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The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

Spring Races commenced.-On Monday
evening at the Polk Race Course trial of
speed took place. w A. Faught's Joe Dart
tackled Sam. Miller's Jack Cross. They
ran three hundred yards and Faught's Dart
out sped the Cross Seven feet. Yopp is I'M
easy about his Iaurels. Fun ahead.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11
The Bolivar Literary society.

This Society met last Monday evening at
the residence Of Rev. J. S. Park. Notwith-
standing the inclemency Of the weather, the
attendance was large, and the exercises very
interesting. Miss Minnie Nelly, Miss Mary
Joy Nelson, Miss Mary and Susie Smith
and Miss Frank Buttles read choice selec-
tions; Mrs. Sue Kendall and Miss Minnie
Nicely favored the Society with excellent
music; Mr.. w. W. Jones and Presley Rob
erts detained in a creditable manner. The
song, "WheFe is my boy tonight" by Mrs.
Sue Kendall, Mrs. Park and Rev Mr. Park.
was much enjoyed. The next meeting will
be held at st. James Hall next Monday
The following puzzle was proposed in the
programme for the next entertainment, and
requested that it be published 50 that all
may have chance to solve it:
THE TREE PUZZLE.
!. What b the sociable tree7
Z. And the dancing tree?
g. And the tree that Is nearest the scar
5. The most yielding tFee7
S And the tree where ships may be?
z. What's the languishiBg tree9
s. The least selfish tree2
8, And the tree that bore a eurse3
10. The chTOnOlogists tree7
IL. The asherma1ss tree?
~. And the tree like Irish nurse7
IS. What's the tailor treo7
IL. And the tell tale treef
IS. And the tree that's Tarmest elads
l6. The layman's tree7
IL. The house wiie's tree2
IS. And the tres that's always Ad7
is What's the tree that in death will benight you?
20. Aud that Will your wants supply7
2I. And the tree that to travel invites you?
"a. And the tree that forbids you 70 die?
q. What's the tree that will light?
"a. And the tree that Obeys y0u7
IS. And the tree that never stands still?
&c. The tree that got up?
a. And the tree that was lasy3
q Aud the tree neither up nor down hilR
%. What's the tree to be kissed7
so. And the dandiest tree7
81. Aud what guides the ships 70 go FORTH
81 The unheaIthiest tree2
IS. And the tree Of the peOple9
-. And the tree whose wood faces the north3
IS. what's the emulOus tree7
86. The industrious tree7
81. The tree that warns mutton when eOld7
80 The reddish-brOwn tree.
80. The reddish-bue tree7
90. And what each must become ere he's cidf
a. What's the tree in a bOttie2
~. The tree in fog3
45. And tie tree that gives the bones pain?
~. The terrible tree, when schOOl-masters AOg2
IS. Aad that which Of mother aud child bears
49, what's the treacherous tree7
a. The contemplate tree?
Is. And that to which good wives are inclined.
4S. The tree that causes each toEnsmap to tiee7
so. And what round fair ANGLES they biDd7
81. The tree that's entiFe7
81. The that's split2
50. The tree hall given 10 doctors when il7
81 The tree that we offer 20 frisuds EIsn meet7
S. And the tree that one may use IS quill7
Sc, The tree that's immUTtal7
81. The trees that are not?
So. The tree that has passed throGGh the fire?
50. The tree that in Latin can ne'er be forgot?
And in England we all must admire1
so. The Egyptian plsg0e tTee7
81. The tree that is dear?
". And what round itself doth intwine?
63. The tree that in billiards must be nearY
G. And that cOekReFs turn into 'ivine"7
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

We deeply regret to announce the death
Of J, J. Buffaloe. He was an active and in
huential christian worker and will be sadly
missed in the Middleburg community. We
tender sincere coincidence to the bereaved
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11
SALOON.

