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Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

There will he Christmas tree at the
school house in Gravelville CD Christ.
mas eve this year. The people of that
settlement are taking quite an interest in
the affair, and the little folks there evi-
IDENTIFY have quite treat in store.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
SOCIETIES and CHURCHES

WORKMAN POST No. 81 G. A. lR-Meots on
the LIST Saturday in each month at O'clock in
the afternoon, and on the 3rd Saturday in each
month at 730 in the evening. - 49, , ...4~. =:
aat E. II. FARNHAM, Commandant.
R.W. JONES, AdjutaHt. - l&s> y. :. -
LITTLE FALLS LODGE, NO. 14o, 4. F.&A.
M.-Stated communications the LIST and ard
= 80 70 ). II. RHODES, W.M. !
LYMAN sIGNOR, Secretary. '5.#2 ~.
GRANITE LODGE, NO. q, KNIGHTS OF
PYTHIAs.-Neets every Wednesday, evening at
the Knights hall over VIM. Buffers store. s
IS +. II. HARRISON, C. C. G
JOHN DORIAN, K.ef r. s. &5 way
SONS OF TEMPERANCE, DIVISION NO.
I05.-Meets ut the hail over Buffers store every
Tuesday evening LEWIS RAIDER, W.P. &
HOWARD KUNDELL, r. 6. >..s e.
CATHOLIC CIURCH-Rev. Father Fortier,
priest High mass Sunday morning at 1890,
and low mass Sunday morning at $50 FespeYs
~ 2 Snnday afternoon Low nass every morn
Ing at $50 s5 ZS. ~ 81 e'=E d IfSz5S351 T
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

! George Whitcomb of Alexandria, col
Letting agent for the assignee Of the St
! Paul harvester Works, has been in
Little Falls for several days. T. j.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

The Educational column did not ap-
pear in the Sun this week. When such
writes AZ Argus are allowed space there,
decent people will shup it..
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

We have now On hand splendid as
sortment of Cloaks, Dolmans, Russian
Circulars, New Markets, etc, on which
we viii guarantee to save you money.
RICHARD Bros.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

The latest news from Mrs. r. J. T.
White Of St. Paul is that her health is
slightly improved, although she is still
cutie low.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Conductor Corcoron fell off his freight
train few days ago on the N. +. be-
tween Belle Prairie and Fl. Ripley, and
will be laid up for several weeks.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

c. d. Auver had one Of his cheeks
frost bitten while going home on " ednes.
day evening. 1t is q rank old polar
wrve that will tackle Newspaper IN an's
cheek, but 1t was freezing everything in
sight that evening.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

w. W. Balm Of Culdrum says that it is
noticed in his ncighborhood that deer
are more plenty since the season for leg
ally killing them has ended. '*
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

The land sales Of the Northern Pacific
in Minnesota, Dakota aud Montana dur
ing the last three days aggregate upward
Of 10000 acrts.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

There will be christmas services at
the Episcopal church in this village by
Rev. Dr. Hawley of Brainerd.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

cY- Do not forget that YOU can get
more goods Of any description for one
dollar at Tanners than at any other
store in town. His stock is always full
and complete.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

The gross earning Of the Nertheh Pac-
ific during the secon weeg Of Decs mber
were $19S781. an increase of 1851,
compared with last wear.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Brainerd Journal; Fred Pike an n.
P, Brakeman, was killed at Nadtnw on
Wednesday. He got of the engine
while the train was moving slowly and
ran back on the ground to turn switch,
but slipped on some ice and fell under
the wheels, which passed over hi. body,
causing instant death. The remains
were brought to his city and shipped to
his relatives at Portland, Mxine.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Several Royalton boys came up to
Little Falls last Saturday evening to en-
Joy an evenings sport at the Kinks and
other places in town.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

If you wish to make handsome
Christmas present, select something
from my stock OF French mirrors,
cut glass perfumery bottles, etc,
J. W.CIOGE.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

We have just received forty barrels OF
mess pork at the Little Falls Meat
Market, which we will sell at $16.50 pe,
barrel. J. P. SMITH & Co.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
Fine Toilet SOaDS,

I have for sale ct my drug store the
largest and finest assortment Of toilet
soaps ever in Little Falls
! " GLOBE
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

