Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 10, Number 5, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 2 August 1879 — Page 1

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SECOND EDITION.

Town-Talk.

MATRIMONY.

Before commencing the perusal of this it is best th*t it be understood T. T. is an old bachelor. Past the prime of life, though still in the possession of all bis mental faculties—grey hair, which still bears traces of its one time raven hue, cadaverous, and of that disposition -which loves to have its own way in spite of all opposition.

To enter the state of matrimony has always seemed to T. T. like investing a sum of money in some lottery scheme, insofar as the securing of a prize is concerned, but with this distinction—in the one case you invest so much money, which, if lost, causes no trouble because that can be replaced, while in the other case the happiness of a lifetime is at stake, and should that stake be lost it is easy telling the consequences. It is a step which should be very well considered before taking. Every side of the question should be thoroughly investigated. The possibilities of failure should be equally considered with those of success. In taking upon one's self the support of a wife and family there are many contingencies which may arise and whloh would make the taking of such a step very andersirable. It is all very well to take a sentimental view of it—talk of love in a oottafe, mutual attachment, inability to exist without each other's society, and all that sort of thing. This is sheer nonsense which may do very well to talk about, but when you come down to the &tern realities of life, you cannot find a oouple who can exist on love alone. The wants of the body require attention, and to give it that attention one must have ability to work, inclination to work, and last, though not least, something at which to work and reasonable compensation therefor. When it comes down tc reality, all the fine spun theories in the world are not worth an ounce of practical experience. All men are not fools, or the personification of selfishness, simply because they do not marry on the oontrary, T. T. is of the opinion that is easier for a fool to marry than a wise man, and as far as his observation Has gone fools are, as a rule, greater favorites with the gentler sex than a man of ordinary common sense.

Of course the fault of the dullness of the matrimonial market is all laid to the charge of the men, and as they are supposed to be made of sterner stuff they can bear all such assaults with that good humor which is characteristic of the sex. Man is blamed by the advocates of matrimony, for his general uselessness and spendthrift habits. They are acoused of spending all the money they can make and often running In debt besides. Is this any reason why they should marry Would the addition of a wife to bis extravagant habits save his money for him or enable him to curtail his expenses He hsa held up to his mental eyes examples of marriod vncn who have made fortunes by economical habits and who are living happily with their families around their. Is it then an impossibility for a man to remain single and save money? T. T. thinks not be can point to many instances in this city of single men who havo made money and kept it too—yes, and are honorable members of soolety besides. The old story of our fathers and mothers is recited as honorable examples whose ancient customs are not honored as they should be in our d«y generation. It seems to be forgotten that in thoae days our parents were people of simple tastes, few wanf, and no extravagant habits. In those days silk dresses were a rarity—drees balls, opera and such other entertainments necessary to the existence of females of the present day, were unknown, and traveling for health or pleasure was never thought of as being within the range of a possibility. Those good old times are gone they are relics of the past civilisation is advanoing and all must keep time to the music. Instead of a calico dress, the young lady of to-day is not dressed unless she Is deoked in silk Inst sad of the quilting party we have the sewing society and the extravagant parties which attend it instead of the husking bee or apple paring of the olden time, with the old-fashioned dance and violin for an accompaniment, we now have the fikncy dress ball and high prioed orchestra, all of which must be paid for out of the pooket of the man who wont marry. It is not the selfishness of young men so much as the extravagance of young women which prevents men from marrying. T. T. does net believe there is any young man so foolish as to think or speak slightingly of the plea*, oree to be derived from a well regulated home. The number of young men whose tastes ran to dobs, billiards, smoking and drinking, Is the smal\ mi­

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nority and they are to be found generally among thoee who have no homes, and whom society does not care enough about to give an opportunity to relinquish snob habit*,

Another objection to matrimony Is the unhsppinees of married oouplee which Is to be seen every day. While the very large majority of married people are contented and happy, still there Is so oouch unhapplnesa in that state as to deter many men from entering It. There la no one but can look around among his or her acquaintsacee and find ample evidenoe ef ft. Men and wemen who, before marriage, are the most devoted in the world, after a short indulgenee in the

bondB

but

streets wereohrt hi* Aft

of hymen, dis­

cover fsults In each other that causes a breach which will oontlnue to widen day by day until a kind providence interpoees, or a friendly oourt grants a separation. It is a mere chance If a man thoroughly understands a women before marriage. "Love is blind," and should be see any faults they are glossed over in some way with the assurance that they will be overoome in time, little dreaming poor devil that be will some dsy have a terrible awakening from his pleasant dream. The divorce cases famish smple evidenoe of this sometimes it is the old story of "Many In hsste and repent at leisure"—harsh, cruel treatment—desertion inoompatability of temperament,

ing. Pour mortfhs trPSOtr

it oftener

happens that one or the other has found some one more oongenlal to his or her taste.

