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The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-03-16

North" Madame Anna Bishop in 1857
and 1868, lima di Murska, the Carran-
dinis, the Zavivstowskis, Charlie Back
us, Joe Murphy, Billy Emerson, etc.
AS for panoramas, magicians, glass
blowers, and the like, their number
and variety are confounding.
The experiences of these clever peo-
pie while here must have been a de
light to most of them; though the pro-
fessional who touches for a few hours
or a few DAYS only at this tropical
oasis in the sea-desert on his way to
'or from Australia will hardly realize
the sentimental sadness of those who
have gone down into the Pacific to
astonish the natives, and have found
it no easy task to get over the reef
again at the close of a disastrous sea
son, The hospitality of the hospitable
people is not always equal to such an
emergency; but there are those who
have longed for it ever since they first
discovered that play-acting is not all
work-in one theater, at least.
That marvelously young old man,
the late Charles Mathews, who GER
tainly had a right to be worldweary
if any one has, out of the fulness Of
his heart wrote the following on his
famous tour of the world in 1894:
AT Honolulu, one of the loveliest
little spots upon earth'-he was fresh
from the gorgeous East when he wrote
that-from the Indies, luminous in
honor of the visit of the Prince Of
Wales-'I acted one night by command
and in the presence of His Majesty
Kamehameha ", King of the Sand
wich Islands-not Hoky Poky Wanky
FUN, as enormously reported; and a
memorable night it was.
Il found the theater-to use a tech
nical pression-crammed to sufiioca-
ton, which means very full; though
from the state of the thermometer on
this occasion, suffocation wasn't so in
correct a description as usual.
"a really elegant-looking audience;
tickets ten shillings each, evening
dresses, uniforms of every cut and
/ country; chiefesses and ladies' OF
every tinge in dresses of every color;
flowers and jewels in profusion, satin
play-bills, fans going, windows and
doors all open, an outside staircase
leading straight into the dress-circle,
without check-taker or money-taker.
"Kanaka women in the garden be-
low selling bananas and peanuts by
the glare of flaming torches on a sui
try, tropical moonlight night
] THE whole thing was like nothing
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-03-16

time; basking in the hot sunshine
feeding on the locusts and wild honey
of idleness, they at last, falling in
with some troupe of strolling athletes,
have dashed again into the glttering
ring with new life, a new name, and a
new blaze of spangles the sadness OF
many a twilight in Honolulu has been
intensified by the melancholy picking
of the banjo in the hands of some de
jected minstrel who was coralstrand-
ed as it were. All these conditions
touched us similarly. Reclining in the
restful silence of that room it was
our wont to philosophize over glasses
of emonade-nothing stronger than
this, for Proteus was of singularly
temperate appetites; and there learn
ed much of those whom | knew not
personally, and saw much of some
whom l might elsewhere have never
met.
One day he said to me: You like
music; come with me and you shall
hear such as is not often heard" We
passed down the pretty lane upon
which the stage door opened, and ap-
preached the sea; almost upon the
edge of it, and within sound of the
ripples that Tapped lazily the coral
frontage of the esplanade, we turned
into a bakery and inquired for the
bakers lady. She was momentarily
expected. We were shown into an
upper room scantily furnished, and
from a frail balcony, that looked un-
able to support us, we watched the
coming of a portly female in a short
frock, whose gait was masculine, and
her tastes likewise for she was
smoking a large and handsomely color
ed meerschaum; a huge dog, dripping
sea water at every step, walked de-
murely by her side. Recognizing
Proteus, who stood somewhat in fear
of her, for she was bulky and bolster
Gus, she hailed him with a shout Of
welcome that might have been heard
a block away.
This was Madame Josephine dor
N.Y. whose operate career began-in
America-long age in Castle Garden,
and ended disastrously in San Fran
cisco. Her adventures by land and sea
she was once shipwrecked-will not
be dwelt on here. Enough that she laid
aside her pipe, saluted Proteus with
an emphasis that raised him a full
foot from the floor, and learning that
was from San Francisco, she EN-
braced me with emotion; she could
not speak OF that city without sob
bling. Placing herself at an instru
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-03-16
THE OLD DRAMA In Honolulu


musical and dramatic celebrities, for
they are of a nomadic tribe. AS early
as 1850, Steve Massett-"Jeems Pipes
of Pipesville"-was concertizing here,
and again in 1878. In 1855 Kate Hayes
gave concerts at three dollars per
ticket; Lola Montez and Madame Ris-
tori have visited this capital, but not
professionally. In 1852 Edwin Booth
played in that very theater, and for d
time lived in it, after the manner of
Proteus; among those who have fol
lowed him are Charles Mathews, Herr
Bandmann, Walter Montgomery, Ma
dame Marie Duret, Signor and Signora
Bianchi, Signor Orlandini, Madame
Agatha States, Madame Eliza Biscac-
Giant, Madame Josephine d'Ormy, J.
c. Williamson and Maggie Moore, Pro
fessor Anderson, The Wizard of the
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-03-16

