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The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1885-11-13
Killed by the Sting of q Bee.
From the St. James Gazette.

From the st. James Gazette.
Mr.. w. H. Blanchard, iron monger,
of Poole, died July from the effect OF
the sting of a bee. While walking in his
garden a bee stung him in the neck,
which commenced swelling shortly
afterward; and, Notwithstanding that
medical advice was called, and several
doctors subsequently attended him, he
continued to get worse, and died after
great deal of suffering.
Serious disturbance of the system
frequently follows the sting of an insect,
and deaths from the same cause oc-
casionally happen. The susceptibility
OF some people to the stings of insects
is balanced by the entire immunity
from such evils enjoyed by others.
While one person dare not go near
a bee hive, another can handle the bees
with complete safety. Cases have even
been well known where the strongest
personal attraction was involuntarily
exercised over the bees. In l766 a Mr..
Wildman of Plymouth was famous for
his command over these insects. He
could by a word make, them hive or
swarm in the air. On one occasion,
says contemporary record, ''hemade
them go on the table, and took them
up by handfuls and tossed them up and
down like so many peas" In 1897
Mr.. Wright was walking in his garden
at Norwich, having some days before
expressed a strong wish that a swarm
of bees would come on his premises.
His desire was gratifed, for a passing
fight settled on his head, "till they
made all appearance like a Judges
wig
Norecord seems to exist of a capacity
to bestung without feeling it; but many
people suffer abnormally from such an
infiction. Probably inquiry would
show that in most cases ofexcesslvein-
jury from bee or wasp sting the suf-
ferer's blood was very much out OF or
der
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1885-11-13
Why Hundreds of Boys are Re.
jected from the Navy.

From Washington Letter.
The United States navy annually
takes into service a large number OF
apprentice boys, who are sent all over
the world and taught to be thorough
sailors. It has been the policy of the
Government since the war to educate
the "blue Jacket upon the principle
that the more intelligent a man is the
better sailor he is likely to become
There is no lack of candidates for
these positions. Hundreds ofboys ap-
ply, but many are rejected because
they can not pass the physical exam
nation. Major Houston, of the Ma
rine Corps, who is in charge of the
Washington Navy Yard Barracks,
is the authority for the statement
that one-fifth of all the boys exam
ined are rejected on account of heart
disease. His first question to a boy
who desires to enlist is: F.Do you
smoke?" The invariable response is,
mo, sir" but the tell-tale discolora-
tion of the fingers at once shows the
oi.'oii' iiS SUI SoOoll' soy IiiSho SiSttI
ette-smoking by boys produces heart
disease, and that in ninety-nine out of a
hundred the rejection of would-be ap-
prentices on account of this defect
comes from the excessive use of the
milder form of the weed. This is re-
markable statement, coming as it does
from so high an authority and based
upon the results of actual examina
tions going on day after day month
after month. 1t should be warning
to parents that the deadly cigarette is
sure to bring about incalculable injury
to the young. A law passed restrict
ing its use to the dudes, would not,
perhaps, bring popular disfavor, be-
cause it might reduce the number of
these objects about our streets, but
boys indulging in the cigarette ought to
be treared to liberal doses of ''rod in
pickle'' until the habit is thoroughly
eradicated.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1885-11-13
The darkest day of my life was that
of Lincoln's assassination.-Conv

The darkest day of my life was that
of Lincoln's assassination.-Conver.
sation.
1 do not want to detract from Other
civilizations, but 1 believe that we
English-srr aking people possess the
highest civilization. There is the
strongest bond of union between the
English-speaking people, and that
bond should and will serve to extend
the greatest good to the greatest num-
Der. That will always be my delight
Speech at banquet at Newcastle,
Eng.
[ always had an aversion to Napo-
leon and the whole family. When |
was in Denmark, | declined seeing the
prince imperial. did not wish to see
him. The first Emperor had great
genius, but was one OF the most selfish
and cruel men in history. see no re-
deeming trait in his character. The
third Napoleon was even worse, the
especial enemy of America and ofliber
ty.-Conversation.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1885-11-13
Cheap at $50 a Yard.
From the New York Post.

