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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

}BNNOR'S ALMANACE, Pocket Diaries
of all sizes, Shhkssesrisn srd Sacred CAL
endsrs and full stock Ct stsp.e stationery st
low prices.
dec3t ROBERT BILLS SONS.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

RI AK BRUSHES, Uombi, Cologne Bottles,
A-A l:rsa assortment Flne roile. Soaps,
Chsrucis Skins ealian aud other CologDes
Coigste's Violet Water ard fu / stock of Toi-
let Goods just received By
det2i X. 8 LEADBEATEIs g. BRO
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

TNHE STANDARD LETTER COPYING
Il BOOKS. made of the beat paper and bound
in duck 10 resist water. The best Copying
Books made.
ianA ROBERT BELLS SONS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25
AUCTIDH SAIIEa.
.PU .BLTC SALE
OF TIE
" ASIiINGTON kOEIiOR I.

Under authority Of decree CT the Circuit
Court Of Rich nond city, rendered April %, 1850,
IN iho suit Of Henry Levi; ct ais W. tbs W. s
y. Is. +. Company ct al:.. sad afi,net oy tna
Cours OF Appeals Of Virainia 8. It's Ssptsm5e,
term, 1851. ths undersigned, special Coumia.
sionoss, VIII 81 J. D CLOCK u on thu
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

1ANNBY'S CELEBRATED CalLBLaIN
II LINlMENT,an ipfallibls cure for ficsted
feet. Price IS, psr bottle. Prepared Only by
JAGNHY & CO., Urusais,s,
jsn7 n os. 70 and 1;2 King 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

ALOOpS For TIE SEASON.-Jus. re.
~ ceived at So King corner of Royal strae,s,
Pisted Nut Cracss end Nut Picks. Plated Sets
Rnifs, Fork aud Spoo1, Ivory Handle Cheese
Soups. Pearl Handle Pocket Cutlery, Fine
Quality Scissors in Sets and other nice goods a:
luW prices. Cal aud examine.
doc2l j. r. CREIGHTON O. SnN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

SGn LBS BRIGHT SLICgD DRIED
wv APPLES just received; also Dried
lne''es and Peaches for sale by
lsr.i + c. MILBIIRN
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

HNHE PERFECT MUCiLAGk BOTTLk-
L WIN not spill, waste or dry aud is lhe only
way to use mucsge with econt my s,d Eea;-
ness Filled with The bes. h uCilase. Only 2:c.
isL3 hOBERr BELLS SONS
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

IL BANDOLINR POWDER. The contents
OF each package will mako half q pint of elegant
and fragrant Bsndoline. Price 10 cents per
package; msiled to any address on receipt OF II
cent?. (octlS] JSNNEY 8 CO.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

VIYAKNER'S SAFE KIDNEY AID LIVER
w CURE 60 highly recommended for oil
complaint, of the above orRsus. ter ssis IL ally
ausnti,ies to sui. purchasers.
JANNEY SEQ,
isn1 Druggists 70 aud l52 King n.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

EINR VELVET, PLUSH AND SATIN
Il FRAMES at
TENNESSoN & cos,
isnl8 1,1 King ttre-f.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

ANNED LIMA BEANS, Extra Early
- Pess and Marrow Fat Peas, received to-
day by ri.nlS1 J.O. MILBUKN.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1882-01-25

- Vasehnn Co!d Cream. Kcse Lip Sslve, Gam
pho. Ice, Parma Cologne, Lubin's Extracts,
FiavoTng Extrac!s, Fine Toilet Soaps. &C.. for
sale by
deco rs. LEkDRXATEH RIO.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
The Wisdom Of Solomon
EclspSed.
From the North China Daily News.

