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Rocky Mountain husbandman. [volume] (Diamond City, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1876-08-17
VISITING.

There are three essentials which must be
understood and acted ON before visits and
visiting will ever fulfil the ideal of the pleas
ure they ought to be and to give. First,
nothing must be done for parade or show.
No matter how rich a man may be, if he sets
On his dinner-table one thing, either to be
eaten or looked at, simply for show, it is a
challenge and an offcnse. OF course, no.
body is so absurd as to maintain that the
rich must make dinners of herbs because
the poor cannot afford stalled oxen. A very
feast of good things, both for the eye and
the palate, can be set out without any at
tempt at Or any suggestion of mere parade
or display There are plenty of WAYS in
which q man may advertise his wealth, if he
likes, without doing it in his hospitality.
To do it there, or even seem to do it there,
is the very essence of vulgarity and real in
hospitality. To avoid, by every possible
device and by the utmost tact, the bare sug-
gestion that the guest is the recipient, and
not the conferrer OF favors is the first princi-
pie of entertainment. TO ask a man to your
house and treat him as if he were inspector
- HAASo - VIC uSiAN VIA 1S a PlCCC vi
very coarse stupidity /; and to make a very
great difference between the way you live
when you are alone, and the way you live
when you have friends under your roof, is
surely a direct way of injuring ones own
self respect, of casting an unpleasant reflec-
ton on ones own personal standard of
taste.
The second essential of the ideal visit and
visiting is, that the host, not the guest, set
limit to the visit. There is so false a notion
in this country On this point that it almost
seemsa as if it must spring out OF a national
lack OF directness and sincerity. Everybody
knows when he asks a friend to his house,
how long he wants him to stay. There may
be fifty reasons combining to make him
very glad of a visit three days long, and
very much Inconvenience by one longer.
Honest people should find no difficulty in
saying this and honest people take no of
tense at hearing it. This does away with all
possibility OF misconstruction on either side,
with all uncertainties as to welcome, with all
fears of intrusion.
A third essential of ideal visits and visit
ing is that there be on the part of the host
no strained effort to entertain or amuse the
guest, on the part of the guest, III expecta-
ton of being amused or entertained. Sim
ply to meet for the interchange OF good viii
and cordiality, the usual current oflite going
on undisturbed, the habits of the family re-
naming unchanged-that is the true social
visit. The man who knows how to 6 drop
in - of an evening, draw his chair up toyour
hearth as if it were his own and fall into the
evening routine of the household as if he
were Q member of it-how welcome he al
ways is /! The mar who comes to stay under
your roof for a season, and who, without be-
ing intrusive or familiar, makes you feel that
Rocky Mountain husbandman. [volume] (Diamond City, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1876-08-17

sir, you get my idea.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13

ITlHE COOKING STOVES manufactured at OuI
works in Greensboro, N. c., give universal
satisfaction wherever introduced. They are made
of the BEST SCOTCH PIG METAL, with heav-
ier and thicker plate than any other Stove in tho
market, and consequently will the longer with
stand heat and hard usage. They are of hand
some pattern and neat finish, and warranted equal
in the United States while tits confidently claimed
that they are the CHEAPEST. All the usual
pieces of ware and cooking utensils are furnished
with each Stove. An important consideration
with purchasers ia the fact that our patterns and
sizes are never changed. Should piece get acci-
dentally broken at any time, we can replace 1t at
the mere cost Of casting. Not simply because it
is home production but on account OF Its intrin-
sic merits as an article of household economy, do
we ask the patronage Of home purchasers. More
than ONE THOUSAND Of these Stoves are now
in use, and among many others having them we
respectfully refer to the following: r. E. Guthrie
D. M. Campbell, M. n. Currence, York county !;
Mrs. Elizabeth J. Wylie, Chester; D. A. Gordon,
Guthriesville; John A. Brown, Rock Hill; B. P.
Boyd Joseph Herndon, L. M. Grist, Yorkville.
You can save the freight from the northern cities
and the dealers profit, which is no small item,
STOVE THAT rs MORE DURABLE than those
Of northern make. The following are our prices
delivered at depot in Greensboro:
No with 70 pieces ware and feet pipe sse 90 90
Address, SERGEANT & MccAULEY,
Greensboro. N. C..
T. M. DOBSON & CO., Agents, Yorkville, g. O.
JOHN r. LONDON, Agent, Rock Hill, 8. G.
A. F. LINDSAY, Agent, Lowrysville, Ches-
j. L. CARROLL, Agent at Chester.s. G.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Our Premium List.

