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University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
MORE AG. SHORT COURSES
Howell, Macon and Other Counties Ar.
range for Work.

Branch short courses have been
arranged definitely for January and
February by the College Of Agricul-
ture Of the University. The schedule
OF these courses follows: January 8
to 3, at Pomona in Howell county;
January 19 to %, Callao in Macon
county; February to 6, Pennington,
St. Francois county; February 9 to
13. st. Charles; February 16 to 20.
Palmyra. Marion county.
Two Of these branch short courses
have been held this year, one at Porter
school in Adair county, and one at
Urbana in Dallas county. The College
Of Agriculture plans to give full pro-
gram Of these courses, giving one
each week from the first week in jan
uary to the middle of March.
The last General Assembly appro-
priated special fund for these cours-
es. They are held at any town in the
state where enough interest is shown.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

celebrate the marriage of Harvey f.
Hall and Miss Zubella Ezramalda Mer-
rygoround, who were quietly married.
The affair was quite a surprise to the
community. All regretted the alb
sence of the bride, although a very
pleasant evening was spent dancing
and playing games, after which re-
freshments were served.-Davenport
wash Tribune.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
Puzzle: What Was 1t.

We will give a forty-acre farm OF
armadillos in the driest part of Texas
to the person who guesses what it was
hit the woman's bed mentioned in the
newspaper head. Boiled Hits Wo-
mans Bed"
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Learn to read. your light, gas and
water meters. l saved $11 in two
months by knowing how to read mine.
l can teach you. NJ. r., ia Missouri
avenue. G,moc)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

a dog-catcher has found a way to
protect himself from the attacks of
women. When he points a camera at
them, as if he intended to take their
picture, they turn and run. He should
be given medal for his discovery, for
il will be a great boon to males in
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
SEVENTH COLUMN

A reporter the other day wrote that
an address would be given Farmers
Week on Why Agriculture is BecOm-
ing Popular" Booker T., please take
notice.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

The tango is just eighty-two steps
in the wrong direction, some statisti-
clan has figured out. Those Illinois
students who have had dancing forbid
den them because they danced the
tango must realize the truth of these
figures.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Life insurance protects yourself
and family. Begin now while the
premiums are low. II. NJ. McPhee-
ters. 4l3-15 Guitar Bldg (4-1mo-c)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Kansas City bell hops are going to
hop. Supposing that hoppettes will
be invited. here's hoping the hops and
hoppettes get all the hopping at the
hop they want. just so they are able
to hop about in the morning.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Warnings have been sent out to
look out for counterfeit So bills. The
warning has no meaning for us, so we
pass it on
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

A Pennsylvania doctor has said that
an occasional spree is of value. We
agree with him-of value to the man
that sells the whisky.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

bed room, private entrance front and
back, CRATE in front room. Modern.
Between the two Quads. Call at Col
Hit St, or phone 521-Green. (5,3tp)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
WANT COLUMN
MISCELLANEOUS

We feature fresh eggs and country
butter. Our stock is new and fresh.
A. NJ. Schweick. Phone S95-White.
7,tfc)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
Too Bad She MISSED the Fun.

At the home of J. c. Andrews last
Monday night crowd of young folks
gathered with tin cans and bells to
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

The simplifed speller wrote it
'filosofy." Will they insist that the
present Phi. ID. degree be made F.. D.?
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

The newest dance is called the puz-
zle dance. But the majority haven't
got the others puzzled out yet
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Shoes that have been run over are
very uncomfortable and look the same
way. Let me repair them. W. W. Nor.
rison, Eighth and Walnut. (24tf)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Why not rent your vacant rooms
with a Missourian want ad? Phone
E5.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

WANTED-Ten cents copy Will
be paid for two copies of the Univer-
sity NIissourian of November %, if
brought to this office. @, 5tp)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
WANTED.

