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The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04
SEPTEMBER.

Dc most exceedingly careful to gather ali
tho applos, pears, cherries, NC. which fall pre-.
maturcly from your trees, aud are technically
called windfalls, and boil them for your swine,
bury them a little this side Of the centre Of
gravity, or so dispose Of them as to destroy
the worms they contain; otherwise the plague
of wormy fruit will, for aught that know to
the contrary, be en,ailed on you aud your
heirs for aye. Your hogs viii fa,ten the fas.
ter ii you give them every day or two a little
charcoal. They will take quan,um sufiicit Of
il as modici,T TO neu,ralize the acid of their
siomachs, and you have only 10 place il whore
they can sst at it, and every hog viii be his
own doctor, and charge nothing for his fees
III YOU feed your hogs with old corn, you will
coax, boil, or grind II, otherwise a part will
not be digested. Their food will 90 the fur.
ther fpermitted to Torment till il hos swec,.
ish taste. but should be given 90 them before
!, is decidedly sour. You may as we'll have a
hole in your pocket FOR your money to escape
from, as drain 20 lead away tho wash Of your
barn yard. True il may spread over your
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04
RICHARD RUSH.

For tho purpose Of obtaining the amount
of pay accruing to me for the half year
ending on the I'd day Of September, 1923.
under the act entitled " An act for the re
liefof certain surviving officers and sol.
diers of the Army Of the Revolution" ap.
proved 18th May, 1893. I of in
the county Of in the State Of do
hereby declare, that was in the
OF the Army ofthe Revolution, in the con.
tinental hne, (as was more fully set forth
on my application for the benefits of the
said nct,) and that ] hive been found enti
Tied. by the Secretary Of the Treasury, un.
der that act to the pay ofa - in the said
line.
FITNESS my hand, this - day Of
in the year one thousand eight hundred ant
twenty eight.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04
MISCELLANY Y.
From Sermon on Domestic Happinsss.
Ri THE rev. WILLIAM JAY.

Oh, what is so refreshing. so soothing
90 satisfying as tho placid Joy of home
See the traveller. Does duty call him for
a season 10 leave his beloved family? The
image Of his earthly happiness continues
vividly in his remembrance; il tquickens him
To diligence; it cheers him under his diff
cuties; 1t makes him hail the hour which
sees his purposes accomplished, and h,s
face towards home il cemmunes as he
journeys, and hears the promise which eau
ses him to hope" Thou shalt know also
thy tabernacle shall DO in peace; and thou
shalt visit thy habilation and not sin." Oh,
ahe joyful reunion of divided family; the
pleasures Of removed interview, and con.
versation after days ofabscnce.
Behold the man Of science. He drops
the labor and painfulness Of researches,
closes his volume, smoothes his wrinkled
brows, leaves his study, and unbcnding
himself stoops to the capacities yields to
the wishes, and mingles with the diver
sions Of his children
But bends bis sturdy bnck 10 any toy,
The youth takes pleasure in, to please his boy"
Take the man oftrade. What rcconcics
him TO the toll Of business? What ena-
bles him to endure the fsstidiousncss OF
customers BY and by the season of in
tercourse will arrive; he will be embosom.
ed in the caresses Of his family; he will bo-
hold the desire Of his eyes, and the chill.
dren Of his love, for whom he resigns his
ease; ard In their welfare and smiles he
will find his recompence.
Yonder comes he laborer lie has borne
the burden and heat Of the day the de-
.sccnding sun has released him from his
toll; and he is fastening home to enjoy re
pose. Half way down the lane, on the side
Of which stands the cottage, his children
run TO meet him; one he cafries, and one
he leads. Tho companion Of his humble
life Is ready to furnish him with his plain
rcpast. See, his toll worn countenarce as
sumes an air Of eheerfulness, his hardships
ure forgotten; fatigue vanishes; he eats and
is satisfied; the evening fair, he walks with
uncovered head around his garden enters
ngain, and retires to rest, and "the rest OF
tho lsborng man is sweet, whether he eats
little or much.' lnhabitnnt Of this lonely
lewly dwelling. who can be indifferent to
thy comfort !--"Peacc be to this house."
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04
Ammunition Store.
No lO3, State Street. Bosl

