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The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1882-09-07

Don't fail to call at Mr.. B. A. KEEL.
iy's when you want anything in tho
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1882-09-07

We have not been visited with a
circus or menagerie this year. What
has become Of thems
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1882-09-07

Y. Shidet, jeweler, At Shreveport,
repairs clocks, watches, and all
kinds Of jewelry in q first.olass man
ner, and his charges are reasonable,
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1882-09-07

Farmers do not linger long in
town these days; they have too
much business on hand at home.
The Bossier banner. [volume] (Bellevue, Bossier Parish, La.) 1859-1952, 1882-09-07

Jack Chapman, colored. recently
respited by Governor McEnery. win
be hanged at this place, between
II m. and Q p. m, Friday, Sept. %.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

The President vetoed the river and
harbor bill, but a jobbing Congress
passed the bill over the veto. With
the additions made by the Senate, the
amount of appropriations will not be
far from $20,000,000, and this amount
will have to be raised by taxation. In
our last issue Typographical error
made us put the tax caused by this
bill, if assessed equally on the people,
at too high rate. If divided equal
ly among all the men, women and
children in the land, the tax caused
by the harbor bill would be not far
from forty cents per head, and the ex-
penses of the present Republican
government, for the present fiscal
year will be equal to tax of some 81
per head on every man, woman and
child in the country. 1t is no wonder
that people do not view the action of
the present Congress with much favor.
It's principal use has been to add bur-
dens to The people.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
Wednesday,, .1Wg. 8, 1882.
Democratic State Convention.

A Democratic State Convention to nominate cam
didates for State officers, 10 select State Central
Committee and to transact such other business as
may come before the convention will be held at the
opora House, in the City of jackson, on Wednesday
the 23d day of August next, at - o'clock m.
In pursuance Of resolution passed at the last
Democratic state Convention, instruoting the COM
mittoe 20 apportion the delegates TO the several
counties according TO the total vote at the last gu
bernatorial election, making proper provision for
the representation of the counties each county
will be entitled to delegates stated in the schedule
adopted.
According TO the rule established in previous Con-
yentions delegate must be resident OF the county
he represents.
All citizens irrespective of past party differences
who can unite with in effort for pure econom-
ical and constitutional government and administra-
tive reform are invited 20 Join in sending delegates
20 this convention. o. nj. BARNES,
Chairman.
II. d. PUGH, Secretary.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
Council Proceedings.

The Common Council Of the City oil
Athena mo, in the Council Room on Mon.
day evening, Aug. 7tb, 1882, and was call
ed to order at eight o'cloc~. oy the recorder
PREsENT.-A. r. Mcdonald, A., -'0ioer'
and Aldermen Spratt, Donnclly, Gebhardi,
Hayes, Sheahy and Beck.
Journal of session held July 18th, 1882,
read and corrected as follows: The reso-
luton which reads that a water pipe be
laid from Maple street TO the corner Of Lin
coin street" be amended so as to read, chat
water pipe be laid as follows: Commence
ing at Washington avenue and running on
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

