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The Washington herald., 1912-11-10
Princeton Social War Ends
With Election of Wilson
"OM Guard' Hastens to Bury Hatchet-Mrs.
Grover Cleveland Has Not Congratu-
lated President-elect >.

Princeton. N. J., Nov. s.-When Mrs.
Grover Cleveland marries Prof. Thomas
J. Preston. of Wells College. she will
have hung on her wall q Princeton d.
ploma bearing the signature Of Woodrow
Wilson. as president of the university.
Prof. Preston has sent to Aurora for his
masters diploma. and a. soon a. 1t ar
rives he will ask President-elect Wilson
to afiix his signature to 1t. Preston is
one Of those who got his degree in the
interim between the resignation of Wood
row Wilson and the election Of John G.
Hibben. as president of Princeton. John
A. Stewart acted as president pro tenn
during that period. and signed all the
diplomas. Most Of the men who gradu-
ated then have sent their diplomas to the
President-elect for his signature. Prof.
Preston had neglected to do 50 until
Gov. Wilson was actually elected to the
Presidency. This has given an added
value to- the signature that every grad
nate appreciates. Prof. Preston's diploma
should arrive here tomorrow or Monday.
The Washington herald., 1912-11-10

from the Governor. has sent his con-
gratulations, az have some Of the Gov
ernor's other opponents in the univer-
sity.
The feeling against the Governor
was SO bitter for time that even his
friends among the faculty were barred
from associating with him lest their
berths in the university be made un-
comfortable. Last night the Governor
and Mrs. Wilson were entertained by
Prof. Daniels. and many Of the 'old
guard" Of the university were present
It was a kind Of reunion that would
have been impossible had Woodrow
Wilson been defeated on Tuesday.
The Washington herald., 1912-11-10
Keslsr Funeral To-day.

The body Of William T. Kesler will be
buried at $50 this afternoon from
Speare's undertaking establishment. 80
F Street, Northwest. The funeral will
be conducted by the Masons. Orinent
Commandery, Knights Templar. will con-
duct the templar service. and Washing
ton Centennial Lodge, No. IA. F. A A
NJ. will perform the Blue Lodge rites
At the grave. La Fayette Chapter. No.
s. Royal Arch Mas0ns will be represented
at the funeral by its high priest and Other
officers. Interment will be in Glenwood
Cemetery.
The Washington herald., 1912-11-10

Now II you have tried q great many
cures for eczema and have been disap-
pointed. do not make the mistake Of re-
fusins to try this soothing wash. All
other druggists keep this d. d. D. Pre-
scriptiQn-go to them II you can't come
to us-but II yeu come to our store, We
win give You the nrst dollar bottle ON
our positive. no pay guarAntee, that
d. d. d. VIII stop at Itch It onco.
|O'DonneIl's Drug StoesA :. sssl 4.
The Washington herald., 1912-11-10

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The Washington herald., 1912-11-10
Instant Relief from Eczema

You can stop that awful itch from
eczema and other skin troubles in two
seconds.
Seems too good to be true-but it Il
true, and we vouch for 1t.
Just q few drops OF the simple. cool
ing wash. the d. D. D. Prescription for
eczema, and the itch stops instantly.
We give you enough to nrovs Il for
- conta
The Washington herald., 1912-11-10

Treating them with certain gases. Q
French scientist has Succoo1ed IN keep
ling sgss frssh in erdiussy temperatures
fer ten pouth2
The Washington herald., 1912-11-10
RH
Head Colds. Headache. Asthu
and Partial Deafness

III. - e
q must
a will With
satisfactory results "
- 4 J WORST. u Ash,asa o. !,
The Washington herald., 1912-11-10

It costs seuo.cee q yssr - nd ths American
people.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30
The Corn Man. Joins | \ G
Service Bureau.
TO HELppUSH WORK FORWARD
Cooperation Movement for Larger
Crops, Better Roads, More Pros
porous People and
Better Nation.

