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St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-01-03

4 prominent government official saws
when in New York few DAYS ago he learned
Eve physicians bad been called in eOusulta
ton % examine the state ot Geu. Grants
health, and arrived al the conclusion that the
general was broken down physically and re-
Qui-ed absolute rest
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-01-03

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Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
SADDLES AND HARNESS.
TAX NOTICE..1SS4.

IN conformity to law, my books will be open
FROM THE 1sT DAY OF MAY TO THE
lsT DAY OF JUNE, 1885, for the collection OF
the FIRST INSTALMENT Of State and County
Taxes. for the fiscal year commencing Novem-
ber 1st. 1884:
Levy for State purposes, 81 mills on the $l.00.
Levy for Ordinary County purposes, q mills
on the Sl.00.
Levy for Railroad purposes, 17-1Oth mills on
the S1.00.
Levy for School purposes, 2 mills on the S1.00.
Aggregating II 7-lOth mills on the dollar.
In addition to the above a special levy for
school purposes of two mills on the dollar, on all
property in School District Number l3, making
total levy of 13 10 mills all property in said
School District.
Also, one dollar on all taxable polls between
the ages of 81 and 60 years.
The above levies are due and payable in two
equal instalments, the first instalment from May
1st to June lst 1885. The second instalment from
October 1st to November 30th, 1885. Failure to
pay the first instament in May incurs penalty
of five per cent. on said instalment. Both in
stalments may be paid in May, if desired.
For the convenience of taxpayers, Twill meet
them at the following places on the days named
At Bethel, on Thursday the 14th day of May.
At Clover, ON Friday, the 18th day of May.
At Yorkville, on Saturday, the 10th day of NJ ay
At Masseys Store, on Monday, the 18th day OF
May.
18th and Goth days of May.
day the 2lst, 22nd and 23rd days Of May.
And at Yorkvile, from Monday, the 25th day
of May, to June 1st, 1885.
Anr;,a Treasurer r of York County
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
Market Rsgorts.

YORKvILLE, May l3.-Cotton to 10.
NEW YORK, May ll.-Cotton quiet; middling
uplands, 10 1916 Futures closed steady with
sales Of 49, 900 bales as follows: May l06sto 1859;
June 1880; July, 1888 to 1884; August, 1890;
September, 1886 to l0.6S; October, 1882 to 1884;
November, lO.ls to 1919; December, 1919 to
1920; January, 1925 to lO.2S.
CHARLESTON, May 11.-Cotton nominal.
Middling, l04. .-..
CHARLOTTE, May l2.-Cotton dull at l0i to
10 5-l6 for middling,
Comparative Cotton Statement.
NEW YORK, May s.-The following is the
comparative cotton statement for the week end
ing May 8, 1885: 1885. 1884.
Receipts at all portsfor the week, s,6l2 1857
Total receipts to this date 64G 72O 1922 592
Exports for the week ...... 3G,515 2l328
Total exports to date, ST. 1890 3,4s3 1865
Stock at all u. S. ports ......... 52Gl9 537, ,249
Stock at all interior towns........ a, ,592 1926
Stock at Liverpool 99 900 900
American afloat for Great Britain II 600 $4,000
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
Special Offers.

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ance of this offer, we will send free copy
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Address, L. M. GR1ST,
Yorkville, S. c.
May IA 20 tt
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
CHURCH NOTICES.


Methodist Episcopal-Rev. J. Thomas Pate
Pastor. Services at Philadelphia Church at II
A. NJ, next Sunday and at P. M, in the
church at Yorkville, by Rev. w. w. Duncan, D.
D. Prayer-meeting Wednesday evening at
o'clock. Sunday-school at 4 P. M.
Associate Reformed Presbyterian. Services
at A. NJ, next Sunday, by Licentiate w. M
Grier. .....-
Kings Mountain Mission-Rev. L. 4. John.
son, Pastor. Services at Kings Mountain Chap
ell next Sunday, at II A. NJ.
Presbyterian--Rev. T. R. English, Pastor
Services at 1890 A. NJ, next Sunday, and in the
evening at the usual hour. Sunday-school at
P. NJ. Prayer-meeting Thursday night.
Baptist-Rev. J. E. Covington, Pastor. The
pastor will fill his regular appointments next
Sunday: At Union in the morning and at York
Vile in the evening.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
A IJRERAL OFFER.

