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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

at that time the principal port of entry.
1t is now of small Importance, sandbar hav-
ing formed across the mouth of the Rio Dulce
which prevents vessels drawing over Is feet
Of water from reaching this inland sea. Large
brass cannon, bearing the date 1895, have
been found scattered among the ruins of this
old fertilization.
Neither pen nor brush can do justice to the
wild beauty of the Polochic river, and those
in search of new sensations can enjoy the
unique experience of travelling In perfect
safety through a tropical wilderness, where
gayly colored parrots and inquistive monkeys
chatter at the intruder from overhanging
branches, and crocodies, with wide open
mouths, lie basking in the sun.
This is the main route to the coast for the
natives Of the Coban and Peten districts, who
bring their produce in canoes down the river
to Lake Yzabal and thus to the markets of
Livingston.
On the Polochic, near Panzos, is situated
the great rubber plantation of 'Tinajas,
which covers $4,000 acres Of land. 1t is
owned by the Guatemala Central railroad and
is one of the most important and richest es-
tates of its kind in Central America.
In the northern part of the country lies the
great lake of Peten, or San andres, of which
comparatively little is known, except to anti
Quarians. Situated in a wild, almost uninhab
tied part Of the country, perhaps the richest
IN all Guatemala, 1t is d1Hcult or access. InlS
immense body of fresh water, 27 miles long
and having a shore line of 70 miles, is dotted
with numerous islands. On the largest of
these is the town Of Flores, with about $4,000
inhabitants. Near Flores are the ruins of
buried city, with stone images and monoliths
covered with hieroglyphics showing the I'M
read history of a people which dwelt in the
midst of this primeval forest ages ago.
At Lake Amatitlan we find ourselves on a
much visited lake. The borders of this lovely
body of water, lying only Is miles to the
south Of Guatemala City, the Fairgrounds
of the capital. For Is miles along it's curved
shore line run the tracks of the Guatemala
central railroad, which, particularly on Sun
days and holidays, carries many excursionists
to the town of Amatitlan, the favorite resort
of picnickers.
Situated at an altitude of nearly 1000 feet
above the level Of the sea, IL miles long and 3
miles wide, it is very deep and gives rise to
river, the Guastoya, which has it's outlet in
the Pacific ocean, IL miles south Of the port
of San Jose where it is IL miles wide.
At the station of Laguna we find nice
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
FLESH FLIES BOTHER SHEEP
Flock Should Be Watched Closely, Es.
peciaIIy in Warm, Damp Weather,
to Keep Pests Away.

When the sleeps wool becomes
filthy and the skin irritated an ideal
condition is made for the work of the
maggot fly And when the maggots
get a start they create more and
more friendly harbor for their kind
as they work and increase in numbers
under the wool, says the Sheep Breed
er. A sheep infected with maggots is
a most pitiful sight, helpless against
the parasites eating out it's flesh until
sheep dies, it's life gnawed out in
a most cruel manner. For the sake
Of humanity, if for no other reason,
sheep should be saved from such suf-
fering. These flies can do no dam
age if not given a suitable place to lay
their eggs. Sheep should be watched
carefully, especially in warm, damp
filth clipped off and little tar dab
bed on if the skin is chafed. These
maggots also get in their work under
rams horns. Indeed ram with heavy
horns lying close to his head will hard
ly pass through a summer without in
lection unless the flies are kept away
by putting some tar on the rams
head.
An infected sheep can be told by
the fact that it refuses to eat, stands
with its head down and most often by
itself, and stamps its feet or jerks its
head exactly as irritation by maggots
would lead one to expect. The rem
edy is simple. Cut away the wool
close. Clean cut all maggots, Using
turpentine to wash them out. Smear
the place thoroughly with tar. Then
keep watch Of the sheep to see that
the flies do not again start in the same
place. Thoroughness in cleaning out
the parasites is essential, for one
left in will start the damage all over.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
The Starting and the Organ

New York's big new Cathedral of st. John
the Divine, Morningside Heights, already
has a permanent tenant This fs starting,
which apparently has settled in q shadowy
niche high up above the organ, built nest
there and designs to rear a family.
The startling lends decidedly English touch
to the massive structure. From sts lofty
perch 1t looks down curiously on the assem-
bled worshippers as though they, not IT, were
the interlopers, doubt it feels they are
But when the organ is being played the star
ling forgets intrusion to join in the music. 1t
swells its throat and starts out braveg 60
drown the thunder of the mighty instrument
Presently a look of perplexity steals across
its countenance 1t has found something
against which its own shrill tones beat them
selves into silence. And then it ceases its
attempt at rivalry and surrenders itself to the
pleasure of listening. 1t is a good listener
AS long as the organ continues it remains
attentive, confessing by its attitude that here
is something superior even to bird song.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

