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Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-10-25

The Indian farmers on Pyramid
lake, Nevada, thrash their wheat by
hand and winter it in baskets, Just as
the Egyptians did three thousand
years ago.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
KEEPING TENDER HEARTS.
Distribution OF Prizes TO Child EssayIsts
on Kindness 10 Animals.

Distribution OF Prizes TO child EssayIsts
on Kindness TO Animals.
On Saturday afternoon n meeting was held
at tho High School of the mombors Of the
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to AMI
mails, as also a number of the scholars and
teachers of the public schools. Judge Mac
Arthur. the president Of the society presided.
Tho report of tho examining committee on
prizes. consisting of Hon. DOrman Il. Ea-
ton, Hon. John Eaton, commissioner of
education; Prof. S. NJ. Shutc, d. d.. professor
OF English literature in the Columbian univer-
sity; Mrs. Admiral Murray, Mrs. Oliver
Risley Seward, Mrs. A. A. Hayes, and Miss
Poets, was submitted, and tho awards made
were as follows
High School-Miss Cora Paxton, $40. Hon
orable meution--Miss Hilda North, Miss An
ME Leonard aud Miss Maggie Wolhampter.
Eighth Grade Prize S5-Charles $: kalb,
age 16. Honorable mention-Ora w. L..
Slater and Miss Virginia Castillo.
Seventh Grade-AgnCs II. Park, age 10, So.
Honorable menton-Argyle Mackcy and
Amy G. Rock.
Sixth Grade Charles BENJAMIN. $3.50.
Honorable mention Miss Lille Walker, Miss
Evolino Breed and Miss josephine Jones,
Fifth Grade-Garnctt Lee Hobbs, $3.50.
Honorable mention-F. w. Witel, hiss Lizzie
Price, and Miss Lizzie Lineaweaver.
Fourth Grade-Edward Hoffman, 81 Hon.
orable mention-Adelaide Lavender Charles
Bryan, Constantine Sherman.
Third Grade-Miss Elsie Roche, aged s, 81
Honorable menton-lIoward ID. Orr Ma
thanicl Wells, Miss Lillio Diggs, Harold Doyle,
and Miss Ida Lucas.
The contributions of prizes were made by
Mrs. Admiral Murray, to be awarded by tho
society for the best compositions upon the
subjects of kindness to Animals" and
"Our Dumb Animals and How TO Treat
Them The hearty cooperation of Mr.. j. o..
Wilson, superintendent OF schools, in the plan
insured its success Thirteen thousand pupils
in the schools competed for the prizes.
A yearly subscription to OW Dumb dnimdts,
published by the Boston society for the pre-.
vention of cruelty to animals, will be sent to
six of the pupils of the lower grades whose
compositions are especially meritorious as
showing originality in tender sentiment and
love for animals. The report Of the COM
mittee stated that the essays were Of high
order of merit, and reflected credit upon the
training received in the public schools.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

New YORK, April 27-At the regular meet
ing of the executive committee of the Ma
tional Association of Amateur Oarsmen last
night the following gentlemen were present:
II. w. Garfield, Albany, president; G. s..
Peterson, New York; w. Il. Tucker, Phila-
delphia; IL. X. Hinchman, Philadelphia; w.
II. Gibson, Washington j. II. Houghton,
Boston, and N, $. Mullin, Newark, n. J. The
definition of Il junior is now "one who has
never rowed in a senior race or won as junior,
except in reEattas confined to his own club"
A regatta committee may order q race rowed
over again, or award prize to whom it may
desire, in case there is suspicion of dis
honesty, and q referee may, in certain cases,
allow fouled competitor to start in the final
heat. The next regatta will be held at Wat
kins's lake. on the 18th and 18th Of August.
John Kilrain, who won the junior champion
ship as John Kilion, was disqualified for
sparring with Charley Mitchell for money.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

that he was called the Conquistador; that he
conquered all the country, which probably
made them think we called Chilian cas-
tilian-in short, we threw all tho history we
knew away before them and they looked not
q whit the wiser until One Eye remarked that
Lima was sometimes called the City oil tho
Kings--he was sure of that-but tho name oil
Pizarro meant nothing to any of the trio, so
we reluctantly left and went on down the
alley until we saw nice.lookiDg negro
tailor sewing at his door and at
tackled him. Did he know Pizarro's housef
Yes, he did There it was behind us, the first
one he had seen us go into; he was quite sure
that il was the house Of Pizarro, the Spaniard
called the conquoror; he had been told so
always and had lived thcrc a long while, and
SO, as his testimony coincided with all we
had read we went back to tho dirty court
and tried to get up somo moro sentiment,
but the day was hot and the three idiots from
the shop came out and ga2ed at us with open
eyes and mouths and rulllod us SO that
We turned around. fired off a few more
historical shots at them, which caused their
retreat, and returned to Callao wishing the
government would take the old palace and
clean ii out and use it for library or some
Othor purpose which would insure its being
preserved as well as kept in condition to visit.
MARGUERITE DICKINs,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
A SCULPTOR sUFFoCArED.
George r.. Ewing Found Dying i'm HIS
Room In the Brevoort House.

