The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1878-06-19

for by the Bible. I claim that we know
nsthing of their base of measurement
and that the standal has increased since
those times, so that cubit might have
been very small measure of length.
Reporter-Mrs. Bates, / presume that
your large family enjoys good health9
Mrs. Bates-Excellent; we are never
sick, except perhaps, with slight colds,
like the one / now have. Your spring
seems cold to me, but understand that
this is exceptional weather, and am de-
termined to visit Minnesota some time
in the summer and see all the beauties
of the great country.
Reporter presume that you arc the
tallest lady in the world.
Mrs. Bates-While we we're abroad
the most eminent physicians and scien-
fists assured me that there was never
before a lady within eighteen inches of
my height.
Reporter-Excuse my inquisitiveness,
but how many yards of silk are there in
the dress you wear
Mrs. Bates-Well, this is rather scant
there are only sixty-hve yards in it.
My full evening reception dresses requi-e
eighty yards of material.
1uO I6DOIGbI uOb U6COHlS bpO III
inquisitive, but he saw the tiny tip of a
dress boot peepin, from under her skirt,
and mentally decided it was about a
narrow twelve"
OF their wedding and presentation to
the queen, the gentleman and lady gave
very interesting account. The we'd
ding took place on June IL OF st. Mar
tins Church, Trafalgar square, London.
As bridal tour they visited the Star
and Garter Hotel, few miles from the
city, and passed two days in that fash
iouable and expensive retreat.
"Itis a fine place." said the captain
"Our bill was over 917 and was as long
as my arm, every incidental being put
down. have it framed at home"
On returning to London they found
an order from the queen awaiting them,
requiring them to present themselves at
Rockingham Palace at one o'clock on
the 21st. They had previously appeared
before the Prince of Wales aud the
members of the Masonic Lodge, of
which he is q member, and it is proba-
bic that he had aroused bis mother
cUr;osity by his description of them.
At the appointed time they were
gracious]y received. there being present
the Priucesses Louise and Beatrice and
Prioces, ArShur and Leopold, besides
lords and ladies. The queen was some
what reserved, but asked them how they
liked the country and government com.
pered to those OF America. She made
tbem both bridal gifts, the captain re-
ceiviug a massive gold striking watch,
tbe case weighing nine ounces and the
entire watch oyer pound, while, with
the immense neck chain, the whole
weight is over three pounds. The
bride was presented with a splendid
diamond cluster ring, containing seven
large white jewels.
Reporter-How did you enjoy the
interview, captain?
Captain-I was thinking all of the
time how was to get out, as had beer
told that must back out bowipg. Pu
we were much relieved when the queer
arose and passed out of side door will
gracious nod. We were invited twic,
afCerward, when the queen evidentl,
desired to exhibit us to some of her re
lations, and she was then very cordial.
The reporter suggested that every
thing would have to move on q grande
scale in the world if there was to be
race of giants such as they.
eyes," responded the captain, "if
But"