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Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Matter of Curiosity.

Miss Gibson was very rich and Mr.
Hanna was very poor. She liked him,
but that was all, and he was well
aware of the fact. One evening he
grew somewhat tender and at last he
said: You are very rich, aren't you,
Helen?" Yes, Tom,' replied the girl,
frankly. Il am worth about two mil
lion dollars" viii you marry me.
Helen?" 'Oh, no, Tom, l couldn't"
81 knew you wouldn't" Then why
did you ask me?" "Oh, just wanted
to see how a man feels when he loses
two millions"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Poetry That Paid.

"They say writing poetry doesn't
pay. but look at Bardsley. His poetry
made him rich"
rs that SO? I hadn't heard of it,
Eyes, some man with lot of money
and no children has given him a for
tune"
We'll, by George, that beats me.
Bardsley's poetry always seemed to
me to be the worst kind of rot. This
fellow who got so stuck on it must be
light in the upper story, isn't hep
"Oh, MOI 1t isn't that. He seems
to have found out in some way that
Bardsley wrote poetry for a living.
and 1t was with the idea of making
him Independent for life that the
money was turned over"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
herprno the Little Fellow.

The United Shoe Machinery Com
pany is the only real obstacle to the
formation Of a shoe trust We help
the small manufacturer to start in
business and keep going. He could
not afford to buy and care for his ma
chimes, but he can afford to lease them
on the terms we give him based on
the number of shoes he makes-an
average of less than 2 2-3 cents pair
and let us keep them up to date.
That is a fair arrangement Some of
the big fellows don't like our system,
because they think we ought to give
them special rates. But the little fell
lows stand with us because they know
we treat all manufacturers alike no
matter how many machines they use.
If it were not for our methods of doing
business there would be no small fac
tories anywhere and no prosperous
factories in small towns.
The United Shoe Machinery Co,
Boston, Mass.-Adv.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Mother Goose Party.

Masquerade and fancy dress par
ties are always delightful, but of all
the pleasant gatherings which 1 have
attended the Mother Goose party
takes the lead. Invitations to the eff
feet that Mother Goose will be pleased
to welcome her goslings at the res
idence of whoever gives the entertain
ment on such an evening, are sent
out fully two weeks in advance. The
request to come in costume repre-
senting some one of the characters
found in Mother Goose can be writ
ten on a small card and inclosed in
the envelope with the invitations.
These invitations can be made very
pretty if one can paint, by having lit
tie water color or penn and ink
sketches on them-such as little
Jack Horner" or the Three Blind
Mice" pursued by the Farmers Wife,
with her Carving Knife
You maye be sure after these notes
have been sent out that there will be
q ripple of excitement among the
young people, and Mother Goose melo-
dies will be at premium with
colored illustrations in particular.
Great ingenuity can be exercised in
getting up the costumes. At last the
eventful night arrives and let US sta
ton ourselves in the hall and watch
the guests as they come in. Most of
the girls came without escorts, for
ali were determined to keep their
identity a secret from brothers and
sweethearts. Mother Goose the
hostess, stands in the front parlor and
is soon welcoming a motley throng.
"Old King Cole" was closely followed
by The Fiddlers Three" Little Red
Riding Hood" was charming in her
scarlet cape and carried a little bas-
ket filled with candy instead of the
eggs and butter. The Queen of
Hearts" was radiant in a gorgeous
costume. Rain, Rain, Stay Away"
was represented by a pretty blond,
who carried an immense red umbrella.
Little Boy Blue" dashed into the
room, blowing his horn, carrying an
imense sheep of cotton. Two girls
exactly the same height came as twin
DO Peeps" carrying gilded crooks
and fans with the picture of a sheep
on one side with I'm Little Pc Peep,
etc, on the other 'Daffy Down Dilly''
was one of the best characters repre-
scented. Jack and Jill" went hand in
hand to get the pail of water Jack
Homer sat in the proverbial corner
and pulled out "plums" from a gigan-
tic pie "Humpty'' Dumpty did not
look any the worse for the great
fall Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary
proved herself most agreeable and
"Taffy, the Welshman," was one of
the most popular characters in spite
of his propensity for stealing.
When all the guests had arrived
Mother Goose, with Old King Cole,
opened the grand march and the mu-
sic played merrily. A piano will do
for the dancing, but the addition of a
violin is a great improvement. Much
merriment was occasioned when the
masks were removed before the re
freshments were served. While the
young people are home for the summer
vacation some one may give a party
like the one described, and am sure
1t will be successful. OF course, the
masking is not essential, but adds a
little spice to the enjoyment. The re-
freshments need not be elaborate, but
q large bowl of lemonade should be
conveniently placed where it will be
easy of access to all.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17

