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The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1910-07-01
PLAYS AND PLAYERS.

Paul Armstrong; new play is called
"In the Deep Purple"
Gertrude Millington has replaced
Adele Richie in ''The Girl in the
Taxi. -
Frank Daniels viii continue to play
next season in 'The Belle of Brit
tany."
Early in the fall J. w Dodson will
resume his tour in the House next
Door
One of the stars of the coming sta
son viii be Clayton White in "Get
Rich Quick Will.ngford .
Laurette Taylor viii begin a season
in New York early this autumn in
The Girl in Waiting.
Eugene Blair is heading a stock
company at the historic Walnut Street
theatre n Philadelphia.
The Shuberts are to build theatre
in San Francisco. They will also have
a new theatre in New York
Cohan & Harris will porduce the
first aviation play, The AVIATOR by
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1910-07-01
Stray Topics from Little Old New York


New York is getting to be quite an
old town and It is interesting to find
right in the business part of the city
amid forest of skyscrapers, reminis-
cences of the earliest history of the
town. The other day an interesting
historical spot n the lower part of the
present city was marked with a tablet
to commemorate the first Dutch school
of the settlement. The exact location
Of the school could not be ascertained
from the records available, but it stood
somewhere near Bowling Green, on a
piece Of ground now occupied by the
Produce Exchange building The tab
let which was placed upon the wall Of
the exchange building by the New
York Schoolmasters Club, is Of bronze
and contains an inscription stating
that near that spot the first school in
New York was opened by the Dutch
schoolmaster, Adam Roelantsen, in
1888. The log house was also the home
of the schOOlmaster.
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1910-07-01
around Manhattan ana the occupants
came near being killed

around MdHHdiJdH anu the occupants
came near being killed.
The recklessness and foolhardiness
of healthy youngsters is sometimes in
credible, and it is wonder that more
Of them are not killed as a result of
their daring. The other day several
boys were playing n the streets of
Yonkers, when one of the little fellows
dared his playmate, a boy of four
hang out of the window by his hands.
''When we tell you to let go, drop,
and wen catch you,' said the older
boys. A moment later a little boy was
seen hanging from a window sill on
the third floor He was about to drop,
when several women warned him to
hold on. say NO that if he let go he
surely would be killed Being an I'M
usually sturdy youngster he managed
to maintain his hold until a man ran
up to the third floor and pulled him in.
A wholesale jobber in dress goods
came to this city from Detroit the
other day to capture certain men, who
in conspiracy with some Of his clerks,
had robbed him of goods valued at sew
eral thousand dollars As he explain
ed to the police authorities the plan
Of the thieves, it was quite orig.na
and daring. One Of the dishonest
clerks of the Detroit house sent sam
pies of dress goods to his confederates
in New York. They selected what they
wanted and the Detroit clerk would
steal the material and send it to his
confederates in New York. The job
Der noticed that his stock was rapidly
disappearing and after a quiet investi-
cation had his dishonest clerks arrest
ed Then he came to New York in the
hope of locating the confederates.War-
rants were issued for their arrest.
Some Of the old buildings in the bus
mess district of the lower side of West
Manhattan seem to he exceedingly
flimsy and insecure structures. Most
of them were built about thirty or for
ty years ago, during boom period,
end the contractors did not waste much
time to make the buildings substan-
tial. About five years ago one of these
old buildings collapsed after a small
explosion on the top floor, and more
than sixty persons were killed The
other day the brick front of another
old building at Park Place and West
Broadway collapsed without warning
but fortunately the rest of the build
ing did not follow Immediately, giving
the numerous tenants time to leave
the dangerous structure. BY order of
the commissioner of buildings the tot
tering structure was pulled down af-
ter everybody was in safety. 1t has
been known for some time that many
of these old buildings, which are most
| " used by manufacturing establish
ments using heavy machinery, were in
an unsafe con litiOn, and it is hoped
| that the authorities will take energet-
| ic measures to enforce the cOndemna-
ton of these old man-traps, which are
a disgrace to that part of the city and
| should have been torn down and re-
| placed by modern structures long ago.
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1910-07-01
REDUCED RATES
VIA
YAzOO & MISSISSIPPI VALLEY
RAILROAD.

