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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09
U. v. M. ALUMNI DINE.
Rhode island Association Met In Prov
idcncc Friday Evening.
From saturday's Providence Journal1


lrcsidehi "a H. HucKHam o TIE nj
NcFSl'E Oh vermont was 'ne guest '''''
evening" III ''' Nlooe iS'a"u ASsoc'aUoh
OF Alumni OF 'he uh'Ver"''y' "i'ich he1h
- H'No''" ""''u"' "'rc''"e ""' 0"I'4ue'
az the crown Hotci' PRESIDENT b"cHham
o"''""'" Gu" S'ee''hs " '''e mem
u !" OF the ASSOCIATION from 'heir anna
mater anu were" d" 'h'eloS'',th "u
U'cSS on me fr"bresS anu n'a"ul'b o4
''' -icu''a4 i'pu'''"e"' "a u'V O'Ne
SHY
'"e university was "ISo Represented At
tl' B"''er'hN py br' Lyman A'eh' "u-
Juhc' professor OF surgery OF the uhl'er-
s>'y' VINO spoke on lhe Unity between
'"' departments OF inc thlNerslls'
speaking ch'ehy IN relation TO the rae
uIlF ana ''e NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Dinner was served IN the small BAN
quet nan a SNORT business meeting was
held at which the following ofhcers We're
chosen Tor inc ensuing year president
Ar' d. - Nu'he'iolu' i''''u''oe, III -
Vice-president' H. NJ. DEAN East fToVi-
dence; second vice-president' Dr. K. q.
Smith Woohsocke'' mira Vice-presideh''
DIR. f. e. Taegart, East Greenwich; sec
rotary ana treasurer A. D. Stearns'
Providence.
The business Of the evening disposed
| OF. those present numbering y were
addressed briefly by Prof. George w.
Benedict of Brown University, who pre-
sided during the evening. Professor
Benedict first called upon President
Buckham of the University of Vermont,
who received hearty greeting as he
, arose. President Buckham told of the
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09
SHOT YOUNG BOY.
crowd Of so Hanged His Negro Stay
e. n Short Time Afterward.

Wesson, Miss, April John Burr, a
young negro, was lynched near here to-
day by about 30 men for the murder
OF 12-ycar old white boy.
Last night, according to Burr's con-
fession and the story OF an eyewitness,
Burr was fishing IN mill pond when
Earl Smith. the 10 year old son Of j. w
Smith a planter, approached and began
n conversation. Look up, Look at the
bird" the negro said To tho boy and ms
young Smith gazed skyward the Negro
shot him in the back Of the head with
shot gun and threw the body into
the mill pond.
The negro was caught soon afterward
and summarily hanged.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09
ALLEGED HORSE THIEF
CAPTURED WHILE DRUNK

Rutland, April 5.-After having been
an object of search by the local po-
lice and sheriff departments for six
months because he stole horse, the
officers say, at Wallingford. John Sheo-
han wandered into Rutland Yesterday
and was sent to the county Jail for 10
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09
BOYS NABBED FOR A
RIDE ON HANDCAR

Rutland. April Erred and Frank Gut
swiller, Vincent Elkey and Tony Black,
all under Il years Of age. were in Justice
court here to-day charged with lettering
about railroad property. Yesterday the
boys went to car house a short dis
lance out of the city. broke lock and
went for ride on hand car The theft
was soon discovered and Railroad Police
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09
What Shall We Have for Desser?

