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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-18

T. r. Merrill, of the firm of Isbell
81 Morrill,, is in town attending TO the
fishing business of the firm in this
city.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-18
Slows

gENTTN}jC UIyans. l. useful stops 3 sets reeds
0LS y only iCl Pianos 3l2s ar. r.5-I-
lustIatet catalogue troe Address Bcrtty, Washing
ton, Nj 5Jgyl
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-18

II. S. Seage has some of the lumber
on the ground for the erection of a
dwelling on Washington avenue.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-18

Carkin, Stickney & Co.'S new dredge,
that was launched at East Saginaw
last week, is expected here next week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-18

Tho front OF the Potter block is re-
cciyiug an application Of paint.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-05-18

The steam barge East Saginaw load
ed with 1880 ties on Saturday, from
the dock Of Bolton q McRae.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

PRESIDENT ARrHURS SPEECH AT YORK
ro"N'-Opph thls soll one hundred years
ago our loreIatners Drought TO successful
issue tner Struggle Tor independence.
mere anu 'heh was estaoilsheo and' rs we
'rust' made secure up IN TINS O. ntlnent Tor
ages yet TO come, that principle OF govern
meht whlch Is the very hore OF our political
sysV'm' Tue sovereignty OF the people. Ihe
reSeh'men's whlch at'ehdeo ana ior long
lime survived the clash OF arms nave long
since ceased TO animate our hearts. IL Is
WIN no hellng Oh exuitatlon over defeat
en roe that we summon up remembrance
"' 'hose Veh's "n'ch nave maue ho'y ths
Srouhd "hereoh we treal' surety no such
unworthy sentiment coui ma harnor IN
our hear's so profoundly thrills with the
expression OF sorrow and sympathy which
our national bereavement mas evolved
from the people of England and their
august sovereign hut il is altogether fitting
that we should gttner here to refresh our
souls with contemplation of the untalter'
ln% patriotism, he sturdy zeal, and the
sublime faith which achieved the results
we now comm 'mprrte. For so, If we
earn Alright the iesson OF the hour, shall
we be incllet to transmit to the generation
That shall follow the precious legacy
which our tntherS lett to us-the love Of
liberty protected hy law.
vi 'hat historic scene which we mere
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

careth for YOU God bless that young
man; and friends, wish we could all pray
together that he may be kept" Every
heart seemed touched, and earnest PRAYERS
were offered. At the close the young
man arose, and with fearful tenderness
said: Dear friends, am that young man.
and o how | thank you for praying for
me so earnestly, and thank God so much
that l came in here to might. When l
found myself 50 bessedly saved l had a
great longing to do something for Christ,
but know didn't desire the privilege; /;
and that night when told of Gods good
ness, spoke because my heart was so full
| couldn't help it. Oh yes, hour by hour
He keeps me, and am not counting up
the hours ahead of me. He will take care
of them" If it had been a Methodist
meeting, there would have been hearty
"Amens," doubtless As it WAS, every one
was in tears. and they nodded TO each
other in the most approved orthodox fash
ion.
One young man has gone to work, and
says: II shall soon pay you back the
money you used for me-" Perhaps "the
dollar" will have another mission; but his
little history should like to send to my
Vermont friend through the columns of
the MESSENGER, and possibly the lesson
may do some other heart good. The Lord
bless our young men and keep them from
the snares Of the enemy.
Very truly yours,
Mrs J. X. BARNEY,
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02
Oracle and the Prize.

