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Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27
The Puritans' Christmas.

Thanksgiving Day las been called the Puri-
tan Christmas, says DR.. Bonner. The Puritans
tried their utmost to abolish Christmas, and
made point of working on the merry day just
as usual. Nor were they altogether in the
wrong, for the best of all holidays has been
misused and made the occasion of gluttony
and debauchery. There were Christians who
thought it right and becoming on Christmas
to commit egregious excuses of all kinds, and
to engage in conduct too silly AID boisterous
for belief.
So the Puritans made it an article of their
creed not to observe Christmas at all But
human nature proved too strong for them.
Families soon fell into the way of coming to-
gether on the annual THANKSGIVING Day, and
enjoying the family feast of love and good
cheer. as their fathers had done on Christmas
for untold generations. The result is that
Americans are now blessed with two Christ
masses. one in November and one in Deem
Der. This is one Of the many advantages we
possess over other nations, and we trust that
all our readers will make the most of it. AS
we work harder than other people, it is but
reasonable that We should have an extra
Christmas.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27

them ken dance that thinks thar amt no fire
and birthstone hereafter; but, thank my
stars, dancin' is one sin I'll never have to ac-
count for
1t e-en-amost kilt Jinsy She pinched me,
ami c. ahmed her Observation-Disclosures in her
mouth to keep from laushn, for she had baen
a-wonderin il them feet had ever shuffled to
fiddle. and whispered to me, cts pity but
what she'd keep asgood watch over her tongue
as her feet"
Old Miss Green fetched long breath, and
lowed: wish had as many dollars" (puff,
puh) 'as l have danced till after midnight"
tputf. puff. '.and Id sight a-ruther my gals
would dance (pntf) ''as to play them ar
kissIn games (putf. puff. puff; "but don't
see no harm in nairy one ;puf1). "roo many
lny-tackies is made outcu mole-ho!es anyhow
to suit me-"
you uns all come in the kitchen and eat
bite OF supper" says old Mis- Robertson.
Thar is plenty OF SIGH as it is; the back
bone pie got IL loetie grain scorchcd, but
don't reckin it's hurt. Ky fetched few
reesins from the crossroads store, but they
was smack and smooth outen candy. The gals
had billed up some outen lasses. and fur as
I'm consumed, I'd ruther have it,
me too, Sister Robertson" SAYS old Miss
Green. 'Tm sorter feared of this here
painted bought truck anyhow; it might be
pisin"
They had supper enough to feed twice the
gang. Piles of spar.ribs and backbones and
sassages, and never seed the like of ginger
cakes and later custards.
Airter supper they started another play.
Made all the boys go out. and come in one at
a time. and be blindfolded, and guess which
one OF the gals kissed him. He mustn't have
but three guesses. They let Bill Gooden in
fust, gin him cheer in the middle of the floor,
blindfolded him, and al the gals sung q song, !
and marched all around him. Somebody
smacked him right dab in the mouth and run.
They then onkivered his eyes, Of.
81 guess Miss Jinsy.'
Il guess Miss Sissy Tucker"
s'No"
Il guess Miss Mandy Strong"
mo. Take your scat
Then they let in another boy, blindfolded
him, sung, and marched around, and in walked
old black Nanny Hester. the cook, and
smacked him right dab in the mouth and run
agin. They laughed powerful, and onkivered
his eyes. Bill Gooden looked cheap but in
course he wouldn't 'let the cat out" for ''mis-
cry loves company They kept comm in,
and every time old Hester black and greasy as .
pots and skillets could make her, would kiss
EN-, and run in the entry. Last they let in
Tom Davis. He thinks SO much more of his
self than anybody else thinks of him. thew was
glad of a chance to take Kim down. -
''Blindfold me good; bet can guess, says =.
he.
They marched and sung and in walked old
Hester agin. I
Jest as she kissed him he said. ssThat's
mighty sweet and grabbed her. 'It's Miss
Man" (raising the handkerchief). cts Miss
Mandy Dog-gone yonr black infe-''
But Hester didn't wait to hear. He was mad
enough to spit fire, and grabbed his hat and
jumped on his ridin' critter and went f1yin'
home. leavin' the crowd laughin' fifteen to die.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27
nv THE RUSH OF CHRISTMAS MORN


