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National Republican., 1888-05-28
FAIRCnuLD RESPONSIBLE.
He Ordered the Changes Made in the
New York Custom House.

The Secretary of the Treasury yesterday
expressed himself freely IN regard to the
removals which have been made in the New
York city appraisers department in conse-
quencc Of alleged frauds IN the classification
Of sugar, and particularly as to the tosti'
mony thus far developed before the Hale
Senate committee upon that subject.
Mr.. Farchild said that this matter had
been under investigation for nearly two
years. that the Investigation was originally
begun by the late Secretary Manning, who
some time in the fall Of 1856 called II 10 his
attention, and that since Mr. Manning's
retirement from the department the whole
subject had been personally known 10 him
(Mr, Fairchild) IN all its details that moth
ing had been done about II by Judge Nav
nard except by the direction aud with the
previous knowledge aud approval Of Sec
retary Fairchild; that Judge Maynard knew
nothing OF the matter until some time after
he became assistant secretary, which was in
April, 1887; that all of the removals which
had heen. made because Of the alleged sugar
frauds were made by Mr.. Fairchild's eN-
press direction aud solely with q view to
the publication aud improvement of the
public service and with no regard whatever
TO any personal or political considerations
that the same was true Of the nOn-remOv-
ais aud the restoration after removal
mentioned in said investigation; that he
(Mr Fairchild) was himself personally re-
spOnsible for tho same; that Il was grossly
unjust 10 ceHsure Judge Maynard, but that
II there was occasion for eensure II should
be directed against Mr., Fairchild himself
"pf one thing" lie added, ~ am sure,
National Republican., 1888-05-28
If we turn our attention first to the period

If we turn our attention first to the period
within which specie payments have pre-
vailed, we find the smallness of the change
that has occurred in the rates of wages
within the last six years to be one Of the
most noticeable features in the exhibit
made. IN the middle states the rates are
somewhat higher than they We're in 1852,
hut in each of the other sections they are
little lower, and the change since 1885 has
been very small indeed
Let us take Mr., Dodge's tlgures for 1856
as given in the above table and reduce them
To their gold equivalents for the sake of
comparing them with those Of 1SSs on
common basis Of coin, The value OF the
greenback dollar on the LIST of January,
1866, was a fraction less than 20 cents, and
the average value for the year has been
roughly computed at Il cents. Reducing
the wages for 1866 to their coin equivalents
at the latter rate, we shall get the following
comparative statement;
National Republican., 1888-05-28

to hc the most famous porcine animal ever
known 10 the country. Already its name
and fame are known from Lake Memphre-
ralog 20 the shores of the Pacific, and from
tie Straits Of Michillimaciuac TO the banks
Oi tie Rio Gramdc. When the presidential
campaign opens fully the name of this
costly and famous pig will he in the mouth
uf every orator. BY the way, speaking Of
cot. will not this pig cost some official
leads IN the New York custom house?
National Republican., 1888-05-28

E'OR NT-UNFURNISuED-- PLEAS
IL ant rooms on ID floor; convenient for
housekeeping; no children. Apply at 1is7 sth
ST. n. W. :-2S
National Republican., 1888-05-28
The Good Work of the Republican
CauCuS,


