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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
A Broken Ocean Cable.


George G. Ward. Secretary and General
Manager of the Commercial (Msckay- Ben
nett Cable Company, said yesterday, "We
are enduring the first break that has occurred
to any of our cables since we opened to the
public on the Path of December. Fortunate
ly. business will not be interrupted, as We
have another cable, which we call our north
ern cable. that we shall write duplex By
this means the electric current is divided, and
one cable does the work of two. The break
was discovered yesterday. Our steamer, the
Mackav- Bennett, is at Canso. Nova Scotia,
whence the broken and the sound cables
lead to Waterville. Ireland. As soon as the
break 10 located she will be sent out. There
will be little time lost in making the repairs
as we can tell within a fraction of a mile
where the strands are parted. The broken
cable is about 400 miles long. 1t was the
last put down"
Charles Cuttriss. chief electrician for the
cable company. said: ''The way we locate a
break in cable is simplicity itself. We
merely balance an unknown quantity against
known quantity. The vibrating magnet
called a galvanometer which causes the light
flashes which write our messages is merely a
scale which measures the resistance of the
electric current. 1t stands between the cable
stone bridge on the other. The bridge is a
mass Of copper wire coils connected by
switches. When the cable is in working
order enough of the coils are offered to the
electric current to create a resistance equal
to that of the cable. Knowing the resistance
of the coils, we are able to compute the re-
sistance of the cable. and knowing its length,
we can easily ascertain the resistance per
mile When break occurs we switch of
enough coils to make the resistance between
cable and coils equal. The difference shown
in the figures on the switchboards of the
bridge containing the coils and the original
known resistance of the unbroken cable gives
a number of ohms. Dividing this number
BY the number Of ohms per mile. we have the
exact number Of miles to fraction that the
break is away from the point where the test
il made. OF course. there is a slight leakage
at the end of a break that would slightly af-
feet the calculation, but it would not materi-
ally interfere"
1t was announced in London yesterday,
that both ends of the second American cable
had been picked up and that connections
would soon be made. In October last both
the American cables, better known as the
Gould cables, were broken and it was assert
ed that the breaks were caused by the laying
of the Mackay- Bennett cables, which cross
the others Two weeks ago the steamer
Nina picked up the first cable and made con-
nections. On Friday last the break in the
second cable was located between Canso,
Nova Scotia, and Penzance, England. 1t is
about $500 miles from one point to the other.
1t is now asserted that in picking up the
American cable, the Mackay- Bennett cable.
which parted on Tuesday, was broken. AT
II o'clock last night the break in the latter
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Are you disturbed at night and broken Of
your rest by . sick child suffering and cry
ing with pain of cutting teeth? If so, send
at once and get bottle of MRS. WINsLow's
SOOTHING SYRUP FOR CHILDREN TEErHING.
Its value is incalculable. 1t will relieve the
poor little sufferer Immediately. Depend
upon it, mothers, there is no mistake about
it. 1t cures dysentery and diarrhOea,
regulates the stomach and bowels, cures
wind collie, softens the gums, reduces in
fammStion, and gives tone and energy to the
whole system. MRS. WINsLow's SOOTHING
SYRUP FOR CHILDREN TEErHINo is pleasant
to the taste, and is the prescription of one Of
the oldest and best female nurses and ply
sicians in the United States, and is for sale
by all druggists throughout the world. Price
% cents bottle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

According to Mulhall's statistics, there
are not far shot of $50. 900 vessels engaged
in Europe and North America in fishing.
Between six and seven hundred thousand
men are employed in this industry. and
the total annual product of fish is not far
short of l,50O.0 tons. Few people real.
ize the full meaning of these latter fig.
ures. A ton OF fish is equal in weight to
about twenty-eight sheep. and hence. if
Mulhall's estimae is approximately cor
rect. a years fish supply for ten European
countries, included in this estimate. and
the United States and Canada might be
represented by 100000 sheep. OF this
amount the United Kingdom, Canada,
Russia and the United States. alone. ag-
gregate 1000, 900 tons, equivalent to 2s,-
100000 sheep.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Johnson's Anodyne Liniment will positive
ly cure chronic diarrhea of long standing,
also dysentery, cholera morbus. and cholera,
used internally. There is no remedy know n
so valuaable for immediate use as this old
life preserver.
One single box of Parsons Purgative Pills
taken one each night will make more new
rich blood than ten dollars worth of any
liquid blood purifier now known. These
pills will change the blood in the entire sys-
TEN in three months, taken one night
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
An Enterprising, Reliable House.

