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Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1884-01-30

-Spang New Family Sewing Ma
chine for $500.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1884-01-30

New Advertisements.
Mill near Whitestown for sale.
Plastering-Joseph B. Pizer
Administrators notice-Estate of L. Wise.
Annual statement Of financial condition OF
Butler Borough.
Notice to applicants for License.
West Virginia farms for sale.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1884-01-30
PLASTERING.
STUCCO AND MASTIC

The undersigned intends to remove to Butler on
the lSt of April next. and hereby informs all per-
sons, that he will be prompt III executing any
work that may be entrusted to his care.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1884-01-30

Work executed in the best and most satisfactory
manner, Give me call
jan30-4t. JOSEPH B. PIER.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1884-01-30

Mr.. William Gibson and Hon. A. L
Campbell were in town Monday securing
papers for the Argyle Savings Bank. The
capital stock of the new bank will he 500, 900,
ann is held by the two gentlemen named and
Ex-Sherif Hoffman aud l.. N. Ireland. Mr.
Hoffman is temporary President, and Mr..
VIM. s. Walcott is retained as cashier
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1884-01-30

-Spang New Family Sewing Ma
chine for $l7.00.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
Extinction of Great Birds.

It is a noteworthy fact that some of the great birds most interesting to nat uralists have become extinct, apparent ly within the memory of man, and even within two centuries. Of these birds, perhaps the most famous was the dodo (Diius t,aeptIs), which was an inhabit- ant of the Mauritius island, and, at the time of its discovery, in 1598, it was ex- tremely common but so effectually has it been eradicated that it is now only represented by few pictures of the seventeenth century, and two heads, a foot, a few feathers and some of it's bones that are scattered about among the museums of Continental Europe. From the pictures above mentioned, and the descriptions of the early voy- agers, it appears that this giant among pigeons was large, bulky bird, weigh ing seventy-fve pounds. Its bill was long and strong, and the upper part of the mandible was so horny, arched, hooked and ferocious in appearance that it's discoverers for Q long time consid- cred it a ground vulture. Its body ter minated in a rounded extremity, being destitute of true tail feathers, having 0 tuft of plumes to take the place.
 From Madagascar we have the re- mains of eggs that were found among human implements that were good lift for two men, and that, after being cut in two, were probably used as ves- sells for holding water, their capacity being several gallons. The hen that laid these monster eggs is unknown to science, but must have been wondrous spectacle. Two other birds, the soli- taire and nazarene, have also become extinct within the traditions of man. The former attained weight of forty five pounds, had feet and beak like a turkey, but in no other respects resem- bled the didus above mentioned. The plumage was of browish-gray color, and, according to Legnat, they pros
  their wings, which he says were en- larged at the extremity of the bone into a round knob like a musket ball. The nazarene had only three toes, and from its bones we judge that it was thrice as large as the didus.
 Even as recently as fifty years ago a large bird, forty inches in length, called the great auk, was occasionally found as far south as Boston, and was quite com mon in the Arctic region. To-day not a single specimen is known to exist in the world, having become totally ex- tinct, but by what means will always remain an enigma. Very few specimens of it are known, and only one skin is on exhibition in this country; this was purchased by gentleman in New York at cost of $750 in gold.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
The Missing Link.

A keeper in the Geological Gardens, while kneeling on the floor of the cage, was suddenly attacked by a fierce ba- boon. A little American monkey, which was warm friend of the keeper, lived in the same compartment with, and was dreadfully afraid of, the great baboon. But as soon as the poor little fellow saw his friend, the keeper, in peril he rushed to the rescue, and by screams and bites so distracted the baboon that the man was enabled to effect his escape, not, however, without having run great risk of losing his life, according to the opin- ion of the surgeon who attended him.
 Monkeys have long memories, and some of them can infiict cruel punish ment.
 Mrs. Lee tells of having greatly an- noyed one the in Jardin des Plantes, at Paris, by tapping him on the hands for il-treating one of his fellow-prisoners, and he never forgave her. Whenever he saw her on future occasions, or even when he heard her voice, he flew into a passion and rolled about in rage, in one instance seizing her gown through the bars of his cage and tearing piece out of it, although it was of stout material.
 Of another monkey, whose place of exile was in the West Indies, q crueler revenge is known. This individual, kept tied to a stake, was often robbed of his food by the crows. This was how he revenged himself. He lay quite still on the ground and pretended to be dead. By degrees the birds appr ached and re- peated their thefts. The artful little fellow never stirred but let the crows steal to their hearts content until he was sure of them. When he was sure that one was within reach Of his fingers he made a grab at it and caught it. When he bad got hold of the luckless bird, he sat down and deliberately plucked the feathers out of it and then flung it tow ard its screaming comrades. -Darwi,5s latest aO0rE.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
In the Railway Cars.

