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The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06

London, Jan. 30.-The most rare
 event of London winter, clear and
 sunny day, favored the royal proces
 sion to Westminster Wednesday
 where King Edward opened parha.
 ment with the same ceremonies that
 have been observed for centuries. King Edward and Queen Alexandra rode from Buckingham palace to the house of parliament in 8 gilded coach of state drawn by eight white horses. They were attended by the officials of their households in other state car riages and on horseback St. James Park and Whitehall were unusually crowded and the soldiers who guarded the way had their hands full in keep Ing the people back.
 A thousand officials including peers, members of the house of commons, bishops, judges and diplomats, many of them attired in uniform or robes of state, filled the chamber of the lords when a fanfare of trumpets at two o'clock announced the entry of the state procession.
 King Edward read the speech from the throne. Queen Alexandra was seated on a chair of state at his right; the prince and princess of Wales were on his left. and he was surrounded by group of state officers.
 The menace of an outbreak on the part of the women suffragists of Eng land gave an unusual interest to the formal proceedings of the day. While 1t was not anticipated that the agita- tors would disturb the king, they threatened to make things interesting for the members of the house of parlia- ment particularly if there was no men, ton of suffrage in the speech from the throne.
 Greater precautions could not have been taken if an anarchist uprising had been feared. The only ladies ad- mitted to the galleries of parliament were those for whom members vouched in writing as their wives or relatives, and the police who were on duty around Westminster and through out the houses Ol parliament were in- structed to keep special watch over all women.
 Premier Sir Henry Campbell Banner man, whose health is still feeble. was the only cabinet minister absent when King Edward ascended the throne.
 His majesty in his speech referred in conventional words to the visit of the German emperor which he said could not fail to confirm the friendly relations existing between the two powers. to the death of King Oscar, of Sweden and the conclusion of the Russian agreement Acting in the spirit of this agreement, in spite of the complications in Persia, the two governments had maintained a policy of peace.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
STIGLER JAIL BROKEN.
Five Desperate Prisoners Make Their Escape Murderer, Robbers and
 Horsethieyes Loose.

Stigler, Ok, Jan. 29.-Five prisoners made their escape from the Haskell county jail here last night by cutting through brick wall faced with concrete. They used parts Of aniron cot in one of the cells as a tool to effect their escape.
 The breakaways are:
 Will Robinson, charged with murder.
 Jack Williams, unlawful deal- ing in whiskey.
 Jesse Morgan, burglary at Keota, stealing watches.
 John Lamb, horse thief, who stole horses from a blind peddler near McCurtain.
 George Moore, stealing cattle near McCurtain.
 Two posses were formed as soon as the escape was discovered, one led by Sheriff Allen and the other by Deputy Sheriff Hockmau. They have blood hounds lately received, and as the trail was not cold they hope to have the run aways soon rounded up.
 There were ten prisoners in jail at the time but five of them refused to take advantage of the opportunity.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
MR. DONAGHEY AT STUTTGART.
Denies Staten ent of Mr. McFarlane,
 but Not In His Speech.

Stuttgart, Jan. 29.-George W. Donaghey, candidate for gov- ernor of Arkansas at the coming Democratic state primary, spoke here tonight at the, opera house. He addressed a large audience. Mir. Donaghey made no reply in his speech to the accusations of K. w. McFarlane, another candi- date for governor, who says MT. Donaghey was partner in bid on the new Arkansas state house with Tom Cox, the "arch. boodler' of the state.
 Mir. Donaghey was asked con cerning the accusatsous of Mo. Farlane at tue hotel after he had delivered his speech. He said the statements of McFarlane were untrue and that the Supreme court records would bear him out in that statement. He would say nothing else concerning the matter, however, and did not state whether he would attempt to get retraction from McFsr- lane of the latter's statement con- corning him.
 MT. Donaghey also spoke at De Witt today.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
In Memorium.

As 1t has been the will of an All Wise Father who doeth all things well, to remove from our midst our dearly beloved sister, Fannie Cole, who has been a faithful member of the Rebekah order for several years, ever ready to lend helping hand to the afflicted and needy,
 Be it Resolved, That our Chapter be draped for thirty days in respect due our dear sis ter, and that we extend our deep est sympathy to the dear relatives who are left to mourn. May we feel that what is our loss is Heavens gain; and may we be more strongly cemented in the bonds of Friendship, Love and Truth.
 Be It Further Resolved, That these resolutions be published in The Mena Evening Star, also in the Beacon Light of Little Rock and copy sent to the bereaved family. And may these resolu. tons also be spread upon the minutes of our lodge.
 Dora Lindsay
 Mollie Pool
 Mabel Holt
 Committee.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
New French Machine Gun.