Try JELL-O. the dainty, appetixins,
economical dessert Can be prepared
instantly-simply add boiling water
and serve when cool. Favored lust
right swectened just right; perfect
in every way. A l0c package makes
enough dessert for large family. All
grocers sell II. Don't accept substi-
tutes. JELL-O complies with all Pure
Food Laws. fiavors:--Lemon, Orange.
Raspberry. Strawberry, Chocolate,
Cherry, Peach
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09

man John w Bri5lin secreted himselt IN
the house When the BOYS returned he
caught Fred Gutzwiller p't the rest es-
capped. Gutzwilcr when taken TO the
lookup "poached" on the others. Inc
Clsef of the GutzWillcr boys were to-day
continued four weeks, tlch furnishing
bail AS the other boys are in the hands
of the probation officer as the result OF
former mischief, it is IN to him to dis
pose Of their cases
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09
TRAMP MYSTERY CLEARED


Mddletown, N y, April "a No l."
the most famous tramp in the world
has cleared up the mystery of his iden-
tity and Is going to write book of his
adventures. Since 1883, when he started
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09
AT THE SEWING CIRCLE.

"You say the new play is disgraceful?
Have you seen IT."
"Of course; how could be sure unless
l d?"-Fliegende Batter.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1908-04-09

The Legislature this fall will elect q
United States senator to serve the re
maindcr Of tn term OF the late Senate!
Rcdneld Proctor which expires Marcel
4. 1911, the appointment Of John W
Stewart being simply ad interim and OK
piring with tn" choice Of tho successor
made by the Legislature.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

Foand--Bunch keys Cali h Eagle
Office and pay rs cents, 2Ss-2e1
Mr.. 2. T. Wyatt Of BE kartwheel
Prairie community was inI the city
Saturday.
The new novelties in hat bands,
college colors at Wagncr's. 2S9
Miss Annie Mathis of Rock Prairie
was in the city on a shopping trip
Saturday.
Comfort and ctyle in Hanan shoes
on sale at A. J. Wagner & Co. 2S9
Mr.. and Mrs. VIII Astin left yes
terday for a visit to their plantation
near Mumford.
High grade clothes at right prices.
Ia ! wagner & Co. 2S7
10 per cent is good interest on mon
ely. You can save 25 per cent on
that suit Of clothes. A. j. Wagner &
Co 2s9
Mr.. Berry Candy of Rock Prairie
was business visitor to the city Sat
urday morning.
Remember you get onefourth off
your winter suit; best clothes and
correct styles. A. J. Wagner & Co
MIR. d. c. Lightsey of Reliance was
business visitor to the city Satur
day.
% per cent off all mems suits. A. j
, Wagner a. Co %,
Mrs. N. w. Lindsey of Reliance wa
= a visitor to the city Saturday morn
ing.
al Mrs. Calvin Risinger was IN th'
city from her home at Reliance Satur
!. day morning.
MIR. w. S. Powers was in the cit.
a Saturday from his home near Leon
lard school house.
a Mr.. Fred Rosprim of Providence
was in the city Saturday attending
q to business matters.
Some attractive suits, coats an'
Y skirts at Wagner's. See window dis
play. Is
'rf Mr.. Zach Taylor made bushes
trip to the county capital Saturday
n Mr. Taylor resides at Harvey.
Mrs. George jenkins OF this city ha
e returned from a protracted Sisit-t
points in the Eastern States.
Mr. Sam Johnson returned yeste
day to Fort Worth, after a visit to HI
~ mother and sister in this city. 4
Mrs. w. H. Morgan and daughte
ne Miss Grace, were in the city frol
their home at Reliance Saturday.
ep The sillIman House formerly Han
IT. ilton Housed will open for transfer
guests Monday, November 9th; rate
al 81 per day; special rates TO regul'
a boarders. Service first class. c.
Terrell, proprietor. q
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08
cAuacH SERVICES TO-DAY,


y. Y. y. ~. osoO - We >'e'F
Young ladies' meeting-Miss Candy,
leader.
why Should Every Young Chris
tan Be Filled With Missionary and
Eyangelistic zeal?'-Miss Candy.
The Opportunity OF the Young
Christians of Today in the Evangeli-
cations OF the World Miss Mccau-
ley.
"Woman's Part in Spreading the
Gospel."-Mrs. T. r. Bate, Jr.
Special music.
Next Sunday will be young mems
meeting.
Regular services at Methodist
church. Preaching by the pastor ii
a. m. aid 1880 p. m. Morning subject:
The Sublimity of Service. Evening
subject: The Bible. Is it Inspired
and Infalible? Sunday School a
9:45 a. m. and Epworth League at
d. m. ]. b. Turrentine, Pastor
| Ladiesl
| will spend Tuesday and Wednes
day in Houston. All orders will re
ceive my personal attention.
NELLIE II. BALLARD,
Agent Levy Bros, Houston
2S5-2S
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

