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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The young people of the Baptist
Church have formed new organiza-
ton, to be known as q mutual improve
ment society, to meet on Tuesday even
ing of each week, with the following
officers:
President.-Rev. e. L. Little.
Vice President.-Alex. McCauley.
Secretary.-Miss Lizzie Spratt.
Treasurer.-E. p. Motley.
Marshal. e. A. Davis.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Bolton & McRae have chartered
three vessels to carry cedar as follows !:
Schooner Home, ties to Toledo, at &c. !;
schooner Acron, ties to Erie, at 11c.,
and steam-barge Garden City, ties to
Fairport, ut 10c.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

John Monaghan has removed his liquor
store from his old stand to the Blackburn
block, four doors north, where he will be
pleased to see all his old customers, and NJ
many new ones as will favor him with q
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Napier & Gordon have recently made
large additions to their facilities for turn
ing out first class work OF all kinds in the
line OF wagon making and blacksmithing,
and we can assure our readers that for
neatness, durability and dispatch, Napier
& Gordon are workmea that are away
ahead Of competition. 490
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The store recently occupied by Cor
don Brothers has been rented by l..
Rosenthal, from New York, who will
at once fit up the room and when COM
pleted, will open a clothing house, and
also engage in the business Of merchant
tailoring.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Workmen commenced the task, on
Monday, of moving the wooden build
ing next to the Mason block, on Water
street, preparatory to the erection of
two brick stores for G.. f.. Mason.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

David Bratton has his saw mill at
the mouth of Long Lake outlet all
ready for running, with the exception
of the betting. He has about two mil
lion feet of logs.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
Treasury Department,
United States Lie saving Service.
Oiho of General Superintendent,
Washington, D. c., April 20. 1881.

Washington, D. c. April 20, 1851.
PRoFosALs Tor IKE CONSTRUCTION OF LIFE SAVING
STATIONS.
Sealed proposals will be received 40 this Office until
IL O'Clock, noon, of Saturday, the 21st day Of May
1881 for the construction OF three lfesayng stations
to-wit; One ut ~and Beach Hurbor, one a. Pert
Austin. near Grihdstone Cityl and one on Middle
Island all on Lake Huron, and in the State Of Mich
igan.
Proposals viii DO received for ono CT all Of Tho
tons
Bidders will state in their proposals the time with
IN which they Will agree TO complete the buildings
and each hid must 10 accompanied by bond IN the
sum OF $50, with two good and sufficient sureties,
conditioned that the bidder shall enter into contract
Without delay, and give such bonds as security for
the faithful perform thereof, may be required
II his bid be accepted OF by DEL ost OF $500 Unit,d
states currency or bonds % be returne 20 the un
successful bidders after the award OF the contract
and 20 the successful bidder after his contract and
bond for the faithful performance o. the forms there
Of shall be approved by the Secretary OF ths Treas
uTy.
Specifications and plnus, and forms Of proposal
bond and contract, be obtained ~ the offices Of
Jerome g. kiah, superintendent OF the Tenth Life
Saving District Detroit, Michigan, Of Charles T. Gil
bert, Engineer in charge Of Government Works,
Sand Beach, Michirun; Of the Deputy Collsotor Of
Customs Alpena, .diohigani and upon application
to this oitec
All proposals must 30 endorsed, "Proprosals FOX
the construction Of ieSnving statiuns," and RGdrss
ed 70 the General superintendent Of -. fni,cd
states liie-Saving Service, WNshinsfe- 7, ~
The right to reject gay or All ga. -, - vSnive do.
feets, II u u desEash ,bo bsSt inteTssts OF Nh,
Isse~.s "a so, IS reserved. -
5O7w4 General Superintendent
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Owing to financial embarrassments, the
undersigned has heen compelled to suspend
operations for short time; but In the IN.
ture his friends and patrons may expect
ami be- sure of obtaining as good work of
him as can he lone IN the State.
500 W. ]. EDWARDS.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
Billy Edwards on Deck.

Billy Edwards on Deck.
To Ny DEBTORS:
GENTLEMEN -
My friends scarce and my dollars are few
And rs have helped TO support you,
So you in turn must help support me,
Or a lawyers fee will tho sequence be.
All parties indebted to the undersigned
are hereby notified that their accounts must
be settled within the next thirty days, oil
the same will be placed in the hands OF an
attorney for collection.
w. J. EDWARDS.
March o, 1881. 600
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

I wish to notify the people Of Alpena and
vicinity, that have new process by which
I insert artificial teeth on q reoless plate
This method is much superior 10 the old
way, so those wishing teeth will do we'll to
call and see me before going elsewhere.
w. M. WINCHESTER,
4S7 Opera House Block.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The annual meeting of the Alpena
Guards, Co. H., Sd Regt., NJ. S. T., will
be held at the Armory on Monday
evening, May 8, 1881, at 7:30 o'clock.
Officers will be elected for the ensuing
year. w. d. HITcHcoCK,
Secretary.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

