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The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1912-09-28
Times Political News of
Tacoma and Pierce Co.

Despite the almost unanimous
vote given A. 8. Burrows in Seat
tie for republican candidate for
state school commissioner, Mrs.
Josephine Preston of Walla Walla
has beaten him out, carrying BIB
of the 80 counties.
This will give two women can
didates for this office, as the
democrats also nominated Mrs.
Monroe of Spokane.
County Chairman G. r. Jack
son of the democracy has named
committees to handle the various
phases of the campaign work with
the chairmen as follows: Execu-
tive, G. R. Jackson; finance, Cal
win w. Stewart; organization,
Carl d. Eshelman; speakers, John
d. Fletcher; publicity, Ashton
Dovell. Jackson says the democ-
racy has reused from. its night of
political slumber to sleep no more.
Tacoma has furnished about all
the "progressiveness" there is to
the state republican ticket this
year. Outside of Congressman La
Toilette of the Spokane district
the only candidates on the ticket
The Tacoma times. [volume] (Tacoma, Wash.) 1903-1949, 1912-09-28

TIDES AT TACOMA sUNDA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22
Don't Forget

77EHEN Christmas is over, don't EEH forget to write notes of thanks w to your friends and family who have been kind enough to present you with Christmas remembrances. A great many girls and boys receive gifts with pleasure. and show them to their callers with pride, but neglect to thank the donors. A thing worth receiving calls for gratitude.
 When you receive the merest trifle in the way of Christmas gift don't forget that it has ostsomeone time and money, and that the some one" had you in heart and mind when choosing thls particular little gift, simple and inexpensive though it may be. and do not neglect to show your appre- ciation of 1t.
 Don't forget that the simplest gift may come from the warmest heart. while the most expensive and showy gift may come from one whose desire Is not 10 please you so much as to show off' his or her own power to spend money. The sincerest friend may be unable to give generously of the worlds goods. but will give a wealth of love instead.
 Don't forget the great lessons which were taught to the world by the lowly Jesus, who was born in stable and who lay in manager. and who will ingly sacrificed himself that you might live He came to the earth on Christ mas day, a Great Gift from God. How much do you value the Greatest Gift ever bestowed upon mankind? Your life is the answer-so don't for getl
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has happened to change him from a stingy, selfish, gluttonous fellow to a fine, sympathetic, generous neighbor. An, see the crowd going to his treei The whole community Is. aware of his recent kindness. Let us be off"
 And away the two went, happy and hopeful. And the party that day at the tree of Master Jax was the mer- riest one ever held in the grove, and that night, as he was preparing for bed, Master Jax said to himself: Tt pays one in the long run to be good. It makes others like one, and it would be lonely world if one had no genuine friends. An. ha, Christ mas Eve. 1912, has been the grandest day in all my life. for on this day l repented of my sins and became a different citizen.'
 And then he jumped into bed Aappy and rich in the knowledge that he had made others comfortable and happy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22
TIlN'S CHRISTMAS

There was a train of "chu-chu" cars; A cart, and other things. Which moved about the cozy room When you wound their funny
 springs. There were tops and skates. and
 games to play, And picture books to read: And bags of nuts and candies Everything a boy could need! But back in bed dropped sleepy Tim And closed his eyes to dream Of joys in store during winter months Before the fields were green. And he dreamed not of his Christmas
 toys.
 But of the spring and fall: Two teams were playing the final
 game,
 And Tim was pitching the ball! He struck out bravely and won the
 game.
 The crowd sent up cheer. Tim turned over and then awoke And in his eye shone tear. He looked out doors. deep snow lay
 white.
 No diamond" could he see.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22
Susie Bradley's Christmas Eve

