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Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10

The following gives the mean aver
age of speed attained on some of the
principal railway lines having termini
in London: Great Western, 81 miles
per hour; London, Brig hton and South
Coast, 454 miles Great Northern, As.
miles ; London, Chatham and Dover,
a. miles; Southeastern, 49, miles
Northwestern, AZ miles Midland, All
miles Southwestern, 40! miles; Great
Eastern 81! miles. General average on
the nine roads, 43! miles per hour.
These averages, arrived ut by taking
the speed GU different parts Of each
company's line, arc not applicable to
certain portions of the lines where OK
press trains are numerous and usually
run faster. For example, on the Great
Northern limo between London and
Peterboro, nearly all the trains run
at speed of over 50 miles an hour,
and an average for that part of
the line would, therefore, yield a much
higher figure than 453 miles an hour.
On the Great Western line trains runs
from Paddington to Swindon, a dis
lance of TT miles, i'll hour and q
minutes, or the rate of 534 miles per
hour. This is probably the fastest
running time INDUCED in any where III
tho kingdom. Such speed, barring
stoppages would bring Edinburgh
within Y hours of London, instead of
the present 81 hours, which, when first
introduced, was looked upon as mar
velous travelling Tho Southern Com
pany mako u short run of &c, miles,
from TurLbridge to Ashton, in 81 min
utes, q rate of 5l4 miles per hour, and
the Great Northern runs from London
to Peterboro, ~. miles, in an hour and
II half, or at the rate OF 81 miles an
hour. The average Of tho fastest
speed attained Oh tho nine lines
above mentioned is At; miles per hour.
Tho Exeter and West of England ex-
press Of the Great Western Company
runs the entire disance between Lon
don and Exeter, 1914 miles, in Il hours,
includ ng three stoppagcs, or about 40
miles an hour. The Scotch express OF
the Great Northwestern Company
performs the journey between London
and Edinburgh, a distance of 400 miles,
i'll 81 hours, including six stoppages Of
some duration, an average of ~ miles
an hour. The London and Northwest
ern Conpany's "limitcd mail" also
travels from London to Glasgow, dis
lance in 4;4 miles, in II hours and 70
minutes, an average of 30 miles an
h"nr. The examples Of running fifty
niles and upward without stopping
are numerous. The Continental
trains of the London, Chatham and
Dove, line run from Herne Hill to DO.
yer, ~ miles, without stopping, and
the southeastern, between Cannon
street AMI Dover, IS. miles. The
Great Western trains run from Pad
'lington to Swindon, II! miles, without
stopping, and the Great Northern from
London to Pet crboro, and from Gran
than to York, 7G. and 81. miles re-
sprctivrIy, while the London and
Northwestern Compnmy's Irish malls
run from. Chester to HoIyheat, n dis
tance of 854 miles. occupying two
hours and seven minutes. The latter
is the longest run without stoppagcs
on record.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10

POETIC READINGS are to be feature
of the wateriugplaces this summer,
and readers Ot both sexes are already
prutlcring their services for public reel
tnt,onS.
LYDIA MuEKy, the female cab-driver
of London, was recently fined tor last
driving.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10

For midsummer journeying, Il dress
which separates at the waist, thereby
permitting tho use OF linen blouses, Ia
on every account most desirable. For
cooler wear, one of tho new redingote
polonaises of gray lie baizc, with a
black skirt, is the most scrviccablc
suit. The rcdingote is very long
garment, fitting the figure behind, and
being lOuDlc-breasted and loose, or
half fitting in front, rs choice or ,,eces
s,ty dictates. It is closed in front by
double row of large buttons-moul,l
covered with the material or silk-auG
has large square pockets, square cuffs,
and coat-collar either of tho same.
black silk, or silk the color Of the polo
naise. A plain two-iucll hem edges it,
and it is topped behind, and left open
halfway down the front. 1t covers the
skirt SO much that IN old one will
answer exceIlently, thereby saving u
good one for u more important Occa-
sion.
Linen busters are not only convo-
nient but necessary to comfort in d
Journey of more than few hours.
They are made either with skirt and
l'alf-tittlng sacquc, which can be slip.
ped over tue dress (and we think this
the most convenient form), or in a
loose, gown-likc garment, covering
the dress to within 4 few inches Of the
bottom, AMI provided will, sleeves tIl,t
draw round the hand with an elastic.
Buff linen collars and cuffs are used
especially for car wear, and do not
show soil 80 soon as white but for
long trips We recommend paper cuffs
and collars, which urc now nude in
pretty shapes for lAdics, .nd cun be 40
readily ,r''*w."l that the wearrr need
never look otherwise than fresh and
neat.
TIE will of Lucy Osgood, of Med
ford, Mass, just pr"latc,l, leaves &c..
600 t." Harvard College, the interest ",.
which, after the death OF certain of her
relatives. ~ to be used for buying
books for the library.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10
At the Garden (;atc.

