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JUN 8 1914 JOHN MITCHELL SPEAKS IN SO. CAROLINA. Impressive Exercises at Allen University President Lewie Presides. BISHOP COPPIN'S REMARKS—PROLONGED APPLAUSE BY A REPRESENTATIVE AUDIENCE. Columbia, S. C., June 3.—Exercises at Allen University here have been in progress during the present week. The Alumni Association had charge last night, when Hon. John Mitchell, Jr., President of the Mechanics Savings Bank, who was guest of the Alumni Association, made his appearance. He arrived here yesterday morning at 11:45 o'clock by the Seaboard Railway. He was met at the station by Dr. J. H. Goodwin, a well-known physician of this city and his accomplished Madame. DR. GOODWIN'S MANSION. A few moments later, seated in Dr. Goodwin's automobile, with, Mrs. Goodwin as chauffeur, the distinguished guest was soon within the stately Goodwin mansion, where he rested. In the afternoon, Mr. Mitchell went for a drive with Dr. Goodwin, and Contractor T. J. Entsminger and Mr. Thomas Butler. An informal reception was tendered Mr. Mitchell yesterday afternoon at Dr. Goodwin's residence. It was time to go to Allon University when the supper was concluded. PRESIDENT LEWIS PRESIDED. Mr. John B. Lewle, President of the Alumni Association of the University was Master of Ceremonies and presided over the deliberations. Copin still never appeared to better advantage. Bishop L. J. Coppin entered and greeted the guest of the evening. The school choir rendered music, after which the invocation was delivered by Rev. C. W. Dunlap, after which a solo was rendered. Mrs. Rosa E. LeVallie sang. "When," with charming sweetness. Mr. Mitchell was introduced by Prof. Myers. The speaker discussed. "The Past and the Present: What of the Future?" A RACE'S PROGRESS He discussed the colored race from 1619, the time of the landing of the first cargo of Negroes at Jamestown, Va. down to the present time. He referred to the idulity of the colored people as slaves and of the bond of union existing between the old slaveowners and the slave. He told in graphic language of the valor of the colored troops upon the battlefield and the encomiums, paid to them by Northern officers. He then told of the progress of the colored people in this country, their combined wealth being seven hundred million dollars. He showed that during the year of 1911, the value of the products produced by the colored people of the country was $615,804.802 annually. He stated that the colored people of Virginia paid taxes on $34,743,656 worth of property. The colored people of Richmond, Va. paid taxes on $3,180,662 worth of property. Mr. Mitchell then discussed banking and related his experiences in the realm of finance. His remarks at times were humorous and his recital of some of his experiences while attending the sessions of the American Bankers' Association were also amusing. He was applauded and at the conclusion of his remarks was the recipient of prolonged applause which was repeated again and again. BISHOP COPPIN'S TRIBUTE Prof. R. E. Brogdon rendered with marked ability and with surprising melody a solo, which was appreciated At the conclusion, President John B. Lowie introduced Bishop L. J. Coppin, who paid a glowing tribute to Mr. Mitchell, saying that he had known him for thirty-five years and that he was one of the truly distinguished men of the country. "Just as we speak of Philip Brooks," said the speaker, "we refer to the guest of the eventg. We call him John Mitchell, Jr. When I first knew him conditions were different, the race was in a spirit of transition and he was fired up, filled with enthusiasm and he could not have made such a speech as he has made here tonight. fence. I know him as one of the truly distinguished men of the country." With the conclusion of his remarks, benediction was announced by Rev. W. W. Beckett, President of Allen University. The Alumni Banquet took place in the dining hall and here the visitors gathered with President John B. Lewie in charge. It was indeed a brilliant gathering. It was after 12 o'clock when the festivities were concluded. The Goodwin Mansion was brilliantly lighted when Banker Mitchell reached there. Visitors had been invited to a card, party and all went as merrily as a "marriage bell." Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Goodwin have as their guests, Mrs. Annie L. Dickson, of Orangeburg, S. C. and Missa Eliza and Ruby Williams, of Ellorea S. Mr. Mitchell will be the guest of several of Columbia's leading citi- zens. He is to dine with Rev. A. P. Dunbar and his Madame at three P. M. to-day. He leaves here at 6:50 o'clock this afternoon. In Memoriam. HILL.—In sad, but loving memory of my sister, Leslie B. Hill, who departed this life seven years ago, June the 5th, 1907: Gone but not forgotten. Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep. From which none ever wakes to weep. A calm and unstirred repose. Unbroken by the last of foes. Asleep in Jesus, far from thee. Thy kindred and their graves may be; But thine is still a blessed sleep. From which none ever wakes to weep. Gone Beyond. Mrs. Annie Epperson departed this life Friday, May 29, 1914 at one o'clock P. M. at 202 West 61st St., New York City. She was the mother of Asa Epperson, who used to real 'e in Richmond some years ago. Friends and acquaintances are invited to attend the funeral at the First Baptist Church, Rev. W. T. Johnson, pastor, Sunday, June 7, 1914. Card of Thanks. Mrs. Mary M. Hogan wishes, to thank the members of the New Baptist Church, neighbors and friends in general for kindness shown her during the illness and sympathy given her at the time of the death of her husband, Deacon James T. Hogan. May God's blessings rest on each and every one. Japanika in Flowerland. Japanika in Flowerland at the 3rd St. A. M. E. Church, Monday to Friday night, next week. Benefit Building Fund. Dr. C. N. Grandison will lecture Wednesday night, Subject, "What's the Matter with Sambo." Mesdames Kate Easley and F. P. Clarke, Managers. You Will Need Blankets at Christiansburg—"It is Up in the Mountains." Since you are going to attend a Summer School why not go where it is comfortable as well as profitable. The Christiansburg Summer School is up in the mountains where the temperature is never disagreeable in the day and blankets are needed at night—an ideal place for study. Accommodation for a limited number only. Better apply today. Address, B. A. LONG, Conductor, Cambria, Va. RICHMOND; VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 1914. SCATTERING NOTES The people are never satisfied about the workings of the Virginia Baptist State Convention until something has been said through the columns of The PLANET. The recent session held at Roanoke, Va. was one of the best in the forty-seven years of its organization. Think of three or four hundred Negro Baptist delegates being in session four days with out a single point of order being raised nor any one's voice during the deliberations rising higher than conversational tone. Peace and harmony relied throughout the entire Convention. Every part of the State was represented, from Kilmarnock, where preaches our little Baptist giant, Rev. 10:00:00 ```markdown ``` MISS ISABEL VANDERVALL COLORED GIRL INTERNE IN NEW YORK HOSPITAL. East Orange Student, Who Recently Won Both Prizes in Junior Class at New York Medical College. Miss Isabel Vandervall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James N. Vanervall, $1 Oakwood avenue, Orange, N. J., as stated in our last issue, was successful in reigning ahead of her white competitors in the Junior Class of the New York Medical College and Hospital for Women. D. H. Chamberlayne, D. D. to the mountains skirting the boundary of the Old Dominion remotest regions, $4,200.00 in hard cash was laid on the table. Next year we go to Danville with the Old High Street Baptist Church, the gifted Dr. S. A. Moses, pastor, Drs. A. A. Galvin, R. C. Woods, J. H. Burks, T. W. White, G. St. Clair Drake, C. E. Miller, Born and Tyrrell and Adolphus Jimmels make a mighty team for leaders. We start out next year to raise $12,000, $4,000 of that amount was subscribed this year on the last day of the Convention. Had we commenced on Thursday the entire amount would have been subscribed. Just entered the Lyce Second Avenue and York. She will course as interne at which is considered practical of its kind. With such a beginnin that a brilliant future for this talented you. We congratulate ents, and hope that line out for herself will be an incentive in this country, who drudgery and domesticlar to her sex. of $6,000. We have and largest congregation every Sunday and sections run over $10. The pastor is fired. The National Baptist meets this year in P. C. Woods, J. H. Burks, T. W. White, G. St. Clair Drake, C. E. Miller, Born and Tyrrell and Adolphus Jimmels make a mighty team for leaders. We start out next year to raise $12,000, $4,000 of that amount was subscribed this year on the last day of the Convention. Had we commenced on Thursday the entire amount would have been subscribed. While in Arkansas see our mother on la Virginia Theological Seminary and College held its closing exercises last Tuesday evening in the Diamond Hill Baptist Church. There were thirty-one graduates, eight of whom are preachere. Dr. W. T. Hall of Philadelphia, one of the ablest men ever sent out by that school preached the baccalaureate sermon. That is one feature that makes Institutions of learning owned and controlled by Negroes so very commendable. There is no honor from the Presidency down, too high for a Negro to enjoy it. It does not reflect well on an institution of learning said to be a Negro School that throws all of its honors to men of other races. It may not be known that Virginia Seminary has on the field 67 men pastoring leading churches. 176 graduates teaching school, 9 professors in colleges, 8 heads of colleges. 3 holding temporary Foreign Mission fields and a large number in other fields of labor. There were 65 young ministers students in the school during last year. These men, when they graduate are usually ambitions and full of the spirit of good works, honor they come up to the Commission not merely with sufficient money for the annual membership but they make themselves so bring large amounts for all the objects to which we contribute. During the year we raised $15,000 for our educational work, so that if we add the cash received this year at the Convention, the figures foot up $19,200. This is the Negro helping himself and there are some white folks who delight in helping such Negroes. I am sure The PLANET readers will rejoice to know that the Holy Trinity Baptist Church of Philadelphia, pastored by your scribe is in a healthy condition. Last Sunday we took a collection of $1040 with still more to come. We have been with this people two years and eight months. We have added to the church 1350 members, we have paid on an $18,000 debt $12,000. We have beautified the church at a cost ```markdown ``` just entered the Lynn-in Hospital at Second Avenue and 13th Street, New York. She will take a summer course as interne at this institution, which is considered one of the most practical of its kind in the country. With such a beginning we feel sure that a brilliant future is in store for this talented young lady. We congratulate the proud parents, and hope that the daughter will line out for herself a career which will be an incentive to many a girl in this country, who thinks that only drudgery and domestic duties are peculiar to her sex. of $6,000. We have one of the best and largest congregations in Philadelphia. Someone joins the church every Sunday and our ordinary collections run over $100 every Sunday. The pastor is red for handsomely. The National Baptist Convention meets this year in Philadelphia from the 9th to the 14th of September. Your scribe, along with Drs. W. G. Parks, A. R. Robinson, L. G. Jordan, and J. C. Jackson will go to Helena Ark. next week to help arrange the programme. The committee will be forty-six strong, each state and territory being represented. While in Arkansas, we shall go to see our mother on her beautiful cotton farm in Lee county. We shall preach at her country church with her being present on the second Sunday. The Holy Trinity Baptist Church boars the expense of its pastor's trip. They have already put in the pastor's winter cool free of cost to him. Philadelphia reads the Richmond PLANET. You can see it as you pass along the streets, on news stands, in business places and in the hands of newspaper boys. They say its the paper that generates race pride. More upon FOR SALE. 2 Magnificent homes on N. Fifth Street. A rare chance and a big bargain. Cheap. BRAGG BROS, & COMPANY. At Home. Mr. and Mrs. J. Andrew Bowler, Jr. will be at home to their friends on Wednesday, June 10, 1914 from 8 to 11 P. M., 112 E. Ledge Street. MEMORIAL DAY. Custer Post, G. A. R., Spanish- American War Veterans and the Uniform Rank, Knights of Pythias, headed by the Municipal K. of P. Band, marched to the National Cemetery, Saturday, May 30th, to observe Memorial Day. On arriving at the cemetery a storm arose and the exercises had to be abandoned. The march back to the city was accomplished through a driving rain, but the lines never wavered. It was a well soaked set of men and boys that arrived at the Pythian Castle on North Third Street, but all were happy. Colonel John R. Chiles led the U. R. K. of K. General Mitchell being orator of the day, was the guest of the veterans and rode in the official carriage. The following officers were out: Col. Roscoe C. Mitchell, Col. Adolphus Jackson, Major W. H. Willis, Col. T. M. Crump commanding the 1st Regiment, Capt. B. H. Peyton, Adjutant; Capt. Isaac Bray, Capt. David Allen. Major Edmund Smith commanded the Battalion, Adjutant, Capt. William J. Davis; Eureka Co. was commanded by Lt. John Wilkinson and Planet Company by Lt. Charles McClalborne. The Pythian Cadet Battalion was out under command of Capt. Charles H. Watkins, Command; dant. CITY AUDITORIUM. WEDNESDAY EVENING, JUNE 17. Eight Oclock, HON. ERNEST LYON, Consul General of the Republic of Liberia. HON. HARRY S. CUMMINGS, of Baltimore, M.L., the Colored Orator who Seconded the Nomination of Col. Theodore Roosevelt at Chicago, Ill. and ATTORNEY J. THOMAS NEWSOME of Newport News, Va. Will Address the Citizens of Rich- mond. The Public is Invited. Admission Free. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. Master of Ceremonies. Sheffield (Ala.) Notes. Special to The PLANET. The members of the Epworth League of the C. M. E. Church met at its usual hour. The program rendered was excellent. We are glad to say that Rev. J. W. Love is moving along nicely with his church work in general. Mrs. J. W. Jennings and Mrs. J. C. Dennis have returned home from Taladegn, where they have been attending the Grand Lodge of R. S. D. of P. The Richmond PLANET can be found at Pleasure Garden on Second Street. Mr. W. B. Clark, of Montreal, Canada called on us last week. Rev. T. B. Buster, of Halifax Co. was in the city this week. He called on us in company with his son. Miss Irma Howard of Washington, D. C. is the guest of Miss Gwendola Brown, 318 W. Leigh St. Sir George W. Rison, D. D. G. C. Danville, Va. and Mr. Frank Whites were in the city this week. Miss Annie Mae Vann, General Travelling Agent. The Journal and Guide, Norfolk, Va. has been in the city on business. Mrs. E. V. Kelly, Norfolk, Va., leading lady contestant in the PLANET Contest, was in the city this week. She secured many subscriptions and votes while here. Mrs. Elvira Nash, of Phila., Pa. is in the city the guest of Mrs. Maria Chawers of Fourth and Leo Streets, Southside. Mr. Stephen Pettus, formerly of Blackstone, Va., but now of Baltimore, Md. passel through the city last Tuesday enroute to his former home. He was looking the picture of health. New Bochelle (N, Y₂) Smith and Bondurant gave an entertainment at the Bethleigh Church, 132nd Street, New York City. The entertainment was a complete success and the pastor, Rev. Arnett was well pleased. They will appear at the Macedonia Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon, N. Y. very soon. They were also at Salem Baptist Church, Rev. Brooks, pastor, Mamaroneck, N. Y. Miss Carolina Smith is Now Rochelle's leading soprano solist. Miss Mamie Shelton is an accomplished pianist. The Ideal Nursery Guardians Convention of the National Ideal Benefit Society, of which Mrs. Ross Thompson is President and Mrs. M. E. Holmes, Vice-President, Hollis Ios First Annual Session in the Cherry Memorial Baptist Church, Phila., Pa., Rev. Dr. William Credit, Pastor, May 28-29, 1914. A Large Delegation in Attendance— 1 Fine Address Delivered. A great and enthusiastic meeting of the Nursery Guardians Convention of the National Ideal Benefit Society, was held last week in Philadelphia, Pa. Delegates were present from Baltimore, M.I., Washington, D. C., Richmond, South Richmond, Petersburg, Newport News, other parts of Virginia; Philadelphia Germantown and Jenkintown, Pa. The following delegates were in attendance from Richmond: Supreme Grand Master and Mrs. A. W. Holmes: Supreme V. Grand Master, Rev. W. L. Anderson; Mrs. W. T. Johnson, Mr. S. L. Johnson, Mr. Samuel Jackson, Mrs. Ida G. Deane, Mrs. Ida Charity, Mrs. Louise T. Deane, Mrs. Julia B. Holmes, Mrs. Mary E. Washington, Mrs. Clemmie Perkins, Mrs. Susie Williams, Mrs. Rosa Hicks Mrs. Emily Ewell, Mrs. Nannio Parham, Mrs. Lutlein-Cousalins, Mrs. Martha Logan, Mrs. Harriet Cheatham, Mrs. Georgia Hamilton, Mrs. Lucinda Carter, Mrs. Charlotte C. Brown, Mrs. Bessie Lomax. The Opening Session was begun with the Devotionals conducted by Dr. Callis, of Baltimore. The welcome in behalf of the Ideal of Philadelphia, was delivered by Mrs. Rosa L. Baynham, Mrs. Mary E. Whitmore, of Baltimore, Md. delivered the address in response to the welcome. Both addresses were excellent and were well received. The sessions were interesting and full of vim from start to finish. The marvelous success of this the first annual session was far beyond our most sanguine anticipations. In the two days sessions, much work was accomplished in interest pertaining to the welfare of the Nurseries and the National Ideal Benefit Society. So great was the first session made by the Ideals in Philadelphia that the city was filled with enthusiasm. Dr. Creditt, Robinson, Tindley, Corrothers, Calis, Lawyer Charles H. Brooks and Mr. G. Grant Williams delivered element and timely addresses. Never before in the history of fraternal organizations have such eloquent and helpful addresses been delivered as were the addresses of the above mentioned distinguished gentlemen. On Thursday night, May 15th, Dr. Creditt delivered the welcome address in behalf of his great church in the presence of a large and enthusiastic audience. The Dr. paid a flowing tribute to Supreme Master A. W. Holmes, Mrs. Rosa Thompson, the President of the Convention, and to the entire Convention, pledging his sympathy and cooperation in the uplift of the National Ideal Benefit Society. His utterances met with the hearty approval of the entire delegation and audience. Dr. Creditt also had charge of the devotional exercises. Mrs. M. M. R. Johnson of Richmond, Va., in her usual dignified manner responded to the welcome address de livered by Dr. Credditt and Mrs. Maurie Morrissette. In a most excellent address which aptivated all present, Mrs. Johnson was eloquently introduced by Mrs. M. E. Holmes. Friday night, May 28th, the Shiloh Baptist Church, Dr. A. R. Robinson, pastor was filled with delegate, members and friends of the National Ideal Benefit Society. The chair which is considered the best in the city rendered choice selections, Dr. Robinson, the honored Pastor, delivered an address which was filled with spirit and oratory. Every word spoken by this great preacher was helpful in every way. He impressed the delegates present that in him, the National Ideal Benefit Society has a true and tried friend. Mrs. Charlotte C. Brown, of Petersburg, delivered a splendid address in response to the excellent address of Dr. Robinson, Mrs. M. R. Johnson called upon by the President, Mrs. Rosa Thompson, spoke in a pleasing manner. The audience was pleased with two selections by Mrs. Louise T. Deane, of Richmond, Va., which were well received by all who heard: great was the applause when Mrs. Deane concluded. During the sessions of the Convention, helpful addresses relative to the progress of the Nurseries and the National Ideal Benefit Society were delivered by Supreme Master, A. W. Holmes, Vice Grand Master, Rev. W. L. Anderson, Rev. A. B. Callis, of Baltimore and others. A great Woman's Platform. Meeting was held on Sunday, May 31st at 3:30 P. M. at the Calvary M. E. Church, Dr. Tindley, Pastor. This was a banner meeting. Dr. Tindley delivered a great address, Mrs. Mary S. Tribbett, financial agent of the Downingtown Industrial School and Mrs. M. E. Holmes made splendid addresses. The Choir of the National Ideal PRICE, FIVE CENTS. Benefit Society accompanied the delegation to Philadelphia. On Wednesday night, May 27th, the Choir gave a grand concert at the Varick Temple, Dr. Corrothers, pastor, to a large audience. Mrs. Ida Glover Deane proved herself to be the star singer. Many were the words of praise from all who had the pleasure of hearing these singers. Special mention was made of the solos rendered by Mrs. Deane, Mr. G. L. Johnson and of the Quartette by Mesars. Johnson, Jackson, Mesdames Johnson and Washington. The reading by Mrs. Louise T. Deane, the pianist, was excellently rendered. Mrs. Ida G. Deane by special request sang a number on Sunday night at the Cherry Memorial, the occasion being the installing of the new $6000 organ. Mrs. Rosa Thompson, the President of the Convention presided over all of the meetings. Too much praise cannot be given Mrs. Thompson, who is a real "ideal" woman, who knows how to preside, to work, and to make and hold friends. The leading preachers, men and women who stand for honor and integrity are her staunchest supporters and friends. Her influence and work for the Nurseries and for the National Ideal Benefit Society cannot be surpassed. She has a great following in Philadelphia. On To Hampton, Va. Baltimore, Md.