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The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22

down at CRAM Junction. hear she's
! got Il little boy. Maybe she might lei
him CO.
Trinidad pulled up his mules at Gran
lite Junction at 8 O'Clock In the after
noon.
| On the steps of the eating house they
found thin and glowering boy OF ten
smoking a cigarette. A youngish w0
man reclined exhausted in chair He,
face wora sharp lines Of worry. SHE
had once possessed certain style OF
beauty that would never wholly leave
her and would never wholly return
Trinidad set forth his mission.
I'D count II a mertS II you'd take
Bobby for awhile she said YEARLY
I'm on the go from morning till night.
| and | don't have time to tend to him
He's learning bad habits from the mrn.
It'll be the only chance hell have to
get any Christmas.
The nien went outside and conferred
with Bobsy. Trinidad pictured the
glories Of the Christmas tree and pres
ents in lively colors.
And. moreover. my young friend. ,'
added the Judge Santa Claus himself
will personally distribute the offerings.
Jaw. come off," said the hoy, squirt
ing his small eyes. Il amt no kid.
There amt any Santa Claus. It's
your folks that buys toys and sneaks
'em In when you're asleep.
THAT might he So" argued Trini-
dad. but Christmas trees ain't 40
fairy tale. This ones goin' to look
like the ten cent store in Albuquerque.
all strung up In a redwood. There's
tops and drums and Noah arks and
"Oh, rats said Bobby wearily- Il
cut them out long ago. I'd like 10
have q rf6e-not target ONES real
one. 10 shoot wildcats with. but
guess you wont hxvs any Of them On
your old tree.
well. can't say for sure" said
Trinidad automatically. 1T might he.
You 10 along with ns aud see
I'be hope thus held out. though faint.
won the hoy's hesisatinx coasent to ~.
In Yellowhainn,er the empty store
room had been Transformed Into Whist
might have PASSED ~ tile bower " an
Arizona fairy. The ladies' had done
their work well A tall Christmas tree.
covered to the topnoet branch with
sj,angles and toys sufficient
for more than 4 score Of children.
stood in the center of the floor. Near
snrset auxiens eyes Ind begun to sean
the street for the returning team Of
the child providers. At noon that day
Cherokee had dashed into town with
mis- pew sleigh piled high with bundles
and haxes aud haies of all sizes aud
shapes. 80 intent WAS he upon the ar
for his altriistic plans
tina, Tia. ti+artt IF childhood did not
receive his ns,tite
Nsri, 4 be- san a4si down Cherokee,
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22

Ont I'm goin' TO hi,rh up team and
rustic load OF kids for Cherokee's
Santa Claus act II ! have to rob an or
phan asylum"
Il will accompany You" decisred the
Judge. waving his cane
The 6rst stop scheduled Was Mt n
double log house fifteen miles out from
Yellowhammer. man opened the
door at Trinidad's hail and then came
Gown and leaned upon the rickety gnte
The doorway was hlled With close
mass of youngsters. some ragged ali
full Of curiosity and health
RS this way" explained Trinidad
We're from YeIlouh a MINER and we
come kidnapin' in a gent@ kind OF Il
way One Of our leadin' citizens Is
stung with the Santa Claus affection.
and he's due In town tomorrow with
half the folderols that's painted red
and made In Germany The youngest
kid we got In Yellowhanmer packs a
forty-tve and a safety razor. Now,
partner, II you'll loan rs a few kids
We GUARANTEE 10 return eD safe anu
sound on Christmas day"
Il understand" said the parent.
packing his pipe with foretinger Il
guess ! needn't dctain you gentlemen
Me and the Old woman have got seven
kids, so to speak, and. runnin my
mind over the bunch. don't appear to
bit upon none that we could spare for
you to take over to your dotns.''
Down the slope they drove and up
another fOothilI to the ranch house of
Wiley Wilson. Trinidad recited bis
appeal. and the judge Doomed out his
ponderous antiphony. Mrs Wiley
gathered her @wo rosy checked young
STEERS close to her skirts aud did not
smile until she had seen Wiley laugh
and shake his head. Again q refusal
The sun was low when the wife of u
section boss on lonely railroad bud
died her unavailable progeny behind
her and said:
There's woman that's just took
charge Of the railroad eatin house
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22

