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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27
Spoke Too Soon.

The other day stranger thus at dressed a passenger coming out os tn. Union station:
 You ~ss. excuse ne. sir. but isn .his''-
 The passenger, without waiting fo! the other to finish. responded
 Your umbrella? Well, l presume i, Is, sir. You will allow me to explain that picked it up on coming out of the train just now. l have great pleas ure in restoring it to the rightful owp CT"
 The stranger expressed his thanks and quickly made off.
 X few minutes later the same stran- ger, with Il brand new umbrella tucked carefully under his arm, asked another individual the same question he had intended to ask the man who handed him the umbrella.
 You will excuse me, sir, but iSu { this the nearest way to Fifth avenue?" Kansas City Independent.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27
"Ihe Aln,iohtY Qo;iar."

A recent headline. Rule of the Dol lar" has suggested the inquiry, Who originated the familiar phrase the almighty doilar?" It was Washington Irving in "The Creole Village" which he published in 1887. The phrase be came so popular and excited so much controversy in consequence of loHA' whether the adjective was irreverent that its author had to explain ei@hteau years later that he had intended @n. irreverenCe. even to the dollar. WhleA he Is well aware is becoming GaiA more and more an object of worship. Dollar" is certainly one of the world : great words now. ana it Is difficult tc realize that 1t only means "valleyer.
 the "thaler" having been named aftes the JoaChimsthal. in Bohemia. in whose valley it was first coined in the six teenth century .-,Iondon Chronicle.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27
Dcscrilir" T - ,,,rc-d

The rall Mn.i t.a~ettn in 1890 ;iei.t. Its reader; tn pa1't t..e worst rai,H5a" In En"land. And "n" ,.ngli ll kiehe" answered thus: "s,il-'I'he Sou heaster | railway is the ve"Y worst railway ia the world. The engines are aSt!l!nat!,'. Its lamps are trimmed b.; foolish vir gins. It's fares are excessive. It's car. rlages let in the snow in winter and are furnaces In summer. Its motto is unpunctuallty It's principal station is approached through the neck of a bot tie. It ruins the temper. destroys the digestion and enables one to realize the horrors of Dante's Inferno am. sir. yours obedlently, the Worm Who Turns"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27

] Something new, clean, up-to now in the way of illusions at Palace of Mv,. teries-Forest Park. May 18th.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27
Noncom initial.

Guilty or not guiity?'
 "Yes." responded the man at the bar. Whats that?" queried the court sharply.
 'You asked whether 1 was guilty or not guilty. and of course l am. Or the two conditions I could not well esca De both"
 But which are you?"
 "Aw go on. judge. Whats the jury for?'-Philadelphia Ledger
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27
A Siur on a Great State,

1t Is told of the Right Rev Daniel s. Futile, D. D., IL. D., who had been attending an important conference at Lambeth palace. London. that during a very formal function he and his wife were loudly announced as "the bishop of Misery and Mrs Futile" Harper's Weekly.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27
The Owner and the V.sltor.

His house. the first he had ever owned. being nearly finished, the Flat bush man went forth one fine after noon to inspect it. As he entered the front door he observed well dressed man standing within, apparently ad- hiring the beauties of construction and decoration. In au instant the pride of the owner swelled within him. Here was where he would make the visitor Verdant with envy and, incidentally intercept few bouquets for himself Stepping up to the stranger. he re marked:
 'It's q beautiful house. isn't it? It's worth every cent of the inveStment md great deal more"
 You are right replied the stranger You are. suppose
 Yes. I'm the owner" Interrupted the other, and just let ne tell YOU that there are hot many man round here who own as fine q house as this"
 II quite believe you" Serenelv an. swered the visitor. Pm the man YOU Seq, who holds the first mortgage on r."-Hrookiyn Eagle.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-05-27
Tha GloXed Gambler,

An American who visited Monte Cal To was telling of an incident there. 'l: one of the gold rooms," he said. =, gentleman in lavender gloves wa, playing ill wonderful luck, winnin' nearly every stake. As great stac} of plaques-you know those beautiful: big gold pieces called plaques-wa> pushed to him in the croupler l hear( q young lady whisper in his ear:
 "It Is very odd, monsieur to wea, gloves at play. What do you do it for Luck?'
 "'The fortunate player smiled grimly
 "'Not at all.' he replied. I promi>rr my wife on her deathbed never agail to touch card"
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
enator Scott
PREnlcFs e lsEIsfl ON. oFsTAFTsaY
MkjoREf UAL 10 THAT
or Rc oSEVEt & IN 1904.

