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Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
PAYING AN INFORMER.
An Episode of the Time of the Second
 French Empire.

fronCn 6mPH0s
 Alexandre Dumas contributed to the Curieux an anecdote told him by Hen ri Didier, who was a deputy under the second empire.
 Didier's father was secretary to the ministry of the interior at the time when the Duchesse de Berri was ar rested at Nantes at the end of her at tempt to raise the country against Louis Philippe and in favor of her son the Count de Chambord.
 The traitor Deutz agreed to sell to the government the secret of her hid ing place for SOC, 1000 francs. and 1t was the elder Didier's duty to pay the scoundrel for his dirty work. He took his son Henri into the office and said Look we'll now at what passes and never forget 1t. You will learn what a lache is and the method of paying him."
 Qeutz was then brought into the room where M. Didier was standing behind his desk, on which were placed two packets. each of which contained 25OOOO francs.
 As Deutz neared the desk M. Didier made a sign to him to stop. Then. taking pair of tongs, he extended the packets, one after the other. into the hands open to receive them. Not word was spoken. and when the transfer was effected M. Didier point cd to the door.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
aARBLED QUOTATIONS.
Popular Passaass That Ars Frequently
 Rendered Incorrectly.

Rendered Incorrectly.
 Almost everybody who quotes at all misquotes. Nothing Is more common than to hear:
 A man convinced against his will
 Is of the same opinion still.
 This is an impossible condition O! mind. for no one can be convinced of one opinion and at the same time hold to an opposite one. What Butler wrote was eminently sensible:
 He that complies against his will
 Is of his own opinion still
 A famous passage of Scripture is often misquoted thus: He that Is without sin among you let him cast tue first stone" It should be. Let him first cast a stone"
 Sometimes we are told. Behold, how great a fire a little matter kindleth," whereas St. James said. Behold. how great a matter a little fire kindleth," which is quite a different thing.
 We also hear that "A miss Is as good as mile." which is not as sensible or fOrcible as the true proverb. "A miss of an inch is as good as a mile."
 Look before you leap" should be And look before you ere you leap." Pope is generally credited with hay ing written.
 Immodest words admit of no defense, For want of decency is want of sense. though 1t would puzzle any one to find the verses in his writings. They were written by the Earl of RoscommOn. who died before Pope was born.- Pearson's Weekly.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
Why Watches Lose Time.

The reason for variations in the time keeping qualities of a we'll reg ulated watch have been the subject of investigation by scientists recently. The popular theories that animal mag netism and bodily temperature are causes are denied by investigators. Rather. different rhythms of move ment as we'll as the angle at which a watch hangs are given as real causes for irregularities.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

ONE of the problems which the people of this territory will have to face when the saloon eventually is abolished is to provide some whole sale method of recreation for the men who produce the riches of this new country It is not sufficient to abol- ish the saloon, which at present is the general meeting place and "club room" where men are made welcome to enjoy the comforts provided. Some thing must be found to take its place where miner or prospector con- ing in from the hills and creeks, may find warmth, reading matter, a place to smoke and enjoy the creature con-
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
KING CHARLES SAYS
 ENEMIES CAN'T WIN

BERLIN, Jan. 12.-Budapest dis patches quote Emperor Charles $ saying toSCount Julius Andrassy, during the reception yesterday:
 "Our enemies are finally commenC- ing to understand that they cannot conquer us. I have therefore reason to hope that the loyal offers of the central powers have brought us near CT peace"
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
MAKING REPAIRS TO
 STEAMSHIP ADMIRAL WATSON

Captain Hickman. of the steamer Admiral Watson, which struck on a reef near Irish Cove, punching two holes in her bottom, is having the in juries to the vessel plugged up with cement, at Cordova. While he is get ting the ship in readiness to go with her to Seattle, he is awaiting instruc- tions from the home office before pro ceeding on the trip.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
MAY BUILD
 GREAT ANCHORAGE HOTEL

Travellers from Anchorage say that the railroad commission will soon start the construction of four hun dred room, steam heated building for the housing of the employees. It is said that each room will cost $7.50 a month. Meals will also be supplied it is said. at 25 each.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
THE REVIEW ON THE ELECTION.

