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The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-08
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Not Blot to Mar It.
Should the relatives Of the late Sen
ator Stephen R. Mallory bind in a vol
ume,all references Of the press of the
state and nation upon his death, not
single word derogative to the public
and private life of the deceased patriot
would be found in the hundreds OF
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-08
He Kent Faith Always.

Senator Mallory's death on Monday
has cast pail over the merrymakings
of the Christmas time throughout
Florida. The senator stood close to
the people-he had their full conf
dence and love. He was one of them.
and one who never forgot that the
honors which had been showered upon
him were public trusts committed to
his keeping by his fellow-citizens be-
cause of their faith in him. He kept
that faith, and now that he has gone
from among them the people will say,
well done, good and faithful SER
vant'-Palatka News.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-08

PENSACOLA FLORIDA WEDNESDAY MORNING JANUARY
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-08
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The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-08

"Pure, Honest. Brilliant"
Senator Mallory's death will be pro-
foundly regretted throughout Florida.
He was a pure, honest man, and one
of the states brilliant sons. He was
peoples man, and devoted his life for
the best interest of his state and her
citizens County Record.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-01-08
Gloom over Whole State.

Gloom Over Whole State.
The death of Senator Mallory at MS
home in Pensacola cast q gloom Over
the entire state The news was re
ceived here with profound SORROW
Madison Recorder.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27

top of ribbon row, making five loops on hook. Put wool over and slip through all forming one cluster.
 Second row-Chain g, do 10 stars or clus- ters, then begin to widen for shoulders by making extra star in the same hole as 10th. Do one plain one widen and nine plain to middle back. Do one widening and the remaining half row ditto.
 Third row--Begin chain as usual on every row. Widen in each row at shoul- der. the first star widening to be put into space with 10th. The number of stars between the shoulders widen to increase by two in back row.
 Fourth row-Same as third, except widen in the middle back by two extra stars, one on either side of the middle star. Widen at the back every other TOW for Il rows. The work is turned at every row instead of breaking the thread.
 Bottom of cape:
 First row-Chain three in first space , four d. c. in next, one d. C. in third space and d. C., thus alternating for 10 rows Do five rows more with two d. c. in place of one d. c. in preceding 10 rows. A shell of eight d. c. about the whole edge fin- ishes the cape.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Eve Up To Date

The period of the year when the modes have reached their fullest frution may be said to be the Christmas holidays. For the remainder of the winter one is as sured of what is and is not to be worn and so far in this year of grace the sublime and the ridiculous seem to be so nearly related that Dame Fashion must smile at her pranks and the crimes that have been committed In thy name, oh Directoire."
 Don't understand that 1 am not thor oughly in accord with the empire and di- It ctoire styles. Personally I think they are lovely and becoming to nearly all figures. But it is the inartistic effects that are so distressing
 For instance, the robe known as And rogyne," which as the name suggests is the garment of neither man nor a woman and made in bifurcated skirit ef ect is suggestive of a pair of trousers and those mummy-lilxe swathings of soft, elinging materials.
 'Millineria" has been disease from which modtes have suffered shamefully this season, too. However, that has also become somewhat modified and the huge proportions have assumed saner dimen- sions and with the advent of the turban hats are much more normal
 Following the reductions in hats (size- not price), the coiffure has naturally been erected. since IL IS not necessary 10 support those enormous constructions of feathers and flowers and furs and what not, 1t no longer requires as many puffs, rats, curls and the like, all of which were as ridiculous as the towering pompadours of the period of Louis XVI.
 small, graceful head, well propor- toned and becomingly dressed always has been considered one of woman's beautiful charms
 The extremely trying long pendant ear rings are now considered demode. The pearl button earrings are still in favor and will probably be worn for many moons, as they are exceedingly becoming.
 Prettiest among the infinitesimal styles of footgear is thevening slipper known as "abbe," for which the prolific period of Louis XVI is again responsible.
 Ornamented with a buckle of jewels to match those worn on the occasion and heels studded with gems, these attractive conceilts are a fascinating adjunct to Mylady Modish's appearance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
An International Episode

