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Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1909-09-03
FINE OUTLOOK
FOR OYSTERS.
state Commission Of Fisheries
Meets at Newport News.
BEST SUPPLY IN 90 YEARS.
Newport News Times Herald)

newport News Times-HeraldD
The outlook for oysters in Virginia
waters this season is good, according
to reports presented to the State Com
mission of Fisheries in session here to-
day. So far as known there have been
no depredations and, with the exception
Of the James. the supply of oysters is
perhaps greater than it has been for 20
years. The Commission met at Hotel
Warwick. Present, w. Mcdonald Lee,
chairman, s. wilkins Mathews. secre-
tary, Senator Geo. B. Keezell, former
Senator Bland Massie and j. Murray
Booker. There were also present In
spectors w. j. burlington, of Warwick,
M. j. Kilby, of Nansemond and John
brewer and Mr.. Green of the United
States Bureau of Fisheries. The re-
ports made to the Board were quite
satisfactory.
A case of considerable Importance is
just now claiming the attention of the
Board. Landowners on the Northamp-
ton coast have laid claim to all ''ripar-
aSH ia vi ln6lT farms as
far out as they choose to extend their
operations. The State has been renting
some of these grounds to planters, but
the owners of the shore have disputed
the States title and ousted the renters.
A test case, known as the Steelton case.
was tried in the circuit court of North
ampton and the State lost. The Board
will carry the case to the Court of Ap-
peals for final decree. It's decision
is of grave Importance to the oyster in.
dustry.
Commissioner Lee has accepted the
invitation of the Chamber of Commerce
of Newport News to make an address
on the oyster situation at the next
monthly meeting of the Chamber on
September 10.
THE OYSTER OUTLOOK.
Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch.)
Norfolk, Va, Aug. 3l.-Virginia oys-
ter growers and planters are pleased
with prospects for the season, which
begins tomorrow.
1t Is stated that the advance orders
already booked give evidence of the
fact that the public is oyster-hungry,
and the dealers are pleased with the
outlook for supplying the demand.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
RUSSIAN CAPTAIN MUCH LIKED
Practical Fashion Has Been Eagerly Taken Up and Made a Sea-
 sons Mode.

One of the newest and most practi, cal of fashions that are being adopted is the Russian caftan, coat like gar. ment which is similar to that worn by Tolstoy, the great Russian author, iD pictures. with which we are familiar.
 The coat has a round or square neck, a slightly bloused bodice part and a straight bottom edge that ends just above the knees. It is confined at the waist line by satin belt; or to make it more realistic. a silk cord
 The edges of the coat are bound with satin; for winter garment. bands of fur will be used. The fastening is of ornamental or perfectly plain but. tons and satin cord or braided but tonoholes.
 This style may be developed to the extreme, but in its simpler form is more dignifled.
 The style promises to be a popula, one for smart fall and winter cos tunes. Frocks of woolen fabric. with blouses of net and silk and a caftan of the material trimmed with satin in a harmonizing tone, or, what is safer yet, black, will be in good taste for the well-dressed woman.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

