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The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
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much of the time is passed outside. So
1t is through cooperation alone that pa
rent and teacher can achieve the best re-
suits.
Before beginning my work with the
boys and girls of Birmingham" stated Mr..
Smith, in explanation of his especial in
terest in the local organization, 81 taught
in Joplin. There we had an organization
similar to this. and the help which came
of it was almost. incalculable. The pro-
grammes called for papers on various i'm
portant matters touching the physical and
mental well being of the child, and also
for informal discussion For example we
made study of the effect of corporal
punishment on the child; concerted study
of such practical topics--between mother
and teacher--is, in my opinion, essential to
the best training of a boy or girl
Does not the School Improvement as
soCiation pursue this kind of work. Mr..
Smith was asked.
THE school Improvement association
in the public schools is an organ of in
estimable value" he answered, but it
has its own functions, which do not
touch upon this side of educational
work In providing entertainments, as
sisting TO secure school equipment and
improvements, such as pictures, tend
-ng to beautify and instruct and as in
several cases, looking after the provi-
sion of school lunches-the improve
ment association is tremendously busy
without an exhaustive study of the
-shiId's physical nature and his mental
and moral peculiarities.
Mrs. Murdoch. in a talk before our
organiZa ton. advocated the plan OF
having talks by social settlement work.
ers. The school board employs a ply
stefan and a nurse whose duties fit
them especially to give us valuable
-, L. - Z, nir ,1at
ing library and we have at hand al
ready much valuable literature
'fn what spirit have the teachers
met YOUR plans?" / asked Mr. Smith.
knowing that his ideas of cooperation
to be successful, must meet with their
response.
- "a number lof the, teachers. attended
stlre called meeting. and a pleasant de-
gree of interest has been shown. Teach
ers,' he concluded. az they expect 20
continue in the work, court friendly
relations with the home.'
Model Organization
AS already suggested the After School
club of Philadelphia-late named the
american Institute of Child Life"-is
the model ON which the general plan of
the local club is based. That organiza-
tion was result of the child's welfare
conference held at the White House
during the Roosevelt administration.
Oriental students who have made a
study of the power of thought say that
1 need. projected as .though: into the
atmosphere will cause other minds to
create the desired supply.
In such fashion the American Insti-
tute of Child Life tor After School
| club sprang into being as result of
the need felt by many minds and edu-
Gators and philanthropists to whom the
welfare of the child was dear.Ytalked
the matter over and put into working
shape their theories for training boys
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MRS. J. J. EATON'S
RECEIVING PARTY