Somebody camo to the garden gate,
While a soft hand trimmed tho finw"r.;
And blackbird p:ped to his listening mate,
In a language a. rich us ours.
Somebody blushed at tho garden gate
A blush 1t was fair to see;
And the sly sun pccred he fain would vat,
And the blackLird paused on the tl.'.
Somebody spoke at the garden gate,
As the shadows began to fall:
Aud the rose looked ny, though the hoHr was
late,
And the peach blusbed pi : X on the wall.
A ewcet head fell ut the garden gate,
On III, arm that was strong and tue:
Ard chirrup Of bps wnA heard to stat
What words refused to do.
HnssrH's No1azinr:
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10

john BKlaHT is said to value the
gold headed cane bcQueathel to him
10y Abraham Lincoln for his active de-
fr,Sr of the United States during the
rebellion, beyond any OF the presents
and testimonials he has received from
his numerous admirers and friends.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10
Brain ExhamstiOn...ItS Treatment and
CUcC.

DIR. Radcliffe, in the last of his
Croonian lectures, very acutely and
thoroughly treats the subject Of brain
exhaustion, so common in these high
pressure days. After describing the
leading symptoms, such IA loss Of
memory, depression Of spirits, in
creased or lcsscncl slcepincss, unusual
irritability, epileptiform condition Of
tho nerves, and sometimes transitory
coma, he proceeds to consider Its pre-
vrntion and cure. He is opposed to
urging the patient to cat heartily, be.
licving that hearty eating in such cases
tends to devclopo the disease. He
is equally opposed to the traia-
ing diet system and to Banting, Which,
in his opinion, generally starve the
nerve tissues Ivy excluding hyJrocar-
bous from food. He further thinks
that the patient should not be urged
to work more than is natural under
tho circumstances, nor to rest from
head work, as lie is satisfied that in
many cases cerebral exhaustion is i'll
trnsitic,l 10y the brain lying fall"w. Ii
there is undue slcrplcssness, the head
should liz low GU the pillow ii undue
slecpiuess, it should he kept high.
Work should not be- given up, but
moderated in amount and varied. He
would avoid all n"strulns, such as
phosphate food and the like.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10
The Fastest Speed On English Railways.

W. H. 11U IINEDI,
Member Sd Congressional Dist. Cal.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1873-07-10
THE MOIDOCS.

The WMrx'aU~.tt 10y Wrongful Acts Of
White NDGM.
The following letter from member
from California explains itself, and
puts quite a new piasc OH the Moloc
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

EErA YOUNG lawyer lately concluded
his argument in case of damages for iu-
jury done by the defendants pigs with the
following burst: IF, gentlemen of the jury,
the defendants pigs are permitted to rolm
at large over the fair folds of my ellen
with IMMUNITY, then-yes, then, indeed,
have our institutions been made in vain
The opposite counsel SAID, You can score
oDo for that
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

ssg-'WILL you have some Strawberries 2
asked lady Of guest. yes, madam, yes,
| eat strawberries with enthusiasm Do
tell ? Well, we havn't anything but cream
and sugar for 'om this evening" said the
matter.of- fact hostess.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

ESrA NEGRO once said in prayer meet
lag, 'Bredren, when was boy L took a
Ratchet aud went into the woods. When
found tree dat was straight, and big, and
solid, didn't touch dat tree; but When
founS one leaning little, soon had him
down. So when de debit goes after Chris.
IiaDs, be DONE touch dem dat stand strait BIT
and true, but dem dat lean litnc aud are
boiler inside
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24
EDUCATIONAL.
HAnrDrx SDNrY Courses.

