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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

/ At the Democratic State con-
vention, at East Saginaw, on Tues
day of last week, Hon. A. w.
Comstock, of this city, was chosen
as one of the delegates from the
Eighth district, to attend the DEM
ocratic National convention, at
Cincinnati, on the 22nd, at which
time it is expected that the man
who is to be the next President of
the United States will be placed in
nomination.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
CHURCH DIRECTORY.

Trinity Church, on Washington avenue, every
Sunday morning and evening.
BAPTISr-Rev. Il. l.. Little. Services in So
morning and evening.
CArHoLIC-Rev. X. F. DOMAIN. Services in
the Catholic Church, on Chisholm street, every
Sunday at $3.50 A.. NJ, 1880 A. NJ, and at =. NJ.
Vespers service. Sermon in English at
1880; in French at 1880.
CONGREGATIONAL A. w. Westgate.
Services in the Sooiety's Church. on Second street,
every Sabbath morning and evening.
METHODlSr-Rev. j. w. Campbell. Services
in Society's Church, on Dock street, every Sab
bath morning and evening
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Tank KEGS full costume cost
over 500. One of the robes is a
perfect mass of embroidery. 1t is
silk and the embroidery consists Of
birds and flowers done In their
natural colors. The under robe is
also silk, and at each of the cor
ners is a golden rose that is made
of virgin gold. The button of
rank which he wears is solid gold,
and is set with 70 rubies and 80
pearls.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
Board of Review.

For the purpose Of examining the assessment
roll for the city Of Alpena for the year 1880 cor
recting any errors found therein, on cause shown,
reducing, equalizing increasing the valuation
of any and all property found on said roll, and
adding thereto any taxable property in said
city that may have been omitted and valuing the
same, the Board Of Review of said city shall meet
and be in session nj the Common Council Room,
in MeDOnald's block, on Second street on the 23d
24th and 2jth days of June, 1851, from A. NJ 20
Y NJ, and from Z. NJ. 20 $50 =. NJ, of said
days, nj which time all persons desiring TO do so,
may examine ms or her assessment ON said roll
and may show cause, II any, why the valuation
thereof shall be changed.
Dated, June 5, 1850.
BY order OF Common Council
GEO. A. BUTTERFIELD,
- Mayor.
Recorder 4Giw3
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
Alpena, May LIST, 1880.

We, the undersigned. Ladies of AL
pena, take great pleasure in testifying
to the abilities of Prof. Cheesbro as
teacher and tuner of the piano forte, and
cordially recommend him to our friends
in this city.
Mrs. G. L. Maltz, teaching and tuning.
Mrs. A. w. Comstock, teaching and
tuning.
Mrs. A. Wilkinson, teaching and tun-
ing.
Mrs. E. o. Avery, tuning.
Mrs. y. A. L. Warner, teaching and
tuning.
Mrs. w. b. Comstock. teaching and
tuning.
Mrs. ]. W. Creighton, teaching and
tuning.
Mrs. NJ. Brown, tuning.
Mrs. f. w. Gilchrist, teaching and
tuning.
Mrs. G. A. Butterfeld, tuning.
Mrs. Geo. j. Robinson, teaching and
tuning.
Mrs. Albert Pack, tuning
Mrs. II. ID. Chuchill, tuning.
Mrs. b. +. Luce, tuning
Mrs. f. A. Bishop, teaching and tun-
ing.
Mrs. A. q. Babcock, teaching.
Mrs. g. Golllng. teaching.
Miss Carrie Harper, teaching.
Mrs. +. X. Potter, teaching.
Mrs. w. NJ. Spain, teaching.
Mrs. J. g. Wall, teaching.
Also the following gentlemen:
Prof. Ham, vocal teaching.
Prof Corbin, teaching and tuning.
Mr.. Chas. IIueber, tuning.
DIR. G. III. Shelly, teaching and tuning
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

S. S. Lewenberg has received a large
stock of Waltham and Elgin watches
elegant jewelrv, plain gold rings, Amath
lists, diamonds, jewels, spectacles, eye
glasses, etc, which he is Offering to the
public at lowest prices. His stock Of
goods is always complete, and the peo'
pie can always find just what they want
Go and see him when you want watches
or ieWelrY.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

J. P. Healy & Co. have purchased
the store building at the corner of
Third street and Washington ave-
nue., land will soon remove their store
thereto. The building is now be-
ing fitted up for the purpose. They
will also erect a store house on the
stone foundation in the rear of the
store, and make other necessary
improvements.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Each "course ticket" for the
lecture of "Tank Kee" has four
coupons attached. Each coupon
will admit to the hall on any even
ing, or will entitle the holder to a
reserved seat, by applying at Wit
tleshofer's, on June 23rd, or any
time thereafter. All the coupons
can be used the first night, or part
then, and part thereafter as the
owner may desire. ,'-
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The written examinations at the
public schools in this city, COM
menced on Monday morning last,
and will continue through the
week. The oral examinations will
commence on Monday next, and
continue during the week. The
examinations are for promotion for
the year.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