—Our own Rev. W. H. Skipwith, B. D., International Preacher and Singing "Evangelist." has blessed the Monumental City by his presence. Few people know that the Reverend was once a citizen of this city. It was here about twenty-two years ago, he worked at Pepper's Hotel (now The Lexington) as bollman and night watchman. It was here he served as porter and mailman for the Maryland Steamboat Co. on the steamers Chowan-Choptank and Ida, and was with them when the Baltimore, Chesapeake and Atlin r. R. Company bought them out. It was here he learned his trade as a silversmith and watch repairer at 413 E. Baltimore Street and it was here before last he held four very successful revivals for Drs. Harvey Johnson. P. C. Neal, Annals Brown and G. R. Waller, adding about six hundred souls to the various churches. So we welcome our brother back home, as the citizens are always glad to hear him speak and sing, because they pack the churches wherever he goes. Owing to our brother's time being limited he decided to divide his time among the following brethren, Dr. P. C. Neal, First Baptist; Harvey Johnson, Union Baptist; A. Brown, Sealon Hall St. Baptist; R. Parker, Mt. Zion; Waverly, Fulton Baptist; S. W. Ward and Rev. Benjamin Thompson, R. D., Friendship Baptist. Having served them he will leave for Hampton, Va. June 6th to begin a meeting for Rev Dr. T. H. Shorta, pastor of the Queen Street Baptist Church. On to Hampton. V. M. E. and E. Celebrate Quite an appreciative audience assembled at the First Baptist Church, South Richmond, Va. last Sunday evening at 3:30 o'clock to witness the 15th Anniversary exercises of the Young Men's Love and Union Club, No. 1. The following program was well rendered: Opening song, led by Mr. J. E. Height: Scripture reading, Rev. L. A. Green: Prayer, Mr. William H. Mosby: Singing, Club: remarks, Mr. Frank Gibson, Sr.; music, Zion Baptist Quartette: collection, Mosser, John Mason and J. E. Scat: paper, Mr. Alley Byrd: introductory remarks, Rev. L. A. Green: anniversary sermon, Rev. Dr. A. Binga: music, Zion Baptist Quartette: benediction, Rev. Alfred Britton, John R. Cogbill was Master of Ceremonies. Dr. Binga preached a fine sermon and his remarks sank deep into the hearts of his hearers. He poured forth the gospel truths from the text, "I am Joseph, your brether." Real Estate For Sale. 4 room brick, N. 4th St., $1800. 8 room brick, N. 4th St., $4500. 9 room frame, N. 4th St., $3200. 6 room brick, N. 4th St., $2500. 6 room brick, N. 5th St., $3900. 6 room brick, N. 5th St., $2900. Store and dwelling, N. 5th St., $1500 5 room brick, N. 3rd St., $3600. 5 room frame, St. John St., $1500. 6 room frame, St. John St., $2500. 6 room frame, Jackson St., $2200. 6 room brick, W. Leigh St., $2800. 4 room frame, St. John St., $960. 8 room corner dwelling, St. James Street, $3000. 8 room brick, Clay St., $4000. 8 room frame, Lombardy St., $900. 6 room frame, Chaffin St., $1400. 6 room frame, Fairfield St., $900. 6 room frame, Fairfield St., $650. 5 room frame, Jay St., $1000. 2 frame tenements, N. St., $1100. 3 room frame, Orange St., $800. Apply to B. A. CEPHAS, Corner NE'ER-DO-WELL COPYRIGHT. 1910. 1941. BY HARPER & BROTHERS SYNOPSIS. Kirk Anthony, son of a rich man, with college friends, gets into a fractas in a New York resort. A detective is hurt, Jefferson Locke instimulates himself into the college men's party. Locke, aided by Kirk's friend Higgins, who thinks it a job, drives Kirk and puts him on a barge bound of Colon. Kirk is on the passenger list as Locke. "Throbe" and without baggage, aboard the ship Kirk makes the acquaintance of Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Cortlandt. Cortlandt is in the American diplomatic service and is going to Hamam on a mission. In Colon Kirk, as the son of a big railroad man, is taken up by Weeks, American consul. Kirk's father repudiates him, and Weeks coats him out as an impostor. Kirk meets Allan, a Jamaican negro canal worker out of a job. The two are arrested by Colon police for helping to put out a fire. Kirk and Allan are treated brutally in a Colon jail by young Alfarex, commandant of police. Allan's release obtained by Colon police. Faced to kick Kirk Mrs. Cortlandt gets a phone call. Mrs. Cortlandt obtains Kirk's release by using influence with Colonel John, head of the canal. The Cortlandt's are in residence at Albany. Alfaretta's father president of Danaua. Kirk's father casts him off finally, and Mrs. Cortlandt obtains for him a position on the Danaua railroad under Kenneth, master of transportation. CHAPTER VIII. Spanish Law. SENOR RAMON ALFAMEZ was considerably imprisoned when his two distinguished visitors made known the nature of their errand. Cortlandt did most of the talking, his cold hauteur serving a good purpose and contrasting strongly with the suppressed excitement of his wife. "Pardon me, there is no necessity for delay," he said, as the commandant endeavored to formulate an excuse. "I trust I need not insist upon seeing the prisoner!" He raised his brows with a stare of inquiry that caused the other to reply hastily: "Of a certainty not, senor." "Then take us to him." "I will spare your lady the painful sight of the prison house. The prisoner shall be fetch with all dispatch." "We will see him alone." Again the commandant hesitated, while his bright eyes searched their faces with a sudden unease curiously. "He is resists" the officer by force and he is injured—oh, but only a tooth—it is notting. One is truly foolish for resists the policemen, yes? He shook his dark head sadly. "I think we understand the circumstances." Instead of ringing for an orderly the commandant excused himself, then, after a sequentially intermingle delay, returned with Anthony and several policemen. At sight of his friends the young man made for them eagerly, crying: "Love, I'm glad you came! I about given you up." "Allah only found us today." Mrs. Cortlandt replied: "Did he tell the truth? Have you been abused?" The young man turned, a pair of smoldering eyes upon his enemies. He Pancarne "That's the fellow yonder." looked ill and baggard, although, except for the wound half concealed beneath his hair, he showed no marks. Then he held out his hands with a grim smile, and the woman uttered a low cry at what she saw. "They gave me another good beating yesterday," he said. "While you were in jail! Cortlandt queried incredulously. "God! "That's the fellow yonder." Kirk pointed to Alfarez, whose smile had disappeared. "Then take us to him." "Oh, the man is mistake," the latter hastened to say "He is crazed." "I gave you a writing in public, and" "Sh. it! That is correct. Senor Corinlan. He insult my person an fight my soldiers. He is ver toff person." "Did you know he had been maltreated in prison?" Cortnault demanded. "Oh, senor! Alfarez ruined his hands in horrified dismember of the very thought, but his vietnam said; "He's a liar. He ordered it, then sat there and enjoyed it." Kirk made a threatening movement in the Spanishard's direction, despite the half dozen soldiers, but Edith Cortnault checked him. "Walt, please," she said. Then to the commandant: "This is a serious matter, and if what he says is true your government will find itself in trouble." "But we 'ave no idea he is flier of yours. If he should only spik your 'ostan's name, all it would be different. For my part, I can prove he is treat with the 'lighter' courtesy an 'kindness in my presence. Every man in the prison will testify to those fact.'" "Why did you keep him locked up so long? Why didn't you try him?" said Cortlandt. "Ah. For that I shall inquire also. I am inform.' however, that the what you call judge is seek." "Well look into that later. We're here now to arrange for Mr. Anthony's release." "The alecled will be please' to accommodate at the carliss." I myself shall ask to it. "Tomorrow" "There will be no tomorrow about it." Mrs. Cortlandt exclaimed, positively. "If you cannot arrange the ball youll, my husband will take up the matter with the zone government, and Colonel Jolson will call upon the president of the republic within an hour. He is waiting word from us now." Senor Ramon Affarez became andonly galvanized. He broke into offensive apologies for even so small a delay as had already occurred. While, to be sure, no power was vested in him, and his willing hands were most miserably toil, nevertheless he would so far exceed his authority as to promise instant freedom to the prisoner. He hastened forth to set in motion the proper machinery, and while he was absent Kirk told his story. It left the woman white lipped and incubant, and housed even the key Cortlandt to groom wrest. "Of course," the latter said. "Alfaro will prove by his men that it's all imagination on your part and that your injuries were sustained at the time of your arrest. Hell assume a righteous indignation and start a Spiggy investigation. You see, his father is the governor of Bamina province and one of the strongest men in the republic, so Ramon will probably make good his position. Even so, you may recover damages." "I don't want damages," Kirk replied. "I want to get him out alone some time." "For heaven's sake, don't think of it!" Mrs. Corteltin exclaimed. "All the American influence on the Isthmus wouldn't help you then. Fifty men would perjure themselves to convict you." "No. That method doesn't work here," her husband agreed. "You're lucky to escape so easily. He will arrange ball, never fear, and you will probably not come to trial. He'll never forgive you, of course, but that won't matter to you." The first part of Mr. Cortlandt's prediction was soon proved true, for the sick alcohol recovered sufficiently to appeal on the scene within half an hour. Then, after much signing of official documents and certain other formularies, Kirk Anthony walked out of the Colon fall in company with his friends. In the midst of Kirk's expressions of gratitude for the timely intercession of Cortlandt and 'his wife, the former surprised him by saying in a genuinely hearty tone: "My wife has told me all about you, Anthony, and I want you to come over to Panama as my guest in the hotel until you hear from your father." When Kirk informed him of the cablegraph that had cast him adrift in Panama: Cortlandt replied reassuringly: "Oh well, your father doesn't understand the facts in the case, that's all. You sit down like a sensible person and write him fully." Seeing a warm second to his invitation in Mrs. Cortlandt's eyes, Kirk accepted gracefully, explaining, "You know this is the first time I was ever up against hard luck, and I don't know just how to act." "We've missed the 4:35, so we will have to return the way we came," said Cortlandt. "I'd like to sit at Gatun on a business matter of some importance, and if you don't mind a half hour's delay we'll do so." They pursued their way to the station. But here an unexpected embarrassment arose, as they made THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA. ready to board Colonel Johnson's motorcar they were uninjured to find that Allan insisted on going too. He insisted, moreover, in such extravagant fashion that Mrs. Cortlandt at last was moved to say, "For heaven's sake, let the poor thing come along." And then offerter the Jamaican boy sat on the step of the machine. Once more the little automobile took on the dignity of a regular train and sped out of the network of tracks behind Colon. As it ginned speed Mrs. Cortlandt, to divert her guest's mind from its recent ordeal, began to explain the points of interest as they passed. She showed him the old French workings where a nation's hopes lay buried, the mechanical rules that had cost a king's ransom, the Mount Hope cemetery, whither daily trains had borne the sacrifice before science had rubbed the fever of its terrors. "Will they really finish the cann? be asked. "Won't something happen?" "It is already dug. The rest is merely a matter of excavation and concrete. The engineering difficulties have all been solved, and the big human machine has been built up. What is more important, the country is livable at last. Over at Ancon hospital there is a quiet, hard working medical man who has made this thing possible. When the two oceans are joined together, and the job is finished, his will be the name most highly honored." "It must be nice to do something worth while." Anthony missed vaguely. "To do anything," his companion observed, with a shade of meaning: "It is amusing to look back on the old Spanish statement that it would be implausible to unite two oceans which the Creator of the world had separated." As Kirk dropped asleep that night after the luxuries of a bath, clean clothes and a meal on white linen and china, he reflected contentedly that after all, things have a way of coming right in this world for those who accept them cheerfully as they come. On the following morning Kirk dispatched a long letter to his father, explaining, as well as he could, how he came to be in Panama and giving a detailed account of the events that had befallen him since his arrival. At though he took this means of relieving his father's anxiety, he was far from resigning himself to a further delay of his return. On the contrary, he at once began an inquiry as to sailing dates, discovering, to his intense disgust, that his ship was scheduled to leave for New York within several days. He planned to borrow the passage money from his friends when the time came, and accompany his letter northward. Meanwhile he devoted his time to sight seeing with his hostess. Elthirth Cortlandt was a woman very sure of herself in most things. A situation that might have proved embarrassing to one less tactful she accepted quite as a matter of course, rather enjoying the exercise of her influence and never doubting her power to keep the friendship on any footing she chose. Kirk's frank, boyish gratitude for the favors he had received made it easy for her to encourage the growth of an intimacy that she acknowledged charming, while she sincerely believed that he would be helped by it. Finding him responsive, she deliberately set herself to please him. She was no longer brilliant and chilly, but gay, smiling and unaffected. Once in a while Cortlandt went with them, but he was usually uncooperative, and they scarcely felt his presence. When he did talk he talked easily and well. Several days passed thus, during which Anthony fully recovered from his experience at Colon. Then a ship arrived from New York, but before he had summoned courage to nask his friends for a loan he received a letter forwarded from Colon by the American consul, a perusal of which not only dismounded him, but entirely altered his plans. It was typewritten on plain stationery; there was neither heading nor nature, yet he knew quite well from whom it came. It read as follows: Don't candle again or the stupidity of the police may fall to protect you. The others get away safely, and you won't be mad at you. You'll be safe, and you now. This time you went too far You have made your bed, now lie in it. I don't believe in miracles, but if you can straighten up and make a man of your help you face this trouble, otherwise don't call on me for anything. I'm through. Kirk recalled this amazing epileptic several times before its full significance struck him; then, when he realized what it meant, he felt himself break into a sweat of apprehension. That plain clothes man had died! The police were looking for him. There could be no other explanation, else why had Higgins and the rest fed the country? Perhaps he was already indicted. Kirk saw himself accused of manslaughter, arrested and tried. What could he do if his father refused to help? Evidently the governor believed him guilty. In that case the young man knew that explanations would be futile. Even the letter he had sent would do no good. When Darwin K. Anthony said he was through he was through. Finding a secluded corner of the terrace, he sat down to think this matter out, but the more he reflected on it the more serious it appeared. Of one thing he became quickly convinced: New York at present was no place for him. He rose quickly and entered the hotel, where he bought all the latest New York papers and found an account of Mr. Padden's efforts to disprove his connection with an assault upon the person of a detective named Williams, who had come from St. Louis. But nowhere was there a word about the present condition of the plain clothes man, nor the slightest hint toward explaining the conduct of the mysterious Jefferson Locke, for whom he had been searching. Who the devil was Locke, anyhow? The article did not even state the charge upon which he was to be arrested. In another paper Kirk found, something that relieved his mind a bit. Evidently Williams had not died, prior to the time of going to press, although he was reported in a critical condition. One thing was clear, at least. He coffin stay here no longer as the Great imbecile, guess he had already incurred an obligation which he would have difficulty in discharging. Conquering his sense of humiliation as best he could, he called up the Cort- lander's suit. Edith answered saying that her husband was out. Then, in response to his request, she came down herself. "What has gone wrong? Why this