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Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1883-03-07
Snakes in a Mans Pocket.

As the afternoon train on the Florida
Transit Railway slowed up to a watel
tank recently where creek flows ogt Of
a drearv cypress swamp and crosses the
way, hunter in high boots and cordu-
roy coat, with huge bag swung to his
broad shoulders, climbed out of the tall
grass and boarded the principal passen-
ger car. 1t was Prof, James Bell, the
Smithsonian Institutions Agent. The
train was full of people who, for three
hours, had endured the innocent babble
of two guileless land agents. They had
learned from these truthful real estate
missionaries that alligators were as
harmless as geese, and there were fewer
snakes by far in Florida than in New
York City or Philadelphia. The pro-
fessor found the one vacant seat and
flung himself into 1t.
'Good afternoon, Professor" an ac-
quaintauce at the further end of the car
cried out to him, edo you have any luck
catching snakes these days"
And within five minutes MIR. Bell was
answering questions from nearly every
occupant of the car. Were there really
any snakes in Florida; was 1t safe to go
through the woods; how big did snakes
grow in this State; what sort of snakes
are common here, etc.. etc. Very gra-
ciously the Professor answered them all
and soon had betrayed himself into a
upon reptiles generally, till,
in an absent way, Just to illustrate a
point he was calculating, he unburtoned
a capacious pocket IN the skirt of his
coat and drew out an enormous and
newly caught ''coach-whip," which he
exhibited to throng OF staring and ex-
cited people. Its habits and peculiari-
ties were described. and he laid his
subject on the seat and from another
pocket drew out number of chicken |
snakes and water snakes of various |
kinds, Would they bite? No, indeed, |
they were harmless. They look kind of
Gravity" they are so small.
He replaced them and unstrapped his
game bag. '.Here We have" he said,
"a beautiful snake, naturally tame and
perfectly harmless, which anybody can
play with And Le drew out what is
the biggest king snake ever
,sught in Florida-nearly eight feet in
ength.
There was a chorus of screams, and
women and children, men even, fled to
he farther end of the car. During the
est of the "Trip the disconnected Profess
or sat alone, and when at Gainesville
lie rose to leave the train little girls hid
themselves behind their mammas and
creamed with fright.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1883-03-07
Strange Giories.

A writer from Virginia City, Nevada
says, one afternoon recently the heavens
became obscured by peculiar yapor,
which seemed neither fog nor smoke nor
yet clouds. Though the sun could be
plainly seen, it presented precisely the
same appearance as when viewed through
smoked glass. To the southwark this va
por appeared of an orange hue, while TO
the west 1t was blue. Some OF our people
looking in that direction, called out: "Old
Mount Davidson has got the blues !" and
really everything in that direction had the
blues. About tour o'clock the whole mass
of vapor moved east and settled down over
the valley abOye the Carson river. There
1t presented white appearance, hldiug all
the valley land and low hills, but allowing
The peaks of the Como range OF mountains
to be seen. While this was going on there
was visible on the eastern horizon a broad
band of deep blue with above a cores
ponding band of deep rose red.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1883-03-07
The Sinsbalese.

The greater numoer OF children play.
ing in the street were boys. Girls. are
early accustomed to remain inside the
huts and employ themselves in house
hold work, Besides this, they develop
very young, being often married at ten
or twelve years old, and old women at
twenty or thirty. Grandmothers of
twenty-five or thirty are very frequent.
A further significant fact is the perma-
nent disproportion OF male and female
births among the SIngha!ese. The av-
erage is ten boys to eight nine-tenths
girls. The fact is connected, to some
extent at least. with the curious instl-
tuition polyandry. In spite of the ef-
forts made by tie English Government
to. suppress this custom, it maintains its
ground, especially in tie more remote
districts of the island. 1t is not unusual
to find two or three brothers with enc
wife in common, and ladies may be
found sthe happy possessors OF ten or
twelve husbands. These complicated
family arrangements form the theme of
many extraordinary stories; but it is
very difficult to distinguish fact from
fable on the subject.
The SInghalese have a passion for
music and dancing. and practice both
arts according to a standard of taste
very different from our OVID. Their
principle instruments are the drum and
the tomtom, vigorously belabored with
wooden drumsticks; besides these, they
have reed pipes, and very primitive
stringed IL strument of one string. My
evening calm was often broken in upon
by the din Of these ear-splitting instru-
ments, and if l followed the sound to- its
source was sure to find, in front of
fire under a palm tree, group of ten or
a dozen naked, brown fellows, gaily
painted with white yellow or red stripes
and indulging in the most extraordinary
antics. A circle of spectators stood
round and followed the grotesque per-
formance with devout attention.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1883-03-07
vuIgaritses of speech.

