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The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
PERSONAL.

1t was great pleasure to meet among
the wedding guests at Mrs. Leyert
Stringfel1ow's charming Monroe
friend, Mrs. W. C. Youngblood, who
is delightfully."- remembered in Shreye-I
port as Miss Ruth Mil1saps.
Mr.. E. c. Howell of Pine Bluff. Ark.
cousin of our esteemed friend Mr.. N
Howell, was an honored guest at the
marriage of Mr.. Howel1's granddaugh-
ter. Other out of town guests were
Mrs. NJ. E. Youngblood of Arcadia,
mother Of the groom, Miss Dornan OF
Arcadia and Prof. Geo. Williamson Of
Natchitoches, Mrs. Moss Haysler of
Clinton, Mo.
Mr.. and Mrs. Sidney Harmon have.
as their guest Mr.. Harrnon's sister.
Mrs. Moss Haysler and little son Of
Clinton, Mo.
The friends of Mrs. F. H Gosman
regret to know that her visit to her
daughter, Mrs. John Rogers of Grand
Cane, has been heightened by the Sc
rious illness of her grandson Helm,
whose case has been pronounced ~
phoid fever. u
Mrs. H. T. Griffin and little son Har-
din left Friday for Salem, N. C. From
+here'they will join Mr.. Griffin in Rich
nond and go late in the summer te the
seashore. returning home about the
middle of September.
Mrs R. I. Mayfeld and children and
Prof. H. c. Bond have returned from
pleasant visit to Coopers Wells.
Misses Sara and Viola Nelson are
'nJoying visit to their aunt, Mrs.
Johnson of New Orleans.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
THE WASTE OF GAS.

How many million feet of gas have
been wasted and how many million fee
of gas will be wasted from the burning
wells is beyond conjecture.
From all reports this waste is appall-
ing.
This waste should long since have
been stopped, and such waste should be
checked from any well from which il
escapes.
This waste of gas is criminal.
In this instance, as in Others, what is
everybody's business is nobody's bust
ness.
It may not be generally known, but
It IS stated as fact that the Act intro
dueed by Hon. T. c. Barrett in the Leg
islature of 1906 gives authority to the
Governor to take such action as may be
necessary to check and to stop this
waste of gas.
The Conservation Commission OF
Louisiana has called the Governor S
attention to this waste of gas, but,
seemingly, there has been no effective
action to check or to stop this waste
All the Governor has to do is to take
decisive action.
Although this waste of gas has been
called to the attention of the Attorney
General nothing has been done to stop
or to check this waste.
This statute of 1906 follows the In
diana law enacted to check and to stop
the waste of gas il. Indiana.
In that State the royaly land owner
and oil and gas men enjoined the pro-
ceedings. The contention was finally
appealed to the Supreme Court of the
United States on the plea Of unconsti-
fl1tlonality, on the ground thae the own
eres of the land could not be enjoined
to close the gas wells on their land.
In lengthy opinion, covering every
phase of the issue, the Supreme Court
of the United States decided that the
State had the power, under the statute,
TO enjoin the owners of land and com
pei obedience to the requirements of the
law. This highest tribunal added that
the gas belongs to all the people. A
man could dig down into the bowels OF
the earth and get as much gas as he
could use, but he could not allow it to
go to waste
AS the law Of Louisiana, Barret's
Act Of 1906, is similar to the Indiana
law, and as the waste of gas in Indiana
was not only checked but stopped, it |
may be queried why the State of Louis
lana, through its sworn officials, appears
to the impotent in compelling the check
ing and the stopping of the gas being |
wasted in the Caddo field? .. t
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
ST. JOHNS COMMENCEMENT.

Seventh annual commencement exer-
cises of St Johns College were held at
the Majestic theater Tuesday evening,
June 22. The chief thing was the pre-
sentation of the gold medals, but pre-
ceding this the large audience was de-
l1ghtfully entertained by clear dra-
matte performance, the three act COM
edy, Called Off," in which some of St
Johns bright boys did themselves
credit. Ridiculous complications arise
from the attempts of Ebenezer Pack
ingham, wealthy Kansas City packer,
to get into society. Surprising situa-
tons arise that call for quick perception
and native talent These qualities the
players have and gave good perform
ance The cast:
Ebenezer buckingham, from Kansas
City, Joseph Cullinan.
Charles Rockingham, Harvard 'oo,
Justin R, Queries.
Percy Rockingham, poet, Cyrus
Helm.
Jim buckingham, his fathers boy,
Hews Mccain.
A. Keene Shaver, theosophic bar
Der, James A. Mccain.
Archibald Van Bibber, of the 400,
Roy Hollingswortll.
Rev. James Twaddles, an African
Charles Buckley.
Tom Valentine, an old friend, Walter
B. Jacobs.
Heinie Dinkelspiel, generally in the
way, Ray Allen.
Bill Finnerty, zone of the finest
Clifford Deal.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27

