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The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

San Saba Is anxious to have narrow
gauge railroad that the marble that has
been discovered up there may be placed
on the market. The marble Is said to be
very superior and the quarries are about
three miles southeast of the town OF San
Saba. An article handed the reporter
yesterday says 'the beds have been
stripped and their thickness ascertained
60 be from four TO ten feet. Blasts made
at several places have demonstrated that
the beautiful variegated marble lays in a
solid single stratum without seams or
blemishes. The colors of most of that
contained in the principal beds Is pre-
cisely that which is best suited to the con-
struction of massive and expensive edifi-
ces. There is great variety in color and
also In texture. Some kinds will be used
for the walls OF buildings-others for
castings, mantles, etc. Slabs for table,
tops, counters, tiles and for many other
purposes can be procured of any size de-
sired. IL Is estimated that this extraor-
binary deposit underlies not less than
one hundred acres, and that the entire
amount necessary to construct the, new
capitol buildings could be procured from
one acre without exhausting it." The
construction of narrow gauge railroad
10 the San Saba marble quarries would
gite the state access to as fine building
material az there is in the world, and
would greatly benefit this city in every
way.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17
Short Dresses and Disease.

Susan Wright, a teacher in the
public school in Twentieth street.
near Third Avenue, has written 10
the health board against what she
calls the cruelty Of parents in attir-
ing their children in too short
dresses. Among other things, she
says: "In the streets, in our schools,
children Of tender years have their
dresses made so short that their legs
are only indincrently protected If
they belong to the rich, and with
cruel scaniiness if they belong TO
the poorer classes. III tie lives of
these children are not prematnrcly
sacrificed, how stupid and ignorant
It is for their parents TO OK
press surprise when their show
and vanity shall have pro-
duced i'll their victim assured
rcsults-rhcumatism, consumption,
pneumonia, etc" She thinks that
short dresses do more harm than
bad plumbing and lack Of proper
ventilation, and, in this connection,
says: "My sympathy for the poor,
illused children Of the rich and poor
compels me to ask our attention to
this crying abuse, and TO risk the
unpopularity Of putting the blame
where it rightfIlly belongs-upon
physicians TO tender pocketed to
make parents full sharers in the
blame which belongs 10 neglected
buildings and ignorant teachers iu
this murder Of Che innocents.' pThc
communication was referred 10 the
society for prevention Of cruelty
TO animals.-N. y. SIM.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

The market for wool in this city is very
quiet, but dealers are preparing for an
active trade. In few weeks sheep-men
will be at work, and the spring clips
placed on the market. The wool market
everywhere seems to be depressed, and a
late circular says:
"The course of the wool market during
the month of February has beer. "a disap-
pOintment to wool dealers and spectators
who have looked forward from week to
week for renewal of the active demand
that prevailed during the closing months
of last year; but as yet their expectations
have not been realized. The continuation
of the policy pursued by manufacturers,
of buying only what was absolutely nee
essary, did not sufficiently relieve the
markets OF the stocks constantly accumu-
lating. through increased arrivals from
the interior; ana with orders to sell from
consignors, prices have made further
decline from quotations of month ago.
The dullness has materially affected
the values of Texas woods OF average
condition, and sales have been made at
prices considerably below those current
in January. There are but few desirable
parcels in the market, and these are most
ly at unobtainable figures. It's the gen.
eral opinion that prices Will go no lower
for some time, yet there are few who are
willing to predict any advance from
the present selling basis"
Prices of choice Texas woods in New
York are now obtainable as follows:
Northern, spring fine, 27@2sc; Northern
spring medium, 3O@3lc; Western, spring
fine, 26@27c; Western, spring medium,
2s@29c; Northern, fall fine, 27@29c;
Markham fall mediIIm 3O(631c. West
ern, fall fine, 25@27c; Western, fall me
dunn, 27@3Oc; Mexican improved, 2l@
23c; Mexican, 16@20c.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17
WHY WILL you PINE AWAY AND DEF