4 Sam Walker, of the Brainerd meat
maaket, was ia town yesterday, and
bought large amount Of produce and
meat from j, r. Smith u Co.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

We have now full stock of Flanuels
Repellents, fCassimeres. Mackinaws
Blankets, Gents Underwear, Ladies'
Underwear, Children's Underwear, TO
which we respectfully draw your atten-
ton. A call will convince you that these
hard times we are willing to divide The
profit with our customers.
g RICHARD Bros
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

:'Darling, how pretty you look with
!Aat new dress; it is SO elegant and 40
becoming. You displayed great deal
of taste in its selection" Dear husband,
you mus. give Richard Bros. part OF tho
credit, for they keep such nico assort-
ment Of Dress Flannels in fancy plaids
aud plain celors that one cannot fail to
get nice dless.'' *z{#H
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

| Manager Mcmillan of the Popular
rink is trying to arrange match game
Of Polo with the Sank Centre club.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

The concert hand dance takes place at
the Popular rink on Christmas night,
Dec. Is. All are invited.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
A few ladies' furs
at cost at WetZelS'

Come and examine our stock Of dress
goods this fall; it will pay YOU.
RICHARD Bros.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

I have the finest lot Of lamps in towr
and they are for sale at the lowest
prices; call and see them.
J. W. BERG.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

fw-GREAT REDUCTlON! I have
lust received a lot of stoves which I will
sell very cheap. J. W. BKRG,
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Velvesens in black and all the
fashionable colors for dresses can be
found at RICHARD Bros
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Staples wishes to inform the public
that they will never have such another
opportunity for buying silverware as at
present, as you can now buy il for about
the amount Of value that there is ON the
ware. Awful bargains! Call AMI see
for yourself. - -. a- >..-. .
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Babies photographed on the jump at
the gallery over the furniture store.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

tT- Never before did YOU have the
opportunity Of buying everything in the
jewe]ry line as cheap as you have this
year. Call and see Staples the :eweler.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Ice skating was quite good on the
river last week, but The fall of snow a
few days ago spoiled it ALL
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

EY Staples has got the boss lot of
Ho]ida' Goods.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

eB Meyer has sjlverware been as
cheap as it is at the present time, and in
all probability it never will be again.
Call at Staples and see the bargains in
silver ware. -.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

! have the largest line Of Crockery
and Glassware in this city.
( -.y.x, ~ - G. G. SIMMONS.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

H. A. Rider, Of the N. p engineering
department, was in town Wednesday on
railroad business.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

There was slight fall OF snow the
frs, Of the week, but there is not yet
enough for sleighing.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

WANTED-Rags in exchange for
goods at j. W. BERG's.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Capt. Houelc has his private rooms in
the second story Of his brick block fitted
up in fine style.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

S. N. Thompson of Gray Eagle is in
town. He is putting in 10000 ties 70,
J. c. Flynn this winter.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

/ Our stock of boots and shoes for
winter wear have been received. Call
and see them, We are selling The best
goods at the lowest prices.
-. - HEBRON B:Ds.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
Treasurer-Henry Rrsicot.

1t is claimed by collectors that several
of The farmers Of the county who gave
cha,tel mortgages on their growing
crops last summer have now sold their
grain, and of course it cannot be found
by those holding tse mortgages. The
law provides heavy penalty for the
punishment Of those dispoeipg Of proper
~ in this condition, and it is probable
that al example will be made Of some Of
the offenders.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

1 pair Of good work oxen for sale cheap
A. TANKER.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

AS good rs gold, and No fancy price
the best teas in town for the money a
TANNERS
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

tB-Go 10 Priest Bros where you get
your m oney's worth, and the right change
back.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Signor Basco at Leland's rink on
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
evenings, Dec. % to rs.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
Sheds. Sle.ts, Sheds.