Devine & Coughlin can always be relied
upon, not only to carry in stock the best of
everything, but to secure the Agency for such
articles as have well-known merit, and are
popular with the people, thereby sustaining
the reputation of being always enterprising,
and ever reliable. Having secured the Agen-
cy for the celebrated DR.. Kings New Discov
cry for Consumption, will sell it on a positive
guarantee. 1t will surely cure any and every
affection of Throat, Lungs, and CHEST, and
to show our confidence, we invite you to call
and get Trial Bottle Free. dec27t&wtc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

The BEST SALvE in the world for Cuts
Bruises, Burns, Sores. Ulcers, Salt Rheum
Fever Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chill
blains, Germs. and all Skin Eruptions, and
positively cures Piles, or no pay required
1t is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction
or money refunded. Price % cents per box
For sale by Fuller Drug Store, F. G. Kins.
man & Co dec27d&wly
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
An Answer Wanted.

Can any one bring us case of Kidney or
Liver Complaint that Electric Bitters will not
speedily cure? We say they can not, as
thousands of cases already permanently cured
and who are daily recommending Electric
Bitters, will prove. Brights Disease, Dia-
betes, Weak Back, or any urinary complaint
quickly cured. They purify the blood, regu-
late the bowels, and act directly on the dis
eased parts. Every bottle guaranteed. For
sale at soc, bottle by Devine & Coughlin.
dec27t&wtc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
Pile TulnOrs

when neglected or improperly treated often
degenerate into cancer. By our new and
improved treatment without knife, caustic or
salve, we cure the worst cases in ten to thirty
days. Pamphlet, references and terms, three
letter stamps. Worlds Dspensary Medical
Association, 663 Main Street, Buffalo, N. Y.
july2StW&S&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Rheumatism of the heart and all forms of
Heart Disease yield to the use of Dr. Graves
Heart Regulator. Those that use it praise
it Free pamphlet of F. E. Ingalls,, Cam
bridge, Mass 81 90 per bottle at druggists.
iuly2Sdeod&w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

At meeting of mail steamship compa-
MES held in New York. Wednesday, it
was definitely decided to cease carrying
the government mail after August l..
They will. however, for the present. for
ward any letter Enclosed in stamped en-.
velopes. if the postage stamp is of de-
nomination sufficient to cover the postage
that would be chargeable thereon if the
same were sent by mail. provided that
such envelope shall be duly directed and
properly sealed, so the letter cannot be
taken therefrom without defacing the en-
velope. and the date of the letter or of the
transmission or receipt thereof shall be
written or stamped upon the envelope"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

The report by cable that the cholera has
crossed the Pyrenees and is now in South
ern France only states what probably &C.
Cured some time ago. The authorities of
European cities invariably conceal the ex-
istence of any dread disease among them
until concealment is no longer possible !;
so il is safe to infer that cholera has ex-
listed in the south OF France for weeks.
Indeed. Captain Mason. United States
Consul at Marseilles. informed our Gov
eminent fortnight ago that it prevailed
at that time in his city. The announce
ment, however. need cause no alarm here.
Good authorities are now of the opinion
that, for this summer at least. we are safe
from cholera in New York.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Know myself by reading the "Science of
Life" the best medical work ever published
for young and middle-aged men.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
BOOK AND JOB PRINTING.

The Kennebec journal establishment IL prepared
1t all times to give Immediate attention to orders OF
any kind Of book or job printing. We have every
presses, large quantities Of paper stock, and the
latest styles of type. Orders by mail will receive
prompt attention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

The best testimony in favor of Pyle's
Pearline Washing Compound is the millions
Of packages sold every year, and sales stead
lily increasing in spite of the numerous poor
limitations. july29d&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

ARE YOU MADE miserable BY Indiges-
ton, Constipation, Dizziness, Loss of Appetite,
Yellow Skin? Shloh's Vitalizer is positive
cure. Sold by Bowditch, Webster & Co
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Messrs. Charles Scribner's Sons are al
ready making preparations for the estab-
lishment of a new magazine Of the first
class, to be called Scribner's Monthly.
When the Scribners sold their interest in
the magazine formerly known by that
name, but now called the Century, they
agreed, after the usual custom. not to en-
bark in any new magazine enterprise un-
til after the lapse of specified time. That
time will expire during the year 1886. and
it is the purpose of the firm to establish its
new magazine next year,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

