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Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
COURAGE OF SAMURAI TESTED
Boy Of Twelve Forced to Show He
Was Not Afraid of Death by
His Own Hand.

Sato told us stOries-the young man
disembOwel the Russians and not have
to bite their threats in the hand-to-
hand fighting.
Then the story of the samurai boy
who must once in his life face death
make up his mind that he is to die.
coming home from school, to find his
great uncle and his mother all seri-
Gus, a naked sword on little wooden
rack, the house all in order.
To be told that he had disgraced the
family, he had dishonored his fathers
sword and killed a dog. He would be
given the privilege of committing hara-
kiri, for he was a samurai's son.
His great uncle gave him an object
lesson, showed him how it was done
and told him to proceed, wrapping the
blade in paper, that it might not cut
his hand, and telling him that he must
do sas he had seen his great uncle do,
in earnest
The boy begged for mercy. His kins-
man and his mother were immovable.
Was he afraid to die? If so, they
might help him, and the uncle put his
hand on his sword.
The boys tears stopped. He knew
his time had come and bowed. He
opened his dress, rubbed his abdomen
three times. He put out his hand and
grasped the sword. He knew no more
till a cry of ''Mate" (Stop) brought him
to his senses.
The reprieve at last. An instant
more and he would have been dead by
his own hand. He waited, daZed in
death sweat. His courage had been
tested. He had faced death.-Asia
Magazine.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
A Flying Chariot.

All Paris, think, myself
among the rest, assembled to see the
valiant brothers, Robert and Charles,
mount into the air yesterday, in COM
pany with certain Pilatre de Roster,
who conducted them in the newly-in-
vented flying chariot fastened to an
air-balloon. 1t was from the middle
Of the Tuilleries that they set out, a
place very favorable and WELDON
trived for. such public. purposes. But
all was so nicely managed, so cleverly
carried on, somehow, that the order
and decorum of US who remained on
firm ground struck me more than even
the very strange sight Of human crea-
lures floating in the wind; but I
have really been witness to ten times
as much hustle and confusion at a
crowded theater in London, than what
these peaceful Parisians make when
the whole city was gathered together.
Mrs. Piozi (17S4).
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
Cough May Originate in Stomach.

In the Bulletin de la SOciete Medi-
cal of Paris; DR.. G. G. Hagen de-
scribes a patient, man of fifty-three,
who for twenty-five years had had
vague dyspeptic disturbances for which
he had taken pounds of sodium
bicarbOnate and other drugs in the
course Of the years. During the last
six years he had been tOrmented with
a cough and splitting of thick mucus
from the stomach. Under treatment
of the dyspepsia by lavage of the
stomach and dieting, the cough dis
appeared. Hagen reiterates the ne
cessity for seeking latent stomach dis
ease with a puzzling cough, and also
the necessity with chronic gastritis to
restrict to two meals a day, with a
nine-hOur interval.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
ACCORDED PALM FOR BEAUTY
Miss Harriet Lane Acknowledged to
Have Been the Prettiest Lady of
the White House.

Historians are inclined to give tod
Miss Harriet Lane, niece of President
Buchanan, the palm for being the pref
tiest woman that ever ruled the White
House social life. She was a blond
with hair of a rare gold, deep-blue
eyes, and her mouth was said to be
one of the most beautiful ever owned
by a Washington belle. Her beauty
was so noticeable that at the dawn
of wOmanhood, when she accompanied
her uncle, then Americas representa-
tive in England, to Oxford, where he
was to receive the degree Of doctor
of civil laws that the student body
greeted her appearance with terrific
cheers, inspired entirely by the smile
Of her lovely lips as she turned her
f1OWerlike face toward them.
Not only was she beautiful in line
and curve, but in addition she was
a picture of perfect health, an ath-
lete of no mean order, as many
young gallant discovered after she
had challenged him to race and
beaten him so badly that spectators
of the race numerically chaffed
him. She played many games with
skill and vigor, and there was not
. woman in Washington that could
compete with her in any game call
ing for strength and great activity.
In spite of this she was not unwom-
anly, and excelled as a harpist, wrote
poetry, and, as the young people of
the capital reported, danced like
feather" @..-
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
SOUTH DARNEN

