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Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1885-06-06
The Meather for NIaH.

The following comparisons of the wealth
er for the month of May from 1880 to 1883
shows thepast montlrto have been warmer
than the average for 30 years The May
that gave the lowest mean temperature
was in 1855 and 1S79-GO.20 the highest
being 72o-in 1860. The mean temperature
for the past month was, therefore, 40 be
low the mean of the warmest, and $50
above the coolest May in the last - years
The average rainfall for 50 years during the
month of May was .735 of an inch the
past month only gave sprinkle; it being
the fifth time out of 3G years that no rain to
appreciable amount was prccipitated, these
being 1857, 1873, 1873, 1881 and 1881 A
brief summary of the weather for May
1855, will be found 70 follow the compare
tive table. The lowest water in the river
since 1Si9, in the month of May was in
the year 1851, when there was 2.S feet
above the low-water mark Of 1919
May. 1850 1851. lss2. 1888. 1891. lsS5
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1850. 1851. ilSs2. 1888. 1881. 1855.

SUMMARY FOR NAY, 1885 - The average
hourly velocity and prevailing direction of the
wind AT 4 \. ", for the month, was 10 miles,
from the south and southeast At SA. NJ, so
miles from the south. 1t y NJ, Sc miles, from
the southwest. At { +. NJ, 9.s miles from the
west. Highest water in the river during the
month 1879 feet, on the eth and sth Lowest
water in the river during the month, II feet on
the 3lst range of water in the river during the
month, 20 feet. JAMES \. BARwICK,
Sergeant SignaI CorLs. I. s 4.
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Grand ARMY Matters.

