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The Washington times., 1912-02-24

These are the facts, stripped of all
their heartrending details, of a story of
gradually cooling affection, finally deser-
tion, and the last resort of a broken
hearted mother to save herself and
baby from starvation. Almost unbe-
hevable was the tale told by Mrs. Anna
Surdarskie, early today, of how her
husband had deserted her. leaving her
and her seven-month-ol baby, Helen,
to starve in their little home in the
rear of 90 Prince street.
There, in her two rooms, barely fur
nished but scrupulously clean, with but
a crust of black bread and small
quantity of milk in a bottle for the
baby, and unable to speak the English
language, the mother cheerfully said
that she would not mind If 1t was not
for Helen.
II don't want to part with my baby"
Mrs. Surdarskie said through an inter-
prefer, but now / have to work, and
how can i look after her? If I could
only haXe some one take care of her for
time until / could earn some money
would be happy, but IL not l suppose
will have to part with her."
When told that she could seek redress
in the courts and force her husband to
provide for her the fear and knowledge
of the So-called justice of her native
Russia caused a frightened look to
come to her eyes as she said: mo. no:
then he will beat me and kill my baby
All / want IS to be left alone. | will
work IL only my baby is cared for
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
ARCHDEACoN WILLIAMS LIST.

ARCHDEACON WILLIAMS LIST.
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The Washington times., 1912-02-24
REMARKABLE RECORD
FIesh-formIng Food ThRt Succeeds
Nearly Every Time

A man or woman might as well
starve outright as TO take food into
the stomach and not have It assini-
lated. yet in washington. as well as in
every other town and city, there are
many people who are thin. pale, and
seem underfed. simply because the food
they eat Is not assimilated. and fails
TO make good blood and firm flesh.
Samose. the wonderful flesh-forming
food. taken before or after meals. min
glos with the food, so that It Is assirni-
lated by the system and makes rich
blood and pleasing plun'pness. No one
can use II for a week or ten days with
ont noticeable gain In weight. Sta
tistics show that out of every one hum
dred people who commence the use on
Samose, 9S will find a full gain in
weight and restoration of health and
strength.
Anyone who is thin, weak. scrawny
and emaciated can put SOC on deposit
with James O'Donnell and take home a
box of Samose. If the treatment does
not give a noticeable increase in good,
firm flesh and restore strength and
health. he will return the money with
out any questions.
Sent postpaid on receipt Of price, Soc.
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
OF BABES
SAYS NURSES ABUSE
PROMPTED HER ACT
Woman Gave Tots Acid to
Get Hospital Attaches in
Trouble.

NEW YORK. Feb. 24.-A formal
charge of murder was lodged today
against Winifred Ankers, the attendant
at the Brooklyn Nursery and Infants
Hospital who confessed that she muir
dered eight babies by placing oxalic
acid in their food. She was then re-
manded without bail to await the action
Of the coroner. Meanwhile the district
attorney will have alIenists examine
her. as he considers It certain that she
is insane. Officials of the nursery, how
ever, said today they believe the woman
sane.
1t was not until the police threatened
that the Ankers woman told of her
crime. Then she broke down and after
a fit Of Mysteries that required medical
treatment she said she had placed the
poison In the babies bottles.
Plot Against Nurses.
But I never intended TO kill the little
dears," she walled. THE nurses had
been terribly mean to me and had
abused me and just wanted to make
the babies sick so that the nurses would
get into trouble. They weren't treat
ing the children right anyhow"
But while the police are satisfied that
the Ankers woman poisoned the chill
dren. they have ordered a rigid investi-
CATION of the allegation that she could
not have done so had proper care been
taken by those on duty In the hospital.
The admission by some Of the nurses
that other children escaped death mere
ly because they happened to notice that
their nursing bottles were full, while
they were satisfied they were entitled
TO only three ounces, has led to the be-
lief that the charts were not properly
kept in some instances.
The authorities also are puzzled to
understand how it was that the Ankers
woman could have been able to con-
tinue putting poison In the bottles after
the first case of sickness was discov-
cred.
Explanation Demanded.
She says that she poisoned all of the
bottles on Saturday night, but this part
of her story Is not believed. The fact
that only two Of the children were
taken i'll on Sunday and that the others
did not get sick until later in the
week proves concluslVely, the police
say, that the woman went again and
again to poison the food of the help
less infants. They have demanded from
the hospital officials an explanation of
why, after 1t was certain poisoner
was at work, the milk supply was not
placed under lock and key. Had that
been done six or eight lives might have
been saved.
The Ankers woman, according to the
police has had hard life. AS an in
FAINT she was committed to an orphan
age and when five years old was
adopted by a Mrs. Ankers. The latter
died when the girl was nineteen, and,
left without a protector, she fell into
evil ways. When her baby was born
last June she went to the hospital and
asked for place to work so that she
would not be separated from her child
She got SO a month and maintenance.
She recently complained that all Of the
nurses were abusing her.
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
Theological Student
Raves Over Religion

