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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23

The CHARACTER of the Land Grant OF the
Northern Pacific Railroad Company, as a whole, is
readily acknowledged by all persons acquainted
with the different Grants, to be SUPERIOR TO
THAT OF ANY OTHER ROAD; but even if tho
average price per OF its land sales should not
be above the lowest average Of all the land grants,
which is but o.. 20 on the Kansas Pacific Road, still
at this low figure for the % 600 held to redeem
each s50,0o0 of bonds, there would be surplus of
Sl1500 over the amount of bonds that can be issued
on each mile ofthe Northern Pacific Railroad.
During the month of December the Northern
Pacific Railroad was opened Tor passengers and
freight to the Red River of the North, the eastern
boundary of Dakota Terrtory-this, with the com.
peted road of the Pacific slope, and the st. Paul
and Pacific branches of 2ss miles, makes nearly GOO
miles of road in operation at the close of 1871
As the U. S. Government is now calling in the
Fve-Twenties holders of these convert them
into Northern Pacific Bonds, and thereby IN
CREASE THEIR INCOME MORE THAN 80 ID
PER CT. At the present time good proportion
of the sales of y. F. Bonds by the conversion of
Fve-Twentes, and we notice that the Boston Jour
nal in its monetary article of Nov. nth, says:
"Holders (of Five Twentes of 1862 either real.
zing upon them, or exchanging them into other Is.
sues-oten into railroad bonds-the Northern Pa
cifc Seven.Thires are favortes for re.inyestment
The Chicago disaster fully demonstrated that
First Mortgage Bond on any Trunk Line ofrailroad
is the safest and least nuctuating security known
This is manifest in one quite marked instance az
in the iuc:uation of the First Mortgage Bonds
OF the Michigan Central Railroad, which fell but
one per cent. in the late financial panic while the
U. s. Five-Twentles and Skies of 1881 fuctuated
two or three per cent and here the Michigan Cen.
tral Railroad had met with the greatest loss it could
by flre-thc burning of its large terminal depot.
The New York Daily Bulletin which gives the an.
thentic reports of the Stock Exchange In its issue
OF the nth of October after the Chicago fire, says
RAILROAD Bonds have stood the shock better than
any other class Of securitiesp and again, October
18th, says: Railroad Bonds are steadier than any
other class of securities
SOTO persons seeking permanent Investments
also holders of Government Bonds wishing TO in.
crease their income WE WOULD RECON-.
MEND THE NORTHERN PACIFIC SEW.
ENTIRETY GOLD BONDS Az ONE or
THE BEST AND SAFEST RAILROAD
SECURITIES NOW OFFERED no THE
PUBLIC.
We recommend this bond for The reason that II is
GROUNDED UPON A LANDED REAL,
ESTATE BASIS, WORTH DOUBLE THE
AMOUNT OF BONDS ISSUED PER
MILE, AND ALSO UPON A FULLY
EQUIPPED TRUNK LINE OF RAII.
ROAD RUNNING THROUGH THEsAME
For further particulars concerning this Bond. or
purchase Of the same, apply to the undersigned
B. E. Potter & Bros,
BANKERS,
Freemans Bank Building,
AUGUSTA.
ianlG.'eodSwlm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23
STATE OF MAINE.

aSH@H e@82@ liz SENATE, January ID, 1872.
ORDERED, Tae House eoncurring, that all he
titions for private legislation, except petitions Ion
redress of wrongs and grievances which shall b.
presented to this Legislature amer the first day
February next, be referred 10 the next Legislature
and that This order be published in the Daily Keo
nebec Journal The Bangor Daily Wing and Courier
and the roniand Daily Press until that date
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23

There Is some prospect OF a falling of in
the immigration from Germany to this coun,
Try. While North Germany is greatly over
crowded there Isl proportionate lack of all
serts of skilled labor in Austria. Wages in
hat country have become, for Eurape, cnor-
mously high. All kinds Of raw material are
often sent over the line into Prussia to be
made up. Much Of the printing which should
de done in Vienna, Prague and Pesth, is sent
to Leipsic and Brunswick. 1t is said that eff
forts are being made by both the North Ger.
man and Austrian governments to turn the
tide of German emigration from this country
and set it towards Austria. Whether Austria
can hold out sufficient inducements to make
this effort a success remains to he seen.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23

