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Evening journal., 1912-02-20
BRAVE SHIFTER ENGINEER
AVERTS RAILROAD HORROR

maximum of 30 miles an hour, but It
was enough to reduce the shock OF
the collision. The box car was sprint
cred. both locomotives we're badly
damaged and Firemen Lane and Cope
land were Injured. but nobody in the
passenger cars was hurt
she only thing that saved us. was
the action OF the shiftor in pulling
away" said Engineer Seitz Of the
flyer. "Fralcy could have jumped and
got away but he stuck to his throt-
tie and rskod l,is life to safe the pas
sengcr train.
he flyer proceeded east with new
locomotive after a short delay. The
day following the wreck Of the Penn
sylvania Limited az Warriors Ridge
last week the flyer met with another
accident al Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
WEATHER BUREAU
EQUIPMENT COMES

The Street and Sewer Department
this morning received from Washing
ton the shelter house and rain gdaso
to be used In connection with the
meteorological department to be con-
Quoted here. The shelter house rs
painted white and resembles a large
chicken coop. II is used for the shell
Ter OF the thermometers, which viii
arrive later City Engineer A. ]. Tay-
lor is TO be the local weather man.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
rMO NORKMEN INLrREp.

Thomas Hamley, aged II years, Of
No. 326 Eighth avenue, while workins
near riveter az the plant Of the
Harlan and Hollingsworth Corpora
tion this morning was struck in the
right eye by the plunger of the ma
chine The Phoenix ambulance look
him to the Delaware Hospital The
man will not lose his sight
While at work in the same plant
this morning, J. Il. Bunting, aged 90
years Of No. 622 West Fifth street, a
plumbers helper sprained his back
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
CURRENT FyENTs PROGRAM.

At the Current Events Glass this
morning, Mrs. Norman S. Huxley gave
a talk on THE Chant Of tho Mass, y
illustrating the talk with voice and
piano
Mrs. G.. II. p. English discussed
modern plays; Miss pritchett read,
Committing Matrlmony," and Miss
Green spoke OF the emigration
problem.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
URGE JUDGE BRADFORD
FOR HIGHER u. S. COURT

Judge Edward G. Bradford. of the
United States District Court, of this
city. is to be urged for appointment
TO the United States Circuit Court of
Appeals for the Third district. to
fll the vacancy caused by the death
of Judge William NJ. Lanning, of
Trenton. y. J. Judge George Gray,
of this city. is member Of the Cir
cult Court of Appeals for the Third
circuit.
A delegation of members of the
Delaware bar will go TO Washington
in q day or two TO urge President
Taft TO advance Judge Bradford to
the Circuit Court Of Appeals. Aside
from the honor Of being a judge Of
the higher Federal court, the appoint
Evening journal., 1912-02-20

ment also would mean an increase OF
$1,000 year in salary should Judge
Bradford be selected. Circuit judges
receive $1,000 year and district
judges $4,000 year.
It is understood that some viii
mington lawyers have received intim-
idations from high sources that, the
President would be glad to consider
judge Bradford for the appointment.
as the President was much impressed
with Judge Bradford when he was
urged for appointment TO the United
States Supreme Court.
Should Judge Bradford be advanced
i'm all probability Delawarean
would be appointed district judge TO
succeed Judge Bradford.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20

years, and at times became 50 bad
would become unconscious. have been
found in that condition many times.
Physicians did not seem TO be able 70
do rae any good. I would become
weak and for days at a tine could do
no work Not long ago I got q box
Of Dr. Miles Laxative Tablets, and
after using then found I had never
tried anything that acted IN such
mild and effective manner. I believe
have at last found the remedy that
suits my case"
Thousands OF people are sufferers
from habitual constipation and
while possibly realizing something
of the danger of this condition, yet
neglect too long to employ proper
curative measures until serious i'll
ness often results. The advice. Of
all physicians is, keep your bowels
clean" and it's good advice.
DR.. Miles Laxative Tablets are
sold by all druggists, at IS cents a
box containing 7s doses. IF not
found satisfactory, your money is
returned. .
MILES MEDICAL CO., EIkhsrt, Ind
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
$22,l29 FROM
THE PARKER SALE

