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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
nr. Gnre,n Ne,t Wan.

On. GAGE will be at the Cheshire House, Keeue
Tuesday, Dec. /, and at the Brooks House, Brattle-
bOro, on Wednesday, Dec. 2. Remember the date,
and call early. His cures truly wonderful and
approached by any other physician Read the follow
ing:
Jackson Barrett, Hinsdale, says: "My wife was
cured of a complication Of diseases by DR.. Gage, and
he did not see her"
Amos #. Thomas, Brattleboro, cured Of chronic d.
arrbosa which had baffied other physicians.
Also refers to Mrs. John Harris and Mrs. Calvin
Darling, Chesterfield, N H., Charles Pickett, Win
chester, N. H., Mrs. A. Prescott, West Dummersen,
Vt, and Mrs. s. T. Hoyt and daughter, Bratleboro.
Miss Addie Cooper, Keene, had nearly lost her sight
by scrofulous ophthalmia; can now read hne print
Ira s. Appleton, Hlsboro Bridge, N. H., makes
oath: my wife was helpless vito spinal and other
diseases; weight 90 pounds Dr. Gage cured her and
never saw her; weight 165 pounds"
Edmund Brown, Keene, n. H.-Chld had epina
disease; could not walk; nearly blind with scrOfula
Cured and can and play.
Alice Titus Weschester, N. H., scrOfula In eyes IL
weeks In dark room. Cured.
Oliver Pelren, Concord, n. H.-Wife cured Of ova-
rian difficulty and general female weakness.
Mary Smith, East Gambia, N. H., dropsy and ova-
rian tumor large 8 persons head. Cured.
Isaac Butterick, Londonderry, n. H.-Wife cured
of scrofula and son Of deafness and catarrh.
A. L. Celley, West Andover, n. H., makes oath: my
wife bad been given up with consumption radically
cured"
Miss NJ. J. Barnett. walpole, n. H., cured OF deaf
ness and catarrh.
Amos Young, Derry Depot, n. H.. catarrh and scro
fula; hole eaten through roof Of mouth. Cured.
Ora Bishop, postmaster at McIndoes Vt, says
"My wife very lame; used crutches; DR.. Gag'
cured her"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

Quite depth of snow has fallen, sleiehs
are out and winter has apparently "sst in"
M. W. Stickney has moved to Brattle.
boro and is member Of the Arm of Stick.
nov Brothers at the stand on Main street
heretofore occupied by Martin Scott 4 Son.
The Star minstrels gave pleasant enter
ainment at Village hall on Saturday evening,
tie 2lst inst,
e Il. Putnam has made improvements
about his mill, and has also removed the old
tnnery building except a small part Of Il TO
occupied by storage until the new build
ing is erected.
Prof. Edgar Potter gave an interesting
lecture on astronomy at Village hall on Thurs.
d,y evening, the 10th inst The lecture was
confined to the solar system and illustrated
b dioramic views of different planets and
tteir revolutions, accompanied with instruc.
tive remarks. There we're also exhibited illu.
minated diagrams of the assassination and
d4ath-bed scenes Of Presidents Lincoln and
Garfield, etc.
"A number Of our citizens went TO Bos.
ton on the late excursion train to that city.
There will be a public examination Of
I achers at the sohool-room in this village
L 1t Saturday commencing at O'Clock A. N.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