J. E. Hooper has opened a frst-class Sa-
loon on the South-side Of the square. Has
on hand full supply of choice Brandies,
Whiskeys, Wines, Cigars Sc. Call and get
the best. Jan. loft
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

Frank Brint, COL, who was arrested and
tried at GAINESVILLE, last Monday before
Esq. r. n. Mitchell for stealing was brought
to Bolivar yesterday by L. l.. Lochman and
lodged in iail.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

s. ]. 2. Mcdowell, of Loekhart, Texas, a
valued subscriber, writes TO renew his sub
scription. His many friends in Hardeman
are glad to know of his health and prosperi-
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11
NOTICE

i am prepared 70 clean, dye, repair, rem
ovate anl make new seeoRd-hand clothing OF
gentlemen. Grcese entirely removed. Terms
cheap. Satisfaction guaranteed. Gail to see
me ut my Office in rear 81 I9r. Hammers
drug store. w. A. BOWMAN.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11
Tie Aamirers

OF the product of I. w. Harper DistiIler,
Nelson County. Kentucky. are hereby in
formed that his Whiskey is not sold pro-
miscuously over the country but is placed
only into the hands of one respectable deal
er in each place,-whose name is a guaran-
tee that the Whiskey is sold pure rs it
comes from the Distillery
MOORE & HARVEY,
Are the only authorized Agents, for
Bolivar, Tenn. Feb. 10,
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

~My Dear Old Home, NY Home no
more,"-is = beautiful Song composed b.
Mn. Anna Lipscounb, of Rossville, Tenn.
It deserves large circulation.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

The Riding Saw is on hand at the stor,
of W. T. Armistead. He is Agent for sal,
of the Machine in Hardeman County. Go
and zee its work.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

We are glad to see the genial eountenanct
of Ike Kahn again in our midst. We I'M
derstand his late tour was both enjoyable
and profitable.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

The caroling of the feathered Aongsters
in the early dawn and the peach and plumb
blossoms betokens the approach Of Spring.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11
Photograph Gallery
Over Gen. Neely's Store,
South Side Of Court Square,
BOLIVAR, TENN.

Ben Oppenheimer, afrst-class Artist, lie
isprepared toexecute Photographs, size from
card 70 sxl0, I0xl2, aud larger if any custo-
saer desires, Photos any size to order, inthe
latest style, at reasonable rates and satisfac-
ton guaranteed. Give him an early call.
JAN 5, It.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

have now in full operation 6rst-clss-
corn Mil and will grind for the public if
desired. Mill on Northwest cerner OF
Court Square, Bolivar, Tenn.
". H. REYNOLDS.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11
DIED.

At his residence in MiddlebuEg Saturday
evening, Mach tIh 1850. Mr. J. J. BSfaloe
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

The measles are prevailing in town. Mr.
Wade Harvey has been quite sick with them
bat Is now up and about.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11
The yarrat PIow only $3.50.

The Jarrat Piow only $3.50.
Rain, rain, rain, bad roads and late crops
Only % cents for meal at the Red Flag
Restaurant.
The Bolivar PiOw the best only $3.50.
Try Moore s Harvey's Rock and Rye
for Coughs and Colds.
Go to J. w. Tate and get the Bolivar Plow
for $3.50.
For best beef go to Randolph's. Hebuys
all kinds country produce.
Mr.. Stewart Wilson left Bolivar yester-
day to attend school at McKinzie.
The recent heavy rains have swollen the
creeks and rivers cut Of their banks.
All the Stores in Bolivar keep the Jar
rat, Bolivar Pillow, only $3.50.
Trust not those who, when alOne in your
room, will turn over your papers.
10000 81 c" Cigars just received.-They
all cry for them, at w. T. Armistead's.
Hickory Valley and the Junction are
rapidly improving. New buildings going
up.
The old Jarras PlOw at Tate's, Kahn's,
Armistead's and Lewis. Only $3.50.
Ingratitude is 80 deadly poison that it
destroys the very bosom in which it is har-
bored.
Fresh lot Of Clover and Slilles Seed Just
received cheaper than ever at Moore &
Harvey's.
Without doubt, al C'' the best Cigar in
town at W. I. Armistead's. Try this cole
brated brand.
Mr.. Thompson Maddox, Of Savannah,
Tenn. passed through Bolivar last week on
his way home.
Go to Moore & Harvey's and ask for
"King Bee, ''Our Delegate" or "The Pick, I"
best cent cigars in the city.
W.T.. Armistead keeps constantly on hand
the very best assortment of fruits both fresh
and canned.
We regret to hear that Mrs. c. A Swine
broad hurt her right arm and shoulder bad
ly by En accidental fall few days ago.
The "Unerushed Tragedian" is now on
exhibition at Yopp's Palace and is the best
Cigar in town. Only sets admission.
Go 20 Moore & Harvey's and examine
their fine Leather Purses and English Hair
Brushes, cheap and durable.
I'M. Arm6eld has returned to ArkRdel-
phia, Ark, after most pleasant visit to
relatives and friends i'm Hardeman.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