NEW oRl, Oct il United States
tor Scott of West virginia, VINO
was member 81 the Republican ma.
tionai committee four years ago. called
national Republican headquarters
here Yesterday. He said that he be.
Iieyed that the electoral vote for Taft
and Sherman would be as large as
that feceiSed by Roosevelt tour years
81 He assured the national commit.
see that West Virginia will surely be
Repnblicant but on asSount OF certain
conditions the majority will not be as
greatsas formerly.
Thomas X, Neldringhause, of Mis-.
sonfi also was at Republican nattona.
headquarters. He said he believed
Missouri may be regarded as reasofla-
safe ior Taft and Sherman.
When Wee President Fairbanks ar.
rived here yesterday from Ithaca he
vent direct This hotel, where he re.
fused himself to all callers.
Mrs Eaifbanks made a flying auto.
mobile ttip around the city last night,
delivering half q dozen addresses.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
PoN Made
B ccess
Nelsl ork and
Indiana Are
Both Safe

NEW YORK Oct, Il. The Success
MagazIne after IA king a vote of $4,000
nenibers o. its auxiliary editorial
boaraso he subscripers located in ev-
erg state 81 the union, makes public
II eIeetioa forecast. which forecasts
Republican victory on November 3.
concluding It's forecast the maga.
zine SAYS
Summarizing the whole situation
vote warrants the prediction that
att VIII quite surely have 29s cleo
tofal votes or Sc more than the 242
ielliired for his election. Bryan will
nave 16t votes and "a electoral votes
must at rresent be classetl as doubtful :
N q general analysis os the situa-
ION zlne e says there is absc-
lntely no evidence Of the Bryan land
sltae7 Drellcted by some. It claims
that the solidly Republican States Of
me past will remain Republican and
he solidts Democratic States Demo-
cfatig Continuing its analysis the
niagazina says:
Contrary 70 CUT expectations there
afe no Indications that New York is
even doubtful State this year. West
a'irgins 4 which gave Roosevelt a ma.
ffi,ikT ftfs 90 mn a, gi1n01 ,,.ti, ,.I,1.,
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
208 ELEC TORAL VOTES For
IRESURECF TED
FROM TIE: DEAD.
HARRY stiAvv,Dles UP cELEsRAT.
Ed TAX PAMPHLET ISSUED
BY DEMOCRATS IN 1909.

About the worst expose the misrRp.
resentations Of Democracy have been
given in It's efforts to deceive the peo.
pie concerning the new tax laws, was
that given by Harry Shaw, in his
speech at Wortaineton last night. Mr..
Shaw. during his arraignment OF the
Democratic leaders. speakers and
newspapers for their deception Of the
people, produced from his pocket, a
copy OF that "23" page pamphlet, is-
sued and circulated by the Democratic
party in the campaign of 1904, and
said at the time to have been publish
el at the Fairmont Times once, called
TAX LEGIsLATIoN," in which is
purported to be given a review Of the
new tax laws passed at the extra ses.
sion Of 1904. From the title page Of
this pamphlet, printed IN large type,
Mr.. Shaw read:
VALUATIONS AND TAXA
TON DoUBLY INCREASED ON
HOMES AND FARMS. NO 9TH
Err FORMS OF INVESTMENT
Affected. HOW FARMERS
AND LANDOWNERS WE'RE
BUNcoED IN THE DIsrRIBU-
TON OF TAX BURDENS"
Then Mr.. Shaw proceeded to give the
figures from the records, showing how
taxes had been greatly reduced, in
stead G 'doubly increased" on homes
and farms; and how taxes had been
more than "doubly increased" on
"otner forms of investment" had been
increased more than three hundred
and thirty millions; and that the taxes
actually collected and disbursed by
the State from public service corpora
tlons alone for the year 1907 exceeded
the yesr 1905 over one million dollars.
ThatNthese same corporations would
pay to Marion county this year over
seyenty-sfx thousand dollars as com.
pared with eighteen Thousand dollars
in 1905. 1t is little wonder that. with
such recollections in their minds, the
local Democratic attorneys refuse to
go upon the stump this year.
The meeting at worthington was
the largest political gathering ever
held at that place. The sciaool house
was crowded. All the standing room
was taken and many were compelled
to stay on the outside. The audience
listened to Senator Forman, Hon. E.
NJ. showalter and Hon. Harry shaw.
The three speeches consumed three
hours. The people were keen to hear
the principles of Republicanlsm and
the speakers were applauded heartily.
Each speaker discussed the issues
in his own fashion and made splendid
addresses. The impressions left at the
meeting last night were not Of the
ephemeral kind. Each point made
was driven home and clinched 50 that
the auditors could mot get away from
it.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17

charmed by his courtly manners
unique attire. He was one of .!9e
stars or rather comets With trail Of
glory and all His part bordered on
the humorous and the good natured
audience laughed.
AT the conclusion of this act final
professional was given by girls and
boys singing as they marched, which
all enjoyed.
Photographer johnson was present
and took a picture Of the court scene.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
HUBBARD AND
I.I.IANlI.7
500
]. ! |!
]. llleeill.

