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Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1908-03-05

CHARLOTTE WALKER AS AGATHA IN THE
wARRENs OF VIRGINIA"
[Charlotte Walker has attained new dra-
matte heights through her splendid play
ing of the role of Agatha In 'gThe War
rens of Virginia" at the Belasco thea
ter. New York. William c. De Mile
wrote the play. which was produced un-
der David Belasco's direction.l
ing less than capacity audience. In
terest in the Bernstein drama and en-
thusiasm over its performances by
Kyrle Bellew and Margaret Ellington
and their company are as great now as
they were when the play was first pre-
sented. 1t is doubtful whether theater
goers of this city have ever seen a
more attractive serious play or one
better acted. An interesting point in
connection with its run is that Charles
Frohman has not found it necessary
since the FIRST rehearsal of "The THIEF
to make any change either in its cast
or in its lines.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1908-03-05
PAsTIME PROGRAM.

Reggie's Camp Hunt.
Buying a Cow. :,
Mt, Vesuvius.
Gypsies' Sacrifice. =
Song" Smarty." -
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1908-03-05

''The Thief viii shortly reach its
two hundredth performance at the
Lyceum theater Its long stay sur
passing in extent of run any of the
other big successes of the season, IL
not more remarkable than the fact
that ever since the opening night this
great play has been presented to moth
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1908-03-05

FIFTY Miles From Boston" George
NJ. Cohan's latest production, still con
tinues to please Garrick patrons.
Petite Edna Wallace Hopper is win
ming new laurels in the stellar role.
wherein she appears as New Eng
land miss and has some very catchy
songs which Mr.. Cohan wrote for her.
Cohan and Harris have provided her
with an elaborate production and a
big company, which includes Laurence
Wheat, Emma Janvier, George Par
sons, James Bradbury, James Marlowe,
John Wesley, Mrs. Louise Rial, Hazel
Lowry, Lores Grimm, Richard Mes
NTH, Russell Pincus, Frank Bouman
and Sim Pulen.
Miss Janvier has a very funny song,
"Ain't 1t AwfulT' which offers excel
lent opportunity to display her won
derful gift of mimicry.
'Harrigan," waltz With Me" Jack
and JILL MY, Small Town Gal" and
Boys Who Fight the Flames" are
Fifty Miles From Boston songs
which are evidently bringing more
fame for Mr.. Conan.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
GoR1oW A7zL ATZzR ZZH E4RZ27o1AzR

time for the various products the climate is such
that with little effort 1t be changed to suit
the convenience of the producer. just as
the skilled florist can produce June roses in De-
cember in his northern hothouses. Here about
all that is required is to plant your seed In an
ticipation of the time you wish to gather your
harvest; in due time the seed sends forth Its
shoots. which blossom. develop fruit that ripens
and may be harvested, whether 1t be October. May
December.
What wealth this means for the island and to
the mother country when in the years to come.
the land is put under intense cultivation and ad-
vantage is taken of all that nature has done for
Jamaica time only can tell.
The hillsides and the valleys of this little ISL
and capable of producing crops under the best
conditions that would support a large nation
Mineral wealth is unnecessary here; the real
wealth, which is perpetual and fnexhaustible. is
in the fertility OF the soil and the climate condi
tons which have produced such fertility.
There is no ice, snow, frost. here. The
rainy seasCn is less and extends
greater period of time than in any other portion
of the world. There is said to be rainfall in some
part Of the island every month in the year, and
the condition of the crops at any season would
prove the truth of this statement. 1t would be
hard to find place with beautiful scenery
appealing prospects. There are many
charming dfiveways, both for the horse and auto
mobile
The feeling OF depression that must come to
one i'll the city OF Kingston gives way to one of
optimism as he gets out along the seacoast or in
10 the mountainous country, where everything
is pleasing. 1t Is quiet and restfu In Jamaica;
people here do not do things in hurry; the eli
mate is not conducive to the hustle of northern
community. Even the turkey buzzards that abound
everywhere. soar slowly away the city or
the hills as If they had thought of being late
for dinner that the supply might give out be-
fore they reached the dining table, And the little
brown boys who dive for pieces OF money from
the decks of steamers the pier at Kingston go
into the water SO leisurely and remain under SO
long that you begin to think they are going to
stay down: but they always come up with the
coin clasped in their fingers. and stow piece
after another into their spacious mouths for safe
keeping until the sport is over.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