On the nights of the 9th, 10th and
18th, according to the Scientific Amer
lean, there will be displays of celes
tial fireworks that never fail in theil
exhibition. The earth then plungef
through the broad domain of an er'
ratio number of the system known as
the August mcteor-zone. This zone is
gigantic cllipsc or hoop, whose peri,
helion point is within the earth's or
bit, and whose aphclion point reaches
far beyond the orbit Of Neptune. 1t
is mysteriously associated, as Schiapa-
relli discovered, with the second comet
of 1862, or has been gradually formed
from its substance. The meteors are
NOW distributed through every portion
of the vast ring, though somewhat UNI
equally. Therefore, every year, when
about the 10th of August the earth
crosses this zone, there is shower Of
meteors, more or less abundant, ac-
cording to the destiny of the cosmical
cloud. The August meteors shoot
forth or radiate from the constellation
Perseus, which is therefore called the
radiant point, and the meteors are
called Perseides. Sometimes the
showers are very brilliant, almost riv-
aling the famous November ones. AT
ordinary times an observer may be
reasonably sure of counting several
hundreds on the nights mentioned.
These meteors are usually yellow, and
leave behind trails of luminous vapor
that often last several seconds. The
meteoric downfall may be easily ex-
planned. The earth, travelling with a
velocity Of eighteen miles a second,
plunges into a mass of cosmical atoms,
whose velocity is increased by her at
traction to thirty miles a second
The meteors impinge upon our atmos-
phere with this tremendous velocity,
become vaporized by the concession,
and leave q train of luminous vapor
behind them when they fall. This
ring of meteors is calculated to be
nearly eleven thousand million miles
in diameter and four million miles in
breadth. These are figures Of which
finite powers can have little idea
But if we cannot grasp dimensions of
such extent we may be thankful for
the capacity to enjoy the beautiful
picture the heavens afford when these
blazing stars wander in all directions
through the infinite depths. The fiery
tears of st. Lawrence is the name
given to the August meteors by the
poetry and superstition of the past,
because they fall on the anniversary
of the day made memorable by the
martyrdom of the famous saint. The
constellation Perseus rises late in the
evening, in the northeast, and may be
known by a circular row of bright
stars, making the sword of the hero.
Observers who watch for the meteors
will be rewarded for their pains if |
there be only the usual display, while
it may be that their watch will be re-
warded by a shower of golden rain
bright.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

The Voltaic Belt Co., Marshall, Mich, will send
Dr. Dyes celebrated Elcctro-Volac Belts and Elcc-
trio appliances on trial for thirty days 10 men
young or old who arc afflicted with Nervous De-
bility, Lost Vitality and Manhood, and kindred
troubles, guaranteeing speedy and complete resor-
''ou Of health and manly vigor. Address as above
w. ~. -. A.. -, - 49,. - -, =.
~, 53'y1
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

For Cholera, Cholera Morbus, DarrhoD..,
Dysentery, Cramps and Pains In the Stom-
ach, there is nothing equals Bcebe's King
of Pain. Price only 25 cents. Sold by
all druggists. 540y1.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
Democratic County Convention.

The Democratic county convention for Alpena
county, 20 elect four delegates TO the State conyen-
ton, which meets at jackson on the Esd, will be
held at the court room, in the city of Alpena, on
Saturday, Aug 10, at o'clock p. IN.
BY order of County Committee
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

Bills allowed as recommended and war
rants ordered drawn for the payment of the
same.
BILLS.
Alpena City Water CO., water from April
| to July /, 1882, at $4,000 per year, 81,
625. Referred to Committee on Ways and
Means.
PETITIONS.
j. Campbell and others, asking for tile
or box drain from Merchant to the bay, on
east side of Beebe street.
Gus. Trutz and others, asking that Alfred
street be cleared.
A. C. Teflt and others, for a sidewalk in
front of lot owned by j. G.. BeekmOn, on
State street.
Sperry Oliver and others, for sidewalk on
south side of Fourth street, from Lewis to
Dunbar street.
c. L. Kimball and others, for II inch
tile drain on southwest side of Hitchcock
street.
All of the above petitions referred to the
Committee on Streets and Sewers.
From John Buckholtz, asking that he be
allowed 5000 TO apply on contract for open
ditch on Long Lake avenue.
Moved by Alderman Beck that the prayer
of the petitioner be granted, and an order
for 5000 drawn in favor of the petitioner.
Alderman Sheahy offered an amendment,
substituting 800 for the 5000.
The amendment prevailed by vote as fol-
lows: Ayes-Spratt, Donnelly, Hayes and
Sheahy. Nays-Gebhardt and Beck.
The original motion as amended then
prevailed by similar vote.
From Kopel Greenbaum, stating that he
was assessed at $4,000, on stock of goods
not exceeding $500, and asking that part
of his tax be RENTED.
Moved by Alderman Donnelly, that upon
said Greenbaum's exhibiting his tax receipt
for the full amount of his tax, to wit: $50,
the Recorder be and is hereby instructed to
draw an order in his favor on the conting-
ent fund.- for $40. Carried unanimously.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS.
From the City Attorney, a verbal report
on claim of ID. Mcdonald for damages allcg-
ed to have resulted from overhowing his
land. On motion, the entire matter was re-
ferred to Committee OH Streets and Sewers
and City Attorney, with instructions to re-
port at next meeting.
From Chief Engineer of Fire Depart
ment, recommending payment of the follow
ing bills:
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

Also, the Aldermen for all sessions at
tended by them up to Aug. /, 1882, at $3.50
each.
Also, the following, as per Street Com
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
TO CONSUMPTIEVS.

