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The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28
Sorpents and Music.

Barnard concludes from his person
oil observation of cobras In Ceylon.'
says the Scientific American, that the
serpents traditional love for music
is a pure fable and that the only eff
feet of music is to arouse the reptiles
curiosity, which is excited by any loud
and acute sound. The cobra protrudes
Its head from Its burrow alike on hear
ing the snake charmers flute, the rat
ting OF a chain and the sounds made
by beating the ground with a switch.
1t appears to perceive only sounds Of
high pitch. for 1t pays no attention to
the low notes OF the flute or the beat
ing OF the drum. Barnard also con-
firmed, In Ceylon. the results Of OBJ
servations made in the London zoolog-
ical garden on the supposed power OF
fascination exerted by serpents upon
birds, and he concludes that this pow
er of fascination Is also purely imag-
mary.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28
Two visitino csrda

Visiting cards differ In style accord
ing to latitude. and rs an example a
Paris contemporary recalls an incident
In 1874 when VI. de Lagrene WIS sent
under Louis Philippe as minister ex-
traordinary to China. The courtesy Of
the ambassador greatly impressed the
Chinese statesmen, particularly their
'doyen." When the negotiations had
been completed and N. de Lagrene WAS
ready to embark a delegation brought
him great roll Of paper. The ambas-
Bador seeing this parcel at once thought
this was a present. knowing Chinese
methods, but to his surprise they start
ed to unroll the cylinder, which extend
ed to about fifty meters of paper, over
1G2 feet. Then he learned that 1t was
the visiting card of the "doyen." In
returning his modest little bristol
board the humiliated ambassador add
ed few words, which read, The am
bassador of France regrets that he tx
able to offer only these simple words
to your excellency."
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28
The Buildino of Homes,

Dwelling houses may be constructed
of anything from paper to concrete.
When built OF paper they consist OF
ground plans, front elevations and
mortgages. When they progress to
something more substantial they do
not resemble In any way the front ele-
walton or the ground plan Of the paper
stage and are therefore disappointing
In these particulars. The mortgage,
however, always comes up to expecta
tons. The houses Of the elect may
be distinguished by the buffers pam
try, the middle classes by the reeep-
ton hall and these of the hoi polloi by
the parlor. Houses are useful to eat
III. sleep In. battle In. dress In, hide in,
be seen In. die In. store junk In, in
sure and burn down. Dignity In
houses Is typified by parking In
closed English country place, romance
by a southern planters mansion, poetry
by a rose EMPOWERED cottage and hui
NOR by a modern flat.-Life.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

Buying dog Is not so easy as 1t
looks, there Is so much taking" A
good Irish terrier. for instance. should
have a stiff. why coat, a pronounced
red color. a long, narrow head, small
eyes and ears which hang down. The
ears of a bull terrier, an Aberdeen
terrier or a Yorkshire terrier should
stick up. But be careful that the willy
dealer has not produced this effect
with cardboard. A bulldog should
have a shovel shaped mouth, with the
under jaw protruding upward. and a
wide chest. There are one or two
things to look out for in buying dog.
Some dealers try to palm off an old
dog rs young one by scraping his
yellow teeth. which show signs of age
and painting his gray muzzle. Bright
eyes are often produced by a smear
of vaseline and a cold nose produced
by Stockholm tar. But you can detect
the presence Of these aids by SMELL
Chicago Record Herald.
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A Famous Welsh Fortreea.

Carnarvon castle is the most splen.
did specimen of medieval military
architecture surviving In Britain not
excepting Alnwick. Art and beauty
were combined with strength by De
Elfreton, the architect. who had been
commanded to construct a palace
within an impregnable fortress
Whether the mean little passage cham.
Der In the Eagle tower was the birth
place Of the infant prince whom Ed
ward l. made the medium of such
grim practical joke upon the Welsh
seems doubtful, but the main story
may still be true. Every famous sol
der who helped to make history in
this corner Of Britain has played some
part within or without the walls of
Carnaryon castle. 1t has been starv-
ed into surrender, but never captured
by force Of arms and can therefore
claim to be considered a virgin for
tress. " Westminster Gazette.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

A generous response has been made
to the appeal for funds by the trustees
of the Bath City Hospital. The total
OF contributions is now considerably
over 5000 dollars and growing fast.
In a statement, giving the list of those
who have come to their aid, they say
The trustees again express their graft
tude to the friends of the institution.
We owe a big debt to Frank H. Percy
for his untiring efforts in our behalf
and wish him equal success in what
ever he undertakes. We assure any
others who may wish to come for
ward in this work that every dollar
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g a preacher, sah," he said.
A Remarkable Man.

