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Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

A correspondent of the Sussex Journal says
that the Breakwater & Frankford Railroad,
$500, 900 for) ought to be a narrow gauge, be.
cause 800, 900 could be saved in its construc-
ton. 1t only costs three-ffths as much to
build. and three-ifths as much to transport on
the narrow gauge as on other roads. True,
the freight has to be re-shipped, when put on
other roads, but this gives employment, and
can be done for less than the interest on the
500, 600 saved in the construction. Inasmuct
as the people on the route won't take stock
since the State has been so prOA:g this cor
respondent thinks the Company had better
build narrow gauge ROAD, because it can b,
done for less than the sum the State has az
propriated.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

INTERESTING CAsE.-In October, 1868,
Edward Provost made a wager of 800, with
Archibald Given, that Jacob Richardson, who
was then a candidate for Sheriff, had belonged
to the Union League, an organization which
met in the Savlle building The money was
deposited in the hands of Benjamin c. Pearce,
who was to pay it over to the winning party,
when convinced of the truth or falsity of the
assertion. The Constitution of the League
was procured, and among the names appended
to it, was that of Jacob Richardson For
some reason, however, Mr.. Pearce declined to
pay the Stakes to Provost and in short
time afterwards he was notified that suit
would be brought to compel him to do so. 1t
was accordingly instituted at the November
term of the Court In the month of Decem-
ber however he paid the money over to Given,
taking and indemnifying bond to secure its
return to him in case of verdict for the
plaintiff. The case came up at the May term
in 1869, when Mr.. Bayard getting hold of the
Constitution of the League, and finding the
name of Mr. Richardson appended thereto,
Immediately made a motion to have the suit
ruled out on the ground that bets of this
character were at variance with public morality
and against the policy Of the State, and the
i Court so ruled. Had Mr.. Bayard not have
been convinced of the hOpeleSsness of his case
had he not been satisfied that the verdict
would have been unfavorabe to his client, he
would not have made any such motion. Not.
withstanding this manOeuvre, however, the
parties persistently held on to the money
belonging to Provost, and he consequently in
stituted suit before magistrate to recover the
same. He obtained judgment for the amount
when the parties appealed and carried thu
case to Court, where il came up last Friday
for final determination. George q. Gorder
appeared as Counsel for Provost and Thoma;
II. Bayard for Pearce On Monday mornin!
the charge of the Court was made 20 the Jury
and after the lapse of number of hours a yer
dict was rendered in favor Of Provost 4
, clearer case OF attempted wrong never cam,
before the Court, and we are surprised tha
even sporting gentlemen could have foun
excuses or apologies for its perpetration |
seems, however, that had the money been pai
, over to Given without reservation of any kind
prior to notice having been served on tn
stakeholder, not to do so, the money yer
likely could not have been recovered frol
| Pearce. The proof Of notice having been give
however connected with the bond Of indemnify
secured verdict for the party justly entitle
to it. A similar bet was made by John w
Griffith aud Mr.. Mealley, and it was determine
, by agreement on the proceedings in the case "
have cited.-DeL Republican.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

"a THING OF BEAUTY Is A JOY FOREVER. "
This is just one of the reasons why our
Superb Clothing lasts so long and gives such
universal satisfaction. 1t is so handsome, and
so durable, that people have not the heart to
cast it off, even when the seasons demand a
change. We have now a splendid stock of
beautiful garments for spring wear very cheap.
BENNETT & Co., Tower Hail. No. SIS Market
street, halfway between Fifth aud Sixth
streets Philadelphia.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

SUDDEN DEATH. Thomas Sipple, aged 62,
a prominent politician of Georgetown, at one
time a candidate for Sheriff, was attacked
with commissions at the supper table at Foun-
tain's Hotel, Dover, yesterday, and died in
was found lodged in his throat. Coroner
Cats took the body in charge and held an
inquest.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

THAT BRIDaE.-At the session or the Levy
Court, at Dover, yesterday, the question of the
construction Of the pivot bridge acoss Smyrns
Creek was taken up, and after discussion, was
postponed until October. IL was agreed, how
ever, to appropriate $1,000 for the making o.
the causeway across the marsh A number o.
interested parties were present, and the failure
of the court TO make the appropriation for the
litigation. IL is understood that the Bombay
Hook r. II. Go. are.interested in the matter
and insist that the law should be complied
with. On the other hand. it is stated that th'
Levy Court decline TO act even so far as tht
causeway appropriation is concerned, If thei
course is made subject of litigation.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