guest found her place at table with
three others by means of souvenir
name card.
When all had arrived and were seat
ed at the tables the hostess was very
particular to personally introduce
each partner if unacquainted, which
made everyone feel more comfortable
Then the bell rang and playing be-
gan. Four games were played and
the losers were the ones to move, go
ing to a table for favors. These they
gave to the winners at the other Ia
bles, who were taken to the table of
the losers, and thus they met an en-
tirely new set of players There was
no counting of scores-simply the best
three hands winning out of four
There were ten sets of favors- After
five sets of favors had been used re-
freshments were served, then playing
was resumed until all the favors had
been used. At the last each loser
brought an extra favor for her ia
vored partner and herself. which
called forth much merriment, as they
were large paper sacks blown out and
tied at the top with various cOlored
ribbons They were to carry the ia
vors home in, and they were needed.
1t certainly was a very jolly party,
and the idea is adaptable to all card
parties where the hostess desires
something out of the ordinary The
favors may be as elaborate as the
purse will permit. The ones at the
party described consisted of bonbons
in fancy boxes, imported chocolate,
sailed nuts in dainty receptacles, pa
nor aDronS mick riffs 0f flowers fans.
parasols, paper hats, post cards, ETC.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Portrayina Nature With Bible Verses.

Very recently correspondent asked
nae for some Bible scheme to interest
children. to be used as part of a Sun
day school program. Seems to me
the following arranged by Harriette
Wilbur would be acceptable. Learn
ing the verses as given will teach the
children about the Bible and how
much. it contains about the flowers
that we have today. This could be
used on "Children's day." which is OBJ
served in so many churches early in
June.
1. Lily duke 12:27). Bouquet of
lilies, anemones or some lilaceous
flower.
2. Grass duke 1929. Bouquet of
long grassblades tastefully arranged.
3. Star (Matthew 2:9-1O). Large
star.
4. Vine John 1871, 81. Long, grace
full cutting of a grapevine.
5. Cedar psalms 92:12). Branch
of cedar.
6. Wheat (Matthew 13:24-3O). Stalks
of wheat.
Z. Flower Qsaiah 4O:8). Bouquet
of any flower in season.
8. Palm John 1912, 49,. Palm
branches.
9. Mustard (Matthew 1881, 80. A
mustard plant from some wheat field;
the larger the plant the better.
10. Willow psalms S7:1, p. Long
willow branches.
IL. Barley CRuth 1:22). Stalks of
barley.
IL. Fir (Psalms 54:16, I'D. branches
of fir.
IS. Rose Qsaiah PAID. Bouquet of
roses.
IA. Rushes Qsaiah 35:O. Handful
of tall rushes.
Is. Oak e Kings 1874, revised YER
sion). Some oak branches.
16. In concert: Pslams 46:11. r. 10.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17

by families already familiar with its
merits
Syrup Pepsin is mild. pleasant-tast-
ing. and non-griping. Mothers give it
to tiny infants, and yet it is effective
in grown-ups. 1t is for everyone who
suffers from any form of stomach.
liver or bowel trouble, constipation
dyspepsia, biliousness, etc. Its action
will SO delight you that you win for
ever avoid harsh cathartics, purga-
tives, pills and salts.
If no member of your family has
ever used Syrup Pepsin and you would
like to make personal trial of it be-
fore buying it in the regular way of
druggist, send your address, postal
will do-to DR.. w. B. Caldwell 203
Washington ST., Monticello, Ill, and
free sample bottle will be mailed you.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Most Approved Designs in
Shoes for Fashionable Feet

uppers of tan cloth, and are for wear
with tailored suits. The pump Is an
Improvement on that of former sea-
sons. 1t is more easy to keep on A
buckle over the base of the instep
helps to hold them in place, and a
snall strip of suede, which clings to
the stocking, is usually fastened in
aide the heel of the shoe. The low
cut evening slipper is often fastened
over the instep and about the ankle
with bands of ribbon. These bands
are fastened on opposite sides of the
ahpper rim about an inch from the
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17