The American Review of Reviews, in commenting impartially on the out come of the presidential election, makes the stwo interesting observa- tions that the outcome of the contest was really victory for the republi- cans and that both the republicans and democrats Tn 1920 will have "pro- sressives" as their candidates. Inci- dentally, too, it points out that dur ing his second term by reason of re- publican gains in the house. Presi. dent Wilson is more likely to be 9 president" that European prime minister"
 "In the presidential contest" says the Review, "the country was so evenly divided that no clear verdict was given to either side. But the election, considered in all it's phases and aspects, was not victory of the democratic party, but on the contrary cne for the republicans, and it was especially emphatic wherever ca,e' dates were entirely satisfactory to the progressives.
 It is needless at this point to moral ize upon the things that happened in June in Chicago, when the progress sive and republican parties met S. simultaneously. The machinery "f the republican party in 1912, and again in 1916, was controlled by men who represented minority of the effective vote upon which it is necessary to rely for victory at the polls. If there are those who would still dispute the claim that MT. Roosevelt was man. !pulated' out of nomination in 1912. it is hard to believe that there is any impartial historian of politics who will deny that he was 'negotiated' out of one in 1916. But this is mere observation and is not offered in the spirit of challenge or argument"
 The writer then goes on to con- gratulate the country on the spirit in which the result of the election, turn ing as it did no less than one half of one per cent of the votes, was ac- cepted, saying that our election methods can be improved in several respects, but they are more accur ne and more honest than they have ever been before" He continues:
 MT. Wilson is facing many diff cult problems, with the country's earnest wish for his guidance and full measure of success. He will find in his second term, that he will not te able to rule the United States as heretofore, through his power of un- questioned leadership, with submis- *ive party majorities in the two houses He will have to modify his methods and henceforth be les; a European prime minister and more an American president.
 "The politicians in both great pal ties are already looking about for their candidates in 1920. The repub- licans will have to take progress sive'; and so, or course, will the dem ocrats. The experience of Hughes TOW renders it improbable that the democrats will nominate Justice Brandeis. Secretary Lane was born in Canada. MT. Bryan will perchance seek the democratic nomination on a platform advocating nationwide pro- kibition and woman suffrage"
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

forts. Here is an opportunity for some person or association of persons to do pioneer work in service of use fulness and uplift for the benefit of the miners and workmen which will rebound to the credit of the commu- nity itself.-Cordova Times.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
Soldiers to Be Paid.

FL PASO, Jan. 12.-The shipment of gold and silver said to be valued at a quarter of million dollars from Laredo will be used in paying the de facto troops in the northern zone. it sulate here today. The shipment has not yet reached Fl Paso.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
$5O,OOO,OOO

That's the value of Alaskas min eral production for 1916. There is no more profitable business than mining. A glance at our mining investments will convince you that they are mon ey-makers. Alaska Inv. Go. #
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 1917
LOSS AND GAIN.

Who seeketh self that self shall find, But all else lose; who goes in search Of Love and thrust all self behind And seeks the gentle and the kind, On a firm rock has built his church And lives with the Diviner Mind.
 Joseph Dana Miller.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
For Sale.

"A it. launch, fit. beam, 1 8 fit. cab in. Equipped with h. p. heavy duty Gray engine, low tension magneto, 12 fit. dory, searchlight and othc" necessary gear. Ready to run, bar gain at $20O.0O.
 2t ALASKA INV. co.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
Burke Cochran Comes West.

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12.-W. Burke Cochran, a New York attor- ney, arrived here today to undertake the defense of Thomas J. Mooney. whose trial as one of five alleged boIih plotters charged with the murder 6f ten victims in a preparedness day bomb explosion last July is set for next Wednesday.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
The Uruent Need.

She (fattering with eyes and voice)- Arthur. dear, I find that we still need a few things to make our little house. hold more serviceable. He-What one thing, perhaps? She-Well. for in- stance. we need a new hat for me- Harper's.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
@$$ Rush $$$

We offer for short time only 10000 shares of Sweepstake. A rapid rise at an early date is predicted for this stock. Make your money work for you. Alaska Inv. Co. 2t
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

Valdez has a good place provided for the miner and prospector, or citi- zen to spend an evening. Everyman's clubhouse has plenty of books ard magazines. good stove, a place t' smoke, and everything is done to make it's patrons happy. It is kept up by the ladies of the Episcopal church.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

LOST-Was saved out of the Elm press theatre on the morning of t1'; fire: A theatre ledger, camera, and can containing asbestos cable, thumb screws and extra parts for picture machine. Please notify A. H. Pinkus
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
Latino Her Voice Out.

