Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 14, Number 15, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 6 October 1883 — Page 5

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THE MAIL

A PAPER FOR THE PEOPLE.

THE RAMBLER.

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The public will be none the loser from "the fact of the city having two good or•cheetras and brass bands. And the fact "of there being not the best feeling between the rival organizations will inure to the beneflt of the public also. It will 'put them on their mettle, and each will ^-strive to outdo the other, and we will .have better music than we have had for some time. Competition is the life of .trade, in musk: as well as in other bnsi-

The Ringgold never did produce

-4such excellent maaic as when the Mc-

"Seen Cadet band was in existence and a .bidder for public patronage. But they sthey had the inside track on the younger -organization and gradually it was push•ed to the wall, and its members absorbed Into the Ringgold. Now the Apollo -tend (not a bad selection of a name, by the way) contains nearly all these former **members of the Cadet band, other* of the ^Ringgold, and a new leader. This city can certainly support two orohestras -during the winter, and then next summer the Presidential campaign will employ all the wind-workers (not in the way of music alone, either) that can be driven together. Everything is bound to boom during presidential year.^7

Even base ball people all over the •country are counting onj^iboom" from the election excitements The profits of the leading clubs have been enormous this year, running all the way from $4,000 in the smaller cities up to |66,000 in the larger. And they expect to surpass these figures next year, and are engaging players at such fabulous salaries that one wonders if a well known saying could not be appropriately worded, "It is better to be abase ball player than to be President." The regular season here will qlose to-morrow, though it is likely a game or two will be played next week, one for the benefit of the players themselves. No definite steps have been taken towards securing players for next season, as the policy of the management Is not yet determined. With the proper management a good club can be made to pay here, as the interest in the sport exceeds that of any other city in the State. In the eyes of some this does not redound to the credit of our city, but there are people and people, and a great many

Of them are hard to please. One thing 1b certain, that nine persons out of every ten of average intelligence who witness a well played game, cannot help but get Interested.

The smallpox panic at Oakland, Ills., has brought the pest house question again before the people, and while there *.|s no cause for needless alarm, it is well enough to realize that we have a city of 30,000 population withoat a vestige of a •peat house for the care of a smallpox patient, should one chance to develop here. It is true that we might allow him to live in the Woods under a oanvas tent, while a temporary wooden shelter was building, but then it is not pleasant to think about, especially if in our fancy we plaoe ourselves or a relative in the place of the stricken one. It is true that doctors differ as widely on the smallpox question and the various methods of treating it an they do on every other question. But whether a permanent building, or a temporary one to be afterward destroyed, or a canvas tent, is the better plaoe in which to treat the •oourge, it is neoeesary that we should have some plaoe to remove a patient,and •ome way to remove. Last winter a poor, homeless boy, ragged and almost starving, but a human all the same, and entitled to good treatment, was allowed to wander around the streets in a stricken oondltion, while the doctors debated among themselves as to which of them ahould pass on his oase, and say whether or not he should have the freedom of the cdty. His disease proved to be the smallpox, but fortunately he did not oommunioate it to the many with whom be had come in contact. It was almost a miracle, and the same persons would sot oars to take equal chances again. An ounce of prevention diatanoes any number of pounds of cure when It comes to smallpox, and the public demands that (the proper authorities take the necessary «teps to prevent the appearance, or at least the spreading of the aoourge here.

I hear that the "keno" games which «were banished a short time ago, are ahortly to be resumed, and, In fact, are being worked now in a quiet way. The -chief of police did about the proper thing with them before, and shonld repeat his •weeding out process. 80 much has been written of the game of "keno" that it is -eoaroely worth while to repeat It here, but there are soma persona who do not know of all the robbing schemes which have been hit upon by the ingenuity of •man, the game in which the robbed stands the least show Is "keno." And the game Is rendered all the worse from **be fact that it is the boysaud young men who cannot realise what little show they bave that yield the profits to the ^"houses" where keno is played.