Ring yicks Feed Sore for all kinds
of feed stuff. Home ground chops are
purer and better. Corn bought, sold
or exchanged for meal. Phone 376 u
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. NJ. Stevenson and
son of lola, Grimes county, were In
the city on shopping trip Saturday.
OF course you are going to the
great game in Houston. Tickets at
Brandon & Lawrence's. 2SS-2sl
Field drawing of the A. & M.-Texas
football gridiron may be seen in show
window of Brandon & LAWRENCE
2SS-291
Mrs. e. T. Spell left Friday night
for Durant and Ada. Okla, after a
visit to relatives and friends in this
city.
For sale-My home in Bryan, on
easy payments. Apply Mrs. c. II. Mar
rett sO6 Cannon avenue, Fort Worth
- 294-6t
Mr.. Richard Davidson came in from
his home at Harvey and transacted
business with Bryan merchants sat
urday.
Ed Hall just received Fresh 1907
Cleaned Currants, Imported Figs, I'm
ported Citron, Pine Apple Glace, Crys
talized Cherries, SeedlesS Raisins
, Shelled Almonds. Co
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08
|ocALs AND PERSONALS.

OSALS AMI FGhoSNHLSs
-
S. Kelley came In from Kurten
bay.
Dick Elliott was in from Tabor
day.
Nat Gotham of Harvey was here
Fday.
sale-Extra good Jersey cow.
d.. Webb. 291
J.>W. Mathis was in from Re
y Saturday.
lee Burley came in from Re
Saturday.
% tReht-Mrs. II. K. White home.
Igebb Howell. 294
Fofessor Moore of Hickey was in
City Saturday.
III. w. II. Shelby of Reliance was
Own Saturday.
I'D. ]. w. Massey was here from
|1rten Saturday.
MI. NJ. B. Casters OF Kurten was
j the city Saturday.
M. John Newcomb OF Reliance was
/ the city Saturday.
Din Eb Lloyd of Reliance transacted
G3iness here Saturday.
Gr. William Risinger was in from
Yep Hollow Saturday.
Dir. II. r. Dansby of Steep Hollow
in the city Saturday.
ir. Joe Atkins of College was Wis
to the city Saturday.
Mir. j. J. Riley of Reliance was |
itor to the city Saturday.
officer Clsnd Buchanan was a Wis
from Kurten Saturday.
Mr.. j. ID. Jones OF Harvey was
sitor to the city Saturday.
nlr. John Mathis of Reliance was
sitor to the city Saturday.
mir. w. Il. Lightsey Of Relianc
line over Saturday morning.
4 MIR. Tolbert Bullock was In the cit
rom Steep Hollow Saturday.
Miss Lessie MCGEE left Saturday 70
3toneham to visit her brother.
Mr.. Curt Oliver is out again, afte
\ few days wrestle with the grip.
4 Mr.. A. w. Shelton Of ProvidenC
Transacted business here Saturday.
Mr.. b. Sbisa OF College was a bus
8ess visitor to the city Saturday.
Mr.. William Holoigan of Relian'
Vas a visitor 10 the city Saturday.
Your merchant handles fresh hon
Ground meal. ask for 1t. If
Mr.. and Mrs. w. p. Bullock of Ste
Hollow were visitors TO the city 81
|irday.
Miss Essie McSwain OF Rock Pr
rie was in the city Saturday on
shopping trip
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

