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The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

TIE GREAT WHISKY FIRE IN PHiLADrL.
PuTA.-The Philadelphia Bulletin has
theory as to the cause of this sad catas!ro-
phe, involving the loss Of millions of dollars
which q thus set forth:
SECTION II. of the block was filed with
whisky. by the application Of a uniform
heat, supplied by boiler in the cellar, the
quality of the liquor is improved; the bar.
rels have their bungs removed TO facilitate
tho process, and the exhalations from the
open barrels fiji tho air with an inhamma-
bic compound. Then the floors appear to
be overloaded, and finally to have given
way under the excessive pressure, precipi-
tating the open whisky barrels 10 tte lower
floors and basement, and bringing the COM
bnstibie liquid into contact with the boiler
fire, a fearful explosion was tho immedi.
ate result, and the shattered building and
its conteuts were at once involved in a con-
migration.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

4 gentleman who has tried it, and Is will
ling to swear that it is just us he says, in
forms us that the hest fly. killer in the world
is tumbler OF whisky, sugar and water
They will gather about it in swarns, drink
it very greelily, get drunk instau,ly, tum-
bic in head over heels Immediately, and die
in jiifY. Our Informant states that this
viii kill the prsts ten times quicker than
the lightning fy-ki!ler, and ten times II ore
of them than the old fashioned trap of mo-
lasses and water. IL won't cost much to
try it, and there's lots of flies to expert ment
on now.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

Particulars of the Now York Central ex-
press obbcry show that the robbers entered
the train at Fonda, and left it at some point
unknown. The baggage man and messen.
gers were badly cut in the conflict, and
cayenne pepper and chloroiulm were thrown
in their faces. The baggage at Schenecta.
dy was undoubtedly delivered from the cars
by the robbers, The express safe was open.
ed, and its contents taken. The amount
OF tho loss is as yet unknown, though it is
said to be very heavy.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13
FRANK COOBAN.

The following officers have recently been
installed in the !. o. Of G. T. of this place:
W. G. T., Geo. P. France; W. V. T.,
Miss Ncr,hrnp; W. s., Mrs. A. V. Lodgard
W. +. s., b. II. Northrup; W. T., Miss
Jennie Mapes; W. G., Rev. c. NJ. Heard
W. NJ, S. NJ. Ross; W. 1. G., Miss Jennie
Braddock; W. o. G., VIM. Conners; W. A.
s., Z. W. Codington; W. d. NJ, Miss Lib.
bic Sage; W. r. s., Miss S. Decker; W. l..
s., Miss Flora Phillips
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

RETURNED Our townsman, ]. G. Dnmp.
after sol onrn of few weeks at Bingham.
ton, N. T., his home, returned last evening.
lie was in the midst of the Albany and Sus.
quehanna Railroad War, but owing to ''con-
tcientious scruples" which enables him al
ways to escape danger, retires from the
striio withonthout scar { y with the con.
sent oil the commanding officer, Fisk, Jr.-
lie reports the excitement at Binghamtou,
and all along the Erie road as intense.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13
The new ono dollar greenbacks which will

The new ono dollar greenbacks which will
be out the lst Of September, will have u
vignette of Washington and representation
OF the discovery of America by Columbus
on the face, instead of the vigneite of Chief
Justice Chase, as on those now in use. The
new two dollar notes will have vignette
OF Jefferson and view of tho Capitol, 10.
stead of the vignette of Franklin on the
present one.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

The town of Lynchburg, Va, was estab-
lished in 1885 by an Irish emigrant Of the
name OF Lynch. The term Lynch law"
was derived from his brother, a hot-temper-
ed lrishman, who was colonel in the rev.
olutionary war, and who was In the habit
of dealing summarily with tho tories ald
dcsperadoes who infested this part of the
oountry. Dir. Writ, in his Life of Henry"
says: In 1893, there were many suits on
the south side OF James river, for ipa!ciing
Lynch's Law"
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13
Universal Bath !!
OR RUBBER BATHING TUB.