IIoM tuo NcW 10TH IOSG
The present season is certainly re-
markable for the splendor and elegance
of it's fabrics and costumes. The rage
for new and intense effects and COM
binations seems to have reached its
height and robes of this description ap-
pear in greater contrast than ever be-
side the many toilets of pure white, now
also in such vogue. The wealth of the
Orient and the vivid coloring of the
tropics are to be found in the tapestried !,
brocaded and embossed silks, satins and
pushes that glitter with network of
beads, which closely simulate gems in
their brilliancy. This prodigality of
color and combination, while it gives
great scope lor magnifcence in dress,
also gives great chance for excessive
bad taste, thus necessitating the exercise
of the most delicate Judgment and a
sure artistic eye for harmony, as well
as for appropriateness and good effect.
Among the many regal fabrics now
exhibited by a celebrated Broadway
house is magnificent bridal satin of
ivory white, brocaded with white lilies
and rosebuds, the stamens and pistils
formed of cut crystals and pearls. A
second pattern shows a ground of silver
satin brocaded with crimson carnations,
and another, of amber satin, is embossed
with scarlet roses and foliage. Lastly
Is pale almond satin brocaded with
white anemones, blush roses and forget
me-nots. All the aforementioned fab
RIGS are considered low in price at the
r ate OF thirty dollars yard.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1885-11-13

John G. Thompson, who has gladly &C
cepted an appointment as special land
agent to look up fraudulent entries will go
to Washington Territory.
The Corvallis gazette. [volume] (Corvallis, Or.) 1862-1899, 1885-11-13

Mary Anderson has invited members CT the
dramatic profession in London to free per-
formaace W l.er 1T tho Lyserni c.i .he Eth
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
MiiE and Coffee Stains.

These stains are very difficult to remove,
especially IRON light colored and finely fn-
ished goods. From wooden and mixed fab
RIGS they are taken out by moistening them
with mixture Of one part glycerine, nine
parts water, and one-half part arua ammo
mia. THIS mixture is applied to the goods
by means of brush, aud allowed to re.
main for twelve hours (occa lonally renew
ing the DoisteniDg). After this time the
stained pieces are pressed between cloth,
and then rubbed with clean rag. Drying
and II possible little steaming, is gener-
ally sufficient tu TIL roughly remove the
stains. Stains on silk garments which are
dyed with delicate colors, or finely finished
are more difficult to remove. In this case
five parts glycerine are mixed with FIVE
parts water, and one quarter part OF am
mopia added. Before using this mixture
it should be tried on some part Of the gar
ments where it cannot be noticed, 10 order
to see II the mixture will change color. II
such il the case no ammonia should be ad-
ded. II, on the contrary. no change takes
place, or II, after drying, the original color
Is restored, the above mixture Is applied
with soft brush, allowing it to remain Oh
the stains for six or eight hours, and il
then rubbed with clean cloth. The re.
naming dry substance Is then carefully
taken off by means OF knife. The in
jured places are now brushed over with
clean water, pressed between cloths and
dried. II the stain il not then removed, q
rubbing with dry bread will easily take it
off. To restore the finish thin solution
Of gum arabic, or In many cases beer Is
preferred, is brushed on, then dried and
carefully iroped. By careful manipulation
these stains will be successfully removed.
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
The Ne1U England Fair.
EXTENSIVE PREPARATIONS TO COMMENCE AT
ONCE


The preparations for the New England
Fair to be held In Bangor beginning Mod
day, August 3lst, are to commense at once
and are to be more extensive than fon any
other fair ever held by the New England
Society. The officers of the Eastern
Maine Association worked hard to have
the Fair in Bangor and now their efforts In
this direction have been crowned with sue
cess t.ey are determined that the exhibit
ton shall surpaSs any New England Fair
ever held. They are, therefore. to make
great improve neDts at the Park. A new
building to be used as the headquarters of
the executive officers will be erected very
near the ticket office. 1t will command q
good view of the rack and the larger pOr-
tion OF the grounds. large number OF
tails for horses and additional accommo.
dations for cattle will be made In the por-
tiou of the Park near the Mapiewood
House, and it is expected that those will
all be occupied. Holly water is to be car
ried entirely around the Park, making 1t
vers convaDicnt for the watering of stock.
The officers are at present comtemplat.
Ing the erection of building laving q
good floor and roof but with open sides, to
be used for the exhibition of all agricultu-
raj Implements. Arrangements will soon
be made for the entertainment of visitors.
The Boston boats are to provide lodgings,
1t is expected, for about 500, and many of
Bangor's private citizens wi throw open
their houses for the accommodation Of
people attending the exhibition. The
special premiums offered by the State for
exhibitions of diary products are attract
ing much attention in the farming COM
munities and there will doubtless be q
strong competition for them. President
Cleveland will he invited to attend the
Fair, and as it is thought that be will visit
in Bangor during the week Of the exhibit
finn
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
Poetry.
Sarah Jane.