Mary Smith, the practical girl Ger
aldine Ogilvie.
Patience Primrose, the studious girl
Matilde McClelland.
Mrs. Spencer, the mother-ln-ia"
Merle Brewster.
Lieut.. Beverly Churchill, U. s. A.
Scott Wilkinson.
Norah, cook, Mary Byrd. %.
Annie, the maid, Norah Kalmbach-
Act House party at Mrs. Spen-
GERS, morning.
Act II-Evening of the same day,
garden party.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
FOUR YEARS OLD

Of all the happy birthdays merry lit
tie Meredith F1ournoy had the hapo;-
est last Monday. She assembled her
court of little friends around her at the
beautiful Gladstone park, and there
good things were enjoyed. Meredith
blew out the candles on her birthday
cake and all had piece. Then there
was the merry-go-round to enjoy. and
the circle dip. Many, many happy birth
days for my merry little Meredith
Flournoy.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27

to extend congratulations to Mrs 81
1ey's young friend, Miss Martha b.
This beautiful courtesy came quite $. s
surprise to the fair girl, who d;d.s
know what was in the air. Mrs. ia
ley is a delightful hostess, and wis
bevy of pretty girls serving punch Is
others ices and cakes the air Of f..
tlvity and pleasure reigned s,,n,A ,,a
Bright wishes for many happy ret,,rs.
of the day were cordially extended M;s.
Bryson.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
DEPOT AT ZWauE

Mansfield Journal: The Kansas City
Southern depot at Zwolle, with all its
contents, consisting of fixtures and a
big lot of freight, was DESTROYED bv fire
about 2 o'clock Monday night. The fire
was caused by the explosion of kero-
sene lamp
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
ANNUAL CHARITY BENEFIT.

That charming rose bud club, the
Jenny Wrens, gave their annual char
ity benefit, Friday In spite of the heat,
band concert and U. D. c. benefit the
same evening, they played to a we'll
filled house. The pretty little play was
admirably rendered, with the following
cast:
Kitty Kennedy, a mi1nicking girl
Mary Lillian Hicks.
Larry Spencer, the host, Overton
Hicks.
Marvin Hunter, lovely young man
Herbert Dickard.
(The Three Chauffeurs).
Mrs. T. Spencer, the hostess OF the
house party, Rosalind Kalmbach.
Gertrude Castleman, masquerading
as Malindy Pike, country pumpkin,
Ernestine Terry.
Betty Marshall, the sentimental girl,
Nettie Louise Pals.
Lois Drummond, the girl with fad,
Mary Virginia Scovel1.
Jane Armstrong, the hungry girl,
Grace Stockwell.
Lucille Beverly, the college girl, Ba-
SHE English.
Minta Morris, the prinping girl.
Ethel Seymore.
Eugenia Allen, the giggling girl.
Mary Nelson.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
SAILED WEDNESDAY.

The Atlantic ocean steamer Momus
which sailed Wednesday from New Or
leans had the following Shreveport
people ON board: Mr. and Mrs. James
Dee Youngblood on their bridal trip;
Misses Scohe1d and Talley who will
take I'D special art work in the studios
of New York; Mr.. and Mrs. A. ]. In
gersoll and children who will spend the
summer on the Atlantic coast.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
AWARDING OF GOLD MEDALS

Soldiers brevetted on the field of bat
tie never wore their honors more
proudly than the fine boys whose faith
ful work at St. Johns brought them
the long-foT reward Whether strug-
Cling with Latin or Greek roots, French
verbs, or culling the flowers of rhetoric.
they realize that success comes only TO
those who burn the midnight oil in the
accomplishment of their tasks. This
spirit of work St. Johns has developed
and from it have come excellent re-
suits. 1t was gratifying to the friends
of the boys to see well deserved honors
heaped upon them.
Receiving gold medals were the fol-
lowing: Justin R. Queries, James A.
Mccain, George Tinsley Gi1mer, Hews
Mccain, Ray Allen, Peachy Robert
Gilmer, Samuel Garcio.
The following students were distin-
guished for good conduct and applica-
ton to study during the year: Hews
Mccain, Roy Hollingsworth, Lawrence
Cashore, John McAfee, Harry Nc
Carly, Elmer Ryan, Perry Willis, Hol-
bert Taylor, Peachy elmer.
We congratulate the boys who won
class honors, Some were distinguished
in a number of branches. Among those
are our young friends, A'dare Bailie,
Clarence Ricou, Ed Jacobs, Lamar Kim
bell, Walter Jacobs, Randolph Queries,
Rensham Thomas, Mercer Kimbell, To
be distinguished means to be excellent,
and excellence is what the ambitious
student strives for.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
STORY TELLING CENTERs.

