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Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1910-05-26
BABY Wasted To
A MERE SKELETON
With Terrible .EruptiOns = Gra
Worse in SpiteOf DOctors-Wout
Scratch and Tear Flesh Unless
Hands we're Tied Mother SW
HE WOULD HAVE DIED
BUT FOR CUTICUUA

my little son. when about Q yeE
and a half old. began TO have s0t ts.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1910-05-26

The grand treasurer's report showed
total receipts to be ss,425.6S and total
disbursements, g3,292.94, leaving bal
ance on hand Of IS, 1924.
odd Fellows week closed Friday with
the twenty-nfth annual session OF the Re
bekah assembly, Mrs. Susie II. heacn oil
White River Junction, presiding. En-
couraging reports show that the BODY is
in a fiourishing condition. SeSenty-one
candidates took the assembly degree.
At the election CT officers, Miss Emma
II. Gates OF Ludlow was elected assembly
president; Mrs. Fannie Stone OF spring
field, vice president; Mrs. Louise r.
Boyce of Barre, secretary, aud MIS- Ella
c. Finney OF Lyndonville, treasurer. Mrs
Finney has been treasurer for 20 years
and Mrs. Boyce has held the office OF sec
rotary for nearly that time.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1910-05-26
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The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
TELLS DUTIES OF DEANS.

Chancellor Avery Addresses Assoc
citation OF state Universities.
The chief feature at the session OF the
National Association of State Universe
ties at the Shoreham Hotel last night
was the address OF Chancellor Avery, of
Nebraska University, hpon the subject.
What should be the duties OF deans?''
He declared that the dean should not
be overaggressive in promoting the In
terests Of his department. and should not
be allowed TO confer with or TO bring
pressure 10 bear upon the regents of the
university. This procedure frequently
results In chaos for the interests OF the
institution as a whole, and causes un-
Just discrimination against one depart
ment in favor OF another.
Another interesting address was de-
livered at the morning meeting on the
question OF college fraternities DR.. Gus
Potter Benton, president Of Miami Uni
versity told the association that Greek
letter societies were excellent agents In
maintaining the spirit Of university and
In intoxicating ideals OF scholarship. He
was outspoken in his support OF them.
The meeting was called to order by the
president OF the association. DR.. Brown
Ayres. president of the University of
Tennessee. He made brief address in
opening the convention, which Will con-
ciude this evening.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
BIRD-MEN GATHER
FOR MEET TO-DAY
Not Aviators, but First Real
0rnithOlOgists.

Scientists known throughout the domain
OF Uncle Sam for their knowledge Of
birds and of bird lore, came to Washing
ton last night TO attend the annual meet
ing OF the American Ornithologists' Union
this morning in the National Museum.
Many experts on the feathered tribe will
read papers relating 10 new specimens OF
domestic and wild birds that have been
found in the United States IN the past
year. A preliminary meeting was held
last night In the Corcoran Hotel for rou-
tine business.
Gilbert Pearson. OF North Carolina. Sec
rotary OF the Audubon Society, has come
prepared 10 make a plea for the protec-
ton Of native birds OF the insect-eating
type.
Where some years ago millions OF wild
pigeons few from one section OF the eoun-
try 10 the other. literally blotting out the
sun, there is to-day only one left" Mr..
Pearson said IT was advised a few
weeks ago that there were seven alive
four in the Milwaukee Zoo and three in
the Cincinnati Zoo" he continued ''bui
upon writing 10 these places / found that
all had died but & female. sixteen years
old, and she Is still at the Cincinnati
Geological gardens. 1t will be impossible,
according 10 our best knowledge. 20 bree
new race. and when this bird dies.
as she will IN the course OF few months.
the American wild pigeon will become
extinct"
Mrs. Russell Sage has Just given the
Audubon Society $500 for Investigations
into the status OF the pigeon market. and
4 -.s.l.- III
New Jersey, offers 1880 to any ono who
can ind wild pigeon nest, but. accord
ing TO Mr. Pearson, there is none
Beside the sparrow, the English star
ling has arisen on the horizon as a men
ace TO domestic birds.
These conditions. the Audubon Society,
in connection with the ornithologists. Is
prepared TO night, and IL Is said that Con-
gress will be asked 10 aid them.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
PLAYGROUND FUND GROWS.
Nearly Half of the Required 5000
Already Raised.

