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stopped as if arrested by an electric shock.
Invisible fingers ont Of the unreturning
past we're pulling at his heart-striLgs.
Bending the long grass Of the sighing
summer meadows, picking brown nuts
through the flaming autumn woods, his
little dark eyed sister held his hand once
more Surely it was she-thc same, un-
changed who smiled a good bye through
her tears 50 long ago.
Stronger and stronger the strange fan
cy grew upon him 1t must be her face
no mere artist Imagination could paint
such another
He went away; but the picture haunted
his dreams At last, driven by an i'm
pulse not to be resisted, he sought out
the painter in his studio, and heard the
slender story, which was all he had to tell
of his child models.
"Be quiet, Robbie, darling. mama 5
head is so much worse to day. Sit down
in your little chair, and sister viii tel
you story"
no, no Robbie don't want a story
Robbie SO hungry"
Poor little Madge. In all this long
week of her mothers illness, her brave
heart had not failed before. Even now
she tried to smile and speak cheerfully
but something in her throat choaked her,
and her voice died out in great sob.
There was heavy step in the passage
way Somebody knocked at the door.
ats Mr. Eastman, for the rent"
thought Madge, and her heart gave wild
throb Of terror.
Robbie ran to open the door.
A gentleman stood there not Mr..
Eastman-who scanned her with eager,
questioning eyes.
"Are you little Madge Carroll 2" he
said.
YES" she answered wonderingly, 4" l
am Madge, and this is Robbie. Poor
mama is very sick
The sound of his voice aroused Mrs
Carroll from the light slumber in which
she had lain. She raised herself upon
her arm, and listened with an mir of pite.
Gus pcrplexity, as il to some sound very
far away.
"Where am ?" she murmurcd 81
thought it was John calling home the
cows from the south pasture"
The stranger started and came nearer
to the bed, gazing intentIy upon the thin,
worn face, bright with the restless flush
of fever. Their eyes met. Gradually
the features Of the sufferer took on the
softer light Of returning consciousness.
The two hearts reached. by the omnipo-
tence of love, over all the changes Of
years and fortune, and recognized their
kinship.
"John.'
Margaret"
That was all /; and for little while there
was a happy silence, broken by no word.
Not long afterwards, around their
Christmas fire, happy household gather
The mothers check has gained almost
the bloom and rouudness its lost youth
Around the wandering brothers heart
are boun the sweet psrsuasions of home
and love Madge and Robbie fulfill, with
each years growth, the sweet promise #
their carly childhood.
And from the artists wall still smiles
the picture which first brought him name
and fame. He will not sell it; for it
marks the date Of q warmer sympathy
with the joy and sorrow Of the world,
and therefore truer consecration to his
urf
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THE MOUNT AUBURN.
Young Ladies' Institute

II AS a beautiful and convenient location
l. upon the eminence from which it takes
its name. Its history has been record Of un-
interrupted prosperity.
Its course Of instruction runs through three
departments of four years each. Special or
elective courses of study may be pursued as
far as students may wish. Peculiar adyanta-
ges are thus offered young ladies who have
already taken the ordinary English studies.
The best of instruction Is given in music.
drawing and painting, modern languages and
o,her extras. None but the most competent
teachers are employed.
Apparatus is furnished for every depart
ment. Libraries containing several thousand
volumes of standard books are always Access
sible Physical culture is carefully attended
to.
For catalogues or further information ad-
dress
REV. A. j. ROWLAND, President.
or |. Ii. WHITE, Treasurer.
No. 1i3 Race-st., Cincinnati, Ohio
aug l7,'69-ly
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- Some years ago, Father Asbury
thought Of removing to Arkansas. A dis
gentleman, whom VIC will call
Col. L., and who was not religiously
inclined met him aud said bantcringly ;
A" Oh, Father Asbury, learn that you are
about to do what the Doyil never did"
"What i, that, Col - inquired Father
Asbuny.
Leave our neighborhood." answered
the Colonel.
"Wcll Colonel" said Father Asbury.
".f You treated me half as kindly rs you
treat the Devil, I would mover leave you y
Col. L. lef. incdutincntly,
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fE The following is the closing p