WANTED-All kinds Of second hand
furniture; we also do repairing. W.
II. Leebrick, 500 Walnut. Phone 1894
green. Us III
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

TO RENT-Rooms with or without
board, 722 Missouri Avenue. 5,tc
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

this age of gym-trained girls and mil
liant suffragettes.
c. NJ. E.
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

FOR RENT Two desirable con-
meeting rooms on ground floor, for
light housekeeping or for study and
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Shoe Repairing while you wait
Parsons Shoe Shop. Z South Ninth
(13c)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

WANTED-Men's clothing and shoes
Millers Second Hand Store. 26 n
Ninth Street. Phone 70S-Black.
(5,1moc)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Dressmaking and tailoring done at
reasonable prices. Miss Perry, 2O7
iuitar Bldg Phone 246-White Q1,c1m)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

LOST-One ten and one five dollar
bill, between Rosemary Lane and
Boone County National Bank. Re-
turn to 14O7 Rosemary Lane for re-
ward. t5,3tc)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Dancing lessons given privately at
sos COnley Phone 44S White. (29,tfc)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

Patronage of Missourian patrons de
sired. Scurlock Transfer Co. Phon,
~. Q0,tfI
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

WANTED-A gardener. Phone 1874.
Berry McAlester. (5,7tp)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

FOR RENT-Large front room.
well lighted and heated, to regular
students. 4O2 Matthews ST. Phone
519-white. (5-tf,c)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
LOST.

LOST-A. T. o. pin, set in pearls;
initials c. III. s. on back. Reward at
A. r. o. House. (5,2t,c)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

TO RENT-One large room facing
south and east, 7OS Missouri Avenue
Phone STIRRED. (5,3tc)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06
TO RENT

FOR RENTING comfortable
rooms on second floor, for rest OF
school year; 205 College. Phone
S1S-Red. (5,3tc)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

water meters. l saved $l1 in two
months by knowing how to read mine
l can teach you. NJ r., IA Missouri
avenue. G,mo,c)
Shoe Repairing while you wait
Parsons Shoe Shop. South Ninth
Q3c)
Shoes that have been run over are
very uncomfortable and look the same
way. Let me repair them. w. w. Nor
rison, Eighth and Walnut (24tD
Dressmaking and tailoring done at
reasonable prices. Miss Perry, 207
iuitar Bldg. Phone 246-White III, 1,c1m)
Patronage of Missourian patrons de-
sired. Scurlock Transfer Co. Phone
~. Q0,tf)
WANTED-Men's clothing and shoes.
Miller's Second Hand Store. 20 N
Ninth Street Phone 70S-Black.
(5,1moc)
Dancing lessons given privately at
sos Conley. Phone 44S White. (29.tfc)
TO RENT
FOR RENT-Two comfortable
rooms on second floor, for rest of
school year; 2O5 College. Phone
S1S-Red. (5,3tc)
FOR RENT-Two furnished or un-
furnished rooms at ZIG Gentry, in an
all modern house. Call Huston at
Missouri store. (5,3tp
FOR RENT-One nice furnished
room, near campus. SO. 9l2 Locust
street. Phone 354. 5,3tp.
TO RENT-One large room facing
south and east, 7OS Missouri Avenue.
Phone Stirred. (5,3tc)
FOR RENT-Large front room.
well lighted and heated, to regular
students. 4O2 Matthews ST. Phone
519-white. (5-tf,c)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

FOR RENT-Two furnished or ur
furnished rooms at ZIG Gentry, in a
all modern house. Call Huston q
Missouri store. (5,3tp)
University Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.) 1908-1916, 1914-01-06

FOR RENT-One nice furnished
room, near campus. SO. 9l2 Locust
street. Phone 354. 5,3tp.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
GERMANY MAINTAINS BASE
RIGHT UNDER BRTA|N'S NOSE

ceived supplies under England's
very nose for a time.
This fact vas developed here to
day In connection with the IN.
nouncement OF the cancellation OF
a lease under which the island OF
Herm WAS held by Prince Bieucher.
a descendant OF the famous general
who helped the Duke OF Wellington
to defeat Napoleon at Waterloo.
The London government original.
ly leased the island to a German
company In 1899. and II was BY this
company that II was turned over TO
the prince. who lived the life OF an
eccentric recluse o nit for several
years.
II was searched after the war be.
gan. but the work was done by raw
country militiamen. who. innocent
OF military knowledge. reported
they found nothing which could be
used for war purposes.
After several submarine exploits
In the channel a more thorough In.
vestigation was made. IL revealed
the presence OF quantities OF fuel
oil, torpedoes and other supplies.
Motorboats. II appeared, had regu.
larry carried these stores and am.
munition from Herm to submarines
lying off shore.
There was also q wireless station
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
we''' he said.

