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Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
ENGINEERS OF OLD HAWAII.

these structures, but in some OF them
the stones were dressed SO that the
masonry would compare favorabiy
with modern work Of the kind. Blocks
of stone weighing many tone some
times entered into the construction OF
these buildings though smaller stones
were generally used
OF all the hundreds Of temples
known, probably no two were OF the
same shape or size. but the skill with
which they were -laid-Out shows IN
usual engineering ability. Some were
perfect squares or parallelograms.
Some had one or more sides curved.
and these cases the curves were al
ways perfect. Walls were in some
cases blllt in terraces. and always IN
perfect alignment While many OF
these interesting structures are still
to be found in more or less complete
condition, probably the greater part
Of them have been DESTROYED. the ma
terial in many instances going into
the construction of roads. fences or
modern buildings.
Scarcely less IN magnitude than the
heiaus. are the great sea walls buiit
in hundreds Of places along the shores
OF all the stands. for enclosing hsh
ponds. These walls, occasionally
mile Or more in length. were some
times built across the entrance OF
shallow cove or inlet at other times.
built in . great semi-circle ENCLOSING
from one to over Eve hundred acres o.
shallow water. The walls are some
times eight or ten feet high. and often
wider at the tase. They are built Of
loose rock. and must have involved
an inestimable amount Of labor. con-
siderng the fact that oftimes the ma
terial was brought from a long d's-
fapce. and that the natives had no
beasts Of burden and knew nothing Of
machinery.
Within these great ponds various
varieties OF ash were bred with con-
siderable skill. and many Of the ponds
nov managed usually by Chinese IN
der lease, stil supply q considerable
the various markets.
The remains Of irrigation bitches on
a very considerable scale are stiil to
be seen In many parts Of the ISLANDS.
and bear witness to the ability ana
Industry Of the aborieina, Hawaiians.
IN many localities may also be traced
the vailed terraces by which the ssdes
Of valleys were made to. hold the art-
acsal ditcAes from mountain streams.
was led into the upper terraces and
was then drawn. So By step % the
lower oues. TIE fsct that thre %
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
China Fiaurines.

Those who like the oddly OF the
little carved ivory hgurines and orna-
ments and who cannot afford the
prices asked for them. will be inter
ested in the clever limitations Of these
which are now being brought from
overseas.
The limitations are Of china, but %
cleveriy done that without a placard
one takes them for the real thing.
The ivory tone Is admirably pre-
served and the range Of subjects, sizes
and 60 forth are almost as great as In
the original. the japanese groups and
animals being especially happy.
They cost but . fraction Of the
prices Of the real novelties, ranging
from IS cents to i've dollars. accord
ing to the nature Of the object se-
lected.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18

For the first course a clam or oyster
cocktail, or q halved grape fruit with
maraschino cherries. Then sweet.
bread patties. white or sweet potato
croquettes. with hot finger rolls (very
smalD. olives. sailed nuts. celery
sticks. chicken salad. cheese waters, ice
cream. fancy or plain. with wedding
cake; coffee.
MADAME MERRI.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
h0l DS NEEDLES AND COTTON
inesn,ousiy Constructed Combination
That win % Found OF Con-
siderable Value.

In the accompanying sketch may b
seen q very ingeniously constructed
combination needle-book and cotton
holder. which would be Of considerable
use hung against the wall near dress
ing or workable. and which might be
easily and quickly made at home. At
bazars. too. It should command a
ready sale. The needle-book Ii made
In the ordinary way. but In rather
large size, with flannel leaves inside
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Tho Confusing Anthem.

Mary Anderson de Navarro. at
luncheon in New York. told 4 story
about her little boy.
IN our church." she said. the choir
one Sunday morning sang the anthem
We all like sheep have strayed.
You know how that anthem begins
We all like sheep. We all ike
sheep
well, at the end OF those two
phrases my little boy whispered with
a puzzled frOwn:
~ suppose they mean they all Ike
mutton, don't they?"
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18

Reverence.
why did you lift your hat to that
man. He didn't look like q preacher.
and I haven't heard anything about
great statesman or q renowned philos.
opher living in this town"
Gee. didn't you know who that
vase That was old man McSweeney.
He's the father Of one os the greatest
pitchers in this part Of the country"
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Considerate.

