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The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17
How Disease Starts.

Nine times out of ten chronic diseas-
es like rheumatism, kidney trouble,
heart disease, skin disease, ETC., start
with disorder of the stomach or bow
els. To cure constipation, liver trou-
BILE, indigestion, sour stomach, heart
burn, etc., take DR.. Caldwell's Syrup
Pepsin, which cures and prevents these
diseases.
1t is absolutely guaranteed to do
what we claim, and if You want to try
it before buying, send your address fol
free sample bottle to Pepsin Syrup
Co, Ii9 Caldwell Bldg, Monticello,
Ill. 1t is sold by ell druggists at SOC
and 81 q bottle.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17
Mesdames Cnrry and Eyersole.

1t is hard to find O remedy suited to
the ills of children, yet Mrs. Curry, Of
Trowbridge, Ill, and Mrs. Eversole, Of
Hindsboro, ILL.,, claim to have found it
and they are naturally anxious to let
the rest of the world know. They say
this remedy is DR.. CaldWellC Syrup
Pepsin, the great laxative, tonic and
regulator. 1t is one OF the few rene
dies useful to children that does not
contain narcotics.
1t twill do all that is claimed, and il
you want to try it before buying, send
your address for free sample bottle to
Pepsin Syrup Co., 119 Caldwell Bldg,
Monticello, Ill. 1t is sold by all drug
gists at SOC and 81 bottle.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

A country woman, residing near the
town of Sligo, thinking her husband
was rather late in coming home on Sat-
urday night with his pay, went to the
police station to inquire il he was there.
sis Pat inp" she asked. mo, replied
the constable; "but sit down; we're ex-
pecting him every minute. London
Opinion.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Teacher Gin Sunday school class J.
Who can tell me anything about Abra-
ham?
First Small Boy-Used to know, but
can't remember now.
Teacher-Perhaps some one can tell
me the name of Abraham's wife.
Second Small Boy (promptly)-Mis'
Lincoln. Life.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

"Say, Mike, "queried Flooding Pete,
who was looking at the piece Of Sun
day.school paper that had come with q
hand-out, "wot does it mean bout bein'
between de devil an de deep seaH"
"It's de same as bein' told t. take yer
choice between goin' t. work an takin'
BATH, explained Meandering Mike
Chicago Daily News.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Good gracious, old mani" exclaimed
Ascum, what sort of suit is thst?"
''This," replied Dingley, who was at
tired in a combination of football, golf
and riding clothes, sis what you might
call suit for damages. I'm going to
ask old Roxey for his daughter. Phil.
adelphia Press.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Teacher-And what do you suppose
all the animals did during those forty
days in the ark?
"Smarty" Williams-They just loaf
ed around aud scratched themselves.
"Sandy"Toole( disdainfully)- Chuck
it, Smartyl What'd they scratch for,
when there was only two feas?-Ex.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17
They Take the Kinks Ont,

81 have used DR.. Kings New Life
Pills for many years, with increasing
satisfaction. They take the kinks ont
of stomach, liver and bowels without
fuss or friction" says N. H. Brown. of
Pittsfeld, Vt. Guaranteed satisfactory
at Il. @. Miller's drug store. goo.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

"Barney's wooden leg has been pain
ing him of late, )" said Scholes to his
wife. "How can that be?" said Mrs.
Scholes iritably. "Mrs. Barney has
been thrashing him with il" was the
explanation. Judges Library.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Jimmie, your face is dirty again
this morning." exclaimed the teacher.
"What would you say il / came to
school every day with q dirty face?"
"Huh!" grunted Jimmie; "I'd be too
periite to say anything. THE Circle.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17
A Sure. Enough KnOCker.