ENUE next session Of this Seminary Of learn
4 ing Will commence on Thur sday, Septem-
Der 4th, 1873
Hampden sidney is situated in Prince Edward
County. Va, within few hundred yards of
Union Theological Seminary, aud seven miles
from Farmvilie the nearest depot of the Atlantic
Mississippi and Ohio Railroad The locality of
the College is most healthy, and the community
around distinguished tor intelligence and piety
There u no Grammar or Preparatory school
connected with the College Ii retains the cur
riculum ana the great aim OF its teachers is TO
secure thorouEhnrss in the training and instruc
ton OF their pupils and thus to prepare them for
professional studies or the active duties Of life
The ordinary expenses of student exclusive
Of the cost OF clothing travelling and books, are
from S225 TO S215 year.
ply TO
REV. NJ. p. ATKINSON,
President Homp'len Sidney CoI}eqc,
Prince Edicard COunty, Va.
July Is, 1878.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

GS HEINE said Of the elder DUMAS =
His head is an inn whore good ideas often
enter, but where they never remain over
night Very often it is quite empty.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24
Terms for Scholastic Year:
NOTICE

TIE Etm n KuYKENnAIL & SHFErz
has tbi, day teen dissolved Is mutual con-
sent l. j. SuEETz becoming purchaser
of their entire stock odd fixtures
The B1rbe and papers r. the late firm
viii be found a't od House aud inme-
diato settlement willie tGuircd Tosave
costs payments must De made promptly, a.
Indulgence c1uHoi BE- girw
JAMES SUEE1Z.
WI a. KUYKESDALL
August 1t, 1879 is
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

TT Gun young ladies' are never behind
the HONS but the fashions are very
much behind tho young ladies'.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24
WIT AND TIUNIOR.
EFT TIE most difficult kind of govern
ment-That of the tongue.

EE fred, said young man, walking
up Main street the other day, after listen
ing to his wonderful story, do you know
why you are like harp struck by light.
ming z No. says Fred Il give it up
Because harp struck by lightning is d
blasted Tyre.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24
1850 carr:
w. T. BRETT, UNIVERSITY OF VA.
T T II S I e e S:

D. R. MsSE,LL, Esq J W ,INS,SS.K II, Esq
TINE SECOND SESSION begins 18th September,
4 1873 closes third week in June 1874
This is an English, Classical aud MathomRti-
cal School for Boys and prepares them thorough
~ and carefully, either for entering advanced
classes in our best Universities for prosecuting
their studies in tie learned professions
New Buildings have been erected, specially
adapted to School purposes, and supplied with
every modern convenience rs forms, carpets,
racks, &c. To the Scientific apparatus already
provided, liberal additions will be made as re-
quired. No pnns or expense will be spared TO
supply every reasonable facility for acquiring a
thorough Classical and Mathematical training,
on terms rs low as can be afforded in a School
OF this grade.
The course Of study gives special prominence
10 proficiency in the English language hut ein
braces all the subjects Of "A Collegiate currcu
lum in addition TO which arrangements have
been made for competent instruction in vocal
music without extra charge.
Every recitation will be carefully graded with
reference to 100 for a perfect lesson and Month.
" Reports, based upon these and the monthly
Examinations, will be sent TO parents aud guar.
dams impariially stating class standing, pro.
gress, department, &c.
BoARDsRs will be accommodated ia the family
Of the Principal with every attention 10 comfort
and health No pupil of vicious habits will be
pline is generous and firm, appealing rather to
The pupil sense Of honor and self respect than
TO his fear Of punishment B0arders are expect
"a every Sabbath morning 90 attend the Princ.
pals Bible Class, and the public services Of one
Of the Churches in Noorefeid
IHE PUfSCTAL congmiuatcs The friends Of The
School upon having secured the services as as-
s0ciate, OF Prof. " Z BRgTT. q distinguished
graduate OF the University OF Virginia, VITO has
aimed cu.itb's rcpltl ton iu his profession.
washington amt Lec University,
in appreciation Of the merits of this school has
conferred upon ita PRIZE SCHOLARSHIP to Le
awarded, by the Pinciual, 10 the best pupil. and
entities him % tuition in al the departments VI
shat great Institution free of charge.
Terms for Scholastic Year:
TuuoS ia Classical Department $50 90
Higher English, 30 @.
Primary 80 JJ
Board iu Principals Family, exclusive oil
Washing and Lights. : l0-in good private IN.
miles somewhat lcss. Payable hair on admis-
sinn-balf lst Of February, l714. Discount Of
ten per cent on tuition To- more than one from
same family. Address,
IT J.. HOOVER,
Nooy,fe'l, Hordy Coua,y, w. Va
. July e, 1873.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24


