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Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
The Rich Growing Richer.

Near the close of 1885 there died in
New York City citizen of that place,
who left to his children q fortune esti-
mated at 1882, 900, 900, besides making
q number of minor requests. 1t will
help US to form an idea of the magni-
tude of this sum if we consider that it
would have sufficed to give Christmas
present of $140 to every inhabitant of
the city, or at the rate of 500 to every
family of five persons, supposing the
population at that time to have been
100000. Apolitical committee of 100,
appointed in the same city In October
last, comprised eight members, whose
estimated wealth reached an aggregate
of somewhat more than $500, 600, 900,
and at least two Of the most colossal
fortunes were unrepresented in this
number. Estates rising into the tens of
millions are to be found In various
cities, and, taking the country through,
one might designate twenty-five per-
sons whose united wealth, according to
current estimates, is not less than two
thirds of 81, 900, 900, 900, or about one
per cent. of the total wealth of the
United States, supposing this to have
increased over fifty per cent. since the
census of 1880. Were all the property
in the country held in equally large
amounts, the whole would barely suf-
fee for $500 proprietors; or supposing
these to have families averaging four
persons each besides themselves, it
would supply a population q trife
larger than that of the little town of
Yonkers, as stated in the last census.
There are no authentic statistics
showing the distribution of property
among different portions of our people
but whatever the facts may be as to
the comparative diffusion of such wealth
as is held by the classes outside the
circle of the extremely rich, it will
hardly be disputed that the latter now
hold much larger proportion of the
total wealth Of the country than was
held by like percentage of the people
twenty-five or thirty years ago, for the
proofs that this is the case lie upon the
surface and thrust themselves upon
general observation. Moreover, see
no reason to believe that the tendency
to increasing accumulation at the upper
end of the possessory scale has reached,
or is approaching its limit. A great
fortune with ordinarily careful man
agement possesses an enormous power
of accretion. Even when invested in
good securities, at O very moderate
rate of interest, fortune that rises
into the millions affords ample means
of making yearly additions to the prin-
cipal. If invested in real estate in any
of our growing cities, it yields increas-
ing income from decade to decade as the
land advances in value, putting it in
the power of the owner to lay aside an
increasing surplus; while. in the hands
of shrewd speculator, not over scru-
pulous in his dealings, its power of in
crease may be still greater. In Janu-
airy. 1880, the New York Comm ere iai
Advertiser reported the rumored addi-
tions during the preceding year to ten
or twelve of "the great fortunes identi-
fed with Wall street" at $50, 900, 000.-
Ed,Dard T. Peters, in the Forum.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
THE INDUSTRIAL REALM.

@THE revolt OF the rank and file Of the
Knights Of Labor from their allegiance to
Mr.. Powderly and the reigning General Ex-
ecutive Board is making steady and rapid
progress, says a Philadelphia dispatch.
Since Dec. u last when the General Master
Workman was stricken with an attack Of hem
orrhage OF the lungs, the movement has been
going forward quietly and steadily all over the
country. gathering numerous recruits In every
locality into which it is extended, and becom-
ing irresistibly strong In its continued develop
ment. II is estimated now that not more than
250, 900 Knights acknowledge allegiance to
the General Executive Board. The lat
ter part of tho present month OF Feb
ruary will In all probability become his
torical as marking an important epoch in
the progress of the revolt-the month In which
the disahection that has become so widespread
will assume an organic shape in the form OF q
concerted movement all over the country to-
ward new and independent organization, to
be called probably tho Brotherhood Of Labor.
The Provisional Committee OF Philadelphia
will take the initiative within the next ten
days, and issue manifesto calling q conven-
ton OF the anti Observation-Disclosures to meet in
Chicago and set up a new form OF government
in the order
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
THE POLITICAL FIELD.
A COLUMBUS Cohio) special of Thursday

