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Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

handles of light agricultural implements
Its incombustibility is so great that 1t is
peculiarly suited for the flooring OF
buildings intended to be fireproof.
Ii is said the willow is not indigenous
to either Europe or America, but seems
if tradition may be relied upon, to have
been accidentally introduced into both
countries. The poet Pope is credited
with having raised the first willow in
England, from slip sent him from
Constantinople by Lady Mary Wortley.
And 1t is claimed that, nearly two hum
dred years ago, gentlemen in New
York, received a package from Babylon
which contained living shoot. This
he planted; it grew and flourished, and
and in two years became quit" tree.
1t was the first willow seen in America.
The willow leaf bears strong resem-
blance 10 the olive, both being lanceolate
they are both, too. long lived trees;
but, while the olive is peculiarly a
Southern tree, the willow fourishes in
all climates, being found even inside
the Frigid Zone, where, of course, it is
only a mere shrub.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
Writing for the Press.

Waste no time on introductions.
Don't begin by laying out your subjects
like Dutch flower garden, or telling
your motives for writing. The key
note should be struck, ifpOssible, in the
very first sentence. A dull beginning
often damns an article; spicy one
whets the appetite, and commends what
follows to both editor and reader.
Above all, stop when you are done.
Don't let the ghost of your thought
wander about after the death of the
body. Don't waste moments time in
vindicating your production, against
editors or critics, but expend your
energies in writing something which
shall be its own vindication.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

Photographic Lenses.-A writer in one
of the British journals of photography
says that to obtain superior represen-
tations of machinery-a speciality of so
much importance in the present con-
duct of trade-a good selection of lenses
is, in the first place, of prime necessity.
The size of the picture required is gen.
orally fixed upon beforehand, and, as
the standpoint is often of limited area,
If not absolutely fixed, there are not
afforded, in this class of work, the
opportunities that landscapists enjoy in
the selection of their point of view.
The lenses, therefore, in this case,
should be chosen fer their focus, and
not from their being wide or narrow
angled, quick or slow; the latter quali-
ties are, OF course, TO govern the artist
i'll deciding, but focus of the various
lenses should so rise, step by step, that,
wherever the point of view may be
chosen or fixed upon, one lens may be
found among the series which will take
the picture the required size; and, the
lens being selected, the diaphram used
should be the largest which it is pos
sible to employ with the aid of a swing
back.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
A Dangerous Present.

The Gar sent the Shah of Persia a
krupp gun. The present was landed
at Enzili, on the Caspian Sea, but it
took months labor by regiment oil
the Persian army to get the cannon to
Teheran. Arrived there, day was
appointed to fire it. The court and al
most the entire population of the city
assembled. Bang. went the cannon,
away scampered half the multitude, and
down tumbled the minaret off one of
the city gates, near which the gun had
been placed. But there was another
disaster. In an hours time messen-
ger arrived from village five miles
away, and reported that its inhabitants
were bewailing the loss of their mosque.
The cannon ball from the cannon had
struck the building and ruined it. The
Shah was so dismayed by the effect that
he never permitted the cannon to be
fired off again.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
Oyertasking the Energies.

1t is not advisable for any of US to overtask
our energies. cvrporeal or mental but in the
eager pursuit of wealth or fame or knowledge.
how many transgress this sslsrary rule 1t
must be a matter OF great importance to all
who do so t. know how they can regain the
vi or 50 recklessly expendei. The remedy is
neither costly nor difficult to obtain Hostel
RS Stomach Bitters is procurable IN every
city. town snd settlement IN America. and 1t
compens stes for a dram of bodily or mental
energy more effectually than any invigorant
ever prescribed or aivertieed- Laboriny men.
athletes, students, journalists. lawyers. cler
gymen, physic ans. all bear testimony to its
wondrous Y renovaiing powers. 1t increases
the cspabi tiles for undergoing ia igue, and
count Facts the mi urious effects upon the
system of exposure, sedentary habits, IN
healthy or wesrying avocations, or an in alu-
brlous climate. and is prime Alternative, d.
uretic and blood depurent
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
The Willow and its Uses.