Tickets to the following points on
sale daily June l, to September 30, in
elusive with final limit good returning
up to Oct. 81. Liberal stop-overs al
1Oy-n1
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1910-07-01

The recent accomplishments of av-
iators and balloonists in Europe and in
America seem to have fired the ambi-
ton of countless embryo nav.gators of
the air perfect aviation craze has
broken out, and there is scarcely day
on which one or more of these amateur
Curtisses, Wrights and Hamiltons 10
seem to have no better luck than the
aviators, and during the past week
several derigibles were wrecked in ana
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1910-07-01

The relations between cause and eff
feet are sometimes absurdly d-spro-
portionate The clerk of hotel in Mt.
Vernon had to go to the hospital for
repairs the other day, because the
bones of his right hand had become
disIocated and some of the Hgaments
strained by the vigorous handshake
given him by a friend whom he had
not seen for many years. On the same
day, a boy of four years, while play
ing with toy airship, leaned too far
ont of the window and fell to the side
walk fifty feet below, without reeeiv-
ing any injuries more serious than a
Slight confusion of one of his legs.
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1910-07-01

There are ministers who are among
journals are among newspapers. They
may mean well, but their methods are
sensational to such a degree that they
lose the dignifed character which
should be inseparable from the speech
and acts of ministers of the gospel
The dangers of such methods are clear
ly illustrated by The experience of a
minister in Tompkinsville, Staten Is
land, which placed that gentleman in
an unenviable position. To give great
er force to a sermon on the evils Of
drinking, smoking and gambling which
he intended to deliver 70 his congrega-
ton the other spnday, the minister
procured a keg YeaI, some bottles
of strong liquor, Al boxes Of Gig
ars ana cigarette ccme dice, all
of which he open ~ upon the
altar before his congregation. The eff
feet Of this display was not all that
the pastor had expected. In various
ways he showed that he knew a great
deal less about the Corpora delecti"
than the members of his flock who
seemed quite familiar with "booze
and "eraps" terms which the minister
ha1 evidently never hear |. The major
ity # the members simply giggled Ger
the blunders Of their pastor, while
Others were shocked over the frivo-
lous display and the sermon fell abso-
lutely fiat.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
SPEAKS WELL FOR OFFICIALS

The report Of Mr.. Bienvenu, the expert
accountant employed to examine the books
OF the parish officials, will be found in the
Police Jury proceedings on the local page.
1t is gratifying to note that notwithstanding
the prevalence of lax system, not single
discrepancy was discovered in the accounts
Of any official.
Mr.. Bienvenu's investigation has been
very thorough and he has not hesitated to
condemn deficiency where methods were
found inadequate for the protection of the
peoples interests, and the result has been
the adoption by the Police Jury of recon-
mended system that will place before that
body at each monthly meeting an up-to-date
statement of the financial standing of the
parish, for the information of any member.
The system, while thorough, is not intricate,
and the members are to be complimented
on their effort to place the affairs of the
parish on business system that brings it in
line with the best in the State.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
Folsom Notes

| Louis David, of Covington, spent Sunday here.
L. r. Reevis left Monday for New Orleans, where
he will spend awhile.
Miss Alma Magee spent Saturday and Sunday
with home folks.
Miss Nina Gabrielle, of Covington, spent Sunday
here, the guest of her sister, Mrs. E. Gaude.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. A. Hood aud son, Otta of On.
vile, were here Sunday afternoon.
Misses Katie and Hester McDougall spent the day
here Saturday.
L. A. jenkins visited Covington Monday after.
noon.
Little Miss Susie Freshman, of New Orleans, spent
the day here Sunday at Mrs. B. T. Springs.
S. D. Buoch, of Covington, spent few days here.
d. Pittiam, of McDougall, has moved his family
here.
G. M Fendlason visited Covington Wednesday,
Sidney Raglan returned Tuesday, after spending q
few days with relatives at Abita Springs.
Mrs. T. Guzman spent Tuesday afternoon in Cow
ington.
Mrs. Stellar, of Onville, spent the day here
Wednesday, guest of Mrs. j. D. McClain.
j. B. Crumb. of New Orleans, was business
visitor here Wednesday.
c. E. Fan spent the past week in Folsom in the
interest of the Chicago Portrait Company.
in Folsom the guest of his sister, Miss Willie Cane.
J. P. Rausch spent Wednesday in Folsom.
W. H. Gabrielle visited Covington Saturday.
W. II. Sullivan was business visitor here TneS-
day.
DR.. Powell visited Covington Tuesday
Mrs. L. A. Jenkins spent Wednesday afternoon in
Covington.
Mr.. Wadsworth, of Covington, was Folsom
visitor Wednesday.
Mr.. Reed, of Abita Springs, spent Wednesday
here with his brother. p M. Reed
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
BAYOU LaCOmbe Notes.

