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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

night attire early on a recent morn
ing near Wellington. Shropshire. A
blanket. pair OF slippers. eyeglasses
and skirt were found beside her.
while she clasped a shilling in her
hand.
She remembers absolutely nothing
OF how she came TO be where she was
found. She seemed in good health
on the previous night. but was gone
from her home when the maid went
to call her in the morning. 1t appears
that she walked no fewer than three
miles while fast asleep.
How she got out OF the house is a
mystery. as the door was found locked
In the morning. Miss Parker was
very short-sighted. yet must. in her
sleep. have climbed a wall which she
would have found difficulty to scale
in the day time and in possession OF
every faculty. Her mind is a com
plete blank for the entire night.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
THINK.

When the clouds OF gloom are blacklist,
And the skies are dark as ink:
Get away from things distracting,
Quit the sham. the useless acting.
Draw away from all the hustle.
All the turmoil and the hustle.
Go somewhere alone. and think.
When you're facing problems mighty
And you stand upon the brink:
Steal an hour from the battle.
Leave It's glamour. quit its rattle,
Draw away from all the hurry,
From the men and man-made worry.
And alone in silence. think.
All. the mighty men. who conquer.
And the men whose words we drink.
Are the men who quit the jangle,
Quit the turmoil and the wrangle
OF the world. and turn their faces
TO secluded. silent places.
Where In solitude they think.
Detroit Free Press.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

love ye ten times more fer all this. an
ez fer bein' nobody, we're a blessed
angel to us fer bringin the news We
hev." And then be kissed her. while
Aunt Mandy wiped her eyes on her
spron
The shower. violent for a moment.
was soon over; for as Chip raised her
wet eyes. a sunshiny smile illumined
Uncle Jud's face.
IF Cyrus is alive" he said, "as ye
callate. III thank God till l set eyes
on him. and then I think I'll lick him
fer not huntin' me up all these years.
But mebbe he found Abby was mar
ried n didn't want to-" interposed
Aunt Mandy. we mustn't Judge him
yet"
no. won't judge him" asserted
Uncle Jud; "Ill jest Gun him, good n
hard. an let it so at that
'Ez fer you, grille. an Jest to set yer
mind at rest, we found out what your
right name was and where We run
away from last fall. but never let on TO
nobody. Twas your business and no
body else's. an made no difference in
our ieelin's. ez ye must see. an now
III tell We how I found out
Il was down TO the Corners one day
arter We went 20 Christmas Cove. n
a feller-nice-lookin' feller. too. with
honest brown eyes-was askin' II any
body had seen or heard o. a runaway
girl by the name o. Mcclure Said
she'd run away from Greenvale-
That's bout a hundred miles from
here he said-an' he was huntin' for
her. Nobody at the Corners knew
about ye n I kept still. believin' ye
had reason fer not wsntin' to be found
out"
And now another ude-the thrill OF
love-surged In Chips heart and her
face became glorified.
And so the clouds rolled away. That
night Chip wrote a brief but curious
letter, so odd. in fact. II must be
quoted verbatim:
Mt Martin Frisbie:
Please send word az once 20 Mr.. Cyrus
walker that his brother Judson. who
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Useful Qualities Of Alum.

Alum should never be absent from
any household. 1t has very good
eject II applied 20 bleeding wounds,
as II checks the loss OF blood. Boiled
in milk in small quantities Il is good
for toothsche. II must he held in the
mouth. not swallowed For bleeding
OF the mouth or tongue wash in cold
water in which alum has been dis
solved is very effective.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

There is a perpetual frost IN the
pockets o: some rich people. as soon
as they put their hands into them.
they are frozen so they cannot draw
out their purses. Had I my way. I
would hang all misers; but reversing
the common mode. / would hang them
up by the heels. that their money
might run out OF their pockets-Row-
land Hill.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Weuld.Re suicide. Nsrxn-

Baraboo. Wis.-Because his newly.
purchased revolver failed to kill him
when he attempted suicide, Nathan
Wood returned it TO the store and de-
manded his money back in accord.
ance with an agreement made when
he bought the weapon that 1t would
work right" or the cash would be re-
funded.
Wood succeeded In inhicting only
a flesh wound on himself. He got his
money back.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Locust Grove In PennsxIvanla.