Mrs. j. j. Eaton, who will entertain at
tea Thursday afternoon at s 80 at the home
of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. j. A.
Downey, has completed the list of her re-
ceiving party. In addition to the guest
of honor, Miss Lucy Truss. she will have
the girls who are to be in Miss Truss
bridal party and also the members of ner
own bridal party, with several additional
friends
In the receiving party are Miss Julia
Ware. Miss Gena Mae Snow, Miss Agnes
Terrell, Mrs. Ila Hood. Mrs. Ralph Law
Russell, Mrs. J. B. Simpson, Mrs W.
A. Jenkins, Mrs. w. T. Hin, Mrs. Roy
7. Huffman Mrs. Pugh Pearson, Mrs.
J. A. Downey, Mrs. C. e. Miner, Mrs.
Martha Truss and Miss Mary Ellen Per-
kins.
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the Birmingham party, and will leave with
them for camp on the evening of June 26.
Already a number of boys have made ar
rangements to go and others are seriously
contemplating the trip. Last year the
camp was full to it's capacity. and every
indication points to an equally prosperous
season this summer.
The boys who have taken these trips
s0""k enthusiastically of their expert
ences.
.ainly better plan could not be de-
vised for providing boy with an alto
gether wholesome and delightful summer 9
outing
Among the patrons of the camp may be
mentioned: Mr.. A. w. Nelson. Mr.. Brauiey
J. Saunders. Mr.. ]. d. Kirkpatrick, Mr..
w. II. eKttig, Mr.. William Hood. Mr.. NJ.
w. Barrett, Mrs. j. S. Jemison, Mr.. ]. d.
Moore, Mr. B. F. Moore, Mr.. 7. w.
OByrne, Mr.. r. E. Collins, Mr.. ]. Rivers
Carter Mr. C. F. DeBardeleben, DR.. L.
NJ. Prince. Mr. A. r. Dearborn Mr.. Pinck-
ard, Mr.. G. r. Forbes, Mr.. John M. Cart
wright, Mr.. Frank Nelson, Jr., Mr.. e. II.
Andrews. Mrs J. w. Tomlinson, Mr.. e.
L. Brown Mr.. Frank Fowlkes Mr.. J. w.
Whatley Mr.. Mark Lewis, Mr. T. w.
Hopkins, Mr.. J. f. Penney. Mr.. r. M.
Goodall Mr. W. w. Crawford, Mr.. j. T..
Doster and Mr.. w. C. Shackelford.
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and girls to be well rounded, high prin-
cipled men and women Financiers
came forward and furnished money for
he initial step, and the series of books
which are in the hands of number
of Birmingham families are the result.
Letters asking for advice are sent by
mothers to headquarters and In due
time receive a helpful response. Con-
fidences from boys and girls to Uncle
Nat" who presides over the destiny of
the youth associated as members with
the institute. bring sympathetic and
encouraging replies. Mrs. Max Sterne,
who has for several years been asso
ciated a member of the organization in
the Quaker City assured me yesterday
that it had meant everything to her in
the training of her boys. AS an exam
pie of the communications between the
youngsters and Uncle Nat, have seen
fascinating little letter written at the
age of 12 by Tee Bradley. Jr, telling
of an invention worked out by his own
young brain, but still imperfect DID
Uncle Nat think it would be practicable?
And there was a fine. helpful letter
from Uncle Nat in reply
Family Membership
Membership in the local club is by
families One of the especially inter-
esting families which include several
bright boys and girls is that of DR..
and Mrs r. C. Bransconlb. The cum
ming little "overalls" chap Is the son of
Mr.. and Mrs. Peyton Eubanl at Ensley
There is individuality in his very atti-
tude; he seems. indeed, tos repeat the
words of Riley's small boyl Il been
visitin' about a week, out to my cou-
sins at Nameless creek; and I'm got
the hives and a new straw hat. ana I'm
come back home where my beau lives
at"
And there are the bright little sons
of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Gelders and these
are Just an ipfinitesimal part OF the
throng of splendid boys and girls
everyone of them different and yet all
needing the interest of every warm
human heart that loves a child-who
are already associated with TINS ne"
expression of intellectual activity.
The Child Study club will hold but
one more meeting this summer; II VIII
then disband until autumn Its friends
earnestly desire its success, because
the thought that lies close to its breast
is. Hiss -,
zone deed there is. all others shall
outlast, to help, little child
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
CHILD STUDY CLUB-SOME OF
IT'S MEMBERS, YOUTHFUL AND
GROWNUPS-A FEW SUGGES-
TIONS OF IT'S PLANS AND PUR-
POSES-OFFICERS AND Or
GAMERS
By MYRTLE MILES

