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Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

The music Of ''The Lost Chord was
composed under most touching condi-
tions. Arthur Sullivan was watching
by the. bed Of bis dying brother. Fred
erick. One night shortly before death
the invalid sank into peaceful slum-
ber Arthur. who attended his broth
er day and night. took the oppor-
tunIty to read. and II happened that
his eyes fell on Adelaide Anne Proc
ter's poem. s'rhe Lost Chord" The
verses impressed him greatly. and mu-
sic appropriate to them suggested it.
self to his mind Taking sheet Of
music paper. he began to write, and so
absorbed was he IN his task that he
sat hour after hour working at 1t until
the song was completed. Probably
the acute emotional conditions under
which the music was composed ac-
count largely for the power to touch
the emotions which undoubtedly "The
Lost Chord" possesses.-George Leon
varney in National Magazine.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

The most concise summing up on
record is attributed In a volume OF
legal "reminiscences called "Pie Pow
DER to Baron BramweIl. The de-
fendant's counsel had closed bis case
without calling witness whose COM
ing had been much expected Don't
you call Jones. Mr.. Blankr said the
judge significantly at the close Of
counsel's address. Il do not my
lord" replied the advocate. The
judge turned around TO the jury and
gave vent TO a low and prolonged
whistle. "Whe-e-ewr' he said. or,
rather. whIstled- 'Gentlemen. consid-
er your verdict"
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14
NOTICE
TO HORSE OWNERS.

WHY not have that Enthusiastically
horse handled and cured of any bad
habit it may have, by man wac knows
his business, and will guarantee them
to stay cured, if he balks, kick, shys or
runsaSay bring hin. to me and have
him cured. Colts broken to harness.
Am located on Wm. /. Hiiis Brick
House Farm, near Harris Lot, see sign
at gate. y. O. Harris Lot.
3m-17. PROF. f JOSEPH WRIGHT.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

How is your mother this morningT'
asked Mrs. Grey of the small boy who
came With the milk.
"She's better" he answered
Can she sit upY" went on Mrs Grey.
"No." answered the literal young.
ster. "She sits down. but she stands
up."-woman's Home Companion.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14
Nathan Gutman & co.

Is. II and 10 W. LEXINGTON ST.,
Near Charles st. BALTIMORE, ND
WE INVITE your attention to our
superior and very complete line Of
SILKS, cLoAKs, LACE CURTAINS
Another high grade goods
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

-Pll just bet you cigars for the
crowd" said one Of party OF promi-
nent men to one OF the Dumber who
was Dragging Of what he could do.
'.tbat you can't answer yes to any
three questions l ask you"
Done" said the boasting one.
"Well. were you ever In jailr'
-Yes."
-were you ever electrocutedr'
"Yes."
-wIll you pay for the cigars If !
loseY Curtain.-New York World
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

The Masons Of Manhattan gave a
banquet The foastmaster called upon
one brother whose name was moi GU
the program. 1t rather confused him.
Look here. Mr.. Toastmaster." said
he. this isn't exactly falr. You have
called upon me to make an ass OF N.Y.
self without any preparation what
ever."-Kansas City Journal
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14
Contrary Misfortunas.

"Jaggsby certainly does have all
kinds OF trouble"
"what is the matter with him:"
"He -; himself an automobile. and
1t blew-Np Then be got an aero
plane
"Whnt happened to that?"
ut blew down baltimore Ameri-
can
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

why do you always put pitcher Of
water and glass on the table before
an oratorT'
THAT" said the chairman Of many
reception committees. is to give him
something to do In case be forgets his
piece and has to stop and think
Washington Star.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

Small Elmer. who had Just received
a severe scolding. said. Am | really
30 bad. mammarr
''Yes. Elmer" she replied. you have
been a very. very bad boy"
SWELL" rejolned the youngster after
= moments reflection. you ought to
be thankful that | aint twins."-Chi-
cago News.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14
The Daily American
The Chespss; and Best Family News
paper Published.
ONLY ONE DoLLARA YEAR


THE TWICE.A-WEEK AMERICAN
IS published in two issues, Tuesday and
FRIDAY mornings with the news cf the
week In compact shape. It also con-
taii $ interesting special eorresp pondence
entertaining ronAnces, good poetry,
local matter # get eral interest aud
fresh misc llanv suitable for the hnme
circle. A caIefuily edited Agricultural
Department and full and reliable
Financial and Market Reports are
special atures.
See clubbing arrangements in other
parts of paper
Entered al the rostoffice at Baltimore.
Md, as second-class matter, April IS,
1904.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

No matter what you're doing. aim
for the highest point tirst You may
land In a jump. and If you fail that's
time enough to lower your aim. Peo-
pie give you credit only for your best
effort Baltimore Sun.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

John" said father to bis son one
day when he caught him shaving the
down OF his upper iip don't throw
your shaving water out where there
are any barefooted boys about or they
might get their feet pricked."
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14
America.