Comrade J. T. d. Baldwin has been
elected Junior Vice Commander of Warren
Post, vice comrade n. Hamm, resigned.
Sumner Post was visited at its last meeting
by comrade Seymour, Of ". Z. Cornman
Post No 81. of San Bernardino. Sumner
Post has grown so in the past year and a
half-now numbering nearly or quite one
hundred and eighty men-that il has been
found necessary to have the bylaws re-
viscd. and committee has been appointed
for this purpose; also to publshat the same
time complete roster OF the Post giving
the company, regiment and rank of each
comrade during the war, his present rank
in the Grand Army, his business and place
Of residence.
The committee having the matter OF the
bean-bake in charge are called to meet at
Jacobs Hall Sunday evening at 6 o clock.
AT the last meeting of Sumner Post on
Thursday night, after all necessary business
had been transacted, the old vets were
surprised by sudden attack made by a
superior force They had supposed them
selves securely intrenchcd behind almost
impenetrablc Notifications, and that no at
tack from the outside could be successful :;
but the main entrance was Stormed, resist
anCe was useless, the barbados gave way,
and the conquering army marched tri
umphantly in with banners flying and
captured the entire Post. The surrender
was unconditional, the capturing party
proving to be Sumner Corps No. II. Con-
trary to the usual custom, the prisoners
were allowed to retain their side arms, and
for fear that some might escape. there was
one guard detailed for each prisoner, and
that there might be no mistake in recogni-
ton each guard pinned buttonhole bou
quot upon the lapel of the coat of her
special capture" An impromptu pro-
gramme consisting of songs, instrumental
pieces, army chOruses and Rotations, was
had, ut the conclusion of which rations of
ice-cream and cake We're issued by the fair
captors. No prisoners were exchanged
but all were paroled on honor at 1880
P. NJ, subject to future orders.
LADIES serge slippers, 50 cents ladies
croquet slippers, 40 cents fine kid house
slippers, IS cents; three-strap sandals, 81.
81 %; ladies' pebble goat button shoes,
81 % ladies Congress CATERS, 81 %
worth 81; mems four-button OxfordS,
sewed, for % cents; boys canvas shoes
sizes, l. to % 80 cents; childrens sandals
Isles, to 10), so cents boys lace shoes
sizes, to 81, 81, and lots of other bar
gains. Don't fail to call Al the Red House'4
THE largest stock of lace mits in the city
may be found al Hale Bros
THE qualities are the best and prices the
lowest at Hale Bros. sale.
MEN's flannel coats, 81 80, 81 and 81 90,
at Red House, to-day.
DoS'T buy till you examine our assort-
ment. Hale Bros.
MEMS flannel suits, So, to-day. Red
House.
READ Hale Bros advertisement this is
sue.
NEVER undersold. Hale Bros
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WHERE To GET IT.-Gus. VAIL has just
placed on draught the celebrated Freder-
icksburg lager beer. 1t is the best YET
made. Call at the Merchants Exchange
1923 Third street, and try it.
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BOYS knee pants, % cents pair, at Hale
Bros sale.
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VALUES were never better than now a
Hale Bros sale.
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MISFORTUNE on MIsFoRTUNE.-A man
named Jacob Ficken, lately from Hum
boldt county, has been an inmate of the
Sacramento County Hospital for several
weeks, suffering from cancer of the thigh
bone. DR. White has not given him much
encouragement to hope for recovery, and
the patient has been anXiOusly waiting to
receive funds from his brother in Cincin-
natl, SO that he might so to him. Yester-
day morning, while walking across the
ward III the hospital in which he is quar-
tered, he slipped and fell, and the diseased
thighbone crumbled in pieces. The limb
was subsequently amputated close TO the
body. 1t is sad case, as there is little
hope Of his ultimate recovery, even if he
survives the shock of amputation.
SUPPOSED TO RE TNsANE.-Application
was made at police headquarters yesterday
to have Mrs Steinmiller, who resides on O
street between Thirteenth and Fourteenth,
taken in charge and examined by the com
misSioneIS as to her mental condition. as il
is believed She is insane. On Thursday she
attacked and beat her mother, Mrs. Nolan,
and broke a number of articles Her hus-
band, a molder, being out OF employment,
left the city about three months ago. She
has two little children, who Will probably
be furnished homes at the Protestant Or
phan Asylum if her mental condition
should prove as feared.
THE NkLENsGN CAsE-This controversy
is progressing slowly in Department Two
of the Superior Court. The beginning OF
the end still appears to be far of. Nothing
particularly Interesting was developed al
Yesterdays hearing. The trial will be re-
sumed at 10 4. NJ. to-day.
DoN'T forget our sale to-day. More fine
bargains than has been shown yet. Red
House
WE have 50 lots of clothing on sale to-
day at exceedingly low prices. Red Houses
WHAT Hale Bros. & Co. advertise they
carry out to the very letter.
OUR boot and shoe stock is the most va
ried in this city. Hale Bros. & Co.
WHEN You want good goods at low prices
visit Hale Bros. d Co.
The prices at Hale Bros sale cannot be
duplicated.
] HALEs sale to-day,
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To-Day, Amoskeag ginghams, 5 cents
fine sateens, > cents; dress goods, 5 cent.
per ward. Red House.
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LOCAL IIgTELLIGRNCE.
Tho Materna Concert.

