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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Realization.

From the Pittsburs Gazette Times.
It is when a college student finds HIM
self in a hospital that he realizes the
nerils of not being a mOllycoddle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Mr. Bryan's political activities are
likely to cause some of the subscribers to
his paper to feel that he does not spend
enough time at dis desk.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

MIR. Roosevelt has made up his lhl'iu
70 associate himself with the pubhca'io'
called the Outlook. But he Will hrst 90
what he can to prevent Bryan from nav
ing a lOOk-in.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
An Autocrat.

DO YOU think that the people ought
to ,ulec' asked the patriot.
Don't ask me- answered the nervous
man. I'm prejudiced against the idea.
I'm base ball umpire.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

1t took Samuel Gompcrs long time 10
make up his mind TO go into politics. Inc
November election will show whether or
not he is to remain there for any APP
probable length OF time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Debs Is so frank in admitting slim
chance of election that he deprives him.
self of the defeated candidates chief
solace-thc privilege of alleging fraud.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Mr. Bryan's idea seems to be that II
the people want to rule they ought to be
willing to pay at least dollar apiece
for the privilege
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
The Cheering Crowds.

The prudent statesman now must pause
While thOughtfully he notes
The men who get the most applause
Don't always, get the votes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Even that austere and exclusive mon
arch the mikado. has yielded somewhat
to the sociable influence of an assem-
blage of naval men.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Richard Croker is reported TO nave
sent 81 900 to the Bryan campaign. lie
would put up more than that on a horse
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

An evangelist can always be sure of a
large audience of people who long TOT
some eloquence that is not addressed TO
political topics.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Persuasion.
syracuse POst-Standard.

From the Syracuse Post Standard.
After he has hammered his thumb nail
a few times II is easy for man to feel
that he really has not the time to nail
down the hall carpet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
POSTPONED Performances.

Erom the New 1ork WOfIU.
If everything that is put off until after
election goes through then this is going
to he a good place to live i'll.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

The night riders like most lawless or
ganizations. manage to put up earnest
protestations that they are actuated by
moral purposes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Castro is securing something of the ad-
miration which always comes to the man
who successfully engineers strong DUH
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Seasoned, Maybe.

From the Atlanta Constitution.
American authors are their way
home accompanied by British regulations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
The CHANGING Seasons.

From the Wilkcsbarre Times Leader.
The base ball season will soon go out
and the buckwheat batter come in.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

If Gov Haskell should run short or
funds for his suit against Hearst he Will
hardly ask Archbold to help out
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Sporting Goods
Department

~HE attention of athletes
4 amateurs and profession
~ als-iS called to our un-
usually complete line OF
Sporting Goods. Every requisite
for the various outdoor games
and amusements are shown; also
all the appurtenances for gymnas-
lum work. etc, and in the best
grades only.
Exercise is essential to q
healthy mind and body, and every
man, woman and child should in
dulge in some light athletic work
daily.
We mention few items
Foot Balls. Each SI.oo up
Punching Bags. Each. $3.50 up
Punching Bag Platforms. Each. S3.So
Indian Clubs. Pair.......... 2Sc I'D
Air Rifles: Daisy and King" G, ~ ,,n
patterns. Escb ............ Sl.OO up
Also a full line of Lawn Tennis
Goods-best quality goods at
moderate prices.
Also complete lines OF College
Pillows and remnants and other
requisites for fixing" up college
rooms.
Fourth floor. Tenth 81.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

1t is "drop-head'' machine.
with automatic life. perfectly
complete. ready for work. and we
warrant it to give satisfaction. 1t
comes in a. highly polished quar-
tered oak case. has four drawers.
is complete with full set OF at
tachmcnts and fully guaranteed.
\ new feature of this machine is
skirt protector-an iron arm
which prevents the skirt from
coming i'll contact with the wheel.
Satisfactory arrangements can
be made at the department for
partial payments.
Second door, q -.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

In little while the prophecy will give
place to explanations of why IL did not
come true.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Demonstration of
KNITTING and Crocneting.