The above term properly includes not
only words and phrases OF obvious coarse
ness, but a large class of expressions in
which fine word is employed in place OF
a simple one, or word that does not prop
erly convey the meaning is used. The use
of many-sy Tabled words IN place of short
ones has been q notorious vice of news
paper writers, whose example has been
largely followed In conversation. With
out running t3 the opposite extreme, the
simplest language sufficient to convey ones
meaning Is the best to use. Many will
find it profitable TO keep handy for refer
ence the following list OF common errors.
Much might be added to 1t.
Accord, for give, the information was
accorded him"
Aggravate, for irritate; aggrsvste Is to
make worse
Allude to, fer refer to or mention.
As, for that; mot as 1 know" for mot
that know"
Avocatlon for vocation; q mans voca-
ton Is his business; avocatIons are things
that occupy lin incidentally.
lily, for i'll.
Inaugurate, for begin.
Kids, for kid gloves.
Learn, TOR teach.
kisble, for likely or apt.
Loan, for lend.
Reside, for live.
Commence, for begin.
Pants, for pantaloons, or better still,
trowsers-
fartake, for eat.
Plenty, as an adjective, when plentiful
is meant.
Balance, for rest or remainder.
Character, for reputation; one may
may have good reputation but bad
character, and the two words should never
be confOunded
Dangerous, for danger, sick man Is
sometimes most absurdly said TO be dan
gerous, when II only means that the poor
fellow is in danger hImself-a very differ
ent thing.
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1883-03-07
THOUGHT.

Thought is deeper than all speech,
Feeling is deeper than all thought,
sous 70 souls can never teach 49,
What unto themselves was taught.
We are spirits clad in wells:
Man by man was never seen;
All our deep communIng fails
To remove the shadowy screen;
Heart to heart vas never known;
Mind TO mind did never meet,
We are columns left alone
OF temple once complete.
Like the stars that gem the sky,
Far apart though seeming near.
In our light we scattered lie;
All is thus but starlight here.
What is social company
But a babbling summer stream:
What our wise philosophy,
But the glancing of a dream:
Only when the sun Of love
Melts the scattered stars of thought.
Only when We live above
What the dtm-eyed world has taught;
Only when our souls are fed
BY the fount which gave them birth,
And by inspiration led
Which they never drew from earth.
We, Ike parted drops of rain,
Swelling TIL they meet and run,
Shall be all absorbed again,
Melted, flowing into one,
Juniata sentinel and Republican. [volume] (Mifflintown, Juniata County, Pa.) 1873-1955, 1883-03-07

The three leading winners on the
English turf last year were Mr.. Craw-
furd, Mr.. Lefevre and the Duke of
Westminster, with respectively $780,
600, S7s, 500 and S69, 900 gross gains In
stakes. The Duke of Hamilton won
$4,000, Lord Roseberry s46, 200,
Prince Soltykoff S13, 500, Mr.. Keene
$500 and Mr.. Lombard $1,000.
National Republican., 1883-04-19
Summer 8ouroiuo.

