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The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06


"A Tariff Made City--What it Does for
Its Workmen." She means Pittsburg
land the burning indignation which
Ishe shows is founded ON two facts
first, Pittsburg is a city whose chief
Industries are builded on high tar
Tiff; second, recent investigation
shows the most awful condition of pow
erty and overwork among Pittsburg
working men.
A great many misconceptions in
America will be cleared up by the
larticle on The Great Public Schools
,of England" by Everett T. Tomlinson,
which leads the May number of Serb
Iner's Magazine. They are not public
schools" at all in our sense, and they
ARE not free, for the fixed charges are
high. They are, however, a great in
|stitution in the sense that an English
boy of the governing classes there re-
ceives his deepest impress. Elton, Har-
row, Rugby and Winchester are the
best known of these schools.
One of the most distinctive short
stories printed during the past few
months is The Sultan's Obligation"
by Arnold NJ. Anderson, in the May
issue of 10 Story Book. 1t is witty,
interesting and exceedingly clever and
original. This May issue of 10 Story
Book, by the way, is an interrupting
1t contains list of most I'M
usual stories.
Uncle Sam has undertaken at the |
request of the Italian Government the |
Herculean task of building within a |
very short time $500 cottages to shell
ter the homeless in the stricken zone
in far-off ltaly.-From Building New
Homes for Italy," in May Technical
World Magazine. .#,
The May number of The Book News
Monthly is one of the handSOmest |!
yet published both as regards
is cover, which is particularly season I
lble, and as regards the Illustrations
md general Typography. The article
" George w. Gable on New ORLEANS {
revisited" ought to be of great in
crest to all the many thousands of
'eople who have read Mr. Cables nov.
Is. h
"As we civilize, we create disaster"
eclares H. II. Windsor in the May /,
lumber of Popular Mechanics, and l.
dds: 1--WE flock into cities until the 7,
treets are overcrowded and accidents I;
0 life and limb occur hourly which >
re unknown in villages and small
owns. We actually become a danger
D each other by reason of our num-
ers."
The May st. Nicholas brings the v
rst chapters of an important new
erial feature, for the older girls and
oys, in Charles H. Caffins The Story "
{ Dutch Painting" The author ex-
lains that the new school of painting ~
J part of the story of the lives and |c
)rtIInpS of the nutph .noobla g Ia
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06
UNCLAIMED LETTERS.
VIII Be Sent to Dead Letter Office 10
Not Called For.

Following is a list of letters remain
ing uncalled for in the postoffice at
Oskaloosa, Iowa, for the week ending
May 1, 1909:
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06
Gents List.

Gents LIST.
Cohen, Simon McFadden, Frank J
Hass, VIM. Moore, Rev. H. J.
Harris, Earl Sandel, G.. w.
Haywood, VIM. Spoor Geo. X. Co.
Kacere, Charley Ulicimy, Geo.
Lane, L. l.. Wilson, John
Mcdowell, Joe w. Williams, John J..
Ladies' List.
Arnold, Mrs. Coca. Monro, Anna
Heming, Alta Woods, Maria .D
Parties calling for letters from this
list will please call attention TO adj
vertised list of this date. The above
letters will be held Two weeks from
date and then sent to the dead letter
Office.
Chas. v. Hoffman,. p. M.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

The burden Of our changing social
order falls upon our daughters. claims
the Woman's Home Companion for
May, and this magazine shows by
striking examples and figures how
fopsyturyy is our way OF training girls
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

The May st. Nicholas brings the
first chapters of an important new
serial feature, for the older girls and
boys, in Charles H. Caffin's The Story
of Dutch Painting" The author ex-
plains that the new school of painting
is part of the story of the lives and
fortunes of the Dutch people.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

The Ladies' World for May contains
another large collection Of very inter
|esting fiction, with special articles and
departments that give information on
every household topic. The magazine
opens with a new serial story by Wini-
fred Kirkland, called The Fairy's ia
net, which promises well.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

