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Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1884-06-18
The Food Fish OF Alaska.

The greatest and most available re-
source of Alaska is the abundance of
food fish to be found in the streams
and in the waters along the coast. From
June until september the fresh-water
streams, from the great Yukon to the
little brooks flowing from the melting
glaciers, are crowded with salmon and
trout, while their presence in the BAYS
ana ad jacent seas is indicated by the
leaping Of herds Of porpoises pursuing
them for food. Were it not for their
destruction by these ravenous fish. and
bhe fact that but small per centagc of
She spawns live TO reach deep water, the
sea and bays in the vicinity Of these
Eiyers would become unnavigable. In
ghe spawning season they ascend the
dreams in such numbers as TO render
fording extremely difficult There are
eve distinct species as classified by the
Inhabitants, though no scientific CLASH
Scation has yet been made Early in
June the Quinnat Ga very fine fish, called
Chouchow by the Russians) be-
gins to run, followed soon by
the Kikof. In July appears the
Crassena cred tleshcd) and in
August the Garbosha (humpbacked),
followed later in the season by the Kis-
clutch, or black mouthed The last is
considered the finest table fish, though
the Garbosha, which is coarse and unfit
for canning, is the favorite with the
Indians, and is cured by them in great
quantities for their winter food There
are already half dozen canneres at
work, several of which were built the
cf he L. =. l.
ing quite factor in the market. The
possible expansion of this industry is
practically unlimited Large quantities
are packed in barrels by the various fur
and trading companies. Off Fox and
Shumagim islands, at the southern ex-
tremity of the Alaskan peninsula, cod
Ishing is carried on quite extensively.
Three companies in San Francisco employ
twenty vessels in this work, catching
about 1900 tons annually. In this Vi
cinity there are number of good banks,
with a depth of water varying from
thirty to sixty fathoms. In the
Nstern end of Behring sea is
ank covering an area of $4,000 square
miles, which has depth of fifty fathoms
and on every portion Goldfish are album
dant. The cod is found from the Straits
of Fucu as far north as fifty-nine degrees,
or the southern limit of floating ice in
Behring sea, having been caught at
Nootka, Sitka, Lituya bay, Yak-etat
Bay, Cooks inlet, throughout the
Aleutan islands, the Alexandrian Archi-
pelago, and the Okhotsk sea. The
black cod, which is now attracting much
attention, and is especially abundant in
the vicinity of Queen Charlotte islands
and some distance to the northward, is
superior to the cod of Labrador; so also
Is the fish caught near the Shumagin
Islands. Halibut abound, but have never
been caught in large numbers for the
market. The Indians dry them for food.
They range from fifty to five hundred
pounds in weight, and are caught with
out difficulty. There are many other
species of fish, valuable for food or oil,
which will all furnish their quota to
.he wealth which will be drawn from
Alaska in the future. - Portland Orr
West Shore
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1884-06-18
A Magnificent Mast.

A mast was sent from Verona TO the agn'
cultural department Of the Turin cxhl1
ton. The tree grew in the woods ofIS
dore, and five other majestic pines had Z
be hewn down befor the one desti ed %
the mast could be removed. When "
lower branches had been cut of this tA
tree-trunk was divided into two piece
the bottom part measuring more than i.
feet, and the top part, still adorned W.
It's great branches, eighteen feet. ~
weight Of the tree, after being thus pr
pared. was forty-one cwt. On examla
ing the base 1t was found that that pls
was 20j years old, while the summit Hs
only eightv-three years old. The msI
was dragged from the forest to the -
ton on two wagons, drawn By eieg
horses, and the whole of it took up se'a
railway trucks. Three DAYS were emplol 4
in the transport by rail, as the spec
train could only travel by daylight r
ceeding very slow en account ofthe cu'' !
and had TO stop continually, not Pc
able to pass another train. The mas
slender in comparison to its height Pc
sixty-five centimetres at the base ana
teen at the summit. The stem presa'
an equal width up TO the height OF a9s.
ninety feet, after which it diminishe' s
idly. Including the expenses Of IT.
port, the mast will cost more than
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1884-06-18

George Augustus Sala gets $4,000 8
year from the London Illustrated Aeacs
for writing page a week: another $10,-
900 for an OCCASIONAL editorial in the Lon
don Telegraph, and has steady income
from magazine articles and other writing
making = total offrom $50, 900 to $40, :
600
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1884-06-18

