The Rising Son

Rising Son It Pays to Advertise in the Rising Son for it Reaches More Homes of Colored Peop.e than any other Paper in the State. ANNA B. BURTON 11835 It Pays to Adv VOLUME VIII. Good Old Tai An. 1 Protests against Empress An's course may be withdrawn, now that it has been discovered that she is beheading journalists instead of editors. Bank Notes as Fuel. The novel spectacle of a steamer being stoked with bank-notes was once witnessed at a Mediterranean port. Forty-five sacks of the apparently valuable paper were tossed into the furnace of the vessel's boiler. The notes were canceled documents of the Bank Algiers. Charge for Table Napkin. On the continent of Europe the table napkin is charged to you, put down in cold pencil on the check brought by the waiter—two cents in our money, whatever it may happen to be in centimes or pfennigs. Regulation for Track Walkers. Track walkers for certain Massachusetts railroads are now required to wind a registering clock at certain points every hour and records are kept, to be examined weekly by the superintendent. KANSAS CITY MO., FRIDAY, JANUARY 1, 1904. 1903 1904 Ring soft and low ye brazen bells! Each mournful note the end foretells of dying year - Reverberating, sweet, sublime, Our solemn voices lift their chime, And as the last tones die away, The year is but a memory. Ring loud and clear, ye silvery bells! Each joyful note the birth foretells Of glad New Year! Herald a true and lasting peace Proclaim that strife and wrong shall cease, Ring in a deeper, truer sense Of God's benign omnipotence. A New York church that keeps silence respecting its wealth is the Dutch Collegiate, which is reputed to have an income from investments of $400,000 a year. Trinity church has an income from its investments of over $1,000,000 per annum. Export of Coal. We export $20,000,000 worth of coal a year. France produces about 600,000 tons of coal a year and has buy 15,000,000 more. Monster Eight-Year-Old. A German medical paper reports that at a school inspection in Brandenburg an eight-year-old boy was presented who weighs 9 stone and stands 5 feet $ 3 \frac{1}{2} $ inches. The young prodigy is physically and mentally well developed. German Canaries the Best. German canaries excel all other canaries as singers. One has been known to continue a single trill for a minute and a quarter, with twenty changes of note in it. n.c. Export of Coal. We export $20,000,000 worth of coal a year. France produces about 34,000,000 tons of coal a year and has to buy 15,000,000 more. World's Coldest Spot World's Coldest Spot. Yakutsk, Russia, is the coldest place in the world. The mercury some- times falls to 73 degrees below zero. improved Electric Lamp. The Nerst electrical lamp consumes but half as much energy as the ordinary incandescent lamp. Cost of Fires. The annual loss from the burning of buildings in the United States is about $135,000,000, not including cost of insurance and the appliances for fire protection. The various churches gave their usual Christmas festivities. The Christmas tree feautre was of more general interest this year than here-tofore. The trees at all of the churches were laden with many good things to please the hearts of the dear friends and the little ones. Among those that celebrated the usual custom were the Second Baptist, Vine St. Baptist, Pleasant Green Baptist, Allen Chapel, Ebenezer and St. John's chapel. If our readers could find as much time to pay for the Son as the Son finds time to supply them with the news, it would be enabled to give lots more news and better encouragement. Editor Duncan Oath of the Liberator or brought out a commendable holiday number. Mr. Oath is bringing the Liberator to the front. The four K. of P. lodges of Kansas City, consisting of McKinley No. 21, Lilly No. 8, New Era No. 40 and No. 43, held a joint installation December 30th, at 553 Main street. Officers installed as chancel commandery were C. B. Russell of McKinley; Felix Payne of the New Era; W. H. Taylor of Lilly and H. R. Graham of _____. The ceremonies were performed by Grand D. D.'s B. F. Adams and Lewis Woods. Our success during the past year has been wonderful, but we look for ra greater progress in the future. The K. P.'s are looking forward to giving a grand entertainment some time in January, 1904. Dr. Snelson, who has succeeded Dr. Owens as presiding elder of the Fifth Episcopal district, opened his first quarter at Allen chapel last Sunday, under very favorable comment. The Doctor took for his text, "What profits a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul." He drew vividly to the minds o f those present the examples to be followed in the explanation of the text. Dr. Snelson enters upon the duties o this new field with the promises of a flattering success. Rev Vaughn of the St. John chapel preached the sacramental sermon with the assistance of Rev. F. J. Peck. Dr Peck is well pleased with the outlook of Allen Chapel, both as to finance and increase of membership. Dispute Over Planet Mars A recent dispatch from Prof. Percival Lowell from Flagstaff, Ariz, stating that a large projection of Mars has been discovered, leads Prof. Garrett P. Serviss to declare that the planet is undoubtedly inhabited. On the other hand, Prof. Garmarion of Paris declares that the projection is only an illumination of the clouds or lofty mountain summits in the setting sun, and that many other analogous observations have already been made. Has Faith in Kansas. Gov. Bailey of Kansas has inexhaustible faith in the agricultural future of his state. Since his inauguration he has had numerous offers for his fine farm in Nemaha county, but has never been tempted by the figures named. There are several hundred acres in the place, and the governor has been offered $75 an acre several times, but thinks it worth the even $100 at least—Chicago Chronicle. Best Coal for Navies The coal from the Glamorganshire field in South Wales is regarded as superior to all other steam coal by the navies of the world. Its rival from the United States is the Pocahontas coal from West Virginia. Lives of Dogs and Cats. The dog grows for two years and lives for ten or twelve. The cat grows only for about eighteen months and may also live for ten years, in very exceptional cases for twice as long. NUMBER 40 THE OXFORD. Swell Folks Make a Swell Affair. The president, A. L. Cox, and Sect. L. H. Triplett, and Lean H. Jordan, reasurer, deserve great credit for their management of the Oxford club at this time. The Oxford Club gave their ball on last Tuesday evening at Burns' Hall which was a grand success in every way. The members at this time spared no pains in entertaining their guestst of both in the city and out. The members of the club carried out their part of the program to the letter. They were all in Full Dress. The hall was beautifully decorated and the menu was indeed grand. The ladies that were in attendnce were nicely dressed. In their costumes they represented most every color which was suitable to the occasion; they had flowers to match. Those present were the following: Prof. W. E. Griffith and wife; T. H. Clay and wife; Ed Clay and wife; John Hearned and wife; Frank Buffkin and wife; Dr. J. E. Berry and wife; Sandy Edwards and wife; Dr. F. C. Chattman and wife; J. E. Carpenter and wife; George Teeters and wife; Will Garritt and wife; Harry Rilly and wife; Mrs. John Lang, Mrs. Sallie Booker, Mrs. Jane Woodland, Mrs. Ada Jordan, Misses Jennie Clay, Edna Jorden, Annie Jones, Stella Cole and Miss Ida Foster, Miss Nella Lore, Miss Ella Watkins, Miss Ida Godford, Miss May Barnes, Miss Minie Hubbard, Miss Ella Sweatman, Miss Lulu Sweatman; Mr. C. A. Jackson, Mr. W. H. Watson, Mr. A. L. Cox, Mr. James Wilson, Mr. James Young, Mr. Kirk Wilson, Mr. J. T. Roberts, Mr. L. Montgomery, Mr. John Russel, Charles Washington, Mr. Will Griffin, Mr. Blake Brown, Mr. L. H. Jorden, Mr. J. W. Moss, Mr. W. H. Page, Mr. Ed Louis. We are to feel congratulated of the Oxford cubb at this time. LEXINGTON NEWS Rev. Coldwell from the Indian Territory preached at the Baptist church Sunday. Miss. Maggie Davis left Saturday morning for St. Louis. Miss Bettie Collins returned home Sunday morning. Mrs. John Johnson is quite ill. Mr. Henry Mason is on the sick list. Mr. Harvey Washington, who was sent to the home of Mrs. Nancy Brown, died Wednesday, December 15th and was buried on the 17th. His funeral was preached at the A. M. E. church by Rev. A. A. Gilbert. Mr. Barber Hook, Mrs. Shell Olden and also Mr. James are on the sick list. Born to the wife of Rev. J. P. Epps, a girl. Mrs. Aggie Williams is quite ill. Mrs. Rhoda Reed of Kansas City were. Mr. John Mewer of Odessa was the guest of Mr. Grundy Burton Sunday. Deborah Tabernacle, No. 31, will give their entertainment on Dec. 20th. They will give away a fine center table to the one holding the lack/ number. Smallest Inhabited Island The smallest inhabited island in the world is that on which the Eddystone lighthouse stands. At low water it is 30 feet in diameter; at high water the base of the lighthouse, the diameter of which is 28%; in it, is completely covered by the waves. British Potato Eamine The Yorkshire Post, Leeds, England, says that to find a parallel for the serious outbreak of disease in the potato crop one must go back to the black years 1877-1879, or even to the years of 1872-1873, when the regent potato, from which many growers had made their fortunes, utterly failed. A BREAK THAT THREATENS THE ENTIRE DYKE. FREE TRADE DYKE OF PROTECTION UNITED RECIPROCITY STATES DINGLEY TARIFF ACT IS NOT POPULAR PELUCTANT REPUBLICAN SUPP PORT OF THE CUBAN BILL. President McKinley Quoted by Cong gressman Hepburn to Prove That the Only Sound Reciprocity is That Which Excludes Competitive Products. The number and the names of the Republican representatives who voted reluctantly and under protest for the Cuban reciprocity bill will never be known. It is, however, perfectly well known that a large number, probably a majority, voted for the bill under pressure of one sort or another and against their better judgment. Mr. Hepburn of Iowa, like the most of his associates, laeked the courage to vote according to his convictions and against the bill, but he had the courage to say that he voted for it under constraint and unwillingly. In his speech of November 19 Mr. Hepburn confessed that he was yielding to coercion when he said: "Mr. Chairman, I have intimated that I intend to vote for this bill, and yet I confess I do it with reluctance. I do it because a large majority of my associates seem to think that it is necessary, because the administration very heartily approves of it, because the last Republican state convention o. the State of Iowa declared in favor of it. Therefore I intend to vote for it, but I am not satisfied with the reasoning indulged in by gentlemen in support of it." Under ordinary circumstances people who disapprove of a measure vote against it. It would seem, however, that extraordinary circumstances must have impelled Mr. Hepburn and a hundred or more just like him to stifle their convictions and help enact into law a bill which they know to be bad in principle and vicious in practice. I like the gentleman from lowland, all of these unwilling supporters of the Cuban bill did the wrong thing with their eves wide open. All of them in so doing confessed that they surrendered to influences stronger than their con- A BREAK THAT THREAT DYKE OF PRO UNITED DINGLEY TARIFF sciences, more potent than their convictions. Mr. Hepburn was neither worse nor better than his associates, so far as his vote was concerned. They were all in the same boat. The speech of the Iowa congressman was full of good reasons for sticking to his principles. He denied that we owe anything to Cuba and rightly argued that in sacrificing many lives and three or four hundred millions of treasure we incurred no moral obligation to assassinate any of our own industries for Cuba's benefit. He declared his belief in Republican reciprocity—namely, non-competitive reciprocity, the reciprocity that McKinley advocated in the last speech he ever uttered: "We should take from our customers such of their products as we can use without harm to our industries and labor." "That," said Congressman Hepburn, "is what William McKinley said." And then he asked: "What is there in that that gives encouragement to men who claim that the competitive article, the article that does harm to our industries or does harm to our labor, is to be the subject of reciprocal agreement?" And yet Congressman Hepburn voted for the Cuban bill. But so did something over a hundred Republicans in the House. There was applause and approval on the Republican side when the eloquent speaker deprecated the democratic free trade policy which "looks to the support of people beyond the seas rather than to the interest and happiness of our own people." It was a fine sentiment finely expressed. And yet Mr. Hepburn and more than a hundred others of his party voted to do that identical thing; voted in the interest of "people beyond the seas, rather than to the interest and happiness of our own people." Like the reluctant dame described by Byron: "And whispering 'I will ne'er consent'—consented." Philippine Tariff Reductions. Senator Lodge has introduced a bill placing all Philippine products on the free list, except sugar and tobacco, and on these a duty of only 50 per cent of the tariff imposed on like products from other foreign countries will be imposed if the bill becomes a law. This would mean a reduction of one-half in the duty on sugar, and it would be a more injurious blow to the sugar beet industry than the proposed reduction of 20 per cent in the duty on sugar from Cuba. There is no foundation for a claim that this reduction should be made on Philippine sugar. It would be made at the expense of an American industry which needs protection. If there is any merit in the protective tariff theory at all it applies in the case of the beet sugar industry. As a result of the proposed reduction of 50 per cent in the tariff on Philippine sugar, great sugar plantations would be started in those islands and it is altogether possible that legislation would be crowded through permitting the importation of Chinese labor into the archipelago for the purpose of working such plantations. The Philippines are costing the people of this country millions of dollars every year, and it mures to the benefit of the inhabitants of those islands rather than to the people of the United States. Certainly we should not be asked to go farther and destroy one of our industries in order to make the sugar plantations of the Philippines more profitable.—Denver Republican. To Attack the Tariff The majority of those who are constantly sounding the praises of reciprocity have no other purpose except to attack the tariff by the only means at hand. Of course there are a few who honestly believe that reciprocity in competitive products is consistent with a protective tariff. But there are not many of that kind. Reciprocity reminds one of the men who used to call themselves "bimetallists." Men used to stand around and say, "We are in favor of the use of gold and silver both; we are bimetallists." They would proceed to say that there was not gold enough in the country to make a currency, therefore silver must be used. Time demonstrated that all such men were silver standard ENS THE ENTIRE DYKE. FREE TRADE TECTION STATES men. In this instance time will demonstrate that the radical advocates of reciprocity will necessarily land in the Democratic party.—Des Moines Capital. Would Injure Eighty Per Cent Senator Allison is an acknowledged authority on economics. He always knows what he is talking about. He says that only 20 per cent of goods are made by trusts in this country, and he deals in facts because he knows. In other words the tariff has nothing to do with the formation of trusts. The tariff is intended to keep countries where labor and material are cheap from flooding our country with articles which will bankrupt our producers and force labor into idleness. To remove the tariff, he says, from trust made goods would remove protection from 80 per cent of goods made by independent manufacturers. Free traders should give this subject serious thought.—Davenport Republican. Hange to Calamity The Waterloo Times-Tribune is a truly Democratic newspaper. Under a block head entitled "Hot shot for the prosperity makers," it publishes a column or so calamity items. Since the miserable failure of the last Cleveland administration it is wonderful with what tenacity the Democratic party hangs to calamity.—Vinton (Iowa) Eagle. The Better Way. The case is clear. It is better to protect your own and take chances on other nations buying of you than to throw open your industries to foreign competition, with the possibility of not producing any manufactures which they want to purchase.—Troy Times. Which? The Democrats claim that free trade will capture the trade of the world for the United States. To do so it will be necessary to cut the incomes of American wage-earners on a level with underpaid foreign labor. Which do you prefer, gentlemen? Davenport (iowa) Republican. --- CUPOLA SKETCHES BY BYRON WILLIAMS Where Home Is. I am weary of lock-outs and coal smoke, Of railways and cobbles and noise; I long to go back to the country To eat mush- and milk with the natives And swap stories down at the store; To sleep on the fat feather bed-tick That's built away up from the floor! I am weary of dodging and crowding. Of dandles and lackeys and such; I long to go back to the country Where "show" is not overly much. To meet mush- and slaplocks And holler across our walls. At neighbors I knew when a youngster— Those neighbors of thrift and of And rest with all trouble discharged. Just rest in the old patch-work cushions. And gaze at the pictures enlarged. There's father and mother and William, At least in that who is dead— And me—a fat little shaper. I A PICTURE OF UNCLE. With hair plastered close to my head; And sister and Susan and uncle— All hung in their black oval frames. Suspended from nails in the plaster.