James Jones, seventeen years old, a
coiorcd theological student at Howard
University. is in the Washington Asy-
lum Hospital today for observation as
to his mental condition.
Jones was found last night by Police
man Hopkins, of the Third precinct,
lying on his back in a semI-conscious
condition, in the gutter at Twenty fifth
and N streets northwest. Hopkins
called an ambulance, and all the way
to the hospital Jones flung his arms in
cessantly and exhorted about religion.
The police say his mind had apparently
been temporarily affected from over
study,
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
Champ Clark Club
Pitches Into Fray

The Champ Clark Club of the Dis
trict of Columbia, pitched into the Pres
idential fray today, following an enthu-
siastIc meeting of the Speakers admir-
ers at the old Masonic Temple last
night. Three hundred or more District
Democrats gathered and formed the
parent organization and it is planned to
have Champ Clark Clubs as branches in
twenty-five wards of the Capital.
The virtues of the Speaker were ex-
tOlled and his qualifications for the
Presidency glowingly pictured at the
enthusiastic gathering last night
Among the speakers were Congressman
TaggaTt of Kansas, Ferris of Oklahoma
and Russell of Missouri. Fulton r.
Gordon presided as temporary chairman
and short speeches eulogistic of Speaker
an old Democratic warhorse Of the Dis
trio; John B. COlpOys. secretary of the
Central Labor Union, and Mr.. Gordon.
The Washington times., 1912-02-24


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The Washington times., 1912-02-24
BOOKS FOR LENTEN
READING ARELISTED
Monsignor William T. Russell, D. D.. Names Series of
Volumes Suitable for Catholics, While Archdeacon
Williams Cites List for Protestant Readers


piled
issued by today
and will
remain
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
MOTHER, DESERTED
BY HUSBAND, TRIES
TO GIVE AWAY BABY
New Jersey Woman, Unable
to Provide for Child, Seeks
Foster Parent.

NEWARK, N. j., Feb. PIPER
sonal-Home wanted for baby giry;
will give full surrender If necessary.
DESERTED MOTHER,
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
ITALIAN WARSHIPS
BOMBARD BEYROUT
Population In Panic Flees From
Syrian Seaport City. Tourists
In Danger.

LONDON, Feb. 2L-A dispatch today
from Beyrout, the chief seaport Of
Syria, said that three Italian warships
started to lombard the city shortly be-
fore noon. Shells burst In the princi-
pal streets, and 1t was feared that the
casualties would be heavy.
The population was I'm a panic and
many residents fed to the interior.
1t was feared here the lives Of for
elgners might be In danger. Tourists
on their way to Jerusalem often stop
off at Beyrout, which has a population
of 10000, and is one of the most in
terestlng cities. In Asiatic Turkey.
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
Rites for Mrs. Smith
To Be Held Tomorrow

Funeral services for Mrs. Lydia.
Smith, wife Of Peter Curtis Smith, who
died at her home, Sl7 c street south
west, as the result of paralytIc stroke
last night. will be held at the home to-
morrow afternoon. The Rev. Benjamin
+. Meeks, pastor Of the Ryland NJ e
Church, where Mrs. Smith was a MEM
Der. will officiate at the ceremonies
Interment will be in Rock Creek Gene
terry.
Mrs. Smith is survived by her husband
and one daughter, Mrs. Melven e.
Hazen, wife of District Surveyor Hazen.
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
Daughters of South
Give Entertainment

"An Evening in the Old South" was
the title of an entertainment given at
the Carroll Institute Hall last night
under the auspices of Robert f, Lee
Ghapter, Daughters of the COnfederaCy.
Inc proceeds were for the benefit of the
confederate Home. Those taking part
~ h.tthe me program were Miss Louise A.
Mphams, Of GeSrgia; Miss Lillian
Snsho%eth, Miss Lula Williams Simms,
and Mrs. Robert Mcknight. A dance
tOiloWSd the entertainment.
The Washington times., 1912-02-24
Sermons by Phone.

