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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
A coNFIDING CONSTABLE.
The Way He Helped the Houssmaid
Repel the BURGLARS.

The Way He Helped the Housemaid
Repel the Burglars.
A good story is told at the expense
of constable in rural England, says a
writer IN the London Telegraph.
Not long ago young and pretty
housemaid arrived at the big house Of
the neighborhood, and II was observed
that our friends beat often took him
I'm that direction. At first she seemed
to resent his advances, but suddenly
she changed altogether, and the course
Of true love appeared to run smooth
for time.
One night he called rather later than
usual. 1t was dark, and his fair one
greeted him somewhat coolly. he
thought.
His doubts, however. disappeared
when she suddenly declared that she
would take him into her confidence.
She had overheard the particulars OF
n plot to break into the house and
steal the plate.
"Now, JIM" she said. heres II
chance for promotion. The burglars
knew where the plate was kept. so
we've shifted It. What want you to
10 is 10 y. into Tic plate cupboard
and wait I'll they come and open the
door. Then you'll have 'em."
Jim jumped at the chance and half
an hour later was concealed in the
cupboard. The burglars came, as ex.
pected. and promptly got to work.
The constable chuckled to himself as
he heard the mufIied whir of tool on
the outside Of the cupboard door, and
he grasped his staff and waited.
After some minutes waiting he re-
solved to take q cautious peep. But
the door was fast. securely screwed on
the outside by the burglars.
When jim eventually reused the
house and was released from his pris-
on the burglars and plate. together
with the pretty housemaid "a confeder-
ate). had disappeared. Moreover, the
constable's position took a good dea
Of explaining away.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
Oddly of Dreams.

Nobody ever feels pain in dream"
said psychologist. Rage. terror, JOY,
grief-these emotions stab US as poign.
antly in dream as In reality. But
physical pa. \. no. l have Intercepted
1000 persons, and none of them ever
suffered dream pains. Yet they have
dreamed OF dreadful motor accidents
tortures. d, ath. One young girl. In.
deed, dreamed time and again Of be-
ing eaten alive by cannibals. yet even
in that horrible nightmare she felt no
pain"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01

Among the words given out for
analysis recently by district school
teacher in Pennsylvania was "bank-
note" The instructors establishment
may be imagined when one male pupil
turned In the following unique paper:
"Bank-note is n compound. primitive
word. composed Of bank and note.
Bank Is a simple word. meaning the
side Of stream: note to set down.
'Bank-note.' to set down by the side OF
a stream."-Lippincott's.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
FEATS OF STRENGTH.
A Blacksmith Who Fairly outdid Al.
eustus the Strong.

a Blacksmith Who Fairly outdid Au-
sustus the Strong.
Not all the worlds strong men have
been performers on the public stage
Indeed, instances might be multiplied
IN which the feats of professionals
have been equaled or excelled.
Charles Louvier. carpenter of Paris
found 1t child's play to roll a tin basin
between his fingers into cylinder.
On one occasion he carried of a sol
der on guard who had gone to sleep
in the sentry box and deposited both
the box and the soldier on a low
churchyard wall near by.
Another man who sometimes found
his great strength source of amuse-
ment was Danish locksmith. knui
Knudson. While standing In a win.
dow oil the ground floor he lifted with
one hand half q bullock from the
shoulder of butcher who was toilina
past with his load.
Augustus the Strong, the elector OF
Saxony, once entered a blacksmith
stcc 20 have his horse shod. To show
his suit how strong he was he picked
up several horseshoes and broke one
after the other, asking the blacksmith
as he did so IL he had no better. When
1t came to paying the bill the elector
threw a silver piece on the anvil. II
was very thick coin. The blacksmith
took It up and broke 1t In half. saying,
Pardon me. but l have given you q
good horseshoe. and expect a good
coin In return" Another piece was
offered him. He broke that and FIVE
or six others. Then the Inundated
elector handed him louis dor, saying,
"The others were probably made OF
bad metal. but this gold piece is good.
] hope"
An Italian. Luigi Bertini Of Milan.
performed similar feat. Besides
horseshoes. he broke nails a finger
thick.
The Duke Of Grammont. the minis.
ter Of Napoleon III. frequently aston
ished the women at court by bending
twenty franc piece in his hand
New York Tribune.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
GOT THE WHOLE VOTE.
A Pledge That Was Freely Given and
That Was Easily Kept.

