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Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26
REIMBURSEMENT OF NEGROES
Aidrich Bill PASSES the Senate BY
Party Vote.

Washington.-The president is au-
thorized to appoint a court of inquiry
to determine the qualifications for re-
enlistment of discharged negro sol
diers of the Twenty-fifth Infantry,
who were accused Of shooting up
Brownsville, Tex, on the nights Of
August 13 and IA, 1906. The Aldrich
bill for this purpose was passed by a
party vote of Sc to 26, except that
Senator Teller voted with the Repub-
licans for the passage of the bill. The
bill is a compromise measure APPROX
ed by President Roosevelt, Senator
Foraker and all of the Republican
members of the committee ON mill
tary affairs.
The court of inquiry will act as a
board to consider applications for re-
enlistment and recommend the res
toration to duty of such soldiers as
are not found guilty of completely in
the affray.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26
TOWN TOTALLY
DESTROYED
TORNADO TOUCHES FOUR CoUN-
TIES, KILLING 13 AND Sc
RIOUSLY lNJURING II.
PROPERTY LOSS ENORMOUS
Wind Cuts Path Through lonoke'
Prairie, Woodruff and Poinsett.
Town of Fisher Is Reported
Wrecked.

Little Roek.-The town of Fisher,
in Poinsett county, is bat mass OF
wreckage, according to reports. II Is
said only two houses, one of when Is
the Cotton Belt depot, are standing.
From Forrest City it was rumored the
town had been entirely wiped out.
From Brinkley came the information
that three houses are standing.
relief train left Brinkley for the strick-
en- town, and Brinkley expects TO De
the first in the state to have autheh-
tic news of the damage. 1t was the
information from Fair Oaks that the
known dead at Fisher are j. 3. Bass
Mrs. Stone and Wade Freeze. 1t was
also rumored there were three unldeh-
tilted dead, one of which was a chlid.
At midnight Brinkley heard that
three persons were killed, 20 seriously
injured and 81 houses destroyed at
Eisher.
Numerous narrow escapes were re-
ported from Des Arc. The house Oh
ANDY Ward was blown into White
river just as he ran from the door.
David Ross was in houseDoat on
Bayou Des Arc. A tree fell on the
boat and crushed it, but Ross escaped.
At Lonoke the storm was mainly
rain and electricity. The new jail was
struck and a mule was killed by lght-
ming.
Northeast of Lonoke is Walters
Chapel. 1t was rumored that IL per-
sons lost their lives at Walters Chap-
ell. but the rumor could not be con-
firmed either through Lonoke or Car
Isle. 1t is known that the seven-year-
old child of Ernest Gunne1l was killed
there.
According to the reports, the storm
began to take on tornado proportions
in Lonoke county, northeast OF Lo-
noke, and swept east into Prairie
county, passing about three miles
north of Des Arc. 1t swept northeast
through Prairie and crossed White
river into Woodruff, passing north
east through the county into Poinsett
county
Vivid lightning was spectacular
feature of it.
The town of Fisher, which is ru-
mored totally destroyed, is situated in
the southwest corner of Poinsett coun-
ty. 1t is on the Cotton Belt railroad
and is the station between Walden
burg, Poinsett county, and Chickory
Ridge, Cross county. According to
the last census, it had population
of 45 persons.
The tornado was not the only bad
feature of the storm. Extremely heavy
rains were reported in every part of
the state in which the storm struck
and in many where the wind was net
high. The result was that railroad
traffic was delayed, country roads
washed out, bridges put out of COM
mission both on the highways and on
railroads. In many cases dwellings
and barns were struck by lightning
and the rain prevented losses by fire.
The rain and electrical storm was
particularly heavy in Pulaski county,
where great damage was done to
roads and bridges
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

Call a spade a spade, and you may
get it in the neck.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26
Oppose Antl.Rettlna Bill.

Austin, Tex.-Large delegations
from various cities arrived here to
protest against the Robertson anti
race track bill now before the legis-
lature. The bill prohibits betting and
bookmaking of all kinds, and will re-
suit, 1t is claimed, in prohibiting all
racing at county and state fairs, if it
is passed. The committee has report
cd it favorably to the house.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26
It's Qanuerous

To neglect cold the results are too
often very serious. Bronchitis, Pleu-
risy, Pneumonia and Consumption are
frequently the consequences. Upon
the appearance of a cold, sore throat
or chest, use Simmons Cough Syrup
1t soothes the irritation, loosens the
phlegm and promptly cures you.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

ONLY ONE "BRoMo QUININE"
That is LAXATIVE RROMQ QUININE. Look 70
the signature of ID w GROVE. Used the Worlt
over to Cure Cold in One DAY. 26c.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26
A Substitute for Work.