Room III hne bfeNOOrt
New YoRK, April 27.-Georgo Il. Ewing,
the sculptor, of Philadelphia was found dead
in his room yesterday in the Brevoort house,
in this city, whore he was introduced three
weeks ago by Henry Irving the actor. The
sculptor occupied double apartments In tho
hotel, which no used as n studio and Sleep
ing room. lie entered the Brevoort house at
an early hour yesterday morning and retired
to his room. When q chambermaid knocked
at his door few hours later there was no
response. She climbed up to the transom
and looked in. There was an odor of gas and
Mr.. Ewing was stretched out on tho bed. Ho
was partly dressed. The girl gave the alarm
and the door was broken open. One Of the
gas Jets was found to be partly turned on.
Mr.. Ewing was breathing heavily and medi-
cal aid was summoned. Efforts were made
to resuscitate him, but thoy were Of no avail,
aud he died shortly afterward.
Dir. Ewing was born in Glasgow, Scotland,
ffty-fve years ago He graduated from the
Glasgow high school, and at the ago of 10
went to Rome, where for three years he
studied under Gibson, tho celebrated sculptor.
On his return from Italy he settled perua-
nontly in London, whore he earned most of
his celebrity and where he made the ac-
quaintauco of the lady who aftorward became
his wife. His most imposing work was tho
colossal statue of Robert Burns, which was
erected in Glasgow. and Is now ono of the
sights of the city. He modelled several mem
bers of the royal family, among others the
Princess Beatrice and her children. His bust
of Shakespeare holds an honorod place in tho
London lyoeum. Mr. Ewing camo to America
in February, 1852, and after years labor in
New York, won't to Philadelphia, residing at
l400 Filbert street.
His first work there was o fine bust Of tho
late DIR. PanoOast. This was followed by plaster
models Of many well-known Philadolphiaus,
including u bust of James l.. Caghorn, presi-
don't Of the Academy Of Fine Arts, Among
his last works in this city was n mask taken
from the face of William Smith, Mayor
Smiths fnther, after death. The bust was not
completed. Mr.. Ewing and Henry Irving
were friends of many years standing, aud
tho models Of MIR. Irving and Miss Terry,
upon which he was working at the time OF
his death, were started In Philadelphia dur
ing Mr.. Irvings second visit here The
model of Miss Terry was full-slze figure OF
Opbelia while that of Mr.. living was de-
signed for large Hamlet medallion. lie
leaves two brothers, now residing in Glasgow.
His wife died several years ago.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

From the publishers, John F. Ellis & Co.,
of this city, have been received the following
musical composition: sleep, Soldier Sleep"
a decoration day ode, words by Maj. +. NJ =.
Clarke, and "Chidhood's Sunny Days"
words by John 8, Slater, the music Of both
being by Steven il. Jecko, and "Katnks," a
polka by Hubbard 7. Smith, Both the com
posers arc Washington musicians Prof.
Jecko has already given evidence OF his
ability in previous efforts which have bocom o
popular, and both the ode and the song arc
pleasing in melody and harmony. The polka
"Katinka" Is brilliant composition, perfect
in movement, sparkling in theme, and with
a richness of coloring that inspires wish to
see more work from the author.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
Ruried with Honors.

NEW YORK, April 27.-The funeral of DR..
James Bryan, the founder of the medical and
surgical institute, took place to-day. Rev.
DR.. Eaton, of the Madison Avenue Universal
list church, oiiiciated. The funeral services of
the late Emerson Opdyke were held to-day at
the Church of the Divine Paternity, Madison
avenue, Rev. Charles ii. Eaton officiating.
Among those present were Gen. III. A. Bar
mum, Gen. Charles p. Stone, DIR. William l..
poot, Stephen II. Waiter. Gen. Benj. III. Bris-
tow, and Cornelius L. Bliss. Tho remains will
be taken to Warren, Ohio for interment.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
AN "oUT-oF-DooRs DAY,