In the May American Magazine Ida
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

While the National Magazine always
.iulfils it's policy Of embodying the ma
tional spirit and giving information
concerning all national affairs each
month, every issue breathes the spe-
'cial spirit of the month named on its
cover page. The keynote of the May
number is sounded on the back of the
in the eloquent tribute by
the editor to Mothers Day, which is
celebrated on May 9th.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

Inauguration Is over, the tariff is be-
ing attended to, business is getting
better and better, and the weather is
behaving itself beautifully. There
fore let Melancholy take to the woods.
Well have none OF her. Even in our
reading matter let us demnad that
which is pleasurable and optimistic.
Both OF these adiectives. by the way,
aptly describe the May Lippincott's,
which is filled from cover to cover
with an assortment OF stories and spe-
cial articles. jokes and poetry, as Var.
led as they are entertaining.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

In this number of The Bohemian Mr.
Jerome A. Hart has an article on The
New Chinatown in San Francisco" in
which he tells. of the Mongolians' en-
terprise in rebuilding their houses and,
incidentally. their fortunes. College
men and others interested in univer-
sity life will find much to amuse them
IN Familiar Yarns of the Yale Facul-
ty."
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

The May Century has fiction plen-
ty-the last chapters of Alice Hogan
Rice's novel, "Mr. Opp" and stories
in which humor is the dominant note
by Mary Heaton worse. Adeline Knapp
and w. Albert Hickman-but leading
place is given to Thomas Nelson
Pages story, THE Old Planters" a
tale of a quaint old hosiery in Vir-
'ginia, and of the quaint old aristocrats
who played host. and of the guests
who came and went.
The Oskaloosa herald., 1909-05-06

Defective eyesight, writes William
Allen Johnston in the April Circle
Magazine, calling attention to the ne
cessity of guarding the health of the
little people, is even more common
than defective hearing and usually
more disastrous in results.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
HARTMAN COMING HOME I'LL
Lost Ten Pounds While Trying to
Rest Abroad.
Carried Aboard ship in Chair, but
Hopes TO Recupcrate After
Reaching America.

New York. Aug lS.-E. II. Harriman's S
trip abroad was a failure. as far as his
health is concerned. and he sailed from
Cherbourg to-day. hoping TO recuperate
better at home than abroad.
His return was advised by his physi-
clans A statement issued this afternoon
az the Offices Of the Union Pacific Rail-
read said:
The following cablegram was received
at this Office to-day from f. II. Harri-
man:
Paris. Aug. III am coming home
for an after-cure. With the aftar-treat-
ment at Bad Gastein I lost about ten
pounds. Home food is better than hotel
food. / hope 10 gain weight there, and
recuperate more rapidly than I would
here. / do this by the advice Of physi-
Clans"
Cherbourg, aug. ls-Doubt as 10 the
state Of +. H. Harriman's health was re-
moved to-day when the railway magnate
was taken In a roller chair from The rail-
way station 20 the tender Of the North
German Lloyd steamer Kaiser Wilhelm
II. on which he embarked for America
The roller chair was also taken aboard
the steamer, indicating that Hartman
viii hardly walk the deck Of the vessel
Accompanied by his wife. two daugh-
tiers. his son. private secretary. and three
servants. Hartman arrived here from
Paris at II O'Clock. He sought % en-
force the utmost secrecy regarding his
movements, the purpose Of which was
evident the moment he appeared az the
railway station.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
The Gnvetv-"vapitv Fotr

