davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
Chinese Merchants.

The New York Iribune's Hong Kong
correspondent gives n very uIcompli-
msntary sketch of the Chinese mer-
chant. Those who enjoy the reputa-
ton of merchants in California are, he
declares, scoundrels of the most deg
perate description who have been de-
ported from China for crimes. He
describes the means of becoming a
merchant in the Flowry Land. Two
Migrants will form a partnership and
live together at an aggregate income of
AZ cents day, half Of which sum they
save. At the end of six months they
buy a sedan-chair and procure a license.
The chances of arrest for larceny at this
stage are ten to one, but if the critical
period is successfully passed they be-
come small merchants, earning 81 or So
day. At the end of two years they
have amassed some 5000 apiece, and
then, separating, become independent.
They buy goods on credit, and by
means of cheating, swindling, black
mailing, and extortion manage to be-
come wealthy. The blackmailing proc
ess requires the cooperation of a
mandarin, who deals out justice and
pockets half the fine imposed. OF
course as the merchant becomes wealth
Ter his chance of punishment becomes
smaller, but when caught he is branded
and deported to San Francisco. This
seems to be very bad state of affairs ;
but the United States correspondent of
a Hong Kong paper might with equal
Justice translate the account and send
it back to China as graphic descrip-
ton of certain phases of American COM
mercial life.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
A MadmAn,S Freak.

When Artemus Ward was in Utica,
he says that man smashed one of his
finest wax figures because he would not
have Judas Iseariot exhibited in the
town. The incident is recalled by one
that happened at the Paris Exposition
a few days ago. In the department of
costumes there is Japanese warrior in
full uniform, seated on a stuffed horse.
The costume is real, having been in
use, and the wax head taken from life.
A young and very well dressed man had
been walking about the room looking
at historical canes and dressing gowns
of Voltaire, and studying with great at
tention the costumes of the time of
Henry ". Suddenly his eye fell upon
the Japanese warrior, and in an instant
his face underwent a change. He be-
gan to abuse the guardians, and to ask
if they had no sense of shame, no feel
ing of loyalty, no reverence for the his
tory of their country, no patriotism in
their natures. AS 4 crowd began to
gather, the young man sprang upon the
warrior, seized him 10y the throat, and
dragged him to the ground, where he
smashed the wax head with his cane.
Arrested at once, he gave his name as
Norbert de Motion. his real name by the
by, but said that he was no other than
Henri w., tie legitimate King of
France, come to visit his bon Uil6 de
Paris in disguise. He was greatly out
ragged to see himself represented in a
public exposition by such a frightful
manikin. At the station his first words
were that he was very hungry. A soup,
a roast, and glass of wine were set
before him. EAT" said a Sergent,
it will do you good" "Ah you
think it will do me good, eh?" and be-
fore any one could stop him he ran out,
chased by several policemen, but was
not caught until headed off by another
policeman upon the Pont de la Con-
corde. 1t is presumed that want of
food was the cause of this young mans
frenzy, and he is now being provided
for at the maison de Sdnte, where he
talks constantly about that frightful
statue Of Henry ~.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

Try IT.-A Tonic and Alternative
Medicine, the invigorating and regu-
lating properties of which actually
lengthen life, and add to the capacity
for its enjoyment, is within the reach
of every member of the community.
No invalid who has had recourse to
DIR. WALKERS VINEGAR BITTERs will
hesitate to concede to it these invalu-
able qualities. 1t is stomachjc and a
corrective of unrivaled efficacy, yet
being free from alcohol, it is not an &c.
citant. Its anti-biious operation is
more direct, speedy, and certain than
that OF any of the dangerous mineral
salivants, and as an aperient it gently
removes any Instructions that may
have accumulated in the lower intes-
tine, without producing either irrita-
ton or pain. In fact, it's wonderful
remedial effects are lu,accOnapdnied by
any drd,06ock. OF all medicines, it is
the most harmless and salubrious. AS
an appetizer, it is far ahead of any of
the alcoholic nostrums that momentari-
ly stimulate the palate while as a
means of renovating weak and torpid
stomach it stands alone among modern
remedies. 8
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
Cot Him On n String.

