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Daily Kennebec journal., 1881-09-13

The Bddeford Times SAYS that foxes have
been unusually destructive to poultry in some
parts of York, this season, particularly in the
vicinity of Beach Ridge Mr.. Charles C..
Barrell lost seventy-five fowls in one night,
and found thirty-six of the number dead in
grass the next morning. Many other poultry
raisers have suffered in the same way, though
none to the sane extent.
Daily Kennebec journal., 1881-09-13

The Eastport Sentinel says that Mr.. Ed
ward b. Davis of that place. who has beer
for some years past travelling for wholesal,
grocery firms of Portland and Boston, i
obliged on account of ill health. to discon
tinue travelling. He has formed partner
ship with Mr.. Warren Hathaway in the retail
grocery business
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
BUSINESS LOCALS.
MAKING WATCHES.

Defective Watch Cases are one ofthe
chief causes If 50 many wat hes not
being good time pieces The cases be
ing thin and not fitting well, admit
dust and dirt to the movement, which
soon interferes with the running parts
ofthe watch necessitating Gle ming, re-
pairing, &c, and the amount thus paid
out if applied toward buying a good
case in the beginning, would have
saved all this trouble and expense. We
have recently seen case that meets
these requirements, 1t having been
carried for over twenty years and still
remains perfect. w Q refer to the JAS.
BOSS PATENT STIFFEEED GOLD
CASE, which has become ono Of the
staple articles Of the Jewellery trade,
possessing as it does so many advanta-
ges over all other watch cases, being
made of two heavy plates ofsoli1 gold
over plate of composition, and we
advise all our readers to ask their
Jeweler for a card or catalogue that
will explain the manner in which they
are made.
Il is the only Stifened Case made
Win Two Plates OF gold, Seanless PEN
dants and center, solid joints, crown
pieces, &c, all of which are covered by
letters patent. Therefore buy no case
before consulting Jeweler who keeps
the JAS BOSS Patent Stiffened Gold
Case, that you may learn the difference
between it and all limitations that claim
to be equally rs good.
For sale by all responsible Jewellers.
Ask to see the warrant that accom- pa
MES each case, and don't be persuaded
that any other make of case is as good.
Apr2-ly.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
The Origin of Envelopes.

A Brighton, England, stationer
took fancy for dressing his show
window with piles Of writing
paper, rising gradually FROM the
largest TO the smallest size in use,
and TO finish his pyramids off
nicely, he cut cards to bring them
10 q point. Taking these cards
for diminutive note paper, lady
cusI omers were continually want
ing some Of "lovely little paper"
and the stationer found it advan-
tageous to cut paper to the desir-
ed pattern. As there was no space
for addressing the noteIets after
they were folded, be. after much
thought, invented the envelope,
which he cut by the aid of metal
plates made for the purpose. The
sale increased SO rapidly that he
he was unable to produce the en-
veIopes fast enough, so he COM
missioned dozen houses TO make
them for him and thus set going
an important branch of the man
ufacturing stationery trade, Lon
don Ne1cS
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
Rheumatism.

In the first symptoms Of this di-
sease, when you are aching and
having painful sensations in the
limbs upon rising from bed in the
morning, a stiffness in the joints
accompanied at times by swelling
and redness, all physicians recon-
mend the application OF an exter-
nal remedy, something pcnetrat-
ing and soothing; an article that
will act as a curative agent to the
parts effected. DR.. BOsarko's Rheu-
matte Cure gives instant relief
upon first application. In lame
back, pains or strains il is an in.
valuable household remedy. Ask
your druggist for it. Price IS cts.
Manufactured by The DR.. Bosanko
Medicine Company, Piqua, o. For
sale by G. w. BOWMAN, druggist,
Martins5urg, w. Va. jun25 ~
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

We are told that a California ed
itor and printer, sets type with his
teeth-putting his editorials and
other articles in type without writ
ing them. OF course he clips par
agrapns with his teeth also. There
is printer in st. Louis who is
sans arms and teeth; he is q match
for the California type. The st.
Louisian sets type with his ears.
He puts an editorial in type with
one ear while composing an origi-
nal poem with the other. The
only person in this cNuntr1 who
owns a more remarkable pair Of
ears is one who believes the story
about the California printer, and
they are only remarkable for siz :.
NoTriSto1CR Head.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
A Becgar Millionaire.