FIRE WHICH MAKES AN OLD COUPLE HOMELESS
The home Of Aaron A. Rhoades was
burned about one O'Clock A. M. Nov. 1stb
when discovered the Are had made sucb
heedway that II was impossible to nut il ont
or to secure anything which was in the house
Mr.. and Mrs. Rhosdes had gone TO spepd
.ne night with their son, otherwise II is
.nougnt they must have been burned with
the building. Much sympathy is felt for them
as they lost everything they had except what
tney wore away, and they are old and quite
feeble. 4'''
Joseph W. Hastings Of Fort Ann, NY.
has bought the Fred Mack place and ia 81.
pected to move there soon
H. M Bemis; who has been quite sick with
ulcers in the stomach, is on the gain.
Mrs Dartt at Henry Stearns's Is quite III
with the same disease.
Geo. Farr and family moved to Green.
held, Mass, about three weeks ago, where
they will have charge OF large milk farm.
Mr.. Dimick has been making quite an
improvement in his house this fall.
There have been several cases of scarlet
fever in town, but the patients are all so as
to be about the house again.
Il. B. Chapman has gone to Springer.
New Mexico, where he expects TO spend the
winter.
Calvin Harris, who cut his foot quite se.
verely few weeks ago, is so as to be about
again.
Mrs. A. o. Prentss has gone 10 Massa.
chusetts to visit her mother, who is very
sick q
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

Infantry, has been detailed as professor of
military science and tactics at the University
Of Vermont.
"A story comes from Rutland that a far.
mer in that county, widower, and well to
do, recently wrote to.a woman near by whom
he had never seen, described his circum-
stances and said that il he did not hear from
her to the contrary in two weeks, he would
call there with q minister and be married to
her. No letter came and on the appointed
day he set out with the parson, found her all
ready and they were married on the spot.
John Hanley of Essex lost hand last
Saturday afternoon while running a thresh-
ing machine at Jericho. He lifted up the
apron at the back Of the cylinder aud thrust
in his right hand, upon which was heavy
glove buttoned at the wrist, to clear away
the straw which had become lodged there.
The teeth of the rapidly revolving cylinder
caught in the glove, drawing in the hand aud
terribly mangling it as far AZ the wrist so that
smputation half. way to the elbow WAS neces-
sary.
j. j. r Randall of Rutland has receiv-
ed his commission as national bank examiner
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TOMnahana.

Not quite snow enough for sleighing'
vt a few sleigh bells have been heard.
-Townshend now has as good receiving
Nub as can be found in this county IL ID
heated near Mr.. Thomas Evans's, Ia entirely
shove ground and is built of the best brick
ade at Turner's Falls. II has double IRON
dlors and is sufficiently large for all that VIII
ever be wanted of q tomb in ToWnshend'
Services on Thanksgiving day we're held
IN the Baptist church, the pastor OF INC
church, aided by Rev. H. A. Goodhue OF the
Congregational church, conducting the ser
wees, The text of the discourse was from
tns passage "Render unto Cesar the things
tlat are Caesars and unto God the Things
that are Gods" Among other debts, and
Lost prominent among them, the speaker
thought the people of Townshend OWED =
d1bt to Leland & Gray seminary, and advised
The paying of the debt in their efforts 70 sus-
l'ln the school and promote its future use
ILLNESS and prosperity.
Prof. Spalding has decided not 70 con
tnue with the academy at Townshend O. az
yertised, but he will be succeeded by PIoi'
Il, A. Davidson of New Jersey. fiot; "a
ydson is cousin OF the treasurer OF the mlnu
lam county savings bank. He is thorou 81
scholar and one of the very best OF teachers,
lie has taught with great success ior nSnS
Years in New Jersey. Mr.. Davidson nei
teen in town two days Waiting families am
links large aud independent school, 90,
oe built up here. The trustees ana irlenu'
Of the school are at large expense In seouI
llg the services of such teacher ana uu rus
Ihelr efforts will be appreciated. Tne sonoo
Will begin next Wednesday as advertised
The 10th anniversary OF the marriage Q
Mr. ind Mrs. Henry M. Austin, ~nloh "
cured Wednesday, Nov. 18th, was the o00'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
PuGn8y.

