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Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25
A DRAMATIC CYCLONE.
NEVADA SOON To BE IN
VADED BY THE HILL
SHARON CASE.
A Brief Outline OF the New
Play

The San Francisco papers an
nounce that Sarah Althea Hill il
about to go on the stage to raise
money to push her big law suit
with Sharon. She will first appear
in the light Shaksepearian drama
and after practicing a little in that
will plunge into the heavy Sharon
ian tragedy.
In the Shakespearian layout, the
APPEAL would suggest the follow.
ing cast Of Characters:
Portia, Sarah Althea Hill.
Lean Apothecary, VIM. Sharon.
Lear. Judge Tyler.
Romeo. Col. Barnes.
Fool. WIN. Nelson.
Fist Grave Digger, Capt. Lees.
Nurse, Nanny Plaesance.
Witch. Nellie Bracket.
With this basis as a cast, there
would be considerable money in
the combination if played "onc
night only" through the interior
towns.
The Sbaronian play now men
toned in the papers, is a highly
favored sensational drama, full Of
ginger and vinegar, and by the
vigilence of the APPEALS San
Francisco correspondence, we have
been able to present an outline of
the plot to the theater-loving peo-
pie Of Carson.
ACT FIRST.
Sharon seated in his counting
Office, figuring out his wealth and
making afhdavits for the Assessor
for one-tenth it's value. Enter
Miss Hill to invest in stock.
Sharon unloads 1000 shares Seggre-
gated Belcher at highest market
rates. Orders bottles of wine from
Lucky Baldwin's vineyard, with
Roderer label on it. Recites maid
Of Athens" aud offers Sarah $1,000
a month to act as his amenuensis.
Sarah declines with lofty scorn.
Curtain.
ACT SECOND.
Wine supper in Palace Hotel.
Sharon still harping on the Maid
Of Athens" Sarah begs him to
recite something else. More wine.
Signs the marriage certificate. Red
ire. Curtain.
ACT THIRD.
Bridal chamber OF Palace. Nellie
Bracket wedged il behind the
bureau. Portion of Bohemian
1irl' scenery rung in. All XII
over the transone. Ms
N scene. Gauze curtains. Blue |
ire. Tableau.
ACT FOURTH.
Miss Hill kicked out. Palace |
Hotel. Doors removed by colored
lelp. Nanny Pleasance comes in
With lamentations. Soothsayers
nd astrologers, Chorus. Grave
ard scene. Burial of Sharon's
Id socks and shirt. Blood on the
noon. Witches dance in the
iasonic cemetery. Nellie Bracket
0 the rescue. The deal 10 Ophir.
haron running for Senator of Ne
ada. Yellow Jacket fire in the
lstance. Exit everyb ody. Curtain.
ACT FIFTH.
The wife revenge. Court scene.
'arpes and Tyler's Moonlight duel.
erry's tight-rope performance. The
erdict and wife's recompense.
arab Althea crowned with roses.
apt. Lees, Col. Barnes, Bill Sharon t
I'D the traitor Nelson sent to the
enitentiary. i
At the drop Of the curtain Sarah &
lthea will sell fac simile copies of t
n marriage certificate and photo L
apis to the audience, four bits f
zee or three for dollar. Music Q
cidental to the occasion will be f
divided, with new scenery and t
echanical effects. t
Notwithstanding the heavy ex- a
nse incurred in the preparation II
this drama, the prices will re-
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25
Ali sa$sse . =.


John A Johnson returned t.
osfs'" SeS'ef'''S'
Musgrove won he running race
yesterday against Butts.
Fresh fish by express this morn
ing at No s. opposite the Mint.
Hard cider :, VI n Cbed;c's
o21x
sxeet o;lor ,,a.a dill, at " II
bed;c,s o21w
Iur s'"fie anu 'a'cS groceries ~
h''eF oioe' 'o1e'F ana neoiafy
Aour at =" IL Che"'cs |"
Wanted-A girl to do general
ho'se"'fA ApP'S "' '"'S o'noe'
Pearls s. Ellis, left yesterday
to take charge Of the State Lime
Mill.
ul r.,, :. ,:
at 81 cents.
Jus. rooo;S e-,sh LOT ofno,rs
49,. ,:. , ..o.l.. Wv,
n Ca,l.., W. O. o:. -
s1;nt
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The funeral OF the late Alex. Lee
port. will take place from the Hall
OF Carson Lodge No. 4. l. y. y. r.
today At z P. N,
Ladies in scare Of stvlisb 70
liable millinery at reasonable
n-;oo sbo,ld coll q, M;scoS ro,;,
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25
Burned Out.

