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The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

II is not often that an entire city is Of
fered for sale, but just now there is a fine
chance for some ambitious speculator at
Marsala, Sicily, which is now on the mar
ket. 1t is famous for its wines, and its 35,-
600 inhabitants have posted on its walls the
announcement that they wish to dispose of
it because unable any longer to bear the
burden of taxation that is laid upon them.
The name means Port of God," and here
is an opportunity for somebody with vast
estates but no title to exchange some of the
one for considerable of the other.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17
SCIENTIFIC.

A METHOD has been introduced In soms
Of the Russian and German rolling mills,
With view to cutting the rails always Of
exactly the same length. The glowing
rails are looked at through a dark glass;
when they have cooled to certain tempera-
ture, they can no longer be perceived
Using dark blue or orange yellow glass,
for example, the rails may still be at red
glow, when the light radiated from them
disappears in the dark glass. 1t may be
considered that the light from two rails
observed through the same dark glass dis
appears at the same temperature, and thus
one is guided to cutting the tails while in
this state, each rail after rolling being al
lowed to cool till it can no longer be seen
at given distance through the dark glass,
and thus they can all be cut of the same
length. Though the certainty of the
observations is little affected by variations
in the general lillumination-dark and bright
weather, &c.-glasses of various shades
Of color may be used to suit the occasion.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

ANOTHER explosive substance has been
brought to notice by the inventor of the
far-famed dynamite, but which is still more
powerful than the latter. 1t is called by
the name of explosive gelstine," on ac-
count of its aspect, which closely resem-
BILE gelatin. The substance is composed of
"a to So per cent. Of nitro glycerine, and
six or five per cent. of collodion, mixed to-
gether. 1t is also described as viscous, but
can be easily cut with a knife or with
scissors, and placed in cartridges or shells.
Dynamite, it is known has the disadvan-
tages of being alterable by water-when it
is moist the nitro glycerine separates from
the absorbent. The new compound, how
ever, does not give the least symptom of
exudation; it is impermeable to water,
which does not at all affect the nature or
degree of its explosive properties. The
mode of infaming this explosive gelatine is
the saIue us in the case Of dynamite, and its
power is alleged to be at least fifty per cent.
greater.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

An account is given in the French jour-
nails of new and interesting invention,
namely, method of producing cloth
from glass, which has some special advan-
tages over ordinary textiles; that is, it is
produced in all colors and of different
strengths, and Is also incombustible, this
latter property rendering it valuable for
those who have to work near fire or
flames. 1t is also adapted for ladies' dresses,
and for other purposes, in place of silk, as
it is said to be more glossy and lustrous,
and is moreover easily washed. 1t is stated
to have al the appearance characteyizing
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

ATTENTION has been called by Prof
Schmick to the fact that his theory of the
existence of regular periodical changes of
the level of the sea, and especially of a
secular movement from the northern to the
southern hemisphere, is apparently sup
ported by the conclusions of the astronomer
Nyren. The latter has shown that the lat
ter has shown that the latitudes of all well
determined observatories in the northern
hemisphere have slightly diminished since
observations began. This phenomenon is,
according to schmick, easily explained by
the hypothesis that the water of the South
ern Ocean is now about perhaps two feet
deeper than it was hundred years ago
which hypothesis accords precisely with the
conclusion to which he was led by the en-
tirely different course of reasoning promul-
gated by him some years ago in his works
on floods, &c.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

AN improved ventilator for dwelling
houses has been exhibited before the Socie-
ty of Arts London, the apparatus consisting
of a tube about twenty-five inches long,
bent upon itself, in a somewhat syphonoid
form; it is, however, more than syphon,
being composed of an ascending, descend
ing, then ascending channel amounting,
as it were, to syphon and half, the
object of this being partly to reduce the
length of the tube to its present height, as
well as to increase the strength of the cur
rent through it. Impure or vitiated air in
q room may be carried off as fast as it is
generated there-either night or day-by
placing this efflux ventilator in the breast
work of the chimney just beneath the cell
ing, with one opening communicating with
the room and the other with the smoke fue.
The size of this ventilator is such that it
will convey away the impure air of half q
dozen persons ss fast as it is expired or
breathed into an apartment of ordinary
size.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17
THROWING THE SHOE.