The manufacture of willow ware
goods In the United States, says a con-
temporary, though a growing business,
is far from being as extensive as it ought
to be, but what, perhaps, is most to be
regretted is that more than two-thirds
of the material used is imported from
Europe at an annual cost of 1000, 900.
The demand for willow is a constantly
increasing one, and it is so easily culti-
waited that it would appear as though it
particularly recommended itself to far
mers living on bottom lands. Few
crops are more cheaply raised, it re-
quires no wedding, and willow once
cut sprouts Immediately from the stump
in many places. The better class of
basket willow, however, is only success
fully produced with careful cultivation
on a rich, well drained soil. Under
such conditions it is profitable crop,
capable of netting at least $50 year to
the acre, and certainly it is well worth
the attention of our farmers.
Why, for instance, should not boys
and young men, who live where there
is wet or swampy land, strike out and
plant willow plantations? The trial
costs but little, and, as the willow is a
rapid growing tree, the results are soon
evident. Preparing the shoots for sale
can neither be very difficult nor require
much time. Surely there are other ways
for farm boys TO make money beside
raising hay, corn, oats and potatoes. 1t
would be nearly impossible to eDumer-
ate the articles manufactured from the
willow twig. As it is, il is estimated
that 200 different articles are construc-
ted from its shoots-the manufacture of
chairs, sofas and baskets being the most
common use to which they are put by
the New England manufacturers at
least. The demand fer willow furniture
especially for summer residences, is
steadily on the increase, and, as they
are SO light, so easily transported from
place to place, and withal SO strong and
comfortable, they are likely TO have a
yet greater patronage every year.
In Europe, the timber of a certain
kind of willow is used for many pur-
poses. 1t is sawn into boards for floor
ing and into scantlings for rafters.
Wherever lightness, pliancy, elasticity
and toughness are required, willow
wood is peculiarly adapted; hence it
is in request for paddle wheel floats and
for shrouding water wheels. 1t is used
in lining carts for conveying stoves and
other heavy materials, as it does not
splinter, and the same quality renders
II fit for guard posts or tenders. Turner's
and tray makers find many uses for
willow wood, and it is employed in
making shoe lasts, light ladders and the
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

SCRAP BAG.-As a change from the
crocheted cotton bag, l will give de-
scription of an ancient wOrk-bag which
is very pretty:
Take two colors of worsted, such as
wood brown and blue, or brown and
green, in shades. Shades of crimson
and stone color are also beautiful COM
bined. Knit an oblong or square piece,
according as YOU wish the size and
shape TO be. Knit back and forward so
that both sides will be alike, and at a.
proper distance from the top knit eye
lets TO put the drawing ribbon through.
Sew the sides together and draw the
bottom together and finish with bows
of ribbon. Make two hoops of rattan
and fasten inside, one about the middle
and the other midway between the
bottom and middle. They can be washed
as easily as cotton.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

The CosT OF FENCING.-The fences in
the United States are reported to be
worth l,S00, ,000, 900, or $45 per head
for each inhabitant. The expenses ne
eessary to keep them good is at least
500, ,O00, 600. Major Brisbane, of the
United States Army, estimates the an
nual destruction of timber in the
United States at $500, 900 acres, and
that one-haif this immense area Is re-
quired for fencing alone. However
true this statement may be, and we can
not help regarding it as a wild state
ment, it is nevertheless true that
fencing is one of the most expensive
items the farmer has TO deal with. The
increasing scarcity of timber in the
West has caused the total abOlishment
of fences over large areas. Barbed
wire, in its various forms for fencing,
now constitutes an immense and con-
stantly increasing business. 1t seems
to be the best substitute yet found for
either pOst-and-rail or board fences.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
Ix rur united States the harvests (

In THE United States the harvests for
the year are on the whole eminently
satisfactory. Thus our yield of wheat,
which in 1876 was PSI, 600, 600 bushels,
rose last season to 325, 900, ,OO0. The
quantity of corn is computed at $780,
900, 900 bushels of corn, representing
gain of about 10000, 600 bushels. In
view of all the ,acts here stated. there
is no doubt the foreign demand for our
productions will exhibit large in
crease during the the next five or six
months, and that the existing situation
is peculiarly favorable TO the American
agriculturist.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

HELP FOR WHooPING CoUGH.-Cut in
small pieces large red onion, put it in
bottle with piece of assafoetida hall
the size OF nutmeg, cover with good
whisky, shake well, and it is ready for
use; weaken, sweeten, and give accord
ing to age, three or four times a day.
Mix Railways Relief with sweet oil /;
bathe the chest, stomach, sides and
backbone before going to bed, and take a
drop or two inwardly in syrup of
honey
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
The GIVER'S REWARD.

Who gives and hides tine giving hand
Nor counts on favor, fame or praise.
Shall find his smallest gift outveighs
The burden of the sea and land.
Who gives to whom hath naught been given,
His gift in need though small indeed
As is the grass-blsde's wind-blown seed,
Is large as earth and rich as heaven
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

SrLvERCAKE.-Three cups sifted -four,
one-and-a-half OF sugar, one egg, one
teacup of sweet milk, two tablespoon
fuls of butter, three tablespoonfuis of
yeast powder. Flavor with vanilla or
lemon, to taste. Beat the butter and
sugar TO cream, add to it the milk and
egg, well beaten, then add the extract.
Mix with this, very slow, three cups of
flour in which the baking powder has
been well mixed. Bake in quick oven.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