Send at once for bottle of Bradfeld's
Female Regulator, This preparation is
.the result of the lifelong study and expe-
rience of one of the most successful prac-
titioners who ever lived in the South. 1t
is simply skillful combination of medi-
cines known to act specifically on the
l00mb and uterine organs, and its wonder
full powers in the relief and regulation of
menstrual disorders are due to such COM
bination. Its benevolent author has long
since passed away, leaving this prescrip-
ton rs legacy to suffering women, and
she will ever bless him for this priceless
boon
Bradfield's Female Regulator has been
a success in my hands. L have sold it for
several years, and as it becomes known it
increases in popularity, 1 regard it as a
standard remedy. l have also used it in
my practice and always with the most
gratifying success. VIM. BARTON,
Druggist and Physician. Thompson, Ga.
DR.. j. Bradfield, Prop, Atlanta, Ga.
Price 81 80 per bottle Sold by all Drug
gists and DIR. j. j. Tobin and D. SamOstz,
Wholesale Agents.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

DIR. Ryder, an eminent Chicago min
lister, has carefully studied the question
of social reform. In abiding to the
social evil, he says: ''The social evil
shall be banished from the streets and
forced into retlracy. But, IL such houses
are raided at all, the police shall arrest
only tire men who are found visiting in
them" This is emlnently sensible, and
if a law could be made to put 1t in force
IL would be well, and rebound to the in
terest and good order of society. Hardly
a week passes in this city that the female
denizens of the first ward are not hauled
up before his honor the mayor and fined.
Indeed, 1t is a common saying that when
business is slack in police circles and the
officers need money, they straight way
make raid and arrest the poor unfortu-
nate females, who always pay their fines.
Tie men who visit the women, however,
and frequent their houses, and who are
just as guilty morally and otherwise, are
severely let alone and go Scott free. If
these men were arrested, as suggested by
DIR. Ryder, or even II they were arrested
along with the women, the police court
of the daily papers would contain some
startling and highly interesting reading
matter. A law to arrest and severely
punish all men found visiting houses of
I'll fame would 20 long ways in sup
pressing the evil.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

We have speedy and positive cure
for catarrh, diphtheria, canker mouth and
head ache, in ShilOh's Catarrh Remedy.
A nasal injector free with each bottle.
Use 1t if you desire health and sweet
breath. Price 80 cts, Sold by Oscar
SamOstz. druggist, Congress Avenue and
a .,e..- -.reet, Austin, Texas.
febdeOdkwlY
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

The members of the United Debating
Society, composed OF the pages up about
the Capitol, had u most delightful ice
cream supper at Prade's Ice Cream Par
Tors. After the Refreshments had been
disposed of, one or two of the members
embraced the opportunity to make neat
and appropriate speeches. Master Clar-
ence Lane said:
As am going to leave on the first of
next month, feel it my duty to say that
when the Legislature met, we, the boys
up ut the Capitol, thought it well to orga-
nize debating society just to pass away
time at night, We had no idea then it
was to assume mammoth proportions,
and become State institution. This
word Estate" may seem very large
to some people, but we intend
we can. 1 will pledge myself to
start branch at Dallas and L
believe that every member will exert
himself to build up the interest OF
the society and enshrine it with hallowed
memories and associations. We must re-
member that ''large streams from little
fountains flow," '.tall oaks from little
acorns grow !" older heads may call our
little scheme foolish and laugh in their
sleeves. If we succeed, ten years hence,
they will laugh on the other side of
their faces as, perchance, some of us
have Hon. attached to our names.
''Ifin the discussion we have had i have,
in the heat of debate, hurt the feelings of
any one, ask forgiveness, and hope he
willpardon my shortcomings. l sincerely
hope our society may prosper"
Wallis Swain then said: "In retiring
from your society. allow me to express
my neutrality-suspicious. to each and every
member for the uniform kindness and
courtesy shown me atsall times. 1 shall
ever treasure in my mind the associa-
tions formed here rs the most delightful
of my life. / shall remember it as the
most cherished of all my boyhood expert
ences, and beg to assure every member of
the society of the confidence, esteem and
love 1 bear for them. and 1 earnestly
hope to have the confidence, love and es-
TEEN of all. If, in the heat of passion,
provoked by hasty and inconsiderate de-
bate, have said anything that has left an
unpleasant recollection, 1 ask that 10
be forgotten. May each of you in the
future enjoy that happiness and pros
petty which your most sanguine hopes
have built up. Hoping you may be great
and useful when you emerge into man.
hood, bid you kind farewell"
The STATESMAN reporter was present
and enjoyed the occasion very much. He
wishes the young gentlemen a long and
happy career through life.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

