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The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
Ventilating Ice Houses.

MANY persons do not understand why
an ice-house should bcventilated. They
think openings in the gabc-cnds, as
were recommended in this paper n few
weeks ago. are injurious. as they serve
to create draft of air over the mass Of
ice. They do, indeed, create draft OF
air, and this is beneficial. The necessi-
ty of ventilation will he understood by
giving little study to the matter.
Much OF the ice placed in a building
under the most favorable circumstances
melts. A considerable portion of the
water produced, in turn becomes vapor
and rises To the top ofthe building. I'm
less il has an opportunity 10 escape 1t
will render the air. with which II
mingles, dense, and, as a consequence,
will raise It's temperature. As its tenn
pcratura is raised it will hasten the
melting of the ice below. Some OF the
yapor will be converted into water
again and will fall back on the ice and
cause il To melt. If there is chance
for the.warm air and yapor to pass out
of the building these effects may be pre-
vented Again, by causing current OF
air to pass over the upper covering OF
the ice rapid evaporation of vapor is
produced and thisproduces cold. Water
may he frozen by the evaporation of q
portion of it, rs was recently pointed
out in an icc-making machine used in
England. Ice as stored in building
is covered TO the thickness of foot or
more with sawdust or other similar ma.
terial. This absorbs much of the water
that comes from the melted ice and car
ries il to the top of the mass: If il
there comes in contact with Il current
of air it is evaporated and the tempera-
ture of the icc-house and its contents IL
reduced.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
The Nan With an Income and Nothing to
IN

A man who has nothing to do is apt
liable object. He is simply a kept man.
He is living on charity. Some am;able
snoozcr. now dead. has left him the
money he lives on. and all he has to do
is to draw the money and eat. drink and
sleep. No eyes can brighten with hap
pincss when he comes home. because he
only comes home when the other places
are closed. He cannot come horne
tired and he petted and rested by will
ing hands, because it would be 4 mock
cry to pet tired man who had got tired
doing nothing. Such man simply ex-
lists and is no good Oh earth. Ii he
would wheel barrow and earn dol
lar. and get tired. and buy becfsteak
with the dollar. and have it cooked, and
eat II while the appetite was on that he
got wheeling the barrow. he would
know more enjoyment than he had ever
known before. That man with nothing
to do on earth no doubt thinks, as he
lays around and smells frowsy, that heis
enjoying life. but he knows no more
about enjoyment than tom-cat that
sleeps all day and goes out nights to
play short-stcp to lot of boo!jacks and
beer bottles. Such man is cipher, and
does not know enough to go in when it
rains. If there were less incomes left to
lazy young fellows, and more sets of
carpenter tools, there would be more
real Observation-Disclosures HaWkeye.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
A Receipt for Actors.

IT von want n rrc"ipt for that popular mystery
Known To tho world a. an actor of plays,
T'hc al the great men at theatrical history,
Hattie them over in various ways
TIE voice ot n Booth with n sad ply siognomy.
Legs Of Mccullough uhe feminine rage),
brains OF Barrett uycntng astronomy,
Teeth OF a kccnc inastica.ing the stage;
The science CT middle men vcrset In geo.
rraphy,
Smile of 4 Norris-cy, gentle and sweet,
Pen of an aS--,hete In autobiography.
Prices Of Patty ten dollars u scaU.
ftc"My God" uf Thorue In play of society,
Morals OF Abbott In operas OF piety;
Judgment at Emmett in brands of old Hen
nt.s>cy,
Shriciis OF joe Proctor In wild JlbbcnainOsay;
Davenport. Anderson. bowers. aud hhea,
Snlvini and RoSsi in Hamlet anu Lear
Take of these elements all thut's theatrical,
tiist ont the parts that You find are hamfatical,
Set EN- Ia simmer, AMI take or the scum.
And mn actor. you'll find, il the resduum.
burlington Hawkeye.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23

Mrs. Wood. of Hartford, has perform
ed the remarkable feat of writing the
whole chapter of Genesis within space
the size of a quarter of silver dollar.
1t has been calculated that'in the same
space of time that it took her. to write
the first chapter of Genesis she could
have made seventeen pies, darned thir-
teen pair of socks, and washed the
dishes eleven times, but then making
pies and washing dishes are not re-
markable feats. and would not have
given her fame, although indulgence ir
chose pursuits would probably have
given more satisfaction 10 her family.
"What as,onishes me- remarked
Mrs. Mann, rs how Col. Dreadnauyh,
manages TO keep GU, OF the state prison. y
"The probability is" replied Blunt.
''thnt 1t is feared that he might corrupt
the convicts, aud SO they let him 20 q
large"
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
They Didn't Know the Old Man.