With the woman to-day. marriage is a business transaction, generally speaking. Young misses of sweet sixteen can discourse upon the subject with all the fioenoy of older heads they can tell you how fond they are of money and that they will never commit the mlsstake of marrying without it. An abundance of it is neoeesary to their existence. They must have fine dresses, jewelry, plenty of pin money and travel continually. They are fond of society and devote much more attention to it than household affairs. "Modesty is a quality which highly adorns the character of a woman" is a saying which, In these days, is a virtue that is very highly appreciated on account of its rarity. Instead of being at home when she ought to be there learning something useful, you can find her upon the streets making a show of herself and carrying on a flirtation with some worthless scamp whom she has hever seen or beard of before, and whom if she knew it would in all probability bring a blush ol shame to her cheek. Now T. T. does not wish to be understood as saying that all young women are of this character, but he is very sorry to say that their number is increasing, and that at the present time such a class is too numerous. Men do not appeoiate suoh women—that Is the class of men who would make good husbands. T. T. is of the opinion that a good wife is the best gift which God oould bestow upon a man, and were the world blessed with more of them we would all be happier and better on account of their preeence jjj

A Woman's Opinions,

EPIDEMICS.

Each day the telegraph brings fresh news of the dreadful soourge known as yellow fever. The mind goes back to a year ago, when similar dispatches filled our Columns, and the disease in all its horrors was vividly pictured then as now. "Stricken Memphis," the "doomed city," the "desolate households," were described in conspicuous headlines, and below were given the details of the anfortunate people. We were told of their destitute condition, their slokness, their suffering, their poverty an appeal was made to the oharity of the North which was promptly answered. With the same broad and hearty generosity that has for yean sect money to distant heathen which gave food aad shelter to fugutive slaves poured out Its abundanoe to carry on the war and provide for the soldiers reached forth a helping hand to the sufferers from the Chicago fire sent aid to the grasshoppers victims of the west the brave, generous and sympathetic north was not unmindful of the call from the stricken South.

Thousands of dollars, food, clothing, medicine, nurses, were freely and abundantly sent to our unfortunate brethren, and will be again when the cry comes op for help. But, thinking over all these scenes of a year ago, there comee to mind the remembrance of the surprtss that oasoe over us when we read in tho daily papers that Memphis was preparing for the Mardl-Gras! Scarcely had the pestilential breath of the fever psssed away, hardly had bosiand order and prosperity resumed their sway, while the cries of the living over the dying were still ringing in our ears, the inconsistent oitisans began preparations for that merriest, wildest, maddest «f all oaralvala. The North did not have to lend assistance for this,— they furnished their own funds. Those who weut down as spectators say that two-tulrds of the inhabitants upon the 4 w- uMt

The fever seems, for the most part, to be located in that part of the city comprised within the boundaries of the Third ward. I know nothing of the sanitary oondition of that ward, bat I have always thought there must be something radically wrong about it ever sinoe they gave so large a majority of votes against the Public Library. Before passing judgment, people will await with much anxiety to see whether smallpox or yellow fever is developed in the Sixth ward.

FJSW WORDS TO SUSAN."

Well, my dear Susie, I'm sorry to see that you are in hot water, so to speak. I oan sympathize with you, having been there myself. Get out—if yon oan, and stay out—if you can. I regret that I advised you, a few weeks ago, to be a little less egotistical in your writings. So long as you took yourself for a topic, you offended nobody, but as soon as you began discussing other people, heboid the oommotion you have made! Did you notice that little anecdote in the papers, a short time ago, about the young minister who was oautioned not to preach against a violation of any of the ten oommandmenta, lest he hit some of the oongregation. "What shall I preach against said he, in perplexity. "Preach against the Mormons," was the reply. "They haven't got a friend in town." Now if you must write up somebody's failings, (and your letters will be very stupid if you don't,) let it be one who "hasn't a friend in town or if you can't do this, then let your hints be so vsgue and unsatisfactory that everybody who reads them will immediately apply them to his neighbor. In this way you can get the reputation of being a olever writer, and not be in danger of a shillalah or a broomstick, a newspaper reply or a suit for libel. All of these things are unpleasant and will more than overbalance any little fun you may have had In sharpening your wits at somebody else'a expense.