A large stock 'f the celebrated T. &.
Mand! sieds for sale cheap at my Office.
Strong and durable, aud the bes, in the
market. T. W. COLLINS.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Garland Stoves-lhe best in the world
at j. W. BERq's.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

evA At Staples, the jrHp|er, call and
see the beautiful casters, cake dishes,
pickle dishes, butter disheS, berry dishes,
spoon holders, ice pitchers, cologne sc.s,
Knives forks and spoons and pi: kpives,
and Oh my how cheap.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

A full assortment Of fresh groceries
always to be had at
&. g. SIMMONS
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
100000 BRICK

Bottled Buddweizer beer for sale at
SPRANDEL'S
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

For sale cheap at my yard on the Little
Falls IS Dakota. Prices very low.
O. DUcLox. :
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
STABLES wishes to inform the =

Lime, plaster and cement at
J. W. BERG's.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

g. Toilet articles and perfumery bottles
at Closes,
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

~ \ nice Christina, present w,nld he
one Of chose tinc French plate glass
mirrors for s.tle at Nln.e's ArNg. Store
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Mrs. +. B:Thompoa of Brainsrd vas
in town part Of the week visiting Mrs
II. D. Wood
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

New winter bats and trimmings 1T
MRS PERI.Ev's.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

a cloudy day is just as go'd as "A clear
orc for max ing pictures. Meal.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Patterns, Patterns, Patterns.
We baye the sole agency OF this town
for tho celebrated Buttsrick patterns, and
we will always keep a good stock on
hand Mail orders solicited
RICHARD BKos.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
Butter, Butter

Good Butter in prints and jars at
G.. G. SIMMONs'
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

wGo to Sprandsl's and get q deli
cious claret punch these warm days.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Tom and Jerry at S?KANDEL'B
You can get more sugar,
You can get more dried fruit Of any
kind,
You can get more soap,
You can get more and better Tea,
You can &C. mere Of any class Of grs'4
ceries FOR ONE DOLLAR al my store
than a' any other place in town.
A. TANNKK.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

The graded school in this village
closes to-day for two weeks holidays
vacation.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

For 70 mice G>sat'isdeai az
9,ress nat for your best
siz'z so to
Futile 81 Churchill :.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
House to Rent.

Inquire of 0. A. CHURCHILL.
l will sell tickets from, Little Falls t.
any part of Europe, and also all consulo'
business done J. @. Fl EssEL.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Staples, the Jewcler, repairs sewing
machines, and makes them work as. good
rs new.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

!. Lubin's celebrated perfumery at ;
.:.@> -. CLOSES.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
Honey, Honey, Honey. II
For sale at C.. 6. SIMMOy4.

YARNS! YARNS :: YARNS !.
A full stock of yarns. now OF, hand.
comprising saxonys, Zephyrs, German
| town, German Knissing, COMMON, on !
| knitting, and ho,nespun, which We are ar48
selling very cheap. RICHARD Bros.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Warm meals at all hours at
CLYDE's
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Schmidt's Powder Soap, used for al
kinds Of cleaning, for sale by
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

The state authorities have refused TO
accept the bonds Of N, Richardson, judge
Of probate elect, and Frank Ellenbecker,
county auditor eject, and these gentlemen:
cannot take their Offices until new bonds
are provided and the county commission.
srs approve them. The difficulty with
the bonds 10 both cases was technical
one .....
Dave Conner, Who has chsrge Of a
lumber camp on Platte river for n. P.
Clarke, was in town yesterday. He says
that there is enough snow in the piner-
les to carry or lum bering, but with more
snow the work could bo carried on to
better advantage. lie has a small clew
this year, less than twenty men and ex.
poets TO bank about 100000 feet of logs.
An advertisement for the American
| Agricu|turalist will be found on The las,
page Of this issue. The paper is the best
published for those desiring information
of value and interest to the farming
classes. and its remark able cheapness
places it within the reach of all. \
farmer could not invest small amount
of money to a better advantage than to
subscribe for this er.
Tie Little Falls Lodge No. 140 a. r
and A. NJ. held their annual election o!
officers last eveniug, with the following
result:
W. M L. G. Worthington,
S. WA. F. Storey.
J. W.. W. Berg
Secretary-L, Signor.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Rev. D. c. Reid is in town, and assist
ed at the concert entertainment last
evening.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

"Say jim. where Is The best place to-
buy c}orhins?' "Why, man, you must;
nave been ont with fre~ly's expedition
not to knoH that Rich .rl Bros is Nv far
the best place in town; they certainly
will save you from Is to 20 per esnr if
YOU buy Of tl,cm.'
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Lamps, Lamps, Lamps.
Call and see my new stock Of lamps.
G. q. SIMNoSs
Stoves cheaper than ever at
J. w. BERGs
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