Some of those Sixth ward boys are
travelling in the broad road which lead
eth to destruction. A parcel OF them
got down on a policeman because ne
wouldn't let them play prison goai,
and thew stretched clothes line across
the alley. watched out for his coming,
and then ran down the alley and called
him far worse names than the poys Vi
ancient time called the Prophee Eiisha'
and were devoured by the bears as pun,
ishment The policeman thought ne d
arrest few of them and have that little
business nipped in the bud right then
and there. He accordingly galloped
down the alley, shouting - halt J! at
them. but when he struck the line he
changed the nature of his shout. The
line took the officer across the mouth,
sagged forward, sprang back, and the
copper was lifted off his feet and thrown
into pile of ashes, with half his teeth
rafting as he drew his breath. He
murmured great big oath and jumped
mp, thinking that two of the boys had
been holding the line, and he struck IT
again on the run. This time it caught
him under the throat, almost sawed his
head off, and then bent him over back
wards until his spinal cord was doubled
up like telescope, while all the boys
kept bowling 80, did you see him
flop ?" The officer is not on duty now.
He has porous plasters all the way up
his back, sponges his gums every half
hour with camphor, and wears red rag
around his throat. They were carrying
up some dime novels yesterday for him
to read, and the face of every Sixth
ward boy smiled like "a pumpkin be-
tween the corn hills.-Detroit Free
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
A Terrible Snake Story.

Messrs. ID S. Perkins, Joseph Straley
and John +. Steinrack, party of Chi
sago tourists, who returned yesterday
from three months trip through Park,
Summit and Grande counties, relate a
terrible snake story. They were en-
samped in Elk Head Mountains, in the
North Park. on the 10th of last Septem-
Der, when they met with misfortune
which cost one Of the party his life.
The party arrived in camp late one
night from days hunt and ramble over
the hills. After hearty supper the
party laid down in their blankets around
the fire, which had been built in the
cleft of some large size quartz rocks,
and all were soon fast asleep.
Mr.. Straley was awakened in the
night by heavy weight upon his chest.
At first he supposed it was his brothers
hand, but, rs is did not move, and be-
coming nervous and alarmed, he raised
his head, md was horritied to ind a
large mountain rattlesnake coiled upon
his chest. with his head nestled down
in the center Of the coil. 1t was nearly
daylight, but Mr. S5raley was so par
alvzed with fear that he could not make
a noise and dared not me 7ed. He re-
covered his presence of mind so far as
to be able TO draw the blankets over
his face. This movement startled
the reptile, which ghded from him to
his brother who was sleeping with him.
The snake passed from his breast to his
brothers face, when, in fatal moment,
Henry Straley raised his hand to tear it
away. There was a fierce rattle and
loud cry from the half-awakened boy,
and the monster buried its fangs in his
right hand and a second time in his
check. There was loud scream from
Henry as the poor boy jumped to his
feet, while the snake glided from the
blankets to a large flat rock near the
embers Of the fire. Mr. Jenkins fired
his revolver at it, and the second shot
brought it down.
Poor young Straley was soon suffer
ing the most intense agony. His broth
er, at his request, cut ont large portion
of the cheek in hopes that the poison
had not penetrated very deep, and
tight ligaturc was bound around the
wrist of the bitten hand. which was
bathed in cold water. But nothing the
Mortified young men could do availed
to save the poor boy. He died in less
than two hours in the most terrible
agony.-Deacer (COl.) World.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
The London Explosion.

The English magazines have not
ceased to discuss the gunpowder explo-
sion on the Regents canal. The in
vestigation into the causes which ex.
ploded five tons of blasting powder has
not reached any satisfactory results, the
only person capable of giving informa-
ton having been blown to atoms by the
explosion. 1t is generally attributable
to fash of lightning. The loss of hu.
man life was very small, compared with
the destruction of property. This was
confined to the demolition of window
names and few houses. But the area
twenty-five miles in diameter, in which
damage was sustained, has managed
already TO foot mp a bill of GOO, 900, OF
nearly 81 600, 600 gold.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
THE GREAT FAvoRrTE The popul

