Crawfordsville Daily Journal, Crawfordsville, Montgomery County, 1 December 1891 — Page 3

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For Sale By

gest Roaster in the World

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Susrar One-Half Cent Higher

FrMnv ninl Saturday of this week we will only soil at present prices. Now is the time for yowr Chfap Sugar. Market Excited.

25 lbs. Extra Sugar $1. 04 ]1)S White Extia Sugar $1. 22 lb. Granulated Sugar $1. 22 1b? Confectionary A" $1. 1 11). Arbuckles Coffee 20c. lb. L:oi Coffee 20c. 1 lb. Ca'ifornia Peaches ]0c.

FLOUR.

I'lUDE PEORIA ...S .75 25 lbs. BEN HUR S .00 I'lUDE PEORIA .... 1.50 50 44

GOLD MEDAL.... 75 25

MONTICELTJA 75 25

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Our Michigan Potatoes and Apples nro fine. Wo are offering great bargains in

Furniture, Stoves and Groceries.

Furniture & Stoves sold on Payments. MY STORE.

Barnhill, Hornaday & Pickett.

and

95 cents.

CARLSON'S

10c Slore.

West Main Street

1.20

EUREKA (50

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A Turtle Cuspidore.

It looks like alive turtle, but step on its head and its back will raise 'as shown in the picture) uncovering the niout convenient cuspidore ever put on the market. liuy one. It is

NEAT.

Ross Bros., 99-Cent Store-

CONVENIENT,

Ihti most elegantly bound book that is upon the market is the Garfield Edition of

"BEN HUR,"

Price $7.00.

ROBINSON & WALLACE,

CORNER. BOOK STORE.

PERSONS WHO PREFER

Home Made Bread

r° that Baked by BaKers Should Try

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Daily JourinhL.

TUESDAY, DEC. 1, 1891.

The Daily Joursai. Robinson & Wallace.

is for sale by

ME. BANBEL REFUSES.

He Will not Sign the Contract to Make the Wabash Avenue Improvements. Tl council met in regular session last evening, all the nitinbors being tired and glum with little inclination to hove a merry time. The ppocial committeo appointed to consider the extension of Ilocuni, Garfield and Oak streets ashed fur iuo:o time which was granted.

In regard to re-locating tho lire alarm box on the corner of Boono and Pike streets the council determined that if tho colloge would bear half tho expense of the removal thrt tho box would le placed at some convenient place in the campus.

A precept fo: $16 was made against the property of Hugh Kelsey for a

Bide

walk made in front of it. Unless the bill is paid tho property will bo sold to

Batir-

fy the claim. A resolution was passed setting aside 10 per cent of tho tax levy for 1891 ae a sinking fund to pay the electric lights bonds and that similar amount be set aside for tho next seven years for the same purpose.

A complaint was made concerning the condition in which many of the sidewulks had boon left by tho natural gas plumbers and the street commissioner was authorized to order property owners to make any needful repairs without delay.

Tho city engineer was ordered to set grade stakes for tho paving of the alley between the conrt house and the stone front block. Half the expense of this paving is to be borne by the property owners and tho other half by the county.

The question of selling the old lamp posts camo up but no definite action was taken. It was resolved, however, to

Bell

tho old calaboose which stored

in engine house No. 2, and the same will be disposed of to any town which is tough enough to need one.

There was dire confusion and dismay when it was solomnly announced that Fred Bandel refused to sign the contract for the bouldering of east Wabash avenue. None of tho council had any thing to say but all opened their eyes in a very owl like manner and one or two gave very knowing winks. The matter stands just that way at present but something further will be developed before the next meeting—two weeks hence.

To Certify Students.

Prof. I. M. Wellington, Superintendent of our city schools, has received from the State Board of Education a comnrssioa authorizing hiin to certify students from the High School to admission to Indiana University, Purdue University, tho State Normal School and such other colleges in Indiana as may accept tho same. All these commissions, which extended to every high school in the State, wero revoked a year ago in order that the State Board might get a ne» start and use more discrimination in ther issuance. The standard of education having been raised in our State institutions a corresponding increase is required from the high schools.