Blaise Pascal-1623- 1G62-was one Of
the most remarkable men that the race
has produced His greatness was
many sided ike that OF Leonardo da
Vinci. next to whom perhaps he IS en-
titled to rank from the standpoint OF
intellectual brilliancy. He was mas
ter of style, and his subject covered
about the whole field Of mental actlvi-
ty. Great as dreamer OF rich and
splendid dreams. he was also supreme
" great az Il logician and mathematt
clan. as natural philosopher and sci
entitic discoverer. He died at the age
OF thirty-nine after having been SICK
all his lfe and yet the fragments OF
his genius will serve to make his name
as Immortal as the human race Itself
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

The wise woman sent sudden vigor-
Gus puff of breath at the Jet Of steam
rising from the copper teakettle she
was fitting, repeated 1t hastily as she
filled the blue teapot and set the ket-
tie back on the stove with a nod of tri-
umph. THAT trick has saved me many
q scalded hand" she asserted. "Wheth-
err read 1t or was told 1t ! am not
sure, but until tried 1t was always
getting most painful little burns. Steam
is 80 easily blown aside II you have
the presence Of mind to remember 1t
that you can easily keep 1t from reach
ing your hand until you can set down
the kettle or pot. Don't forget 1t next
time the lid slips or the steam comes
Unexpectedly from the kettle spout.
You will bless me for the hint.
York Tribune
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

On the island Of Ninafow, halfway
between Fiji and Samoa. Is a volcanic
ring inclosing u crater containing d
lake two miles in diameter Toward
the sea the ring Is bordered with walls
of black cliffs 200 to 800 feet In height.
An eruption In 1885 formed a PENN
sula on the eastern side of the lake.
While the ocean outside ID trembling
and laundering under a heavy wind
the lake remains smooth or Is simply
wrinkled with ripples or waveaets.
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VERIFY IT
The Proof Is In SkOwhegan-AlmOst ut
Your Door.

The public statement of Skowhe-
gan citizen is in itself strong proof for
Skowhegan people, but confirmation
strengthens the evidence.
Here is a Skowhegan citizen who
testified years ago that Doan's Kidney
Pills relieved sick kidneys and now
states the cure was permanent. Can
any sufferer from kidney ills ask bet
ter proof? You can investigate. The
case is right at home.
A. H. Lang, Is Middle St. Skowhe-
gan. Me, says: For some time | suf-
fered from pain in the small Of my
back and other difficulties which show
cd that my kidneys were disordered.
Learning about Doan's Kidney Pills, /
procured a supply at Sampson &
Azores Drug Store, and through their
use l was rid of kidney trouble
statement given January 23, 1909
4 LASTING EFFECT.
On June 26, 1911, Mr. Lang was in
terviewed and he said: THE statement
gave some years az o publicly recon-
mending Doan's Kidney Pills still
holds good. l have had little trouble
from my kidneys since that time"
For sale by all dealers Price so
cents. FosterMilburn Co., Buffalo
New York, sole agents for the United
States.
Remember the name--DoaTs-and
take no other.
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o.rmanv'a TeIeohons "Girla"

Telephone girls" In Germany can
not work after the age OF seventy,
though they can retire on pension prior
to that advanced day. Positions are
obtained by civil service examination.
The average ON entering the business
must be near thirty, and, as many re
main for life, 1t would be ungallant to
speak intimately Of ages. Discharges
cannot be effected without consider
able red II pc. When an operator has
worked up to $3.50 a year and $3.50
extra for house rent, she stays at that
pay until retired on pension
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

Few. II any. medicines, have met
with the uniform success that has at
tended the use of Chamberlain Collie.
Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is
remarkable cures of collie and dlar-
rhoea which it has effected in almost
every neighborhood have given II q
wide reputation. For sale by all
dealers.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

