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The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-06-22
Mystery of Dreams.

1t is related that man fell asleep as
the clock tolled the first stroke of twelve.
He awakened ere the echo of the twelfth
stroke had died away, having, in the in
terval, dreamed that he committed a
crime, was detected after five years,
tried and condemned; the shock of find
ing the halter about his neck aroused
him to consciousness, when he discov-
cred that all these events had happened
in an ininitesimal fragment OF time.
Mohammed, wishing to illustrate the
wonders of sleep, told how certain
man, being shiek, found himself, for
his pride, made poor fisherman; that
he lived as one for sixty years, bringing
up family and working hard; and how,
upon waking up from this long dream,
so short a time had he been asleep that
the narrow necked gourd bottle filled
with water, which he knew he over
turned as he fell asleep, had not time in
which to empty itself. How fast the
soul travels when the body is asleep
Often, when we awake, we shrink from
going back into the dull routine of q
sordid existence, regretting the pleas
anter life of dreamland. How is it that
sometimes, when we go to a strange
place, we fancy that we have seen it be-
fore Is it possible that when one has
been asleep the soul has fioated away,
seen the place, and has that memory OF
it which SO surprises us2 In word,
how far dual is the life of man, how fan
NOT
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-06-22
The Parsees and their Dead.

While the Mohammedan buries his
dead, as do the Christians, in ceme-
teries, and rears columns and shafts
above the graves; and while the Hindoo
"cremates" his dead, putting them
aloft on funeral pyres which are fired,
and consume them, the Parsees employ
far different method, and one that is
intensely repulsive. On the summit
of high hills they build a circular wall,
over which, as a roof, they place an
iron granting, sloping from the circum-
ference downward to the center. On
this grating the bodies are laid, to be
gradually consumed by birds of prey.
The bones then drop into the space be-
meath. A writer thus describes the
great Parsee cemetery at Bombay 1--WE
came to the Parsee home of the dead.
1t is hill inclosed with very high
wall. On the summit there is a dense
grove of palm trees, in the center of
which, and high above the foliage, rises
the Flower of Silence The tower in
closes and protects dark, deep, open
well, and across the top of the tower is
a firmly fixed grating of iron bars. The
dead are laid upon this grating, the flesh
to be the food of the birds of the air ;
the bones, as they fall assunder from
exposure and decay, to drop into the
promiscuous pit below. The Parsee
who was our guide protested that this
giving up the remains of friends and
kindred to the vulture, the eagle, and
the raven, seemed horrible to him ;
wherefore, when he was not long ago
called upon to deposit the remains of a
wife, then of daughter, he protected
them with strong metallic screens, so
that the remains were left to natural de-
composition from the sacred heat of the
sup, and were absorbed in the pure at
mosphere which he enlightens.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-06-22
New Hampshire's Finances.

The message of the governor of New
Hampshire contains the following state
ment of the State finances Revenue
for 1876-receipts from State tax, $400,-
600; receipts from other sources, $103,,
1913. 19-total revenue, $503, 1928. 10.
Current expenses for 1s76-ordinary,
500, ,461.S7 extraordinary, $29, 9,395.O5
interest on State debt, 1922, ,629. 81
total expenses. 1891, ,536. 23-showing an
excess of revenue of gill, ,791.96, which
is the amount of the reduction of the
State debt during the year. The liza
bilities of the State are So, 1929, $685. 40.
Sixty eight savings banks are in opera
ton, with deposits of $31, 1873, 064. 16, an
increase of $9S9, ,57S, 40. Bank invest
ments show a decided improvement
Loans on real estate have increased
81, 900, 900.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-06-22
VOL. VI.
DYING in Harness.