This marks the beginning OF new
and greater business service. IL L. a
cooperative movement for larger
crops, better roads, happier homes,
more prosperous people. and a richer
and better nation That is 10 say.
the II c Service Bureau proposes TO
help do for all the states and for Can
ada what Holden has done for Iowa.
After considering many offers, and
after an investigation OF the company
and its works, Professor Perry G.
Holden has entered the service OF the
ii Service Bureau at Chicago. !
Professor Holden is known wher.
ever real agriculture is known. His
whole life is one OF service. He orig
mated the idea OF carrying informa-
ton direct TO farmers. lie Is the Ia
ther OF the demonstration train, short
school courses, the corn show, county
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30

nified surprise until one day the build
er steps In, and the old coach and
horses or white hart comes tumbling
down. and a cheap chop and tea house
reigns IN It's stead. We dined early.
AZ half-past seven, by the grandfath.
er's clock In the corner. Peace rose.
Mr.. Corans meeting does not be.
gin until eight: but want 10 be there
early-come along
The platform was empty when we
arrived, but score OF people were
already ON the front benches We dm
not join them seating ourselves near
the door Brendon. or the graver
part Of II. moved by us IN tiny
stream. A few elders walked up tc
the platform with the air OF those who
realize that they are something In the
world. The clock above them was
pointing 20 the hour when. with q
humping OF feet and a clapping OF
hands, Coran appeared. and shook
hands with the white-whiskered old
chairman.
II was while the chairman was In,
Producing the popular and venerated
townsman who had come TO address
tbem." that the red face OF Mr. Hor.
ledge came peering In at the door lie
stood there for minute. and ther
modestly sat down on the bench be
fore us. Peace touched my arm. ant
we moved along until we were jus
behind him.
The chairman ended at last, and
amid fresh applause. coran rose ans
stood gazing down az the little GROVE
with benevolent satisfaction. Thei
respect and admiration was the breatl
OF life 10 the man. You could see =
in his eyes, IN his gesture az he beg
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30
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OyD FLETCHER ROBlhSON
IF HE 70u2aQ/lheL1alfcrsYlfy,

me wondering at him with an amused
cynicism.
started for London with my host
by the 9:05 To avoid suspicion,
Peace accompanied us 10 the station;
but there he left us. He had. he said.
work to do In the town.
Coran was cheerful with the limited
cheerfulness that nature allowed him.
Doubtless he felt that he had his en-
envy I'm his power. He was very talk
alive concerning the final address
which he was advertised TO deliver
that evening at eight o'clock II was
TO be the completion, the coping
stone 20 his campaign. and was cal
culated to ensure his election next
day expressed regret that |
should not be privileged 10 hear It,
lunched at my club, and, shortly
after three, returned 10 my rooms.
There. In my easiest chair. reading
an evening paper. who should dis
cover but Inspector Peace.
Hello" said Il didn't expect
you back SO soon
This is a very comfortable chair
OF yours. Mr.. Phillips" he smiled. ~
was glad OF a rest"
And how goes Brendon?"
so well that am going TO take
you down there by the 4:10 train"
tried to draw HIS discoveries out
OF him. but he would tell me nothing
Something was going TO happen which
might interest me II came along
that was the beginning and end OF his
news. II was sufficient TO make me
promise TO join him. however. as he
very we'll knew
The local was Just steaming into
the station when fat. red-faced man
came painting out Of the bookingof-
fice. Peace gave my arm squeeze
rs he passed
THAT is Horledge, the chief sup.
porter OF Coran's opponent In tomor-
rows election" he whispered.
so you have been making some
new friends since | saw you LAST"
One or two" he said, stepping in
60 carriage.
When we arrived at Brendon. the
inspector led me OF 10 an inn I'm the
center OF the town Ii was a pleasant.
old-fashioned place, with black raft
ers peerlng through the plaster OF the
ceiling and oak panelling high on the
walls. The modern Brendon had
wrapped II about. but II had not
changed for three centuries You
may find many such ancient inns
about London. which watch the march
OF the red brick suburbs with a dig
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30
THE MYSTERY OF
THE JADE SPEAR