Far TO the north where pines and snow-drlns be,
There is a realm of rigor known as Maine.
All winter there the fierce winds whistle free.
And people shovel snow with toll aud pain.
And yet 1t has au interest for me.
Because II is the home Of Sarah Jane
A very charming girl is Sarah Jane,
But prouder, of,ier, chicr, none can be.
Whether 1t Is because she dwells In Maine,
Where girls. like pines grow strong and 7tra'go'
and free,
can not sly only know. with pain,
Tina, though so charming, she is cold TO me.
And this, alas u Is very hard for me,
Because am 80 fond ot Sarah Jane,
No su,tor could more true and loyal be;
There beats not in the whole extent OF Maine
hear, from guile and hck eness more free
And her unkndness gives me keenesi pain
Rut vet she scorns and ridcules my pain,
And utterly contemns my love and me.
There seems no softer side TO Sarah Jane;
Her native lax es can no more frosty De
When zero slins tfrom Greenland down to Maine,
Kinds every wave, and leaves no ripple free.
Soon May will come and set the waters Tree
And lit the winters parslyzng pain;
But will the sunshine warm her heart to meF
Will even dog days mel, my Sarah jane
II could hu, believe that this might be-
What rays OF hope would radiatc from Maine,
How with the bluebird would fly TO Msine.
With speed as tirccss and with wing as Tree
Forgetting all my former doubt and pain.
Ii only she at last wo I'D turn TO me,
My radiant and relentng Sarah Jane.
Her hearts thawed side But will It ever be
wor,a IL could be Would were now In Maine
| How would my pain depart and leave me free
| O Fate. give me to win my Sarah Jane.-Hdrpers
| Maoasine for August.
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22

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Mothers.
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Catarrh of the Bladder.
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ssWater Bags, Reaches"
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The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
Eczema or Salt Rheu,n.

Another Clear and Positive Recoyery-An
Elderly Lady's Letter.
Among the numerous letters received by DR.,
Kennedy testfying to notable SALT RHsuM cures
the following will be found of interest our read RS
who may accept our assurance OF its perfect anthem
ITCHY and uuthfnness
WORCESTER, Mass, March %, 1854.
DR.. d. Kennedy, R0adoutN N. Y
DEAR SIR Until recently l have been for three
years a sufferer from Salt Rheum IL followed upon
an attack of Gryspclas, for which for a long
time under medical treatment. placed myself again
In the hands Of the physicians who did, have no
doubt all that could be done. One thing L. sure
however, was none the better for all the medicine
they gave me. The painful and unsightly disease
made continual progress, until beg N to fear l
should never get rid of it
BY means OF one Of those accidents that often re-
suit In much blessing had my attention called to
yonr FAV0RIrE REMEDY. which was told would
surely do me good used it, and within much
shorter time than would have believed possible,
received permanent cure. / am perfectly
free from Salt Rheum. What comfort this H. and
how 1t places your wonderful medicine in my
opinion. you may guess at but never know. | keep
1t now constantly In the house as family medicine
Yours truly. MRS. DINAH PHAlR.
Mrs. Phair sometime since, when a visit to
Kansas. fund a case Of Salt Rheum, could not get
FAVORITE REMEDY, sent to New York CITY Tor
1t, and cured tie cas-.
For all diseases OF the Blood, Liver. Kidneys
Bladder and Digestive Organs, DR.. David Kennedy's
FAVORiTE REMEDY, Rondout, y. Y. 4t2b
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22