A gentleman having a little toddler
with him the other day stopped at a
confeciioner's and purchased two balls
of popcorn. He gave one ball to the
child, and the confectioner placed the
other in paper sack. Then the two
wended their way homeward, meeting,
ms they proceeded, two ragged Wchins
whom the man stopped and made q
divy of the remaining popcorn ball.
..Ain't he good man!' was the ex-
ciama,ion that greeted him as he walked
away. The little toddler then broke
forth: Pap. do you know what they
said that for?" mo: why?' Cause
they don't know you The silence
was only broken by the munching OF
the corn.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23

General John B. Gordon, Of Georgia.
comes home from Europe proud of his
country. He said to a reporter: ut is
enough to make an American proud TO
ride through the streets Of London.
with its civilization of 1900 years, and
see American implements. American
sewing-machines, American tools and
American goods displayed ON every
hand. and know that American watches
are being sold in the streets. and Am
rrican fields are feeding the English
people and American factories begin.
tia. 10 clo,he them.".
Gentlemen who are growing gray
will be glad to learn from fashion
paper that .'the custom Of inserting
white hairs in dark fur has been aban'
donsd."
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
A Telegraph Line for Bashful Young
Lovers,

The most bashful young man in Penn
sylvania lives in Reading. He had
courted a young woman in mild sort
Of way for long time, but never had
been able to make known his intentions
in an ineligible manner. During his
leisure moments he taught the young
woman telcgraphy, and last week gain
ed her consent to stretch a telegraph
wire between her home and his board
ing house. The first message that came
to the young woman was a proposal of
marriage. Although the answer was
all that any reasonable person could ex-
poet, yet the young man was so diflident
that he did not venture near the house
for four days. Electric communication
finally became too slow, however. and
the young man went to the house in per-
son. The wire and telegraph instru-
ments are now for sale. Ii real genius
is to be rewarded this young man ought
to be happy.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23

ity Ia catch him by the ear, and then he
went in. Jack was great jumper. In
this instance he made his greatest leap
and landed on the back Of his enemy.
Quickly Selling him by the cal. the dog
kept his body out Of reach Of the bear.
and inserted his sharp teeth for all they
were worth. The bear fought with spir.
ii. and made vigorous efforts to send
jack to grass, but all in vain That
dog would not let go. Finally the bear
almost exhausted. gave up in despair,
and ~ plain as bear can speak acknowl.
eel his defeat. II required every man
on the place to pull Jack Of, and it il
believed he would have killed tho lear
il left alone. --.NaMrfHe Banner.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23

II am sorry to inform you." said
man to an Arkansas gentleman, .'that
your son has been killed In balloon
ascension" "Howp" asked the gen.
tleman. "Well. you soc, he went up
with the professor, aud the balloon
dropped suddenly and killed both of
them" $50 it was tho descension that
killed hime My friend, when you come
into this nelghborhood with piece Of
information, give II straight. "-Arhans'
a. Traveller.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
Worthy of Praise.

AS rule VIC tO not recommend Pa
tent Medicines, but when we know OF
one that really is public benefactor,
and does positively cure, then we con-
slider it our duty to impart that infor-
nation to all. Eclectric Biuters are
truly most valuable medicine, and
will surely cure BiIiousness, Fever and
Ague, Stomach, Liver and Kidney
Complaints, even when all other rene
dies fail. We know whereof We speak
and can freely recommend them to all
-Ereh.-Sold at fifty cents bottle by
John 4. 6amborp.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23

Pressed for time: If man desires to
express himself logically, he must not
allow himself to become Hurried, as
was the case with an Austin man who
was very much annoyed by frequent
callers, and who finally exclaimed:
"Thcre is no minute in the day that !
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
A DOG WHIPS A BEAR.