equal wages with the men for similar work
but TO drop the distressing features of life in
kingston for the more delightful ones of the rest
OF the Island of Jamaica which is truly a tropi.
cal gem OF the first water. Vegetation! Its lux
uriance can hardly be conceived of by a north
erner without personal visit. Its productiveness
is almost beyond conception: fruits grow in rare
abundance with only the slightest effort on the
part oil the ranchmen native farmers. A trip
across the island either by rail or automobile is
revelation of beauty on every hand. At every turn
new beauties and new delights are thrust upon
you; the fertility of the soil both on the hills
and lowlands is almost beyond belief; vegetable
growth. rank but perfect. at every point. So far
as one can see. the term bare land does not
apply In Jamaica; vegetation either wild or I'M
der Cultivation, mass of greenery and bloom.
Here hedge, grove. hillside. covered with
the ever-bearing cocoanut trees In full fruitage;
there long rows of banana trees. with great green
lunches hanging from the thrifty stalks Some
times they were in scattered patches and at 9TH
ers they were cultiva.sS. with skill and precision.
and covering wide ranges of land as far the
eye could reach. while here and there
ange groves isolated trees, all laden with the
rich yellow fruit The little English railroad
which crosses the island from north to south
winds for some distance from Port Arthur along
the southern coast. Then it turns abruptly to
the interior. blowing its way the hills.
through tunnels. across ravines and down nclines.
But at every point. the hillsides, by the
shore. in the valleys. even in the swamps. .the
prolific growth of all manner of vegetation is
everywhere present Nature has apparently done
much for the little island that the people have
had no proper incentive for effort development.
Why live the strenuous life when 1t is much
easier to exist with little physical mental labor?
Why strive for competence when the means of
subsistence at hand without such strife? Why
lay up something for a rainy day when it is
the actual rainy days which come SO frequently
and refreshing-ljke to this island that absolve
from the absolute necessity for such saving?
And such seems to be the thought of the natives
OF Jamaica. sl
The English language is almost the only one
heard on the island. The natives. even in the in
terror. who seldom get down to the coast, the
English tongue in corrupted form. but easily
understood. They are all proud OF the fact that
they are English. whether black, bronze. mahog-
any white-and You find all shades of color the
black predominating to very large degree. In
excess of 80 per cent of the population of Jamai-
ca Is black.
While there appear to be minerals of value
the island-except possibly, little copper
Jamaica is certainly of the richest of Eng
lands great family OF islands. Imagine what this
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mar
Many summer gowns have the slight.

Many summer gowns have the slight
ly low Dutch neck.
Shell necklaces from Honolulu are
considered very stunning.
Russian suits continue in popularity
for small boys.
Graduated striped borders are very
stylish.
Satin stripes are clever on anything
from null to cloth.
For coat costumes the plated skirt
shows the stripes around the feet.
In dresses stripes are used in any
way that ones taste may dictate.
Some lowcut shoes are bordered
with narrow bands of contrasting
leather.
Dress goods are very much bordered,
the choicest weaves as wellsas the
simplest lawns.
Black silk stockings and patent
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

Every one who embroiders knows
that 1t is absolutely impossible to en-
broider initials without placing the ar
ticle to be embroidered on the EN-.
broidery rings. When the initial OF
monogram is in the corner of nap
kin, tablecloth or lunchcloth. 1t is
dinicult to stretch the narrow margin
over the rings and make 1t snug and
tight enough.
Where two pieces are to be EN-.
broidered bring the pieces end to end
and whip them over and over, and
then place them in the embroidery
rings. The article can be held In a
firm position and the work can be
done more easily and quickly. When
the four corners, such as four nap
kins, are to be embroidered. bring the
four corners to a point and stitch the
sides firmly. There will then be nc
difiiculty in keeping the material on
the rings.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

