Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 8, Number 25, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 15 December 1877 — Page 5
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A PAPI-.R FOR THE PEOPLE.
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THE SATURDAY EVENING MAIL i* a good medium of communication between Terre Haute bafelnets p^^nd, h^peo|^e who bay their goodsBecame, It has ttie largest circulation of any paper pablMbed In thl*clljr. Bat not on this account alene, but— Because, It goes Into the family circle on
Saturday evening, and during Saturday night and Sunday Is read thoroughly, advertisements and ail, by every member of the family who can read»
after
which It
is loaned to the neighbor*. Because,, After having been read by the borrowers and buj ers In the city, it is enveloped, stamped and sent to some friend
OJ relative in some other town or city.
Because, it Is a paper which reaches all classes, high and low, rich and poor.
Because, Of its very large circulation among formers,
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Bt cause, It is ati especial faVorftQ with the ladies, IT ho do a large part of the baying of household goods,is addition to thejew elry and dress goods they wear, and are critical readers of advertisement*.
Because, Two editions are published, Thursday atd Sataiday evenings, due all ad vertlsements go in both editions for price of one issue.
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liecauHC, lis rates are cheaper, all things considered, than those of any other paper In the city.
City and Vicinity.
SEE The Mail next week.
Couaff syrups are in demand.
KAILKOAD travel is light just now.
CM ME seems to be on the increase.
CHRISTMAS trees are nearly dead ripe,
CHRISTMAS only one week from Tues day. TWELVE pages of The Mail next week. brilliant
CONSTELLATIONS theso nights.
are very
THE Express dress of type.
is putting on a new
FIFTHSN Christmas Saturday's Mall.
pictures in next
CAHU as well as credit should be given to whom it is due.
REMARKAIILK weather, this, for the middle of Deoember.
THE Terre Haute House has been full nearly all the week.
THE ball of the Fire Department oocura nnxt Monday evening.
THE MAIL next week will be an elegantly illustrated Christmas number.
SurrKR at Kettledrum entertainment, 25 cents. Admission to Hall, 25 cents.
THE Early slaughtering and packing house will commence operations next week.
THE inerohants of this city never before exhibited such attractive holiday goods. _____
THE livery men are putting in order sleigh* and preparing to charge week's wages tor a two hours ride.
TUEUK ought to bo more weddings at this Inviting season of the yoar than the records show. Hadn't there, girls?
THE prettiest papor over issued in this city will be the Christmas number of The Saturday Evening Mall next Saturday.
AMONO the very acceptable presents from a young man to his girl this season, nro diamond rings and sealskin sacques.
THE front of Ehrlloh's dry goods house has betsn greatly Improved with paint, iwui Is now one of the handsomest fronts iu the city,
TUK Mayor wants framed photographs of all old ciUxons, to hacg up in bis office. It Is a goo*l suggestion and should be acted upon without delay. See his card olsewhere in this issue.
A CALL signed by a large number of leading cltlcens and business men has boon made for a mooting at the Comt House, on Monday evening, to give expression to views on tho silver question. There shoutd be a large meeting,
THE tirst annual exhibition of the Terre Haute Poultry and Pet stock Association, at the Market Hall, on south Fourth street, promtaos to ba an interesting exhibition. It bfglns on Friday of next week, and close* on Christmas day. The list of premiums is very liberal, and such as will causa a lively competition. Betides, .he members of tho Association are taking an active in terest ta make tho aftair a success.
THE claimants of the reward for the capture of the murderer of Dr. Armstrong had their case up in the Circuit Court this week, and took a change of venue to Clay county. Afterwards a compromise was effected, and tbe rewards aro to be equally divided between Dennehie and Raldridge, of Rosedale, who arretted Plney, and Stack and Wade, of this city, who captured Flowera. Tbe rewards are to be paid by Dr. Armstrong, $500 tbe county, $350, and the city,
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MARRIAGE LICENSES. The following marriage license* have been Issued since oar last report:
Robert T. OoUJn* and t.»ry Ann* ph
a taw A. Xlurmr Alexander W. FcrgUToij.
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NIGHT and day the northern rolling mill goes on with its ceaseless grind. Looks like business np there, especially at night, when most other business is at rent.
THE Marshall Messenger came to as tnis week in an elegant new dress of type, and chuck lull of local news— which should be the leading feature of a country paper,
Peer. PALMER closes his series of lectures at Armory Hall this evening with a lecture to men only. His lectures in this city have been well attended and have been full of interest and instruction.