The remarkable success achieved by
Vanity Fair as a musical extravaganza
OF progressive ideas, which will be the
offering at the Gayety Theater next week
is clearly attributable in no small masure
10 the generous manner through which
the tremendously effective production was
made possible. for II is stated on most
excellent authority that the necessary
expenditures IN securing the needful sing
ing and comedy talent engaged I'm its
interests as well as the providing OF ap-
prop-iate scenic designs TO harmonize
with the gorgeous costume schemes. were
never brought into serious consideration.
In order TO make this attraction even
more impressive than the usual run OF
burlesQue suggestions. a genuine plot.
dealing with a series Of amusing compu-
cations based upon the humors of mis-
taken Identity. was given first call After
wards came the work Of avoiding the
dragged in notions Of special features
by suiting the comedy and song numbers
10 the dramatic purpose intended.
The comedy Is headed by those sterling
comedians: Billie Ritchie and Dick Nc
Allister. supported by a clever organiza-
ton Of star entertainers As an added
attraction Conchitte. the Hindoo Nautch
dancer, has been specially engaged.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
OPEN-AIR ADJUSTMENTS.
LCnn Park.

With the close Of the summer resort
season in sight. Luna Park. tie popular
playground OF the Capital. is entertain
ing an unusual rush Of patrons. included
in the many special days and excursions
of local organizations. From now on IN
I'll the end Of the Park season almost
every day will be taken up by individual
crowds OF amusement seekers To-mor-
row the employees OF the Bureau OF En-
craving and Printing Will have their
annual Luna Park day. with special at
fractions to entertain themselves and
friends. Tomorrow night also marks the
weekly prize dance. with a valuable prize
to the best gentleman dancer. who. after
assisting their fair partners for most Of
the season to obtain handsome prizes.
are 10 be allowed their chance at the
close OF the season. On Sunday afternoon
and night the American Regimental Band
VIII be heard in sacred band concerts.
The airdome feature for next week will
be continuation Of the big-featured mo-
tion pictures and illustrated songs free to
all patrons. Next Tuesday will mark one
OF the biggest excursion DAYS Of the year,
with amusements free TO guests Of a To-
cal organization. and with prizes offered
for races, &c, in the Park athletic field.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
Opening of Chase's Popular Vnude-
willie House Occurs on Monday.
Third noor-G ST.

Opening of Chase's Popular Vnude-
Vile House Occurs on Monday.
Chase's great archway OF light has
blazed its welcome TO the thousands this
week seekins to buy seats and make their
permanent reservations in time for the
opening next week. and the host Of pat
rons OF polite vaudeville have been loud
in the expression Of their admiration Of
the glimpse OF the summer beautifca-
tion afforded by the magnificent lobby
The inaugural bill is Indicative of the
standard 20 be maintained throughout the
season. and the one designed for the ap-
preaching annual occasion is believed
20 be the best IN many years, comprising
the latest foreign and American hits. and
including William H. Macart. the dis
tingUished musical comedy comedian, and
Ethlynne Bradford in their mirthfully
musical success. "A Legitimate HOld-up,"
Edmond Stanley and company IN the fan
tastically funny Loves Garden" the
great Lester. In a surprise novelty that
delighted New York and Boston; Fred
Warren and Al Blanchard, the hilarious
comedians IN a breezy comic pastime:
the Sullivan and Pasquelena company
in a laughablc treat entitled, "A c. O. d.
Package" Rayno's famous thorough
bred bulldog acrobat.c comedians; the
Flying Martins In an aerial sensation.
and An Inspiring Sunset" and THE
Infant Terrible" by the American Vita
graph The box Office Is open daily this
week from $50 a. m. until 2 D. m. for th1
accommodation Of seat seekers. Chase's
prices cUatinue at last seasons popular
scale.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
MILITARY RITES FOR CHIEF
Maj. Lockwood, of Treasury Depart
ment, Will Be Buried To-day.
Rev. ID. A. Wise, of Foundry Church,
VIII OffIcInte mt Services of
Civil War Veteran.

