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The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
Northern New England Sunday
School Assembly.

In addition to the regular Sunday School
and chautauqua work at Fryeburg, Tuesday,
August Sd, will be devoted to exercises of a
still broader character Ex-President Cyrus
Hamlin, LII. D., will deliver lecture in the
morning upon Goods Plans for the Orient
In the afternoon national platform meeting
will be held at which Gov. ROBBIE is expected
to preside and speak, and addresses are ex-
pected from Senator Frye, Hon. james G..
Blaine and others. Each of the above has
written, expressing his expectation of being
present unless some contingency arsies to
prevent. The exercises of the day will close
with grand concert in the evening.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
DEATHS.

In this city, May 80, Ada E., daughter of Frank
W. and Laura t. Bradford, aged IL years IL
months II days.
Funeral this Monday afternoon at O'Clock,
from No. 70 Quebec street.
In this city, May %, Timothy c. Hearty, aged
81 years months.
In this city, May 80, Nettie NJ, only daughter of
Edwin M. and Sarah E. Kimbal aged 10 years
8 months.
Funeral service Tuesday afternoon at $50
o'clock, from No 81 Munjoy street. Burial at the
convenience of the family.
In Brunswick May 81, Mrs. Susan, wife of John
Murray, aged "a years months.
In Brunswick, May 20, Charles Earle, aged 80
years.
In Topsham, May 81, Mrs. Clarssa, widow of
the late Jesse d. Wilson. aged rs years.
In Norway, May 81, Adelne A. Millett, wife of
Luther f. Pike, aged 70 years months.
AT Little Rock, Arkansas, May "a, Willim II.
Sheridan, of Portland, aged so years.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
Accident on the Grand Trunk.

Friday, while train of freight cars was
being made up at Lewiston Junction, on the
Grand Trunk Railway, the corner of a car
standing on siding scraped along the side
track, oyerturning one car and tearing the
doors and part of the sheathing off of seven
more. No one was hurt, but the contents of
the cars were somewhat damaged.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
A Pleasant Surprise.

On Saturday evening quite number OF
the attendants at Preble Chapel gave their
worthy sexton, Mr.. Archibald, genuine
surprise, the occasion being his 10th birth
day He was the recipient of an easy chair,
also an envelope containing some of the
needful." The evening was passed in con-
gratulations, singing, &C., making it very
enjoyable occasion to all.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
MARRIAGES,

In this city, May 20, by Rev. w. T. Phelan,
Jesse H. Bickford and Mis-. Laverna E. Hubbard,
both of Auburn.
In Gorham, May "a, at the residence of the
BRIDE by Rev. I'll. S. huntington VIM. B. Irish
of Portland and Mrs. Sarah e. Holden of Cor
ham.
In Oakland, May %, William A Blake and Miss
Edna S. Muncy.
In Norway, May %. Freeman F. Frost and Ad-
die G. Walker.
In Paris, May IA, Everett D. Robbins and Angie
Bonney.
In Paris, May 10, J.F. Emerton of Auburn and
Fannie l.. Cummings of Paris.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
Republican District Convention. m

The arrangement for half fares for dele
gates to the District Convention is as fol-
lows: The Boston & Maine, Eastern and
Maine Central will sell round trip tickets at
their stations for one fare on the day Of the
convention.
The Portland & Ogdensburg and Portland
e. Rochester will give return passage on the
certificate of the Secretary of the Republican
District Committee.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
MISCELLANEOUS
YOUR LIVER