Hartshorn (aqua ammonia) is one of
the best remedies for a bee sting.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1884-06-18

Cremation is gaining favofin EngiA5s.
The city authorities of London have
cided to establish a crematory at lile+
a suburb Of the East End.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1884-04-12

whv the Drummer Had Concluded
to Quit Drinking.

to Quit Drinking.
"Mentor,n the Chicago Herald.
"No, 1 won't drink with you to-
day, boys" said drummer to sev.
eral companions, as they settled
down in the smoking car and pass
ed the bottle. "The fact is, boys l
have quit drinking-I've sworn of"
He was greeted with shouts of
laughter by the jolly crowd around
him .they put the bottle under his
nose and INDUCED in many jokes at
his expense, but he refused to drink,
and was rather serious about 1t.
"What's the matter with you, old
bow ?' sang out one. III you've
quit drinking, something's up; tell
rs what is it . "Well, boys, / will,
though know you'll laugh at me.
But I'll tell you, all the same.
have been a drinking man all my
life. ever since was married, as
YOU all know. / love Whiskey-
it's as sweet in my mouth as sugar
and God only knows how I'll quit
II. For seven years not a day has
passed over my head that l didn't
have at least one drink. But / am
done. Yesterday l was n Chicago.
Down on South Clark street Gus
toner of mine keeps a pawn shop
in connection with his other busl-
ness. 1 called on him, and while L
was there young man not more
than twenty-five, wearing thread
hare clothes, and looking as hard as
~ he hadn't seen a sober day for a
month. came in with a little pack
age in his hand. Tremblingly he
unwrapped it, and handed 1t to the
pawnbroker, saying. "Give me
ten cents And, boys, what do
you suppose it was? A pair ol
baby's shoes, little things with the
bottoms only trifie soiled, as il
they had been worn only once OF
twice. Where did you get these 2
asked the pawnbroker. Got 'em at
home,' replied the man. who had
an intelligent face and the manner
of gentleman, despite his sad con.
ditlon. 'My-my wife bought
them for our baby. Give me ten
cents for 'em-I want a drink.
GYou had better take the shoes back
to your wife; the baby will neeo
| them. said the pawnbroker. No
s-she won't because-because she'
dead She's lying at home now
died last night AS he said this the
moor fellow broke down, bowed
his head on the showcase, and crieo
like a child. Boys" said the drum
mer. "you can laugh If you please
but II have a baby of my own a.
home. and swear I'll never drini
another drop" Then he got uE
and went into another car. His
companions glanced at each other il
] silence; no one laughed the bottl'
disappeared, and soon each was sit
ting in seat by himself reading
newspaper.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1884-04-12

Can any one bring Us a case OF
Kidney or Liver Complaint bat
Electric Bitters will not speedily
cure? We say they can not, as
thousands of cases already perma-
nently cured and who are daily
recon- mending Electric Bitters, VIII
prove. Bright's Disease, Diabetes,
Weak Back, or any urinary COM
plaint quickly cured. They purify
the blood. regulate the bowels, aud
act directly on the diseased paris.
Every bottle guaranteed. For sale
at soc. bottle by Owen 4 Moore.
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1884-04-12

~ REGARD the use OF beer as the
true temperance principle. When
/ work all day and am exhausted
nothing helps me like glass OF
beer. Ii assists nature, you under
stand.u at makes regular TOOL
of me-" The friend replied ;
"That's what / say. 1t assists ma
frraO ~
Clarksville weekly chronicle. (Clarksville, Tenn.) 1873-1890, 1884-04-12

THE work on the Panama Canal
9 progressing satisfactorily.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

Bon Lamar and Dick Bishop,
two lively Youngsters, who have
the reputation of being desperadoes
in Texas, were captured at Oxford,
Miss, on the 10th.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

CLOTHING, fine cashmere suits
from Sc to $3.50 at Big Heyman's.
These prices are low down, and all
should take advantage of the
chance now offered.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

--LoNsDALE bleached "A Do
nestle at 8 cents; Dress Goods in
plaids and stripes reduced from 80
to Is cents per yard, at Big Hey
mans. Don't forget.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

NOTHING can be nicer or more
appropriate for Christmas present
than one Of those handsome band
led china washstaud sets to be had
SO cheap at Miller, Brady & Co.'s.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23
Henry L, Biossat, Business Manager

THE city of Dallas, Texas, is
to have 100000 brewing estab-
lishment.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23
THE GRAND INAUGURATION.