An Anniversary Celebrated. Last Thursday at New Boss was celebrated the fortieth anniversary of the marriage of John Bell and wife. Fiftyseven guests wero present and enjoyed a most royal dinner. Mr. Bell died the 22d day of Unroll, 1888, but his memory was precious to all present and his name was frequently mentioned in kindly remembrance. For 28 years he was at the head of the New Boss flour mills nnd was favorably known by a large circle of friends. During his life he was a loading member of the Methodist church and a prominent Mason.

Letter List.

The following is the list of uncalled for letters remaining in the postoflice at Crawfordsyille, Ind.,for the week ending December 1, 1891. Persons callng for tho letters will please say "advertised Billson Mr Higby Miss Maggie Cunningham Chas Hulot Cowan Mrs Rebecca Martin Mrs Met Francis Jacob Reynolds N W

Smith William O

To Mapel. Cold*

Headaches and Feveri, to clennue the system effectually, yet gently, whan costive or billions, or when the blood is impure or slnggish, to permanently cure habitual constipation, to awaken the kid neys and liver to a healthy activity without irritating or weakening them, use Syrup of Figs.

To Prevent Frozen Feet. In cold weather never wear a woolen stocking inside a thin tight shoe. To do it is to invite frozen foot, sny3 'The Ladies' Home Journal. The wool grows damp and clammy with insensible perspiration, the shoe pinches the blood vessels into Bluggisli torpor. Betwixt them you have a frozen foot almost before you know it. Much better put a thin silk, lisle-thread or cotton stocking next to the foot, nnd draw tho woolen one on outside the shoe. With arctics over the stockings, you can defy Jack Frost, if you are shod like Cinderalla herself.

Owl# Dancing Club.

All members are requested to bo at hall without fail Tuesday evening at 7:30 for re-organization.

By order of

Attest: Albert H. Mir-i.Kn, Pres. Cius. R. Mim.kh, See.

THE HISTOBrOFA HOAX.

How a Crawfordsville Genius Sold Out tne Scientific Worl dand Began a Journalistic Career.

The other day a well-known gentleman of scientiobias of this city received a letter from a member of the guild somewhere up in Massachusetts asking whether the meteorite that fell in Indiana in January, 1879, was in the State Museum,' and if not, what had become of it.

The story of thut meteor is the history of ono of lihe most ludicrous and successful hoaxes ever perpetrated in this country, and as it had for its victims the learned men of the country— the discovery of. the hoax brought a great guffaw from the unscientific and tnuch mortification to the toilers in the field of knowledge.

It was in January, 1879, that a special telegraphic dispatch came to the Indianapolis Journal describing the fall of a meteorite near Attica, Fountain county, a large stone of unknown composition, that, whirling through s]xice, came crashing through tho roof of the farm-house of Leonidas Orover, aj widowor, who lived alone. The meteorite falling through tho roof struck Leonidas Grover, widower, who was in bed supposedly asleep, and horribly mutilating him, continued its course and buried itself in the earth beneath tho lious-. Of course the lonely widower was instantly killed, and when tho neighbors the following morning discovered the remains, there was great excitement, all of which was given in borrowing details in the dispatch.

Tho news stirred all the local sciei tists, and the State Geologist, Professor Cox, at once took measures to secure the meteorite. Maj. J. J. Palmer was dispatched to Fountain county with instructions to buy tho atone, no matter what it might cost. Meantime tho State Geologist was overwhelmed with letters inquiring about tho meteorite. The State Geologist wrote an (xhaustive article on meteorites, leaving a hole in which to place -the heavenly bowlder when Major Palmer should return with it. When the Major returned he reported that he could find no one in Fountain county who knew Leonidas Grover, widower there was no demolished roof, no desolated household, no hole in the ground.

A demand went up from tho scientific world for the impious wretch or wretches who hud hoaxed them. But the practical jokers took counsol of their fears and kept quiet until the storm of scientific wrath had passed by. It then leaked out that the hoaxers wore two young men of Crawfordsville, one of them a newspaper man. It may be said that one of those, the newspaper man, was sutliciently punished for hie connection, witli the affair. He lost caste in his profession, and it took him several years to "regain the confidence he had lost as an honest chronicler of the news.—/luUunajHtlisJourunt.