I. Andrew Fergus, an I'D lime Lisf'e
Falls hoy, made his old hanle 4 as.t It
visit the hsst@of ti,a week lis 81 ~
James Fergus, was one of the leading
citizens Of this part Of the county
twenty-five Years ago. They ,.,5$zt d
place for Montana about twenty yc:Js
ago, and are DOW in the stock raising
business near TT. Maginnis, Montana.
Andrew Ief, Liulc Falls for Minneapolis
Tuesday, and viii spend the winter in
the States. He contemplate, buying a
large number of young cattle in II e
spring and shipping them to Montana 10
faitcn. e..
An Agricultural machinery agen. in-
formed rs that the farmers of Culdr1m,
AZ class, were the most prompt paying
ones IN the county. The reason given
was the farmers Of Culdrum give most IT
their attention TO stock raising, which
all acknowledge pays the best There
Is always market for stock and the re-
turns are large. Farmers IN other parts
of the county are as honest us the thrifty
settlers Of CuIdrur, but their plan of de-
voting their energies to wheat raising
prevents them from farming at any sal
isfactory profit.
Mrs. Mary A. Te,!iord Of Ripl ey town
this county. died at her home of heart
disease, on Wednesday morning, Dec. II.
1884, at So'clock Her age was SO years,
and she was mother of Chas Tedford.
Her health had been as good as usual
until within few hours of her death,
| and her sudden death, is deeply monrned
ny relatives and large circle OF friends
The funeral will take place on Sunday
next, and services will be held at the
home at 10 O'Clock 3. NJ, anal at the
| church in this village at 80 p. NJ; the
remains will be interreu in Oakland
cemetery in this town.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19
LITTLE FALLS. DEC. 10, 1884
. LOCAL ITEMS.

Christmas next Thursday.
Deer hunting has ended.
The holiday trade has begun.
Railroad business is reported dull.
Vilaage election takes place on Jan. 6,
1885.
Our mild winter has probably gone
south
c. &. Simmons has new delivery
sleigh.
The shortest days Of the year are near
at band
J. A.. Harris, the travelling salesman is
in town.
J. ID. Laehance went to st. Paul YES
terday.
Club dance Ut the Popular rink this
evening.
These colo evenings paralyze the rink
business.
What has become Of The proposed dra-
matte club?
C. D. Stevenson of Royalton was in
town last Saturday.
Alex LcRae of Swanville was in town
on business ON Saturday.
The leap year party WAS highly en-.
joyed by all who attended.
Job work promptly, neatly and cheap.
~ executed at the Transcript office.
DIR. A. Guernoa Went IL st. Paul
Wednesday morning on short trip.
Tutle & Churchill want you to come
and see their fine line of holiday goods.
Hon. J. Simmons will not go to the
New Orleans fair until after the holidays.
D. w. Bruckhart, attorney ut law, of
Ga
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Sbeub- Wau- Wau-Gun at
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

r. c. Flyun went below Wednesday
morning for several days business
trip.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Little Falls merchants report the trade
in holiday goods better than was expect
I'd.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

D. w. Bruckliart, attorney ut law, of
St. Cloud, was in town on Saturday last.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Tutle & Churchill want you to come
and see their fine line of holiday goods
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Hon. J. Simmons will not go to the
New Orleans fair until after the HOLIDAYS.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

DIR. A. Guernoa Went IL st. Paul
"Wednesday morning on short trip.
Little Falls transcript. [volume] (Little Falls, Morrison County, Minn.) 1876-1894, 1884-12-19

Cream sle Ut Prize,
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1884-02-14
Balzac's Eccentric Ideas.

Balzac entertained many wild
ideas, but never attempted to carry
them into execution. One was to
cultivate popies in Corsica and beat
England in the Asiatic trade.
Another was to make $4,000 q
year by growing pineapples at
Vile d'Avery. Again he proposed
to search the bed of Tiber for jew
els, to open silver mines in Sardin-
ia, and to sell ring be had, which
once belonged to the Grand Mogul,
to the Emperor of China for mill
lions. But his most picturesqe
idea was to open grocery store on
the Boulevard des ltaliens, put up
the sign "Honore de::Balzac;;" dress
himself in a blouse and serve bis
custom ers, and have Cutie r to roast
the coffee, Gerard de Nerval to sell
and George Sand to take
the cash. This. he said, would set
all Paris agog, customers would
flock in by the thousands, ard he
would make an enormous fortune.