THE GREAT FAvoRrrE The popular
Chill Cure OF the age Composed of pure
and simple drugs, Wilhofts Tonic has long
held the highest place in the long line OF
remedies for Chills an Fever. 1t is not only
Anti Periodic but ia Anti-Panic, for it curtails
the heavy expense of doctors visits where
friendly calls are all itemizcd in the account
current. A penny saved is a penny gained
and saving il in this way adds to health and
comfort Try Wilhoft's Tonic as a certainty,
and you will never regret 1t. WHEELocK,
FISIAY & Co.. Proprietors, New Orleans.
For sale by all druggists.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

THE Cuban rebellion has now lasted
six years, and Spain appears to meet
with but little success in the attempt to
suppress il. She has lost 100,000 sol
diers, has destroyed crops to the value
of $4,000, 600 a year, and townsand
other wealth to the aggregate amount OF
$3.50, 600, 600.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

EVERY READER of this paper can re-
ceive, free, copy of the best Agri-
cultural and Family newspaper in this
country by addressing Moore's Rural
New Yorker, 70 Duane. ST., New York.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

AS ECONOMY is the order of the day,
the cheapest collar you can wear is the Elm
wood. All the edges being folded, makes it
look like linen, and the peculiar finish is 40
thoroughly persplration- proof, it will keep
clean longer than any other collar
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

SENT free, on receipt of neck and
breast measure, height. weight and price, our
(ssmple) Model 20 Shirt" Fitted by pa
tented model. Stylish and substantial. Address
Model Shirt Co, 81 South 8th-st., Philadelphia.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

- NUUpHH HABIT CURED at Home No
HkUBgH Mk Publicity. Terms modes ate. Time
nBuuEbWH short. Four years Of unparal-
w ESBEE leled success. Describe case. 400
testimonials. Address Dr. +. Is. Marsh, Quincy, Mich.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

The NORTHWESTERN hoRsE-NAIL Co. s
" Finished Nail il tue best in the world.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

Book agents read the advertisement Of II
l.. Shepard Co., Chicago.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

How TO Look Young-Sixteen.-Don' pa mt
or use vile Hair hestorers, but simply apply Ha-
gan's Magnolia Balm upon your face, neck and
hands, and use Lyons Kathai ron upon your hair.
The Balm makes your complexion pearly, soft and
freckles, tan, saliowness, ring-marks, moth-patch
es, ETC., and in place OF red, rustic face you have
the marble purity OF an exquisite belle. 1t gives
to middle age the bloom OF perpetual youth. Add
these effects to a splendid head of hair produced
by the Katharon, aud a lady has done her bess in
way of adornmeat. Brothers will have no spinster
sisters when these articles are around
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

No HOME liz perfect without Rathbone, Sard
& Co. unequaled cook and heating stoves.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

DIR. Dan1 Weaver. OF Boston, fell down a
mining shaft near Denver, 76 feet. He was terIib
bruised, l.mbs broken, and supposed to be dead.
Mexican Mustang Linment was freely used, eon-
seriousness restored, his life saved and he came
home in eight weeks. This is the most wonde rful
article for Bruises, sprains, rheumatism, Swell
ings, SPAWN Ringbone, Sores, or any flesh, bone
or muscle ailment upon man or beast, ever oiscOv-
ered. /: 10 humanity to animals. 1. has saved
much suffering and many useless Doctors bills.
1t be had for 90 cts and 81 90 per bottle in any
drug store. But beware OF countorfeits. The gen
unc IS wrapped in a fine steel-plate label, signed
&C. w Westbrook Chemist
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
The Peopie,s s,an,p OF yaIme.-rhe

The Peoples Stamp OF yaI',e.-The gov
eminent Endorsement, which legalizes the sale Of
PLANTATION BITTERs, is not the only stamp affixed
to that famous VEGETABLE TONIC. 1t bears, in ad-
oition - that official sanction, the STILL MORE
VALUABLE STAMP or PUBLIC APPROPRIATION. This
inestimable voucher of it's rare properties as a
TONIC. CONNECTIVE and ALTERATIyEis wsr q Wild o.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
The Chicago Exposition.

