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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1888-04-05

TIE Republicans of Campbell county
Kentucky, met in mass convention a
Newport and selected delegates to the
State and District Conventions. ResO
lutions were passed indorsing JohI
Sherman as their choice for Presidential
candidate.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1888-04-05

JOHN R. DECAMP, vice president OF
the defunct Metropolitan Bank, of Gin
cinnati, was surrendered to the United
States authorities by his bondsmen. II
is rumored that he was preparing tC
leave the country,
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1888-04-05

THE Canadian Government has de-
clined to interfere with the prohibitory
liquor law in the Northwest Territories
beyond giving permission for the licens-
ing of the brewing and sale of malt
beverages.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1888-04-05

AT the request of many citizens Gov
ernor Lowry has issued call for con
vention, May "a, of the people of Mis-
sissippi interested in the subject of i'm
migration to and the development of tht
resources of the State.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1888-04-05

THE rear sleeper of train on th'
Michigan Central Railroad was run into
by Wabash and Western freight traiI
at Burnside, Ill, Tuesday night of las
week, and wrecked, several passenger
being slightly injured.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1888-04-05

THE Colorado alumni of Michigan
University have started movement for
the appointment of Judge T. NJ. Cooley,
of Michigan, as chief justice of the
Uunited States Supreme Court.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

The skin contains more than . 100000
openings, which are the outlets Of an equal
number Of sweat gland, The human skele-
ton consists Of more than 2JJ distinct bones
An amount of blood equal to the whole GUAM
uty IN the body passes through the heart
once every minute. The full capacity of the
lungs /, about 800 cubic inches. About two
thirds of Il pint Of air i, inhaled and eXhaled
ut each breath in ordinary respiration The
stomach daily produces . pounds OF gastric
juice for digestion Of food; It's capacity is
about 3 p!uts. There are more than 800
separate muscles in the body, with an equal
number OF nerves and biOodvcSsels The
weight of the heart is from 5 to l. ounces.
1t beats 100000 times in II hours. Each per
spiratory duct is oue-fourth of an inch in
length, of the whole about miles. The av-
erGge man takes . pounds OF food and
drink each day, which amounts to one ton Of
solid and liquid nourishmeut annually. A
man breathcs IS times in a minute, and 5000
cubic feet, or about 80 hogsheads of air
every hour of his existence
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

Can dogs reasoni has often been asked. Do
not the following stories answer the ques-
ton.
When was in India had a small, rough
terrier When he was given bone he was
sent TO eat it on the gravel drive, under an
open porch, III front of the bungalow Sev-
eral times two crows had tried to snatch the
dainty nlorsei, but their plans were easily de-
feated 10y 'Topsys growls and swapping
teeth Away flew the crows to the branch
of tree near by. After a few moments of
evident discussion they proceeded t. carry
out the plan of attack. One crow flew down
to the ground and save peck at the end Of
the dogs tail. "Iopsy' at once turned to re-
sent this attack in the rear, while the other
crow flew down and bore the bone away in
triumph
The same dog had favorite resting place
in an easy chair. a dog which came as u
visitor to the house liked the same place, and
often took it. Topsy did not approve of
this, and his attempts to regain her seat
were met with growls and bites One day,
as usual, the intruder established himself in
the chair, which was close to the open door.
Topsy looked on for n moment, and then flow
sayagely ont Of DOORS barking at u supposed
enemy. Out ran the other dog to see what
was the matter, and back came Topsy to take
possession OF her favorte seat. The other
dog came slowly back and curcd himself up
III a far off corner | saw this myself. so |
know 1t was true,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
Hunting the Alligator.

