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The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

ways OF America are deplorably lack.
ing In those elements which are es-
sential TO good road beds. This is not
altogether TO be wondered at The
people have been so busy in the cen
tury that has passed invading con-
stantly the newer territories from the
Atlantic TO the Pacific. making the
wilderness blossom as the rose in the
pioneer districts, that they have had
but little time and less money TO
spend in public improvements. But
now that the foundations are laid.
there 10 an eagerness TO provide the
well recognized accessories and es
sentials OF civilization. II has always
been true that the real index OF
great nation was TO be found In its
roadways. In the days OF her great
ness, Rome's military roads were the
wonder Of the world In later years
England became famous for its splen.
did public highways and perhaps no
country in all the world In these days
has more beautiful roads than France.
And there are some lessons from
France that this country can we'll af-
ford TO learn. The need Is great and
the opportunity is apparent. One rea-
son why the roads Of France are so
perfect is that not only are they ex-
cellently constructed but better yet
they are not permitted TO wear out.
Their roads and streets are measured
of into lengths or districts, each
length or district containing just as
much Of the road as one man can, un-
der ordinary wear and tear, attend to
In the way OF repairs. One man Is
given charge over each of these road
sections. He is selected on purely
business principles. No one cares
what his politics are, but he is chosen
because he has a scientific knowledge
Of the road material he is to handle
and because Of his skill and ability in
mending the roads. He patrols his
road section every hour Of the day.
He is kept supplied with paving ma
terial and as soon as he sees a rut or
worn place it is at once mended
accurately.
Contrary to the American idea, the
cost Of taking care OF the roads in
this way, Is not excessive, comparing
it with the bungling process which
mostly prevails in this country and
there is saving Of nearly forty per
work of mending is done so skiilfully
that the user of the road is hardly
aware that a patch has been made
The French system Of taking care of
the roads Is a great advance over the
bungling which prevails here. AS a
rule when an American road gets bad,
1t is allowed to go from bad to worse
until it has to be made over again and
this is not done carefully. Why can
it not be remembered that in road
building as well as in other things,
stitch in time saves nine?" When
we have thoroughly studied the
French system and adopted it, both in
the making and keeping of roads, we
shall be a happier, more comfortable
and a more prosperous people. Just
think If you can of the adoption of
such a system throughout Nebraska
with the paving of the streets of Nor.
folk and other towns, and the building
of scientific roadways, the Elkhorn
valley and Norfolk, as the great dis
tributing center of this part of the
state, would move forward to their
ultimate destiny by leaps and bounds
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20
Now look at this picture!

Living in a republic across the
Atlantic Is a man who already has all
that the Germans ask He never
fought for 1t. never talked for 1t.
Other men did. They gave their
hearts blood that he might have not
only life and the pursuit OF happi-
ness but liberty. This meant great
deal to the men who fought for it. 1t
meant that every man should have a
vote and be given a voice in the ma
tons affairs. But this man has for
gotten all about 1t. He does not vote.
He is absorbed in his own business
He cannot tell you who represents
him in the legislature or the city coun.
ell. He lodges his taxes. He takes
no interest in public affairs This man
Is an American citizen.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

What do you think OF the two pict-
ures? 1t Is we'll that the second man
is not plentiful in progressive Amer
lean communities. How would 1t do
to gather these undesirable citizens"
together and exchange them for lib
erty loving Germans across the sea
who appreciate the value of the
ballot?
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

In getting into Barcelona alive.
King Alfonso ought To be able TO ap-
preciate the feelings Of an umpire In
thirteen inning game between
ONeill and Atkinson.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

Governor Hughes has maintained
all along that he Is not presidential
candidate al all, but in spite OF all
that he dug up photographs OF him
self at 3, 6 and ~ for the magazines
10 run. It looks suspicious, TO Say the
least.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20
HIGHER THAN THE LAW.