In the rush of early morning,
When the rel burns through the gray,
Aud the wintry world les waiting
For the glory of the day,
Then we hear a titful rustling
just without upon the stair,
See two small white phantoms coming,
Catch the CLEAN of sunny hair.
Are they Christmas fairies stealing
Rows of little socks to fill?
Are they angels floating hither
With their message OF goodwill?
What great spells are these elves weaving
As like larks they chirp and sing9
Are these palms of peace from heaven
That the lovely spirits bring?
Rosy feet upon the threshold.
Eager faces peeping through,
With the first red rays Of sunshine,
Chanting chCrubs come in view:
Mstletoe and cleaning holly,
Symbols Of a blessed day,
In their chubby hands they carry,
Streaming all along the way,
Well we knoR them, never weary
OF this innocent surprise,
Waiting, watching, listening always
With full hearts and tender eyes,
While our little household angels,
White and golden i'll the sun,
Greet us with the sweet old welcome
Merry Christmas, every one!"
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27
How to Make 1t Fit

whats the matter with your hat o. asked
wife of her husband on the street; THAT'S the
second time it has blown off since We left the
house."
Il know it, he replied, humbly. sIt seems
too small. bought it only the day before New
Years, and it seemed plenty large enough then.
1 am afraid shall have to get it stretched"
Il wouldn't do that" replied his wife. 'It
will be large enough in few days, and in the
meantime You might paste some good resolu-
tionS in IT, -
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27
KRIS KRINGLE JINGLES.

God bless the little stockings
All over the land tonight,
Hung in the choicest corners,
In the glow Of crimson light.
1.-THE tiny scarlet stocking,
With a hole in heel and toe,
Worn by wonderful journeys
The darlings have to co."
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27
CHRISTMAS TREASURES.

Io0unt my treasures DER with care;
The little toy that baby knew.
A little sock of faded hue,
A little lock ofgolden hair.
Long years ago this Christmas time,
Ny little one-my all to me
Sat robed in white upon my knee,
And heard the merry Christmas chime.
TELL me. my little golden head,
If Santa Claus should come tonight,
What shall he bring my baby bright,
What treasure for my boy ?" said.
And then he named the little toy,
While in his honest, mournful eyes
There came a look of sweet surprise
That spoke his quiet, trustful JOY.
And as he lisped his evening prayer.
He asked the boon with childish grace,
Then toddling to the chimney place,
He hung his little stocking there.
That night. as length'ning shadows crept,
saw the whitewinged angels come
With heavenly music to our home.
And kiss my darling as he slept.
They must have heard his baby prayer.
Fer in the morn, with smiling face,
He toddled to the chimney place,
And found the little treasure there.
They came again one Christmastide,
That angel host so fair and white,
And. singing all the Christmas night,
They lured my darling from my side.
A little sock, little toy,
A little lock of golden hair,
The Christmas music in the air,
A watching for my baby boy.
But il again that angel train
And golden head come back for me,
To bear me to eternity,
ny watching will not be in vain.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27
WHEN SANTA CLAUS CONES.

When dear old Santa Clans, with grizzly locks,
Comes creeping down the chimney on Christ
mas Eve,
And fills the sleeping toddlers' tiny socks
With precious things bel ore he takes his leave,
We know full well that Christmas Day will be
"A merry one to ev'ry curly head
When they awake from sluniber and they see
The good things left them while they dreamed in
bed. RGHARl ], P1GNGT.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1884-12-27
,CHRISTkAS AT BETHLEHEM.