The best pianos aud organs at the Exposi-
ton were shown by Reed 4 Sons, OF the Tenn
pie OF Music, in beautiful Gothic building
they erected expressly for the purpose. Erich.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

A DyERTISERs Send " cents 10 GEO. 7. ROW
"a ELL CO, Al Park Row, New York, for their
Pamphlet ~ 100 pages, containing lsts OF 5000 news
papers ana estimates showing cost OF Advertising.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

THERE are $500, 900, 900 invested in
cows in the United States.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

Subscription Books %stSal s3a f;satIg
dueements 20 Agents. For terms and circulars,
address NEW WORLD PUBLISHING Co., Phila.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
An Elegant, FinGly-COIOrGd
Mapz United States Z Canada

Size 1896 INCHES. This Map was recently engraved
at great ex pfnse and is conceded by all be the
best and most accurate Railroad Map ever pub
hshed. II is handsomely put up in strong fpock'
ct form) cover ana gold at the low price OF Is cts
POSTPAID. Adsress sTEPHENES Il CO., Publish
ers, Chicago, Ill.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

WHEN wNirtNG ~, 49, s;s,lp~ENs
I'm trN OaysT
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
MASON & HAMLIN
CABINET ORGANS.

winners OF THREE HIGHEST MEDALS AND
DIPLOMA OF HONOR st VIENNA, 1873, PARIS,
1857, and in AMERICA ALWAYS De Jared by
MUSICIANS GENERALLY TO be UNRlVAbED and
INCOMPATIBLE Sold at fixed un fosm prices to
all. which are printed and tnvarlaDle
PURCHASERS OF ORGANS AXE KE-
MINDED that the temptation to dealers and
Peddlers is very strong to cal in and recommend
as best the organs OF those makers who will pay
them the largest commissions or dis
The MHsOS a. HaMLIN ORGAN CO.,
printing as they do their lowest prices, can
AFFORD TO dealers only the smallest commits
sions. This plan secures to every purchaser the
lowest price, because the dealer cannot ask more
than the Catalogue price; but IL causes many
lea ere TO do their best 20 sell other organs, SIM
ply because they get enormous discounts on them
Some organs are currently sold TO dealers at sew
enty.hve per cent. discount or at one quarter the
prices printed for them. AS rule, the poorer the
organ igher its printed price ana the greater
the discount eD IL.
The MASON a. HAMLIN ORGAN CO. are
now Offering new gtyles, with important approve
ments; and are selling not only for cash exclu-
stvely, but also ON new plans OF ca payments
running through one year or longer. Tnty also
rent new Organs with privilege OF purchase
Rent paid three Years. purchases the
Organ.
lars, which give very full Information, and are
sent free Address THE MASON a. HAMLIN
ORGAN CO., at either New York, Boston,
or Chicago.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06
STANDARD Cray Styles"
CHOCOLATE STANDARD STYLES,
1921 Saturday Evening Post, 1875

THE OLDEST LITERARY PAPER IN AMERICA
TN April last the present Editor and Proprietor
i took charge OF the POST and neither money nor
labor have been spared since 10 make II the best
Literary and Family Paper in this country. II is
now large SPACE Journal, printed on fine white
paper, Handsomely illustrated, and contains 4s
columns of the choicest reading-a larger fund OF
instruction, anu sement and entertainment than
in any other paper published. Terms for 1s75-ali
postage paid by us-One copy, four months, 81 six
months, 80; one year, So. Send Scent stamp for
Specimen copy to
IL. J. q. WALKER, Editor and Prop'r,
7x7 Walnut st Philadelphia.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

rUNHE ORIGINAL AMERICAN TEA co. will send
i you direct any quantity of Tea you require,
per U. Mail, without auy extra charge. To insure
prompt delivery, direct to the President Of the
Company, thus: "ROBERT WELLS, 43 Vesey St,
N Y, p. o. Box 1881" Agents wanted everywhere.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1874-11-06

MN BLADES FRIEND" contains articles
llllk bneeded by every Ladv-Patent Spool
Holder, Scissors Thimble, &c.-guarali-
AIN IlT teed worth 81 81. Sample Box, by mail,
NH w 50 cents. Agents wanted, PLUMB CO.,
Iu " tlOS s. 9Th street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1874-01-24
THE BEST PAPER.
TRY 1T!
4UT1FULLY ILLUS7RA TED!