EMN RS. GERKENS, the
NlUIN author OF the Column
X lNloV bus Yarn Book, is
with us demonstrating
the very fascinating work of knit
ting and crocheting. Lessons
given free to purchasers OF Co.
lumbia Yarns.
This is splendid opportunity
to commence your winter knit
ting. as we'll as Christmas gifts.
Finished pieces, such as Couch
Afghans, Sweaters, Jackets.
Shawls, Vests, Slippers, Infants
Sox, Bootees, Hoods. Carriage
Covers, etc, are being displayed
Art Embroidery Dept, Main door. f 81.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Nervous Weak

lNGu WUWS Wv GdM
Ii you are nervous, irritable,
restless, have no appetite, and do
not sleep we'll, your nerves are
weak. They are not furnishing
enough power to keep the organs
vigorous. They are doing their
work jmperfectly. DR.. Miles
Ncrvinc is the best restorative for
nerve exhaustion. 1t renews
strength and vigor. Try it, and
see what good results follow.
Il fud D.. Miles Ncryine most excellent medi-
cine for quieting the nerves inducing sleep and
invigorating the system. The Nerve and Liver
Pills excellent accompaniment Of the
Nervine.'' 4. II. LONG. Mt. Joy. Pa.
II first bottle fails to benefit. money back.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Hisgen is almost as silent a candidate
as Judge Parker was.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
A Special Value i'm
Sewing Machines.

~ PECIAL attention is called
SON 10 a late model in the w.
~ & l.. Sewing Machine.
which we offer at
5000 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
New Riding Habits.

call attention to showing OF Riding Habits the
largest and complete line have displayed
ionabe shades Side saddle and divided
Riding Habits, $3.50 up.
Riding Skirts, Sz.95 up.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

TIE STAR mas a regular and perma-
aent Family Circulation much more
than the combined circulation OF the
other Washington dailies. Al News
and Advertising Medium 1t has no
competitor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Corset Covers
New Silk
PetticOats.

q i s s:;: IT,; ::,:;z e.: :;:;;
grade. from the plain
black taffeta for general wear to
the elaborate and exclusive
French creations for evening
wear.
Special attention is called TO
the following items suitable for
general and street wear, which
are very special values:
Taneta silk Petticoats in black. white and
colors yariOusly trimmed with circular Hare
ruffies accordion plating and ruching So &
Taneta Silk Pettcoats in black. white and
the fashionable fall shades. made In several
pretty STYLES with fit
ted ana d., adjustable $3.50 and 5000
Also the following values in
uuv CS1n. Hsroo~rc~r
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Also the following values in
Women's Silk Kimonos
and Dressing Sacques.

China silk klmonos, In variety OF Japanese
and floral designs and colorings. made full and
long and finished with pretty borders Of con-
trastins shades.
Special price, $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21
Il y
Woodward & 1OthrOp
New ork-WAsHiNGTON-Paris
Autumnm=Wimter Millinery.

VERY French Hat here personally selected Paris by
\nk critically Each Hat represents
~ entirely French styedea. distinctly original
French fas1ionhought by great millinery artist OF
Paris
Our display OF Paris Hats exposition OF masterpieces OF
French Millnery-Par> artistic finest.
The Woodward g. LotTop I1ats-degned right here
workoomare the practical beautiful TRANSACTIONS OF Paris
They tit American heads and best
combined exhibition of Paris Woodward Lorop
prove delight all who love opponents fashion
and beauty.
Therel be something ncwsomc,ns dtferent-to every
day. Welcome
PrIrx Second floor. Tenth
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

China SILK Dressing Sacques. in white. black.
lavender light blue and pink. trimmed with
yalenciennes lace and insertion.
Special price. $500 each.
Third floor, Eleventh ST
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-10-21

Main door, Tenth st.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
WERE N ]. Her /: R
Over { y !: { !. an n HOUR
tfl8S.I ~
WHEELING BUSINESS MEN Wei
PLEASED With REcEPTtoA
At THIS LACE.