ine Chicago Inter Ocean tells It
singular story OF man who be.
came beggtr 10y falling asleep ln
the street with his hat in his baud.
o. awakiDg lie found Il c0ntaintd
81 ia small coins. As he was stca
and destitute, he concluded that
hegging was good business; and
went into il Systematically. IN
six years be received $50 $50, aud
with thai be dropped the busi
ness, specualcd n Western lands,
and is now millionaire. He
found that while it was often i'm
possible for a man TO obtain ORR
at q 81 day, it was possible for
the same man to extract $25 o day
out Of the pockets Of the people by
simply Disgusting himself and
holding out bis hat; ell Of which
goes 10 prove that labor should be
made more honorable, and beg
ging less lucrative, and that by
aone yell digested plan, WORK
should be found for every man
able to 10 = Charity shculd only
be claimed for those who are
mentally or physically unable to
contend with the world for Iiv-
ing.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
J. II. SHAFFER,

1t is worth special visit to Getting
er s. Hoke's to examine their Nam
moth stock of Boots and Shoes, en-
brscing everything from an infants G
slipper to No. II mans boot or bro
gan; and every variety in quality ard
style, from the finest Burt to the poor
est Yankee shoe, All at prices lower
than anywhere else, according to quail.
ity. In buying from them, a very
great advar tsge to the customer, is
their infexible rule of zone price and
only good goods recommended"
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
The Best FOrna'

The. best form in which electric
ity is embodied is DR.. Thomas
Electric OLA sovereign and high
ly sanctioned specific for rheumat-
ic pains, and a thoroughly reliable
remedy for all affections of the
throat and lungs, used externally
and internally. For sale by +. c..
Williams, j., & Bro, druggists.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

A gentleman was complaining
that he had invested a rather large
sum of money and lost it all. A
sympathyizing friend asked him
if he was bull or bear. To which
he replied; Neither; | was jack
ASST
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

We have three grades Of Men s
"Stitch downs" one Of which we have
made to order. and the best ever offer
ed here. Every pair warrented.
GETTIEGER & HOKE.
Queen St, Blondell's Building
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

Headache, Dyspepsia, Bilious
ness and Constipation, cure d at
once by DR.. METTAUR's HEAD
ACHE and DYSPEPSIA PILLS
Price % cents.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

The New York Hertd says thai
DIR. Holmes is like one of the fla
bled apples which grow rudely
and mellow on the side toward
which the sun goes down.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

In class OF little girls At school,
the question was asked, "What /,
a fort p "A place - put men
in" was the reply "What ia q
fortress, then ?" asked the teach
er. This seemed a puzz o. I'm one
Of the girls answered, "A place
TO put women in"
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
Cheap Goods.

Examine before purchasing,
The Splendid line Of
Dress Ginghams,
New style Lawns,
Lace Buntings,
Roman Stripe,
Black Mouselanes,
Black Cashmeres,
Beautiful Laces,
Silk PRINCES,
New Style Buttons, &c, a.
j. II. SIIAFFER
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

"Patrick }" said the priest. chow
much hay did you steal p "Well
i may as we'll confess to your riv-
erence for the whole stack, for /
am going after the balance to-
night"
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

J.F. BOYD, Superintendent
CHAS. FELDMAN, Agent.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

To Farmers and Laboring Men, call
and see the best line of mems Heavy
Brogans in town, at Ii. N. DEA-
TRICKS.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

A large lot of Ladies' Slippers just
received at DEATRICK'S.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

For Ladies' and Gents Kid Gloves,
from Is cts. to $l.00 go TO
j. II. SHAFFER.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
CONTINENTAL HOTEL,
CORNER OF QUEEN AND KING STREETS
TTart!nsburg, w. Va.

My OLD CUSTOMERS and the trav
wi cling public in general are informed
that on the FIRST DAY OF APRIL, 1877,
will take charge of the above-named Ho-
tel, where shall be glad to see all my old
patrons. The house is new, commodious,
rooms pleasant and airy, and elgibly sit
uated. WIN, RCTLtDGE.
January lift
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23

Peps Corn Solvents a sure cure.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1881-07-23
By John HollriCh
81 QUEEN STREET.
NEW STOCK
OF
Dry Goods.

