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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Harvey Bigham was brutally murder
ed near Blanchester, Ohio, Friday even
ing, by Charles Brunk, aged nineteen,
who accepted, an invitation of Bigham
to ride home in the latter's wagon
When out Of town some distance Brunk
drew a revolver and shot Bigham
through the head. 1t Is supposed the
motive was robbery. Brunk was arrest
ed SATURDAY..
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Tom Stillman has been indefatigable
in his endeavors to procure cannon for
our Centennial cele bration, and at last
has been successful. The "boomer"
will be here in day or two.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Preaching at the NJ. E. Church next
Sabbath, by the Pastor, at 10l A. NJ
Snbiect-Christianity tested by its re-
sults. Enqnirers after truth, and the
public generally, are cordially invited to
attend
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Mr.. Blaine is rapidly recovering from
the snnstroke which Frustrated him on
Sunday last. His physicians have tele
graphed his many friends in Cincinnati
that he will be as sound as ever in few
weeks
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

A correspondent entered an Office and
accuse! the compo-ltor of not having
punctnatei his communicating, when
the typo earnestly replied: IN not
,,cip..r- IN, a setter
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

The Fourth Quarterly Meeting of the
Somerset circuit NJ. E. Church will be
held at Somerset at 102 A. NJ, on Sat-
urday, June Oath, and continue over the
Sabbath. Rev. T. II. Hall, P. E., is
expected to be present.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

We learn that Mr.. Dilts, of Della
ware, will succeed Mr. Kelso as Super
intendent Of our Public Schools.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Albert Smith 3 literary signature, "a.
s." was once shown to Douglas Jerrold,
at which the wit remarked. "Ah, that's
a fellow who never tells more than two
thirds of the truth"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Melvin are visiting re-
latives and friends in this place and vi
cinity.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

The weather for the past few days has
been good for the corn, but it has been
hard on paper collars and fat people.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Somerset Church directory.


LUTHERAN.
West Main street. Services every Sunday at
i0l5 A. NJ. Sunday School A. bi, Rev y. NJ
Wiseman Pastor.
CATHOLIC.
South Columbus street. Mass az aud 40 a.
NJ. Vespers r. u. Rev y. H. Noon, Pastor,
METHODIST.
East Main street. Services al 1Oiz a. NJ M.
Sabbath school a. N. Rev. J, NuuLaw,
Pastor.
REFORMED.
East Main street. Ser ices az tOiS o'clock a.
II, and Jpn. Sabbath School az ~. Efy
u N LnncLa. InsInr.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Pleasant and Profitable Employ

Pleasant and Profitable Employ
ment. t." Beautiful" Charming" "Oh,
how lovely !" what are they worth ?'
&c. Such are exclamations by those
who see the large, elegant New Chromos
produced by the European and AmeTi
can Chrome Publishing Co. They are
all perfect Gems Of Art No one can
resist the temptation 10 buy when see =.
ing the Chromos. Canvasser-, Agents,
and ladies and gentlemen out of EN-.
ployment, will find this the best open
ing ever offered TO make money. For
full particulars, send stamp for confid-
entail circular. Address +. GLEASON
& Co, 738 Washington ST., Boston,
Mass. l9m3
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Real Estate for Sale

rINHE premises known as the Brewery
l. property, in Somerset Ohio, formerly bc
longing To George Hooker, VIII be sold ON favor
able terms.
Persons wishing 10 purchase viii call ou W
T.. Finck. Somerset Ohio.
sept. l.. ISIS. %
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

The best remedy for hard times known
IL to circulate your cash. An excellent
opportunity is offered at Curran's.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Are the most
effective and
cOngenlal pur
gativc ever dis
covered They
are mild, but
eHectual IN
their opera
tiOn, moving
the bo wells
surely an ti
without pain
Although gen
/ tie in their OPP
Grafton, they
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

A great slaughter in prices, on all
kinds of goods at Curran's.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

MARRIED-On the 9Th inst, by the
Rev. ID. M. Weisman. Mt his residence
in Somerset. Ohio, Isaac Clumm and
Miss Martha Drum.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
A New Restaurant.
SOL. LEWIS,

have on hand fine stock Of fine imported
liquors, such as Bourbon Whisky, Rye " hiaky
BerlineT kummel W hisky, Gin, Holland tin,
London Gin, Brandies, Kun, and Wines Of the
nnest grades that can be bad. Milwaukee Lager
Beer, 40 cents gallon, six glasses for 25 cents.
Cigars. Fresh Oysters received very day.
Z5In3 SOL. LEVI.
September Il, 1873.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Avoid Cold ana Wet Feet.
Western Land Owners

