Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 14, Number 37, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 8 March 1884 — Page 8

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PAPER FOR THE PEOPLE.

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VOTES AND OBSERVATIONS ON MAT--«.r? TEB8 ABOUND TOWN.

To a disinterested observer It would seem that some of oar councilman are attempting to make some cheap political capital oat of tbef unding ordinances that liave been working hard to make their -way throngh the city council. The ordinance originally introduced by Mr. MoKeen was a good one, and the rate of interest was even lower than tbat in the ordinance presented by one of the Democratic members. -Bat that was the trouble about it—it had merit. If passad at all it must be a Democratic measure, and so amendment after amendment have been added until but a semblance of the original remains. And about the lightest pretext for a change -was that of dividing |10,000 of the issue into bonds of 100, for the benefit of men of moderate means, who would like to invest ia city bonds in small sums. As if a man with from flOO to f600 to inTest would be likely to put it into five per cent, bonds, which are subject to taxation, and would bring him not more that three and a half per cent, clear. He can find ready investments for his money at from seven to ten per cent., and while he can do this, city bonds will not attract him. It was simply an attempt for political effect, and if legislation for the future benefit of the city is to be carried on in this way, but little good will result from it. And then, •gain, the amendment cutting off commission for the negotiation of the bonds, and making the interest payable here were for the effect of killing the ordinance, or rendering it worthless. If there is any merit in the plan of funding the city's debt—and there must be from the evident effort of each party to introduce the successful one—there should be some method of acting on it id whioh politics would

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The inoffensive rdttiarks in last week's ^Rambler in regard to prospective weddings, with the closing intimation that perhaps one reason theTerre Haute girls were so willing to go away from home for husbands, is that they know the Terre Haute young men too well, has called forth an answer from an unexpected source. A sensible young married woman writes a spirited letter, in which she disputes the truth of that statement, and maintains that it is the young men who know the young women too well, rather than the reverse. She sayB: 'What young man on one of the moderate salaries that are paid in this city would be willing to attempt to keep up the extravagances of the young women In the middle and higher classes of •odety— the young women who know nothing of household duties and accomplishments and cgjenly boast of it. When the girls begin to learn something, more of them will have opportunities to get married—and I am afraid some of them »111 wait some time." This is severe, coming as it does from a woman, and while it may meet with the endorsement of the young men, but it certainly entitles the young woiren to a hearing.

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Enough of our people were willing to pay from seventy-five cents to a dollar and half a seat to make a $900 house to aee Lawrence Barrett this week now 1st us observe how many are willing to pay a half dollar to help the G. A. R. in their "Union Spy" performance next week. Lent did not keep a great many away from Barrett, but it will prevent a great many (rum atteudiug this show.

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The Rambler prophecies that of Prof. Arthur McKnight, "the. boy orator," whose health was shattered by exposure while a captive in the hands of the ^mes Buys" should return here with his "Maid Queen," that he will nol create the stir he did en his first visit. The parents who went to the expense of tarnishing costumes for their children that the professor might derive a beneftt therefrom will not be over anxious to repeat the performance, and unless be manifests a willingness to divide his profits with the little ones there will not be much to divide.

If Terre Haute does not enjoy a boom this year greater than she lias ever before known, then all indications fall. "With the new manufacturing establishments that are to be erected, and the many projected business aud dwelling liouaes, we ought to increase our population several thousand this year.

The political battle is now on us, beginning with the Democratic convention to-day, and from this time on to DM ides of November we will be treated to a constant series of campaign lies, followed by a necessary "nailing." Mea whom we have respected before will be painted in such dark colors that we will be ashamed to recognise them—and all this because a Townahlp Trustee, Councilman, and Oonnty, State and National officers are te be elected. About tbe only branch of business that will enjoy tan unusually great increase of trade as a direct result of this, will be the saloons aad bow they will make money It would be something of a novel iy to have candidate come oat boldly and declare that he would not electioneer with this ielement, and ask tbe better class of pe to vote tor him, and jet I believe that such a candidate could be sleeted, Client of eheer admiration of his very au«4adty. And It would be unparalleled

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audacity, indeed—so rare that we need expect none of it here.

I dare say that moee girls are brought to ruin and shame in a campaign year like than in any other of the four. Tbe torchlight processions and after night political demonstrations have such an effect in drawing crowds on the streets, that the girls must needs be witnesses, and they are brought in eontaet with many opportunities for insult, flirtation, and other steps that lead down to the end, shame. If mothers would keep better watch on their daughters there would be less stories to relate of this kind.