The Abruzzi- Elkins affair seems to be see-sawing in a fashion quite alarming to all the world who loves a lover"
 His royal highness and his lady love seem to be singing the old popular dit ty of the countryment of Calderon: ''Y di, e que si, Y dfle que mo-" as q duet. each standing on opposite sides of the Atlantic.
 Isn't it a pity that bridge cannot be thrown across to bring them together = a cable is a slim hypen in such ! case
 Since the Thaw affair Europeans are a little doubtful about taking up Amer ican brides. At the Italian court par ticularly, is this the case It Is just one of those cases where Shakespeare Is a bit off. There is qiute a lot "n a name" and the very suggestion of any thing American contains food for thought.
 With all the opposition from the royal family of Italy. the Duke D'Abruzzi has been very brave and loyal to Miss El- l0ins, but it may be of no avail in the end
 The fact that the Comte de Turin has recently sailed for an indefinite stay In darkest Africa is of great moment. The comte Is the dukes favorite brother and the intimacy and affection existing be-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
How Kissing Came to Eng
 land

In the "Chronike von Friesland," pub lished in 1922, the author says that the custom of kissing was unpracticed and unknown in England until Princess Roulx, daughter of King Hengist of Friesland,
 pressed the Vecker with her lipkens and herself saluted the amorous Vortigern with a kissjen, according to the prae- tice of our Frisick nation From this period the aforesaid custom of kissing was adopted in Britain, so that the learned Erasmus Rotterdamus Manyerges afterward found occasion to praise the whole land on account thereof"
 Tennyson's fine line in The Princess" Dear as rememberd d kisses after death, ' is perhaps as high tribute to kissing as any in the wide realm of poetry. At the other extreme of chara cterization of this form of salutation stands Dean Swift: Lord, I wonder what fool invented kiss ing?'
 Kissing Is by no means universal cus- tom, being confined to certain peoples and countries. Nor has the practice prevailed uninterruptedly from the worlds begin ming. But there are ancient records in regard to it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
A Sectional Affair

The hostess was describing her Christ mas gifts with the usual effusiveness which persons see fit to adopt when the donors are present and which, being more or less assumed, is about as effective as when a faux pas is condoned by a social grin.
 On the subject of dinner service she especially dilated
 "It was so kind of you,' she exclaimed fervently, clutching the hands of pom derous female acquaintance; "the set was absolutely perfection. I have always 1onged for one in white and gold and she brushed her comrades cheek lightly with her lips, lest the dual enameled DOT tions of anatomy should suffer.
 How many pieces were there in it?' inquired another dame, who had sent beaded pincushion and felt crushed.
 The hostess, who had kindly dis position, essayed to put her at her ease.
 We can't tell just at present. she whispered, you see, we used 1t for the first time at luncheon and it is now in the hands of the servants"
 whereupon the lady grinned and as- hired The Visitor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
REPORTING A LOVE SCENE.
Esbert's Sister and Her Beau Made
 Copy for Him.

From Life.
 Young Egbert and his mother sat mys- teriously at the head of the stairs, in the dim light of early evening.
 A few moments before Egbert's sister had received young man caller, and had promptly disappeared with him into the gloomy recess of the front parlor.
 Young Egberts one ambition was to be a reporter. He had read all the liter ature on the subject, his mind was filled with Scoops and beats" and he had determined, with proper journalistic in- stinct, to do justice to this occasion.
 His mother, excusing herself on the ground that she had duty to perform in watching her daughter, was equally ready to listen.
 Egbert slid down stairs, but in a few moments silently returned. Breathlessly he whispered:
 Present indications are that there will be a good story all right. Here is a diagram of room. Chairs are arranged, with sofa in extreme corner. Gas she'd ding faint glimmer. Conversation as fol- lows:
 oh, Georgei How could your
 Full particulars later.'
 Once more he sped away, and again re- turned:
 Situation practically unchanged Low CTS apparently have no realization of their danger. Progress to sofa marked by dem- onstrations all along the line of march. At last reports holding hands. Sofa creaking softly!'
 In a few moments more he was back again:
 "Sh At 7:47 eastern time, there was a faint smacking sound quickly followed by another. Silences between. These continued at intervals of about five sec- ons, with scarcely any Interruption, un-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Various Breeds of Hounds.

