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Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

Mrs. DALL's LEcTUREs.-The course of
lectures which closed on Friday evening last,
by Mrs. Dali of Boston, deserve at our hands
some further notice.
They were filled with facts, giving proof, on
every page, of the rarest industry. They told
US of new names, and new industrial, inteIlec.
tual, and mechanical achievements of woman
and in such rapid succession that the pen of
the ready writer only could report them. To
collect them she had laid under contribution
all literature, turning aside from none which
seemed likely to give light on her inquiries.
She advocated Labor as of Divine appoint
ment and of universal application; as necessa-
ry for woman as for man, and as the door
through which she must pass for her complete
emancipation. She showed how much has been
done in this direction within few years. and
indicated many more employments which
await only the right talent and application to
make them equally seryiceabe to her sex and
to the world.
She advocated honest work. She would
have ocoman's work synonymous with true
work. While acknowledging that this is not
SO now, she yet believed that her appearance
more generally in the professions and in trade
would be followed by higher moral standard
in them all.
The title of her course, "Woman's Riqht TO
Labor" necessarily implied that this was de.
MED and made necessary affirmation and
proof The history of Mr.. Benefits introdue-
ton OF Matchmaking in London that he might,
by womans labor manufacture them there as
cheaply as at Genoa; of the opposition to the
School of Design at Marlborough House. that
poor helpless men should not starye and
many more similar accounts confirmed her
view.
Dlrectness and fearlessness characterized
the lectures. When speaking of one of the
consequences of low wages, she was confront
ed with the plea made by many of the fallen,
that this had been the cause, she examined all
the authorities within her reach and what she
found in them she gave her hearers knowing
that truth is Of far higher moment than any
conventionalsms whatever. We thank her
for her earnest words.
She appeared here when our community
was given up to its municipal canvass but
her audiences increased to the end, and, as an
evidence of their interest we add, that more
attentive ones no speaker could ask for.
AS the lectures. unaHeviatcd are to appear
soon in book form, we may then take occasion
to say more on the general subject
Our FRIENDS Of Goddard & Aldrich's Band
| have frequently been demanded in two places
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The Arabian horse Imaum, died on Monday
morning last, at the farm of the late Garrett
Vanmeter, near Richmond, Va 1t was one
Of the two horses presented 10 President Van
Buren,, in 1887 by the Imaum of Muscat, and
was at the time of his death about thirty years
old
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

CONCERT AND DANcE.-Fiske's Band are to
give, tonight, at Mechanics Hall, another
promenade concert and dance The one given
by them on Thanksgiving night will be re-
membered with pleasure by those who attend
ed. There will be a good instrumental concert
till O'Clock; then dancing will be the order of
the nipht
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

DIR. MArTIsoN'S INDIAN EMMENAGoGUE.
This celebrated female medicine possessing virtues un
known oany thing else the kind is prepared from an
Indian plant used by the natives for the same purpose
from time mmSmoral and now for the first time offered
TO the public knowledge ofthis wondrous plant was
obtained from SHENANDOAH, an Oneida Chief who
ilved near Syracuse, ~ Y, to great 1t is neatly
put up III two ounce bottles with full directions for us
ing and warranted to any case OF obstruction of
the Monthly SckResS-Often in ftceRtour hours after
all other remedies have been tried in vain This may
be refuRded. ~ r. " WV
81 Purely Uegetable, containing nothing in the least
injurious TO health, and may be taken Nth perfect saetv
at all times. f' " N'''e
Ladies' therefore, in want of something reliabfe had
better send for the INDIAN EMMENAGOGUEi instead
oil wasting time and money in trying other things which
are Arrays etherunsa uncertain therefore nerer
warranted as IS this GREAT REMEDY, Sent by express
Sold ONLY at DIR. MATTISON'S REMEDIAL IN
SIlfcTE for SPECIAL DISEASES No. rs Union ST.
Providence, r. |. ~
G3 SENT FREE, by enclosing a STAMP as above a
pamphiet on DISEASES OF WOMEN, and on Private
anu chrome Maladies generally; also CIRCULARS giving
fuli information with undoubted references and testo
malls; WITHOUT WHICH, NO MEDICINE OF THE
WHATEVER, -
Eg Orders promptly attended to- See advertisement
III tIs paper deodawtf o2l
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

David scott, Druggist and Apothecary, No. 25l
Nam street, corner Mechanic street. Worcester Mass
furnishes pure drugs and patent medicines of all kinds
wholesale and retail, supplies Physicians with medicines
on the most liberal terms for cash. and devotes his
la attention to the compromising and preparation Ply
scldhS prescriptions div au2
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