We have not the space to describe separately,
and in the terms they deserve, all the elegant ar
ticles we offer as Premiums for clubs. Besides
those specially described below. we offer treble
siver-plated Butter Knife. worth 81 hildstreole
slver.p plated Gilt Cup, worth 50; hard rubber SOL
id oval-handle Knives and Forks worth $5 per
set; treble silver plated Tea Spoons worth IS per
dozen; treble silver-plated Syrup Cup, worth Is Is
each solid cast steel oval-handle Table Knives,
worth s. per dozen; treble silver-plated Castor
and five Bottles, worth 50; treble silver plated
Table Spoons, worth $l2 per dozen treble silver
plated Table Forks, worth $12 per dozen; treble
slverpated Cake Basket worth Sl2 extrs t1s sn 81
ver-plated blades, worth $l7 per dozen. These
articles are of the best quality manufactured, and
are rated in our schedule at manufacturers regu-
lar retail prices. For number Of subscribers to
secure any one Of the Premiums, see Premium
List at bottom Of Prospectus. Let all remem-
Der that our premium offer Is not restricted to
simply one article and one of each the specified
clubs but to the contrary, the opportunity to Sc
cure any number of Premiums is open to all.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
PUBLISHERS ANNOUNCEMENT.
Notice to Club. Makers.

It is not necessary that the names Of a club
should all be at the same post office. Names may
be taken at any number Of places II they are all
returned by the same Club Agent. One name
for two years. Twill be equivalent to two names for
one year each.
The time for completing club Is not limited !;
but names, with the cash, should be forwarded as
rapidly as obtained. No Premium will be de-
Hvered until the requisite number of names has
been returned and the full amount due for them
paid.
We will be responsible for the safe transmission
of money only when sent by draft, registered let
ter, or money order drawn on the Yorkville
post-ofhce. Wei prefer that no money be sent us
by express unless the amount exceeds $25 and In
every case the express charges must be prepaid.
The.receipt of the paper will be sufficient evil
dence that we have received the subscription
price; but should parties fail to receive the paper
subscribed for in reasonable time, they should
notify u.s. giving full particulars, with the amount
of money enclosed, names, post-ofice, &C., that
we may ascertain where the fault lies.
All subscriptions must be forwarded to us at
the expense of those sending them.
In sending names, write plainly, giving coun-
ty, post-off1ce and State.
All subscriptions will be discontinued atthe ex-
piration Of the time paid for. 49, .
Under the present postal laws, we are required
to prepay postage on all papers sent to our sub
law remains in force, without additional charge to
the subscriber. r.
Persons entitled to receive Premiums, must
give full directions as to whom and how they
shall be delivered. ,,..
The club-maker may commence sending in
names at any time and subsequently determine
upon the Premium, or Premiums he will select; !;
but ne Premium will be delivered unless the re-
quisite number of names be SENT which must be
paid for in advance.
separate list will be kept for each club-maker,
who will be credited with every name sent, 80
that the number returned by any person can be
ascertained at moments notice.
After names shall have been entered on our
club books to the credit Of any club-maker, they
will not be transferred to the list Of another.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Sewing Machine Premium.

The superior Sewing Machine we offer as Premium, Is
the welfnoHn Weed Machine and 10 manufactured by the
Weed Sewing Machine Company, Hartford, Conn., II Is adapt
ed to all the wants of family sewing II can be readily
and ali Kinds of sewing with less changing and fewer extra at
tachments is seadjustng; twohread marhne making
an Elastic Lock Stitch stands solid and hm WIN long ana
Several of these Machines during the past have
delivered who have returned the requisite OF
To secure this valuable Pcmium Tor any other that
nav oar Is not required that the names be sent IN at
one time Send the Names accompanied With the CASH. aat
vom nrcure them and when the complement Of
Ia made which need not restricted to the same e
Premium viii be promptly delivered may be directed
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
the OTHER DEPARTMENTS.

