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Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
money and said She had an easy way to make

money and said she had an easy way to make
it. 90.
She and Davis rode to the springs some dis
lance off and returned with some brandy.
Plaintiff said she always loved brandy.
Haughter.) Witness told plaintiff in private
conversation that Davis had had seven or eight
children. She told him she had a h Of q no.
ton to 90 over to Sneedville.
She didInost of the talking in witness CONVEX
sation with her Witness was sorry black
smith and made large headed horse shoe nails,
and turned peculiar calks. Would know his
horses tracks. Saw where his horse turned up
hollow when ridden by plaintiff with Davis
for the brandy.
On cross-examination witness said they ar
rived at HuntSman's at about II P. NJ. Had
come from an election and went round about
way as Davis wished to avoid observation.
Said he was going over to knock around with
his Cincinnati woman.
Witness had been drinking at election but
bought he knew what he was doing. Here the
cross examination was very exhaustive and point
ed and witness seemed averse to answering
at some points-onc in which his own past con-
duct was at fault .##
He never had been at Huntsmans before nor
since --.-
Here the court adjourned until this morning
at ten clock, when the cross examination will
be continued.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
"Our Wafer Works =,

Some days ago we gave an account of how
the bottom fell out Of our water works. alias
The big cistern on Clinch street Up to yester-
day morning no effort had been made to stop
the cavity and get the cistern ready for use.
About 10 o'clock III the forenoon we passed that
way and SAW a group of white and colored men
Standing around the hole in the ground " and
were as we supposed philosophising on the
WHY'S and the wherefores. But among them
we saw the veteran brickmason, Mr.. Hof-
iaan, with Jim Ketchem, the boss plasterer, we
knew they were contemplating how to remedy
the catastrophe, We went up and saw sundry
inviduals descend with tallow dips in hand, and
. The bottom of the pit, for it has bottom, We
raw the cavity where the bottom fell' which
Is about ten feet long and halfas wide: ltsunk
down about five feet and even there the bottom
didn't seem firm. The cost of these water
works has already been considerable, and the
expense of closing up this cavity is no slight
matter.
All kinds of Repairing neatly done at
spohord'8. il8-d3t'
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

The copartnership heretofore existing between
Spence s. Lee is dissolved by mutual consent
j. +. Spence retiring Lee & Howarter will
continue the business at the old stand. Danie
Lee will settle the business of the old firm. We
thank our friends and patrons for their many
past favors, and have the honor to ask them tC
continue to show their friendly faces at the old
reliable Tea Hong
J. T. SPENCE,
ID. LEE,
il3dl2L H. L. HowARTER.
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il3dl2t
Seeds Seeds :.

George Brown has just received at his agri-
cultural warehouse and seed store Il large ship
ment of choice field and garden seeds, and for
sale at wholesale and retail. He proposes to
supply dealers on better terms than they can
purchase in any other market ild&wtf
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Nick Ei6er. of the Exchange, on Gay, be-
tween Union and Asylum, is a success. What
lie doesn't know about catering to the appe-
ttes of men, isn't worth knowing. He keeps
une of the most complete Restaurants that was
ever opened in East Tennessee. He has fine
oysters, quail, ducks, geese and game of various
kinds. and has the cooks who know just how to
prepare them. Don't take our word for it, but
call and see for yourself
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
East LYNNE.

Gilbert Troupe. The burning steamboat was
much better than could have been expected
from the size of the stage, and went off with
fine effect. Tonight the drama of East Lynne
will be presented in which Katie Gilbert will
sustain the characters of Lady Isabel and
Madam Vine
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
COMMERCIAL.
WHOLESALE MARKET REPORT
CORRECTED DAILY BY
II. w. GAUT,
Produce and Commission Merchant,
Market Piece, Kjporriue, Tennessee.

Knoxville, Tenn. Jan 16, 1S72
WHEAT-But little offered; worth 81 25ai IS,
according to quality and condition.
CoRN-,Buying price, loose, 52!a6jc.; selling
price, sacked in depot, 65a56tc.
OATs-Buying. price, loose 40ai2c.; selling
price, sacked in depot, 52Ia55c.
HAY-Buying price 90caSl 90 per cwt, baled
in car load lots; selling price, 81 0ja1 10.
DRIED FRUIT-No demand Peaches, halves,
&C., nominal; Mixed 4!a5c. Apples, 4la5c,
nominal. .ar.
FLoUR-Stock exhausted; good local demand
So 75a4 10 per sack for extra and family
BAcoN-.Local trade buying limited quantity
at 6la7c. for hog round.
LARD-Vcry dull buying sa9c selling at
lOlc
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
New York Market.

