Democratic Sentinel, Volume 4, Number 2, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 20 February 1880 — Page 4

POOR LITTLE JOE. Prop yer eyes wide open, Joey, For I’ve brought you Humpin' great. Apple.? Ho. a long sight better! Don't ye take no int’rest? Walt! Flowers, Joe—l kuowed you'd like ’em— Ain't them scrumptious? ain’t them high? Tears, my boy? AVhaCj them fur, .Joey? There—poor little Joe!—don’t cry! I was skippin’ past a winder. Where a bang-up lady sot, All amongst a lot of bushes— Each one climbin' from a pot; Every bush had Uowers on it— Pretty? Mebbenot! Oh, no! W.sh yon could have seen ’em growin’; It v as such a etunnin’ show. Well. I thought of you. poor feller. Lyin’ here so sic i an’ weak; Never knowin’ any comfort, ah' 1 puts on a lot o’ cheek." Missus,.” says l. “ if you please, mum, Could I ax you fur a rose? For my little brother, missus; Nevtr seed one, 1 suppose.” Then I lohl her all about you— Ho V I briuged you up—poor Joe! (Lackin’ women folks to do it). Such a imp you was, you know— Till yer got that a»£ul tumble, •list as 1 had broke yer in (Hard work, too) to earn jor livin’ Blackin' boots for honest tin. How that tnmblo crippled of you, Sj’.i you could’t hyper much Joe. it hurted when I seen you Fur the first lime with yer crutch. But ” I says, ” lie's laid up now, mum, 'Pi ars to weaken every day;” Joe, she up an’ went to cuttm’, That's llie how o’ this hokav. Hay! It seems to mo, ole feller, You ie quite yerseif to night; Kin l o’ chirk, it’s li:en a fortnit Hence yer eyes lias been so bright. Better? Well I'm glad to heir it! Vi s. they're mighty pretty. Joe; Hmellin’ of ’eru'a made you happy? Well, i thought it w-oulU. you know N' ver seen the country, did you? Flow-rsgr win’everywhere! Hornet,line, when you'r) better Joey, Mebbe I kin lake you there. Flo aer i iti heaven ? ’M —I s’pose so; Don’t know much about it, though; Ain’t as lly as w’ot I might be • 111 them topics, little Joe. But I've hoord i hinted so-.n'e-.vli ns That In heaven's golden gat s Things is everlasting cliee ful ll’lieve that's wbat the Bible states. Likewi-e. liiere folks don’t get hungry; Ho good people, when tlu-y dies, Finds t’ emselves well fixed forever - Joe, my boy, wot ails yer eyes? Thought they looked a little slng’ler, ')li. no? Don't you have no fear; He von was made fur such as you is! Joe, wot makes you lo k so quotr? IL r*\ wake up! Oh, don't look that way. Joe. my b >v 1 Hold up your head! Here's your (lowers, you dropped ’em, Joey! Oh inyGod, can Joe ba dead ? OniAiti), IJI.

ANNA VAN DOHA.

BY MRS. NANNIE STEELE MOORE.

Oh! what a jolly time the girls and boys had that day (or I may say ladies and gentlemen, for wo all had arrived at the years of discretion) down on the banks of a beautiful stream, that proudly swept through the pine woods of Georgia. It was a day devoted to the entertainments that are to bo enjoyed at a country picnic. We had a spacious platform, excellent music, merry dancing, boating, fishing, refreslimcn s' of every kind—rich viands, delicious sweetmeats, tempting fruits, cool, refreshing beverages, and plenty of time to discuss on various subjects; but, strange to say.no matter what subject was introduced, nor on what pcintweargued.it inevitably ended' upon sweethearts and matrimony. I was rather a stranger in the locality; I had only been there about six months (teaching school); not being very sociably disposed naturally, and greatly burdened with my scholastic duties, I had formed but very few acquaintances; but among the little number there was one that had found a warm place in my affections. This was the beautiful, highly accomplished and regal-looking Aunu Van Dorn. She was about 2 years my senior—jovial, highspirited and possessed of as noble a heart as ever throbbed—a heart overflowing with affection, kindness and sympathy. Her father had been an extensive planter, and accumulated considerable wealth; but his death had occurred long before my meeting with his lovely daughter. She was at that time an orphan, and residing with a married brother, about three miles from where I was boarding. I found in Anna all the beautiful traits so much to bo admired in true woman, aud we soon became warm, confidential friends. My time was too much occupied to admit of mevisitiug her often, aud those visits were very brief; but she would spend days, and sometimes weeks, with me; and I shall never f«rget the pleasant hours I enjoyed while in company with her, and how much I appreciated her social visits.

Of course, Anna Avas at the picnic; it Avouid have been a blank Avitkout her, for she was the acknowledged belle of the community for miles around. As usual, she and I wore inseparable; wo Avalked together, sat together, and Avero as affectionate to each other as girls only are capalle of being. Wo had been on the grounds but a short while, when there appeared on the scene—very unexpectedly to myself, though the surprise, I must say, Avas a remarkably pleasant oue—a very distinguished young lawyer that I had the honor jof claiming as a friend.

Like mjself, his acquaintance among the assembly was very limited. lie soon made his way through the crowd to where I was standing; and, after a hearty shaking of hands, and considerable surprise expressed on the part of each ut our very unexpected meeting, he explained to me that he had come out from the city the day before on business caf a very important nuturo; and, having keen compelled to remain in the neighborhood over uight, that the young people at the house where he was stopping had . prevailed upon him to attend the picnic. As usual Anna was near me. I attracted Ins attention to her, and told him that I would introduce him to my dearest and most intimate friend, and assured him that ho would llud her very entertaining, aud, doubtless, pass a very pleasant day in her charming society. 1 truly loved her, aud really felt proud to call her my friend; and, in a short time, after, as I saw his tall, graceful form bending so low, listening to the sweet, low mimic of her voice, till the brown, wavy hair fell in masses of beauty over his classic brow, while her upturned face, radiant with smiles, her bright black eyes, beaming with intellect, looked so confidingly up to him. I thought, oh, what a handsome couple they, would make; aud down in my heart I wished they would marry.