About sixty of EWhee selling foremost
business men we're here yesterday
looking after the commercia interests
of the Nail City. The SIT WAS snntier
the direction Of the eellnE Hoafd
of Trade, which made trade sbocmkex-
cursions of seven Of the cities of the
State. A. large del legation or local
business men met the Visitors at the
station. They were TAX en- tot Watsons
on the trolley line. They retnrnei I'M
time to have a short talk with the
business men here. Managers Mans-
field and Barnes. of the Il lephones com.
pantes, connected the car talephones
SO that the visitors could fcomniunt cate
home. The visitors seemed well pieass
ed with their trip when they feel win
be mutual benefit to them an a to the
cities visited.
i5," Governor; H Y Albert Schenck. the
prominent Wheeling pork packer,
a distinguished member Of the party
He told a;representatives OF the west
virginian that he had been the srecipi;
ent OF much flattering attenti ion by peoz
pie ut every city visited and that HE
was thinking seriously of entering fhes
race in the dark horse list for Gov;
ernor.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
Up To Cannon
;5osDEcLAREs MINORITY LEADER
WILLIAMS IN TELEGRAM TO
= 0BL LSHERS

- tASHINGTON. April PA. n,uln-
5bers Of the house of representatives
received telegrt.lls fro tn publish.
I,srs IS, lc.iing the annual 1n- ling in
New Y Yorit OF the Associated Fress and
the Newspaper Publishers Asso. ,.tion.
urging action on the bill removing the
tariff from print paper and wood pulp
and in reply Hon. John Sharp Will
5liams, the Democratic leader. sent the
following:
s3: Il join In your protest. Get the
speaker to recognize ME or some one
else TO make n motion. and it will pnss.
1T is up. to him."
Representative Man. VINO IL chair.
man of the subcommittee appointed
to Investigate the paper question. said
today that the committee Was making
spreparations to begin It's inquiry. IIe
says that the committee will not begin
Its work with any cut and dried plan,
sbut5will go into the subject impartInlly.
He could not say Just when the COM
mittee will begin its sitting but said
before doing SO the members desired
5to}inform themselves somewhat on the
subject.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
l1ii1-!c !
Death Q | |: ;! II In
! ], I. Weeks
Grand Two
Chill dren G allied

H y
The. third death in one family in
two weeks occurred this morning in
iitsae death of Jenny Jobes. the ten year
'gold daughter of Mrs. Daniel Jobes.
On n:April the 10th. the father. Mr..
Daniel Jobes, passed away after an,
illness 5of typhoid fever followed by
gconsnmption. and one week later, on
i i Friday. the nth, a two year. old son.
Walter, died from the same disease
and complications. To-day. just two
weeks from the date Of the fathers
death and one week from the date of
the little chlld's death. another child
! has passed away from the same caus-
aes. emmy was a bright little girl AMI
4 ffaSorite with her playmates and her
ideathsh has caused much sorrow in the
I household. Her mother and three
children survive. The afflictions OF
this family have affected the people OF
the community to great degree and
the greatest sympathy prevails for
the mother in her heavy atflIction.
( Undertaken Musgraye is in charge OF
the funeral arrangement which have
+ not been arranged at this time.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
FLYNN I.IF|!L|..' NAMED
:FREsToN COUNTY MAN NoMl-
1Sss5 NATED FOR STATE SENATE
EsYEsTERDAY AT. kEYsER.

KEYsER. w. Va. April 24.-James
Nv. Flynn, candidate for State sena.
tor and a member of the board OF di.
sreetors of the West Virginia Reform
school at Pruntytown. was .unani-
mously nominated for State Senator
rat the convention OF the Fourteenth
Senatorial district held here yester-
day. The nomination of MIR. Flynn
was 5a mere formality, from the fact
that he had practically received the
endorsement Of all the counties in the
district
Resolutions were adopted MT the
convention endorsing the national anil
State administrations. the candidacy
sof Hon. Ira u. Robinson. OF Grnfton,
for Judge OF the Supreme Court. and
the candidacy of Hon. William H.
Taft Secretary of War. for President.
There was a large representation a..
the convention and 1t was harmonious
throughout.
i 4
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
SCOTT WILL
Be CHAIRMAN
SENATOR SELECTED
- TO PRESIDE AT THE STATE
DELEGATE CONVENTION.

