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The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
End Of a Noted PoiIv-

The monocle. has long since been
out OF fashion in England. and is soon
to disappear from Paris. which has
been its last stronghold. It was in.
vented by a Dutch dandy, and its evil
effects upon the eye were at once
noted by oculists. The monocle first
appeared at the congress OF Vienna
In. 1914. when 1t was worn by. its IN
ventor.J One folly, at least, has had
only about q century OF Life.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
To Ereshen Air,

To freshen the air Of a sic1room.
ground coffee should be sprinkled on 9
shovel or c~oal-scoop previously heated
in the hre. A match should then be
held to q small piece OF camphortgum,
and when this Is alight It shoald be
placed in the center Of the shovel.
The burning coffee gives an aromatic
aroma to the room. which Is very re-
froah{0u
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Cultivate Sense Of Humor.

A sense of humor is certainly the
salt Of life, either of the married va
riety or the plain, single exietencs.
1t certainly helps a wife to laugh OF
many a little bruise that otherwise
would grow into a fostering sore. To
see the funny side Of many ri the
trivial ennoyances of life at ths time
they happen certainly eases the situa-
ton.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Hadn't Done So Badly.

81 might have married a million.
aire," declared Everywoman. "One Of
my old schoolmates is now one."
And several of your schoolrdates are
working right in this town for $40 a
week." retorted Everyman,, while one
Of them is in Jail. l guess IN marry
ing a chap getting s1,50G~a year your
average is fairly good" And then
Everyday set up a howl and they
had to stop quarrelingi to attend to
him.-Pittsburg Post. :
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Even the Chandelier.

Clarence was leaving early that
night. The cuckoo had just sounded
the eleventh hour. In the back yard
the family rooster uttered a maudlin
crow. Clarence" called her father
from an upper window, will 1t trouble
you to step around back Of the house
and throttle that rooster? He heard
the door close aud he thinks its day.
light"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
- Couldn't SEQ lila Third.

During the cotton-picking season. in
Texas a colored brother who had gone
into the country to work returned very
much Disguised. Don't 20. git. no
otfahs ter pick no cotton?" asked a
friend "Sech ez dey was. White
man done offered me one-third- O. wat
All. could pick. All done TUX a look at
de field an saw dat when It wah all
picked It wouldn't amount ter one
third. So All done Lit out fer homel"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Ancient Use of Cork,

Cork was known to the Greeks and
Romans, and was put to almost as
many Uses as at present, although
there is no mention in Rome of limo
leum, Notwithstanding Its Roman
sound. Glass bottles, with cork stop
pers, for wine and beer. did not come
into use unit the middle of the four
teenth century.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
AappieSf Home.

But the happiest home is built
when the twain together meet the
trials and c~atqstrophes that come
from the outside world with the good
health, the common sense, the humor,
the patience and courage that will
rout them. 1t should not be necessary
for these qualities to be used by the
one to. combat the faults Of the other.
Barbara BOYD.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Unsuitable Ambition,

"I;hope u ambitious friend is sat
isfed,". said the philosophic observer.
HE has ~prospered so that he can do
as he pleases." Eyes. But that doesn't
content him. While he is doing as he
pleases he wants everybody to. quit
work and applaud him for doing it SO
w Star.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04

Los Angeles, Jan. 30 Franci
Lewis Clark, a millionaire OF Spokane
Wash, is being held for $4,000 ran
som near Los Angeles, according 10
an anonymous letter received by a
newspaper.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Too Good to Lose.

Jack-"Now that your engagement
is broken. are you going to make
Blanche send back your ~letters!"
Harry-"You bet I am. I worked hard
thinking out those letters: they're
worth using again"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Coming Events.

Bank President-"What's the mat
ter" Bank Vice-President-"I was
just thinking. I sat next to our cash
Ter in church yesterday, and I don't
quite like tho way. he. sings VIII they
miss me when I'm gones"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Lucrative Find In South Africa.

