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The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
A Story of RetrencIlmcnt,

A joke is told by Brooklyn paper
about Custom House Inspector John F.
Ames. Being q practical man, when
notified that his salary had been reduced
ten per cent, he resolved to bridge the
difficulty by retrenchment. That even
ing he held a council with Mrs. Ames,
and presented his resolution for her in
dorsement. 1t so happened that the
lady had planned to- buy new dress on
the following day, and had also deter
mined upon her choice of materials.
Mr.. Ames suggested the selection of
goods that should cost ten per cent less
than the kind decided upon. Mrs.
Ames didn't fancy that sort of economy,
so she voted "No" on the resolution,
and temporarily deferred her purchase.
The next morning Mr.. Ames' coffee
was very weak. (He has a passion for
strong Java.) 1t was barely half sweet
ened, and just tinged with skinned
milk. Mrs. Ames explained that she
was saving the cream to sell, and had re-
duced the allowance of coffee and sugar
ten per cent. The head of the house
missed his sirloin, but he got solid
round steak; "it was ten per cent.
cheaper" But the worst was to come.
After a supper served on the ten per
cent. basis, Mr.. Ames retired. He par
ticular y enjoys a soft couch, and looks
th9 picture of contentment when well
tucked in beneath plenty of bed covering.
His discontinue may be imagined when
he found the wonted feather bed re-
placed by straw mattress, and the
usual covering by blankets that "were
short at both ends" leaving his feet and
shoulders exposed. He demonstrated,
but the good lady was inexorable. She
"must economize" The next day she
exchanged her husbands last box of
Flor del Fumars for two boxes of vile
things that street gamin would turn up
his nose at. "They'n go so much fur
ther, you know" was her excuse. Then
Mr.. Ames went into an executive session
to consider the matter of retrenchment.
In what new light the subject was pre-
sented to his mind will probably never
be made public, but the executive COM
mittee himself makes the following re-
port: "My wife got the dress she
wanted, aud my board and lodging got
back to the old standard.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
The Cuban Question.

Mr.. Conover (Rep.), of Florida, pre-
sented the following resolutions in the
United States Senate, and they were
ordered to be printed and lie on the
table:
Resolved, By the Senate and House of
Representatives of the United States of
America i'll Congress assembled That
in compliance with the will of the peo-
pie, the precedents of history, the best
established principles of international
law, the precepts of Christian rule and
morality, and the requirements of the
commercial and political interests of the
United States, and taking into considera-
tion the relations existing between the
United States and Spain, and that it is
desirable that the reciprocal senti-
ments OF good understanding between
the two peoples and governments should
not be changed by reason of grave events
which for several years have taken place
In the island of Cuba, the President of
the United States be, and is authorized
and requested to declare and maintain
the strictest neutrality between the gov
ernment of Spain and the people of
Cuba !; and be it further
Resolved, That in making this declara-
ton through the usual form of pro-
clamation, and in order to protect citi-
zens of the United States, and mer-
chants and navigators in general, from
injury in any way for want of precise
and clear regulations to govern them in
this matter, the President of the United
States be, and he hereby is, authorized
and requested to place in full force and
operation the same provisions made and
enacted by the government of her ma
lesty the queen of Spain, on June II,
1861, on the occasion of the outbreak of
the civil war in the United States.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
Boy iIerOism.

The burning of the British school
ship Goliath had this good effect that it
served to show the excellence of the
system by which the boys (all of them
mere children and gathered from the
very slums of cities) had been trained.
No sooner was the fire bell rung than
every boy was at his place, says Lon
don journal, and from first to last the
order was rs perfectas if the little work
house lads had been drilled troops.
Many Instances of heroism are cited.
There was barge moored close to the
ship, aud number Of the striplings,
mostly between seven and ten years of
age, had made good their escape to her.
The flames were blowing toward them
fiercely, and some twenty or more of
the children, terrified by the heat and
almost choked by the denze smoke,
wanted to push off, but one the number.
petty officer, a mere child himself,
checked the mutiny and held the great
craft to her mooring until all who came
over that side of the vessel mad got safe
ly into her. Captain Bourchier says
that the quiet, resolute bravery of this
little fellow was tho means of saving
iuOic tnttu uuluftu lANSS ulldt "ouil'
otherwise have certainly been lost. An
other slad, named Mouling, but aptly
known among his companions as "Oap-
tain Webb" swan about in the cold
water like a great Newfoundland dog,
picking up the feeble stragglers and
helping them into shallow water. An
other jumped over the ships sido-a
height of thirty-fve feet--into the wa
ter. He struck a piece of timber and
disfgured his face so fearfully that the
captain could not recognize him. The
lad, however, being asked how he came
by his injuries, replied, with the usual
salute, that he had had ga whack on the
head, and SO went on helping his com
panions out of the WAter.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
freed by a Buck.