sNU fVo, Otufe- -Sfrttf. Boston.
ID NJ. BARNARD, Agent, offers for
II. sale as above, by wholesale or re.
tail -
200 kegs English Tower.proof GUN.
POWDER, (for sporting.)
1000 kegs Dupont Gunpowder, Warrant
ed first guality.)
$500 90. Boston do. (warrnnted)
500 bags shot, all sizes.
10000 percussion caps.
N. b. The above Gunpowder is war.
ranted, and will be sold as low as at any
other establishment in the Country Of G.
quail quality. For terms please apply 10 the
Agent, or to Mr.. RUFUS d. KTNSLEY
Newport--and orders given to either will
be promptly attended to. NAV Is.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04
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NHESE celebrated Bitters ara composed
l. purely ofvegetables Of the most innossps
yet specific virtues they are reoommsndek
particularly for restoring weak constitutions.
cleansing and Strengthening the stomach and
increasing the appetite also, a preventive O.
galnst the cholera morbus, removing nauses.
vomiting, heart burns, weakness in tie brca >,
pam IN the stomach, andother symptoms oss
hatulence and Indigestion; they possess pre-
PertIes peculiar TO themselves, ofconvertins-
new rum ana whlskey into stimulating nnS
invigorating stomachie cordiai one box wis
t'ncture one gallon Of spirits.--Price as eta
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04

Before ne. -, -, FOR the county
of -, in the State of -, personally
appeared, this day, ----, and -. Of the
said county, who did severally make oath
that -, by whom the foregoing declara-
ton was made and subscribed, 10 well
known to them to be the person therein dc.
scribed, and that he is generally repu,ed
and believed to be - in the army ol
the Revolution, in the manner az therein
stated: and that the said declaration was
made and subscribed by the said - in
their presence, on the day of the date
thereof.
Uiiness my hand, this - day of -,
in the year one thousand eight hundred and
twenty EIGHT.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04
Milton Hall.
July IL, 1893.

HASjust received and offers for sale
II very low for Cash or short credit,
20 boxes Chocolate,
A kegs Tobacco.
& bbls. Wheat Coffee.
2chests Hyson Skin Tea.
- mats Cassia.
2 kegs Rasins,
10 kegs Ginger.
Crate Stone Ware Of superior
quality.
White Jeen.
Crockery and Glass Ware.
Newport, July 10.
The Rhode-Island Republican. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1809-1841, 1828-09-04

Pleasure, Of Charity The following little
nnecdote ofa person who hal contemplated
self distraction, is very beautiful and touch
ing. II was weary Of life and, after day
c1,ch'as s,nio have known, and none would
wisl, to remember was hurrying along the
street to the rivcr, whom felt sutdcn check
] turned and behold q littlc boy, who had
caught the skirt Of my cloak in his anxiety 10
solcit my notice. His look was irresistible
Not less So was the lesson ho had learnt,
" There arc six of US, and we are dying for
the want OF food" Why should not said
l To myself relieve this wretched family
have the means, and il will not delay me rna.
ny minutes. But what If it does The scene
Of misery be conducted mo to cannot DC.
scribe. threw them my purse, and their
burst Of gratitude overcame me. II filed my
syes-it went ms a cordial to my heart
will call tomorrow" cried Fool that was.
60 think Of leaving world whore such plea.
sure was to be had, and so cheap.
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
SHERlFF'S SALE.

