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The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

CURIosITIEs OF LIFE. Lay your finger
on your pulse, and know that every stroke
some immortal passes TO his Maker some
tellowbeing crosses the river of death
and, if we think of it, we may well won
der that it should be SO long before our
turn comes. Half of all who live die be-
fore seventeen. Only one person in ten
thousand lives to be one hundred years
old, and but one in hundred reaches
sixty. The married live longer than the
single. There is one soldier to every eight
persons, and out of every thousand born
only nincty-live weddings take place.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

No CHANCE FOR HIM.--IIe seemed to be
utterly discouraged as he came out of u
Chicago business block one afternoon this
week, for he leaned up against post and
cried out in the bitterness of his spirit:
"Therc amt no chance for me 4 can't
never go into bankruptcy, and shall
never be worth cent! !"
Cant go into bankruptcy 2" inquired
a benevolent stranger passing by and
overhearing the words; snow, my dear fel-
low, I'd like to know why you can't go
into bankruptcy if you want tor"
Cause" beloved the great baby, mo
body'll trust me 'nough to let me get into
debt to- uni"
Wasn't that reason enough?
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

THIN OUT TIE GRAPES. Many glape-
vines so ovcrbear that the fruit cannot
ripen perfectly, and in some cases varieties
that naturally ripen well every season will
fail to ripen at all, owing to the roots not
being able to sustain the immense crop of
fruit upon the vines. In cases where
grapes tail to ripen from this cause, the
punches should be thinned out with pair
of scissors when the berries are small, as
soon as they are well formed, and cut
away the smallest clusters and those that
show struggling propensity in the fruit.
BY so doing crop of splendid fruit may
be produced where it would have been
worthless without being thinncd out.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

ONLY ONE BREED OF PouLrRY.-Manv
farmers think they ought to keep several
breeds of fowls; but one breed is enough
for farmers, and all persons who merely
keep poultry for their own use. Young
men are most inclined to buy several
breeds, but few years experience gene.
rally cures them of this propensity. One
good breed is more profitable, and great
deal less trouble than two or three when
kept separate. it will do very well to
have different breeds Of hens, if one de-
siics to cross his fowls, with but one breed
OF cocks; but TO keep several breeds in
separate yards, without any intention Ia
breed fowls for sale, is not advisable. -.
To those who desire To obtain new breeds
| would say, that the statement in regard
to the alleged good qualities of fowls in
circulars and published in the papers can
not always be depended ON. | cannot in
tins article go into the general merits of
different breeds, but will simply say, have
nothing to do with blacB fowls.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

GETTING RID OF STUMrs.-Some one,
not long ago, started the idea that sui
phuric acid would totally destry stumps.
An auger hole was to be bored in the top,
filled with sulphuric acid, and then plug
ged. In a day or two the stump would
be eaten up, even to the very roots. The
experiment was tried and failed, only a
portion of the stump at the top, being af-
fected. The following method is recon-
mended by the Scientific american: In
the autumn, bore hole one or two inch
es in diameter, according to the girth of
the stump, vertically, in the centre of the
latter, and about eighteen inches deep
Put into it from one to two ounces salt.
pctre; fill the hole with water and plug
up close In the ensuing spring take out
the plug and pour in about one half gill
OF kerosene Oil and ignite it. The stump
will shoulder away without blazing, to
the very extremity of the roots, leaving
nothing but ashes.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

"A traveller, being at coffee house with
some gentlemen, was largely drawing on
the credulity of the company. "Where
did you say all these wonders happened,
sir9" asked n gentleman present II real
ly can't exactly say" replied The traveller;
"but it was somewhere in Europe Russia,
think" II should rather think Italy
returned his opponent
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

II beg pardon, sir; I'm attached to
your exclaimed a lady, pettishly, in the
street car, struggling at the same time to
free her clanking chain, which had got
hooked upon gentlemans button. lie
lifted his hat, bowed and stammered -
"The attachment is mutual. madam, rs
sure you" The chain was loosed and the
lady got OIL blushiRg, and the young man
sat down mplaccntly.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

The next paper is Stores remaining
with the committee of Hartford county be-
longing to the State of Maryland" These
"stores" consist of "ono rtJie, with mouldsn
"The stores left after Capt. Hollands and
Capt. Harris companies were equipped"
three knapsacks and haversacks, and fifty
three yards of linen"
"Stores received back from Capt. Hol-
lands company between Sd January and
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07

"A two-ioot rule-"Roots and shoes 8
cash, only,"- Commercial Aaqertiser,
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-07-07
THE EGIS & INTELLIGENCER,
Is PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY NJ
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Otherwise $500 VIII he charged,