H. G. Beach, the hardware mer-
chant, has gone to Bay City for his
family, and expects to return to this
city this week. He will occupy the
Loomis house. on State street.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Mrs. Chas. Brown, Of the Western
House, was in the yard yesterday morn
ing, when a spark set fire to and burn
ed off nearly all her clothing. She is
now in precarious condition.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Remember that Cooper Il Parish have
their carriage painting department over
Bishops wagon shop.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The first boats of the season, the
Steam-barges Rhoda Stewart and West
ford, and steamer Pearl, were the ar
rivals on Friday last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
For sale.

House and lot pleasantly situated on
Washington avenue-Housc commodious,
and FIRST class In every particular. Apply
at this Office 4S6too
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The Legislature has organized the
Goth Judicial Circuit, composed of the
counties of Alpena, Presque Isle, Of
sego and Montmorency.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Buy your boots and shoes of Creighton &
Lewis II you want to save money, and at
the same time get inst what you want.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Boots and shoes for the million, all OF tho
best make, and at bottom prices, at the
shoe store of Creighton q Lewis.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
Notice.

For good timer, get the Elgin or Wal
than movement, as they are the standard
movements Of the United States and Europe.
Don't be inveigled into buying any other.
s. S. Lewenberg, the practical matchmaker
and jeweler, sells them.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
Dental Notice.

Get your carriage painting done by Coop
er g. Parish, over Bishops wagon shop.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

F. S. Steele has associated with him
self in the grocery business, Jas. NJ.
Rice, and the firm now stands Steele d
Rice.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
For Sale Cheap.

The nobbiest shoes for ladies and misses
ever in this market at Creighton 81 Lewis
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The fishing tug Minna, which lay at
Misery Point all winter. came into port
on Friday, being the first boat to arrive.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
NOTICE.

AL parties indebted to the nrm OF A. An
spach 81 Co., will please call and settle
with the assignee at once, and save further
expense.
Louis ORIENTAL,
o4 Assignss.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The boats bring endless quantities OF new
boots and shoes for Creighton g. Lewis.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

LOST.-A child's gold necklace and lock-
ct. A reward of 30 will be paid to tho
person leaving 1t Mt this office, or delivering
It to
Mrs r. j. KELLEY
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The steam barge Alpena and tow
barge Wenona, owned by Bewick, Com
stock & Co., arrived in port on Monday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
UphoIstering and Repairing.

Furniture upholstered and repaired in the
best possible manner, and ut low prices, at
tho Centennial Block.
49l ALFRED BARTLETT.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

House. sign and carriage painting, and
satisfaction guaranteed, by Cooper & Par
ish.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

First class carriage painting done by
Cooper s. Parish. shop over Bishops
wagon shop.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
Enlisted for the War.

Last Wednesday evening the A. A..
ID. Z. repeated the drama, Enlisted
for the War;" at the Opera House.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

A house on First street, belonging
to A. Johnrowe, took fire on Friday
last but not much damage was done.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

When you want your carriage painting
in superior style, just call on Cooper 81
Parish, over Bishops wagon shop.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Prof Cheesbro is getting the lumber
on the ground for residence on Wash
ington avenue, in the futile addition.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Through the kindness Of w. III. q E.
K. Potter, the residents along Washing
ton avenue who had been supplied with
water from the water works, were on
Monday evening furnished with water
from the river, through the water pipes,
the hose being attached at the Potter
mill and the force obtained from the
the mill. 1t is the intention to furnish
water to the entire south side of the
river by this means as soon as possible.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

House and lot at corner Of Eighth and
River streets Enquire of Barlow 4 Sleator
493wl5
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The orchestra music, which was ex-
cellent, was furnished by Messrs. Aber,
Howard, Fourier, Schady, and Mrs.
Fournier.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
Wanted.

