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Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

In (which College for the Boy?" John
Corbin describing a group OF typical Amer
lean colleges and universities deals with
Princeton, a collegiate university; Har-
ward, a Germanized university; Cornell. a
technical university: Michigan, a middle
eastern university; Chicago. a university
by enchantment; Wisconsin, a utilitarian
university, with the small college against
the university and with the agricultural
college. He has personally visited all Of
the colleges described, and has made a
careful study Of their ideals and courses
Of instruction; yet the book is the reverse
Of anything heavy or academic. He writes
OF the flavor Of the undergraduate life in
the different colleges with a vivid pen and
a peculiar understanding Of the student
mind. The book will be as attractive 20
the present or prospective undergraduate
as 1t will be helpful to inquiring parents.
1t Is fully illustrated with fresh views OF
college buildings, campuses. etc. Novel in
conception and most efficiently carried out,
IL is a volume which IL sure to find an
eager audience. Published by Houghton.
Mifflin & Co.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

1t has been the constant aim Of the pub
fishers TO make The American Boy" a
definite influence for good in developing
mind and body; for broadening out ana
shaping the character in the mold Of true
manhood. One Of their notices is Make
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

1.-THE Art of Living in Good Health" by
ID. 8. sager, M. D., furnishes in convenient
form practical information regarding d.
gestion and nutrition. and throws helpful
light on vital subjects as to which the av-
erage person has entirely false theories. It
covers practically every subject connected
with hygiene in a way that the layman
can understand. Its many suggestions for
all cases OF digestive troubles are of great
value. The authors lucid and understand
able exposition Of "F1etcherism," vegetari-
anism and other modern doctrines of eatine
will be a great assistance to the busy
worker. There are also excellent chapters
on breathing, bathing, infant feeding, exer-
else and clothing, and considerable space Is
given to mental culture, or the cure OF
nervous disorders, depression and work.
Published by the Frederick A. Stokes com.
pany,
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

I'm practical Nursing the authors,
Anna Caroline Maxwell and Amy Eliza
beth Pope, the first superintendent and the
latter instructor in the Presbyterian Hos
pital School of Nursing, had two objects in
view. Their first aim was to prepare a
volume for use as a text book for nurses,
ard their second was to make It so simple
and practical, not only for nurses, but for
all persons interested in the care of the
sick. G. p. Putnam's Sons is the publisher.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

parallel of latitude, when law and order
struggled for a foothold and civilization
stood afar, is strong in the pages Of this
book. The delineation of characters is
splendidly portrayed. They are flesh-and-
blood personalities. There is something OF
mystery, bits of sharp action, color de-
scription, life. Published by the G.. w,
Dillingham; company.
Wyoming" by William Macleod Raine,
Is a story Of the west by a westerner. It
is a tale OF love and adventure under blue
Wyoming skies. A young woman, fresh
from the conventional cast, drives heI
motor car into an absorbing adventure
which is the first of a series of ramatlS
events. The gallant vagabond, Ned Ban
mister, who enthralls the hsroine's fancy,
against her will, is reputed to be a lawless
desperate of the worst type. Yet the
reader joins with the wholly delightful
young heroine in yielding him full SYM
pathy. How the mystery is solved to the
satisfaction of all is one of the pleasures
that must be reserved for a reading. The
G. w. Dillingham; company is the pub
Usher.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

"Toilers and Idlers" Is a romance Of real
people and things by John .. Mcmahon, a
rich young man, tired of a monOtonous
life. seeks diversion by going into his iron
foundry. He lives in the section occupied
by the workingmen where he meets many
surprising characters and has a variety Of
adventures. Scenes Of uptown life con-
trast wildly with the world of labor. The
Wiltshire Book company is the publisher.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

"John Kendry's Idea by Chester Bailey
Fernald, is a story of American life. John
Kendry, millionaire, young. accomplished
and well-favored, had an idea. He did not
want, as Is usual in such cases, to add an
other million or so to his fortune. He
wanted to do something for the worlds
Advancement generally-to help along,
without ostentation, the true and the beau
tiful. The success of the idea is worth
reading about. Published by the Outing
Publishing company.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

