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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

To All Whom 1t May Concern.
Be it known that for reasons previously
stated in these columns, have decided
on a still further reduction in the prices
of my Clothing, Hats and Furnishing
Goods, and invite particular inspection Of
my $40, $12, $15 and SIS Wool Suits, the
very best ever offered for the money. Fine
dress suits cheaper than anywhere in the
city. a very large line of Underwear to
be sold at a sacrifice
Regarding the quality Of my goods, it is
not necessary for me to blow about; the
people of savannah know we'll the class
Of goods | have been selling here for a
long number of years, and l have en-
deavored to improve on them every year.
This is no advertising dodge, come and
convince yourself of the fact, and if you
have a dollar to invest, you are certain
to get a dollar and twenty-five cents
worth for it. Sign of Golden Arm, 159
BroughtOn street, Simon Mitchell.-Ady.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
The Savannah Mutual Loan AsSOcia-
tim

The thrty-1fth regular meeting of the Sa-
vannah Mutual Loan Association will be held
THIS Thursday EVENING, at 30 O'Clock
at Metropolitan Hall, By order
GEO. n. NICHOLS, President
II. c. CUNNINGHAM, Secretary
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

The uniform scale of prices, the elegance
Of cuisine, the comfortable, clearly and
home-like appearance Of apartments, have
placed this popular hotel among the most
prominent of the South, which reflects
great credit on its manager, who leaves
nothing undone to enhance the comfort of
it's numerous patrons.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

In the South Atlantic States to-day:
Fair weather. followed Thursday night or
Friday morning by local rains, winds
shifting to southerly, rising followed IN
southern portion by falling barometer
slightly warmer weather.
The height Of the river at Augusta at
I:4l O'Clock p. m. yesterday augusta
time) was . feet e inches inches lower
than at the same hour the previous day.
Comparative statement Of temperature
at savannah. January 0, 1888 and 1881:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

OF Hav .-.-.....- 50 81 OF day. % -
Rainfall ... % IS Rainfall -----U ~
City time; corresponding to 6:4 2;A and
1884 sun time.
The following observations are taken at
.he same moment Of time (10:H p. m, oa-
Vann1u mean time ). at the stations named:
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
The metropolitan Benevolent Assoeia-

The annual meeting of the Metropolitan
Benevolent Association was held yester-
dav afternoon. The following gentlemen
were reelected its officers:
PRESIDENT. II. Estill.
Wee President-Marmaduk Hamilton.
Secretary and Treasurer-J. b. Fer
nnuf1ay
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

We are Offering the finest clothing for
less than they cost us to manufacture.
1t is not question of profit with us now.
We hare too many goods, and offer them
regardless of cost. A little money will
90 a great way now towards supplying
Yourselves with Clothing, Hats, Shirts,
etc. at the Famous New York Clothing
House. 140 Congress street.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

/ am selling the remainder of my stock Of
SHOES, sATCHELS, TRUNKS. ETC., re-
gardless OF cost. These goods were removed
from my old stand, corner Broughton and
Barnard streets.
LOUIS STERN,
l42 st. Julian street, next to Express Office,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Don't Forget LaFar Christmas.
He keeps eYervthing stylish.--A
Fine Clothing for weddings, Ball and

Fine Clothing for Weddings, Ball and
Parties.
The "FdmOuS'' don't boast Of their fine
clothing like the child that never had a
toy and boast of its 5-cent doll. We have
as fine clothing as you will find anywhere,
but the only difference is that you can
buy them from us without paying fancy
prices. We sell as handsome cOrkscrew
diagonal suit for 1928 as others will charge
you $28 for. We have always on hand the
latest cut of Black and Blue Diagonal
Suits, also suits in Crepe TricOt and
Broadcloths, at prices to suit the times.
Go to the Famous" 40 Congress street.
ado.
Three Hundred New Styles Scarfs.
All the new shapes. at LaFar' s. ADJ.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