From the North China Daily News.
A curious decision is reported as
having been given by "a Chinese man
DARN the other day. A Chinese who
had been drinking in a tea house
pulled out q dollar to pay the bill.
This was Immediately claimed by
an Indian, who was there too, and
who accused the Chinaman Of hav-
ing stolen it from him On the mat
ter being referred to the magistrate
"a second claimant appeared in the
form of a japanese but neither
could make good his case. After pro-
found deliberation the magistrate
came to the conclusion that there
was not the slightest evidence to
prove that the dollar belonged to
either the Japanese or the Hind0o;
he decided, therefore, that it should
lie cevded equally between them,
aud the Chinaman discharged from
custody.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Now SUFFERING from wounds or disease Of
an kind caused by military service are
entitled 10 Pension Widows, minor
children dependent mothers or fathers of
so diers who died from the effects of their
service are also entitled Many invalid
pensioners are entitled TO al increase.
Careful assistance given ia Delay ed or
Rejected Claims, as many caI be allowed
with but little more evid nee Complete
instructions with references s,nt on appli.
cation. CHAS b GEO A. KING. At
torney-at-Law, 9l6 F ST., Washington,
D. G. (iyl.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

4 MIRACLE IN OIL CITY DOC
TORS NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
AND THE PEOPLE WILD WITH Elk
CITEMENT.-From the Oil City Der
rick, July 21st, 1S81.-Miss Maggie
Martin, Of this city, has been i'll and
confined to her house for several
years Our best physicians failed to
give her relief. She took Peruna
and, to the establishment of all VINO
knew her, she il now up and about
again Mr.. Simmons,t the Druggists,
sold 1S4 bottles last week. He buys
in gross lots Mr.. Cowell, too, sells
it. Ask your Druggist tor DR..
Hartman IS book-"Ills Of Lifen
(aratis), or address DR.. H., at Os-
born, o., for one.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

HARVARD CoLLEGE.-At re-
cent meeting of the overSeeers OF
Harvard College, a discussion was
held upon a resolution which had
been before the board for several
weeks, that in the opinion of this
board, the statutes making atten-
dance on morning prayers and other
religious exercises compulsory
should b. repealed. The board, by
a strong vote, refused to adopt the
resolution But Mr.. George Shffer,
lately from Nartinshu Oh, Blair Co.,
Pa, who had a CancerOus growth
on his nose, and who was advised
the use of Permn before a visit to a
Cancer Hospital, was allowed TO
take that par excellent remedy, and
it's use for a very short time, was
cured completely-plge "A in the
ellis of Life"-get one from your
Druggist.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

A VARIED PERFORMANCE
Many wonder how Parker's Ginger
Tonic can perform such varied cur
es, thinking it essence of ginger,
when in fact it is made from many
valuable medicines which act bene-
Totally on every diseased organ.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

WELL AS EvER.-Lottie Howard
writes rom Buffalo, N. Y, My
system became greatly deblitated
through arduous professional duties.
Suffered from nausea. sick headache
and biiousness. Tried Burdock
Blood Bitters with the most benef-
cial effect. Am well as ever" For
sale by E. G. Williams q Bro, drug
gistS.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

They say "a word to the wise is suf
icient," but we think it takes about
five, Use DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup"
You can get this article in any drug
store for twenty-five cents. Physi-
clans recommend it.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

81 move" SAID a delegate in q
Virginia convention, THAT our
chairman take dose of Dr. Bulls
Cough Syrup, be is so hoarse that |
cannot understand him That
gentleman had no doubt tried this
wonderful medicine.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
Sixty eel Under the Sea.