Siddons, the matchmaker and
jeweler, has opened . shop oppo-
site the Opera House, where he is
pre- pared to attend to all work in
his line a, formerly. Watches,
clocks, jewelry ste. repaired and
warranted. @a.s3.a-s..
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25
X. or r.

All members aud sojour.ine
Brothers are requested to meet At
tho Hall Of Carson Lodge No. 4.
K. of p, this afternoon at 1
o'clock, to attend the fsneral Of
eur late Brother. Alex. Lepert.
By order Of
G. ". fR0nIeOh. G., C..
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25
Correspondence.

Mr.. Levi ". Smitl-DEAR SIR:
A many of the citizens of Carson
we're unable to attend the exhibi-
ton given by your daughter, Miss
Lillian, at Armory Hall last We'd
Aesday evening, We respectfully re-
quest that the same be repeated
upon some evening during the
coming week, and that it take place
at the Opera House. Your early
reply naming the evening will
oblige your friends.
Thomas 2. Hawley,
c. S, Preble,
Chas. L. Blcknell,
Geo. c. Thaxter,
S. l.. Lee, NJ. d.,
c. 8. Young,
Geo. A. Tyrrell,
Z. +. Pierce,
Cap. Avery:
". II. Crisler,
}. S. Ulrick,
I. r. Hofer,
Jacob Tobriner,
Hume Yerington,
Chas. Veasey,
A. II. Parker,
S. C. Wright,
G. W. Cagwin,
Taenmor Coffin.
W. NJ. Cary,
VIM. II. Stevens.
Carson, October "a, 1885. |
10 Aessrs. Hawley, Yerinston,
1haxlsr and others-GENTLEMEN:
In response to your kind request
under date Of October 14th, 1 will
aame Tuesday evening next, st the
Opera House.
Very respectfully,
s. LEVI w. SMITH.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25

Furnished rooms To rent, en- suit
or single. Inquire Of Mrs. Dan
Able, corner Of Curry and John
streets, between Judge Belkaap's
AID Jalss nuspAys. e =
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25
BLUMENTHAL e COINS
CLOTHING EMPORIUM


First-Paying Cash for our goods we undersell ev-
erybody.
Second-We propose to stay in Carson, therefore
will keep nothing but the best
for gentlemen and youths. The puritan" Hat, the
Waukenphast Shoes, the Pepper Scarf, the Lewis s.
Cox Cardigan Jackets, and large variety Of Furnish
ing Goods Shoes Trunks, etc.
@>It will pay you we'll to inspect our Fall il
voice. We guarantee satisfaction ia everything.
BLUMENTHAL G. COIN.
County Building, Carson New
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1885-10-25
Some Things That We DO,
-AND-
Some Things That We DON'T Do.

We don't advertise our bank account.
We don't buy goods for cash, but pay bills whe.
they are due.
We don't sell trunks so per cent. below the manufac
turing price.
We have not failed four five times to enable to
buy old shelf worn stock, the Of
competitors.
But do keep the finest Stock of Clothing and Fur
nishng Goods in the city, which will be sold for less
than ever before Come one, come ALL and be con-
WINGED.
A. BERGMAN.
Arlington Block.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
Discarded.