Miss Eva Todd is spending several weeks witt
friends in Covington
Mr. Battles visited New Orleans, Sunday.
Messrs. Berry and Ira Todd paid flying visit tt
Slidell, Saturday.
Those who received comic valentines wish to thank
their thoughtful friends who remembered them or
the fourteenth they realize and appreciate the fact
that word to the wise is sufficient, and will try to
profit by the advice given
Mrs. John A. Todd spent Tuesday and Wedne sday
with her son. at Bonfouca.
Mr.. Scarborough. of Biloxi has accepted a situa-
ton with Mr.. Berry Todd. at Bayou Lacombe.
Mr.. Davidson of Slidell, down on business
Tuesday
Mr. Joseph Todd spent Sunday in Vaudeville and
Covington, visiting friends
Misses Pear Mold and Wessie Lansing entertained
a few friends with a candy making contest, Satur-
night, at the home of the former.
Mr.. John Davis visited the Crescent City Mon
day.
Mr.. John Todd, Of Bonfouca, visited the Rayou,
on business, Tueseay.
Mr.. Berry Todd has begun the erection of MB new
saw mill The many friends of Mr.. Todd wBtb him
the best of success in his new enterprise.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
Abita News and Society Notes.
BY OUR ABITA CORREsPoNDENT

BY OUR ABITA CORRESPONDENT.
The many friends of Miss Mae Mchaelis are de-
lighted to see her home again, after lengthy stay
Mr.. D. W. sinms, Of New Orleans, was among
our business visitors last week.
Miss Anna Leonard has returned to her rome in
Abita, Corner Main and Laurel, after week spent
in New Orleans with friends
Mr. G. E. Millar visited the Crescent City on Fri
dav.
Mr. Oliver Klausen and sister, Miss Annie, visited
relatives here Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Brown, of New Orleans visited rea-
tives here on Sunday.
Mr. J Salzer, ST., was in Abita on Sunday.
The friends of Miss Gertrude Leonard will mass
her during her stay in New Orleans.
Master Leonard Remmers is stopping as the guest
Mrs. Bowmen and mother, of New Orleans, spent
Sunday in Abita with friends.
Among our future residents are Mr.. and Mrs.
Guidry, of North Slide. Mr.. Guidry is the agent of
the N. O. G. N.
The Little friends of Miss Mae Brown and her
brother, Master Ferdinand, will greatly miss tn cir
companionship Little Miss Mae and brother left
Sunday evening for New Orleans, where they will
attend school.
Mr.. and Mrs. John c. Raglan are the happy par
ents OF fine boy born to them on February 16.
MISS Mary Sire has returned from visit to rela-
Mr.. VA. Fabian, of New Orleans, was in Abita,
Sunday.
Mr.. Archie Hall spent Sunday in Abita with rela-
tives
Mr.. G. Smith, of Vaudeville, was the guest of his
brother, Mr.. L. Smith, last week.
Mrs. MORN, ST.. has returned from New Orleans.
Mrs. l.. Holmes and little daughter, Alma, of New
Orleans spent Sunday in Abita.
MRS Lorlo and daughter have returned to their home
IN Abta, after being away on visit to relatives.
Capt. }. A. Alpeunte, of Covington, visited here
Mr.. Smith, of Mandeyille, spent Tuesday in Abita
with relatives.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
Vaudeville Notes.

| Mr.. Tom Ellis visitd New Orleans Thursday.
Miss Alice She'll is visiting her parents and will
| remain several days with them.
Mr.. Tom Ellis, brother of Hon. Harvey Ellis will
his charming wife will locate in Vaudeville, and al
here extend them hearty welcome.
Mr.. Felix Joseph, of New Orleans, was visitor
to our town last week.
The Rest Awhile is nearing completion. The
building is looking entirely new.
w Ms Dykssmaa ST. was guest of Mr. and Mrs
Mr.. Frank Wise visited his mother Sunday, return
ing to New Orleans the same evening.
Dr.; and Mrs. Alonzo returned from their golden
wedding trip and are at home to their many friends
Mrs. Bauman is the guest for several days of the
Misses Frosch on Marigny avenue.
The friends of Mr.. and Mrs. John Favoron and
his family extend them them their deepest sympathy
in the loss of their little daughter. Arthemise.
Miss Mary Pickney was among the teachers that
attended the parish meeting Of teachers and is to be
compimented with the other members of the coop
eratve league for the courteous way she entertained
the guests.
Mr.. and Mrs. T. Wolf and the Misses Mariqutta,
Terencia and Elise spent few days in Vaudeville.
Mr.. John L. Smith and Miss Eunice are visiting
Dr. and Mrs. Dulhon in Lafayette.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
cHAI,L WE TRY FOR 1T ?

