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Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
New Drug Store +!
New Druu Store
Commissioners Notice.

II II Taylor, Pet, ~. J II. Rusong,
Executor Of Jabob Merchant, deceased
aud Sarah Merchant Defis.
Pursuant to n decree of the Circuit
Court ~ Washington county Va. rpn
dered IN the above cause. NJ the 0cto
Der term 1870. the undersigned will
proceed ut hia Olilce IN Abingdon Va,
on the 22d day Of November inst. TO
state and settle the ExrcuiOrlnl nc
count Of j II Susong, Executor OF
Jacob Merchant, deed, showing what
personal asepits have or ought Ivy due
diligence Ia have come Into his hands
~ Executor, and what disbursements
he has made aud what balance, " my
remains In his hands, also hear pro
Of aud report what debts ARE ouistand
ing against said estate. requiring the
usual pioOf ~ the correctness VI MI
demands against pRid estate. All mar.
Ties having clnims against Faid estate
must preAent them on that day " they
wish them acted Upon. and said FIX.
eSutor wlll please appear hef0fe the
undersigned on HAT dizzy prepared 10
make above settlement
l. Y. COSBY,
nov II 'I6lt. Com'f In Cllanc!ry.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

pie of Bristol good entertainment
Pinafore is the play of the period. The
Lotus Club of New York city has enter
tanned in the costliest manner Messrs.
Gilbert 4 Sullivan, the authors of this
splendid play. These gentlemen have
come TO America to play it, after tri-
umphal season in England. Gilbert
wrote the text and Sullivan the music.
For Pinafore is about two-thirds music.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
Humbugged Again.

saw so much said about the merits
% Hop Bitters, ana my wife who was
always Goctoring, and never well,
leas,d me 80 urgently TO get her some,
| concluded to be humbugped again
and am glad I did, for in less than
two months use Of the Bitters my
wife WAS cured and she has remained
40 for eighteen months since. like
such humbugging.- II. T. ST. I aul.-
Pioneer Press. q.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
The Seven Springs Iron and Alum Mass
for Sick and Nervous Headache.

We will make any person present Of n
nice $40 Bible, who suiTers with sick or
nervous headache, II they viii uso the
"Sevcn Springs Mass" according 10 our
directions, aud then conscicntlously say
that II did not relieve them This IL n
We will not require any unreasonable
conditions. Address,
LAuSDRuN 4 LiTCnflgLn, Abingdon. Va.
=. S.--llondacho IL the least complaint
for which this remedy, tho 'Iron aud Alum
Mass" Ia efficient.
The "seyen Springs Iron and Alum
Mass" IL for sale by j. A. Dlckcy & Co.,
and Bunting & Pepper Bristol Tenn.
Jan. %, '7O-ly.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
What ia Dyspepsiap A state of IN,

What is Dyspepsia? A state of the
stomacbe in which its functions are
disturbed. attended with loss of appe-
lite, nausea, heart burn rising of food
after eating, sense of fullness in the
stomache, sinking at the pit o. the
stomache, palpitations, etc, What
can be worse, and where ia the cure ?
Why, Laroque's Anti Bilious Bitters.
Try them. All druggists cell them Mt
25c. a package, or 81 per bottle. W..
r. Thornton, Proprietor, Baltimore,
Md.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
Guitars, Banjos and Victims

Among the instruments suited TO
young people the guitar at small
price Is one of the sweetest toned and
most available. especially for young
ladies, and 1t is certainly well adapted
to the home and should be used more
than It Ia. For the boys the violin
and banjo ale the favorites, and very
Justly so too. Especially Ia this true
Of the violin, which IL nearer the hu-
man voice than any other instrument,
except the organ perhaps. II is also
more available and has a wider range
of usefulness than any other, A.
home or abroad, on land or on sea, IN
the hall or ut home 1t Is ever ready
and full of the sweetest and most de-
lightfil strains Of melody. 1t has
been condemned for lts evil associa-
tons, but this is unjust, II needs to he
put upon higher plane and its use.
fitness increased. You can buy any
of these Instruments or anything mu-
vt low prices, at
W. f. CUMMlNS'
Music Emporium, Knoxville Tenn.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
NEW TOBACCO.