Martin B. Burris, receiver for the j.
c. Parker and Son Fibre Co, will re-
port TO Chancellor Curtis tomorrow
the sale of the plant The real estate
sold at $4,000. and the personal prop
erty at S13,l29.S2 making a total Of
S22,12e.S2. When offered in bulk the
property was sold 70 Edward Taylor
of the American vulcanized Fibre
Company.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
EXPLOSION
VICTIMS IMPROVE

William Brennan and Peter Catonia
employees Of the Wilmington Gas Com
pany who were injured in tho explo-
sion at Sixth and Franklin streets
yesterday, were much improved this
morning. Il was stated at the Home
opathic hospital that both men we're
resting comfortable. Catonia mas no
bones broken but is still suffering
from shock. Brennan, while badly
bruised. has his right arm broken.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
WANT
OROzCO AS
THEIRCHIEE
Declared Loyalty to Nader
ReCestIy and May Reject
the Offer
INSURGENTS PREPARING TO
MARCH ON MEXICAN CAPITOl
BY The United Press.

BY The United Press
Ell PASO. Texas, Feb 20.--Genera
Pasqual Orozco. commander OF ruralc
under the Madero government an
supposed to be Madero's right han
man, was appointed Commander-in
Chief of the vasuuista forces in man
ifesto issued today at Cssas Grandcs
where the Vasquistas are gathere
preparatory to their march to Mexic
City.
Orozco. who is in chihuahua am
has not accepted the command, In
statement he issued recently to tn
United Press declared his unfalter
ing loyalty TO Madero and the Nader
lists expect him to reject the rebel OF
fer
Aristarco Carascosa, wealthy citl
zen of Juarez. Is under arreste
charged with iuciting a rict. Captail
Carlos Espiopsa, OF rne Juarez garri
son has also been arrested, charge
with melting the men Of the garri
son TO revolt and more arrests ar
scheduled for tonight in Juarez as
result OF tho recent disorders there
The arrests follow the resumption o
federal control Of the city.
From reports received today severa
hundred rebels under General Salaza
arc operating near Juarez and ther
ie fear OF an attack Vasquistas
Casas Grandes are said TO numbe
1000 and Il is said the march frou
that city south. viii be started wit
$500 men Torreon and Parral ar
expected TO fall Whenever a determip
ed attack is made. The Vesquitata
thus far have devoted their attention
10 the smaller towns surrounding
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
NEW YORK BANks To MERGE.
By The United presg


NEW YORK, Feb. 20-The Manhat-
tan Trust Company announced today
that arrangements for It's merger with
the Bankers Trust Company have
been completed. The capital stock Of
the new concern will be S100O0,000.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
Sore Throat or rIouth.

When the mouth OF throat is irritated
or diseased you hsve the common ailment
Of Sore Mouth or Sore Throat. II not
quickly cured, you are in danger Of con-
tractinQ more serious or even fatal mala-
dies such as Group, Quinsy, Tonsilitis or
Diphtheria. No other remedy will cure
Sore Throat or Sore Mouth so quickly,
20 surely "a TONSILINE because
TONSILINE is the one remedy especi-
ally made for that purpose. r>
You'll need T0NSiLINE one OF Cd
these davs, or some night when the N
dug store Is closed--better have
bottle ready at home when you
need it most. 25c. and 500. Eos Ia
pital Size f100 All Druggists. VI
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
TO STUDY CHARTER.

A synopsis of the proposed new
charter will be submitted TO the Will
mington Civic Association at the next
meeting. Thursday has been sug-
gested as the meeting night. but the
date will not be settled until the meet
ing of the directors this afternoon.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
BUnDING PERMITS GRANTED.

Building Inspector Cassidy this
morning issued permits to the follow
ing: ]. b. Rhoades and Son Company
for a shelter shed, at Eleventh and
Bayard avenue, TO cost $500, and TO
Alfred Downward for an addition 10
the building at No. 400 West Ninth
street, for John B. Martin, costing
S120
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
DEATH OF LANES B. CLARK.