The Kenncbec Journal also believes
that 1.-TWO years of consolidation" have
wrought wonders. 1t doubtless hopes
hat the new sovereign will allow it to
continue in the enjoyment Of certain re-
muneratiye contracts, and that "ten years
If State printing" will work other Won
ders. Po1land Press
Yes, the kenncbec Journal believes
that consolidation" has been beneficial
to the interests of the State. |, has no
fear OF evil results TO the public on ac-
count Oft. There may he railroad abuses
md ca,amities, but this is not one. We
do not fear the new sovereign, nor fiat
.er him. The power O! the consolidated
companies is supposed TO be represented
IN the President, yet the kennebcc jour
nal opposed him As \ candidate for rep
resentativc in the city Of Augusta last
September, and he was beaten at The
polls SO much, ~ ;sai answer to the al
legged subservicney of the X cnnebec Jour
nal to the "new sovereign" and the buea-
BOO otihe Press about the power of railroad
sings in the politics. Of the State. The
spirit which prompts ilings at us like the
above is the same which has dictated arti-
;les libelmg the present Legislature ere
iting the Impression ;,broaathal the mem
oers ave dishonest, and thcir votes for
sale in The market.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23
Maine Central Railroad Co.

A DIVIDEND offs per cent. on the interest Scrip
u May y, 1870, will be paid at the 0fiice OF the
airy 1872. j. S. GUSHING Treasnrer
janIG-t2w
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MAINE LFGISLATURE.
senaj.
MosDAY, Jan.

Senate met according to adj ournment.
Prayer was offered By Rev. Mr. CoRrIss
Of Gardiner. L. ,.a -
The JournafVof yesterdays proceedings
was read and approved.
Papers from the House were disposed Of in
concurrence.
samz On motion Of Mr.. Kinks Of Hancock, VII
IAN II. MCCLELLAN, Senator elect from the
Waldo district, was sworn in and took his
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23

7e' tsHHa IL House oF REPRESENTATIVES,
as SO Jan. II, lsa2.
,a Read anil passed in concurrence .s
SCMSERJ. CHADBOCRSE, Clerk.
ID A true copy.
ssss Attest: SAMUEL ". LANE, Secretary.
janl3-i&wtf
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Maine Central II. II.
Winter Arrangement commencing
November 18th.

On and after Nov; 18th, Passenger Trains will
scaye Augusta, for Portland and Boston, at 5.i5,
mas A. NJ, Io15 ?. NJ; for Bath, Lewiston and
Portland, 545, II IS A. a., 800 p. NJ. for Bangor
100 A. NJ, and 400 r. NJ; for Bangor, Dexter, Bel
iast and skowhegan, 400 T. NJ; for Haowell and
Gardiner, 5.45. 900 1li5 A. NJ, rs. 800 30 p. NJ
The 5.45 and 1l.i5 Trains connect at Bath fo
Rockland.
The 5.4J A. NJ. Train connects with the Grand
Trunk Railway AT Yarmouth for South Paris.
The AS A. NJ Train connects at Portland with
he Portland Il 0gdensburs Railroad for Baldwin
Fryeburg and Conway.
The 400 a. NJ. Train connects at Bangor with the
e. q \. A. Railway for Houlton, Fredericton,
Calais and st. John, arriving IN St. John at p. NJ
Freight Trains leave Augusta for Portland and
Boston at $50 A. NJ; for skowh gan and Bangor al
l2l5 p. NJ.
Trans arrive-From fosion at 400 a. NJ, 1 90
and SIS =. ~; from Bath, Lewiston and Portland
At 1000 A. NJ, 100 and Is p. NJ; from skowhe
gan, Belfast Dexter and Bangor at ll.45 A. NJ. ana
lois p. M; from Gardiner and Halloweil at 700
s45 and 1000 A. NJ, l30. 400, 500 and SIS +. NJ.
Freight Trains arrive-From Boston, Portland,
Bath and Lewiston at 1000 a. NJ, and l2.t0 NJ.
from Bangor Dexter, Belfast and skowhegan al
300 a. VI.
JAS. NJ. LUNT, Gen1 Supt
Nov. 10, 1871. l.. l.. LINCOLN, Asst. Supt.
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DAILY Arnnlr'brf Journal
? 4ssa AU G. u q ia. d +
TUESDAY MORNING, Jan. 23, 1879.
Committee on Immigration.