don't wef" he said.
All at once II came over me that
Dick was disappointed because We
had not had a child. When We were
first married we both used to talk
about the time when we would
have children. but for nearly n year
neither he nor ! have mentioned
them.
II In a cross 10 mo not 10 have
children. I have determined not TO
make myself and everybody about
as unhappy ma Eliene did because
have come TO the conclusion am
not going to have a family. but e
ing the boy In Dicks arms l had a
pang. went forward and took the
baby. who slecpily tried 10 cling 10
him.
Eliene must have OWNED my
thoughts AZ she said: IAN you men
20 back to your pool and let Margie
and me put these babies 20 bed"
But" demonstrated Mr.. Hatton.
II will be very auiet-you see q
lonely man like ] am does not often
get a chance 10 sec living pictures
OF the Madonna"
Very pretty. Chad" said Eliene.
but not quite flattering enough to
keep you here. Run along, boys.
and Margie and ! viii be down 10
n minute"
After they had left Eliene and
I laid the children down and much
to my CONSERVATION ! cav a great
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
ELECT
new OFFICERS

At tho annual meeting Of the
Painters, Decorators and Paper,
hangers union. held Tuesday night,
the following officers we're elected
for the year: +. Johnston. presi.
dent: Michael slatterbo. vice presl-
dent: Jas. Tiuto. financial secre-
tary: r. ID. white. recording secre-
tary: John King. treasurer. Hugh
Glover. warden. Delegates to the
Central Labor council we're named
as follows: Frank Gates. j. +.
Dill. Sam Kohler. j. II. vanden.
burgh. Charles Doyle. Delegates "a
the district council: Joe Edwards,
Geo. Wilcox. J.. ID. Smith. Ray
White. Peter Johnson, Peter Moen.
johnson. Gates and White we're
elected delegates to the meeting
Wednesday night at the Labor tenn
pie. which has been turned over by
the Central Labor council for n con
ference OF delegates from all locals
In the city to plan the Bolton coun'
cilmanic campaign.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
SEATTLE SOON
TO have A REAL
MOVIE COLONY
Just a word OF warnIng. folks.

Just n word OF warning. folks.
III business or pleasure takes YOU
out Renton way In the near future.
and while thus iunkcting. piercing
screams OF a fair maiden In distress
attract your attention. suppress
your fears.
And for goodness sake. don't in.
terfere. II You do you're liable 10
spe.i n good film.
Guess IT, Yea. you've run plumb
into n movie colony.
The Puget Sound Producing com.
pany. recently Incorporated. IL get,
ting ready TO break ground for It's
new and modern plant near Renton.
The ground breaking will be- nj.
tended by the usual formaiitiea
The ceremony Ia set for Jan rs.
The colony viii include every
thing that goes 10 make up a movie
hamlet. One OF It's features will
be a japanese village. Inhabited by
real japanese actors and actorinss
The studio will be one Of tho frs,
buildings erected. being complete in
every detail.
And before many months pass
pictures will be shown at Seattle
~photoplay houses under the label
Made In Washington"
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
lTHE q
VgM]13E 5
WONDER WHAT IS TIE
MATTER WITH ElIENE7
1914, BY the Ne~soaper

"0N0GN VIAL 10 NE
MATTER WITH EliEnE7
Copyright. 1914. BY the Newspaper
Enterprise AssoelationJ
Come on. Margle. let's no over
and q Harry and Eiiene. We
have hardly seen them since be.
fore Dad died"
when We got over there we
found Mr.. Hatton playing pool with
Harry In the billiard room.
"Eliene In upstairs with the
kids" said Harry. "she insists
that she must see that they are pu,
to bed properly every night I told
her that Chad aud I would amnse
ourselves until her return"
I'm go up To the nursery" | SAID
Dick. instead OF staying behipe. fol-
lowed after.
Look here. Harry, ~ Mrs.
Wayerly In going TO see those won.
derful Kids ! think I might be Al
lowed 10 glimpse AZ thsm.- said
Mr.. Hntton.
IAN right. ven an 70 up
We all started upstairs, and HAr-
lry softly opened tho door OF the
nursery. saying; Ladies' and zen.
tIemeu. III nov give you an Illus.
tration OF n perfectly happy
woman"
And We certainly did see this "a
Eliene raised her head in surprise
ar we trooped In.
She had one Of the children on
her lap and the other was standing
up on bis bed. trying To get into
her arms,
Dada, dada they shouted as
soon ma they saw Harry.
had never thought OF him ms a
father. but II was beautiful TO see
his look OF pride as he took the
baby from the crib
which one Ia this. Eliene7' he
asked.
That's Teddy. Harry" she said
with a little reproach In her tone.
which Harry answered apoioget.
ically by saying. When they &c,
into their little pajamas and are
Invested Of their pink or blue rib
bons. l can't tell them apart"
just then the baby in Eliene's
arms caught sight OF Dick and held
out his hand to him.
Look at Bulge. Harry. he wants
TO 80 TO Dick. I never saw him
make up To anybody before"
Much 20 my surprise. Dick took
the baby. somewhat awkwardly. but
rather proudly. IAN right. old man,
you and | understand each other,
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
$4,000 NAMES
ON PETITIONS
FOR new VOTE

