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The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
TABLE GOSSIP.

Did you ever think how much plsasanter
it must be to be shot dead than shot living?
Boston Transcript
Must the American oyster dier' asks
one of our exchanges 1t must. If 1t is
tough enough to go through a plain stew or
fancy roast alive, we don't want it,
Springfield Union.
The man who travels by way of Gatesville
is not much better off than the man who has
been to a Church fair. The stage has been
robbed four times in the last month The
robbers take every cent man has GOT
Texas Siftings.
1t is said that the habitual exercise of the
eye upon fine work, like watch repairing.
tends to the development and preservation
OF the powers of vision rather than to their
injury. At any rate, men engaged upon
this work seldom find their way to an oph-
thalmic hospital.
In LARCENY, France, in 1457, SOW and
SIX young ones were regularly tried in
Court on the charge of having murdered d
partly eaten a child. The SOW was guilty
and condemned to death; the pigs were ac-
quilted on acc 'unt of extreme youth, The
bad example of their mother and the abb
sence of direct proof against them
A pathetic scene occurred few days ago
in the Penitentiary at Little Rock, Ark. A
young man. twenty three years old, one of
the train robbers recently sentenced to
seventy years Imprisonment, complained of
being ILL., and was sent to the Hospital. He
appeared to be suffering from no disease, but
his pulse was up to lao. His heart seemed
to be breaking on account of the severity of
his sentence. Tears fell from his eyes as he
thought of the long years of imprisonment
before him. His mind began to wander.
and in his rawlings he quoted sentences from
the pernicious literature which had led him
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
Shirts as Life Preservers.


Many men burned in the mines by the
explosion of gas owe their deaths to the fact
that they have persisted in working without
any shirts or other protection for their
bodies save pantaIoons Often it happens
that an explosion of gas occurs which would
prove comparatively slight in Its effects but
for the great surface over which the burns
extend. The treatment closes all the pores
of the skin over the burned parts. and where
these are extensive, the patient experiences
a sort of asphy yxia---seems to be smothered
to death. Even burns of slight depth, if
embracing large surface of the body,
almost invariably prove fatal. 1t is against
the rule in many mines for the operatives to
work without shirts and it would be well to
enforce the rule in all the mines and reduce
the number of fatal at least 10 per cent
There is great temptation to throw off the
clothing in some mines, especially those
which are very deep, as the temperature
rises degree for every fifty feet in depth,
and in many mines the air that is forced
into the chambers becomes heated by the
steam pipes in the down cast, and loses much
of its vitalizing quality before it reaches the
limits of the mine. But where there is gas,
stripping is dangerous Thomas Riley who
died recently, owes his death to cutting of
the sleeves of his shirt and leaving it unbut-
toned in the back
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
Lincoln In . Studio.

ILeOnaru NOlk, In The Century.
"He was there promptly indeed, he
never failed to be on time NV studio was
in the 18th story, and there were no eleva-
tors in those days, and soon learned to
distinguish his step on the stairs, and am
sure he frequently came up two, if not
three, steps at stride. When he sat down
in that hard, wooden, low-armed chair,
which L still possess, and which has been
occupied by Douglas, Seward, aud Generals
Grant and Dix, he said:
"Mr. Volk, have never sat before to
sculptor or painter-only for daguerreo-
types and photographs. What shall do?p
Il told him l would only take the meas
urements of his head and shoulders that
time. and next morning, Saturday, would
make cast of his face, which would save
him q number of si,tings. He stood up
against the wall. and made mark above
his head, and then measured up to it from
the floor, and said:
"'You ara jnst twelve inches taller than
Judge Douglas-that ID, just six feet one
inch
Before commencing the cast next morn
ing, and knowing Mr.. Lincoln's fondness
for a story, told him one, in order to re.
move what / thought an spprehensive ex-
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10

Jacob Clay and Mollie Jones were married
Thursday eve. at the brides residence. Those
present at the wedding were Elwood Winslow
and lady, Sara Winslow. of Spiceland, II. Blake
and lady, Jas. Arts of Kalamazoo, and others
Rev. j. McSmith preached last Sunday; he
his quarterly meeting here next Sunday.
NJ. Pompey is taking trip through the
South, for his health.
John Ridley has gone to Kendallville to at
tend funeral.
Robt. Whitfield of Chicago, and Chas. Lewis
of Peru are in the city.
Miss Mabel Brooks is sick with the fever.
ST. Marys Lodge elected the following officers
Monday, for the ensuing year: C.. f. Brooks w.
NJ; ]. Smith S. d. J. Brown ]. d. f. Elliot
Treaurer; +. y. F. WhetZel Secretary; G..
Fisher, s. D.; J. Donald,Z. d.; j. McSmith
Chaplin.
and j. Smith Ch
Col. Whetsell will not go to Florida as was
reported. C, F. BROOKS,
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10

Hon. w. A. Pledger of Alabama, is
in Washington awaiting his commission
as Postmaster at Athens, Georgia. Mr.
Pledger is editor of the Athens Blade,
Chairman of the Republican State Cen
tral Committee, of Georgia, and one of
the most energetic and thoroughly quail
flied young men IN the state. Mr..
Pledger is doubly deserving of the ap-
pointment, and We have every reason to
believe that the President will give it to
him, and thus please nine-tenths of the
Republicans of Georgia.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
GreenCastle.

