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Jules verne,s Story 0utdone,

The submarine boat of Jules Verne's
story, directed by the mysterious Captain
Memo, sinking a ship and sailing back
wards and forwards through her rigging
like a needle through piece of sail
cloth, " has not ceased to impress our i'm
agination, and yet here is Mr.. Nordenfeldt
with thirty nine officers, representing every
European power, anxiously watching the
performance of vessel in which he fairly
puts the nOvelists Imagination to shame
From the accounts which are published it
seems that every objection has been met
and overcome with wonderful ingenuity;
if the engines which are sinking the boat
break down she returns at once to the surf
ace; she can not sink too far, for an auto
matte arrangement closes the throttle
valve at any given depth; she has been
driven sixteen miles at three knots an hour
without returning to the surface, and she
can run $50 miles without recoaling.
Most important of all, a pendulum, work
ing of course automatically, keeps two bow
rudders in such a respective position that
an even keel' is absolutely assured This
last is the main point. What every one
who steps inside will ask is. will she turn
over? Even the extraordinary moral and
physical influence of such boat in modern
warfare will hardly receive due attention
until this elementary matter is settled.
Other doubts, as to her conduct, for in
stance, in maeIstrom or if hustled bv a
whale, are OF no importance compared to
the possibility of standing on ones head in
the stoke-hole in ten fathoms of water.
[Chicago Tribune.
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FITTING Children's Shoes.

Children's boots and shoes should be
accurately fitted, else permanent injury
may be the result. Even if strict economy
has to be practiced in every other detail of
the wardrobe, do not be penny wise and
pound foolish with regard to this matter
Many grievous troubles have been traced to
the badly-fitting boot. Happily the high
heel, placed almost in the center OF the foot,
is fast disappearing, but there is still a
tendency to cramp the toes. When women
realize that broad sole gives the greatest
comfort to the foot there will be
no more of the lanced-shaped things
with narrow soles and spray uppers
that are so ugly. 1t is a pity that all
boots cannot be hand-sewed; for how many
tender little feet are made TO suffer from the
heavy thread, and the cruel wire nails that
SO often force their way through the inner
lining of machine-sewed boot An i'll
fitting boot, too large or too small, will rub
the feet and sometimes cause acute innam-
nation. young girl had long suffered
from pain in the head, which extended to
the eyes and caused so much distress that
the eyesight became impaired. Several ply
sicians prescribed various treatment, but
without success Finally consulting phv-
stefan asked to see her boots, which were
of the most approved pattern, pointed toes,
narrow soles and high heels almost in the
middle of the foot All" said the doctor,
here is the cause of your trouble Get
pair of broad-soled, flat-heeled boots and
never put on those monstrosities again
My word for it, in a short time you will
feel like a different person. All that the
doctor said was full verified. In fort
night the unfavorable symptoms had dis
appeared. and the young girl seemed to
have received new life. Three years have
passed since the sensible boots were first
worn, and during all that time there has
not been an ache or pain to disturb the per
feet health with which the girl is blessed
New York Commercial Advertiser.
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A Touch SToRY.-There is a class of
Freemasons who are as great sticklers for
their rituals as the Episcopalians are for
theirs. One of this sort, writes a CORE
spondent of the Louisville Courier. Journal,
was Master of an Indiana Lodge, and by
an overexercise of authority came to grief.
He had trained his Lodge to observe his
commands with absolute precision, and
among the rest never 10 take their seats in
the Lodge until the gavel fell One night
he had them on the rise, performing the
exercises peculiar to the craft, when sud-
denly he slipped, stumbled backward,
broke through the window-sash iell four
stories to the ground, broke his neck and
died instantly. Next day the neighbors
were Mortified at the discovery of his ca
daver. They had a grand funeral.
only it was noticed that not a Mason was
present. In fact, the Masons had disap-
peared. Their estates were settled, widows
married again, and in time all were forgot
ten. A quarter Of a century passed away,
when some boys, monkeying around the
upper stories of the Courthouse, found a
skeleton. The alarmed population broke
open the doors, and sight was presented
that might have been appalling but for its
whimsicalness. Thirty skeletons were
gazing intently at the broken
sash, and waiting for the Master to come
back and give that one knock which would
enable them to take their seats. This Incl
dent may by some be deemed incredible,
but l have myself seen one of the skeletons.
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OLD HOUSE ON THE NEW STREET.

