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The Amoeba.

The amOeba Greek "change"). the
supposed pioneer in tho line OF living
forms, " a 1aked mass OF living mat
ter. OF DrOtOplasm. flowing out I'm ali
directions in blunt processes" and
the cndlessly varying form has earned
FOR the simple animal the popular
name OF "amoeba" PrOteus animaicu-
lael They are all minute. but some are
distinctly visible TO the unaided eye.
The jelly-like creature flows along tho
surface Of stone or plant by the slow
protruslon II It's ever changing proc
esses and In this way gets around its
food. It is all stomach. any part OF Il
taking hold Of and digestlng the food
that happens 10 come I'm contact with
IT. On attaining its maximum size the
amoeba draws itself out and breaks
into two daughter amoebas. each OF
which contains half OF the mother nu-
cleus. This simple organism seems 10
exhibit in small compass the usual an
imal functions. It feeds, secretes.
grows and reproduccs itseIf.--New
York American.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
RedhOt Campaiqner.

The gubornatorial campaign Of 1904.
into which SIR Kern was practically
drafted by pariy demands. left him In
an impaired physical condition, and he
was Obliged 20 relinqulsh his business
activities FOR some time and 20 away
from home TO rccuperate. lie con.
ductcd whiriwind campaign that
year making a great number OF
speeches and travelling over n greater
part or the state. lie IS regarded as a
rcdhOt campalgncr and Is an orator OF
force and cioqucnce. lie was the
friend OF Hendricks ana Voorhees, and
served with those great political lights
ln many well fought battles
Mr.. Kern IS above the middle height,
Of slight build and active nervous
temperament an able constitutional
lawyer he arraigns the present Re
publican administration severely for
usurpatlon Of power and the state al.
minlstration Tor rs enactment Of the
so called ripper" blli. which nc claims
was used for partisan purposes by the
Republican governor Mr.. Kern Is
dark haired and has crop Of flowing
whiskers and Is most Impressive per
sonality generally.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
TIE RUBANNT
SCCYUH HGFRAA
BY o. HENRY.

Copyright. 1906. by the S. S. MeClure Co ]
WINS document Is Intended Ia
strike somewhere between a
temperance lecture and the
"Bartenders' Guide" Relative
TO the latter. drink shall swell the
theme and be set iprth In abundance.
Agreeably TO the tormer. not am elbow
shall be crooked
Bob Babbitt was "off the stun. 4"
which means. as you will discover by
referring 20 the unabridged dictionary
3 Bohemia, that he had "cut out the
Dooze; that he was ION the water
wagon The reason for Bob's sudden
attitude OF hostility toward the demon
rum" as the white ribboners mIscall
whisky (see the "Bartender's Guide'D,
should be OF interest TO reformers and
saloon keepers.
There is always hope for man who
when sober VIII not concede or nc
knowledge that he was ever drunk.
But when man will say. I'm the apt
words OF the phrase distiler 81 had
beautiful skate on last night" YOU will
have 10 put stun In his coffee as well
as pray for him.
one evening on his way home Bah
bitt dropped I'm at the Broadway bar
that he liked best Always there were
three or four fellows there from the
downtown offices whom he knew. And
then there would be highballs and sto
ries, and he would hurry home 10 din
ner little late. but feeling good and a
little sorry for the poor Standard OIL
company. on this evening as he en-.
tered he heard some one say. "Babbiti
was In last night as fun as n boiled
owl"
Babbitt walked 60 the bar and saw IA
the mirror that his face was as white
rs chalk. For the first time he had
looked Truth In the eyes. Others had
lied 10 him; he had dsscmbled with
himself. He was drunkard and had
not known It. What he had fondly
imagined was pleasant exhilaratlon
had been maudlln intoxlcation. His
fancled wit had been drivel. his gay
humors nothing but the noisy vagarlcs
OF sot. But never ngainl
"A glass OF scltZcr." he said to the
bartender.
little silence fell upon the group OF
his cronies, who had been expecting
him to join them.
Going of the stun, BobT" one OF
them asked politely and with more
formallty than the hlghballs ever call
ed forth.
Yes" said Babbltt.
Some one OF the group took up the
unwashed thread OF story he had
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