The A. NJ. E. Congregation will hold q fair
In Browns Hall one week.
Rogan Lodge will have q public demonstra
ton during the holidays.
Hinton Chapel Literary Society is doing
good work.
Mr., Jacob Walker and Miss Elizabeth La
force were Joined In the holy bonds of matri-
mony Monday night at the residence of Rob-
ert Natahn.
Hon. ]. 3. Hinton was in our city last week
and expressed himself In sympathy with us
In our struggle for Equal rights and fair play.
The infant son of Henry White is getting
better after . long and serious illness.
Rev. McDaniels Is organizing q missionary
society.
It is getting too cold to stand under that tree
now.
Robert, the youngest son of Robert wardell
IL down with the typhoid fever.
Greeucastle Lodge No. 2i23 held their annual
election Monday night, and elected the follow
ing officers for the ensuing year: John I. Jones
p s.; Robt. Wardell, treasurer; RObt. Nathan,
w. c.; Alex. Hawthorne, Henry White, and
James Allen, trustees; A. Hawthorne, Grand
marshal RUE
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10

people can be conveniently accommo lated
Any one coming to Springfield should moi
fail to give them a-call.
NICK NACKS
A. Bailey returned from Greenfield last Sat.
urday, accompanied by his bride, who's maid
EN- name was Miss Coins. The wedding took
place at the brides parents.
Edwin Leach and Miss Johnson of f. Main
were united in matrimony Saturday and at
tended funeral of her aunts Tuesday.
Miss Mary Buford of Lexington. will visit
her grand parents during the holidays
Miss NJ G. says she will visit Europe next
summer if the petition is granted. Charley,
who is it
Lord Reynolds is residing i'm Chicago.
The LEADER is gaining quite a circulation in
Springfield. We supply % persons with 1t and
hope to get more esoon---
John Hagens met with serious accident sat
urday, by falling from his wagon while un-
loading lumber. The result was two broken
ribs.
Hon. q. Duel says there are several points
in the petition concerning mixed schools in
which the Council cannot agree on and he can
not say Just when the petition will he present.
cd 10 the Supreme Court. ELB.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
f1he Partridges Dying.
Concord IN. H. Monitor


To sportsmeD and ornitkologists there
have been several strange circumstances of
late in regard to that favorite target for the
hunters aim-the partridge. large de-
crease in their numbers has been manifest
this season, but very few being shot, and
those that have been secured have been
scarcely more than skin and bones. and far
from being the commonly delicious article
of food. A large number have been found
dead which have not suffered from the hun
ter's greed, something very unusual, and es-
pecially at this time of the year. A gentle
man of this city, q few days since, carefully
examining one which was found dead, found
an explanation in the shape Of three small
ulcers upon the sides and top of the head,
in each one of which was a small tick, which
had made its way through the skull into the
brain, causing death An explanation oI
this singular pest by scientific gentlemen
will be awaited with interest.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10

The Dedication of the NJ. Z. Church took
place last Sunday, and the affair was quite no
ticeable The edifice Is n beautiful frame,
about 50 IT, long and 20 It. wide, and is situated
ON q lot rs n. front and 200 n. deep. 1t Is the
finest church In the city, and its members are
very intelligent set of people.
The new restaurant opened by Messrs. Mitch
ell, Vaughn and Dugger which is now fitted up
In the latest style, asks the patronage of the
public. They keep on hand the choicest
brands of cigars, and connected with the es-
tablishmeut II ladies' and gents dining room
where regular board can be had at reasonable
rates. A. they are near the depot, travelling
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
Acknowledgement. A

To the Editor Of the Leader:
The Faculty of Wilberforce desire to
acknowledge through your columns, the
generous donation from Register Bruce,
of several magnificent specimens of saws
from the saw-fish. They return him
a unanimous vote of thanks for this
gift to the Museum, assuring him of
their high appreciation of it, and their
gratitude to the donor.
w. S. SCARBOROUGH,
Sec'y of Faculty.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
Clean Hair.

