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The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

AS have already stated, have bought the right
the Paragraph Binder in Jackson county, and
have received five six fonts of new job type, and
large quantity of stationery.
The new Binder takes like everything. We have
already up large quantities of letter heads, note
heads bill heads, statements, cards, &C. We now
employ four five job work part of the time,
and still work crowds US. Have patience, friends;
we bound to do more fine job work, at lower fig
ures, than any other office I'M either Southern Nor
thern Ohio.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

OUR young friend Frank Price sent US
Oh Saturday morning some nice peaches,
the sack bearing the legend: "The' last
of the season. We believe they acre
about the last, and the very last peaches
Frank will send out as single man.
Thanks.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

ut Is Curing Everybody"
writes druggist. "Kidney-Wort is the
most popular medicine we SELL" 1t tshould
be by right, for no other medicine has
such specific action on the liver, bowels
and kidneys. If you have those symp-
toms which indicate biliousness or de-
ranged kidneys do not fail to procure it
and use faithfully. In liquid or dry form
it is sold by all ruggists.-Sazt Lake City
Tribune
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10
THE coal-shaft that was sunk years

THE coal-shaft that was sunk years
ago. by the Triumph Iron Co, on the
Long farm, in jamestown, has lately
been tested by driving entries a short
distance to where the coal proves to be Of
good quality. J. A. Long and L. A. At
kinson are now operating said mine,
which proves to be excellent coal for iron
purposes. They are now mining over
one thousand bushels per day, and expect
in a few days to handle much greater
amount. They are well prepared for
handling coal, having their screens and
scales conveniently arranged.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

The Bankrupt Store will stay while
longer with the people of Jackson. Mr..
Jashanosky, at the request of many of his
customers, has abandoned his intention
of moving, at least for the present, and in
view thereof has laid in another big sup
ply, fresh from the market, to be sold at
prices to astonish the Oldest citizens of
Jackson county. Call and see him. 1t is
on Main street, opposite the Public
Square. See sign of Bankrupt Store.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

ONE day last week we received by mail
a bunch of grapes from Alfred Speer, of
New Jersey. They are the kind of grapes
from which he manufactures his cele-
brated Port Wine, which is advertised in
the STANDARD, The grapes were badly
crushed, and spoiled, the box in which
they were enclosed being caved in while
in the mail bags.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

IMPROPER medicines only aggravate
human diseases. Don't experiment with
your health. If you don't just know
what ails you, use Browns Iron Bitters.
1t will strengthen you and assist nature
in removing every symptom of distress.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10
1tobinr PiIes-sxmptoms and Cure.

The symptoms moisture, like perspiration, in
tense itching increased by scratching very distress
ing particularly night, if pin worms were crawl
ing in and about the rectum; the private parts are
sometimes affected if allowed to continue very seri-
GUS results may follow. "Dr Swayne's All-Heains
Ointment is pleasant sure cure. Also for letter
Itch, Salt Rheum, Scald Head, Erysipelas, BARRIERS
Itch, Blotches, all Scaly Crusty, Cutaneous Erup-
tions Price so cts. boxes for sl.25. Sent by mai
to any address receipt of price in currency, OIL
three cent postage stamps. Prepared only by DR.
Swayne & Son. $50 N. Sixth Street, Philadelphia, Pa
TO whom letters should be addI essed. Sold by al
prominent druggists. l4apsly
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Sunday, rained nearly al day.
Monday, rained nearly all day.
Tuesday, cloudy in forenoon clear and fine in after
noon.
Wednesday foggy in the morning; clear and fine in
the afternoon.
Thursday, cloudy, cool and disagreeable.
Friday, clearedup.
Saturday, clear and cool.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

People should be just as careful when
buying drugs or having prescriptions
compounded as in selecting a physician
to treat their family. Go where you are
satisfied the druggist understands his
business and you have confidence in what
you get. G. W. Miller is the man, and
corner of Broadway and Pearl streets the
place. Don't forget it.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

A HoLYoKE, Mass, exchange alludes
to the cure of d. o. Judd, Esq, U. S. Su-
pervisor of Postal Card Mandatory,
who was cured by st. Jacobs Oil of rheu-
matism and neuralgia. - Bridgeport
Comm Standard.
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REsCUED FROM DEATH.

