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THE MAIL

A PAPER FOR TIIF, PF.OPLF

SECOND EDITION.

THE THREE CALLERS.

BY CHARI-a SWAl.V.

Morn calleth fondly to a fair boy straying 'Mid golden meadows rich with clover dew She call*—bat he still thinks of naught save playing

And BO she smiles—and waves him an adieu Whilst he, still merry with his bowery store, Dreams not that Morn, sweet Mora! returns

no mora.

Noon cometh—bat the boy to manhood growing, Heeds not the time—be sees but one sweet lorrn, One young fair face, from bower of Jasmine glowing,

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lus loving heart with bliss Is warm Ho Noon, 11 not Iced, seeks tho western shore, And man forgets that Noon returns uu more Nlg.it tappcth gently at a casement gleam-

With tiirt thin firelight, flickering faint and low By which a gray-haired man Is sadly dream-

OVr pleasures gone—as all life's pleasures

Night cullHhim to her—and he leaves his door, Silent aud dark—ami ho returns no more.

THE BOY CAPTIVE

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LIFE IX THE GREAT FOREST.

IIV C. I,KOX MEREDITH,

Author of "Early Tune Incidents/—Qunghcu ne-ica," etc.

INTRODUCTION.

When some of the grandfathers and grandmothers of the present day were children, there were, lying between the great praiiies of the West and the Allegheny Mountains of tho Eist, hundreds of thousand* of square miles of dense forest bearing no tract* of civilization save here and there along pome of the river courses the pioneer's cabin, or tho trappers" and hunters' hut wild men and wild leasts, indeed, holding sway ovor aliuost the entire wholn. It is of life In this great torest that I have to tell, and in narrating the advewtures of the Boy Captive, who it no imaginary character, wo will follow him through many interesting encounters, and from the Incident* connected with his life among the r^tl men, the young readers will learn tnuoh concerning the habits and custom* of tne American aborigines.

In our pleasant homes, surrounded by tho comfort* that aro furnished only to an enlightened people, we can realize but little of the hardships endured by the men and women to whom wo owe those blessings. Life at the time our story opens, near the close of the last century, was beset with constant danger, and the jrfaneer who barricaded his cabin at night hid no reasonable certainty of seeing the coining up of tho morrow's suit. And yet this life bad a fascination t.iat was almost irresistible. The great woods filled with game of almost every coucelvablo kind gave constant opportunity for sport of the most exhilarating character, and even the danger that beset the woodman on every hand added not a little to the lurements of format life, lor it brought Into action a peculiar human characteristic, that of aaventure, which is one of the strongest and most enjoyable elements in the nature of msny.

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The red men, divided into many tribes bearing different names, had been driven back from the shores of the Atlantic, slowly but sutely, and they look1 ed upon the pale faces, as they termed them, as aggressors, and In the spirit or revenge skulked around the white man's homo until a favorable moment came and thon, with tomahawk, arrows or bullets, massacred whole families, or seised and bore away to their habitations the luckless victims who fell Into their power. By nature the dlsp sitlon of Che Indian was net as treaherous and cruel as he has been pictured, and as many whb have not lived among them are lod to believe, for their murderous acts have passed into history, while the thousands of really noble deeds have been forgotten. They believed themselves the rightful possessors of the hunting grounds they occupied, snd the new claimants kindled from lurking sparks into living, burning fin* all the subtle parts of thHr being, and yet borderers, such as Daniel Hoone *nl a score of other*, who were their most dreaded enemies were, while held as captive* used with rema.'krable kindness and great consideration. They even became so proud of Boone that the tribe who had the honor capturing the great hunter boasted of him as their quick-footed brother, and trusted him so far as to allow bun to go on hunting excursions.

Then while we see them terribly heartless at some periods, we find them showing forth qualities of the most noble nature at others. Of these divers! ties my young readers will get a more vivid Idea by following the Boy Captive through his many ad Ventura*. |^r "CHAPTER I.

Tim mrrn's nxrt. il

The sun hsd settled below the great

ocean of verdure stretching away to the doll twilight was westward, and the

Into darkness, when a ve or fourteen years old

fast deepening Into lad some tweh years arose from his work of stretching skins upon spring of tl the cabin that

Is work of stretching bowm, and going to the that stood on the mars

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ing steps could be faintly heart! upon tho pebbly bank of tho creek not far away.

