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The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
OPIUM DENS FOR VISITORS Americans Are Warned Against the Places SHARES FOR THE AMERICANS Places in Paris to Lure the Un-
 suspecting. Tourists Are the Patrons of Dives Kept by Persons Without Char
 acter--The Weeks Gos-
 sip of Paris.
BY HENRI DUBOIS.

Paris. June 20.-American tourists and especially American girls visiting this city. should beware of the many agents for opium dens who make a business of supplying victims to these vile resorts which the Paris police is making every effort to suppress.
 Taking advantage of the average American's desire to see the slums of Paris interruptions agents of the opium dens. we'll dressed. gentlemanly looking men, are infesting the neigh borh ood of the large tourist agencies near Place de r0pera. These men can speak English like native Americans, often pose as American art students anxious to make an extra louis by showing their countrymen and women the sights of the city, and many are the cases in which they have succeed ed in turing American girls, proud of their ability to take care of them- selves, into opium dens where they have been induced to try hit at the pipe, robbed and very often assulted while under the influence of the drug.
 The business of turing strangers and especially women, Into these dens of vice is a comparatively new one for the fear of publicity and scandal in most cases seals the lips of the vic- tins and though the spies of the po- lice know of many cases of this kind
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
Apaches of Paris

A most dramatic incident took place in the Seine Assize Court the other day when young boy of IF, accused of having murdered two Italians. was brought up for trial.
 At the preliminary hearing the third degree methods of the police combined with the threats of the gang of Apaches to which he belonged, had frightened him Into confessing crime he never committed and when he ap- peared in court the two real murderers were In the room arranging to kill him in case he should peach on them.
 The crime was committed about two months ago at Aubervilliers. Two Italian workmen had been stabbed and were found lying in the street at a place where many crimes had been committed before and which Is popu larly known as the "Carrefour du crime."
 One of them was already dead and the other was dying but before he ex- pired he was able to tell the police that the crime had been committed by four young fellows who had attacked them as they were leaving cafe, and tried to rob them of their pay.
 The police soon afterwards arrested the four young fellows. and among these was the boy who was brought up for trial. He was the youngest of the gang and had taken no real part in the crime. The other three, how ever, had persuaded him that because of his age, he would not be sentenced to death; the heaviest punishment that could be inflicted upon him being only an order to shut him up in a house of correction until he was 2l.
 Being at the same time threatened that he would be killed if he gave evidence that would convict the others, he made up his mind to confess that he alone had stabbed the Italians.
 The other three prisoners were in consequence released and were merely summoned to appear as witnesses. At the trial, however, they refused to ap- pear and the police had to compel them to appear in court.
 After being in prison for some weeks, the young lad who had pleaded guilty, retracted his confession and wrote let ter after letter asserting his innocence. but the court refused to take notice until the suspicion was aroused by the actions of the other three, and when one of them was examined, he got tan gled up and made contradictory state ments.
 The prisoner again took occasio to assert his innocence and pointed to the two fellows in the court room. who were pato Wltn rdBS hhu WhO h"N threatened him with death. These were the real murderers.
 The dramatic scene came to a climax whe the witness in the box said that he knew all about the crime and that he would like to tell the truth
 Why are you afraid7" the judge asked.
 'Because if I tell the truth, shall be killed" he replied.
 The public prosecutor at once pro- posed that the court should take his evidence in private with the result that instantly afterwards the other two young fellows who had been called as witnesses were arrested just as they attempted to escape from the court room.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
GODS ACRE OF THE QUAKERS Beautiful Cemetery by the Countryside. PENN IS BURIED THERE American. Deacons Made a
 Pilgrimage. American Members of Sect Outnumber All other. in the worid--Ar- arrangements Made to In
 struet Young Men in
 Faith.

