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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
A BIOODLE>S DUEL.
Two Virginians Settle a Difficulty AT.
ter Exchanging Compliments of Pistols.
CHRIsrIANsBuRG. Va, July 2

CHRIsTIANsBURG, Va, July 25.
Capt. John S. Wise, readjuster candidate
for Congressman-at-large. and John s
Crockett, commonwealth attorney of Wythe
county, came here on the early train this
morning and fought a duel near here with
pistols. The first round both fired without
effect At the second round Crockett's pistol
exploded prematurely. After reloadiny the
weapon the combatants came to time for the
second round. which resulted in Wise's pis-
tol missing FIRE and Crockett's fire beng
again harmless. Crockett, who was the
challenging party, expressed himself salts
fed and the fight terminated. No arrests
vet
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
The Tariff Commission.

Lone BRANCH, July 25.
The tariff commission discussed during its
executive session this morning, the question
rs to whether oaths should be administered
TO witnesses. The matter was referred back
to the committee on business. Alexander
Jones Of Philadelphia, representative OF
chemical interests, is to have N hearing at the
afternoon session, and French, assistant sec
rotary of the treasury, is to appear to-
morrow.
Alexander Jones of Philadelphia. repre-
senting manufacturing chemists association
Of the United States, addressed the tariff
commission today. He claimed that the
manufacture Of chemicals we're as much en-
titled to a fair share Of the accepted policy
Il the government As all other manufac
turers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
WATERFOWL Cattle Market.
WATERFOWL, Mass, July

WATERFOWL, Mass, July 25.
BEEF CATTLE-Receipts go; cattle in demand
fair trade medium grades. Sales choice at 10 75al
90; extra at rs sl0 50; first quality at 5O9y so
second AT 6 IS as o.; third at 90 q S SO.
STORE CATTTE-working oxen per pair at 1909
275; mich cows and calves at 20d4s; farrow cows at
1894; fancy cows, 5Oe75 yearling 1Osl5 two years
1918; three years 3Oa4S;
SwINE-Reeeipis 1905. Western fat, live, sSa9s
Northern dressed hogs al 10i liz.
SHEEP AND LAMBS - Receipts 526i heads. West
ern lambs in full supply. fine Ones, sell at Sic.
Sales Of sheep in lots at 25oa4 rs each;
extra 90 IS or 3a5sc; spring lambs 5ia7i; veal
calves 3a6I.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Al7.Year Old Iucendiary.

BANGOR, July %.
The Wing and Courier learns Of a fire al
Burnham last night. by which Howe, fletcher
& Wilcox's lumber storehouse, s5x40 feet,
and full of dressed heading, slaves and
shingles, was entirely destroyed with the con
tents. Loss between 1000 and 5000.
Frank Dorman. youth of IL, living at Pitts.
field, was arrested, today, and has made a
confession of having set the fire.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
New York Stock Market.
Chicago Prod uce Market.
CHICAGO, July 25,

CHICAGO. July 25.
FLOUR-quiet.
WHEAT lower; No. Chicago Spring. 20
cash; June 80; July ! &c a &c ; Sept. 99i
Aug. Q9a.
CORN active at "a cash bid; 77s IA July
Aug 76i.
OATS - lower SOL cash; SAG July; Aug. 2ss
Sept ISL.
kYE-lower; e.
Enthusiastically S3.
PORK at 81 Is for cash and 81 20 for July
81 10 for Aug.
LARD at II 20! for cash; u 80 s 12 32a Aug.
II so July.
Short clear. IL IS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
PERSONAL: ITO Men Only.

The VoLTAIc BELT Co.. Marshall, Mich,
will send DIR. DYES CELEBRATED ELECTRO
VOLTAIC BELTS AND ELECTRIC APPLIANCES
on trial for thirty days to men young or old
Who are afflicted with Nervous Debility, Los,
Vitality and Manhood, and kindred troubles,
guaranteeing speedy and complete restoration
Of health and manly vigor. Address as above.
n. B.-No risk is incurred, as thirty DAYS
trial is allowed Oct27d+v1y
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
The Secret Ont At Last.

