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Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

The steamer Golden Eagle will
give excursions to Sulphur Island on
Julv 4th.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

r. J. Kelley was passenger on
the steamer Metropolis which left
this port Monday morning.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

J. A. Widner loaded the schooner
Higgie with about 10000 railway ties,
at North Point, last Friday, for Chi
cago.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Mrs. A. w. Comstock and daugh-
ter arrived home Saturday last, by
steamer City Of Alpena.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

A. N. Spratt and son returned
home Saturday last, from their trip
TO Ontario.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Go t" Kittredge's for hosiery,
gloves and laccs.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01
For Sale.

Dwelling house and stable situated
on Hitchcock street near End. Poss-
ession can he given Immediately.
For particulars inquire IF
A. F. KELLEY.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Mrs. Pangborn and Mrs. Gordon
went to Sand Beach last week, being
called nv the illness If their father.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Our stock of wall paper is all new.
HoUK d PERKINS.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Flags, balloons and Fourth Of July
goods At Robert Stones.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Sixty.two bushels Of Strawberries
we're brought to town this morning,
bp steamer Metropolis.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01
Crockerv Slaughter.

The crockery slaughter at the Ma
son block still continues. We would
advise all to come early if they want
to secure bargains.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Call and examine our new stock Of
wall paper.
HoUK q PERKINS.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Paints. oils, varnishes. brushes. ETC.,
all superior quality. at Bostwick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

PoR sALE.--House and lot on Washington ave
nue.. House roemy and we'll located. Enquire a
Anous Office.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

The election of officers Of the /. 0.
o. +. took place last night.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

w. II. Pushor has built new resi-
dence on his farm in Green township.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

For needed repairs to guns. locks,
keys, knives. etc.. 60 to Geo. w.
Cunningham at Blackburn's gun
shop.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Reed and Barton's liquid silver
polish at Reynolds, the jewelers.. Try
it at once, and you will try again.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Mrs. Lyman Beach and family
have gone on visit tn Presque Isle.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

For bill posting, see Ferguson's
lad" in another column.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

legal cap paper. with lines mum.
bered, for sale at this Office.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

+. o. Avery came up on the steam.
err City of Mackinac Thursday last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

; Cold and disagreablo weather and
moist northerly winds. on Sunday last.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

w. ii. Phelps has several fine farms
for sale on reasonable and easy terms.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01
We Celebrate

The glorious old Fourth in proper
manner and spirit by making other
people happy and their burdens light
err. On this day, July 4th. 1885, we
will give every purchaser of clothing
n free dinner at the Central Hotel.
Everybody is welcome. Come to the
feast. Brooks Il Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Brick house on Washington ave.
for sale by w. II. Phelps.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

G. w. Richardson's trctters were
sent 10 Harrisvills this morning.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

For sAL,.-Good lot ON Washington avenue
ENQUIRE ut the ARGUS ONCE.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01
Mall Steamers.

Tho line consists Of the steamers Arundsn an no
one OF which leaves Bay City for Al
pena sveTy afternoon at i:so o'clock, except sun
days, aud arrive at AlpsnA every morning saI az
Monday. Leave Alpsna every morning ior D"'
Civ except sunday morning, ~ six o'cl'ek.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Go to Kittredge's for fnc dress
goods.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

On Saturday afternoon last Prof.
Simonds inaugurated a series of
matinee musicales. for the benefit of
his pupils. The program was as
fellows:
Senate Beethoven. zee. Prof simords
la ZingarH-p onizetti.. ........Mrs. Simonds
Concerto. CMajor-Mozart..Mrr. W. l. Churchill
Nocturne. Chopin-Noveette, schumann. ...... Prof.
simonds
prtue Mrr rtm0Uns.
Syo phonie. u. Major ELECTROMAGNETIC W. l..
Churchill and Mrs. A. W. Comstock.
The musicale proved a very pleas
ant and agreeable affair.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

