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Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1908-11-18
Quarry of Royal Matchmakers.

Up to the time of his meeting with
Katherine Elkins Prince Luigi had
been so indifferent to the charms Of
femininity that he had acquired the
reputation of being a woman hater.
This, however, he always denied in
dignantly, declaring that he was only
indifferent to social pleasures on ac-
count of the time consumed in them.
Although all the royal matchmakers
In Europe have tried their hand at
getting him married suitably, he has
held himself rigidly aloof from every
proposition of that kind. He and his
unmarried brother, the Count of Tu-
rim. now the most eligible royal bache
lors in Europe have avoided thus far
every matrimonial moose which has
been prepared for them. Prince Luigi
by fat refusal to be taken and his
polished aud diplomatic brother by
methods equally effective, but vastly
less irritating to the more OF less
royal mammas of more or less royal
daughters in search Of more or less
royal husbands.
This Is the man who has declared tC
all the world that the accident of rank
will not prevent him from marrying
the woman of his choice, the queenly
daughter of bluff, outspoken Stepher
B. ElkinS, senior senator from Yves,
Virginia
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1908-11-18
Mountains of the Moon.

Prince Luigi remained at home sew
eral years. a long time for man who
would rather ascend mountain than
throne. The labors Of authorship,
with his regular duties as an officer of
the Italian navy, occupied the bulk OF
his time until he was ready to tackle
the tough proposition of planting the
tricolored flag of Savoy on the still
undiscovered peaks of the Mountains
Of the Moon. These equatorial heights
were talked about as long ago as He
rodotus, and Ptolemy referred to them
as containing the sources Of the Nile,
but they were regarded as mythical
by modern geographers until Sir Sam
uel Baker got a glimpse of one Of the
peaks in 1864. Twenty years later
Stanley saw two of the peaks overtop-
ping the almost perpetual mists in
which they are enshrouded, but it was
reserved for the Duke of the AbruZZi
to climb the sixteen highest noun
tains of the range and to measure and
name them all, thereby solving the
geographical puzzle of the centuries.
1t is worthy of note that to none of
these discoveries did this modest
young explorer give his own name.
One Of the two which he believed to
have been seen by Stanley he named
In honor of the dead African explorer
His manner Of referring to the fact
that he had named the two Hottest
peaks of the Ruwenzori Margherita
and Alexandra when he was address
ing the British Geographical society in
the presence of King Edward showed
the prince to be an adept at courteous
diplomacy as well as in exploration.
at was about half past H." he said
in describing the ascent of the Ruwen
| zori. "a fresh breeze blew from the
southeast. The clouds swept pass bu
few yards under us, leaving clear
| only the two peaks that we had left
| and the one on which we were stand
| ing And to these submits at the mo
ment which crowned my efforts I gave
the names of Margherita and Alexan
| ORA in order that under the auspice:
of the two royal ladies the memory o.
two nations may be handed down t.
posterity-of Italy, the name of which
resounded for the first time on thes,
SHOWS in our shout of victory, and o.
| England. which in its marvellous colo
NAL expansion carries civilization ever
to the slopes of these remote noun
| tainS"
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
A Birthdays Reflections.

1t is not the wish of the writer to pen these
few lines for notoriety, but trusting that they
may be observed and read, that some poor
wayfaring soul, blinded by sin, may halt for a
moment and think with me-
Long, long ago, ffty.three years, speck OF
Gods humanity first saw the dawn OF day and
became the charge of a weak and fragile
mother l knew not then the hours OF travail {,
but since have learned. Ten heeting years
passed and they laid her to rest. Oh, in that
hour of childish anguish my heart though
broken was healed. | knew that never more
on earth would meet mother friend, but
her religious training and admonition instilled
in my heart planted hope of meeting in that
great beyond.
And now, as my mind reflects, it is as but
yesterday that this parting occurred. Many
changes have taken place. | have wandered
far from my native home, but the memory of her
has been my pilot through life and has shielded
me from many crime that would have caused
blush upon her name.
realize that have one year less to spend
on earth, one year nearer Heaven. Heaven ?
A place where Jesus is, where we shall see him
"a place where He is ever preparing mansions
for the redeemed. Can it be complete with
out mothers No, no. The mother of Jesus
was mortal, Gus mothers were mortal, but in
that day shall be clothed IN a body that seem.
eth good to him. And whence cometh all
this? Let US point with humble and thank
full heart to Cavalry, the cross.
l do not know if 1 shall see another birthday
on earth, but of one thing l am sure: if not
here, twill be where my second birth will be
complete. The way is straight but short,
narrow but pleasant, the brook small after all.
The gate is ajar, and one glance sufficient for
pleasures here missed. One glance at the
innuumerable host, a voice saying, 'These are
they who had their robes washed and made
white in the blood of the Lamb" Should it
be that have one thought supreme, twill be
where is she whom have loved and lost awhile
Mother w. w.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
For the Advocate.
QujItinq Party and Dance.