A COLUMBUS COhio) special Of Thursday to
the Chicago Tribune says:
Senator sherman started for Washington last
night, after seeing that his Presidential boom
was well ON its way in Ohio. He spent
the day in company with many Of
the distinguished guests who remained
over from the banquet. The Blaine letter
enthused the sherman managers, and the
fences were placed in what was considered fair
repair before the battle for delegates shall be-
gin. The meeting Of the Republican State
Central Committee was largely attended Sem
ator Sherman graced the occasion with his
presence. The friends Of the Senator on the
committee were enthusiastic at the present
outlook. Dayton was fixed as the place for
holding the next State convention and April Is
and 10 the dates.
The Congressional election in tht Eleventh
Michigan District TO supply the vacancy
caused by the death Of Representative Mof-
fatt resulted in favor of Seymour QRepub-
lican), who defeated Breen Democrat Labor
by q plurality estimated at this writing at
from 500 10 1000 The canvass was
hot one The Democrats made
strong effort 10 reduce the Republican ma
jority and defeat Seymour II possible. The
day was bitterly cold and very stormy. the
vote being very light in consequence Very
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
Whichts More Fully Explained by One
from Rev. ). Roberts, Pastor First M. Il.
Church. EremOnt. Mich

Whichfs More Fully Explained by One
from Rev. ). Roberts, Pastor First M. K
Church, Fremont, Mich.
Rheumatic Syrup Co., Jackson, Mich:
GENTLEMEN-From the fact that several re-
markablo cures by Hibbard's Rheumatic
Syrup came under my observation, among
which were those of Rev. J. Berry, of Nor
ley, and Mrs. Harrington, Of Altoona, rec
commended Rev. ]. Roberts TO have his
daughter give the remedy q trial AS ex-
pected, it broke up the disease, as the follow
ing letter explains:
O. G. PEMBERToN, Druggist
o. G. Pemberton:
My daughter Maud has used Hibbard's
Rheumatic Syrup and Plasters, which you SC
strongly recommended her to try for infiamma-
tory rheumatism Her limbs were badly
swollen, and the poor girl was in terrible
agony. In the midst OF the pain we wound
the Plasters about her limbs, aud, as a result,
the swelling was reduced and she became
quiet aud rested The Syrup ectcd her
indigestion, cleansed the rheumatic poison
FROM hrr blood, aud sh5 Is now aDie 10 be
around the house.
Hibbard's Rheumatic Syrup and Plasters
are remedies of great merit
REV. J. ROBERTS,
Pastor FIRST NJ Il. Church.
FREMONT, Mich, Oct. ~. 1887.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
SHERIDAN WON'T RUN.

Satisfied with His Military Position, and
Would Not Exchange 1t for Amy Civil
Once.
THE Washington agent of the Associated
Press sought an interview with Gen. Sheridan
on Monday for the purpose Of ascertaining
whether he would consent to make an author
itative statement in regard to his alleged Pres
dental candidacy.
WELL" said the General, II know nothing
more about this alleged boom than what I
have read in the papers, except that now and
then some friend has twitted me about becom-
ing a candidate. But If the matter is really
now discussed seriously, it is time that all
parties concerned should DO informed that
they are wasting their breath. / have never
had the Presidential bee in my bonnet, and
Idon't intend TO have it, for there is nothing
that would induce me to leave the pro-
fession in which nearly forty years OF my
life have been spent to enter upon a civil
career. So all talk about my being a candi-
date may as we'll end" But suppose the Re-
publican convention should Gen. Sheri-
dan--Nominate mop I would not accept.
But there is not the slightest probability OF
my being nominated; and, in any event.
would not accept. No, not under any circum-
stances. do not want that or any other civil
Office"
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
Four New States.

on Territories which has been charged with
the preparation of the omnibus" bill to en-
able the Territories of Dakota, Montana.
Washington, and Arizona to secure recogni-
ton as States, was busily engaged in framing
that measure, says q Washington telegram.
The bill provides for the election Of delegates
to Constitutional Conventions on Tuesday
after the first Monday in August for the
meetings Of the four conventions in Septem-
Der, and for the submission Of the four Con-
situations to the people of the four Territories
ON the day Of the Presidential election.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

Old Moneybags mopss In his ofico all day,
As enappsh and cross as q bear;
The clerks kn1w enough TO keep out OF his way
Lest the merchant should grumble and swear
Even Tabby, the cat, 10 In fear OF a cuff
Or kick. II she ventures too near;
They all know tho master 10 apt to be rough,
And his freaks unexpected and queer
What makes the old fellow so surly and grim,
And behave 80 confoundedly mean2
There's certainly something the matter with
him
IL IL stomach. or liver, or Bpleen2
We've guessed this liver Is sluggish and bad,
His blood Is disordsred and foul
It's enough to make anyone hopelessly mad,
And greet his best friend with growl
The worldwide remedy. Dr. Pierce's Golden
Medical Discovery will correct q disordered
liver aud purify the blood, tone your system,
and build up your flesh and strength.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
THE FOREIGN BUDGET.