J. A. Maple, 125 S. 18th ST., stenhsn,
Vile, O., says: For years suffered
from weak kidneys and a severe blad-
der trouble. | learned of Foley Kid
ney pills and their wonderful curos SO
began taking them and sure ,rnons5
had as good results as any | hetro
about. NY backache left me ard TO
one OF my business expressman, that
alone Is a great advantage. MY kid.
neys acted free and normal, ana mat
saved me a lot of misery. III Is now
a pleasure to work where II used to
be a misery. Foley Kidney Pills have
cured me and have my highest praise
For sale by all druggists.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28
PORTLAND POSTAL CARDS FREE

The latest and most attractive Jews
If this prosperous and progressive city,
reproduced in handsome colors, and with
10 advertising to prevent using them
Tor ordinary correspondence, will be
nailed absolutely free to any address.
Write us today enclosing a yclIgW
outside wrapper from bottle Of J. +.
Atwood's Medicine or Bitters, and We
will at once mail to you five Portland
postal cards. :. f. Medicine o., Port
and, Maine.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

Uncle Nose, n plantation negro, was
being asked about his religious afi1na-
lions.
"I's preacher, sah," he said.
DO you mean," asked the aston
ished quesdoner. that you preach the
gospelY'
Nose felt himself getting into deep
water
NO, sah," he said. "Ah touches
that subject very light"-Success Mag.
Rzine
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$50" said the smitten girl, whose
father had been talking seriously to
her, "you dislike Herbert and you will
not recognize himT
That's IT," he replied. "If he
doesn't keep away from here won't
recognize him, and neither will his
own mother" London Answers,
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BraoeIets and Lunatios.

Bracelets have been worn from time
immemorial but few wearers Of the
golden bands of the present day know
that they were once used to distin-
guish the insane. Before lunatics were
confined to asylums they wore an
armlet for acknowledgements
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

The Bath Times, Monday issue, at
tempts a whill at regular Pacific coast
style of boosting with the following:
why can't Eth make sugar? is the
question suggested by a postcard pic
mre received last week by George A.
Sanford, showing big flock of sheep
feeding on the pulp from one of the
largest beet sugar factories OF the
world in Montana. Sagadahoc county
Or indeed this entire section of Maine
could perhaps raise enough beets and
Bath on its superb winter harbor of
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On Her Birthday.

Congratulate me-" said Younghus-
band. MY daughter is just one year
old today"
This is her birthday, eh2 What did
you give herr
II don't know whether 1t was sooth-
Ing strip or paregoric. but 1t was one
ST the two"
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Odious Comparison.

Drill Sergeant-I say, Smith. have
you any idea how slow and stupid
you are1 Private Smith, don't
know. Drill Sergeant-Of course you
don't. but let me tell you that an Egyp-
tan mummy is frisky compared with
you--London Tit-Bits.
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Pleasant For Him.

His Better HAIL think it's time We
got Lizzie married and settled down.
Alfred. She will be twenty-eight next
week, you know. Her Lesser Half
oh, don't hurry. my dear. Better wait
till the right sort Of man comes along.
His Better Half-But why waltz 1
didn't.
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rhaY Were Picked.

do you call this band OF picked
musicians said the hotel manager TO
the leader ( "a band.
"Ach! Dot vos 80. | bick EN- mine
Bellef." replied the bandmaster.
well. then. you picked them before
they were ripe"
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

An article that has real merit
should in time become popular That
such Is the case with Chamberlain 8
Cough Remedy has been attested by
many dealers. Here is one or them.
II. w. Hendrickson, Ohio Falls, Ind,
writes: "Chamberlain's Cough Rem
edy is the best for coughs. colds and
Group, and Is my best seller For
sale by all dealers.
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State News
sesesssessseessseesesess

The little steamer Cannot, which is
so industriously collecting seed lob
sters all along the coast from Ports
mouth to PASSPORT, ran into Portland,
Monday morning, for fare of the tiny
crustaceans for the hatchery at Booth
bay Harbor, which has now over 10000
egg-aying Holsters in its pond.
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the Kennebec would be an ideal site
for the refinery. Beet sugar is sue
cessful industry these times and the
demand for sugar is increasing. AT
any rate here is a topic for the Bath
Board of Trade to debate"
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What should you not Wish done TO
yourself do not unto others.-Chinese.