Attention is directed to the special offer which
we make to new subscribers in our advertising
columns this week. This premium is Webster's
Practical Dictionary, an octave volume of 634
pages, embodying several entirely new features
which render it pre-eminent for general refer
ence where it is impracticable to oeuse the una
bridged edition. Our offer is open not only to
new subscribers but those whose names are
now on our books can renew their subscriptions
for next year, at any time pending our offer, and
secure copy of the book on the terms announ-
ced in the advertisement.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
DIR. MAYO.

DR.. A. D. Mayo, the eminent lecturer and edu-
cationalist, will deliver lecture in the Court
House at this place, at half-past o'clock on
Wednesday evening, Goth instant.
At the instance of the State Superintendent OF
Education, DR.. Mayo has visited several coun-
ties in the State during the past few weeks, and
by the invitation Of that official he visits York
vile. The subject of his lecture here will be,
"How does universal education pay?" The lee
ture is free, and general invitation is extended
to all Of both sexes interested in the cause OF ed
ncation
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
THE CENTENNIAL CHRONICLE.

The Augusta Chronicle has displayed wonder
full amount of research and enterprise in the
publication of its centennial edition, (which is
composed of "a pages of well-written historical
and statistical sketches of the prominent cities
of Georgia. A page of the issue is also devoted
to South Carolina. This edition ftly celebrates
the completion of the hundredth year Of the
Chronicles existence, and we'll illustrates the
ability and resources of the sterling publication,
which is among the most enterprising papers Of
the Sonth
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
MILITARY INSPECTION.

'On Friday afternoon last, the annual inspec-
ton of the Jenkins Rifles and the corps Of Cadets
of Kings Mountain Military School took place
on the grounds of the school. The Cadets ofthis
institution form part Of the military arm OF
the State, and are subject to the same regulations
asto inspection as the militia. 80. 80. x,
The Jenkins Rifles, under command of Capt.
f. NJ. Law, and the Cadets under command OF
Capt. ]. c. Lynes, of the corps Of instructors,
formed battalion, and after battalion, drill in
the presence of the adjutant-general were form
ally inspected by that officer, who complilnented
both organizations upon their soldierly appear
ance, their efficiency in drill and the neat ap-
pearance of their arms. ..- ........ ....
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
SHERIFF,S SALE.

ID virtue ofwrits of fieri facias to me directed
I'D will be sold at YORK COURT HOUSE, on
the FIRST MONDAY OF
JUNE NEXT,
The following property to wit:
That lot or parcel ofland in Yorkville, s. c., on
Main or Congress street, adjoining Roses Hotel
lot and lot now or formerly owned by DR.. j. Ru-
fus Bratton, containing half an acre, be the same
more or less. The lot has astore-room and dwell
ling-house thereon. Levied on as the property
of Mrs. Cornelia Craven, at the suit Of Cullen q
Newman and Others $3.50
That tract or parcel Of land in York county, 5.
c., on Buck Horn branch, waters of Bullock's
Creek, containing los acres, be the same more or
less Said tract is fully described on PIP. 434-5 OF
Book C S, Office of Register of Mesne Convey
ances for said county. Levied on as the proper
ty of VIM. d. Johnston, at the suit of Sam'l B.
Latham. (S2SO
TERMS: Cash and in default Of immediate
f' ~ r. H. GLENN, s. Y. C.
May7 10 1t
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
A "WET" TICKET

In the town election, last Monday, the follow
ing ballot was deposited, which would indicate
that the voter is straighout "wet" man, fully
determined to vindicate his principles at the
ballot-box: "Wet Ticket-For Mayer: Corn
Whisky; for Wardens: Rye Whisky, Apple
Brandy, Peach Brandy, Gin"
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
90 MI AY So MI MAY. S
II DRUGGISTS. A
TO THEFRONT

IN everything pertaining to pure Drugs and
l Medicines. We cannot be behind any one,
and we will sell them on as reasonable terms as
any other Druggist.
S. S. S. in abundance in large and small bottles.
Fellows Compound Syrup of ofHypophosphites.
Horsfords Acid Phosphate, the great brain
medicine.
Honey of Tar, the celebrated Cough remedy.
o. D. b. and all other Bitters.
Neutralizing Cordial, in large bottles.
Fine Wines, Brandies and Whiskies.
Simmons Hepatic Compound, the great Liver
Medicine, and Simmons Liver Medicine, the
wonderful Liver Cure.
Cream White Vermfuge, the best of all worm
medicines
Fine and common Tobacco, all grades, cheap.
Superior Cigars none better, from 3to 10 cents.
A superior line Of Perfumery, ahead of all in
that line
A tremendous display of all kinds of Brus hes.
Syringes in all styles and at all sorts of prices
Everything else to be found in any first-class
Drug Store.
MAY & MAY.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
THE NORMAL INSTITUTE

The State Board of Education, at its session in
Columbia last week, decided to hold the next
Normal Institute at Charleston. There were
three competitors for the Institute, Charleston,
Anderson and Yorkville. The institute will be-
gin in July, with Mr. H. P. Archer, superinten-
dent of the Charleston public schools, as prin-
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
j. w. DOBSON.
REGISTRATION NOTICE.