Railroad trains of ore, coal, iron. etc, are
now weighed on The run. The Fairbanks
Track Scale, with q platform nine rods long,
accomplishes this marvel. Even Wendell
Philips must allow that the art of weighing is
not one of the Lost Arts"
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

FOUND At LAsr!-A remedy that not only relieves
but cures that enemy OF mankind. Consumption. al
we'll the numerous satellites which revove around
II IN the shape of coughs. colds. bronchitis. sore
throat influenza, &c. The remedy we aliude TO il
DR. WIsTAR's BALsAM OR WILD CHERRY, prepared
by Seth w Fowle q Son. Boston
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

PRESBYTERIAN MINISTER CALLED.-At a
meeting of the Presbyterian congregation OF
this town, last Monday, Rev. j. G. Hammer,
acting as Moderator, Rev. John Squires, of
Port Deposit, Md. was called to the pastorate
by unanimous vote. Mr.. S. has been filling
the pulpit as a supply for the past six months,
and by his ability as minister and his social
qualities as citizen has greatly eudeared
himself to the membership. 1t is understood
that he will accept. A salary of 81 200 was
voted-a most liberia one for the congregation
a short time. A call has also been extended
to him from church in New Jersey, we are
informed. The purchase of manse or parson-
age was taken under advisement by the meet
ing, and the following persons were appointed
committee on the subject :--Jno. Mustard,
Edward Streets, +. V. Cooper, Miss Maggie
Mustard Miss A. f. Bewley.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

TAG New CoURT HousE.-A site for the
Yesterday by the Levy Court Ii is on 'thg
green" between the burnt hotel property and
the Office Of G. " Massey, ESQ.,, partially oc
cupied now by the Office Of 5. G. Laws IL il
owned In part by O. 8. Watson, of Milford
The price to be paid is $4,000. There il
objection 10 the action Of the Levy Court il
this purchase It Is stated that the cour
house could be erected over the County
Building for less than half the sum that i
will cost to build one on the site selected
$40, 600, IL is thought, will be expended il
this lob whereas $40, 900 would have answered
for the other site. The county is to be run Il
according to the dissatisfied parties
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

THE TIMES is published Wednesday afternoon by
JosEPH H. HoFFEcKER Editor and Proprietor at Smyrna
Delaware.
year s2Oo in advance or $3.50
paid till the end theyear. No
all paidonly at the option of the Publisher
ADVERTISEMENTS will inserted atthe rate
ine subsequent insertions rhreeand
Ahal liberal discount made to quarterly semi
nnal and yearly advertIsers
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

Ii has been decided, by Appoquinimink
Circuit, Rev. g. w. Prettyman, pastor, to
hold a .Blackbird Camp Meeting," COM
mencing about July 18th.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

Last Forever-Wire Mosquito Netting al
VIM. FAIRIES 4 Co. Call and see it.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

Cheapest place in Smyrna for Glassware is
FAIRIES Il Co.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

hundred spectators were present. The riding,
however was good. The knights" were ali
from Kent county, Nd, except Messrs
Duggan of St. Georges, and Kaneley of
Middletown.
There were FIVE tilts and three arches. The
score was as follows:
+. Duggan, knight of KILLARNEY, 332I2 Pill
q. NJ. Tayman, Knight Of Hope, 332ll-lO
Geo. Stradley, knight Of Kent, lllOO-
Geo. Dyer, knight of Demon, 3lI2l- 8
A. Reddiug, X htof Kennedyv:lle, l l B.
A. Dillibrunt, X ht of Coverdale, 1891 S
A. T. Deshane, X hit Ocean Eagle, 2 32l- 9
a. Rssin, knight of the South, 2ll2O- 6
X. Shalcross, Kit Castle Carey, 2 l 0 l.
W. A. Wilson, knight Lone Star, 3 3 3 3-lJ
B. Kaneley, K ht Locust Grove, 2223 lilo
w. A. Wilson, Knighht of the Lone Star,
took all the rings, Is, and won the fret prize,
handsome top buggy valued at 5000. The
second prize, no top buggy valued at 5000
was won by the Knight Of Killarney, +.
Duggan, who took II rings The Knight ol
Galena, G. NJ. Tayman, and the Knight Of
Locust Grove, Ben. Kaneley, having each
taken 10 rings, had another tilt. The Knight
of Galena was victorious, and won the third
prize, set of single harness, valued at $50.
The crowning ceremonies were dispensed
with, and at the conclusion of the fitting the
crowd dispersed.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