The Bachelor Girls club had a most
pleasant meeting with Miss Lucy
Board on Wednesday afternoon at the
home of her parents, Judge and Mrs.
A. G. Board Progressive FIVE hun
bred was played and a thoroughly
good time was had. being free from
any formality, which is characteristic
of true hospitality. The hours new
by only too swiftly With such con
genial party. such pretty afternoon
gracious hostess and delicious re-
freshments. nothing short of royal
time was expected, and no one was
in the least disappointed. In cutting
for the souvenirs OF the afternoon
Miss venardo was presented with
pretty box of handkerchiefs. Mrs. Bag
ley of College received the married
ladies' prize, hand-embroidered tray
cloth.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

The first regular meeting o. the
Embroidery club was held with Mrs.
s. II. Dunlap on Tuesday afternoon at
3 o'clock. The day was an ideal one,
in perfect keeping with the sunny dis
position Of the charming hostess and
her cordial greeting to her guests.
Some sewing, some chatting, the hours
passed merrily by. Pretty roses, ferns
and palms were used to decorate the
rooms. A most palatable menu was
served. Those present were Mesdames
H. G. Rhodes, G. w. Emory, X. NJ
Gordon, Seth Mooring. j. T. Hamway
Charles Gamer, Webb Howell, s. II
Dunlap, Misses Emily Thomas and
Jessie Garth.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

4 Misses Vivian and Ruby u "a
the hostesses Of rthe "slardi UercI'
club" on Tuesday afternoon, and such
charming meeting 1t proved. -Four
tables were provided for the game
of five hundred. The players held
full sway for several hours and made
merry with the popular game, and
we're loath to leave off, even when
the afternoon came to close. Miss
Cora Garth was fortunate in winning
the greatest number of games and
bore off the dainty souvenir The
guests were served with a delicious
salad course, which was, like every
moment spent under this hospitabie
roof, most heartily enjoyed.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08


On Thursday evening at Z o'clock
crowd of boys and girls gathered
at the home of Major and Mrs. l.. l..
McInnis for the purpose of going on
a 'possum hunt. Exactly at the hour
stated, the party started. The pas
lures and woods behind Mayor and
Mrs. w. R. Cavitt's home were
searched, but at late hour the search
was given up, as it was found that
the possums had taken to other woods.
Those enjoying this frolic were Misses
Vivian James, Malcolm Mclnnis, May
Wilson. Alberta Adams, Bessie Scale
Mary McInnis. Edith Cavitt, Alice WIZ
son. Ruby James, Esther Cavitt, Ethel
Cavitt; Messrs. Massengail, Stuart
Boatwright, Fred Cavitt, ]. w. VIII
liams. Jr., Wilson Bradley, Jim James
and Roger Nall.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

The bachelor professors of A. q NJ.
college gave a beautiful dance out
at College on Friday evening at the
Shirley in honor of the coach OF the
football team. Punch was served
from prettily decorated bowl all
during the dances. Quite Jolly good
time was had. as the barn dance,
square dance and round dances were
enjoyed until a late hour. The Col
lege band furnished excellent music
The grand march was led by Miss
Emmie Fountain and the guest oil
honor, Mr.. New A. Marian Tine
young ladies' present from Bryan were
Misses Francis Fountain, Allie Con
way, Hattie Lou Hudson, Lucy Board
Annie Cole, Jessie Garth, Hetu'
Smith, Nellie Cole, Cora Garth, Al
berta Adams and Gussie Buchanan.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

Miss Emmie Fountain will be host
ess to the Mardi Cercle club on Tues
day afternoon at her home at College
The Bachelor Girls club viii meet
with Misses Jessie and Cora Garth
on Wednesday afternoon.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

Prior to the Bachelors dance the
Y. NJ. C. A. at the A. & NJ. college
gave an excellent concert by the Sax
ophone quartet of the Lyceum course,
which proved quite entertaining to Che
large crowd present.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

The ladies of st. Andrews guild Of
the Episcopal church wish to an
nounce to the public that they will
take orders for cakes, salads, rolls
Mayonaise dressing and any other or
ders for Thanksgiving. Anyone desir
ing to make an order will please phone
Mrs. G.. S. Parker. 2S'
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1908-11-08

Quite successful tea both socially
and financially was given at the home
of Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Locke on Fri
day afternoon between the hours of
three and seven. The following
young brides were the charming host
esses: Mrs. S. II. Dunlap, Mrs. Hen
bricks Conway, Mrs. Earl Board, Mrs.
Robert Bate, Mrs. Frank Webb, Mrs
Henry Locke.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11
nsass vista creamery.