We are ready to receive the new
crop Of tobacco; aud judging from
the present Indications, we think the
early market will he the best market
for bright t0baccos. We haze sold
some new brlghts at fine prices. Send
us your tobacco. and we will zee that
IL brings the last cent II In worth In
ANY market.
J II. WINSTON, d son.
nov. III rs I'm.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
THE N. G. r. R.
stockholders Meeting.

CONTINUED FROM FIRST PAGE.
The meeting was again called TO order
att L. NJ, DIR. Hicks In the chair.
The business committee submitted
their report recommending that the
Board of Directors cndeavor TO have the
Charter changed so rs to make shares OF
stock $50 each; TO take action towards
obtaining possession OF the old Va. and
Ky. franchise aud work, and TO ask the
Circuit Court of the United States to att
thoriEe the Receivers of the A.
NJ. Il o. X. II, Go. 10 subscribe TO the
stock OF the II. &. d |. N. q. II. II. Co.
The report was adopted.
The v. T., Mr.. w. James, then sub
mittcd his report Of the operations OF
the Co. IL showed that the entire ex-
pcnses OF the Company TO this date, In
Guiding tho transportation of the 80 con
vlcts and guards, the cost OF the cngi-
nccrlng department, tools and all other
expenses, other than those paid by the
State, IN completing two miles Of the
heaviest grading, amount TO only $780,
~.
The Treasurer, Mr.. J. NJ. Barker, and
the Engineer, Capt. r. y. Payne, sub
mtted their reports. The latter show
Ing that eight miles OF the road have
been accurately located. aud that the
heaviest grade from Bristol 10 Mendoza
J. 10 feet 10 the mile and that only at
Two points aud for very short distances.
1t also shows that the two miles graded
are the most expensive aud difficult be-
tween Bristol and Mendoza.
The reports were all adopted.
Speeches were male by President
Wood, v. r. James, Col. Fulkerson, j.
A. Winstcn, lion. u. p. bailey, I. G.
Fowler aud W. n. stickley. There was
much enthusiasm manifested among
those present. The meeting adjourned
70 meet again Friday evening at Z
O'clock. fr
fIuDAY Pm.
The Chairman Dr. Hicks, having been
M'ed away to Rheatown, Capt ]. H..
"VOd was called TO the Chair.
'P. James submitted some details
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
E. TENN. VIRGINIA & GA. R. R,
Our Agents

The following gentlemen will act as
our Agents, and are authorized to pro.
cure and receipt for subscriptions and
other business In our name.
Taze well G: III. Va, III G. Anderson.
Lebanon, Va. Capt. j. w. Me-
Broom.
PARTIES due this office for Subscrip-
ton, Advertising or Job Work, are
again requested TO pay up. We must
have money.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
Married..

BUNTING.-IIARRIS.- On Tues
day. the 9Th Of November, by Rev. r.
NJ, Boyden, assisted by Rev. II. A..
Goodwin, Rev. o. =, Bunting, OF
Amherst county, Va, and Miss Mary
p, eldest daughter OF DR.. S q lIar-
ris, of Boydton, Va.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
Bedford Va, Alum & Iron Springs
WATER, MASS AND PILLS.