— And under the pictures the names! Yes, I'm weary of hoping and striving, On slaving all day in the din; I long to meet the country And think it all over again; To get a new grip on the throttle, Get steam for the mountainous land, To gain inspiration and courage That comes from the firm, horny hand! So at nightfall it's off to the sleeper, I go to the farm to carry my birthplace, But speeds to the land for my birthplace, Where once I was "one of the boys." 999 The Romans Again Over in Rome (New York) history repeats itself! General Caesar is janitor in a twelve-flat building in the Proscenium de Publicusco, across the court from the Tiberius Bastillo. It is a cold and marrow-chilling morning in Rome. Calius Pompayus, in his slumbering toga, and with great goose pimples on his legs, is tiptoeing angrily about his apartment. "A bast!" he cries. "A bas! Here it is sun-up in Rome, and the thermometer bulb at only 37 degrees above freezing!" Rushing wildly to the court bedroom he shouts up the area-way: "Citizens, neighbors, boarders, roomers, jays who are visiting and avoiding hotel bills!" "Sie semper tyrannus!" "Siceem!" "Sic!" With low mutterings that grew from infinitesimal grumbling into a mighty din of discord, the populace of the vicinity of the Proscenium de Publicusco rushed into the Areno des Alleyo, Marcus Junius Brutus in the lead. "Pro bono publico!" he bellowed. "Portico de front porchlo! Down with Caesar!" At this juncture Caesar himself issued from the boiler region and stood aghast, pale and trembling. Slowly the menacing mob drew nearer and nearer! "S'death! S'death to the janitorio!" they cried in chorus. Hardly had the angry echoes died in the area-way, than Marcus Junius Brutus, armed with a frozen weiner-wurst, sprang with uplifted hand toward General Caesar. With one stifling gasp the janitorio wailed: "Pro justicio!" murmured the crowd. "Nux vomica, ripe tomato yabananio! Rushthecaneo! S'death!" Then they elected Marcus Junius Brutus janitor, and dispersed forthwith. --- Sowing the Seed. It is better to smile than to grieve, dear heart: It is better to praise than to scoff, dear heart; It is better to give than to take, dear heart; It is better to trust than to doubt, dear heart; Better to peace at the last! Better to feel that your life was good Than regret for a selfish past! It is sweetest in faith to sleep, dear heart; Sweetest to know His smile. It is better to be thine own self, my dear; True to thyself apart! Then thou canst be naught but pure and WHEN MILLVILLE WENT BROKE. Artful Drummer "Puts Up a Job" on Gufieless Villagers. "Uncle Jerry" was known to everybody in Millville. A little, dried-up old man, he was always complaining. The form of salutation invariably was: "Hello, Uncle Jerry!" "Yass, yass." "How you feeling?" "Wretched, wretched, thank ye." Never any deviation from that. A traveling man got on to the old man's peculiarities. One day he was telling stories to a crowd on the drug store steps when Uncle Jerry was seen coming up the street. "Isn't that old Crawford?" asked the drummer, shading his eyes with his hand. "Yes." "He's the man that always replies that he's 'pretty well, praise God'?" "Oh, no! He's the man who always replies that he's 'wretched, wretched, thank ye.'" "I may be mistaken, but I don't think so." "Of course you are." "Well, I'll bet twenty dollars that when he comes up and you ask him how he is he will reply as I said." There were seven villagers present, and all they could raise was $16. They handed that out fast enough, however, and it had been covered when Uncle Jerry came along. They were on the grin when the drummer called out: "Hello, Uncle Jerry!" "Yass, yass." "Pretty well, praise God," replied Uncle Jerry, as he passed along. It was two minutes before the villagers could get their breath, and then the drummer had gone with the stakes. They afterward learned that Uncle Jerry had used up two hours learning his "Pretty well, praise God," for which he got a dollar an hour. SUGAR AS A STIMULANT. Physical Culture Teacher Advises Its Liberal Use. One of the numerous physical culture teachers up town departs from the faith of trainers in advising his pupils to eat all the sugar they can get, says the New York Press. Either in taking off flesh or in putting on flesh his advice is to make sugar, in some form or other, a liberal part of the daily diet. At the Madison Square Garden physical culture show next month he intends to exhibit two or three pupils to substantiate the efficacy of his methods. "Sugar is a very powerful stimulant and a great producer of nerve force," he said. "I spent two winters in the Klondike, where the miners eat enormous quantities of sugar and molasses. They even sweeten salt pork with it. Men who simply soak themselves in sweets do twice the work of men who let sugar alone. Swiss mountaineers always carry a liberal supply of sugar in their kits. Negroes in the harvest fields grow fat on sugar cane. "In hot or cold climates a liberal diet of sugar will put a man in the finest possible condition. Whatever bad effects sugar may have at first are soon remedied by exercise. It has been a fad for two or three years to howl against the use of sugar, but there is no sound physiological reason for it." There is hardly anything we will not undertake to win it. **The lawyer and the teacher** **And—we hate to say it—preacher.** **Are never quite so busy but they'll spare** **a little minute** **To listen to the offer** **That will fill the private coffer.** **They're sure to answer to the call that** **has the money in it.** And whence'er he find a tender heart, before he seeks to win it. With sly and rugish glances, Always ask about finances; He really doesn't care to wed unless there's money in it. And they say the politician Figures every proposition And sets his price on everything before he will begin it; It is not his real vocation By his deeds to save the nation Unless, perchance, it happens there is lots of money in it. A man, so runs the story, Who, without the gates of glory, When told of inner bliss and urged to enter and begin it. -Hank Spink in Boston Herald. Bridge of Fish. The salmon are so thick in the mouth of Mill creek just below the government fishery racks, says a Redding dispatch to the San Francisco Call, that they are seen right up to the surface of the water, and so closely packed together that a person looking upon the mass would feel that he could cross the creek dry shod by stepping on the backs of the fish as they appear above the water. They are crowded up by the mass which extends down to the bottom of the stream. At the fishery the fish can be secured in greater quantities than they can be handled, and the hatchery is running at its full capacity. Some days as many as 1,000,000 eggs are secured. People from the southern part of the county go to the hatchery for the fish which are given away after the spawning operation. Many millions of young salmon will be hatched this season as operations have been under way for some time and may continue for some time longer if the river does not rise too high. FAMOUS INDIAN CHIEF DYING. Red Cloud, Fighting Leader of Ogallalla Sioux, on Death Bed. Once the recognized chief of a numerous tribe, now stricken with the infirmities of his 85 years, broken in health and spirit, scarcely able to see or hear, Red Cloud, the famous Ogallalla Sioux Indian, is dying in a tepee in the corner of the yard surrounding the little wooden house which the government built for him many years ago on the Pine Ridge agency near the Black Hills in South Dakota. As was the case with many before him Red Cloud secured fame by the shedding of human blood. Prior to the Fetterman or Fort Phil Kearney massacre, where Col. Fetterman's C. W. Red Cloud. force of eighty-four soldiers was ambushed and annihilated, he was but little known. The Indians say that Red Cloud was not present at the Fetterman massacre. Be that as it may, he certainly got the credit of having planned it, a circumstance which he did not hesitate to fully make use of in gaining absolute control over his tribe. He continued fighting against the government until about twenty-three years ago, when he signed a peace treaty. He then buried his tomahawk and has never since then broken his compact with the government. When he fought the whites he did so with terrible earnestness and ferocity. Descending like a whirlwind of death upon a settlement, he always left a gory path behind him; but when he signed the treaty of peace he did it in good faith, and for twenty-three years he has lived in amity with his white brethren. WHEN JUSTICE HARLAN FORGOT. Kentucky Jurist Saved Situation in Nick of Time. A Kentucky distiller tells this story at the expense of Justice Harlan or the United States supreme court. They were fellow guests at a reception in Washington and the hostess rallied the justice on his failure to drink more than one glass of punch. He replied that as a Kentuckian he felt disloyal to drink his other than straight, adding that just then he was out of the genuine tipple in his home. The distiller that evening telegraphed to his manager, who sent the justice a case of his best. Next Sunday the two men met in the church of which Mr. Harlan is a deacon. The distiller was coming down the steps when the justice called to him: "That was splendid," Then, remembering where he was, he added hastily: "The sermon, I mean, of course." CHICAGO MAN GIVEN POST. L. O. Murray to Be Assistant Secretary of Commerce and Labor. Lawrence O. Murray of Chicago, who has been chosen assistant secretary of the Department of Commerce and Labor at Washington, is at present secretary of the Central Trust Company of Illinois. Three years ago he went to Chicago, prior to which time he had been trust officer of the Central Trust Company of America at New York. This will not be the M. WESTMORE O'MURDO LAWRENCE O. MURRAY first government office that Mr. Murray has held, for he has been private secretary to the assistant secretary of the treasury, and has been deputy comproller of the currency, holding the latter position two years. Mr. Murray was born at Addison. N. Y., in 1864; was educated at Niagara university and was admitted to the bar in New York city in 1893. He is a friend of Secretary Cortelyou. Where Storks Are a Blessing. Were it not for the multitude of storks that throng to Egypt every winter there would be no living in some part of the country for, after every inundation, frogs appear in devastating numbers. Buys American Oil British India buys abroad $260,706,000 worth a year, of which the United States supplies $3,772,000, or about one-ninetieth. The largest item from the United States is $1,000,000 worth of kerosene oil. There is more Catarina in this section of the country than all other diseases put together, and until the last two years was supposed to be incurable. For a case and prescribed pronouncement a clinical case and prescribed pronouncement failed to cure with local treatment, pronounced if incurable. Science has proven catarina to be a common treatment. Hail Catarina Cure, manufactured by F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio, is the only company on the market. It is taken internally in doses from the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. They offer one hundred dollars for any case if it fails to cure. Send for circulars and testimonials. Address: J. CHENEY & CO. Toledo, O Bobb & Durgaite E-mail: Family Fills are the best. This flirting they talk about: every man does a little of it, or tries to. To the housewife who has not yet become acquainted with the new things of every day use in the market and who is reasonably satisfied with the old, we would suggest that a trial of Defiance Cold Water Starch be made at once. Not alone because it is guaranteed by the manufacturers to be superior to any other brand, but because each 10c package contains 16 ozs., while all the other kinds contain but 12 ozs. It is safe to say that the lady who once uses Defiance Starch will use no other. Quality and quantity must win. The stuffed potato is a later "piece de resistance" than the stuffed egg. Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children Successfully used by Mother Gray, nurse in the Children's Home in New York, cure Constipation, Feverishness, Bad Stomach, Beetling Disorders, move and regulate the Beehive and Destroy Worms. Over 30,000-testimonial ugglusters. 25c. Sample FREE. Address A.S. Olmsted, LeRoy, N.Y. Sentiment is against old Mr. Man, but he usually has his way. A Bare Good Thing "Am using ALLEN'S FOOT-EASE, and can truly say I would not have been without it so long, had I known the relief it would give my aching feet. I think it a rare good thing for anyone having sore or tired feet.—Mrs. Matilda Holtwert, Providence, R.I." Sold by all Druggists, 22c. Ask to-day. No man can serve both God and Mammon and very few try. Dealers say that as soon as a customer tries Defance Starch it is impossible to sell them any other cold water starch. It can be used cold or boiled. Holiday fakirs are taking time by the forelock. $36.00 per M. Lewis' "Single Binder," straight 50 cigar, costs more than other brands, but this price gives the dealer a fair profit—and the smoker a better cigar. Lewis' Factory, Peoria, Ill. Many a man is so cool in the hour of danger that he actually shivers. Pise's Cure is the best medicine we ever used for all affections of the throat and lunes.—Wm. O. ENDSLEY, Vanburen, Ind., Feb. 10, 1900. When some people do, good deeds there are extinguating circumstances. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup. For children teething, softens the gums, reduces inflammation, always pain, curts wind solic. Use a bottle. The hat that suits a woman seldom has a price that suits her husband. Perfectly simple and simply perfect is dyeing with PUTNAM FADELESS DYES. Of all games of chance matrimony is the most hazardous. Superior quality and extra quantity must win. This is why Defiance Starch is taking the place of all others. It's nice to have people around you like. No chromos or cheap premiums, but a better quality and one-third more of Defiance Starch for the same price of other starches. The shoemaker who sticks to his last is awl right. DO YOUR CLOTHES LOOK YELLOW? If so, use Red Cross Ball Blue. It will make them white as snow. 2 oz. package 5 cents. It's other people's money that is the root of all evil. RECORD RUN TO KANSAS CITY. Wabash Train Makes Trip in Five Hours and Fifty Minutes. Hours and Fifty Minutes. Wabash train No. 9, fast mail between St. Louis and Kansas City, made a record-breaking run from St. Louis to Kansas City Sunday afternoon. The schedule time for starting is 2:20 p. m., and the regular time for the run is seven hours and ten minutes. No. 9 started one hour late, lost twenty minutes on the way and pulled into Kansas City on time, making the run in five hours and fifty minutes, five minutes faster than any previous record. There was a full equipment of a mail car, combination car, chair car and diner. At many places along the route the train showed a speed of seventy miles an hour, and between Mexico and Montgomery City a mile a minute was reeled off. The distance is twenty-four miles, and it took just twenty-four minutes to make the trip. The train was in charge of Conductor J. S. Gould. The engineer was Charles Summerville.—St. Louis republic. Some men who clamor for just are lucky to escape it. RELIGIOUS COMMENT Labor. What profit hath he that worketh in that wherein he laboreth?"—Ecclesiastes in it. Where the sullen desert slept There came a king to rule; Where the sluggish river crept Through shallow and through pool, Came to the river and strong The silences to break With ceaseless, humming song; "O, ye who sleep, awake!" Night was day—and endless dawn! All at this king's command; Still his work swept on and on And utterly blossomed; Deserts blossomed as the rose And wonderous cities grew. But this king unresting goes In search of deeds to do. Bare of arm and brown of hand And clear and keen of eye. Knocked at the sand Uncounted countries lie: Knowing that the drowsing plain He may awake at length To lie of golden grain. He chants to strength. At the thrilling of his call The forest and the field, City street and city wall A yeild, echo yield. Of it all, what is his gain? What profit has he won? This: He has beneath his reign The Kingdom of Things Bone. —Chicago Tribune. QUIET HOUR Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.—Romans, xlii. The Christian is to be no hermit, no recluse who draws his heart into his shell, and goes self-absorbed along the way of life, thinking only of his own affairs. His heart is to be open to the cries of joy as well as sorrow. He is to have a tender heart, easily reached with the gladness or the sorrow of his neighbor. "Rejoice," says Paul, "with them that do rejoice; weep with them that weep." The way this command is put robs it of all possible selfishness. We are to rejoice with other people in their joy. A great many selfish people envy the joy of others, and would, if they could rob them of it and leave them bare, carrying all the joy away for them selves. But the Christian idea is to rejoice with the one who is glad and thus reinforce and increase his gladness. You know some lonely man or woman who has few friends, and when a letter or some little experience that seems trifling to you with your many friends and your numerous sources of happiness comes to that man or that woman it is a real opportunity given of God to you to listen with kindling eye and appreciative face and word while they talk to you of their joy. There is no more regrettable mistake for any Christian to make than to permit himself to become so self-absorbed, no matter how great his work may be, that he shall become a kill-joy to weak and ordinary people who look to him for appreciation in the gladness which comes to their lives. Jesus Christ was never so self-absorbed in his sublime mission for the world's salvation that he could not enter with sympathetic heart and tender appreciation into the joys as well as the sorrows of others. He cast no dark shadow at the wedding feast, but added to its gladness. Surely we have no right to be above our Lord and hold it beneath our dignity to bestow our smiles on the wholesome gladness that has come to any soul. But we must not only keep our hearts tender in appreciation of the joys of others, but in sympathetic relation to their sorrows as well. We should be so sensitive in our relation to our fellowmen that it will be impossible for us to see a sad look on any face and our own heart not feel something of the flow of it. How sensitive Jesus was to the petition of the blind, to the lonely wall of the leper, to the silent shame appeal of the father whose child was sick, to the quiet tears of the poor widow following her only son to the grave! In these and countless other cases Christ's heart mourned as he himself were blind, or leprous, or anxious, or a mourner behind the bier. He entered with perfect sympathy and fellowship into the sorrows of the people with whom he lived. His heart was so tender that every breath of human sadness swept his soul as though it had been a harp. So we must keep our hearts tender. Do you ask me how we can do this? The answer is simple; by putting ourselves constantly in helpful relations to others. Do the kind deed on every opportunity, and you may be sure that the kind feeling will soon come to be natural to you. The difficulty is that we often curb our kind feelings and restrain them. We shut back the sympathetic word that is on our lips until our tongues become dumb to that kind of speech. Give your heart a chance to show its kindness. Give your lips the opportunity to speak the sympathetic word. Give your hands and feet free will to go on their missions of kindness and cheer and you will soon see that your heart is growing tender and mellow, so that none rejoice and you are not glad and none are sorrowful and you are not stricken.