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Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
To Clean Paper.

To make a paste that will clean
wall paper, mix a quart Of -four with
five cents worth Of ammonia and
enough water to make q stiff dough,
and knead until smooth. Then wipe
the paper with the dough, working
it 30 hat a clean surface will be pre-
seated with every stroke, and the wall
paper will look like new.-New Haven
Journal Courier.
Friendship lnsipId Beside Love
What Gauges the majority OF WON
en- to be so little touched by friend
ship is, that 1t is insipid when they
have once tasted Of love.-La Hoche'
foucauld.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
To Cleanse Fine Lace.

Here is a recipe for cleansing laces
which an old lAcemaker who has
woven many a gossamsr web for the
great connoisseur and lover Of laces.
Nine. ModJeska, gave to her pupil
and patron. Spread the lace out on
paper. Cover with calcined magnesia,
place another paper over 1t and put
away between the leaves Of a book
for two or three days. Then all 1t
needs is a skilful little shake to scat
ter the powder, and its delicate
threads are as fresh and clean as
when first v
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
Once Exclusive Pot Of Royalty.

The Pekingese spaniel, or lion
dog" now so popular among dog low
ers, was formerly an exclusive posses
sion Of China's rulers. and 1t was g
capital offense to remove one OF the
diminutive creatures from the imperi-
al palace. A pair Of them we're
brought to Europe after the capture
of Pekin in 1860, and from these and
a few others the American specimens
OF the breed are descended.
The Jam should be boiled until on
dropping a little On a plate 1t 5ellies.
Jam should be boiled fast to preserve
the color of the fruit, and kept we'll
stirred.
All scum must be carefully removed
al II rises.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
%Rsnovstlng Shades.

One renovates her window shades
that have become cracked and broken
by laying them fiat on the floor and
painting them with ordinary oil paint
bought at any hardware store in small
cans.
One side Is painted and let to dry
thoroughly before the other side is
touched. This treatment preserves
the shades and makes them last for
many years.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
Soma Proof.

so he took you out auto riding the
other EVENING"" Eyes, what OF it?'
"Do you think he is In love with your
81 think so. 1 know that every time
/ spoke to him the auto tried to CLIMB
tree or jump a fence."-Houston
Post.
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
Professional Pride.

A local pugilist was brought before
4 police magistrate charged with as
Bault. Said the magistrate:
Prisoner, complainant says that you
willfully and maliciously knocked his
hat Off"
Up spoke the accused, pride In his
voice:
mo, your honor, I didn't knock hts
hat off; l knocked him from under
his hat"
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
Jam Ruieo,

Do not allow tin, iron or pewter to
touch the Jam, as any Of these are liza
BILE to spoil the color.
Everything employed In the Jam ma
king must be scrupulously clean.
The sugar must be Of the best.
The fruit must be gathered on .
dry day, any that is imperfect or dam
aged being discarded It should be
just ripe
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
Mems and Young Mems Suits

New Fall Suit, for men and young men;
made of newest materials and eolorings, nsbby
styles faultlessly tailored-newest kinks in
sleeves, collars and lapels-aIi sizes to fit
stout and lean, and men Of all statue. Browns
and grays will be the prevailing colors this fall.
BY purchasing here you will save $40 to SIS on
your suit. A regular sas valve at $500
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
REGULATING Window Opening.

"A broad band OF leather or fabric,
held In place by a small catch, has
been invented for regulating the
height OF carriage or automobile win
doTa
Perth Amboy evening news., 1912-09-27
Warfare Against Rats.

Cochin China is trying to And an ef-
,act,ve method to destroy the rats
that do great damage to the rice
crops.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10

in Colorado, and the information I have been able to gain indicates Will son has a better show than Roosevelt. The Bull Moose party, however, is strong, the leader in this state being Judge Ben B. Lindsey, of juvenile court fame, former Democrat.
 Changing the subject rather ab- ruptly, 1 will mention another feature about this city that I have overlooked in my first letter, and that is the un- usual prevalence of automobiles. There are over 1000 in Denver, or about one for every 30 inhabitants. To equal this per capita proportion Con- way should have over 100, instead of a dozen. A local newspaper has fig ured out that an advance of one cent per gallon in the price of gasoline, which went into effect today, will cost Denver autoists $150 day or over S50,000 year extra. Not only are passenger cars of every description in universal use, but autos and auto trucks are employed for delivery pur- poses by practically all the business houses. l should guess the ratio of autos to horse-drawn vehicles passing along the streets is at least four to one. FRANK E. ROBINS.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10
(. s. M'HENRY
 SELLS CHURCH