From the New York Tribune.
 The various breeds of hounds as known today are survivors of the time when all hunting dogs were used to "hound" game. During that period dogs selected mainly for speed and endurance were told off to accompany the huntsman. There were hounds chosen to follow the game by scent and hounds supposed to sight che game a long way off, but all were expected to be able to run the quarry down. It follows, therefore, that the name of ''hound," or "hund," in the Teutonic tongues, which was originally employed to designate all species of dogs, came in time to be given to hunting dogs only. Afterward came the differentiation into "greyhounds," rabbit hounds" blood hounds" "deerhounds," etc. A trace of this change of name may be seen in the German "dachshund," meaning badger dog" The first dachshunds were used to draw badgers, but the breed has now be- come too degenerate for tracking such game.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Ears That Are Red

The same girl who will go to untold trouble to get the color out of her nose seems to give herself no concern If her ears are flaming signals on each side her face Yet red ears are caused by the same troubles that make for red nose and should be as carefully fought.
 Who ever heard of dieting for the ears: Yet if they burn and are scarlet. nine times out of ten the digestion Is at fanlt
 To keep the ears to that delicate blush pink that is the sign of beauty, do not eat over-s seasoned foods indulge in sudden changes from heat to cold. as boiling cup of chocolate followed by plate or ice cream
 Pickles in overdoses are said to make the ears flush and burn, while rich or greasy foods are equal to tube or car mine paint as a maker of vivid hues.
 The ears chap as well as the rest of the face, and care should be taken to protect them with veil when walking on cold or blustery days.
 If the ears are outstanding or of an ugly shape, especial care should be taken not to add redness to their ugliness. Some girls powder them excessively. This is mistake, as it gives a slogenly look to the face if not well done.
 The powder should be applied with a
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Long Engagements

One of the chief reasons for long en- agreements Is poverty, or what is con- sidered poverty; for as we all know, this term is relative and where one girl would think $500 per annum a m.s- erable insufficiency another would deem it riches But Whether it be "my lady, who desires her season in London or the little workgirl who would be happy with Jack on 30 shillings week, it Is all the same-dull-eyed poverty bars the way to matrimony.
 From did without smoking ever so long to buy me this ring; of course, he never told me; I found 1t out" said Toms sweetheart, her dear little face all radiant.
 These two are only waiting till Tom gets his next rise and then? "All roses and sunshine" says the future bride groom. with a fond look at his win some ladylove.
 q canna leave the auld folk yet; we'd better bide a wee"
 How many times that plea has been urgedl
 It sounds strange but 1t Is true for all that, that some couples drift on and on through years and years of a tedious courtship, simply through lack of en- ergy They have become embedded In a certain groove and it requires more strength of mind than they possess to break them from it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27

tween them would certainly preclude any such step on the comte's part if there was any wedding in the near future
 Others say that the duke will not stay away from Italy two years because d marriage has been arranged between him and the Princess Patricia of Connaught a niece of King Edward of Great Britain and the Count of Turin, elder brother of the Duke D DAbruzzi, and for state and family reasons 1t is desirable that this marriage shall take place before the duke is welded Then when the success sion to the Italian crown is secure for two generations all objections may be withdrawn and Miss Katherine Ellxins be- comes a royal duchess-unless. in tho meantime she should exercise her pre- rogative as an American woman and change her mind, King Edwards view of the Italian-American enga cement has been influenced by the precedent of tho bridge to Mrs. Fairbrother but the world has moved since then.
 Furthermore, it is reported that very recently Miss Ellzins received the follow Ing telegram from the duke, which is de- cidedly significant:
 'I will remember you forever
 This cable message is supposed to be the last that the duke will ever send.
 Too bad. isn't it. that a man and maid may not do their courting without having the entire world as an aud fence?
 "That the world all loves a lover. Is a legend much respected;
 While to watch him do his wooing, Is a show that's neer neglected
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Cleopatra's Code

