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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

A remarkable case Of lethargy 10 ~
ported from one OF the towns in South
Russia. A certain Moisselyinko was
put on his trial In March of last year
on the charge OF having committed an
armed robbery. but In the midst OF the
proceedings he dropped to the floor In
what was supposed at the time to be a
fainting fit. but which afterward
proved lethargic sleep.
In this condition the prisoner has
lain till March OF the present year.
He has evidently been all the time in
complete possession Of his wits. but
was unable to move limb. open his
eyes or take food. When his eyelids
were raised the pupils could be seen.
and he was all the time fed by arti-
fetal means.
During his sleep he has lost some
weight. but he has kept throughout
the external appearance Of o man in
normal and healthy sleep.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

Less than ten minutes ago Helen in.
formed me that ours had ceased TO
exist
"She didn't. Fred!"
"Oh, but she did--and all on account
OF you. She declared that ! showed
more fondness for you than was be-
coming In an engaged man. and de-
manded that comport myself more
In accordance with her ideas of
decorum. questioned her right to
make such a demand. and bing,--the
engagement was or and Helen was
out in the middle OF tho floor waltzing
with Tommy Osborne before I could
get my breath"
The girls listlessness fed. and she
suddenly sat erect.
sour conduct this evening seems to
have been dreadfully improper. Fred.
II Is likewise at the bottom Of my
trouble. To begin with. Harry has
never liked you very much. as you
must know"
II confess have never been scorch.
ed by the warmth Of his regard" re.
sponded Drayton.
well. tonight. when he saw us hav.
ing a good time. It made him simply
rabid. He said lot of mean. sarcas-
tic things about you. and finally In
formed me that was too feather
Drained ever to attain the dignity and
responsibility fitting In one presiding
over a domestic establishment I re-
torted that he need give himself no
worry: for would never preside over
him-and then I somehow managed to
find my way out here"
And here we are. companions in
misery" said Drayton. with forced
lightness. what shall we do--hunt
them up and say we're sorry?"
II will not say I'm sorry" declared
Miss Ferguson.
well. then. shall we make them say
they're sorry?"
DO you think we could?" she asked
eagerly.
Surely. They'll both say they're
sorry inside OF q month. II we carry oue
Q little plan have"
Explain. please"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
Woman an Active Politician.

Rough and Ready. Cal. is lucky
enough TO have for registrars OF vot-
ers Miss Manic Morrison, an expert
horsewoman who is highly popular.
and she has made new record by
hunting up every voter In her BALI.
wick. spending ten hours . day In the
saddle. She takes her book to county
dances. too. and not man or woman
escapes without registering. Indian
apolis News.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

TITS simply this: You and I must
become temporarily engaged. Begin.
ming with this evening--right now.
will devote myself TO you asskiuously.
In week or two we will allow n to be-
come rumored that we are engaged.
That will do the trick. know already
how French will act. At first he will
run around in circles and emit loud
cries, but finally he will come TO ~
and ask forgiveness for the sins of the
past"
"And | know just how Helen will
act" said the girl with laugh she
will at first retire into shell Of icy
disdain. but in the end she will feel
that II Is her duty to rescue you from
my clutches. and then she will unbend
sufficiently to admit that she was a
trifie hasty. perhaps. It's fine plan,
Fred: let's try H."
Then we are temporarily engaged"
he said. extending his hand
yes" she replied. giving 1t a warm
clasp.
During the remainder Of the eve.
ming, the conduct Of Anita and Fred
evoked much comment. The manner
In which he monopolized her, and her
apparent enjoyment OF 1t. was a near
scandal to those who knew them well.
In the days that followed Fred gave
perfect imitation OF a devoted lover,
and Anita enacted the role OF happy
fiance with splendid realism. II was
rumored they were engaged. Their
friends gasped.
And then their prophecies were full.
filled.
well. Harry has come to time"
said Anita one evening when Fred was
calling on her. HE did precisely
what you said he'd do He was here
this afternoon. pleaded guilty to high
crimes and misdemeanors, and asked
to be forgiven for the same"
And your" he asked eagerly.
II told him must have time to con.
slider"
Helen also has deigned to admit
that her anger might have been un.
Just" said Drayton. II had note
from her yesterday. I haven't an
swered yet. suppose that our sham
engagement, now that It has served
its purpose. is at an end"
II suppose So"
Il suppose there Is nothing left but
to overlook their past transgressions
and receive them with open arms" he
continued
II suppose So" she answered duly.
"Are you glad?'
mo: I'm mott" he exclaimed. ITO
be truthful, Mia, there isn't going to
be any reconciliation between Helen
and me-"
Fred. you can't mean IT."
II do. though" he said. rising and
pacing the floor. after the last few
weeks with you. Mia, returning to
Helen would be like going into cold.
storage for the balance of my life. I
know there is no chance for me; but
before go out OF your life and French
comes back in. I want to tell you that
love You. That's why haven't an
swered Helen's note"
| The girl rose and advanced until
she stood before him. She colored
warmly. but smiled bravely into his
eyes.
There is chance for you, Fred.
big chance" she said slowly. Harry
can never come back into my life, IL
you wish to remain"
"You mean our sham betrothal may
become real?" he demanded. almost
roughly. as he caught her to him.
1T is real, Fred. dear" she whis.
pered. hiding her face upon his shout
der.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