Wise cOmscls ruled in the Republican
caucus Saturday evening. The three reso-
lutions passed unanimously We're each in
full sympathy with the feelings Of vast
majority Of the party,
The NATIoNAL REpUBLICAN was the first
newspaper in the country to call attention
Ia the necessity Of refusing the proposition
uf MIR, Mills 10 vote upon his tariff bill with
out considering 1t by sections, and the
caucus in its third resolution determined
uut 10 depart from the regular method Of
-lispOsing of this bill; that is to consider II
iy sections and paragraphs,
The intention Of Mr. Mills in making thi,
proposition was TO secure Republican aid TO
dragOUn his own party into the support Of
his crude free trade measure. The pro.
recdings in the Democratic caucus Sltur.
.Iay night fully proved that The action Of
the Republicans on this question was emi.
ncntly proper
The bill may be 50 amended by the time
The discussion is finished that Mr. Mills and
idp cOtcrie will not recognize their progeny,
which was 10 he 1.-THE first rm step toward
free trade The Democratic members,
each anxious 70 protect his own local in
lustry by the aid Of the Republicans, who
are anxious 10 protect every industry, may
transform the bill into such a shape that lis
free trade progcnitors and their friends
willyote against it, while the protectlonists
VIII vote for Il,
Stany rate, the Republicans lose nothing
by The discussion, and that the Democrats
are fearful is shown, first by the rejected
Mills proposition, and now by the attempt
that is being made to limit debate-tO adopt
the English system Of cloture by amending
the rules so as to allow the majority TO order
vote when il sees III,
OF course, Il any such attempt il made
National Republican., 1888-05-28
TIE WEEK IN CONGRESS.
An Interesting Programme Laid Out
for the Statesmen.

Congress will present variety Of bust
ness this week, aud It's proceedings will un-
doubtedly bs full of vigor. The Senate in
tends TO consider pension bills, the North
Dakota an1 othertciritorial statehood bills,
and the fisheries treaty. The Republicans
believe that they will succeed in securing
opCn sessions for the debates On the fisheries
treaty, but II is likely that the resolution
which will lie adopted making this pro-
vision will despOil the party of Its victory
by provision that, upon objection of two
senators at any time when secret matters
are TO be spoken ofthe doors may be closed.
The House will to-day continue consid-
Grafton of the legislative, executive, and
judicial appropriation bill, and will prob
ably complete IL by tomorrow evening.
When this bill is out Of the way the debate
on the Mills tariff bill will be resumed, un-
der the tive-minute rule, and will probably
hold the floor without interruption until
the end of the week. Democratic members
say they will ask TO have the tariff bill set
aside during next week. 50 as TO permit as
many Of their members as wish TO attend
the Democratic National Convention at st.
Louis. If this is done next week will be
occupied with appropriation bills. These
bills are farther behind now than for many
years at this period of the session. At this
time i'll the first session OF the last Congress
nine appropriation bills had passed theHousc;
now but six have passed that body.' Three
have passed the Senate, while this year but
two have been disposed Of. Only two reg.
ular appropriation bills have passed both
houses during this congress--the pension
and military academy. The diplomatic,
District of Columbia, Indian, river and
harbor and postofllce appropriation bills
have passed the House and have gone to
the Senate, while the legislative, sXecu.
tive and judicial appropriation bill is now
pending in the House. The following ap.
propriat on bills have not yet been reported
to the house; sundry civil, fortiflcations,
army, navy, agricultural and general de
iicicncy.
Tonight the Democratic members of the
House will hold another caucus TO further
consider the amendments which have been
offered to the tariff bin
Congressman Mills does not hesitate tn
discuss the prospccs Of his tariff bill and
indeed rather enjoys the subject. lie says
the bill will surely pass the House, and that
several members whe have been spoken Of
MS doubtful have assured him Of their sup
port. lie onpects that amendments will be
accepted, but says he is at liberty TO state
that there will he no departure from the
general principles Of the bill.
See the Sc hnys' horpain suitS EiSama mau
National Republican., 1888-05-28

TIiE first number of the Buiitlcr utd Cyu-
if"rtor has been received at this Office. It
i an cight.page weekly, in which firstclass
editorial ability has been supplemented by
ucat mechanical work. IN addition to the
many valuable business items there is much
matter of general interest, and no small
mount of credit is due to Mr.. j. W. Drew,
tie oG!tur and manager.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
NATIONAL REPUBLICAN, PARTY
or VIRGINIA,
D T. HorsTo'

chairman ut State committee, Roanoke city,
Va,
The above Is the proper title of the licpubli.
cans ul Virginia who are lighting the unit
rule, IN favor of the congressional district
system as the unit nj power, declared To be
'he law Of the party 10y the National Republl.
,au convention.
National Republican., 1888-05-28

