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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
ENDORSEMENT OF TAFT.

The following resolutions, offered by
Harry B. Quinn, OF Alexandria. were
unanimously adopted by the rcpubli.
c;.n district committee which met here
on the 10th.
Be 1t resolved BY the republican dis
trirt committee OF the Eighth district
Of Virginia in committee assembled:
That the republicans Of the Eigh'h
district OF Virginia are proud OF the
!act that four years ago they fought for
and assisted in the nomination and
election OF Hon. William Howard Taft.
AZ president Of the United States, and
now as another campaign approaches,
on behalf Of the republicans Of the sta"
OF Virginia, we promise President Taft
delegation from the Eighth dl<i'ic,
Of Virginia, pledged to vote for and Use
all honorable mcaus to assist in sccur
ing his nomination aud bis subse,luen
election.
We are proud OF the record William
Howard Taft has made as preside ~
aud we are convinced that il would be
calamity to the republican par,y a
we'll aS tothe country at large not to
recognize such record by giving him
another term. During President Taft 5
rntire administration he has held tbe
cotlnlry within the orderly rule Of Jaw.
! He has looked only to the turlherance
| OF the best Interest Or all the people,
not regarding persf nal cpnven'c..c,' OF
advantage and uEminGfu! at all times
| OF the clamor Of extremists and reck
less aeitators, II, der whatever guist
! they might appear, with peace and
prosperity as the results.
Ills honesty Il purpose, ht$ Fairness,
and his Integrity appeal 10 Us rs they
must to al. lair minded men, and IL
pledgiug our unfa,eriug support, vt
voice cur confidence in the FACT tha'
the rcpuolicau party intends to re-
not mate aud re-cIect hum III tue sarn,
uluophrnt manner rs was done Iuui
| years ago.
II was urGcted by il unanimous vote
OF the committee, that copy oI The
above >rcSoiu,i"u=. be forwarded t
President TAFT.
Signed.
i. L. DOLCE, Chairman
! irilN W GREcG. Secretary.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
THE LATE JOHN RlLEl.
Communicated

MIR Editor:
Permit me through the columns o.
your valuable paper TO say a word
about our mutual friend-John Riley.
God, the great Transformer. whose
wisdom and ways are beyond the com
prehension Of mortal man, has called
the soul OF our friend from its earth
" home to one mot made with
hands, eternal in the heavens, and
we ere again reminded that
Our life is but Il fading dawn.
Its glorious noon. how quickly past.
Lead us, O Christ. when all is gone,
Safe home at last"
Yes, after weeks OF suffering, the
extent Of which 10 one knew but
himself. John Riley is no more
Anxious and tcur-tilled eyes which
watched the BLOOM of youth fade
from his cheek and see The grim
monster daily and hourly gaining the
victory, arc today prostratcd with
sorrow, for loving husband and
kind father has been called home.
Those who knew the subject OF
this sketch are fully aware that nc
pen could write. or mind compre-
bend. all that was noble in him. lie
i presume, had his pccuiiariticS--
who has nut?. But the good that
was cxemplifcd il his daily walk
and action. fully covered any short
coming OF which his humanity was
heir 10, and his friends arc legion.
Working himself up il the good
craccS Of the people. ever having in
view his integrity and loyalty 10
| obligation. he, as 4 poor boy. d
mechanic b. profession. gained a
tuU,luld. and buI for his sad blow
may have attained still further prom
incncc in the business world.
But we must not complain. God
works in a mysterious way his Won
derS to perform. and
" lis ever thus in this our world
first sunlight, then Il cloud.
Orimcs fruition's nearest when the
heart with care is bowed.
Then hopefully and manrully lets
pursue our onward way,
Remembering that the darkest hour
proclams the approach Of day
\ FRIEND.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
TuE NEEDS or THE POOR.