—Rev. L. A. Banks. Jesus Is Near It is a commonplace thought, and yet it tastes like nectar to the weary heart—Jesus was tempted as I am. You have heard that truth many times; have you grasped it? He was tempted to the very same sins into which we fall. Do not disassociate Jesus from our common manhood. It is a dark room which you are going through, but Jesus went through it before. It is a sharp fight which you are waging, but Jesus has stood foot to foot with the same enemy. Let us be of good cheer, Christ has borne the load before us, and the blood-stained footsteps of the King of glory may be seen along the road which we traverse at this hour. Fears are needless, for Christ is with us, armed for our defense. Perhaps we are tempted just now in order to drive us nearer to Him. Blessed be any wind that blow us in the port of our Savior's love! Ye tempted ones, come to your tempted Savior, for He can be touched with a feeling of your infirmities, and will succor every tired and tempted one.—C. H. Spurgeon. The Pursuit of Happiness All who run after the gilded charlot of joy get covered with dust, and are left limping along the road quite beft of that degree of comfort with which they started on the mad race. Yet sometimes, when the quest for one's own happiness is quite out of mind, when one is absorbed in making someone else happy, down like a bird from the highest heavens comes joy, and settles as if at home, in the heart that has forgotten itself. Happiness is never touched by the hand that reaches out for it too eagerly. It flies into some hand open to give, not stretched out to receive. The angels always appear unexpectedly, as did the wing that sat by the tomb when Mary visited it at dawn. Going out to mourn, she was met by unimaginable joy. How often does the long-anticipated feast turn out to be a famine, gaiety having fled from the house overborne by much ponderous preparation. He who seeks happiness for its own sake shall lose it, and he who loses happiness for another's sake shall end it, even in the hour when he thinks it is gone from him forever, and is content to have it so. Happiness Eternal. In our pursuit of the things of this world, we usually prevent enjoyment by expectation; we anticipate our own happiness and eat out the heart and sweetness of worldly pleasures by delightful forethoughts of them; so that when we come to possess them they do not answer the expectation nor satisfy the desires which were raised about them and they vanish into nothing; but the things which are above are so great, so solid, so durable, so glorious, that we cannot raise our thoughts to an equal height with them; we cannot enlarge our desires beyond a possibility of satisfaction. Our hearts are greater than the world; but God is greater than our hearts, and the happiness which He hath laid up for us is, like Himself, incomprehensively great and glorious. Let the thoughts of this raise us above the world and inspire us with greater thoughts and designs, than the care and concernments of this present life. Blessed Are the Lowly. in moments of religious discussion, how often, irrespective of its unChristian aspect, arises a very human line of discrimination between the sects, bordering somewhat on that which distinguishes alleged high and low society classes. Ay, even the grandeur of church structures, and the elegance of wealth of parishioners, often constitute a very worldly made notion of religious supremacy among certain sects. Ostentation is mistaken for genuine faith, and the theatrical effects for reproductions of celestial rituals. It becomes the fashion to frequent the religious rendezvous of the wealthy, and thus often pass by the humble chapels and meeting-houses of the poor, forgetful that He who was born in a chilly manger loveth best His humblest adorers, as He knows that their hearts, not imposing towers, touch heaven first. The Two Ways. None of us can tell for what God is educating us. We fret and murmur at the narrow round and daily task of ordinary life, not realizing that it is only thus that we can be prepared for the high and holy office which awaits us. We must descend before we can ascend. We must suffer if we would resign. We must take the via crucis (way of the cross) submissively and patiently if we would tread the via lucis (way of light). We must endure the polishing if we would be shafts in the quiver of Emmanuel. God's will comes to thee and me in daily circumstances, in little things equally as in great; meet them bravely; be at your best always, though the occasion be one of the very least; dignify the smallest summons by the greatness of your response.—Rev. F. B. Meyer. Living. To find true joy in others' joy, True rest in others' rest; To work with cheerfulness and zeal That others may be blest; To speak the hopeful, healing word When others' hearts are sore, To win the doubting soul to trust The loving Father more; To ask Him not our sins alone, But others' to forgive; To live in love for others Is indeed to truly live. - Lazzie A. L. Tibbette ... Lady Doll's Walking Costume. Lady Doll's Walking Costume. This very stylish costume includes one of the latest shirt waist gowns with a long tailored coat and flaring hat. As illustrated the coat and skirt are made of dark blue Sicilian mohair and the shirt waist and hat of taffeta, but the waist and skirt can be of one material and the coat of another if preferred, and various changes can be made. In the case of the model the hat is trimmed with fur and a pompom, but fancy braid or ruching of any sort can be made to take its place. So long as are made of dark blue Sicilian mohair and the shirt waist and hat of taffeta, but the waist and skirt can be of one material and the coat of another if preferred, and various changes can be made. In the case of the model the hat is trimmed with fur and a pompom, but fancy braid or ruching of any sort can be made to take its place. So long as the style of the garments is retained the little mother will be quite sure to be content. The shirt waist is tucked at the front to yoke depth with a wide box plaited effect at the center, but includes a plain back. Its sleeves are full and are tucked above the elbows in conformity with the latest style. The skirt is circular and is laid in backward turning plaits which are stitched flat with corticelli silk to flounce depth, below which point they fail free to produce the fashionable flare. The coat is the accepted one of the season, is plain and severe in cut but includes the full sleeves that can be drawn over those of the shirt waist without difficulty. The quantity of material required for the medium size is for skirt and coat $ \frac{7}{8} $ yards 27 or $ \frac{3}{4} $ yards 44 inches wide, for waist $ \frac{3}{8} $ yards 21 or $ \frac{1}{2} $ yard 27 inches wide or $ \frac{1}{4} $ yard 44 inches wide, with $ \frac{3}{4} $ yards silk for the hat. The pattern, 4599, is cut in sizes for dolls 14.18 and 22 inches in height. A New Idea in Trimmings. The woman whose income is limited will simply be driven to distraction this season if she attempts to gratify her taste for pretty trimmings. However, if she is deft-fingered, she can fashion the most beautiful trimmings imaginable, provided she cares to do so. One of the newest trimmings is called the rose, and is made of satin baby ribbon knotted into natural looking roses and buds, with embroidered green leaves between the blossoms. The embroidered leaves are done on a long strip of linen, cut out and button-holed. When ready to put on the gown, applique the rose leaves, and lightly tack the roses down. Some of the roses are made of moussine instead of ribbon, which is quite as simple and effective. Materials for Muffs. Beautiful brocade muffs trimmed with velvet, chiffon frills or lace are made to match reception costumes and all afternoon toilers. For practical wear, however, the fur muff will hold its own. The bag shape, large, flat, straight at the top, round at the bottom and narrowing toward the top, is a favorite, and is made not only of A SMART DINNER --- Princess styles are to be among the latest importations and are essentially smart. This handsome gown exemplifies one of the best models and is made of mauve velvet with yoke of tucked chiffon, trimming of cream lace IN WOMAN'S INTEREST one single fur, but of two or three contrasting furs,ermine being introduced in combination with a dark skin, such as seal or mole. Other muffs have flaring frills of fur at the end the fur frills being supplemented by inner frills of lace or chiffon. Large sable, mink, fox and marten tails are adorned with pendant tails and sometimes with even the small heads and claws as well. A Charming Little Frock. Gulmee dresses always are becoming to little girls and allow of many charming effects. This one is quite new and so eminently simple as to commend itself at a glance. The model combines blue and white shepherds check piped with velvet with a guimpe of fine white lawn, but all the simple materials used for little girl's frocks are equally suitable. Pongee is much liked. Cashmere is always desirable. Veillings are in vogue and many more suggestions might be DOG 4464 Girl's Dress, 4 to 10 years. made. The quantity of material required for a girl of 8 years is $4 \frac{1}{2}$ yards 21, $3 \frac{1}{2}$ yards 27 or $2 \frac{1}{2}$ yards 44 inches wide, with $1 \frac{1}{4}$ yards 36 inches wide for guipme. A May Manton pattern, No. 4464, sizes 4 to 10 years, will be mailed to any address on receipt of ten cents. Mrs. Langtry's Gloves Among the most fetching of new gloves are some with soft gauntlets, to be pulled on without buttoning. They fit smoothly over the wrist in back and in the front are gathered with elastic inside. The soft gauntlet is lined with delicately colored kid and this turns back to show the lining. Pretty ones are black lined with lavender. Those gloves cost a little less than $4 a pair, and are said to be the invention of Mrs. Langtry. Another fancy gloves has a long DINNER GOWN. and fancy braid. Front and back are made full length, but the sides are lengthened by a circular flounce that gives grace and flare. A May Manton pattern, No. 4556, sizes 32 to 40, will be mailed to any address on receipt of ten cents. wrist, with points of delicate color running up into the darker shade of the glove from the wrist. Misses' Military Coat. Military coats appear to have taken the world of fashion by storm and are exceedingly chic. This one is peculiarly well adapted to girlish figures and includes the deep cape that is a marked characteristic with wide sleeves gathered into flaring cuffs. As illustrated the material is military blue cheviot stitched with corticelli silk, piped with velvet and trimmed with the brass buttons of the army. Cost 12 to 16 years. and includes the deep cape that is a marked characteristic with wide sleeves gathered into flaring cuffs. As illustrated the material is military blue cheviot stitched with corticelli silk, piped with velvet and trimmed with the brass buttons of the army. Coat. 12 to 16 years Varying shades of blue are, however, equally correct and all colors are seen, while smooth faced cloths as well as rough are used. The original is made with a velvet standing collar but one of the material can be substituted or the roll-over collar can be used if preferred. The coat consists of the fronts, backside backs and under-arm gores. Both fronts and back are laid in outward turning tucks which are stitched flat for their entire length, those of the back lapping over onto the side backs and concealing the seams. The cape is cut in two portions and is shaped to fit smoothly over the shoulders with extensions that lap over below that point. The full sleeves are gathered to form puffs above the wrists and are held by the wide cuffs. The closing is made in double breasted style. The quantity of material required for the medium size is $2\frac{3}{8}$ yards 44 inches wide or $2\frac{1}{8}$ yards 52 inches wide. The pattern 4600 is cut in sizes for girls of 12, 14 and 16 years of age. The Return of the Pillow Sham Pillow shams are coming into fashion again. Not the beruffled affairs so popular a few years ago, but dainty ones made out of pretty handkerchiefs. It is a charming idea to use one for the center, basting it on a square of white paper the size of the sham, diamond shape. Then cut the handkerchief in quarters, using one for each quarter. Join with beading and finish with beading and a ruffle of valenciennes-edged footing. Run ribbon through the beading. When completed remove the paper foundation. THE WELL DRESSED WOMAN Black thread lace makes some hand some blouses. The cuff is the important feature of the sleeve on coat or dress. Epaulettes and deep collars are much in evidence on frocks for young and old. A group of tucks running around the bottom is the only trimming on some of the smartest skirts. Satin is fashionable, but it should be used with discretion near the face, for it is rarely becoming. Fringes are knotted into the heavy laces and into passamenteries, and got only fringes, but all swaying and dangling trimmings are popular. A Delicate Salad. Cut into half inch lengths celery which has been washed and scraped in ice water, with the juice of a lemon in it, and place in lettuce cups for individual serving. Mix to a paste the yolks of two hard-boiled eggs and a teaspoonful of olive oil, season with salt, white pepper and powdered sugar With Vinegar make the mixture the proper consistency and pour over the celery. Garnish with whole sardines and serve with cheese wafers. Practical Athletics Athletics are often carried to as great an excess as "mental culture" women's clubs or anything too enthusiastically adopted. The danger of excess can often be avoided by mixing a bit of work with the athletics, such as gardening. Nothing is more healthful than being with plants and at the same time home is made much brighter. Readers of this paper can secure any May Montan pattern illustrated above by filling out all blanks in coupon, and mailing, with 10 cents to E. E. Harrison & Co. 65 Plymouth Place, Chicago. Pattern will be mailed promptly. Write plainly. Fill out all blanks. Enclose the address. Harrison Co. & Plymouth Place, Chicago. HUMOR OF THE DAY What Would Be Left: A school inspector was examining a class in a country school. As an arithmetic test he put the following question to one of the classes: "If I had a mince pie and should give two-fifths to John, two-fifths to tenac, two-twelfths to Harry, and should take one-half of the pie for myself, what would there be left?" There was a profound study among the boys, but finally one lad held up his hand. "Well, my boy, speak up loud, so hat all may hear," said the inspector. "The plate," shouted the hopeful young fellow—Pearson's Weekly. Love Is Blind. Sal—What's thet? I can't get no man? Why, Hi Morton jest begged me't marry him when he was over last week. Si—Hump! I allus did hear as how beggars was poor choosers.—New York Sun. His Faux Pas They were uttering the tender nonsense that succeeds the great question. "And," said the girl, bravely, "if poverty comes, we will face it together." "Ah, dearest," he replied, "the mere sight of your face would scare the wolf away." And ever since he has wondered why she returned the ring. A Field for Investigation "Yes, our oldest son is of a very inquiring disposition. He delights in investigating things and is always digging and prying in places where there's a chance of upturning something surprising." "I haven't noticed it." "Haven't you? Well, you just watch him at the table and you'll see that he always calls for mince pie." Her Friendly Service Nell—You and Jack Sterling seem to be quite chummy these days. Belle—Yes; Jack's a good fellow. He's going to marry May Simpson in a month or so. Nell—I knew they were engaged, but I thought she was growing cold. Belle—Oh, she's warming up now! I've been giving her the impression lately that I wanted him. Somewhat Different. Wilder—Poor outlook, Brokeum. The doctor says you'll never live to see 50. Brokeum—Oh, I knew that long ago. Wilder—Why, don't you expect to reach two score and ten? Brokeum—Oh, I thought he meant I'd never live to see $50. Responsibility Defined. "What's the meanin' of responser- bility, Jimmy?" "Oh, well, suppose as yer had two 'spender buttons on yer pants, an' one cum orf, w'y all the responserbility 'ud be on the other!" A Mean Character Growell—He's about the meanest white man I ever met. Howell—At any rate, he's successful. He has taken advantage of his opportunities. Growell—His opportunities were small, no doubt; another proof of his meanness. Reversed. "The average man out of work always declares he would have been all right if he had only had a good show in the last place." "Unless he's an actor; then his cry is 'if he had only had a good place in the last show.'"—Philadelphia Press. The Doctor's Orders. Dedelia—Phat are yez doin' takin' the lock off the cupboard dure, Pat? Are yez chrazy? Pat—No, darilnt; th' dochtor tould me to-day that I must quit bolit'n' me food—and I'm going to obey instruc- tions! . THE RISUNG SON LEWIS WOODS,..... Business Manager. Published Every Week RISING SON PUBLISHING CO SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year ..... 