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V A A V. ? 4 * A A A A A A A A A .t A A A A A A A AA A A AAA AA AAA AA AAAA AAA A A A 3 How Miss Hen Lost Her Teeth. | BY R. F. AYRES. COPVKIGHTED WU1. BV KOBEBT HOWAHD Hl'SSELL. ft irrrvTrrTTTrrrrf TTYTTTTTTrv7rrrrrvTvTrTmrrrTrTrrrrtA Mr. Squirrel anil his cousin. Mr. Chipmunk, had always lived near together. Mr. Squirrel had a. fine house in the trunk of a tree, I and Mr. Chipmunk had his house in the ground among the tree's roots. There were so many hick-1 ory nuts on the tree that they i gathered each fall more than ?enough to last them all winter. They considered themselves very j rich, and lived in great comfort until one day an awiul thing hap pened: the tree blew down. Mr. Squirrel and Mr. Chipmunk were heartbroken. They knew J they could neverexpectto gather any more nuts from that tree, for it would soon die, and there was no other tree that bore nuts of any kind anywhere in the neighborhood. "What shall we do?"asked Mr. Chipmunk. "We must find another hickory nuttree," said Mr. Squirrel. They each took a basket and filled it with all the nuts it would hold anil started off together to find another hickory nut tree. They walked for a long time and kept a sharp watch for an other tree like the one they had left, but,'although they found some hickory nut trees, not one suited them; some were too small, some were too old, and some had mean little nuts on them that were not worth get ting. At last they grew hungry and sat down to eat their lunch. They ate a lot of nuts and played ?games with the shells, and finally they thought they would take a ... ?-1- 1 '1 J l. ? i imp, su mey m.y uowii uemue their baskets and went to sleep. They slept very soundly in the war'ni sun, but were finally awakened by some one shaking them. They awoke at the same time, and saw an old lady with a very cross face looking down 1 at them. She had each of them ' bv their coat collars and held them tightly. "Who are you two lazy fel lows?" she asked sharply, "and 1 what are you doing in mv tim- ! ber lot?" "We are Mr. Squirrel and Mr. 1 Chipmunk," they answered, "and we are looking for a hickory nut tree, for ours has blown down." "Well, come along with me and tell me all about it." The old , lady, whose name was Miss Hen, held Mr. Squirrel and Mr. Chip munk by their coat collars and walked them a long way through the woods to a little house in a hollow. They were very much afraid, for the old lady had very long teeth, and she was three times as large as Mr. Squirrel and Mr. Chipmunk, but she jerked them crossly whenever they tried to hang back and showed her teeth so savagely that, they did not dare to make any objections. Mies lien took them into the house and, after locking the door very carefully, put the key in her pocket. "Now stir around and get my supper for me," she said, "for 1 am so tired with walking that I must sit down and rest. What have you in your basket?" "Hickory nuts," said Mr. Squir rel. "1 am very fond of hickory j( nuts," said Miss Hen, so Mr. Squirrel and Mr. Chipmunk l?e- | gan to crack some for Miss Hen's t supper. Whenever t hey attempt- f ed to stop she made them go on | until they were all cracked. Then Mr. Squirrel offered her some in a J, dish. "I can't eat them that (j way," said Miss Hen. "But we don't know how to (. rook them," replied Mr. Squirrel. "They make the finest stuffing there ever was," said Miss Hen. Stuffing for what?" inquired Mr. Chipmunk. "Stuffing for Chipmunks and li Squirrels," replied Miss Hen, 'I showing her teeth. s Mr. Squirrel and Mr. Chipmunk ,\ looked at her, almost scared to <] death. u "I>on't stand there shivering," t cried Miss Hen. "Hurry and li make the fire and put the pot on n to boil." r "Now get the salt and pepper," n said Miss Hen, and they got the 1 ealt and pepper. v "Get me my silver spoon out of t my sewing basket," commanded " Miss Hen, and Mr. Squirrel went d to the hewing basket to get the s spoon among the spools, and I among other things he came h across a big lump of wax that p Miss Hen used to fix her thread n so she could thread her needle u when sewing. Mr. Squirrel put t the wax in his pocket and gave J the spoon to Miss Hen. h "Let me make you some