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Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
straiaht From the Animal.

A London gentleman, having taken
small farm in the country as being
the correct thing to do. as well as to
get little fresh air, had invited some
Of his friends down to see his new
possession.
having viewed the domain and not,
Ing the absence of creature life about
the place, one of his friends remarked
with nice, open place like this, /
wonder you don't have some animals
about, as Is usual on a farm. Some
cows, for instance. so as to have your
own butter and cream"
Moo" drawled his host, don't care
about butter or cream"
"Some chickens or ducks. then. You
surely like fresh eggsT'
Moo, don't care for eggs. But I've
sometimes thought I'd like a sheep. |
rather like kidneys for breakfast
Liverpool Mercury.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
A Monster Of Ls.rnInn.

The famous Cardinal Mezzofanti
knew an amazing number OF languages
and dialects. Perhaps he is best known
to the modern English reader from the
eulogy to be found In one OF Byron's
memoranda. published by Moore.
.Your literary everyday man and
l." says Byron, "never went well In
company, especially your foreigner,
whom I never could abide. don't re-
member a man among them whom !
ever wished to see twice, except per-
haps Mezzofanti, who is monster of
learning, the Briareus of parts of
speech, a walking polyglot and, more,
who ought to have existed at the time
Of the tower of Babel as universal In
terpreter. He 10 indeed a marvel--un-
assuming also. ! tried him In all the
tongues OF which knew single oath
Tor adJuration to the gods against post
boys, savages, Tartars. boatmen. sail
ors, pilots, gondollers. muIeteers, camel
drivers, vetturini. postmasters, post
horses, post houses. post everything,
and, egad, he astounded me, even to
my English"
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

ROCHESTER,. N. Y. Sept. IA,
Rochester Democrats will give a
glorious reception to William ]. Bry.
an when he arrives here next Wed.
nesday. and the preparations for
honoring the Nebraakan are almost
overshadowiRg the interest In the
democratic state convention. which
opens here Tuesday. An lmposlnS
program has been prepared for Bry-
an day and there will be many
bands and democratic clubs to greet
the party's standard bearer.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
DEFENDERS DAY
Anniversary of Battle Of North Point
Observed.

BALTIMORE, Sept. 12.--oId De-
tenders Day, the anniversary OF the
battle OF North Point In defense OF
baltimore against the British in 1914.
was generally observed in Balti-
more and throughout Maryland to-
day. By proclamation OF the mayor
and governor II is a legal holiday
In the city and state. all banks, ex-
changes and public institutions be-
ing closed. Commercial business
partially suspended and several cele-
brations OF character were held.
A project has been set on foot to
hold an international exposition in
this city in 1914, the centennial Of
the defense Of Baltimore. which
marked the climax OF the war OF
1879 and the birth Of the Star
Spangled Bannger. Preliminary
steps have been taken to put the
plan into effect.
Five thousand British soldiers
1000 sailors and 1000 marines under
General Ross and Admiral Cook
burn. took part in the attack on
Baltimore. Many OF the troops had
been with the Duke of Wellington
In his victories over Napoleon's
armies in Spain and were styled
"Wellington's inyincibles" They
were defeated by the unframed de-
tenders OF baltimore in a desperate
battle on September ~. 1914. Cen
erai Ross and 700 British troops
were killed, while the loss to the
American forces was only 20 killed.
Il was this Victory and the sight
Or "Old Glory" floating over Fort
McI5enry. after the terrific lombard.
ment TO which II was subjected the
following night that Inspired Francis
Scott Key TO compose the American
national anthem. the star spangIed
Banner"
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

A man entered Tenderloin drug
store the other day and asked for a
telephone, says the New York Tribune.
He was evidently from out Of town.
DO pay you first or afterwarig" he
asked the clerk when the instrument
In question was pointed out to him
you call your number and then put
your dime in the SLOT" snapped the
clerk. The stranger was suspicious.
TN that hole thereI" he asked. looking
all around the telephone and lingering
the slot obviously, Yes" II guess
not" said he. turning away, with de.
clsion. Il amt lookin' fer no savln's
bank"
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
The naehsIors. Excuses.