EE The following is the closing pas.
sage of Mr. Winthrop's oration at the o.
sequies Of George Peabody. The alu.
sion to Prince Arthur admirably ntrikss
the true line between compliment aud the
aiiectation OF unconsclousness
In hundreds Of comfortable homes,
provided by thy bounty, the poor Of the
grandest city ofthe world. even now, are
breathing blessings on thy memory Tho
proudest shrine Of Old England has un.
locked its consecrated vaults for thy &c.
pose, The bravest ship Of a navy whose
march is DER the mountain waves, whose
home is on the deep" has borne thee as
a conquerer to thy chosen rest; and, -
it passed from isle to isle, and from sea
TO sea, in circumnavigation almost ~
wide as thy own charity, has given new
significance to the memorable saying Of
the great funeral orsto- Of antiquity;
"Of illustrious men, the whole earth b
the sepulchre and not only does the iu-
scription upon columns in their own land
point it out, put In that also which 10 not
their own, there dwclls with every one
an unwritten memorial Of the heart :"
Aud now, around thee, are Assem- bled.
not only surviving schoolmates and old
companions OF thy youth. and neighbors
and friends Of thy maturer years, but
votaries Of Science, ornaments Of Litera.
ture, heads Of Universities and Acade-
mics, foremost men of Commerce and
Arts, ministers of the Gospel, delegates
from distant States and rulers Of thy own
State, all eager to unite in paying such
homage to II career OF grand but simple
Benclcencc, as neither rank nor fortune
nor learning nor genius could ever have
commanded. Chiefs Of the Republic.
representatives and more than representa-
tiyes Of Royalty. are not absent from thy
bier. Nothing is wanting to give EN-.
phasis to thy example. Nothing 10 want.
lng to iii up the measure Of thy fame.
But what earthly honor--what accumula-
tion of earthly honors-shall compare
for moment with the supreme hope and
trust which we all humbly and devoutly
cherish at this hour, that when the strug-.
giles and victories, the pangs and The
pageants, Of time shall bc ended, end The
great awards Of eternity shall b made
up, thou mayest be found among th0so
who are" more than conquerors, through
Him who loved u.s." f8t
And so we hid thee farewell, brave,
honest, noble hearted Friend Of Man.
kind 4.
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The latest sensation in spsrtiag is.
clss in this city Is race between elothsss
horse and . nightmare.
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Special notices double the above rates. Esi-
toral notices 20 cents per line for the first and
III cents for each additional insertion All
transient advertisements cash in advance
Marriage and obituary notices not to exceed
s lines free, over five 20 cents per line.
Cards or communications of Il personal
character, if admissible at all, double the usual
ates and strictly in advance.
Announcing candidates, for Congress or
State offices, $1,000 County officers, $1,000.
Editorial notices, 2j cents per line.
Yearly advertisements, paid quarterly, in
advance. Legal and transient advertisements
to be paid for when left at the Office
All job Work, to be paid for on delivery.
Ad dlrcss all letters and communications to
j. s. DUNHAM, Editor and Proprietor.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
Plymouth Market.

The following Is as near the market
price for country produce as it Is possible
for Us to get at the present time. With
the exception Of feW'of the leading srti-
Giles the prices vary: each purchaser buy
ing as cheap as he can. and each seller
getting as much az he can for his produce
Wheat, white 81 05, Red 90 Rye
so cts.--Buckwheat GO cts.-Corn 80 cts,
and demand for all that is offered.-Oats,
30 cts.--Flour % so to 80 per lOo.--Of
Buckwheat flour we have no report; =
Corn meal 81 90 per hundrcd;-Dressed
hogs from 81 90 to 90 per hundred, 1--we
hogs We have no report of;--Four foot
wood is worth from 81 90 TO 50 90 pc-
cord;-Hay, tame $l2 90 per ton, wild
So 00;-Butter 20 cts per pound Eggs
20 cts per dozen;-Chickens 81 90 per
dozen;--Cranberries 81 so per bushel;-
Hides, green, from Z to cts per poucd
dry from II to Is cts;-Potatoes 60 cts per
bushel;-AppIes, extra. 81 90 per bushel.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