J. NJ. Arm6eld has returned to Arkadel-
Phia, Ark, after a most pleasant visit to
relatives and friends i'm Hardeman.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

The Bolivar Plow the isst only $3.50.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

Rain, rain rain, bad roads and late crops.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

Only % cents for meal at The Red Flag
Restaurant.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

Try Moore s Harvey's Rock and Rye
for Coughs and Colds.
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

Go to J. w. Tate and get the Bolivar Plow
] for "a 60
The Bolivar bulletin. [volume] (Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn.) 1865-1888, 1880-03-11

For best beef go 10 RandolPh's. HebuyH
all kinds country produce.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01


1nat afternoon 1 found something 1 had
never seen before-a little grave alone in a
wide pasture which had once been field.
The nearest house was at least two miles
away, but by hunting for it I found very
old ce" "ar, where the child's home must have
been, not very far off. along the slope. 1t
must have been great many years ago that
the house had stood there; and the small
slate headston was worn away by the rain
and wind, so there was nothing to be read, if
indeed there ever been any letters on it. II
had looked many a storm in the face and
many q red sunset. l suppose the woods
near by had been cut, and grown again, since
it was put there. There was an old sweet
brier bush growing on the short little grave,
and on the grass underneath found ground
sparrow's nest 1t was like little neighbor-
hood, and have felt ever since as if l be-
longed to it and wondered then if one of
the young ground sparrows was not always
sent to take the nest when the old ones were
done with it, so they came back in the spring
year after year to live there, and there were
always the stone and the sweet brier bush
and the birds to remember the child. 1t was
such lonely place in that wide field under
the sky, and yet it was so comfortable too ;
but the sight of the little grave at first
touched me strangely, and l tried to picture
to myself the procession that came out from
the house the day of the funeral, and l
thought of the mother in the evening after all
the people had gone home, and how she
missed tho baby, and kept seeing the new
grave out here in tho twilight as she went
about her work. Isuppose the family moved
away, and so all the rest were buried else
where.
often think of this place, and link it in
my thoughts with something saw once in the
water when l was out at sen; little boat
that some child had lost, that had drifted
down the river and out to sea too long a
voyage, for it was a sad little wreck, with
even its white sail of hand. breadth half un-
der water, and its twine rigging trailing
astern. 1t was silly little boat, and no loss,
except to its owner, to whom it had seemed
as brave and proud a thing as any ship of
the line to you and me. 1t was a shipwreck
of his small hopes, suppose, and 1 can sec
it now, the toy of the great winds and waves
as it hoated on its way, while l sailed on
mine, out of sight of land
The little grave is forgotten by everybody
but me, l think the mother must have found
the child in heaven very long time ago but
in the winter shall wonder if the snow has
covered it WELL and next year shall go to
see the sweet-brie bush when it is in bloom.
God knows what use that life was, the grave
is such a short one, and nobody knows whose
child it was but perhaps thousand people
in the world to-day are better because it
brought q little love into the world that was
not there before. .--"AR AUTUMN Holiday"
Hdrper's for October.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01
Edwin Landsesr's DeX,srI.y

But by far the most amazing instance of
the technical powers of our subject is that
which is in itself, without regard to
Landseer, subject Of extraordinary
interest TO Psychologists, and inquirers into
the nature of the action of the brain and the
distribution of nerve power. Our informant
is Mr.. Solomon Hart, Royal Academician
remarkable for his accomplishment and acute
observation. A large party assembled one
evening at the house of gentleman in the
upper ranks of London society" crowds of
ladies' and gentlemen of distinction were pres
ent, including Landseer, who was, as usual, a
lion a large group gathered about the sofa
where ho was lounging the subject turned
on dexterity and facility in feats of skill with
the hand. No doubt the talk was ingenious
ly led in this direction by some who knew
Sir Edwin could do wonders of dexterous
draughtsmanship, and were not unwilling to
see him draw, but they did not expect what
followed.
lady, lolling back on settee, and rather
tired of the subject, as ladies are apt to be-
come when conversation does not appeal TO
their feelings or their interests, exclaimed, af-
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01

