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Hurry eess Nowhere.

The man or woman who works In
hurry. always at high tension. with no
knowledge Of the value Of relaxation,
produces results Ear inferior to the
quiet. composed worker. who knows
how 20 conserve his strength. He can
do more. do It better and at less cost
OF strength and energy than his hur-
ried associate.
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one for Mamma.

I sent my small daughter into the
front room TO do some busting. Not
hearing her around, stepped quietly
into the room and found her sitting
idly by the window with her work
unfinished. I said to her: Don't
you know Satan finds work for Idle
hands to dol" She quickly replied:
..He must be something like you
Exchange.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
The Word MAGNET"

The word magnet" is derived from
the name Of the city Of Magnesia, in
Asia Minor. where the properties OF
the lodestone are said to have been
discovered It has, however, been as
serted that the name comes from
Nagnes. the name OF a shepherd who
discovered magnetic power by being
held on Mount Ida. in Greece, by its
attraction for the nails In his shoes.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
Brood th, Mllk ssnake !,

ne mix snake. Instead Of stealing
the farmers milk. makes constant war
tpan rats who annually cost the COM
ny millions Of dollars m the destruc-
fion Of cereals. They IKE to i've I'M
der barns and porches, and can follow
through rat hole where a ferret
couidn'f 90 and eat the young rata.
They eat meadow nice ana Geld mice
also.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
Wa.hlro Enamel.

All dirty marks on white enamel
should be rubbed with piece Of fam
mel moistened with Smethyiated spirit.
Then wash the enamel with warm
soapy water, dry and rub with q fan
mel sprfnkied with whiting. Polishing
with dry buster completes the proc
ess. White enamel furniture treated
IN this way from time to time retains
It's brightness for long period
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wor.d owe. Much 70 Jenner.

May II Is the anniversary Of the
birth. In 1749. Of Edward Jenner. the
doctor who rid the world of the
scourge of smallpox by vaccination.
The first public vaccination occurred
IN 1796. Jenner ,recelved large money
grants from various cities ~ reward
for his great discovery.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Mems ana women's clothing Is often
discarded before II Is worn out be-
cause Of the Objectionable ashirfe"
which appears on material after q
short time. This condition can be
remedied by spongins the shiny places
on the garment with pure vinegar
boiling hot. Rub the vinegar into the
material plentifuliy and vigorously.
Then press with pressing iron a.
usual. This process should be repeat
ed whenever the saline reappears.-
Thrift Magazine.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Donald was usually mischievous and
needed speaking to frequently. So his
mother always cautioned him before
company arrived 70 be on his good be
havior. One evening one Of the guests.
observing the small boy was quiet,
asked him II he was always 50 good.
'oh. no."replied Donald. frankly but
tn catch Il II / don't behave while
company's here"
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
Abos.oinsl superstition.

The Australian blacks weave the
bushy tails Of their -dIngo" dogs into
their boards TO make them longer. In
dams Of the Puget Sound region make
blankets Of dogs hair. Natives Of
Borneo believe that black dogs are the
chosen famiiiars OF sorcerers. and he
who laughs when a dog crosses the
path win be turned 10 stone.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
asafe.x FIrts

Two recent cases Of fainting In the
bath recall the advice that the late
Sir William Kingston. n. D.. Of Mon
treal was won't TO give his patients.
Fiji the bath" he used to say, 'pui
out the plug and then get In. II you
faint In the bath the water win run
out before you drown"
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

A church at BRINE. not far from
Elgin, Scotland. Is believed to be the
oldest house of public worship SIN in
use In that land. Tradition says that
n was built In 1l50. and II still pos
sesses an ancient Celtic bell Of ham
mered brass.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
Aptltud. for oetaII.

-fou know Johnson-great fellow
for detail" he Is that He's the
sort of chap who would 90 and get
married and be able afterward to tell
you whether Il was Mendelssohn.
Lohengrin. or Tannhauser they played
during the ceremony"
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=, chln... o,rd.nn

Chinese gardeners sometimes plant
statuettes of tiny men firmly In pots,
just Ike real plants, and then train
live evergreen to grow up over these
statuettes. The vines thus form
kind of robe for the statuette men.
their white faces and hands protrud-
ing from the green leaves.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
.IntIand,s Wealth In Peat

The utilization Of the largest
areas In the north part Of Juriana I
receiving much attention. The Ga
said TO be as much as 2s.OO -
which might be completely draina
gravitation, and the total eon's-
would be equivalent to 2S,OoOV"u
OF coal
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
Eood Vain. Of MIA