At the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Henry
Ritzel. Smallwood, Thursday, January 80. a
quilting was held, which all enjoyed. Re-
ireshments of apples, cake and wine were
served, and at four O. clock u bountiful repast
was served in the dining room. In the even
ing party OF young people arrived as a sur
prise and dancing was INDUCED in. The
ouilters were Mesdames Henry Bitzel, Lizzie
Wardenfelt, Louise Baker, W. y. Lockard,
John Beard, Frank Freyman. Charles Mingle,
Edward Miner, Mary A. Williams, Marion
Bizel, Herbert Bitzel; Misses Estella Lock
ard, Lottie Frizzell, Westminster; Nettie
Miner Marie Bitzel, Evelyn Bitzel, Ethel
Bitzel Others present were Messrs Henry
Bitze. Marion Bitzel, Herbert Bitzel, Clar-
ence Bitzel, Winnie Btzel. Mr.. Lockard,
Masters Charles and Walter Bitzel and Rus
sci Freyman.
Those who formed the surprise party were
c. a. Bitzel and wife, Edward Miner and
wife. Joseph Miner and wife, Ivan Sayers and
wife, Charles Mingle and wife, Robert Davis
and wife, Charles Wagner and wife. William
cellars and wife, Marion Bitzel and wife,
Herbert Bitzel and wife, Henry Wardenfelt
and wife; Misses Eva Rosenberger, Estella
Lockard. Minnie Walking, Lottie Frizell,
Annie Walking, Laura Magin, Nettie Magin,
Annie Barber, Nellie Shipley, Emma j. Arm
old, Margie Hill, Minnie Sayers, Edna Eel
lars, Hilda Miner, Hilda Mingle, Marie Bitzel,
Nettie Miner, Ethel Bitzel; Messrs. Nelson
Blizzard. Bradley Blizzard, John Hoffman,
Harry Williams, Carroll Logue, George
Bishton, Bayard Arnold, Walter Blizzard,
Charles Lockard, Silas Frizzell. Henry Ge-
sell, Leonard Frick. Ernest Miner, Philip
Bitzel. Augustus cellars, James Plack, Edward
Bishton, Edward Bollinger, Clarence Magin,
Clarence Bitzel, Charles Walking, Harrison
Shipley. Ernest Walking, Walter Wagner,
Irwin Blizzard, Ernest cellars, William Miner,
Winnie Bitzel, Joshua Gist, Masters Charles
and Walter Bitzel.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
To the Democratic Advocate.
ENJOYABLE Sleigh Ride and Dance.