THE coucert and supper at Asbury Chapel Tuesday evening was a very enjoyable occasion, but like most affaire of tbat nature this season, the receipts fell short of expectations. About three hundred people attended, when fully five hundred were expected. The Opera House and Dowling Hall were in UJast that evening
STILL another old resident was laid in the cemetery this week. Mrs. Susan Brasher died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. R, B. Pooler, at Peoria, Ills., last Sunday morning. The body was brought to this city and buried on Taesday. Mrs. Brasher was born near Cincinnati, in 1808, and came to this city when ten years old. Her husband, Henry Brasher, an energetic house builder in his day, died some twentylive years ago. She was the mother of twelve children, five of whom are still living.
THE musical entertainment at Centenary next Tuesday evening promises to be one of unusual delight. Tbe story of Red Riding Hood will be illustrated in song. Miss Lizzie Ensey, who, as a delightful singer, is so well known, takes tbe part of Red Riding Hood. Miss May McEwen, one of Terre Haute's favorite singers, as Queen of the Faries. will delight the audience by her grace and music. The very large chorus of children who have been in training for a month past, under tbe direction of Mrs. Haberly, will be one of tbe delightful features of tbe entertainment. The Wolf will be properly represented. Go and have a delightful evening. Tbe admission is only twenty-five cents, and e'lildren 15 cents.
CHURCH NOTRK
Baptist Church—C. R. Henderson, pastor. Morni ng, "Uses of Temptation." Evening, "Ethical Basis of Politeness."
Christian Chapel—G. P. Peale, pasior. Services at 11 a. tn. and 7:15 p. m. Morning subject: "Restoration." Evening subject: "Dancing."
St. Stephen's.—Morning Prayer 10J4 a. m. Litany Sermon aud Holy Communion, 11 n. m. Evening Prayer and Sermon, 7H p. m. On Wednesdays, Fridays, and Holy Days, services at 10 a. m.
Centenary church—Service at 10:30 a. m. and 7 p.m. Morning subject: "Life." Kvenihg subject: "Tbe Real Man Weighed."
"KETTLEDRUM" OF THE LADIES AID SOCIETY. On Friday evening next, the Ladies' of the Aid Society will give an entertainment at Armory Hall at which they hope for the usual liberal attendance of oar citizens. It is the purpose of the Ladies to make it in every way entertaining. Iu addition to the usual supper, ice cream aud oyster tables, a great deal of fancy work, a Christmas tree, and very handsomely dressed dolls. The flower tables, "Sbakspeare" and "Dickens," presided over by young ladies will be attractive. The stage performance given, including "Mother Goose mslodles, by the little folks, and Aunt Polly Bassetl's tea party, of which we annex a programme.
KKTTLt'DRVM CONCERT. ^,
Overture—Company. The instruments were imported at great expense from that "House of Italy Music," Italy, expressly for Mrs. Polly Bsa-*ett's troupe.
X. B. Front seats reserved for the deaf and dumb. Duette Patbetique—The twins, Susie and Johnnie Bsssett.
Solo—Miss Miranda Minerva Bsssett, who was never known to fail, and in her singing "Gives a promise of Letbe at last."
Solo—Carl Wilhelm Bassett. Solo—Miss Ah MeTokingBssset. Although Melican Glrlee slngee heap Chinee.
Solo—Cardinal Red and Navy Blue, Miss Arabella Angelic Alieoasia Biv
Nolo—Imitation song of "Toat Husband of Mine" Madame Pauline Bassett. Tbe above is only apart of tbe delight Ail mpsic to be heard at the Polly Bassett Concert at Armory Hall, on Friday evening, December 21st, 1877.
A GOOD SUGGESTION.
To tlw "Editor of The Mall. Will you be kind enough to say in your paper that as tbe Mayor's office is sow In good condition, and a permanent fixture of tbe city, we desire and request that all of eur citizens having photographs of our early settlers or others, wrmld furnish ooe to be hung up In office, there to remain for all
time to cons.
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H. FAIRBANKS, M*SW.
—Night schcol at Commercial College.
—Ladies' Arctics only $1.00 at the Manufacturers' Sale, 326 Main st.bet. 3rd and 4th. —Book-keeping, penmanship and arithmetic, either day or evening, at the Terre Haute Commercial College.