In Three Centuries Of Southern Poetry
Carl Holiday, NJ. A, has erected a monu-
ment to southern literature. The three
centuries from 1907 to 1897 he divides into
five periods-the beginning, the revolutions
airy period, the period of expansion, the
civil war period and the new south speci-
mems representing these periods are given
with a short biography OF each author who
deserves a place IN this volume. From the
quaint rhymes of colonial days to the lit
erary productions of the present time IL Il
a brief but comprehensive and thoughtful
survey of what has been lone in the soutl
to enrich the world of letters. 1t will
prove especially valuable to lovers of lit
erature and history. Published by Smitl
& Lamar of Nashville, Tenn.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

The Book Of Elizabethan Verse" is a
collection Of poetry of the Elizabethan
period in England, chosen and edited with
notes by William Stanley Braithwaite.
Thomas Wentworth Higglnson has written
an introduction in which he commends the
use of this book by students of literature.
The volume is neatly and attractively
printed and bound. Published by Herbert
b. Turner & Company.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

"The Lure Of the CITY," by David J. Bur
rell, ID. D., LII D., is dedicated to the
youth whose lot Is cast IN the city or
whose heart is turned that way; who
knows himself a man. and with eyes aloft
means to make himself a bettoc one; who.
mindful OF his need OF arms and armor.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

Macy tells, under the title Our Blind Gift
zens." some really astounding facts about
them-what has been and what can be
done to make them as happy and as use
full as the rest of US. Samuel G. Blythe,
in his inimitable fashion, retails his ex-
periences in Venice and Its Victims
THE Production of a Play" by Hartley
Davis, is a thoroughly interesting descrip-
ton of the way "the wheels go round
|, n the theatrical business. In the Straight
Talk" department DR.. William Hanna
Thomson writes further upon Insanity
as a Disease of the Blood, ar there is
discussion of such public questions as
state-owned railroads and Trinity tene-
ments. In addition there is a notable col
lection of fiction and verse.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

MY High School Days" is the title OF a
memory book for the girl graduate. Decor
ated and illustrated by J. L. Brldgman.
Here. from her entrance in high school,
through the four years to the day OF her
graduation, the school girl has a place for
recording all her interests. Printed in two
colors on highly finished paper. From the
press of the II. NJ. Caldwell Co.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

In his book entitled Long Life and How
to Attain It," Pearce Knitting. NJ. D., who
has long been professor in a medical col
lege in Baltimore, gives simple. sane, prac-
teal advice by which the everyday man
and woman may ward off disease, preserve
health and prolong life. Though written
primarily for the general reader, the scien-
tific basis upon which the book is prepared
will ommen 1t to the attention Of the
physician as we'll. The authors manner Of
presenting the matter and his experience in
adapting his advice 10 everyday life at
once the readers confidence and
enthusiasm Published by Funk & wag-
nails.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

'"Toasts and After Dinner Stories" pub
lished by Brewer, Barse & company, Chi
cago, has a wider scope than is usual with
UGH books. The selection of the toasts
has been painstaking. and the result un-
usually good. The after dinner stories are
especially clever.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

'"The Orphan" by Clarence f. Milford,
has its scenes laid in about the same coun-
try as those in his enjoyable cowboy story,
"Bar-2O." On the southwestern plains a
father and mother have been murdered by
outlaws. a ranch has been burned to the
~ground-an orphan has been left to his
fate. The boy has already absorbed much
of the plain craft OF the Indians-the
eastern blood in his veins makes double
barreled use of this knowledge. BY force
of circumstances he has to shift for himself
and it is not long before he becomes the
terror" of the country. With the develop
ment of his character there comes a love-
interest which completely transforms the
orphan. Through a most interesting sher-
If the orphan gets in charge Of a ranch
of his own. Retribution on the outlaws
who murdered his father and mother fol-
lows. The orphan and the woman he loves
come into their own. 1t is a story of ac-
ton, and the descriptions and character
drawing are good. Published by the Out
ing Publishing Company.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17
Books and Magazines