On Wednesday evening last the
spelling social at the M. E. Church
chapel was largely attended. The
first prize was awarded to E. West
gate, he being first spelled down.
The prize for the last one spelled
down was awarded to Mrs. @. A..
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The house of a man named Ma
Gulski, 10 the town of Long Rap
ids, was destroyed by fire on We'd
nesday morning of last week, and
the man and his son narrowly es-
capped with their lives. 1t is sup
posed that some ill-disposed per-
son fired the house.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Then, if you do not like him, you
need not go again, whereas il you
miss the first lecture, and find the
others interesting, you will regret
that you did not hear the whole OF
them
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

In the matter of clothing, the firm OF
Anspach & Co. are doing the largest
business ever before done In this section,
because they give entire satisfaction,
furnish good goods, and sell at the low
est prices.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Hon. S. L. Carpenter, after at
tending the Democratic State con-
vention, last week, made trip to
Monroe, before he returned to this
city.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

J. N. Tiff, of New York City,
arrived in town on Saturday last
by steamer Keweenaw. Mr.. Tiff
is looking unusually well, and en-
ioying excellent health.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Jos. Wyman, at the King settle
ment, has about one-fourth of an
acre of strawberry beds, chiefly
Wilson's Albany. They are look
ing splendidly.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Sergt. Jas. A. Barwick has re-
turned to duty at the signal sta
ton in this city, and will remain
here till the expiration of his term
of service, which is next October.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

We intend visiting Detroit on
business the first of next week,
and we want everybody indebted
to us to call and settle up before
that time as we need the money.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

A young man named Morrison,
got into an ARRAY in saloon on
the north side of the river, on Mon
day night, and received a severe
cut from a knife in the abdomen.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Greenbaum & Epsteyn have Ia
ken the agency of the Partisan
Steam Laundry of Detroit, and
are taking goods to be laundried.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

NJ. G. Healey is preparing for
the erection of a residence on
Washington avenue, between Sa-
BILE and Third streets.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

AT the annual meeting of the
German Workingmen's Aid So
ciety of this State, which was held
at Coldwater last week, Chas. Col
ling of this city was again tender
ed the Office of President of the
Society, which he declined to &C
cept, having already held that po-
sition two terms, and being OPP
posed to all third term movements.
Mr.. Golling was elected one Of the
trustees, and was appointed on the
committee on bylaws and resolu-
tons.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Judge Tuttle yesterday morn
ing received the sad intelligence,
by telegraph, of the death of his
mother, at Rockford, Mich.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

just fall In with the immense crowd
that is continually calling at the stores
of Anspach & Co., and you will be able
to buy the best goods at the. lowest
price.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Augustus Leins of this city, re-
ceived a telegram on Monday, an
nouncing the death of his father,
which occurred at Lexington, on
Sunday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Hon. 6. L. Maltz has improved
the top of his Opera House by
putting up neat iron railing on
the roof.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The description of the Chinese
army by Tan Kee is said to be the
most enjoyable piece of humor
ever given to an audience.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

When buying goods for the dress or
household, don't fail to remember that
the largest stock, lowest prices and best
goods can be found at Anspach & Cos.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Butterfield q Cradle have put
down new sidewalks in front of
their mill premises, on Fletcher
street.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

According to the official census
of the township of Ossineke. just
taken by ]. Boggs, the population
amounts to 207 persons.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Dry goods. dress goods, in endless
variety, and more arriving every day,
with bottom prices ut the store of An
spach 81 Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Great reduction in the prices Of Mil
linery goods at the store of Mrs. r.
Tumim.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
wanted Immediately.

Hands to work on Coats and Pants, at
KNIGHTS.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The residence of P. Barrett, in
Third ward, was struck by light
ming on Thursday last, but forum
ately no one was injured.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

A. r. Richardson, at the Greeley
settlement, expects to have 200
bushels Of apples and rs bushels
of plums. Also quite supply of
cherries and pears. Who says
fruit won't grow in this countryi
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The water in the streams was
very high last week, and it was
necessary for the Boom company to
suspend operations. 1t was feared
that the mill dam of Chas. w.
Richardson might be carried away,
and close watch was kept until
the dam was considered safe.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The stock of millinery ut the store u
Mrs. Tumim is very large, and the very
best goods on the shore. are being sold
at prices lower than the lowest.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The Trinity Church Ladies Aid
Society will meet in rooms in the
Opera House block, on Thursday
at 2 o'clock p. NJ. Entrance on
River street. A full attendance is
requested.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Hon. g. A. Butterfield, who has
been on business trip to the lum-
Der markets, is expected home this
weelx
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Don't you forget that at the clothing
house of b Wolf you can buy clothing
at the lowest prices. Go and see.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

After putting water works In on your
premises, get one of those portable foun-
tains at Ilamilton's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

New goods, all Of the latest and best
styles, just received, and going off like
hot cakes, at Mrs. Tumim's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

f. H. Dyer few days since
showed us brick made from the
clay bed up the river, and it is pro-
nounced by good judges to be of
the very best quality. We be-
lieve that it is the intention to
commence the manufacture of
brick at no distant day.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
For Sale.

