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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
NEWPORT HAS 4
 BIC FIRE LOSS Methodist Church, Valued at $15,000, and a Resid
 ence Destroyed
FIRE CAUGHT IN GRASS
Property in Block is Worth $15O.0ON Match From Cigar May Have
 the Cause

Newport. Aug. 2S-A fire for which a time threatened an entire block broke out here yesterday afternoon, but after having destroyed the Method ist church and residence, was ex- tinguished.
 The fire started in dry grass. killed by the extreme heat, and in but moment the flames had been com municated to the large Methodist church. erected and furnished at cost of more than $15.OO0 The build. ing was completely destroyed, the flames having obtained such head way that all efforts to check them were C.: ao avail.
 A residence alongside, valueI at $l,500, was also destroyel. and taer
 Just how the fire se. started in the dry grass in the chu ch yard is no. known, but it is probable that a pass lGg man threw smold aring match int? the yard while returning to his business after luncheon. and that in this manner spark was communicat- ed to the tinderlike grass.
 rs - ;'d,.ig son tue block are e.5e. :. .lth $500 :. ao4 :n um. ;'h', cd that all .a.%. would go. The :, ..: was V: V l,n Il " ever, and th s'ea in confi.. ne the fire "a ,he two buildings. The residence, which stands directly adjoining the church budilding, ignited on the roof from coals from the church, and owi,.g to the long drouth the buiic',,g elasned up almost instantly.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
CURT|SS WON THE
 BENNETT CUP Also Get $5,O0O Prize for Fastest Aeroplane Time at Rheims Tester
 day. BLEROIT WAS SECOND, Latter Broke Worlds Record for One Circle Flight, Making It in
 Seven Minutes.
BLEROIT WAS SECOND

Rheims, Aug. 2S-Glenn H. Curtiss, the New York aviator, today won the Gordon Bennitt international cup to- sether with $5,000 in a twenty kilo- meter 12.42 miles) flight He covered the distance in 15 minutes and 5 3-4 seconds. Bleriot was only five sec onds slower. Latham and Lefevbre were much slower. Bleriot broke the worlds record for one circle of the course making it minutse and 47 1-5 seconds. The second lap was covered by Curtiss considerably faster and more impressive than the first.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
BEN ALTHE|MER
 IS A BENEDICT Former Pine Bluff Boy Weeds in St Louis, But Not by Rabbi Harrison BRIDE IS A GENTLE Baptist Minister Finally Ties Nuptial knOt-Related to well Known Pine
 BluffianS
BRIDE IS A GENTLE

When Ben Altheimer Jr., Hebrew, and Miss Myrtle Walters, a Geh htile, sat together at the Olympic Theater and Witnessed Israel Zangwill's' "The Melqns Pot" the play meant more to them than passing preachment of the curses of radical hatred. It was an answeN T..ey saw~themselves upon the stage and found there the solution
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
Has Been Appointed Special Counsel By Attorney General to Enforce
 New Act.
ALL IN THIS COUNTY
To Sue Various Estates to Collect In- beritance Tax-GOes Into Court
 This Week.

Upon his retu:r/from q Sacation at fiot Springs Hast nigh. Senator Fl K. Toney receiyed lette: from Al torney Gene ta. Hal NorwesE infnrm- ing him of his appointment as sreciai counsel for Jefferson county to recyoer total inheritance tax due the State from different es ates in this county. It is stated that there is at leas. s25,o00 due the stste from various cs- tates nthis immediate section though the enforcerccnt of the law. recey ttlv adopted by the Arkansas 1egislatur-, governing taxes on inneritances.
 Senator Tonay stated last night ths. he would file ab )ac ter suits his week to collect money due the state from this source. He added, however, that heirs, legatees, executors and admin istrators of various estates would be permitted to settle, if they so desir- ed. It is believed that among the estates that will be effected by the law are those of the late Major w. 1T. Davis, of Altheimer;; w. s. Jate". F, H. Hum, J. B. Trulock. N. F. Tru- lock, Mrs. J, F. Gillespie, D. H. Dun can and others, although in some in- stances the estates have not been fully disposed of in the county and probate court
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
VALUED EMPLOYE
 DIES AT WATSON
T. F. Lehman, Who Was a Superh- tendent With Big Bridge and Iron Concern For Years, Passes Away Suddenly.

