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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

George A, Clark's spring stock ofWall Paper
and Window Shades just opened, is larger and
finer than ever before.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

We would again remind the clergy and all
interested parties thatn charge OF 25 cents ia
made for the insertion Of marriage notices.
The cash must accompany the notice in all
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

1t is not always safe to play joke on lady
friend by trying to frighten her on the street.
Sometimes the wrong person is caught
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

We have large lire of samples of fancy and
humorous business cards. When you want
anything of the kind call and see them before
ordering elsewhere.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

There have been fourteen tea and evening
parties within the last two or three weeks. The
coming Of Lent has put an end to them,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A DMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

ESTATE OF MARGARET HELLER, DECEASED.
Letters of Administration on the estate of Marga-
ret Heller, late of Hemock township. Columbia co +,
Penna., decee sed have been granted by the Regis
ter said county TO the undersigned Administrators
All persons having claims against the estate of the
decedent are requested to present them for settle
ment to the undersigned Administrators without
delay.
AMOS HELLER,
GEO. WHITENIGHT,
Buckhorn,
g. w. MILLER, Administrators
Attroney. feb. 25-6w
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

A new line of Cords and Tassels, SILK
Fringes, Buttons, Laces, Ties, Tassels,
Gimps, Ornaments, &C., at Clark Il Sons.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

VIM. G. Mckinney has removed his stock
into his new building across the street, and
extends a cordial invitation to every one
to call
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

If you want to get rid Of pimples, boils. tet-
ter, &C., use Lindsey's Blood Searcher, Sold
by all druggists. feb 114w
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A UDITOR'S NOTICE.
ESTATE OF ISAAC HAGEsBucu, DECEASED.

ESTATE OF ISAAC HAdENBuCn, DECEASED.
The underslg ned auditor appointed by the Or
phans Court oil Columbia county 10 distribute bal
ance In hands OF the executor OF Isaac Hsgenbuch,
deceased, TO and among the parties entitled there,
TO, will sit at the oflce OF H. Ikeer In the town OF
Bloomsburg. on Saturday, the second day OF April
A. d., lsSl, at ten O'Clock In the forenoon TO perform
the duties OF his appointment, when and where all
persons having pny claims upon said fund will ap-
pear and prove the same or be debarred from re-
ceiving any share thereof.
PEACOCK,
feb. 25'4w Auditor.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Now is the time to subscribe for Butter
icks & Cos spring fashion books at @. G.
Marrs,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Billmeyer & Cos. MOL and No 2 Extra
Shore Mackerel are Warranted the best the
market affords. No short weight packages.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Headache, all bilious disorders, dyspep
sia and constipation cured by DR.. Mettaur''
Headache and Dyspepsia Pills. Price %
cents. feb4lm
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Louis Bernhard is still further improving
his fine residence by the addition of bay win.
d lw.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A UDITOR'S NOTICE.

ESTATE OF GEORGE zARR, DECEASED.
The undersigned auditor appointed by the Or
phans Court OF Columbia county, TO make dlstribu-
ton or the balance In the hands OF the executor Of
George Zarr, deceased, TO and among the parties
entitled thereto, VIII sit at his Oflice In Bloomsbury
on Friday the 25th day OF March, 1881 at ten O'cocl
In the forenoon to perform the duties OF his appoint
ment, when and where all persons having any
same or be debarred from receiving any share
thereof.
EH LITTLE,
FEB. 25-iW Auditor.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Lutz & Sloan have received their Spring
styles of Nine. Demorest's Patterns. Call
at their store for catalogue-free.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
81 cents yard for Appleton A. Muslin
by the bolt at Lutz & Sloan's.

Binghamton Boots Buy them at Nc
Kinney's.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

The Lutheran Congregation will hold an
election for a pastor on Sunday morning
March 13.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

His Boots and made to stand the wealth.
were leather er for he bought them at Nc
Kinney's.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Hon. George N, Uorson, Norristown, says:
The PhWnix Pectoral is indispensable in my
family. It acts like charm in curing
coughs and colds with the children, and /.
always use it when addressing jury. Price
25 cents. Q. A. Klein, Bloomsburg. apr16-lr Z
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

The Episcopal Choir has been reorganized.
lAll the male members are lawy ers.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

RID HORSE POWDER cures more horses, mules
and sheep thln any other medicine. Sure every
time. oct 22 'oU-iyepw
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Window Shades, Fixtures, Uorl, Tassels and
Fringe ia large variety at G Gorge A, Clark's.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Bargains in Napkins, Towels, Counter
pains and Table Linens at Clark q Son.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A UDITOR'S NOTICE.
ESTATE OF NJ. W. Nuss, DECEASED.

