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Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
GETTING OUT GRAIN.
AGENCYF0R WHEELER, MEL ICK&C0.S
IMPROVED COMBINED
THREShER AND vslNN0yvER.

FENHE most convenient portable, easily work
4 cd. and perfectly operating machine for
threshing, separating and winno%ing wheat
rye and oats, now in use Though compare
lively but little known here there are about
1900 of them in use in other grain growing
districts, all giving entire satisfaction.
1t is the machine (but much improved) that
obtained the First Premium at the Moatgom-
cry County Fair at the exhibition in 1855, and
elected universal appreciation and wherever
exhibited at working test in competition with
others has always taken the Prealiu1R
The two-horse machine cleans in the best
manner ready for market, with or G.hands.
from $50 to 200 bushels of wheat per day, and
the one-horse from 10 to 100 bushels; occupies
but little space; is easily moved from stack to-
stack and readily put up.
For Farmers who raise from 500 to 1000
bushels Of wheat and who prefer to do their
work with their own force, no other machine.
is so desirable.
This machine is lcarraHted TO give entire sat
isfaction, or may be returned at the expiration
of a reasonable time on trial
refer to j. L. Dufef who owns at wo-
horse machine James Perry Wade, do, G.,
Sherwood do; Charles Spates, do, one-horse,
and Others in the lower section of our county.
Price of Improved 0ne-Horse Thresher and
Winnower, including belts, wrenches, can, &c,
complete 90
Two-horse, 245 90
Two-horse power alone, with belt...... 100 90
Two-horse Thresher and Separator. % 90
0ne-horse power alone with belt. -. 80 90
E2s- Freight from Albany added.
Gss~ Orders by mail promptly attended 10.
Machines delivered at Georgetown d. C. or
any point on the Railroad.
JESSE T. HIGGINS,
Sole Agent for the County.
Poolesville, Aug. :, 1857.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
THE SEN TIN Ell.
BENJAMIN r. IyAnDY.

Gc0rgstora. D. &. Is or authorized A,
gent tor receioing Subscriptions ae,el
advertisements.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
HIN ALIENS
IMPROVED TUB HiSaiBG MACHINE.
Patented Cart IA TOGO


R'IlE subscriber having purchased the
right of "JoHN ALIENS Improved
Tub Washing MACHINE" for Montgomery coun-
", would respectfully inform the citizens thai
he is prepared to supply them at very mode
rate prices.
This Tub combinea in Itself all the adyanta-
gcs OF the best patented wash-tubs without their
detects, having 300 Inches in Length Of Smooth
Scmi-Cylndrc Rubbers These Rnbbers are
indispensable. They perform IN essential work
m rubbing the clothes, which they do in an
obiianc manner thus avoiding sudden or alb
rugt contact which would be injurious.
IT also possesses l68 Pummels or Knuckles
These also have an important action in knuck-
ing or pnlhmelling the clothes, which they do
most etlectually
IL contains also SO Squeezing Angles This
feature is not possessed by any other tub, and is
considered to be the most important feature of
tins invention. The clothes in this tub are
Rut6ed, Knnchied and Squeezed, all at the same
tIme-three movements esseL tial to good wash
ing.
Over q, 600 Of these Tubs are now in use in
Maryland and the adjoining States, and give
entire satisfaction everywhere
Certificate from Z. Il. Cracen.
have had Joha .4Hea's Hapyorea Washino
Nachtnes in my laundry in working operation
1t washes cleaner and better than any | have
ever had in this place recommend il to all
as being one OF the best machines for family use
ever saw. q. II. CR1 VEN
Proprietor Of Baltimore Steam Laundry.
EG- PRICE $50. For sale by
JAMES w. CAMPBELL,
mar 25-tf Rockville, Md.
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NOTICE.