"tStcEH LhHu ONHfTb
Willing to trade for lands in this sec.
tion of Ohio. will do well 10 inform me
by mail, or otherwise.
have several farms TO exchange for
Western lands and some ready cash.
Also, Western lands and ready cash
to exchange for real estate in this sec
tion of Ohio.
desire to increase both my list OF
Western lands and lands in this section
ready for fair exchange.
MARTIN KAGAY,
30 Real Estate Agent.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

We learn that the prospect for fine
WELD OF grapes il this locality is very
promising
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Change of Firm.

Having disposed Of my interest in the
Meat Shop and the bntchering business
to Lou. Knllman & Bro, am desir-
Gus Of closing my books, and to that
end, respectfully requst all who know
themselves indebted to me TO call and
make settlement at their earliest con-
venience. Without further notice, all
such accounts remaining unpaid by the
lat of February 1876, will be placed in
the hands of an ofiirer for collection.
GEORGE KULLMAS.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

The ''dance question" is assuming
poTtentous import in the deliberations
of the P. c. G. o.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

CANE-ING done on short notice, in the
most approved manner, cheap at Cur
rams.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Early potatoes will come up missing,
if shower is not forthcoming pretty
soon
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

"Cr. j. lie name of new sta
tion c.. ...,. Stony Creek railroad. All
dead Ids" are expected TO get off at
this station.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Societies,

l. o. o.. n.
Somerset Lodge \ o. 352 meets at Odd Fellow q
Hall, every Saturday evening nt b O'Clock.
NO. &c y. a a. N.
Somerset Lodge No. %, r. and A. NJ, meets
ut their hall, on Wednesdays, preceding tue
full moon Of each month.
ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER no, O..
+. A. NJ. meets at Masonic Hail. ON the Mon-
day preceding the full moon Of each month.
Companions in good standing are cordially iuvi-
tadtO attend.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Fresh Beef!

UNIl undersigned having fitted up thp tuar-
i mcnt Of the Clerks once, ia q convenient
manner, now occupies the same us "a Alca. usr-
ket. The public are respectfully notified that !
am prepared to Accommodate them az ull times
with choice Beef etc. at reasonable prces.
II is my aim to offer my customers the BEST
in my line the market affords. Give NC call.
April -, 1873. jos EPH ATT
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Men are earning $40. to Sl2O, per
week. selling
OUR COUNTRY AND ITS RESOCR
GES

Complete in the thrilling history Of 100
eventfnl years also of the great "Exhi-
bitinn, grand in description of our
mighty resources in agriculture, com
merce, minerals. manufactures, natural
wonders, curiosities. ETC., all richly IL
lustrated. a "Centnry" Map and
Bird '=-Eye View" free Sells marvel
lnusly fast. 1000 more agents wanted
quickly for this and onr standard "Life
Of Livingstone" 10000 already sold,
also new Bible, 1000 iIlnst Has no
equal For extra terms write to II L B.
BARD BROS, Pubs, l44 w. 4th ST..
Cincinnati, O. 4w
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

You will find Maple Sugar and Mo
lnsses at Headquarters.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

are stili the most thorough and search
ing cathartic medicine that can be
employed: cleansing the stomach ana
bowels, and even the blood. In small
doses OF one pin a day, they stimulate
the digestive organs and promote Wig
orous health.
AYERS PILLS have been known Tor
more than a quarter OF century, ana
have obtained a worldwide reputation
for their virtues. They correct dis
eased action in the several assimlla-
tive organs Of the body, and are 50
composed that distractions within
their range can rarely withstand OF
eyade them. Not only do they cure
the everyday complaints Of every
body, but also formidable and danger
Gus diseases that have bafiled the best
OF human skill. While they produce
powerful effects, they are, at the same
time. the safest and best physic Tor
children. BY their apcrieut action
they gripe much less than the common
purgativcs. and never give pain when
the bowels are not inhamcd. They
reach the vital fountains Of the bl0odi
and strengthen the system by freeing
it from the clements Of weakness.
Adapted to all ages and conditions
in all climates, containing neither
calomel nor any dclcterious drug,
these pills may he taken with safety
by anybody. Their sugar-couting pre-
serves them ever fresh and makes
them pleasant to take; while being
purely vegetable, no harm can arise
nom their use In amy quantity.
PREPARED ny
Or. J. C. AVER L CO., Lowell, hass.,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