Old Phin, Pennsylvania hunter, tells
a great many stories of his adventures in
the woods, and loves to dwell ON the
many scrapes he has been in during his
long life as q hunter. He tells about
being treod once by wounded and re-
vengeful buck, and says it was about the
most exciting adventure he ever had. 1t
was on the borders of Wayne and Pike
counties, in the year 1921, about three
miles from the village of Hawley. He
was hunting on what is called the Pau-
pack ridge. There were three in the
party, one being the late Hon. Paul S.
Preston. Phin stood on a runway near
once an immense buck came tearing
down from the mountain and plunged
into the stream. The hunter sent a
rifle ball after him, and put it behind
his foreshoulder. The buck went down,
hut was up again in second, and turn
ed to take the back track. Phin met
him on the bank, and drawing his hunt
ing knife attacked him. The buck used
his horns and feet to such advantage
that the hunter was compelled to flee to
save his life. The deer was evidently
determined to have nothing less than
complete victory, and pursued. Phin
Skinned it up the nearest tree, and
took a position on a limb out of the
reach of the infuriated beast. He sup
posed, of course, that the buck would
finally succumb to the shot he had given
or make off into the woods. 1t did
neither, but after walking around the
tree several times lay down ON the
ground beneath it, as much as to say
that he had plenty of time and would
wait for the hunter to come down. Phin
had left his gun on the bank of the
stream. II was bitter cold, and night
was coming on. To add to the unpleas-
antness of his position it was not likely
that his companions would come that
way, as they were to meet at a place
about a mile up the creek. He knew
from experience that wounded buck
brought to bay was the worst thing in
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
A Bad Example.

A member of the Cleveland city coun.
cil-one of the city fathers-attended a
regular meeting in SO intoxicated q
condition as to fall from his seat upon
the floor soon after the opening of the
session. Later i'll the evening the in
fuence of the liquor he had drank caused
him to fall asleep in his chair, SO that
it was impossible to arouse him to
answer to his name when the roll was
called on important questions. After
the council adjourned considerable diff
Guilty was experienced in starting the
member on his homeward road.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

Mrs. Gaines arrived in Washington,
d. O., after an absence of two years, to
attend to suit pending in the supreme
court affecting the probate of a will in
New Orleans. She says she has been
engaged in litigation concerning her in
terests for forty-four years, and has
spent three fortunes. fHHG. So
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

Rochefort has been trying to start an
other newspaper in Paris. A drunken
man, arrested there recently, was found
to have in his possession letters from
Rochefort containing plan for the or
ganization of new journal to be called
the Ralliement." Rochefort was to
write for it over the signature of " La
Lanternier," giving this reason "The
law permits a transported person to
write, but not to sign. If all the world
does not recognize me the fault will not
be mine"
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

Chapped hands, face, pimples, ring
worm, saltrheum,. and other cutsneous affec-
tions cured. and rough skin made soft and
smooth, by using Juniper Tar Soap. Be care
full to get only that made by Caswell, Hazard &
Co., New York, as there are many limitations
made with common tar, all of which are worth
less.- Com.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

AT our request, Cragin & Co., Phila.,
Pa, have promised to send any of our
readers, gratis ION receipt of Is cents to
pay poatago), a sample of Dobbins'
Electric Sonp, to try. Send at once.
They make no charge for the soap, the
money exactly pays tho postage. We
would like to have all who tejt the
soap write us their honest opinion of it
Cor publication in these columns free.
Here is what two of our. friends write {:
Dear NJ. Editor Il received my
sample bar of Dobbins' Electric Soap,
and after arranging my washing accord
ing to directions, went out and asked
my neighbors in to see the result. After
fifteen minutes we took them from the
suds and rinsed them clean and pure.
1t is all we could wish. Yours, etc,
Mrs. NELLIE GRAY,
Wall Lake, Ind.
Dear EiitOr:-I, too, am n con-
vert to the merits of Dobbins' Electric
Soap. A sample bar was sent me by re-
quest, and after trials have ordered
more, and unhesitatiDgly recommend it
to all my friends. Respectfully,
Mrs. KENNEDY.
Weaverville Buncombe, Co., N. G.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