Any departure that has the welfare of
children as its object touches the hearts
and wins the interest of people of no mat
ter what class and circumstance Just
lately an organ has been created in Bir-
mingham whereby a solution of the prob
lem of parenthood and the development of
youthful citizenship is offered under
promising auspices.
Several weeks ago a call was issued
through the press for a meeting at the
city hall for all who wished to undertake
q study of child life; the plans and aims
of the proposed organization were plain
ly set forth. and in response a meeting
of fiattermg proportions ensued. Mr.. Ell
mer e. Smith, principal of the Martin
school, and naturally interested in matters
pertaining to childhood, was the instigator
of the first assembly, and assisting him
to develop his plans was Miss Rosa Strick-
land, another well known local educator.
The attention of women representing va
rious phases of philanthropic and educa-
tional endeavor, especially that pertain
ing to children, was readily secured and
the meeting which grew out of the first
call was the basis for a permanent or
ganization, the first meeting of which will
occur June II at the Central High school
building. More than 100 members are al
ready listed and the club is on a working
basis, with programme committee in pos
session of an outline practically complete
and developed along the wisest lines. The
club can boast of but the one meeting
as yet and the fact that already indorse-
nent of fully 200 people has been given the
venture, pronounces it worthy and time
ly endeavor With the names of scores
of such public spirited people as Mrs. w.
l.. Murdoch, Mrs. Jere King, represent
tative teachers from the city schools-Mrs
Minis B. Stone, DR.. l.. c. Branscomb, Mrs
a. j. Bowron, Mrs. J. E. Penney among
its sponsors there can be no doubt of it's
success.
The Purpose
When seen a day or two ago, Miss Rosa
Strickland said LIT is the response to
Froebel's admonition, Come, let us live
with our children that we are undertake
ing this study; that is a, message that is
reaching humanity. More and more clear
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
WOOD.PATTERSON
WEDDING PLANS

The marriage of Miss Olive Patterson
and Mr.. Max Wood will be soiemnizeu
the evening of Monday, June TO- at tne
home of the brides cousins, Mr.. and Mrs.
Albert Finch, 1922 North Twenty-sixth
street.
Mrs Finch will be matron of honor ana
the two ribbon bearers will be MISS MARY
Milton Collins and Miss Sarah Collins MI
Albert Finch will give the bride In mar
riage Miss Stella Collins of Warrior Will
play the nuptial music.
Mr.. Wood will be accompanied to the
altar by MIR. Albert Mccormack, and be-
sides his best man will have no attend
ants.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
TABLE D'HOTE LUNCHEON
PARTIES AT THE CLUB

There were number of small parties
yesterday at the Southern club for lunch
con. In one party Miss Gustrine Miner
was the hostess entertaining Miss Edith
Orr, Miss Belle Roberts, Miss Lucy Pinck-
ard and Miss Doris Weatherly Mrs. Rich
ard Johnston's guests were Mrs. Leo *.
Steiner and her house guest, Mrs. Sterne
of Montgomery, and Mrs. Frank Nelson,
Jr.
Among others who were hostesses were
Mrs. A. J. Riler, Mrs. A. w. b. Johnson,
Mrs Norman and Mrs. Joseph Todd Col
lins Jr.
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MRS. NORMAN MORRISON
ENTERTAINS INFORMALLY

Mrs. Norman. Morrison invited few
of her friends yesterday afternoon to meet
Miss Sarah Hammett of South Carolina,
the guest of Mr.. and Mrs. w. d. Ham,
NETT. In the party enjoying Mrs. Morrt-
sons delightful hospitality were Mrs. w.
D. Hammett Miss Hammett. Mrs r. NJ
Jenkins, Mrs. b. r. Pegram. Mrs. W. G.
Weston, Mrs. Dan Smith, Mrs. Charles
Allison. Mrs. J. w. Donnelly, Mrs. Blanch-
ard. Mrs Richard Nv. Massey, Mrs. Gill
lem, Mrs. 7. o. Motion Mrs. *. W..
Constantine, Mrs. Frank G. Alexander anc
Mrs. w. Murdoch.
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LEAVES
CARDS RECEIVED
lived by

The following has been received by
friends of the two families:
DR.. and Mrs. George Eaves request the
honor of your presence at the marriage
OF their daughter, Dorothy Maude, to Dr.
Cabot Lull on the evening of Wednes-
day, June 20 1913 at $50 o'clock, st.
Mary Som the Highlands, in the city of
Birmingham
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Society