hick- ii oty nut pudding' while you are p waiting for the pot to boil," said he. Miss lien said that she had never tasted hickory nut pud ding. but that ?it sounded good, and both Mr. Squirrel and Mr. Chipmunk said it was delicious. Mr.Squirrel mashed some nuts up very tine and mashed up the wax. Then he mixed them to gether and heated the mixture over the tire. As soon as it was melted thoroughly he told Miss Hen it was ready. When it was cool enough to eat Miss Hen took her silver spoon and put an immense spoonful in her mouth. She rolled her eyes around in all directions and tried to spit it out, for it did not taste at all nice. Much to her surprise, she found she could not open her mouth. The wax had stuck to her teeth and held her jaws fast together. She jumped out of her chair and spilled the rest of the hickory nut pudding on the Hoor. Then, as she started to run after Mr. Chipmunk and Mr. Squirrel she stepped into it and stuck fast to the floor with both feet. As soon as Mr. Squirrel and Mr. Chipmunk saw that she was fast they ran around, laughing and making fun of her, and this made her so angry that she made a great effort and got her mouth open, but the wax in the hicko ry nut pudding had stuck her reeth together so fast that when she opened her month the teeth remained stuck together, and it [lulled them right out of her jaws, <-1 C-ll il ou Uiau mrv ltrn Ull Llie I1UUT, Willi lield fast by the wax. When her teeth were out Miss Hen could not hurt Mr. Chipmunk and Mr. Squirrel, so they were not at all afraid, and they made her open the door and let them out. There were all kinds of nut treesarotind Miss Hen's house?hickory nut, chestnut, butternut, walnut and other kinds?so Mr. Chipmunk] and Mr. Squirrel picked out a a nice one and lived there for the rest of their lives with plenty to eat. Miss Hen's teeth never grew again, and to this day, if you look in a hen's mouth, you will not see a eingle tooth. The Mocking Bird. Is the mocking bird passing awav ? Competent observers declare that he is; that with each return ing springtime the sweet singer, whose mission is to give inspira tion to southern poets, is becom ng noted principally for his greater absence. A poet who bemoans the change Inds reason for it in the presence >f that pestiferous highwayman, :he English sparrow. His early norning communings with na :ure have, he says, led to the dis loverv that no sooner does a nocking bird complete his nest ;han sparrows come in droves ind inaugurate a systematic campaign for the purpose of Iriving out the rightful owi^r in irder that some of their number nay take possession. They gather arouna and keep up their ucessant chatterings until the nocking bird and his mate have o give up in disgust and seek odgment elsewhere. mi . t i i * i nen rue leaneroi tiiat particu ar gang of sparrows, or some of heir number selected by the gang, akes possession. The mocking >irds go off presumably to seek j ?astures new where the sparrow snot. The net result is a steady limunition in the number of nocking birds in the vicinity of j ities.?Atlanta Constitution. Wesley a Book Lover. Wesley was to the end of nis ife a lover of a good book, rhough the Bible was his chief, tudv, he would have agreed with ifattkew Arnold that a man who: lid not know other books could j lot know that book as it should ; ?e known. He constantly urged lis preachers to read, "loucan lever be a deep preacher w ithout; eading," he used to say, "any j nore than a thorough Christian, ^o a young man who said his iork lis an evangelist left him no ime for reading he wrote: ( Hence your talent in preaching toes not increase; it is just the ame thai it was seven years ago. t is lively but not deep. There > little variety. There is no com ass of thought." What would ot some of us give for that vol me of Shakespeare, annotated ( hroughout by his hand, which j ohn I'awson destroyed after is death for fear of scandal- ( :ing the weaker brethren??Tem- | le Bar. , MONKEY CONGREGATIONS. Service In the Woods For Which the Birds Furnished Music. The author of ''Sands of Sahara" when visiting the gorge of ChifTa came upon a strange ceremonial, which, a native assured him, was an unusual one. The gorge itself is