William j. Coughlin, of Somerville Mass, says: In
the fall taken with bleeding of the lungs
followed by severe cough. lost my appetite and
flesh, and W, confined to my bed. In 1877 was ad-
mitted TO the h)spita. The doctors said had holes
in my lung Dig half dollar. At one time re-
port Mt around that was dead. 1 gave up hope,
but friend told of DIR. William Halls Balsam for
the lungs. got bottle, when to my surprise, COM
menced better and to-day feel better than for
three years past.
write this hoping every one afflicted with dis
eased lungs win take DR.. William Halls Balsam, and
be convinced that consumption can be cured. can
positively say it has done more good than all the
other medicines have taken since my sickness. 1-3
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

A FARMERS PAPER.-We ask atten-
ton to the advertisement of The Ohio
Farmer of Cleveland, o., in this issue of
our paper, and recommend it as one of
the oldest and most valuable agricultural
and family papers of the country.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

oLIvER's PATENT CHILLED PLow will plow fifty
acres easier and quicker than ordinary pow will
plow forty acres At one dollar per for plowng
you would the price of the Oliver Plow in pow-
ing fifty acres, at Pickrel's. 27jansltf
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

THE Portsmouth, Ohio, Monthly Stock Sales, which
we made mention of lately had their first sale We'd
nesday, October Goth, and grand success-both
buyers and sellers were well pleased. The next sale
takes place the last Wednesday in November, being
the 30th. Every farmer and stock buyer should at
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10
The Kew to Health.

Have you found the key to perfect
health and strength? 1t is Kidney-W ort,
the only remedy that overcomes at once
the inaction of the kidneys and bowels.
1t purifes the blood by cleansing the sys-
tenn of foul humors and by giving strength
to the liver, kidneys and bowels to per-
form their regular functions. See dis
played advertisement.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

THE benefit of advertising made manifest to us
last week. Mrs. Brooks advertised her house and
land for sale, and the other day her daughter came in
and paid the advertisement ordered it out
the property had been sold. We asked Miss Brooks
if the advertisement had aided in the sale. Oh yes
said she, sit brought about the sale.'
Now reason why o. S. Miller is successful, is
the that he all the time keeps his business before
the public And then his goods always salable.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10
Lost POcket.BOOk.

1 lost my pocket-book on Monday, per-
haps some where in Jackson. 1t contain
ed a note of 800 on o. S. Miller, and one
on G. w. Rice for $50, certificate of de-
posit on the Iron Bank for $50, and from
So to 81 in money. The person finding it
will be suitably rewarded upon returning
it to ABRAHAM RICE.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

JOHN DAVIS, who owned the saw-mill
that blew up a few days ago, some dis
tance north of Jackson, has since died,
from injuries received from scalds. The
funeral took place on Tuesday.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

OUR old friend Samuel Baker has pears
of the second growth for this season
There have been several pear-trees bud.
ding the second time in this locality.
Mr.. Baker has sent samples of these pears. They
are more than half grown.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

STILL the fine weather continues, and still old
and worthy friend G. Graham is busy with his out
door work, such putting metallic roofing, put
ting up lightning rods putting in pumps, &C. He al
keeps very full fall stock of stoves, CRATES, ho-
lowware, tinware, &C. There you get the latest
improved coal buckets, and everything else you may
need in that line
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

NFvER forget that the store of Brookfns, Hunsnger
Co., is of the very best places in town to get
your dry goods, groceries, hats boots, Shoes or
anything else you need. You there order your
coal, and it will be sent to you at You can
there, if farmer gardner, sell your produce for
fair price, if you want to get provisions there You
cln buy them at a fair price.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