Four are now fully established In the
city: Andrew Currie play grounds, di-
rected by Mrs. Billingsley and Mrs
Beattie; Annex school grounds, Mrs.
Eglin; Princess Park play grounds,
Mrs. Frances Shuttleworth; Central
school grounds, Miss Howell.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
Subscription Price $500 a year.

Published three times week, on Sun
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day afternoons, at 5I7 Edwards St,
by The Caucasian & Carney Printing
Company, Limited, proprietors.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27

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The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27

Entered as second class matter February
II, 1904, at the postofice at Shreve-
port, La, under the Act Of Congress
of March 81, 1870.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
A SURPRISE PARTY

The pleasant home of Mrs. L. K. Rid
ley on Milan street was thronged with
gay guests Friday evening, who came
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
IT. MARKS EPISCOPAL CHURCH.

q - II IONVT al Of1 UNIT1.
Kew Jos. H. Spearing, rector-Serv-
ices today as follows: Holy communities
at 7:3o am morning prayer II am =
no evening prayer. Sunday school at
$50 am. Everybody cordially invited
to all services. All seats free.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27

# you need some stationery Of the
better kind, telephone 1000.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1909-06-27
THE GRAND Jury

LII dNASD< JOR4.
he Grand Jury has been ordered B
convene on Monday, July 5.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
JAMES PATTEN DENIES HE
CONTROLS WHEAT MARKET
Declares He Is Only a Trader but
Insists He viii Not
Quit

CHICAGO, April 14.-The appeal OF
Pittsburg bankers to Secretary of State
Knox to take steps to end manipulation
of wheat and other markets excited
comment today by James A. Patten,
popularity alleged to control the present
market for the high priced cereal. MIR.
Patten denied that he controlled the
wheat market.
I'm grain trader and 1 don't intend
to quit" said Mr.. Patten. Il bought
when the market looked cheap, as did
others who accepted my view, and I'm
going to sell it at profit If can. For
three or four years this has been
coming.
with increasing population here and
abroad it was obvious that sooner or
later the crop of one year would be
exhausted before a new crop was at
hand. Last fall, if not earlier, l saw
it coming.
IT bought wheat and my friends did
likewise. The great unthinking pubic
here and in Europe would not or couid
not see what was coming.
''If we had not bought wheat mean
myself and others-the price would be
higher here than it is. Europe would
have taken 1t 1 regard it as fortunate
that it was an American who first dag
nosed crop conditions and took advan-
tage of it.
'FThis was not philanthropy. 1 trade
to make profits. but this talk of manip-
ulation is all rot"
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
TAFTS LEASE HOME AT
BEVERLY FOR SUMMER
President and Family viii Live in
Cottage of Robert D. Evans,
by Cove

WASHINGTON April 14.--Official
announcement was made at the White
House today that the president has
leased as a summer home the cottage
of Robert D. Evans of Woodberry
point, Beverly, Mass.
The Evans house is situated on Bev-
erly cove and is one of the most at
tractiva places on Salem bay. Mrs.
Taft visited the estate during her re-
cent trip in search of a summer home
ard concluded the lease for the place
last week. as announced from Boston.
1t was not until today, however, that
the selection was announced at the
White House. The fact that the pres
ident has leased a summer home does
not mean he will not do a great deal
OF travelling after he leaves Washing
ton at the end of the extra session of
congress.
Mr. Taft was anxious to get some
suitable place in the north for his fam
lily and he will he at the summer home
himself while he is not en- tour.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO
TARIFF BILL MADE PALMER
Senator of Nevada Hopes to Correct
Excessive Pates of
DingIey Bill