Babies, Lovers, and Other People Cele-
brnte the Advent OF Gentle Spring.
Gorgeous spring" donned its most beauti-
full attire yesterday. During the entire day
the sun shone brightly except at intervals,
when heecy clouds, passing rapidly across
the sky, interposed and cast their shadows
athwart the many green lawns and spreading
trees of the national capital. The parks aud
triangular squares presented an unusually
pretty scene. Aside from the natural beauty
of blossoming vines and plants, these
reservations were occupied during the day
and evening by throngs Of nurserymaids with
their infant charges and pairs of young men
and women enjoying tho variegated scenery
and delicately-s air. For the first time
during the spring of 1854 q season Of balmy
weather has invited the young and the old to
out-of-door recuperation and enjoyment.
Babies imprisoned by siege of stormy and
cherries wintry weather were out in
force, their tinted robes contrasting
prettily with the dark green foliage
of many trees and plants When the shades
of night fell over the picturesque scene 1t
was like n mystic screen concealing from a
curious gaze many wooing couples who sought
isolation under the cover of the twilight, that
their tales Of love might be heard by no i'm
pertinent listeners.
The avenues wero thronged with pedes-
trisns who displayed the latest spring styles
in all their glory. The temperature at one
time during the day was of a summer sultri-
ness, and one man was observed experiment
ing with a sun glass in lighting a cigarette.
He was successful. 4 large number Of ele-
CANT eQuipages were out ON the avenues, and
the churches us a general thing were well at
tended. LaIer on the in the afternoon the
many stylish ''turnOuts,' with their liveried
coaclmrn and iGotmcn seen upon the
avenues and fashionable drives leading out
of the city were particularly noticeable. The
livery stable men did a thriving business. A
special feature of yesterday was the number
. OF rcd seaside parasols that the ladies carried
aud which, while shielding their fair faces
from the sunshine, at the same time reflected
upon them a color which much enhanced
their beauty. 4 red parasol is a much better
cosmetic than some others that the ladies
use, and far more economical
Many compacts will be scaled for life and
many puny children will he rescued from
disease, BY exercise and fresh air, before the
.M6shington marking stusunN closes.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
Commissioner Internal Re
Hardened IiNcr.

Five years ago 1 broke down with kid
ney and liver complaint and rheumatism.
Since then / have been unable to be
about at all. My liver became hard like
wood my limbs were puffed up and
filled with water. All the best physicians
agreed that nothing could cure me. |
resolved to try Hop Bitters. 1 have used
seven bottles. The hardness has all gone
from my liver, the swelling from my
limbs, and il has worked miracle in
my case; otherwise would have been
now in my grave, j. w. MoREY.
Buffalo, Oct. /, 1881.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

Work upon the Washington monument,
which had been for several days suspended
on account of a strike among the stonecutters,
was resumed on Saturday. They have thus
far cut the stone for use to height of 47O
feet. More work is required at this point on
account OF the foundation for the arch which
is TO support the pyramidal covering for the
monument. The stonecutters claimed that
they could not make reasonable wages unless
the price Of the work was advanced Col.
Casey acceded to their demands. The work
Of laying stone will be resumed to-day.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
An Eight-Pounder ExpIodes.

ANNAPOLIS, April 26.-Tho premature ex-
ploson of shell on board the steamer Wy
oming, while the cadets of the naval academy
were at practice to-day, caused the destruc-
tion of an eight-inoh Psrrott rife, but did no
other damage. A similar accident occurred
on the Standish last week. The gunnery
drills which have been going on for several
weeks have been discon ntinued. They will be
resumed upon the arrival of the board of
of visitors to tho academy on the 1st Of June.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
He Married His Mother-in-Ln,v.

HILLsBoRo, ILL, April 27,--Isasc McLain,
who was recently divorced from his young
wife, has now added highly sensational
chapter to the romance of his life by marry
ing his mother-in-law, matron of &c. Nc
Lain is SO years old, 1t Is said that Mrs. Nc
Lain No. will make her home with her
mother, Mrs. McLain No. 2, and whatever
disadvantages may arise from this arrange
ment will be offset by the extraordinary
advantage Mr., McLain will enjoy Of being
his own father-ip-law.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
The Alleged Insurance SwindIer.