REVISED INTO MODERN ENGLISH. Drain nothing to the dregs, neither sorrow nor happiness.
 Remember that men always like to be amused, never instructed.
 Seem transparent, yet be not so in friendship or love.
 Always tell the truth, but not the whole truth
 Never tell your troubles to a man, but always be ready to hear his.
 Keep to yourself the inner secrets of your art.
 Never be monotonous-vary your mode of action.
 Don't be too much of a dove-even sweetness pals
 Keep expectation alive.
 Put up with fools, for the malice of a fool can do more harm.
 Keep the extent of your accomplish ments unknown
 Avoid explanations. Your friends don't need them, your enemies won't believe tn em.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27

oiled paper. To send child to school with a lunch composed of "any old thing" arranged in a haphazard man ner is 70 invite all kinds of ills to take possession of the little stomach.
 The first thing, of course, is to be sure that the lunch box or basket is absolutely clean. Then cut several pieces of oiled paper. In one you may put a number of small sandwiches. Thinly sliced whole-w wheat bread, with sensible filling, makes the best sand wiches, but there should be enough of them to assauge the cravings of hun ger.
 Tn another packet place some, tasty sweet. Avoid pie assiduously, but any cake that is not too rich and that has only a plain icing will answer the pur- pose nicely. Fruit, too. should be auded with some crisp cookies or ginger wa fers, but do not be tempted to insert any candy unless you chance to have a supply of absolutely pure maple sugar.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
What Women Forget

Women sometimes forget
 That there are two sides to every ques- tion.
 That the School for Scandal is not a recognized educational institution which fits her for the School of Life''
 That there are two essentials to her success-tact and charm of manner.
 That nerves are not conducive to a We're de We're manner.
 That children are just as susceptible to "mothering' as dogs.
 That the reason they are less contented than men is that women magnify their troubles and men pass over the small things-they are content to "let the little world pass by"
 That the hope of every woman lies in one of two directions-to make or take name for herself.
 That her personality, her little airs and graces, her faults and foibles are all in- strumental in shaping the manners of men, and that she has only herself to blame or praise for their attitude toward her
 That it Is good for her to close eyes to all externals at least once every day and soar quite away into oblivion-then to come back and be happy for the rest of the hours.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
List Of U. s. Wars and Dates

War of the Revolution, April 10, l77o, to April II, 1783.
 Northwestern Indian wars. September To- 179o. to August 3, 1795.
 War with France, July g, 179S, to Sep tember 30. 1900.
 War with Tripoli, June 10, 1891, to June 4, 1905.
 Creek Indian war, July 27, 1913, to August g, 1874
 War of 1872 with Great Britain, June IS, 1872 to February IT, 1915.
 Seminole Indian war, November %, 1Sl7. to October 21, 1918.
 Black Hawk Indian war; April A, 1881. to September 30, 1892.
 Cherokee disturbance or removal, 1s3e to 1887.
 Creek Indian war or disturbance, May 5, 1886, to September 30 1887. Florida Indian war December g, 1885, to August IA. 184S
 Aroostook disturbance, 1886 to 1889. War with Mexico, April "A. 1S46, to July 4. 1S4S.
 Apache, Navajo and Utah war, 1S4s to 1855.
 Seminole Indian war, 1856 to 1858. Civil war, 1861 to 1865.
 spanshi-Amercan war, April 21, 1898. to August 12, 1898.
 Philippine insurrection, 1899 10 1900.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Some Cities

A clever writer has compiled the fol- lowing:
 A good city to live in-Simpli-city. A great commercial center-Recripro- city.
 dangerous 1ocality-Fero- city. A modern Babel-Loqua- city. An unreliable town-Menda- -city. No place for liar-Vera -clty. A well-informed bli- city.
 A growing town-Elasti-cit A city of graft--Dupli-cit A city of easy marks-Plasti-ci city. A country illage-Rusti-city. A place of intrigue-Compli-ci boom town-Multipli-c manufacturing place-Electri-c city. A shrewd settlement-Perspica -city. A pretty swift place-Velo- city. queer community-Eccent town of bright youths-Preco-c city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
The Christmas Dance