In addition to the above features, Rev. Mr.. La
THAN will continue his regular contributions to
nartment" which, under his management for the
past six years. have been an important attraction;
and with the usual melange of Miscell ellaneous
Reading adapted to all tastes; the Agricultural
formation for the farmer and housewife; acolumn
of humorous Reading every week; "Scraps and
Facts" embracing light current topics "a compend
of the News abroad and at Home; Correspon-
dence; Commercial and Market Reports Edito-
rial Articles upon appropriate subjects, intended
to promote the prosperity and welfare of our
people, we hope to make the ENQUIRER replete
as an entertaining and instructive Family Journal
TERMS OF SuBscRPT1oN-FREE OF POSTAGE
Single copy one year, $500. In clubs, each sub.
scriber per year, $3.50. Money may be forward
ed at our risk by draft, post-ofice order or regis
tered letter-otherwise we will assume no risk.
Write names plainly, giving post.ofice, county
and State. Address all letters to
L. M. GRIsT, Publisher, Yorkville, s. G.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Mnmurpns department.
AVAILABLE OPINION.

He was long man with painfully thin
legs. There was general appearance about
him as of man hsnkering for the calm SOL
itude Of Jail. He went into Main street
saloon, and shambling up to the bar, said:
Gimme whiskey."
The bar-keeper filed the order promptly.
While he was returning the decanter to its
place, the long man emptied the glass, and
! then backing up to the stove, spread his coat
tails with lis hands, ard proceeded to enjoy
the general warmth.
"Here you p sung our the bar-keeper; ff-
teen cents to pay"
"Grant had it two terms, and that's enough"
said the long man. ....
"Tain't enough to settle for that drink" :"
said the bar-keeper, "and now you ante"
"There's Blaine with his amnesty bill, but
that won't help him" " confined lifelong man.
ut won't help you to pay for that drink" !"
said the bar-keeper, beginning to get mad.
"Come down with the stamps"
"Morton's financial record is bad, an that
knocks him" said the long man, not needing
the interruption.
"It ANITA circumstance to the way I'll
knock you," if you don't pool down for that
glass of whiskey," exclaimed the bar'keeper,
angrily;
"Tilden has done big things, but he don't
stand no sight," said the long man.
II guess be stands as much sight as do Of
getting my pay" retorted the bar-keeper.
"Charles Francis Adams would run well if
things worked right" said the long man.
"Oh, cheese that !" said the bar-keeper,
wrathully.
"Rag-baby Aliens chances amt worth q
cuss," said the long man.
"He's worth a darned sight more'n you"
broke in the bar-keeper. "What in thunder
are you trying to get through your miserable
carcass ?"
"What am trying to get through mep
inquired the long man. 49,
"That's what / sale" replied the bar-keeper.
"Why JUS this" said the long man: "Take
Grant an Blaine an Morton an Tilden an
Adams an Allen an the hull kerboodle of
'em, an don't believe there is one Of 'em
would ask me to pay for that glass of whis-
key" -
The bar-keeper reached swiftly over and
grabbed glass. There was dingy.looking
streak across the shop, marking the course Of
the long man. The glass crashed against the
wall about six feet from the floor, just where
the head of the long man with the thin legs
should have been. But it wasn't there. Its
owner had vanished. d.-Rockland Courier.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
&eadiaa Tar the Sabbath.
CONDUCTED BY
REV. ROBERT LATHAM.
ADMIRAL HOPE AND THE SWEARER.

