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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-12-13
The HANGING AT MT. VERNON.


Mt. Vernon, o., December 7.-Wm. q,
Bergin who murdered 7. ]. Mcbride, at
Mt. Vernon, Ohio, last June, was hung
today at noon. He entered the enclosure
accompanied by Sheriff Gay and assist
ants and Revs,S. Thompson and Borrows,
and stepped upon the platform with the
frmness of man who did not fear to die,
When asked if he had anything to say he
replied: mo except l want you TO pfay y
nodding to one ofthe ministers. His face
was pale and his lips were firmly COM
pressed, and just before the cap was slip
ped over his face his eyes closed for q
moment. The service Of the Episcopal
church was read and the drop fell. The
knot, however, became united, and the
poor victim staggered up against post,
lie was, however, only shocked, and was
perfectly conscious as he was lifted to the
sCatfold by the sheriff and his assistants,
He shook his head under the black can
and kept repeating, "Oh! this is a bad
Murder" and then added, "but l can
stand it." The moose was again adjusted
during which he spoke to the sherifFsay-
ing,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-12-13
"XOu are Choking Ne a Little

now, but go ahead, Johnnie" While the
ministers administered what consolation
they could,the drop again fell and with a
little better success. The knot, however,
slipped under his chin and his neck was mn,
broken,an the victim wasaCtually stran-
gulated to death. 1t was fully eighteen
minutes before ne was pronounced dead,
The reporters and witnesses were bitter
in their denunciation of the bungIing
work. 1t is, however, but justice to Shers
i'll Gay to say that he was in no wise TO
blame. His assistants were men of ex.
perience, and to them he had entrusted
the main details. None regrets the un-
fortunate occurrence more than he. A
man named J. II. Luker,real estate agent
from Columbus, during the second hang
ing tainted and caused quite a commotion.
The body of Berg!n was taken in charge
shortly after and conveyed to the resi-
denCe of his brother.in.law.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
TANGLED: by Rachel Oarew. 8. O. driggs Co.,
Palais Royal.

Among the many changes to take place soon
on the grand boulevard none will be more strik-
ing and more indicative of the good time to come
than the swayiDg to the breeze the banners Of the
grand "Palais Royal" Our enterprising friend
Levy, who has for 80 many years been the popu
lar proprietor Of the dollar store, No. 1877 Canal
street, seems to have had his faith shaken In re-
publican institutions and ideas, and is deter
mined, with one fell swoop, to obterate the
name Of dollar store forever. He is making prep
arations for the opening Of this elegant and gor
geous establishment, and nothing will be spared
in making it the most attractive place in the
Southern country. LEWIS dollar store is known
throughout the whole South, and as it has been
known for its promptness in filling orders and
the polite attention Of the clerks and the place to
get everything, 80 will the Palais Royal grow
into popular favor, for we will see in the large
and gilded signs that are to adorn the building
evidences Of q new era, a prosperity which we
have longed for but never expected until the
present time.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
ADVERTISEMENTS.
SEALED PROPOSALS.
DEPARTMENT OF WATERwoRKs AND PUBLIC
Ruiidinns Nntu lrlaana hunucf Ii 1R,

DEPARTMENT OF WATERwoRKs AND PUBLIC I
Buildings, New Orleans, August IL, 1877.
Sealed proposals will be received by the I'M
dersigned until WEDNESDAY, August IT, 1877,
at IL o'clock m., for REPAIRS TO ENGINE.
HOUSE of Steam Fire Company No. %. ms
as per plans and specifications on file in the
off g of the city surveyor.
The city reserves the right to reject any and
all bids.
Parties making proposals for the work are
required to deposit with the Adminis rator of
Finance, as an evidence of their intention to
abide by the adjudication the amount of 800, in
cash. which shall be forfeited to the city in case
of failure to sign the contract.
Bidders to whom the contract is not awarded
shall have their deposits returned to them, on
the day adjudication is made.
Proposals to be Endorsed. Proposals for re-
pairs to Engine-hou of Steam Fire Company
No. ~
JAMES ID. EDWARDS,
Administrator of WaterWorks and Public
Buildings. an11 it
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
SOUTHERN PATENTS.