Efficient in Scrofula and skin dis
ease. ~. NJ. Allen, NJ. d., N. G.
Successful In Dyspepsia and Chron-
ic Diarrh9a. PROF. Sam'l Jackson,
NJ. d., Univ. Of Pa.
"Adapted In Chloratlc and A@mlC
conditions and certain diseases pecu-
liar to women disorders of the kidneys
and bladder. PROF. J. j. Norman,
NJ. d. Va.
satisfactory in Dyspepria, Chronic
Diarrhpa and nervous diseases arising
from impure blood; also in certain
diseases Of females. Geo. II. Harri-
son, NJ. ID. Physician Woman's los
pital, n. Y.
Used with great benefit in Mala-
rial Fever and Diptheria. "--S. +.
Dupon, NJ. d Ga.
prompt in relief Of headache, both
SIGH aud nervous, and chills. REV.
l.. G Dotson. Va.
Excellent In restoring dehilitated
systems to health and strength. ~
Thos g. Mercer, NJ. ID Ind.
"Tonic, Alternative, diuretic; one o!
natures greatest remedies. ~ Medical
AHSo OI va INHchONTE,
"Recommendrd NJ n phoplylactic in
Malnrial Districts. Nd II Fairex, NJ,
ID. n o
II find II the heat remedy I ever
used in diseases Of the throat, ~ = A
Sferd, NJ H., n. &.
VERY beneficial in uterine dernn:e.
ments aud mnlnriai conditions. "-G
w. Vail, NJ, d. ohio,
"My experience Is very favorable To
it, curative virtu" n-rhos. +. Rum
bald, VI, d.. st. Louis.
Sample supply sent free to any Ply
stefan desiring TO test. Pamphlets
sent free, Analysis with each pack
age. Water M II comes from the
Sp'inps 81 per cnse Mass % etc, and
81; $3.50 and IS 90 for half doz Sent
post paid anywhere This Mass mud
Pills contains In reduced space all the
curative powers Of the water mud l.
convenient, palatable and soluble.
Address
VI WING Drcat nf thn IN
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
N, G. IL. IL.
Notice.
{ Treasurer's Office Bristol
I G. & l N. @. r. r. CO.,

TTedhUreT'H UHlce BTIAtOI
G. 81 N. @. r.. r. CO.,
Goodson, Nov. II, 10
There will he meeting of the Pres
ident and Directors of the Bristol Coal
and Iron N. G.. r. r. Co. at the May
or's office in Goodson Va. on Saturday
November Goth. 1879. A full meeting
Is desired as business of very great i'm.
portance will be considerd.
BY order of the President.
J. +. TERRY.
Sec. & Treas. B G q l N q r r..
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

The Daily Argus, by Messrs. Barnes
q Hammer, made its appearance in
town yesterday. 1t is necessarily small,
but we wish it Il success, such MS will
enable il to becOme speedily larger.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
Personal.

MIR. G. I. Blackley, formerly of
Bristol, but now a rising young law.
yer Of Greenville Texas, is in town ON
visit'to his relatives.
Our former young townsman Perry
Jordan. now of Pulaski, where he is
doing well. is in town.
Rev. Geo. s. Gibbs will preach at
Emmanuel Church next Sunday at II
A. NJ. and 7 p. NJ.
Rev. Mr.. Carson and his family
have removed to the Buckner proper
ty east Of town.
Mr.. Ben Dulaney, Editor of the
Bloantville Star, and Mr. w. f. PEN
dleton of the Marion Herald were in
to see Us last week.
Rev. Oscar Bunting and lady will
return to Amherst in few days.
Mr.. w. G. Lindsay has opened an
oyster restaurant In the Nickels House
w. v. Deakerick of Blountvile has
been appointed member of the Sub
Supreme Court and we are only sorry
he is not on the Supreme bench prop
er. He takes Judge Shields place.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
Wanted.

Sherman & Co., Marshall, Mich.
want an agent In this county at once
at n salary OF 800 per month and ex.
penses paid. For full particulars ad
dress as above.
nov. Is, '70-ly.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Come out to see Pinaforc played by n
Bristol Company next Thursday night,
and you will get the worth of both time
ana money. Mark this
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Recdptured.-The two escaped convicts,
John and Josh Jones, from the n. G. r..
r., have been recaptured at Amherst c.
H., and will be returned next week.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Group, that dreadful disease which
may at any time attack mothers
darling, can lie cured by the use of
Cousens' Honey Of Tar, the favorite
household remedy for Coughs and
Colds, Hoarseness. Bronchitis and dis
eases of the Throat and Lungs. Price
so cents bottle.
For sale by j. A. Dickey & Co., drug
gists, Bristol, Tenn.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Many goods at BARKER'S for one
half their value-bought in New York
at auction. Good mems Boots at 50
per pair. Hats rs cents to So SO each.
novl8,79-2t
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
nov. II. rs lin