II is related OF certain candidate
for Office in certain Kansas campaign
that he billed himself for speech In a
southern Kansas town on a certain
October day and wrote ahead to a
number Of friends there TO give him
tips"
One OF them told him to see n GER
tain colored man upon his arrival In
the town. IF you can get the vote Of
this negro" wrote the friend. you can
get the vote of the whole negro popu-
latlon In this town. Don't fail to see
him and get him to your way Of think
ing"
About the first thing the candidate
did after registering at the hotel was
to look up this negro. II was only a
little while after the introduction that
he was calling the negro by his given
name. filling his pockets with cigars.
passing him compliments and general.
ly giving him the taffy." The negro
took It all and enjoyed the occasion
immensely. The candidate spent sew.
eral hours In the negro's company and
after he thought the proper degree of
warmth had been obtained preached
the real object of his friendship:
Say. John. want the negro vote Of
this town"
"All right" replied John. "I'n vote
TO- you. sab. I'll vote To- you. I'm
70 you. sab"
THAT'S all right" said the candi.
date. That's all right. I'm sure you
will. I'm sure you I'LL. But / want
to have the whole negro vote Of this
town. want to get ALL"
Oats all right" responded the ne
gro. II done said I'd vote 70 you. I'm
yo' friend. I'll suttinly cast my vote
To- you"
"But. say. John. know that" said
the candidate. See here, I'll be frank
The fellows told me that you are a big
man among the colored folks down
here and that II I got your vote I'd
get the whole negro vote in this place
Do you catch onr
"Sho." replied John. "Sho I do
You'll git de whole niggah vote. all
right. Dey won't be trouble bout dat
sab. You see. I'm de only niggah in
dis here whole town."-Mobile Regis
ter.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
Tongue Charms.

The tongues Of animals have been
and are still In some parts OF the
world favorite amulets. A tongue cut
from living fox Is said to ward OF
disease Of all kinds, but as the person
carrying one will surely die II he hap.
pens TO meet a fox at any crossroads
the charm Is seldom used. The tongue
Of the vulture plucked out with iron
and hung about mans neck in new
cloth will bring him what he desires,
and some East Indians believe that II
they do not bite or the tip Of the
tongue Of any wild animal they kill
they will not have good luck in hunt
ing.-London Tit-Bits.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
AN UNSOcIABLE LOT.
What Mr.. Thomas Thought Of the
Crowd In New York.

Crowd In New York.
Mr.. Thomas crammed a fresh stick
Of birch into his little stove and closed
the door, which John Arnold had left
ajar on his entrance. The tiny shoe
shop thus became air tight. Then the
proprietor replied to Johns question
Of what he thought Of New York.
II can tell ye in 'mazing few words"
he said. Its considerable Of place.
Lots doing an splendid big buildings
an schools an churches an oil that
They think they're some punkins too.
An l amt saying that there amt
plenty Of real smart ones there. Spite
Of all that, though. call 'em kind O.
ignorant, besides being cold in their
manners"
II want 10 know commented Jcnn.
visibly impressed by this recital.
I'm tell ye." continued Mr.. Thomas.
Brother Toms boys Office Is down
near the big Brooklyn bridge. and l
used to go down there and set good
deal while my wife visited with his
wife up in Harlem.
when It come what they call rush
hour used to 60 down an stand on
the bridge an watch 'em passing by,
hundreds Of 'em, on their way home,
an I got to feel real friendly an TO
know lots Of 'em by sight. But
Mr.. Thomas paused impressively-
"but, although l didn't miss an aft
noon whilst ! was there. an that was
two weeks. nary one o. them men ever
give me single glance Of recognition.
"It want my place to speak first, me
being a stranger an they home. so to
speak. l want going to push myself;
but, l tell We what, John. two or three
times ! had to hold on to myself to
keep from telling Of 'em just what ]
thought Of such onfriendly ways.
"'Why.' says I to Brother Toms
boy. how long do you s'pose one O.
them would be ut Tunkett Corners be-
fore we knew him well enough TO nod
to an found out his manner "-Youth's
Companion.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01

The Court Didn't Appoint q Receiver
TO Administer II.