(ContinuedN From Page Twenty-six.)
Many of these boys who were benino III
their studies have taken advantage OF the
totoring afforded by the camp and COM
binng study with pleasure have succeeoeo
in passing off their examinations ana so-
ing on with their classes In school ana col
lege.
Mr. T. C. Young, who is an enthusiasuc
believer in sports and a popular favor'te
with the boys, will again have cnarse u
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
INVITATIONS FROM
ST. BERNARD COLLEGE

ceived
The president and faculty of St. Ber-
nard college invite you to be present at
the twenty-first annual commencement to
be held June II. p. M, June IS, a. m, in
st. Bernard Dramatic hall, ST. Bernard,
1913. Please answer"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MR.. HENRY KEY MILNER
A HOST AT DINNER

A party last evening at the Country
club for dinner and the dance that foi-
lowed included Mr.. H. X. Miner, the
host: Miss Gustrine Miner, Miss Kathleen
VanHoose, Miss Elizabeth Going. Mr.. W.
B. Dicks, Mr.. Albert Lee Smith, Mr.
Joseph Mudd and Mr.. William B. Dicks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MRS. MARIE M'BEE
ARRANGES CHILDREN'S PARTY

Wednesday afternoon from . to CLOCK
the children of the city will have the OPP
portunity to enjoy two hours of playtiine
at the home of Mrs. Marie McBee' VINO
will throw open her home to them for the
benefit Of Neighborhood house. Games
and dancing will furnish the entertainment
of the little folks
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MR.. NORRIS BUSH
A DINNER HOST

One of the dinner parties at the Country
club last night was arranged by Mr.. Nor
ris Bush. Besides the hosts. the party in
cluded Miss Elizabeth Carstairs of Phila-
delphia, Mr. and Mrs. Jelks Cabaniss, Miss
Gamaliel Dixon, Mr.. Robert Brooke and
Mr.. Hollis Bush.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
DEXTER-H ENDERSON
CARDS ARE RECEIVED

Invitations have been sent out by Mr..
and Mrs. William Henderson of Miller's
Ferry to the marriage of their daughter.
Mary. and Mr.. George Parker Dexter of
this city, the wedding to occur on the
evening of Friday, June 20, at Canton
church. Mller's Ferry.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08

Love Is the Wind CMac Fadyen)-Mr. ALI
good.
ta), Come Where My Love Lies Dream
ing (Foster- -Spicker); (b), De Sandman
tProteeroe)-Messrs. Trice Allgood. Nc
C1esky and Lackmond
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DILLON-SAMPLE
ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED

Mr. Robert Hamilton Sample of Hart
selle announces the engagement and ap-
preaching marriage of his daughter AL
thea, to Mr.. Barclay Hugh Dillon of this
city, the wedding to take place June 25
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MRS. ANGUS TAYLOR
TO GIVE LUNCHEON

Mrs. Angus Macy Taylor will entertain
a party of her girl friends at luncheon
Tuesday in compliment to her niece Miss
Maybelle Taylor. who has just returned
from college.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
FOX-SOLOMON
WEDDING OCCURS

Columbus, Miss. June 1.-The wedding
of Miss Florence l.. Solomon, daughter of
Mrs. Bella Solomon, granddaughter of the
late Joseph frost, and DR.. Carl Alexander
Fox, leading specialist of Birmingham,
was elaborately celebrated at Temple
B'Nai Israel in this city Thursday even
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MISS LETA WILL GOLDSMITH
TO GIVE AUCTION PARTY

Miss Leta VIII Goldsmith. who will en-
tertain Tuesday afternoon in compliment
to Mrs j. F. Day, will extend the hos
pitality at the home of her cousin. Mrs.
John Goldsmith.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
DUFFEE-DANIEL
ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED

Mr.. Lucious Analdus Daniels announcesA
the engagement of his granddaughter!
Julia Bazemore. to Mr.. Daniel Jackson
Duffee. the wedding to occur at his home
June %.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
A BARBECUE
AT EDGEWOOD

Mr. and Mrs. William Sterrett are ilvit-
ing few of their friends to a barbecue
to be given at their home in Eagewood
Tuesday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MRS. HARDING BURKE
HOSTESS AT BRIDGE

Mrs Harding Burke will entertain at
bridge Friday night in compliment to her
guest Miss Nina Merle Gerald
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08
MR.. AND MRS. LINK
TO KEEP OPEN HOUSE