Mr.. Fl. N. Jenkins, Solicitor of Patents, No. 27
Commercial Place, officially reports to the Demo-
GRAF the following complete list Of patents
granted Southern inventors for the week ending
July II, 1877:
Louisiana-Rchard Macdonald, New Orleans,
measuring device for seed heaters
Arkansas. B. McRae, Mount Holly, stone
quarrying machine.
Mississippi %. r. Jenny and W. Creighton,
Okolona, washing machine.
Texas-J W. Wood, Bonham, pillow; J. L.
Florence, Plano, riding plow John Francis,
Waco, door checks; r G. Garcia, san Antonio,
sand conveyers; W. r. Litteton Valley Mills, hoe
handles; T. J. Crump, Buena Vista, gang pillow.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
NOTICE TO BAKERS.
MAYoRALTY OF NEW ORLEANS,

MAYoRALTY OF NEW ORLEANS
City Hall. August II, 1877.
The average price of fresh -four being this day
eight dollars in accordance with said valuation
the price of bread for the week, commencing on
MONDAY, August ID, 1877, will be:
Fifty-seven ounces for twenty cents.
Twenty mine ounces for ten cents.
Fourteen ounces for five cents.
Bakers of bread are required to use only the
best flour of the above value per barrel. and the
use of damaged or inferior flour In bread offered
for sale in this city is prohibited. Consumers
of bread are requested to report to the nearest
police station any violation of the above or di-
nance. either in variation of weight or quality oil
material.
au12 ED. PILSBURY, Mayor
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
SEALED PROPOSALS.

DEPARTMENT OF WATERwoRKs AND PUBLIC
Buildings, Room %, City Hail.
New Orleans. August 4, 1877. }
Sealed proposals will be received by the un-
dersigned till MONDAY. August 10, 1877 at IL
o'clock m, for REPAIRING SUPREME COURT
ROOM jackson Square), according to plans and
specifications ON file in the office of the City
Surveyor.
The city reserves the right to reject any and
all bids.
Parties making proposals for the work are
required to deposit with the Administrator of
Finance as an evidence of their intention to
abide by the adjudication, the amount of 5000 in
cash. which shall be forfeited to this city in case
of failure to sign the contract.
Bidders to whom contract is not awarded
shall have their deposits returned to them on
the day adjudication is made.
Proposals to be Endorsed, Proposals for re-
pairs to Supreme Court ROOM
JAMES d. EDWARDS.
Administrator of Waterworks and Public Build
inps. ANA i'd
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
JUDICIAL ADVERTISEMENTS.
SHERIFF. SALES.
Mrs. Maria Roberts VS.. Nr. VIM. ii. HOl-
noIlln

Sta a1E5s
Mrs. Maria Roberts VS.. Br. VIM. II. HOl-
combe.
T'HIRD. DISTRICT COURT FOR THE
L parish of Orleans, No. 23,731-By, virtue OF a
the honorable the Third District Court for
the parish OF Orleans, in the above entitled
a w proceed to se at pref ae
Royal street, between Canal and Customhouse
j. the seond District ff this city
a GEeThN 'ff31a together with
the buildings aud improvements thereon, rights,
purtenanees 'hereunto belonging, or IN anywisee
a,ppertaining.. situated in the First District Of
this city. designated by the number one. in
Ia . surveyor. dated the fifteenth Of May 1907,
deposited n the office Of Louis T. Cairee, late
notary public In this city. which said lot OF
and Melpomene streets. and measures sixty
three feet eleven inches TWO lines front on Colt
scum street. eighty feet six inches in depth and
front on Mepomene street, seventy six feet one
inch nine lines in depth on the side line adjoin-
ing the property formerly owned by Mrs. st.
lines in width In the rear Being thes same prop
efty acquired by the defendant by purchase
from Capt John Grant as per act passed before
geo William Christy. notary public in this city.
dated the eleventh of January, 1870.
Seized in the above suit.
:. Terms-This being the second and last auc-
ton, the said property will be definitely sdu-
dieated to the highest and last bidder for what
1t will bring at twelve months credit the pur-
chaser furnishing bond with good and solvent
annum from date ami special mortgage on the
property sold until final payment Said pur-
chaser will have to deduct and pay In cash the
printing, sheriff's and clerks fees. ETC., which
amount 10 about one hui bred and twenty-five
dollars: and, furthermore. the State. parish and
municipal taxes, the amount of which is not
yet ascertained.
THOMAS Fl. HANDY,
Civil Sheriff of the Parish of Orleans.
auG 70 18 %
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

NOTICE TO TAxPAYERs.--Parties having any tax
matters to settle would do well to call on W. FL.
Barnett, broker, No. SO st. Charles street. oppo-
site the st. Charles Hotel, who makes specially
in this line, and can furnish all necessary in
formation and make large savings to them. Mr..
B. has bought from first hands. over counter, a
large amount of all the necessary scrip and war
rants to settle all kinds of taxes Of various years.
very cheap, and consequently is enabled to make
large discounts in settling the same or will sell
necessary scrip to settle the same very cheap.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