Funeral services for Mai George Mer-
ritt Lockwood. who died on Tuesday at
Providence Hospital. viii be held at HIS
late residence. gS7 French street north
west. tomorrow afternoon at 2 O'Clock
Rev. ID. A. Wise. assistant pastor Of
Foundry NJ. Z. Church. will 0flcilte. In
terment viii take place in the Arlington
National Cemetery with military h0nors
Maj. Lockwood was born at Borters.
vile, Livingston County. Va, on Septem-
Der 3. lS4l At the age Of twenty he en-
tered the Union army as a private IN the
Thirty-thlrd New York Volunteer In
fantry. and served during the entire
period Of the civil war. Ee was several
times wounded in action. and for his con-
spicuous bravery under fire he was COM
missioned a captain Of the Fifty-eighth
New York Volunteers and was later pro-
NOTED 10 the rank OF major
At the close Of the war Mai. Lockwood
came 10 Washington. and was appointed
under the direction OF Gen Grant TO the
post Of chief clerk OF the Patent OfHce.
being later transferred TO the Treasury
Department. Of which he was made chief
clerk. lie was a member Of Burnside
Post, G.. a. r.. Lafayette Lodge r. 4.
\. n, and Lafayette Chapter, r. A NJ
Mai. lockwood IS survived by his wife.
Mrs. Lucy Wilson Lockwood. OF Campos
Della, near Norfolk Va.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
The CoIumbia-"The Girl from the
Circus"

The farewell week Of the Columbia
Players viii be ushored in next Monday
evening at the Columbia Theater when
the curtain rings up on Sidney Grundy's
humorous farcical comedy. The Girl from
the Circus With this seventeenth week.
and this seventeenth play 10 be produced.
a season will be brought 10 a close that
has been unprecedented in the history of
Washington entertainment. That Il is
not continued indefinitely is due solely
10 previous booking Of a high character
that compel the closing of the doors in
the face OF unprecedented success that Is
no less artistic than it is profitable The
Girl from the Circus Is memorable as one
OF the plays presented by Augustin DAILY
at the theater which bears his name.
The comedy IS in three acts. and Il would
be difficult 10 find a piece in which a
company such as the Columbia PLAYERS
could be presented to better advantage.
Everett Butterhed. who donned the
skirts and impersonated Charley's Aunt.
In the play Of that name last week. will
have the more dignifed role originally
played by John Drew That II will be
admirably adapted TO Mr.. Butterfeld few
will doubt who have seen the versatile
work OF that delightful young actor
throughout the season. There will also
appear in the cast those other favorltes.
Robert Cain. James A. Bliss. James w.
Shaw. Louise Reed. Ruth d. Blake.
Violette Kimball. Edith Luckett and
Ruth ShattertOn. Frederick Thomson
has again resumed his duties as stage di-
rector. and one Of the most complete per
formances OF the season is promised
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
WOODMEN HEAR REPORT.
State Manager d. r. williams Guest
of Oak Camp, 70. 4.

State Manager d. F. Williams Guest
of Oak Camp, 40. 4.
Oak Camp. no. T. WOOdmen Of the
World. last night at Northeast Temple.
with Consul Commander B. F. Williams
presiding and State Manager ID. W.
Thayer as guest of honor. initiaed A J.
Smith into the mysteries Of perfected
woodcraft"
The report OF the board Of managers
was presented and accepted Manager
Beauregard delivered an address incident
10 the report. in which a full eXplana-
ton was made relative 10 the flourish
ing condition Of the camps finances.
DR.. T. A Mitchell, clerk Of the camp.
who retires from Office owing 10 his de-
parture from the city. delivered his fare
well address and was the recipient OF a
token Of esteem from Consul Commander
Williams and the best wishes OF the
members. William ReinsmUth was elect
ed clerk to succeed Dr. Mitchell.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
Glen Echo PnrI..