face of transexual? she inquired as she seated herself beside him. "I've received my declaration of independence. I've heard from my dad. He told her everything without reserve, then showed her the letter and the newspapers in his hand. She scrubbed them with a quiet seriousness that seemed to unake his trouble her own. Turned to her bright eyes upon him, she inquired. "How does it feel to be dislabeled?" "Blamed unconscionable! I must tell Mr. Cortlander it no." "Let me," she offered, quickly. "I would not show anyone that letter, if I were you, nor advertise the fact that you are in danger of arrest. It will be quite enough if I tell him that you have quarrelled with your father—he is a peculiar man." Mik signified his agreement. "Now what do you intend, doing?" "I'm going to woe." "Good! Good!" She clapped her hands gleefully. "Oh, I don't want to," he protested, "but the old gentleman thinks I'm no good, and I'd like to show him he's wrong. After I've done that, I intend to loaf again—yes, and I'll know how to loaf by that time. Of course, I'll have to pay my debts so I'm going to hunt a job this afternoon." "What sort?" "Something with big pay and no responsibility." "Those positions are taken—by the army," she laughed. "What can you for?" "I can take an automobile apart." "And put it together again?" "Oh, no! I can call a boat! I shoot pretty well; I wait nicely; I row, swim and box indifferently; and I play an atrocious hand at poker. Am I hopeless?" "Dear, no! Experience is a good thing, of course, and ability is even better, but neither is absolutely necessary in government work if you have influence. I am trying to think of the utile into which you would best fit." "When a fellow isn't any of those qualifications, then what? Take me, for instance." "You have at least one, influence." He shook his head. "My father wouldn't help." "We well have no difficulty in finding you a position." "Jove! That's good news. I had an idea that I'd be going from door to door." He shook her head warmly, that being the natural outfit for his gratitude, and she smiled at him. "I wonder where I'd better start in," he said. "There's not the slightest choice. All paths lead up the mountain, and if you go far enough you will reach the top. It would be quite easy if you knew something about the railroad business, for instance." "Oh, I do. I've had that drilled into me ever since I was a child. I grow up with it—was soaked in it. My Gather made me learn telegraphy before he gave me a motorbait." "Why in the world didn't you say so?" "Well, I have forgotten most of it," he confessed. "I had a railroad of my own, too, when I was twelve years old. I was president." "Unfortunately, the P. I. It has a president, so we can't start you in where you let off." "He might need an assistant." Mrs. Cortlandt laughed lightly, "While we are finding that out," she said, "I think you had better go over the line in daylight and really see what this work is like. That glimpse you had at Gatun is only a small part. Now, will you, trust me to manage this for you, Mr. Anthony?" "I should say I would." CHAPTER IX. DIYII CORTLANDT was not the sort to permit delay. At lunch she introduced Kirk to the master of transportation to Panama railroad, saying: DIFF H CORTLANDT was not the sort to permit delay. At lunch she introduced Kirk to the master of transportation of the Panama railroad, saying: "Mr. Runnels has offered to take you out through the cut this afternoon and explain the work to you." Runnels was a straight, well set up, serious young man. Anthony was drawn to him instantly, for there was no affectation about him. "She's wonderful," he remarked a moment later, as he and Kirk descended the hotel steps together. "She told Colonel Johnson he'd just have to find you a position, and I have been delegated to show you about." "The Cortlandt seems to have considerable influence for outsiders. I thought I'd have to begin at the bottom." Runnels glanced at his companion quickly. "Outsiders! You don't call them outsiders? She knows everybody and everything in this country. She's the whole diplomatic service. Take the Colombian trouble, for instance"—"What trouble?" "When Panama seceded, She manipulated that, or at least Steve Cortiandi did under her direction. It was one of the cleverest exploits on record. Colombia wouldn't let us build the canal, so Panama seceded. War was declared, but the United States interfered in time to prevent bloodshed. By the time the excitement had died out we had begun digging. She knows Central America like the palm of her hand. When she says Kirk Anthony wants a position, we threeds jump about and see that he gets it. Oh, you'll have any job you want." - The two panelled through the railroad gates and look their places in the little car. When, they were under way Emmals went on: 'I am supposed, to show you this end of the work and tell you what it all means. The dick will be about fifty miles long, and, roughly speaking, the work is forty surface the dwelling and harbor building at sea level on each end of the canal, the lock work and the excavations on the upper levels. That dam you now building at Gatun will form a lake about thirty miles long—note a ship dock, eb? When a westbound ship arrives, for instance, it will be raised through the Gatun locks, three of them and then will along eighty-five feet above the ocean, across the lake and into a channel dug right through the hills until it reaches the locks at Pedro Miguel. Then it will be lowered to a smaller lake five miles long, then down again to the level of the Pacific. An eastbound ship will reverse the process. Get the idea? "Sure. It sounds easy." "You will start in with the P. R. R., Mr. Anthony, under my despotic away." "I know a little about railroading" "So much the better. There's a big railroad man by your name in the states. Are you related?" "I believe so." Kirk answered, quietly. "Go ahead with the lesson." GO ahead with the lesson. "The canal zone is a strip of land ten miles wide running across the Isthmus—really an American colony. you know, for we govern it, police it and all that. As for the work itself, well, the fellows at the two ends of the canal are dredging night and day to complete their part, the lock buildings are laying concrete like mad to get their share done first. the chaps in the big cut are boring through the hills like moles and breaking steam above." records every week, whilo we railroad men take care of the whole shooping match. Of course, there are other departments—sanitary, engineering, commissary, and so forth—all doing their share, but that is the general scheme. Everybody is trying to break records. Lord! It's fierce. "Why didn't you quit?" suggested Anthony. "Quit! What for? Good Lord! We like it. Hero we are at Pedro Miguel, by the way. We'll be into the cut shortly." To his left Anthony behold another scene somewhat similar to the one at Gatun. Other movable steel cranes with huge wide dung arms, rose out of another cham in which were extensive concrete workings. From a distance the towers resembled parts of a half constructed canister bridge of tremendous height. Another army was rolling at the bottom of the pit, more cars shunted back and forth, more rock crushers rumbled; but, before Kirk's eye had photographed more than a small part, the motor car had sped past and was rolling out upon a bridge spanning the canal itself. To the northward appeared an opening cut through the hills and Huntels sail, simply: "Culebra!" A moment later he announced: "We leave the P. R. I. L. Trocks here and save us to B. C. Now you'll begin to see something." Down into the cut the little car went and at last Anthony saw the active pulsating heart of this stupendous undertaking. The low range was secreted by a force blasted out by human hands. It was a mountain valley in the making. High up on its sides were dirt and rock trains, dozens of compressed air drills, their spars resembling the masts of a dust of catatons at anchor-binded these grimy, powerful steam shovels which rooted and grunted quite like iron horns. Along the tracks at various levels flowed a constant current of traffic; long lines of empty cars crept past the shovels, then filled to overflowing, sped away northward up the valley, to return again and again. Nowhere was there any illness, nowhere a cold machine or a man at rest. On every hand was smoke and steam and sweats. The drills chugged steadily, the hungry iron logs gagged out the trails the drills had loosened, the trails rolled past at intervals of a moment or so. Lines of electric wire, carried upon low wooden "shiars," paralleled the tracks, hearing the white hot sparks that rent the mountain. At every switch a negro freeman, crouched beneath a slender sheet from corrugated iron, seeking shelter alike from flying fragments and the blazing sun. From beneath the drills cane occasional subterranean explosions; then geysers of muddy water rose in the air. Under the snouts of the steam shovels "dubz" shots weed off as bowlers were riven into smaller fragments. Now and then an excited tooting of whistles gave warning of a bigger blast as the flagmen checked the flow of traffic, indicating with arms upraised that the ground was "rooming up." Thereupon a brief occurred; men hid themselves, the work held its breath, as it were. But while the detonations still echoed and before the flying missiles had ceased to shower the human ants were mollting at their hills once more, the wheels were turning again, the jaws of the iron hops were clanking. Through this uphalva the motorcar penetrated, dodging trains of "data," which moved sluggishly to afford them passage up and down over the volcanic furrows at the bottom of the gorge or along some shelf beneath which the foundations were being dig. At times a shovel reached out its five yard steel jaw and gently cleared the trails of debris, or boosted some bowder from the path with all the skill of a giant hand and fingers. Up and down the canyon rolled spasmatic rumbles, like broadheads from a foot of battleships. Mile after mile the sightseers rolled on, past scenes of never varying activity—past more shovels, more groups of drills, more dirt trains, more regiments of men—Kinnels explaining. Kirk marveling until he was forced to exclaim: "I had no idea it was so big. It doesn't seem as if they'd ever finish it." "Oh, we'll finish it if we were just alone. You see there is too much pollution in it; we never know how long the jobs will last. If some senator who vets is needed on an administration, matter wanted my position for his wife's brother, he could not it." "I oppose I'm an example." Epmanuel looked at him squarely before answering. "You are," said he. "Although I wasn't thinking of you when I spoke, it's something we all fool, however. Anthony stumbled as he answered: "I don't remember ever taking anything I wasn't entitled to, and I didn't think when I was shoved in here that I'd above some other fellow out. I suppose there is room at the bottom, and a fellow can work up?" "If he has it in him." "I think I'll start there." "I'm afraid you're a poor business man," said Runnels. "Rottent!" Kirk admitted. "But I've an idea. I can make good if I try." "If you feel that way I certainly will help you," said the other warmly. "Of course I'll try to help you anyhow, but — I like your spirit. With Mrs. Cortlandt to back me up, I see you go forward as fast as you deserve." By now they were out of the cut and once more upon the main line at Bns Obsolp, heading back toward the Panic. "You asked me to tell you something about her," Runnels continued. "I'm not sure my information is entirely correct, but, knowing who she is, I think I understand why she is in Pan- ama. It is politics—big politics. The Spglobites have an election next year, and it is necessary to get our wires well laid before it comes off. General Alfarez will probably be the next president." "Alfarez? Not Ramon?" "His father. You know we Americans occupy a peculiar position here, set down as we are in the midst of an alien people who hate us. Oh, they hate us, all right—all except a few of the better class." "Why?" "There are a good many reasons. For one thing, there's a sort of racial antipathy. Besides, when we stole Panama we made the Colombians sore, and all Central America besides, for they realized that once we Yankees got a foothold here we'd hang on and not only dominate this country, but all the neighboring republics as well." "I had gathered something of the sort—but I had no idea there was so much in it. But we don't want these jungle countries," said Kirk. "That's where you're wrong. By and by we'll need room to expand, and when that time comes we'll move south. Meanwhile our fastest government is smoothing the way, and there's nobody better fitted for the preliminary work than Mr. Stephen Cortland of Washington, D. C., husband and clerk of the smartest woman in the business of chaperoning administrations. He's the figurehead behind which she works. She's a rich woman, she loves the game—her father was the greatest diplomat of his time, you know—and she married fortunah so she could play it. Any other man would have served as well, though I've heard that he showed promise before she blotted him out and absorbed him. But now he's merely her power of attorney." Anthony pursued his lips into a whistle of astonishment. "It's been a good thing for him," Runnels ran on, evidently warmed to his subject. "She's made his reputation; he has money and position. For my part, I'd rather remain insignificant and have a real wife." "Don't they love each other?" "Nobody knows. She's carved out of ice, and as for him, well, gratitude, is a good deal like rust—in time it destroys the thing it clings to. I suppose I'm talking too much, but others would tell you the same things." It was with quite a different eye that Kirk looked upon his host and hostess that evening. To his genuine liking for the latter was now addicted to worshipful admiration and a boyish gratification at her regard, which rather put her at a distance. "It's all settled," said he. "I'm going to work in a few days as train collector." "What? Mrs. Cortlandt turned upon him sharply. "Runnels didn't offer you that sort of position?" Her eyes were dark with indignation. Kirk promptly came to the defense of his new friend. "No. I asked for it." "Oh. I see. Well, he will do much better by you than that." "I don't want anything better to start with." "But, my dear boy, a collector is merely a conductor. He takes tickets." "Sure! I can do that. I might fall at something hard." "No, no no. I'll see that you don't fall. Don't you understand?" "I understand a lot more than I did. Mrs. Cortlandt. That's why I don't want to rob some chap of a job he entitled to, and I shouldn't. There's a collector quitting shortly." "Is that really the reason, or do you think the work will be easier?" Kirk stirred uncomfortably. "Oh. I'm not trying to dogo anything," he maintained. "On the contrary, the most amazing thing has happened—something I can't quite understand. I—I really want to work. Funny, isn't it? I didn't know people ever got that way, but—I'd like to help build this canal." "But a conductor! Why, you're a gentleman." "My dad was a brakman." "Don't be foolish. Runnels talks too much. He'll offer you something better than that." But Kirk was obdurate. "I'd prefer to start in as confidential adiser to the canal commission, of course, but I'd be a 'frost,' and my father would say I told you so." I must make good for his sake, even if it only counting cars or licking postage stamps. Besides, it isn't exactly the square thing to take money for work that somebody also does for you." Mrs. Cortlandt laughed with a touch of annoyance. "I think a few weeks in cap and buttons will cure you of this quirotic sentiment. Meanwhile I must admit it is refreshing." She stared unseeingly at the street lights for a moment. "But see here. Kirk, don't the collectors live in Colon?" "I don't know," he replied, startled and lettered by her first use of his given name. "I'll look it up tomorrow. You know L-Mr. Cortenan and I will go to preschool, and I prefer to have you join. You also, we can do more for you. A little later she broke into a few hops. "It seems strange to go driving with a conductor." [TO BE CONTINUED] COL. ROOSEVELT CALLS ON WILSON Politics is Avoided in Half Hour Chat THEN DELIVERS A LECTURE Former President Returns to New York After a Whirlwind Visit to Washington. Sitting on the cool south jortice of the White House in Washington, Colonel Roosevelt and President Wilson talked of the colonel's coming trip to Spain, his recent Brazilian exploration jaunt, and they joked about his river of Doubt. Politics, Palma canal tolls, the Mexican war question and other matters of state were, however, studiously ignored by both. The chat lasted for about half an hour. When Roosevelt first entered the White House he met the president in the blue room, but they soon adjourned to the portico. When the ex-president left he was enthusiastically cheered by a crowd that had collected near the White House. "It was just a little social call, with no political significance whatever," said the colonel referring to his White House visit. Roosevelt and his party reached Washington on Tuesday afternoon. Officers of the National Geographic society met the visitors at the train. The colonel immediately started his program, which was a stronuous one. First he called at the Smithsonian institution, where he reviewed the exhibits he had collected during his African exploration. Then he made his White House call, and later visited Senator Lodge and Ambassador Jusserrand, of France. These matters occupied his time until night, when he lectured before the members of the National Geographic society on the Brazilian trip. He emphasized to his audience his belief in his River of Doubt, explaining in detail the nature and location of the stream. Later he completed his Washington program by a conference with Progressive leaders in congress. They discussed the political outlook as it applies to Progressives throughout the country. The colonel then left for New York. DEATH ENDS CAREER OF JACOB A. RIIS End Comes to Social Worker in Summer Home. Jacob A. Rils, author and social worker, died at his summer home at Barre, Mass., after a long illness. Mrs. Rils and a son were at his bedside when the end came. Mr. Rils was brought to Barre about two weeks ago from a sanitarium in Battle Creek, Mich., where he had been a patient for several months, taking treatment for heart trouble of long standing. Jacob August Rils became, through his work in behalf of the poorer people in New York, "the most useful citizen" of the metropolis, according to a tribute once paid to him by Theodore Roosevelt, his intimate friend. Rils was the fifteenth child of a Latin teacher in Ribe, Jutland, Denmark. He was born in 1849. He learned the carpentering trade and went to America. Rils led a varied career during the following six years. He built miners' huts in a construction camp in Massachusetts, made bricks, drove a team, and bedded flat irones and books. With only $75 capital and notes for $575 he succeeded 'In buying the South Brooklyn News, which was on the verge of bankruptcy, and made such a success with the property that he was able to sell it at a considerable profit a few years later. He returned to Denmark and married the girl who had refused him, when he was a carpenter's apprentice. This first wife died in 1905 and two years later Rils married Mary Phillips, of St. Louis. Killed by Riffle in Boy's Hand. Frank Kramer, fifty-eight years old, employed on the farm of Charles W. Berg, near Shillington, a short distance from Reading, Pa., was