The appeal in behalf Of the poor
on the first page of yesterday Ga
zctte was opportune, and for that rea-
son the publishers of this paper
placed il in a position where it was
sure to be seen BY the thousands VINO
perusc the Gazette daily. That II
will accomplish the purpose TO-
which it was intended goes wilI:"at
saying. The good people OF tHis
community have never been forget
full OF the poor. cTen during times
when normal conditions prevailed,
and good and thoughtful people arc
ALWAYS with us even as is the class
J. to whom they minister. The roh!
. OF the north wind, the beautiful!
snow" and the falling mercury bring
distress 10 many homes. The great
mass of humanity finds it difficult
to prepare for wintry conditions
from the fact that all they can earn
during The pleasant seasons OF the
year is exhausted in procuring Tor
themselves their daily wants. Hence,
bleak winter often finds such nilnGS
fuel and, in measure, suitable lood
to bridge them over the bleak days
which preccde the mellow sunshine
OF spring The soup houses OF by
gone years were q godsend to many
who were fighting hunger. and SUCH
an institution would be opportunr
now. In the larger cities bread lines
have been formed and good people
are cndeayoring 10 supply the I'M
mediate wants Of the hungry and
homeless. The cold wave is still IN
evidence, and under ordinary con-
ditions. several more days Will have
elapsed before its keen edge shall
have become bluntcd.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
FELLOWSHIP OF THE COLD.

You cannot very we'll define ii, but
there is a sort of checriness about a
cold spell that is indefinable. 1t is
not only charity. nor even desire 10
help one another, that comes along
at such a time 1t is an irrepres-
sible impulse TO like one another.
What CHEEKY, fine chap that &C.
livery boy is. Wish ] had little
more Of his red blood" And you
say Good morning" 10 every res
ponsive face in the street car. No
body waits for an introduction when
the big nature has taken little OLD
human nature in its arms.
When the wagon wheels crcak d
Jingle OH the snow large proper
ton of the American people think OF
the woodyile back yondcr.' of the
warm supper that mother on the
farm or in the small town home had
gotten ready for the boys coming in
from the sawbuck or the barn. And
al such thoughts are the wholesom-
est possible-evcn those that bring
back chilblained feet in stony boots
and blearcd eyes and the struggles
with elemental things.
For the primal, elemental things
arc the wholcsomcst Of all.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
SENATOR LORINER'S STOBi.

Senator Lorimcr. Of Illinois, III
his testimony before the Senate coia-
mittce investigating his election. al
fords interesting reading. The Sell
ator told The story of his life with
it's homcly details. Elacking boots
ut the age OF 10 to support Wild
owed mother and five brothers aud
sisters, then cash boy. Il lahore!
wheeling coal. Il hUuscpaiuicr, 4
street car conductor and building
contractor were the successive steps
he detailed in his progress to his
present position rs president OF IA
tional bank.
lie traced ibis way in politics IRON
:" constable To il seat in the United
States Senate. He never went Il
school, and was compelled 10 folio"
the steps OF Abraham Lincoln BY be
ing his own instructor
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
IN OPPORTUNITY.

Senator Fletcher. one Of the young
est and most handsome OF the Nir-
ginia SolonS. now III session III
Richmond, wants Il wife. He ad-
mits the fact, and says most anyone
with a kind disposition will do.
I've been trying to get married
for seven years, says Fletcher, but
nobody seems TO love me. I'm easy
to please. too. only make one de-
mand-and thai is that she isn't a
suifragettc.
The Senator might spend a Sun
day or so in Alexandria resting from
his arduous labors in the Virginia
legislature and vii! no doubt be
able to find someone that will meet
his requirements.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
PUBLISHED DAILY.