SOW is the time 10 leave your orders
win Dobbs A Ritter, 81 and Do Con-
yress street, ~ have your roofs covered
with their Elastic Fire and Water Proof
Paint. first come, first served and satIs-
facfign 9uafanteed.-A
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

Messrs. Richardson q Barnard cleared
Yesterday the British bark Mary X. Camp
bell for Barcelona, with LOO bales of up
land cotton. weighing 500, 453 pounds,
valued al $4,000, and 30 barrels rosin,
weighing 2D,s3j pounds, valued at $110.
Total value II cargo $50
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
wbat tho A1phabet Can DO.

Mems and Boys Bicycle suits for hunt
ing purposes, at BeIsinger's, Lyons block.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Catholic knights of America.

Regular meeting of Branch No. 80, C. X. of
A., THIS Thursday EVENING at 1880
o'clock.
Assessment No. Il6 and per Capita Tax
must be paid at this meeting Assessment
No lis now due.
BY order of THE PRESIDENT.
WV. CANTWELL Rec Sec'v
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

The wonder of those who go to the Har
nett House. in Savannah, is that so excel
lent table and such comfortable rooms
can be offered to the public at such mini
mum rates. Without eXaggeratiOn, the
table of the Harnett is as good as that of
the Screven House, and the rates just one
half as large. Courteous treatment makes
up the sum fits attractions. The public
largely testified their appreciation
Jacksonville { EId.l Herald.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

more ADOuO bAA6 ABBAlh6 CHOANs
Mr.. 6. T. Speake, of Kinard's, S. c.,
writes the following to the Newberry, S.
c., Meas about the Appling Sword of
Honor, now in the Georgia Historical So
ciety Library:
"The Georgia papers make frequent
mention of the 'Appling sword and
hardly know what to do with it. Perhaps
| can give some information that will
throw some light upon the subject. Col.
Daniel Appling was my mothers halt
uncle. His mothers first husband was
DR.. Humphrey Wells. By DR.. Wells she
had one sOn-Humphrey. DR.. Wells was
captured and tortured to death by the
British in Charleston during the 'revolu-
ton" His widow, some time after,
married one Appling; by this mar
rage two children were bOrn--Daniel and
Rebecca. Rebecca married Charles Stew
art and died at Columbus, Ga, without
issue. Col. Daniel Appling, to whom the
sword was presented, died in the prime of
life, without having married. The
children Of Humphrey Wells are the true
heirs of the "Appling Sword" The above
can be established without a doubt, but
will Georgia permit the sword to leave
her borders? | forgot to mention that
the maiden name of Daniel Apphng's
mother was Carter. MIR. j. p. PO0Ps
wife, of Newberry, is a descendant of this
Carter family. Humphrey Wells, the son
of DR.. Humphrey Wells, left several
children, some of whom are still living
my mother being the eldest"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

LEONILLA D. YILLALONGA,
Administrative,
FRANCIS }. MCCALL.
administrator estate JnO. /. NillalOnga, de-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10


SMETS.-The friends of Miss l.. L. SMETs
are invited to attend her funeral THIS
MORNING at y O'Clock, from her late resi-
dence, 81 harris street.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

TEORGIA. CHATHAM COUSTY.-Notiee is
u hereby given to all concerned that have
made application to the Honorable Court OF
Ordinary for order authorizing sale Of lots
thirty-sfx and thictv-seyen Elliott ward, city
Of savannah, and improvements, belonging
to estate Of G. G.. c. w. and Z, NJ. HOW ARD,
minors and orphans }. 7. HOWARD, Tor pay
ment Of debts and maintenance. and tnat satq
order will be granted on NINETEENTH
DAY OF JANUARY NEXT unless objec-
tiOns are fled.
THOMAS GADSDEN,
DECEMBER IS. 1888. Guardian.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

z2EPrfirtaa.

