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The enterprise. [volume] (Harlem, Mont.) 1899-1926, 1910-02-16

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ton "Washington's Birthplace" and
in small letters at the base the words:
Erected by the United States. A. d.
1885," Latterly plans have been pro-
jected for rebuilding the old mansion.
placing in a conspicuous portion OF
the structure the few bricks remain
ing from the old house and using the
original cornerstone.
In the old family burying ground
at Wakefield there has recently been
put in place a granite slab IN memory
of Augustine Washington, father OF
George Washington. This stone was
provided by the Society of the Colo
NAL Danes of America. In this grave
yard, also, is a marble slab bearing
an inscription that indicates that 1t
was placed in its present position IN
1929.
Probably the principal reason for
the neglect of Wakefield by the tour
The enterprise. [volume] (Harlem, Mont.) 1899-1926, 1910-02-16
CANDID CLAIMS CONVINCE.

There's our belief. We don't say
that One bottle of Stub-Roo Liquid
will cure Any case of eczema. But
we know that, Properly Used, we
have in
The enterprise. [volume] (Harlem, Mont.) 1899-1926, 1910-02-16

America has furnished to the world the char
acter of Washington. And if our American instl
tutions had done nothing else that alone would
have entitled them to the respect of mankind.
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the isolation of Washingtons birthplace. In con-
junction with the erection of the governmental
monument at Wakefield substantial pier was
built extending some distance out into the Poto-
mac, but this pier is now in shoal water ana
none of the larger steamers plying on the Poto-
mac can reach it. In consequence the only avail
able means of reaching Wakefield Is to take pas
sage on one of the steamers bound for Colonial
Beach, the leading summer resort of the lower
Potomac. and upon arrival at the beach to either
charter launch for the trip to Wakefield or else
reach the same goal by considerable drive over
roads that are none too good. Even this time
consuming method of making pilgrimage to
Wakefield is impracticable in winter
Washington is the mightiest name of the
earth-long since mightiest in moral reformation.
On that name eulogy is expected. 1t cannot
be- To add brightness to the sun or glory to the
name of Washington is alike impossible. Let
none attempt it. In solemn awe pronounce the
name and in its Naked deathless splendor leave
it shining on.-Abraham Lincoln.
America has furnished to the world the char.
octor of WASHINGTON And If orr American inSti-
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
THE SCANTY NEW SKIRTS.
A Woman Should Well Consider Her
Lines Before Wearing One of
These Deformities.

The modern fashions with their
scanty skirts and tied up look about
the heels, does not make for grace
and should be judiciously worn If one
is not to appear ridiculous.
A woman who dons one of these de-
formities should not only consider her
lines but must go to a dressmaker
who knows lines. Otherwise results
are deplorable when not laughable.
If you cannot afford to go to the
best dressmakers never go in for ex-
aggerations- Put thought into your
toilet and remember that if women
who are sensible will not refrain from
being slaves of the passing mode with
no thought of incongruity, women who
are vain should.
Go especially slow on the new skirt
Some are impossibly ugly; most are
| unbecoming, save to the beanpole
| type, as they cut us in two; and al
| give women carriage that is a com
| bination of slide and wriggle which
makes the walk of the Chinese woman
| of fashion with her bound feet al
| athletic stride in contrast.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
lIglNGllES aM
ia SIfI1I@1N .&ES

Chantilly lace, or the silk lace of
Spanish shawls, is an effective fancy
for straw hats.
A French looking hat is a large leg
horn trimmed with lavender orchids
and finished with a knot of pale blue
velvet.
The use of black lace on white satin
chiffon, etc, is general, and here one
often finds the addition of the vivid
color note in connection with black
and white frocks-
White chiffon or net covered with
beads of silver, gold or the pure white,
Is being used as a lining to many of
the handsome gowns or waists made
of diaphanous materials.
Among the smart buttons shown
this spring are those of cut steel, set
in colored stones. These buttons are
mounted in mother-of-pearl rims
matching the stones in color.
The craze for yelling the frock ap
pears to be as keen as ever, and near
ly every smart dress is yelled with
chiffon or fine crepon- Royal blue
yelled with black chiffon, is frequently
to be SEEN
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13