When DIR. w. NJ. Clark lived with his
family in the Sixth District of Davidson
county, he owned small rat dog, m
English terrier. named Jack. Jack was
remarkable dog. On one occasion he
killed 100 rats. and when he came out
of the pit was hardly recognized by his
friends. His ears were gone, and his
legs and throat were as raw as a piece
of unlocked beef liver. But he killed
the rats, and won wager.
On another occasion Jack had fight
with coon and came out victorious,
killing the coon in the third round. He
had Numerous fights with tighting-dOgs
much larger and older than himself, but
he always came out victorious. His man.
ner of fighting a dog was to watch his
chance and seize him by one of his ears
Once his teeth were fastened here, there
was no getting him loose until his an.
tagonist squealed enough and started on
dead run for home with his tail stored
safely away between his legs. When
ever this would happen Jack would lei
up on his enemy and whine for Other
enemies to conquer.
But Jacks chief triumph was wher
he whipped bear. A neighbor of Dr.
Clark owned pet bear Of ordinary size
One day while visiting his neighbor
Jack and the bear fell out, and each
squared himself for tight. Jack helt
himself of until he found an opportun'
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23
iIANKATo FREE Press.
Mrrmnnisr CmNECn

(n>IENAEl METHODIST CutECn
~ Services SUNDAY uirruiHg in:Sl, EVENINGS
IT s:so, PRAYER meetings. - 80 Thursday
evening. Class Nivetiuc- sabbath noon and
evening ani Tuesday evening, ~ class rooms.
Seats free. strangers cordially invited. j.
W. Martin, pastor. Residence NJ. .oi, State
street.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1883-03-23

a boy by the name Of Sharp was
crossing North Elkhorn ON the ica near
Georgetown, when he broke through
and was unable to get out. His dog. Il
large st. Bernard, attempted TO rescue
him. but failing, went up on the bank
and set up such 4 continued bowling
that some wOrkmcn IN IN adjoining
field were attracted to the spot. They
procured q long pole and helped the
boy out. although he was in almost II
senseless stupor. -. Louisville Courier
journal.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
PETTIS, BASSETT 6 CO..
THE NEW STREET RAILWAY.
What Mr.. Everett Has to Say OF the Failure
of the Ordinance.

The effect Of the adverse action of the Council,
Monday night, relative to the Metropolitan
Street Railway Company is not fully deter
mined. Mr.. Henry A. Everett made the follow
ing statement to reporter yesterday: ave
came here in good faith to invest capital in
what we think would be profitable enterprise.
and with no intention to iniure the present com
pany. Petitions had been presented to the
Council by the Board of Trade, the Manufacture
ers' and shippers Association and by citizens
generally. asking that we be permitted to CON
srruet system of railway lines IN this city, and
in pursuance of this demand we introduced an
ordinance which we think is fair and hon
orable in its requests and guarantees. The
another line operated in this city, and our enter
prise will therefore remain In statu quo awaiting
n change Of mind on the part Of the Council"
Mr.. Everett expressed regret that resolutions
should have been introduced by friends of the
old company making certain demands upon it,
for fear that tile new company would be accused
of attempting to hamper the Citizens Company.
He felt very grateful to the press and tn the cit
z-ns of Indianapolis for their kind reception and
assistance, and said that he and his associates
stood ready ut any time to invest their capital
here at any time that the members of the Couu-
Gil should see fit 10 reconsider their action. He
Join in the enterprise, but II IL was considered
hazardous they would be willing TO furnish all
the money needed. Mr.. Everett left the city
last evening, and will not return until called
back by o favorable reconsideration Of the
Councils adverse action.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
The Argument in the Jeter trial.

Mr.. II. NJ. Spaan made the second plea for the
prosecution in the Jeter murder trial, yesterday.
His argument was concise ana strong, and was
delivered with good effect. Major Gordon fol-
lowed for the defense, occupying the entire at
ternoon. He made q most exhaustive review of
the testimony, and made an impussioned appeal
to the jury. with very perceptible effect. The
essence of his argument was that Jeter had
been dragged and rendered irresponsible, and
that he could not distinguish between the MUIR
dered policeman and the gang OF roughs who
had been mistreating him. Mr.. John s. Duncan
will follow for the defense. and Prosecutor
Brown will conclude for the State. The argu-
ment win probably be concluded this afternoon,
and the case given to the jury.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
Read and Be Hsnnv.