WHEELING. April 24.-Word was
received In the city last evening that
Senator Nathan Bay Scott had been
selected as the presiding officer at the
delegate convention to be held at Park
ersburg within the next few days. and
that he would leave to-day for Wheel
ing.
1t is the intention OF the senator to
come home and he will remain here un-
til the time for holding the conven-
ton, looking after his many interests,
After the convention he will again re-
turn to Washington and remain there
until the adjournment of congress un-
less there Is some important business
to bring him back home.
The homecoming OF Senator Scott
will he OF considerable interest because
of the political conditions which now
exist. and he will be called on by many
of the local politicians who have axes
to grind and who would like to have
his support. z..
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
LAUGHLIN IS !.
SURE W INNER
STRONG IN BOTH NORTH AND
SOUTH FOR DELEGATE
AT LARGE

WEIGH. w. Va. April 24.-At the
convention here last Saturday a large
delegation was appointed to the con-
grcssional convention at Huntington
on the eth aud thirty-five delegates
were also named to the convention at
Parkersburg that meets the 29th to
nominate three judges OF the Supreme
Court and to select the "BIg Four to
Chicago. Both OF these delegations
were uninstructed.
The Hon. James A. Strothers. who
is delegate to each. In discussing
the situation. said: "All the counties
of the Big Kanawha river will vote
solilly for Mr.. Isaac T. Mann, Of
Bamwell. for q member OF the Big
Four from the southern end Of the
State. also believe and I also know
that under proper conditions the solid
support OF this district can be thrown
favorable to the Hon. Geoge A.
Laughlin, of Wheeling. for a member
of. the Big Four from the northern
end of the State. Personally would
like to see such result"
q Sentiment all through the lower emil
of the State and middle portion. too.
SO for as 1t is possible to ascertain.
seems very favorable to Mr.. Laughlin
as a member OF the delegation from
fh.s State
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
TRAIN FLAGCED||. ;! !: | ] !.
JUST in Time
CATASTROPHE WAS NARROWLY
AvERTED ON PARkERSBURG
BRANCH YESTERDAY.

CLARkSBURG. April 24.-Thurs-
day evening the Parkersburg-G Grafton
accommodation was tagged just In
the niche of time to prevent n terri
BILE catastrophe on the Long Run
grade. J. VI. Pratt, OF Salem. while
walking along the track found n great
landslide on the track. Knowing
that the train was due he hurried
down the grade and flagged the train
and 1t was stopped near the obstruc-
tion. The engineer knowing that pas
senger train No. % was soon due, ran
to a farm house and telephoned the
Salem Office to hold 1t until further no.
tice. After a delay of 30 minutes
both train crews were allowed to pro-
ceed.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
Lost "A Foot
While Asleep
WHILE INTOXICATED
WENTETO SLEEP TOO NEAR
RAILROAD TRACK.

CLARKSBURG. April 81. - James
Green. employed us plasterer. while
In state of intoxlcation. went to sleep
Thursday night mt the scale house In
the East End and suffered the, loss OF
his right foot. 1t appears that Green,
not knowing in what direction he was
travelling. sought n resting place too
near the tracks and permitted his left
foot to come in contact with a passing
freight.
When the accident occurred he was
brought to his senses sufficiently to
realize what had happened and sound.
ed the alarm. He was taken to n 10.
cal hospital, where the necessary
treatment was given him..
at O'Clock to-day the victim was
resting as well as could be expected,
but his condition was serious.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
Labor Leaders
Under Arrest
SEVEN OFFICIALS OF MINERS
UNION CHARGED WITH PAR
TIclPATloM IN DEM
oNSTRATIoN.

BUTLER. Pa. April 24.-Because 1t
Is alleged thnt they participated in 4
demonstration mt the Hilliard mines
yesterday. seven prominent officials
OF the miners union were placed un-
der arrest here last night. They
gave bail In the sum Of $500 each for
hearing next Tuesday. The iriforma-
tion was made by Harry Hamilton. a
standard mine operator. who charged
them with iisorlerly conduct. Those
under arrest are: James Drlscoll,
Mckeesport district organizer: Ed
ward Mckay, David Noble and David
Williams. organizers from Stoneboro.
Pa; James McT.ain. Fred Funkhnuser
and John Buzzard of Grove City, Pa.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
( County !. ( } d u 1 J
Court
Stood at
No License es In
Kan awha County