ID virtue of dry writs of 6eri tacas, % me dire ced
Id will be exposed 10 public salt, A. 'e Ito s. and ore
OF Rnesa Brunson, (near Summit Ii dgv,, T. Pc.caier
Hundred on Thursday the 9Th of Ma, rex 'eeeiN q
ten O'clock A NJ. aud TO continue from d'' "ay until
all the following goods and cta'tes ate -, ~; q
variety of household furniture, consisting OF nu'her %
good feather beds eads and bedding tables and chars
carpets DESK drawers and trunks looking asses, sa"ss
anrons, shovel and longs also lot OF kcten iurt"re'
one family horse dearborn and harness. four Wagon horses
one exceen, wagon and gears for four horses, horse
cart and gears three mich and thirteen he ad u hogs
6sh lard &C. Together with large and general assorr
ment of dry goods and groceries, consisting OF cloths
foreign and domestic silks fannes, musns, cscoes, aces
buttons &c. Coats and cloaks ready made boots, shoes
and hats of various kinds; two time pieces, aud a
quantity of fancy goods Liquors. gars, cnfee, ca tobac-
co. raisins spices and drugs quantity OF queens glass;
earhen and lin ware; hardware and cutlery number
of stand empty hogshesds and barrels lumber, wood
&C. &c Seized and taken in execution as the property OF
Rhesa Bruason, and 10 be sold bv -
Newcastle, April %, 1928 30-3t
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
SIIEkIFF"S SALE.

ID will br exposed public sale, a The house of Eihu
j. farsyn (Deawae Cit, y Red lon Hundred Oh Sa'ur
day The 10Th day of May next, at oc!"ck p VI the fol
ow ing described plan aio, rae, 4 lsn siae, y ing
and being in the Huudred Of X l.pn, d Cruhy ri Ne
Castle, t, wit =: Bounded by lands o. Hsh Eafon by
I,agon creek the Cheapsake & Dear't LGna ard tile
frame tavern houses and two frame ba'us, four i.me
DIV cling houses frame farm hous,, harI, AID frame
store ho,ls thereon erected containing three hundred
and ninety hree acres, be the less. Seized
and aiken in execution as the property # John Aervbod
and to be suld by
PETER b DELANY, Late MF
Newcastle, April &c, 1928 go
This tract Of land contains the Site which the CITY
OF DELAWARE is aid out, and 5is fair of becoming
thriving place for business, the completion OF the Ca
now CERTAIN and will afford f the most spacion,
and safe harbors the RIVER Deiaaare.
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
REMOHAL.

vVyiE Subscriber has removed his Coach Makers shop
from Hanover street, to the large and c, nmudiois
building lately occupied by WIN Robinson, High street
uhee lie will continue 10 make COACHES. GIGS and
CARRIAGES of every description, in the best and most
fashionable Manner and OF the best workmanship and
materials He will keep hand, for sale, Carriages, AID
Gigs at all times together the most fashionable Harnc
Also, having bought The Machinery for he Mantac'ur,
Of WOODEN SPRINGS. he will always have them on
haod for sale, AID offers 100 pair reduced prices
Horses Hay, Cprn and Ols vii, be aiken in exchange
for an, article in his line upon The most liberal terms
In Hug street, the subscriber has LIVERY STABLE.
where his friends and the public be mmodaed
with Carriages, Gigs and Horses, at any moneat
p. A HUMPHREYS
April "a 90 n
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
WILMINGTON, Del TUEsDAY, MAY 6. 1923.

nan tor IT. and its wonderful success have lndrc eat
number ct persons to imita in various wasnpaa us
OF h'tN different mixtures have been got IN iutao Of
zrhch Is convincing brocf its being medicine Of great
Dnine Some are selling Sarsa.aiiia aud other lups in
posing them on the igno an Tie Ianacet; it
mixing the genuine medicine nit oi.ssts, &c maxi, e
tnree bottles out # One thus retsni e
timers are nsng the genuine Punntc, n thei" hoes 10
form cures 10 obtain nfc0tes cir 'r ,toaaa
&c, Thee ima ion, and alnl riai ll,' il
'tancrs pr"iiac ed the sn'erlng Of p zen ia ta'vs
'here the genuine Paqacea world have irps,d =, ~
-iHcacious. therefore, deem j, dt | o.r ~ i,c
i" assure them, hai ne compasitn Of ~ r. iHfA
known nor Was it communicated 10 an ,.9'ct Y
way whatever and cnnseq eril, 'ha' 5-Ns IS
represented 10 be nine. ftau!uer ,l
No 22I rhcsnn s.r4 d Feisa,e and
Eighth s.'ee.>. NJ n ia4 & ia
o. Comm cat va, = t'4 td ~, part
ofiLe sold. Ger -tfenle.H
n-~is- Sal' H Y itASHN'S
I,RlGAND t1roa N8 a9 Norkf
Strpet ard o. 4s.-stsi 4ts5.
DC, Is 1927 Sly
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
(1'o be continually