Above the changing of the engines
Nero's fiddle squeaked its loudest.
Funny time to play the fiddle
when Rome is burning" sco1ed the rat
senator.
Nero chuckled.
Best time Of all. can't disturb the
neighbors."
And then the great man screeched
forth the notes of Amt 1t q Shame, q
Burning ShRme?"
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Who Are Your Druggists?

II We are not, we want to be. We
know we can please you. We carry
the largest stock Of Drugs, both pat
ebts and prescription goods. or any
store on the Peninsula. We are the
original cutters, and continue to lead
in this feature Of the business.
Our Prescription Department 10
strictly up to date, every article used
in this work being the predact OF
recognized standard houses
Our old customers all know Us,
trt We want new ones &c become &C
quainted with Us, and we are sure
such acquaintance will prove mutual
~ profitable. II you have rot been
om customer begin now with the
new year. We have saved our old
customers money, and will do the
same for you.
Prompt attention given phone or
ders. a We have bicycle boy con-
stantfy on hand to make deliveries,
Prescriptions called for and deliver
ed. All goods delivered 10 any part
Of the city.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Stan Birthday Dinner.

I would like to entertain five OF my
husbands friends at six o'clock din
ner In honor Of his birthday the 26th
OF April. Please give me nice menu
and the order In which 1t should be
served? Any suggestions would be
very much appreciated.
MRS. T. A. r.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
How She Read.

How She Read.
While auntie arranged the pantry
shelves. her little niece handled the
spiceboxes and called out each spice
by name. Presently she said: "Auntie.
1 can read"
Can you, DEAR" answered auntie.
Yes. auntie." came the reply. but
don't read like you do. l read by
the smell."-Deline2tOr.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18

Sandwiches Of all kinds, doughnuts.
with coffee: salads. ice cream and
small cakes. l never can see that
middle-aged people are one bit more
careful what they eat at night than
young people. l always serve what l
think I'd like myself.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18

A Name Suggestion.
Was Bill much excited when he
heard the Dews?"
VERY much so, and they took q
very commercial way at the store to
soothe hts agitation"
How so?'
The manager said: BIZ. collect
yourself"
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
The Danger.

What we want" said the fervid
speaker. Is . man who 10 no; afraid
Of q trust"
Yes" answered Senator Sorghum.
and At the same time ne don't want
one who Is 50 fearless that he viii
eat out Of It's hand"
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18

They asked him II his name was Tahft.
And merrily the big man laughed.
"Why. no." he said: my name IL Ta!t.
Which, as you will find by consulting the
various dictionaries and paying par
ticular attention to the marks indi-
eating the correct pronunciation OK
the words therein.
Almost, II not quite. rhymes with 'rafI
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
MADAME MERRL.

Always stretch out your body fully.
When the limbs are crossed or curied
up IN any way the rest . not % great.
Be careful not to use hish-heeied
shoes. They are questionable, fatal
to q graceful walk and have been
known to cause bad spinal trouble.
When hasxard from fatigue try the
Alue Of hot bath ~ pickup. II q
little vinegar or cologne be added the
refreshing qualities are strengthened
When oyerdoue either from work o.
pleasure try how different life will
look after q day Oh in bed. There ID
little danger OF bad breakdowns FOR
the person Who makes II . habit to
have occasional Iet-ups.
n soap bark Is used to wash the
hair inclose the bark IN . six-inch has
and sew II up. steep the contents In
quart Of hot water, bot DO not boi
q. The bag can Be used the same q
. sponge to assist in the wOrk. RIMS
Tie hair carefully with warm water
thea With cold water, and rub per
Seeiy dry. This b recommended fo'
ely hair.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
SERVING Oslte0eiss.

At bridge parties there Is always
eating Of some sort. bonbons or salted
nuts to pick at all the afternoon or re.
Treatments At the close Of the game
Sometimes . hot dish develops from
the blazer or delicate sandwiches are
accompanied by tea or chocolate
Whasever Is served comes in on O b!e
tray and Is deposited At the elbow Of
the hostess.
Fortunate n the hostess Who car
invent dishes. for she Is highly e.
teened In any set. As the good bridge
player finds doors Of society openins
to her. 80 does the talented hostess
possess the key to places where lest
fortunate women knock In vain.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Wedding Breakfast Menu.

