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The Hickman courier., 1872-10-26

PERsoNAL-Charlie Margraf, the
old Hickman barber, after an absence
ola year or more, has returned. and
again established himself in the Com
mercial block. In old times, he was a
popular favOrite in this line, and by
strict attention to business will re
establish himself He invites old Gus
toners to give him n trial.
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The Dyersburg Progress of Friday
says that the contract for the building
Of the Paducah and Memphis road,
between the Obion river and Newbern,
has been let out to Mr. Smith, who
agrees to have it completed by Feb
ruary next. About quarter of a
mile of trestling has already been
built on one side of the river, and the
work is still going on. Over one hun
dred hands are now engaged at the
task, and additions are being made to
the force every day. 1t therefore
hopes to have the cars running from
Paducah to Newbern by April.
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WE heard the -eagle orator" that
was sent down into this district to en-
Tighten its benighted subjects last win
ter, and who returned home, because
he was not appreciated. anl We were
slightly inclined to the opinion that
the Grand Lodge saved sl400, by the
latter conclusion.
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Hickman wholesale prices.

BAGGING-164a20 per yard.
ROPE-Machine 10.
IRON TIES-s1 to 10
BEESWAX 25C}30c. e ID.
BLACKING p doz 45@s5.
BUCKETS, II dozen, 3 90.
BROOMS, q dozen, - 50a3 90.
BROWN SHEETING, = yard, 10al5c.
CANDLES, Star, 20G23.
OATS-Black, c; white, c; mix c.
CHEESE per lb. 1Sc.
COFFEE, Rio, 24@25c.
CRACKERS, z q 71GsIc.
CASTINGS, = ID, 54a6c.
COTTON YARNS, q dozen, 12@lsc.
COAL OIL, u gallon, SOC per Dbl.
FLOUR, IS O0@l0 90.
FEATHERS, a3 10 50@60c prime.
GUNPOWDER, q keg s. 0OaS7 so.
BLASTING POWDER, 3 so.
HIDES, green, &c.
/" dry lie.
HORSE SHOES p ID sa9c.
I" Nails p ID 27935c.
LARD OIL, q gallon, 81 so.
LARD, Il ID lie.
LEAD, q 10 lie.
MOLASSES, n. o., S. H, p Dbl, 60G75.
u half bbls 70aS5.
/" kegs 65aS5 per gallon.
MACKEREL in kits, 81 SOFAS 00c.
- q bbls SIS.
q half bbls IS 10.
keys, So so.
NAILS q keg So 90 rates.
RICE, u ID Ilal24c.
SUGAR, Brown, . ID 12@13c.
4 Refined, I5a16c.
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TE1AKEN Up As A STRAY by John
Barry, living in East Hickman. Ful-
ton county, Ky. on the 9Th inst, ONE
s0RREL MARE MULE, aged about twen-
~ years, having some saddle and collar
marks, left eye out and about fourteen
hands high, but having no brand or other
marks aud which appraise at the value
Of twenty dollars.
Witness my hand this 10th day Of Oc-
tober. 1872.
oct25 J. W. NIAYES, J. PFC.
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Beech Wood Seminary,
Hickman,
Kentucky.

hickman, kentucky,
rFNHE Fourth Session Of this Institution
win commence
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2d, 1872.
TERMS per session Of months or 20
school weeks
Tuition per session ; months or 20
weeks, spelling, FIRST lessons In
reading, writing, &c.................. Sl2.JO
Advanced reading, mental arithme-
tic. first lessons in geography aud
written arithmetic c.................. SIS. 90
English Grammar, Advanced Geog-
raphy, Written Arithmetic, FIRST
lessons in Philosophy and Compo-
sition............................ s17 30
Algebra and the higher Mathemat-
les and Natural Sciences % 90
Ancient and Modern Languages 25 90
Musicincluding use Of Piano.......... 30 90
Contingent tax to Jach pupil......... 90
No deduction except in case Of protracted
sickness. Pupils charged from time Of en-
trance.
Tuition due one-half at middle Of ses-
sioni other half ut close Of same
JOHN W. COWGlLL, Principal,
Mns. NARY Ii. CowoiLL, Assistant.
julyl3-tf
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GreaE BARGAINS!