The Republicans had
at Manningtdh last ntgh
dred enthulastic voters.
farmers, went 70 tue audi
High school 70 rear the
campaign discussed BY
w. P. Hubbard and J1dg,
Mr. Hubbard spoke on ma
dwelling principals m d
speech was 4 clear and
position Of the subject
were in a receptive mood
riods were ronndly appIarIS
speaker was at his best ant
audience feeling enthusiasti
ticket.
Judge Cox. in his happy
cussed State issues ana whe
finished his able address d
were Unanimous that this y
Democratic year. They m
ever felt a determination tn;
lican rule should not pass
State.
DR.. Uriah H, Debendarit
at the meeting which was
best ever held Ii the oil 10
re Republicans had d 81
at Hoodsyile last night.
house was crowded. with
to hear what the speakers
Astine meeting Is report
ington, also. Hon. L. j. Fs
shoWalter and Harry sf
speakers. A good crowd
tention is reported.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
JUDGE cox TO PRESIDE.

PARKERsBURG. w. Va, Oct. 17.-
Judge Frank Cox will preside at the
big Taft meeting here Tuesday night.
He will deliver addresses to the crowd
before the arrival Of Mr.. Taft and will
Introduce the presidential candidate.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
.Sfat
EEpER ID or i
otp d EIl ~;
'i.s. 4 B0HIc : / als

cLARISsBURi, oc,
nual meeting of the s
of Labor viii be held
room Of the waldo I'D
The opening session VI
order by President wi
Wheeling. at 10 o'clock
ing and sessions will |
forenoon and Afternoon
until the Federation }
business of the FEEDER;
from four to six days.
President Welch vii
his annual address at
=
session and Mayor 3.
asked to make an .
come. w. R. Talkingt
is the third Of the
dents in the state. ~
Huntington. is the sec
attend the meeting.
There are about 500
afiillated with the FEEDER
expected there will be
delegates in attendance
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
POST GRADUATE COURSEIN TAX REFORM

- + r. - s !. ! ) Ia.
of personal nrnev e,
other
I pused to quahe he the AK burdens
ut herrpGed
rdradat
*ssN
county a6ndn
nes frsaa eson nlpopety tyanount
an ursphnce
Saso0$
In 1907 total taxes collected from
lcaerc
through Meopa
+ tax
Tin the
isa ani SHIRE
s4S THE RERUs
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
8AoE. JOHN M. MILAN ACCEPTS
NOMINATION. FOR HOUSE OF DELEGATES.
Issues Voters Which viii inspire Then win cou
State and National.

RYMER W. VA, Oct 1e 1905
Fellow Citizens:
Republican convention held in the city of Manning
ths 18th day Of October 1905 my solicitation was
CHOSEN to hll the ticket for
se House 81 caused by withdrawal Dr. u II
" the convention mistake not respon
This method known to all the voters 81
county that accept the will use very eyi
mate means possible to win only for myself but for the en-
stand pat on the Republican State and
nave not been extensively identified any faction
and to make clean fight believing that success should de-
ea oa would rather be than go legislature
but iIswfl Try to do both
shan wear collar my best for the
gooa q ~ people Of this commonwealth take special
ne act That born county and am also
pofn at the proper time to assist preservation Of
the Unen from 1851 to 1866
citizens ftt to trust with the very import
ant 1 cg tepesentng them capital OF west virginia
traS heirs trust. gs Sz IA 5s "a
ours Very truly.
JOHN M MILAN.
IL Y H.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17

ing house where 1t Is said he got one
hundred l!tiae dollars from Joe Angelo "a
leave the country.
Anselo may be arrested in atdins
aEinarao get away
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
ST'ED ON
)OIING D. CHARGE
lERs BRING IN MEN cHARe.
b WITH KILLING SALIVA.
TORE Mosco.

