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The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

the kind goddess looked after the flow
ers and the plants which sprung
blooming in her pathway. and her in
liant train. each with a waiering-pot in
hand, gave the thirsty plants water to
nourish them.
Though surrounded by all these lit
tie ones. Casters abode was not a
noisy place The goddess herself was
renowned for her silence, and though
she was gifted with foresight and
knew all that was to happen in the
world, she never revealed the secrets.
which fate. with kind hand. hid from
mans eyes.
To time and experience the White
Lady left the harsh duty OF dragging
from youths hopes the veil Of illusion.
For her, each moment as II came was
full Of its own interests. and she put
from her the visions Of the future. As
typical of this silence which she wore
as a crown. so ireighted was 1t with
wisdom. Easter was always accompa-
MED by a heron and crowned with
heron plumes. the symbol OF silence
or forgetfulness.
This beneficent goddess possessed
also a magic fountain called Quick
born, which was virtually a fountain
of youth. So the goddess herself was
always young. and her attendants.
babes, birds. rabbits and flowers were
always fresh and fair. like lilies in
the morning with the dew upon them. -
Easter vas the goddess of spring. Of
the new life. Of the resurrection. ard
in her honor. the people presented to
each other on her feast-day. presents
Of eggs. many colored. as symbols of
the new life. The coIors in the eggs
were signs of the many-hued clouds
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
REASONED IT OUT
And Found a Change in Food Put
Him Right.

A man does not count as wasted the
time he spends in thinking over his
business, but he seems 10th 10 give
the same sort of careful attention to
himself and to his health. And yet
his business would be worth little
without good health TO care for If. \
business nan tells how he did him
self good by carefully thinking over
his physical condition, investigating to
find out what was needed. and then
changing to the right food.
For some years had been bother
ed a great deal after meals. My food
seemed to lay like lead in my stomach,
producing heaviness and dizziness and
sometimes positive pain. OF course
this rendered me more or less unfit
for business. and l made up my mind
that something would have to be done
Reflection led me to the conclusion
that over-eating. filling the stomach
with indigeStible food. was responsible
for many of the ills that human flesh
endures, and that / was Furnishing
myself in that way-that was what
vas making me so dull. heavy and un
comfortable, and unfit for business
after meals. concluded TO try Grape
Nuts food to see what it could do for
me.
Il have been using it for some
months now. ard am glad TO say that
do not suffer any longer after meals:
my food seems to assimilate easily
and perfectly. and to do the work foI
which it was intended.
Il have regained my normal weight.
end fird that business is a pleasure
once moroccan take more interest in
it. and my mind is clearer and more
alert"
Name given by Postum Co, Battle
Creek, Mich.
Read The Road to Wellville." IN
phgs There's a Reason
Ever read the above letter: new
one appears from time to time. They
are & .nuine, true, and full OF huDas
Interest.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

that the White Lady spun. For spin
ming was one of her great tasks. and
many golden threads she wove into
the lives of her chosen ones.
Often, at nigh.fall. the goddess
would wander through the darkenetl
cities. looking at the work OF the
maidens. Where she found the spin
ming carefully performed. she fire.
ouently left a distaff full of extra-fine
fax. or perhaps a golden strand OF
her own weaving But where she
found the work carelessly done. or
neglected. she left the fax sOiled or
the spinning-wheel broken.
Once a year the goddess took out
her sacred car. and mounting 1t. went
along the Milky Way. AS she drove
over the lands. all the GOODNESS Of win
ter passed away and spring awOke In
all its gladness. The leafless trees
shook out their tiny buds: the flowers
raised their heads and smiled. Birds
began to twitter on the boughs and
the rabbits began to run about. Then
too. little children came from their
homes and played in the sunshine. and
Easter. looking down. smiled to see
the earth glad with the same life that
filled her cave in the misty noun.
tains.
One time the car OF the white Lady
was damaged. She told Theelwright
to repair 1t. and for payment said he
should keep the chips. The man was
indignant. not knowing who the god
dess was. and kept but few pieces
What was his amazement on the NOR
row. to find the waste wood turned to
gold. But the pieces that he had dis
carded he could not find. So he
learned wisdom from his folly. as per
haps we all most learn.
AS long as the goddess was duly
honored she remained in her home
blessing the people. But once. it is
recorded. she left her cave, her infan;
train dragging her piow. and took up
her abode in distant land. Then
sorrow and mourning spread among
the people. and in pity. the goddess
returned and restored her past favor
and benefits. So the land was glad.
dened once more.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Laundry work at home would b
much more satisfactory II the right
Starch were used. In order to get the
desired stiffness, 1t Is usually neces-
sary to use SO much starch that the
beauty and fineness Of the fabric -
hidden behind q paste Of varying
thickness. which not only destroys the
appearance, but also affects the wear
ing quality of the goods. This trou-
BILE can be entirely overcome by using
Defiance Starch, as It can be applied
much more thinly because Of its great
or strength than other makes.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
No Excuse at All.