EV SOME time since lady called upon
celebrated foreign oculist to consult him
about her eyes, complaining that her pow
or of vision had of late considerably dimir.
ished. At glance the doctor saw that she
was a lady of rank and wealth. He looked
at her eyes, shook his head, and thought
the treatment would require much time, as
there were reasons TO fear amaurosis in her
case. He must advise her, first of all, as
she had Informed him that she was residing
at n considerable distance in the country, to
move into the city at once, and thus ena-
bic him to see her frequently-if possible
daily. The lady then rented an elegant
mansion, moved into the city, and the ply
stefan was punctual in his attendance. He
prescribed this and that, and thus days
ran into weeks and weeks into months -
The cure, however, was still coming. The
physician tried to console her. One day
the patient hit upon q curious scheme, and
she did not wait long to carry it out. She
procured for herself very old and poor
attire, put hood of tremendous size mp
or her head, took an old umbrella and @
market basket in her hand, and 10 these
habiliments she visited her physician, Sc
Letting for her purpose q rainy day. She
bad so we'll succeeded in distoriiDg and dis
guising herself that the eyes even of 10.
yer could scarcely have recognized her She
was obliged to wait long time in the an
tc-room of the physician, with many others
who like her we're seeking relief At last
her turn came. well, my good woman,
what have you to complain Of 2 VERY
weak eyes, DOCTOR, she answered lie
took her to the light and looked into her
eyes, but failed to racogcze his patient
Struggling his shoulders he said, your
eyes arc oil right Nhat| said She
Yes, know what | am saying. But /
have been told was getting al forgot
how IL is called. Amaurosis p Yes
that is il, doctor Don you believe any
such nonsense. Yourcyes area little weak,
but that IS a.l. Your doctor IS on ass -
An --' Yae, 40 ass! Tel him boldly
fba, said so' The lady DOW arose, ao5
in her customary voice said, you ore my
doctor don't sou know me ?
EgAs lady wac viewing herself 10 O
mirror she s,il to her daughter, Wb,.
would you give o. be as handsome as am.
Just o. MUCH replied Tie daughter q.
you would give to be as young as an.
E5-AH economical bridal pairot S .rjoe-
field, Mo-, pariook Of their wedding fsas,
composed Of smoked herring, ctackcrs aud
cheese, spread out on tho head Of barrel
A mcddIosome crowd around the door wa.
dispersed by The bride, who exclaimed, ~
'Wbafn thunder you looking Of you darn
fools ?
ssTJosH BumNos divided tho human
race into three classes Those who thios
tits so, those who think it isn't So. and those
who don't care whether IL is 50 or not.
EETHE man who lives on bread and
molasscs will escape the gout-but be will
lic at last ike other folks
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24
Hardy High School.
MOOrefield. West Va.
PRIN GIPAL:

III. Il. HOOVER, College aud ,iT o.
University ofYa.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24
Il. Il. SHEETZ,

ArmslroDg Corner, opposito C0ur, house.
Romuey, Sept. 10, 1878.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

sG-JosH BIMNGs divided tho human
race into three classes Those who thios
tits so, those who think it ism SO, and those
who don't care whether IL is 50 or not.
EF-THE man who lives on bread and
molasscs will escape the gout-but be will
die at last like other folks
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24
Uohiugf0a and Lee Tnircyjty,

iu appreciation Of the merits Of this school. has
conferred upon 20 y PRIZE SCHOLARSHIP to Do
awarded, by the Priucual, 10 the best pupil and
entities him % tuition in ail the departments VI
chat great ins'ituton free of charge
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

D. r. MCNEIL, Esq J. W. INSKEEP, Esq
J. G. HARNESS, :" ISAAC HUTTON. !"
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

Witness as to Hams -samI. L. Flournoy.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1873-10-24