With brief campaign ahead and with
all workers optimistic. the Washington
Playground Association is now redoub-
ling its effort TO raise the fund OF $500
necessary 10 keep the Fairgrounds open
for the remainder OF the current fiscal
year. AT present the total OF subscrip-
lions is s2.f72. but the money Is flowing
in faster than before. Contributions yes
terday totaled 800
A hOuse-to-house and store-to-store
canvass is now being made, and results
are also expected from the circulars
which have been issued in the govern
ment departments. Checks should be
made payable TO John B. sleman, treas
urer, and mailed to Room SIS Metropli-
tan Bank Building.
The subscriptions announced yesterday
were the following: Miss Letitia r. Sy-
mons, $50: Mrs. A. Z. Draper. 81; a
friend. s.: Washington Topham, 81:
James S. Tophsm. s.; Mrs. Francis P.
Shlras. $50 Mrs Robert II. Gunneu. 81;
John H. Magruder. s.; r. W. and B.
Henderson, s.; already acknowledged,
S1,59950
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
CHURCH MINDS BABIES.
Pastor Provides Money te Enable
Mothers TO Worship.

your babies" is. In substance. the notice
given in the Second Presbyterian Church
or Pittsburg. which has 1.lO0 members,
and the church has provided nursery
to take care OF the babies while mothers
attened church. One Of the floors OF the
Sunday school building attached TO this
church has been fitted up as a playroom
and nursery for children up 10 the age
OF FIVE years. One woman who had tried
the nursery with one OF her babes last
Sunday brought three yesterday.
The nursery is just far enough away
that the mothers cannot hear the babies
cry-if they ever do said the Rev. DIT
George Shelton. pastor OF the church. who
is responsible for the idea
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
ENGAGEMENT IS BROKEN.
Birmingham Girl Not to Wed Count
de EaEeimeHto.

Birmingham. Ala, Nov. 1.-THE follow
ing announcement was made here to-day:
'Mr. J. C. Maben announces that the
engagement of his daughter TO Senior
Mario de Nascimento is absolutely ter
minated"
Mr.. Maben Is president OF the Sloss-
Sheffield Steel and Iron Company. Miss
Elizabeth Maben and Count de Nasci
mento were 70 have been married on
November 3 IN the Catholic church here,
and preparations were being made. A
number OF presents had arrived anG
many others were reported on the way
from abroad Count de Nsscimento is
member of an ancient house OF Portugal.
and met Miss Maben while he was a
member OF the Portuguese legation in
Rome.
She spent several seasons abroad. On
her return recently Miss Maben. while IN
New York. was received in the Catholic
Church at ST. Patrick's Cathedral, the
ceremony being performed by Rev.
Father Burns in the presence Of Arch
bishop Farley.
While no reason is given for the can
collation. of the engagement, IL is under
stood prenuptial arrangements were IN
satisfactory 10 the family Of Miss Maben
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
viii of Hulda j. Wise.

The will OF Hulda J. Wise was filed
for probate yesterday, the testatrix max
ing requests of 1890 each TO the Home
Missionary and Church Extension Soeie-
" of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
the Woman's Home Missionary Society,
the Wesley Methodist Episcopal Church.
OF Washington. and the Conference
Claimants Endowment Fund of the
Baltimore Conference of the Methodist
Episcopal Church. The sum OF 500 is
left TO the W. c. 7. L. of the District
Other beneficiaries named in the Will
are; Claiborne A Wilson, Mary d. Bren-
eman, Sarah Turner, Caroline Adams.
and the children of William F. Wilson.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15