Elijah Stanton, who served over six
years in Washington's army, being
one of his bodyguards. He died in
Eatonville, Herkimer county, May 21,
1849, and his body is buried in the
Eatonville cemetery. Last week the
Daughters of the American Revolu-
ton put over his grave a suitable
marker, and the brave deeds of this
Herkimer county hero will not be
forgotten by future generations. Sa-
mantha Stanton was married to John
Nellis in 1880 and for a few years
they resided in Allegheny county.
then settled near Naples, where Mrs
Nellis has resided for over sixty
years. Her husband died in 1871.
Four children were born to the couple,
Levi, Samari, Warren and Marshall.
Of them only Warren survives and he
resides with his mother in Naples.
The nearest relative in Herkimer
county to Mrs. Nellis is Irving Eaton,
an honored resident of Little Falls.
Mrs. Nellis is a member of the Asten-
rogen Chapter, D. A. r., of Little
Falls. The members of that body
take considerable interest in her and
are always soiicitous for her health
and happiness.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
a Sand Pile Party.

An innovation in children's parties
was certainly started by a mother of
three whose babies clearly loved COM
pany. She sent cards illustrated with
''sunbonnet' babies asking a dozen
children to come in their ''rompers"
from to 5. On a bright Saturday
afternoon the merry throng appeared
to find a load of delightfully."- clean
sand; a set of sand toys for each child
and pail and shovel. There was "a
low table, tub of water with which
to mix the sand to the right cOnsis-
tency for pies; spoons, cake tins. and
shakers to sprinkle sugar" and salt"
Oh joy, there was a dish Of flour for
icing.
1t was the Jolliest, happiest party
imaginable. Sandwiches, ice cream,
cake CANCEL food) and lemonade were
served and each child took home the
sand toys for souvenirs. including the
shovel and pail.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
WORLDS Limit in Population.

Washington--It has been estimated
that the fertile lands of the globe
amount to rs, 100000 square miles, the
steppes to 100000 and the deserts
to 1000, 900. Fixing 207 persons to
the square mile for fertile lands, 10 for
steppes and one for deserts, as the
greatest population that the earth
could properly nourish, the conclusion
has been reached that, when the mum
Der OF Inhabitants reaches about 6,
900 ,OOO, 900, our planet will be peopled
to it's full capacity. If the rate of in
crease shown by recent censusef
should be uniformly maintained, 1t Is
thought that the globe would be fully
peopled about the year 2072.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
An Announcement Luncheon.

An unusually pretty luncheon was
given for a recent bride. The floral
decorations were entirely of bridal
wreath and American beauty roses.
The centerpiece was a large circle OF
bridal wreath, over which beautiful
double heart of American beauties
was suspended. At each plate was
long stemIued beauty to which was
attached a wee heart-shaped envelope
containing the cards of the happy
pair. Tall silver candlebras held pure
white candles with American beauty
shades. The favors were white satin
heart-shaped boxes, with a hand-point-
ed beauty rose and the monogram of
the couple in gold. They were filled
with heart-shaped bonbons- At the
wedding all the attendants wore coro-
nets of bridal wreath and carried
beauty roses; the crowns were all
white. 1t was a most beautiful and
striking professional
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
An Outdoor Eete.

A young woman who lived in the
country, also near the shore of one
of our great lakes, planned this happy
day for her friends.
She was entertaining a house party
of four, then she issued charming
cards bearing a SNAP" shot of the
house, with the following diversions;
from ten to twelve, tennis" zero
quet," archery" luncheon al fresco at
once; on the veranda until three; surf
bathing and beach party with picnic
supper at six, Lawn party with dan
cling at half after eight. The guests
took in all or as many of the features
as they could, all showing up at the
party The lawn was beautifully deco
rated with lanterns, fairy lamps and
several electric headlights, making 1t
a scene like fairy land.
A few stringed instruments fur
nished the music. Refreshments con
sisting of watermelons, ices. fruits
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
A "Cat" Contest.