J. Trickey went to Port Huron the
early part Of the week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Look at our great bargains in dress
goods. KITTREDGE.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

w. T. Jones, of the Central Hotel,
has been seriously i'll the past week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Entertainments were numerous last
week.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Kittredge is showing the hand
soonest black goods in the city.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01
TRAINS ooIEs EAST.
Mail and Expresa.
TRAINS eoIsa WEST.
Mail and Express.
40 ACRES or LAND

On Long Lake. miles from Alpsns, for sale or ex'
change for city property. Enquire Of ii. @. Beach
ar nt this Office III
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

An elegant assortment Of parasols
to close out cheap. at Kittredge's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

The saw mill of Bewick, Comstock
& Co. was shut down Saturday and
Monday on account Of the want of
logs.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

The city Board of Review finished
their revision of the tax roll yester.
day.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

A fine line of fishing tackle at
Bostwick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Lace curtains and curtain nets
cheap at Kittredge's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Alpena Hospital-Chisholm street.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Summer neckwear cheap, Brooks
& Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Hosiery by the wholesale, Brooks
& Co.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Ayers Saraparills. operating
through the blood. radically cures
every scrofulous taiut or infection.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

IF you want nohby white parasol
for the 4th, 90 to Kittredge's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Pocket cutlery of the very hest,
and al assortment to suit all, at Bost-
wick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

All kinds of candies and fruits,
and Fourth Of July goods at Robert
Stones
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Imported brandy, wines, gin. etc,
for medicinal purposes only, and war.
ranted strictly pure. ut Bostwick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01
OUR TELEPHONE.

Prices away down at VOLTS.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Fourth of July next Saturday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Bay pair of those seamless gents
waukenphants, only S4.75, at the
Boston Boot and Shoe store.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

4th of July gloves at Kiitredge's'
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Houk & Perkins have nice stock
If wall paper to select from.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Sixteen dollar baby cab to he sold
for eight dollars. Apply at this office.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

A. Nelson has established himself
IN the carriage and wagon making
and repairing business, in the shop Of
Joseph Ash. on Fletcher street. Be-
ing frst-class practical mechanic,
Mr.. N. would solicit patronage from
the public, guaranteeing satisfaction.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

The Fourth is to be celebrated in
Green township by social dance at
Doc Flanders.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Hard wood. stove length, $3.50 a
cord, Mt w. II. Phelps.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

Fine toilet soaps n speciality at
Bostwick's.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

A. r. Richardson has erected a
new barn on his premises in Green
township.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

A little rain storm, with thunder
accompaniment, visited this city last
Saturday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01
Are you going to celebrate

Are you going to celebrated
Our stock of wall paper is all new
HoUK d PERKINS.
For bill posting, see Ferguson''
lad" in another column.
w. ii. Phelps has several fine farms
for sale On reasonable and easy terms
w. II. Pushor has built new resi-
dence on his farm in Green township
4th of July gloves at Kiitredge's'
w. Jones, of the Central Hotel
has been seriously i'll the past week.
A fine line of fishing tackle at
Bostwick's.
The city Board of Review finished
their revision Of the tax roll yester-
day.
Buy a pair of those seamless gents
waukenphants, only S475, at the
Boston Boot and Shoe store.
A. r. Richardson has erected a
new barn on his premises in Green
township.
4th of July hose at Kittredge's.
A little rain storm. with thunder
accompaniment, visited this city last
Saturday.
Hard wood. stove length, $3.50 a
cord, ut w. III. Phelps.
The Fourth is to be celebrated in
Green township by social dance at
Doc Flanders.
Fine toilet soaps a speciality at
Bostwick's.
A. Nelson has established himself
N the carriage and wagon making
and repairing business, in the shop of
Joseph Ash. on Fletcher street. Be-
ing frst-class practical mechanic,
Mr.. n. would solicit patronage from
the public, guaranteeing satisfaction.
Houk & Perkins have nice stock
If wall paper to select from.
Sixteen dollar baby cab to he sold
for eight dollars. Apply at this office.
The saw mill of Bewick, Comstock
& Co. was shut down Saturday and
Monday on account Of the want Of
logs.
Summer neckwear cheap, Brooks
& Co.
J. A. Widner loaded the schooner
Higgie with about 10000 railway ties,
at North Point, last Friday, for Chi
cago.
Rrick hnise nm Washinpfon ave
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1885-07-01

PAW.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
THE GRATEFUL DOG.

