davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Verify, wo feel that praise like that
from such source, ia something to
feel proud Of We are proud, and
even more of the following, also from
very intelligent and worthy lady
now of Missouri, but who once resid'
cd at this place, and lator, until re-
Gently, in one OF tho newer counties
OF Texas.
am sorry I cannot renew my sub
scripLlon to the FREE PRESS. / have
Ind il so long it seems very much
like necessity--yet l am not prepar-
cd at present to send for it.
II it contained no local news OF in
terest to me, l would prize it just as
highly, because it is positively for
temperance.
certainly think those people have
much to thank you for, Mr. Julian,
whether they acknowledge it or not.
On my return north this summer |
met gentleman who formerly lived
in San Marcos, ond who expressed his
regret Mt the defeat Of prohibition.
He added ~ have always opposed
it until recently; you see 1 read MIR.
Julian's paper" So you are credited
with having made one convert for
prohibition ut any rate.
There surely is reward in store
for such integrity and perseverance.
And while l will very much miss your
articles, nm sure you will continue
to work for the cause of temperance
with Just the same zoal as heretofore.
Very sincerely your friend,
Words like the above from the
good and true, cause us to thank God
and take courage, in pressing on in
the path of duty, in spite of faithloss
friends and open foes, and Of oil 9th
er obstacles.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Col. Linn, of the Victoria Advocate
has observed good many things
during his protracted journey thro'
this bowling wilderness. He says :
Whenever new paper is started,
about the first thing it does is to an
nounce in large bold typo, that ''it is
the best advertising medium in the
State" The next is that it has the
"largest number of bona ide subscrib.
ers Of any paper published in the
county," and about it's third and final
act is to close it's press, lock the door,
and 60 out as suddenly as it came in.
Yet, strange to say, great many
people don't seem to know the diff
ference between an old established
paper and one of these mushroom
concerns. With them "a papers q
paper" not rejecting that in any
now paper, an advertisement amounts
to no more than m ordinary handbill.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Roed, Of Maine, the Republican lead
ership of the House, moved to take
up his bill TO repeal the tobacco tax,
but the Democratic majority refused
to discuss any specific tax reduction
bill, proposing to consider that class
of bills only in connection with the
general tariff reduction bill. This
resolution was passed by strict par
ty vote, 5 to 4.
Report has it that Assistant Sec
rotary Muldrow IS TO be made Com
missioner OF tho General Land Of
fee. This would be promotion in
ono senee, but not in another; the
salary is $500 less than that now re-
coivod by the Secretary, but he would
have an advantage in dispensing pat
ronago which he has not the power
to do in his present position.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

on the 2lst. His death has cast a
deep gloom over the entire commun-
ity, and is the theme of comment
The funeral took place at 3 o'clock
yesterday afternoon and was very
largely attended by his many friends
and acquaintance. The funeral was
deferred awaiting the arrival OF his
daughter, Miss Laura Ballingor, who
was visiting friends in another state
The bench and bar Of Texas met at
noon yesterday to take appropriate
action in respect of the death OF one
Of its most highly honored members
DIP.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02
Words OF Cheer.

We wonder if the readers Of news
papers properly realize their privilege
if not duty in the way of writing
freely to the editor, after the style
of the passages from recent CORE.
spondence which we quote below 7
We don't mean that like them these
favors should always be compliment
airy, but expressive of their honest
sentiments, whatever they may be.
If complimentary they tend to en-
courage, while if critical, he may
profit by them. Well docs the wise
man say, Faithful are the words of
q friend, but the kisses of on enemy
are deceitful." We should, therefore,
be pleased more frequently to hear
from any of oar patrons or readers,
whether in the way of commentator
or criticism. Their honest expression
of sentiment of whatever character
will crafty us.
With these predatory remarks we
proceed to quote from some of our
recent letters. We have no idea that
the writer's expected publicity to any
part of their favors, but we trust they
will excuse the freedom we take.
Our first will be recognized as from
q prominent and excellent gentleman
of this county. 1t bears date of
Dripping Springs, Jan. II. We quote {:
You advocate a joint stock COM
pany for publishing a paper at San
Marcos. Some of rs think we al
ready have QHid pro quo, and if
Julian and McNaughton can stand it
we can too. If your pecuniary re-
ward has been small, we hope the in
terest has been accommodating at a
high rate, and that it is laid up where
thieves do not break through aud
steal;" for lot its enemies say what
they may, the FREE Press has been q
potent factor in the educational and
moral advancement of Hays county.
Very truly your friend.
L c. Z. McLEypoN.
Our next is from an exceptionally
intelligent and worthy young lady to
''the manor born" Of San Marcos, but
at present residing ''out west" She
writes:
The FREE PRBss still reaches this
remote cOrne. Of The globe and is as
welcome, almost. Is a letter from
home. noticed a proposition from
you 10 dispose Of your interest in the
printing. &c OF San Marcos, and /
believe Of your paper.
In such an event allow me 20 say
how much ! should miss your editor
ial talent from our dear home paper.
Your name u 50 closely associated
with u that il does not seem right 20
separate them
Still, If you wish a vel ssrnel rest
from literary labor. ! sympathize
with your desire. and cluuot but hope
Sour mantle may fall up0u a WORTHY
S91oessOr Very ITALY
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

