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Orangeburg times. [volume] (Orangeburg Court House [S.C.]) 1877-1881, 1880-04-30

Hard words are like hailstonrs in
summer beating down and destroy
ing What hey would nourish if they
were melted into drops.
Orangeburg times. [volume] (Orangeburg Court House [S.C.]) 1877-1881, 1880-04-30

Some wise man rrmarhci 40
man is hurt but iy hi.uyscIl. Did
Chat man ever visit dentist? Did
Il" ever plny shiunry with Il mule:
Finally. did he ever sass His wife?
Orangeburg times. [volume] (Orangeburg Court House [S.C.]) 1877-1881, 1880-04-30

lnvi"IalIr fidelity, GOOD humor and
complacrncy Of temper o'tiivc all The
charms of a fine face, and makes The
decay oi il Invisible.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23
Progress" for the Future.


With this number, Saturday, November
18th, 1880, Progress will begin it's third
volume. Hereafter it will be an Inde.
pendent Democratic paper retaining all
It's eclectic features, discussing society,
finance, the drama, railroads, and foreign
affairs. Its price has been reduced TO
$3.50 per annum, or 8 cents a number.
A. | have placed all my means in the
reoTganized enterprise, and propose to de-
vote all my time to it, | have no hesitation
in asking my personal and political friends
to give me the benefit OF their promp, and
active cooperation. When we recollec,
that over 10000 votes were cast for Gen.
eral Hancock in the city of Philadelphia
alone, on the I'd of November, and in
Pennsylvania 400, 900, and in the country
at large about five million of votes. ,bc,e
ought to be ready and liberal rosponso IN
the scheme Of an Independent Democratic
weekly paper Of the highest class in Phil.
adelphia. W.
The hour OF Democratic defeat, procured
oy open purchase of the suffrage, and hv
deliberate intimidation Of the dependant
citizen, should also be the hour Of Demo.
cratic education and preparation for the
great WORK OF organization and action, in
the present and the future.
JoHN w. FoRNkY,
Editor and Proprietor of Progress.
1O2 Chestnut street, PhilAdelphis
Terms for Progress: 81 so per wear
Single copies, s cents.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

when you come TO Bellefonte call At
Lyon x Co.'S and see the largest and tInes,
stock OF overcoais that can be found ont.
side Of Philadelphia. We have them a.
$40 and 1915. We have brown beaver
!overcoats at $5.25 and 81. so. You can,
beat them anywhere else at $50 and e.
we have the finest blue and black bcaye,
overeoats. We have reversible overcos,
Two sides to wear out, or two coats in one
we have the best chinchilla oyercos,s :,
so,V you ever saw; they are worth ss 10
s.o' we can show you over 81, 900 worth
v S'''Soszs LYON & "a
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23
" Rock Candy and Rye Uhiskey

For Colds, Throat and png diseau
Prepared ready for use W1derful in o..
healing Powers 1t giyc- ref BY arre,,
ing the hacking cough. notshes. buiIcls 10
up and strengthens the stem. F,T =.
Troublesome coughs or hoarsess afTectip-
The voice II will give almost ftant re-. ~.
The great secret of its success IL
many surprising cures when ev1
known remedy has failed Ia rivefd
1t truly recommends itself after S,'
trial, no matter how bad the c.
Lung affection may be. H;s-o !, bSi.
cine, bot the finest crystallizs,i,, a, W
Rock Candy combined with % pg,oCa-
Distilled Old Rye Whiskev 80 nd
old fashioned way. and sIknoul.3,.a5
'n' nes, Judges to be the puresi snd 4
2, al hish'es. Rock Candy and 7 o'
"n'sAey, now universally used
recommended by the most emi hs.
in!slc'Shs' as tonic FOR invslids
persons advanced IN life. Rock c., N"'
oe'hE sacChArine matter makes new = /, anl
ana the Pure Old Rye Whiskev /. ant O
Ate' ana iniuses life, and combine, -keg
prepare 1t, strengthens the digestive
gAns' increases the appetite, and an
proNemeht IN the system invariably follo, m'
~ -. Y s3ld with our guarantee for its Puri Il
Inc FIaVor, and excellence. p-ico Il
oo''sr ior large bottle. Orders nv m ov
reeve % prompt and careful attention an,
,uIi directions. Fine old Houor.
ismllS snd medicinal usel ,,,sei,
FERN BERGER BROTHERS Wino Other
STp'rt Merchants, 1870 Msrka, =, ,erc
I"i,'adelrhiS, ia. Sold only in Belle. p,,,
ae'oHN HARRIS Drug Store n -
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23
Rev. DIR. vrncrsrs v,srr AnD THE