5000 White Lindsey Shirts, scots each.
2oD0 Gray Flannel Shirts, 75cts each.
1000 pair Gray Blankets, very low
$500 Cavalry Jackets, 81 80 each.
4 large variety Of other goyernmen
goods. Everybody should call and ex
anime them
sept2S-fw J. II. PLAUT & BRO.
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A AIONG the numerous articles on the
~ p and 30 cent. counters, We have
Lace and Hem Stitched handkerchief.
Jet and Tortoise Shell Jeweiry.
Fine Soaps and Perfumer;es-
Poeket-Books, Cutlery. &c., &c.
RICE x BRO.
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DR.. G. S. MILES, of Jordan Sta
tion, KY, had quite a number Of
blooded cattle on exhibition at our
Fair, and every one bore Of premi-
um. If our farmers would improve
their stock they should purchase Of
him. Trenton Gazette.
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Machinery, Farming Implements, Etc,


hat We think our people demand or use.
Ne are also Agents for various
FACTORIES
/ and can procure these articles on ~ best
terms.
We are determined to make a speciality
of this business, believing that we know
the great need Of our people for these labor
saving FARMING IMPLEMENTS. 10 en-
able us 20 make something more than a
mere living as farmers, etc.
B@S~ We are prepared TO order Machinery
from any part Of the United states.
Bs2s- Also, we arc agents for our popuIar
Hickman Wagons, Plows, etc, made by
Hertweck, Baltzer & co.
We will, as heretofore, keep on hand .
general assortment Of MERcHANDIsE in our
line which we viii sell at the very lowest
possible cAsu RATES.
Having just completed our large and
commodious Produce and Machinery Ware
house, we are now prepared 10 handle any
kind Of produce for shipment, or sale in
our market.
We thank our friends for their liberal
patronage in the past, and will try 10 merit
a continuance Of the same in the future.
TERMS Iosifreiy cash or ils oquiralenL
POWELL * BRO.
Hickman, Ky. June % 1872.
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\ vile aud slauderous insinuation
against J. j. Hickman has been in
circulation in this vicinity for some
months, aud we take this public man.
uer to denounce it as false Justice to
the man, and the cause he has 50 ably
represented for years, demands at our
hands that this should be done, as We
have ascertained there was no fouuda
ton for it. 1t doubtless originated
from the enemies Of the Temperance
movement, to cast odium on the cause,
by attacking one, who had so gallant
ly borne our banner over so many vic
torious battle-felds, but like every
other device or attempt to stay our pro
gress, it has fallen far short of It's OBJ
iect
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MARKET REPORTS.


NV loRK, Oct. =.
Gold-The gold market opened to-
day at 113, advanced to 1135, de-
clined to 1l27, then advanced again to
l138 and closed at 1131
Cotton-Cotton freely offered with
a moderate demand, middling uplands
1899
General market-Flour in moderate
export demand, with shipping grades
held rather more steadily than others,
- 9OaII 90. Wheat heavy. 81 45a
, OF. Coffee firm, R'o l43a184.
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~. Louis Mnrket.
sr. Lor1s. Oct. q

Cotton market firm with a fair de-
mand, middling 18Ial6Sc. Flour weak
for the lower and medium grades; firm
for choice; superine 50 00a5 so, extra
So 75a6 90. Wheat, spring unchan-
ged, No 2 81 Il; winter lower, red
81 60, No. , 81 90. Corn 37a36e.
Bacon lower for jobbing and order lots,
shoulders 74a71c. clear rib sides 113c,
clear sides y. Cattle unchanged, fair
to extra S3a6.
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To buy goods at low prices,
Go without fail TO RICE'S-
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2}fw = drcrtjse,nents.
ElR LADIES' AND Chill lREN.

THURS FURS4 FUBSttl just re-
ceived a nice assortment Of FHrs. at
RICE * BRO.
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Buckingham's Dye.