At = meeting of the stockholders
Of the Monte Vista Creamery
company shsld last Saturday the
following we're elected board OF
directors: y. F.. Z,nser, A. +.
Wiley. W. 81. TuIly, b. F. Ayres,
and Chas. Stephens.
Tho report Of the manager
showed tho. amount of butter fat
furnished BY the rancbmen to be
N.W7 popnds. The average price
paid uas 81. OF cents per pound or
. total Of ol4, l720O. The num-
Dor Of pounds of butter sold was
81, 466 pounds at an average price
OF 9SOl cents per pound, total
el7.b02.66. 1888 "a was realized
from sale of buttermiIk and
$253. 76 from cream. A dividend
OF Z par cent WAS declared on the
stock OF the company after paying
oil OF the expenses.
There we're ll66 pounds more Of
butter fat furnished the creamery
10 1907 than the year before. The
average price paid for butter fat in
1905 was 1901 cents, IN 1906
"a o. cents per pound.
The results show that the larger
the smonut Of business done the
greater the profit to the dairy men
- the expense for operating the
creamery v not materially in
creased. There we're no losses last
year aud no complaints - to the
quality Of the butter. Silverton,
Santa Fe, Creede, AIamoss and
Monte Vista furnish market for
ell the product Of the creamery.
The creamery has been con-
Quoted the past year by John 8
Gardner snd the results OF the
years work speak we'll for him -
. butter maker.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11
Absolutely the Onlv
reliable fountain Den
In town at Fuller
Drug company.

II have reached higher health level
since ] began ussag Dr.. Kings New
Llfs Ptiis." writes jacob Springer. Il
West Fssnklin. Maize. "Thsy kssp ~
stomach, liver and bowels working just
n9ht" II tAsss pills d'sappoist you o.
trial noeev Will b refunded at q. \
0ooddaagt drug slose. IL.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

The Providence Washington
Fire Insurance Co.. organised 1893.
one Of the strongest 10 the world
T. H. BErrERiDoE, Agent
Monte Visit, Colo
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Farm loass, Ioag o. short tine.
moderate rate q istsrss4 sasy ~
psyments PIN. Call. write OF tsl.
ephone, j. LAlnoY SLUsuIa / Co.
Monte Vista Ursl door sast q
Let. National DAak.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Walter Boyle was 10 town
Thursday night and Friday. He
was on bis way from Creede to
Denver.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Great Bas0a11 = . seats Lsass.
Better hsslls ed secure Il.
Essy teruA Also three qsartsr
sections d desdsd hsd, tssG elass
10 every paeljsplss ed q aboes
half prios oehes lasds ase ceiling
a. Town ~ = yeer ews pries
4. y. lsDHil.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

H. P. Gabriel. Of Denver, ar.
rived 10 town Wednesday and will
spend few weeks with hrs old
comrades ut the Home.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

The Yates & McCla,n real estate
force came 10 with 43 land seekers
Thursday morning and were taken
out north to see what the San Luis
valley can produce.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Arthur Graves brother came IN
Friday morning with II party of
land buyers from Missouri.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Mile. Rexos is one Of the pret'i.
est and best figured women before
the public. She holds the gaze OF
everybody in the audience. Rexo,
like Jefries, Is IN class by him.
self He WAS the top liner iu
vaudeville for years-wss With the
Forepaugh-Sells circus 1 years
HIS hoop rolling, boomerang
throwing and balancing on hands
Is alone worth seeing. The Rexos
will perform at S:l5.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

A six.horss power boiler and
engine for ~. cheap.
J. B. WHl1uso st Knife Factory
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

A. D. Ford came 10 from Den
yer Thursday morning.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11
Don't fail to sec the RexOs.

