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The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-12-14
The Race That Welcomed Adam From Eden

which the orientals supposed encir-
cled the earth. The ancient Greeks
ina gined that the world was surroun-
ded by river or at least some great
body of water, because they were ac-
customed to know the sea. But the far
orientals were not acquainted with the
ocean; they knew only eternal noun
tains, consequently 1t was range that
encircles the earth. IT, was from these
mountain inhabitants that the race of
giants sprang. In the Book of Enoch
God called the angels watchers of
heaven" and He said unto Aza and
Azael "Why have ye forsaked the
high and holy and eternal heaven, and
have joined yourselves to women, and
polluted yourselves with the daughters
of men, and have taken to you wives,
and have become the fathers of a giant
race? Ye who were spiritual, holy
and enjoying eternal life, have cor
rupted yourselves with women, and
have become parents of children with
flesh and blood; lusting after the
blood of men, ye have brought for.Ii
flesh and blood, like those who are
mortal and perishable. Because men
die, therefor did l give unto them
wives, that they might have sons, and
perpetuate their generation. But ye
are spiritual and in the enjoyment Of
eternal life. Therefore, give | not to
you wives. for heaven is the abode of
the spirits. And now the giants who
are born of flesh and blood shall be-
come evil spirits and their dwelling
shall be on the EARTH
Far down the swing of centuries the
orientals maintained that the noun
tains of Kaf were the abode of jins
and ogres. 1t is singular fact that
the author of the history and acts of
Alexander of Macedon relates that In
certain region of India the jins appear
openly and play games with the native
children of human parents quite fami-
liarly.
Among these Pre-Adamites was Sur
krag, who commanded many subjects
In the mountains of Kaf. He obeyed
God and would not permit the jins to
insult or maltreat any of the descend
ants of Adam. He became a general
in the army of Soliman Tehaghi who
ruled the earth before the time Of
Clan Clan. This latter man succeeded
Soliman Tehaghi on the throne and
ruled 1000 years.
He erected the pyramids of Egypt and
made the jins perform the labor neces-
sary in their construction.
Rocail was vizier in the mountains of
Kaf and was the prime minister of
Surkrag He erected an enormous sepul-
chre adorned with statues Of various
metal. created by talsfnanic art, which
moved, and spake and acted like living
men. r
Kaiumarth was the first Pre-Adamite
king to rule the entire known world. That
is he demanded tribute from all other
kingdoms. He lived a thousand years,
though he reigned but five hundred and
fifty years and he was the first to teach
mankind how to build houses. He grew
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-12-14

N)ME time back I promised my read
ers a story upon those strange peo-
~ pie. known as the Pre-Adamtes, a
race that walked this earth long ere our
first parents dwelled in the garden Of
Eden. Their history is a most fascinat-
ing study and naught save an inhibited
access to my library has prevented my
fulfilling my promise long ago.
As it is | have not been able to reach
my books and what / am now writing is
drawn from my memory entirely, but
while much that is forgotten remains to
be told, my readers may rest assured
that what have embraced in this paper
has been correctly remembered
The study of this race has been persued
with intense interest. exhaustive research
and profound cogitatior. 1t has resulted
in two schools of thought the students
of one maintaining that Adam and Eve
are the progenitors of the Hebrew race
exclusively and that consequently all Gen
tiles are descendants of the Pre-Adamites;
the advocates of the other asserting that
the negro is the sole relic of this race
and as corollary that he is not pos
sessed of a human soul,
A full history of the pre-Adamites is
given in a strange oriental book called
Huschenk Nameh, but 1t is not at my
present command. However, the race
was living before Adam was created and
inhabited the island of Muscham, one of
the Maldive group. Their king was
named Dambac and his people We're pos
sessed of flat heads, on account of which
the Persians called them Nim-ser.
They took kindly to Adam and readily
affiliated with the exiles from Paradise.
They even rendered him homage and aft
er his death guarded his tomb by day
and at night caused lions to perform the
sspty of watch dogs over the grave.
IN the year A. d. 1860 one Isaac de la
Peyreira, a converted Jew, Published a
curious treatise on the Pre-Adamites. He
based his argument upon Holy Writ, TAX
ing his text from Romans 512-14 as
we'll as upon the dual account of the
creation as found in Genesis. The first
race presumably peopled the entire then
known world, but it was bad and for this
reason the Almighty ventured upon a
second creation which He called Adam
and into whom He breathed spiritual
soul. This Adam was the forefather of
the Jews and consequently the original
of the man in the garden rested alone
upon the Jewish race. Reasoning thus
Peyreira deduced that only the Jewish
race, ecepting Noah and his family, per-
ished in the flood and that perforce the
deluge was only partial. This book was
condemned and burned in Paris by the
public executioner and its author was
compelled to flee for his life. He took
refuge in Brussels. where he was con-
demned by the ecclesiastical authorities.
Appealing to Rome, he 1ourned to the
Holy City and was graciously received
by the Pope Alexander VII before whom
he abjured Calvanism which he had pre-
.iously professed. Eventually he returned
70 Paris and died at the good old age
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-12-14
Decided Venus Had Adenoids