ma- The SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN
now in its 29th year, enjoys the the widest
circulation of any weekly newspaper o.
the kind in the world. A new volume
commences january 3, 1874.
It's contents embrace the latest and most
interesting information pertaining to the
Industrial, Mechanical, and Scientific Prog
rcss of the World Descriptions, witt
Beautiful Engravings, Of New Inventions
New Implements, New Processes, and I'M
proved Industries of all kinds; Useful Notes
Recipes, Suggestions and Advice, by Prac
tical Writers, for WOrkmcn and Employ
crs, in all the various arts.
Thc Scientific American is the
cheapest and best illustrated weekly papel
published. Every uumhcr contains ron II
to Is original cngravngs of new machin
cry and novel inventions.
, ENGRAVlNGS, Illustrating Improve
ments, Discoveries, and Important Works
pertaining to Civil and Mechanical Engin
eerng, Milling, Mining and Mctallurgy
Records of the latest progress in the Appli
cation of Steam, Steam Engineering, Hnll
WAYS, Ship Building, Navigation, Tclc
graph Engineering, Electricity, Magnetism
Light and Heat.
! FARMERS, Mechanics. Engineers, In
vcntors; Manufactors, Chemists. Lovers I"
Science, Teachers, Clergymen. Lawyers
and People Of ali professions will find the
Scientific american useful to them. II
should have place in every Family, Lib
rary, Study, Office, and Counting Room, in
every Reading Room, College, Academy
or School.
A wears numbers contains $50 pages and
Several Hundred Engravings. Thousands
of volumes are preserved for binding and
reference. The practical receipts are wei
W. rth ten times the subscription price
TERMS SO q year by mail. Discount to
Clubs. Specimens sent free. May be had
of News Dealers;
PATENTS. In 'io S1" ~iti
the SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN, Mes'rs. Mum
& Co. are Solicitors of American and
Foreign Patents, and have the largest cs,
tablshmcnt in the world. More than fiji.
ty thousand applications have been made
for patents through their agency.
Patents arc obtained on the best terms
Models of New inventions and sketches
examined and advice free. All patents AZ,
published in the Scientific American the
week they issue. Send for Pamphlet, liz
pages, containing laws and full directions
for obtaining Patents.
Address for the Paper, or concerning
Patents, MUM Il CO., 81 Park Row, n
Y. Branch Office, cor F. and nh SITS.
Washington, ID. &. dec'l3-4w.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1874-01-24
The Adjustable Spring Bed
BARTLETT'S PATENT

T luxurious BED with only single
i ! Mattrass. For Durability, Cleanli-
dess, and Adjustment, it has no equal, 1t
adjusts itself to every move and turn OF
the body. And for ease and comfort in
sickness it has not been surpassed and
never can be. The bed is always ready
for use, and the most Comfortable, Eco
nomical and NoiScless Spring Bed in the
market. We challenge comparison with
any Spring Bed in the wide world.
We invite all to take Spring Bed ON
trial one week or ten days. If it don't
prove satisfactory We will take it away
without any cost
The undersigned having bought the sole
right and title to Frederick County, Md,
will canvass the entire county, as we think
from careful observation every family
should have one in case Of sickness. Con
scqcntl" every family should be waited on.
Therefore we wish to employ good agents.
Liberal wages will he paid for good men.
Apply to HANSON ECKER.
Rocky Ridge, Frcd'k co. Md.
Nov. 8-4mo
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1874-01-24
Ktd,.eu d Bladder Complaints,

Urinary and Womb diseases Gravel Diabetes Dropsy.
page OF Water Incontinsnce of Urine, Brights Dis
ease AibuminurIa and in all cases where there arc
brick ust de the water Ia thick cloudy mixed
with like the white Of egg thread. like
white silk or there Is morbid, dark, bilious appear
ancs and white bone dust deposits and when there
xpriokny, burning sensation when passing water, and
pain In the Small OF the Back and along the Loins
TMnnor of 12 Years. Growth
Cured by Ratl,Cay's Res0I sent.