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Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-12-18
THE FROG A VENTRIL0QUIsT
Provision of Nature That Furnishes
Him Protection from His
Natural Enemies.

While pioneering in South Brazil,
Mr.. Withers was struck by the low
and plaintive cry Of some creature
calling in the night He was at first
impressed with the idea that it was
the cry Of a child, but the tones soon
convinced him that this could not be
the case.
Il had never heard" he says, "a
more pure and liquid musical sound
than this was. The pleasing effect
upon the ear was but little diminished
on learning by what animal it was
produced. The vocalist was a frog;
and soon another from a more dis
tant spot took up the strain, and the
two sang together, now in solos, now
in chorus.
Curious to see this musical frog,
/ took torch from the fire and went
to look for him. l arrived at the
spot whence the sound was proceed
ing, but as l stopped to search the
grass the music seemed to float away
Ill dnOtner place some yards distant.
Il followed, and still the sound
moved, and nowhere could l discover
whence 1t came. l searched for near
ly quarter OF an hour, without being
able to fix the spot, and then l gave
up in despair.
THE fact is, this frog is recognized
to be a yentriloquist of no common
order. I have many a time since
heard him crying in broad daylight,
and the power Of ventriloquism is no
doubt given him as a protection
against the numerous cranes and other
frog enemies that would otherwise be
guided by the sound and soon render
the species extinct"
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-12-18
French Law as to Property.

According to French law certain
reserve is established which no testa-
tor can bequeath away from his OFF.
cpring. A Frenchman with one child
can dispose of half his property ac-
cording to his pleasure; the other half
must inevitably pass to the child
Those with two children can dispose
of only one-third of their property
those with three children of one-fourth
and so on, according to the size OF
the family. Stern parents occasional.
ly seek to evade the law by subter-
fuge; but the disposal of property in
France is hedged round with so many
restrictions that family black sheep
are rarely mulcted of their legal in
heritance.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-12-18
For Writing Permanent Records
Stylus and Wooden Tablets Were
Then in Vogue.

The ancient Romans commonly
wrote with metal point (stylus) on
wooden tablets covered with wax.
ttabulae), but permanent records
we're written on parchment with a
reed pen and liquid pigment, or ink.
At Haltem in Westphalia, near the
site of the Aluso fortress erected by
Drusus in the year IL B. c., was re-
Gently found a bronze vessel contain
ing dried black mass, which
Prof Kessner has decided to
be Roman ink. The mass was
found to consist of chiefly of SCOT
and tannate of iron. 1t also con-
tanned smaller quantities Of ferric OK
ide, copper oxide, clay, magnesia, gyp-
sum, phosphoric acid, carbonic acid,
alkalies and sand. These ingredients
probably represent chiefly accidental
impurities which have found their way
into the old inkstand, but some of them
may be due to the chemical action OF
The ink on the bronze vessel.
The presence OF an aromatic sub
stance suggests that the ink was i'm
ported from Italy, where the use of
perfumed ink was common,-Scientific
American.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-12-18
Broad Hint by No Means Sufficient to
Gust Visitor from Comfortable
Quarters.

Jerry McCartie was often the guest
of friends who on account of his pleas
ant ways extended to him that sort of
old Irish hospitality which enabled a
visitor in my own family who came
for fortnight to stay for six years
says London Tit-Bits.
In McCartie's case the visit
stretched to nearly double that time
After eight or nine years, however, his
kinsman got little tired of his guest
and let him know of his old mansions
proposed renovation, saying that he
had signed contract for having it
painted from garnet to cellar.
"By George. said Jerry, cts for
tunate that don't object to the smell
of paint, and it will be well to have
someone to keep an eye on the paint
ers now that the wall-fruit is ripen.
ing"
Some months passed. Then his host
informed him that he was going to
be married, adding, Il thought I'd
tell you in good time, so that you
could make leisurely preparations to
go, as the lady and you may not hit
1t of as well as you and | do"
With fearful eyes Jerry grasped his
cousins hand, SAYING
"Oh, Dan, dear, you have my hearty
thanks for your consideration; but
dear, dear boy, surely if you can put
up with her | can"
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-12-18
Truthful James.

