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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Respectfully yours,
REPORTER.

The lecture field is full to overlooking. Some
of the productions are good, Others passable,
and the majority simply intolerable 1t re-
quires something more than the ability to write,
to make an acceptable lecturer. There must be
pleasant delivery and graceful gestures. Men
who desire to infict their essays Oh the public
for pay, must expect to give something in re-
turn. They should take enough time to COM
nit their lecture TO memory, so that they will
not be compelled to stand before an audience
with book in hand, and read it off like school
boy. To interest an audience public speaker
must talk at it, and not simply TO it.
Last Fiday ming DR., Geo. B. H. Swayze
delivered his lecture entitled "Life's Golden
Gates" at the Normal School to small au'
dience. The composition showed much care
and labor in its preparation, though it is by no
means of character that will ever make il
popular discourse. 1t is abstruse without be-
ing either interesting or entertaining, and COW
ers altogether too much ground for any man,
however able, to get over in one lecture The
delivery of the speaker was bad, his gestures
awkward and inappropriate, and the subject
matter so unfamiliar as to make il necessary for
him to fer constantly to his notes which he
held before him. We do not wish to be UNDER
stood as crticising harshly but as truthful
journalists it is our business TO comment as cir
cumstances require on those who put them
| selves before the public to amuse, entertain or
instruct it for pay. Dr. Swayze has undertaken
task which requires much more than ordinary
ability to make it successful, and while hi:
lecture bears marks of considerable research and
learning whatever there is of good in tits spoil
ed by the delivery, We hope that he may
overcome these difficulties, and eventually
reach the point to which he aspires that, of a
| popular lecturer.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
TOWNSHIP OFFICERS.

The term of Office of every township officer
hereafter elected, whose term of Office would,
under existing laws, expire on the first Monday
of April Of any year. shall expire on the first
Monday of March, next preceding the said
first Monday in April and the terms of the sue
cessors of such township officers shall begin on
the first Monday of March, and shall continue
for the period next fixed for the duration there
of by existing laws,
And township officers shall meet on the first
Monday in March, and SO on every year there.
after.
The act was passed June 4th, 1879, hence it
will not effect officers whose terms expire next
spring
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BENTON, January &c, 1873,

DENloN' ~, ioco'
The old mail carrier Martin Lunger died al
Karns' hotel last week, without any near rela-
tives to bury him. He had enough money to
bury him and few hundred left.
Our popular landlady Mrs. Olive Hess was
wonderfully beat day or two ago. After max.
ing arrangements to purchase very fine horse
of Mill Daily of Cambria on the conditions
that they were to Try the horse day or two,
found that it was one of their own horses clipp'
ed.
J. McHenrys new house is nearly ready
to move into.
Notwithstanding the terrible condition OF
the roads great deal of lumber is being haul.
ed through town.
Sanderson Woods of Saltwater gave the
Methodists of that place very nice lot upon
which they propose erecting church in the
spring.
A few evenings ago'as John Ruckes little
boy was riding up the dug road leading to
Cambria with the mail his horse became fright
ened and ell or jumped over the bank and was
killed. The boy was not injured much.
Wm. Patterson is doing thriving business
in the Chaplin Mill at this place.
The wheat is looking fine through this sec.
ton.
Respectfully yours,
REPORTER.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
HOW TROUT HEAR NOISES IN THE WATER.

Prof. E. d. Cope, well known naturalist
controverts in Forest and Stream Seth Green's
allegation that trout can not hear. The pro.
fessor says that there is nerve at the base of
every scale on trout, and the point where the
scale is united with the skin. All these nerves
from the base of every scale. lead to a large
gang lion situated on the centre of the fore,
head of the fish below the eyes. Nerves from
this ganglion communicate to the interior ear.
These nerves, at the base of each scale, are
formed TO receive vibrations in the water. ANY
vibration in the water reaching the scale of the
fish is thas communicated to the interior ear
If trout were in a hume and one of the ii mbers
that supported the fiume rested in the running
water on the ground the vibrations of this
running wafer on the ground would be carried
by the timber to the tiume and to the water in
it, four feet above. The ear of the fish wou Id
separate and take cogn izance of the difference
in the vibrations, as the human ear in the al
distinguishes the Inference between the voice
of friends. Prof Copes explanation IL com
plete in scientific detail, and is made clear by
drawing of the scale, gangions and internal
ear.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Last Monday night about twelve O'Clock,
those of our citizens who were not sleeping too
soundly were aroused by the ringing of the
Normal School bell. OF course the first i'm.
preston was that another fire was about 10 de-
prive US of the institution. A er about doz-
en- strokes the ringing ceased We have not
learned the cause of the alarm, but presume
that it was trick played by some Of the mis-.
chievous boys up there. We would suggest
that there is nothing smart about such trick
as that The cry of "wof' may come once too
often. The perpetrators should be discovered
and properly punished
Since writing the above we learn that the
ringing was done by outside parties who bare
" escaped detection.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
CONCERT.