Running up and down stairs,
sweeping and bending over making
beds will not make woman healthy
or beautiful. She must get out OF
doors walk a mile or two every day
and take Chamberlain Tablets to
improve her digestion and regulate
her bowels. For sale by all dealers
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

Proposals scheduled to be opened in
Washington, d. c., Thursday, Sept. IL
for postoflice site for Bangor, will. il
fayorably acted upon by the federal
government, be followed next week by
the selection of the site. 1t is now
planned to construct the new editice
from granite, and the architectural
plans have already been selected.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

The Bath Times friyolously remarks
that it was Ladies Night at the po
lice station, Monday night. and asserts
that the three ladies" present had
been celebrating the election in man
ner which would indicate that Yes"
had prevailed over No" 1t is encour-
aging to note that women set men the
example of waiting week before
celebrating in this fashion.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

Kokumo. in the language of the In
diaus who at one time inhabited that
section of Indiana, signifies "a young
grandmother"
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One kind of a war hero is one who
does not ask for pension.
A man doesn't have to know much
to know how little he knows
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

Thirteen United States governors
are coming to test Names hospitality
and to return GOV. Plaisted's visit to
their conference. They represent
California, Nevada, Oregon, Washing
ton, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Colorado,
Wyoming, North Dakota, South Da-
kota, Minnesota and Nebraska. They
will visit Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana,
Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Della
ware, New Jersey, New York, Con
necticut, Rhode Island Massachu-
sets. New Hampshire, Vermont and
Maine, and will bring with them
samples Of the most highly priced
agricultural and manufactured prod
ucts of their respective states. And
they have agreed not to mention poll
ties during their trip! Is this prog
ress-or advertising! The West
brought East, for inspection by its
highest officials; the country in such
perfect running order generally that
the chief executives are enabled to
take vacations safely to themselves
and to their respective domains; and
politicians who are able to refrain
from talking politics.
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Over Half-Century. .

Humphreys Specifics have
been used by the people with
for more than 20
years. Medical Book sent free.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

Many Ills come from impure blood.
Can't have pure blood with faulty di-
gestion. lazy liver and sluggish bowels,
Burdock Blood Bitters strengthens
st omach. bowels and liver and purities
the blood
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Letters calling attention to the
ing entry of exhibits are being sent
ont to the members of the Maine Seed
Improvement Association Field Agent
c. W. Barber is handling the CORES
pondence toward securing the greatest
bled in this state. The show will be
held in Portland from November 6 to
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1911-09-28

A man never finds out how mean he is
until he tries.
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Or. EDWARDS
DandeliOtl
Best Known Remedy

FOR
Rheumatism and Malaria. Stimulate
me kidneys so as to eliminate the urlf
lcid that causes Rheumatism and KID
uey Disease, regulates a Torpid Liver:
lets gently and without gripping on til
bowels. disinfects the entire AIimout.
Try Canal and produces clean.
'mooth Skin and clear Complexion. by
Eliminating all poisons from the Hys
en-.
Cnequalled for Dyspepsia and all
stomach trouble: is purely vegetable.
I'd IS so guaranteed under the Pre-
Sod and Drugs Act 25c a boz Al
frank W. buchanan. Skom hegkn. NJ.
send postal FOR free samt3e to ~,ue1,k
'hemical Co.. 49, FranA.1l -. Ae,, III
lily, Manufacturer
"A PERFECT BLOOD FIRIIIEIV
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1t pays to be honest at least it pays
your employer
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No. FoF Priea
/ Pevepa. Congestion, innanmations - =
= Worms. W orm Fever. or Worm Disease -
} Collie. Crying and Wakefuluess IF Infants p
4 DiArrhea. % Children and Adults ...... -
Coughs. Colds, Bronchitis 44==-=5..#.. -
= ToothAche, Faceache. EeuTag.a .-..... -
. Headache. Sick Headache. Szrtls7 p
10 Dyspepsia Indigestion, Weak stomach -
ID Group. Hoarse Cough, LarsusftIs -
ID sAlt Hheum. Eruptous ErysiIelas =
Is Hheuma tIsm. Rheumatic Pains -
Is Fever and Ague. Malaria n
II piles. Blind bleeding. External Internal -
IS Catarrh. InnueEza. Cold In Heaa -
30 NhoOping Cough. spasnDdIc gonsh y
81 Asthma Oppressed Dlnlcuit Breathing Doe. -
II Kidney Disease. --- --.-- ---.... -
- Nervous Debility. vital weakness ITO
30 Urinary Incontinence. wettIus Bel =
"a Sore Throat, QuinGy --...-25
TT Grip, HAY fever and summer Coils -25
Sold by druggists. sent on receipt . price
HUMPHREYS HOMO. MEDICINE 60. Cor1af
william aud Ann Streets New i9fk-
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will be thankfully received and judi
ciously expended