Forty years experience have tested
the virtues of DR.. Wistar's Bdlsdm of Hild
Cherry, and it now generally acknowledged to
Jung Diseases: embracing the whole range
from slight cold to a settled consumption.
We're il not for its merits, it would long since
have died. srd made no sign Fifty cents
and one dollar bottle, large bottles much the
Choaper.- Com.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

The Herald of Health says flesh meat
tends to make men bold, enterprising
and courageous, while vegetables render
men peaceful, benevolent and virtuous.
Well take little of both, please.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
A Lengthy Case,

Jarndyce vs.. Jarndyce was not an ex-
aggeration, as witness the case of Ashley
VS.. Ashley. II was begun in 1740 when
Lord Hardwicke was chancellor. It was
reported on in 1892, and slept from that
time till November 10, 1876, when il
came up before Vice. Chancellor Malins,
who ordered it to the court of appeals
for final adjudication. It was quite de-
lightful to observe that the vice-chan-
cellor wound up his Judgment on the
point before him with these refreshing
words "Tax and pay the costs of all
parties out of the funds in court"
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
A Great Offer! !

We will during the HOlida dispose of 100
PIANOS and ORGANS 9f ii t-clHss ma X ers,
inciuding WhTERS'. Al l. xer .pricCs than
ever before offered: M?n hiS ,insialmSn1s ranind
Warranted for years; secondhand In
Illustrated Catalogues mailed WarerOGUs, 4S1
Dr""a""'' HGR tcH WATERS H. SONS.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
A DIAMOND WORTH SEEING

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The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

WHEN WRITING TO ADVRRTIsRHs
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The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
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The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

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The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20

How they Live, aud Facts for the Philnn-
thropist TO oConsider---Scenes imong the
Very Destitute.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-01-20
AGENTS WANTED

To sell the Patent Eye Cups to the hundreds OF
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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-20
RAILWAYS REMEDIES.
OVARIAN TUMOR
OF TEN YEARS GROWTH
CURED BY
DR.. RAILWAYS RBMIIIBs
RADwAys REMEDIES.
/ top" had an OudJian Tamor IN the Ova
ries and BOaoels for Ten Years.

ANN ARBoR, Dec %, 1915.
DR. RADwAY THAT Others may be benefited
make this statement
have had an Ovarian Tumor In the ovaries and
bowels for ten years tried the best physicians in
this place and Others without any benefit. 1t was
growing at such rapdty that could not have lived
much longer. friend of mine induced me to try
Radways Remedies. had not much faith in them
but finally, after much de!iberation, l tried them
purchased six bottles OF the Resolveat, two box
es OF the Pills, and two bottles OF the Relief used
those without any apparent benefit. determined
to persevere. used tw I've more bottles of the Re-
solvent, two OF the Relief and two boxes Of Pills
Before they were gone had lost 25 pounds.
continued to use the medicine until was sure
that entirely cured. Itook the medicine about
five months, and during that time lost 10 pounds.
In all took three dozen bottles of the Resolvent,
six bottles Relief, and six boxes OF the Pills.
feel perfectly we'll and my heart Is full Of graf
itude to God for this help in uy great aliction, To
you, Sir, and your wonderful medicine, feel deep
ly indebted, and my prayer is that it may be as
much OF blessing to others as it has been to me.
lSignedl MRS. K. C. BIBBINs.
Mrs. Bibbins, who makes the above certificate, is
the person for whom requested You to send medi
cine in June, 1875. The medicines above stated
were bought OF me, with the exception of what was
sent TO her by you. may say that her statement
II correct without qualification.
lSgncdl L. ). LERCH
Druggist and Chemist, Ann ArbOr, Mich
This may certify that Mrs. Bibbns who makes
the above certificate, is and has been for many
years well known to U.S. and the facts therein STATED
are undoubtedly and undcnlably core ect. Any one
who knows Mrs. Bibbins will believe her statement
(Signedl REM. ID. COCKER MARY B. POND.
MARY COCKER, L. B. POND.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-20
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The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-20