TINHE Books will be open for the REGISTRA-
TION of those who are BECOMING OF
AGE, and those who are Of age and who have
not registered heretofore, can do so by calling
on me- at my office, AT THE FACTORY
OF B. T. WHEELER, on the first Mondays of
March, April May, June and July. 1885.
w. H. McCORKLE,
February5 2lt
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
WALLACE,s MEAT MARKET.

A FTER the present week, will only keep my
n meat market open on FOUR DAYS of each
week--viz: on MONDAY, WEDNESDAY,
FRIDAY and SATURDAY. On the days men,
toned will furnish the best meats the country
affords. -
The highest market price will be paid for fat
Sheep. Il. l.. WALLACE.
April % II 3m
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
JOHN C. KUYKENDAL.
SOUNDS FROM THE MORTAR.
PAGE l6.

SOUNDS FROM THE MORTAR.
PAGE l6.
VNIE best writer's and speakers often repeat
i an important sentence or paragraph in order
to more fully impress or emphasize the thought
or idea it contains. We think that what R. Og-
den Doremus, NJ. D., LII. D., says of Prices
Cream Baking Powder is of sufficient impor-
tance to be repeated over and over again, until
box of the Powder shall be found in every house
in the land. See page 16 of DR.. Prices Cook
Book, which can be had free, on application at
der is sold in town only at the York Drug Store
COCOA.
Phillips Cocoa made digestible and assimila-
BILE by Pancreatine. A delicious, highly nutri-
tious and strengthening beverage, sold at the
York Drug Store.
I'm the Shadow.
The application of Paint is looked upon by
many as luxury only to be INDUCED in by those
who have "much goods laid up for many days"
and then only to crafty taste for adornment
While the desire to beautify and embellish ones
nome is an evidence Of civilization and refine
ment and much to be commended, paint, from
sordid view has higher utility than that of an in
vestment paying remunerative rate of interest
in the continued preservation OF whatever II
may be applied to.
Contributing to the happiness Of man, Art and
Nature reach their highest perfection in the COM
end is strikingly attained in the artistic and har-
monious blending Of shades and colors in the
application of paint. This leads us to remark
that we are headquarters for the Piedmont
region for Paints and Painters supplies and are
selling first quality goods at prices that cannot
be duplicated in the belt. Come and see us, or
drop us line," before YOU purchase.
JOHN c. KUYKENDAL.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
THE BEST is
VBBSTBR'S PRACTICAL

Probably oil OF our readers nave occasion 20 use
dictionary every day In some cases WORDS caahUt
is dcul. while IN still other cases the N -
and ofthe uneducated, but Of many Of the more in
telliRent as well and every who attempts to do
without Webster's Practical Dictionary attempts TO
do without onehalt OF his opportunities for Intel
Webster5s Practical is an entirely new work by
the editors and publishers of Websters Unabridged
and contains more than twice the amount Of matter
and illustrations before offered for the price.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
MUNICIPAL ELECTION.

+ The election, last Monday, for town officers
for the ensuing year was very quiet, there being
no exciting contest before the citizens. The fol-
lowing ticket was elected: -a. ... ....
For Intendant-John R. Ashe. '.. ...
For wardens-John A. Darwin, John Hope,
F. A. Gilbert, Sam. M. Grist.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14

ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.
LII persons having demands against the es-
n tate of I. MILTON WALLACE, deceased, are
hereby notified to present the same at once, duly
attested. Those indebted are required to make
immediate payment.
f. b. MENDENHALL, Administrator.
April 30 Is 3t%
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
Nj. STRAUSS.
HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE.