They say that all the world loves a
lover. That is true. and next all the
world and his wife loves baby. SO
said dear little mother as she proud
ly exhibited a grave old stork a trophy
from a matron's entertainment in his
honor.
This popular bird has had a busy
time these days. and a party given re-
Gently was very dainty affair The
souvenirs were darling little gilt
cradles with a wee doll in each.
A lovely pink rosebud was at each
place: the centerpiece was a large
stork bearing baby in his beak
The quotations below were some
used on this occasion, and l hope will
answer request for sentiments suit
able for an affair to be given for young
mothers."
A babe in a house Is a well-spring OF
pleasure.-Tupper.
The child shows the man,
As morning shows the day.
Milton.
Children have more need of models than
Of critics.-JOubert
You may not be able to leave your chill
dren great Inheritance. but day by day
you may be weaving coats for them,
which they will wear through all eterni-
ty.-Cuyler.
What a privilege 1t Is to be associated
with little children. They hold the keys
to the gate of heaven.
You cannot compromise with the ire
mendous natural business of motherhood
S. wier Mitchell.
An Ideal-Just to be good: to keep life
pure from degrading elements. to make
II constantly helpful in little ways to
those who are touched by II: to keep ones
spirit sweet and avoid all petty anger and
irritability-that is an ideal as noble as
1t is dificult.-Griggs.
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His Very First.


w. c. Philips of the Association for
Improving the Condition of the Poor.
said recently in New York that among
infants artificially fed, fifteen times
more died than among those fed natu-
rally.
1--WE will learn in the end to live cor
rectly." said Mr.. Philips. las things
stand now, we are not much wiser In
our way OF living than an immigrant of
whom heard the other day.
This immigrant, a Magyar. was ar
rested for stealing a bottle of whisky.
At the station house the sergeant said
to him, pointing toward tub:
"'Strip and take a bath
"'Vat, go in de vater?" shrieked the
Magyar.
Yes. said the sergeant. take a
bath. You need 1t. How long Is 1t
since you have had bath?'
THE Magyar lifted up his hands
and rolled his eyes.
"Oh.' he said, I never vas arrested
before"
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

Oscar Hammers,ein, at dinner in
New York, said that he imputed his
great success to the fact that in his
opera house he put art ahead Of mon
ey-making.
81 like to think" said Mr.. Ham,
merstein, that in some small degree
share the artistic feeling of the
great Handel.
Handel, when the curtain would
rise upon a nearly empty house, would
say soothingly to his associates:
Zach. never mind: the music
sound all the better"
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
USE THE RUBBER FINGERS.

on glove fingers. They have got into
the habit of saving up old gloves for
Just such purposes of home surgery,
and the habit sticks pertinaciously.
Most of them don't know that you
can get rubber fingers of all sizes.
They are made to fit the baby who in
his first adventures is pretty sure to
find a knife somewhere and to acquire
the knowledge that 1t cuts, and grown
ups. too. no matter how big the hand.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
They're Common Enough Now, But
MANY still Cut OF Glove Finger.

When you cut your finger nowadays
and wrap it up in gauze you don't have
tn bunt for an old pair of gloves and
lon on a finger to form the outer
bandage of your wounded member:
YOU simply go to the drug store and
Inv a rubber finger for nickel.
And yet many persons go IN cutting
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

en-: they work on the
streets. with pick and
shovel: they help to
break the stones for ma
cadamizing the streets.
and they are to be
found in the working
gangs in all private and
public building opera
lions. 1t is said that the
stone for the macadam-
lied highway which runs
entirely across the island
OF Jamaica from Kings
ton to Port Ontario was
all crushed by native
women. One thing can
be said that cannot be
claimed for the states.
however. they receive
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

Good morning." said the artist. To-
litely. that's perfect COW of yours
down there in the field. I'd like to
paint her II you don't mind
by Heck" exclaimed Farmer Korn-
top. 81 reckon we won't. Git outer
hyar. I'm tired O. you Perkins Purple
Pills fellers.' '-Philadelphia Press.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