! ms and laces may all be used In the
! creation Of bags ornamental or useful.
| Ii your friend IL busy housewife
practical, in her view. and plain In her
tastes give her a bag that will he use
full about the hou~e. The Illustration
Ii Is a sOi!ed clothes bag, The bag is
made of a heavy. durable figured chmtz
and Is hound with tape. 1t has u
drawing airing and hunger at the top.
the clothes being put in through the
opening In the top ard dropped ont on
wash days through the; wider upening
below. which IL made by turning over
q Dap Of the bag and bnttoning 1t over
/ with cloth covered buttons,
! A bag or fancy box which will con-
! yeniently accommodate the various
brushes OF the family will be apprc
, ciated. A hag covered with thin table
, oilcloth max he made to hang In the
bathroom, the names OF owners vt the
brushes being painted Oh the bag.
A case for the hest silver knives and
forks and SPOONS may he lined with
flannel and should have loops through
which each piece Of silver mny he slip,
ped into place when put away
Workings, cases for opera glasses.
party bags for the pretty girls. slip
pers. fam extra handkerchief and toilet
articles are varioasiy acceptable. In
deed there Is no limit to which the
skillful worker may carry ont the idea.
, and. according to her taste and appre,
citation Of the needs 81 her friend. find
her gifts hailed with grateful satisfac
ton.
One Of the most acceptable gifts one
can make to friend who is going
travelling on a steamer Is box or jar
Of stuffed prunes These are rarely
given. can be eaten when other fruits
are indigestible and are mildly laxa-
tive.
The tiny sets OF draw (minia-
ture hureausl are useful gifts There
are usually three drawers that lit caS
lily in framework that is substantial.
This may I've Of enaIncied wo"d or per
haps In the teak or familiar Japanese.
lacquer work
In such drawers may he kept mis-
cellaneons things without which Il wo-
mans life woBid be worth nothing.
Every odd button. bead from bro
Ken necklace that Ia to be rsstrnng. .
stray tack. picked W ifi.y sellar but
tons that may be asssied In tsasse and
NIL other battosss that VIII ss,me ~. no
matter how we'll sew~d 81 garments
One dra wer .nns ,sesd short stnbs af
PANELS for sas little onsa +, seribi,'e
with, and nisn asy tasak TINT serss1 Of
no val,ss. yet u,ay br wsrth dtitarr ri
fines The faaatf.r heiiy s1.tonhs IN
paper In usrd fer surh ttny SETS ~
drawers for esperiai hoitsisy gifts.
Another gift IN . ss~fui ami extreme.
" odd arrangement N tt- implements
for general meidlng or darniag. II
has a chaiu ~ suIan iyurY rings ruu
through with iuch wide ribbon. any
preferred color There h n cushion |
for needles. glove member. "a we'll as
Bne for stockings and different tn'or~ |
OF threads and silks. while for genera. |
mending a pair ~ COOL scissors. Il |
needle book OF silk. with inner leaves |
Of flannel and Il thiinbie are supplied |
The thim'rie may be- au expensive "n-
Of gold or plain silver nnr.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22
NEW YEAR STYLES.

