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Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05
The New Footman.

Fun seems all the funnier when COM
ing from the Quakers. because 1t Is un-
looked for and in contrast with their
usual sobriety. For instance. what
could be funnier than the method used
by Nicholas VAIN, a gifted minister OF
the Friends who lived In Philadelphia
during the eighteenth century. to NOR
tify the carnal pride of his wife? The
story is as follows:
The wife Of Nicholas Vain was an
only daughter. and for those days pos
sessed a very large Inheritance. She
thought it would be suitable to her
wealth and station to have footman
behind her carriage. This wish being
frequently expressed, her husband at
last promised to comply with 1t. Ac-
cordingly the next time the carriage
was ordered for the purpose Of making
q stylish call she was gratifed to see
a footman mounted. When she ar
rived at her place Of designation the
door Of the carriage was opened and
the steps let down in a very obsequious
manner by the new footman, and great
was her surprise and confusion to rec
ognize in him her own husband.
Blushine Animals.
Poets have for ages regarded the
blush as thing Of beauty in the gen.
tie sex; but, after all. it is only a
rush of blood to the face caused by
modesty or some other emotion. Ami
mails blush. too. through fear, but the
poets say nothing about them. Horses
blush in their ears. especially the left
one When horse is frightened. his
left ear will be found to be very much
swollen. This is also the case with
rabbits. Cows and similar animals
blush just above the hoof, while the
dog uses his tail for this purpose
When Il dog is frightened, his tail
hangs limp. as he has lost all control
over it. Even insects blush. They dc
it in their antennae or feelers.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05

mo. But an ord kry mortal canno
penetrate so dax5 hg an exterior. "
observed Corrigan. ~
Alicia looked imt iently across the
green. Somehow 8 was out Of bar.
mony with the afts 1oon-disappointed
in--in herself perhlp.
Corrigan turned to her quite sud.
denly. "See here, Alicia. dc you Ike
platonic friends bttir than anything
else?" F3l
"Yes." she saidfl the syllable did
not carry convid
Better than bands. for In"
stance?"
Alicia's color dee ed. Things were
more interesting at all.
81 never had one she laughed. and
her voice was ltd tremulous.
"rhen it's only |GoryT Corrigan
stepped closer
"Of course" she Replied, looking up
into his now earn(fHyes.
Listen" he ss fifty. Couldn't
you be platonic f'l with every one
'':; s.: ; =: +: r: 6; one ,, ,,=: o.:
her frock.
Couldn't you" 1is big voice was
vibrant with emotiolf
IL might" she emitted. "but first
let me tell you I l1 you better than
all the rest. I likaltou better than I
could a mere frie IL just hoped
and hoped you 4ldn't agree with
me, Dick"
"It's with Plato disagree" :
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05
Best Healer In the World.

Rev. F. Starbird, of East Ray
mond, Maine, says: I have used
EuCklen's Arnica Salve for sew
eral years, onmy old army wound,
and other obstinate sores, and find
it the best healer IN the world. I
use it too with great success in
my veterinary business. Price
25c. at T. E. Wannamaker drug
store.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05
Weak Women

To weak and ailing women. there Is at least ono
way to help. But with that way. two treatments,
must be combined. One Is local. one Is constitu-
tonal. but both are important. both essential.
DR.. Shops Night Cure Is the Local.
Drs Shops Restorative, the Constitutional.
Theformer-Dr Shoop's Night Curey lisa topical
mucous membrane suppository remedy. while Dr.
Shops Restorative is wholly an internal treat
ment. The Restorative reaches throughout the
entire system, seeking the repair OF all nerve,
all tissue, and all blood ailments.
The Might Cure. as its name implies, does III
work while you sleep. It soothes sore and tndsm:
ed mucous surfaces, heals local weaknesses and
discharges while the Restorative, eases nervous
excitement, gives renewed vigor and ambition:
builds up wasted tissues, bringing about rsneHed
strength. vigor, and energy. Take DR.. Shoogs
Restorative-Tablets or LQuid-asa general tonic
TO the system For positive local help. use as well
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05
No Use 10 Die.

81 have found put that there is
no use to die OF lung trouble. as
long as you cal1Aget DR.. Kings
New Discovery, ys Mrs. J. P,
White, of Rusht Pa. II would
not be alive tod enly for that
wonderful medic 1t ,loosens
up cough q than any
thing else, an lung disease
even after the e(6e Mpronourced
hopeless +" TIL moAt reliable
remedy for coual and colds, la
grippe, asthma, bronchitis and
hoarseness, is soH under guaran-
tee ut T. E. Wnnamaker drug
store. 50c. and ECO. Trial bot
tie free. ~
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05
The Afqhans.