One of the miseries of railway travel ing in Southern Europe is the heat, often increased by overcrowding. French railway authorities are seeking to dimiu- ish the discomfort by the introduction of sort of puukah, copied from India. A long cylinder runs the length of the roof of the carriage, furnished with fans, set in motion by revolving the cylinder. After many systems tried, this seems the most practicable, and the only point in dispute is how to get the motive force. The surplus steam of the engine has been tried on one line, and on another little arrangement like a wind mill attached to each carriage, the mo- ton of the train causing the wings to re- volye, while the occupant of each car. riage can regulate or arrest ths steam of air,
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
AProDosi,Ion Not Admitted.

In the U s. House. when the consideration of the Deficiency bill in Committee of the Whole had been concluded, Mir. Randall Dem.), of Pennsylvania, moved as an addl- tional section, Q proposition against political assessments, making it unlawful for any Sen ator, Representative or Delegate, or any clerk or employee of the government or any con- tractor with the government to contribute, d1- rectly or indirectly, for any political object whatever.
 MT. Cannon Rep.), of Ill, made the point that the amendment was not in order under this rule.
 Mir. Kasson (Rep.), of Iowa, argued that tho amendment was objectionable, not only as be- ing against the rule, but as being against good policy If an Iowa farmer sold hundred bushels of oats to an army commiSsary he could not use any of the money for dissemi- hating political information or for the printing of tickets. member of Congress desiring reelection would not be permitted to spend any of his own money for the ordinary pur- poses of his election, while his competitor (not being member) might expend any amount he chose.
 The chairman, expressing his regret that such wholesome proposition and one so con ducive to public morals was out of order, felt restrained to sustain the point of order. The proposition was therefore not admitted.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
A Good Story.

Dr. E. s. Bryan, of Talbotton, was in Atlanta, Ga. The doctor tells 8 very amusing apeedote of the Chickamauga fight. "The hottest part of the fight, says the doctor, twas on Saturday and Sunday, On Saturday night we were expecting to renew the fight the next day. I turned to Mir. M. Says I, Andrew, look into that ambulance there and you will find two gallon jug. Take it down into yonder ravine and bring it full of water. If any of the boys get hurt tomorrow they might suffer for water He took the jug and went of and I never saw or heard any more of Andrew until Tuesday morning after the fight was over. He came up almost breathless with the jug of water. Doc tor, said he, T found the water at last. I would have brought it if it had taken me three weeks to find it."
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
A Down Easter's Ox- Cart.

The Bangor (Me. Commercial says: A Bangor man, who was in Caribou the other day, saw turnout quite common there. 1t was owned by one of the natives, and consisted of a home made cart, the wheels without tires, and a good-sized, unshod OK. The latter stood between pair of shafts, evidently made with an ax. A pair of rope traces ex- tended from a bow on the neck of the animal to the cart. From the bow n rope ran about the base of the horns, and it was by the head, and not by the neck and shoulders, that the cart was drawn. Two pieces of clothes-line fastened the tip of the horns and served to guide the animal, who left town on an easy trot, and seemed as we'll con tented as the aYera Re horse,
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
Importation of Foreign LnbOr,

The United States House passed the bill to prohibit the importation and migration of foreigners and aliens under contract to perform labor It makes it unlawful to enter into an agreement or contract with any foreigner or alien to perform labor or service of any kind in the United States, or to prepay the transporta- ton or in any way assist or encourage the inn portatio or migration of any alien or foreign CT under any contract or agreement made, spe- cial, expressed or implied. It declares all such contracts void and of no effect. It makes it crime punishable with fine and imprison- ment for any master of ship to land such aliens or foreigners, so under contract, in any United States port. The act is not to apply to contracts for skilled workmen in any new industry not at present established here, provided that skilled labor for that purpose cannot be otherwise obtained nor to profes- sional actors, lecturers, or singers.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
LATEST NEWS NOTES.
Happenings of Interest to All,
 At Home and Abroad.
THE MASSACRE AT BERBER.
Confirmation of the Fall of the Town RI
 Slaughter of the People.

