ESTABLISHED fU St? . le92'
jln independent journal devoted to the interests of Reynoldsville and vicinity.
C. A. Stephenson, Editor and Proprietor.
REYNOLDSVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA, FEBRUARY,- 18, 1903.
THE HIGHWAYS OF AMERICA.
One of the greatest boons America ever enjoyed was also her
misfortune. For the steam railroad made America the wonder of
the world in progress, in territorial expansion, and in wealth, but
it caused by its coming the total neglect of the common public
highways. In the history of all nations civilization has been fol
lowed, and doubtless helped on, by the construction of substantial
public roads between various sections of the country. The United
States, progressive as she is, has probably the poorest constructed
system of commercial and military highways ol any civilized nation
in the world. The reason of course is apparent, for steam came
into use shortly after our national birth and all the energy and
money once put into public carriage highways has been devoted
to the building of steam railroads, until there ore now six hundred
millions of dollars invested in this business in the union alone. For
the purpose of opening up a new country these ribbons of steel are
far better than carriage roads ever could be, but the nation loses
greatly by its almost total oversight of the latter. The railroad,
while. operated by private wealth, is expected to be a source of
Crofit and can never take the place of roads free to all. The great
ody of agricultural travel must ever be on the cross-country high
ways, and of recent vears the bicycle and automobile have showed
that the demands of pleasure may be quite as urgent and perhaps
a more powerful incentive for improvement.
When the power of Rome spread over all the known world,
much of its stability was due to the vast system of public highways,
which, taking the place of our modern railroads, extended from
Rome to every province ot the state. Broad, solid and smooth,
paved with stones and even granite, they run everywhere with
little heed for obstructions of nature ; mountains were tunnelled,
broad streams arched and expense was not a factor. That was
sixteen hundred years ago. The empire is dead and its people no
more. But these roads still endure in many places and their ex
istence helped long after the empire's decay to hold together the
scattered remains of the state. ,
In its early history the United States entered upon just such a
system of road building as this. In the administration of Monroe
the famous National road was started on the banks of thei'otomac
and ran west, crossing the southwestern corner of Pennsylvania,
to Wheeling, and later it was extended to Illinois. Six million dol
lars were expended in construction and it amply repaid the cost to
the country. But it was the last attempt made by the government
towards building a national system of roads. Two causes were
responsible : first, the introduction of the railroad, which seemed
to supersede the ordinary highway ; second, a deep seated prejudice
against using natioual money for seemingly local internal improve
ments. The result has been deplorable. Here and there enterpris
ing counties have systematically improved the roads, but the larger
portion of the country, sparsely inhabited, has shrunk from the
cost of macadamizing, or otherwise constructing solid and enduring
highways.
THE IMPERIAL EAGLE.
When the Continental Congress adopted the eagle as our
national emblem, Franklin was angry because the eagle is a mer
ciless bird of nrev. clca vine the skies but robbing' the earth, and
America was to be a haven for the oppressed of earth, a country of
peace and content. The emblem was an apparent misht, but there
are times when men are wiser in their blindness than they dream.
When the nation was young the eaglet defended herself and in
creased in power. In her youthful strength she flew to the south
and west and added to our borders. With a scream of martial fury
she crossed the wide ocean four years ago and caught up distant
islands as her prey. She is rising higher every day' and from her
hcighth looks down upon the nations of the earth. Some day
and it is not far distant she will pounce upon the petty nations
of America, north and south, and carry them captives to. her im
perial nest at Washington. That is to say, the United States, wil
lingly or not, is the destined ruler of America and her flag and her
authority will some day be acknowledged from the bleak snows of
Cape Horn to the ice floes of the Arctic ocean. It is not wrong to
take that which is our own, and it has ever been recognized in the
polities of the world that superiority of' mind, of aim and of
might, too gives the right to spread a lettcr government over
unstable, unprogressive and revolutionary States. The countries
of South America are among the richest' in .the, world in natural
resources and need but progressive men to work the field. We
were not ready when Monroe was president to assert our rights,
so we only warned Europe America was not for it. We are mighty
now and can plainly say America is not for Europe because it is our
pwn. . .
WARS AND RUMORS OF WARS.
"A revolution," says Victor Hugo, "is the grease the Omnipo
tent uses to keep the groove of humart events smooth. If the hu
man machine hitches and will not go quick, a revolution, and all
goes smooth again. Progress moves by men and events, but
geniuses are needed among men and revolutions among events.
(Ircat accidents are the law ; the order of things must have them.
Heaven itself needs a sensation and sends a comet across its face."
