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The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
HUMOR OF THE HOUR
GETTING Even.


Advice in law applied in an uhpro-
fessional way is sometimes as effec-
tive as regular court procedure. Jo-
seph A. Willard was in friends law
office one day when client came in
for advice.
He said that he had hired horse
to go to neighboring town for
shillings, but when he had returned
the stable keeper asked him for j
shiilings more.
What fora" the client asked.
'For the ride back"
The lawyer gave some instructions.
which the client followed A little
later he went to the stable keeper and
asked how much It would cost TO hire
horse and trap to go to a place
named Woodvll
twenty-five sbillings," was the re-
ply
The client hired the, turnout and
went When he returned he came by
train. He went to the stable and paid
the keeper % shilIings.
Where are my horse and trap
asked the owner.
s'Tn Woodvil 2 was. fhe unconcerned
reply.
"Why did You leave them there?'
cried the keeper,
81 only hired them to go there" an
swered the client.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
ODD TRAM HOLpuP.
Aeoster Drawn Under Locomotive Set
y Emergency Air Brake.

-r1+$ssSeSt eSt1 VII eSssAASt e-USVftaStlte OK
Emergency Air Brake.
Rushing along at rate of sixty
I miles an hour, going to New York. the
New Jersey Central's fast express
Eraiu Queen of the Valley, which left
Wakesbarre, Pa, at 8 o'clock the other
! uaorning, came to q sudden stop be-
tween bethlehem and Freemansburg
Sollowing the application by some agen-
~, then a mystery, OF the emergency
air brake under the locomotive
With such abruptness did the train
stop that the passengers were thrown
ah0a1t In their seats. BY the time they
Azd ian opportunity to leave the cars
hEnglneur Tripperi Found the cause Of
I the sScSlble.
An eight pound Plymouth Rock roost-
Ssssua tching along the track had been
drawn under the engine by the sue
1aon of the train with such force as to
sever the air connections and stop the
train,
The crew took the bird with them as
n memento of the first train hoIdup
that was ever pulled of by chicken,
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25

approve of clothes that are not carl
eatures, and the fall will see radical
change In modes.
Outer crowns of chiffon or batiste
resembling those of tulle are now in
folding some Of the hats of light straw.
A boon to the girl In mourning is a
black soft taffeta made in one piece.
simple, but smart, with plated blouse
and a little yoke of black brussels net
and buttons covered with silk as a
trimming.
Such dainty looking frock as this
one belongs in every girls wardrobe.
It can be made from white lawn with
embroidery as illustrated or it is at
tractive carried out in dimity with
ruf1es of the same edged perhaps with
narrow lace. JUDIC CH0LLET.
This May Manton pattern is cut for
girls from eight to fourteen years OF age.
Send 10 cents to this Office giving number
(6z5D. and it win be promptly forwarded
to you by mail II in haste send an addi-
tioaaI two cent stamp Tor letter postage,
which insures moro rrou1nt delivery.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
sHERIFFs SALE

No. 12,oo4-In the First Judicial Dis
trict Court of Caddo Parish, La
]. D. Eubanks VS.. ]. Fred Tucker.
By virtue of writ of feri facias to
me issued from the Honorable First
Judicial District Court of Caddo Parish,
Louisiana, in the above numbered and
entitled suit, | have seized and will Of
fer for sale at public auction, for cash
according to law, during the legal hours
of sale, at the principal front door of
the court house of Caddo Parish, Louis
lana, on
SATURDAY, AUGUST 81, 1909,
The south half of northwest quarter of
southwest quarter of northwest quarter
section ~, township II, range IS, less
land occupied by public road on west
line of said tract, containing FIVE acres,
more or less, together with all buildings
and improvements thereon. The above
property seized as the property of the
said defendant and to be sold to satisfy
the amount specified in said writ, say
in the sum of 5000, with 8 per cent in
terest thereon from September 4, 1908
and all costs of suit, including 10 per
cent on said sum and interest as attor-
ney's fees.
Caucasian, July 10 Sheriff;
]. P. FLoURNoY,
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
EsTRAy NOTICE

Taken up by T. B. Moss, 10 miles be-
low Shreveport, on Red river, and es-
trayed before the undersigned Justice
OF the Peace, the following described
property, to-wit; One black COW and
CALI COW about S years old, marked
crop of left ear and underbit in right.
branded J. S. on right side. One better.
white and brown spotted, yes9s old
no marks IN ears, branded ]. I. on right
hip. The owner or owners will come
forward, prove property and pay costs.
or the same will be sold as the law
directs at Logic Lee on the arst day Of
August 1909. B. R. JACOBS
Justice OF the Peace Eighth Ward Cad
do Parish, Louisiana. z-rs
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
-.4s4A4.zt...ssssisA 8
HOUSE FOR CHILDREN
Families Without Them Will Not
Be Admitted.
SPECIAL OFFER FOR BIRTHS.