At wedding breakfast the bach
elors were called upon to give their
reasons for remaining single. The fol-
lowing were among the reasons given:
II am like the frog in the fable who,
though he loved the water. would not
jump into the well because he could
not jump out again"
Il am too selfish and honest enough
to admit It."
Il prefer. on the one hand. liberty,
refreshing sleep. the opera. midnight
suppers, quiet seclusion. dreams, CT
Gars, a bank account and club to. on
the other hand. disturbed rest, cold
meat. baby linen. soothing strip. rock
ing horses. bread pudding and empty
pockets"
II have a twin brother, and we have
never had secret from one another.
He Is married"
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
THE RuckBOARp.
hsvsnteA In the Year 1890 by q Penn
sylvania Doctor.

9yN@hla gVgtoFs
Though the name blackboard" Is APP
piled to thousands Of carriages, few
people know how the word came to be
used.
Back around 1920. says the American
Vehicle. in explaining IT, when the
transportation Of goods, wares and
merchandise was almost entirely by
wagon, a DIR. Buck, who for many
years afterward was the military store
keeper at Washington. was in charge
OF military stores en- route to army
posts in the southwest.
In east Tennessee much difficulty
was experienced by reason Of the rough
roads. and there were frequent mis-
haps, mostly from the wagons over
turning.
DR.. Buck overhauled the outfit, and,
abandoning the wagon bodies, long
boards were set directly on the axles
or hung below, and the stores were
loaded in such manner that there
were no further delays from break
downs, and the stores safely reached
their destinations. In special emer-
gency, too, the load could be shifted
or taken or in a hurry.
The idea was probably not new, but
DR.. Bucks example was followed.
especially when roads were rough. and
soon much hauling was done by the
use Of wheels, axles and boards only.
Now we have the blackboard. both In
carriage and automobile forms. con-
forming closely to the original idea.
though few suspect the source of it,
San Francisco Chronicle
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

To see New York city from the Pail
sades is to witness the multiple beau
ty and wonder of the Palisades them
selves. One of the most astonishing
facts concerning these towering
masses of grandeur is that they lie SO
close to the most artificial. man sub
iugated area that civilization has
evolved. writes Philip Verrill Mighels
In Harper's Magazine. To come upon
the Palisades from the rear at night
is like stepping to the edge of the
world, where the slender, dark island
lies low beyond as If it were only
part of space. its countless lights
looking like millions of stars stretched
for miles across the sky. The illu-
sion Is dispelled when the wind flows
up with the tide to the base of the
cliffs and lifts up the full throated
roar Of the substantial city.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
ouIIs and CLAIMS.

The discussion continues between
those who think that all the acts OF
the lower animals are satisfactorily
explained by the hypothesis OF inner
tied instinct and those who hold that
there Is an element Of intelligence. IL
not Of reasoning, in these things. w.
L. Finley, in a work on American
birds, mentions an observation Of his
which may perhaps be explained either
way, but which In any case Is interest
Ing. A gull seized upon a clam and,
rising to a height of about fifteen feet,
allowed 1t to fall upon hard ground.
The clam kept its mouth shut. Again
the gull rose with 1t TO the same height
and dropped 1t once more, with the
same result. This operation was re-
peated fifteen times, when at last the
shock had the desired effect, the shell
was opened. and the gull enjoyed its
dainty contents.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
aaw Aim Ml,h A.r own Eu...

ut is too bad" said Mrs. oldcastle.
shat our curate seems likely TO be q
valetudlnarian all bis life"
"why, he amt. Is heI" replied her
hostess as she toyed with her diamond
studded lorgnette I'm almost sure
seen him eatin' beefsteak at the dinner
In the parish house night before last. .
Chicago Record. Herald.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
WEST VIRGINIA CAMPAIGN
Hattie With mig Guns From other
States.