There is a general consensus OF
opinion that there should be in this
country a greater respect ror law and
order. great wave of popular sen.
timent Is sweeping over the different
states and the nation at large which
calls for the enforcement OF laws,
some Of which it was hardly realized
were on the statute books. There Is
no doubt but what this is a healthy
reaction from the laxity which until
recently prevailed ignoring as it did
In many instances the existence Of
any law on many subjects OF vital
concern in the life Of any community
But granting this and appreciating
the value of law, 1t needs to be very
clearly understood that there is dan
ger of over valuing the power Of
legislation which attempts to draft
specific laws for the conduct OF all
human affairs. This would result, II
persisted in, in a Journalism which
would stife the very spirit Of liberty
and cause the republic to die Of dry
rot.
The truth Is that the measure of
the progressive attitude and intelli-
gence Of a people is found not so much
within it's laws but in those move
| tg nd oil ~ q
things which transcend and are high
eT than the law.
Did you ever stop to think how
many influences there are which are
most potent in business, social and
political affairs which in reality have
nothing to do with law. In the sell
ection of candidate for the presi-
dency for instance, knowledge, deep
and profound, OF great constitutional
and legal questions is admirable. The
friends of William II. Taft believe his
acquaintance with the constitution
and the laws of the nation are a pow
erful argument in his favor. But when
It comes to his nomination and elect
tion this fact will have very insignifi
cant weight in winning votes, com
pared to the never failing courtesy
the large hearted sympathy, the sell
poise and frank open minded way the
man has in meeting others. And these
qualities personified so splendidly II
such man as Secretary Taft are
found everywhere great factors II
human affairs.
In how many ways we recognize th'
things that are not done by law. Their
Is no law in the United States whicl
, provides for the naming of president
ial candidates by popular nationa
, conventions. The people simpl.
I found way of keeping the spirit
, the law by going beyond it in tn
: letter without violating it. There
no warrant in law for the Britis
cabinet, but nevertheless 1t conduct
: the business of the British empire
!. the federal meat inspection bill Is col
9 sented to, with the knowledge that
Is ultra constitutional, because II
benefits are so universally conceded
= These are few of many cases tha
=, might be cited. Public opinion in tn
!. last analysis is the most potent factc
q in right economic relations. Good an
!, wise laws properly enforced al
q essential to the peace and prosperit
"a of any people but the test OF the
n civilization is to be seen in their wit
a acquiescence in those higher unwri
" ten laws found In the hearts and mint
re OF generous and noble mindt
le humanity
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

There are compensatIons for the
common people in the pulling on OF
congregational elections. Congress has
iust added $4,000 TO the free seed
fund
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

The Bishop Of Buffalo has advised
single women 10 pray for husbands.
He might have counseled the married
women 10 pray for theirs. an we'll.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20
TWO PICTURES TO LOOK UPo,

TWO PICTURES TO LOOK UPON
A good picture is more effective
than a very profound sermon. The
sending OF the battleships into the
Pacific 10 worth more than whole vol.
umes written about the greatness OF
America. The Japs and the Chinese
will see them and as Secretary Taft
says they will be a great object les
SON" There Is need here at nome
OF seeing things.
Look on this picture.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

One critic says that the armor plate
on our battleShips b too low. And II
comes at t5ib per ton. at that
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

What is it that makes everything
look so green on the seventeenth OF
March?
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

They ought to put up signs near
each school building: Roller Skate
Crossing. Look out for the skaters"
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

A boys mother generally knows It
about six months before any OF the
rest of the family when ne plans to
get married.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

Every automobile in Norfolk can go
faster than any other.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

The News won't have space until
Saturday to print a list of the guests
at that boxing bout. Watch the So
ciety column for it.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

There is constantly growing de-
mand that other people be good
The man who most frequently com
plains OF bad luck is the first to go
fishing in the spring.
A woman's idea of good luck is to
have the fire whistle blow when her
hair is combed and she is ready 10
run.
1t is a good rule to pass lightly
over the mistakes Of others and pay
good deal OF attention to those you
make yourself.
II have many crank notions" said
a man today. "but so far have never
attempted TO adopt q child from en-
orphan asylum" .l.a
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

With glove contest going on, it was
not surprising that nearly every Nor
folk man, regardless of politics, had
to attend the republican convention
last night.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20
AROUND TOWN.
grow

Political promises are not always
bankable paper
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20
ATcAIsoN GLOBE SIGHTS.