Hi, oh, Phil, were you getting lonesome, my boy

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a stream in the mldat of the wilds, placed his hand over his eyes, and gazing out Into the uncertain light murmured: "I wonder why he does not eome Leaning against the rode door post tbe boy stood silent for a little time, then starting as 11 awakened out to meet some

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ed a kind voice as the youth caught the hand of a hand some featured hunter and walked back with him to the cabin.

Yes, a little lonesome,"answered the boy. "You are late to-night." 1 am, indeed. I have had a long chase after a big bruin, and you know, Phil, I never givo up until 1 win, and this great skin la the evidence of my victory."

The boy took the large skin from the shoulder of tho hunter aud spread it out upon the leavi-s in front of tho little moss oovered habitation and admired its immense size. ''Shot him three times, Un cle Lew If, and close to the heart every time I should say, for there are that many hole* made by the big balls of your gun." "Three times, Phil," answered the party addressed. 1

The heart was what I aimed at, and you know the shota could not be far apart when one spot was selected each time." "The ball holes form a perfect triangle." said the boy without apparently noticing what the hunter had said A perfect triangle, and on both sides, indicating that the bullets went clear through the animal. Mercy, what a' marksman, and what a gun, and, and, what a bear."

I promise," said tho boy sadly, lay ing hts hand upon that of his protestor. "I know Its all rijjht, but it seems as though I would like to know of my

father and mother if they are living."

Yon follow the premise with another Phil, but I've no more to say.

query You must to bed now, for at the first glimmer of light you must be away to empty the traps up tho river."

The youth followed Uncle Lewis into the cabin, and the door was closed for the night. ..

VOL. 7.—NO. 15. .* TERRE HAUTE, IND., SATURDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 7,1876.

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Bring it in, Phil, and let us see about having some supper the loug tramp has given me an appetite as sharp as a dressing kuifo. Come boy, come." v.,,

The lact arose from bis knees and folding the great skin into a bundle carried it into the hut.

After the evening meal wa9 over the two appeared at the doorway again, and seating themselves upon rude stools, the elder with his pipe,and the boy with knife and a few arrow rods, and talked long of a matter of peculiar interest to tho latter.

The hunter was not above forty years of age bis language and general deportment denoted that he had seen at sometime cultivated life, and had not only been well educated but was endowed with a dignity that the forest life could not take away. The boy at his side had the same bearing for lie had been under the care of this man ever since bis earliest remembrance, aud had been taught to call him Uuole Lerfta, and that was all the name he knew that he bore, and for himself only Philip.

Unele Lewis," said the youth sadly after a long silence, "you have never told me a word of my parentage, and why do you keep it from met"

Tut, niy boy, I have told you often that the time has not yet come for that, but I will say this much, Phil, I am not your uncle by blood, ouly by superintending care. You have kindred living both in this country and Europe, but neither here nor there must thov know that 3'ou and I live. Uncle Lewis is the only name yoa have known me by or need to for a time, but some time you shall know all, so question me no more. If wo should be separated, when you meet with others do not go to Virginia or tell any of tho circumstances of your life, or give any description of me, for it may make you trouble Promise me this. Phil, and trust me as you would a father had you one."

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CHAPTER II. AS UNLUCKY DAT.

Before it was fairly light Philip was up, and and after eating a hearty breakfast of venison and corn cake he put into his hunting bag a supply for dinner, and taking his own rifle ana a sharp knife, set out for visiting the traps which were located at intervals for miles up the stream that flowed down past the hunter's cabin. This work was Phil's ememployment, and it consumed at least ten hours of time each

trip,

for a dozen

or more animals were usually taken, and it was the task of the youth to remove tho skins of thoee having nice fur, take them home, and prepare them for curing or drying.

Tho habitation of Uncle Lewis had not been long in the locality where we now And it nor, Indeed, bad It been long in any place, as frequent changes bad been made for years either to evade white men or Indiana, Of thA latter the trapper had leas dread. The Indiana who came in contact with him found too little plunder to tempt them to murder him, and also found him too friendly and hospitable to steal the products of his labor. When they became too intimate to suit the hunter, or white men came upon his habitation, he at once changed his base of operations, either plunging deeper Into the great forest, or selecting a mc porary home.

a more secluded spot for a tern-

When a large collection of furs had been made, Uncle Lewis won id disguise himself, go to some trading post upon the banks of the Ohio river, sell his stock, and bring back such things as would add to the comfort of himself and Phil In their secluded life. The boy had been taught to read and reflect, and added to this, bis natural intelligence, made him tally appreciate his condition in life, and carious to know more of himself and something of his kindred.