IT, F. Lehman, 40 years old, for four teen years an employ of the Mississip- pi Valley Bridge and Iron Company, as superintendent of the pressure work, died suddenly at Watson, Arkansas,
 Fr day afternoon and his body was shipped from this city yesterday by the Holderness company to his old, Olathe, Kansas The body was &C., companied by L. w. Forsgard, friend of the deceased. MT. Lehman was sup erintending some work at Watson for his company when he was stricken He had charge of the reconstruction work being done on the railroad bridge of the Memphis, Helena and Louisiana road, across the Arkansas river at Watson. The brifge was par tially destroyed some I. fths ago by the treacherous Arkansas river. MT. Lehman is survived b va wife and two children. t
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
of a problem confrontine them


 Altheimer acd his bride are at the Maryland Hotel following their mar riage by Prostestant minister. They went first to Rabbi Leon Harrison, but he refused to perform the cere- mony because the bride was a gentile
 Altheimer told Post Dispatch re- porter that Mrs. Altheimer would em- brace the Jewish faith in order that there might be no differences of re- ligion between them.
 Altheimer is 31 years old and lives at i040 West Belle Place. His bride is 19 years old, and a daughter of Mrs. l.. F. Walters of 414S Lee avenue. They were introduced two years ago by Morris Altheimer, a brother of Ben, but others of the Altheimer family did not know of their acquaintance Mrs. Walters kne wof it and approved She says she feels no prejudice against Mr. Altheimers religion. and would not let it interfere with her daughters happiness if she did
 Rabbi Refuses to Wed Them.
 Altheimer and Miss Walters went to Rabbi Harrison's home Thursday even- ing and asked him to marry them. Dr. Harrison refused, and Miss Walters told him she intended to adopt Judaism and would do so at once.
 Such profession of religion would be a matter of impulse or expediency" said the Rabbi. Think the matter over and come to me later if you are still of this opinion"
 Altheimer and Miss Walters then went to the Rev. James C. Armstrong, a Baptist minister, and secretary of the foreign missionary work of his church fro Missouri who performed the ceremony.
 II am so devoted to the Hebrew faith, Altheimer told a Post-Dispatch i reporter Friday. that 1 would not sacrifice it for anything in the world.
 "I can never be anything but He brew, but do not see why that should prevent my marrying the girl I love. She is fine little woman. and she will join my faith that there may be no difference between us.
 "Dr. Harrison talked to Mrs. Althei- mer last night in way that 1 found exceedingly unpleasant and we quick ly left him.
 ly left by him. St. Louis Post-Dis- patch.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
We'll Known Here.

Mr. Altheimer, is we'll known in Pine Bluff where he was born and reared, moving to St. Louis with his parents few years ago. He is a nephew of Colonel Louis Altheimer, relatives in this city at present. He and his brothers were in business on Main street in this city for some years. where Henry Marx stand is now To- cated.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
/ / ' = = ' AT CHURCHES. 4 4 4 4 4
Lakeside Methodist Weekly Calendar,
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Lakeside Methodist Weekly Calendar.
 Sunday school at 9:3o a. m. sharp, Capt. N. T. Roberts, superintendent Preaching at II a. m. and 7:45 D. III. by the pastor. Prayermeeting We'd nesday at 8 D. m. Memory Psa. 122. A fifteen minute talk by the pastor on Impressions from the Mountain" :" The public is most cordially invited to come and enjoy these services with uS
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
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+ < < It is hard to keep people from | + talking. ! + It is worse to talk about noth- < + ing. < < And still harder to keep them < * from talking about a good thing I our new Laces are the talk of * a' tbe town. X + Unr Wash Goods for school < ; Wear are such bargain. < : Our School Shoes and Hosiery < Y for children are the strongest. < Y Our prices are uneoualed in I + the city. < |T Competition and Comparison < + invited. 1.
 tome and see us and get S1,- i
 ooo'oo insurance by trading s5 4
 and paying 34c in cash. a
 PINE BLUFF MERCANTILE co. <
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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
lRS. PARKER IS
 NICELY REMEMBERED
|r,ass n".'s n or phllathea Sunday School kvm lresent Her With Picture
 '''' Soon Leave the City.

