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The citizen. (Honesdale, Pa.) 1908-1914, 1911-12-08
ONE DEFINITION OF LAUGHTER
Explanation of an American Humor-
lst-Many Persons in History
Who Never Laughed.

What is laughter? An American
humorist has called it IAN undignified
widening of the human mouth, accom-
panied by noise resembling a cough
in the effort to avoid swallowing a
chestnut"
Laughter" says Prof. Sir Charles
Bell, 'is convulsive action of the
diaphragm. In this state the person
draws a full breath and throws it
out in interrupted, short and audible
cachinnations. This convulsion Of
the diaphragm is the principal part
of the physical manifestation of laugh
ter
'But there are several accessories,
especially the sharp vocal utterance
arising from the violent tension OF
the larynx and the expression of the
features, this being more intense
form of the smile. In extreme cases
the eyes are moistened by the effhsion
from the lachrymal glands"
There are some people who cannot
laugh-who are wholly unable to en-
joy either the physical or the mental
luxury of laugh. Thus, 1t was said
of William III, that he was utterly at
loss to understand what could be got
out of laughter except loss of dignity.
There are many persons in history
who have beena according to common
report, incapable of laughter. Queen
Mary l., John Knox. Robespierre and
Moltke are examples The great Duke
of Wellington himself rarely. If ever,
went beyond a grunt.
The citizen. (Honesdale, Pa.) 1908-1914, 1911-12-08

that no photograph Of him exists; he
thinks he is secure"
"And yet I'm willing to wager" said
I, that, granting your theories are
true, which do not for the moment
admit, the original of that sheriff is
not within thousand miles of us at
this moment"
A new scene was thrown upon the
screen. The gaping mouths opened
wider; the audience settled down for
its further installment of thrill. And
then-I think my hair verify stood
upon end-as if by some magnetic
compulsion my eyes turned toward
man seated upon the end bench i'm
mediately across the aisle. There was
the original of the sheriff In the play,
seated with folded arms, but staring as
if hypnotized at that phantasm of him.
self that strobe and swore and played
the hero by the side of his trembling
daughter, while the mob menaced
them, yet impotent before the reyol-
yer which he held in the crook Of
his strong right arm.
l turned to Crewe. l caught his
arm. Look! Look!" I whispered,
pointing.
For once my companion appeared
to lose his self-possession. His eyes
shifted alternately from the play-actor
upon the screen to the man on the
bench and back again.
"Langton," he said, "for once you
get the better of me. Fool that I was,
l was so absorbed in theorizing that
I didn't look. i didn't dare to hope it
might be true. Watch him and, when
the act ends, we will take seats on
either side of him. You sit on his
left and keep your eyes on his hand
his left hand"
We took our places accordingly as
soon as the moving figures faded from
the screen. The man never stirred as
we sat down beside him. His gaze
was fixed singly upon the screen, and
he waited for the final act of the
drama. All round us rose the excited
hum of voices. Crewe touched our
man upon the arm, and he started in
his place and leaned toward him
nervously.
Keep quiet" said Crewe in warn
ing voice. after this act want you
to come with me and explain about
the murder of Mrs. Sanford"
Quick as flash the mans left hand
went down toward his hip pocket.
caught it and compressed it firmly be-
tween my own.
well done, Langton." said Crewe
in whisper. "Now, sir. will you come
quietly?"
A shiver ran through our captive's
frame. He turned his eyes from one
to another of us. Then he seemed to
break down and he collapsed in his
seat Imply.
IT killed her." he muttered. "Do
what you like with me. l meant to
give myself up anyway. Every day l
have haunted the district, hoping that
| might be arrested, intending to con-
fess, but l hadn't the nerve. am
glad it's over"
"Will you come now?" said Crewe.
Let me see the last act" he plead
ed. my God, you don't know what 1t
means to realize that shall never see
her face again in life. except upon
that screen. I've come here nightly to
look at her. Let me wait till the end"
"On one condition" said Crewe.
"Langton, take the pistol out of his
left hip pocket"
What / still fail to understand"
/ said to Crewe, sis how you came to
associate this man with the murder.
Even II his photograph were not
among Mrs. Sanfords effects. stil'
The citizen. (Honesdale, Pa.) 1908-1914, 1911-12-08
served Him RIuht.