M Z, the undersigned Commissioners, APP
w pointed by the Circuit Court for Montg'y
county, sitting as a Court Of Equity. in The
matter Of the bill Of complaint of Caleb Mus
grove ana wife and others rs. Warren Adams
and others, to divide the real estate therein men
toned among the heirs or devisees of John
Adams, late of Montgomery county, deceased.
hereby give notice to all parties concerned
that we shall proceed to divide the same. on
MONDAY, the 9th of May next, accord
ing to the order passed in said cause.
WIN. THOMPSON, Of r.
URIAII II. GRIFFITH,
ELISHA r. GRIFFITH,
JULIAN MAGRUDER
II. FRANKLIN VEIRS,
april std Commissioners.
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1881 ACRES OF LAND.

more or less, tit being the same land which
was conveyed by the said Rebecca VIM to the
said James Donnely,) together with all and
singular the Improvements, privileges, heredit-
aments to the same belonging or in any man
ner appertaining.
TERMS OF SALE: One-third of
the purchase money to be paid in cash on the
day Of SALE and the residue in three equal in
stalments at twelve, eighteen, and "A months
with interest thereon from the day of sale until
paid the purchaser to give notes for TIE de-
terred payments. A deed will DO given and
deed Of trust taken to secure the punctual pay
ment of said notes, with q covenant in said
deed of trust that upon the failure to pay said
notes, or any part thereof, as the same may
become due, the said property to be subject to
be sold to pay whatever Of said deferred debt
which may then remain unpaid, whether due
or not All conveyancing at the cost of the
purchaser.
If the terms Of sale are not complied with in
five days after the SALE the trustee reserves the
right to resell the same at the purchasers risk.
by giving not less than one week public notice
of the time and place Of such sale.
ap 5-ts b. +. MIDDLETON, Trustee.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
NEW JEWELRY.

MORAL, Etruscan, Enamelled, Mosaic, and
- all other styles Of Rich JEWEIRY.
A large assortment always on hand, embra-
cling every novelty in our line.
NJ. w. GAIT & BRO, Jewellers,
354 Penn. Az. doors west Browns hotel
mar IS Washington, D. G.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

Fresh Garden Seeds.
SAMUEL AULT & SONS superior English
= GARDEN SEEDS just received and
for sale, Mt the store Of W. BRADD0CK,
mar i--y Rockville Nd
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a. CIR E EN-,

A UCTIONEER AND COMMISSION MFR-
"A CHANT, Corner Of 18th and d Streets.
WASHINGTON CITY, u. C.
Has OF hand large and extensive ASSORTMENT
Of NEW FURNITURE, which re will sell on
the most reasonable terms. CAN and examine.
and am sure can please YOU.
Jun 2G-l2m A. GREEN, Auctioneer
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
EMPLOY WENT.

GS0 A MONTH, AND ALL EXPENs-
pcO Els PAID.-AN AGENT is want
ed in every town and county in the United
States, to engage in an easy and respectable
business, by which the above profits may be
certainly realized. For further particulars,
address Dr.. j. HENRY WARNER. corner OF
Broome and Mercer Streets, New York city,
enclosing one postage stamp. ian 2l-em
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

ET- The great billiard match between
Phelau, Of New York, and Seereitcr of
Detroit, for $40 900 side, wac won by
phelan.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
FARM

A 7 PRIVATE SALE.
ENHE undersigned is authorized to sell
n at private sale, the FARM of Mr..
Il. WATERMAN, containing about 200
ACRES, situated on the road leading
from Rockville to the Great Falls of Po-
tomac, about four miles from the form
er place. The Land is in tolerable state
of cultivation.
THE IMPROVEMENTS consist of
a substantial FRAME DWELLING
HOUSE and necessary Outbuildings.
For TERMS and further particulars,
apply to W. V. B0UIC,
Rockville, Md.
EE p. s. If the above Farm is not
sold in a short time, it will be FOR
RENT, to a good tenant.
feb At w. V. B.
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JACOB Seeker.
MILFORD. Del. October Of. 1879

MILFORD, Del, October %, 1853.
5. W. FowLE Co., Boston Please send
me a supply Of Wistar's Balsam, as am near
ly out and there is great demand for it; it
is doing wonders; it cures Coughs, asthma,
WhoQping Cough and Consumption, without
fail. There has never been any of the genu-
ms here until you sent me lot some time
since, but plenty of the counterfeit.
Yours, truly, JACOB y FOULK.
5eo~ REMEMBER THEREFORE,, all scho seek
health, that the only genuine has the wrihen
signature Of 81. BUTTS" as well as the
printed name Of the Proprietors, SETH ".
no FILE 8 CO., Boston, on the outside ,rrap-
per. Take no other it were money wasted and
health jeopardized.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
NOTICE.