The members of Whites Chapel, a colored church located in the eastern part of the city, have paid the taxes and penalties to the owner, G. S. Me- Henry, and are again in possession of their house of worship. The church was sold on June 29 for taxes, Mir. Henry being the purchaser. This pa- per made announcement to the effect that MT. McHenry would probably oc- cupy the pupilt, but he stated this morning that during the short time he had been in possession of the church he had not had sufficient time to quail ify himself for the duties of pastor, and therefore, would not appear in the pulpit.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10

Continued on fourth page.)
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10
WEATHER FORECAST.

Tonight and Sunday, generally fair.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10
HALTER BUILDING
 NEARING COMPLETION

The Halter building, on East Oak street, is nearing completion, and when completed will be one of the handsomest buildings in the city. It is two-story building, the front of which is of white porcelain brick. The upper floor is fitted up for offices and are occupied by pr. J. M Muse, Dr. l. N. McCollum, Dr. w. s. Han ner, Silas w. Rogers, attorney, and the Dunaway Insurance Agency. The lower floor will be used by Joe D. Jones, who will put in an up-to-date restaurant.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10
RAINS GENERAL
 OVER THE STATE
OTHER NEWS OF CAPITAL
ONLY ONE-HALF OF COUNTY EXAMINERS AVE FILED
 ENUMERATION REPORTS.

Little Rock, August 10.-Reports from all sections of the state of CO., pious rains during the last few days have caused a marked advance in ag- ricultural stock. The rains appear to have been very general, and in many places it was badly needed. Those who consider themselves good guessers on that sort of thing, say the weeks rainfall has been worth million dol lars to the farmers of Arkansas.
 Only one-half of the county exam iners have yet filed with the state st- perintendent their reports of enumer- ation, upon which the annual appor- tionment of the school fund, to be made September 2, is based.
 The custodian has served notice on the penitentiary board and the state land commissioner that they must va cate their present quarters in the state capitol to make way for the sll- preme court. The private offices, con- sultation rooms, library, etc., of the supreme court will occupy practically all of the south half of the main floor of the building.
 The contract will be awarded Aug ust 20 for the new $40,000 central fire station, to be built adjoining the city hall. It is to be completed by January 1.
 The new Veil packing house is to be opened December 1, if the present plans of the promoters prevail Carl J. Baer, industrial commissioner of the Chamber of Commerce, which has been the most active factor in secur- ing this new enterprise, reports the farmers all over the state are deeply interested in it, and are going in ex- tensively for cattle and hog raising. There is more diversification of crops this year than ever before, and the packing plant will give this great impetus.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10
A SECRET WEDDING.

There are rumors ahoat that two of Conway's most popular young peo- pie got tiled up" the other night. Circuit Clerk J. H. Bailey does not deny the fact that he issued license, but after using all persuasive means available, we are still unable to get him to disclose their names.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10
WILS0N-M MARSHALL
 CLUB TO MEET MONDAY

The second meeting of the Wilson Marshall Democratic club will be held next Monday night at the courthouse Some out-of-town speaker will proba- ply be secured to address the meeting All Democrats are urged to be pres ent.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10
METHODIST SERVICES.

Preaching at the Methodist church tomorrow by the pastor. Subjects, II a. m., A Message to the Church < S:15 p. m., Assumptions Sin" A cordial welcome to all.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10

Mrs. Harrell Gist has returned from a visit to her mother in Mendon, Mo.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-08-10

Dr. Stonewall Anderson left this afternoon for Montana
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

her long enough 10 gather in an arm fui of afternoon papers from a news boy. and began scanning their first pages and throwing them aside. From the disappointment in his face judged he had not found what he was looking for.
 What did you expect to hud?' asked wondeHngly.
 Other suicides" he said terscly. keeping on with his nasty reading
 Though I lave known Miller Davis Tor years I 1ust confess that c.n. stantly find myself almost dazed by the seeming rapidity Of his mental processes and their apparently cratic course. Eere he was rejecting my theory o, Crandails guilt. yet jumping x1ildly tc the conclusion that there
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