me he Philathea Phil Sunday school class 'na at on'o taa Street Baptist church., Esonth o,' o'ie or Mrs. Ada Parker,
 nroaoo4l' o.lve street Friday evening,
 phi,a4has phgsanted her with a picture of kr annrao;a.. c'ass' as a token it es epeola'lon rapae of the valuable ser ssntaa'sa $ rendered them as teacher. The The Hattie Mosp speech was made by lit-
 The areln ma and was very path
 nras.na ans members of the philathea
 Rnth p.. were: Misses Ida Mar h sru Til,r Ape' es. Catherine Lee, Ruth
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29

Mrs. H. P. Bradford was awaken ed about 5 o'clock Thursday morning by noise, which she supposed to be the click of door latch. AS she start ed. for the door she struck her foot against chair and sprained her ankle, She is now confined to her room.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29

Major J. E. Isbell returned Saturday from several months sojourn at sum- mer resorts in Virginia Mai Isbell is enjoying good health and his many friends are giving him the 'Sglad hand" on every side.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
First Baptist Church.

Corner Sixth avenue and Cherry street). &
 Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. Preach ing at II a. m. and 8 D. m by the pastor, s. E. Tull. B. Y. P. U. at [ D. m. All are invited to attend all services. and will receive cordial welcome.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
Carr CMemorial Methodist.

Preaching at il a. m. and D. m. by M. w. Manville pastor. Sunday school at 9:45 a. m., M C. Frank, superintendent If you have no church home, come and worship with us. @
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
Lutheran Church.

East Sixth avenue and Florida street. English Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. English divine service at 1O:45 a. m. No service will be conducted in the evening.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
Have Received My Fall
 Patterns.

And am now prepared to make your suit. All garments cut, made and ht- ted in my own shop. If you want the latest can please you.
 ELSENKRAMER, THE TAILOR.
 1t0 West Seconl avenue, over R. s. Thompson & Son.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29

A fine baby boy arrived at the home of MT. and Mrs. Jack Elliott in this city yesterday.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29

A few claims paid during month of August by Kimball & Saunders, mana gers Great Eastern Casualty Co.,, of New York.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29

Nice Little Home for Sale.
 Five rooms, seventh and Tennessee street Terms. Cotton Belt Savings and Trust Company 3-29-d6t.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29

II you are not protected against sickness an daccidents, see
 kIMBALL & SAUNDERS, 113 Pine street, Pine Bluff, Ark.
 Old Phone 296.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
First Church of Christ, Scientist.

COS Pine street..
 Services Sunday at n a. m.. sub ject: Christ Jesus" Wednesday even ing meetings 8 o'clock Reading room open from 2:3O to o'clock daily, ex- cept Sunday Public cordially invited.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1909-08-29
' = = = = = . BASEBALL. ' . = = = ' = '
 SnukLnru oo~.,o
Southern League.

New Orleans-3-4-1.
 Birmingham 0-6-1-Maxwell and Schiver; Fleharty and Kane.
 (Ffrst) Little Rock 1-6-O; Nash vile 5-11-0-Hart and Berry; Perdue and Tonneman. (Second) Little Rock 1-6-1; Nashville 5-9-O-Buchannan and Berry; Bernard and Seabaugh.
 Memphis 0-90; Montgomery 1-S-2- Fritz and OLeary; Thomas and Shan non
 (Firsti, Atlanta ASA; Mobile $50 Johns and McMurray; Bittrolff and Allen; Hickman and Miller.
 (second), Atlanta 3-9-c::. Mobile 1-4-5-Fisher and McMurray; Bittro- If and Ludwig.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1909-10-10