The undersigned Auditor appointed by the Or
phans Court OF said county, 10 make distribution OF
the balance OF the fund IN the hands OF the ad-
ministratOr OF the estate OF said decedent to and
among parties entitled thereto will sit at his ofce In
bloomsbury In said county, on Wednesday, the 23rd
day OF March, A. D., 1881. at ten O'Clock a. m, OF
said day. when and where all parties interested In
said fund must attend or be forever debarred from
any share OF said fund.
JOHN NJ. CLARK,
feb. 25, 1SSl-4w Auditor
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
ACCIDENT ON THE RAILROAD.

For SALE-A good truck. k.wagon with tongue
and shafts. Apply to John g. Freeze. IS St.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Our Corset department is full, direct from
the msnuiaetury of the best makes aud fits
at CLARK * Sons.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

There is some talk of getting water motor
to pump the organ at the Episcopal church.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

H. j. Clark & Son have now open a full
and complete line of Hamburg Edgings,
Everlasting Trimmings, Bias Tucking,
&c, to which they invite your attention.
Prices correct.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

The regular monthly meeting of the w mona
Fire company will BE- hel | next NJ ond " night.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

New Calicoes and Dress Girghams this
week at Luz Il Sloans.
fyou want good Cooking Stoves, Tinwato
at Low Prices call at l. E. Whary's.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A UDITOR'S NOTICE.
ESTATE OF ADAM BELLAs, DECEASED.

OF ADAH BBLLASi DFUEASED,
The undersigned Auditor appointed by the Or
phans' Court OF Columbia county TO make distrlbu-
ton OF the fund In the hands OF the executors OF Ad
am Bellas. deceased, as shown by their second and
partial account to and among the parties entitled
thereto win sit at his once In Bloomsbury on sat
urday the 26th day OF March, 1851 at ten O'Clock In
the forenoon to perform the duties OF his: appoint
ment, when and where all persons having any
edaluis s upon saiu Iunu VIII appear anu prove Ihe
therof.
JOHN NJ. CLARK,
feb. 25 Sl-iw Auditor.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Billmeyer x Co. offer special inducements
in quality and prices for Spring Trade,
They make specially of Groceries,
Queensware and Glass. Tea Sets, Dinner
Sets, Chamber Sets, &c, can be bought
very cheap.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Judge Elsell held Court in Danville this
week,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A UDITOR'S NOTICE.

ESTATE or GEORGE KFssLER, DECEASED
Inc Undersigned auditor appointed by the Or
phans Court OF Columbia TO make distribution or
the tund In hands OF haTes Kessler. administrator
OF SAID decedent 10 and among the parties entitled
Inereto, hereby gives notice that he VIII sit In the
uischarge OF the duties OF his appointment at his
once IN the town or BlOCmshurg on Saturday,
March 2dth, lssl at ten O'Clock In the forenoon of
SAID day az which time and place all persons In
teresled ia said luud are required to attend or bo
forever debarred from any share OF the same.
go, HERvEY Il. SMITH,
feb. 2jth, sl-Iw Auditor
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Examine george A. Cark's stock of Wall
Paper-Latest Patterns and low prices.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

@, O; Mari is selling goods cheap for cash
or produce
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
Number Of paupers remaining Jan,
CALEB BARTON, !
REESE FAIRMAN, !
MILES ALBERTSON, ]
A DMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE.

IN
ESTATE OF o. D. S. MARCLEY, DECEASED.
Letters OF Administration on the estate Of O. n
;. Maicley, late OF the town Of Bloomsburg
Columbia county, ,Penna deceased have been grant,
ed by Tie Register OF said county TO b. FRANK
larr or the town OF Bloomsbury. All persons
having claims against the estate or the decedent
are requested 10 presen. them for settlement, ana
those indebted 10 the estate To make payment 10
the undersigned administrator without delay
i. FRANK ZARR
Administrator.
ieo'2 2o-OW Bloomsburg,Pa.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

We have a few Heating Stoves
and double Heaters on hand, which
we will sell to responsible parties
and give you time until June 1st
to pay for them.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Harriet A. Newkirk, Of Salem, says: was
cured of letter in my hand by three applica-
tions of Camphor Milk. My husband was
cured of old running sores by using it. 1t
cured my son of spraintd ankle, Price 25
cents. Sold by G. A. Klein, Bloomsburg.
april 16, S01y
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

New style Cloaking for ladies jackets and
circulars at Clark q Sons.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
HOLMES & SCHUYLER.

