Evening Republican, Volume 17, Number 229, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 25 September 1913 — Page 2

Mr. John Randall

CHE last chapter in the history of the greatest fatality in the annals of mountain climbing in the Alps, M |J| which occurred on Mont tp* - “awS Blanc just 43 years ago, L J may be written this summer' By this accident 11 lives were lost in a furious snowstorm near the summit of the “Roof of Europe." The victims included two Americans, one Scotchman and eight guides and porters from Chamonix. Not one of the party escaped death. Five of the bodies were recovered at the time of the accident. It is expected by Chamonix guides and scientists that the six others will be delivered up by the glacier this year. The rate of progression of glaciers has long been observed, and according to the calculations of the authorities the bodies held in the ice for more than 40 years should reach the valley this season. Scientists in Europe are much interested in the case, as it may supply evidence to prove their theories concerning the speed of the annual march of glaciers toward the valleys, but there is also a human side to the watch which is being kept up. Miss Edith Randall of Boston has been waiting many years in the hope of recovering the body of her father, John Randall, a Boston banker, who was one of the victims of the disaster, and who was fifty-four years old when he lost his life in 1870 on the Mont Blanc summit. Last year Miss Randall came to Chamonix, as the ice axe and several ■mall articles belonging to Mr. Randall had been found by guides at the foot of the Glacier des Bossojm, which descends directly from the summit of Mont Blanc to the lip of the valley of Chamonix. Many American and English Alpinists, as well as guides, joined in the search for the body, but without result. Will the searchers have better luck during the next few months? The story of this Alpine tragedy can be told briefly. On August 26, 1870, two Englishmen, Messrs. Stogdom and Marsall,*with their guides arrived at Chamonix exhausted, having been caught—in a violent snowstorm on Mont Blanc. The English climbers met at the hotel the two Americans, John Randall and H. M. Bean of Jonesboro, Tenn., who was fifty-four years old, and the Scotchman, the Rev. G. McCorkingdale, aged forty, of Glasgow. These three had already engaged eight guides and poriters at Chamonix to conduct them in easy stages to the top of Mont Blanc. The weather was doubtful in the valley and bad in the mountains above, and in view of the experience of the Englishmen they were warned against attempting the ascent. But the Americans were in a hurry to return home and the warnings were disregarded. The first part of the ascent, up to the Grand Mulets, at an elevation of 10,010 feet,' was accomplished in cloudy weather, but the snow was good and firm under foot. The party set out on September 6 from the hut for the summit in spite of a strong wind and dark clouds. Their progress was watched w r ith telescopes from : Chamonix. It was noticed that from (time to time the whole party had to throw themselves down on the snow Ito avoid being carried away by the wind near the top. Later they were hidden from view by clouds. When the clouds parted 'the climbers were seen coming down inear the same place. Then the snowistorm became more violent and they 'were again hidden. The storm lasted (eight days and nights. Not one of the ill climbers was seen again alive. A week later 14 Chamonix guides attempted to reach the fatal spot, but were driven back by the snow and cold. On September 17 23 guides and porters set out again from Chamonix for the summit, and amid deep, hard ■enow on the north steep slope discovered the bodies of five of the party. Those of the Rev. Mr. McCockindale and two guides lay 750 feet below the ■nimmlt. About 300 feet higher were

CONCERNING THE DOG DAYS

.Among Othtr Truths Writer Observes They Are Evidence That Backbone of Winter la Broken. The dog days are hot and stuffy. (They warm up about the middle of August, and are a sure sign that the ibackbohe of winter Is broken. It Is icnly when the Dog Star rages that we (have dog days, but nobody has yet discovered what the Dog-Star rages {about, unless It la the sidereal heav-

LONG VIGIL FOR FATHER'S BODY MAY BE REWARDED

the bodies of Mr. Bean and a porter. The former was in a sitting posture with his head leaning on one hand and the elbow on a knapsack. Upon Mr. Bean a notebook was found containing entries which throw a light upon the great sufferings experienced by the- party. He had also written a farewell note to his wife. In all five corpses were found out of 11 and they were frozen hard. The bodies were placed in sacks and carried down the glaciers. The guides were three days hr reaching Chamonix, as the weather again became bad. Although 43 years have passed, the six other bodies, including those of Mr. Randall and the guides, have not yet been delivered up by the Alpine river of ice, though 40 years up to now has been Ihe longest period the glacier has been knbwn to retain its dead. The remains of Mr. Bean and Mr. McCorkindale are burled side by side in the little English church cemetery at Chamonix at the foot of Mont Blanc, and perhaps Mr. Randall will join his comrades soon. Mr. Bean’s notebook and his pathetic letter to his wife explain the tragedy and the sufferings of the par-