CoRNsTARCH PUDDING,-A light and very
delicate pudding is made by beating six
tablespoonful Of cornstarch with six eggs,
a half teaspoonful of salt, quart and 9
pint OF sweet milk, sugar and favoring to
suit your taste. Heat the milk and then
stir in the cornstarch, ETC., gradually. It
is quickly made, and II served with vanil-
la-havored cream Is delicious
LEMON-CREAM PIE "A lemon cream pie
may be baked with two crusts. To one
glass or cup Of milk allow one tablespoon
full Of cornstarch, the yolk Of three eggs,
one cup Of sugar, the juice and grrted rind
of lemon. or after grating the lemon peel,
cho., the rest Of the lemon quite foe; the
whites of the eggs should be beaten stiff
and added to the rest just before putting it
in the oven.
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22


In dealing with matters which affect the
public health, IL Is generally admitted that
one of the most important Is that which
regsrds the disposal of human excreta.
When a sufficient water service and skilful
plumbing can be secured, there Is no doubt
that the use of our modern improved wa
ter-closets Is as near to the uuohjectiona-
BILE as need be, but In the great majority
of b ,uses 10 this State, geographical posi-
tion or the want of means makes 1t neces.
sary to substitute something else. What
we actually find In general use Is that most
abomiDable privy system-obiec on
the score of health for tainting the air with
poisonous vapors, and polluting soil and
water, Objectionable, decidedly, on the
score of dscency and comfort.
In most country and village places the
best substitute for the common privy is I'M
doubtedy the dry earth closet. Some of
the advantages of this are that the earth
when properly used is q good antiseptc
and deodorizer, therefore preventing the
dangerous and unpleasant gases of putre-
faction; that 1t Is inexpensive; that it re-
Qures but little trouble to manage it; that
on account of its INCONSISTENCIES when
well managed, it may be placed In more
convenient proximity to dwelling houses.
There are some patented devices for us
ing the dry earth, but without patronizing
these, any carpenter or other person with
only ordinary mechanical ingenuity can
get up something which will give good re-
suits. All that is needed is common
closet. a supply of dry earth, water tight
receptacle beneath, and a convenient way
o. disposipg of its conthnts at quite fire.
quent Intervals.
The receptacle should be wholly above
the surface of the grounds and may con.
sist of q metallic lined box, half of a
kerosene barrel with handles upon 1t for
removal, or, which Is better, a large gal.
vanized iron pail. The receptacle may be
removed through door in the back of the
closet or 10 front Of the seat, or, by having
the seat hinged and made to button back
ward, II may be removed that way. The
earth should be common garden or field
loan, II considerably clayey all the better,
but 1t must be finely pulverized. Road
dust answers well, but sand is not suitable
Coal ashes are also good. Whichever Of
these Is used should be dry and sore ned
through seive with about quarter inch
meshes. The dry earth may be kept in a
box or bin so arranged, where it can DO,
that 1t may be filed from the outside Of
the closet, or 1t il quite convenient to have
one half the seat hinged and beneath 1t the
small compartment to hold the present sup
ply of the earth. In this box or bin hold
the earth there may be small tin scoop
which may be employed In sprinkling in
the earth, pint or more each time the
closet Is used. The main thing Is to use
enough Of the earth to completely absorb
all liquids, and this requirement, of course,
precluded the throwing OF slops into the
closets. One or two loads of the earth
will be needed annually for small family
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
Take all in all.

Take all the Kidneys and Liver
Medicines.
Take all the Blood purifiers,
Take all the Dyspepsia and Indigestion
cures,
Take all the Apae, Fever, and bilious
specifies.
Take all the Brain aud Nerve force
rerices.
Take all the Great health resturers.
In short, take all the best qualities of all
these and the-best,
QUALITIES of all the best medicines In
the world, and you will find that Hop
--Bitiers have The best curative qualities
and powers of all-concentrdted in them,
And that they will cure when any or
all OF these, singly or-combined. Eaili!!i
A thorough trial will give positive
proof of this.
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
Notice Of Petition for Discharge.
STATE OF MAINE.