WASHINGTON, April 14.-Explain-
ing his proposed amendments to the
tariff bill. Senator Newlands said to-
day:
1T have introduced these amendments
with a view to correcting the excessive
rates of the Dingley BILL most of which
remain in the Payne bill. The average
rate of duty under the Payne bill upon
dutiable articles is about As per cent,
and yet many of the duties are largely
in excess of such percentage. A 40
per cent duty ought to cover the diff
ferences between the wages of this and
other countries, particularly when the
efficiency of the American workman is
considered.
my amendments propose to reduce
these excessive duties gradually and
progressively, so as not to create any
violent readjustments."
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
To Check Revolutions

WASHINGTON April 14.-No more
will cheap revolutions in neighboring
countries be encouraged by the easy
manner in which it has been possible
to purchase old arms of the United
States. Orders have been issued at
the war department stopping the prac-
tice of selling the discarded arms. 1t
has been reported at various times
that revolutionists in Central and
South America obtained arms from the
United States. 1t remained, however,
for the police of Chicago to complain
that the sale of the old Springfield
rifles recently discarded were causing
trouble for them.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
Pants! Pants! Pants!

Mems Dress Pants by the hundreds-three big
tables full. l don't how dressy you are we
have pants for you Tailor made, $40 to $l2 stuff
in the lot. Big Special Mems $500 A.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
TURKlSH-BULG ARIAN FEUD
ASSUMES GRAVE ASPECTS
Deadlock in ST. Petersburg and Con-
stantinopIe Yet Unbroken and
Diplomats Worried

ST. PETERSBURG, April 14.-Nego-
tiat;ons looking to the settlement of
the Tarkish-Bulgarian dispute caused
by the Bulgarian declaration of indie
pendence last year are taking an I'M
satisfactory course.
Both here and in Constantinople they
have come practically to a deadlock.
NJ. Poprikoff, the Bulgarian minister
of foreign affairs, who has been here
since March 8, is preparing to return
to Sofia tomorrow or the next day un-
less the negotiations take turn for
the letter
The mobilization of the Bulgarian
army is regarded as a possibility I'M
less Turkey speedily comes to terms.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
CARUSO DENIES REPORT
HIS VOICE Is IMPAIRED
Italian Tenor Explains Lapse in Quail
ity of Voice Is but
Temporary

NEW YORK, April 14.-Enrco Ca
russo, the tenor, sailed today for Liver
pool The singer was indignant at the
reports that his voice was seriously
impaired and that he was going abroad
to submit to an operation on his throat.
1.-The idea is ridiculous" he said. 1T
may be that just at this time my voice
is not up to the mark, but the lapse is
only temporary. L am now in need of
rest and intend to get it. Isexpect to
rehearse at the beginning of the New
York opera season"
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
Libel Case Is Continued

SAN FRANCISCO, April 14.-The
case of S. Fred Hogue, manager of the
Evening Globe, who was arrested yes
terday on a charge of criminal libel
preferred by Thomas Magee, was called
in Police Judge Deasy's court today
and was continued one week. Magee
and Hogue met in the corridor, and
after exchanging a few words, resorted
to blows and were engaged in a lively
scrimmage when they were separated
Both were charged with disturbing the
neaca.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
Transport Sheridan Arrived

SAN FRANCISCO, April 14.-The
United States transport Sheridan ar
rived today from the Philippines via
Nazaki and Honolulu. In addition to
a number of army officers and casuals
returning from Manila she brought
thirty-four invalids and twenty-five
military prisoners.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-15
ANOTHER HIGH PRICE FOR
WHEAT PAID IN ST. LOUIS

ST. LOUIS, April 1.-THE highest
price paid for cash wheat in st. Louis
in several years was recorded today
when sales of No. 2 red were made at
S1.47 to $150.
The flour industry has almost ceased
locally, several mills being shut down,
while others are running on half time.
Export business, usually of some mo-
ment here, has dwindled to practically
nothing. Prices have risen steadily, the
best grades going to 81 today.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1909-09-18
THE SEATTLE STAR EDITORIAL AND MAGAZINE PAGE
SHOULD WE CONTINUE THE "HoN"s.
The lion. Ios. choale !