GREAT MEN IN COMMON CLAY

Models by C. A. BEATY Words by GENE MORGAN

No, bagpipes blew In days of yore when Andy left grim Scotland’s shore with manner hopeful, yet so meek, his fortune In the west to seek. With all the worldly goods .he had enclosed within a bag of plaid he' landed at a Yankee dock and then proceeded to “take stock.” The iron foundries of the day were small, ’twas hard to make them pay and Pittsburg seemed upon the map a dot that broke a desert gap. Thence traveled this small, canny Scot who soon observed just what was what and set his hope, his soul, his heel upon that foundry product, steel. The story of his rise in life is equal to Napoleon’s strife, so greatly did his wealth expand, he held a city in his hand and though It’s none of our affair, he made the “Pittsburg millionaire.” The need of reading he expounds and hands out dollars, francs and pounds to towns and hamlets o’er the globe that young and old may dally probe through volumes heavy, grave or light and educate themselves at night. We also know, in details vague, about his temple at The Hague where sages make a peace appeal ’gainst warships made of Andy’s steel. (Copyright, 1912, by Universal Press Syn dlcate.)

ens at night, and he certainly does rage about these considerable. Which reminds us that the Dog Star rages only at night, and it is the dog days that we hear mpre about. There is no answer to this one, either. But that makes no difference to the weather bureau, and the mercury shins up the tube just the same, while mankind simply drifts along on a soa of perspiration. The name of the Ik)g Star is Sirius. This is because he is no joke. Dogs become mad during dog days, and why shouldn’t they? Every-

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Mouth of Glacier

ty. The entries In the notebook are as follows: “Tuesday, Sept. 6 (1870). I have made the ascent of Mont Blapc with ten persons—eight guides, Mr. McCorkindale and Mr. Randall. We arrived at"the summit at half past 2. Immediately after leaving it I was enveloped in clouds of snow. We passed the night in a grotto excavated out of the snow, affording very uncomfortable shelter, and I was ill all night. “Mont Blanc, Sept 7. If any one finds this notebook I beg that it may be sent to Mrs. H. M. Bean, Jonesboro, Tenn., United States of America." The letter to his wife said: "My Dear Hessie: We have been on Mont Blanc for two days in a terrible snowstorm. We have lost our way and are in a hole scooped out of the snow at a height of 15,000 feet I have no hope of descending. Perhaps this book may be found and forwarded. We have no food; my feet are already frozen and I am exhausted. I have only strength to write a few words. I die in the faith of Jesus Christ. Affectionate thoughts to you and my family. My remembrances to all. Good-by.”

CARNEGIE.

body else does, and swears besides, which dogs do not. Dog daisies blossom at this season, and they are tropical flowers, all right. In conclusion it may be said without fear of successful contradiction that although every dog has his day, every day hasn’t its dog, and the rest of us ought to be doggoued glad of it. —Lippincott's. ■*- - The most common name for a place in England is Newton, which occurs no fewer than 72 times

SHOULD BE FLAVORED

ADDITION TO EGGNOGS NEED NOT BE OF INTOXICANTS. • < Valuable Food for Invalids May Be Made jpalatable In a Number of v Ways'Agreeable to Opponents of Strong Liquor. Chilled eggnogs are not served as often as they should be. They are specially valuable for invalids during the heated weather, because they are not only refreshing but nourishing as well. An eggnog is hardly more than custard in its raw state, especially if spirits are left out. This drink may be served in an endless number of ways, and teetotalers can enjoy to their hearts’ content eggnogs without spirits that are simply but deliciously flavored with orange, coffee, vanilla, nutmeg or chocolate. A plain eggnog of any kind may be turned into a festive beverage if topped with whipped cream or ice cream and a bit of candied fruit. The white of egg so often recommended should not be added unless the “nog” is heavily flavored, as it is apt to impart a raw, eggy taste. >

Chocolate Eggnog. —For a chocolate eggnog use a tablespoonful of grated chocolate, a tablespoonful of sugar and a large new egg to every half-pint of rich chilled milk. Melt the chocolate and sugar together to a paste, then add the egg yolk and stir the mixture into the milk, beating well so that the egg will not separate from it. When ready to servp add a big spoonful of whipped cream or ice cream to each glass. If preferred, the whipped cream may, for variety’s sake, be partly frozen. This forms a very rich beverage, almost a meal in Itself. When a coffee eggnog is properly made it is delicious. It may be prepared like the chocolate drink, using in place of the chocolate enough strong coffetf' to give it a fine flavor. The same proportions may be used with other flavors.