The undersigned desires TO hire half II
dozen teams.
sos w. II. HALL.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Miss E. c. Mason and Mrs. A. G.
Babcock are arranging goods at their
new store in the Centennial block.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The steamer Flora, Capt. w. E.
Conner, which left Detroit last Saturday
afternoon, arrived at Alpena yesterday
morning, having met with considerable
ice on the passage up. She has during
the past winter been very much i'm
proved, having had ladies cabin put
on, the stairways changed, new boilers,
and other improvements which add
greatly to the appearance and conven-
fence of the boat. She left yesterday
far Chebovgan.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The Huntsville Review has been
changed to an eight page paper, and is
much improved.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The ladies of the NJ. E. Church give
a fair and supper at the armory this
afternoon and evening.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The bill Establishing lien for la
Dor and services upon logs, timber, &C.
dar posts, telegraph poles, railroad ties,
tan bark, single bolts, and slaves, and
to repeal act No. 1876 of the session
laws of 1878, entitled AN act establish
ing q lien for labor and services upon
logs and timber, as amended by act
No. 253 of the session laws of 1879"
has passed the Senate. Hon. j. D.
Turnbull, previous to his election last
fall, promised the voters of this dis
trict that, if elected, he would use his
best endeavors to get an improved lien
law passed by the Legislature. Mr..
Turnbull drew up the new lien law, in
troduced it in the House, and as the bill
has passed both the House and Senate,
we are inclined to the belief that Mr..
Turnbull has fulfilled his promise.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The Alpena County Veteran Asso-
citation will hold its next meeting at the
Armory, on Friday evening of next
week, May 18th, and it is hoped that
all the veterans will be in attendance.
The speakers for the occasion are Com
rades Geo. L. Maltz and r. NJ. Dom
nelly.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Creighton & Lewis make the best fine and
coarse boot in town, an don't you forget 1t
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Great display of boots and shoes of
all kinds this week, at the Bay City
Shoe Store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The iron side-wheel steamer Grace
Grummond arrived at this port last
Sunday morning from Bay city-mak-
ing the first arrival from that port for
the season. She cleared for Bay City
during Sunday forenoon, taking a num-
her of passengers with her. The Grace
Grummond will run between Bay City
and AuSable the present season, max
inc occasional trips to this port.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The steam-barge Rhoda Stewart,
Capt. L. r. Boynton, will tow the
barges Croker, Potter, Elvina and
another barge now at Buffalo. On her
way down, the present trip, takes the
Crocker, which was in winter quarters
at this port, and will pick up the rest
of her tow below. She will carry lum-
Der from this port to lower lake ports
the present season.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Fresh arrivals at the Bay City Shoe
Store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
THEIR TELEPHONE.
Machines Repaired.

repaired ut the sewing machine rooms of
Mrs. A. g. Babcock. Centennial block. sos
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Call and see those ladies' and gents
fine shoes, just in, at the Bay City Shoe
Store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
Important 10 Travellers.

Special inducements are offered you by the
Burlington Route. 1t will pay you to read
their advertisement to be found elsewhere
in this issue. 502w40
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

In another column will be found the
list of premiums to he awarded by the
Alpena Agricultural Society at the next
fair, which will he held on the 9th, 9th,
and 18th of October next. The pub
fishing of the premium list at an
early day, and the fixing Of the time for
holding the fair seems to be generally
approved by the people throughout the
entire county.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

H. d. Churchill's mill fred up yes
terday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Big fleet of vessels leave to-day for
lower ports.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

D. Crippen, Jr., is preparing for a
new residence on Washington avenue.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
OUR TELEPHONE.

Fresh arrivals at the Bay City Shoe
Store.
H. d. Churchill's mill fred up yes
terday.
Big fleet of vessels leave to-day for
lower ports.
G. A. Shannon returned by steamer
Pearl, on Friday.
Schooner Home leaves to-day for To-
ledo, with 1890 ties.
j. I. Bostwick last week left town
OH a visit to his mother.
The mill of Geo. Prentiss steamed
up on Monday morning.
L. A. Tompkins returned home from
the east on Thursday last.
B. Wolff the clothier, started yester-
day for the eastern markets.
The steam barge Garden City left
Chicago Monday for Alpena.
DR.. Wilson next week re-occupies his
old Office in the Whitney block.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

H. D. Churchill has put large
spark catcher on his mill refuse burner.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The public library will be closed this
week, after which it will be in the cor
ner store Of the Centennial block, and
will be open to the public every day,
Sundays and holidays excepted,) from
8 A. NJ. to SPIN All persons having
books longer than the specified time,
will please return immediately.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

G. A. Shannon returned by steamer
Pearl, on Friday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

f. NJ. Wheeler arrived home on Fri
day last, by steamer Rhoda Stewart
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

c. Alpern and Fred Lincoln COM
menced fishing operations on Monday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The store building formerly owned
by David Bratton, and lately purchased
by j. NJ. Johnston, has been moved
from Hitchcock street, and now stands
ut the corner of Second and Lockwood
streets, where, we learn, it is to be fitted
up and will be occupied as a -four and
feed store, by Brebncr q Johnston.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Rev. VIM. Donnelly is engaged in
the good work of soliciting subscrip-
tons toward the construction of an NJ.
f. Church building in the township Of
Long Rapids, and we are gratified to
learn that he has thus far met with
commendable success, as over 500 has
already been subscribed, and the bal
ance about $500, we hope will be soon
received.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The mail steamer Metropolis arrived
in port Sunday afternoon from Bay
City, bringing three mails, and making
the first arrival of the mail by boat
this season. The officers of the Me-
tropolis are as follows: Captain, John
Robertson first mate, John Slower /;
clerk, Harry Whittemore; steward,
John Brown; engineer, Joe Coveyo.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Schooner Home leaves to-day for To-
ledo, with 1890 ties.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The Dove was III hours coming
from Oscoda. Give us a railroad.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