Although the French army remains unshaken in the belief that its new machine gun. firing $50 balls a min ute, is the most formidable in the world, certain important defects have been pointed out in all the gunnery camps where it has been tested.
 Owing to it's practically unceasing fire gases generate. which throw it out of gear, though in some cases 10000 shots have been fired without revealing any fault. The arsenal at St. Euenne has been furnished with de. signs for notifications which will remedy the defect, allowing for which officers believe that no regiment could advance 800 yards without most of the men and horses being hit, owing to the guns differential action.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
ORPHANS HOME.
Young Woman of Hot Springs Wins Sue
 cess in Her Efforts for Orphans.

Hot Springs, Jan. 0.---Through the instrumentality of Miss Ade- laid May. young society woman of this city who prefers the work of securing the orphans and friendless to that of the paths of frivolity and pleasure, thts week has seen the finishing touches added to handsome three-story modern structure erected for use as an orphans home.
 { Not One<cent has been solicited from the people of Hot Springs, for the young woman has con- vinced the powers who handle the money that the necessary funds would be much easier to secure after the home was built than before and by some clever financing she has the home erect ed and ready for occupancy.
 A large number of children have already been taken from various portions of the state and the new home will be almost filled on the first day of its open ing which is said to be not far distant.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
Sloo Reward. xIoo

The readers of this paper will be pleased to learn that there is at least one dreaded dis ease that nature has been able 10 cure in all it's stages and that is Catarrh. Halls Catarfh Care K the only positive cute now known to the medical fraternity. Gatarrh being con- stitutlonal disease, reqoires constitutional treatment. Halrs Calaifrh Cure is taken In telnany, acting directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces Of the sys,em, thereby des- troving the foundation of the disease. and gfyina the patient strength by building up the constitution and assisting nature in doing it's work. The ropIetors. have so much faith ln fis curative powers that they offer One Hundred Dollars for any case it fails to cure. Send for list of testimonials. Address:
 F. l. CHENEY X CO, TeledQ.O.
 Sold by all druggists, 75c.
 Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
A Large Lemon.

MT. and Mrs. G. Tanner re- turned homo last week from a visit of several weeks with rela- tives at Welch, La. MT. Tanner brought back with him curiosity in the way of a lemon. This monster lemon, which was grown in Louisiana, weighs over two pounds and measures Is inches in circumference.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
A Risk.

Many man has by simple econ omy laid the foundation of for tune"
 Yes" answered the man who doesn't figure closely. but by the time you get your fortune you are so liable to be grounded in habits of economy that you won't enjoy spend ing the money"
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
DISTRICT CONVENTION.
February 25 Will Be Big Day for the
 Rebekahs in Mena.

Arrangements are being made by the local Rebekah lodge for the district convention which will be held in Mena, February 25.
 There are six lodges in this district and these conventions are held every six months. A special program Is being arranged and the coming meeting promises to be a splendid success.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06

Why not make $500 and more per day selling new Automatic Fastener for either skirts or trousers2 Unrivaled agency pro- position because repeat sales are guaranteed. Mot sold in stores) Write for special offer to repre- sent us. Automatic Hook and Eye Co.,, Hoboken, N. J. 4 w2t
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
Minnesota Farm for Sale.

Good 320 acre farm iu south western Minnesota. Will trade for property in Meua or vicinity thereof. Address, F. A. Tomlin- son Mena, Ark. "A wit
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
Solitude Cures Crying.

"The best way to cure yourself of crying is to live alone" said the woman. q used to cry an awful lot when I was married. but hardly ever do now. It's the saddest thing in tho world to hear yourself crying all alone in your hat, and what's the use, any way. if there is nobody around to say: There! Therei"
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
Hones Realized.

Editor-So this joke is absolutely original with you?
 Humorist--lt is.
 Editor-Well, now, isn't that inter esting? For years and years I have wished that some day could see the originator of that joke. -Somerville Journal.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
Explanatory.