While I stood thus contemplating, they approached me and insisted that I should join them in a stroll through the grand old woods. Carl Maurice, for this was the name of my friend, had been passing the warm summer days in the close coniines cf city walls, inhaling the clouds of dust and volumes of smoke that arose from its crowded streets and busy workshops—and a ramble in the green woods—the pure, fresh breeze that played hide-aud-seek through his wavy hair; the sweet melody of the song birds as they flitted from branch to branch of the tall pines that waved and sighed above our heads gave;an unusual buoyancy to his nature. I had never seen him so gay, so frolicsome, so boyish beforo. I noticed that a spirit of hilarity had taken possession of him, and the dignified bearing he had hitherto displayed during our former meetings in city parlors was fast departing, aud I slyly wondered if the bewitching Anna had not thrown a Circean spell around him. After walking a considerable distance we found a beautiful, shaded retreat, sach as I fancy wood nymphs dwell in. High above ns rose an immense bluff,

topped by the hngc forest trees that seemed towering to the skie3, while the fairy nook in which we sat was riehlv covered with nature’s green velvety carpet, dotted over with bays, which filled each passing zephyr with their delicate fragrance, and fringed with water lilies. At our feet whirled and danced the rippliDg waves, which were thrown into greater agitation by the revolution of a mammoth mill that stood but a short distance from us; the continued buzzing of the gigantic wheels, and the loud roar of the water, as it fell over them in dashing, silvery sprays, played a grand part in nature’s music. It seemed as if Anna and Carl had had a lively interest awakened within their hearts, that had become mutual. I knew them both well enough to read in their faces that they were evidently pleased with each other, and felt satisfied that they were destined to be firm friends, and perhaps more than friends, to each other.

As I sat listening to the sounds of the busy mill, and watching the ripples chase each other, I was lost in a beautiful dream of what their future lives might be. I knew that this was one of Cupid’s busiest days, and, as he had an extra amount of labor to perform, I imagined that ho had deputized me to assist him in match-makiug, and flattered myself that 1 would be very successful. But as frowaing reality has ever p oved to bo a destroying enemy to blissful dreams, mine was at this moment crushed to the earth by the sudden approach of a stranger that had dared to intrude himself upon the happy trio of this hallowed spot. “Why, good mornin’; I liked never to have found you.” As his rude salutation fell harshly upon my ear I turned my head, and my eyes rested fully upon the most uncouth specimen of humanity that I had ever seen in that community—a slim, gawky, boyish form —a sallow, beardless face, and long, stringy, sandy hair, that fell in disheveled locks around his neck. He wore a suit of white linen (and from my earliest recollection I have had a holy horror of a man dressed in white); his coat was one of those airy, commodious dusters used for traveling, and my candid opinion has ever been that if a part of it could have beeu added to the length and breadth of his pants his general appearance would have been greatly improved—while on his head rested a coarse, broad-brimmed straw hat, the crown entirely covered with a wide black band that encircled it, which served to prove the most conspicuous part of his dress. To increase my mingled indignation aud astonishment, Anna arose, gave him as hearty a grasp of the hand and as cordial a welcome as I had bestowed upon the fastidious Carl, and then returned the courtesy that I had formerly extended to her by introducing mo to her friend, Mr. Jones. Carl also recived an introduction, and returned the quick jerk of the head—which Mr. Jones intended for a bow—with a very low bow of true patrician grace. I was watching him very closely; he tried to conceal liis feelings; but, as he stood twirling his mustache and looking silently on, I could easily see mischievous smiles playing over his features, which he could not suppress; this gave new life to the indignant feelings wi h which I was struggling. I felt the blood mounting to my throbbing temples, and fervently wished that the repulsive creature—the horrid Jones—had never found us.

I proposed returning to the platform, for I felt that our lovely retieat had been invaded by an evil spirit; and the sweet siren spell that lingered around was now broken. Anna led the way.gayly chatting with Mr. Jones; but Carl and I walked on in silence. I knew that he was lontnnff t.n give vent, to his laughter, and I hated him for it; for a copious flow of tears would have then brought a healing, refreshing balm to my wounded pride and burning brain. I did not dare to speak; for I l'elt that he was only waiting for me to break the silence, which would give him an opportunity to relieve his amused feelings by some ludicrous remark. As great as my mortification had been at seeing Anna condescend to recognize such a person as a friend: and as indignant as I felt at having an acquaintance forced upon me that I Avouid have otherwise avoidel, I loved her too much to hear liar faults condemned by another, and I knew that if any slight remark, or even an allusion iu regard to her actions, had left his lips, that it would forever blast the friendship existing between him and I. If my tongue had remained silent during the day itw'ould have been far better for me; but there was an evil spirit within me, thirsting for revenge, and I xvas determined that Anna should know how deeply she had Avounded my pride. I sought an opportunity of speakiug to her privately, which very soon presented itself. Mr. Jones had goue out with a boating party; Carl Avas exercising himself by his terpsichorean accomplishments, and Anna Avns standing alone, intently Avatching the mauy forms as they gayly moA'ed to and fro iu the merry dance. I knew that the sounds of the music and dancing Avouid drown our voices and prevent our conversation from being heard. As I quietly approached her, I laid my hand upon her shoulder and sai’d : “Anna, why did you introduce that awkward boy to Carl and I?”

“ Who—Tom? - ’ “ I don’t know what his name is, but you know who I have reference to.” “ Oh, yes; Tom Jones. I was somewhat surprised at you uot being acquainted w.th him. I thought you had met him before.”

“Tom Jones,” I replied. “I must say that it is a very familiar name--too commonplace to be otherwise—but I never saw him nor heard of him until he dropped down so suddenly upon us that, had his appearance been more prepossessing, I might have supposed he was a fallen angel, aud I hope 1 shall never see him after todav.”

“Tom Jones,” I repeated—“what a common Dame; and he looks like a simpleton.” She gave me a kind reproving smile', as she laid her hand on mine aud said: “Never judge a person by his dress, and ever remember that there is nothing in a name; besides, you are mistaken in the opinions you have formed of Mr. Jones. Tom is not tuch a boy as you take him to be; he is about 23 years old, he has a very fair business education, and is a young man of very good practical sense.” “Indeed.” I replied, “you seem to be well-informed in regard to this gallant cavalier, of piney-woods nobility.” “Yes, I have a light to be; we were raised on adjoining farms; I have gone to school with him, and played with him many a day; and I know that a better boy never lived than Tom has ever proved himself to be.” “It is a blessing that he has some redeeming trait,” I replied. “I am glad to know that he really possesses so much purity of character, aud deeply regret that his cultivation has been so sadly neglected; otherwise he might have made a very brilliant star in society.” Just here the quadrille ended; partners rushed for seats, and I heard no more concerning Mr. Jones’ good qualities. Anna was by nature far better than I was, or she would have been highly incensed at the manner in which I expressed myself to her, if not at my words. It wa3 grooving late in. the afternoon ;

some were leaving, others preparing to do so, when Carl came to bid me goodfcy. He declared that he had spent one of the most delightful days that had ever dawned upon his existence, and one that would long be remembered; but regretted that I had seemed to share but a small degree of the enjoyment—while the same roguish twinkle danced in his eyes. I begged him not to refer to what had transpired in the morning, for, while it seemed to add greatly to his diversion, it was certainly very annoying to myrelf. “But with all,” I said, in a tone of candor, looking steadfastly at him, “Anna Van Dorn is a noble woman, and, let the youDg man be wbat he may, she has found some valuable trait in his character, I will assure you, or she would never recognize him as her friend. And yon will oblige me now by being very guarded in your remarks concerning her or her deeds.” For a moment he regarded me with a look of displeasure, and his voice grew tremulous as he said :