GBXSRAL RKMARKS.

There area few obvious thoughts connected with this subject. In regard to the speelal matter under controversy during the past week, I know nothing whatever, and should not think 6t giving au opinion on either side, but it is only another instance of how completely we are at the mercy of the newspapers. We know not what day we may be served up to the publio as a caricature or a villain. There are instances where it may be permissible to refer to a man's delinquencies, in order that one may "point amoral or adorn a tale," but even the strict and unresaonsble libel lawa of our State are not sufficient to prevent an unnecessary amount of these personalities. But when one is thus victimised, the most foolish thing he can do Is to write a "card" in correction or denial. The great majority who read the first article do not remember it twenty-four hours a large number read It without knowing who,was msant and many do not read it at all, but let a "card" of explanation come ont in the daily papers, and the entire pnbllo is soised with a desire to know all the particulars, a rush is made for copies of the paper, and the offending artlole grins a prominence it never oould have obtained in any other manner. Henry Ward Beeeher's "policy of silenoe" Is much the beat method to pursue, unless then Is the most argent necessity for speaking out.

Many of the personalities Indulged In by the newspapers sre intended merely as harmless jokes or good-natured sarcasms, and although they are often too pointed to be eitfoyed by the unfortunate subject, yet unless they seriously affect his reputation, be should bear them as patiently as possible, and when the opportunity oocurs, quietly take Ma revenge In the same manner. Above all, do not go to your friends for advice,

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«:C^ TEERE HAUTE, BI:D./SATURDAY EVENING, AUGUST 2,1879.

dw,Pe#t moarn"

the

departure

of tbe fever, tbeyeelebn*** their MardlGras four months- later fifc

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scourge makes its appear***!*,

dreaded

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frightened people fbe in every dl.

p®ctlon'

"What did you do aUsumnMrf*'

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the ant to the grasshopper e*e °°ld winter day. *'I sang," was the* rep. "Well, now you may go and «Ms*ee," responded the ant. While we wauld not imitate the selfishnesaof the ant, yet we cannot help saying "Take of ear store in weloome, but hereafter, do net forget the possibilltiee of the future to the feetlvitiee of the present."

Speaking of epidemics, oar own city is not exempt from danger. The appearanoe of twenty-five or thirty casee of typhoid fever, suggests that every homestead be made. as sweet and pure as chlorine, oopperas, lime and other cheap and sure disinfectants can make it. It is sad to think that the spreading tree, the luxuriant vine, the tempting fruit, may all nourish the germs of disease, and that the early morning stroll, the moonlight walk, may bo attended' by the fatal malaria. It seems almoet oruel to reflect how closely the beautiful in life borders upon the mortal as if it were best for us to realize that, however dearly we may love the finite beauties of the world, it is but a step to the infinite.

for In most cases they will persuade yon to rash measures which your own sense and judgment would never permit or justify, a* ______

Susan Perkins* Letter.

W

TBRRB HAUTH, July 31,1879.

MY DKAR JOSBPHXXB I sm glad to date this letter the last day of July. We may hope now for plenty of cool a Ights, but alas! one of the beautie,' of the Wabash country is that as soon as the beat mitigates the mosq ultos maker their appearance. It is real funny to sit out on the veranda theee lovely moonlight evenings and try to talk la ve. Every sentence is punottvated with a mesfguito bite. At first I tried not to notice tbene when in com

pany and stood it bravely till tbe tesn ^Pb«o»h'sdaughter going down 9s the river bank, but that was so long ago. Pray enlighten me if yon can. 1 must stop writing, for it is dinner time. Matie ssys true love takes away the appetite. Now, how can I reconcile that with tbe fact that I am hungry three times a day and oncer in tbe evening? There is the dinner beH. |f rite often te^J|* W

began to come, but I soon observed that it was the custom for everybody to slsp and scratch vigorously, and I was glad to follow the fashion. The young man and his girl squeeze one hand affectionately and fight off the troublesome insects with the other.