1t used to be SO quiet,
1t looked SO pretty and green;
The larks hymned high in its clear blue sky
With thrushes' notes between.
And from its doors and windows
LIES morning songs were heard,
AS pure as bluest heaven.
As blithe as any bird.
Can those be the self same windows,
And that the very door?
And this full street our green lane, where feet
Once walked that viii walk no more?
And that Old grapevine. struggling
To put forth town-bred leaves,
Did once, orce gather in clusters
Beneath our happy caves?
o. poor old house of my girlhood
o strange. ghost-haunted way
Here street by street the tall mansions meet,
But the hedge rows, white with May,
The scents of the August evenings,
The nightingale soft June song.
Gone, gone All are dead and departed,
Like the days when we were young.
Yet by the old house linger,
And my heart grows faint and weak:
The carriages rear like sea without shore
And the railway engines shrek;
And / m tired, tired, tired of the noises,
With the lifelong silence below;
And l almost wish had followed
The way all the rest did go.
And would had tears, but they come not,
The smooth smiles come instead
Oh. the careless words that cut like swords?
oh, the stones we get for bread
So take up the old, old burden
Long carrying makes it sweet;
And silently go on my journey
To the house where all paths meet
I Dinah Maria Craik.
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ages, leading between churches, converts,
monasteries and the inquisition- When
Maximilian's cause-which was instigated
and upheld by the church party-began to
decline at the national capital, the En-
peror came here for sympathy and succor.
Doubtless in Michoacan and elsewhere the
Romanists would be glad to have the old
regime restored, and it is not unlikely, in
this land of frequent overturnings that the
anti-church party, whose star IS Just now
in the ascendant, may suddenly find itself
in eclipse.
Prominent among many sights demand
ing the travellers attention in Morelia, are
the Governors palace, State Library, Sala
del Congress and an elegantly appointed the
alter. The Government printing office is
located in the palace as is also the State
Library, which is composed of many rare
old volumes appropriated from the con-
vents and monasteries during the revolu-
ton. The Governors reception room, or
Sala de Ricebo, is superbly furnished with
draperies of real lace and richest damask,
tables, book leases, etc, all made in Morelia
of Michoacan rosewood and ebony, the
chairs and sofas handsomely upholstered,
by native workmen, in crimson satin.
Among the list of Morelia's attractions, a
fine plaza de torros, or bull-ring, must not
Ue Oulllleu, lUr IL Is Certainly as well fdtIOH-
lied as any other institution. There are
also couple of hospitals, an asylum or
two, very handsome seminary and sew
eral passable hotels. Among the latter,
probably the best is La Soledad, which,
like most of the others, is located in a large,
cool ex-convent. 1t is romantic, to say
the least of it, to sleep in some musty cell,
where nuns or monks have done equal
penance in other years, and it does not de-
tract from the effect to note the cross, or
lugubrious head crowned with thorns,
which appears above your door, quite in
keeping with the tiled or plastered floor
and the small grated windows. And right
here it may be well to mention that fleas
are among the most celebrated of Morelia's
natural productions. Miraculous stories are
related of those vivacious animals, which
in the inns and inferior houses are perfect
pestilence, sometimes covering the walls in
myriads, and literally walking off with a
piece of carpet on the floor We are told
that the nuns used to amuse themselves
greatly with these creatures, and even de-
rived considerable revenue from them by
Harvesting them in pairs to little paper
coaches, and showing them off for small
consideration in several ingenious tricks.
FANNIE b. WARD.
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Fist GUN OF THE WAR.-On the morn
ing of the 4th of April, at 4 o'clock, was
awakened by the boom of a cannon, and
after that the reports grew fast and furious.
My father and the family with me immedi-
ately started for Mount Pleasant, and
reached there just in time to see the flag
staff of Fort Sumter fall by well-directed
shot from Fort Moultrie. The shout from
Charleston could be heard three miles
across the waters as the flag fell. After
that red hot shots were thrown into the
doomed fort tSumter), and by l O'Clock the
white flag was raised, and the steamer from
Charleston started for Fort Sumter to re-
ceive the Yanks, who had iii such a short
time been compelled to vacate this strong
hold. On this steamer was young Lieuten-
ant Haskill, who, on reaching the fort, was
presented with piece of slate by North
erner, that was broken by the first shot OF
the war. This he made into heart and
gave it to young lady. This valuable me-
mento is now in Athens, in the possession
of the writer--fT. B. Toomer in Athens
(Ga.) Banner.
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THE +" HOME SEEKER.

