF me and turned the side OF my
head To the light to see If I had ear.
rings
was almost ready 10 faint. and
thought OF screaming. but was afraid
be would KIN me. When he satisfied
himself that I had no more valuables
he threw one arm about my neck and
bent me backward. I thought he was
going Co throw me down. and I com
menced 90 fsht back. but he hurrod
me tightly about the hesd and neck
and pressed his lips AGAINST mine.
Then he laughed AGAIN. and with
"a Good nieht grille. walked OF I'm
he direction OF three men who had
crossed Seventeenth street on Broad
way Then . ran AN The way home"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
The Vice Of haste

Every virtue lies between two vices
such is the location of che virtue Of
leisure. Especially I'm this hurryin-
AGO and country haste becomes "a
habit and then O. disease. 10 one rush
os to the next mail with letter
whose reception. vhc,ho- this week
or next is no matter no au: IL De
vaguely feels that not 90 have Co hur-
ry for his Gag is Co begin the day but
slackly, evidently he is in the grin OF
disease. The srendthrift OF his time
is no worse than The misor OF 80. who
must needs have every moment 81
usury. remarks Arthur Cotton. I'm
Reader 10 procrasuuaton is "a thief
who steals from tomorrow FOR the
benefit of today Doc haas bis counter
who steals f-c~ to-da. for the benefit
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

Papa queried little Dolly DlmpIe-
'oh' why is the pen supposed TO be
mightier than the sword?"
because. my dear" answered the
rather, glancing at his wife. "one
can sign checks with sword. 80
Chicago Daily News
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

OF tomorrow Thievery is thievery.
and Poor Richard with his Have you
somewhat 10 do tomorrow. 90 It to
day. was most immoral counselor.
This encroaching future must be kept
In its place. and justice and courtesy
done to the hour which is our guest
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

nent philosopher engaged in CONVEX
sation with a young widow. He asked
her TO describe that which struck her
the most I'm life. The widow. without
hesitation. replied: My late hus
band"-Gn Bias.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
The Americans Christmas Greetingsu
TO THE PUBLIC:

IN the onward march of business s,ccess
K>~ THE AMERICAN BENEFICIAL. .INsIR-
ANCE COMPANY takes special pleasure +,
issuing CHRISTMAS GREETINGS 70 ts Isro.
membership and generous public. This COMPANY
has had the most remarkable Of any other Com
pany upon the field beginning four years and half ao
august I9OZ) has done work which has SURPRISED the
world here were other Companies on the field doing grand
work before the American began AT first MANY critics doubt
ed the great undertaking led by Dr. W. F. Graham and his
faithful cO-workers, Nobody now doubts the wisdom and
judgment OF those who their minds the opening for the
great Amencan he Company looks back over lis short
history with language inadequate express thanks and appre
cahon Tor the loyalty and reception on the part Of the
public From the beginning in 1902 the people without
the least hesitation took policies in both departments o. The
American On every side thousands of people both in and
out OF Virginia their wamest and strongest sr,ppot 70
this new enterprise Men of and reputation have stood
ready at all times to back the American
In the short time that this Company has worked ,,on the
held (o0OOO hfyegh thousand policy holders have oined
IT. over 10000 five thousand have joined the STRAIGHT f
Department This growth is phenomenal; no other Comnan
has surpassed equaed it. 1t has paid out in sick claim;
$iO2 49, 49, in death claims $40 96l 90; making to, f
death and sick claims. 1872. 50I8 This IS vvonde6J
showing and important feature of history maxine - 81
Negro Al "'e
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

! would like 60 know the w5erea-
bouts OF Emma Wilson. Miles vii.
son, Enoch Wilson and Edward VIII
son or Portsmouth. Va. The sister
Emma Wilson left Portsmouth. Va
and went TO Deep Creek. Va. Moth
er name was Margaret Wilson also
OF Portsmouth. Va.
/, the sister Annie Wilson left
portsmouth,. Va. i'm the year A. u
is l.. II any OF these relatives 6e
living or anybody knows OF tho
whereabouts OF them or can furnish
any information OF them. please
write.
MRS. ANNIE HENRY.
c w 9Th ST..
Mt. Vernon. y. Y
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

You want to marry my laughter"
asked old Goldrox.
es. sir replied the young man.
we have many things IN common
But she is extravagant"
So am l. '-Yonkers Statesman
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

Lit.le Willie Docking up from his
oooNl--Say. J q. what IS a sea cow
Fa-A sea COW. my son, must be the
KIND that gives the milk our dat-v-
man peddies. judging from the Qua.
ity thereof-Chicago Daily News
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
That's Rlnht-

Better get you new suit of
clothes"
Il haven't any money"
L know 10; that's the reason Won
cant afford TO dress as II you hadn't"
Houston Post.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