This may account for the multitudinous wars and rumors of wars
now flying around the world. Blockades on the const of Venezuela,
revolutions in the state J Guatemala snarls at Salvador and Hon
duras chimes in ; rebels in Columbia and unrest in China 'j saintly
pretenders to the Sultau of Morocco's throne and rumors of insur
rection in the Philippines ;. while to cap nil Turkey, the "sick man
of Europe," threatens to give the diplomatic doctors of Europe
bloody work to Co. Revolutions are not new, wars are as old as
the sons of men, mid this world would. have an exceedingly dry
history were it not enlived by these ever recurring scrimmages. .
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THEWAGES OF THE TEACHER. "-"j
A bill is how before the Pennsylvania legislature fixing the
minimum of a school teacher's wages at $35 per month. Originally
it was fixed at $40 but cut down on second rending. Even the
larger amount is small compensation for a profession which re
quires such high moral character and long prcparatiftn. It is little
wonder that teachers in general regard their work not as a life
business, as they would in any other profession, but merely as a
stepping stone to some more lucrative position. The training of
pupils in school is acknowledged one ol the noblest prolessions and
should be rewarded accordingly. Germany has the true conception
of this and her school teachers are appointed for life, or during good
behavior, it is natural mat a man knowing nis work tor yenrs
will be in the same spot would take deeper interest in his work, put
forth more effort for success, and lay larger plans than a teacher
who has no assurance that he will spend even two yenrs in the
same position, and whose Balary, seldom large, is mnilc smaller bv
xl. 1 ...L. f!-1l
ine usuiii summer inunuis ui luicncss.
A vine has been discovered in Central America which on cutting
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prouuees u Bap iikc ruuucr. inc vine grows in wild luxuriance,
ranging in ammeter irom lour incnes to two icet. ine rubber is
said to be superior to that obtained from Brazil.
1 Saved Hat Child'e Life!
''Id throe week our nhuhhv lltiln
boy wan chanRud by rnniMinnla almost
to a skeleton," wrltoa Mra. W. Watklim,
of I'leamtntClty, O. "A terrible coiiRh
mt In, that, In aplte of a good doctor's
treatment lor aereral weak, gram
worne every day. We thon uind Dr.
Kind's Now DlHoovory for Conmimntlon,
and our darling waa noon aounil and
well. We are aura thla grand medi
cine aaved hla llfo." Million know lta
the only aure cure for Cough, Colila
and all I.ung dlaeaaea. II. Alex Stoke,
the druggiHt, guaranlooa nHtUfaotlon.
500, 11.00. Trial bottlea free.
For Sale.
127 Bl'ri. lit 1.1 ml If. m,.-nm
bnlunee in Wfwwla. with m In. ..r mn,.M.A
growth chestnut and other hardwood,
nu b iwo swiry nouse, in x 2H ft., atable
ana oilier oiiioulldlngs, and 00 growing
fruit tree. Tjocated one mile west of
Kmorlekvlllo. Inquire of A. O. Dinger,
Kmerlekvllle, Pa.
Millions put to Work.
The wonderful activity of the new
century Is shown by an enormous de
mand for the world's best workers
Dr. King's New Life Fills. For Con
tlpatlon, Sick Headache, nillousness.
or any trouble of Stomach. Liver or
Kidney they're unrivaled. Only 25o at
H. Alex Stoke's drugstore.
Try tfro "Menu" brund of deviled
crnlw at the City Hotol restaurant this
week.
It U pleasure and economy to deal at
Mllllrens department store.
Want Column.
Rntc:-Ohfi cent per word for earn and
erjr Inmrtlmi.
LopT French poodle dog Monday
afternoon. Heturn to Kitpt. John
Heed's residence, Main street. '
For Bent Two furnished rooms foi
light housekeeping. Inquire of Mrs.
James Cathcart, Jaukson atreet.
For Sale Second, hand uook slove,
Inquire The Star oIHcb. .,
For Salo A seven room houne,' lot
00 by 130 foot, In West KejnoUlsvllle.
M. E. Weed.
For Sale Newcome fly shuttV carpet
loom. Inquire at The Star ofllce.
NOTICE Employees of the silk mill
using elcctrlo cars going to and from
work can purchase car tickets at lower
rates.
Lost Side comb with sterling silver
top was lost night of Elk banquet.
Finder please leave at STAR oilier.
Wanted Qlrls that are looking for
steady employment. Apply at k mill.
For Sale Brown and white ainglu
corao L.egnorn aqd Plymouth Kook
etga for hatching u season. Inquire of
J, J. Hoffman. '
Splrinors WantedApply to Brook.
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For Sale Lot on Main street. In
quire of L. J. McEntire.
For Sale or Rent A good property,
inciuuing a siore room, on worth street
Inquire at The Star oflloe.