STRUCK BY LIdHTNING-A REMARKABLE
EsCAPE.-During the prevalence of the thun-
der storm on Wednesday afternoon last, the
large frame dwelling house occupied by Mr.
Burton Z. Carpenter, on the Watson farm, two
miles south of Milford, was struck by lightning
and badly wrecked. The Milford Netcs says
the weather-boards were torn off, the windows
shivered to fragments, and altogether the
building is badly damaged. Mr.. Carpenter
and his family all, fortunately, escaped serious
injury, being only slightly benumbed by the
shock. A dog lying in the porch few feet
from the door was instantly Killed.
Smyrna times., 1873-06-04

UsURY.-The danger of taking usurious
interest was illustrated in the Court at New
Castle last week by suit brought by James
Cleadan against James Webb, the endorser of
a note for $500 33 made by Lewis Il Son. Also
by suit brought by Archibald Given against
Patrick Dillon to recover $500, the face of
note made by Dillon, and endorsed by Lewis
K Son, B. c. Pierce and A. Given. The de-
fence in each case was usurious interest had
been charged, and the indorser consequently
not bound to pay. ay.-Repubiican.
Wilmington daily gazette., 1873-09-06
france end ner ,Har Debt.

The folly and miSeEy produced BY war has been
acknowledged BY every Intelligent nation since
The world began. 81 have all people in Ons way
OF another acknowledged that sin was the cause
Of the greater number Of evils that afaict mankind
And yet wan cOntinue and sihfnInss grows seem
inely even more fughtful as the word grows old.
0mittinR the friRhtful wounds with which many
Of her people 60 IimpiRg through the world and
the sorrews Aha sdiatress iataied upon widows
and orphans Ond relatives and, friends by the
dcAlh oE thousands Of her bravsst sona, Francs is
to-day pitiful object fallen from the first rank
Of nations, and compelled to submit to open con-
tnnely And pay the most exActing tribute Of mod
ern days, Bhe nov is even glad to rej0ics thai she
Is permlttsd TO be relieved from the clutches of
hsE f0Fmer Insignificant foe without further dis
hOaOr. On the 9th Of September she paid the last
installment Of her war debt TO Germany. The
willingness Aad rapidity with which this debt was
paid does not diminish the modification which it
lnAiets upon the Fpanch. In fact It only shows
how hateful q thing 1t was TO be taxed tor such a
purpose, aad this distasts was, no doubt, one OF
the main reasons Why the vast sums were raised
30 speedily. France has before this given eYi-
denee Of great capacity in this way. No loans
ever went begging for bidders in the reign of Ma
pOAsOn HI, and none sineo-sO il 10 his country
the FrenchmaR has faith in and love for. In 1869,
the year baioUs the war, France exported TO this
country S5l, 500 OOO in 1870, 5000 900; in 1871.
nearly 5000 OOO, and in 1879, 6s, 100000. Where
ever the great mass of population are indus
sriOus aad economical, and the country they OcCu
py rich aHd fertile, the power Of revival Is too
great fOE almost any prOstrstion.
Wilmington daily gazette., 1873-09-06
ta,lssfMla AAsatisn.
DEMOCRACY TRIUMPHANT-NGA GAJoRtTlEs tr'
BOTH HoUsEs-MoNoroL ROUTED

