Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 10, Number 11, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 13 September 1879 — Page 1

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Vol. io.—No. 11.

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A PAPER FOR THE PEOPLE.

SECOND EDITION.

Town-Talk.

TDK FAIR.

The fourteenth annual fair of the Vigo Agricultural Society is now one of the things of the past. It was not looken forward to with any remarkable degree of interest and, with the exception probably of a few who for a short period were clothed with authority, none are sorry that it la over. The society has now been in existence fourteen years. It has had any amount of experience from which it tw yet to derive any profit Failure has been very legibly stamped upon all Ita undertakings since Its organization. Year after year the programmes are sent out offering liberal premiums for everything which is usually exhibited upon such occasions—the amount often reaching |5,O0O, or nearly that and year after year these same programmes contain an announcement something like this "But the board of directors do not agree, nor do they think it right they should give their Individual notes in bank to raise money to pay the premiums in full in case the receipts fall short consequently the premiums will be paid

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rata after the expenses of the fair are paid." This Is what plays the mischief with Vigo County fairs, and nothing else need be looked for until It Is managed In a different manner. There Is no excuse for having a poor fair In this section of the country. Harrison park is th« most beautltul tgroutd for that purpose in the state of Indiana. It is large, and adapted in every respect to the purpose for which It has been set apart. It Is admired by every person who seta a foot withlu in its bounds, and great is the astonishment of strangers who are told that Vigo county cannot have a good fair. The park contains about thirty-two acres it is well shaded by majestic forest trees, which stretch tboir branohes over nearly every foot of the ground, making it a very pleasant retreat during the very warmest weather. Bosldes the park there is sufficient ground for an excellent half mile track whero trials of speed can be had. The grounds are convenient to the city and easy of acceis by several good county roads and the railroad. Terre Haute Is the only prominent business city in this section of the country. It is the centre of as good a farming and stock raising country as there is in the west. Within thirty miles of the city In any direction are to be found uumerous stock raisers who, if proper Inducements were offered, would make a showing which would do credit to any public exhibition. This point is also within the range ot the racing circuit each year. With all these faculties, how Is it then that Vlgo county can never hold a fair which Is a credit to it. The answer is very easily made—want of enterprise. The authorised capital of the society Is |10,000. Of this amount not quite one third Is taken out. The grouuU* are h« i»l ro»i iron and the society receives each year all the money paid into the county treasury for show licenses, and still thoy are unsuccessful. The stockholders are all good men, and tbo board of directors are tbo cream of the beat of them. They have oonscleuolous scruples against offering a good purse for a horse race. They think it is a sin to do it, and Relieve the sin is decreased iu proportion to the amount of the purss. The outside world enjoy horse racing, and unless there are good races apou an occasion of this kind they will not attend. A libera! ofbr of purses for speed would bring a great mauy goo A horses here. Ten entries would ply the total amount of the purse. A number of good hones In a race would draw a very large crowd. A very large crowd would pay a large sum of money at the gates, and a large sum of money would enable the management to pay their large premiums in full, thereby relieving the printer from the necessity of setting In italic* thoss objectionable worlds "p roto." Even when a few small purses are offerred for speed no pool selling la allowed on the ground.

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moral practice la strictly prohibited. If people wish lo aln In that direction they must do it elsswhsre. The privilege of selling refreshments is granted—for a consideration. These refreshments oonstat of a few eatables and beer in front of the booths and whiskey behind the partition. Of course the board don't know this, but this year they adopted the wise preoaution of opening a magistrate's office, where the victims of this fighting whiskey were suitably assessed for their indiscretion. They "strain at a gnat and let a camel pass through the eye of a needle."

At the late fair there seemed to be no system adopted for Its government. There was a numberless array of gentlemen attired In a profusion of superintendent's badges, whose chief business seemed to be to run everywhere in

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general and nowhere in particular. As tbey were always very oonsplcuiui it was very generally conoaied they were very ornamental. The judges were permitted to ring the huge boll until its brazen throat became hoarse before there was any show made towards carrying the program xie out according to rule, which caused Webb Casto to forcibly remark, that unless they hurried up be would start them on the track "In spite of h—1," which he finally did.

Walio it is true that there Is sufficient space in the buildings on the grounds for the displays which are at present made, yet should our merchants generally wish to make a good show there would be no room at all for their accommodation. As it is, the buildings are composed of rough boards, with open seams, as if inviting the elements to enter iu stormy weather an Invitation which they would not be slow to accept.