W. learn that the Masons OF this State
~ i contemplation the erection OF Ma
I'll aor;c Temple. Their buildings are unlver
III architectural masterpieces. Such
go. ..a+,,ro would not only be an ornamental
=. .s n r. Coyington, but would bring US in
a s.stact with gatherings Of men OF great IN
s ansnce who would be of benefit to us So
c;ally and in business way.
s'H TIC Masons, in selecting sight for their
], II. - will no doubt be governed by the
pulluns advantages offered by the location.
Q, iii not be Influenced solely by mer-
ines financial considerations, for they
20 u financially independent lhereiofe'
aa Ia coyington may not pc IN a posltlon
Wnlls ~ IN the material aid or indueement OF
70 oiie l.,sar sections, she can offer some
some " = Far more value, not to be pur-
s shased elsewhere with money s, ,,oon,o osna-
cnass Z well known that many Pee people, espe-
y e, Y .S M IN the meridian OF life are very
claily 10J = change in water especially
SENSITIVE = exist, and large gatherings
where mp ~, come cases Of serious illness
always as e cause. A stranger may drink at
from e ns or any water supply IN loving
any fou ns,t the least danger Of discontinue
tor Witn0 I'D Our waters are absolutely
If any kl', Innate is the healthiest in the
uure w, .-ssr,unity from disease and cpl
oE y. III lakes it safe place Tor the eongre,
dss1 |s y people, free from quarantine at all
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26

eunder man." We would all do well to help Mr.
Corwine in his altrustic work. and to try to win the
smile and kindly thought that seems willingly falls
to charm of Mr.. Corwine's sunny, beautiful nature
The ladies are more than gratiied at the success
their efforts have won, and thank the public for help
ing them to help the brave men, the fire boys, who
protection of our lives and our houses They extend
their cordial thanks to Mr. w. G. Evans and the ho-
tel management for the many courtesies and benefits
Tammany Farmer and the Covingthn Daily Journal.
for SO generously and ably advertising their perform
ances.
The ladies also wish to express their sincere ap-
probation of the services of the gentlemen of the
Fire Co., who formed the reception committee.
These gentlemen were, H. J. Ostendorf chairman.
Louis J. Smith, Ed, Kentzel, Lawrence Bourgeois,
Hook & Ladder N. FitzSimons, John Huff, jacob
Seller, Chemical; Anatole Beaucoudray, James Con
naughton, Leon Beaucoudray, Jefferson.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
TO OPEN PASS CHEF MENTEuR

! The opening Of channel that will shorter
a commercial route twenty miles means tn,
saving of many thousands Of dollars annu
ally to to the people. Nothing less than alb
solute impracticability should interfere will
such project, and the people of this sec
will be heartily in accord with the senti
ments expressed in the following by one
who is thoroughly conversant with the con
ditions to be affected:
The people Of Covington and the surround
ing territory will be glad to learn that q
public hearing will be held before Lieuten.
ant Colonel Lansing H. Beach, u. S. Engi-
neer, in charge Of Waterway improvements
in the U. S. Customhouse building, New
Orleans, at ten o'clock Monday morning,
February %.
The opening Of this pass SO that water
Transportation can be handled through it,
miles between Lake Pontchartrain and the
Mississippi River, will be of great benefit to
all of the shipping on Lake Pontchartrain.
The Louisville and Nashville Railroad have
thus far been successful in combating the
many interests which demand the plac-
ing Of draw in the bridge at this point, and
it is hoped that Colonel Beach will see the
necessity of not delaying this matter further
and will submit favorable report to the
Department at Washington.
The commerce which now seeks to shorten
the route by going through the Chef is
forced to take the present long route by way
of the Rigolets, at a large increase of time
and cost.
This Pass is deep navigable stream, and
there is no reason at all that could possibly
be advanced why the railroad should not be
forced to install draw.
One Of the momentous questions today, of
more interest almost than any other through
out the United States, is protecting, main
tanning and improving our national water
ways.
We hope that the United States Government
will order this bridge installed at as
early date as possible, thereby removing
constant barrier and handicap to the ship
ping interests of this vicinity, and at the same
time, giving it an impetus that will rebound
to the benefit of all doing freighting and
towing between the Lakes and the Missis-
sippi River.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
Tom COrWine.