SAN Francisco, September 4.-The great
interest in the election which the dominant Is
sues have engendered stu continues, though
the result Is very generally known. The de-
tails you will get, know, by another aukb0ri-
ty, and l will therefore deal only with the re-
sulting facts which ars recognized liere.l Ot
the twenty-eight counties heard from twenty
four have given large antl-m0n0pOiy ma1ou-
ties, say averaging 70O in each county. II Is
the first time in many years that the majority
Of the members elected to each of the Houses
Of the Legislature has been Democratic, a res4lt
which will probably, secure the return OF BIT.
CaSserlY. The city also secures the election
Of Democratic Chief of Police for the first
time in several years. There is again very
strong probability of Democratic majOTities iD
other unexpected parts of the State, for alrea-
dy news Of rejOicings over victories, the figures
OF which have not yet been received. These
indications, and in fact all Others point with
assurance to the redemption of California from
railroad mOnOpOlies.
APPREHENDING FRAUD. .t fa.s..
SAN FRANCISCO. September 5.-Fraud Is
apprehended in making the final count OF the
election votes, in giving the Legislative tick
ct q Democratic majority. Large rewards
are offered for the detection of any attempt at
fraud.
The count is believed to be unnecessary
slow in some OF the wards A Vigilant watch
Is kept. Reports from the interior confirm
the complete victory of the Anti-MOnOpoly
party.
Wilmington daily gazette., 1873-09-06
PSRs0nALs.

nrA Abtahaln Lincoln l. sojOarning in Nom
tIeal., -.gt-
Tia DAnbufy NeWs man says that "partS un'
kao9As il WhGra fheY don't advertise.
MksFsoorded khue che man who OTiginatsd the
frat land grant died poor and miserabls. Was moi
TheEs are 400 slaves at onilos, East Africa,
oAstsd at from half dollar 70 % each without
Aadtag puEshasss.
vaadegollt oontsOls 2,l50 niles Of raiisoad repre-
seating S2l6, 600 900 Of securities, with q gross
lBeo@s q eA5y0O0yO00.
Ne Conservatives carry Virginia tAis fan 4 y
sal4 that =. y. +. Hunter viii Be the neH VRited
saees Seaaaog from that State.
Wilmington daily gazette., 1873-09-06

Goab1ss RkfD-Repubiican newspapers
that pasted MOsDy on the back some months
ainpe are now induiring "where is MOsby?"
a Virginia newspaper answers the question
by atadng that Sat last reports he had Just
returned home after little raid In the rear
Of the Radical administEAtion.
Wilmington daily gazette., 1873-09-06

EY0R EALE.-The store property, corner of
E Fourth and Monroes streets, u BY 40 feet. and
the fhrse+st0ry brick dwelling adjoining, on easy
terms. Apply to ...
aug 13-tf 81 Washington street.
Wilmington daily gazette., 1873-09-06
REYROLDs 4 co.,