There is a constantly growing de-
mand that other people be good
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

You might as well consent to their
playing keeps, for they'll do it any
way
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

Even the grass took the hint and be
ban to turn green.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

Now that congress has put back
the motto, "In God We Trust" on the
American dollar, confidence ought to
be fully restored.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

Do roller skates come within the
province of the state railway commits
sion? Or will it be up to the city
council to pass a speed limit?
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

st. Patrick's day does many thingo.
'It was her birthday and st. Patrick's
day, and hypnotized her." one Nor
folk man said, in speaking of his st.
Patrick's day bride.
The Norfolk weekly news-journal., 1908-03-20

One man in Norfolk is said to have
dated up check to the eighteenth on
Tuesday, under the impression that
March II Is a legal holiday.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
THREE HUNDRED DROWN,
Typhoon In China Causes Much
 kLoss of Life.

Canton, July 29.-The Chinese steamer Ying King, engaged in local passenger trade, foundered during a typhoon. Three hundred Chinese are known to have drowned. Only twelve of those on board were rescued. The typhoon was terrific one, and the Ying King soon went to the bottom It was with the greatest difficulty that those saved were rescued, it re quiring extremely heroic work.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
DR. DYcUS DEAD.
Body Terribly Mutlated Found on
 Track Near Wichita Falls.

Wichita Falls, Tex. July 29.-The body of pr. Earl Dycus, formerly of Fort Worth, aged twenty-two, was found Tuesday morning on the Fort Worth and Denver track about two miles from this city He had been dead several hours. The body was found by train crew and was mutt lated and cut almost beyond recog- milton. It is believed he met with foul play, although the manner of death is confirmed.
 He was a son of the late Judge F. E. Dycus of Fort Worth and promi- nent. He removed to Archer City re- gently. At Wichita Falls Monday Dr. Dycus quarrelled with two men whom he said were trying to rob him. These men have disappeared. Officers are Investigating.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Balloons and Fireworks.

Cincinnati, July 29.-The end of the Taft ceremonies, which took place Tuesday night, was marked by the re. lease of hundreds of tiny balloons and a considerable number of large ones.
 The festivities were brought to an end by the night programme of fire works from the hills. which surpassed any previous display. This was wit messed by the candidate. the notifica, ton committee and distinguished guests from the steamer Island Queen, which was escorted up the Ohio river by a flotilla profusely illuminated. When the alnding was made. shortly before midnight, Taft was escorted to the Taft residence.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Struck by Typhoon.

Hongkong, July 29.-A typhoon struck Hongkong, causing unusually high seas to run. A number of Chi nese were drowned. Members of the crew of the British Cruiser Astraca with search light started out in cut. ter to rescue the thirteen men who were fighting for life against the an gry waves. After an hours battle they succeeded in rescuing six of them the others being drowned. rJo dam. age of any European vessel is report ed. The property damage on shore is heavy.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
RAV'sHER SOON ROASTED
Mob Wreaks Vengeance Before
 Hunt County Courthouse.
BURNED ON THE SQUARE.
Ted Smith, . Negro, After Miss Viola de Lancey Identifies Him, Is Taken From Sheriff, Wood and Oil Utilized and Converted Into Ashes.