Since it was discovered that alligator hide
makes excellent leather for foot wear, purses,
hand bag, and other articles, the alligator
has had hard time of It,
The common and most effective mode Of
hunting the alligator, SAYS Golden DAYS, is
the same a. Devastating Two generally
hunt together in a canoe, one sitting in the
stern padding. the other standing at the
bow with Il bulls eye fastened to his mead
They move on cautiously, the one in front
coaching the course 10y SLOW motions of his
hand
Hist a warning hand is upraiscd the mo-
aQn Of the paddle ceases, and the canoe
glides on almost imperceptiblv. the Slight
ripple at the bow being the only sound heard.
The one with the rifle, a 4+calibre Win
chester, slowly raises his weapon peering ex.
pectantly forward, now to one side, then an
other Suddenly u CLEAN is seen ahead like
a coal of fire shining through the darkness,
and the appraised rifle belches forth a stream
of fire
A confused thrashing and pcrhap, a deep
below follows; then all is still II killed.
the alligator sinks at once if wounded, he
makes off 10 deep wafer. In either case the
hunters go ahead t. seek for another victim.
The next day they begin theS' lookout for
their game When killed, the aligators SIM,
at once, but the gases i'll the body bring
them up in from six to ten hours. The skins
are carefully taken Off, and the teeth are Sc
cured if there is time, while the CarcasseS are
left for the buzzardS.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
ALL AROUND THE HOUSE.
''ulbs That Bloom PrDfusely in Winter-A
Curious Way of Growing the Narcissus.

Vulbs That Bloom prOfusely in Winter-A
Curious Way of Growing the Narcissus.
Lovers of flowers, the pretticst Of all adorn-
meuts for the home. will now be making
their floral arrangements for the winter, and
to them the following suggestions may prove
useful:
The sciila "A beautiful blue flower, is we'll
adapted for pot culture IN sand or earth 1t
may be had i'm flower from Christmas until
May Plant several bulbs in pot, water
and set away in the dark till they have made
plenty of roots, then bring to the light.
The Chinese narcissus, of recent introduce
ton, has become quite fashionable for house
culture. 1t beautiful and fragrant flower
and can he grown in water, earth, moss or
sand. a very interesting way to grow it is to
take "A dish from four to six inches deep and
put in small stones; then set the bulbs, which
are large upon the stones, and fill up with
water to touch the bottom. 1t is not neces-
sary to set away in the dark, as they will
commence to grow in few days, and flower
in six to eight weeks. They continue in
flower n long time, throwing up severa!
spikes of flowers in clusters, Plant at differ
ent times and have a succession of flowers all
winter
The cvcamen is an admirable window
plant giving a profuson of brilliantly col
ored flowers and attractive foliage, and there
is little trouble in caring for it. Plant in a
soil of loan, leaf mold and sand, equal parts.
Do not cover the plant, but press it into the
earth; give a little water and keep in the
shade till well grown. Then place in the
window and treat the same as other house
plants.
The oXalis includes a very pretty variety
of plants adapted for hanging pots, vases and
baskets; elegant foliage and bloom, embrace
ing great variety of colors. They make
admirable window plants, as they flower
freely Plant IN a good rich soil at any
time. The pots should bc kept near the glass
to prevent the foliage from growing too long.
Water frequently while growing.
it may lie mentioned in this connection
that among bulbs that should he planted in
the open border during October and Novem-
Der are hyacinths, tulips, crocus, narcssus,
ranunculus, jonquls crown imperial, etc.
and the spring flowers frcm these are one OF
the most attractive and handsome features
of garden Too many amateurs neglect
putting in the bulbs mt the proper time, and
when spring comes are full of regrets that
the lovely display they might have had is
lacking. Bulbs are just as necessary for the
adornmcnt of the outside of house as any
plant that can be mentioned, and it is hoped
this Will remind many readers to fill nice
bed with them close to one of their windows
Protect il well with good covering before
the hard froSts come on and take it Off early
in the season. When the leaves begin tC
sprout it is wonderful the interest which i:
felt till the blooms come out in a blaze OF
color and crown the hopes of the planter
with Il realization of what can he done by E
little effort.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
IOrCCl TOnIutnn..

Prepare the following force meat: Two
ounces of mushrooms minced small, a couple
of shallots likewise minced,a small quantity of
parsley, slice of lean ham chopped fine few
Savory herbs and a little cayenne and salt.
Put all the ingredients into saucepan with
n lump Of butter and stew all together until
quite tender, taking caro- that they do not
burn. Allow tho mixture to cool, and then
add some breadcrumbS and the well beaten
yolLs of two egsS. Choose large tomatoes,
as nearly of the same size as possible; cut a
slice from the stalk of each and take out
carefully the seeds and juice; fill them with
the force meat which has already been pre-
pared, stlew them over with some bread
crumbs and some melted butter, then bake
them IN a quick oven until they assume a
rich color.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
THE CURIOSITY SHOP.


