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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
ODDS AND ENDS.
hos, hin, on,-A bad cigar.

best thing out-A olu cigar.
Tncc,nsus gives U,ah Ia COO. al but
81 0Oj fciag Mormous.
\ Philadelphia woman WHO had twins
So. 4 request 10 Tie census enumerator
70 ct.I again.
III hit yer" said one little boy TO
another, "yer'll be usin' yerself for
sAUN ter-morrow.
Scientists claim iha; smoking injuries
the eyesight Bu this is not true. The
boy wi IA a stump in his mouth can see
his father ten squares away.
H. asked q Cincinnati belle If there
was much reGnmert and culture in that
city. and she replied: You Just b-t your
boots were a cultured crowd"
The population of Louisiana is placed
at y10.7l5, and Il it shou.d stand the
test oi General Walkers revision, the
State VII. gain one Congressman.
The Boston Post has learned that they
had TO put OF the dedication OF n church
at Leadvi..e for week. because the
fireworks ordered for the occasion failed
to arrive.
A SaugevticS (N ~ census enumer-
ator put down under Where bornP"
"ln the parlor." in one instance, in an
other, Front room, third floor" 4"
There is such thing as being too lit
eral.
Husband and wife should pull to-
ge,her." remarks an exchange; and SO
they do, and that's The reason why you
see so many men ba'd-he'ccd, and SO
many women paironizing the hair
stores. .-S0merUine Journal.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
No Business Streets.

Mogador, Moorish town of Morocco,
presents few tourist sights" But an
English writ describes negative cne,
tie non-appcarancc of business in the
streets The window.rss streets are all
narrow, some long and straight. Pri-
vate houses. merchants warehouses,
hostelries. all are OF one generic type,
save those found IN blind alley and
slum.
In business quarters Their is little or
no appearance of business. A caravan
of camels is seen bringing merchandise
from Timbuctoo; the procession, which
moves slowly. gravely. with silent foot.
heightening our sense OF mystery, sud
denly turns down gateway scarcely
wide enough 10 admit it, into the CEN
tral court OF a warehouse, and is out OF
sight.
We follow through the arrhway. 10
find these ships OF the desert moored TO
the quay with frei ghts of almonds. gums
ivory. gold dust and ostrich feathers,
which might be OF little value, for they
are tied much as we tie up bundles OF
waste paper. letting the paper be its own
covering.
The outer feathers Of the bales are
broken and dirty. Imagine London
with all its drays ou. OF sight in invisi-
bic warehouse squaresl
Such is the condition of commerce in
Mogador These camel trains are the
poetry Of trade, living link to patri-
archal and modern times. They have a
look Of immense sadness, as though
willing TO close their long ng-enduring his
tory.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
No F0oling."

The other day Detroit lawyer had q
call to go into the country few miles
TO attend case on trial before country
squire, and while Jogging leisurely along
in his buggy he saw man come run
ming across the fields at the top of his
speed. Directly behind him. and armed
with n stout stick. was a woman, and it
was a nip-and-tuck race TO the fence.
The man reached it first, however, and
as he dropped on the highway.side he
called out to the lawyer:
Stranger. for heavens sake. give
me n lift down the road for hal. q
milel"
What's the trouble herep" asked the
lawyer.
"Wife and | have bad another falling
outw was the reply. as the man rolled
down steep bank to the buggy.
The woman at this moment reached
the fence, and rs she was climbing
over the lawyer inquired Of the hus-
band:
"Are YOU fooling or in earnes ?"
"Ifyou think I'm fOoling, just wait
second" gasped the woman, as she
plunged down the bank. rolled over and
over in the road and rose up with big
stone in each hand.
Squat yelled the husband, as he
circled around the horse. but the lawyer
wasn't quick enough. One Of lie stones
hi; him in the back aud the other grazcd
his ear and hit the horse. and i've or six
more were coming a. IA" slru,k trot
and moved of, the husband ha"ging TO
the vehicle and running behind. When
n safe distance away the lawyer halted
and looked back. The woman stood in
the middle OF the road shaking both
fists nj him. and the husband wiped the
beads of perspiration of his cheeks and
chin and said:
Stranger, Hammer and me never
have any fooling. When she's good
natureG git one shirt week and two
meals day. When she's mad one of
us has got to light out. and | wish
next time you come this way you'd tell
me If there is anybody in Detroit who
can make me a pair OF wings s.-DetroI
FTtC Press.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
FOR THE FAIR SEX
Fashion Fancies.

