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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24
The City Meat Market.

ANTELOPE. BUFFALO, BEAR, DEER AND
FRIzR Ox.-Ward & Spencer. proprietors Of the
City Meat Market, are keeping that popular
meat-ery, (haw will that do fer new word p
in style considerably ahead of anything in that
line ever before seen in Ottawa. They not only
procure the best and iattest of beeves, veal,
pork, mutton, Sc. but from time to time, at ex.
ira expense, provide their customers with all
sorts of game, &h, &C.; and in short, this mar.
ket is kept up with the best Chicago markets.
The prize steer of which frequent mention has
been made in this paper, is now on exhibition
there, neatly dressed, and is doubtless the finest
fat beet offered to the people of this 'settle.
msnt." We advise our citizens to go to the
market this morning for choice steak or roast.
Thursday morning crowds we're attracted around
the doors Of this market, where were hanging a
black tailed deer, 6ne young antelope and
quarter of young buffalo calf, all recently
killed on the plains and sent to Ward and Spen-
Ger to be cut up fer their customers for Christ
mas dinners.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

New LAMP.-The Perkins s. House non.ex.
plosive Lamp has received the highest commen.
dation Of all scientific men as the only safe lamp
offered to the public. 1t is beautifully made Of
BRASS 50 that it is ornamental, and so construct
cd that NO explosion or breakage can occur from
it. The draft Of air i. received by an air cham.
Der through the centre of the lamp from the bot.
tom. 90 that while it keeps the oil cool it also
furnishes strong current of air to supply the
wick. and produces more perfect combustion of
the oil and gives very superior light, at least
ene-third more than an ordinary lamp. There
is no one thing that il 90 much wanted as a safe
lamp to light our fresides. cur halls and our
churches. The Perkins & House Lamp meets
that want.
Sold BY oanvsssing agents only. A good can.
vasslng agent wanted in every town.
Davis & Co., 1913 Monroe st., Chicago, are the
general agents for northern Illinois.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

JEwELRY.-MoCsin g. Haskell have an extern
ive assortment of choice jewelry for Christmas
presents. They have large lot Of breast pins
car rings, finger rings, watch chains. besides an
extensive stock of emblems peculiar to the diff
fersat secret societies, such as Masonic, Odd
Fellows, Temple of Honor, Knights Templ,r,
Good Templar', G. A. R and Engineers socie.
ties. Also pins suited to printers, shoemaker
butchers, tailors, &C., and a general assortment
OF fancy jewelry, all suitable for Christmas gifts
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

HORSE FOR SALE.-A bargain is offered to
any one desirous of purchasing splendid buggy
horse. He is young, handy, active, medium in
size, lively trotter, fine roadster. and SO gen.
tie tta;a woman or child can Dive him with
safety. BE is perfectly sound. and in all respects
handsome and valuable horse. For further
particulars call at the FREE TRADER oficse.
j. G. ARMSTRONG.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24
sURercAL-willis Coushlin, . bright, intel.

sURGIcAL.-willis Coughlin, bright, intel.
ligsnt lad. living in Brookhsld. in this county,
has long been cripple. The muscles Of one
foot have been drawn up. slsvating the top Of
the foot so that he was obliged to limp along on
the toes Of that foot He Vas at last prevailed
upon to submit it to . surgical operation. Dr.
Boyle looked at it and decided that it could be
greatly rsmsdisd. and performed the operation
BY severing some o.. the contracted muscles, and
putting the foot in . stretcher Of his own inven.
ton, which is slowly bringing the foot to its
proper position. Willie is doing we'll, fact tha,
will crafty his many school fellows and friends.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

FARMERS NEErING-There will be a meet.
ing Of the farmers Of the town of Wsltham on
Wednesday evening, Jan. 4, 1871: for the pur.
pose OF completing the organization Of their Lit.
ersry and Protective Association. The speech
Of the evening will be delivered by W. H. Shee-
han, Esq, of Wslthsm. Fsrmets of Wallace
are respectfully invited. By order of Committee.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

