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The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

A New York dispatch of the 5h, in
speaking OF the wonderful bridge over
the East River, says:
New plans have been adopted for the
accommodation of travel over the East
River bridge The great exposure to
accidents and great length OF the bridge
however, caused the chief engineer to
decide that tLrco sidewalks were neccs.
sary Two were accordingly adopted,
and by wldcnipg the whole bridge five
feet, two more wagon tracks were added
80 that the bridge will have two double
tracks, each eighteen feet and seven inch
eS in width for vehicles, two railroad
tracks, each thirteen feet wide, and cen
tral promenade for pedestrians also thir-
teen feet in width The railroad trains
will be attached to an endless wire rope
and propelled by a stationary engine on
the Brooklyn side.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12
WARNING ORDER,

Crawford Circuit Court.
John W. Snow, Plaintiff
against
sarah l.. SNOW, Defendant.
VIE defendant Sarah l.. Snow, is warned
l. to appear in this Court within thirty DAYS
and answer the "ompluint of the plaintiff.
ED. \. SCOTT, Clerk.
Feb. IL, 1873. lv,
Taylor N liucklcbcrry, for Plaintiff.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

The rule adopted by all the papers OF the
state, charming 10 cents line for all notices
and communications, advancing the claims
of candidates, seems 10 rs just AMI REASONABLE"
and we fall Into the ranks Our paper Is open
to MI aspirants at Toe. per line in advance,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

gs~ A st. Louis dispatch of the 9Th,
says that the cutting of freight rates to
the East, has reached an almost unprcc-
edontedly low figure. Fourth class
freight from st. Louis to New York, was
taken at ten cents u hundred, and flour
at twenty cents per barrel.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12
J. d. itAW KINS.

We are authorized to announce, TlIOM-
As ". MCGEE AS a candidate for Sheriff
OF Crawford County, subject To nomination
at the hands of Democratic County Conycn-
ton.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

nS- Vice President Wheeler has got
the neuralgia, and has gone to Piusburg,
to visit relations. The atmosphere Of
Washington is becoming too Hayse-y for
him.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12
Notice.

1--WE finn of A. NJ. CALLAHAN & co.
l. having been dissolved by the death of
A. NJ. Callahan, the business of the late firm
will be settled by the undersigned, surviving
partner.
All persons having demands against said
firm are requested to present the same; and
all persons indebted are requested to make
payment to
j. &. PRENTISS,
Attorney in fact of
HENRY PRENTISS.
Surviving Partner,
Van Buren,, March ., 1873. If
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

Gtr The number Of British subjects
in Constantinople is under 1000, and Of
this number not more than half are En-
rljshman.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

Rowland G. London,
Take Notice, That | will at the Spring
Term of the Crawford Circuit Court, make
application to rrinstatc record of deed by
yourself and Wife to me, of Your one sixth
interest in the \ +, ) w and the ) p y W "A
s. ~, I II, n Il 81 west, Craw ford county,
Ark.
RUFUS II. LONDON.
Feb. 10. 1878. 2w
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

soy- The Alma Herald of the 7th
says that DR.. c. I. Powe died on the 2Sth
ult., after protraeted Illness of nine
weeks.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

hereby announce myself As a Candidate
for sheriff Of Crawford County, Ark, sbn-
ieet to the action of the County Democratic
Convention,
Respectfully,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

Es' Judge Marks, member of the
Louisiana Electoral College. tolegraphs
that there is no prospect Of pardon for
,s@--,--4~..- IL a. =. ~ ,s- . --
trial has been postponed for two weeks.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

eF The declining health of the young
hlng Of Italy is causing considerable
nUeasiness.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

bg Lake Champlain has been frozen
over. Only twice since 1850 has it re
manned unirozen till this late.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12
COMMERCIAL
Tuesday, March II