South Africa's possibilities as a pro-
Queer Of vegetable oils are wide in
deed If the results of recent expert
ments under the auspices OF the Mo-
zambique authorities are, translated
into commercial realities. For in
stance. the fruit of the "macua-
macua" was shown to yield no less
than go per cent Of fine edible oil, and
OF the "pombula" 81 per cent
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Tbn Value Of Trytnq.

If a man constantly aspires, Is he
not elevated? Did ever a man try
heroism, magnanimity, truth, SINGER
ity, and find that there a no adVan-
tage in them? That 1t was a vain en-
deayor?-Thoreau.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
CHANGED by MARRIAGE.

~.Father, did mother accept you the
first time you proposed to herr" Eyes,
my dear, but since then any proposal
that / have ever made she has scorn'
FULLY rejected"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
Learn Their Value.

The boys in these clubs learn now
to fudge hogs and to select them Tor
breeding or market purposes. Iney
also learn practical ways in the man
aeement Of diseases Of swine, all OF
which information proves valuable
with respect to other forms OF live
stock work.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1914-02-04
TRYING 70 PUSH
RAISING OF HOGS,

Agricultural Department Would En-
courage Industry-Pig Clubs for the
Boys-Through This Means, it is
Hoped, Youths Can be Interested In
Production.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
DECLARATION OF CANDIDATE
FOR REPRESENTATIVE

Russell Gulch, Colo, July 81, 1914.
To the Citizens of Gilpin County.
Colorado:
Since l have been honored with
sufficient votes at the Democratic
Assembly held in Central City, Colo.
on the 25th day of July, 1914, to
place my name upon the primary bal
lot for the nomination of representa-
tive to the twentieth general assem-
bly,, it is my duty to announce to
tie voters that in the event of nom
ination and election, | will use every
honorable means to either amend or
repeal the unjust taxation law of the
output of the. mines of the state.
The bill referred to is known in the
statutes as H. B. No. $40. / further
announce, in the event of nOmina-
ton and election, will do all that
is in my power in assisting tie op-
orator and miner or leaser to get
more money than he has been get
ting of late for all metals which are
contained in his ores. My motto will
be at all times, Honesty, equal
right to all, and special privilege for
none" And l will work for the best
interests of tie state of Colorado,
and especially Gilpin county. l fur
ther wish to inform the voters that
have been identified with mining
fn ba il,
Gilpin county. Have been indirect
ly responsible for at least 5000, 900
which was expended in the mines of
Gilpin and Clear Creek counties, and
that no company, corporation or in
dividual l was connected with owes
a dollar either to the miner for la
Dor, or merchant for supplies, and
that if elected l will pledge myself
to introduce bill and use my best
efforts for its passage, making cor
porations, companies and their Off
GERS criminally liable for operating
mines without having the ready mon
ay to pay the debts which they have
contracted.
l have been a Democrat all my
life except when all Democrats of
Colorado voted tie Populist ticket.
For eight years past have taken
an active interest in politics in behal
Of the Democratic party, and have
never asked for an office, either
elective or appointive, and if you be-
lieve that l will be honest and true
to my trust, and will work for the
best interests of the people of the
state of Colorado and especially the
people of Gilpin County, l will appre-
ciate your support. On the other
hand, if you do not so believe. do
not expect or ask it.
l am most respectively,
Yours Truly.
(Adv.) w. NJ. KIRK.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

