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The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
FAITHFUL DOG FINDS BODY.
II Is That of Celia Funka. Choked To
Death and Hidden.

Washington, Pa, Aug. 5.-After q
search of "A hours for the body of Ce
liza Funka, an 1S-year@old Austrian
girl, who had been missing from heI
home at Manifold, three miles north
east of here, since early Saturday
was found at noon yesterday near
Washington by a Newfoundland dog
which had been her pet for years
August Funka, father OF the girl, was
led to a clump OF trees by the animal
and there discovered the child. She
had been choked to death. On her
throat were the imprints of fingers.
the nails of which had sunk deep in
to the flesh.
1t was nearly midday when the dog
crossing a line between two farms
northeast of Washington, suddenly
stopped and gave a mournful howl.
With the father of the girl close at
his heels. the animal put his nose to
the ground and ran until he finally
stopped at what apparently appeared
to be pile of grass. AS the dog
whined and howled, the father threw
aside the grass and found the body
of his daugter lying below.
Last night a posse led by Sheriff
Luton is searching in this vicinity for
the murderer The father of the girl
says that when he found the body he
saw a strange man in nearby field.
The stranger. Fmka says, disappear
ed when he looked up.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

Italian smugglers frequently train
dogs to assist in their contraband work
According to report from the Italian
customs officials, the dogs pressed into
the smuggling service are first submit
ted to rigorous training on Swiss terri
tory and after being Ill treated by one
of tue smugglers attired AS a customs
official are driven across the frontier
into Italy. Here, meeting with great
kindness from the smugglers, the ami
mails soon distinguish between friends
and foes. After time the canine con
federates are taken over the boundary
to Switzerland, where they are loaded
with excisable articles-sugar, tobacco
and spirits-and set free to make their
way back to their friends quarters
over the Italian frontier.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
An Appropriate Hymn.

A certain professor of divinity who
was spending the summer in the Scot
fish highlands was invited to baptizs
the infant son of the local minister.
When the time for the ceremony ar
rived the guest gave out for congre-
gationa singing paraphrase much
favored on such occasions. Let u.s."
said he, "sing from the fifth para
phrase, beginning at the second verse,
AS sparks in close succession rise"
To his CONSERVATION, the congrega-
ton giggled audibly. Afterward, ask
ing the clerk what he had done wrong,
that functionary replied, You must
know, professor, the minister's name is
Sparks, and yonder is his tenth BARN. "
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
eIaekie and the Magician.

Many years ago Anderson, "the wiz
ard OF the north" gave some perform
ances In Edinburgh, and Professor
Blackie was one of the crowd who
went to see them. AS he was making
his way in he felt something at his
coattail, and. putting his hand into his
pocket, he found an egg. This he took
out and most adroitly transferred It to
the pocket of a young man Just In
front OF him, person as unlike him
self as can well be imagined. Arrived
I'm the hall. he remarked where this
young man placed himself and chose
his own seat I'm a corner as remote as
possible. When the time came for
wizard" Anderson TO trouble" him
for the egg he arose and explained that
he had nothing % the sort in his peck
ct. but that he believed that gentle
man could produce 1t, pointing to the
astonished young man. whose surprise,
however, by no means eousled that Of
the wizard.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
A Musical Recommendation.

Herman Perlet, the musical director
and composer, was recruiting a phil
harmonic orchestra and had enlisted
the services of an Italian acquaintance.
Among the instrumentalists he pro-
cured was very old man with an anti
quated flute from which he was able
to get wheezy tone now and then.
take him away!" ordered Perlet after
the first rehearsal. HE can't play the
flute" WHAT Thata man can't
playa da fiutev' gasped the sponsor.
mot in this orchestra. Take him
away" "Maledettaw He rolled his
eyes heavenward. "Thata man can't
playa da flute" And he beat his breast
in indignation. "Why, thata man he
ighta with Garibaldiv'
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
BENNINGTON BRIEFS
News of the Town and Village Told Briefly
for Busy Readers