The opening ceremony of the
great Worlds Exposition was a
magnificent and impressive scene.
More than 10000 people, Of all
nationalities and every grade OF
public distinction, were present at
the Inauguration. Every intelli-
gent man recognizes that this man.
moth enterprise is indeed a propi-
tious opportunity for Louisiana and
the whole South. Its origin ema-
mating from the Congress Of the
United States gives to this wonder.
full display a National and practical
character.
The management, to whose
hands we're entrusted the laborious
details Of the Exposition have &C
quilted their'trust in manner wor-
thy Of the highest praise. To the
leading and moving spirit of this
stupendous undertaking, Director
General Burke, to whose remarka-
BILE genius and tireless energies the
triumphant success of the EXPOSE
ton is mainly due, the people Of
Louisiana and the South cannot,
award too high an enoonium. Ma
jor Burke has sacrificed everything
of personal or selfish consideration
to this great work, to which his en-
tire time and labor have been de-
voted for months past, and when
the time Of frnition comes, infusing
new life and vigor into every indus
try and element of prosperity in
our southern section, the people
will remember the name of E. A.
Burke with instructive gratitude,
and associate him with all the good
and grand results that will flow
from this greatest enterprise Of its
kind that the world has ever seen. |
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

MIR. Jay Gould, with a party
OF friends, will leave New York in
February in his steam yacht At
lanta for visit to the New Orleans
Exposition. A fast steam launch,
costing $1,000, has been added to
the Atlanta's outfit.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

REV. Henry Ward Beecher, in
a letter expressing regret at his in.
ability to attend the banquet of the
business men of New York last
Friday evening to celebrate the
election of Cleveland and Hend-
ricks, added II am hopeful of the
future. / trust that Mr.. Cleveland
will select for his Cabinet men that
are not candidates for the Presi-
dency; men that will work cordi-
ally with him and harnonieasly
with each other !; men whom Re-
publicans can respect, Democrats
admire and all people trust. I be-
lieve that We have outlived the ele-
ment Of sectionafism, and that all
friendly controversies in Congress
or before the people will hereafter
be waged on. sound national poll
cies, not sectional animosities, and
that peace, good will and prosper
ity will take the place of the
cloudy days, of war"
III Is said of Gov. Cleveland
that he is an admirable listener,
and has also a most retentive men,
Dry. Whatever is, said to- him
makes an impression on his mind,
and persons who have talked with
him have been surprised to find
that weeks afterward he could re-
peat the principal points Of their
conversations. In both Of these
excellent qualities he differs FROM
Grant, the "Silent Man," who said
nothing and heard nothing. 1t was
all smoke with him.
The Democrats Of Ohio pro-
pose to celebrate with unusual en-
thusiasm and eclat the coming an
niyersary Of the battle Of New Or
leans, January sth. The result of
the recent Presidential election is
highly Suggestive Of proper OBJ
servance Of this old Jacksonian an
niversary, not only in Ohio, but in
this city, too, the scene of the clos
ing victory Of the first rebellion
and the crowniag glory Of the great
Apostle Of the Democratic Party.
IN. @. States.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

The largest, finest and best
stock of Christmas goods ever re-
ceived inaAlexandrsa are now be-
ing opened and displayed at the
Eagle Drug Store. These goods
are offered to the public at the 1oac-
est possible cash prices.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

The Baltimore Sun concludes
AN ably written editorial on the
opening Of the Worlds Exposition
as follows: dts deeper significance
is 10 be- looked for in the fact that
an exposition of such vast proper
tionss ID being held in a city which
less than ten years ago was pros
trate under the ruinous eway of the
scalawag and icarpet-bagger, both
sustained in their despotism by the
power of the Federal government.
The progress Of the last eight years
is prophetic Of greater progress in
the future" :
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

MR.. A. Cqrrie, at present the
Mayor of Shreveport, has purehas-
ed the Shreveport Times and that
paper will be consolidated with the
Democrat. The whole will become
the property of a joint stock COM
pany OF merchants, with a capital
stock Of $4,000.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

He THANKS HIS PAnRR.-Mr.
Editor: I was induced by reading
your good paper to try Oh. Harter's
Iron Tonic for debility, liver disor-
der and scroiuia, and three bottles
have cured me, Accept my thanks.
Jos. G. Boggs.-EEx,
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

The United States Revenue
collectoss had a desperate fight
with some moonshiners, on the
night of the 18th, in the Dunegan
Settlement, s miles from Gaines
vile, Ga. The leading moeasbi-
ners were killed, when the Others
fled, leaving the officers masters of
the field.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