A Progressive county ticket was
filed with the county clerk last Sat
urday. They chose regular Progress
sives for the offices, with the ex-
ception of one, viz. that Of repre-
sentative. AS there seemed to be some
doubt about the filing of the Demo-
cratic nominees for legislature, Mr..
VIM. Kirk was endorsed, a san op-
ponent against Mr. VIM. C. Matthews
Republican. However, an opinion has
been received from the attorney
general to the effect that the filing
of acceptances with the county clerk
by the Democrats who were desig-
mated for representative would be
held legal and their names must ap-
pear on the primary ballot. 1t was
contended by some that the office Of
representative was a state office and
therefore acceptances had to be filed
with the secretary of the state.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Pursuant to statute in such cases
made and provided, the Board of
County Commissioners of the county
Of Gilpin, in the state of Colorado
does hereby advertise for sealed
bids for contract to perform the work
hereinafter mentioned. The said bids
to be deposited with Frank G. Moody
clerk of said board, at the court
house at Central City, Colorado, on
or before 10 o'clock a. m. on Mon
day, August oath, 1914.
The said work to be performed by
contract is the building and repair
ing Of the highway in said county
known as 1.-The Smith Hill Road" be-
ginning at the top of Smith Hill at a
point being the corner of what is
known as Foster ranch thence to
railroad track at foot of Smith Hill
ON the line and grade of the old
road; the road to be seven feet in
width in the solid with turnouts, cul
verts, or bridges, according to speci-
NOih " NC SOluPiCtNu III
80 days from commencement thereof.
Bidders to have use of county tools.
Bidders are referred to S. A. Rank,
Central City, Colorado, who holds the
Specifications for said work, and the
contract shall be let and awarded to
the lowest and best responsible bid
der. (The board reserving the right
to reject any and all bids proffered.)
By order of the Board of County
Commissioners of Gilpin county, Col
orado, this 11th day of August, A.
D. 1914.
NEIL MCKAY,
Attest: Chairman.
FRANK G. MOODY,
County Clerk. 2t
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

From the Idaho Springs Siftings we
learn that John Wilkes Booth Smith,
''The towering pine of grass valley"
that has withstood the ravages of
time for many centuries, and is now
showing decay by dying at the top
and shaky at the butt; has been des-
ignated by dying party, as con-
gressman from the third congress
sional district. The Siftings also
says that John enjoys a large circle
Of friends" This may be true, and
as John is in cur congressional dis
trict, the Observer, ever profuse in
its eulogies of Its friends. will intro
duce him to all strangers and graphi-
cally portray his acts as district at
torney In all their radiant splendors,
when the proper time arrives.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

We have received this week a
copy of the industrial magazine, a
supplement to the Boulder County
Miner, published by Victor l. Noxon,
setting forth the varied resources of
Boulder county. 1t is 32 page mag
azine, abundantly illustrated with
mellow halftones of the country, its
manufactures, and would do credit
to any eastern publishing firm. Mr..
Noxon is certainly entitled to great
credit, and Boulder county should
be proud that it has man among
its citizens who can so graphically
portray the wonderful resources of a
county that is commonwealth with
in itself. The edition speaks volumes
to the enterprise of Boulder county
and its progressive citizens.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

1t is a mistake for any one to think
that the Democratic press of Colora-
do is opposing John A. Martin on
account of any error during his SER
vice in the lower house of congress,
or for any act in his political career
in the state. There is no man in the
state whom we hold in higher es-
TEEN than Mr.. Martin, but we cleave
to Senator Thomas because it is a
him and to the administration.-Dur
ango Democrat.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

We are weekly in receipt of col
umns of prohibition literature for
publication, but as no check accom-
panies the same, and this paper is
being run for the support of women
and children, whose natural wants
are to be supplied from the earnings
of it's business, we tenderly consign
the aforesaid literature to the waste
basket, there to remain in statu quo
until our children grow up.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

From Sundays Post we learn that
there were five candidates for Con-
gresham Keating's place in the fad
ing G. o. p. congressional assembly
that was to have been held in Col
den, but the stunt was pulled off in
the Brown Palace hotel, Denver,
where they drew straws for choice
upon the ticket. The namesake Of a
once celebrated tragedian. long since
passed into history, of Idaho Springs,
drawing No. 3 straw. This is equiva-
lent to a free pass in the rear cabin
on the poop deck of the steamer lob
livion', as she sails up Salt river on
her farewell journey.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