81 have made all sorts of sacrifices
for you" complained the husband.
driven to the wall at last. What
did you ever give up for me?" what
did ever give up for your" repeated
the exasperated wife. "Well. I neyeri
Why, you cheap humbug. gave up
three or four of the incest young men
In this city-that's what"
The citizen. (Honesdale, Pa.) 1908-1914, 1911-12-08
STRANGE Place for Birds, Nest.

When Birmingham to Yarmouth.
England, express was examined at
Bourne. Lincolnshire. the other day,
hlackbird's nest with four young
birds was found underneath one Of
the carriages.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
DAVID /. DAWSON NOMINATED FOR
MAYOR At TUESDAYS ELECTION
RESULT OF YESTERDAYS ELECT ION WILL A
AMONG MUNICIPAL OFFICERS AFTER APRIL ELECTION

a very heavy vote was polled in
yesterdays democratic primary in the
city, and the result was surprise
to many in some of the races.
The candidates were busy early
getting out the voters and never re
laXed activities until the polls closed
at seven O'Clock last night.
The race for mayor created the
most interest, where it WIS conced-
ed that the race would be close. 1t
was believed by many that the pres
ent incumbent, Mayo: Cotner, would
be returned the winner. When the
votes were counted, however, they
had another tale to tell. Out of 1878
votes cast for mayor, Dawson receiv-
ed IA, and Cotner 565; a majority
of 149 for Dawson.
The race for treasurer of the school
board was the next in Importance,
with four candidates entered in the
race. Wallace was elected over Rus
sell by majority of 227 votes, he
receiving 65 votes, while Russell
polled 423, with onep recinct unre-
ported. The other candidates receiv-
ed, respectively. Lynn 80, Pate 1O7.
The race for commissioners from
the Third and Fourth wards deyel-
oped into swift contest. In the
third ward Bridgman. the present
incumbent, is returned by a majority
of 30 over Shelton, Bridgman re-
ceiving 665 votes and Shelton 6O3
In the Fourth ward, owen, the pres
ent commissioner, was defeated by
Ikard Iby 26 votes, Ikard receiving
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
SPECIAL TRAINS CARRIED CAV
AIRY TROOPS TO MARATHON
TODAY TO PROTECT MINES.
INFANTRY TO LANGTREY ALSO.
Southern Parific Bridge on the Pecos
Reported Blown Up and Troops Are
Being Rushed to That Section to do
Border Duty.

Ell Paso, Tex, March pa spe-
cial train today took troops of cav
airy from here to Marathon from
where they will be sent to Chechos
Quickliver mines on the Mexican bor-
der, where raiders from Mexico are
reported pillaging.
A company of infantry has also
been sent to Langtrey near Alpine to
do border duty on the report that the
Pecos River bridge on the Southern
Pacific has been blown up.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
SPECIAL VENlRE BEING ExAMlN-
ED NOW IN EFFORT TO OBTAIN
ENOUGH FOR JURY.
MAY ASK CHANGE Of VENUE
Rumors in Circulation at lndepend-
ence Today That Defense viii
Ask Change Of Venue for Truskett,
Who is on Trial for Murder.

Independence, Kan, March 22.-The
attorneys in the Truskett murder
trial today began the examination
of the special venire ordered by the
court after the original panel had
been exhausted without securing a
jury.
The court room was crowded again
today, Truskett came into court with
his two brothers and two sons. He
took his place in a large arm chair
provided for him, after he complain.
ed of yesterdays chair being uncom-
Portable
Rumors are being circulated today
that Tuskett may ask a change Of
venue, alleging that it is impossible
TO get an unprejudiced jury in this
county.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
LEAvENWORTH LOSES
COUNTY COURT HOUSE
STRUCTURE ERECTED FORTY
YEARS AGO is IN ASHES-LOSS
s WILL BE ABOUT MILLION.