In the fine art hall this year T. T. missed many old and familiar objects. Time was when he thought that certain pieces of fancy work were never going to wear out but they are gone and their places (l.led with newer and better work. It is sad to miss the old familiar faces, and sad to miss the annual protest of ^antldeluvlan damsel, or dame, against the award of a premium to any one but herself after the trouble taken, a score or two of years ago, in making preparation for these annual awards. The exhibits were carefully arranged upon the walls aod marked "hands off" with that provejblal distinctness which says "he who ruus may read," while at the same time the inquisitive public were kept at a distance which enabled them to read "hands off" very plainly, although there was no possibility of an examination, uulesrfmadeby some Individual who thoughtfully armed himself with a good opera glass before leaving home.

There would be an inclination on the part of the citizens to aid the fair in a liberal end substantial mauner, but they do not believe in helping those who will not help themselves. Let the management take a proper interest in it, or sell out their interest toothers who will do so. Let 1C be treated like any business investment—to make money out of It. The officers are not paid a mite In proportion to the value of the services rendered, and men cannot be expected to throw away their time for nothing. Merchants do not expect clerks to work for nothing, and find themselves. It is a very bad theory and the worst possible kind of practice. To work up a thing of this kind properly costs money, but if done properly It will not be spent in vain. The society has yet nearly three hundred shares of stock on hand, which, If sold, would place tbem on a sure foundation. Our business men often contribute large sums of money to many less worthy objects than this is, ard T. T. feelB certain that if they could be assured of future good managemeut the necessary funds would not be wanting.

A Woman's Opinions,

A WOMAN'S PUNISHMENT.

The country has be&u flooded with Another scandal—much to the country's delight. Owiug to the sagacity of the principal actors, the eager public is only permitted tantalizing glimpses behind the curtain, and notwithstanding tbey clamor loudly, it will not rise another Inch. No matter. They can wait, knowing well that the time Is sure to come when It will roll away, and the throng can crowd around and gaze with curious eyes and unfeeling comment upon the sacred hoaaehold goods whose owners have gone into moral bankruptcy. And alter awhile the hammer or the legal auctioneer will fall, the family will go their different ways, the shutters will be closed, and the home loft desolate aud ruined.

The public can wait for this, nor will their interest grow less so long as the names of Chase, Sprague and Conkling shall be remembered. Tbey are potent titles, each with a power peculiarly Its own:—the first as a symbol of pore statesmanship, the second possessing the magic charm of riches, and the third distinguished for Its almost unbounded political ability. These have been familiar names for years, whose owners, through their talents, wealth, and influence, have seemed almost to occupy a higher sphere than that of ordinary mortals, but now that they are tottering upon thetr social position, there Is no hand too vile to throw astone and bring them down if possible. Since the beginning of the world one sin has been suffi dent to blot out the virtues of a lifetime.

People look at us with an opera glass when tbey wish to see our good qualities they direct the little end toward us, but when tbey would view our defects, the telescope is turned, and we get the lull benefit of its magnifying power.

There are three sinners in the case under discussion, and the greatest of these suffers the least punishment. Was there ever an exception to this rule? )9co9 Coaklio* will come out with fly-

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ing oolora. True, be must bear a oertaln amount of censure for carrying bis flirtations into tbe very home of thp insulted husband he must endure tbe ridicule of his submissive retreat it was even feared for a time that it might Injure his political prospects lu some degree, but subsequent events show these feara to be unfounded.. A good moral character is not requisite to a politician. Next winter his walk will have an additional strut bis Hyperion carl will bang more proudly over his lordly brow Indeed, tbe whole sffair will be only another "feather In his oap." Not one woman in Washington will treat blm any the less oordlally because of his connection with the scandal. On the contrary, If he meets with tbe experience of most men of this kind he will find that it only increases bis popularity among the fair oreatures. He has lost tbe society of one woman, but there are many left to console blm, for women do not avenge the -'m wrongs of their sex

While discussing tills topic several thoughts present themselves for contem platloa. First, how utterly impossible it is for us to pronounce a just Judgment upon those who oocupy a station in life entirely different from onr own.