Tuesday, March IL,
Business for the past week has been
only moderate, as is usual at this season.
Receipts of cotton have greatly fallen
off, the larger portion of the crop hav-
ing been marketed. Prices remain about
the same rs last week, say 6 to s cts.
Wheat and Flour have both declined.
Wheat may be quoted at S1,OO to Sl,lo
per bushel Flour, $50 to 1919 per sack.
Oats 25c Corn soc. Green apples IS to
S1.00. Irish Potatoes zoe Sweet Po-
tatocs 75c. Chickens $3.50 per dozen.
Butter, l5c Eggs Sc. Bacon 81 to 7c.
State Scrip, 10 to1oc.
County Scrip, 90 to 6oc.
Van Buren, Town, 70 to 75c.
COTTON MARKET.
st. Louis, March 8, log
New Orleans, lOs
New York, l0l
Memphis, log
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

~ Elk United States Senator Benia-
min Wade, Of Ohio, died at his homo on
the Cd i st
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

Ey The legislature of Kentucky re
quires persons to carry revolvers on the
outside Of their clothing.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

AF- ExPrcsident Grant is expected
TO arrive at Rome on the 18th inst.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

Corn is dime a bushel in Atchison
Kansas.
A big factory at Chester, Pa, makes
corn molasses.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

tE- Pay fer tie Pres. ga
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12
Notice.

Law Office Of Brown & Sou
lam. 81. lsIh.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1878-03-12

A special dispatch to the st. Louis Re-
publican of the 9th, from London,
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08
Edna's Answer.

Yes did say when you whispered
Words of love so sweet and low,
Come to me upon the morrow
And l answer yes or no?"
Now you've come, you're bending Ger me,
Swearing too by heaven above,
That the one to whom you're pleading
Is your first and only love.
Rollin Howard, you've deceived me,
You have played the towards part,
You must go, trust no longer
He who trifes with my heart.
Just an hour ago listened
While maiden, bowed with shame,
Told a story fraught with sorrow,
Told me of a furnished name.
Told how lured by ones sweet pleadingsi
Left her sunny southern home;
Now forsaken, hopes all scattered,
She is left alone to roam.
Standing there, her dark eyes flashing,
Anger stamped upon her face,
With her arm appraised to heaven,
You she cursed and all your race.
Think you now I'll trust my future
Unto you? no, nerer! Then
This my answer to your question,
eve must neuer NEE: again"
Vile deceiver! base imposter!
Leave me, ere like one who hurled
Curses on thy head, l too show
Thy true colors to the world.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08
Life's Disappointment.

Mr.. Grimes had an occasion to ride In
street Car the other day. All the seats
were occupied, except those owned by
parties standing up, and Grimes was
classed among the latter. AS he hung
tenaciousy to a strap pendant from the
car top, his attention was attracted by
the keenness with which lady close by
eyed him. Mr.. Grimes Immediately put
on his best countenance, brushed speck
of dust off the lapel of his coat, and
adjusted his eyeglasses. His hardest
stare and most winsome smile were APP
parently received with marks of appreci-
ton by the party on whom they were be-
slowed. The space of but a few moments
served to give him an opportunity he
longed for. The seat next the lady was
vacated, almost, it seemed, for Mr.. Grimes
particular benefit; at all events, he proved
himself equal to the occasion, and imme-
diately filed the vacancy
GLOW do you do, Mr. Grimes9" from
the lady, caused the heart of that gen.
tleman to thump against his ribs with
force that betokened the presence of
some strong emotion kindled in his
breast.
"You don't seem to recognize me-"
continued she, with sly look; "I'm Mrs.
Beeme; used to be Salle Quigby."
And Mr.. Grimes heart throbs i'm medi-
ately became reduced to dull, heavy
measure of time.
Mr.. Grimes looked out of the corners
of his eyes two or three times, and Mrs.
Beeme carefully removed a few wisps
of straw about the car floor with her
parasol.
81 haven't seen you for fifteen years."
said she slowly, and with something of
tremor in her voice.
mo" returned Mr.. Grimes, with some
show of feeling, 1--WE haven't met for tif-
teen years. Are-you-married" he
added, with sigh, and then ventured a
closer scrutiny of his companion.
"Y-e-s," she slowly sighed, and with
a quick look of inquiry, she asked,
"Are-are your
AS Mr.. Grimes gave long drawn out
utterance to an affirmative expression,
his chin sank upon his bosom. Pres
emily he found courage to inquire:
"How-how long have you been mar
rieda"
eleven years." she replied, lengthily
and with down cast eyes, show long have
youW
Seven years." and then assuming
something more of u business tone of
voice. he continued: "Got any chill
drenf"
-Four" said Mrs. Beeme, with down
ward infection of the voice. "How
many have youl"
Three replied Mr.. Grimes, as he
convulsively reached for the bell-strap
and gave it vicious pull Immediately
making'a break for the platform of the
cur.
AS Mr.. Grimes descended from the car
step he pulled his hat down savagely over
his eyes, and, as Mrs. Beeme watched af-
ter his rapidly diminishing figure she
heaved another sigh, and wistfully muir
INJURED, at might have been otherwise"
Cincinnati Tinses.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08
A Romantic Wedding Ceremony.