The concert by Madame Amalia Fried
rich Materna and supporting artists, last
night, was well attended; but the manage
ment los; money. The chief singer COM
naands salary that nothing short of a
crowded house, and the auditorium of
large dimensions, would offset. The mis-
fortune of the manager. however. in no
wise affected the character of the entertain
iRent. Il is needless to remark upon the
musical ability of Materna. Her reputation
as q great dramatic singer possessing a
superb voice. used with consmumate skill.
full of feeling, is too widely known TO de
inand detailed notice Her reception was
more than cordial. Her manner is so
winning that in few moments She has the
entire sympathy of the auditors, whom she
draws close to her by the magnetism of
and aria from RienZi-Wagner; song,
tile unannounced, and III re-
Spouse TO an enthusiastic encore
gave gem from Garicllc, Greet
Him 4 Thousand Times Elizabeth's
Prayer" from "Tannhauser Wagner
the vocal gem of the evening, and in re-
spouse to a recall, for which u bow would
not be accepted, sang Thine is NV Heart"
A superb floral piece, the offering OF
several German citizens, was sent up to
her, which she received with unfeigned
manifestations of delight, and such was
the indebtedness and joyfulness of the
manner of its reception by her that the
audience laughed heartily and applauded
long and sincerely. Her singing was
treat the music-lovers present viii never
forget, and they went away tully impressed
with the justice of all the laudations that
have been bestowed upon the one and
only great Brunnhilde whom Wagner
so delighted TO honor. Miss Ncallv
Stel ems, concert pianist, made a most favor
able impression, and for the playing of the
sixth number received the compliment Of
q sincere encore, to which she responded
with still another selection. She is brill
liant instTUmentalist, and her method and
execution are of the first order VILLAIN,
the baritone, has been heard here before.
He has fine organ, that is admirably man
aged but his manner is reserved to the
verge of GOODNESS. Mr.. ROsewald, solo VIC
iuist, plays with easy grace warmth and
eEpTcssiyeness and marked accuracy. He
proved himself to be an accomplished art
list. Miss Ella Lawrie, well-known Cali
fornia instrumentalist,w was the accompanist
of the evening, and thoroughly pleasing
one, whose competency added much to The
pleasure Of 4 delightful concert.
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MEMS white shirts, IS cents; mems fine
embroidered front shirts. so cents: gents
silk scarfs, 10 cents, to-day. Red House.
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WE carry the largest assortment of dry
goods in the city of Sacramento. Hale
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DoN'T buy till you examine our assert
ment. Hale Bros.
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MEN's flannel coats, 81 80, 81 and 81 90,
at Red House, to-day
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Our boot and shoe stock is the most VI
RED IN this city. Hale Bros. q Co.
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4 Scotch Fashion.

The present rage for plaids
and checks in mems clothing
gets its inspiration from the
picturesque dress Of High
landers. The fabrics too, for
the most part, are DIS strong
and sturdy as the Scotch
themselves.
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Atwood Figured Sateens are
just what one would expect
from the name-a light
weight material with rich,
satin-like finish. Forty
inch wide; SO cents per
yard.
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ADVERTISEMENT MENTION.