shot and killed on Tuesday. Kramer was on his way to the spring house, when a rifle in the hands of Charles I. Berg, the fifteen-year-old son of Charles W. Berg, was discharged and the bullet struck Kramer. Post Wheeler Goes to Teke. President Wilson nominated Post Wheeler to be secretary of the embassy at Tokyo, Japan. Mr. Wheeler was formerly first secretary at the embassy in Rome. John L. Caldwell, of Fort Scott, Ken., was nominated for minister to Persia. Bibson Presented to Middlesex. Bibson were presented to midshipmen of the graduating class of the naval academy in Annapolis, Md., by the American Society of Fyrdling society, of New York. SATURDAY.....JUNE 6, 1914. HOME RULE BILL PASSED FINALLY للخطوط التالية The Measure Will Become a Law Upon Signature of King, as Lords' Veto Would Have No effect. The Irish home rule bill passed for the third consecutive time in the house of commons in London by a majority of 77. The bill becomes a law upon its signature by King George. The vote was: For, 351; against, 274. Under the provisions of the parliament act the bill becomes a law after this stage, as it had already twice passed through all its stages in the house of commons in two separate sessions, and the veto of the house of lords therefore has no further effect. In the regular course the bill goes to the lords, but the powers of the upper house were destroyed by the act of parliament providing that any bill having been passed on three consecutive sessions of commons, becomes a law by royal consent. The end of the hard fought struggle came quite suddenly, the Unionists refusing to debate the bill without further information as to the government's intentions in regard to the proposed amending measure. Announcement of the result of the vote was followed by an unprecedented demonstration. Nationalists and Liberals sprang from their seats in a delirious outbreak of cheering. The speaker made no effort to check the tumult, as he knew it was useless. The roar of cheers and the clapping of hands drowned out the cat-calls and blares of the Unionists. Frenzied supporters of the government chapped each other in their arms, dancing through the alaes of the house. Others stood upon their seats waving hats, canes, handkerchiefs and papers. The bill got no support from the O'Trienlees, who are out of sympathy with the policies of the government coalition. The members of this faction of the Irish party failed to vote. The bill will be sent to the house of lords after the Whitnaude holiday. After the passage of the bill the house of commons adjourned until June 9. Now that the home rule bill has been passed, public interest has shifted and centered on the Ulster province. The question of the hour is: "What will Ulster do?" If Sir Edward Carson, Captain James Craig and the other leaders of the anti-home rule Orangemen put into execution the threats reiterated during the past few months civil war will follow in the north of Ireland. Dispatches from Belfast, which is the seat of the Unionist following in Ulster, stated that the news of the passage of the home rule bill created tremendous excitement, and that the municipal authorities, fearing a conflict, had taken vigorous precautions to maintain order with extra police and with troops if necessary. Becker is Guilty in First Degree. Charles A. Becker, former lieutenant of police, was found guilty on his second trial in New York for the murder of Herman Rosenthal, the gambler. The verdict was returned four hours and two minutes after the jury retired for its deliberations. The verdict was guilty in the first degree. The penalty under this verdict is death in the electric chair. By convicting Becker the jury accepted as true the story of the murder plot as told by "Jack" Rose, "Bridie" Webbek and Harry Vallon. After the short, formal proceedings in court were over it it was learned from a member of the jury that only one ballot was taken. No sign of emotion showed on the impassive face, of the former head of the "strong arm squad" when the jury handed down the finding that sentenced him to death in the electric chair at Sing Sing prison, where only a few weeks ago the four gunmen who killed Rosenthal paid the penalty with their lives. Louis Olcoul shot and killed three women, one of them his wife; seriously wounded another and then killed himself, at the farm of his father-in-law, O. K. Olson, thirty miles north of Thief River Falls, Minn. The dead are Mrs. Ledwig Larson, forty years old; Mrs. Louis Olcoul, twenty three years old; Miss Ingon Olson, seventeen year old, and Olcoul. "Mrs. Olson was so seriously wounded that she probably will die. Olcoul appeared at the Olson home and asked to see his wife, a daughter of the Olson, from whom he was separated. He was not at the door by Mrs. Larson, who refused his assistance. He drew a revolver and killed the woman. He then set fire to the house and began shooting at the members of the house held, killing his wife light. THE FACTORY He then started for the woods. Our soul's body was found in the woods where he had shot himself. Wife Slain, Husband Shave On. Mrs. Carrie Freudstein, fifty-five years of age, of Guttenberg, N. J., was found dead in bed Thursday, with a bullet wound in her left temple and a revolver by her side. The fact that right-handed persons who commit suicide by shooting usually press the muzzle against the right temple led the police to believe that they had a murder, mystery on their hands. George W. King, county physician, who examined the body, considers the circumstances as being suspicious. When Coroner King went to Mrs. Freudenstein's home to question her husband, Henry Freudenstein, a barber, he was astonished to find the man shaving a customer, despite his wife's death. Freudenstein said that he went to a pinchable tournament on Tuesday night and did not get home until late. He poked his head inside his wife's room, he said, and thought she was asleep. He found her dead when he arose. Huckster Held For Murder. John Benton, a Harrisburg huckster, who has several aliases, and whose nocturnal drives have caused him to be suspected of many raids on chicken roosts, is confined in the Cumberland county prison at Carlslea, Pa., charged with the murder of John M. Rupp, on his farm, near Mechanicsburg. It is said that Benton has admitted the killing, but declares it was in self-defense. Benton is alleged to have gone to Rupps farm to steal chickens. Rupp went out and was fired on. He returned the fire and hit Benton. A moment later he was killed. Five Die When Car Hits Motor. Five persons were killed at Asheville, v. O. Wednesday when an interurban car struck an automobile driven by W. M. Miller. The dead are: W. M. Miller and his wife, Mrs. Allo Stakter, his sister; Mrs. C. E. Hill and Vida Ford, five years old. Mary Bell Hill, the six-year-old daughter of Mrs. Hill, was rescued from the wreckage, but she was so badly burned that it is believed she will die. The car and the automobile were consumed by fire after the collision. English Laws on Finding. Judge Atherley Jones stopped a case against a man and his son charged with "stelling by finding" a rug which the younger defendant picked up after it had blown off a motorcar. The judge, in directing the jury to return a verdict of not guilty, said that the law with regard to finding property, although there was a popular superstition that finding was keeping, was very clear. If a person found an article it was his duty to preserve it, and, if he had any reason to suppose that it belonged to a certain person, it became his duty to go to that person to make inquiries in order to ascertain. But otherwise there was no actual duty upon him to take it to a police station. It was probably a prudent course, but the police had no greater right to the article than the person who found it—London Times. Qualified. "This," said the able manager, "is a difficult part to play. The character doesn't have to speak a word during the performance, and yet he is on the stage the greater part of the time. Do you think you can do it?" "I should think I can!" exclaimed the actor. "I'm well qualified for the part. I've been married for twenty years and haven't had a chance to say a word yet." Lightning Kills Three Brothers. Three Brothers named Crohullk, aged seventeen, fifteen and eleven years, respectively, living on a farm near Ord, Neb., were killed by lightning. The boys were standing in the doorway of a barn, which was struck by lightning, and the three were instantly killed. Post Left $22,252,800 Bequacathing over one-half of his fortune, estimated at $22,252,800, to his wife, Lella Y. Post, and his daughter, Mrs. Marjorie Post-Close, of Greenwich, Conn., the will of the late Charles W. Post, of Battie Creek, Mich. was made public. But Huerta Delegates Say Land Question Won't Be Allowed to Disrupt Proceedings. The Mexican mediation wind has suddenly viced once more at Niagara Falls, Out. When all seemed to be going well and every one was optimistic and the Mexican delegates, believing that they had reached an accord with the Americans, were about to issue a formal statement. explanation of their position on the land question and regretting that it was clearly impossible for them to give guarantees as to the action of a new sovereign and recognized government, there came a sudden halt. The Mexican delegates had their stenographic work finished and then they stopped. Not that they were less optimistic than ever, but they were less certain of the wisdom of the promised declaration at this critical moment. Then, when every one, amazed at this sudden stop, was speculating upon the reason for it and the air was filled with rumors probable and absurdly improbable, the American delegates dashed up in their automobile and a prolonged and earnest "conversation" was entered upon. It was obvious that there must be some more definite assurance respecting the land question to meet the declared purpose of President Wilson. Precisely how it was to be worked out, or how it could be worked out, was not altogether clear, but little doubt was felt by those participating that it would be worked out. "We will not let the agrarian question disrupt, the mediation proceedings," said one of the Mexican delegates. "I thing there is a way of coming into common accord on this and other points so that we may complete our work shortly." He hold that while they did not consider the question a subject for international conference, but purely internal in all its aspects, they would interpose no objection, to some general declaration which may be the basis for future study of the problem. The Mexican land question is recognized by all as a fertile breeder of revolutions or sectional uprisings. It is virtually conceded that the insistent demand by the United States for a guaranty in precise terms cannot be met by the Mexican representatives; since they have no power firmly to bind such an independent government as this mediation conference aims to bring into existence. The delegates from the United States doubleless will have to content themselves with the best pledge the Mexican delegates are able to give and to rely upon this promise that the arrangement will be honestly carried out. It became positively known that the mediators regard as "proscription" and an injustice any demands, by the Americans that General Huerta be denied the right to be a candidate for election to the presidency, following the restoration of peace in Mexico. This view they have made clear, to President Wilson through the American commissioners. The Mexicans expect that the provisional president to be chosen will appoint a cabinet representing the varied political interests of the country, and that there will be assured a fair election for a new president and chamber of deputies, with guarantees for the equitable treatment of all factions in the forthcoming campaign. Back of all these negotiations lies the one assumption that the United States will exercise greater authority over the Constitutionallists' policy than it has' been able to exercise over Huora. Whether by moral suasion or by armed force, the will of the United States must prevail, if the mediation conference agreement is to be taken sionally. Should Carranza and Villa turn upon the United States, the entire problem will have to be taken up anew. Is Told Rebel Leader is Not Bandit and Leader of Freebotters. An agent of General Emiliano Zapata is now in Washington at the suggestion of Secretary of State Bryan and laid before President Wilson information intended to controvert the statements that Zapata is merely a bandit and that his followers are freebooters. The agent told Bryan that in any settlement of the Mexican problem full consideration be given to the Zapatistas as a leading element in the revolution. Zapata, the agent informed Bryan, has an army of about 21,000 men. The emissary assured Mr. Bryan that Zapata and his followers will observe all the rules of civilized warfare. SILLIMAN A' VERA CRUZ U. 8. Vice Consul Blames General Maas For Experience. John R. Silliman, vice consul at Saltillo, whose arrest and subsequent disappearance came near breaking up all mediation between the United States and Mexico, arrived at Vera Cruz. Pale, so weak that he had to lean on the arm of a soldier as he traversed the long break in the railroad into the American lines. Mr. Silliman would not discuss his experiences, except to say: "I have no blame for General Huerta for my experiences. General Joquin Maas, the Federal commander, was solely responsible for it all." "The vice consul came from the capital without an escort, but in company with other refugees. Mrs. Silliman was not with him, she having remained as a guest of the British consulate at Saltillo. FLIGHT BY HUERTA AGAIN REPORTED Dictator Said to Have Fled From Mexico City General Victoriano Huerta left Mexico City at 3 o'clock Wednesday morning and is enroute to Puerto Mexico, according to information that was given to a reporter in Vera Cruz, Mex. His informant occupied a high position in Mexico City. His report is given the color verisimilitude by the fact that the German cruiser Dresden and the steamship Ypiranga, of the Hamburg-American Line, steamed from Vera Cruz for Puerto Mexico, the Dresden following closely behind the Ypiranga. It was believed that the German government will offer General Huerta asylum on either the Dresden or the Ypiranga and protect him. It is impossible to confirm the report that Huerta has died. Believing that the townfall of Huerta is imminent and that nearly will ensue in the capital, friends of the provisional president are fleeing from Mexico City. Most of them are going to Puerto Mexico, but others are coming to Vera Cruz for protection. Fausto E. Miranda, a member of the chamber of deputies, and four of his fellow congressmen arrived in Vera Cruz. They brought news of the defection of many former staunch allies of the president. "Many others are preparing for flight," said Senior Miranda. "In a few days the trains from Mexico City will bring those who, like ourselves, foresee the downfall of Huerta. They will flee to save themselves and their families, recalling the fate of Madero. "Huerta will face when he realizes that the time has come to save him self. He will not wait until the last moment, to assure himself of safety, and his adherements therefore argue. Why run out necks into the nooses for the sake of being the last out?" Recluse Dies at Woodpile. Michael Mahoney, twenty years old a recluse, dropped dead chopping wood at his home at Odenseburg, N. Y. D. J. FARRAR, CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER. OFFICE ROOM, NO. 405, MECHANICS' SAVINGS BANK BUILDING 'Phone, Monroe-2627. Residence, 610 N. 1st St.-Shop in Rear. 'Phone, Monroe-2166. Special Attention Paid to the Taking of Contracts for Building of Any Style of Architecture. Job Work a Specialty. 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Harvesting will begin in the southern part of the state the first week in June and continue thirty days. Failed Bank's Cashier Sentenced. Samuel Bieler, former cashier of the Victor Savings bank, of McKenna Rocks, Pa., pleaded guilty to embezzlement of $20,000 and was sentenced to serve not more than five years. The bank has been closed. Cannon's Hat Is in the Ring. "Uncle Joe" Cannon, ex-speaker of the house of representatives, formally announced his candidacy for representative in his old district in Danville. III. Ex-President Roosevelt will take the stump against him, according to reports. THE FIFTEENTH ANNUAL SESSION OF THE STATE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR COLORED TEACHERS OF Agricultural & Mechanical College. GREENSBORO, N. C. Will begin JUNE 29, 1914, and continue five weeks. In addition to the regular work, an attractive lecture course has been arranged, in which will appear some of the most distinguished white and colored educators in the country. 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PURP OOCCA FULL VALUE FOR THE HONEY. 1610 East Franklin Street, (1610 Old Market) MAKERBOUND VIRGINIA Published every Saturday by John Mitchell, Jr., at 511 N. 4th St. Richmond, Va. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. . . EDITOR. All communications intended for publication should be sent so as to reach us by Wednesday. Entered at the Post Office at Richmond, Va., as second-class matter. SATURDAY. JUNE 6, 1914. THE VIRGINIAN AND THE CIVIC LEAGUE. The Richmond Victorian seems never to lose an opportunity to reflect upon the colored people of this community and to areasee race prejudice against them if we are to judge by several of its recent articles with reference to certain happenings in our midst. On the other hand, the other daily portraits are doing all in their power to place us in a most favorable light with the white people of this community. We pray God that our contemporary will open its eyes and see the harm that it is doing us and stop before it is too late. It says This paper has always taken in earnest interest in the efforts of the colored citizens of Richmond to better their condition, nor has it been chary of expressing this interest publicly. The Civic Improvement league it has had occasion to give much space to in its news column, and also to lend its moral support through its editorial columns to the organisation. We believe it is an institution calculated to be of great benefit to the race. So far, so good. It says further. But all this is preliminary to the main point. We believe that in its petition to the mayor requesting the removal of detective Sergeant Fred Kreugel the league is not only going beyond its province and enangering its future usefulness but the colored citizens are entirely wrong. In the stand they have taken. As this is purely a matter of opinion, we shall let that pass and deal with the question at issue. It continues: The man Thompson who was murally shot by the date the answer the description given the officer of Miss Chenault's assistant. He fired when the officer's bullet upon him halted continued desperate efforts to escape and the officer rerouted from using his weapon until the man fell blind with a blister. Then he tried in self-defense and inflicted the wound to which Thompson later escumbed. The officer gave Thompson every chance to surrender. If he was not guilty of some crime and feared arrest, why did he continue to flee and later attack, the officer when flight was cut off? Krenew's bullet presumably got some criminal, but whether his crime merited the death, penalty will never be known. Did Thompson answer the description given by Miss Chenault? Let the following statement answer the question: Detective Gordon P. Smith, one of the detectives who investigated the report that Samuel Thompson, the Negro suspect in the city hospital, had made damaging admissions in the nature of a confession, said at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon: "I am convinced Thompson is not the man we want. In several important respects he does not answer the description which Miss Chenault gave me of her assailant. The main differences between Thompson and the man Miss Chenault described are the shape of his face, the size of his lips and his color. So far as we have learned there is nothing to substantiate the rumor that Thompson made any statement in the hospital that would incriminate him." Late today Patrolman Walahe took Thompson's ante-mortem statement on the advice of the doctors who were preparing to operate on the Negro. They said he might die. The above extract is from an afternoon paper. Thomason lying on a cooling board at Hayes Undertaking rooms was clothed in garments similar to those alleged to have been worn by Miss Chenault's alleged assailant and she declared that he was not the man. This seems to us to dispose of the statement of the editor of the Virginian. Thomason has not been found guilty of any crime. His sorrowing father in South Carolina has not been able to raise the necessary amount to disinter his body and carry it to his home in the Palmetto State. But the Virginian presumes him guilty of some other crime. A white citizen with the chiselled marble appearance of Police Detective Ser- geant, Fred L. Kreagle chases a scared colored man, who had committed no crime. He fired at him three times and made sure that he killed him. The youth Thomason admittedly had no weapon. Would a sane man face another man armed with a revolver and pelt him with stones, while he fired into his body? It does not seem reasonable. An officer, who cannot arrest an unarmed man without killing him is not qualified to be upon the police force of this city. This is "the second notch in his gun." But what does the law say? The Code of Virginia, Section 2166 reads: "Any person, who resists an officer or other person authorized to make arrest or detain under this chapter shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be fined not less than fifty nor more than one hundred dollars." Themason's offense was punishable by fine. Krenkle increased the punishment to death. In deciding the case of Messner as reported in 26 Grattan, 1976, the Court said: "A policeman, who does not use more force than necessary to arrest a person engaged in disorderly conduct, and who resists the policeman is not guilty of an assault and battery." Did Police Detective Sergeant Krengle use more force than was necessary in arresting Thomason, who had committed no crime and who did not tally with the description given by the white female alleged to have been assaulted? Richmond city is blessed with some of the most experienced detectives to be found is any city in this country. There are officers here who have made hundreds of arrests and who have never found it necessary to kill a prisoner. Why elevate to high office a man of the Krengle type? The Virginian must admit that a friendly relationship between the races is essential to the accomplishment of the purposes of any organization, having for its purpose the bettering of civic conditions. As fast as people like the editor of the Times-Dispatch, editor of the Journal, editor of the News-Leader create a friendly feeling among the better class of colored people, officers of the Krenkle stripe proceed to rupture this relationship. The Civic Improvement League was within its rights and it went about its task in a truer way. There should be no "fuss and feathers" no appeals to race prejudice, but a cool, carefully considered appeal to the better class of white people of which class Mayor George Arnelle is the representative. Let us continue to approach this class of white people and make known to them our arriesance. Let us condemn the lawless elements in our congregation and all in our power to bring criminals of our race to justice. Every colored man, who commits a crime, whether it be a white or a colored person, must every other colored person. We have thousands of liberal-minded white people, who wish us well. The action of many white citizens in wearing tans when the day was proclaimed for the Old, Folks' Home and Friends Orphan Asylum, both colored institutions, was a reciprocating tribute to the action of hundreds of colored men who observed Bell Day and who have worn the tags of white charitable organizations every time they have made appeals for help. The Virginian concludes as follows: With our colored friends, we, too, deplore the Chennault case, but unfortunately these deplorable crimes come to communities even as lawabiding as Richmond and Henrico or occasionally. The officers of the law are sworn to do their duty, and if it had been necessary to arrest a thousand colored men in the effort to get the guilty party and uphold law and order, the members of the Civic Improvement League, who profess to stand for law and order, should be the last to object. We pause to remark that it would be well to first ascertain that a crime has been committed before killing the alleged assailant. God knows we have enough to undergo among ourselves, without having to contend with the arousing of race prejudice against the guilty and the innocent and the killing of the innocent. White people need no defense, as against the colored people. They have the press, the pulpit and both bars, the legal and social ones. Why then should the Virginian lend its powerful influence to handicap and embarrass those of us, who are appealing to the "powers that be", for simple justice, the elimination from the service of an officer, who to our way of thinking has disgraced his uniform? Let us have peace. "Truth, crushed to earth will rise again, The eternal years, of God are here. But Error, wounded, writes in pain, And dies among its worshippers." His Statement is interpreted in Washington as Nothing Short of an Ultimatum. General Carranza's defiant statement, sent from Durango, Mox., virtually rejecting mediation, spread consternation in official Washington, even in the ranks of the most hopeful advocates of peace. He issued at Durango a semi-official statement declaring that the Constitutionalists would not accept any provisional government decided upon at Niagara Falls, but would insist upon Carranza becoming provisional president pending an election. He asserted that no outside interference in the agrarian question would be tolerated, and asks "By whom are we to be crushed?" for refusing to give up the victory the Constitutionalists have won by arms. That the Constitutionalist chiefline eventually would reject the efforts of the South American diplomats, to pacify Mexico has been realized for some time, but that he would launch a denunciation couched in such bitter sarcasm at this time was wholly unlooked for, according to those close to the administration. This statement bearing the sanction of General Carranza and his provisional government was interpreted as nothing short of an ultimatum to both the United States and to the South American envoy. General Carranza, now that he finds himself at the head of a victorious army, with Mexico City as the goal of his endeavors within his grasp, apparently has decided it time to come out into the open and display his determination to resist all efforts on the part of this country to dominate the affairs of Mexico. It was predicted by some diplomat that within the next twenty-four hours the conference at Niugara Falls will have to be dissolved because of the attitude of Huerta's representatives toward the Carranza faction. The Huerta delegates, it is reported, have threatened to withdraw from the conference unless President Wilson and Secretary Bryan doubt in their support of the Constitutionist faction, and they are awaiting only instruction from Mexico City before taking this step. These, it is thought, will not be long delayed, as Huerta is said to have intimated that the Washington government either must "mediate immediately or light." While none of the administration officials know what the outcome of mediation will be, they do know the policy of the Washington government in the event of failure. This, it is understood, will be: To continue in force present policy of occupying Vera Cruz, keeping the army and navy ready for emergencies, and to wait for the revolutionists to drive Huerta out of office and establish some kind of a government. If this is accomplished the Washington government will withhold recognition of it until an agreement is made and a guarantee given that the reforms demanded by President Wilson in Mexico will be put in operation at once. FOX HUNTERS JOIN HUNT FOR LION The countryside for miles around Coatesville, Pa., is stirred by the appearance of a strange animal, said to be a lion or a tiger, which escaped from a circus train at Thorndale, a few days ago. Burgess W. L., W. Jones and R. John Allen, of Coatesville, who have traveled with circuses, declare that the tracks made by the animal resample those of a lioness or a tiger. The animal appeared in a cornfield on the James Greenwood form in Valley township, a mile from Coatesville. Clarence Gill, a farm house, saw it and ran to the farm house for a shotgun. When he returned it had disappeared. When the news reached Coatesville a poss of fox hunters, with a pack of hounds, started out. The wbods in the township were searched, but in vain. It is believed that it is hiding in the underbrush in a woods two miles northwest of Coatesville. Farmers' wives and persons living on the outskirts of town are afraid to venture out of doors unless with an armed escort. Explosion Kills 2; Injures 12 Two men were killed, one of them being literally, blown to atoms, and a dozen seriously injured, some of them fatally, by a terrific explosion which wrecked the Metropolitan sewerage pumping station, at East Boston. The explosion is thought to have been caused by sewer gas and the damage is estimated at $75,000. Mother at Eleven; Man James. In the presence of Elizabeth Belle Scoops, eleven years of age, a mother of Apollo, near Kittanning, Pa. and her six-weeks-old baby boy, W. T. Phillips pleaded guilty to a charge made by the girl. Phillips was sentenced to three to five years in the months. Dunlap Pony Contest THE DIXIE THEATRE THE HORSE So get busy boys and girls and call at the Dixie Theatre and PLANET Office and have your names entered as contestants. 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Published expressly for Negro trade. Sets like hot cakes. Catalogue. Free. PROFILES FOR- TRAIT. Dept. 111. Chicago, Ill. HENRY PECK'S COUSIN SALLY - - - By Gross THEN UP COME THE COOK OF THE GALLANT OLD SHIP AND A GREASY OLD COOK WAS HE I DON'T GIVE A SLAM FOR THE KETTLE OR THE PAN FOR IM SON'T TO THE BOTTOM OF THE SEA! YLIKE IT? WELL, SHIVER, ME TIMBERS, ILL SPILL ANOTHER ONE! SPILL ANOTHER ONE?? NOT, IF I CAN GET AN INJUNCTION YES, TOM, I STILL LOVE YOU EVEN THOUGH YOU'RE BROKE London (Va.) Newy Bride. Mr. Byrd Brown of Hamilton, Va. died May 35th. Funeral Wednesday the 37th. Mr. Thomas Edmonds and daughter of Washington passed through our city enroute to the funeral. He was an old citizen and a member of the M. E. Church. He died in the faith. He leaves one son and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. "Thank God, their loss is Heaven's gain. Sleep on, Brother Brown. Mr. H. C. Johnson of Washington was in our town Monday looking af- there four or five weeks but in improving nicely. New. Rev. Taylor went with them to the hospital talked with Bro. Cobhn. He read first part of 18th chapter of John and prayed with him. Coping out of the building he saw a lady Mr. a wheel chair under the trees where the air was just lovely. He found the person to be Mrk. S. J. Rogers of Albany, who had been to this hospital before and had an operation. Thinking she was well she worked too hard and caused her to go back. Sister Rogers is a loving Christian woman. Any one would be THE MOST MINISTER "It Costs You to Vote" Ballots reach Office by Thur. M. will appear Planet of the Saturday. Roanoke (Va.) News. Mrs. Florence Dent, 136-6th Avo. N. W. is out again after two weeks' illness. Mrs. Pauline Cosby who was taken to Pulaski, Va. for health is reported much better at this writing. Mr. H. C. Johnson, Manager of the Richmond Beneficial Insurance Co. is out in the Southwest inspecting his field. Hope to be back the last of the week. Mrs. Millie Paxton has returned from Washington, D. C., after one week's stay. She left her people much improved. Misses Tipple Bell and Sadie Lawson of this city have returned from V. N. and I. I. after graduating with honors. We welcome them home again. Miss Lottie Hale entertained a few of her friends Friday night, May 22. Those present, were Misses Irone Clare of West Virginia, Idella Tyler, Ella Bowden, Sallie Hale, Viola Palmer, Marion Bowden, Mr. Arnett and Oscar Holland and many others. The guest had a delightful time. Mrs. Alvin L. Coleman and her three children who have been visiting in Halifax County for three weeks has returned to their home in Roanoke, Va. Ronnoke, Va., May 31, 1914. We heartily regret to sever the tie of comradeship between us and our faithful pastor, because of what he represents as a citizen, as a neighbor and as a Minister of the Gospel. We are compelled to feel his absence in this city as a worker against sin; nevertheless it has pleased the Great Head of the Church, the One who shapes the destinies of all men that this servant is needed in another field of labor, where much work is to be done to uplift the fallen humanity. Whereas, we the committee of the Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday School were authorized to write the following resolutions, this committee of the Sunday School feels that such resolutions will be highly beneficial to our pastor in another field of labor. Whereas, We respect him for his honesty, ability and willingness and long honored him with our friendship and confidence because of his integrity and character, his faithfulness to us and our community, which he served so nobly, his devotion to his daily duties and his unfalling courtesy, all have made a place in our hearts, we shall long remember. Therefore, Be It Resolved. That our Sunday School and its officers take this occasion to express their sincere regret to any good-bye to our pastor, Rev. William Moore and trusted friend, whose life in our city has been an inspiration and an example. We wish for him the blessings of God, health and prosperity and also his family. Be It Further Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions he put on our minutes and a copy be given to the pastor. Done by order of the Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday School. S. H. CHEATHAM, Supt. MISS MORRIS BROWN. Secretary. Mr. H. C. Johnson has returned from his trip to Richmond and Amelia county, where he has been visiting relations and friends. The business league will hold their regular meeting June 9th. All members are requested to be president. A. F. Brooks, President; W. A. Gilliam, Secretary. At No. 40 High Street stands the Cooper Drug Company. It has added on a new addition to their business as well as more help. It carries a complete line of first-class stock, soda waters and toilet supplies and registered pharmacy. They solicit your patronage. We have organized a K. of P. Cadot Company of Roanoke, Va. We are trying to get them ready to make their appearance in Richmond, June 17th. Our motto is to promote high ideas in the minds of our boys and to draw their attention to better things. We will be glad to get all the assistance we can get from the public. Thank you in advance for all assistance you can give. J. H. FOWLKES. Landmark (Va.) News Brixton. Mr. Byrd Brown of Hamilton, Vadied May 25th. Funeral Wednesday the 27th. Mr. Thomas Edmonds and daughter of Washington passed through our city carote to the funeral. He was an old citizen and a member of the M. E. Church. He died in the faith. He leaves one son and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Thank God, their loss is Heaven's gain. Sleep on, Brother Brown. Mr. H. C. Johnson of Washington was in our town Monday looking after his lot in the cemetery. He also placed a stone at the grave of his dear wife. Mr. Jerry Nickens of Washington was in town on Friday. Mr. Charles Heedley is on the sick list the week end. 30th of May. Decoration was observed. Mrs. E. P: Diggs and Miss Sallie Davis. leaders. For the first time in these fifty years we were addressed at Old Fellows Hall by Rev. J. E. Dotson. We marched to the cemetery where Rev. James Swann gave a short talk. The little folks, dressed in white carried flags and flowers. It was a grand sight. Then we marched down to the lawn where we found everything good that we might help in a feeble way to raise some means for the home or school for wayward girls at Richmond. We shall look forward for a year hence when we shall repeat it again. We should honor our dead if we honored them when living. Mr. Charles Gray and daughter, of Alexandria were in town Sunday. Mr. Charles Jackson and Mr. Rudolph Washington, of Washington paid Mr. Albert Jackson a visit Sunday. Miss Gladys Cave of Staunton, Va. was the guest of Miss Agnes Dorsey on Sunday. Policeman Grimes arrested Harvey Sims Saturday night. He got him to the jail door. He broke and ran. He fired his gun but he went the faster. He took the wings of the morning and said good-bye. Mr. Grimes, I'm gone. The little niece of Mr. Phil Brisco was brought to the hospital here this week. There was a shooting scrape at Stumptown. A white man shot one colored man named Jones. He was taken to the hospital here. We do not know the nature of the case. The Primitive Baptists hold meeting to-day, 31st. Elder Brown officiating. Memorial services of Dr. Fisher, D. D. were held at Lincoln, Va. on Sunday, 31st. Mr. and Mrs. Wess Walker, who apent the Winter in Washington arrived home a week ago for the Summer. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Jones paid Mrs. Agnes Helma a visit Sunday. Deacon Joshua Williams, Miss Cora Wright led prayer meeting Sunday night at Providence Baptist Church. Mr. Henry Roberson and wife and Mrs. William Roberts spent Sunday at Lincoln. The children are looking forward for a grand day the second Sunday. Children's Day. The program is the W. L. LONES Troy (N. Y.) News. Sunday, May 31st.