Names o. parties who have purchased the univer-
N sal Bath
PETROLEUM CENTRE: W II Longwell. David
ynnnsy. r II Sarl ent. l. 2 Walkef, II Derouse, jas
McCray, wm McCray, W srTWY Tay,ori tih,My. he%Ty
Ew Parker. 7 W Doubleday. A Brown, IT, Not
ingham. HESS FARM: NJ Hess T'iTuSNiiLE VS.!
About iol ~ different parties PLhASANI , lLiE ~;
M f Beebc u w Henderson. Oh les Gardner, Col
] s Warner, and a number of other parties to nu
mersus to mention.
THE Universal Bath is convertible INTO six die
ferent stves viz A full length body oath, chiid
sponge or towel bath.
ANY party desiring the Universal Bath, can OBJ
tain ono during the next two weeks, by leaving an
ornef With Mr.. John w. Spencer, at j. NJ SIAM
p. o. Box SS1. D. NJ JohNooN
aug6d2w.
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Good Tcmplar's Convention.

At a meeting of Delegates from the Wa
teriord Union, Edinboro, Venango, Craw-
ford Cambridge, Cory, and Mill Village
on Thursday the 10th of this month, DR..
James +. Reed was chosen chairman and
W. r. Rice, Secretary.
On motion, and after due deiberation, it
was unanimously resolved to hold a Mass
Convention of the order at Cory, on Sept.
10th, to begin at 10 o'clock a. NJ. Of thai
day.
On motion, a cordial and urgent invita-
tion was extended to all the lodges in Erie,
Crawford, Venango and Warren counties
Of Pa, and of Chautauqua Co., N. Y, to
meet at the coming convention in the great
est strength possible.
On motion 1t was carried that the vati-
Gus Lodges should appear in the usua.
regalia.
Necessary committees were selected to
push this movement forward and it is con-
fidently expected that the most favorable
terms OF conveyance will be kindly granted
by the proper authorities of the railroad
companies.
Good Templars' let US make the coming
Convention, bright mark of honor In our
favor,-we can if we will.
By order 81 Com.
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Pass him around. Tle Brookv.lle
Republican says that person named ]. W.
Stevens, hailing from Pittsburgh, has been
playing Doctor in that place, and warns all
persons agains. him ssa consumate cheat,
humhilg and drunken travelling swndler.
He is Of low stature, dark complexion, and
ill-favorcd. He don't pay the printer. his
bills. Hand him on.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

CONSOLIDATION OF THE BUFFALO AND
ERIE WITH THE MICHIGAN SOUTHERN AND
LAKE SHORE RAILROAp.-Th consUlida-
ton of the Buffalo and Erie Railroad Com
pany with the already consolidated Lake
Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad
was cousum ated by vote Of the stock
holders on Tuesday-43,3 339 shares against
81 in opposition. Buff Express
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

A very cool person was that English mob,
who, in frighiful railway accident, missed
his valet. Ono Of the guards came mp and
said "My lord, we bave found your ser.
want, but he is cut in two" "Ah, is hep
said the young man, with a Dundreary
drawl, but with somo anxiety depicted on
his countenance. "Will you be go good as
to SEQ in which half he has tho key of my
carpet bag"
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

TRAINS RUNNING AGAIN on THE OIL CRY
AND PIrnoLE BRANCH RAILROAD The
road Tunning from Pithole to Oleopolis s.
which was nearly cbliterated by tho recent
Hood, Is now in running order, and trains
are again running regularly. George v.
Foreman, OF Oil City, is the Superintendent
Of tho work, and for his untiring energy in
expediting tho work, receives the thanks of
the people. The repairs cost upwards of
S2O,OOO.
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PET. CENTRE, Aug. IL, go.

PET. CENTRE, Aug II, 90.
Mr.. EDIroR Having noticed an article
in your paper of yesterday, concerning the
complimentary benefit of Howard e. Cooban,
at the Variety Theatre, we the undersigned
return our sincere thanks to you, Mr.. Editoi'
and the citizens of Petroleum Centre. We
appear again on Friday evening, August l3
by request, together with the full company,
when we will be happy to sec all.
Yours truly,
FRANK HOWARD.
FRANK COoBAN.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

The Butfa'o Commercial says: 'The peo.
PIC OF Rochester don't do much of anything
now but wait for the blooming Of tho cen
tnry plant which it is confidently expect
ed, will tako place some time before ! 900
Meantime, they keep paying their money
and going in to SEQ the wonderful 'yarb. ="
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