On Thursday evening, February t., the
residence of Mr.. and Mrs Harry Barber was
the scene of most delightful dance that was
qiyen in honor of Louis Barber and VIM.
Davis.
The guests arrived at an early hour and
were given a cordial welcome, after which
thew INDUCED in dancing and plays and other
games, and had some very fine selections OF
music played on the graphophone.
Refreshments were then served and all re-
turned to their homes thanking Mr.. and Mrs.
Barber for their evenings enjoyment
Among those present were Harry Barber
and WIFE James Bowers and wife. John Baker
and wife, A. l.. Davis and wife, Harvey Davis
and wife. Ed. Miner and wife, Joe Miner and
wife, Pierce Wilhide and wife, Lew 11I Aahn
and wife, Robert Zahn and wife, Charles Wag-
ner and wife, Herbert Btzel and wife, Fred
Magin and wife, Robert Caples and wife, MRS.
Hess, Mrs Richard Baker, Luther Aahn;
Misses Nellie S. Shipley, beulah ohapcH' Il,
Emma Arnold, Mary Barber, Adelaide Dell,
Nettie and Laura Magin, Louisa, Hilna ana
MYRTLE Caples, Stella Lockard, Evelyn Bltzell,
Nett;e Miner. Nellie Miner, Martha Baker.
Annie Barber. Hilda Miner, Eva Baker and
Stella Bowers; Messrs. Bob Davis, jarrett
Shauck, Lewis Barber, Walter Wagner, Jonn
ME Easton, Ellis Bowers, Leslie DAVIS. Daiias
Sbipley. Franklin Magin, Ernie Miner, Albert
Arnold. Ed. Ricter, Bayard Arnold, Lesiie
Gorsuch. Melville Shauck, Herschel Barber,
Paul Zahn, Chester Shipley, Clarence Magin,
Ollie Caples, Garfield Ogg. Willie Miner, Jim
Plack. Harry Williams, Will Frick, Winfield
Canles. George Ricter, Earl Owings, Oscar
Baker. Robert Shipley, Johnnie Caples, Car
roll Williams, Clarence Caples. Roland DAVIS
and Master Vollen Barber.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
Soma Recital.

The song recital by Mr.. Frederic Martin,
basso, last Friday evening at Alumni Hall
Western Maryland College, was rare musical
treat. Mr.. Martin is singer concerning
whom there can be no two opinions" His
fine appearance, his splendid sonorous voice,
of excellent range, of unlimited power, of rare
fexibility and quality, his artistic temperament
and his delightful interpretations alllcombined
to make his recital great success. His pro.
gram was divided into four groups of songs
old classics, modern German songs, songs in
French and miscellaneous English songs, and
he gave in the same perfect and satisfying
manner the light and tender songs as he did
the heavier numbers.
Mr.. Martin is known the country over for
his oratorio work. Only the evening before
he had sung with the Oratorio Society of
Baltimore in Rossinni's Stabat Mater. For
the bass solos of Handel's Messiah he is said
to be unsurpassed in this country. 1t was
therefore particularly gratifying to have him
sing, by special request, and as he did in his
masterful way, the aria why do the
Nations ?" from this oratorio. Every one of
his numbers brought forth great applause from
his admiring hearers, but this most of all
And it was just here he paid very gracious
tribute to his accompanist, Miss Alice Rich,
the pianist at the college, by insisting that
she share the honors with him, and it was we'll
deserved, for she had played all the accompan-
iments in that helpful and sympathetic way in
which only an accomplished musician can,
and had given him most admirable support in
this selection, particularly difficult in the
nianO score
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
Orphans' Court.

Monday, February 10.-John 81. Diffendall,
executor of Tobias II. Eckenrode, deceased,
received order to sell personal property:
William A. Fowble, executor of Frederick
Fowbe, deceased, returned inventories OF
money and debts.
Susannah w.. Charles j., and W. Morris
Haines, executors of Joseph l.. Haines, de-
ceased, received order to sell stocks.
Letters of administration on the estate OF
Thomas j. Hunt, deceased, were granted to
Alverta E. Hunt aud A. Thomas Hunt, who
received warrant to appraise, also order TO
notify creditors.
Tuesday, February 1l.-John I. Snowden,
executor of John M. Snowden, deceased, re.
turned inventories of money and debts, and
filed report of sale of real estate on which
court granted order nisi.
The sale of real estate of Theodore Tracy,
deceased, was finally ratified by the court.
Ann E. Young, executrix of John L. Young
deceased, settled her second and final &C
count.
Nelson C. and Lewis Daniel Zepp, acting
executors of Emanuel Zepp, deceased, re
turned report of sale of personal property:
Ellen M. Danner and Abraham 5. K: Dan
ner, administrators of Susanna h. Turtle
deceased, returned inventories of money ane
debts.
W. Edward Baker, administrator of Hannah
Baker, deceased, returned inventories OF
money and debts, report of sale of persona
property and settled his first and final &C
count,
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
MARYLAND COLLEGIATE
INSTITUTE.