The advertiser having been permanently cured
that dread disease, consumption by simple RENEE
dy il anxious TO make known 20 his feow-sufforers
the means of cure To all who desire it, he will send
copy of the prescription used, free of charged
with the directions for preparing and using the same
which they will find a sure cure for coughs and
colds, consumption, asthma, bronchitis, &c.
Parties wishing the prescription, will please adj
dress, Rev. y. A. WILSON, 1914 Penn. st., Will
liamsburgh, N. Y. 5i9yl
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
RESOLUTIONS.

BY Alderman Spratt, that the city Mar.
shall be and is hereby instructed to enforce
the provisions Of the State law and ordin.
ances Of this city relative to the closing Of
saloons on week day evenings and on the
Sabbath day. Adopted by vote as follows
Ayes-Spratt, Donnelly, Gebhardt, Hayes,
Sheahy and Beck. Nays-None. Carried.
BY Alderman Gebhardt, that the chair
man of the Committee on Ways and Means
countersign all orders allowed ut this meet
ing Carried unanimously.
On motion of Alderman Gebhardt, the
Council adjourned.
A. II. MCDONALD,
Recorder.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
@. w. THOMAS,
VETERINARY SURGEON.

Graduate of Ontario Veterinary College, and the
only graduate from said college in Alpena treats all
diseases of the domestic animals. Surgery carefully
performed. All orders by mail or telegraph prompt
ly attended to. Horses examined for soundness.
The finest liniments for sprans and old sores kept
on hand, also blisters for bone engagements.
Office in Alpine block, cor. OF Chisholm and Sec,
ond Sts in connection with DR. II. A. Thomas
physician and surgeon, Alpena, Mich. 56itf,
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
1t is the only Work of the Kind Complete to 1882.
The Latest, the Cheapest, the Best!

"The the Peoples Cycopea wide
it will invaluable 1t
nquier prominent
mankind
bringing within the volumes
in libraries For information
with always and
who would with the should without
Mechanic
man"New York Herald.
HENRY B. BAKER Sec. State 0 Health
THEODORE p PRUDDEN, Congregational church.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
JOHN +. HAYES,
F. ID. SPRATT,
II. NJ. DONNELLY,
Committee

Moved by Alderman Beck to lay the re-
port on the table, Ayes-Gebhardt, Sheahy
and Beck. Nays-Spratt, Donnelly and
Hayes. Tie vote. The chair voted in the
affirmative. Motion carried.
From the Committee on Fire Department,
recommending sundry changes and inn
provements on Engine House No. 2. No
action.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES.


rants ordered drawn for the payment of the
same.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES.
From the Committee on Ordinances as
follows:
Report of the Committee on Ordinances,
10 whom was referred the petitions of the
Congregational and Baptist churches:
Your committee report that the laws of
the State and the ordinances of the city, if
properly enforced, are sufficient to bring
about full and satisfactory answer to the
prayers of the said petitioners.
The committee have every reason to be-
lieve that a large number of the saloons
and places where liquors are sold, are kept
open night after night, after legal hours,
and that not q Sunday passes but they are
selling in violation of the law and ordin-
ances intending to regulate the time when
such places shall he closed, etc. And we
further believe that neither the city Mar
shall or the members of his force have made
any earnest effort to suppress these viola
tons, and that it is through their ineflicien-
cy, indifference, or personal Discrimination to
act, that il becomes necessary for a large
and respectable part Of the community,
without regard to sect, churchmanship or
calling, to come TO the front and ask that
these evils be corrected.
JOHN +. HAYES,
F. ID. SPRATT,
r. NJ. DONNELLY,
Co,,o,,;ttoo
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

Lewis street TO Fourth street, thence on
Fourth street TO Maple street" The min
utes, as thus corrected, were approved.
COMMUNICATIONS.
Gomnfrolla recommending, novn,ont az
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
BILLS.