The joint Special Committee Immigratioh
will give public hearing on the subject OF scan-
iinayian Immigration. on Tuesday evening, Jan
30th, at ia O'Clock, in Representatives. Hall. Al
persons interested are invited to be present.
j. l.. SMITH, jc,;,,
s,e s~b A4ss IS. HUMPHREY, 1 N""''"' IL
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23

Committee on Change Of Names.
The Committee on Change of Names will meet on
Monday Of each week at o'clock p NJ. until fur
ther notice ut Room No. 5, in the State House.
DAVID BARKER, Chairman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23

3, ,ssse - IL SENATE, January II, 49,.
= Read and passed. sent down for concur ence.
SAMUEL ". LANE, Secretary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1872-01-23

TWO GENTLEMEN, or family can he accom-
l modated with pleasant rooms with board, a
MRS. MOTIONS, Winthrop ST.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

Best time IL mile heat, 90
2nd 80
On the same day at 2 O'Clock, 7. NJ. a
Purse of $40 i offered for the speed of
horses that never beat three minutes, half
mile heats, best three in five, to harness.
Sc 10 the first and 81 to the second. Ten
per cent. of the Premium, as an entry fee,
must be paid to the Secretary at the time
of making the entry, one hour before
starting; the trotting at 2 O'Clock 7. NJ,
second day. For this premium competing
horses must be owned by the \. +. Far
mers' Club.
On the same day Purse will be offered
for the best speed of horses outside of the
society, of which notice will be given here
after.
The Committee on Miscellaneous Arti-
cles, Mrs. Charles Treworgy, Mrs. Francis
McGown, Mr.. Ii. n. JOY, Jr.
ANY articles not mentioned will be class
ed Miscellaneous, and will be examined,
and if deemed worthy will receive pre-
MUM; all articles entered for premium
must be tagged, with the name of the arti-
Gle written on the tag. All entries must be
made before 10 o'clock the second day.
Admittance to the Hall will be twenty
cents.
ID. T. MADDOCKs, Secretary.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

People. who are such fools as to stake
their money on horse races might have
their eyes opened little by reading such
fact as this, which i told of Mr.. Harper.
the owner of Longfellow, and his white
rider. before the race at Long Branch
The old man observed something mysteri
Gus, but said nothing. He telegraphed to
kentucky for the colored boy, who had
driven Longfellow before, to be sent TO
Long Branch Immediately. He arrived
but not word was said, and the white
rider was dressed for the contest with
Harry Bassett. Then the old man told
him that the colored boy could ride better
that day than he. The colored boy was
dressed in moment, mounted upon Long
fellow. and won the race. And now come :
the conclusion. The white boy was seen
by Mr.. Harper to have a roll of money.
showing that he had been tempered with,
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
AMERICAN AND FoREleN rAlL>r-.
r. Fl. EDDY,
SOLICITOR OF PATENTS.
For Inventions Trade Marks Designs
No. TO State ST., Opposite KIlbv d.,
BOSTON.