to Administer II.
A woman's way OF getting around
trouble, especially her ability to an
swer a question without giving any In
formation, Is well known, particularly
10 the members OF the bar that have
had occasion to cross words with her
on the stand. A woman with q well
developed sense Of humor once foiled
the persistent attempt OF w. g. Cha
pin. late editor of the American Law
yer, to elicit information In supple
mentary proceedings. He tells the story
Of the failure himself.
81 had been admitted to the bar but
short time and was fair specimen
Of the average theory stuffed, practice
wanting. law school graduate. How
joyously were the commands Of the
managing clerk obeyed! Here was the
looked for opportunity to demonstrate
my ability In the noble art OF search
ingly examining recalcitrant wit
ness, q woman!
"Of the two, fancy. however. that
It was the lady who was more self
possessed when the proceedings open
ed. She was dressmaker and had
been sued for debt by a dry goods
firm. The examination dragged its
slow length along. revealing no assets,
until finally came the omnium gathe-
rum query asked as finisher.
"'Have you any property Of any
kind or nature. real or personal. or
any right or interest In property that
you have failed to mentionY
perhaps II was my tone she dis
liked. At any rate. her eyes snapped.
We'll. I've got what perhaps you
wouldn't call an interest. but it's al
most as good. It's an expectation.
Must answer"
"'If you please I was encouraged.
"'well. you see. It's this way. I've
got two sisters, and both Of 'em have
married finely. Now. neither one Of
them begins to be as good looking as !
am
Eyes She had me puzzled.
"'well, really don't see why
shouldn't have the same show
at Is needless to say that there was
no receiver appointed to administer
this asset "-Chicago Record-Herald.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01

Tradition has It that Noah's faith
ful dog was the last animal to board
the ark"
"Yes. The hog was probably the
FIRST, SO that he could grab an end
Washington Star.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
A Gambler.

Tommy-Pop. how would you define
a gambler? Tommy's Pop-Well. my
son. mans wife thinks he Is gam
bier II he loses. and his friends think
be Is a gambler II he wins.-Philadel
phia Record.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
Got Even Wlth ths clark.

Mr. Jawhack-This gown is not be.
coming to you. and It Is expensive.
Why did you buy It? Mrs. Jawback--
Because the clerk looked as II he
thought I thought couldn't afford It.
Cleveland Leader.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
A Mean Man.

Tommy-Pop. a man Is a bachelor
until he gets married. isn't hef Tom
my's Pop-Yes. my son. Tommy-And
what does he call himself afterward
Tommy Pop's-rd hate to tell you. my
son. Philadelphia Record.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
Poultry
RaiSers

For the last eighteen years have been
using P0weips Improved Chicken
Cholera Powder and the demand for
this reliever is greater than ever before
II is a thoroughly practical compound
that will be found to be preventive
and cure for Chicken Cholera and kim
dred diseases affecting all kinds of fowl.
Soc, Csc. and 15c. per package.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01

He that rises again quickly and con.
tinues the race Is as II he had never
fallen.-Mollneux.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01

Posveif's Condition Poultry Powder
The best powder we have ever sold for
geese, ducks. Chickens and Turkeys. It
puts them in good condition and keeps
them so. Zoe. and zoe. per package.
Any of the above sent anywhere in
the United States upon receipt Of price.
We also carry in stock Pratt's, Hess.
international and Oakland Poultry Pow
ders.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01
A Reliable
Remedy
EIy's Cream Balm
10 quickly absorbed.
Gives Relief al Once.

UIVtb WtIItI II OHCt.
II cleanses, soothes,
heals and protects
tho diseased menu
brane resulting from
Ca.arrh and drives
away a Cold in the
Head quickly. Re-
stores the Senses of
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01

Taste and Smell. Full size so cts, at Drug
gists or by mail. In liquid form, IS cents.
Ely Brothers, Sc Warren Street, New York.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1909-05-01

Making Enhances and the production Of
package.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
Fred Stones Bear.

Fred Stone. Of Montgomery and Stone,
during his hunting trip in Alaska last
summer. killed an old she-bear which
was conveying a pair Of month-oId cubs
through the forest Mr.. Stone and his
companion, Rex Beach, the novelist, were
properly grieved over the tragedy and
10 prove II adopted the orphan cubs.
Mr.. Stone carries his little foster bear
about with him whenever The Red
MiiF' plays and VIII not stop at a
hotel where the baby bear may not
also find accommodation OF some
sort. The cub is q playful little fellow.
only about four months old. but all hotel
keepers DO not appreciate lis charm
That's the reason that the faithful Mr..
Stone has been obliged 10 put Up with the
accommodations at some pretty queer
hotels thus far this season. It's q pretty
tough fob living up to a bear pet, but IN
view OF the fact that ii was Stones
rife that made the bear an orphan. he
sees his duty shining in a great white
light and. as Dave Montgomery phrases
It, goes 10 it" even II Il leads 20 lodging
in a livery stable
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
Music in Thenterr.