Zerubbabel Lodge NJ. 10, f. A. NJ.
Al regular 9 c Gd15 Tn Ton o. TINS "a
EVENING, Jan. 10, al 80 O'Clock. NJ
The F. G. Decree viii be conferred.
Members Of sister lodges and transient
brethren are cordially invited.
By order OF
S. W. BRANCH, W. NJ.
p TT XVARD Sac,v
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
THE MEMORABLE PAST EVENT.
THE TRIU MPHAL PRESENT GREATER
THE KING LAUGH CREATORS,
SAVANNAH THEATRE.
| NJ. b. LEAVITIrs UNITED GIGANTEAN
| MINSTREL FESTINAIl

TNIUA I. JAN 2 AUl IT.
Tell everybody that on the above date the
proclaimed masters Of the
minstrel world,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
gltnrrnI 9nuitnlloma.

Three Hundred New Styles Scarfs.
II the new shapes, at LaFar s. Ad0
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Prof. Mallette

win open his Vocal Academy at l47 Congress
street., on MONDAY, l4th inst. Rooms viii
be open from A. N. to 1P NJ, and from to
6 p. NJ. during the week.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

Tell everybody that on the above date the
proclaimed masters of the
minstrel world,
NJ. b. LEANIII'S UNITED GIGANTEAN
MINSTREL FESTINALi
NJ. b. LEAyITr, Sole Proprietor.
THIS from the Boston Herald tells the story:
j las Patti, Nelson and Gerster are pre-
eminent in Opera, and Booth and Irving in
classical Tragedy, SO Leavitt's Congress of
Celebrities shine in the school of Minstrelsy.
Among the great. they are emphatically the
hest" Anstrelsy in immensely. in grand
perfection! Tie advent Of this great Com
pany has been Glorious! Victorious Meritori-
Gus. Theatres packed TO the doors prove it.
The widest enthusiasm attests it. The entire
Press indorses it. The grand success settles
it. \ mighty Spectacular First Part En-
Masse. superb ChOruses and Vocal and In
strumental Solos. GlOriOusly Funny After
Pieces. Splendid Orchestra and Military
Band. Four Tiers Of Comedians. Vocalsts
and Musicians.
Positively no advance in the Prices for this
Great Minstrel Festival. The Festival in AL
its Spectacular Grandeur commences at 80
O'Clock exactly. Family parties and others
can procure choice Reserved Seats three days
in advance, without extra charge. Order car
riages at 1880.
W. 5. CLEVELAND, General Agent.
Seats on sale at DAVIS Bros.
NEXT ATTRACTiON-'-HA ZEL. kIRkE,''
JANUARY l4TH AND 18TH.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

Underwear speciality, at Belsinger's,
LYONS blOck.-Adr.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
GA.

We have used DR.. Ulmer's Liver Cor
rector, and take pleasure in stating that
it has answered finely for all the purposes
for which we have used it. 1t is pleasant
to take, and acts well as an aperient, etc.
THOs. p. SAFFOLD,
W. L. HIGH, Banker.
LII, @ q RI ACKRITRN MI. ID.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Diphtheria !

Sure cure for Diphtheria, Quinsy, Coughs,
etc. A recent discovery. Two children in
this city taken with diphtheria, and given up
by doctors, cured. Refer, as to one case, to
Mrs. s. A. Carter. over Knapp's drug store,
and as to the other, TO Z. Muhlberg lS7 Con-
gress street. Remember that | warrant
cure in or days.
MRS. A. ELBERSON,
aOI RrouOhton atraat
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Spiral 5intitrs.
DRESSED TURKEYS s CHICKENS
Notice to Tax.PaYers.