A Little Heroine Of Illinois" by
Alice Turner Curtis, is the first volume OF
Little Heroine Series This genuinely
good story for little girls, with plenty or
interest for boys also. tells Of the early
days Of the civil war, when It was very
doubtful how portions OF states adjoining
the line Of division would stand when the
final test came. This little girl has the op-
portunity to render a service of greatest
Importance to the cause of the union, and
by rare discretion and physical courage
and endurance Is equal to the occasion. II
Is a sensible and entirely pleasing story of
a time, now passed into history, in which
even children bore their part and which
children Of this day will enjoy and ought
to read. Published by Lathrop, Lee &
Shepard Co.
In his latest novel, Peter" Hopkinson
Smith has written his sixth novel and un-
questionabIy his best. 1t is the fullest ex-
preston of his belief in the better side
OF our life today in the wholesome, fine,
simple, high minded Americans Of the pres
ent moment. The steady growth in power
Of Mr.. Smiths talent as a novelist, helped,
not hindered, by his other professions OF
engineer and artist, has enabled him ia
combine in an extraordinary way the en-
thusiasm OF twenty with the knowledge
and experience Of something more thar
three times that. Published by Scribners.
"Our Little Egyptian Cousin" by Blanche
McManus, is another volume Of The Lit
tie Cousin Series" 1t is a delightfully."- en-
tertaining story of the visit of a little
American boy and his uncle to Egypt. Sew
eral weeks were spent in this visit and tbs
interesting places Of Egypt visited, with
accounts of the people whom they met
make the story more than entertaining
The Illustrations add to the interest. L. c
Page g. Co., are the publishers.
"Swift's Gullivers' Travels Retold," Is
late edition to the Eclectic Reading series
In this new volume DR.. Baldwin has re
written the famous voyages especially 70
children in the second and third years Il
school, preserving as far as possible Swift
own simple and unadorned style, and re
tanning much of his inimitable humor
The illustrations are especially attractiv
and amusing. Published by the American
Book Co.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

In THE Ripening Experiences Of Life"
the rich fruitage of wholesome thinking on
life's problems Of fine ethical perception
and spiritual apprehension of values in
things that differ, DR.. w. V. Kelley's lit
erary culture, his clarity of judgment, in
spiration and fine sympathy for all things
which made for the best in thought and
conduct, find fitting expression. Eaton &
Mains is the publisher.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

New Reading Of Evolution" by Henry
Clayton Thompson, presents a story plan.
In this work the known facts OF nature are
surveyed from the viewpoint of the individ-
ual man as a seff-conscious center of the
universe. An attempt is made to define
his true nature, to estimate his worth and
to extend his present limitations and con-
cepts. Mans place in nature is located
from his intellectual attachments and moral
character rather than from his anatomical
structure. Illustrated with pen and ink
sketches and half tone photographs. Pub
lished by the New Reading Publishing Co.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

The Adventurer," by Lloyd Osborne.
author of Baby Bullet" wild Justice
etc. is a stirring story of adventure. The
scene is laid in South America, where a
ship on wheels cruises the plains for treas
ure' and surprise follows surprise in quick
succession TIL tale will be much enjoyed
by all who like adventures, d. Appleton &
Co. Is the publisher.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

Hermann and Dorothea," edited bv
waterman T.. Hewett for the elementary
study OF German, has been prepared to
meet the wishes of teachers for an edition
OF Hermann und Dorothea" with concise
notes and a vocabulary. The introduction
deals with the history of the poem and its
literary FORM while in the vocabulary the
definitions are Intended to afford a broad
culture and a valuable equipment for sub
sequent reading; a mechanical translation
is discouraged throughout. Published Inv
American Book company.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

THE Morning of Today" by Florence
Bone, is a story full of the freshness of an
English landscape. The tale is concerned
with two lovers, a dreamer. a misdlrected
ascetc and the Methodists. The char
acters are strongly drawn and the author
mas appreciated the great value of Meth
odism' Its simplicity, its ability to lead men
TO a fuller spiritual life. and has seized
upon these vital points for use in her char
aoter development, and so, though the
Methodist faith enters into the story as a
minor thread, it is the molding power in the
lives at Garth and Windygarth. Published
by Eaton & Mains.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