The reason that people go to Walker
& Russell for Boots and Shoes: Because
they deal exclusively in that line, and
of course can sell cheaper.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Walker & Russell have on hand au
assortment Of Kip and Stoga Boots Of
their own make, warranted 10 give sat
isfaction. Call and procure a pair.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

A dispatch from Salt Lake SAYS:
There has been quite an emigration
of Mormons to Arizona during the
past winter and spring. While on their
way to these Arizona settlements on the
24th of this month President Wells and
seven men were upset while crossing a
ferry Of the Colorado River. and BiSh-
op Ronadv one ofthe party, was drown
sI
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
NEW MILLINERY
AND
FANCY GOODS.

Grateful to the public for
the liberal patronage be-
StOzced upon me, I have
the pleasure of Offering
the Re1OeSt and most fa-
UOrite styles Of Spring and
Summer Hats, BO11netS,
Ribbons, DC, and q choice
and select Uariety of Fan
cy Goods, which I will sell
cheaper than can be puT-
chased in any other eSta6-
IiShnae7at in Perry county.
H9= Give me call, in Mathews
bnilding. 1t door. east side North CO.
lumbus Street.
JENNIE RUDOLPH.
April :, 1876. 52m3
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
June 9th, 1876.
Somerset Planning Mill.


Bowman, Johnson & MautZ.
We have ahont 125.OOO feet Of Pine
and Poplar Lnmber, which we will
sell very low for cash Any one build-
ing and getting lumber every day or
two, we give short time; but retailing
must ne cash before it leaves the yard.
We have TO pay cash for lumber and we
can't afford to trust it ont.
We therefore, give the people due no
tiee, and let them govern themselves &C.
cordingly.
BOWMAN, JOHNSON & MAUrz.
3w9
Soap, Soap, SoaP,-warranted to have
no gold in it! Permission given TO re-
turn soap and gold, if found, to Skin
ner & Bro.
Buckle plow shoes, whole stock, $2
per pair. AT the Peoples Store.
Matthies G. Co.'S.
Just received new stock of Boots 4
Shoes, of all descriptions at
52w6 j. W. GRAVES.
Hamilton is selling a woman's sewed
goat shoe, good style, for -.
Pictures frames OF ali kinds at +. G
Matthies & Co.'S.
Brushes, Brushes, Brushes,-all kinds
at Skinner 5 new drug store.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Cathartic Prls.

For all the purposes OF a Family Phyaic
and for curing CoatiwemeaH, Jnumdtces
IndiReation, Foul Stomach, Breath
Headache, Erysipelaa, hhouma-
tiam, Eruptiona and Skin Diaoanoai
BiliouaneAa, Dropays Iumprar
Worms, Neuralgia nm a Dtn-
ner PHI, for purifying the Hood
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
BUSINESs DIRECTORY.

COUNCIL.
r. J. Hi.sirr, J. !. Lawyer, Nathan DoGL
Marshal; =. l.. Moore.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
SAVE MONEY !

by sending S475 for any S4 Magazine
and THE WEEKLY TRIBUNE regular
price So, or s. IS fur The Magazine and
THE SEMT-WEEKLY TRIBUNE .re-
gular price So. Adrdess
THE TRIBUNE, New York
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Central House,
IhOHsElViiIe, ..
S. RoUsCULP, PnopuiEron.


Excellent accommodation. ai.d.,, ron-anauIt
ILLS. Good +talliBg attached.
Univ 2. IL. D. Y
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Hamilton is selling woman's sewed
goat shoe, good style, for -.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Brushes, Brushes, Brushes,-all kind
at Skinner 5 new drug store.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Or. J. C. AVER L CO., Lowell, nass.,
Practical ana Analytical Chemists.
SOLD By All DBuoorsTs EVERYWHERE
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

\ fine LOT of mems and boys shoes, of
the latest style, just received by Walker
* Russell.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Just received new stock of Boots &
Shoes of all desert ptions at
52w6 j. W. GRAVES.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Pictures frames OF ali kinds at 7. {
Matthies & Co.'S
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
Thornville Business Directory
CHURCHES.
CORPORATION OFFICERS.