Only fallen horse stretched out there on the
road,
Stretched in the broken shafts, and crushed
by the heavy load
Only fallen horse, and circle OF wondering
eyes
Watching the 'frighted teamster goading the
beast to rise.
old for his toll is over-no more labor for
him;
See the poor neck outstretched and the patient
eyes grow dim;
See ON the friendly stones how peacefully
rests his head
Thinking, if dumb beasts think, how good it is
to be dead;
After the burdened journey, how restful it is
to lie
With the broken shafts and the cruel load,
waiting only to die.
Watchers, he died in harness. died in the
shafts and straps,
Fell, and the great load killed him one Of the
days mishaps,
One of the passing wonders marking the city
road,
a tOller dying IN harness, neelleeS OF call OF
goad.
Passers, crowding the pathway, staying your
steps awhile,
What is the SYMBOL "Only death ? Why
should we cease to smile
At death for beast OF burden ? On through
the busy street
That is ever and ever echoing the tread Of the
hurrying feet
What was the sign? A symbol to touch the
treless will.
Does He who taught in parallels speak in para
bea still?
The seed on the rock is wasted, on needless
hearts Of men,
That ga her and SOW and grasp and lose, labor
and sleep, and then
Then for the plize a crowd in the street of
ovcr-echoing trs ad,
The toiler, crushed by the'heavy load, is there
i'll his harness. dead
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-06-22
New Trimming Laces.

Among the newest white trimming
laces are real hand made Spanish laces
in light feathery designs that appear to
be made entirely of silk. In the popu-
lar three-inch widths these cost 81 q
yard. The Smyrna lace of pure linen
that has suddenly come into fashion fol
trimming piques. ging hams, batistes,
children's clothing, and ladies' under
wear costs fifteen cents yard for mar
row widths, while that two inches wide
is $1.50 yard.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-06-22

" Do you love me still, John9" whis
pered sensitive wife to her husband
"Of course / do-the stiller the bet
ter, Z" answered the stupid husband.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1876-06-22

If you are in love and don't know
how to make it known, go to your tailor.
He will press your suit foi you.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
POPLAR STREET MARKET.
what the Butchers VIII wave 70
Sale on Saturday Nexl.

what the Butchers VIII wave for
Sale on Saturday NexI.
Christmas co mes in on Monday next,
and in conseq renee house.keepers are
looking around and making selections
for the holidays. We can inform the
house-keepers Of Memphis that on Satur-
day next the butchers Of the Poplar
Street Market will make a display Of
meats that has never been equaled in
this city. The fine and fat drove Of cas-
tie that paraded through the principal
streets on last Monday will be slaughter
ed in due time for tie Saturday display.
This meat is said by the butchers to be
the finest that they ever had for sale in
the market. In addition to the Cue beef,
the butchers have also a splendid lot Of
lamb, mutton, pork and pig, which will
be on exhibition and for sale on Satur'
day next at the same place. The butch
err boys who have made these purchases,
and who will make the fna display Of
meats at the Poplar Street Market, are
J. Schilling, Sam Fultz, W. Gage and
N. c. Kerr. We advise houss-beepers to
call on them and make purchases on
next Saturday as they will have the very
best Of everything that can be secured
for the holidays. 81
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
PUBLIC LEDGER.
Office, 10 Madison Street.
CITY CIRCULATION.
THE CITY
MEMPHIS
EvsninE. Nee. al. 1875 =
TnE most accountable holiday presenl

The most acceptable holiday present
for your wife is n Of those beautiful
porcelain pictures in a breast-pin made
by Bingham Bros. They also make
those ivory types that are so much ad.
mired by the young ladies and gentle
men,. They have just received a large
stock Of new styles Of frames for the
holidays; and the Binghams make the
finest photographs in the country. Their
parlors are at 24S Main street, corner Of
Jefferson. l0T
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
A TALE OF TWO CITIES.
In which a West Tennessee Gil
Painfully Figures.