Nix. McMrLLEN testified before the Sen.
,tc committee in New York to statement,
which. if true, renders Assistant Secretary
Of the Treasury Maynard liable to indct.
mut for direct violations of law and to re-
moyal from office. 1t is to be presumed
tlat some invest igatiou will I've made.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
Hoods SarsapariIIa
100 Doses One DoiIa

'oldby all druggists. sl six for IS. Prepared only
~ q. L HOOD A co. Annihnr nrlna. InMall. Mnas.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
Special NOTICES,
5e,-s HEADQUARTERS COMMITTEE On
SS DECORATIONS AND GROUNDS,

N1Se5a HEADQUARTERS COMMITTEE ON
Wy DECORATIONS AND GROUNDS,
GRAND ARMY OF THE REpUBiIC.
WAsniNGTON ID. c., May -, 1888.
To tine PUBLIC: This committee, having
charge of the collection of flowers for bedeck-
ing the graves of patriot dead on the approach,
patriotic people Of this city and vicinity for
donations OF flowers for the purpose named.
Contributions, large or small, will he CRATE
fully received at q. 4. II. Hall, No. 1i12 Pa.
TO 10 O'Clock on Wednesday, Both instant.
Contributions can also be left on Tuesday at
any uf the public school buildings or at any of
the following stores, viz: r. VI. Sullivans,
cor. 1St and II sts. n. W; McNulty's, cor. 1ith
and p SITS. n. W; John O'Donnelfs, cor. 4th
st. and Pa, ave. east and c. c. Colison's, i0j
eth st. N. W. NEWTON FERREE,
W. W. ELDRlDGE, Chairman.
SeCrCtnrN. mXlS.3t
National Republican., 1888-05-28
FINALLY

We make each month an itemized state
ment, showing rents collected, &C., and in
close check on the Columbia National Bank
thus closing the account monthly.
HERON & RAMEY,
1907 + street N w.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
RENT is TOO HIGH,

That such and such repairs are needed,
and as u personal favor ask more time for
payment. With an agent 1t is quite the re.
verse, as the tenant knows 1t is purely
matter of business with him, and they must
pay as they agreed. We attend to any re-
pairs that are necessary, and have work
done at lowest prices. We select tenants
with that extreme care which is learned from
years of experience, aided by, esfotte6ft essfftotteft as.
sistants, and facilities that private individuals
cannot commsrt.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
Georgetown Heights.
CAPoN SPRINGS g. BATHS.

WATERS, HAMPSHIRE COUNTY, w. VA.
This celebrated Mountain resort for health
and pleasure. Baths of any temperature; a
summer climate unsurpassed; charming
summer home with its many improvements,
accommodating 500 guests, opens June I. For
medical and other testimony send for circular.
my6.1m MM. II. SALE, proprigtOr.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
LANDLORDS

viii find that their real estate will pay
agents, who will not permit tenants to get
back two and three months, but will make
them pay as rent becomes due When deal.
ing with a landlord tenants will complain
thnI
National Republican., 1888-05-28
A washington uov,s Success.

The Si0y aod Tdme, Of Hudson, Wis, In a
recent issue notices In complimentary vein
the appointment by the city fathers Of James
A, FrCar 10 the office Of city attorney IN that
place, This successful barl'iSter Is tile son of
Mr., 4, II. Frear, NJ this city, The many friends
Of Archie In and out the departments In
Washington Will be grathed TO learn OF this
well deserved success of the young man, who
in his boyhood here gave such strong promise
Of u useful and honorable career
National Republican., 1888-05-28

n-S5= GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC
WsSS Comrades are requested to assemble
az headquarters, lIl2 Pennsylvania avenue
northwest, WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, and be
ready to move at 10 a. M, under the orders of
the Post Commanders, as hereafter directed
officers will wear belts and side arms Com.
radeS of other departments and all hOnorably
discharged soldiers and sailors are invited.
BY command of CllAS. =. LINCOLN.
JOHN CAMERON, Dept. Commander
Asst. Adjt. Gen. my2S.3t
National Republican., 1888-05-28
MONDAY, MAY 2S.
AinltseInents. 4