If Unele Lewis ia not my ancle," he reflected, "then there Is not a known relative living. I don*t see why I am thus kept away from my kindred, but I suppose it is all for tbe best. I will not

little time, then start- annoy Uncle Lewis any more about it, sd from sleep he shot that's certain, for he is as» good to me as party whose approach-1 a father could be," ana whistling ft

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The first that he came to had not been sprung, but in the secoud was a young catamount not half grown, and a very pretty specimen. Phil looked at it for a moment with a mingled feeling of pity and admiration, and then murmuring to himself "good for nothing" he proceeded to lift the heavy bar of tho dead fall when his attention was attracted by a sort of growling hiss. The boy gazed quickly around, but seeing nothing from which the peculiar noise could proceed, as tho kitten before him was entirely dead, he touched the bar again when tbe same

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To retreat rapidly would give the appearance of timidity, aud make the wild cat more bold and active this the youth fully understood, for he was an apt scholar in the arts of woodcraft, so he was acting wisely and could he only reach his guu he would feel comparatively safe.

Phil had drawn his knife, bet with this be did not count himself adequate to the task of over coming the "package of pent-up lightning," as he called it, should an onset be made.

Step by step tho boy ino\ed backward, never removing his eyes irom those bent upon him, and at last his hand touched the barrel of the weapon besought, but only to dislodge it from its rest, and the gun came rattling down at his feet. Phil started at this mishap, and scarcely bad be time to recover before the wildcat, like a fl-tsb, sprang out into the open air toward him. Nerving himself to receive the foe, be raised tbe glistening blade with a firm hand, and the knife was well directed the animal's neck came in contact with tbe sharp point and the steel passed entirely through.

The heavy blow brought our hero to the earth but, unharmed, save a few scratches, he sprang to his feet again, with his rifle in band, and then had It all bis own way. Placing tbe muzzle of the gun close to tbe head of the writhing animal, he discharged the piece ana ended tbe contest a complete victor.

The youth very naturally felt proud of bis achievement, and heartily wished that Uncle Lewis had been there to wit ness it. He had been placed In many dangerous positions before, but never whsre bis doubts had been more fully awakened as to the result. The catamount or panther, lurking foes, he dreaded more than the bear, for the latter would come boldly up and make a square, and what Phil termed a "fair contest."

Putting tbe trap in order and reloading his rifle the lad started on his trip of investigation again sa If nothing had happened, and ready for tnrther adventure. Tbe further adventure came before the day was ended, but not In a manner looked for or a form desired.

By noon time the farthest trap was reached, and with a nice package of furs that had been collected, Phil crossed the stream to make hla way back upon tbe other bank where an equal number of deadfalls had been set. Tbe first, second aud third that be came to, upon ibis aide, bad been sprang, but tbe animals caught, whatever tbey were, had been removed the irape were empty. The boy shook his bead suspiciously. Borne one was stealing the game. It was evident, and who the Interloper was must be toand out. Re-settling the dead falls he moved rapidly away so as to ranch home at aa early an hour as possible and Inform Uncle Lewis what had oocorred.

The fourth trap bad not been reached when hla attention wsa attracted by some object moving in a clump of closely grown underbrush a little way off. Pausing, Phil gazed steadily In tbe direction for a moment, but no farther sound was heard or motion seen, yet be felt that some living, breathing creature was lurking there, so be determined to make what be called a "test shot," and dropping on his kneea he quickly lifted his rifle and fired. A yell follow d. so wild and fierce that the boy for an In

stantwas almost paralvsid, and before be oould regain his feet a doaen savages rushed oat of tbe thicket upon him.

A dozen tavagta ruihed out of the Ih eket upon him."

nurry tuno the youth quickened his puue and soon fouud himself with the rat 8.

though fiercer,

accompaned by tho rustling of leaves, startled him again. Looking upward Phil saw, not but a few feet away, a largo catamount upon the lower limb of a tree aud two great eyes gleaming liko balls of tire i.hrough the foliage ti|on him. The animal was gathered up as if in the very act of springing.

Tbe youih had been brought up in the midst of dangers and taught to know no fear, but in spite of this he held his breath for a moment in suspense, for he knew that a. struggle with a wildcat, when the animal was driven to dosperation for the protection of ber young, was not to be desired but after the first shudder bad passed through his frame tbe boy nerved himself for action.