The Immigration Association of North
ern California is now preparing to Issue
the March number of the "HOME
SEEKER" 1t is to be enlarged, and
fully illustrated with photographic views
of Northern California. It will contain
practical information of the resources
and advantages of the Northern COun-
ties. Allthe proceeds of this publication
will be devoted to the carrying on OF
immigration work. We appeal to the
business men Of the Northern part ofthe
State to give it their advertising sup.
port. BY so doing, the work of bring
ing an increase Of population to the
State will be carried on. At Ogden a
copy will be put in the hands Of each
incoming passenger. In addition to this,
several thousand copies viii be dis
tributed on the trains leaving Chicago,
In order to attract the settler intending
to settle in other States and Territories.
Give the "H0ME SEEKER" your sup
port. ap7-tf
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THE CLIMATE AND SCENERY OF CoREA
The climate appears healthy, though the
range of temperature must be exceptionally
great. The summer is very hot, and the
northerly winds which prevail during the
winter come directly from the vast frozen
regions of Siberia and Chinese Tartary
Nevertheless, the reptiles and insects ap-
pear to be those of semi-tropical countries.
They are seen only in summer, but at that
season Observatory Island swarms with
snakes mot supposed to be very poisonous),
centipedes, sometimes six inches long, and
spiders, some OF them with bodies as big as
walnuts. The place also abounds in teau-
tiful butterflies. A large spider, with a
body striped with yellow exactly as some
of the butterflies are striped, crouches on
the ground until one of these butterflies,
taking the spider for another of his own
species, alights close by. and is pounced
upon and devoured. Parts of the islands
are densely wooded, and from some peaks,
which rise to considerable hight, the
view on a clear day is striking To the
north and northeast lie the mountainous
mainland of Corea and the innumerable
islands of the Corean Archipelago: to the
southwest, forty miles distant. is the large
and lofty Corean island of Quelpaert; and to
the east may be just made out on the hori-
ION the distant japanese islands of Tsu-si-
ma and Goto.-l London Spectator.
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A TALIsMANIc GARTER.-I don't believe
there was girl in the whole tobogganing
party, says New York correspondent,
without yellow garter on her left leg.
That is the fashionable fetch against bad
luck. Now, don't hurry to say that they
expected to disclose them in the vicissi-
tudes of tobogganing, because they didn't
intend to do anything of the kind, and
will prove their innocence One night we
had little smash-up, and friend of mine
was jammed between the sled and the post.
When she got into seclusion, and she and !
made an examination of her hurt, we
found dreadful bruise where the clasp
of her yellow garter had been gouged
cruelty into the tender flesh. If
she hadn't been the soul of modesty
would she have hobbled off to the house,
as she did, declaring that she had been
wrenched in the arm only, when she knew
that young doctor on the spot was armed
with ointments and bandages for such
wounds? Again, when the moon came
out suddenly from behind cloud. full and
bright, and just then line of six toboggans
were ready to start down the slide, an old
chap cried out, Oh, look at the yellow
gleams." Every girl was alarmed by the
thought that it was her talismanic garter
that had flashed into view, and nineteen
feet were drawn in with violence and pre-
cision that betrayed the reason of our emo
ton
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A TELEeRApHER's RoMANcE.-"I will tell