“ Why, yon astonish me; lain perfectly fascinated with Miss Van Dorn; what could I say or even think of her that would be wrong?” Then, as suddenly as sunlight breaking through a cloud, his features wore an animated expression as he exclaimed: “Oh! I see—excuse me —forgive me I know —it was down under the bluff. Pray don’t get angry with me, but it was yourself that I was amused at. The look of contempt that swept over your face, the scornful curl that came to your lip, the haughty toss of your head, and that bow—why, it Avouid have been faultless bestowed upon an Emperor. Ha! ha! ha! It always did amuse me to see a lady vexed.” And the laugh that followed his explanation—that loud burst of merriment that had been a burden to him all day—now echoed, and resounded, until the sighing of the pines, and the murmuring of the water seemed to catch the lively strain, and nature joined the happy chorus. I alone failed to appreciate the joyful sound of that ringing laugh. I was greatly relieved to know that his opinion of Anna Avas not lessened. But I felt more chagrined than ever to think that I had acted so very silly, and made myself appear so ridiculous; while I had committed the unpardonable act ot judging innocent Carl by the wicked impulses of my own heart.

As we left for our respective homes Anna and I bade each other an affectionate adieu, seemingly as good friends as ever. But time Avore on: days and Aveeks glided by. Anna had neA’er called to see me after that eventful, day. The time was drawing near lor me to return to my own home. I had sent her several verbal messages, inviting her to come; and finally I wrote her a note teeming Avitk affection, in Avhich I stated that i slioiild remain but a few days longer, and that I Avas more than anxious to see her before my departure. It was answered by a friendly missive, equally as affectionate as mine had been; laden Avith many good wishes for my future happiness and success; but saying that illness in her brother’s family made it impossible for her to A’isit me.

Nearly two years had passed when I received a long letter from a friend avlio resided in that vicinity, giving me the general news of the surrounding country; but the part which mostly interested me ran as follows: “Anna Van Dorn is to be married very soon to Mr. Thomas W. J ones, one of the most energetic and successful young farmers iu our community, and a gentleman wholly worthy ot the lovely prize he has won.” As my eyes rested upon the words, the letter dro)>ped from my hand as if it had been a heated iron that had seared ru.jr fini/<Ava

I sat motionless, as my thoughts wandered back to the many happy hours that had intervened betAveen our first meeting aud last parting. The great mystery was now unraveled. I kneAv Avhy Anna had refused to come to see me; and, as the great truth flashed upon me, I hated myself for the foolish Avay in which T had acted on that never-to-be-forgolten day.

But a few weeks after this, our annual fair commenced, and our city Avas thronged with visitors. Among the list of hotel arrivals, I noticed the names of “Tkos. W. Jones and lady, of I .” I knew that the lady was Anna, and a longing desire to see her immediately took possession of me. In the afternoon of the same day, I called to see her.

She gave me a pleasant greeting, but with a cold reserve quite foreign to her warm nature. I found Mr. Jones fir more interesting than I had ever dreamed of his being, and his general appearance had gone through a decided change for the better.

Don’t understand me to say that he had grown handsome; for, according to my style of good looks, he did not possess the slightest resemblance to a handsome man; lut the black-cloth suit, which neatly fitted his form, was far more becoming than the one worn upon our first meeting; his hair was closely trimmed; his complexion had a fresh, healthy appearance; aud he sported a very reasonable sized mustache, which, all combined, formed him into what might be considered a tolerably goodlooking man. When I parted with them, I insisted that they should visit me; but Anna excused herself, by saying that they had only visited the city for the purpose of attending the fair, aud would not have time to make any calls, but if convenient that she would return my visit on her next trip to the city, and gave me an invitation to call to see her, if I ever visited their neighborhood again. Thus we parted—friendly—bat with a lack of that great degree of warmth that should ha v e glowed in our hearts for each other. But I knew that the blame rested wholly upon myself. I was the one that was in fault. I alone had thrown the sharp-edged dagger, and with it had laid open a deep incision, which had widened into a channel—that now stood—an impassable gulf—between us. And by the foolish pride, the rude ac‘s, and uokind expressions of one day, I had lost the friendship, the confidence, and the esteem of one of the noblest, purest women I have ever known.

And now, dear girls, in conclusion, permit me to ask you a question. How many are there among you to day who would not have acted just as I did in that day, under similar circumstances? You are young and inexperienced, as I was then. To learn life and its checkered w r ays is at best a bitter lesson; and let me warn and implore you never to let your willful acts and unkind words cause you to gain the ill-will of others.

Friendship is a precious boon, a sacred tie, and a firm support through life. Kind words and sweet smiles are very cheap, yet the most beautiful, most lasting, gift that, we can beitow upon our fellow-creatures, and why supplant them with the rude briers of scorn and contempt, which will pierce your hearts sorely in after years with their countless thorns? A word of kindness, a look of sympathy, a smile of encouragement, is never lost, even when bestowed on one of God’s most lowly creatures, and the great good they accomplish may return to you, after many days, as “bread cast” upon the waters,” bringing with it manifold blessings. CORISTH, Mis*.

FARM NOTES.

Do not allow your manure to burn or scald in the winter; turn it over occasionally and it will be prevented. With all the pretensions of the cow to sobriety she generally insists on having a horn or two before breakfast. Various plants affect milk. Horse radish has a tendency to prevent coagulation, and wood sorrel will hasten £ An advance of 1 cent a pound in the price of butter means nearly $10,000,000 to tfie total value of production of the country for one year. Turnips are healthful for horses. They should be cat in slices, or what is better, pulped finely and mixed with a little meal and salt. Rutabagas are better than white turnips. Rye straw is as valuable as the gram in Pennsylvania in the manufacture of paper. With the increased acreage of the season just closed (3,500,000 bushels) the yield is not equal to the demand.

* A great deal of superior tobacco was raised in the hilly portions of Ohio and Kentucky last seasoD, and the cheap lands of those districts are rapidly coming into request for growing the Aveed. Some of the roughest hills produce the finest tobacco.

A cellar that is cool, dry and dark, and yet well ventilated, is the best place for preserving potatoes in large quantities. When smaller quantities are to be preserved there is nothing like dry sand. Tliq same may be said of fruits and roots of all sorts.

Plant tansy at the roots of your plum-trees, or hang branches of the plant on the limbs of the trees, andyoa will not be annoyed with curculio. An old and successful fruit-grower furnishes the above, and says it is the most successful curculio preventive he ever tried.

Mr. J. G. Edavards, of England, remarks : “Any man who has seen a turnip deems liimself qualified to advise the farmer, and though each man sings to a different tune the burden of the song is the same—that the farmer is in fault and needs setting right.”

A contemporary thinks if farmers would avoid suddenly cooling the body after great exertions, be careful not to go with wet clothing and wet feet, not to over-eat when in an exhausted condition, and would bathe daily, using much friction, they would have little or no rheumatism.