Mr.. ?. Werlein, the enterprising piano dealer
before removing to his new and elegant store.
No. 1876 Canal street (Touro Buildings) offers IN
usal good bargains to piano purchasers, and will
sell pianos and organs without regard to cost or
value, and at such terms as may suit the pur-
chaser's convenience. One hundred pianos to
select from, costing from s75 upwards. Every
instrument fully guaranteed and full satisfaction
in all cases warranted, or no sale. Mr.. Werlein
has always enjoyed the reputation for low prices
and fair dealings, and during the coming week
he will excel himself and almost give his goods
away. Don't fail to give him call.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

The same Lines to Wilmington and Ports
mouth as Routes and2 Thence. on Mondays,
Wednesdays and Saturdays at 5 80 p. m. by the
magnificent sidewheel steamships of the OLD
DOMINION COMPANY, which invariably arrive
at their New York wharves at 9 p. Ia.
A through run OF rs hours combining the
essential elements Of Cheapness. Speed and
Comfort.
Passengers should leave New Orleans Satur.
days. Mondays and Thursdays to connect close
ly with this Line.
For Tickets, Checks, Time Cards, AMI all In
formation. apply at the Offices of the New Or
leans and Mobile Railroad.
A. POPE, General Passenger Agent.
J. III. WHITE Southern Passenger Agent.
Fl. W. FOWLER, New Orleans Agent, corner ST.
Charles and Common streets. my4H
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
Q. Q. D. means cheap and fashionable hats al
No. &c st. Charles street.

CRY AND STATE TAxEs-In another column Mr.
Oliver Il. Lee, No. s Carondelet street. adver.
tises to pay city and State taxes or commission
MIR. Lee has, for sometime. been in the business
and seems to have made many friends by his
active and prompt attention to business. Parties
having taxes to pay can always save themselves
time and do better by placing them in the hands
of reliable broker.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

The second number of the Twenty.eighth Lou
isiana Annual Reports, reported by Hon. Chas.
Gayarre; and the second number Of the Twenty
ninth Louisiana Annual Reports, reported by
Percy Roberts, Esq, are now ready and for sale
at +. f. Hsnsells stationery and book store, Jas.
A. Gresham, manager, No. 80 Camp street. The
books are Very neatly printed in pamphlet form,
called thereto.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

REDUCED. -Messrs. E. Fl. Adams & Bro, No.
500 Magazine street. are advertising great re-
duction in their goods. These gentlemen are
experienced and energetic merchants. always on
the lookout for the latest novelties, never failing
by their Judgment and good taste to secure the
most attractive goods for their many customers.
By reference to their advertisement scale of
their reduction may be seen,
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

On the corner of Old Levee and Customhouse
streets has just been erected very handsome
building for the Peoples Bank, which is an or
nament to that part of the city. In describing
the work. all of which reflects much credit upon
tkose who executed it, we failed to mention the
centre of this richly decorated apartment; this
chandelier was furnished BY the well-kno IN gas
filters, Messrs. Sullivan & Bulger, 81 Camp
street. They have a large aud varied assort-
ment of everything of that kind at very moderate
prices.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

CLEARANCE sALE.-Having finished our annual
stock taking. and in order to make room for our
fall purchases, we shall from this day close out
the balance Of our summer goods, including
suits, busters, overdresses, lawns, grenadines,
goods, etc., at reduction OF nearly one-half the
original price. M. L. Byrne & Co., 1853 Canal
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

VIRGINIA ROOFING sLATEs-THE UN-
dersigned is the sole agent for the sale of
these well known and highly priced ROOFING
sLATFS. Keeps, also, on hand full supply
of YER dONT GREEN AND PURPLE STA fFS
o. the best qualities, and full line of PENN
SYLVAN1A STATES. of Bangor, Franklin and
other well known quarries. We invite the
closest inspection on the part of builders, con-
tractors and practical skaters.
ALEXANDER HILL.
Ell 3m ITO Carondelet street.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

CHEAP DRY GooDs.-Messrs. NJ L. Byrne &
Co. advertise in another column q reduction in
the prices of their goods of nesrly one half Hav-
ing completed their annual stock taking, they
are anxious to close out the balance OF their sum
mer goods at the above rates, including suits.
nets, white goods and house furnishing goods.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
SUCCESSION NOTICES.
succps sjon ot BaDtsste Filming