tify the experiment and all his friends
were opposed TO the venture. he nc.
tually came within a few votes OF Sc
curing the election. He carried the
city In which he lived, but could not
secure the country districts. II wns
actually great triumph for the young
Democratic lawyer. and 1t added i'm
menscly TO his reputation as n man of
nerve without I'm any way detracting
from his character.
In 1878 Kern was elected city attor-
ney OF Kokomo, and when his term
expired he was accorded reelection.
While serving in this capacity he made
an excellent record. During his two
terms law and order were dominant.
and It became n current saying I'm Ko-
bomo that there was no necessity TO
bolt the door as long as Kern was on
The watch
in the state election OF 1894 Mr..
Kern was elected reporter of the
supreme court on the Democratic tick
ct. In this responsible position he
proved most efficient and conscientious
and won many powerful friends. At
the close Of his term he settled I'm In
dlanapolis and soon became closely
identified with the business interests
and policies OF that growing capitaI.
He was elected TO the state senate in
1872 and did admirable service In the
legislature. From 1897 to 1901 Mr..
Kern was city attorney Of indianapolis
undcr Mayor Tom Taggart, the nation
nj chairman OF the Democratic party.
lie took very prominent part in the
great political battle Of 1896 and was
identified with the fortunes OF Mr..
Bryan In the state or ISdiana.
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A Man of Nerve.

This prcponderance OF Republican
sentiment in his immediate vicinity.
however. did not discourage him. He
realized that he was fortunate In hav-
ing established reputation for ability
and uprightness in community which
was SO opposed TO him in political
views. and he accepted the situation
ana devoted himself TO the task OF
building up his business. IL was not
long until he had arrived at legal
emlnehce which seemed TO him suffi-
cient TO warrant Hight into the polit.
lcal held. With this end In view he
came out os n candidate for the legis.
lature ana at once entered on n vigor.
GUS campaign. Although the circum-
stahces OF the case did not seem to jus-
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
Family Socially Prominent.

The Kern family Is prominent So
cially In Indianapolis. Mrs. Kern is a
brilliant woman. endowed with a live
ly w.t. and the Kern home is the cen
ter OF refined circle composed OF the
most intellectual people OF the notably
intellectual capital OF Indiana.
IL Is no secret that the Kern boom
has been the particularly pet hobby OF
the Democratic chairman. Tom Tag
gart, who announced 10 his friends on
the eve OF his departure for Denver
that he should never return unless
John Kern were given the nomination
FOR the vice presidency. II has long
been known In Indiana political circles
that Taggart has always considered
his friend TO be first class presidential
timber. and he saw no especial reason
why he should not be given first place
on the ticket II the Nebraska man
failed to make good. Taggart's deter
mination 20 promote the advancement
or his friend was the cause OF much
merriment at Denver. although those
who are personally acquainted with
tho nominee are OF the opinion that
Kern is big enough TO justify the
chairman's admiration
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
How to Apply a Mu.tsrd p,,.,,

Nv" "" Apply mustafd Plaster.
The convenience OF the bought mus.
tard plaster Ia so great that II has
practically superseded the homemade
ono. IL does not burn so cnsily Ms the
latter, but. even 80. care must be taken
In applying II. TO avoid chill, dip the
plaster In warm Instead OF cold water
before applying DO not remove II at
the first lament OF the patient that 1t
burns. The object of n mustard plns-
ter Is TO burn. and there IL no reason
TO put one on if IL IL TO be removed
too soon. On the other hand. II is In
excusably careless to allow plnster to
blister Keep watch on Il. and when
the flesh seems distinctly red. with a
redness that does not quickly fade re-
move the plaster. Dry of the spot,
apply little vaseiine or cold cream
and cover with n soft piece OF linen or
old handkerchief
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
John W. Kern of Indiana
Bryans Running Hate One Of DemoCracys Most Valiant
ChahpIons-A han Of High ideals and Sterling Worth.
Excellent campagner IA Stump Speaker
Second TO None In the Hoosier State

democrat OF the old school. having I'M
biOed his political ideas I'm the atmos-
phere OF Monticello. near which he was
born. Thomas jefferson was the elder
hern's political ideal. and he made n
point OF training his clever sou In tho
same falth. Outside OF his Immediate
nome circle young Kern received little
sympathy in his political predictions.
Tor Howard county was overwhelming
" Republican. and a follower OF any
other party was in hopeless minority.
Ihrs 1t was that the young lawyer
Travelled n rather hard political road In
his carly days.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