A USIE BRADLEY was fourteen years old. She had everything
 N a girl could wish fora loving V father and mother. beautiful, happy home. and charming friends. She stood high in her class at school, and was beloved by all who knew her.
 One morning Susie was walking down the street, enjoying the crisp, holiday air, and the bustling scenes about her. It was Christmas Eve, and the entire town seemed to be coming out to have a last peep at the window displays of holiday goods.
 How happy every one is on this lovely Christmas Eve" said Susie, speaking aloud. She had not intended to talk to herself audibly, but the joy of the day and her own con tented mind made her do so. Every one is so happy, and the world Is full of goodness" she added, stop ping in front of a huge shop to ad- mire some Christmas things which lay displayed in a window.
 Everyone happy?" Susie turned about and found at her elbow girl little older than herself leaning against the side of the window. No" and the girl shook her head. Every one is not happy. though the day is so beautiful. There is so much unhappiness in family that I know about-a family that lives on the top floor of tho house where my mother and I live. If you could see them today you'd change your idea about universal happiness. Miss"
 Susie was attracted to the girl who thus spoke to her. She was pale girl with fine eyes and determined mouth. Susie, though young. knew the girl had suffered privation and illness, but she could read an in- domitable will and proud spirit in her features and manner.
 "I like you," said Susie candidly. And I want to walk with you in any direction you may be going. We may find that we have much In com mon. Will you let me join you for few minutes?"
 I'm on my way home" replied the girl. "Yes, I shall be glad to have your company for flew blocks, for want to tell you about the people who are not so happily placed in the world as yourself-or rather. as judge you to be placed, from what I just overheard you saying to your self. Most persons who have plenty, and no cares. think the entire world in the same boat with themselves. That's the pity of it"
 As the two girls went together, Susie begged her companion to tell her her name. which she did. q am Grace Jenkins," she said. land I am fifteen years old. I know I look and appear much older. for my path has not been as easy as that of most young girls. When I was but nine my father died. and my mother has struggled for living for us since. She turned seamstress. but
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no plans, for just now work seems so scarce. It's very hard. Miss"
 My name is Susie Bradley" said Susie, batting her eyes very hard to keep back the tears. And I shall have to be going, as Mamma does not know I am here. just went out for a walk down Main Street when I happened to get acquainted with Grace. She told me of you--of your little ones, so I came up to make a bit of a call. But--I really must be off now. And-Mrs. Smith, I do want you to have hope. Maybe Mir. Smith will return to say he has found position. Whore Is he now?"
 He read an ad in the morning paper, and he's off to see if he can get the job. It's with the Kingley Shelter Company. MT. Smith Is an engineer"
 "oh, see," said Susie. And now. goodbye till We meet again." She shook hands with Mrs Smith, kissed little Danny's sunny head, peeped at the little face in the cradle. and was off, her heart in her very throat. "Oh, 1t is dreadful" she whispered to her self. "All is not as 1t should be on earth today And this is the eve of Jesus birthday, and He would say, Feed My lambs,' were he here. Yes. feed His lambsl That is what we should do, feed and care for those in distress. must see Grace. though. before doing anything"
 Susie knocked on the secona-storv door and Grace admitted her, Well. ift toH family?" Grace asked, placing a chair for Susie, and calling to her mother to come In from another room.
 Yes. and with Want and Hope at the same time. It's wonderful to see that woman smile. as though she was not hungry, or her children in need. She's so sweet and cheerful and hope ful under such trying conditions. But we've got to find Mir Smith before he returns home. I want him to come to my fathers office. I know Papa can--and will--find work for him. Papa'll do anything in his power for a person in rfeed. He can do something for the Smiths, l just know"
 There, that's Mir smiths step on the stairs!" said Mrs. Jenkins going quickly to the door and opening it. "Oh. MT. Smith!" she called to son one in the hall, please step here minute"
 Five minutes later a big stron hopeful man was going down the fir flight of stairs at a bound, and WI off towards Mir. Bradley's office, whi in his wake followed Susie mal1ir her way homewards. Her face was serious now. and she was not look ing into the big shop windows with the satisfied expression which had been on her face an hour before. But she was not unhappy, and feeling of having been of use to some one in
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vines and leaves. from the limbs of Madam Gray's tree. We'll do it to- night while the family is asleep"
 So the lady squirrels of the grove set to work weaving deep baskets of grape vines and dry leaves and when night fell there were ten of these capacious baskets. They were carried to the tree wherein Madam Gray lived, and there was already 0 small mountain of nuts piled up. for the gentlemen squirrels had been working since dark, carrying loads of nuts from their winter stores. And soon the baskets were filled and hoisted into place on the limbs just beneath Madam Gray's door.
 When Christmas morning dawned, clear. bright and cold, Madam Gray Squirrel got out of her bed and looked lovingly and sadly at her two sleeping children. "Bless their little hearts," said Madam. gently kissing each, while they sleep they feel no hunger. oh, if only had the good use of my poor crippled paw l could go forth and dig into the frozen ground for food for them. But-I must provide a bite of breakfast for my babies. even at the risk of my own life"