Leather Bands.-It is somewhat singular that
the application of leather bands to communicate
motion from part OF machinery to anothers
should till recently have been so confined IN
pect to capacity, more especially as their property
has been known from time immemorial.
Power to almost any extent may be communjcas
ted through them, and to effect this object, it ia
only necessary to increase their width under
proper tension, proportonateIy to the increment
of the power required to be impaired. By adopt
ing bands we get rid Of the disasreeable noise
which attends the movement of toothed machinery,
ant, also save considerable expense in construction
and repairs
Messrs. Sellers and Pennock have applied
band Of about a foot in breadth to propel saw Of
ordinary dimensions for saving timber, and it am
swers extremely we'll. Mechanics .Nagazinr.
Lore's uingd they cry.-At Dollar, in Scott
land. in February last, marriage was consumma-
ted between Mr.. John Mooney, a gallant swain
Of sxty-six, to Miss Almira Good, a blooming
sp.nster of sixty. 1t appears they ultimately at
tanned i" the haven where they would be,'' after
courtshp of thirty odd years, which time was
winged on by Loves feetcst coursers No cause
is assigned for the delay, but we expect he had an
idea, that Miss Good, like wine, would become
better By age. If so, he was welcome to his tastes
The Fableo says DIR. Rush, "of Prometheus,
on whose liver vulture was said to pray CONSTANT
", as punishment for his stealing fire from Hea-
ven, was intended to illustrate the painful effects
Of ardent spirits upon that organ"
Mfr. Peel.-A foreigner perambulatng the
streets of London, would have strong reason to
believe that Mr.. Peel was one OF the most odous
and unpopular ministers that ever existed. In ale
most every buukshop window is to be seen pa-
card or paper thus omniously written "Peei's
Criminal Acts.'' Lend. Lit. Gas.
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06

The sudden and early death of the Duke de Lee
desma left the Duchess his wife. an inconsolabe
widow The sole alienation Of her grief was an
ONLY daughter. named Matilda The tender moth
er, deprived of the man she ido!iZed, and to whom
she owed go sweet a pledge of love, concentrated
in her all the affections Of her heart. Matilda was
the last hone 90 an lustrious house. In her per-
son we're united many rights, and so n,anv rich es-
tates that she was the most opulent hercss OF
Spain. The Dutche>s who loved her passiunatey,
and who had been educated in superior manner.
determined to think of nothing but giving her an
education suitable to her birth and fortune. She
began by breaking off all intercourse with the world.
Until Ter daughter was twelve years old the Dutch
ess was hei inseparabe companion. and the wit
ness Of all her lessons. She made her acquire
knowledge of those studies, which elevate the un-
dcr,tantiing and regulate the heart. From her
earliest wears Matilda was musical prodigy !;
her beautiful hands, when yet very small, ran over
the KEYS with wonderful quickness, and as s00n
as nature gave strength to her voice she began to
accompany the brilliant harmony of her instru-
ment with i, melody. All her talents and graces
were heightened by beauty, which daily became
more bewitching. She was tall but graceful, her
ewes sparkling. her mouth beauteous and laughing.
Her head was noble, and she carried it as erect
as if on the shoulders of an empress. Although
it was Impossible to this enchantress and re-
man heart whole, her modest dignity restrained
those love conquered. Matilda, superior TO all
the beauties of her day, was distinguished By an
elevation in conduct and discourse, which, unless
tempered with unalterable gentleness, might have
ueen mistaken for haughtiness
At the aye of sixteen, the Duchess said to Ma.
tilda ~ have delayed your nuptials two years,
that you may give the finishing to your education,
know thoroughly your wooers, and choose wisely
husband from among them. Upon this choice
will depend your future happiness, and, that you
may not want opportunity ofknowing your lovers,
am about to open my house to all who may
choose to visit u.s. The day must be devoted to
study. but the night to our visiants-choose your
self a husband, but do not discover whom you
prefer till the appointed day."
The Duchess Immediately made her arrange
ments. Each night she gave tertalia.' Differ
ent exercises and amusements were assigned to
each night of tine week. Two were devoted to
music and dancing, and the others to various
sports and mental exercises. Sometimes the
youths detained, sometimes they made verses, IN
designated metre, on subjects. given fer the pur-
| "A party
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
From The Ros,on Statesman /.
"A PORTRAIT

