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The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1910-03-12

A study of the fact that a bullet
takes an imprint of a textile fabric
through which it is fired has enabled
French criminologist to classify an
extensive series of markings to be
used as evidence.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1910-03-12

FOR SALE-Twenty-five head of
work stock, all kinda. B. MER-
KER & CO., West Pine st. 5-tf
The La Jara chronicle., 1910-03-04
SEEPAGE WATER BELONGS
TO THE DEVELOPER
District Judge So Rules in Case
of Interest to Farmers

Greeley. Colo. Feb 14-Of great
Importance, not only to the litigants
in the case. but to irrigationists all
Garrigues to-day. that seepage water
belongs to those who develop it, not
10 the river. and that the owner of
the seepage water has right to use
the river as conduit in transferr-
ing the water to other land.
The decision means the saving of
thousands of dol ars to farmers who
have built drains and bitches for con
serving and running seepage water
for use on dry land 1t was made
in the case of C. H. Ramsey against
State Engineer Jaycox Ramsey
claims the right to certain water
gathered on the farm of James Bar
ber of Evans by means of ditch
which he says drained from bluffs
above the farm. Jaycox held seep
age water was part of the river and
should be turned into the river as
part of its flow
Judge Garrigues held: That the
water in the contention is not nat
ural stream or watercourse. The land
originally was dry and arid
From artificial applications of water.
through the soil above. by building
bitches and reservoirs, the land be-
low became seeped. There was no
channel fer its escape prior to the
er reclaimed the land by ditching it
and sold the water to the plaintiff
The water was put into the river
with no intention of recapturing it,
but was put there fer carriage, and
for the express purpose of diverting
it. When the owners of the land
drained it, they had right to sell
the water they had developed. un-
less such water was a tributary to the
stream. On the north side of the
ing irrigated solely from seepage
and waste water streams. The ditch
rights which were originally used
have been sod and transferred to
new land below the ditch. and if such
waste and seepage water cannot be
taken. but must be allowed to find its
way to the river much valuable prop
erty now depending on it will be ru-
ined. There is nothing in the talk
that the building of seepage bitches
viii dry up the river. The ditch in
this contention does not interfere in
any way with the body of under
ground water sustained and holding
up the water level of the river"
Judge Garrigues held that there
was but one question in the case,
was the water a tributary Of the
river? He held that it was not, but
declared that one cannot deDlcte
streams by drawing water away from
hem or intercept an underground
channel going into the stream. or
hui i dithches along river banks TO
intercept water. The case will be
appealed
The La Jara chronicle., 1910-03-04
-. ROMEO -.
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.:
From the Record.


John McClelland has been appoint
ed, by the county superintendent, a
member of the school board to fill
the vacancy caused by C. A. Killions
removal.
Carl Sauerman, former employee
of Broad & Co. left Tuesday fer Las
Vegas, N. NJ, where he has secured a
position as clerk in store. His fam
i'y will follow in short time.
On Monday, w. l.. Head. coming
from Sioux county, Iowa, reached
Denver with his car and is due here
at any time now. He will farm the
c. A Killion place southwest of town.
The latest news from Christen Jen-
sen, who is in Little Rock, Ark,
searching for his son, Israel, is that
Christen himself is in the hospital
suffering from an attack of typhoid
fever. No trace of Israel has yet
been found.
Tue esday w. II. Jordan arrived with
his car from Edison. Nebr., and will
locate on what is known as the Boice
farm northwest of Romeo which he
recently purchased Until he can
build on his farm he viii occupy the
Hart Huffaker house in Manassa.
The La Jara chronicle., 1910-03-04
Ranches For Lease

The Menke & Carroll Realty Co.
of Antonito, Colorado, have fer
lease the coming year. 1910, six )6(
good l60-acre ranches, all under fence
on which can be grown to advantage
peas, wheat, oats, or other small
grains. Wish to lease one or all
for cash rent. For further informa-
ion in regard to the above, write us.
The La Jara chronicle., 1910-03-04
MONEY TO LOAN

Money to loan on improved farms
with good water rights. One to ten
years time. easy payments.
JOHN FULLENWIDER.
The La Jara chronicle., 1910-03-04
FOR SALE.