German Reform; Rev. g. w. Hoyman, PASTE
Lutheran; Rev. r.. A. Becker, Pastor.
Methodist Rev. y. II. Beery, Pastor.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Go to SINNERS Drug store, il you
wish to get nice patterns of Wall paper
and Wrndow-curtains. They sell for
cash only. 40
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Buckle plow shoes, whole stock, 3
per pair, at the Peoples Store.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

s~CUTTING done to order a. reas-
sonabIe rates, and ALL GOODS
BOUGHT At THIS ESTA BLLSH-
MENT CUT INTO GARMENTS
FREE OF CHARGE.
Nov. II, 1875. 81
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

So will buy Il No. clock at p. q.
Matthies & Co.'S.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Great bargains at Graves Boot & Shoe
Store 52we
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

OF Town Hail, Somerset, Ohiu, adopted
by the Council April 2Glh, 1870.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16
200 ACRES

OF good timber land for sale, in 4, or
more. equal and undivided share, cost
ing only
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

Wall Paper only s cents per bolt g.
SINNERS new Drug Store. so.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-16

as down payment, will cover the entire
cost to the purchaser, il certain other
conditions are fulfilled
Evening star., 1876-09-01
"YOUR CANDIDATEI CANNOT BE IS
SeHm0nr-O OncA Mora

NEW YORK, Sept. L-Governor Seymour,
In an interview with q reporter at his resi-
dence In Utica last night, said: have done
everything In my power to prevent my NOM
fDation being made, and while / appreciate
the honor my friends would besIow upon me,
must say now that the same reasons for
refusal TO accept this nomination which
then existed still exist ] have this morn
ing received q letter from DIR. Churchill, one
any mental or physical effort, and declaring
that the acceptance of this or any other pub
lie position would be detrimental, IL ft did
not prevent my ultimate recovery. In view
OF these facts, IL will be impossible for me to
accept the nomination, and / 30 informed
the gentlemen from Saratoga who waited
upon me this morning requesting my ac-
ceptance. i cannot see how Mr.. Faulkner
could have been misled into making the
statement he 10 reported TO have made. 1t
may be that what really said has been
misconstraed. There are q number OF good
men In our ranks who are eminently quail
ned TO I'LL the position OF governor. The
nomination now rests with the state execu-
tive committee, which In friendly TO Cover
nor Tflden, and who Will, no doubt, select
one OF the number who Will conciliate all
interests.
Seymour sticks 90 H.
NEW YORK, Sept LA special 10 the Post
Seynlour's determination not to permit the
use Of bis name as the democratic candidate
or governor. He says this morning that he
will listen to no more gentlemen who wish
To urge The nomination upon him, no matter
who they are. He has been made sick by the
interviews and excitement Of the last two
days.
Evening star., 1876-09-01
A Prize Fight Murder.

DEATH.
The steamer which left Philadelphis Wed
neeuay night with the rugilists WheetOn
and walker and their friends, effected a
landing on the New Jersey shore A ring
was formed near Penn's Grove, N. J., and
the nght was commence. It is SAID the
sheriff made an effort 10 interfere, but was
restrained by the mob. After q stubborn
night OF 62 rounds Wheedon was declared the
victor. The sheriff notified the crowd that
be would follow the principals and such OF
their abettors as he could recognize To Phil
aoelphia, and prosecute them 70 the fun ex-
Upon the receipt OF q telegram in Phila-
delphia from Sheriff Helm, OF salem county,
y. J., 70 arrest the principals In the prize
rected the lieutenant OF the police tug 10 De
on the lookout for them, and Also stationed
omcers along the river front 10 await the
landing OF the parties. The tug came across
the boat containing the roughs who mad wit
messed the fight, and the officers sescned the
same, but were unable % IND the princi-
pas Psis. ~ seems tnst sfter the gang had left
Penns Grove they seired two small boats
and put the principals ABOARD. Wheed on, it
is said, was landed at Chester aud escaped.
Esrly last evening the dead body OF Walker
was found at Salt wharf, Greenwich Point.
The news was conveyed 10 police headQuar-
ters, and an investigation disclosed the fact
That q batteau containing three men was
seen about the wharf. and IL is suspected
lnat The parties In IL placed the body ashore.
The police are makiSg every effort ~ md
the parties, as wei as Wheedon. the bark-
the light. Wheedon. wherever he is, is said
10 be badly cut up. The dead body of Walker
was removeu 10 mis- fathers residence, on
South ID street II presents a horri sight
the face and neck being battered ana swollen
out OF all proportion.
A young man who aided In bringing
Walkers body 20 Philadelphia appeared at
police headquarters late last evening. lie
said after the tight Walker was laid on q
table In the ring and everyone deserted him;
that be hailed party In boat about pull
Ing OF and got them 20 assist him 10 placing
Walker on board. Walker was insensible
at the time and remained so mp 10 the time
OF bis death, which occurred when halfway
up 10 the city.
Evening star., 1876-09-01
FORREST FIRES In PENNSYLVANIA
Great Alarm ArnOpg the Farmers.