STOCKS:
New YORK, Jan. 17.-Moncy, easy, 5a6.
Prime business paper passes at 7a10. En-
change, dull, 9ta9s. Gold. dull. $1.O8zaS1. o.
Governments inactive, SIS S1.ljg 65s ST. IL! :;
new, 1.10s.
States, firm, but not very active Tennes-
sees, Us 65a65l new, 65E Virginias, Is
53; new, 81 Louisianas, IS % new, 81 Levees,
6s 60; IS 20. Aiabamas. s. so; IS 60 Geor-
glas, 6s 20; Us IS. North Carolinas, IS new,
10. South Carolinas, IS new -.
COTTON NARET.
Cotton quiet; sales 1,G0l bales , uplands 2ii ;
Orleans Dbl
Futures to-day G;15O bales as follows ::
January, y $,l6 February, 2ls. March, -
April, 2lg. May, DE, 22l. June 22!.
Flour, dull and heavy; common TO fair extra.
50 S0a7 90; good to choice 81 55a9 So Whis-
ky, nominal, 90c. Wheat, unfirm; winter red
western, GOa64 Corn closed heavy and rather
easier, 73a73Ic. Rice, firm, s4a84c Pork, firm
er, Sl4 80. Beef steady. Lard, easier; kettle
Gle. Turpentine, very firm, GAO. Tallow.
steady. Freights, duh.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Dis1inguisI,ed Nisitors.

We had the honor Of call yesterday from
Count Arnim and Count Arco, the Secretaries
o. the German Legation at Washington They
are on tour through the South and were so ia
vorably impressed with Knoxville and the
country adjacent that they stopped over one
ain They expressed their regrets that their
engagements would not permit them to stay
longer. They were shown through the city by
our German friend Mr. John Scherf. They
will probably return here before long to take a
hunt in our mountains.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Building sites for sale.

offer for sale a few building sites, from FIVE
TO fifteen acres, on the Rutledge pike, and 'front.'
ing the Fair Grounds.
march3l-dtf Jos. A. MABRY
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Nc were introduced by Mr.. Charlton 10 H.
IL. Van -Amburgh and j. j. Tunison, of
New Jersey, on yesterday. They are here for
the purpose of inspecting our country and they
like it, will purchase farms and settle among us.
They go out to-day with Mr.. Charlton to look at
some farms, and we sincerely hope they will
5ind it to their interest to make East Tennessee
Their future home. We need hundreds of just
such men.
We extend TO these gentlemen a cordial well
come.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Attention odd Fellows.

Members of Knoxville Lodge, No. l3S, are
expected out in full force tonight Business of
Importance TO them demands attention and
remembers of Lodge, No. 81, arc invited TO
meet with US
Brother SHINES, of Nashville, will address
is. Come one come all. !. j. ATKINS,
Rec. Sec. Knoxville Lodge, No. 1873
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

OF vitality &c. VariX clasp clasp that viii cure va
rcocee IN half the time and for less than One-tOur3
the cost of surgical operation. Special attention pa
to all Female diseases, leucOrrhRl, whites Obstru
tons of the menstrual period barrenneSs, falling
the womb, &c. Also, Agent for Devices Female
Monthly RegulatOr-price 50. Warranted to remove
all distractions. Sent with full directions on reeelp
of price and stamps.
Best quality of Male Safes alwars on hand: snsi:
one 81 half dOZ So s. per dOz. Sent postpaid %
receipt Of price, with directions. &c.
Just Publfshed-A Medical Report, treat
ing upon all diseases of the urinary and generave Or
gans OF both sexes. containing 60 large pages " cue
and plates showing the condition of the organs IN
state of health and disease, with the authors DsT
method of treatment. Sent under seal for 3 cent?;
Consultation personally by letter free Of charge an
strictly confidential. Address, GALEN'S HEAD DIE
PENSARY, No IS West Jefferson street, betweens Sc
cond and Third, Louisville. Nv. seVI
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Happy Relief for Young Men from the effects u r
rors and Abuses in early life. Manhood restored Ns
vOus debility cured. Impediments to Marriage z
moved. New method Of treatment. New and renaTA
able remedies. Books and Circulars sent free in easl
envelopes Address, HOWARD ASSOCIATION. "
South Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa dec-iitL
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Eat md GrnH Emf.