Lemon Shirk OF Oregon. Lancaster
county. has planted locust grove
containing 5000 trees on one OF his
farms near that place. The great de-
mand for this wood for fence and 9th
er purposes and its scarcity are the
principal reasons for starting the
grove. About IS acres OF ground are
covered with the trees.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
BloaraphIeH.

Biographies are great. but. espe
cially Of good men. are most instruc-
tive and useful as helps. guides and
incentives to others. Some OF the best
are almost equivalent 10 gospels
teaching high living. high thinking
and energetic actions for their own
and the worlds good.-Samuel Smiles.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
The Oldest CITY

The oldest historical mention OF Je-
rusalem is in the Tel elAmarna tab
lets, about 400 b. c.. while Damascus
is mentioned in Gen. 1915. as exist
Ing 1918 b. c.. and appears even
then 70 have been a place OF con
siderable note. Beyond doubt.
the romantic Syrian city is the Oldest
place on earth with a continuous his
tory.-New York American.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Avoid Either Ertrems.

n is quite as snobbish 20 parade
ones shortcomings In the way OF fam
ily OF wealth as II is 20 boast OF ones
ancestors or family possessions. The
average person is not Interested. ex-
cept as q matter OF curiosity. In the
recital OF family affairs. and Il Is al
ways best 10 keep them 10 yourself
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Cow Holsted Into clrls, po,r,i,orv

Philadelphia-Four athletes were
dropped from the roll OF Swarthmore
college for pranks not approved by
the faculty. One OF them. Left Guard
Smith OF the football team. was cred
tied with having assisted in hosting
a COW up two flights OF stairs into the
girls dormitory.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Uncle Eben's In.InuatIon.

Il doesn't accuse none o. my neigh
bors O. bein' dishonest" said Uncle
Eben: but I will say dat a heap of
'em looks on a lection ticket pretty
much de same as II IL was a meal
ticket"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

One day young matron to the mar
ket place did go. where she bought an
oyster plant then set IL out TO grow.
Said she: Next winter Wen have
oysters, fresh oysters every day. and
what a saving il will be. with not a
cent 70 pay. Oh. but hubby should
be thankful II was his lot In life 10
get such a saving woman for his own
little wife"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Vnrlou, snsels. Of Mammals.

NaENoAt OPcCtcN of NlaUfnalA-
About $500 different kinds OF AMI
mails are known on earth-that is.
warm-blooded. milk giving creatures.
Ike our common domestic animals.
To avoid confusion with other erea-
lures. one ought 20 call them nam
mails. meaning milk giving animals.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Perpetual Bloom.

What the carnation. even more than
the rose. has done 20 increase the zest
OF gardening. is 10 disprove the old
theory that flowers are things to be
enjoyed for a few weeks in the sum
mer. Carnations now bloom all the
year round-Outlook
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Mammal. and Their Distribution

The distribution OF mammals over
the earth shows many curious fea-
lures. North America. northern Eu-
rope and Asia havo many families In
common. Such animals as wolves,
foxes. bears. deer and moose. beavers.
squirrels and rabbits live all around
the northern hemisphere. The nam
mails found on isolated islands are OF
surprising interest 70 the naturallsts.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

A wax from the rada palm OF Mad
sgascar is expected TO prove a substi-
tute for beeswax. The leaves OF the
palm arc beaten 10 small fragments
on mat and then boiled. the wax so
obtained being collected and kneaded
into small cakes The new material
is being tested for bottling purposes
photograph cylinders. etc.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Araentlna Needs settlers-

Argentina stu offers a splendid field
for emigration. Only $4,000 900 acres
are cultivated. and there remain 245.-
100000 OF acres suitable for stock
breeding. as well as huge areas Of
forest and OF mineral bearing noun
tains
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Petrol peHes the Storm.

The tiny storm petrol is q bird OF
immense wing power; 1t belongs 10
every sea and. although so seemingly
fraii. IL easily breasts furious storms
Pstrels have been observed 1000
miles from nearest land.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Natures PensItIe, No, MnaletIv..