THE SMALL BoYs.-In all ages the ir-
repressible small boy has been profound
mystery and caused no end OF trouble in
this world. Saturday three OF them went
down the river on n fishing excursion
and while tramping up and down the
river bank looking for a comfortable
place 20 fall in and get drowned they dis
covered in the water n short distance cut
what to them bore strong resemblance
to the body OF a
DEADAAN.
They didn't stop long to investigate, but
with hair on end and starting eyes. at
once set out for home at the very top Of
their speed. Reaching there they told a
most marvellous yarn Of their discovery,
and gave a minute description of the
dead body and accurately described the
locality where il could Re found. Sunday
morning Justice Gregg was notified, and
he and one or two officers accompanied
by several gentlemen who were to serve
as jurors on the inquest, proceeded down
the river to the designated locality. or
course one of the small boys was along as
guide. He took them down the river
several miles, but failed 10 find the exact
spot where the dead man had been seen.
The crowd scattered and made a most
careful search up and down the river,
and were about 10 start home. Just
then the small boy raised yell
as he, With blanched cheek, pointed to
something floating in the water. The
scattered crowd soon collected, and made
preparations for hauling out the dead
body and cheertully holding an inquest.
Arope, which could be seen, had been at
tached to the object, and while bets
were freely made that the man
had been foully murdered, one of
the party got hold OF the rope and
commenced drawing in the dead man.
"Bet he was a horse thief and an out
ragged community got away with him."
said one. "Must have been a fisherman
said another. ut IL terrible for n man
to die away from those he Low 5. Won
der if he's got anything in his pocket.
to tell who he is or whence he
cameY' BY this time the object had
been drawn close into the bank
and the crowd was sOlemnly looking on
as one of the party was making prepara-
tions to haul the dead body out upon the
bank. "a cuss not loud but deep" was
heard to issue from his lips. The crowd
was astonished and another one looking
more closely there was another cuss
little louder than the first. Then the
whole tea party took look, while disgust
and misery was seen depicted on every
countenance. 1t was dead calf. The
small boy, equal to the emergency said he
"know'd all the the time 1t want a dead
man. The crowd wept and dispersed
and carefully came back to the city sadder
and wiser men. They win be more care
full hereafter how they believe the yarns
of the irrepressible small boy. Those in
clined to disbelieve this story are referred
to Justice Gregg, Sheriff Creary and Of
hcer The. sublstt, gentlemen ready to
perform any official duty on call, and to
Messrs. Dan. Creary. Stelfox, Daniels,
Denny, Tom johnson and c. w. Badger,
who can swear to what was done on this
interesting occasion.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17
RY UniVernnIAce

AYERS CATHARTIo PILLS arc the best of !
p3rgativss for family use. They are the pro
duct Of long, labOrions, and success sful chenica
Investigations. and their extensive use. by phv
sicians In their practice, and by oil civilized n
lions, proves them the best and moi eifectual
purgative Pill that medical science can devise.
Being purely veGe;a able no harm caZ arise from
th'ir uEe In intrinsic vSiUe and curative pow
g, no other Pills Gun be compared with them
and every person. knowing their virtues, VIII
mploy ,hem. when needed. They keep III,
system in perfect order. and maintain 10 hcai
thy action the whole machinery OF life. Mo,
searching and effectusl, they specially
adapted 20 the needs Of the digestive spp3rstns
arrangements Of which they prevent and cure,
II timely taken. They are the best and safest
physic to employ sor children and weakened
constitutions. where mild, but effectual Ca
t1artic ts reCulred
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