At a party of the ''Spinsters'' club,
the host passed little programs cut
out of cardboard in shape of a cat; the
heading was Cats You Have Met" the
following questions were written; the
hostess reading the answers later.
l. A dangerous cat-Catastrophe.
. An aspiring cat-Catamount
8. A cat that swim-Catfish-
4. A cat that can fly-Catbird
5. A cat that Will be butterfiy-Cat-
erpilar.
G. a library cat-Catalogue.
Z. A cat that asks Guestions-Cate-
chism.
s A cats near relation-Catkin.
g A cat that Is good to eat-Catsup.
10. A horned cat-Cattle.
II. A cat that throws stones-Catapault
IL. A tree cat-Catalpa-
10 A water cat-Cataract.
IA. A cat that flavors the grapes
Catawba.
Is. A cat that covers acres of ground
Cataclysm.
I6 a subterranean cat-Catacomb.
II. A cat that. living, appears dead
Catalepsy-
IS. A cat priced as a gen-Catseye-
10. with cold-Catarrh-
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Novel Table Decoration.

At dinner party there was a
charming Jack Horner pie made of
pink crepe paper. the top covered
with pink carnations in the center of
the table. Pink satin ribbon went to
each place, held down by wee white
porcelain jardinere in which one pink
lily stood erect and stately; beaming
against these dainty favors were the
place cards lettered in gold. There
were nine guests and the effect of the
circle of lilies was lovely. The tiny
jardineres were filed with earth SO
the lilies did not fade. This idea may
be carried out in any flower. With the
dessert course, ribbons were pulled
revealing souvenir for each guest
done up in pink paper. They were all
characteristic of some fad of the
guest and created much merriment.
MADAME MERRI.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Beat Record Across Continent.

San F'rancisco-Lowerin all rec
ords for the walk across the continent,
Jack Eldredge, twenty-six years old,
arrived here the other day after cover
ing 1000 miles in II days Eldredge's
performance won him a purse of $4,000
offered by the Boston Athletic club for
anyone covering the 4,000-mile jaunt
within 100 days. The record for the dis
lance had been held by Edward Pay
son Weston. The II days in which he
covered the distance we're walking
days, as he rested on Sundays.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Merely a Prevarjcator.

A doctor relates the following story:
81 had a patient who was very i'll and
who ought to have gone to a warmer
climate, so 1 resolved to try what hyp-
notism would do for him. l had q
large sun painted on the ceiling of his
room and by suggestion induced him
to think it was the sun which would
cure i'm. The ruse succeeded and
he was getting better rapidly when
one day on my arrival l found he was
dead"
Did it fail, after all, then?" asked
one of the doctors hearers
NO" replied the doctor. ''he died
of sunstroke-"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
AnaIvzinu Kansas Flour.

Extensive baking experiments and
chemical analysis are being made of
the baking and other qualities of the
different commercial fiours of the
state by the milling department of
X. S. A c. Prospective flour buyers
have made numerous inquiries as to
the general character and qualities of
Kansas fours and the milling depart
ment is investigating these qualities
to see how the fiours really compare
with each other and what the average
qualities are.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Farmers Use Auto-Thresher.

Will Smith and c. w Kaiser, who
own one of the largest farms in Geary
county, have purchased an auto
thresher, the first one in this section
of the state. A siX-cylinder, 70-horse
power gasoline engine furnishes the
motive power moving the machine and
running the separator The latter is
self-feeding and stacking and all that
has to be done is get the wheat to the
machine. The speed is four miles an
hour and the machine weighs IL tons.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
An AGED Minister Dead.

Rev. W. A. Matson of Salina, SO
years old, for so years a Methodist
preacher, died at the home of his son,
w. A. Matson, cashier of tie Citizens
State bank, at Jewell City. Mr.. Mat
son also was the father of c. E. Mat
son, formerly of the Topeka State
Journal, now an editorial writer on
the Los Angeles Express. Other chill
dren are Miss Carrie Matson of the
Kansas Wesleyan University and E. E
Matson, a merchant of Smith Center
Funeral services were held at Concor
dia
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Latest Kansas Events.