The three hats illustrated here are entirely different from each other. Each one is typical of one of the three distinct classes of millinery-the dress" hat, the "semi-dress' hat and the utility" hat Milliners usually distinguish these classes by the terms dress hats, trimmed hats and tail ored hats.
 Fig. l is an example of the "dress" hat, which we are all prone to call pattern hat. It is a chamois colored felt trimmed with marabout down and coque feathers; not an extreme ex- ample of dainty and fragile millinery, but too light and too elaborate for ordinary wear. The time when one hat had to do service for all occa- sions, is long past. This hat and oth- CTS of it's class are out of place for general wear. If one can only afford single hat, she must turn her face resolutely away from this character of millinery.
 trimmed hat which will be very generally useful is shown in Fig. 9 It is of black corded silk trimmed with a very large bow made of black taffeta silk, having the ends fri. Ied out The bow is mounted with a large bunch of black silk violets at one side and the hat is one of those becoming new shapes which turn up in the back and are lifted, in a slight angle, from the brow. These silk hats come in all the seasons fashionable colors, so that ones choice is not limited in the mat ter of color White hats with black up with black trimming into models of great distinction. This hat is a good choice for women who do not
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Pinkham'S Vegetable Compound made me a well woman and have no more backache. hope can help others by telling them what Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound has done for me-" MRS. EMMA MISE, s33 FirstSt. Milwaukee, Wis.
 The above is only ono of the thou sands of grateful letters which are constantly being received by the Pinkham Medicine Company of Lynn, Mass, which prove beyond a doubt that Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Con- pound, made from roots and herbs, actually does cure these obstinate dis eases of women after all other means have failed, and that every such sui ering woman owes it to herself to at least give Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegeta- ble Compound trial before submit ting to an operation, or giving up hope of recovery.
 Mrs. Pinkham, of Lynn, Mass, invites all sick women to write her for advice. She has guided thousands to health and her advice is free.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

go out often and who feel dressier model unnecessary It is beautiful hat for church wear. Worn with bright, dressy gowns, it will serve for multitude of social occasions. In fact hat of this character is very generally useful and comes nearer to answering all requirements, than any other sort.
 In Fig. 8, tailored hat is shown. The shape is hobby and mannish and is covered with plain taffeta silk shirred onto the frame. This and similar shapes are shown covered with the moire and corded silks which are found on all kinds of millinery this season. For these hats the trimming is of the very simplest character. It amounts to only finish of some sort. A band and fiat bow of velvet, kid or ribbon. Sometimes a buckle or other ornament is used. A simple rain. proof feather is not out of place, but the best effects are those in which feathers and flowers are conspicuous by their absence. This is the hat for the tailor-made costume for the street and for travelling. In the estimation of many people of excellent taste and judgment, it is the sort of millinery which should be worn at church. 1t is smart, inconspicuous and well made, like a tailored gown. Those hats that are made of plain silk are easier to keep from dust than the shirred varieties. In passing it should be remembered that hats must be dusted with very soft brushes or wiped off with scrap of plush or vel vet. Nothing is quite so good as a piece of silk plush for keeping mil linery clean.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
Scant Skirts.

In spite of the many rumors to the contrary. the newest skirts still give the scant effect about the feet They are, many of them, especially those having the Byzantine yoke, made quite full above the knees by means of side plaits and in other ways. but about the ankles they again become tight fitting. This Is done by the use of weights in the hem, and also by the absence of stiff petticoats, oftentimes the soft satin lining of the skirt it. self being the only covering below the knees
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
Tunics.

Curiously lovely effects are gained in little informal evening and after noon gowns by the use of a chiffon draped tunic over a gown of con trasting shade of satin, with a bit ot embroidery on the edge of the tupic Some striking combinations are mas. turtium orange chiffon with touches of gold over gray green satin; dark gray chiffon with silver over light blue, and brilliant currant red chiffon over deep prune color, the embroidery in bronze, gold and deep reds.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

There Catarrh in this section if tbe country than all other diseases put together ano until the last few years supposed to be ncurable For great many years doctors pronounced 1t loc l disease and prescribed local remedies and by com tanty falling with local treatment pronouncei 1t tncurable. Science has proven Catarrh to be cons utional dis ease and therefore requires constitution al treatment Halls Catarrh Cure. manufactured by F. J. Cheney Co., Toledo. Ohio is the only Constlt. ona cure on the market. It Is taken internally In loses from 10 drops to a teaspoonul. It directly the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. T. ey offer one hundred dollars for any case 1t fails L. sure. Send for circulars and testimonials.
 Address: F. J. CHENEY X CO. Toledo. ,lhio
 Sold by Druggists. 75c
 Take Halls Family Pills for constipation.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
New Type of Gown.