HOUSE AND LOT FOR SALE.
THE undersigned offers for sale,
4saSAsb the lot in Yorkville, known as the
"A "MEEK PLACE." tits situated
&H3s26 near the Methodist Church, and
contaius TWO ACRES, more or less. On the
lot is a two-story Dwelling House, containing
SIN LARGE ROOMS AND A BASEMENT, q
lumber-house corn-crib and stables.
Terms will be made easy. l.. NJ. GRIST.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14

NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

L. II. Dye-Warning.
Lowry & Starr-Cocoa.
Withers Adickes-New Goods.
John C. Kuykendal-Sou from the Mortar.
Hunter & Oates-Other Fresh Goods.
]. A. Adams and Others-Notice to Trespassers
L. NJ. Grist-A Valuable Premium for Subscri
bers.
T. NJ. Dobson & Co-Large Sales.
Drs. j. A. q E. F. Glenn-Surgeon Dentists.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
MENTION

Jos. F. Wallace, Clerk of the Court, who re-
Gently made an extended visit to Texas, return
ed home last SATURDAY.. .. s..- ... ...r.-
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14
UNTIL JANUARY 1sT 1889.

We will furnish the YoRKvILLE ENQUIRER
from this date until January lst, 1886, for So
the cash, in all cases, to accompany esubscrip-
tion
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14

I. also embodes several ent irely new features
which render 1t pre-eminent to such degree that
for general reference IN every househod It VIII not
nav to use even the best " the older works any
more than It would pay to journey across the con-
iinent in numbering old stage-coach while the
numerous advantages of lightning express are
nyallsb!e Those wishing 10 see sample pages and
learn the particulars In regard to these new
fanfures before purchasing. should send their I'D
dress to s. 8. IV1UD, Sole Agent,
l34K West 33d ST., N. Y.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14

Phillips Cocoa made digestible and assimil
BILE by Pancreatine. A delicious, highly nutr
tious and strengthening beverage, sold at Il
York Drug Store.
Yorkville enquirer. [volume] (Yorkville, S.C.) 1855-2006, 1885-05-14

Remember, we claim the most extensive stock
and lowest prices on Hardware in this vicinity.
Nails, Plows, Heelscrews and Lap Rings at
cents. Plow Rods and Clevises at 10 cents.
WITHERS ADICKES.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-07

GLOOMY WAR HEpnRrs.

PANAMA, Aug. 5.--Late news from
tho theater Of war Ia not such as to
Inspire hope OF any early conclusion
Of the struggle Tuerehols abandoned
their camp on tho island opposite
Calswar, Vhfdoo they had made sew
eral attacks on tho government forces
aud moved mp the river on the 18th
ultimO, an intercepted letter from
,heir. commander, Camargo, says no
had determined 20 change completely
his plan Of operations. This letter
does not state what were his iuten-
tiOns, but as It ~ directed to tho COM
mandor Of tho revolving contingent in
Barranquil6, urging that officer To
jpiu him with his entire command
without delay, 10 Is evident no con-
templates active operations. Con
aral Reyes, OF the government forces,
says CaUargo cannot muster more
than $1,000 men, including the crews
of seven river steamers, One of the
BEST OF those fleets, tho Medalia, was
burned aud blown up In the battle oil
Tamalameque, and two prominent
rebel leaders went down In horizon.
erals Hernandez and Vargas San,o.
The sanitary condition OF tho 18TH
mus has not improved. The condi.
ton OF Colon IL something terrible,
and q perfect plague seems TO have
stricken the place. There are some
times es many az - deaths per day,
which, In q population Of less than TO-
900 Is something startling.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-07

LAArAsAs, Aug, G--lSpeclai. The
secretary has received now over lCO
letters from lro companies in Texas,
which arc anxious to contend for tho
State diploma. Captain +. D. Wilkes,
chairman OF tho committee of arrange
ments Of tho State Flremen's tourna.
ment,says there s now collected and on
hand over $l,l00 in money and depos-
tied in the bank to the credit of Mr..
j. II. GAlbratth, treasurer of tho tsur.
nament. The committeeman arc still
at work with every prospect that the
full sum o. 81 ,5OJwill DO raised. Every
effort will LOO msde TO render the Il 70.
men comfortable and to make their
stay in the city one long 90 he remen-
berec by them, on accouul Uf thepleas-
ure OF o. trip 10 tho Saratoga of the
South. On Lass Monday nisht
tho citizons' mass meeting AT Stut,z's
opera house was q grand success. The
best citizens pledged them selves to
make this Tournament the grandPst
ever witnessed in Texas. @. n.
Witcher gives 1900 town lot as q pre-
MUM 10 the fastest runner among the
hremen OF tho StSte. Cove Spring
Fire company, Of Now York, will lie
represented and also company from
Michigan, during tho encampment,
and probably companies from other
States.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-07
NATIONAL NEWS NOTES.
THE COAST SURVEY BUSINESS;
A Report That Presents its Patrld
Phsses-More Waiting EeHocrats
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Rev
enue Changes Complete.
Kelley Ia Declined.
The Coast Survey Scandal.