There's a song in the air, there's star in the sky
There's mothers deep prayer, and q baby's low
cry,
Aud the star rains its fire while the beautiful aing
And the manager Of Bethlehem cradles King.
]. G. Rox&.ANn /
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
Daily temperature for the week:
Preferred Locals.
A fresh supply of cheese, butter, and eggs at Somerville's.

A fresh supply of cheese, butter, and eggs at Somerville's.
 Go to Somerville's for choice candies, candy toys, fresh fruit &c., &c.
 Extra family Tempe flour at D. Henderson's at $5 pr cwt.
 All classes of goods at bottom prices at Van Wagenen's. T
 Taylor & Hatch are the sole agents, in this city for Cyrus Noble's celebra- ted Whistles.
 A new invoice of gentlemen's fur nishing goods at Van Wagenen's.
 NOTICE.-If you want bargain in Iron or Hard Wood, go to Alex. Graydon, Main Street, Globe.
 Taylor & Hatch have in thelr sta tionery department, the most varied assortment of that line of goods, and all of the leading periodicals, and standard novels.
 A new and elegant stock of men hats just received at Van Wagencn's s.
 A magnificent assortment of Wos- tcnholm's cutlery, consisting of razors, pocket and shocing knives, at Taylcr X tIatch'S
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
Death Rides CpOn Every Passing
 Breeze.


 On Monday morning last this com munity was saddcned by the somewhat sudden death of Jesse Young, one of our early settlers. Mir. Young had been ailing but few days, and no apprehension of fatal result was entertained until Sunday afternoon, when he was taken with severe con vulsions which continued until about 10 o'clock, and in spite of the utmost attention of skillful physicians and careful nursing, he expired about 2 o'clock a. m. Monday. Mir. Young was born at Bloomington, Illinois, in 1855. When quite youth he became possessed of a resistless desire to see more of the world and came west to Nebraska, thence to Arizona, where he joined his brother at Globe, and with him prospected for precious metals, but not liking the business, he en- tered upon other pursuits. He was a great favorite in consequence of his open-hearted and generous qualities. On the occasion of his funeral, at the NJ. E. Church, the building was crowd ed by sorrowing friends. Rev. Mir, George offioiated and preached from Psalm 90, 9th V, urging upon all his hearers that they should lead atholy life, so that at.the end a good account may be. given and death shorn of it's terrors. .Jessa's absence from his daily walk amongst us will be noted, and especially by those. who understood and.appreciated the genial qualities of hls noble manhood.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
TWENTY. ONE BOOKS IN ONE VOLUME.
No One Can Afrord to be Without It

-
 G. l.. Turner is now canvassing for subscriptions for the publication of a book entitled "Lives of the Presidents of the United States" and will extend his operations to the Territory at large. He is most thorough in all he does and no one will be deprived of the opportunity, by not being called upon, of subscribing for so admirable a work, which should be in every The book is beautifully embellished, containing finely exe- cuted steel engraving of each of the Presidents from the commencement of the government to and including Arthur. In addition to the twenty one portraits, other attractive pictures Illustrating scenes in the life of each of the distinguished gentlemen, together with engravings of the great centen- nial buildings, Independence and Car p,nter's halls, at Philadelphia, Pa., Fanuel hall, Boston, and represen- tation of the battle of Lexington, as also four full page engravings depict ing scenes in each of the four wars in which the United States have been en- gaged-the whole numbering over sixty. As a book of reference itiis invaluable, and besides it is most at- tractive in every respect. Taylor & Hatch will also receive subscriptions for the work. rs
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
HendersOn's s Selling Out Prices

Tuesday night Eli B. Johnson, when on the east grade of the Pinal noun tain, on his way from Pioneer to Globe with loaded wagon, lost. control of the brake and the vehicle obtaining irresistible momentum struck a stone, which resulted in entirely demolishing both front wheels, not leaving spoke in either. The concussion precipita- ted Mir. J. forward upon the ground. A horse, at the same moment, was thrown upon him, fracturing a leg and otherwise injuring him. He was brought to town, and is now in care of Drs Cook, andis apparently doing we'll.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