To ascertain II water IL free from
organic pollution place a lump Of sugar
In bottle nearly full and cork II up.
and II after thus excluding the air and
keeping the bottle IN the light for TIVE
or three days no milky cloud Is appar.
ent. bnt the wntcr remains clear. Z,
may be considered free from the phog.
pilates with which sewage water Is
impregnatcd
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
How 20 Keep Plies ou,sis,

For those who object TO wire netting
In the windows during the summer a
new idea has been found 10 prevent
hies and such annoying pests from en-
tering the house. This new preven-
tive Is n window box 81 mlgnonette.
IL seems that the Insects do not care
to face the Odor OF this charming fow.
or. so that n Is IN enectual barrier
against their invasion II sounds like
very pretty idea. and we may expect
20 see ugly wire screens entirely dis
carded and the windows decorated with
dainty boxes filed with the sweet blos-
SONS.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

When turning fold. either bias or
straight. II Is hard sometimes To fold
1t evenly and quickly. Fold and lap
a strip OF paper. securing 1t with n
pin or mucilagc, and make II the width
you wish your fold 90 be when II is
finished. Now run the fold (wide
enough 10 allow for scamsD through
this paper gnuge aud press the fold.
sliding the paper along In front Of the
iron. This process turns. presses and
hnlshes The bnnd IN 0 uniform width
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

Pain will depart in exactly 20 minutes II
one OF Or. Shops Pink Pam Tablets is
taken. Pain anywhere. Remember, pain
means congestion, blood pressure--nothng
else Headache is blood pressure tooth
ache is blood pressure on the sensitive
nerve DR. Shops Headache Tablets
also called PINK Pain Iablets-quickly and
safely coax this blood pressure away from
pain centers. Painful periods with women
get instant relief; 10 tablets 7sc. Sold by
StrickleT's drug store.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
Charles Town, w. Va.

Get my Book No 4 Tor Women" II Will
give weak women many valuable sugses-
lions ol tehef-and with strictly ronfidcn-
tal medical advice is entirely free. sim
ply write DR.. Shoop. Racine. Wis The
book No: tells all about Dr. Shops Night
cure ana how these soothing heating. anti.
ceptic suppositories can be successfnIlv an
pied TO correct these weaknesses Write
iof the book. The Night Cure is sold by
Strickler's drug store.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

You have probably noticed that
the Republican platform is silent in
regard to an income tax. Republi.
cans like Rockefeller, Hartman,
Morgan, ct al, are opposed to such
a tuv
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

The colored men of New York
have organized "Negro Anti Trust
and Tariff Reform League" In this
they seem TO have more political
sense than the white voters have as
far as heard from.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
Officers SAFE.

"Do they have corporal punishment
In the urmyT
Dou l"i they don't. and you dnscnf
punch the lieutenant either I tell you.
them officers has things about their
WHy
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

why don't YOU marry mlllionair.
NnudE
Haven't the nerve to try. Edith"
"Dinrrpnt with me"
"Why r.
II haven't tie frcc"
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

This extreme anxiety of the can
didates that The dear people shall
know all about campaign funds must
delight the soul of Mr.. Roosevelt
and "My Dear Hartman"
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

The reported interview between
an emissarY Of Mr. Hearst and
Hitchcock, the chairman Of the Re-
publican national committee, would
indicate some phony politics this
wear.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup acts
gently upon the bowels and thereby drives
the cold out OF the system and at the same
time i allays inflammation and stops irrIta.
ton. Childfcn like Il. Sold by Sirlckier's
drug store w. NJ. Dent. Newburg
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

1t must jar the Sunshine Club"
to hear the report from the labor
leaders that "a 900 men are still un-
employed IN the building trades.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