Glen Echo Is making a big hit with
the amusement-loving Washingtonians
this season. Besides its situation as to
topography. being one OF the best drained
and most Cleanly Of all outdoor amuse-
ment places, il is brimful OF the best at
fractions. Many are free, and those
which do not come under this heading
are popular priced II is the claim of
Manager /. D. Shaw that more can be
had Tor less money at Glen Echo than at
any other resort. Every evening a fine
programme Of motion pictures Is pre-
sented in the big auditorium, free TO the
park patrons. while those who care 70
may dance all evening without cost
Many parties are going 10 Glen Echo for
a social evening. setting aside one even
ing each week. when they not only dance
and witness the motion pictures, but also
enjoy the mary other attractions which
Glen Echo affords
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19

from Michigan in the parsonage OF st.
Johns Episcopal Church, and gave II Up
early in the summer.
Mr.. and Mrs. Adolph LOehl. Miss Mamie
Fl. I.oehl, and Mr.. p F, Carr are on an
automobile trip 10 Atlantic City, to be
gone eight days.
Misses Ida and Sara Hirsh are visiting
New York. the Catskills, and the Atlantic
coast resorts. and will return to Washing
son the latter part of the month.
The marriage Of Miss Ellen Irene King,
Of this city, TO Mr.. Arthur Chadborn
Noble. also OF this city. took place in
Rockville, Nd. on Tuesday morning,
Rev. s. r. White officiating.
Accompanied by his wife. Mr. Howard
d. Lowd. associate editor OF the Jack
son (Miss) Daily News. arrived in Wash
ington yesterday on a sightseeing tour.
Dr. and Mrs. T. K. Prince. OF the Iowa,
left Tuesday for Ocean City, Nd. where
they will remain for the balance OF the
season.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
KING HON0RS EMPEROR.
Attends Ceremonies in Honor OF
Francis JOseph's Birthday

Marienbad. Aug. N-King Edward
abandoned his incognIto for day to-day
and attended as a sovereign the public
ceremonies in honor Of Emperor Francis
Joseph's sevenJy-ninth birthday.
The British sovereign gave a birthday
banquet az the Kursaal this evening, in
the course OF which he offered toast 20
the Emperor. expressing the hope that he
would live for a long time and exercise a
mighty influence for the happiness Of
Austria-Hungary.
Ischl. Aug. N.-Emper0r Francis Joseph
entered his eightieth year in vigorous
health. He started the day with a long
walk and afterward attended mass and
other ceremonies.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
VISITING RABBI INJURED.
Rev. Abe Schwartz. Of Philadelphia,
Is Thrown from Street Car.

Rev. Abe Schwartz, Of Philadelphia,
Is Thrown from Street Car.
Rabbi Abe Schwartz twenty-four years
Old Of Philadelphia. was seriously In
jUred yesterday afternoon while trying 10
board car in B street. near First street
southeast. He was thrown 20 the street,
striking his head. He was knocked Un-
conscious.
A call was sent 10 Casualty Hospital.
wherce the Churchman was removed in
an ambulance. Examination showed he
sustained concuSsiou OF the brain and In
juries 20 the left arm and left leg. No
bones were fractured.
Rabbi Schwartz requested that David
Abraham. grocer. living at Sixth and II
streets northeast. be notified. Abraham
appeared az the hospital and directed
that the rabbi be removed 10 his home. The
injured man was visiting friends In Wash
ington. Word has been telesrapahed TO
relatives in Philadelphia.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
Washington Herald Pattern Coupon
Size desired.
May propeI ships bv Gns.

Experiments are being conducted at the
Navy Department under the direction Of
Rear Admiral Hutch l. Cone to test the
usefulness Of gas, generated from coal
as a means OF propulsion for naval 4
sells IN the future 1t is thought the
Use OF gas viii result in a great reduc-
ton in the consumption of coal. which
will materially Increase the cruising ra-
dus Of the ships
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
American skinner Held.