Mr.. WILLIAM O'BRIEN and Mr.. I. d. Sulli-
van, Irish members of Parliament who were
recently imprisoned, arrived in London on
Monday and received an ovation from 10000
persons who had gathered at Euston Station
to welcome them. The weather was bright
and frosty Mr.. O'Brien and Mr.. Sullivan
we're escorted by an immense procession to
Hyde Park, where meeting in their honor
was held. Forty thousand persons were as
sembled.
REPORTS from the interior of the Cars do
minions, says a st Petersburg dispatch, con
cur in stating the publication Of the Austro-
German treaty, taken in connection with Bis
marck's speech on the military bill, created
intense irritation among all classes. An order
has been issued to all cavalry officers to learn
telegraphy.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

scope, full Of congratulations, bringing
to bear trained faculties and stored
wisdom to the task that constructive
work which shows the relations as we'll
as the character of its subject. Even
in political and social discussion our
journals show gingerliness in dealing
with generalization, which indicates
clearly that it is an article suspected
OF their customers.-W @. BroiUnell,
In StribneT's Magazine.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
The Secret Of His Success.

Tony was IL years old. He came
home from Sunday school one day, and
said he had taught class Of little
boys.
"What possessed you to do such a
thing?" asked his mother.
40, I got along first rate. They be-
gan to giggle and told them if they
didn't quit it, would lick every last
one of them when Sunday school was
out. The Superintendent said it was
the stillest class there was. Detroit
Free Press,
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
The Raadiinr striIce.

LETTERS have passed between represents
tives of the strikers and the Reading man
agement looking to q resumption OF work,
and it is believed that the pits will again soon
be manned The wages question will be
arbitrated after the miners resume work, and
no man will be barred out who has been quiet
and orderly during the troubles.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

Symptoms Moisture; intense itching and
stinging; most at night; worse by scratching.
III allowed to continue tumors form, which
often bleed and ulcerate, becoming very sore.
Swayne's Ointment stops the itching and
bleeding, heals liberation, and in many cases
removes the tumors It is equally efficacious
in curing all Skin Diseases DR.. Swayne q
Son, Proprietors, Philadelphia Swayne's
Ointment can be obtained of druggists, or by
mail
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
Consumption Surely Cured.

To the Editor Please inform your readers
that have n positive remedy for the above
named disease. BY its timely use thousands OF
hopeless cases have been permanently cured.
shall be glad TO sond two bottles Of my remedy
FREE to any Of your readers who have consump-
ton IL they will send mo their Express and
p. q. address. Respectfully,
T. A. SLOCUM. NJ. c.. 1S1 Pearl ST.. N. Y.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
What IL Means.

To man or woman who has never been i'll
the word @health" is meaningless. But to the
one who has suffered and despaired health
appears as a priceless boon To the thou
sands of unfortunate women who are suffer-
ing from some OF the many forms Of weak
nesses or irregularities peculiar to Their sex,
DR.. Pierce's Favorite Prescription holds forth
the promise Of speedy restoration Of this
spriceless boom
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
Catarrh Cured.

clergyman, after years of suffering from
that loathsome disease, Catarrh, and vainly
trying every known remedy, at last found q
prescription which completely cured and
saved him from death. Any sufferer from this
stamped envelope to Prof. J. A Lawrence. el2
East Ninth street. New York, will receive the
recipe free Of charge.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

LOOK YOUNG, prevent tendency to wrinkles
or ageing OF the skin by using LEAURELLE On.
Preserves youthful, plump, fresh condition OF
Druggists or exp. Z s Wells, Jersey City, NJ.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

lion of the Throat from childhood, caused by
liphtheria, and have used various remedies,
Dut have never found anything equal TO
Browns BRONCHIAL TRocHEs. "-ReV. q. IL
n Hampton, PiketOn, Ky Sold only in boxes.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

TROUGH ON ITCH" Ointment cures Skin HUI
mors, Pimples, Flesh Worms, Ring Worm, letter,
Salt Rheum, Frosted Feet, Chilblains, Itch, Ivy
Poison, BARRIERS Itch, Scald Head, Eczema SOC.
Druggists or mail. e Wells, Jersey City, j.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

The accident resulted from the springine Of
tho sixty-foot longitudinal girdsrs upon which
the sleepers and rails are laid, and was due
"A oaralenanaNa
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
Two Tbou.and live. Lost.