AS the time nears for the primary
election we find that peace and har-
mory does pot reign supreme in the
cleaning OF the fading G. o. p. as
the Pueblo Chieftain would have you
believe. Mr.. Reed, of Boulder. a can
didate for governor. has withdrawn
from the ticket and right here In
Gilpin county tie party is split be-
cause the reactionists persist in plac-
ing candidate for legislature upon
the ticket who will not pledge him
self to work for the repeal Of the
law placing n double taxation on
mines output. that is now running
the mining industry of the state.
When the created have a more exalt.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The terminus of the present war
in Europe will not only change the
geography of that distant country,
but will transplant the money cen
ter Of the world from London to New
York. New York today is the only
place In the world where the distress.
ed powers can find financial relief.The
money markets of London. Parts ,Ber-
lin and st. Petersburg are all clos
ed, and America alone is furnish
Ing the gold for these afflicted ma
tions. After 140 years of freedom.
America has built up money cen
ter that will hereafter control the
prices OF the world.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The five MEMBERS of the Federal
Reserve board have taken their oath
of office, and have already organiz-
ed and opened the new system of
financial business. Charlse S. Ham
lin is governor and F. A. Delaneo, is
vice-governor. The first formal meet
ing will be held today. The officers
expect the transition from the old
to the new will be accomplished
very smoothly, and it is probable
that the twelve reserve banks au-
thorized by congress will be in active
operation in a few weeks.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Thomas, Keating, Taylor and Sci
domridge will all be returned by
largely increased majorities. Colo
rado may be beset with strike wars,
but the voter knows when they have
loyal men at the helm.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Albert A. Reed, of Boulder, was des-
ignated as one of the nominees for
Republican governor, but the Flaw
and order" reactionaries had no use
for a square man and forced his with
drawal
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

A letter has been received from
Senator C. S. Thomas, thanking the
Gilpin county Democracy for their
endorsement in his course in assist
ing the administration in framing
laws for the benefit of all alike.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Those who toll and produce can
find no truer champions of the mass
es than Senator Thomas and Ed Tay-
lor. The Wilson administration is
the first square deal the common
herd have enjoyed since Jefferson.
Those who advocate the rights of the
masses as against the classes have
at last won out.-Durango Democrat.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

If the mine owners and miners re-
will have to turn our paper into an
agricultural sheet and graphically
portray tie immense crop of spuds
that is raised on our rocky cliffs. and
the waving fields of corn that adorn
the top of Jim Peak.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The man-women of England can
now have their fill of fight, if King
George will only send them across to
France and place them in the front
of his attacking armies.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The Boulder Camera says that the
strike agitators and trouble breeders
are behind Patterson and Costigan.
AS long as they are behind them,
they are not dangerous, but when
Guggenheim is neck and neck with
Nicholson in the smelter race, then
things do become dangerous.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Recent advices show that the Ger
mans are being slaughtered on Bel
gian soil. William should call in
Generals Lafferty and Hellinring Rob-
inson to marshal his flight.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The war in Europe has caused the
silver, copper and zinc market to fall
below cost of production. Congress
now has the situation in hand and it
is to be hoped that matters will soon
be adjusted.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

What has become of the war cry,
"The Progressives are rapidly return
ing to their parent fold" From pres
ent indications the Progressiyes are
the only ones the Democrats have to
fear in county or state.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

AS Germany is one of the greatest
manufacturers of toys, there will un-
doubtedly be a scarcity of these ar
ticles for the holiday trade. They are
making real soldiers over there now
instead of the tin ones.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
(Adv.)

ed idea of themselves than of their
creator. it is high time to relegate
them to the political scrap heap, or
store them into some Anticipated mu-
ssum where the rays of light will
never penetrate their weazened ana
tony.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The murder trial of c. j. Dorriss
and VIM. Jones, two striking miners,
who were indicted for tie killing of
Noah Beeghbey at the Superior mine
last January, is now on trial in the
district court at Boulder.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