JOHN WILKES BooTHs BURIAL.-Capt Rath,
a mail agent now living at jackson, Mich,
claims to have buried John Wilkes Booth,
about whose disposal there have been so
many different stories. He tells the Detroit
Post that Booths body was taken away from
Washington in the evening on government
vessel which steamed out into Chesapeake
bay, and after cruising about for several
hours, returned to the place it started from
at ? o'clock in the morning. The body was
then brought back to the old arsenal, where
the other prisoners were afterward confined.
We had some boards taken up in the old
chapel floor, and the box containing the re-
mains was buried there under the floor.
was assistant provost marshal under Gen.
Hartranft then. The burial was in the night,
and We all agreed to say nothing about it till
the matter had dropped from public memory.
/ have seen Secretary Stanton blamed for al
lowing Booths body TO be badly treated but
we buried him as respectfully as any man
was buried and not hair of his head was
maltreated."
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01
The Chinese are to have an alphabet of
32 characters

The Chinese are to have an alphabet of
80 characters.
The burial of the late Ole Bull had some
notable features. His body was carried from
the house where he died on "the Isle of
Light down to a steamer which conveyed it
to the city of Bergen at the head of the ford
IA other steamers falling in procession behind
it, and the cortege was saluted from the fort
ress and the man-of-war in the harbor. From
the wharf to the battle-ground the coffin was
borne through streets decorated with wreaths
and flags and thronged with people wearing
mourning badges. Edward Grieg the com
poser and Ole Bulls most celebrated pupil,
bore behind the coffin the crown of gold CIV
en- him years ago in San Francisco, and his
friend Dr. DGnielson carried his many deco
rations. The poet Bjarnstjerne Bjornson
spoke at the grave. Nor was it in his native
Bergen alone that honors were paid; there
was scarcely village in Norway where the
day was not observed in some fashion.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01
A thief steals in a fit of abstraction.

A thief steals in mt OF abstraction.
The band of a regiment is q platoon of it
self
Where to go when short of money-Go to
work.
1t is something fine to be good; but it is
far finer to be good for something.
A "middlo-aged girl advertises in the Gin
cnnati Enquirer for position.
Farmers should keep as much land as pos
sicble in tillAge till age prevents their lAbors.
young lady is not like tree. You can
not estimate her ago by counting her rings.
What is the difference between fixed star
and meteor? One is a sun, the other a
darter.
"This cheese is about right" said John ;
and Jane replied that it was, if mite makes
right.
Now that General Drum is the "Old Probs, "
he must expect TO get beaten by the weather.
''He sleeps where he fell, A." says late bal
lad, which suggests that he must have been
drunk.
Every man has his own reputation to make,
and this is why so many men make such poor
ones
Amateur farmer places himself on record
as opposed to 'soiling." He refers TO his
hands, probably.
Johnny says he has studied chemistry
enough, out of shool and in, to know that an
ox-hide is an exhilarator.
Guest at a restaurant to a waiter, having a
complaint to make Say waiter, where is
the proprietor Waiter with a fond and
plying smile; 'Do you think he dimes here
The boss knows too much for that"
A woman accidentally went to church with
two bonnets on her head-one stuck inside
the other-and the other women in the con-
gregation almost died of envy. They thought
it was a new kind of bonnet, and too sweet
for anything.
A backwoods preacher once elucidated as
follows in connection with the parable of the
virgins; "In ancient times my beloved
hearers, ii was the custom, after couple had
been married, for ten virgins to go out with
lighted lamps and meet 'em on the way home,
FIVE of these virgins being males and five fe-
males"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01
NO. 40.

ter many instances of manual dexterity had
been cited "Well there's one thing no
body has ever done, and that is draw two
things at once" She had signaized herself
by quashing subject Of conversation, and
was about to return to her most becoming at
titude, when Landseer said: "Oh, can do
that lend me two pencils, and will show
you" The pencils were got, piece of pa.
per was laid on the table, and Sir Edwin, a
pencil in each hand drew simultaneously,
and without hesitation, with the one hand the
profile of a stag's head and all its antlers COM
plete and with the other hand the perfect
profile Of horses head. Both drawings
were full Of energy and spirit, and although,
as the occasion compelled, not finished, they
were together aud individually quite as good
as the master was accustomed to produce
with his right hand alone the drawing by
the left hand was not inferior to that by the
right. r. c. Stephens.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01