Just try Globe Flower Cough Syrup for con-
umption, asthma and Group.
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THE DAILY AND WEEKLY CHRONICLE.

We invite attention to the advertisement OF the
CHRONICLE. in another column We are publishing III
the Daily and Weekly far more reading matter and
fuller home news than ever published in paper IN
Last Tennessee.
Business men desiring late and reliable Market Re-
ports, will find them in the CHRONICLE.
Our terms are reasonable. DAILY CHRONICLE for
any length of time, at IS cents per month. WEEKLY
81 per year, with lower rates for Clubs.
OUR STEAM JOB OFFICE, with latest styles OF
tyne full supply Of jobbing material and superior
workmen, is prepared to do any KIND OF WORK on
SHORT NOTICE.
Binding of MAGAZINES Pamphlets and Blank Books
in best styIc. at reasonable rates.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Mr. Philip Phillips, of New York, visits
this place, byespecial invitation, January I'D,
and sings at the First VI. L. Church. For many
years Mr.. Z. has personally devoted large
portion of his time iii Cndeavoring to impress
upon the Christian public the now generally
limited fact that universal participation in the
singing exercises Of the Sanctuary is the only
true and acceptable mode of worship, and that
choirs are necessity only as teachers and
leaders Of the people in this delightful service.
ment, Nj Phillips will give practical ilustra-
ton Ofthc capability and willingness Of all t.
sing under such leadership, by acting as choris-
ter for his audience in the rendering of the more
familiar Songs oS Zion, of ancient and modern
composition,
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

The spring session of Mrs. Mary \. Richard
sons school will open on Monday, January -.
i'll DIV
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Dissolution Notice.

Globe Flower Syrup cures whoOping cough,
sore throat bronchitis and asthma.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
GaIen's Head Dispensary
Established 1850, Chartered 1851,

By the Legislature Of hen,
lucky, for the treatment tot all
diseases of a private nature
incident TO both sexes, inclu-
ding genOrrhGa, gleet, stnc-
ture, Inflammation Of the
bladder and kidneys. syphlll;
in all its stages. scrOfula, &C.
seminal weakness, impOtency
sexual debility, and all TIE
ell effects arising from youth
ful indiscretiOn and excess.
causing premature decay, I0..
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Best Mineral Sperm Oil, also EstTella and
u eIosene, at Lee Il Howarter's Tea Hong.
i1S
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iI6-12t

For sale, 10 lease or to exchange for city pro-
perty-stuatcd , miles northeast of Knoxville,
sud contains "a acres, all but ten in cultivation
Good barn and plenty of running water, mead
owa and clover For further particulars, APP
Ply To II. j. kINZEL'
iI7-2wdNw. Knoxville, Tenn.
Best New York Cheese in the market.
jI9ft LEE & HOwARTER.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Visitors.

Boots and Shoes to measure, at SpUiford's.
Market Square
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
The VI, IL, Church Revival.

There were a greater number Of pcnitents at
The altar last night at this church than at any
previous time during the meeting. There were
quite number Of conversions at the services
Yesterday and last night. Prayer meeting this
Inorning from 10 to IL . clock. Preaching at :
this evening.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Fresh Oysters

Just received and for sale by the quart, or il
quantities to suit purchasers, at my store Oh
Market Square. PETER KERN.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
KNOWS HOW TO Do II.

with deserved success in his new enterprise OF
establishing first class restaurant in the bust
ness center Of the city. His new establishment
on Gay street, midway between Union and Asy-
lum is well kept and deserves the patronage it
is receiving. His oysters, meats, wines and Ii
quors are ali served in the best style. Xii3tf
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
RniIdinrInts For snIo-

offer few Building Lots in the city, Tor
sale Jos. A. MABRY.
mar23-tf
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Attention Ladies'

For the best bargains in Boots and Shoes, g
f. Spofords.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
FOR RENT

y large, two-stOry Brick House, in good re-
pair, and suitable for a boarding house. Situa-
ted on one of the best streets in the city.
For terms, apply to
MUNsoS & BAILEY,
Real Estate Agents
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

4 large lot Of shoes at uncommonly low
prices. Childrens shoes 30 cents per pair and
others in proportion. At the Grover & Baker
Sewing Machine office, 10 Gay street up
stairs.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
KNOX COUNTY
Eight per ct. 500 Bridge Bends
FOR SALE At PAR.
Interest Payable April and october