n. c. Goodwin. the comedian. was
condemning a new comedy at din
uer in New York.
Its climax" he said, is false and
unsatisfactory-as false and unsatis-
factory as Rowndar's excuse.
ON Rowndar's return at very late
hour, his wife said reproachfully:
You used 10 VOW / was the sun
shine of your life. but now you stay
out night after night
Well, my love said Rowndar, 4
don't ask for sunshine after dark"
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
Truth a Trouble Maker.

A West Philadelphia man and his
wife have separated. None of their
friends know why, but one, being curl
Gus. asked the husband:
What was the trouble between you
and your wife,"
@. nothing much. She bought a
new hat for so and asked m" y IL; |
al''
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

"Sir," said a little clustering man
to a religious opponent: Il say. CTR.
do you know to what sect ! belongf
well, l don't exactly know" was
the answer; but to Judge by your
make. shape. and size. ] should say
you belonged to a class called the In
sect"
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
Truly Wonderful Cat.

A wonderful cat is that owned BY
Mr.. A. J. Gorringe. a tradesman Of
Ditching. England. Mr.. Gorringe has
a bantam which lays her eggs in diff
ferent parts Of the yard. but his cat
never fails to find them She takes
the egg between her teeth. places 1t
on the step. and rattles the door han
die with her paws until her mistress
arrives to take in the egg. Not one
of the eggs has vet been broken.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Y a great cave in a noun
tain of Thuringia there
dweit In by-gone days .
goddess called by some peO-
pie the White Lady, by
others Ostara or Easter.
This deity had a large train
of attendants, for 1t was her
work to watch over and
guard the souls of unborn
children.
When she went abroad.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

indication Of Wisdom.
"Why do they call the owl the bird
of WISDOM
1T stays out all night and doesn't
tell what it sees or does.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Garfield Tea will win your approval. IT
is pleasant to take. mud IN action and very
health-Rlyin- II OvercOmes constipation.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Why quarrel over religion when all
men agree-all men, that is. at the
same grade of intellect?
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
Feeble Guardianship.

Feeble Guardianship.
II WONDER" said the Sweet YounO
Thing. why a man is always %
frightened when he proposes?"
THAT" said the Chronic Bachelor.
lis his guardian angel trying to hold
him back.'-Stray Stories.
Good breeding Is benevolence IN
trifies, or the preference of others to
ourselves in the little daily occur
rences of life-Chatham.
Plants have movement without win.
animals have the will to live. human
being have the will to live divinely.
A mar doesn't have to be . det0o
tive In order to flnd fault.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

We always like those who admire
US: We do not always like those whom
We admire.-Francis Due de Roche
faucau,d.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Eye Salve In Aseptle Tubes
Prevents observation-disclosures Eye Salve
Ask Druggists for New Size &c. Val
liable Hye Book in Each Package.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

The proper time to do a thing 10
when 1t should be done.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

You are not treating Yourself or your
family fairly II YOU don't Keep Ilamlins
Wizard Oil in the house. It's the hest
substitute for family doctor and a mighty
good friend in case Of emergency.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
". A. PAGE. j. p.
Letter - we
-. klloeP D O.
ninaAa0esa, y. y.