The above story is all very true with the exception of the part played by the Indianapolis Journal. The history of the hoax was also the history of a bet. JamosE. Cowan,a brother of Dr. Cowan, once asserted in a company of friends that tho metropolitan papers would swallow any lie that would be hatched up and would ask no questions. The statement led to an argument and the argument to wager. The gignntic meteorite lie was made up as one of sufficient ctilibre and Mr. Cowan was required to get it into print as tho bald truth. He wrote it up and made a trip to Indianapolis. He entered the sanctum of the Journal and in the absence of the editor-in-chief, laid the manuscript on his desk and went his »ay. No name was attached but so fearful was tho editor of being "scooped" on such a jniov item, that, when he found it, he bit the bait and published it as straight goods nnd a special dispatch from Attica. Mr. Cowan was never "punished," for he was not at that time in the newspaper business, but so successful was his first venture a', editing that he finally did launch into the business and is now holding down a responsible position on tho Louisville Cattrier-Jour-nal. •.

A Itriglit Magazine.

The New England Magazine for December makes its appearance in a delicate white cover, with gilt lettering. It is particularly well illustrated, and all the articles are interesting, without being slavishly Christmasy. The stories are better than those in some of the bigger magazines, which run to names and names only, and one by Herbert D. Ward, called "Only an Incident," is as true and pathetic as anything by Gogol or Tolstoi. It is an analysis of emotions under the influence of peculiar circumstances. A number of new artists are finding a channel for their talent in this progressive magazine, and they are making it the equal of any magazine on on the newstands in this respect.

Fell Dead!

These words are very familiar to our readers and not a day passes without the report of the sudden death of some prominent citizen. Tho explnnat'on is '•hoart disease." This is reason to bo careful if jou have any of the following symptoms: Short breath, pain in side, smothering spells, swollen ankles, asthmatic breathing, weak and hungry spells, tenderness in shoulder and arm, fluttering of heart, irregular pulse. These symptoms mean heart disease. Tho most reliable remedy is Dr. Miles' New Heart Cure, which lias saved thousands of lives. Book of testimonials free at Nye & Co.'s, who sells Dr. Miles' New Heart Cure.

Ileauttfut S. S. KxereUe for Vhrlntrnan. S. W. Straub & Co., 213 State street, Chicago, have just published a beautiful Christmas Exercise for Sunday Schools, called Christmas Joy! Prise, 5 contp. It consists of appropriate Scripture Readings, Charming Sons, Recitations, etc. all very appropriate and interesting.

You can find shirts, underwear, neckwear, glovee and all famishing goods, also the largest line of tailoring goods, latest styles. Prices the lowest heard of at Swank & Clark's, 131 east Main-street.

—Eye, ear, nose and throat diseases only, Dr. Greene, Room 2, Joel Block. Examination and consultation freo.

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PLEASANT

THE NEXT MORNING I FEEL BRIGHT ANO NEW AND MY COMPLEXION IS BETTER* 1(7 doctor mji Itactt gontljr on the stomach, Mver and kidney*, mad in a pleasant laxative. This drink is made from herbs, and 1* prepared for uaeasetolly as t«a It called

A N E S E I I N E S An druffrftte Mil It at 60c. and fl.00 per packatre. Bur one to-day. Lane's Family Medicine mores the bowels each day. healthy, this In neceattary.

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CHIPS.

—Skating at the rink to-night. —The Y. M. C. A. board of directors will meet to-night. —Tho cellar under Henry Connard's store overflowed Sunday night and Charley Ailon's potatoes are in tho swim. —The school children's account of the runaway yesterday is very elaborate and shows that there was considerable excitement among tho youngsters. =—Geo. H. Arthur has sold his property in this city and will remove to Terre Haute. Ho will superintend the making of pianos of

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thirty years.