E. M. Washburne, in speaking of the care of dairy cattle, says: “In the best dairies of North Holland there is but a very small amouut of grain fed to the cows or young stock, and of ail I have imported I iiave never had one that Avouid eat grain without teaching, by mixing with hay or roots, or some root they were accustomed to eat.” The first year a sheep’s front teeth are eight in number, and all of equal siae. The second year the two middle shed out, and are replaced by two much larger than the others. The third year two very small teeth appear ou either side of the eighth. At tlie end of the fourth year there are six large teeth. The fifth year all the front teeth are large. Ttie sixth year all begin to show signs of wear. An Illinois agricultural writer says: “ The East and West railroad lines, hoping to get their share of the benefits of the ‘ boom ’ in business, have raised freight charges to nearly the old-time formidable proportions. In consequence of this a growl, low and sullen, has begun to make itself heard, and there are those who see the specter of the Granger figured on the dark clouds of a storm now apparently rising in the distant political horizon. With all its follies, and its inconsequential management, it the means of reforming great abuses in the matter of transportation; and it is possible that it or some similar organization may be needed to force the railroads again into respect for the constitution and obedience to the luavs.”

HOUSEHOLD ECONOMY.

THINGS TO REMEMBER. That fish may be scaled much easier by dipping in boiling water about a minute. That fish may as well be scaled if desired before packing down in salt, though in that case do not scald them. Salt fish are quickest and best freshened by soakiDg in sour milk. That milk which is turned or changed may be sweetened and rendered fit for use again by ttirring in a little soda. That salt will curdle new milk; hence, in preparing milk porridge, gravies, etc,, the salt should not be added until the dish is prepared. That fresh meat after beginning to sour, will sweeten if placed cut of doors in the cool over night. That clear boiling water will remove tea stains and many fruit stains. Pour the water through the stain and thus prevent its spreading over the fabric. That ripe tomatoes will remove ink and other stains from white cloth; also from the hands

That a teaspoonful of turpentine boiled with your white clothes will aid the whitening process. That boiled starch is much improved by the. addition of a little sperm, or a little salt, or both, or a little gum nrabic dissolved. That beeswax and salt will make your rusty flat irons as clean as gin s. Tie a lump of wax in a rag and keep for that purpose. When the irons are hot, rub them first with the wax rag, aud then scour with a paper or cloth sprinkled with salt. That blue ointment and kerosene mixed in equal proportions, and applied to bedsteads, is an unfailing bedbug remedy, and that a coat of whitewash is ditto for tho walls of a log house. That kerosene will soften boots or shoes which liavo been hardened by water and render (hem as pliable as new.

That kerosene will make tin kettles bright as new. Saturate a woolen rag and rub with it. It will also remove stains from the clean varnished furniture. That cool rain water and soda will remove machine grease from washable fabrics. Every one ot these receipts is unfailing. Out out this slip and place it in a book for reference.

Mourning in America.

Visitors to this country are greaily surprised at the long period during which people wear mourning and remain in seclusion. The custom must be purely American, for it docs not obtain elsewhere. In England, a widow or widower may, with perfect propriety, divest herself or himself of mourning attire at the end of twelve months, although, in mo3t case 3, they retain it in some degree a while longer. Mourning is worn for parent s for one year, but changed to lighter mourning after six months, and the same as regards the mourning of parents for children. Except in the case of widows and widowers, it is not deemed at ail obligatory to abstain from sociely for more than six months, although in the case of parents who have lost children it would be unusual to go to large enter! ainments before the expiration of ayt ar. Where a parent has died well stricken in years, and quite in ordin try course of nature, it would excite no remark were the children to go to quiet dinner parties

after three months. A two-years’ mourning and seclusion would, in such cases, be deemed affectation. Mourning is here carried to such lengths that some people really pass a large part of their lives in weeping and seclusion, the death of a father, mother, and sister or brother making an aggregate of five years. It is a question whether we are not carrying the thing too far. Life was surely not made to be spent in permanent seclusion on account of bereavement, more especially for those who, in the ordinary course of nature, must predecease us. Thousands of persons would gladly cut short their mourning but for tyranny of fashion, which arbitrarily rules in this as in so much beside.— New York paper.

THE GAME OF FOREEITS.

Kissing the Candlestick. — When ordered to kiss the candlestick, you politely request the lady to hold the candle for you. As soon as she has it in hand, you kiss her under the supposition that she is the candlestick.

Go, if You Can.— Tell one of the company that you will so clasp his hands together that he will be unable to leave the room without unclasping them, undertaking that you will not confine his feet, nor bind his body, nor in any way interfere with his motion. This trick is performed by clasping the person’s hands around one of the legs of a piano, or large table, or other bulky article of furniture, too large for him to carry through the doorway. Tue Rueful Knight. —The player whose forfeit is cried is so called. He must take a lighted candle in his hand, and select some other player to be his squire, who takes hold of his arm, and they then go round to all the ladies in the company. It is the squire’s office to kiss the hand of each lady, and after each kiss to wjpe the knight’s mouth with a handkerchief. The knight mint carry the candle through the penance, and preserve a grave countenance.

The Magician’s Joke.— Take two balls, one in each hand, and stretch them asunder as far as you can; ask any one of the company present to lay a wager that you will not make both of the balls come into which hand they name, without bringing your hands together. Borne one will naturally say you cannot do it, and will take your ofl'er, when you have merely to place one ball on the table, turn yourself round, and take it up again with the other hand.

The Trip to Coomassie. —A gentie man, who holds a silk pocket handkerchief in his hand, passes round the company formed into a circle, extended to its greatest circumference, and led by the person paying the forfeit. The gentleman holding the handkerchief kisses all the ladies in turn, and, with an air of- great deference and politeness, wipes the lips of his guide, as though he had received the kisses, while, in fact, he remains an idle spectator of the scene, amid the merriment of the company.

The Maid-of-all-Wobk. —Go to service, apply to the party who holds the forfeit for a situation, say a general servant. The questions to be asked are innumerable, but should always be connected with some domestic occupation —“How do you wash?” “How do you iron ?” “How do you scrub the room V” “How do you clean the boots and shoes?” “How do you truss a fowl?” The process must be minutely and accurately performed as the questions are put, and, if the replies are satisfactory, the forfeit must be given up. The Beggar. —A penance to be inflicted on gentlemen ODly. The penitent takes a staff, and approaches a lady. T-Ja folio /-n Ulo l„,fArA nothumping Ins staff on the ground, implores “Charity.” The lady, touched by the poor man’s distress, asks him : “Do you want bread?” “Do you want water?” “Do you want a penny?” etc., etc. To all questions such as these the beggar replies by thumping his staff on the ground impatiently. At length the lady says, “Do you want a kiss?” At these words the beggar jumps up and kisses the lady. The Almond Feat.— Get three almonds or any other eatables, and, having placed them upon the table a short distance apart, put a hat over each. Tell the company that you will eat the three almonds, and, having done so, will bring them under whichever hat they please. Whenever you have swallowed each separately, request one of the spectators to point out the hat under which they shall be. When choice has been made of one of the hats, put it upon your head, and ask the company if vou have not fulfilled your promise. This trick generally causes much laughter.