NUnier IN Piketorn Ky.-lIarry Scott
.on last Saturday shot and killed Mr..
Jacob Cline, at his home IN Piketown,
Ky, and Immediately fled.
Mr.. =. A. Cline, brother Of the MUIR
dcrrd man, offers reward Of $500 for
the arrest and delivery into the Pike Jail
of the murderer.
Scott Is described us being about D feet
q inches high, red sandy hair, chin whis-
kerss n little stoop shouldercd, and rath-
cr bad countcnancc. Grmdy Videtie.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Go to J. NJ. Barker's for your D'ess
goods, ladies Cloaks, Notions. and
White Goods. novlS'10-2t.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

A very important meeting Of the
Directors of the N. g. II. II. ID called
for Saturday, 70.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Fine Cigars n specially ut EVER
Err'S Tip Top, octl470 If
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
From Rev. o. c. Rankin Of lloh,on e difference
Severe Case OF Sick Headache.
Mcssrs. Londrum & Litchfoid.
AbinWiOn. Virginia.,

HOinUuOh, Virginia.,
My vito Inns suffered for several years
ut intervals Of five aud xix weeks, with
painful attacks Of sick headache. che tried
the usual remedies, with nothing more than
temporary relief II that. Tho attacks
would return ut the regular time, M usunl
Her s"ilcring wsuld be Of such char.
acter ms to excite my appreciation. Having
read the certificate OF Bishop q. f. Pierce,
recommending the Seven Syringe "Iron and
Alum Mass" AZ nm efficient remedy for such
complaints, sho ut onto commenced the use
Of IT, and In her case the happieet results
have been realized. When used according
to directions she never experiences sYmp-
tom Of tho headache. | AIN confident per-
maneni cure Of this disease can BIO effected
by the use Of this medicine.
Mira. Rankin says she cannot overcst-
mate the value Of the Mass In her case, and
would adyisc everybody who suffers MS she
did to use IL. q, Q. RANKIN.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

All the Leading Brands OF Cigars
at EVERETT'S Tip Top.
octli'79 If
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Bristol Circuit Court meets next Mon
day in Conway Hall, Judge Hacker pre-
siding.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

AT WALLACE'S SWITCH,

AT WALLACE'S SWITCH,
6 miles above Bristol and miles below
Abnglo lon, which he proposes, early in Sep
TENDER, to have in perfect running order.
and hopes by his usual good work and
prompt attention to receive the patronage
of his friends, THE notwithstanding
them that their interest will he studied by
himself and his Assistant Miller, whose de-
sire it will be to please the customers.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
TO The Farmers of washing
ton County, Va

John Manwaring, formerly of England
and late of MIR. 7. f. Woods Woodlawr
Mills, Bristol, Tenn, bcgs to inform the
public that he has least rom Maj Goforth the
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Complete assortment Of Cigars at
EVERETT'S Tip Top. octl47s-tf
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
VIRGINIA

VIRGINIA.
At Rules held In the Clerks office
Of the Circuit Court OF Washington
County on the first Mduday in No.
vent er 1870.
A. &. Garrett, Pet
w. In Chancpry,
Mary j. Garrett, Def.
The object OF this suit Is TO obtain a
divorce from the bond Of malrlmony
existing between plaintilf and defend
ant: and IL appearing by satisfactory
evidence that the defendant In non
resident Of this Commonwealth II II
ordered that said defendant appear
here within one month after due pub
LEGATION hereof and do whit mny be-
necessary to protect her interest IN
this suit. A COPY. Teste.
l.. r, COSBY, g, 9,
Nov. 4 '70-4t.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Genuine Havana cigars at EVER
ETT'S Tip Top. oclr7S-tf
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
4W OFFICE OF
GILLIAN 81 Co.
Crucers Liquor Dealers 4 Com. Merchants
No. I41 Main street.
LYNUHCURG, VA, Nov, Is, 1870,
WHOLESALEPRICE CURRENT,
.t"Hh.H fM ffLllHah