It appears from our dispatches that ex-Indian Agent Tiffany has filed charges against District Attorney Za- briskie and U. s. Marshal Tidball. Now, we are wholly ignorant of the nature of the charges Tiffany has filed, but it seems to us that he had better let we'll enough alone. There is such thing as going too far in vindication of injured innocence.-Citizen.
 A man bounded as Tiffany was had better not take the Citizens advice to ''let we'll enough alone" It is his du- ty to himself and the public, to throw light upon this affair, and he'll do it if it takes lifetime. There is an other of the cabal upon whom he will turn his electric light.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
To Capital Seeking Investment

r OWN THE CONTROLLING INTER- large amount of high grade copper ore in sight. Plenty of wood and water on the claims. want SS5,O00 to buy outstanding interests, develop claims and put them in bullion producing condition. will repay this S35,0O0 out of the first copper produced, leaving you with one-haf interest in two good, developed claims, with good reduc- yourself by deeds to claims and all im- provements until money is paid back, then divide property and go ahead.
 Who wants to investigate this in good faith?
 Call on or address JOHN D. BURGESS, Dunlap POstoffice, Graham County, AriEo- na, via Fort Grant sept 6-6
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
~Glad News for the Unfortunate.,

The world renowned "Henry's Specific" ity and weakness of the gencrative organs. In varied practice of over thirty years n treating mems diseases and disabilities. Henry's Specific has met with unparalleled success, having sold during that time up- ward of forty Thousand packages, and in no instance without success when aSpecifor was used as directed. This Specific" Is pleasant to take and does not interfere with free, inclosing stamp for reply. 'Specifc," one dollar per package six for five dollars; sent free of detection, securely sealed, by mail, on receipt of price. Address all com- munications to Wheeler & Co, chemists, 14a East Twenty-seventh street, New York City. ian20-1y
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
Notice of Forfeiture.

TNO E. FRIEDMAN, OR THOSE WHO Il may claim under him as co-owner or owners of the Golden Gate mining claim, situate and being within the Globe mining district, county of Gila and Territory of Arizona, that l, the undersigned, cO-owner in said mine, have at my sole cost, done the annual work as required by section 2324 of the Revised Statutes of the United States in order to hold said claim, and prevent forfeiture of title to the same. Therefore, if within ninety days after service of this notice of publication, you fail or refuse to contribute your proportion of such expen- ditrre, as cO-owner, and the entire cost of this notice and attending expense of these prOceedings, your interest in said claim will utterly cease and become the property of the subscriber, by virtue of said section 2324. $. KLEIN.
 Jan, 26, 1851. 9ed
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Taylor < Hatch have the finest lot of imported and domestic wines; whis- kies and brandies ever offered 10 an Arizona public. They will sdll in quantities to suit.
 J. Myers < Schein desire to close all accounts on their books, and request those indebted to them to calF and settle, without further delay. The remaining stock will be sold at very low prices, for cash.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
No Marks.

Mir. T. MaCasad, editor of the Cory don, Iowa, Times, writes that his little girl burned her foot severely on stove. One application of St. Jacobs Oil, the great pain-reliever, cured it completely, leaving no marks. By two applications of St, Jacobs Oil he cured himself of q torturing pain in the side.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Rev. w. George has announced his intention of giving us a reading of Charles Dickens Chyistmas Carol This is we'll known to Dc one of the best productions of that popular nov elist, and it is the piece with which he opened his entertainments in this country on his visit in 1868. We have seen many newspaper critiques of MT. Georges presentation of this piece, and from that standpoint we can assure our readers of capital (evening's entertainment. The read
 ng will be given in the NJ. E. Church Ibn Tuesday evening next. Musical selection, under the direction of Mrs C. X. Fisk will enivcn the evening.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
Notice.