Everyone is interested in his acquaintance.
Since A number of students of Maryland Col
lepiate Institute come from towns or viclmhes
where a number of our leading local news
naners are published have thought that
the patrons of these different papers would
enioy a bit of weekly news concerning them
in their school home Therefore, if 1t pleases
your editor, we shall come to you each week
with some spicy news about the students and
what is going on where they are.
J. Walter Englar, of New Windsor, Is
spending few hours with US each day learn
ing to handle the typewriter and doing some
class work. ,,.,,
H.H.R. Brechbill's father, j. G. Brechblll.
visited the school several days last week.
Elder A. P. Snader called TO see his daugh-
ter Anna Monday
VIM. 81, Main writes that he attended a
nleasant reunion of M. C. |. students i'll
Florida recently.
Edwin Leyda's mother and two sisters
| gave him pleasant surprise last week.
The last lecture of the season will be gwen
Saturday evening, February 10, by FREQ
| Emerson Brooks, poet and orator
| Our weather prophet, George HICKS, is
popular or unpopular according as ne propne
| sizes good or bad weather
Our bellman, A. K. Hohf, has the grip and
is trying to break it by swallowing the con
tents of the doctors grip.
| While eighteen of the students were ENJOY
| ing the big sled ride Saturday night the res
were in the kitchen pulling taffy. Each party
is satisfied with the pleasure OF the evening
Misses Mary Lint, ,Almedia Weimert and Mar
gle Hartman conducted the tatfy making.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
MEDFoRD.

Miss Larue Myers, who was operated on in
the Maryland University Hospital, Baltimore,
recently, has returned home and is getting
along nicely.
Carroll Haines goes to Baltimore phys-
clan regularly to take treatment for his throat
Herbert Ambrose, who was manager of the
store at this place, has taken charge of the
store at Union Bridge for c. E. Engle & Co..
A new manager, Mr.. Corbin, has succeeded
Mr.. Ambrose at this place. The latter will
be greatly missed by the community in gen
eral, as he was among the best in his class.
Quite large number of persons both ladies
from this section.
The ice houses are being filled this week
with fine quality of ice, measuring six and
seven inches. We generally get it in February
if not Before.
I noticed recently in the Baltimore Ameri.
can that II man in the vicinity of Union Bridge
feeds his COWS but once day, and claim that
they do as we'll as when fed oftener | think
that would be poor policy to pattern after.
| claim it far better, and will reap better re
suits If cow is fed regularly three times
day. The secret of success is to keep cow
pretty we'll filled up. That man. as we'll as
any of us, would think it would be imposing
on our appetites if we would be fed but once
a day, although it would lessen the burdens
of the housewife TO some exten.. and like.
wise to the man that feeds his cows but once
day, which he may think is worth consider
ing.
Allen Sharrer, of Westminster. and Hattie
Willet, of Medford, both pupils of the West
minister High School, passed the examination
last week in the high seventh grade and both
led their class. which numbered about 80,
with an average of 81, causing tie. Prof.
Morelock, the principal, said that such an oc
curence had never happened in the school in
his time.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
Chickens and Eggs.

Ornie Heyde, near New Windsor, during
the year 1907 sold from $50 hens 1877 dozens
of eggs. They averaged fraction over 1s
cents per dozen.
James M. Shellman, near Uniontown, sold
during the past year 985 dozens of eggs. They
averaged 164 cents per dozen. But one week
during the year did they 60 below IA cents.
That was the last week in May, when they
fell to 13 cents per dozen.
Mary had little hen,
That caused her many tear,
1t used to lay when eggs were cheap
And quit when they were dear:
Washington Star.
Samuel Baer at his poultry yard, Elizabeth
town, has hatched over l 200 chicks this year.
Some are almost large enough for market.
w. Guy Segafoose, one of our leading buck
sters, shipped 100 dozens of eggs to Balti-
more last week.
William Bowers, near Linwood, has 81 ca.
pons, and John Stone, Becktown, has % ca
pons, which they are fattening for the city
market.
William Sittig has added $50 egg incuba:
tor and three breeders to his poultry yard
near Uniontown.
A cold north wind blew through the coop,
1t gave the old rooster the roop;
Said the farmer, 'By Heck,
l will Just wiring his neck,
And drown all his troubles in soop."
Union Bridge Pilot.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
a Surprise Party.