B. o. Allen came down from
Platoro Tuesday on q weeks visit.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Three Rsgisleesd Chester White
Boars at my rasoh 8 miles south
Of Monte VIA Phoes Blue l0l.
IL.
HlnaeAN F. SHsoIDER.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Notwithstanding tho enormous
cost Of getting the Rexos bore, the
prics Of admission will he 25c.
Don't forget tho dates, Jan. 10
aud II. Music bv Woodmcn band.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

We desire to extend our thsnks
to the friends aud neivhbors for
their kind assistance aud sympathy
during the sickness aud burial Of
our little daughter.
MIR AND Mrs. J. G. HAooARp
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Al Newoyer givss sa&isiactioa
- livestock ssstioneer, Csntsr,
Colo.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

6es Wylsnd for artssian veil
drilling. Monte Vista.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Fos SAIs. Hey end work hossss
J. AxynaD SMl1u.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

A SUIT has bcsn commenced
against George Derbyshire by
Edward STRAIN 70 recover e9E, 900
for alieuating the love and a6ec
tioa Of bic wife. These parties
live 10 Sasuache county.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Will cell . good heating stove.
cheap or will trade for cook stove
or horses, cattle or hogs. Euqairs
ct this Office.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11
AUCTIONEER

Having moved to town an
prepared 70 cry Pablic Sales aud
ct reasonable terms.
E. O. PopxyoY.
The Monte Vista journal., 1908-01-11

Johs Pstris, freight agent Of
the Burllagtoe road, has bseu 10
toWa d0es Tuesday working With
le0b shippsrs for business over
tAol road. TIE Burlington IL
9e1le . popular rosd with Tie San
1 = valley sAsepesa
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1908-01-05
THE VETERANS STORY.

"a "reminiscences Of the Japanese-Amer War;
Come, listen, little children, as y0a snEggle IN
my Jap.
And IN tell to you the story glad Of how we
licked the Jap;
How brave Oyama sailed along the Coast Of Sandy
Hook.
and while our men we're sleeping Coney Island
hFavely took.
His forces they did bump the bumps until their
breath was gone
His soldiers looped the loop from devy ere to
They chutsd DER the Scenic Roads they fed on
popcorn balls.
And in a beat went scooting ever zinc Niagara
And when the sun of Victory was sinking into
night.
They got aboard the trolley cars. a glad and gay
some sight,
And then came in our strategy, it never fails.
you bet
Our Generals turned the power of. and 'Yama 5
down there yeti
The Army Corps Of SatsIma, one hundred thou
sand strong.
They landed at the Battery and marched the whole
They marched to the Castoria, that wonderful
hotel,
And there they paused for pTovender and for 20
rest spell
They occupied it sixteen days, and ate, and ate.
and ate.
They lounged about the corridors. and SLEPT in
Halls Of State
They fed en- ducks with canvas backs, they gorged
on teuapin;
And ham and eggs in ninety STYLES they slowed
away within
Whatever things that hosterie provided they OBJ
tanned.
The kitchens worked until twas said the ovens
all strained:
And then came in our strategy Of glorious renown
Our Generals sent the bill in and the Japuies
skipped the town.
Ten large brigades of Kuroki the Subway cartive
made.
With extra long expresses for each yalorous brigade
From Kingsbridge down TO City Hall with wondrous
show Of strength
They spread their saffron army out in an amazing
length.
From Fourteenth street to Times square. from
Worth to So
Beneath the city surface stretched that Oriental line
And some had seats and some had not, and some
they chung to straps;
Some stood upon their feet, and some on other
peoples laps.
They filled the cars. and platforms. too, some sat
upon the roof
And not a few for lack Of room were forced to
stand aOOf.
And then came in our stratsgy-Oh, speak with
hated heath
Our Generals TUNED the rush hour on and squeezed
the Japs to death.
'7J0hn ksndFiek Bangs, in New York Tines