Secretes the bile and is of the most important
organs of the human system Jaundice Indiges-
ton, Dyspepsia, Foul Stomach, Variable Appetite,
sallow Complexion Constipation and all the Ills
that accompany it, are all indications of Liver
Complaint
81 had a severe case of Liver Complaint with
habitual constipation; my appetite would be good
one day and poor the next, my eyes showed evil
bic feeling; bought one bottle of Browns sarsa-
parilla. 1t regulated my liver and bowels so that
their action is as good as ever. My general health
is now good owe 1t all to the use Of Browns
Sarsaparilla.
Hon. b. B. THOMAS,
Treas. enobscot Co.,
Bangor, Me-
MIR. E. COBB, one of the most prominent mer-
chants of Bangor, has suffered from liver trouble
for two years. Mr. Cobb has consulted good ply
sicians, taken various remedies, but got little or
no assistance until he began the use of Browns
Sarsaparlla. He says it is the best thing for Lv-
er Complaint that ever came to his notice, and
freely recommends it to his friends.
81 was all out of fix this Spring." said Mr.. L. o.
OAKS, merchant at Garland Me. 81 read some of
the testimonials, bought some of Browns Sarsap-
arilla, took one bottle, and am to-day better than
have been for years. I recommend Browns
Sarsaparilla above all medicines have as know
it to be good.''
READER!-If you have any trouble with your
kidneys you can find certain relief for it by us
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
F. o. BAILEY & CO., AUCTIONEERS.
Administrators Auction Sale.

DURSUANT to license from the Probate Court
L of Cumberland County shall sell at public
auction, ON SATURDAY, June 9th next, at 10 a.
M, on the premises at Cape Elizabeth, the home
stead of the late Maria b. Dyer, deceased bound
ed as follows:
Beginning at the northwest corner of land of G.
X Halves on the BuZZel road, or Barren Hill
Road" so called, in said Cape Elizabeth; thence
running on said road southwesterly one hundred
at right angles with said road fifteen rods 10 said
HaWes' land thence ON the line of said Hawes
land northeasterly about one hundred and eighty
seven (1S7) feet to the corner; thence northwest
erly on line of said Hawes land fifteen rods to the
place of beginning.
The above is known as the old DIR. Buzzell place.
1t has a new house and stable, and is one Of the
most beautiful and desirable summer residences in
the whole region around Portland. 1t will be sold
subject to a mortgage of $3.50 and accrued inter
est. ENOCH KNIGHT, Administrator.
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GREAT AUCTION SALE
OF
Imported Roses, Currants,
ClematiS, &c.

ON WEDNESDAY, June I'd, at 10 a. m. and
~ 215 p. M, at salesrOom 1S Exchange street,
5000 Roses, Clematis, Anzalias, Hydrangas,
Rhododendrons, Syringis, Currants, GOosberries,
Holland Catalogues ready on Friday. This will
be the last sale of the season. my28d5t
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
NEW ADyERTIsEMENTs TO-DAY.

SUMNER BEVERAGES of exquisite fiavors can
be made by any one from the delicious fruit
syrup prepared by Theodore Metcalf & Co., SO
mixed with ice water or any aerated water, makes
! most healthful and refreshing drink.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31

Messrs. KIssMAN & Cove wish to say that
our son was very i'll with whooping cough. We
were very near giving him up. Our physician
said his chances were very poor. We were urged
ia ,rv vour BALsAM, and, our physician giving
his consent. we decided to do so. We won't say
II saved his life but know that it cured him of
whoonipu cough, and he is row strong, healthy
bow We use it in our family always.
JOHN A GARLAND,
BELLE GARLAND.
4e School St., Charleston, Mass.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
In Common Council.

Absent-Messrs. H. P. Dewey, Brown,
Gushing, Adams, O'Neil, Parker, William
son and Roberts.
Business from the upper board received
concurrent action. Messrs. Spring, Cox
and NcCann were added to the committee
on the Market Hall lot matter. Adjourned.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
PORTLAND RAILROAD co.
CONGRESS ST. STATION ROUTE.
COMMENCING TUESDAY, JUNE 1, $50,
CARS WILL RUN BETWEEN
FRANKLIN WHARF, POST OFFICE
CONGRESS ST. STATION,
AS FOLLOWS