The steamship La Plass yesterday
landed at Castle Garden Mater Antoine
Lepporase, an Italian, aged 10, who could
not speak word Of English, and Catha-
rine Alligon, aged 10, French girl, who
could speak only French and English.
During the voyage Lepporase fell vio-
lently in love with Catharine, but he
could not make his passion known to her
except by his looks. lie had plenty Of
money and she WAS poor, and with much
art the Italian managed to let Cathsrins
know what good speculation she would
make by receiving his advances. She re-
sponded afterward Whom the pair
reached Castle Garden they made known
to Interpreter Mcpherson their woes and
wishes. Lepporase told Mcpherson that
if he was delayed another day in his de-
termination of marrying Catherine he
should 90 mad, insisted that the cers-
mony should be Immediately performed,
and demonstrated his financial ability to
care for bride. Catharine being will
ing, the pair were taken before Rev. Mr..
Berkmeyer, but he refused to marry them.
They we're then taken before Justice
Murray. He consented to join them.
Mr.. Mcpherson acted as interpreter, and
Mr.. Charles Washburn gave the bride
away. She looked pretty, and cried suf-
ficiently to make herself very interesting.
The ceremony was performed in the JUS
tees private room, in the presence of a
large crowd.-Nes York Tims.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08
TEMPLKs OF THE ANcIENrs.-In tn,

TEMPLES OF THE ANCIENTs.-In the
temples of the ancients, they often sus-
pend curtain before the statute of the
divinity, during the time when they
were not sacrificing. In the temple OF
Jupiter, at Olympia, there was curtain
of extreme value, beautifully woven with
wood, after the manner of the Assyrians,
and dyed with the Tyrian purple, which
was presented to the temple by Anti
ochus. When they would discover the
sacred statue to the eyes of the adoring
crowds that assembled within the walls
of the temple, the curtain was lowered,
as in the temple of Jupiter, at Olympia,
or raised as in that of Diana, at Ephesus.
Stuart, in his Antiquities of Athens,
thinks that the ancient veil of the tenn
pie was for the purpose of covering the
centre part of the hypSthros, which was
unroofed. This sort of curtain differs
from the celorivm Of the Romans, that
was used in their theatres and smphi.
theatres.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08
White and Yellow Corn.