81.54 Six months ..... 7.5 Three months ..... 4.6 One month ..... 1.5 Selectly paid in advance Entered at the Post Office at Kansas City, as Second Class Matter. Correspondents wanted in every city and town in this state. Write as All news matter intended for publication should reach our office not later than Tuesday, of each week and must be signed by the writer not for publication, but as guarantee of authenticity. OFFICE: No. 117 West Sixth St., Kansas City, Mo. Advertising Rates. For one inch, one insertion ..... 8.50 For one inch, each subsequent insertion ..... 3.20 For two inches, three month ..... 8.00 For two inches, six month ..... 8.00 For two inches, nine months ..... 10.00 For two inches, twelve months ..... 15.00 CLDEST NEGRO JOURNAL ... IN KANSAS CITY. The paid circulation of THE RISING SON is more than double the combined circulation of all the other Kansas City Golored weekly newspapers. Kansas City, Mo., March 3, 1903. Office of the Postmaster, Publishers, Rising Son. In response to your inquiry, I beg to say your publication is duly entered as second class matter at this office and regularly mailed. Very respectfully. J. H. HARRIS, Postmaster. Great credit is due to President Roosevelt for the universal prosperity with which this country is being crowned. Business failures have been few and the commercial growth is steady. One of the great needs of the people of Kansas City is a police judge, and we find no better man to present than Cyrus Crane of the Latbrop, Morrow and Fox law firm—a man well known and well liked, who would administer the law as it should be administered, ith all alike. He is one of the best lawyers practicing before the bar. The very cordial treatment of Hon. Wm. Jennings Bryan by a Republican ambassador at Berlin caused Mr. Bryan to make a very flattering remark about certain Republicans. It is quite remarkable that Mr. Bryan went abroad to find the nature of hospitality and generosity with when the Republicans as a rule are possessed. Thursday at midnight closes the prosperous year of 1903. We have much to be thankful for in the past but we should look to the future with still brighter hope. Let us determine that 1904 shall mark a new era in the progress of the Negro race. Resolve to accomplish something which will redound to the credit of a strugling people. Among the supplications to be offered in the new year is a general appeal to the Negroes of the community and in fact of this country to honor good government, to pursue good deportment and seek good citizenship. Those of the Negro race who have been found wanting must become good citizens. The conditions demand it and such must be had. Of all the agencies that lead to the downfall of a people there is none so sure and swift as the dives that are run under the name of social clubs or dance halls. It is a cursed business. It breaks up the home and tears down the church. No church that reaches out its hand for gamblers' money, and shuts its eyes and mouth to the enormity of the crime that wrings from women and children their bread and bitter can prosper. Such money carries a curse with it. If our ministers believe the doctrine they preach, they will cry out against dives and dive keepers. They will warn mothers to look more closely after their daughters and fathers to set better examples to their sons. They will preach the truth and trust to God for protection and sustenance, believing that he will never forsake them. It is high time that we begin to see the pitfalls about us and steer clear of them. We have followed false leaders long enough. The colored people of this city will have to come together and build them a hall. The last place they had has been taken away from them. Now let us go together and buy and build us a hall. Last Wednesday there was $200 subscribed to buy and build. A meeting will be called in the near future and every colored man is asked to come and take a share. Let us build a nice hall. Among the progressive Negro business interests of Kansas City, which wish their patrons and the public a very happy New Year, are: Dr. Theo Smith, the druggist; Sam Diggs, the junk dealer; Henry Compton, the caterer; H. Powell, the restaurant dealer; G. C. Cole, the ice cream man; McCampbell, the druggist; Mrs. Flood of the Ladies Furnishing; Cowden, the barber; Abe Lyle, the barber; D. Langston, the barber, and many others we could mention. And don't forget that the Rising Son extends its greeting and wishes its readers a Happy New Year. A WISE AND BRAVE MAN SPEAKS. Prof. John Spencer Bassett, professor of history in Trinity College, Durham, N. C., has recently written an article to the South Atlantic Quarterly touching the relation of the races in this country that marks him one of the wisest and bravest men of his time. He thinks it useless to attempt to fix a "place" for the American Negro, since "The 'place' of every man in our American life," he says, "is such a one as his virtues and his capacities will enable him to take." What can be truer and moe aptly stated? When he attributes the recent outburst of race prejudice at the South to politics, we think he is absolutely correct, and we have taken occasion to say as much more than once. The professor wrote his article and then tendered his resignation, which we are pleased to note the trustees o f the college have declined to accept. This to our mind is a healthy indication. The South tolerates "free speech" when the Speaker delivers himself in opposition to the Negro, and we are pleased that this brave man is not to lose his place for speaking a word for justice and fair play. One of the most striking paragraphs in his production is the following: "The only solution reserved for us is the adoption of these children of Africa into our American life. In spite of our race-feeling, of which the writer has his share, they will win equality at some time. We cannot remove them, we cannot kill them, we cannot prevent them from advancing in civilization. They are now very weak; some day they will be stronger. They are now ignorant and passion wrought; some day they will be wiser and more self-restrained. I do not know just what form the conflict will take. It may be merely a political conflict; it may be more than that. I am persuaded that it is, in many respects, the old conflict between Roman plebs and Roman patricians over again. It ought to be shorter than that struggle and the issue ought to be more fortunate than the issue of the Roman conflict; for American life is better and richer than Roman life. "Some da ythe white man will beat the Negro out of his cowardice, and then 'red shirts' will exist no more. Some day the Negro will be a great industrial factor in the community; some day he will be united under strong leaders of his own. In that time his struggle will not be so unequal as now. In that time, let us hope, he will have brave and Christian leaders. "We are just now entering the stage of conflict; and this is because the Negro is now beginning to be stren genough to make opposition. The conflict will be fiercer in the future than in the present. Lynchings and 'outrages' will perhaps become more frequent than they now are. As long as one race contends for the absolute inferiority of the other the struggle will go on with increasing intensity. But if one day the spirit of conciliation shall come into the hearts of the superior race the struggle will become less strenuous. The duty of brave and wise men is to seek to infuse the spirit of conciliation into these white leaders of white men. Shal they also be beasts like the dull-faced black men who stand over against them? Is the white man not superior to the black man—superior in mind, superior in opportunity, superior in obligation to do acts of charity?" Czar's Menu Tablet The menu card placed on the table of the Czar is printed in red letters on a pure ivory tablet, surmounted by the imperial creat and arms. Colombian Railways Colombia has little more than 300 miles of railway and not a mile of road has been built in ten years. German Orsharde Germany has on an average of 806 orchard trees to the square mile. Mixed Metaphor. An English temperance newspaper prints a fine mixed metaphor, announcing that the winter campaign "is already being launched in a blaze of enthusiasm." Many Cigar Boxes Used. Many cigar boxes used. There are something like 15,000,000 cigar boxes used in the United States annually, and about nine-tenths of that number are made in this city. The material out of which the best quality of cigar boxes are made comes principally from Cuba and is known as Spanish cedar. A peculiarity about this wood is that it always retains the flavor, and the reason given for this contention is that it grows in the same localities as the finest Havana tobacco—New York Times. What's in a Name? An old merchant of New York city who, as he himself phrases it, has the misfortune to be named Guiteau, was returning to his country home on the Hudson when he was approached by a stranger who had observed the name on his handbag. "Excuse me, sir," began the unknown, curiosity and trepidation blending in his tone, "but are you—are you a—brother of the gentleman who—er—er—had a little difficulty with President Garfield?" Uncle Reuben Says: "Ize bim thinkin' de matter ober a good deal, an' I can't skassly say dat I prefer a too honest man. If yo' lend dat sort of a man a dollar yo' know he will repay it jess when he agrees to; if yo' take de half-an' half man yo' hae a chance to worry for a week or two as to whether he will repay or not, an' if he don't pay 'tall den yo' have one mo' argument to put for'd agin de deceit of mankind." Musician's Gracious Rebuke Czar Nicholas of Russia once asked Liszt to play in his presence, but during the performance started a conversation with an aid-de-camp. Liszt stopped playing at once. The czar sent to ask what was the matter. "When the emperor speaks," said Liszt, "everyone must be silent." The czar smilingly took the hint and the playing proceeded. Double-Decked Street Cars Double-deck street cars are universal in Europe. In some instances the upper deck is roofed over, in others left open. This deck is almost uniformly divided longitudinally with seats for two on each side of the aisle. The upper deck is reached by a semi-circular stairway, and in pleasant weather is the most sought. Famous Wine Flagon. The wine flagon of Admiral Bruey, captured by Lord Nelson, was recently cold in a London auction room. The flagon is engraved on one side. "Nelson to Emma. In commemoration of the victory of the Nile, Vanguard, September 29, 1798. My fortieth birthday." Cure Worse Than the Disease Sure Worse Than the Disease. They have discovered in Boston that the free use of kerosene or naphtha on the woodwork of kitchens will keep out the dreaded water bugs. But, unfortunately, it is encouraging to firebugs, as it were, and the fire commissioner points out that the cure may be much more serious than the pest. Where Germany Fails The effort of Germany to become independent of foreign countries for a number of products by developing them in her colonies has failed in the matter of cocoa, coffee, tobacco and ginger. The only definitely successful venture is that with sisal hemp. Peanuts have done fairly. Steep Mountain Road The steepest mountain railway in Europe is being built from the Tyrolean village of Kalten to the Mendal pass. Its gradient is sixty-four degrees, thus excelling that of the Stanshorn in Switzerland, which has heretofore held the record. A Terse Sermon. Perhaps the tersest sermon ever delivered was that by Dean Smith, who taking as his text, "He that giveth to the poor lendeth to the Lord," began and ended thus: "Brethren, if you like the security, down with the dust." Strap-Hangers Pay. Few street cars, other than the double-deckers, which seat forty persons inside and sixty on top, are used in English cities. The American "strap-hanger" is the most profitable of passengers to the railway company. Praise for American Women In the opinion of the editor of the Mirror, a paper printed in English in British India, "American womanhood is admittedly the finest, the very best, physically and intellectually, of all the womanhood of the world." Lost Both Ways A young benedict wrote to his father, of whom he had reason to expect the worst: "I am sorry, but I have been married for a month." Now he has lost bride and father, both. Serves him right. Fish In Hot Water Fish are found in the boiling lake of Amattitan in Guatemala; live eels are seen in the hot springs at Alx, and Humboldt saw living fish thrown up by a volcano in South America. Weight of a Child. The child of 7 should weigh forty-nine and one-half pounds, be forty-ix inches high and have a chest girth of twenty-three and one-half inches. The suicide rate in the United States has increased in ten years from 12 to 17 per 100,000 population. JESTS AND JINGLES SOME GOOD 1...INGS TURNED OUT BY THE FUNMAKERS. Fish Dinners of Different Sorts—New Explanation of a Racing Term—Uses for Radium and Polonium—The Dreams of Boyhood. Their Use. "What I don't see," remarked the cheerful idiot, "is the use of scientists discovering new metals like radium and polonium, that costs thousands of dollars an ounce." "It is done for the benefit of the future trillionaires," replied the wise guy. "They can get rid of some of their money by building yachts, automobiles and airships out of those metals." On a Charger Teacher—And what was the request that Herod's daughter made in respect to John the Baptist? Pupil—She asked to have his head brought in on horseback. Teacher—Where did you come by that ridiculous idea. She asked to have it presented on a charger. Pupil—Well, and ain't a charger a horse, I'd like to know? In a Pitiable Flight "No," said the beautiful widow, "I couldn't sleep for weeks after my husband died." "How pitiful," put in her sympathetic friend. "You see, I had mislaid his insurance policy, and for a while I was really afraid I'd never be able to find it." Merely Amusing. "You may talk as you please," said the man who thought he was in society, "but it is ridiculous to pretend that the masses are not interested in the reports of the doing of the swell set." "Of course they're interested," replied the plain man: "everybody's interested in a good joke." Misunderstood Him. "Young man, you say you have a claim on my daughter's hand, and you come to me to press it?" said the father. "I said nothing of the kind," replied the young man, straightening up; "if I wanted to press your daughter's hand I wouldn't be here." Something to Watch. "Ah, good morning, Mr. Wrubber," said Mrs. Gaddie. "I meant to run up to see your wife this morning. Do you think I'll find her at home?" "Sure of it," replied the man. "There's a new fatally moving their household effects into the house next door to day." Not Yet Fairly Started "He says he's in business for himself now, manufacturing automobiles." "Yes." "And he claims rot one of his machines has ever been known to break down on the road." "That's right; he hasn't sold any yet." Not Fit for Publication: She (at the ball game)—What do they call the man who throws the ball? He—The pitcher. She—And what do they call the one who seems to act as judge? He—Well, I'd hate to tell you some of the things they call him. Put to the Proper Use. Wife—You know, dear, you told me to invest that money so that I'd have something for a rainy day. Husband—Yes. Wife—Well, here's the investment. Did you ever see a lovelier rainy-day skirt in your life? Boyhood's Hopes. "I tell you, I'll be master of my house when I'm a man!" said little Bennie. "That's what your father thought when he was your age, Bennie," replied the boy's mother. Racing Term—Left at the Post. It's Usually So. "I understand Goodman is a candidate for mayor of your town." "Yes; but so is Crookley." "Goodman is surely better able to fill the place." "Yes; but Crookley's better able to get it." Hla Acknowledgment "I never heard Dinsmore acknowledge that he was growing old before to-day." "How did he acknowledge it?" "He announced that he felt just as young as he ever did."—Detroit Free Press. J. L. WILLIAMS, J. L. WILLIAMS, Blacksmithing, Horseshoeing and Wagon Repair Shop. Good Material and First-Class Workmanship guaranteed. 707 Independence Ave. Kansas City, Mo. Only First Class Colored Shop in the City. The Very Lowest Prices. Residence 416 Laurel. Telephone 1052 Red. Have Your Suit made to Order at 715 E.18th St. and Save time and Money, THOS. FLOOD CO. There can't be too much care in filling prescriptions. Errors in our prescription department are as near to being impossible as skill and unlimited caution can make them. When you take a prescription to a drug store, you have to trust the druggist to fill it right. You, yourself, can't tell. It's not like buying bread or cheese. We promise you that your confidence will be well placed if you trust us. We never omit an ingredient from a prescription, and we never substitute something else for one of the ingredients. If we can't fill your prescription right, we won't fill it at all. If we can, we'll do it as the doctor wants it done. LESSONS IN ART NEEDLE WORK. The ladies of St. Pancreas Guild are giving every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at 615 East Sixth street. These lessons in needle work are given at a very small price. His Noble Rage. Reporter—Count, there is a rumor to the effect that your wealthy American father-in-law refuses to spend any more money in repairing your ancestral chateau. The public would like to know whether or not there is any truth in the story. Count Boylon de Bakkovisnek (pale with indignation)—You tell ze public eet eses none of ze public's you be darn by George peesness! How It Came to Pass "Dad," said the rural youngster to his home returning parent, "what do you reckon has done took an' happened?" "How kin I tell?" "The lightnin' an' thunder has kilt yer two brindle cows an' five hogs!" "That's bad, my son; but I can't be everywhere. Providence knew I wuz away from home, an' took advantage of my absence! Wasn't Detected. "I used a sermon this morning," said the Rev. Dr. Fourthly, "that I preached many years ago, but, fortunately, there was only one member of the congregation present that heard it the first time." "Who was that?" asked his wife. "Deacon Ironside. And fortunately again—I may say providentially—the deacon slept through the whole of it." Punishment. "They were looking so shabby I gave them to a tramp this morning. What do you want ca them?" "Nothing, only there was a $5 bill in the toe of one of them that I was going to give you as a reward if they were still here at the end of three months." No Longer a Reformer Former Resident (back at the old home on a visit)—What has become of Lustigio, who used to be such a loud howler against monopolists, corporations and all that sort of thing? Old Citizen—He's here still, but he isn't doing any howling now. He found a vein of coal in his land a few years ago. No Longer Appropriate. His Physician—You are burning the candle at both ends. Rich but irritable Patient—Any cheap, old-fashioned doctor could have told me that. When I pay you $50 for an opinion you ought to use a metaphor more in accordance with this age of gas and electricity. J. L. WIL —GENE Blacksmithing, Horseshoe Shop. Good Material Workmanship 707 Independence Ave. Only First Class Color The Very Low Residence 416 Laurel. Have Your Suit made for you and Save Time Perfect Fit---Price CALL AND INSPE THOS. FL CHAS. T. WATTS, TEACHER OF Violin and Piano. Instructor Imperial Band and Orchestra. Instructions based on Conservatory Methods WRITE FOR CIRCULAR. 