To think of the great mark-down in price of
Boots and Shoes now to take place-the biggest
cut of the season for this week only-to make
room for the large shipments now coming in
and being opened daily. Some of the "fnest''
and best grade of goods for the price ever en-
tered this city, to be closed out ut the famous
Buffalo Shoe Store at great bargain. Fine line
in mems wear, Hartford goods" Hunt & Hoi-
brook, Arnold & Leatherbee. Ladies' fine shoes
Dimon & Disbrow, G. T. Morrow's make, and
many Others Think of 1t, splendid Button
Shoes for Ladies' 81 .25; fine Kid Button, 81 .65:
Misses, from 95 cents to 81 5O-gOod goods;
Chidren's, all prices from 10 cents up. Rubber
goods at wholesale prices, all kinds. Remember
the store, 66 East Washington street.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
Suits for Damages.

Maria Smith is suing ex-Sheriff Adams before
Judge Taylor for false imprisonment She was
several months ago adjudged insane, ard the In
sane Hospital being full, she was cared for at
the jail.
In Judge Walkers oourt LIMA NJ Henderson,
of Southport ia plaintiff in action for 80, 900
damages against Noble Juddtior imprisonment
for alleged horse-stealing
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
Poisonous Coloring Materials.

The Governor has received letter from Lord
Saekvilie West, OF the British legation at Wash
ingtOn, asking copies of Indiana's laws relating
to the use and manufacture of poisonous color
ings in wall papers and textile fabrics. Indiana,
however, has no laws bearing upon such abuses.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
You Butter Have One of Them,

We are agents for the sale of the GOshen oval
churn, which is having very large sale; very
substantially made, cheap, handsome and does
excellent work. Ask your merchant for them.
Also for the Enamel mixed paint, ready for use
and guaranteed better and cheaper than white
lead. Send for color card. Rapid Ice-oream Freez-
ers. HILDEDRAND d FUGArE. 35 S. Meridian St
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
Still Another.

The shelbyville Democrat of yesterday says:
ga delegation of hturiated pOlicy-holders in the
'AmicaDle Investment Company went to Indi-
annapolis, Saturday, and read the rioJ act to the
officers of the concern. The boys made it hot
for the company, but they received but little
informntionO
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
Another New Paper.

1.-THE Fanciers Gazette" is the title of q new
poultry paper published here. 1t is edited and
illustrated by D. N Pierce, of Corning, Ia, and
the first number ia n very credtable one.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21

is composed of me fifty people, heuded BY the
well-knowD pantOmimists, Maitt and Bartholo
new and the Martinettis. and Introduces a grand
English lletled by the premiers, MILES SOhlke,
Elise, Pasta ana Ariel, and ii full corps OF secun-
dos and cOryphees. The company has met with
decided success all over the country.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21

T=DREssEs closks, coats, stockings and all
garments can be coored successfully with the
Diamond Dyes Fashionable colors only 10 cents.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21

THE most necessary piece OF furniture TO a
business man Ia convenient Office desk, King
d Elder have them III all styles,
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
NOTES


Ktyalfy's "Back Crook" will be the attraction
at Engish's the first three nights of next week,
and Lolita the last three.
Prof Mcknight and pupils will produce the
fairy operetta, 1.-THE Naiad Queen" at the Park
Theater the week Of April o.
The last three nights of next week the Grand
Opera-house will he occupied by Sol smith Rus
sell in his popular comedy drama, "Edgewood
Folks"
The Zoo has the best variety show of the sea-
son by long odds, and the attendance is very
large. Madge Aston and the Smith Sisters are
the bright particular stars.
Roland Reed will appear at the Grand to-mor-
row night and during the remainder of the week
in his new play Check" with which he has met
with considerable success. Reed Is a comedian
OF some note, and he is said to have q company
of unusual merit.
Miss Charlotte Thompson, one of the best &C.
tresses before the public. will be the attraction
at Englsh's the last three nights of the week In
"Jane Eyre" Tomorrow night and Saturday
matineel, "Mss Mutton" (Fciday night and
"East Lynne" Saturday night) Reserved seats
for the engagement can now be had at the box
office
Thomas w Brown, representing the new spec
tacular extravaganza, the "Devips Auction" is
In town making arrangements for the appear
auce OF his company at the Park Theater Mon
day and Tuesday evenings next The company
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21
RYAN. the Halter.