More about gambling. A well known gamester said in my hearing the other day that gambling Is a thermometer by which the prosperity or reverses of a city and its people can easily be reckoned. The prosperity of a community rests with the great middled—new. When tbey are prospering we have good times when it is the reverse we have hard times. And when these middle olssiw have money to throw away In gambling, you can bet times are good, said the

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gambler. This knight of the green cloth said further that Terre Haute was becoming a poor place for gamblers that they were kept hustling to make a liv ing. Taking the other portion of his conversation Into consideration, we must either infer that Terre Haute is not proepering, or, what is the wiser plan, that the man of the dice and cards bad been playing in hard luck, and was correspondingly gloomy.

The gamester's remarks were addressed to a man who seemed very inquisitive to know this and that about the art or profession, whichever yon may choose to it. Among other Interesting facts brought forth in the conversation was the statement that our neighboring city of Paris is the besft town of its size in the country for gamblers. The men seem to have plenty of money to spend in this way, and are not averse to parting with it. According to this statement a sporting gentleman can live on the fat of the land in Paris. This may be considered a pointer for gen! proclivities.

in with sporting

TH| PASSING SHOW.

SHOWS AND SHOW FOLKS J-iXA-. An audience that ^completely packed the Opera House Wedneeday, and another large gathering on Thursday evening, notwithstanding the rain storm, witnessed the interesting drama of "Romany Rye." This play depends more on its romantic coloring and scenic richness than for literary worth. But for that matter fine writing is at a discount on the stage. The fact is, the mass of people go to the theater to be amused, and, so long as there Is a rapid change of scene, a sensation or asurprise in every act, they care not for literary merit. The sharp dramatist knows that to secure that popularity which takes form in dollars be must produce effects for the eye. In tnis respect "Romany Rye surpasses anything yet produced on our stage. It is also notable for ite great variety of strongly drawn personations, which in the hands the earnest actors of this excellent company, go to make up a very interesting entertainment.

Josephine Rellly three years ago made her debut at the Grand Opera House, Cincinnati, with such favor that she went to Boston and haB ever since been studying hard for the stage. Last night she appeared at the Opera House as Julia in the "Hunchback," and this afternoon and evening, Romeo and Juliet will be given. The play last night was well mounted, the costumes being particularly rich. Miss Reiley's voice Is not strong, but what Is laoking in this regard she makes up in animation, and altogether makes a clevef Julia. Clifford was well given with| spirit and fine elooutlon by Frederick Paulding, who showB marked improvement since his first visit here. Miss Dow's "Helen" and Mr. Leffingwell's "Master Walter" are deserving of special mention.

One of the most delightful dramatic entertainments of the season will be that of "Esmeralda," on Wednesday night, presented by the Madison Square Theater company. The fact that this drama originally ran 860 nights at the home theater in New York, and has since been produced over 1200 consecutive times in all parts of the United States and Canada, proves conclusively that it has been acceptable to the great majority of the theater-goers in tnis country. It has been a greater financial success than any other play, excepting possibly, "Hazel Klrke," which has been longer on the stage. The oompany that appears here has In it Benj. Maginley, Joseph Wheelock, Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Walcot, Miss Louise Dillon, Mrs. Kate DeninWiison, and others, thus Insuring a strong, presentation of the characters. Miss Louise Dillon, the "Esmeralda," will wear some very elegant new dresses, recently brought from Europe. The scenery is a special feature, and under the management of Mr. Q. W. Presbry, the Inventor, makes changes In the remarkably quick space of forty seconds from the first to the seoond act, and one minute from the third to the fourth,

The Inimitable Nat. C. Goodwin and his talented wife will on Thursday evening produce for the first time in this city their new oomical play entitled "A Terrible Time." Whatever the merit of the piece, Mr. Goodwin Is such a composite of varied fun and genuine humor the public will find enjoyment enough In the performance to warrant a full house. The merry couple are no popuiar here there Is no serious question raissd to the worth of the medium that introduces them. But we understand "A Terrible Time** Is really a laughable play, and has already the stamp of worth upon it from trials given it elsewhere. Tbe piece Is in three sets, and judging from a synopsis, Is full of laughaole situations and incidents. Mr. Goodwin has the character of Mons. Pierre Barnaby, a rich and virtuous lawyer who has the misfortune to find himself in many equivocal positions, from which be hss tbe greatest difficulty In extricating himself. Mrs. Goodwin has the role of Bella Simpson, a wealthy American heiress, unfortunate enough to marry a French swell, who finally decamps. She hunts for him In male attire, and, passing through many oon plications, finally captures him and becomes reconciled to htm. There area balf-doaen other characters that add to the mixed interest, Including two maiden aunts of extreme views. Of this company are Miss Bmi Weatbewby, Miss Jennie Weatbereby, Mrs. Brutone, Frank Roberts, William Herbert and K. H.