DON'T forget to take your prescriptions
to G. w. Miller, the only regular we'll
qualified druggist in Jackson. 2Ooct4t
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

The Old Reliable Boss Restaurant of
c. M. Pugh has been re-fitted, and is now
the Daisy Boss Restaurant. Meals,
Lunches and Oysters, in every style
Confectioneries, Cigars, Tobacco, Foreign
and Domestic Fruits, &c.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

SEVERAL young lads arragned before the
Mayor last week to answer for devilment committed
on sHalloween' night. The boys have one thing to
learn yet-that they may enjoy themselves without
tearing down buildings, destroying property or COM
hitting thefts. few such escapudes as the re-
will be likely to make the town too hot to
hold some of them.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10
BULK Oysters at Pugh's.

OUR old friend A. S. Kyle, of Youngs-
town, Ohio, sent us last week, by his son
John, an onion which weighs II pounds.
Boiled, and seasoned with salt, butter and
cream, it will touch one in about the right
nlanp
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

A. F. McCarley, who resides near HUI
ron Furnace, lost twelve fine large tur-
keys few days ago. Any person giving
information which will lead to their re-
covery, will be suitably rewarded.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10
For Sale

One of the most desirable dwellings in
Jackson. For particulars inquire OF the
undersigned at his Office over Beders
Jewelry Store.
nOV3-4t. w. M. JOHNSON.
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FREE lunch, every day, at Wards.

New GOODS, just received, at r. E. Col
wins Store. Cloaks, Dolmans, Shawls,
Nubias, Hosiery, Hoods,
Shoes, Boots, &c, all of the latest styles
and lowest prices. Call and see them.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10
Use Dieter's Royal Coffee.

Do not use glazed coffee,
Because the glaze is of no use to it.
Because it adds four per cent. to the
weight.
Because you want pure and wholesome
Coffee.
Because glaze covers imperfections Of
the Coffee.
Dieter's Royal Coffee is pure and
wholesome and contains no glaze.
15Sep6m
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Go to G. w. Miller's Drug Store and
get a Box of "Creme" Oat Meal. Soaps
cakes in box-only 10 cents. 2Ooct4t
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On Thirty Days Trial.

Electro -Voltaic Belts and other Electric
Appliances on trial for thirty days to
young men and older persons who are af-
flicted with Nervous Debility, Lost Vital
ity, etc., guaranteeing speedy relief and
complete restoration of vigor and man
hood. Also for Rheumatism, Neuralgia,
Paralysis, Liver and Kidney difficulties,
lRuptures, and many other diseases; II
Voltaic Belt Co., Marshall, Mich. Snowy
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

THE Bum farm, of which we have
heretofore spoken, will probably be ad
vertised next week. 1t is a most valuable
tract of land.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

CLOAKS -! CLOAKS !!
ITEM OF INTEREST. OUR CLOAK
AND SHAWL DEPARTMENT.
Remember, We buy our cloaks from
the Manufacturers, and can save you
some money on each Garment you pur-
chase from US, at
G. M. MARTIN & SONS.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

SEVERAL deer are reported to have been seen IL
the vicinity of Beavertown, Pike County, recently
Some of our Nimrods talk of going to look fol
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Use Dieter's Royal Coffee.
Because it is wholesome, agreeable and
just what you want. 15sep-6m
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Jacob Beyron is making great improvements in his
residence on Water Street. He is making excava-
tion under the house. for basement story, which,
when completed, will be valuable addition in the
way of room and convenience.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Ed ADAMS has moved into the Mutt property on
..Posey HILL" Thomas Rogers has moved into his
new house In the same part of town. John L. Long
has moved to town. Mr.. Bryan, the sewing machine
man, will shortly move into the property opposite
the entrance of the Fair Grounds.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Notice to Farmers.
Having been appointed Agent of the Ohio Farmer s
Insurance Co. for the counties of jackson and Meigs
and notified by the Company that there were a few
partial losses unadjusted in my territory all parties
having such claims will please call at once address
the undersigned, at Jackson, Ohio, and they will re-
ceive prompt attention; it is the intention of the
Company to continue Its former business and to So
licit all new business they secure, and by prompt
attention to business the part of their agents.
well the Co. they hope to place themselves where
they properly belong at the head of the list in that
class of Insurance. w. T. PRICE, Agent,
5maytf for Jackson & Meigs Counties.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Go to G. M. Martin & Sons for Fashion
able Hosiery. They always have the
prettiest Hose in town.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