Marion made II a practice to use
all the new words she heard OF In sem
fences. The other night she was list
ening while her mother read OF the
disaster OF the Titanic.
Mother" she said. what does IT,
tanic mean?"
Titanic" her mother replied.
means very large, or big"
Marion was thoughtful for n min
ute. Then turning to her mother she
said:
II can use II in sentence"
"How?" asked her mother.
1.-THE Titanic ship hit an iceberg tt.
tanicer than ITSELF" said Marion.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
unwrse Comment,

How much wiser would a man ap-
pear II he reserved comments.
The other day woman said. Il hear
that yalenciennes lace is going to be
the wear again" rs it?" growied
her husband. "I'ii bet you an oil we'll.
then. it's something that doesn't cost
a cent under 81 cents a yard" And
his wife. seeing that he had cinch.
was silent. and would no. stay in and
call him.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

II is now we'll known that not more
than one case OF rheumatism in ten re-
quires any internal treatment whatever.
All that is needed is free application
of Chamberlain Liniment and massag-
ing the parts at each application. Try
it and see how quickly It will relieve the
pain and soreness. For sale by all deal
ers.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
A CARD

This is to certify that Foley's Honey
and Tar Compound does not contain any
opiates. any habit forming drugs. or
any ingredients that could possibly harm
its users. On the contrary. its great
healing and soothing qualities make it a
real remedy for coughs, colds and irri-
tations of the throat. chest and lungs.
The genuine is in yellow package. Ask
for Foley's Honey and Tar Compound
and accept no substitute. For sale by
all druggists.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
Live TELEGRAPH Poles.

In Nevada the telegraph poles tn
damp. low-lying situations have taken
root and fiourished They are OF cot
tonwood. and planted with the bark
upon them. In some parts OF Java
too. native tree is used for the poles.
and this also takes root. thereby re-
sisting the attacks OF the white ants
or the inroads OF natural decay.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
They Put An End To Il

Charles Sable. 30 Cook ST., Roches-
ter, N. Y. says he recommends Foley
Kidney Pills at every opportunity be-
cause they gave him prompt relief from,
a bad case of kidney trouble that had
long bothered him. Such recommen-
dation, coming from Mr.. Sable. is direct
and convincing evidence of the great
curative qualities of Foley Kidney Pills.
For sale by all dealers.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

When your child has whooping cough
be careful to keep the cough loose and
expectoration easy by giving Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy as may be requir-
ed This remedy will also liquify the
tough mucus and make it easier to ex-
pcctorate. 1t has been used successfully
in many epidemics and is safe and sure.
For sale by all dealers.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

Mrs. Leila Love. wife of Wiley Love,
a farmer living near Covena. Ca. says:
II have taken Foley Kidney Pills and
find them to be all you claim for them:
They gave me almost instant relief
when my kidneys were sluggish and in
active. can cheerfully recommend
them to all sufferers from kidney trou-
blcs." For sale by all druggists.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
RECORD OF A
GREAT MEDICINE
Doctors Could Not Help Mrs.
Templeton -Regained
Health through Lydia E.
Pinkham's Compound.