EMBRACING ALL THE LATEST
and choicest styles of new Spring and
Summer Dress Goods, such as
Scotch Zephyrs, Foulards,
Madras Ginghems, Sateens,
Seersuckers, Lawns,
ChintZes, Cretonues,
Oxford Cloths, Monies,
Toiles d Alsace, Cheyiots,
Printed Shirtings.
A beautiful line of Silks, Sateens, Al
pacas, Silk Grenadines, Melange Pin
Checks, various colors; Wooden Sateens,
all colors; Balerno Cloth, like alpaca, but
heavier; Cashmere Beige; fine line Of
domestic Calico, Hosiery, Linens. mus
Inns, fannels, handerchiefs, laces. notions,
&c, which cannot fail to please.
Mems and Boys Wear,
such as cloths, cassimeres, cassinets, cor.
duroys, boots, shoes, hats, caps, &c.
Call and see my stock. 1t embraces
everything in the Dry Goods line. Prices
as low, and little lower than the same
quality of Goods can be had elsewhere.
No trouble to show Goods. Call and ex,
anime and get prices.
JOHN HONRICH,
my7 'el. 81 QUEEN STREET.
, 1881-06-26

leans over her shoulder us he points tcastuRiy Mt
tho accepted flower. His wings are extended.
md his 1ulver is secured to his back by II broad
ribbon which Is conveniently tied u front. The
figure Of the young girl is very pleasing, tho
pusc graceful the arrangement Of tho drapery
excellent. and the modelling good, notably in the
hcnt and sEtre left urn and the d'mp'ed feet:
The expression Of the faco fs inuuccnt and
sweet The hair Is cnucht up In Il coil behind.
TIL: ACADEMY.
The year OF tho art-scaool OF the Academy Of
md award Of prizes will 6c held ut p. I'll. Tut:5-
day an address will TIC made by air. Gtnr~e
L. Adams, md the prize medals anu other hon
ors VII! be distributed by Mr. Dale, the ''hilfr
man OF the Schoo! Committee. The artists
Earle und Drury lct rs Judges of the sf':dcnfs
WORK. The gold untl silver medals are pre-
scn,cd by Mcssrs. j. H. bale, Wi'liat:. 7; Raker:
Trustees. nnd are OF original ara beauti-
ful design. The gold 12ctlal bears upon
its fnee view Of tho Parthcnou.
Felix ur,ium cutter 1:,vcuis,' which is free
translation Of Guethe's Fortunate is the 1I.au
who ut HI e,,riy.ngc Icarns whit :'rt ls." Tho
silver medal has for its chief device hand
-iaure:s with ApnIfo's rnntto. 'Suita dies sing
li:lrs-" The sSetchin: tour ri the Academy will
start Thursuay evening. ,tnd bids fair to TIC very
successful. About thfr1y-tivo persons have
given in their MINES, and the route includes the
White Sulphur Springs and tho Natural Bridge.
Some Of the cxcur3innists will come home by
way Of Isicsmond u1ld New York. Tho very re-
narkablc progress of the art-school during the
lust year may be more Property reviewed after
the opening of tho exhibition The work will be
OIL view during tho whole Of this week and
probably longer.
, 1881-06-26
ABOUT PORTRAITS

IAbS'O L 1'OaL llS-
1t has been most truthfully said that J" ali 1lo-
Ncation Of science directly to artistic work
endangcrs its pnetic character, and almost in
Hrfabiy gives risc to hardness and Journalism
be reverse OF artistic, leading the artist
to depend On what he knows ought to bu
rather than on what be really sees,
tendency more tn be deprecated than any want
OF correctness in druwing." These remarks ap-
ply particularly to tho Use Of the camera in pro-
which to build q very accurate but altogether
Photographic port1nit+ aud are suggested by tho
work Of Mr.. E. H. Hart, or Philadelphia, who Is
0'bFiens. with specimens Of his work in cr1lyon,
pastel. and water-c0lUr portraits. which lire
Cs,pIed and enlarged from smaller pictures.
This process may hc very useful in
tue. case Of deceased person where
thore is nothing bn II photograph to 70 hy,
but why living people Of wca and ample "p-
pnrtunttes for comparison should send to It'll
other city fur copirs which. although showy, do
NOT begin to compare in good taste and ey-
cclscncc with the work nf Il dozen Of our hume
artists Is not sn ensy nt comprehension Money,
hnwcEer. will not always purchase dScriml1lnt
ing eye, and it is not to bc wondered ut that peo-
pie are often bexldered with the limitations set
before them. The writer Of these notes WIS
sitting in an :art-store few days ngo when tho
proprietor, who had been exhibiting Il printing
TO II finely dressed Indy who evidently thought
Of purchasing, was called to another part or the
store. The lady, turning quickly. said:
ta TO nnasc 1aow shat rc, Gf
hand painted: - When assured that it was. and
that the price atone, which wns S150, ought tn
convince her, she replied: THE ch1omos are
so good one can't always tell! ~
, 1881-06-26