One of the best known customs con-
nscted with shoes is that of throwing them
after a wedding party on their way from
church or elsewhere. 1t is, say the au-
thors of Lancashire Folklore, a relic of
Anglo-Saxon or Danish usages, along with
many other wedding usages of ancient
origin. The Lancashire custom is to throw
an old shoe on leaving the house to be
married, as preventive of future unhap-
piness, and an omen of good luck and pros
perity. In Norfolk it is also the custom to
tarow the shoe after the wedding party on
proceeding to the church. In Yorkshire,
according to a writer in Homes Table
Book, in 1927, there was a custom called
''trashing,' - which signifed pelting people
with old shoes on their return from church
on the wedding-day. Crashing had at
first some rdison d'ete, but as time went on
this became forgotten, and the custom was
Unfortunately practiced among the lower
orders. The Kentish custom is for one of
after which the bridesmaids run, she who
who gets it believing that she will be mar
ried first. She in turn throws it among the
men, the man who receives the blow being
also destined for marriage before the
others A custom not very dissimilsr used
to prevail among the noble Germans in the
past. The bride on being conducted to
the bride-chamber used to take of her
shoe, and throw it among those who were
near, every one striving to catch it, and the
successful one accepting it as an omen Of
his or her early and happy marriage.
There is an old rhyme still extant, which
gives an early date to this custom of throw.
ing shoes at weddings:
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17
READ THE CERTIFICATEs.
One Thousand Dollars will be paid if they are not
all Genuine.
SEVERE KIHEUMATISM,

State of New jersey. Bergen County. Township OF
Haekensack, IS.
Thomas Johnson, of said township, being duly
sworn, doth depose and say, that he has been
year, and WIS SO bad that he could scarcely walk
being bent almost double and was utterly unable
to do any work. Having heard of tine wonderful
cures made by DR.. Tobias Venetian Liniment, he
was induced to try it, and after using it a short
time was able to go to work again. after being
unable to do anything for nearly year.
I. JOHNSON.
Sworn to before me.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

IMPROVEMENTS in photography, relating
to the production of Photographic pictures
on woven fabrics, having been announced,
the. Photographic News expresses itself as
unable to discern difficulty in the produc-
ton of such prints in the ordinary way,
and it cannot conceive why artisans in this
line do not take up more generally the mat
ter of fabric printing. 1t thinks that hand
kerchiefs, doiies, mats of all descriptions,
serviettes, fans, and hundred other things
of the kind might be ornamented or marked
by the aid of photography; and thus, if a
photographer could supply set of doilies
impressed with the portraits of eminent
persons, such as statesmen, artists, authors,
actors, &C., or should ornament scree~
mats, and similar articles with pictorial
photographs of one kind or another, such
novelties would undoubtedly become quite
popular-nor would the application of this
process to such article necessarily add much
to their cost.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

heavy SILK, and is soft and elastic like the
latter. Its usefulness, however, must Of
course depend, in great degree, on its
durability,
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17
J. H. BRINcKERHoFF, Justice Of Peace.


DR.. ToBIAs-I wrote to inform you that sse
child of friend oil mine was cured of Group af-
ter being given up to die by three physicians. Ono
hour after your Venetian Liniment was used it
was out OF danger. | hope You Will publish this,
so that mothers may know they have remedy for
this terrible complaint / lost a child by croun
previous to hearing Of your Lniment, but now
never feel alarmed, as | have your medicine al
ways in the house. have also used it for pains,
sore throat, etc, and always found it to cure.
JEREMIAH CASEY,
II North Moore ST. eet New York
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

This custom has of late been very gener-
ally revived, and is now as popular at fash
ionable London weddings as among our
more superstitious country folk. A writer
in an old number of Notes aad Queries sug-
gests that it was symbol of rsnunciation
of dominion and authority over the bride by
her father or guardian; and the receipt of
the shoeby the bridegroom, even if acciden-
tai, an omen that that authority was trans
ferred to him.-AH the Year Round.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17
TO THE LADIES.

Certificate Of the Surgeon of the Royal Mail
Steamer America.
This is to certify that have used and recon-
mended DR. Tobias Venetian Lniinent, and have
found it useful in variety Of cases. II also gives
unfailing relief from the annoyance and irritation
consequent on mosquito bites, and Prevents
mark being lett.
J. A. GRAHAM, N. r, C. s.,
Of London.
Royal Mail Steamship America, jersey City,
July 2Sth.
Thousands of other certificates can be seen At
the Depot
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1879-05-17

,152 South Sixth Street, Philadelphia, Pa:
have used for wears Dr. Tobias Venetian Lni.
ment for dysentery, dyspepsia, and often taken a
teaspoonful in wineglaSs of water, 10 tone tho
stomach and allay fatigue. l found it invigorat-
ing and perfectly innocent. SO recommend it with
confidence. GEORGE W. JONES.
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This is to certify that have used Dr. Tobias
Venetian Liniment for dysentery, toothsche, cuts
pains in the limbs &C.. and always with imme-
diate relief. recommend it to the public as a
remedy which will never fail them. No family
should ever be without it.
A. V. APPLEGATE.
South Amboy New Jersev
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The daily Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1878-1???, 1879-08-08
AFRICAN EXPLORATIONS.