Miss Jennie Grace is visiting in
Pittsfield.
Victor Carlson has gone to Mon
treal for a visit.
William Davis has returned from a
visit in Pittsfield.
Ralph Burt and Wallace Venable
spent Sunday in Burlington, return
ing home last night
Mr.. and Mrs. James Wood visited
in Pittsfield over Sunday.
Miss Minnie Wyman of Manchester
is visiting her sister, Mrs. Ralph
Remington.
Mr.. and Mrs. William F. Ashton of
Pittsfield. formerly of Bennington, are
visiting relatives here.
Clarence and George Daley of New
York are visiting their parents, DR..
and Mrs. E. b. Daley.
regular meeting of Catamount
Commandery, U. o. G. c., will be held
Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock.
Miss Jennie Robinson of North Ad-
ans has been visiting her grandpa
rents, Mr. and Mrs. Albee Buss.
r. S. Buss has been appointed one
of the judges of the hand engine con-
tests held at Adams on Labor day.
]. H. Livingston and Miss Mabel
Livingston spent Sunday as the
guests of relatives in Hoosick Falls
Harry B. Hopkinson has gone to
Brattleboro for a visit with his grand
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. f. p. Hopkin-
son.
Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Nolan of Pitts
field passed the week end with Mrs
Nolan's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eli
Briggs.
William j. Parish of Schenectady
was the guest of friends at Camp
Linwood at BARRIERS Pines over the
weekend
Guy Harbour, John Morrissey, John
Kelly, Charles Briggs. E. S. Hig-
gins, John McKale and Edward Smith
passed Sunday. at Camp Coomash at
Sucker Pond.
Mt. Anthony Lodge, F. & A. NJ,
will work the Master Masons degree
at the regular meeting tomorrow, Aug.
9Th, at s p. m. Balloting for candi-
dates and other business. Brethren
are requested to be prompt in at
tendance.
Rhadeska, who is to appear at the
local opera house Wednesday. Aug.
most OF the grand opera stars. The
only reason that she is not on the
grand opera stage is that she is to-
tally blind.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
Good One Way.

For nanny years a man named Dut-
ton was a popular conductor between
Duluth and Two Harbors. A woman
from Duluth purchased ticket, re-
turn ticket to Two Harbors. and then
concluded to return by boat. Some
months later she wished again to visit
Two Harbors and presented the re-
naming half of her former ticket. Mr..
Dutton looked at it for full minute,
then said, II think this ticket is good
for one transportation, madam, but you
will have TO ride backward. Chicago
Tribune.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

Or. Breckenridge, a well known
American clergyman, and his two
brothers, also of the same profession,
one day paid visit to their mother.
do you not think, mother" said he,
that you ruled us with too rigid rod
in our boyhood? 1t would have been
better. think, had you used gentler
methods"
The old lady Strengthened up and
said, well, William. when you have
raised up three as good preachers as
have then you can talkr'
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
Odd oriain Of an Endemic.

In house in the English town of
Exeter, some years ago, sat two men.
One Of them informed his companion
that the last time he was In the town
he suffered from smallpox in that very
room. 'In that corner" he said, "was
a cupboard where the bandages were
kept. 1t is now plastered over, but
they are probably still there" And he
took poker, broke down the plaster
and found them. From their find" the
two men contracted the disease, and it
spread through the town and worked
fearful havoc.-London Telegraph.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
The "Prouresslven Party

is the individual man or woman, who
uses Foley Kidney Pills for back
ache, rheumatism, weak back, and
other kidney and bladder irregularit-
ties. Foley Kidney Pills are healing
strengthening. tonic, and quick to
produce beneficial results. Contain
no harmful drugs. Never sold in
bottles. The genuine in yellow
package. Coles Pharmacy.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

d. C. Bybee, teaming contractor liv-
ing at 66s Keeling Court, Canton, Ill,
is now well rid Of a severe and an
noying case OF kidney trouble. His
back panied and he was bothered
with headaches and dizzy spells. Il
took Foley's Kidney Pills just as d.
rected and in a few days / felt much
better My life and strength seemed
TO come back, and I sleep well. am
now all over my trouble and glad to
recommend Foley Kidney Pills" Try
them. Coles Pharmacy.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
Probably.

The witness testified that he had
been knocked down by motorcar and
that the chauffeur, who was joy riding,
had given no warning of his approach.
do you mean" asked the judge,
that he didn't have a horn?"
mo, your honor" replied the wit
ness; 81 think he'd had too many
Judge.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
DOn'tYOu T .eI Like Kicking YOursel
Shoe Repairing

People in Bennington and vicinity
know that /. the widow OF the late
G. Himovitz of 104 Gage street, keep
the store for repairing shoes and try
to make a living for my children, to
avoid charity, l ask all mothers and
fathers to sympathize with me and
to give me work. have a very good
workman, as shoemaker, of New
York, who is ready to give all kinds
Of the best work In shoe repairing,
and the best goods will be furnished.
A free shine will be given with
every pair OF shoes repaired. The
work is done by hand, not by mach
lnery. so you shouldn't be afraid that
It will tear like that done by machin-
cry.
Mrs. Y. Himovitz
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