Miss Emma Hollingsworth, Rock.
wood, Lawrence county, Ohio, writes:
"D,. Hartman, Columbus, O.-After be-
ing an invalid for five years, and having
tried all kinds Of patent medicines, and
treated by four Of our best doctors, who
pronounced my case consumption, that
was past curing, Igot one of your books
on the Ills of Life, and at once sent
for bottle of PERuNA. I discarded all
other medicines, and after I had taken
seven bottles of PERuNA I was able to
do my housework, which had not been
able to do for five years. My neighbors
were astonished to see how rapidly I i'm
proved. l know of a number who are
using your PERUNA. It has done won
ders in this neighborhood."
w. II. Irwin, druggist, Altoona, Pa,
writes: II sell your PERUNA. It gives
good satisfaction. Mrs. Mary Strob,
Eleventh avenue and Seventeenth street,
and Mrs. ]. p. Kahle, Altoona, use Pc
RUHA, and claim it is the best medicine
they ever used. We have never heard
any one say anything against PERUNA."
Ross Matter, druggist, Altoona, Pa,
writes: 1--WE sell great deal Of Pc
RuNA. 1t ives the very best of satisfac-
ton. VIM. r. Ward, coal dealer, Ninth
and Seventeenth streets, this city, has
grown stout and hearty after using five or
six bottles Of PERUNA. He says he is
feeling better than he ever did before.
Rev. Henry Moore, one Of the most pop
ular clergymen Of this city, states that he
must fall back on MANAL1N when all
other remedies fail"
w. B. PACKER, druggist, Alliance, O.,
writes: " Your PERUNA has large sale.
We have customers who believe It to be
the ideal Of medicines. VIM. Chambers,
Of this place, speaks highly Of PERuNA.
Send me some Of your books =" Ills OF
Life.'"
S. G.. West, druggist, Ashland, Ohio,
writes: ~ have a very good trade in
your PEkuNA. l sell more Of it than
any other medicine. Col. E. Finger, of
our town, has used PERuNA in his family
very successfully. will get him to send
you . certificate. He is Lieut.. Colonel
Of Seventeenth Regiment, o. V. l."
A. r. Thurber s. Co., druggists, Ash
tabula, Ohio, write: "Peruna sells we'll,
@ac gives general satisfaction. Albert
Herman. Of this place, has used several
bottles, and speaks highly Of it. We
consider it safe and reliable remedy"
DR.. G. Hurley, druggist, Altoona, Pa,
writes: ave sell \ great deal Of Pc
RuNA. Customers speak we'll Of it"
PERu-NA 10 eold by all druggists. Price q
per bottle six bottles Is. II you cannot get it
from your druggist. we will send it on receipt
Of regular price We prefer you buy it from
your druggist, but if he hasn't it do not be per
suaded to try something else, but order from us
at once as directed s. B. HARTMAN & Co.
Columbus. u,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
DOWN THE STREAM.
RY MEDORA CLARK.

There is 80 much in life to make me glad.
The whitest pearls envied in my youth,
The fairest howets the sweetest nectar. each
Has drifted to my hand, living truth.
Delight in mere existence 10 q boon
The more than which no mortal can possess.
The crystal cup of hope. filled to the brim.
Stands always ready with its power to bless.
They search for causes in this later age.
The sage astrologer of other days
Would say some star burned at my natal hour
Which touched my tate with its alchemic rays
Sun worshippers aver that happy souls
Are favored by the god Of day, who gives
Some talisman into their keeping. known
TO each alone, aud lasting while he lives.
And they who understand the lore of flowers
Will tell you that the truly blest of earth
First see the light Of day when certain blooms,
Endowed with gift of prophecy, have birth.
Nor will he fail to find, who wisely seeks,
Revealed upon the velvet breasts of flowers,
The future of the woman-child he names;
Her years enmapped with all their days and
hours.
know not; 1 have done no gracious thing
To earn the need of joy vouchsafed to me,
Lives better nObler far than mine, each day
Pass by me. shrouded deep in misery.
MADISON, Wis, Oct, 22, 1885.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
Lesson from q NIastodon.

The tusks of a mastodon recently found in
Illinois weighed us pounds each. What gi-
gantic tooth ache that animal must have been
capable OF having! And such neuralgia! Neu-
ralgla. OF nerve-ache generally proceeds from
a disordered condition of the blood. Browns
Iron Bltters enrlches and purifes this and
drives neuralgia out. Mr.. w. Belman, Pioua,
o.. says, Browns Iron Bitters permanently
cured me of neuralgia''
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
BARBER SHOPS.

ROGGE & LANGBECKER, City Barber Shop,
Hotel. Shaving, Shampooning. Hair-cutting,
Dyeing of Hair or Whiskers etc. in the best
style, at popular prices. Respectfully solicit
the patronage of the public.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

The Yap question has been settled by
Germany acknowledging Spanish occupa-
tion and Spain granting Germany the priv
ilege of free navigation and commerce on
the waters of the Carolines and establish
ing coaling station on one of the islands.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
a-ooO-%

Women sza everywhere using and recon-
menalnG Rsrker's Tonic because they have
leafasd Itsm experience that it speedily over
coma3 dependency. indigestion, pain or
WeaFpsss in the back or kidneys, and other
tf.:..,!l:es peculiar t. the sex.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

Andrew Carnegie, the Pittsburg million
aire philanthropist, has presented the men
in his employment with large house and
land, worth $4,000, to be used as library
and meeting place.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
Bucklen's Arnicn Salye.

