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The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1908-01-29
USED SNAKES AS FUEL.
Thought Reptiles Were Sticks Until
They Begun to Thaw Out.

A Port Jervis dispatch to the Phil
adelphia Record says men getting
out bluestone above Narrowsburg
blew off top dressing of earth and
stone to get at the marketable prod
uct beneath. The blast exposed
cavern which contained a mass of
snakes. THY were of the black
snake, rattlesnake and milksnake va
rieties, and had evidently crawled in
to the rocky retreat for the winter.
They were frozen stiff, and thrown
out of the way by the workmen.
Patrick BoOlan, charcoal burner,
saw the snakes in a pile, and mis-
taking them for wood threw them on
a fire. When they began to thaW
out and writhe over the ground he
thought the wOodpile was bewitched.
Not so with his son and wife. They
attacked the reptiles with such vigor
that in the course of a few minutes
they had slain thirty-six snakes.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1908-01-29
ENGLISH BARMAIDS.
The Question of SURPRISING Them
to Come Up in Parliament.

The Question of Suppressing Them
to Come Up in Parliament.
The British barmaid is as noted an
institution as the Bank of England.
But she is not so useful. On the con-
trary, there has been for years
strong feeling in England that the
barmaid should no longer be toler-
ated, that the work she performs Is
unsuited to her and that its tendency
is to degrade. Her defenders, how
ever, boldly argue that her presence
has a restraining effect upon patrons
of the public houses-as saloons are
there called-and that to displace
her by man would greatly disturb
economic conditions. The subject is
to be brought to the attention OF par
lament at its next session. Inc
temperance people are laboring nara
to suppress the barmaid and feeling
will undoubtedly run high when the
question comes up in the house OF
commons.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1908-01-29
DRUGSSTS ARE PERPLEXED TO KEEP GOV. OUT OF RACE
is WHAT MESSRS. WATSON, GRAY
AND HARDWICK ARE TRYING.
Restraining Influences on His Sena-
torial Ambitions. Reported Cool
ness Between Mr.. Gray and
the Governor.

ness between Nlf' OEty anu
the Governor.
Political gossip has it that the
three restraining influences upon
Gov. Hoke Smiths senatorial aspira-
lions have been Thomas E. Watson
the Atlanta Journal and Congressman
7. w. Hardwick.
Notwithstanding these, according
to an Atlanta special to the Savan-
nah News, it appears that the gov
errors desire to get into the race
has not abated, and it is accepted
among his close political friends that
if he can find way he is going to
do it.
Mr.. Watson's reasons have been
gathered from his publications in
which he warned the governor that
the people of Georgia would not send
him to the senate until he carried
out his campaign pledges, some OF
which remain. as yet. unfulfilled and
are awaiting the action of the gen.
eral assembly.
Mr.. Gray's reasons in the Journal
were quite similar, though more
gently put. He simply suggested
that the governor would not think
of running for the senate until all
the pledges of the Macon platform
had been enacted into law.
What Congressman Hardwick' S
reasons are has not been made APP
parent.
! A Goodness Between Gray and Gov.
1t is reported in capitol circles
that a GOODNESS has sprung up be-
tween the governor and Mr.. Gray,
though of course there has been
nothing like an open breach. Just
what the first cause of it was has
not been made apparent, but it is
said it was accumulated by the fall
ure of Mr.. Gray to secure the ap-
pointment as receiver of the defunct
, Neal Bank. 1t is well known that
the court, presumably at the sugges~
ton which originated with the gov
ernor, appointed the Central Bank
and Trust Corporation to wind up
the Neal Banks affairs.
A we'll known Georgia politician
who stands quite close to the gov
ernor is quoted as saying:
II am confident that Governor
Smith is anxious to make the race
for the senate, and while | know
nothing definite it is my belief, from
all that / have heard, that he will
do so. There is a question as to
whether he would get the support
for the senate of the Journal and
of Mr.. Watson, but there is also
some questions as to whether he
needs it.
From the way things are looking
now / would not be surprised to see
The Georgian become the mouth
piece of the administration at no
distant date. You cannot tell"
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1908-01-29
Special Announcement Regarding the
National Pure Food and Drug Law.