sion. Could anything be jollier?
Sweetmeats and semi-solitude, and the
Kanaka with his sprinkler to turn on 4
tropical shower at the shortest notice.
This youth was a shining example of
the righteousness of his race; he had
orders to water the plants at certain
hours daily; and one day we found
him in the garden under an umbrella,
playing the hose in opposition to a
heavy rain-storm His fidelity estab
lished him permanently in his mas
ter's favor.
Many strange characters found
shelter under that roof: Thespian
waits thrown upon the mosquito shore
who, perhaps, rested for a time, and
then set sail again prodigal circus
boys, disabled and useless, deserted
by their fellows, here bided their
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-03-16
BY CHARLES WARREN s,ToDDARD.

but a midsummer nights dream
And was it nothing to see a whole
pit full of Kanakas, black, brown, and
whity-brown, till lately cam balls, show
ing their teeth, and enjoying Patter
versus Chatter as much as a few years
Rgo they would have enjoyed the
roasting of a missionary or the baking
of a baby?
ut was certainly a page in ones
life never to be forgotten
Let me add that Mr. Mathews is
more amusing than authentic; canni-
balism is unknown in the annals of
the Hawaiian kingdom; if there has
been any human roasting done in this
domain, it has been done since the
arrival of the American missionaries.
That little play house was in it's
day thronged by audiences attracted
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1912-03-16

by very dissimilar entertainments
anything from five acts and prologue
OF melo-drama to a troupe of trained
poodles was sure to transform the
grassy lane into bazaar of fruit-sell-
ers, and the boX-office under the stairs
into a bedlam of chattering natives.
One heard almost as well outside as
within the building; the high, windows
were down from the top, because air
was precious and scarce; banana
leaves fluttered like cambria curtains
before them! if a familiar air was
struck upon the piano in the orches-
ira, the Kanakas lying in the grass
under the garden fence took up the
refrain and hummed it softly and
sweetly, the music ceased, the play
began, the listeners in the street, see
ing no part of the stage-little, in fact,
save the lamp-light streaming through
the waving banana leaves-busied
themselves with talk; they buzzed
like swarming bees, they laughed like
careless children, they echoed the APP
plause of the spectators, and amused
themselves nightly. Measwhile, the
royal family was enjoying the play in
the most natural and unpretentious
fashion. Perhaps it was an abbreviat-
ed version of a Shakesperian tragedy
pTimitively played by limited com
pany; or it may have been the garden
scene from Romeo and Juliet"
wherein Juliet leaned from a balcony
embowered with palms and ferns
transplanted from the garden for this
night only, and making picture Of
surprising loneliness.
Everybody in that house knew
everybody else; a solitary stranger
would have been at once discovered
and scrutinized. 1t was like a social
gathering, where, indeed, Carriages
may be ordered at 1885," but most
of the participants walked home. Who
would not have walked home through
streets that are like garden paths very
much exaggerated; where the melodi-
Gus Kanaka seeks in vain to out
sing the tireless cricket, and both of
them are overcome by the lugubrious
double-bass of the sea?
But to Proteus once more: When
social dinners ceased to attract, when
the clearinghouse grew tedious and
the Chinese restaurant became a bur
den, he repaired to the cool basement
under the stage, a kind of culinary
laboratory, such as amateurs in cook
cry delight in, and there he prepared
the daintiest dishes; he and l often
J partook OF them in Crusoe-like seclu
New-York tribune., 1912-06-09

M. YES, we were hazcd to some extent in
~ my day at Yale, remarked PRESIDENT
Taft, replying to a question:.
The President seemed to be relieved that
he was not asked about politics, legiSIatioh'
offices, or the hundred and one things til''I
make life a burden to the chief executive,
"Wc couldn't sit on the fence during tIie
first YEAR" continued the President, w e
couldn't carry canes unless we had won the
cane rush. That was for the first two terms
During the third term We could carry canes
and even wear high hats. y freshman VINO
felt able and buckcd up enough would carry
Il cane. That would cause a rush, and II tnc
freshmen won they carried their canes II
they lost. they had 10 wait for the third term
"Wrcstng was great sport IN those daI'' ,t.,
And there was where ! was success. ne
President leaned back and laughed over the
recollection. 81 weighed a hundred ana
ninety pounds when was sixteen, he con-
tinucd, "and was as strong as | was large.
was the wrestler for the freshman class the
first year. They settled rs many class dis
p,,tcs rs possible by wrestling, and | was put
forward for my class. The sOphomorcS made
Use Of me in the second year. Every time
the classes met in any kind OF contest or DIS.
putc there was 4 wrestling match, ana hai
to go in. ,, .,..
The rccollcctions amused the President:
He was willing to continue "reminiscences oi
his college days; but gaunt Congressman
came ambling into the room, and knew
that the powers who had granted me tins
brief interview, and the President Il short
respite from official cares, had decided that
he had been off duty long enough for one
dav. and that he must 60 back to the tread
mill
New-York tribune., 1912-06-09
BY ARTHUR WALLACE DUNN

other 1--WE have to stand until we drop.
You'll have to get up"
But, as this decree was not backed up with
actual force, the guest continued to sit
New-York tribune., 1912-06-09
OUIS BENJAMIN HANNA, one Of