The BEST SALvE in the " world for Cuts
Bruises, Sores, Salt Rheum. Fever Sores, letter
Chapped Hands. Chilblains, Corns and all
Skin Eruptions, and positively cures Piles. or
no pay required. 1t is guaranteed to give per-
feet satisfaction. or money refunded. Price, so
cents per box. For sale by J. H. Matthew.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
a Captains Fortunate Discovery.

a Captains Fortunate Discovery.
Capt. Coleman, schr. Weymouth. plying be-
tween Atlantic City and New York, had been
troubled with a cough so that he was una BILE to
sleep, and was induced to try DR.. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption. It not only gave
him instant relief. but allayed the extre me sore
ness in his breast. His children were similarly
affected and a single dose had the same happy
effect. DR.. Kings New Discovery is now the
standard remedy in the Coleman household and
on board the schooner. Free trial bottle OF this
standard remedy at ]. H. Matthews Drug Store
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

Have used Tongaline local application
to an inflamed and swollen knee joint, and l
never knew pain and swelling subside more
rapidly. Philo. j. Valentine, NJ. D., St. Louis.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
ATTORNEYS A AT LAW.

ENREDERICK DUFFEL, Attorney at law and
Il Notary Public. Office on Chetimaches street
opposite the Courthouse.
DAUL LECHE, Attorney at Law and Notary
l. Public, Donaldsonville. Office: on block
below the Courthouse. on Attakapas street.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
LIQUOR AND BILLIARD SALOONS.

NvHE PLACE. Gus. Israel, manager. Corner
Il Lessard and Mississippi streets. Billiards,
Lager Beer. Best Wines and Liquors. Fine
Cigars, etc.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
MILLINERY.

AIRS. N. BLUM. Milliner. Mississippi street.
NJ between Lessarl and 1t. Patrick. Latest
styles of B0nnets. Hats, French Flowers, etc.;
also, all kinds of Ladies Underware.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

GooDs DELIVERED FREE.-Mrs. NJ. Israel
& Co., will deliver goods free of charge to
all their customers living within one to
twenty five miles of Donal!soyyi!e,
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

The case of Lucas, for the murder of
Hensley in July last, on Avalon plantation,
three miles above Pattersonville. has been
tried at Franklin, and the jury discharged,
not being able to agree on a verdict.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
DRUGS AND MEDICINES.

ID RYBISKI, Auothecary and Druggist, Mis-
Vincent streets. adjoining Gontlran's store.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
NEwsDEALER AND srATIONER.

-. corner Mississippi and Lessard streets, di-
agonally opposite the post-otfice. News and il
lustrated papers. Books, Stationery, Pens, Ink:
Base Ball Supplies, Toys. Smoking Material
and Fancy Articles in great variety.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
HOTELS AND BoARD1NG-HoUsEs.

N opposite the steamboat landing. the most
convenient location in town. First-class ac-
comm0dations at reasonable rates Elegant
bar, billiard and pool room attached. j. j. La
fargue, Proprietor.
DEFP-O-DAY HOTEL AND BARROOM,
L Mississippi street. First-rate accomnao-
dation and reasonable prices. Finest Wines,
Liquors and Cigars. A. J.. Bethancourt, Pro-
prietor; Sam Ayraud, Manager.
rITY HOTEL, P. Lefevre, Proprietor, Rail-
~ road Avenue corner 1berville street. Bar
ssppiied with best Liquors
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
TINSMITu.

DAUL WUTKE, Tnsnith, Port Barrow, La.
Il Roofing, guttering, stovepiping, repairing
and all work pertaining to the timers trade.
Address P. 0. Box IA. Donaldsonvilte. In.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

Mexican coffee, new article in sauth-
ern commerce and one af tl.s anest flaw
ored cofees in the Mas1et~as Mauriu's
Cheap Grocery EnppF;pH.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTING.
~ INGRY. THE PAINTER, shop at Cheap
N Tony 5tv1v, corner III l,rs ot-oot anf1
Railroad Avenue. House, Sign and Ornamental
Painting in all their branches. Best work at
lowest prices.
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31
UNDERTAKEN.

GCHONBERG'S Undertaker's Establishment,
- Railroad Avenue, between lberville and At
takapas streets. All kinds of burial cases. from
the pine coffin to the metallic or rosewood cas-
ket
The Donaldsonville chief. [volume] (Donaldsonville, La.) 1871-current, 1885-10-31