Pretty semievening gowns. called abroad casino gowns, are being worn with but slight decolletage and trans. parent guimpes of tulle or mousseline The materials used on gowns of this type are embroideries, faces or creme de chimes, for satin seems to be some. what passe. Many of them are trimmed with deep silk fringe. and as the guimpe is always collarless beautiful dog collars of jeweled vel. vet or jet are worn. so that the gown may be becoming with a hat.
 Somehow a collarless gown and a picture hat are not always a pretty combination.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

This costume is in old rose cash mere; the dress is semi-fitting Prin- cess, with panel back and front stitched at each edge; two fiat pleats extend from the panel each side, and are fixed under a pointed tab of silk; folds of silk are laid under the edge of panel, and partly fill in the round neck, the over-sleeves being bound with the same. The small yoke is of silk muslin.
 Materials required: Three yards, 46 inches wide 3-4 yard silk.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

The latest Enoch Arden has rather varied the usual order of things in his celebrated case. Disdaining the mag nanimity of his prototype. he had the spouse he left behind him arrested for bigamy. That he was able to show ! any originality at all in the matter of such long-established precedent is to his credit, but no amount of other good qualities can make the whole class of Enoch Ardens other than un- desirable citizens.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
The Main Question.

This story is current in the Arkan- sas hills. A woman was telling some friends what delicate childhood was hers.
 When I was born I weighed only four pounds. They put me in cigar box for a cradle"
 Goodness gracious!" exclaimed one of the listening women. leaning for ward with great interest. and did you live?'-Kansas City Tines.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
Correct Xeils-

Taupe is the leading shade In plain mesh veils, and those made of a wiry thread in the large, hexagonal type are unusually becoming to the com plexion. Another mesh veil, of finer weave, is covered with flat velvety pastilles, square in shape and scat tered over the surface at close inter Yals.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
Home Gowns.

The marked departures in home gowns are short skirt and a collar less and half-decollete neck. The semi-decolletages are not only allowed, but commanded by fashion. If the neck is covered at all by the after noon dress, it is only by transparent fabrics that never rise above the col Ia: ltne-Harper's Bazar
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

The annual average loss of property by fire in Germany, Austro-Hungary, Italy, France, Denmark and Switzer- sand is about 33 cents per capita. In the United States it is s2,47 a year. The only consolation for Americans In such fgures-and it isn't very sen- sible-is the fact that they have more per capita, than the Europeans to burn.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

The postal authorities at Washing 'son have ruled that mail carrier is pot obliged to deliver mail where vicious dogs are kept, and that owners of such animals must call at the post office for what is coming to them That seems to be an equitable deci- sion. Uncle Sam is under no obliga- iion to provide mail carriers as tid- hts for savage canines.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Forty-seven Chinese students. an in stallment of several hundred that are coming, have started from Peking for the United States. These young men will go to various institutions of high CT education and as they are selected by competitive tests from the bright est youths of the Celestial kingdom it may be reasonably expected that they will make their mark in scholarship here
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
Teach Household Economics

The Women'a Educational and In dustrial union e Boston has added ex- pert visiting housekeepers to its de- partment of household economies Fol small fee tsc .isiting housekeepers will drop in a.-l set the machinery of the household running smoothly by exhibiting new equipment or giving aid and instruction in whatever branch mistress or maid may need 1t.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

The Belgian concesslonaires in the Congo are suing missionaries for al- ty to the natives. If the trials are lair, they ought to afford a good way of bringing out the truth about this much -mooted point.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

An authority in western university declares that too much prosperity al lows students to buy motor cars, an
 that their studies suffer in conse quence. He apparently holds that work and taste of hardship will keep In check the natural propensity of the average student to get into mischief No one can deny that a speeding car Is a terrible incentive to the fast life.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Spain has war abroad and re- bellion at home, which is enough to make her unfortunate government walk Spanish. At least, this is the pleasant prospect if they do not win the war and put down the rebellion.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

me a well woman, and I would like to tell thewhole world of it. l suffered fromfemale trouble and fearful painsin my back. had the best doctors and they all decided that I had a tumer in addition to my female trouble, and advised an opera tion. Lydia E.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