n
SI5 Market street, Wilmington,
coNvEYANCERs. REAL RsTATE BROKERS.
ogsr the Gsllpwing very desirable properties fOr
No. l.
ModeEp bailt nsw house. EoSms, gas. bath,
heaters water closets. Ac. corner Sixth and Jener-
son streets: will 10 s6id below value.
.s.ci ,ditf sse.r1E'SSii = .xetss.ar i,s
House on Spruce street near Eighth. Just finish:
sdsSTe0me ala t-kitehen; VeTy hice will be SOLD
- - - no. l.
HandsOIaA new extension front house. with gas.
aware SVenas; vsTy dsdirablG hone, With the ad.
-- 49, > v - No, s,
best bnsnsss stands In the city wall be sold Tor
49, '''- No. 6.
Ia A. ehOlOs Market stEsst residence; water. gas.
hRah ghA AAe. &C. really delightful home, aud of
feFed vsTv low aud pn easy teEns'
A cheap pleasant and healthy village home in
NsWAsk. Del hot Alk1e3, Hew houses FO0me and
astors room. a mllIlaeEy has been sueeesstq ily
other out-buildings Inquire OF J. II. Ray, New
ark, o. at our Oaics. ssf5 #as
splsadld building lot. zsxIH f., on EEhtesnth b
street. near Waahia6tOn. This viii be profitable
lC. 2 bSy e e. ths Sas1aHS o. HS,aafSoa street
'As 's'0o u 'O''' No, q.
WashlngtOn stFest lot. 3Oxl45; west side. between
Eighth and Ninth; very ehSies' ,o
Is acres AZ W. O. CFesk bottom lands, one mile
from Newark, DEL; stone house and bafn.
No. II.
2T0I JnI0ksRa 71IGR1 +
No. l3.
lots g 9sIe ssl Sess evsnph. sOlaisr'' NOnu-
No. IA.
Hs sE0Gs "a tga.a5. yss tfgA
lots on DelswAre aVsnue. near City II. X. depot;
each 2s-28xl8 q. .s4'i BE r.. 81 45.s
t-4cH ~ sall .A-+t4 No. Nb. tt.t aa=fe l-I..F
water power Of 50 horse capacity. on the new
er1faillne White Clay Creek. q Th0mpson's Sta
yards Head race 90 yaFds tail rAea; mi On the Rail
roaA sidinx, no hauling er handling of stock. bat
load and ualead iate the mill door. thus eayiag
heavy expanss. Btfoag inducements will be Ohor.
q "a hnVNFsr9 usse eF Iia-a5fD'l ~ ~ 5s- :
1561 70 80 Eay sri NO.l7. auf,a "a ..ai
"a hotel aaaud on the Nd and Del Railroad, NJ
MaFydgl, ossellno county. Nd large new house
and bern and - acres of good lnnas A RQod OD-
port nifty 70 make money. NO Inoal opkl0n here.
An excellent grist ahd saw, min IN PsAesder
Hundred. On Ehs ChFistiaAa Hixsr. Is Test hsaA
and 1alls glgiAg 20 horse p0wa. halt mile 20 the.E
ana ID. Railroad theae-fourtha mila t0tthe p w!
aud y. RaiiFgad, ~ miles 20 Newark. "A very de-
slEabls pfOpSrfy and nov doing profitable busi-
q N'+ Mo.le. .als...l4 , G.a4
Wilmington daily gazette., 1873-09-06
EXCURSIONS.
GRAND
Steamboat Excursion
AND
CONCERT.au
COMPLIMENTARY 10 the

complimentary TO tho T--11 n
GREAT COUNCIL u. s. IMPROVED ORDER
RED MEN.
a @n The EKcuTSi0n TO Fort Delaware, and
SK1Aee A4eup the River, on the Steamer 'Felton"
viii take place on WEDNESDAY, AF-
TERNO0N. the 10Th inst Boat will leave French
St: wharf at p. m, and return betWeen and 8.
Ellingers Brass and String Band viii furnish the
music for the trip TfekeIss 90 Cents.
COMMITTEE: .,
Isaac Woodrow. Col. b. Il. Heisler. Isaac H. Thomas
The Concert by distinguished Artists, will baRiyen
in MASONIC TEMPLE. THURSDAY EVENING,
September llth. Tickets, 30 Cents, Reserved
Seats Is cents extra. sep4
Delaware Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1843-1874, 1873-01-27

CONSULTATIONS OF RELIeiOS.--There are
many who have passed the age of youth and
beauty, who have resigned the pleasures of that
smiling season; who begin TO decline In the
vale Of years, depressed in their fortunes,
stript OF their friends, and the tenderest connec
tions of life.
What resources Of solace can this world afford
them? 1t presents a dark and dreary waste
through which does not issue a single ray of
comfort Every deluslve prospect Of ambition
Is now at an end, and long experience Of maui
kind has rendered the heart almost inaccessi-
BILE to new friendships. The principal sources
OF comfort are taken away when they for whom
we labor, and who In return sweeten all the
tolls Of life, are cut off from US.
Where, then, can the soul find refuge but In
the bosom OF relgion1 There IL Is admitted 10
those prospects Of Providence and fiturity which
alone can warm and fill the heart with rapture
and joy. 1t is the only source of constant JOY,
and the only thing that can ahnrd genuine hap
piness here and hereafter.
When 10 the hour OF distress, il gives relief
when In temptation, II Is by this we resist the
attractions and temptations OF the wicked one
surmounting them and rising uiumphantly
over all our spiritual foes. 1t Is this that ena
bles man to elevate his thoughts aud affections
from the contemplation Of the sordA th.Ass u
time and sense, to the meditation OF those
which are heavenly and divine. 1t 10 religion
when friends all forsake US, aud foes prevail
that affords sweet solace aud consolation, and
assures Of the precious fact that we have an
unseen Friend that sticketh closer than broth
er. 1t is In her bark that we safely pass the
| troubled sea of life, and harbor securely in the
haven Of eternal rest. Al who espouse this
| religion will have constant, unfailing friend
and counsellor, who viii administer sweet ton
ISOLATION and comfort, TO cheer the droopui:
| srirt and to strengthen the feeble heart.
| ..palioinn t. tha chiaf ,oncarn
OF mortals here below;
May l its great importance learn.
| Its sovereign-vitas know
OttIRSt-s
Delaware Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1843-1874, 1873-01-27
For the DeIa,rare RepullicaI