AUVEkIISEMEEsI MENTJUN.
Metropolitan Theater-"Strictly Business"
Sacramento COMMUNICATION
Lily Of the Valley-To-night.
Observation-Disclosures Park, tomorrow
Central Park-Concert and dance.
CaledoriGn picnic and games-To-day.
Athletics at Recreation IaTk-To-morr0w.
Business Advertisements.
Grand rally-At China Hall
To let-A ftIrred brick house.
L0st-SeGlslin cape.
Lost-Plsin black parasol.
For sale-A Jersey heifer
Hale Bros q Co.-Calicos.
Weinstock Il Lubin-Scotch fashion
Red Reconsideration sale.
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Tue CALEDoSIANs.-AtA Agricultural Park
today the Caledonians will hold the last
and best picnic of the season, and of course
there will be thousands of ladies and gen
tlemen in attendance to enjoy the games
and sports. No matter how many may
attend, however they will all be provided
for, as an unusually large number of seats
have been constructed so arranged as to
afford a good view of the inclosure within
which the feats of strength and agility will
take place. A large number OF canny
Scots arrived last evening to take part, and
this morning they will unite in 4 parade
through the streets and ont to the Park,
assembling at $50 ut Pioneer Hall. The
route of procession is Seventh street to n,
to Tenth, 10 X 10 Second, TO J, and 10 the
Park. Among the arrivals from abroad are
some of the best athletes in the State. and
the struggle for supremacy in the games
will be interesting and exciting. There
will also be some very fine dancing, cspe-
ciaily by the lads and lasses. As usual
there will be lengthy programme Tree for
al, and during the day and evening band
of music Will play for those who desire to
occupy the dancing platform
AT RECREATION PARK.-To-morrow, at
Recreation Park, there will be very inter
esting athletic performance, in which the
champion athlete. Duncan G. Ross, and
Charles LANCE. the powerful Ohio wrestler
and pugilist and performer Of fea.S Of
strength, VIII make their first appearance
before the Sacramento public. Fred Rol-
linson, the bicyclist Will give comic rep
rescniatiOn of q dudes efforts TO master
the silent steed. Several foot races for
boys will be given between the more i'm
portant events Ross and LANCE will
wrcStle catch as-Catch-can, collar and ell
bow and Greco-ROman styles, perform
f,ats Of strength and skill-the former I'M
dertaking To give all-cOmers twenty feet in
heavy weight competition. LANCE viii
allow the strongest team of horses proCura-
be to attempt to pull him from ladder,
and will give so if the attempt is sue
cess. There will be ar intermission OF but
five minutes between the different events,
and the number viii be sufficient to oc-
Cupy the afternoon.
MErEoroLTAN THETEE.-- Mr. Bishop
and his excellent support delighted a good
audience again last night in the melodram-
attic comedy Strictly Business" 1t was
played with the same degree of carnestnesS
and JoulIy that characterized its first pre-
sentauon. Mr.. Bishop. Mrs Bates Mr.
Garden AID Mrs. Belmour were called ont
Dy The we!l-pleaScd audience at the close of
the fourth act. There viii be given mat
Inee TINS afternoon. Tonight the play will
be again presented, and for the last time it
Will be played at a special performance to-
morrow hlght. AIMEE, who has abandoned
opera boutie for the drama. is announced
to appear on the I2th, 18Th and l4tb insts
She will present Diyorcous and Nam
sci.
u
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WHEN you want good goods at low prices
visit Hale Bros. IL 20
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CALICO, 8 cents yard, at Hale Bros sale.
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HALE Bros always lead in low prices on
good goods.
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MEMS flannel suits, So, to-day Red
House.
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GET prices at Hale's sale,
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READ Hale Bros advertisement this is
sue.
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WHAT Hale Bros. & Co advertise they
carry out to the very letter.
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DoNT forget our sale to-day. More fine
bargains than has been shown yet. Red
House
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Corduroy Suitings, for ladies'
jackets, trimmings and
Compete Suits are new an an
inexpensive. They come in
new browns, modes, green,
black, etc.
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TO-DAY-Jun,ping Ropes
and Whips, One Cent each.
Notion Counters.

We buy Paris-made Bon
nets chiefly for the ideas they
give expression to, and be
cause they strongly influence
fashions the world over. This
season a careful selection was
made Of such styles as seemed
to possess the greatest marks
Of originality and taste. Hav-
ing OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES of their
ideas, we have marked the
bonnets down in order that
they may be sold ere the sea-
son wanes.
AS far as the work of our
own hands goes, we are en-
tering upon the mid season
trade, with UNDIMIN-
ISHED facilities, and an I'M
abated d f T T r NJ IN A
TION to give COMPLETE
SATISFACTION in the
tone and quality of all our
millinery creations.
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WE have 50 lots of clothing on sale to-
day at exceedingly low prices. Red Houses
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THE qualities are the best and prices the
lowest at Hale Bros sale
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The prices at Hale Bros sale cannot be
duplicated
HALE's sale to-day.
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THE largest stock of lace mits in the city
may be found al Hale Bros.
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NEVER undersold. Hale Bros.
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BASE BALL.-At Agricultural Park to-
morrow there will be a game of base bali
between the Intrepids of AIarysyillc. and
the Eurekas of this city These clubs
played 4 game some weeks since nj the
Park. the Eurekas winning after sham
struggle. Doubtless tomorrow 5 game will
be close and interesting.
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POLICE CoURr.-In the Police Court yes
terday Joe Taccini was tried on charge Of
battery upon A Fontani and acquitted......
Jack Mex enna's case of vagrancy was con
tinued until the 11th.... The case OF John
Walters, arrested for emhezzlement, was
dismissed and the costs taxed against the
prosecuting witness.
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Mems Summer Suits, Of gray
Cheviot, S..
Mulls, in open-work lace pat
terms, fine quality, 20 cents.
Mems Pique Shield Scarfs, IS
cents per dozen.
All-wool Cashmere Pants,
So SO.
The Palatka daily news. (Palatka, Fla.) 1884-1888, 1885-06-21


We reprint the ioiIo"lnS c'i'''.."
from the lIhe5- mon OF yesterday
tn a1'"gthat our contemporary Is now
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The Office OF TIE DAILY News is located ON
Water street, in the Iron Building HeAJ 70
ECi's brick store.
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EhcNc,,-s0 GIce.