The entertainment at the Opera House on
Saturday evening will be first class. Mr.. p. E.
Writ has been engaged for some time in the
preparation of the programme, and those who
will take part are among our fsvorite amateurs,
and have elected the applause of the public on
former occasions. The Bloomsbury Quartette
Club will appear in costume and sing come of
their popular selections This concert is for
the benefit of the library of TIE Episcopal
Sunday School and deserves liberal patronage
Secure your seats at Clark's Book Store.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The family of George w. Waller, Esq, of
Honesdale, had narrow escape from serious
accident while on their way South after leaving
Baltimore. Owing to a misunderstood sigma
their train came into collision with another, re-
suling in the smashing of the locomotive and
more or less injury to several passengers. Mrs.
Waller was so badly shaken by the shock as
to suffer greatly from nervous prosration.
Their daughter Bessie sustained quite severe
cut, and some slight bruises. Mr.. Waller and
his niece escaped unhurt-lfyord Dispatch.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The Wellington II. Ent Post, Grand Army
of the Republic, was organized last Friday
night at Brower's Hall. The following officers
were elected Post Commander, Col. S. Knorr ;
Senior Vice Commander, J. II. Maize Jun
ior Vice Commander, J. B. Robson Lieu.
tenant, w. H. Gilmore Surgeon, Daniel
Boyce Chaplain, NJ. P Lutz Officer of the
day, u. II. Ent. G. S. Furman was appointed
Adjutant- Delegates to State Encampment, Col.
Knorr, T. J. Vanderslice Alternate, G. w.
Mears.
The organization started with 33 mi embers
The po was instituted bs Comrade Gibbs, Of
Goodrich Post, No. %. Danville, assisted by
Comrades Sweisfort, Davis and others of the
same post. The members we're mustered and
the officers installed by Major James Long of
the Grand Encampment Of the State.
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TH E COLU M BlAN.
nInonsRuRa. FRIDAY. JANUARY 30. 1850
PUBLIC SALES.

The Administrator of John Beishlne, de-
ceased will sell real estate in Benton town ship
on Saturday January 3lst at one o'clock p' m
The Administra tors of Gotleib Gunther will
sell real estate in Catawiss township on the
same day at one o'clock p, m.
The Administrator of Peter Ent will sell real
estate in Roaringcreek township on Saturday
January 3lst at two ocock p. M, and in Scott
township on Friday, February 9th at 10 o'clock
q. m.
The Administrator of Rebecca Smith will
sell real estate in Madison township on Satur-
day, January 3lst at 10 o'clock a. m.
Rag See Advertisement in another column.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Marriages.

HEIsT-RoUCH-At the residence of the
brides parents, Rupert, Pa, by Rev. o. D. s.
Marclay, on Tuesday, January 9th, 1880,
William NJ. Heist of Bloomsbnrg Pa, and Miss
Almira secc nd daughter of Reuben Rouch
AN-RoHRBACH.-At the Reformed
parsonage in Orangeville, on the % inst by
Rev. A. Houtz, Mr.. John Coleman of Orange
vile 10 Miss Rosa Rohrbach of Bloomsbury.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The entertainment at the Opera House on
next Saturday evening for the benefit of the
library of ST. Paul's Sunday School win be a
tend The performers will appear in ancent
costumes. The selections of music are wei
made and will be sure to please. Admission
reserved seats, 50, parquette, 25, gallery, Is.
Tickets at G.. A. Clark's Book Store
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
GET UP A CLUB.

We will send the COLUMBIAN free for one
year to any person who will send US four new
names with 90 in cash. This is an easy
way to pay your subscription if you already
take the paper, and an easy way to get it if you
are not on the list. There is not a spot in Co
lumbia county where four new names cannot be
obtained in few hours time if some one will
make the effort. Sample copies of the paper
will be sent to any address in the county on re-
quest. Those of our subscribers who do not
care to make the effort, will confer favor by
calling the attention of some active person to
this notice, who will undertake it.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Municipal elections will be held on Tuesday,
February l7th. A number of candidates for
town offices are already in the field J. j.
Brewer is candidate for reelection as Justice
of the peace and j. H. Maize is his opponent.
Whichever is elected we are sure to have ca
pabe justice.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Deaths.