This is the country of big things even in the matter of small ones. The off icial statistics show that the people of the United States have bough
 s100, ,000.G00 worth of toys in ten years and that the toy industry here is large and flourishing. Unquestionabiy this is a happy land for the youngstsr
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Companies for operating aerial lines of travel are multiplying in Germany and many of the most solid financiels are among the investors This ap pears to afford opportunities for liter ally taking flyers in stocks.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

The sultan of Morocco is writing to the powers that he is afraid Spain has ulterior motives and that the powers might as well look into the matter. Which shows that these oriental bar barians have caught the infection of some European diplomacy in the way of slyly arousing international jeal OuSy
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

With 1000 immigrants coming in one day New York may have to put upper stories on its parks for lodg- ing places.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

It will not be long before the sight of farmers coming to the city in au' tos will be so familiar as to escape comment
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

The rule of three is fully recognizei by the man who lives with his mother ln-law, his wife and his first baby.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

People continue to fall victims to the Spanish prisoner" swindle. That is what they get for not reading the newspapers.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Actors are said to be scarce in New York, but as this is the open season for decayed vegetables and aged hen fruit, there's a reason"
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

It is high time stop was put to those Spanish swindles, and it is also high time that Americans grew too wise to be caught by them.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

There are mighty few idle mills and factories in this country now.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Some day the world will really come to an end, and it will be just the luck of those prophets not to be on the job at the time
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Here and there French aeronaut succeeds very well without the aid Of Queer-looking whiskers.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

One woman says that she stole two shirt waists because she was hungry. Still, shirt waists are not very tooth some
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

From impending lawsuits it is evi dent that all persons who wear wings are not angels.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

It is gambling when you lose and speculation when you win There is DO other difference.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Chicago has some fine skyscraper roofs which shoulu look attractive to aspiring aeroplane operators.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

Merit and perseverance win except in a government land lottery.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02
AFTER SUFFERING
 ONE YEAR
Cured by Lydia E. Pink
 am'sYegetable Compound

Milwaukee, Wis. -" "Lydia E. Pink. hams Vegetable Compound has made
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

If a mans credit is good 1t is be .ause he seldom uses t'.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-11-02

HEN we read of King Rob- ert the Bruce that he was so greatly impressed and inspired by the spectacle of the spider accomplishing, after very many efforts,
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-10-30

leader of that body. The proposed reduction, which applies only to the city are lights should not be cepted before the investigation is concluded then unless it includes decrease in the cost of current to all believe that the city should give to all it's corporations every legitimate assistance to aid them in the performance of their proper functions but wherever the law imposes upon any corpo1dtion duty to this city to it's peoplewhether it be to supply some commodity at fair price; or to bear their just proportion of the public expense, to lay pavement or to furnish cars sufficient for the proper transporta ton of the people-that law must be obeyed.
 'The indiscrininate tearing up of the streets and the nexcusabe delay in restoring them to good cond ton is abuse calling. for immediate remedy. The lack of business foresight evidenced in the spectacle of the principal thoroughfares of the city made almost impossible for months must not be repeated. Bus- who have suffered pecuniary losses through this state of affairs justly lay the blame upon the present administration.
 1sI promise you, gentlemen, that if am elected it shall be my policy to give the city progressive ad minstraton designed to furnish the citizens with the greatest possible amount of service at the least poss ble cost for good service. thank you for the atten ton which you have given and for the honor which you have done I think may safely predict victory at the polls November 2nd, which will be equally triumph for the Democratic party for the people of Bridgeport.''
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-10-30
WARNING Annual City Meeting

Warning is hereby given to the elec- tors of the City of Bridgeport that tho annual meeting of said city will bt held upon Tuesday, November 2d, 1909, for the choice of all officials required by law to be voted for at said meet ing by ballot as follows; A Mayor, City Clerk, Treasurer, Col lector, twelve aldermen Cone from each voting district) six sheriffs, four mem bers of the Board of Education.
 Voting machines will be placed and ready for use for the recording of the votes of the electors of said town and city, entitled to vote at said meeting, from six o'clock a., m. 10 five o'clock p. IT. as follows: t
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-10-30
ASSESSORS NOTICE