a registered Poland China boar
One year old, weight about $50 lbs.
Inquire of A. F. Kingsbury, three
miles north of La lara.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

press any marked qualification when a
gentleman is introduced; It Is customary
for a man tn signify his pleasure by
little phrase. such as, II am very happy
10 meet YOU Miss Sand.
A hostess invariably rises TO receive
an introduction to either a man or
woman. A woman should not rise when
q man is presented to her; neither Is II
necessary when she is one OF group
TO whom a person Is introduced. II Is
always courteous TO rise when woman
very much older than she is presented.
Now suppose that you have failed TO
understand the name OF the stranger;
You should, as soon as possible 70 aFolu
embarrassment later on. ascertain the
name by a polite question: Win you hot
tel me whom / have the pleasure Of
meeting. for / was unpardonably slupiu
in not hearing your manner or some III
tie explanation will sufilce.
ANY introduction made IN a pubic
place does not require recognition att
erward. A casual presentation that Is
made without any expressed wish on
either persons part does not entail
the obligation of a renewal OF the &C
ouaintance The introduction that has
resulted in a friendly conversation ano
discussion Of affairs needs the Iuture
acknowledgment Of each person:
After ali, the spontaneous cordiality OF
our manners should be the structure
around which these social customs
should be built. The happy woman Is
she who can combine them in clever pro-
portions.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Serving Fruits

Dear Mrs Adams
]. What is the proper way to serve apples and
other fruits az q ANAL paTtyi
Z In ordering AZ q restaurant, should the lady
CT gentleman order hrstf
;. In ieaying restaurant, should the lady OF
gente-aan leadf
main IN the room when l receive gentlemen
ealeTsi XZ
l. Fruit served in salad form is very
nice, or the whole fruit may be served.
although the latter way does not lend
itself TO graceful treatment.
2 It is always well to allow the gen.
tleman TO do the ordering for both.
3. When leaving a restaurant, the lady
precedeS the gentleman as they are
leaving the dining room. The gentleman
steps forward to open the door. II there
Is no porter there to do so.
4. II is not necessary for your mother
20 remain in the room all evening She
should, however, some time in the even
ing come into the room to speak TO
your caller.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
When Dancing

Dear Mrs Adams
1. What you'd be the correct thing to say
10 a boy who insisted calling a KirI
affectionate names while dancing with heF3
Would she DO right TO refuse 70 finish the
dance with him7
2 Is it proper for three girls. all over
is years OF age, to entertain seven bows
at card party. two Of them being their
brothersS
4 When two girls are dancing together.
is Il proper for two boys 70 stop them and
ask for the dance TWINS.
/. She should remind him of the fact
that he was overstepping the line of
friendship and request him 10 stop. II
he persisted, she would be perfectly
justified in refusing TO finish the dance.
2 If the girls parents are willing, II
would be all night. A much pleasanter
evening would be spent If an equal
number OF boys and girls were present
g. The word "kid" Is a slang term
which is never used by a Well-bred
person,
1. It would be very rude for the boys
20 stop the girls: they should wait until
the dance is finished and then ask them
for the next. It is hardly fail. however,
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Solutions to Social Problems

Monday January ID, go to 5. Clifton Hall"
] neither sent q note Of acceptance nor de-
elination, and cid not attend the reception
member Of my family was Ill at the
time. Might use that as q reason. or is IL
too late for redress? Mrs. J. j. L
II Is never too late 10 be courteous,
but the sooner you make your apologies
the better. Call upon the woman who
extended the invitation, and give her
your reasons for neglecting your duty.
able excuse to offer.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Tired of His Company.

Dear MIS-, ADAMS.
am II years OF age and have been allow
ing 8 gentleman TO call on me every san
pany and want 20 know how l can tell
him to discontinue his visits without hurt.
ing his feelings.
PBRPLExED IMOGENE.
1t is TOO pad you allowed the young
man TO call on you regularly, but now
tired of his attentions there IS nothing
for you to do but be honest with him.
Tell him that you think you are too
young for him TO call regularly, but
that you still wish to claim him as q
friend
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

= When girl meets a young man On the
street aecidental!ys and he accom- psnies hor
into the house? A READER
Would you feel comfortable if you de-
ceived your mother7 I can assure you
that you would not be very happy. I
am certain that she will not force you
10 go out with the young man OF Is.
You are such a child to fall in love
Why not occupy your mind with things
suitable TO your age and forget about
the man to whom your mother objscts7
2. 1t Is proper. but not really neces-
sary for you to do so.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Il Birthday Party.