EXTENSION OF THE JAMEsrowN ANp
FRANKLIN r. R.-The work on the line ol
the extension of this road is going vigorous
ly forward. Workmen are now busy get.
ting ont stone for the bridge at the mouth
OF French creek, which Will be a fine and
substantial structure. II is intended tc
have tho extension in working order this
year, and the present vigorous efforts in
dictate that it will be done -Venango Spec.
tator.
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UNIyERsrrY OF MICHIGAN. |
Ann Arhor- Sent IA. 1865, (

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN.
Ann Arbor, Sept. Is, 1865
have examined the Universal Bath. so called,
poteuted by Mr. f. j Knowlton, of Ann Arbor,
Mich It Is both simple and ingenious. and exceed
ing,y convenient With almost no trouble, aperson
with one of them can enjoy all the benefits ana lux
ury of a bah-not confined to bath room-bnt
wherever person wishes to use 1t But little water
is required and it is easily ernptied, and when not
in use, it may be hung against the wall, occupying
but little space With this ingenious arrangement
do not see why every family may not practice
cleanliness, which is next to godliness and enjoy
the invigoration and pleasure of a daily bath. N
f.. HAVEN,
President OF Michigan University.
AppRSss, j. NJ JOHNSON,
P.o, Box ssl,
auct;div. Titusville, PR.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

A dispatch from Buffalo last evening in.
yesterday was won by Goldsmith in three
straight heats. Time 2:l934, 2:l9H.
2:l9M. American Girl End, Palmer Sd.
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i0ty LOST (,

stTaYcd or stolen from pasture field on the Tarr
Farm, on Wednesday, August ith, red COW with
white spot on forehead with one car cut, has four
white eet, two white spots on the right side Who
ever viii return said cow, give information
where she may be found, will be literally rewarded
CHARLES DURN,-
larr Fam +. ~, or
'ayo information NJ the Record Office. aug13st
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

a sharp newsboy OF Columbus arranged
some scraps OF tin, nicely BACKED, on Sat
nrday, and enlled a Icouple tf strangers by
getting five cents piece for them. Thcy
&C! sl,d iLut tEc sclIs was total.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13
.,yWaYED OR STOLEN

,hl,io nn SUNDAY of,r loun, Sth inst, one Dark
Bay Horse, blind in one eye one Dark BAY Mare
scnr on off hip caufed by kick white spot III lore
.,nn rc,nrnirG snid horses or giving information
Mnere '"'' "''' WM :. STEWART.
e'' oro,odtr Supt Stevenson Farm.
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Last week q new well was stuck on the
Black farm, Big Bear creek, Butler county,
two aud oae-halt miles floln Parker's Land.
ing on the Allegheny river. 1t is produc
ing twenty-five barrels day.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

New STRIKE AT PARKER's LANpING.- -
A now we'll at Parker's Landing commenc-
cd pumping on Saturday last, starting off
at the rate. Of twenty-five barrels. 1t is
thought by experts to be permanent we Il
at the rate mentioned. The owners are
Phipps & Clawson, formerly of Franklin.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

A widow postmisiress was superseded ty
wounded soldier in the village Of Sherman
short time since, when the Susan L.
Anaonys OF that place arose in mighty
Indignation, and denounced Congressman
She!Lon 10 vehement terms.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

The Atlantics, of Brooklyn, beat the Hay.
makers, of Lansingburg, at. base ball at
Saratoga on Monday by score of % to H.
Each club having now won match, the
rubber will be played COON
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13
BinghamptoD, Aug. IL.

General McQuade. Governor Hoffmaus
Superintendent of the Albany Il Susquehan-
ma Railroad. arrived this morning from
Albany and took possession of the road.
On his way from Harpersville to the tunnel,
II miles, General McQuade found it neces-
sary to travel in carriage, the rails hav-
ing been taken and their position altered
during the recent controversy. The militia
Iry have been withdrawn and are now here.
The war is quite ended, but it is impossi-
BILE to open the road for travel under two
OF three DAYS
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

The marriage of the daughter Of Prof.
Heatt, Of Harvard University, to son of
Fred. Douglass, is announced; and il Miss
II. is satisfied, wo don't see why everybody
else should get in heat about it,
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

The Oil City Park Association holds its
fall meeting on August 18th, and 18th.
Large premiums are offered, md many
fast horses are expected.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13
Use MorrisOn's Genuine Pine Tar
and Persian Healing Soaps.