HARRIs.-Carre Elenora Harris, born Dec.
9th, 1875, died January 2lst, 1880. Aged 4
years, month and Is days
HARRIs,-Floyd Harris, born Feb. 1st, 1877,
died January 2lst, 1880. Aged 2 years, /
months, and 20 days.
HARRIs'-Philip f. Harris, born April 25th,
1874, died Jan. 10Th, 1880. Aged years, s
months and q days
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Licenses will not be readily granted under
Judge Rice's administration, Applicants will
have to show that they have complied with all
the requirements of the law and that their ho-
tells or saloons are necessary Out of seventeen
applications four only were granted Wilkes
barre Record
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Business Notices

DR.. j. Schuyler, many years a dyspeptic
and rheumatic sufferer, getting relief in
using DIR. Comforts Remedy, now prescribes
the same to others, varying it to suit each
case, with gratifying results. No charge for
any case not benefited.
jan 80, Sow
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

DIR. Magil of Danville had a paraly tic stroke
on Sunday. He is one of the Oldest and best
physicians in this part of the country, and if
this stroke shall impair his usefulness it vii
be a great loss to his many patrons. He is
over eighty years of age
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

At the request of Sheriff Ent the county
Commissioners have repaired the vault in the
sheriff. Office and put it in condition to be used
A place for the safe keeping of his papers has
long been needed by the sheriff, and this ar
rangement supplies that want
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

William Torrey, who was indicted in Sch uyl.
kill county for embezzlemen as cashier of the
First National Bank of Ashland, and was un-
der bonds to appear, has been discharged by
the Supreme Court on a writ of habeas corpus,
the court holding that the ofense was not in
dictable under the state laws, the United States
Court only having jurisdiction. Mr., Torrey
was tried once and the jury disagreed. The
prosecution made out d very weak case
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

From anything this is known now Edward
Curley will be tried next week. His counsel
are Hon. G. r. Buckalew, Capt. Z, B. Brockway'
ol.Freeze and William Bryson. We are inform
ed that the District Attorney will be assisted by
General Albright, Geo. r. Karcher and posi-.
bly, F. b. Gowen. The Coal and Iron police
are actively engaged in working up the case.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The price of printing paper has advanced
fifty per cent. iu the last few months. Those
who desire to avail themselves Of the present
price Of subscription, Sl.50 year, will be wise
if they pay soon, as we shall be compelled to
return TO the old price, $500, If there is any
further advance in the cost of paper.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Philip Harris OF Lime Ridge has buried
three children within the past two weeks OF
scarlet fever. One was buried a week ago last
Saturday. and two died on Wednesday night
following. This is certainly q terrible vista.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Harley Merry's troupe had large audience
at the Opera House on Monday night The
play is good and the scenery, which they carry
with them, is very effective. The Chinaman
whose chief part seemed to be chronic state
OF intoxicalion, created much laughter. This
is good troupe aud deserved the liberal pat.
ronage which they received here.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Boots and Shoes cheap at McKinney's.

500 Beef hides wanted by Sias Younl
Light Street for which l will pay the high
est cash market price.
December, 10. I'm.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The members Of the Democratic Committee
from townships composing the Bloom Poor
District will meet at the Exchange Hotel on
Monday, February I'd, at IL o'clock a. M, to
nominate two persons for Poor Directors.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Charles Linn was brought to Jail on last Sat-
urday afternoon by constable Miller of Briar
Creek on a charge of disturbing a religious
meeting some weeks ago, in Centre township.
He was committed by w. j. Knorr Esq, of
Berwick.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

To the man whose tastes and habits render
him unable to discrlm mate between a decent
newspaper naturally appears dull We have
seen 20 called family papers that publish silly,
abusive and indecent communications, and
call it nerS. That's all, too.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

1000 pounds of nice dried apples wanted
at Sllas Youngs store Light Street for which
| will pay the highest market prices.
December, 10. 2.m.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The Philadelphia Times almanac is very
neat and useful pamphlet. 1t contains vast
amount of political information not easily
found elsewhere, Every subscriber of the pa
per receives COPY.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

NoTIcE. The firm of Brockway & Elwel
was dissolved October 1st 1879, both as publish.
ers of the COLUMBIAN and in the practice OF
law. All persons indebted to said firm on notes
book account for printing or for legal services
are requested to call and settle as the business
of the firm must be closed up soon.
G. B. BRoCKwAy,
GEO l.. ELwELL.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Lewis Yetter Esq, of Catawssa died at his
home on Saturday and was buried on
Monday. Mr.. Yetter was an old and re-
spected citizen, and his loss will be deeply felt
in the community.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The weather still continues warm and spring
like. Everybody is longing for a few days
with the Thermometer below zero. Not a
pound of ice has been gathered in this section
thus far this winter.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Lutz & Sloan have very large assort-
ment of Cslicos, Muslins, Ticking, Shir-
ting, and other goods and their prices are
always the lowest.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