CAS- Tennyson Might Have Sung It'd
i swoop around a sudden turn,
/ make careless sally.
And, feeling not the least concern,
Go tipping through an alley
Past thirty cops I hurry down,
bump Ger ruts and ridges;
scatter havoc through the town
And flash across the bridges.
I see the red lights warning glow.
But do 7 heed IT? Neveri
For men may come and men may go,
But 1 tear on forever.
rattle over stony ways,
7 crash through traffic's tumble,
And end their troubles and their days
Who hesitate or stumble,
With many a curve l. somehow, get
Around the drays and 'busses,
And do not stop to feel regret
Because some teamster cusses.
hurry. hurry, crouching low;
try to jump the river;
For men may come and men may 70.
But tear on forever.
I flash about and in and out
A thousand dangers daring,
I hear the mad policeman shout,
But have no time for caring.
And here and there gladly break
A speeding street cars fender;
I never hesitate to take
A chance, however slender.
I lay old men and children low,
I make the horses CULVER.
For men may come and men may go,
But I zipp on forever
tear through lawns and grassy plots
1 crash through leafy covers,
I crash the sweet forget-me-nots
And cripple happy lovers.
I slip, slide, I skid, I glance,
I scorn the bumps and hollows,
L sound toot and take a chance,
Too gay to care what follows.
The public wants me sQuelched, know;
But do I mind it7 Never!
For men may come and men may go,
But crash on forever.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17

buckle. They are crossed over the
instep, crossed at the back of the an
kle, crossed again higher up at the
front of the ankle and fastened be-
hind
For wear with afternoon gowns
black satin shoes have preference
over every other sort The boot
shown has a ribbed satin vamp and
fastens with black pearl buttons.
Black satin wears well and can be re-
lied on to hold shape and cut
The patent leather slipper shown
with the French heel has a cut stsel
buckle strapped with velvet
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Benefit Of a Trip Abroad.

''They say" said the man who has to
work for his living, that the person
who is dissatisfied here has only to go
abroad in order to gain a good opinion
of his country"
''Yaas," replied Algy, IT used to
wegahd this as a beastly country,
don't you know, but ovah in Lunnon
heahd it pwaised so much that 1 got
to be veal demd patriot, don't you
know"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Widows WAYS.

Mamma, why did you tell Mrs. La
mode that 1 was only eighteen when 1
am really twenty-four?"
Widow-Because eighteen is six
years under twenty-four, my dear.
Daughter-Yes, 1 know; but surely
I don't need the benefit of those six
years at my age, do 1?
Widow-Not at all, my child; but l
do.-London Tit-Bits.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
A Flower Contest.

A LESSON IN ADDITION AND SUB
TRACTION.
1 The early part of the day+ splen-
dor.
2. A bird part of birds foot.
3. To contest-e+a vowel+a verb.
4. A confection+a cluster.
5. A false hood-e+a sheer fabric
-e.
6. Two times one+part of the
month.
z. A willy animal+a covering for
the hands.
8. A vegetables a strain Of
music-e+two vowels.
9. A girls name+a precious metal.
10. A dairy product+a drinking
recectacle.
ANSWERS. Morning glory. 2.
Lark+spur. 8. Vie-e=vi+ o+let
violet. 4. Candy+tuft. 5. Lie
+lace-e=lac=lilac. 6. Tu (two)
+lip=tulip. z. Fox+glove. s. Pea
+tune-e=tu n + ia petun-
mia. 8. Mari Mary +gold=mari-
gold. 10. Butter cup=buttercup.
MADAME MERRI.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Then There Was a Foot Race.