RapfsruEa OF st. Louis Apartment
Ehastdins Will Give Months Rent
zFqxe to Parents For Girl and Two
Ensuasl4s Fer = Roy-several Novel
GESTURES
Plans were recently filed with the
building department of ST. Louis for
an apartment house exclusively fer
families With children The doors of
This house, which is TO cost 100000,
will be shut against bachelors, old
maids and childless couples. One
child will be badge of admittance,
but the family with a dozen children
will be welcomed with open arms. 1t
as the first apartment house of its kind
In the United States. and it will rise
between two large and fashionable
houses which forbid children.
s. %. Lederer, real estate broker.
Us the originator of the idea and he
found ready backing for the scheme.
HE has a whole chain of novelties.
With every girl born in the house he
will present a receipted bill for one
months rent to the parents. Lederer
places twice as high value on boys,
as every boy born viii mean to the
parents a receipted bill for two
months rent
The building will be of eight stories.
and there win be fiftyfour apart
anents. Each apartment will have a
specially equipped playroom. In adj
Siition there will be large playroom
In the basement, and in the summer
the children will disport themselves
on the roof. A dancing room will be
provided, and dancing teachers will li-
StEnct the children without charge to
ahe parents. There also will be in
structors in physical culture, and 1t is
proposed to establish a kindergarten.
am convinced the apartment
sAouse for children will fill a real
want" said Lederer. 1T will be the
only one of its kind in the country, but
4 expect to see many more like it
Why, as soon as / gave out my plans
half a dozen millionaires wanted to
hack the venture single handed. They
~ W euEs nOSSIDlIt4eS III ~, anu they
wondered it hadn't been tried before
Every applicant will have to trot
out the youngsters before rent him
IAN apartment Children will be the
Requirement. One child will do, but
che more the p1errier If a man comes
along with a score of children he will
Be my prize tenant, and I'll put a
Grass plate on his door.
IFS easy 90 figure it cut from the
financial standpoint With children In
every family there will be no com
plaInts on the score of noise. Then
married couples with children are the
most stable tenants and are less likely
o. move. They are the best rent pay
erA Too, as all statistics show
One Of the features of the house will
De u general nursery In charge of q
nurse Mothers going out shopping.
afternoon calling or to the theater may
leave their babies In the care of the
nurse.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
FASHIONS FOR WEE FOLK.
What the Small Girl and Boy Ar.
Wearing This Summer.

Sunbonnets for the babies are ador-
able things Of shirred ard corded
lawn, hand embroidered lawn sor sprig-
ged dinlity. the last named bordered
by minute scaIlops In the pink Of the
primrose buds
Boys play suits are most attractive
both in color and design this season
and so reasonable in price that each
child can have two or three such gar
ments. A one piece garment for boys
under eight years of age costs only
40 cents. It is made from blue or tan
chambray; also of khaki cloth with a
red collar
Fine leghorn braids are worn even
by the very little girls for frst hats
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Rspopulasina Chinese islands.

Several centuries ago many OF the
: Chinese coast islands were deliberate
" depopulafed owing to the attacks in
turn of Japanese pirates and Euro
sean freebooters. but In view Of the
lsnfao (Ixoreal dispute and the prata
ssaau difficulty the Chinese govern.
anent has begun 10 see the danger Of
zeaylng any place unoccupied. and
consequently Chinese merchants are
9snN raising gepnp nlating syndicates
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Art's piseouraaements

why do SO many theaters close in
the summer timer
Because answered the burlesque
manager, people can't be expected to
take much interest in comic opera cos
tunes during the seaside bathing dis,
PLAY. Town Topics.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
4 Crude Notion Of Finance

so you're not lynching train rob
bers any more?''
Nope" answered Piute Pete.
Crimson Gulch is tired Of small
game. We read of a Wall street fell
Ter that helped himself to an entire
railroad tracks, rolling stock, freight,
passengers and all. We're layin' for
him. = Denver News.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Askinn roc Much.