1210 Highland Avenue. Telephone 4642 Gray. We have the experience and the education to put drugs together scientifically. Filling a prescription is not merely mixing up the ingredients carelessly in any fashion. May we place at your service the care and skill of a perfectly equipped pharmacy? When you need medicine we can promise you such efficiency in the preparation as could nowhere be excelled. Our prescription department is our first care—it is our trade, too. In spite of our desire for business, we gladly wish you good health all your days. When you do need medicine, though, command us, and you are sure to get exactly what is prescribed for you. J. F. Mc CAMPBELL, Druggist. IF YOU HAVE NEGLECTED Attending our great closing out sale of Sheet Music and Musical Instruments, you have done yourself an injustice. Think what we're doing! We are offering BELOW COST one of the largest Music stocks in the West. If you, personally, care anything for music, or if you have a friend who would appreciate it, buy it now. You will have no such opportunity to get Music of this kind at such remarkably low prices again in a long time to come. Much of it is going at a clear loss. arl Hoffman MUSIC COMPANY 602-2-M WALNUT, ST. KANEAS CITY, WA THE IMPERIAL Is Now Being Managed by Ashcraft & Bradford at Ind and Oak. When you are in this part of the City Stop in. Line Up Boys and have a good social game of pool at...... NEW CENTURY POOL HALL. I have a nice line of cigars and tobacco...Sam Jones to shine your shoes and S. L. Clemens, the barber. 654 GRAND. TOM NORWOOD. 554 GRAND. WILLIAMS, GENERAL Boeing and Wagon Repair Special and First-Class guaranteed. Kansas City, Mo. Refined Shop in the City. West Prices. Telephone 1052 Red. Order at 715 E. 18th St. and Money, Sult $10, $15 up. ECT OUR STOCK FOOD CO. RICHARD TAYLOR, PROPRIETOR. Tel. 2775 Walnut. Stone Masons' Headquarters SALOON. OPEN ALL NIGHT. 1334 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Mo. NEWS & GOSSIP Wm. Fairfax, Society Reporetr. A. W. Walker, Agent, Lexington, Mo Remember please— it's the little bits we collect here a n there That enables us to run from year to year." LOCALS. Jim Brice is very sick. Phil Scroggins is very sick. Mr. Joseph Brice is seriously ill. Mrs. Shelton is still confined to bed. Wedding bells will still continue to ring. Robe. Anderson has been on the sick list. Mrs. Robt. Willey gave an 'Opossum dinner to a few friends last week. Mr. Crawford is still ill at 1320 East 14th street. John Lang and Company spent Christmas in the city. Mr. and Mrs. John Rowe spent Sunday at Blue Springs. Miss Bessie Washington is at home for the holidays. Don't forget the entertainment of U. B. F. and S. M. T.'s on the 26th. The Plaindealer of Topeka came out in a beautiful Christmas garb. Mrs. Minnie Stanton of Independence who has been very ill is convalesant. The collector of The Son will be around next week. Please be ready to pay. Mrs. John Day who has been ill for the past two months is much improved. The Silver leaf Club dance will take place at the vendome, New Year's night. Mrs. Mary Davis the cateress went to Warrensburg Thursday to take charge of a reception. The Christmas ball given at 810 E. 12th street, managed by Ross and Bennet, was a great success. Quite a number of our teachers went to St. Joseph this week to attend the teachers' association. Misses Cora and Minnie Worthan, gave a dinner party the 27th, in honor of Miss Cyrine McDewell. Quite a number of friends had their morning's morning with Mr. and Mrs. John Herndon Xmas morning. Gents who contemplate keeping open house to lady callers New Year's day, send your names for our next week's paper. Miss Ella Walker was at home to a limited number of young friends Monday evening in honor of Miss Cyrine McDewell. On account of illness in the family and the absence of Mrs. Fairfax, Mr. Fairfax will not keep open house New Years' Day. Mrs. Sandy Edwards and Mrs. Henry Booker entertained informally Xmas eve at the Jordon home. Mrs. Austin Young and Mrs Willie Young gave a 7 o'clock breakfast Xmas morning to a large number of friends. Miss Cyrine McDowell of Hannibal, and Corine White and Sallie Bowman were entertained by Mrs. Moore of Independence Tuesday, at luncheon. Dr. Sophia B. Jones, a graduate of the medical department of the University of Michigan, is enrolled among Kansas City's physicians. Dr. Jones has had much experience, having been resident physician in Spellman Seminary, Atlanta, where she established the first Nurse's Training School in the South, and also in Wilberforce University. She was until her removal to Kansas City, on the staff of Douglass Hospital, Philadelphia. She may be found at 1213 Bellefortaine avenue, where she will do office work for the present. Office hours, 10 to 12 a. m., 4 to 6 p.m. --- Miss Cyrine McDowell of Hannibal, is spending the holidays with Corine White and Sallie Bowman, 1322 East 14th street. Mrs. W. Frederick Fairfax was called to Ft. Madison, Iowa, last Tuesday to the bed side of her father, who is very dangerously ill. When you need anything in our line step in at C. A. Evans, the barber. He wishes you all a Happy New Year. 10 7East 14th. We invite you to come to our resta- turant, at 104 E. 14th as it is the only one in this part of the city. Ed Lewis, Proprietor. Mr. Campbell the Druggist, on 2304 Vine is well pleased with the outlook of his business so far, it should be encouragement to us as well as it is to him. Don't fall good people to encourage the colored man who has ventured into business. If you send in a subscription to the Son, please send in the amount of money for the time you desire to take the paper. Thanking you in advance for any favor you may extend to us. * There will be a church wedding at Allen chapel Wednesday night, January 6, at 8 p. m. If you want one of the magic hair straighteners or any soap or perfume made, we have it at the office of the Son, 117 West 6th street. The ball given last Friday evening under the auspices of the Waiters' Club, managed by Dan Willis was a beautiful affair and well carried out. The A. F. and A. M. will celebrate St. John's day by having a sermon preached them at 3 o'clock at the A. M. E. church. Have you been to see Johnson, the Cafe man at 910 East 12th? He has the best that money will buy. Good service and upto date. Everything to made one feel like more. Come once and you come again. Miss Annie Jones, in company with Blanch Griffith, Rubbie F. Timms, Gracie Harris and Blanche Garwood, visited several of the Christmas entertainments and was well pleased with the admirable entertaining qualities of the respective hosts. The Dentist, Dr. Carrion of 910 East 12th street, we invite your attention to the fact that he is established her and is competent as a workman, he is one of our race and must be encouraged along the professional line. If you need anything in the teeth line stop in and see him. It is very grievous to us, after we have sent you our paper for one year and over, then have to lose your friendship and money, too. Now, all we ask of any colored person who takes this paper is, pay for what you get. Married, by Rev. F. J. Peck-.Mr. H. G. Herald and Miss Mary Tillman. Mr. A. L. Bird and Miss Mamble L. McDonald. Mr. Clarence Ewing and Miss Stella M. Caldwell. Mr. Rowland H. Litchford and Miss Effie McCullah of Springfield, Mo. Mr. Prince Osborne and Miss Susie B. Collins, of Gallain and Lexington, Mo. McCampbell's Pharmacy is headquarters for the best of everything carried by an up-to-date drug store. Be sure and se our holiday line of perfumes, candies, stationery and cigars. Palmer's Garland Violets and Frangapanni, Ricksecker's Golf Queen and Ping Pong, and Dabbrook's Locust Blossom and Triple Extract of Fashion are some of our leaders in the perfume line. Kansas City, Mo., Dec. 22, 1903. To Whom It May Concern— This certifies that I removed from Mrs. Johnson's throat Monday morning about 1 a. m., Dec. 21st, a piece of glass about one inch in length and over one-sixteenth o' fan inch in breadth. This she claims was swallowed while eating ice cream a while before midnight Sunday evening. This certificate is furnished Mrs. Johnson on his request. PRIVATE BOARDING SCHOOL Miss F. F. Jones, recently of Philadelphia, Pa., has reopened her private day and boarding school for girls in this city at 1213 Bellefontaine avenue. Primary, academic, and college preparatory. Private lessons also given to persons preparing for civil service or other examinations. For terms address Miss F. F. Jones, 1213 Bellefontaine avenue. Miss Jones is a graduate of the University of Michigan and has taught in Wilberforce University, Paul Quinn College, Texas, and the State Normal College of Florida. WESTERN UNIVERSITY QUINDARO KANSAS. For the Moral, Intellectual and Industrial Training of our Youth. Departments. Normal, Preparatory, State Industrial. Courses. Normal, Preparatory, Carpentry and Archi- making, Dressmaking and Plain Sewing, and Stenography, Farming, Stock raising g and Laundering. Theological, Classical, Normal, Preparatory, State Industrial. Theological, Classical, Normal, Preparatory, Carpentry and Architecture, Printing and Book-making, Dressmaking and Plain Sewing, Tailoring, Business Course and Stenography, Farming, Stock raising and Truck Gardening, Cooking and Laundering. Advantages. My Moral Tone, A Faculty of Twelve Col- Trained Teachers. h. School Opens Sept. 14th Good Buildings, Healthy Moral Tone, A Faculty of Twelve College-bred and Industrially Trained Teachers. For Illustrated Catalogue Just Out Write to WILLIAM T. VERNON, A. M., D. D., Prest., Quin RELIABLE DENTIST No Delay--Satisfaction Guaranteed--Teeth Examining We are the most reliable dentists in the city. We have the l oldest practice in the city. Our success is due to the unifo grade work done by gentlemanly operators of middle ages; We Guarantee to Please. Our Reliability is Unq This firm is backed by a wealthy corporation, and is there oughly responsible. All work is guaranteed for 15 years. A. M., D. D., Prest., Quindaro, Ka E DENTISTRY Guaranteed--Teeth Examined Free artists in the city. We have the largest and Our success is due to the uniformly high only operators of middle ages; no youths Our Reliability is Unquestioned. healthy corporation, and is therefore thor- ak is guaranteed for 15 years. WILLIAM T. VERNON, A. M., D. D., Prest., Quindaro, Kas. No Delay--Satisfaction Guaranteed--Teeth Examined Free We are the most reliable dentists in the city. We have the largest and oldest practice in the city. Our success is due to the uniformly high grade work done by gentlemanly operators of middle ages; no youths We Guarantee to Please. Our Re'iability is Unquestioned. This firm is backed by a wealthy corporation, and is therefore thoroughly responsible. All work is guaranteed for 15 years. Full Set of Teeth $2.00. TEETH UNROOTPLATE Full Set Teeth $2.00 Set S. White Teeth... $4.00 Gold Crowns 22-k... $2.65 Bridge Work, per tooth. $2.65 Platinum fillings... $50c Cleaning... $50c Teeth extricated without pain FREE Cleaning..... 50c We do as we advertise— Teeth extracted without pain FREE. We are here to stay. ESTABLISHED 20 YEARS. 1029 Main St. Second Floor. Entrance on Main Street only Open Daily. Nigh's till 9. Sundays 10 to 4 THE GREATEST HAIR DRESSING NELSON'S ATEST HAIR DRESSING Straightine Makes Kinky, Curly Hair Straight NELSON'S STRAIGHTHair BEST FOR THE HAIR It is n THE It is not only the BEST DRESSING made for the Hair, but THE MOST WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER is unlike any of the other Hair preparations on the market. It contains no powerful or dangerous obtutely HARMLESS. It works directly upon the scalp, dandruff and other diseases of the scalp and skin, roots of the Hair, thereby causing it to grow rich, the time stopping it from splitting, breaking off or the Hair soft and pliable, making it easy to do up dummed. d by druggists and agents everywhere. PRICE, 25 i it from your druggist or one of our agents, SEND NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is unlike any of the other Hair prepara- tions market. It contains no powerful oxy- chemicals, and is therefore absolutely MARLLEM. It works directly up and roots of the Hair, removes dandruff and other diseases of the scalp and cuts the roots of the Hair, thereby causing it to long and luxurious, allowing the roots of the Hair, thereby causing it to fall out. STRAIGHTINE the same time stopping it from splitting. It is in any style. Delightfully perfumed. NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is sold by druggists and agents everywhere. CENTS A CAN. If you cannot get it from your druggist or one of our US US CENTS, stamps, silver or Money Order, and we will send you o- one month's worth of mail, securely wrapped, together with FREE BRUSH OFFER. Address: AGENTS WANTED Write for Terms and Particulars NELSON M'F/G CO., Richmond NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is unlike any of the other Hair preparations on the chemicals, and is therefore a valuable market. It contains no powerful or dangerous roots of the Hair, removes dandruff and other diseases of the scalp and skin, nourishing and stimulating the roots of the Hair, thereby causing it to grow rich, long and luxurious. The same time stopping it from splitting, breaking off or falling. NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE keeps the Hair soft and pliable, making it easy to do up in any style. Delightfully perfumed. NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE is sold by druggists and agents everywhere. PRICE: 25 CENTS A CAN. If you cannot get it from your druggist or one of our agents, send it in stamps, silver or Money Order, and we will send you one large can (one month's worth) mail, securely wrapped, together with our great FREE BRUSH OFFER. Address: AGENTS WANTED Write for Terms and Particulars NELSON M'F'G CO., Richmond, Va. "FOLLOW THE FLAG." 5 Daily Trains 5 Kansas City to St. Louis. Unsurpassed service, smooth track, fast time. All trains on the Wabash run directly through the World's Fair grounds, St. Louis, in full view of all the magnificent buildings—the Wabash is the only line that does it. Wabash Train No 8. Leaving Kansas City 6:15 p. m., arrives Niagra Falls and Buffalo next evening, aud New York and Boston second morning, saving a day's travel. Through service. Wabash is the only line that does it. Western Passenger Agent. Kansas City, Mo. 50 1029 Main St. Courses. If his gudge affect you sore And pains beset you more and more, Then do not stop; run, skip or hop To SMITH'S Apothocary Shop. With drops and pills he'll cure your ills And "PIGE" will bring around the bills. Be Sure to Patronize SMI He will deliver your goods 908 E. 12th St. SMITH The D deliver your goods free of charge if you w He will deliver your goods free of charge if you will call Strong & Garfields Top-Notch Shoes. In our search for the best this line satisfies for years of experience demonstrates its superiority over all others. The Non-Auqua sole is found in no other line and affords the wearea a DRY WARM FOOT. MARTHA M. BROWN You've tried the re .McCampbell A full line of Stationery, fumes, Cigars and Tobac rried the rest, Now get the AT Campbell's Pharmacy of Stationery, Toilet Articles, Candles, Gargas and Tobacco. Prescriptions a S Tell You've tried the rest, Now get the best .McCampbell's Pharmacy. A full line of Stationery, Toilet Articles, Candies Perfumes, Cigars and Tobacco. Prescriptions a Specialty.] --- WHEN WE MENTION the growth of Kansas City we must not overlook Matthaeis, the Baker, one who has built a large business and interested himself in the welfare of common people He has one of the largest bakeries in the city He has meriied the confidence of the people One of the things that made him famous is Jersey Cream and Quaker Mothers Salt Rising Bread Bread that makes the little folks happy Ask your grocer for it MATTHAEIS BAKERY, Phone 2735 Walnut. S. SALZBERG WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Dry Goods Ladies Furnishing Goods and Masquerade Costs For Rent or For Sale at Low Big Fur Sale Now On. 1433 Grand Ave., A. WEBER, If you want a suit to go and save money. no rent. 901-3-5-7-9-11-13 West 17th Street nut. SALZBERG. SALESALE AND RETAIL My Goods Fishing Goods and Notions. Lagerade Costumes For For Sale at Low Prices Now On. OPEN New Mi YOU SEE U ING Ave., Kans BER, MERCHANT want a suit to order here is the pl save money. Why? Because v t. Come and Phone 2735 Walnut. S. SALZBERG. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Dry Goods Ladies Furnishing Goods and Notions. Masquerade Costumes For Rent or For Sale at Low Prices Big Fur Sale Now On. OPEN EVENINGS New York Millinery YOU CAN DEPEND ON US. SEE US BEFORE GO- ING ELSEWHERE. 