From the Youths Companion
The extent to which the modern child
is educated in matters of hygiene appears
from a recent episode in a Boston school,:
The class had visited the art museum
and the teacher wished TO learn what the
children had observed and how they were
impressed. The subject of the moment
was the exquisite head of Aphrodite one
of the chief treasures of the museum
A little boy, who frantically waved his
hand, was called upon. He announced
triumphantly: IT noticed she had
adenoidsl' why. Peter" exclaimed the
teacher, what do you mean?" She
keeps her mouth open all the time.'
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
JUDGES NAMED IN
 CONTESTS IN BIG PARADE OF EAGLES
Handsome Arch of Welcome to Visitors to Be Erected in
 Madison Avenue

Arrangements have been made by Bridgeport aerfe, F. o. B. for the erection of magnificent arch of welcome to the vast crowd of visitors expected next Tuesday upon the occa- sion of the state parade and field day held under it's auspices. This arch will be erected in Madison avenue near Eagles Hall and will be handsomely decorated and will carry welcome from the aer1e to every visiting Eagle who comes to the city. In the even ing it will be illuminated and will give welcome to those who attend the big ball planned for that evening. The hall will also be handsomely decorat- ed both inside and out in the coIors of the order, red, white and blue, and lavish entertainment will be sho1Hered upon the visiting brothers of the or der.
 There is keen rivalry in the different aeries for the handsome prizes which are to be awarded for excellence in the parade, and many of the aeries some particular prize. These prizes are: Aerie having largest number in line, silver cup; coming longest dis tance, silver set; making best appear ance, shield; degree team making best appearance, silk flag; handsomest dec est float, silk banner; Eagle conning g longest distance, Eagles gold watch fob; tallest, gold charm; shortest, em- blem pin; fattest, ring; shortest but ton.
 The judges !of this contest will be Col. Matthew H. Rogers, George M. Flames and Richard H. Murphy.
 The Judges selected to pass upon the military drill of the degree teams to take place at the field day in. the afternoon at Bridgeport Aerodrome e., are Capt. Frederick J. Breckbf1l, Lieut.. Elias s. Hall and Sergeant Ernest J. Johnston, U. s. A., instruction officer. This contest will be a notable one as there is great rivalry between a mum .ber of the teams and 1t will prove one of the most interesting features of the field day exercises. It will be held upon an immense platform construct ed for this purpose and for dancing A purse of $10O is provided as a, prize.
 The field day promises to be not able event, opening with the serving |eof the mammoth barbecue, followed by the field and track events, band concerts, dancing, and other arnuse- ments. auton1 obile, trotting, and pony races. The field, will be thrown open at 10 o'clock for the accomm odation of those who desire to go early to se- cure a good place and avoid the rush after the parade. Ample trolley ac- communications will be provided by the Connecticut Co.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
AGREEMENT IS AVN UP TO
 STOP STRIK ES

Chicago, July 15-A permanent rem edy for strikes in the building trades which frequently have tied up irnpor- tant construction work is seen in an unusual agreement being drawn up by employers and workers and which, it is said, will be signed this week It will be a. violation of this agreement for union men to call a strike or the employers to declare a lockout with out first conferring with a joint arbt- tration committee The unions and employers will sign bonds which will be forfeited if they do not live up to the letter of the contract.
 The lockout of 28, 900 construction workers, which has been in force for a month, delaying the completion of S3O, 900. coo worth of improvements, probably will be called off later in the week The men will return to work July 21 1t is understood.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
PoLI's VAUDEVILLE
CBy the Po1f Press Agent,