Pound for poend. walnnts or butter
nuts equal In food value a juicy steak.
contain more protein Tissue building)
food than white bread and but one
third less than eggs. In these days
of food scarcity and high prices 1t Is
likely that the vast crop Of native
American nuts VIII receive the rec
ognltion that they deserye.-Popular
Science Monthly.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Tired Of the hackneyed phrase. a
gripping" story. originated by some
weary critic and eagerly snatehed up
by book advertisers, II has remained
for Boston dramatic critic to dis
cover a new term. He has found a
play that Is '-riveting'' In It's intensity
Of interest.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
Worry IL Greatest Evil

II Is not work that kills man. :
worry. Work Is healthfuii you
hardly put more upon a LIAM tna'
can bear. Worry IS rust upon
blade. It is not the revolution !,
destroys the machinery but VIC :
tion.-Beecher.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
s.,.ur. Away. Ia. In PrIes.

A London magistrate declares there
Is no such thing as a man having q
right TO take his own life. This dictmn
10 no doubt morally sound, but all the
same isn't there something queer about
the law which Furnishes. man who
tries to commit suicide and fails7-.
Vancouver Sun. -
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ouestIon Refore th. Hous..

81 wonder said the disseminated
bachelor. ~what one % going TO do
when one buys wooden wear guaran-
teed not to shrink. and patfonizes a
laundry that guarantees not 90 shrink
the unshrinkables. and then finds that
the unshrinkable laundry shrinks the
unshrinkable garmenfsi- - London
Sketch
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
RIah,. q other, s.er. . !.

Our own rights we may often be at
liberty to waive. The rights Of others
are another matter. As Tar as they are
In our keeping. we are bound to pro-
tect. We may not be generous with
other peoples property.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
aHaII columblas

The music Of Hail Columbia" was
originally written as march-'The
Presidents March"-and is said 20
have been first played In Washington's
presence In the old John Street thea
ter. New York, at the time OF his In
auguration-
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
chIe,oo,s wild Onions.

Attempts have been made to prove
that the name Chicago" is from an
Indian word. meaning mighty, or that
It has some poetic or high moral sig
nifcanee, but the general opinion IL
that n is form Of the Indian name
for Wild onion. which grows abund-
antly in that locality.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Doctor-sAs for your trouble. with
your husband. madam may tell yOu
1t is scientific fact that meat causes
bad temper Mrs. Bloggs-%0h. yes,
I've noticed that It always does when
ft-is burnedi"
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

ne principal speaker at q pollficsl
meeting Gas . budding orator who
loved the lIehf a publicity. GrasplnE
TIE speSker b TIE arm On the conclu-
sion Of Ms long address. the chair
man sid: s1onr speech was ljke =
ciass q good ci1zmpnene h<re fhe
chairneD smiled pleasantly. .lots e
froth snd ysrz dry r -
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Rather skeptIoaI.

aDese we're ayIatahs claim dey kin
do bout everything a bird Kin" OBJ
served shlnboHe; hut when yo' sees
one fas' asleep boldfn' onto a branch
uif HIS feet. An she wishes you'd caIl
me to hab a look - Boston Transcript
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
.N.,S york's Affections

Most Of New York's serious !,
denies occurred in the first nan =
last century. The city was sSep, !,
yellow fever in 1875, i79S. lSo 's !, !
and 1922, and by cholera In 49, :
1s4g and 1856.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

The toughest nut any man ever tried
TO crack - selfish heart. II takes 6
giant hammer. swung By superhuman
power to do that. But once the shell
g broken. the sweetest meat ever last
ed drops ont.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
PIumhaoo hlInea hi ceYIon.

/ ceyIon,s most important mineral
product. plumbaeo, Is known all over
the world for fits iuster. lubricating.
polishing and binding qualities. In ap-
pearanee # Is strong black crystal
line There are now about 1000 plum
bago mines in Ceyion.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

The toughest nut any man ever tried
10 crack Is a selfish heart. 1t takes a
giant hammer, swung By superhuman
power TO do that. But once the shell
Is broken. the sweetest meat ever
tasted drops out.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Young Woman Ito librarianI I'm
sorry 70 trouble you, but I've forgot
ten the name OF the book want. II
yoa'n Just mention what books you
have IN stop you, when you come to
h-Boston Transcript.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
a Easx on Criticism.

When you begin to criticize
ron must not forget that he :
Ing. BY tomorrow he may Ia =.
outErcwn the quality which "
IKE.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

These wonderful business women we
hear 80 much about may be all right,
but I'd Ike & see one Of 'em tackle n,
job of gettin' gp In IN mornin' an get
nm breakfast fer ten before daylight.
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Why He pr.ferred cirls.