The second of the series of Lyceum attractions
| presented to the people of Covington by the Wo
mems Progressive Union met with cordial recep
ton Wednesday night at the Southern did the
first number. There was good crowd out, despite
the fact that there was another show in town, and
that the weather was undecided whether to furnish
moonlight or darkened skies and downpour.
| Mr.. Tom Corwine presented remarkable enter
tainment, and one that kept his audience well anus
ed for an hour and ahalf, Mr.. Corwine's gift of
the power of imitation is wonderful one, and is pre-
fectlv unaccountable, even to himself. 1t seems
marvellous that man equipped with only the ordina-
ry complement OF organs possessed by all human be-
widely dissimiar and out of keeping with the human
vocal cords. The limitations given familiar
sounds, and best among them was that of saw mill
the buzz and scratch of a circular going the
length of both smoorh and knotty log. We all
know just how this does sound, and l do not
think Mr.. Corwine's imitation could have been de-
tected had it been given along with with the real.
His animal sounds were also perfect, and his goose
conversation enllvened as it with Mr. Corwine's
humorous chat about these human like traits, was
excellent and most amusing.
Another of Mr.. Corwine's remarkable gifts is his
power to improvise music as he plays it, and during
his performance he several times displayed this very
brilliantly by limitations of young performers just
turned from finishing school, and showing their ac-
complishments in concerts.
These musical selections Mr.. Corwine composed
just he went along, and he does not know how or
bly, repeat them if he tried That Mr.. Corwine is
talented in musical way clearly and pleasantly
demonstrated by the rendering of several very sweet
selections on the zitha. One composed Mr..
Corwine played it, in perfect imitation of Hunga-
rian Band aid another the welcome, sweet
sweet strains of "Annie Laurie and the dear IA
miar notes of "Our Old Kentucky Home All
were well received by the still and listening audience
whose very quiet an attention attering to Mr..
Corwine and his earnest effort to please them.
We cannot close review of Mr.. Corwine and
his wonderful work, without speaking of his sunny
bright nature full of the charity to and the love for
men, His one aim in life is to make the people
augh to help them out the dark places, and make
them see the light of kindness that God intended
hem to see.
In his little chat in ending his performance Mr..
answering smile, and always, always to help the
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26
CoVington Society Notes.
BY OUR SOCIETY EDITOR.

Mr. and Mrs. F. C. Loret; ff5rnfsff ol
Covington but now of New Orleans, were
the Sundy guests of Mr.. William Badon on
l21st avenue. Mr.. and Mrs. Loret intend
returning to Covington to live.
Mr.. Clay Riggs, of Vaudeville, was the
guest, Sunday, of Mr.. and Mrs. Whitiker
Riggs.
DR.. and Mrs. L. Abbott, of New Orleans,
were the guests of Mr.. and Mrs. w. Riggs
at their home on 21st avenue, Saturday and
Sunday.
Prof. Brady, of Ramsay, was in Coving-
ton Sunday.
Miss Nina Gabrielle spent Sunday in Fol-
som, the guest Of Mr.. and Mrs. E. Gaudet.
Mrs. Chas. Cotton and daughter, Miss Luz
ellie spent few days at the Glen Cottage
Sidney Dittman, of Bogalusa, spent Sum-
day here with friends.
Misses Susie and Magdalene Bokenfohr are
home after two weeks stay in New Or
leans
Mrs. E. D. Kentzel and children returned
Monday evening, after spending three weeks
in New Orleans with relatives.
Mrs. Chas A. Loop visited New Orleans
Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. j. A. Ventree, of Sunshine,
spent a few days here.
Mrs. J. B. Cefalu and daughters, Misses
Helen and Dorothy, of Ashville, N. c., are
now located at their beautiful home on the
Military Road.
John E. Pendola, of Biloxi, was here last
week.
NJ. G. Graham, of Atlanta, was here a
few days.
Miss Katie Massie who has been the
guest of Mrs. Quitman Kohnke for a few
lays, returned to her home in New Orleans
asst week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Octave Legier and family,
lfter lengthy stay in New Orleans, have
eturned to their country home on the Mill
airy Road. !,
Miss Kathleen Wells, of Chicago, spent a
ew days at the River Side Inn.
Tom Taylor, of San Antonio, Texas and
Hiss Rose Taylor, Of Rockville, Kentucky,
re guests of the Riverside Inn.
St. Tammany farmer. [volume] (Covington, La.) 1874-current, 1910-02-26

times and esily reached by water or rail.
Some effort should be made to secure this
building. A site might be offered, and we
are certain that members of Lodge No. 1888,
+. and A. M, of this town, will do what
they can to aid us.