There is not in the CITY of Chicuso ncater,
cleaner. 1uorc orderly, or better conducted hotel
than tho Windsor European, on Dearborn street,
just south IF THE TRIBUNE building. Recent
improvements made at this house include q
complete renovation of the entire interior:
painting, <calcmlntng- ana redecoratiug tue
walls and ceilings OF every room: several new
BETS of furniture OF elegant design, twenty ne"
carpets Of the finest quality. new curtains, up
holstery, etc The Windsor is now as bright,
fresh, and attractive rs money will make it, and
Iii. Grcgsten. the proprietor, will spare no labor
or expense to keep It SO. Visitors to the SIM
gerfest will find the Windsor Il convenient, de-
Nrabfc, nnd economical stopping place.
, 1881-06-26
Mnsn,,i7nFs ARF BlO0DTHlRST7.

and troublesome this time of the year. They
are produced from lnryr- which is so light that
it floats in tho air, and is precipitntcd to tho
earth by dc;ydrops Or rnin- They are hatched
out in warm water, fed upon animalculcs. mat
amorphosed iutu insects, and, If not destroyed
dcvour human blood. Prof. Paine's CAtarrh
Vapor Instantly kills them. md his Liver kcno-
vator Pills and .Antscptc Pills or Powders, man.
ufactured at his Sanitariun,. Grand Haven,
Mich, remove every form of parasites that ere
atc diseEsc. Send for circular. j.
, 1881-06-26

KIod7x nInlt E1trac.-Strcngth for In
valids.-The writer Of this paragraph has
within his own personal knowledge case in
which lady who hns bceu an invalid for 1uany
years has received Immediate and most Won
derfuI benctit from using alaft Extract: ln-
deed tho return Of tone to the stomach and
digestive ogguns, Of strength to the frame, and
huoyancy 1nd cheerfu!ncss tn the mind has
been sp rapid and complete that the whole thing
in this casc strongly recommended By the fam
ilv physician. nun OF great experience and
distinguished prudence, and he urged the IL,
be ut first somewhat difficult of assimilation
This advice the invalid followed with the result
tract is imported aud sold by Messrs. Tar
rant s. Company, than whom no house in
the country is better known or mnre trust
worthy, aud their name Is upon every bottle
Boston Courier. For sale by all druggists and
fancy EroctE5.
, 1881-06-26
ART IN CHICAGO.
Elchbaum's Spirited Painting Of Mr.
Pickwick and Sam Weller.
Some Reflections Concerning Por-
traits and CllrOmos.
Notes and Gossip Of the,istudios and
the Galleries..

MIX. P1CKWICK AND SAM WELLER,
me latest picture received at OBrieu's
yts from the hnnds Of G. c. Eicabaun. of
81. LOUIS aud represents Nr. Pickwick end Sam
"ci1eT III tllt scene oi their cvcntful lives us
described by Dickens. where Old Mr.. Weller uas
Just finished giviiss his knowing son what he
calls '' sov'rin" cure for the gout. He says
" tue EoutiS complaint us arises from too
much ease and comfort. Ii ever you're at
tacSed with the gout sir, jiss you 1nurry
wiadcr rs has got good loud voice, with
ues"nt nouon OF usiu' it. and you'll never have
tho gout atln. It's II capital prescription. sir;
take it rcc'lar, and cun warrant It to drive
away any illness us Is caused by too much
jollttv.".
iuTlnE impaired this valuable secret, Mr.
weller drsstned bis giass once more, produced n
lnoorcd wink sighed deeply, aud slowly retired.
Ac IS seen In the picture through the open door
standing beside his coach, while the following
conversation cnsued within. and forms the text
ot Ibis admirable painting:
",Ncii, what do you lHns Of what your poor
ianGf says. can! Inquired Mr. PickWiCk with
i smile.
Think. sir" replied Mr.. Weller: "wny, l
enink N! he's tho victim q eonnubaity!"
ihe room is the interior OF Il tavern; pipes
end mugs OF t:le aaorn tue mantcl. Mr. Pick
WICK SITS III lurge arm chair, fat, comfortable
larry bcaming With seltsatisfactton and good
hature- waiting with nn amused smile for Sans )
answer. while ne rubs bis giasses with his rcd
oa1ldanna handkerchief. Saul Weller srAnds
near and facing him with an impudent, knowing
'4r that is perfectly indcscrbnhe. One thumb
Ii thrust into the nr,n-hoie or his pink striped
vest, his euat thrown back hat tippeu one side,
one hind On bis hip, his right foot advanced as
ne gives his opinion Of his fathers,
oT. as he often calls him. 1.-THE old
Aucicnts,' sad condition. The picture
is full Of genuine hulnor, and tells its
own story completely 1t will hardly be allowed
to leave Chicago. several offers for it having nl
Of S:0W seems rather startling to people inac-
customed to paving so lnrgc sum for one paint
Ing 1t Is by the same artist who exhibited at
our last Exhibition tho veli-remembered pitt-
ure " Whistle and Will Come TO You, Ny Lad"
, 1881-06-26
PREPARE FOR BATTLE,