J. G. Goodwin, of Reidsville, N. G /,
says: "Bucklen's Arnica SalVe is a sure
enough knocker for ulcers. A bad one
came on my leg last summer, but that
wonderful salve knocked it out in few
rounds. Not even a scar remained. "
Guaranteed for piles, sores, burns, etc.
csc. at II. @. MilIer's drug store.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Among the Oldest personals ever
inserted in the society column was
one that appeared in paper published
in an Iowa town. 1t read as follows:
"Mrs. Coulter, being confined to her
bed by illness, will not be at home next
Thursday as usual. y HarpersW Weekly.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

what's all this clamor?" asked the
traveller approaching Manhattan. THAT
sub, replied the porter, "is the people
of New York braggin' that they have
abated useless noises, sub. "-Philadel-
phia Ledger.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

The calcium was out Of order. 81
can't do my best without glare, aver
red the star. 81 can fix that, respond
ed the impresario. "I'll station one OF
the other prima donnas in the wings. "
Washington Herald.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Tourist-Looks like pretty good soil
around here. What crops do farmers
grow in this sectionP
Native-That all depends, stranger.
Tourist-Depends on what?
Native-On what sort NV seed they
puts in an the weather-Chicago News.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

In Cheyenne the other day woman
asked her husband If Bryan's daughter
Grace was debutante. II have never
heard what church the organs belong
to, he replied. Denver Press.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Don't be afraid to give Chamb erlain's
Cough Remedy to your children. 1t
contains no opium or other harmful
drug, It always cures. For sale by
Fl. G. Miller.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

"He didn't care to write her when he
wanted her to arrange for a secret mar.
riage, so he sent her running vine"
"What did she do?" Sent him can
teloupe. baltimore American.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Itching, bleeding, protruding or blind
piles yield to Doan's Ointment. Chron-
10 cases soon relieved, finally cured.
Druggists all sell it.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Dyspepsia is Americas curse. Bur
dock Blood BitterS conquers dyspepsia
every time. 1t drives out impurities,
tones the stomach, restores perfect dl.
gestion, normal weight, good health.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Doan's Regulets cure constipation
without gripping, nausea, nor any weak
ening effect. Ask your druggist for
them. 25 cents per box.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

"What ia your husbands income?"
"Twice day-6 p. m. and 2 q. IN. -
Puck.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Leaves are falling. Babies don't fall
away while taking DR.. Fahrney's Teeth
ing Syrup. 1t makes sap-blood. $50
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17
For a Sprained Ankle.

A sprained ankle may be cured in
about one-third the time usually re-
quired, by applying Cham berlain's
Liniment freely and giving it absolute
rest. For sale by H. G. Miller.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

For any pain, from top to toe, from
any cause, apply DR.. Thomas Eclectric
oil. Pain can't stay where It Is used.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Watch babies bowels till the frosts
come. DIR. Fahrney's Teething Syrup
keeps them in good shape. Sample free.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Finnegan-An' was you tn best mon
at Muldoon's wedding, Casey?
Casey with both eyes backed Nav;
1 only fought was. --Lippincott's.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1908-09-17

Jones-Is that cheese good?
Shopkeeper-G Why, it's unap-
proachable. Philadelphia Inquirer.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
About a Fraternity Pin.

Dear Miss doom
I AM a young girl of % years n
have been wearing a young mans fra
ternity pin for a month. Having had
q solitaire ring given to me by my
father a rumor has been going around
that am engaged, [ knew nothing
about a fraternity pin meaning en-
gagement or l would never have taken
it from the young man. l am afraid l
will insult him If / give 1t back. What
am I to do? X. X.
It ought to be easy for o to return
the pin without offending the young
man. If it is his fraternity pin it is
more than likely that he never intended
that you should keep 1t. 1t is hardly
likely that he attaches any signif-
canoe to your wearing it If he has
never said anything to make you think
so. Tell him that you are afraid you
will lose 1t If you continue to wear it.
Just use a little tact and you will be
able to return it without hurting his
feelings.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25

Linen skirts are very smart for
dainty wear and these certainly cannot
visit the laundry. One is made In a
long circular pattern with a little full
ness concealed at the back under an
inverted plat. 1t closes at one side OF
the front and is cut off at the knee
line, sloping gradually to the back.
This outline is trimmed with line white
embroidery. The hounced portion be
meath is severely plain with cores, dis
playing tailored bands, though a scant
rufie of embroidery follows the side
seam where the dress closes with three
large pearl buttons.
Mourning costumes can be made In
all the latest fashions, but 1t is not
considered good taste to ave them
very deliberately trimmed. There are
so many soft materials in dull black
thai the latest models can be copied.
Crepe cloth. vigogne, henrietta. serge,
voile. nin,e-veiliuR. etc.. are all In the
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
SYNOPSIS,