Advices have been received at the State
Department from Consul General Hand
ley. at Bona. Congo Free State. that the
investigation Of the small cutter which
was recently seized by the authorities az
Quissanga, Angola, disclosed the fact that
the vessel IS American owned. and is
manned by an American crew. The cap
tain and one sailor have been sent TO
Loanda 10 answer to the charge OF rob
berry.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
ROOSEVELT TROPHIES ARRIVE.
First Consignment for Smithsonian
InStItutiOn Reach New York.

irSt consignment Tor Smithsonian
Insutution Reach New York.
The first trophies Of the Roosevelt A.
r.can expedition arrived in New York
yesterday. on board the steamer Pro-
vincia.
In the steamers hold were twenty
casks. containing several hundred speci-
mems captured by the former President
and his son Kermit. The casks were
consigned 10 Davis. Turner & Co. q
Whitehall street Manhattan. and will be
forwarded 20 the Smithsonian Institution,
this city.
The trophies were packed az Mombasa
and forwarded on the steamer Adour 20
MarscilleS. wnere they were transferred
% the Provincial. Included IN the collec-
ton are numbered specimens Of the roe
buck. lion. duikar. steinbuck. dikdik. gi-
raffe, eland, cheetah, hyena. zebra, wilde
beesJ, hartebeest. impalla, warthog.
waterbLCk. rhinerceros, buffalo, hippo
poLmus, and leopard.
u is not known when the consignment
VIII reach Washington.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
BOND ISSUE FAVORED.
Missouri Representative Urges Broad
Plan for Waterway Improvement.

Plan for Waterway Improvement.
Representative William P. BOrland. OF
Kansas City. No. Is an enthusiastic ad-
vocate Of a bond issue for Improvement
OF inland waterways. and especially the
Mississippi and Missouri rivers. He con-
tends that the project should be stripped
OF all political bias and considered solely
on It's merits
Il believe 10 the adoption OF a compre-
hensive plan for the permanent improve
ment<of the waterways said Mr.. Bor-
land I'VE should have a broad scheme
and build for the future.
Il am not in favor OF paying for per
manent improvements OF this nature out
Of the general revenues OF the govern
ment. The extent Of such revenues from
year 10 year and the demands upon them
are both uncertain.
I believe that waterways improve
ments should be planned and financed as
a whole. Bonds should be authorized,
similar 20 those issued for the construc-
tion of the Panama Canal"
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
Correspondent Named Delegate.

Ira NJ. Bond, correspondent in Washing
ton Of New Mexico and Texas news
papers, left Yesterday for Denver TO at
tend the annual convention of the As
sociatiOn of National Dairy and Food
Products. as the delegate from the Ter
ritory Of New Mexico Mr.. Bond has
been student and writer on food topics.
and was appointed as a delegate by Gov.
Curry in recognition OF his experience
Mr. Bond was notified by wire few days
ago Of the appointment.
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
The COIumbia-Lymnn IT. HOwe's
Moving Pictures.

As one Of the features OF the wonder
ful trave, festival. which Lyman H.
Howe will bring from the New York
Hippodrome. Sunday evening next at the
Columbia Theater. practical demonstra-
ton will be given OF the manner IN which
fhe United States government IS burning
up A.UOlOW Of the peoples money every
year IL viii be a series OF motion pic
lures. accompanied, as are all Of Mr..
edowes portraltures. by the sounds ap-
propriate 10 the incidents depicted. taken
from the fighting top OF a battle ship and
showing Uncle Sans greyhounds OF the
sea IN the height Of action. II gives more
intimate and detailed views OF the won
derful mechanism and maDInulation of
the enormous guns OF our navy than can
be imagined. These scenes are duplicates
OF those being enacted daily by the At
lantic and other service fleets which are
now engaged in the rigid tests OF war. The
The Washington herald., 1909-08-19
Lyceum-The Avenue Girl,

Next weeks attraction AT the New I,v-
ceum Theater is one OF exceptional merit
and Is bound 10 please the most exacting
of audiences. as the Avenue Girls Com
pany has been produced under the per-
sonal direction OF Shep Camp aud IS
complete and artistic in every detail. hav-
ing for its general makeup comedy. mu-
sical numbers, pretty girls becomingly
costumed. and vaudeville acts that are
featured in themselves.