CONGREGATIONAL FEsrIvAL.-Du uring the
past three days snd evenings fair and festival
las teen in progress at the New Congregational
shruoh. It is q success, and has added . re-
sPsctabls sum towards the amount needed for
the completion Of that edifce.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Josh Hilliard, No. % La Sale street. is selling
out all his winter goods at cost. He has and
will continue to do 50 for the mex. two months
so.give place for large spring stock. Bargain.
will be given in blankets, shawls and under wear,
that can't be beat in Ottawa. Scarfs and nubiss
cheap. He is bound not to be uudersold in
anything.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

TAKEN Ur.-On Thursday evening last, at
about 0 o'clock. a span Of black horses with Hsl.
ness, lone had blanket on,) came into my en-.
closure. one mile west Of the court house, Otta.
va The owner can have them BY paying
charges and for this nutice. w 3. MCNAIR.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24
John Stout CloslnG Oue!

Vun SSOuS NIVo0u8 OUVS
Now again is your chance to bay:
Woolen Shswls at cost.
Alpsccss, new and good, at cost.
Empress Cloths at cost.
Cashmere goods st cost.
Linen Table Cloths ct cost.
Linen Napkins, extra, st cost.
White Goods, al kinds, ct csst.
Flauuels, thick aud warm, st cost.
Boots and shoes at cost.
Prints and muslins st cost.
Prices farther reduced on everything.
JOHN STOUT
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

CIGARs-Mr. Schneider, on La Sale street,
has a very choice assortment of elegant meer.
schaum pipes, cigar holders, cigar cases, brir
pipes and fine cigars, all suitable for II Christ.
mas gift to some gentleman friend He has
pure Habana cigars of tho most exquisite flavor.
excellence, the best in the city
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

The gold watch remaining after the Sisters
fsir, on which chances have since been taken,
viii be rsfaed between six and seven o'clock in
Turner Hall, on Thursday. Goth Of Dec. Per-
snas .wishiag to know about it will please call
On Mr.. George Markle.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

FAT THoas.-Ward s. Spencer bought from ].
X. Spencer, on Monday, four hogs weighing,
when dressed, 405, $40, $50, 4S2. Total, 1,948,
@ 8 cents per pound. The pigs were raised and
fattensd by Mr.. Spencer, and wsre not quite Is
months old. -Hts
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

FANCY AEAs.-There was very fine display
Of fancy meats, in and around the doors Of Sol
Dsgeas meat market, en- yesterday, and the day
before. Among tho lot . fine pig, only three
months old-s Chester white, fatted BY Michael
O'Connor, Of Deer Park lot Of South down
sheep, from the farm Of VIM. Dunavsn, Esq, of
Rutland calf weighing, when dressed, 400 lbs,
raised BY J.P Hurst Of Farm Ridge; and p
400 ID. heifer BY Jaa Lynch. Of Rutland. Sol
has also large lot Of finely dressed fat beef,
pork, &c., The sheep were dressed in tho highest
style Of he art, orasmented with flower work,
star spangled banners, aud enc bore tho Masonic
device, and the other the three links Of an Odd
Fellew."
Mr. Degans mammoth Toe house il ss useful
in winter - in summer, IS it keeps meat from
freezing. and is very convenient for packing
purposes.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

PERsoNAL~-Chsrles Cstlin, Esq, formerly
telegraph operator here, and lately holding forth
q New Ulm. Minnesota. has accepted . situa.
ton a. cashier of the Western Union Telegraph
Company, and his Office will Be at Chicago.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

A chap called at Osmau i Hspeman's book
store and inquired for a large family bible with
checker board on the cover. Said he wanted
to make a present to his minister, who was
heavy on checkers. Was told4they did not have
any such, but had bibles with album family
records.
Noral-Get biUlo at osmau & Hapemans,
and photographs at Bowmsns. =
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

CHRISTMAS DINNER-Thomas Kelly. JIM
Cross former partner, now at Lincoln, Nebr.sks,
yesterday, sent Jim Cross some wild meats for
Christmas: antelope, vensien and buffalo, which
- Ieeness gillze rye up te, hisguests anhAossE
ers on Sunday Besides this, the bill of fare
will embrace turkey. chicken, ducks, geese, etc,
with all tho other extras. Hooray for Jeemes r
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