 and Converted Into Ashes.
 Greenville, Tex, July 29.-As Miss Viola de Lancey, sixteen years old, residing near Clifton, about five miles west of Greenville, was returning from getting mail from the rural delivery box, quarter of a mile away. at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon, a young ne- gro lying in some weeds jumped up and striking her with pistol criminal ly assaulted her. She was found some time afterward unconscious, but re- vived and told of the terrible treat. ment she had received.
 A telephone message to this city re- suited in the sheriff, deputies and po- lice repairing to the scene. By this time the entire Clifton community had been aroused and started in pursuit. The wretch, named Ted Smith, was surrounded in the Caddo bottom. He managed to escape, but was captured about dusk on Wes Chumley's place, west of here, by two officers. The latter took him into the brush. The officers eluded the mob and at 33O o'clock Tuesday morning Marshall Norman lodged the negro in jail
 All Monday night crowds were on the square At 6 o'clock a mob went to the jail, but Judges Montrose and Thompson and Sheriff Hemsell made talks and the crowd left.
 At o'clock Tuesday morning the crowd promised not to moiest Sheriff Hemsell while he took the negro to the girls home. She was sitting on the gallery and when she saw the ne gro said That is the 'nigger'," and fully identified him. The sheriff brought him back and nearing the jail mob surged around the buggy and taking Smith dragged him to the square. On the northwest corner they put a rope around his neck to hang him. Some called out to burn him. The crowd dragged him to the south side, soaked him in oil put load of wood over him and set the pile on fire. He was burned to ashes. The crowd was large but orderly.
 During the burning an old negro made remark about it being too bad. He was severely horsewhipped.
 An immense concourse witnessed the negro burn and the excitement was tremendous. Every window on the side of the court house where the cremation occurred.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Demonstration For RandeII.

Sherman, Tex. July 29.-Friends Of Hon. Choice B. Randell. congressman from this, the Fourth congressional district, are preparing for monster demonstration in his honor here on Aug. 14, at which time his friends from all parts of the district. composed of Grayson, Fannin, Collin. Hunt and Raines counties will be invited. The demonstration will take place in the evening, and there will be torchlight procession and banquet at Old Set tiers park.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Claims Made.

Austin, July 29.-Acording to re- turns received Tuesday at the David son headquarters, his majority is now given at 1S,000. It was announced that many counties are yet to be heard from that are Davidson counties. It is estimated his majority will now reach nearly 30,000. Comptroller Stephens announced his majority so far is 12.000 and that it will reach over 15,000. Robison, for land commits sioner, claims to have over 10000 ma. jority
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Senator Bailey Informed.

Bay City, Tex, July 29.-The Anti. Bailey Democratic club of this city sent this telegram to Senator Bailey: Joseph w Bailey, Waldorf-Astoria New York City. Attorney General Davidson was renominated by the Democrats of Texas. Signed, Anti. Bailey Democratic Club"
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
6ollermaker Drops Dead.

s.saiestine, Tex, July 29.-George .,'iley' :, an employe of the Information. al railroad in the boiler shops. drop. isan n.u aead while at work Tuesday. He roas ,1"ses family. He had been with the {. .oad many years. He was we'll along :" years and became overloaded.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Drawhead Pulled Out.

Madill, Okla, July 29-While leav. ing Madill the Frisco Meteor, north bound, met with mishap. A draw. head pulled out, ditching the mail car. Frank Sproule, the mail clerk, son-in law of Mayor Acheson of Denison, was seriously injured.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Brady Man Winner.

Austin, July 29.-Tn the contest by members of the Texas State Sports. men association for the Houston Chronicle championship trophy cup Lee Jones of Brady won the cup, his score being forty-nine out of pos sible fifty. There were thirty-six en- tries.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Had No Manager.

Palestine, Tex, July Ex-Governor Campbell has returned to Austin. He expressed himself as being gratified at the splendid majority given him by the people of the state. The gover- nor says he has never had campaign manager, has never needed one, and does not expect to need one.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Thirty.Six Indicted.

~ Mew York, July 29.-Thirty-six men vra y.,e indicted by the Kings county
 lat;n lnanu lury Tuesday on charges of vio tr.ug tr.ag the anti-gambling laws at race of ths' th Those indicted include some m mo .he most prominent men who for. rirasy iy occupied stools in the betting
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Bryan Back at Home.

Lincoln, Neb., July 29.-W. J. Bryan arrived here Tuesday and went at once to his home at Fairview. The trip from Omaha was without incl dent. Mir. Bryan expressed satisfac tion at the selections of the subcom- mittee of the national committee and was highly gratified at the reception accorded him in Iowa and Nebraska
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Baseball Blow Fatal.