Professor BOuey Paris gives the following remark
able instance OF memory In animals Watchdog, se-
longing u the General Omnibus Ompany. named Jupi-
ter. always spoken OF ferOciOus animal, ts
instincts aud habits being exceptionally savage and sui
len. Only Of the men In the yard ever ventured
within bls reach The dog day got kick rom an
omnibus horse which broke its 'front.' leg Tue bandage
which applied too tight, and caused lntanma-
tOn which threatened 10 turn to gangrene AS t was
suffering intense pain It taken to NJ Fate veteri-
nary surgeon, and ~ BOuey APP lied an anpstheuc OF
ether before 10 underwent operation b. VI Vatel.
About n month afterward ". BOuey had occasion IL
company NJ. Yatel to the omnibus establishment 40
MOntrouge Of which place he the veterinary sur
geOn. The moment Jupt NJ. Bouley he mani
tested the most demOn5trative signs OF leasuro All
present astnnshed when W. BOuley pated hs head.
poor dog showed unmistakaDle signs of recog
milton ami sympathy. NJ. BOuley remarks that the
singular point In the affair the very short time IN
which had been rappgrt with the dog the appea-
ton of the ether being elected IN few moments. Tho
intensity OF the pam the time, and the sudden relief.
made the deepest impression on the suffering
animal, aud know that the memory OF such impress
siOns 10 the most vivid.
That brief moment" says NJ Bouley. sufced 10 hr
In the brain OF the dog the impression OF my personality
whether conveyed by sight by scents and the assOa-
OF ideas reproduced, month aterwlrd, the eeng
pleasure ami of gratitude which had been experienced
the relief OF the severe pain by the anaesthete
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
A MORNING Walk.


"0ut in Portland, Oregon, where distances
are decetful very amusing incident occurred last
summer among party OF friends with whom was
travelling. IL happened that of our number was
troubled somewhat by insomnia, so much so that he
bright morning just the day was beginning
dawn dressed the Office and inquired OF ths
CLERK at what tho matutinal repast began. Being
clock the earliest hour, he walked to
piazza looked around for few moments returned,
and inquired what mountain that was IN the distance
Upon being told that It was Mt Hood, he said 70 the
clerk Ii any OF party inquiries for me, say that
am going take there TO get up an appetizer
will DO back again in time for breakfast Now ut
Hood Is twenty thirty miles from Portland, but
has the appearance Of being not two or three As
the hour for breakfast approached. our party began
counting up its numbers, but Mr.. A. was nowhere
be found.
"Inqury was at Instituted as 10 what might have
OF him. when 10 ascertained from tue cerk
that he had gone to Mt Hood for morning walk,
and, with q merry twinkle In his eye, he added, he
might not be back In time for the first breakfast con-
seQueuy took our breakfast minus the absent Mr.
A. aud immediately after took carriages for drive "a
MI Hood, II possible TO 0yertake the prodigal Finally
after riding hour or two. we came 10 little brook.
and there sure enough Mr. A dlyesting himself of
ali his clothing When asked what he was about TO de
he replied that he was going to swim across But
why don't ysu step over said some one Well replied
Mr. A In this country OF magnificent distances, now
do know but that 1t is two miles acrossP"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
OATAND SPARR0K.