The extraordinary interest taken in Atri-
can travel and explorations, by the entire
reading world, is phenomenal. That quar-
ter of the globe has not only been the thea
ter of some Of the grandest achievements
and adventures in the annals Of human
travel, but has been the subject of an ipfn-
itude of books. But the people do not tire
of reading of this wonderful continent, and
hence the supply of literature is inadequate
to the want The latest contribution to his
toric literature on this subject, is the new
book by Hon. J. T. Head!ey, giving in
graphic and thrilling detail the Achieve
ments of Henry NJ. Stanley-thc greatest,
most successful and daring explorer of this
or any other time. Mr.. Headley's expert
encc, scholarship and literary ability well
fit him for this task, and Stanley
is fortunate in having the story Of his deeds
told by so skillful hand. Mr.. Headly
will be remembered as the author of those
fascinating works of nearly a generation
ago:-"Napoleon and his Marshalls" and
"Washington and his General" They
created a marked sensation at the time,
and have since held their place in litera-
ture as standards Of entertaining biography
and descriptive writing They are guaran-
tees of the valne and great interest of the
new work, which will also be rendered
doubly interesting and saleable by nearly
100 full page illustrations representing
African scenes and adventures. The pco-
pie will welcome this work to their libra
ries.
1t is sold by subscription, and informa-
ton can be had as to terms, etc. from N.
D. Thompson & Co., publishers, st. Louis.
Mo. We advertise them in another col
umn.
The daily Cairo bulletin. (Cairo, Ill.) 1878-1???, 1879-08-08
STEAMBOAT INSPECTION.

That the reader may understand the or
deal to which upward bound steamers,
coming from infected ports, are to be sub
jected, we give below the letter of DR..
Rauch, Of this city, addressed to Health
Commissioner Francis, Of st. Louis:
CAIRO, August 4, 1870.
Charles W. Francis, Health Commissioner, St
Louis No.
Ny DEAR SIR Il have just read the
Geographic correspondence between us as
published. In order to insure clearer
understanding than kilograms sometimes
convey, take the pains to write you lit
tie more in detail. Steamboats, at present
clearing from an infected port-New Or
leans e, must first comply with the reg
ulations of the National Board, and are
then furnished with a bill ofhealth, stating
condition of boat, cargo passengers officers
and crew. as veil as the port and vicinity.
On the arrival at the inspection station
below Cairo, she is boarded, reinspected
and, if found in good sanitary condition in
every respect, the fact is so Endorsed on the
bill of health and she is allowed TO proceed
to the port of her destination. She should
there undergo another inspection at q
proper pOint-your quarantine station, for
| instance, for your portland, If still found
healthy and clean there would be the mini
mum of possible risks in then allowing her
| to 60 on to the city. Should we find sick
| ness or any other good reason for action on
board at this inspection station, the sick or
suspicious cases would be removed to the
hospital for treatment or observation Bag
gage, state rooms, cabins and all accessible
parts Of the boat would be thoroughly dis
infected. and the facts ndorsed upon her
health bill before she was
allowed to proceed. Such Endorsement
would, Of course. put you
on your guard, and you would deal with
her on arrival as circumstances might die
tate. Boats refusing to be inspected and
disinfected, etc, Unnecessary, will be prompt
ly reported by telegraph to all points be-
tween inspection station and port of distina-
ton inclusive.
By this course it is hoped to secure the
largest and most perfect inspection with
the least impediment to travel and traffic.
We began the inspection system here with
out waiting for New Orleans, as it was
necessary some one should take the initia
tive, Hereafter the system as detailed
allowed will be carried out faithfully and
it is to be hoped another inspection station,
say at Vicksburg, may be established
soon. Hastily but truly yours,
JOHN II. RAucH.
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TRUSTEES SALE.