1t has long been q source of wonder, a. e
why Courtney failed to meet Hanlan in ,
sculling contest. The general explanatory
argument was, that he feared the little Cana.
dian. This opinion. however, is exploded by
the authentic announcement, that on the da y,
liked for the race, Courtney was unable 20
sit in his shell, on account Of the intense itch.
ing and soreness caused by the Piles. Hav-
ing recovered through the use Of Swaype's
Ointment he now announces that he viii row
Hanlan any time this Summer.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
ToNsKo, Western Siberia. Jul,

ToNsxo, Western Siberia, July "a.
A steamer will start for ST. Petersburg. to-
With Engineer Melville and two
sailors of the Jeanette. Lieut.. Berry, Mr.
Glider and another officer of the burned
steamer Rodgers will return from Irkutsh to
Lena Delta, in order to follow during the
winter the coast as far as Arontir. in Euro
pean Russia, thereby completing Engineer
Melville's search to Olensk.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Death Of "Aunt Sawyer"

ROCKLAND, July %.
"Aunt Sawyer" compounder of the famous
"Mrs. Sawyer's Salve," died in Rockland,
Monday night, of dropsy. She was born in
Freeport in 1903, removed to Rockland and
was one of the original founders of the Bap-
tist church of Rockland, of which she has
ton, and was universally respected for her
kind and generous deeds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Death of an Old Citizen.

BANGOR, July %.
Ebenezer Fox died in Bangor, Tuesday
morning, very suddenly, of heart disease,
aged ~ years. He has been Inspector, Dep
uty Collector and Collector of Bangor for
many years, and was highly respected and
extensively known.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

After spending months at watering places
and consulting the best physicians without
benefit, returned home dishesrtened and ex-
pected to die. A friend urged a trial of
Parker's Ginger Tonic. Three bottles and
careful diet have brought me excellent health
and spirits. and hope my experience may
benefit similar sufferers. Cincinnati lady
See other column. july4eod. &wlm2p
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

PORTLAND. July 25.
The Cumberland county republican con-
ven,ion met in Portland, today, with II. d.
Burgess of Portland. chairman. The follow
ing nominations were made:
Senators-charles Mclaughlin, Portland
Stephen J. Young, Brunswick; Albert F.
Nntting, Otisfeld; Tobias Lord, Jr-, Stan
dish.
Register of Deeds-Leander Z. Cram,
Baldwin.
Sheriff-Benjamin True, Pownal.
County Attorney-Gordon W. Coombs OF
Portland.
Clerk of Courts-A. A. bennett, Portland.
County Treas. NJ. Webb, Westbrook.
County Commissioners--A.S Prince, Cum
berland; Henry Nutter, Cape Elizabeth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Brunswick Catholics at Lake MarauO.
cook.
LAKE MARANoCooK, July

LAKE MARANoCooK, July %.
The French and Irish Catholics of Bruins
wick 600 strong, were at Maranocook, Tues
day. Among other sports there was a boat
tested as follows: Eurekas, Pine Trees and
Drigos. The former won in minutes and
80 seconds: Pine Trees second, and Dirigos
close behind.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
What Physicians Say.

SAN LEANDRO, Cal, Jan. 6, 1877.
DIR. r. V. Pierce, Buffalo. N. Y: Dear
Sir-I have employed your Pleasant Pur-
gative Pellets" in my practice for the last
four years. l now use no other Alternative or
cathartic medicines in all chronic derange-
ments of the stomach, liver, and bowels.
know Of nothing that equals them.
j. A. MILLER, NJ. ID.
july25d&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

1t is no Wonder that invalids lose faith in
all specifics, when so many worthless medi
cines are advertised for the cure of various
diseases, but which, when tried, are found
wanting" We have yet to learn, however.
of the first failure of DIR. WIsTAR's BALsAM
OF WILD CHERRY to cure coughs colds, and
pulmonary disease. july25eod&xlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Mystic Park Races.