See.

Charles E. Blanchett, the veteran business manager, though by no means old In years, now representing the Madison Square Theater Company, brightened The Mail with hie ever welcome presence last evening.

Edwin Booth is morbidly sensitive about his brother, John Wilkes, and dislike to hear his name mentioned in his presence. When he arrived in Paris on his recent professional tour the evening journals announced that "Monsieur Booth, whose brother assassinated Monsieur le President, has come to town." This announcement nearly unfitted him for the hard work before him.

Pat Rooney played an engagement at Syracuse, N. Y., while "Alvin Joslyn" showed. Pat procured a number of immense chunks of glass and put them in another window labeled, "Pat Rooney's diamonds, presented by the Queen of Spain value, 93,000,000." In another part of the window was a fifty-cent clock labeled, "Pat Rooney's watch value, f10,000." A sentinel with gun In hand marched up and down during the entire day.

The Chicago News-Letter says Alvin Joslyn is having apiece written for him especially designed to exhibit bis diamonds. It is called Dom Pedro or Mexican Magnificence, and was Incited by an account somebody read to Mr. Davis, in which it stated that "Dom Pedro, of Brazil, wears white silk and white satin when be sits on bis throne, a necklace of immense diamonds and emeralds and a laee cravat." Won't Joslyn look a daisy in these duds 7 "Nobody on the stage," says an old actress "neither man nor woman, kisses from choice. At least, I have never known It to be BO. It is not a pleasant operation, no matter how much the people might like one another. They are both covered with paint, grease and powder, and often withprespiration, for kissing is the usual wind-up to an exciting and passionate scene, and the contact of tbe two faces, or even the lips, is unusually unpleasant. Any sort of an actor or actress, If they know anything of their art, can simulate kissing quite as effectively as if the kiss were real. No matter how much one Is excited by the scene, a kiss invariably spoils the glamour of tbe actress. It dispels the illusion and brings one back to earth. On that ground alone I always objected to being kissed on the stage, even beyond the paint and grease idea. Actresses who consent to be kissed on tbe stage must want to be kissed very badly—that's my experience."

THE BETTER WORLD.

CHURCHES, PASTOR AND PEOPLE

The oentral association of the Congregational churches and ministers of this State will meet at West Vigo next Tueeday and Wednesday October 9th and 10th. Rev. Chas. Pitman Crofts of this dty, is chairman of the committee on arrangements. The following Is the programme for tbe meeting: Tuesday, 7 p. m. sermon, Robert MoOune. Wednesday 8:80a.m. Devotional service L.

Roao.

a. m. Organization and Reports from churches. 9:30 a m. Discussion how to increase efflciency of oburohes, F. A. Glancey and

InfftyB.

10:45 Paper, Revelation of God in Nature, J. T. doovell, followed by discussion. 1:15 p. m. business meeting. 2 p. m. examination of candidate fer Ordination. 8 p. m. Influence of Christian Homes, by L.

P. Boseand E. Frame.

4 p. m. Children's,meeting, O. C. MoCulloch. 7 p. m. Sermon, N? A. Hyae, D. D. 7tf5 Ordination service followed,by the Lord's 'Supper.

Rev. S. F. Dunham has an invitation to beoome first assistant to the Rector of St. Marks church, Philadelphia, and it is so tempting thst he is undecided whether to accept the call to the church at Albion, N. Y.

At the Central Presbyterian church, preaching to-morrow morning and evening by Rev. Thos. Parry. Subjects: "God's will Is good will." In the evening tbe questions will be answered, "What am IT Where am ir Whither do I go?"

At Greenwood Presbyterian ohurch tomorrow, Rev. James Skinner's subjects of discourse will be: In morning, "Sources of Immortality." In theevening, "India, what Christianity has done for it." Ail Interested in mission work are especially invited to attend the evening service.