Miss Margaret Helsene spent Sunday
at the Agricultural school.
Raymond Smith and family called
at Art Armstrong; Sunday afternoon.
Those present at the skating party
at Chas. Sloneker's Monday evening
were Bert, William, John and Dorothy
Rotramel, Hugo Steiner and Ezra
Hohulin.
Among the Morris callers Saturday
were Fred Luthi, A. E! Hoag, Mr.. and
Mrs. Chas. Sloneker and Miss Margaret
Helsene and Mr. and Mrs. w. F.
Rotramel.
Michael and Eugene Fitzgerald spent
Sunday at Chas. Sloneker's.
The little son of ]. w. Nohl, who has
been quite sick with bronchial pnue-
monia is recovering.
Rueben Bennett called at Bert Ro-
tramel's Monday.
Miss Viola Nohl has started to school
at Dist. No. So
The January thaw has filled all the
sloughs in Darnen and the school chill
dren are enjoying the ice to the fullest
extent.
w. F. Rotramel called at Arthur
Armstrong; this week.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
Lovers in the Next World.

A marriage ceremony III unusual
circumstances is reported from Japan.
A young man and a young woman
committed shinju, or double suicide,
for love, by throwing themselves into
the sea. Both bodies were recovered
and cremated with Buddhist ceremO-
MES. The ashes were then brought to
the home of the girls father and he
performed a marriage ceremony with
the ashes of the two lovers.
According to the Buddhist faith, the
marriage tie contracted in this world
will carry over to the next. When
circumstances prevent marriage in
this world, many Japanese men and
women commit suicide in the hope of
a happy married life in the world to
come.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
kitten?" he asked.

kitten?" he asked.
eyes," said Miss Sarah family.
MAY Gomez? the man asked.
The last time Miss Sarah had heard
him speak he had said, eff you send
me away shall not come back again."
And here he was. Truly such ways
are marvels. How had it all come to
pass?
Why, there was heap O. courage In
Boy Dams heart, and heap O. faith.
And it was marvel day in the morn
ing.
The fire burned bright In Miss
Sarah's kitchen and in the fireplace,
and the man said the dinner was the
best-smelling one he'd ever waited for.
Boy Dan? There was going to be q
baseball and fishing rod and a dog
named Jip. Dad had said so, and he'd
said something about a wedding, too
The day wasn't lonesome any more
either. The leaves had music in them
as they duttered down to the welcom-
ing earth, and the grayness had a
pearl light in it that is as a halo.
It was marvel day in the morning
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
Look Out Upon the Desert.

Come to the eastern side of the peak
and look out once more upon the des-
ert while yet there is time. The after
noon sun is driving it's rays through
the passes like the sharp-cut shafts
of searchlights, and the shadows of
the mountains are lengthening in dis
tOrted silhouette upon the sands be-
low. Yet still the San Bernardino
range, leading off southeast to the
Colorado river, is glittering with sun
light at every peak. You are above it
and can see over it's crests in any di-
rection. The vast sweep of the Mo-
Jave lies to the north; the Colo
RADIO with it's old sea-bed lies to
the south. Far away to the east you
can see the faint forms of the Ari-
iona mountains melting and mingling
with the sky; and in between lie
the long pink riffs of the desert val
leys and the lilac tracery of the des-
ert ranges.-"The Desert" by G. Van
Dyke.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
MISCELLANEOUS

AUCTION SALE.-As l am moving
away, 1 will dispose of the follow
ing personal property on Saturday,
February at 1 o'clock p. m. on the
street near Kerl and Watzke's black
smith shop in the City of Norris.
Horses: 1 Bay Mare, weight 1900,
z years old; 1 Mare Colt, yearling
Cattle: 1 Black Cow, fresh in sum-
mer. Machinery: Mccormick
Binder, 7-foot cut; Van Brunt
Drill, 2O-single disc; 1 Everbest Gang
Pillow, 14-in. Farmers Sale: Any
one else having stock or machinery
to dispose of may bring it in to this
sale. C. B. Stoddard, Owner.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
Reoue Lutheran Church

Services at the Rogue Lutheran
church conducted in the English Ian
guage the fifth Sunday in January
at 1890 a. m.
Services conducted in the Norwe-
gian language the first Sunday in
February at 1890 a. m. and Young
Peoples Luther League meeting in
the evening at 1880. Choir rehearsal
Saturday evenings before services.
A. A. Reece, Pastor.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
THE MARKET PLACE
CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
HELP WANTED