BosToN, July %.
The July meeting at Mystic Park began TO-
day. with two races. Seelda won the so
race in three straight heats. Best time 2 1874.
The 2 PC race was won BY Gipsey, who took
the second. fourth and fifth heats. Best time
2.244.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
The LAW OF kindneaa

Is universal; 1t affects all the human family,
all animals, and may be even found in patent
medicines. Some are drastic, and the patient
is obliged to suffer pains worse than the
disease; but in eases of obstinate constipa-
ton, dyspepsia, there is no remedy so kind,
so gentle in its effects, and yet satisfactory,
as BURpoCK BLOOD BIrrERs. Price 81. 90.
july25t&wlw2p
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

Geo. Dodge, Sr.. a well-known citizen of
Emporium, writes that one of his men (Sam
Lewis whilst working in the woods so severe
ly sprained his ankle that he could scarcely
get home, but after one or two applications of
THOMAS EcLECTRIo On, he was able to go
to work next day. july25+&wlw2p
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

The Grand Central Hotel. 667 Broadway,
New York city, has the finest rooms, elegant
ly furnished, of any hotel in that city, and is
fast becoming very popular with the travel
ing public. Make a note of these facts and
when you visit New York don't forget to give
them call. Only So 90 and So. so day for
Board and Room. 200 Rooms on European
plan at LOO and upwards per day, also a
good restaurant attached.
iulyo1eodS vlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
FORTY-SEVENTH CONGRESS-.
SENATE.

WASHINGTON, July %.
The Senate INDUCED in an hours debate
without action. upon printing the report OF
the 10th census, when the conference report
on the river and harbor bill was presented
and adopted.
AT 100 the revenue bill was proceeded
with.
The consideration of the revenue bill was
resumed. the question being upon Mr.. Hale's
amendment to the sugar duty section to strike
out the requirements for government tests oil
the saccharine strength of sugars in deter
mining duties. Agreed to.
Mr.. Harris moved to substitute for the sec
ton provision of 10 per cent on all imports
after January /, 1884.
Messrs. Hoar and Vance both spoke al
considerable length. Mr.. Vance commended
in the course of his remarks. that Massachu
sets manufacturers had enriched themselves
by protective duties as the expense of the
rest of the country, and while insisting that
tariff is essential to the maintenance oi
wages did not hesitate to employ cheap for.
eign labor when available.
Mr.. Hoar suggested if there was any
ground for complaint the South ought to ap-
ply the remedy by engaging in the manufac
ture of her raw products at home. Without
action on the amendment the Senate adjourn
ed till tomorrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Fishery News.


ST. JOHN, n. F., July 25.
Royal mail steamer Plover arrived at Tilt
Cove yesterday from Labrador. She reports
fishery unfavorable, and the coast from
Turnovick blocked with ice. Two fishermen
named Higgins and Sparkes were drowned
at Battle Harbor the 10th by sea breaking
over their boat One of their bodies have
been found
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Cushnoc Gun Club vs.. the AndroscOggin
Gun Club.

LEWISTON, July %.
The Cushnoc Club of Augusta. and the
Androscoggin Club of Lewiston, shot a match
today, which was won by the Androscoggins-
won by J. f. Badger of Augusta, by clean
score of 10. The prize for the nineteens was
taken by Pettengll of Auburn, by a clean
score of 20.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
FOREIGN NEWS.


LONDON, July %.
In the House of Lords this afternoon
motion to charge the expense of sending In
dian troops to Egypt on Indian revenue was
agreed to-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
HOUSE,.

Mr.. Miller of Pennsylvania, responded t.
the attack made upon him by Mr. Butler Of
South Carolina, in the Senate few day
ago.
The Speaker announ ced the regular order
of business to be the further consideration oil
the bill allowing drawback upon imported
material used in connection with domestic
materials in the construction of steam and
sailing vessels for foreign account, and the
pending question to be on the motion of Mr..
Kelley of Pennsylvania, to reconmit the bill
to the committee of ways and means.
The motion to recommit was agreed to.
Mr.. Page presented and explained the con-
ference report on the river and harbor ap-
preparation bill. The question required on
agreeing to the report, and the House so to
81 refused to agree.
Mr.. Strait moved to recommit, and Mr.
Cox moved to lay that motion on the table
pending which motion for adjournment wa:
carried.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

When you feel out of sorts, have the blues
melancholy, ETC., it must be indigestion that
ais you. Browns Iron Bilters cures it.
july 25+&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
An Internal Contrivance.