An excellent law is proposed in
Gov. Hills last message--that is to
mako the railroads responsible for the
damage done by sparks which the To-
comotiyes scatter all along their route
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Question for Mr.. Arbuckle: What
shall it profit O man to corner the
coffee market and afterward have to
divide the profits with breach Of
promise plaintiff
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Our Galveston correspondent
writes as the mercury there at the
lowest this winter lacked SO of be-
ing as low as it was in January 1885
when Galveston bay was frozen over
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Pleasant Bidre T5Ess FEB. e. lSS7.
Air Editor IL uas clli - 80 II your
at i--1e q the FrIE PzEzs = notice % tn
Ross Tiauic-. patented a-i u-aIufl- tur1i lsy
Nr 2 e. NCrris q yC1r to-n. ! have
u-Ci o. IT tEo vesrs u5fL rlrfeci sltisf BE-
tiH-l. { have tired several ard th1--hf f~r
q tis-s tha Nez B-l-rf-is rlz1-er ulz TIE
irst u -1a. t-- u11-i5zr tle Pos Tllrfr-
s-rlr-l-r O. 1-r tillf I have ev-r zsal o.
sesl m -zs J. o. s1Tls. easily a'--z-a7
al ul-- tls rruali o. lrv v11 ez- Use o..
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02
san Niarcos. Jan. l.lsss.

Stase ~ Texas.
County o. Hlysi This is 70 certify thzt
gre have r-li several diF -reut make q
Planters tts past two years We have used
the Boss Plaster. patented and rrauufl-.rr-
g D. 7. r NCrrl- AID ne cheerfEIly saT
.ls- q b. tiH h1si riauter ur have ever uzei
J II BOST. u : BCST.
JP. EELL.yI SAN =. EOEE.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02
Is AN MI AR CO. IS, a 3
OF BaCksmhin
Woodwork Trimming.


Ihavc used on my farm The Bcss Corn
and Cotton rllutsT. manufactured by John
r Mosris. q Slu Myrcus. Tcsas. and IL has
given entire satisfaction. All I regard Il
al0zG ths bos; planters made.
W. a. III rCHlSON.
San Marcos. TcNas. FEB. !, ISIS.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Mrs. Luoretia Garfield, mother of
the late James A. Garfield, died at
Mentor, Ohio, on the 21st utl. aged Sc
years
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

use the spoke wheel. and yoa can plant al
day without Stepping % clean the wheel
I would Ect exchange Tor any n use.
J. W. VEST.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02
Thanks to Senator Coke for favors.

During the late cold spell the mer.
curry fell to 1o above zero at Kerr
vile.
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Ssr NEr,0z Texas. Jan. =. ls-~.
Ttis g t- es-tlfy ;hz- re have u-s- s---
--l- i---rf-- make 90 planters c--t-a ard
r---- ass i-- Nl-rs Boz. Fl-ltsr . lie
81
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

Nevada has mountains of pure salt
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02
JOHN 5. BROWN FELIX KYLE
ROBT. KYLE.

