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Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Nocturnal.

Diogonese created a sensation by
walking the streets OF Athens with a
lighted lamp looking for an honest man
he was a philosopher. How history
repeats herself? Kirksville, like ancient
Greece has her philosopher. sage anG' seer,
need we name him. No, the mind
of the hoy. PLAYING marbles in the alley,
the little maiden with her doll the dap
pc: clerk, the handsome young lady. the
sedate middle aged citizen, and the age d
grandfather at once revert with unan-
imous certainty, when the word philos-
opher is mentioned, TO one indi viduality
and one only. lis John. the immor-
tai john, for the time being. editor of a
modest little sheet-but whose LITTLE
body contains all that. Plato knew, So
crates believed. Newton demonstrated.
that Mahomet, OF Buddah or Confucius
dreamed, boiled down. Tabled, pigeon
holed, and ready for use Has he not
ripped with old Eu-rlp-ldes. socked
with old Socrates, and lodged with old
Dioconese? We snail see.
Twas Tuesday night. The contest
OF the elements had not vet ceased
Like defeated army the battle clouds
of storm retired with sullen mutterlngs
to the east, and the pattering rain
drops covered their retreat. Denizens
of the north ward who looked forth saw
a mysterious dancing light fitting here
and there amid the dripping shrubbery.
What could it mean? What do you
supposed Twas our philosopher, like
another Diogonese, looking. lantern in
hand--not for an honest man, but a
sPooK!
Or rather explanatory. 1t is said
that Frank Quinn, up in that neighbor-
hood, has been loosing chickens.
One theory is that the thief chose to
wrap himself N sheet to- scare the
superstitlous, while following his pecu-
liar industry, or else some mischlevous
person desired to get up an ont. door
naturalization sensation for the. phi
losopher's special benefit. .Barefooe
tracks were found. in. the mud next
morning, and they are said by their
size and shape to suggest earthly rath-
er than heavenly origin. Yet We are
not posted in the pedal anatomy of
denizens the other sphere, and won't
speak positively. II was 4 good sized
spook anyhow.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Notice.

To all whom it may concern, notice
Is hereby given that my wife, Rachel
Sebring, having left my bed and board
without just cause or provocation, |
will not be responsible for any debts
she NAV contract from and after this
date. DAN'L SEBRING.
June LIST 1881. No. 6-Sw
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YESTERDAYS ST. LOUIS MARKETS

CogS-No mixed 1875
OArs-No 2 35@37.
BACeS-Shoulders 61s; short clear
81.
HAY-Prime timothysl3@ 10; prairie
sS@1O.
CArrLE-Export s5.35@51O: light to
heavy shipping steers $5.40@ go.
HOGs-Mixed packing s5.50@5.S5:
butcher and select at f590@60
SHEEp-Common to fair clipped S275
@3.25: choice $4.O0@45O.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Paints and oils. big stock good and
cheap, also fine selection of wall pap
ers for the spring trade. Call and
see me. y WILSON,
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Our old friend W. r. Emerson, OF
Floyds Creek, came in andI subscribed
for the Graphic this week We were
happy to inform him that the Graphic
is emphatically an administration pa
per at this iuncture.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Nearly a Miracle.

r Axuith hall, B,nghamton. n. IT,
writes: Il suffered for several months
with dull pain through left lung and
shoulders. / lost my spirits, appetite
and color, and could with difficulty keep
up all day. Ny mother procured soms
Burdock Blood B!tters: took them as
directed, and have felt no pain since
frat week after using them. and am
now oui:e we'll" Price 81 90, trial size
10 cents. For sale by J. G. Jamison-
Mrs. ellis Gem Gallery. on the west
side has been repaired and rearranged,
| and fitted up for first class work. uooo
'Esbt ssd quick working chemicals
-.bes sslL
CIV chaiey +ileaier Is making
.unel. At tie new hrR Of tfayr
things lively -.
ford & Allgaier. ford 4 Allgaler
Hot candy at Craw
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Mr.. John Holmes our express agent
showed US an egg laid by buff Co
chm pullet which is a "whoppsr." 1t
weighs within Ia of an ounce of a
quarter of pound-or 3 3.4 ounces.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Huntsville Markets.

Buying prices to-day:
Corn-35c.
Oats-26.
Hay--Timothy s12.
Butter-10
Eggs
Poultry-Live chickens : Hens at
$1.75 per dozen.
POtatoes-60 to 80.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

George Brewngton does not blow
his goods do the blowing for him as
they are always worth what you pay
for them. =.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

The GRAPHIC is the only paper CIV
ing 4 full report of the county court
proceedings. Taxpayers and Others
Interested can stick a pin here.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
-wlNE OF cARDUI" cures irregular,
painful, or difficult mentruation.
For sale by j. 6. Jalnison.