Dear Mrs. Adams.
4 VIII YOU please tell me through the
PAPER how TO write an invitation to boy.
using large wordsf
3 What Is usually served at birthday par
Until what time should the guests
stay7 They are from II years % ~ years
let me tell you that the simplest
words are always the best 10 use at all
times. II your party is 10 be informal.
write your friends personal notes ask
ing them to come 10 your party. 1t IS
IN much better form not to mention IN
the Invitation that the party Is in honor
~ vour birthday, so that the guests will
not feel obliged to bring gifts.
2 The birthday cake Is always In evil
dence. Sandwiches, ice cream and
csndy are very nice refreshments 70
serve.
8 From to 10 o'clock is the proper
time for holding a party for boys and
girls of the age you mention
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Dandruf Cure.

UeaF Ms. SymAs-
cure dandrufI7 II not Ist me know Of
something that viii.
Ine skin on my nose seems very dry, aa6
X has a shiny aDpesra1cs. Powder scales
Oh when rus 81 or VIII you kindly pub
iish something that viii helm mes
READER
Castor oil has proved itself to be z
sure cure for dandruff In many cases.
and know OF nothing better 10 advise
you to use
II you will rub olive oil on your moss
your skin will be soft and smooth
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

get rid OF the hair. but I have bssn told
It Ii very dangerous to use on the flesh
JESS"
The electric needle is the only ming
which viii remove super1uous hairs.
/ could give you a depilatory to re-
move them for time, but the hairs
viii grow back again coarser and
thicker than ever. You may be able
10 bleach the hairs, making them
less noticeable by using a solution OF
half peroxide and half water. Car
bOlic acid would be dangerous
thing TO use, for II burns the skin
and may leave a scar.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Feels Sighted

DtdT Ms hUdIIs.
am a Young married woman and am
very unhappy al times nv husband goes
TO church snd all the Il 'iere make a
fuss over him. and Wh. Tie. are around
he hardly speaks to NE. ! am not jealous
but think they al slight me- and / feel
so badly that I think I shall stay awav
from church / am very backward. and
would Ike your advice.
A FRIEND IN NEED.
The fact that you are backward may
be the cause of all your unhappiness
Do not allow the girls TO slight you.
Enter into their spirit and get Just as
much fun out OF the occasion as they
do. You would make q big mistake
IL you stayed away from church. Go
with your husband, so that you may
both mingle With the same friends.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

Dear Mrs Adams.
J. VIII you please tell me II x Is proper
70 invite either boys or girls TO party.
having only met them once OF twice.
provided my folks know their parents7
2. Is Il all right for nv mother 10 invite
boys and girls 70 my party whom / have
never met. but she knows their Darents7
j an * ANXIOUS.
/. Perfectly proper.
2. Yes; a mother rarely makes mis-
takes in choosing companions for her
children.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Continae the Lessons

Dear MIS-. Adams
/ am a young girl Is years Of age and
have been taking lessons from young man
for some time he is five years my senior
and always acted as q teacher should
towards his scholar until a few months
ago He has displayed jealousy ana has
used endearing terms toward ne and vet
I think he does not love me. but considers
me child. do not love him, but would
with him. TROITRI ~
Why don't you have one OF your
parents speak TO the teacher, so that be
will treat you with proper dignity? II
will then be more comfortable for you
to be In his presence
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
In Need of Massage

Dear Mrs. Symes.
], My neck Is rather thin. the bones are
quite prominent IN places. VIII you give
me q remedy TO fatten tt1
{. Ny arms are thin and would like you
20 give me something to give them a proper
shape.
8 NV bust Is rather nat. Have you q
remedy for IT. x. Y. z.
Massage with cocoa butter is my an
swer TO all three of your questions. To
develop your neck and bust, deep breath
ing viii do much for YOU
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

times, and il Viii surprise you to no
tice how strong these win grow.
Head backward. bend! This gives
the throat and the muscles OF the
chest their proper work A very sim
pie exercise, but it is necessary fer
the complete stretching OF the body.
Now mark a point upon the wall
just beyond your reach. Face the
wall, and on the toes rise. and stretch
the arms toward the mark Repeat
this exercise. and as you are able 10
touch the point. move II up the wall
always a little beyond. The fact that
you can reach height that was unat-
tainable in the past is proof OF the
benefit derived
As a final exercise, raise the hodv
from the floor by means Of a horizon
tai bar and reach with the feet toward
the floor This Is excellent for develop-
ing and lengthening the body, and need
not be Of such long duration as the
other STEPS.
I know positively that many persons.
by following rules quite similar 70 these.
have increased their height In four
months. Your determination Is an that
is required TO add few inches 10 your
stature. II Is worth a trial. and I
promise you the most satisfactory re-
suits.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
ACKNOWLEDGING INTRoDUC-
TONS