TRANSIENT ADvERTIsEMRNTs.--0ne Square, two inser
tons, tld0 Each subsequent insertion % cents Lon
ger advertisements in the same proportion. space
equal to ak lines makes a square.
So Yearly advertisements at special rates.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29

The remains Of General James W. Nye, ex-Unted
States Senator from Nevada whose death occurred
White Plains westchester county, last Monday, were
taken from that place yesterday and inferred at
Greenwood Cemetery. Only q few Immediate rela-
tves and friends of tho deceased attended
tho funeral General Nye. who departed this
lifo at the residence OF his son-in-law
Mr.. Waller, was for many OF our
most eventui years o conspicuous member OF the
United States Senate. Remarkable for his fine per-
sonal appearance he had intellectual qualities OF an
order attract attention aud make themselves fct
the discussions of that dignied body when such men
as Sumner, Trumbui and Conklng leaders. He
moro generally known for his Keon sense or
humor, that passed many Of his sayings into u
wide and popular circulation. native Of
New YORK, where he received his political
training and education. he emigrated TO Ncvada
OF the first Senators elected when Nevada became
a State. There was q rough hearty, kindly nature
the that made him popular with wild Western
constituency. while at the same time he possessed
courteous, Renemany bearing acceptable the circle
he adorned IN Washington His humor, tnat so
widely known, was based upon genuine goodness Of
heart that many friends well remember, that they
called upon 10 mourn his loss. No ono ever
appealed TO him in distress Tor aid, or
sympathy, and appealed in vain, while hIs in
Washington during the session OF Congress every
morning thronged with motley collection Of depend
ants looking to him ior some sort of support To
those who knew him as humorous and somewhat Gym
as IL was touching In Its gentcness and care These
tho traits OF character that have occasioned
many ID mourn for him attor long and distressing
illness that really made death rel,e.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
THE NATIONAL GUARD.
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ApJUTANT GENERAL
GRATIFYING IMPROVEMENT IN THE FORCE

ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL
GRATIFYING IMPROVEMENT IN THE FORCE.
ALBANY, Dec 27, 1876.
his report OF the condition Of the military department
of tho State government and will present 1t 10 the
Governor the 30th inst. II shows a marKcd i'm
proyemcnt both TO strength and efficiency in the
National Guard, Notwithstanding the aDolshmcnt OF
the tax exemption and the summary disbandmcnt OF
several regiments during last spring. The action
taken by the Adutant General in the last matter, is
claimed, has served to improve the zcaio the
ing regiments and occasioned any diminution
the aggregate Of the force. The Improvement noted
Is believed by the Adjutant General to be due
what tho interest created by the Introduction OF
rifle practice but mainly to the Increased generosity OF
the Legislature, shown IN larger appropriations, by
which greater aid has been extended to struggling
regiments There have been eight rifle ranges estab-
devclopcd-one each n; Rochester, East Syracuse,
Buffalo, Albany, Poughkeepsc, Yonkcrs, Mount Vcr-
and Oswego-and Tie result has been an already
notable proficiency in mark smanshp.
WAR CLAIMS ADJUSTED
The collection OF war claims OF the state against the
federal government has proceeded vigorously. and
$50, 744 81 were paid during the year large number
claims remain stll unaudited file In the War De-
partment
NUMBER ENROLLED.
The force Of the National Guard consists at present
OF eight divisions and seventeen brigadcs, fol-
lows One regiment and eleven separate troops of
cavalry; one battalion and eioven separate batteries
Of arlillery twenty-five regiments, twelve bnttaons
and eighteen separate companies OF infantry; COM
prisng 267 cavalry, 110S artillery and 1S 707 inan
try which, with the al2 des enated by the Comman-
Chief and hts stan and the division and brigade
commanders and their stalls, comprise an aggregate
force OF 2l 42i menan increase OF nearly 600 men.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
BUSINESS TROUBLES.

John Barnett, broker, has boon adjudicated bank
rupt his own petition by Rcgstor Allen. His liza
biIites anoun. s32 900, ho has no assets The
principal creditors arc tho following ALFRED f.
Tlton, $4,000; executors OF Sarah Barnett So 500
William Solomon, So, 500.
The firm OF Elisha l.. Cole l. David Wood, bankers,
corner OF Cedar and Nassau Streets has failed with
liabilities estimated AT $4,000.
In, he County Clerks office yesterday thcro were
ncd the assignments OF Caspar Caro- Jacob Field
mann, Charles .. Anderson 70 David Burs and James
X Gregg, Charles Haskell, Charles A. Fuller aud
John Dunn TO Theodore Emery.
The application OF the bankrupt James NJ. CocKcroft
for his discharge was made before Register Williams
yesterday. Tho only creditors who signed Tor The dis.
charge were Frederck H. Lynn t$445 aud Frank Shep-
ard, OF Chicago $3.50. clam OF Aida r. Cockcroft
vile OF tho bankrupt, for $9&50, presented was
objected to and ruled out The gross liabilities are
SOL 600 and the watch and some clothing The
astguec has appcacd Judge Blatchford compel the
bankrupt 10 deliver up the watch, as II 10 valuable
one and Is paid for only in part The Judge has not
rendered q decision.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
A PHOTOGRAPHIC FIRE.