FUN THE w HlohbLkos
As our Renewer in many cases
requires too long time, and too
much care, to restore gray or faded
Whiskers, we have prepared this
dye, in one preparation which will
quickly and effectually accomplish
this result. 1t is easily applied,
and produces a color which will
neither rub nor wash off. Sold by
all Druggists. Price Fifty Cents.
Manufactured by r. r. HALL, & CO.,
NASHUA, NH.
The Hickman courier., 1872-10-26

50R Men and Boys wear we have n
I full line OF Clothing, Hats, Caps,
boots, Shirts, &e., &c9
RICE & BRO
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r.ovcI5uees on the Enereaso

A marked Increase Of female loyeiiness
is tho eve-delightlns resglt Of the Inn
mense popularity which HAeAEs MAO
xoltA Bt1H has obtained among the lae1ies
Of America. Complexsons radiant vim
snow purity and iiuged with the resaata
hue Of health are commonly met win
whenever il is used Tor the salIow and
unwholesome appearance OF the face and
neck. which utteriy couhterbalauces the
effect Of any personal attraction the own
erra9v possess. ii substitutes thar cIaor
paarI-liI.e complexion which is gucb n
tr4nscontaut charmin woman, and rap-
ders the roughest skin as soft as Genoa
velvet. No one Il l1ore astonishel diam
tfe person using II AT The marvellous trans
formation which it effects in these par-
fieulars.
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Master Commissioners Notice.

Jessee Mills, 8dm'r. Futon Clrcuf Curt
lessee Mills hr &C. NOTICE.
All persons holding claims against tho
estate of JEssEn AirLLs, deceased are
hereby notified to prove aud file the same
with me at my Office in the City Of lick
man, Ky, on or before the first Monday
in February, 1873, or they VIII bo forever
barred from prosecuting their collection
against the Administrator Of said dece-
dents estate. T. 0. GOALDER,
oct19--3w. Master Commissioner.
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-NenlpnIS HarNct.
MEMPHIS. Oct. 23
Cotton lower, mjddlings 184c Corn
60c. Bacon, shoulders SIC, sides 12BB
New Orleans Market.
NEW ORLEANS, Oct %.
Cotton market quiet and easier, mid
ding 194c. Flour, the market is dull;
family SO 00a10 90 Corn, prices
have advanced white aud mixed Csc /;
white 20 Hay, choice s28 Bacon,
the market is dull at Sc, 12c and 124c.
Sugar some common new was received
and sold at SIC. Coffee, 141a183c.
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Master Commissioners Notice.

J. ". MOTIFS, Adm r. Fa7l0a CIleAI Co.uI.
J. ". Morris hrs & C. NOTICE.
All persons holding claims against the
estate OF }. II. MoRRIs, deceased. ere
hereby notified 10 prove and file the same
with me at nay Office in the City of HEX
man, Ky, on or before the 4th Monday in
December, 1872, or they viii be forever
barred from prosecuting their collection
against tlie Administrator Of said deco
dents estate. r. O. G0ALDER.
octlH-3w. Master Commissioner
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SPECIAL NOTICES

If vou feel dull, drowsy, debilitate3
have frequent headache, mouth tastes
badly, poor appetite and tongue coated.
YOU are suffering from Torpid Liver or
.sBilliousuess, and nothing will cure Won
Pierce's Golden Medical discovery.
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The Good Templars of Kentucky.
number 24,36I.
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yorE-letno democrat stay at homo.
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ola Things EEaVe Passed Away.

O4H as a wa ) .
This is at least true % Inc Old method
Of treating the long abused and much
ob,,soI lnrnan body. II is no Ion.,o,. III.
,a,i.,., 0'-'-
sidered wise 70 ptt t.'''e"i to the tor
mre in order to cure nam OF disease in
which paiu IS already uHderminiDo tba
- ia s-stem
nee
ranges itself on me sue oi nature, and
, eudcavors TO assist her ~ her fight against
disease This is the province of Hos
+..tt.,..s sto,,,o.l. Ritters Inc NJ. -
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Il. G.. BAILEY.
DEALER IN
STAPLE AND FANCY GROCERIES
PROVISIONS.
And everything usually kept in "A Grocery
Store, by Wholesale or Retail.