LADIES FAIR.--The ladies' aid society
of ST. Thomas Episcopal church will
hold fair, at Benson's hall, commencing
ON Tuesday evening, December 9th, 1870,
and continuing for at least three even
ings. A great variety OF choice 's+:ic es.
both useful and ornamental will be offer
ed for sale at reasonable prices. thereby
affording ss-e opportunity for the pur-
chase of Christmas presents, suited To
all tastes and circumstances. The society
hopes to receive liberal patronage from
the ladies' and gentlemen of Plymouth
during the continuance of the fair, and
shall sfass 10 pains or expense on their
part to make visitors welcome and their
stay at the hall PLEASANT. Oysters, &C.,
Will be served " the hungry at all times
during the fair. The citizens of Plym-
Ouih are urgently invited to attend the
fair. and thus while having a pleasant
time. aid worthy cause No Zee fol
admission to the hall.
BY the COMMITTEE OF ARRANGEMENT,
Nov. 80, 1870
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

"And there shall be weepin' and
whalin' and gnashin' Of teeth" and
yet at the "PEOPIE'S DRUG
STORE" as long as we can Tod
die along, the best Of COAL OIL
will be sold for 80 cents per gallon;
the best of INDIGO at 10 cents
per ounce; the best Of unwatered
ALCOHOL at 50 so per gallon;
TURPENTINE, unmixed with Ben
zine for rs cents per gallon and all
goods in our line at fair and liberal
pricec.
Please remember US and our
place Of business.
E The Peoples Drug Store,
which is LIST door west Of Corbin's
Block, Laporte Street, Plymouth
Indiana.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

We are pleased to learn that Mr.. S. s.
Lavey, formerly of this place. has re-
turned to Plymouth for the purpose OF
again engaging in the jewelry business,
and has opened first class jewelry store
in Hoham's block, Laporte street, fourth
door from the corner, in the room recent
ly occupied by p. c. Dethleisen. HIS
stock has been purchased at gold prices,
and all work entrusted to his care will be
done by himself. He viii keep no jour-
neymen or apprentices in his employ.
You will get good work done by call
ing on him and all work guaranteed
twelve months. Nv.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

THE fall term OF the ladies' school end
ed last Friday. We spent a part of the
afternoon in the school and listened to
the recitations Of the classes and other
exercises We were highly pleased with
the manner in which the school was con-
Quoted, ard the method ofteaching the
various branches. Everything was done
with order and system. The examination
of the classes evinced q thoroughness in
DO til the teaching, and application of the
pupils. We hope to be able to give q
more extended notice of all the schools of
Plymo Nth ere long.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

NJ. BECKER d Co., successors to
8. d NJ. Becker, Michigan Street,
between the stores OF Messrs Buck
d Toan and Nash & Breckenridge,
are now receiving another lot of
Black and Colored Alpaccas, at a
great reduction from former prices.
French Alpaccas, for only 25 cents
per yard; lot of Water proofs.
only One Dollar per yard; the best
assortment of Under Clothing in
Plymouth, at low prices. We hare
received the genuine homemade
Flannels; ahead Of all others in
Plymouth. Heavy Chinchilla Scarfs
for Christmas Presents new
thing, just received. We have re-
duced the price on az kinss Of Cloth
ing IS per cent. We will open 800
sets of Ladies' Furs, at very low
figures
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
Report of the Marshall County
Agricultural Society.


EXPENDITURES.
Paid Interest on Loan, You. No. 2
A. G. Thompson, Cost 9
Robt. Shrocaer, premium, dop %
Paid Ven No 2 1
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

LAUER & Bro. have the best Dry
Goods Store in Plymouth, and sell
their Goods cheaper than any other
house in Marshall county. They
can do it. because they pay cash
for their goods, and are not charged
the regular per cent for credit, that
those are who buy their goods ON
time.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

The dedication of the new college at
Bourbon Will take place on the 18th OF
December. The college is beginning un-
der very favorable auspices, with a full
corps of instructors 'and' bids fair to be-
come prominent institution of our State.
The citizens of Plymouth are especially
Invited TO be present at the dedicatory
exercises
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
Item Column.

Total Amount received,
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
Becker g. BAILEY

Have the best assortment of Boots
and Shoes in the county of Mar
shall. They sell mems, boys, wo-
mems, and misses boots and shoes
a little cheaper than they can be
bought elsewhere in this market.
Give them a call and examine their
stock. If you don't buy, they will
charge you nothing for showing
their goods.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
In Memo brian.
HAIE OF AaERIcUs LODGE. No 81.