knsniou anCiess
Long sashes are Questionable.
Sashes of Madras plaid are worn.
Unlined waists are put l.: a.I the wash
suits.
The lace collars grow larger and
larger.
Steel sweepers are sold to wear with
heavy trains.
Wat'eau plaits still hold their own for
evening dress.
Stuffs brocaded with gold steadily in
crease in favor.
Fans OF white ostrich feathers are re-
served for brides.
Card cases in mother-of. are pre-
ferred TO all others.
Amber-tinted gold is preferred TO the
plain, yellow metal.
Oxydized silver is still the fashionable
material for belt buckles.
Hats and bonnets of drawn cotton are
in high favor in England.
Plain gold braid is one OF the fashion,
able trimmings for summer gowns.
Colored mus in gowns and little plush
jackets matching them aIe worn in
Paris.
Isle thread gloves with six buttons
are rs trying to the soul rs II they were
of kid.
Cashmere Is to be made up into yoked
waists gathered at the belt this winter,
it is said.
Cotton sunshades are carried with
silk gowns by ladies 10 whom color is
IN object.
Velvet ribbons with almond shaped
studs OF amber tinted gold are used in
stead OF necklaces.
Sleeves with two pulls are TO be worn
next winter, it is said. They are ugly
and unbecoming.
Full waists cut high at the throat, and
over chemisette, are seen on some
cashmere gowns.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

DIR. KENNEDY would have it understood
that, while he is engaged in the introduce
ton of his medicine (Favorite Remedy,
he still continues the practice of his pro-
fession, but confines himself exclusively 10
office practice. He treats all diseases OF
chronic character, and performs all the
minor and capital operations Of Surgery.
Parties living at q distance except in
Surgical cases, by sending statement OF
heir case, can be treated at home. Ad-
dress DIR. ID. KENNEDY. 4
ROndout, y. Y.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

WHAT MR. PITT MIGHT HAVE SAVED
HMsELF-Mr. Henry Pitts, of Kingston,
". Y, suffered from the presence of Stone
in the Bladder for several years. DR.. Ken
nedy. of Roudout, n. Y, removed the
foreign body by the knife. Had Mr.. Pitts,
and others similarly afflicted, used Ken
nedy's ''Favorite Remedy" in the earlier
stages OF the disease, the medicine would
have prerented the formation of the
calculus or stone, rendering dangerous
surgical operation unnecessary. DIR.
Kennedy gave "Favorite Remedy" TO pre-
vent the return of the disease, aud Mr.
Pitt remains in perfect health TO this day.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
For Conscience Sake.


A shadow tell across the dawn,
Dimming its light,
Nor faded of when rose the morn
In power and might;
But heightened 10 Il cross eartl-born,
Ere tell tle night
Through all the dawn no friendly hrnd
lay cla-pcd IN nine;
No kindly word To help me stand
In morning prime;
But with the eve stole through the land
A voice divine.
BE still, brave heart, the upland way
You have to take.
The shadows drear that sirew the way,
More hitting make
For heaven; press on, and often pray
For conscience sake.
A second dawn, on which there tell
No shadows cold:
Ger each good deed a voice ssns well
Sweet woTis oi old;
The cross its rays-why' canno, tell
Flung naught but gold.
-Ymd'y's .Hacd=ias.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

The New Zealand newspapers notice
an amusing instance Of the manner in
which colonial railway trains are some
times stopped. The engine-driver. no
ticing lady waving her hand at siding
where the train was not timed to stop.
IS if she wished to get on board. stopped
the train only to discover that the lady
wanted to know if any passenger had
change for one-pound note.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

NIENrAI ANp r.i1~.DNL .\iNJ>lioN
vi \sro..re.s. U,-,yr.,, Night sweat, sleep.
r,..p.s.. cough. p mae. .s,iou ant decline are a
once arrested o., y ALI HTIEi.>. Iai' orig'na!
and ucomp-ras', Fool N-4.c.ac Is i.th "a uoar
.,hm,u. aud -.s-aytl. 3. seeds tlc t-.t ana 'a'
brain % regulate. tar stomach aai bowels
cleanse. tsc ..y,f q. d kt!rc,s Increases The az
Ic,.tr an cir gh,- zoe L.o.d. HeA.. b. stre7s1f
aud peace %, ,n.l- ase --rr o. follow 30, daily
lse Prepared ty tlc SaI Bitter. Company
.lo.a UutcsmeaseI Ma, au! Hops Anl sid every
"A
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