Bacon, scarce and in good demand at
oroted rrices. NJ. Butter, scarce. Flour
auiet with light demand at quot lions
pototoes in f,ir demand for large size;
mca;um and small dull. WE note slaugh.
tered Hogs, Beef, dressed Turkeys aud
chickens Chestnuts, Aprlesand kggs much
sought after. Wheat quiet, with down
ward tendency. Groceries Of all kinds con-
tinue to advance. .ts
We endeavor to make sales OF produeo az
onickly Ms the interests OF the cons,enor
win jlstiry,'and render salesPrOmp'ly'-
Give us trial 5000 rd o.Ilil
eSx-GR\tN BAGS FURNISHED WHEN
DESIRED, .ABg f... hJ. 80, o,l,,cv
NO SrONANp CHARGED ON PRonYrE'
These figures represent only whcltsnl"pr-
ecs' Al retail higher priucs obtain.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
NEW ADvERTIxEM ENrs.

nT M0Ustool, Cover and Book only Il iS;"2 IS
TIA WllN0R6kkS IS stops, set Reeds, Knee
,SSsweils, Stool sock, only $98bF hol'
idsy Newspaper Free Address DkNlEtF, BEATTY,
Washington. N, ]. D& Co 4w
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Go to BARKER's for your Cloth
ing, Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps
novl8'79 81
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
JOHN MANW AIRING,
Proprietor.

hE-N. y Formers with large or small CROPS Of
Wheat, designed for Market, will do well to got
II manu- iaclnrcd in,o hour nj these Mils-the Pro.
rrictnr's Brand Of Flour having mn envablo rep.
utntioa In all the best Flonr Markets ut home and
abroad. sep. 49, '59-3m
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
AGENTS READ THIS !

We want an Agent In this Comfy to whom we
will ray a salary Of 800 per month and expenses
TO sell our wonderful iovention. sample free.
Address at once SHERMAN a CO.. MARSHALL,
MICHIGAN.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
ON 30 DAYS TRIAL

We will send our ELgCrRo-VoLTAIc RELTs and
other Electric Appliances upon trial for 80 days to
those suffering from Nervous Debi fly, Rheu'
matism, Paralysis or any diseases Of the Liver or
Kidneys, and many other diseases. sure
cure guaranteed or no pay. Address NoLTAlC
BELT CO., Nj rshAll, Mich.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

a. VI DAVIES. Prcst. Of tue Co.
rs Main st LynchbUrg Va,
u. o RoG la
Sold by Bunting h Pepper, Bristol
Tenn. nov. 4, 10 -ly
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

Try our s cent Cigars at EVER
ETT'S TIP Top. octl4'70.tf
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18
7hird Senatorial District.

Total, Wood 1855, Gibson 924. Bale
730. Maj. Wood over Gibson 1914
over Bailey 2l26, over both 1908.
Bristol news. [volume] (Bristol, Va. & Tenn.) 1867-189?, 1879-11-18

FRIDAY y, NJ
Inc Chairman Dr. Hicks, having been
s'ed awayto Rheatown, Capt, j. II.
"Vod was called TO the Chair.
VI, James submitted some details
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-10-01
Political.