Nak9To Tcn~iNco NOA olCklNo-
Natures penalties are remediRl--a
means 20 our reformation. the natural
consequences OF action. not an end.
Nor are they given because We de-
serve punishment Mans penalties
are often Vindictive. founded On hate
as though the man deserved penalties.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Tho WeIl.pressed Man.

The recipe for being we'll dressed Is
TO go to a good tailor. get really good
clothes, pay a really good price for
them. and let them be perfectly un-
ostentatious and unremarkabIe In
every vay.-Gentlewoman.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Wise Advice fer All

Gather something from everyone
thou passest on the highway. and
from every experience fate sends thee.
and out Of the wide knowledge thus
gained Of human weaknesses and hu
man needs. distill In thine own heart
the precious oil OF sympathy.-A.
Fellows Johnston.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
life with faith and with courage.
Slmian journalism.

A scientist has discovered that both
monkeys and insects know colors. This
may account for the color OF some
ewspapers.-Fresno (Cal) Herald.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
The Race 10 70 the Fleet

This Is what you call welcoming
the feet" murmured the hundred
yard Splinter as he breasted the tape
In eight and four-tifths seconds, amid
the applause of the multitude.-Judga
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
One Index Of Character

"A mans garden, says the Garden
ing World. may be looked upon as an
index OF his mind; sloth and ignorance
go together" IL Is the early gardener
who catches the worm
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Persona Az oratin.

Il haven't heard OF you going out 60
Subub's 70 dinner lately" NO; he says
l can't DO that any moro" Why.
thought you We're his closest friend
What's the matter?" He tells me-
their cook doesn't ike me-"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

Brought Humble Flower Into Favor.
Lord Beaconsheld's love for the hum
BILE primrose has been perpetuated by
the foundation OF the Primrose league.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
ATLANTIC COASTLINE.
effective January 8. 1907
TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND DAN

TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND DAILY.
For Florida and scuth-s:IS A. Il. and 7:u
p. n, 'lls<0 P. n
p NJ
For y. and W. Ry. west-s7os A n, i1:1s
and ESQ p. NJ
Fog Petersburg: 500 A. NJ. 1910. $500. TEE
r NJ, 600, $50 p. N, T:25 and 1880 p ~
For Coldsboro and Fayetteville: go p ~
Trains arrive RiChmond daily-6:lo. ss-s:se
I;4O A NJ; "s:S5, sf6:t5 and IL 80 A. N, Il m
zoos, $50, SEQ aud $3.50 p. n
Except Sunday. s'Suniay Oaly. sssExcepa
Tine Of arrivals and departures and oo1nss-
tons not guaranteed
@. g. CANPBEIL.D. r.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

Mother-"Frances. don't tease. You
know mother does not like her little
girl 10 eat between meals" Frances
(aged three) -" Mother. this isn't be-
tween meals. It's before meals"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Goes Ear Into the Earth

The deepest hole in the world has
been bored in Silesia. II has reached
a depth OF about 1000 feet. and passes
through SO beds OF coal
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Luther a Strap Hanger.

Martin Luther hung YEARLY from a
strap. Here stand /" he said God
help me, / can do no otherwise. -
Judge
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Iondnn,s Watnr SUNNY.

London did not have an adequate
water supply till 1906. Two-thirds Of
II comes from the Thames, the rest
from artesian wells.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
WALKS THREE MILES ASLEEP.
English Girl Scales Wall OF Garden
Without Waking.

London.-Lying on the grass In a
waliedin garden. OF which the door
was locked. girl of 16. Miss Amy
Parker was found unconscious and n
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

VIII Power and cheerfuIness.
Through will power you may cheer
yourself Think of noble things. think
OF all who have overcome grief and
disapoosHtnaab ape take the best OF
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
say, the Humble sane

"A human clam when pried open
sometimes proves ter be full o. pearls
o. thought"
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Think II Over.

Does the man with silk hat al
ways wear silk underwear
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
RIaotrY and Rellalon.