Potato Sandwich.

In puzzling over a new way of cooking Irish potatoes, I discovered potato sandwich, which makes an attractive and delicious luncheon dish, writes a contributor to Good Housekeeping. Select smooth oval potatoes and boil with their skins on until nearly tender. Then peel and slice the long way in one-quarter-inch slices. Dust generously with salt and paprika and put a thin slice of cheese between each two slices of potato. Lay the sandwiches on a flat buttered pan, brush with melted butter and put in a hot oven to brown and melt the cheese. Garnish with parsley and serve hot. A slice of crisply . fried breakfast bacon added to the cheese makes a nice variation. New potatoes can be used thus, as they are always more waxy than “mealy.

keeping Airtight.

Many housekeepers have trouble with keeping airtight anything that is put up in jars. If, however, after a bottle or jar is corked it is sealed with a mixture of beeswax and rosin there is no danger of air getting at it. To make this sealing mixture put two ounces of yellow beeswax and four of rosin in a small tin can, which is then set in a larger pan of hot water. Stir constantly until the wax and rosin are well blended. Apply while still liquid to the outside of the corked jar or bottle. —Louisville Herald.

Stuffed Onions.

Place eight large Bermuda onions, peeled and mashed, in a baking dish. Cover with boiling water slightly salted. Bake them half an hour or till a wire will pierce them, then turn off the water, then with a sharp thinbladed knife take out the heart without breaking the outer walls, fill the cavity with minced cold chicken and fine bread crumbs seasoned with melted butter. Sprinkle crumbs, buttered, over the dish until it almost touches the top of the onions. Cover them and bake half an hour.

Leg of Mutton Stuffed.

Remove the bone carefully. Then make a good force meat with grated crumbs, chopped suet, minced parsley, lemon rind and a sprinkle of mixed herbs, pepper and salt; bind with one egg. Fill the cavity with the stuffing, tie a piece of white wax paper over it and bake in a good oven, allowing one-quarter hour to each pound. Baste frequently. Serve with rich brown gravy and mint sauce.

Corn Muffins.

Sift together one and two-thirds cupfuls of flour, one cupful of cornmeal, two scant teaspoonfuls of baking powder. Beat to a cream two tablespoonfuls of butter, with three of sugar, and add to them three well-beaten eggs. Mix to a batter with a pint of milk. Beat hard for a few minutes and put into well-greased muffin tins.

Walls and Ceilings.

When walls or ceilings are papered with oilcloth or painted, put on wash boiler of water and close doors and windows and boil the water until walls and ceilings are wet with steam. Take a long-handled scrubbing brush or broom, tie a soft rag and wipe your walls. This will save lots of time and trouble. (

Starch for Muslins.

Mix a small quantity of corn flour smoothly with cold water. This will be found excellent for lightly stiffening all delicate and lacey fabrics, including veils and neckwear or sheer wwfeHsln . . . .....

KITCHEN FLOOR NEEDS CARE

Constant Scrubbing May Be Don* Away With If a Few Simple Precautions Are Taken. The kitchen floor, which needs such constant scrubbing, often causes much trouble, as soap and water soften the wood and increase its tendency to splinter. If it is splintered much it must be scraped smooth and then with care it ought to do nicely. Have the floor clean and smooth, the cracks filled (i£ a close grained wood, it needs no filler), then rub a thoroughly crude oil or one of the special preparations that are manufactured for the purpose. Oil slowly hardens and darkens k floor, so that grease and stains do not sink into the Never wax or varnish kitchen or bathroom floors. The slipperiness of the wax may cause a nasty fall and in any case it is a waste of money, for the water that has to be used in both kitchen and bathroom will ruin the looks of either wax or varnish. After the fluors are once in good condition it ,; u not a difficult matter to keep them so.

THINGS WORTH KNOWING

Eau de cologne will remove candle grease. Use the ironing fire for preparing stocks for soups or baking puddings. A charming nursery screen can be covered with the prints that the small child loves best. To take machine oil out of white materials dip the spot into cold water while it is fresh. Never allow a cooking utensil to stand and dry before washing. Put cold water in it immediately. . To make an excellent dressing for linoleum take equal parts of linseed oil and vinegar and mix thoroughly together. Ices and ice cream will freeze more quickly if a dipper of water is poured over the ice and salt just before the turning process begins.

Savories.