EzS Single copies of the DAILY or WEEKLY SPY wrap
ped or otherwise may always be found our Publication
Office. Printers Exchange, Foster street
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In this city, Dec. 10, twin sons to Levi L. johnson


In this city Dec 10. by Rev $. Kelley, Hollis j. Haven
to Mary Jane fitzslmons both of this city
In West Acton, Dee. II, by Rev g. W. Randall Of NAL
zen Isaac Crouch Harvard, to Mrs Martha Gates Of
Lancaster. ~ vs.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

Mrs. WlnxIOY, an experienced nurse ami far,aIo
physician has Soothing Syrup for children teething
Which greatly facilitates the process teethine nv sof
tenng the gums reducing inammatlon-willa llav ali
pam and Is sure to regulate the bowels Depend upon
H. mothers it will give rest to yourselves and relief and
health TO your Infants Perfectly safe all cases See
advertisement in another column. d&wIy au9
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

Of these, the first eight were upon the Re-
publican ticket, and were elected The vote
for ward officers did not essentially differ from
the vote on the general ticket
CITY GOVERNMENT FOR 1860
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:, Mrs. M w. GeraIds, FhysicIan-an expe
at the head OF Union street. '
special attention given to Uterine Complaint and Dis
uses OF Chldren Office hours from to a. m and from
~ . p H. du ie25
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

- I-ucius Merri1ieId, Teacher of the Piano Forte
harmony, &c. Residence Carroll street. Worcester
OF DIFF
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Wolfe,s Pure Coennc Hron,Iy-

To ALL Who USE BRANDY
Upolpho Wolfe's pure Cognac Brandy, imported and
bottled bv himself warranted pure and of the best quail
n.y. The citizens of Worcester respectfully invited
10 Try TINS randy, which, ON comparison will be found
supenorto any article of the kind offered sale in this
market Each bottle has the following Certificate and
we are requested by to state that when the Ger
ticate on the bottle is not sufficient he alyays willing
TO make an affidavit that what he says in the Certif
cate is true
PURE COGNAC BRANDY.
CERTIFICATE.
hereby certify that the Brandy contained in this bot
tie was imported and bottled by me, with my name on
the cork for medical and private use and warranted
perfectly pure, and of the best quality.
o. oDoLPHO WOLFE, y Beavcr-st., New York,
SchndppS.
For sale by Druggists generally dlm* u22
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Special Clothes.

4, Holloway Ointment and Pills. without
these ihe mother OF family would be short of the Do
esIlc MUSICIAN OF the nineteenth century; the one
us sure remedy for cutaneous disorders and the
oter ior internal diseases. Sold the anufactorv No
ov Maiden Lane New York, and by all Druggists at pc
W. 'tii" vi pei pot ana poA dot dl3
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

OLD NEWSPAPERS for sale at this office,
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

u. n. TOurtelIOtte, NJ. D., Denti,t has ro
moved his office from lSS lain street TO HARRINGTON r
ner. Rooms with DIR. Newton diff oG
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Gitg ann County NntelIlgente.

MLIEUKULUUIIAL UBNEKN AIIUNS,
At the State Lunatic Hospital Worcester for the week
ending Dec. IL, 1859.
TheyDaometer Wind. Rain.
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

Prepared GIue.-Mr. Spalding has certainly con
ierred great blessing on his preparation
OF prepared Glue 1t is always ready for USE and can
be applied Immediately to fractured table broken
chair or in fact anything that requires glue to mend it,
by ANYBODY who likes without the trouble of having to
mix 1t in any shape way. Thereby saving the trouble
inconvenience, and of sending furniture to tho
cabinet makers to be repaired This alone Independent
OF us intrinsic value will make it article universally
helt III all families. deOutf
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13
WILLIAM w. RICE.