over $4,000 signatures are
claimed by tho Washington
State Hotel Mems association
for Initiative measure No. 10.
which seeks 20 amend the state
wide prohibition bill adopted by
the peoplc last November.
Nearly one-haN the signatures
have been obtained In Seattle.
An extra force 10 employed at
the city registration office
checking up the signatures. ne
tho petition must be filed at
Olympia by Thursday afternoon
In order 60 obtain action upon Il
NJ tho next session OF the legls-
isturc.
II needs $4,000 valid sigma
lures.
This measure. while abolishinI
saloons. permits brewericu 20 oper
ate In the state. and allows hotel
also 10 serve liquor to guests.
The legislature will be compeile,
10 submit the measure TO a vote o
people II the required humble
Of valid signatures are obtained.
Advocates OF tho bin want tn,
20 call a special election
In 1918. no that the vote may b,
on II before the present pro
hihition Law goes into effec, on Jan
uary I. 1916.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30

A. tho Home Until Friday

The Perils of Pauline" No. T..
two parts; The Way OF Life" dra-
ma: when Lizzie Got Her Polish"
comedy; Boxes and Boxers" com.
edy: Foolish Lovers" comedy.
A. tho Pleasant Hour Until Friday
The Trey o. Hearts" No. II, two
parts: Broken Vows two-part
drama; Cupid InoognIto." comedy.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30

tear drop from Eliene's eve on
Toddy's head
why. what's the matter, Eliene7
thought you we're the happiest
woman In the world"
Il am. l am. dear. I'm happier
than | eve was before In my life"
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
CITY BURIES MAN
To CUT EXPENSES

FORT SMITH. Ark, Dec. 30=An
office to be known as the municipal
economist has been created by the
city board OF commissioners Of Fort
Smith. The municipal economists
duties consist In deylsing ways ard
means TO reduce municipal expenses
and increase municipal revenue.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
IR0QU0IS FIRE II
YEARS AGO TODAY

CHICAGO. Dec. 30.-fn accord
ance with annual custom. memorial
services yer held today for vic
Tins OF the Iroquois theatre fire.
which claimed 600 lives. IL years
ago today.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30

LONDON, Dec. 15.-By Mall to
New York.)-Untii recently Ger
many actually had a submarine base
IN the English channel, or territory
belonging TO the British crown
Dsstroyers OF British shipping re-
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30

she answered as she kissed both
pairs Of little velvety lips. But"
Are you girls coming? Chad
wants Eliene to play this new rag
time" All the rest OF the evening
/ had no chance to ask Eliene 70
explain that but"
Ito be continued tomorrow.)
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
PINCHED

NEW YORK. Dec. 3O.-Detectives
in tho criminal courts building
seized Anthony Comstock as a nus
pected bomb thrower, but released
him when they learned his identity
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
Earl Haydoek. University OF Cali

%fornia. takes first prize In Inter.
collegiate Prohibition association
oratorical contest at Topeka, Kan.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
REAL NEGRO As JUNGLE
TOM" AT CIRCUIT

REAL NEGRO As JUNGLE
TOM" AT CIRCUIT
"unoIs Toms Cabin" . five.
reeIer. produced BY the Worries
Film company. With the original
"Thanhouser Kid" az little Eva.
James cruxe as Harris. "unels
Tom" played by a negro, the
only eolored star In motion pic.
lures. starts today AZ the New
Circuit for two days The plan
taslon scenes have real ''eolored
folks"-and the now scene
were taken on top OF Nj. Lowe.
In California. Real blood
hounds. and all the other
extras" possible 10 the camera
production. make the picture.
which 10 shown for the frat
time In Seattle. . ~mssterpleee.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
N RAWtNG
CROWDS AND LAUGHS