tore Laicinte, iDominick Greco
bminiclt Gracco were arrested
lay afternoon at Highland BY
ble John s. Walker and Deputy
N. W. Harris for the shooting
lsatore Mssco. Guisseppi Minar-
q man taat did the shooting. es-
othcers went to Highland yes
They lccated Luceutiin High
ine, They then went to Ander.
le where the Grecos we're work,
alker vent into the Highland
4 arrested Lucent The 9th.
were arrested later.
ulcers besides getting the men
artillery used IN the fight.
the guns used belonged !
hat was shot and to Guisep.
40. Constable walker got
Suble barrel sun. Sheriff
Minardo's gun and Mosco's
e Walker said that ths
were examined separateiy
arrest and the stories told
ere substantially the same:
7 that they were attending
~ last Sunday. Several.
were at the party but lett
shooting occurred. sfoscn
Sardo to 90 with him to
birds. Minardo refused.
he had to work the next
n raised his gun and shot.
'ut taking aim.
an to the mine where he
ag until eight O'clock Sun
JHe then came to his board.
Suaa Jl,t,hxn ~ a.. 49,, u - III Z y
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17

4 the man who has something "a
rent viii worry a little about mis- ID.
yesttstng campaign, ne viii not have
50 many other worries.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17
SPECIAL WESTERN EXTRA
y Dixie Ii = atre

HED - eiA RED ofRl
To-Day, Saturday, we repeat this
great western subject which made 4
decided hit Friday, plenty Of action,
excitement and intensely interesting.
Good plot, Indians, miners. splendid.
" acted, fine portrayal OF genuine
western life. Don't miss this.
Illustrated song, 4lt Those Lips
Could Speak,
Duet, alr, and Mrs Hall.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17

CHA AHEAD
oTil ~ IS Net, 100; BRYAN; sss;;
eEiAf t,ist, AND
HUGHES s24

INV YORK oct. The SIX Sc.
DOLLS taken by The World in the
n Theater, the Grand Opera House
the Hippodrome during the past
figure ont as follows:
FOR President.
is's ~. .isie -. = = 'isssy.s 80 -. t,6u0
80. sss.. ~. VI. /. .-.is !. .,.l. x 'S32
50
81
FOR Goyernor (
s.ss. SIS. = s-..S.i..i......s.. 2O4
FOR President IN 1904.
~ ~. 4. ~. ;...s., ...3.. ... l,422
~. $40
Y h, 80, 4. e. -. .!..... bl
For Governor IN 1906 1
$50. 1876
.......... Sae
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1908-10-17

tcaatlnasd a pass Elsht.l
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-15
Labor Men and Manufacturers
 at Odds on Point.
DISCUSSING VICE PRESIDENCY
Several New Workers Named
 For Second Choice.

{ Chicago, June 15.-The attention of the delegates to the Republican nation 7 al convention was diverted before the opening of the convention tomorrow from the question of the presidential nomination to two subjects that seem- ed to hold greater interest for the dele gates. One of these, and, it seemed. the more interesting, was the matter of the nomination for the vice presi- dency. The other was the platform upon which the candidate of the con- vention will take his stand.
 Pressure for platform modified tion : increased to such an extent that the Taft forces plainly foresee a contest in the resolutions committee of the con- venfion which promises to be both tenacious and prolonged. This pressure has so far only increased the determi- nation of those directing the Taft movement to assume a more unyield- ing attitude
 Taft on a Taft Platform.
 If we are to have Taft for the can QlUdlt We uEc SUiAS lO nave 1dlt platform" is the ultimatum.
 This Taft platform, as is we'll known has been written. It is in the custody : of Wade H. Ellis. attornev general of Ohio, who has taken up quarters for the convention at the Auditorium Annex Every plank of this platform is declared to have received the most detailed and weighty attention, and the prediction is made that every plank will remain in the document and. in the language in which it is now ex- pressed, with some possible changes in verbiage
 The platform contains an expression of the belief that a more liberal rule should be adopted by the courts in ap- plying the injunction process in labor disputes. This plank is not liked by some members of the party.
 President Van Cleave of the National Manufacturers association urged the rejection of this injunction plank with great earnestness. His arguments were listened to by Mir. Ellis, who called Senator Long of Kansas into the con- ference. The plank was favored by Samuel Gompers. president of the American Federation of Labor. who was later given an opportunity to be heard.
 It may be stated upon authority that this plank will not be changed with the consent of Secretary Taft.
 Mir Corners as a result of the con- ference of the officials of his Organiza- tion just concluded here also presented to Mir. Ellis definite proposals intended to pledge the party to future action which would free labor organizations from the legal designation and respon- sibility of trusts
 Another point of issue Is on the plank which sets forth the benefits which would accrue to the country
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-15