San Marcos, Ja1. 9s, 1SsS.
To whom It nav concern:
an 81 years Old. and have been f1rrrin-
az hrs life have used all the com AM
cotton T-s-ters that ever saw. hai n
best stand Of corn and cotton last year tia;
] ever had bit planted with the Morn
BJss P.a-tsr, which is the best made.
SAMUEL JENKINS.
n57r ~: I have u=sd one of vav-
--nfsrs ere var. I ca sly u dr-z rsas
El-E h5-y truly J. z FILL.
L-5l PKG ~El-C-. zen -. ISIS
Fer >ll-.
Nsz- 81 Nl-ao-- ~ aersz q s--7. rH--.
lH -H -rzs~ Ezl i,l-sraa % ..--t.=e-5r-.- r.
are 81 -lls O.5cs
San Marcos free press. [volume] (San Marcos, Tex.) 1877-1892, 1888-02-02

The street car drivers Of Guayaquil
Ecundor, are women.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20


representatives in Spain. No for
Cign minister to the United States is
housed SO gorgcously as the Chi
ncse. with the exception of Minister West,
of England, and, in fact there are few
finer houses in Washington than the
Stewart castle, which Chang Yen Hoon
occupies. The Stewart castle has a
history Of its own hidden behind its
brown stone walls, and its interior is
fitted up in the most gorgeous manner
There are stained glass windows galore 20
shed mellow light over the richly uphol-
stored furniture, the few articles of art
from far Cathay, the well selected paint
inGS Of the western world and the silver
and crystal of the table services. Great
smooth mirrors reflect in duplicate, triple
cate and quadruplicate whoever enters the
reception and drawing rooms. One would
hardly hazard the supposition on entering
the house that it was occupied by Chinese
unless the jewellers therein were present,
for there are very few articles of Chinese
make to be seen, in fact, not so many as
In most houses occupied by people Of
means and aesthetic tastes. But the min
lister and all the attaches of the legation
dress in Celestial fashion.
Before Chang Yen Hoon was made
minister to america he held many i'm
portant Offices in China. Among other
high posts were the governorship of the
province of Che-Foo and that of Woo Hoo,
inspector of the salt revenue, grand Judge
of the Gu Whang province and attache
of the foreign office at Pekin. lie is 80
years old and his home is mt Canton, a
city larger than New York, for it has
1900, 600 inhabitants. His forefathers
were merchants and they bequeathed him
great wealth. His Canton palace is a
most magnificent building, and his library
there contains from 10000 to 10000 vol
umes. OF course he is a man of literary
ability and training for in China the
road to political preferment lies only
through the most severe literary training.
Of course such legation as this has
many attaches of high rank, but we have
only space for mention of two Of
these officials. One is the interpreter,
LANG Shuug, and there is Vow Jiar Shee,
or Dr.. Vow, as he is known in Washing
ton. The interpreter always accompanies
the minister ON visits Of diplomacy But
that functionary himself is now studying
English and is making good progress.
DR.. Vow is very popular among those who
know him.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20

d. a. Bradford, wholesale paper dealer of
Chattanooga, Tenn, writes, that he was SER
ously afflicted with a severe cold that settled
on his lungs: had tried many remedies with
out benefit. Being induced to try DR.. Kings
New Discovery for Consumption, did so and
was entirely cured by use of a few bottles.
since whlch time he Las used it in his family
Tor all Conghs ana Colds with best results
rms Is the experience of thousands whose
lives have been saved by this wonderful Dis
covery. Trial bottles free at Bcauprc & Low
rvs Drug Store.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20

From the st. AIbans Messenger.1
The annual meeting OF the Grand Isle
Steamboat company was held at ST. Al.
oahy Thursday and the following directors
We're elected Herbert Brainerd. f.. c.
smith and d. d. Ranlett of st. Adams
B b. Smalley 10 d. Hatch and Edward
lyman OF Burlington, and n. w. Fske of
Isle La Motto. The directors subsequent
y organized by electing these officers :
H. Brainerd, president; ID. ID. Ranlett.
treasurer f. c. Smith, secretary. The
company is in prosperous condition, and
Tue directors were so well pleased with
the results of last seasons experiment in
conhn!ng the steamer Reindeer to exeur-
sion business only, that they decided to
run the boat in the same way the coming
SpAGnn-
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20
GOV. Hin and Col. Grant.

NEW YORK, Jan 16.-An Albany de
spatch says There is every reason to be-
lieve that Gov. Hill will send the name of
Col. Frederick ID. Grant to the Senate for
confirmation for the office of Quarantine
commissioner Those in position to know
assert that Col. Grants name, if sent in.
will be confirmed at once.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20
FARM FOR SALE.