NAT'oNAL-'rhc queens Lace Handkerchief
ALBAuCIl's-'rhe Bcggar student.
3iJOU-Thr Black Flag.
National Republican., 1888-05-28

sSS TO health and longevity, thousands,
far and near, visit DIR. WHITE. Foot
Specialist, 141G Pa. ave, opposite. Willard's
Coins Bunions, Diseased Nails, and ali com.
plants of the feet; 2Sth year of practice In
Washington. Fee 81 sitting for putting the
feet In order.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
Dyspepsia

Makes many lives miserable, and often leads to
self destruction Distress after eating, sick head
'che, heartburn, sour stomach, mental dcpres'
sion, etc., are caused by this very common and
Increasing disease. Hoods Sarsaparilla tones the
stomach, creates an appetite, promotes healthy
y lion, relieves sick headache, clears the
mind, End cures the most obstinate cases OF dys.
cpsia Read the following;
Il have been troubled with dyspepsia, l hac
nut little appetite, and what did cat distressed
me- or did me little good. In an hour after ca;ins
! would experience faintucss or tired, all.gon
feeling, rs though l had not eaten anything
Hoods Sarsaparilla did me an immense amour
Of good II gave me an appetite, and my foot
relished and satisfied the craving had previously
experienced. II relieved me Of that faint, tired
allgono feeling. 1 have felt so much better since
took Hoods Sarsaparilla, that am happy tQ
recommend It," q. A. PAGE, watertown, Mass
y. H. BE sure to get only
National Republican., 1888-05-28

\ well known young Washingtonan, Mr..
Frank c. Roach, is the proud possessor of a
valuable gold medal, won by him at the
eighteenth annual sophomore contest of the
Bellies Lettres Literary Society of Dickinson
College. Competent judges have stated that
both the subject matter of the production and
the finish of Its delivery were far above even
the high grade of such efforts as come from
Dickinson. Mr.. Roach Is the son of Mr.
Thomas L. and Mrs. Clara l.. Roach.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
n,y1a an,
CANNON HOUSE

AND SUMMER BOARDING ANNEX.
G. L. BRAwNER, Prop,
ON the historical plains of Manassas, Va, COO
feet above tidewater. Very healthy. Excel
lent accommodations for summer bOaders,
Pleasant, cool rooms. Well.shaded yards and
fercnt denominations. Ten trains daily to
and from Washington, ID. G. Telegraph office
omen day and night. Terms: S2per day, 81 per
week, $50 TO S25 per month. rny291w
National Republican., 1888-05-28

information OF all sorts obtained, when possible,
ftr subscribers without charge upon application,
Ee-cC'ed manuscripts cannot be returned.
EtuittauCts other than by postal money ORDERS
cELE drafts or checks 10 the order Of the National
EtruOluan Company always at sender's risk.
SoNtCtipts for subscriptions returned, The date
On the wrapper shows when subscription expires.
Adyertisers who have not made or renewed time
contracts will be charged monthly card rates,
hf All requests for coureses from railroads,
TlsCtt Of Amusement, or business orders are not au
Ioriged unless signed by the updersigned.
JBE NATIONAL REPUBLICAN COMPANY
3. w FOX, PRESIDENT AND MASAGER.
National Republican., 1888-05-28

order the SUNDAY REPUBLICAN, only 10 cents
per month, delivered by carrier and mail.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
N. SPRAGUE,

52i 10th st. N. W., Real Estate, Broker, and
Insurance. Money TO loan on real estate. Fine
property for sale on easy terms or monthly
payments mylg.tf
National Republican., 1888-05-28

Only u for Two Years-lSSS aud 1850,
which includes the contest Of the next Presidential
Election.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
Onward and Inward.

See the Sc boys bargain suits. Eiseman
Bros, 5th and L, manufacturing clothicrs and
National Republican., 1888-05-28

TOR SALE-A VICTORIA CARRIAGE,
IL suitable for one or two horses; in good
order Address VICTORIA, Republican otice.
National Republican., 1888-05-28
Jp4NTI D--HELp.
WANTED--M -MISCELL4NEOU US.