VIII you kindly inform me what
would be suitable to serve at a wed.
ding breakfast? | would like some
thing very simple, yet nice.
Thanking you In advice. l am. NJ.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
a Mean Man,

There Is an old proverb." she said.
which tells US that one never knows
what one can do till one tries"
Il know IT," he replied. but It's
misleading. There are some things
We know We can do without trying"
Then. without kissing her. he got
h!s hat and babe her goodnight.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Feminine.

feminine.
Though cherishing the Hottest ideals.
she stu retained something Of the
quality Of her sex
Is-it-er-perfectiy safe for .
woman to drive!" she faltered. hest.
tatineiy. as she hitched her wagon to
q star.-lifc
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18

IT'S STRONG.
OF our work We can also say IT'S
Strong II Is installed well. and gives
satisfaction. Electric work requires
the highest grade materials, and the
highest grade Of workmanship.
WHEN YOU ARE CONSIDERING
the subject OF Electric Lighting. We
should be glad to figure with you. A
contract with Ne means
SAFE WoRk-peReEcr LIGHT
and power Tor many things.
TIVE NEWPORT ELECTRIC
COMPANY.
I. q oOo6wsa, aosnseee.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Painful pro0eess.

You don't seem 20 b getting along
VEIL" groaned the victim IN the chair.
NO" rejoined the dcatist. 4 have
svtdsptly struck q suag.-
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
Gard Party Refreshments.

! Kindly suggest a menu for lunch
ut night after an informal card party
Of middle-aged people. E. J.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18

- Ds1ss essts - elssA are being
- = ~SEA abooeueeiy 20 se1Qsaing.
a. - 49, ~ snly SsaD1asssa.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
SUGGESTIONS AND ADVICE OF
MANY SORTS.
Exeslisnt idss for . q. A. r. Ensse
talnmsnt--card Party Refresh
msnts- Propsr Order for Stag
! Dtrthday Dinner.
Please tell me how to make an even.
Ing attractive Tor the @. A. RS and
w. r. C? - :,
VIII you suggest refreshments and
Socor.tions, NJ l.. r.

AZ I am the daughter Of an old SOL
der, am deeply concerned over your
request. Perhaps this description OF q
successful affair will help you. Deco
rate with flags. stack bayonets In front
OF q couple of tents with camp nre
arranged with wood. red flannel COW
cred lanterns and some charred en-
bers.
Ask several old soldiers to come pre-
pared to tell stories around the camp
fire;" have a drill by your local mill
tary company Have program OF
war SONGS and serve the regulation
army rations for refreshments De.
sides having camp followers" to sell
pies. cakes, etc. You can work TINS
up into q most enjoyable AFFAIR.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1909-04-18
fashioNsoie colors.

The changes in color Of the spring
hats. gowns and gloves are MARKED
and desirable. Hats Of . dead shade
are worn with suits Of . pronounced
coloR Coiored gloves are nov not
only permissible. but correct. for after.
noon wear. Pale tan, . delicate buf5.
pale butter color. silver and pearl
cray. and even dull pink are among
the neu shades. and the latest fancy
h for the hooked and laced fastenines.
Two and three-button length gloves
sre overwhelmingly Bazaar.
ruiss Sleeves WITH Nstsi OsnosL
A pretty fancy 10 10 anish the wrists
Of the long tight tslie sleeves that
sceo0psny nearly every costume With
Q tvoincA banA Of metal or hesxy SIN
sobros1sry, We . brscsice .
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
WANTED-sALEsMEN.

sALEsMAN wanted-Two speciality travel ing salesmen for staple fast selling well advertised line. Positions permanent. Re- sponsible manufacturer. Men worth $3,000 per year write. Personal interview if aatis- factory. Address J. P. G.. care Advertiser.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
WANTED-BoARDERS.

gentlemen to room and board at l25 Wllkerson St. Also table board
 CTS. -f-Wed- fri sat
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

For $2o.25 an acre. we will sci 660 acres. within five miles of the City Limits. This property has three quar. ters of mile of fine road front on a fine gravelled road. All of the land s smooth prairie land of good charac. ter. There is a good dwelling house, barns. tenant houses. sufficient timber. and small amount of money will com. plete the wiring of the place. This land is as good and IS no further from town than some lands that we have recently sold for $65.00 an acre. The place lies so that it may easily be cut into two good farms. The market value of this property IS in our opinion from $500 to $40.00 an acre.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
F. M. KOHN AND SON.
 Real Estate and Insurance. Stocks and Bonds. :