Bad Breath arises from the stomach, and
can easily be corrected if you take Sim
mons Liver Regulator. 1t is peculiarly
adapted to the stomach, correcting acidity,
destroying foul gases and allaying inflam-
nation. Take after eating a half-table-
spoonful, it assimilates with the food and
insures perfect digestion, without which
that repulsiVe disorder, Bad Breath, must
ensue. The Delaware Democrat says
''For the cure OF Dyspepsia, Bilious Com
plant and Headache, Simmons Liver
Regulator has no equal. 1t rarely fails to
effect a cure, and never, in giving relief.
There is no ingredient in its manufacture
that can injure any one. 1t has been tried
for many years, and, unlike many other
medicines, is steadily gaining the conf
dsnce of the public"
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17
READ THIS LETTRR-lT Is ONLY ONE OF
MANY.
SPRINGFIELD, ROBERTSON, Co, TENN,

NoNchnocT ~, 1oCU.
Or. j. BRADFIELD--Sir: MY daughter
has been suffering for many years with
that dreadful affliction known as Female
Disease, which has cost me many dollars,
and Notwithstanding had the medical at
tendance, could not find relief I have
used many other kinds OF medicine with
out any effect. l had just about given her
up, was out ofheart, but happened in the
store of w. w. Ecker several weeks since,
and he knowing of my daughters affiie-
ton persuaded me to try bottle of your
Female Regulator. She began to improve
al once. 1 was so delighted with its ef-
feet that bought several more bottles.
The price, $3.50 bottle, seemed to be
very high at first, but now think it the
cheapest preparation on the globe, and
Knowing what 1 do about ii, IL to-day one
Of my family was suffering with that aw-
fnl disease. L would have Il IL It cost $50 a
bottle. forf can truthfully say il has cured
my daughter sound and well, and myself
midwife domost heartily recommendyour
Female Regulator to be just what II IS
recommended TO be. Respectfully,
II. ID. FRATHKRsT0N.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

The proper way to do fishing now days
is to procure n deck of cards, a bottle of
cistern water, and 20 down on the river
and select quiet place and have game
while small boy hired for the purpose
does the fishing. This was not the case
with two of our citizens. There was a
dearth of amusements in the city, and
they would go fishing and have ne end
of fun. They procured boat and were
quietly fishing down about the dam, when
puff of wind blew OFF Toms hat, and in
attempting to recoverit the boat careened
and he suddenly disappeared head fore
most into the raging Colorado. For n
moment nothing appeared above the wa
ter but single, solitary boot which
detiantly described few circles
in the AIR as il determined not to go I'm
der the ley waters. Jack, who remained
IN the boat, was so astonished at the
sudden disappearance of his friend that
he forgot to handle the oars, and in a
moment the boat, with Jack holding on
like grim death, shot over the dam,
throwing him into the river. He swan
ashore, and giving the departing boat a
whitening look, proceeded up the river,
where he found Tom, who had reached
the bank and was mentally damning the
river with immense dams. They held
consultation, decided to keep their mis-
hap secret and quietly slid into the city
and changed their wet garments for dry.
The next time they try their luck as fish
ermen, 1t is likely they will follow the
plan mentioned ut the head of this item.
Many lose their beauty from the hair
f,lling or fAdinv. Parker's Hair Balsam
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17
THIRTY YEARs'EXPERIENCEo OF AN
OLD NURSE.

Mrs. W1nsIow's SOOTHING syrup IS the
prescription of one of the best Family
Physicians and muses. in the United
States, and has been used for thirty years
with never failing safety and success by
millions of mothers and children, from
the feeble infant of one week old to the
adult. IL cOrrects acidity of the stomach,
relieves wind collie, regulates the bowels,
mother and child. We believe it the Best
and Surest Remedy in the world, in all
cases of Dysentery and Diarrhea in Chill
dren, whether arising from teething or
any other cause. Full directions for using
will accompany each bottle. None gen.
uine unless the facsimile of-Curtis Il Per-
kins 10 on the outside wrapper. Sold by
all Medicine Dealers. % cents bottle.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

1t is foolish mistake to confOund Il
remedy of merit with the quack medi-
cines now so common. We have used
rsrker's Ginger Tonic with the happiest
results for Rheumatism and Dyspepsia,
and when worn out by Overwork, and
know it to be sterling health restora-
tive Times. See advertisement.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