Native Afghan historians assert that
the inhabitants of their country are the
lost ten tribes of Israel. According to
these chroniciers, the Afghans are de-
scended from Afghana, the son Of a
certain jeremiah, who was the son Of
King Saul. The eastward removal Of
the seed of Afghana is attributed to
NebucladneZZar.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05
AIiCia'S
PIatOnicS.
BY BEATRICE BENNETT.
Copyright, 1907, by P. c. Eastment.

Deep down in her own heart every
woman has pet theory. 1t may have
been exploded number Of times to
her apparent satisfaction. but secretly
and with feminine Inconsistency she
clings 10 it.
Alicia had such theory, but she did
not keep 1t buried in so, inaccessible
dungeon as the, bottom Of her heart.
Indeed. she wore 1t on her sleeve. It
was her favorite theme Of discourse.
and the more it was disproved the
more persistently did she revive it and
champion it
And it MT p ....sa fbaf tsds tiea.ss Al.iiaas
iig6t IL discusstr trgHf theories with
her and promptly proceeding to dis
prove them. to that young woman's
outward disgust and secret satisfac-
ton. Her hobby was platonics-spe
clfically. platonic love.
at has been proved to me conclu-
sively," argued Alicia, with delightful
confidence. as 6anked on one side by
the ample person Of Richard Corrigan
and on the other by her squatty little
dachshund Pretzel she strolled toward
the great stone garden seat near the
sundial.
"Yes," her companion replied in
doubtful acquiescence. Ito you. But
how about the other fellow? Was he
convinced?"
"Diek. how silly! Who ever heard Of
piatonic love that wasn't platonic on
both sides? How little you know Of
the subjectw scoffed Alicia with a
mirthful little laugh.
"And yet I have known you-how
long is it?"
"Seyen months" promptly.
"And you ride your hobbyhorse at
least every other time see you." he
said, not without marked intent.
Alicia assumed a wholly unsuccess-
full air Of hauteur. "Oh. beg your
pardon. I'm very sorry I've bored you.
I shall avoid the topic in future" she
said distantly.
"Not at all. my dear Alicia. as
sure you it rather amuses me-" argued
Corrigan. observing her aggrieved at
titude with little discomfort to him
self. "In fact. don't know when
any one subject has kept me interested
for so long time"
"Indeedw The comment was preg-
nant with feeling.
1t was the first time Alicia's self
styled philosophy had been so derided,
and it nettled her.
~ should he apt to accept that rs Il
compliment" ventured Corrigan. lie
had been watching her pull crimson
rambler to pieces and scatter it over
her tiny white shoes.
Apparently she had not heard.
81 say, Alicia" he persisted.
when you are ready to open sub
ject that may be Of more interest than
any / am able to suggest l shall be
glad to talk to you," she said icily.
Corrigan smiled broadly. but sur
reptitiously. Had Alicia seen him thus
amused he would have been left with
only the crimson ramblers for compan-
ions.
"But, upon my word, Alicia. am in,
terested," he said earnestly. "I've nev'
er been so absorbed in study in my
life. Why, my dear girl, if it weren't
for my-my belief in platonic love
might never have known you so WELL
Alicia. confronted him with half
smile that, even in its semicompietion
was most attractive.
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05
eamrb,lid Metal.

eambIia Metal
Gambling in met done by means
Of buying and sellI arrants, these
being the notes 10 6ed quanti-
ties of metal -
to buy ahead lar es Of metal.
When things are bi b stocks ac-
cumulate, while As things be-
come more brisk the s taken out
Of the stores. -
An immense amo} ut of gambling is
done in connection Tith pig" as pig
iron is popularity kn{ wn. Warrants for
pig are made out in units Of 600 tons,
and payment iB rhada for the warrants
once month. Shotld man really
want 500 tons Of pig liron he obtains
warrant which authorizes him to take
800 tons out of store, hni he will be re-
quired to pay for the metal within
the month.
Supposing a man 4 bys I'm the expec-
tation that he will bf able to sell the
Dig iron at higher pfice than Is ruling,
he buys warrants According to his
means, and he has a month for things
to mature. Should tie price Of pig 60
up during the month he is able to sell
his bargain to another man, and he
pockets the differenfe. although he
has never laid down d py money in real
coin.
, Should things 60 wrong with him
and prices 60 down. then he is obliged
to pay the difference between the price
at which he bought the pig and the
price at which he is able to sell it, and
so he sustains a loss.-London An
SWers
Cheraw chronicle. [volume] (Cheraw, S.C.) 1896-2005, 1908-03-05

DeWitt's Little Early Risers,
small, safe, sure little liver pills.
Sold by T. E. Wannamaker drug
gist.
Bisbee daily review. [volume] (Bisbee, Ariz.) 1901-1971, 1908-08-09
FINE OLD TIMEPIECE
REMARKABLE CLOCK OWNED BY
INDIANAPOLIS MAN.
Was Brought from Pennsylvania to
Indiana in 1921, and Still Keeps
Good Time-Rare Piece
of Mechanism.