Young Mr.. Highup- Going abroad.
you sayf But have you seen America
first7 Mrs. Blnse--Oh. yes: there's
hardly spot in New York we haven't
visited--Puck
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

Mrs. Hoyle-Don't you think my boy
is growing? Mrs. Doyle-Yes: he is
pretty large for his mothers age
Judges Library.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

Sugar Spoon-pm one Of those gold
en- spoons that get born in peoples
mouths. Rolling Pin-You haven't got
anything on me In the wealth line.
I'm rolling in dough NIL the time
ST. Louis Globe Democrat.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

II you bring smile to the trem.
bling lips OF another you will soon dis
cover that a smile Is alightng on your
own lips.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

Lady-why do you give me this bit
OF paperf Tramp-Madam. do not
like to criticise your soup. bot 1t is not
like mother used to make. Allow me
to give you her recipe. Fiiegende Blat-
rcr-
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

The people once belonged to the
kings: now the kings belong to the
people. -Heine
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14
lS45--- Spring And Summer---lsII
Oldest And Largest Popular-Price
Tailoring Established In
Ralfimora

Large line of new Spring and Summer
Goods now in stock. C. &. r. St. Paul
1886.
Open until 30 P. NJ. Saturdays, p. NJ.
! B. WEYFORTH Il SONS, 217-219 N.
aca Street, Baltimore.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1911-07-14

Agreeable advice is rarely useful sd-
vice.-NassillOn-
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
FURTHER STRIKES
ARE THREATENED
Makers of Bread and Cigarettes
Are on Point OF
Walk-Out.
SITUATION Is SERIOUS
Street Car Men Clash With
Police, and Results Arc
Fatal.

Mexico City. July 5.-The street car
strike claimed its first victim tonight
In clash between police and strikers
one man was killed and woman
probably fatally injured. \ number
OF others were more or less seriously
! wounded. The police charged a mob
which was storming car in a down
town street
With the outcome of the strike yet
TO be determined. the people OF the
capital tonight were facing two more
"alkouts that threaten still further
their bodily comfort. Their supplies
Of cigarettes ana breakfast rolls are
endangered by strikes of toba Geo fac
tory hands called to-day. and of bread
makers. promised for tomorrow.
The street railway company main
tanned a limited service TO suburbs
during the afternoon and evening fol-
lowing a population By the car men
of last nights agreement and their
refusal to resume work this morning
The explanation was that portion
Of the strikers d!sapproved of the ac-
ton OF the mass-meeting.
The car men gathered about the
farns early to-day. attacked the cars
which were sent out to convey crews
TO terminals and drove the men out
The attempt to start the service was
given up then until the afternoon.
when mounted police and rurales went
to the aid OF a few score of imported
men and old employees
The company to-day appealed to the
British sharge d'affa'res for aid in
obtaining protection for the company's
property. Several clashes occurred
with strikers and the rabble that gath
cred. but the disorders were not of a
serious nature. Many arrests were
made. officials believe they will be able
TO resume regular service on nearly
all Ines tomorrow.
The 200 cigarette makers walked out
because they objected. among other
things. to being "tr 'mmeu by the bar
Der every fifteen days. as was required
by the rules of the company They
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
Particularly the Ladies,

Not only pleasant and refreshing te
the taste, but gently cleansing and sweet
enins to the system, Syrup Of Figs and
Elixir of SIENNA is particularly adapted
to ladies and children, and beneficial il
all cases in which wholesome, strength.
ening and effective laxative should be
used. 1t is perfectly safe at all times and
dispels colds, headaches and the pain.
caused by indigestion and constipation SO
promptly and effectively that it is the one
perfect family laxative which gives salts
faction to all and is recommended by
millions of families who have used it and
who have personal knowledge Of its ex-
cellence.
Its wonderful popularity, however, has
led interruptions dealers to offer imita-
lions which act unsatisfactory. There
fore. when buying, to get its beneficial
effects, always note the full name Of the
Company-C California Fig Syrup Co.
plainly printed on the front Of every
package of the genuine Syrup Of Figs
and Elixir of SIENNA.
For sale by all leading druggists. Price
so cents per bottle.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
DENIES MOTION TO-
NON SUIT CASE
Especial to The Tlmes-Dispatch. ]