Two Thousand lives Lost
CHINESE advices are to the effect that ter
rife earthquake has occurred in the Province
Of Yunnan. Two thousand lives are reported
to have been lost.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

SROUGH ON RATS, for rata, mice, bugs 15c
sRoUGH ON CATARRH" Only absolute cure. Soc
@RoUGH ON CoRNs" Hard or soft corns. 15c
SRoUGH ON TooTHACHE" Instant relief 15c
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

ROUGH ON PILES Quick, complete cure. SOC.
BUCHU-PAIBA, Great Kidney Remedy. 81.
WELLS HEALTH REVIEWER for weak men
WELLS HAIR BALSAM. II gray. gradually
restores color; elegant tonic dressing. SOC.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

WHEN you ask a tramp to cut stick or
two for you in exchange for food he gen.
orally cuts his stick.-B0ston Courier.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

For ricketts,, Marasmus, and Wasting Dis
orders OF Children,
SCOTS Emulsion of Pure Cod Liver O1 with
Hypophosphites is unequaled. The rapidity
with which children gain flesh and strength
upon II is very wonderful Read the follow
ing: II have used Scotts Emulsion in cases OF
Ricketts, and Marasmus of long standing. and
have been more than pleased with the results,
as in every case the improvement was
marked ~. M. MAIN, NJ d., New York.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

He is particularly mean thief who
would rob the only cardinal we have in the
country.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

WHEN statesmen talk of taxing the raw
material they forget the oyster on the di-
vided shell.--New Orleans Picdyune.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

If love is blind, how can there be such
q thing as love at first sight.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
AN OPEN LETTER.

DURING the deluge Noah was in the
habit OF calling his wife an ark angel.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

THERE are no rounds Of drinks in the
ladder Of success.-Puck.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
VIEHAT
Ais
YOU2
EsTAsISGzzzzE ssg'7RsM

Do you feel duh. languid, low-spirited, life
less and indescribably miserable, both physi-
caly and mentally; experience sense OF
fullness or bloattug after eating, or of gone
ness or emptiness OF stomach In tho morn
ing, tongue coated, bitter or bad taste in
mouth, irregular appetite, dizziness, frequent
headaches, blurred eyesight, floating spccks"
before the eyes. nervous prostitution or ex-
haustion. irritability of temper hot fushes,
alternating with chilly sensations, sharp,
feet, drowsiness after meals wakefulness, or
disturbed and undressing sleep, constant.
Understandable feeling OF dread, or OF impend-
ing calamity2
If you have all. or any considerable number
OF these symptoms you are suffering from
that most common of American maladies-
Bilious Dyspepsia, or Torpid Liver, associated
with Dyspepsia, or Indigestion. The more
complicated your disease has become, the
greater the number and diversity of symp-
DIR. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery
will subdue 1t, IL taken according to direc-
tons for a reasonable length of time. III not
cured, complications multiply and Consump-
ton of the Lungs, Skin Diseases, Heart Disease,
rheumatism, Kidney Disease or other grave
maladies are quite liable TO set in and, sooner
or later induce fatal termination.
DIR. Piorce's Golden Medical Dis.
covery acts powerfully upon the Liver, and
through that great blood purifying organ,
purities, from whatever cause arising. 1t is
equally efIicacious In acting upon the Kid
neys, and other excretOry organs, cleansing.
strengthening, and healing their diseases. As
an appetizing, restorative tonic, it promotes
digestion and nutrition, thereby building up
both flesh and strength. In malarlai districts,
this wonderful medicine has gained great
celebrity in curing Fever and Ague, Chlls and
Fever, Dumb Ague, and kindred diseases.
Dr. rfcrco's OOIoen MedEcaI DIS
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23
CURES all HUMORS,

from q common Blotch, or Eruption. to the
worst Scrofula: Salt-rheum, "Feyer-sores,"
Scaly or Rough Skin, in short, all diseases
powerful, purifying, and invigorating medi-
oine. Great Eating Ulcers rapidly heal under
tested its potency In curing letter, Eczema,
Erysipelas, Boils, Carbuncles, Sore Eyes, Scroll
ulous Sores and Swellings, Hip-joint Disease,
"White Swellings," Goitre, or Thick Neck,
and Enlarged Glands. Send ten cents in
stamps for a large Treatise, with colorcd
plates, on Skin Diseases, or the same amount
for Treatise on Scrofulous Affections.
"FOR THE BLOOD IS THE LIFE"
Thoroughly cleanse it by using DIR. Pierce,s
Golden Medical Discovery, and good
digestion, fair skin, buoyant spirits, vital
strength and bodily health will be established.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