There IS Ode preparation known today
that we'll promptly help the stcuach This
is kodol Kodol digests all classes Of food.
ard it does u thoroughly so that the use Of
kodol Tor time viii without doubt help
any one who has stomach disorders OF
81 mach trouble Take Kodo today and
continue u Tor the short time that is neces-
safy 10 give you complete relief Kodol s
sold by Strickler's drug store W. NJ Dent,
NeSturg
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

Judge Taft says there will be real
publicity Gin" the campaign, but
Treasurer Sheldon says "after" the
campaign is over. But Taft, of
course, will know nothing about
campaign contributions
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

Candidate Sherman does not seem
to Join in the chorus for publicity,
but then "Shortweight Jim" always
was reactionary.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

or descended TO the abuse of any of
his political antagonists. He IS es-
teemed throughout the state as a man
OF high ideals and pure motives.
In 1900 Mr.. Kern received the nom
ination for governor. but he went down
TO defeat with Mr.. Bryan. Again I'm
1904 he was given another oppOrtu-
nifty, but the sorry political fortune Of
the previous campaign was repeated.
Although he was regarded as one Of
Mr.. Bryan's stanchest friends. he was
the first Indiana man of any especial
prominence to come out for Judge Az
ton Il. Parker. whom he supported 10y
ally without In any way endangering
his friendship for the man from Ne
braska. Thus 1t is that he is today one
az Mr.. BryaD's closest friends and ad-
2fsrers.
Mr.. Kern Is native son of the
Hoosier State, born in Howard county
near kokomo, In 1S49. He is of south
ern extraction, his father having emf
grated from Virginia in 1896 and be.
coming one of the pioneers OF Howard
county, where he practiced medicine
for several years. When John was
five years of age his parents decided
to remove 20 Iowa, and the family re-
mained In that state until the lad was
fifteen. Soon after the Kerns had
returned TO their old home their son
entered the State Normal school and
after a short period of preparation be-
came q district school teacher I'm How
ard county. After he had succeeded
In saving n little money he entered
the University of Michigan as n mem
Der OF the freshman class.
His means were not sufficient TO adj
NIT OF regular attendance at the uni
verslty, and he was obliged to take
several long intermissions I'm order to
earn the money necessary TO complete
his course. But he was resolute i'm
the determination to obtain an cduca-
tion, and he permitted no hardship TO
torn him from his purpose. When he
was graduated he carried or all the
honors to which hc was eligible and
his record was most gratifying of any
member OF the class.
Successful at an Early Age.
At n very early age Kern had de
cided to enter the legal profession, and
when be returned home from college
be set about the achievement OF his
hearts desire without delay As soon
as he was admitted TO the bar he hung
out bis shingle in Kokomo and began
business on his own hook From the
very first day he was n pronounced
success IN obtaining business. and his
lack In bringing his cases 60 n favor
able conclusion soon became provcr.
bial In an incredibly short time he cs-
tablished q business second TO none In
the prosperous county town and his
prospects were exceedingly bright.
He came by his political creed very
naturally His father was 80 called
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

Use DeWitrs Little Early Risers pleas
ant little pills that are easy TO take. Sold bv
StHckier's drug store w. NJ. Dent, New.
burg
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

Beri Barber. Of Elton. Wis. says. ~ have
only taken four doses OF your Kidney and
Bladder Pills and they have done Tor me
more than any other medicine has ever
done am still taking the pills, IS ] want
perfect cure" Mr. Barber refers TO DE.
wits kidney and Bladder Pills. Sold bv
Strickler's drug store WIN Dent. New
burg.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

Hot weather Little clothing. Plenty Of
water inside ani out. Dr. FahrneY's Teeth
ing Syrup. Babies don't get sick
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

DeWiu's witch Hazel Sslye is good for
cuts. burns, bruises, and scratches. II ls
especially good Tor piles. Recommended
W Dent, Newburg
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23
When His Aim Was Poor.