1435 Grand Ave., Kansas City, Mo. A. WEBER, MERCHANT TAILOR. If you want a suit to order here is the place to go and save money. Why? Because we pay no rent. Come and see us. Style, Fit and Finish Up-to-Date. 2825 S. W. Blvd. Kansas City . Blvd. Kans 2304 Vine. The DRUGGIST. Phone 1211 Grand. STRONG AND GARFIELD CO'S "WALL STREET" The John Kelly Shoe You who have worn them know they are good and give the best satisfaction in style, comfort and service. Our mid-season styles are correct and give you the latest ideas of FASHIONABLE FOOTWEAR. Oviatt Shoe Co., rest, Now get the best AT Well's Pharmacy. y, Toilet Articles, Candies Per- macco. Prescriptions a Specialty.] --- 11-13 West 17th Street RG. DETAIL Goods and Notions. Attumes Now Prices OPEN EVENINGS New York Millinery YOU CAN DEPEND ON US. SEE US BEFORE GO- ING ELSEWHERE. Kansas City, Mo. MERCHANT TAILOR to order here is the place to r. Why? Because we pay Come and see us. Kansas City, Mo Tel. 159 East. THE JACKRABBITS NEW YEAR'S PARTY It was the night before New Years. The air was clear and frosty, and the moon and stars were shining down on the sparkling snow that covered the prairie, like the cloth on a round dining table. Toward midnight, if you had peeped from one of the windows on Mr. Blain's farm house, you would have seen what would have appeared to have been a shadow, coming up the road toward the house. As it came nearer you would have seen that it was a little animal about the size of a lamb, with great long ears and a bobtail, and so white that at a little distance you could not tell it from the snow. But nobody saw the shadow, for everyone in the house was asleep, ex- "Away He Scampered, Down the Road" "Away He Scampered, Down the Road With Baby Holding on by His Ears." cept the baby, who was lying wide awake in her little cot at the foot of mother's bed. Just as the clock was striking midnight, there came a gentle tap at the door. Baby heard it, but no one else did, and she climbed out of her cot and ran to the door. "I commin' Bumble," she called out as she reached up to the handle and let the little animal in. "Now oo wait a minit till baby dets on her toat, Mr. Jack Rabbit." Then she ran to the drawer and pulled out her little coat and bonnet and mitts and her little foot muffs. Baby had never dressed herself before but at midnight, between the old and the new year, babies can do many wonderful things which they cannot do at any other time, but you never see them doing these things, as they will not do them while anybody in the house is awake. It only took baby a few minutes to get on all her clothes. Then she opened the door and she and the jackrabbit went out into the moonlight night. As soon as they were outside the rabbit got down on his knees, and baby climbed on his back and away he scampered, down the road, with baby holding on by his ears. Soon they were far away from baby's home, so far that they could only see the chimney. At last they came to a hole leading down under the ground. Down this the jackrabbit popped, and stopped up before a little round door. He tapped at the door and waited until it was opened by a fat little woman in a big white apron and a white dusting cap. "Ha, ha!" laughed the little woman as she took the baby off the jackrabbit's back, and nearly smothered her with kisses. "Here is another little guest at Grandma Jack Rabbit's New Year's party. Now Jack, shut the door or you will freeze the little dears. Now baby let me take off your coat and bonnet, so that you can play with the other children." Baby's eyes opened wide with wonder, for there were over a dozen other little babies in the room, which was a great large one. "Now Jack," said Grandma Jack 高 Eggs "Dood-by. Granpa." sald Baby. Rabbit, whose face was wrinkled up with laughing, all the time, "you play with the children, while I get the supper." Baby turned to see the rabbit, but he was gone, and in his place stood a little fat man, with a jolly laughing red face and a snow white beard. "What is ne jackrabbit dat bot me here?" asked the baby. "I am he," answered the little man. "We Jack Rabbits just turn ourselves into little animals like rabbits when we go out, but when we are at home, we are little men and women." "O Grandpa, please come and play with us," eried the other children, who had all been there the year before and they knew these little people, while this was the first time our little baby had ever been to see the Jack Rabbits, for she was only a tiny little infant the year before. Grandma Jack Rabbit went over to the stove at the other end of the kitchen, where she had a big pot of taffy boiling, some corn popping, a With Baby Holding on by His Ears. big pan of chestnuts roasting in the oven, and some other things cooking for the children's supper, and Grandpa began to play with the children. Oh! What fun they had! They played "Drop the Handkerchief," "Nuts in May," "Here Comes a King Arriving," "Green Gravel," "Blind Man's Buff," and every game they knew. Then Grandpa got down on his hands and knees and took them for a ride on his back all around the room and over to where Grandma was pulling the golden taffy that had been bolling on the stove. "Here's a piece of taffy for each one of my babies," laughed Grandma. Now gallop away Grandpa, like the old black ram that went to London Baby Gathered Up Her Little S Baby Gathered Up Her Little Skirts and Went Spinning Around. Town, but don't let the little dears fall off like papa and mamma did, while I set the table." Grandpa scuttled off, as fast as he could go on his hands and knees, to the other end of the room, singing: and muffled them up warm. Then Mr Jackrabbit kissed them and wished them all a happy New Year, and to them to be sure to come again the next New Year's Eve, when Grandpa Jackrabbit called for them. "Dapa, mamma and Uncle John went to Dapa, but the big ram "Dapa, f姑, f姑 Q, dread! "Dear!" "Mamma fell off, O dear! O dear! O dear! "Anna fell off, O dear! O dear! O dear! "Calgary on, to London, on, on, "Calgary on, to London, on, on, Then the children all scrambled off Mr. Jack Rabbit's back and cried: "Now Grandpa, you play us some music and we'll dance till Grandma gets supper ready." So Grandpa took the funniest looking black stick out of his pocket, and put it up to his mouth, but you ought to have heard the beautiful music 59516 that came out of that stick. It was magic and any one could dance to it even if they had never danced before, nor even seen any one dancing. Suddenly the music stopped and Grandpa said: "Come now children and have some supper, Grandma's waiting for us." Then Mr. and Mrs. Jackrabbit lifted each one of them into a high chair and tied a big bib around his or her neck, so that the children would not spill anything on their clothes. And what a feast they had! There were baked apples, ginger bread, doughnuts, cookies, and jam, and afterwards they had nuts, raisins, taffy and popcorn. "Now Grandpa," said one of the children, with a big piece of taffy in his mouth, "Please tell us where you got this new baby to night." "Well," said Grandpa, "last week I was passing Mr. Blains' house and the baby was out playing in the garden. I hid behind the snow man she was building, so that nobody but she could see me, while I told her about the party which we have here every New Year's Eve, and I asked her if she would like to come. When she said she would, I told her not to tell any one, but to be awake at midnight on New Year's night and I would come for her then." "Es," said Baby Blain, "it was a dreful long time till New Year's too. I fot it ud never tum, but it did tum and I'm having a gate time. Tan I tome here again?" "O yes!" said Grandma, "We will have another party next year and I hope you will all be here." "Yes!" cried all the children at once, "we'll all come if we can." "Well now," said Mrs. Jackrabbit, "come and have a game with Grandma, and then it will be time to go home." "Let's play tag and we'll all try to catch Grandma," said one of the children, and they all rushed toward her, but Grandma was too quick for them and had darted across the room before any one could catch her. Off they ran after her, Grandpa and all, but Grandma bobbed around like a cork in a pail of water, till she was all out of breath, and then Baby Blain, the littlest one of all, was able to catch her. "Ho! Ho! Ho! You're caught at last," laughed Mr. Jackrabbit. "Well its time that our little ones were going home for it will soon be daylight." The children were all sorry that the party was over, but Grandma and Grandpa put on their coats and hoods and muffled them up warm. Then Mrs. Jackrabbit kissed them and wished them all a happy New Year, and told them to be sure to come again the next New Year's Eve, when Grandpa Jackrabbit called for them. But where was Grandpa? He had disappeared while his wife was kissing the children, and in his place stood the funny little animal with the long ears, which had brought the children there, and which is called a jackrabbit. Grandma lifted the children on his back, all together, and opened the door, and away the rabbit scampered, up the hole and over the snow. When he came to the nearest house, he let one of the children off and then turned down the road, letting a child off at nearly every house he came to. Baby Blain's house was the farthest off of all, and before they reached it, Baby could see that it was beginning to get light away in the East, where the sun rises. The Jackrabbit saw the light too, and flew along, faster than ever, till the wind whistled past Baby's ears, for if he did not get home before daylight, some one might see Jackrabbit and shoot him for their dinner. But it was not long before they came to the Blain house. "Dood-by, Grandpa," said Baby, as she slid down off the rabbit's back, "and sank oo veey much," and the rabbit was off like a shot. Baby opened the door and then shut and locked it after her, and she was soon all undressed and in her little bed. When father and mother got up, there was the baby, fast asleep, just as she was when they went to bed the night before, and they wondered what made her sleep so late for she was always first awake in the morning. They never found out, however about the Jackrabbit's party, for Baby had promised not to tell. Baby went again next year, and every year until she was five years old, but after that she could not go any more for the Jackrabbits never had any children over five years old at their parties. She is a big girl now, and her father and mother don't call her Baby any more, but Marguerite, but she will always remember the fun she had at the Jackrabbit's party. --Montreal Herald. TRAIN WRECK ON BALTIMORE AND OHIO RAILROAD THE WORST IN MANY YEARS The awful disaster to the Duquesne flyer on the Baltimore and Ohio railroad near Dawson, Pa., Dec. 24, makes a sad Christmas for many families. It is not only the worst railroad calamity this year but the worst in many years. There have been thirty derailments and collisions during the year where the loss of life has been exceptionally large, but the collision on the Big Four railroad of Nov. 19, when thirty-one were killed and seventeen injured, had been the worst up to the present horror. In this one twice as many were killed and five times as many injured. It may be interesting in connection with these thirty disasters to know that twenty of them were caused by collisions and ten by derailments, which would seem to indicate that more attention is paid to the condition of the roadbed than to the details of running trains. If there can be any consolation in such an accident, by which over three score persons were killed outright and many others were injured, some of whom will die, it is in the fact that it does not appear to have been the result of carelessness or inefficiency A freight train loaded with timbers had just preceded the passenger train, and some of the ties had fallen upon the track. The Duquesne flyer, running at great speed, rounded a curve, and, before the engineer could slacken speed, the entire train, except a sleeper and dining car, was derailed. The timbers were properly loaded, but the breaking of a stay—a contingency which hardly could have been foreseen—let some of them down. The T Dr. Thomas B. Mehard of Connellsville, Pa., who assisted in rescue work and attended many of the injured in the railroad wreck near that city Dec. 24, has given a scientific medical version of the cause of the deaths. He said: "Many persons have been mistaken as to what caused the deaths of the wreck victims, believing they were due to scalds and burns. Aside from the engineer and fireman, who died from crushing violence, the death of all the others was due to the inhalation of superheated steam, thus causing an edema of the larynx and in-crew of the freight train were not in a position to know it. It was a horrible disaster. Men were crushed to death, scalded to death, burned to death. Cars were telescoped, smashed, burned. Every detail of horror and of suffering possible in a railroad wreck characterized this one. It is not creditable to skill in construction that cars should be built of material which is made all the more inflammable by paint and varnish put on in profusion, and that they should be built so lightly and go to pieces as easily as a cardboard house. The old wooden vessels have largely given place to steel vessels. Why should not the old wooden cars be succeeded by steel cars, which will offer some resistance in case of accident and reduce the risks of death and injury to crew and passengers? CAUSE OF THE WRECK. Information Seems to Show Disaster Was Unavoidable. The wreck was caused by the breaking of the castings on a carload of bridge timbers on a westbound freight train which had passed Laurel Run not more than fifteen minutes before the passenger train. The wreck occurred on a curve, and it was impossible for Engineer Thornley to see far enough ahead to detect the obstruction on the tracks. The big Atlantic type engine plunged into the timbers at a velocity of sixty miles an hour. The engine plowed into the embankment, and the baggage and express cars were thrown into the Youghioghney river. The smoker followed the engine and landed squarely on top of it. This allowed the escaping steam from the engine to fill the car. The smoker was packed to its utmost capacity, and all the passengers were cooked alive. Most of the killed were foreigners who were literally roasted to death, the baggage and smoker telescoping the engine and immediately catching fire. Not a single passenger in the car escaped with his life, and it is esti- 12 mated that at least forty of the dead were in the smoker. An operator at "V R" tower on the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie railroad, across the Youghiogheny river, was the first to send word of the accident and to send for relief. He was watching the Duquesne limited as it was speeding along the Baltimore and Ohio tracks across the river. He saw the cars pile high in the air and then sink back on the tracks. The screams of the injured and dying were plainly heard. In another second he was sending word to the railroad officials at Dawson and Connellsville. For more than 500 feet both the east and west bound tracks were torn up. The engine was completely demolished and the big 7,000-gallon tank on the tender was thrown 100 feet ahead from the wreckage. The baggage car was thrown into the river, but was only slightly wrecked. All the cars were derailed and the 12 WALTER terfering with respiration, death resulting from the want of oxygen. In other words, the victims died of air starvation. "The word edema practically means an escape of the watery element of the blood in the surrounding tissues, thus causing pressure on the opening from the lungs to the throat, in the place where the vocal cords are attached. This change in the vocal cords and larynx, practically a scalding or cooking, caused the alteration in voice sounds emitted by those who inhaled the deadly steam. This death is one of the most horrible known to medical science." trucks of all except the diner were torn completely from underneath the cars. Few people were injured in the Pullman cars and the diners, although few escaped without at least some slight injuries. Hardly had the bodies of the dead been removed from the coaches until thieves began robbing the dead of jewelry and money. Special officers were deputized, and with the aid of the Baltimore and Ohio police force and Connellsville officers the work of the ghouls was stopped. It is charged that the foreigners who escaped serious injury in the wreck immediately set about robbing their more unfortunate countrymen, and the dead as well as injured were robbed of their money and other valuables. THREE GOOD "FISH" STORIES. Sea Serpent, Monster Oyster and Man-Eating Lobster Arrive. While returning to his home late yesterday, says a dispatch from Atlantic City, N. J., William Blackman saw a long, dark object being tossed by the restless waves beating on the beach at Ventnor. At last one big comber left it stranded high on the sands. Blackman approached. Before him lay a sea serpent eighteen feet long and with a head twelve inches from ear to ear. Its mouth was the same size. The next morning it could not be found. Residents are greatly alarmed. About the same time Richard Burbage of Pleasantville went oyster hunting in Lake's bay. After a mighty struggle he landed a bivalve, he says, which measured two feet in length, fourteen inches across the back, twelve inches in depth, and the meat in it weighed twenty-four pounds. All Pleasantville can bear witness that no oyster ever caught was its equal. Then John Winder proved the rule of three and made the cycle complete. Winder is mate of the yacht Pittsburg, and he pulled a lobster up on a codfish line, while fishing twenty miles off shore. It weighed, Winder says, forty-five pounds. "It was either a man-eater or the original lobster," says Winder. All Atlantic City is agast at these happenings. CHANGE IN MEN'S DRESS. Knee Breeches Growing in Favor With London Society Devotees. Men's clothes are becoming more and more fanciful, according to a great London tailor, who welcomes the growing revict against the "somber sameness" of evening dress. Society men are taking to knee breeches among other fads, and if the present craze keeps up a pair of long trousers will soon be a rarity in Mayfair. The king has taken a personal interest in the attempt to make men's dress more becoming. He wears evening dress as little as possible and upon every 羊 possible occasion he causes the gentlemen of the court to discard the dull black garments for bright uniforms. To the influence of the king may be ascribed the desire of many men to become more artistically clothed. ARMY TO USE HAND ORGANS: Salvationists Adopt New Method in Raising Funds. Italian organ grinders of New York are up in arms. The Salvation Army is about to encroach upon their domain with organs and monkeys. There are many expert organ grinders among the soldiers, who, the officers insist, should be given an opportunity to display their accomplishment and incidentally to add wealth to the exchequer. Police Commissioner Greene has received a communication from Charles L. Whitman, a commander of the Salvation Army, asking him to recommend an ordinance permitting members of the organization to grind hand organs in the streets of the city. The commissioner has turned the letter over to Senior Inspector Cortright. Minister Admitted to the Bar For years Rev. J. E. Herman of Milford, N. H., has been studying law, and now he has been admitted to the bar. "I have done all this study," he says, "without in any way slighting my duties as preacher of the gospel. For instance, Monday, instead of being the so-called 'blue Monday,' was devoted by me to the study of some branch of law. The knowledge of law is helpful to all professions and as much to the ministry as any other. 