Unique Scheme for Killing Hoppers-
Grasshoppers continue to do a great
damage to crops in portions of Kan
sas and many farmers are trying
schemes to get rid of them The best
plan SO far used has been invented by
Dave Gripton, a farmer northeast of
Smith Center and graduate of the ag-
ricultural college at Manhattan On the
back of a sort of sled, he stood up
right large screen and at the bottom
of this and just in front he put long
fat tank into which was poured sew
eral gallons of kerosene. Hitching his
team to this continuance he drove
through his alfalfa field and caught
five and half bushels of hoppers. Dis
turbed by the team the pests raise
in clouds and flying back against the
screen are precipitated to the kero-
sene below where they die. MIR. Grip
ton says he will repeat the operation
until he gets all the hoppers and he is
trying to induce his brother farmers
to follow his example. He says that
! if the hoppers are allowed to lay their
eggs, crops in this section will be
sure to be destroyed by them next
/ year.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Nickel Enclosed a Dollar.

Conductor Gross of Atchison, a Mis-
souri, Pacific employe, lately received
a nickel in change at Kansas City
cigar store which is a remarkable ex-
ample of craftsmanship. The center
of the nickel has been cut out and fast
ened with a hinge, this hinged door
covering a gold dollar coined in 1851
The work is done with such skill that
the hinged cover is not readily detect
ed. 1t was not detected by the dealer
who handed it out in change.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
HAS REACHED CENTURY MARK
Mrs. Samantha Stanton NeIlis, at Age
Of One Hundred. Is Still Ac-
tive and Strong.

Naples, n. Y-Mrs. Samantha Stan
ton Nellis of Naples is one of the very
few real daughters of the American
Revolution Recently she observed
her one hundredth birthday and as
she is still active and strong she
gives every indication of living many
more years of her already useful and
happy life Mrs. Nellis was born in
Fairfield, Herkimer county, January
5, 1910. Her maiden name was Sa-
mantha Stanton and her father was
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
cauqht Fish With His Hands.

While running a trot line in the
Neosho river southeast of Chanute,
Arthur Webb saw a big fish floating
lazily near the surface. He grabbed
it, catching it by the head, his
thumbs in its mouth and his fingers
in its gills on either side. The fish
fought fiercely, but webb landed it
although his hands were torn and cut
1t was 80 inches long and weighed
40 pounds.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Pratt PLANNING Revival.

Arrangements have been completed
for holding union evangelistic meet
ings in Pratt during the month of Oc-
tober in a large tabernacle to be erect
ed for that purpose. The meetings
will be conducted by the revivalist
French Oliver, and his musical assist
ants.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
WEDDING OF PRINCESS VOID
PapaI Decision Declares the RospieIi-
osi Marriage Null Because of
Former Union.

Rome-The pontifical tribunal of
the Rota has rendered a decision in
the famouse case of Princess Rospigli-
osi, formerly Mary Jennings Reid of
Washington, who after her divorce
from her first husband, NJ. Parkhurst
of Bangor, Me-, married the prince
civilly.
The papal tribunal has decided that
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Mathematical Request.

Little Mary, seven years old, was
saying her prayers. And, God" she
petitioned at the close, make seven
times six forty-eight."
why, Mary, why did you say that?"
asked her mother
"'Cause that the way I wrote it in
Examination in school today, and
want it to be right" -Lippincott's.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
A Real Argument.

They were talking about argument
not in the abstract but as applying
to domestic happiness. What do you
think is the most unanswerable ar
gument you ever heard?" one bach
elor asked a married man.
That's very easy" he replied
when your wife says, If they can
afford it we cam there is no flaw in
that-and never will be."-Youth'S
COMPANION.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
The Ready Theorist.