Mr.. J. Averill, of Paw-Paw, Mich.
asks 'What is the relative value of
white and yellow corn for feeding pur-
poses, and especially for the fattening OF
pork9" l am sure do not know, and l
do not know any one who does know Sc
fully that We can accept his knowledge
with entire confidence that he is correct
and for the reason, in the first place, that
we have no accurate analyses of Indian
corn to the extent necessary to enable us
to decide whether white or yellow corn
contains the greatest amount of fattening
or carbonaceous substances. In the Sec
ond place, no doubt that soil, situation,
climate and latitude affect Indian corn,
as they are known to do wheat, and In
dian corn, like wheat, would be pretty
sure to take up more mineral matters
from the soil, aud more heterogeneous ones
from the soil and atmosphere together,
on strong, rich land, and under a long,
warm, summer climate, than on poor
soil, in a short, cool summer. We know
most Southern corn absorbs more water
in cooking than Northern corn, makes
better bread, and, if we accept the &C
counts of travellers as facts, we know
the national tortillds of the Mexicans to
be made of Indian corn solely, and, af-
ter being baked, to be tough and leath-
cry, as buckwheat cakes are. So far as
Illinois is concerned nine tenths of all
the corn grown is of the yellow varieties,
the preference for white corn being con-
fined to the southern part of the State
but those eaters of corn bread having
Southern antecedents are sure to choose
white corn meal, as those of Eastern are
quite as sure to select yellow meal for
culinary purposes. If our information
is correct the larger share of the corn
grown in the South is of the white vari-
cites, the white ones only being used for
bread, as the yellow ones are cultivated
and preferred in the North. Generally
speaking, then, on these grounds, I think
it may be safely assumed that Northern
corn contains most oil or starch and
Southern corn most mineral or albumi-
nous matter; that the former will pro-
duce the largest increase of adipose mat
ter in the shortest time, and the latter
will increase the size of TIE bones and
muscles most in the same way. -Corres-
pondenee Country Gentleman.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08

WITTY MANGvRR.-The Duke of
Grsmmont was the most witty courtier
of his day. He entered one day the closet
Of the Cardinal Mazarin without being
announced. His Eminence was amusing
himself by jumping against the wall.
To surprise Prime Minister in so boyish
an occupation was dangerous. A less
skillful courtier might have stammered
excuses aud retired. But the duke en-
tered briskly, and cried, "I'll bet you one
hundred crowns tina, jump higher than
your Eminence." And the duke and car
dinal began to jump for their lives.
Grammont took care to jump few inches
lower than the cardinal, and six months
afterward was Marshal of France.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08

THERE was little fellow who knew
Mother Goose better than he knew his
Bible. One Sunday he was asked in his
class, "Who was thrown into the fiery
furnacel" That was too much for him.
The question was passed. the answer
came promptly, "Shradrach, Meshach
and Abednego." This was mortifica-
ton to the little fellow, and when the
next question came, "Who put them int"
he answered with jump "Little Johnny
Gresn"
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08

ONLY TRITLEs.--When tempted to scorn
the little duties of our calling, let US
think of such sayings as the following
One day visitor at Michael Angeles
studio remarked to that great artist, who
had been describing certain little finish
ing touches" lately given to a statute,
"But these are only trifles." ut may be
so,' replied the sculptor, shut recollect
that trifles make perfection, and perfect
ion is no trife." In the same spirit the
great painter Poussin accounted for his
reputation in these words, because
have neglected nothing" 1t is related of
Manchester manufacturer that, on re-
firing from business, he purchased an es-
tate from certain nobleman. The ar
rangement was that he should have the
house with all its furniture just as
stood. On taking possession, however,
he found that cabinet which was in the
inventory had been removed, and on APP
plying to the former owner about it, the
latter said, swell, certainly did order
it to be removed, but I hardly thought
you would have caredfor so trifling mat
ter in so large a purchase" My lord
was the reply, "if had not all my life
attended to trifes, should not have been
able to purchase this estate; and, excuse
me for saying so, perhaps if your lord
ship had cared more about rifies you
might not have had occasion to sell it.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08

COLORADO has 100000 sheep and
GOO, 900 head Of cattle. While cattle
raising has always been profitable, it is
claimed that sheep pay greater percent
age of profit on smaller investment.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-08-08

EXERCISE FOR FowLs.-The Poultry
Herald thinks that confined chickens
should have exercise and amusement, and
says: GAS often as once a week through
the hot months of June and July it will
be found good plan to dig over and
turn up the soil, spade deep, in the earth
floors of your fowl houses, as well as
through the runs about the outside Of the
poultry quarters.
"This easy process affords means for
exercise again for the birds that are linn
tied to contracted space. A great num-
Der of worms, grubs, &c, are thus
brought to the surface, which the hens
and chicks will devour greedily, and
they will scratch for these vigorously.
"Ths method, if followed up three or
four times a month, will clean the prem
ises under foot and render the ground
healthier for the stock to wander over.
Before the earth is thus loosened and
mellowed scatter whole grain over it
oats, barley or whole wheat; and in this
way you may keep the stived-up fowls
busy, afford them needed exercise, purify
the earth under their feet and prevent
many viciously inclined hen from ac-
quiring the troublesome habit of pluck
ing the feathers from her more docile
companions necks."
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1878-07-27
Political Notes.