In 1.-The New American Type, and other
Essays" Henry d. S~edgwick, author of "a
Short History Of Italy" Essays on Great
Writer'S" etc., presents twelve essays on
literature, politics and manners, showing
the same sound scholarship and keen in
light and spontaneous humor which char
a~cterize the authors previous books. Pub
lished by Houghton, Mifflin & Co.
Omaha daily bee., 1908-10-17

plans a full equipment, that he may win
splendidly ip the hope that 1t may, per
chance. tighten a buckle Of his harness
and furnish his culver with a sharp arrow
Or two. Funk & wagnalls is the publisher.
"A Ball Of Yarn by Robert Rudd Whit
ing, is composed Of four skeins OF three
yarns each, including the Yarn ofthe Two
Tailed Pointer" the yarn Of the Sinner
Stung'' and others. Admirably dedicated to
Aranias, Sapphire and Baron Munchausen.
illustrated and decorated by Merle John
son. Published by PAU Elder & Co.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-05-05

lad in appropriate garb and closing her
act with one of the cleverest Indian
love songs presented locally since that
class of music has been in vogue. The
second turn in the olio, an Irish mono
logue, interspersed with alleged paro-
dies, didn't amount to much. Inc
weekly comedy, 1.-TWO Senator's" car
ries a goodly number of laughs and
serves to introduce Herb Bell as vo-
cal soloist. His song, IF There Hadn't
Been an Apple on the Tree" was
hit, the Fischer chorus in costumes as
sisting. Miss Bessie Tannehill intro
duced another solo, Dreams De
light" which was we'll received, while
Miss Nellie Montgomery's "Flirty
Eyes and Evan Baldwin's "One Lit
tie Dear Little Girl the chorus as
sisting in both numbers, were roundly
encored.
Thelma Van with her captivating
wink and infectious laugh, to say
nothing of her unquestionably power
full and we'll handled baritone voice,
makes the musical act in which she
appears with Jules de Verne at the
Empire this week really worth while.
The Louis brothers, in featS of agil-
ity and strength also commanded a
fair share of attention from last night
houses. The two songs presented by
Juliet Maher, 1.-The statuesque SOU
brette," were we'll received, and for
an encore the little woman did few
jig steps that pleased. The Hill sisters
are featuring a new song, California
Is the Land for Me-" which on senti-
ment alone is sure of support from a
Los Angeles audience. aside from Its
agreeable presentation, likable words
and more or less catchy air. The EN-
pire stock company closes the bill In
''The Undertaken" a comedy which.
although not new to Los Angeles, is
extremely funny. Franks as the under
taker, Eugene Topping as the returned
sea captain, Snowie Maybelle as the
girl in the case and Frank Morton as
the captains son furnish the bulk of
the comedy, with the other members of
the company appropriately cast.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-05-05

Sir Gly fight, at first both in full ar
NOR. Then, this combat proving a
draw. Sir Guy adopts Marquis of
Oueensberry rules and knocks out the
Irishnan. Great applause. Curtain;
and a witty curtain speech from the
star.
The third act finds Sir Guy awak-
ened. His dream has taught him some
thing. however, and he pretends still
to think himself back in the thirteenth
century. "They wanted the good old
days." he says. "1'll just try 1t on.
The treatment proves efhcaclous. Sir
Brian is shown up as coward the
Lady Rowena decides the present is a
nrettv good time in which to live after
all and the final curtain falls with
everybody happy both before and be-
hind the footlights except the irish
knight and his confederates, who DON
count. as by that time they're down In
the dressing rooms taking Off their
make-ups.
Mr.. Wilson gives us a broadly farci-
cal Interpretation of his role without
indulging in over-much horseplay. He
romps through the part as though he
enjoyed it, Perhaps he does. Certainly
every one else in the theater last
night. did. The supporting COM
pany too, is made up of players OF
good ability. Campbell Gollan does
excellently with the difficult role of
Sir Brian; Clarence Handysides is ad-
mirable as the dean and George Irving
is good as the Jewish broker. friend of
| Sir Brian. Mary Boland plays Lady
Rowena satisfactorily
The farce is excellently staged and
| finely acted. Moreover, it is genuinely
funny. You ought to see It.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-05-05
Wornen's Clubs