INV wac U OOls
A story Illustrative OF Kern's dispo-
sition to grow restive under dlsap.
pointment comes from Indianapolis.
When he was n member OF the state
legislature he introduced bill which
was defeated. Ii was matter I'm
which he felt great personal interest,
and when the vote was counted against
III he rose In his place, accused the
speaker In no undecided terms OF Kill.
Ing his bill, and, hurling n bulky type
written copy of the measure at the
head OF the presiding officer, shouted,
III you won't pass It. eat itr' For.
tunately for everybody the irate legIs-
iators aim was defective and the pom
derous missile went wide OF the mark.
The speaker saw the humor of the sit
uation and was disposed to make a
joke or 1t. So II happened that the
nasty legislator did not suffer from
the consequences OF his indiscretion
IL is altogether to his credit that n
short time for reflection convinced him
that he had been an offender and he
lost no time In making the proper
apology.
The friendship between Taggart and
Kern Is really something out OF the or.
dinary. At the st. Louis convention
the latter might have been considered
seriously as n vice presidential candl-
date but for his determination 10 put
no obstacle In the way OF Taggarts
candidacy for the national chairman
ship. When the party leaders went To
Kern and almost importuned him to
permit them TO use his name In con-
nection with the Vice presidency he de-
clared that I've would not be mentioned
Tor the place because he wanted In
diana's share OF the glory to go TO Tag
CART, who was a man that deserved all
he could get. He even went TO New
York to urge Judge Parker to stand
for Taggart for the chairmanship. He
obtained proxy from western mem
Der OF the committee. and he Il was
who placed Taggart I'm nomination at
the meeting I'm New York at which his
friend was made chairman.
A Free Silver Champion.
Perhaps the most telling charge
which Will be made against Kern In
the coming campaign is his more or
less sudden conversion from an ardent
advocate of gold coinage into a cham
pion OF free silver at 10 to 1. 1t will
be remembered that at the outset he
was a gold advocate. speaking at n
public meeting in indianapolis in 1896
against what he then termed the free
silver craze" The leaders OF the gold
movement remembered Kern's "deser-
tion," as they were pleased to term st,
and when he ran for governor they
withheld from him many Of the votes
which he might otherwise have con-
trolIed.
But I'm spite OF his somewhat mixed
political tendencies Mr.. Kern is GER
tain to find many warm friends I'm In
diana among the members of all par
ties. Personally he Is liked by al
most everybody.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1908-07-23

Paironizc those who advertise.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1908-07-17

Souvenir post cards at the Pho
neer office.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1908-07-17
Safe Blew Up, va|uabIes Lost.

The Passion Play will not be
presented at the Brinkman this
evening but the three DeLoys will be
there with their budget of fun and
high-class vaudeville. In their
laughable Dutch sketch many mirth
provoking scenes occur of which the
title of this article is one. The
black-face part played by Eddie is
certainly a masterpiece and is acted
as only an expert can act. The
motion pictures, "Hunchback Brings
Good Luck" "A Peaceful Inn," "A
Rustic Heroine," and Wouldn't
That Tire You," promise to open a
new epoch in the field of motion
pictures in our city, a veritable
Metropolitan play on the screen.
Sweet Polly Primrose" the illus
trated song will be sung by that
talented musician, Mr.. E. Holman
Nestell, now filling an engagement
with Manager Brinkman. Don't
fail to hear it for it out-classes all
previous songs. Little Miss Myrtle,
the dainty soubrette, will have a
new and pleasing bill to present
this evening and as always will be
sure to please. Mr.. Brinkman's
house of amusement is tasty gain
ing prestage and rightly for it is
presenting at all times the best
pictures and vaudeville that is west
of Chicago, it being on the most
popular circuit. Don't forget, a
dollar show for 15c.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1908-07-17
A Warning Sounded.

City and country merchants who
have been in the habit of handling.
paris green and other poisons, salt
peter, borax and other drugs, or
patent medicines should look up
the law on these subjects and
arrange with some drug store to
take such articles as are not lawfully
handled by other than registered
pharmacists off their hands, as the
state board is figuring on making a
raid on all such in the near future.
We understand that the minimum
fine is $50 for each sale and if sales
are followed up as expected the fines
would bankrupt every dealer who
fails to observe the law. Up to the
present time the state board of phar-
macy has been stalking around
blindfolded like the goddess of justice
and allowed nearly everybody to do
the drug business, but it is time for
a square deal which is supposed to
mete out to all.
Sealed packages under label are
no protection if containing poison.