For +ba hotbs In cases of rheumatism some
remarkable cures have been MADE
A curious phenomenon, which is yearly
occurrence generally during the month OIL
March, is an eruption which takes place at
the bottom Of the lake, and great quantltles OF
sulphur rise to the surface OF the water. ms
for time is the death knell of the fish. AT
all other times however, the sportsman can
indulge in his favorite pastime to his hearts
content The markets of Guatemala City are
daily supplied from this lake, the Mo1ara, a
small pan fish of fine flavor, being very plen-
tiful. Fried to crisp brown and piping not
these are sold by Indian women at all the sta
ttions along the lake.
Several attempts have been made to culti-
vate the spawn of imported white fish, but
when grown to a good size the native fisher
men practically exhausted the stock
Large pieces of pumice stone found
floating on the surface of the water and along
the shore In the boiling springs which abound
is done the laundry work of the city, the
women taking advantage of this water heated
by nature and ever ready for use Groups or
dark-skinned Indian women, in their gayly
colored native costumes, kneeling by the deep
blue waters amidst piles of snowy linen, pre-
sent a most attractive and fascinating pic
ture There is also novelty about picnic,
when eggs can be cooked without trouble by
merely dropping them into one of Mother Ma
lures ever-boling pots
1t has been my good fortune to see many
lakes In different parts of the world, bUt
never have seen one more exquisitely beau
tiful than the curious crater lake of Atitlan,
incompatible for grandeur of scenery and per-
lection of climate.
In the southwestern part of Guatemala,
some 35 miles from the railroad and at an
altitude of 5000 feet, nature seems, on the bor-
ders of this silent body Of water, to have
reached the elimination Of her handiwork.
Discovered first by the Spaniards in 1924,
AIvarado was here victorious in a desperate
battle with the natives, and, exploring the sur
rounding country, took possession in the name
of Spain.
In the very heart of the mountains we find
this lake. 80 miles in length and 10 miles IN
breadth. Although many streams empty their
waters into it, there is no visible outlet ana
its depth is unknown, no soundings having
been made with line of more than 300 faith
oms.
1t is impossible to describe the charm and
witchery of this country, bathed in moonlight,
the scenery at each step becoming more i'm
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
Beware of the Bad Bull.

In spite of the fact that scores Of
deaths are recorded every year by
vicious bulls many handlers of these
animals continue to lead them by a
rope although it is to invite an attack
sooner or later.
Bulls kept in close confinement are
nearly always possessed of bad temp
ers and even those allowed more
liberty may prove perfectly docile for
years and then at moments warn
ing develop crazy streak and attack
the man who is caring for them.
The only safe way to handle bull
is by means of stick and a nose
ring. Both the stick and the ring
should be of the strongest material
and the animal should never be
taken out of his enclosure without
them.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
Politician and Preacher.

A politician in a western state, long
suspected of crookedness and noted
for his shifty ways, was finally in
dicted and tried The jury was out a
long time, but eventually acquitted
him. After the verdict was in and
the politician was leaving the court
room, a minister who had been in
part responsible for the indictment
and trial, approached the politician
and said: well, my friend, you have
escaped; but you had a close shave.
/ trust this will be warning to you
TO lead a better life and deal more
fairly with your fellow men,"
"That may be-" the politician re-
piled. THAT may be; but l amt
pledged to any one. Saturday Eve
ming Post.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

A gentleman never snatches his
trousers away from his wife when he
discovers her going through his peck
cts. He only hopes she will leave him
enough with which to go downtown in
the morning. He is perfectly welcome
to go through her purse any time and
help himself to anything he can find.
That is what married life means. A
man should not allow his feelings to
be hurt when his wife runs across
loose change or a roll in his pockets;
he ought to play the game and take
such little conjugal pastimes for
granted.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
The Ideal Horse Stable

A well known stockman says: The
ideal stable should have the, horse fac
ing north to obtain an even tempera-
ture, it should not be too large so that
you keep the animal heat under con
troll. and nos have stable temperature
either materially raised or lowered
when half dozen animals are either
taken out or brought in.
The ventilation should be perfect
and as strong as possible up to the
iniquitous draught point. T4et the ceiling
be as high as convenient, and if the
wise builder has left an inch or so
omen around the upper edge, where
the stablemen cannot stop it up all
the better.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

tic and charitable, is most attractive
and the interior is charming in every
detail. There are three stories. On
the entrance floor is delightful room
which has been turned over for the ex-
elusive use of the women members OF
the club, and large drawing room,
which has for it's chief decoration two
lifa-size portraits of Mary Garden by
Ben Ali Hagen. This room Is ex-
quisite in every particular. done in
tones of green and gray.
Passing through an arbor hallway
hung with vines, one comes into the
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
TREATMENT OF BOG SPAWN
Trouble nay Be Corrected by April
cation of Cold Water and Lo-
ton of Acetate of Lead.