Notice to TaX-PayerS,
CITY TREAsURER's OFFICE,j
SAVANNAH, GA, Jan. ], 1884.
The following taxes are now due:
REAL ESTATE, fourth quarter, 1888.
STOCK IN TRADE, fourth quarter. 1888.
FURNITURE, etc, fourth quarter, 1888.
MONEY, DEBTS, etc, fourth quarter. 1888.
WATER RENTS, in advance, for six months
ending June 30, 1884. And GROUND RENTS
in arrears for two or more quarters.
a discount Of 10 per cent. will be allowed
upon taxes on REAL ESTATE, STOCK IN
TRADE, FURNITURE, MONEY, etc. II
pdid aoithis fifteen days after january 1.
And a discount Of 10 per cent. will be al
lowed upon WATER RENTS if paid on or
before tie 10Th ddy Of JGnUary.
c. 5. HARDEE,
City Treasurer.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
AT MASONIC TEMPLE.
! MISS THOMPSON'S
School for Dancing, Grace and
DecOFum.

At Metropolitan Hall. instructions on Tues
day, Thursday and Saturday Afternoons at 3
O'Clock. Latest Dances taught. Terms: Sc
for y lessons. Reduction made for three or
more in family. Payable in advance.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

Merino, Cotton and Black Half Hose,
at Belsinger's, Lyons blockade.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

Dressing GOwns-Dressing Gowns,
New styles, at LaFar's.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Union Society.

A special meeting of the Board Of Mana
of the Union Society will be held THIS AT
TERNOON, at 4 O'Clock The Honorary
Managers are invited to attend.
j. II. ESTILL, President.
ALEXIS MCNULTY, Secretary
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
DIR. A. 0. Best, Dentist,

Has removed to 140 BRoUGHTON STREET,
over II. c. Houston's Millinery store.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
W. 5. F. f. c.
4 MementO of the
3lst OCTOBER, 1888,
For so CALAMITY saving our homes from
destruction.
GIBBONS.
When Mr.. Gibbons concluded his re
marks President ClearY said:

When Mr.. Gibbons concluded his re
marks President Cleary said;
As President of this company it is my duty
as well as pleasure to receive this token. In
doing so. permit me to extend our hearty
thanks for this evidence of your appreciation
of our services. Ever since our organization
we have endeavored to make our company
efficient, and on all occasions to risk every
thing in the protection of property from de-
struction by fire. When the terrible fire of
October 81, 1888, visited our city, we labored
zealously to eXtnguish the flames, and we
felt it our duty to save the homes OF every
citizen, and hence this presentation as mark
of gratitude was unnecessary. Never
theless, in my humble capacity, let me thank
you for this Kind remembrance. The Wash
ingtons are always ready. and when the oc-
casiOn requires it, are never found wanting.
We have but one aim. and that is the pro-
lection of tine property of the public. Again
| thank you for this beautiful present. 1t Will
be precious treasure to us, and the recol-
lections of this occasion viii add another
bright page to the record which we have en-
deavOred TO preserve unsulhed."
Speeches appropriate to the occasion
were also delivered by Chief Fireman
Ad0lph Fernandez and Nessrs. FitZ-
patrick. Christian and others, after which
the company sat down to fine collation.,
improvised for the evening by members
Of the company in honor Of their visiting
guests.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Do An Whom ID MaY Concern.

Rubber Coats, Leggins and Hats, at
Belsinger,s. LYONS, block.-Adu.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
City Court.

This court met yesterday morning at
10 O'Clock, when the following men
toned proceedings were had:
Solomon d. Horton VS.. the Savannah,
Florida and Western Railway. Action
for damages in the sum of $500. Verdict
for plaintiff in the sum of $13l 80.
John G.. Butler VS.. VIM. II. Gross,
Bishop of Georgia. Action arising from
contract relative to the building of St.
Patrick's Church. Remitter of the
Supreme Court granting a new trial filed
and judgment against plaintiff for costs
expended.
The court then adjourned until this
morning at 10 O'clock.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
eounr CALENDAR.