"Are you Inspector Peace, Sir?"
lie looked what he was, garden
er's boy, and he stood on the platform
OF Richmond station regarding us
with solemn. If cherublc, counte-
nance. The little inspector nodded
his head ms he felt in HIS pocket for
the tickets.
Il have cab waiting for you. sir"
Are you from the Elms7"
yes. sir. Miss Sherrick sent me
10 meet you. having. heard as you
were coming"
We walked up the steps to the road
way. climbed into the cab. and. with
the boy on the box. dragged our way
up the steep of the narrow street.
past the Star and Garter (the hostelry
OF ancient glorles) and so for mile
until, at word from our youthful
conductor. the cab drew up at a
wicketgate in a fence OF split oak.
AS we stepped out girl swung open
the gate and stood confronting us.
She was tall and graceful crea-
ture, with the delicacy OF the blonde
coloring a beautiful face. There was
fear in her blue eyes, fear that Wild.
ened and fixed them; and a tremor
Of the full red lips that told OF great
calamity
Inspector Addington Peace"
Yes. Miss Sherrick"
There was that about the little In.
spector which ever invited the trust
Of the innocent, and also, 10 be frank,
no inconsiderable proportion OF the
guilty to their special disadvantage.
/ have noticed a similar confidence
inspired by certain Of the more IA
nous doctors. So was not surprised
when Miss Sherrick walked up TO
him. and laid her hand on his arm,
with confident appeal in her eyes.
DO you know they have arrested
him." she said.
II had not heard What Is MS
name?r
Mr. Boyne."
The man who found the body
Yes The man intend to marry.
! liked that sentence. II was
NNi'AFtA AAaH any pipNtoNhtaNh' - 80
innocence that she could have made
Peace marked Il. too. for he smiled
watching her with his head TO one
side in his solemn fashion.
You cannot think he Is guilty she
said quietly you are too clever for
that. Inspector Peace"
MY dear young lady, at two O'Clock
! heard that Colonel Bulstrode, OF
the Elms, Richmond. had been stab
bed to death IN a road near his
house. That was the single fact tele.
graphed 10 Scotland Yard Takine
my friend here, ! caught The 2;35
from Waterloo station II r. now
hnlfpast three AS you VIII observe
my work has not set commenced"
Il sent the boy % meet you,
wished you 10 hear my story before
You saw~the police up az the house
should LIE 70 ten you. All know
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30

conclusion. They form good ex-
ample OF his methods.
IT was evident" he said. that the
blackmailer knew Coran's character
his position as regards the election,
aud the details OF his house and
grounds. Those facts suggested a
relative or close personal friend The
theory that Il was relative was
strengthened by the newspaper cut.
ting. IL was not thing a casual ac-
quaintance would be likely 10 keep by
him all these years.
From Coran / learnt that he had
had differences OF opinion with Miss
Rebecca. In my conversation with
her she spoke bitterly OF his refusal
TO subscribe to her society for the pre-
yention OF vivisection. She returned
to the subject several times. mention
ing the financial difficulties in which
the local branch, OF which she Is the
secretary. was placed Those facts
impressed me.
Before Appleton arrived last night
! had carefully searched the summer
house. In corner OF the woodwork
| discovered a note from Miss Emily.
The place was the lovers letter box.
Indeed, had been expecting that
young gentleman's appearance long
before he came. did not, however.
tell this 70 Mr. Coran when he pressed
for an arrest. II would hardly have
fall ha II 4 a.,
inc that they will find the old gen.
tleman so stony-hearted after to-
night. AS for the young man, in the
inquiries | made concerning him,
found nothing that was not straight
and honest put him out OF the list
at an early date.
who the person may have been
that listened at the window ! cannot
say; but | conclude II was Miss Re-
becca. She certainly did not attempt
10 carry off the parcel.
This morning I discovered that an
anonymous donation OF twenty pounds
was sent 10 Miss Rebecca's society the
day after the first successful attempt
at blackmail ! kept an eye on the
house. and shortly after midday she
walked down to Horledge's shop. He
Is the president OF her society. They
remained for some time together. and
then Horledge took train to London.
| followed him 10 the newspaper room
in the British museum. Things were
becoming palmer.
81 have now no doubt that Miss Re
becca guessed who we were from the
first She told the secret to Horledge
who was, you remember, one OF her
brothers chief opponents in the cleo
ton, out OF sheer feminine spite.
suspected the man would attempt
something at the meeting on Friday
night My suspicion was correct, as
YOU saw"
And the election?"
lie won his seat on the council
think he deserved II, Mr. Phillips"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30