OUT SIDE RELIEF SETTLED TO JAN. 10th 1881
BY new directors for Caroline Den
" 4l
BY new directors for Hannah john
son n....................... ........ Il 20
By new directors for L"vlia j. kceSer 65 81
BY new directors for Wm. Lewis. SO u
BY new directors Peter Shaking "a 10
90 " Daniel IngOl1 90
q" " Joseph May. 20 %
" Barton Hotter
shroud and comm .............. II Sc
by now directors for Mrs jacob FISH
CT, coal ........ 4 10
by new directors for Boyd Bowman
shroud and coflia ..... ,..........,..... 2i 3S
BY new directors for Mrs. Geo. Graul
COiu 20
BY new director for Mrs. Kahler Sc
cured on acknowledgements. 81 70
by new directors for Wm. NJ. Hopper
OF scott. ......... ...... ........ %
By ne directors for John Miller of
oCOJI. Ia OD
BY new directors for State Hospital
fer Fox and Mrs. Hughes ....a..... d3i 10
BY new directors for tickets for
lIdIpo 80
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
VALUE OF REAL ES TATE AND PERSON AL PROP
ERTY BELONGING TO SAID POOR DISTRICT.


Farm and buildings with mprove-
ments made In 1919. ...13+00 90
Catharine Long property. ......-.-... 800 90
Judgment on Dennis properly ......... 100 90
p" ~ Mrs. Kahler TO cover
the expense. ...,....... 81 ~
Balance on Bloom duplicate less eX-
oncrations and commission. 1888 80
Balance on Greenwood duplicate less
cXoncratlOns and cOmnlsson,... 40 26
Balance on Scott duplicate less exon
eratlons aud commission ......... 6C2 IS
Balance on Sugaroat duplicate Hess
eXonerations and conmsson... l42 80
Balance on Greenwood duplicate for
rs less eX and com. 304 IS
Il acres wheat In ground "a $S... liz 10
2 rye In ground "a 81 ............. IL
Wheat r G, oats, corn, and potatoes 600 W
Cabbage kraut, vinegar butter aud
ch'ckens ...'........ ........ 100 90
Po k, beef, sowS. and plgS........... S02 80
Onions, beans. hay, beets and clover
seed,apples appebutter and eggs so go
Furniture In steward house ............ s25 90
80 poor rhousc..."............. 220 90
Farm implements. ............ .......... coo 90
Wash house and repairs In lsS)....... 1871 al
Balance In Treasurer's hands........ 139 G5
1912 s.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Lots of good Cloverseed and Timothy
seed at Silas Youug's, Light St,eet. m4.4w
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A UDITOR'S NOTICE.
ESTATE OF HIRAM LUgoER, DHoRAsRp.

ESTATE W HIRAM LukGkR, DECEASED.
The undersigned auditor appointed nv the Or.
phahs court or Columbia county 10 make disrlbll.
uoh OF the balance In the hands OF A. j. Hess ad
mlnlstrator OF Hiram Lunger, deceased as shown by
nus 1nal account 10 ana alaong the part es entitled
tnereIo WIZ slt at Ma ooe Ia Bloomsburg on Sat
uraay, the Nth day OF April, 1881 at ten O'clock In
the forenoon, 10 perform the duties OF his appoint
ment when and where all persons having claims
Or be forever debarred from receiving any part Of
thesane, - 49, "
81, a.,,,, LIZ. WALLER,
too' soii" Auditor.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A full line of New Prints, ,Gnghams, Mus.
lins, &C., at Clark e Sons.
Clearing Out Winter Goods
TO make room for
Extensive Alterations at
The Popular Clothing
Store of
David Lowenberg,
HENRY's CARBoLIC sALyE.

The Best Salve in the world for Cuts Bruises
Sores, Ulcers, salt Rheum Tetter, Chapped Hands,
Chilblains, Corns and all kinds OF Skin Rruptions
Freckes and Pimples. The s,lve is guaranteed to
give perfect satisfaction In every case or money re-
FUNDED. BE sure TO get Henrys Carbollc Salve as
all others are but limitations. Price 25 cents. For
sale by all druggists. oct 20, 's0-1yeow
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Hats and Caps at
Cost for Thirty Days
at ID. Lowenberg's.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Handsome Shoes and Slippers at McKin-
ney's Boot and Shoe Bazaar.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
Business Notices
Dress Goods at Clark n Sons.