Egyptian advices state that an Arab has aE- rived at Korosko who claims to be the sole sur vivor of the Berbtr garrison. He says he was present when the rebels attacked Berber on May 23. The garrison defended the town for two hours of severe fighting, but the rebels were too strong for them, and forced their way into the city, where they immediately massa- cred the 1,56O men of the garrison and 2,UOO of the male pol lulation. The women and children were spared. This story is believed Pacha Khahfa, Governor of Berher.
 Fl Mahdi is marching toward Dongola with 35000 troops.
 Advices from Berber state that Hussein Pacha Khalifa. Governor of Berber, fell wounded and would have been killed had not a sen of Hassan Pacha, brother of Mohammed, rushed to the rescue and held 8 rebel flag over him until the fight was finished. Hassan and Mohammed had been in the rebel camp some time dressed as dervishes.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
HE WOULDN'T.

The following letter was read: "Would you advise young man who has learned the carpenter trade and is considered a good wookman to study for the ministry if he thinks he has call for that pro- fession ?"
 'No, sah, I wouldn't r was the prompt reply. "Eben if he had only half Earned de trade, an was considered botch, my advice to him would be to peg along an do de bes' he could. It am my solid opinyun, based upon tho observashuns of lifetime, dat one of de greatest enemies of religun am a preacher who was bon fur a cheap clerk or poo blacksmith. De supply am abundant widout any outsiders rushin' in. Fur ebery one preacher who kin up an mako de dry bones rattle an sinners look out fur squalls we have fifty who simply tire out deir congregashuns in de name of de Lawd-"
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
Exports of Provisions.

The Chief of the Bureau of Statistics of the United States reports that the total values of the exports of domestic cattle, hogs, and o1 beef, pork and dairy products during the month of May, 1884, and during the five months ended May 31, 1884; also of beef and polk products during the seven months ended May 31, 1884, as compared with similar exports during the corresponding periods of the pre- ceding year, were as folows:-May, 1884 $7554, ,239; May, 1883, SC 473, ,489 Five month ended May 31, 1884, S34, ,476, 975; 1883, $45 454,U41. Beef and pork products for sever months ended May 31, 1884, $50, PTS, 756; 1885 $6l 061 ,404.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
"TIred ALI the TImeu

"l had no appetite strength and felt tired al the time. attributed my condition Co ncrofulous humor But aA had taken half bottle of Hoods sAr sapara my appetite restored and my stomach tob better. lhnve taken nearly three bottles and | never was SO well in my life. would not be without Hoods sarsaparA for twice its cost. "MBs. JEesfr F, DoLBEARE, PAscoAF, R. l.
 I am having good sale of Hoods ssrsSparlla this spring. In fact it is staple sugar and teA,"-R. S. MAGICIAN. rittff0rd. Nt.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
A RaiIrOnd Accident.

At five minutes to nine Saturday morning, the seven o'clock accommodation train from Atlantic City collided with special excursion train from Camden, bound for Lakeside Park, at point midway between Haddonfield and Ashland station, on the Camden and Atlantic Railroad. Eight persons were killed and sev- eral more or less seriously injured.
 One of the machinists connected with the wrccking train that went to the scene of the disaster was struck by flying piece of iron while engaged in clearing away the wreck in the afternoon and fatally injured.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
A Consul Fired At.

A balloon ascension at Bordeaux, France drew together large throng of people in the Pace Quincane. Among the number were Mr. George W. Roosevelt, United States Con- sul and his wife. Suddenly French soldier aimed his pistol at the Americans and fired. The bullet passed through Mir. Roosevelts hat, confused his head and knocked him over. The wounded man pointed out the sol dier who fired the shot, but the latter, with two companions, escaped during the excite ment. It is supposed that the soldier mistook the consul for an Cffcer in civilians dress, against whom he had grudge. General Du- mont, the commander of Bordeaux, has or derCd an inquiry to be made
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
THE UTAH BILL.
It Passes the United Stntes Sennte-Its PrOvisiOns.