HAVE new patented article which
I am putting on the market and
want representative in this terri
tory. Nothing like it has ever been
offered on the market before. Can
show an interesting proposition to
the right man. Write for particulars
VIM. J. Nelson, 400 Pleasant Str,
Mankato, Mimi. 4
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
Congregational Church

Morning worship at 1890 a. m.
Sermon theme, "The Great Deci-
sion."
Sunday school at 11:45 a. m.
No evening services Sunday as the
pastor will preach the convention
sermon for the Y. P. S. G. E. at Han
cock, Mimi, that evening.
H. H. Symons, Pastor.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
safety Cloves

Safety gloves for machinists, have
been invented. made of chrome leather
and sewed with steel wire so that
they will not rip.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
A Half Truth,

Silk Sox-Did Angeline tell you the
truth when you asked her whether she
wore half hose?
Knit Tie-Yes.
8. S.-What did she say?
K. T.-None Of my business.-Iow
Frivol.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
AMONG THE CHURCHES
English Lutheran Church
ming services with ]

Evening services with Holy Com
munion at 1880 p. m.
Sunday School at II a. m. S. A.
Siverts, Supt.
All are cordially invited.
Alfred Bredesen, Pastor.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
MISCELLANEOUS

bills against Dobbel-
man & Rasmussen or trucks in
dividually should be itemized for
each truck and left at La Grand
Hotel before February 2 in order
that they may be promptly audited
and paid before we leave. Dubbel-
man & Rasmussen. 1tp.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
LOST AND FOUND

500 REWARD for return of an
Oakland car door, painted dark
green. Lost county fair week.
Leave at Morris Auto Co. and receive
reward. 1tp.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28

USED PIANOS WANTED.-We. will
trade a photograph toward used
piano. Brisbane Music Co., Phone
364-M. 32-tf.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28
HOUSES FOR SALE-RENT

FOR SALE OR RENT.-A house on
East 9Th Street. Inquire of James
Lawler. phone 385-M. 53-tf.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28

FOR SALE.-Big Type Poland China
spring boars, of Orange breeding.
Pedigrees furnished. L. Morehead,
Alberta. If.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28

FOR SALE.-Two second hand wash
ing machines for sale at $1,000
each. Simons Easy Runner. B. E.
Adams. St.
FOR SALE.-A limited number of
pure bred Duroc Jersey gifts, bred
to Homewoods Orion, son of Grand
Champion of Minnesota, 1920. R. T.
Halvorson, Sec. 81, Swan Lake. 5p.
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28

FOR SALE.-Modern house, just
completed. Inquire of E. J. Jones
Lumber Co. IT,
Morris tribune. [volume] (Morris, Minn.) 1880-2000, 1921-01-28

FOR SALE.-Seven Shorthorn bulls
from 6 to IA months Of age. Farm
three miles west of Donnelly. Prices
reasonable. P. S. Jordan. Z
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27
Here Ave Some Interesting Suggestions for

By WANDA BARTON

in the open. This is half of the fun.
They may consist of cold meats. hot bis
cults, honey. cheese. coffee. baked pota-
toes and boiled corn This Is followed
by frozen custard and sponge cake.
A driftwood party is another form of
amusement possible for those Oh the
Beashore. The party on the beach gath
ers driftwood and kindles big fire, then
all sit around It and tell stories while
the fire burns. While this is going on a
shore supper is in preparation. and Is
served OF. aarudely arranged picnic table
near the fire.
Steamed CLANS. boiled lobster. corn.
coffee. potato salad and lettuce sand
witches are usually served. Watermelon
or berry pie is served for dessert.
For those who are in the country, a
corn roast Is always jolly excuse for
a gathering of friends. While the meal
is being prepared dance may be held
on the lawns or porches. Corn. potatoes.
chicken and squad may be roasted on a
properly constructed fire outdoors, built
like ciauibake oven over and under the
stones, or the foods may be cooked in
doors.
Fer persons in cities who are tired of
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27
e Discusses the Newest Odd Trin,n,ing-F