We are pleased to announce that
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs,
colds ard lung troubles is not af-
fected by the national pure food and
drug law, as it contains no opiates
or otter harmful drugs, and we rec
omrIend it as a safe remedy for chill
dven and adults. B. F.. Jennings,
druggist.
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1908-01-29
Simple Remedy for LaGrippe.

LaGrippe coughs are dangerous, as
they frequently develop into pneu-
monia. Foley's Honey and Tar not
only stops the cough, but heals and
strengthens the lungs so that no
serious results need be feared. The
genuine Foley's Honey and Tar con-
tains no harmful drugs and is in
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1908-01-29

The emperor of China and the
vicerov of India between them gov
ern more than half the population
of the world.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Miss Roosevelt's Fashion


 Miss Ethel Roosevelt is perhaps the most conspicuous figure in Washington society at present. Although her formal entry into society has been announced to take place at White House ball on December 28, the Presidents daughter is already making herself felt. She has very decided convictions on the matter of dress. Miss Roosevelt's recent appear ance at the theatre in full dress, a de- parture from all washington precedent, was most acceptable to society, which has made up its mind to follow her example.
 The occasion was the production of a new play at the National, when Miss Roosevelt appeared with her parents in the presidential box wearing low-neeked gown of light blue satin crepe. made in the prevailing close, stragiht lines, with It's upper portion almost entirely of white lace. The latter had fiat 1ounce across the slight decolletage, and also formed the sleeves, which came to the elbow. A large corsage bouquet of gardenias gave a festive touch to the gown.
 Another departure was the absence of gloves, rings or bracelets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Late Hours and Insomnia

There is scarcely anything worse for robbing people of good looks and youth full charms than keeping late hours habtually. Those who go much into so- ciety or to places of amusement night after night can never hope to retain clear complexions and unwrinkled skins
 People whose business in life necessi- tates late hours should try to get early to bed at least two nights every week. The face should first be carefully rubbed with cold cream, which must be removed with soft rag about 10 minutes after ward. Then dash cold water over the face and dry thoroughly. The window of the bedroom should be left open wide at the top and a few inches at the bottom both summer and winter.
 Another foe to beauty is sleeplessness. Sufferers from this trying complaint ought to keep early hours, retiring early and rising early They should have tepid sponge bath before getting into bed, and afterward a glass of warm milk and a biscuit. If sleep will not come after these preliminaries, wiring out two hand kerchiefs in cold water and tie one around each wrist.
 It is often good plan to read dull book while undressing or just before re- tiring Another tried hint is to bathe the face and hands with lavender water.
 III health is, of course, one of the worst enemies to beauty, but if delicate people carefully keep to a plain but nourishing diet, and have plenty of fresh air. and not too much excitement, the fading does not take place nearly so soon as il otherwise would.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
The New Linen Collar

The change that has come about in fas- tening blouses in the front instead of the back has been almost imperceptible, but the change in collars has been made over night.
 Isn't it the irony of fate that no sooner does fashion arrange it that women can have comfort in a blouse that fastens in front, fashion also arranges 1t to twist the collar around and fasten it at the back!
 The comfortable turnover linen collar now meets at the back, fastens in the> or dinary way, except that it's edges must be brought together with hooks and eyes or bar pins. There is no opening in front. and a large bow or jabot or other Kind of ornament is put at the front
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
MORSE TRIAL IS
 ALMOST FINISHED

New York. November 3.-Charles w. Morse and Alfred H. Curtis who are on trial in the United States circuit court charged with conspiracy and violation of the national banking laws, will probably know their fate tomorrow afternoon. The lawyers for the defense today finished the final arguments and tonight United States District Attorney Stimson began his closing argument for the government. Tomorrow morning MT. Stimson will finish his address and Judge Hough will give his charge to the jury. Then it will remain for the verdict of the jury to bring the famous trial to d close.
 MT. Stimson did not spare the two defendants in his speech. He char acterized MT. Curtis as "child-like, over wh elmed with the power of wealth and under the influence of Morse"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Cancer Cured
 In lODays
A Discovery That Has Startled
 the Medical World