Richmond, Ind. June 20--Members of the Society of Friends who are returning to the United States from the yearly meetings held at BirIning- ham, England, report fairly satls- factory condition of the denomination abroad though the number of mem bers In this country is nearly i've times what it is in Great Britain and Australia. Tho latest figures for this country show over 90,o00 members in good standings while abroad the best reports show but 1S,S60 members, though there are upwards or 1,SOO regular attendants at the meetings who have not yet been received into full fellowship.
 The Birmingham meetings were more largely attended than when the gatherings are held in London and this years conference showed a mark ed deliberative advance over the meet ing at Leeds of last year. In 1909 assembly will be in London once more but the inclination is, according to the American visitors, to go to some Quak- CT stronghold outside the greatest city. However. this year there were about 1 900 Friends in attendance from Great Britain, the United States, Denmark and Australia and fraternal greetings were sent from Ireland.
 One of the most marked features of Ahe IeeLIHE dS IL IuS <AihOAAS6AS was the declaration in favor of a place of study and training for the Quaker ministry though the Friends stiiI hold to their principles which allow the preaching of men and women as they feel themselves divinely influenced thereto In connection with this de- termination to take up mission and church work more actively, settle rnent has been established at Wood brooke, Selby Oak, Birmingham, where young men may be instructed in the religion of the Society of Friends.
 A good deal of attention was paid to the historic side of the Society dur ing the meeting and great progress was reported fin the work of correlat- ing and preserving the documentary records Of the denomination. In con- nection with this some very pretty stories are being told by the Ameri- can visitors of the little building known as Jordans which Hes tucked away in one of the beautiful leafy hot toms so characteristic of Buckingham shire. a little place that might well be called the Westminster Abbey oe the 0uakers.
 Once a year there is held ct this
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
Turfn Ia IInrrlfnei .


 The city of Turin is horrihed by the atrocious murder of a young girl, the seventh mysterious crime of its kind that has taken place in the last eigh- teen months, during which period SIX women. both young and old have been found slaughtered some at the doors of their houses others in suburban streets. In each case the assassin has eluded capture. and the police have been hopelessly baffied.
 The latest victim of the flendish wo- man slayer is a beautiful young girl of IA. named Carolina Piovano. whose body was discovered on Tuesday last in a wood at San Vito, in the neigh borhood of the Piedmontese capital.
 The poor girl must have been attack ed while returning homeward by fa- mlliar forest paths from an afternoon pilgrimage to the sanctuary of the Ma donna Her dainty veil and prayer book were picked up near her body, which was shoclxingly mutilated.
 A servant girl living In nearby villa told the police that on Tuesday she met a beardless middle-aged man In a state of great nervous excitement who was hastening away from the spot. He told her that girls body was lying there.
 The man who Is thought to be the murderer, was also seen by several other people while he was descending the hillside in the direction of the city. Since then, however, he seems to have entirely disappeared and no arrest has been made.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21

It is now believed in New York that the wireless telephone will soon be as definite a commercial reality as is the wireless telegraph. The invention seemed to take more definite shape the other day by the announcement of the plans for a tower which is to be erect ed at once on the top of the new Ter minal Building on Park Avenue and Forty-first Street.
 The building itself is twelve stories high and when the tower is completed the tips of the poles will be about three hundred feet above the street. The Radio Telephone Company Is the pro- moter of the new invention and it claims that when the new tower is com pleted it will be possible to transmit wireless telephone messages 250 miles.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
Temperance Advocates Praise
 The Great Tonic StimuIant

Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Treat. of Meriden, Conn. both suf- fered from severe stomach trouble. Both are complet- Iy cured and restored to health and strength by the use of Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey.
 Read what they say: Mrs. Treat in a letter March 30. 1908. wrote:
 ''I take pleasure in informing you of the great benefit derived from the use of Dufy's Pure Malt Whiskey. Before using this grand medicine suffered from severe stomach trouble. could re- tain no food on my stomach and was subject to vomiting spells. had no strength in my limbs and was much discouraged.
 ''I began to improve after using the first bottle, taking same in small doses as per directions, and now. after three months use. my stomach is all right. l have a good appetite and have regained my health and strength entirely. My husband also suffered with his stomach, had no appetite and was so weak and run down that he had given up his work. He was induced to use your Malt Whiskey. with the result that he is now able to at- tend to his work every day and has a hearty appetite.
 We do not approve of the improper use of any liquor. but Dufy's Pure extremely gratefuL-Mr. and Mrs. J. E.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21