To-morrow will be "harvest day" In tbe Congregational church. The theme will be taken up In the morning sermon. In tbe afternoon the Sunday School will have Its Harvest service, to be followed by the baptism of children, and in the evening there will he a servioeof song appropriate to .the occasion. The church will be trimmed with grain and fruits of the season.

Services at St. Stephen's to-morrow at the usual hours: Litany 10:15 a. m., Matins, Sermon and Holy Communion II a. m., Even Song 4£0 p. m.

Tbe Congregational and Presbyterian ministers of St. Louis have voted to discontinue publishing their notices in tbe Sunday newspaper*.

A clergyman in Tennessee Is known as tbe "satisfying preacher." Whenever a church begins to grow tired of its regular pastor tbe "satisfying preacher" is sent for. And so atrociously bad is be" that after beating him once or twice the congregation is entirely "satisfied" to keep the preacher it has.

At a recent Southern camp meeting the eloquent divine saidx "Tbe wheels of the righteous shriek and groan as tbey toil up the hill of salvation and over tbe rats of temptation and tbe bridge of damnation, and have to scrowdge pretty lively to get up at all but tbe sinner, with greased wheels and flying colon,

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slips down to tarnation llkeadoseof oil, with a rip and a whiz, and raises no dust whatever.

A pleasant novelty is seen in Paris, in the church to which Pere Hyacinths ministers. The deacons who pass the contribution plates courteously eay "Thank you" to those who drop money in. To those who frequent the churches in this country, such a practice seems odd. It Is the custom of the brethren who carry the plates and baskets In our churches to go their rounds with solemn monotony of countenance, and without recognition of even their most intimate friends whom they may see in the pews. The only thing that can disturb the equanimity of our collectors is the dropping into the plate of a larger contribution than customary. Some time ago in a Pennsylvania country church a stranger put a hundred-dollar note In the basket. It almost paralyzed the good deacon who was gathering the money, and It was the talk of the church people for months afterward. The plan of politely acknowledging a donation with a pleasant bow or a courteous word Is one which might with advantage be introduced among our chnrchs.

POSTAL POINTS.

The change in postage is only on letters going out of the city. Drop letters for city delivery require a two cent stamp* the same as will carry a letter to California.

Three cent stamps will not be exchanged for two'sat tbepostoffice. They are, of course still good to send a two cent letter on Its way.

We are requested by-Postmaster Jones to give notice that from and after Monday Oct 8th, the Money Order Postal Note and Registry 'department of the office, will be closed at 5 o'clock in the evening.

MARRIAGE LICENSES. The following marriage licenses have been issued since our last report:

James HJBarr and Sarah J. Ferguson. Jacob F. Ellingei and Jennie J. English. William Franklin and Mollle Decker. Nicholas Yeager and Sarah E. Liston. Littleton Walker and Sarah B. Holly. Silas V. Tichenor and Ruth E. Boyll. Edward Ridgley and Moilie Parks. John F, Shaffer and Carrie Parsones. Cyrus Reed and Theodosla Bledsoe. Albert Hunt and Mary E. Mundell.

JOHN Daeinus RKESB, only son of Samuel T. Reese, died at eight o'clock last evening st his home on south Seventh street. His disease was spinal meningitis and It was only about two weeks ago that any serious alarm was felt as to tan aliment. He was a leading member of the McKeen Cadets, and greatly loved by his companions. It is inexpressibly sad that one so robust, so full of life, and whose future seemed so bright, should have to pass thus early through death's dark door.

Say what yon may about gamblers, there are much worse people. They are fond of diamonds, yet- will lay them down many a time to pick up a plain spade. They are not extravagant they always take care of the chips. They are not afraid 6f soiling their hands with a poker, snd their 'affectionate disposition is shown by the fact that although they sometimes strike their uncle, it is generally done to obtain means for the support of their ante.

THB project of building the railroad to the southwest has been revived. A meeting was held in the court house, Thursday evening, the subject discussed and much interest manifested. A committee, consisting of H. Hulman, W. E. McLean, John T. Scott, J. A. Parker and Robert Cox, was appointed to Interview our business men and report at a future meeting. No enterprise could benefit the dty more greatly than the building of a road In this direction.