Rev. DR.. VfRcEST's VfsfT AED THE
SABBATH .scfiooL CosvESTIos.-The en-
incnt gentleman whose name is mentioned
In the above title arrived in Bellefonte last
Thursday morning in rcsponse to an invita-
tion from the officers Of the Centre County
Sabbath.school Association. The reverend
gentleman il actively concerned in Sabbath
school affairs, il President Of the Chautau-
qua Literary and Scientific Circle, which
has members all over the country, and
takes prominent part in other benevolent
enterprises Of national reputation. His
visit proved to be AS enjoyable as WAS ex-
pected On Thursday evening he delivered
bis lecture on THAT Boy" for the Young
Men's Christian Association Of this place
to an apprecistive audience Of about two
hundred persons. The receipts were $50,
just sufficient TO pay the lecturer and 9TH
or incidental expenses. On Friday he was
school Convention, which was held in the
Presbyterian church of this place, taking
an active part in all the proceedings Of
that gathering. The Friday evening ses-
sion Of the Convention was attended by
an immense audience, the attraction being
DR.. Vincent lecture on Modern Sunday
school Ideas" He departed on Saturday
morning after a few farewell words TO the
Convention. About forty delegates from
all parts Of the county were present at the
sessions of the Convention. Music, rem
dered by large choir Of trained vocalists,
was Il pleasing feature Of the exercise
The occasion throughout was very salts
factory. Centre Hall was selected for the
next place of meeting.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23
DEATHS.
sTovKR

SiO, hk-At Cufwensviits IN ths i,n
sse,sstls ,s ha,ry Aasiln -oBd .os y quests hex
ssAfs' @0hihs AZ S9a was g.
which bioonsed and ekrsrssa -, - %4SU,pW'
III H. a's',ns CON 81. e An bogr ..ere returned
Frum aa,.,.- sl..,. -, ..s, = 6 OF the VIC
his avofsa soai be bs,rr suicides were
lie lives SSo q ~ s'sai = , ssEs'e nrn. In e7o
Why should vsx uay bsar, a, cause Of death
No Asof he xisii me-
Ny soei will mount L, A., -
And sh-Fr nas sAsla III see -
Net lost but gene before. ia ss25 and
ohAf al her reedenss In p.,,cn ,.-.. = a
J. Green Gray. Aa :.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

Wilbur Harris, son of Mr.. Henry Har-
ris, of Howard street, broke through the
thin ice while skating on tho mill dam,
las; Monday, and owes his rescue from a
watery grave to the prompt exertions of
his companions. Mr. Cooper Dare rem
dered himself the hero of the occasion by
his presence of mind He drew Off his
overcoat and extended one end of IL TO
Wilbur. Retaining the other end, he
drew his fish safely upon firm ice. We
are glad the adventure had such fortu-
nate termination and hope Wilbur will
not suffer from his unreasonable bath.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23
MARRIAGES.

sHAFFER-REIsH the Ia, tn,.,
athoe oi Behjsnain Rstsh. Of lsrh So, e,
2ige y HAftssll. NJ. Nsutos q =
,Aef ,f township, and Miss Cath.ti,.. A
har''' township, this oeabty.
"L. h-h \ On the i4,h insiAn, =, n.
aTeohaEe Iackssnvills. ia 4, ~. -.
hAftFeli' Mr.. NJ L. nerk - ~
n ne eoeHty, Pa, and Mis. Asps.
'A'lie Houe. Shelby coantS Ii,,.el.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