III you need soap or starch go
and buy it at Big Heyman's. He
has just received 400 boxes Of Kel.
lars soap which he is selling at
1915 a box; also goo boxes of
starch, which is going at 4 cents
per pound. Buy at these figures.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1884-12-23

q. = 49, Wv o~1AASs
~
Official Journal of the City of
Alexandria.
Henry L, Biossat, Business Manager
THE city of Dallas, Texas, is
to have a 100000 brewing estab-
lishment. e
Bon Lamar and Dick Bishop,
two lively Youngsters, who have
the reputation Of being desperadoes
in Texas, were captured at Oxford,
Miss, on the 10th.
CLOTHING, fine cashmere suits
from Sc to $3.50 at Big Heyman's.
These prices are low down, and all
should take advantage of the
chance now offered.
-LoNsDALE bleached "A Do
nestle at 8 cents; Dress Goods in
plaids and stripes reduced from 80
to Is cents per yard, at Big Hey,
mans. Don't forget.
NOTHING can be nicer or more
!, appropriate for Christmas present
than one of those handsome band
yed china washstaud sets to be had
SO cheap at Miller, Brady & Co.'s.
MIR. Jay Gould, with a party
OF friends, will leave New York in
February in his steam yacht At
lanta for visit to the New Orleans
Exposition. A fast steam launch,
costing $1,000, has been added to
the Atlanta's outfit.
The largest, finest and best
stock Of Christmas goods ever re-
ceived iuaAlexandria are now be-
ing opened and displayed at the
Eagle Drug Store, These goods
are offered to the public at the go,c-
est possible cash prices,
He THANKS HIS PAPRR.-Mr.
Editor: I was induced by reading
your good paper to try Oh. Harters
Iron Tonic for debility, liver disor-
der and scroiuia, and three bottles
have cured me. Accept my thanks.
Jos. ". hoggs.-lES>
III you need soap or starch go
and buy it at Big Heyman's. He
has just received 400 boxes Of Kel.
lars soap which he is selling at
1915 a box; also goo boxes of
starch, which is going at 4 cents,
per pound. Buy at these figures.
--MR. A. Cqrrie, at present the
Mayor of Shreveport, has purehas-
ed the Shreveport Times and that
paper will be consolidated with the
Democrat. The whole will become
the property of a joint stock CON-
- ~ = |
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18
a CAEl ID.

FRIENDS AND FELLOW CITIZENS OF IEFFER-
SON COUNTY: / have repeatedly been urged by
numerous parties OF friends TO SUBMIT my name
as a candidate to the primary meetings for nom
iuation rs "a representative in the next legisla-
ture OF the state. and do not feel II 10 be my
duty TO resist their appeals.
think IL the part of wisdom not 10 change
the representative every year, rs by one session
the representative learns much that is useful TO
him in future legislation. The knowledge OF pro-
ceeding and transaction OF business acquired
therein, fits him tho better for tho station to
which he is neutrality-suspicious. Is the best OF
have the first censure to observe OF my votes
during the last session, and believe my con
duct therein has met the views OF my consntu-
There is one consideration which governs my
action: not to increase the Durthen OF the peO-
pie. Myvote will he found recorded against we
Increase OF cents n the landed estate added Dy
the last legislature. did not deem II necessary
10 levy that tax, 1t was laid in order rs under
stood, to pay the appropIiati99n "a psIt, ~ oJl
the money was borrowed FROM source that was
not pressing for payment and the ordinary taxes
would in q few wears strike out the deficiency.
voted also. against AL the wild schemes ~ the
R..publ leans 10 Increase our taxes largely. There
were several efforts made by leading Repuoli-
cans in The House 20 do SO, bet tho democracy
stood no nlsnfully and they were voted down.
voted n liberal sum Is an appropriation 10
Shepherd College. with when tAe trustees nay. ~,
building. The renovated building the old Court
House, is now an ornament to ShePaerdstown
and speaks well Tor the tas'e OF the CITIZENS be.
sides ;he crltify;nG intelligence is received that
an increase OF eight during the last session IS
made to the graduates
Ii is useless further 10 particuiariZe my many
votes on, sundry subjects but this will say, nay
best efforts were used to promote the benent OF
the people and TO advance the best interests OF
the State. And II nominated anu rs-ele s.i ~
Won shall promise not 10 slacken my e'ldeaV-
ors for YOUR advantage but snail feel called upon
by this renewed assurance OF your confidence 10
rj.doubie INV efforts in behalf OF the people
~. =, ' IL isaac FOcKE.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18