THE other afternoon 1 spent q few
hours at a delightfully."- informal af-
: air given by one of our Oldest clients
in aid Of one of her pet charities. I had
been requested by a friend to cover it
for the local paper. MY experiences with
Pam assured me could easily report it.
and soon I found myself in a group of
newspaper women.
Il suppose" said one of the women. ad
dressing me, tho principal thing to do
here is to report what the ladies are
wearing
Yes" 1 answered. THE needs of the
charity have already been chronicIed,
and after it's over wen hear how much
money was taken in. believe we should
saunter about the grounds and observe
the costumes
All right" responded my companion.
DO you mind If I go along with your
why, no." replied. I'm be delighted
to have you. It's much more fun to have
some one with whom you can discuss
the Clothes"
That's So said the girl.
Then I noticed that her eyes were al
ready riveted on a charming frock.
What do you think Of that?' I Ques-
toned, as the wearer slowly walked
back and forth beside us.
It's a stunning-looking dress de-
clared my companion.
Yes, it is. Don't you think the wom-
an who is wearing It is beautiful?' 1
asked
Il hadn't noticed her before said the
girl at my side. Her dress caught my
eye"
4 don't wonder" / replied. "for the
combination of blue and red is really
striking"
What sort of silk is that?'' asked my
exceedingly curious comrade.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27
ODD FACTS

The artificial flower industry in Eng
land employs over 10000 persons.
whist, played as long ago as 1900. was
originally called triumph
A crowd of 1000. COO persons standing
In comfort would cover seventy acres
Butter was used for many years in
India solely as an ointment for applying
to wounds.
The original recipe for the famous per
fume. eau-de-cologne. was discovered by
an italian living in Cologne in 100.
Gen. Tom Thumb" the famous
dwarf. who was 81 inches high. married
a wife who was only one inch taller.
In Great Britain, duke is the highest
title of nobility. The first English duke
was Edward, the Black Prince. created
Duke Of Cornwall in 1877.
In California there is a group Of trees
known as tn giant forest Many of
these trees are said TO have 100 years to
their credit.
Glass was made In Egypt 800 T. C.
Transparent glass was made in 40 3. c..
and glass windows were introduced into
England in the eighth century.
cIoud formations are stated to be due
to the presence of dust IN the air. the
particles of dust acting centres Of
condensa ton for the formation of rain
drops.
The accident Of a child playing with
a bottomless oil-1ask. which his broth
er. a Swiss mechanic named Argand.
Idly placed over the flame Of his oil
lamp. gave birth to the lamp chimney.
Mr.. J. w. Griffith. a San Franchises
motcr-car expert. has invented a me
chaaical teacher for instructing chill
dren In handwriting. This finger guide"
holds the hand OF the student in the
scientifically correct position round the
pen. and is to be used until the pupil A.
sumes this position naturally.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27

and comfy-looking swinging from the
twig. And I certainly think it's lovely
of you. Daddy Titmouse. to take care OF
Mama Titmouse's eggs while she's
away
Eyes, I've heard some birds in this
place say that they never think of TAX
ing care of their children" laughed
Daddy Titmouse. But I rather enjoy
doing so. and it gives Mama Titmouse
such a nice rest. Sitting on eggs isn't
a very easy job. you know. But, II
don't get back to my place. she. think
I'm not a good guardsman." and with
merry chirp and a quick Zip of his tail.
Daddy Titmouse once more settled in
the pocket beside the doorway. and be-
gan beating his wings up and down
''Oh, there are just hundreds of things
Ike that you would never dream of, but
they happen every hour among my little
friends" said SOU. edee. as he caught
hold of Doris's hand and away they
scampered after new adventures.
Copyright. 1871. by Newspaper Feature ssrries. LA
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27
Diary of a Fashion Model
Flannel on FouLord.

"A fouIard," answered quickly.
Are foulards in good style7'' she
queried.
Yes. indeed. They are most delight
fully cool. and they come IN such pretty
patterns" replied.
THE style is decidedly smart was
the next remark of my companion.
Yes answered. land the sleeve is
new"
1T is out OF the ordinary" said the
girl, as she made a note of it.
There is a tendency to great diversity
in the sleeves for fall. 1 must say like
this type. for while it is long you do not
lose the beautiful line of the forearm, as
the long cuff fits so snugly.'' remarked.
"Of what material is the cum NADER
questioned my companion
That is blue flannel" replied.
But that is a strange combination
with silk" remarked the girl
Eyes, it is, but it's most attractive, for
the texture of flannel is decidedly diff
ferent from that of satin. and it greatly
enhances the beauty of this creation, -
said. And, furthermore, the same
material is used to outline the neck
opening and make the narrow belt"
Using it for the lowest tier of the
skirt is an excellent idea, as it will net
fly about so readily in the wind as the
silk" remarked my acquaintance.
Yes" I responded. that's quite true.
And the touch of solid color adds to the
effectiveness of the color scheme"
DO you like the hat?" questioned the
reporter.
e. .aif vo1,r attention TO the fact that
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27