81 was once diver-Dot wreck
er, but pearl Overland hard bust
ness it Was,'' recently observed the
captain OF Spanish brig to repor-
ter of the California Times. I'VE
worked off the Mexican and Pana
ma coasts, principally on the Pacific
side. Sometimes we worked alone,
but generally on shares, and some
times for pay. We went to the
grounds in small sailing vessels,
then we took to the small boats and
covered as much ground as possible.
Each man had basket, % weight,
and knife. For sharks !? Yes !;
but it is poor defense, Tor IT is al
most impossible to swing the arm
with any force under the water
The best weapon is a short spear.
When you reach the ground you
strip, put your feet in a big sinker,
take the basket that has rope for
hosting, drop over, and soon find
yourself at the bottom. Then your
business is to knock Of as many oys-
ters as you can, and pile them into
the basket before you loose your
wind. 1t is a terrible strain, but |
could stand it in those days for six
minutes, and | have known some
men who could stay down ten; but
it is sure death in the long run. If
the ground is well stocked you can
get twenty or more shells, but it is.
all luck. When he basket is full it
is hauled up, and after you come up
for your wind down you 20 again,
the sinker being hauled up with a
small cord for that purpose. 1t was
on one of these trips that | ran afoul
of the animal that gave me lasting
fight. You viii smile when | say it
was only star fish, but that it real
ly was. went down sixty feet
with a rush, and, landing on the
edge of big branch of coral. swung
off INTO kind Of basin The basket
went aheag Of me, and, as | swung
off to reach the bottom, something
seemed to spring up all around me,
and | was iu the arms of some kind
of a monster that cooled about my
body, arms and legs | tried ~
scream, forgetting that | was in the
water, and lost my wind 1t was
just as if the plant had sprOutpd un~
der me and then threw its vines and
Of them, coiling and
writhing, and | thought had land
ed in a nest Of sea snakes | gave
the signal as soon as | could, and
made "a brake upward, part of the
creature chuging to me, while the
rest | cOull see, was dropping 10
pieces. They hauled me into the
boat, when ! reached the surface,
and pulled the main part of the ami
nal from me 1t was oval, about
three feet across, and the five arms
seemed to divide into thousands of
Others. propd5ly landed on top of
that one, which at that time was the
largest | had ever seen. | afterward
saw the body o one that was wash
ed ashore on the isthmus that must
have had a spread OF thirty-fve feet.
Their power of graspiug is consider
able, but touch them in certain
way and they throw off their arms
in a regular shower, and are soon
reduced to an oval body"
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Not long ago an Irishmau applied
to an Overseer in Tyne ship-yard
to be put on a job He was inform
ed that his request could not be com
piled with; but as he continued to
gaze at an anchor which was lying
in the vicinity, the foreman repeat
ed his reply that there was no work
for him, and advised him to go
away. "Divil bit will | stir. sOrr,
till see the man that's going to use
that pick"
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

SIGH NO MORE, LADIES l''-for
DR.. Pierce's" Favorite Prescription "
is prompt and certain remedy for
the painful disorders peculiar to
your sex. Sold 10y all druggists.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

lis swinging b alLhy p asks a
West Side young lady. 1t is, under
certain circumstances. But if the
gate hinge breaks, the pastime is not
only unhealthy but dangerous. We
are always glad TO extend to the
young aud inexperienced the knowl-
edge attained by years of experience.
Chicago Tribune.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

The Methodists this year are in
luck-poitically, at any rate. Gov
errors elect Cleveland of New York
and Pattison of Pennsylvania, are
both sons of Methodist ministers.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

SATISFACTION FOR Ten In our
family OF ten for over two years
Parker's Ginger Tonic has cured
headache, malaria and other COM
plants so satisfactorily that we are
in excellent health and no expense
for doctors or other medicines.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
Catarrh of the Bladder.

Singing, smarting. irritation OF
the urinary passages, di%sed dis
charges, cured ny Buchupabia. 81,
at druggists w. VI. Depot.
LAUGHLIN BROS &c co.
Wheeling. w. V
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

A number of Alabama girls, who
are probably very young, are having
the initials of their sweethearts'
names tattoOed in monogram on the
palms of their left hands-the hands
nearest the heart.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
~ Fake Notice ladies.

Cousins SHOES are excellent in
quality, beautiful in style and fit, and
VERY MUCH cheaper than other goods
of similar styie and quality Every
lady who wants NICE shoe should try
them. Sold only by GET NIGER 4
HOkE who warrant full every pair
they sell. nov25
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Ladies, if you would be forever re-
deemed from the physical disabilities
that, in thousands of cases, depress
the spirits and absolutely fetter all
the energies OF womanhood, you
have only to get Lydia L. Pinkham's
Vegetable Compound.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

SOURCES OF PROFIT. There are
many sources OF profit TO those who
are ingenious and enterprising. Bur-
dock Blood Bitter5 are "A source Of
profit in every way, They build up
the health surely, speedily, and eff
fectually, which is saying a great
deal. For sale 10y L. G. Williams d
Bro, druggists.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Said Mr.. Moriarity, in explana-
ton of his battered appearance :
"You see the horse | was driving
was a mule" And Mr.. Finnegan
replied: you need say no more,
Dennis.n
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