CoRRLsPoNpEScE. containing important news solicit.
ed from any part of the county. No communications
inserted uuess accompanied by tho real name of the
writer.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

Spring woolens now ready Early
orders solicited. Money saved
l9-tf MoSrGoMERT & Co, Tailors.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

No moro sick chickens. Saw
poultry and cure them Of disease. by
Roberts Poultry Powder. 1t hs
failed 10 cure Cholera, and aIl g..
which fowls are subject. Price
per package. For sale by all drug
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

james Cornelly has established quite a
business in cleaning and fixing up harness.
He makes his headquarters at Garman's
Hotel, and the way he transforms old
harness into new is astonishing.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

By far the most enjoyable ball of the
season will be given tomorrow evening in
Bush's Hall, by Mr. c. Smith, the popular
baker in Bush's Arcade. Mr.. Smith Is
quite proficient in the art of catering to
the entertainment of the public, and will
employ his best efforts in making the ball
social success. He has circulated invita-
tions for the occasion, and those who at
tend will find cheerful welcome, and will
spend the closing hours Of Christmas eve
and the opening hours Of Christmas morn.
ing in very pleasant and merry manner
Buy your next new overeoat at the
nhiiaAnlxI.sa nrnnnh
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

At the present. time when thcf
many WORTHLESS lluameuts in the
il would be well 10 inquire whic
best. This will be found in NIB
Embrocation lit If = pauscea for
that require rubbing either -
beast. Price 30 cent, per boiua
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

"A Tonsontown paper made young
poetess say, 30 for heart full of sweet
yearling ~ The poetess wrote TO the edi-
tor, declaring that she wrote 'ycarnins, /"
and that the printer who set IL up "year.
ling" was calf The fair poetess was
yearning for some Of those splendid gro
acerie and rich candies at Seohlee 4 Cos.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23
Business Notices.

Why are horses and cattle after e.
Roberts lior.e Powder like Il new
dried shirif Because they look s.o,,
clean.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

The popularity Of NJ. b. 70,
Horse Powders is proving Itself in RIO the
creased demand throughout this : as a
from the fact that the public are At
binding out that it is possible to obi,
package Of Horse and Cattle Powder wlgs for
Il strictly pure and free from such sduost OF
altos as bran, cake meal. and other trna,
gradients calculated TO puG the sai
instead Of curing II of the disease it'll eA'
ieHng rom. NJ. b. Roberts Hore p has
us's e"u'aih no sduIteraiion, and sc N ven.
spoonful il required for a dose. Ask
old horseman as to their merit For.
everywhere. Price reduced o 25c
package.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

-Why do y0u cough 'suEEH. = HII'-'
find speedy relief in S.ncs
Wild Cherry and Horehos ,..~ sh,,- -
most pleasant and efHcac:o
for Coughs, Colds, Group,
diseases tending to pulmor
tion. Has been sold for 70.
and is especially adapted b. chH
does not nauseatc, and couscqueu.-
be uscd in sufficient quantity A.
cure. Try one bottle and YOU "A g in satin,
be without 1t. Price 25c. and 5Uc latin
tie, Sold everywhere. Ask your VI
for il. :, .n.i..
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