T OUlS BENJAMIN HANNA, one OF the
- members Of the House Of Representa-
tivcs from North Dakota, is a nephew OF the
late Senator Mark Hanna; but no one
would ever learn that fact from his bog
raphy in the Congressional Directory or
from any information that Congressman
Hanna would volunteer on the subject. lie
is proud enough Of his father, who IS men
toned in his biographical sketch as Cap
tain in Pennsylvania regiment during the
Civil War Congressman. II. ma IS banker
and owner Of big farms, and, while not 50
rich rs his famous unciI, he has enough OF
this worlds goods to make himself and
family comfortable
New-York tribune., 1912-06-09

n a social gathering attended by former
Speaker Cannon and number OF his
friends, several pieces Of classic music were,
rendered Uncle Joe showed uncasincss, and
looked about for an avenue Of escape: ,
"Why do you want to get away;' asked
one Of his friends. "Don't YOU know that
music hath charms to soothc the savage
breast"
"That's the trouble, replied Uncle Joe.
"Im not a savage They should get savagcs
to listen to that kind Of music.
New-York tribune., 1912-06-09

III, YES, we were hazcd to some extent in
- my day at Yale remarked President
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27
SFECIAL SALE OF FURs

We have just purchased at a great
sacrifice from one of the largest and
most reliable fur houses in the coun-
try without a doubt the greatest line
of furs ever shown In Americas.
We mean to give our trade the
benefit of our bargain and Monday
morning will place on our bargain
counter the entire lot.
This is just the chance to buy your
Xmas furs at great saving.
WARLICK BROS. CO.,
Lamar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27
FLUFFY RUFFLES"
1.-THE SWCGtmGat Unique"

Fluffy Ruffles, the sweetmeat
unique" This is the most widely ad-
vertised candy today and known the
world over for its superior quality
especially made for those who demand
the best; each box composed Of the
choicest Chocolates, Fruits. Honev,
Nuts aud Creamery MIX. II you want
or have the girl. this il the candy,
Fluny Rufiles Sold only at tho Wind
sor Pharmacy. Americas. Ca.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

In order to give more people the OPP
portunity of seeing Jackmans i'm
mense line of fine furs. Mr.. Ellwood
agrees to stay over today. Those who
lave regular accounts with US may
charge their fur purchases if they
r-sh All are invited to see this great
display of fine furs.
- (Advt.l CHAS. L. ANSLEY.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

We are Offering all Dresses, Silk,
Wool and Chiffon, at half price. Not
Dresses brought over from previous
seasons. but all fresh, new goods.
Warlick Bros. Co., Lamar st.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs. S. A. Daniels has as her guests,
at her home on Lee street, Mrs. B. A.
Daniels, of Townsville, and Mrs. A.
C. Brannen. of Roanoke, Ala, who ar
rived yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Carswelrs Liyer-Aid relieves bad
colds, headache, constipation and gives
life and strength to your whole sys-
TEN. Guaranteed by your druggist
(Advt)
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

WE HAVE LISTED some very
choice city and farm property, and
would like to have you call or write
us at once. Mutual Realty Co, ]. A.
Davenport, Mgr. 1S-tf
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

DR.. J. T. Macarthur, a prominent
physician Of Cordele, was in Americas
yesterday, witness before the grand
jury in the Allison case.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Remember that reliable Hot Water
Bag is good Christmas gift Murray
& Hooks have a new shipment.
27-2t-(Advt)
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Misses Ethel Loving and Louise
Williford are guests this week of Mrs.
Ralph Newton in Fort Valley.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mr. Thomas G. Hudson is spending
today in Columbus, called there upon
business
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Miss Sallie Morgan, of Pineview,
Ca. is a visitor at the home of her
brother, Mr.. L. A. Morgan.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Man is made Of dust, and dust set
ties. Are you man. Call at Muir.
ray & Hooks for your account
(Advt) 27-2
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Messrs. J. F. Souter and King Still
man were two of Webster county's cit
liens here yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

:. Margaret Morgan has gone to
Bronwood as the guest of Miss Freddie
Bryant for few days.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Xmas Gifts now ON display. Dan.
iels, the JeWeieE.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