New YORK, April 27.--otto Nubbell the
alleged insurance swindler, who was arrested
month ago in this city on telegram
received from the chief of police of Chicago,
but subsequently discharged on account of
the non-arrival of requisition papers, was
rcarrested yesterday and was to-day turned
over to the custody of Detective Monaghan,
of Chicago, who immediately started west
with his prisoner. NubbelPs company Is
called the Life Insurance Company of
Illinois
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

The fair for the benefit of st, PatriGlls
church closed Saturday night, and the fol-
lowing are the winners of the articles named :;
Mrs. Velati diamond ring Rev. Father
Walter, bookcase, donated by Mrs, NJ, A,
Anderson; Miss Katie Grover rocking chair;
Rev. Father Walter, rug; Mr.. G. l.. Clarke,
parlor stove; st. Josephs and st. Nincont's
orphan asylums, each large cake |;
Miss louie Boone, music stand; Mr..
VIII Way, gold headed cane; Carroll
institute, crayOn picture of Father
Walter; Mr.. George s. l.iyingtoHe, gold
headed cane; Miss Katie Borrows fair vases;
Sergt. Boyle, box Havana cigars; Miss Waters,
music rack; Miss MOllie Durnan, rug; Mr..
James Talkey, set of harness. Miss Webbor,
gold cross; Ar, David Mckenzie, meerschaum
pipe; Master Romie Aagee, organette B. A.
Ryan, shaving case; Prof Harry Sherman,
baton; Master Harry Harvey, a Star bicycle
and Miss Molie Byrne, painted tambourine.
The dressing case for tho most popular real
estate agent will be awarded this evening.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

While Mr.. q. s. Rafter, of No, 5O4 Maine
avenue, was passing down Pennsylvania
avenue near Sixth streeton Sunday morning
about . o'clock he was set upon by four men,
Mr.. Rafter fought desperately, and finally es-
caped from their clutches, after leaving his
poid watch and chain valued at 37j.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
narnrfv nnI SunIerinr.

. was dragged down with debt, poverty, and SUI.
fering for years. caused by a sick family and large
bills for doctoring. ] was completely discouraged,
until one year ago, by the advice of my pastor,
commenced using Hop Bitters, and In one month
we were all we'll, and none of us have seen sick
day since. and want to say to oil poor men, you
can keep your families well year with Hop Bit.
ters for less than one doctors visit will cost
know II.
A WoRKiEGMAN.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
WhItaker's DENTAL.

I have not called a meeting Of the repub-
Iican executive committee at 3 p m. at my
Office or at any other time or place, as stated
yesterday.
Should o majority ask meeting one will
be called at such time and place as will be
convenient L. w. WHITAKER,
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
rndresrcd by tIle Flnmes.

Harriet Day, an aged colored woman who
resides at No. AIS Eighteenth street north
west, was badly burned about the face yesteF-
day afternoon by the explosion of kerosene
lamp. Her dress was entirely burned of, Tho
flames were extinguished by several neighborS.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

NEW YORK, April 27.-The steamer Celtic,
which arrived from Liverpool yesterday,
reports that on April 22, in latitude 47o AZ I,
longitude $50 Ia, she passed vessel bottom
us. The wrecked vessel was sheathed with
yellow metal. A portion OF the forward part
OF the vessel was gone.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
Eminent Testimony.

tNow York Witness, Aug. 10 1880
l find that in addition to the pure spir-
its contained in their composition, they
contain the extracts of hops and other
well-known and highly.approved medic
inal roots, leaves, and tinctures in guam
titles sufficient to render the article what
the makers claim it to be, to wit, u me-
dicinal preparation, and not a beverage
unfit and unsafe to be used except as a
medicine.
From careful analysis of their form
ula-which was attested under oath
/ find that in every wineglassful of Hop
Bitters the active medicinal properties,
aside from the distilled spirits, are equal
to n full dose for an adult, which fact, in
my opinion, subjects 1t to an internal
revenue tax as medicinal bitters.
GREEN b. RAUM,
Commissioner Internal Revenue.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

Daniel sheehan, who was dangerously cut
with razor several months ago in the capital
grounds had 30 far recovered yesterday that
he was able to be out and be arrested by
Officer Gates for disorderlY conduct.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28

Indulgence ANA ENcesses.

Whether over-eating or drinking are
made harmless by using Hop BitLors free
ly, giving elegant appetite and enjoyment
by using them before and removing all
dullness, pain, and distress afterward,
leavingthe head clear, nerves steady, and
all the feelings, buoynnt, elastic, and
more happy than before. The pleasing
effects of Christian or sumptuous din
ner continuing days afterward.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-04-28
Jos. Q. FEARNON,S SONS.