GRAND JURORS
6 W Collins, Rush Chas smith IiaIuss
Ellis shAffrr, Miles David Henderson Tayl0r.
Jas. Rctiiug. Snow Shoe, Abram Weber. Howard
J. :. DsnhsTmAn, Potter, H.uJsmIu W.i.cr. Penn,
II Zimmerman, B"nuer. Alfred Wrftz. Cu.cgr.
Geo. HcleTiiug. Ferguson. samuel ~Iue How ard.
Peter kriChlpe Ferguson G. X. losing on. Nlcshurg
James kteps B0Egs. has ArurY. Potter,
Junaih uG koyrt. Walker " ilhAm Btvef iiaiuos
John krcidrr, Ferguson. David W Orr Marion
Vim. McClusk"y, Curtin, :. II DrihI. Haine.
J. = Mccormick, Ferguson J BrEusioilef. Half Moon
TRAVERSE JURoRs-FIKsT WEEK
Philip Kemp Potter, A Anmermap h,lilal'r
u, VI stewart, HutiOn. NAmu" Cross. FhillpsbutE,
John 3 Hickman, Gregg, " illism Brooks Spring,
Chii-t. Alexander Penn, " llhsm Grove. Bruurr,
John Holmes. Marion, IIrufN Iiputy College
J y Gardner, LIt.ry. Charles Guru.- MiIrs
II. II. IumlnHGu, Nlheim Nm. HaFugs, Snow Shoe,
Jar D"i~ller, Peuu, George WoliYrd Milrs
william Poster College. Michael Coulter Howard
WIN Miles. MlcsturE, Grurse >hif-f. suUw Shoe,
Peter NFigiuej, Rush, Jas & billilHud. college.
Rgbt y Struhk, Marion. John X Ruukle. Potter.
tlaudius Cook, Suua Shoe. q N. MrNiltams FerE n
Lewis RpssmAu, Gregg, .Alrzm Iirkf Patton
~ Johnston. EDgrs lac Hotter. Sr Howard
-. W -pAuEisT, Pui''T, d. MrtluFkeN. SNOW shoe.
AWos GrruIuEsT. Penn, 4. '. smith uelI~'uute
lrauk "allar". BHgEs, Elias !. mark. walker.
Scott Fravrl Epsh IA Wo.ivarI Howard
n'pfg' steele. Huston, jeremiah sinyet. Gregg.
~ q osmsf, Spring, Peter smith Potter
David Reese, Taylor, John q. Hall, Union.
Henry YeaTtek, Marion John WagucT Howard
hich 'oFtnAE, JT, walker george Eisenhuth liAues.
TRAVERSE JuRORs-sECoNp WEEK
William MAnk Millhsin, i. r. Fustsr Belleioute
Jacob Tsst, philipsbufg lDanisl Rhoads B~lIsfonte
J. 7. Feidler, liHlnrs. iC. y YeaTick. Marion,
benJamin Beck, Miles, lC. A. Mnsset. Gregg,
" Nj Ter. Gregg wm Ker-tettsr. Mlilhsip,.
Henry Meek. Ferguson, 7 X. buhbs. Potter.
Thomas st0ver. Miles, CALVIN Morris Miles
Israel Young. Hatrfs. Daniel I'otnsu walker
J"-fph CLARK, snow shoe, John y Hickman GrrgF
u 6entHei. Penn. jos 4 limerick walker
" W Clark, Liberty, John Tate, Spring
william Love, Potter William MArks, B,ggs
John Pscrman, BngE. Aaron Iui7 sl,ring
G. 4 Faulkner Philipsb'E John SpHtts Trgru
W. NJ. NunadA llAiur-, J G. T. Jones NiIs.iurr
y \. Lucas, - nng James O Brian, Hellefunte.
David q Meek, ferHu-0n, Jza Prpudipui. Mtle.hurF
Adam ho~ietinAn, liArris, ID, II Weaver Fcfgus1u.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

I'm nIn dry goods, dress goods, shoes and
ladies' millinery, we can shaw 80. 80, sau ,al
largest and best stock in the county.
Lyon q 10
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

Professor Cornelly, scientist, says
that ice can be made as hot as boiling
water without melting particle. This is
discovery which, IL true, will lead to inn
portant results but it is much more easy
to credit the statement that the grocery
store Of S. a. Brew s. Son has large
stock of fancy candies for the holiday
trade, in addition to the usual amount Of
groceries, and that they are being disposed
of as rapidly rs hot cakes for breakfast.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