MAYOR,
WILLIAM w. RICE.
ALDERMEN,
WARD 1.-ALEXANDER THAYER.
WARD 2.-ALBERT TOLMAN.
WARD 3.-ASA l.. BURBANK.
WARD 4-FRANCIs HARRINGTON.
WARD 5.-ISAAC GODDARD.
WARD 6.-EDWIN DRAPER.
WARD 7.-SAMUEL r. HAYWOOD.
WARD Sd. S. MESSENGER.
WARD OFFICERS.
Ward 1.-Councilmen-H. b. Hakes Gerry Vaen-
tine Samuel f. Staples. School Committee-Geo.
W. Russell. Overseer of the Poor-Samuel Banis-
ter. Assistant Assessor-N. 7. Bemis Warden-D.
B, Gomins. Clerk-A L. Wilson. Inspectors-Jos.
Ward 2-Councilmen-George r. Peckham, A. B.
Il, Sprague, and E. A Muzzy, School Committee
X. L. Smyth. Overseer of the Poor-Wiam G.
Maynard. Assistant Assessor-W. A. S. Smyth.
Warden-Ahaz Bassett. Clerk-r. NJ Woodward.
Inspectors Phelps, Geo. S. Hamilton, and
Ira I. Allen.
Ward -Councilmen-James E. Estabrook, Ly-
man Brown, and ID. q. Temple. School Committee
Jonas Bartlett. Oyerseer of the Poor-Samuel L.
Gates Assistant AssessorIJason Temple, Warden
Andrew j. Gustin. Clerk-George Holmes. In
spectOrs-Hollis Eaton jeremiah Foley, and James
Radigan.
Ward 4-Councilmen-Mose Taft. Charles r.
Pratt and Charles S. Childs. School Committee
Samuel d. Harding. Overseer of the Poor-James
Mcfarland. Assistant Assessor-Walter r. Bige-
low. Warden-Elbridgc Aldrich. Clerk-M. s.
McConville. Inspectors-Moses Taft, Benjamin L.
Holbrook, and John j. Brosnihan.
Ward 5.-Councilmen-Simeon Clapp, C. f. Wash
burn, and Geo. Crompton. School Committee
Rev. j. H. Twombly for the uneXpired tenn of Rev.
E. Cutler resigned; and S. V. Stone for the full term
of three years. Warden-D. NJ. Woodward. Clerk
VIM u. Strong. Overseer of the Poor-John F.
Gleason, Assistant Assessor-sumner Bridges. In
spectors of Elections-J. g. Freeman, Thomas L.
Bqgbee and Josiah 6. Perry.
Ward 6-Councilmen-D. IL. Fitch, Henry God
dard, j. w. Jordan. School Committee ohm
c. Newton. Assistant ASSESSOR. W. Allen. Over
seer of the poor-Thomas Pierce. Warden-Joel
Davis. Cierk-Brigham Balcom Inspectors of
Elections-S b. Crosby, Horace E. Brooks and 0.
Ward 7-Counclmen-Jose H. Walker, A. G.
Goes, A. G. Walker. School Commttee-Ch
Ballard. Assistant Assessor-R. II. Shepard. Over
seer of the Poor-J. f. Tucker. Warden-Edward
Whitney. Clerk ii. Bancroft. Inspectors of
Elections-H. W. Babbitt ID. f. Estabrook and
Baylies Upham.
Ward -Councilmen-Richard Ball, Elbridge
Boyden, Il. +, Chamberlain. School Committee
Rev. r. II. Shipper for the full term, and John IL,
Brooks for uneXpired term of Dwight Foster resign
ed. Assistant ACKNOWLEDGMENT Gates, Oyerseer
of the Poor-Levi Jackson Warden-Stephen p.
Iwiss Clerk-W. Brigham. Inspectors of Elec-
tons-Wm. L. Clark, Dexter Rice, and Luther
Ross.
The Getty tickets" for ward officers in wards
and 4, were elected over the Republican.
Ward 5, formerly one of the Democratic
strongholds, elected Republican officers by a
respectable majority. The day closed as qui-
city as it commenced no demonstrations Of tri
umph being made to signalize the victory.
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~. Noouwin, an experienced ana success
~ NOUS herself IN readiness day and night 10
htena 70 the duties her profession. Residence is
"'"eot du OA
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

Mr.. Edwards, Artist, having located his studio
and residence in this city will devote his attention TO the
various departments OF his profession Persons wishing
teach will find, it is believed, entire satisfaction The
course will consist of Pencing Cravon Pastie India
Ink, Water Color Drawing and Oil Painting as shall he
agreed to- His Exhibition Rooms in Flaggs Block OBJ
pose Bay state House, are free, and open from to
"a and from to 4. Visitors invited to call Informa
ton given by letter to persons distance d3m nil
j. Il. LinneIl, NJ. d., HOMEOPATHIC PHYSI
ClAN AND SURGEON, No. 8 Elm street, Worcester
Office hours from to 4, and b to p. deodtf o23
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Thomas w. Fox, Attorney at Law Office. No 8
AN' ""iii " oicestcr' Mass dly mch7
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. Mr: hegg, DYER AND CLEANSER, continues Tho buei
ness o. Cleansing, RedgeiHg and Rcpaiing Men ANN
81 nilu also clehnses Ladies' Shaws, Rida Dressnl H.
re mas increased his help and facilities to meet The steadv
increase III MS business Once No. Pleasant street '
heaylng executed at from three 10 ten dnys notIce
anu oenng at shorter notice when the or cnn
~ - S"a'''"eis requires H. Off O2y
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kemoyai.nDr c. A. HILLS Medical Office is re
.noNou " w. o. nam street. diff iyIl
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~ iiCE-Whereas my wife, REBECCA
ont nv cn M has left my bed and board with
ny voIseht TINS is to warn all persons from harhor
OF trusting her on my account shall paw no debts
Upton, Dec. H. 1859. d3is "hiiNE1:
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B. II BIN
HOMOEOPATHIsT.