4 FTER an extensive pracnce ~ upward OF
y Thirty years, continues to Eecurc Patents In
The United states. also Ia Great Britain, France
AMI other foreign countries. Caveats, Speci uCA.
tons, Assignments, and all other papers for Pl-
tents, executed reasonable terms, " in all
patch. Researches made 10 determine the validity
aud utility Of Patents OF Inventions, and legal
and other advice rendered In al naatters touching
the sane. Copies 81 the claims Of any patent
furnished by RENTING one dollar. Assignment
recorded In Washington.
No dGency in the Unite States possssses i,l erIoF
'deties Ter obtaining Patents, " GscertaiuiHy a
Practicabiiity Of iRrcnfions.
All necessity OF a journey TO Washington 70
procure u Patent, and the usual great delay there
are here saved Inventors.
o.
TESTIMONIALS.
~ regard Mr.. Eddy as OF the Hrostcapable am
succes.hl practitioners with whom I have had
official intercourse. CHAS. MASON.
Comm. sioncrs OF Patents,
II have no hesitation IN assuring inventors tAat
they cannot employ man more COMPETENT ami
trustworthy, an1 more capable of putting their
applications in form to secure for them an early
and favorable consideration at the Patent office,
EDMUND BURK,'
Late Commt- -iOncr Of Patents
Mr.. Eddy has made for me over THIRTY AZ
plioatlons for Parents, having been successful IN
almost every case. sUce unmistakable proof OF
great talent and ability on his part, leads me to
Recommend all inventors to apply to him 10 pro-
cure their patents, they may be sure OF having
the most faithful attention bestowed on their
cases, and at very reasonable charges,
JOHN TAGGAET.
Boston jan. Is73-lyr.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

Every year increases the popu-
larity Of this valuable Hair Pre-
aration, which is due to mer.'
alone. We can assure our o'a
patrons that it is kept fully up 4.
it, high standard and it is the or
~ reliable and perfected prepare
ton for restoring GRAY OR FADEo
HAIR to its youthful color, making
it soft, lustrous, and silken. The
scalp, by its use, becomes white and
clean. 1t removes all eruptions and
dandruf, and, by its tonic proper
ties, prevents the hair from falling
out, as it stimulates and nourishes
the hair-glands. By its use, the
hair grows thicker and stronger.
In badness, it restores the capillary
glands to their normal vigor, and
will create a new growth, except in
extreme old age. 1t is the most
economical HAIR-DREssING ever
used, as it requires fewer applica-
tons, and gives the hair splendid,
glossy appearance. A. \. Hayes,
MD, State Assayer of Massachu-
sets, says, The constituents are
pure, and carefully selected for ex-
cellent quality; and consider it
the BEST PREPARATION for its
intended purposes"
Sold By all Druggists and Dealers in Medicines.
Price One Dollar.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

The Ninth New England Fair will be
held al Lowell, September 3. 1. } and 6.
ls.2. The grounds contain about forty
acres. and are in every respe. I desirable
for the purposes Of the Fair. There i 4
superior half-mile track. and an exhibition
building which contains more than half
acre OF space. An abundance Of pure
water both for visitors and animals is fur
niehed in various parts of the grounds.
The premiums offered in the different de-
partment> are more liberal than ever before
and amount IN the aggregate 70 nearly $50
600. In addition TO the usual attrsc-
lions there Will be a trial of Steam
Fire Engines on one day of the Fair. An
railroad trains discharge passengers as
well as animals and articles for exhibition
at the grounds. The principal railroads in
New England will transport animals and
articles for the exhibition free, and passen-
gers at reduced rates
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
KEEPING EGGS FOR WINTER UsE.-I

KEEPING EGGS FOR WINTER UsE.-The
following excellent receipt is from
Wripht's New Illustrated Book of Poultry
$40 four gallons of boiling water add
half a peck of new lime, stirring it some
little time. When cold, remove any hard
Jumps by a coarse sieve; add ten ounces OF
salt and three ounces of cream of tartar,
and mix the whole thoroughly. The mix
ture is then to stand for fortnight before
using. The eggs are to be packed as
closely as possible, and 20 be kept closely
covered up. Thus treated, if put in when
new laid, at nine months they will eat
quite Is good as though only laid six days,
though Of course not quite like new-laid.'
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
WOOL CARDING.