Prove What Swsmp-Root WIN Do For Yos
Send to Dr.. kilmer 4 Co., Bingham
ton. n. v. for a sample bottle. 1t wiz
convince anyone. You will also receive
a booklet of valuable information, telling
all about the kidneys and bladder. When
writing. be sure and mention this paper.
For sale at all drug stores. Price fifty.
cents and one-dollar.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Omp0vtant 70 Oooth0e0
examine carefully every bottle q
CASTORlA. a safe and sure remedy for
infants and children. and see that 10
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

The pullets should be brought to
maturity as soon as is consistent
with the normal development and
body growth.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Smokers like Lewis Single Binder cigar
for its rich mellow quality
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

LADIES CAN WEAR SHOES
enc size smaller after using Allen Foot Ease. tho
Antiseptic powder To be- shaken intn the shoes IL
makes tight oP Few shoes feel easy. Gives rest and
eomfort- Refuse sabstnHfss For FREE trial
package. address Allen =. Olms'ed, Le Roy, ". Y.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

A pleasant smile and a sweet voice
are great helps on LIES journey.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Ten acres of timber, cared for. Will
return a larger profit. ultimately. than
any other ten acres a western farmer
can cultivate.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Sunflower seed Is valuable winter
food for poultry. mixed with cracked
corn. wheat and oats. The seed Is
rich in oil.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Watch the breeding birds and make
sure that they are keeping in good
condition. Give them an outdoor
scratching place.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
PHYSICAL WRECK RESTORED TO
HEALTH BY GREAT KID
nEY REMEDY

I feel it my duty to furnish you with
my testimonial as to what your remedy,
Swamp-Root, did for me when l was .
physical wreck from kidney and bladder
trouble.
Some years ago I was not able to do any
work and could only just creep around
and am satisfied that had it not been for
DR.. Kilmes's Swamp-Root would not
lave lived. After using the preparation
for one month / was able to work some
and when had used $500 worth of
Swamp-Hoot could do good days work:
used about $1,000 worth altogether and
would not take $4,000 for the good that it
did me. / consider it God-send to suffer
ing humanity for the disease for which you
recommend it, and have recommended It
n. L. HIGGINS,
WEIGH, Ark.
Personally appeared before me this 10th
of September, 1903, H. L. Higgins, who
subscribed the above statement and made
oath that the same is true in substance
and in fact.
v pACE T p
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
S prlng Debility
bOtI9 0theT eSupu0n8 c0t6116ou Sedsosts
tits cured by the great constitutional remedy
Hoods SarsapariI1a

which effects cures simply because contains sarsapa
combines the remedial values of more than twenty
ingredients There substitute for Hoods Sarsapara
preparation said to be good be
Inferior make and Yields the dealer larger profit
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Give the pigs exercise and sunshine
from birth. but do not allow them 10
get damp nor to be exposed to the
wind
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

No food nor nourishment about
charcoal-not a bit. but II is correc-
tor that helps the chicks digestion.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

A building IA by IS feet is large
enough fer so hens. Keep il free from
drafts, moderately warm, sunny.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19
A Poor Weak Woman

A. che . termed, Win eodure bravely and pstiently
aEonies wAich Q stToot man would five way under.
Tie fact % women are more psteae ehan they euths
% be under such troubles.
Every womaa ought to know thst she may obta;a
de most experisoeed medical sdvioe free u eb01s
end IN Gssisss esafIsses and privacy BY wntial to
tie Worid's Dispenssry Medical Association, r. ".
Pierce, n. D., Presdeae. Bu6alo, N. Y. Dr.. Pierce
has been CHIEF consultnl physiean Of the lovalids
Hoeel md SURGICAL Institute, q Buffalo, ~. r., for
many years and has had wider practical experience
b the treatment Of women diseases than any Other
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

As soon as crop appears above
ground it needs cultivation, both to
kill the weeds and to admit the air to
the roots of the plants.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

There is no poultry meat that
comes so near the favor Of game
birds rs the guinea fowl and for this
reason 1t is growing more and more
in favor as a market bird.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

The value OF alfalfa in comparison
with prairie hay or cane is higher
when fed to cattle that are 10 be sold
in the spring than when fed to cattle
that are not to be sold.
The Columbus journal. (Columbus, Neb.) 1874-1911, 1911-04-19

Roll the lawn as soon as the repairs
have been made. TO firm the soil about
the grass roots. The heaving of the
frost probably has ioosened the top
soil which will allow the ground TO
dry out quicker.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Wound Up All Business.