Lots 2, 3, 4, 5 and O, in Block IL, and
buildings thereon situated, known as
the Lock wood and Pickering property.
VIII sell lots separate or together. to
suit purchasers. Terms easy.
j. B. CLAYBERG.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The Masonic fraternity of this
city will give a grand st. Johns
Day ball at the Opera House, on
Thursday evening, June 24th.-
Supper will be served in the ar
mory.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Mrs. Minton has put down
new sidewalk in front of her prem
Uses, on Washington avenue.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The continued cool weather has In
duced Anspach & Co. to reduce thelI
price on all summer goods to cost. Now
Is the time TO buy,
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
THEIR TELEPHONE.
The voItaic Belt Co., Marshall,
Mich.

VIII send their celebrated Electro.
voltaic Belts 70 the afflicted upon 80
days trial. Speedy cures guaranteed.
They mean what they say. Write TO
Them without delay. 422yl
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The census of this county is not
yet completed, but sufficient has
been taken to show that the pop
ulation of Alpena county will be
in the neighborhood of 9,O00.-
The population of the city is esti-
mated at over 5000, and that of
Long Rapids township at 1000.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

A little dog, owned by ]. D..
Holmes, was run over by wagon
on Monday and killed.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Shannon-Macaulay's History Of
England. Benny Morse was the
last man spelled down, and Anna
Dafoe kept up to the very last.
Proceeds of the evening about $40.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
GOLD WATCH FREE

To every worKing agents, male or female.
Agents are clearing from a. 20 si5 day on our
goods, in addition 10 above premium. Send 10 for
sample, or Al for full outfit and secure your
ty. The Messenger Publishing Company,
4j7mi LewIsburg, Pa.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Paul Dane has q new fence and
an addition to his residence, on
Oldfield street.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

When you are about to accept water
from the water works, go to Hamilton's
and get his prices for putting in water
| hxtures
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

g. N. Blackburn has put q new
gravel roof on his store building.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
ADVERTISERS.

BY addressing GEO. p. HOWELL & CO., 10
Spruce st., New York can learn the exact cost Of
any proposed line Of ADVERTISING in Ameri-
can Newspapers BrS-lOO-page Pamphlet Toe
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Jas. Hamilton and VIM. Hoy
have new sidewalks in front of
their lots, on Oldheld street.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

There will be strawberry and
ice cream festival at the Baptist
Church this evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

New foot-paths on either side of
the bridge,-an Improvement which
was much needed.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

The entire stock Of millinery at the
store OF Anspach IL Co. Is now being
sold at less than cost prices. Don't for
get 1t.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

j. Hamilton is doing excellent work
in putting water pipes, etc., into dwell
ings. Go and see him.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

On Saturday night. June 9Th, %
inches of water on the level was
the amount of rainfall.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

A large stock OF fringes, ginghams and
laces, all at lowest prices, at Mrs. Tum-
inns.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Gelos Potvin has been improv'
ing his premises, on Chisholm street
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

John Thompson has changed his
peanut stand into q grocery es-
tablishment.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Go TO Hamlton's and see those porta-
BILE sprnklers and fountains.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Grin Erskine, the Street Com
missioner, Is doing some good work
on the streets.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS

ca 49, A year and expenses 10 agents Out
- 4 4 4 III free. Address 4. o. Yickery, Au-
gusta, Maine. 455w4
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Circuit Court commenced yes
terday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Cbas. Golling has completed ar
rangements for putting gas into the
Gollipg House.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
SECOND ALARM.

About half past nine o'clock the
same evening, the fire alarm again
sounded, and many of our citizens,
without even knowing the direc-
ton of the fire, expressed the opin-
ion that it was Spencer's house.
The fire department was soon ont,
and all efforts made TO save the
burning building, but the fire this
time had gained considerable head
way, and it was hard work to get
the flames under subsection. In a
few minutes the barn, which ad-
Joined the house, and the house it.
self was one sheet of fame. The
fire and smoke rolled in dense
masses upward, while the fire boys
poured floods of water upon the
raging elements. Twice the hose
of the fremen were cut, thus CIV
ing the fire opportunity to do its
work of destruction, but water
was soon pouring through the hose
again, and at length the fire was
got under control. 1t was after
when the flames Iwere
extinguished, and all was left of
the house and barn was one char
red mass of ruins. A horse be-
longing to Mr.. Spencer, which was
in the barn, was consumed in the
and some of the furniture
was destroyed. The house was
insured for $500, the barn for 5000,
aud 500 on the furniture.
There is considerable specula-
ton as to the origin of the fire,
the people being unanimous in the
opinion that it was the work of an
incendiary, but they attach no
blame to Mr.. Spencer.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

We advise every one to hear the
Introductory lecture Of Mr.. Bailey.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16
OUR TELEPHONE.