ALL THOSE KNOWING THEM A selves indebted to the late firm of IrA Wood, will make immediate settlement C the Post Office building, Globe, and SaSe further costs.
 have for sale three horses, three mules, two sets of double harness, and one wa9- on. For further particulars apply to the undersigned at Pioneer.
 JAS. F. GERALD, dec29-tf Assignee of Ira Wood
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
SCIENTIFIC lNfoRmA1loN.

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Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Contrary to expectations the tax de- linauent list will foot much loss sum than the previous year, which amount cd to $15,025.01. This year, owing to the diligence of Sheriff Pascoe, ex- officio collector, the delinquincy only amounts to $6,087.96.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

A Portland, Me-, letter to J. B. Watkins, of Tonto Basin, states that the building of the A. M: B. R. R. is a fixed fact. The letter also states that the writer and Col. Eddy expected to leave Boston for Arizona by the 25th inst. The Railway Age of the 17th, says, seventy-fve miles of that road will be completed the present year.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

The QuUotoa fever has struck Globe. Job Atkins, Kit Reynolds, J. c. Clark, Ben. Fox, Gus Gerville and James Curtis left here for the new Eldorado last Monday.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

The murderer, Joel A. Fowler, has been lynched by citizens of Socorro county. New Mexico approves his taking off.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

E. A. Sake left here Monday with stages and animals for the purpose of establishing line for the accommoda- tion of passengers from Casa Grande to the QuUotoas. .,, -.,...
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Thrse. lots of silver ore, belonging to different parties of Globe district, are now sacked awaiting shipment to tho Benson reduction works. This looks bad for the enterprise of Globe.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

On first page is the title of Rearis' claim as appears of reeordS which should be preserved as a matter of reference by those holding adversely.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

E. A. Saxe will continue his express to the King mine as usual. Passen- gers by that route have nights rest at Silver King.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Subject of Rev. w. Georges sermon Sunday evening, "The Choice of Mo- ses; or the Gilded and the Golden"
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Gus Gerville and "Dobe" Jim were discharged by Judge Fox last Satur- day, the evidence adduced being in- sufficient to hold them.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Rev. R. A. Windes has been engaged to teach the public school at Salt River and entered on his duties last Monday.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Shipment of copper the present week, 400 bars, aggregating 137,16O pounds. There are 100 tens of copper at the furnaces awaiting shipment.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

E. T. Mills and A. l.. Cox, of Salt river, in this county, left yesterday for Tucson. The former will extend his journey to Santa Rosa, Cal, .,.~ ..
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Dr. Hendrix is now on profession al visit to Fort Thomas, and will, prob ably, be absent for three or four weeks.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

The parties arrested on suspicion of having robbed the Globe and Florence stage, were discharged at the latter place last week.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

E. T. Mills, of Salt river, reports cattle dying, as he believes, of black leg, in that vicinity.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Lawyer Farquar has. returned from Prescott whither he has been in at tendance upon the supreme court.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Mrs. Judge Choate and son left Monday for their home in Cababi Pima county.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Fred Hatch left Globe last Thursday for the QuUotoas, where he will prob ably embark in business.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

The last of the train robbers, Mich Lee and "Kid" Joy, are in Silver City, N. M., prison.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Farmers on Salt river and Tonto, in this county, have about. completed seeding. In some places grain is up and looks well.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

W A good double-seated buck board for sale; or will trade for llght spring wagon. FRANK HAMMoN.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Jesse Hardesty, district attorney of Pinal county paid Globe a visit this week. =: ~~F ,,
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
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Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

Adolph Solomon, of Fort Bowie, was in town this week.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26

James F. Gerald and'' family have moved from Pioneer to Globe. T''''N '
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
Treasurer's Notice.

GLOBE, A. f. Dec. 20, fs6s NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT IN there are funds in the Treasury to pay all outstanding warrants and that inter- est on the same will cease from this date.
 D. B. LACEY,
 County Treasurer. By c. s. VAN WAaENEN. Deputy. :.
Arizona silver belt., 1884-01-26
LOCAL NEWS.

Have you seen the comets.