The prince, tactful as ever. glanced at
those about him, then at his plate;
then he picked up stalk after stalk, ate
what he wanted and threw the balance
on the carpet behind his chair.
A moment later thirty people in that
room were eating asparagus in Persian
fashion. The air was thick with fly
ing stalks, and the attendants, trained
to look more serious than ever on such
occasions, never batted an eyelash nor
moved a muscle.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
Banking by Mail.

The Hyde Park Savings Bank In
sists that deposits sent to that Bank
are absolutely safe.
No depositor ever lost a dollar by
sending money through the mails TO
the Hyde Park Savings Bank.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
Grand Union Tea Co.

All customers Of the above com
pany that have not been called upon
viii confer a favor IL they will kind
ly drop a card TO Mr.. Fred L. Turner,
41s County street. Il
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
Tact and Principle.

We must carefully distinguish be-
tween the absence Of tact and the pres
ence Of I.Einciple.-John Davidson.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
Pulse Beats.

Contrary to general belief, the pulse
of old people is quicker than that OF
the young
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
SWAMP
ROOT.

the remedy you need. At druggists in fifty
cent and dollar sizes. You may have a sample
bottle OF this wonderful new discovery by mail
free, also pamphlet telling all about 1t.
Address. DIR. Kilmer & Co.. Binghamton. N. y.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05
ENLIvENED THE DINNER.
An English Royal Banquet With an
Oriental Variation.

When Muzzaffar-ed-D Din, shah of Per-
STA, paid his first visit to England he
was the guest of King Edward VII,
then prince of Wales. On the evening
of his arrival a banquet was held at
the palace, and on the menu was as
paragus.
As it happened the shah had never
heard of, much less tasted, asparagus
till that evening. When the dish was
brought on he helped himself to half
of it, picked each stalk up In his fin
gers, nibbled gingerly at the head and
then threw the stalk over his shoulder
on to the carpet To have let it re-
main on his plate would have been a
breach of Persian etiquette.
All eyes were turned to the Prince of
Wales What was he going to do?
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

Is not recommended for
everything; but if you have
kidney, liver or bladder
trouble II will be found just
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

proruuflv made. shop On rear DR.. A. 2. Cutters
horf Main Street. Tekphoue HIP. Redwood
OF NJ Z. Bus 3a-k
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

Guy Harbour, John Morrissey, John
Kelly, Charles Briggs. E. S. Hig-
gins, John McKale and Edward Smith
passed Sunday. at Camp Coomash at
Sucker Pond.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Nolan of Pitts
field passed the week end with Mrs.
Nolan's parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Eli
Briggs.
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1912-08-05

William j. Parish of Schenectady
was the guest of friends at Camp
Linwood at Barber's Pines over the
weekend.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20

turned to his native state and spent
five successful years as pastor of the
church at Morristown, y. j.
He gradually became one of the
strongest characters in the New Jersey
Conference and was sent 10 his pres
cut charge. St James \. NJ. +. church.
this city. This is the largest church
ia the conference and stands among
the leading churches in the connection.
HIS executive ability WAS tested by
many barriers in this field. The church
Lai Obligations to the amount Of S2S,-
ulu. He did not fail TO accept the ar
Laous task and has adjusted the af-
fa,rs of the church 50 that it meets all
OF its obligations.
Ills training has emineutly fitted him
lar such service as the church needs.
He has been conference secretary for
s.N years His church led the general
couference in dollar money, breaking
the record by raising SO more than his
predecessor. He represented his con
farence at the general conference at
Norfolk. Va. and will again represent
the same at the quadrenuial confer
Cuce next May in Kansas City, Mo.
Eor four years he was grand chancel
lov of the knights of Pythias of New
Jersey. during which he doubled the
membership.
As Il preacher. pastor and scholar he
exhibits remarkable ability, and sew
eral persons high in the councils of the
church. with numerous others in most
all sections Of the country. have upon
various occasions highly complimentSd
him. His friends say that for num-
ber of years he has had aspirations in
the direction of the missionary secre
taryship, having made Il special study
of the work Through his many
friends, after conference with the
leading spirits of the church. he decid-
Ell to allow his name to be used as n
candidate for that office.
Other influential members of his con
ference say this is the young man they
want. not because he comes from any
particular section. but because he is
gifted and worthy of advancement.
He was poor boy. but he has worked
his way through college from the most
humble rank. pucked branch from
the tree OF persistence and wrote his
name high in the temples OF the Lord
The New Jersey conference has in
dorsed him for the position of secre-
tary OF missions, and. Judging from the
attitude OF other conferences over the
country. he will surely be elected.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20
CONDOlENCE.