The Alexandria Gazette Corporation
ROBERT S. BARRETT, President and
General Manager.
HOWARD W. SMITH, Secretary ana
Treasurer
GAZETTE BUILDING, KING STREET.
Offered at the Posroffice of Alexandra
Virginia, as second-class matter.
TERMS: Daily Il year, $5U; montns
$3.50: 3 months, SIPS: / month, 43 centa
, a .th - ceuLs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

"Hoopskirts are inevitable" says "A
fashion expert. The only redeeming
feature OF hoopskirt is that it can
he used as a parachute in case Of an
aeroplanc accident
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The differences between out her
and gay young lady, Is that the
former kills 10 dress aud the latter
dresses to kill, an.i to DO this a par Of
the Red Gross Shoes sold by Marshall
is an essential
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

There are. some women who never
change their minds just as there are
some men whose automobiles never
break down-because they don't OWL
automobiles.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Newport women have adopted fash
light walking sticks for night stroIls.
A small flash lamp concealed in the
head makes It's presence known when
4 button is pressed. It bahooves the
wise virgins TO keep the lamps
trimmed and burning. o., as It were.
lie tcfa-. rafts~ies -rc>h ard act.rs
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The investigator who has found that
fish can be caught by noise needn't
think he has made great discovery.
That has long been the most effective
way to catch suckers.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

When huying Il cough medicine for
children bear in mind that Cham Dcr-
lain's Cough Remedy is most eucctuai
for colds, Group and whoOping cough
and that it contains no Harmful! drug.
For sale BY ". +. Creighton aur!
Richard Gibson.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Have you secured Il pail OF the Gold
Seal Rubbcrs at Marsha!ls' to protect
you i'll this unexpected turn Of the
clements. We may have more just
ike them and there is no time like the
present to look to your comfort.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

If the Philadelphia Transit CO. is
lowering its car steps for hobb!e skirt
wcarcrs it may confidently expect TO
widen its platforms for hoopskirts.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Magazines that are shipped by
freight are at least congratulaung
themselves on not being completely
sidetracked.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

song writer has been ordered 20
pay 81 a week toward the support OF
his child. Now we may expect an
indefinite number of new rag
SpaSmS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Violet rays kill the germs in foul
water, but there seems to be no violet
ray machine for 1oiitics. However,
the white light Of publicity helps.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The average life Of dollar bill is
sued b. tho government is but Il sin
Gle year. In some hands it would not
stay more than 10 minutes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Football is not al wasted effort.
.ois OF the palc-browed ordinary stu
Tents get excellent exercise in giving
thc college yell.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

\ Seattle clergyman preached from
coffin in the streets and was pail
bcarcd" home. Seattle must be u
hard town to wake up.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

A young actor has married widow
worth S15,O00,O0O 1t was about time
that tic male sex Of stagcland was
recognized.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Vjalnist Kubelk has fled from Chi
ago because it was too noisy here
Tor him. Ned ii be said that he has
cone TO St Louise
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

a new scientific theory concerns til"
diagnosis OF ills by means of the 30.
tents dreams. Still. it would hardly
be fair to dcducc delirium tremcns
from some Nightmares.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

It's our notion that evorrhndy VIII
have TO have his liver regulated and
IN good working order before the mil
lninium can come.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

A baby has been killed by a hot
bag. This comes from departing from
the established and recognized cold
bottle.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Football fatalities have been less
frequent this year than usual The
game is in danger of losing its popu-
larity.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

A New York janitor laughed so hard
at a Joke which his daughter told that
he fell dead AS usual the joke Is sup
pressed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

And the worst of it is. the war be-
tween Turkey and Italy doesn't seem
to be good even for kinematograpn
purposes.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
Swan Bros.
TO The Public.

wish to aunotllce that Alexandria
la a first class Dying and Cleaning
Establishment opened at Us Is n@
street Best of work. Guaranteed
Cleaning. Dyciug. Securing, Altering,
Repairing. Ladies work i specially.
Moderate Prices.
Bell Phone ~. 81 hiiS street.
JOHN MaRSH ALL, Prop.
Alcxaudria, Va.
jan> imu
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The Kings county, New York. jail
Is characterized as disgrace Most
inils are open to the same criticism
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The man who killed himself after
six hours Of married life apparently
was satisfied that a little often goes
great way.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