Hooper, Nebraska. --"I am very Glad
totell how Lydia E. Pinkham' 8 Vegetable
Compound has helpedme. F,rfive years
] suffered from female troubles so l was
scarcely able to do my work. / took doc
tors medicines and used local treatments
but was not helped. ! had such awful
bearing down pains and my back was so
weak ! could hardly walk and could not
ride. loften had to sit up nights to sleep
and my friends thought l could not live
long. At my request my husband got
me bottle Of Lydia +. Pinkham's Veg
etable Compound and / commenced to
take It. By the time I had taken the
seventh bottle my health had returned
and ! began doing my washing and was o
well woman. Atone time for three weeks
| did all the work for eighteen boarders
with no signs Of my old trouble return
ng. Many have taken your medicine
after seeing what it did for me. Iwould
aot take $1,000 and be where was. You
nave my permission TO use my name IL
I will aid anyone. Mrs. SUSIE Tenn
.LEToN, Hooper, Nebraska.
ThePinkham record lisa proud and peer
ess one. 1t is a record Of constant VIC
DRY over the obstinate ills of woman-ills
hat deal out despair. 1~->N
I is an established tNE%lSIHC
act that Lydia E. M<&XNNM
'inkham's Vegeta- >NR
lie Compoundhas re- H<TH
,toredheaith TO thou ~ II
lands Of such suffer- (c\ ,-MD ~
ng women. Why W\EN>E<MW
ion't you try it If you CyESAMSN
aedsucha medicine? IssE STMkSxM
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

y0u't ''o''s.
Jet old dorm before their time through Ignorance and
the improper handling Of this human mechanism. Mental
depression confused head backachc, headache or not
flashes and many symptoms of arrangement OF the womany
system he avoided by OF whas ~
do in those trying times that come 10 all women.
WILLIAMS Of Lynnhayen Va. wrote: y Is nx years
employed eai would de- not able 70 90 my wor
bad Ia hire Finally read In the about
DIR Pierce and decided TO try " han M
had done good took m h
1--WE bttles faVefte Of Golden mea
all houecwor and have Rnine
fourteen pounds who suffer from female trono
10 try your Prescription. medicine earth
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

From ivory. which shows no grain.
pieces OF the size o. tho torquoise DE
sired are shaped and left for II days
in a saturated solution OF ammoni'
acal copper oxide in water, then rinse
and dry them. II the color OF tho tor.
quoise is not deep enough. the opera
ton may be repeated.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

Mrs. M. A. Mclaughlin, SIP Jay St.
La Cross, Wis, writes that she suffered
all kinds of pains in her back and hips
on account of kidney trouble and rheu-
matism. II got some of Foley Kidney
Pills and after taking them for few
days there was a wonderful change in
my case. for the pain entirely left my
back and hips and am thankful there
is such a medicine as Foley Kidney
Pills" For sale by all druggists.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

Each age of our lives has its joys: Old
people should be happy. and they VIII be
If Chamberlain Tablets are taken to
strengthen the digestion and keep the
bowels regular. These tablets are mild
and gentle in their action and especially
suitable for people Of middle age and
older. For sale by all dealers.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

Mrs. J. Z. Henry. Akron. Mich, tells
how she did so: II was bothered with
my kidneys and had to go nearly double.
tried sample of Foley Kidney Pills
and they did me so much good that |
bought bottle. and feel that they saved
me big Doctors bill" For sale by all
druggists.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
Much Rubber In Rhodssla.

The vast extent OF northern Rho
desia renders II impossible at pres.
ent to estimate even approximately
the extent Of the rubber areas. but
such evidence as IL available points
TO the great prospective value of this
asset.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

II walnuts or any other kind Of
nuts are packed In layers Of sand
and kept in a cool place. they will
keep fresh for an indefinite period.
Soak them In warm water for an hour
before using II you would have them
peel as II they had Just been gath
cred fresh from the tree.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
IrreslstlhIe Earnestness.

How can any man be weak who
dares to be at all? Even the tender
est plants force their way up through
the hardest earth. and the crevices OF
rock; but a man no material power
can resist. What a wedge. what q
beetle, what q catapult 10 an earnest
man! What can resist him?'-Tho-
reau.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
ExtenustIna circumstances.