CAN g purchased at F c COCHRANES. NEWS.
setaND, at the pOstOliiCc building.
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The Daily News

e.4ATKA, FLA, JUNE 21, 1885.
The Palatka daily news. (Palatka, Fla.) 1884-1888, 1885-06-21

The uniform of the famous "Black
Watch, of Scotland, consists of a white
Iya'e. and veil, red plume, black chin
strap, led tunic, with blue collar and
fa..0gs, tartan kilt. white CATERS. snog-
~n Of white hadger-skin, with black
ornaments. A French military Journal
re.sa..y printed a cut of Black Watch
Highlander in this garb, and added that
ae looked altogether like most ili-con-
o,t nod rGfsgn. for which remark sew
eli scotland papers are now calling the
are~0 @ Ereuchman hard names.
The tescendants of Commodore Perry S
a@..r. including Mrs. August Belmont
7'r.. George Tiffany, Mrs. La Fargo, wife
ot he artist, the children Of the late
Rev DR.. Vinton. of New York, and
m2r.y more will hold a family reunion at
Y port in September when Turner
s. ne of the Commodore is unveiled.
Queen Victoria's health has been much
'c- ar at Balmoral than it was on the
aent,
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Queen Nictoria's health has been much
re- ar ut BalmOrai than it was on the
aent,
Smyrna times., 1885-08-19
THE DEAD SEA OF THE WEST.

The famous dead Sea of the West. &"
Mono Lake, situated in Mono County
California, is thus describedSby a writer
In the San Francisco Chronicle
Its water is so strongly imprennated
with alkaies that the hand held for a
few minutes in it will crack open and
the skin be eaten off No living tbino
exists in it though it is said that often
after strong winds have blown across its
surface, there is a layer of worms several
feet wide on its leeward shore. II
cleanses clothes dipped in it almost in
stantly, and if they are are not as
speedily removed does worse. It's shores
are barren, bleak and lonely in tbt
extreme, bOrdered by soil that will
grow nothing but the scrubbiest of sooo-
brush. In the prosperous times of
Bodle steamer piled on the lake, but II
IS now laid up and unused. The lenntb
OF the lake is about thirty miles and its
greatest width about eighteen miles.
Seen from this magnificent point sur-
rounded by the great walls of Bloody
canyon, it is one of the noblest views on
earth' butat the same time it only proves
to one who has been about its shores
nd toiled across he deserted and sandy
interval to the welcome foot of the Sierra
with even no better way across than the
Bloody canyon, that truly Distance
lends enchantment to the view"
Smyrna times., 1885-08-19
HERAT.

Herat the "Gate Of India" and
Pearl of Khorassan," is one of the
Oldest cities in the world. and probably
the most unfortunate. Situated on the
Heri-Rud, at the northern extremity of
a fruitful province, through which lies
the easiest and best road from Central
Asia to Hindostan, it's possession was a
matter of the utmost importance to
Northern warriors who passed through
Afghanistan on their way to the golden
plains beyond the Indus. Thus, to use
the words of a Persian historian, "the
city has been fifty times taken, fifty
times destroyed, and fifty times has it
arisen from its ashes. The few Euro
peans who have visited the town agree
in describing it as one of the filthiest in
the world. The place would be totally
uninhabitable were it not endowed by
nature with a particularly healthy atmos-
phere and a benignant north wind,
which tend to cOunteraet the un-
wholesome smells AMI dirty habits of
the people. The surrounding country
Is exceedingly fruitful, seventeen sorts
OF grapes, numerous varieties of melons,
apricots, wheat and other cereals being
among the more valuable products.
Silk and carpets are the principal man
ufactures.