Nothing hss occurred to* break tbe monotony of the past week. We went down oae evening to witnese a drill of the handsome Light Guardst After considerable skirmishing we succeeded in capturing two of them and making them pay a ransom of some delicious ice cream. You ought to have seen how they looked when I called for the second dish. Matie says it is the last time they'll give me such a chance.

I guess I was mistaken in telliag you last week that a certain young lady did not return her engagement ring before she left town. She did return it. Matie has brokeu her engagement, but you'd better believe she didn't send baek her ring. I asked her If she didh't Intend to and she said, "Do you think Fas an idiot? Why, this ring won't a bit more than pay for tbe fuel and gas and refreshments I've wasted on that fellow, to say nothing of my precious time," and she resumed her novel. I tell you, Joeephine, it's nice to learn all theee city ways. I have returned John's ring —carnelian is not fashionable here.

I am afraid I shall never learn the ways of good society. One of the bonton sent out invitations to a party, and disliking a certain gentleman, she sent an invitation to his wife, leaving his name entirely out of the address. The lady read the address and calling back the servant, said, "Return this invitation to Mrs. B. and tell her I have no use for it." l^Jjf

A young lady gave a party and during the evening one of the gentleman guests asked tbe young hostess to introduce him to another gentleman who was present. "What! introduce two gentlemen in my own house Oh! I couldn't think of such a thing," was the reply. Of oourse tbe applicant was very muoh mortified and he is pondering yet wherein he violated the rules of proprlety.'and whether he ought to have asked the young hostess to come out on the sidewalk aad introduce them.

Another lady gave a reception in honor of some friends who were visiting her. Among the distinguished guests were a gentleman and his wife who, through some inadvertence were not introduced to tbe visitors. "Revenge is sweet, especially to women," says Byron, so, as soon as the insulted lady went home she began preparations for an elegant entertainment and went in person to invite the lady who had just given the party, but did not mention her visitors. "But," said the lady, "I have visitors. Do you not Intend to invite them "O, have you was the response, "I heard that you had, but aa I was not presented to them the evening of your reception I concluded I must be mistaken!"

Two ladies boarded at tbe hotel and one of them brought her maid down to the table with her and placed her next to the other lady Instead of between her and her hosband. The first lady was very indignant and refused to call on her neighbor in consequence. Now, Joeephine, if that maid was very pretty wooldnt yon have done exactly as her mistress did, and kept close to your husband yourself? How is one ever to learn all theae points of etiquette?

Before closing this letter I must tell you a seeret. I am awfully, deeply, desperately in love. No girl ever loved as I do, no man was ever so worthy a woman's love. When I see him coming up the steps the blood rashes Into my oheeka and I am so nervous I can hardly pin on my back hair. When I go down stairs to meat him my heart beat* so, and with trying to manage my long train and high heeled ahoea, I haven't a particle of sense left when I get Into the parlor—bat then one doeen't need much sense to "spark,"—there, I forgot, Matie told me not to use that word. Sheaays it is not elegant, although It Is very appropriate, tor their affection diea out about aa soon aa a spark, I wouldn't be as cold hearted aa Matie tot tbe world. When I went Into rhapaodiee over my darling aha said to wait till aha pot on her dressing sack so she would have plenty of room to laugh. When I said, "Haven'tyou ever been In love?" she

replied, "Forty times at the very lasst." "And didn't your heart ever breaJff" "India-rubber don't break," said abet "Matie, haven't yon* any sottlf I exclaim. "Two," she responds, holding out her pretty slippered feet. She says if I want to catch him I mtmr'l show my love so plainly, and that if 1 keep on giving oot line and getting soexcited about it, I will never land my flah in the world. Just as if he were a whale or a sucker or eometbiag of that kind I He hasn't a fisnlt in the world, he told me so. I don't know what his busim is. I asked Uncle Ezra and' he said he spent most of bis time around the bank. "What bank?" I inquired. "The faro bank/ said he, and then went chuckling down street." Jbsephlne, what is a faro bank? We used to read

Your affectionatefriend,

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Wi^IAGARA FALLS).

A TERRE HAUTE GIRL TELLS OF ATRIP. DAYTON, OHIO, July 28th, 187V.