eeastifui Back Comb For the Evening
Couture.
For hair worn low there Is long
comb of French diamonds that ren' hrI
across the entire back Of the head and
is about an inch snd half wide. 1t
is borlered with the hrilliants set III
platinum, and on the inside Is 81 in.
terlacing design of the Greek key II
alternating platinum and 'a"onds
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22

ending in three fiat loops ut either sid,
which cAtend h;irk ward almost parallel
with the brIm.
The most attractive collHrctS are
made by combining Il band Of fur with
velvet and lace For Instance. a band
of skunk fur forms the foundation Of
the colar. and i frin and graceful bow
ut the side are Of tobacco brown velvet
and lace
The bodice that is made with deep
peplum giving The coat effect is smart.
and this modet shows 1t ut it's best.
The big collar and revers are most at
trartive. JUDO CIlOILET.
This May Manton pattern ts cut in sizes
from "a to - inches bnst measure. Send
10 cents to this office giving number 1883.
and it will b.: promptly forwarded to YOU
by mail IL in haste send an additional
TWO cent stamp for letter postage When
ordering coupon.
No Size. -.-....................
Name ..:.........,........'. .-.s<
Address OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. .-...'.'..'.'''ta
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22
ON THE WING.

Stunning Stoiss In Fur and Fabric
Leather Novelties.
Some Of the most stunning sto!"s are
worked 10 narrow strips OF fur laid on
soft velvet or satin foundation Win
m effect IKE wide ribbed f"r .r'rduroy.
Beautiful dressing cases. address
hooks and small matters OF this kind
are now to lie had in a fne leather like
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22

pigSkn, in beautiful tones Of t'irn"l>"
and old blue
Scotch plAtls IT" the newest things
in blanket bath robes
Skirt draperieS are much in prI''"'rr
this winter. and this ,nude is one ~
the prettirSt that the fashion mas
brought FORTH The skirt is r,'t in 1--WE
pieces. and the back forms II Dan.'
that can be cut Off when walking
length is used. The drapery is affected
by means of piaitS
JTDiC CHOLI.Er.
This May Manton pattern is cut in sizes
from u to 81 inches waist meas sure Semi
10 cents to this ONCE. giving number, TO-.
and 1t will be promptly forwarded 10 so"
by mail II In haste send an additional
two cent stamp for Letter postage. When
ordering use coupon.
Eo............ Size.
ADDRESS Observation-Disclosures.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22

This comb IL set on shell teeth and
curves slightly 20 It Ats we'll into tire
back Of the hair.
Few Of the seasons NANTES reach
the hem Of the skirt.
The knitted jacket - much worn tor
out Of door spoYts
New motor hHnnsts are Of rhine and
are fur trimmed
Buttons Of striped porcelain are u.sd
for tailored suits.
Every thing that suggests the; tnsir
tdea Is fashionable. and the band trim
ming used On This frock gives this #
feet and trs nsforns what would t,r 4
plain costume into an elaborate one
JUDO CHOLLET.
This May Mantos pattern l.. cut In x,z.s
Tor girls Of sixteen and eighteen year, ~
age send 10 cents to this Office, giving
number. M7s and II will be promptly rrr.
"ardeo to you by mail II In haste s..,,r
IN aodltionai two cent stamp for tatrei
postage When ordering use coupon
No............ Size .............
Nsme ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
'''''''''.'..-..''.......
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22
FASHION STRA'VS.
French Twis. Latest Way Of Dressing
the har.

the HaT.
The latest fashion Of dressing the
hair IN the French twist. caught with
an up to date comb The front is part
I'd OF worn 10 a fat p"mpndour
One of the attractive models OF the
season In tbe jHt sniInr Of velvet or
plush. trimmed with ~ ribbon band eH-
tending arUnIrG the tynnt norton and
The Caucasian. (Shreveport, La.) 1900-192?, 1912-12-22
FL0TsAM AND. JETsAM.