What did You raise in your gar
denp' said the interested friend.
you ask too much" replied Mr..
Crosslots. You can't expect me to be
enough Of botanist to give the cor
rect name of every weed that grows
Washington Star
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
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FRILLs AND FRiPPERlEs.
French Novelty In cotiIlon Favors.
Green Stones Fashionable.

FF6HCH NcVeIIV III OUttF1VVI aVV' o
Green Stones Fashionable.
The latest novelty in French cotil-
lon fayors is dainty little reticule
of raffia in its natural color. Each
bag is adorned with a picturesque de-
sign in pyrograyure, and the top is
gathered in with pale tinted ribbon
that matches the silken lining Of the
bag. In the bags are attractive gifts.
A little known stone that is being
largely used in jewelry just now is
the tourmaiine. translucent green in
color Green stones of. various kinds
are extremely popular for charms.
The costume consisting of a trans
parent coat over a princess, gown is
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
wiIIino TO HeIn.

"My dear" said Wedderly the other
morning. business is dull just now
and we must economic"
Very well" replied Mrs. WedderIy.
81 know all the places in town where
bargains are to be had. so write me
out a check and I'll begin economizing
with the money as soon as l can get
it cashed. - Houston Post.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Just enc Turn.

The Stage Blond Did you ever give
one of those open air performances?
The Stage Brunette Yes I did a
turn at one yesterday.
How did that happengF
Il stepped OF trolley car back
ward when it was going at top speed .
-Yonkers Statesman,
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
SION.

Il believe our boy is born diplo-
mat. q
HAS he shown extraordinary abili-
ty as a prevarieator?
'fWeIl, no, not that exactly. but he
can cheat other boys in trades and
make them think they are getting all
the best OF it.r-C Chicago Record Her.
aid.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
MoDIsTIc MATTERS.

Shirt Waists SheIVed-Less FreakIeh
Modes For Fall.
The shirt waist is shelved whenever
the well dressed woman can manage
it, but she must give 1t full sway when
she wears coat and suit of cloth or a
separate skirt of duck or linen. For
these nothing answers but soft wash
fabrics.
Extreme fashions still exist but
many women remain queer as to sill
houette. The first modes, however,
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25

These May Manton patterns come in
blouse, No. 6SS2, and the skirt No. 500,
from 20 to 80 inches waist measure. Send
10 cents each for these patterns to this
off1ce, and they win be promptly for
warded to you by mail. If In haste send
an additional two cent stamp for letter
postage, which insures more prompt de-
liveTv
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Remedied.

The Maid We're you ever disap-
pointed in love?
The Man-0nly once.
The Maitland what did you dc
about it?
The Man-oh. got a divorce Chi
cago News.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
IN sEM1pRINcEss STYLE.

lace and embroidery makes the dress
illustrated The pointed cores and
tucked Hounce give becoming lines, yet
involve no great amount of labor. and
the blouse suits the skirt to a nicely.
JUDO CHOLLET
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Drew the Line.

Mrs. Crawford Did you manage to
coax your doctor to recommend a trip
to that mountain resort Jon wished to
visit?
Mrs. Crabshaw- Yes. but can't go,
for | couldn't get him to add that q
few new dresses would do me world
OF good Puck.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
A BARGAIN.

"Mr. Gudtheng. you said you'd GIN
me quarter for a lock of sis's hair."
yes. Chester
well, here's the whole switch. just
cut or what ron want. Kansas City
Times.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Works Both WAYS.

Eyes, sir. we take summer boar1ers
but we require references"
That's all right What are youI
p0tos o.,
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
BUDGET OF 1909.