JOHN ALLEN, while working In the rear of the
Grafton Block last Thursday, fell and broke the
cap of of his knees, and otherwise injured him
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

A Cheap Cure for Chills and Fever.
Don't suffer with Chills and Fever or
Malaria when you can be cured for one
dollar by the Lion Malaria and Liver Pad
and Body and Foot Plasters. This treat
ment not only draws the poison out of
the system, but produces normal and
healthy condition of the stomach and
liver. The whole combined treatment,
Pad, Body and Foot Plasters, for one dol
lar. For sale by Druggists. 3nov2t
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

Henry Hale, of Missouri, is visiting friends in Jack
son. He reports fruit trees in bloom-second crop
in Missouri.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

The Howe Sewing Machine Co. have now brought
out machine that combines all the new and latest
improvements belonging to sewing machines. 1t is
the finest piece of mechanism eXtant. The new me-
chanica ideas very simple, correct and durable
that all experts, sewing machine men compelled
say this the sewing machine in existence.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

SPECIAL INDUCEMENTS are offered you by the
BURLINGTON ROUTE. 1t will pay you to read
their advertisement to be found elsewhere in this is
sue lOInh40w
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Skin Disease.

F. Drake, Esq, Cleveland, O., suffered
beyond all description from skin disease
which appeared on his hands, head and
face, and nearly destroyed his eyes. The
and after all had failed heused Dr.. Fra
zier's Magic Ointment and was cured by a
few applications.
GB The first and only positive cure for
skin diseases ever discovered.
Sent by mail on receipt of price, Fifty
Cents. HENRY & co, Sole Proprs,
Cleveland, o.
For Blind, Bleeding, Itching or Ulcer
ated Piles DIR. Williams Indian Pile Oint-
ment is sure cure. Price 81, by mail
For sale by Druggists.
John D. Park & Sons
Wholesale Agents, Cincinnati, D.
3nOVS1+v
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THE finest line of Fancy and Toilet
Articles in Jackson are found at G. w
Miller's Drug Store. 2Ooct4t
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Calendar-1SS1.
Entry Of second Glass Matter.

Entry of second-Cl Matter.
PosToFFICE, JACKSON, OHIO, }
July 25, 1875
The jackson Standard, published by Davis Mack
ley at Jackson jackson county Ohio, has this day
bean entered by the publisher as Second-class Mat
ter in accordance with Section 19s of the Postal Laws
and Regulations. S.P. BALDRIDGE,
Postmaster.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

j. b. Howe has been engaged by the Howe Sewing
Machine Co. to manage their southern Ohio business
Jackson will have permanent branch office for this
County,
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

A LARGE stock of Clocks just received,
at Bedel's Jewelry Store. Call and see.
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HEADQUARTERS for Clocks, at tn
Jewe.ry Store of Ii. A. BeCel.
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Miners Wanted.

l want 25 miners at my coal mine, g
mile south of Coalton.
| 3nov2t L.. ID. LlV VEL4.
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ANDREW WYKEL had some experience dray
man, in Coalton, a few days ago. He purchased a
dray and not being able to get anybody to it for
him, undertook it himself, but as he succeeded in
mashing his than he expected he sold the
draw sooner than he expected.
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Mrs, Nancy Osborne, wife of Alonzo
Osborne, died on Monday night
Obituary notice next week.
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WHEN you want a square meal, go to
Pugh'S.
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WellstOn Notes.