SOMERSET, So. CntJRT OF INSOLVENCY.
In the case of George Ladd Of Arson. Insolvent
Debtor.
Notice is hereby given that petition has, on
this seventh day Of July A. D. 1885 been present:
ed to said Court for said County by George Laid OF
Arson in the County of Somerset praying that he
his debts provable under the Insovent Law Of the
State of Maine and upon said petition. It is order
same before said Court, at Probate Court Room
in SkowheQan in said County OF Somerset on Tues
day the fourth day Of August A. D. 1885, at one
published in the Somerset Reporter a newspaper
published IN said County Of Some reet, once week
be seven days before the day Of hearing and that
all creditors who have proved their debts. and other
persons interested. may appear at said place and
time and show cause, If any they have, why dis
charge should not he granted said De Jtor acc ord
ing to the prayer Of his petition.
Attest:
s. H. GOODWIN, Register of said Court fol
said County OF Somerset.
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
Debtors Petition for an Allowance
and Order Thereon.


COUNTY OF SOMERSET, is. CpihTi&' IN,oLvEScy
In the case Of George II. Burrll OF Canaan in sa
County Insolvent Debtor.
To the Honorable Turner Boswell, Judge OF the
Court of Insolvency in and for said County Re
spectruy represents George II. Burrill of Canaan in
said County. the Inst,lvent Debtor, that his family
consists Of his wife Lucy Burrill and five children
Caddie Burrill, Bella Burrill, Belle Burrill, Stella
Burri and their infant boy, Halle Burrill, all Of
whom are dependent on him for support that the
assets belonging to his estate will probably amount
to the UNI of two hundred and Atty dollars. Where
fore he prays that such sum may be allowed to him.
out OF hi SAID estate for the necessary support of
himself and his family, your Honor shall appear
just and proper
GEORGE Fl. BURRILL, Insovent Debtor.
COURT Up insolvency.
Notice on the petition ordered to be given by pub
LEGATION two times in the Somerset Reporter once Il
week for two successive weeks, aud hearing on same
to be had oil Fourth day of August A. D. 1885, at
P. III. at Court of Insolvency, at Probate Court
room, Skowhegan.
tSEALl TURNER BUSWELL. Judge
A true copy ofPettion and order Of Court thereon
Attest
2w2S S. II. GOODWIN, Register
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
Thousands Say So

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ri never hesitate to recommend your Elec-
trio Bitters to my customers, they give en-
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Electric Bitters are the purest and be It
medicine known aud will positively cure
Kidney and Liver complaints. Purify the
blood and regulate the bowels. No family
can afford to be without them. They will
saved hundreds Of dollars In doctors bills
every year. Sold at fifty cents by Horatio
w. Gushing.
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22

NOT ENOUGH OF THEM.-The consump-
ton Of eggs In this country is so large
that the home product does not begih to
answer the call upon poultry yards. An
examination Of the United States consular
reports, giving the declared exports Of va
rious articles from foreign places, dIscloses
the fact that 10 1884 the value Of eggs sent
to this country aggregated q, 49,, 390.97.
The Province OF Ontario, contributed
news 70 many people to learn that, besides
these American imports, We got from Don.
mark On egg supply worth o96S, IN. -. ard
from 0sr1asy many s'dozeps Of dozens"
enough - make bill Of ole0, 1850.
The Somerset reporter., 1885-07-22
M essenger's Notice

Somerset. ss. Court of Insolvency.
In the case Of Hiram B. Nichols Insolvent Debtor
This Is to give notice that on the Seventh day Of
July A. D., 1895 Warrant In Insolvency was issued
said County OF Somerset against the estate Of said
Hiram b. Nichols Of Highland Plantation adjudged
to be an nsovent Debtor, on petition Of said Debt
July A. d., 1885, to which date interest claims is
TO be computed; That the payment Of any debt.
to or by said debtor and the transfer and delivery Of
meeting of the Creditors Of said Debtor. to prove
their debts and choose or more assIgnees Of
to be holden at the probate Court Room. in said
Skowhegan, on the Fourth day Of August, A, D..
1885 at one O'Clock In the afternoon. Given under
my hand he date first above written.
b. M STEWARD.
Deputy Sheriff as Messenger OF said Court Of inso
vency gus