States.
CHARLESTON. w. Va, Sept IL.
Republicans from all over West
Virginia are thronglng Charleston to-
day. attracted by the opening meet
Ing Of the republican campaign.
Senators. congressman and distln-
guished speakers from other states
will address the crowds, Follow
lng today's Initial meeting. the cam
paign will be carried 10 every part
OF the state, West Virginia Ii this
year looked upon as debatahle
ground. aud both parties win en-
sage In a vigorous contest for the
victory.
Mr.. Bryan's West Virginia address
has cnlhused the democrats. but the
republican leaders assert that dog.
On speeches BY the Nehraskan would
not be sufIicient to overcome Taftis
personal popularity In the state.
Mr. Taft has perslstently refused to
take part In the faetional disputes
Of the West Virginia republicans. aud
this has added TO his popularity
with the rank and file Of the voters.
who are little interested In the quar-
rels Of the party leaders II IL stated
today that complete harmony pre-
walls "a the ranks OF the party and
that the West Virginia republicans
win present solid front 20 "the
enemy" IN the campaign Just open.
ing.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
The Effort Of His Life . Failure

W. s. Gilbert had a novel experience
before he wrote for the stage, when
he was barrister waiting for his first
brief. 1t was long in coming, and
when 1t did come Mr. Gilbert deter
mined, Of course. to make the effort of
his life.
He was intrusted with the prosecu-
ton of an old Irish woman for stealing
a coat, and when he began the speech
that he had prepared and rehearsed SO
carefully, the old dame at once began
to interjeet: ooh. We dlvil. sit down.
Sure, now, he's a lOier yer honorm "Sit
down. We spalpeen!" He's known to
all the perlice, yer honorr' After some
minutes of this abuse Gilbert asked
the recorders Intervention. but that Of.
fetal was too busy laughing. SO the
effort of his life was not a success
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
Closing Prices.
New York stocks.

NEW YORK, Sept. IL The stock
market opened around the previous
close and after a few minutes OF
feyerish trading at slightly lower
prices the general list hardened and
gained steadily throughout the bal
ance of the day. the closing prices
showing net gain from n to over
two dollars share. Reading,
baltimore A. Ohio, Union Pacific and
Southern Pacific. as well as the in
dustrials under the leadership of
". $. steels, American Shelters and
Amalgamated Copper we're the ia
yorites. The closing was strong at
best prices Of day.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
HAD BEEN IN JAIL.
Vet II Did Not Prejudice His Standing
as . Witness.


Vet II Did Not Prejudice His Standing
as = Witness.
An important case was being tried
before the criminal court of the Dis
trict of Columbia. An old negro was
in the witness box. The district attor
ney commenced:
what IL your manner"
John Williams, sab"
Are you the John williams who was
sent to the Albany penitentiary for
larcenyT
mo, sah-not this John"
Are you the John Williams who was
convicted of arson and sent to the Bal
timore penitentiary
mo, sah."
Have you ever been in any peniten-
tiary?"
Eyes. sab"
All eyes were now turned upon the
witness. The district attorney smiled
complacently and resumed:
How many times have you been liz
the penltentlary
Twice, sab"
"Where?'
"In Baltimore, sab"
"How long were you there the first
timer"
"About two hours, sab"
"How long the second time" asked
the attorney. rather crestfallen.
IAN hour, sah went there to
whitewash cell that was wanted for
a lawyer who had robbed his client"
The attorney sat down amid the
laughter of the spectators.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
CAMPAIGN Lively
Spirited Contests Mark Republican
Precinct Cancuses.


WALLACE. Idaho. Sept. i2.-Last
night the republicans of Wallace. the
city comprising two voting precincts.
met IN the probate courtroom and
the county attorneys room at the
court house and nominated delegates
70 the county convention, IN Kellogg
Monday, Interest was more marked
than on the occasion of any caucus
OF the year. due 10 the fact that
q lively contest over nominations for
county officers to be made in the
convention. Is on.
So for no bitterness In the cam
paign has developed. and while there
II more than one candidate for each
Office. the rivalry has been as friend
" as spirited. The only contests
IN the convention viii be on the Of
ices Of sheriff and county attorney
For the former. Angus sutherland,
who once filled the position. aud
Charles McKlnnls win contest and
for the latter Representative A. G.
Conner and James a. Wayne are
candidates. At the county conven-
ton the reapportlonment OF the city
Of Wallace into four precincts In
stead OF two will be made. Regis
tration offices have been opened In
the territory included in the new
precincts, In which voters viii cast
ballots for the tirst time at the COM
Ing general election.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