TIE Pueblo Chieftain says the tri-
pie alliance in Colorado is composed
of Tom Patterson, Mary Jones and
John Lawson. Yes, and the triple en-
tente is composed of Guggenheim.
Nicholson and John Wilkes Booth
Smith.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Theodore Roosevelt has applied for
a change of venue in his $4,000 Ii
bel case. brought by VIM. Barnes, Jr
of Albany, N. Y, saying he cannot
get justice in Albany county. The
trial will probably take place in Oc-
tOber.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Who says the waters at Idaho
Springs are not a nerve tonic? John
Wilkes Booth Smith thinks he can be
a congressman.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The speed of the large ocean lin
ers is now being tested, not by gov
ernment experts, but by the armored
cruisers of the enemy when they
get after the liners for prize.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
For County Assessor

For County Assessor
hereby announce myself as a can
didate for the nomination for county
assessor, subject to the will of the
Democratic assembly and primary.
JAS. V. THOMPSON.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

The great law and order party. so
loudly boasted of a few weeks ago
has resolved itself down to ticket
composed of few reactionary Re
publican politicians.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Why not put Emma Goldman, Bill
Haywood and Ben Lindsey aboard
ship and let Germany capture them
as contraband of war?
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

England has long boasted of ner
magnificent navy and fighting snffra-
gettes. Let King George rush both
to the front and let them try their
metle in real war.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

A Gentleman, going into his stable one
day, found his little son astride one of the
horses, with slate and pencil in his hand.
"Why, Harry" he exclaimed, "what
are you doing?"
Writing composition, was the
reply.
"Well, why don't you write 1t in the
library"
Because the teacher told me to write
composition on horse"
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Teacher Willie, you may spell felt.
Willie Felt.
Teacher-That's right. Now, Johnny,
what is felt?
Johnny Mammals slipper.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
MEMBER COLORADO EDITORIAL ASSOCIATION
THURSDAY, AUGUST 1s, 1914

Fool the people again! never. as
long as Guggenheim's right bower i
at the head of the ticket
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
For County Sheriff

hereby announce myself as can
didate for the nomination for county
sheriff, subject to the will of the
Democratic assembly and primary.
ALBERT S. GUNDY.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
For County Assessor

hereby announce myself as can
didate for the. nomination of county
assessor. subject to the will of the
Democratic assembly and primary.
s. S. HAMBLY.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13
CANDIDATES ANNOUNCEMENTS
For County treasurer

FOR County Treasurer
l hereby announce myself as can
didate for the nomination of county
treasurer. subject to the will of TIE
Democratic assembly and primary.
HENRY P. ALTVATER.
Gilpin observer., 1914-08-13

Read the war news in the Obser-
yer. Ii is authentic.
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1914-04-02
SHERWIR- WILKINS
SULFUR SOLUTION

Is a universal iuneiot5e AID lnseeiioi5s los ds.
stroyins San JOSE Sl4.e aad othsr sucking To
sscts ao1 miles. Asa Fa1sptaY II should b
used 10 days alter The leaves have dropped,
and as Spring spray Il shoal1 be applied
Ius, before the iressoone eut Of their dormant
sa,e. The Spring SPRAYING Is effective
against the Peach Leaf Curl as well as the
SCALE. The proper use OF this solution at the
right time vii increase tie proportion OF
osf'ect truit Ia your orors me tnes. -,
The independent-reporter. [volume] (Skowhegan, Me.) 1909-1955, 1914-04-02
Bigger Profits.

CPRAYING can 90 Longer l. eon4ltseea
by the up.to-tale lafmsf n gf7esf As
an expense. II Is faih<f a. iayritmfat
The man ~ao sprays bis orchard ifsifnH'i'#
cAlly and with tie proper matrf'As IS fafs
to have larger crop aa3 n4afs Fef'rei .rai
than the man who doss ~ sHftf.