Alpena City Water CO., water from April
l to July /, 1882, at $4,000 per year, ST.
625. Referred to Committee on Ways and
Means.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09

Bills allowed as recommended and war
rants ordered drawn for the payment of the
same.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1882-08-09
missioner's report

Willoughby days work, 81 30, less shovel
and file, 81 90, o
Bills allowed as recommended and wal
rants ordered drawn for the payment of tn
same.
The Hawaiian gazette. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1865-1918, 1882-05-31

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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1882-02-03
Swindlers.
ANOTHER sWINDLE AT THE CAPITOL

ANO1HEh oNlNDlE Al LIE IAfllOl4.
WASHINGTON, JAN. 31.-A systematic
course of swindling was brought to light
yesterday afternoon at the capitol by
the statement of tourist from Chicago,
who complained that he had been COM
PEELED to pay So as an admission fee ia
to the building. He was approaching
the fish pond on the west side of the
building, when he was approached by
well-dressed young man, who stated
that the capitol was closed except to
those who had annual passes. AS he
was not the possessor of such docu-
ment he asked his new acquaintance
where ne could procure one. He was
informed by the young man that he
had such paper but it was against the
rule for him to transfer it to any one
else. The Chicagoan, after considera-
BILE persuasion, induced him to loan his
pass for So and under condition that it
should be returned within two hours.
With the supposed pass in his hand,
he and his wife entered TIE building
and approached policeman, to whom
they exhibited white envelope con-
tanning the necessary papers. Upon
opening the envelope, it was found to
contain a blank piece of paper, and af-
ter explanation on both sides, the swim
die was exposed Of course the ac-
commodating young man could not be
found, and the tourists were compelled
to grin and bear it.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1882-02-03
Dickens and the Queen

Apropos of the silly rumor that the
Queen had commanded a dramatic
performance at Windsor, story went
round the country papers to the effect
that when Dickens and his friends were
requested to act THE Frozen Deep
at the Castle, he declined, because he
found that the ladies of his family
could not be received as guests by the
Queen on the occasion OF the perform
ance. The real truth was, when Sir
Charles Phipps wrote to intimate the
Queens earnest desire TO witness a per-
formance of the piece, Dickens con-
suited with all of his company before
sending an answer, and they unani-
mously agreed with the view which he
had taken from the first be-that the
invitation should be declined, and there
were many excellent reasons to Justly
this course. 1t was in answer TO a sec
snd letter from Sir Charles Phipps that
Dickens suggested that, although he
and his friends could not see their way
to go to Windsor, yet there could be no
reason why the Queen should not at
tend special performance in London.
The hint was eagerly AIKEN, and the
performance was gwen at the Gallery
of Illustrations. 1t was successful In
every way, and Dickens afterward de-
clared that they never had better au-
dienee. for Prince Albert wept bitterly,
and the Queen aad King Leopold sob
bed themselves speeches. After the
play a message Was sent behind" re-
ouesting that Dickeos and Wilkie Col
ms would wait upon her Majesty.
However, they declined to come forth
in their costumes, but the next day
they both received letters expressing
the qualification of the royal party at
the play and its performance, with a
request that a copy Of the play might
be sent to Windsor: so it was written
out on gilt edge paper, bound in scar
let morocco, and forwarded to the cas-
tie, where. no doubt, it Is still to be
found in the Ebrsry.-L0DdoB Truth.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1882-02-03


The waiter told the newcomer there
was no room at present. Sowing onr
absent-minded friend comfortably seat
ed and reading the newspaper. = br;].
liant idea struck the hungry man.
"Has Mr.. A. dined yet?s he cues
toned.
NO, sir. replied the waiter.
"Well, never mind, take him his
bill and tell him he has had his din
ner."
The waiter hesitated a moment, and
then appreciating the situation went
over to Mr.. A. snd handed him biz
bill.
What is this for - quoth the pool
! fellow.
For Your dinner. sir"
My dinner-ahl Have really had
''Yes, sill" rejoiued the waiter, in al
/ innocence.
Dear me. l had an idea was wait.
ing for it. What Il curious mistake
/ And with contemplative smile Mr.
4. sauutered out of the room, leayins
his table for the benefit of the geniu,
who had prohtei by his absent-minded
ness.