With the name of its maker, dead
these hundred years, written in his
own hand across its face, a tall old
corner clock stands in the library of
the home of George B. Yandes, 122
East Michigan street, indianapolis,
ticking away the time as it did in the
days before Indiana was a state and
while indianapolis was yet a little
frontier settlement of a few log cab
ms.
The clock, which has been in the
family of Mr.. Yandes for IS years,
and which was hammered and carved
out by the hand of August Hoft,
clockmaker of Lancaster, Pa, per-
haps a quarter of century before, is
we'll preserved, and although none
of the wheels or other pieces of mech
anism has ever been replaced it keeps
time almost as accurately as it did in
the days when George Washington
was president of the United States.
Brought across the mountains and
plains from Pennsylvania to Indiana
in 1921 by Mr.. Yandes' father, the old
clock has remained in Indianapolis
ever since, witnessing the growth of
the HoOsier metropolis. 1t has licked
OF the seconds consumed in erecting
the monument, the statehouse and
practically all of the public and pri-
vate buildings now standing where
wilderness of forest trees stood in the
days when it was perhaps already a
generation old.
In bringing the clock from Pennsyl-
vania to indianapolis, Mr.. Yandes'
father carried the works on horse
back, guarding it as carefully as he
would a child. Upon reaching here,
he had a case built for it by Caleb
Scudder, the first cabinet-maker that
ever settled in indianapolis. This old
case of cherry still contains the orig
inal works brought on horseback
across the mountains.
The clock is one of those rare old
pieces of mechanism, wrought entire
Iy by hand, which show not only the
hour of the day, but the day of the
month, the changes of the moon, and
the iebb and flow of the tides, on it's
face. The dial is quantity ornamented
with gold tracery and beautiful bird.
The signature Of Hoft, together with
his native city, Lancaster, is written
legibly above the Roman numeral
wi" on the dial
THE old clock Is perhaps the strong
est recollection of my childhood said
Mr.. Yandes, who is IS years of age, a
few evenings ago. Il well remember
how I thought in those days that the
man who used to tinker with IL to
keep it in good running order was the
most wonderful of men. The sound of
the old clocks gong IN striking is I'M
like that OF any have ever heard, and
to me 1t has peculiar suggestigeness.
It has the same sound 1t had In my
boyhood days, although sometimes |,
fancy it has grown weaker with
years"
In the same room with the old CLOCK
is a quaint rocking chair that has
been ia the family for about three
quarters of a century, and a sideboard
of solid mahogany. also an heirloom,
which is used now for a bookcase.
Mr.. Yandes prizes all Of the relics
highly. but takes especial interest in
the old cIock--Indianapolis Star.
Bisbee daily review. [volume] (Bisbee, Ariz.) 1901-1971, 1908-08-09
DEMOCRATS WILL
MAKE WARM FIGHT
And Storm the Great RepubIi-
can Breast Works All
Along the Line.

4
h WASHINGTON, Aug. S.-The Dem
oefats are more aggressive in this
campaign than they have been any
time since 1902. Furthermore the
patty is as thoroughly united, deter
mined, and harmonious as it was in
that famous campaign which resulted
In great Democratic land slide. Mr..
Bryan has shown great political sagac-
ilty In choosing an eastern man, Mr..
Norman T.. Mack of Buffalo, who is
thoroughly identified with the old
Cleveland wing of tae party, 70 man
/ age his campaign, and who at the
same time is a devoted and loyal fol-
lower OF the eloquent Nebraskan.
/ 1t is evident that the Democrats are
going to assume the aggressive from
/ the start to finish, and they are going
to assault and storm the Republican
| breast works all along the line While
Mr.. Roosevelt has been popular ana
patriot president, they point TO the
I fact that the Republican party at
! heart is as bitterly opposed to him as
lit is to Bryan. In fact the Republi
1 can party is thoroughly welded to the
trusts and corporate interests, and to
/ the interests of what Mr.. Roosevelt
calls the wealthy malefactors" that
Mr.. Roosevelt has been utterly unable
to accomplish any good for the coun-
ltly The great Standard oil fine of
{ 29,000.0 00 has been set aside by Stand
ard OIL Republican judges and thus de-
iprived the Republicans OF the only
legitimate evidence of real results yet
accomplished by the Roosevelt adj
ministration. In fact the Republicans
| in this campaign cannot point to
single trust that has been busted by
/ the administration, nor can it point to
a single item of relief that has been
afforded the people as the result of
the Republican administration. Fur
thermOre they point to the fact that
all Of the policies of Mr. Roosevelt
that have excited such tremendous
popularity and approval were pro
mulgated by Mr.. Bryan long before
Mr. Roosevelt ever thought of them.
In other words Mr. Roosevelt has
gained popu larity only by carrying out
Mr.. Bryan's principles which were not
only reached by Mr.. Bryan but have
been incorporated in Democratic
platforms as well, and are absent from
the Republican platform. In other
words if the people want relief they
must look to the Democrats and not to
the Republicans.
Bisbee daily review. [volume] (Bisbee, Ariz.) 1901-1971, 1908-08-09