Passages of Sculpture.
According to Professor De Lauvay, there are
sixtv-oue catacombS, which were originally
guariies from which the Romans obtained
the cement and stone for building their city.
In these subtcrranean passages the early
Christians tool; shelter in times Of persccu-
ton. There they celebrated the Lords Sup
per and held their "agapH' or love feasts.
These catacombs extend twenty-five miles
from the walls of Rome into the team
pagna' or fields around There exist
underground no less than 1900 chap
els, also 600 shafts or descents, some
with steps, others like holes for ventila-
ton; through the holes the bodies of their
martyred brethren and sisters in faith, and in
times of persecution food and raimeit, were
let down to the Christians below. There are
in the catacombs twenty-five miles of streets,
or subterrnnean passages. The early Chris
tans deposited their dead in the chapels,
which had tomhs like shelves superposed in
LAYERS. On these lodges the bodies Of the
Christians were placed after having been EN-
balmcd. There is in each central tomb
called the Triumphal Ark. In this common
tomb forty or even a hundred bodies Of
martyrs were brought down with songs Of
triumph and thanksgiving to God. as they
went step 10y step singing the 10th Psalm.
The immensely of the catacombs can be
imagined 10y comparing them to five extern
sve spiders webs, placed one upon another
in entire completely; no one knows where they
end. If those passages, Of about two feet
wide, could be joined to form one single
street, they would extend 900 miles in length
Imagine these 900 miles all bordcred by
tonbs and You have an idea of the immcn-
sity of the catacombs Tombs upon tombs,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
LYMAN & Allen'S

With pardonable pride we
call the attention of our people
to the choice lines of beautiful
Dress Goods, now on eXh.b i
ton al our store, with a superb
line of Trimmings in all the
latest designs we have three
qualities in Imported Broad
cloths, saying nothing Of the
several grades of domestic La
dies cloth, commonly sold as
broadClothS. We have a COM
plete and beautiful assortment
of novelties of every descrip-
ton. We have some elegant
pattern dresses in itch effects
at moderate prices We offer
several lines of goods under
value ; these goods are very
cheap, not too cheap, but just
cheap enough to be thoroughly
serviceable, see them before
buying dresses for common
J wear.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
TRArrERs LOST IN A SNOW STORM.

Often on the wild prairies Of the west, be-
wildered by binding snow storms. or sinking
IN deep, morasses, the keen eyed trappers
have been glad to remove the halter from
their horses, in order that the sagacious ami.
mails might guide them homeland this they
are sure to do, il entirely left to themselves.
In the cut are shown three hunters who. hav-
ing lost all reckoning, have been plodding
through the storm in quito an opposite direc.
ton from their homes, Fortunately, one Of
the number thinks to loosen his faithful
horse, who, left to his own instinct, immedi-
ately turns LOmeward.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

a charming and quaint conceit in a center
for Table cloth is field Of cream white satin
surrounded by a "baskct work. or plated
border of cream white picot edged ribbon,
caught at each crossing with fine thread and
fastened with tiny silkcn ball. The per-
pcndlcular bands OF ribbon extend below tho
cross bands and are turned in points and
fastened with larger balls.
Elegant cloths are Of fine linen, bordered
with drawn work. Some of the drawn Dor
dcrs are marycls Of fine needle work. They
arc filled IN with various fancy stitches and
lace patterns and have Zine point lace braid
wrought into them in various shapes. The
fringes nre made Of the warp of the cloth
and are inotted and braided in various in
tricate fashions.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
Swiss Roll.

Mix one tcacupful of -four, tho same Of
finely pounded sugar, and one teaspoonful Of
baAinS powder with two eggs (Which must
not 10 hcatou. Spread tbs miXture on
buttered h.EIug sheet and bake for seven
minutes in a bot oven; tAcu take it from tho
tin, spread it quickly VITA jam, and roll it
sugar over it,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
rcmndv for Sick UcnGnchc.