Leavenworth, Kan, March 22.-The
Leavenworth county court house
burned to the ground early today with
valuable records and documents, rep
resenting loss Of nearly one million
dollars.
The fire started in the second story
probably among the paints and var
nishes stored there for the renovation
o. the building. In less than an hour
after the fire started about / ooclck
The building was in ruins. The build
ing was erected in 1871 and cost
$125,OOO.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND TONS A DAY
WILL Be CAPACITY Of ASPHALT MINES

Il did not help you to elecl this
mayor said S. l.. Vandiver of At
lanta, Ga, today, "but will help
you elect the next one. How are
your prices on property | must look
about for a home or vacant lot
on which to build. Ardmore is going
to make city. |. viii grow faster
than you people can realize, the die
has already been east and the town
is making its last final start toward
the city class today"
These are the exact words of the
Atlanta railroad man and asphalt
mine owner. Mr.. Vandiver will re-
turn to Georgia tomorrow but one
of his partners, J. T. Paschal of the
same city, will remain here. Mr.. Pas
chal also wants to buy Ardmore
property for home.
These gentlemen together with
their company own the mines at
Woodford. They have been waiting
for water, but they VIII not wait
any longer. Arrangements have been
made to secure water from a well
and the work OF refining alphalt will
be pushed with energy. Mr.. Paschal
will remain here to do that portion
Of the work.
The company is figuring with Mr..
Dings on the proposition Of running
a gas pipe line from the gas fields
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
BIC FLOUR MILL
DESTROYED BY FIRE
PLANT OF THE DESOTA MILLING
COMPANY IN ASHES-LOSS
SEVENTY-FIVE THOUSAND.

Desota, Kan, March H2.-The plant
of the Desota Milling company was
destroyed by fire at noon today.
Twenty-Five thousand bushels of
wheat was also consumed. The loss
i, about $4,000.
An engine and hose company from
Kansas City came to aid the local
fire department. The mill was owned
by the estate of Hadley. father of
Governor Hadley of Missouri.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
FEDERAL JUDGE CARPENTER TO-
DAY OvERRUlED THEIR DE-
MURRER TO INDICTMENTS.
BIG VICTORY FOR GOVERNMENT
Judge Carpenter Holds That mmu-
nifty Granted by Judge Humphreys
in Ninteen Six Did Not Apply to
Present Charges Against Them.

Chicago, ILL.,, March 22.-The 1 n
dicted Chicago packers lost their fight
against going to trial on the indict-
ments obtained by the government
several months ago, when Judge Car
penter in the United States district
court today overruled their demurrer
to the charge and held that the i'm
munity granted by Judge Humphreys
of the federal district court in 1906
did not apply to The present chareos,
which he held were based on evil
dence not included in the Humphreys
decision.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
MINE GAS FORCES
RESCUERS BACK
SEARCH FOR TOM CHEEK, EN-
TOMBED MINER, PROVES TO BE
FRUITLESS ONE.

Columbus, Ohio, March 22.-After
a fruitless all-night search for Tom
Cheek, the miner, supposed entombed
alive in a shaft of the Southwestern
Coal Company's mine near here, the
rescuers were driven back by mine
gas today.
Shortly before noon, the searchers
resumed work, but they had little
hope of success.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
TAFT'S SYMPATHY
WITH BOOKER 7,
NEGRO RECOVERING RAPIDLY
FROM INJURIES RECEIVED LET
TER FROM PRESIDENT TAFT.

New York, n. Y. March 22.-Book-
er T. Washington, whose alleged as
sailant, Albert Ulrich, was held yes
terday for trial on an assault charge.
is still in the Hotel Manhattan recov-
ering rapidly from the effects Of The
beating.
Washington was gratified today to
receive a letter from President Taft,
in the presidents handwriting, in
which Taft expressed sympathy and
confidence.
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to the mines, but if railroad trans
portation could be secured the refin-
cries would be built in Ardmore and
the raw material shipped here for
refining, where a liberal supply of
natural gas could be secured with
a few hours work.
Mr.. Paschal stated that with a
few reftneries that his company can
put in that they can handle two hun
dred thousand tons a day. This
amount seems incredible, but it
illustrates the amount of the asphalt
deposit which the company has at
Woodford.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
ITALIAN COURT OFFICIALS UN-
ABLE TO CONTROL MEMBERS
OF CRIMINAL GANG.
RESULT EXCITING ARGUMENT
Court Forced to Suspend Proceed
ings for a Time Today-Women
Screamed and Tainted, One Seized
With Commissions.

Viterbo, Italy, March 22.-An ex-
citing argument between opposing
counsel in today's session of the Ca
morrist trial provoked a demonstra-
ton from the prisoners cage beyond
the control Of the court officials that
necessitated a suspense in the pro-
ceedings.
The accused men alternately cursed
and sobbed Hundreds of women in
the audience, screamed and tainted.
The wife of one prisoner was seized
with commissions.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
i37 votes, and Owen Gil.