 So saying. Madam Gray Squirrel opened her door and stepped out upon a limb. And as she did so her nose was attracted to some great objects hanging just beneath her. Looking down, what was her suprise when she beheld a great store of fresh. fine food in a number of baskets. At first she did not ask a question. for she knew the food was for her. so she began gathering up pawfuls Of nuts and carrying them indoors. Af- ter she had loaded large leaf-platter on the bark-table with them, she called to her little ones to come to breakfast. And you may better be- lieve they came bounding into the kitchen, and got upon their tiny benches and began doing justice to their fine meal.
 After breakfast was over, Madam Gray Squirrel went forth to ascertain who had played the good Samaritan the night before at her tree, and her first visit was made to a lady friend. It did not take the lady long to en- Tighten Madam Gray of Master Jax Squirrels unusual conduct in the mat ter of the Christmas tree.
 Ntlfs WHO Noulu nave tnOubht II of neighbor Jax?" cried Madam Gray Squirrel. Why. he's been the sting fest squirrel--the most selfish fellow in the grovei But I am so happy to know he has q change of heart. He is too fine a squirrel to be given over to selfishness. Well. I must go to see him, and to thank him for his great generosity. But for him, my little ones would have gone without food this day. Oh. this will be happy Christmas day for me and mine. l can tell you. Not only have we found plenty to last us through the frozen winter, but have found new friend who is really and truly good neighbor. From today all the grove will honor and love Master Jax Squirrel. for he has repented of his past conduct"
 "Yes. he has become genuinely fine fellow said the lady friend. put ting on her hat and cloak to accom- pany Madam Gray to Master Jax' tree. "And we'll all rejoice that something
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need kept her spirits up.
 At home. Susie told her mother everything, and Mrs. Bradley hurried to the telephone and told her husband all about the smith case, and in- formed him that MT. Smith would be applying to him for some sort of work within few minutes, and that she and Susie hoped. he would be able to find something for him.
 That same afternoon, Mrs. Bradley and Susie took baskets and went forth to market and to shop, and late in the evening they visited the Smith home. and stopped on the way at the Jenkins floor. What they carried there in their baskets made Mrs. Smiths face brighten up, and also brought the tears to her eyes. And as she kissed Susie on the cheek she said: What day this has been, dear Miss Susiel My dear husband is so happy, for your father helped him into fine job-the best paying one he has had in long time, and he will soon be able to get all our things out of pawn. And now. here you and your dear mother come. with baskets of good things for tomorrow, and toys for the babies! How can I ever thank you?-IIow can I ever re- pay you?"
 A little later. as Susie and her mother returned home, Susie said, Mamma, isn't it good to help peo- pie, especially on christ's birthday? How happy those dear folks are to- night, and how little 1t took from us to make them so. shall always remember this Christmas Eve"
 And so shall l." returned Mrs. Bradley. flor 1t was on this day that my little girl proved her unselfishness and great worth. If all girls were like you, dearie--'
 NO, Mamma, 1t was not l who thought to do any kindness. 1t was the influence of far nobler girl-0race Jenkins. She's splendid soul"
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our door. and things are picking up with us of late. We have taken a larger place, too--five rooms, and have two lodgers. That is a big lift. Tho lodgers pay the rent, you see, and are very little trouble. But it's not our affairs that I wish to tell you about, Miss Susie, but about those of some of our neighbors. There are the people on the top floor--a moth CT. father and two l5lddies. The fa- ther Is out of work. You under stand nothing about what that means. though" she hurriedly added.
 "I think I do," replied Susie. "Yes, to be out of work means to be out of the necessities of life. And l am not so stupid as to be ignorant of what that would mean. have never known what 1t means to need things, but realize that there are many who do. and my heart goes out to them. Will you take me up to see your neighbors on the top fioor?"
 .'Yes, if you care to go," replied Grace.
 The two girls walked on brlsl<ly, and soon came to u very poor-looking house of four stories. Up the three flights of steep, dark stairs Grace led Susie. and on the last landing she left her, pointing to a door and say ing: Tn there. Just tap gently. The baby may be asleep"
 Susie tapped gently twice; then the door opened and a sweet-faced woman smiled out. tOh," she exclaimed. T thought 1t was our dear little neigh Dor from down stairs-Grace Jen- kins. She's so good to run up, to cheer us a bit now and then. But excuse me for keeping you waiting. Will you come in ?"
 Susie went in and 1t took only a casual glance to tell her everything. The room was almost bare of furni- ture; little fire burnt in an old stove in one corner. On blanket spread upon the floor near to the stove played a beautiful little curly headed boy of four years. In crib beside the blanket slept a baby of two years.
 q know your friend downstairs, Miss Grace Jenkins" said Susie, seat ing herself in the wooden chair the woman had offered. We just got acquainted today-half an hour ago, She told me about you, so-so-I just thought I'd come and sec you, and get acquainted with you, too. l hope I'm not intruding."
 "Oh, no, it's so sweet of you to come. and at such a busy time, too" |" smiled the woman. It's Christmas Eve, and .aost girls and boys are oc- cupied with their Christmas prepara- tions, and too busy to make visits to strangers. You are very. very good to come"
 Are you making any preparations for the children's Christmas?" asked Susie.
 The woman shook her head. MT.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22
A Piece of Trick Paper