A woman surrounded by the purifying lnfloenoss or home and shielded by father or husband from all knowledge of sin, knows absolutely nothing of the evils that beset the poor, friendless and homeless, who are encompassed by all that leads to floe, and deprived of every encouragement to virtue. While we, who live temperate, regular lives, varied only by simple amusements, are equally ignorant of tbe temptations of fashionable society

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Governor Sprague has no doubt suffered deeply, but bad he been a better husband he would receive more sympathy. An Intemperate, abusive, neglectful husband cannot expect to retain tbe love and devotion of his wife, although be has a perfect right to insist upon her fidelity. Conkling's open attentions, his wife's persistent acceptance of these, the injurious gossip in consequence, it was not in human nature to bear but, for the sake of four Innocent children, there should have been no open demonstration. Nobody can ever excuse tbe publicity he has given the affair, and what has he gained? He has broken up the Intimacy, it is true, but he has destroyed bis home, disgraced bis children, ruined his wife's reputation, and brought upon himself all the horrors of a public scandal.

Lastly we come to Mrs. Sprague, beautiful, talented, erring and a fugutive. Beloved daughter of a noble father, for twenty years she has shone like a radiant star lu the constellation called Society, At a tender age when most she needed watchful care and guidance she was thrown, a motherless girl, Into all the dangers and dissipations of fashionable life. Young, lovely, gifted and fascinating, bow many temptations she has met and resisted will never be known except to herself and her God. Again and again has the sleepless tongue of slander sought to stain her character, but without suocess. Is it any wonder that, after years of flittery and triumph and high social position, she should grow haughty and independent aud willful? From having the world so long at her feet she grew careless of its opinions. Passionately fond of admiration, it gratified her pride to make captive the most distinguished man in the national capital, and In her delight over her conquest she disregarded the storm that was rising around her. She esteemed his intellect, she enjoyed his companionship, and she dared society to suspect any wrong iu this Platonic friendship. No woman ever defied the world and came out victorious. Mrs. Sprague tried it, and she was vanquished. Unable to bear her defeat, she has Add, but I believe to day she is a virtuous woman. No one will deuy that she is correct in refusing to live longer with a husband who has thus publicly dtsgraoed her, but time will have to decide as to the propriety of her flight. It is impossible to think that so faithful a mother could be an unfaithful wife. In the hours of solitude and anguish that will come upou her as the days go by, she will realize how necessary it is for a wife and mother to avoid even the slightest appearance of evil If she would escape the censure of a merciless pu:lic. Future developments will undoubtedly prove that Mrs. Sprague has been too harshly judged, but her peace of mind is gone forever, and her fair name will ever be clouded by tbe shadow of a doubt which, after she has passed away, will still continue to hover above tbe defenceless children. Such is tbe Inevitable puulsbmant of every woman who deviates from the narrow path marked out for her /eet from the beginning of tbe human race. Univer sally oonoeded to be tbe weaker of the sexes, yet, In the boor of temptation she is expected to exercise strength enough for both. Should she flail, then upon her head alone fall the consequences. Since it Is impossible to change this Inexorable law, it only remains for her to cultivate purity of nature and tha hlgbest strength of oharacter.

like that of Washington city, the dissipations by night and day tbe balls, receptions and wine drinking the latitude which Is allowed to married people, where the husband may pay oourt to every lady besides his wife, and she may receive attentions from a BOO re of other men. Where Satin furnishes so many opportunities, frail humanity has need of every moral safeguard. Therefore, let every woman, no matter how proudly conscious of her own rectitude, be very charitable in pronouncing judgment upon a fkllen sister. &

Seoond, that although the love which Plato advocates, pure,spiritual affection, regarding the mind only, may be possible to a woman, It is not to a man, and whenever she claims to have been actuated solely by this sentiment she will find she bas a very skeptical world to deal with.

Third, tbe time is passing away when all women can spend their lives in the retirement of their own homes. Every year finds them more actively engaged in public life, especially In the way of business. This is right and proper, but if tbey are to be constantly assailed by some petty scandal, their lot will be a hard one Indeed. To avoid this, they must lay aside their little frivolities and coquetries and meet business men in a dignillad, business like manner, and by an honest straightforward urse, as far as possible disarm suspicion. Every woman should remember that any misconduct on her part reflects in some degree upon all. If tbey will be prudent, judicious and moral, the world will recognize after awhile that tbey do possess something besides a mere negative virtue which must be protected in order to be preserved their ability will be recognized, they will no longer be an object of suspicion and will be released from a surveillance that is extremely distasteful and usually undeserved.

Susan Perkins' Letter.