Crandall with the Farr1sh case. criminal using the mails for Illegal purposes naturally locates, II possible, in another state from the scene or ms operations, foreseeing the better chance of legal delays and possible escape. A criminal working in New York naturally seeks New Jersey as headquarters If Crandall was cogni- zant of the yellow letters. whether ms connection was innocent or guilty, ne naturally would have known or would have tried to find out whence they came. went into his rooms with one question in my mind and soon found the answer. Tn CrandaIl ad- dress book will there not be some ad' dress in Kew Jersey that may give a clue?' Almost the first thing l turned 10 was this one of Lock Box r. Now in the postal business one Of the first things We learn is that the criminal always tries to get post-offlce box For that reason two references are always required. In spite of thAt precaution, many of the boxes are con-  stantly being used for fraudulent pur' poses When We find out who rented Lock Box r at Ardway, We shall be close on the trail of the yellow let ter"
 Were there any letters of katha' rine Farrish's in the desk?" I asked.
 "I guess so,'' said Davis unconcern' edly. T saw bundle of letters in woman's handwriting. but didn't even look to see whose they were"
 I was disappointed thus far with the inspectors handling of the case. His disregard of what appeared to me to be vital evidence and the decision he had made about this address being that of the sender of the yellow let ters seemed to me wholly illogical" :"
 You'll grant, of course, that Gran. dall is a morphine user." l ventured.
 "A pair of swords In mans room don't make him fencer Excuse me for a minute while I telephone my of fee
 While he was telephoning I re
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

had implanted. removed all obstacles to our purpose
 As he flung open the dcor 10 Gran dall,s apartment after unlocking 1t with his pass key. Davis turned. and handing him coin, said
 Can you get me a hammer and a couple of tacks till put up a notice?"
 Sure, said the janitor. as he tucked the coin in his pocket. 'I'll go down stairs and get one right away"
 The apartment into which he had admitted us was a two-room-and-ba bath suite, with furnishings indicating that It's occupant was a man of comfort able means and good taste. There were some well-ehosen pictures on the wall and a fine lot of books There was none of the display of stage fa- vorites and sporting pictures found in bachelor dens; but two framed photo graphs of Katharine Parrish, one with an inscription. smiled down from the walls, almost the only touch of femi- ninity about the place
 As soon as the janitor disappeared Davis made a bee-line for a desk that stood open and began a hasty search Of the papers. l stepped into the bed room and glanced about Something on the dresser caught my eye and l crossed and picked 1t up. I started as l realized what it was The small object In my hand was to me more and more convincing proof of Gran dall's guilt
 Come on, Kent" called Davis from the adjoining room, I've got what I came for"
 Still clutching the object had picked up, I returned to the sitting room to find Davis impatiently wait ing for me at the head of the stairs
 Quick" he said, let's get out be- fore the janitor returns. There is no use waiting to make explanations, as long as we have all We need"
 AS we reached the front door We heard the janitor shuffiing up the stairs, but We were around the corner and safely seated in a hotel cafe al
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
CHAPTER V.
Two Discoveries.


 Where are We going now?" asked sarcastically.
 I was thoroughly indignant at the leyity with which the inspector had received my theory of Crandall' 8 guilt Firmly convinced of my sound logic. the thought of Davis laughing at me before Louise ranked As be gan to expound. as forcefully as could, the reasons for my belief, he cut me short.
 Come along. Harding" he said in authoritative tones, we've no time to lose"
 Almost before I knew it found my self by his side in the taxieab he had hailed. In my indignation I had failed to hear the direction he gave the chauffeur.
 According to your theory. Mir De tective Kent" he said with assumed gravity, for he was still in ehaffing mood, where would be the best place for us to go next?"
 To Hugh Crandall's apartments" I cried. determined to convince him of my view of the case.
 That is exactly where we are bound, he replied to my amazement. But" l stammered, T thought from your manner that you disagreed with rne as to Crandall's guilt"
 'I do. doubt every mans guilt until it is definitely proved I admit there is plenty of evidence of Gran dalfs connection with the case. dc not admit that any of the evidence yet shows it to be & guilty connection"
 Again l started to explain my req sons for thinking Crandall guilty, bu, again he refused to listen
 My dear fellow" he said. "in my years of investigating crimes I have thoroughly learned one lesson, and that it the unwisdom of jumping at conclusions. There is only one rule that never fails. Collect all the evi denoe possible first and then see tc whom it points. Most detectives. botf professional and amateur, make the fatal mistake of deciding on a theory and then setting out to prove it Tha is the reason so many innocent mel are convicted and go many guilty one. escape. You can prove almost any thing about anybody if you work hare enough. Starting out with the theor, that no such man as Napoleon eve lived. could gather many conyincin: proofs"
 He stopped the taxicab at the cor
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