At n meeting of Household Ruth
No. $40. resolutions on the death of
Augustus Thomas were unanimously
adopted, as follows:
Whereas, Our heavenly Father has
called from labor to reward the son
of our dear sister, Sarah Il. Thomas,
he who lived n useful life in church
and community.
Resolved. That we bow in submis-
sion to one who is infinite in love
and knowledge.
Resolved, further, That we extend
our sympathy to our dear sister and
the bereaved family, and pray that
the Lord will console them in this
sad hour.
Resolved. also. That n copy of
these resolutions be sent to the
stricken family, be spread on the
minutes of Household Ruth and sent
to the papers.
HATTIE PAYNE.
ELLA LINDSAY.
MARY e. HOLMES.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20
By GEORGE FRANCIS KING.

Atlantic City, n. 1.-THE young men
church to a marked degree have set
the impress of their personality on
the remarkable work of that denomi-
nation, One among this element is
young man who has come into close
relationship with many great move
mentS for the conservation of the best
Interest Of the race. He has become
influential in the denomination and is
precursor of what may be expected
from the younger men. This story
tells Of a character which has the kind
of initiative that causes one to build
stronger by adhering to the rules
which insure progress.
There is an appreciable tendency on
the part of molders of sentiment in
the \ VI. E. church to allow young
men who can make their way by hard
work to positions of great trust
chance 10 use their talent. Because of
this peculiar ability to elevate himself
from the position Of chore boy on
farm. cheerfully toiling in brickyard.
maxim a clean record for himself as
coachman. waiter in hotels and on din
ing cars, the Rev. DIR. II. p. Anderson
is much admired.
The story of struggle to support
mother and sister on a farm after the
death II his father is strikingly exem-
plified in the early struggles of the
Rev. Mr Anderson. Having parents
who endowed him with strong Chris
tian character he had righteous am
bition and entered Wherefore univer-
sity iu 1889. He was converted at
this noted institution and completed
with honor the college and theological
courses of the university and then re-
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20

home, made desolate by the lost OF
our dear Fred, who was both kind and
loving as a son, husband, father and
brother. From the depths of our
hearts we wish to thank both Rev.
Ward and Overs for their kindness
and for the beautiful floral offering,
especially the Denver Club and Ok
ford hotel boys and for their infinite
kindness and helpfulness.
MRS. ANNA FORBUSH.
MRS. ALLIE FORBUSH.
SISTERS NEIL AND JENNIE.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20