Holm I. UNISON, ESQ, is author.
- lied to collect and receipt for all
monies due me.
jan lit p n LEApLEY.
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NOTICE

rs HEREBY GIVEN, that by virtue Of
decree of the Circuit Court for Montgome-
ry county, as Court Of Equity, the subscrib-
er has been appointed Trustee for the settle
ment of the business of Silas Browning, late
Sheriff of Montgomery county therefore all
persons indebted to said Browning, for officers
fees, or for monies due on executions placed in
bis hands as Sheriff atoresaid, are earnestly
requested to settle the same, as the situation Of
said business requires il should be closed up as
speedily as possible. j
To accommodate those having business with
me, will attend on TUESDAYS at the office of
JoHS G. ENGLAND Esq in Rockville
S. I. ST0NESTREBT, Trustee
april If of SILAs BgnwylsG.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

WE HAVE, and win keep constantly on
w hand, a supply OF the best qualify Of
LIME. which we viii dispose Of at kiln price,,
S per barrel DORSEY & ERNEST,
nov l2 George'own D q.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
Agents.
J. G. WATERS, Georgetown, D. G.
Il. f. SIMPSON, Washington, D. C.

THHE DECIDED SUPERIORITY Of this
Il Guano for TOBA eco, CORN IND
OATS, over all other fertilizers, is now so
well understood and appreciated that it is
now useless to discuss its merits.
We are now prepared to deliver the article
as heretofore; made with the greatest care and
accuracy, being personally superintendent by
the undersigned.
1ss- NOTICE.-The reputation this Qua
no has acquired, after three years experience
in its use, has induced the indiscriminate APP
preparation of the name, Manipulated Guaao,
by various parties. Now it should be remem-
bered, that the name signifies nothing, apart
from the thing itself
Hence, we urge consumers to specify, IN all
cases, REESE s, otherwise they may not get
the desired article, as has been the case We
prepare but one article, at one price; hence
wherever found, it is the same.
JOHN S. REESE & co.
JOIN S. REESE, n South St up stairs,
JOHN w McCoNKEY ! Baltimore, Nd.
mar lS--4m
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

VISITING, Wedding and "At HOME ."
Cards, elegantly engraved and printed
The finest quality Cards furnished.
Arms Crests and Initials cut upon Stone,
and Engraving in all its branches promptly ex-
ecuted NJ. W. GAIT & BRO, Jewellers,
354 Penn. Av., doors west Browns hotel
mar % Washington, d. c.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
Peruvian Guan0 Depot.
AGRICULTURAL & SEED STORE,
Opposite East End Centre liuhct, be-
t,ceen Pa. .1senuc and tie Canal,
WNAGEssnuGAn EASt

Washington, I'd. &.
LNARMERS' HEADQUARTERS FOR THE
a BEST PURE No. ] PERUVIAN qua
NO. The undersigned has taken great pains
and expended considerable time and money
for the sake Of supplying his friends, and the
Farmers generally, with pure article of Pc
ruvian Guano and whatever else they may
want in the Agricultural line His arrange
ments now for getting the best Peruvian Qua
no DIRECT are second to no other house in this
country, and as he is always first in receipt Of
reduced prices and other news Of importance
to Farmers, he very correctly styles his house,
Peruvian Guano Headquarters, and should he
glad to furnish the Farmers, and his friends
generally, with Peruvian Guano the best A
No. ] inspected article, at present reduced
prices
4 GRiCULTDRAL IHPL ENENTS and
MA CHINER ! in great garidy. As the I'M
dersigned is originally practical Agricultu-
raj Machinist, with an experience Of twelve
yesrs, and brought up in the country where
those implements are used extensively it need
not be asked, does J p. BARTHOLOW I'M
derstand his business? Go through his extcn-
sive establishment, and you will find the best
selected assortment Of Agricultural Imple-
meuts Machinery, Field and Garden Seeds and
Fertilizers ever offered in this market: all a.
low prices and fair dealing His motto is. TO
live and let live, to make customers and keep
them. TO accomplish this, lie must please all
who call upon him or favor him with their
orders.
Farmers Headquarters, opposite east
Centre Market, between Penna. Avenue
the Canal, Washington City, D c.
oct j. p. BARTH0LOW.
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RHODES
per-Phosphate of Lime