In Charlotte, belonging TO the estate of
George Pease, deceased, consisting OF the
home farm Of 80 acres with good new house
Ia story, 24X30, with ell l6X4O, all well paint
ed inside and out, and blinded, plenty of
out buildings in good repair.
lease lot Called the School lott of AS
acres, pasture ana wood land also wood lot
OF 81 acres running TO the main road on the
west side of the mountain.
All VIII be sold together or each parcel
separate.
Also slip No. % in the Congregational
church. Inquire OF
Il. l.. PEASE. Administrator.
Charl TIE, VT, Dee. 18th 1857. I2B,w9m
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20
seeking a New Trial.

Sheriff Kennedy and Deputy Sheriff
Bliss went to Windsor and took to st.
AIbans the four individuals arrested some
time ago for burglaries at Swanton, and
VINO are also wanted for similar deeds
across the line. They have asked the Su-
preme Court for new trial, aud will re-
main there until decision in their case is
made.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20

The attention of the English people has
recently been directed to alleged irregu-
larities on the turf, by no less a parsonage
than the Earl of Durham. Having lost
considerable money on his race horses, the
noble earl has finally discovered that he
never had any chance to win. At
a recent dinner at the Gimcrack
club at York he openly At
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20
FOULD'S
Wheat Germ Meal,

NOTICE OF SEIZURE.-The following de-
scribod articles to wit II tons of baled straw,
81 cases gin, IL cases brandy, having been seiz-
ed at Burlington, Vt. on the 2Sth day OF De
2Sj6, and 3Os2 of the revised statutes any per-
son claiming said articles. or any of them, IS
hereby notified and required to appear
days from the first publication hereof, or the
same will he forfeited to the United States
and disposed Of as provided by law.
b. Is. SHALLEY, Collector of Customs
Custom House, Burlington, VT, Dec. IS.
1887 Hw3
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20


tackled the pres
ent practices of
the turf, stating
that n with :
standing the fact
{ h a t the rules
prohibiting jock
eys from betting
on a race in which
they ride. they
are accustomed to
wager not only
on, but against
their mounts, and
that the jockeys
and their accom-
plices almost al
ways arrange be-
forehand which
horse shall win.
In his remarks he
referred unques-
tionably to the
stables of n cele-
brota1 t11rfp,on
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20

CnallenPe 10 Il uuel from sir George,
which Lord Durham declined, preferring
suit in the courts.
Lord Durham, though not over 80 years
of age, has lived long enough to become
peer of England, to have figured in di-
vorce case, at the end of which he had
raised such a storm of Indignation as to
oblige him to leave England. He was one
of twins and, having come into the
world two minutes before his brother,
fell heir to some $500, 900 income while
the later arrival was obliged to
content himself with a bcggarly $50. 900.
The elder brother with n title and a splen-
did income was, of course, regarded as
desirable catch for any young English
woman who could secure him for hus-
band Among the London beauties Of
the season Of 1888 was Miss Miner, a
member of an old Yorkshire fanny. and
one of the most famous beauties III Lon
don. This young lady was pressed by her
relatives to accept Lord Durham's title
and princely income. Unfortunately for
her their acceptance was clogged by the
necessity Of taking Lord Durham him
self, but she finally married him.
In short time Lord Durham, who
seems to have become as anxious TO get
rid Of his wife as he had been to secure
her brought suit for divorce on the
ground that she was mentally imbccile.
The trial Of this case attracted great at
tentiOn, and was the cause OF great SYM
pathy for the young woman who had been
sacrificed by her family for the sake of
position and gain. The earl's petition for
annulment Of the marriage was denied,
and he retired from the suit, followed by
the indignation of British society
After II prolonged tour abroad this
nobloman returned to England and at
tempted to win money where he had failed
to win respect
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20

ns~LI- Rewardedare those who read
X WHI u this and them act: they will find
MiUul mo, Ga6 th em' loymopHt that VIII
and families The profits are large and sure
tor every industrious person, many have
made and are now making several hundred
dollars month, IL is easy for any one. to
to work Either sex, young or old capital
not needed we start you. Everything new
No SPECIAL ability required: you, reader, can
do it as well as any one. Write TO us at once
for full particulars. which we mail free. Ad-
dress Stiuson Co., Portland, Maine.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20
NJ r.
VWAY
Activity Prevails at The BLUE STORE this January