LAST Hours ot Mary, Queen of Scots, at tbe Marble Palace." These words Mens' strong boots, fl.75 at the appeared in twenty different places in Manufacturers' Sale,326 Main st, bet. 3rd last week's Mall. A circular folded inj a°d 4th. this issue explain* tbe mystery. It re fers to a beautiful painting, valued at $150, which is now on exhibition at the Marble Palace, and to be given away on the following plan For every $5 worth of goods you buy, paying cash therefor, you will receive a ticket entitling you to a chance in tbe drawing for tbe painting, to take place on the 25tb of January next*' 'fig
Ladies' Grain Polish only $1.35 at tbe Manufacturers' Sale, 326 Main st. bet. 8rd and 4th.
—Christmas is coming, and when you go out looking for presents, just take a peep at the beautiful Handkerchief and other Fancy Boxes at Riddle A Hunsaker's.
ECONOMY AND COMFORT. Save fuel and exclude cold air by the use of A. G. Austin A Co's weatherstrips —only 5 cents per 'foot. Any woman can pnt it on.
—Go everybody, to the facturero' Sale, 326 Main 3rd and 4th.
Toy Furniture. CENT STORE. HUNLEY'S For Fancy Goods. School House Heaters.
MOORE A HAGERTY have received anew line of these goods. Tbey are made by John Gressins, of Cincinnati, and probably combine more advantages than any other heater in use. See them.
HUNLEY'S For Underwear.
Hobby Horses, 50c. CENT STORE. Special prices on everything during this month, at A. HERZ'.
Christmas is Coming! Photos! Photos! Photographs, plain or finished, In Ink, Oil, Water Colors or Crayon, from life or enlarged from any kind of old picture. Also Colored Por oeiains and a fine line of Frames at very low prices. For Holiday presents now is not too soon to leave your order at Wright's Gallery, IIA% Main street, south ride, near corner Filth.
Hunley's for Gloves.
TOYS!
Best place in town ,to buy toys for Christmss presents. A large stock of wagons, sleds, bobby horses, velccipedes, willow baskets and all kinds of baskets. Remember tbe plac*, No. 103 Fourth St., north of Cherry. Sign of Big Basket.
Come and see my stock, for I sell goods cheaper than any other dealer in tbe city. A. W. GRUKNHOJJS.
Hunley's for Hosiery. Our Holiday Stock will be far ahead of any we ever had in store.
fERRE RATJTE SATURDAY EVENING MAIL
the Terre Haute
—A practical business education at the Terre Haute Commercial College.
—Mens' Arctics only" |1.25 at the Manufacturer?' Sale, 326 Main st. bet. 3rd sgd 4th. —Ladies' rubbers only 45 cent* at the Manufacturers' Sale, S28 Main street, between 3rd and 4th.
—Riddle A Hunsaker neve^ before showed snch a fine stock of Jewelry.
—Boys' strong boots only $1-25 at the Manufacturers' Sale, 826 Main st. bet. 3rd and 4th., —The fine stock of Cloaks and the low prices, at Riddle A Hunsaker's, attract the attention of the ladies.
great ManuSt., between
—LACE MAKERS send stamp and receive sample sheet of Lace Braids and Patterns of tbe EUREKA LACE CO, Chicago, 320 West Harrison street.
—Prof. Palmers will lecture to-night— to men only.
—Prof. Palmers' Lecture to men tonight will be illustrated by twentythree new plates. Every man should attend.
—DR^ A. P. DAVIM, Occnlist and Aurist —Homoeopathist—No. 214 North Sixth street, Terre Haute, Ind, would specially call attention to the public that he has permanently located in this place, and makes a Specialty of Diseases of the Eye and Ear, Headache, Catarrh, Rheumatism., Neuralgia and Cancer. Call and see him, or address Box 714, Terre Haute, Ind. Residence 612 South Sixth street.
A. HERZ.
THE BLACK BEAK-S. Loeb A Co's is tbe place for Hata,Caps,aud Genu* Furnlahing Goods.
Hunley's for Nubias, Sc&rfe and Jackets. Our prizes this year are direct to every one. Visit the Cent Store.
Hunley's for Buck and Chinchilla Glove?.
FINE JEWELRY
On Consignment. HERZ has received and will exhibit during Holiday season a large Consignment of Fine Jewelry such as Ladies' Necklaces and Guards, Solid Gold Rings, Sleeve Buttons, Charms, Breastpins and Earrings, &c. Anything not sold by New Year's can be returned, therefore prices can be made very, very low. Call and examine. A. HERZ.
WILLIT PAY
To have onr pictures framed by J. F. Probst, 523Main street? One trial will answer tbe question.