Capt Ginty of Danbury more than upheld the advance notices which her aided the thespian achievements of the former police chief. At Polls theatre yesterday to packed houses he in cor1- Junction with his little company was seen in a sketch dealing with police and criminals The title ''The Silent Knock was appropriate and disclosed thrilling moments in the life of a com missioner of police and 9 gun man Haley & NobFe in an eccentric skit combining clever dancing and singing were the laughing hit of the bill, the male member of the team has, one of the most original make-ups ever seen and with it he possesses happy faculty of knowing how to put his material ''over.'' The Nice Sisters in a neat little singing and dancing turn were a real delight to see. They earned
 many rounds of applause. Fred Hide brand, a mono1ogist, had a budget of new stories which he told in a very clever manner and his comic songs were extremely funny. David KaIewio, dusky musician, played popular airs on a combination instrument with good effect. Lukens & Loretta in a novelty aerial act displayed wonderful dex- terity A two reel special Essenay film entitled. *'The Forbidden Hand' is an intense me1odrama of the under world Three other first run films were shown. Edith Storey, the lead ing lady of the Vitagraph players, is announced for this evening.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
Half Starved Lad
 Tells Weird Story of
 Peonage In Norfolk


 Torrington, July 15-Grant Asking, 12 years old, of Brooklyn, was found on the Torrington-1J -1Jorfo1k road last night in a half-staryed and exhausted condition and was brought to the Tor rington police station where he told a story of the things which he had suffered at the hands of an Ita1- ian berry picker on the hill north of Norfolk The boy says that about a week ago he Joined a party or boys, ranging in ages from 10 to 12, that was organized by an Italian in Brook Iyn, whom he knew only by the name of Tony. This man promised them a little work and the boys were glad to accept the offer. Ever since they arrived in this berry picking camp the boy says Tony compelled him to pick fifteen quarts of huckIeberries a day and if the boys failed to deliver the goods in that quantity he beat them.
 He said that he had been only able to pick ten quarts and as a result got Kicked" every day, and yesterday morning after a whipping he was kicked out of camp. None of the boys received any money for the work and the food given is of the coarsest kind. The boy walked about twenty miles and dropped on the road from exhaustion He was found by a hackman and brought into town. The matter is to be referred to the Con- necticut Humane Society for investi- gation.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
Van VaIkenburg's
 Creditors Force Him To Bankruptcy

Philip Van VaIkenturRh well known New York c1ubnan, a frequent visitor at the Black Rock summer colony and at Greens Farms, has been forced into bankruptcy
 The creditors, who thought him worth at least a million or two, alleged that during the past two weeks they have made repeated efforts to find MT Van Valkenburgh, but have been unable to do so and they charge he has abscond- ed. They filed in the United States District Court in New York yesterday an involuntary petition in bankruptcy
 The claims against the millionaire, who sDrang into the full glare of the Hmelight by marrying Mrs. WilIiarn H. Chapman, the t10, GOO 600 widow" when he was sixty-five aggregate only $12,- 30997- Since his marriage, Van Val kenburgh has kept pretty steadily in newspaper headlines through his do- nestle troubles The $1O. .0oO, 900 widow that was, is now suing him for. divorce in New Haven. MT. WandeIl has been employed pretty frequently as his at torney and the claims against him in clude one for $e. .750, alleged to be due this lawyer
 q have pretty conclusive inforrna.- tion to show that MT. Van valken- burgh sailed for Europe about two weeks ago. said MT. Wandel1, in New York, last night 'I do not know when ne VIII return or whether he ever expects to return"
 Neither at the New York Athletic club nor the Manhatton club could any information be had regarding Van Valkenburgh At both clubs it was stated that he had not been seen there for some time.
 1T do not believe that Mir Van Val kenburgh has lost all of his money,'' Mir. WandelI told a World reporter He has told me that he has been and he is now poor But don't credit that statement. I think 1t will be proved he has still much valuable property left.''
 s<on March 14 last he made preferen- tiaI transfers of real estate to the No 27 West Twentyieth street and the No 20 West Twenty-fnet street corpora tions as the petition alleges. These transfer were of very valuable prop erty and the creditors hope to recover through them in part at least.''
 The petition was offered by Maggs Bros Of London. Robert Friedenberg and MT. Wandl1. The claim Of Maggs Bros. for books, pictures and library supplies. totals $2, 800; Friedenberg's claim is for money advanced and amounts to $259 -97.
 MT. Wandell's claim is for legal ser vices covering the period from April 1, 1912. to April 1, 1913 His original bill was for $10,0o0 upon which a pay ment of s25O had been made
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
COLLEGE MEN SHOW POINTS OF
 FINE SOLDIERS