Harvesters, Self Binders, Self Rahes
Droppers and Iron Mowers. The best
machines in the market Also splendid
lot of SuIky and revolving Rakes at
S-W LINK d Brasflelu.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Kendall's SPAWN Cure is highly re-
commended by Prof. Williams, the
wonderful horse trainer. Read their
advertisement.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
SETTLE UP.

Having taken in partner last Feb
ruary. l earnestly request those owing
me to please call at once and settle up.
n. A. BAYLOR.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
fNo. ~

No ~
u ARx-Farm Of 40 acres to under cultiva-
= ton. Fair average house, 100 apple and
peach trees. six miles northeast Of town
Part timber land. Part cash, balance time.
Now rented. Price $3.50. Apply at this Of
fee
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

A full stock of ladies sDoes at w. b.
Harlan's. the finest and incest in town
all the way from S1.O0 up to $500.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

All kinds of family produce and pro-
visions bought and sold at Crawford
& Allgaiers.
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NOTICE

To WHOM II NAY coNCERN:-Ay wife, Mary
A. Baldwin, having left my bed and board
without excuse will not be held response
BILE for any debts she may contract after this
date. j. W. BALDWIN
June IS, 1881. 7-3t
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Why suffer such unspeakable tor
lures. Rheumatism has been con-
quered. Kendall's SPAWN Cure is the
victor. Read the advertisement.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Shiloh's Catarrah Remedy.

A marvellous cure for cattarrh. diptheria
Cankcr mouth and headache. With each bot
tie there is an ingenious nasal mjecture for
the more successful treatment of these com
plants without extra charge Price SOC. Sold
T. r. Fowler, druggist. kirksville, Mo. lw
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
shiloh's Consumption Cure.

This is beyond question the most success
full cough medicine we have ever sold. Anew
doses invariably cure the worst cases of cough
Group AMI bronchitis, while its wonderful
success in the cure Of consumption is without
a parallel in the hi story Of medicine, since its
first discovery it has been sold on guaran-
tee, a TEST which no other medicine can
stand If you have cough we earnestly ask
you to try it, Price Zoe. soc and $1.0O, II
your lungs are sore, chest or back lame. use
Shiloh's porous plaster. Sold by T. R.Fow,er
druggist, Kirksville, No w-d
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Go TO D. S. Gulpe at ]. H. Wilkes
grocery store for the best sewing
machine in town at very low prices.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

They are 'rustling" up lively trade
at Crawford &Allga.er's. A full line of
staple and farcy groceries tinware. wood
enware, fruits, tobaccos etc.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Buntings only is cents at
Brewington's.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Wanted Immediately.

$1,000 pounds fresh butter. 5000
dozen fresh eggs, and all kinds OF
country produce. Call and see me
before YOU sell. and get nv prices. and
do not he fooled by street runners, my
price is cash strictly.
CHOs. UoLnEnOK.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

What use have the people for jour
nal that has no decided opinions, or
having them, lacks the grit to say So
Not much.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

If YOU want cash for your Butter and
Eggs take them to Dean & Griffin.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

The New York Grocerymen are sell
ing 12lbs. good sugar for $l.O. 6lbs.
good coffee for $1.OO and good tea at
Soc Id.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

business STANDIfor country store
0good trading point acres Of ground;
dwellings, store, 2 stables. small stock Of
goods. Enquire 1t this Office.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

The Studebaker Wagon with the
new patent truss axle, at Wilkes hard
ware Store. Farmers call and see it.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

A supply Of that handsome glassware
still on hand at Osenbaugh's, and 60
ing off cheap.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
HARVE SLOAN
FOR BEST WHISKY.
and Anheuser Beer by the
gallon.

Monday night parties got to shoot
ng about Chalfant's livery stable and
the result was a horse wounded in the
shoulder. Who the parties were, or
why the shooting was engaged in we
have failed to ascertain.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Good -four warranted at Crawford l.
Allgaier's
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Wanted all to see the new goods a,
Brewington s.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Grove sells the best Paints, the mob
best Wall Paper and strictly pure
Drugs.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Several cars were ditched on the
west end of TIE O. NJ x P, last Tues
day.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

\ fine kiln of brick just burned. Am
running big force and will supply all
orders promptly. Give me call.
J. w. BERNARD.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Fine suits at greatly reduced prices,
DoNEGHY Bros.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
(No 81

DARN OfllO acres, all fenced. 20 acre, under
Il cultivation Buildings new and first class
over 200 fruit trees, small fruits. Land good.
miles south Of State Normal. For Partie-
ulars inquire at this Office.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