The Judge told the lawyer to stand
up. while your contempt of court
was clearly expressed" he said. Il
am going to give you the benefit OF ex-
tenuating circumstances. In all my
Official connection with you I have
never heard you use the expression
'iota Of proof Discharged"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

A Ave foot long snake was the un.
welcome guest at funeral at Katzil,
Victoria, Australia. q few days ago,
and its appearance caused the widest
confusion and panic amongst the
mourners. It was only after great diff
ficulty that the reptile was killed. The
funeral service proceeded without fur
ther Interruption.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29

Doctors are now studying the idea
of sleeping for shorter time and
oftener. BY division OF the hours OF
sleep new stimulus for work is gained
and new energy--both physical and
mental-must result.--Harper's Week
".
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
When Buying. Buy Only The Best Costs
no more but gives the best results

II. l.. Blomquist. Esdaile. Wis. says
his wife considers Foley's Honey and
Tar Compound the best cough cure on
the market "She has tried various
kinds hut Foley's gives the best result
of ALL"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1912-06-29
HOW 10 pREsERyE YOUTH AND BEAUTY.

youth and beauty for the YOUNG Woman or the mother
young old her physical make good way
The
Ppes Common by r. " Pierce NJ d. which
ADDRESSING
DIR Pierce, a Buffalo, ~. !.
compared
which will good running order
good one the right time that the delicate mech
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
STILL HAD A POINT TO WAKE.
Domestic Difficulties Being Settled,
Woman insisted Upon Ono 9th
or UNDERSTANDING.

A coloreL couple was taken before
the Juvenile court and against the
man was plac I'd the charge of neg
iecting his children. Judge Taylor
gave advice as to what should be done
to stra ighten out the family trouble
so the couple could continue 20 live
together and support the children.
you are earning So a week, and
have three children to support on
that" said the Judge. 1T is evident
that you must cut your expenses down
as loy rs possible. You are paying
for a piano by instal'ments. You will:
have 10 stop that, for people in your
circumstances can't afford to have a
piano.
"Y.ou must leave the house you are
living in and move to a smaller one
with lower rent. You ought not to
pay over IS or Sc month for rent"
The mother objected to this, saying
that she could not live in respecta'
BILE neighborhood under such, condt
tons.
2'he Judge found that they belonged
to differ eht churches, and be advised
that the wife join the husbands
church. He added that it was proper
that the husband hold the purse
strings. After many other difficulties
had been smoothed over the case was
continued two weeks to give the new
methocs trial The couple left, but
at the door the woman turned to the
Judge and said:
DAT will be AN right, but All must
insist dat hcspinch his mouf an stop
all1ing about me. "-Ihdianapolis News
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
DISTINCT VALUE OF PICTURES
Care in Selection and Hanging VIII
Be Well Rena;d in Increased
Pleasure Afforded.

"A room hung with pictures is a
soom hung with beautiful thoughts. y
How many of us give the right
amount of careful thought in hanging
pictures on our walls? Do we ever
think OF the pleasure and effect on
ourselves OF the paintings or prints
tina: are constantly before our eyes?
That chrome makes me Wild" says
one protesting esthetir woman, as she
gazes on a relic of the barbarous age
in art. 1t is q wildly colored print c!
very old and very ugly Juliet lean
ing over the balcony in the arms OF s
Romeo Who would not take a prize
for anything except climbing up a
vine. This walnut frame is old ano
matches the execrable "whatnot' OF
our mothers time. The whole thing
Is unpleasant, badly drawn, badly col
ored and absolutely out of place, and
yet 1t hangs on, simply because some
dead aunt saw fit to give 1t at an an
niversary'
Pictures should please. They should
educate and elevate. They should be
OF the good painters. How rich is the
treasure from which we can choose.
How wonderful are the modem re
productions at ridiculously little cost!
Begin now to tear down the mean
ingless prints that speak nothing to
you. Hang upon your walls restful
beautiful pictures that will have just
as much effect, psychologically, or
your nerves, your mind, your soul. as
the companions OF yovr ho2rs.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
CRIMINAL CASES
TO BE CALLED MONDAY
Murder Case of j. w. Harper TO BE
Heard and Trial Of Frank Hall
Listed.