WHY WILL YOU cough when Shiloh's
Cure will give immediate relief. Price 10
cts, so cts, and 81. Sold BY Bowditch,
Webster 4 Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Erysipelas and Salt Rheum was driven en-
tirely away from Mrs. J. c. Anderson, Pesh-
tigo, Wis, by Burcock Blood Bitters. No
equal as blood purifier. july2Sd&wlw
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

"HACKMETACK," a lasting and fragrant
perfume. Price % and so cents. Sold by
Bowditch, Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Stitch in time saves nine and a bottle of
Togus Cough Mixture may save your life.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

SHILOHS CATARRH REMEDY-a pos
tive cure for Catarrh, Diptthera. and Can
ker Mouth. Sold by Bowditch, Webster &
Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

SHILOH'S CURE will Immediately re-
lieve Group, Whooping Cough and Bronchi-
tbs. Sold by Bowditch, Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

FOR DYSPEPSIA and Liver Complaint,
you have printed guarantee on every bottle
Of Shilohs Vitalizer. It never fails to cure.
Sold by Bowdtch, Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Take the best train between Boston and
New York. leaving either city at p. NJ, ar.
irwin the other at Q p. NJ. Runs on time
Week Days and sundays. every day in the
year. june2Od3m
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

A NASAL INJECTOR free with each bot
tie of Shilohs Catarrh Remedy. Price so
cents. Sold by Bowditch. Webster & Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
NOTICE..

Until further notice shall carry passengers from
Augusta to Hammonds Grove for Is cents, and tc
Winthrop for so cents The stage will leave Augusts
every morning at IA O'Clock.
julyasda G. &: +. fAYhok, Propriesors.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
h DAILY gEysgsgc JOURNAL
AdverttstnQ Rates

Can be had On application at the office. The
Daily and Weekly taken together AFFORD the best
sdvertisng medium for this section Of the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

Some of our democratic contemporaries,
like the Boston Post. tor example, take
great pleasure in declaring that 1.-The
death of General Grant makes Arthur the
only surviving ex-president, We trust
our contemporaries will get their fun out
of this sort of thing without any loss of
time. 1t kills Mr.. Tilden. according to
the democratic view, while it ignores
Rutherford B. Hayes, whom history will
recognize as president who. in his own
way, caused the bourbon democracy about
as much trouble as any man who ever oc-
pied the office. Philadelphia Press.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01
City Of Augusta.

The Committee on Accounts will be In session ~
the Aldermen's Room, at 7.30 o'clock p, NJ. ON the
Tuesday next preceding the first Friday OF eacn
month, for the purpose Of examining accounts sno
claims against the city Bills must be presented 70
some member of the Committee at previous to the
hour Of meeting or they will not be considered OF
reported to the City Council for payment until one
month later All bills must be approved by the civ
officer, or the committee Of the department unoer
whose authority the same accrued.
SAMUEL w. LANE,
GEO. +. HALVES, COMMITTEES
b. FOLSOM, on
ii. G. STAPLES, Accounts'
july3ld4t GEO, w. KNOWLES,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

NOR SALE-At bargain. 5000 buys snug
ID little cottage and stable, all in good repair, sit
uated on East Side in a first class neghborhood.
Terms easy. Address Lock Box 1903, Augusta. Me.
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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

1t is said by old prospectors that there
is not a mountain peak in Colorado on the
tip top of which there is not tin can
Tourists and mountain climbers have the
habit OF taking up with them a tin can to
be left at the summit for the disposition
on slips of paper of the names of all who
ascend the mountain after them. 1t is also
said that one may wander to the uttermost
depths OF the wilderness into places where
the foot of mortal man has apparently
never trod, and there will be found the in :
evtabe tin can. Indeed, it would seem
that the can, rather than the axe. is the
pioneer of civilization. - Chicago Times.
That swift steam yacht. the Stiletto, is
not to hold without dispute the honors of
the recent regatta of the American Yacht
Club. Mr.. Jay Gould, owner of the At
lanta, protests that the Stietto did not
follow exactly the course prescribed for
the race; that if she had. the Atlanta
would have won, The owner of the Still
etto denies the charge but as he is blind.
his word will have to be supported with
evidence II is case of Il did, and
.'you didn't" which vachtsmen always
dislike to have raised, but which will have
to be settled before the owners of the At
lanta and her rival can be quite happy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1885-08-01