A surprise party was given at the home OF
Frank H. Willet, of Medford. on tuesday
evening last in honor of their daughter Ethel.
It was indeed complete surprise, as no one
of the family had any knowledge whatever4 4t
the party. The evening was very pleasantly
spent in social conversation, instrumental and
vocal music and party games until a late hour,
when ali were invited to the diningroom,
where refreshments were served, after which
all returned home, expressing themselves as
having bad good time. Those present were e: 9
Frank h. Willet and wife, Misses Allie
Owings, Sara Robertson, Cora Harman, Anna
May Brown. Larue Myers, Nora Baker, Eva
Stoner, Corinne Duvall, Mabel Cook, Elsie
Duvall, Grace Royer, Ethel W,ilet, Mary
Marie Roger, Hattie Willet; Messrs. Claude
Robert, Clarence Manahan, Louis Lee, Earl
Brown Sauble, Benton Jacob Stoner, Harvey
Roser, Russell Welty, Earl zentz, Weldon
DuyaIl, Clayton Roser, Carroll Ecker, Vernon
Giadhiil, Wilbur William Roger, Carroll Stem
and Tom Fuss.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
PLEASANT VALLEY.

Our young people, as we'll as some of the
older ones, were very much disappointed to
see the sleighing leave so quickly, as there
were number Of seighing parties on hand.
Noah Powell, who has been confined to his
house for some time, is able to be out again.
but his wife is now confined to her bed with
an attack of grip.
Mrs. Lewis Myers was taken very i'll last
night. DR.. j. j. Stewart was quickly sum
moned 10 her bedside and rendered medical
aid. She is not much better at present writing
Miss Ada Wantz is on the sick list.
Charles Myers and wife have returned to
Baltimore.
Ice has been plentiful the past week and
the Pleasant Valley Creamery company have
harvested ice from 45 to IL inches thick.
Mrs. George Bankard in on the sick list.
Jonas Hildebridle recently killed a hog
which weighed 604 pounds.
Sunday school this Sunday at a. m. Di-
vine service at 10 by Rev. James B. Stone
sifer.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
Minstrel Carnival.

The minstrel carnival given in New Wind.
sor on last Friday evening at the I. o. o. F.
Hall was grand success. The large hall
was crowded to its utmost capacity and several
people were turned away from the doors.
The minstrel company is made up of twelve
male members and lady pianist. The pro.
gram was divided into two parts. The first
part consisted of solos, duets, quartettes and
comic poetry. The second part consisted of
three funny plays of one act each entitled,
"Dutchy vs.. Niger" Terrible Towser,' y
and Don't Get Weary" all of which were
well applauded, and funny monologue.
This show will be given in several adjoining
towns in the near future. Everyone that
wishes to see an entertainment full of fun
from start to finish ought to take advantage Of
this treat There isn't anything in the whole
show that would not be fit for lady to hear,
as the ladies of our town will vouch for.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
An Evening Of Pleasure.