As a dainty to serve with salads try crisp crackers. Split common crackers and Spread lightly with butter, then bake in oven until 3 delicate brown. Stale bread is always usnful for bread sticks and croutons to serve with soup. Cut into slices half inch thifck. For the croutons cut into cubes, and for the bread sticks cat three inch lengths. Spread before cutting with butter and toast to a golden brown. A delicious sour cream dressing for fruit salad is made with a capful of rich sour cream into which a half cup of melted butter is stirred gradually. This blended with a variety of cut fruit, such as pineapple, bananas and oranges, and soipe meats or some dates, is most appetizing spread on crackers as a luncheon dish.

Boiled Dressing.

One teaspoon salt, one teasjoon mustard, one teaspoon sugar, one teaspoon flour or cornstarch, one egg, one cup vinegar, one cup milk, piece of butter the size of a large walnut. Mix dry ingredients. Put vinegar on fire and just heat through. Have ready milk and egg which has been thoroughly beaten together; add this to vinegar. If you allow the vinegar to boil before putting in the eggs and milk it will curdle. Add dry dients to this and stir constantly until mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil a couple of minutes and add the butter. The dressing will keep indefinitely and is good for salads, fish? and meat

Home-Made Sausage Meat.

Take one and one-quarter pounds of lean beef, three-quarters of a pound of lean pork, one-quarter pound of lean bacon, one-qugrter pound of bread crumbs, two teaspoonfuls of chopped parsley, half teaspoonful of mixed herbs, half teaspoonful of pepper, one teaspobnful of salt. Grind the beef, pork and bacou in a-jneat grinder, mix it with the crumbs, herbs an i seasoning. Pass through the meat grinder a second time. Shape into balls by hand, brush over with a beaten egg, roll in bread crumbs and serve.

Southern Potatoes.

Roll four cupfuls sweet potatoes, cut in half-inch dice, five minute j. Drain and put in buttered baking d sh. Add one-half cup sugar, salt and pepper, a very little nutmeg and one-half cup melted butter. Sprinkle top with flour and 1 bake in oven three hours. This replpe is 50 years old.

Green Corn Balls.

.Beat a whipped egg, two teaspoons melted butter and one of white sugar and salt to taste into two cups green corn cut from the cob and jut with mixture enough flour to enable you to handle it and form it into balls. Roll these in raw egg and then *ln flour and fry in deep fat;

Prevents Cracks in Icing co Cake.

Icing for cake may be prevented from cracking when cut by adding one tablespoon of sweet cream to each Unbeaten egg. Stir all up together, then‘add sugar until stiff as can be stirred.

Jam Cake.

One cup sugar, one-quarter cup bubtar, three eggs, three tablespoons sour milk, one and two-thir is cups flour, one teaspoon cassia, cue teaspoon soda, one cup jam.

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Lightly Clad.

“Don’t you think she dresses in good taste ?” “Perhaps so, but not in good measure.”

For Sunburn, Insect Bites,

Ivy Poison or any other skin inflammation us Tyree’s Antiseptic Powder and get quick relief. 25c. at druggists. Sample sent free by J. S. Tyree, Washington, D. C—Adv.

Perfectly Safe.

“Better lap up that spilt milk,’’.said the first cat. “If the missus sees the mess you’ll -catch fits.” “Not me,” said the second feline. “The woman I live with blames everything on her husband.” —Louiville Courier-Journal.

Efficiency.

The modern method of accomplishing two things at once in the performance of a man’s household duties was recently illustrated by a North Cambridge young man. This young man was industriously mowing the large lawn in front of his house by pushing a mower in front of— him with the same industry he was giving his baby a ride by dragging the baby carriage behind him with the other hand.—Boston Journal.

Japanese Courtesy.

A country where courtesy Is a business, and business but a gentle avocation, reflects its peculiarity in the most trifling details of conduct. Such a country is Japan and such a detail recently came into notice when a city electric bureau of Tokyo asked the patrons of its street car lines how they preferred to be addressed when it was necessary to urge them to “move up.” Out of the 2,719 suggestions sent in the Independent selects and translates six, as follows: “Those not getting off, to the middle, please!”. “The middle is more comfortable!” “I’m sorry, but all move on by one strap!” “There’s a pretty girl about the middle of the car!” "A pickpocket has just come on board!” Thef municipal authorities frowned somewhat upon the last three suggestions, but the conductors will be taught to use some of the other forme. Is it possible that the Japanese hope to enjoy an efficient traction service on such terms? Apparently they hope to, and we pass along the Japanese idea as a helpful hint to the_gentlemen who jerk a gong on the rear of our own street cars.

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