$50 1880
Connects with Outward and Inward trains.
fRuns to City Hall.
Cars by this route pass all of the Hotels and
Wholesale and Dry Goods stores in the city and
will connect with all day trains on the Maine Cen
trail R. r.
Boston Steamer Connections.
Cars will leave Franklin Wharf at $50 a. M,
connecting with train for Augusta, Watervllle,
Bath, and Rockland, and at 7.45 a. M. for Lewis
ton train.
Cars leaving Congress st. Station on arrival Of
1928, 1888 and 5.37 P. m: trains from the East
will run to Franklin Wharf.
At Congress st. Station through tickets and
baggage checks may be obtained for all important
points East or West.
my3id1w E. A. NEWMAN, Gen'l Manager.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
CITY GOVERN M EMIT.
Special Meeting of the Council satur-
day Evening.
Preparations for Recognizing the
Portland and ogdensburg.
Reports from the subcommittee
on the Centennial.

There was a special meeting of the City
Council Saturday evening to take necessary
action in regard to the reorganization of the
Portland and Ogdensburg Railroad Com
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
MW&S&w

Advice TO Methers.-MRS. WINSLOW'S
SOOTHING SYRUP should always be used when
children are cutting teeth. 1t relieves the little
sufferer at once itproduces natural, quiet sleepby
relieving the child from pain, and the little cherub
awakes as Upright as button" 1t is very pleas
ant to taste. 1t soothes the child, softens the
gums allays all pain, relieves wind, regulates the
Sowels and is the best known remedy for diar-
rhoea, whether arising from teething or other
causes. twenty-five cents bottle.
ianIG SM&W&w1y
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
q. o. BAILEY 8 co., AUCTIONEERs
LAR gle SALE
CARRIAGES.

nN SATURDAY, June 5, at 101a a. m, at Mart,
" Plum ST., we shall sell large assortment
of fine light and family carriages, consisting Of
PhaetOns, Top Buggies on End and Brewster and
Timpkin Spring, Surrys, Extension Top Carryalls,
Open Beach Wagons, Open Piano and Corning
Buggies, Express Wagons, sc. AS we are obliged
to relinquish one Of our outside store houses,
we are obliged to reduce our stock and shall Sc
lect 80 to 40 carriages and sell without reserve.
This will be the opportunity of the season to pur
chase carriages cheap. my24d2w
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
BROWNS
SARASPARILLA

Ng-Your money refunded if it does not do al
claimed.
Browns Sarsaparilla is sold by all Druggistslfor
S1.oo; 6 bottles for $500. ARA WARREN,
Proprietor, Bangor, Me.
my27 eOd1y-1 StOr4thpcF
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
:. In Centennial COMMITTED.

Previous to the meeting, the two Boards
met as the General Committee on Centennial
Celebration, Mayor Chapman presiding. The
Mayor stated that the object of the meeting
was to listen to reports from the various sub
committees in relation to the work.
Mr.. Cox, for the finance committee, report
ed in regard to the distribution of funds
among the subcommittee, and the matter
was continued for further consideration. The
list of appropriations for the different COM
mittees, as at present made up exceeds the
city's appropriation of $1,000. 1t is thought
the excess may be made up by subscription
and other sources without calling for an adj
ditlonal appropriation on the part OF the
city. The list, which is liable to change, is
ac fo1lo,rr.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
SM&W&w1y

Many persons are afflicted with eruptions of the
skin, boils or ulcers. Brandreth's Pills, taken
freely will, in a short time, cure eruptons, PIN
pies or boils Ulcers of long standing require
treatment for some weeks, but be assured that
the worst fever sores or obstinate ulcers will
surely disappear if you persevere with these Pill,'
may30 eod&W
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31

More cases of sick headache, biliousness, con-
stipation etc., can be cured in less time with less
medicine, and for less money, by using Carter
Little Liver Pills. than by any other means.
lnay25 d&w1w
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31

HARPER's BAZAR.-This beautiful weekly pub
LEGATION is welcome visitor to the parlor circle.
The number for the ensuing week has been re-
ceiyed by N. G. Fessenden, 484 Congress street.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
CANCERS.