In one instance, at least, bad spell
ing enabled an office boy to express
the precise fact. His employer had
just reluctantly left to attend a meet
ing of the bank directors where the
proceedings were sure to be long and
prosy.
James," he said to the tow-headed
lad, put up the sign that am out"
James sought for it in vain, so he
inscribed and posted the following
truthful announcement:
Outcome to Bored Meeting
Lippincott's.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-12-18
kinqs of the Jews.

The official style of Herod l., the
Great, was King of Judea, this being
conferred upon him by the Romans;
but there is little likelihood that the
Roman senate understood that any
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-12-18
We Grew Our Hair
Now Let Us Grow
Yours with
"PORO"
TRADE MARK
(Registeredl


wonderful
bat of the head idea that
posse rapidly
achieving proof
whose actually
sell their Saying that theirs Jus,
referred "PoRo" We advise "PoRo"
Grove ha he
genuine without
M
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Oraanized Thought.

To-day there is no such thing as or ganized thought. The thought of the world is tumble, mass of unsystem- atized mental effort, with no meaning, no sequence, no end, no deliberate re suit It should not be so. It can be changed We have organized thought and that thought can be moral, health, full, cheerful, beautiful, successful. The world should have the benefit of this truth. It is high time. The Chit ed States is in a position to begin and within a generation or two, yes, in ten years, some pretty plain indica- tions will assure us that by organiz ing thought we have added to the joy, peace and prosperity of our coun try. Thought is definite force. It has been asked if there is any way to avail ones self of it for ones advan. tage. We can. The average thought of the people today is what we may call desultory, casual, without any es. pecial aim and utterly out of harmony. Nautilus
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Girls Preparedness.

There is something very pitiable about a girl, She wears calico, but talks knowingly about the latest styles in silks. Her home is furnished plain ly, but she knows the latest styles in furniture; she knows how the silver ware should be arranged at dinners, the latest stitch for the marking of monograms on the finest table dam ask, the etiquette to be observed at a dinner, a reception or ball, although she never attended anything more than neighborhood party in her life. Her fathers monthly income is not as large as the pin money rich girl would spend in a day, but she knows what the rich girl should wear and buy to be n touch with the times. She is, in short, prepared at any time to marry a rich man and become society leader.-Atch. ison Globe.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
culprit Tells Magistrate Witty Story When Arraigned for Violating
 City Ordinance.

San Francisco. -" White Hat Mo Carthy cracked joke before Police Judge Conlan that not only tickled the judge and those who fingered in his courtroom, but perhaps earned for him a dismissal of the charge of violating an ordinance relating to the hitching of horses.
 Horses left standing in the street must be tied, and hitching blocks are provided for this purpose. A police man found an united horse the other day, and, reasoning that it's owner would claim the animal, waited for him to appear White Hat" Mccarthy proved to be the horses master, and was called upon to explain why he had not hitched his animal when he left him.
 You know, do you not, Mccarthy, v questioned Judge Conlan, that an or dinance provides for the hitching of horses left standing in the street?"
 Now, let me tell you,' answered Mccarthy. q tied the horse, all right, but some one stole the hitching block and that's the reason he was not tied. !" "What?"
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
FARMERS NEGLECT BABIES?
Pay More Attention to Raising Corn and Hogs Than They Do to
 That of Children?

Topeka, Kan-Farmers in the mid de west are so wrapped up in the pro- duction of wheat and corn and in growing meaty steers and fat porkers that they are likely to neglect the up bringing of their children. Such is the conclusion of Prof. William A. Me Keever of the Kansas State Agricul- tural college. He is undertaking to remedy the fault and is preparing a set of bulletins telling the farmers how to raise better sons and daughters l Prof McKeever is sending his bull letins broadcast from Manhattan, Kan, where they are printed, mostly through subscriptions of business men of the state.
 We have special courses in poultry raising, pig raising and horse breed ing" he said in one of these bulletins, while parents go right on in the good 1 old way rearing children by guess, | hearsay and superstition. As a conse- 1 quence the first children in many fam | lilies are used for experimental pur- poses, and though they may be well ooIH, tAeH P4O sleets ol uoeIui eoi eoi are often blighted forever"
 Prof McKeever believes in the doc | Urine of work for children, coupled with parental attention, as the general basis | for rearing a better crop of sons and daughters. Obedience, he finds, is gen. erally regarded as the first virtue of the child, but obedience without the most intelligent direction is worse than untraL meled liberty.
 l He feels that appreciation is lacking of the true dignity of quiet home life.
 Prof. McKeever's bulletin covers many topics on the rearing of children ] in small towns and on farms.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
BROOM CORN GOES TO S165
Highest Figure Recorded for Several Years Account Scarcity of Brush
 in Oklahoma.