most before he could have discovered our absence from the rooms.
 See what I found" exclaimed in triumph. drawing a silver hypodermic syringe from my pocket and laying it on the table. "C.andalIs morphine tiend"
 It does look like it." said Davis unconcernedly. See what found,"
 Tearing off corner Of menu card he wrote something on i: and then tore it up quickly after showing 1t to me.
 Lock Box No. IT, Ardway, N J." repeated after reading the words. What does that mean?"
 That" Said Davis positively. lis where the yellow letter came from or the yellow letters"
 How do you know?" I asked in as- tonishment. I had supposed that the one thing of importance We would be likely to find in Crandalls apartments would be a bundle of Katharine Far lish's letters. In fact I took it for granted that they were what Davis
  1t seemed to me such an obvious thing I had not suggested 1t to him, yet here we were after our visit to the rooms with only two things-the hy- podermic syringe and post-office ad- dress Surely there must have been in those rooms something more def- nite. something more damaging to Crandall than the things We had ob- tained. and of the two believed that my discovery was the more signih- cant. How could Davis possibly know that this was the address from which the yellow letters emanated?
 Tt is simple problem In addition and subtraction. said Davis. The yellow letter connects the Parrish and Elser eases. Many things connect
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
SYNOPSIS.

Harding Kent calls on Louise Parrish to propose marriage and finds the house in great excitement over the attempted sui ciie or her sister Katharine. Kent starts an investigation and finds that Hugh 1randali, suitor for Katharine. who had been forbidden the house by General Far ffsh, had talked with Katharine over the telephone just before she shot herself. torn piece of yellow paper is found AT sight of which General Parrish Is stricken with paralysis. Kent, discovers .nat Crandail has left town hurriedly. Anorew Elser, an aged banker. commits suicide about the same time as Katharine attempted her life. A yellow envelope Is round in Elser's room. Post Office In spector Davis. Rents friend. takes up dail Is at the bottom of the mystery
 natharines strange outery puzzles the
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
Situation Vacant.

The rich bachelor sighed and look ed flxedly at the beautiful girl
 Things with me" he said, are at peed of woman in my home - one who would straighten out my tangled affairs and make life worth living once again
 Her soft glance spoke her excite ment and expectation
 ''Yes?' she queried gently.
 Do you know" he continued "oi any good, able-bodied woman whom could get to clean the house?"
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

viewed the case in my mind was strongly tempted to break with him and continue the investigation ny own way, and yet what had to gain by 1t! After all, We had learned very little except that Crandall was connected with the mystery. Where were we likely to find Crandall? Davis had had much more experience in tracing men. He was resourceful, as the method in which he had affected entrance into Crandall's apartments showed. Just as l made up my mind that 1 would be wise to continue to follow his lead. lacking one of my own. Davis re- turned, an expression of annoyance on his face.
 Kent" he said. abruptly. you've got to start at once for Ardway. I had planned to go out there. but as have to appear in court tomorrow there Is no use in my going tonight"
 I'll go first thing in the morning" :" said l, determined to see Louise again and have talk with her.
 There's a train out there at rour o'clock this afternoon" he said, look. ing mp from schedule he had picked up In the lobby. Tt takes nearly three hours to get there. Never let a traYl get cold if you can help 1t"
 But" l protested.
 You can telephone her." he said. "lt is for her sake that you win bs going, and she will appreciate you, energy in the matter more than any. thing else"
 m RE TnN-.rrN-r-r.r.
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
Enuiaud's Motto.
week or

'Dieu ct Mon Droit"-God and My Right'-the royal motto of England, was the parole of the day given by Richard L Che of the Lion HearD to his army at the bsttle of Gfsors, ia France. on the 20th of September, 119S. when the French army was sig nally defeated Dieu ct Mon Droit appears to have been first assumed as motto by Henry VT, 1422-1462. Sem per Idem-"Always the Same'-was one of the notices of Queen Eliza beth; also adopted by Queens Mary and Anne
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
One Woman's Faith.