"Wait moment, children. l have some.
thing to say" Miss Brown stood at her
desk rs she spoke, and the busy hum Of
childish voices instantly subsided, while
thirty pairs of eyes of all colors were ST.
multaneously raised to the teachers face.
"Oh, bother!" whispered Lulu Gray to
her seat-mate, "we're in for lecture!
Isn't 1t meanP l don't care; l haven't
done anything anyway
"Oh, yes, you have too" whispered her
companion, eagerly and quickly. You
pitched paper ball at Sue Warnings head,
you know you did, and III bet we're all
going to catch il just for you, Lulu Greyr'
Children" said Miss Brown, inter-
rupting the argument between Lulu and
her mate, "Ive been thinking of some
thing for long time, ever since l looked
over the books in fact, week ago, and
made a discovery" Here she looked
around upon her scholars in silence for a
moment, during which sundry small in
dividusls shivered in fear lest certain little
acts of disobedienoe and infringed rules
should have been reserved for fearful re-
venge upon the guilty parties.
a. only peeped in my geography just
once, now" whispered one little trans
gressor, half crying; and it wasn't any
worse n you marking your sums on your
ap'on sleeve, Jennie Green!"
But Oracle Ward, blue-eyed. fsir-haired
Oracle, saw the smile in her teacher s
eyes, and felt sure it wasn't to be "lec-
ture" this time. And presently Miss
Brown proceeded:
IL made the discovery, children. that
out of thirty girls, all well healthy girls
too and in whose families. so far as have
known, there has been no sickness or
trouble of any kind, only Seven-think of
it-only seven have been perfect in prompt
and faithful attendance through the term
thus far-always on hand to respond when
the roll was called, and never missing a
day, rain or shine. am not speaking OF
perfect recitations, because many of the
tardy and frequently absent scholars are
up to the standard in the matter of lessons
but simply of your attendance am speak
ing. and do you not think it something !
ought TO feel ashamed of ms teacher herep"
A pause. during which the irresponsible
Lalu whispered with relieved mind,
d" Pooh that's all the matter! I'm sure
that isn't much to worry about. She isn't
going to speak of the spit-ball at all, Sadie
Meyers, for all you tried to scare me hall
to deathW
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02
Keep your Health.

will give you few extracts that may
be of use to all. know they are to me:
Thousands of persons starve themselves
into thinness, paleness and nervousness by
living on white bread and sweet things
and sleeping too little. Oatmeal, cracked
wheat, graham bread and beef, with plenty
of sleep would make them plump and
ruddy.
Catarrh, bronchitis and consumption
often originate in damp feet. Mud, water
and snow will soon make the feet damp, il
you wear only leather boots. The arctic
overshoe is a perfect prevention. If the
leather boots be light and the article be
worn only when walking in mud or snow
it is perfect foot-rig.
The sick room should be kept clean and
dry; no curtains, no valances, no soiled
clothes hanging about. no dusty carpets
medicine should be left standing about
An open fire is number one among the
blessings of sick room.
For those who are troubled with indi
gestion, be in the sun as much as possible
and try to lie in the sun at least an hour
expose the body to sunshine, especially the
back. Those who take plenty of exercise,
eat good, healthy food, and live in the sun
shine will seldom have indigestion or dys
pepsia. Tea is the most fruitful source o!
dyspepsia, because it is usually drank tc
excess.
A very noted health physician says il
you want to be healthy and live to a goo(
old age you must climb up stairs and live
at the top. The stairs consist OF but sever
steps, and you must make pause on eacf
step and follow his directions:
First step-Eat wheat, oats, corn, fruits
beef and mutton. plainly cooked, in moder
ate quantity. and but two meals a day.
Second step-Breathe good air day an(
night.
Third step-Exercise freely in the oper
air.
Fourth step-Retire early and rise early
Fifth step-Wear flannel next your Skin
every day in the year, and so dispose youl
dress that your limbs shall be kept warm
Battle frequently.
Sixth step--Live in the sunshine. Lei
your bedroom be one which receives flooC
of light, and spend your day either out in
the sunlight or in u room which is wei
lighted.
Seventh step-Cultivate cheerful tenn
per. Seek the society of jolly folks. Don'l
be afraid to laugh.
Go up this flight of stairs. Live above
Catarrh cannot crawl up there. Catarrt
and other maladies are prowling about il
the basement and cannot reach the fiooI
above M. d.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

OVER PoIITENEs s.-How is il that
whenever You are thrown into the compa-
ny of an unusually poIite-an over-polite
person, You almost Immediately distrus
him? There comes to you, acting upon the
nervous part of you, of which you know
so little, a sense of doubt, You are not
averse to polite bearing and manners
nay, you like hem;-you even find it
pleasant to receive the compliments so
readily and glibely offered to you; to see
the amiabe smile; to watch The bowling
head and there is something in the sense
of reverence and respect as expressed
towards yourself very fiattering to your
amour proDre. Yet, in spite of it all.
you are not sure of your company's hon.
esty. You are inclined to suspect that
there is something cynical behind that
smile; something unreal in the look OF
regard. And you do not know in the least
why you have this feeling, only you know
you have. At the same time, you find 1t
50 agreeable to be made much of, to find
your opinions suddenly of value (or ss-
sumed value) in the eyes Of your fellow,
that you lull to rest the spirit of doubt
which rises within you, and you resolve
to believe your new friend an exceedingly
polished and very delightful man.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