T(HIS is a very important question.
and I am going TO suggest few
things 10 help you. A guest is
not al liberty to refuse an intro
duction made by host or hostess. even
though the person presented be an en-
envy. IL Is a question OF the decision
between ignoring for the short time
any unfriendly feelings or making your
entertainer extremely uncomfortable.
The first course is the better. Bow po-
litely in a dignified manner and tact
fully avoid any further intercourse.
A hostess extends her hand in her
own house &c the person who is pre-
Eented IN other cases women bow
slightly and repeat the name Of the one
presented. A woman never should ex-
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
In Unfathfal Lover.

am q years old and was engaged 70 a
young man Of q Now he Is going with
an old sweetheart OF his. I wrote him a
letter. but never cot an answer and I
never zee him any more. ] like him very
much and would like to know what to
Go so that he viii come TO see me again.
HEART BROKEN
1 know how your heart is aching, but
the man does not seem 10 be worthy OF
your love and consideration. If he treats
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
ADVICE ON SOCIAL CUSTOMS

went with 4 middie-aged lady as chap
said, HCw 90 you DOR ana never came
near me 10 ask me to dance nor 20 In
troduce me 20 any one. AS / Was not
acquainted with any one present you can
imagine how I felt, Would IL have been
proper for me 20 make him speak 20 me7
grossly insult young giri7
AMANDA ".
1t would not have been proper for
you TO force yourself upon your cousin.
his treatment was not at ali manly, and
cannot understand why he was SO
rude.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Difference in Religion

Dear Mrs. Adams
J.. ] am younG girl Of 1s and am in lows
5eets TO my going with him on account OF
difference in our religion. I 20 with a
young man OF l9 whom I do not care for
but my mother wants me 10 continue going
with him, as she thinks a great deal OF
him. Do you think II would Be proper for
me TO go with the former man without nv
mothers knowiedge3
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
ANSWERS TO BEAUTY QUERIES

~ WING to the great amount OF
mail received and the limited
space given this department,
IT is absolutely impossible 10
answer letters in the Sunday issue
following their receipt. The letters
must be answered in turn, and this
ofttlmes requires three or four weeks.
All correspondents who desire an
immediate answer must inclose a self
addressed stamped envelope for a re-
ply. This rule must also be complied
with in regard to personal letters
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Making the Engagement
Mrs. Adams.

- EAR Mrs. Adams
When q gentleman asks a lady 10
H. accompany him to the theater GER
tain evening and is refused because OF an
ensZa cement for that date, but expresses tne
desire for some evening in the future " ~
the place OF the lady 20 say what date
would be convenient or should the gentle
man ask for some date that would oe suit
IT would be better for the gentleman
TO suggest a date and ask the lady II II
will be convenient for her.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Lifting the Hat

Dear MIS- Adams
What Is young man required TO do
when he meets a lady friend and tips his
hat then meets her again short while
efterward7 Is he required 70 tip his hat
the second time, or what IL be supposed
70 dor A CONSTANT READER.
He should lift his hat every time he
meets the young lady.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Superfaoas Hair.

DeaT MIS-. SyfneS.
Could you suggest remedy for the per
manent removal OF superhuous hair on the
upper iip2 II is so annoying and seems to
have been greatly aggravated By the use OF
a hair remover. The electric needle - too
expensive. 50 / would appreciate any advice
that ! thought Of trying carbolie acid 20
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Courts Anoiher WomGn

Dear Mrs. Adams.
I am in love with q young man and
went with him for eight months. He told
me he was true 10 me. but I know he
has been calling on a grass widow. Shall
NARY SMITH
II the young man is not engaged To
you, there Is no reason why he should
jealousy get the better Of YOU. II YOU
care for his company, let him continue
10 call on Won.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Whose Turn?