ERIE. Pa, Feb. 24-In order that the
sick, the halt, and lame may hear re-
viva! sermons. the telephone company
OF Edinboro has installed telephones in
the church and in homes to those un-
able to attend who may hear the ser
mons.
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
WOMEN SHOULD NEVER
 USE HARSH PHYSICS

Women are especially susceptible to constipation and their more delicate organisms rebel at the violence of cathartics and purgatives. Drastic medicines like salts, mineral waters, pills and powders may afford tempo rary relief. but their violent action on the stomach and bowels tends to up set the entire system.
 A mild laxative is far preferable and more effective. The combination of simple laxative herbs with pepsin pre-. scribed by Dr. W. B. Caldwell, and sold in drug stores under the name of Dr. CaldweIl's Syrup Pepsin, is ideal for women. being gentle In action, pos. iti-e In effect and pleasant to the taste. A spoonful of Syrup Pepsin at night will bring natural relief next morning and. used regularly for a brief period. will so strengthen and tone the muscles of the stomach and bowels that there will be little, if any further need for medicine.
 Dr Caldwells Syrup Pepsin can be procured in any drug store. Your name and address on a postal to pr ". B. Caldwell, 203 West St, Monti cello, Ill, will bring a free trial bot tie by return mail Adv.
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
HUNTER ACCIDENTALLY sH0I
was Using Gun to Club Way Throuoh e'ass When it Was Disckarqed.

estern Newspa ,r Union News Service Little Roek.-Carelessness in hand. ing gun was the cause of the seriope anu painful wounding of ]. c. Busbv. of Slate, Ark.
 Hr' busby was out duck hunting With party of friends and was alone III boat some distance from his com. pahlohs when he endeavored to force HIS way through the grass in the lake uy taxing the muzzle of his gun and oeatlhg the grass aside. The accident hafpened when the trigger struck an opJect and was discharged. The shot shimmed through the right hand, tore away the flesh from the palm. and con. '4huihg upward, lacerated the fore arm.
 companions of the injured man paid no need to the sound of gunshots. as dil had been shooting at frecuent ,n- tefEais' according 10 their story. more than an hour passed before they heard busoE s cries for help and found him iYlhg unconscious in pool of water A lourniquet was applied to the wound. ed arm and the unconscious man car Fled To a nearby farm house where q wagon was procured and 1t was three hours later that the injured man re. eeiVed medical attention at the city hospital of this city
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
STATE CAPITOL
 NEWS AND NOTES
City Of Little Rock Appeals Bond Amendment Case 10 the
 Supreme Court.
SUIT AGAINST THE GOVERNOR
Secretary of State Hodges, Attorney General Norwood Also Named
 In Court Action.

Western Newspaper Union News Service
 Little Rock.-Briefs have been filed in the supreme court by the attorneyr for the city of Little Rock and Mayor Charles l.. Taylor in suit against Gov. George w. Donaghey, Secretary of State Earle Hodges and Attorney General Hal L. Norwood, as the State Board of Election Commissioners.
 The appeal is from the decision of Judge Guy Fulk of the Pulaski Circuit Court concerning the adoption at tho recent state election of Amendment No. 15, providing for the issuance os bonds by cities of the first and second class and incorporated towns of more than 1000 population for public i'm. proyements Of general nature. Judge Fulk ruled with the State Board of Election Commissioners in declaring the measure had not been adopted
 The appeal sets forth that at the election September g. 1912, there were 76,660 votes cast in favor of the amendment and 5909S against it. the State Board of Election Commission. CTS refusing to canvass the returns or declare the measure adopted After the declaration that the city and it's inhabitants will be irreparably injured by it's nonadoption, the appeal asks that the board Forthwith. as reenired by law, proceed to canvass said re turns and declare said amendment to have been adopted.
 The brief takes up the various phases of the controversy. and after going into the legal side of the situa. tion, asks the supreme court to rule on the various constitutional principles involved
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
Scottish Rite Adjourn.

Little Rock. -- The fall reunion of the Scottish Rite Consistory of Little Rock closed with Q brilliant reception
 at the consistory A class of 79 was
 siyen the degrees. A number of Thirty third degree Masons were present. iu- cluding Frederick ". Knead Of Van Buren, Murray Taylor of Fl Dorado. T. N. Horsfal of Hazen, William E. Jones of St Louis, John NJ. Sears of Memphis, and F. w Offenhouser of TexarRana. Work of reconstruction on the consistory. which represents an expenditure of approximately Sl25,GG9, and which will place it among the finest consitores in the United States. will not be completed for three weeks.
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
THE BEST TREATMENT FOR ITCHING SCALPS, DANDRUFF
 AND FALLING HAIR