The closing of certain of the schools this week, on aocoupt of a coal famine has brought the miners' strike home to our people. But one ride of the strike has been printed, and tbat of the operators, and not the miners. It is safe to say tbat if tbe operators succeed in cutting their men down in price it will have no effect on the consumers in this market, who will pay as much for coal if it is mined for seventy-five cents ss if a dollar is paid. When the matter is looked at in this light, the miners are given a reason for holding out for the greater price. But they will be defeated as ususl. The operators made the cut st a time when they knew tbe men couldn't afford to strike, and of course will win. &

^f| PURELY PERSONAL.

N. G. Buff is home bjftt is in very feeble heslth. Frank Brittlebank is very dangerously sick.

Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Burnett are boarding at Mrs. Hedden's Samuel Thompson is sick at his residence on Ohio street.

Mrs. Crofts still remains much prostrated, and is not yet able to sit up. Oscar Schrader and wife are cosily settled on the corner of Oak and Seventh.

John Paddock will engage with Capt. Armstrong in the insurance business. MrS. Chauncy Warren is slowly convalescing! being able to sit up for a short time."

Thodore Hudnut and Mrs. Byrnshave come over from the Bermudas to Jacksonville, Florida.

Uncle Harry Ross is quite feeble, and bis friends are anxious for pleasant weather on his account.-

L. F. Purdue is able to attend to business, having had a narrow escape from aseige of malarial fever.

Thomas G. Davis, of the Davis singing family, went to Chattanooga, this week to take charge of a blast furnace.

Frank Miller has returned from the Westfleld college, and is now clerking in bis father's clothing store.

Rev. E. Frank Howe has been down among the flood sufferers this week, distributing Peoria's contribution.

J. W. Cruft has been elected a stockholder of the Water Works company in place of the late W. B. Tuell.

John Talbot has gone to Kansas City, but he will return, in the sweet by and by, and when he goes back it will not be alone.

W. T. Leggett returned from Worthington, yesterday, where he contracted with a large party who are moving to Kansas.

Rev. Dr. Delafield, rector of the Epispal church, is at home to all his friends every Monday, at his pleasant residence on Ohio street.

Mrs. R. C. Yoris, widow of the late Jerry Yoris, died at her home on South Thirteenth-and-a-half street, on last Wednesday night.

MIHS Carile Gould went to Minneapolis this week with Mr. and Mrs. Will Steele, with whom she will visit for some considerable time.

Dr. Erskein and Mrs. T. H. Riddle went to Mat toon this morning summoned by the daugerous illness of Mrs. E. H. Rightsell, mother of Mrs. Riddle.

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good people who are observing

Lent by absenting themselves from all amusements, decided to go and hear Barrett and "not count just that once."

S. C. Stimson still remains in quite a precarious condition. The death of two children and a sister, within a few weeks, have added to the general depression caused by his delicate health.

Conductor Lon Lee is able to sit up and has good chanches of recovery thanks to his good constitution and temperate habits—but it will be several weeks before he can go on duty again.

Harry Slaughter, of this dty was badly shahen up in a railroad accident, near St. Jo. Missouri, a few days since. He was severely bruised about the bead and shoulder, bat no bones were broken.

Hon. R. B. F. Pierce, of Crawfotdsville, made us a call on Monday. He doesn't say In so many words that he 1s a candidate for Congress, bat it doesn't take a half hour's talk to find be Is "in the bands of his friends."

Harry Brokaw did not give Texas a fair show. As sociable as the oow boys are reported to be, be could not have become intimately acquainted with them la two weeks. Texas Is a bad plaoe for "homesickness," as many a northern boy can testify.

The decision of Justice Harlan, this week, ID the Illinois Midland railway ease, gives Mr. L. Gen is an honorable discharge as receiver. He has been bitterly attacked by the contesting bondholders, and this victory is pleasant news here to his fellow townsmen.

TERRE HAUTE SATURDAY EVENING- MAIL.

Mr. A. Hers will go east next Thurs-j dsy to select Spring novelties for the Bazar,.

J. P. Brennan, the merchant tailor, has made an assignment to P. W. Stack. His liabilities are only fl,700, with 93,000 assets.

J. Q. Button and wife and Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Hamilton have been in Jacksonville, Ills., this week, attending the funeral of Samuel W. King, a cousin of Mr. Hamilton and Mrs. Button!, t«

Dr. R. W. Van Valzah, of Richardson A Van Valzah, attended tbe alumni banquet of Indiana Dental College, at Indianapolis Wednesday evening, where he waa honored with the position of toast master/

Helen Jetton hss retired from the

Miss Helen Jeffers has retired from the choir at St. Stephen's church. It is stated thst there is no dissatisfaction, further than that' Miss Jeffers thinks her services sre worth more than the church officials feel they are able to pay at present.