Patience-You say she is a singer? Patrice-Oh, yes.
 "A professional singer?
 "Yes. She lets her voice out For Statesman.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12
hslpsd One Way.

"How did your garden turn outY',
 "It helped. The work I did in 1t gave me a great appetite for the vegetables I had to buy."-Washingto Star.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

Try the Cottage Dining Room Tor good home-cooked meals. Mrs. M. Fucker. Phone 13l. q
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

LOST-The Empress lost a day book, film record. camera and pack age of goods. Please return to Fry Bruhn's.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

Banquet SteeI hanges. plain and polished tops, at Mead's. tf
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

We have all outside rooms, well lighted, and we'll ventilated at the St. Elias. .t
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

The Home of the Pat-a-Cake. At Go. If
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

Anything in nugget and ivory jew elry at valdeE Drug Co.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

All kinds of cocktails. At the Candy Kitchen. n
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

Pictures and Panoramic Views make fine presents. Valdez Drug Co. If
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

For good home-cooked meals try Mrs. M. Olson. on Hobart street.
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

Two Hundred of the latest colum- bis Photograph Records just receiv- cd on the Alameda. Owl Drug Co. If
Valdez daily prospector., 1917-01-12

Miner Ads. bring RESULTS.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
A DISPUTE OVER AN AUTO

AS the result of the disputed own
ership of an automobile which be-
longed to the late Dallas Jeffcoat, Mr..
w. A. Jeffcoat, administrator of his
estate, was this forenoon tried before
Judge Smith on charge Of larnecy,
and discharged.
Mr. j. NJ Meffert has for some
time had the car in his possession,
though claimed by Mr.. Jeffcoat as
part of the estate of his deceased
brother. Saturday Mr.. Jeffcoat saw
the ear on the street and drove it
away. This led to his arrest and trial
today.
The legal ownership of the car will
probably be threshed out in the
courts, though no further action has
yet been taken. Sheriff Galloway
turned the car over to Mr.. Jeffcoat
upon his discharge from the court
this forenoon.
Mr.. Louis w. Duval represented
the prosecution, while the defense
was represented by Messrs. H.. M.
Hampton and William M. Gober.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
WEEK OF PRAYER
AND SELF-DENIAL

The Woman's Missionary Society of
the Methodist church held a short
business meeting this afternoon with
the president, Mrs. McConathy, pre-
siding. At the close of the business,
Mrs C. G. Barnett, leader for the
first day of the week of prayer took
charge: Her subject was, "Unselfish
Prayer"
Prayer by leader.
Scripture, John 17:1-26.
Hymn, The Church's One Founda-
ton.
Philosophy of Medical Missions"
by Mrs. Fred Cook.
Prayer, for our missionary work
ers.
Health Evangelism Through the
Wesley House," by Mrs. Hood.
Solo, by Mrs. ]. P. Galloway.
"Why We Should Give to Missions
in Time of War;" by Mrs. R. L.
Bridges.
Tuesday Afternoon
The following is the program for
tomorrow afternoon, from 8 to 4
o'clock:
Subject: The Needs.
Leader, Mrs. J. NJ Gross.
Hymn, The Great Physician.
Scripture, "The Compassionate
Christ" Matt. 1886, Mrs. Bouvier.
Prayer by Mrs. Walter Hood.
physical Suffering of Women and
Children in China" by Mrs. T. M.
Moore.
Duet by Mrs T. E. Bridges and
Mrs. George Martin.
"SociaI Conditions of Gulf Coast, )"
| by Mrs. c. n. Kirkland.
Prayer, that we may realize our
obligation, by Mrs R. L. Bridges.
Solo, "Sweeter Further On" by
Mrs. Ira Barnett.
Collection of free will offering.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
VALLEY
RAILROAD WILL
DISCONTINUE SERVICE