You see," explained the scientist,
house flies are dangerous because
they carry germs on their feet
"Ah!" exclaimed the ready theorist;
then the remedy is simple. All you
need to do is to make them wear
overshoes and leave them on the
porch when they come in"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Tvpewriters On the Farm.

The farmers in northeastern Kan
sas have become thorough business
men Many of them now have we'll
equipped offices in their homes with
office fixtures, such as steel safes, roll
top desks and typewriters. They use
printed stationery and keep books in
a concise and systematic manner.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Offer New Subjects.

The American nation, constitutional
history, industrial history, business
law and international law are, some of
the new subjects that will be offered
by the history department of the ag-
ricultural college this fall. This great
1y strengthens the department and
deals directly in the making of bet
ter citizens for Kansas.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Midland calls Or. Keyser.

The board of trustees of Midland
college announce the selection Of the
Rev. Leander 5. Keyser, D. D., for
merly pastor of St. Mary's English
Lutheran church in Atchison, as sue
cessor to DR.. Altman as president of
the Western Theological seminary, a
theological school affiliated with Mid
land. DR.. Keyser is now active in the
Lutheran ministry at Canal Dover, o.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
X. S. A. c. Engineers in Practical War

L. E. Conrad, professor of civil en-
cheering at K. S. A. c., will spend
month in the field with the junior civil
engineers before the opening of col
lege. August 21st he will take the
young engineers to the Hays expert
ment farm where they will spend two
weeks working on land and topogra-
phic surveying.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Lindsbora Bank Sold.

The Farmers State bank at Linds-
borg, which has been under the man
agement of !. E. Agrellus for many
years has just been sold to L. B. Leech
the Wamego banker. Mr.. Agrelius ex-
poets to make his home in Texas.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
a Simple Matter,

Charley. DEAR" sid Young Mrs.
Torkins, the paper says that the Pro-
hibitionists have trouble with boot
leggers.''
4 believe So
Men are so stupid! Why don't
they put a stop to it by compelling
everybody to wear low shoes?"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Orphans Home Expense About Even


The higher cost of living is not
clearly shown in the report just is
sued by the management of the State
Orphans home at Atchison, as COM
pared with the report of 1909. For the
year ending June 80, 1909, the per
capita cost of maintaining an average
of 1873 members of the home, in direct
expense, was $2O2.66, while the total
cost, including penitentiary coal, coal
purchased on special contracts, extra
ordinary repairs, etc, was 1927, go. For
1910, with an average of 100 inmates
in the home, the per capita cost Of
maintenance in direct expense was
$202.S0, while the total cost, includ-
ing coal, extraordinary repairs, etc,
was $23699.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
A Fly Damaging Kansas Corn.

The appearance of queer fly on the
corn near reading, is causing anxiety.
Reports received there say the insects
are cutting the tassels from the corn.
causing considerable damage.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13

small cakes and bonbons were served
on the porch from the dining room that
opened out on it by a series of French
doors. Automobiles met the trains
and took city guests to the station.
The men wore fannels and the girls
short dainty wash frocks at the dance
and all had glorious time.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Important TO Motners
Not His Fault.

"Oratory is a gift. not an acquire
ment,' said the proud politician, as
he sat down after an hours harangue.
81 understand" said the matter-of-
fact chairman. Were not blamin'
you. You done the best you could"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
In the Niuht School.

Teacher COT night schooD-What do
you understand by the terms life
sentence?" Give an example of one.
Shaggy-Haired Pupil pronounced
you husband and wife.-Chicago Trib-
une.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Oil Station at Manhattan.

The Uncle Sam Oil Company has
agreed to make Manhattan distribute
ing point for all of its contingent ter
ritory. Tanks will be erected at once.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Farmers to Do Their own Threshins

Because of a raise in threshing
prices, a number of the Geary county
farmers are combining and purchasing
their own threshing machines. The
threshermen are reported to have
raised their price to is cents per bush
ell, which the farmers claim they can
not pay. Therefore they will do their
own threShing.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1910-08-13
Literary Note.

do you think that poets should
never marry?"
q don't know about that. But they
should be very careful about compos-
ing love letters unless they intend to-"