he WEEKLY MSyEsE JOURNAL
Published at AugMsta. Me-. every
Wednesday by
9F9raGue d Son.
$500 for a year.
4l.O0 for SIX months.
Soc. for three months.
he DAILY Essssssc JOURNAL
Ii issued every morning except Sunday. at
800 a year.
$3.50 for six months,
SI,75 for three months,
90 cents per month
Advertisfng Rates
Can be had On application at the office. The
The Opelousas courier., 1885-11-21
JURY LIST.
STATE OF LOUISIANA, I
PARISH OF ST. LANDRY. {

DE IT KNOWN that we, the Jury Com
ID missioners, did: on the 30th day of Septem-
Der, A. D., 1885, meet at the Clerks office, in
the town of Opel ousas, parish of st. Landry,
for the purpose of drawing a jury for the reg
uiar term of the District Court of the 18th
Judicial District, under section 5, Act No. "A,
of the regular session of 1877, all the members
being present except j. J. Thompson, Robert
Chachere, one of the said members, drew
from the general venire box, one at q time.
the names of the following fifty persons to
compose the Grand and Petit Jurors for the
first. week of the said Court, commencing
Tuesday, the 9Th day of December, 1885, a list
of whom was then and there kept by the
Clerk of said Court, James o. Chacher6, and
in our judgment, a Jury being required for the
second aed third weeks of the term, we then
and there proceeded, as i'll drawing the first
fifty jurors, to draw thirty additional names
to serve as petit jurors for the second week
aad thirty additional names to serve as petit
Jurors for the third week of the term of said
Court, md we the Clerk and commissioners
did the, and there, place the names drawn as
aforesa ID for each separate week, in separate
envelopes, and sealed and endorsed the same,
| with the weeks for which they were respect
lively drawn, which said envelopes, contain
ing said names, were then and there placed
in jury box provided for the purpose, which,
after depositing said names therein as afore-
said, was locked and sealed by us, and placed
in the custody of the clerk of the court for
| use aft said term of said Court.
The Opelousas courier., 1885-11-21
To Every Woman.

Think twice before you be-
lieve every evil story you hear,
and think twenty times before
you repeat it, especially if it is
about a Womap. Say to your
self, "This map not be true,
or it may be exaggerated" un-
less you have proof of the vera
city of your informant. Peo-
pie sometimes tell falsehoods-
they often make mistakes, and
they sometimes hear wrong"
There is auricular illusion as
well as optical illusion. Take
all these things into considera-
ton before you even believe. As
for repeating the story, ask your
self If it is necessary. It is
sometimes necessary. Then do
it with the fear Of God and the
remembrance of the golden rule
before yon. Let us give the
helping hand, not the downward
push so may the angels reach
their hands toward us when we
stand in need.
The Opelousas courier., 1885-11-21
EDUCATIONAL
oPELoUsAs FEMALE INSTITUTE

Opelousas, 81. Landry Parish, La.
| TyHIS Institution will resume duties Mon
day, September 9TH 1885, under the i'm
mediate supervision of Mrs. M. M. HAYES and
Mrs. NJ. A. DAVIS, with competent assistants.
The scholastic year consists of forty weeks.
TERMS OF TUITION:
Preparatory Department, per month > 2 SO
Academic 8 W
Music, with use of Piano, Z" 6 90
Boardin, including Wash
ing, Lights and Fuel, 4" $50 l6 90
Embroidery, Wax Flowers, Painting,
Drawing, each, extra, .-.--..--.-- ~ w
Incidental zee, i w
DISCIPLINE
The government of this School is strict but
parental; no hard tasks or restrictions are i'm
posed, but every student mast comply with
the rules, and must prepare, up to the meas
ure of her ability, the lessons assigned.
Gu course OF study and mode OF instruction
are designed to train the mind to habits of
correct thinking and thorough investigation.
No student will be allowed to enter higher
classes without thorough preparation. Pa
rents and guardians may rest assured that
the manners, health and morals of their chill
dren and wards shall receive due attention.
No deduction for absence, unless in case of
protracted illness. The location of this town
is healthful and easy of access. The boarding
| department is under the immediate charge
| of Mrs. Hayes. Boarders will provide them
selves with blankets and towels.
For particulars, address
Mrs. M. NJ, HAYES,
July 28-64-nov25-79. Principal.
The Opelousas courier., 1885-11-21
Lands! Lands! Lands
Title Guaranteed
For Sale,
On Terms to Suit Purchasers.
NEAR VILE PLATE.