Willard Is fond Of playing with sen
eral little girls In the nelghborhood
and, on being questioned regarding
preference for girls. remarked: wen,
the girls never fight like the boys do,
they only argue
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Tommy--Fafher. isn't the world
older than Il nsed TO Der Father
certainly n Is. my ssni- Tommy
Then what do people mean By tax.
ing about 'eidfimesg ?
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

saint-saens commenced to play the
piano almost as soon Is he learned
20 walk. BE could ten as I child The
notes struck b. an the clock chimes b
ths house.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
wreekIno q Genius

Many q man with a great ioss
to be out OF a job and despeI.
fore he win push 1t. A cOnl~
salary has wrecked much senio
Louis GIObe-Democrat.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
s.. other., Point q uI.u,.

Half the troubles and mIseries In
this life would be smoothed away. II
we would put ourselves in other peo-
ple's places, and try to see things
from their point Of view. 1t Is the
great blank wall Of self that hinders
Us
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
Hearty Laugh.

he who has q hearty lAus
company. \ laugh which leaves -.
remembrance afterward, has Gun
no email boon.-Lyman AoOO'-
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Ne man Is without some quality. b.
the due application OF which he might
deserve wen Of the world. -samnel
johnson.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

Spanish paper money hears por.
traits Of great literary men. painters
musicians. generals and other notA-
eleA
The broad ax., 1919-06-14

me study Of sIoSrap y =.
ne study Of biography VIZ n
q afTectation and conee'-
Pryts.
The broad ax., 1919-06-14
on.ImIstIe Ihought

there are . thousand ways
supernuous wealth
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15

Such a breakfast, No wonder Dr.
Hadloy Hyslop groaned inwardly as
he sat back in his chair and looked
IL over Burnt toast. hard boiled
egg, watery tea. instead of the coffee
he had been longing for. sloppy
looking jelly. and a soiled table
cloth-such a disgusting breakfast!
After two attempts TO start eating he
got up, left the breakfast room and
slammed the door BY the time he
reached his office he was in no bet
ter temper. Foolish inexperienced
girls who pawned themselves off as
hOusekeepers were the reason for it
all. he decided. There were no
motnerly old souls left. he had come
to that conclusion long before.
On his desk he found awaiting
him the applications for the assist
ant superintendency of the City hos
pitaL AS chairman of the board Dr.
Hyslop was to make the selection
The first application ne opened look
ed promising Cold medalist, Ell ?"
he unused. I'm the hospital now on
a special case. How old is she2 Bah,
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15
TORTURING
RHEUMATISM

fluids are dried up and destroy
ed Then Rheumatism becomes
chronic and serious.
1t is then that this poison in
the blood has Slapped the
strength. The weakened blood
has allowed poison and impuri-
ties to accumulate, leaving the
sufferer with all energy gone.
Scientists have discovered
that the forest and field are
abundantly supplied with vege-
tatiOn of various kinds. that fur
niSh the ingredients for making
"a remedy for practically every
i'll and ailment of mankind. Med
icineS made from roots, herbs
and barkS which Nature has
placed at the disposal of man,
are better than strong mineral
mixtures and connections. Min
eral medicines work danger
ouSly on the delicate parts of
the system, especially the StOm-
ach and bowels, by eating out
the lining membrane, producing
chronic dyspepsia and often en-
tirely running the health.
S. S. S. is guaranteed to he a
purely vegetable remedy. 1t is
made entirely of gentle-acting,
healing, purifying roots. herbs
and barkS, possessing properties
that build UP all parts of the
Sytem, in addition to removing
all impurities and pOiSonS from
the blood. S. s. s. is a safe
treatment for Rheumatism. Ca
tarrh, Scrofula. Sores and VI
GERS, Skin Diseases. and all dis
orders Of the blood. 1t cleanSeS
the entire system and it's per-
nanent. S. s. S. is q standard
remedy recognized everywhere
rs the greatest blood antidOte
ever discovered. If YOURS is a
peculiar case, We invite YOU to
write our Medical Department
for full information and advice
about the treatment for which
there is no charge. Address
Swift Specific Company, t53
Swift Laboratory. Atlanta. Ga
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15
No Respector of Person.