HAIt OF AMERIcUs LODGE, No 81,
l. y. y. f.
PLrMoUTH, ISD., Nov. %, 1901
WHEREAS. it has pleased the Almighty
TO cali from our midst our esteemed
Brother, THEODORE CKEssSER, and
WHEREAS, through the demise OF our
Brother, the Order has lost good men,
Der, society an upright man and the. be-
reaved family kind parent and tsfec-
tiOnate husband, therefore be it
Resctsed, That the afflicted family
have our heartfelt sympathy.
Resoired, That we honor our depart
ed Brother as good, kind man.
ResO IUed, That in order to pay hiIn
our last tribute tie Lodge attends the
funeral of the deceased in body.
Resolved, That copy of these reso-
lutions be handed through the Secretary
20 the family, one copy sent to Lodge No.
81, Indianapolis, OF which Lodge Bro.
Cressner was a member, and q copy prin-
ted in the two county papers.
SIaMAN MAYER.
J.-E- FLEMING,
w. n. BAILEY, Secy.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS MIR. ID. Cummings
of North township lately presented US
with lot of the largest and finest apples
we have seen this season. They were
raised in his orchard and were certainly
very nice. Many thanks, Mr. Cummings.
Also we acknow ledge our thanks to Mrs
Affairs for the present of the largest beet
we ever saw. 1t weighed 10 l-2 lbs.
Our best thanks.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

BERNARD z. RYDER, on the East
side of Michigan Street, Opposite
the bank), is the best place to get
the best, ineatest, and most stylish
fits in the Boot and Shoe line in the
town of Plymouth His work is
made of the very best stock, and
warranted to give satisfaction in
every respect.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

New SHOE SToRE.-James Plant, long
known to most of The people of this
county, has opened q new boot and shoe
store in the second room south of Brown
and PershiLg's drug store. bIr. Plant has
been in the business for a good many
years and has given good satisfaction 10
those having work done. We have no
doubt but he will meet with success.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

S. E. Reeves, No. 80 Michigan
Street, is selling his goods remark
ably low. His aim is to please all
those who honor him with their
patronage. Cab and see him, bis
prices can't be beat. The highest
market price paid for produce in
cash.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
"T7s .Aka PETE, is The title of

"Ths Aha Pete," is the title Of q
new paper that made its appearance
last week. 1t is published in this
place, and edited by Hugh A. Brown
We extract the following from his
Salutatory:
Every man knows that Brown
wss born OF poor but dishonest
parents
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

My friend. do you wish to get a
dish of good oysters? BY drop
ping in at the restaurant OF j. A.
Palmer, opposite the bank you can
have them served up in any style
you like.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

wEsfaaerssnd the new principal of
ouI public schools is bringing about quite
a revolution in the schools for the better.
lie should be encouraged by al good cit
liens
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

1t has been tried to undersell
the firm Of WILLIAMSON and BERG
MAN, but itSsnt be did, which can
be proved by the immense lot oil
goods they are selling and receiv-
ing daily.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

A suit Of good clothes, such as
you pay s25 to $50 for any where
else, can be purchased Of William
Scar at Bourbon Ind, for S1S.
This is fact which only needs a
trial to convince the most skeptical.
He is determined TO make better
clothes for less money than any
man iii northern Indiana.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
Last Notice

Nussbaum & Co., want it particularly
understood that all who are indebted to
them, are respectfully and earnestly 60
licited, invited, requested, and command
ed TO Come forward. settle, and pay up.
We ask for it because we need it and
We want each and every one to consider
themselves particularly dunned.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

LAUR d Bios keep the best as
sortment of Ready made Clothing
in town. In the Clothing Depart
ment, they even beat Billy Sears
prices, at Bourbon. Their Stock
is now large and complete.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

Another total eclipse ofdhe sun will
take place the 22d of December. Any of
our readers wishing a good view of it
will find the southern coast of Portugal
q desirable point for observation.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

Sign of Red Mortar by day and,
Red Light at night, on Michigan
street, is the place to buy Drugs
cheap.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

The Indi annapolis State Journal 10 the very best
PAPER published in the State OF indiana 1t con-
tains full market report and the latest news from
all quarters of the globe Besides its miscellany
an d lifsrafnre Is unexcspfionasls. By . very adj
vsntageous arrangement that we have made With
this jour naive can fnrnsh it and the b, fusrIcAy
for the sam Of three dollars per year; and We &C.
sure or readers q o. there il better psper pub
iishcd - the west.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
EN- M ENAGo CUE.