Sapphire Blue Popular Shade For
Dressy Suits.
One of the most attractive new cos
tunes h Of sapphire blue velvet trim
med with chiprhilla or fox fur.
The vogue OF black aid white con
tinues
Chic women bod persistently to thu
small toIne
Bags Of next spring are to be much
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
BRYAN BOOSTED BY
OHlO'S DEMOCRATS

Columbus, Ohio, Jan. 3.-The Pro-
gressive Democratic league of Ohio
came into being here yesterday at a
conference of democrats of nearly
every county in the state. Although
many of the conferees had entered
the gathering with the avowed inten-
tion of declaring against the presiden-
tial candidacy of Governor Judson
Harmon, the executives name was
mentioned only indirectly, and the or
ganization satisfied itself with the
adoption Of resolutions urging the
members to work against the choice
of any delegate to either state or ma
tioDal convention who had not proved
himself a flied and true democrat
Then the name OF William ]. Bryan,
heralded as "ablest to represent the
progressive ideals in any party" was
received with applause and speakers
who famed the democratic ard0r
while awaiting the report of the reso.
lutions committee made adherence to
him the final test to title to the pro-
gressive democracy.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
RICHES0N IN COLLAPSE
WHEN QUIZZEO IN JAIL

Boston, Jan. S.-Rev. c. V. T. Richie
son collapsed in his cell in the Charle7
street Jail late yesterday when two of
his counsel, William A. Morse and
John NJ. Lee, broached the subject OF
his recent self mutilation. According
to Mr.. Morse the subject had no
sooner been opened than the former
Cambridge pastor paled and seemed to
lose all strength, sinking back upon
his bed, from which he did not rise
during the conference. when we en-
tered the CELL Mr.. Morse said, ''Mr.
Richeson was sitting up and seemed
comfortable, although he could not
walk unassisted and had to be sup
ported by his colored companion. I'm
mediately upon mentioning the act Of
mutilation he had sinking spell and
We were compelled TO turn the sub
ject and discuss other matters. The
minister is mentally weak, in the
sense that he easily becomes nervous
and he Certainly viii have to improve
greatly TO be able to stand trial with
in two weeks
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
IOWA TOWNS REDUCE
NUMBER. OF SALOONS
Moon Law, Recently Passed by Leg
islature, Allows One for Every
1000 Population.

Clinton, Iowa, Jan 3.-Only four sa-
looms operating in Clinton opened for
business yesterday. The others have
decided to remain closed pending the
action OF the city council In allotting
the % licenses which this city is en-
titled to under the Moon law. Alto
gether Clinton has 50 saloons. This
number must be reduced to 25.
1t is stated that in all towns in Clin-
ton county outside of Clinton the sa-
looms have been reduced to the re-
quired number.
There is but one saloon operating
in Walcott today. The other three
have been closed in accordance with
the demands of the Moon law. Ferdi-
nand Dietz is the fortunate man to Sc.
cure the one license allowed IN Wal.
cott. For this privilege he pays the
munificent sum Of $500 yearly.
The Dixon town council has award.
ed the one saloon license allowed in
that town TO Henry Westphal He
secures the permit for 5000 a year.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
DOCUMENTS ARE
SHOWN IN POOL
Government Attorneys Appear
to Have Goods on Meat
Packers.
VEEDER BECOMES SHAKY
After Declaring All Records Destroy
ed, Letters and Telegrams
Are Introduced.

Chicago, Jan. 3.-Methods declared
TO have been used by the meat packers
TO control prices and apportion terri
tory were further revealed today by
Henry Veeder. The witness produced
no documentary evidence, declaring all
records Of the old packers pools had
been destroyed.
GENUINENEss NOT DOUBTED.
When confronted by letters sent out
by packers referring to the shipment
and price of fresh meat during periods
in which he said there was no pool, the
witness apparently grew nervous, but
declined to deny the genuineness OF
the documents.
LETTERS ARE READ.
The government read a number of
new letters and kilograms purpOrting
to have been sent out by the combina-
ton while Veeder was secretary.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
RAILROAD STRIKER Is
JAILED FOR CONTEMPT