James B. Clark died in Delaware
City yesterday, aged IS years. The
funeral services will be held from his
sisters home, Mrs. Sallie Peoples, in
Delaware City. on Thursday morning,
at II o'clock lnterment will be III
Drawers Cemetery.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20

NJ any cases OF
typhoid fever.
appendicitis and
other severe dis
eases are trace
able 70 prolonged
clogging Of the
bowels. Regard
the effects Of
constipation, c.
l.. Ayers, 8 Sabin
St. Montpelier,
Vt, says:
Il was afflicted
with constipation
and biliorsnres for
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
FEBRUARY COURT NEARs END.

The Superior Court is expected q
end IFS February term work tomor
row. This afternoon the court hand
ed down decisions on two demurrer
in cases argued before the court a
the present term.
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
HELEN =. NOsTRAND DEAD.

The funeral Of Helen z. Nostrand,
who died yesterday, will take place
from No. 2O2 East Fifth street at ?
o'clock on Thursday afternoon
Evening journal., 1912-02-20
Constipation, if Neglected.
Causes Serious Illness

Constipation, il neglected, leads
to almost innumerable oomplica-
tons affecting the general health.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-04-06

he was rather inclined to do more for
her His kindly preference had set
Harriet wild. All along she had had
her mind set on marrying Ellis Ben.
son She was tired OF the rich and
tranquil countryside. She wanted q
husband who would take her GU, into
the thick of things. Further. as an
only child aud heiress. she had grown
up rather spoiled TO think that the
best OF everything was her due Nil.
dred's charm for her had lain in a Ger.
tain loving generosity, which made her
not merely willing bat eager 20 give
Harriet, in everything. the first place.
Benson had come home in mldsum-
mer. In September he had gone away
for a while. Now In late October his
aunt. Mrs. Lane. mistress OF Elba. the
show place OF the neighborhood. was
giving a garden party. which she call.
ed her ehrysanthemum show.
Ellis was coming back for it-so
much everybody knew Therefore
Harriet had ordered three new frocks
for II. partly because she could not
make up her mind as TO one. partly
also by way Of triumphing over Mil.
bred. who could do no more than
make over her grandmamma's pink
brocade Time had softened II and.
thanks 20 hobble skirts. the pattern
was ample. When AZ last the frock
was finished. touched here and there
with cobweb yellow lace. and won
derfully fitted 20 Mildred's lissome
slimness. Il had truly an air OF Paris.
all the more that she had put into 1t
the veriest gllnts OF blue. exactly
matching her string Of turquoises.
There was Just a hint OF the same
blue amid the fuzzy feathers OF her
wide-brlmmed white hat Altogether.
when at last she whs ready 10 go.
Anne was not far wrong in saying.
with a regretful sigh:
ITS a shame 10 let You waste your
self-looking as you debut you al.
ways were too hard-headed for any
thing"
The middle path. the short cut 10
Elba ran squarely into the main drive
as II curved in from the highway The
path led over a stile in hedge. Gun.
ningly hidden By tall shrubs Mildred
had got safely over this stlle. and was
settling herself to walk the rest of the
path serenely. when the wind flew at
her, almost wrenching on her hat. and
wrapping her long coat so closely
about her abe could barely move.
There was nothing for II but to so
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-04-06
Probably He Had To.

"a real smart lawyer can do almost
anything" said Aid Max Grass. in re-
lating certain court action 1T re
minds me OF story
Some wears ago. man was arrest
ed. charged with stealing watch and
chain. He engaged as his lawyer one
Of the best men in the city on criminal
law.
THE man was brought 10 trial.
Testimony was given by both sides.
All material testimony by the prosecu-
ton was broken down by the attorney
for the defense When the trial end
ed, all that the prosecution had es,ab.
lished was the fact that the watch and
chain were missing
"'You are discharged said the
court 10 the prisoner"
THE prisoner stood irresoluie.
DO you understand asked the
court You are discharged
"Still the prisoner stood mute.
"'You are discharged again said
the court Is there anything else that
you want
"'Yes. Judge answered the man. 1
would like 10 know whether or not ]
have TO return the watch and chain?'"
Milwaukee Free Press.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-04-06
The Way of
The Wind