A round, smooth tumor at the front
and on the inside of the hook. 1t is
the result of sprains, bruises or other
injuries. When these injuries occur
too much joint oil is secreted, causing
a bullying of the ligament. Lameness
seldom accompanies bog SPAWN. If
lameness be present other structures
are certain to be affected, and some
pain and heat will be noticed, to-
gether with a stiffness of the joint.
Treatment consists of applications
Of cold water to the affected parts
and a lotion made of two tablespoon
fuls acetate of lead in quart of
water. A blister made of one tea
spoonful biniodide of mercury and
four tablespoonfuls lard, rubbed in
a little with the fingers, and repeated
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

most attractive feature Of the club,
the theater.
No detail has been overlooked in
making the stage and the auditorium
complete and perfect in miniature.
The color scheme is green and gold.
Here the dances are given The up
per floors are devoted to dining and
card rooms, while in the basement is
the grill. In place Of bar are lock-
ers, where each member may keep his
particular assortment of wines and
liquors. The dressing rooms for the
actors are also on this floor.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
That Tired Feeling

that is caused by impure, impoverished
blood or low, rundown condition Of the
system, is burdensome and discouraging
Do not put up with it, but take Hoods
Sarsaparilla, which removes it as nothing
else does.
'T had that tired feeling. had no ap-
petite and no ambition to do anything. A
friend advised me to take Hoods Sarsa-
parilla. 1 did so, and soon that tired
and felt well. l believe Hoods saved me
from long illness" Mrs. b. johnson,
Westfeld, n. j.
Get Hoods Sarsaparilla today. In liquid
form or in tablets called SarSatabS.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
Made Eather Restir HlmseIf.

When Dorothy Medium was a lit
tie younger-she is but ten now-her
father asked her on her return from
Sunday school what the lesson of the
day had been.
"Dandruff in the lions den," was
her answer.
Ever since Rev. Andrew B. Mel
drum, D. D., has personally applied
himself to the religious instruction of
his little aughter-Exchange
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

The originator Of the idea of tho
Playhouse was Mr.. Preston Gibson.
He is now president of the club, which
is composed of founder, resident, non.
resident, honorary and associate mem.
bers. The Playhouse has developed
many clever plays and sketches
among Washington amateurs And in
the few months Of its existence has
been potent factor in the life of it's
founders.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
Washington Has New Club

The Playhouse is a club, too, and
unique. not only in Washington, but
the country over. In way it sug-
gests the Lambs club or the Players
club of New York. AS the name i'm
plies, the club has to do with the
drama, though it is used for dinners,
suppers, dances and theatricals and it
may be rented for charity.
The Playhouse, aside from its pur-
pose. which is threefold, social, artis-
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
The Playhouse Meant to Be Home
of Society, Art, Charity and
the Drama.

Washington society now has its
Playhouse" it has played in it, and
at it, all winter and 1t is in a fair way
almost to take the place of the Alibi
club, which has for years been the
favorite playhouse for Washington's
smartest sat.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
2C@TEI 1@D <
1lS2IE lT
III TIL ia

little hotel, with wide
pOrches which overlook
the ripping blue waters
and from where we can
look across to the rich
green slope of the giant
volcano, Aqua, w hi C b
rises in one magnificent,
unbroken sweep to the
height of 1900 feet. Be
hind it one catches a
glimpse Of the jagged
crest of Fuego.
Amatitlan pre- S e n t S
much to interest the sci
enlist. The waters are
strongly impregnated with
sulphur and iron, and
nanv DoODle come here
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

IN ten days or two weeks and con.
tinued for some months, will correct
the trouble. Wash the parts having
received the blister twenty-four hours
after application. 1t is also advisable
to tie the horses head while the Bills
ter is on, so that he cannot bite tho
part
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

BY the Harem Code.

do you think l am really your af-
finity?" Solomon's nine hundred and
eighty-fifth wife asked, coquettishly.
"My DEAR" the Wisest Guy said.
you are one in thousand"
"My DEAR" the Wisest Guy said,
He got away with 1t too.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
With One Exception.