The last quarterly conference Of
st. Paul's Methodist Church was held
Thursday evening with Presiding Eld-
er Smith in the chair. The old
boards of stewards and trustees OF
St. Paul were re-elected, and the at
fairs of the conference year wound
up with the exception Of a few small
claims, which will be paid up as soon
as the collector can collect some out
standing money that is still due. St..
Paul had quite prosperous year,
and will enter upon the new confer
ence year with a clean financial sheet.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Beverley sof Grausenrk.

The attraction at the Academy Of
Music on next wednesday night Is
A. G. Delamater and william Norris's
original stupendous Studebaker Thea
tre, Chicago production OF George
Barr McCuteheon's Beverly, a su-
perb dramatigation Of Mr.. McCutch-
cons most entertaining and poplar
novel, Beverly of Graustark" as
dramatized by tho scholarly Robert
M. Baker, Of Boston. The play is pre-
sented with large and expensive cast
of well known Broadway artists head
cd by Margaret Shayne, formerly
leading lady with Cyril Scott in "The
Prince Chap, and Nat Goodwin, and
Is mounted with an unusually hand
some scenic production.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
BAPTIST Bazaar at Branchville.

The Journal says the annual
Thanksgiving Bazaar given by the
Ladies' Aid Society to the Baptist
church will be held Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday of next week in
the town hall. Everybody is cordial
ly invited to attend the bazaar as the
cause is worthy one and aid and
assistance was never more needed
than now since the local church and
have been burned. Fancy
work, home made candies, art worl;
and many valuable. articles will be on
sale and every visitor will enjoy him
SELF Besides the bazaar will be. p
scene of artistic beauty that will be
we'll worth going to see. You cannot
afford to miss 1t.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Canada Regrets Her Action.

According to J. A. Mcdonald, edi-
tor OF the Toronto Globe, and a
prominent member of the liberal par
ty, Canada In sorry she rejected reel
procity. Nr. Mcdonald so declared In
an address before the Sunday Even
ing at Chicago. 1.-THE people have re-
turned to sober thinking and regret
their action" he said. "The anne1a-
ton bugbear was to blame for 1t all. "
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Best of the Season.

Direct from it's long engagement at
the Studebaker Theatre, Chicago,
George Barr McCutcheon's Beverly"
will be seen for the first time in this
city at the Academy of Music, Wed
nesday, Nov. 29th. Beautiful women,
gorgeous scenery, elaborate costum-
es, a stirring, thrilling plot, plenty OF
good clean wholesome comedy, all OF
those go to make a production that
will delight the eye, please the under
standing, give rise to mirth, and stir
every drop of red blood in the veins.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Special Train Assured.

A special train is now assured
from Orangeburg to Savannah for
those who wish to see the automobile
races in the latter city, the necessary
number Of guarantors having been
secured. A sleeper has been ordered
for the convenience Of those who
wanted berths. Money covering the
fare for the trip can be handed to
Messrs. Belton Gardner, Ed Cannon,
W. H. Dukes, B. W. Vincent, or DR..
D. D. Salley. The train is scheduled
to leave Orangeburg midnight We'd
nesday, arriving in Savannah about
5 or 6 o'clock Thursday morning and
will return, leaving Savannah about
Z or 8 o'clock Thursday evening.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Orangebnrg Boy at Summerton.

A letter from Summerton to The
News and Courier says "the drug
store recently conducted by DR.. ELI
son Capers has changed hands. The
business han been taken over by Mr..
Leon Fischer, formerly In business In
Charleston. Residents are delighted
to welcome MIR. Fischer to Summer
ton. He married young lady Of this
town, Miss Addie Broadway, and they
will make their home here. Mr..
Fischer 10 a son of Chief Of Police
Fischer of this city.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
STRANGE REPTILE FOUND.
Tho First That Has Ever Beer, Seem
In This Section.