MADRID, July %.
A small box sent from Granada, for Sa-
gasta. prime minister, on being cautiously
opened was found to contain nisro-glycerine
Several persous have been arrested on sus-
p3e3oa Of being connected with sending il.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

DIR. Kline's Great Nerve Restorer is the
marvel of the age for all Nerve Diseases.
All fits stopped free. Send to 93l Arch ST.,
Philadelphia, Pa. may24+&wlv
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

At Chicago-Chicago 2, Cleveland 9.
At Troy-Troy IL, Boston 9.
At Observation-Disclosures 10, Worces-
ter &
At Deroit-Detrois Z, Buffalo 5.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

Do not fail to try Wheat Bitters, Malaria
is not found where it is used and Dyspepsis
is not heard off. "Fact try it
july25eod&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

The public lacks not genuine remedy fol-
skin diseases in Glenn's Sulphur Soap.
"Hilfs Hair Dye" black or brown, fifty
cts.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Decline of Man.

Nervous Weakness, Dyspepsia, Impotence
Sexual Debility, cured by "Wells' Health
Remover" 81.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

Flies, reaches, ants. bed-bugs, rats. mice,
gophers. chipmunks, cleared out by Rough
on Rats" l5c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Kidney Disease.

Pain, Irritation, Retention, Incontinence
Deposits, Grave, sc cured by "Buchupaiba. >
eI
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A Peerless Perfume.

The refreshing aroma of Floreston Cologne,
and its lasting fragrance makes it peerless
perfume for the toilet. julv4eodt&wlm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Special Weather Bulletin.
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL
New York Money! Market.


NEW YORK. July IS.
Money loaned between from 3! to q and closed at
Prime Mercaneile paper, 4 a 81. Exchange steady
ssh for long, and Ssh tor short Governments higher
State bonds dull. Railroad strong.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
FROM WASHINGTON.
Cabinet Meeting.

WASHINGTON, July 20.
The cabinet met today attended bv all ex-
cept Secretary Lincoln. Attorney General
Brewster returned here this morning. The
principal topic of discussion was his opinion
on political assessments. The opinion was
accompanied bv letter from Secretary Fol
ger, his expressing his views on the subject.
The subject was generally discussed. ~.
The President expressed his views freely
and fully. They were in substance that no
person in any of the executive departments
declining to contribute shall, on that ac-
count, be subjected to a discharge or criti-
cism, and no attempt to injure him, on this
ground, will be eountenanced or tolerated.
Committee on Ways aud Means.
The committee on ways and means today
heard argument on representative Dingley
in advocacy of the passage introduced
by him yesterday, which proposes to fix the
duty on Canadian hay at 90 per cent. adj
valorem.
Blaine Diplomatic Inquiry.
Ex-Secretary Blaine has sent the House
committee on foreign affairs long letter in
reply to a supplementary statement made to
that committee by Robert f. Randall with
reference to diplomatic relations between
the United States and the governments of
Chill and Peru.
The President Signs a Bill.
The President has signed the pension ap-
pr opriatiOn bill.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

War Dept, Office Chief Signal Officer.
Washington, II. c.. July 26.-l A. NJ.
For the New England and Middie States
warmer fair weather; winds mostly south
westerly; stationary or lower pressure.
Special Weather Bulletin.
Warmer. fair weather is indicated for to-
day in New England.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
SDeci0I Advertisements.

Small advertisements, not exceeding three lines
coming under the head of WANTED, For SALE
To LET, LOST, &C., ariU be inserted here one TIM
for 25 cents. three times for 40 cents, and ceek
for 90 cents.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26
Coolie. for America.
WEATHER REPORT.

I.siea.,o.. for the Mex. - Hour
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BY TELEGRAPH.
Associated Press kilograms to the Daily
Kennebec JOurnsl.l
MAINE DISPATCHES.
CUMBERLAND REPUBLICANS.

Lis, of Nominations for County Offices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