HAT Mrs. William Baurhyte has
consented. to stand for the office
- of vice president of the Califor-
nit State Federation of Womens clubs
is news that will delight every club
woman in Southern California. Mrs.
Baurhyte's decision to accept the
nomination was formally returned to
Mrs. Florence Collins Porter, chairman
of the Los Angeles district, late yes
terday afternoon.
Mrs. Baurhyte, who is woman of
strong and convincing personality, Is
one of the best known club women
In this section of the state and Will
carry the solid vote OF the southern
delegation.
The office of president has been con-
ceded to the north .rn part of the state,
and Mrs. James B. Hume, prominent
club woman of Berkeley, will be placed
In nomination. In connection with
these two nominations 1t Is pleasant to
note that Mrs. I1ume ad Mrs. Baur-
hyte were acquainted when they were
girls and their association, if both are
elected, will be inaugurated on that
most pleasant of all footings, mutual
memories of the days when we were
young
Mrs. Baurhyte has been this year
chairman of the department OF philan-
thr, ply in the Los Angeles district.
and although this Is the first year
the portfolio has been part or the
state federation work, under the able
direction of Mrs. Baurhyte, the idea
voiced in the resolution at the state
meeting Ito help and protect laboring
girls and women" has received sub
stantial impetus in and about Los
Angeles
Los Angeles herald., 1908-05-05
MRS. w. H. BALDRloeE

organization In acknowledgement OF
their having held every elective office
in the state.
The oldest chapter in California is
the Escondido, which was organized
ty Mrs. Carver, who was its first presi-
dent. with Mrs. Baldridge acting as
vice president. Since then these two
members have filled every other elec-
tive state office.
The medals, which are gold, bear on
one side emblems peculiar to the p. Z
o. soroity, while on the other side is
the marguerite, which is the chosen
flower of the order.
Members of the organization were
entertained by Mrs. Carver at a pret-
tily-appointed luncheon Saturday
Among the guests were Mesdames f
A. Schneider of Mount Pleasant, Ia;
Alice Briggs, Marie Dickson of Redon-
do, ]. B. Sexton. John Hutchins OF AL
hambra, Clara Rominger of Long
Beach, Laura Joyce. Lillian Reynolds,
]. P. Anderson, w. H. Mayne, the
Misses Winans, Miss Belle Hall and
Miss Durgin.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-05-05
REV. R. ]. BURDETTE TO
SPEAK AT SAN FRANCISCO
Pastor of Temple Baptist Church Is
Urged by Governor to Address
Officers of Fleet and
Prominent Men

Rev. Robert j. Burdette, D. D., pas
tor of Temple Baptist church, is to
deliver an address at the banquet to
be given at San Francisco in honor OF
Secretary of the Navy Metcalf and
the officers of the visiting Atlantic
fleet Thursday night.
Pastor Burdette at first wired the
committee that he could not do SO, as
it necessitated his leaving his church
before prayer meeting Wednesday
might. But protesting kilograms were
returned, Governor Gillett urging him
to come for patriotic reasons and get
ting General H. G.. Otis to use his in
fiuence. Accordingly the pastor saw
his board of deacons, his trustees rep
resentatives and his other church Of
ficers and they told him that he might
go and address the navy If he would
not enlist and turn chaplain. Rev. DR..
Burdette leaves tomorrow for the
north, returning in time for his church
services next Sunday.
Los Angeles herald., 1908-05-05
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Los Angeles herald., 1908-05-05
Flower Fete at San Rafael

The charming al fresco affair that
had been planned for Saturday last at
the beautiful Foy place on San Rafael
rancho, has been postponed until Sat-
urday, May g.
The many children and grown-ups
who had looked forward to an after
noon with Alice and her May day
friends and were disappointed by the
unusual rainstorm. are eagerly await
ing the deferred pleasure.
In the hope that the exquisite display
of flowers which had been arranged
might partially fulfill the purpose of
their exhibitors, a great box of the
fragrant blooms were sent late Satur-
day night to the torpedo flotilla at San
Pedro as a farewell greeting to the
men and officers.