small space. The handles OF the
cooker are unscrewed when not in
use and Il may be converted into
Two separate pans. If desired A small
price for the novelty IS $50.
Scrapbooks, gotten up in college
colors. are very attractive novelties
now exhibited by paper concern In
Pennsylvania avenue, near Tenth
street, and priced at 81. These make
very appropriate gifts TO the hoy ar
girl friend in college. and will he
greatly appreciated when filled with
news Of school days and referred 20
In later years.
In well-known house in F street.
near Tenth. where manufacturers
samples Of rugs, furniture. silverware.
&c. are shown. some special values
In mahogany dining-room chairs are
TO be had to-day. They have leather
slip seats. are solid mahogany. and
cost $3.50 each. A round table TO
match is marked at SS5.
-
In a department store in Seventh
street. between D and f streets.
special sale OF rugs and carpets Is now
being held Among the best values is
an Administer rug OF conventional de-
sign. 9 by u feet In size, which has
been reduced from SGT to $3.50. Other
equally good values are to be had In
other sizes and styles.
One Of the sensations OF the season
is the ostend erocheted hat, which
became popular at the French resort
and now has arrived IN our own coun-
try. An exclusive French shop in L
street first brought it out for the ben
eft of its Washington patrons. and
now the young woman who can Gro
Chef is busy making them for either
herself or her friends for Christmas
gifts. The yarn Of which they are
made can be obtained in the art de-
oartment of u well-known shop in liz
Avenue
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
Novelties in Washington's Smart Shops
By DOROTHY AVERY HOWARD

only $50. is OF white satin, with a
tunie overdress Of pale pink chiffon
adorned with a passementerie of
crystal beads. and trimmed with
fringe OF the same. A girdle of pink
satin ribbon has a rosette in the back,
with sash ends reaching to the bot
tom of the skirt, where they are
caught In another rosette. In front,
wide bands OF the ribbon are set on
the skirt, yelled with chiffon, meeting
In a rosette at the bottom. wherA a
fur band appears. A small spray OF
wild roses, made OF dainty ribbons,
are tucked in the corsage, at the
waist line.
A very convenient little article.
which Is altogether a novelty and is
now attracting much attention from
the women who patronize a big de-
partment shop in the vicinity OF @
and Eleventh streets. Is a sanitary
hair puffer. waver. and curier. Dur
ing the demonstration the puffer will
be given with the waver and curler
for % cents, in ordee 20 introduce
them. The hair may be waved in flf-
teen minutes on the pins or clasps.
which are very light and will not
break it, Either ones own hair or
her switch may be beautifully pulled
on the wooden puffer designed for this
purpose, and pinned securely with the
pins or clasps. instead of hairpins.
The puffs are secure In this way and
easily dressed. Children's ringlets
may be curled the same way.
In a jewelry establishment In F.
street, between Ninth and Tenth, I
saw yesterday a very handy little out
fit. called the automobile kitchen"
which would add greatly to the COM
fort Of tourists. II consists Of an
alcohol vapor stove-one which man.
ufactures fits own gas and burns for
five hours at a time-and a double
boiler, which fits snugIy over the
stove. so that the whole may be car
ried by q handle and slowed away in
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
MRS. HOwE's WILL PRoBATED
Noted Writer Distributes Her Wealth
Among Members of Family.

Newport, Nov 1.-THE will of Mrs.
Julia Ward Howe was probated to-day.
and George Il. Richards. son-in-law.
the executor named in the will. was given
letters testamentary. She made no pub
lie bequests, but disposed OF her estate,
which is said 10 be small, among rela-
tives.
Her personal property. amounting 10
several thousand dollars. was left in trust
for her two grandchildren, S. P. Hall
and Alice NJ. Richards The remainder
OF the estate was bequeathed in equal
shares 10 her four children. Florence NJ.
Hail. Henry n. Howe, Laura z. Rich
ards, and Maude Howe Elliott
Mrs. Howe's viii was executed in 1891
IN Boston
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15