Try it and you will find 1t so immeasurably su
periOr to other preparations that you will never
accept any other blood remedy. 1t is purely Vege
table, and is beyond all question the most
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1886-05-31
FRANK B. CLARK, SIS CONGRESS- 5; ST.

Store, 534 Congress street, new Decorated
Tea Sets at 81. 90, worth $500 Seconds in Vel
low Naples at and 10 cents, worth 10 and 20
cents Large lot of White Granite Plates Soup,
Breakfast and Dinner, only so cents per dozen.
Bill
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1886-10-21
NOTICE.

1TR. CHING CHUNG PING HAS THIS DAY
vi been authorized to sign our firm name by
procuration. WING ON WO & co.
Honolulu, Oct l, 1886. 1T oct21tf
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1886-10-21

the of per per the payment of which
interest shall be charge upon the consolidated of
the Kingdom and shall be redeemabe not less than ten
than thirty years after the date of their issue either by
of a sinking fund to be established after the tenth
year the bonds otherwise may by the
Minister of Finance with the approval of the King in Cab
Council be deemed advisable the periods of such
redempton the principal and interest be paid in gold
coin of the United States of the present standard is
equivalent.
SECTION That Section of said Act be and the
hereby amended to read as follows:
Section g. Said bonds shall be signed by the Minister
of Finance and by the Registrar Public Accounts and be
sealed by seal of the Department the Minister
Finance and shall the
ninety eight per of their nominal par gold
of the United States of the present standard its
equivalent except that the Minister of Finance with the
approval of the King in Cabinet Council may allow any
person syndicate which may negotiate the sale of said
bonds commission edng five per cent of the first
issued portion of the Loan wit for ST. 0000 and
such percentage may be found necessary upon further
issues but exceed five per upon such further
issues.
SECTION g. That Section Four of said Act be and the
same is hereby amended read follows
Section 4. The borrowed under this Act shall be
placed the Treasury the credit of the Loan Fund and
shall be paid for the following purposes and other
L To recall and cancel all Bonds a present
outstanding issued under any Act of the Leg
sature prior o the date of this Loan; Special
Loan and the interest accrued Special
and outstanding bonds 12350OO 90
g. Encouragement of immigration 10000 90
3. ter-Island Gable and Electric Light
lulu .... ........ ...... ......... 100000 90
4. Honolulu Works. ................. $4,000 90
5. Improvement of the Harbor of Honolulu and
New Wharves ............... 100000 90
6. Improvement of the Streets of Honolulu and
Roadways of the Kingdom ............. 10000 GO
7. New Bridges and Landings ............. $4,000
8. Purchase of Steam Tug Eeu ......... 10000 90
9. Expense of Floating Loan .......... 100000 90
100000 90
SECTION This shall from and after its
approval
Approved this Is day of October a. D. 1886.
KALAKAUA REX.
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AN ACT

10 AMEND An ACT ENTITLED AN Act AUTHORIZE NATIONAL
LOAN AND THE USES TO WHICH THE MONEY DoN
80" .tI,1I pp APPLIED APPROVED SEPTEMBER 1sT, 1886.
Pc # Enacted bg the King and the Legislative assembly OF the
SECTION l. That Section said Act be and the same Is
hereby amended as to read as follows
Section 2 Said bonds shall be exempt from any taxes
+soever and shall interest payable semannuaiy at
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1886-10-21
FOR SALE.

l covered buggy, in perfect order, we'll
adapted for country use, and fitted with shafts,
pole and shoe.
l set second hand double harness,
set second hand single harness.
The well-known carriage hsrse Lothian"
Also one thoroughbred pedigreed mich COW
Jersey Durham-to calve in November. Apply
to GO. H. LUCE.
l7O OOPS
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NOTICE.