—The Rev. J. A. Taylor was out early this morning for Caymana, Albany county. N.Y. to preach to the men on the brick yards. He talked to them on the subject of Talents and How They Should Be Impressed According to the Opportunities the Lord has Given to Each Man. The points considered were the Ten Virginia, Matt. 25:8-14; The Talents, Matt. 25:24-30 and the Pounds, Luke 19:20-27. Now notice here are three classes of persons mentioned by the Master and each class is divided into two, one improved their talents with their opportunities the other did not; every person has a talent and opportunity to improve. In the time of our Savior the attic value of a talent was $1,200; the great Roman talent, $500; the small Roman talent was $375; The Hebride, The Asian and The Bahlontian talents were from $1,550 to $2,000. A talent in pounds are 187 pounds and 1.0 s. The Lord Jesus always spoke to the people so they might understand Him. Our Heavenly Father has given to each one of us a portion of work to do and with it gifts of talents and opportunities to enable us to do good work for Him, so at the end He might be able to say. Well done, good and faithful kervant, come ye into my kingdom and abide with mo forever. As Rev. Taylor was on his way home he met on the train two ladies from Catskill to Albany, Mrs. L. Moore was in company with Mrs. Cobb who has a sick husband in the city hospital of Albany, who has been there fear or five weeks but in improving nicely. New. New. Taylor went with them to the hospital talked with Mrs. Cobbin. He read first part of 18th chapter of John and prayed with him. Coping out of the building he paw a lady Mia, wheel chirl under the tow where the mlr was just lovely. He found the person to be Mrs. S. J. Rogers of Albany, who had been to this hospital before and had an operation. Thinking she was well she worked too hard and caused her to go back. Sister Rogers is a loving Christian woman. Any one would be impressed with her gentleness and the calmness in which she takes her stiness, yet she says she never expects to be well again in this life. We loved to talk with her. Mr. Samuel R. Taylor the brother of the Rev. J. A. Taylor went from Troy, his home to Catskill Friday evening (May 29) and stayed until Monday (June 1st). The Second Baptist Church of Catskill.. N. Y. is doing well under their pastor, Rev. George J. Williamston the church has made great gain. Rev. J. A. Taylor will open up the Emmanuel Baptist Church, Sunday evening, June 7th in the Hall. No. 282, Riner Street. Young People's meeting from 7 to 8 and preaching S P. M. Sunday, May 31st was rally day at the A. M. E. Zion Church. In the morning, E. V. E. A. Brooks of Saratoga, gave a very interesting sermon. The sermon was well attended and the sermon was well enjoyed. In the evening Rev. Parker, formerly of Catskill, gave a very interesting sermon. His text was from Genesis 149th chapter and 15th verse. After the sermon the collection was taken up and the different reports of the Clubs were taken in as follows: Mr. Frank Thomas' Club, $16.85; Mrs. Henry Vincent's Club, $35.00; Mr. Joseph Sullivan's Club, $42.25; Mr. Floyd Jackson's Club, $63.55; Mrs. Anna Taylor's Club, $101.00; Mrs. D. W. Dixon's Club, $168.68; Mr. George B. Kelly's Club, $204.20. books, and they reported as follows: Mrs. Thomas, $2.13; Mrs. Purnell, $10.00; Miss S. Vanderpool, $12.00. The total amount taken in all day was $667.46. The funeral of Mrs. Margret Rice was held at the A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday afternoon at two o'clock. Mrs. Rice was eighty-one years old, and for many years has been a resident of this city as well as being a faithful member of the above named church. Justice Voorhees, of New Jersey, Dead Supreme Court Justice Willard P. Poorhees died at his home in New Brunswick, N. J. He was born in New Brunswick on July 28, 1851. GENERAL MARKETS PHILADEDPHIA — FLOUR dull; winter clear, $3.85 @ 4.10; city mills, fancy, $2 @ 5.25. THE FLOUR quiet; per barrel, $1.49 @ 3.50. WHEAT steady; No. 2 red, $1.01 @ 1.01s. COLIN firm: No. 2 yellow, $11½ @ $26, 47¢½ lower, grade red, $35¢½ 47¢½ lower, grade red, $35¢½ EGGS steady, selected, 24 G. 28c.; earthy, 23c. western, 23c. Live Stock Prices CHICAGO—HOGS steady; bulk of sales, $7.95 @ 0.55; light, $7.80 @ 0.75; milked, $7.80 @ 8.10; heavy, $7.60 @ 8.25; rough, $7.60 @ 7.75; plugs, $7.60 CATTLE steady; beeves, $7.85 @ 9.55; stores, $8.15; stockers and toilets, $8.55 @ 8.30; cows and heifers, $8.55 @ 8.30; sheep, $8.55 @ 6.55; SHEEP steady; shears, $8.55 @ 6.55; yearlings, $6.10 @ 7.15; lamb, $6.25 @ 8.35; springs, $7.95. Mine Cage Upseta: Six Killed. A cage in which miners were being holsted to the surface at the Maryd colliery, five miles west of Tamaqun, Pa., dashed past the surface landing to the shieve wheel, forty feet above the ground, turned turtle and hurled five of the men 700 feet to the bottom of the shaft. The men were crushed into shapeless masses. Henry Welker was left dead on the surface and two others were injured. Welker jumped from the cage while it was in the air, landed on a beam twenty feet below and his skull was crushed. John Yedisko held on to a projection and escaped with severe bruises, while another foreigner's leg was broken. With the cage out of commission Slaburg, Pa. 109 Rev. W. H. Stokes. 95 Rev. A. S. Thomas. 75 Rev. S. S. Morris. 55 Only the names of those who have had more than 25 ballots cast for them will be published in the voting contest. the removal of the Sollies was a difficult task, as it was necessary to carry them a half-mile through airways and muleways to the surface. The dead are: Joseph Sellnsky, Tuscarora; Martin Visculas, Middleport; Mikko Smith, Maryd; William Petrosky, Middleport; Thomas Novaka, of Maryd; Henry Walker, Tuscarora. The officials are unable to give the exact cause of the accident, not knowing whether the engineer was at fault or whether the accident was the result of a mechanical defect. Judge Gray Quilt Federal Bench. Judge George Gray, of Wilmington, Del., sent to Washington his resignation from the bench of the United States circuit court of appeals in the third circuit. Judge Gray's resignation will take effect on June 1, and it is understood that he then will resume his law practice. Rumors already have been heard as to his probable successor. One of those whose name has been heard is Judge Elward G. Bradford, of the United States district court. Another who has been mentioned is Judge Victor B. Woolley, of the Delaware state supreme court. 一 Now a "Rooster Day." During the session of the Farmers' Annual Normal Institute in Stroudsburg, Pa., a resolution that was offered by W. Theodore Whitman, of Montgretna, Pa., was unanimously adopted, providing that June 1 shall be observed hereafter throughout the state as "rooster day." On or previous to that date it is decreed that every rooster in the state shall be killed, sold or penned up for the purpose of preventing the overfertility of eggs supplied to market Pennsylvania is the first state in the east to inaugurate the custom. Held For Murder In Editor's Home. George Bond, who told the police he lived in Fifty-first street, below Chestnut, Philadelphia, is in jail at Toms River, N. J., charged with the murder of John R. Hafer, of 174 Rose street, Reading, Pa. Bond is alleged to have killed Hafer in the home of Arthur Brisbane, the New York editor, after an orgy. The men are alleged by the police to have broken into the Brisbane home and ransacked the wine cellar, drinking heavily of champagne. They are believed to have quarreled and in the light that ensued Hafer, it is contended, was poisoned to death by the man who, writting a few minutes before, had been his "nol." Bond made a confession shortly after his arrest, but the police are inclined to discredit his version of the killing. Bond contends that he hit Hafer over the head with a bottle after the latter had attacked him with a knife. He inscribes the attack by Hafer to the fact that he accused Hafer of stealing money from him while he was sleeping. Becker Sentenced to Dle Ex-Lieutenant Charles Becker was sentenced to death by Justice Seabury in the criminal branch of the supreme court in New York on Friday for the murder of Herman Roenthal, the gambler, who was shot to death on July 16, 1912. The execution was get by the court to take place in the week beginning July 6. The appeal in Becker's case will act as a stay of execution, however, any Mrs. E. V. Kelly, Norfolk, Va. Miss Mariota L. Chiles Mrs. Ella O. Waller Mrs. Patsy Whittenburg, Pulaski Mrs. Eva B. Evans Mrs. Floyd Ross Only the names of those who have final more than 25 ballots cast for them will be published in the voting contest. It is expected that the court of appeals will not hand down a decision for several months. While awaiting the decision Becker will be confined for the second time in the death house at Sing Sing prison. Held as Express Thieves. Five more arrests were made in Harrisburg, Pa. In connection with thefts from express packages on cars through Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Some of the men arrested have confessed to taking articles from parcels or substituting their own addresses for those on the bundles. The men arrested thus far are: George Fritz, Roy E. Blittner, Charles Hare and John Dumm, of Harrisburg; William Rynne, of Bellefonte, and Stewart B. Eshierick, of Pittsburgh. Bridegroom Killa Himself. Mrs. Sarah Miller, eighteen years old, a bride of a few hours, found the body of her husband in the barn of her home near Woodbury, N. J. He had shot himself after a quarrel with her half-brother, George Hancock, who objected to the wedding. The groom, Charles Miller, a farmer, twenty-two years old, became dependent following the quarrel. The bride was Miss Sarah Pedrick. CAPTAIN ANDERSON. Commander of Ship That Sank Empress of Ireland. 1914. by American Press Association Captain Anderson, consultant of the Starstaff, the collar with hair into and sash the Empire, so great says that sank boat and the effect of the force of the water was able to keep the bow of the Starstaff in the hole made in the side of the Empress, because pressure forced it out. New Minister to Honduras. President Wilson nominated Bear W. Long, of New Mexico, chief of the division of Latin-American affairs, state department, to be minister to Honduras. Labor Troubles Stop Weddings. Two hundred and nine fewer marriage licenses were issued in Chicago last May than in May, 1913, according to the license bureau's figures. Labor troubles are blamed for the failing off. Five robbers ble wopen the safe in Bussey's bank, at Mahonet, near Champaign, Ill., and took $2500 in cash. The robbers escaped in a motor car. Pursuit was made by deputy sheriffs, but the trail was lost near Monticello. Ballots reaching this Office by Thursday, 9 A. M. will appear in The Planet of the following Saturday. Dr. Albert A. Tennant..... 1275 Dr. George R. Ferguson, Charlottesville, Va..... 1100 Dr. E. R. Jefferson..... 755 Dr. J. O. Dawson..... 100 Dr. James E. Jackson..... 70 Dr. R. O. Mundt..... 65 Only the names of those who have had more than 225 ballots cast for them will be published in the voting contest. CAPTAINS SHIFT WRECK BLAME CAPTAINS BLAME EACH OTHER Accounts of Collision Told by Commanders of Empress of Ireland and the Storstar Are Conflicting. There is to be a rigid investigation of the skinking of the Canadian Pacific railway Liner Empress of Ireland in the St. Lawrence river, near the entrance to the Gull of St. Lawrence, on Friday morning. The Imperial government and the Dominion authorities have joined in endeavoring to fix the blame for the collision between the Liner and the Norwegian collier Storstad, which has cost the lives of more than 500 persons and sent the Empress of Ireland to the bottom. In the preliminary investigation the Canadian officials find themselves confronted by a situation in which the respective commanders of the Empress of Ireland and of the Storstad, Captain H. C. Kendall and, Captain Thomas Andersen, give the lie to each other. Full responsibility for the disaster is placed squarely upon the shoulders of the other by each of the men. Only a formal and searching inquiry is expected to arrive at the truth. Captain Kendall in his testimony before the coroner at Rimouski declared that he had taken all possible precautions against a collision. His ship had been stopped, he gave the requisite signals when the Storstad was still two miles away, but the cellar had kept on through the fog, which settled down after the two vessels littered each other, and had rammed the Empress of Ireland while the latter was virtually motionless. Then, he placed his plan to the master of the collier that he ran his engines full speed ahead to keep the hole in the river's side placed with the Storstad's bow, and Captain Kendall, the vessel backed away, the water rushed in and the Empress sank. Captain Anderson had remained silent on the subject of the collision until reaching Quebec. After he had made a report to representatives of the Dominion Coal company, characters of the vessel, and of the owners of the steamer, a statement based on his declarations to them was given out. According to the statement, when the Empress of Ireland was sighted and fog shortly afterward enveloped both vessels, fog signals were exchanged and the Storstad's engines were stopped. When she lost sight of the Empress of Ireland in the river, the latter's course had been set so that the vessels would pass each other safely. The Storstad's course remained unaltered, the statement adds, but when the Empress of Ireland was next seen she was close at hand on the port bow of the collier, "and was making considerable headway." It is declared that the Storradad's were at once reversed and Ballots reaching this Office by Thursday, 9 A. M. will appear in The Planet of the following Saturday. Robert C. Scott..... 225 G. W. Peace, Waverly, Va..... 115 A. D. Price..... 55 W. I. Johnson..... 45 CNOFFICIAL LIST. Lawyer J. Thomas Hewin..... 75 Only the names of those who have had more than 25 ballots cast for them will be published in the voting that her momentum was nearly checked when the vessels came together. As for the charge that the Storstad backed out, of the hole she had torn in the Empress of Ireland, the statement declares that it is not true. Her engines were ordered ahead to hold her against the liner's side, but the headway the Empress of Ireland was under twisted the collier's stem out of the gash. It is added. And not only did the collier remain as near the scene of the collision as was safe, but every one of her boats were lowered, despite her own damaged condition, and saved some 350 of the liner's passengers and crew. Survivors of the disaster accused members of the crew of the Empress of Ireland of filling the two first life boats that were launched. They were charged with failing to hoof the cries for help of men and women, although there was ample room in the boats. The sailors of the sunken liner were also charged with pushing men off the open boats when they attempted to save themselves. Smallnox Hits Rebels Smallpox has broken out at Cullacan, the capital of Sinaloa, Mex., according to advises received by the commanding officer of the American fleet. The mortality in the Constitutionalist garrison is said to be heavy. 1914 JUNE 1914 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 The Origin of Algebra If Diophantus of Alexandria, fourth century of the Christian era, was not the inventor of algebra, then it is not known to whom the higher beings. To Diophantus the honor is generally given. The Arabians claim that the invention belongs to one of their countrymen. Mohammed Ben-Musa, who flourished about the middle of the ninth century, Certain it is that the Arabians introduced algebra to Europe by way of Italy through Donardo, a merchant of Pisa, who had lived among the Arabs of Barbary. Leonardo's treatise was written in 1292. Something New Readers, of The Richmond PLANET LET can always find copies of the paper on sale. Subscriptions and ad virements and local news are taken at office rates. THE STANDARD NEWS CO., Chas- Gary, President and General Man- ager, 131 W. 53rd St., New York. WANTED—SALESMEN—For REAL ESTATE. Big commission paid. Experienced men preferred. Write A. RODGERS, Leester, W. Va. SET OF SILVER FREE To introduce our intentionally grown free a 30 piece deck of silver in a large linen box but in the ther- m, a 30 piece deck of silver in bottles of our wonderful Kissy and Bladder Remedy. Best for 60-80 with 30 days and will capture the Chest of Silver as an GRANTED DECORATION CO. GRANTED DECORATION CO. BIYEN FREE Things We Never See SATURDAY..... JUNE 6, 1914. 17 Economy Hints A penny saved in a penny earned.— Benjamin Franklin. How to Take Care of the Piano. THE piano is often neglected by the otherwise careful housewife for the simple reason that her attention is seldom, if ever, called to its care. It seems to some if the tuner arrives periodically and the instrument is carefully dusted that is all there is to the care of the piano. However, the piano is a very delicate instrument, as all musicians know, and requires very watchful care. The first consideration is the position of the piano. Often the only object in playing a piano is to have the best light fall on the music rack. But the piano should not be placed to the outer wall, the fireplace or radish trunk if it is subject to the conditions of the air. Extreme heat and extreme cold are very harmful to the plants. If one wishes to have a musical instrument in the best of condition and to keep it so an even temperature should be maintained in the room where it stands. If there is too much moisture in the atmosphere the wires become rusty; if there is too much heat the metal adjustment will be injured as well as the wood in the case. The rusting of the wires can be prevented by sprinkling them with lime or by placing a bag of unashed lime in the interior to absorb the moisture in the air. When the atmosphere becomes too dry it is well to have a plant in the room that requires plenty of water. If there is a hot air radiator in the room a towel or little kettle of water should be suspended by a hook in the radiator pipe. Heavy articles should never be placed on top of the plane, nor should muscle or books be placed there either. The keys should be wiped daily, when the plano is dusted, with a cloth dampened with alcohol. If this plan is followed there is less likelihood of their turning yellow. If the keys are soiled a cloth dipped in whiting and rubbed with alcohol will be found excellent for cleaning them. When the keys have become very yellow, and need to be cleaned try the following. Make a paste of unslaked lime and brass water. It should be applied and allowed to dry slightly. It should then be rubbed off with a cloth and magnolia powder applied to the keys until dry. In a few minutes the keys can be polished to high gloss. Then care should be taken to prevent moths getting into the plano. Prevention is always worth while. In this case the carpet under the plano should be spritched with campher and ground moth balls placed on the door underneath. A bag of campher balls should be watered inside the plano. If moths do get into the piano make a mixture of benzine and turpentine, using seven parts of benzine to one of turpentine, and add a drop or two of lavender water. Use a small scent spray or an oil syringe to squirt this into the piano. Dealers in planes say that the best way, as well as the most satisfactory way, to clean a plane is simply to wash it in lukewarm water, drying each part briskly and rubbing it thoroughly just after it is washed. A chamois skin can be used to advantage here. This method leaves the polish absolutely uninjured. The piano tuner usually polishes the wood with alcohol, but this requires great care and skill to prevent the wood from burning. How to Utilize Worn Lace Curtains. The housewife who is the owner of some really pretty, old lace curtains has in them valuable materials for economical decorative needlework. If the fairly good parts of the curtain display effective designs. If the design is small and dainty and enough duplicates of it are intact then they may be appliqued successfully to net for yokes, cuffs and even panels for children's wash dresses. For the latter purpose the pattern should be sharply cut out and arranged to the best advantage on a background of linen or washable material and basted firmly, taking care that all of it is perfectly flat. Either button- It is a comparatively easy matter to convert the larger undamaged pieces or old lace curtains into a variety of table and cushion covers, etc. By combining with linen or batiste very effective bureau or table covers can be made in many attractive patterns. How to Quiet a Rattling Window. Never use paper to paste up a window that rattles or admits too much air from outside. Tear strips of muslin