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The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

A. H. STEELE, Cashier Tionesta
Savings Bank, has been appointed
agent for the celebrated Inman Line
Ocean Steamers" at this place. Any
person desirous of going to Europe or
bringing friends to this country, will
do we'll to call on Mr.. Steele, who will
furnish them with all the information
required.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

Diseases of these organs require the use
of a Diuretic. HELMBOLD'S FLUID
EXTRACT BUCHU is the great Diuretic,
and is certain cure for diseases of the
Bladder, Kidneys, Gravel, Dropsy, Organ
ic Weakness, Female Complaints, Gener-
al DEBILITY, and all diseases of the Urinary
Organs, whether existing in Male or Fe.
male, from whatever cause originating,
and no matter of how long standing.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

We notice that they have a very
small board depot at Hickory at pres
ent. We suppose the r. r. Co. will
soon erect a suitable one.
s. ]. Setley, County Treasurer,
dspartedfor Pittsburgh, for a short
visit, OH Monday. We wish him
pleasant time, and speedy return.
Several elderly ladies, former res
idents of this place, have been since
the dedication, visiting about here. A
succession Of tea-parties is the result.
We notice B. Dobbs. of Philadel.
phia, in town this week. We are un.
der obligations to him for number of
subscribers he has procured for us in
Philadelphia.
Hon. VIM. A. Wallace, Senate,
and Hon. Jno<~G. Hall, H. r., will
please accept our thanks for State doc.
uments and papers received during the
past week.
The river is now in splendid con-
dition to cross by tn, ferry boat, and
as consequence. We suppose that the
bridge question will lie dormant until
next winter.
ID. Hays is putting up hot-bed
in the vacant lot cast of the Savings
Bank. We supP@e hereafter we shall
not be under the necessity of sending
off for tomato and cabbage plants, and
sich.
John w. Stroup tells us that there
was another "scrape"in town the other
night, but declined giving us partcu.
Wars. We suppose be knows all about
it, and those who feel curious in regard
to it can ask him for information.
Spring fever is expected to have
run in our place soon, if pleasant
weather continues. Several persons
are particularly liable to accumulate
the epidemic, around here, and we seek
for sovereign balm.
After our paper wac issued last
week, a letter was received from Rev.
Elder, saying that he could not be
present to preach last Sunday, but
would be here on next Sunday, March
9th. He is as excellent preacher, and
q good turnout is desired.
The dance at Forest Hall, on
Wednesday evening last, was, we are
informed, well attended. Everything
went off orderly, and a pleasant time
was had by all in attendance. The
Forest Brass Band netted about $50
by the operation.
Capt. Knox is finishing the addi-
tion to his store, rapidly. The length
of the building when completed will
be about 30 feet. He thinks of erect
ing three story building on the va
cant lots north Of his store, but has
not fully decided upon it yet.
Capt. Knox, who is living ge-
MUS, is getting up Lightning broiler.
He is about to apply for patent on
it. The broiler will broil meat of all
kinds, cheaper, quicker. better. and
with smaller loss Of temper than any
broiler in the world. Cap. didn't tell
US all this, but We merely think SO be-
cause he rs getting 1t up
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

We we're terribly shocked the 9th.
er day, by four men, who, out Of res
pect to their families we will not name,
who walked into our Office and not on.
ly paid up-nll arrearages, but each
paid for their paper up to a year from
next April. We Immediately took a
trip to Fagundas. Our feelings were
so hilarious that we were afraid to stay
in town for fear Sheriff Davis would
come that little "cell' of his on us.
We have recovered now, and are fully
prepared to take a number of other
subscriptions in advance without any
undue excitement.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

Court is in ses ION this week. AS
it is not jury court it is not as we'll
attended as our regular terms are. We
notice n number of our subscribers in,
and woold give their names, only we
are afraid we might miss some, which
might be considered n slight.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
SInnn To S2nnn

SALARY WE GUARANTEE TO
PAY TO
DOOK AGENTS of exnerience; or n
ID larger commission than is offered by
any other Publishers. ASents are making
$50 to 500 per week canvassing for our new
Illustrated books. We guarantee Agents
a salary or a large commission, with a
choice of tive new and popular books and
exclusive territory. We offer rare chance
to energetic men and women TO make
money. Secure your agency direct from
the publishers. J. l.. BURR & CO.,
-O-4t Hartford, Corn.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
Book Binding.