Physical culture, father, is perfect
ly lovely!" exclaimed an enthusiastic
miss just home from college. Look!
To develop the arms grasp this rod
right to left"
We'll, WE'LL" exclaimed the father;
what won't science discover! If that
rod had straw at the other end of it
you'd be sweeping. Success Mags-
zine.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26
o Happy Beast!

Johnny-The camel can go eight
days without water
Freddy-So could l If ma would let
me.-Harper's Bazaar.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

AS we grow older it is very COM
forting to assure ourselves that wrin-
kles are merely the dimples of second
schildhood.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

Stiff neck Doesn't amount to much,
but mighty disagreeable. You've no idea
how quickly little Hamlins Wizard Oil
will lubricate the cords and make you
comfortable again.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

When mans heart is broken by a
woman he employs some other wom-
an to mend it.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

No harmful drugs in Garfield Tea, Ma
tures laxative-it is composed wholly of
clean, sweet, health-givng Herbs! For con-
stipation, liver and kidney troubles.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

Even when the gates of prayer are
shut the gates of tears are OPEN
Hebrew proverb.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

If a woman had any other excuse
than because" for falling in love
with man she probably wouldn't do
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

Aliens Foot-Ease, a Powder
For swollen sweating feet. Gives instant relief The
original powder for the feet. 25c at all Druggists
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

Itch cured in 80 minutes by Woolfords
Sanitary Lotion. Never fails. At druggists.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26

A woman probably feels blue when
she is green with envy.
Washington telegraph., 1909-02-26
For Headache Try Hicks, capuoIne

Whether from Colds, Heat, Stomach or
Nervous troubles the aches are speedily
relieved by Capudine. It's Liquid-pleas-
ant to take-Effects Immediately. TO- rs
and Soc at Drug Stores.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
NEW ORLEANS HONORS
MISS SOPHIE WRIGHT

Miss Sophie Wright. founder OF the
first night school in New Orleans, Is
one Of the few women who have re-
ceived the loving cup which is annually
presented TO the citizen who has done
the greatest public good Tor the city
during the year. In this cup was a
check for $4,000. which had heen sub
scribed by the citizens OF New Orleans
to pay the debt Miss Wright has as
sumed in charging her night school
to make room for the pupils who were
clamoring for admission.
The night school was started more
than twenty years ago. Miss
Wright who has been a cripple from
her cradle. was at that time a teacher
in the public schools Of New Orleans
one night a young man, an acrobat in
a stranded circus, came TO her and
begged her 10 teach him how 20 read
and write. He was sure of good job
could he only learn these two accom-
Dlishments. Though he hadn't any
money, Miss Wright began 10 teach
MIN.
From the beginning the school in
creased until IL now has about 1000
pupils in attendance each night. Miss
Wright teaches a girls school during
the day. and in that way earns her
living. Her evenings are given to the
instruction OF boys. Besides this night
school, she has built q home for cripple
children, and is said to be the mainstay
Of the Home for COnValcsCents.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
LECTURINO TO CLUB
BY GIRL GRADUATES

Many girls c0me home from college
with a violent attack OF woman's club
fever. For these il may be well TO
remember that the club should be a
means to an end and not the end in
itself Organization is essential to eff
hcient cooperation, and this is the
Justification Of the woman's club.
Every one knows what a power for
reform and civic integrity some OF the
women's clubs Of America have proved
10 be. The secret Of success as a
club woman lies in not overconcen-
trating, in using the club as an instru-
ment for reform, not as an excuse for
neglect of home duties. LectUring TO
women's clubs offers possibilities to
the college woman of ability. who has
something OF interest to say and knows
how TO say il. This IS. moreover,
very satisfactory and powerful way Of
influencing prominent women TO under
take various CIVIC and Federal improve
ments which would otherwise never
come to their notice.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
AnSwerS GiUen to Inquiries
From Readers of The Tines