WEED's-Rs9ember that the Weed Sewing
Machine is the cheapest, most durable and best
sewing machine for all purposes Jas. Lansing,
agent, always to bo found at B. B. Griffith &
Sons, No. 1873 Main St.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

EXTENSION TABLEs-S. Zimmerman has q
largo assortment pf extension tables on hand Of
his own manufacture warranted, and at lower
figures than the same article can be boulht'fr
in the county. ~
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

CLOSING OUT-Mrs. Fsrd offers her remain.
Ing stock Of Bonnets. Hats, Feathers, Flowers,
Guipurs and Thread Laces, C'oaka, Ladies Un.
derwear, &c, at cost One door north of 7. o.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Beautiful vases, Of tho finest ware, and very
cheap, just the thing for a Christmas gift, at
George n. Csshs.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

No HUMBUG.-How is it that H. Walther sells
the most oysters in Ottawa? Why he sells mono
but the best and fullest cans.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

For THE HoTlDAYs.-The'b best fresA oysters
crackers, candies, nuts, fruits, toys and noNonl
ure ut Henry Walthsril
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

For SALE.-A $500 carved rosewood Piano
for $3.50. Also one plain case rosewood Piano
for $40. E. FRANK FORD.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Subscriptions received for all the prlncips
Papers and Magazines in the United States, q
Osman & Hapenans.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Beautiful vases, of the finest ware, and very
cheap, just the thing for . Christmas gift, at
George N. Cash's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Toys, Toys! Toy!! for the million, cheaper
than ever, at G. G.. LUTz's, 1l9 Main street,
Metropolitan Block.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

RIALE BRo's-About four years ago these
young men came to this sity and started in the
grocery trade, in moderate way. Sine then
they have gradually grown. until now they haiys
probably the largest business in their line n'ths
county. They have made tea a special -fSsfy,
and have acquired such reputation iu thi.',li5e
that their sales have reached "a large figure. This
year alone they have sold eivhty.two chests Of
tea, 1927 lbs of coffee, and 1897 lbs of sugar
AID other goods in equal proportions.
We commend them as examples of diligence
and success, and hope they may be still prospered,
as they are gentlemen and well deserve what
they have attained
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

II you want "knobby" silk hat, or goo
warm cap, or a pair Of genuine homemade mi
tens or gloves, always go to Pressott's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

s. Zimmerman, having q new hsarss aAd .
splendid assortment Of the late styles Of oasksts,
Is prepared t6rdos undertaking ON short mo-
tce. Remember, No. 50 Madison st.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

To BE UNERsTooD.-J. Megafiu will not he
undsrssld on goods. He keep. everything he ad-
vertises, and sells at the advertised price. He is
not two cent branch of ten cent Boston rrsf;
but buys goods wherever cash pW buy them cheap
est, untrameled by any ten cent, fourth story
garret, either A Boston or any other town. He
is not obliged to tax. such goods ten'cent gar
refers see fit to send; bus buys his own gools s.to
suit his trade. He is willing to have thascSIhu-
nifty compare his prices with any such s2drdb
stocks as any such garreters may be able 10 FUR
uish. No trouble b show goods Come on,
Brothers. r& j. MR9AFFIN
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Yard wide shestius at 10 and 12 cents per
yard at josh -Hillisrd's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

DR.. a. Olin, Of Chicago, will be At the Clifton
Hotel, Ottawa, the first Tuesday and Wsdnes-
in January, for the purpose of receiving all his
old aud - many new patients as will come.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24
TO Tax COlleetoV

To Tax Collectors.
Tax Receipts, neatly printed on good paper,
for sAle by Osmaa s. Hspeman.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Don't falnto examine Child b Bfo,S stob,
clippers a. holiday presents. MS
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Childrsn''s shoes in endless variety and ver
cheap at Child & Bros. :.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Young ladies' did you SEQ those gay u. ok
ties at stiofel & Co., Clothing Bazaar. o.!
they are knobby, and just the thing for C ri.t-
mas pressntst 70 your
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