physician Drs. P. L. McKinnie. A. King
berg and G. Piper were the only CON-
petititors. DR.. Piper's bid being the
lowest was accepted. He held the same
position last year and received $3.50. for
his labor, Clendennin & Martins will
furnish all medicine to be used, for l9 cents
| for each prescript:on-a saving of one
cent on each prescription over last year
Their only opposition was from Capt. g.
W. Morris, who held the position last
year.
The Concordia Germania Turn. verein.
The members of the central committee
to make arrangements for the grand
festival of the Concordian Germania Turn
Verein to be held in this city. on the Sd,
4th and 5th of june, are very busy at
present, and yesterday decided on the
line of march fer the grand torch light
procession on Saturday evening, the 3D.,
as follows:
The procession will form at Turner Hall,
at s o'clock, and march east on Wells
street to Spring street; south on Spring to
Main; west on Main TO Bell; south on Bell
to Illinois; west on Illinois to Pitts; south
on Pitts to Henry; east en- Henry to
oalter; south on Salter to Ann; west on
Ann to White; south on White to Park
east on Park to Rodman Avenue; north
on the avenue to Wells; then east on
Wells to the hall where the procession
will disband.
This line ct march IS nearly three miles
IN length, and all who live on the line
and all who feel an interest in the sue
cess OF the festival are requested to assist
IN illuminating the streets on that evening.
The procession will be accompanied By
bands of music.
On Sunday, the 4th, the Turner's will
form in procession at O'Clock in the
morning, at Turner Hail. and march, with
out music or other public demonstrations.
west on Wells sire ct to Rodman Avenue:
south on the avenue to Main street. ard
thence west on that street to the festiya!
grounds near the old quilt factory.
On Monday morning they will again
form at the hall and march west
on Wells street to Rcdman avenue;
thence south to Henry street; thence
east to Spring; north to Main; west
to Bell; south to Illinois; west to First;
north to Division west to Wittick: nortt
again to Main, and thence to the festival
grounds.
About 1000 Turner's from abroad are
Iexpected to be present. and it is hoped the
weather will be favorable for the occasion
The committee has also conferred with
the managers Of the Rockford and Chicago
roads in regard to running trains between
this city, Rock Island aud Davenport
The former road has agreed to run trair
of three coaches from the ferry landing a
Rock Island to this city for $50 for thu
round trip, the society to charge and collec
the fare.
The Chicago road will run three coaches
from Davenport and return for $40 tn,
round trip.
The Western Union road has also agreed
to reduce the fare oDe-half between thi
city and Freeport, provided so round tril
tickets are sold.
With these offers, and the hearty en-
dorsement which the committee is receiv
ing from Cur most prominent men here
i. the festival will be a grand success.
The committee will meet again a
Turner Hall. on next Monday evening, t
make further arrangements for the &C
] ccsiap
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-20
FRAUDS IN THE CUSTOM
HOUSE.
How the People are Robbed.

WASHINGTON. May 2O.-The committee
on federal affairs in Louisiana, to-day,
continued the examination Of q. W.
Ferguson. He said that in September
and October 1872, General Sypher, Re-
publican ex-member of congress gave him
a bundle Of pay rolls and asked witness to
sign them with any names he chose He
filled up and signed about fifty or sixty of
these vouchers and returned them to
Sypher, who took them away and returned
with package with money. paying him a
salary of 500, and giving him some money
to give to others whose names he had
signed. The money paid witness was not
his salary for he was not then in the Gust ON
house.
Sypher gave witness money for eight ol
ten persons The vouchers were in blank
when signed and the amounts were all put
in afterwards.
The committee will meet in New Orleans
oD the 9th inst.
The daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1873-1877, 1876-05-20
THE ORDER OF ANCIENT HIBER.
MANS,
THE CATHOLIC CHURcH REFUSES Tc
RECOGNIZE 1T,
And Gives No Countenance to the MOLLY
Maguires."

New YORK, May 2O.-At meeting OF
Catholic societies, last night, to arrange
for attending the laying of the corner
stone of the Paulist Fathers new church
the absence of the Ancient Order oil
Hibernians being commented upon, Father
Young explained that he had been com.
PEELED by an order from Vicar Genera
Quinn to retract the invitation to that or
der.
Several Ancient Hibernians asked fol
the Vicar Generals reasons.
Father Kearney replied that the Vicar
General had determined to drive the or
der beyond the pale Of the Church until i
establishes chapcls in connection with it.
meeting places. like all other Catholi
bodies, and discards mysterious signs ant
passwords.