Cotton: Bigory murders religion
to brighten fools with her ghost
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

Pennsylvania First Governor.
The first governor OF Pennsylvania
under the constitution OF 1890 was
Thomas Mifiin.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20

Wont you dine at my house To-
morrow"
Would day after tomorrow do as
well?"
20. yes. Have you some other en-
Eagement for Tomorrow
"Yes-your wife has been 80 kind
as TO invite me to your house 70 din
Esr!"-Fliegende Blaetter.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1908-06-20
Southern Ry

TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND.
\. B.-folloSing schedule figures pubIishsd
emily as information and are not guaranteed:
o:2O A A--Daily-Local Cor Charlotte
ll;0 A A-Daily-Limited-Bu Pullman t.
Atlanta and Birmingham. New OrleAns
Memphis, Chattanooga, and all the south
Ihre=Sh coach for Chase City, Oxford,
Durham
$500 p. A-Ex. Sunday-ReysviIle Local
l;S9 =. A-Daily-Limited Pullman ready e:Ss
p n. fc= all the south
YORK RIVER LINE
$3.50 P. Me- sunday-To West Polnt-Co,
Meeting for Baltimore Monday, wednesday
and Friday.
2;l5 p Monday. "Wednesday and Friday
Local 90 West Point
$3.50 A A-E1. Sundays-Locsl to West Point.
TRAINS ARRIVE RIcHMoSp.
900 4. N, $50 r. NJ From all the South
$40 p A.-FrOm Charlotte, Raleigh Durham,
Chase City and local stations
$40 A A-From Keysville-Local
S;20 A A.-From West Point and from Balts-
more wednesday. Friday and Sunday
lO;Ab A N. 6:B p. A-E.ocal from West Poius
@. W. WESrBURY, d. P A
s2o K Main Street. Phone asa
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-01-29

the possibility OF his becoming an object
OF charity upon landing here should be
not End immediate employment. Then.
too, when purchasing his steamship ticket
In the old country that ticket Is sold
straight through 10 tneir destination ia
this country, whether It be to New York
or San Francisco X he has friends IN this
country, and these friends are to meet
him at Ellis Island, the steamship OF
fcials must satisfy themselves that they
have been notified before the prospective
voysger Is allowed to take his place IN
the Storage.
These details having been arranged the
emlgrants are herded lrto quarters ut
terry devoid Of all comforts and FOR a
week or more they endure hardships aud
prlvations that any free-born American
would be ashamed 10 accord cattle Ia
transit BY this II is not meant that they
are subjected 10 lndlgnities or thurman
treatment. but TIE extremely Tow rate az
which they purchase their tickets en-
titles them only TO the seantest - ac-
commodations, Which however. they seem
10 look upon as nothing ont Of the ord
nary Many families ID the sfeerags are
leaving tie old country with 80 littie
capital IN hand that every penny l.. ieai-
iusiy saved. f0r they well know that I8eg
viii need al theS tan scraps i"Set her
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-01-29

ample railroad dspots In the world.
when its ornamental approaches are com
pleted It VIII vie with any in appearance.
The demolition Of the old. miserabiy In
adequate stations Of the baltimore and
ohio and Pennsylvania Railroads wa
effect great Improvement to the city b
several respects.
In October last. the foundation stone
Of the National Cathedral was laid upon
St. Adams Mount This viii be the
most beautiful aud imposing eccIesiasti-
eal edi1ce IN Ameries and win hear CON-
parison with the celebrated cathedrsls
Of England Its dominant site Will bring
the gothic towers and pinnaeles into view
from every part OF the city.
The grand boulevard bridge, designed
TO carry Connecticut ayenue over
the gorge Of Rock Greek, lacks
only some minor ornamental acces-
sories II Is the largest concrete
bridge In the world and has been con-
structed at u cost OF $1,000. 900. An
other work Of this character, which 10
likely TO be authorised soon. is the Ne
mortal Bridge across the Potomac. to be
erected as 4 tribute TO American patriot
Ism The design, watch Is the joint pro-
ducton OF Mr., Il. +. Casey aud Mr. w.
H. Burr. is unique and combines the ex-
IRENE OF graeefulness with the appearances
Of strength.
Extensive improvement OF Rock Greek
Park Is projected. In this if has wisely
been determined 70 interfere as little as
possible with the natural features which
are noted for their beauty. On the either
side Of the district, park IL planned q
extend along the Anacostln. and IN cos.
nection with that work the river win b
deepcped with a view to improving navi.
cation.
The time ls fast approaching when tbs
American who goes to Berliu. Paris q
| Vienna. mns point over his shoulder a
| Washington az the arch.exemplar Of tia
| city beautiful.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-01-29