The Shopkeeper. —The person whose forfei tis called must go rouna all the company, and acquaint them with the fact that he is about to set up in business, but, unfortunately, being without capital, it will be necessary, before he can do so, to be supplied with goods on loan by his friends, in order that he make a good show when he opens. He can, if so minded, expatiate in an inflated manner on the bright prospects before him, and tell what an honor it will be to help a friend in misfortune. Every one must lend something to the shopkeeper; the more absurd the article offered the greater will be the amusement created. When he has gathered aJI together he must take them and deposit them in a corner of the room, and thus end his penance.

Innocent Simplicity.

One of the assistants at the Postoffice happened to be standing at one of the delivery windows, the other day, when a buxom damsel of about 18 summers, hailing from Berry town, s epped up and asked if stamps were sold there, Upon being told that they were, she said she wanted to buy f 1 worth. “Oue dollar’s worth,” repeated the smiling assistant: “of what elenomination ?” The damsel showed symptoms of embarrassment, and hesitated to reply. She twirled her shawl fringe nervously, cast her eyes about to see if anyone was near, moved a little closer to the window, and finally asked in a timorous voice: “ Do you hes to write it down ?” ‘ By no means,” answc red the courteous assistant; “that is not necessary ; but I presume you have some preference as to the denomination ?” “Ah —well—yes,” replied the stranger, her face turning scarlet, “ I hev some. I generally go the to ’Piscopal Methodist myself; but the feller I’m buying the stamps for he’s a Universal Orthodox.” —lthaca Journal.

A London paper, in tracing the mode in which 122 of the titled families of England have acquired lands, states that scarcely a dozen of the number got them by professional or commercial pursuits. The writer asserts that not one-tenth of the 5,500,000 acres possessed by the 122 was acquired for value received.

A Household Need.

A book on the Liver, its diseases and their treatment sent free. Including treatises upon Liver Complaints, Torpid Liver, Jaundice, Biliousness, Headache, Constipation, Dyspepsia, Malaria, etc. Address Dr. Sanford, 162 Broadway, New York city, N. Y, Veoetinb thoroughly eradicates every kind of humor, and restore* the entire system to a healthy condition.

About Rubber Boots.

Undue oompetition between manufacturer* has led to an extent of adulteration and cheapening of material never before known In the business. Crude rubber has the quality of absorbing or of becoming incorporated with a very large quantity of cheap and bulky subetancea like lampblack, ehalk, etc., which cannot be detected by the uninitiated, and which impair the durability of the goods. People call for low-priced goods, not reflecting that low prices always mean low quality. The result is they waste meney on “wild cat ” rubber boots, when an extra dollar or two would buy them a pair which will wear to their utmost satisfaction a whole season or more. The “95 Per Cent Sterling Rubber Boot,” manufactured by the Candee Rubber Company, New Haven, Ct, is meant to reform this abuse, and is well worth the inspection of those who need a real good article. Every store dealing in the “95 Percent. Sterling Rubber Boots”'is supplied with a sample cut open to show the construction. They are warranted three months, and the storekeeper will punch the date of sale in the top of the leg of each boot

Wanted.

Sherman k Co., Marshall, Mich., want an agent in this county at once, at a salary of 9100 per mon.h and expenses paid. For full particulars address ar above. I>b. 0. E. Shoemaker, ol’ Reading, Pa., la the only aural surgeon in the United States who devotes all his time to the treatment of deafness and diseases of the ear and catarrh; especially running ear. Nearly twenty years’ experience. Thousands testify to his skill. Consult him bv mail or otherwise. Pamphlet./ree, When you go to Chicago, stop at the Tbemont House, which is one of the neatest and most comfortable hotels in the city. John A Rice, the weli-known landlord, with an able corps of gentlemanly clerks, will attend to your wishes in a manner that will make you feel perfectly at home, and you will be surprised at the reasonableness of the bill when you settle up. Try the Tremont. The genuine Frazer Axle Grease is said to be the best in the world, and we believe it. 25c. buys a pair of Lyon’s Heel Stiffeners and make a boot or shoe last twice as long. C Gilbert’s Laundry.Pat.Glose&Com Starch.

Omvhtm, Wives anti Mother*. DR. MARCHISI’S UTERINE CATHOLICON will positively cure Female Weakness such Falling of the Womb, Whites, Chronic Inflammation or Ulcer tion of the Womb, Incidental Hemorrhage or Flooding, Painful, Sunpresso i and Irregular Menstruation, Ac. An old and roliu le remedy. Send l ostal card ior a pamphlet, with treatment, cure* and cotfiflca es from physicians and patients, to UOWAKTH A BALLARD, UiICA, N. Y. So dby all Druggists—sl £0 per Dottle. ICHIc* Seven-shot Repeating, 22 and 32 caliber, accurate up to HtHi yards, bran new, only $4.50. Biggest Im gain ever off'led in Fire-arms. Illustrated catalogue ■nd Ustimoniala in full. Address CHICEBTER Rlt'l.K Company, 3 1 Montgomery St., Jersey City, N. J,

THE MARKETS.

NEW YORK. Beeves $7 00 @lO 00 Hogs 4 50 @ 4 00 Cotton 13 @ 131$ Flour—Superfine 5 00 @ 5 40 Wheat—No. 2 1 38 @1 43 Cohn—Western Mixed.... 57 @ 68 Oats- Mixed 47 @ 48 Rye— Western 02 @ 05 Pome —Mess 11 75 @l2 00 Lard 6J4@ 7 CHICAGO. Beeves—Choice Graded Steers 4 80 @ 5 60 Cows and Heifers........ 2 35 @ 3 50 Medium to Fair 4 15 @ 4 40 Hogs 4 20 @ 4 05 Flour—Fancy White Winter Ex... (i 0.1 @7 00 Good to Choice Spring Ex. 500 @ 5 75 Wheat—No. 2 Spring 1 22 @ 1 23 No. 3 Spring 1 00 @ I 11 Corn-No. 2 35 @ 36 Oats- No. 2 31 @ 32 Rye—No. 2 75 @ 76 Barley—No. 2 75 @ 77 Butter—Choice Creamery 28 @ 33 Eggs—Fresh 12 @ 13 Fork—Mess 11 25 @ll 40 Lard 6%@ 7 MILWAUKEE. Wheat—No. 1 1 22 @ 1 24 No. 2 1 10 @ 1 20 Corn—No. 2 35 @ 36 Oats—No. 2 31 @ 32 Rye—No. 1 73 @ 74 Barley—No. 2 71 (ib 72 81. LOUIS. Wheat—No. 2 Red Fall 1 25 @1 26 Corn—Mixed 33 @ 34 Oats—No. 2 32 @ 33 Rye 70 @ 71 Poke—Mess 11 75 @ll 90 Lard 6% @ 7 CINCINNATI. Wheat 1 27 @ 1 28 Corn 38 @ 30 Oats 37 @ 38 Rye 84 @ 85 Pork—Mess 11 75 @l2 00 Lard 7 @ 7J4 WHEAT —nmoci AiiciKgHiEUr; i ~i IB r " No. 2 Red 1 29 @ 1 30 Corn—No. 2 30 @ 40 Oats —No. 2 38 @ 30 DETROIT. Flour—Choice 6 CO @ 7 50 Wheat—No. 1 Write 1 27 @ 1 28 No. 1 Amber 1 26 @ 1 27 Corn—No. 1 - 32 @ 43 Oats—Mixed 38 @ 30 Parley (per cental) 1 10 @1 55 Pork—Mess 12 25 @l3 75 INDIANAPOLIS. Wheat—No. 2 Red 1 25 @ 1 27 Corn 35 @ 37 Oats 34 @ 37 Pork —Clear 14 00 @l4 50 EAST LIBERTY, PA. Cattle—Best 4 80 @ 5 10 Fair 3 85 @ 4 65 Common 300 @3 65 Hogs.. 470 @5 00 Sheep 400 @ 5 75