It would not do to attempt to touch the trap again, and he dared not turn his back upon the enemy over head. His gun was leaning against a tree several yards distant, so looking at the catamount steadily in the eyes Phil slowly moved backward, hoping to reach his rifle before tue spring should be made.

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CHAPTER III. •N HOUR OF PERIL.

Had Philip mot the party of Indians under ordinary circumstances, he would have been in no way troubled about it, fr ho htid lived nearly the whole of his life wh re contact was continuous, and had learned mucn of their habits and language but the savages rushing out fro'ii the very spot where he had sent the leaden missile, yelling like wild beasts frenzied into a fury of desperation, startled the boy and so dumfounded him for a moment, that he sat motionless aud gazed in a half stupefied way at the savages as they gathered around him, took away his gun and nourished tomahawks over his bead.

Phil was not a coward, for he had no idea of retreating, and was not overcome from a sense of danger to himself, but from the peculiar circumstances of the case. The first idea that struck bim was that he had killfd one of the savanes, and that they in r«venge would kill or take him away and leave Uncle Lewis alone in the world. These thoughts flashed through his mind, but, for only a moment was he under the spell of bewilderment. Suddenly rising to his feet and facing the Indians, who had now formed a complete circle around him, he demanded in their own language an explanation of their conduct to him, a .defenseless boy.

One who appeared to be the spokesman ofthe party, replied that the blood of a Shawanoebad been spilled by the ball from little Paleiace's gun, and that the blood of the boy must be taken to pay tbe debt. i-*hil doubted the statement, for he felt certain that the Indians rushing out instantly as they did after tho discharge of bis rifle, gave no time for determining results, and was about to make reply to that effect, when he noticed a tall, well buflt Shawanoe advancing t'rom the point from whence the others had proceeded. He was holding up one of his arms as ifin distress, but no distortion of features was there to indicate pain. As he came nearer Phil saw a sinall stream of blood coursing its way down thearin from near the shoulder to tbe finger tips, and he knew them that the hall he had sent at random pierced tho flesh of the-savage.

The circle was parted and the wounded Indian took his place therein and gazed silently upon the youth, who stood with folded arms awaiting action. Meantime a chattering was going on among the other members of tbe party, and Phil caught enough to learn that he was to be killed, then and there, by Murfwa, the famous hunter, whom he had wounded.

So soon as that name had fallen upon his ear Phil felt a relief, forof Mugwa he had heard his uncle speak as being a noble hearted brave and a very influentlal member of his tribf*, although not a chief. The name Indicated a bear, and being proud of the title the hunter had made himself famous as a bear slayer.

Before Phil could determine upon any defln te course of action, a tomahawk was placed in tbe band of Mugwa, and be lifted the weapon with a dextrous movement and netting bis piercingeyn upon tbe lad before him aimed a blow at his bead. Phil, who was watch* ing the movement, dropped instantly to the ctrth and sprang to bis feet again uninjured, save a cut upon tbe hand, which metthe weapon as it was falling.

A laugh went the round of the circle which seemed to doubly enrage the savatte, who caught the lad by the hair and again lifted the tomahawk with an assurance of having the victim where a second evasion would be impossible. The poor boy saw there was no further chance to fnvade the blow that w« about to fall upon him. and be cried out to Mugwa to bold until he oould speak a word.

The party becomlpg more and more amused, and desiring to have all the sport they oould with tbe captive, repeated bis words with sivago grin* and caught and stayea tbe arm of the stalwart Sbawanoe who was about to strike.

Pbil, being released, looked the angry savage full In the face, and spoke in tbe redman's tongue: "Mugwa, I bad thought yon too noble a brave to rqur-

der a boy who had not purposely 11 his Anger against you. when I sent the ball Into yonder thicket I thought a wild beast was lurking there, and had I known that tbe great "Bear Slayer," waa among Its boughs I should have

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ven him my hand and felt safe. I roamed tbe forests many seasons and never yet have raised my rifle against the redman. Tbe cabin of my ancle has been opened freely to the Sbawaooes, and so many tlmm that I have learned to apeak their words. He has opened his door to Mugwa when hla cabin was on the bank of the great Mugwa and I have brought venlaou for Mugwa to eat, and have given bim my bed upon which to sleep after he had come along Way and was weary. Now If the great hunter will kill the boy who has dons all this, I am ready to die.**

Before oar little hero had finished

speaking a change ««nw over tne facea cf tho listeners and when he had finished and bowed his bead for the blow, \fngwa stooped and lavintr the tomahawk at the boy* feet, covered it with leaves and gave Phil his hand then lifting up bis stately form replied

The paleface youth has spoken well, and shall not die. He drew the blood of Mugwa and Mugwa has drawn blood in return the debt is paid and I am satisfied."