DoARDING-NEAR ROUND HILL, LoUDoUN
ID County, Virginia. lady having large and
delightful house, situated at foot of Blue Ridge
Mountains, would like "a few bORrders who would be
willing TO pay from SIS to $50 per month. Address
BOX 10, Round Hill, Loudoun County, Va api9.3t*
COUNTRY BOARD-A FEW PERSONS CAN
Clifton station, Va. elevated and healthy; rs miles
from Washington, via Midland Railroad from May
I. references William Ballantyne and Dr. r. B.
Donaldson, lll3 Pennsylvania avenue. Address IL.
g. NEWMAN, Proprietor. Clifton station, Fairfax
County. Va. apl93tf
CoUNTRY BoARp-DEsIRABLE ROOMS CAN
~ now be engaged for the season, from the 18th of
May. Inquire on premises, or 10 JNO. b. CLAGETT,
Brightwood Pustoffce, ID. q. api6-3tt
CtTONE MANSION - COLUMBIA HEIGHTS,
- Fourteenth street and Boundary Road now open
for summer boarders; on heights overlooking tho
city, handsomely furnished rooms communicating,
single The best of table board and every atten.
tlon 10 comfort of guests; pleasant grounds and
plenty of shade; superior home for first class ami-
lies with children; three minutes TO street cars !
references required. api0-8tf
National Republican., 1883-04-19
Tho Court OF CInims.

The court of claims yesterday heard the
closing arguments in tho case of w. A. New
ton, which is claim against the United
States for back pay during service in the
army.
National Republican., 1883-04-19
Gurktsh 8atbs.

NEW TURKISH HATH CDR BoVEEsl
IN l4i7 street opposite Riggs House. Large pool,
open sunday. Open from q. m. I'll 10 p. MI SAtur.
day, ~ p. M Baths, Sl tickets, $500
ape DR. IL. L. BoVEB, Electrician
TINHE sHEDD BATHS 903 E STREET, NEAR
/ Ninth, well known Us the oldest and best In the
city This bath Is constructed with view TO oonyen-
ience, being on the first floor Turklsh. Russian SUI
phur, aud Mercurial Baths given with skill and OK
perience MnnipnlatOr OF ten yrs experience az this
establishment Single bath, sl for W 1850 Open
Sunday from a IN. 10 .. m mr29tt
National Republican., 1883-04-19
Bnsinfas Ghanfts.

NXTANTED-AP PARTNER RoFsTEADY HABITS
w in pleasant office business with from Sl 600 To
5000 cash capital Business may be increased TO any
extent. This Is a rare chance to make money rapidly
ties who are afraid TO take business risk where the
chances are forty-nine 20 one. References eK-
changed. Give right naple and where and when can
be seen. Address DIR. j. W. H., Republican office.
apl93tt
y IBERAL RATE OF INTEREST ALLOWED
l on Time DenosIts. United States Ronda hnnght
and sold at market rates Collections made every
where, by j. II. SoUIER q co.. Bankers l4ls PENN
sylvania avenue aiae6-n
National Republican., 1883-04-19
8narnina.

TVIREMoNT HOUSE.
Il CHANGE OF PROPRIETORS.
Flrstcass table polite and attentive wants Very
desirable situation for families Rates, s25o and 81
per day SIS, e3O S35, and so per month.
de4 H. w. DENISON, Proprietor.
National Republican., 1883-04-19
lNunru to YOam.

MONEY TO LoAN-IN SUMS FROM 800 70
Nl $1,000 BISHOP a HILL, Insurance and
Real Estate Agents, zoos + street northwest ma23W
N ToNEY TO LOAN ON REAL EsIArE ATTHH
M lowest rates. pAkENHoWER a SON ises
SIeet noEIhweaL noisu
National Republican., 1883-04-19
-MlisttIInntnns.

NXTANTED-To BUY a BAR ROOM ICE box
w Apply to MCLAUqHLIN'S Restaurant 2ll
Pennsylvanla avenue northwest. aplg5t-
wv UANTED-sHORrtfAND PUPILS BH
w fully competent person. who will give three
Lessons week and Charge only az month. Address
II. NJ, Republican office. apls3tt
VXTANTED--A MEDIUM SIZE SECOND HAND
w safe. Address ID. A. W., Republican Onice.
apis3ts
w ANTED 80 COPY ING 90 ATTORNEYS AND
w others can have copies OF briefs, arguments,
specifications &C. made correctly and artistcally by
addressing C0PYfsT, City Postoiiice ap7.St,
XTANTED-FIVE CENTS PER LOAD PAID
w for all dirt put in hole on east side OF Third
street, between q and II streets northeast. ]. w.
STARR 1929 New York avenue. apls-lm
DARTIEs LEAVING THE CITY CAN HAVE
Il their furniture, &c, hauled, packed for ship.
ment or stored. Apply to W. n. MOSES q SON,
seventh street aud Pennsyvania avenue. mal7.f
wv TANTED-YoU TO KNOW THAT WE SELL
w u hrstclass tallors make secondhand suit,
much better and great deal cheaper than common
new suit can be bought, at
National Republican., 1883-04-19
8,aI estate Brokers'.