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A Sedalia man, at a church meeting the other day, said: "I never drink red liquor. I don't believe in it." The next day he was seen in a saloon by a man who heard him say it, just as he was ordering a drink. "I thought I heard you say you didn't touch red liquor." ventured the man. "You did," said the other man. Then turning to the bartender he said: "I'll take a little gin, please." The following interesting news paragraph appeared in the column of Snake Eyed Sol, the Beaven township correspondent of the Taney County Republican, last week: Woe to the possums and skunks for Lewis Campbel land the Combs 'are after their hides. . . Everybody preparing for Christmas—some making pies and cakes and gathering candies for the little folks, and some are replenishing their little brown jugs. . . James Flopper is afflicted with a complaint similar to the heaves, caused, he thinks, by carrying a 45-caliber Colt's. The extreme weight of the death dealer and the broad cowskin belt have raised large corns on each hip. . . Lewis Blair and his little son went 'possom hunting a few nights ago on Kentucky hollow and caught a very large one that was about to whip all five of their dogs. Cutting some clubs, Mr. Blair and his son rushed into the fray. The boy aimed a blow at the 'possom, and, missing his mark, struck his father and knocked out an eye. St. Joseph councilmen are anything but slow. An owl car proposition has been sprung in St. Joseph and the News and Press says the councilmen are especially well pleased with the idea. The subscriber who drops into the office of the Clyde Times and settles up makes "one of those pleasing calls." The thief who entered a Kirksville clothing store last week and stole nine pairs of trousers was probably a pantaloonatic. J. W. Hanger, aged 93 years, walked five miles from his home in Clinton last week to buy Christmas presents. He made the trip in less than an hour and a half. There is a man named Boydson confined in the Jasper county jail who is not there to the sheriff's legal knowledge. No warrant or commitment can be found covering his case. He wants to be released but the sheriff says he cannot release a man who is not known, according to law, to be there. Boydson has been in the jail ninety days. He has secured attorneys to bring habeas corpus proceedings to get him out. Somebody played a mean trick on Uncle Ezra Fox of Paw Paw Corner Saturday. He was occupying a seat in a crowded railroad car going to Osage. When the train reached Pee Dec somebody near Uncle Ezra yelled, "All out for Osage." Uncle Ezra fought his way out of the car and found the train at Pee Dec. When he got back inside he found a man sitting in his seat and laughing. Uncle Ezra had to stand up all the way to Osage. He says he will never use that railroad again. Russell Meals of Moberly doesn't board at a restaurant, but he works about three squares from one. Joseph Huegel has managed the Central hotel at Jefferson City thirty years. This is another Missouri record that will be hard to beat. "Brass Bullets" from the Richmond Missourian: Love and business succeed by the same rules. * * * The fool killer never works during December. * * * A good letter must have a true heart back of it. * * * Kissing by telephone is interesting—when the wires are crossed. * * * If you see some good in everybody, you have merit in your own self. * * * A maiden who thinks likes the man who has a head of his own. * * * The devil loves a pretty woman. * * * The woman who marries without first becoming a Christian attempts too much. * * * The memory of a first love lies in the heart like the breath of the mignonette crushed between the pages of a book. When the people down in Ozark county enjoy themselves at social gatherings they say they have had a "regular hog-killin'" time. A Burlington Junction merchant claims to have sold enough stove pipe in his business life to extend 100 miles if jointed together. This is the first stove pipe century run reported in the state. A Henry county weekly declared the other day that "the passenger train was over twelve hours late this morning." Problem: Was the train due in the morning or the afternoon or the evening? PRELIMINARY DIGESTION is baked twice at a high temperature to render the starch easy of digestion; contains no caramel, maple, fruit juices or other sweetenings to cause fermentation and indigestion; made from the whole grain of the wheat, celery infused, and so prevents constipation, creates nerve force and furnishes wholesome nourishment to the whole body. Served hot or cold. A delicious breakfast food. Last Moments of Tennyson. Tennyson's last moments were very beautiful. Just before the end came, as he lay tranquilly holding his daughter-in-law's hand, he turned to her, and with a smile of ineffable sweetness said: "I have opened it." Then, to complete one of the loveliest pictures in the lives of great men, his spirit took wings as his son spoke over him his own prayer, "God accept him! Christ receive him!" Qualities of Radium. The fact that radium exerts a very peculiar influence upon light-emitting bodies has given rise to the hope that it may eventually play an important role in the industry of light. A minute quantity of radium is sufficient to produce a strong light from a layer of zinc pyrites, and this light produces no heat, so that loss of energy is avoided. Hot-air Fan. An electric fan that heats the air current that it delivers has been devised by M. de Mare, a Belgian electrician. The apparatus consists of an electric motor and a rotating fan, the blades of which are of mica. Upon these mica blades are fastened resistance coils, which are heated by the passage through them of a current of electricity. For the Invalid. A raw egg is one of the most nutritious of foods, and may be taken very easily if the yolk is not broken. A little nutmeg grated upon an egg. a few drops of lemon juice added, some salt and a dash of cayenne pepper vary the flavor and tend to make it more palatable when not taken as a medicine. Former British Soldiers At the close of the Boer war 24,000 British soldiers sought employment as coachmen, grooms, porters, carmen, etc., and places were promptly found in England for 18,000. Lately the number of unemployed former soldiers has increased, owing to the present service of three years with the colors instead of seven years as heretofore. Mohammedans in India. It is estimated that while there are 50,000,000 of Mohammedans in India and about 7,000,000 Buddhists, also a small number of Parsees, there are three-fourths of the total population who adhere to the Hindoo faith. From Herbert Spencer The power of self-government, like all other powers, can be developed only by exercise. Whoso is to rule over his passions in maturity must be practiced in ruling over his passions during youth.-Social Statics. Mr. Grover's Case. Frederika, In., Dec. 28.-Mr. A. S. Grover is now 74 years of age. For the last 30 years he has suffered a great deal of sickness and, although he is a temperate man and never used spirits of any kind, his kidneys had troubled him very much. He said: "I was told I had Diabetes and my symptoms corresponded exactly to those of a young man who died of Diabetes in this neighborhood. My feet and limbs were bloated quite a little. "I heard of Dodd's Kidney Pills and at last determined to try them. I took in all ten boxes before I was well and now I can truthfully say that I am all right. The bloating is gone from my feet and legs. I have gained eight pounds in weight and can sleep well at night and every symptom of my trouble is gone. "It is some time now since I was cured and I have not the slightest return of any symptom of the old trouble." We'd hate to cling to anything as long as a girl clings to her summer shirt waist in the fall. To Cure a Cold in One day. Take Lazative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund money if it fails to cure 200. Figures may not lie, but estimates are often misleading. Saint Margaret of the Cross --- Ask Your Druggist for a free Peruna Almanac for 1904. In every country of the civilized world Sisters of Charity are known. Not only do they minister to the spiritual and intellectual needs of the charges committed to their care, but they also minister to their bodily needs. With so many children to take care of and to protect from climate and disease, these wise and prudent Sisters have found Peruna a never failing safeguard. Dr. Hartman receives many letters from Catholic Sisters from all over the United States. A recommend recently received from a Catholic institution in Detroit, Mich., reads as follows: Dr. S. B Hartman, Columbus, Ohio; Dear Sir: "The young girl who used the Peruna was suffering from laryngitis, and loss of voice. The result of the treatment was most satisfactory, She found great relief, and after further use of the medicine we hope to be able to say she is entirely cured." —Sisters of Charity. The young girl was under the care of the Sisters of Charity and used Peruna for catarh of the throat with good results as the above letter testifies. Send to the Peruna Medicine Co., Columbus, Ohio, for a free book written by Dr. Hartman. PILE CURE There are remedies and remedies on the market for Piles, most of which are Injurious rather than helpful. Dr. Caldwell's (LAXATIVE) Syrup Pepsin Is guaranteed to cure any case of Piles or the money refunded, if you follow directions. Is that strong enough? PEPSIN SYRUP CO., Monticello, Ill. The United States has a parcel post arrangement with Germany. James L. Cowles sent a suit case from New York directly to New Haven. The stamps cost $3.68. He could have sent it via Germany for $1.95. Offered at any postoffice as fourth-class matter it would not have been accepted at all it weighed eleven pounds. The Petuna Medicine Co., Colambus, O.1 Gentlemen: "I have used several bottles of Petuna and feel greatly benefited thereby from my catarrh of the head, and feel encouraged to believe that its continued use will fully eradicate a disease of thirty years' standing."—David Meekison. MARCO MORRIS Dr. Hartman, one of the best known physicians and surgeons in the United States, was the first man to formulate Peruna. It was through his genius and perseverance that it was introduced to the medical profession of this country. If you do not derive prompt and satisfactory results from the use of Peruna, write at once to Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case and he will be pleased to give you his valuable advice gratis. Address Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus, O. U.M.C. Millions of U.M.C. Shot Sheets are sold each year. They are made in the largest cartridge factory in the world. The UNION METALLIG CARTRIDGE CO. BRIDGEPORT, CONN. Your dealer sells them. Catalog sent upon request. Ripans Tables are the best dry-popula medicine ever made. A hundred millions of them have been sold in the United States in a single year. Constipation, heartburn, ebook headache, dizziness, bad breath, sore throat, and every illness arising from a disordered stomach are relieved or cured by Ripans Tabnica. One will generally give relief within twenty minutes. The five-cent package is enough for ordinary occasions. All druggists sell them. ST. LOUIS, MO. MEALS AT ALL HOURS. Oysters in any Style. Services strictly first-class. Ladies and Gents dine up stairs. Z. T. JORDAN, Manager THE GREAT SOUHERN HAIR POMADE. THE GREAT HAIR GROWER AND STRAIGHTENER PRICE 25c. GOOD AGENTS WANTED. Fill out this blank and send it with $1.00 and you will receive by express $2.00 worth of the Pomade and items to agents. E. J. NOTT. PARIS, MO. Enclosed please iP. O. Money Order for $1.00, for which send me as per your offer, $2.00 worth of the Great Southern Hair Pomade and terms to agents. Name...... Street...... Town or City...... County...... State...... Express Office...... Date of this order...... SEND ALL ORDERS TO FAST MAIL SERVICE A GOOD THING MERCHANT PANEL RAILWAY The Train Service of the Missouri Pacific. The four flyers that leave Kansas City Union depot daily for St. Louis and all points East—note the leaving time: 9:50 a. m., 1:10 p. m., 9:15 p. m. and 10:45 p. m. No other line from Kansas City offers to the traveling public such train service via St. Louis. Note the new departure of the fast mail at 1:10 p. m. arrives in St. Louis at 10 p. m.; close connections in St. Louis with the Grand Union stations with Eastern and South-eastern trains. The only one. leaving Kansas City after the Operas., bridge meetings and Sunday night Churus service, at 10:45 p. m. and arriving in St. Louis at 7:20 a. m., in for all Eastern connections. 9:55 p. m. - 10:50 a. m.: Omaha & St. Paul Express. Elegant equipment, Pullman Sleepers and Compartment cars; Recrolling Chair cars, (all seats free). For all information and tickets call at Union Depot and 901 Mala St., City Office. E. S. JEWETT, Pass. & Ticket Agent. 1784 ..... Telephone ..... 4178 WALL'S Laundry Co., First-Class Work & Prompt Delivery 708 E. 12th St., Kansas City, Mo. TILLHOFF & CAMPBEL Real Estate, Rentals and In TELEPHONE 1469. 203-204 Hall Bldg., Corner 9th m Walnut Sts. The Stoeltzing Stove and H MILK COOKER John P. Tilhoff. 100 BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT. ORIGINAL OZONIZED OX MARROW This wonderful hair pomade is the only safe only hair straight as shown above. It nourishes the scalp, prevents the hair from fall- ing, makes the hair grow long and silky. Since makes hair easy to manage, it is the first preparation for straightening kinky hair. Wear of or for straightening kinky hair. Wear of Or Marrow as the genuine never fails to give you the best-giving gift it that healthy, life-like appearance much desired. A toilet necessity for ladies, and a beauty gift for men. It is not possible for anybody to promote it from equal to it. Full directions with every dealer and/or send us 50 cents for one bot- tle and dealers or send us 50 cents for one bot- tle and express charges. Send postal name of this money order. Please mention name of this only hair straight as shown above. Write your name and address plainly to. OZONIZED OX MARROW CO. 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Quick and Pleasant FRISCO SYSTEM Excellent Service Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida And the Southeast, and to Hansas, Oklahoma, Indian Territory, Texas And the Southwest. Detailed information as to excursion dates, rates, train service, etc., furnished upon application to James Donohue, Assistant General Passenger Agent, Kansas City, Mo. REGISTERED IN FATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2 Guaranteed to do what we say and to be the "best in the world." One box is all that is required if used as directed. WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH A PEACH-Like complexion obtained if used as directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mutilate person four or five white. In forty-eight hours a shade or two will be turned, but does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out the maining beautiful without continual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, plumps or bumps or black heads, making the skin very soft and smooth. Will tan, liver spots removed without harm to the skin. Will get the color you wish, stop using the preparation. THE HAIR STRAIGHTENER. that goes to every one dollar box, is enough to make anyone a hair grow long and straight, and accepts it from falling out. Highly perfumed and easy to use, it may be to comb. Many of our customers say one of our boxes is worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. THE NO-SHILL thrown in free. Any person sending us one dollar in a letter or enclosed in an order, express money order or registered letter, will receive through the small postage prepaid; or if you want it in sent C. O. D., it will come by express, $2.6 extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. If we send no box we will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. & CAMPBELL, rentals and Insurance. Best Stores Made. Largest Stock in City. Prices the Lowest. Steel Ranges, Steel Oven Cook Stoves, Base Burners, Furnaces, and all goods made by the... Peninsular Stove Co. German Heater, Soft Coal Baseheater, Cole's Hot Blast, Air Light for Coal and Wood, Clermont Oak Stoves, Schill Steel Ranges and Furnaces 'Phone 1451. 