Mrs. Agatha Webb. the most beloved woman
in Sutherlandtown is mysteriously murdered
in her home. She was very wealthy and had
much money In the house. Her husband.
Philemon Webb. was eccentric and was sus-
pected by some. News of the murder broke
up the ball In Mr.. Sutherland's home, and
he and tho beautiful Miss Page. who was In his
employ, start for the Webb house. A search
fer his son, Frederick, whom he had not been
able to control, was futile. Batsy. the cook
also is slain. Mr.. Sutherland finds a smear Of
blood on Webb's sleeve. and Webb slumberinB
In his chair. Miss Page forces her way into
the death chamber. Webb awakens. but does
not sense the situation and the fact of his
wife's death. The coroner arrives, and noting
Miss Pages odd demeanor, remarks that she
must be crazy. At this point Frederick
Sutherland returns and announces to his father
that he would like to marry Miss Page. The
elder Sutherland makes this impossible. and the
son tells her SO. Marry me-" she gives as her
ultimatum, ''or | Will proclaim you to be the
murderer of Agatha Webb. She gives him a
week for hds decision. and In the meantime is
asked to remain In town, pending the inquest.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
Il NEWS OF WOMEN FOR WOMEN AND THE HOME *
Hoqu to Make
the Home More
AttractfUe
Use for CoIored TinfoiI.

Colored tinfoils in every imaginable
color are used for making more attrac-
tive the little articles made with cigar
bands. Red foil in checked effect is
pretty, while dark blue and yellow
looks artistic. The fad seems to be
growing more interesting from day to
day and cigar bands are becoming more
artistic in appearance. certainly a very
clever idea for advertisement purposes,
since the bands are put to so many
uses for fancy work. In working with
the foil, cut pieces just large enough
to fill in a space between certain bands,
gum the edges carefully and try to
have the quare placed to produce a
diamond-shaped effect when the ash
tray or ~pin-holder is covered. One
must be careful in arranging the bands,
cutting each one with smooth edges, or
the work will not be artistic when
completed.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
The Infinite Value of Sleep.

You women who are beWailing the
rundown condition of your nervous
systems, do you know your trouble and
your misery is of your own making?
You may scott at the idea. and de-
clare that it is impossible for you to be
responsible for your i'll health. Just as
If 1 would not help myself if | could."
most women will say. when YOU tell
them 1t is in their power to cure them
selves.
Thu whole trouble lies in the fact that
the average woman does not know how
to save herself from the Strain that is
sure to follow our mode of
living, She either does not know how
to rest or will not allow herself the lux
ury of an occasional relaxation from the
cares and worries of her daily life.
This is especially true of BUSINESS
women, for it is generally conceded that
the woman in the office and shop loses
her freshness and good look long before
her domesticated sister, simply because
she will not learn 70 rest. OF course,
there are exceptional cases. and cases
where the order of things are reversed,
but, generally speab ing, the busy busl-
ness woman shows ahe wage OF time
and the wear and tear of the strain
sooner than any other class.
A half day in bed occasionally is excel
lent medicine for the business woman
Novel reading in moderation is not to
be despised as q rest remedy, While
sound, refreshing slumber at night is
natures method of nerve repair. Nine
hours sleep every night is a sound
principle to go upon. and the mentally
active woman who takes q lot out or
herself requires at least that amount.
The man or the woman who sleeps
enough will do better work ana keep
Younger ard healthier for 1T. Hard
work and severe nervous strain are
only harmful when continued over a
long period with insufficient rest ana
sleep at the same time.
Sleep is the best aad cheapest medi-
cine, and 1t is within the reach of
~erybo We require as much sleep
as we can procure. We may work at
high pressure if we sleep enough, but
if we overwork and undersleep, irrita-
bility, insomnia and neurasthenia are
almost certainly in store. one OF the
prime causes of ill-health among men
and women who have to work with
their brains is neglect of sleep. Inc
woman who c~urtails her sleep begins to
worry.
Insufficient sleep. in the first instance,
is n common cause Of Rest
and sleep are the only rational cures
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
NEWS FOR SHOPPERS