These soaps are impregnated with exotcs OF the
mildest and most Balsamic nature, aud are warrant
ed perfectly innocent and free from mineral and 9th
er pernicious admixtures, and are selected by the
ladies' and the public in general in prefercr ce to all
other soaps as the great producers and Of
n healthy purity of complexion, and conservator
of female beauty. For the softness and delicacy
which they induce 10 the hands and face their capa-
bity of soothing irritation and REMOVING unsightly
erup,!ons render them indispensable TO every toll
c. We kindly ask the public to try tho virtues OF
these soaps. j. l. ii. eco, Proprietors.
A. D. Miller & Co , General Agents. jul2!-3n.
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TELEGRAPH
REPORTED FOR THE DAILY RECORD,
Afternoon Dispatches.
Buffalo. N. Y, Aug. l3.

: DUllaIo. N T , aug 10
Mike McCoole, the noted pugilist, was
attacked while unarmed yesterday. BY Ed:
Burns Chicago rough. and badly CUT and
beaten with brass knuckles. There Is great
excitement among the sporting men IN con.
sequence. McCoole has the sympathies OF
the public.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

Tom Sayers, son of the pugilist, has come
out as comic singer in London and sports
bis fathers fighting costume in the music
halls.
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Hon. Roscoe Conkling has been invited
to deliver the openiag address at the Buffalo
international fair, and will probably accept
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

ine Crawford Journal has experienced a
rev change of administration, M.ssrs Uo..
lister az Metcalf living place to C. w. Tyler
and W. f. Chalian', as editors aud publish =
ess.
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The journals of tho day contain gloomy
accounts of the increase of crime.
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Brigham IOung's last proposition Is O
legislative "stunner." He proposes to con-
fine himself to ono woman If every member
of Congress will do the same.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

Ladies: 1t is useless to roast yourselves
over hot fire when all kinds of baking
can be bought so cheap at A. NJ. Shuts
'urie'y BAKERY. aup9dlw.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13
Buffalo claims $50, 900 population.

One hotel at Saratoga holds nty-three
millionaires.
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The opening OF the Pacific Railroad saves
$500, 900 on post-oiice contracts.
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CANDIDACY ANNOUNCEMENTS.
PROTHONOTARY.

Mr. Fr1ror-pease annourccih namco' TfoM
AZ y, NAeHy. of Petroleum Centrc as n candicnte
for Prothonatary of Nenango County, subject 10 INC
usaces of the Democratic party
COUNTY TREASURER
Mr. EptroR:-Pleasc announce the name ol a., a.
Keenan, rs a candidate for County treasurer sun
ject TO the usages uf the Democratic party
'ee' W WV MANY CITIZENS.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

Mass at 10li q. m.
vesper and Benediction Of the Blessed
Sacrament at 4 p. IN.
Catecbism at Up. NJ.
JAMES DUNN. Pastor.
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Divine Services.

B1VtNB SCfV1CtS.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.
Preaching at IL o'clock A. NJ, and 7]a
O'Clock L. NJ.
Rev. J. T. OxToBY, Pastor.
The Petroleum Centre daily record. [volume] (Petroleum Center, Pa.) 1868-1873, 1869-08-13

The latest dispatch h states Vhe New York
Central express robbers obtained $40, 900.
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Time of closing MAILS.

I1m0 OI 5TIOSINg WHITSs
p o., PETROLEUM CENTRE, Pa,
july 27sT, 1858.
Until further notice the mails will arrive at ana
depart from this Office as follows:
ARRIVE.
South and East, via. Irvineon, 1923 a. NJ
South and West, Meadville, BIS =. NJ
North and East, Cory, 255
DErARr.
South and West, s45 A. NJ.
Sontl East and West, . 90 =. NJ.
North, East and West, 1000 A. NJ.
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METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH.
Services every Sabbath at IL A. NJ. and
~ P. NJ. Sabbath School at9H A. NJ.
Seats free. A cordial invitation extend
ed to all.
REy. C.. NJ UEARn Pastor.
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
ENe.Nc SALE !