And everything usually kept in "A Grocery
Store, BY Wholesale or Retail.
KENTUCKY STREET, HICKMAN, ky
THANKFULto my friends for the liberal
patronage bestowed on me for the last
ten years would solicit a continuance of
the same, my motto is quick saiez and small
profits, dealing with all alike, and shall
keep full and complete stock aIways on
hand, and will furnish
GROCERTBS-
either by wholesale or retail, as cheap as
any other house in our city viii give
i'm exchange for all kind Of produce. and
invite competition with my neighbor mer-
chants. and ask al 10 examine my stock
before purchasing elsewhere
To all that owe me, must gay, they must
pay, as ! wish to buy for cash exclusively.
and shall adhere strictly hereafter to the
cash system, believing it to be best for ali
parties.
febJ
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Father may 20 ont TO vote?
No my son you cant
Except you take my good advise,
And do not vote for Grant.
But 90 to Rice & Bro, for a good suit
OF Clothing, Boots, Shoes, etc.
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mat we ihinS our people demand or usa.
C are also Agents for various
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Ayers Cathartic Pills,

For the relief and
cure OF all derange-
inents in the stOm-
ach, liver, and bow
els. They are a mild
apelicnt, and an
excellent pilrgatiye.
Being purely vegc-
table, they contain
no mercury Orninc-
raj whatever. Much
serious sickness and
suffering o. prevent
aff l.r~ fngir ffrrqlts
The Hickman courier., 1872-10-26

BERxaRD's Chill Care acts on the liver
and bowels. Bernards Chill Cure con-
tains nothing Injurious.
The Hickman courier., 1872-10-26

W c. Davidson, made choice of NJ
Pewitt as his guardian; Isaac Akers,
appointed guardian of Elizabeth Coins
and Chas. Coins, infant heirs Of W.
K. Coins, decd.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1872-08-17
AIASCHESTER ITEMS.

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY COURT.-The COun-
ty Court is still in session. Judge. Cox was
occupied yesterday in hearing number of
preScntment cases, there being some tifly-odd
parties presented for unlawful gaming. None
of the eases had been decided when our re-
port closed. The cases will be continued to-
day.
TRUSTEES MEErISG.-The trustees met
Thursday night. Report of street commit
tee in relation to the widening OF Semmes
and Seventh streets Bridge ayenue) was
adopted.
The report Of the water committee assess
ing the price of water used by j. W. Jones
in brick-making ut ten cents per hour was
adopted.
The communication of Stacy & Son in re-
latiOn to water was referred
Various appeals from the late assessment OF
taxes were referred.
On motion, committee of three trustees
and two citizens were appointed 10 consider
the eypediency of purchasing Holly Springs
farm rs 4 park, &c. Committee: Messrs.
Grow, Foote, Jones, 2. Fl. Gary, and n. Il.
Taylor.
THE WATER SUPPLY, Sc.-By this morning
it is supposed that the supply OF water will
be ample all purposes. The Marshall and
Manchester Mills have both during this week
operated portion of their establishments at
night and Stacy u Sons flour milf has COM
menced operations after a thorough over
hauling. The reputation of the City Mills is
already established, and with the improve
ments recently made it cannot fail to bbtully
sustained.
TAxEs.-Parties paying their taxes before
September are entitled to discount Of ten
per cent, and the collector is authorized to
receive any portion of the amount Of taxes
rendered.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURcu.-In theabsence of
the pastor the Rev. William B. MtHilyary
will preach ut IL A. NJ.
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Alabama Politics.