II. 9. KDiBALL- AT, oHILDa
EIREBALL 81 GIITLD9,
Real Estate and Fire Insurance Agents.
No. 1918 street Northwest.
Parties desiring TO BUY SELL, or RENT City or
Country Property please give us a call.
National Republican., 1883-04-19
xust ano cfouno.

Cost ano cfonn0.
T. osT--wEDNEspAY APRIL IS, BETWEEN
IL baltimore and Potomac Depot and City Post
oliice lady's pocketboOk containing small sum OF
money. Finder will please return TO 4jO NJ street
northwest. apl93t%
Il OST-sCRAP BOOK, CONTAINING TESTI-
i mony In Bismarck Land Case. The finder will
be suitably rewarded Oy leaving the same at DUN.
mOnd d Bradford's office, lie Droit Building, or at
Mades's Hotel. apiS-3ts
r oST-oN SATURDAY EVENING, AN AME-
IL thyst breastpln, In going from Third and ID
streets, Capitol Hil TO the Avenue car or in the car
to Twentieth street northwest Finder will be re-
warded by leaving II 1923 street northwest i7-3tF
National Republican., 1883-04-19
GSutatiuual.

IINAsY FEET AND DAILY WALKS
II In the open air and sunshine increase Vital.
ity and longevity, hence the most eminent physl-
clans, suIgeons, aud thousands OF other wel'known
bR WHITES oHIRoPoDIsT ESTABLISH.
MENr,
lfl6 Pennsylvania avenue. opposite Wizards Hotel,
for relief from, ana avoidance of, cOrns, bunons
club aud Inverted nails, vascular excrescences and
other ailments OF the feet, Onee fen Sl per visit for
putting the feel In order (llstablahed in Washing
ton In lSSlli
National Republican., 1883-04-19
EoR RENT-BY b. II, WARNER,

Our Weekly Rent List, published every Monday
morning, contains complete schedule OF our houses
stores shops, and farms offered for rent together
with descriptions prices, &C. and how they may be
seen Property sale In all parts ofthe city Money
" 'OA" VI '''' ''"'B h. Il. WARNER. Ole F street
National Republican., 1883-04-19

A YOUNG MAN WILL ADDRESS ENVE
IA lOpes or do other writing at home very reason
ably. Address j. p f., Republican ofiice. api6
National Republican., 1883-04-19

INoR RENT-FoUR ROOMS ON SECOND
H. floor, suitable for light houseke eeping; have hot
and cold water, gas, bath, &C. No. 1917 Nineteenth
str nnrthyypat nnin.atN
National Republican., 1883-04-19
Selantto- -situaiiuns --.fsmaIt.

UTANTED - A SITUATION ny A RESPECT.
w able colorod girl as nurse or 10 do chamber
work in small family. Apply Mt 1919 Istreet north
cast. apig3te
National Republican., 1883-04-19
,Fur Rent alnfurnisHsS Rooms.

TNoR RENT-A SUITE OF THREE ROOMS
II unurnished; one mont room, second floor, FUR
ntshed or unfnrnshed; two rooms, with separate en-,
frances, suitable for q physician; stable. 322 u
street northwest apl7-3f
National Republican., 1883-04-19

O0H STREET NoRTHwEsT-sEGo
700 floor: modern improvements suitable
for light housekeeping; with privilege of bath; SIS.
uDllr3tt
National Republican., 1883-04-19

A TroRNEYS OR AGENTS REQUIRING THE
IA services OF an expert clerk, familiar with the
pension laws and the preparation Of papers, after Z
o'clock p. m can secure the services of one thor
onghly posted by addressing PENSIONS, City Post
National Republican., 1883-04-19
@lant,o-1rIp-malr.