FREDERrcxs 4 o'NEILL's GALLERY BURNED-A
GALLANT RESCUE.
About nine o'clock yesterday morning a hre broke
out the photograph gallery of Messrs. Frcdercks
O'Neill Nos. 5s5 and 5s7 Broadway. The loss will
The fire broke out in the silvering room, imnc.
diate!y above the entrance TO Tony PASTORS
Opera House. This room the fourth floor and
was in flames almost Immediately. strong breeze
from the northwest sent the fiery tongues over the
roof Of No 5s5, the upper story OF which occupied
by Messrs Frank and others. Fire engines Nos
20 30 aud 49, and hook and ladder companies and O.
were speedily tue sccnc So too were the reserves
IRON the police precincts D. b, IA and To- under com
mand of Captain Mcdowell second alarm was sent
out few minutes after nine and enginos Nos ~ 20
additional hook and ladder companies. The ire was
soon controlled, although at one time II threatened
the safety of Tony PASTORS theatre.
NARROW ESCAPES
This fire wns not unattended by danger 10 some OF
the persons who were IN the building at tbs time OF
the outbreak II was reported that Mr. Harris Storms,
who was visiting Frcdericks gallery 10 procure some
photographs, narrowly escaped with his lie. The
smoke b,nded and nearly suiocatcd hn, and
no doubt he would have been killed but
for the efforts of Mr.. John Mullen, OF
tho Volunteer Fire Department. lie carried Mr..
Storms down airs, ana tie gentleman was taken to
the Metropolitan Hotel, where he was cared Tor. He
Is better. Mr. Hugh UNcl, Mr.. FrcdericKs' partner,
escaped by the skyiight to the roof No accident of
moment remains 10 be recorded but imminent
when tho flagstaff on 5S7 came down and broke the
telegraph wires. Tony Pastors was dclugcd with
water, but not otherwise injured.
The losses thus lar recorded are as follows:-To
Fredcrcks O'Nel, SS0,00G insured for S25,O00; TO
the building, $4,000 fully insured or $4,000 in va
companies: Gueat's Burglar Alarm, 81. 900, in
surcd; and TO Mr.. Frank, goods dealer at No.
$50, $400 fully insured.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
Architects
THE MASKED BURGLARS.

There no new Developments concerning tho As
toria robbery The police OF Astoria anxious TO
capture the dcpsodators. II is, perhaps fortunate
that the burglars made their escape IRON the Long
Island Shore for had they remained is probable that
money would have had 10 be used TO effect their
capture. Where such capital would have come from
is problem that the Long Island City polce cannot
divine. They are AFRAID TO outlay even tho smallest
amount, knowing from experience that their being re-
fmoursed IL n painfully doubtful hope. An officer who
had been detailed to duty in OF the robbery OF
Mr.. Hiiier's house had occasion TO use the small
OF S5 in tho cause yesterday and To ooa,n 1t he
compelled to agree to twenty per cent interest
the amount until he received his paw
Captain Woods. of the Long Island City Central
Oice, strongly advocates the introduction OF police
boat 10 patrol along the Long Island shore.
Warrants have been ISSUED for tho arrest of James
Conners and Michael Quisicy who were well ac-
quantcd with Mr.. Gtau's place, ana who also well
known to the police and who since TIE robbery have
been missed from their accustomed naunts
SAMPLES OF TIL. sroLkS GoopS
AT Police Headquarters, yesterday, one OF those who
visited By the masked burglars called give
police samples OF tho fabrics from which the stolen
garments made. Detectives viii every
pawnshop 10 the city Tor the purpose Of identifying
stolen property hy this means.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29