THE attention of Putney subscribers and
readers lie called 10 the advantageous club
bag terms offered in connection with The
Pl9nix to those who pay strictly in advance
FIR The Phoenix, Good Cheer and Our Coun-
ny Home the price is only 81 year, and Tor
Iae Phoenix and the Mirror and Farmer the
yslLknown farmers paper, the price is only
s. 10 year. In no other way can 30 mucn
aiding for every member of the family or
G. be obtained at such small cost. Subscrlp;;
TONS will be taken by Mr.. j. O. Bolster, ana
a who are in arrears are requested to make
prompt payment to him.-ED. PHOENIX
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Taa1fUnOnIRl,

West DUMMERsToS, W., March 10, 's5.
got instant relief from using Thorns
PILE OINTMENT. Been troubled with
Piles for over year. Have employed ply
sicans and tried almost every known rem
edy without help. 1 cheerfully recon-
mend Thorn's OINTMENT to every one
who is troubled with this complaint
ALBERT W. STIoKNEY.
Be sure and get the genuine prepar-
ed by
b. THORN,
Pharmacist, 119 Main-st.,
Brattleboro, VI.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
Marrta9Es.

In Bratteboro, Nov. &c, Francis @. Ryan and Miss
Matilda Brooks, the Rev. W. II. Collins officiating.
In Bratteboro, Nov. a. by Rev. Il. W. whitney
Edward Z. Cleveland and Adde s. Kathan, both OF b
parepts by Rev Horace Fowler, VIM. H. Hancock Of
jacksonville and Mary j. Roberts,
In Saxtons River, Nov 10, by Rev. VIM. II Ran
DALI Walter L. Moon, NJ. D.. OF South Cotton, N T.
and Hattie A. Milliken.
In West Dummerston, Nov. 90, by Rev. @. R. Pow
era Herbert g. EVereth aud Kittie q. Little OF Put
ney. . - -,
ia South Londonderry, Nov. 10, by Rev o. P. Full
Ter Andrew M Wells and Minnie Allen.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

SION OF q very pleasant surprise party at the
mousse OF MI. and Mrs. A. b. Greenwood.
VINO, on account of the illness of Mr.. An.
suns father, very kindly op ned their bonse
,or the gathering Of the friends and neigh.
oors OF which judging from the number
present they have goodly number. MANY
were the expressions Of good will toward Mr..
snu MRS. Austin, who we're remembered by
suitable and appropriate gifts and All seemed
to enjoy the occasion.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

DR. Higgins and wife who have been at
Readsboro have moved to Oharlemont Mass.
The semi-annual examination Of teach
ers takes place tomorrow.
About 60 couples enjoyed the dance at
the Vermont House last night.
Ernest Pike, who has been very sick for
some time, is now improving
-Sylvanus Clark continues very sick with
no improvement.
Mics Kate Xix has gone to Troy, N. Y,
to spend the winter.
We have from FIVE to six inches of snow
which makes excellent sleiRhinR.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
Deaths.

In West Dummerston, Nov. 26, Peter stickney, IS;
In Halifax, Nov. %, Ellen, wife OF Ralph j. Phil
In halifax, Nov %, Mary f.. wife Of Add. @; Niles
90 years mos Nov. 29, Mary Alice, o days; Nov a.
Clara Eliza, 10 days; twin daughters OF Add o. ano
Mary Il. Niles. 80, ,,,,
10 Putney, Nov. 2s, Sarah, wife of ]. Dwight viii
lard, A years, 10 months. - -
In Shirley, Mass, Nov. as, Mrs, celinda NJ. Holden
daughter Of the late Ezekiel Ooburn OF Ohesterhelo
In ,lthoi, Mess, Nov. II, Runioe Thayer, wife oil
charles r. cleveland, late Of Guilford, aged 81.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
Vwe., Che,,craeId, MA,

%. Z. FArr has again changed engineers, Chas. H.
Amidon taking the place Of James W. Amidon.
We learn that Mrs. j. L. Streeter has been called
to the bedside Of her sick and aged mother Mrs. VIM.
NeedbAm Of WArdsboro, where she viii remain and
care for her until better.
After this the Sunday school will begin ey-
cry Sunday at O'Clock P. N. until further notice
The society OF willing Workers will meet with
Master Merton N. Bailey on Saturday afternoon,
Nov. %, at II. @. Smiths.
Last Saturday evening spanord grange met with
Rev Mr.. Morgan and goodly number were present.
Various questions discussed and an excellent
paper from Mrs. II J. Durham read by Mrs. W.
w. FArr, after which the tables spread. Tn e
next meeting will be held at the house OF H. @. Smith
on Friday evening, Dec. 4th. I.
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90. AIban0 Butter Market.
ST. ALBANs, Nov. %, 1885.
General price l8a20c. per ID. selections 22a23c.
wA.ersown Union live stock MarE~