" ~ Nfs
"Th. Hoosier SchoolmAster." fcar
turing Max Fsman In the title role.
Ia drawing large houses Il the Alas
ka this week.
Tho story deals with the early
pioneer days. Max Ffgman. In the
title role OF tho schoolmastrr. cant
be beat. The play Is well balanced.
with n good theme and excellent
actors. One Of those clever come
dies drawn by Bray. the eartoonist.
tops off q Of the best bills ever
shown In n local playhouse for the
money.
GRACE WAS GAME
When Grace Cunard was Getting
ready TO dress ~ the Scotch Girl In
The Campbeils Arc Coming" and
opened tho ooxes sent BY the cos
tuners Who made the clothes. she
found stockings. two pairs OF breast
plates and a black Jacket
Miss cunsrd says: Francis Ford
absolutely refused 10 allow me 10 80
on with what was sent"
CHARLES LUCKY
Charles Ray OF the New York Mo
ton Picture Corporation bears a
charmed life.
lie had his eleventh automobile
accident I'm two years recently.
when another machine skidded and
coiiided with him. damaging his au-
20 quite badly.
In not ono OF these mlshaps has
the fault been Rays. and only twice
has he had TO pay for repairs. lie
has paid a couple OF fines. but that
la another story.
AZ the ciass A Until Saturday Night
Barrier OF Flames" two-reel
Thanhouser drama: Her Younger
Sister" Beauty drama: "Gnssle. tho
Golfer" Keystone comedy.
AZ the Liberty Until Saturday Night
"Saiomy Jane" seven-rcei drama
At the ciemmer Until Saturday
Night
The Pit" ffvereel drama. featur-
INK NItpu bhfhhJf-
Al the Alaska All Week
The Hoosier Schoolmaster.
five reel drama. featuring Max Fig
man-one OF Bray's cartoon com.
edies.
AZ the Alhsmbra Until Wednesday
NIuht
The King and the Man. two
part drama, with Warren Kerrigan:
Animated Weekly: The Mani
cure Girl comedy: "Billy's
Charge" Sterling juvenile comedy.
At the Melbourne All Week
What Could She Dor" three-reel
Edison drama: Lola. the Rat"
drama: "A Natural Mistake" The
Surprise Party and "A Red Dye"
comedies.
A. the Grand Until Saturday Night
The Master Key" No. 6. two-reel
drama: STRAND War Series" No.
10: The Kisses Royal comedy;
THE Buffer" Essanay drama.
New Circuit Until Thursday Night
Uncle Toms Cabin. five parts,
Worlds Film feature.
At the Colonial All Week
The Tigress,' drama featuring
Nine. Olga Pstrova: "Gertie, the
Trained Dinosaurs" comedy. by
Winsor McCay.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30

The Tigress,' drama featuring
Nine. Olga Petrova: "Gertie. the
Trained Dinosaurs" comedy. by
Winsor McCay.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30

A. the Grand Until Saturday Night
The Master Key" No. 6. two-reel
drama: STRAND War Series" No.
Is: The Kisses" Royal comedy:
The Buffer" Essanay drama.
New Circuit Until Thursday Night
Uncle Toms Cabin. five parts.
Worlds Film feature.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-12-30
Complete Report
of Market Today

rr,css raid rroducers for Vegetables and
Pratt
The Bennington evening banner. (Bennington, Vt.) 19??-1961, 1914-05-25
Luck In Horseshoes.

The superstition about luck in horse
shoes dates back too far for record, but
it was not always confined 10 the horse
shoe. Any piece of iron found in ones
path was accounted a sign of good
luck, and as horseshoes were more
commonly picked up than any other ar
ticle Of that metal that particular oh
ject at last became the standard EN-
blem of good fortune and the supposed
defense against bad luck. In Aubrey $
"AIiscellanies." written 200 years ago
the author mentions having seen the
horseshoe nailed up In church. and he
also says that most Of the houses in
the west end Of London have the horse
shoe on the threshold The horseshoe
to possess virtue must have been found