WELL" said the innocent bystander
to the man whose automobile had ex-
hausted its battery eleven miles from
the nearest charging station, you
might get out of the difficulty by tax
ing Emerson's advice"
What's that?'' asked the one who
was in trouble.
Hitch your wagon to a STAR"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
a Novel Gard Party,

This pretty card party was conduct
ed like cotillon and was great sue
cess. 1t was given for forty guests,
and the tables were scattered through
out the large rooms of a spacious
country house. In the first place each
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
To Pass the lime.

Patron Ito very slow waiter)-Bring
me a steak, please. And you might
just send me a postcard every now
and then while you're away, letting
me know how it is getting on.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Meets Them Everywhere.

Tired Treadwell-Dis is a VERY
small world, after all.
tink so?
Tired Extraordinarily day goes
by but what I meet somebody I've
panhandled in some other state.
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Not the Only Ones.

Drowning men catch at straws."
-1 have seen thirsty ones do the
same thing"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17

When you know how a man prays
you know what kind of a God he be-
lieveS in
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17

Mrs Winslowrs Soothing Syrup for Childrez
teething, sorrens the gums, reduces infamma
tion,allay pain.cures wind collie CSC bottle-Ad
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
An Exception.

IT don't want anybody to mine
matters about this house"
But, dear, how about the pies?"
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17

The devil and a man-made saint get
on well together
Western Kansas world. [volume] (WaKeeney, Kan.) 1885-current, 1913-05-17
Exception to the Rule.

Exception to the Rule.
There are two sides to every ques-
ton"
Not if your wife has taken one OF
them"
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1913-12-12
QUEER THING IS THE TURTLE
Scotch Naturalist Of Wide Repute De
elares II Is Neither Fish. Flesh
Nor Fowl.

According to Macdonald, Scotch
naturalist of wide repute. the turtle is
the strangest Of all living things and
the most unfathomable. He can live
in the water as well as out of 1t and
can seemingly go for indefinite lengths
Of time without air or food or light.
He is neither fish nor flesh nor fowl,
and yet he has the characteristics of
all three. AS for his eating. 1t seems
quite superfiuous, for he can remain
shut up in a barrel for number of
weeks and emerge at the end of the
time apparently none the worse for
the lack of food and light and air.
The baby turtle seems also just as
Indifferent to its surroundings as its
parents are. AS soon as II comes
forth from Its egg It scuttles of to the
sea II has no one to teach or guide
It In it's brain seems implanted the
idea that until its armor becomes hard
it has no defense against hungry fish
And so IT seeks shelter in gulf weed
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1913-12-12
FEET TAKE PLACE OF HANDS
English Woman, Born Without Arms,
Has Taught Herself to Sew,
Cook and Write.

At Eastbourne, says an English
paper, resides a woman probably
without an equal in the country. She
was born minus arms yet she can do
almost anything with her feet Her
name is Mrs. PIERCE of Tower street.
and recently she attended dinner
given to the old people of the town
by the local lodge Of Buffaloes.
She surprised everybody present
by placing her feet upon the table,
and picking up the knife and fork
with marvellous dexterity commenced
to enjoy the feast She manipulated
the knife and fork quite as well as
any ordinary person would with her
hands. and although she looked very
uncomfortable with her feet on the
table. she was quite at ease.
One had to look very closely to
discern that Mrs. PIERCE was actual
ly using her feet and had any one
been looking round and had not
known Of her infirmity, they would
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1913-12-12
GAS, DYSPEPSIA
AND INDIGESTION
"Pape'S Diapepsin" settles sour,
gassy stomachS in five
minuteS-Time 1t!

You don't want slow remedy when
your stomach is bad-or an uncertain
one-or a harmful one-your stomach
is too valuable; you mustn't injure 1t
Pape's Diapepsin is noted for its
speed in giving relief; its harmless
ness; it's certain unfailing action in
regulating sick, sour, gassy stomachs.
Its millions of cures in indigestion,
dyspepsia, gastritis and other stomach
trouble has made it famous the world
over.
Keep this perfect stomach doctor in
your home-keep it handy-get large
tifty-cent case from any dealer and
then if anyone should eat something
which doesn't agree with them; II
what they eat lays like lead, ferments
and sours and forms gas; causes head
ache, dizziness and nausea; eructa-
lions of acid and undigested food
remember as soon as Pape's Diapepsin
comes in contact with the stomach all
such distress vanishes. Its prompt
ness, certainty and ease in overcoming
the worst stomach disorders is a reve-
lation to those who try it.-Adv.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1913-12-12
SAGE TEA AND SULPHUR
DARKENS YOUR GRAY HAIR
Look Years Youngerl Try Grandma's
Recipe Of Sage and Sulphur
and Nobody viii Know.