The Hon. JOS. Choate
We would like to discuss that title Honorable
The people Of the United States have honored JOS Choae
IN several ways They him Great Britain ambassa-
dor. They his large in Who's Who and IN the
Blue Book They listen TO his speeches and print his opn
ions IN the form of interviews They have made him dis
tinguished and have brought him the tribute Of praise
So for what the people Of the United States have
contributed 10 Mr. Choates title Of Honorable
What has the Hon. JOS choate done for the people,
On his from London he found his native city New
York in the midst OF bitter fight S0cen II was
the rich public utility corporation trying Cypress the peo.
pie Mr. Choate hired the corporation to de
feat s0-cent gas
Soon after this New York plunged into the fight
Governor Hughes public utilities bill II the corporate
interest again arrayed against the people Mr. Choae was
slow in taking the retainer OF the corporations and lend
ing his brains to fight the public utilities law
The next time Mr.. Choate called TO perform a
public service when committee OF OF New York
called him and asked him make argument in favor
of the eonsutionay Of eighthour labor law like the
passed in Oregon. Mr.. Choate declined
The latest appearance Of MIR Choate OF pub
lie is in the contest the enforcement OF the
national pure food law. Some who make have for
years fought against labelling fake whkey for what
il Is Mr. Choae appears this controversy counsel for
Canadian brand OF whskey and has lent the influence OF
his and the OF his brains in the efforts OF the whs
key 10 hamstrng the pure food law
Here four instances in which cxambasSadora
whom the people have delighted honohas had chance
the people and has served the peoples enemies
Under the circumstances. shalt continue that
tie--"Honorable"i
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1909-09-18
In LITTLE OLD NEW YORK
BY NORMAN.

been trying 10 figure out why a
good liver usually develops a bad
liver. Can you put me straight
Come again. George request.
ed Mr.. Harris. knitting his brown.
Why" aaid Mr.. Evans. ~y0u
know fellow To a good liver.
lives high. you know. and all that
sort ~ thing. n puts hts liver on
the blink. doesn't str
HUH said Mr.. Harris
Well. IN be alnged. quoth the
exasparated minstrel. Now. Hook
here. Sam When a fellow spends
lot Of money for food and bc0xe.
sloshes around all night. and takes
no care OF himself AZ all. he Is a
good liver. Isn't hsy-
Yes" asserted Harris.
Hc Tries n Again.
But continued Evans. ~thla
lobster a Ia Newburg and balloon
water and stuff isn't a bit good for
a fellows insides. you know, and "a
a. a result Of being a good liver BY
and By be has a bad liver. Seer
Mr.. Harris pondercd. Can,
say ! catch you. George" he finally
responded. Try II once more
slower.
But Mr.. Evans was beating /,
madiy away. Il was going r.
spring that Ia the show tonight.
he told friend later, ssbut n Il
couldn't soak into Sam In ten min
utea. what's the use Of trying II on
a erowdf Tha old ones will have
TO do"
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1909-09-18

exactly the right collar.
The proper necktie has diagonal
bars on u. on which are embroi.
dered various figures. The autumn
eoiofs are whlfs on black But the
wintsr coloFm viii be red and pur.
pi@.
Here Ia a tip; King Edward. Of
England. appeared IN tho streets
of London the other dag with a
dark blue frock coat. white walat.
coat. pale lavender tie. with gloves
90 match. rose In bis buttonholc
that matched the coat and tie.
r. shirts for the fall bear the
same general design Of the fall ties.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1909-09-18
GARVIN'S CORNER
BY THE REVEREND JOSEPH L. GARvIE
PASTOR OF FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

thing as pleasure. aud young peo-
pie ought 70 have ali they can 81
every pleasure that IL good and
wh9lesome. But going OFF with a
gotten their mothers ser for an an
night spree IL. whatever else II may
be called. sin,
. consider that much credit should
ss s'ssn The workers Of the FLOR
Deelaily Ia their sndeavors 10 help
young women and girls whose
mothers do not know wnere they
are nights. or what they are doing
This story IL startling but II Is
Iukerman and Mrs. Mckenzie. her
co-worksr at the exposition, be-
friend some unprotected and help
less girl. Her experiences are mafy.
Her stories would rouse some moth !
ere ana fathers who love thsir girls
Her constant ndyiee isi Mothers.
10 with your daughters or know
where they are and with whom.
she knows. Her History reads like
romance.
horn In Palestine, brought 20 thia
country through the Infiuence of tie
red Cross society, Mrs Zuk er1nn n
has given her life 10 such service.
She has Travelled al over the world.
served as a Red Cross nurse In the
ippine islands and at Nome. Alaska
Her travels ana activities hnve
opened her heart towards orr
thouRhtlsss, honest, careleas Rlrin,
Here r. ease from The nag. ~
I real life. II has It's tragic side
I Thers IL little humor IN IL. THE
very sweetness Of girlhdod and no.
/ bility Of womauhood make Us feel
ship.
~ for those 70 young men. they
may have forgotten their mothers
aud slHters, Whether or no. thew
played an iEnobie aud uamaniy pa n
every decent man.