Goodshome manners are the foundation
and the supersructure of good manners
everywhere else. The idea that it is of
little moment how we behave at home,
provided we are courteous and polite in
company, is radically wrong one. Per-
sons often allow themselves to be ill.bred
at home, thinking that they can put on
good manners when they choose, and ap-
pear as we'll abroad as others; but, unco =
scously. they are continually betraying
themselves. Few things are as subservi-
ent on habit as thosr ever-recurring little
proprieties, graces md amenities of social
life which 90 to iuake up the well.bred
man or womar The expression, tone,
carriage, manner and language of years
cannot be changed in day for some special
occasion. The requisites of good manners
are so multitudinuus, it is impossible to
give them all; and each, like the snow
flakes which form the avalanche, though
important, is so minute in itself that it is
difficult to select any as most essential.
Good manners at home and elsewhere are
but the outward manifestation OF love and
that spirit (which suffereth long and is
kind; which envieth not; vaunteth not
Itself; is not puffed up; doth not behave
itself unseemly; seeketh not its own; is
not easily provoked; thinketh not evil; re-
joiceth not in iniquity; beareth all things
believeh all things" The well-bred man
and woman express by their manner that
they regard the judgment, feelings tastes,
wishes, convenience and pleasures OF
others as highly as their own. They strive
to avoid all habits which offend the tastes,
all expressions which shock the sensbili
ties or wound The feelings of those about
them, and all needless violations of the
customs and conventionalities OF society.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

SCANDINAVIAN HOsPITALIrY.-The most
striking quality OF scandinavian character
seems to be hospitality. Throughout Nor.
way, Sweden and the far north the author
was heartily received by every one, from
the king in his palace to the Laplander in
his tent. During five years of almost in
cessant travel, in the course of which every
part of the peninsular was visited, Mr.. Du
Chaillu was cody treated only once. The
Swedes and Norwegians have the reputa-
tion of heing reserved and cold, but this is
true Of them only when they meet strang-
ers of the class best suggested by the word
tourist" To any one whose interest in
them can not be measured by stare OF
two and few impertinent questions they
are unsuspicious and communicative, as
we'll rs cordial to the verge of affection
Mr.. Du Chaillu went among them freely
conversed with them in their language,
wore garments like their own. and took
part in their labors sports and ceremonies.
The treatment he received in return causes
him to speak most enthusiastically in praise
of their sociability and kindness. As in
other countries that retain primitive habits,
hospitality in Scandinavia always implies
eating and drinking. The poorest farmer
or fisherman always has something to offer
the visitor. and lack of appetite is gener-
ally construed as slight. The author
mentions one occasion on which, to avoid
hurting any ones feelings, he ate thirty
times in two days and drank thirty-four
cups of coffee. Often strong cheese is
offered Just before meal to provoke ap-
petite, and in the cities formal dinner is
preceded by smorgas, or lunch, at a
table crowded with alleged sppe.izers. On
a single Smoroas table the author noted
smoked reindeer meat. smoked salmon
with poached eggs, raw salmon freshly
salted, hard boiled eggs, caviare, fried
sausage, anchovy, smoked goose breast,
cucumbers, raw salt herring, several kinds
of cheese and as many of bread, and salad
made of picked herring, boiled meat pota
toes. eggs, beets and onions. There were
also three kinds of spirits on the table, and
from these and the various dishes the
guests helped themselves bountifully, and
then did justice to an excellent dinner. -
John Ha6berton, tn Harper's Magazine for
November.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