kTOIn TIE hfrue kcte1tUTQuf.
One day my house cat rushed INTO my ROOM having ia
in its mouth sparrow caught In the neghboring gar
den. Scarcely had Puss entered the when she leo
the bird free evidently with the purpose Of playing with
It, the custom Of cats with MICE before devouring
them. The sparrow having one OF it's wings injured
huge enemy by fierce blows the with its beai.
The cat seemed astonished at tho attack and beat
retreat From that moment tie two seemed 10 forget
their natural Instincts and came to mutual UNDER
standing The truce continued, and gradually grew TO
a fraernal friendship They ate, play ed and slept
together Often they about the house. the sparrow
peIchcd the cats back and sometimes carried gently
IN the cats mouth from which IL released the
fret wish TO be free.
When FEEDING together Puss never touched a morsel
till her friend had first partaken. Many OF friends
came 10 the strange sight, and much amused at
the proceedings OF the friendly pair. One morning the
sparrow seeing the window Open and its wings being
In good order took It's flight and saw it more.
Whether II ever remembered its captivity with rogfet
cannot know but am bound TO add that Puss did nos
die OF grief on account Of losing its companion.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
THE STRANGER WAS SURPRISED.
From The Philadelphia Itnles.


"Well, never saw the like"
Such was the exclamation heard while whiZIing
along In express train OF the NewYork. Lake Erie
and Western Railroad the other day. had been deeply
immersed in n novel and had not noticed that the
weather had changed and that IL was raining. "Oh,
that's nothing; IL every spring and fall" The
speaker was brakeman and his remark was addressed
the who had never the like The latter had
from the seat in front of mine TO get drink or
and had halted to gaze out OF the opposite win
dow The brakeman stood by his side and continued
That's nothing this Is the dividing line between rain
and snow at this season."
CHANGING from my window the south side OF the
saw the pane notified with raindrops and a board
fence running parallel to the track black with wet
Then peeping OF window on the north side UNDER
stood the strangers surprise. The ground on that side
Of the track gray with snowfakes aud they were
still falling.
THE dividing llne-howr stammered the ad-
dressed by the brakeman.
Z" Why, this Is the point where the dividing line be-
tween rain storms and this rUad."
said brakeman. or don't mean TINT every
storm here 10 the north OF us and rain TO tho
south of but just this OF the year storm Is
be divided within quarter OF mile ~ this spot,
not far from Alleudae."
" How do you explain tti' asked
Explain lit" said the brakeman. - 1 don't pretend
TO. only know tranmenksye noticed It for yeara
came up right Some folks is wiser than
say that from the npregnates the other air
as far inland as this and warns It, while beyond this
belt of country the breath OF the Guf Stream yoa
might call IT, has effect. But don't knoY-I can't
tell just know it, this way onst year. you can
for yourself" and he vanished IN tho direction Of
the baggage
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
CURRENT ANECDOTES
THE BELT WAS HIS:

From 7hS san ITonetsc0 Attd-
Hair dozen anglers met IN fishing tackle store yesS
terIay atternoon All had been 70 the country ana all
had a 1sh story TO tell.
Did you read that story about q plOueng up the
carp IN the bottom or an old pond. rather where
pond had existed yenr bef0reF asked Mr.. Willard
Yes and the carp were alive" assented Ar JOsseiyn.
The carp Is snguarly tenacious of lfe." remarked
Mr.. Zeger remember once catching basket of carp
and bringing them home. But / suddenly called
away, and the basket remained In iny buggy for i've
days. On my return 1 found every fish alive. aud
strong as when taken out OF tue water"
grim silence followed Mr.. Zegcr's statement, at
last broken by Mr.. Green, who inquired How many
days, siri"
Five days. sir, arterward," replied Mr.. Zlegier
sternly.
That reminds me-" said Mr. Green, of sea eel
would have nothing 20 do with IL. keep tgo Jersey
cows, but and Mr. Green's tale came 10 an abripu
halt.
Go on. Charley" said Mr. willard, and W hat con-
nectien has sea eel with Jersey COW T.
AL that's where the rOint ln" said Mr. Green.
The week after that eel was flung away both cows wcns
dry thought this very strange and indeed. suspected
my ncghbors OF milking them the night one evening
determined TO watch for mysefbut what is the OF
telling you fellows, yOu wouldn't believe me-"
Oh. 20 on anyhow. Green
We'll, gentlemen swear that at IL 80 that night
saw with my eyes that eel rise ont OF the grass,
and fasten the cows udder As he MIXED
herdry. he tackled the other, and"
That will do" said the proprietor OF the store quietly
Not another sentence, Mr.. Green; the belt Is yours
and he handed that gentleman large leather belt with
ornamental buckle, which Mr.. Green fitted with
much mOdesty The other anglers exchanged gances OF
mounfu gravity and by piled out OF the store;
the proprietor resumed the vanishing OF Bsl-poe
aud Mr. Green taking the hint himself modestly With
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
A REPUBLICAN, WASH.