The work of the Women's Christian
association at Lewiston has increased
to such an extent that it has now be-
come necessary to engage a woman
to take charge of its library and en-
ployment bureau, and another to direct
the work of the kitchen and dining
room, in order to permit more time to
be given to the class work. Nearly
all of the rooms have been occupied.
the past summer, and practically all
of them are engaged for the winter
although a number are always held
in reserve for transient visitors. 1t is
hoped, although nothing in this direc-
ton has yet been planned that some
thing along the line of travellers aid
work may be attempted by the asso-
citation before many months.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1911-03-03
SOUTH VERNON.

Mrs f. Pratt is seriously sick. She Is
attended by DIR. Pierce of Bernardston.
Fred Gregory has left the employ of
D. Voce and has gone to Brattleboro to
work
Mrs. Cora Adams visited her family
last week, returning to Westfield Sstur-
day Her health is improved
Florence Weatherhead is away for
visit of few days at DR.. Woods in
Mortified and in West Orange.
Elmer Goodnow was called to Jackson
Vile to attend the funeral of his father
and was taken sick there. William Dresser
of Mortified is saving for him at his
steam mill
Mrs. Charles Jackson is convalescent.
Her son, Arthur Jackson of Northampton,
was with his parents over Sunday. Mrs
Arthur Jackson will come this week to
stay a few days with Mrs Charles Jack
son.
The friends and relatives of Mr. and
Mrs. George Field reminded them on Sat
urday evening, the 25th. of their silver
wedding anniversary. Many gifts of
silver were presented in addition to a
purse of silver coins. The evening was
spent plea santly with singing and re-
marks Many congratulations were sent
by friends who were unable to be pres
ent on account of sickness, and many
wishes were extended that Mr. and Mrs
Field may live to celebrate their golden
wedding.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1911-03-03
VERNON.

A. G.. Barnes has been in Keene this
week.
George Kingsbury has finished work
for b. II. Newton.
regular meeting of Vernon Grange
will be held Saturday evening.
Miss Lizzie Marshall has returned after
a two weeks visit in Everett. Mass.
Madam Streeter and daughter, Tina at
tended the wedding of Miss Lorena Chase
in Greenfield
Mrs. d. p. Prescott entertained her
daughter Mrs. Robert Nesbitt, and chill
dren Wednesday,
Recent guests at John Frost's were Mr.
and Mrs. George Alls of Northampton
and Mrs. Fred Bailey.
Oscar Tyler of Mount Hermon and Mrs
George Upham Of Mortified were at the
Hubbard home this week.
Several from this place attended the
prize speaking contest by Clawson- Ham,
ilton students Monday evening in Brattle-
boro.
Work has been resumed on the new
house being built by Mrs NJ. l. Reed,
who is expected home to superintend the
work about April 1.
The wee people of our nelghborhood
Harry and Leo Whalen jack Mahoney
and little Sylvia Mute, who have been
suffering from bronchial troubles, are
much better.
Mrs. George Turner and little daughter,
who have been visiting at Warren
Hale's, went to their home in Leominster
Mass. Wednesday. Mrs. Hale accom-
panied her daughter.
Madam Streeter has her grandchildren
George and Elizabeth Streeter with her
during their vacation. Miss Tina Streeter
is at home for week. w. G.. Snow, who
has been with his sister Mrs. Streeter,
tirna
, Mass, Thursday.
The ladies' circle will meet Tusday and
serve dinner at noon, as usual for the
voters of the town and any others who
may wish a hot dinner. The women of
the town are cordially invited to spend
! the day with us instead of at home
alone. Contributions of food will be well
come, and members are especially asked
to remember that our family will, 1t is
hoped be large that day.