"Swat the ants!" cries a scientist
Say, savants-mayn't we keep one III
tie insect for pet?
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

China's infant emperor writes mar
velous compositions for one who has
just begun his schooling.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

RI goats milk is cure for inebrletE'
as Is asserted, one would never guess
it BY studying book beer signs.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

No true lover Of nature ever goes
around declaring. in sepulchrai tones
that life is a vale of tears
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The effort to render hazing safe
and sane continues at various eau
cational institutions.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

A man named Ghtconys is missing
In Manitoba. Probably hunting lot
the lost vowel
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

No Chinese revolutionist wears at
any rate a pompadour.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The Chinese revolution seems 70
have got beyond the control Oh lne
police
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Hoopskirts are announced as due
to return But fashion, like ponies
has its rumors that never come true.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

What has become of the cld'lash'
toned open-face applebutter pie!
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Japan's population Is increasing at
the rate of 100000 a year. and the
surplus must go somewhere.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

The autumnal colors are mucn hhe'
than those of the gaudy billboarus'
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Fancy Neg)igee Manhat-
tan Shirts. $3.50 quality
now s1.15
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

Plain White Manhattan
Negligee Shirts. cuffs at
tached or detached. $3.50
quality now Sis
S2.00 qualicy now S .3e
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16
now

Plain White Negligee
Manhattan Shirts. $3.50
quality now 81. -
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1912-01-16

jan> iluo
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15
TAKE PRECAUTIONS ID GUARD EMPEROR Every Stranger Arriving in Zurich Is Being Watched
 by the Police

Zurich. Switzerland September h. Especial. 1.-The German emperors visit to Switzerland is causing con siderable flutter in the Swiss dove cotes. The precautions to be taken by the Zurich police, for instance, almost equal those taken by the Russian pol lice when the Tsar is about to visit provincial town. In fact, the safety of the German emperor has been en- trusted to the care of the military rather than to that of the civil authori- ties. It is Colonel Willie. in charge of the army manoeuvres which the emper- or is to witness, who has been entrust ed by the government with the respon- sibility for the emperors safety. not only in Zurich, but also throughout the Territory where the manoeuvres are to take place.
 The houses near the railway station at which the kaiser is to arrive. and along the streets through which he will pass on his way to the villa where he is to stay, are under special police su- pervision Every householder will be obliged to inform the police authorities beforehand whether he has let any rooms to tourists, or other persons, and, If so who these persons are. Already a special staff of detectives has been told to keep a check on all the peo- pie arriving in Zurich. and ascertain who they are. The police authorities declare that this is very difficult mat
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15
How Dynamite ExpIodes

From barpefS s eeKly.
 It Is the popular impression that dynamite seeks the line of greatest re- sistance. Place a quantity of black powder on rock and light it with fuse It will flash. simply scorching the stone. Place a piece of dynamite on the same rock and the rock will be shattered. Hence the reasoning that dynamite follows the line of greatest resistance. Nothing could be farther from the truth, however. The black powder takes fire and explodes much more slowly than the dynamite. so that the elastic air that ncloses it, as 1t does everything, gives way gradually and the force is lost in the atmosphere
 With dynamite the explosion has been sudden, the attack on the air so instantaneous, that for a fraction of a second it actually resists. The force of the dynamite is so tremendous that II cannot wait and 1t is turned Into the rock. which, for the instant, becomes the line of the least resistance An illustration of this may be seen dur ing display of lightning. A fork of 1t strikes across the sky. It packs the air so densely that it can no longer mak D rapid progress in that direction and It turns aside, to follow the line of least resistance 1t cannot wait for the air to yield. It is the same with dynamite.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15