We are agent for as good book.
bindery as there is anywhere. We are
prepared to do all the binding which
may be brought to us, at low rates,
and satisfaction guaranteed. Samples
can be seen at this Office.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

The old well near Hunters mill,
across the river from this place, is be-
ing tested, but with what indications
We are unable to learn. We hear, how
ever, that it is to be torpedoed, conse-
quently, the operators cannot be get
fling as much as they want.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
To Contractors.

Proposals will be received up to the
18th day of February, 1871, fer laying
100000 brick on the Venango Poor
House, materials furnished on the
ground. For further Information ad.
dress devices & SIMMONS,
Contractors, Franklin, Pa,
P.O. Box 10. 40-tf.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

We call attention to the new ad.
vertisement of Booth & Sargent, to be
found in another column. We have
been acquainted with both members of
the firm for a number of years, and
can conscientiously recommend them
to our readers who wish anything in
their line.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
GEN'L AGEN rs WANTED

for Groesback's Calculating machine, rap
id, accurate, reliable, simple, Easely
aperated, cheap and beautiful.
Giving instantaneous additions or sub
trations, taking from the to five columns
of figures at Il time, carrying and borrow
ing its own tens, hundreds, ets., without
the least thought on the part of the opera
tor. Address, Ziegler & McCurdy, Phil
adelphia, Pa. 46-4t
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
LOCAL AND MISCELLANEOUS.
Notice..

All persons knowing themselves in.
dsbted to me, will call and settle any
time before March LIST next, after
which my accounts will be collected ac-
Cording to law.
As At w. L. LATHY.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
Notice.
w. L. LATHY.

The poor tax for this borough is now
due. All said tax not paid on or be.
fore the 3lst day Of March next, will
be collected according to law.
SO It j. N. TEIrswoRTH, Collector.
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Adminiatrator,s Eotiea.

WHEREAS, letters of admins ration
10 the estate OF Christian Kunns, late of
Barnett Township, deceased, have been
granted to the subscriber. All persons in
debted to said estate will make payment
imme liately, and those having c.aim
against the same will presen the same, as
required by law, 10 the undersigned duly
authenticated, for settlement.
JOHN II. KUHNS, Administrator.
Barnett, Feb. "a, 1871. 46-4t
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

Now that spring is approaching
and the mud becoming visible to the
naked eye, we can discover about four
rods of space in town which would be
improved be a good plank walk. We
have a good deal of sidewalk in town,
but while We are at it we might as we'll
make a clean thing of it.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
BOROUGH OFFICERS.
Rrrnes,-u. II. MAY.

Buroess--H. II. MAY.
Oounciimen--JacobS Shriver, J. II. Stroup,
W. w, Dimond. s. II, Haslet, J. winaus.
Justices OF the Pedce-W. +. Mercilliott,
u. y. Knox.
Constdbte-J. N. Teitsworth.
School Diyectors--J. Winans, J. A. Dale,
J. A. Proper, Jacob Shriver, ID. $. Knox,
8. D. Irwin.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

For SALE.-At this office, a schol-
arship in the Iron City Commercial
College. Must be used by an individ-
ual living in Forest County. VIII be
sold at discount. 32-tf.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

CARPENTERS, Blacksmiths, Saw mill
men, Oil men, and other citizens OF
Forest county, who are in want of any
thing in the Hardware line, should go
to Andrews & Co., Tidioute. They
have the largest stock in this section
of the country. They are making and
repairing all kinds of Machinery and
Saw mill castings at short notice Aft.
For SALE.-The house and lands
known as the "Christie Properly" To-
Gated at Irvinton, Warren County Pa,
are for sale. Terms cash or approved
security. Apply to
JOHN A. DALE.
President Tionesta Savings Bank,
Tioncets, Pa.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

Helmbold's Extract Buchu, established
upward Of 10 Gears, prepared by ii. T..
HELMBoLD, Druggist, 594 broadway.
New York, and lO4 Ssuth 10Th Street,
Philadelphia, Pa. PRIcE-sl.25 per bottle
or O bottles for $3.50, delivered to any adj
dress. Sold by all druggists everywhere.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

-Protracted meetings have been
going on every evening since the dedi-
cation of the NJ. E. Church. We be-
lieve some have been converted, and
hopes are entertained that a general
revival of religion will take place here.
The meetings will probably be contin-
ued throughout this week.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
AGENTS WANTED fnr A hott
AGENTS WANTED FOR
FR EE L O We.