ENVERY lot offered for sale regularly ANA
H LIVED, and FULLY WARRANTED -
Packed in Barrels and Bags.
PRIcE-S45. 90 per ton Of 1000 lbs.
MANUFACTURED BY
B. NJ. RHODES & CO.,
Office-82 South Street, Bowlys Wharf
BALTIMORE, ND.
AGENTS. +. SIMPSON, Washington,
d G.; j. 6. WATERS, Georgetown, d.
g.; V. S. BRuNNER, Frederick, Nd.
ALSO-Peruvian Guano, Baltimore
inspection, A.; Mexican, brown and
white; Navassa, ground, in bags and
barrels. Which viii be sold at the low
est market rates.
sept l7-lyif 3. VI. r. 4 Co.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

WISTAR'S
Balsam Of Wild Cherry,
Oxygenated Bitters,
Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry
Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry
Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry
Wistars Balsam of Wild Cherry
Cures Coughs, Colds and Bronchitis
Cures Coughs, Colds and Bronchitis
Cures Coughs, Colds and Bronchitis
Cures Coughs, Colds and Bronchitis
The Great Remedy for
Group and Whooping Cough
Group and Whooping Cough
Group and Whooping Cough
Group and Whooping Cough
The Sure Remedy for
Asthma and Influenza
Asthma and Influenza
Asthma and Influenza
Asthma and Influenza
The only Known Remedy for
Consumption
Consumption
Consumption
Consumption
Beware of Counterfeits
Beware of Counterfeits
Beware Of Counterfeits
Beware of Counterfeits
Read!
Read.
Read!
Read!
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
The Paper for the Times.
THE GENESEE FARMER.
Established in 1881.

TNHE TWENTY-NINTH VOLUME Of this
Il popular monthly Agricultural journal
commenced with the December number, which
was issued on the 18th of December Every
one interested in the culture of the soil is in
vited TO
s. end for - COPY,
and examine it before subscribing. Published
in one of the finest agricultural and hortcul-
turai sections of America, with hundreds Of
ableand experienced correspondents, it abounds
with information interesting and valuable to
every farmer and fruit grower. IT is the
Cheapest Agricultural Journal
in the world, and has attained larger circu-
lation than any similar paper. 1t is emphati-
cally the paper for the times, Each volume
contains three hundred and eighty-four pages,
and is sent TO any address for
Fifty Cents a Year.
Great inducements offered to agents. Post
masters, and all friends Of rural Improvement,
are respectfully solicited to send for a spec-
men, and act as agents Specimen copies sent
free on application. Address
JOSEPH HARRIS,
Publisher and Proprietor, Rochester, y. Y.
feb 25--f
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
40 Inc citizens Of Montgomery oounty.
Painting, GLAZING, &c.