Especial to The Times Dis patchl
Raleigh, n. c., July 5.-Judge Henry
G. Conner this morning denied the
motion of defendants for a non-suit
as to the American Tobacco Company
in the suit for $1,000, 900 damages de-
manded by the Ware Kramer Tobacco
Company for the destruction OF the
cigarette business of the plaintiff.
The plaintiffs yesterday afternoon con-
sented to a non-suit as to w. NJ. Car
ter. who was alleged 10 have conspired
with the American Tobacco Company
to this end. The denial of the motion
TO non-suit as TO the American To-
bacco Company brought the case to tho
point for argument before the Jury,
and after the formal preliminary mo-
tons. the argument for the defendant
was opened by Junius Barker. leading
counsel for the American Tobacco
Company The order of speeches.
agreed upon by counsel is as follows:
Parker. for the defendant; c. c. Dam
iels, for the plaintin: ex-Judge r. W.
Winston. for the defendant: Mr.. SWIM
dell. for the plaintif. Mr.. Green. of
Norfolk. for the plaintiff: F. L. Fuller
for the defendant. f. s. Spruill. for the
plaintiff. and Ex-Governor Aycock,
closing for the defendant 1t Is en-
pected that this argument of the case
VIII consume all the remainder of the
week a least
AT the outset Judge Conner ex3
dressed the hope that counsel will con-
fine themselves TO the testimony in
the case. and avoid all unseemly Ian
Euase. to which opposing counsel
might be called upon to take excep-
ton.
Guy C. Aston. former North Caro-
l!nian, now an attorney in Everett.
Wash. is in the city with his wife ana
child, guests at the Governors man
sion, visiting Governor and Mrs.
Kitchin.
The six members of the subtext-.
book commission are to resume their
official duties July 10, taking up the
work of examination of the differen,
textbooks offered for adoption for uso
in the public schools during the next
five years. They are TO have their
reports on these ready by August 3,
when the bids OF publishers are to be
opened and the actual work of adoD-
ton begun. There are to be no moro
hearings unless 1t becomes necessary
to summon one or another of the bid
ders to adjust some price on a book
that the commission may feel inclined
to adopt except for the price being
too high.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
COURT ORDERS
SALE OF LAUNCH
Especial to The Times-Dispatch.l

Alexandria, Va, July Sin the suit
OF the Emerson Engine Company, of
this city, against Edward Hatch. of
New York, for the recovery of $500
for engine furnished for a launch. in
the United States Court for the East
ern District of Virginia to-day. the
court directed that the launch be sold,
and plaintiff required to give a bond
Of twice the amount OF the suit The
property will be sold by the marshal
An appeal was allowed on the condi-
ton that the defendant give a super
sedas bond, in the sum of $4,000, with
in week from date.
In the cases of Arthur Bradley.
Roger Willis, Robert Johnson, William
Brooks and George Banks. negroes
indicted for an assault on a guard at
the OccoQaan workhouse. nolIe
PROSE- was entered this afternoon and
the negroes then were sentenced to
serve a term Of thirty days in the
city jail for escaping from the work
house. and fine of $50 was imposed.
The fine. however. was suspended
John William Robinson, a negro boy.
charged with sending obscene matter
through the mails. entered a plea Of
guilty and was sentenced to servo
sixty days in the city Jail.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06