WOOD and willow swing seats for use
on the veranda and the lawn are shown
in great variety at Hahn & Co.'S.
A fine line of Mexican and plated
hammocks will be found at L. Bam-
berger & Co.'S.
Beautifully embroidered Mandarin
belts are among the desirable summer
accessories on sale at l.. S. Plaut &
Co.'S.
Corset covers, nice n full, prettily
trimmec with lace and beading and
run with wash ribbon. are sold cheaply
at w. V. Snyder & Co.'S.
At the David Straus store will be
found all of the latest novelties in sum-
mer neckwear and belts. There Is a
wide selection.
A pretty empire coat of natural
pongee trimmed with pipings of green
silk and large green buttons, vas seen
at the Georke Company's.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25

EtfN
such company. but | have something to
tell you which may be of use, sirs.
though it isn't any great thing, either"
Something about the murder which
has taken place." asked the coroner
in a milder tone.
The murderi Oh. I wouldn't pre- ~
sumo to say anything about the MUIR,
der! I'm not the man to stir up any
such subject as that. It's about the -
money-or some money-more money. +
than usually falls into my till. lit
was rather queer, sirs, and I have felt Z
the hutter of it all day. .Ef
What money New money? Crisp,
fresh bills, Lotion? eagerly questioned
Mr.. Fenton.
Lotion. who was the keeper Of a
small confectionery and bakery store
on one of the side streets leading up,
the hill, shifted u~neasily between his
two interrogators and finally addressedff1
himself to the coroner: M
ut was new money. / thought 1t 4
felt so at night, but was sure of 1t my
the morning. A brand new bill, sipRsa
a-but that isn't the cueerest part L
was asleep. sir. and dreaming of my
counting days. for l asked Sally at thesls
circus. sirs. and the band playing on III
the hill made me think of it when |
was suddenly shook awake by Sally"
herself, who says she hadn't slept ana
for listening to the music and
wishing she was a girl agin. There's
a man at the shop door, cries she.
"'What is it?' l cried. Who's there.
what do o want?' s'si
"a trembling voice answered me.
me in it said. I want to buy
something to eat, For Gods SAX opena
the door, 50
II don't know why I obeyed, for it
was late and l did not know the voice,
but something in the impatient rafting
of the door which accompanied the
words affected me in spite of myself,
and / slowly opened my shop to this y
midnight customer. 80
"sYou must be hungry l began. But
the person, who had crowded in as soon
as the opening was large enough,
wouldn't let me finish.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
PRETTY CARRYING q

The newest of the summer handbags
are of white flet net over white pique.
One of these smart little affairs can
easily be made at home if the brass or
nickel clasp is bought.
The bag proper is of pique, with a
covering of the net over white linen.
The net is of rather fine square mesh
flet, braided on both sides with an all
over design of soutache braid.
The handles are of a heavier braid
and are attached TO thee ends of the net
on each corner. This makes a loose
flap on each side of the bag. the clasp
81 which is slightly below the embroid-
erad coverfnR
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
THIS Nj BLOUSES.

When separate white blouses are not
wholly of embroidery they are lavlshly
trimmed with 1t. II may be said, in
passing, that never was the shirtwaist
more extensively worm. and despite
fashions frown against what Is termed
a makeshift for it, 1t is practically
Indispensable to any wordrobe. Among
the simpler models are many of fine
batiste or lawn, with embroidery
turned-over collar, cuffs and frill.
Others button up the front through a
wide box plat of embroidery and a
third type Is quite plain save for a
mall plat over either shoulder 70 hide
arm aiza scam
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES


IDENTIFY met her death2 Had a stranger
struck her Agatha Webb would have
struggled. There Is no sign of strug-
gle in the ROOM 500.
She would have struggled againsts1
Philemon had she had strength to
struggle. l think she was asleep when
she was struck -
"Ah, and was not standing by the
table! How about the blood there,as
them"
Shook from the murderer's fingers
in fright or disgust
There was no blood on Philemon'sss'
fingers. No. He wiped them on his
sleeve"
If he was the one to use the dagger
against her, where is the dagger?'
Should we not be able to find it some-
where about the premises?"
He may have buried 1t outside.
Crazy men are systematically cum
Ming
when you can produce 1t from any n.
place inside that board fence, I will
consider you theory. At present Tss
limit my suspicious of Philemon to the 81
half unconscious attentions which a..
man of disordered intellect might give
a wife bleeding and dying under hissnq
eyes. My idea on the subject Is
would you be SO kind as not to give "
utterance to your IDEAS until I havesdf
been able to form some for myself?" in
%terrupted a voice from the doorway.
AS this voice was unexpected, they allfJt1
turned. A small man with sleek, dark
hair and expressionless features stood
before them. Behind him was Abef, I +
carrying a handbag and umbrella. 4r
THE detective from Boston," an
,,a,,paal thu InftDp - rnrnnar Ta1hatTH
rose. an
for YOU"
The man failed to look interested. va
you are in good Time" he remarked.
But then his countenance was not one
to show emotion.
MY name is Knapp" said he. II
nave had my supper and am ready TO
60 to work. l have read the newspa-
pers. All I want now are any addi.ss
tional facts that have come to light.
since the telegraphic dispatches were
| sent to Boston, ~
"Show me your credentials" said the, !.
coroner. He did so. "They seem all
right, and you should be a man whoAA
understands his business. Go alone, If an
you prefer, out bring your conclusions
here. They may need some correct al
ing" saa
II wish we had shown more grit and
tried to handl this thing ourselves, "sD
observed Mr.. Fenton. 81 cannot bear,
to think of that cold. bloodless creature
lowering over our beloved Agatha"
ooh, this fellow ma a skill. But :
he is so unpleasant. I hate to deal with
folks of such fishlike characteristics. = Z
But who is this? he asked. as a gentle q
tap was heard on the door. why, It's
Lotion. What can he want here?"
The man whose presence IN the door
way had called out his exclamation
started at the sound of the doctors
heavy voice and came very hesitatingly
forward. He was of a weak. irritable
type and seemed to be in q state off,
great excitement.
II beg pardon" safd he, TOR show
ing myself. 1 don't like to intrude into i &
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
A Series of Questions.


Dear Madame:
l. read your advice to others every
night, so | would ask you to answer
a few questions. First, please let me
know what effect buttermilk has on the
skin. and If one would use 1t as a wash
for the face, should 1t be left on or
washed off after awhile. Also, / saw
one night hat you said that straw
berry vinegar was very good for the
skin. | would like to know how it
should be used. Third, | would like
also to know if fresh cucumber juice
has my value as a wash for the
face. BETTY.
Buttermilk is said to be a very good
tonic for the skin. 1t is often used
as a bleach and a preventive against
freckles and %sunburn. 1t should be APP
piled after the face has been washed,
and the buttermilk allowed to dry on.
In the morning it should be washed off
with lukewarm water. The stra wberry
vinegar is to keep the skin firm and
fresh and should be applied to the face
with a bit of soft linen or a silk
sponge. Cucumber juice will have
much the same effect as the buttermilk.
1t will keep the skin soft and white.
The cream you speak of Is a very good
one, and if you must massage, I would
advise you to continue it's use. Use
less of it at a time during the hot
Weathe..
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-07-25
Hairdressing for a Miss.
Dear Madame Alta:

Dear Madame Alta:
| am a young girl of Is and would like
to know how to arrange my hair pref
tily. l do not care for the coronet fash
ion, with the bows on each side, as | am
very tall and wear my dresses. to my
ankles. My hair is long and straight.
E. ". r.
A style which I should think would
be becoming to you is to part the hair
slightly to one side, and ALLOW it roll in
soft puffs over the ears, well out to the
temples. Braid it. in one braid, and
turn 1t under at the ends or arrange
the braid in a knot or figure eight at
the back of the neck Two rosette bows
just below the ears would add to this
style and should be becoming to you II
you are tall.