1329 Grand Ave. Wm. J. Campbell Kansas City, Mo BE NOT DECEIVED To the COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS, "OZONO." BEFORE. AFTER. Mr. Henry Stewart of Roanoke, Va., writes. Before using Ozono my head was perfectly bald. Now a nice growth has appeared. Ozono is perfectly grant. BEFORE AFTER Mr. Starr Holman, of Valley Mills, Texas, writes: Ozono is the only hair tonic that has ever done my hair my good. It has caused my hair to grow long and straight. MR. GEORGE BRANCH, Mahon, Texas writes: Ozone has done me a world of good. Everyone that uses it will use no other hair tonic. BETROLL AFTER Miss Maggie F. Proctor, Fairfield, Texas, writes: I have used Orope and give it my hearty recommendation. I have been fooled so often it does me good to recommend honest goods. DEKEE OFTER Henry Bell, Creeds, Va., writes: I cannot say too much in favor of your goods. This is the universal opinion in my county. The Magic THE necessity of tions or too and women, of hair, have found comparatively an possibility to strata quickly, effectively uncontrollable headlowing instruction will not. It will s. It is positively the use of the Straight better than the miscledly the risk of bar with a handle nary heat by mean tached parallel to for use. The testments of the user, use and straight teeth shortened is an indispensable a personal appearan MAGIC HA THE necessity of a practical contriv- tions or too curly hair has long be- and women, endowed by nature wi- air, have found ordinary combing un- paratively an easy matter to curl sti- ability to straighten curly hair. sibly, effectively and satisfactorily be- controlable head of hair or beard. I ing instructions, will straighten the not. It will save the loss of hair th positively the only device that will of the Straightener after the shampo- ter than the many methods ordinarily the risk of catching cold. The use with a handle of comfortable grip, heat by means of gas, lamp or com- pared parallel to it, by an ingenious an- use. The teeth of the comb can be tips of the user. The full length of the use and straightens a heavy head of shortened is preferable for men's indispensable article of toilet by all onal appearance. It has the endorser. ADDRESS MAGIC HAIR STRAIGHT ```markdown ``` The Magic Hair Straightener THE necessity of a practical contrivance for straightening refractions or too curly hair has long been apparent. The many teen and women, endowed by nature with unruly and rebellious heads of hair, have found ordinary combing unproductive of results. It is comparatively an easy matter to curl straight hair but almost an impossibility to straighten curly hair. The Magic (fair Straightener quickly, effectively and satisfactorily) brings under subjection the most uncontrollable head of hair or beard. It's use a few minutes daily, following instructions, will straighten the hair where hours of combing will not. It will save the loss of hair that excessive combing produces. It is positively the only device that will accomplish such results. The use of the Straightener after the shampoo, will dry the hair quicker and better than the many methods ordinarily employed, and lessen very decidedly the risk of catching cold. The Straightener consists of a steel bar with a handle of comfortab- grip. The bar is heated to an ordinary heat by means of gas, lamp or common stove; the comb then attached parallel to it, by an ingenious arrangement, and is then ready for use. The teeth of the comb can be regulated to suit the requirements of the user. The full length of the teeth is best adapted for womens' use and straightens a heavy head of hair as fast as combed. The teeth shortened is preferable for men's hair and beard. It will be found an indispensable article of toilet by all who take pride in their personal appearance. It has the endorsements of physicians, price $1.25 AGENTS WANTED. DIAMOND DEVOT AMOND PAINT DEVOE Paint, W PHONES 946, 94 Hair Straight etical contrivance for stray hair has long been apparent by nature with unruly aerial combing unproductive latter to curl straight hair. The Magician satisfactorily brings under control or beard. It's use a few straighten the hair where loss of hair that excessive vice that will accomplish over the shampoo, will dry the nods ordinarily employed, is cold. The Straightener portable grip. The bar is a lamp or common stove; the ingenious arrangement, the comb can be regulated to the length of the teeth is best the heavy head of hair as fastie for men's hair and beard toilet by all who take prizes in the endorsements of physic ADDRESS 407 Century Building, MIN PAINT CO Paint, Varnish, ES 946, 944 GRAND 12 BEFORE. AFTER. eners now on the market, and knowing to a certainty that many of these are frauds and hair straight-and simple, we wish to make a straight forward, honest statement to the colored face through this great paper. In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, through a fortunate circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or success. After a thorough test by the colored people on the market and met with marked honest, legitimate remedy, true to all that was claimed for it, and worthy in every respect of the confidence of every member of the colored race, because they found it to cause the whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there as an April morning. Now, who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other people's goods. Seeing our straight success, numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair growers and hair damage to the hair and scalp, and the colored people are buying their own and doing great which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair much harm than good. To these let us advertise and be careful what you use on your hair. To not be deceived by flaring which is sold with an iron-on glue guarantee to do all that it is claimed for it, or we will forfeit it. You have a plain question—would we absolutely agree to forfeit $500 if you are dissatisfied with the product, or they were not true to all we claim for them. We have advertised for several years under this rule, we are glad to say that every one who has used Ogoo has been satisfied in every respect. 10,000 people are today using our preparations, and every purchaser recommends Ozonized hair of all Hair Tones. Ozono will positively take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Hassle, and detractory. Troublesome Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will be the head of all itching, worrying scalp diseases. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff and Scurf cannot live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair long and soft. straighten the hair, but when they send the preparation they tell you to use hot irons, out. Ozero straightens without any outside assistance. Nothing but Ozero is necessary, on the hair are seen in a day or two after the first application. price of Oozo is any time, a bottle = I books do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is only an offer, until out this coupon and send to us, enclosing with it the sum of one Bottle of Oozo, one time, and a bottle of Oozo and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiller, which makes black leaves of Oozo and one large bottle of Electrical Skin oresces. Also removes all skin oresces. Also removes all facial imperfections. It actually removes all skin oresces. It also include one funny jar of our Electrical Skin Food. Nature's great beauty—it also includes one much patched, freckles, and all facial blemishes makes the old look young and the very skin looks CHEMICALLY include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is absolutely CHEMICALLY and no soap but a pure soap should ever be used on the scalp. And, hastily, to prove our knowledge, we have a post package of Anti Odor, a positive care for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of Wound infection, Frosted Toes, removes all scalp and odor arising from the human body, such feet, such ears, etc. This brand Aggregation is $100, but we let you have it for $100 simply to introduce you to this brand Aggregation to protect the public in general from limitations of our goods, and to avoid misuse to protect our coupon our Trademark, one head showing Hair and the other head found in the coupon our trademark, and it is registered in the Patent Office at Washington, so if the coupon is traded, it will mark on it, you will make no mistake. Use only the coupon having the two heads on it. If we refer you to the Editor of this paper or to the Metropolitan Bank of Richmond, we refer you to the Editor QZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and cause a beautiful and luxurious look. We encourage you to invest in growth. Send us $1 cent once, and the goods will be sent the same day we receive your payment. 4 Boxes of Ozone, worth $2.00, 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, worth $0.00, 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth $0.00, 1 Package (4 pints) Anti- Odor, worth $0.00, 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth $0.00, Total $4.00. If you want it all like above, send $20. If you have a friend who has no coupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and put it on coupon when you send your order. ```markdown ``` TRADE-MARK. BEFORE. ignoring the fact that there are now on the market, and knowing to tuple, we wish to make a straight this great paper. In the year is estimate the fact, true to all the circumstances acquired the reed to any extent which would After a thorough test by the co-genuine remedy, true to all the success, numerous of every member of the row longed for, and for a genuine article appears upon state and make capital out of the success, numerous firms have entered the hair and scent, and are filled with animal fats, and do warning—be careful what you us-ments and big words. Buy the l FORE. AFTER. fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and market, and knowing to a certain that many of these are able to make a straight-foward, home-made hair paper. In the year 1814 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. M. nances, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered until when it was put upon the market and met a rough test by the colored people; it was properly, true to all that was claimed for it, and worthy to every member of the colored race, because they found that hair, soft and, and as beautiful as an April morn, article appears upon the market are always a num-ber of firms have entered the market, offering hair growers of which are worthless, causing the hair to fall out and scrape, and which are worthless, buying these spurious animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. The careful what you use on your hair. Do not be deceiving words. Buy the king of all Hair Tones. OZONO from-clad guarantee to do all that is claimed for it, or you a plain question—would be absolutely agree to of your preparation—if you were not true to all we and several years under this guidance. We are glad to do so. Today using our preparations, and every purchaser at H. H. P. and our will positively take the Kinkec Refractory. Troublesome Mr. Ust will make short, care your head of all itching, worrying, and the Sear cannot live after Ozono has been applied. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making it us make a statement. Many firms are advertising but when they send the preparation they tell you to do this to you on the life of the hair, and can be used to outdo you on the life of Ozono. night forever. You can stop the use at any time. The is a day or two after the first application. We make this case as to how you make this way time. Cut on this case and use a closed ask for the time. Cut on this case and use a closed skin. Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rough the skin. We will also install a facial imperfections, for a new and more effective and our Electrical layer-removes wrinkles, much patches, freckles, and all look young and the young look younger. So, we will put in a print package of about one hour each day, so we can be able to use the with all forms of Womb Discovers. Chibblins, Sore and the Glades are using from the human body, such as feet, and the leg, and the foot. We have you have most goods. In order to connect the public to you you need to avoid mistakes, we have placed upon our comp airport. Hair and the other head long hair. The U. S. made in the U. S. and the U. S. are not to have a this trade mark on it, you will make more of heads on it. As to our responsibility, we refer to the European Bank of Richmond, Va. To the best interest, we are given hair and can send us $100 once, and the goods will be sent to BOSTON CHEMICAL COMP 310 East Broad Street, RIC SIO E. BROAD ST., RICHMOND, VA. close you $1.00, for which please 4 Boxes of Ozone, worth $2.00, 1 $1.00, 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Foil Odor, worth $50, 1 Package Scalp straightener and Shampoo Drier...... for straightening refract- rent. The many neatly and rebellious head- active of results. It is air but almost an ima- gic hair Straightener under subjection the most few minutes daily, fol- here hours of combing passive combing produces, which such results. The dry the hair quicker and youed, and less very de- merer consists of a steel air is heated to an ordi- rice; the comb then at- tent, and is then ready to suit the require- s best adapted for wom- fast as combed. The beard. It will be found the pride in their physicians. price $1.25 ER MFG. CO., 00, for which please send at once the following goods: Ozono, worth $2.00, I Bottle Electrical Skin Redner, worth Electrical Skin Food, worth $0.00, I Package (1 pint) An- d $0.00, I Package Scalp Soap, worth $0.00 Total, $4.00. House No. City State like glove, read $3.00. If you have a friend I who has no me on a piece of paper and pin to upon when you send y MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. COMPANY ash, Brushes. AND. 1214 GRAND AVE. AFTER. my SO-CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighten-menty that many of these are frauds pure forward, best at all the colored race if our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, through script for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or was put upon the market and met with markedored race of the time it was pronounced an was claimed for it, and worthless to respect colored race, because they found it to cause the ear, and as beautiful as an April morning. Now, the market are always a number of people the merits of other peoples So-called the market, offering hair growers and hairs, causing the hair to fall out and doing great old people are buying these spurious compounds, hairs than good. To these let us on your hair. Do not be deceived by daring of all Hair Tones. end at once the following goods: bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, worth worth $00., 1 Package (1 pint) Anti- soap, worth $0c. Total, $4.00. House No. City State If you have a friend who has no coupon, and pin to coupon when you send your order. BREVITY IN BUSINESS LETTERS. Formal Style of the Past Now Generally Discarded. "The stiff, formal style of business letter is passing," said the up-to-date business man. "We are beginning to discard all stereotyped forms. We no longer say, 'I beg leave to advise you,' or 'We would say in reply,' but we write the letter in the simplest, briefest manner possible. We instruct our clerks to write as naturally as they would talk, and to state their business without any unnecessary words. Instead of 'I beg leave to advise' that certain goods 'have been sent,' they start without any furbebows to write. 'The goods have been sent to you as ordered.' It stands to reason that if a man is answering a letter, he is replying to a previous one. The older clerks do not like this innovation. They have become rather attached to the grandiose style, but the young clerks heartily approve of less formality." DIED, BUT HE WAS CURED How Physician Explained Demise of His Patient. Carroll D. Wright, an authority upon questions of labor, passed a good part of his boyhood in the New Hampshire town of Dunbarton. There used to live near Dunbarton a physician remarkable for his pigheaded stupidity, Mr. Wright said of him recently: "A good story about this physician used to circulate in our town. According to it, an old woman stopped his gig one day, and pointed toward a house with crape on the door. "So, doctor,' she said, maliciously, 'Mr. Brown is dead, for all you promised to cure him, eh' "The doctor looked at her in his pompous, stupid way. "You're mistaken,' he said. 'You didn't follow the progress of the case, It's true Mr. Brown is dead, but he died cured.'" Many a man willing to work, is kept from it by idle men who bother him. ```markdown ``` BEFORE RITTER. Miss Annie A. Wise, Onanceck, Va., writes: I and my sister have both used Ozono and we recommend it to everyone. It is the finest hair grower and straightener on earth. Mr. W. C. Diggs, Swarthmore, Pa. says: I have used your preparations. They have done more than you claimed for them. I heartily recommend them. BEFORE. AFTER. Miss Clara M. Bentley, Topeka, Kan., says: My hair was short and knotty and kinky. Now it is long and fine. Ozono did it. BEFORE AFTER Mr. Mark Taylor, Haverhill, Mass., says: Your discovery is little short of a miracle and surpasses the ingenuity of man. BEFORE AFTER Miss Lousa Logan, New Orleans, La., says: I send you my photograph, so that you can see what your Ozono has done for me. Advance of "Wireless." Consul General Richard Guenther reports from Frankfort, April 25, 1903: The Berlin Tageblatt publishes a message sent by its correspondent from a moving railroad train between Rangsdorf and Zossen, stating that on that day experiments in this line were made by the Association for Wireless Telegraphy, Braun-Siemens system. During the journey a lively communication was held between the moving train and the stations of Marienfelde and Rangsdorf. The absolute reliability of the messages transmitted was proven. Huge Scheme. A scheme of unparalleled magnitude is about to be undertaken in California, involving the construction of two reservoirs, one of 8,000 acres area and the other, at a level of 250 feet lower, of 2,000 acres area. A canal about ten miles in length will connect the reservoirs. Provision is to be made for a vertical fall of 1,600 feet, and this, it is calculated, will develop energy equal to 270,000 horse power, which will be applied in the generation of electric current for long-distance transmission. The Habits of Flies. The commonest house fly, musca domesticata, breeds in manure and dooryard filth, and is found in nearly all parts of the world. On account of the conformation of its mouth parts, the house fly can not bite, yet no impression is stronger in the minds of most people than this insect does not occasionally bite. This impression is due to the frequent occurrences in houses of another fly (stomoxys calcitrans), which may be called the stable fly, and which, while closely resembling the house fly, differs from it in the important particular that its mouth parts are formed for piercing the skin. This species takes refuge in houses when it rains and gives rise to the saying that flies bite only when it rains.