MONTGOMERY, August 1G.-The indica-
tious reported yesterday We're verified to-day
by the result. in the Republican Convention.
c. C. Sheets, Consul to Elsinore, and Alex
anaer White, member OF Congress twenty
years ago, were nominated for congressman
ut large; Lewis E. Parsons, w. T. Gilman,
J. II. Pennydir, and l.. C. Carrolson for elec-
tors. The platform consists of four reSolu-
tions: First. indorsing Philadelphia platform
and nominations; second, favoring internal
improvements on rs liberal scale ~ consist
ent with prudence and economy; third, the
duty of Congress to enforce the rights of the
colorcd race under the fourteenth and tf-
teenth amendments by permanent legisla-
ton and fourth. relies on the education of
The rising generation rs the means by which
served, and opposes diSfranchisement except
for crime after due conviction.
An executive committee was appointed,
and the Convention adjourned.
The Liberal and Democratic State EXccll-
tive Committees, after :; full and free confer
ence ut Ialladcga. c0'ileSced and nominated
A mixed ticket for electors mt large. The
session was harmonious, and steps were
taken for Il vigorous campaign. There are
no Liberals OH the State ticket because it was
nominated before the Baltimore Convention.
The joint electors are {. G. Langdon, OF Mo-
bile, and X. o. Pickett, of Lauderdaie Demo
cl.lts); w. Il. Figures, OF Madison, and w
Il. Hatchctt, of Montgomery (Liberals). The
support OF the Liberal party was pledged to
the State ticket.
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1872-08-17

Police COURT. FKIDAY-Justtce VIE
liam HoN Cre'c presidiny.--The following
cases were disposed of:
John Cooley (colOrcd-not the barber),
charged with 4S>aulting and beating his
wife, Fannie Cooley, was required to give
security in the sum of 500 for six months.
Joseph Hill, Polly Hill, and Fanny Cooley,
(colOred,) charged with asSalllting, abusing,
and threatening John Cooley. Joseph and
Polly Hill We're discharged, and Fanny
Cooley required to give security i'll 500 for
six months.
Isham jenkins {colored), charged with
having in his possession two watermelohs OF
the value of forty cents, the property Of
Major Cook, knowing the same to have been
stolen. Guilty and sent to Jail for fifteen
days; ten days in chain-gang.
William johnson and &. Robins (cOlored),
charged with stealing seven watermelons
valued ut $50. the property of james L.
Field, WAS found guilty and sent to Jail for
fifteen days; ten days in chain-gang.
William Harris (colored), charged with
stealing one lot of iron of the value of $3.50,
the property of the Tredegur Company.
Sent to Jail for fifteen days; ten days in
chain-gang.
IldIIicl OOOts anu 4Nlct fIiicl (SoioiCuJ,
charged with assautinY and beating Lyddy
Turner and throwing rocks at the child OF
William Kirby. Case compromised; costs
paid.
Sawncy Lawson (eolored), charged with
stealing one pair OF boots, the property OF
Captain Kidd. Continued TO lIth.
ELLA Hill (colored, charged with assaulting
and beating the infant child of George X.
Taylor. Fined S5.
Ella Hill, George X. Taylor, Sr., George
X. Taylor, Jr., and a. ii. Taylor, charged with
contempt of court. Discharged satisfactory
excuse given.
Joseph Anderson and William Henry Bur-
we'll (coIored), charged with lighting in the
public streets. Burwell discharged; Ander-
son required to give security i'll 800 for six
months.
Betsy Thomas and Mag Williams (col-
ored) charged with Using abusive and in
Suting language TO Eliza Jackson. Dis
charged.
Eliza jackson (colored), charged with using
abusive and insulting Ianguage to Betsy
Thomas. Discharged.
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WASHINGTON Items.

WASHINGTON, August lG.-It is raining
heavily here to-day. Severe storms are re-
ported in the North yesterday.
1t is said that Secretary Boutwell, delivers
several political addresses in Pennsylvania
next month.
Secretary Fish is reported too unwell to
return to Washington at present.
The Cabinet meeting to-day was unimpor-
tant.
The President leaves for Long Branch to-
night
Another conscience contribution Of fifty
dollars was received ut the Treasury from
New York to-day.
1t is not supposed the President will
be able to visit Chattanooga this season.
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LOCAL MATTERS.