CHARLESTON; April 24.-Refusing
to recede from the announcement they
made several weeks ago that no II.
censes would be granted in the coun,
try district outside Of the city OF
Charleston to sell spirituous liquors
at retail. the kanaw1ta county court
refused to grant licenses to some 25
or 80 retail liquor dealers who have
operated saloons in the country dis.
tricts.
Every retailer. to whom the city
council granted "a permit for a II.
cense was granted license by the
court with single exception. The
exception was F.. Bernartiing, who
applied for nlicense to conduct sa.
loon in South Charleston. Bernard.
Ing was not In the city limits. and
the court refused to grant any lIcen.
ses outside Of the city.
The kanawha county court met yes.
terday morning at o o'clock in their
room at the Courthouse. A ilelega.
tIon from the Women's Christian Tenn.
perance Union was present and pre-.
sented formal request that. no H.
censes be granted. The court heard
the request with tlne+ considera tion
and then proceeded. Acting upon the
recommendation OF the city council.
which granted 54 permits to retail
liquor dealers in the city. the court
took up the licenses and had them all
granted when adjournment was TAX
en- at noon. with the exception OF
Bernur.llng. rs
Under the statutes no retail liquor
dealer can operate a saloon within
two miles Of the corporate limits Of
the city without first. obtaining a
permit from the. city conncll..- Ber-
harding came within the scope OF this
law. and last Thursday night was
granted a5pernlIt by the city coun-
ell. but the court recalled that an an.
nouncement had been made several
weeks ago that no license would be
granted outside of the city of Char
ieston. The court was acting in
good faith at that time. although
some doubted 1t, and their refusal to
grant Bernartling showed the court
would stand BIZ their announcement.
The present license under which Ber-
harding is operating does not expire
until the 30th day of June.
The licenses granted by the court
are for a period of II months and do
not expire until July 1. 1909. The ex.
tention OF the license period was
made by the court and the city coun-
Gil In accordance with new law pass
ed by the legislature. which changes
the beginning of the State license
year to July 1st. instead of May 1st.
to conform with the government H.
cense year.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
Drunken Men
Greats . [: !; Isro ubleI
ON ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS sEAR.
y RESTED WHILE oTHER8EE:
~ EECTS 4EScAPE.s

CLARKsBURG, Aprili ia4 ,rhurada day
evening the operator at the depot Mas
notified by the operator at Bryon To-
send the SB. g q. Sohleers ito Tie juEcs
tion and arrest two men who were
coming TO the city on the Richwood
passenger train. The 5oflicers went 10
the juneti tion.s but one iot the guilty par:
ties escaped and the other was arrest.
ed and placed In Jail. It appears that
the two men were intpxicated and TO
have IA good time flashed their guns.
promis cuously and mnae many strong
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-04-24
.Viisii ors
cav
q I, y ! ONE
s. S. Conventioi
Closed L Last lJiaht

The 26th annual Convention sof ths
West Virginia Sunday school nssos3
elatlon came to q close last eyenins.
The convention convened 5pn Tuesday
afternoon and Wednesday ana Thnfs.
day services were held during ne sn.
tire day.
The convention was one of ftties sn,ost
successful ever held and the aft tehas
anee an! at the meetings and Ithe inter.
est manifested were most eheo,IiralE
Ing. ss
men the registrar made the report
last night It was shown that ass de,s.
gates had registered at the conyan.
ton, Of this number as were were syisltors
101 were ministers OF the Eosp1aei anti
67 were county officers ins 81. 8. WORK.
Thirty-seren counties were represents
ed at the convention. '
The honor flag which Ii pteseftei
annually to the county having the
highest percentage of Ewotk fof the
year was awarded tot Tyler county.
and the honor flag for teacfier tralr,-
Ing work went to Marshall county
Among the addresses on stfie pro.
gramme last nigh was the iIfhsfratea
address by Mrs. Mary Foster Brynof.
her subject being. Spoke I'M the sim
day School Wheel. =; She represented
the wheel as the Sunday school and
the spokes we're the things which 20
to make up a model school. Her III
lustrations were by black board 4
DR.. Jesse L. Hurlbnt. ofS SBtoomfeia.
M I, whose addresses were greatiy
appreciated. spoke to- the audience Oh !
the subject, .tThe Sunday sehoof
I Teacher as q Soul Winner, Dr Hurt
but spoke 2of the 81 change beins /
wrought about IN re1iglotta work,
much OF the work which hid hareto
fore been relegated TO sreyisais wss ,;,s
now taken in the sunda az school With
more lasting results.
Following Dr.. Hurlbnt. Rsv Alien
gave the last OF the series d
his theme being .iT am fse
Vine" The i"I Am" services have been
among the most helpful and npiIft.
Ing services In the gconYention and
have created "a profound Impression
upon the hearts Of the people. Tiies
convention closed with ag conservation:
service. ssstss