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 After you have seen the marvellous results of this treatment, you will be surprised how easily you can cure your self at home without risk or danger.
 I have one of the finest sanitariums in the country for those who wish to come and have my personal attention. However, you can cure yourself just as well at home. Any bank or business firm in Lebanon will tell you we are reliable and successful in curing can cer.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
CORPORATIONS RUSH TO
 REGISTRATION OFFICE

qs Atlanta, November 3.-(Special.)- Secretary of State Philip Cooks little warning to the corporations last Fri day that they had but one more day in which to comply with the law re- quiring their registration in his of- fice resulted in so swamping him with responses that he Is now burn ing midnight oil in the effort to get his books straight.
 He was detained here today, finding it impossible to get away tos go to his home in Lee county and vote. For that matter few of the capitol officials who keep their residences in other parts of the state attempted to vote. All but one or two of them stayed right here in Atlanta, taking it for granted that Georgia's usual demo- cratic majority was assured.
 But Secretary Cook had good ex- cuse. He had about 1000 letters to answer and some important records to get straight which will keep him busy for some days to come.
 The law requires that every corpor- ation doing business in Georgia. wheth- CT created by this or some other state, shall register annually with the sec retary of state, paying therefor fee the first year of !s1 and in subsequent wears 50 cents. This registration must be made by November of each year.
 When October 30 arrived only 700 out of about $500 corporations which have heretofore registered had complied with the law. It seemed small mat ter and the corporation representatives charged with the duty looking after 1t had simply forgotten 1t. Secretary Cook warned them on Friday that Sat urday would be the last chance; that they had better hurry or they would be in danger of a $50 fine which the law provides for refusal or neglect.
 Saturday morning nearly a thous- land representatives of corporations which have offices in Atlanta hustled over to the capitol with their return blanks filled out. Mondays mail
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
ROBBER OF WOMAN
 CAUGHT BY POLICE

New York, November 3-After an ex- citing pursuit in which a passing auto mobile hastily pressed into service played an important part well dressed high wayman, who attacked Mrs. Robert Lis sauer, wife of one of the firm of jew elers, on the street and robbed her of gold chatelaine bag was captured yester- day on a platform of a Third avenue railway car. The robber seized the wom- an from behind as she was walking along Madison avenue. and not succeeding as easily as he had thought he would in wrestling from her a gold chatelaine bag she held. he hit her a terrific blow be- tween the eyes, felling her to the side walk. Her screams attracted the atten- ton of the chauffeur of a passing auto mobile who set out at once in pursuit of the disappearing robber and succeeded with the aid of a policeman picked up en route in capturing the fugitive.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Madame Chaminade's Premier
 Concert

Music lovers will be interested to know of the impression created in Gotham by the celebrated French com poser Madame Cecile Chaminade upon her premier appearance which occurred very recently.
 Of the many criticisms I have read the following is a fair sample.
 The writer says:
 An expert can tell at a glance whether an audience is genuine or not-that is, whether it is made up of deadheads or of people who have paid for their seats When Madame Chaminade made her American debut Carnegie hall was crowded as 1t sell dom is except at Sembrich or Pader- ewski recita1s. And it was a gen uine audience-no doubt whatever of that. Cecile Chaminade is a name as in France. It is said, and one can easily believe it, that of one of her songs more than 100000 copies have been sold. There are two Cham made clubs in Greater New York and many others scattered through risky thing to bring this French woman, the most successful of fem mine composers the world has pro- duced, over for a tour of the United States.
 'Madames programme was made up of v,aix Ha tai n ad eleven pieces for plano, played by the composer and a dozen solo songs. sung by Mile. de St. Andre and MT. Groom, beside duo, In which these two sing CTS united their voices. The pieces were selected as a matter of course by Mime. Chaminade and therefore must be regarded as what she con- siders specimens of her best work. The first piece she played, "Conso- lation," was also one of the best; the music by it's undulating movement sug- gested the gait of graceful wom- an. The next number, "Pastorale." recalled Mendelsshon in his least ere another dainty trifle with ornaments la Liszt. The following caprice Humoristique" also recalled that Hun garian momentarily. but as a whole it was, like the rest, pale, anaemic, without red blood
 It is needless to continue the list. Those pieces and songs were almost as much alike as so many eggs. No one cares to make a whole meal of eggs and the concert soon palled on the palate. Mme. Chaminades music is salon music. It has certain fem mine daintiness and grace but it Is amazingly superficial and wanting in variety. Occasionally a piquant har- mony spices the insipid melody and for this one feels grateful But on the whole this concert confirmed the conviction held by many that while women may some day vote they will never learn to compose anything worth while All of them seem super ficial when they write music, which is strange considering how stirringly emotional and fascinating many of the women writers of fiction have been and still are. The psychological ques tion involved in this difference has never been satisfactorily answered.
 Mme Chaminade is even more super ficial in her playing than in her com positions. Indeed there is more in her music than she or her singers-medi- ocre both--brought out on this oc- casion. If Sembrich had sung and Paderewski played one might have got the impression that some of her music was quite worth while As it was, the "yalse Romantique" came nearest that distinction; it is charming piece and it was daintily played.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Small Vote In Mississippi.