She's beau ffn!! Her raven curls
A. d he, ,, sleep in coht'a, 80,
LIZ raven fea hers upon snow
AID ha'r, lie neck--and shade The bright
Dark eye from v hch they catch the light.
A if,heir grace FIJI loops were made
10 ker1, that glorious eye in shade,
And holer make its tranquil spell,
Lee ers in a shaded well.
oannot rtvme about TIA eye
Ise ma ca'd it With mldni.h hit sky
I've said twas deep, and dark, and wild,
Fzpress',e, liquid, uitching, mild
Bat the ie~ ell'd sa' and tie living air
Have nothing in them half so fair.
Se's nobe--noble--one to keep
En- b lad for dreams of fverd sleep
An ,e for naimre--taste ref ID,
Pc ception swift. ard balanced mind
And raorc Than AL, gift of thought
III sch q spir-fneness wrought,
Y hat o. my ear her language fell,
As t each word dissoly'd spell.
Ye, 7 half hate her She has all
Iltat would ensure AZ angels fall
But there's a cool. collected look
As If her pulses beat by book
A MEASURED tone, a cold reply,
A management Of voice and eye,
a calm possessed, authentic air
Tia leaves doubt of sof ness there
l-i.ak aud worship as NAV
My ieyer'd thoughts viii pass away.
And @hen she lifts her ringing lasLes,
And her darl; eye lks starlight flashes
Aud when she plays her quiet vile
OF THAT calm look, ard ncasu,',l smile,
IgoaaN like ore Who's heard
H. some fac scere the ptcmper's word,
And rake VOW TO break her chain,
And k ep it.-----tll We meet again.
CAssIUs
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
Carat ] & 55ent,
LADY Ci4.

WE Subscribers ender 'neir el pee as public, and
d mi I'm ITEM thar r-y hay" pr"careh and II cd up
handsome syls T. MAJ Packet Il at, Which -, design
cunning the ensuing season T. l",l fnl Delaware Giy,
ST. Georges AND Spmmt l;rdge or Deep Gu. on the
Chesapeake d Delaware Canal fur the accommodation
of visi and others
This boat will roe connection with Il Salem Steam
nat Essex Leaving Sunni, bridge and ST GEORGES on
Monday, "Wednesday and Fri'ay mornings at aud
eight O'Clock, and Al Deavare Guy, at O'Clock,
where passengers take the Ste boat immediately,
for Phlladephia, Tue.s, Thur ,iay AZ Saturday
afternoons, upon he arrival of The cam Boat fm Phila
depha, will leave Delaware City, for St. Georges and
Suiam Bridge.
Passage from Delawate City TO 81 Georges, 1879 cts.
g from di. to Summit Bldg, 31
Returning, same price
II. HUGO, Philadelphia,
L. MILFORD, St, Georges
April 16 1928, x7-tf
NJ The bat will be always in reainess to accommo
date partles frcr o'clock, Monday "Wednesday and
Frltay mornings, 10 two O'clock, Tuesday, Thursday
and Saturday afternoon and Sundays will meet an,
Steam Bat hat may at Delaware City.
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
REMOVAL.
A. g. III. ilsOn
HAVE REMOVED THEIR