p AWOKE the next morning with the
sense OF some unpleasant duty I'M
pending which could not quite de-
fine. Then as I gathered my scattered
faculties together. I knew what 1t was
that awaited me. It was the day OF
Grace Diapers arrival.
There must be no delay In meeting
her at the Shelter Island ferry. for she
Is too striking a figure to remain I'M
remarked II she were kept waiting.
There also must be no hint of our err
rand to Dicky's mother. could irnag-
inc the scene she would stage IL she
received any inkling that Grace Draper
was to be brought back into Dicky's life
again.
woke Dicky with difficulty. laugh
ingly clapping my hand over his mouth
with a warning gesture as he showed
signs OF expostulatlng loudly.
do you want your mother to hear?"
I whispered. and his manner changed
in a second as he docilely climbed out
OF bed.
How are you going to square mother
about this trip?" he asked. when we
went downstairs to our sitting room.
where there were already signs OF one
Of Mrs. TIGERS delicious breakfasts
ct think I'll leave that to you" l
said demurely, as walked to the door
to summon Mrs. TIGER, not daring to
use the little bell which she had pro-
vided for our use. I knew that the
signal to a well-trained fire horse in
the days before motors superseded the
faithful animals.
MOT on your golden wedding day!'
Dicky registered lively alarm. ''I'll face
a pnaddened tigress in any Jungle you
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27

days-and hard practical facts the better
for all o
young who sat couch in the and listened
trumphnty and looked at how
standing shock.
all all heard
children
kind
people who this opinion
middle chndes
me a dealon
happened know the Professors mother She's quite old lady and
college,
she feels that he has attained position of authority that
the
a
backing
did
had to make theses sacrifices?
The gggng the condo they really hate their
bitterly pretending the fashion?
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27
HON EN- KING HELPS
.Eyey,ehieg About the House HELPS e Hon,so

the conventional amusements. a dinner
at n restaurant of a nationality little
known may prove interesting. Not the
usual italian or French eating places.
but some more unusual ones. such as
Syrian, Japanese. Armenian or bohemian.
A bite" party is rather a new idea.
and was tried out in a successful man
ner not long ago. The party started at
a given point. visiting a small museum
of interest. After leaving the museum
they were each given a doughnut from
basket. Then they moved on to the
next stunt" which was visiting IA
nous old house. Here .hey were given
cookies as they left the porch. They
stopped at several pla cesof interest, walk
ing and riding. always following tho
leader. who never failed to provide the
bite" At last they reached a restau-
rant where simple dinner was served.
They they journeyed on TO a place re-
served for them to dance. and when
they broke up they had final bite be-
fore separating.
Ever one remarked that they felt
very little fatigue after me strenuous
trip. owing to the bites which kept up
their strength by the way.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1921-08-27

Y ABOR DAY is the last holiday Of
the summer season that is celebrated
1generally. The vacation crowds do
not lack for amusement. but it is the
stay-at-hornes who cannot get away who
are looking fer suggestions which may
enhance the pleasures ot the holiday
An oid-fashioned barn dance never
loses its charm, no matter how modern
lied it may have become as to its dance
music. If there is an available barn 1t
should be swept and aired, then deco
rated with cornstaiks, goldenrod and
pumpkin lanterns. If the light is insuffi-
cient. use a few barn lanterns with red
chimneys. or cover them with red crepe
paper.
Aprons and bandanna headdresses for
the women. with neckties to match for
theIr escorts. add n note of gayety to
the color scheme.
Cover boxes and benches with red
calico for seats. as no furniture should
be allowed.
If the music is modern. hide the uusi-
clans; il old-fashioned. costume them
to carry out the idea. The refreshments
should be served on an imrrovised table