Springfield, ILL.,, Jan. 3.-Harry An
drews, a striking Illinois Central shop
man OF Clinton, yesterday was tried
before Judge Humphrey of the fed
eral court and found guilty of con-
tempt of court for violating the order
restraining the strikers of the Illinois
Central railroad from interfering with
the men employed by the company.
He was sentenced to so days in the
workhouse at Peoria. Andrews at.
tempted TO intimidate some employees
OF the Illinois Central who were re-
turning TO their homes at night Fred
Irwin, James Meagher and James T.
McCloskey were arrested at the same
time Andrews was
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
LABOR CRITICISED
FOR indifference

Indianapolis, Jan. 3.-"No union
labor leader, not even Samuel Com
pers, lifted a hand to help us in
cleaning up the big dynamite SON
spiracy, either before or since the
Mcnamara confessions. said Special
Government Prosecutor Oscar Law
Ter today. Lawier asserted though
the labor leaders were quick TO de-
nounce the .McNamaras after their.
confessions, no one had volunteered
to get from the McNamaras any de-
tails of the alleged conspiracy in
which they figured.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
SN0WBOUND TOWNS
IN APPEAL FOR AID

Topeka, Kan, Jan. 3.-Snow-
bound. cut OF from railway COM
municatiOn with the outside world
over a week. the people of Dighton.
on the Santa Fe, today telegraph
the states utilities commission for
aid. Healy and Jetmore also have
been without railway service for a
week. The towns are short OF pro-
visions and coal and unless aid
comes soon there win be great suf-
fering.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
RADICAL REDUCTIONS
IN LIVE STOCK HAULS

washington, Jan. 3.-Radical re-
ductions in existing freight rates on
live stock, packing house products
and salt today were prescribed by the
interstate commerce commission TO
apply to all western and southwest
ern railroads.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
But President Declines to
Break With the Colo
mel Just Yet.
HE IS URGED TO DO so
Nations Head Sweeps Away
Any Doubt as to Standing
for denomination.


death can keep me out Of the fight
now Taft is reported TO have made
this statement to White house callers
today. II undoubtedly was intended
TO set at rest all reports that Taft
might withdraw from the race for the
republican nomination for president
in favor OF Roosevelt.
ATTITUDE Is UNCHANGED.
The president Is said TO be thor
oughly aroused to the gravity Of the
situation in the republican party and
10 determined to let his attitude be
generally understood. He declared
that under no circumstances will he
withdraw his name from consideration
by the Chicago convention next June,
and has asserted that his position
with respect TO the nomination has
not changed in any particular since
he first entered the White house.
UNDER OBLIGATIONS TO PARTY.
Taft has told friends and party
leaders from tho first that II he
should be called upon to stand for re-
election he would be glad to do so;
that he felt under obligations TO the
party for having made him president,
and was willing TO abide by its ds-
cision IN convention.
TO BEGIN ACTIVE CAMPAIGN.
He adheres to this position, accord
ing TO announcements today. The
president was urged by number of
his closest friends to make a definite
statement as 20 his position, and
agreed to do so in the language quoted
above. With this statement as their
inspiration. It is said the Taft sup
porters Will begin an active campaign
in his behalf at once.
REFUSES TO BREAK WITH r. r..
IL was stated that some of Tafts
friends have gone so far lately as to
advise him TO openly break with
Roosevelt and challenge the latter tc
make plain his intentions. The presi
dent declined TO do this. The White
house has been fairly flooded with
callers lately who have brought word
to President Taft that Roosevelt sc
far has declined 10 say that he
would not accept the nomination If II
were rendered TO him.
II also has been reported to tn,
White house that Roosevelt believed
an organized effort Is being made u
"smoke him out" and that he de
clines TO be "smoked" either by tn,
Taft or La Toilette forces. The presi
dent listened to all these reports Will
an indugent smile. but he has refused
10 indicate whether or not he be
lieved them
HAS SENT NO MESSENGERS.
II Is vehemently denied at tn
White house, however, that Mr.. Tai
has sent any messengers" to Mi
Roosevelt on any subject whatsoever
The president has been urged 10
weeks to make a more aggressiv
campaign in his own behalf.
DIGNITY TO THE WINDS.
He has replied that he did nc
think political activity comporte
with presidential dignity. He ha
now consented that his friends carr
forward the fight as vigorously a
they desire, and he will lend whs
assistance he can.
PINCHoT IN DENIAL.
Battle Greek, Mich, Dec. S.-Giffor
Pinchot, in an interview here toda.
denied he had made any statement
that Roosevelt had told him he woul
not accept the presidential nomini
ton.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
ASTRONOMICAL EVENTS.