A TELEGRAPHER's ROMANCE will tell
you an incident connected with telegraph
ing by sound said the telegraph operator
= After | came to New York lived in a
quiet street. which is now a noisy thor
oughfare. spent most of my time when
away from the Office in my room. One
evening, while sitting at my window.
happened to look across at the opposite
house, where | saw pretty girl at one of
the windows. She was leaning against the
easement, tapping on the glass with pen
Gil. After this | saw her at the same place
many times. We had got as far as nodding
acquaintance, but | had no opportunity of
speaking to her. One afternoon, having
come home somewhat early, was seated
at my window thinking of my pretty
friend opposite. l almos unconsciously
tapped salute to her on the window pane
with my pencil using the Geographic
signs. | was very much surprised when
reply came from her in the same way. She
understood the signs and could use them.
After that we had long talks across the
street, and as our interest deepened into
warmer feeling many tender message
was sent by the air line. You may not be-
iieve it, but we were engaged to be married
before we had ever exchanged word, or
before either had heard the other speak a
word. Afterward | was introduced prop
erly, and married the young lady the fol-
lowing Christmas, and that is what | call
getting wife on observation-disclosures.
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KING ALFoNso's FUNERAL.-For the pict-
uresque and the .old-fashioned we must 20
to Spain. The report of King Alfonso's
funeral transports the reader to the depths
of the middle ages. At the Eseurial, we
are told, " the procession slowly wound up
the hill to the monastery. When the fu-
neral car reached the principal door it was
closed. A voice inside asked, Who wishes
to enter?' Alfonso XII.,' was the reply.
The door was thrown Open No one de-
scended to the vault except the Prior. the
Minister of Grace and Justice, and the Lord
Chamberlain The coffin was placed on a
table in a magificent black marble vault,
in which the Kings of Spain lie in huge
marble tombs all around. The Lord Cham
berlain unlocked the coffin, which was coy
cred with cloth d gold. raised the glass COW
ering the Kings face. then, after requesting
perfect silence, knelt down and shouted
three times in the dead monarch's ear,
Senior? Senior Senorr He then rose, say
ing. according to the ritual, His Majesty
does not answer. Then it is true the King
is dead He locked the coffin, handed the
KEYS TO the Prior. and taking up his wand
of office, broke it in his hand, and flung the
pieces at the foot of the table. VI Christian
at Work
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Valley Press Printing House

Nd NEWS PUBLISHING CO., 500 ST,
n Sacramento. WARE & MONAGHAN,
The undersigned desire to announce to the
public that they have purchased all the
right, title and interest of II. A. WEAVER in
the Valley Press Printing House, and
are prepared to do all kinds Of work, in their
line, on the shortest notice, and at BEDROCK
PRICES; and hope by fair dealing and courteous
ness to secure a share of the business in Sacra-
mento and vicinity E 3. WARE
mr11-lm G. d. MONAGHAN
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PAT IN CoURr.-It is stated that lawyer
was some time age cross-examining wit
ness in local Court, when he asked
Now. then, Patrick, listen to me. Did
the defendant in this case strike the plaintiff
with malice?' No, sor, sure" replied
Pat gravely. He struck him wild the
poker, bedad." Again he inquired of the
same witness; Did the plaintiff stand on
the defensive during the affray?" Divil
diffinsive, yer honor; he stood on the
table. chambers Journal
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HoARsESEss.-All suffering from Irrita-
ton OF the Throat and Hoarseness will be
agreeably surprised at the immediate relief
afforded by the use Of Browns Bronchial
Troches.' Sold only in boxes.
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GENERAL NOTICES.

Ladies can secure smooth complexion
and sweet breath by purifying the blood with
Parker's Tonic.
parkers Hair Balsam is popular because it
satisfies. mrI7-1tS
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THE "GALT GAZETTE"
EVERYBODY WANTS 1T!