The bargains offered of so substantial character
that it scarcely could be otherwise They need but to
be seen to be appreciated We don't resort to the
CHEAP JOHN style of Advertising. The utmost care
taken in all announcements avoid overstaements
We prefer to agreeably surprise the people by low
prices, as we are doing, when they come to examine
our goods Lots of noise going and printers ink Rooos
ing, but the busiest shoo0ing is at The BLUE STORE
The brave policy of Lowest Prices and Highest Quail
ty all the year round has secured the public confidence
and the trade Come and how little cash 1t takes
to buy Suit or Overcoat.
SMITH & HUMPHREY,
Howard Opera House, So Church Street.
ST. PAUL FUR 0YERC0ATS
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20
FARM FOR SALE.

Located on the north side of Malletts Bay,
Lake Champaign, contains 10 acres, 80 acres
wood land, balance divided pasture, meade "
and fine farm land keeps 20 COWS and team
has "A frontage of about three miles on the
lake and IS one of the most beautiful spots in
every respect on Lake Cnamplain for a sum-
mer resort as well as being a profitable farm.
About 10000 brick on the farm Tor sale. Ad.
dress S. NJ. MARSH. Colchester. VI. 2Iw5m
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20

The Weekly Free Press from
this date is reduced one haIf-it
is now only ONE DOLLAR a
year.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-01-20

l. Had Jesus been condemned by the coun-
Gil for heresy, he would, like Stephen, have
been stoned. But it was written of him that
he should hang on the tree, as the bearer of
our sin, and thus become a curse in our stead
And so he quietly withdrew from the power
of his enemies until the time when the chief
priests should deliver him to the Gentiles, and
he be adiudged to the cross.
2. Love always makes the sufferings of the
loved one its own. This Canaanitish woman's
prayer was Lord, help me-" while it was
her daughter that needed help. Yet did not
she feel that daughters suirerings more keen
~ than that daughter hersef7 Even so tho
Lord Jesus in his glory, felt as done to him
self, the persecution which Saul was direct
ing against his people He makes their cause
his own.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1888-05-19
Ore Tests.

Further experiments with Bald
mountain ores were yesterday made at
the School Of Mines, with most salts
factory results. All parties interested
feel very happy over what has been done
so far, and Mr.. Clark has no question as
to the success Of his process in treatin.
the ores. The experiments have not all
been tried, which are proposed, but the
the assays made show two things; first,
that the ores will run from $50 to $50
per ton. and second, that at least 50 per
cent Of the gold and silver in them can
be saved by the Clark process. In the
main work Of the test the roasting of the
ores has not been entirely completed,
but it is believed that it will be by to-
morrow. BY the Clark process it is
thought that the cost Of treating Bald
mountain and Ruby Basin ores will be
about SIS per ton, thus giving a probable
profit of $50 per ton. 1t is as well, how
ever, before finally concluding, that the
School of Mines test proves the efficiency
of the process proposed to wait for the
publication Of the authoritative report of
Mr.. Clark.-Republican, ID.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1888-05-19
Day Descants.

In response to a serenade, Hon. M. III,
Day spoke as follows at Aberdeen a few
days ago:
Gentlemen: / do not know Just what
you desire me TO say, but ! presume You
wish to hear of the fight which took
place in Watertown. 1t has been termed
by the press a Church and Day fight,
but such, gentlemen, is not the case. II
was a contest between the democracy OF
the territory and the carpet-bag admin
istration, and, gentlemen, it was a very
unequal contest. On the one hand were
arrayed all the apoointees of Church.
nearly all the clerks of the courts of the
territory, many of the federal officers.
and, yes, gentlemen, some Of the rail
roads were heard from. On the other
hand there was the democratic party of
the territory fighting against usurpation
and dictation. In q convention regular
ly called by the chairman Of the terri
torlal central committee, the only person
authorized to call the convention to
order, the democrats of this territory
met and elected two delegates TO the st.
Louis convention, and l am happv TO
say, gentlemen. that they will be adj
united into the convention at st. Louis.
| wish to say in conclusion, gentlemen.
that the fight is not over. 1t will be
carried OF until every carpet Dagger in
the territory shall be driven from our
midst. / thank you, gentlemen. for the
honor you have shown me.