Harduppe-Every man should mar
ry. Everything l have in the world
/ owe to my wife.
Wigwag-Don't forget that ten spot
you owe me.-Philadelphia Record.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

The softest powder puff in the world
isn't as agreeable to the touch of an
old maids cheek as two days growth
of beard.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

Chew and smoke untaxed tobacco cheap and
undoped. Meriwether y Edwards Clarksy i lie Tenn
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

Those with whom we can apparent
ly become well acquainted in a few
moments are generally the most diff
ticult to rightly know and understand.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

The herb laxative, Garfield Tea, prompt
ly overcomes constipation, biliousness,
sicS-headache and insures better health,
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25
Eat Heifers.

A really fat heifer is apt to divert
into flesh food intended for the pro
duction Of milk
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

People who say just what they think
are more numerous than popular.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

The chief secret of comfort lies in
not allowing trifles to vex us.-Sharp.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

Don't let your money burn hole
In some other fellows pocket.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1911-05-25

One crow destroys 100000 insects
year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-18

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-18

the pay of all the officers and the erec- ton of necessary new buildings should be made by direct appropriations, and a per capita appropriation for the care and keep of the inmates
 We desire our benevolent institutions conducted in every respect on the high est plane. In saying this I do not wish to be understood as refiecting upon the pres ent management of these institutions. The state but obeys the philanthropy of the Master when it protects the needy and afflicted and 'him that hath none to help him." But as has been truly said, "The establishments which a Chris tian state maintains for charity are sa- cred and every selfish purpose should perish at their doors.'
 Auditors Report
 I most cordially endorse the 1egisla- lative recommendations contained on page of the auditors report for 1910.
 Fee system
 The report of the attorney general shows that for two years ending De- disposed of in the state. Of this number 76S2 were not tried, being either dismissed, abated or withdrawn. He states: Add ing to this number 2S91 acquittals, 1t will be noted that 10,5l3 prosecutions were in- stituted, and except in a few cases abated by death, the testimony was not suffi- cient to convict" As he correctly states this astonishing number of reported cases was due to the practice of instituting frivolous prosecutions in misdemeanor cases. In other words, as he states, in the past two years four cases out of every ten were dismissed without a trial. We should endeavor to seek the cause for this deplorable state of affairs. It is due in my judgment, largely to the misera- ble fee system which prevails in Ala bama. l earnestly urge that this ques- ton shall receive your careful considera- ton and every effort be made to abate this astounding number of frivolous and unjust prosecutions.
 There are many other serious and im- portant questions the discussion of V hich would unduly lengthen this mes sage. I shall, therefore, avail myself of my constitutional privilege from time to time to recommend such measures as I may deem expedient."
 It is your duty, as we'll as privilege to simplify and improve our laws, to make them wise and just, to sustain the courts in the exercise of their full powers and authority, to aid in the development of our great resources, to advance all of our great interests, and to preserve, protect and defend our legal institutions. 1 earn estly hope that by our joint labors we can in some measure succeed in lifting cur beloved commonwealth to that en- viable condition of a state: Whose laws give content to the people because they are just and because the people know and understand and approve. and there fore abide by them"
 EMMETT O'NEAL, Governor. January 16, 1911.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-18
HARVEST IS REAPED IN
 CHINAMEN'S QUEUES

Chicago. January 17,-Ttalian barber shops of South Clark street are getting the benefit of the decision of the China man to part with his queue.
 There are no Chinese barbers in South Clark street district and Italians with characteristic thrift have had notices written in Chinese posted in their win dows announcing they are ready for all the queue trade that comes their way.
 The Chinese have fallen in with the suggestion and the trade is going to the Italian barber shops.
 The reason the Italians are so anxious to get this business is that there Is double profit in it, for they not only get raid for the hair cutting, but get the queues besides, and queues are a market able commodity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-18
CURIOUS COINCIDENCE
 IN NEW YORK FIRES

New York, January 17.-By a curious coincidence, two fires started almost simultaneously before daylight this morn ing at 553 East One Hundred and Sixty fourth street and 55S West One Hundred and Sixty-fourth street. The two points are nearly three miles apart. The loss in each case was estimated at s75,o0o.
 In the west side fire an engineer in the 60-family apartment house, where the flames started, lost his life. and his sistant was fatally burned. The dead man was Philip Aaronson. 2S years old, and his assistant was James Johnson, 30 years old
 Earlier fires in the section of the city brought the total nights fire loss up to a figure approximating half million dol lars