Mr.. S. p Hollinrake, general man
ager for the Ocklawaha Valley rail-
road company, authorizes the Star
today to say that the road would
close down business and cease opera
tions in every way on the night of the
Both of this month.
As is known here, the road is own
ed by New York corporation. It has
been steadily losing money for some
tirle, Or almost ever since the big mill
at Fort Mccoy closed down, and the
stockholders decided to cease opera
tions.
This will be bad news to the people
living along the line. of the road,
from Silver Springs to Palatka. 1t is
to be hoped that some other interests
may buy the road, keep the physical
property intact and soon open it up
again.
As to the future movements of the
local officials of the road, Mr. Holm
rake will go to the New York office
of the company, where he has a posi-
ton, which will be very substantial
1OI MIN over Tile one lie
has filled here. He will, however,
have to be in Ocala for some time
winding up the affairs of the COM
pany, and it may be that he will be
here. all winter. At any rate, his
family will spend the winter here
and his oldest son, Westlake, will
finish his studies at the University of
Florida at Gainesville.
Mr.. J. V. Tarver, the auditor of the
road, one of the best accountants in
this section of the state, has at the
present time no definite plans for the
future. The Star hopes he will soon
be able to get position in his line.
| Mr.. J. D. Macdonald, the car ac-
countant, will go to Urbana, H., in
the spring, where he will manage his
grandmother's farm, valuable prop
erty in the rich Miami valley.
| The removal of these estimable
people from Ocala will bring many
regrets here, but their friends will be
glad to know that their material af-
fairs will probably be bettered.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
Its always on the ioh.n

Its always on the job"
That's what the soldiers and sail
ors of Uncle Sam say about the War
Work of the Y NJ. C. A.
Athletics are organized, recreational
games are fostered, educational classes
are maintained, social times are ar
ranged with entertainers and moving
pictures, Bible classes are conducted
and strong program Of religious
work developed
Building los at Camp Greene, Char
lotte..N. c., was crowded the night DR..
G. r. Stair gave his famous sermon
on THE Potter's Clay" The invi-
tation had been given and men were
signing the War Roll and were being
presented with the customary soldiers
Pocket Testament. One young man
approached by Physical Director Ar
thur E. Bagley upon the question Of
making a decision, responded affrma-
lively at once When the Test lament
was handed to him he said: Il am do
ing something for you that refused to
do for my mother. When | left home
in Idaho month ago, she asked me to
take a pocket Testament with me, but
| thought it was no part of a soldiers
kit. This old Y NJ. G. A. has surely
made me change my mind. I'm going
tC. sit down and write 10 her not to
worry any more"
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
FOUR BIG ATTRACTIONS
Lyceum Course Opens November %
at the Temple Theater


at the Temple Theater
The Alkahest lyceum course, one of
the important features of the amuse-
ment season in Ocala, will open at the
Temple theater November 23rd, with
an entertainment by the Florentine
Musicians, an all-star company, YER
satile in high degree, with a. popular
program of accordian numbers, violin
selections, solos, readings, songs; all
presented in costume In an inimitable
way In our enthusiasm for this COM
pany we are prone to superlatives,
but when you hear them you will un-
derstand the reason for our enthus-
iasm.
There will be four lyceum attrac-
tions during the winter, with Is peo-
pie appearing on the various pro-
grams Among the attractions en-
gagged for OcaIa are the Florentine
Musicians, the Dayenny Festival
Quintette, Hettie Jane Demaway Co.,
and the Berkely Sextette. The season
| tickets will be on sale next Thursday,
Nov. 9Th, at the Court Pharmacy and
the Temple theater, and viii continue
for two weeks, closing Thursday
night, Nov. p. This is a much strong
er course than last season, yet the
price of the season ticket viii be the
same, 81 for adults and 81 for school
children. Single admission tickets will
be 80c to each of these numbers, so
it viii be much cheaper to buy season
tickets.
All seats reserved except the ball
cony. Mail orders for out of town
patrons will be filed promptly by ad-
dressing E. L. Bridges, 316 Fort King
avenue, Ocala. silt
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
HAVE TRAINED NURSES
AT CAMP WHEELER