To think that Jules Verne died only
a couple o. years ago and hers Is the
United States army asking for $1,000.
600 to expend In military airshlpai
A great deal Of vsrns's romanclng has
turned out to BE- pointers for prOsale
fact.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
THE MARKETS
lFurnlahed By .seara Z Goodwin. }

tfurniBhed by Sears A. Goodwin
CHICAGO. Ill. Sept. I2.-whea,
opened shade higher than yesteE-
days 1nal figures but was a dull
market during the greater part OF
the session, toward the close the
market showed signs OF activity, clos
ing about a half cent higher than
previous close. Minneapolis reported
a good demand for -four for foreign
account Cash wheat was in good
demand.
Corn was inclined to sag, due prin-
cipally to better weather over the
corn belt. Oats were dull and un-
changed. The provision market was
strong. hogs closing 8 to 10 cents
higher. The run OF hogs at United
States Stock Yards being light.
Closing Prices.
Wheat May, S1.O1A&&; Dscem-
Der. csc.
corn-May, 07Kc; December,
90 nc.
May. 52%0he; Dccem-
Der, 5OKe.
Pork November, si5o7 Janp-
airy, $500.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

Father (to little son returning from
horseback ridel--Got fall. did youP
Well hope you didn't cry like baby
Son--NO. dad, l didn't cry. Just said
one word-the same a. you'd have said
Punch.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
JOKE IL ON THE JOKER
Speaker Cannon Says He Did Not
Mean It,

Mean Il.
DANVILLE. ILL.,. Sept. 10. Speak
or Cannon today said that he was
only Joking when he stated that Bry-
an had made millions OF dollars
through his manipulation of politics.
and expressed surprise taht he should
be taken seriously with relation to
the matter. II do not know how
much money Bryan has. said Cam
non," and | do not care; possess
a modest competency. The present
estimate OF Cannon's fortune Is
placed at from one to Ave million
dollars.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

Butter wrappers printed at this
oaiee on the right kind OF paper
with the right grade OF Ink. to CON.
ply with the pure food law OF idaho.
AZ s2.6o for 1900. The Press Pub
liahing Co.. the Print shop by the
lake.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

''slnce FOOllght Inherited fortune
~ Is a paradox
~What's the answerT'
-He = both the richest and poorest
actor % the stage"
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

The arbitration treaty with Japan
respects the dignity of the slgnatory
powers. But the little Jap's touchiesr
point is his dignity.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

BURNED ny GAS EXPLOSION
Employees Of Adding Machine Com.
pang Are Victims.

pAng Are Victims.
CHICAGO, Sept. Miss Eta
Cakes, 30 years of age, and George
Frost. 10 years Of age. were fatally
burned, and Ave other persons seri-
ously injured from gas explosion
In the Offices OF the Wall Adding
Machine company this morning. The
explosion occurred In the vault of
the company where II had collected
during the night, and when a match
was struck In II by clerk In the
seaeh OF some document terrific
explosion followed with the above
results, The Office OF the eompanl
was completely wrecked.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

Mr.. Howe - suppose you have
studied all the authorities on social and
economic questlORsg Mr.. wlse-Not
quite all. My daughters graduation Is.
say Il not out yet.--Llfe.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

me kaiser threatens to put a tar On
bachelors, and there h time Jet tSE
the leap year girls to propose
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

Today's news today II YOU read
the Evening Press.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

Today's news today II you read
the Evening Press.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEME1
MISCELLANEOUS.