SECOND DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PAR
- ish of Orleans. No. 39.651-Whereas, Mrs.
Rosana Fibing, wife of Chas. Oman. has petit
ton d the court for letters Of administration
on he estate of the late Baptiste Fibng. de-
ceased. intestate. Notice is hereby given TO all
whom 1t may concern. to show cause within ten
days. why the prayer of the said petitioner
should not be granted.
BY order of the court.
aus 12s JOHN HERBERT, Clerk.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
Trains will leave as follows:

On Sunday the trains will be run every half
hour from 2 O'Clock o. M. On Sunday morn
ings the trains leave the city ut O'Clock for the
accommodation of sportsmen.
Passengers for GENTLY must notify the con-
ductor prior to the departure of train.
au1 IT 1y ID. B. ROBINSON. Receiver.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
Route No. Ebay Line.

Over the same lines to Wilmington as by Route
No. l.. Thence by Special Parlor Cars to Ports
mouth. Va. Thence, al $50 .. m. daily texcept
BAY LINE to Baltimore. Thence by New York
Express. arriving in New York at 2:O5 p. m.
A sixty nine hours run-only seven hours In
undisturbed nights rest and superior accom-
modations upon the Chesapeake Bay.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
RAILROADS.
DoNTCHARTRAIN RAILWAY

Depot at the head Of Elysian Fields street, near
the Levee. Third District.
Excursion to or from the Lake and return
same day, 20 cents. Children under twelve
years. 10 cents.
Trains will leave as follows:
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

To THE LADIEs.-Levy Brothers, $50 Magazine
street, will receive on Monday the celebrated
cork corset, the first ever brought on here.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
THE ATLANTIC COAST LINE.
PASSENGER ROUTES TO ALL POINTS
NORTH AND EAST.

MeOFgAn1Zed Tor the SUMMER OF 1871.
Working out of New Orleans via the N. O. and
nj. r. H., and presenting the following attractive
lines to the attention of all North bound Tour
lists and Travellers:
Route No. IAN Rail.
Via Montgomery, Columbus, Macon. Augusta,
Wilmington, hichmond.
6z Hours, New Orleans 40 New York.
The same time always as by any other line.
Pullman Sleeping Cars to Opelika.
Solid Day Trains thence to Augusta, with
Pullman Sleeping Cars attached at Macon for
Wilmington.
Through train Wilmington to Richmond and
New York, with Elegant Parlor Cars attached TO
Richmond-thence Pullman Sleeping Cars to
New York.
ALL CHANGES AT SEASONABLE HOURS
AND INTO CLEAN AND PROPERLY
VENTILATED CARS
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12
succession of Thomas Broom Lee.

GECOND DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH
- OF Orleans. No. 9771G-Notice is hereby given
to the creditors OF this estate and to all other
persons herein interested, to show cause within
ten days from the present notification. If any
they have or can, why the account presented by
Mrs Eliza Il. Lee. testamentary executrix Of the
deceased. should not be approved and homo
LOCATED, and the funds distributed in accord
ance Herewith.
By order of the court.
aus s 12* JOHN HERBERT, Clerk.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

Jno. q. Adams has great variety of hats at
No. &C st. Charles street.
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

Buy your buggies and carriages from L. T,
Maddux, IS Carondelet street, near corner Ora
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GREAT JACKSON ROUTE.
NEW ORLEANS, 81, LOUIS AND CHICAGO

NEW ORLEANS, ST, LOUIS AND CHICAGO
RAILROAD LINES.
DOUBLE DAILY THROUGH TRAINS,
will depart and arrive az follows: from Oalltop
street depot from July 49, 1877:
DEPART. ARRIVE.
Express No. l. s o. M Express No. 2.10:30 am
Express No. 8. 6:15 g. m. Express MOI. 8:15 m
Nos. and Q run daily ana daily except
Sunday.
PULLMAN PALACE SLEEPING OARS
through to Cincinnati, Louisville, Chicago. Cal
no and Milan, Tenn, without change, and for ST.
Louis sleeper is taken on at Milan, enabling
passengers to go through without leaving the
train.
Friday evenings train makes no connection
at Duquoin for Chicago.
Accommodation trains between New Orleans
and McComb City:
Leave New Orleans $3.50 .. m. Saturday; and
1880 q. m. Sunday.
Arrive $50 b. m. Sunday. and $50 a. m. Mon
day.
Tickets for sale and information given at "a
Camp street. corner Common. under City Hotel
a. D. SHELDON, Agent.
Vice President and General Manager. mia
The New Orleans daily Democrat. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1877-1880, 1877-08-12