Before sailing for Europe, Charles Froh-
man was asked point-blank If he did not
think that orchestras would finally be en-
tirely dispensed with in American the
aters. as they were long ago in CONT
mental theaters- His answer was equally
20 the point: Yes: when American audi
ences leave the theater in a mass be-
tween acts and go out TO smoke or have
a drink. That is the only reason music
is not heard in European theaters. Every
body IS out Of the theater, holding in
his hand a cigarette or A glass Of liquor
But. of course, we in America. attributing
a subtle motive 20 every feature OF 4
European theater. think il highly artistic
that the theaters over there have no
Orchestras. Far from being artistic. IL IS
one OF the two most practical things about
the continental theaters-and the other
one Is the bar that draws the audiences
out OF the theater"
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
Marie DOro.

The few cities which are to enjoy the
privilege OF seeing Marie DOro. now in
her second season as a star under the
direction Of Charles Frohmsn. in the new
and brilliant comedy. The Richest Girl. -
have exceptional entertainment in store.
There is no other actress on the Ameri-
can stage to-day who resembles Miss
DorO closely in personality or method.
This fact has been proved twice already.
by her Interpretation OF the roles OF
Clarice in William Gillettes delightful
comedy by that name OF Carlotta n
THE Morals Of Marcus" in which she
appeared successfully last season. Il has
been proved again in this. her latest
role that OF Benjamin MOnnier IN The
Richest Girl" In certain ways the char
acter resembles that Of Csrlotta- in that
il reveals an elm creature Of most IN
conventional ways and thoughts; but in
many other respects il is entirely dis
tinctive. This new comedy was written
by Gavault and Morton, and. strange to
say, It has yet 20 be produced IN Paris
the scene OF its birth. Charles Frohman
secured the American rights. and the
adaptation has been cleverly male. hap
PLY disclosing the witness and charm
Of the dialogue. the comicality Of the
scenes and the twisted sentiment OF the
story. With Miss DorO in The Richest
Girl when 1t comes TO Washington for
a weeks engagement early in February.
will be a company Of well-known players.
including Orrin Johnson, especially en-
gagged for the role OF Paul Normand
about whom and Benjamine Monnier the
play revOIveS
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
WAR AND PEACE PAGEANTS
Preparations for the Inaugural Parade Recalls Days
SpIendOr in Egypt, Greece, and Rome.

sparkling with gems stood behind him
and frequently whispered in his ear, Re
member thou art a man.
After Amelius followed the senator's
aud eonsuls o. foot ana the military tfi-
bunes On horseback.
The victorious army came last, precsd-
ed BY the trumpe1ers. who sounded such
notes rs were played when they charged
TIE enemy. the soldiers, shouting anj
singing 30 TrJmphe," we're the recipi-
ents OF the s-eatest applause Of the null
titus!s- The oS en- having been sacrificed
tie general then gave magnificent cd
tertainnent TO his officers and the people
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
Rebew Orche.trn RebearsaI.

The fourth IN the series Of public re-
hearsals OF the Rebew Orchestra was
given in the Keller Memorial Lutheran
Church last Monday evening These pop
ular monthly concerts are always well
attended, and the work OF these young
musicians IS very creditable and show
constant improvement and an enthusiastic
spirit that IS a tribute to the work Of
their popular director. Prof. Weber. The
debut OF Miss Marguerite T. Harbers as
a violin soloist was a feature Of the
evening. She rendered Concerto. Op. =.
in a style that marks her a promising
performer. She displayed technique and
grace and an ease Of manner 70 an
unusual degree for 2 youthful performer
For an encore she rendered the Berceuse
from "JOcelyn" equally we'll Miss Amy
Kib5y sang a soprano solo. Slave Song.
in a pleasing, plaintive style, and gave
Sing Ne to Sleep IN response TO an
encore
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
INSTALLATIONS HELD.
State Commander of Ladies of Mac
cabeea Conduets CeremoniaIs.