See woman picking bunch of grapes
in another column, at Speer's Vineyards,
from which Speer's Port Grape Wine is
made, that is so highly esteemed by the
medical profession for the use OF invalids,
weakly persons and the aged, Sold by
O. A. Klein. jan 7'Sl ly
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Or. Sellers Cough Syrup will ensure you
good nights rest 1t is the best cough medi
cine in the market. Price 25 cents. febll4
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

The AS. .T,Co. Black Tip for chidren's shoes
should be called for by parents, not only upon
heavy shoes, in place of the metal-as it wears
as wel--but upon all fine shoes, as it looks
neat and doubles their vaue
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

She wore french with opera toes and said
heeled shoes she bought them at Nc
Kinney's.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

March 1st cam ia with a snow storm.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

We have line of ladies' Paris made Ho-
siery at low prices, which we invite you
TO call and see. Clark & Son.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

G. G. Mari wants geese feathers.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

The highest cash price paid for wheat by
u. Il. Fowler, at Willow Grove. No dii-
fer ence as TO variety. Rye rs cents bushel
Av on dale Red Ash Coal, 4, s. and 6. always
on hand. Railrosd Ties taken in exchange
for cosl,o cash will be paid for them.
ian % S-wx
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

G. G. Mari still buys all kinds of produce
at the highest market price.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

For the Lenten Season. Genuine Boneless
Goldfish, Fine Mackerel, Lobsters, Salmon,
Sardines, Cove Oysters, Soused Mackerel,
Baked Beans, Macaroni &c.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Headache cured for 25 cents. by Or. Met.
tdur's Headache and Dyspepsia PNs. feb4lm
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

"WALNUT LEAF HAIR REsToRER'ls Is entirely differ
ent from all others. 1t is as clear as water and as
and does not In any manner affect the health
when Sulphur, Sugar OF Lead and Nitrate OF Silver
preparations have done. 1t win Immediately free
the head from all Dandruf, Restore Gray Hair to Its
natural color, and produce a new growth where II
has fallen eff. IL win change light or faded hair in
a few days to beautiful glossy brown. Every bot
tie is warranted. ASK your druggist for 1t. For
sa lie at MoYER Bros Bloomsbury, Pa. Smith, Kline
& Co., Philadelphia, and Hall & Ruckel, New York,
Wholesale Agents. oct. 22, SO-u
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

,D,... . -, 2G93
Directors OF the Poor In account with the BIoo
Poor District
10 amount OF outstanding orders Jpn
M, loIh ioo i.... ..........,. 1896 40
10 amount received by Kramer see
u Treasurers account. .,, 1850 81
10 amount received by Grotz see
- IreaSurerS account ....,.,....,,, 1918 GA
TO oamount Bloom duplicate 1850 ..,, liza 81
TO amount Greenwood duplicate 80 G6T AZ
TO amount Scott duplicate isS0 ,., 1872 81
10 amount Sugaroaf duplicate 1881 2l7 80
TO amount balance on Greenwood
duplicate 1878 sIs.................,.,.,., 3Oi 45
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uRAI Am nnI.rI.cn

CuTeu my SOu OF q SpralntQ ankle, Price 70
cents Sold by G. A. Klein, Bloomsburg.
april 16, 'S0,1y
HEALTH AND HAPPINESS.
II seems strange that any one viii suffer from the
many arrangements brought on by an Impure cor.
dltion OF the blood when SCOvILS BLOOD and
LIVER SYRUP VIII restore perfect health to the
physical organization. It is indeed a strengthening
spIup pleasant to take, and has proven itself to be
the best blood purifier ever discovered, effect
uay curing Scrofula, Syphilitic Diseases Weakness
OF the Kidneys, all Nervous disorders and Debility
IL Gorrects indigestion 1t makes the old feel young
and the young feel gay and viii Invariably drive
out OF the system the many ills that human flesh is
heir TO. single bottle WIZ prove to you its mer.
us as health renewer, for It acts like O
haustiye nature. having tendency TO lessen the
natural vgor of the brain and nervous system.
oct 90, ,'sOlyeow
Spring styles of Dress Ginghams and En-.
glish Long Cloths now open at Clark Sons
81 cents a yard for Appleton A. Muslin
by the bolt at Lutz & Sloans.
Important Notice to Parties Attending
Court.
For Thirty Days Great
Bargains
Can be Bought in Clothing.
You can buy Winter
Suit or Overcoat
At Cost.
Must Be Sold to
make room for
ALTERATIONS IN BUILDING
at David Lowenberg's
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04