1t is now understood that Judge Long
worth will be nominated by acclamation by
the Republicans of the First District, and
that he will not refuse to be candidate
under such circumstances.
Forests friends claim that he is again
making good progress. and that his chances
are at this time as good as Sayler's.
In the Second District Banning's chances
are waning. Many of the self-styled leaders
are for him. but he has little strength among
the people in the wards who are head at
Conventions. Shanks chances are good,
and improving every day
The contest between Young, Kessler and
Kirby is getting to be a pretty even one.
The idea which prevailed some time ago
that Young would carry everything has
been dispelled. The opposition to him can
easily nominate man if united. I. G.
Campbell is regarded by many as the dark
horse.
Ex-Mayor Johnston, for Sheriff, has not
fairly commenced work, but believes he
can be easily nominated. This opinion is
shared by Tom Quinn, who stands ready
to verify it by any amount of hard work.
Hon. Fred. Klimper's friends are wonder
ing why he shouldn't be nominated for
Sheriff. They do not propose to make a
fight but TO hold him in readiness to help
the party out of trouble should an emelgen-
cy arise requiring his name.
There seems to be an impression that Mr..
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1878-07-27
NEW ORLEANS.
Ice Indignation - Yellow Fever -
Relieved of the Sub.
NAL Associated Press to the Star.

National Associated Press to the Star
New ORLEANS, July N.-A combination
of the dealers in Northern ice and the man
ufacturers of that article here has been in
existence for the past month or so. This
monopoly of the trade has arbitrarily forced
the price of ice up until it has now reached
the unprecedented sum of $50 per ton at
wholesale. In view of the existence OF yell
low fever, and the possibility of an cpl
demic, this outrageous extortlOn for nee
essary article has aroused the greatest indig-
nation among all classes of citizens. Yes
terday Mayor Pilsbury telegraphed to New
York, Boston, Memphis, Chicago and Mo-
bile, requesting proposals for supplying
large quantities of ice. To these dispatches
favorable replies have been received from
several cities, and considerable supply OF
ice is already en- route here. 1t is proposed
to sell this ice at cost price, thus placing it
within the reach of the poorer classes.
Much relief is felt that these arrange
ments have been concluded as an ice fam
inc at this time would entail untold suffer
ing.
Yesterday was clear and hot. Maximum
thermometer 9l0.
The official report yesterday gave the total
number of yellow fever cases up to 3 O'Clock
p. m. at thirty-seyen, an increase of four
teen since Thursday. Of these cases seven
teen have already proved fatal; two deaths
in the last twenty-four hours.
The members of the Potter Louisiana
Committee left for the North last Thursday
night.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1878-07-27
A ROuSing Rain.

National Associated Press to the Star
CHICAGO, July 27.-The rain Thursday
night was the heaviest for many years in
this city 1t was pouring down all night
and yesterday morning. Streets and base
ments were flooded. Considerable damage
was done by the inundation. The press
rooms of the Morning Times and Tribune
were filled with water, and the issue OF
those papers was delayed until or9 o'clock.
QUINCY, ILL, July 27.-One of the heavi-
est rain storms ever known here fell be-
tween noon Thursday and midnight. Four
and a half inches of rain fell The sewers
failed to carry off the food, and great dam
damage was done to the streets and many
houses. All trains on the several roads
were delayed by washouts
CAIRO ILL, July PA heavy rain fell
here yesterday morning, and the mails from
the north were delayed.