The professional manipulation of the
highly colored and festive paste-bOards
leads an exciting and eventful life. He
is thrown in contact with all classes of
society. That is, he meets men of every
shade of character and who move in and
occupy every position in society. They
sometimes, when the game runs low and
business is dull, soliloquize as follows:
"Man's life is game OF cards. First it is
'cribbage.' Next he tries TO 'goit alone ut
a sort of 'cut, shuttle and DEAL Then he
raises, the deuce when his mother takes
hand in and contrary to Hoyle, beats
the little joker with her i've Then with
bis diamonds he wins the queen of
hearts, Tired of playing Il lone hand
he expresses a desire to assist his fair
partner throws out his cards and the
clergyman takes a ten-dollar bill out of
him con pair She 'orders him up to
make the fires. Like 'knave' he joins
the 'clubs,' where he often gets high
which Is 'low,' too. If he keeps straight
he Is oftlmes flush. He grows old and
bluff sees a 'dear of trouble, when at
last he 'shuffies' of his mortal coil and
passes in his checks and he is 'raked in
by spade llfe's fitful game is ended
and he waits the summons of Gabriers
trump which shall 'order him up"
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

The next state bee keepers assoc
citation will meet at Judge Andrews
apiary in Mckinney ON the twelfth
and thirteenth day of May. DIR. N.
p. Allen, of Smiths Grove, KY,
President of the North American
Bee Keepers Society viii be present.
1t is earnestly desired that large
attendance ofthose interested in bee
keeping may be had.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

A CROSS BABY.-Nothing Is so condu-
Give to a mans remaining a bachelor as
stopping for one night at the house of Il
married friend and being kept awake for
five or six hours by the crying of cross
baby. All cross and crying babies need
only Hop Bltters to make them well and
smiling. Young man, remember this
Ed
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17
MAINE NEWS

Hop Bitters, which are advertised in our
columns, are sure cure for ague, bilious
ness and kidney complaints. Those who
use them say they cannot be too highly
recommended. Those afflicted shouls
give them fair trial. and will become
thereby enthusiastic in the praise ofthei
curative qualities.-P0rtldnd Id,
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

"A strong effort is being made in
st. Louis to suppress gambling. At
all events, the grand jury is moving
in that direction. It has Just in
dicted the vice president of the no
lice board for failure to put a stop
to vice, apd strongly censures the
entire board, holding it and the
mayor directly responsible for the
existence of policy shops, variety
theaters and gambling dens.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

Halps Vegetable Sicilian Hair Remover
is no new preparation for the public to
experiment with; its success is unparal-
leled for restoring gray hair to its natural
color, promoting its growth, and produc-
ing new hair on bald heads.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

Her dropping eyes, pale, haggard feat
ures, lettering walk, detected melancholy
expression, excite or sympathy. Poor
frail woman Why don't some one act
the good samaritan by telling her that
rapidly and soundly. They are prepared
expressly for such ailings, and never fail
TO cure.
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

Certain parties have been for years
flooding the country with immense packs
Of horse and cattle powders which are
utterly worthless. Don't be deceived by
them. Sheridan's powders are the only
kind now known IN this country which
are strictly pure. They are very power
flIl
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17
DYSPEPSIA AND LIVER COMPLAINT

cents to free yourself of every symptom
of these distressing complaints, If you
think so, call at our store and get bottle
of Shiloh's Vitalizer, every bottle has q
printed guarantee on it, use accordingly,
and if it does you no good, 1t will cost
you nothing. Sold by Oscar Samostz,
druggist, Congress Avenue and Pecan
street, Austin Texas. fe5deod&w1y
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

sH1LoH's CATARRH REMEDY.-A mary
elous cure for catsrrh, diphtheria, canker
mouth. and head ache, with each bottle
fherk Is an ingeious nasal injector for the
more successful treatment of these COM
plants without extra charge. Price 90
cents. Sold by Oscar Samostz, druggist,
Congress Avenue and Pecan street, Aus
tim Texas feb2eow6m
The weekly democratic statesman. [volume] (Austin, Tex.) 1871-1883, 1881-03-17

Get out OF that bed, woman, and go on
about your business. Why remain an in
valid so iongt That peculiar lingering
female complaints has worried you long
enough: throw on the letters that bind
can find permanent ruler and rani,i cnre
by the use OF that renowned female tonic
known as ENGLISH Female RIrTHFs