TBBBB HAUTB MAIL :—Tbe heat of the summer months causes the majority of persons to long for some place other than the crowded city in which to rest and beoome invigorated for fall work. Fbur weeks we spent pleasantly in the tittle city of Richmond. The first of these was during tbe time of the State Sunday School Convention, which was a grand success. All who attended must bave gone away with pleasant remembrances of the kindness and hospitality of the citizens, and with religious zeal very much renewed. *^7-

Word came to us of a grand excursion to Niagara, starting from Columbus, but receiving persons from adjoining points, Richmond being the most western. Who has not heard of the grandeur of Niagara, and longed to contemplate its beauties

We determined to go, and in pursuance of that determination, left Richmond at 7:18, the morning of the 23rd, by way of the Pan Handle. Noon found us at the Ohio capital, where we took the Mount Vernon rosd north to Cleveland, where we boarded the Steamer Pearl and proceeded to sail up Lake Erie, in the direction of Buffalo.

But here our good luck turned against us. In the night strong head-winds prevailed, whleh lashed the water Into angry billows, and kept the boat rooking and plunging like mad. In the morning, although we did not find ourselves all ''dead oorpsee," yet we almost wished we were, for sea-sickness oame upon us in all its glory, and the cabin, decks, and staterooms were filled with pale, wretched looking people.

The steamer had ever five hundred on board, and not half as many staterooms, so the people were supplied with blanketa and cote, and tbe cabin and deoks were filled with these, so that in cbe dead of night anyone passing through the boat might have thought it the bivouac of an army.

The storm, whloh Is said to have been the heaviest In three years, delayed us nine hours. The water is a little smoother on the Canada aide, so we sailed there much out of our dourse, and instead of reaching Buffalo at 8 a. m., got there at 3:00 p. m.

Spent the night in the city at the Continental. Were rejoiced to be on dry ground once more.

Took a abort walk in th? evening, and saw some of the fine buildings. Tbe streets are broad and oleanly, and tbe sidewalks nicely paved with broad, amooth atones.

One of the finest balldlbjp was that in which Dr. Pierce, the great advertiser, mannfeetaree hta patent medicine. It is of solid stone, occupies a block, and is a grand building. The grounds are tasty .in their arrangements, sloping graoefnlly here and there to a low stone fenoe wnich surrounds them. Tbe tower has an illuminated dock and four beautiful atatuea facing the different points of the compass. A great many of tbe churches are built of rough stone and literally covered with creeping vines which add greatly to their beauty.

Friday morning we went from the city of Buffalo to the Mis by rail, and had the pleasure of seeing soma Una farms and orcbatda. Tbe New Yon country seems quite productive.

Nil

The

Tbe Niagara river waa within right of

soon to make.

had stipulated that our carriage should bave bat five, oae gentleman with the driver, and two gentlemen and ladies inside, and bv holding them to the contract succeeded In getting iL but other carriages had alx lnaide ana one ont, which must have been crowded to say tbelesat.

Through the city to tbe whirlpool rapids first, two milea below the fella. The roar and the rash we heard befpse

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ihfft"vQfen« The fallsorigbut the constant wearSJawIJrfSSV^

To look down danriee one with tbe immensity of depth* and sound. We gase upon the scenef still linger, and than, getting our dinner in Canada, ride again over tbe bridge, look down through its counties* wires, aad see where foolhardy men -am wont to risk their live* by tight rape exploits, and' then on to Goat Islh*d, from which sn excellent view of the fells is obtained. This island separatee the two falls, and standini edge one can dip the that two feet from there takes the plunge.

O \t

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Tenth Year

there. A double elevator fitted

imrr^TiA omely with cushioned seats let

through a shaft 360 feet long

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beside tbe angry, seethriver here Ties at the

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u^at^m andMWR rocks for the waterTS nhiv Witfr In auch fantastic fashion. It is «*cut^W tboasand years tber Aofe

rican falls wU1

have entirely dlsapyesral* Realising tbat there area/*°7 'bfnm to see we take one Ihfct la, the seething, boiling water, shiRfe'ring as we think how aaercileseMiey old be should we be cost upon* thehr tfeW°g bosoms then back again up fhe dark shaft, which, wltb our watches open, weihd just takes thtee aataiitear exaotly. Our driver, a true son'of Erin, complsinrtbat we have stayed'toelongr and hurries us back, and after satisfying: the different officials that we have nok»ta of admission, takes us at a slow aaoe across the wanderful snspensSon^brldge into tbe Queen's dominions.