Admiral Hopes Christian 6rmness, in re.
buking swearing and improper language when
uttered in his presence, In familiar to many.
Not many years back g. gentleman in Lon
don omnibus was using very violent language,
swearing and taking the name of Christ in
vain, when be was quickly rebuked and re-
quested to desist by an elderly gentleman sit
ting opposite. The first named having re.
sented the interference, the old officer added,
"Well, sir, am extremely sorry you, resent
my words, simply requesting you to forbear
insulting very dear and precious name
which 1 honor and love; and I can only say
that if you are dead to all feeling or consid-
GRAFTON of common courtesy, and will persist
in using the language you have done, you will
compel me to do that which l shall be sorry
to be obliged to do."
Upon this the angry man broke out afresh
and de6ed him, when the admiral stopped the
omnibus and got out, the other watching him,
expecting that he would call policeman
but seeing him walk quietly away, he remark
ed to another passenger about his imperti.
nence, when the person whom he addressed
asked if he knew who it was that had been
induced to demonstrate with him. He replied
mo; nor do care, except that he was very
impertinent for threatening me in that way"
The other remarked that be was mistaken, for
there had been no threat, but meek and
courteous remonstrance; that the man was a
most kind and benevolent man and gallant
officer, who was quite incapable of mean
act. 'ss'' -
"What right had he to threaten mef Did
be not say he would do something if l did not
desisti" said the other.
"Yes," replied the gentleman; "but that
was no idle threat, and he did what he said he
would be obliged to do" Il
"And what was that9" asked the angry
man.
"Why, get out and walk, which his age and
in6rmities would hardly allow him to do, for
he spends great part of bis income in sue
coring the afflicted and the destitute, and he
would not like to throw away sixpence."
"You don't mean to say that was what he
meant?" asked the angry man. "What is
his name?"
II am quite positive it was all he meant
replied the other; "and his name is Admiral
Hope-a true.hearted Christian man"
The angry man looked puzzled, thoughtful,
and at last cried out, "God forgive me! What
fool have been! Give me his address, in
case should miss him" He stopped the ON
nibus and jumped out to seek his faithful re-
proven, adding that he hoped it would make
a new man of him, for he never should forget
the lesson to the last day Of his life This
anecdote was related by the gentleman him
self, who became humble follower of the
Lord Jesus, but who has since gone to rest,
trusting only in that blessed name which he
had so blaspheped and lightly spoken of.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13

s9r A writer in the Florida Agriculturist
SAYS that kerosene will relieve the irritation
occasioned by poison from ivy in forty min
utes, and eradicate the poison entirely in as
many hours. With the point Of the finger or
a soft brush rub small portion of the oil
over the places where the eruption appears,
repeating the application three or four times
q day. Relief from the itching will be al
most immediate and the cure certain and
speedy. Other cutaneous diseases, he adds,
such as ring.worm, itch and the lighter type
of letter, can be cured by the same treat
ment, and the minutest drop of kerosene will
kill bedbugs quicker than lightning.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Smiths Bible Dictionary.

This Dictionary the work Of DR.. William Smith, Of hs
University Of London and the most eminent
seventy distinguished dvnes and authors Of both Europe
this country n great task Of preparing DC
onary of he Bible and supplying want long felt by the res
ous public The result of these abo appeared In hree
and very costly volumes, wonderful monument o. learning at n
Smith himse ID the one we have arranged TO fanh our sub
scrbes The book contains every in the Bible respecting
which anything be sad 1t embraces the resuu OF noe
research ANTIQUARIAN investigation the study of languages and
dialects and the discoveries Of the modern travellers and eIpo
rers in the Holy LandRobinson Rawiinson Ferguson, Lay
tvne plates on GOOD paper and appropriately illustrated with
over I25 Engravng Of beautiful seene, Ancient Ges and
Memorable Places of the Holy Land descriptive Tas hno
column octave pages including "a eleaan. pass Steel and
Wood Engravings It spnted In type Of heavy Ssncs ano
very esibie face The publishers price Of the Dictionary
See prospectus for the liberal offer we make with this
valnabe publicaIon as a Premium for clubs.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Webster,s Dictionaries.

WEBsTER,s UNABRIDGED.-The most valuable secular
book in the English language Websters Unabridged Dicton-
any, It Is an extensive Art Gallery, containing over three
thousand engavlngs, representing animals insect"
aes, edition. which We give premium, has also four pages
of chromac usaons representing in their proper co,oi
he Haos and coats of arms Of different nations The DIE
tionay ID vast library Attending information Of every descp
ion. Resides irving the ,na
Hstoca Geographical, Greek Lan and French namss and
gives variety of statistical information. regarded oy
majority Of English speaking people .s the standard aunon
pendIum of human knowledge In our language.
WEBsTRR's PICTORIAL NATIONAL DlCTloNAkY'
This edition of Websters Dictionary has bean prepared ex
presy for the benefit those who cuvang English com
position on broad scae and are desirous TO gain an e1ac
tnoedpe of our ready command OF l various
forms of expression BY thebera offer we make any student
or other Young desiring an Invaluable oook
secure either Of the above volumes.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
A Cash Present.