The Interviewers-And you believe your husband innocent?
 The Wife of the Accused Official Absolutely l know he is incapable Of duplicity
 Then she put on her haf and hurried downtown and drew from the bank the $17,000 her honest husband had saved during the past six months out of salary Of s150 q month.
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

As summer tonic there is no medicine that quite compares with OXIDINF. It not onlH, builds up the system, bet taken reg rnIariy. prevents Malaria, Regular or Taste less formula at Druggists. Adv.
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
COLD FLOODED AND
 IhI, El lI HE I.-G

i have used your heal haEa $ ChIH Tome in fatlJ and can Fecou.ment Il tn everyone affect ed wlth ChNs and Fever IL cured when yarluus ther remedies failed. Price 59c. Sold and guar anteed by aii deaiers A. E. richards MedlcIao Co., e-4eFu.aa, Texas. Adv.
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
Couldn't Trust Him

Judge-Why didn't you stop beating him when he cried "Enoush?"
 Sambo-W'y. ye see. sah, dat nir gah is sich liah. ye can't nsvah be liees 'm.-Judga,
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
So Lihe Strsnrers

Nell-Bob Brown and Dolly Smith are engaged
 She-Indeed? l thought they were better acquainted
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

Dr. Pierce's Pellets, small, sugar coated, easy to take as candy regulate and invi2Grste stomach, liver and bowels Do not grfpe. Adv.
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
No Scabs.

Flushing Bride-What was that our friends stuck all over our suit cases, dearest?
 The Groom-Honey love, that was union label
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08
Contrary Causes

"Why did links break up househeep ing?"
 Because his wife broke down."
The Forrest City times., 1912-11-08

I IF fOOTl 8 union label
New Ulm review., 1912-12-04

Figures show that deaths from tu-
ebrculosis are as numerous in the
country as in the city. In spite of all
the fresh air on farms, this prevent
able disease still Increases This
shows that in some way the cities
overcome their handicap of crowded
quarters and lack Of sunlight. Investi-
gators say the poor showing Of the
country is the result of closed bed
room windows in farm houses. II
every bed room in every farm house
near New Ulm had window open
every night there might be ten fewer
funerals, and q certainty of better
health.
New Ulm review., 1912-12-04

Miss Meta Vogelpohl has accepted
a position in Reim's Jewelry store.
Mr. and Mrs. Aug. Schweppe of st.
James spent Sunday with the G. G.
ESeim family.
Lawrence Green came down from
St. Paul to spend a few days with his
old school mate, Henry Beetle.
y Miss Agnes Epper and Miss Vera
Mueller were home from Mankato
AComl College for the weekend.
Mrs. Gus. Schmidt and daughter.
-3ernice OF Tracy we're Thanksgiving
visitors at the home OF julius Schmidt.
4. c. 0chs OF Springfield was in
our city long enough last Thursday to
greet small number of his many
frisnds.
Misses Lena and Hulda Timm left
Tuesday for Saskatoon, Sask., Can.
where they Will visit for d month with
relatives.
= Henry Meidl who is employed as
timer in the D. II. Evans hardware
store at Tracy spent the past week
with his parents here.
Miss Louise Hensei spent the
.,Thanksgivlng vacation DIT her father .
home IN Milford. Miss Hensel is
taaching at Mllroy this winter.
The Congreg ational Ladies Aid
Society are holding their annual talr
and supper to-day at the church
parlors. See their ad on page 4.
Waller and Ezra Durbahn were
home from Hamllne. Franklin Blume
who formerly lived here was d guest
OF Ezra during the weekend vacation
Paul Kann will leave next Sunday
hon a. trip to Germany and Austria
He will be gone for two months visit
lives.
Sen Wiltscheck spent Thanksgiving
Day with Russell Johnson and tn,
rest OF his vacation at his home il
eSigel. The boys went back 10 th'
University Monday.
Ernest and Carl Weschke of St
Ipaul we're week end visitors at tn,
I Weschke home on South German ST
where family party gathered to-
THANKSGIVING.
55srley Bingham was home from
me City for the Thanksgiving season
A friend Of his, Harry Miller Of ST
Paul also spent the day at the M. A
Bingham home, returning Friday.
An estray COW came to the farm c
Anton Brand in Milford last wee
Monday. Will the owner please cal
for IT. Adv. 47-49p