A distinguished physician says that "per-
sons who daily wash the head rarely take
contagious diseases. In quarantInes those
who have dirty, matted heads of hair can
not escape Infection" Many cases of
nervous headache can be relieved by two
minute thorough washing of the whole head
In cold water. OF course, dry the hair
thoroughly, and keep out of draft of air
afterward
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
CORRESPONDENCE.

lCorespsndents will please make their communi-
estions brief and concise possible. Owing
limited space, we frequently compelled TO leave
eat natter that We would like to publish. but can
sot for went Of space. All letters outside Of In
lianapois should reach us Thursday. All commu-
aiestioas written both sides Of the paper will be
rsfussd.I
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10
INDIANAPOLIS LEADER.

The Presidents message is an able
and interesting state paper. The sug-
gestions to Congress are all timely
and pertinent, and will no doubt receive
immediate attention from that BODY.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10

Beauty is the first gift nature gives to
woman, and the first she takes from her,
Mere.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1881-12-10

people can be conveniently accommoIat
Any one coming tn Springfield should not
fail to give them a. call.
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20

ing it was somewhat similar to- his own, but
 still if it would r bea qualification and satifac-
 ton to him and there was & similar desire ex-
 pressed by other prominent natives of the
 place, we would stop of one train and if a suitable hall could be provided I've would be willing to give a5public, exhibition of our swardrobes; but it seemed to be merely sel.
 fish desire to gratify his own individual curi- 'osity, so we unlocked, then and there, and oc- 'cupied the remainder of the time until thetrain started in explaining to him the different articles of male and female aparel He at
 first seemed to coyet the deer skim we had
 rolled up in bundle, gandlreally seemed quite
 anxious to have us leave either that or suit
 able deposit with him,sdbut when he found it
 was in s'the green, 2 or aas he expressed it, an is'unmanufactured state, he did not care for it. He evidently was not aware of the sim .plicity of the tanning pr ocess.!o 9d1 ag@ giGo s Our party reached their respective homes in safety3 Saturday evening" healthier, wisers and better citizens ;v and we feel dsatisfied that money expended on au occasional trip of this kind will return daily dividends in the shape
 health, contentmenty and renewed energies,
 far more valuable and satisfactory than
 quarterly bank returns. haa hat z. saiX. Y.
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20
Naugatuck Railroad.

Commencing June 27. 1881, trains will leave V LITCHFlELD STATION as follows: $50 A. M.-Freight Train, with Passenger Accommo- @E dation for Waterbury. P 62s A. M.-Paasenger train for Bridgeport through ear attaehad 70 this< tEsin fer New Haven.
 Through car for New York arriving at Grand Central Depot at l0:2l m. | O7 P M.-Freight train for Waterbury and Bridge
 port
 1.4S P. M.-Passengef train for Bridgeport-through car attached for New Hayen-conn nnects
 at Bridgeport with Express for New York. 5.52 P. M-Passenger train, connects at Waterbury
 for Watertown, at Ansonia for New Ha-
 ven, at Bridgeport with Limited Express
 for New York, also with Steamer Bridge
 port. Saturdays excepted. a Trains leave New York, Grand Central Depot fol Litchfed, at sos and at 4:3O m., through car and by Limited Express. s. rs sF Rz k Trains leave New Haven, from New Haven < Derby R. R. Depot aI 7:15, $50 m 6:15 p. m. e Trains leave Litchfeld for wnsted, at $50 and 1922 a. m. l2:05 APO and 8.25 D. m. s WATERBURY WATERToWN R. R. Trains leave Watertown at 630 a, m and 1850 p. connecting with passenger trains to New York. Leave Waterbury at II :23 and AS p. m., on arrival of trains from New York. s-,.. Stages to and from Ltchfed connect with all trans at Litchfeld Station.
 Stage for Bethlehem and Morris leaves Water town dsily. E @z& 1El
 Stages for woodbury, Harwinfon, Otis, Colebrook, and Goshen connect with 9:54 a. m. train from Bridgeport. Discount of cents made to Passengers purchas- ing Tickets at the office.
 GEO. W. BEACH, Superintendent. Bridgeport, June 27. 1881.
 D. c. MELBOURNE. Station Agent. Litchfeld.
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20