OTTAWA LEGIsLATURE-This august body
met on Saturday evening last, and was attended
by a number Of young gentlemen, who have q
weakness" for literary pursuits. Capt. Kellogg
was chairman, and J. G. Armstrong, secretary.
The gentlemen present named their RESPECTIVE
counties, "Beemus" announcing himself res. q
member from Pike county. Notice was i'm.
mediately served upon him that his seat would
be contested. A committee od credentials have
the matter under confederation. There was any
amount of merriment in the description Of
Beemus' claims, as being a lawfully elected
member The subject will como up perhaps to
night and Beemus will present minority re.
port" and if defeated will appeal to the Goddess
of Liberty herself before he will yield.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Chspest place in LaSalle county to buy rub.
Der goods is At Child Il Bros.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Ladies, look st Child s. Bros stock of slipper =,
for holiday presents.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Gift Books, worth from 10 cents to $15, for
holiday presents, at Osman IS Hapeman's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Free tiOkstsl Everybody is welcome to &c
Santa Claus IT II. Wslshsr's. Come old an
young.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

All kinds.of meas and women's warm shoes
and slippers ct Child Is Bros.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Bring your old iron to Reed S Glbsou's, ant
buy your corn shelters from this firm.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Gold Pens, of the best quality, for sale at o.
man Hapemans.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Busy As UsuAL.-Hsppening into Reddick 4
Gillens yesterday, iu pursuit Of items. We found
Mr.. Gillea and his active assistants very busy
waiting upon crowd Of ladies and gentlemen.
who were providing themselves with oil sorts Of
goods. selected from the extensive sioux which
fill their shelves, and are piled upon tho couu.
tsr'. Ladies were locking through vast piles of
fancy dress goods, and choosing rich dress pat.
terms; gentlemen were buyingtu.dsrwesr and
other substantial goods, or ordering groo eriss for
their household; young misses were getting rib.
bons, lsces aud fancy articles for their wardrobe
and every body was busy. That's the wsy Of i.
always At Reddick & Gillsa's. and it 10 oil BE-
cause this firm keep such fall assortment of
everything the people want, and always Of tho
best qu.lity. and Ut the lowest prices.
FoR sALE.--A $500 carved rosewood Piano
for $3.50. Also one plain esse rosewood Pians
for $140. E. FRANK PoRD.
80 p,irs meme rubber boots rscsived this mora.
ing by Child i Bro.
Chignous. switchss and bra,ds, latest styles,
st Josh Hilliair 70
Buy your rub ss gsods Of J. ksgAfan, hs ssllsi
them cheaper tran ,aay other Nan.
For boy. .ndayapsAs' boots, ssed aad ehs,p;
60 y Child 4 Bt6GG .,f
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

No charge to see Santa Claus at H. Waith,r's
Peanut Store. tN->-t
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

100 pairs ruSbec Arstios just received By Ch3ld
\ Bro. LAl 'stook aud lowest prices in The
city. \.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Christmss.p .psSients and New Years gifts, 70,
young AID Sld.AtC. @. Luts's, 11o MAin1E
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Warm winter shoes in endless variety and
cheap for cash ct J. Megafan's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Check flannel shirting. cheap, ats Hilli rl's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Go 10 Josh Hillisrd's for tcss, sugar ana coffee
a. be is selling more for tho money than any one
in the city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Tho best and cheapest stock of mems kip and
thick boots 10 at Child s. Bros.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Buffalo robes, &c., &c., at Presoott's very cheap
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

Buy your rub es goods Of J. ksgamn, hs sslls
thsm cheaper tran aay other nan.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

o. Trask has just received from Meriden.
Conn, another large inyoice of Silverware, con.
sisting Of Toilet Sets, Tea Sets, Cake Baskets.
Castors, Vases, and new styles satin finish, and
very elegant combination set in the way of
an Epergn. II. consistsspf one. very large fruit
dish enclosed By three smaller ones resting on
medalliohs' which. by merely taking off tho top
Of each, you have the large one encircled BY
three beautiful vases, the most elegant thing in
the way Of silver eveEaseeu in Ottawa Also
large assortment Of new style, Of jewelry and
other articles tao numerous to partioularize. to
all of which he invites your especial attention.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