“ Oh, how I do wish my skin was as clear and soft as yours,” said a lady to her friend. “You can easily make it so,” answered the friend. “ How ?” inquired the first lady. “By using Hop Bitters, that makes pure, rich blood and blooming health. It did for me, as you observe.” Bead of it. — Bulletin. In regard to the method of coloring butter. The theory is that cows, when well fed and cared for, will make yellow butter; the fact is that not one in ten will, except in times of flush pasture. This is just the reason that the very best dairymen in this country use Wells, Richardson & Co.’s Perfected Butter Color.— Moore's Rural. Fit UK! A Musical Journal. Add’s F. Brehm, Erie, Pa. A*l n n week. sl2 a day at home easily made. Cost ly >J> / C Outfit free. Address True A Co.. Augusta, Me. A YEAR and expenses to agents. Outfit f ree. II I Address P. O. VICKERY, Augusta, Maine. CASH Paid for Endowment Insurance Policies. Address P. O. Box 645, Hartford, Conn. AIIIIIII Morphine Habit Cored In 10 1 I nfl *° 20 slays. Mo|>ay till Cored. WB 1 WflVI tin- J. Stephens, Lebanon. Ohio. VO UN OMEN ■ month. Every graduate guaranteed a paying situation. Address R. Valentine, Manager, Janesville, Wia. na* / #m <* A HOOK, of flll the lat6Bt P«i V Songs of the day, l()c.; sheet of KJ • choice music included. Catalogue free. J. L. PATTEN & CO.. 47 Barcluy St., N. V. lifer GRoUP^#?t| SOLD BY ALL DRUGGISTS ® TRUTH ISPJSfITXI /&v Spaniah B**r will for AU Ceote, with year I % K*. h* f Hi. ~Lr .f eyee, l~k of Kmir, J 1 tend e «errr« pirfure of .your fulur. hoe- I I bandar wife, Initials of name, time arid place where yon will first meet, end date of mirn*fe; address, Prof. M ARTIN EZ.42 PreviMeW..BwlM,Ut« rkwiiaeMef’ The Koran.

A curloHlty to every on;*, and a nece«»lty to all NtiKlentK of History or Hellglon : THE KORAN OF MOHAMMED; translated from the Arahio by George Sale. Formerly published at $2.75; a new, beautiful type, neat, cloth-bound edition; price, 355 centh, and © cents for postage. Catalogue of many standard works, remarkably low in price, with extra terms to clubs, free. Say where you saw this advertisement. American Book Exchange, Tribune Building, N. Y. PENSIONS! Slew L.aw. Thousands of Soldiers and heirs entitled. Pensions date back to discharge or death. Time limited. Address, with stamp, GEORGE E. LEMON, P. O. Drawer B*s. Washington, I). C. SIO,OOO. * a " e, vrrn. f n. BsCtfc SIO,OOO will be paid to say C A PFTY prison whocnnerpbxfe a Lamp fitted W#A* sci I ■ with our PATENTED SAFETY AT. | a asm n TACHMENT. L/AIVIre May use any lamp or burner. Prevente dripping and heating. AOEIVTS I Send for samples, with size of collax SiSISsJ “ttttSKfcs, Lamp Cm. fsclory and Offlot, »lngharnW**N!i*f'. **_