Mattoon, Ill-The widest scenes ever witnessed in the broom corn district were enacted here when buy CTS representing brokers from many Oklahoma cities scrambled for the pur- chase of brush. Horses were cast aside as being too slow and automo- piles were used exclusively.
 At a meeting of brokers 1t was agreed that $l00 ton should be the limit, but when one buyer ignored the understanding others followed and finally brush was bringing $165. the highest figure for several years.
 It is predicted that before the close of the season the price will reach the $200 mark It is now estimated that three-fourths of this years crop has been bought up this week and thai the remaining one-fourth will be ac quired before the close Of next week
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Bed Coverings.

As fall advances and the country wife is preparing her house for the cooler days, she will find an excellent substitute for fllmy swiss and net GOV erings upon her bed in cotton taf- ieta. 1t can be purchased in pretty colors and finished with a flounce of the same material. One can applique immense flower motifs to the cover should color be desired. There are flower patterns in cretonne that great ly resemble Bierdermier and they look artistic on cotton taffeta The latest cover is perfectly square and sections are cut out at each corner so that the straight valance can fall perfectly flat around the bed and will not be tucked up at corners. But the feature is this:
 strip of lace insertion, cotton ori- ental braid or some fancy trimming is stitched to outline the top of the bed or box portion, and the edges of the straight valance are trimmed with short ruflles of lowered lawn. These are wonderfully pretty. especially when lawn is used to strip the cover.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
| PncGREcS e. PANAMA CANAL
Exceedingly Dry Weather Which Ere vailed on Pacific Division
 Accelerated the Work.

Washington.-Good progress, 1t is reported, is being made on the Mira flores locks of the Panama canal. Ex- ceedingly dry weather which prevailed in the territory of the Pacific division about September l greatly acceler- ated the canal work. The small slide which developed in the lock has been checked, and the west toe of the dam has been brought almost to the 60- foot level.
 The concrete work on the cement shed is entirely finished and G0,000 bags of cement are at present stored in it. The building has capacity of 2S0,000 bags. Cement testing machines and other machinery used in work have been installed in the storehouse office. The work on the Miratiores power house is progressing rapidly and it is nearly ready for use.
 Concrete work on the Gatun and Pedro Miguel locks of the Panama canal has begun, according to the canal commission. The first concrete on the former was laid August 24. It is being placed in the foundation of the center wall, which will divide the two south or upper locks. On the lat ter the work was begun in the center guide wall at the lower or south end September l.
 On the latter work a temporary mixer is being used having capacity of only 1212 cubic yards of material per hour, pending the completion of the stationary plant, which will have a capacity of 800 cubic yards per work ing day.
 The plant for mixing at the Gatun lock site has a maximum capacity of 1920 cubic yards of concrete in eight hours It is estimated that 2,096,000 yards of concrete work will be laid on this lock. which includes the loc,,s and approach wa Is, and it will take approximately 2.25o,000 barrels of ce ment for the work.
 At Gatun there will be six locks in three pairs. which will make raise from sea level to S5 feet above sea level Each lock will be 110 feet wide, have usual length of 1000 feet, and will have fl 1-3 feet of water over the sills when the surface of Gatun lake is at normal height of S5 feet above mean sea level.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Really Unkind.