firm at that

place. —Tho ladii of First chuivh. third ward, will meet, next Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Airs. Dr. Ilutchings to make arrangements for their social, which will i.ccur tho following week. —The ladies of Center church will give a sjcial in the church parlors on next Tnesd'iy evening, Dec. 1. Supper served from 5 to 8 o'clock. Tho public are all invited. Admission 15.cents. —The petit jury is having a snap this term of court. They have hid to try but ono caso while their pay goos merrily on. This stato of afTuirs is rather rough on tho old professional juror who is not on tho reguhrr panel. —The regular meeting of the Patriotic. Order Sons of America will bo held this evening, and it is dosirod that those who have been elected to membership or have taken ono or two degrees, wonld present themselves for final instructions. —Don't forgot the fair to be given by the ladies of the Christian church Dee. 9, 10 nnd 11. It will bo in good timo to supply you with dolls, useful and fancy articles suitable for Christmas presents for either gentlemen or lady friend. --The Band of Willing Workors will give an entertainment in the parlors of Center church Thursday evening, Dec. 3, 1891. Some articles of fancy work will be displayed for sale and a short programme of music nnd recitations has been prepared. Light refreshments will be served from 5 to 8 o'clock. Admission 10 cents. -The Wabash Valley Protective Union is having a tilt with the Fountain county circuit court. Judge Rabb ordered the company to open its books and the company gave him tho laugh. N. J. Clodfelter, as representative of the company, was fined 810 for contempt of oourt and there is another case yet to oomo up. Both court and company seem to mean business. -"From the Easy Chair," by George William Curtis, is the title of an elegant little volume—uniform in stylo with

Howells' "Criticism nnd Fiction" nnd Warner's "As Wo Wero Saying"—about to be published by Harpor & Brothers. It includes a selection of many of tho choicest papers contributed by Mr. Curtis to tho "Editor's Easy Chair" of Harper's Magazine during the past

—Potato rnce at the rink on Thursday night. Attend the rihbon sale this week. Rib bone at almost half prico.

A he Lkvinson.

—Sit at Nicholson's for your Christmas photographs. Go early nnd avoid the inevitable rush.

Yon that want Jersey cattle had better see Col. Heath's herd of 42 head at Holden's farm before ho takes it to Hillsboro, which will lie on the 10th. Now is the time to buy a cow.

—Call and exnmine tho elegant line of art work on exhibition at l'ontionr & Lacoy.

A son of Mr. M. D. Pusser, a merchant of Gibraltar, N. C., was so badly afflicted with rheumatism for a year or more, as to be unable to work or go to school. His father concluded to try Chamberluin's Pain Balm on the boy. 'It soon cured him nnd ho has since walked one und a half miles to school and back every school dayv 50 cent bottles for sale by Nye & Co.

The Ladies Delight

OUR RIBBON SALE

On To-morrow morning we will bogin our SIXTH ANNUAL RIBBON SALE. Ladies who have bought

ribbons of us heretofore at our ribbon sale well know that it means ribbons at almost half price. Wo have

them in all Qualities, Widths and Colors, and to quote price" on thorn would fill two columns in this paper,

so if you want Ribbons cheaper than you over bought them, call and eee us this week.

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Having supplied ourselves with a full assortment of Burners, Gas Fixtures, Valves, Fittings, Piping, etc., etc., wejare now PREPARED to give .estimates ar take contracts for piping Natural Gas. With new tools, Experienced Workmen from the Datural gas belt., easonable prices and prompt execution of orders, we hope to secure our full §bere of the public's patronage.

All work done lo ibe acccplaccc of ilic Natural Gas timpany. Leave Orders Ear] -v "Witlx

Corner College and East streets.

Natural and Artificial. Gas fitting.

We are fully prepared to pipe your houses for Natural or Artificial Gas and wo guarantee good work, to tho entire satisfaction of yourself and the inspector of tho company. We sefer to the work wo have done, which the inspector pronounces first class. Wo guarantee our work to bo the cheapest in town. Any size of pipe, nndor 1A inch pipe, will bo put in for 121 cents per foot. This includes tho digging and filling of the trenches. Oflico "and Shop, 211 south Green St. STANLEY A- PRICE.

Popular Entertainment Course

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Youno- Men's Christian Associat'n.

Six Entertainments in the Course.

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Doir's uallory of HiMo lilu^ltutlousunri Stoi If*. tShiikcHpcuiv'ft Omipiflu Works with Glossary. Tin1 rrvisfd edition of the life of Hen. Loj,pin.

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One Gone. Five Coming.

Season tickets for the remaining five will be sold for $1,25. Cheapest. Largest and Best Course Entertainment ever given in the City.

Next Entertainment, Dec. 15. Single Admission 50 Cents

Prof. R. L. Cumnock.

The Leading Elocutionist of the West.

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North Green Street

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