A physician recommends tincturc Of nux
vomicl as possesses Of real curative power
for sick headache accompanied with acute
gastric catarh, whether due 70 error IN diet,
constipation or IA apparent cause, when
given "A drop doses, repeated every tn min
utes for eight or ten doses, and then con-
tinued at longer intervals.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

The president appoints the date for observ-
ing Thanksgiving day in the United States.
Usually the last Thursday in November is
set apart. The governors Of the different
states generally conform to the presidents
selection of the day, though each can do as
he pleascs about 1t and select n different date
il il is agreeable to Inn 10 do SO.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
Fine Melton 0YerCOatS, 4 49, worth 8. 90

Heavy Weight Winter sters $500, cost at
wholesale 1000.
Also full line of Tailor-made Overcoats
made of imported Beaver ChInchla, Kerseys
ETC., at 40 per cent less then cot. A pair of
good working Pants, LA, worth $50 you are
allow ed TO keep these Pants ten days ; if you
are not satisfied or do not think them worth
$3.50, you an return them to us and we will
refund you the money, Remember every
thing is guaranteed as represented or money
refunded. W came he re to STAY permanent
", and until we close out the whole stock OF
the company that has failed, we will sell ev.
ery thing at 10 per cent les, than the original
price,
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

According to official reports, the German
standing army consists Of 1861 privates
and non-conInissioned officers AMI 23,ojS
commissioned officers The o.,icla tigures Of
the French army give 5000 rriyatcs and
non-comm!, ioned officers and -, go commits
stoned officers
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

She has marshaled each ware
With an orderly care,
And she daintily dips it under;
Not drop, not a dint,
Not a specklc of lint,
For her cleaning it is n wonder
See the tinkling glass,
In sparkling mass,
And the shining silver round il;
For. you know, there's way,
To turn work into play.
And the thrifty lass has found it,
So the plates and the knives
Lead hilarious lives,
And the cups and saucers roliic;
Even kettles and pans.
Ia her generous plans.
Take the scrapins for a froic
st Nicholas
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

The work bag represented in the cut is
quite novelty, combining as 1t does, the
form of a box and bag. As Will be seen, the
lower half of this affair is made on stiff
foundation for which stout pastehoard box
is suitable
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
GARMENTS.

1t seems to us cur Ladies
Misses, and Children'S Gar
mcntS ere never 50 near per-
feet as this season we take
great pains with these gooc s
and do not intend TO offer any
thing not thorol ghlv reliable IN
material, shape and workman
ship.
We carry by far the largest
line of fine Garments this sea-
son ever shown by us, mostly
our own style, made to our
own order, give them a look be
fore buying. We open this
morning a large invoice of new
styles in Misses Garments, in
plush goods as usLal we take
the lead, showing some entile-
ly new styles.
Our stock of Merchandise
in every department is COM
plcte, You will find no better
place to trade than at the Ielia-
bic store of
Lyman g. Allen.
oJ11S,ytf
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

1t is a well known fact that horses. dogs.
cats and many other quadrupedS can find
their way through trackless widS or lonely
mountain regions to the loved home much
more readily than man can do
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26
Everything is sold at 40 per
cent less than cost

Thousands of people are visiting daily this
great sale and IT is aCknOw eds ed by all of
them to ne the most wonderful sale that has
ever taken place in the city # burlington.
This list viii show ~ few o. the bargains
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-10-26

as this is your only opportunity TO secur
Clothing at Az per cent less than cost
24q.dSwtf
The Daily times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1886-1889, 1888-05-18
Police Notes.

Quite number of parties arraigned
before Police Justice Richardson yester.
day were discharged, what they did not
being crimes OF a character sufficient 10
send them on
James Bradley, negro, was not con-
tent with behaving himself, but did
nefarious work, anu actually tried TO
steal money put in the city box of the
Ladies' City Mission, which box is placed
at the office Of the railroad of the COM
pany on Broad and Seventeenth street.
The amount stolen was small still the
principle was the same, and Bradley was
placed under bonds 10 keep the peace.
William Whitlow was charged with
striking Harvey Ruflin with a rock. He
gave security for his good behavior for
the next l2 months.
David Harris, small negro boy, was
charged with entering and stealing from
the residence Of DR.. George Ben Johnson
a case OF surgical instruments, and also
charged with entering the house of Rich
ard Lee and stealing pOcketbOok con
tanning Sl70 The youth was whipped
in court by his mother.
Rosetta Watkins was charged with
stealing $2l 0S from W. W. Vaughan
She was discharged.
The Daily times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1886-1889, 1888-05-18
THE WORKMAN MILLIONAIRE
To Have Royal Time Eisotioneering fol
Blaine.