II understand" said the chorus girl.
that he said 7 had stage fright"
No. what ne said was that YOU
that he said had stage fright"
were "a stage ht'-Houston Post
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

Resident Board. Danville, Va.
;. ID. MILLS, Chairman.
fkoF. THOS. \. LONG. Secretary.
LEVI W. HOLBROOK.
DIR. \. T.. WINSLOW.
REV. ROBERT G.. ADAMS.
DANIEL 4. LUCK.
CHARLES w. WEST
{. T.. y. BOISSEAU. Superintendent.
9Z77 AGENTS WANTED.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

Board of Directors:
\. ID. PRICE, President.
EDWARD STEWART, Ist Vice Pres.
JAS. Il. CARTER. 2nd Vice Pres.
-. 4. CEPHAS, Bird Vice Pres.
THOMAS VI. CRUNTP, Secretary.
B. l. JORDAN, Auditor.
W. y. BAKER, Treasurer.
\. WASHINGTON, W. \. JORDAN.
CHAS. y. JACKSON, T.. c. BROWN.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12
BLACKWELL & BRO.
ONE OF THE LEADING PAINTE-R

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i Practical House and Sign Painters.
training and General Contrac-
tors.
ALI. WORK GUARANTEED
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Give Us a trial, you viii never regret IL
Address, Cor. Price and jackson SIS
RICHMOND. VA.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

he Branch Offices conducted by men and women Of
superior ability and business Under their energetic man
agement led by the Home Office the American will NOT be
long IN becoming the leading Negro COMPANY IN the world
Tier branches found throughout the entire State Of Vro
ana washington d. G. managed by such eminent persons
W u. ate. W. A Mlner w. f. Davis B. F. Watson
W. - Steptoe 5. Alexander w. A Stewart W. II Tobn
SON. W. H. Smith, F. Alexander J. p Tate. l. F. Hubbard
M r. NandeyalL Homer Mitchell L. n Robinson. p. r
[iaHston. > Garrison, M. l. Keen. J. r. White J. T Cav
James r. Delap n. F. Roberts. A. D. Mitchell Maggie
T'omdexter Benjamin Stokes w. T. Rufn. w. II. Himan
James A Payne. r. Johnson. M. l. Payne These man
ayers are assisted by army of agents and solicitors IN
every city and community upon whom depend in large
measure the life and success of the geat American.
The American Beneficial Insurance Company was the
FIRST COMPANY OF ITS KIND TO DEPOSIT
TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS WITH THE r..
STATE TREASURER FOR THE PRO- 1879
LECTION OF ITS MEMBERSHIP.
They father secured by $4,000 seven thousand
dollars real estate currency and bonds not to saw ANYTHING
about the wealth and worth of the strong men who back If
Men ike Adophus Humbles of Lynchburg Va; Dr. Hol
land Powell OF Springfield Ohio A. D. Price of Richmond
Va; +. /. Coleman, B. II. Peyton John W. Howard
X w: Anderson, K. II. Fauntleroy. J. Thomas Hewrn
James H. II. Wing6eld. James Page Lewis Cbeaham To-
sePh Loving. James II. Chles W. H. Watkins. and DIR w
r. Graham These all represent something The wealth
OF some OF them running up high as $I5OOOO $4,000;
$IOOOO; $1,000 and The American is here to STAY
the future bright Before many years its branches will be
established throughout the entire United States
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

DIR. w. F. GRAHAM. President;
JOHN w. HOWARD. General Superintendent.
M. M. MOSS. Cashier;
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1907-01-12

ss.ssS.s
The National tribune., 1907-07-18
Charles w. Whitney.

The Fergus Falls. Mimi. papers have
long sketches of Charles w. Whitney
an honored citizen of that town, who
died June 13. Mr.. Whitney's father
was miller in Oswego. y. V. but the
family moved TO Illinois, md Charles
w, who had received n good educa-
ton, enlisted in Co. G. 31th ILL.,, and
became non-comm!ssioned officer. He
was subsequently commissioned First
Lieutenant in the 22d L. S. C. T., and
did a great work in fitting the former
slaves for soldiers. In the Fall of 1863
he was put on secret service duty, and
had a remarkable experience running
great risks in obtaining and CARRYING in
formation, and finally being captured
and kept in prison for five months, un-
ill he managed to make his escape from,
Tyler, Tex. His health was brown down,
but he remained as Regimental Com
missary until the end OF the war. After
living in various places On the frontier
The National tribune., 1907-07-18
Gen. Basil w. Duke.

Gen. Basil w. Duke.
The President of the Association of
"Morgan's Men" is Gen. Basil w. Duke,
who, on the death of Gen. Morgan, sue
reeded TO the command of the division,
comprising 10 regiments of cavalry.