you are both pleased to be humor-
GUS. said our host, and could see he
was trembling with rage "But the
fact remains that caught this young
man entering the summer house for
purpose we can we'll imagine In
spector Addington Peace, charge
this person, Thomas Appleton. with
blackmail."
Can you explain your presence,
Mr.. Appleton" asked the detective.
kindly.
He did not look a criminal. for he
stood very straight and square. re-
garding the three OF us with an
amused smile.
"Of course. ] had no right to be
here" he said Though why should
find detective waiting TO arrest me
for blackmail, or why Mr.. Coran
should spring upon my back and roll
me over, | cannot imagine"
This is much as expected, .
snarled his accuser "Effrontery and
impudence are ever the associates OF
crime. Inspector, you will oblige me
by producing the handouts"
II should like word in private. Mr..
Coran."
They walked on together. leaving
me alone with MIR. Thomas Appleton,
who offered cigarette.
Has there been an epidemic or
iunacy in the neighborhood?" he in
CURED politely.
NO" | said. laughing in spite or
myself. But how, I'm heavens name.
do you explain your visit 10 the sum-
mer house az this hour OF the night?'
II am afraid | must decline TO an
swer you" he said. and quietly turned
the subject.
Coran returned. with face OF vim
dictive indecision. Under his veil or
austerity there had smouldered dan.
gerous temper. which was close upon
bursting into flame. But, after all he
had excuse enough Heaven alone
knew what banked ambition. what
treacherous insults he had come 10
associate with this young man. The
same passions actuate humanity,
whether they view the world from one
end OF the telescope or the other.
- have decided to waive your ar.
rest for the present" he growled
1T would certainly create great
scandal In Brendon." said Appleton.
firmly.
You count on that, do your cried
the elder man You think you have
hold upon me. that ! am afraid OF
you Take care, sir, take care.
You choose 70 be mysterious, Mr.
Coran. ! have no hold on YOU But
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30

! should think twice n were you be
FORE arresting an Innocent man"
Y Innocent What were you doing
here"
That IL my business"
Coran turned away. wringlng hts
hands together in HIS odd manner
when greatly excited.
Go" he snarled over his shoulder.
90. before J strangle YOU"
AS I dropped on to sleep half an
hour later was still wondering why
Peace had refused bed. remaining
for the night In the garden Could
he expect more visits 10 the summer
house? Why had young Appleton
come sneaking up at SO late an hour
II he were not guilty? The problem
that had seemed so simple was chang
ed into maze of strange compllca'
lions. ! was too sleepy 10 trace them
further.
was awakened BY touch ON my
shoulder II was Coran who stood
by my bedside
we breakfast IN half an hour" he
said uneasily
Il will be punctual.'
Forgive my importantly. Mr.. Phil.
lips. but promise me that YOU WIFI
be careful before Miss Rebecca. She
T. so very acute. never knew a
woman with keener instinct for
scandal And. as a father, cannot
forget the future OF my poor girls.
n she knew the truth she would not
leave them q penny; also. her heart
aiis affected"
4 am sorry g hear IT.
Thank you IL - very necessary
that you should be discreet"
lie staiked out q the room and leIs
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30


demonstration farms. and the National
Corn Exposition. AS head OF the en-
tension department OF Iowa State Col
lege OF Agriculture he did work
which. Senator Cummins says, up 10
the present time has Increased the
wealth OF Iowa s30.Oo0.0O0.
The object OF the II Service rlu.
reau is the promotion OF agricultural
education, and cooperation which
viii tend 10 raise the whole tone o.
commercial. industrial and farm lite.
Since agriculture is the basis OF pros.
perity and progress. naturally farm
problems claim first attention The atm
IS higher efficiency both on and of
the farm.
To do big work big organization
is necessary Not only the bigness,
but the perfection of the international
organization as well appealed to Pro-
fessor Holden. The big general agen-
cIes, scattered al over the United
States and Canada; the statesmen.
travellers and expert machine men:
the 10000 dealers every one, SO far
as possible, Is to be made an apostle
OF better farming
For years the international Har-
vester Company has realized the Inn
portance OF service II has spent mil
lions OF dollars IN the perfection OF la
borsaving machines. and now the
company is going in for direct service
direct TO the farmers, and direct 90
the farmers children. that the men
and women OF tomorrow may be more
capable and so more prosperous than
the men and women OF today.
II is no longer n theory that n wo
are To get the most out OF life we
must raise more per acre "Inten-
sive farming" is In the air II II the
battle cry OF peace and plenty. But
raising more is the result OF mind.
not muscle. We must know And
not only that. We must Enow we
know. and know why We know We
must know good seed from bad. right
cultivation from wrong and the WINS
and wherefors OF climates. soi,s.
fruits. cattle. horses poultry. and SO
forth
For these things the bureau was
established. But tho bureau and
Professor Holden see more than m
average increase o. a few bushels.
They sec . time coming when farmers
will raise twice rs many bushels OF
corn. wheat and oats 10 the acre.
and Ike Yields of all other kinds o.
farm products They SEQ a time when
farmers and farmers wives and their
children viii think more and work
less Every bushcl raised means Just
that much profit. and the profits OF
the farm promote commerce and Tn
dustry.
After period II rood work IN Mich
iran AGRICULTURAL college better work
ri Illinois. and great work az Iowa.
Professor Holden now enters upon a
worlds work While IN future Pro
ftesor Holden Win designate ChicaTu
e. home he SAYS he isrot leaving Iowa
-els Isl merely carrying Iowa 10 the
rest OF the world.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1912-11-30