Temple, Tex, July 29.--At Oenaville Will Fitts a white boy engaged in playing baseball received a blow in the neck from the ball while at bat, the injuries resulting fatally in few hours. Deceased was twenty-four years old
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Ordered to Honduras,

Honolulu, July 29.-The armored cruiser Milwaukee of the Pacific fleet, which arrived here from Puget Sound July "A, is understood to have re- ceived urgent orders from Washing. ton to proceed to Amapala, Honduras. The Milwaukee is now coaling and is expected to sail as soon as that is completed.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Made shroud Year. Aoo.

wr,anss' Tex, July 29.--Miss Melissa sir n,u nearly ninety years old, died ,hromaiss iss rom Paris. She made her ,nan,,.. 'wenty-two years ago and ire. 'Neh''y showed 1t to visitors.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
WiIIacy's Estimate.

Austin, July 29.-John c. Willacy, chairman of the Anti-Prohibition league, said in his headquarters here that the anti-submission had carried over the state by 3,10O majority.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Eugene w. SwindeIls Dies

da,,n an,,nicago, July 29.-Eugene w. Swim fesidoa prominent travelling man, a disa ueht l and native of Dallas. Tex,
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
Fort Worth EIks to Build.

Fort Wei~s, rYly 29.-At cost of $75,000 the local Eiks win erect on their lot a five-story building with basement.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29
EIqin euttsr saIes.

Elgin, H., July 29.-Butter sales past week were 996.O00 pounds.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29

Between the dates of Monday August 8, g o'clock a. m., and Saturday August 15, o'clock D. m., we will give to the contestant sending in the largest amount of cash, 5O,OOO votes. This applies to either old or new subscribers to the Daily or Weekly News. This ballot will be given any candidate in this contest no matter in what district they reside
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29

To one candidate in each district outside of the one securing the 50,OOO ballots, sending in the next largest amount of cash we will give Special Ballot good for 5000 votes
 This Special offer begins on next Monday morning at o'clock and will continue until Saturday afternoon, August 15 o'clock. All votes must be in this office before the clos ing hour-Saturday August 15, p. m.
The Prescott daily news., 1908-07-29

CN lists have subscribers who have not maid m their We coect M of ct ouce Every one of bem
 good substantial citizens and will pay but been unable them would considerable money to send collector those who behind their subscription and this the principle have naugad this Popularity Contest There are seven prizes be given the of which $OOOOO The prizes all of exceptional value-guaraneed
Tonopah daily bonanza. [volume] (Tonopah, Nev.) 1906-1929, 1908-07-08

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Tonopah daily bonanza. [volume] (Tonopah, Nev.) 1906-1929, 1908-07-08
!. ON CREDENTIALS.

IN
The1 credentials xsomnmittee Hel
late this afternooni, i, rs 4, Fraternity Hail
but were DELAYED semf, time at tfe
beginning of work because OF lack OF
a, ,stenogpa pher. ii Christopher GALA
han, of Holyoke, Mass. was elected
and p, III I, LineRaneh, mp:
ka, Oklahoma, i.sspgetarys9 FAEs
States and the District of Columbrt'
gave notice. eGaR contest. Each con.
test was limited to thirty minutes fN
sargumeah landothe time for presently
Etion of evid deHced duRlimited oAfter ~
extended executive session the com
mittee decided it would be proper +
hear, evidence offered bEIccnte testees
and then hearing aecQrdiAgly bega'
on Pennsylvania, sGeae d5discussioi
was sheated d anftipaHs, and the interes
OF the COMMITTEES aroused. GIN. JacS
son, ON behalf of the Dubois or anti
liNIurman factions stirIedt thef commit
btge to loud applause. when d he SAT-
| he and his associates We're trying. {
save the State for Bryan; that Mul
kmons couldn't live in Idaho AND dhfl
the laws t0f Cod and man. He sa1 g,
there was no question of disffsSs
chisement inyolyedu fisnenoa