Mr. and Mrs Marc Link will be at
home Wednesday afternoon and evening
CONTINUED on Page Tkirty-two) Z
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-06-08

When seen a day or two ago, Miss Rosa
Strickland said 1T is the response to
Froebers admonition, Come, let us live
with our children that we are undertake
ing this study; that is a, message that is
reaching humanity. More and more clear
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1913-05-10
THE FINEST IN THE STATE

Is the big modern plant recently purchased
from the Booth Fisheries Co by a L. WASH
'urne and located at foot OF Midway" on III,
bay shore, as permanent home for the CON
stantly increasing business in the mauufact-
rre Of Sanitary Rugs from o Carpets" urade
mark established lsgS) in witch lire trad,
has been successfully established all over III,
United States on the excellence OF products.
This also gives much needed rom TO tho Car
pet Cleaning and refttipg department, which
includes large sterlizing abbator for purify
ing rugs and carpets. The cleaning cepart
ment is fully eQuippep with all modern and
time saving machinery devices run by elec
tricity. Two of the largest rotary renovating
machines for general cleaning and u powerful
Vacuum machine 100 per cent times NOR
powerful and eficient than the portable ones
this latter is for fine rugs and oreLtals. Tn
plant is also equipped with three machines for
the sewing of carpets Of all kinds In the most
approved manner with tat elastic seams. Thus
with largest facilities, most up.to.date equip
ment, highest grade OF workmanship lowest
possible prices ana promut service, bcspealis
q busy future for the Petoskey Rug Co. OF
which a. +. Washburne is proprietor and TO
which address all orders and correspondence
Nould be addressed-NO AGENTS. -Petos
key Evening News, April 10, 1gii.z-Make your
'pasncnls early AZ possible.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1913-05-10
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Rev. 7. Porter Bennett, Pastor.

1910 "The Rich Man and lazarus"
will be the parable that the pastor
will take for his morning theme.
This church has a welcome for you.
Ili45 Sunday School. Do not forget
that there is class for you in this
sunday school The mems Class Is
growing Ia interest and attendance,
6:45 Epworth League. Miss Gertrude
Bretz. leader A good meeting was
held by Mr.. Johns last SUNDAY night.
You cant afford to miss this training
school of the church.
1874 The Prodgai Son" this Is con-
sidered one OF the greatest II not the
greatest OF al the parallels. BE sure
and attend. Good singing. Alive up
10 date service. All are welcome.
The pastor received seven into the
church last Sunday night by letter
end on Thursday night he received
three more on probathin.
Mothers Day will be observed In
this church next Sunday in the morn
ing service,
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1913-05-10
KING OF AMERICAN ISLAND
James Jesse Strang Really Was
Crowned and Had Dominion With
In the United States.

There frequently appears along
Chestnut street a professional beggar
who claims to be Henry Strang, a son
of Americas only king. His tale Is
greeted as huge joke, yet the story
he tells is true, the only part Of 1t
concerning which there may be any
doubt being his own connection
with It.
The kingdom he refers to was once
set up on Beaver island, in northern
Lake Michigan, and flourished for
some years. James Jesse Strang, a
prominent Mormon, had quarreled
with the leaders OF his church, and in
1876 withdrew with few followers
to that island. Other Mormons joined
the colony from time to time, and by
the winter Of 1S48 they were suffl-
GENTLY numerous to threaten control
Of the island. On July 8, 1850, Strang
: was crowned king with elaborate GER
emonies. There was much contro-
versy between the Mormons and the
other Inhabitants OF the island, most
ly fishermen. While on visit to De-
troit President Fillmore heard of this
little kingdom within the domain of
the United States. He sent an armed
vessel to Beaver island, and King
Strang was captured and tried for
treason. He conducted his own de-
Tense and made such an eloquent plea
that he was acquitted. In 1850 he
was assassinated.-Phila Rec.
ord.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1913-05-10
Commission Proceedings.