like a grand sanctuary, canopied by trees and lighted delicately by the sun filtering through foliage. A re markable assemblage was there that day?a congregation of monkeys ap parently holding some kind of serv ice, to which the birds of the forest gave music. The monkeys sat in rows upon the broad, outreaching branches of the virgin trees. They were in par ties of two, three or four, although one fellow sat alone, like a decorous ; bachelor. While most of them re mained stationary, certain patriar chal fellows passed about the area of assemblage, sitting down for a few minutes on the branches beside dif ferent families of the parish, seem ing to gtve them counsel. The ceremonies were conducted ! with the greatest propriety. The ' monkeys seemed to be taking part in a service in which they were deep ly interested. When it was over and they were about to go out into the world, the ruling elders could l>e seen running about, passing from tree to tree on the interlacing ! branches. Nor did the assembly break up until those evidently re spected officials had visited and sa luted the entire convocation. Even their departure was made most do I r?nrnrifllv Then, after that serious council ! had adjourned, the monkeys fell to enjoying themselves. They scam pered from tree to tree; they swung from branch to branch. Some hung by their tails, and others, in little coteries, hand in hand enjoyed their midair frolic. But the old bachelor did not clasp hands with anybody. Colored Diamonds. Tho mention of diamonds makes every one think of a translucent, white gem. But not all diamond. are white. The most beautiful of all precious stones is the red dia mond. It surpasses the ruby in beauty and is exceedingly rare. A few specimens are on record, one of which, weighing ten carats, was bought by the Emperor Faul of Russia for $100,000. , Dark blue diamonds, differing enly from sapphires in quality and in the beautiful play of colors pe culiar to the diamond, are handsome gems. Besides the Bismarck and Hope diamonds, there are only two known specimens in the world that can be properly called blue dia monds. Black and rose colored diamonds are also rare, while the green varieties are not so uncom mon. The grass green is scarce, and when it does occur is more bril liant than tho finest emerald. There are several varieties of green tinted diamonds at the Muse um of Natural History at Paris, but the best known specimen is at Dresden and is considered one ol the five paragons of its kind. The most perfect collection of colored diamonds is in the Museum of Vienna and is in tho form of a bouquet, the different flowers being composed of diamonds erf the same color as the blooms represented. These stones were collected by one Virgil von Helmreicher, a Tyroleso, who had passed many years in Bra zil among the diamond mines. Treatment For Gas Poisoning Loosen the clothing at the neck. Slap the face and tho chest with the wet end of a towel. Apply warmth and friction if the body or limbs are cold. Take the man at ooce into the fresh air. Don't crowd around him. Keep him on his back. Don't raise his head or turn him on his side. If the breathing is feicblc or frrcg uLar, artificial respiration should be used and kept up until there is no doubt that it can no longer be of use. (live the ammonia mixture (one part in all. aromatic ammonia, to Hi parts of water) in small quanti ties at short intervals?a teaspoon ful evorv two or three minutea.? Journal of Health. Derivation of Hurratfc One familiar Knglish word of n' r? ? hurrah ? says Sarah Orm li-vett in her work on the Norman* is -aid to data from Rolf's reign ??INui." the Frenchmen called our llolf. and there was a law that if u man was ill danger himself or raCight his enemr doing any daraa.i lie ivtuhl -raise the ery of "lla Ron !" slid so invoke justice in Duke Roif - mime. At the sound of the cry ev try body waa bound on tho in.-fa: to give chase to t!>e ofTcnder, a.i. wlioever fni'od to respond to the cry of "lla Ron!" must pay a heavy One to Rolf himself. Thus bc.