looking WELL Notwithstanding the
complaints about the drought. General
ly, the corn is looking ane and the
peanut fields arepromising. The to-
bacco crop. however. will be short
The planting was done very late, and
there has been no favorable season for
the growth of the plants. except in
narrow localities.
Sent for Trial.
George Ra'ney. the young white
man, arrested yesterday for forging
the name of W. D. Temple to an order
for money. was this morning com
mitted for trial in the Corporation
Court. He represented himself as Mr..
Temples SON. The surprising feature
about the case is that having been
once imprisoned for forging Mr.. Tenn
pies name he should SO soon do the
same thing again.
Veterans Coming.
Colonel James Anderson, of Wilcox
Post. Grand Army OF the Republic.
Springfield. Mass. has written that
he and other members OF the COM
mission appointed by the Governor OF
that State to erect a monument at
Petersburg to the memory of Massa-
chusctts soldiers and sailors, will ar
rive in the city on Friday evening
They Will remain here several days
and will visit and inspect the monu-
ment now being placed in position.
The site of the monument is on the
Crater farm and faces on the Jeru-
salem plank road. The site was do
mated by Mrs. Griffith, the owner OF
the farm. 1t has been decided to I'M
veil and dedicate the monument on
the 10th of November. Governor Foss
and STAFF and a large delegation of
Federal veterans will attend the un-
yelling. IS will also Governor Mann
and stan. a. P. Hill Camp OF Con-
federate Veterans will act as escort
of the two Governors. and the exer-
cises Will be OF elaborate and inter
esting character.
Decision in Bank Gases.
Judge Mullen, of the Hastings
Court. probably will render his de-
cision on the motion, to dismiss the
six larceny indictments found by the
March grand jury against Charles
Hall Davis and Carter r. Bishop. The
Commonwealth Attorney moved to
not pros these indictments, which mo-
ton counsel for the defendants OPP
posed. asking instead that the court
order their dismissal from the docket.
and the discharge of the defendants
from any further prosecution under
the charges contained In them. 1t
is said that the court will probably
order the dismissal OF the indict-
ments.
Consumers to Use Water SparingIy.
Mayor Cameron at the request of
the Board of Health and Water Com
mittee, issued notice to the public
requesting all consumers of water to
be sparing and economical in its
use for the present. as possible. In
view of the protracted drought the
water In the reservoirs Is lower than
ever before at this season of the year.
and the supply is seriously threatened.
Only. says the Mayor. the most
economical use of water and heavy
rains can prevent water famine.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
NARROW ESCAPE
OF TUG BOAT CREW
Men Lose All Their Possessions,
and Loss Is About
$4,000.
CROPS IN GOOD CONDITION
Veterans OF Federal Army Will
Reach Petersburg on
Friday.
Times-Dispatch Bureau,
100 North Sycamore Street,

petersburg, va, July 5.
The tugboat Mary, owned in Nor
folk. and commanded by Captain Lind
say. which was burned in james River
at Tree Point nearly opposite Clare
mont. early yesterday morning. is
practically a total loss. The boat was
tied up at Tree Point Monday night,
and at a late hour Captain Lindsay
was awakened by smoke to find his
tug ablaze. Captain and crew had a
narrow escape from injury. and lost all
on the boat. One OF the wharves
caught fire and was destroyed. and
the other was damaged. The loss on the
boat is estimated at between six and
eight thousand dollars. Captain Lind
say and Grew were picked up by the
tug Clark and brought to this city
Crops Looking Fine.
With the exception of tobacco, the
crops in the Southside section are
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
Social and
Personal

n DIV that the month of June Is
past society people are rapidly
closing their town houses and
leaving 20 spend the remainder of the
summer months, and in most cases the
utSt par. o! the autumn. away from
iiehno1i Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Nell
spn ca'9er. Miss Isabelle Carter and
MISS EiEa5eth Cooke. in the Carriers
his touring car. ard a party of friends
with Mn Mayo, In his machine. left
the citylyesterday for a tour OF the
mountain resorts Of Virginia. They
WI 90 trst TO the Greenbrier White
sulphur SDrings. and from there to
the Hot Where they will remain sew
eral days Mr.. and Mrs Charles E.
WORKMAN. Jr., are also planning TO
tour the State in an automobile.
Misses Fanny Scott. Camilla Well
Iord. EmHa Conquest and Katherine
lfagan wa leave town to-day for
Lookout fountain, Tennessee. where
ihey VIII lie members of very inter-
esting hoJ e party that will be enter
tanned bJ1 Mrs. Garnett Andrews at
her big tFuntry place IN that State.
y nunbe1 OF charming affairs have
been pla bed for Mrs. Androws's
guests. ~ Wall remain at Lookout
Mountain tr the month OF July. Later
they will to Warrenton. where they
VII be toiAthe horse show and balls
that arc 81 In al that time.
stny-nt-H Wits, Club.
The Stal II Home Whist Club held
IT'S regulat meeting on Monday even
Ing at the v,s!dence OF Mr.. and Mrs
s. w 1raAArs. COZ West franklin
street TIA IL tables were engaged
End the n. Test score was made by
Mrs. c. w u. Brock and Mr.. Tyler
Mrs. Trave,aJwill again be hostess OF
The club mesa Monday evening.
Lenkc-Pres Ia.
among th,s alarming June weddings
IN Virginia las that OF Miss susie
Morris frest,t. OF Front Royal and
l'r Louis inTht Leako. OF Eas, Leake.
which took intce in Christ Episcopal
Church F. rt Royal on Thursday.
June %, wittARev Brown officiating
The bride entsred the church on the
arm o: her tlrher. Captain c. H. c.
Preston. who gave her away She
Was Handsomely gowned in white
satin. trimmed IN raro old lace and
carried d bouqiet OF Bride roses. The
brides sister, Mss Katherine Dabney
Preston, was maid Of honor, and wore
gown Of pale pink satin. She car
ried a bouquet OF pink rosebuds.
The bridesmaids. WHO included
Misses Eliza Le4ke, Agatha Walker.
Berta Jackson. 'arae Mussa.rs, Annie
i-anghorne and Norma Cleneay. wore
white lingerie & cks with big picture
hats The gro @ was attended By
his brother, . Il I,sake of Richmond.
aF best man, and ,hs ushers we're Cap
tain s. Gardner MAILER. Walter Leake
and others.
DR. and Mrs. LeIke LET, Immediately
after the ceremony 10 spend their
honeymoon az the numerous summer
resorts on the Carllina coast
Guests nj Wakefield Manor.
Colonel and Mrs George Barnett en-
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06