Mrs. Laura Gunnell wishes to
thank her friends for the kindness
shown in the death of her brother,
John Elkins.
The East End Progressive Whist
Club met with Mrs Edith Scott, Jan.
13. Mrs. Emmett Webster won first
prize, a beautiful hand-painted plate;
Mrs. VIM. Walker, second prize, a
pretty water color picture; Mrs.
Harry Wilson, booby. Next meeting
Jan. 20, with Mrs. William Walker,
Jos South Cherokee. Mrs Wright,
president.
The TAXA Art and Literary Club
met with Mrs. Corrine O'Bryant We'd
nesday, Jan. 10, at which time the
delegates to the State Federation
were elected. Mesdames Z. \. Ward
and Thetha l.. Miller, delegates;
Mesdames Z. Waldron and S. Rich
ardson, alternates. Wednesday they
met with Mrs Gertie y. Ross, 2344
fremont, at which time the follow
ing temperance program was rem
dered: Chorus, by the Club recita-
tion. Mrs. A. L. Mason; paper, so
cial Purity" Mrs Starks; discussion
Of paper, led by Mrs. Mason; quar-
tet, Temperance Song Mesdames
Gaskins, Byrd, Richardson, Waldron.
Noted temperance workers: So
journer Truth, Frances Harper. Mrs.
Mae Byrd, Mrs. Essie Ross, Mrs.
Theta Miller; roll call, temperance
quotations, Club; report OF critic,
Mrs. f. {. Geons. VIII meet with
Mrs. Essie Ross, 1866 Clarkson next
Wednesday. Mesdames J. c. Porter
and L. Froman We're present at this
meeting Mrs. G. H. Ross, president;
Theta L. Miller, secretary.
Rev. J. c. Bell and Editor Brooks
of Pueblo were in the city Monday,
The r r boys. Royal Brown and
Russell Porter, took two young la
dies to the stock show Wednesday
evening Keep your eye on the II. r. S.
on Tuesday at high noon. at the
home of Mrs. Priscilla Williams, 1916
Pearl street. occurred the marriage
OF Miss Nettie Preton 10 Sergeant
Joseph Woodfork OF Troop d, Ninth
cavalry.
MIR. and Mrs Chas. Hickman re-
turned home Thursday
The Bon Nivants
Mr and Mrs. Gatewood entertained
the newlyweds. Mr.. and Mrs. Walter
Ewing at dinner Sunday.
oliver Hardwick had an accident
with his auto Monday. but he is again
ready TO serve persons wishing auto
service.
j. b Minter was host at a dinner
given at the home oi Nj. and Mrs
Geo. = Coutee Thursday OF last week
which was both in honor OF his own
birthday and was a farewell given
Mrs Mamie Stewart on the eve OF
her departure TO California. There
were six guests.
W. a. Rice, who has been arrested
in St Louis. charged with forgery,
will be brought back 10 the city this
week.
Mrs. Mayme Lee Kelly is visiting
her mother, Mrs. Priscilla Williams,
having come down from Cheyenne
last week. She returned there this
week She. together with her sister,
Mrs Chas Hickman and MIR. Hick-
man. were hosts to a number of the
cavalry boys who We're down TO the
stock show.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20
FRIGHTFUL POLAR WINDS

blow with terrific force at the far
North and play havoc with the skin.
causing red, rough or sore -chapped
hands and lips. that need Bucklen's
Nrnica Salve to heal them. 1t makes
the skin soft and smooth. unrivaled
for cold-sores, also burns. boils'
sores. ulcers, cuts, bruises and piles.
Only 25 cents at all druggists.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20
HAVE AN EXPERT PICK YOUR
PIANO.

Prof. w. X. Edwards is salesman
for the Columbine Music Co. Consult
him for bargains in all grades of pi-
amos. Also tuning. Residence, 29ii
California. Phine Main S2S2. Don't
guess. Know that your investment is
good.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20

At the meeting OF the State Mining
and Metal Association this week. an
association of men interested in mines
with a view of keeping out sharpers.
J. r. Lewis, president of the Golden
Chest mine at Sunset, made an ad-
dress that was favorably commented
upon.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20

FN'''iiIs.S''' - N''''N-
The HAZEL Chapter of Westminster
Guild will meet the End of February
with it's president, Mrs. Laura Hin.
The funeral of Fred Forbush oc-
Cured Tuesday His death which
took place Saturday terminated an
.iness whose fatal results were not
generally anticipated. He was
young man of promise and his family
is not the only loser in his death.
Mrs. A. S. Hamilton went to Texas
last week called there by the serious
illness of her mother.
Bradshaw and Bruce will entertain
at West Brothers Sunday evening,
January 21. Don't fail to hear them.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20
WANT ED.

Agents in and out of Denver want
ed to sell woolen goods Tor the Liver
pool Woolen company of 203S Champa
street. Phone Main 1884. Good com.
missions.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20

The body Of ID. L. Henry who died
in Cheyenne last week Of consump
ton has been shipped to this city for
burial. The funeral will take place
Sunday at / O'Clock from Campbell
church under charge OF the Douglass
undertakers. He was member of
Damon Lodge X. of +. and OF the
Cheyenne Lodge OF Masons
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20
HATTIE PAYNE.
ELLA LINDSAY.
MARY Il. HOLMES.

Words cannot express our deep ap-
probation Of the loving sympathy and
kindness of our many friends In our
great bereavement. Their words OF
consolation have sustained us in our
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-20
COMING EVENTS.

Jan. 23-Progress Lodge, K. P. at Da-
mia Hall
Jan. 30-Hazel Chapter of West
minister Guilo. Haphazard Leap
Year Festival at Presbyterian
church
Feb. 14-Entertainment at Building
-aborers' Hall.
Feb. 15-Life Line club at Dania hall.
Feb. 20/Colonial dance at Old Colony
Hall by Self Improvement Club.
w. o. SlMOkDS
2O29 Champa street. Phone Main
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