AND
ITS Votaries, by DIR. Jno' B. Fills. The
most startling book of modern times. The
whole subject laid bareand its hideonsness
exposed to universal eXecratiOn. Written
in the interests of Civilization, Christiani-
ty and Public Morality. Send for circulars
and terms. U. $. Publishing Co., All
Broome St., N. Y, 4l-4t
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

Notice is hereby given, that the
Commissioners of Forest County will
hold Court of Appeal at the follow.
ing places on the days specified:
Tuesday, Feb. %, Tionesta Borough
and Township, at Court House.
Wednesday, March 1st, Harmony
Township, Allender School House.
Thursday, March I'd, Harmony
Township, Allender School House.
Friday, March Sd, Hickory Town
ship, John Siggins Store.
Saturday, March 4th, Kingsley
Township, Wheeler & Deusenbury's
Store.
Tuesday, March, 7th, jerks Town
ship, old Court House.
THURSDAY March 9th, Barnett Town
ship, Darlington.
Saturday, March 11th, Green Town"
ship, Nebraska.
n. p. WHEELER,
BENZ. ELLIOTT, Commissioners.
j. MERCILLIoTT.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

Now, reader, self-abuse, venereal dis
eases badly cured, and sexual excosses, are
all capable of producing weakness of the
generative organs. The organs of genera
ton, when in perfect health, make the man
Did you ever think that those bold, def
ant. energetic, persevering, successful bus
iness-men are always those whose genera
tive organs are in perfect health? You
never hear such men complain of being
melancholy, of nervousness, of palpitation
of the heart. They are never afraid they
cannot succeed in business they don't be-
come sad and discouraged; they arealways
polite and pleasant in the company of la
dies, and look you and them right in the
face-none of your downcast looks or any
meanness about them. do nat mean
those who keep the organs inflated by
running to excess. Those will not only
ruin their constitutions, but also those
they do business with or for.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

NONE ARE GENUINE UNLESS
~ DONE TIP IN STEL ENGRAVED
Wrapper, fac-simile ofuy Chemical Ware
house. and signed II. T. HELMRoLD.
S-1v
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

If no treatment is submitted to, Con-
sumption or Insanity may ensue. Our
flesh and blood are supported from these
sources, and tho health ana happiness,
asd that of Posterity, depends upon
prompt use OF reliable remedy.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

WHEREAS, letters of administration
have been granted and issued TO the sub
scriber, to the estate of John Neill, late of
said County, deceased. All persons in
debted to said estate are requested to make
immediate payment, and those having
claims against said estate will present them
without delay. VIM. G. NELL,
Administrator.
Neillsburg. Feb. Is, 1871. 46-4t
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8 O. 4

THIS is NO HUMBUGl Ok
by sending CCCENTS
with age, hight, color of eyes and hair,
YOU will receive, by return mail, a correct
picture of your future husband or wife,
with name and date of marriage. Address
w. FOX, p. .. Drawer No. "a, Fulton
Vile, n. Y, 39-it
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

How many men, from badly cured dis
eases, from the effects of self-abuse and
excess, have brought about that state of
weakness in those organs that has reduced
the geneal system so much as to produce
almost every other disease-idiocy, lunacy,
paralysis, spinal affections, suicide, and al
most every other form of disease which
humanity is heir to, and the real cause of
the trouble scarcely ever suspected and
have doctored forall but the right one.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
Free to Book A,g ents,

We will send o handsome Prospectus OF
our NeU IiiaStrotrdted Family Bible con-
tanning over 200 fine scripture Illustra-
trations to any Book Agent free of charge.
Address National Publishing Co. Phila-
delphia, Pa. Ait
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
AGENTS 4..''' rs EII5![II l!!SIlal!aglHl
Twelve Years 'I9ss.s e: Wild Indians &, Plains.

The LIFE OF GEuRuE z. BELDEN.
who form love Of wild adventure and a
Customs, Sports, Traditions, Wars, Great
Buffalo Hunts, de-, &c., left n homo Of
plenty in Ohio, Joined the Indians, adopt
ed their mode of life, married the beauti-
full Washteila, because a Great Warrior,
Hunter and Chief of 100 Lodges, was ap-
pointed Lieutenant in the L. s. Regular
Army, for meritorious service with his
braves against hostile Indians. A book of
the most thrilling interest, a reality well
authenticated. Truth stranger than fiction
Superbly illustrated. 20 engravings, with
portrait of the author, in full frontier cos
tune. Price low. Should Outsell any book
extant. Send at once for illustrated circu-
lar, table of contents, sample pages and
terms. a. Ii. HUBBARD, Publisher, 400
Chestnut ST., Philadelphia, Pa. 4l-4t.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
CELEBRATED
COUGH REM MEDY