her mind and energies? Remember
satan nnds mischief for idle little
hands as well IS idle big ones Inter-
est her In some thinE-giVe her TOYS
or games, or picture books 10 get her
interested in helping mamma > Bring
her into your daily life as a belpar
ana 90 not look upon her as a hin
GRANGE Chum with her, talk to her
about all the foolish little things that
"A child is interested in From what
you tell me, / surmise that your child
81 an, an dcIlNe, wlde-a wake little person
whose energies need directing. Nat1r-
guide her. must
Way not read to her at stated times?
- 10y on 90 not think IL is trouble
II you nave no leisure a. the time she
asks 10 hear story. spin" some yarn
ouI OF your head while Won 20 aToD o.
WIN your sewing or your darninR or
Whatever household task engages Won
IL takes very little indeed t0 aryUSe
and entertain the average child. and
hAeiy as not the fault and failine is
on your slde rather than on hers III il
ls quite impossible 10 yield 10 her plea
Tor entertainment give her some TASK
70 perform and explain when Won and
she are through with your work that
you and She viii have such q good
time reading a story or daruine nose or
performing any other useful household
work jolly her on the rroe-res- a 2
her task and generally treat her as
YOU would almost any other human be-
ing In whom you were Interested or
whose interest YOU wished to excite. and
feel sure instead. OF a terror vo1
will find your little daughter . i1Ii[
good companion.
Always remember she Will follow YOUR
lead II YOU are pceVish. quick fer1-
pered, and unreasonable. letting her
have her own way when IL IS exDadianf
and refusing 20 let her 20 her own gs.it
when II is incXpedieut sn. will recov-
niZe the injustice u The proposition. and
although not able % expostulate. viii
DO her best 10 90 you one better-i-ist
Ike any other human being who has
not the training nor the experience 10
recognize the real value or doing right
because II is right. and not for the bC"e
of reward.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
DANGERS TO
SCHOOL CHILDREN
Three Times many Die in Cities as in
the Country. A Word to Mothers.

For a family medicine, a cure for the
child's cold, food for the little body,
something hat will give vigor and
stamina 20 the system Fathet John .
Medicine is unequalled. It's merits can
be stated in such unqualified terms be-
cause it has been tried and tested for
hale q century. since il was recommend
ed by the late Rev. Fr. John O'Brien
Of Lowell. Mass. for whom IL was pre-
scribed by an eminent specialist.
No better proof of it's value for chill
dreu is necessary than the fact that II
has been used in St. Peters orphan
asylum. Lowell, Mass, for years, and
is today. Ii would be impossible 70 find
a healthier lot OF children than the little
ones so well md kindly cared for at this
institution.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
Times Veranda Contest
Liked in the Suburbs

II was a pretty lively session the
judges held yesterday. when the puzzle
output OF the week was placed before
them for their consideration. Puzzlers
from far and near sent in solutions, and
while many came long way from fix
ing Up their verenda in the exact fash
ion Miss Mattingly had arranged hers.
the answers in most cases were bright
and TO the point, and well worth con-
sideration.
This puzzle evidently appealed TO the
out Of town readers Of the Woman's
Page, for the contributions from the
suburbanites appeared in tremendous
numbers this week. Maybe they knew
more about verandas than the city peO-
pie, but be that as it may they got TO
work and early in the game sent in their
lists
From willough5y Beach, Va, came
This bright little note:
My dear Editor Of the Womans'
Page:
Thank you many times for the
Scene" on the Neranda. N most
instances had only TO glance at my
own veranda down here on the sea-
shore and see exactly the picture
portrayed by Miss Mattingly. 1 also
thank you for having the kind Of
stand some chance of winning in
stead OF the kind whose speed alone
counts. Hoping that next Mondays
mail may bring the welcome news
that a Virginia girl had won the
prize. I am with many thanks for
giving US so much instructive pleas
ure, coupled with the incentive to
win prize. I am very truly yours,
MARY c. d. JOHNSON,
Chevy Chase, Hyattsville. Rockville,
Vienna-al the nearby towns the puzzle
seemed 10 have received a cordial well
come. and scores OF witty answers reg
lister the good times somebody has had
in working out Miss Mattingly's prob
lem.
The grown-ups got all the prizes this
week for not chick nor a child had the
temerity 70 try the puzzle. Tomorrow
the winning members of The Times
Woman's Page Family viii be named,
and also the new puzzle will be pre-
scented. I am glad 70 say, too. that the
boys and girls may come in strong on
this proposition since 70 Is another case
OF things good TO eat.
FRANCES CARROLL.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11