Shick & Vagnor
THG BIG STOR6
AS A RESPONSE to the In
quiries of our many friends
when we expect to enow spring
lines, we desire to say we put on
display this week those lines
which are so earnestly sought af
ter by the ladies for their early
sewing. We are prepared to give
you the beBt possible service and
. in keeping with our reputation.
We can assure you we will be able
to give you at all times the best
and newest productions of our
most reliable manufactures as well
bb many of the newest and most
; Btriking novelties of foreign im
portation. Inventory is about over and we
shall give our entire and, devoted
attention to your, spring wants,
but we find a few things left
overs from a most successful win
ter season which we will dispose
of at a fractional part of Its origi
nal cost. We have not the time
to enumerate these things and tell
you about them, but in case of
need of anything in cold weather
merchandise kindly ask for it and
you will receive the proper atten
tion of some one from a most ef
ficient sales force.
Next door io Postofflce.
Reynoldsville, Pa.
Fancy White Etamine and
Pique Vests.
MILLIRENS
Greatest Department Store in Jefferson County
Arrow Brand Collars, Two
for 25 Cents.
Arrivals in SPRING Apparel Winter Wear Sacrificed
Winter Goods are being hard-pressed by the inrushing spring stocks. We will not pack away any heavy goods, hence the only outlet is through slashed prices and this we do. Ladies' Coats and Men' Over
coats must be worn for some time yet, and can be secured here for ridiculously small figures.
The advance guard of our spring apparel is here and shows that we have bought to surpass all previous seasons in richness and completeness of display.'
Special Offer of Women's
Early Spring Suits
An immense assortment f jom one of the leading makers of tail
ored suits of the country. Made in right up-to-date styles, includ
ing collarless blouses, Norfolk and coat effect, trimmed with fancy
braids, straps, puff sleeves, coats silk lined, postillion backs, skirts
in shapely flare. Materials are Venetian cloth, homespuns, chev
iots and fancy mixtures in blue, brown, gray, castor and black.
Perfect in fit and shape. A saving on every one of these suits
$10.00, $12.00, $15.00 $20.00.
WOMEN'S SKIRTS.
Here in abundance. Dress or walking skirts, made of broadcloths,
Kerseys, home epuns or meltons, in plain colors or new stripes and
mixtures. Walking skirts with finished or slot Beams. Dress skirts
have silk trimmings. $2.00, $3.00, $4.00, $5.00, $6.00, $7.00, $8.00.
Spring Waistings Now Here.
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tn mi in Pa Wnnl Vnila Tnariori'ial of o miriaa ntirl f rn-il o Tr a In
IVV all the late predominating colors. Come in and see them and all
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tuts xiww iruiiimugB m grape aim meuauion eueciB,
Shoes for Ladies.
In all the late toes and all widths from A to EE, in wide extension
eole or the nice, neat turn sole. They are all made for service and
comfort. Some are lace, others are button.
, , .' $1.25, $1.50, 2.00, 2.50, $3.00, $3.50.
Mu.V.ViiVimuiViV
f5 . MARK j9
CLUETT, PEABODY & C3
Full Dress Shirts
reidy to put on
they re of faultless fit 5'
the bosoms never bulge Jfj
S to produce
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At Your Furnisher or Clottier 5;
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g CLUETT, PEABODY ft CO. J?
Maker
Howard Style.
MILLIRENS
Pepartment $tore.
RIGHT CLOTHING RIGHT PRICED
Spring Top Coats.
In tan covert lined with skinner's satin, short length, $10.00.
Clearing Out Winter Weight
SUITS at a sacrifice. Made of fancy cheviots and mixed cassimeres
in stylish effects ; well tailored and finished, $5.00, $6, $7, $8.00.
WINTER OVERCOATS in black and. blue Kersey, oxford,
vicunna or black astrichan. All must go at $3.50, 4.00, 5.00, 6.00,
7.00. Look them over for your selection.
First Spring Hats.
Shown here In great array. All the late spring shapes In narrow
flange brim or the wide full set with medium low crown, to be
worn with double crease, $1,00, 1,50, 2.00, $2.50. Come in and see
our new Howard stiff hat,
Men's Shirtsand Collars
Monarch colored shirts in stiff bosoms or soft negligees. All
the late colors in dots or neat effects in stripes. Some have sep
arate cuffs, all to be worn with white collars. $1.00 and $1.50,
Princely shirts, this year's styles, 50 cents. , '
Shoes for Men and Boys.
Herd in abundance. Florsheim and Boston ian make. All the late
toes, all widths of soles, some are cut plain, others are cut on Bin
cher style. $U5, 1.50, 2.00. 2.50, 3.00, $3.50.
Trunks, Suitcases and Telescopes.
Vl.lt our Shoo Department
for vaiuuik