We have Partisan Ivory Sets for
Christmas gifts. They are very ele-
CANT. Call at Murray & Hooks
(Advt) 27-2;
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Break that cold by using Rexall
Cold Tablets-25c. Murray & Hooks,
Of course-tAdyt) 27-2t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs Moses Harvey and Mrs. Edgar
Zimmerman, of Plains, were visitors
in Americas yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

The friends of Mrs. Alice C. Morgan
are pleased at her recovery from re-
cent illness. She has left the hospital.
and is again at her home en- Lee
street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Messrs J. R. and n. A. Stokes, of
Buena Vista, were visitors in Ameri-
Gus yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

For few days only, all Dresses at
half price. Warlick Bros. Co.. Lamar
St
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

New shipment of Rag Music a
Bells, the Jeweler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

FUR DISPLAY AGAIN TODAY AT
AISLEY'S.
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SPECIAL MENU served at the
Windsor Hotel Thursday evening from
6 till s, Thanksgiving Day. Better
phone the management today for your
reservation. Windsor Hotel.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mr.. W. A. Johnston, of Forsyth, was
in Americas yesterday upon a bust
ness mission.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mr.. L. G. Potter, of Gaffney. S. c., is
a visitor in Americas for short
while.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Long training, thorough experience
and education are the advantages you
get when Murray & Hooks fill your
prescriptions -(Advt.) 27-2t
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Miss Willie Jones, of Montgomery
has come upon visit of some length
to her aunt, Mrs. ]. A. Pinkston, at
her home on Taylor street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs. Joseph Poole has gone to Sum-
ter upon a visit of several days to her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Webb.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs. Clifford Bruton, of Atlanta, left
yesterday to visit friends in South
Georgia after a visit at the home of
her brother, Mr.. J. w. Hightower.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Save that dinner hour by getting a
dandy Oyster Stew in three minutes
at Murray & Hooks, of course Advt)
I27-2t
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JACKMAN'S FURS ON SALE AT
ANSLEY'S TODAY.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Miss Marie Porter has gone to Ca
milla upon visit of several days to
relatives.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Miss Susie McTyier and Miss Wise,
of Plains, were visitors in Americas
yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs. A. F. Hodges and Miss Ruth
Hodges were among the many holiday
shoppers here yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

FOR SALE-One five-room, very
desirable residence on Jackson ave-;
just completed; has electric lights,
water and sanitary connections. See
Ct. NJ. Bragg 24-7t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Miss Grace Sheahan goes to Rich
land today as the guest of friends for
the Thanksgiving holiday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

JACKMAN'S FURS on SALE AT
ANSLEY'S TO-DAY.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs. T. E. Maultsby has come from
Albany, upon visit to her mother,
Mrs. U. S. Lockett, at her home on
Forrest street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

DISPLAY AND SALE OF FURS TO
DAY AT ANSLEY'S.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Miss Condor and Miss Williamsl
teachers in the city schools, will go
today to their homes in Palmetto and
Eatonton, respectively, to spend the
holiday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

MIR. J. p Wormack, of Columbus,
was among others from that city here
yesterday on business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

BUY TODAY AND CHARGE YOUR
FUR PURCHASES ON DECEMBER
ACCOUNT AT ANSLEY'S.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

FOR RENT-Five room house on
Dodson street; possession Dec. list.
Phone Bill 27-tf
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DISPLAY AND SALE OF FURS TO.
DAY AT ANSLEY'S.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mr.. Cobb Summerford, of Cobb, Ga.
was in the city yesterday on business
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

WEAR "Ever-Wear Hosiery. We
are now selling them for men, wo-
men and children at Csc per pair w.
j. Josey. 24-3t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs. Samuel Beall, the guest of Mrs
8. H. Mckee, returned to her homc
in Atlanta yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27
w ant Ads

REMBERT'S' Almond Lotion cures
chaps in a night
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WANTED-Man with family to work
40-acre corn crop, two miles from
town; good house; will pay $500 for
the labor and attention to hogs, and
cows; nice little job to right man See
F. w. Griffin. 26-t3
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mrs. Floy Oliver, ORPHANS, is spend :
ing the week here, the guest of Mrs.
George Oliver
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

Mr. H. 0. Jones, as attorney for the
Misses Caldwell, left yesterday for
Shreveport, La, to look after landed
interests they have there.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

TAKE ADVANTAGE of reduction
on Hotpoint Irons, Toasters and Ell
Grillo. Phone 157. McBath Electric
Co. 26-8t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

MIR. R. L. Foreman, wellknown At
lantan, was visitor in Americas yes
terday morning.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1912-11-27

FUR DISPLAY AGAIN TODAY AT
ANSLEY'S.