c iast Ten years practicing Physician and SDrroo
To N. l., mas opened office in Uarrine t,,,
corner NO up stairs. Office hoursS a m =" 10 ~ 3
-- r. uu dig
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Apples! Applcs.-7OO BARRELS of snInndid
Winter Apples; also, BUTTER AND CHEESE: Irecnv
gu anu lor SAFE by DRAPER d CLARK
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

Liquid Anandine.~The rema kable and uniform
success when has tended the Of this preparations
yentiye and cure for Chapped Hands and Roughness of
the Skin The rapditv of its effect is marvellous the
majority of cases yielding to or three applications
rendering the skin soft and yeyety in feeling and appear
ance. Prepared only by JOHN Q, HILL, Apothecary
Mechanics Hall Building, Worcester, Mass d6m Nj
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

d, y. ~: Burr, NJ. h., Homeopathic Physician No
S1tl street Office hours FROM to 10 A. NJ and TO
N ~ H. NJ u3in" 90
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RLANCARD'S PILLS-For sale, wLoIe-
40 '"io az" htf le'"i' ny j. SCOTT
YRUSSES, TRUSSES.-A large assort-
ment oil Marsh rr'lsses and Supporters, for sale bv
~ du 25l MAN, cor Mechanic street
Worcester daily spy. [volume] (Worcester [Mass.]) 1850-1888, 1859-12-13

1KEMlUM BOAR. - The Boar which
- LOOK the hrst premium at the Worcester Arricultn
ta society Fair In 1858, and which is unouestionahi
of 'JHMES y 5o4 pT, az me Barn
VIC uti Cor of Main and Austin streets
Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-23
CHAPTER XxI.-CosrlSuRp.

That hiarity which generally marks re-
markabe event in ones life was not manifes-
ted ON that occasion. But there appeared
to be general satisfaction prevailing the
group Of friends. At a late hour the party
retired, leaving Mr.. Watson and his Nephew
to converse upon the only subject that engros-
sed their attention--the return of Rosa. The
old man seemed highly pleased with his sue
in ferreting out the retreat of his friend s
ward, as well as the part Samuel had played
In effecting her return.
Samuel related all he knew about the mat
ter as concisely as possible, Heinformed him
OF the villanous conduct OF Roger Wilson and
of Rosa's fortune.
The sudden fall Of the young man appear
ed very much to surprise him. He little
thought that the son of one OF the most pi-
ous men in Carolina could SO utterly forget
his position in society, as to become a muir
derer and thief,
After expressing himself very much obliga-
ted to his Nephew, Mr.. Watson shook him
warmly by the hand and they retired for the
night. Samuel did not sleep SO soundly that
night as one might imagine would be the
case after long and tiresome ride. His mind
ran back through long series Of circum-
stances and incidents of the most thrilling
character one OF no little importance was
the incident Of the rope walk, where Ida
Strickland had wreaked her revenge on the
head of George Raymond. This affair caused
him considerable uneasiness- His sudden de-
parture with Ida might lead George to believe
that he was insome way concerned in the loss
OF his ear and rebound to his discredit and
injury in his absence. lie cared not so much
for himself as the probability Of the libertine'f
vengeance on Ida in return for the mark o
disgrace he was compelled to endure the re-
mainder of his days. While these thoughts
were passing through Samuel Irving's brain
there was one other sleepless being under TIL,
same roof-one who had not yet figured il
this story. 1t was Hugh Watson, the SOU o
the venerable uncle--it was his cousin. VIII,
this young man should experience sleeples,
nights or toss upon his heavy pillow, will b,
developed in the sequel.
Hugh Watson was a youth of ardent at
acknowledgements in appearance, ant
what some of the ladies might term a very
handsome young man. The first impression
made upen him of a tender character aros,
frem an early acquaintance with Rosa. AL
though he was firm and resolute in all hi
transactions with men-manly in all, and il
every senso Of the word, when brought IL
sontaet with tho stener sex, he had neve
dared to breath syllable of affection to tn
being who held in captivity his heart. 1t wa
difidence nearly exeusable in love and onl,
to be accounted for by the extreme difidenc
of youth, and the fact OF Roger Wilson stand
ing between him and his chance. That hi
lsvs never found a recipient in her bosom
Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-23
CHAPTER XIII.
SPORTING.