WARRINGTON, Aug. 6.-The report OF the
committee, consisting of Messrs. Thoman,
Garrison and Huntington, upon their in
vestigation of the coast survey, has been
submitted TO the secretary of tie treasury
II states tina. they took possession OF the
bureau ON July "a and cond lcted the in
vestigation, leaving no ground for doubt
that the actual condition OF the surveys
was one Of Generalization AID its wors-
Ing inefficient, uujust, and to some extent
disreputablo. The regulations are par
TALLY To blame, but the late superlntcnd
ent Is ehargeable with n Willingness TO avail
himself of opportunities Tor Il continuance
OF abuses, weakness and proc estimation
laY tliism aud arrogance, disregard
OF rules and notorious USE of intoNicants
rms combination seems have been de-
NOR .llzing 10 subOrdluates. The mVesti-
cation showed Il Large numoor OF Irregular
tiles which are set forth at great length
and which Involves reckless extravaganza
aud gross misma agement The commit
tee md that Professor Hilgard's habits and
methods, his failure Of faculty or per-
version If moral sense uutlt him for POSI-
ton of responsibility
The report ssys the disalS sal Of Col.
onel BOutelle from the service is per-
haps undcServcJ, but his restoration
20 his former place is deprecated The
restoration 4 Ct. A Sagmillor would, 10 Is
claimed, be detrimental TO the morals OF
the coast survey.
Evldc ce was given indicating w B.
Morgau's peglectto call attention 20 appar-
emily unnecessary charges VIII lc disburs-
Nc Hg, nj OF the bureau, and the rep6r.
aleRe5 mat he mas become addicted 70 the
use OF inloxicants. His restoration Is not
recommended.
The report viudlcatcs Mr.. A. Sumbrook
~ the electrotyplng department
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-07

NNIhAhy,
A war CLoup RoRnINn .
"JAMEs q. BLAINE.

WAR CLOUD FORMING.
BERLIN, Aug. Tho article In the
North German Gazette attacking France
In connection with the advice Of the Paris
Temps thai the French cavalry at tho
frontier Is To be re.infaro,d, has seriously
Affected the Berlin and Frankfort bdurses
supported In official circles the object OF
Tue article l. % prepare the public for ~
urge increase Ia the military bn0get. All
the German newspapers are following the
Gazette, am dwell upon the fact that tho
approach OF France and hussla toward
ehrh oiher ~ cOtuCldent with the lncTeaB.
ing good viii between England ami Ger
Wany.
TuE rarss OK TAR FRHNCH ATTITUDE.
bERLiN, Aug. G.-Thc Cologne Onx ito
published Rn article similar IN tho one
which roceotly appeared Va the North
6ermnn Gazette. IL advises the mai te-
nance or fricnuship bntwoen Englai d and
uorl any, sud warns France against n poll
ley OF revenge.
TitE ENtrERnRs To MEEr At uAsrIES
Dispatches from Gastlon state that Em-
porur william has abandoned his pro-
jected visit Ia lschc', whore he was 10 have
met tho Emperor OF Austria. IL has been
arranged, Instead, that tho Austrian I'm.
poror shall come tn Gastlen Gastlcn IN
crowded with vlsltOrs, attracted by the
Imperial presence, The aged kalsCr has
recovered from his recent illness and dis
plays wonderful vi.or FOR n person OF his
age. lie iakus long walks IA publ, every
NaN.
The Dallas daily herald. [volume] (Dallas, Tex.) 1873-1887, 1885-08-07

CALVERT, Aug. Especial. To-
day countryman brought in load
OF % watermelons which he disposed
OF TO D. Abrams, proprietor of a saloon.
and in making ths trade selected the
largest melon saying, cake, you csn
got p cents !0r this one" Whom the
melons were unloaded Jake asked
him III to get his pay. He remarked
that be would rather 40ss the price of
the load than TO Go into a saloon for
his money.
Gan right" sad Jake; 81 viii got It
for YOU" which hSNid. The country
man receiving his ply drove off. Jake
thinking this out OF ME usual run OF
tAings counted the m6Nsrs and found
he had only %, and tho &rgS % cent
melon WAS missing. Jake immsdi.
ately Went after the fellow and found
the molon la the wagon, coY6rsd up
with some hay. lie marched him back
and had him unload the largest melon
In the lot. Too good to go into a
saloon for bis money, but not too hon
est TO steal while the proprietor was
getting his pay!
There ~ some talk Of tho bol, worm,
but IS yet no great damage done to
cotton. Contemplating hiss commenced
and Calvert expects nor first bale the
last of this week.