II T. BCHULER, Blacksmith. Whselwright.
T. Horse -Shoer, Carriage. Wagon and Cart
maker and repairer, Railroad Avenue. between
Mississippi and lberville streets.
Daily Honolulu press. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1886, 1885-11-28

is the most prominent delineator in
America and will yet make fortune
on the platform. Another successful
lecturer is Talmage. English speakers,
as rule, have not done very we'll in
this country. Matthew Arnold, with all
his reputation, cleared only $Io,ooo
during his season in the States, and
half OF that went to D'Oyley Carte, his
manager. Proctor has done moderately
well, but he is twenty years behind the
times. Spurgeon is the only English
man who would create furore in
America, but he says he wouldn't
come over here if all the world we're
bullion and he could get it for single
lecture.
'''yhen the lecture platform does
come in favor again the demand will be
for historical and scientific lectures
John Fisk, who has written great deal
for Harpers, is promising historical
lecturer. He narrated stories of the
revolution so well last season that he
netted $4,000, and is just commencing.
H. c. Bunner, editor Of Puck, is an
other clever fellow. He does not make
the impression produced by Gable,
but he has fortune at his disposal in
the recital of some of the droll things
he has penned. "-Minneapoiis T,T6nne.
Daily Honolulu press. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1886, 1885-11-28
Grrsral advertisements.
TO THE PUBLIC.

The attention Of our readers is invited TO the
very liberal offer made by us, in another
column, to furnish any Of the articles specified
therein, together with six months subscription
to the DAILY Honolulu PRESS, at dnS rates,
which are much iess than il the publications, or
articles, were ordered separately.
We desire to introduce our paper into every
English-reading Family in this Kingdom,
feeling assured that it will be permanently
retained after its merits as a live, wide-awake
journal, are once known.
As an advertising medium the DAILY Ho.
NoLuLu PRESS possesses unequaed advantages,
having retained all the subscribers to the late
Saturday Press in addition to new subscrip-
ton list which is daily increasing, SO o.that the
paper is not only enjoying large circulation
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every steamer to subscribers at almost every
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PRoPRs OF DAILY HONOLULU PRESS.
Daily Honolulu press. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1886, 1885-11-28
PRO BONO PUBLTcO.

Persons coming from the coast arrive here
with the impression that refreshments during
the evening are not TO be had. Try Harts ex-
celent ice creams and be convinced that you
have made mistake.
One of the most attractive displays Of
elegant holiday goods in Honolulu is made by
Messrs. King Bros, No. 81 Hotel street.
Their assortment of Birthday, Christmas and
New Years cards, Of Prang's and other makes,
is exquisite in design and finish and are offered
at e.rf,emeiy lozO rates. An inspection OF
their pictuse gallery will well repay the visitor,
while Artists can here find choice selection
of artists materials. In the windows Of King
Bros. are, also, a fine collection of Carke's
fern cards, island curious, ETC., and some beau.
tiful shells, painted in native scenes, by Mrs.
Thomas ]. King, which are valuable mementos
to send abroad.
A rare treat is in store for those who will
take the trouble to pay a visit to our icicle
friend, Mr.. Henry Hart, and examine some o.
his valuable and useful curiosities. His tappa
cloth serves as a decided novelty and the
numerous lavas and shells form fine collec
tion.
Daily Honolulu press. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1886, 1885-11-28
The ycsfai yir0ins.

There has recently been discovered
on the site of the Temple of Vesta in
Rome a stone Golfer half full of ashes,
and dozen or more scientific persons
have decided that the ashes are those
of the sacred fire which the virgins were
supposed to keep perpetually burning.
Their argument is that the ashes were
held too sacred toibe thrown away, and
hence must have been preserved, and
that the ashes which. have just been
found must have been those sacred
ashes. 1t is a powerful argument, but
it is one which any surviving relative
of the virgins ought severelyto condemn.
The-total amount of ashes discovered
lis not more than five bushels. Will
any one believe, says the Ne7O York
Tines, that wood fire burning for cen
turies did not produce more than five
bushels of ashes2 Let us assume thai
the fire was as small as possible, and
that it burned day and night for only
900 years. In that case a very simple
calculation will show that it must have
produced at least I71a bushels OF ashes
What, then, is the conclusion which We
are forced to draw when we find onl,
five bushels OF sacred ashes in the TEN
pie of Vesta ? Obviously it is that th'
virgins let the fire go out every nigh
and at all hours during the day wheI
no worshipper was expected to visit th'
temple. When we remember that th,
Romans were periodically horrified a
discovering that some vestal had beer
guilty of Irritation, it is odd that nc
Roman ever suspected the virgins o
letting the fire 60 out at night. The
Romans actually believed that the poo
girls sat up all night to keep the fire
blazing when it would have been per
fectly safe for them to let it go out anc
to kindle it again with the kerosene car
whenever worshipper approached the
door The new discovery, if it proves
anything proves that the Vestal Virgins
were faithless and fond of sleep. Wa.
there no scientific person to deny, ir
the interest Of the virgins, that the five
bushels of ashes came from the sacred
| fire ?