@lantt6-Stlp-Mlals.
"ANTED-A CoLoRED BOY TO AT. END
w horses must thoroughly understand the care
of horses and harness, aud have recomm endation
from former employer. Inquire No. 1903, Pierce
Place, between ~ and O'Clock. aplg3tt
WANTED-AN HONEST, RELIABLE BOY
w TO attend horse and make himself generally
useful Call at 1902 Seventh street northwest o'clock
y. m. api93t"
WTANTED-ON A SMALL FARM, MILES
w from the city u reliable hand; white man and
wife preferred. Inquire nt HOLMES & BRO, corner
First aud IL streets northwest apisstt
w AN TIE D. A BluGHT. INTELLIGENT
wv youth or young man familiar with the prepara-
ton and examination of tes mony In pension claims;
e3 per month TO begin with, and permanent sit
uation IL suited Address, stating experience, AT
TORNEY, Box t3s City Postoiilce. apl7-dt
SEVERAL DAYS EMPLOYMENT CAN BE
- given to q good and accurate penman; ladies will
please not apply. Address PENMAN, Republican
Office, and name terms apl7-2t
yATANTED-FIFTY YOUNG MEN FOR THE
w United States Cavalry and lnhntry good sal.
ary and all expenses paid. Apply at 1916 i street.
apl7.l2ts
National Republican., 1883-04-19
3tauttb- -Situatious---n1aI.,

"ANTED-A SITUATION, BY A CoLoREn
w man as waiter or hostler. Apply at 63i New
York avenue northwest WIN furnish the best OF
rolprancea. nnlS.2it
National Republican., 1883-04-19
cfor Nent-@u @unsts.

VNoR RENT-To A PARTY OF ADULTS, uN.
IL I'll October, whole or part OF u Handsomely fur
nished house, situated near Iowa Circle For parlc-
ulars address Postotfce box 2Ds aplS'Ss
National Republican., 1883-04-19
@lanteo---Rooms.

UTANTED-BY GENTLEMAN AND WIFE
Wy three large unfurnished rooms, two communi.
eating; new house and good nelghborhood; perma-
nent reierences exchanged. Address III. L., Repub.
loan Office, aplY3t+
National Republican., 1883-04-19
fnr rR,nt...fnrniahtn Yunms.

T1oR RENT-To PARTY OF 4GENTLEMEN,
~ Asuite of handsomely furnished Rooms located IN
the most central portion of the ctyi within square
,,,,bitson cJ{co apiqSta
Northern tribune. [volume] (Cheboygan, Mich.) 1875-1885, 1883-07-07
LIVE TALK ON LIVE SUBJ ECTs.

Bird cages Of all kinds cheap at Erratt
& Co.'s
Attend Chambers discount sale for
bargains.
CA. Gallagher has the best butter in
the market.
Kriedeman's is one of those popular
resorts. Call in.
Best Fiji Tomatoes, shilling can at
M. & B, MOlOney's.
All summer goods at clearing out
prices, at Hempstead's.
Twenty per cent. discount on boots and
shoes, at ii. CHAMBERS.
For choice smoked and sugar cured
meats, go to c. A. Gallagher's.
Get your shoes at manufacturer
prices. II. Chambers has them.
The best place to get your watches and
jewelry repaired is at E. ThOmpsOn's
Rosenthall will be pleased to sell you
anything you want at cheapest prices.
You can buy goods cheaper than ever
at Miners, as he must reduce stock this
month.
The Moloney Bros will have telephone
COUutCllOu Will Iucll piCWoiy WHO
evening.
Another reduction in fine dry and
fancy goods after July the 4th, at Hemp
steads.
Blake's foundry and machine shops
give all orders in their line immediate
notice.
Go to Matt Kesseller's barber shop.
There is chair to drop into, and your
tr lers obeyed.
Mrs. J. L. Jewell, having gone out of
the baking business, is closing out can
goods and entire stock at cost.
The Santa Fe On. N.Y. papers announce
the discovery of mine in that country
which yields $4,000 to the ton.
At the Peoples drug store the atten-
ton of the ladies is called to rare toilet
fxings, and perfumes the most delicate.
You can't down Miner. He has i'm
ported two taiors from Detroit, and one
direct from Rotterdam, Germany, and is
now ready to do all work ina 6rst-class
manner.
There Is ready for shipment at the
foundry of Murray & Rich, to A. c. Bick-
ham, Quincy. Illinois, a file cutting
machine. This machine is of complete
workmanship, and is evidence of genius
and industry Of this thriving firm.
Northern tribune. [volume] (Cheboygan, Mich.) 1875-1885, 1883-07-07