A NEAT LITTLE REsIDENCE-TwoI lots.
"A adjoining location Of No. J, Price $40.
Possession given in 80 days notice. Enquir~
ut this Office
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Cash paid for Butter and Eggs al
DEAN & GRIFFIN s.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Great slaughter in prices in linen Ill
sters and busters. DoNEGHY Bros.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
"BlAck-DRAuGHT" cures

ness and Sick-Hcadachc.
For sale hy J. G. Jamison.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

No headache or back-ache for ladies
who drink SWINE OF CARDUi."
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
HI
q n @ HG

r.. N. MeCufins, Of BreckenrDgee-
will bum about 3oo, 1000 brick this seq !
son.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Choice homemade maple syrup at
the New York Grocery.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Ifyou want the incest Wall Paper,
and the best Paints, Oils and Drugs in
town, call on Grove.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Forty years trial hu proved "BLACK.
DRAuGH1" the best liver medicine in
For sale by j. G. Jamison.

the W0Elu.
For sale by j. G. Jamison.
w. f. Baxter left this week for his
home in Indiana preparatory to taking
a course in dental college this winter,
Mr.. Baxter made many friends while
here who viii be pleased to have him
return.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
FLOUR. FLOUR.

FLU r. FLOUR!
A new Car load of Moberly -four
Just received at Dean & Griffin's.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

A Slinserland has complete set OF
title abstract books, W. side square.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Why will you let your horses suffer
from lameness when you can get Ken
dall's SPAWN Cure. Read their adj
vertisement.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

For sale bv ]. G. Jamison.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Why do purchasers of Wall Paper,
Paints, Oils and Drugs look. happy
Because they buy of Grove.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

6 straw hats for % cts. at w. B. Har
lan's.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Ten per cent saved by buying your
groceries at the New York Grocery.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Good Sorghum at Dean & Griffins.

To save money, buy your Paints,
Oils. Wall Paper and Drugs Of Grove.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

u OR SALE-SmaIl firm-i0 acres all ne
Il der fence, coed we'll, small house, frame
and log combined, stable and other out houses
about y choice apple trees. also cherry Y
peach; ten acres i'll srsss. ~ miles south
Mt this office.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

(N0. L.
On ACRE FARN-Within miles Of rail
OVrOad station, school, church. ete.--all I'M
der fenee-timber pasture-balanee prairie,
Small house, good well, orchard etc.
Very desirable place. Low price and
easy terms, Apply at this office
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
Linen lawns at cost to close at

See notice Of woman wanted IN
"want" column.
Harlan has two horses strayed, see
notice.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

A regular boom in flour at Halla-
day Bros.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

White fish, mackerel, and Potomac
Herring at the New York Grocery.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17
A few more of those shawls at

DONEGHY BROS.
The Rev. c. F. Robertson, Bishop
of the Episcopal church, will make his
annual visit to Trinity church next Sum-
day, the 10TH Services morning and
evening.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

If you want to see a big pile of flour
call round at Halliday Bros.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

The Quincy Review says the O., N. &
P. extension of the Wabash is being
pushed toward Trenton at the rate of
one and a half miles per day. There is
matter of forty thousand dollars hing
ing upon getting into that town by Ju.
ly 4th.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Edmiston can't be beat on a snug
fit and stylish cut. A full line Of first
class goods. Leave your measure for
a good suit.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

We are selling goods for cash and
and won't be undersold.
HALLIDAY Bros.
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!. Edmiston continues turning out
those nobby suits on short notice.