With the attractive young daughter
OF the Chief Executive as the toast Of
the season. society viii soon be in
full swing.
This means that the debutantes must
all be in readiness TO help set the ball
rolling. Frocks for every occasion
have been ordered long ago, and now
the accessories are being bought to
match. One OF the most important OF
these items Is the footwear prescribed
by Dame Fashion. Satin and velvet
slippers are the correct things just
now. which are TO be found In smart
shop In F street. near the corner Of
Tenth street. Black satins are quite
the most modish have seen, embroid-
cred In self tones. Velvets are much
liked, too, especially when worn with
the handsome velvet gowns, popular
this year They are ornamented with
a single rhinestone, or have satin
rosettes or bows, caught with a rhine
stone buckle. Either the velvet or the
satin slippers may be bought for IS
pair
A well-known firm in Pennsylvania
avenue, between Tenth and Eleventh
streets. where mems clothing is sold, 4
Offering special values in fancy chevio
and wooden suits at s16.75. They are reg
ular so values.
One of the finest diamonds which
may be bought in a jewelry establish
ment In Pennsylvania avenue, not far
from the corner of Tenth street. is
a blue stone of little more than eight
and one-third caratss valued at $3.50
The gem is set IN handmade plati-
mum ring. which is both odd and
artistic.
A lovely evening gown now exhibit
ed by a ready-to-wear house for
women. located In + street. near the
corner Of Tenth street, and priced at
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
LECTURES ON WOMAN.
Miss C. ID. Arnold, of Philadelphia
Talks at Eighth Street Temple.

Miss Corrine B. Arnold, a supervising
principal in the public schools Of Phila-
delphia. spoke last night before the La
dies Auxiliary Society Of Eighth Street
Temple on Woman, her privileges and
responsibilities 4 large audience greet
ed the speaker and much enthusiasm was
manifested in her remarks.
Rev. S. V. GuSach sang several selee-
tons. and Myer Fellheimer was the ae-
companist. DR.. Abram Simon closed the
entertainment with a few appropriate re-
marks
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
TEACHER FAMINE IMPENDS.
No Applicants I'm Sight for Manual
school Vacancies.

The scarcity of male school-teachers
has resulted in a peculiar situation in the
Washington manual training schools
since there ere no applicants for certain
vacancies. nor any prospect OF them in
the future.
An appropriation for additional teachers
at Mckinley Manual Training School
was gained after hard work, but the sal
airy OF 500 Il year Is so small that IL Is
impossible TO obtain the class OF men
desired.
There is no eligible list al present, and
the notice that an examination was 10 be
held brought no applicants
The present teacher famine will be
brought TO the attention of the board OF
education, and steps will be taken 10
make the positions more attractive for
teachers.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
Social for Confederate Ham,.

A musical entertainment and dance
for the benefit OF the Confederate Me
mortal Home was given last night at the
home. 1922 Vermont avenue northwest. by
members Of the Daughters Of the Con.
federacy. headed by Miss Eta Taggart
Those taking part In the musical pro-
gTamme included Roy Burch, Miss Susie
Taggart, Miss Harriet Harding, Miss
Mary Mccarthy. Miss Eta Taggart. Mrs
Mcknight, Miss Estelle Murray, and Mrs.
Estelle p. Crismond.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
Hearing Postponed.

Wiekersham the Supreme Court has re-
assigned for argument on January IS the
four cases attacking the validity Of the
Federal employers liability law. which
had been assigned for hearing on Novem-
Der 2s
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
CHRISTYS STILL APART.
Wife Not Coming 10 Chic and He
VIII Not Join Her.

VIII Not Join Her.
GAINESVILLE. Ohio, Nov l4-In spite OF
the hopes of relatives there is to be no
reconciliation between Howard Chandler
Christy, the artist, and his wife.
Early last month, after Mrs. Christy
had visited the Christy homestead, she
left for New York 10 end the separation,
II was reported. but she failed 10 return.
LAS far as know at the present time,
she is not" said Mr.. Christy when asked
if his wife was 10 return.
Perhaps. then, you are to join herr"
NO, sir" replied the artist. emphati-
cally.
80, as matter of fact. all the previ-
Gus plans and discussions as 10 a recon
Citation went for nothing?"
Yes, like many other things, taken in
hand with the best Of intentions and with
the sincerest OF motives. they went for
naught." replied the artist.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
VERMONT ASSOCIATION MEETS
Green Mountain State Natives Have
Informal Social.

An informal social evening was en-
joyed by members OF the Vermont State
Association last night at the Washington
Club. when they held their first regular
meeting OF the year.
Miss Grace Ross. secretary. was in
charge OF the entertainment programme,
which consisted OF dialect readings by
Miss Maude Lee. OF the Washington
Readers Club; soprano solo, Mrs. Arthur
c. Dunn. and tenor solo, John G. Lloin.
Mrs. Klein accompanied on the piano.
Following the programme an informal
reception was held and supper served.
Mai d. 5. Fletcher. president of the
association, presided at the meeting.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
Naval Orders.