This court met yesterday morning at
9:25 O'Clock, when the following men,
toned cases were called:
A. \. Smith vs.. A. +. COchrane.
Joseph G. Thompson, garnishee. Gar
nishment dismissed.
p. B. Lawrence ct al, compliments,
and the Mayor and Aldermen of the city
of Savannah ct al, defendants. In equity.
Remitter Of the Supreme Court filed and
order granted making the same the judg-
ment of this court.
Ellen O'Brien vs.. the Skidaway Shell
Road Company. Damages. New trial.
Jury impaneled and hearing of testi-
mOny concluded, when the court post
poned further hearing in the case until
1925 O'Clock this morning, to which hour
the court then took a recess.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

Lyons Umbrellas-Fine Walking Canes,
in variety, at LaFar's.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Or. Best, Dentist,


Corner Congress and Whitaker. streets. has
fresh Gas for Extracting Teeth without pain.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

The regular meeting of this Lodge will be
held THIS Thursday EVENING, at 7:3O
o'clock.
There will be a candidate for initiation,
Members of other Lodges are cordially in
vited to meet with us. BY order of
ADOLPH y. MANUCY, n. G..
Attest: II. W. RAIL. Secretary
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

for Coughs and Colds. ''Ihere Is nothing
~ h. compared with them. "-Iieg. y. H..
lR.nlklna HnllOn. Ind.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

White and colored Kid Gloves and Neck
Mear a snecialtY. at Belsinger,s.-Adr
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

silk Embroidered and Large Hemstitch-
ed Handkerchiefs,
All sizes for men, at LaFar's .-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Starvation Prices

Anything Needed by Gentlemen,
Kent hv LaEar. % Bull street. Adr.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Ernal Mntirra.

CFORGIA, CHATHAM CoUNTY.-Whereas,
u EDWARD LOWELL has applied to
Court of Ordinary for Letters of Administra-
ton cum testamentO anneXO on the estate Of
ERASTUS HENRY, deceased.
These are. therefore, to cite and admonish
all whom it may concern. to be and appear
before said court. to make objection Gf any
thev bave) on or before the FIRST MONDAY
IN FEBRUARY NEXT, otherwise said let
tiers viii be granted.
Witness the Honorable JONI O. FERRILL,
Ordinary for Chatham county, this the I'd
day of January, 1884.
HAMPTON L. FERRILL,
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

New Plush and Cloth Polo Caps,
20 cents to 81 30. at LaFar' s.-Adu.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
Marshall House,


Wood and Coat
For sale by r. b. Cassels, Taylor and East
Broad streets. Telephone No. 77.-AdU.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10
what a Queer Climate This Is.

First it showed
And then it blOwcd
And then began to rain;
And then it bowed
And then it showed,
And then it rained again.
With cold in head
I'm almost dead;
But yet l won't complain;
Pain Killer saves
From wintry graves,
And makes us well again.
Nobody ought to be without Perry Davis
Pain Killer.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1884-01-10

EORGIA. CHATHAM CoUXTY.-Notice is
" hereby given to all concerned that we
have made application to the Court Of Or
binary for Chatham county for leave to sell
lot number thirty three l3S) Columbia ward
and the improvements thereon, situated IN
the city of Savannah. in said county, belong
ing to the estate Of JOHN L. NILLALONGA,
deceased, for the purpose Of distribution,
and that said order viii be granted at the
February term (lSS4 of said court unless OBJ
iectiOns are fled thereto.
JANUARY ,, 1854.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1884-10-16
Leyity at Washington's Tomb.