The last winter has been very hard on old people and many families have been compelled to part with those who had grown dearer with every passing yesr. This affliction has fallen with especial severity upon Mrs. Dr. Thompson, who, in the short space of seven weeks, lost by death, a beloved sister and two brothers.

The baby crop is unusually good this spring and R. Forster has prepared for it by laying in a big stock of Baby Wagons at bis new place, No. 320 Main street. Nice line of Parlor Sets.

P. P. Mischler is rapidly getting back his old patrons since he opened the place so long occupied by Joe Rupp, on Main east of Sixth street. He has the best meats of every kind to be had in this market.

R. L. Ball is wishing for pleasant weather so that tbe ladies can get down to his place of business and inspect his fine stock of stoves and tinware. Of tbe latter he has a big stock made up, and his Stoves have a well established reputation for bei the best. He has the cheapest Cistern Pump in tbe market, which he sells for only $4 warranted in all respects.

Letter-paper, envelopes, visiting, reception, wedding, and gi^t cards go out of style with just as much rapidity as dresses, bonnets, shoes, and collars. As etiquette prescribes the form and design of each, it behooves every member of society who values his reputation to keep himself posted on these matters. If you would keep up with the style make your purchases at Button A Co's., Central Book Store, the recognized headquarters for nobby stationery.

The year 1884 is with us and the work of another year is before us. Among other things to be done, and there will be papering you will find a suitable stock to select from at J. W. Roberts & Co's elegant establishment, corner of Sixth and Ohio streets. Their business has grown immensely the past year, on account of reasonable oharges, and the artistic style of work nnder Mr. Roberts' direction. With large experience and the display of delicate taste he directs the corps of paper hangers in his employ in producing the prettiest effects in perfect harmony with the surroundings.

—New Embroideries this week at A. Z. Foster's Dry Goods and Carpet House.

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—W. T. Leggett's first cheap Kansas excursion for 1884 will be March 11th. His regular trips are Mar. 18, and Apr. 1. If you want to go on a cheap trip, go on the 11th. —Curtain Poles, endless variety, at Foster's.

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ANY MAN CAN PAY For a lot in 10 years.

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East of Fourteenth on Popular to be sold on ten years time. J. H. BLAKE, 225 Ohio Street.

—New Lace Curtains at Foster's.

Shoes noted for Style, Excelanceand Durability can be found at the "Famous" Shoe Store, 513 Main street.

P. J. KAUFMAN

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ALWAYS AHEAD.

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NEW POTATOES, NEW TOMATOES, NEW ASPARAGUS, JERSEY 8WEET POTATOES,

RUTABAGA TURNIPS, SOUP BUNCHES, GIANT CELERY,

SPRING ONIONS, PIEPLANT, OYSTER PLANTS,

CUCUMBERS, SPINACH, KALE.

DRESSED TURKEYS DRESSED CHICKENS, BUCKWHEAT FLOUR,

SWEET CIDER, RADISHES, LETTUCE,

PARSLEY, PARSNIPS.

The fact that the Trade at the famous" Shoe Store is steadily increasing is conclusive evidence that the owners of that Store know their Business and are doing their duty towards their customers.

REMINISCENCES OF ROCHESTER

THE FALLS OF THB GENESEB AND SAM PATCH'S FATAL LEAP-ONE OF ITS BUSINESS HOUSES AND

ITS GREAT MAGNITUDE.

The prefeent floods, which are either devastating or threatening the country in every direction, are justly cause for apprehension. No matter whether they come suddenly or by slow degrees, they are, in either case, a great evil and much to be dreaded, and yet America will be always troubled by these spring overflows. Probably one of the most disastrous that was ever known, occured in Rochester, N. Y., about twenty years ago. The Genesee river, just above the falls, where Sam Patch made his final and fatal leap, because completely blockaded by ice, forming an impassable dam, and the water coming down the Genesee river overflowed the principal portion of tbe city of Rochester. This catastrophe would have been repeated the present year had not the energy and foresight of the city authorities prevented it. The writer happened to be in Rochester at that time and was greatly interested in the manner in which this reat catastrophe was averted. Every ew moments, a roar like tbe peals of thunder or the booming of cannon would be heare, an* in order to see this ice blasting process, the writer went to the top of new Warner building, which overlooks the Geuesee river. From here he was not only enabled to see the process uninterruptedly, but also tbe magnificent building which had just been completed. This is unquestionably the finest building devoted to business and manufacturing purposes in America, being entirely tiieproof, eight stories high, aud containing over four and a quarter, acres of flooring. Mr. Warner treated your correspondent very courteously, and in the course of the conversation said: "We are doing a tremendous business and are far behind in our orders. This is the season of the year when people, no matter how strong their constitution may be, feel, more or less, the pain and indisposition, the headaches, cold, neuralgia, rheumatism, dull pains, sore throats, coughs—all the 1,001 ills that flesh is heir to come this time of the year, if at all. It is natural, therefore, tbat we should be very busy. This is specially true of our Safe Rheumatic Cure, and it is crowding us very sharply for anew remedy." "Singular, but I had forgotten that you do not advertise to cure all diseases i'rom one bottle, as is done generally by many other medicine men, but I supposed Warner's Safe Cure was for the cure of rheumatism."