We have first class. two stor dwelling on the best part of Saw Street. on a lot 75xl50 feet. Ther are five bed rooms. two elegant batI rooms. large trunk room and cedar clos et-foldins doors between the dinin, room and parlor-elesant fixtures fo gas and electriciN-6ne cabinet mantel and every convenience that a maj would wish for a home you will fine in this house. The house is very sug stantially built. There is a good ser wants house on the premises. The paw ing tax has been paid. and we will sel the popery for $o.500.OO. either fo cash. or $3,500.00 cash. and the bal ance on long time.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

We have 27 acres of land in ths western suburbs that we can sell d $250.00 an acre. In our opinion. thu property is worth today $350.O( an acre. If you are interested Ii making an investment that is safe and at the same time has a prospect 1T the very near future of doubling yom investment. we would be very glad te talk with you at our office about thl proposition. It is a meritorious one and if certain things happen. it vii surely double the money.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

We are prepared to write at lowest rates liability. personal accident. health. automobile. steam boiler. plate glass. and elevator insurance in a strong and reliable company; in the simplest and most liberal policy ever put on the mar ket-a policy that has no catches or concealments. but a plain. honest con- tract. promising to pay the indemnity. in cash. on proof of loss.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

For $l0.50O.00 we will sell the home of Mir. Ausfeldt on South Perry Street, No. ll24. The lot is l00x320 feet. The house is new and modern in every detail. and contains four bed rooms. We will lend $7.000.00 of the purchase money on the property.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

Where you could invest a little money each month that will not only help you to save, but will be absolutely safe? Read what we are offering for sale, and if you don't see what you want; come to see us.
 For Sale-$20.00 cash, and $20 per month will buy a nice fve-room cot tage near Capitol Heights. in the Campbell plat; house rents for $12-50 and by adding little to it each month you will soon own your own home.
 For Sale-$5, 250 will buy a two-story, nine-room house four blocks from Ex- change Hotel on paved street; will car ry loan of $S,0oO as long as wanted; rents for $500 a year.
 For Sale-S4000, two-story. ten room house, in good renting district. will rent for $40 a month: owner has good reasons for selling. Can arrange terms.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
Wouldn't You Like to Know

For Sale-$4.25o. lovely cottage with every convenience. lot 1o0x160 on the corner. This Is located in the incest part of Highland Park, and will make an Ideal home.
 For Sale-S2,500 will buy a piece of property renting for $a60 year. Half cash.
 For Sale-S2,ooo. South Hull Street, vacant lot 53x1s7 feet; this is the pret- tiest lot on the market today. Let us show 1t to you.
 For sale or exchange: Capitol Heights. We have a house and a va cant lot adjoining that we are author ized to sell or exchange for city prop erty. If interested call to see us
 Money to Lend. We have $7,5o0 to lend on improved city property at 8 per cent. Will loan In amounts from $1.5Oo and up. as long as wanted. Let us figure with you.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

For Monday, only. we offer the Ia on the corner of Mildred and Carolin Streets for $l .465.00. This is $25( less than this property is worth.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

We have a 6rst-class store. in the most central part of the city. that we are authorized to sell at a price that will pay good interest on the money.
 We have orders for the purchase of the stock of several of our local bank stocks. If you wish to sell see us.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

We have several lots of money. rang. ing from $500.00 to $2.000.00 to place on Montgomery city real estate. and are prepared to make loans on frs, class collateral.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

FOR sALE--Elegant cottage on corner io,'
 prominent street car line. with all 'onven eti, fences at great bargain Easy terms or a m rent n Iropi Npi" -.-11
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

RAILWAY Mail Clerks wanted-ssoo first
 year Promotion to sl.soo. Examination in Montgomery May IS. Common schol eduGa- tion sufficient with our coaching. We guarantee where others promise. Full par ticulars free. Ask for Booklet N. F. Wasn- ington Civil Service School. Washington. U.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

CAPABLE Salesman to cover Alabama with staple line. High commissions, with s1O0
 monthly advance. Permanent position to right man. Jess. H. Smith Co.,. Detroit.
 Mich. -s
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

FOR SALE-Have in stock for prompt ship ment. Amber and orange sorghum seed. Burt German Millet Seed. All kinds of seed po- tatoes, red. white and yellow onion set.
 Jackson Shoe Peg. Hickory King. Eastern Golden Dent, Eastern White Dent. Tenn
 Red Cob. Marlboro Prolific. and many oth- CT varieties of seed corn. And Garden Seed of every description. We buy in large quan- titles. this enables us to sell very close. Cor renspondence solicited. Harvey Seed Co. Il Monroe Ave. 10
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
& SUPPLIES

REBUILT Densmore typewriters ts5. Rem ingtona $50, Other makes cheap. All makes repaired. Supplies for all machines
 Southern Typewriter Exchange No. 20 Com merce St -26-tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
PICTURE GOODS.