False alarm of FIRE on Friday
last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

Down goes Boots and Shoes at Mas
tiers & Folkerts'
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1880-06-16

A. r. MCDONALD,
Recorder.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1880-09-24
Two Brave Girls.

Miss Rebecca w. Bates, of Scituate
Harbor, one of the heroines of 1872, has
just celebrated her 87th anniver-
sary at the old homestead. Two
sisters, Rebecca and Abigail, daughters
of the ighthouse-keeper at Scituate,
played part in the Revolutionary
period as noteworthy as Barbara Freit-
che. The lighthouse at the above
period was made the scene of fife-and-
drum victory over an English blockade
in Scituate harbor. Two American YES
sells were coming into the harbor laden
with -four. AS it was shallow, the man
of-war was afraid to venture, and manned
two boats to pursue them. They were
fast gaining on them when seen by Re
becca and Abbie Bates, when going out
to pick up chips to boil the tea-kettle
for the evening meal. The place was
under the protection of Home guards, 7"
who, not apprehending any danger, were
on forage in huckleberry patch.
The girls had become familiar with AIN
munitlon and military music. Perceiv-
ing the danger, one of the sisters pro-
posed to face the enemy with guns, but,
quickly taking in the fearful odds, had
recourse to a stratagem. They fled to a
side of the lighthouse, so as to be con-
cealed from the enemy, and one of them
in steltorian tones called the roll. In an
instant after Rebecca struck martial
air on the fife, and Abbie hammered on
the drum Justify. The music reached
the British, flag was hoisted, and the
two boats wheeled about, and in the act
seaman fell overheard, but was seized,
neck and heels, and hauled in. The
music also alarmed the absent guards,
who returned in time to raise tumglltu-
Gus cheers as the enemy were departing,
the ladies playing yankee Doodle. "
These two sisters never married, al
though they had several proposals.
They were very industrious and could
ply the needle and thread on any kind
of garment, for male or female. The
family is remarkable for their longevity.
Their father died when very aged, and
their mother at 81, and their paternal
grandfather at more than 100. One sis
ter, Mrs. Jane Curtis, is in her Goth
year, and another, Mrs. Hawthorne, is
in her 10Th. The house occupied by
these two celebrities was built by their
grandfather 140 years ago, and is in a
wonderful state of preservation. Dos
ton Traveller.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1880-09-24
Pills Conundrum.

A Scotchman, so Sydney Smith falsely
said, requires surgical operation to get
joke through his head. A writer in a
contemporary, however, tells the story
Of n man who couldn't get conundrum
through his head:
There was a time with the club when
conundrums and quaint play upon words
constituted the chief of the post
prandial enjoyment. We had all fur
nished conundrums except Phil and we
told him, one evening, if he didn't have
good conundrum, fresh and new, for
us on the following day, we would sus-
pend him for neglecting to furnish his
quota of entertainment.
That night Phil fingered behind after
the others had gone, and then applied to
our steward, Michael, to help him out
from his difficulty.
mike, give me conundrum-a real
fresh one-that's good fellow. You
know I'll do as much for you, any time. -
Mike knew it, and scratched his head /;
and finally evolved the following cit
is my fathers child, and my mothers
child yet it is not my sister nor my
brother"
Goodness me Mike, how can that
be?
"Why, don't you see, Mr.. Barton
it's myself. am my fathers child, and
my mothers child /; but, of course, 1
amt my own brother or sister, either. "
eli 1 see That's good Capital !
Now let's see 70 And he repeated it
until he was sure he had it right.
On the following day, over the dessert,
Phil announced:
"Ho, boys I've got conundrum for
you, and there amt one of you that can
answer it,"
$50 ahead, old fellow. Let us have
it. PROFOUND"
"Well, here it is: 1t is my fathers
child and my mothers child, yet it is
not my sister nor my brother"
They thought a few moments, and then
one of them cried out, and the rest i'm
mediately followed suit:
"Why, it's yourself, of course"
"No," said Phil, shaking his head.
"That amt it. You won't guess it..
"But that is it. 1t can't be anything
else. Look at it for yourself.
81 don't care. 'Taint right. You
haven't got it.
"Well, then, who can it be? Tell
us"
cts our steward, Nike Mac Dou0al!'