EOHN Il. PORTER, formerly Of Wash
y ington, D. c., having established himself
in Rockville, is prepared to execute, in work
man-like manner, all Of the following describ-
ed work that may be entrusted to bis care-viz:
House and Sign Painting and Glazing
Graining and Marbling, OF every description;
kalsomine and Fresco Painting; Tin Work
Japanned; Old Furniture Polished in the best
manner; Wagons ond Carriages of every de-
scription, Painted and Vanished at the short
est notice.
He hopes by strict attention and punctuality
in business to inertia liberal share of patronage.
HIS SHOP is the one recently occupied
by Mr., HOFFMAN as machine shop, where he
can be found at all times, except when out On
business.
JzS- ALL ORDERS directed to him at Rock
vile, or Iet at the store of Mr.. WIN BRAD
DOCK, will be promptly attended to.
sep lily
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

From Rev. JAcos SEcKLER, well known and
highly respected throughout the State of
Pennsylvania:
HANOVER, Pa, February l6, 1859.
Messrs S. w. FowLE Co., Boston Dear
Sirs Having realized in my family importan.
benefits from the use Of your valuable prepa-
ration Wistar'S Balsam Of Wild Cherry-it
affords me pleasure 10 recommend it to the
public. Some eight years ago one of my
daughters seemed to be in a decline, and little
hopes of her recovery wers entertained. !
then procured bottle of your excellent Bal
sam, and before she had taken the whole of
the contents OF the bottle, there was a great
improvement in her health have, in my in
dividual case, made frequent use of your va
liable medicine, and have always been bene-
fitted by it. acould, howeUer, caution the pub
lie against imposition, because there is qood deal
Of spurious Vistars Balsam Of Wild Ckerry
aGoat throughout the country
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

Agents.
CANDY, GILPIN 4 Co.; Baltimore
JOHN II. HIGGINS, Rockville;
& BENTLEY, Sandy Spring
u. ID. WATERS, Brookville;
THOS. LANSDALE, Triadelphia;
GEO. W MOBLEY, Laytonsville;
J.. WILSON, Clarksburg;
w. WILSON, Hyattstown;
LEONARD HAYS, GAINESVILLE;
JESSE I. HIGGINS, Poolesville.
Sold everywhere
Sold everywhere
Sold everywhere
mar 25-1y
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22


FASHE HOWARD ASSOCIATION.
D. in view of the awful destruction of
human lite caused by Sexual diseases and the
decepuOns practised upon the unfortunate vic
tins of such diseases by Quacks, several years
ago directed their Consulting Surgeon, as
Charitable Aet worthy of their name to omen
Dispensary for the treatment of this class of
diseases, in alt their forms and to give Kedi-
cal Ad0ice Gratis to all who apply by letter,
with a description of their condition. (age.
occupation, habits of life, &c.) and in case OF
extreme poverty, TO furnish NediciRes free of
charge. 1t is needless to add that the Associa-
ton commands the highest Medical skill of the
age, and will furnish the most approved mod
ern treatment.
The Directors Of the Association, in their
Annual Report upon the treatment Of Sexual
Diseases, express the highest satisfaction with
the success which has attended the labors Of
their surgeons in the cure of Spermatorrbna.
Seminal Weakness, Gonorrhma elect, Syphi-
lis, the vice of Onanism or Self-Abuse Discas-
es of the Kidneys and Bladder, sc, and order
a continuance Of The same plan for the ensuing
year.
The Directors, on a review Of the past feel
assured that their laoors in this sphere Of be-
neyocnt effort have been Of great benefit 10
have resolved 10 devote themselves with re-
newed zeal, to this very important and much
dcspiscd cause.
An admirable Report on Spermatorrhua or
Seminal Weakness, the vice Of Onansm, Mas
turbation, or Self-Abuse, and other diseases Of
the sexual organs, by the Consulting Surgeon.
viii be sent by mail lin a sealed envelope,
free Of cbarge, receipt Of tro stamps for post
age. Other Reports and Tracts on the nature
and treatment of Sexual diseases. diet, &c. are
constantly being published for gratuitous dis
trbution, and will be sent to the afflicted.
Some of the new remedies and methods Of
treatment discovered during the last year are
of great value
Address, for Report or treatment, DR. J.
SKlLLIN H0UGHT0N, Acting Surgeon,
Howard Association, No. South Ninth St,
Philadelphia. Pa.
BY order Of the Directors,
EZRA y. iiEARTWEIL Pres't.
Jan 81 GEO. FAIRCHILD Sec'v
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