When grandma danced the minuet Some sixty years ago, The stately couples often met Beneath the mistletoe. To waltzes now the customs veer, But Mabel's foxy beau That damsel doth contrive to steer Beneath the mistletoe. The dances change, but not the game, As close observers know, For mortals act about the same Beneath the mistletoe.
 Washington Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Favorite Cheap Sponge Cake

Take three eggs and beat them light, . Add a cup and a half of sugar white. Mix we'll by beating it hard again; In your sitter put one cup flour and then Add to it one teaspoon cream of tartar. Now measure out one-half cup water. Put one-half teaspoon soda into that, For without 1t your cake would be woe
 fully flat. Next add the water and sifted flour To the eggs and sugar and beat one hour GOT less, which you'll probably choose to
 dol. Add a second cup of flour, too. With lemon extract run teaspoon OCT, Add that to the batter and beat some
 more; For in making this cake the very best
 plan Is to beat it hard so long as you can. Pour into a pan lined with lard and
 four And bake not too quickly one-half an
 hour.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Motives

Once upon time a man decided to give his Wife real surprise for Christmas He started in early to Economize and by denying himself all his little Luxuries he was able to buy her Motor Car in- stead of the customary Box of Gloves But the result proved once more that Virtue Is its own Reward. His Wife thought he must have some ulterior Mo tive In making her such a costly Present. "He must be troubled with a Guilty Con science. she said to herself for he would never start in at this late day to try to square himself in such a palpable way"
 Her jealous mind conjured up all kinds of things and she determined that her Husband leading a Double Life. So she went home to her Mother and sued for Divorce.
 Moral-When you turn over a new leaf never pick out a brand new one.
 The Moralst
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27

color that was a cross between a salmon pink and a lobster shade.
 Even the young woman herself feared for his health for she was sure that he had fallen i'll of fever. and he would forever have cursed that tie had she not spent the entire evening feeling his pulse and administering to his wants.
 L'ENVOI.
 Knowing that this young hero is true blue, and an out and out good fellow" 1t is safe to predict that the Christmas ties will be worn to tatters. And it i1 more than probable that only his mother and sisters and probably a few of his in- tlmate friends will ever know that most of the wearing will be done by stringing them back and forth on the back of chair or around a bed post.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Are You an Affection Winner

Unless the household look up to you fer your sweet and gracious and lovable qualities, for your unselfishness and thoughtfuness in small matters and for your sympathy and tenderness in times of trouble, then you are a failure as woman, no matter what laurels you may wear in the world at large.
 And if you are poor and unknown in the world, and If all you attempt to do falls yet are you a glorious success if the home you occupy awards you love, gratitude and respect
 If you have no home and toll for live lihood, the feeling you awaken in the hearts of those with whom you toll Is a proof whether you are a success or @ failure.
 To be loved and respected by those who associate with you daily-that means success no matter what meaning the world gives that word.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
A Christmas Query

Said the kid to his dad, "Oh daddy dear, Come tell me, I pray, this riddle: Where did you obtain such beautiful chain and where such a wonderful fiddle? Did you buy this sled, and the cap for my head, and this beautiful pile of candy? Come, tell me, pop, oh, where did you shop? Is the place where you went so handy?" And his daddy laughed, as his Scotch he quaffed, and he chaffed at his Kid in panties "Why, my boy, I'm friend Of an inti- mate friend of an intimate friend of Santy's." Tom Mason.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
A Wonderful Description

Every would be- aviator, should not miss reading Marie Corellfs wonderful description of a balloon sail" in her latest book Holy Orders"
 As piece of descriptive work it is really marvellous She has simply let her self go, so to speak, and from the stand point of imaginary writing. 1t cannot be matched.
 But after all. who would care to prove by actual experience whether Miss Corelli is correct in her point of view of this aerial transit of the future?
 1t is altogether too thrilling.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-27
Hogshead Cheese

Boil the meat until it will drop from the bones; remove bones, etc.; chop up the meat (unless you prefer it in larger pieces). season with pepper, salt and sage tyou may use poultry dressing if you lil1e). Drain off all liquid and put in pans under pressure.