FOR RENTING room furnished ho.4
tine winter. 500 Second street
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

Today's news today.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR RENT Furnished rooms. Ino1.
6f8 Fourth street.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

household furniture. Apply at room !, en-
block.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

WAEIED--tO buy good COW. Inquire n
4. Dillon, Yoelker's Grocery.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

AYED-TYo year old solid bay colt {
black points. Return to T. G. Kaesemeyer
reward.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

WANTED by reliable and careful teuauil
or room house, Must be warm and IN !
condition. Address Z. o. box 402
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

wANTED-Girl for general housework III
Sixth street
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FURNISHED ROOMS With or win.
board, Room and board $500 per week N
Lakeside Ave.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR sALE-30 yd carpet, also one oak N
table. CAL after p. m, 11s3 Fourth street
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR SALE--5 room house and lot Al
gain. Inquire at 953 n. Fifth street.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR RENT -Four room house On WalI
next 10 parsonage. Inquire at 5I4 Garden
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR SAIL Five thousand burlap 4.
Occur d'Alene Second Hand Store, 51I shes,
street. Interstate phone 212
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

WANTED-a lady cook al the Occur d,Ay
hospital. Inquire Of Drs, Hunter Il Dorlr
Both phones, No Al
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

Heights. Water. 1890 per month. Il.
d and Virginia.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR REHT--FurniAhe room N -
house, with or without use OF Kitchen for ~.
two ladies or gentlemen. I6 Press office.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR sALE-New Fox typewriter 4
Press office.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOR SALE-Two acres sub-irrigated AZ
sprlngwater. Price $3.50, terms. J. vi. Chees
city. Bell phone 65 red rings.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

FOX SALE Ouseboat OF three rooms ~
and completely furnished, at a balgain. n
2s-fOot launch, one Of the finest on The
viii consider part in trade. Address boz y
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

WAITED To rent a piano. No cbIlAa
Inquire j. H. Press office.
Coeur d'Alene evening press. (Coeur d'Alene, Idaho) 1907-1929, 1908-09-12

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The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-04-13

conducted, her you have to use a mag
nifying glass, and wen then you are
unable to find one legitimate flaw. IT
is a healthy game and gives the real
kind of vigor to the players. 1t amuses
the spectators, and after 2 game the
crowd and the players go to their
homes and regale the rest of their
household with stories of asst playing.
Sunday ball playing keeps the youths
from the gin mills. Ball players are the
protectors of the weak and they are
always manly. If you take away this
out-of-door sport from the young Amer
lean you are going to make drones of
u young men.
Tendency of the Times.
Just now, all over the country, there
seems TO be a general feeling among
a certain class of men and women to
curtail all clean sports. These same
people never are heard to raise their
voices against the silk stocking ele-
ment," who have their clubrooms to
go to IN Sunday, where they car play
their whist and their poker and their
chess and their bridge games. Not a
word against these law-breakers. But
il is the poor mill hand who must give
up his sports on Sunday, because II
their feelings are hurt the collection
boxes are not much damaged by them.
1t is the silk stocking element that
is feared by half of these so-called
Sunday preservers. II is rot and down
right tommy-rot.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-04-13
CASEY PURCHASES
MIKE ONE|L FOR
MONTREAL TEAM
Also Has First Chance for Ar
thur Brown, Former New
ark First Sacker.

EASTON, Pa, April 13.-Manager
Casey has closed the deal with Cincin-
natl for Mike O'Neil, a star outfielder,
and the purchase price has been high
enough to let Hermann send O'Neil to
Montreal instead of to Newark.
0Neil had been a hard hitter last
year and viii give a good o of
himself with Montreal. He needs no
working out, as he has put himself in
tip top shape already his. spring, when
the Reds were down South. He will
join Montreal team at Holyoke, Mass.
DR.. Casey will go to New York on
Tuesday to look for a first baseman.
If he does not succeed in landing one
then and there, he will no doubt close
the deal for Brown. of st. Louis.
Casey has first chance on Brown now.
If he is landed Montreal will have a
first-class infiald with Brown at first,
Corcoran second, Louden short and
Casey third. Fox, a catcher, is to re-
port here on Tuesday. Goldstein has
been told not to come on.