Of the Police jury of Caddo Parish, as
Corrected by Resolution of Mr.. A. ].
Scott July s, 1909.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25

the smartest of all things. This one
is as chic as it is simple and com
bines a sleeveless coat of lace with a
gown of linen. The gown is in semi,
princess style. but given long, I'M
broken lines with the lace insertion
trimming. II desired the coat could
also be made of the linen.
JUDO CHOLLET.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
cHup's pIsHoP DIS.

and are in high favor for the elder
girls. They wear well, fall in grace
full curves and seem rather more child
ish than the heavier coarse straws.
This little frock is charming in its
dainty simplicity. The sleeves are
Joined to the dress after the bishop
sty.e. and there is a round yoke that
can be made either low or high. a.
liked. In the case illustrated white
lawn is the material used. and the yokf
is trimmed with a little applied EN-
broidery. JUDIC CHOLLET.
This May Manton pattern is cut ir
sizes for children of two. four and s.s
years Of age. Send 10 cents to this office
giving number ts3s7l and it viii be
promptly Forwarded 10 you BY mail L
h haste send an additional two esn
staTnp. for letter postage. which insure
efnnt delivery
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
The Real Thing.

City Cousin-I suppose you've hat
some pretty tight squeezes up there
in the woods?
Maine Bear Hunter Ruther, but
they amt circumstance to the street
car squeeze I git here with Eve men
on a seat Boston Globe.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
Natures First Law.

81 can't see how so many men stand
it to eat in a cheap and noisy and IN
tidy restaurant"
II suppose the explanation is as old
as ADAM
whats that?''
''The craving for food Cleveland
Plain Dealer.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25

These May Manton patterns may be
had in the following sizes: The coat. No,
ESQ, in small medium or large and the
gown. No. 1921. from 81 to 40 inches bust
measure. Send 10 cents each for these
patterns to this Office and they will be
promptly forwarded to you by mail. If
in haste send an additional two cent
stamp for letter postage. which insures
more prompt delivery
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
UP TO THE MINUTE STYLES.
Ways to Vary Ones costume-8ustTe
Probably . Fall Mode.

Different colored bows and sashes
vary ones white gowns as well as diff
ferent colored wired ribbon bows for
white straw or lingerie hat.
So far no hustle. but the dressmak-
ers seem to be leading along that line,
and they probably will reintroduce 1t
next fall to. let us hope. disparaging
public.
No summer gown is, a greater favor
tie than the one made with blouse and
skirt joined in princess style. Corn
yellow bariste trimmed with white
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
RESOURCES:

7 mill tax on $1865ooI8. -. .$I3o6Is.II
Less sfperiFs commission =. 6,53o6s
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
SIS. e6I.66

$I78,26I.66
GEO. A. POLICEMAN,
President Pro Tenn
A. L. DURINGER, Clerk.
July 8, 1909.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25

$124o82.66
3nilI school tax on $I86sooI8 $55,o77,os
Less sherifFs commission -. 2,7o785
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25
rates p
"Fifteen dollars a week. !"

''WeIl. If you can give me good ref
erences I'll come Chicago Tribune.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-07-25

No. 12oo4-In the First Judicial Dis
trict Court of Caddo Parish, La. :;
]. D. Euhanks vs.. ]. Fred Tucker.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1909-01-02
CLUBS HOLD OPEN HOUSE.


New Years day was suitably observed
at tho University. Elks and Commercial
clubs. where omen house was observed
until a late hour last night The Uni
versity club profaced its New Years
observance with a watch meeting ana
nigh links" Thursday night, the club
uarlors being handsomely decorated IN
Christmas colors and with the red ana
black of tho club. special musical
entertainment was given under the de
rection OF the social committee, Last
evening a fine dinner was provided IA
the large dining hall, where Tie menu
hers and Invited guests enjoyed thein-
selves until "A late hour
At the E,lks club there were many Nls-
itors Like the University club men.
the Elks bs IAN their New Years with
"a Thursday night fiesta with a dance
which lasted until the birth Of the glad
new year Members brought their wives.
daughters and lady friends, and the cluo
apartments were handsomely decorated
im holiday cOlors. evergfeens ana punt
ing Seventy-hve couples enjoyed the
dancing. during which punch was sew
cal and an informal social held
AZ the Commercial club hundreds or
voaitors poured in an the afternoon ana
evening Manager Fisher Harris was om-
nipresent an Of the time 20 see that
every caller was satisfied ana gratihod-
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1909-01-02