Spring styles of Dress Ginghams and En-
glish Long Cloths now open at Clark Sons.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
PRODUCTS RAISED ON FARM.

orders outstanding Jan 1Oih 'sl..... 1896 40
Balance In favor OF district. ..l76IG Is
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1881-03-04
A NNUAL STATEMENT
IA OF
BLOOM POOR DISTRICT

From January 18th, 1850 to January 10th, 1881
WIN: KRAMER, Treasurer for District to April
1880. -
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1881-05-28
Our Young Folks.
ONE CAT AND TWO PIGS.

A poor little kitty turned out by its mother,
Without any sister, without any brother,
Was very unhappy,
Was very unhappy; ID.
Oh, very unhappy, indeed!
She couldn't find any companions to stay
She couldn't find any companions to play
with;
And so she was lonely,
Oh! ever so lonely;
Oh, yeSl she was lonely, indeed
One morning she noticed two little pigs rum
ming
Along by the house; they were pretty and
cunning,
And it made little kitty
Feel bad-what q pity!-
"A very great pity, indeed.
She made their acquaintance, and then in clear
weather
The three funny playmates would frolic to-
And kitty was happy,
No doubt she was happy;
Oh, yes! very happy, indeed.
The piggies would drink up the milk that was
To kitty, who oft from the basin was driven;
For they were quite greedy,
es, rather too greedy;
On, yes! very greedy, indeed.
And, when they had corn, how the piggies
Whlle Kitty looked on, wondering how they
could do it;
Twas queer that she couldn't,
Quite strange that she couldn't;
She'd tried-but she couldn't, indeedl
at night, when the pigSies in slumber were
doing,
Miss Kitty curled up on their backs was re-
posing,
And all were quite happy,
Remarkably happy;
Oh, yes! very happy, indeed
Josephine Pollard, in NiTse11L
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1881-05-28
How the Australian Savages Marry.

Mr.. Howitt's account of the Kurnai
people, just north of Basis Straits, in
PRODUCES US to new set of marriage
customs. Here the rule is elopement.
The lad and girl make love to one an
other without the knowledge of her par
ents, and run away together. The
brides family, furious, go in quest of
her; and if caught and brought back
she will be severely punished, her moth
er and brother will beat her, and her IA
ther even spear her through the legs.
AS for the husband, whenever he returns
he has to fight his wife's male relatives.
The pair may have to elope two or three
times, with new pursuit and fighting,
till at last her family grow tired of OBJ
Jectlng, and the mother will say, "Oh!
it's all right; better let him have her. :"
The wonderful thing is that this is not
exceptional, but the regular marriage
rite of the tribe. The anger is not real,
and when the people are charged with
being cruel they answer that it is not in
tended as cruelty, but simply to follow
an ancestral custom. The consequence
of this Kurnai custom is a change to-
ward civilized ideas of marriage; it is
no longer shifting union between one
group or tribe and another, but a real
pairing by mutual choice of man and
wife, and, to some extent, male descent
comes in with it,
The Kurnai elopement marriage shows
another interesting feature. Though it
is condoned at last by the wife's family,
the man is never allowed to look at,
speak to, or live in the same camp with
his wife's mother. This is the best fact
yet produced in favor of the explana-
ton of the custom of avoiding parents
in-law, as meaning that the act of taking
their daughter, though practically al,
lowed, can not be openly agreed to by
their acknowledging him. So deeply
rooted is this custom in Australia that it
retains its hold on natives under mis-
sionary influence.
ga Brabrolung, who is member of
the Church of England, was one day,
talking to me. His wite's mother was
passing at some little distance and
called to her. Suffering at the time
from cold, l could not make her hear,
and said to the Brabrolung, 'Call Mary,
| want to speak to her. He took no
notice whatever, but looked vacantly on
the ground. | spoke to him again
sharply, but still without his responding.
l then said, 'What do you mean by tax
ing no notice of me?' He thereupon
called out to his wife's brother, who was
at little distance, Tell Mary Mr..
Hewitt wants her., and, turning to me,
continued, reproachfully, you know
very we'll could not do that-you know
l can not speak to that old woman.'"-
London academy.