An explosion at Hooking, Iowa, shattered nearly every building except the little church that 35 years ago was built at Albia and then moved piece oy piece to its new location only 10 pc practically abandoned later s founders so that when the disaster that shook the town came the coal company pre-empted the structure Tor a Sehei@ store.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21

Adeline Guitilla, a two year old baby who lives in the crowded Ghetto of Manhattan, is the wonder of that sec tion. She is in fact the heavyweight champion, for in spite of the fact that she is only twenty-four months old, she tips the scales at no pounds.
 Although she is still baby, Adelina has had to get along without the usual caresses and privileges of babyhood. Long ago, comparatively, that is some months ago. it became impracticable for mamma and papa Guitilla to allow Adelina to share their bed with them. Even at ten months, Adelfna mad to be nursed at long distance, her mother finding it necessary to rest the young giantress on a table while ad- ministering the usual meal The baby is a complete puzzle to the doctors who have examined her. They cannot ac- count for the abnormal growth.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21

The Sultan of Turkey has practically denied to Christian churches the right they have enjoyed since 1874 to pur- chase and hold real estate in their own names. one case in point being that of an American who held land In Casarea, which he was forced to deed to the Sultan on the purchase price being re- funded to him.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21

they have not yet succeeded in sinduc- ing a single victim to make the neces- sary complaint.
 As rule. the dens to which tourists are taken are run by women and most luxuriously furnished. No strangers are admitted except when brought In by the regular runners
 Many are the male and female police agents who at the order of the Prefect of Police, NJ. Lepine. have posed as un- suspecting tourists but the runners and not one has succeeded In being ae- costed.
 Here is great chance for some fear less American to do great service to his cotnpatriots who visit Paris the first time.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21

There would be less trouble if mo- body ever gave anybody advice.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
BUTLER SPRINGS HOTEL. THIS
 RESORT IS NOW OPEN

A asliqhtfuI piacs to spend the summer months An abundance of sulphur, magne- sis and chalybeate waters. none better Rates very reasonable. Write. or phone for rartIculars 10 w J. JONES,
 owner and Proprietor
 -wed-an Butler eDringA Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21

Great interest was aroused by the gift of Mrs Russell Sage of Q mile of rhododendrons for Central Park. All though the donor did not specify in her gift that there should be a mile of plants, still she did guarantee to fur nish a sufficient number to adorn the slope of the East Drive which extends fully the distance mentioned. The gift is unique not only because of the great quantity of plants, but because of the great expense Involved for this single decoration to the grounds. When the work is finished 1t is doubtful if $50.- 900 will cover the cost. Of the hybrid plants alone there are more than 5000 and every one of them came from over the sea each in a separate package. A great many of the plants were bought in Belgium which~is noted for the hybrid rhododendron.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21