The wind was the occasion-the
cause lay much deeper. A tricksy
south wind. fitful and hawy. now
zephyr-sofi. now blowing in mad
swirls; you simply could not count on
what It might or might not do espe-
clally 10 hats perched perilously upon
newly brushed soft puffs.
Mildred had put on her undnlant
crown. manifestly false, but very be-
coming. with more than maiden pride
Anne. her elder sister. distressIngly
truthful person. had watched her be-
tween criticism and admiration. and
had ended by saying:
You'd better wait for Harriet. Sure
as you walk. II the middle path Is so
sheltered. you'll get to Elba tag-rag =
Mildred had shaken her head smil-
ing an uneasy smile. She had planned
10 go in the gray auto with Harriet.
her best chum That was before Har-
riet had risen TO heights OF patroniz-
ing condescension-root apparently
in Mildred's need OF the favors done
her
No girl OF spirit could endure that
not even though she knew the real
root of the matter wore trousers and
answered 10 the name OF Ellis Benson.
He was fairly rich. more than fairly
good looking, OF an adventurous tenn
per that had sent him around the
world. ostensibly on business. but
more for the sake of seeing sights
and wonders He had been wandering
three full years. which In their pass
ing had transformed Harriet and MIL
bred. the pig.tailed pair he had loved
TO pet and tease. into full-hedged
young women. He had brought them
strings OF beads-turquoise for fair
Mildred. coral for dark Harriet-and
had not dreamed OF anything but
clasping the strangs about youthful
throats. and taking kisses In reward.
When he had actually made the gifts.
presenting them stifily. albeit his eyes
twinkled. he had laughed inwardly-
perhaps at his own former folly.
He liked them II they had grown
up-and very nearly equally But since
Harriet had so much. Milly so little.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-04-06
ACTUAL STARVATION.
Facts About Indigestion and lts Re-
lief That Should interest You.

Although Indigestion and Dyspepsia
ARE SO prevalent, most people do not
thoroughly understand their cause and
cure There is no reason why most
people should not eat anything they
desire II they will only chew il care.
fully and thoroughly. Many actually
starve themselves into sickness through
fear Of eating every good-looking, good
smelling. and good-tastlng food. be
cause it does not agree with them.
The best thing to do Is To lit your
self to digest any good food.
We believe we can relieve Dyspep-
sia. We are 81 confident Of this fact
that we guarantee and promise 20 sup
ply the medicine free Of all cost 10
every one who will use 1t. who IS nor
perfectly satisfied with the results
which Il produces. We exact no prom
Uses. and pa; no one under any obliga-
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and our reputation should be sufficient
assurance of the genuineness OF our
offer
We WNWi every put At'NRa'h WIN
Indigestion or Dyspepsia in any form
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according to directions Then. II not
satisfied come 10 us and get your mon
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the digestive organs. and TO promote a
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a PC package Of Rexall Dyspepsia
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In ordinary eases. this IS sufficient to
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a longer treatment. Of course is nee
essary, and depends upon the severity
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and Sl.0o Remember, you can obtain
Rexail Remedies IN this community
only at our store-The Rexall Store
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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-04-06