REMOVED THEIR
Book Store and Circulating Library
To No. " High ST., south side Of the Upper .harke''
AND 4h DOOR FROM CORNER OF MARKET STREET.
vuVHFY return their thanks for the liberal share Ut cus
they have received, and will be gratetufor conlinu'
ance of The favors Of the public
Thev offer for SALE at the reduced prices, general
assortment of School Books and Stationery and variety
of Fancy Articles >, .-......
Blank Books Ruled and Bound to any pattern.
j. r HUNULEY'S
Brass, COPPER. STEEL aND TIN
Polishing Preservative Powder,
For Sale By a. & n. Wilson, No. S, West High-st'
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06
MORE NEW BOOKS

At A. q IL. Wilson's Book Store and Circata
tang Library.
Charlutte's Daughter or, The Three Orphans. Sc
auel to Charlotte Temple. By Mrs Rowson.
The Clubs OF London with anecdotes of their men,
Der Sketches of character. and conversations. vols
Confessions Of an Old Maid vols.
Natural History Of Animals. BY John Bgland. Win
,erant coored plates April 8
Delaware patriot & American watchman. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1828-1828, 1828-05-06

'ESs Medicine has acquired very extended and esab'
shed celebrity both in hospital and private practice,
which efficacy alone has supported upwards OF eight
years.
As sprung or taYpurfier, it has given constitutions
10 thousands it is by OPERATION the Blood that such
surprising have been performed on those who we've
supposed 10 be aboring under pulmonary affections &C.
The effect of this me cine is such as not to interrupt
either business pleasure aud requires only the common
restraint of moderation ii diet sconveyed by the crcu-
laNg Auds and correct- their tendencies to the numer
Gus diseases which rginate in vtiated blood, diseased
liver, depraved appetite Ii is safe medicine, and
rennves all those evils which unsuccessful use of mer
curry often occasions. No one. hoverer % ad1ssed 20
ats Il, sifh0u fret fully convincing himself u me run
'ta ia here stated and the reosiiude J she Froseors IN
eatoAs.
This medicine has the singular fortune Just tribute TO
Us great merit, of being recommended by the most ceie
orated Practitioners of Medicine in the Unite States ana
elsewhere, whereas OF the spurious mixtures MADE
N imitation of it, has the least support from the nedea
faculty This fact offers argument so PLAIN and conciu-
sve, that needs only to be mentioned to enforce con-
Tiction
From DR.. VIM Price, Liverpool. England formerly Sur
geon of the Pennsy lyana Hospital, &C.
The Vegetable Syrup called Swam's Panacea, prepared
oy Mr. Swaim of Philadelphia, has recently been introd'
eed here by r Price, from the United States OF America
Sheve is now extensively used in the treatment Oh va
giety OF Chronic Diseases.
0fhe efficacy of this cparaon Dr. Price has had abun
nt and most satisfactory evidence during course OF ex
2ernens made under his direction whilst Surgeon OF the
pennsylvania Hospital; and since his arrival IN England,
e mas had the good fortune OF witnessing many adauoha
instances Of its successful administration.
The diseases in which this Medicine has been particular
usesu are those arising from constitutional causes-as III
me various forms of Scrofua, whether affecting the bones
POINTS, or soft parts and in where disposition ia
m disease IS manifested by debility only it operates as
s'entye to the local disease by its beneficial effects on
c constitution. 1t is equally eficacious IN Mercuriad
Me and in the secondary forms of Syphilis, and has late
Oeen gwen with marked success in chronic diseases O
ne Liver, which had resisted the careful exhibition
iascury II has likewise very recently been administer
81 Sh decided advantage BY of the most distinguish
20 Surgeons in London, in which had entirely des
sea NE right eve Of the patient and great portion
VI the side Of the face. WIN. PRICE, M. ID.
PURCHASERS.
ms medicine had been used for more than seven years
'ore an effort was made to initiate it but the great DE-