1TESSRS. j. NJ. DAT 4 co. HEREBY GIVE
vi notice that they have disposed of their
business to Mr.. ]. H. Soper, for whom they be-
speak a continuance of the patronage heretofore
bestowed on them. All accounts due J. NJ. Oat
Jr Co. on the 1st of October, 1856, will be col
lected by Mr.. J. NJ. Dat.
Honolulu, October l, 1885, 11snov5
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STEAMER LIKELIKE,


Leaves Honolulu every Monday at 5 P. N. for
%KSunakakai. Kahul, uiHuelo. Hama and
Kipahulu, every week: Keanae, MokuIau and Nuu
every other week. Returning, will stop at the
above ports, arriving back Saturday mornings.
For mails ana passengers only.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1886-10-21

Will leave regularly for Lahaina Paauhau, Ko
holaleIe, Ookala, Kukaiau, HoDOhina, LaupRhoe
hoe, Hakalau and ODomea
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TO LET.

4 FURNISHED HOUSE, COMPLETE FOR
IA housekeeping. Will be let cheap. Cen
trally located. Possession given by the end Of
the month. For further particulars apply at this
Office, or to J. E, Wiseman, Business Agent.
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WILDER'S STEAMSHIP co.,
Limited.
STEAMER KINAU,
(KIng, Commander.

(Klng. Commanoer},
| touching at LahajnG, Maaiaes Makena, MANU-
| kOna, KawaIhae LaupahoehOe. Hilo and KeauhOu
| Commencing on MONDAY, July 80, 1855, and
| on every alternate Monday at p. m, the Kinau
| will make the VOLCANO TRIP, reaching Keau.
| the VOLCANO HOUSE (hve miles in the saddle
| and nine miles by carriage).
Passengers by this route will have two days
and two nights at the VOLCANO HOUSE.
TICKETS FOR THE ROUND TRIP To THE
VOLCANO, FIFTY DOLLARS, WHICH PA Us
ALI. CHARGES.
The Kinau will arrive in Honolulu Sunday
mornings on Volcano trips On Hilo trips, will
leave Honolulu on Tuesdays, and return Saturday
morning.
PASSENGER TRAINS will connect with the
Kinau at Mahukona
The Kinau WILL TOUCH at Honokaia end
Paauhau on down trips from Hio for Passeng ers
L signal is made from the shore.
STEAMER LIKELIKE,
Uorenzen, CommanderJ,
Leaves Honolulu every Monday at P NJ. tor
kaunakakai' Kahul, uiHuelo. Hama and
Kipahulu, every week; Keanae MokuIau and Nuu
every other week. Returning, will stop at the
above ports, arriving back Saturday mornings.
8 For mails ana passengers only.
STEAMER hlLA UEA HOU.
Cameron, Commander),
viii leave regularly for Lahaina, Paauhau, Ko-
holalele, Ookala, Kukaiau, HoDOhina, LaupRhoe-
hoe, Hakalau and ODomea
STEAMER MOKOLu,
(NfcCiregor, Commander,
Leaves for the following ports every alternate
Monday at p.
Commencing August 2-To Lanai, KamaIo, Pu-
koo Lahaina. Olowalu. Returning to Labaina,
PukOo, RamalO, Lanai, arriving at Honolulu Sat
urday morning.
Commencing August 9-To Kaunakakai, Kama
10, Pukoo, Hslawa, Wailau, Pelekunu Kalaupapa.
Returning to Pukoo, Lahaina, Olowalu, Lahaina,
Pukoo, Kamalo, Kaunakakai, arriving at Homo
lulu Saturday morning.
EH- The Company will not be responsible for
any freight or packages unless roceipted for nor
for personal baggage unless plainly marked. Not
responsible for money or jewelry unless placed in
charge of the Purser.
All possible care will be taken of Live Stock, but
the Company will not assume any risk of accident.
SANI'L q. WILDER, President.
S. B. ROSE, Secretary.
OFFICE-Corner Fort and Queen streets
6s-Iy Mar 30
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COTTAGE ON LUNALILO AND PIKOn SITS,
"a furnished complete for housekeeping. Use
of horse and carriage; large garden. Apply to
CHAS. J. F1SHEL,
I27-oct7tf Cor Fort and Hotel SITS.
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WANTED.