In which n West Tennessee Girl
PainfuIIy Figures.
The Nashville Banner of Monday
contains an account of the arrest in that
city of a Wilson county school teacher,
named Thomas, for the alleged seduc
too and abduction of a young lady
music teacher who, it seems, went from
Memphis a year or two ago to teach
music in a public school, Of which
Thonas was principal. The girl be.
longs to a respectable family and con
tinued to write letters to her mother
until about three months ego, when she
ceased to write. Her last letter con-
tanned some mysterious illusions which
excited the suspicious Of her friends,
aud the mother t%elegraphed to a Nash
vile detective to watch her movements.
Six weeks ago the girl was brought to
Nashville and placed in a private board
ing.house, with instructions to let no
ons see her. She was traced up, and
las. Saturday night her mother was
taken to her room. The interview was
strictly private. A female child had
been born, but died. Thomas was held
under a State warrant and required to
give a bond Of S250O.
The American of Tuesday throws
some further light on the dark affair in
the following paragraph;
LEFT TO HER FATE.
James Thomas, the young nan before
Justice Baskelte Monday, on the charge
| of abduction and seduction, was released
yesterday, the warrant against him hav
ing been withdrawn. The young woman
who figures in the case is lying at one o.
t the hotels in a very critical condition
/ She is attended by several physicians
but her recovery is considered extremely
doubtful. A lady friend Of the girl VIII
= came here from Memphis has since re
turned home and lett her in charge of
e nurse. The alleged victim of Thomas
, was a music teacher in a Wilson count,
: school Of which he was superintendent
She came originally from Memphis, bu
when her condition became known shl
was occupying a room in the house o
Amanda Hulsey, a negro woman living
; on South Vine street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
HOLIDAY GROOER[ES, ErC.
RadfOrd, StrattOn d Co., 1877 Mai,
6treeT

RadfOrd, straiton q Co., 1877 Main
btreet.
The above firm has received a large
lot Of holiday goods, which will be sold
at extremely low rates. ALI goods pur-
chased will be delivered to any portion
o! the city free of charge. H~ousekeep.
ers on visiting the house of Radford,
Stratton & Co. will discover that there is
on hand a large, fresh and varied stock
of grocery goods of every description
as well as a select stock of fancy articles.
Give them a call Immediately and make
your Christmas purchases. 96t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
LADIES elegant Astrachan caps, 5Oc.
former price, $3.50.
KAHN & FREIBERG.
stnriIng a LIbrnry.

About half a cart load of Congress
sional records and public documents
was dumped into the editorial room Of
the LEDGER Office yesterday. The pub
docs are of immense value as works of
literature, aud are well adapted on &C.
count Of their size and binding to the
purpose OF starting a library. The works
will amply repcy perusal, provided you
have nothing else to do, and are DESTROYS
Of being bored to desth in a few seconds.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Notwithstanding the war talk we do
not know a mar in this city, who served
in the Confederate army, that would be
willing to shoulder another musket. 1t
is a common remark at present-"They
can't make a gun that will fit me-
Those who dill not take a baud in the
last skirmish can settle the present con
test, should grim-yisaged war with its
wrinkled front make its appearance.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
TO SHIPPERS.

The Great Western Despatch Fast
Freight Line is not blocked. Cotton is
forwarded promptly the day after re.
ceipt at Compress. South bound freight
is arriving without detention.
j. N. CARVER. Agent.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

In view of the present high price of
coal and the probability Of aa increased
price, we have made inquiry of the cost
of coal delivered by rail ia Memphis in
carloads Of one hundred barrels, two
hundred pounds to the barrel We end
that Sewanee coal will cost about sixty
cents aud Knoxville coal about seventy.
five cents per barrel on cars at Memphis.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
MEDIC NE.
Vegetable Tonic Specific PILLS.

EORT TIE PERMANENT CURE OF CON
Z orfhea. Gloet, Impotence, Seminal Weak
ness. lnoentinence, Genital Debility, Gravel,
Structures, and all diseases caused by self
pollution, such as Loss Of Memory. Pains in
the Back, uimRess Of Vision. Spermattor-
rhea. etc. Price. 81 so per box 3 boxes, Sc,
so lO5 d. #. GOODYEAR, 1S7 Main Ct.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
Holiday presents BarnabI's.

It ~cleansos and whitens wherever il comes,
It whitens the teeth and il hsrdens the gums
It sweetens and blesses, North and South.
It sweetens the breath. it washes the mouth.
II driveth alltartar and scurf far away
Yes, SOZODONT saYeth The teelh from deoay.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
NOTICE..
Important to Fax -Payers.