FUR, FURTHER, FUR-REsr.-That' how Ar
thur, at Prescott'., views it from gramm atiSa.
standpoint. He says he can beat them all in
selling furs The stock at Prescots's never was
so full and complete, and they are determined
to sell out even al Il sacrifice if necessary. but
will not be required so long trade 50 brisk
as at present
They keep the only reliable assortment of furs
in town, and sell better goods low as other- ell
poor "truck." They defy competition, and don't
care who knows it The highes. price Il ways
paid for prime mink and other furs.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

AN ITEM FOR CHILDREN.-Ssnta Claus has
come He has arrived at Henry wathsrs, and
there be ssAndssin ohim,ey.top on th. side.
walk. He is carrying on his back, in his pock.
cts, and even his boots all the prettiest toys in
tn. world, and all of them he brings for the good
little boys and girls in Ottaws, as we'll as for
good children in the country. He has 90 many
new aud pretty things that We cannot name
them, but must ask you to go to Mr.. Walther's
near the northeast corner OF the Court House
square, and there yos viii aud the largest lot
of toys you have syss: .seu. Apa they are nearly
all made Of nice, sweet candy, 50 that when you
get tired ofplaylug with them you can eat them
He has whole aocks Of candy birds, candy dogs,
cats, horses. rats, mice. chickens, ducks, geese
and candy that looks exactly like peaches. apples
lemons, and We can't tell you how many other
things besides II you are good children you
will be sure to get some Of these moe Christmas
presents.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

For SALE.-A $500 carved rosewood Piano
tor $780, Also one plain case rosewood Piano
for $40. Z. FRANK FORD.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

80 p,irs meme rubber boots received this mora.
ing by Child i Bro.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

| FoR SALr--A $500 carved rosewood Piano
for $3.50. Also one plain esse rosewood Pians
for $l40. E. FRANK Ford.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-12-24

FREE LUNCH AND TURKEY RAFFLE-Mke
Formulas invites his friends, and tho public in
general, to free lunch on Saturday tod .yl in
the morning ct the regular hours, and al,n this
evening at Q o'clock. The,s luuches will h., yot-
ten up with extra care. and will consist % qa:s-
S0fe, black tailed deer and cto'cs cuts from JLTIo
edC These lunches viii be gr.ud al air., 4ad
the cooking done in the highest style OF the sci.
ence cuisine. NJ Ike offers this choice fare to his
friends, and wishes them all "a merry Christm So
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1870-11-15
Poetry.
For the Spectator.
The Aurera Borealis.

Mysterious visitantsl with stately pace
Wheeling your march around the eternal pole,
Making strange dscord in the peaceful hymn,
Which through the silence of the night hours din
The banded orbs in their serene control
Pour through the echoing vaults of boundless
space!
Like flaming brands ath wart the crystal sky
Your crimson banners with terrific light.
The blood red spears, and swords from conquest
bright,
Flasa with the din of armies fierce from war,
Till with alright each sweet harmonious star
Swoons at the awful pageant passing by.
Fair Lyra's trembling hand the golden strings
Sweeps all in vain their wonted melody
Dies in the air in one expiring wall
And whte-winged Cygness-than at death more
pale
Husheth his song-then chanted clear and free
While their in disonance your music rings
With anxious brow, bold Cephus mindful still
OF the lost glory of his beauteous bride,
Matches your glorious banners Haunting wide
Lest from her treasurs yet another gem
our horde barbaric, who his throne o. erwhelm,
Snatch the wild splendor of your arms to fill.
And Droco.. vigilant as ere of yore
Guards the bright pole-star from your vengeful
ire
His glittering scales rejecting far and wide
The irredescence of your darts of pride,
Harmless they fall, not all your shafts of fire
Him conquer, or that wonderous world expose.
Yet while gaze your strife and dlscor5 cease
Ye furious hosts to white-robed angels changed
With palms of glory as in palace halls
Of Heavens eternal courts, where never falls
Sound save of love and joy, and ye arrange
Your martial clangor to such hymns of peace.
Whence and what are ye? still again we ask
Pointing to secrets sicence high hath solved
And boldly reaching up to scale to skies
Not this on man-presnmptuous man-de-
volved, s4aa
Bide thou the time each star ray week replies
Leave for the life to come the mighty task"
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