WasersOwn Union live Stock Market
Market Beef-A few choice, 80 90 extra, IS O0as rs
hrst quality O0A750 second quality, 6O0a6 so; third
quality, 00a4 so.
IN. B.-Choice includes nothing but stal-fed 100
to 400 lb buocks. Extra and first quality include
the best fat Second and third quality include
oxen and two and three year old steers.I
Store Cattle-Working oxen, per pair, from 500 to
225. Mich Cows and Calves, 25, 48a45. Fancy COWS,
60as0. Yearlings, 1Oa20 years old, 14A3O; years
old, 24a42.
swine-western fat, live, a. 4aI 1-4c alb North
ern dressed hogs, &c,
Sheep and LAmbs-In lots, 90 90, 3 0Oas so each ;
extra, OOa4 so; or from az to 5l-4e per Id.
VealCAlves, 2Ha6Hc per 10.
Country Hides 7a7Ac per ID. ; Country TalOw,2 l.2
a3c. Pelts 50aS0c each Calf Skins, lOallc per 10.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
N eWIRme.

The Simon Fisher farm was sold at auc.
ton Tuesday to Mr.. Ingram of South New
fame, for $1275, a shrinkage of 1925, paid by
H try Kilburn about three years ago.
Mr.. H. Davidson of Amherst, Mass,
and formerly an editor in Jersey City, spent
7 anksgiving with his cousin NJ. Davidson,
O., and is said to have accepted the prin
c'palship of Townshend academy.
DIR. G. H. Howard of Mortified, Mass.
visited his old field Of practice last week and
reported enjoyment Of his new location.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

The winter term of all the schools in this
town will begin next Monday. There will be
only three or four new teachers.
The young peoples society are to hold
another of their pleasant sociabes at the to wn
hall this friday evening
George Stoddsrd, who has been civil en-
cheering in Dakota and Montana for the past
two years, is expected home from Helena,
Mont this week
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

Births.

In South Londonderry Nov. 25, daughter to Hon.
! and Mrs. ]. /. Martin.
In south Londonderry son to Mr.. and Mrs j.
In Jacksonville, Oct. 20, daughter to Mr.. and Mrs.
In HALIFAX, Nov. %, son to Mr.. and Mrs. Aonzo
In Cambridseport Nov Q, son to Mr.. aud Mrs
| +, o. Penniman.
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Market Reports.

BOSTON, Nov. IS The butter market remains duh
last week, with prices unchanged. Cheese remains
at 9al0c pound, beans at 75al 90 busheland eggs
at 25a2So dozen. There is no change In the prices
of potatoes apples The rainy weather has had a
depressing effect on the Thanksgiving markets. Tur-
keys sell at l6ll2c.
CHICAGO, Nov. 25.-Flour Is dull; winter wheats
81 65a5 OO spring wheats s. 70a4 O0 patents 81 75a
IS Wheat closed at 81 IA; AZ oats, 2S 36 (;
pork, old 80. IS; new $40 25.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

The ladies' circle will meet with Mrs. M.
A. Fairman next Wednesday afternoon.
Rev. E. W. Whitney will preach a ser.
mon In the Universalist church next Sunday a,
2;80 p NJ ~'
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