Jackson, Miss, November S.-(Special.) J. There is no doubt that Mississippi has gone democratic but the vote is believed to be the smallest in several presidential years. There was absolutely no interest in the election and the vote of the state will hardly reach 5O,OOo. Not single precinct in this county has reported the result of the balloting unless asked for by telephone. No precinct in the state has given the figures. The fact is there is no place to give them, there being no headquarters here for any party. The chances are that the republican vote is larger than heretofore, many democrats declining to vote for Bryan.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Peace and the U. D. c.

At recent meeting of the North Caro- lima peace congress at Greensboro. Mrs. Lizzie George Henderson, formerly pres fdent general of the Daughters of the Confederacy. spoke under the title, "The Daughters of the Confectionery and Peace" She said she had addressed the heads of the association in all the states asking for expressions on the subject, and without exception they had declared in favor of peace, by arbitration" Mrs. Henderson's speech was filled with earn est appeals to men for peace for womens sake. "I was born glutted with war;" she cried, "and I want no more of it" And she added:
 .'Teach us on this subject that we may teach our sons. That we may instill their very beings with this fact: that no honor which war can confer can equal that of being able to find way to hon. orable peace among all nations. Educate
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Chorus Girl Weeds Widower.

Chicago, November 8.-Miss Mabel Shepherd, a chorus girl, playing in a local theatre, will be married in this city Thursday night to Edward Hunter of New York, formerly social leader and merchant of Memphis, Tenn, the home of Miss Shepherd. Some time ago the first Mrs. Hunter committed suicide, and her husband was so af- fected by her death that he gave up his business in Memphis and has been travelling for New York firm. He met Miss Shepherd while she was playing here and induced her to quit the company and marry him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Serious Auto Accident.

Houston, Tex, November 3.-An auto mobile carrying four hunters turned over owing to the explosion of a tire today near Fairbanks. Walter Miles, the chauf- feur, had leg broken; Ernest Saunders, a professional shot. had his shoulder dis located, and w. T. Hill, night yard man of the Houston and Texas Central rail- road, was slightly injured. Theodore Der ing, Jr was pinned beneath the machine and badly bruised. Although badly in jured himself Miles lifted the machine from Behring unassisted as the other members of the party were unconscious.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Apple Butter

Pare and core apples and cook until soft. Rub through sieve. Measure ana for every cup pulp add three-quarter cup of sugar. Boil steady until it jellies. Stir often, as it catches very easily. You will have to use your own judgment about the water, as some apples are much more juicy than others. Of course the moro water there is in it the, longer it will have to boil before it is done. Do you intend to save the skins and cores or your apples? They make fine jelly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Rusty Steel Buttons