To allay itching and irritation of the scalp, prevent dry, thin and falling hair. remove crusts, scales and dan druff, and promote the growth and beauty of the hair, the following spe- cial treatment is most effective, agree able and economical. On retiring, comb the hair out straight all around, then begin at the side and make a parting, gently rubbing Cuticura oint- ment into the parting with a bit of soft flannel held over the end of the finger. Anoint additional partings about half an inch apart until the whole scalp has been treated, the pur- pose being to get the Cuticura Oint- ment on the scalp skin rather than oa the hair. It Is well to place a light covering over the hair to protect the pillow from possible stain. The next morning, shampoo with Cuticura Soap and hot water. Shampoos alone may be used as often as agreeable, but once or twice a month is generally sufficient for this special treatment for women's hair.
 Cuticura Soap and Ointment sold throughout the world Sample of each free with 32-p. Skin Book. Address postcard "Cuticura, Dept L, Boston" Adv.
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
Old Landmark Gone,

The Blahs schoolhouse in Mars Hill up on the hill. the one James c Blaine honored years ago by giving bell, which still hangs in the belfry is no more. It has been converted into a storeroom and moved to an, other site. A good many bright boys and girls, now old men and women graduated from this historical build ing. and no doubt there Is a feeling of sorrow as the old schoolhouse leaves the foundation 1t was builded upon years and years ago.-Kennebec (Me.) Journal
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
UFF!CE SEEKERS MISTAKEN
Positions Under New Administration
 Will Be Fewer Than Expected.

western Newspaper Union News Service.
 Little Rock.-A large number of ap. pilcahts for minor positions under the incoming administration have lost slsnt of the fac that a number of the positions they are seeking were plac- cd under the civil service several years ago. There are a number of ap. plieants fer assistant postmaster. ehiet deput. United States marshal, deputy revenue collector and other positions in the federal building here. The posi- lions mentioned were placed under the ef'ii service regulations three years ago, and unless the law is repealed by 1he next congress incumbents cannot Dc removed.
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
NEGRESS FOUND MURDERED
Negro Preacher Arrested by Officers
 and Accused of Shootinc.

Western Newspaper Union News Service
 Little Rock.-The dead body Of Alice Turner, negress, about 35 years old. was found by party of negro hunts men at the edge of the woods on the Frazier pike, about two and one-half miles southeast of Little Rock last week.
 The entire back of the woman's head had been blown away by charge of No, birdshot, which is believed to have been fired with the gun press ed against or near her head.
 W. A. Pearson. a negro preacher. was arrested at Motley Cut on susp- cion of having committed the murder He was arrested by officers from the sheritf's and constable's office a few hours after the womans body was found.
 The woman's body was not entirely cold when the officers arrived. She had been shot while standing in the road, but the body afterWard was drag ged to the woods which skirted the roadside.
 Robbery evidently was the motive of the crime. as the wouans shoes and stockings had been removed, indi- eating the murderer had made a search for money.
 When arrested. Pearson had re ceipt for $45.67 in his possession. and the date showed he paid the money on the same day of the murder,
 Officers say Pearson cannot give a satisfactory account of how he ob- tained the money. They say he admits having bought six shotgun sheels Of having bought six shotgun shells Of found near the dead woman body. When questioned at Motley Cut as to the kind of g he possessed. he said he had a single barreled treeeh-load- ing shotgun at his home. When the house was searched later, the gun was not found.
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
Reason for Inquiry.

The following after-dinner story was related by pr. Henry Churchill King, president of Oberlin college, be. fore the Chicago Congregational club banquet:
 T was standing out in front of one of the big exposition buildings at the St. Louis fair, when a man came out of the building much the worse for liquor.
 Whats the name of thish here building?' he asked as he reeled away
 T told him the name of the build ing.
 Thanks, he said T was just in 1t and l wanted to check 1t off"
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
Officer Must Wait for Reward.

Little Rock.-On account or the state having no funds with which 10 pay rewards for the return of es- caped convicts, c. B. French. the OK lahoma deputy sheriff, who brought "Ruckshot" Ellis and Nose Sheppard escaped convicts here from Fort Smith, will have to wait until the neNl legislature to get s150 reward offer ed for the return of "Buckshot biiis' Deputy Sheriff French has filed hls claim and the matter will come up d the next legislature.
The Forrest City times., 1912-12-06
Snowfall in Arkansas City.

Arkansas City.-For an hour here last week snow came down in furry. Some Of the flakes were as big as dol. lars. The morning came with mild weather, but the thermometer began 10 drop so fast that it was considered a freak of weather, and, in another half hour snow filled the air, al though some of the old settlers have seen snow here this early. and some say earlier, but none have ever seen such a furry of snow.