, 637 votes, and Owen Gil.
In the race for school board trus-
tees, there was no contest, two We're
TO be selected from each ward, and
as there were but two candidates
from each ward selected, this race
was easy to forecast,
Bruce and Heffner were chosen
from the First ward, Fraley and
Smith from the Second, Anderson
and Byrne from the Third, Shinholser
and Young from The Fourth.
A singular coincidence in the race
for mayor is the fact that r. l..
Dick defeated Mike German by ex.
actly the same majority that Daw-
son received in yesterdays election,
in their race for the same office
four years ago.
Yesterdays election, although one
of the most active, and one in which
unusual interst was manifested. was
one of the quietest and most or
derly ever held in the city.
There was slight mistake in the
above figures. The telephone commu.
nication that conveyed the figures
to the Ardmoreite last night showed
that lkard had won for commissioner
from the Fourth ward over Owen by
26 votes. The official figures compiled
by the county election board today
shows that Ikard's majority is but
10 votes.
Following is the vote by precincts
in each of the races as given out
by the county election board and is
official:
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
Japanese Minister Sees Taft.

Washington, D. c., March 22.-To
personally set at rest the various ir-
responsible stories published to the
effect that the army maneuvers In
the southwest are in a vague way d.
rected toward Japan, the president in
vited Baron Uchida, the Japanese am
bassador to conference at the
white house this afternoon.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

The man Hilliard referred to in the
Associated Press dispatch was drill
er in the oil fields. He carried an ac-
count with the Guaranty State bank
of this city and checked out here last
December. Mr.. Dings phoned this
morning to Mr.. Sykes, superintendent
Of the oil fields, but no definite in
formation could be obtained further
than that Hilliard was driller. Moth
ing is known of his relatives. The
Guaranty State bank also received
wire from Toledo, Ohio, but they
can furnish no definite information
concerning the unfortunate man.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
NEGROES
ENTER CANADA
HUNDRED AND SEVENTY WITH
SEVEN CARLOADS OF HOUSE.
HOLD GOODS INTO NORTHWEST

Winnipeg, Manitoba, March 22.-
One hundred and seventy negroes
with seven carloads of goods from
southern states, arrived at Emerson,
Manitoba, today and passed the ex-
animation as to their fitness for be-
coming residents of Canada. The
proceedings were closely watched by
United States officials. Those in the
party appeared in good physical con-
dition and were allowed to pass.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
EIGHT KILLED IN
MINE ACCIDENT
MOTOR CAR JUMPED TRACK
KNOCKING OUT SUPPORTS AND
LETTING ROOF FALL ON THEM.

Pittsburg, Pa, March 22-Eight
men were killed today in the Hazel
Mine in East Cannonsburg, when a
motor car in which they were riding
to rooms in the mine. jumped the
track knocking out the supports and
permitting the roof to fall upon them.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
ALLEN TO CHILOCCO.
Supervisor Of Indian Schools Now
Superintendent at ChiIocco.

Arkansas City, Kan, March 22.-
Edgar A. Allen, supervisor of indian
schools in Oklahoma, was today
chosen to succeed John r. Wise as
superintendent of the Chilocco Indian
schools near here.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
N. e. HILLIARD OF OIL CITY WAY
LAID BY ROBBERS NEAR TO-
LEDO, OHIO, LAST NIGHT.
MONEY HIDDEN IN SOCK
HiIliard, Who is Supposed to Have
Resided at Oil City, Had Hundred
and Eighty Dollars Wrapped
Around His Ankles.

Toleda, Ohio, March 22.-With $3.50
in currency wrapped around his
ankles under his socks, the body Of
a middle aged white man thought to
be n. E. Hilliard of Oil City, Carter
County, Oklahoma, was found in
Swan Creek near here last night.
The indications are that he was
waylaid by robbers.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

1t is said that by amounting your
eyes with the milk of human kind
ness you will be able to see good
in your neigrbor.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

The Gainesville Hesperian of this
morning says; DIR. d. W. Conway
and wife of Ardmore are in the city.
having come down to attend the
bedside of j. N. Tyler, who died yes
terday at his home four miles east
of town"
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Occasionally we bump up against
man who hos no use for his friends
unless he can use them.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Some widows shed tears with one
eye and do a googoo stunt with the
other.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