NATURE’S REMEDY. "V. YEGEHHEJI _Tne Cbem Blood PumnctL/^ MR. ALBERT CROCKER, the well-known druggist and apothecary, of Bpringvale, Me., always advises every one troubled with Rheumatism to try VEGETINE. Read His Statement: Spring vale, Hit, Oct. 12,1878. Mb. H. R. Stevens : Dear Sir—Fifteen years ago last fall I was taken sick with Rheumatism, was noable to move until the next April. From that time until three years ago this fall I suffered everything with Rheumatism. Sometimes there would be weeks at a time that I could not atep one step; these attacks were quite often. I suffered everything that a man could. Over three years ago last spring I commenced taking Vegetine and followed it up until I had taken seven bottles; have had no Rheumatism slnoe that time. I always advise every one that is troubled with Rheumatism to try Vxarrnrx, and not suffer for years as I have done. This statement is gratuitous as far as Mr. Stevens is concerned. Yours, etc., ALBERT OROOKER, Firm of A. Crookor & Co., Druggists and Apothecaries. VEGETINE HAS ENTIRELY CURED ME. Boston, Oct., 1870. Mr. H. B. Stevens : Dear Sir—My daughter, after having a severe attack of Whooping Cough, was left In a feeble state of health. Being advised by a friend she tried the Vegetine, aud after using a few bottles was fully restored to health. I hive been a great sufferer from Rheumatism. I have taken several bottles of the Vegetine for this complaint, and am happy to say it has entirely cured me. I have recommended the Vegetine to others with the same good results. It is a great oleanser and purifier of the blood ; it is pleasant to take and I can cheerfully recommend it. JAMES MORSE, 361 Athens Street. “Vegetine,” says a Boston physician, “has no equal as a blood purifier. Hearing of Its many wonderful cures, after all other remedies have failed, I visited the laboratory and convinced myself of its genuine merit. It is prepared from barks, roots and herbs, each of which is highly effective, and they are compounded in such a manner us to produce astonishing results.” Vegelue is Sold bj nil Druggists. <fcC i. - ®On I>rr day at home. Samples worth 85 fra* q)0 10 Address Stinson A Co., Portland, Mb U/AIITCII Local Agents everywhere to Mil It*. Coffee, Bektaf YV All I CKI Powder, II Extract*, etc., by aunple, to femllW. Profit good. Outfit free. PKOPLE’S TEA CO.. Box St. Lou la. Me* 111 lilTPn Intelligent Mm to sell the "Cyclopedia of Things Worth W All I CLI Knowing,” by itihscription. Terras very liberal. Outfll free. INTERNATIONAL POD. CO., 6 Bridge Entrance. St. Loul*. Mo. On 30 Days’ Trial. We will een i our Electro-Voltaic Belta and other Rlcctric Appliances upon trial for 30 cLys to those Afflicted with Nervous Debility nod diseases of a per* ww l hature. Also of the Liver, Kidneys, Rheumatism, Paralysis, Ac. A sure cure guaranteed or no pay. Address Voltaic Belt Co., Manball, Mich, PETROLEUM YT A flTjf IlTfl JELLY - Grand Medal 1/ if \ L I_| 111 Is SilverMeda) a v»r* V awLillWli * This wonderful substance is acknowledged by phyai* cians throughout the world to be the best remedy discovered for the cure of VFouiida* Buriia, Rlieiima* (Um, skin Pllew, Catarrh, Chilblain** *tre. In order that everyone may try it, it it But up in 15 and 25 cent bottles tor household use. btain it from your druggist, and you will find it superior to anything you have ever used. C ARLE TON’S HOUSEHOLD EN CYCLOP/ED I A. The most valuable single Book ever printed. A treasury of knowledge. There has never before been published in one volume so much useful information on every subject. Beautifully illustrated, price $2.50. A WHOLE LIBRARY IN ONE VOLUME. — >ri only by subscription. Ths I II AfiFNTS 'easiest book to sell ever known. IM nuLIl I W /Terms, etc., address G. VV, CAItLETON CO.. Publishers. N. Y. City SEAITY ORGAN BEATTYEJAHS icw Organs 13 stops* 3iet Golden Tongue Reeds, sod i O kneo swells* walnut ease, w unit'dl O yenrs, stool A hook .\pTV Pianos,stool* eover k hook, 0143 to $350. Reforo rouhiiy he sure to write me. Illnstrnted Newspaper sent 1< TOO Address DANIEL F. BEATTY, Washington, New Jersey* FITS- EPILEPTIC PITH II I M CERTAIN REMEDY FOR Epileptic Fits, Spasms, or Conynlsions. Having the utmost confidence in this preparation, we guarantee to any. who are afflicted with Kpileppy. immediate relief, and by sendirg their address, describing case, we will send a small bottle tb* t they may give it a < rial * Address CHUM AR A SON, Chemists and Druggists, Court St., Brooklyn, N.Y. b'«t SI. |.rlr-i »i. tn—..(/ ’fi.ry nn an..... rn-n... I have 2 1, (10 prettiest Garden Guides ever printed aDd 6 0 pictures descr bed and pMc« of Seeds. Worth man] dollars. FREE. It. H. SHUMWAY. Rockford. 111. PENSIONS Arc paid to all rVdiers who show that they are disabled from any dunbllity contracted in the service, such as a wound of any kind, loss of finger, toe oi eye. rupture, though but slight, disease of lung<, rtricose reins, chronic dU Arrhora, piles, rheumatism, or any other disease. Widows, children under IS and dependent parents, where the soldier has died of disease contracted in the sendee, and it can be so proven, are also entitled to a pension. In erder to get the benefit of the arrears of Pensions, application nlust be made verr Man, as the time is limited by the law. If applications get in in time the soldier applying will draw back to date of discharge, in many instances getting thousands of dollars at the first payment. On this account application* should be m\dn at once. Thousands are still entitled to bounty. Thousand* who are now drawing pensions are also entitled to increases. Bend two stamps for summary or Pension and Bounty act*. By permission w* ref*f • the following parties in Indianapolis as to our standing: R. F. K*. inept, PTes’t Central Dank. I Feed Baoo*. U. 8. Col. Int. Rer. W. J*. lloliowat, Postmaster. Hon. J. C. Dennt, Ex-Att’y Gen*L Hon J. IL Julian, Ex-Judgo Cir. Court | Indiana Bankino Co. We have two offices. Address r*„ 11. FITZG-ZmAIiD db CO., Either Box 0, Washington Clty,D.C.,or Indianapolis,lnd.

newspaper In the U. i|«Sf NfsSGH SEVENTY-FIVEI'ENTR A lijiaf ffa-i alfif Yeah, postage Included. |/gg| JtSM& Seventeenth year of-iiuts-NEfif Beal bcatlon. It Is especially W jESSra Ra RH complete as a wttrspaper, ■W iX§£ss!V ySfjy patches of both the WestS' wK3fiSKf ern Associated Press and Y fieBSSS# the National Associated Press, beside* an extensive system of special dlsEgeXSlSa patches from all Important points. It /jSSSagSiW is Independent in Politics, presenting fiagweSl political news free from partisan EtsSisi coloring, without fear or favor. pUarffjM Every number contains Six Completed Stories. A favorite family paper. It felrnffinM Is the Cheapest Weekly In the U. 8. HSGSSS H 75 cents a year. A dollar bill pays for Baggagjjgjh sixteen months. Address, Chicago Weekly News, 123 Fifth At, Chicago, 111. Pond s Extract Subdues Inflammation, Controls all Hemorrhages, Acute and Chronic. Venous and Mucous. INVALUABLE FOR Catarrh, Iloarnenes*, Rheumatism. Neuralgia, Asthma, Headache, Nora Throat, Toothache, Moreness, Ulcers, Old Mores, Ac*., Ac., Ac. PATABBU pond’s uAlAnllll. EXTRACT. No remedy so rapidly and effectually arrests the irritation and discharges from Catarrhal Affections as POND'S EXTRACT. COUGHS, COLDS in the lIRAD, MASAI, and THROAT lIISCIIARGES, INFLAMMATIONS A ACCUMULATIONS in the LUkGS, EYES, KARS and THROAT, RHEUMATISM, \KIKAi GIA, Ac., cannot be cured so easily by any other medicine. For sensitive and severe casesof CATARRH useour CATARRHCURE (75 c.) In all cases use our NASA I. St X KINOE (26c.) Will be sent. In lots of $2 worth, on receipt of price. Emma Abbott—" Valuable and beneficial.” Heywood Smith, M. D., M. R. 0. P., of England—”l have used it with marked benefit.” H. G. Preston, M. D„ Brooklyn, N. Y.— “ I know of no remedy so generally useful.” Arthur Guinness, M. D.. F R. C. S.,of England— I have prescribed POND’S EXTRACT with great success.” Caution. -POND’S EXTRACT is soldonfy in bottles with the name blown in the glass. tV~ It is unsafe to use other articles with our directions. Insist on having POND’S EXTRACT. Refuse all imitations and substitutes. Our New Pamphlet, with History of Our Preparations, Sent FREE on Application to POND’S EXTRACT CO., 18 Murray Street, New York. \M Sold by all Druggists ,