Now Is the time to send in your wool. as shall
be ready To receive II after this date Wool NAV
be left at H. Ii. Masons, WhitcOmo Il HAYNES at
the Falls ami at i. MOore's Hancock or at the
mill. Persons wishing for good rolls must send
their wool Ia good order, to those the best OF sat
istaction Will be given
mill.
y 1.-The best Oil Will be ased At this mill as
purchase II at the manulactory. Il. +. JOY.
Ellsworth NAV ls12. 3utt
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

STEAM PUDDING Two cups of flour.
one cup of milk, one-half cup of butter.
one-half cup of sugar. one-haf cup OF
molasses. .one cup ofrasins, one teaspo Jnful
of soda. Steam two hours and serve with
a sauce.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

An experienced hop cultiyator says that
on most soils, barpyard manure once in
three years, and ashes and plaster once a
year, will best meet the requirements of
the hop crop.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

The following is said to be an excellent
remedy for burn: Take tart apple an d
simmer in lard until it forms a salv e; it
will heal burn quickly, and always with :
out scar.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
Buckingham's Dye.
FOR THE WHISPERS.

As our Remover 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. P. HALL 4 CO..
MA1RUA. NH.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
MIDDLETON's POCKET CORN SHELL

One Agent wanted In every county in the U.
sell Middleton's Pocket Corn shelter, patented
1910. 1t shells all lies ofcorn, and can be used
Wholesale to Agents, IS cents. Territory FREE
MIDDLETON 4 Co.
4Stf Harrisburg, Pa.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

POSTERS and PROGRAMMES
printed ct this Office
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
For Sale,

Centre Board Sch. VIM. Thomas Dimensions
70 $40 X ~ 2.l0 Y o 10 % tons \. NJ. l33 old
carries los II. Lumber I10 tons coal, is fast sal
Tor in good order and ready for use, For fur Their
mercial Wharf, South side Boston, Mass. ti27
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15

hye Iechs
= ~ :. 50
Best Beans Peek,
2nd - - -
Best Peas Peck,
1nd
Best Buckwheat Peck.
End " .
ALFRED MCGowN,l
J. l.. MOORE, tCommittee.
CHARLES. JAMES,
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
DR.. RAILWAYS
SARSAPARlLllAN RESOlvENT
kidney 4 Bladder Complaints,

Kidney L. Bladder Complaints,
Urinary. and womb diseases Grarel Diabetes. DrupsT
StnppsSe Of Water fneoutnsnce % Urine Brixhfs Dis
case AlhumnuTfA and In all where there bres
dust cspo~s the water Is thick cloudy. MIXED with
Substances like the white Of OF threads IKE white
SIX there Is nortti, dark. bilious appearance, and
white boneda.t deposits and when there i pricknx
burning sensation whom passing wa'sr. And pain IN the
Small o. the BAcs and along the Lnins. frce. tI-na
W00 MS.-The only known and sure Remedy
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
TumOr OF ~ Years Growth
Cured by RaSlW8y's RcsOIycnt.

tSSBRtF MAS. Jaiy Il. i-af
nlpvr -ik.rr hal ovntAa Isrnf tAs erAf@s As4
t-sla All tAs lat tAsr hsip fsr a." i
every iAsg ;A.i rscamzepAsd b-t so.Aisg h-P~ r.
yuar R~salrsz. .nd kszzAt ~sei Try kzi had aA
u q, sAas. Asi rgSsfsd ~ t-sl,v af as bst,iss
E<slvsu,, bax q Hadusys fi AL
4 yus- Rs.ly s-fs aa1 thsFs aga u -
fit, al isl h-tssr. sArsr snd hsFTsr ,Asn esr,
fr t-srs ys.sr Tbs Ia tSs f shas e Aa
ts-. Tie sr0ia. write ia yea So iAs hsssai
ssAxTl isz TsslssA u u yea sts--s-
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1872-08-15
Mrs. PETER NCGOwN.
Mrs. X. W. CLENENT>. Committee.
Mrs. J. L. Moon.