 The Utah bill was passed by the United States Senate. It provides that the lawful husband or wife may be compelled to testify in prosecutions for bigamy, polygamy or unlaw' ful cohabitation. Prosecutions may be commenced within five years after the commission of the offense. Every marriage ceremony in any territory of lhe United States shall be certified in writing, which writing shall state the full names of all persons taking part in the ceremony and shall be signed by them, and shall by the officer or priest solemnizing the marriage be filed with and recorded in the Probate Court. Such certificate shall be prima facie ev iderce of the facts stated in it. Any violation of this provision is punished by a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprison- ment for not more than two years, or both. Every such certificate and record shall be at all reasonable times open to inspection of the officers of justice of the United States, under like penalty for refusal to exhibit for inspec- ton.
 Women shall not be entitled to vote in Utah. The bill prescribes the penalty for the crime of adultery to be imprisonment in the penitentiary for not exceeding three years.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
RnYnuea nf line Ernst.

Reports from various parts of New England state that the heavy frost of Saturday night caused considerable damage to growing crops. The Cape Cod district reports that the cran- berry crop is entirely ruined. Potatoes and affected Much of the corn will have to be re- planted, and owing to the lateness of the season a sho1t crop will be the result. In Nor folk county, Mass, entire crops of vegetables were destroyed. In nearly all sections the growth of the crops was retarded, and it is an- ticipated that the frost will result in putting high prices on all garden products. In New Hampshire beans and squashes suffered the
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
RailrOnd DfHnAfer.

As an east bound passenger train on the Burlington and Missouri Railroad approached Hubbe, Mo-, the rails spread at about sixty feet from the approach to the bridge which is 15O feet long. The engine left the track, but crossed the bridge on the ties, and the jolting, weakening the bridge, caused it to fall, carry ing down the entire train. The engine, smok- ing car, day coach and sleeper are entire wreck. There were about thirty persons seriously injured.
 A number of other passengers received pain ful cuts and bruises. An examination lndl- cates that train wreckers had dtawn out the spikes, removed the fish plates and fastened barbed wire in the holes and had pulled the rails apart when the train approached.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
sHGBY A CRANK.
Banker Fatally Wounded Without Alp.
 parent Cause.

William H. Cooper, wealthy and promi- nent citizen, was shot by Joseph Drinker. a peculiar character, of Montrose, Pa.
 There was no cause for the deed except that Drinker was not sane at the time, as no ani- mostly existed between them. Drinkers mother shielded with ether year or two ago, and his brother, prominent physician of Gib- son, Pa, committed suicide short time ago in like manner, and his elder sister, Anna, has been in an insane asylum for number of years. The father and mother are said to have been cousins, and being possessed of consider able property their children were brought up in ease and without work, though Joseph is said to have run through most of his and with out drinking. Mr. Cooper is seriously wounded
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25

Is here with All iis depressing and facilitating effects. l your blood has not beon purified and your system strengthened by the of Hoods Sarsapara, take this reliable medicine before it is too late, 10 will correct bliousness dyspepsia and drive soFofuh from the blood
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
THE NARROW ESCAPE

Ofp MnssgcbnHctts Euainccr-TimetyW Warn. inSoi xMr' John Spencer BaEgagemaster Sleep after fatigue. and health after disease, arc two Of tho sweetest expcroncos known Co Ednr. teen years is long time n which Co suffer vel MT Peter Lawler, of Dalton MaSs had lod a miserable lfe for that period through tho presence of atone n the bladder. That he sought in all directions for cure IS an almost sunorfu0us statement. Hn did nt. Ary he called on Dr. David Kennedy, of Rondont. N l., who said, after eNamination; "Mr, Lawler you hays .g stcne in the bald9r We VII tiTst q. nit before rsking an operation" A few days later the fec:
 Deor Dr. ksnHniV-The day after I came home [ passed two gravel stones, and am doing nicely now, pr. Kennedy now has tho stones at his ofIice. and they are sufficiently formidable Co ustilv the claim that KENNEUNts EANORITE REMEDY ia the loac specific for stone in the bladder In his subjoined certificate tells its own story
 OLD BERKsnIRE MILLS.
 DALTON, Mass, April 2I lss2.i MT. Peter Lawlcr has been n resident f this town Tor the past seventeen years, and In our employ for respected citizen of the town and community He has had some chronic disense 10 our knowiehga for most oi the time but now claims e bs, and s n ap'
 DALTON, Mass,, June Q 1881, Dr, KeHnedv-Dear Frfenda-Ihinking you might like to hear again from m old patient am going to see you. As told you then was troubled with Kid ney Disease for about llbl yeArH and had tl Of tho best doctors to 5e found But received only tom ing your FAvORITE REMEDY. continue tax. ing the Remedy according Co yonr directiomi and consider myselfa well man Very Spaistallg youg Our letter Of April 27 1882 holds good 90 Tar as Mir Lawlers testimony h concerned regarding his health. D.rTo~ Iuna 1904 N'' VI e'N"''
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25