Macon, Ga, Nov. 5.-Four soldiers
at Camp Wheeler died within few
hours of each other from pneumonia
yesterday. The victims are James r..
Palmer of Palmour, Ga; Louis NJ.
Anderson, Stockton, Ca; Ernest r.
Ryland, Aragon, Ca, and Eli Binks,
of Silver City, Tenn.
Military authorities estimated there
were more than sixty cases of pneu-
monia among the soldiers. Sixteen
nurses, trained in handling pneumon-
la cases, arrived at Camp Wheeler
last night
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
TEUTONS ACROSS
THE TAGL|AMENTO
Pressing Forward ON Center of Ital-
ian Line, They Break Thru and
Take 5000 Prisoners
ASSOCIATED Press)

The Austro-Ge forces have
crossed the middle of the Tagliamen-
to in northeastern Italy and are adj
yancing west. Berlin claims the cap
ture of 5000 prisoners in the opera
tions. This line forms good natural
defense but it is pointed out that
possibly the Italians didn't have time
to organize it. Probably not enough
Teutops g6t~across to force General
Cadorna to abandon the Tagliamento
line, but the Austro-G Germans un-
. doubtedly made a move in this open
ing to debouch against the Italian
positions north and south of point
where they gained footing on the
west bank of the stream. That this is
already under way is shown in a
Rome statement of increasing pres
sure on the Italian left wing. Should
General Cadorna abandon this line
the next natuLal-stand for defense
RsainsVv venice will be the Liversa,
ten to fifteen miles farther west. It
is admitted the grave situation is be-
ing discussed at the Allies council at
Rome.
Great Britain and France truly are
rushing to the aid of Italy in her
critical hour. Not alone have men
and guns been sent to the battlefront
along the Tagliamento river, where
the Italians are holding the Teutonic
allied invaders at bay. but the war
brains ofNGreat Britain and France
comprising the elements which have
been so successful in operating
against the foe in France and Bel
gium-are ony their way to Italy to
consult with the Italian leaders and
evolve plans to change the order OF
things as they now stand.
Petrograd reports successful oper-
ations in the Black Sea region against
the Turks.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
THEY PROBABLY PAID FOR
THEMSELVES

Washington, Nov. advancing
under the protection of heavy bar
rage fire, German raiding parry be-
fore daylight on November stormed
a trench held by American infantry,
killing three, wounding five and cap
turing twelve, according to dispatches
from General Pershing received by
the war department tonight.
American infantry were in occupa-
ton of small salient for instructions
when cut off from the main body by
heavy bombardment of German artil-
,lery. General Pershing reports the
capture of one prisoner. Enemy losses
are not known.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
RAILROADS MUST
HAVE HIGHER RATES
transportation Lines at the Present
Tariffs Can't Stand Up Under
War Time Traffic
ASSOCIATED Press }

Washington, Nov. 5.-Counsel for
thirty weight eastern railroads told the
the Interstate Commerce Commission
when the Is per cent rate case re-
opened today, stated that the trans
portation facilities and financial sta
bility of the roads were menaced by
the prevailing rates. Counsel stated
that better provision must be made
by the government if the war time
traffic is to be handled properly.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
A LETTER FROM
A BOY IN THE NAVY
u. S. S. Kentucky.

Somewhere, Oct, %, 1917.
Editor Star: Haven't the time to
write a letter now. Couldn't if | had
as the Kentucky is doing the "ocean
rolf and / of course am going at
least four ways at the same time /
therefore consider myself fortunate
at being able to scribble.
Like the navy better each day.
Would like it still better if we were
now engaged with crazy Bills high
seas fleet. Well get 'em yet, how
ever, and / wouldn't miss it for what
there is left of Germany this time
next year. Remember me very kind
ly to my many Oeala friends.
Very truly yours,
JAS. d. Metcaf.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1917-11-05
ALLIES MAY STRIKE AT
TRIESTE

Italian Headquarters in Northern
Italy, Saturday, Nov. 3-A naval bull
letin last night referred to intense
activity in the Gulf of Trieste. In, this
connection it may be pointed out that
while attention is chiefly fixed on the
two land fronts, in Venetia and the
Trentino, yet the authorities are not
overlooking the fact that the navy
has sea front on the Adriatic which
many experts believe is the key to
the whole situation in the Austro-
Italian war theater.