Hewnlon.-Thc Eighth Annual Re
union of the Society of the Army of West
Virginia will be held at Cumberland, Nd,
September %, 81 and 4th, 1884. Gems.
Sheridan, Mcclellan, Rosccrans, Hancock
and Duval and Goil, of West Virginia,
with a number Of other distinguished
generals and members OF the Grand Army
of the Republic, are expected. The pro-
gramme will consist of speeches, memo
rial addresses, parades, reunions Of conf
panies and other interesting exercises. 1t
will be the largest gathering OF veteran
soldiers ever held in this section of coun-
try. There will be excursion rates Oh the
railroads.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18

FprToRs REGIsTER.-We think that this end
of the county is entitled TO one OF the members
OF our next Legislature, ana hope that the
whole county will join with us and vote for the
man we have selected. He is n man beyond
reproach, one that money cannot buy, thor
oughly honest in all his convictions, and one
that the whole county could justly be proud OF,
as one of their representatives.
CAPT LEE III. MOIER is the choice OF large
minority of the voters Of Shepherdstown dis
trict and we hope he VIII receive large ma
ioritv of the votes ut the primary election, and
bc declared the nominee OF the Dcmocrntic
,a,tv W
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18

From New YoHK AND PnTLADELPHTA.-This
Is but gentle reminder that j. II. BEACliLEf,
The Great Variety Merchant OF IIagerstown, has
Just been 10 Now York and Philadelphia on
buying tour. His goods are about oil in, and
better selected stock, with lower prices, cannot
be found In the city; indeed, 1t is generally
known that BEAC!ILEY'S long experience ad-
mittcd good taste, determined will-powcr, large
lots aud the hard cash down, give him many
advantages in buying. OF course most people
know that he sells Dry Goods, Carpets, Oil
Cloths, Mattings, Notions, Cloths and Cassmers.
First-class Tailors TO cut and make them at short
notice. Fits guaranteed. Also, Groceries,
QueeuswAre, Glassware, Meats Garden and
Field Seeds, Paints, Oils, Fish, Salt, DC. Last,
and not least, you are again assured that bis
clerks are polite, attentive and clever. Now II
you want good goods ut right prices Just make
up your minds that you can 90 10 BEAChLEf' 3
and get anything you want, ut tue same time
believe that no living man can afford TO sell
cheaper than he also be assured that we sin-
cerely thank you for your most liberal patronage
in the past and ask for q continuance OF your
fayors In the future AS ever.
am yours, g., j. II. BEACHLEY.
P. S.-Producc Dough: at very highest market
value. We have the agency for the celebrated
worstcd dress goods; all guaranteed to wash and
not fade or shrink
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18
FOR ASSESSORS.

Messrs. Editors: win you please an
nounce for reelection, Subject to the
choice of the Democratic voters in primary
election, } our present efficient Assessors
Mr.. r. A. ALEXANDER in the First,
and Mr.. CHAS. ii. TRAIL in the Second
District. MANY VOTERS.
June ~, 1854.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18
NOTICE.

The Colored Baptist Church OF kear-
neysYlle, W. Va, will hold its annual
Bush Meeting in Mr.. James V. Moore's
woods, near Kearneysville, on Sunday,
July 27th. Preaching in the grove at
Io,3O 4. m. and $50 p. m, and'services in
the church at 40 p. III. No traliicking OF
any kind allowed on the ground.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18
HARVEST HOME.

The "Harvest Home" Festival will be
held by The Mt. Wesley people at "Jones'
Spring" about three miles from Shep-
hcrdstown, on Thursday, August Z, 1884.
If that day should be iuclement, the next
clear day. Dinner and refreshm ents on
the grounds at reasonable prices.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1884-07-18

Encrensing.-The freight business on
the Shenandoah Valley Railroad, which
has been rather dull for several months
past, is picking up, and it is probable that
the road will be kept busy for some time.
Last Sunday nineteen carloads of cattle
passed through here for Baltimore, and
three carloads Of poultry from Tennessee
and two carloads OF watermelons from
Georgia went through for New York.
The shipment of melons, poultry and
other produce from the South is steadily
increasing. 1t is said that immense guam
titles of cotton will be shipped over the
road shortly.