The hoardings on the town hall were covered with advertisements oi the forthcoming concert. which was to be given by what was described as the cream of local talent. Lower down on the boarding was small placard. which announced, No dogs admitted, "
 Evidently wag must have passed that way after the shades of night had fallen. for next morning the notice referring to the exclusion of the can inc species was found to be amended as follows: By order of the R. s. P. C. A"
 1t was a nasty dig at the cream of local talent, and it is reported that one or two were quite upset about it-Punch.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Reaches Destroy Records.

Washington-Bug of the water roach variety have invaded the mu- nicipal building in Washington in such numbers and have been so destructive as to imperil the official records kept there. It has been found that in ev- cry department which contains fur niture brought from the old municipal building a year ago the insects abound. Everything digestible by a bug has been attacked in these rooms, includ- ing typewriter ribbons, carbon paper by the ream, the glue used in binding the official records in book form and other dainty morsels.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
CHARACTER REVEALED BY HAT
What Manner of Person Is Wearing It.

That there is any character to be displayed in the choice and manner of wearing a hat will doubtless be a revelation to many girls. But girl who is at all observing can tell from the hat another woman wears what manner ot person it is with whom she is dealing
 There is a little round black hat, with scarcely any attempt at trim ming, except fiat, black bow. This hat is sure to be worn by little old maid, one who is sweetened rather than soured by her single lot. She is one who is absorbed in other people, children.
 A simple little toque worn with a veil indicates the girl of great com mon sense. Nothing especially star ting or original about her. Just a good sort.
 The girl who chooses a hat with abrupt angles. who always has wings or stiff, conventional trimming on her hats, and who never wears flowers, is another kind altogether. You may al ways know her to be determined. in- dependent, and if given half a chance, she will be domineering. There is a sort of soft. elusive, feathery kind of creation that is worn by some women. A man would say she was distinctly feminine, womanly in all she did. But she is more than ! this-she is subtle, elusive and charm ing. She is the girl all men think they would like to marry but there are not enough of this sort to go round.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
THE RlCKEY AN INSPIRATION
Popular Summer Drink Evolved by Washington Politician, Aided by
 Barkeeper.

Ask the average man what earthly use there was for the lime prior to the advent of the rickey and he won't be able to tell you It belongs to un- written history. Ask him also who in- vented the rickey and he will prob ably say that he has vague recollec- tion that it is in some way associated with somebody-a man by the name of Hickey, or something of that sort
 If only Col. Joe Hickey could hear that It would make him turn over in his grave, for Col Joe was inordi- nately proud of the fact that he in vented what he proclaimed to the day of his death the greatest of all drinks the gin rickey. out of which came all the liquid relatives of the same family name.
 The invention was an accident, pure and simple Col. Hickey had friends galore in Washington - few public men in those days, say 25 or 30 years ago, who were not on such familiar terms with him as to warrant "Hel- To, Joel" Well, one scorching day Col Joe dropped in at Shoomaker's- everybody who ever went to Washing ton knows where Shoomakers is parched with the thirst of 98 in the shade.
 Say. George" quoth Col Joe to George Williamson, the old time art ist behind the spigots, T want some thing to put this fire out
 How about little gin, colonel?' suggested George.
 Sounds fair to middlin'," replied Col. Joe, but don't you think it ought to have something in it to keep it from spontaneous combustion? Wonder how lime squeezed into a bit of it would go? Sound cool to you, George?"
 "It mightn't be so bad, colonel said George "At least it's worth try ing"
 And hence the rickey of which Col. Hickey was immoderately proud to the day of his death.-New York Times.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Hat That Can Be Taken to Pieces.

A leading Parisian milliner has jus' invented hat which may be adapted for various occasions at will.
 It can be taken to pieces. When it's removable brim is packed away under the brow it becomes a close-ht ting to1ue suitable for motoring, rail way travelling or for walks in rougl weather. If it's owner finds herse. unexpectedly called upon to appear fin evening dress she has simply to re adjust her crown and she IS read' for any function demanding the grea' est elegance.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
MOSQUITO IN FLIGHT

8rehme, Prof Smiths assistant, has rad charge of the survey work. and directed the work of Contractor Jesse ?. Monahan of Red Bank. MT. Mona han uses a machine which automatical- cuts and removes the sod from the meadows, cutting a trench 30 inches deep and nine inches wide.
 Prof. Smith says that where mos quitoes appear in any sections adjoin- ing the drained areas mentioned they will be few in number and of the sort known as culex pipiens, dark colored variety that is bred in sewer basins, -tagnant fresh water pools. cellars and the like. The striped leg variety comes from the marshes.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
SUMMER SEASON TO SUICIDE
Prussian Statistics of 7,643 Self-Mur- ders in 1907 Analysed as to
 the Time.