Interest Payable April and October
'l'IIE BONDS ARE ISSUED BY KNOX COUNT
TO build Bridge over the HOlston River az h1oA-
vile, to the amount of Seventy FIVE Thousand Dollars
The stock in the Bridge and the receipts Of the sas
are pledged for principal and interest well a. tns
taxable property of Knox county amounting 70 Over
seven million dollars To capitalists administrator
executors, guardians trustees, &c, they undue
tlonably the most secure and reliable investment y
the market, The county Is amply able TO meet Do.l
interest and principal without increasing present ra'
of taxation.
The Bon1s are of the denomination Of Five IuDdrei
Dollars, with coupons attached, and are onered I01
sale IN limited amounts, as the work progresses.
For sale at
..r KNOXVILLE BANh,
Agent Of the Bridge COmmissloner;
December 9. Is71-dlm
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

\ fine Suburban Residence, with stable and
all necessary out-buildings, and from four to six
acres of ground in a high state of cultivation,
with large number of fruit trees, vines and
plants, all in bearing. There is large number
of strawberry plants, which, if properly attend
ed aud the berries sold, will pay the yearly rent.
This place will be rented for a term of years
to good tenant
Apply, for terms, at our office.
--rs-- MUNsoN l. BAILEY.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Bloomington Nursery, Illinois.

10Th YEAR, 61OACRES! Is GREENHOUSE
Largest Assortment. Best Stock. Lav
Prices Trees. Shrubs Plants Bulbs, Seeds, Stock,
Crafts &c, 100 Page illustrated Catalogue
10 Cents. Bulb, Plant, Seed Catalogues all for n
cents Wholesale Price List free Send for these b.
fore buying elsewhere.
4. IA. PHOENIX. bloomington. Ill
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Pemberton's compound extract of Stillinga
cures all old mercurial and venereal diseases
without fail--try it.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
New Advertisements.
FREE TO BOOK AGENTS.

We will send handsome Prospectus Of our New III
trated Family Bible, containing over ID fine Sorin.
Illustrations to any Book Agent fee Of eharze
dress National Publishing Co., Phila, Pa IfIsSn.l
Ga, or St. Louis No. anta
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Strangers visiting our city are cordially invited L
call. No charge to purchasersA showing property,
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
A- BOARD AND LODGING. corner OF
CIinch and Crooked streets.

Hams. HamS!! Hams!!!
Three kinds. LEE u HowARTER.
lis &c
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
HISTORY OF
The Great Fires

In CHICAGO and the WEST by Rev. f.
SPEED, DID,. OF Chicago. Only complete bistor,. y
Syo. pages 60 engravings- 70.OO0 already s0Id D. -
$3.50. 200 agents made in % days. Profits "a - .e
ferers. Agents wanted: III. 5. G00DSPEED h ~ T6'-
q Park Row, New York. w.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Ii will pay you TO stop and see the large stock
and cheap sugars at the Tea Hong.
lis fl LEE & HowARTEE
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

\ house with five rooms, on Depot street, near
the Akin House, in fine repair, good cistern,
dc. Its nearness to the railroad makes it val
liable to a railroad man. Will be rented 70
one year, or will be sold on fairs terms, if de-
sired. Apply to MUNsoS & BAILEY.
Real Estate Agents.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
Mineral Sperm OIL
4 Farm.

Aud best kerosene at Hunter 5.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Large stock of shoes left over from last sea-
son, very cheap. Call at the Grover & Baker
Sewing Machine Agency, 119 Gay street
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
PROFITABLE BUSINESS

VIII be given one or two persons Of either sex in
KNOXVILLE and adjoining towns, by which they NAV
realize from $500 to Sl0u0 year. with but little inter
ferauce with ordinary occupation. in selling HOUSE.
HOLD ARTICLES of real merit and universal M.
If the whole time is devoted much larger sum NAV Ia
realized Circulars free, giving complete list Of art.
cles and commissions allowed.
T.. s, COOK & Co, Hoboken, NJ
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18