BEAUrIFIER's.-Ladi you cannot make
fair skin. rosy cheeks and sparkling eyes
with all the cosmetics ofFrance, or beautl-
fers of the world, while in poor health,
and nothing will give you such good health
strength, buoyant spirits and beauty As
Hop Bitters. A trial is certain proof
See another column. Telegraph.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
The cultivation of cotton, which was

The cultivation of cotton, which was
tried in California some time ago, but
abandoned in 1877. Is now being revived
on large scale, under promise OF per-
manent home market. A thousand
acres have already been planted in cot
ton. tits claimed that the climate by
reason of its even temperature, is emil
nently fitted for cotton culture, and that
the staple raised will be of greater fine
ness and length Of fiber.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

Clublte A was telling story in the club.
Clubite b, when it was finished, said,
"Well that reminds me of another
anecdote," and he related it. 4 thereupon
remarked, al don't see how what you have
told u was recalled by my story ''It
was, replied b, because mine was on the
same page OF Joe Miller a. yours"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

"Do you want to kill the child ex-
claimed a gentleman as he saw boy tip
the baby out ofIts carriage on the walk.
mo, not quite" replied the boy; 'but II
can get him 10 bawl loud enough, mother
will take care of him while go and wade
In the ditch with Johnny Bracer."
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

Experiment has shown that if $4,000
pounds, once applied, will just break a
bar Of iron or steel. stress very much
less than $4,000 pounds will break it if
repeated sufficiently often. Wrough:.
iron will crystalline and break easier
than cas.-iron. 1t is well known that
wrought-iron, subjected to continuous
vibration, assumes a crystalline struc-
ture, and its cohesive power is much
deteriorated thereby.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
"wouIdp't YOU like to have bow" said

Wouldn't you like to have bow" said
the bold young archer as they sauntered
down the field, and she murmured Yes,
and the absorbed archer said, "What kind
ola bow would you prefer?" She quivered
q little as she replied archly, Il think |
should prefer yew,' and then the young
man took It in, and although he was an
arrow. .chested youth he went TO the target
and heaved bulls sigh.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

DR.. C. w. Bcnson's Celery and Chamo-
mile Pills are prepared expressly 10 cure
sick headache, nervous headache, dyspep-
tic headache, neuralgia and nervousness,
and will cure any case. Price, 30 cents,
postage free. Parsons, Bangs & Co., Port
land, General Agents.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

"Yes," said the steward Of the steamer,
II admit that the salt beef was bad, the
potatoes rotten, the bread sour and the
tea poor-but the rest Of the provisions
were good" What were the rest OF the
provisions "Oh. salt, pepper and
mustard"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

GRANDMOTHER SAYS! When she was a
girl that her mother always gave her
sulphur and molasses To purify her blood,
but she now gives Sulphur Bitters 20 her
grandchildren as IL is the best medicine
she ever saw.-The Edther.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
AT a church in Southwark there was

At church IN SOUTHWARK there was
christening. After the ceremony,
and while the minister was making out
the certificate, he happened to say:
"Let me see, this is the thirtieth"
"ThirtiethP exclaimed the indignant
mother, Indeed it is only the thir-
tenth" The minister was alluding to
the day of the month.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

ca abe;ta recently submitted to pro-
ltssiona. interview" of The American
order with Belgian. editor. % in fifty
years. said he. when we have formed
and educated a generation IL will De i'm
rossible 10 overturn Tie Republic. We
have hard work, daily work, still before
Us. You cannot imagine Ill what
deplorable condition we found the
popular educatjOn. Out OF patriotic
shame we have hidden hn.f our miseries
and have refraiped from laying bare al
our wounds: our natioua4 situation
was desperate" During he last few
We r. education has made gigantic steps
forward. Passing 20 the externa. rela-
t;oaS If the republic, Gambetta de-
cIared that the government renounces the
entire politics OF conquest and annexa-
ton. "Tc strengthen France within, {"
said he, lis our plan for making her
respected abroad. Our horizon is no
where threatening. There have been a
few light clouds, but they have ali been
dispersed. see no symptoms at pres
ent of war, or of the disturbance which
ends in war. France eagerly wishes for
peace. and her relations with the Euro.
pean powers are hearty, open, and
honorable"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
LYDIA Z. FIEHHAMS
Vegetable Compound,
THE T'.- ---s
FOR ALL FEnaLz COMPLAINTS.