Berlin.-According to a compilation recently published, there were 7,643 suicides in Prussia in 1907 The most remarkable points about the statistics are that there were more suicides in the summer than in the winter This seems to confirm the idea that tenn perature has an influence on the love of life.
 It is interesting to note which days of the week and what hour are most favored by those desiring to take leap in the dark" It appears, ac cording to the figures, that people have the least inclination to quit this life on Saturday and Sunday. This is explained by the fact that on those days most men are inclined to view life somewhat more rosily. The work man receives his wages on Saturday and on Sunday he is free and can spend his time in society, or else where, and momentarily forgets his troubles. On Monday reaction takes place and moral depression sets in This is borne out by the fact that the majority of suicides take place on that day.
 AS far as time is concerned, shortly after sunrise the fewest suicides are committed. The new day awakens fresh power and energy and invigor- ates the Respondent man. With the ascent of the sun, however, the num- Der of suicides increases and toward evening reaches the maximum. Be- tween II and 12 o'clock at night the number of suicides is very great.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Blue Tweed Suit.

A tweed suit for the autumn is of dark blue with suggestion of pur- pie and sepia in the pattern. It has a long coat not fastened with the ubiquitous three buttons above the knee, but with loose dropping belt resting on the hips and falling lower in front like a small boys French" suit. This belt and the facings of the coat are of purple kid or fine leather
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
The Wronq Recipe.

What's the matter, dear?' asked MT. Justwed, as he came into the house and found his wife crying as II her heart would break. What has bothered my little wife?"
 "I worked all the afternoon making custards. because I knew you were so fond of them, and-and-" here she began weeping hysterically again.
 And what, darling?"
 And they turned out to be sponge cake"
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
In the Future.

The woman of the future was about to start downtown, when her husband placed his arms around her neck and kissed her.
 Darling, light of my life" he whis pred softly, q love you more than words can tell"
 "Oh, you do eh?" she responded sus piciously. Well, what is it now Henry-a new silk hat or pair oi trousers ?'-Success.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Mark Children,s cIotbes

Buy fiye-cent bolt of white linen tape; cut in small pieces and write a child's name on each piece. Paste their names written in black ink on white pieces, inside each "vershoe. gloves, mitten and cap, and as a re. suit the children's garments never get mixed up or lost at school or church.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04

Cream serge costumes are always nice, and this would be a smart style in which to make one. The skirt is made with a seam up the left side of front it is wrapped and stitched twice, and has silkcovered buttons sewn on the inside. The semi-ftting coat fastens on the bust with buttons round the entire coat, and also edges the sleeves.
 Hat of white straw, trimmed with a wreath of flowers.
 Materials required: Six and one-half yards serge AS inches wide, seven yards braid two dozen buttons. 312 yards coat lining.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Toilet Powder.

For chafing or prickly heat, brown flour in the skillet and sift twice until fine. For ordinary use a preparation Of one-third boric acid to tvo-thild cornstarch is sufficient.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Kaiser Watches Swiss Army.

Vienna. a.-Conversing with the Swiss military attache at the conclusion of the Austro Hungarian maneuvers at Cross -Meseritch, Emperor William of Germany expressed a desire to attend the Swiss maneuyers, saying that he had heard interesting innovations had been made in the Swiss army.
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04

cloth "dregs of wine shade embroidery shade This noc a the underskirt bottom with buttons and 'orms the material of whi arefa side with band of tafea  afea cloth It forms rncess 
  neck sleeves cooed match the and the
The log cabin Democrat., 1909-10-04
Jest Releases q Prisoner

some one stole the block" repeat ed Mccarthy.
 "Ha, ha,' laughed the judge. Case dismissed"