And they are mighty convenient. for
you know a glove finger has to be
tied on by strings passing over the
hand and around the wrist.
New devices to save time and bother
are put on the market daily. but 1t
takes some folks a long time to find
out about them
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

is on Its credit and truthfulness that
the fabric of our great commerce
rests. You may rest assured that there
never was SO much truth In the world
al there is today. and there never was
such real care for truths as there is
to-day.-Rev. NJ. j. Savage.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

Tomorrow, announced five-year-
old Sidney proudly to his kindergarten
teocher, us my birfday."
why" returned she, at is mine.
too"
ity. and. after a brief silence. he ex-
claimed. How did you get so much
bigger'n me?''-Human Life.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
A Difference il Yareh

John and Pat were two emu
workmen who were CONSTANT.
each one trying to outwit -
Are you good at measureLsent.
asked John.
II am that" said Pat quickly.
Then. could you tell me how many
shirts could get out of a yard?" asked
John.
Sure" said Pat; that depends on
whose yard you got into."-Human
Life.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

The value of agricultural machines
and implements annually imported by
Siberia amounts to about 100000
rubles ($5.l50.0OO) The imported arti-
cles are chiefly supplied by German
and American manufacturers. being
far superior to those made in Russia.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

leather pumps are to be much worn
with dressy costumes.
A novelty in hosiery is pair Of
black silk stockings inset with a pair
OF Chantilly lace butterflies.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
MzJTED VH0V0J10W AAR5oR %

nature blessed. fertie-soed dot in the great sea
would produce under conditions of intense agricul-
trral cultivation! Apparently under the very best
Of the presentday cultivation about the only effort
that is put forth to produce the most abundant
crops is to tear away that which you don't want in
order to give little advantage to that which you
want to grow.
The fruit trees and farms produce their crops all
the year round. While there is a natural harves.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

pretty smile may make ones fortune. Few
women realize the value of a smile. Most smiles
are useless. The smile that counts is one that
charms men. and that will secure favors here and
service there. and go twice as far tip or a
command. This smile has radiance. Is produced
by the eyes well by the lips, and, above all,
is never mechanical.-Strand Magazine.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

Summer Girl-What a queer looking
boat, What kind is it?
Boatman-That's a catboat, Miss.
Summer Girl-Indeed! And where
are the Kitten boats?
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
Pretty Room for ! Wee Maiden.

Perhaps this sketch does not come
under the heading of our department,
but l take 1t for granted it will be
OF interest to all mothers in search of
ideas for dear wee daughters. This
room in an apartment was so charm
,fngiy fitted up for the six-year old
maiden that simply cannot resist
telling about it.
In the first place 1t is astonishing
at what an early age children appre-
ciate things being done for their espe-
cial comfort and how they love their
very own things. The sense of pride
in ownership is developed long before
most parents realize 1t.
. Now for the room. The side walls
are of plain cream, with a dado and
frieze of riotous pink roses and green
leaves. Over each window and door
there is trellis of roses. also around
the small bureau. These were cut out
and pasted on just as natural as life
The effect was lovely and only took
a little time and patience. A white
moulding Joined side wall and ceiling
The pictures are all reproductions
from the old masters, with enough
childish subjects to interest the youth
full occupant of this rose bower. The
frames were all Of plain black wood
All the furniture was in white
enamel paint. and everything was
half size to suit the comfort of Miss
'Six-Year-Old.
The curtains. bed draperies and
dresser cover are of rose cretonne
edged with torchon lace.
The best feature of this room is 1t
can literally be washed-everything
In it-for the rugs are pink and green
colonial rugs, for which the mother
saved the rags"
A small desk is a source OF great
comfort; also a folding table.
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Entirely Sufficient.

First Boy-Pm going to study
French this summer.
Second Boy-Well, l can speak two
languages now.
First Boy-What are they?
Second Boy-English and Baseball.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
World 10 Improving.

The world was never so truth-telllng
as 1t is to-day. Nothing like It ever ex.
listed In the past. The commercial
life OF the world compels truth as
nothing has. nothing else can. for 1t
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

Pharaoh's mummy has been discov-
cred and unfolded. and the eyes Of
readers of these pages can rest on the
very features on which the eyes of
Moses looked 5000 years and more
ago.
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15

About s o'clock last night bellboy
In the lobby of the Albany got out In
the middle of the floor and yelled:
Call for Mr. Smith"
Immediately there was regular
football rush around the boy. He was
rescued with difficulty. The Smiths
are here all right, all right.-Denver
Post
The Lamar register. [volume] (Lamar, Colo.) 1889-1952, 1908-07-15
The Prize Puppy.