or old calico and dip the pieces into starch made with flour and cold water, not warm. Run the strips through this smooth paste and adjust them to the media of the window. The muslin becomes like soft putty and will adjust, itself wherever placed, and will hold like cement. When you desire to remove it enter one end of the strip, give it a pull and it comes off without the least resistance or injury to paint, which is not true of paper strip used for the same purpose. HOW TO TURN A. HAT INTO A WORKBASKET. Nearby everything in the world can be made to serve a double purpose if one only has a little ingenuity. Take, for instance, the summer hat, the soft, happy straw hat in a nice some years. This hat can be made into a work basket. First tip off all the trimmings; then turn the hat upside down. Take some silk or creme to harm the fabric with the straw and line the inside of the crown, making it fill all around the edge. Put bias pieces of the material here and there along the sides of the basket in which to insert papers of needles and spools of thread. Make also a thimble case, which you sew securely to the felted edge. Rip off a section of straw from the balm of the hat and with this make a handle, or if the balm is not wide enough use ribbon, with a bow at the top. The old hat has now become a useful article. FOR THE INVALID. How to Tempt the Failing Appetite of the Sick French coffee is less likely to cause digestion than coffee taken with cream. Clear coffee is of course the most digestible but this seems bitter for and more difficult to malt. To prepare the coffee just properly the coffee must be very hot. The milk is not simulated, so it is heated in a double boiler just to the boiling point, but not long enough for a thin spoon on the top. Then the boiling milk and the clear hot coffee be kept together in the coffee, before the right strength is attained. If coffee produces newness, ripe coffee may be substituted for it. To make this, draw a cupful of one in the coffee with water and bring it and then grind it fine in a coffee mill. Use it in an arbor over it and pour a quart of cold water over it. Let it stand an hour. Strength it, beat it and serve it with hot milk or with cream. Cut pastured eggs breast for breakfast nest. Sometimes in the eggs not more than a quarter of an inch thick and dry them in the oven until they are golden brown. Serve warm with butter. This sort of toast is most digestible, but it must of course, be thoroughly massaged. If soft toast is preferred cut the slices on the oven and toast them quickly on both sides. Cooked eggs are the tempting To prepare them thirsty the eggs, washed clean, into boiling water, cover the dish and let it stand for three to ten minutes. Then remove the eggs and serve with pepper salt and butter in an egg dish. The boiled eggs are all ways to serve and are accompanied eggs. Serve boiled eggs can be surrounded with pieces of boiled bread. The boiled eggs can be greased and then surrounded in as little butter as possible. They can be lightly breaded with cheese. A good way to top the cupboard container is to add a small cup of sugar two tablespoons of water and about the same amount of milk and then add the cup in hot water and be slowly until the custard is firm and a little thirst in it. It comes out soft. Find the white stiff, and a small cup of sugar, bent again and piled on top of the custard and garnish with a nutmeg cherry in the center of the meringue. Cool and serve. Put the white of an egg, a big table spoonful of powdered sugar, a cupful of water, two tablespoons of sugar, three of lemon juice and a little stick confection in a small pan with the rim of half a lemon. Heat with an egg boiler until the mixture reaches the boiling point and move to the side of the stove. Cover and leave for ten minutes. Strain through cheesecloth, add a third of a cupful of sherry and pour into two long stemmed glasses or small molds to burden. How to Serve Pineapple Frugally. The next time you have a pineapple save the skin and core and you may produce two delicious desserts First scrub the pikeapple in cold water, then dry it and prepare it as usual for one meal. Then put the parings and core, cut up into a sausage, with one quart of cold water. Simmer gently until there is one plint and about a gill over, strain through cheesecloth and permit it to cool. Soak for ten minutes two beeping dessertspoons of sage, drain and put it into a double boiler with the pikeapple water and strained juice of one lemon, one gill of granulated sugar and a pluck of salt and cook this until it looks clear, which will be in about twelve minutes after it really boils. Remove from fire. If any bits of pikeapple were left over put them in this. Stir well, then pour it into a glass dish. Serve ice cold with whipped or plain cream sweetened to taste. Lady fingers or any light cake is an acceptable accompaniment. "Going to England." The Isle of Wight inhabitants are not alone in speaking of "going to England" when they leave their own fragment of the kingdom. A patriotic Cormishman also "goes to England" when he crosses the Tamar. Similarly inhabitants of the Balkan peninsula talk of "going to Europe" when they leave their own corner of the continent—in curious contrast with the people of our own island. We regard ourselves as both of and in "Europe," and accordingly it is only "the continent," that we visit. The record in the splendid isolation line is probably held by that minister of the Comhure, in the THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA Clyde, who prayed for a blessing open "the inhabitants of Great and Little Cumbrae and the adjacent islands of Great Britain and Ireland"—London Mirror. Ends of the Earth. If you stand at the north pole you can look, in only one direction—south. No matter how you may twist around on your heels, it is always toward the south that your eyes are directed. North as a terrestrial direction has vanished. You have arrived at the end of north. You are "where it lives." Or else we may say that north has suddenly spring into the sky and is now at an unattainable distance directly over your head. A moment before your foot touched the pole north was straight ahead of you, and you end all the four cardinal points to choose from—east, west, north and south. Now three of them have vanished and south alone remains. The reverse is true at the south pole, where all directions on the earth's surface are alike north. In view of these facts we may speak of the north and south poles as the "ends of the earth." They are the two turning points, arrived at either one of which there is no choice left but to start toward the other.—New York Journal RENOVATING A HOUSE. How to Make an Old Dwelling Clean and Sanitary. Do you remember what Nathaniel Hawthorne says in "The House of the Seven Gables" that each generation is entitled to new houses, that old houses are tainted with old bricks and impatient reminders of their past? That is just the way every housekeeper feels when moving day comes. Moving is bad enough at best, but it is surely more difficult when the house to be moved into is old than when it is honey. However, intelligently directed cleaning will do wonders to freshen up old and disgery rooms and to remove any stains or spots that have been carelessly left in rooms that have been refurbished. If mortar or paint has been spattered on the window glass it can be removed with boiling hot vinegar, applied with a heavy cloth, and after the paint or mortar is entirely removed the window should be washed in the regular manner. If there is a chalking color of fresh paint in the house it will be largely absorbed by pads or tubes of binders of water containing such a handful of hay, which should be left in the room which have been painted for twenty-four hours. Grease stains can be removed from the floors by making a mixture of a quarter of a pound each of pearl ash and fulter's ash and a quart of boiling water. This should be spread on the floor and left there for twenty-four hours, and then the door should be washed with hot water in which washing soda, a little of it, has been dissolved. If any of the drains from sinks and wash basins seem to be clogged they can be cleansed with washing soda. A lot of it should be crumpled into the pipe and then building boiling water should be slowly plumbed over it. This solution will clean the pipe from grease and if it seems still clogged a plumber's attention will probably reveal the presence of solid substances hair or dust or bits of paper or cloth. Any emulsified surface like a slik or wash basin or beitch can be effectually cleaned with a gasoline rubbed on, with a wooden cloth. Soaps and water, in which there is a little ammonia, are equally effective in cleaning emulsified surfaces, but if they are badly stained the gasoline will be found better. Brass that is badly stained can hast be cleaned with one of the regular brass pastes. It can then be polished with a drained and a little whiting if it was in an especially bad condition. Nickel can be cleaned with whiting and vinegar if it is too tarnished to be cleaned with hot water, which really ought to keep nickel in good condition. Zinc can best be cleaned with turpentine. Any amount of rubbing with the usual cleaning powders may be unavailing in the case of zinc, but turpentine is effective. How Dishwashing Becomes an Art. The art of dishwashing has become almost extinct in this rapid age, when the only way to do a thing is to do it once and have it over. Yet real dishwashing is an art. Dishwashing requires two dishpans, one in which to wash and the other to rinse the dishes; an abundance of heavy linen towels, some lighter ones for glasses, a good dish mop and dishcloths. The dishcloths should be strong linen. Stair crash is excellent for this purpose, as it will become soft enough to be flexible and is very durable. Make these clothes about ten inches long of narrow crush and help them to prevent the edges from trailing when they are put through the laundry. First of all, the dishes should be gathered up and properly scrapped, then held for a moment under the hot water faucet to take off the first coating of grease. Any dishes or knives and forks used for fish should be carefully wiped with paper, as dishcloths are affected by fish immediately. Put the dishes in hot aids. Use the dish mop freely and transfer them to the other pan to be rinsed. Let this second pan be very large and have a wooden drainer fitted in two inches from the bottom so that the boiling water poured over the dishes will drain off them. This is the best and safest way of draining. In washing the silver use a silver soap and thus avoid the weekly silver cleaning day, with the added inducement that the silver is constantly bright. Wash spiders, pots and kottles separately and with another dishcloth. Pots and kottles should be washed inside and outside and thoroughly wiped before being set away. The coffeepot and tankettle should be boiled out at least once a week with soda and water to keep them tastelessly clean. PESSIMISV. A habit of looking at things from a distorted angle, of focusing the vision on things that depress and suggest unhappiness and misery, in a destroyer of happiness and success. A man who goes about with a funeral face, thinking "hard times," eating "dull seasons," disaster, pain and failure wherever his interest center, is never a happy man, rarely a successful one. Pessimism is a destructive force in men's lives, just as optimism is a constructive agency. Selected. New York to Manila It is not generally known that one can travel to Bombay at least as quickly as from Tokyo to Bombay, twenty-six days. One can journey from Vancouver to Tokyo in two days less time than from Tokyo to Malia. Two boots of equal speed start from New York for Manila at the same time, one via the Panama canal, another through the Sucre canal, would reach their destination within a few hours of each other. The mileage each way is practically the same. Birds and Birds. "What was that you called me?" she asked. "I said you was an old pelican," he replied. "There was a time when you thought I was a painter." "Yes, but that was before I knew much about them kind of birds"—Chicago record label. The Unchanging Post This is the reason why the past has such might, power. The beauty of its motion, and silent pictures is like the animated purity of late autumn, when the leaves, though one breath we made them fall, still glow against the sky in golden glory. The past does not change nor strive. Like Dunk, after life's lifelong fower, it sleeps we. What was sugar and grasping, what was petty and transitory has faded away. The things that were beautiful and eternal shine out of it like star in the night. Its beauty to a soul is worthy of it is unendurable, but to soul which has conquered fate the rest is the key of religion. - Berrard Russell. Small Tacks How is this for a stunt? The center of the truck industry used to be Brunsgrove, a town in Worcestershire, England, where all work was done by hand. It was a common feat for experts to forge 1,000 to 1,200 tucks as small as to fill the barrel of an ordinary goose quill, their weight being only about twenty grains. New York Press Not Lice to Exposition When Fred Mathew Sir Evelyn Wood paid a visit to his native village at the close of the Zulu war all the inhabitants turned out to welcome him. Among the crowd was a woman who immediately asked the neighbors where "the Zulu war" was. "That's him," she said of them pointing and saluting the officer spate, sighting "the war." "What I'm," she said of the woman. "I'm all the Zulu warriors. Why, even my national commander," London Answers. A Mortal Malady: The lawyer who was trying to break a will, his case at length before the judge, and referred to the dead man all the time as the deceased, only he promised it "the diseased." This got on, the judge's nerves, particularly as the attorney took occasion to refer to the deceased an unnecessarily great number of times. "See here," the judge said testify at last, "you keep saying this man was diseased. Was he? "Your honor," said the lawyer pompously, he was. "Diseased! Diseased of what?" Died. Beloved of what "Your honor," replied the lawyer suc- cessfully, "disposed of death, sir."—Pop- ular Magazine. Overstocked. Hubby was evidently worried, and wifey was trying to cheer him up. "Cher up, John, and don't worry," she said. "It doesn't do any good to borrow trouble." "Borrow trouble," echoed her husband. "Great Cacau's ghost! I ain't borrowing trouble! I've got it to lend!"—Chicago News. The Folleman—Where are you going at this time of night? 'The Wanderer—I'm—hle—gold' to a lecture. Tail of the Clock Mother--Is the clock running. Willie? Willie. No, ma, it's just standing still and wagging its tail--London Mall. GENERAL MARKETS HIPH.ADELPIHA — FLOUR quiet; fancy $5.25, $8.50/4.10; city mills, fancy $5.25, $8.50 POILTRY: live steady; hema, 17c; @18c; old roosters, 12c. Dressed firm; choice towls, 18%c; old roosters, 14c. BUTTER firm; fancy creamery, 23c. EGGS steady; selected, 24 @ 28c; nearby, 23c; western, 28c. Live Stock Priced CHICAGO - HOGE lower, bulk of 1 lit. $8.10@.20. 1 lit. $8.10@.20. 1 lit. $7.30@.8.10. TATTLE already, beaver, $7.25@ storm, $7.10@.8.20, stockers and storm, $4.40@.8.20, heffers, $7.10@.20. lower actives 35.15 6.10 number 35.16 6.10 number 40. The image provided is too blurry and pixelated to accurately recognize any text or graphics. It appears to be a blank or heavily distorted image with no discernible content. Photo copyright 1914 by American Press Association. Hotel Terminal, Vera Cruz, Refugee Headquarters American landing forces from the United States battleships off Vera Cruz placed a strong guard around the Hotel Terminal. Americans in the city at the beginning of the occupation flocked there for safety, and others who later arrived from Mexico City were taken there. The picture shows the front of the hotel with some of the machines on duty with machine guns. When the fighting started, foreign guests in this hotel sought safety in the inside rooms, and none was killed. THE FIELD Disarmed Mexican "Snipers" Under Arrest at Vera Cruz Hundreds of Mexican natives in Vera Cruz who had shot at the invading Americans from houseets and windows were captured and disarmed. Those citizen "snipers" proved troublesome at the start, for they were hard to locate. Many of them were routed out by the hot fire of the American battleships in the harbor. They became frightened, fearing the big guns would demolish the city. The picture shows a number of "snipers" who were arrested on the waterfront. They are being marched to the guardhouse by armed marines. FRENCH A penny saved is a penny earned. Benjamin Franklin. How to Take Refreshing Baths. YOU will enjoy a wonderful skin restorative if you bathe the face, neck and arms every night with hot milk and water; which is a wonderful skin restorative, dry gently with a very soft and fine face towel and then apply a very little good face cream with circular and upward massage movements of the finger tips. In the morning again bathe the face with hot milk and water; then rinse with cold distilled water to which a few drops of toilet vinegar have been added. Dry thoroughly, always using upward movements; apply a little toilet cream, wiping off any superfluity with a soft handkerchief; dust on some good powder and smooth with a fine wash leather. This simple treatment has really astonishingly beneficial effects in a very few days if preserved with. Alling ones must, of course, be very careful to build up the general health not by "consetting," but by common sense precautions. A nourishing but digestible diet, including plenty of milk, eggs, fish, poultry and beef once a day; as much fresh air and sunshine as possible, judicious but not strenuous exercise and plenty of rest in between provide an excellent restorative regime to those below par. A course of electric baths is a most admirable tonic to the whole system, but where this is impossible on the score of expense have a warm bath every night. A little liquid ammonia may be added to it; a brisk bath—for a long soak in hot water, does far more harm than good—followed by a sponge off with equal quantities of toilet vinegar or can do cologne and water and a brisk twelling till the whole body is aglow. Then get into bed at once, in the morning have a loofah massage, rubbing the whole body well with a dry loofah till you tingle from head to foot, followed by several minutes' deep breathing and simple Swedish exercises. How to Protect the Party Gown. Nearly every girl realizes that the average party gown gets more hard usage when hanging in the crowded wardrobe than while it is being actually worn. As most girls have far less wardrobe space than they need, the best means of protecting the party frock from contact with the workday garmets is to make a special cover for it of lawn, dimity, sunlin or a similar daisy and sheer material. Having measured the length of the gown from shoulders to skirt hem, take two full widths of the chosen covering material and shape an end of each one of them into shoulders and the half of a neck. Photo copyright, 1914, by American Press Association. Blued Jackets and marines from the battleship Florida are on way to the pier at Vera Cruz to effect the first belligerent landing on Mexican soil. These shoulders and the long straight sides of the cover are then scanned together, the bottom is hemmed, the neck is neatly bound with ribbon bowed in front at the top of two short silken cords from which depend two small square or oval sachets. When the gown is adjusted to its individual hanger and the muslin covers drawn smoothly over its