And so it has been until our remedy which was especially for rheumatism and neuralgia, was introduced. We have been three years perfecting this new remedy. Study first taugnt us there were certain powerful elements in Warner's Safe cure, better known as Warner's Safe Kidney and Liver Cure, that made wouderful cures in chronic and acute rhelimatism, but during our investigation, we learned of a rematkable cure at a celebrated springs, and put expects to investigate and found that the springs did not contain any valuable properties, but the course of treatment that was being given there was performing all tbe benefit. By carefully combining the active principles of this remedy with our Safe cure, we have produced our Safe Rheumatic Cure, ana the cures it is effecting are simply wonderful, and I do not aoubt it will become as popular as our Safe Cure." "You seem to talk freely in regard to your remedies and appear to hav'e no secrets, Mr. Warner." "None whatever. Tbe physiean with his hundred calls and one hundred diseases, is necessarily compelled to guess at a great deal. We are enabled to follow up and perfect, while physicians can only experiment with their hundred pstients and hundred diseases. With tbe ordinary, the code binds him dewn, tbat if he makes a discovery, he is bound to give It to the other physicians, which, of course, discourages investigation, to a great extent. This is why tbe great discoveries in medical science of late years have been m^de by chemists and scientists and not by physicians, and it in a measure accounts tor the greet value of our remedies, also for tbe remarkable success of those doctors who make a specialty of one or two diseases." "And you find that you are curing as greata number of people as ever before?" "Yes, a far greater number. We never sold so much of our medicine as now and never knew of so many remarkable cureM.'*

The writer departed after thearove interview, but was greatly impressed, not only by the nincerity of Mr. Warner, but by the "vast netw of all he saw, Mr. Wnr ner's medicines are used throughout the entire length and breadth of the land, and we douht not the result they sre effecting are really as wonderful as they are related to be.

POWDER

Absolutely Pure.

TMr powder never vmrtas. A marveljoA parity, strength and whoUaomencaa. Mow eoopomicaltnan the ordinary Jg1 .v—.j —with the mm orpbos

BAKXHQ POWDEH

Price Reduced!

HOTBATIIS

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HOSIERY!

We ought to be able to suit you, out of stock of IMPORTED HOSIERY of .. over 1,000 dozen, amounting to $5,000.00 which we have in stock now of thifl sea-^ff! son's importation. S,

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To pass our establishment when buying'. Hosiery, as our assortment and our prices/ will be satisfactory to all. t*

MR. HERZ will go East on Thursday next. Any special order entrusted to him will be carefully executed.

HERZ' BAZAR.

THE GUESSING GAME.

The guesses on the number of seeds in the Pumpkin at

FASIG &fC0.'S,

Are being sent in and they vary from fifty to two thousant

The nearest guess gets the.,:

Gold Watch and Chain/:

The nearest guess on the number of Coffee Grains in the

Box of Key WS Cigats.

The guesses must all be returned by the 25th of this month.

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New Silk Department'

MONDAY MOKNIMV

Will be a matter of interest to every lady .in Tenre Haute and

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Exceptionally Low Prices

"Will be made during the entire #eek on choice Black G. G. Snibmer Silks.

BUCKEYE CASH STORE.»

6th and. Main street,

Terre Haute IncL

O. H. TEAQTJA

656 Main Street, McKeen Block

Mural Decorations, Paper Hangings, Window Shades, Oil Cloths, Ac.

Also" Ac«nt for tbe new Indestructible and Imperi*hable Decoration* for the Wall* Ceiling*, Fnrnitnre and Art objects on solid relief.

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Workmen «ent to all parts of the country. Orders solicited by mailIn calling tbe attention of tbe citizens of Terre Haute and ylclnity to Wall Paper*, I desire to expree my thanks for tbe very liberal patronage bestowed upon me duringtbe past season, and would say for this year I have niadeanosrol exert to tbe selections oTmy patterns and coloring*. Thanking you for past favors, and trusting,* merit a oontinuance of the same. Iam. Yours Truly,

C. H. TBAQUAIB, 656 Main Street, McKeen Block.

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