The Assessors will be in session to receive tax lists in the Town House, Fairfield, Tuesday, October 12, 1909, from 10 a. m- to p. m- and every day thereafter until November 1st in elusive.
 Persons neglecting to return their lists to the Assessors within said time will have 10 per cent. added to the Assessors valuation. No tax lists re- ceived after November 1st. The stat utory clause which requires all persons to describe property by boundaries must be complied with. 5gs
 sEDGAR B. BANKS ~
 ALONZO c. ACKER, Ns'
 CLARENCE H. BRADLEY, Assessors of the Town of Fairfield. g Fairfield, Conn.,, Oct. 2. 1909. 1
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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1909-10-30
WARNING Annual Town Meeting

Warning is hereby given to the legal voters of the Town of Bridgeport, that the annual town meeting of said town will be held upon Tuesday, November 2d, 1909, for the purpose of electing all town officers required to be voted for at said meeting, by ballot, as follows:
 Five selectmen of said town and a town clerk.
 : Voting machines will be placed and ready for uLe for the recording of the votes of the electors of said town, en- titled tc vote at said meeting from six o'clock a. m. to five o'clock p. m., as follows F'-
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-03-23
ADJUSTMENTS
"Tho Captain and the Spy"

Inv NaPNaN alt9 hAS SPy'
Everything is ready for the pro-
duction of "The Captain and the
Spy" which will be played next
Thursday and Friday nights at the
Astoria Theater, by cast composed
Of members OF the First Company,
Coast Artillery Corps, assisted by the
best local talent Of the city The
boys should be encouraged, as they
are putting on a hrst-class play and
deserve the support Of every business
man and loyal patriotic citizen, they
give their time and service without
pay and are expected to parade and
assist in all our local celebrations.
Some OF our patriotic organizations
should show their patriotism and
loyalty by attending in body and
thus lend their support to an organi'
zation which is worthy Of its name
and a credit to our city. The theater
should be crowded on next Thurs
day at the opening performance.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1909-03-23
LITTLE FARM STORIES
FROM OLD CLATSOP
TIMELY HINTS AND SUGoEs.
TIoNS THAT WILL BE OF
USE TO GROWER

The following items OF farm and
garden news from old Clatsop arc
furnished by one OF the best posted
and most interested men in the eoun.
~ They each and all convey hints
and lessons that win serve every.
body Il acted upon. Timely sugges-
tions are alwas In order and these
tit exactly;
Referring to the article on kale
recently published In this paper a
farmer said that according to his ex-
perience milk cows did not do es
well on kale as on rutabaga turnips,
Would like to hear from Others.
In talking with a groeeryman today
about rhubarb piepiant just In the
market from abroad, he remarked
that each year he was not able to
supply his customers with the plant
grown in cla,sop. and was obliged 70
import tons Of Il during the season,
We would prefer to buy from the
home growers Il they would furnish L..
A farmer in town yesterday re.
marked that a neighbor oi his re-
eeived $400 for the cabbage grown
upon an acre OF tide land. Another
instance OF what can be done, gro
eeryman said he encouraged the
children Of farmer TO bring In eauli-
flowers grown upon their fathers
farm, and they realized over a hun
dred dollars Of spending money In
one season.
A housekeeper called at one OF the
fruit stores yesterday for some APP
pies, and being q loyal home sup
porter, frs, looked at apples grown
near by Many were ill.shapen and
unsightly on account OF fungus which
was on them. She passed them BY
and gave Sis for half q box Of ap'
pies from abroad which were wrap
ped in tissue paper and every apple
smooth, shapely and near the sam'
size. Sorry 10 tell the, cook at home
found some wormy ones, but enjoyed
peeling the smooth shapely apples
clatsop apples, however have nc
worms.