F. MERRITT, Nor MORTON -Budlong A. Nor ton is Thomas Alfred Merritt, and his first wife, to whom he was:married m Pittsburg. Pa., in 1869, was Anna McHutcbeson, who is now living with her parents near Pitts6urg. Merritt was then between thirty and thirty five years old, and was engaged in teaching civil engineering. He lived ,in Cincinnati several years with his wife, and was admitted to the best society of the city. During the war he was made brevet brigadier general in the Union army, and was engaged in en- gineering work for the government, superin- tending the building of theifirst gunboat fleet on the Mississippi. He was intimate with President Lincoln, General Mcclellan and Secretary Belknap, particularly with the for- mer, with whom he was often seen in Wash singtop. He made large sums in government contracts, but spent the money almost as fast as he made it. After the was he was engaged as chief engineer of many railroad enterprises, but neglected these opportunities of maxim an honest living. In 1870 he was arrested in Boston for forgery, and avoided the state prison at great expense. He then sold hous in Elmira, N. Y.,l for which he had paid ST. 900 for $6, 900, and deserted his wife, she not having seen him since. He was in a theatre in Covington, Ky, year ago. and was there seen by a, sister of bis wife, but he recognized her and left the theatre without meeting her.
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20

THE EXPORTERS FRIEND -OTrAwA--THR 0E HOME OF THE WnD DEER GENTLEMEN YEER a WELooMR TO IvERY BLAMED THING HAVE 5 CAN YERs SWIM ?--A DEER IN THE LAKE r -MoRB LANaUAGE-C CAPTURED AT LASH
 OUR DEER HOUNDS SINGULAR MIsTAKE-f
 HoMEwARD BOUND, UNLOCK YOUR BAGGAGE,
 PLEASE ;-HoME AGAIN. s,
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20
WeiL)e,Meyer'

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 One package generally sufaoes. Delivered by Druggists, or by D. B. Dewey 0 Co.,, 189 Fulton St., Y. F., S1.OO complete. Treatis eand re., markable statements- by the cured Waile ee. ss Ns..~.# E.-.zzA SssS
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20


 @''' The cool September days have come, '''+ etE, And dusty is the air, fE5sI yat E l
 Now every fellow takes his girl !
 And travels to the fair. s' # @' f' 'bs ] 't.@ 7ai We tied our horse unto rail 7i a''' ! Ei v Rr And said, s.Come, dearest Sue," 3t 5s .
 Then sauntered to the great big tent G',aA And had an oyster stew. N' ~ i'' ''. 1 ..a.. s We heard the youngpns cry snd bawl .d fts Because their darned balloon went up !
 Away beyond their reach. E Et41a &Gi5s3@ D. 1&9ieri tu&4 t.fahoj I1fr ' f,a7s3 We looked at carpets, rugs and clothes, '
 Pigs, ducks, old hens and chicks, 92r 12aAnd saw Q man with monstrous nose ~ ! ..,.,lf "A selling wooden toothpicks. y ..-, !: SL s3,a woman in fearful fuster t .a5it 1 s.s,,i Then made an awful din, -5 r. -, ~' Because she'd lost her linen duster .ylsls~ With just a dollar in. a9aIais3 .sW .
 The peanut seller yelled like thunder, Tse rT9gg How well they had been roasted, 3si5
 The oil-stove man then shouted loudly 2" s5'eH"See, how easy bread is toasted IT" .
 We heard dollar music box --. ''' @" Which had the ast hma bad, -.rL ss And saw 8 frightened horse knock down
 woman and a lad,
 s ,Ae We vent into Q ten cent show I -gL..i And saw an old she bear, ,.-t, a9A @A Then bought pair of gold sleeve studs 3g 4C For twenty cents, 2 pair. sigsg 1s .a
 Went home and straitway went to bed 'N 4a,u But in nightmare tossed, r, ii .t r
 And all night dreampt that Sue and Juqs9 In some great fair were lost. yGluiGf sf'isag laa Sn ailsra.aa|' 8l P.D.
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20

fsf Q h9llFll 4Is i-Hf THE HUNV.t fa5 att3FfH7 | And thus we were welcomed, introduced, regularly installed as members of the Hanra.- han family, and started on our first hunt in less time than It takes to give the above oer bGtsm report. Our SbirchT canoe was about eight feet long and the most unmanagable } little taa thing we ever saw. The appropriatel ness of the question, s"Canl yees swim, 2 was
 now quite apparent, but we managed to get
 the thing safely into the rushes at the point
 indicated by Patsy Our party was divided
 as follows Clark and Austin in canoe, Scott and Wheeler stationed on runwaysa on oppo-
 site shore. Wein.the canoe had not. long to
 wait before we saw an object in the water,
Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20
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Litchfield enquirer., 1881-10-20

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 tr The life of a queen is supposed to be one long summer day, breathing the fragrance of sweet tpeace and contentment, without cloud to mar the sunshine, and SO forth. There never was greater error. The London World says that "a Scotch piper plays under Queen Victoria's window every morning at o'clock Hew the fiend managed to escaped after each serendae is a mystery. Y efWkere,n asks the Sun, speaking of Gui- teau, ssshall the line be drawn between mem tai and moral insanity" Right around the neck, sir-right around the neck.