Almost everyone knows that Sage
Tea and Sulphur, properly compound
ed, brings back the natural color and
lustre to the hair when faded, streaked
or gray; also ends dandruff, itching
scalp and stops falling hair. Years
ago the only way to get this mixture
was to make 1t at home, which is
mussy and troublesome.
Nowadays we simply ask at any
drug store for "Wyeth's Sage and Sui
phur Hair Remedy" You will get a
large bottle for about so cents. Every
body uses this old, famous recipe, be-
cause no one can possibly tell that
you darkened your hair. as it does it
so naturally and evenly. You dampen
a sponge or soft brush with 1t and
draw this through your hair, taking
one small strand at time; by morn.
ing the gray hair disappears, and
after another application or two, your
hair becomes beautifully dark, thick
and glossy and you look years younger.
ADV.
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1913-12-12

more to my mother than to her." she
said, catching her breath. No. the
secret must be kept-always. Father
i must never call you that except
when we are alone|I must always
whisper 1t, like a prayer-father. let
me be your secretary"
1t was strange that this request
should surround Fran with the chill
atmosphere of a tomb. His embrace
relaxed insensibly. He looked at his
daughter in frightened bewilderment,
as If afraid she had drawn him too
far from his security for further hid
ing. During the silence, she awaited
his decision.
1t was because of her tumultuous
emotions that she failed to hear ad-
vancing footsteps.
Some one is coming" he exclaimed,
with ill-concealed relief. I'VE mustn't
be seen thus-we would be misunder-
stood" He strobe to the window, and
pretended to look out His face
cleared momentarily.
ne uOOT OpSueu, anu OTdCo NUT
started in, then paused Significantly.
Am l interrupting she asked. in
quiescent accent.
Certainly not" Gregory breathed
freedom. His surprise was so joyful
that he was carried beyond himself.
Grace! It's Grace! Then you didn't
go to the city with Bob. There wasn't
any train"
81 am here" began Grace easily
Yes, of course, that's the main
thing" his delight could not be held
in check. You are here, indeed! And
you are looking mean you look
WE'LL mean you are not ill-your re-
turn is so unexpected"
Il am here" she steadily persisted,
because | learned something that
affects my interests. / went part of
the way with Mr. Clinton, but after
thinking over what had been told me,
decided to leave the train at the next
station. | have been driven back in a
carriage. / may as well tell you, Mr.
Gregory, that | am urged to accept a
responsible position in Chicago"
He understood that she referred to
marriage with Robert Clinton. But"
he began. very pale.
She repeated, "A responsible posi-
Tensas gazette. [volume] (St. Joseph, La.) 1886-current, 1913-12-12
UNABLE TO MAKE 1T OUT
consressman's Diary, Brought Out
After Lapse Of Years, a.Great Dis
appointment to Him.

Representative Sisson of Mississip
pi said in his wonted witty way of the
currency bill:
1T is a disappointment to meas
much a disappointment as my diary
was.
81 came across an old diary the 9th.
er day.
Aha said to myself, now shall
relive wildly again my life of elgh.
teen years ago. What delightful things
this dear old diary will call to mem
ory!'
And opened the book to entry
after entry like this:
'Sun.-Cloudy. To C. Shaw A.
Half.
Mon.-Settled at last. Ham and
cabbage, Joe.
'Tues.-Called on Joe. Accounts.
Sunfries..
'Wed.-At last. Eve. papers again.
Thurs. = Took express. Soup.
Saw L. M. Socks.
"Fri.-Oysters Remember new
idea. Bound to come.
Sat-
so the diary ran on-page after
page of initials and authorizations and
single word sentences that / could
make neither head nor tail Of.
MY dear old diary, in a word, was
Greek to me. What a disappoint.
menti"