With buttons forming such an import ant matter in the fashion of the day 1t is we'll to know how to keep them in good order For instance, the steel but lon which is so popular often becomes rusty.
 Good results may be obtained by rub ping with emery paper. If. however, the buttons are very rusty, one part or emery powder to two parts of powdered soup should be thoroughly rubbed Tn.
 Whan tbe rust is removed wash thor o,pblv in soapy water, scrubbing with small brush. Dry thoroughly and finally polish with emery paper.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Mrs. Eddy Buys an Auto,

: Boston, November 3.-Mrs. Mary Baker G. Eddy, mother" of the Chris an imported automobile of 90 horse power. A chauffeur from the agency spent several hours giving Secretary Frye lessons in driving. Mrs. Eddy will have her first experience in auto mobiling today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04

brought thousand more registrations from all parts of the state and delin- quent ones are still coming in.
 It is estimated today that only about 500 corporations which registered last year have not yet compiled with the law. Those will probably come strag- gling in this week.
 One of the principal objects which the state has in requiring these regis trations is to keep a complete list of corporations upon each of which Is levied an annual occupation tax rang ing from $5 to $100 according to the amount of capital employed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Japanese Emperor,s Birthday.

New York, November 3.-The formal celebration of the 57th birthday of the Emperor of Japan will be held by Jap anese residents at Carnegie lyceum made by number of prominent Jap anese and several Americans, and the solemn ceremony of unveiling the porr trait of the Emperor will be performed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Dead Man Identified.

Atlanta, November 3.-It developed today that the man whose dead body was found Monday night on the banks of the Chattahoochee river was Charles M. Bradley, an optician, employed by Hardy & Co. of Atlanta. It is said that he had relatives in New Orleans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04

by Mrs. W. D. Hammett on a cut with Mrs. Stringfellow. Miss Marks. Mrs. Whilldin, Mrs. Ufford and Mrs. John Warren.
 The score prize. cut glass violet bowl of graceful design, was won by Mrs. John K. Warren. Mrs. Warren also drew the consolation, a handsome fern
 At euchre a cut glass bonbon dish was won by Mrs. Southgate on cut with Mrs. Charles Enslen. The lone hand prize, a handsome pair of silk hose, was won by Mrs. Woodson. The consolation, A pretty plant, was awarded to Mrs. Frank Gafford.
 One of the loveliest of the small dinner parties of the week was. given by pr. and Mrs. G. M. Lathem in compliment to MT Thomas w. Bowron and Miss Mamie Shelby They entertained at Terrace Court The color scheme, pink and green, was artistically employed in the beautiful floral centerpiece of carnations
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04

and ferns and in the ices and cake as vely~as recurring in the dainty service or other courses. .. oua. Mr. Rowran and Miss Shelby, the guests of honor; MT. and Mrs. Henry Deah' anu MT. and Mrs. D. M. Kilby
 The marriage of Miss Sadie Markham and MT. Rufus Hefiin McLaurine of Pu- Iasli. Tenn. will be celebrated this after noon at o'clock at the home of Mrs Flournoy Rivers Last evening the mem hers of the bridal party were entertained informally at the home of the bride $ narents after the rehearsal. There were no outside guests, those present Including Dr. James Blackburn. Miss Garrett, MT Carter Leslie, MT. Robert McLaurine and Misses Frances and Martha McLaurine of Pulasld. and Miss Bessie Sykes of Ath- ems. Ala: Mrs. Randolph of Atlanta, Miss Minnie Wright of Caera, Mrs. Mary Phe- Ian Watt of Montgomery.
 Mrs. !. B. Raulston has returned after a stay of six months in Europe and later a visit to relatives in Virginia.
 party dining at the Terrace Court cafe this week was composed of MT. and MT. Henry Crawford.
 Among others seen dining at the court were Mir. Will Webster, .Iiss Ware, Dr. Robinson, Miss Jamie Harris. MT. and Mrs Barnes Morgan. MT. and Mrs. Me- Caughren had as their guests MT. Scott
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-04
Posse After a Cowboy.

Fl Paso, November 3.-Jesse Axe, a cowboy, is being hunted on murder charge. As a Santa Fe work train. loaded with Mexicans, was passing Axe lassoed Ramon Aragon. whom he dragged from the train Aragon was killed in the fall, as the train was run ming 20 miles an hour.