". I{ TERRE HAUTE, Sept. 5,1879. MY DEAR JOSEPHINE :—This is a damp, gloomy day, anl Matie and I are both trying to have the "blues" and imagine that we are miserable. Aunt Miranda says that when we have been married as long as she bas we won't have to try and imagine causes for unhappiness, and that the best remedy for people who are low spirited Is to go to work. Acting upon her suggestion Matie has hunted up her embroidery and I have commenced my letter.

Isn't it funny what solemn and oracular advice married folks are always giving. "You young girls don't know anything about trouble," they will say, and, at the same time, tbey know very well that they wouldn't be single again for tbe world.

They know also, that no amount of conjugal misery among others would have the slightest influence upon any girl who was determined to marry, and where will you find one who is not "Fools learn by experience," and all young people wish to learn tbelr notion of matrimony In that way. I have beard old folks say that If every young married

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room, but all this only confirms my belief that my cousin, with all her reckless, defiant little ways, has a very sad heart acbe which sbe trlea to conceal from the world. Don't you believe this ise pi

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Is often the case, Josephine, with these pretended skeptics

But sll this is not "news of the day

and what Is a letter without gossip?" it la worse than our favorite dish without salt and pepper. Let me see what bas happened this week. Not a solitary thing but tbe fair and what in the world can I tell you about that You have been brought up on sucb familiar terms (excuse me,) with oows, horses, pigs, etc., I guees a description of tbem would not Interest you much. Tbare were awfully large chickens, warranted to lay two eggs a day, and tbe biggest geese you ever ssw (outside of a young ladles' seminary), and turkeys old enough snd tougb enough to ornament tbe table of a boarding bouse, and tbe biggest pumpkins, as—as-the head of a newspaper reporter. Matie and I thought It would be so jolly to be on some ot tbe "testing" committees, so we could get a bite of all the cakes and pies and jellies and fruits, and we beselged Uncle Ezra until finally he told us he had made tbe necessary arrangements. 80 we pulled off our gloves and crawled under the railing (we had to crawl under or climb over). Then, when we were all ready. Uncle Ezra said we had been appointed to taste tbe greea persimmons!

We were very much Interested in the Drill of tbe military companies. The award of theprlzi was a surprise to everybody except the Light Guards themselves. Of course they never dreamed of defeat—tbe handsome, well drilled fellows. The Governor's Guard

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oontalns much good fighting material, but is largely composed of men who are too busy to give a great deal of time to drilling nevertheless tbey made a very flue appearance. The McKeen Cadets,— bless their little hearts! They did more than splendidly, and that's what was the trouble. Never mind, boys. "It's bad luck to win tbe first game." If you don't get the next priz9 we girls will give you a banner, ourselves.

I must stop writing, as the sun has oome out, aud we haven't been down street to-day. Every well regulated oung lady goes down town ence a day. Jbe would be missed by tbe oorner loafers if she didn't, and besides, if two bours were not spent in dressing and two In promenading tbe sidewalk, how would she kill time? Next week the amusement season opens, and as I have a beau who Is evidently "smitten," I hopo to see everything of any consequence. He must pay for the pleasure of my company, and I guess he is far enough "gone" to do so,—that is, If he has the money—and if be hasn't, be must step aside and make way for somebody who has. Not that I am at all mercenary, but then life is too short to spend all one's time smiling and talking sweet in the parlor. I would mucb rather witness a first rate love scene on the stage than to be one of tbe principal actors in a quiet little drama at home. Now, Josephine, I think I see you smile!

THE shipment of alcohol to France, this week, was 750 barrels.

AND yet another libel suit is talked of. Newspapers should be careful.

THE number of prisoners in the county jail has increased to six, this week.

A CAMP meeting Is in progress in Lost Creek township and will continue over Sunday. "SOME days must be dark and dreary," was the only consolation the fair folks had yesterday.

PUDDIIERS at the rolling mill will strike to-day unless the company will furnish them block coal instead or slack.

As THE war retires further into the dim and distant past, reunions of soldiers who participated in it are steadily increasing.

THE Twenty-first Illinois regiment will hold a reunion at Marshall on the 19th of the present month. A great time is expected.

A LARGE bay horse, the property of Dan Reibold has strayed from home with somebody at the other end of the halter, it is supposed.

THE steamer Reindeer is in charge of a United States officer at present on account of an alleged breach of the law on the part of the owner.

LAURA CONNOR, aged 23 years, died at the residenoe of her father, Andrew Connor, two miles east of the city, on the BlObmlagton road, last Sunday.

SUGGESTIONS as to the name of the cemetery oontlnue to be offered, but no selection has yet been made. None of tbe names yet proposed seem to please, Let us have some more.