%. H. Higgins has the building OF the
bank wall on High street where it fell down
q few days ago.
Mrs. Macomber of Petersham is visiting
ct N. E. Pratt's and other places in this vii
lage.
Rev. Mr.. Hamilton is preaching in our
evening meetings from pulpit paintings.
-Hoyt Days little boy is very sick with
typhoid fever.
We are to have q Chinese laundry in
Stebbins's block.
Sunday, Morday and Tuesday gave us
about two inches of snow. p.
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WIIIIamsvtIIe

r. NJ. Sherman and wife arrived wednes-
day from Dakota.
The jelly makers have finished for this
season at both Brooks's mill and Timsons
| mill
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

The HOIstein Cattle Sale az G Greenfield.
The two days sale on Tuesday and
Wednesday was largely attended and in all
500, 900 worth of cattle we're sold. The COW
"Comely," owned by the Houghton farm at
Putney, brought $505 "Isdell" of the same
place brought $445; "Belle Wrinkle, owned
by H. o. Warner 4 Son of New Milford,
Ct, brought $500; "Koster, 3d." full sister
of promoter" brought 5000. Several heif-
er calves brought $40 each and several bull
calves over 800 each.
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Nfm advertisements.

annual meeting Of the Trustees Of this bank will
be held at their banking house In Bratleboro We'd
nesday, the 9Th day Of December, at O'Clock NJ TO
declare the 10th dividend.
ME-. CABOT, Clerk.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
HAWLEY

Has just bought of New York
house in liquidation the bal
ance of their fine stock of La
dies COlOred Fleece-lined Hose,
which he will sell at 25c and 37c a
pair --- both numbers are worth
more money. Also closed their
sample line Of Mems Seamless
Wool Hose, which will all be offer.
ed at zoe pair. Also, balance of
their stock of 3-buttOn JOuVin Col
Ored Kids, to be sold while they
last at 75c pair.
Elegant new assortment Towels,
Splashers, Linen Tides and Mats.
More new ClOakS and fine Dress
Goods at popular prices. New lot
Fur Trimmings, Muffs and Collars.
MI. HAWLEY.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
Auction Sale Of Real AM
RRrROnAl ERfafRI

WILL BE SOLD at public auction on aRtur.
w day, Dec. IL, att P. NJ, at No. IS South
Main street, this village the farm lands owned by the
late John Brooks, consisting Of about acres In this
town, near the Guford line, II acres in the north
part Of Vernon, and II in North Hin sdale NH.
Also AZ the same time aud place, black seven
years old, sound and kind, top buggy, lumber
wagons. moving machine, horse rake. and other
farming tools household goods, including piano. &C.
1919 A. O BROOKa
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
Whas is the Use

ofbuying worthless medicines and spending money
quack doctors whose only idea is to gull the pub
c7 Is It not better to buy reliable medicine like Sui
phur Biters7 think so, as they cured me Of catarrh
after suffering three years. P. Clark, Manchester
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27

. YOKE Of Ayr. old Steers well matched aud well
= broke. GEO. p. MILLER.
West Brattleboro, Nov a. 1885 4s-40
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1885-11-27
BrOcade Figured Black
Dress Goods,

win find at HAWIEY'S a special
bargain in 4 new designs at 85e a
yard and 3 new designs at 81 90,
and many very elegant BOucli eff
fects at $1.OO, l.25, $50, 200 and
2.25 a yard, which are now in spe-
cial demand for the fashionable
trade.
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N. |. HAWLEY.
FURNITURE!

Our stock of FURNITURE
and CARPETS is second to
none, and our prices as low
as honest goods can be
sold. All we ask is a careful
inspection Of price and style.
We warrant our goods in eV-
cry respect.
Our stock embraces every
thing in the Furniture line,
including PARLOR SUITS,
CHAMBER SUITS, DINING and
KITCHEN FURNITURE, CAR
PETS and OIL CLOTHS of all
kinds, DRAPERY CURTAINS,
POLES, WINDOW CURTAINS
and FIXTURES, sc.
Give us a call and we will
try TO please you.
DUWNTMr DDnC
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FOR SALE BY THE
NEWFANE JELLY co.,
E A. N TvATTAAHS 6rI HswSs%s. " v.
Pure Cider Jelly, Glib. box, 35c.
Sweet g " " Z" 40c.
Extra " " lO-lb. pail, soc.
Boiled Cider, GAL, 4Oc.
Pure Cider Vinegar, GAL, zoe.