The straggal chigHon switch is made with the
dearest little curls at either end and this is
worn with the ends fastened at either side OF the
front The hair may he puffed up bit in front
If It IS more becoming that way, and while part
inrrs are much talked about, the French halr-
dresscrs advocate the indication Of a part rather
than the part itself. Their reason for this is
that in most cases the part is trying, while the
indication Of a part gives softness and irregu-
larity 10 the outline that adds to the youthful
appearance.
The little curls that come in punches of three,
four or six are exceedingly useful 20 tuck in
beneath the brin Of the hat as to get
pretty outline TO the head, To say that she is
well coiffurcd is one of the greatest compliments
that can be paid woman, but TO receive 1t
there must Toe no vacancies this season between
the back brim of the hat and the head; all
gaps must be filled in with the curly puffs or
puffy curls
Tortoise shell. amber and jet combs, ball, pear
shape and loop pins and barettes are fashionable
ornaments Tor the day hardressing. Side combs
arc often used hut not always for ornament, as
they are intended 10 distend the hair slightly at
the sides, and in many cases are entirely con-
ccalcd beneath the switch or curls.
For dinner wear the Paris verdict is that orna-
mcnts shall be fiat, but for the opera aigrettes
and other outstanding ornaments viii be fashion
able - That there VIII be great use OF nat
landeaux To be set across the front of the head.
These are shown in gold, pearls and jet. There
are other equally attractive hair ornaments
made Of ribbon. decorated with a narrow gold
or silver ealloon. This is soft satin ribbon
about two and a half inches wide which has the
ends gathered under small rpscttes. This ribbon
ornament is drawn tightly across the front Of
iho head, and the roscttcs fastened to the hair
just back Of the ears. somewhat similar
namont made Of gold network and sometimes
| ornamented with pearls Is called the Cleopatra
band
For the winter social season the whisper has
gone around that the French hairdressers will
launch the Louis XIV style. 10 accord with the
latest fashions IN evening costumes. For this
style Of couture curls, flowers and ribbons are
| inc necessary adjuncts. II means a closer ar
fane'ment Of the hair about the face, bul not
80 close as 10 be entirely fiat
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1909-10-10

were last IN fashion win realize that there haR
been a decided change in this respect Take
for example the new zibelines; they are known
as closely sheared zibelines. because the furliks
surface is so mucn shorter than in the Old daya
There is an excellent reason for this. too, "a
fl is easier 70 handle and does not lose its FRESH
appearance as quickly as the rougher would 90
The light weight Of these new cloths is testi.
fled 10 by the women who are already wearing
them for while they look heavy and warm thev
are none too warm 10 be used for smart tailored
dresses al well as suits They have only ths
appearance Of warmth. say some 81 the women
who have brought such frocks back from Paris.
and who are already wearing them 70 the envy
and admiration Of their friends
The hopsacking or basket weave effects ars
very attractive. and there are some lovely new
suede shades i'm these that viii be stunning
made into long street coats or smart tailored
suits aud trimmed with some one os the dark
f1rs that are now so fashionable.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1909-10-10
THE NEW DRESS GOODS.
RougHncss and Light Height IRE
LEADING Characteristics.

The cloths shown this season for tailored suits
are certainly quite different in character from
those we have had in years. To be sure, some
OF the well tried favorites still retain their
place. but In the main the cloths are unusually
novel.
Roughness and light weight, combined WIN
warmth. are the leading characteristics of these
now cloths Homespun hopsacking and zibeline
cloth are the leaders among the new cloths suit
able for the construction Of tailored garments
While these goods are rough they are not TOO
rough Perhaps on first seeing them You VIII
doubt this assertion. but those VIII" remember
how rough such cloths were made when they
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1909-10-10

THE RUSSIAN TUNIC. THE FAD OF THU
MOMENT
TUNES OF chiffon over Colored frocks are a vert
table craze just now. and many a woman ia
quick enough To grasp at this possibility OF
rcnovatiuE half worn frocks. This tunit, Of
black chiffon falls over a froC1 of pale green
satin, and is heavily weighted by the let head
embroidery. Sleeves and little tucker Of
white lace add daintincss-- Bonwit, Teller
& CO.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-06-24
SUMNER HAIR DRESSING

The dlsagreeable and repulsive odors that come from. the hair in summer are caused by dandrun.
 Dandruff is caused by microbes which are hard to kill, but which can be killed by ParIsian Sage, the quick acting. money-back hair tonic,
 nandruff gan never be cured until the small aggravating and indomi- table dandruff germ is conquered and destroyed.
 And millions of dandruff germs have been destroyed. thanks to the great scientist and dermatologist who gave to the world Parisian Sage. the only real dandruff cure and hair grower the world has ever known.
 If you have dandruff, Parisian Sage wlll cure you in two weeks. or your money back.
 But besides ridding the scalp of dsndruff. Parisian Sage Is guaranteed to stop falling hair and itching of The scalp. IL keeps the scalp cool and clean in summer IL is a prime fav- orite with women of refinement. IL makes the hair soft. lustrous and beautiful in d week, and Is not sticky or greasy.
 A large bottle for 50 cents at The Lee & Osgood O., who guarantees it. Sold by leading druggists everywhere. The girl with the Auburn hair is on every package.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-06-24
AERO CLUB MEMBERS COMING
Will Take Part in the Flight of the Arshp During Cele- bration = Seventy Five Additional Policemen = Re hearsaI of Chorus--Hospital Committee Meeting.