NICHOLS,SHEPARD & CO.BaffisCreet.MiclL JL 1 OWICINAL AWP <> WLY _ Threshing Machinery and Portable THE BTANDAUD of excellence throughout ths GrainRaising World. MATCHLESS tar Grain-Saving, Time-Saving, Perfect «rcSIJ^ARAB^ r b^ua (i tv cd Prr/ecPon 77- --—— .Grain, and univer.aU, known’as tbs only successful Thresher ' ' — , Q p laXf Timothy, Clover, and all other Seeds. .... ASTONISHINGLY DURABLE and wonderfuttr simple, using less than one half the usual gear* and belts. PORTABLE, TRACTION, and STRAW-BURNING STEAM-ENGINES, with special features of Power, Durability, Safety, Economy, and Beauty entirely unknown In other makes. Steam-Power Outfits and Steam-Power Separators a specialty. Four sties of Separators, from 6to 12 horse-power; also * styles Improved Mounted Horse-Powers. 80 Years of Prosperous and Continuous Business by this house, without change of name, location, or management, furnishes a strong guarante# for superior goods and CAUTION! our* Yibbato* Machinery tuber machines to the wall: hence various makers are now attemptlng to build and palm off Inferior and mongrel Imitations of t ‘KTx our famous goods. - / S BE NOT DECEIVED rAirw^HMllXci by such experimental and worthless machinery. If yon buy gß^Mft9EaEg£gggißsHjß33^iMfc!aiiiy at all, get the “ORIGINAL” and the “GENUINE” fwl fr °(U7 >, For full particulars call on our dealers, or write SSSSr. v_ to us for Illustrated Circulars, which we mail free. Address nagl - NICHOLS, SHEPARD A CO., Battle Creek, Mich. "perfected ' BUTTER COLOR «!vm Better the gtlLedffedeolor the yew ronfS. .The lewst Butter Barer* recommend its «*«

*CCa week In your own town. Term* and *8 Outfit *OO free. Address H. Hallktt A Co., Portland. Me. WEDDING STATIONERY Parties contemplating marriage, and desiring something very neat and maty In the way of Ayedding Note Paper and Envelopes, should ask the publisher of this paper to show them NEWSPAPER UNION samples of such goods. 1~4 nft ft reward Illind, Itching, or Ulcerated I‘ilcn that Dcliing’a Pile Remedy tali'.tocure. Gives immediate relief, cures cases of long standing in 1 week, and ordinary canes in 2 days. tJUU CAUTION wrapper has printed on tl in black a Pile of g miss an if Dr.J. P. Miller'i tignature, Philo. 81 a botte. Sole? by *ll druggists. Sent by mail by J. P. Mii.LLil.tfi>... Propr.,sTw. oor.Tenth and Arch Sts., PhUada..Pa. B ORO'Vr - EVERYWHERE KNOWN AND PRIZED A CHEAT SUCCESS! 40, 000 Soldi; GEN. GRANT By Hon. J. T. Headley. The only book giving a complete History of bis Lite and Tour Around ilie U arid. The only book by a great author. A million people want t ill* book and no other. Our agents are sweeping tbe RPCUTG UfAUTCn field I eoanso they nave tbe RbtniO WAMItU bwk worth buying. Beware of Imitators, who copy our adv. in order to •ell their catchpenny books. For pro<if of superiority, and f*ss terms, address Hubbard Bros., Chicago, 111. AGENTS WANTED lust rated and only complete and authentic history of the great tour of GMNI ABOUNDS WORLD. It describes Royal Palaces, Rare Curiosities, .Wealth and Wonders of the Indies, China, Japan, etc. A million people want it- This is the best chance of your life to make money. Beware of ** catchpenny” imitations. Scud for circulars and extra terms to Agents. Address NATIONAL PUBLISHING CO.* Chicago. 111. PR I NTING INKS! Of all colors aud qualities at lowest prices, with satisfaction guaranteed. We are (lie Hole Atp nts foe die Northwest of the Queen City Printing Ink Co. CHICAGO MSIV.tI’AI'EK UNION, 177, 17!> & 181 Fifth Avenue, ClilcHgo, 11l Job Printers! Should send for our Mouth’ - T> - « T let of Lards and Cardboard, Flat and Killed Papers, Envelopes, Coyer Papers, Wedding Stationery, Programmes and Tassels, Inks k Roller Composition. stock is large aud complete, aud enibraces maty novelties not carried by other dealers. CHICAGO NEWSPAPER UNION, 177, 17i> & 181 Fifth Aye., Chicago, 111. jSAPONIHEg? Is the Old Reliable Concentrated Lye FOR FAMILY SOAP-MAKING. Directions accompanying each can for making Hard. Soft and Toilet Soap tJTCtLA>Y. IT IS FULL WEIGHT AND STRENGTH. The market la flooded with (so-called) Concentrated Lye. which ia adulterated with salt and rosin, and won* male* soap. SAVE MONET, AND BUT TUB Sap^Kbiubß MADE BY THE Pennsylvania Salt ManuFg Co., PHILADELPHIA. fir SAWINO THE LOQ. WOULERim' LaborSavingOlANT niDINOSAWMACnIKB Is fully demonstrated by the number in use and th« present demand for them. It saws Lous or any sire. One man can saw more logs or cord wood in 0119 day and eualer than two men can tire old wav. II will saw a two foot log in three minutes. Every Parmer needs one. Township agents wanted. bend lor Illustrated Circular and Terms. Addreiw W. W. DOST WICK A CO., 17* Elm bt„ Cincinnati, O. The Best Field FOR EMIGRANTS. AN IMMENSE ARI A OF 11AILROAD AND tSOVEUNMENT LANDS, OF GREAT FERTILITY, WITHIN EASY REACH OF PERMANENT MARKET, AT EXTREMELY LOW PRICEH, in now offered for Hnle In EASTERN OREGON and EASTERN WASHINGTON TERRITORY. Tlieae lands form pnrt of the trrent GRAIN BELT of the Pacific Slope, and are within an nvernte distance of 2oU to 300 miles front Portland, where stciiniHliipt, and Mailing vessels are directly loaded FOR ALL PARTS OF THE WORLD. GRAIN AT PORTLAND COMMANDS A PRICE EQUAL TO THAT OBTAINED IN CHICAGO. The Northern Pacific K. R. and Oregon Railway and Navigation Co. are now building 6t>o miles of railway, traversing this region in all flirections. The settler In thus assured cany and cheap trunnportatlon to tidc.wntcr on the Columbia river, and a rapid lncrennc In the value of tlienc lauds, which are now open to parcliane and preemption. LANDS SHOW an AVERAGE YIELD of 40 BUSHELS OF WHEAT PER ACRE. No Failure of Crops ever known. RAILROAD LANDS offered at the uniform rate of 92.50 an acre. CLIMATE MILD AND HEALTHY. For pamphlet and maps, descriptive of country, its resources, climate, route of travel, rates and full Information, address T. It. TANNATT, Gen’l Eastern I’nss’r Agent, 252 Hroadwav. New York City. O. N. U. No. 8 WHEN WRITING TO ADVERTISERS, please say you saw the advertisement in this paper.