 A crowd of visitors at the Bronx Geological Gardens had the opportunity of witnessing real bear fight the other day that lasted for forty-five minutes and was the real thing" while 1t was on. The contestants were "Crazy Mike" a huge Japanese bear, and Fritz an American black bear. For a long time there has been bad blood between them. but they have been kept in separate cages.
 For months Crazy Mike" has tried to solve the mystery of the lock on the door that separated the two com- partments. On the day of the battle he had managed to open the door, and en- tering his enemy's cage he began bat tIe
 Slashing and ripping with their teeth. the ponderous animals tore, scuffled and rolled from end to end of the space. pausing occasionally to exchange blows with their paws like strokes from steam hammers. Tufts of fur flew from the whirling fighters as they feinted and snapped for a throat hold.
 The battle ended in a draw, each or the contestants suffering severely but relinquishing his hold only when beaten almost into insensibility with clubs and iron bars which the keepers employed to separate the belligerents.
 number of students of Columbia University are engaged in a unique oc- cupation. The scene of their labors is in the Bronx and the object of their work is to gather dragon flies and devils alarming needles. They are em- ployed by the Brazilian Government. who intend to use the flies for the pur- pose of exterminating mosquitoes. The dragon fly Is one of the worst enemies the mosquito has.
 Tabby, a maltese cat, owned by Brooklyn woman recently gave birth to four kittens, perfectly formed. but bound a perfect Siamese quartet. Three other kittens that came at the same time had seven toes on each forefoot. The freaks attracted so much attention that the owner drowned them.
 The New York Dispensary. which has existed for more than 11S years in Centre Street has moved to Grand Street The old dispensary which has been a boon to the poor families in the Collect Pond" district for more than a century, has been a help to thousands of them. It has been supported mainly by the old, wealthy Knickerbocker families, including the Roosevelts, Astors, Vanderbilts and Goulds, and only a nominal charge has been exacted for medical advice and the filling of prescriptions.
 The old building. which is at the northwest corner of White and Centre Streets. is to be torn down to make room for the new subway extension.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
PINE GROVE LODGE

Centrally located at HendersonvilIe, N. c. Famous for beauty of its grounds same for last several years, stiil guarantees satisfaction to guests Family hotel with all conveniences run by a home maker at reasonable rates Own cows fur nish abundance of fresh milk and advance arrangements for country produce. Rates Ss to S12 per week. Special rates to large parties and for June and September. No taken. Reference. S. S. Crit. tenden, phone PAST. Montgomery.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
STRAY TOPICS
 FROM NEW YORK

New York. June 2o--(Speciai)--One of the first questions that people ask each nowadays when they meet in New York is. Have you seen the ''Squegee."
 The name itself might suggest either hundred headed monster or the latest fad in woman's gowns. As a matter of fact the 'Squegee," is a department to clean the asphalt pavements of the slimy, oily coating produced by the dripping from automobiles. This has been a problem for some time, as oil soaks itself into the pavement in such manner as almost to defy cleaning. The 'Squegee" however, bids fair to accomplish the work in a most satis- factory manner, because 1t is new, is painted bright red and has its unique name emblazoned on 1t in big white letters 1t is attracting a great deal of attention. So far the new water wagon has been used only on Fifth Avenue. but if after a thorough test the cart is found to be wholly prac- ticable, more will be purchased for other sections of the city.
 The "Squegee" carries q circular water tank, which sprays water as the wagon travels along In the rear is a rotating rubber cleaner which revolves and cleans up the slime.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-06-21
MRS. E. 0. BEDELL.

Hendersoaviiis. N. c.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21
COUNTY NEWS.
BRISTOL.

Edison Durfee returned to Norwich
University Monday.
Miss Lapan of Middebury is a guest of
Mr.. and Mrs. Nelson Merrill.
Frank Wood, who has been visiting
his father, E. A. Wood, returned to Bos-
ton Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. E. E. Morgan of Burling-
ton were guests of Mr.. and Mrs. w. j.
Gaudette Monday.
A large Taft and Sherman flag was
flung to the breeze on Main street Mon
day afternoon.
Mrs. Caroline Ray is at home from
Long Point.
Mrs. c. L. Bartlett is visiting relatives
in Burlington.
Miss Maud Wright is spending week
with relatives in Rutland.
Harry Rice has returned to Rutland.
The Colby reunion was held Tuesday
afternoon at Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Colbys
Charles Rider of Burling ton is visiting
relatives here.
Martin Rider is at home from two
weeks at Long Point.
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Dumas are visit
ing in Vergennes.
Loren Steadman has entered the en-
ploy of ii. e. Gleason in Montpelier.
Miss Jane Page of Queen City Park is
in town for few days.
w. C. Bingham has been visiting his
parents in Cornwall.
Mrs. Carrie Lyzott of Vinehead, N. Y,
and Mrs. Hannah Hill of Stamford,
Conn, are visiting in New Haven.
DIR. E.. A. Tobin has returned from
New York.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21
BOYS AND GIRLS.
Children Will Make Fine Showing
at the Bio Fair,