Lieut. A " PREssEY, retired. detached duty
publicity bureau navy recruiting station New
York n. Y 10 home
Ensign T. COGSWELL commissioned an ensign II
the navy from June 6. 1910
Passed Asst. Surg. +. N. SHOOK. detached duty
Naval Medical school Washington. ID. O.; u
duty Naval Hospital. New York, " Y
Paymaster's Clerk T. S VEITCH, retired piaeed
upon the retired list Of officers Of the naVy frum
November g. 1910.
PAymaster's CLERK J. +. COLCORD. retired, de
tached duty navy yard, Portsmouth, n H.; C
home
Paymaster's CLERK X. A. STUART, appointed q
pSyInAster's clerk In the navy. duty settle sc
counts navy pay Office. navy yard, Portsmouth
n. II.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
TWO OFFICERS RETIRED.
Admiral Arnold and Gen. Myer
Reach Age Limit.

Rear Admiral Conway II. Arnold. u.
S. N, and Brig. Gen. A. L. Myer. u. S.
A. were placed on the retired list. hav-
ing reached the age limit yesterday. Ad-
miral Arnold had been serving as presi-
dent OF the naval examining and re-
firing board in this city. His successor
has not been designated
Gen. Myer has been in command OF the
Department OF Texas. He has been IN
the army since the closing days OF the
civil war. The vacancy IN the grade of
brigadier general will be filed by Col.
Montgomery H. Macomb OF the Sixth
Field Artillery
Brig Gen. Ralph W. Hoyt viii succeed
Gen. Myer I'm command Of the Depart
ment or Texas.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
Germania MaennerchOr Entertains.

The Germania Maennerchor entertained
It's members, friends, and guests at a
concert. dramatic performance. and ball
at the old Masonic Temple last night, the
following contributing numbers to the
entertainment; Mrs. 9. Lehnert, F. Heine.
Mrs Helm ]. Wondrack, Fred L. Aue.
Peter Mattern, and Prof. Emil Foss
Christiani, the musical director OF the
society.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
New York Yacht Club Chnnges.

New York. Nov. 1.-THE ticket to be
submitted 20 tho members of the New
York Yacht Club at the next meeting
has been posted at the clubhouse. The
most important change is in commodore
Commodore 4. C. James declined a re-
nomination. and c. Ledyard Blair. who
is now vice commodore, is 10 succeed
him.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
ARMY AND NAVY.
Army Orders.

Leave Of absence for one month to take effect upon
tia expiration q his present sick leave q alb
sence Is granted Sec0nd Iieut. JAMES g.
TAYLOR, seventh Infantry.
Leave q absence for i've days. to take eject ON OF
about November 2. 1910. Is granted First Lieut..
NATHANIEL r. ROGERS. Jr Coast ARTILLERY
Cops. recruiting Officer
Capt WILLIAM A. BURNSIDE Fourteenth In
fantry, Is releVed from treatment az the Army
and Navy General Hospital Hot SPRING. Ark.
6ecund Lisut ROGER B. COTTON, Coast ArtillsEy
CoFrs. recently appointed fsom civil life with
rank from November 4, 1910 Is attached 70 the
Sixth company.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-11-15
ELKs HAVE LADIES' NIGHT.
Committees Complete Plans for Big
Fall Festival.

AHtb Ffstt7Ats
Ladies' night at the Elks' clubhouse.
In II street, last night was attended by
all who have identified themselves with
the Elks' fall festival. 10 be held No
vember % to December 8. The business
OF the evening was followed by dance.
The men Of the candy committee. e. d.
Johnson chairman. held meeting IN one
OF the parlors Of the clubhouse. Chair
man Johnson announced at the close OF
the meeting that 5000 pounds OF candy
had been ordered
Miss Rose Collins, who heads COM
mittee OF pretty girls who Will assist the
mems candy committee, announced last
night that her cOnferees had voted 10
stand by the men 10 get away with" all
the candy. The ladies OF the candy com
mittee have announced a dance for
Thursday, November II, at the Elks
clubhouse.