The strain upon young children during
school hours Is severe. and parents
should have care that the little ones
are strong enough to Withstand this
strain Every child should be well
nourished and the organs made to work
naturally, otherwise permanently in
lUTcd health will result.
II the child IS sickly, run down, as YOU
call IL, nine times out Of ten Il Is be-
cause Of carelessness in protection from
the weather. II the child has a cold.
be careful Of the medicine you use.
Above All. be sure that 10 is pure. that
IL is not a mere compound Of stimuIants
or dangerous drugs, such as morphine,
alcohol, etc, contained In patent medi-
cines.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
Ducks Wo1D Popular
Deltcacy for the Table

Ducks are popular just now with the
Washington housewife. II is the time
Of the year when the season on young
ducks opens, and the high prices pre-
vailing on other classes Of fowls prom
Use 10 make them considerably in de-
maud.
So far. the ducks that have reached
the market have been unusually fat
and tender. Generally those that are
raised on the farms near Washington
are Of a poor quality, but there are Inc
dicatiOns that this falls shipments will
prove a slight exception 10 the rule.
The method still most ir vogue IN
preparing ducks for the table is roas,-
ing This is the way in which tnev are
served principally At hotels and rcstau-
rants. Currant jelly IS generally served
with them.
FAN shipments ot spring chickens are
showing Improvement ia quality The
chickens are meeting with urusua! de-
mand, which is making prices firm.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
THIS WEEKS PUZZLE
SEEN ON VERANDA

An autumn rewerie, or what may
be found on a veranda in the early
fall:
IA heavenly orb and what it re-
fleets.
PA NEUROLOGICAL bird and to
blunder.
3-Something familiar to baseball
players.
A tough substance and a plant.
5-A receptacle for powder.
"a capital city and allotted
periods.
Half of a tool and to speak
jestingly.
s-A part of the natural day and
insects.
"a sort of vehicle.
l0-A deceased English s1thoress
and certain screens of a stage.
u-Part of a railway construction.
l2-To pull roughly.
l3-To rob, an exclamation and a
consOnant.
l4-To conceal.
l5-A part of the head.
l6-An instrument resembling a
crowbar.
l7-Part Of a lock.
l8-Something seen in an opticians
establishment.
l9-Something frequently presented
to defeated candidates and an
auxiliary.
2O-Small articles generally account
ed worthless.
2l-COncreted sugar overwhelmed.
22-To restrain and to barter.
23-State of being young.
24-Diminutive and conversation.
25-An act generally attributed to
doves.
ga popular form of candy.
pa pronoun, a standard, and a
relative.
2s-Part of play.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
Dozen Ma1in1S Ruled
Career of RothScbfLd

The following twelve maxims form
part Of the will Of Meyer Anslem Roths-
child. the founder Of the great banking
house at Frankfort:
/ Seriously ponder over and thor
oughly examine any project to which
you intend 20 give your attention.
. Reflect a long time. then decide
vOry promptly.
g. co ahead.
4 Endure annoyances patiently and
fight bravely against obstacles.
g. Consider honor as a sacred duty.
6 Never lie about a business affair.
Z. Pay your debts promptly.
5. Learn how to sacrifice money when
necessary.
9. Do not trust TOO much 20 luck.
10. Spend your time probably
II. Do not pretend 20 be more import
ant than you really are.
u. Never become discoura ged; work
Eealousiy and you will surely succeed.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
SPANS QUEENS Joke.

There fs rather a good story OF the
queen OF Spain when she was Princess
Ena Of Battenberg.
il rs customary when any member OF
the royal family has a birthday 20 Law a
bouquet Of her favOrte flowers beside
her plate, at the breakfast table.
Princess Eua. who was born in Scot
land, lauRhinCly declared one day that
she thought the thistle "a lovely flower
SO on her next birthday her brothers
procured a large bunch of thistes and
put them by her plate.
But the princess. susDecting mischief
Of sorlc sort. slipped down early and
when the young princes arrived at the
breakfast table they found Clipped this
les 81 ,-incsav Oh their plates labeled
- treat for dOnkeys'
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
Daily Fashion Talk

The attractive little outergarments offered today afford
admirable selection Of modish designs which the
woman OF average may choose suitable for
books.
Serge. chev1ot and rroadcoth the materials most
favored, depending entirely upon individual pref
erence For rough and ready which will stand
without losing rigness. 3f1
o be o
comparatively simple lines also characteristics which
These Butterck patterns 272 S47 2sO and
l'a' 20 60 finances CARROLL.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
VELVET is FAVORED.