ITO GUARD AGAINST ERROR IN THE
i rush Of paying taxes the
takes duplicates in book form OF BILLS PAID,
70 In case the taxpayer loses the original no
the will suffer should the Collector fell TO
make the proper credit. Bills left with the
above bank promptly attended to. scrips
furnished as lowost rates. and noextra charge
Tor the duplicates. W-uo
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

DR. j. A, CLoPToN viii remain in the
city until December 18th, and will
return to the city January 9Th, and
remain until the 10th. All who are
troubled with PILES, FIsTULA, ETC., may
be cured by a simple application. City
references given. DR.. c. will instruct
others in the TREATMEST Of his SPECIAL.
TIES. DR.. c. is the oldest specialists
Souri,. if not ia AMERICA. SIT
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
Bargains at BarnabI's.
Dressed Turkeys,

We are promised two liberal consigD.
ments Of turkeys, to arrive Saturday.
81 LYTLE 4 SHIELDS.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Beautiful Toy franks,
business Suits Cheap,
Black Cloth Suits Cheap,
Lap Robes and ShaWls Cheap,
OvercOats Cheap,
Beautiful Robes de Chambre,
Hosiery and Gloves,
Underwear Of all kinds.
White and Fancy shirts,
All the above nj
Strengthening prices, at
Il. M DRAKE e. CCI'S.
267 Main st.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
Oranges +! Oranges !

A special shipment of extra fine
oranges received and for sale at reason
able prices. 1911 LYLE & SHIELDS.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
Cheap necktiqs- BarnabJ's.

cardinal Red HandkerehioSs for
Ladies'.
A London magistrate took occasion
recently TO rebuke the fashion of wearing
pockets at the back Of ladies jackets.
After inspecting the arrangement he said
that there could not be a more con.
venient arrangement for a pickpocket,
and that he wondered who could have in
vented such fashion. The old idiot of
a magistrate did he visit Memphis would
find out that ladies pin their cardinal red
bo'dered handkerchief in that back
pocket SO that no thief could nip" the
article without being discovered in an
instant.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Toe es layer Figs, CitrOn, Currants.
$50 pkss Jersey Apple Butter.
geo brls and kegs splced Pigs Felt.
80 brls end half brls KrOut.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Handsome Gift Books.
Standard works, illustrated, at Dod's
BAL Main street. t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Pies and fancy cakes made
fresh daily at B~artee's, 82s
Main 81. Sc
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
HI

From bankrupt sale. No huRbugl
No humbugl Elegant cashmere suits,
$l2. KAHN IL FREIBERG.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

CHRISTMAS trees at Craig's, 379 Main.
QQ
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Itisa well knewn factthat our old friend
Charley Kney has catered to the wants
of the people Of this city for many years
10 the way Of fine meats, etc. In view Of
the nepr approach Of the coming holidays
be has made every arrangement to sus,
tain his old reputation of being at the
head of the meat dealers in this city. In
addition to choice fresh meats Of all kinds,
may be found at his stand, 46 Beal street,
oysters, ish, game, celery, dressed poul-
try, etc. His supply will tempt the appe-
tite of the most fastidious. SO
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

The Bethel Musicale, set for Friday
evening, December 22d inst. will be
postponed for a few days. Tickets
sold Tor the above date will be good,
and due notice given when it will take
place.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

B~artee's homemade candy,
25c n pound, 32s Main 81. CIT
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

John walsh, Undertaken,
34l Second ST., next 70 Postoiiee. lO5
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Mr., Jean Bassett, business manager Of
the Helen D'Este troupe, is in the city.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
MCKEE &
Cor. Main and Union sis.
GOnns /.

-
CHRISTMAS GOODS:
Pattern Hats for
Ladies, Misses,
Children and Dolls.
Feathers, Flowers,
Ruchings and Ties.
Japanese Ware,
Jewelry in
Coral, Celluloid,
Jet, Garnets.
Combs, Hair Brushes, etc.
Full stock of Fancy Goods.
Open every evening during the week
until 9o'clock.
MCKEE & BAROHUS.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

A FEW of those blue ribbon beeves
which we're exhibited on Monday, have
been purchased by
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
SCHILLING & BRO,

Corner Jefferson and Third streets,
and slaughtered for the holidays. They
also have fine mutton, roasting pigs and
other choice meats, as well as dressed
turkeys. 80
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

ATTRACTIVE PRICES.
JOSEPH COLL & co.