"S '''-S ~fSy'
Miss Gaddle-Yes. MAJ Boxley IL
just as mad at her father as she can
be. There was little puppy with
great pedigree that she wanted him to
buy for her, and he wouldn't do 1t.
Miss Ascum-What was TIA French
count or a German baron?
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Impossible.

He-Do you think 1t would be FOOL
ish of me to marry girl who was my
inferior intellectually?
She-More than foolish-impossible
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For the HWSd@SS
Nine. Merits Valuable Suggestions for Entertan-
ments-Stork Party Can Be Made Dainty
Affair-From Shakespeare.

In the pure love of child and mother,
Two human loves make one divine.
e. B. Browning.
The most sublime psalm that can be
heard on earth is the lisping of human
| soul from the lips of childhood.-Hugo.
Verify. say unto you. whoever shall
not receive the kingdom of God as a lit
tie child. he shall not enter therein
Bible.
True of heart tho a trifie contrary,
The child who comes in February.
Roses with their beautiful buds are
the flowers that seem to belong espe.
cially to babies and young children.
This little verse sent with bunch OF
them will add the finishing touch to an
always acceptable gift:
Roses bloom in the garden,
Along the path and the wall:
But the roses that bloom in my baby's
cheeks
Are the sweetest roses of all.
Here is an old Scotch jingle that is
dear to every mothers heart. 1t is
very pretty when written in fancy
lettering on cardboard. ornamented
with cherubs, or baby faces. passe
partouted in white. and hung in the
child's room. Underscore the day on
which the little one first saw the
light. Here are the lines:
The BARN that is born on the Sabbath
day.
Is lucky and bonnie and blithe and gay
Mondays BARN Is fair of face:
Tuesdays BARN is full of grace:
Wednesdays BARN need fear foe:
Thursdays BARN has far to go;
Fridays BARN is loving and giving:
Saturdays BARN must work for living.
With the gift of pair of scales.
send this little rhyme:
How many pounds does baby weigh?
Baby who came awhile ago:
How many pounds from browning curl
To rosy point of restless toe?
These lines sent with a pillow or
slumber robe make the gift doubly at
tractive:
What is the road to Sunderland?
And where does baby go?
The road lies straight through mothers
arms.
When the sun is sinking low.
Characters from Shakespeare.
The following is most interesting for
Shakespearean enthusiasts:
My first is a good meat, with eggs a good
dish:
My seconds allow. or permit. If you wish.
Hamlet.
My first is so modest and bashful, withai;
My seconds u tuft of your hair. that Is
all.
-Shylook.
My first is the city Of ftaiy's pride.
My seconds a vowel, which you mustn't
Glide.
Romeo.
My frst's a girls name. to your wits put
file;
My second and third describe her the
while.
II she is well bred. understand. and has
style.
Anthony.
A name of one syllable here you will see.
A villainous smile. devoid of all glee.
--Lear.
My first you take as a witness before
heaven:
My second some take when an inch thcy
are given:
My third is a vowel. just one of sewn.
-Othe1lo.
When I'VE" is objective. my second be-
hold.
-Cassius.
My first you see. is the time of the year
When all the leaves and the birds dis
appear:
My seconds a metaphor applied to bread.
Because 1t supports ones life. 1t is said.
-Falstam
MADAME MERRf.
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This offers SUGGESTION for making up very pretty frame to hold
holes It. softly rounded is given the
fixing
work
with fixed edge and sides mucse
wide
be hungon he
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Denver D re- story
The Oenyer Business Unjversitv

ness. fiI.st Buildinx,. Location Ia West.
porte; commercial branch g. by accountant and
ON. Q man. Fall session opens August 81 Studen
may enter any time. Address q. y. ARTLIP
Preside mt. Cor. W. stu Ave. and yant Street.