A. D. GRASSLAND will leave for Nor
treal, on Wednesday of this week.
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NAMES OF TOWNSHIPS
TOWNS, ETC.
TAXES FOR 1851.

TAKES FOR 1881.
Pi Apr12 ihrfere otheS nnua1
the
|cebe n the emanner prescribed law.
LAM fom
" ntaxe
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Because it is pure, contains no glaze or
other adulterant. 15Sep6m
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THE snow-birds have come, and found the violets
in bloom.
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SKIN DISEASES CURED

By DR.. Frazier's Magic Oint-
ment. Cures as if by magic, Pimples,
Black Heads or Grubs, Blotches and
Eraptions on the face, leaving the skin
clear, healthy and beautiful. Also cures
Itch, BARRIERS Itch, Salt Rheum, letter,
Ringworm, Scald Head, Chapped Hands,
Sore Nipples, Sore Lips, old, obstinate VI
GERS and Sores &c
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aItIs Curinr Eyerybody,

HIS HONOR, DR.. Varian, Mayor of Coalton, was In
town attending Court, part of last week.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

DIGGING for ore has commenced ON the
farms of John L. Long and Thomas M.
Jones'
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REPORT of Oak Hill High School for the month
ending October 20, 1881. j. II. ROWLAND, Teacher.
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The Lion Malaria and Liver Pad.

I'D. CLARE, of Portsmouth, was in town on Thurs
day.
The Jackson standard. [volume] (Jackson C.H., Ohio) 1847-1888, 1881-11-10

BULK Oysters 80 and 40 cts. per quart
at Puoh'S.
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DURABLE HOUSEHOLD. at Pickrel's. 27lanS
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Clocks at Bedel's.
Notice to Farmers.

Bone Dust, by car load, at D. L. PickreI's.-tt
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--.-11J; nltUldHTO .-.- --,...--

-.-iI0, nItUldHTU ~-- -~,l--
I simmons Liver Regulator, purely vegetable, is tn
medicine generally used in the South to arouse tn
torpid Liver to healthy action.
IT ACTS WITH EXTRAORDINARY POWER AM
EFFICACY ON THE LIVER AND KIDNEYS!
The action of the Regulator is free from nausea
gr1p1ng 1t is most effective in starting the secre
lions Of the Liver, causing the bile to catha
the Regulator is an active purge after the
and health to the whole system. 20
See that You get the Genuine in White Wrapper
by all Druggists. i0noyfV
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Important to Travellers.

QUIET HOUSEHOLD, at Pickrels.
Watches of DaHaIJc
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Good News.

" o7iono1t
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Use Dieter's ROYAL Coffee.

The New (R)
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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1881-02-12

II had missgivlns, boss" the waiter said 10
the landlord who was questioning him about
his conduct towards the tail gentleman in blue
clothes, who sat by the door. Il had my sus
piciOas when he sat down DAT he was carrying
noah whisky dan was good for I'M, but he
was putlGctIy quiet and behaved himself well
enough, an | didn't pay no attention To il
entwell he picked up baked potato and hole
it carefully over the nig glass wild his LETT
hand, and begun to hit de end of dc potato
wild his spoon. He hit it right hard three or
four times, an den he whaCk il once or twice
on de alge of de pale. an lookln' solemn rs
an owl all de time. lie Cal me up to him an
say as p1ite and dignitied as u president,
'Waitah' he say, 1 wish you would jest fix
dis billed arg for me, il you please; Use lorsc
good deal Of sleep las night an I'm a little
narvOus dis mOrnin',' he says. An know |
hadn't done ought to laugh, boss, but hope TO
die cf could help it," The landlord did not
discharge him under the circumstances.