No, Cordelia, a man isn't neces-
sarily tipsy because he tips the
waiter.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Aiming to do right is not enough.
You must score an occasional hit
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Don't forget that people tire of
listening to your grouches.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Even the blind boggar seems to
have an object in view.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Should you get the worst of it.,
try to make the best of it.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Read the Want Ads.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Use the want ads.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22

Our Foundry is in operation. and
we are making fine castings OF all
kinis, we have a few hitch weights
in stock to move quick.
Jones-Evereff Machine Co.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1911-03-22
The Weather

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The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-03-13
OREGON FRUIT LANDS.
ia4 ACRES Of finest CLAW loan

1874 ACRES Of finest clay loan and
sandy loan bottom soil, on banks
OF Rogue river, on county road and
railroad. one-half mile from Wood
vile station, and one-half mile from
$4,000 brick school; the bench land is
timbered and fine sites for building;
house, barn, team, machinery. all for
$4,000. with $4,000 cash, $4,000 April
!, balance easy. Eighteen acres choice
side Hill, fruit land. red soil in Ash
land: fourteen acres in bearing.
peaches, apples, prunes; house barn
and close to $4,000 high school prop
erty; price S11 900. with $4,000 cash.
2 $1,000 acres in Ashland, set to Eng
lish walnuts and peaches; city water
and fine soil; good view for fine home:
price $4,000. with $500 cash. balance
two payments, per cent. Phone
427-J. w. d. Hodgson, Ashland. Ore.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-03-13
Summons.

State OF North Dakota. County OF
Cass.-In District Court, Third Judicial
District.
Northern Pacific Railway Company,
a corporation. plaintiff, VS. Frank Me-
Cabe and Eva McCabe, defendants.--
Summons.
The State Of North Dakota to the
above named defendants:
You and each Of you are hereby
summoned to answer the complaint in
the above entitled action, which il sled
in the Office OF the clerk OF the district
court Of the Third judicial district, in
and for the couny Of Cass and state
of North Dakota, and to serve q copy
OF your answer to the said complaint
on the subscribers at their Office In the
city OF Fargo, in said county and state,
within thirty days after the service OF
this summons upon you, exclusive OF
the day OF such service; and in case
OF your failure to appear on answer,
judgment viii be taken against You BY
default for the relief demanded in the
complaint.
Dated this 18th day of February, 1871.
BALL. WATSON. YOUNG &
LAWRENCE,
Attorneys for Plaintiff,
stern Bldg Fargo, Cass Co. MI.
GFeb. 20, ~, Mar. s, IL, 20. I'D
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-03-13
DICKINSON ELKS
START TO BUILD

Dickinson, n. D.. March 13.-The
Elks of Dickinson have taken definite
steps the past week toward the erec-
ton of their new home on the old
Linsley site.
Edward starck, of the Arm of Claude
4 Starck. architects. Of Madison, Wis.
was I'm Dickinson four days this week,
and closed with the Elk COMMITTEES fer
plans and specifications. The basement
plans viii likely be completed by an
other week and then active operations
will commence.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-03-13
FARM LANDS.

FOR SALE--4S0 acres together. in
the famous county OF Divide; $50
acres under cultivation. small house.
good well, FIVE miles from Ambrose,
good level land, no hills or stones;
every foot of this land can be broke;
only SIS per acre. If you are looking
for a good deal better come right
up, and IL not az I represent 1t
will pay your expense coming here;
$4,000 cash and balance IL necessary
on three years time at per cent,
Address w. A. Priess. Ambrose. N. d.
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-03-13
statesmen WANTED.

statesmen who are ambitious and
able to deliver the goods are want
ed by a strong, reliable company 70
sell the best land proposition on the
market; earnings limited only by abb
iitv of the statesmen; cash commits
sion. exclusive territory, strong Office
cooperation; none but high grade men
need apply; positively will not answer
letters that do not give bank or bust
ness references and personal record
for at least three years. All applica-
tions considered confidential Apply
No. 49,, Chronicle Annex, Houston,
The Fargo forum and daily republican. [volume] (Fargo, N.D.) 1894-1957, 1911-03-13
FARM TO RENT.

FOR RENT-1.10O acres of choice
land, Ave miles east of Georgetown,
Clay county, Mimi; $50 acres plowed
and ready for crop; good buildings;
will furnish seed IL desired; renter
must have plenty Of horses and ma
chinerv TO carry on the work in a
good manner. Address Haag e. Noon
an, Frankfort, s. d.