paper from the box casually. as though 1t is the same as tho other paper. and hold 1t over a lighted candle. It will not burn. The trick must be performed within few min utes after the last application of alum water. It can be prepared after the company has arrived, the boy doing so in the kitchen, secretly, and some member of the family slipping 1t into the box of stationery for him as he talks to the company about tricks, ex- plaining what he is about to do. etc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22

Jax felt guilty as he had to reply; "Oh, Madam Gray Squirrel is in hard lines. my friend. Her provisions are running low-so I understand. Are you going up my way?"
 Well, if Madam Gray Squirrel and her little ones need assistance. we should see that they get it. What about your own store-house. Master Jax? Cannot you spare some nuts to a hungry neighbor?"
 Jax hung his tail for moment and looked ashamed of himself. Then an inspiration came. He lifted his head, also his bushy tail, proudly. and said: This is Christmas Eve. It is only right that each and all should do something on this day to make life
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22

D OYS who are fond of performing
 Tn tricks in the parlor when com
 O pany Is being entertained will find the piece of fire-proof paper quite a mystery making thing. Take a bit of paper-say sheet of ordinary note paper-and dip 1t in a strong solution of alum water. Let 1t dry and repeat process. again drying 1t. After it has been dipped and dried three or four times, press it quickly and gently with a warm iron, and place back in the box of stationery. When you decide to show the trick, remove the sheet of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22
When Jax Squirrel Repented