The friends, during the time that inter
vened between the events of the last chapter
and the day that Samuel and Ida were to de-
part for home, possessed not that gaity
which had marked their former conduct. A
saddened expression seemed to steal over
their countenances and the merry laugh
that had heretofore made Mr.. Willis mansion
ring with merriment was. exchanged for
solemn conversation. What serious changes
often come over the minds of the human
family. But few months had elapsed since
Ida and Rosa were undergoing the greatest
excitement in Delaware; then they were trans.
ported to the scenes of happiness, which
again were about to be exchanged for some
thing else. Human life is but succession o
changes. 10 day the bright sun OF prosperity
warns into existanee much happiness. to
morrow the bleak winds OF adversely witheri
every pleasure.
Tho southern visit Of Ida and Rosa wai
calculated to produce results that had never
entered into their calculations, idawas pret'
ty well satisfied that her mother was the LOST
sister of Arthur willis and that Rosa was
Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-23
T n 3 = md.

;ef- Reader, so far as the Cousins are con
cerned, our task is done--our journey is en-
ded. hope we have had an interesting time
together. The story itself is one founded on
incidents that must be familiar to many who
reside in this city, at this day. gave some
of the characters fctious names, in order, that
they might travel incog, and not wound the
feelings of any relatives who might still be
living among us.
My attention is now engrossed with the
QUAKER SPY, who hope, will prove quite as
interesting character as the Cousins. Have
patience with few of the first chapters of this
story, and have no doubt but you will be
better pleased with its recital than with the
Cousins, and do know, that it will impart a
great deal more Information. If, in the story
have just finished you have found sufficient
interest to while away tedious hour, l am
satisfied and amply repaid for my labor.
JAMES MONTGOMERY.
Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-23
CHAPTER XIV.

A few weeks passed and the whole party
were once more seated in the mansion OF Ar
thur Willis. 1t was indeed beautiful pic
ture. The venerable old mans countenance
was beaning with Joy; Madam Strickland was
conscious of being once more restored to her
friends and home; Ida and Rosa sat by the
side of Samuel Irving and Hugh Watson dis
coursing upon topic of a very different char
acter than any that had heretofore engrossed
their minds. Arthur rose, took his niece BY
the hand and led her to the piano. She seat
ed herself before the instrument with which
she had so often whiled away so many happy
hours
What associations arose in her mind as she
struck the keys the first time and found II in
perfect tune and anrweringin silvery language
to her touch, were never converted into Ian
guage.
OH music: sweet paralyEer of unAappi-
Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-23
W., MIDDLE Acrs.-A " History Of Progress

The MIDDLE AeEs.-A History of Progress
in Great Britain,' just published, gives some
curious statistics. The early inhabitants Of
the isles made but two meals a day; a slight
breakfast in the forenoon and supper which
atoned for their matutinal abstinence. Wood,
earthenware, or osier supplied the dishes, and
horns or shells the drinking vessels at the
primitive repasts of wood-stained or skin-clad
diners. Agriculture has nourished and faded
much in the same way from Queen Boadicea
10 Queen Victoria. In one respect the middle
ages people showed themselves more dainty
than their descendants. In 1906 the King was
petitioned to stop the smoke by prohibiting
the burning of coal. Burning sea coal was
at one time capital offence, and in the reign
Of Edward /, a man was executed for it.
Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-23
VOLUME I.---No. l3.

from past transactions, was very evident.
Yet the unquenchable flame which burns in
the deepest recesses of the heart will continue
to exist under any and all circumstances.
II may be smothered and apparently extin-
guished, but when the opportunity offers will
burst out anew, with increased vigor The
return of Rosa had this effect upon the young
man.
Delaware inquirer. (Wilmington, Del.) 1859-18??, 1859-07-23

IMPROVED FRICTION MATcHEs.---Th common
friction matches are not waterproof, and are
often so affected by even the moisture IN the
atmosphere that no light can be obtained from
them. 1t is not the sulphur which is thus
sensitive to humidity, but the phosphoric
composition. By recent invention they are
made waterproof without increasing tne cost;
then in the phosphoric composition they are
dinned in the composition first and then in the
SULPHUR by which method the phosphorus
has a waterproof covering, which breaks of
at the first attrition, leaving the phosphorus
bare to be ignited.