Washington, July 15.-Co11ege men are showing the greatest enthusiasm for military life and have the making of excellent soldiers, in the opinion of Maor General Leonard Wood, just returned from the maneuver cam paign. He reported to this effect to- day to Secretary Garrison, commend fng the progress being made by the students. Owing to lack of time in the initial stages it was not possible to secure a large attendance of the col- legians but there are now 175 in camp training with the regular soldiers and receiving special lectures in military science from half a dozen war college officers. The students enthusiasm, it is predicted, and their glowing reports will induce many of their college mates to participate in the encamp- ment next year.
 A number of western college stu dents are in camp at the Presidio with the regulars during the school vaca- ton periods
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
ATTRACTIONS & AT
 1.-THE THEATRES
1.-THE MASTER OF THE HOUSE" ABLY
 PLAYED AT PLAZA

That thrilling drama, "The Master of the House." is the bill at the Plaza this week and the PoH Players are giv- irg it a wonderful production, The dramatic situations were ably han c1ed ny the company last night and a large audience app1auded frequently. The plot. concerns the domestic life of Frederick Hoffman, owner of a large business in a country town. He is in cnned to be trasctbIe and is com pletely absorbed in business Then comes Bettina, a pretty girl who has been engaged as companion by Mrs. Hoffman. She loses no time in win ming the affections of Hoffman and his son, Harry. The youngster proposes but Bettina makes him wait when she learns he may be disinherited. Mrs. Hoffman becomes suspicious and discharges the girl who weeps and goes to Hoffman for aid He con- fesses his love for her and they agree to leave the house together. Then comes the heart rending scene in which Hoffman tells his faithful wife he in that ensue after this situation are handled in masterly manner by the company.
 Paul McAHster. the favorite leading man is great in the part of Frederick Hoffman. He plays the household 
 later when he euccumbs to the charms of Bettfna, he does fine work. Bett1na is played in superb fashion by Brenda Fowler, the beautiful lead ing lady. She is a typical lady of moods and 1t is easy to see how she ensnares the men.
 Miss Marguerite Starr distinguished herself as the dutiful wife. Anna She ! completely won the sympathies of the audience and was given an ovation on several occasions. Ralph J. Herbert did well as Olsten. a lawyer. He was fine in the second act when he de- nounced Hoffman for planning to get divorce.
 Florence Gerald was good as Bar bara, a household drudge, and Marion Hutchins gained favor as Beatrice Hoffman.
 Arthur Buchanan made his custom ary success as Senator Stevenson while Harrison Thompson made a hit as Harry Honnan. Arthur Griffin as Valentine was immense. Others 1n the cast were satisfactory.
 The piece is interesting throughout and good houses are assured for the remainder of the week.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
THREE DEATHS SINCE
 SHEPARD GOULD WEDDING

Tarrytown, N. Y. July 15.-Fred Schneiring, groom employed by Mrs. Finlay J. Shepard, committed suicide at Lyndhurst Sunday night while MT. and Mrs. Shepard were in New Haven visiting MT. Shepard's mother. He went to his room, turned on the gas and was found unconscious by his roommate.
 He was taken to the Tarrytown Hos pitaI, where he died yesterday. This is the third death at Iyndhurst since Mrs. Shepard's marriage about six months ago. First her superintendent died of cold contracted at the we'd ding, then an old workman fell from a ladder and broke his neck.
 Schneiring feared tuberculosis.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
NEGRO sTABs THREE
 IN SALOON FIGHT