If you will get it fixed in your
mind that Rheumatism is a blood
disease and cannot be cured by
local treatment, YOU will then by
proper treatment begin to get the
permanent relief you have been
seeking for so many years.
In this article we want to eX-
plain to YOU the cause OF this
most painful of all diseases, also
offer suggestions. founded on
reason and long years of expe-
rience, which will enable you to
secure the right treatment if you
are afflicted with any of the va
riouS forms of Rheumatism.
Rheumatism is a specific blood
fermentation, a Souring of the
circulation from an excess of
uric acid accommodating in the
blood stream. This uratic i'm
purity comes usually as a re-
suit of constipation, weak kid
neys. Indigestion and stomach
disturbances. These systemic
irregularities may not be of
marked severity or of long du-
ration, but each has a direct eff
feet on the eliminatiye members
Of the body. which prevents the
proper removal of the waste
products. This refuse remains
in the stomach and bowels, and
sOuring forms uric acid, which
the blood quickly abSorbS.
Rheumatism is usually mani
tested in the joints and muscles
II is here It's sharpeSt twingeS
OF pain are felt. and Stiffening of
ligaments and tendOES first COM
mence. The pain of Rheuma-
ism IS caused by the contact OF
the SenSory nerves with the
gritty. acrid formation which
uric acid causes 10 accumulate
in the corpuscleS of the blood
about the joints. The Stifening
OF muscles and joints is usually
gradual. Constantly the blood
deposits the uric acid into the
Joints. and SLOWLY the natural
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15

enough to tell her how he appre-
ciated her presence before he went
off to sleep, but his eyes refused to
remain open.
When next DR.. Hyslop awoke his
brain was quite clear. All the fever
had gone. There would be no more
delusions his professional brain told
him at once When soft step
sounded beside him he did not like
TO look UP for he knew the gray
haired nurse would be there instead
OF the one OF his deliriOus dreams
The aroma OF hot coffee and fresh
rolls was too much for him. He
had 10 look up before he put the
cup 10 his lips and then he really
let il fall. The young nurse was
still there. The old nurse had been
the delusion.
7 like young nurses" he said
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15

suddenly. No wonder Alice's hand
shook as she handed over the plate
OF rolls.
Who made these" he demanded
when he realized the last one had
been devoured.
7 did" she answered, humbly.
Were they nice?"
Wonderful" he mumbled- And
YOU just a child. too. Well l never
How long have you been a nurse.
Now you have talked enough
You will raise your temperature.
Put your head back on the pillow
There that's right" Alice was the
nurse again. and gave her orders as
IL. talking 10 a child The wonder
OF IL was. he Obeyed.
The day OF her departure arrived
IF there Is anything / can do for
you. don't FORGET TO call on me- Dr.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15
GERMANS LEARN
FROM BRITISH
Naval Officer Shows How 10
Handle UndiSCipIined
Sailors.

LONDON. - (Correspondence)-
One British naval officer showed a
German naval captain how 10 handle
his disciplined sailors during the sur
render OF the German warships %
the allied fleet off the Firth OF
Forth
1t is related that when the Brit
ish officer boarded a German battle
ship 10 make the oniciaI eEamina
ton he found numbers OF German
sailors lolling about IN the captains
lobby and some OF them making
themselves very much at home In
the captains cabin. Many were
wearing armlets inscribed "SOldaten
uud Arbeiter." indicating their al
lesiance 70 the Soldiers and Work
ers' Councils which brought about
the revolution.
You will need no explanation.
sir. for my presence here" said the
German captain approaching the
Englishman. You see how things
are"
You will please converse with
me in your own language" replied
the British officer. returning the
salute. You VIII also order these
men out OF these quarters before
we do anything else -
What would be the good TO
command them ?" asked the Ger
man.
Very we'll" snapped the Britsher
as he swung around. Look here.
you men," ne thBndered in German.
If / have any more of this insub-
ordination, I'll put all OF you in
irons. Attention."
Every man sprang TO his feet.
Cigars and cigarettes disappeared
and the talking ceased.
Fall in there" ordered the Brit
isher. And y0u-he indicated a
petty omcer-''you take these men
away. And clear the lobby, too.
See that they behave themselves. or
I'll know the reason why. Thatll
do Carry on"
The petty officer stiffened. salut-
cd and raped out a word Of CON-
mand IN a moment the cabin was
cleared.
Now" said the English com
mander. I'll give you your orders"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15

Hyslop said. as he hung onto her
hand, reluctant TO have her go.
There is something now" Alice
smiled her sweetest. will you
please look fairly upon my applica-
ton for the assistant superinten-
dency OF the hospital. I am only
p but"
What difference does that
maker he interrupted. III see
that you are appointed.
Miss Wanstead was not surprised.
She had known men 10 change their
minds before.
shes fine" she told Dr. Hyslop.
the first time he came 70 the hos
pital after Alice had been installed
in her new position. But I am
afraid, as You said she will get mar
ried and leave US any time"
so she Will" the doctor agreed,
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15
$3.50 PLUSH.