be made for its support by the legisla-
ture, as the present revenue. derived
from the renewal registration fees, and
from th0s collected on applications FOR
certificates, says the report is wholly
inadequate for the support Of the board.
During the past two years the ex-
penses Of the board have been Sl,092
and the receipts Sl,4SS.1S. which leaves
a balance on hand OF S3961S.
A great many applications for regis
tration certificates have been made
since the last report of the board, and
these were issued 20 IS pharmacists and
&C assistants, and IL were denied.
There are many things IN the estima-
tion Of the board that should be done.
for and by the pharmacy board. One
OF the needed expenses Is the establish
ment OF a laboratory with proper mt
tir and stock Of chemicals and APP
pi.aaces, and another is a suitable
meetingplaoe for the board, which at
present IS without a home.
An inspector. who should visit various
parts Of the state 10 see that the
pharmacy laws are not violated, Is al
so one Of the things recommended by
tho report.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1909-01-02
SECOND INAUGURATION
OF GOV. C. E. HUGHES

Albany r. y. Jan. Gov Charles
r. Hughes was today inaugurated for
a second term as chief executive Of New
York Among the guests on the plat
form We're tho governors parents. the
Rev. David G.. and Mrs. Hughes.
The inauguration ceremony was pre-
ceded by a military parade. which was
reviewed by GOV Hughes
In the course OF his inaugural address
Gov Hughes said
Government Is merely an organ OF
the community 70 secure a basis OF
peace and order essential 70 individual
liberty and opportunity, aud also to
maintain the collective rights which
cannot otherwise be Eafeguardcd. Oui
dependence Tor progress Is not chiefly
upon governmental agencies, but upon
the virtues OF sobriety, industry thrift
and moderation; upon the realization
OF our mutual dependence, and upon
the gradual supplanting OF motives OF
mere self-interest by those inspired by
the appeals OF brotherhood"
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1909-01-02
Ashton JeMIkimsG0.
q Main St.

the body hung on the door-jam OF the
car The waters had poured down the
Via Marina cutting off relief and
drowning those who had not already
been killed The two other main
thoroughfares were completely OBJ
structed by enormous heaps of blazing
ruins. 1 was stunned at the complete
ness OF the disaster.
Never in my life have / felt so
strong an impression of death; not a
soul living Ia this smoking charnel
house; not a human voice. IL was a
terrifying sight Ruins were piled
upon ruins. Among the debris / saw
furniture and womens clothing. A
house cut in two revealed three Stories
"a red, very red parlor bed in which
a man lay dead. crushed by a falling
beam. a bridal chamber from which
the bride. seeking 10 escape, also lay
dead on the threshold: another. a par
Tor in which there was nothing but a
mirror and portraits Of King Humbert
and Count Cavour. ] could bear no
more. MY heart bursting with grief
and horror, ! asked the eternal ques-
ton:
Tho survivors. perhaps 5000 or
6.000--the dead-perhaps 5000 or $4,000
who lmowsg
Il obtained n row boat and crossed.
under "A beating rain with death IN its
soul the sinister strait, sin agitated
by the horrible crime II had com
mitted."
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1909-01-02

custom, visited the governor during the
afternoon and took the opportunity OF
expressing through Adjt-Gen- =. A.
W edgwOod, their complete satisfaction
with the spirit OF cooperation which
has been manifested by the retiring OK
ecutive IN the upbuilding Of the states
military establishment Gen. WedEWood
presented 20 Gov. Cutler on behalf Of
the governors stan, q handsomely en-
graved watch fob, the names OF each
member of the stan being engraved
thereon. Gov. Cutler lu accepting II said
that "a would be treasured By him a.
his choicest possession.
Gen. Wedgwood announced that no
had received official knowledge only yes
terday that a petition signed by every
officer Of the national guard had been
presented 10 Gov.-elect Spry seeking his
retention in office as adjutant general.
Gen. WedgwOOd's remarks 10 the officers
present were appreciative IN high degree
Of their action, and he said that 10 was
ample reward 10 him for the time he
has spent IN trying 10 build a strong
organization.
The officers of the governor star
present were; Col. A. r. kessler. Col A.
81 Bower, Col. a. h. Irvine. Col J. j.
Grenewald Lieut.-Col j. J. Daynes.
Lieut.-Col H. NJ. D.. Luud and Lieut.
Col II. G. Doane. Brigadier General s.
G. Park was also present The Held
stan and line officers present were.
Maj W G.. Williams. Capt vs.. g. Webb
Capt. r.. J.. Bourne, Capt. a.. II. Arms
Capt. II. X, Ealde Capt Winfield Young
and IAeuts. Altree camptell and
Sheets.