Use Globe Flower Cough Syrup.
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GIOE MONTH! Horse furnished Expense,
QSNO paid. II. B. SHAW, Alfred Ne
a GENTS Wanted.-AgentS make more money Al
a work for US than at anything else Business lizb
and permanent. Particulars free. G.. STINS0N (
Co., Fine Art Publishers, Portland. Maine.
OPIUM EATERS,oHH F.d {9 81 t EIT 5Ib 70 54
dress 1. E. CLARKE, NJ. D. Mount Vernon, Ohio.
AGue Cured OR MONEY RE.
EUNDED.-Send to W. c. Hamilton & Co.. Wholse.
Druggists Cincinnati. Ohio. for bottle of KRlSN
81.
For fhe Kidneys and Liver
Use Hamilton's BUCHU AND DANDELION. jus
what your physician prescrbeS. Sent prepaid for 9
per bottle, by W. c. Hamilton * Co., Druggists, Cir
cinnati, Ohio.
Knoxville daily chronicle. [volume] (Knoxville, Tenn.) 1870-1882, 1872-01-18
z e AL ES T A z e,
OF EVERY DESCRIPTION.
Pay Taxes for non.residents, Collect Rents, &C.
Particular attention given to the nego
tiation of Loans.

We have also published for distribution with OIL
REG ISTER, Colored
The Ouachita telegraph. [volume] (Monroe, La.) 1865-1889, 1872-11-02
4 Conflict with Brigamds.

An American traveller name StuyVe-
SAINT had not long ago desperate en-
counter with Italian bandits, at Leone
d'Oro, an infamous (hostelrie) in Flor
ence, where he had been lurcd by an
accidental acquaintance. The surround
ings impressed. him unf,vorably, and
he kept an "eye out.'' When he rctir-
Ell he looked to Il revolver and pair of
brass knuckIes, and awaited develop
nents. Nearly an hour elapsed with
out noise, when the sound Of footsteps
in the next apartment attracted his at
tention. Pretending to sleep soundIy
Mr.. S!uyvesant heard the folding doors
gardualIy drawn apart, and then the
whispering of mems voices beside his
he'd. One said, ttdon't fear; he is aslecp;"
whereupon the gas was lighted. Two
robbers of huge build and fierce express
sion met Mr.. Stuyvesant's gaze. They
examined his vaiise, and ,t1aving search
ed his cont pockets We're about to take
4 package Of papers with them, when
the heroic foreigner bounded from his
bed and demanded an explanation. A
dagger was instantly aimed at him by
one of the robbers, but the American
disposed OF his assaiIant by ashot which
penetrated the latter'S Shouller-bladc.
The other robbcr brandishcd his stilctto
furiously and aimed Il terrible blow at
the strangers heart, which he parricd
with his right arm, receiving IL simple
flesh wound. a blow from the brass
knuckles brought the william to thc
doUr. He then wished to see the land
lord, and presenting his pistols, babe
him keep quiet while ltc unlocked Il
window. From tho window hejumped
upon a wooden building and thence to
tue street. The police were aroused,
tue house contiscated, and 4 number OF
Important arrests made.
The Ouachita telegraph. [volume] (Monroe, La.) 1865-1889, 1872-11-02
Home Art.

The first condition of success in furn
ishing either large or small room is
that there must be no overcroWding.
This is absolute. When outline is lost,
beauty, as matter of fact, is lost also.
We must all know many drawing rooms
in which, perhaps the worth and beauty
Of each individual thing is indisputable,
on entering which the first thing that
strikes one is a sense of incongruity.
What nigh have been an art collection
Is degraded to the level ofan old curios-
: ity shop. Most women arc born with
love of beauty. But generally, unless
this love is cultivated and trained, it
runs to waste, and fritters itself away
upon small things. Women so into a
shop and hover over q counter for an
hour, engrossed in the purchase Of fifty
small things, each one of which is pref
~ enough in itself if taken up in the
hand and inspected but not one Of
which can be clearly defined at a dis
tance Of twoyerds, and not one Of which
repays the trouble Of the minute inspec-
ton. These are packed away in shiny
cabinets that are blazing will, ormolu
scroll-worl, on spindle legged whatnots
that seem to be designed for no other
earthly purpose than to be Knocked
down at brief intervals, and on mantle
pieces that confuse ones vision and
mutldle ones brain during the long
periods when the need Of being near
the fire forces one to face them. 1t is q
better and higher system of economy
to buy two Or three good bronzcs or
marbles, on which the eye can always
rest with pleasure, than to spend ten
times the sum on a heterogeneous mass
Of the parti-colored rubbish which
many accumulate, Gin ORDER" they call
It, tsto take of. the naked look of their
roon1." Better the naked look ten
thousands time than the false decora-
tions.