TIL, criminal docket will be taken
up Monday morning when the Jeffer-
son circuit court is convened by
Judge A. B. Grace. There are about
twenty-five eases on tie calendar,
the most important of which IS that
of +. w.. Harper, who is indicted for
murder in the first degree fer the
killing of Guy Faulk on a Cotton
Belt freight train at Sorrells July 5.
Another interesting case is that OF
r. N. Hail, the ycung St. Louis
lumbe.man, who IS accused of utter
ing worthless paper and secur ng $50
from the Jefferson hC.el and 500
from Dick Knox.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
VALUE OF FORESTS PROVED
Addition to Conserving Rainfall,
They Are Of Other Aids to
Agriculture.

While the rainfall Of any region is
the atmosphere, and can be affected
only in very slight degree, if at all.
by the extent of that region covered
by forests, it has certainly been shown
that woods and forests conserve rain..
fall. The briefest consideration indi'
Gates the likelihood that this must be
so, because vegetation and the ground
covered with vegetation absorb water
and allow it to percolate slowly to the
lower levels, whereas on bare ground
the rainwater runs quickly away to
sea. But trees serve another purpose
in aid Of agricult are; because, as some
recent experiments show, they act as
windbreaks and shelters to growing
crops. The distance to which the pro-
tective influence Of trees extends Is
estimated at twenty times their
height, though complete protection.
such as might be afforded to growing
wheat in a gale, extends only to dis.
lance eight times the height of the
trees. Partial protection Is about
twelve to fourteen times the height.
They also check evaporation Of rain
tall, their influence extending Ave
times their height to windward and
eighteen times to leeward, and pre-.
serve as much as 70 per cent of mois.
ture ordinarily lost. Finally, their
influence heats both air and soil. in.
creasing the diorna. range IF temper
ature by as much as nine degrees
Fahrenheit.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
OvercuIture or No Culture.

Overculture, even if it borders on
affectation, is better than no culture
at all. 1t is less offensive to hear a
woman talk with grand airs than to
hear her converse in common Enc
lish of the streets. with all its slang
and cheap wit. The English language
contains quite few words Anyway
there are enough to furnish one with
an excellent vocabulary. A good set
of dictionaries is a good investment.
Have them near you and whenever
you find word you are not sure
about its meaning or pronunciation in,
vestigate. It is worthwhile habit,
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
Relief From Influenza.

Influenza. as is believed BY the ma,
jority Of medical men at present, Is
caused by Inicrobe which IS pres.
demic is raging. The surest safeguard
against a disease arising from mi
crobe. is to use antiseptics; Of these
carbolic acid and eucalyptus oil have
been found of most use for the proven
ton and cure of influenza. The best
way Of using these is in the form of a.
smeiling-bottle containing, in addition
to carbolic and. eucalyptus, camrhor
charcoal and ammonia.
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
READY TO FOLLOW LEADER
tagion So Quickly Spread az
That of Emotion.

George II. Bass used to tell story
tions
An old darkey sat by his fireside In
a detected frame of mind Illuminating
on the miseries of the human race.
Towser, his faithful hound, lay on the
hearth with his jowl on his paws, alb.
sorbing the heat in blissfnl som,
nolence. Presently the master groaned
sepulchrally. Towser courteously
opened one eye for a second and
tapped on the floor with his tail. A
silence. Then said the master:
"Houn'. man am BON to trouble as
de spa'ks fly upwa'd."
Towser shook off slumber for a mo-
ment, lifted his head and evinced his
sympathy by a steadfast look, then
settled down to dreams again. AN.
other silence. Then the master IT,
spired to fuller expression OF his woes
by the response OF his auditor, con-
tinued:
"Houn', dis y 'arth aln a place D
trouble an a vale O. tears; de debhji
ne roams, UP an down like hongrv
lion seekin' who he may devour; de
ways OF de weezed am shorely full O
tribbalation.'
This time ToWsers nose was lifted
toward the ceiling and long, lugubri-
Gus woo-o-ow-woo-woo! expressed his
acauiescence to his masters sentl
ments.
emotions are contagious; all that is
needed is a proper leaday."
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-17
ASK FOR "QUEEN BREAD
Petruchlo's Character

He Is mailman in his senses. q
very honest fellow who speaks hardly.
q word OF truth, and succeeds in al,
his tricks and impostures. He acts
his assumed character to the life with
che most fantastical extravaganza
with complete presence OF mind, WITH
untired animal spirit, and without a
particle Of Ill humcr from beginning
to end.-William Hazlitt.