Northern, Western, Center, and Capitol liill Mar
kets, Also, FarrNgut Market Seventeenth
and II streets northwest,
The Opelousas courier., 1884-06-21

Oranges, Lemons, Raisins, Figs, But.
texnuEs, etc. IL Tho star Grocery.
The Opelousas courier., 1884-06-21
OaUmRHNG n

The Courier and Weekly Times-Democrat
one year fer $3.50;
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cate one year for $3.50
The Courier and American Agriculturist
one year for 1915
The Courier and Scientific American one
year FOR $500;
The Courier and Our Little Ones and the
Nursery one year for $3.50;
The Courier and American Farmer one year
for $500;
The Courier and Demorest's Monthly Maya
zine one year for $4.25;
The Courier aid The Breeders journal go.
cage monthly one year for $500.
Subscriptions taken for any Of these publ
cations at publishers rates.
70 Dur Agricultural Readers.
The American Agricultural is one of our
nnost valued exchanges. It has just en-.
tered upon the 43d year of its existence, with
varied Improvements, and more reading
msttar and ~engravings. 1t is invaluable tt
sh@seengaged iii farming pursuits. We vii
send tho American Agricultural and tht
EoBRzER for one year TO any address, on re,
receipt Of three dollars and seventy-fyt
cents.
The Opelousas courier., 1884-06-21
Views Of Eouisiana.
10 me plaatsrs d Maryland and Virginia.
Miles Register, Sept, IS, 1917.


Miles Register, Sept is, 1917.
ATT1KAPAs, La, Aug. s, 1917.
RrvRRs.-The T6che. and Vermilion,
III Astakapas, and M~ermentau, in Ope-
lousas. are the only rivers which flow
thr0ngh these countries. The Yer
million and Teche take rise In Opelou.
eas. and flow entirely through At
fakapas rom north TO south, when
they empty themselves Into tho sea.
Thess two rivers are connected BY
The Bayou Fusilier. Both the T6ehe
aud VermiIion are navigable for large
beats ana vessels, drawing not more
than eight feet, at all times, for one
hundred miles from their moath-the
TAche particularly So 1t is generally
sfow and slnggisla iii discourse, but dit
kimee very rapid from freshets. I6 is
never lIable til overlooking like the
Miasiaaippf Int generally very deep,
aud as high up as the town of ST. Mar
tfnsville. one hundred miles from the
moatb, il ten feet deep at all times.
Besides these rivers, there are many
smaller ones, called bayOus here, snch
as Nszpique, Plaquemine Brul6e,
Bmnf. Courtableau,, etc, in Opelousas
and CarrCn Grow, ToFtue, Sale, Cyp.
reGaort, Pettitanee, ETC., in Attakapas.
added to these, are two large and
beautiful lakes In Attakapas, from
which the finest fish are canght.
These end the water courses communi.
eating with tile Mississippi by the
hMyons Pla0nemine and La F0urche,
ara the only rivers, bayoua, etc, wCrth
mentioning and form at times q safe
and good convenience to market
TOWNs.-The most important town
Ia these two countries is that of st.
Ms~rtiBsville, which has been lately I'M
c~oFp0rased. Ii contains forty dwelling
houses, besides out houses, IL has one
R0man Catholic church and residence
for b priest, one court house and i
public Jail one academy, a small mar
kBt house, for meat only, three taverns.
three hlacksmitllss, three tailora' shops,
" boot and shohmakers' shops, one
~jaineF'a shop, one silVersnith's shop,
i've bakers shops, one timers shop
@nd tgn stores nc ii tho seat Of jus
kioa for the county of Attakapas. lii
this teWn there reside four at.
4dknAvs. att law and three physicians.
Tts inhabitants are industrious and en-
Eefpxising, and amongst them several
VERY respectable families. The inhab.
kants are generally decent In theii
department and friendly among
themselves They are chiefly French
ska Amlsricana and ONE Irish and
# IA beautifully situated on
The Opelousas courier., 1884-06-21
Newspaper Laws and ReguIa'
lions.

/. Subscribers who do not give express no,
tice to the contrary are considered wishing to
continue their subscriptions.
2. If snbscribars order the diseontinuance
of their periodicals, the publisher may cont.
nue. to send them until all arrearages are paid,
g.. Tie subscribers neglect or refuse to take
their periodicals from the office to which they
are directed, they are held responsible until
they have settled their bills and ordered them
discontinued.
4 If subscribers move to another place
without informing the publishers and the pa
pers are sent to- the former direction, they are
held responsible.
5. The courts have decided that refusing
to take the periodicals from the Office, or re-
moving and leaving them uncalled for, is pri
ma faeie evidence of Intentional fraud
S. Any person who receives a newspaper
andmakes use of ID, whether he has ordered
it or not, Is held in law to be a subscriber.
4 If Subscribers pay In advance, they are
bound to give notice to the publisher at the
end of their time, if they do not wish to con
tfnEe taking iG; otherwise the publisher il
authorized to continue sending it on, and the
Subscribers will be responsible until an ex
press notice, with payment of all arrears, i
sent to the publisher.