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and a baby and allowed a year's experience before tbey were bound lor life, there would be no marriages. Very likely, but a wise custom has ordained that the knot should be securely tied first and the experimenting done afterward. Matie, who bas been serenely embroidering during tbe conversation, says flippantly, "What's the use of all this fuss about marrying? Try a man and if he doesn't suit, get permission from the oourt, turn blm off and try another, just as you would a worthless servant." Then Aunt Miranda says severely, "Child, you will have many a heart aohe before you give up those skeptical notions of vours and look at life more seriously." Thereupon Matie tangles her floss, drops ber work and flies up to her room where I find her half an hour afterward crying bitterly. She turns away as I enter and asks me to drop the curtain as she h*s tbe beadache.

hall presents a striking contrast to neighbors. Tbe artist bas taken a new departure in his selection of colors which is pleasing to tbe eye.

A SHOPLIFTER made a raid on Mrs. T. H. Riddle tbe other day, but was caught in the act, pursued and made give up the stoleo goods. Her piteous appeals procured ber release.

THE suggestions of tbe Mall in regard to discharging prisoners from tbe station house who have not yaid their fines has had the desired effect. Tbe offenders of this week have bad in reality to pay, stay or be locked up.

WORK on tbe new Baptist church Is advancing. The committee visit other cities next week, to see styles of glass, lighting, heating apparatus, Ac. Rev. G. C. Lo rimer, ot Cblcago, bas consented to be present at the dedication.

THB oorner stone of the new Parke oounty oourt house at Rockville, waa laid yesterday, under the auspices of the Ms«onio fraternity. Tbe servloes were conducted by the Grand Master of tbe State, Dr. Van Valzab, of this city.

Two old cltlzans—better known years ago than by tbe new generation now taking their places—passed sway this week. Nimrod Sparks died on Sundav morning, aged seventy-on? years, auii Cbauncy B. Miller, slxty-slx years of age, died Monday night, of general debility.

A NEW paper ts to be launched in this city to-day. The Terre Haute National limes Is tbe title, snd it is to be tbe organ for Ibegreen backers. J. H. Allen, late of tbe Express, Is the editor, and Cbss.O. Ebel the proprletor. Tbe type Is set in Isase M. Brown's Job office, and it la printed on tbe press of tbe Daily Express.

UARK1AQK LICENSES. Tbe following marriage licenses have been issued since our last report:

William W. Ash and Martha J. Wise. Alexander Broek and Mary A. Whitehead Manly Gompton aud Nancy J. Smith. James A. Modtittt and Caroline Thompion.

John A. Beard and Minerva A. Beard. James T. Oliniter and Horllda C. Ingram. Mtlo Wolfe and Be'Ja Llghtfoot. William C. Ingerson and Adeline Harrl-

Mns HATTIE SCOTT will open a private school on Monday Sept. 22, at northeast corner of Filth and Walnut. For further Information enquire of Miss Scott at ber residence 1306 south Sixth street, or through P.O. box 1861, 15-2t

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Your Affectionate Friend,

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THK MAIL next week will probably swell to twelve pages.

SIXTEEN car-loads of cattle arrived at the distillery, this week.

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WB intended to Issue a paper of ten pages to-day, to relieve tbe pressure on our columns, but find the press facilities are not sufficient to get out the entire edition in time. In consequence some eight or ten columns of editorial and selected matter, local news and advertisements are crowded out. Next week we will give the readers a satisfactory paper, if it requires sixteen pages.

THE workmen in the Vandalia (travel pit,

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tonished last Thursday when they came upon the skeletons of two human beings about seven feet below the surface. One of them was in a sitting posture and tbe other lying down. The bones were very mucb decayed. From their general appearance It Is supposed they are

remains of Indians. The jaw bone of one of tbem are of enormous size and are furnished with a set of teeth of huge dimensions whicb are In a state of perfect preservation.

THE piano recital of Prof. Kortheur, at the Opera House, last Tuesday evening, did not meet with tbe patronage which it reserved. The audience was very small indeed, considering the talent of Prof. Korthuer, and the fact that formerly he was a resident of this city but what was lacking In numbers was fortbeomiug in enthusiasm. His performances upon the piano are very fine, the selections from the great masters being rendered In a style which our citizens have very seldom had the opportunity of witnessing. Miss Anna L. Hyde, Miss Flora Sage, Miss Cecelia Eppinghousen and Prof. Zerkowsky, rendered valuable assistance to the sucoess of tbe entertainment.