THIS preparation. t- .., Ii,-r slE-itrs. consists
% NrrrtlL.r l'rrr. rt.- t..f sfe ttrmless - ths
mos. li-'i-t-c iavtii Upon orc 'iial the merits
Of this Compound % 3 T,coruit,d, - rciieiis
immediate: AMI wa "a i.s ne g. continued, IN
u4uetv-l... cas-. ID l.ldryI. = positive and
perrnsn.U- r.-e B.. ,f-e.yt, a> thousands wall
tesi4sy. On s-crIl- citt, proven merits, u j. To-
d>y Tec,il. l..i-. -ai prescribed by the best
Ihysicllls Iu tl- C'.,trf.
l. viii care entirely TIE worst form ~ falling
uf the l'yruS. LeI-lrrhHt, lrr Eular and Pam
IA Nicus-rultion, all Ot tATal TrO-bl'.. Iut2In-
nation a41 U.,lrl,.1a, ilto.i.-s, A.l pl>I-2ce-
meats and the corscglrl- spinal weakness. and
is especially adapted to the tlarEe Of Life. IL
vil dissolve aui cIpci tumC- from the uterus
ia a early sage of l.s cl-IU.fL'. The terden-
cyto C.g-crous Hlm.ss theis is checked vcTy
speed ly by it, use.
In .lc;, 10 has proved Co DC lC greatest and best
remedy a. Z b.. ever O.en discovered IL per-
raeates every portion o. the system, and gives
new life and vg1r IL removes Hirtncss, tatu-
lencv, DESTROYS al craving lOr si.mu.A1tS, and
relieves weakness Of the stomach
II cures B.o4uus. Headache, Nervous Pros
tra.icn, Gerc-1l D-bl liv. >lecpicssuess, DepTcs-
sion ani Ini -es;ioa. That feeling of barring
down, causing pain. weight ana backache, IS
always permanently cured bv i's use. i will,
AZ All timss aud under all circumstances, act IN
harmony with the laws that govern tho female
system.
For Kidney Complaints Of either sex this CON-
pound ~ unsurpassed
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

In the first place, according to science,
DR.. Tanner couldn't do IT, Now that he
has done il It's OF no consequence.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

HAVE WIsTAR's BALsAM Oh WILD CnER-
EY always at hand. II cures coughs, colds,
bronchitis. whooping cough, cronp, inhu-
enza, consumption, and all throat aud lung
complaints. 30 cts and 81 bottle.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

Many people suffer, and know not what
ais them. Try D. X. V. G.. Ifno benefit
Is received, your Druggist will refund the
money.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

THE VoLrMc BELT Co, MARSHALL,
Mich. will seud their celebrated Electro
Voltaic Belts TO the afflicted upon 80 days
trial. Speedy cures guaranteed. They
mean what they say. Write 10 them with
out delay.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

"If punish you said mamma TO her
little girl, you don't suppose do so for
pleasure, do your" "Then whose pleasure
is il for, mammal"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

a correspondent Of the New York
Tribune. in long article on Alaska,
says that that country IS no. agricul-
turallv rich and Wi, never be the seat
Of a large or thickly-settied population.
Size possesses other great resources. all
of which will ultimately become valu-
able. She pays TO the government an
annual revenue of between two and
three hundred thousand dollars, but
Tor the development of her riches, Tor
the safety OF her inhabitants, Tor the
protection of individual property, the
United States has not for nearly twenty
two years expended dollar or enacted a
law. Wise avs ana ample protection
will encourage emigration and attract
capital, but It is folly to anticipate ma-
teriai development, or expect an IN
crease OF population where ultimately
there Is no security for life save per-
sonal courage. and no protection OF
property save private integrity. II is
tie duty of the United States govern
ment rs one OF the attributes of sover-
eighty, 70 defend its citizens, and from
motives of the highest honor it is bound
20 bound to guard the interests OF Alas
ka's inhabitants.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

How does painting agree with my
daughter!" asked an anxious parent. 1T
makes her too red in the face, replied the
teacher.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

Freckles are not so bad. 1t Is said that
one girl does not object 70 seeing them on
another girls face.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

Your health depends on the purity. of your
blood. People who realize this are taking
Hoods Sarsaparilla with the best results.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

The man who hung himself died Of his
own free will and cord.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
HOODS
SARSAPARILLA