mon law, yet II was necessary to punish persons for
selling aduteratcd mix tho Board OF Health would
not be able to protect citizens from adueraton. He
then sentenced Scrhumpi TO tenadays' confinement IN
the City Prison and 10 pay fine OF $3.50. and TO DO
committed for period not to exceed $50 days alter
the expiration OF the days in the fine should
not be paid
Professor Chandler stated after the trial that he
sdered the verdict great victory for the methods IN
use by his Board The real question al issue, no
claimed, was whether they were correct or not
-HE MILK DEALERS IN COUNCIL
The Orange County MIX Dealers Society met last
evening at No 9S Acn take action in regard
10 the verdict rendered against Daniel Schrumpt for
selling aduterated milk. Henry Schaufcr presided.
subscription was Immediately taken up, and nearly
enough was contributed 10 pay the fine. committee
was appointed TO consult with counsel in order TO take
steps 10 bring the case TO higher court
Several speeches were made IN which II was hotly
maintained that the aclometer used by tho Board OF
Health was unreliable and incorrect. The members
agreed that f they could procure milk 10 stand
the test OF the lactometer they would De compelled TO
sell skim milk. The evidence given by the witness
Dauty was severely criticised.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
THIRD DISTRICT COURT HOUSE.
No. 10 BROADWAY, NEW foRK, De

No 1Io BROADWAY, NEW foRK, Dec. %, 1876
To THE EDITOR HERALr:-
The committee OF the Board OF Aldermen appointed
TO investigate the truth OF The charges made in regard
to the Third Judicial District Court House building
held thor FIRST meeting yesterday ana took Mr. Cush
ing's testimony without giving notice or any oppor-
tunity TO cross-cxamne him, and have adjourned
subject to the call Of the chairman. We of course cx
pect that the investigation will be thorough, all the
contractors and commissioners beng called TO
testify. In tie meantime deny that any money
has been asked for by. paid either us by
any contractor and assert that the other
made against equally false malicious. Tho
apparent motive Tor these sandrrous accusations is
that Mr. Cushing has presented claims against the city
for tl7000, which consider fraudulent and re-
fuse TO approve. FREDERICK G. WIIHERS,
CALVERT VAUX,
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
SPARRING EXHIBITION.

The fancy gathered in strong numbers yesterday
afternoon at Harry HIPS new Variety Theatre, the
occasion being the bcncnt rendered Palsy Hog IN
previous TO his return TO California While Harry saw
tho comfort Of his visitors old Bill Tovec acted
the master OF ceremonies. Among tho lights OF tho
I. r. VINO put in appearance bohind tho ropes
Billy and Wary Edwards, Scddon's Mousc Mickey
Coburn, Professor wicElev. Pete Croker and Patsy
Hogon. Tho most spiri,cd setto OF the evening Was
between Scddon's Mouse anu Kelly; Billy Edwards
ana Warwick Edwards, and Professor Wickicy and
Mickey Coburn displayed most science, and Peter
Croker and Patsy Hogan proved that they skilled
and effective boxers Tho exhibition conducted
IN the most orderly manner, everything went OF
pleasantly and the audience went away pleased.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
EQUAL1zING RAILROAD RATES.

j. Fl. Rutter, general freight agent sent the follow
ing letter to the President or the Produce Exchange
yesterday
NEW York CENTRAL ASp Hrpsox RivrR)
RAILROAD COMPANY,
NEW YORK.. Dee. ~, 1876.
L. j. y. STARK. ESQ.,, President New York Produce Ex-
change
DrAR sIn-In carry out the agreement recently
entered into the four trunk lines beg ieave
through you give notice that upon freight shipped
locally New York and then exported this COMPANY
pay back the difference existing ut the time Of shipment
between rates published to Baltimore and New York,
the object being TO make equal rates
to the seaboard all competitive business,
IL being understood the freight shipped this city
competitive points In the West q. points In competition
with Batmore) shall be deemed
1t will be for parties produce the freight bills
paid the the certificate OF the elevator
and the of the ship, showing
the property the nfdavit
receive the rebae that the named in the cert3
cate OF the foregoing exported and the
covered by the freight bills ached thereto These
may be changed from time as safety of the
company may require. Respectfully
J. ii. KUTTER. General Freight Agent.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
THE wESTCHESTER JAIL.

II is probable that the dissraceful state Of affairs
which has existed in the wcsschester County Ja, ow-
ing to the non-scparation Of the VIII be rem
cdcd by the Board Of Supervisors now In session at
White Plains The committee TO whom the subject
referred reported IN favor OF ercciing an addition
10 the jail, which snail contain n de-
partnlcnt for female prisoners and also prison
hospital the improvements not 10 exceed in
tho OF SO. oO0 THIS report mas been adopted
by tho Board hut they have available funds II Is
probable that the Legislature viii be asked 10 the
d.lcuity, since. under statute OF 1873 The Super
yisors are prohibited from issuing any county bonds
N excess o those already out.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
NoBoDYs CHILD.