When l moved In this reighborhood one Of
the neighbOrs called and / was not st homo.
She left her card. / returned her call in two
weeks time and she was not at home. 50 I
left my card. Who's place Is It to make the
next calf ANN ARBOR.
Won
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Travelling the Stairs

Dear Mrs Adams.
Is Il proper for = gentleman 70 precsde
lady when going up or down stairs2
STUB
The man should be In a position 20
render assistance to the woman: there
fore, he should precede her when gong
downstairs and she should precede him
when going up.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

THINK that nearly ali women have
IN thelr hearts the wish TO be "di-
Il Finely tall" Grace IS generally asso-
eiated with height that does not bor-
Ger on the extreme. and 10 those who
wish to increase their height I am giving
q rev exercises that will make the ideal
q httle more attainable.
1t Is possible TO stretch the muscles
through exercise. and the fact is indu-
oitaole Tnat through continuous move
ment the different portions OF the body
can be percephbly heightened. If the
faithful drill he given every day. morn
ing and evening. II you possibly can
manage it. there will be a gratifying
proof of the efficacy Ct this method.
Inc Tree and easy movement OF all
parts OF the body Is important; there
Tore l advise a special suit. II this be
impossible, divest yourself OF all tight
clothing as the preliminary step.
NOW bend he body slowly forward.
with arms extended, and touch the toes
With the Angertips. At least try to do
this for you viii find that this is not a
feat easily performed However, do not
despair, for by constant practice a fiexi-
bility or the trunk muscles viii be at
tanned. and you VIII find that each few
days will bring you nearer the goal.
With hands on the hips. to insure
easy balance. rise on the toes just as
high as possible. This stretches the
leg muscles. Repeat ten or twenty
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Freckies and CroTgs-Feet

Dear Mrs. Svnes
Please tell me something to get 20 fsks
freckles from my face 50 that they will not
come hack again.
What will Jake crow's-feet from under
my eyesf ELIZABETH
This recipe has proved very valuabls
10 persons who have been afflicted with
obstinate freckies:
OMQe OF ENC ..................... = dram
T Tss.oI.oe OF notn..'......-.--..- = dram
SSAhaHo ~ QIAIlla
Glycerine .-.......................... IL drains
spread the paste upon the freckIes az
night before going TO bed. In the morning
remove what remains with a little powdered
borax and sweet oil
Late hours. worry and lack of care
are all causes of crow s-feet To get
Tia OF them you must have plenty OK
steep, avoid all worry and massage ths
SKIN once day with the skin food for
which the recipe is here given:
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Who Precedcs?

DeaF Mrs. Adanns
Is II proper for & gentleman when going
down the aisle in a thester 70 preceds tho
lady when the usher is ahead7 NJ. D. x.
The lady precedes the gentleman, both
following the usher.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

Dear Mrs Symes
WIN YOU please give me some renssg
can use for goose flesh? / have lssd
cold cream 8 great deal but with no good
Results. BRAVE HEART.
Battle the affected parts with soan
and water and then apply olive oil.
rubbing II well into the skin.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Poor Complexion and CncuIG-
ton

DeaF NEE. tyEle8.
Nv complexion IL sallow and my circu-
istion poor. I am rather thin. and wish
you would recommend something which
would benefit me CORA H..
Iong7 II SO. you cannot expect the
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Celandine Leaves,

Dear Mrs. Symes
VIII you kindly let ne know how 70 pre-
pare and use ceiaadins leaves. ana II ey
constant use they viii permanently destroy
superduous hatr9
A CONSTANT READER
To make depilatory. take one ounce
or celandine leaves TO one pint Of hot
water and apply to the hairy surface in
q pouitice form. Use once a day. Ths
leaves will not destroy the hairs per-
msnently; the electric needle is the only
thing which viii have q lasting eject
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

been troubled with these for two years.
When do get rid OF the pimples. scars
remain. BARE
You will find the following recipe for
e lotion very beneficial;
Lotion for Blackheads
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

Half nil saucepan with boiling water.
stand q jam Jar in this Shred the wan
and sDermaceti into the Jar. Let Il dissolve
Heat almond oil and add to the wax. Heat
orange flower water. add TO IL half tea
spoonful at 4 time. stirring the mixture
quickly Lift the Jar out OF the saucepan.
Beat mixture with the whisk. Heat and
ado oil OF sweet orange Whisk cream until
parrhuant
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20
Quite Rude

Dear Mira Adams.
I am a young girl IS years old. A short
time ago a second cousin OF mine gave me
two tickets 70 attend dance and told me
he would see that I had pleasant time.
The Washington herald., 1910-03-20

you cruelty now, what would life De
In years 10 come? Try 20 forget him,
and some day the right person viii
love.