Our Sweet Jelly Is a REALITY; II you doubt, send
for a sample and prove 1t. Small orders received
and all orders promptly lled Parties In Bratteboro
can send postal card to @. d. Whitman, who will cal
at any point in the village to deliver orders. 1850
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HAWLEY

Proposes to make a strong effort
this Fall and Winter to largely in
crease his previous steadily in
creasing sales. He fully believes
that ''The Nimble Sixpence is Bet
ter than the Slow Shilling" He
is in New York market often, al
ways ready to pick up any special
bargain in his line, sells for cash,
has one price, and with increased
room will offer for the inspection
of all dry goods buyers who come
to BrattlebOrO larger and finer
assortment than ever before.
A VISIT OF INSPECTION is So
LIGHTED.
N. |. HAWLEYS
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Farm for Sale.

ON ACCOUNT Of poor health will sell my Farm,
" consisting Of no Acres Of LaRd, situated
In the south part Of Dummsrston, miles from Brat
tleboro village and miles from Dummerston Centre.
Said farm 10 suitably divided by wall fencing prinoi-
pally, into moving, pasture, and woodland. Buildings
all in comfortable condition. A nearly new two
story barn AZ by go feet with cellar under the whole
good running water at house and barn. plenty of good
fruit For other particulars enquire OF
tfS9 LEWIS HADLEY, Dummerston, Vt.
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Tic An,Iu,,e WnI.t.

htGdsine " dTt.
1belieye IL is said that the corset was
not unknown 10 Rome butt is clear that
the Greek and Roman women, as q whole,
were quite convinced that the human
form was itself beautiful, 50 that they
made no attempt to disfgure thy compress.
sion or addition. Young girls were dress.
ed simply, chastely, and yet elegantly, in
the flowing aold, slightly open at The
throat and occasionally falling in two sets
OF folds. On the eve OF marriage they
were clad in white robe called the
regilla. After thataeyent they wore the
girdle, which the Roman matrons gener.
ally placed Immediately beneath the
bosom, Sometimes II was a band, and at
other times Q cord tied in o bow, over
which the folds OF the upper part Of the
dress fell gracefully. Among the Greeks,
though not infrtquently wornas just de.
scribed, itwas often placed lower down /;
occasionally the stoia was bound about the
bosom by a band passing over the right
shoulder and under the left breast This
gave the right arm liberty for action, and
It was only for this object, or for speedy
motion, that the waist-cord ever seems to
have been drawn very tight. So little did
the Greek and Roman women think Of the
waist that in great numbers Of ,draped
statues their nantes are 30 arranged rs
10 hide 1t altogether,
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mo sarpe,r... siao Of II,

pitSueh Dl,patek. 81
aYou hear q great deal Of talk about be-
ing too talkatiye,p said Pittsburgh bar
her, abnts let me tell you that tho barber
who doesn't talk isn't any good. He
isn't popular with the trade and he doesn't
make q good workman. You see, man
comes IN and he gets into the chair, and
the barber commences shaving him with
out sayingIa word. The man who is being
shaved has nothing to think about except
himself, and he Immediately begins to
kick about the razor. It pulls and hurts
bis iacs, aud nothing splls him, and he
goes away dissatisfied with the shop and
the barber. Now, one Of those good
natured, laxative BARRIERS would take that
same man and commence talking politics
aud the weather, the police and the rink
To him, and there would never be the
slightest kick. Ao,siSI the barber could
nse his Oldest dull lest and rustest razor
and tho man would never think Of COM
planning, and when the barber would finish.
combing his hair by telling him he had
hair Just like Abe Lincoln or Charles
Summer, he'aget up and give hin q cigar
and 60 OF feeling good nat red, and swear
that was the. best shop in the city,