WHEREAS, William W. Thornton and Martha
NJ Thornton by their certain Trust Deed dated
May the 2jth, A. ID 1857 and recorded In the Record
ers Office In Alexander County. in Book " ." Page
ash and did convey 10 the undersigned az Trustee
the premises hereinafter described TO secure the
payment Of seven promisory notes for the sum Of
one thousand (i0O0) dollars each and payable re
spcetiyey in four ~ five (5) six IG) seven ca eight
49, nine (g and ten l0) years from date, with inter
est al the rate OF ten per cent per anpum payable
semiannualy from date and whereas five ~ OF said
notes are now due and unpaid with intercs. on
same from the 2Sth Of May A. ID. lisa TO this date
And whereas the legal holder OF said notes has
called upon the undersigned 10 sell the premises
hereinafter described to satisfy said notes and inter
eat.
Now therefore in pursuance Of the terms Of
said Deed Of Trust the undersigned will,
oNTHURsDAYTHE 18th DAY OF SEPTEMBER
A. ID. 1872
between the hours Of ten i0) O'Clock A. NJ. and 5
O'Clock p. N. of said day, on the premises herein.
after described in the city of Cairo, Ills proceed
to sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for
cash. the following described Real Estate. to.wit
Lots number nine (9ltcn l0) eleven ul) twelve Q2)
and thirteen O3) In block number sixteen DO In
the first addition TO the city Of Cairo, Illinois a.
plated by the Trustees of Cairo City Property
situated In The County Of Alexander, Illinois, and
all the rights and equity OF redemption Of the said
William W. Thornton and Martha NJ Thornton his
wife, their heirs executors, administrators. and as
signs therein TO satisfy said trus, and all costs aud
expenses Of executing the same.
b. 7 MARSHALL. Trustee.
Springfield His. July 9th, 1879.
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For the Cairo Bulletin.
DEADl

To those to whom they are inscribed, the follow
beautiful and deeply sympathetic lines, need nc
)lanatory Introduction. l-ED BULLETIN
We bent to-day DER coiined form,
And tears fell softly down;
We looked our last on the aged face,
With Its look OF peace and It's patient grace
And hair like a silvery crown.
We touched our own to the clay cold hands
From life's long labor at rest;
And among the blossoms white and sweet,
We noticed bunch OF golden wheat
Clasped close to the silent breast.
The blossoms whispered Of fadeless bloom
In a land where falls no tears;
The ripe wheat told OF toll and care,
The patient waiting--the trusting heart
The garnered good of the years.
As each goes up from the field of earth,
Bearing the treasures OF life
God looks for some gathered grain OF good
From the ripe harvest that shiyering stood,
But waiting the reapers knife.
Then labor well, that in death you go
Not only with blossoms sweet
Not bent with doubt, and burdened witt
fears,
And dead, dry husks OF the wasted years,
But ladcned win golden wheat.
CAIRO, Ills, August 7th 1879.
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DUPLICATION NoTIcE-oHANcEBY.

STATE OF ILLINOIS, Circuit court Of Alexan.
COUNTY or ALEXANDER. der county, September
term, 4 ID 1879.
j. NJ Phillips, W Caroline T. Morris. cxecutrix. etc
Caroline Morris Caroline " Morris, Fred.f.
lex s. Morris, Charles Z. Morris, Margaret Nor
ris.-On bill for Foreclosure.
Affidavit OF the non.residencc Of Caroline Z
Morris, Exeoutrix, Caroline l.. Morris Caroline W
Morris, Frederick 5 Morris, Charles T.. Morris and
Margaret Morris, the defendants above named
having been filed in the Office of the clerk of sad
circuit court OF Alexander county, notice II hereby
given 10 the said non resident defendants, that the
complainant has filed his bill oicomplaint In said
court on the Charcery eide thereof on the 2st day
OF July A. u. 1878. Now, therefore. unless you,
the said Caroline L Morris. Executrlx, Caroline L
Morris, Caroline W Morris, Frederick 5. Morris
Charles L Morris, and Margaret Morris shall per
sonally be and appear before the said circuit court
of Alexander county on the first day OF the next
term thereof be holden In the court house in the
city OF Cairo IN said county, on the 18th day OF Sep
TENDER, A. d. 1879, and plead, answer or demur 10
the said complainants bill ofcomplaint. the same,
and the matters aud things therein charged and
stated, will be taken as confessed. aud decree en-
tered against you according TO the prayer Of said
bin. JOHN A. REEVE, Clerk.
X S. Yocum, Complainant's Solicitor
July 2ls,, 1872