forward. head on. seeing no moro OF
the way than the next step.
Thus. when the path ended in the
main road. she ran plump into Ellis
his own amazement He was thinking
hard-Mlldred bumped against him be-
fore he was fairly aware OF her pres
ence. He caught her gently In his
arms. saying with laugh:
Has the sky fallen that am catch
ing lark"
why, Its the wind--and this
rubbish-y hat" Mildred painted. putting
both hands up to straighten the brim
of her headpiece.
Ellis surveyed II critically 1T is
not exactly walking hat. he said.
"Now-why didn't you walt for your
fairy godmother's coach.and-sixty
horse power? A car making Its own
wind. can beat this small disturbance
hands down
Fairy godmothers went out with
Santa Claus Mildred said. blushing
family. but trying TO ignore the under
meaning OF his words.
He shook his head at her "a
skeptic" he said sorrowfully. What
am I going to do about Il? want her
to believe-oh. a great many things"
What sort OF thlngs?" Mildred
asked. still clutching her hat. But
wait and tell me after have found
shelter she added. making TO walk on.
The wind blew harder than ever. In
her swathing skirt. she could barely
mince. and even mincing she tottered.
Benson steadied her. made himself a
shield. and ran on:
"One .s--the reason I went away.
Did you really believe II was bust
ness?"
81 didn't know" Mildred said sim
ply-but her heart was beating fast.
Benson looked down at her with p
kindly quizzical smile 1T was-the
greatest OF all business he said AN
effort ,o-know my own heart"
Indeed" Mildred vouchsafed. draw.
ing little away. In fear he might
overhear the riot of her blood.
He nodded. 81 need a wife" he
said. dispassionaJely 81 knew 1.-THE
minute saw you-and Harriet Both
of you seemed exactly made for me-
yet. society 10 so narrow, had TO
choose"
"You were sure OF us. supposed"
Mildred interrupted
He shook his head. 81 was sure
of--nothlng." he said. Not all the
time ! was gone--l came back as I'M.
certain"
Here the wind took stronger hand
blew and blew until perforce he
drew Mildred well within his arms.
The blast drowned the purring OF a
motor moving so laggardly one knew
II must very soon stop dead Stop II
did. Just level with the pair: a voice
from within said, with an underacid
note:
"Congratulations-if they are in or
der"
They are" Benson said. gravely.
AT least ! hope So" lifting Mldred's
hand 10 his lips. In her ear he added:
Darling. the wind chose for me The
minute It flung you in my arms
knew"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-04-06
DANGER PERIOD
OF WOMANS'LIFE
FROM As to so
Interesting Experience of Two
Women-Their Statements
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The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-06-14

Los Angeles, June 14.-When-
Amasa Chase and his wife, after
20 years in Mexico, stepped from
the U. S. transport Buford on to
American soil here, they both
drew long breaths, and then, with
one voice, exclaimed:
"God blessrthe United Statesp'
Chase is z2.years old; his wife
is II. Their,home in Mexico was
destroyed by Pasquale Orzoco's
rebels, and it was only good for
tune and quick wits that saved
them from torture, and perhaps
death.
Chase and his wife were only
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1912-06-14
Anasa His Wife as They Reached Home Again After
20 Years '7.-s -! Et=

= r-,-- ss--
two of over 200 American refu-
gees from the country where big
Business" is fighting the, indie
.pendence of people. All the
refugees tell stories Of blood and
horror, most of which. were caus-
ed, not by the rebels, but by ban
dts, taking their opportunity
while Mexico is rent by civil war.
Dear Snapshots-Can you tell
me, what is the remainder of the
quotation beginning, Man pro-
poses?"
Certainly. Man. proposes wo-
man opposes!
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1912-08-02
To Whom II May Concern.

Notice is hereby given to all parties
interested that the street Improvement
certificates covering the cost and ex-
rense Of street Improvement made on
Second street from Church street TO
Lincoln street, are now prepared ready
for delivery to the contractor, and all
parties against whose property or
against whom a special assessment was
levied by resolution Of the city council
Of Marshalltown, Iowa, and Of date
,, July %, 1912, for the cost and expense
of the above designated improvement
who desire to avail themselves Of the
extension of time for the payment Of
seven equal installments, with s per
thirty days after the I'd day Of August,
1912. appear at the office Of the city
clerk Of said city and agree In writing
ty endorsement on said certificate or
certificates, or in a separate agree
ment, that, in consideration Of having
the right to pay such assessment or
assessments in installment, as afore-
said, they waive all objections as to H.
legality or irregularity In their assess
ments and the prior proceedings with
reference to the said improvements,
and that they will pay the same. with
interest at per cent per annum. az
provided by law and the ordinances
governing the same.
Dated this I'd day OF August, A. D.
1912.
Published An the Times Republican
Aug. 2 and Aug. 3. 1912.
L. Derby aOify Clerk