Mr.. Jacob Gill, the oldest resident Of
Pleasant Gap, passed to his heavenly re-
ward on Monday of last week, after an
earthly pilgrimage Of eighty-cight years
He was the father of twelve children,
from whom there were numerous descend
ants. As a member of the Evangelical
branch Of the Christian church his life was
consistent. lie was pensioner of the
war of 1912. The family burial ground at
Zion contains his mortal remains, while
his spirit, freed from earth's bonds, has en-
tered upon the joy Of eternity.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23
SANTA CLAUS, sroErnorsE.-Cb"

SANTA CLAUS SToEEnorsE.-Ch"
under ten years Of age are no
read this article, because We .nvt
reveal the whereabouts Of SarI
storehouse, and very young chiiuv'
not know anything about that. Tn
store around on Allegheny street, r.
window Of which are three superb q
clothed in yclv"ts and laces and ornnm
ed with diamond Thi- l. Santa {
sigu. Within are those persouiGcaiiYr
good humor, Mr. and Mrs.. j. II. ~
who, aided by one or two pretty ladycr
are peesiding over Santa Clau.' 81
which sre spresd in lavish profusion
counters which ~ tend through larger,
They are such us would make Yo
America 20 into transports II deli.
There ARE "A multitude Of beautiful. pre-.
faced dolls, splendid collection or cl.
ren's china and wooden di-he., r-a
array Of Christmas tree ornament.
animals, castles, money rafcs, horn. d
&c. Mr.. Sand-, who j, acting a. 3
Claus agent, has put the pfic" Of all
beautiful thing down 10 the very D.
estimate, determined that every Chi o
the town shall have some # then
Christma' morning. Parents, and Oh
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

Branch. e hn'iaoelphia
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

There is much that is mysterious and
witching in the closing hours Of an annual
cycle Of time, Then the cfs Of mirth and
good nature issue forth and drive dull care
away. For this reason the Logan Hose
Company hold their annual ball on New
Years eve 1t is the time they know the
music will be geycst, youthful spirits light.
est, and the dance most fascinating Their
ball appointed for the approaching New
Years eve Friday evening, the 3lst inst. }
will be fully equal to any Of its prcdeces-
sors, and that il speaking volumes Most
Of the young folks Of the town will be
present and ring the rounds Of the dance
to the music Of delightful orchestra, while
the year 1850 passes into history and the
advent Of youthful 1881 marks another
period in the progress Of this wonderful
world.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

The annual statement Of the borough
auditors has been given to the public and
as usual contains many evidences Of mu-
nicipsl extravaganza and mismanagement
There are many items open to more than
criticism, and it is rad that there is a
marked discrepancy between the statement
for this fiscal year and the last. There is
one item in the report of the overseer Of
the poor, which is almost ludicrous. He
has charged in his account $50 90 for
manure for the lot annexed to the poor
house. At 81 a load, which we believe Is
the regular price for this commodity, it
would seem as If twenty loads had been
cmptled upon the little plot Of ground. II,
ought TO make rich soil
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

Maj. ~. a. s. Taylor, of Norfolk,
Na.--who will be recalled by numerous
friends in Bellefonte "a most geninl and
accomplished gentleman recently sent
Mr.. W. K. Teller, of the Brockerhof
House barrel Of the finest oysters that
have been seen here this season. Mr..
Teller made the occasion Of the tapping
Of the "bar'l' very pleasant for many of
his friends, by bidding them be present to
see the redoubtable Maj. Spiler skillfully
open the delicious bvalves and gracefully
pass them to the invited guests. The host
was kind, the "Majah" was urbane and
the oysters were simply superb, while Mr..
Taylor was So kindly spoken Of between
oysters that We think he ought to come
baCk.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

JANUARY jurors. The following is
the list of Grand and Traverse Jurors
drawn for January Court, beginning the
fourth Monday OF January, 1881
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

Buy your next new overcoat at the
Philadelphia Branch.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