The boys and girls from the Industrial
school at Vergennes will do their part to
make the big fair a success. They are
coming down in full force, and will have
fine and interesting exhibits at Horticul-
tural hall. The girls will show their
skill in the essential arts of dress-making
and cooking, while the boys will show
their work in the making of shoes, which
is done to quite an extent in the schools,
the lads making all those worn by them
selves; and they make them in good
shape, too. Another art in which they
excelis the making of butter, an exhibit
of which product will be made at the
fair. They have gotten out a pamphlet
on butter-making that has won the ap-
proval of Prof. j. J.. Hills of the State
agricultural experiment station, and will
give 1t away to patrons of the fair. This
pamphlet is printed by the boys at the
school. Other work, showing what good
training is given in our State Institution,
particularly in the good drawing done by
the boys, will be shown This exhibit is
only one of the numerous attractions of
the "Best-Ever" fair, and no one can
afford to miss it.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21
EAST MlDDLEBURY,

The village schools will commence
Tuesday morning, Sept. s.
Cloyce Reed of Rutland visited his
people during the week.
The Misses Mildred and Pauline Ross
of New Haven, Conn, are visiting their
people here.
There will be no service at the NJ. E.
church Sunday on account of the camp
meeting at Spring Grove
Miss Mabel Boardman was in Burling-
ton on Tuesday of last week.
Rev. and Mrs. B. B. Bosworth and
three sons of Rockford, ILL.,, recently
visited relatives here.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21
BRANDON.

Mr.. and Mrs. B. F. Miner and son of
Dorchester, Mass, were guests of Mr..
and Mrs. H. Lewis Miner Tuesday.
Mrs Richardson and daugher, Ruth,
of Montague, Mass, are the guests of
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Samuel Bacon.
The body of Warren Backmer, forN
mer resident of this town, who died
Monday at Springfield, Mass, was
brought here Wednesday afternoon on
the 1881 train and taken TO Pine Hill
cemetery for burial, which was in charge
of C.. j. Ormsbee Post. Mr.. Blackmer
was charter member of the post. He
is'survived by three SONS. =
William Doud has taken position in
Joseph Gagnon's marble shop.
Miss Alta Dean has gone to Winsted.
Conn, where she will visit some time.
Mrs. W. A. Yell of Ticonderoga, N. Y.
who has been passing several days in
town, returned Tuesday.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21

The Addison County Agricultural Society will have banner
year the weather good The entries in full and free
The grounds perfection skill and forethough
make them The town beautiful and easy and
will from both north and south The rates
the hotels and boarding houses will be heightened for the
occasion There will be good exhibits fast races excellent
and plenty Of it, the best vaudeville be had will amuse you
and everybody will be there With good weather the fair
1908 going be grander than before
You have thousand for coming and stay
Come
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21
SAILS BURY.

Mr. and Mrs. Archie Watson of Proctor
visited relatives here last week
Mr. and Mrs. G. G. Sheldon visited rel
atives in Rutland last week.
Miss Louise Nelson returned Monday
from Spring Grove camp ground.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21
Churc h N otes.
MEMORIAL BAPTIST.

MEMORIAL BAPTIST.
Union services Sunday morning and
evening-Rev. George r. Stair will preach
at both services. Sermon subjects 10 AS
q. M, The Problem of the Storm
Wind; 1880 p. m, THE Cleansing of
the Fountain"
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21

Feel languid, weak, run down? Head
ache? Stomach "off"?-Just a plain case
of lazy liver. Burdock BloodBiiters tones
liver and stomach, promotes digek zion.
purilies the blood.
Middlebury register. (Middlebury, Vt.) 1886-1937, 1908-08-21

NrnswcTth & Co. ssiis Longmsn &
Martinez L. e. NJ. Paints i'll pints and
quarts at half gallon price