good Brother Mason has gone to the
Upper Lodge. Peace to his ashes and
strength to his family.
Joseph Affair was awarded the con-
tract for graveling Main street from the
Postoffice South.
CA. Gallagher, the popular grocer,
comes to the front this week with a
newsy and interesting advertisement.
W.& A. Macarthur are going to erect a
residence on lower Huron street for
Capt. Ranvilie, of their tug G. w. Cuyler.
At the LudingtOn races this week,
VIM. T., owned by w.. s. Humphrey, Of
ChebOygan, won two races: the $50 race
on Tuesday and the 2:40 race Thursday,
winning the latter in two straight heats.
This fine animal has been greatly adj
mired wherever he has appeared. There
is not better blOoded horse in the state
and his action is as near perfect as can
be. He was five years old last Wednes-
day, and promises brilliant future. Mr..
Humphrey has had several applications
from parties to purchase him. On
Wednesday in the 2:30 race at the same
place,his mare MOllie Harris took second
money.
Northern tribune. [volume] (Cheboygan, Mich.) 1875-1885, 1883-07-07
LAVE TALK ON LIVE SUBJECTS.

The best butter in town is at C. A.
Gallagher's.
For suit that will exactly fit, go to
George +. Fax.
Have been received at Clements, Gray
Brothers shoes.
Smash 90 the prices on boots and shoes
at Ill. Chambers.
Best sugar corn at 10 cents can at
NJ. & B. MOlOney's.
Lawns cents, 1215 and Is cents per
yard at Nelson & Bullen's.
Fine kid shoes $1.75. marked down
from 1925, at Nelson Il Bullen's.
A fine assortment of opera, field and
marine glasses at l.. I. Limpert's.
If you want nice, fresh fruits and
vegetables, go to c. A. Gallagher's.
Have you seen the elegant line of
pocket cutlery at Packard u Upham's.
Joe Murphy will shave you, cut your
hai', and shampoo in the best OF style.
Grains at the MOlOney brewery for 1Oc
per bushel. They are choice horse feed.
Ladies walking Jackets, DOlmans,
Shoulder Capes, Jerseys, at Nelson u
Bullen's.
The Delmonico, next to Star Clothing
HOuse.-Fresh oysters, clam chOWder,
frOgs,-all delicacies at call.
Alfred Hudson, east side of bridge,
waits on the public, and is skilled in all
the arts of the razor and shears.
During Sunday al persons died of
cholera at Camietta. A suspected death
from the malady occurred at Alexandria.
John Murphy will be in his new saloon
i'm the Melville Block, near the fridge,
next week. 1t will be quite neat re-
sort.
Well satisfied with the patronage of
the public. O. M. Clement tenders his
thanks and sOlicits, as ever. their good
will.
The Metropolitan Billiard Hall, oppO.
site the Postoffice, by Bowling and Com.
erfOrd, is the arrest and pleasantes'
place in town.
John Becker says that in his resort he
loves his customers, but being personally
modest he requests the TRIBUNE to
thank them in his name.
The Benton is doing flourishing
business. Its proprietor, ID. nj. Mcleod
is one of those wide-awake gentlemen
that the world likes to know.
If you want the best of lime, cement
calcined plaster, hair. brick, land plas
ter, salt, oats, hay. wood, hard coal
blacksmiths coal or steamboat coal, &c
to W. q A. McArthur's dock, foot OF Mair
ST. everything warranted to be OF besl
quality, prices way down.