PERsoNAL.-Mr. George Brew has 70.
turned from his western tour after pro-
longed absence.
The Daily Nous says that AL. Dale
chad the misfortune to freeze one Of his
feet" while hunting last week. Now, we
are inclined to think that the cold weather
did it, as Al. would never knowingly per-
form such disagreeable feat as that.
-Signor Philippi arrived in town the
other day after an absence Of considerable
duration.
-Prothonotary Cal. Harper received
his Christmas present last Sunday 1t is
II sweet little boy, and Cal. is now one of
the proudest fathers in Bcllefonte.
We noticed our kind friend, Mr..
Samuel X. Faust, of Miles township, pass.
ing through our streets, on Tuesday morn.
ing, with lot of splendid new seighs of
his own manufacture. Sam. is an enter
prisng mechanic and generally finds
demand for the excellent products Of his
establishment.
We had the pleasure of meeting
number of Miles township friends in
Bellcfonte last and also few from the
same locality this week. Among those
whom we saw last wcel, we're Simon VI.
Spangler and his good wife and jeremiah
Brumgard This week we met Esquire
Haines, Thomas f. Roger and Charles
Bierly. Spangler, Royer and Bierly were
honored members of Company 4, Of the
listh regiment, and with them we could
revive old recoIlections of the time we
served together "at the front"
MIR. David l.. Kerr and wife, of Cen
tre Hill, passed through Bellefonte one
day last week on their way TO the West,
They are visiting friends in viii county,
Illinois, and expect TO be absent until the
first Of February. We wish them pleas
ant trip and safe return home.
Miss Ella Rhonc, the accomplished
daughter Of DR.. j. w. Rhone, who has been
attending school at LutherSburg, Md, is
spending her vacation at home. She re-
turned from school on Saturday last
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

PROFITABLE PATIENTs.- The most won
derful and marvellous success in cases
where persons are sick or wasting away
from condition Of misersbleness, that no
one knows what ails them, profitable pa
tisnts for Doctors is obtained by the use
Of Hop Bitters. They begin to cure from
the first dose and keep it up until perfect
health and strength is restored. Whoever
is afflicted in this way need not suffer " hen
they can get Hop Btters. - Cincinnati Star,
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-12-23

1T was the winter wild,
While the hsaven.lon child
All meanly wmpt In the rude mangsr lies.
Nature IN ave 10 Him
Has doffed her gaudy trim,
With her great Master 50 to sympathIEs.
--[hlrol
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1880-03-26
". 2. SAWYER on EDASoNS LIGHT

SOME or uE INCREDIBLE CLAIMS or PROFESSOR
BARRIER DENIED.
To the EdttOr Of The TrfbHne.
SIR: II may have been n Wise move on the
psr Of the managers OF the Edison Light
eanze Board TO report upon its merits The public
not being supposed TO know enough 10 Judge for itself
Board is IN order.
Professor George f. Barker. II the University Of Penn
syvana or the newspaper accounts are correct and
suppose they nr IL the head OF tho board In lecture
delivered IN Philadelphia Inst evening the Professor
made somo erroneous statements. He said know
ali Other generators aud Edi5ons IL beat or OIL" To
would repy thst Mr. EdisOns generator is inferior
several others IN practical use to-day.
Professor Barker said Ninety eight per cent OF the
energy secured by he Edscn'sl generator"
positively assert thaS Mr.. I'D sons generator does
develop As per cent In electricity Of the power applied
TO 1t.
Professor Barker II reported to have tod knot IN
bundle " carbSnz4d manila horseshoes. This ia phys
csy impossible. Tho Professor may have taken
shoes charrcd only upon the surfsca and tied knot
with them, but not With carb0uizsd manila
other material Carbon. however hbr0us, IA brittle
glass
Profrsssor Barker said that with the Edison lamp
ten hghfs OF 10 candle produced for each
hOFse power" assert that Mr.. Edison caHuOt obtain
tnsn two lights OF ~ candle power each per horse
ish pei morse pOHer-not 100, Professor Barker
sers Mr. Edison has yet LEARNED that tho greater
the Tesstancs OF iaP the greater the power required
Possibly Professor Barker is mistaken I'm his oscula
tons and may In future correct them IL his real
friends will he pleased. II not. he must expect crt
meuf II is reduced 10 figures. Respectfully.
Neir- York, Aarch 20, 1880. w. Il. SAWYER.