In addition to the liberal Premiums we offer for
clubs, we will also make CASH PRESENT OF
FIFTY DOLLARS to the club-maker who
shall send us the largest list of subscribers to the
YoRKv1LLE ENQUIRER by the first Monday No
vemher, 1875. This Present is not to be mistaken
as premium for the largest club; but 1t will be
given as q bonus in ADDITION to the Premiums
offered. Correct lists will be kept Of all names
sent to us. and the award will be fairly made at
l2o'clock, M, of the first Monday Of November,
1878. All names to be entered on the list must be
paid in advance at the regular club rates of year.
" subscription.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13

A FULL DEscR1PT1oN.-A resident of
Detroit Lost fine rooster from his coop the
other day, and believing that some one in the
neighborhood stole it, the case was given to q
detective. The officer hasn't found the chick
en- vet. but is on trail With the following
description: "About foot high; broad
across the back one squint eye; walks very
fast full weight; spots on the body always
at home nights not very social good.sized
feet fond Of going off by himself to sit down
and think"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Our Cooking Stove Premium.

saSS ss szi se H h
with heavier and thicker plate than any other stove In the
market and consequently will the longer withstand heat and
hard They are Of pattern anS nsa' ann @
peor cooking qualities any Stove manufactured in the
Onion The stove have selected to give az Premium 10 ne
be furnished without CHARGE three joints and one elbow OF pipe
and ali te necessary cooking utensils viz one ham boiler one
onS irving pan one round gdde pair wae irons
iron bread pans scraper and one LITTER Oyer five
EAHp of are In In Virginia and Norm and
Co,ona and fhev live universal satisfaction. The stoves will
he shipped to those entitled receive them Premiums direct
from the manufactory In Greensboro, NC
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
No Competition.

Club-makers and those who may wish to form clubs should
bear In mind that the offers here present do not Invite com
peon for Premiums In Of working TO secure the
LARGEST CLUE Each cubmaker sending the requisite number
of subscribers will obtain the Premium offered for the pecined
number There Is limit to the time when the club mus
be completed Send the fast obtalned
with the cash. and the Premium will be delivered when the
must in ali cases. accompany the Of subscriber for
Warded,
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Our Silver Ware and Cutlery Premiums.

With the very liberal offer which enabled to MAKE
beautifully furnished table within the reach OF almost eV
ladies avail themselves they may secre with but ltue ouce
vuabe Of Silver Those articles are Eaae OI a,es Us Sew
YORK and are warranted to of the best treble Silver Pate
The reputation the Meden Cutlery Company ben
also highly established for the exceency and superior
fnIsh Of the Goods they manufacture.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Our Premium Tea Set.

We feel sure this elegant Premium consisting Of a1 pieces Of
Silver Ware viz Coffee Pot, two Tea Pots, Crramel gu.
Obtain H. The pieces ali of beautiful uniform patter new
stye with raised or embossed figure work They are not tne
foundation bang white metal not to show even wnen as
heavy silver coating chance to be worn % On 10 y.s sn
Premiums are made by Lucius Hart Conpa
nv, No % Fulton street, New York City. Price $oo'
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13

The BEST GAIT THE HORSE HAS Is THE
FAST WALK.-A slow walking horse is an
abomination. If you ride or drive him he
exhausts your patience. If he is used to
plow or harrow, or go on the road, he mopes
along at snail's pace. He does only about
half the work of the rapid walker. If time
is money, you make money because you save
time, by having horse that walks fast.
Breeders should pay attention to this matter.
In selecting a stallion to breed from, by all
means select one that can walk fast. A slow
walking stallion will be likely to beget slow
walking colts while the stallion that has a
long, rapid, spirited stride will be likely to
beget colts with q similar action. Then there
is a great deal in breeding to horse with
spirit and ambition. These cold-blooded
horses will beget cold.blooded colts. The
nearer you can approach the thoroug hbred,
even for obtaining fast walker, the better.
There is game there, and spirit, and endu'
rance, and stamina, and style. There are
the neat, bony heads, the prominent eyes, the
small ears, the capacious nostrils, the large
lungs and chests, the well-developed muscle,
the bones as dense as ivory. Breed large,
fine mares to thoroughbred horses, and you
will get colts that you will not be ashamed
to have your friends see.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1876-04-13
Tbree.ouart Communion Set.

Churches unsupped with Communion Set appropriate to
the requirements Of the sacred rite Of administering the tord
Supper can by Premium anEemen secure nns seue W
tie trouble and comparatively, cost The number OF sno
schbes required In secure this valuable ana
Vice be in almost any conggaon and the mem
be who may be called upon to contribute the snare
the expense will receive In return more than he Vaue Oh ~
contribu ton In years subscription to the paper.