"Englnnd expects every man will do bis
duty Every man, woman, md child should
See to it that they visit aud consult Drs. Nc
Chesney on teeth. Why continue to pay fancy
prices when you can get the finest and best set
fur &E9
, 1881-06-26
GFNTuF Owns TuF PATENTS

to make the carbon and platinum photographs
which never fade. Gentle has no connection
With any studio but his own, at 500 Cottage
GroGe arenuc, formerly 100 State street.
, 1881-06-26

All your own fault II you remain sick when
you can get Hop Ditter5 tlut never fail.
The Daily Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883, 1881-04-12


The people of Indiana have
again adopted an amendment to
their state constitution changing
the time of holding the state elec-
tions from October to November.
The Supreme court now has an
other opportunity to override the
will of the people, and retain the
state as an October straw to show
which way the presidential wind is
blowing. But it is not likely the
decision of the people will be re,
versed this time. The October
indications last year were such
that democrats would have fell
quite as comfortable had they
awaited the November result with.
out data. Besides, with Indiana q
November state, it will be possible
for democratic national conventions
to be more fortunate in selecting
their candidates. Indiana demo
Gratis must be content to be les.
indispensable than heretofore.
The Daily Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883, 1881-04-12

A feeble corpse, who has in
some way obtained few type and
started on the road as a reformer,
seems to be inflicted with what
Macaulay calls "a pruriency for re-
nOwn," and is itching for some sort
of notice at our hands. THE As
ToRIAN has never attacked this
prevaricator in any shape or form
whatever. If the garment cut fit
ted his shape let him wear it. THE
AsToRIAN, to be up with the times,
has no space, nor a moment to
spare in quarreling with, nor bring
ing to notice such class of journal
ist, nor the porous plaster which
he thinks he is editing. Besides
this, we are naturally of a cheerful
and happy disposition, and it chills
us, and fills our system full OF
damp uncomfortable gloom, to
enter cemetery and wrestle with
the worm-eaten fragments of a
slate lamented." Therefore, with
uncovered head and muffied foot
steps we leave the crumbling relic
beneath the bending willow, and
gladly emerge into the living,
breathing world. "Cursed be he
who would speak unkindly of a
snicide."
The Daily Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883, 1881-04-12

The investment companies or
ganized in New York are after the
model of the financial companies
of London. Their business is OF
a banking nature, and consists in
the transaction Of brokerage be-
tween the general public IN search
Of investments Of capital, and
railways and other fiscal corpora
tions requiring large loans OF
money.
The Daily Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883, 1881-04-12

We presume the best way TO
view the munifcent subscription
purse for Gen. Grant Is as a matter
with which the public has no con-
Germ. If the Goulds and the
Vanderbilts wish TO give their
money to Gen. Grant it Is their
affair, and if Gen. Grant wishes
TO take their money it is his affair.
If we may, however, be allowed a
word on the subject, it is that Gen.
Grant would be a much greater
man in the eyes OF his country
men if he had politely but firmly
told these gentlemen that be was
well able to@arn his own living,
and was not in need Of assistance
The Daily Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883, 1881-04-12

The italian government has Of
fered prize of 100000 francs for
an efFectual remedy for the rayages
Of the parasite insect that is alfiict-
ing the orange and lemon trees of
Italy, and a wealthy Italian has
added 100000 francs TO the offer.
The Daily Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883, 1881-04-12

The Illinois Legislature varied
the monotony brought about by a
farcical railroad investigation, by
entertaining bills calculated TO
provoke visibility. y superlative-
ly funny man one day introduced
a bill to protect pecan trees from
the ravages of school boys; an
other put a high tariff on treating,
by introducing an act to prohibit
it, under heavy penalties, and later
the climax was reached by the
introduction of bill to prohibit
cyprians from driving or riding in
any street in any city in the state
under heavy fines at first and i'm
prisonment for the third offense.
The Daily Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Or.) 1876-1883, 1881-04-12
MAIN STREET,

grand Stylish
the al Of