Wa! M,sIrper's ,Emmena scgus is h. .sly
Where sthe family in vk: ch this important ned
bles sing ever offered you and ron should infSedi-
atsy procure it. II is also sure cure for yezsis
Irregularities, and may be depended upoa IN every
case where the monthly flow has been obstr noted ~
cold or isesse. Sold by druggists. Price One Dob
far. Or sent by mail on receipt OF One Dollar and
Quarter. eAddress J. p. MILLER CO., Chicars
HURLBURT a. EDSALL Wholesah
Agents fChicago, III.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

William Scar the cheap clothing
man at Bourbon, has fine stock of
Furs which he will sell at less than
New York prices.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

The ladies of this vicinity viii be
glad to learn that all kinds of
Underwear is kept at WILLIAMSON
and BERGMAN's; niceiy made and
trimmed, and ut very low prices.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

We notice the people are already
buying Toys at TODD'S Drug
Store. They have more time, and
his selection is complete.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
Lauer and Bro.

Is the only house in town that keeps
the Peru Jeans and Flannels. These
Flannels are manufactured in Peru, for
home market, aud cannot be beat.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

LARGE quantities of very fine fish from
the kankakee have been for sale on the
streets. Also fresh white fish, packed in
ice have been for sale in the groceries
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

Oils, Paints, Brushes, Putty,
Glass, and a complete stock of
Drugs and Medicines, at
TcDD's DRCG STORE.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

Go TO James Plants new Boot
and Shoe store, east side Michigan
ST., two doors south of Brown and
Pershing's drug stare. for boots,
shoes or meDding.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
Take Notice.

All those indebted to the late firm of
s. 81 nj. Becker will please call at NJ
Becker and Cos store and settle up at
once and save cost, as books and notes
are left with NJ. Becker for settlement.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01
On, Stanley. On!
Charge. Chester Charge.


Everybody TO read Col. Poe's new adyer-
tisement In to-days paper. The Col is
not only very liberal advertiser, but he
is certainly one among the most liberal,
and fair dealing business men, that Ply
mouth has ever had the advantage to
have; and 1t is certainly a great udvan-
tage to. any town to have such business
men In il. The advantage our citizens
haYe reaped from the reduction in prices
on many of the leading articles that are
bought by the people, is almost incalcula-
Die. He may at some future time, take
the trouble to show, by figures, that that
reduction of prices alone would more
than pay all the taxes that are assessed
against the people of the community in
which he sells. Thereby proving that be
is entitled ~ their confidence and pat.
ronage.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

Santa Claus in his Glory! He is
busy opening and selling his splen-
did stock of TOYS at
TopD's DRCG STORE.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

THE aides aid society OF St. Thomas
church will meet this afternoon at the
residence of A. G. Thompson, Esq. A
gener al attendance is desired.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

IL we wanted to buy stove now We
should go TO Nash and Breckenridge.
We notice they are closing out their
large stock al less than their cost.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

The best and most reliable French
kip boots are sold at A. Rawleys,
sign Of the Golden Boot" N. 10,
Michigan street, Plymouth. Iniana.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

You can do anything If you have pa
thence" said an old uncle, who had made
fortune, to bis nephew, who had nearly
spent one "Water may be carried in q
sieve il you only wais." How lonqY''
asked the petulant spendthrift, who was
impatient for the old mans death. It'll
il freezes" was the cold reply.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

The latest case of clean sweep { f a
mans property by thieves is reported
from point near the Indiana and Ohio
line, where q car load Of broom corn was
Btelen- The Marshal at Columbus, Ohio,
90 which point the broom stuff was
shipped, has captured it, but the thieves
lave cut stick.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1870-12-01

A. Hawley is taking the lead in
selling the best and cheapest boots
and shoes in Plymouth:-sign of the
Golden Boot, No. 10, Michigan street
Plymouth, Indiana.