A PLACE WANTED BY A JAPANESE AS
~ waiter or driver. Apply to Ntppu Company
Japanese Store, Fort street. 163-Oct25
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DIR. M. GOTO.

DHYsICIAN AND SURGEON. LEPROsY A
L speciality. Office hours at Kakaako, from
to IL a every day except Sunday. Will visit
patients at their residence by request. All other
diseases treated at his Office, corner of Punch
bowl and Beretania streets. Once hours from
to p. m; Sundays, from to II a. m. 112apr2
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-08-25

No. has Pullman Buffet Sleeper New York
to Atlanta, Ca, and Montgomery, Ala. with
out change, via Harrisburg, HagerstOwn. and
Roanoke; also Pullman Buffet Sleeper from
Washington TO New Orleans via b. & o. Rail-
road and Shenandoah Junction.
No has Pullman Sleeper Washi ngton to
Memphis and Little Rock without change via
B. & O. Railroad and Shenandoah Junction.
CONNECTIONS.
At Hagerstown, Md. with the Western Mary
land Railroad to and from Baltimore, Freder-
lex, Emmittsburg. Gettysburg, Penmar,
Waynesboro. Pa, and points on the Western
Maryland Railroad and branches.
With the Cumberland Valley Railroad to and
from Harrisburg, Carlisle, Shippensburg,
Chambersburg, Mercersburg Martinsburg, and
points on the Cumberland Valley Railroad and
branches.
Also to and from Pittsburg and the West and
Northwest. and Boston, New York, Philadel-
phia, and the North and East.
At Shenandoah Junction, w. Va, with Main
Line OF Baltimore & Ohio Railroad to and from
Washington and the West.
At WaynesborO Junction, Va, with Chesa.
peake & Ohio Railway to and from Green brier
White Sulphur Springs and Richmond.
No. 3 makes close connection at WaynesbOrO
Junction with C. & o. Ry. East and West
bound trains.
At Loeb Laird, with Lexington Branch OF
Richmond Il Allegheny Railroad.
At Buchanan with Main Line of Richmond
& Allegheny Railroad.
At Roanoke, with Norfolk & Western Rail-
road.
STAGE CONNECTIONS.
AT Boyce. for Wildwood and Winchester. Va.
At Troutviile for Fincastle.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-08-25

A man never feels how insignificant he is
until he sees two-dollar woman tanning
herself with fifty dollar fan.-F'aU RiUer
Advance.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1886-08-25
A TAP AT THE DOOR.

A hand tapped at my door. low down. low
down,
L opened it and saw two eyes of brown,
Two lips of cherry red,
A little curly head,
A bonny fairy sprite, in dress of white,
Who said. with lifted face, "Papa. goodnight"
She climbed upon my knee, and kneeling
there.
Lisped softly, solemnly, her little prayer;
Her meeting inger-tips.
Her pure, sweet baby-lips,
Carried my soul with hers. half unaware.
Into some clearer and diviner air.
l tried to lift again, but all in vain.
OF scientific thought the subtle chain,
So small, SO small,
Ny learning all;
Though l could call each star and tell its place,
NY child's "Our Father" bridged the gulf of
space.
L sat with folded hands at rest, at rest
Turning this solemn thought within my
breast;
How faith would fade
If God had made
No children in this world-no baby age
Only the prudent man or thoughtful sage.
Only the woman wise; no little arms
To clasp around our neck; no baby charms,
No loving care,
No sinless prayer
No thrill of lisping song, no pattering feet.
No infant heart against our heart to beat.
Then, If a tiny hand, low down, low down,
Tap at thy heart or door, ali! do not frown;
Bend low to meet
The little feet;
To clasp the clinging hand; the child will be
Nearer to Heaven than thee-nearer than thee
LILLE E. BARR.