The History Of Delupare.-The people OF
our State are greatly indebted TO Francis Niu-
cant, Esq, of Wilmington, for his carefully pre-
pared volume of the History Of Delaware, pub
llshed some months ago. II was the intention
Of MIR. Vincent to have published two or more
volumes, but the expense attending the collec-
ting vf material for the first volume, the COM
piling and publishing same entirely exhausted
his means. He has at this tiue, valuable ma
terlal consisting In pant, Of the original records
of our Colonial Legislatures, documents signed
by many of our early Statesmen, together with
interesting and instructive manuscript sufficient
10 make second and probably third volume.
He will be unable to publish the same without
pecunlary assistanee,-Th tair records Of the
gallant and patriotic little State, the first Of all
the States to adopt the great Magma Charter
of our liberties, should be rescued from the
dust Of age, and the oLliteratlny hand of tirie,
The people Of Delaware cannot but regard the
work of Mr.. Vincent as patriotic and praise
worthy effort o accomplish this, TO record the
important facts Of our early history, and to ele
vate the character and standing Of his State
His efforts should most assuredly receive the
favorable consideration OF the present Legisla
ture, and of the people Of the State at large
Every public library, and every family in the
commonwealth ought to own a copy of this
history. The volume already published con
tains great amount Of useful and interesting
information, and records facts with which all
Delawareans should b, familiar 1t seems tc
| be the opinion of ali. with whom have coa-
versed on the subject, that the Legislature
should, during the present Session make
an appropriation sufficient to enable Mr. Vim
cent to complete the work he had commenced
SO that our little Diamond State may have {
published histo.y of the men, and Occurrences
Of by-gone years, which certainly entitle her to
proud position among he commonwealths ol
] thisgreat confederacy.
ONE OF The PEOPLE.
st. Georges, Del, January ls, 1873.
Delaware Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1843-1874, 1873-01-27
lttIRSl's.

LI6HT SHINING IN DARKNEss.-A visitor
on some errand of kindness, enten a pas
sage in some wretched tenement In one Of our
large towns, There was All air Of squalid mis-
cry everywhere over the whole place. II was
toward evening, and the increasing darkness
added another element tf discomfort TO the
scene. His ear caught the sound of young
voice reading aloud; and, OIL reaching door,
which stood sJar, he was struck with the spec
tace which presented Itself. The furniture Of
the room was of the poorest. A hoy was busy
rea,ling to his mother; and brief attention only
was needed 10 make out that ii was the Word
of God from which he was reading. The family,
II would seem, could afford neither lamp nor
candle. Bnt there Is quick wilt where there
Is esolute will. The boy sat on one sida
Of the fire, q little sister at the other, and 4
heap Of shavings lay between and ever and
anon the tiny fingers Of the lite sister dropped
fresh supply Of shavings into the CRATE, kind
ling a fresh blaze, during which the boy seized
the opportunity, and contrived TO get another
line or two read for the edi ication Of the moth
or, who sat listening with eagerness to the truth
of God from the lips of her son.
The poor boy had learned to read at a rag
g-d-school. aud this was the usa d which he
was putting the newly acquired gin. The ylsi-
tor did not desert tile family. The boy 20,
more learning; was sent To college; distin-
guished himself In his class sses anil ultimately
came to fill station OF usefulness in The ChuI ci
of Christ, In which he could preach Christ no
to a mother only, but to inultitudes. Goo,
| seed yiel,s, not one blade only, but the ful
| corn In the ear.-Children's PGper.