Why are you raising the price of milk two cents?" asked the housewife grimly.
 "Well, you know" returned the milkman, winter Is coming on and"
 "Oh, see," resumed the woman. not softening in manner the water will be needed for making ice.'
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
THE "OTTO BROCK
 STORY FALLS HARD
The Rev. James Thomas Faces His Accusers, Disproves Their Charges The Lets Banker Hester Down
 for $1,000.

company with his attorneys, he has been on business connected with the case of James Thom IS versus c. W. Hester, of Devine, Tex, a suit for islander and libel, which was brought in Hot Springs county, Arkansas, two months ago, because Hester said Thomas was none other than a disreputable character named Otto Brock.
 Mir. Thomas has visited the "wife" whom he is charged with deserting, and all the other old citizens and taken many depo- sitions but the most important part of his visit is the statement he brings back from the man who followed the repeated requests of various Arkansas preachers and came to this state to denonnce Thomas. The substance of this statement follows:
 G. w. Hester states on oath:
 II am the same G. w. Hester of Devine, Medina county, Tex, who made an affidavit on the 18th day of November, l9C6, in which 1 stated that 1 had recognized Rev. James Thomas of Texar- kama, Ark, as being one Otto Brock, who used to live at Car rizo Springs, Tex.
 II now state that upon further investigation and after reading the dispositions of J. c. Russell, V. M. West, Judge F. Wander voort and others 1 have changed my mind and now fully believe that my former affidavit was a mistake, aud that Rev. James Thomas is not Otto Brock.
 "This affidavit is made for the purpose of correcting my former affidavit.
 II think it is due to myself aud to Rev. James Thomas and to the church to make this statement, as 10 how 1 become connected | with this matter.
 "The first I heard of the matter. man said to be Key. Franklin Moore, came to my house at Devine, Tex, in the year 1906, and talked with me about my knowledge of affairs in that section of the country and led me up to my acquaintance with Otto Brock. After that time l received several letters from different parties in Arkan. sas, including Rev. K. M. .Pipkin and Rev. Franklin Moore, invit ing me and insisting that come to Arkansas and see this man Thomas, and to state what 1 drought of him.
 Fl made trip to Arkansas few weeks after, and made this said affidavit above referred to. Since that time have had cor respondence with Rev. Franklin Moore and Rev. E.. M. Pipkin until the last few months. Since that time I have also had cores pondence with J. s. Hawkins.
 II had several letters from Rev. E. M. Pipkin inviting me to Malvern to the conference held there in November. 1907. Pursu- ant to his letters I attended tue conference, and while there made great many acquaiutances among the Methodist preachers. I do not remember the names of these preachers, excepting few.
 II have delivered to Rev. James Thomas or his attorney, the correspondence have had in reference to this matter, for such use as they may see fit to make of it upon the agreement that it shall not be used in such way as to incriminate me or cause any one else to do so.'
 This statement is also accom-. panied by compromise agree showing payment of $l, ,000 by Banker Hester to Mir. Thomas in full settlement of the slander suit.
 nISrRICT CONVENTION.
The Mena weekly star., 1908-02-06
PARLIAMENT IN SESSION
The Same Ancient Ceremonies Ob- served that Have Been in Use
 for Centuries,
kIA6 EDWARD AND QUEEN BOTH PRESENT

A Clear, Sunny Day Favored Royal Procession From Buckingham Pal ace to Westmlnster-Speech From Throne Read by King In Person. Precautions Against Suffraqists.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
DR.. DAY DISC0URSES ON
THE LIFE OF SAV0NAR0LA
Pastor of the First Congregational
Church Concludes His Series of
Sermons on "Great Men
OF Faith"

Rev. William Horace Day. pastor of
the First Congregational church, closed
his series of Sunday evening sermons
last night on Great Men of Faith"
He took for his subject last night
"Savonarola and the Golden Age of
Florence"
DR.. Day spoke of the great prophet
of the city by the Arno from his boy
hood days, when he studied as a physi-
clan, and of his early love for the
daughter of a noble house of Florence,
dwelling at some length on the young
mans remuneration of the life of ply
stefan, his entry into the brotherhood
OF ST. Domonic and his early struggles
in preaching.
The golden age of Florence proved to
be a fertile field for the prophet, and
the speaker gave a graphic delineation
of the court of Lorenzo the Magnifi-
cent.
DR.. Day described the life principles
Of the great prior of San Marco, his
final course of Lenten sermons and his
tragic death.
The address was illustrated with
splendid stereoptieon views of the
Duomo, where Savonarola preached his
greatest sermons; the bridge over the
Arno, a birdseye view of Florence, and
many historic scenes, closing with a
reproduction of an ancient painting OF
the burning of Savonarola.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
APPARENTLY INSANE
OVER LOSS OF WIFE
TELLS PATHETIC STORY OF
HER DESERTION
Ohsessed with the Idea That an Elec-
trio Battery Is In His Bed, De-
ranged Man Threatens
to Shoot