Review Wan, Ads Bring Results.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
"GoING SOME.

A new comedy, Going Some"
written by Paul Armstrong and Rex
Beach, received its premiere at
Polls last evening and was we'll en-
joyed by the fair sized audience
present. Coming from the pens OF
such writer's as Armstrong ana
Beach, who have already made
plain their ability to scribble off sue
cesses (the latest took them only
three weeks), something good was
anticipated, and expectations were
fulfilled. The performance last
evening went very smoothly consid-
ering everything and if the audience
really enjoyed the comedy as much
as they applauded, the farce sho Id
go some and not stop even then.
The first act is rather slow, but the
second and third travel much fast
err. The fourth is fairly good with
the exception of the ending, which
seems to be rather tame. Perhaps
with a good monograph the finale
would be much better, but the Que
in use last night was evidently af-
fiicted with the grip. But 1t will be
very easy matter to perfect the ac-
ton of the last couple of minutes;
there are always numerous changes
before new production goes sailing
smoothly. The cast can be improved
upon in many places.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
COMING EVENTS.

March Tricks hall. Private re-
ception by the Laurel club.
March 1.-THE Buckingham. An
nual sociable and dance given by the
Washington Hill Athletic club.
March 17-City hall, the powerful
Irish drama, Daniel o'Connell." un-
der the auspices of Ladies auxiliary,
division S, A. o. H.
April 20--Leavenworth hall. Leap
year entertainment and social given
by the l. o. Of st Luke.
March 26-Third Congregational
church, entertainment entitled 1.-THE
Wonderful Sweet Family" under
auspices of Happy Hour temple.
April 20.-Buckingham Music
hall, reception and dance by Algon-
quin club.
April 20--Leavenworth hall, Leap
year entertainment and social given
by the l. o. of st Luke.
April 22.-Leavenworth hall. Sec
ond annual dance given by the Golden
Star Athletic club.
April 20.-Town hall, Middlebury
supper and entertainment for the
benefit of st John of the Cross church
April 24-Eagles' hall--Dance by
Amateur Polo league. fs.
April 24-Leavenworth hall. Re-
ception to young ladies of st Anne's
parish.
April 25-St Cecilia's hall, st
Stanislaus Polish school Easter en-
tertainment.
April 29-Leavenworth hall. Re-
ception and dance given by employees
Of Waterbury Buckle Co.
May 2-St Cecilia's hall, Jefferson
street. Concert and promenade given
by st Cecilia's orchestra. 's.'.....
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
MAORI

The Italian population are show
ing great interest over the appearance
at Polls ON Friday evening in ia
Tosca" of Signor Antonio Maroiri the
distinguished Italian actor. 1t is
said that he infuses into his work a
subtle vivacity peculiar to the soil of
Italy. The supporting company Of
Italian actors are in every way COM
petent as the long list of plays will
tax their versatility to the utmost.
The repertoire includes besides Ham
let, James O'Neips great play, Monte
Cristo,' Darand, Strength of Con-
science, Kean, Louis XII. The Outlaw,
Merchant of Venice, Wife of Claudio,
Othello, La Tosca, Rupe Tarpea, YES
pri Siciliani, La Cieca-de-Sorrento,
Iron Master, Two Orphans. Fra-I-
Pazzi and many other popular plays.
Prices S5c and SOC. -
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
POLLS
IN LOUISIANA"