DRIME NEW CLOVER SEED. at
BARTI0LOW'S
Prime New Timothy Seed, at
BARTIIOLOW'S S.
Prime New Orchard Grass. at
BABTH0LOW'S
Prime Flaxsecd, at
BARTHOLOW S.
Prime Seed Oats, at
BARTH0LOW'S
Sole Agency Of Honey blade hungarian Grass
Seed, at BARTHOLOW'S S.
Pure and Genuine Garden Seeds. at
j. p. BAHTHOL0WtS
Agricultural Warehouse, Seed Store. and
Guano Depot, 18th Street, opposite east end Of
Centre Market between Penn. avenue and ca
nal, Washington, D. c. Tfcb
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22

Dyspepsia!
Dyspepsia!
Dyspepsia!
Dyspepsia
The Oxygenated Btters
The Oxygenated Bittets
The Oxygenated Bitters
The Oxygenated Bitters
Unfailing Remedy
Unfailing Remedy
Unfailing Remedy
Unfailing Remedy
FOR
Dyspepsia and Indigestion
Dyspepsia and Indigestion
Dyspepsia and Indigestion
Dyspepsia and Indigestion
Debility of the System
Debility of the System
Debility of the System
Debility of the System
Acidity
Acidity
Acidity
Acidity
Heart Burn, Water Brash
Heart Burn, Water Brash
Heart Burn, Water Brash
Heart Burn, Water Brash
Oppression after Eating
Oppression after Eating
Oppression after Eating
Oppression after Ealing
Liver Complaint
Liver Complaint
Liver Complaint
Liver Complaint
Sick Head Ache
Sick Head Ache
Sick Head Ache
Sick Head Ache
Jaundice
Jaundice
Jaundice
Jaundice
Fever and Ague
Fever and Ague
Liver Complaint
Liver Complaint
&c. &c. &c. &c. &c.
&c. &c. &c. &C. &c.
&c. &c. &c. &c. &c.
&c. &c. &c. &c. &c.
Dr. VE$TAEs'S
BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY,
AND THE
-
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1859-04-22
Dr. VVESTAEs'S
BALSAM OF WILD CHERRY,

OXygenated Bitters,
ARE PREPARED BY
SETH w. FOWLE a. CO., Boston.
The independent press. (Abbeville C.H., S.C.) 1853-1860, 1859-10-07
HINTS ON THE PRESERVATION OF THE
PIANOFORTE

The New York Home Journal has the fol-
lowing valuable hints on this subject:
The piano should be closed when not in
use, in order to prevent the collection Of
fine dust, &c, on the sound board, and also
TO prevent the strings and "action" from the
i'll effects Of sudden changes Of temperature.
Nothing Injuries piano so much as extreme
heat, whether arising from bright fire in
front Of it, or what is worse, the hot air
from the furnaces in such general use; few
pianos can resist the injurious action Of
the latter. Care should be taken to prevent
moisture of any kind from getting between
the keys particularly when cleaning them,
rs it will cause them to stick. Moths are
very destructive to pianos. and should be
kept out of them by placing lump Of cam
phor wrapped in paper to prevent evapor-
alton, in the inside corners. Any hard
substance placed on piano will cause a
jarring noise, and if the top part is unpro
tected by cloth cover, that also will often
rattle. Young pianists would injure the pi-
ano less if they would refrain from striking
the keys with such force; light touch,
with judicios use Of the loud pedal, will
yield far better and equally as full tone
as if they exerted all the force at their CON-
tnand. Were this fact more generally
attended fewer strings would be broken,
one cause Of the piano not remaining in tune
would he removed, and less injury would
result to the "action" of the piano. These
various aunoyances are often attributed to
inferior tuning, or defective make, when
neither is the cause.
Few are aware ofthe benefit to be derived
from having their pianos regularly tuned
and kept in orderj every new piano should be
tuned at least once month, and none
should be allowed to rem ain untuned over
three. When piano is half note below
"concert pitcb," and it is required to be
drawn up, it should be tuned twice, the
; second tuning about a month after tie Isrst
or it will not stand 'welltin tune.