See woman on horseback in another col
umn riding near Speer's Vineyards, with a
bunch of Grapes from which Speers Port Grape
Wine is made, that is 80 highly esteemed by
the medical profession for the use OF invalids
weakly persons and the aged.
Sold by Druggists.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Prof Hoffman offers his services to those
wishing to take music lessons in Bloomsbury
He will spend Wednesday and Saturday Of
each week here. Address him at Danville,
Pa. Jan. 30-2w.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Ash Wednesday comes this year on February
II, when Lent begins. 1t will end on Easter
Sunday which comes March 2S. This is much
earlier than usual.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Rev. Nj. Manhart will preach in the Re-
formed Church next Sunday morning and in
Heller's Church in the afternoon,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
BIAN AND DEMOCRAT,BL BLOOMSBURY, COLUMBIA COUNTY PA

Sherman & Co., Marshall, Mich, want an
agent in this county at once at salary Of 500
per month and expenses paid. For full partic-
ulars address as above. Nov 2l-1y.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

of the Pitston Erening Press, Messrs. Tinker
and Russell having retired.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Richard Menagh, an old citizen of this town,
died on Wednesday morning. The funeral
will take place on Friday.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The County Commissioners have been en-.
gagged in holding appeals from the triennial as
sessment tn week.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

A young lady of Cumberland county, named
Sarah Feltrow, died from an over dose of chic
roform while having teeth extracted
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

New book shelves have been placed in the
witness room in the court house, for the use of
the law library.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The CO st o taking the mex census is estmat'
ed by the superintendent at S3,0O0,O00 For
a short time it will give employment to 90 900
mon
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The Annual Ball of the Friendship Fire
Company will be held at Brower's Hall on the
evening Of February 4th
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The Gospel Temperance Union prayer meet
ing will be held at the Presbyterian church
next Tuesday evening.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Admission free at McKinney's.

For bargains in towels or table linens 90
to Lutz e. Sloan.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Call at McKinney's for Shoes.

See LuH Il Sloans new stock of embroid
cries they are cheap.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Don't forget the concert on Saturday evening.
1t will be fine en- Ter ianment.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Rev. Francis Garfield has accepted call tc
ST. James Episcopal Church at Muncy.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Court begins next Monday. A good time tc
call in and subscribe for the COLUMBIAN.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

William Kreamer pays cash for butter, tc
farmers.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Mr.. L. W. Evans is teaching school in Lu
zerne county.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

G. p. Reichard will sell at auction his
stock of goods at Lghtstreet on Tuesday
Thurs day and Sa turday evenings until sold
out jan % 3w
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

Harley Merry had some difficulty on Monday
with man by the name Of Maxwell from Dan.
vile. According to Merry's statement this
man wanted free passes to the entertainment,
and also wanted TO attend at the door for the
troupe. Hav ing been annoyed with him at
Danvile Mr. Merry wishing TO get rid of him
finally, expressed his opinion very freely, and
applied some epithets not at all complimen tary
to Maxwell, who at once brought suit for
slauder, and Harley was arrested by Capt.
Brockway, as deputy sheriff, in the absence
Sheriff Ent and Deputy Fritz. Maxwell in
sisted on the immediate incarceration of Har-
ley in the jail, but the deputy very properly
permitted him TO go on with his performance.
After the play the matter was reluctantly settled
by Harley, by his paying the costs, and giving
Maxwell five dollars for "expenses" People
who know Maxwell will not believe that any.
thing that Merry said to him or about him
could injure his character to any great extent.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30
Rubbers at McKinney's.
Boot headquarters at McKinney's.

McKinneys Shoe Store below Cour
House.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

A communication signed an" appears in
the Republican this week, concerning an article
printed in the COLUMBIAN recen tly on the Cur
ley murder. The writer, in the first place, is
mistaken in supposing that we would not have
printed his letter if it had been cent to us.
Our columns are always open to the pubic for
proper purposes. five published what was.
untrue we would very gladly have corrected 1t.
As To the facts as published, we have only to
say they were taken from a paper printed in
tina region, and the same in substance appear
ed in the daily papers just after Curley's arrest
This correspondent should I'VE made his cor
rection at that time, so that nearly all the
papers in the state would not have printed
about the same statement that we did We
had no desire or intention to bias public opin.
ion against the prisoner, and supposed that we
were using due precantion in the preparation
of our article, by taking dispatches dated at
Cenralia and printed in the daily papers, as
our guides. Just exactly what the truth is in
this case will be known better after the trial.
The insnuation that we printed this article
because we we're not engaged as counsel for
Curey is too silly to notice. We may remark,
however, that we refused an opportunity to be
concerned in the case. AS to remaining dis
creetly silent during the trial Of Hester, Tully
and McHugh, we would invite this correspond
ent to call in and look over our files OF that
time, and he ill find full report Of the whole
case from the arrest up to the execution. We
have no fear that our article will convict Cur
ley if he is innocent, nor do we believe that
this letter from Centraia will acquit him if
he is guilty.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The gentlemen who serenaded us on Wednes.
day night will please accept thanks for the COM
pliment
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1880-01-30

The Bloom ferry is in operation again.