HoNEsDA LIE, Pa, Sept. 1.-The woods are
burning fiercely on all sides OF this place
localities In the county have grown to such
proportions as to create great alarm among
farmers and the Inhabitants of small vii
lagee. Men are now lighting the fire on the
is SO dense that the sun Is almost hiddeo
during the cay. In Clinton township, ten
miles from here, the farmers are fighting the
IRE in large bodies, the flames having ap-
preached dangerously near TO several farms.
The Moosic mountains are abiaze for miles,
and vast quantities OF timber, railroad ties,
bark etc, have been destroyed. From all
Gus rfers in this region come reports OF de-
structive mountain fires. There has been
but one rain In all this section since the 4th
OF July. Streams, springs and wells never
before known 10 fail, are dry. The Delaware
and LAckawana rivers are IA inches below
the lowest recorded low water mark, and
that was In 1886. Rain, copious and proloug-
ed, In the only thing that can prevent still
greater destruction and suffering.
Evening star., 1876-09-01

THE SIOUX COMMISSION have arrived at
Chey enne. A courier who left Crook and
Terry on the Goth at the mouth of Powder
river has arrived at Fort Fetterman. and
states that the troops had struck q trail es-
timated at one thousand ponies. The indi-
destitute OF food, and were reduced to the
necessity of feeding ON raw hides. General
Crook expected to strike Sutting Bull In a
few days. A dispatch received at Omaha
from Sidney, Neb, says the driver of the
pony express which brougb the mails to
tbat place from North Desdwood reports
that the Indians killed fifteen men near that
post on Sunday last
Evening star., 1876-09-01

A WIDOWS CNCoNTRoLLABLE GRIEF
Ofcer jarvis brought TO the ninth suo- pre-
cinct station, yesterday afternoon, a " oman
whom be bad found sitting on her husbands
the officer when he endesvorcd TO induce her
TO leave the grounds that she would never
Quilt the spot alive and that she was prepared
TO starve 10 death. She gave her name at the
station as Mary Read, snd said she lived In
Newark, n. j. She furthermore declared her
intention OF committing suicide and joining
her "Carl." The woman is a German, and
is evidently crazeo with grief At the loss OF
her husband. III her friends do not claim her
she will have TO be sent TO Flatbush asylum.
fBf ocklya AT0ts, 3lsf tIh.
Evening star., 1876-09-01

MORTALITY OF COAL sroCK.-A gentle
man well posted on canal affairs tells as
that there now only about 800 horses and
mules employed In towing boats on the
q boat In prosperous times the average is
about i've and a-hslf, or tue number
OF stock about 5000. Last yesr the
mortality among mules was very great,
and fully 100 are said 70 have died.
The deaths so far this year have been
about 200, and Will probably amount 70 800
before the season is over. BDatmen are
working with rs little stock as possi BILE, and
this decrease OF force makes The work ee-
pecially hard on small teams CIaberidHd
ND Aue0r1tdu.
Evening star., 1876-09-01

OUR COAST LISEs--Few persons not IA
Pacific ocean boundary OF the United States
has greater extent of coast line than the
Atlantic shore. The aggregate OF our shore
line on the Pacific IL l2.73s miles, whilst on
the Atlantic IL is ii SO miles, and on the
Gulfof Mexico 1888 miles. California con.
tains ,l36 miles OF the coast line on the Pa
cifc, whilst she has also 272 miles OF island
shore and 2i0 miles OF tide-water river shore,
making altogether efs miles OF shore line.
Texas has an actual coast line on the gulf OF
l.209 miles, whilst Florida hss ,lii miles on
the gulf and 800 miles on the Atlantic, sc
that both exceed California In this particu-
lar. II is the annexation OF Alaska that has
promoted the Pacinc coast 20 a higher figure
than the Atlantic, Alas ka having $3.50 miles
OF coast line. THESE figures are taken from
the coast survey repOrts.