yICE sALE'
The block Of buildings formerly owned by Goodman,
No 20 and q Washington street, Is offered for sale,
singly OF together. Inquire of o, +. 6chonbsm;
Pet. Centre, Aug l3, 69--tf
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KEEP COOL

BY purchasing one of those KEFRIGERAToRs at
the Furniture Store.
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Local Notices.
WHITE LIN +

A fresh supply, just received at r. r. Fisher Drug
Store
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CeYpets, OF every quality and description, at
REYNOLDS, BHoDHEAD II CO.'S, No. IL Centre
Street. opposite the r. o., Oil City, Pa. rtItsa
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SITS. PETER AND PAUL'S (Catholie)
CHURCH.
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new 10, Of the celeb ated I. X. L. Knives inst
received at the POST OFFICE.
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REV. c. NJ. HEARD, Pastor.
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special Notice.

Try our'Nayy Tobacco We know It is the best
IN the market. w. ". NICHOLSON u co.
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All Dailies, wooklies ard Magazines at HOLMES
& FARNSWoRTU News Room.
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All accounts not settled Immediately, will be left
with an officer for collection.
Aprlie REYNOLDS Il co.
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For STATIONERY, &c, call at II DIMES &
FARNSyTORTH'S News Room.
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New Flour, Feed and Grocer!
store
y. =. PKATHER,

AT the OLD BANK BUILDING, ON MAtN-ST,
opposite the McClintock House, has on hand n
large and fist class stock Of Flour, Feed aud
Groceries. which he ia selling at low figure
To- Don't forget the placc-wi ere A. d. Cotton
& Company broke up. jan2tf
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aug'hiv.
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BIRDS JAVA, SPA3ROWS, CANARY, GER
MAN, at A. d. MILLER " co.
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The very basl pocket e:iCutle-y--Razors and Scis
sGr---all wnrranted--at W. II. NICfIOLSON'S.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1869-06-10

One Of those most worthy divinss
who 50 earnestly believe that one
must he buried three times face fore
mot in the water before the gates
Of Heaven would be opened to admit
the soul. in the miIst Of . discourse
on lis favorite subject, stopped sud-
denly and exclaimed, "Now, DON:
think believe that mere water will
save sinners from he'll. for ] don't
think so at all. Why, il We believed
that putting you under the water'd
save you. we'd catch every one OF
you and force you under the water.
lid give you > id good chase
for 1t" exclaimed young man who
WAS decidedly more impious than
polite.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1869-06-10
4 TWO csyr DOC.


The -. ,win. ise illustrates in
Al saNins iaaane- tas serious ca
,in';;ss ..lst nay spring from ap'
pa-en;.y trivial canses.
Ia New YorE, Que afternoon, q
two-cent dog sprapg from an aliey,
closely followed b. five cent brick
Rounding tic corner, he caase in
c0utacs with the. feet Of Dutch wo.
,nsa wio vas carrying = ing of mo
lasses in one hand. and basket al
eggs in the other The sudden col
lision oftlle dog with her lower cx-
trtmities threw her frog her feet,
and she sat down on thee basket OF
eggs. At tie same 'iiae breaking the
jug ON the paven.en, a yoyng gent,
anxious TO catch the train. was rpn-
ming close behind. stepped on one
OF the fragments OF the jng> and its
contents. and fell down on the chest
OF the Dutch woman, who said mine
Cot The young man said something
about mad dog. but In the excite
,nent Of the momert he spelled il
backwards In the meantime the
dog had run against the feet OF a
team OF horses attached to 3 load OF
potatoes. and they, taking fright.
started for home The endbsard
being out. they unloaded the pota-
toes along the street as they, went.
In crossing the railaoad track the
wagon caught in the rails aud moved
one ofthem from its place. A .ffeigt
train coming along just then it was
thrown from the track, smashing
up a dozen cars. killing thirty or for
" hogs; the horses, on reaching
home. ran ia rough the barry ard and
the COW, nilkmaid and pail. One Of
the horses was killed, AID the other
is crippled for lie. 1t IS now a
mooted question whether the man
who threw The brick At the two cent
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