COUGH REMEDY
IIAS been used durinS the last fifteen
II years by thousands of people for the
speedy cure of throat and lung diseases.
1t has been thoroughly tested-the voice OF
the press and the people have rendered
tlieir verdict by pronouncing II SAFE,
SPEEDY, THOROUGH and EFFECTU-
AL REMEDY-the best Medicine known
for curing Lung Complaints Every per-
son of every age afflicted with either of the
following diseases, should use this pleas
ant remedy without delay, and their
voices will soon mingle with hosts Of 9TH
ers i'm recr mmending its efficacy to their
afflicted neighbors and friends.
ga Use Halls Cough Remedy II cures
Colds.
SaS- Use HaEs Cough Remedy Il cures
Group or Rattles.
n6r Use Halls Cough Remedy Il cures
Asthma and Phthisic.
sss- Use Halls Cough Remedy for Ca
tdrrh.
seS- Use Halls Cougy Yemedy it streng-
hens the lungs.
pSy- Use Halls Cough Remedy for BrOn-
chitis.
s6y- Use Halls Cough Remedy for
Hodrseness.
s6g- Use Halls Cough Remedy It streng-
hens the voice.
uea- Use Halls Cough Remedy for
Whooping-coug
1t will greatly modify the violence of this
disease and shorten its tedious course one
Lllf from its ordinary duration.
Beware of counterfeits and base imita-
A a. all al al. tai
Cough Remedy and see that his written
signature is upon the wrapper and direc-
tions.
STRONG TESTIMONY.
We the undersigned citizens of Erie City
and vicinity, have used DIR. z. Halls Gel
ebrated Cough Remedy with great success,
i'm curing diseasee of the Throat and Lungs
and take pleasure in recommending its use
to the afflicted as a speedy and eifectual
remedy, fully worthy of public confidence.
James Thompson Robern Cochran
John Melhorn Sr Daniel Bear
John A Tracy Robison'
John w Mci.ane w + Rindernecht
John w Hays p Il Burton
John r Cochran Alanson Sherwood
John II Dumars w ii Cooper
John NJ Warren Joseph Deemer
John S Brown Benz Grant
S L Forster Lucius A Hull
w Hull Thos MKee
Orvice Smith w NJ Gallagher
G Dumars Chas w Kelso
II o Root, Up Ensign
Wilson King, ID Shirk
Daniel Minor, Richard Rees
G B Wright T Case
Matthew Hamilton Daniel Huver
w Ryan OK Riblet
Mooney NJ Mayor
| w Culver l. Long
| VIM ii May Robinson I'd
| A NJ Tarball Silas II Finch
l. A Bennett c q Howell
! Salisbury
SOLD IN ERIE ONLY BY p. HALL.
Manufacturer and sole proprietor, Halls
New Building, State st. PRICE 37t CTS.
PER BOTTLE. Sold by d. S. KNOX IL
CO., Tionesta, Pa, and by agents generals
ly. 33.3m
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

GENERAL AGENTS WANTED
for Groesbeck's Calculating Machine, rap
id, accurate, reliable, simple. easily opc-
rated cheap and beautiful. Giving instan
taneous additions or subtractions, taking
from one to five columns of figures at a
time, carrying and borrowing its own
tens, hundreds, etc, without the least
thought OH the part of the operator. Ad-
dress ZEIGLER & McCURDY,
4l-4t Philadelphia, Pa.
AGENTS WANTED, for Abott's
PRUSSIA and the FRANCO-PRUSSIAN
WAR, in German and English. with fine
steel engravings, maps. etc. Agents are
getting from 25 to so subscribers per day.
One agent reports l63 orders the first two
days. Now is the time TO secure an Agen-
cy for this and other works desirable for
Agents. Address Quaker city publishing
House 2I7 and 2i0 Ounce ST., Philadel-
phia, Pa. 4l-4t
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

M. P. jerks, Jeweller, Meadville,
Pa, is selling Watches, Jewelry,
Chains, Diamonds &C., at 20 per cent.
below marked prices. Several of our
citizens have patronized him, and find
him square" Give him a call. His
establishment is on the corner of Wa
ter and Chestnut Sts., in Cullum block.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28
EVkNS' GIFT BOOK ENTERPRISE

We continue to send valuable gift with
every book bought of us. Thousands will
testify to our promptness and fairness.
Give us a trial. Write for catalogue. Sent
free Address, ID. NJ. Evans q Co., 72l
Market street, Philadelphia, Pa. 4G4t
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Issued Jan. lSt 1871.