Continued Next Week I
The Forrest City times., 1912-08-09
HAD THE BANDMASTER GOING
Governor Suffered Because his Re quest Was Not Couched In Plain
 Enough Language.

MT. Melvil Dewey, state librarian Of New York, said recently that libra riss would do well to furnish free mu- sic rolls for player-pianos. just as they now furnish books.
 Tn Toledo" said Dr. Dewey the other day. my project has been late iy inaugurated It will accomplish much for the musical art"
 Then. spropos of music and igno- rance. Dr. Dewey told a story.
 "A certain governor" he said, was being lunched at a seaside town. Dur ing the repast the local band played on the beach outside the hotel. The drum was in charge of a blacksmith, and be heat 1t so resonantly that at last this message was sent out:
 "The governor requests the drum mer to desist'
 The bandmaster was puzzled by this message for a moment: then his lace brightened in 6 smile, and he said:
 More drum. Joe; the governor likes it. !"
The Forrest City times., 1912-08-09
He Was Willing to Work.

The Democratic members of the house of representatives have been besieged ever by horde of office seekers, willing to serve their coun. try.
 Tt is refreshing" said one repre- sentative in discussing the office ques- ton. ito hear of an aspirant for pub lie office who frankly admits his ambi- tion, yet disdains to seek a position in which he will have nothing to do but to draw salary
 Two wayside pilgrims were talking over things when one of them asked:
 Dick. you aint a-hankerin' after no government place, are ye?"
 don't mind sayin' I'd take one Of 'em eff could git it. responded the other. but don't want no job that s all fat. I'm willin' to earn my wages.
 An what sort O job would be about your sizs?'
 Well. I'd like to fill fountain psns for some assistant secretary of the treasury. Judge.
The Forrest City times., 1912-08-09
WHY COWS STOOD IN WATER
Artistic Limitations Responsible for Characteristic Attitude Of tho
 Humble Bovine.

In north of England town there was a Lhiftless man who would never accept gifts outright, although he was always depending on charity, says AL Priddy in his book, Through the Mill.' relates the Youths Companion
 He painted landscapes. and my aunt when bsnevolently inclined. would hire him to decorate our walls with rural scenes, highly eolored in glaring tints. as if nature had turned color blind. There were cows in every scene, and Aunt Millie noticed that all the cows were up to their knees in water. Not one stood on the vivid green hills.
 "Jorvsy." she remarked to the old man, why do you always put the COWS in the water?"
 It's this way. Mrs. Brindln." the old artist responded You see, ma'am, never learned to paint hoofs''
The Forrest City times., 1912-08-09
SCURF ON BABY'S HEAD

campbell, Val used Cuticura Soap and Ointment for scurf on my babys head and they made a complete cure. It came on her head soon after birth. It broke out in pimplss and itched and she would scratch it and cause sores to form. Her head WAS very sore and her hair fell out in punches. She was very eros. and fret. ful and could not sleep at night. I tried many remedies, all failed. then I tried Cuticura Soap and Ointment and they commenced to heal at once. I put the Cuticura Ointment on. and a half hour after washed her head with the Cuticura Soap. used them a month and she was cured entirely" ," (Sigred) Mrs. W. B. McMullen. Mar. g, 1912.
 Cuticura Soap and Ointment sold throughout the world. Sample of each free. with S2-p. Skin Book. Address postcard "Cuticurs. Dept. L. Boston" !"