-nr die old Knglish fashion of "hue and 1 ?y," as well as our custom of shout !hi'Hurrah!" when wa are pleased tad excited. edward w. pou. p. h. brooks. POU & BROOKS, Attorneys-at-Law, SMITHFIELD, N. C. Claims Collected. Estates Settled. Practice in Johnston and adjoining counties. DR. S. P. J. LEE, DENTIST Smithfield, : : N. C. Office in Smithwick Building. Dr. J. W. Hatcher, DENTIST. Selma N. C. Office in Hare & Son's Drnu Store. | L. A. MUNS. M. D., Physician and Surgeon wilson's mills, n. c. Residence near Mr. O. F. Uzzlo. office near store of Messrs. C. M. & W. G. Wilson. Ai calls promptly answered. J13-3m Treasurer's Card. John W. Futrell, Treasurer of Johnstor j County, will be in Smithfield every Monday and Saturday and Court Weeks Office in back room of the Bank of Smith field. In his absence county orders will be paid at the Bank HOTEL DICKENS, smithfield, n. c. Transients and Boarders On Main Business Street. Rates Reasonable. MRS J.E DICKENS, Proprietress j FLOYD H PARRISH, 8MITMFIEL0, N C. Fresh Meats, Beef and Ice HionnsT Prices Paid for |Hides. $y Boef cattle wanted. STALLINGS HOTEL, W. H. STALLINGS, Prop'r, CLAYTON, N. C. Rates 35 cents per meal or $1.00 per day. Call and see me when you come to town. MY STORE, 1 KEEP Groceries, Fruits CANDIES, Confectioneries and Vegetables. MARKET Run In Connection. I will pay highest price for fat cattle, beef, pork, &c. W. H. STALLINGS, CLAYTON, N. C. March ?*)?3m Rand & Stephenson, 4*4*** Wc desire to call the attention of the public of Smtthfield and vicinity to the fact that we have aasoeiated ourselves to gether for the purpose of engaging In a -Contracting and Building** BUSINESS. We want the work and we think that we can make It to your Interest to have us to do youra. Estimates promply fur nished on all kinds wood or brick work. , Call on or address R",d 4 Stepbensoa. 8MITHFIELD, N. C . Toasting - broiling baking - ironing anything that can be done with a wood or coal fire is done better, cheaper and quicker on a WiCKLESS } ,muZ Oil Stove I Heat is not diffused through * out the house?there is no smell, soot, or danger, and the 0 expense of operating is nomi N nal. Made in many sizes; ^ sold wherever stoves are sold. ' If your dealer does not have it write to nearest agency of (1 STANDARD OIL JA COMPANY SPRING GOODS. lly line of Spring Goods Is now In and is the nicest I have ever had. My line of slaple and fancy Dress Goods cannot be beaten. In LAWNS, OR GANDIES. DUCKS, PIQUES, PERCALES AND DIMITIES, I have as pretty colors as can be had. In heavy and staple Dry Goods. I have the goods and the prices that will suit you. Latest Styles and Lotoest Prices on Ladies' and Gents' Belts and Neckwear. I also have latest style in a STRAIGHT FRONT CORSET. FANCY SHIRTS. Be sure and see my line of fancy shitts before you buy. I can give you a good Negligee, Madras, Silk Front, Percale or Pique Shirt from 50c to #1 25, SHOES! SHOES! My line of Shoes is as good as you can get anywhere. I challenge any man on quality or prices, for my spring and summer trade. I have a nice line of Ladies', Misses' and Children's Oxfords, both black and tan. A good line of Gent's Oxfords from $1.25 to #2.50. A complete line of HATS, CAPS, AND GENTS' FURNISHINGS always on hand. Be sure to see my stock before buying. PRESTON WOODALL, Apl7-tf. BENSON, N. C. ? : * Come and Examine ^ W the big stock of ^ ^ FarmingJTools jjj? * HARDWARE ^?fa"Kinds * iftr Of Every Description. fi jjj HARROWS, CUUTIVATORS, $ U/ And Fertilizer Distributors. fi ^ PAINTS, OIL. VAR BUGGV AND WAGON HAR W NISHES, SASH, DOORS, NESS, COLLARS, BRI- ^ it/ BLINDS, DLES, SADDLES. &c? fffK we have. /jf| * * 0/ Watch This Ad. for a Change. ** it HALL'S HARDWARE HOUSE. * W.VhAlL. [ Salesmen. BENSON, N. C. * INOW RE AD Y. A MODERN FOUNDRY AND MACHINE WORKING PLANT IN DUNN. /*\etal Working in all its Branches. Ten thousand feet of floor space, crammed with brand new and ponderous machinery direct from the manufacturers. a WE ARE AGENTS FOR THE rAHQUHAK, ENGINES JL2T23 * BOILERS Of nil Styles frori ,.4 to600 horse power i ALSO Threshing Machines, Saw Mills, Etc. W RITE FOR Catalogue and Prica* Ml Kinds Steam Fittings Constantly on Hand. TOBACCO FLUES. ALT. STYLES. Everything Guaranteed. A A Freight rates equalised with other points. We are in it. Don't forget us. The John R. ]tocKay NH'g Co., dunn, n. c.
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