ture prevails. The climate is generally
moist but healthy. The whole of the
Amazon basin is divided into two seasons,
namely. the wet and dry The wet
season. or winter, begins regularly toward
the last OF November. and lasts till the
middle of May. The fall of water, during
the rainy season, raises the river full 40
feet higher than usual. 1t is accompanied
by terrific thunder and lightning. From
Belem westward on the Amazon rain falls
IA most every afternoon. At Belem there
are only Sky days out of the whole year
that rain does not fall. The thermometer
in this region ranges from SO to 6S
degrees Fahrenheit; while at Rio Janeiro
the temperature is averaged at rs degrees,
and still lower toward the south. In the
during the day time from the northeast,
and during the night from the east. The
half is the dry season or sum-
ner. The summer heat is never so
oppressive as in the hot days of July and
August in New York and Boston. The
country is generally healthy with the
exception of the marshy banks of some of
the rivers, lowlands, and swan ps, where
intermittent fevers are prevalent. On the
sea-coast and in some of the marintine
provinces, epidemics of yellow fever and
cholera have been experienced since 1850,
Before the yellow fever broke out, there
was change in the atmosphere. Thunder
storms that used to occur at a stated hour
daily.are now seldom heard. There was also
at the beginng of the pestlence stagna-
ton ana want of elasticity in the atmos-
phere. The most common diseases are
pulmonary consumption, intermittent few
ers and rheumatism. Leprosy is prevalent
on the banks of the Amazon, at Rio
Janero, and elsewhere. 1t is said 10
rarely attack foreigners, and is thought
generally to be uncurable, yet permanent
cures have been eff ,cted. The soil in
Brazil is rs varied as its climate, being
in some places very fertile, while in Others
II is dry and unfavorable to vegetation; rs
= rule however, the land, surrounding the
large and popllous cities, is very fertile.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02
THE LOVERS DREAM

On JOYOUS day In autumn time.
rambled out from the town,
TO look on the trees in varied hues
OF red. and yellow aud brown.
The zsphyrs played with the lovely shasl.
And brooklet murmured by;
And they seemed to sing, when work ilIs
It's glorious then to di e"-
l laid me down on cr m son cot.
Dame nature had made Of leaves;
Aud thought Of the changes time had vrou<ht.
And what varied webs he weaves.
mused till the world grew strangely
lost the purl Of the rll;
lsnzuor crept DER muscle and brain,
fell asleep on the hill
While slumber- wrapped there sat ct my side
Awomsn in purple vest;
Her eyes looked lovingly into mine,
And her hand in mine was pressed;
And out from her tresses long aud broWn
One fell till 1t reached my cheek,
And thrilled ne with it's magical touch
TIL could not move or speak.
wonderous smile played over her facs.
As her white arm me caressed,
Aud she raised my head with timid graos
Till it lay upon her breast.
her Dosom rose, and her bosom fell,
As hsr warm breath won't AMI came:
And her lips sssayel some tale to tell.
And thought heard my name.
And coupled herewith were soft. sweet words,
Like we speak in love, or prayer.
That swept OF my ravished heart the chords.
As they stirred the balmy air
But the hair soon vanished into light,
And the hand held was gone;
While the form had slidsd from my sight,
And found myself alone.
The trees had covered me with their leaves
The brook kept murmuring by;
The owl was telling the days decline,
The sun wasIlow in the sky
The whole was but beautiful dream
In which thou came'st to me:
Oh, lady, tell Do ever seem
In thy sleep to talk with thee7
PAULuLu
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

A "GAUNT Boy. DIR. Loring, the new
commissioner of agriculture, is the son of
a clergyman who lived at North Andover,
Mass. The story is told that he and his
brother were gaunt boys. Their father
sent them one day to an adjacent cattle
show with some very fat hogs to exhibit.
The boys were rather proud of the many
compliments paid to the hogs until far.
mer came along and said to an acquain-
tance: Mighty nice hogs these of Parson
Loring's, but why don't no give his boys
more to eat and hislpigs less!"
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

There is no defence against the vices and
dangers of modera civilization like a truly
Christian home. 1t is the fortress of all
the virtues, the Nesting place of all the
sanctities. And nowhere else do the i'm
provements of art and the triumph Of
civilization appear TO such advantage as
in the homes Of = people cultivated and
wise and pure snnngA 70 make use OF
them,
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

For the benefit of those interested we
note that wedding cards this winter will
be of square note size, heavy paper en-
graved with running script or round
English letters; no embellishments on either
card or envelope, net even monogram.
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02

Wendell Phillips writes to friend in
Iowa: 81 do not forget that President
Arthur was one of our New York counsel
in the fugitive slave cases. and I predict
that he will make good psssidsnt.h
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02
TERMS FOR ADVERTISING.
Probate and Commissioners Notices. s2Oo.