one rack of Women's Velour
Plush Coats, In fancy cOlOrs,
some trimmed with fur col
lars and cuffs. Special 80.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15

in his grun tone. why shouldn't
does"
But there was nobody more 20
blame than DR.. Hyslop when she
did. Hot coffee. fresh rolls wavy
golden hair and a bright disposi-
ton are a mighty pleasant substi-
tute for a "motherly old soul" He
looked so young and handsome
when he told all this 10 Alice, she
just couldn't say no"
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1919-01-15
10000 GERMAN HELMETS.
PRIZES N LOAN DRIVE
By United Press

By United Press
WASHINGTON. Jan. Ia
Honest-to-good German hell
mets-S0,0 OF them-wiu Doe
used as trophies and prizes boa the
Fifth Liberty loan campaign
Frank r. Wilson. director OF
publicity for the war loan or
gauization. announced today thar
Gen. Pershing had started the
helmets toward America. Ther
viii be divided among the -
federal reserve districts.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1919-10-04
BRAZIL MINISTER TO
ADDRESS BAPTTSTS
HERE SUNDAY
Rev. D. L. Hamilton, Former
Professor of Local Pastor,
Will Arrive Today

The local Baptist congregation will
be treated to sermon at both serv-
ices Sunday morning and evening. by
the Rev. d. L. Hamilton of Pernam-
buco, Brazil, who will arrive here to-
day to be the guest of Rev. Mr.. Pc
voto, the beloved local Baptist min
lister. Mr.. Hamilton will remain in
Opelousas until Monday.
Preacher Hamilton has been mis-
sionary in South America for the
past ten years, during part of which
time he has been at the head of large
seminary. While a stranger in Cpe-
lousas, he will find a novel welcome
awaiting bis arrival, for Mr.. Hamilton
was president of the Liberty Normal
and Business College, Liberty Hill,
Texas, when Mr.. Pevoto was a young
man attending school.
Services at the Baptist Church will
be held Sunday morning at 8 and
10 o'clock. All members and friends
of the congregation are cordially in
vited to attend and hear an able SER
mon by one of the leading Baptist
missionaries yet to visit Opelousas.
Mr.. Hamilton is native of South
west Louisiana, having been born and
raised in Oakdale. He will be in this
country until the latter part of the
month, when he is scheduled to sail
from New York for South America
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1919-10-04
EXHIBIT MAKES
TRACTOR SALE
Local Representative Rurnley
Company Successful In a
Competitive Test

The success of a demonstration
caused the sale of Rumley Oil-Pull
1880 Tractor by Leon Chachere to
John Hidalgo, prominent opelousas
farmer, on Monday afternoon.
Mr.. Hidalgo, who has the contract
for the upkeep of many miles of pub
lie highway, invited Mr.. Chaehere
and Mr.. Fremeaux Of Crowley, who
represents the Hart-Parr Tractor
1880 to demonstrate their machines
on the Joe Boagni road Monday af-
ternoon. He announced before the
demonstration that the machine hav-
ing the most pulling power would be
the one he would choose.
Mr.. Chachere's tractor. had no diff
ficulty in pulling an eight-foot gra-
der in unplowed land, while the other
machine was not so successful. Be-
fore leaving the spot Mr.. Chachere
had Mr.. Hidalgo's order for Rum
ley tractor and Mr.. Chachere feels
justly proud in the performance of
his machine.
The star-progress. (Opelousas, La.) 1917-1921, 1919-10-04
BARILLEAUX rs
FIXING PLACE
Owner of Valuable Landry St.
Property Making Vast
improvements

J. G. Barilleaux, who recently pur-
chased from j. A. Perkins, the old
Planters National Bank Building on
Landry Street, is having his place
thoroughly renovated and remodel
ed.
An entirely new front to the build
ing is being erected the building
throughout will be thoroughly remod-
eIled. The upstairs will be artistical-
ly arranged for a fashionable tea
room and dance hall.
The well known young business
man, who halls from the progressive
and prosperous little city of Church
Point, contemplates making his place
the most up-to-date confectionery in
this section of the state. He is spend
ing several thousand dollars on his
property and shortly will have very
handsome place of business.
Mr.. Barilleaux does not know ex-
actly when he will be ready for busi-
ness, since confectionery fixtures,
fountains, etc, recently ordered have
not yet been received. It may be
two months before the confectionery
is ready, but he intends to open up
his dance hall within the next few
weeks.