Honey!
Fine clover Honey, liquid 15c, or 7tt» for a dollar. In the comb 20 cents. Verbal or postal card orders will be promptly filled. Tbe liquid honey is extracted from the comb by centrifugal force and is quite different from tbe strained honey of former times. Also, Italian bees for sale. 8-2m T. HULMAN, SR.
Gents' Handkerchiefs and Neck wear for Holidays. CENT STORE,
—Mens' Alexis only fl.25 at the Manufacturers'Sale, 326 Main st. bet. 3rd and 4th. .\
The Steinau celebrated $1.00 Casket for sale only by A. HERZ.
—Ladies, see tbe Shoes we have on our 75c table at tbe Manufacturers' Sale, 326 Main st. bet. 3rd and 4th.
Oyster Stew 20 Cents,
At Lawrence A White's Popular Lunch Room, southeast corner of Fourth and Cherry streets.' Also, oysters by the can at the lowest rates.
SAVE MONEY.
Buy your crackers, bread, cake, rolls candy from Frank Helnig who manufactures tbem every day fresh, at his Union Steam Bakery on Lafayette and Fourth streets.
IT PATS
To have our pictures framed by J. F. Probst, 523Main street, is what those say that have done so.
Fine Meats!
Charley Dorsch, at tbe popular Star Meat Market, is daily serving bis patrons with some of tbe finest meats we have ever seen in this market. His shop presents a magnifioent appearance, and tbe display attracts much attention. Mr. Dorsch takes a pride in his business and takes especial pains to please his patrons and give tbem the best tbat can be bad in tbis market. If you haven't been dealing with him, just give him a trial, and our word for it you will be so well pleased that you will oontinue to do so.
II ATM, CAPS, GLOVES, FURS. TRUNKS and VALISES. Lower than any other house In the elly, at A. B. SrOKER'S, 511 Main Street, between Fifth and Sixth.
ROOFING.
For Tin and Slate Roofing, Moore & Hsggerty ask a call. They give special attention to work in the surrouuding towns, and while their prices are the lowest they will not be excelled iu work.
IT DON'T PAY
To spend a small fortune for picture frames when J. F. Probst, 524% Main street, sella tbem so remarkably cheap.
LA WRENCE& WHITE
Are doing a rushing business on the south east corner of Fourth and Cherry. Their bread and other Bakery goods give satisfaction and their lunch counter is Immensely popular.
A NOVEL FEATURE
AT THE—-
Prairie City Emporium
A Gift to Every Customer
Until after the Holidays EVERY PURCHASER of $3 worth of goods at the Prairie City Emporium will receive a present at the time of purchase. Come and see how it is done, and at the same time save 25 per cent, by buying your Millinery, Ladies' Furnishing Goods and Notions at the Prairie City Emporium.
Important Reduction in Prices
AT THE
BUCKEYE CASH STORE!
Mink Furs worth $40 for $25. Mink Furs worth $25 ior $16. Dress Goods worth 75,50,25c for 50,25,15. Drap D'Ete worth $3.60 for $2.50. Drap D'Ete worth $2.75 for $1.75.
'.TURKEYS, CHICKENS TURKEYS, CHICKENS TURKEYS, CHICKENS
HONEY, MAPLE SURUP HONEY, MAPLE SYRUP HO SLY, MAPLE SYRUP HO8EH, MAPLE SYRUP
APPLES APPLES APPLES APPLES RAISINS RAISINS RAISINS RAISINS
ORANGES AND LEMONS ORANGES AND LEMONS OllTNGES AND LEMONS ORANGES AND LEMONS
PRESERVED ORANGES AND FIGS PRESERVED ORANGES AND FIGS PRESERVED ORANGES AND FIGS PRESERVED ORANGES AND.FIGS
LONDON LAYER R4ISltfS LONDON LAYER RAISINS LONDON LAYER RAISINS LONDON LAYER RAISINS
SEEDLESS RAISINS SEEDLESS RAISINS SEEDLESS RAISINS SEEDLESS RAISINS
At Wright & King's.