The following speakers from Maine are an
nounced to take part in the campaign in New
York: Senator Blaine, Hon. VIM. =. Frye,
Hon. Eugene Hale, and Hon. Seth l.. Mil
liken. -
We look for large majority for Foster in
Ohio Business men and manufacturers very
well know that democratic victory this year
would be serious setback to the tide of ma
tional prosperity which is rising in all 'direc-
tons. 1t would create uneasiness and de-
stroy confidence in all branches of trade.
The country has gained nothing from the
democratic party except adversely. We are
just now getting rid of the terrible load OF
trouble heaped upon us by the treason OF
democratic leaders eighteen years ago. All
the achievements already made ia this direc-
ton are at stake in the political contests OF
the time. There must be no step backward.
The democratic party must be kept out of
power until its old leaders have passed from
this earth to place which is under the con-
troll of the original rebel and democrats
Louis Globe Democrat.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-10-01
Personal.

The Car Alexander has aged rapidly in
the past few years, although he is still OF
powerful physique.
Ex-Minister E. b. Washburne says that
General Grant will probably settle down in
his old home at Galcna, Ill. The old house
there is being repaired.
Gen. Sherman's third daughter, Miss Ellie
is engaged to be married to a young naval
officer named Thackeray, who is relative OF
the great novelist.
Mr.. Hazard of Nancluse, II. l., gave q
lawn party to the spirits of his dead relatives
He says that among the guests were his late
wife and daughter.
George Bancroft, the historian, has very
dignified manner. He rides every day, and
he has two private secretaries who tax,
down his words as he dictates the matter foi
his last volume.
A New York letter says Robert Bonner i,
worth about two millions. His Injuries ar,
fast horses and pew in John Halls Church
where he is a regular attendant and a yer,
generous contributor.
The present Mrs. james Russell Lowell i.
the poets second wife. She is niece of OK
Governor Dunlap of Maine and is a nativ,
of Brunswick, Me. She has some ability a.
an artist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-10-01
General News,

Large pigeons and parrots are seen on the
new bonnets and hats.
A large boulder Of native white quartz rock
was on Saturday placed on the spot where
Stonewall jackson fell at Charlottesville,
Va.
A man dying recently in St. Louis left
$1,000 to an Individual who years before ran
away with his wife. He said in the will that
he never forgot favor.
The heavy loss by the Gloucester fire is
attributed to the poor condition of the fire de-
partment. Only one of the three steamers was
fit for service
A man dressed in sheepskin, and claiming
to be the prophet Elijah in search of the lost
tribes of Israel, was lately arrested at Brigh-
ton, England because Of the mob that fol-
lowed him about.
The steamers from Halifax and st. John
come crowded with passengers and the house
hold effects they bring indicate that we are
| receiving many immigrants from the maritime
provinces. 1t is probable that in this city
there are as many natives OF Halifax as of any
other city or town either in or out of Massa-
chusetts.- TrarsHer.
A bridegroom at Grinnell Iowa, received
a cigar by mail, accompanied by the written
assurance that it would be found to be of un.
commonly good flavor. The bride recognized
the handwriting as that of rejected suitor,
and unrolled the cigar, to find several grains
of strychnine in the end that smoker would
bite off.
A woman's scream, followed by the wall of
newborn infant, disturbed the devotion of
attendants at early mass yesterday in St. Ber-
nard's Church in West Four,eenth-st. Mrs.
Annie Ryan, of No. $40 West Sixteenth-st.,
had given birth to female child in a back
pew. policeman was hurricdly sent for a
conveyance, and mother and child were taken
to Bellevue Hospital.-New York Tribune
Westfeld, n. j., has a sensation. After a
dispute between Mr.. Cassidy and Mr.. Bender
mecker, the latter finding the goat of the for
mer in his yard, sawed of the animals horns
and striped him with paint. The next day
the Cassidys whitcwashed Bendermecker's
Jackass. When the lime began to work the
ass became risky, dashed into glass con.
servatory, and finally jumped down a well
and broke his neck. The lawyers will be
chiefly benefited by the feud.
coon has the best of dog when the fight
is in deep water, as citizen Of Portland,
Oregon, has learned to his sorrow. A valu-
able dog belonging to him went out last week
into field and found the track of coon,
which he followed TO the animals hiding
place. There he began to dig and bark,
making the dirt fly in the air until the coon
cunningly escaped and ran into little pond