81 and 90 South Illinois street.
Ryan, the Mems Furnisher, 81 aud % South
Illinois street.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21

MARTHA Opereta in two acts ..........v Ripper
Martha Won Laugeweil. $500. Mr.. Pm. Wust
Nanny MF. a. IJi1luS
Lieutenant v. Kitzeiwitz. Mr.. j. P. Frenzel
FHssnS 4f a. aeSelsF
1ulHcco. dBrr Ripper
e. Dur. NJ. v. Weber
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1883-03-21

Die schlafkameraden Operetta in

Count ReichensteiD.. MIR. A. Bennerseheidt
Anton, his servant Mr.. 4. Heckler
Innkeeper on the Rhjne...- Mr. ]. p. Frenzel
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-01-17

TIE B1eaEsT Hoe IN THE WORLD
The GAINESVILLE (Tenn.) Democrat
gives the following as the dimensions
of hog owned by Dr.. Greenfield, OF
Guthrie, KY:
This hog is of the big.bone Berk.
shire, three feet seven inches high.
nine feet from nose to the tip OF the
tail, measures seven feet around the
body just behind the shoulders, and
eleven and half inches around ths
leg just above the hoof. He is onl,
moderately fat, but very thrifty, ane
taking on flesh rapidly-weighs l2O(
rounds, and DR.. Greenfield thinks
he will take on 300 pounds NOR
flesh; has a SOW the same age tina
weighs 900 pounds.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-01-17
The Presidential Succession.
TEXT OF THE BILL RECENTLY PASSED BY
THE SENATE.

The bill to provide for the perform
ance of the duties of the Office of Pres
ident in case oi the removal, death,
resignation or inability both of the
President and Vice President, passed
by the Senate, enacts that in case of
the removal, death, resignation or in
ability both of the President and Vice
President of the United States the
Secretary ofstate, or if there be none
or 10 case OF his removal, death, resig-
nation or inability, then another mem
Der Of the Cabinet, in this order Of
precedence, Secretary of the Treasury,
Secretary Of War, Attorney General
Postmaster General, Secretary of the
Navy, Secretary of the Interior, shall
act as President until the disability is
removed or until the vacancy is other
wise lawfully filed, such officer being
eligible to the Office of President under
the Constitution and not under arti-
cles of impeachment by the Houss of
Representatives at the time the pow
era and the duties Of Office shall de-
volve upon; provided, that whenever
the powers and duties of President of
the United States shall devolve upon
any of the persons named, if Congress
be then not in session or if it would
not meet regularly within 20 days
thereafter, it shall be the duty of the
person upon whom said powers and
, duties shall devolve to issue procla'
/, nation converting Congress in extra
!. ordinary session, giving 20 days no
tice of the time of meeting.
SEC. 2. That the preceding section
!. shall only be held to describe and ap
ply to those appointed by the advic'
and consent of the Senate to tue off.
( Ger therein named.
ri SEC. 8. That section JAG, Revisei
Statutes, is hereby repealed.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-01-17

--NrsErEEN State Legislatures are
now Ia session, and six more are to
convene during the present month
The "assembled wisdom" viii have
q lively time this winter In making
new laws and patching up cd ones
Biennial sessions appear to have
brought much less relief in this res.
pect than it was at first supposed
they would.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-01-17

A BIG SUCCESS. My wife was in
bed two years With complication OF
disorders her physicians could not
cure, whea was led TO try Parker's
Ginger Tonic. 1t was a big success.
Three bottles cured her, at cost OF
a dollar and fifty cents, and she is
now 40 strong as any woman. r.
H.. Buffalo.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-01-17

"A YourH 10 the Philadelphia
PuAllc Schools studied 80 hard that
his mind became impaired. Hear.
ing that it was the intention Of his
parents to place him in an Insane
Asylum, be committed suicide by
taking laudanum.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1883-01-17

--IT is said that Mr.. Abbey has
engaged Patti to sing next season In
the new Opera House in New York,
which he has secured. Campanini
has been engaged at $1,000 night
for 70 nights Of the seven months
season.