"RIsE, Geordie," said an industrious
small farmer in our neighborh0Od TO
his cowherd the other morning, ''rise,
Geordie, for the suns up." 'It's time
for him." retorted the youthful herd,
yawning and rubbing his eyes, ''for he
was ma up a. yesterday" We do not
question, considering the state of the
weather, but that Dean Swift would
have dubbed Geordie a wit.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

CHEAP FRUIT ITCAKE.--Seyenteen ounces
of brown sugar; five eggs; one pound
OF raisins; one pound OF currants; one
iourtf pound OF citron; one heaping
teaspoonful OF soda; one half cupful OF
molasses; one tumblerful of sweetened
vinegar-lus use that from picked peaches
or pears; one tablespoonful cloves: one
tablespoonful of cinnamon; one nut
meg; one pound of -four. This will
keep one year.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

CALF's LIvER.-Cut long strip of fat
pork an inch wide, inclose il in the
middle of the liver, and lay the two
sides completely Tapped over, and tie it
take sauce, gravy, or any drippings
from roast meat and put it IN sauce
pan with short handle. When the
sauce is hot place the liver in the pan
and cover tight, and let it stew over the
fire about an hour and a half; then
place in the oven for half IN hour, and
II is Drowned little and very tender
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

NEW SOCIAL game in West Virginia
the '.mum social' to wit. An admission
fee is charged, and after the ladies and
gentlemen are all in they must not
speak. When all are seated about the
room the gas is turned down. and when
one of the parties squeals the gas Is
turned on, and she has to tell what she
was squealing about. If she refuses to
tell then she is fined, and the fine is
usually paid by the young man that sits
next to her.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

The manner of milking exerts a
powerful influence on the productive
ness of the COW. A slow and careless
milker, or one whose treatment is harsh
will soon dry up the best of cows. The
animal must be approached gently,
never struck or abused, while the
operation of milking should begin
gradually, steadily increasing in ra-
pidity until all is drawn. If the milk
ing is performed in the stall it is good
plan to feed at the same time with roots
or hay.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

REGULAR feeding, even if not gener-
Gus, is better than food given in excess
for few days, and then stinted, or food
given plentiiully, but at irregular
periods. Animals do not thrive unless
perfectly contented, and never per-
mitted to get hungry. The same hours
for feeding should be kept regularly
throughout the whole season.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

WHILE Tripod and his wife were sit
ting in the theatre last night, he nudged
her in the ribs and said: ''There comes
the reindeer" when she with troubled
look on her face, glanced at her lavender
cOlored silk dress, and exclaimed, land
you didn't bring an umbrella"
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

An excellent cement for foot-walks may
be made by mixing enough of Portland
cement or good hydraulic lime in
warm solution of glue to make thick
paste. The mixture must be applied
when it is warm. Walks made of il are
very durable, and keep in good con-
dition under exposure to great changes
of temperature. This cement is useful
also for uniting portions of fountains,
&c
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

HAIR lNvIGoRAToR.-Bay rum, one
pint; alcohol, one-half pint; castor oil,
one-half ounce; carbonate of ammonia,
one-quarter ounce; tincture of can
tharides, one-half ounce; mix them
well. This mixture will promote the
growth of the hair and prevent it from
failing out.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

LORD MAYO imported female emu.
While his lordship was away from home
she laid an egg, and his perplexed
bailiff writing to inform him of the Oc-
currence, began his letter as follows ::
''In the absence of your lordship I put
the egg under the greatest goose | could
find -
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

A BRIGHT STORY is told of the accom-
plished wife-now dead-of General
Hooker. When she was the admired
Miss Groesbeck, OF Cincinnati, she was
once at an evening party when a
fashionable young dandy was asked if
he would like to be presented to her.
"Oh, yes" said he, languidly, "trot her
out" The lady overheard the remark,
and when he was presented, she ad-
justed her eyeglasses deliberately and
slowly scanned his clothing from boot
to collar. The survey finished, she
waved her hand and carelessly said ::
'Trot him back, have seen all there is
of him."
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
ACHES AND PAINS.

For heada he, y hether sick or srvous: RI u
matism slumbago. aims and weak eSs Ia the
back, spine OF kidneys. pans around the liver
pleurfsy. swell ings Of he joints, pains In the
bowe $. he rtburn and pains Of all kInds. Rad
VS. kea iy relief Will an r mmedi te raSe
and its continue use for a few days effect
permanent cure. Price - cents.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