and because of his generally acknowl. edged successful administration of the office for the present term. It is the opinion of many that if the nomination of vice presidential candidate should be long delayed Mir Fairbanks would prove the most available compromise candidate who has been mentioned.
 The New Jersey delegation, number ing, with the friends of the members, about sixty, headed by band, made a showy parade through the streets to the Auditorium Annex. It was an- nounced immediately after the arrival of the delgation that a solid vote would be cast for Taft. Senator kean was the last man to stand out against this action, but on the train he came over to the majority and declared that he would vote for the secretary of war.
 The arrival of the delegation gave immediate impetus to the vice presi- dential boom of Franklin Murphy of New Jersey, who was asserted by them to be an ideal choice for the sec ond place on the ticket.
 A small meeting which, it's partici- pants claim, will be followed by a much larger gathering was held for the purpose of arranging a plan to present tho name of President Roose- welt as a candidate for the presidency.
 Among those present at the meeting were ex-Representative Thomas W. Phillips, delegate from the Twenty fourth Pennsylvania district: c. T. Teter, delegate at large. and George W. Curtin, delegate from the Fourth district of West Virginia. There were present besides these number of men who will not actually participate in the convention.
 It was stated that on the arrival of the Georgia and West Virginia delega- tions a complete campaign would be arranged. One of the Georgia dele. gates, 1t was said, would bring with him a petition bearing between 6OO0o and 10000 signatures from men in the south urging that President Roosevelt accept second elective term.
 More Than One Ballot, Say Allies.
 The entire move is said by the men actively participating to be favored by the allies. who believe that no nomination will be made on the first ballot.
 Delegates Teter and Curtin have been instructed for Taft. but both of them have frequently expressed the intention of bolting their instructions.
 The Roosevelt boomers believe that some man prominent in the conven- tion. and they have picked Senator Lodge as the man. has a letter from President Roosevelt designed to meet the exact situation they are planning to bring about. They declared that they realized that the reading of this letter must be prevented" although just as to how this is to be done they were not exactly clear.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-15

not secure the nomination for the vice presidency without making a fight for 1t he would not permit the mention oi his name in the convention There is no possibility of avoiding a conflict not even if Senator Deliver is elim. mated, as 1t is evident that no one will be permitted to gather the prize with out winning it in the open arena of the assembled convention and with a nun Der of valiant competitors.
 The growth of Fairbanks sentiment has been due to the fact that for the first time some of the Indiana dele gates and other prominent men of that state has discussed the chances of winning second place when the fight over first place is over. The retention of Mir. Fairbanks Is urged as a source of strength with the voters of Indiana
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-15
Both Parties In chieauo.

Chicago. June 15.-The members of the subcommittee of the Democratic national committee appointed to ar. range for the Democratic national con. vention st Denver met here today to select temporary officers for the Dem. ocratic national convention and to make other necessary convention ar. engagements. During the week Demo. cratic state conventions to name dele gates tn the Denver convention will Ss held in Colorado. Tennessee and Mississippi.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-15

fhrougn federal supervision or inspec- ton of the issuance of stocks and bonds of cOpOratiRns doing an inter <tste business. This plank makes it possible for the declared representa- tires of the corporations to make dire predictions as to the result of the eleC- ton if the plank is allowed to remain. but if will not be disturbed.
 With these and other expressions of policy which are for the r-st time becoming known to the opposition ia- ferest fn the document is increasing. and as the fTsmers of tbs dOcunen: are detsrninct in their attitude there Is pros7cct 0f a fight on the floor of the eoarenticn.
 SoDefhirg of sensation was caused hy The uue1pcctesf arrival in ChEcaEo cf enc of the presidential candidates Tncze Ice Caunu- He arrived from DznvEie. song tc the Union League slal. whsrs Dc vas soon in eo7fs-s1cs
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-15
@5iins Ton- pssd.

New York. June 1S--BIind Tom whose real name vas Thomas Virgins and who for nearly twenty yezrx de- lighted countless thoussnds vfth his perforuancss o1 the pisao. iE dead He uss bora a save
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-06-15
J,;I.-,. sLvI, Broken bv pri.o,.r.

Dover. Me. June l5.-His skull frac- tuI-ed by blows from a slungshot fin the hands of a prisoner. Sheriff James NJ. Knowles of Piscstaquis county is iB a critical condition at the iail resi- dence here. The action of another prisoner. s trusty. in running to the sherirrs assistance promptly is be- Iieved to have prevented an attempted ian delivery.