worth living. Come with me. my jolly friend. Let's see what can be done for Madam and her children
 So saying, Master Jax locked paws with his friend, whose name was JillyJolly, and together they went towards Jax tree. On the way Jax met with several friends who had not heard of Madam Gray's dilemma. and he at once enlightened them. So they all put their heads together and de- cided to make a Christmas tree for Madam and her children. wen hang it full of nuts" said Jax, who had originated the plan. wen all bring a big load of good, fresh nuts. and hang them in baskets, woven of
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to himself. And he ran down the tree and off to the brook. Now" he said, "I'll not hear the Gray Squir- rel's crying" But he did hear them, and in spite of his endeavor not to, their voices filled his ears. He heard them saying. "Oh. Mamma, give us nutsl"
 As Master Jax was returning from the brook he met an old friend, gay-hearted fellow who was frisk ing along merrily. .'Heigh-ho. my friend, Jax," he saluted, pausing and shaking Jax's paw. How goes the world these days? And how are your nice neighbors. the Gray Squirrels? I have not seen them for many weeks"
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Smith-my husband-has been out of work for two months, and we've had 10 pawn many of our things-a bed and some coverlets and pillows, and have had to go on short rations for a long time; so Christmas holds noth- ing unusual for our little ones this year. Of course, should my husband
 procure a position today we'd be
 able to let Santa Claus in tonight to fill Danny's stockings and 10 put a new rattle and 6 rubber dollie in
 the crib for Baby. But--I am making
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22

Why would an owl get offended 1T you should call him pheasant? Because you tcould be making gdne of him.
 Why Is rheumatism like great meat-eater?
 Because 1t dlicdys dttdcks the joints. Why are balloons in air like va grants?
 Because they have no uisible means of support.
 Why is fashionable society like a silver bowl?
 Because tt 6 highly polished but rery holfoc.
 ANSWERS TO LAST WEEKS
 PUZZLES SYNCOPATIONS: = l. Telegram- Tram. 2. Stride-Stde. 3. Ecream- Seam.
 LETTER ENIGMA A:-Missourt CURTAILINGS:- Spine-Spin. 2. GroueI-Grove.L 3. Etdrve-Et0r. 4. Operdte-Opera
 ILLUSTRATED PRIMAL ACR0S- TIC:-6antG CIdss.
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A Christmas Dolls $ Plans

TM Christmas dolly,
 As you can see;
 I was bought and hung
 On a Christmas tree. My mistress Is named Miss Janey Lou; And I'll tell you right now What Pm going to do. Tn the mornings I'll rise And rush all about, Tidying the house.
 Inside and out. I'll dust and I'll sweep. I'll bake and I'll stew, All for my mistress,
 Miss Janey Lou. Then after our breakfast We'll go for c walk: We'll sit in the park,
 And together we'll talk. oh. we'll be just the happiest Pair in tho town, I--Christmas Dolly,
 And Janey Lou Brown.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-22
Our Puzzle Corner 1S
WORD SQUARE.

My first is something the wind will always do.
 My second is deep. tender affec- ton.
 My third'1s used for baking bread and cake.
 My fourth Is to have gone.
 ADDITIONS.
 1. Add the letter c to a long. sharp weapon and get quick, casual look 2. Add the letter G to a boy and get to be pleased and happy.
 3. Add the letter c to a fastening and get time piece.
 (. Add the letter B to a straight line of objects and get forehead.
 DIAGONAL.
 This diagonal contains five words of i've letters each. If the words are rightly guessed and written one below another. their diagonal letters, begin ming with the top left-hand letter and sending with the lower right-hand let ter, will spell something we have fre- uuently during the winter months. The cross-words are. l. Little. 2. To speak. 3. Something we walk upon. {. place where goods are kept for sale. 5. Hot vapor.
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So compensation caine 10 Tim. Though 'ti. as not the time for ball.
 called.
 Christmas gift!" adown the hal1.
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I can tell you, sewing for the rich people does not always pay ono we'll But we have made out, for l have now become able to assist mother
 So Want has been frightened from