All those troublesome scsly, itching pimply,
blotchy. humid eruptions of the skin, d NOM
mated letter. Erysipelas Acne, etc, that are
SO unsightly and annoying. arc quickly and
effectuslly cured by the simple application Of
HieSkeLfs letter Ointnaerst, a remedy that has
proved itself 10 Possess wonderful healing
powers, curing hundr DIS Of cases that hal re-
sisted all other treatment. even that of the
best professional talent of the country. Il
only needs a trial to prove Its virtues. Sold 50
cents per box !; sent by mail for 60 Cts
JOHNSTON HOLLOWAY ( Co., COZ Arch st, Phila
DR. CIV. BENSON'S CELERY d CHAMO-
NEIL PILL1S prepared expressly TO cure Sick
Headache, Nervous Headache, Dyspep ptic Headache,
Neuralgia, Nervousness and sleeplessne-s and will
cure any Price 5Oc, postage free. S.ld by all
Druggists. Office. No. loo n. Eutav St. Baltimore
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

CLEAR fields and smooth roads are ne
cessary when machinery is used. All
work to this effect done now will be
doubly repaid in saving of time, labor,
and repairs in harvest time, or in the
preservation of the machines.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

The editor of child's paper received
letter from a lady subscriber recently,
in which was written: ''Our Annie
died last week, after reading the last
number of your valuable paper"
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
no,ners. no,ner. Mo,her..

Dent fail to procure MRS wINSLOw'S
SOOTHING SYRUP for all diseases Of teeth
ing in children II relieves the child from
pain, cures wind colic, regulates the bowels,
and by giving relief and health to the child
gives rest to the mother.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

Perfectly tasteleSs. elegantly coated. for Il.
cure OF all disorders OF the stomach. liver. bow
els, Kidneys, bladder. nervous dlSeas s. head
ache. cOnStipati n, Indigestion. dyspepsia bil
iOusness. hil 0us fever, nnammaiiN OF The bow.
.s, piles, and ali deran ements OF he internal
EtScera- rranted 70 effect a l<,Sitive cure
Price rs cents per box
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

THAT isolation of farm life, which is
mourned over by so many farmers sons,
is-the fruitful nest wherein are Matched
most of the successful statesmen, mer-
chants, editors, artisans and orators.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

CAN the chap at the theatre who in
sists on beating time to the orchestra
with his feet be spoken of as "man
who has no music in his sole!''
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
What "A Dr. Saws.

Il affords me p p'easure to state that Durang q
Rheumatic Remedy gives splendid satisfsction.
1t is the only remedy prescribe for rheums-
tism. 1t never fails.
GEO. ii. WALKER. NJ. D..
Staunton, Va.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
Schenck', PuImonic Syrup

will at once relieve and loosen q tight cough.
and Is such an agreeable remedy that children
will take 1t without being cos1ed. A cold on
the lungs, il consumptiou is not already de-
veloped. may be easily mastered by the use of
Schenck's Pulmonic Syrup.
For sale by all drugsis
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

"CAN a cat coupt?" asks Connecti-
cut paper. Yes, we've known some of
'em to figure pretty extensively on the
back fence in the solemn night.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

IT Is PROBABLY some satisfaction TO a
mule to know that while he cannot soar
as high as the lark, he can sing just as
loud, and kick very much sorer.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

WHEN a man returns home at night
and kisses his wife with more than
ordinary tendOrness she may be pretty
certain that he has been in mischief.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30
CORRUPTING THE SOLIDS AND
VITIATING THE FLUIDS.
Kidney and Bladder
Complaints,

Urinary nd Womb Diseases, Gravel. Diabetes
Drop y Stoppage OF Water. IncOntIuence OF
Uni e. Brigh 5 Disease, Allumlnuria and IN all
cases where there are briCk-dUst de- OSits or the
water is thick, cloudy. mixed with substances
Ike the white o, an egg, or threads Ike while
silk or there Is a mnTbid. dark. b lUuS ppear-
ance and white bune- dust deposit. and when
there is pItcSing. burning sensation wIvn
passing water, and pain IN the small OF the back
and long thr lOinS. sold by druggists. PklCE.
ONE DOLLAR.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

WHAT parts of the body are the most
useful TO carpenters?- ?-The nails.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

BILIOUS AFFECTIONS LIVER COMPLAINTS.
CosTIvESEss, &c, are speedily removed by DIR.
Jaynes Sanative Pills. They will be found
mild and certain in their action, and may be
taken at any time without risk from exposure
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

'DocToR, how shall / go to work to
expand my chest?" asked a miserly
merchant OF his physician. "By en-
larging your heart" said the doctor.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

WHEN is the pig the heaviest?-When
he is led.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

Those answering An Advertisem ent vii
confer a favor upon the Advertiser and the
Publisher by stating that they saw the adver-
tisement in this journal (nsming the paper
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1878-01-30

VoTIvE ofIerings-Election bribes.
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Railways Ready Relief
BOWEL COMPLAINTS,

LooseneSs. n rhCea. Chn e-1 Nor , or al
fui discharges frOm IN bow ar stopped In
d te or Iw II y mi utes by TAXI RaiWa 5
kea iy Re ief- NO OngeStiOn or infiamma on
low akin IS or laS,ltu Z. will follow th use Of
the r r. Relief