Wise buyers always wait until the
last moment before selecting either ma
terial or model for their suit, for
autumn usually sees some distinct diff
ference in cut and trimming II the
first suit OF the winter is carefully and
thoughtfully chosen IL is probable that
II viii remain in excellent style through
out the season.
There are rumors that velvet will be a
faVOTite material for winter and that
means that corduroy and velveteen will
both be much worn. As 10 color, the
wise ones predict a great rush for green.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
sUPPREssINGCOCK FIGHTING

Mrs. Jeanette Ryder, an American
woman who has been doing humane
work in Cuba for the last ten years, is
said to have done more 10 suppress bull
and cock fighting on the i-land than
any other one person For his purpose
several years ago she organized band
Of mercy with a membership composed
chiefly Of young men and U="3en who
believe in training the youth Of the
count ~ TO look with abhC--eHcC on in
stitut .ons tending 10 lower HI moral
standard.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
Simple Home Remedy
For Your foothache

The following simple remedy is said
20 be a sure cure for tOothache.
FIJI a small cup with boiling vinegar.
Dip a piece Of cotton wool into the
vinegar and rub the gum; let the vine
gar be as hot as you can endure. Stun
the aching tooth with some wool In
five minutes the pain will have ceased.
Sometimes. however. two applications
must be made.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11

Solid Mahogany Dressers, large size.
$500. Value, $4,000.
CHARTERED Oak Dressers
$685.. Value, $500.
Maple and Oak Toilet Tables
s12.O0. Value, s17.00.
Maple and Oak Toilet Tables
$3.50. Value, $1,000.
CHARTERED oak Toilet Tables.
$3.50. Value, $500.
Oak Chiffcniers.
S13.75. Value, s2S.50.
solid Mahogany Music Cabinets. dull
$3.50. Value, s12.59.
Solid Mahogany "Chevar' Mirrors.
$25.09. Value, $37.59.
Chartered oak China Cabinets. col
umHs in front
s1s.75. Value. s2o.sO.
Solid Mahogany Sewing Tables, "sher-
atom design.
s14.75. Value, $500.
Leather Davenports. quartered oaE
$500. Value s62.5O.
Solid Mahogany PariOr Rockers
wooden seat.
s14.5O. Value, $500.
Sixth and Seventh floors. G st.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
SEPARATE HOLDERS FOR FAC H HAT

Taking care o a hat when wearing
always trouble, putting away box, from
which II be taken every time wants to use
bother, especially when hurry.
Various hat holders have been conrived, useful
nj a success, but the best
the steady is spiral coil Of heavy wire,
he being larger than the of a
a the much smaller
4 girl buy these spiral holders md make
then pretty dainty herself.
be with fittings. The
Is done fastening the end Of the ribbon
cureIy the bottom Of wire winding the
ribbon closely the wire all the way the top
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
IMPORTANT PERSONS
WHO GET NO CREDIT

There Is a certain class OF persons who
never need 10 be uej0iced over or made
much Of. one IS the weather prophet.
who talks a great deal OF trouble TO
tell what can't be helped, and the other
is fhe man who winds the clocks. There
ara several professions which silently
and unOStentatiOusly but with faithful
method add 90 the well-being Of tie
world. whose benefits 20 mankind are
never recognized
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
BABYS CRIES.

Johnny-What makes that new baby
al your house cry so much Tommy?
Tommy 0ndlgnanuy)-It don't cry so
very much-aud anyway. IL all your
teeth was out, and your hair Of. ana
your legs was so weak YOU cOuldn' {
like crying voUrself-Spare Moments.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-09-11
Raising Willful Children.

Mrs. M.-You certainly give me a
subtle problem 10 solve. II your little
one has developed such strong will
~ merely means that you will have
20 develop a still stronger one. Per
sonally, I do not at all believe in whip
ping children, there are so many other
ways: ana whipping. 1 think. Is Dru-
talizing- OF course, this is a matter
Of personal opinion, but since you ask
my advice. I feel that I am not trans
crossing In offering It TO you
Your nervousness reacts on the child.
and your first efforts win necessa ri y
be confined 20 maintaining your own
poise. Be calm and forceful. II you
bid the child do anything, see TO IL
that she Obeys you. Do not let her
zee that she ''frazzles-' or exCites you.
Reason with her, tell her why such and
such a thing must be done. and once
you have promised her anything, either
a punishment or a reward, see TO IL
that you keep your word
DO you give her anything 20 occupy