 Word was received here on Wednes- day from the secretary of the Aero Club of North America that the sec retary and other members of the club are coming here to take part in the several flights of the Baldwin airship. Besides the secretary, there will be A. Holland Forbes, MT. Walker, and oth- CT members, and the aeronautic edi- tors of the New York Herald and World In order to go on such a flight one must be registered pilot, and but two go in the airship. The pres ence of these men will give an added interest to the airship feature.
 Government Boat for Patrol.
 Word was received from the navy de- pGrtment at Washington on Wednes- day that the navy yard steam launch had been assigned to patrol the nec- esSafy boundaries of a course 200 feet vide, extending from the Uflcas Paper cnmpany's pier at Thamesville to a point 100 feet from the southeast cor ner of the wharf of the Edward Chap Itll company, on the evening of July eth from to o'clock. Strict obedi- erce to all orders from the govern Eent launch will be enforced.
 There have been placed in the win dow of The Eaton Chase Co. the prizes 10 be awarded in connection with the 4ct51L ld 1Ilc D6SI utCOIdlcu+ DOW tI boats will be awarded four prizes. To the first. second and third a handsome copper cup. suitably engraved. For the fourth a United States flag. These prtzeS are open to competition to. all pow CT boats.
 Prizes will also be awarded to the best decora ted canoes ard pleasure boats belonging to members of the Chelsea Boat club. These prizes are al. f1- s. flags for second.
 Want City of Worcester.
 There was meeting of the hospi- tahty committee on Wednesday even ing at tht Buckingham Memorial, with only a few members present. It was reported that the water board will place barrels of water at various points about the city during the cele- bration days, and 1t is expected there will be ice to cool it for the thirsty.
 The matter of having the steamer City of Worcester come up here for the two days, to be used for quarters for the visitors, was discussed. It was reported from Agent Gilchrist of the New Haven road that it could not be secured. but the committee are so anx ious for some such accommodation that they intend to carry the matter farther, in hopes of getting the boat, which is now at Newport being put in shape for the excursion season. If they can get her they will feel safe, as be- tween 300 and 400 can be accommo- dated aboard her, which will be more than the hotel accommodations.
 W. O. Rogers reported that the con- tract had been made for the feeding of about 1000 troops on the first day, the contract going to a Providence concern, as previously stated. Nc To- cal bids could be secured, and it was necessary to go out of town. The sum of 25 cents will be paid for a lunch served by the contracting firm and 75 cents each for fine dinner. The committee will meet again next Wednesday, afternoon.
 Rehearsal by Chorus.
 The first rehearsal of the chorus for
Norwich bulletin., 1909-06-24
PETRoNE GIRL GETS s1,5oo.
Verdict of the Jury in Her $1o,ooo Suit Against s. & J. Greeson---Jury Was Out Two Hours and Came in for ln- structions Once.

When the superior court resumed its session here on Wednesday arguments in the case of Isabtila Petrone vs. S. & J. Gergson, suit for $10,000 dam ages for injuries received in the laun- dry of the latter, were made by At torneys Perkins and Shields. Judge Case charged the jury and at 2.S0 the case was given to them for considera- tion. After having been out a short time they came in for instructions, which were given, and they were not heard from again until 4.30 o'clock, when they reported they had reached a verdict which was presented by Foreman Charles Perkins and when read by Clerk Parsons showed that the sum of $1,500 had been awarded the plaintiff. The verdict was ordered re- corded by Judge Case.
 The Jury was then excused until this morning at ten o'clock, the next case on the assignment list being Harring- ton vs. Downing ct al.
Norwich bulletin., 1909-06-24

about the expense attending float for the parade in the towns anniversary, the seRtiment prevailing that it would cost from $75 to S10o, it was voted to lay this matter on the table.
 Taking up the matter of hiring Bill ings' hall, MT. Hiscox, MT. Blackburn and Mir. Gebrath got into a discus sion about the original circumstances of securing the hall until Chairman Barnes declared them all out of order as there was no motion before the house. A motion offered by Walter H. Spalding to adjourn this matter for two weeks, was lost, after which it was voted to hire Billings hall for next year for $500, and the meeting adjourned at 914 o'clock.