An inquest was held yesterday In the case OF an in
fant found dead under cart opposite No 70 Green
wch street, on Christmas night Ellen and Mary
Coffee who were arrested at tho time suspicion OF
knowing something about the matter proved 10 have
no connecuon with the Ellen accounted Tor tho
absence OF her own chd by saying skc gave IL TO a
lady Tor adoption, being unable ~ support hcfseli.
She could not, however, give tho OF the lady.
The Jury returned OF death from asphy xa,
the result Of Improper treatment, under circnm-
stances unkn own, whercupon the Coroner discharged
the prisoners
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
PRINCETON ALUMNI.

social meeting OF the alumni OF Princeton College
held at Dclmonco's, Twenty-sixlh street and
Fifth avenue, last evening, about twenty members
being present. Resolutions presented ana
adopted calling for the appointment OF committee OF
three to confer with commit II ON other alumni
organizations reference a combination nncr ex
tending invitation 10 Professor Lindscy 10 address
the alumni and regret al the death Of DR.. Huns, of
4 thc ella of
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
BRITISH MAILS.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE DESPATCH OF NAT
TER FROM ENGLAND TO NEW YORK DURING
THE MONTH OF JANUARY PRoxIMo.
Postmaster James has received the following, which
he furnishes TO the press the Information Of tho
public
Posr 0FrIcE DEPARTMENr, !
OFFICE OF FOREIGN MAILS,

Posr OFFICE DEPARTMENT.,
OFFICE OF FOREIGN MAILS,
WASHINGTON. ID. c., Dec. q, 1876
SIR transmit herewith copy Of a schedule which
the British Office has forwarded TO this department.
showing the arrangement under which the mails from
England Tor your office will be despatched during the
month OF January proximo, IN pursuance OF
the new plan OF monthly tenders Tor mail
service, which. following the course pur-
sued by this Office, the Brush Post
Department. has adopted with reference 70 mails sent
alter December 81 inst, from Englsnd 10 the United
States.
In forwarding this schedule the British onHco also
advises that mails containing correspondence from
Scotland will bo despatched from Greenock every Sat-
urday evening by steam vessels bcongEg TO the
mails containing correspondence from the north OF
land. ! am very respectfully, your obcdcnt servant,
JOSEPH H. BLACKFAN, SUPERINTENDENT
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
BROOKLYN'S DEATH RATE.

There we're lss deaths In Brooklyn during the week,
nineteen less than the previous week. The annual
death rate per l,ooo was 1901. The average number
of deaths per week during the quarter ending Dcccm-
Der 10 was 204 and during the corresponding hfty-
weeks of the past three years 235. OF chil-
drcn under Eve years OF age thcro we're IS
deaths Tho four diseases most fatal last week were
consumption, diphtheria, scarlet fever and bron-
chisis. They aggregate u deaths, or 4l-03 per
cent Of the deaths from all causes
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
PEDESTRIAN CHALLENGE.

CHICAGO, Dec 25, 1876
Miss BERTHA yox HILLgRS-
hereby challenge you for the first time to another
pedestrian contest Tho time to be days, each OF
choose and the tour TO choose a ref
crcc the stakes be $500 side, and the contcs,
take place in thirty days. accepted thrcc challenges
from you and dare you 10 accept this one from me-
Respectfully, MARY MARSHALL -
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
XAVIER LITERARY SOCIETY.

The literary society OF 3, Francis Xaver's church
gave pleasant entertainment las, evening the hall
attached 10 tho college. The audience large one
and It secme: TO heartily ENJOY the efforts Of tho
young performers The exercises consisted OF music
dcclanations speeches and compositions The society
Is composed Of young men. members OF tho church.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
COURT CALENDARs-THIS DAY.

SUPREME CouKT-CuAMHERs-Hed by Judge Davis.-
Nos 200, 245 PSI, 253, 267 270, 272 81 II, 100 49,
133 1856 ls6, 2o5 29 237, 25o 26a 265 269, 2,3 274
2.5, 216.
SUPERIOR CoURT-SPEcIAL TERM-No day calendar.
All other courts have adjourned for the term.
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
MILITIA NOTES.

Colonel Clark, of the Seventh regiment National
Guard has issued general order announcing to his
command the denth OF Colonel Washington X. Yer
milye. who enlisted member OF tho Fifth com.
pany OF the regiment IN 1880
The New York herald., 1876-12-29
NOT AS SHE EXPECTED.

For attempting to commit suicide last evening whils
under the influence Of liquor by jumping into the river
from of the Catharine street ferry boats, Mary
Mcclure OF No 72 Gold street, Brooklyn, was arrested
by the Brooklyn police.