not become declasses new. category of functionaries appointed according to their merits should be created and given allow ances when their athletic careers are finished. If this is not done, he asks, whot is to become of athletes when they have finished their work? It is argued that athletcism demands the most ab- solute liberty. It must be an amusement and afford interest. If 1t becomes an ob- lgation it cannot succeed, especially in France. Therefore, 1t Is suggested that athletes should be helped by every logical means to improve their positions. since, when they retire from sport they are not like race horses which can be utilized for other work.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15

ter, because of the number of strangers perfectly harmless tourists-always in Switzerland at this time of the year.
 There will. of course, be a number of German detectives closely attached to his majesty's person. Furthermore, the restaurants. cafes, etc, along the streets through which the Kaiser will drive are all to be shut and every one turned out of them some time before his majesty arrives.
 Not only arc all the cantonal police to be drafted into Zurich to help the city police, but 1t Is even proposed to call up 800 firenien as further reinforce inents. Apparently the authorities are losing their heads. No more elaborate measures of protection could have been taken if the whole of the Anarchists of Europe had been expected
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15
Southern Girls Tomato Records

From the Hattiesburg News.
 Miss Susie V Powell says that the Girls Tomato club work is very encour- aging this season. There are 2S16 girls enrolled in these clubs and the unoffi- cial reports received indicate great en- thusiasm and marvellous records for this season.
 When asked If she had heard of Miss Chathams achievement at Petal In put ting up over 2000 cans of tomatoes from the tenth of an acre she said she had, and if the report is true it would mean that. the young lady had practically doubled any previous record in Missis
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15
FEEL SHAKY, BILIOUS, HEADACHY,
 0R C0NST|PATED? TAKE CASCARETS

of the bowels. The effect is almost instantaneous. Ladies whose sensitive organisms are especially prone to sick headaches, need not suffer, for they can be quickly cured by Cascarets. One taken tonight will straighten you out by mornfng-a 10-cent box will keep your head clear, stomach sweet. liver and bowels regular and make you feel bright and cheerful for months. Chill dren need Cascarets, too-they love them because they taste good and never gripe or sicken.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15

passed it was thought these unions would deal with professional matters pure and simple. They had, however, developed into a hotbed of dissension and the government decided to dissolve them.
 noteworthy feature of French life during the last few years is the great in- terest which is taken in athletics. The French are giving a good account of themselves in all branches of sport, and the public are ever ready to admire cham pions when they arise.
 In Sporting, M. Alfred Spitzer dis cusses the after career of the champions when their role comes to an end He sug- gests that in order that champions may
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15
The Teachers Salary

T TU1n 1-IppTICUtC 8. MHgazIne. =
 A country. school teacher was cashing her monthly check at the bank. The teller apologized for the filthy condition of the bills, saying, T hope you're not afraid of mlcrobesr'
 Not 8 bit of it. the schoolmarnl re- piled. I'm sure no microbes could live on my salary"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15

sippi. as the greatest number of cans officially reported in any state was 103O from one-tenth of an acre. This record was made in South Carolina last year. being only twenty cans in excess .ol Mississippis record of 1016 cans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15

Sick headachesi Always trace them 10 lazy liver, delayed. fermenting food n the bowels or a sick stomach. Pol ionous, constipated matter, gases and pile generated in the bowels, instead ,f being carried out of the system, Is feabsorbed into the blood. When this poison reaches the delicate brain tissue t causes congestion and that dull, sick ming headache.
 Cascarets remove the cause by stim- Hating the liver, making the bile and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-15
Tells Positive Cure
 For All Foot Troubles

Science has proven that nearly all foot troubles originate from 9 com non cause: that of injured tissues
 The following information will be welcomed by thousands of victims f daily foot torture. No matter now many patent medicines you nave tried in vain, this treatment which was formerly known only to doctors will do the work. Don't waste time. Get 1t at once. Dis solve two tablespoonfuIs of Calo- -ide compound in a basin of warm