GET Lyons Patent Heel Stireners applied 10
your new boots and shoes before you wear them
out
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

THE spooks and COLLINS that delight
To I'LL with terror all the night;
That stalk abroad In hideous dreams
With which dyspepsia's fancy teens,
Will never trouble with their ills
n.ha man N ho tim ha a, Riarnala piIIa
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1888-02-23

DIR. Pisrces Pleasant Purgative Pellets
vegetable, harmless, painless, surel
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1888-06-15
NATIONAL DEMOCRATS.
Meeting Of the National Demo-
cratic Convention in Exposition
Hall at st. Louis.
Gay Dec0rations-Cl Cleveland Ren0nl-
mated by AcclamatiOn for
President
Allen G. Thurman, Of Ohio, For Vice
Psesident-synpathy For Sheridan
The Platform.

ST. LOUIS. June 5-The Democratic Ma
tional convention began to gather in the
early hours Of this morning although
the gavel Of Chairman Barnum, OF the Ma
tional Committee, would not announce its
opening until noon. The trtclling stream
Of humanity which began to run into tie
big Exposition building rs early as eight
o'clock soon grew TO torrent which
surged and filled the great nave Of the
hall to OVERLOOKING, and long before noon
10000 human faces were gazing upon
the high desk reserved for the pre-
siding officer Of the convention, as
yet empty, but with its cleaning white
silver gavel-a gift Of the Colorado delegar
tion-full Of curious interest for the ex-
pectant multitude. Tie noble proportions
Of the hall struck one at once with admira-
tion. 1t is obiong in shape, relieved upon
either side by balconies reaching back 200
feet, above which, stretching entirely
around the auditorium, is broad over
hanging. An immense stage reached from
the rear Of the chairman's platform 50 feet
TO the east wall Of tho hall and accGmo-
dated 40 Of tho gathered lealers and
fathers Of the National Democracy, who
thus were enabled to overlook officers,
delegates and spectators.
The decorations were simple but eject
i've. The stage was hung with red. white
and blue bunting, relieved by festoons and
borders of evergreens. Upon q pedestal
on the right Of the stage entrance stood a
bust OF the President and suspended upon
the face Of the gallery above the stage,
heavily framed in gilt, a large oil portrait
Of the President.
A very striking, effect was produced in
the gallery above the stage in full sight Of
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1888-06-15
WASHINGTON NOTES.

Mss GRACE ELIZABETH MATTHEW'S,
daughter OF Justice Matthews. Of the Su-
preme Court Of the United States, and
John Harlan Cleveland, Of Kentucky.
nephew of Justice Harlan, were married at
Washington on the 9Th.
SENATOR Quar- has been authorized TO
report favorably his bill granting pens ons
TO soldiers and sailors confined in, Confed-
crate prisons.
The President has appointed Marshall L.
Hinman, Of Dunkirk, n. Y; Henry s. Van
Eaton, of Woodville. Miss, and Charles
". Graves, Of ViroQua. Wis, as a commits
sion to examine and report upon two and
six-tenths miles OF railroad constructed by
the Northern Pacific Railroad Company in
Washington Territory.
The Senate has confirmed Lawson Y.
Moore, of Iowa as Consul at Lyons.
IT is stated that the Post. Daily Repub-
Gcan and Evening Critic, Of Washington.
have consolidated. After July there will
he Q morning edition Of the Post and an
evening edition called the Critic.
MRS. CLEVELAND has written q letter to q
friend in Worcester, Mass, declaring the
recent anonymous ISLANDERS on her do
nestle relations as wicked and heartless
lies. Mrs. Folsom, in an interview at
Paris, also expressed intense indignation
at the parties who set the malicious stories
afoat
The Democracy of the District of Colum.
bia ired 100 guns in honor of the nomina-
ton Of Cleveland and Thurman.
THE President has signed the bill appro-
priating sSoO0,0O0 for pension Deficiencies.
GENERAL SHERIDAN suffered another re.
lapse On the night of the 1th.