BEAUTIFUL EDITH. THE CHILD WOMAN. Psp'r.
Price 30 cents. Boston: Loring. New Or
leans: j. O. Eyrich
This is very pleasant English society novel
sweet love story. well written and OF pure moral
tone. The author has delightful style and q
fund OF quiet humor. It is an anonymou. pub
location, put the book has ample merit to justify
the author in disclosing his identity.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1877-11-30

ET Mrs Eliza Miller. of the city OF
New York who claims John Young
estate. consisting Of LOCO acres Of
land in Virginia, West Virginia; and
kentucky; also valuable property in
Philadelphia ard Alexandria a.,valued
az $50, 900, 900 by the estimate of Chas.
OConnor, lawyer. appeared Thursday
before the Commissioner OF deeds and
signed documents preparatory TO bring
ing suit in the Supreme Court for the
recovery Of those lands. some Of which
are now occupied 10y several large coal
and iron companions.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1877-11-30

IL At the annual meeting Of the stock
holders of the baltimore & Ohio Rail.
road, held in Baltimore on Monday OF
last week, the report Of the President
shows that the gross earnings of the
Main Stem, togetherwi all its branch.
cs for the year ending September so,
were Sl3. POS, $50 OS working expenses,
Sc, 226D54,S ST; net earnings, 1882, sos,
81. The gross earnings for 1877 shows
decrease as compared with 1876 of ST..
S22,2L5. 65. and as compared with 1875
Of $l.235.378 4S. The aggregate working
expenses Of the Main Stem with all Of
its branches and divisions were 62.28
per cent. Of the gross revenues, as a
gainst g. % per cent, for 1876. The
earnings Of the Msin Stem & tho branch.
es, stated in comparison with the fiscal
year I876,ha decreased 81 $50, 3lj, "a
and the working expenses have decreas.
ed $500, 464, sc, making q comparative
decrease in the net profits OF 1868, S32
IL. The profit and loss account shows
an increase for the past year of Sll6,-
GAG So.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1877-11-30

a NOBLE Boy DORIS A GALLANT
DEED.--A high-school hoy a; Spring
field, Mass, who was walking on Armo
~ street the other day. saw bull dog
holding its head low and frotbing at The
mouth. apparently NAL, and making
straight for five year-old boy who was
playing in the street. lle at once step
ped up 30 the child. and when the dog
reached him kicked it over, tbrottlcd
IL With one hand and killed it with 8
stick he was carrying. receiving during
the scufIie q bite in the wrist that left
three tooth IN ,rks. which he proceeded
Coolly to burn out with some matches
The child was uniniured,
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1877-11-30

al the Wy from California; Monster
d'sa,hs Aitfie .Oses.

While one OF our sportsmen was hunt.
ting lately in the Tree Pines country he
killed fawn and Left it on the ground
to go in pursuit OF other game. Keturn-
ing short time after he found, to his
amazement and horror. that huge SER
pent..was coiled around ,it@sbody. Judg.
ing from the mischievous look OF the
reptiles eyes, the nervous curving or its
neck. ADD the threatening poise Of its
elongated head that it would not sur.
render the prize without fight. the lruu.
ter concluded TO retreat and take aim ut
the glittering thief nj long range. Al
ter seating himself behind rock hun.
dred feet distant and getting his nerves
somewhat steadied for work. he blnzed
away and spent about twenty charges
of treble b. shot without any visible ef-
feet. Feeling his pulse. he concluded
from its rapid run he must be nervous.
The snake by this time had uncoile,i it
self from tho carcass and had twisted it.
self in the form Of a corkscre1. ready
for spring. With manly effort our
hero contrelieSt himself and gave firm
and steady pull at the trigger. The
serpen.'s head was nearly severed from
its body by the shot, and its form was
at once relaxed and stretched out prone
and pOwerlessnpo the ground. When
tue hunter consiiered it safe he advan-
csd to gotta closer view Of his victim.
and i'm stepping over the ground, found
it measured twenty feet i'm length. The
body was as large around as a child's
waist. While looking on and wonder
ing to what genus Of large serpents lit
belonged he was Mortified to see about
l20 small snakes twisting. Kissing and
emerging from nest close by. Each
particular hair of his heal stood on end,
and his legs were suddenly electrified
with wonderful motion as he slled,dtlled
like race.horse from the scene. THERE
is non-venomous serpent Of tho boal
family in California. but it attains full
growth only in warm climates. This
one was of uncommon size, and some of
its offspring may vet attract the atten"
ton Of naturalists -G.kroy (Cat.) .Aeio.