Special meeting of the City Com
mission held at the City Hall Thurs
day evening May Sth 1913
Meeting was called To order by May
or Cross. Present.; Cross aud kenny.
A bsent: Hudson.
Minutes Of at meetin, we're not
read
The Commission having met pur-
suant ia notice given for the purpose
nf hearing object ions tn The paving OF
D lrtions OF Main AMI EStcrly streets.
aud. having been IN session one hour
aud no one appearing 10 object mo-
tion was made hy Comm issloner Ken
ny supported by Cross. that H. he left
10 the City Attorney to draft the
necessary resolutions TO carry on the
work. Carried.
Ordinance No. &c relative To keep.
ing children off the streets after a
certain hour was presented and read
by the clerk.
On uotion by KENNY, meeting was
adjourned.
OTIS j SMITH City Clerk.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1913-05-10

MatrimOny is bargain-and some
one always gets the worst Of the bar
gain.
A pessimist is person who would
rather crack looking glass than a
joke,
Lawns Built. Repaired and put in
first class shape Ellis Kleinhans
Phone No 174.
A boy isn't necessarily good for
nothing because his pare0ts refuse Il
pay him for being good.
One Of the finest collections OF WALL
PAPER ever exhibited In our city now
on display at the Ilite Drug Co.
PAINTING and PAPER HANGING
WOOD GRAINING, and KAIsoMINING
Good work at a reasonable price. Ell
MER RICHARDS. Phone 90
Set that broodv hen or the Incuba
tor now. ANCoNA EGGS for HATCH
ING soc per setting or $500 per hun
dred at the house. The Anconas arr
heavy layers. IRA ID. BARTLETT.
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1913-05-10
Embraced Whole Fraternity.

Among the unwritten legends that
float around the court rooms of Man.
haitian are dozen or more stories
which have the venerable commission.
er of jurors, Judge" Thomas Allison,
for hero. His shrewdness, his
sympathy and his tact are all famous,
One day half dozen men were in
his office to qualify for jury duty--or
to disqualify, as most of them re-
garded the matter. Two young fellows
who had come In together stepped up
to the desk In their turn. The first
gave his name, address and age. and
then the commissioner asked:
"Your occupation
Artist"
"Are you worth s25o?"
mo"
You're discharged"
The other young man also gave his
name, age and address.
The dialogue went:
"Your occupation?"
ARTIST"
You're discharged"
Charlevoix county herald. (East Jordan, Mich.) 189?-1953, 1913-05-10
SURELY WAS CLEVER SNAKE
Truthful Old Darkey Recalls an Incl
dent of His Youthful Days
"Foh de Wah."

In some way one clever, II not alb
solutely good, snake story has been
passed up all these centuries and left
for a white-haired darkey deacon OF
Drummer to bring to the colored Ma
tional Baptist convention in Houston,
Texas, as his offering at the "foh de
meetin'" experience class
1t happened "foh de wah," accord
ing to his account, when he was emu
merated in the stock inventory on a
large plantation near Houston. His
duties we're to accompany and take
care of boy about his own age. a
son of his col marstah."
"Yeh! Lawd," he exclaimed be-
tween his sputtering, toothless gums,
We used to go fishin' an All used to
help carry de bait and tackle an
such. Da' used to be a snake down
on the bank of the bayou and we sho'
worried de life outten dat sarpint.
sho' we did. But what Abs gwine to
tell yuh is dat sarpint knowed more'n
de books. When we used to set
down on de bank of de creek, he
would come a stealing tru de leaves
to his hole and scoot down it quick,
When he'd git all but his tail in,
marstah would ketch holdt de tail an
yank him out. He done got exasper-
ated and come up to de hole awful
slow an wind up in curl by his hole,
sorter peep In and den wink one eye.
/ kin jes see dat snake a-laughing
now. We both got up close and wait.
ed for him to slip in. Marstah sorter
nudged me and laughed sorter low.
Den dat snake just stick his tail in he
hole and went down head up. After
dat time he always went in back
wards"