In one month this young man was in
his grave, It went to my heart. Wine
is the cause of ruin to great multitude
of Young men of our country.
You give up yOur wine, and will
give mp my rum, saws the dram driaker.
Once | would not yield to this. Now
think ought, for the purpose Of checking
intemperance. | will not speak for others,
but for me to do otherwise would be sin"
Green-Mountain freeman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1844-1884, 1881-11-02
OLD TIMES AND NEW

Tread at the New England Societies festival at New
York December q, 1896 by ALLEN c. sPooNER of this
city.l
Stephens City star. (Stephens City, Va.) 1881-1883, 1881-10-15

Ifyou use this once you will use no other,
as it is nearly double the strength of any
other potash in the market. Essence of
Coffee 3 for 10 cents. Cloves, Cinnamon,
and spices of all kinds, Celery seed, White
and black mustard Royal Baking powder
the Finest and best.
Stephens City star. (Stephens City, Va.) 1881-1883, 1881-10-15

We offer bargains, in Boots and shoes
examine our Challenge Boots" Hand made
and warranted by Young, kimmel & Diggs,
of Baltimore. We will order our End supply
Of these goods this week.
Mems heavy shoes, $685. Extra good,
| 90, per per pair. Ladies ard Misses mo
rocco hastings, and foXed huttoed CATERS, at
all prices. Examine our stock before
making yourpurclascs, rs we feel contidant
that we can please you in this line OF goods
Stephens City star. (Stephens City, Va.) 1881-1883, 1881-10-15

Brown Sugar z, 0 and 10 cents per pound
White Sugar 10 cents pound.
GRADUATED III cents a pound.
Green Coffee. 10. 12A and 16 a pound
Roasted Coffee in pound packages, rs cents.
Enterprise Coffee in pound pack. IS cents.
Bonanza Ball Potash, large balls and ex-
ira strength, only 10 cents ball.
10
Stephens City star. (Stephens City, Va.) 1881-1883, 1881-10-15

Horse Shoe Nails 10 cents pound
King Best, Polished and
pointed, IS cents.
Old Dominion, Polished and pointed. IA
Clinton =" II.
Burdens Best horse shoes cts ID
Boys pocket knives 10 cents.
Stephens City star. (Stephens City, Va.) 1881-1883, 1881-10-15

Leather and Buck Purses 10 BIS
Ladies Bleached Cotton Hose
S Cents a Pair, or SO cents
dozen.
Pretty Styles IS, 20 & rs.
Mems Heavy Half Hoes 3 pair
For 25,
Mems Extra heavy Hoes, Double Heel, 2
for IS.
Men Undershirts rs cents pair.
Mems grey mixed Undershirts, 1875 pair
Mems Gray Mixed Drawers; so cts pair.
Mems half and all wool undershirts, at low
Figures.
Mems fine ready made shirts, Linen bosom
Cuffs, &C, 60 cents
"Our Drag" shirt made of New York Mills
Muslin fine linen bosom and Cuffs
for 800
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-07-07

Col. w. w. Dudley. of Indiana. passed
Saturday night at the Presidents bedside
Col. Dudley says the President inquired
about the assassin; asked him to describe
the mans appearance, his grievance if he
had any, and whether he was securely
guarded. Being told that he must not
talk, the President said to him: Dudley,
I'll make this bargain with you: IN not
talk as long as you give me all the ice
want" The. Colonel readily agreed te
the proposition, but very soon he was
obliged to remind the President of his
agreement. The President suffered in
tense pain in his legs, buth was heard to
murmer; Il will endure any pain. He
said: "To get we'll l would cheerfully
stick out that right leg and have il
chopped off if it would bring health
again. He frequently expressed the belle
he would recover; but 'if it be Code
will that should die, he added stontly;
measuring his words, II am ready to 60
4 am not afraid to die. '-EnQairer.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1881-07-07
The President Still Lives !
Latest From Washington.
WASHINGTON, D. c., July 6,


Executive Mansion, $50 A. n. /
Tho President has passed mos
comfortable night and has slept wei,
His condition has remained through
out as favorable as when the last bul-
letin was issued. Pulse is becoming
less frequent and is now SO; tempera
ture SO; respiration %
I2:30P NJ
The President remains cutie as CON-
Portable as at last bulletin. He take:
his nourishment we'll. Pulse lOO
temperature 994 respiration %.
2:30 P. NJ.
Unless some unfavorable changes il
symptoms occur no further official bul-
letins will be issued until s p. m. Ex-
periments are now being made unde,
supervision Of physicians with differ
ent sorts of refrigerating apparatus
in order to relieve the President, il
possible, from unfavorable influence
of great heat, by artificial cooling o:
the atmosphere Of his room.