South NorwaIk, July 15-Luke Mon tague, a negro, ran amuck in a saloon here last night and stabbed three peo- pie none seriously. He had been drinking heavily and the proprietor of the saloon, Charles Sigway, put him out. He came back about an hour later with long knife and at tackled the saIoonkeeper, cutting him twice in the groin. Mrs. Sigway then came to her husbands help and re- ceived a gash twelve inches long which extends from her spine to her breast A son of Mrs. Sigway by a former marriage, John Lonchak, was also intervened, was stabbed twice near the hips. During the excitement and panic which occurred. Montague escaped. None of the injured people are in a serious condition
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15

on deposit Is $3S, ,6z8 33.
 The average daily attendance for, the year according to pr. Deanes report, was 15,42O, an increase of s09 over the year 1912
 Commissioners Bell, Challenger and William R. Webster were appointed a committee to investigate the desira- bi1ity of purchasing the three lots for sale near the New1e1d school.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
HEAVY SNOW FALL. IN
 SANTA RITA NEW MEXICO

snow fell. in the Santa Rata Mountain range Of Northwestern New Mexico yesterday In the valleys a torrent ttal rain fell. relieving a drought of sew eral weeks which had burned up the range causing intense suffering among the live stock.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
BULGARS ROUTED
 BY GREEK TROOPS

saaonika, July 15.-The Greek com mander reports Bulgarian troops flee ing before the advance of the Greeks yesterday burning. the village of Dox- at, south of Drama, and massacred five hundred of the inhabitants.
 Heavy fighting ensued, as a result of which the Greeks occupied the town of Drama The Bulgarians fled -;n disorder, leaving TO wagon loads of amrnunion on the field.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
DEATH OF GENERAL
 GRANTS BRIDGE BUILDER

Seattle, Wash. July 15.+George ". Ponds, who was In charge of the Sap. pers and Miners who built all the bridges over the rivers behind Vfclrs- burg, Miss, during General Grants operations in May, 1863, died yester- day, aged S4 years. In 24 hours his men put together a pontoon bridGe or waste lumber, logs and cotton bales. over which Grants main force croEs- ed Black River the next day to attacz Vicksburg.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
SUPT. HOBsON'S HOUSE
 ROBBED OF JEWELRY

Meriden, July 15-Julius Trezcenski,
 a gardener, aged 57, who was arrested last night in connection with the theft of $500 worth of jewels from the home of Arthur B. Hobson, I. s. Go. super intendent, was discharged on arraign- ment in police court today It was shown that he knew nothing about the matter. NO trace has been found
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
sERyIA WANTS PEACE

Belgrade, Servia, July 15.-The re- port that Servia refuses to enter into peace negotiations with Bulgaria is without foundation. She is waiting only for the arrival of persons armed with full powers from Bulgaria to open the discussion of peace prelini- naries. Hostilities will cease as soon as their signatures have been attached to a demand for negotiations.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
RTTIIE BURKE HAS TROUBLE
 WITH VERNIIFORM APPENDIX

Carlsbad. Germany, July 15-Miss Billie Burke, the actress. has recov- cred from a slight inflammation of the verrniforn appendix from which she had been suffering for several days, according to an announcement made by the doctor in attendance. She has not been operated upon.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15

of the thieves. This is the seconE time within a recent period that the Hobson residence has been broken in4 to. About week ago fntruders weta there and enjoyed a meal at hr- Hob son's expense. Nothing else was tals en, however.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15

It is officially stated that complete quiet prevails today along the whole front except at Zayether, where some unimportant slxirmishes have occur red.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
WE PRETTTEsr FACR

ana the most beautiful hands are oS ten disfgured by an unsightIy wart. It can easily be removed in faw days without pain by using Cyrus VTart Remover, for sale only at The Cyrus Pharmacy. 253 Fairfield avenue and 1SS Cannon St.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1913-07-15
SCALP SPECIALIST

SCALP SPECIALIST Special Treatment for Oily Ha1r-
 1danicuring HARRIET E. SHERWOOD. 412 Security Building. HIS Main St. Phone 1878. s27sf