CIsTEREs FILLEB.-Leav your order
and address at 33 Monroe st. 81
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

GOR RENT-H0USES NOS. 1888 AND 200
Z Vance street. near DeSoto. Two story
brick, nine rooms each, good water and out
houses Apply at 96 second street. 4S-t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
wAMTED

YNANTED-THE PUBLIC TO KNOW
w that | will not be responsible for any
bills bought by any one connected with the
Ledger Office or out OF IL. and will net all.w
such bills 10 settlement Of my accounts unless
accompanied by my written order.
3l-t II. WHITM0RE,
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
MCKEE Il BARCHUs.

Handkerchiefs cheap : Barnaby's.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

Sid Cooks Peabody Billiard
Room is pronounced first
class by all visitors. 3s.t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
ATTENTION,

Elegant scarfs cheap-Barnaby's.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

TX Cigars from Auction
SSOOO Sale at less thar cost
est at Sol Peritz's, 1856 Main street.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
G. A. ECKERLY & BROS.

Fresh Oysters and Celery
received daily by express at v.
d. Fuchs, Al JenerAOn st. ST
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21
For RENT.

EOR RBNT-RESIDENOE 2et COURT ST,
j. in good repair. good cistern, and posses
sion given October 10th. Apply to II L..
HlIION MC0.. 81 Cnnrt ST. a2f
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1876-12-21

AND COUNTY SCRIP in sums
" to suit taxpayers, at Manhattan Bank.
89-l00
The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1876-01-22
LOCAL MATTERS.
Capitol Notes.

1t was announced 10 some Of the papers
Yesterday that Governor kemper had ap.
pointed Mr.. John s. Wise q visitor to the
Virginia Military Institute in place Of Colo
mel John {. Shields, removed from the city.
The Governor denies the statement.
The joint special committee appointed to
Investigate the causes and damages of the late
fire at the Eastern Lunatic Asylum have re-
turned to the city. They will submit a re-
port in u few days, and state what in their
opinion ought to be done in the way Of re-
building. The origin OF the fire did not
clearly appear. Incendiarism is suspected by
some people.
Mr.. Meade G. kemper, private secretary Of
the Governor, stated yesterday evening that
if Judge Stevens, Of Nelson, had offered his
resignation TO the Governor he MIR. kemper)
was not aware oil lt.
The House Committee on Privileges and
Elections yesterday morning reconsdered
their determination to report in favor of a
new election in Prince George county. They
NAV vet report fayorably to Major Mann
Page, the sitting member.
On the 9th of this month the members
Of the immigration Committee will 60 to
Washington TO confer with our members OF
Congress relative to immigration.
1lc 1iOaTQ vi FiSltOls VI Iuc II Sibio
Military Institute will have conference
With the Committee on Schools aud Colleges
to-day.
MIR. Hoenniger's proposition, made at the
instance Of Richmond butchers, to amend
the law in relation TO the sale of cattle at the
State scale-house, will be finally considered
by the House Committee on Public Pro-
perty at a meeting to be held in the office Of
the Register of the Land Office next Tues
day morning at 10 O'Clock.
The Governor offers reward Of 500 for
the arrest of Thomas Sutherland, who is
charged with the murder Of r. L. Pulliam,
of the county of Spotsyyania, and is now at
Large.
Mr.. Daniel II. London will tonight ad-
dress the Finance Committees Of the Legis-
ature in the hall of the House of Delegates
on the national eXcheQuer scheme, whiskey-
tax, currency, &c.
Mr.. Hinton's $1,000 Centennial bill was
killed in the Senate yesterday, and then
brought to life again by reconsideration Of
the vote.
&c. Dennng, Norfolk city, notary pub
lie, and J. B. Nores, of Duane street, New
York city, commissioner Of deeds for Vir-
ginia, were appointed yesterday by the Gov
ernor.
Nothing positive yet from the Knight
johnson committee. General Johnson's
friends are confident tha! he will be con-
trmcd in his seat.