NEAR VILE PLATE.
Description. heres.
Lot 7, section 4, townsh 4 8 rye 2 east ITO
COULEE CROCHE,
Near Diron GroUe.
E J OF $ W ! sec p, t Z s range 3 east s0.56
w of S W sec %, S range 3 east 1886
N e sec and n e ! of s Q / of see 2S..
N e / sec and n of IL W / sec 81, til
T 3 east, contain1ng.....-.-...... 1924
Lots l and 2 of see "a, 8 rye 3east SO
w ] of n e ! of sec "a, 81 ..-... 80
BELLEVUE.
S Q / of S e / of sec 3; S W ofsw3,
and lots 4 and z of sec 2 t7sr3e,
west of the Montgomery plantation
S / of S Q ! of sec s; S W / of $ W
of sec 8; Q J of S W of sec lo-all
in 8 rs east, containing.-.--.-. 29S.Sd
NEAR POINT LYONS.
Lot No 3 and n e of s g ! of sec 80, {
Ssr3e east, eontaining-----"---; o0.o3
AND EAST OF CIR. COTEAU
Lot No | Of sec 6 t 8 L 5 east....-... 13.AS
PRAIRIE HAYES.
N W / of 5 w ! of sec 25 e ] Of e / !
of Q !, and 8 e / of II e / OF see26, t
IS I l O, containing. 160,3 SO
Lots 3 and 4 of section 25; lots /, 2
and 8 of sec 50; and lots l and ? of
sec 36, t s r east, containing. -. 1915
Lots :, 3 and 4 n W ! of S e,4, and Ii
of S W / of sec &c, t s S T. ! east. 1872
N ! of I of sec IS; g Rsof e ! of
he / of sec 26, 8 east.--.... l60.39
For further information, apply to
E. d. ESTILETTE,
At the office of Estilette s. Dupr6,
jali Att'ys at Law, 0pelousas, La.
The Opelousas courier., 1885-11-21
she would make a Good wife.

They sat in the library a~lcove,
And they gazed at the hundreds Of
books
And she gake, ia exchange for his sigh
ings. w
The sweetes and shyest of looks.
"Herc are ri tunes of very great value,
And you,'' he remarked, care we'll vers-
ed
Now, supposiFg a fire should break out
Which book Aonld son try to save
first 2"
81 would seize and abe grew quite
excited
Aud then she gce terribly calm
II would seize pa a's pocket book first,
sir ~
That's 'he kind' h a book worm
am Us
The Opelousas courier., 1885-11-21

A newspapers correspondent
describes the American watch
mandatory at Waftham, Mass,
and in speaking of toe astonish-
ing minnteness of s. ose very es-
sential parts of the Of och says :
"A small heap OF the ain was
shown to us like iroroutlings or
grains of pepper frotR7, pepper
caster - apparently tx mere
dust Of the machine Whpy\ turn
ed them out and theproghen
examined with a miclon ape,
were seen to be perfect aPrsWs,
each to be driven to itaf plsese
with a screw driver. It qS OIL
of the statistics at Wa1tham
worth remembering that Is sin.
gle pound 0 fsteel, costing .;but
| 50 cents, is thus manufacs ared
into 100000 screws, which are
worth GIL" s
The Opelousas courier., 1885-11-21
LOUISIANA MILITARY INSTITUTE

Located at Opelousas,
ST. LANDRY PAR, La,
NN7ILL be open for the reception of Cadets
w on Monday, October 9Th, 1885.
TERMS FOR TUITION:
Boys under - years, per month---...-$2 90
Boys over II years, --.--. 3 90
There will be a reduction of 20 per cent
whenever there are two or more from one
family.
We refer by permission to the Hon. L. 7.
Lewis, Judge G.. w. Hudspeth, Thomas II.
Lewis, ESD, Hon. John N. Ogden, Dr.. w. A:
Robertson, C. C. Duson, Joseph Bloch and
Alphense Levy.
REV. C. C KRAMER, B. A.,
Principal,
CAPT. E. SUMTER TAYLOR,
s26 Comd'g. Cadets.