FIRST CLASS INsURANCE.-In-
sure with Thomas Eclectric OIL. 1t
is the cheapest and best method of
insurance we know of. BY its use
you are sure to escape many grew
Gus aches and pains. Policies are
obtainable at E. G.. Williams Il
Bro. s drug store in the form of bot
Ties at so cents and 81 each.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

BEATS THE WORLD.-This is
what Ii. g. Hoberman, a druggist of
Marion, Ohio, says: Thomas Ec-
lectric Oil beats the world. Sold
nine bottles yesterday and to-day.
One man cured of sore throat of
eight years standing. Is splendid
for rheumatism. For sale by E. C..
Williams q Bro, druggists.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

WOMAN AND HER DISEAsEs-is
the title of IA large illustrated trea-
tise, by DR.. r. V Pierce, Buffalo,
n Y, sent to any address for three
stamps. 1t teaches successful self
treatment.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Somebody has discovered that the
correct pronunciation of the word
Khedive is 'Kedowa." They might
as we'll tell us that the proper way
10 pronounce beehive is "behOwa. "
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

A FATAL MIsTAKE-would be
not to take Dr. II. V. Pierce's
"Golden Medical Discovery" if you
are bilious, suffering from impure
blood, or fearing consumption (scrof-
ulous disease OF the lungs Sold by
all druggists.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
5uchupaiba.',

New, quick corr pleie, cure 4 days
urinary affections. snarting, fire.
guent or difficult uriuation, kid
ney diseases 81 at druggists. w.
Va. Depot, LAUGHLIN BROS
& co, Wheeling. w Va
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

a lazy boy was complaining that
his bed was too short, when his ftth'
er sternly replied: THAT is because
you are always too long in it, sir"
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

\ man made application for in
surauce ou a building situated in Il
village where there was no fire en-
giue lie was asked, "What are
the meaus ia Your village for eX-
tiuguishing fires ?" well, it rains
sometimes, he replied.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

THE DEAD LINE. MANY old
soldiers remember "Jhe dead line"
at Andersonville. 1t was a mighty
dangerous uejghborhood. Dyspep-
STA, bjliousness, and liver and kid
ney diseases are full of perils for the
sick, tut Burdock Blood Bitters are
a certain remedy For sale 10y Z. @.
Williams y Bro, drugglsts
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
Rough ON Rats

The thing desired found Il hast.
ASS Drugs ,sCs for Rough on
Ka.s ~ a clears GA rats, mice,
reaches, flies bed -DuIS. l5c. toXe-.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

A man advertised for "helpmate,
who shall be Il companion of my
heart, my head, my lot" A candi-
date for the situation wrote Il
don't know anything about your
head or heart, but how big is your
lot ?n
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
TIE MAN WHO TALKS Much

THE MAN VINO TALKS MUCH
We want to saya word to you who
make living with your tongue.
You certainly must have clear,
strong voice to engage your listen
ers. DR.. Thomas Eclectric Oil for
sore throat, colds, and h0arseness is
uuexcelled. Use and admire. For
sale 10y L. G. Williams Il Bro. drug
giSts
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16
HATS A! HATS! HATS
Fall and Winter STYLES.

All the Fall AID Winter styles, of
stiff, flexible and soft hats, now open
and ready tor customers, at city prices.
at GETTINGER d. HOKES
Shoe and Hat Emporium, Queen St
BlondeP- Bui ding (oc14
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Why does a hen lay an egg ? Be-
cause il she dropped it she would
break it.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Create "A healthy appetite, prevent
malarial diseases, by using Brown,
Iron BitterS.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Five drops of the oil of cuhebs up
on piece Of loaf sugar, dissolved
gradually in he mouth,w viii Instant
" relieve the most Troublesome par
oXysm of coughing, or the irritation
OF bronchitis.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

IN THE
Boot, Shoe and Hat
TRADE.
Special Announcement.