Pictures Easels. Frames MouIdings. Glass, Brushes, Art Material. Paints, Water Col. these things and many more. Little Paint Store. Il N Perry St. --<f
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
MISCELLANEOUS.

KENYON has opened ground floor office.
 5-A South Perry St., Wall Paper and Deco
 rative novelties, pictures framed; shirt. waists stamped Special designs drawn to order. -2a
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

FOR sALE-Now Is the time to plant your garden, we have everything in the, seed line and can supply you reliable and fresh seed close prices Remen1ber 9"Haryeys" they are the best. Harvey Seed Co. Il Monroe Ave. nv
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

If you want to borrow any money on first class. down town. business prop erty, we can accommodate you at five per cent interest. with reasonable com missions on five or three year loans.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

FOR SALE-We have on hand here in Bir
 mingham a number of second hand engine and boilers, sizes from to 100 H. P, couple of engines and boilers mounted on wheels. 10 and 20 H. P. respectively, two hoisting outfits complete. 10 and 20 H. P. This machinery has been thoroughly over hauled and Is in guaranteed first class con dition. We anxious to close 1t out and will let it go at bargain. All here in Birmingham for Inspection. Geo. B. Isum Machine & Supply Co,, Birmingham, Ala,
 -10-tues- thu sun-10t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

SINGLE Comb Rhode Island Reds. exclus. lively, high grade utility and exhibition Tos heds Inat rs are H9 shsW us @hi i, they strain. stock and eggs for sale. size anu quality is what we have, three grand peus l5 for s3 %; 30 for s; pen No. high class breeders eggs 15 for sz; 30 for S3.6o: pen No 3. special utility eggs 15 for $1; 100 for $6: everything guaranteed, correspondence solicited. Brooks Poultry Farm. Fort De posit, Alabama. --l0-2t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
FOUND.

FOUND-A place to get all kinds of dressed lumber, mouldings. turned baldsters. eel
 umns fence pickets. anything else in the mill line for a house from top to, bottom :. D. F. Gorrie & Son. -19
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

SINGLE Comb Rhode Island Reds, exclus- lively, high grade utility and exhibition birds
 Reds that Red, they win. they lay. they and eggs for sale. size and quality Is what we have, three grand pens now mated. Pen lst prize winners. eggs 15 for $3 % 30 for s5. pen No. ? high class breeders eggs 15 for s2; 30 for 8 50; pen No. special util- ity eggs Is for $l; 100 for s6 everything guaranteed, correspondence solicited. Brooks Poultry Farm, Fort Deposit, Ala 10
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

WANTED-Railway mail clerks, yearly sal ary $500 to S1.600. Short hour* Annual vacation No 'layoffs". Examinations in Mont
 gomery May 18th. Everyone over IS eligible Common education sufficient. Candidates prepared free. Write immediately for full particulars Franklin Institute. Rochester. N -3-sat-su-w-l2t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28
WANTED-BoARD OR ROOM

WANTED-Suite downstairs rooms for light
 housekeeping. Must be close in. B. B.. care Advertiser. -S
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

FOR SALE-Fertile eggs, from any Amer ican poultry. $200 per setting. Now Is the time to improve your poultry pens. Get the old hen busy. Write for our catalogue.
 no cost. Choctaw Poultry Yards. 62 S. La fAyetta St. Mobile. Ala. -10-13t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-28

FOR SALE-Canary and Russian Gray Car dinals and several other varieties of birds
 gold fish. rabbits. homer and fan tail pig cons, parrots. fancy chickens bought and sold eggs of R. l. Reds. Leghorns etc. Poultry Feed. poultry remedies. laying ton ic, and bird medicine. It will interest you to come and what We have Harvey Seed Co.,, l Monroe Ave. 10