folds and draperies it is in a condition to be as nicely kept as it is possible to keep any unboxed garment. When the fur is thoroughly washed it should be put out to dry, shaking it frequently to prevent the hairs from trotting. How to De Ironing Satisfactorily. FIRST of all the irons must be immaculately clean and suited to the article to be ironed. Irons come now in all sizes. How to Utilize Space. A remarkable idea has just been patented. It is a very simple one, but one about which every one is asking. "Why did we not think of it before?" We all know that in very tiny houses there is a lack of cupboard accommodation for the keeping of clothes. The cupboards seem to have been altogether forgotten by the architects of these modern residences. An ingenious Frenchman has found a way of getting over this difficulty. * Ho, has had the staircase built in his house in such a manner that each stair can be used as a drawer. The drawers are not wide enough to keep dresses and skirts in, but blouses, gloves, brushes, combs and all sorts of odds and ends which take up a lot of room can be easily stored away in the staircase. The handles are the tiniest, quaintest little things imaginable, it seems funny to see handles on the stairs, but still one gets used to that in time. After all, comfort is the chief thing — at least, so the Frenchman who invented this novel contrivance seems to think. How to Store Your Fure The Russians have a special way of cleaning their furs which should be effective, as it is in general use in that cold country. They heat some rye flour in a muscae, getting it as hot as the hand can stand it. Then they spread this hot flour over the fur and rub it in well. The flour is then brushed out. Imitation white furs may be washed in warm soap and water. If the finshe of colored material it should be removed, as it might run and spoil the fur. When the fur is thoroughly washed it should be put out to dry, shaking it frequently to prevent the hairs from matting. How to Do Ironing Satisfactorily. FIRST of all the irons must be immaculately clean and suited to the article to be ironed. Irons come now in all sizes, for all purposes. Heat the irons slowly, but have them very hot before starting, even if they must be cooled later. Try them on a soft clean cloth. The ironing sheet also must be clean. For fine lingerie, cover the ordinary ironing sheet with thin material. For embroidery and lace, have a Turkish towel, planned tightly around the board. To stiffen articles slightly without starch rub them on the wrong side with warm water and borax. To clean the irons it starch sticks rub them over fine emery\paper, then with a little paraffin wrapped in muslin. If an iron becomes rusty scrub it with hot water and soap, then rub it very lightly with lard. Wipe it carefully with absorbent cotton to remove all traces of the lard. Never allow irons to get red hot, as it takes the temper out. Do not put a hot iron in water to cool it; stand it on one side for a few minutes. It is unease to put irons directly over the gas fire, as it spoils the iron. In the absence of a special device for holding them use an asbestos mat. When possible colored goods should be ironed on the wrong side, then pressed on the right. This brings out the coloring. All wool underwear ought not to be ironed, as ironing causes it to shrink. No Encouragement. Mrs. Short—Oh, dear, I do what we were rich! Just think of the good we could do if we only had lots of money! Mr. Short—True, my dear, but we can do a great deal of good in a quiet way now. Mr. Short—Xen, of course, but one will ever lose of it. CHARLES A. BECKER. Convicted Second Time For Murder of Reconcil, the Gambler. © 1914 by American Press Association. Man Nearly Killed in Fight With Bear A. B. McCloskey, who lives at Hyner, near, Lock Haven, Pa., was attacked and severely injured by a large bear in his yard, after he had shot it with a 22-caliber rifle. The bear came from the neighboring mountain after a calf. McCloskey hit the bear at short range, when it attacked him, throwing him to the ground, crushing him and mangling his left arm and leg. His life was saved when his wife and Mrs. William Riggle beat off the bear with a shovel and a club. Mrs. Riggle and Mr. and Mrs. McCloskey had frightened the bear away from a cow, but it picked the calf up in its forepaws and bit the rope off its neck. McCloskey grabbed the bear with his left hand and fired into its body with the target rifle. The bear threw him down and they struggled about on the ground, McCloskey clinging to its neck. Mrs. McCloskey and Mrs. Riggle then beat the bear, driving it away. A party of men started with dogs in pursuit of the bear soon after the attack, intending to kill it, even though the law was broken. Senator Bradley Dole William G. Bradley, United States senator from Kentucky died, in Washington after a lingering illness, aggravated by a fall. Senator Bradley, who was elected the first Republican governor of Kentucky in 1895, was born March 18, 1847, his father being a distinguished lawyer. He ran away twice to join the Union army, but was brought home. In 1865, at the age of eighteen, he was admitted to the bar, the legislature suspending the age qualifications by special act. Bradley won a national reputation by his speech seconding the nomination of Grant in the 1880 Republican convention. After having been a candidate four times, he was elected to the senate in 1908. --- Tried to Save Husband. Killed. While trying to keep her husband, who was walking in his sleep, from jumping out of a second-story window at their home at Hooversville, Pa. Mrs. C. H. Wheeler, wife of a wealthy lumber dealer, stumbled through the open window and was instantly killed. Wheeler also fell and sustained, it is thought, fatal injuries. Felix Dlaz at Toronto. General Felix Diaz, a nephew of Porfirio Diaz, ex-president of Mexico, and candidate for the presidency in case of the retirement of General Huerta, has taken a suite of rooms in a private hotel in Toronto. Can., to be near the mediation conference at Niagara Falls. In the Diaz-party are General Del Rio and seven other Mexicans. Tariff Loss $63,000,000. Armed with tables of figures, Senator Smoot, of Utah, told the senate that the total loss to the commerce of the country in the month of April as a result of the passage of the Underwood tariff law had been $63,000,000. He based this, he said, on reports as to increased importation and decreased exportation. He said this was at the rate of $766,000,000 loss a year. Peter Wanner a Sulicide. Peter D. Wanner, seventy-four years of age, one of the best known citizens of Reading, Pa., shot and killed himself at his home. He was a leading member of the bar; was at one time district attorney and later ran for the Democratic congressional nomination and was defeated. Theft of Kansas Beer O. K. Beer kegs, beer-bottles or beer are not protected by the Kansas laws, according to Municipal Judge Brady, of Kansas City. He holds that a man who steals beer kegs cannot be convicted. Captain Winstow Killed. Captain Richard Winslow, of the Coast Artillery, Corps, at Brownsville, Tex., was accidentally killed, according to information received by his family. P. Jackson. Miss. He was thirty years old. "In your daughter food of music?" "Terribly fond of it," replied Mr. Dumrox. "No matter how it sounds she seems to like it."-Washington Post. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA. The victims were riding with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Leutger, who were slightly hurt when the auto-mobile struck even. The image provided is too blurry and low-resolution to accurately recognize any text or graphics. It appears to be a grayscale image with no discernible content. Therefore, no text can be extracted from this image. Marines Holding Vera Cruz Railroad Terminal Marines hold the railroad terminal, Vera Cruz, with machine guns. This shows some of them in a doorway of the station behind three trunks, the arrow pointing to the machine gun. V. This was snapped as a detachment of United States marines marched to the temporary barracks in Vera Cruz during the occupation of that city. 100 This interesting picture was taken aboard the battleship Michigan off Vera Cruz. It shows the sailors lying flat on the deck with guns pointed at the city. They later took part in the conflict in the streets of the city and were used to restore order. Photo copyright, 1914, by American Press Association. American Jackie on Guard at Vera Cruz Reprints from the Archives are quite guarding independence avenue, the principal street of Vera Cruz. REAL ESTATE AGENTS & BROKERS. ```markdown ``` THE HOTEL This Magnificent Hotel, located in the heart of the Most Beautiful Sea shore Resort in the World; replete with every modern improvement superlative in construction, appointments, service and refined patronage Orchestra daily. Garage, Bath Houses, Tennis, Etc., on promises. Special attention given to ladies and children. Send for booklet. 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Carrying to death 964 of her passengers and crew, the steamship Empress of Ireland was sunk in the St. Lawrence river twenty miles off Rimouski Quebec, by the Swedish collier Storstad, in a collision in a dense fog. There are only 403 known survivors of the tragedy, which, it is feared, rivals in the toll of death that attend ing the sinking of the huge area greyhound, the Titanic. When the rescuing steamships arrived at the scene of the collision play found a spectacle somewhat similar to that which greeted the vessels that hastened to the aid of the Titanic's survivors. The Empress of Ireland had sunk within fourteen minutes after being rammed and only the tops of her funnels and her mastheads were to be seen above the surface of the St. Lawrence river. In the lifeboats were huddled the survivors, dazed and moaning, some of them dying of injuries. Few could give anything but incoherent, almost hysterical, accounts of what had happened. Crushed by the collision, injured in their efforts to leap into the lifeboats, or suffering from immersion in the icy water and exposure in the life boats in which they escaped, the survivors prevented a pitiful condition. Some had arms or legs broken and nearly all were clad only id their night clothes. The bodies of twenty-one person who died after, they were taken from the water, were sent ashore and were placed side by side on the wharf, with their faces covered. Carrying seventy-seven first-cab passengers, 206 in the second and 5 THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND. FIRST PRIZES. Offer a Suit of Clothes, a Gold Watch to the Mint of votes. Offer a Suit of Clothes, a Gold Watch to the Physi t number of votes. Offer a Suit of Clothes, a Gold Watch to the Fun t number of votes. Offer a Round Trip Ticket from Francisco to the Lady recei Use this Blank in send SUBSCRIPTION V DATE PLANET, North Fourth Street, Richmond, Virginia. enclosed $ . . . . for w and No. Votes to. Rev., Dr., F In the steerage, the Empress of Ireland left Quebec at half-past four o'clock on Thursday for Liverpool, and at a quarter before two o'clock in the morning ran into a dense fog twenty miles off Father Point, 175 miles down the St. Lawrence from Quebec. Lieutenant H. G. Kondall, of the Royal Naval Reserve, commander of the Empress of Ireland, reports that the steamer had stopped when the Storstad, a Swedish collier, bound for Quebec, struck her amidships on the port side. The Storstad literally tore her way almost to the Empress of Ireland's propellers, leaving a rent through which the water poured in such a deluge that she sank before many of the passengers were aware of what had happened: The stricken vessel sank as if dead. An explosion, apparently originating in her engine room, hastened her end and those persons who were able to make their way from their cabin found themselves on a perilous alanting deck. Many leaped and were drowned. Others were fortunate enough to grasp driftwood or were picked up by lifeboats. The rescued, fighting their way to the lifeboats from the careening deck, clinging desperately to the rails or leaping overboard, broke their arms or legs or otherwise injured them selves so badly that twenty-one died after being picked up. Brief wireless calls for help sent out by the Marconi operator of the Empress of Ireland were heard by the pilot boat Eureka at Rimouski, ten miles from the scene, and the Eureka followed by the Lady Evelyn; a mail tender, put on forced steam and made all speed for the spot. It was these two boats that found afloat the few lifeboats that were launched from the stricken ship and picked up the survivors they contained. Among those in the first cabin were Sir Henry Seton-Kerr, a noted English lawyer and big game hunter, and Laurence Irving, son of the late Sir Henry Irving, and his wife, Mabel Hackney. When the rescue ships reached the scene they found nine lifeboats from the Empress, all jammed full, and many of the occupants wounded. Wreckage covered the river everywhere. The Stirratad, her bow badly crumple, was still on the scene picking up the living wherever she could. In one of the lifeboats crouched Captain Kendall, dazed and greatly shaken. He had leaped from the deck and had been picked up by members of made to order, a Silver minister who receives the made to order, a Silver physician or Dentist, who rece made to order, a Silver general Director, who rece met to the Panama Expo receiving the Highest number Voting in subscription VOTING BLANK. which send The Planet for State Fun. Dir. or Lady PRIZES PLANET PRIZES his crew. T. R. Ready to Seize Mines in 1902, "Colonel T. Moorevelt, while he was testifying in New York city before a referee in the suit brought by Alexander T. Wales, an attorney, against John P. 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I told him that if he would help me he could vote to impeach me later if he washed. I asked Quay to arrange to have Governor Stone, of Pennsylvania, when I notified the governor, send word to me that he was unable to control the situation, and then I would send in the army. "I planned to have General Schofield go in and take charge with the troops and act practically as a receiver for the mines. I told the general it would be equivalent to action taken in time of war, and that he must say no threat to any other authority—no need to a writ from a judge or anything else except my commands. He said he would do so." Farmer Blows Head Off. In a fit of despondency Daniel Keasler, twenty-nine years old, a farmer of near Bowmansville, Pa., blew the top of his head off with a shotgun. Keasler took his life in a bedroom in his father's home. Would Exile Consumptives. That consumptives should be confined in health compounds and forbidden to lead a city life, is advocated by Dr. Guelpa, a leading Paris physician, in the current number of La Rovne. We Offer a Gold-headed Cane to the Minister receiving the Second Highest number of votes We Offer a Gold-headed Cane to the Physician or Dentist receiving the Second Highest number of votes. We Offer a Gold-headed Cane to the Funeral Director receiving the Second Highest number of votes. We Offer a Silver Service to the Lady who receives the Second Highest number of votes. (State whether a Minister, Physician Dentist, Funeral Director or Lady.) This Coupon is good for Five Votes and will not be good after Sept. 1, 1914. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. EMPRESS OF IRELAND NOTED FOR PER SPEED. The Empress of Ireland, the Canadian Pacific railway station, was in the St. Lawrence river, was probably the longest train route between Canadian ports and Liverpool. The established a record in 1886, three years after her embarking when Quebec made the voyage from Quebec to Liverpool in five days and ten hours. SECOND PRIZES. THE PLANET VOTING CONTEST. COUPON OR BALLOT. FOR THE MOST POPULAR ONE. e for _____ sion _____ whether a Minister, Physician, coupon is good for Five Votes a PLANET PRIZES PLAN NOTICE. The Ashburn Brothers Mfg. Co. (Inc.), Established 1909; Office and Factory, Lynchburg, Va. The race's most progressive business men and women as stockholders. Hard work will win. Mr. Adolphus Humbles, the great Negro Philanthropist and friend, who is lending Virginia Seminary at this time, $20,000; Mr. Jack Everette, who erected the great True Reformer's Building in Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Mary R. Hayes Allen, who was the widow of Prot. Hayes and others have lined up to make this one of the greatest Negro enterprises in the Country. We are in position to fill all orders promptly. We can give better material and better workmanship for less money. We make shirts to fit you; send in your order now. We can start you in profitable busi- peses at home taking orders for the Factory. Send $1.50 for first-class sample shirts and outfit for taking orders. Stock sale $10.00 per share. Write today, to THE ASHBURN BROS. SHIRT MFG. CO., Lynchburg, Va. 4t HOUSE AND LAND FOR SALE Frank Waugh has FOR SALE, ONE HOUSE and 15 ACRES OF LAND. Price, ($950,00) Nine Hundred and fifty dollars. One-half Cash Balance. Monthly Payments. Glasgow, Virginia. Do. You Know Them? John Withers died recently in Staubenville, Ohio, leaving a widow. His K. of P. policy had been assigned to his mother, Mary Elizabeth Withers. He had other relatives. His father's name was Johnson Withers. Any information will be gladly received at this office. Tradition has it that the carpet industry owes its origin to the Saracens who occupied the disaster inflicted on the army of Abd al Rhaman by Charles Married on the battlefield of Fottiers in the past TRL. In the sixteenth century the carpet industry extended to the towns of Feltin, Vollagarde, Montier Rambam, Chinatown and other towns in the vicinity of Ansbury. NOTICE. Carpet Making. (Name) an Dentist, Funeral Director and will not be good after Se NET PRIZES VALUE OF VOTES. 2 Months, 25c. 10 4 Months, 50c. 30 8 Months, $1.00 90 12 Months, $1.50 150 Do You Know Them? Mound Bayou, Miss., May 6, 14. Any information leading to my people will be thankfully received. Now this is the condition of the case and it might seem very late for I have been promising to try for a long, long time. On or about 1855 or 1858 I think according to grandma's information, grandma and her four girl children were sold at Jackson, Miss, and the slave traders had been prompted to not let her write back for she was minor heirs property and they said the heirs would pursue and take them, therefore she never did get any correspondence with her people. Now her people, her owners, were named Thomas Tucker and her brother was named Bill Tucker. Her name was Rosa Tucker and her four girls names were as follows; the oldest was my mother, her name was Margrett; next was named Jennie; next, Matilda and the baby or younger, Josephine. Her owners were prominent white people and lived in the city of Richmond, Va. If there are any of the Tuckers in or around about, please see the oldest ones to see if they can remember Grandina Rosa, she was small in statue, weighing about 105 pounds. If there are any of them please let them write me and you wjll greatly oblige Yours truly. ALEX. MYERS. Engagements Wanted Smith and Bondurant, Redned Musical and Dramatic Entertainers, are open for engagements. For terms, dates, etc., address RICHARD BONDURANT. 61 Hudson St., New Rochelle, N. Y. AGENTS WANTED—I HAVE THE Best Agent's Proposition ever offered, as regular or add line, you can make from $16 to $30 per week. Listen in partitions. Write for partitions. GRBORN MARK- DEN, Box 64, Chester, Va. 6 --- Dixie Theatre VAUDEVILLE AND STOCK. 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