FIBST ANNUAL EXHIBITION
-OF THE
TERRE HAUTE
Dec. 21,
Standard brown sheetings ai 7 cents per yard. Fancy ginghams at 8 cent*. Prints 4 to 6J4 cents. Flannels, wool blankets, jeans, oassimeres, beaver cloths, etc., essentially reduced. Superior handmade bed comforts very cheap. In plain and fancy dress goods, all the former 12^ cent goods reduced to 10 cents other grades in same proportion. Alpacas, mohairs and cashmeres, reduced 15 to St., percent. Black gros grain and fancy silks, alike reduction. Cloaks, shawjs,*^
suits, etc, the same. Ladies' and gentlemen's underwear, gloves, hosiery, rib- 'X.k£ bons, scarfs, bows, collars, etc., in tbe same category. Tbe Buckeye Unlaunarted Shirts formerly sold at one dollar, are now 85 cents. In short, the reduction is general throughout every department, and will be seen at once. A nice assort* ment of furs very cheap
Just Received and Now on Sales THE CELEBRATED
PEARL SHIRTS!
This is the tbe BEST SHIRT manufactured in Americv at the prioe, ONE DOLLAR. Made of the best W*m-e sutta muslin, the bosoms are 3-ply made of the best linen each ply is guaranteed all linen the workmanship superior to any other a perfect fit and warranted to give complete^ satisfaction in every particular. jjsfJ-Give tbem a trial for the truth's sake.
For sale only at the
BUCKEYE CASH STORE!
"w: S. RYCE Sc CO:
GREAT CLOSING-OUT SALE!
Xj. BHRLICH,?'f
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Of the firm of Ehrlich Bros., intends to move back to Bay Citv, and their entirs stock must be reduced within the next thirty days. The most of the goods will to marked down with Blue Mark, in plain letters, at least 25 per cent, less than the^ former price. Great reductions made on all goods, especially on DRESS GOODK and LADIES' FURS. Those will be MARKED BELOW COST.
rogilOTllDPETSTICI
ASSOCIATION,
TO BE HELD AT
NEW MARKET ALL,
TERRE HAUTE, INDIANA,
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24, 25,1877.
Entries (tor competition close Deoember 21, at 1 o'clock p. •. Do not fall to see UM long list of premium* offered.
ADMHHIOX:
Ado!t«. —~.asc Children coder la years Mto CWUIfD—THAT WITH OOTE STROKE OF
UMpeaj-ovcan reaeh.with an advertise sea', la Uw tttttmU Kventng Mail, almost *v«ty rwsdlnji f&mily in thi* city, well a* .B»iei&*Htaof the towns and country sor
Black Silk worth $3.50 for $2.50. Black Silk worth $2.50 for $1.50. 4^ Black Silk worrh $1.50 for $1. Black Alpaca worth 75c, $1, lor 50, 75c. Black Alpaca worth 40c for 25c.
All domestic goods at first cost. Dollar Corsets for 75c. Corsets worth 75c tor 50'!. Fine BROAD CLOTHS, BEAVERS, CASSIMERES for Boys' and Men* wear. FLANNELS, TABLE LINENS, SHAWLS, CLOAKS, and everything atl greatly reduced prices. Tbis is a bona fide sale, and bargains will be given.
EHRLICH BROS.
At Wright & King's.
TURKEYS, CHICKENS QUAILS, RABBHS QUAILS. RABBITS .. QUAILS,RABBITS
QUAILS, RABBITS PRAIRIE CHICKENS PRAIRIE CHICKENS PRAIRIE CHICKENS PRAIRIE CHICKENS CELERY. CRANBERRIES CELERY, CRANBERRIESCELERY CRANBERRIES CELERY. CRANBERRIES CHOICE BUCKWHEAT FLOUR CHOICE BUCKWHEAT FLOUR CHOICE BUCKWHEAT FLOUR CHOICE BUCKWHEAT FLOUR
HUNLEY'S
CHRISTMAS
«411 .Main Street.
WAR!
SOT AGAINST THE INDIANS BUT His Majesty. High Price* ani
Shoddy Boots and Shoes.
Bcbold the line of Battle!
Men's Calf Boots $2 Hr«'* Kip Boot* 2 Sfen'm Urogans 1 2S n«n'ii Plow fihotii 1 Indies' C'astom Work Calf. 1 SUt Ladies* CaMem Peb. 1 9* I«adie»* »rIf-Acting Rubb'ra 49 Boyn* Kip Boot*..... 1 SB Yost ha' Kip Boots. 1
Onr goods are always as rspr«S£nunl. With our prices so low that wseannot reoognlie competition, make otxr houso the bane of other dealers and admiration sad the choice of all who would patronise so (stabiUhment Identified with Uie people.
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H. DE PUY, M. D.,
PHVsiCIAN & SURGEON,
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