INOR SALE. Two houses State S.. One of
- them occupied as laundry, and one on Grove
St. Apply to Miss E. T. Bartlett J. W. Patter
son. nOv16tf
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of cotton. and in the fiscal year 1881. we
exported .l9l.07s,772 pounds. In the
fiscal year 1859 we exported 5000. 0l6
bushels of wheat, and in the fiscal year
1881 we exported $50. 565.477 bushels
In the fiscal year 1859 we exported LIS,
99S bushels of corn. and in the fiscal year
1881 We exported 9l.9os. IFS bushels.
Our foreign trade under protection has
been healthy. The total. including net inn
ports and net exports OF merchandise and
specie has increased from 500. 99S, 74S in
1866. to $l,50s. lS9. l76 in 1881. From
this trade resulted balance in our favor
which enabled us to resume specie pay.
ments in 1879 and maintain them in spite
of the opposition and croaking of the
democratic opposition.
Under a protective tariff railroads have
increased wonderfully. In 1861 we hat
but 81. 635 miles of railroad. at the Gloss
of 1881 we had 100000 miles. At the
same time the cost of transportation b,
railroads has been very much lessened
Through the same favoring influence
manufactures have grown immensely
both in numbers and variety, making vi
moro Independent OF foreign countries
and building up villages and cities viii
home markets for agricultural product.
shat have been Of great advantage 3
1Armers in their neighborhood.
In the twenty years from 1861 to 1850
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1882-07-26

lNOR SALE OR TO LET. desirable house,
II Ger trally located; has bath -room hot and cold
water. Apply to S. L. TITCOMB
june l6. Irwin
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Mr.. Blaine's Statement in Reply
to Mr.. Randall.

We print MIR. Blaine's reply to Mr.. Ram
dali in full on our first page. The Foreign
Affairs committee has voted unanimous
" to receive 1t.
The National tribune. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1877-1917, 1882-01-28
A FEW VERBAL ERRORS,

The following examples of the more common
errors in the use of words are taken from The
TerboIist, by Mr.. Alfred Ayres:
Accord, for give; as, the information was
accorded him"
Aggravate, for irritate; to aggravate is to make
worse
Allude to, for refer to or mention.
AS, for that; mot as I know" for mot that I
know"
Avocation, for vocation; a mans vocation is
his business; avocatiOns are things that employ
him incidentally.
Balance, for rest or remainder
Character, for reputation; one may have good
reputation, but bad character, and the two
words should never be COMPOUNDED.
Dangerous for in danger; a sick man is some
times most absurdly said to be dangerous, when
it is only meant that the poor fellow is himself
in danger-a very different thing.
Demean for debase, disgrace. or humble To
demean ones self is merely to behave ones self,
whether well or i'll.
Dirt for earth or loarl
Donate, for give.
Execute for hang, as applied to the criminal
1t is the sentence, not the man, that is executed
'AAOANSOA-AO;
be healthy, but when you pick an onion there is
no more healthiness or unhealthiness to that,
although it may or may not be wholesome as an
article of food
lily, for ILL.,
Inaugurate, for begin
Kids, for kid gloves.
Learn, for teach.
Liable, for likely or apt.
Loan, for lend.
Pants, for pantaloOns or better still trowsers.
Partake, for eat.
Plenty as an adjective, where plentiful is meant.
Real, for very; as real nice" real pretty"
Reside, for live; residence, for house
Retire, for 90 to bed.
Seldom Or ever, for seldom if ever or seldom
or never.
Some, for somewhat; "she is some better to-
day"
Stop, for stay; "where are you stopping?"
This is one of the vilest of Criticisms
Summons the noun, for summons the verb
Those kind of apples, for that kind.
Transpire for occur.
Vulgar, for immOdest or indecent.
Without, for unless.
The National tribune. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1877-1917, 1882-01-28
THE WARLIKE DRUMMER BOYS.
JOHN PARK, Mayol

In the "Recollections of Drummer Boy" in
ST. Nicholas, occurs the following passage
"Here they come, boys! Well have to 90 in
at them on a charge, l guess" Creeping close
around the corner of the log house, can see the
long lines of gray sweeping up in fine style over
the fields, but | feel the cOlonels hand on nv
shoulder.
Keep back, my boy. No use exposing your
self in that way"
Now, there is the most natural bit of army
narrative that has appeared in a II the marvellous
army stories that have gone into print That
thrilling spectacle of the colonel holding back
the drummer boy! That would be splendid
thing to tell at G. A. R. campfire. Old SOL
diers will remember that it took about all the
colonel's time, during fight to hold back the
rash, impetuous, charging drummers Ere
quently it happened that the regiment had to
be left in command of sergeant, while the line
and field officers struggled with the band, to keep
it from charging the enemys lines before the ar
rival of reinforcements. However it's mighty
poor drummer who can't remember great deal
more than he ever saw.-Burlington Hamkeye.