| !. Edmiston continues turning out
those nobby suits on short notice.
Celebrated Kansas City -four at the
New York Grocery.
Edmiston, the tailor, does not pro-
pose to be beaten. Call and see him.
|
Charcoal for sale at
NJ. T. DeRcamers.
White fish, mackerel, and Potomac
Herring at the New York Grocery.
Ten per cent saved by buying your
groceries at the New York Grocery.
A full line Of low shoes, both lace and
button at w. B. HarIans. Call and see
them.
Farmers, the highest cash price is
paid for produce at tue New York
Grocery.
Nice worsted dress goods of any shade
or color for II cents FER yard at w. Is.
Harlans.
Robert Clark has just received a
car load of buggies.
"WlNE OF cARDUl" four times day
makes happy household.
For sale byJ. G. Jamison.
When you want buggy or a spring
wagon go to Clark's Hardware Store,
west side of the square.
D. Baird has some very fine and ar.
tistic monuments and memorial
tablets at his marble works. BARGAINS
are now offered. Cal! and see him.
If you want to see big pile of flour
call round at Halliday Bros.
Don't forget to call on Clark when
you want cheap buggy.
Halliday Bros. refrigerator keeps
butter IN first class condition.
Laces embroidery, dress goods, car
pets. clothing, all to be found at Brew
ingtons and as cheap as any one will
sell you-d0Rt forget it.
John H. Wilkes has embarked again
in the grocery trade His old custom
ers will find hun in the De Reamer stand |
on the south side of the square.
The best assortment and most COM
plete stock of family groceries in town
will be fond at the New York Gro
Gerry. 4 call will convince You.
We buy our goods in large quantities
and pay cash for them. This is why
sell so low. EALLADAf bROS.
We are selling goods for cash and
and won't be undersold.
HALLIDAY Bros.
Why do purchasers OF Wall Paper,
Paints, Oils and Drugs look. happy?
Because they buy of Grove:
4 fine kiln of brick just burned. Am
running big force and will supply all
orders promptly. Give me call.
J. w. BERNARD.
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When you want a buggy or a spring
wagon 90 to Clark's Hardware Store,
west side of the square.
D. Baird has some very fine and ar
tistic monuments and memorial
tablets at his marble works. BARGAINS
are now offered. Call and see him.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Halliday Bros refrigerator keeps
butter IN first class condition.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Edmiston, the tailor, does not pro-
pose to be beaten. Call and see him.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Laces. embroidery, dress goods, car
pets. clothing, all to be found at Brew
ingtons and as cheap as any one will
sell you-d0Rt forget it.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Don't forget to call on Clark when
you want a cheap buggy.
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ANOTHER CYCLONE.

Hot candy at Craw.
grocery store.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

A full line Of low shoes, both lace and
button at w. B. Harlan S. Call and see
them.
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-.e eighhpage,

The GRAPHIC adds another :,
its circulation this week.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Charcoal for safe at
NJ. T. DeRcamer's.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

sBlAcK.oRAUcHT" cures dyPep-
sia, indigestion and heartburn.
For Sale by JIG. Jamison.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Read advertisement Of plas,ering TO
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

John H. Wilkes has embarked again
in the grocery trade His old custom
ers will find hun in the De Reamer stand
on the south side of the square.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Celebrated Kansas City -four at The
New York Grocery.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

The best assortment and most COM
plete stock of family groceries in town
will be fond at the New York Gro
Gerry. A call will convince You.
We buy our goods in large quantities
and pay cash for them. This is why
sell So lou HAJAD,y Bros
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Robert Clark has just received a
car load of buggles.
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Farmers, the highest cash price is
paid for produce at tue New York
Grocery.
Nice worsted dress goods of any shade
or color for II cents Per yard at W. Is.
Harlan's.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1881-06-17

Greenfop. Milan, LaBeiie
Kead our ,udence.
and local corresp.
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ThcWeekly Graphic

WASTED-A tirst-class woman to work in
w a restaurant. ut $3.50 per week. Amply
at \. + rfs,er's depot restaurant.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1881-03-19
Famous Comedian Two Centuries
Ago.
now TIE STAGE RKrEArs ITSELF

HOW TIE STAGE RBPEATS ITSELF
Colley Cibber. an English poet and dramatlst,
quite renowned in his day, wrote in 1890 the
following description OF Nokes, the reigning
comedian:
His general excellence may be comprehend.
ca In one article, viz plain and palpable sim
pnclty. lie was OF so singular species, and so
loImeo by nature for the stage, that perhaps
toeyond the trouble OF getting words by hearO
IL never costs him an hours labor to arrive at
tnat nigh reputation he has acquired. He
scarce ever makes his first appearance In a play
out ne Is received with an Involuntary applauss
OF general laughter, which the very sight of
him provoked, and nature could not resist Yer
the louder the laugh the graver is his look upon
IL. In the ludicrous distresses in which he is
involved upon the stage, he sinks into such a
mixture or pfteOuS pusillanimity and a con-
Sternaflon so rue1ully ridiculous and inconsoIa-
bic that when he has shaken you to a fatigue
or laughter ft becomes moot point whether
you ought not TO have pitied him. Ills person
is OF the middle size, his voice clear and audi.
Die, his natural countenance grave and sober
but the moment he speaks the settled serious.
ness OF his features is discharged, and q dry.
drolling or laughing leVity takes possession OF
him In some OF his low characters that becomes
1t. He has shuffling, shambllng In his gait.
with so contented an ignorance In his as0ect'
and an awkward aosurdtty In his gesture, that
II you did not know him you could not believe
that he had grain OF common sense"
The above description would ut John s.
Clarke precisely in ISL.