P"V4IEA @AH14OuAOU44oA
We will sell FOR CASH a
large portion Of our stock at
great reduction in prices. To
close out odd lots, bargains
will be given regardless Of
COST. Take advantage of this
opportunity to save money.
GETTENGER al HOKE.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1882-12-16

Occ WEEK in your own town.
tDOO Terms and SIS outfit tree. Address
II. HALLErT & Co Portland, Maine.
ma6-ly.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1882-01-03
BURSTING PIPES.
Plan by Which TO Cha, Jack Frost
and the Plum.or

This is the season when the ,lumbcr nra-
pares the basis of his fortune. He i in
league with Jack frost and toetLo- ,bo,.
are the hane OF the housekeepcts axisi.
ence, in the matter OF bursting PIPE TLo
writer is hired fool and no phileS,,bcr
but while the plumber is projecting his
next annual tour to Europe, the repOt,r
was engaged in listening to a scientist =
the city. who has q plan for the preycntinA
OF bursting water pipes by frost.
The proposal is to use pipes of an elliPti
cal or other than round section. As the
sectional area OF an elliptical pipe is less
than that of a round pipe OF equal pcrime
ter. IL is obvious that when the inClOSed
water freezes and expands, the section oil
an elliptiCal pipe will more nearly ap,
preach circle. There is more. however
in the idea than at first sight appears
When the water in q round pipe freezes
and the pipe begins TO stretch at any point.
il becomes larger i'm diameter and thinner
there than elsewhere; Each of these effects
causes the pipe TO be still weaker at the
place affected: therefore, round pipe is in
a state OF unstable equilibrium. With ell.
hptiCal piping the case is different TIE
force required to alter the shape of an clip,
teal pipe increases Is its section changes
from the elliptical shape toward the circu.
lar; therefore, the effect produced by a
change OF shape at one place makes that
place stronger An elliptical pipe is, there
fore, in a state Of stable equilibrium. and
will change its form uniformly from end
to end. This fact is of great importance.
rs, ii portion only OF pipe is exposed TO
the cold. the whole Is effective, and il will
require proportiOnatcly greater number
OF frostS 10 make the pipe round. An in
STeCtiOn of the pipes every two or three
years will give absolute security, for rs
soon rs they show signs of becoming round,
they can hC squeezed back again to their
original section. Experiments are said 10
have confirmed these theoretical deductions.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1882-01-03
No INQl ESF.
RakiuS Up the Maude Shepard Burn.
in. Case.

The sad fate Of Maudc Shepard, an aband-
onCd woman OF East Wheeling who burned
TO death some three months ago, will yet
be well remembered Her funeral took
place upon q Saturday, without an inquest
having been held. This fact created no
small amount of talk and dark hints OffOul
play were freely heard and the authorities
blamed for permitting the body to he con-
signed to the tomb without first clearing
up any mystery which might have pervad-
cd it, In fact, the pressure OF opinion grew
50 strong that Justice Philips held an in.
quest, without the body, Oh the following
Monday. A verdict of accidental death
was rendered and gossip was quiet.
Yesterday morning the bill Of the JUS
tiCc for the inquest came before the County
Commissioners. Mr.. Speidel objected to
its payment, and Prosecuting Attorney
Jordan read law in support OF the argu-
gumcnt that jury OF inquisition must
view the body of the deceased. 1t so ap-
pearing, the Board deemed the inquest no
inquest and refused to pay the bill. So
the Justice had his trouble for his pains.
hut he at least put a quietuS upon the
damaging rumorS in circulation.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1882-01-03
MORE MONEY
Is Required 10 support the County
Poor.

Council has appointed committee to
guard the city'S interest at the coming Leg
iSlativc session and yesterday the Commits
Siouers did likewise. Mr.. Caldwell stated
that the county needed certain legislation,
particularly some looking to an increase Of
the poor fund. Upon this latter subject he
made quite a little speech, containing
many wholesome facts. The poor fund. he
said, was much too small; there was now
only about 5000 left. which was entirely in
adequate 10 the necessity. Beggars were
becoming aiarmingly numerous and pro-
feSsiOnal mendiCantS Springing up
like mushrooms. Every day the COM
missioners are compelled to refuse the
needy. perhaps, on account of doub, OF
the truth Of their statements; and even
when deserving. the fund is So small that
ali cannot be relieved. He cited several
cases he had been compelled to turn deaf
car to. even when responsible citizens
vOuChed for thcm.
His words made an impression upon the
Board and upon motion TWO members were
appointed to confer. ii agreeable with the
Council committee, to obtain such legiSia-
ton as the necessities OF the county de-
lmand McSSrs. Schultzc and Canadian
Frre Amounted rs the committee