eyed and pretty girls step from the emf.
grant ships full Of life aud hope, fondly
looking forward TO an immediate reunion
with the lover who had preceded her 10
this county. and who had promised 10
meet her upon her arrival here. Some
times-more often than not. IN fact be
f. true 70 bis word. and not only meets
his sweetheart NJ the pier bn' forthwith
nlarries her there. for the Ellis Island
chaplain IL always ''on oils job" and
very busy Official Is be. But when the
lover fails 10 pat In bis appearance, then
It IL that the lovelorn maiden realizes her
sad plight. Thousands Of miles from
beme, IN a land where she does not know
a soul beyond the faithless one. her dea.
perate plight dawns upon her, end In all
the ABANDONMENT Of her grief che turns
70 one Of the many kindly tnsfrons there
stationed 70 weep unta Der pretty eyes
grow dim md ache with pain. OF courre.
she hiss 20 be transported back home. and
this homecoming IL not the least Of her
trials, for there she will have % answer
hundreds n cruel questioRers. who gather
to greet her.
few years ago the laws governing the
entrance of young and unmarried women
10 ibis port were ali too lax. In conse-
qDence 'white-siare' traffic sprung ~
aud Hourlshed, ard became 20 appalling
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-01-29

FINAL test When II has been found that
they possess clean bill Of health. an
other corps OF examiners go through tie
pen and the emigrants are made 70 come
forward and reg 'ster. Their papers must
correspond IN every detail with the en-
try on the ships msnifest. and u IS here
that their tickets are again examined
The emigrant holding a ticket for San
Francisco. or some intermediate point,
must give some lucid expiapaiior as 10
why be desires 20 go ,here. II be has
frieias.s there 10 meet him. be lg not al
allowed to leave me pen uDul those
friends have been communicated with.
and some word recelf d from them IN
turn. Those whose a5ers. explanations
and funds are intact. are placed in charge
Of an Inspector and boarding a barge
they are transported 10 the railroad sta
ton from which they start on their over
land voyage.
The West still claims the majority Of
these aliens and several trains are re-
qufred 70 transport the west ward bound
elaigrants following the arrival Of each
ship
Many heartreudi0g tales are heard 81
the island and many biffeF tears are
shed before fnBi release Il accomplished
or else return 70 The Cd country has
been enIos ccd. Young buxon. fright
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1908-01-29

will be commenced as soon as the de-
sired sites along Pennsylvania avenue are
available. The triple occupancy OF the
War, State aud Navy Building viii not
be possible much longer. Two OF those
departments must be provided with sep.
arals huildizss. 1>la Department Of
Justice aud the Depa ftment Of Commerce
aud Labor need 70 bn furnished with suit
able quarters and there are dozen or
more OF important bneeau and commits
slons scattered about 10 leased premseit
that should be adequately 1aused oncr
a definite policy In this respect Is adopted
by ccagresS # VIII without doubt BE
carried out with CELEBRITY aud thorough
ness.
The Distn.t commissioners and theis
stan lave never enjoyed the advantage
Of a permanent location OR convenient
Offices Their prevent quarters-the best
they have ever occupied are composed
of bare. dingy rooms in an QUITO -the-way
building. They VIII soon move into the
handsome white marble structure that Is
nearing completion at the junction Of
Pennsylvania avenue and Thirteenth
street. when finished, with it's approach
OF grass and shruhhery. forming a setting
for the statue OF sheppard the District
Building viii be a Citing companion to
the great government eliihces that are to
| rise e. the same alignme
Work on the new Agricultural Building
| y far advanced. n viii be a truly mag
niHcent structure. occupying n position
near the middle of the triangular park
! which have described. In close proxim-
~ 20 II VIII stand the new Smithsonian
| Institution, also IN course OF construc-
ton. The ground has been broken for
the imposing home OF the Bureau Of
American Republics. which has hitherto
conducted It's important work in pri-
waite house at the corner OF Jackson
| Place.
The Union Station. which was recently
opened. Is one OF the finest and most