Dr. Wilson next week re-occupies his
old office in the Whitney block.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

J. t. Bostwick last week left town
OH a visit to his mother.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The steam barge Garden City left
Chicago Monday for Alpena.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

L. A. Tompkins returned home from
the east OH Thursday last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

The mill of Geo. Prentiss steamed
up on Monday morning.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04

B. Wolff the clothier, started yester-
day for the eastern markets.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-04
EINAL STATEMENT.

Thos Collins, Administrator OF the estate Of Rob-
ert H. Sargent, deceased.
The sun., 1881-06-26
FAIR VISIONS OF POETS.
dyertIse.

Adapted from he dg,ns HsIdh.
Yc men Of business. step this way.
Please notice what have to say;
'Tis simply this would advises
DO not forget TO advertise.
The efforts OF an honest man,
When made according to this plan,
Can scarcely fail success 10 bring,
Aud wealth will he a certain thing.
How is 1t with the stingy knavef
DESTROYS all his cash to save,
lie gains no wealth, and wins no prize.
Because he does not advertise
Suppose the cost seems rather high;
Twill surely pay you by and by,
And all the world will soon despise
The man who does not advertise.
Why should YOU waltz II will not pay;
So send your orders right away
Down to TnE Sun, where friendly eyes
Await to see you advertise.
The Sun. my friends, IL Iust the thing;
Success 1t cannot fail TO bring.
Ifyou would be admitted wise,
In TuE Suns columns Advertised
The sun., 1881-06-26

A case was recently spoken OF in this paper OF
glIi 10 Whum was attributed tue Ett u second s,gt
ANA tiruu-h Whose ThuputCIus iil-c money
Whs iuuud The ralTyuyuut this instance J., "A Young
glr about twelE" wears Did Who has hcru means
causing the ScuErdrv family to pack tulr worldly guuis
and start uu strange search SIv - q daughter Mt
Scnsravr, ana gultr hrish little cd. queer she
has Tor several wears acted like pruW,uu wumAn mud
Lad o,l Ways mat mndr her an UuIrct ot awe ia tur
family which l. Cnmpu,ui uf the old man his wiir and
several boy uud ErlS. The huG gI day SAID that
up In Stuuc county there n Mr.r amount uI
money. It was buried III such place, uuu She de-
s'rhrd the place very accu'ArlN ami viii all The oom.
ns confidence u know clsc INr trees ant large how
Nul tlv objects vrAHfIUHI.N uurIaNru
hr the NuGu- cmryuvaut. Rui inc story utl such an
tOert ON ir uli man at lac stit one ut s
tHuulN t. investigate 90" matter. ANA src 70 surn
lHce rNisi' ~ thrtOl whlu tHv sirl hHd spusru It
MH- "Nll volcano mas hrvu turned luusv whrn boy
returned with TIE NruhrHuOn U all tie descriptions that
hHl been related ! hat seem lhr exact spot and every.
tang Was IustnS I,hr nni sul II was
50 the N,UsiaNc amIE started tn uui the fortune that
was awaiting iuvm. lNr Wuulr family went. tuuk
all their effects Witn thcm itlhc sud there lauGcy
there, no such llmg duuuLug word raui be Il.
craud amt teN ur nuw On the land described by her
dB,Iug Tor tie iHuucy.
The sun., 1881-06-26
June Roses.

Sweet roses white, sweet roses red,
And you, my roses yellow
See, now, how much delight they give
To yondcr little fellow.
lie stands outside the wicker gate,
His chubby hands upon IT..
While near by stands his sister small.
In little gypsy bonnet
Two rosv faces raised to mine,
They quite upset me, surely;
Four eyes as blue as heavens skies.
Are looking up dcmurcly
Aye. what were flowers made for, doars
Especially June roses,
But to be pluckcd by childish hands,
And held to baby noses'
So will give you each a flower,
And one tor darling mother;
OH" says the maiden earnestly,
"One more for baby brother"
Then OFT they toddlc side by side,
The little girl and fellow,
So pleased to have bunch ofleaves,
With roses red and yellow.
Then, If your lovely gift but brings
A smile to care worn faces
Ifyou bring JOY to one sad heart
Among the crowd that PAGES
Before my garden beds to-day;
oroses, full OF beauty.
Your mission will be well fulallcd,
And nobly done your duty. a. e.,