A RE made by IRA HART, AZ Clarksburg
N West Va These articles are sold on better
terms, and are really superior TO any articles Of
similar class made East
Further information may he had " applying
at this Office. Feb IL, ls7O.-tf
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1873-10-13

and known M "rha chr,,ttan Congress, and have ~
membership constituted OF depuh i,sncs sItnated In
Branch Society OF the Evangelical atiea tbronehous
New-York and the local auxiliary so> ~
the United States. ...a.
DIR. schenck In supporting his resolutions n.a. ocs
Rowland Hill when asked by man. vi. a succeed
preacher butno pastor, why he met with 20 tf nnInt
answered that he preached butt0Dhole, not ring
the week. We wish TO be able 10 show substsn -
results from this gathering.
The Rev. Bishop Cummings Of Kentucky seconded tho
resolutions delegate rose TO inquire why the
posed meeting should be called "The Christian Con-
gress" instead OF the American Session Of the Evan
gelcal Alliance"
After discussion by DR.. McCosh Dr. John Hall. DR..
Coke aud Dr. Gillette name suggested by Dr. Hall
was accepted by Dr. Schenck and embodied In the ro-
report, which, as amended. read: ResotDed. That
this biennial meeting shall be styled and known AZ
'The Biennial Meeting Of the Evangelical Alliance or
the United States OF America" DIR. McCosh once moro
to propose motion, which he knew would be car
red by acclamation We have passed many resolutions
Of thanks this afternoon he said but two gentlemen
have been overlooked. who deserve more thanks than
all the rest put together. DR.. Schaf Continued ap
pause crossed the again and again He has
been unwearied in his lsbors. No other person In
America could have done what has There Is another
who two years ago did much. careful Observer
BY reclamation let give q hearty vote Of thanks TO
DIT Schaff and DR.. Prime" The audience responded
with an enthusiasm which gave opportunity and left
no occasion for putting the other side Some 800 had
appended their to the roll Of members before ad
Iournment, and many more were added subsequently.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1873-10-13
say that In tho the heads OF the peopo VI "
land religion q stranger. -
The Rev. Dr. Irenmus Prime made the closing ADDRESS
REMARKS OF THE REV. DIR. g. IRENEUS
PRIME


The labor which has been devolved on the
ocers Of the u s. Alliance in making the preparations
for and in conducting che Conference IL known 10 no
one better myself We have anticipated the as
sembling OF Conference with intense interest ana
and have spent weeks and months aud years IN
perfectng those arrangements (which have now tner
final and we hope, satisfactory accomplishment.
Twice the time flied for the Conference was unavoid-
ably postponed, and these disappointments greatly
dampened our spirits and discouraged our Efforts But
we did the could. We sent out our Invitation
into all the earth: and It's remotest parts responded.
Those who the most do with the preparations are
the most sensible Of our shortcomings We know the
want perfect accommodation for each one OF the tens
OF thousands who pressed at the doors OF every
house We have opened for assemblies. Gladly would
we have taken them all assemblies We have heard
complaints from some that they could not have seats
secured And those who had secured seats have com
planned that they could not always get them But the
thrOngs have been 30 great and 30 far beyond te ex
pecatOu OF any one that Inconvenience must DC
suffered How small has that Inconvenience 6een com,
pared with the honor and privilege and pressing on
being permitted TO stand for hour in the midst
Of the greatest and noblest Convention OF the useet
Christ that assembled upon tns c0hIihent
Its memory will be JOY 10 US long alter W. ns9 IN
gotten the discOmforts and tolls that nave attenusu
There some abOrers IN this service TO whom tanks
ara emneny due; they are several committees the
active working men In them, VINO nave nad cha vi ' 20
esfs the railroad aud finance committees and Others
all of whom have wrought hard aud long ana au ne,o
warrant yonr TO these indefatgable men your
thanks are due These ushers whose duties have Deen
tbeoogy who have gratuitously given their services
that they might contribute TO your com1ort WINE tney
themselves should now and then get "ord Vi "iSuoi
and knowledge from your lips. ,,, . ,ouo
We have all tried to do our duty wherein we nsso
failed temper and courtesy. in the MIDST Oh
able difficulties of handling such Immense asselhpnes.
i'm so many places and the same time, we hulhpy
beg your forgiveness. When our turn comes 70 nave
Conference again, we will avail ourselves Oh present
experience and do iC far better than now; 49,, ,,.
hano IN have
Conference II IL had cost the life OF any OF u.s. Ine
sacrifice would have been small. But we nave an useo
and are stronger wiser. and we hope DeCter IOr ene
work From this mount OF service ana privilege we
shalI 90 down to tho Masters work refreshed anu
duickened, to do end die where and wnen We arc
called
The audience then joined IN singing PRAISE God from
whom all blessings fow" after which benediction was
pronounced by the Rev. DR.. Green OF Canada.