From tbe bridge *e-look tx9fon t&e Amerioan faSs and see beyond' tie Canadian, sending up a aolumn of clear* white mist, while our 6ars are- almostdeafened bv the .tremendous roarrof the' waters, W- obtain a better vie^wwhem farther on the Chnada sldet and hare westop to oontempkate infslleaoe this awful work of grandenr from the hacsd of God. The waters oome rippling dfcwh, innocent and white, then grow a dftep,rloh green, like tlliekeet glass, and 'with» an awful leap fall npon the rocks below,. tt be sent up again in spray. Cfhe* American falls are" almost in a oontimt* ous line* while the-ether? take the form of a horseshoe, the 'center of which is a' mass of boiling vapor, and for many feet beyond the water is white as curdled milk. The spray ifctis upon the shore like rain, still we get out of tbe carriage aad walk along 00*11 we stand upon* rocks tbat lie npon the edge.

ing on ita rocky ehaad into water

Geat Island, with the exception of* drives seems to have/been*left as nature made it, and it is very refreshing to ride through the woods and feel the oool, healthful breeze that is- imprisoned there.

Prospect Park is nextfc and going from we fly down the ineHnea railway,, whloh certainly seem* a* though would break our necks, waving our hats to the upward passing! car, and are landed at tbe entrance to the dressing rooms of the "Shadow of'the Reck."

Here-we are furnished'with water-' proof suit, hood, and shoes made f' some soft hairy substance tied with withes, and under tbe- falls- we go. Funf Yes and no. Tbe-torrent of water pours down from,its-one hundred and sixty feet with an awfal crash, and the spray drenches no completely. But when we are under, it beats and blows until we turn our backs, shut our eyes, andilet tbe guide pull ue-along by main foroe.. In the center Is a- little shelf of rock, where we are glad to stop and rest before going on, for one'a-breath is held on to with great difficulty indeed. At last we oome to the end, and when back again oome out with a. great gasp and it is oven Then we clamber up rugged steps-and sharp stonee to gain another1 excellent view, and finally, when robed,.. find ourselves very muoh refreshed by our bath in the falla. We felt very

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roud when the guide told us we were first ladies he had. soooeeded In getting to go the full length tbat day, and though we were both' small we felt as tall ass If some one bad kindly laid a block upon, our heads*.

At every oonoeivable place grounds goods are exposed to sale, verv pretty, but with double prices attached, and one might easily demolish a fat pocketbook but we contented eur-^*-selves with one delicate vase carved from the rook.

that

Having made the round we were-t# whirled bark to tbe depot where we waited patiently for the train, beguiling the time with exchange of experience and pleasure.

If the water*, were wild and stormy® going, they made up for it coming back, fThe Take was smooth, and clear as glass,. a bright moon gilded tbe ripplee left in." the wake of tbe steamer, and all

waar?

pleasant aaoonkft be. Surely these peo-

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sitting so comfortably in the mooaIghi can not be tbe onea so lately wishing they had never heard of boat or-'f lake!: All are in delightful spirits, the?boat nsakea good time and morning finds us feir for the city of Cleveland. We find our way by tortuous windingsL-' from the beat to the depot and from there start on oar homeward jousnev. Rains have swollen the streams, freshened the earth and cooled the air, andeverything is delightful. The rolling diversified country of Ohio presents SEL evercbanging beautiful panorama to tbe eye. We are now riding high above a deep rocky ravine through which tur-

bid waters boll, next whizzing through the rooky exoavatlons in a hill-aide and from time to time leaning oat to see tbe engine at the head of ita thirteen oara rounding a dizzy curve. We all agree tbat the trip has been a saooess and season of pleasure.

Fortune favors as and although lata, at Colambus we find oar train walUag for us, and are soon at our joarney'a end. Excursionists have been dropped^ at different points, and oan is at a lonely station where along wait from 7.00 fe p. m, baa to be endured oefore going into tbe beautiful citv of Dayton where a few weeks more of the summer are to be spent.

Weait in oar quiet homes and Niagara hundreds of miles away, bat we have beautiful plcturea of It In our minds which can never leave us. We oan see Niagara and hear tbe sound of its waters in tne night time if we cboee. Its roaring and plunging never cease for one moment no matter what happens to m«yi, fiku ear God of mercy it neither Humbert nor detp*. To Niagara we say farewell—and still 'Us with us.

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