RELIGIOUS SERVICES To-MoRRow.-We
note the following special appointments
Second Bdptist.-Rev.J G. Hiden, of vii
mingtnn, n. c., at II A. M. and 81 P. NJ.
Grdcc-S!reet Bdptist.-Rey. n. w. Wilson,
d. D., at II A. NJ and 81 2. M.
Trinity Meth0dist-Bishop Doggett at II
A. ~, and at 81 p. N. by the pastor.
Grdce-Street Presdyteran.-No service at
ii A. NJ. PrHyer-meeting at q p. NJ.
Serenth- Street Christian Garch.-Preach-
ing by Charles z. Williamson at II A. NJ.
and 81 p. NJ.
Elba Park:-Service in German at II A.
NJ. by Rev. John Blenncr.
Sidney Methodist Ghmch.-Rev. George
{. fanderslice at IL A. N. and 81 p. NJ.
Monthly meeting of Methodist Sunday
School Society of Richmond and Manchester
at 1 O'Clock Y. NJ.
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New York Items.

New YORK, August 16.--The yacht Bios
som Yesterday capsiZed in a storm of Far
Rockawav. The crew saved their lives by
cliDyiue to the bottom of the vessel.
1t is reported that a large firm in the cof-
fee trade has failed.
A convention of hger-beer sellers and
liquor dealers met in this city to-day for the
purpose of organizing central association 10
work for the election OF nOn-probibitory men
this fall. -,
Secretary Boutwell, has arrived here, anu
is the guest OF l.. Z. Morton.
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Weather Probabilities.

WASHINGTON, August 16.-Southerly TO
easterly winds and clear weather will gen.
orally prevail Saturday over the western
Gulf States, the wind yeering to westerly.
with clearing weather from Florida to North
Carolina. Southcrly and southwesterly
winds and clearing hut partly cloudy
weather from Virginia to southwestern New
York, and with cloudy weather over New
England. Southerly winds and partly
cloudy weather from Tennessee to northern
New York,
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1872-08-17

HoSoRs TO FORMER CITIZEN OF RICHMOND.
Professor w. c. Lyme was elected Principal
of the Union School, in Washington, Pa, Fri
day evening last. There were fourteen ap-
plirants for the position. He is young man
of fine ability, and one devotedly attached to
his profession. He is a graduate of Bethany
College, and was highly recommended for
the position. The Burgettstown people, with
whom he has previously lived, are, 10th to
give him up, since he brought their school
out Of chaos and made it one of the best in
the county.
Professor Lyme is we'll known in this city.
being Il son of the late DR.. Robert B. Lyme,
and brother of the firm of Lyme l. Brother.
There were more than dozen competitors
for the position; gentlemen, too, Of learning
and experience; and when it is taken into
consideration that Mr.. Lyme has just passed
his majority, the honor won by him is very
high. Since his graduation at Bethany Col
lege, few years since, he has been engaged
in teaching, his last vacation being spent in
instructing teachers in Pennsylvania. The
school OF which he has been elected princ-
pal has ten departments, with about one
thousand scholars.
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WHY BAKERFIELp DiDS'T HAVE CHURCH.
Wcll,' said the Judge, who is one Of the
leading citizens OF that mining town, :. |
agree with you, and We did make an effort
10 get up L church, but somehow it did not
succeed My wife and | talked it over; she
preferred an Episcopal church, and l called
1 meeting Of the most respectable men of the
place to choose a vestry. They voted me in
the chair, and | nominated Mr.. Johnson as
L vcstryman. Mr.. johnson declined to serve.
He modcStly said he thought himself not tit
for the office; he liked an occasional game Of
lraw-pokcr, he said; he WAS given TO some
other worldly amlsements, like dancing
when there WAS Il fiddle anywhere around ;
he couldn't resist i horSe-race, and ImfOrtil-
mattel Y all the horse-racing in IIavilah took
place on Sunday. which was sure to inter-
tere with his duties a. yestryman, and so he
would rather not serve. | told him." con-
tinued the Judge, "that men were not eX-
pecled to be so absolutely perfect in these
days; that the Chair itself was fond of au oc
csl,ional little game Of poker, and that the Of
ice OF ye>tryinan was, i'll the judgment of
the Chair. purely ministerial but somehow
he did not see it in that light; he is modest
man, and he wouldn't serve. When he
backed out everybody else did too, and so
this effort of ours to get up church fell
through. I've always been sorry for it,"
added the Judge frankly, "for l think Il
church is IN excellent thing to have.'- Cali
tOTHiu letter.