Has decided" claims upon the public. This
Is positively proven by the immense good 1t
has done to those who have been cured OF
diseases from which they have suffered in
tensely for years. as verified by the publish
ed testimonials, every one OF which Is pos
tive fact.
CHELSEA, VT, Feb. ~ 1879.
MEssRs. C. ]. HOOD & Co, Lowell. Mass:
The 9th day OF last June was taken sick
with swelling on my right foot, and With an
awful pain. The swelling went all over me.
My face was swelled 50 tliat could with diff
fculty see out Of my eyes. and ! broke out
over the whole surface of my body; my right
foot up 90 my knee Was one raw, itching
mass, and my ankle and foot so lame and
sore | could not step on II. and II would run
50 as to wet q bandags ut29sh IN an hour.
Of A. X. Hood & son, druggists. of this town.,
handed me 4 bottle OF HOODS SARsAPARIL-
Ia, and told me 10 take IT, did so. and b.
the time ] had taken one bottle found that
II was doing me good. j have since taken
fye bottles more After had taken three
bottles my soreness began to leave ine, and
have been growing hctter every day, SO
that to-day can walk without going lame.
have no soreness IN my ankle and II has
healed all up. and does not run NJ all. owe
my recovery IN your sarsapIiiE. write
this 20 let you know that think II deserves
the confidence Of the public. especially those
who are troubled with humors.
Yours most truly
JOSIAH P1TKIN.
IS. Every person that saw Inc said that
Inever would get over my lameness without
having a running sore ON my ankle. but
thank God have. J.P.
Mother Sarsaparilla has such a sharpening
effect upon the appetite. No other prepa-
ration tones and strengthens the digestive
organs like HOOPS SARsArARrLLA.
Price one dollar, or six bottles for five dol
lars. Prepared only by c. ]. HOOD < CO..
ApothecaTies, Lowell, Mass.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28

WOMEN AGENTS WANTED. partic-
ulars enclose stamp to Lydia Z. Pinkham,
Lynn, Mass.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
LYDIA +. PINkHAM'S
VEGETABLE COMPOUND

Il preparcd Il - anl -5i Western Ayenae,
Iynn. Mas. Price $Io5. six bottles for $500
Sent bv mail In the form of Pls, also IN the form
Of Lozenges, on receipt oi i'iee' s4'VV' per ooA'
for either
Mrs. PINKUAM frceiy answers all letters OF
inquiry. send f1r pamphlet. Mention This paper.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
wife,s Energetic Devotion.

The Westfieli (Mass.) correspondent
of the Springfield Republican tells this
story: An illustration Of what man
can accomplish in spite OF adverse cir
cumstances and bodily affliction. with
loving, willing viii, to aid him, is found
in DIR. G.. n. Germaine. for years one Of
our most respected and successful ply.
sicians. Three years ago his eyes began
to tail, and gradually his sight weak.
ened until about year ago it was en-
tirely lost. He had no means Of liveu-
hood aside from his profession, so as
his sight grew dim his wife, who is a
woman of broad culture and refinement,
accompanied him ON his visits to pa
tients to guide him. Gradually accus.
toming herself to note the various
symptoms of the sick. and by earnest
study, she became fully competent when
her husbands sight was wholly gone to
describe all the outward symptoms Of
patients to him, so that he has not been
obliged to give up practice. but can be-
found every day going mis- REGULAR
rounds with his wife by his side. His
former patrons, with but few excep-
tions, continue him as their family
physician, and his blindness has not
affected his skill and success in treating
various fora of disease, although. OF
cour:e. it prevents him from practicing
surgery Every one syTpathiSes with
DIR. Germaine in his affliction, and
admires his courage and his noble wife's
devotion and energy
In Queensland a remarkable plant Is
often seen which possesses in an exag-
geIa.cd degree the poisonous properties
of the singing nettle. 1t inflicts the
most excfu';:tting pain upon persons
whose ska il'may touch. Horses, when
stung, are said TO become completely
mad.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1880-09-28
Gbt0vfora 1emotrat
pTBLISHED EVERY TUESDAY
GEO. II. WATKINS,
Editor ard Proprietor.


r...Hf ,--- -ti. ,n advance, deduction OF titN cts
r rr male. If paid within SIX mont A
..'u.-.ou OF twenty-five cents vii ne
nllr. g. uot paid til the end Of the
war two dollars win bc charged.