GUBX AI/VTS, a switchman in the employ of the E. T. H., while walking on the track at Tenth and Poplar streets, was run over by the switching engine and both legs crushed, so that they had to be amputated, whioh was done by Dr. Foultson, Willien and Crapo. The unfortunate man lives on Lafayette street. He has a wife, but no children.

THK fire esoape at the Opera House Is oompieted, and the house, which wss packed full Wednesday evening, wss, with this additional means of exit, emptied in three minutes. Wilson Naylor has kept has kept his pledge to the public to make the house absolutely safe incase of afire or panic.

TEI 900th anniversary of German Emigration to America will be celebrated at Turner Hall to-morrow evening. Addresses will be made by Judge Long, F. V. Bichowsky and C. Wittig. No charge made for admission.

Tan strike of tbe coal miners, in Clay county was of short dnrstion. The operators on Thursday afternoon agreed to give tbe advance asked—fifteen cents ton—end the men went towork yester« dsy.

I* IsMid there Is one lawyer tot every seven hundred people in the United States. If this be true, Terre Haute has more than her quota- that is, if we count all as lawyers who have their names on the bar list.

THK Appolo Band goes to Paris tomorrow to play for the funeral of flh Knight Dock Reeves, who died suddenly of heart disease yesterday treeing.

THX northeast poHion of tbe dty Is growing with great rapidity. Tbe houses erested out that way this season are mostly amall frame dwellings.

THS annual meeting of tbe ex-Union prisoners of this congressional district will be held In the

Mayor's

next Tuesday evening.

Court room

THE Maennerchor, assisted by the Ringgold Band, will give a concert and evening entertainment at Dowllng Hall to-morrow night.

A TWO-STORY brick business block is to be built by Isaac N. Pierce, on the northeast corner of Fifth and Mulberry, at a cost of f4000.

WHKN one patent medicine will cure so many diseasee, it Is not understood why druggists keep so many kinds of medldne.

J. A. MARSHALL is giving visitors to the Opera Music Store Baldwin's Musical Review, filled with music and musical news.

OSCAR DUBNWBO'S opening reception to his former pupils and friends will be tendered at Dowllng Hall next Tueeday evening.

THK Mayor has called the timely attention of the police to contractors who obstruct the streets with building material.

THIS new musical organization is to be known as the "Apollo Band." It will make brass and string muaio.

MANY ladies prefer a bustle made of newspapers to any of the new fangled shapes in the stores.

Fms or six excursions will be run Into the dty this month and next by Owen, Plxley fc Co.

THK pay of Postmaster Jones, under the new adjustment, Is f2,900 a year—a reduction of flOO.

THKBK are forty commerdal travelers —better known as "drummers"—residing In this dty.

CONANT & SON'S new mill on Water street will begin to grind the latter part of next month.

THE tramps arrested for vagrancy are to be put at work In deanlng up Collett Park, vvvv ,v-,-:4y-

THK day schools opened some weeks ago, and now we have the nights cool.

THE rains this week have caused the farmers to rejoice.

—Moore & Langen's popularity as printers comes from thdr taking an honest pride in doing good and correct work, In having presses and type of the best, in being prompt In delivery, and reasonable in charges. For the best printing call at Moore A Langen's, In Printing House Square/

—The base ball season will close with to-morrow's game, but Plnnell will continue to furnish his choice meats to his favored lists of customers, constantly increasing In numbers. If you are troubled to get good meat, just call or send your orders a few times to James H. Plnnell, 27 north Fourth street, and you will "take no other."

—10c Sheeting only 6£c at Foster's.

—Mr. Oscar Duenweg will resume his classes In dandng Monday evening Oct. 15th for Ladies and Gentlemen. For juveniles, Wednesday afternoon Oct. 17tb, at 4 o'dock.

Academy, Opera Hall. v*

—Wool Cashmeres 10c at Foster's.

—Tbe Apollo Band and Orchestra, under the management of Touted McKennan, and leadership of Prof. Geo. Burt, announces itself in readiness to furnish the dtlsens of Terre Haute and surrounding country with first class music on all occasions at moderate prices. Call and see us at McKennan A McClure's cigar store, on Ohio street.