Then turning to his people told them that the boy had spoken truthfully, and tbey must honor bim by taking him to their wigwam* and hunting grounds, and make uirri great like themselves.

Phil understood this, and second only to death was the edict in its terror not but that be could endure a life of captivity, bnt to be separated from Uncle Lewis waa almost like death to th- lad, for be was bound to him by ties as strong as the strongest filial affections, and then* too, there was a great secret concerning his parentage which was the charm of his developing life,

for he l'aj the promise that some day he sbou'd know all but the boy was too wise to appear displeased, ana suffered himself to be led away unresistingly.

They did not go far before stopping to dress the wounds upon the two unfortunates. One ef tbe Indians after a short absence returned with some leaves ofthe wild lettuce, and after holding them hard pressed between his palms for a little time they were bound upon the hand of the youth and the arm of Mugwa. When they made the second start Phil noticed that one of the party was carrying a bundle of fresh furs, and knowing them to be from animals that only come out in the night time, was satisfied as to who bad been robbing his traps, but concluded it would avail him nothing to tell them his thoughts.

After a tramp of many miles a halt was made for the night. The sun had gone down and the stars were out before a good place for lodging was reached. A little fire was built to cook the venison for the evening meal, then all partook of meut and corn cake and laid aown to rest.

Phil was heartsick and restless. His mind had gone back to tho hut he called home, aiid tbe kind hearted man there who would watch and wait In vain for his coming the thought so distressed the poor bov that he groaned aloud. At this one of the Indians turned to him and twisting his ear bade him keep still, but it checked not bis thoughts ofthe lonely cabin miles away. Great tears rolled out upon the fair cheeks, and he sobbod as quietly as he could, until, at last, he fell asleep. Tho thrilling and deeply interesting story of the adventures of this captive boy will be continued in this paper next woek and for a few weeks following. A subscription of fifty cents will pay for three months, or you can get The Mail of tho newsboys and news agents of this city and surrounding towns. A list of the latter ,V£ill be found at the top of the fifth page,

^PERSONAL,

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C. J. Bracken bush has gone to see it. Col. R. W. Thompson speaks at Delphi to-day.

Mr. Daniel Qartrell started Monday to have a look. Mr. G. F. Ellis ia sojourning fprajew days in New York. ,£» 1

Columbus Joab has been quite sick, but is recovering. Owen Tuller left on Tuesday for Washington, D. C.i

Charles Wittenberg has returned to Indianapolis to live. John Brake says it's a big show-— meaning the Centennial.

Hon. W. W. Curry spoke.in..this city on Wednesday evening. J. P. Tult has been east for a new stock of boots and shoes..

Mrs. Clay McKeen is back from a somewhat extended eastern trip. Mrs. Elinor Delano returned this week from a month's visit to Columbus, Ohio.

Robert and, Lewis Cox and John Ilagar left Suuday nlght/or .Switzerland. ij, .•

Mrs. Scbaffer, Mrs. Eppingbousen and Miss Lottie Kalzenbach left this week to visit tbe Centennial.

Mr. Finley P. Nichols, late of Robinsou, Illinois, baa become the proprietor of ths iionderson House

Mrs. Amanda Wilson, of Ashland, Nebraska, Is in tbe city vialtlng her parents, Mr. an Mrs. O. F. Ellis.

Mr. Joseph Jenckes Is improving south Fourth street by the erection of a brick business bouse near Walnut.

Mr. Charles Gordon, of tbe Terre Haute House left W dnesday for a ten days visit among friends in Iowa.

About twenty pupils, among whom are two young ladies, are studying short-band under Prof. Leech's direction.

Dr. W. R. Elder doean*t, sa a general thing, approve of circuses, but he left this week to take a look at the Centennial.

Thomas Jefferson Forrest seems to have dropped oat of tbe light. He hasn't been heard of since tbe nominations. *4

Oao hunclrecl pralria ctTtolcen* In four days is whit is making Frank Fischer put on so many airs since he returned from that last banting trip.