Entering the Memorial Hospital on
April 81, Eddie Luck, Victim Of mall
nutrition, will leave that institution
within a few days almost fully recov-
cred. His weight yesterday was forty
four pounds.
The child Is seven years old, and
lives with his mother at Bon Air.
His condition at the time he was
taken to the hospital. as the accom-
panying picture shows was pitiable
The attention OF local physician,
while visiting q patient at Bon Air.
was called to the boys case. and upon
his own responsibility he ordered his
removed to the Memorial for proper
treatment.
The child has been given proper
nourishment, and he has rapidly
gained flesh under the care OF physi-
clans and nurses
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
RAIN BENEFITS
PERISH|NG CROPS

Lynchburg. Va, July 5.-The section
OF Amherst county contiguous to New
Glasgow was visited by rain yester-
day afternoon which lasted more than
an hour. doing great good to perishing
crops. The day before the lower por-
lion of Nelson county was visited by
good rain. which was accompanied
by wind storm, which is reported to
have uprooted trees. in addition to do
ing considerable other damage in a
limited area.
Reports generally from this section
of the State show that rain is badly
needed, and that unless there is relief
soon the farmers will suffer. The rains
OF the past month have been purely of
local character. and some sections
have had scarcely no precipitation at
all for weeks
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
L.ynch-Wnugh.
Especial to The Times Dis

Lynchhurg, Va. July st. NJ. Lynch
and Miss NJ. Myrtle Waugh. both OF
Buena Vista. were married Tuesday at
the rectory of theyoly Cross Catholic
Tearney being/the celebrant Miss
Waugh was attended by Miss Alma
Waugh. of Big Island. and the groom
by W II. Page. o: Lyncnburg Mr. and
Mrs. Lynch are stopping for brief
season at the Arlington Hotel. after
which they will go to Buena Vista to
1.-Two.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
CRUISE FOR SECRETARY

stimson Will Return LeisurcIy Aboard
the North Carolina. H
Washington, July 5.-On his return
trip from Panama to tho United States,
Secretary Stimson and his party will
take passage on the armored cruiser
North Carolina, which is now at La
CuaSra. Venezuela. participating In the
Venezuelan centennian celebration.
The cruiser will take the secretary's
party to San Juan, Porto Rico. thence
to San Domingo and Havana, returning
10 New York or Charleston. S. c., about
August 10.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
gE a'lzlzllzIi|kZ9
Soft Collars
For men, women and
children; sizes from 12X
to 1917, in all the most
desirable colors,
125c |
Each.

came to look on the tonsorial ordeal as
an indignity which put them in
class with enlisted men of the army.
They also demanded an increase in
wages.
\ demand for more pay has been
made by the United Bread Makers OF
the Federal District and their threat
to strike has caused much concern.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1911-07-06
THrce-TNree

Lynchburg, Va, July 5-Tuesdav
evening a the home of H. w. Tyree, in
Amherst county. Miss jamie Tyree was
married to Thomas Tyree. the ceremony
being performed by Rev S. j Liggan.
of the Methodist Protestant Church.
Miss Pearl Tyree was the maid OF hon
or. and Mr.. Hazel Lawhorne was the
best man.