LAST year twenty million bottles of champagne were forwarded from the champagne districts. Of these more than forty.fv million bottles were drank in the United States,
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
AN old friend is better than two new

"I am using Dr. Graves Heart Regulator with great results. had Heart Disease for nine years. SO bad could not lie down, John Mo, u I, Pike Station, O. The Heart Regu- latoT cures all forms of Heart Disease, nor vousness and sleeple 'snes.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25

LYDIA E. PISKHAM's vEoErAnLE COMPOUND Is to be had at the nearest drug storu for a dollar. lt is not claimed that this remedy will cure every disease under the sun, but that it does all that 1t claims to do, thousands of good women know and declare,
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
CATARRH ElyS Cream Balm

4 when applied by ths 3 anger into the nos trilS, will be absorbed,
 edectually cleansing
 the head of catarrhal virus. causing healthy
 secretions. tt Rllays inflammation, pro
 tccts the membrane Of the nasal passages
 from fresh colds, com rletcly heals tho sores an q restores
 taste and smell. A
 few applications re. ltcve. 4 fhnFUuUh h frcdfmcnt fciH goNi, firefp cure. Agiupa.
 hie to use. Send for circular. 60 cents at registercd.
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Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25

A HoUsEKEEPER asks {: "What is the simplest way to keep jelly from molding on topP" "Shut small boy up in the pantry for few minutes"
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
NO CURE! NO PAY! Or. LaWrence's Cough BaIsam

Is warranted to cure COUGHSs COLDSS HOARSENESS, SORE THROAT.
 and all disc nses of the Throat
 and Lungs.
 We do not claim to cure consumption when thoroughly seated, but we do claim that thou ssnds of lives might be saved every year by the timely use of Dr. Lawrence's Cough Balsam. Many people imagine they have consumption, when in reality they only have a bad cold, which kind of medicine. We could fill columns with testimonials, but do not believe in that way of advertising, our idea is to let eoe1ybody GGt is Qglioted toih e cough try for her'SeiUes and U notpe1feetiy sGtisied, return He empty bottle to h,e deadee of ,o]tona it 1cas bought and receiUe Heir money back.
 Price for Trial Size, 25 Cts. Family Size
 $I.OO per Bottle.
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Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25

A FRENcHMAN said to a Berliner
 "Your Iron Cross, the highest Prussian order, is simply ridiculous-it has an intrinsic value of scarce sous." To which the native of the Prussian capital replied: II don't deny it, but it has nevertheless cost you two Napoleons. ]"
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
RATHER PREVIOUS.

The President was presented with a communication from Mrs. Job Adams and husband, of Jersey City, written by the wife, and explaining that both de- sired membership. She would not per init her husband to join without she was also taken in, and she wanted it un- derstood that she run the house and him too. The reply must be directed to her, and she expected to be voted in first.
 Oar am no danger of a vote bein' tooken on that applicashun," observed the President, as he laid it aside. "De wimin of dis kentry am runnin' things wid pretty high hand, eben widout de ballot, and when dey git dat I reckon the moas' of us might as well lay down our bundles an give up tryin' to keep 'em in harness"
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25
ssRonrh on Conphn.,, .,

Dr. Graves Heart Regulator cures all forms of heart dlseage. neryo nc a, sleeplessness.
Connecticut western news., 1884-06-25

ESvr's memory is nothing but a row of hooks to hang up grudges on.