Temporarily deranged over the loss
of his wife, who eloped with another
man while in the Philippines, John A.
Fitzpatrick, who has been stopping at
the Hotel Rosslyn, was taken to the
receiving hospital yesterday, where he
will be examined as to his sanity.
The story which Fitzpatrick tells is
full Of pathos. He is a man Of power
full physique, AZ years of age, yet his
srong vitality and rugged constitution
were not proof against the heart-break-
ing experience to which he was sub
jected.
According to his account be went to
the Philippines with his wife and two
small children and engaged in his oc-
cupation of oil we'll driller While there
his wife became infatuated with an
other man and deserted him and the
children. Broken in health he returned
to the United States and placed the
children with a sister who lives at
North Baltimore. Ohio. He then came
to Los Angeles and arrived here
Wednesday night. At first he stayed at
the Rosslyn, but last Saturday en-
gagged room at 1905 West Eighth
street.
During the night, he says, he heard
a noise at the door, and being con-
WINGED that some one was trying to
force it open. he reached for his re-
volver.
Fitzpatrick was obsessed with the
idea that there was an electric battery
concealed in his bed with the current
turned on. He declares he sprang out
of bed when he felt the shock and
threatened to shoot through the door
Then he put on his clothes and ran
out Of the house. Later he was found
on Main street and taken to the hos
pital
He has a cousin who is head barber
at the Van Mugs hotel.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
CHURCH MUSIC

The choirs of the city are arranging
their programs for the summer ana IN
many churches elaborate programs
will be given during the heated sea-
son. Next Sunday Harry CLIFFORD LOU,
choirmaster of the First Congregational
church, will direct the oratorio'
"Athalie." to be given in honor OF the
forty-first anniversary of the church;
The choir, choral club, orchestra ana
organ will assist in this work.
Yesterday at Christ Episcopal
church John Douglas Walker dlrected
the program as follows:
Morning prayer: Organ-Grave and
allegro, sonata in D minor; procession
al, humnn No. $40 (Guilmant); Venlte'
Patri (Goodson), TIE Deum, festival In
B major (Clough- Leighter); Jubllate
Dec, in r (Decever); anthem, Blessed
Jesu, Fount of Mercy (Dvorak), the
quartet; hymn No. 507; Gloria Patrl
Woodwork, offertorium, 20 Lord
Thou Art My God" (Goss), the choir;
offertory sentence (Anon), amen
(Gower), occasional, hymn NO. DIV
organ postlude, c minor (Duncam.
Evening prayer: Organ, variations
on Jerusalem the Golden" (Sparks);
professional hymn, No. 523; Gloria
Patri (Goodson), "Nunc Dimittis,
chant No. 249 (Rose); evening hymn,
No. 649; anthem, THE Peace of GOD
(Gounod), the quartet; hymn No. 1888;
Gloria Patri (Goodson), offertorium, Il
Will Sing of Thy Power, o Cod (Sul-
livan), the choir; offertory sentence;
amen (Gower); occasional, hymn NO.
522; organ postlude in G (Capellen).
At the Temple Baptist church Bruce
Gordon Kingsley presided at the Or
gan.
In the morning the quartet sang a
selection from Ambrose, When MY
Feet Have Wandered; the choir gave
an anthem from Novello entitled Like
as the Hart Desireth the Water
Brooks" A contralto solo Jerusalem"
(Parker) was sung by Mrs. Nell Nc
Cune, who is taking the place of Mrs
Caroline Ellis Bacon on the quartet
during the latter's vacation. Prof.
Kingsley played Memberships Spring
Song"
In the evening the anthem was
Maunder's praise the Lord. Q Jeru-
salem" Prof. Kingsley played Gull
mant's "Nuptial March" and Mr.. Gregg
sang a tenor solo entitled 1.-THE King
of Love My Shepherd Is (Stence). The
quartet sang a closing temperance song
In harmony with the topic of the even
ing.
Music at the Independent Church of
Christ was as follows: Duet, The
Lord Is My Shepherd" Madame Bishop
and Mrs. Drake; solo, Saved by
Grace" Mrs. Drake, offertory solo,
"The Ninety and Nine,' Madame
Bishop.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
GETTING EVEN