THE GAZETTE Is ONE OF TIE BEST
i Country Papers in California, and the best
advertising medium for Sacramento Merchants
and Business Men to patronize. 1t is published
in the heart of the richest grain-producing
sections in the State. and circulates largely in
Sacramento, San Joaquin, Amador, FL Dorado
and Calaveras Counties 10 secure the trade of
these five counties by advertising, no better or
cheaper medium than the "GAZETTE'' can be
found.
81 The GAZETTE" is published every
Saturday. MEACHAM q CAMPBELL. Props
felStf
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Cure for the Deaf.-Peck's Patent I'm
proved Cushioned Ear Drums perfectly restore
the hearing and perform the work of the natu-
raj drum. Invisible, comfortable and always
in position All conversation and even whis-
pers heard distinctly. Send for illustrated book
OF testimonials. free. +. HlSCOX, S5S Broad.
way, New York. ml3-13to
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Nh. T. S. MILLER, Surgeon-Generals
office. recommends Red Star Cough Cure.
% cents.
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HASgtNg Houses.

5. S. & f. l.. souti.worti, Dentists, Sac.
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If afflicted with Sore Eyes use DIR. Isaac
THOMPsON'o EYE WATER. Druggists sell it
al % cents. o1l-1yS
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The Bottom of the Sea

Yields no pearl that can excel in beauty teeth
whitened and cleansed with that Incompatible
dentrlfice, the fragrant S0ZOD0NT Nor is coral
roster than the gums in which such teeth are set
So say the ladies, who the best judges in such
matters. mlf-IyTuThS
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PIONEER LIVERY STABLE.

HACKS ON CALL AT ANY HOUR, ~
i II day or night. Coupes PhGetons. N ga,
Rockaways, Barouches, Buggies. with as-H-
the best roadsters TO be found in any Livery
Stable on the coast, for hire. Horses kept in
Livery at reasonable rates. Livery Stable on
Fourth street, between sndJ. m7-tf
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IMPORTING ORANGE TREES.
COMMISSION cRqoKEDsEss.

A California correspondent of the Chi
cago Journal writes the following concern
ing commission man of that city :" As
an instance of the way some of the orange
growers of the State have been victimized
by the dishonest commission men, l will
give case as heard it from grower.
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PROFITS OF ALFALFA.
FROST AND FRUIT.

The injury done to early fruits by the re-
cent frosts has not been Sc great as was ex-
pected. A portion of the almonds and early
peaches have been destroyed, but enough
remains to insure fair yield. The yield,
while not so large as we should have had
without the frost, will be of better quail
ity. The outlook for an abundant yield of
grapes, apples, pears and plums is very
fiattering. Lower Lake Bulletin.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1886-06-25
FOURTH OF JULY IN THE CITY.

The fate of poor fellow creature please pity.
O, rural sojourners. and heave him sigh
Ordained to abide in this tropical city
Through all the wild clamors OF Fourth Of July;
For me shall no greensward or siivery river.
Or .hadowy woodland enrapture the view.
But the br ok colored cracker instead shall deliver
Its endless and infamous rattat-tat-too'
How pleasant to know that until the day ceases
All round you are deeds being done to dismsy;
Little boys rashy blowing them selves into pieces,
Or fingers and eyes being tquandsred away;
How pleasant to dream Of the lake clear Is cry stal
The mild hammered COW. or the rich petaled rose.
Then hear the bang. bang Of patriot pistol
And smell its detes table stencil At your nose
O. wearisome lot, when for rest vainly hunting
You'll readily swear while your weary head
aches
That your national nag Ia a mere strip OF bunting
And Washin ,ton. too, wasn't any great shakeA"
When you're driven to think in q mode far from
bandly,
How certain fine fellows. whom death has made
Signed away with a flourish. quite graveiy and
The comfort of whole generations to come;
Not to state my opinion in . style too despotic,
I can I but assert that I'd like to know what
One particular portion Of love patriotic
Is found in the language Of powder and shot
Or why, when young urchins, like new sorts OF
Would burn up the town with their horrible tricks,
They imagine they honor those dead and gone heroes
who fought for our nag in seventy'sx
Nav. Joking asde-if by fate II ordered
That once more on earth this brav, veteran band,
In their lered hats and their boots yellow
bordered,
Their cutaway coats and their perukes should
stand,
They would tell us. ! fancy. Care less for your
pockets
And more for your country her rulers, her veal;
Keen her Fourth July less in crack and rockets
And more in true loyalty. service and zeal"
HUoH HOWARD.