\ JOKE which proved extremely 4I,cou-
certiug was perpe,raled on tn, Knights
IempIar Of Philadelphia during tfrir recent
visit to Mt. Vernon, as the guests of their
Masonic brethren Of the city. 1t is the Gus
tom, III View Of the fact that General Wash-
ington was a member Of Tie craft, for all
visiting bodies Of MAsons to the city to
make pilgrimage to Mt Vernon, and offer
their homage in Masonic form at the tomb
TO the memory OF the great departed On
the occasion ia question, the day wa, fair
and pleasant and a number Of people ac-
companied the Knights down the river.
Landing at Mt. Vernon, the knights march
ed up the gravelied roadway directly to the
tomb, and there formed semi circle, facing
the iron dJors and looking into the white
room where rest the two Stone sarcophag
containing the ashe, of Washington and hIs
wife. Tie other visitors followed on and
disposed themselves a, best they could To
get good vIcH Of the beauttA! and inter
e.;lng ceremonies. The chaplain had taken
position and raised his hand for perfect 81
lence preparatory to beginning the solemn
rites. when a voice rang out clear and dis
tInct from the bushes 20 or 80 feet away on
the Itl', say IlS III tone oi spoTt'n ankle
banter: Two to one that George amt in
the box"
The ef-ct WAS parayz:nS for moment
Tie c;.apillns hand descended and every
bodl's eyes were turned in the direction
from which the VOICE came. There was then
a faint snicher in the crowd and great deal
Of gravity even among the knights was
upset but the chaplain recovered himself in
moment and the ceremonies were gone
through with. 1t was only the heroic self
possession and instant recovery of the chap
lain, however, that saved the day
All efforts to find out who the interloper
was failed.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1884-10-16
Poetry.


There's dream In the clouds and a brown on
the hills.
And white sleepy vspor float, up from the
rills.
There. the touch Of pencil about the blue
SKY,
Like the symbol Of God when His Heralds
pas by.
God, Hcrald>. who marshal the swift flowing
wears
That are crowding along on their river Of tears
Who account for all cycles, immortal or brief,
From the birth Of a world to the tint OF leaf.
A brooklei flows down through a ,unburnt
lea
And a withcrcl leaf floats on its breast to the
sea.
In the hazy air Ger The leaf and the stream,
Like glorificd soul floats Poets dream.
Hi dream i Life, from II. birth 10 the grave
Where !; sleeps 70 the moan Of Etcrnity'-
wave.
For Life fading Oh; in the ocean Of Time.
1, ike frost in the sun, or Poets rhyme.
o. strong hear, Of manhood hope on to the
end
TIL Your own and the white lock, of Winter
.haIl blend;
In the fullnc>> o; life. on your clustering
brow
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1884-10-16
The Pestiferous Aneo1ote.


Out of every 1000 people bora into this
world of sin and sorrow, 800 either do not
know good story when they hear it, forget
it after they have head it, do not know how
to repeat it themselves, or haven't good
juds sment about when to introduce it.
lay down this grand principle, as am lay
ing down all my grand principles this sea-
son, without fear Of successful cpntralic-
ton.
listened to a very fair amateur cam
paign speech the other elening-ytry fair,
with one exception. The anecdotes wcra
not made 10 illustrate the speech, but the
speech had been distorted to fit the anec-
do;cs. An artist sometimes strikes good
idea in picture and somebody writes up to
the illustration instead Of writing a good
thing and then having it illustrated inci4cn-
tally. That's the way It was with thlt
speech.
TO discriminate between good story anI
poor one. to remember the good ones and
to forget the poor ones To bring IN the
right one at the night moment and to do
it as naturally the startled mud turtle
seeks the bosom Of the rolling dreH, requires
sang froi!, m"vtte, c."c, pro bono ruhloo
and horse SENSE These qualities aIe rarely
united N ole indiNl ldua Che is useless
without pro bono publco and both are y.
G. without what llelhcr; Spencer has so
charmingly characterized as horse sense.
The world is peopleI with Ienilens who
are constantly telling anecdotes TIA; claim
to be tacetians, but do not sr,m 20 gc. ihrre.
How often is the JoyouS group thrown into
spasms by the scrap book stoIY-te ley. Nho
Is always century behind thr naic,t ;a>lj,s.