One of the best of its kind is the
universal opinion of IN Louisiana"
which is to be seen at Polls this after
noon and evening and tomorrow
afternoon and evening. Alfred II.
Walton is the leader from the mo-
ment he appears on the stage until
the final fall of the curtain, the audi
ence is thoroughly engrossed and in
terested. 1t is joy and delight in his
Interpretation Of Joe Raleigh. While
Mr. Walton himself is pre-eminent, by
reason of his exceptional ability, his
company is good. The play is a fin
ished picture we'll put together and
skilfMly planned. Popular prices.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
STANDARD OIL HISTORY.
Start Of Company Related on Witness
Stand In Cleveland.

start OF Company Related on Wphess
Stand In Cleveland.
Cleveland, O., March 1.-THE his
tory of the beginning Of the Standard
Oil company and the general condi-
tons that existed in the oil trade pre-
vious to the combination Of the refin-
cries were recited by Lewis Emery,
Jr, of Bradford, Pa, In the govern
ment's custer suit against the Stand
ard Oil company.
Mr.. Emery said that up to 1872 the
refneries in Pennsylvania were rivals
and were Independent, but that the riv-
airy was among the oil buyers, who
bid for the Oil. The refiners, he said.
sold to the buyer who would pay the
highest price. This, he said, changed
between 1872 and 1875, when in the
latter year competition ceased entirely.
Mr.. Emery stated that the first move
ment toward consolidation of the re-
fineries was made by the South I'm
provement company, but that this COM
pany's charter was revoked by the
state Of Pennsylvania after opposition
to the plan became general. Then,
Emery said, the Standard OIL company
Of Cleveland made an effort to take up
the work dropped by the other compa-
ny and finally succeeded in consolidat-
ing the refineries. He said that with
In year or two all of the plants of
the old refiners were dismantled. EN-
cry said that the work Of consolidation
was accomplished through the personal
efforts of John D. Rockefeller, his
brother, William X, and Oliver II.
Payne. Emery also stated upon the
witness stand that following this con-
solidation the freight rates upon oil
were boosted about so per cent.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
Flower to Be Extradited.

New York, March 17.-After carry
ing his fight against extradltion to the
supreme court of Pennsylvania, DIR.
Richard c. Flower finally has lost and
will be brought to this city from Phil
adelphia for trial. He is wanted in
connection with a swindle involving
more than a million dollars. He is
wanted also as bail jumper, having
disappeared when under $4,000 bail
three years ago.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
Goes 70 Jail For Erisnd.

Philadelphia, March IL. - James
Simpson, former paying teller Of the
Farmers and Mechanics National bank
Of this city. who was arrested last
December charged with embezzling a..
500 from the institution, pleaded guilty
in the United States district court and
was sentenced to Ave years imprison.
ment. 1t was never learned what
Simpson did with the money. but It is
believed he became an embezzler to
aid a friend In financial distress.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
Train Robber Got S2,40.

Spokane, Wash. March 1.-THE rob
Der who overpowered two railway mail
clerks and ransacked the registered
mail on a Great Northern westbound
train between Boomers Ferry, Ida, and
Spokane got only $40 for his five
hours work, according to postal Off.
GERS. There was not single csnsign.
ment of currency in the mails, and
the robber left all the checks and
stocks as well as the jewelry. Nc
trace of the robber has been found.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
Ivra.ic After Austrian Emperor.

Vienna, March IL. - A lunatic at.
tempted to enter the gardens of the
palace of Emperor Francis Joseph. but
was arrested by the guards, who re-
moved him to an asylum. The EN-.
peror, who has been confined to his
room in Schoenbrunn castle for sew.
eral days. suffering from cold in the
head. passed a satisfactory night. There
was no fever.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
CHICAGO Won't Stand For Emma

Chicago. March 17.-Emma Goldman
was interrupted by the police when
she attempted to speak at meeting
in workingmen's hall, West Twelfth
and Water streets. Her subject was
Anarchy and What 1t Stands For"
She had barely outlined her address
when a police captain walked on the
stage and stopped her.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17

Magdalena Bay. March 17.-Rear Ad-
mIral Evans. when asked about the
state Of his health. replied, Il shall
ask the department to relieve me from
duty when the feet arrives at San
Francisco- It's not known in the
feet who WIN succeed Evans as CON-
msuder in chief
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury [Connecticut]) 1903-1917, 1908-03-17
Caught kIio. Gets Pardon.

Denver, March 17.-For oyerpower.
ing Giuseppe Allo. condemned muir.
derer Of Father Leo HeinrIchs. when
Alto attempted TO escape jail Guy Sex.
ton, a trusty prisoner, who was serv.
ing a short term for a small theft.
was pardoned by Governor Buchtel
Sexton was cut in the neck with a
razor by Alio.