To Have tt Royal Time Eisotfoneerfng for
Blaine.
WAsHGSGToN, May 17.-Andrew Car
negie detailed a correspondent of the
New York Herald his plans for his coach
ing tour through Scotland with Mr..
James g. Blaine and family and others as
his guests. On Tuesday next, with his
wife and his partner, Henry Phipps, Jr,
wife and son, he will sail from New York
on the steamer Ems. They will land at
southampton on June 9th, aud at London
will meet Mr. and Mr.. James G. Blaine.
Mss Blaine. Rev. Charles A. Eaton OF
New York, and others. The party will
aumber ten or twelve. They will start
on June 7 in four finland and proceed
leisurely to Scotland, keeping along the
east side OF England. The trip, as
planned, is much the same as that taken
by Mr. Carnegie, and the well-known
novelist, William Black, some years ago.
rhey will follow the old, historic high
way Of England aud Scotland, stopping
at the old-iashioned taverns on the way
10 enjoy the plain but substantial bills of
fare. while the driver puts on n fresh IL
lay of horses. The route Is nearly sevcn
hundred miles in length, and their tally
ho will be rolling for five weeks or more
before it comes to a standstill at Cluney
Castle, Mr. Carnegie's summer residence
Here they will rest from the long ride
through picturesque stretches of country
and through the cities OF historical i'm
pOrtance Mr.. AMI Mrs Carnegie will
spend the remainder OF the summer at
Ciunry Castle. What Mr. Blsinc's plans
last hear, from Mr. Blaine was uncer-
tain whether he could carry out his an
nounced intention Of returning 10 the
United States ia June, or remain with
the Carnegie party and spend the sum
mer in the Scottish Highlands, visiting
the north coast aud roughing it among
the Gaelic denizens OF that locality
The Daily times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1886-1889, 1888-05-18
OPINION DAY.
Decisions of the Supreme Court of APP
peaIs.

psals.
Porter against Young From the
Chancery Court of the city of Richmond.
Affirmed, judge Lewis delivering the
opinion.
Rixey's administrator against Detrick
and others. From the Circuit Court OF
the county of 'ulpeper. Reversed In
part and affirmed in part, Judge Lewis
delivering the opinion.
Cook against Bondurant, trustee.
From the Circuit Court of the county OF
Pittsylvania. Dismissed for want Of
jurisdiction. Judge Lewis delivering
opinion.
Mccullough against Dashiell. From
the Corporation Court of the city Of Nor
folk. Reversed, Judge Lacy delivering
opinion.
Nicholas against Branhem. From the
Corporation Court Of Norfolk. Reversed,
Judge Lacy delivering opinion.
Carr's administrator against Morriss.
From the Circuit Court OF the county Of
Albemarle. Reversed, Judge Lacy de-
liyering opinion.
Marrow and wife against Brinkley
From the Circuit Court of Elizabeth City
county. Affirmed, Judge Fauntleroy de.
llvering opinion; Judge Lacy dissenting
Castleman against Berry and others
Appeal allowed to decree pronounced by
the Circuit Court of the county OF Alex
andris, on the Goth June, 1897.
Gresham against Ewell, Judge, and
others. Writ of error and supersetieas
awarded to judgment rendered by the
Circuit Court OF Lancaster county In
vacation on 9TH May, 1888.
The Daily times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1886-1889, 1888-05-18
SILK RibbOnsi

Those of our lady readers who would
like to have an elegant, large package of
extra fine, Assorted Ribbons (by msil), In
different widths and all the latest fash
ionable shades; adapted for Bonnet
Strings Neckwear, Scarfs, Trimming for
Hats and Dresses, Bows, Fancy Work,
etc, can get an astonishing big bargain,
owing to the recent failure of large
wholesale Ribbon Manufacturing Co., by
sending only rs cents (stamps), TO the
address We give below.
AS special offer, this house will give
double the amount Of any other firm In
America ii you will send the name and
p. o. address OF ten neriy married ladies
when ordering and mention the name Of
this paper. No pieces less than one yard
in length. Satisfaction is guaranteed, or
money cheerfully refunded Three pack
ages for so cents. Address
LONDON RIBBON AGENCY, JERSEY CITY,
N