An amusing anecdOte is told by am old inhabitant OF
KlnderhOOk, Of Thomas III. Benton when the guest OF
Mr. Van Buren, at OF thosc dinner parties for
which Lindenw8d" was noted in its pahDy days.
After the dessert had been served finger bowls
brought and viewed with suspicion the
part of one Of the guests When dinner over
Mr.. Benton said 10 a fIend observed Mr. Van Buren,
immerse the tips OF his fingers in those tile glass
bowls and wpe them dInttly on his napkin, but JUST
rolled back my sleeves and took good plain Republican
wash"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
MICH MOE NAME.

fTOD1 The HTOOhINn ldN0U7Ink.
Upon occasion when ATtemus Ward was In Lon
don, clTens party arranged by great humor-
ist, and which OF the sons OF John Bright
invited The boy returned home agOw with delight.
Well" said the English statesman TO his sou, did you
enjoy yourself, my boy 2" ~Oh. indeed, did" ex.-
claimed the little Bright and Mr.. Ward gave such
a nice name for You. papa" What was that ." in~
quired the father. "Why he asked how thai gay and
festive cuss the governor, was!" replied the child.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10
KTYSHIP.
MN NHIIs
Ll.nlla TIA AKInnIn Hnnallfnf

From The Auanta COnt'ftutfon.
Colonel Albert Rosa OF the superior Court cIs story
about who had TWO httons. one OF these Kittens
and the mother died. and cat ono OF another DrOOu,
tie same mother worry Kindly and etonaely nnrs cd
this lOlorn and fprsaken kitten. which was Mar sAdor
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-05-10

when no other cat would allow it near her. Is this
instinct or intelligence moved by sympathy
The National tribune., 1885-02-05
Ofilce.HOlders and Pensions.

Congressman Hewitt was not successful yester.
day in getting consideration for the Mexican Treaty
Bill the friends Of the Mexican Pension grab an.
tagonizing him and forcing an adjournment If the
antagonism OF the two measures should lead TO the
defeat of both, there would be at least this much
gained that further pension swindles would be for
the present prevented and the defeat of reel
procity with Mexico would not be too dear price to
pay for 80 desirable an object.
This is what clip from the Boston Traveller.
paper whose proprietor presides over the Bos-
ton Custom House. and draws from the Gov.
eminent the largest salary in New England.
OF course, that is no grab, as he must earn his
salary by the sweat of his brow. While pri-
vate soldier in the war / drew the immense
sum of $l3 month with all the Injuries
thrown in.
Let US hope that there are but few men or
papers who claim to be Republican in politics
or decent in morals that will call the Mexican
Amended Pension Bill grab. When we were
fighting the battles of the country the men
who stayed at home mechanics, lab0rers and
merchants-made large gains, while we were
paid in demOralized currency, sometimes
worth not moro than 80 cents on dollar The
bill will not affect me, as draw pension, but
am not unmindful of the many brave men who
are disabled from the effects of the war; and
who have no hospital record for they served
ut the 'front.', and who cannot get pension
under the law as it ISL. S. ARCHER, Co. H,
2Sth Me-, Randolph, Mass