mo. I don't believe in expensive
practical Jokes" said a San Francisco
business man, except by way OF re-
taliation."
Now last year received telegram
from a friend who was travelling in
Italy. It came collect and cost me 81;
and when I opened 1t all read was,
Thank you, am we'll
Then | sailed forth and sought me
out a cobblestone--a nice, large cobble-
stone Weighing about eleven pounds.
And wrapped it in excelsior, pink cot
ton and white paper. and boxed 1t up
in a handsome box; and sent 1t by ex-
press, collect, to my facetious friend far
across the bounding pillows.
And when he had paid his little SIS,
and had opened the box in st. Peters
burg. If l remember rightly. he found
in addition to the precious contents a
note from me that explained. This is
the load that rolled off my heart on
receipt of the news of your good
health "--Woman's Home Companion.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
sPLINTERs

On the mend--The seamstress.
The postman is d noteworthy man
Those who give the best measure usually
get the best trade.
1t is easier to keep away from oee-hiVe
than to cure sting.
Bowers-"Why, do you think that the
turkey should he a bird Of peace?
Powers-"Did you ever feel like nghtin
after eating one for your Thanksgiving
6inner7"
Every cloud is said to have silver I'm
ing, but some of 1t looks like plated ware.
Boyce-'They say that fellow mas oeen
all over the globe7"
Joyce-''what is he, explorer or
school teacher %
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
CIGARETTE STUB IN PILE OF
RUBBISH SETS HOUSE ATTIRE

The building at S21 Jackson street,
owned by w. P. Fuller, not the police
commissioner, was damaged to the ex-
tent of $50 last night by a fire which
is said to have started from lighted
cigarette stub thrown into a pile OF
rubbish. The contents of the house
were damaged to the extent of $3.50.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
Midsummer Bedding Sale

This sale so far has exceeded most sangu1ne expectations
people have bought quantities of fresh perfect blankets COM
forts pillows spreads and like bedding at the very low prices
in force during this annual midsummer sale:
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13

A very attractive and practical style
of corset cover and petticoat is here
shown, and the making of them Will
be found simple enough for any anna
teur needlewoman to attempt. The
corset cover Is one-piece model de-
veloped in embroidered batiste fiounc-
ing, the only seams being at the I'M
derarms. It fits easily, being adapted
to the neck with threading of ribbon.
while at the waistline it is gathered
to the peplum or skirt portion. The
latter may be omitted if desired and a
simple facing of material or an en-
broidered beading used as finish.
The armholes are finished with mar
row edging of lace. The short petit
coat is of circular shaping and made of
batiste, with garniture of lace. 1t may
be made with or without the yoke. A
simple gathered ruffle of lace completes
the lower edge, but If the petticoat be
made of fannelette, the correct finish
would be a scalloped edge worked in
buttonhole stitch. In the medium size
1 ga yards of 16-inch flouncing will be
needed for the corset cover, with IL
yard of 36-inch material for the
peplum, while, 2,1-2 yards of S6-inch
goods will be needed for the skirt.
Two patterns: 6151-Six sizes, 81 to AZ
inches bust measure. 6152-Six sizes, 20
to 80 inches waist measure.
The price of these patterns is 20
cents, but either will be sent on re-
ceipt of 10 cents
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
Imnroulnn church Grounds

Father Leo Garriado, who took the
place of Father Cabelleria, now on a
trip around the world, is engaged In
improving the appearance of the lawns
of the old Plaza church. Flowerbeds
will be planted, the trees trimmed and
the lawns freshly sodded.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
Any Color

Church-There are ten negro banks
in Mississippi and they organized a
State Bankers association of their
own.
Gotham-I suppose they handle all
colored money-Yonkers Statesman.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13

The business you didn't get last week.
but ought to have had--correspcrds pretty
closely to the advertising you didn't do last
----A-- ks.A arssht "a have d0na
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13

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Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13

Whatever else 1t may do, wearing
a plug hat won't give man horse
sense" remarked the Observer OF
Events and Things.-Yonkers States
man.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-07-13
MIoht Wash OF

Patience-That Miss Fussanfeathers
says the sun is very damaging to ones
complexion.
Patrice-I guess the rain would do
more damage to hers.-Yonkers States
man