The beautiful home of Mr.. and Mrs. David
R. Geiman, Bond street extended, this city,
was the scene of very pleasant event last
Tuesday evening. A number of young ladies
and gentlemen from Hampstead paid them
visit, also inviting few of their Westminster
friends to be with them. The evening was
spent in games and music on the piano until
midnight, when luncheon was served in their
usual hospitable manner, consisting of ham
and cheese sandwiches, Saratoga chips, pickles,
cake and coffee. which was much enjoyed by
the guests, who were Walter Sullivan and
wife, Misses Mary Hoover, Garnet Ruby,
Jennie Stone, Dora Warrington, Loretta
Wells, Deborah Rote,> Mary Rupp, Jennie
Murray, Burnetta Sullivan, Ray Murray, May
Sullivan; Messrs. Frank Miller, Everett Muir
ray, Claude Rupp, Everett Warehime, Hamp.
stead; D. R. Geiman and wife, Mrs; Kautf'
man, Edna Stoner, Eugenia Geiman, Blanche
Rover, Elizabeth Geiman; Messrs. Ernest
Geiman, Paul Price, Harry Geiman. Guy
L. Fowler, Roger Irwin, Guy Caple, George
Armacost, Vernon Otto, Frank Armacost,
Joseph Brooks, Walter Eckenrode and Master
Stoner Geiman, this city.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
February Term Of Court.

The February term of the Circuit Court for
Carroll county began on Monday. with Chief
Judge William H. Thomas and Associate
judi ge William b. Forsythe, Jr., occupying
the bench; R. B. Owings, crier, and c. Carroll
Henry, messenger, Frederick Zahn and Philip
Wagner were appointed bailiffs at the gates
and Christian Rather bailiff to the petit jury.
February IL, VIM. 81. Forsythe, Associate
Judge-Lester Patterson VS.. David B. Bosley,
appeal from John T. Hill, J. P; tried before
court; judgment affirmed with costs. Fink
for appellant and j. NJ. Reifsnider for ap.
pellee.
State of Maryland VS.. Howard Sents, dis
orderly conduct, plea of guilty confessed,
sentence suspended, and recognized in the
sum of 500 to appear and be of good be-
havior for one year.
The case of Hitchcock & Devilbiss VS.. Harry
Dell, suit on note given for pair of mules
which the latter claims were not as represent
ed, came up on Wednesday and is still on trial
before the jury. ]. M. Reifsnider for plain.
tiffs and Guy W. Steel for defendant.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
DANIEL.

The home of Mr. and Mrs. James Aldridge,
who have recently moved from Baltimore,
was the scene of one of the largest parties that
has been in the neighborhood for some time.
Various games and plays were INDUCED in
until II o'clock, when refreshments were
served in abundance. Those present were ::
James Aldridge and wife, Shriver Pickett
and wife. Charles Hammond and wife, Wm.
H. Aldridge; Misses Emma and Myrtle Con
away, Nola Jenkins, Nina Stambaugh, Lizzie
Jenkins, Annie Miller, Naomi Gatrell, Zola
Streaker, Edith Pickett, Ola Davis, Eva
Consway, Gertie Hammond, Mona Penn,
Ethel and Cora Richardson, Ada Fleming;
Messrs. Arthur Conaway, Donald Miller,
Herbert Jenkins, Thomas Bower, Sterling
Stambaugh, States Gst, Robert Gosnell, Riley
Farver, Charles Koontz, Chester and Frank
Davis, Clarence and Roy Conaway, Cleve
Warner, Raymond Jenkins, Walter Haines,
Pierce Glennan, 10y Fleming. Lester Long,
Ray McQuay, Joe Hancock and Ernert Bran
denburg. All expressed themselves as having
good time, and after thanking their host and
hostess departed for their respective homes.
The Democratic advocate., 1908-02-14
CIVIL GOVERNMENT.
Questions Asked OF Tenth Grade
Pupils at Westminster
High School.

l. What was the echief weakness of the gov.
ernment under the Articles of Confederation
Describe the steps leading up to the adoption
of the present constitution.
2. Give the preamble to the cons titution
8. Discuss the following points with refer.
ence to Representatives and Senators: Mum
ber, qualifications, term and manner of election.
4. Describe in detail the manner of electing
senators? How is vacancy filled? Give an
example in the recent history of our state.
5. What is the name given to the presiding
officer of the House? What can you say Of
his Importance Who presides in the Senate
6. In what three ways can bill become a
law?
7. Describe the three kinds of paper
money.
8. Explain the matter of copyrights and
patents.
9. Give the qualifications for president
and vice president. Discuss the meaning OF
the terms natural born citizen"
10. Name the executive departments.
Explain briefly the business of each.