"1 GO Choice selections No. g." con-
tanning the best new things for Declama.
tion, Recitation, etc. Brilliant Oratory
Thrilling sentiment, and Sparkling HUI
NOR, $50 pages, paper 30 cts. cloth rs cents
Ask your books0ile for 1t. or send price
to z. Garrett d Co. Phila, Pa. 30-4t
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THE MAGIC COMB.

viii change any colored hair or bear
TO a permanent black or brown. Ii con
tains no poison. Any one can use it. Ono
sent by mail for 81, Dealers supplied
at reduced rates. Address VIM. Patton,
Treus. Springfield, Mass, 39-4.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

WAS CURED or DEAFNESSi Am
CATARRlI by a simple remedy anu VIII
send the receipt free.
Mrs. J. c. LEGGETT, Jersey City, y, )
3i-4w
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

1t is with degree of pain that
we are again compelled to chronicle
the occurrence of six.handed "ruc-
tion," which came off in our place on
Saturday evening last. Blood, dust,
hair, and teeth few in every direction.
One side got whipped while the other
came off victorious. No arrests were
made. We have known Of several
fights, and have given them to the
shuddcring public in doses of two or
three an issue for some time, and have
not heard of a single instance of any
one having to pay for the privilege OF
punching other peoples mugs. If our
feiends should hear Of our face being
ILLUSTRATED by cuts" they must not
attribute it to any pugnacious tenden-
cy of our disposition, but remember
that it is merely the custom of the time
and place wherein we exist.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

We went to Fagundas one day
last week in company with a friend.
We had a very tedious walk up the
hill, no hacks being ut the train, and
our time being limited, We did not
have much of chance to pick up To-
calls. We accumulated several SUBJ
scribes, and a correspondent, who will
favor us with letter next week. We
understand that the largest we'll there
is on what is called the "Wilkins tract"
on the territory which is the subject of
litigation. An oil man informed us
that the daily production there at
present is about 600 barrels.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

THE GREATEST SUCCESS OF THE
SEASON,
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

XLTANTED-AGENTS, 800 per day. to
w sell the celebrated HOME SHUTTLE
SEWING MACHINE. Has the under
feed, makes the clock stitch (alike on
both sides) and is fully licensed. The
and cheapest family Sewing Machine in
the market. Address Johnson. Clark 6
Co.. Boston, Mass, Pittsburgh, Pa, Chi
cago, ILL.,, or st. Louis, Mo. 46-4t
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WANTED
AGENTS for the history OF
GODS CHURCH,

by Prot. Enoch Pond, ID. ID. From Adam
TO the present day. Light business tor
men and ladies everywhere. Good pay,
send for circular.
80 At ZEIGLER & McCUREY, Phia. Pa.
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SMITH PARLOR ORGAN

A GENTS WANTED-[$235 a MONTH l.
n by the AMERIc'N N KNITTING MACHINE
Co., Boston, Mass, or st. Louis, Mo. 46-4
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

We the undersigned citizens of Erie City
and vicinity, have used DIR. p Halls Cell
ebrated Cough Kennedy with great success,
in curing disease of the Throat and Lungs
and take pleasure in recommending its use
to the afflicted as a speedy and effectual
remedy, fully worthy of public confidence.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

Neillsburg, Feb. Is, 1871.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1871-02-28

DIR. Z. HALLS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1871-05-15

The Cuban leather guns are a curious
construction. The barrel of the gun is
about three feet and half long. and is
made by stretching stout, weil-dressed
leather. in soaked state, upon mould
four inches in diameter, and sewing the
edges with cords of the native pitd de CO.
rojo, which has great tenacity. When dry,
another thickness of wet leather is
stretched upon the first layer, and four
more are subsequently, added. The breech
is made of hard wood, and the chamber is
often lined with tin. These guns fire from
ten to twenty rounds before becoming un-
fit, for use, and are usually loaded with
stones through the absence OF grape and
canister. They have done considerable
execution, and are lightly transported in
pairs upon the shoulders of a man. When
used, they are laid upon the ground and
pointed at a short range upon an APP
preaching column.