—Foster's Black Cashmere

880

to 96c.

—MBS. DouaiiASS has just received the most complete line of stylish millinery, Indudlng novel ties feathers, velvets, and winter trimmings, children's velvet and crochet hoods. Call and examine her beautiful trimmed goods, 826 east Main street.

Gents, ask to see the James Means $3.00 shoes in all styles at A. P. RIVETS, 826 Main street. Sign of the Bankrupt Store

Hurrah for The White

TR A., At the recent Grange Fair east of the dty, through the merits of this wonderful machine, It carried away more ribbons than any exhibitor on the grounds and when the WHITB g^ts awards It is given it because of its merits. A tree is known by its products likewise is a sewing machine known, and the WHITB always Is ahead, because It produces better, stronger, fander and more elaborate work than any other machine in the world. The representatives of the WHITS don't have to do any juggling or bulldozing with any exhibition to get them to bestow favors, as our would-be competitors have done in the past though I will say that this same competitor—as in the last Vigo oounty fair—is saved the above trouble when tbey have no? competition. —See fine Muslins

CHEAP COAL.

and see oub immense line of

CHILDREN'S

Our people will do well to see Loveae^

for over the river coal, at reasonable^ rates. Postofflce address, Maxvllle, Ind.

WINDOW SHADES, ETC. c,

It is to every housekeeper's Interest to oall and see onr goods before purchasing, as we. are seSllrig goods below coat. We are compelled to sell, in order to make room for? Spring goods.

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"Sportingmen's Supplies." The new Parker Top Snap, vf Colts English and German ^. Breech and Muzzle Loading Guns American, Wood, Dittmar and Dupont's Sporting Powder Paper and Brass Shot Shells Concentrators and Black and Pink-Edge Wads.^ \v, Shells loaded carefully to or-

der, at No. 22 north 4th. R. R. TEEL & BRO.

E SHALL OFFER

—FOB THH—

LOOK AT OUR PRICES BROWN BLANK PAPERS, worth 12%c sold at 7c a roll. WHITE BLANK PAPERS, 31 worth 15 and 18o sold at 10c a roll. FLAT GROUND PAPERS, worth 26c sold at 15c a roll.' FINE GOLD PAPERS, V. worth 50c sold at 80c a roll, BORDERS to match papers,

WINDOW SHADES and FIXTURES, *, complete for 60c. SHADE TRIMMINGS are marked down veiy low."" CURTAIN POLES, worth fl.26 marked down to 76c.

claims against'laid estate for allowance.! Hearing of this eanse set for October 10th 1882. Witness, the Clerk and Seal of said Oonrt/ at Terre Hante, Indiana, this 21st day

Fathers and Mothers:

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INVITED TO CALL

CLOTHING

JUST RECEIVED FROM MANUFACTURES AT

OVEN, PKLEY CO.

ONE HUNDRED MEN

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at Foster's.

from Vigo county should go west with k*? W. T. Leggett next Tuesday, the 9th. Low rates. —BEST BARBED WIRE fiat or twisted, Painted 634 cents, Galvanized! 7M cents per pound at A. G. AUSTIN A CO'S. I

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NEXT THIRTY DAYS

GREAT BARGAINS ||'f

WALL PAPER®!

prices in proportion.

FINE DADO SHADES, prices marked down very low.

In fact all oar goods are marked down. 'fU This is the GREATEST 8LATGHTER ever made in Wall Paper In Terre Haute. Re-'^, member this is only for THIRTY DAYS, We mean what we say. Call and see. We% /V have none bntthe best of papers hangers. ill

Traqnaii &Wilkes, 656 Main st McKeen Block OTICE OF INSOLVENCY

the matter of the estate of Caroline 8at-H tier, deceased—in the Vigo Circuit Court--/ No. 608.

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Notice is hereby given that upon petition \ffiled In Raid Court by the Administrator of .-"f said estate, setting up the Insufficiency of thef. ," at of a id to a a liabilities thereof, the Judge of said Oonrt did. & on the 21st day of September, 1888, find said estate to be probably insolvent, and order lhe

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notified of file theirs

N. SMITH, Clark.

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