State Commander of Ladies of Mac
cHbees Conducts CeremOniaIs.
Mrs. Lillian N. Hollister. supreme COM
mander Of the Ladies OF the Maccabees
Of the World Of Detroit. Mich. viii be
in Washington Tuesday, Wednesday. and
Thursday Of this week for the purpose Of
holding installations for the three large
hives. National No. L Mount Vernon. No.
, and Columbia, No 3. at Pythian
Temple.
Friday evening the officers Of hide
pendence Hive. No. 4, and Union Hive.
No s. were installed by Mrs. Melva J.
CasweII, State commander.
The officers Of Independence Hive, No.
T. are:
Lady commander. Maud Wade; lieutenant CON
mandeT, DAISY jeffrey. PAS commander. Cora Just /:
record keeper Elizabeth J. Taylor; finance auditor,
Enln'a Strange; chaplain, Edna n McIntcsh +;
sergesnt Annie Lyons iady-at-ar-ns. Lola GIlcrist
sentinel. Jeanette Myers: picket. Rosa Wade
pianist Alice UIinzn: banner bearers Hattie Thom-
son. julia Witrgenstein. and Bessie Stone; oGcial
TToulTteT, Georgia Myers
Lady Maud Wade. on behalf Of the
hive, presented the retiring commander.
Cora Just, with q handsome Jewel. The
State commander was presented with a
beautiful souvenir spoon Lady Irrna Par
rOtt gave two solos. which were very much
appreciated. Refreshments were served.
Visitors were present from Columbia
Hive. No. ;: Union Hive. No. 6. and
Georgetown Hive. No. 10 \ handsome
badge was also presented to Miss E I
Taylor, record keeper.
Officers Of Union Hive. No. s. are:
LADY cnunzndsT. Mary L Patrick: hsutenznt
commander. ViTgie hleindust, past commander.
GsTy Ellis; record keeper. Ella Weeks; finance
auditor, Clara C3Irstnan; serEesnt. Rebecra Kari-
nan: Ady-st-zrns Matte DAVIS: chaplain Carrie
Bo8ini; sentinel. LueIia ChriSOp5er; PICKET, ANY
Borrow.
Mrs. Melva J. Caswen. state com
mandeT. was assisted in the ceremonies
by the guards OF Independence Hive, No.
4 as follows:
Captain Of guards. Georgia l. Myers; grar5s
Maud Wade. Edua Meiutosh Grace Gannt. Eliza
beth l. TayloT. Nora Wade. Ivy Clements. Matte
stone. Lola GIcHrist. Annie Lyons. Hattie Thomp-
son. Elnora Taylo-. Dorothy Hayden. DAISY Risen.
ard Bessie Stone
Mrs Charlotte Cox acted as lady Of
ceremonies for the evening. Mrs. Mary
l. Patrick. commander OF Union Hive.
No. 6. was presented with e handsome
badge
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
Collier to Appear in London.

Charles Frohman has definitely decided
that William Collier and his company
shall appear IN London this season IN Mr..
Golfers new comedy, The Patriot
most Of the scenes OF which are laid In
London At the conclusion Of his New
York engagement. which has been short
ened on this account. Mr.. Collier VIII
leave for England. appearing during the
winter at one OF the FFOhman London
theaters This VIII be Mr.. Golfers sec
ond appearance in London he last acted
The Dictator in that city. But the In
teresting fact about Mr.. Golfers coming
appearance in London IS IN the fact THAI
The Patriot" is an unfiinching American
view Of the average Engl!shman aad ct
English frailties.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
An Actor In Panama

George a D. Johnson writes from
CristobaI, Canal Zone. Panama. that con
trary to the general impression OF the
people Of the States. the climate is ideal
It is not so hot as New York in August,
he says. and the nights are cool Mr.
Johnson IS engaged in his old profession
Of mechanical engineer, and in conjunc-
ton with this work Is conducting a school
of acting. and doing well
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
WILL GIVE ENTERTAINMENT.

The Columbia Turnverein viii open the
carnival season with grand masqUe
ball and Arabian Nights entertainment
at the National Rifles Hall Tuesday next
az 2. n.
The Narren Carnival Company VIII be
present. under the management Of Prof
Goepslinsky. Arabian dancers, acr0bsts,
odalisks. clowns. &c, VIII take part IN
the entertainment
Allah ist gross" the largest man IN
the world: a waterproof" elephant. eight
trained bears, and many other attractions
are on the programme
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
Alumni Chapter Entertains.

Alumni Chapter Of the Kappa Alpha
Greek Letter Society entertained its
friends with a euchre party at 1881 K
street on Wednesday. The decorations
were palms and crimson and gold. the
colors Of the order A number Of hand
some prizes we're given to the successful
players. Supper was served
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1909-01-24
Temperance Movements.

From the Bohemian.
George" spoke his better half. you
are interested in the temperance move
ment. are you not?"
Why. certainly I an" he answered.
We'll. suppose you go out and make a
few OF them with the pump handle. I
am IN need OF a pail Of water right
away