From noon today to noon tomorrow)
Sun sets 4:45, rises 7:25; moon sets
7:33 a. M; 7:30 a. m, easte--- time.
full moon; 7:42 a. m, moon at perigee,
nearest earth; this makes the moon
extraordinarily large in appearance;
$50 a. M, eastern time, all Jupiter's
large satellites seen on west of planet;
quadrantid meteors finish.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1912-01-03
NATION TO FIGHT
TOT|NC OF GUNS
Representative Sisson Offers
Bill Putting a Heavy Tax
on Weapons.
IN RESPONSE TO A DEMAND
Nothing Short Of Federal Legisla-
ton Can Abate Evil, Con-
gresham Believes.

Washington, Jan. 3.-The pro-
posai that the national government
undertake to prevent "gun toting"
and the irresponsible sale of deadly
weapons to minors and disreputable
characters may be enacted into law
by the present congress.
A step in that direction is offered
by bill introduced in the house by
Representative Sisson Of Mississippi
which provides for the imposition of
heavy federal tax upon all deadly
weapons and cartridges manufacture
ed and sold anywhere in the United
States. The congressman framed
his measure in response to the wide
spread demand for regulation of the
deadly weapon evil.
| If the proposal to tax all weapons
is received with favor in congress,
other regulations governing their
sale may be added.
PROVISIONS OF sIssoN BILL.
Representative Sisson's bill con-
tains the following provisions:
A tax of $40 and in addition 25
per cent of the value shall be paid
ION each deadly weapon manufac-
tured or sold, or stored in any ware
house, factory, storehouse or any
other place, for sale within the
United States, by whatever name
such deadly weapon may be called.
The tax shall apply to all "pistols
dirk knives, bowie knives, sword
canes, stillettos, brass or metallic
knuckles, and all other instrument!
commonly known as deadly weapons
which it is in violation of law t
carry concealed"
A tax of one-tenth of 1 cent shall
be paid on each cartridge of 22 cal
: iber or less and of one-fifth of
: cent on each cartridge of a large
caliber.
Internal revenue stamps prepare,
= by the secretary of the treasur
l shall be attached to each weapon an
box of cartridges by the manufaC
S ture or dealer and Cancelled whe,
e offered for sale, the cancellation
J. showing the date and initials of tn
= cancellor.
l. Any person violating the act shal
e be punished by a fine of not NOR
Il than $1,000 or by Imprisonment 70
l. not more than six months or b
l. both.
It The proposed law is not to appl
= to arms and cartridge manufactul
IS ed for or sold to the United State
n government or to the militia of an
d state.
LOCAL LEGISLATION A FAILURE.
D. Representative Sisson believe
L nothing short of federal regulatio
70 can abate the deadly weapon evil fo
% the reason that local legislation
% not sufficiently far reaching. Person
unable to obtain deadly weapons
one city or state, because of strir
ID gent regulations, send outside fo
IT the contraband articles.
k, The high tax will make deadl
Of weapons too expensive for most m
rt nors and disreputable characters {
to purchase, he believes, and abate til
evil to that extent. Experience the
rs will suggest other regulations.
It. The congressman holds that thel
n are sufficient precedents for usir
Is the taxing power of the governmel
n to stamp out gun toting. Under tn
"a authority the sale of oleomargariI
rk was regulated and state issues
n bank notes were taxed out of exis
n. ence following the civil war.