Best display OF Flowers, -
md =
Best Bouquet. ~
2ud 10
Best display of Needle Work. -
pad =. 30
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-12-08

Arrival and Departure OF Trains.
Z. 7. VA. 4 GA. R. R. ~-i-~9. ss
-. DAY TRAINS, t
Passenger train going West: 1f'at f"
Arrives at Knoxville 1:30 Am. Leaves, 11:40 AM r
Passenger train going East: 1ctG--,-
Arrives at Knoxville 12:l0 PM leaves, 12:20 Pr.
y rf NIGHT TRAINS.
Passenger trains going West; l-.f
Arrives at Knoxville Lilo Pm; leaves, 1129 Pm.
Passenger train going East:3 Ligl5 .r..5 gseE31l
Arrives at Knoxville. S3s AM; leaves 349 Az. r-,
KNOXVILLE AND CHARLESTON R.p iii =
Arrives at Knoxville from MaryYills 10 AM; leaves
Knoxville for Mar vile 240 Pm I'D II .5i--7s
. l.' ' KNOXVILLE AND OHIO R.R. ~
Arrive at Knoxville, 1870 AM; leaves. 5 Pm.
POST OFFICE HOURS.
The Eastern Mail Closes Al
:, ;, arrlVes.;,;:.-........ il:30
:. w..,.rn Ma, open for delivery !, 1:9S n
>. western MAI tlOses 10: 20 6.sS
:" 90 Open for delivery ........ LEO Pm
Clinton Mail Arrives. Loo An
" Closes. ......... 4:30 Pm.
The Maryville Mail arrives at 1890, A. NJ. aEa 5e-
parts at ZOO Y, daily. except Sundays. :. A79W
Maynardville Mail arrives at l2:0O NJ, on Mondays
The Blains Y Roads Mail arrives Tuesdays and Fri
days at Hoo NJ. and departs NJ, same days
Gap Creek Mail arrives "Wednesday at 800 P. NJ,
and departs Thursday at 500 AM @55-0I 30 TO- 80
The Post Office opens ats. A. NJ; and closes at 430
Pm. Opens again $780, PM; closes at 200 Once
open on Sunday at leo P. NJ for one hour: -. :
va -, JAMES RODGERS, Pm.
The Lincoln County herald., 1872-06-26
T TIE CsN.ARYS WISH.

II 10 said, but l will not affirm the
truth of tho story. that pretty yellow
canary, IN q it OF fretfulnsss, cried out
oos day, 81 wish were dead II
Upon this the tortoise. shell ca, looked
up with q merry twinkle in his eyes, and
said al don't wonder at it, my poor
dear. Shut up as you are 10 that cage,
~ is not strange you should wish for
death"
YES" replied the bird, "I am shut
up, whilo my friends arc out in the
bright sunshine sporting among the
beautiful flowers. 1t is too bai!'
$50 it is," rejoined tho cat, 10 q tone
Of tenderness.
"And such sweet singer as am too. 4"
added the canary
"Yes, dearest, your songs are sweeter
than those Of the birds that are free.
don't wonder you arc wro,ched."'
10, do wish were dead - groaued
the bird. my life is all pain and vsxa
ton. I'm poor miserable prisoner"
MY little love-" replied the cat, rs he
rose to his feet, "if you will have tho
pluck to come out of your cage, / will
a-'r ~. yvu nun your grler ana pain.
"What! what" chirpsd tho canary,
with terrible autter in its heart, as the
cat rose up on its hind legs and placed
one Of his fore paws on the door of the
cage.
at pains me to do it" replied tho cat,
yet for your sake will stiAe my grief
and help you out of your misery"
The bird screamed. A footstep at
the parlor door made pu.s turn his head,
and then, seeing his master, he slunk
through an open window into the garden.
Canary breathed freely again, and having
been very near the death it had SO fool
ishly desired, was henceforth wiser and
happier bird.
"Foolish little canary hear tbous.
and voices cxclaim Yes, foolish little
canary indeed is that little boy or girl
who also often utters rash wishes as "I
wish | was dead p or, 81 wish | didn't
have to 60 to school !" or II wish could
get away from home - or any other
equally idle wish. IF such child should
be taken at his word, as the cat was
about to take the canary he too, would
learn both the folly and danger of foolish
wishing and frotful feeling.