At GresnviIle sou1e small boys
found on ntu race On Reedy KtVer
recently monsser, which has preotP-
itated something Of riot wherever
1t has been exhibited. The reptile Il
evidently member of the Iguana
family, of tho species designated Is
Iguana tuberculatR. It Is q repulsiVe
looking lizard with q high dorsaE
fringed ridge and q very largo dow
lah. The monster measures some
thing over fftty-five inches in length.
Authorities In biology have been
called into consultation, and aftef
much study. have pronounced it an
Iguana tuberculata, but they are un-
able to explain the presence Of the
strange reptile in this section OF the
country. 90 far as can be learned,
ono has never before boon found.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Elliotts Will Celebrate.

The Elliott Hook and Ladder Com
pany, which is one of the oldest and
best fire companies in the city, will
celebrate it's sforty-flrst anniversary
next Thursday evening at their hall.
The Eliotts Is an Independent COM
pany, but it never fails to do. it,
whole duty when it comes to fighting
the flre flend.s The boys will have a
supper on the occasion, as Is their
custom. .tLt
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
Stabbed q Fellow Prisoner.

Patrick Collins, a convict in the
EGdyvil!c, Ky, penitentiary, who
would have completed his term in
eight months is in solitary conIine-
ment, charged with the murder OF
James Jones, fellow prisoner. An
gered at a retort Of Jones, Collins
leaped upon him and inflicted NOR
tai wound with harness knife be-
fore he could be overpowered by 9TH
er convicts.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
COURT OF CALHOUN COUNTY.
Several Criminal Cases Have Been
Disposed OF.

The st. Matthews correspondent OF
The News and Courier says the Court
machinery has been moving at a good
clip Tuesday and Wednesday. Sew
eral Of tho cases were OF minor
character. The more important dis
posed of ara as follows:
The State vs. Eugene Williams,
colored. grand larceny. Pleaded
guilty. Sentenced to one. year on
the gang.
James Little, colored, rocking train
at Riley's Station. Guilty. Ser
fenced to eighteen months.
George Key, colored. beat Ruiz
sian Jew peddler with the intent OF
robbery. Guilty. Six months.
The State vs.. George Taylor, col
ored, assault and battery with intent
to kill. In this case the evidence
showed that Taylor beat Olin Hamp-
toms wife in the morning and later
in the day provoked difficulty with
the husband at the latter's home,
shooting him in the thigh. The Jury
brought IN verdict Of simple assault,
over which the presiding Judge e1-
pressed surprise, in view Of the ag-
gravated odor, Of the case. He gave
Taylor the limit Of sixty days OF
5000.
The State VS.. D. A. Pendarvis,
white, issuing check without funds
Guilty. One hundred and fifty dol
lars or three months,
bill Plush, colored, who shot up
Scuffle Town and ell the colored in
habitants therein. Guilty. Six months
or $3.50.
The State vs.. LUCINDA Sumter, col
ored, who cut her husband to death
with an axe Not guilty.
The grand jury made a short pre-.
sentiment. It complained that It's past
Recommendation for an expert ac-
countant to examine the county books
had not been carried out. In answer
Judge Devore thought that the grand
jury could secure an accountant
themselves. If not, their representa-
tives in the Legislature could pass an
Act for the purpose. 1t also recon-
mended better quarters for the safe
keeping Of the books in, the Clerk OF
Courts Office.
Charlie Staley, colored, OF Sandy
Run, was tried in Court late Wednes-
day afternoon for shooting recklessly
into a crowd. Guilty; sentenced to
eighteen montho on the gang.
The caae of E. A. Grice vs.. John
Spigener and cap" Wise, prominent
white farmers, brought a good crowd
from tho High Hill Greek section
Thursday morning. This Is the out
come of an old grudge, which, here
tofore, has been threshed out in the
Magistrate Courts. The evidence
showed that the parties got into q
general row on their way homo from
town during the early fall. "Cap'
Wise was found guilty. OF assault
spigener was acquitted.
The times and democrat. [volume] (Orangeburg, S.C.) 1881-current, 1911-11-25
viii Lay in New Stock.

1t has been reported that Mr.. j.
e. Glover was going out OF business,
but such is not the case. The big
sale he had was to clear his store
Of old stock, which has been pretty
we'll accomplished. Mr. Glover is
now in the Northern markets buying
a new and up-to-date stock Of cloth
ing, mems furnishing goods.