THE proprietors of the evening Gazatte are defendants in a libel suit, which was brought against tbem this week by Annie M. Stewart and John Stewart, wife and husband, The plaintiffs are noted spiritualists in this locality, tbe female being the medium who bas for years jjlven seances at Pence's Hall. The alleged libel was the publication In tbe Gazette, a short time ago, of a communication which the plaintiff alleges was "false, malicious and wicked." When the case comes to trial the public will doubtless be treated to something on tbe sensational order. The plaintiffs will be represented by Davis & Davis, T. W. Harper and Cyrus F. McNutt. Fancy the feelings of a poor devil of an editor when he thinks of facing these gentlemen on the witness stand. It's perfeotly, alarmingly awful. Many a man bas turned gray In a night with less to fear him.

AMUSEMENTS. 7

Katie Putnam, who Is a great favorite here comes next week to open the amusement season—which by tbe way, promises to be one of unusual attractions. The company supporting ber is said to be an excellent one. On Wednesday evening sbe will appear as "Lena fhe Madcap," and on tbe following evening will te presented tbe "Old Curiosity Shop." Concerning this play and the company the Lexington Transcript says: si Katie Putnam made her second appearance. during the present engagement, at the Opera Hoaso last night, before a large and elite audience in the dual characters of Little Nell and the Marchioness, In the dramatization of "Old Curiosity Shop," and, to say the rendition was as near perfect as human ingenuity could devise, Is but repeating the outspoken verdict of an

audience of appreciative aud deeply interested spectators. Her versatility of character is remarkable. The transition from tne gay to the pathetic, from the heait burdened, sorrowing grand daughter to the reckless, romping, pauper child, Is so sudden and withal so true to nature as to hold her listeners spell bound from the commencement to the

Manager Clifford has displayed most excellent Judgment in hisselectlou ofaotrong company or fine artists, and we unhesitatingly pronounce them to bo the best sup* porters of Miss Putnam who have ever ap. peared with her In this city.

Qullp, or the dwarf, as rendered by Mr. F. Kennlcott, was in every way excellent, while Mr. Oglesby, as Dick Swlveller, was an immense success, affording much merriment by his lordly style and manly bearlug. Grandfataer Trent was admirably represented by Mr. Arnold, and w. H. Gould's Sampson Brass was nnequaled. In truth, the acting of the entire company was first class in every particular we trust the management will reproduce this play one night during the wee*, as many of our vliltor«and citizens who did not have an opportunity of attending last evening are eager to witness Miss Putnam's masterpi

We say to one and all, go and see this company. They are good in everything, and we promise you an evening's fine entertainment.

A CARD.

TEKBK HAUTE,Sept.12,1379.

Editor Saturday Evening Mall: DKAR SIB—While the people are looking at the productions of the Bartlett bindery, and admiring tbem, I trust, I deem it a fitting time te explain my perianal relations to that concern.

They are the same as tbey have been for the last five years. Before that time 1 owned and carried it on. Was then compelled to sell it t* help pay my debts. Since then have worked hard to help bnlld It op, depending on a share of its profits for my pay. Its success is mine. Tb« bindery and tbe financial proprietor, Mr. Conzman, are worthy of your patronage. Besides this employment, I am sell ng books and stationery tor Jansen, McClurg A Co.,'.bicago. My hope is, by close attention to business, soon to pay ont and buy a share In the bindery. Till then, I must do tbe best I can. Have not quit tbe bindery business, have not left Terre Haute and gone to Chicam. as reported by some. Expect to stick to It to the end, and win jf_1 live long enough. Yours truly, O. BARTLETT.

LET SOMEBODY TRY IT.

Philadelphia Reoord.

may be seen at bis establishment, and

Mr. Smith will soon have a very definite u— ik. vain* nfcnnkliflitv.. Idea of tbe value 0? publicity

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Tbe newspaper la Incomparable as 1 means of communication between man and man. If John Smith advertises in tbe Reoord to-morrow that he has received 100 oases of imported silks, the feat Is brought to tbe attention of two or three hundred thousand people. If any of them want silk thev visit John Smith's establishment, and if tbey can trade with him to advantage they will buy of blm. Tbey do not mention to John that they are indebted to tbe Reoord for information of bis whereabouts and his stock in trade, and Jobn does -M4C not believe it. But let tbe Record advertlse that John Smith bas stolen one hundred esses of imported silks, which