Price Five Cents.

Miss Hattle Wright, of Burlington' Iowa, has been in tho city, the guest of Mis* Rose O'Boyle, on north Eighth street.

Witz Crawford, of the National State Bank, started to the Centennial Tuesday. He will make tin tour of the principal Eastern cities.

Judge J. W. Jones came upTrom Louisville yesterday. He still claims this as bis home and will vote accordingly.

Rev. Parker Miliigan, who for several weeks past has Deen travoling in Kansas and Colorado, returned to the city Wed nesday.

THE Centennial round trip tickets sold from this time ou will only be good till November 30, and not for sixty days as heretofore.

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James P. Crawford, of the Wabash Iron Company, left Monday to join his parents at Nowcastlo, Pennsylvania, in* a visit to the Centonnial.

Mrs. Beech, daughter of Capt. 8. II Potter, who has been visiting here fo some weeks, lea this week for his home in the State of New York.

Mr. Charles Eppinghou»en has carried off another prize. His architectural plans for anew court house and jail, in Jasper county, Illinois, have been adopted. ,.

Mrs. Dr. Young accompanied by her daughter, Mi»s Nellie, aud a daughter of Mr. W. H. Buckingham, leftonTues day to spend a few days at the Centennial. ',

Miss Julia Hanchett continues to be tho prime favorito among Cincinnati theater goers. She is engaged for tho present aud coining season at tbe Grand Opera I-Ionse.

Mrs* Mautz, who keeps the millinery store on Fourth street, took ber daughter, Miss Mary, to Hillsboro, Ohio, this week, to enter her at the young ladies academy at that place.

Will H. Peddle, eldest son of Charles Rs Peddle, of the Vandalia, is making a visit tu his parents and friends in tho city. He has been for some years making his homo in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

J. P. Tutt didn't go to the Centennial as ho said lie would. The unexpected rush of trade for a week past hardly allows him time to go to his meals, much less to Philadelphia. He will stay with It.

The editor of the Gazette has tbe rheumatics, bad. They hurt him just twice as much too as they do other people. The reason Ball suffers such extraordinary pain in beeause he is double you see—W. C. Ball. r' S*

Miss Mollie Clem earfiif* into tho city on Saturday to see tbe Democratic parade, and had her pocket pickcd of her portinouaie containing thirty-five dollars in cash. A policeman succeeded in recovering it for her.

Harry Buntin is now proprietor of tbe news, confectionery, soda and cigar stand in tho postofflce lobby, ho having this week purchased Mr. S.

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interest therein Mr. B. will for the present remain as a clerk. O. Jabez Smith is still charming the birds off the bushes with his persuasive greenback eloquence. Lecture bureaus may send in their propositions after next Tuesday. After the State election he will possibly have leisure time enough to consider them.

R. S. Tennant came home this week from his Centennial excursion trip, and has been settling up the expenses incurred. We are glad to learn that the balance sheet will show a little in his favor, which is quite satisfactory considering tbe reverses he encountered.

Robert G. Watson returned to this city Tuesday after an absence of eighteen montba in California. He came by the way of Panama, New York and the Centennial and reports a pleasant trip. We learn that it is Mr. Watson's design hereafter to make Vincennes his place of residence.

THIS morning about three o'clock, police officers Downey and Bishop notioed flames issuing from tbe notion store of L. 8. Calder, at 214 west Main street, near tbe 8t. Clair hotel. Tbey immediately ran to box 16, at reel house No. 4, on Third street, and gave tbe alarm, which was responded to by tbe department with their usual promptness, and: the flames were soon under control and extinguished. Tbe loss will amount to about |200. No insurance.

THE CHURCHKS TO-MORROW.

First Presbyterian Church Public worship at 11 a. m. and 7) p. m. Communion to-morrow morning. Alex, ftterrett, pastor.

Christian Cbapel, O. P. PeaJe, pastor.— Services at 11 a. m. and7:35 p. m. Morning subject, "Whom the Lord Loveth lie Chssteneth."

Centenary M. E. Chureh, Rev. W. Darwood, pastor—Services at 10:30 a. m. and 7:15 p. m. Morning subject, "Cultivation of the Social Element.'

Baptist Cburcfc—Morning sermon on "The Chief Parpens in History." Evening, lecture Proverbs. 2d chapter. Services at 11 a. m. and 7j p. m. o. K. He-derwn. rr