Senator Edmunds' timely letter on the sub
ject of Southern private claims will attract
wide attention. This is q matter that does
not come under the head of campaign roor-
backs it is a solid fact which confronts the
business man and taxpayer. philadelphia
Telegraph (Rep.)
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01
Garfield Arguments,

Every payday of the laborer is an argument
for Garfield.
Every gain of the merchant is an argument
for Garfield.
Every furnace that blAzes is an argument
for Garfield.
Every forge that glows is an argument for
Garfield.
Every wheel that turns is an argument for
Garfield.
Every rocoipted bill is an argument for
Garfield.
Peace and prosperity are arguments for
Garfield.
Every honest dollar is an argument for Gar
field.
The prevailing plenty is an argument for
Garfield.
Abundant harvests are arguments for Gar
field.
Resumption is an argument for Garfield
Rochester Democrat.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01
Origin OF the Horsc.hoe superstiIon.


In the very early times, says a writer in
Baldwin's Monthly among the Celtic race an
efigy of the patron saint, so common in
churches and temples, was much used in the
dwellings and workshops of the people, as
so-called protection" against ill-fortune.
The glory" above the head of these figures
which later was often rudely carved in
wood and painted-was represented by cir
cular piece of polished metal, to convey the
effect of the shining halo or nimbus, frequent
ly seen in illustrations of the Virgin and 9TH
er scripture subjects. Often this metal nim-
bus was of semi. circular form, and after the
figure itself had disappeared by reason of de-
cay, the nimbus remained and was suspend
ed in some prominent place at the entrance
door or other point commanding view. The
efhgies in question were not uncommonly
seen by the side of the doorway. In course
of time the nimbus was much used as q sub
stitute for the latter and was sold in shops
for this purpose. The tradition of good luck,
as embodied in the horseshoe theory may
thus be easily traced, since it became a CON-
mon occurrence for the faithful adherent In
the belief in the charms and symbols to
adopt the horseshoe, worn to brightness, in
the absence of any other, which he nailed
over his cottage door Hence piece of met
al of this same shape became associated in
the common mind with supernatural pres
ence and care, in keeping with the belief at
taching to the original figure of the patron
saint
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01

What this country wants is less politics and
more pumpkin pio.-EImira Free Press.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01

CENTAUR LINIMENTS the
Worlds great Pain-Relicving
remedies. They heal, sOOthe and
cure Burns, w Ounds, Weak Back
and rheumatism upon Man,
and Sprains, Calls, and Lame
ness upon Beasts. Cheap, quick
and reliable.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1880-10-01

SPURTS of disgusting Muous,
Snuifles, Cracking Pains in tho
Hcad, Fetid Breath, Deafness, and
any Catarrhal C Complaint, can be OK
terminated by Wei Do Moyer's
Cntarrh Cure, n Constitutional An
tidoto by Absorption. Tho most Inn
portnnt Discovery since Vaccination
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-12-18

The Ibervillc South makes this SELL
sible remark: "The average planter
would rather be bitten by a rattle
snake than serve on the jury-and
this disposition to shirk avery lmpor-
tant duty by the best people OF the
State will ultimately cause the over
throw of the jury system" Strange,
but true. While the better element
of the people avoid acting rs jurymen
the more inefficient class, for the sake
of the small pittance allowed them,
seek the position. The consequence
is considerable complaint as to the
indifferent execution of the laws,
Let the good, law-abidins people
only do their duty in this respect,
and the prevailing laws will have a
more satisfactory execution.
Louisiana capitolian. (Baton Rouge, La.) 1879-1881, 1880-12-18

Capt. A. D. Lafargue has, we are
sorry to learn, severed his editorial
connection with the Marksvillc Bull
letin. He has been faithful expo
nent of the party he loves SO we'll,
and we extend him the farewell hand
with no little regret. Mr.. A. d. La
fargue, brother of the retiring editor,
is the successor, and we know, from
his ability and indefatigable energy,
that he will keep the Bulletin up to
its high standard of excellence as a
country paper.