W4NTED-- --MISCELL1NEOUS
w with her son and daughter, the care of
house during the summer months, full salts
faction guaranteed. Address b. V. NJ, Re.
publican Office. G.2o
WANTED-TRY OUR .BUTTERINE AT
w 20 cents per pound; don't get strong or
rancid; keeps better than butter; satisfaction
assured lsummer or winter or money. re.
funded. 461 q st. n W; open all day. Mail or
telephone orders delivered at house promptly.
n. B.-No. connection whatever with any
ap12-tf WIN. g. SCRIBNER.
WANTED - AGENTS FOR THE MA.
w tional Republican, daily, Sunday, and
weekly, In Maryland, Virginia, and West Vir-
ginia; apply at the Business Office.
For RENT--ROOMs;
TOR RENT ONE LARGE, PLEASANT
E furnished room. 735 9th st. go
DOR RENT-lOl5 II ST. N. W, NEWLY
IL furnished rooms, lst, I'd, and Sd floors;
southern exposure; convenient to all the lines
of cars. 1'2D
EOR RENT NEATLY FURNISHED
IL room, 80 per month. llie 9TH ST. n. W. 1.29
EOR RENT-AT 81 DEFREEs ST. N. w
II 3 or UNFINISHED rooms for housekeeping;
rent moderate. 7.2S
EoR RENT-UNFURNIsHED- PLEAS.
IL ant rooms on % hoor convenient for
housekeeping; no children. Apply at lis7 Sth
ST. n. W ,-2S
TOR .RENT--HANDSoME APARTMENTS
Jpat! u tse esaTsS few F hF9gse " SIestf
NOR REMITTANCE PARLoR, ALSO
IL furnished or unfinished rooms; furnace
heat and open fires; convenient to cars, her
dies, and departments; excellent location;
call alter p m. l1l5 st. N. w. 7.1
For SALE. .
EOR SALE-LATHE, TOOLS, &C., FLEET
IL wood saw, carving tools, and cabinet
makers outfit; cheap for cash +. b., Repub'
lican Offce. $50
CoR sALE-A FINELY LOCATED LOT
l. on Roanoke ST., near lith ST., opposite
Judge Ilarlan's; south 'front.'; will sell at a
low price. ROANOKE, Republican ofi1e.
SIT
LOR SALE HAND-FED YOUNG MALE
II nocking birds, only S3 each, at SCHMlD'S
BIRD STORE, No. 3l7 18th 81. n. w. s,?O
EoR sALE-sEyERAL LOTS IN MOUNT
E Pleasant and vicinity at low pricesi also
four new cottages, with nice grounds; $1,000
$1,000, $1,000, Ss,lOO. BENZ. +. DAVIS, 1910
j street. mylG.lm
Tor SALE CHEAP : SEVERAL FINE
IL lots on Meridian Hill in the same block
the building Of ex-senator Henderson's fine
mansion GEO, ". LlNKiNs, 10Th and ii
SITS. N. w. myl0lmo
EOR SAL FLOWER ONE HUNDRED
IL choice selections of Farms and Small
Country Homes, of from TO 200 acres, from /
10 ~ miles from the city, suitable for farming,
dairying, or homes for gentlemen employed in
the city, ranging from $40 TO $500 per acre, and
on very accommodating terms. II. ii. SY-
PllERD n CO., 1891 L st, S.tf
TOR sALE-oNE OF THE VERY HAND.
IL soonest and best of the famous Mont
gomeIy county small farms, u acres of first
class land, with trst'class improvements, "a
miles west of Gaithersburg, on the Metropoli,
tan Branch railroad. Price $3,260, on easy
dance of fruit. A beautiful summer home; ; a
rare investment. \. Ii. SYPAERD & Co, 1921
Est. fe29d&Stf
Tor SALE-A VICTORIA CARRIAGE,
Il suitable for one or two horses; in good
National Republican., 1888-05-28

See the $3.50 mems bargain suits. Else.
man Bros, itb and E, manufacturing clothicrs
and tailors.
National Republican., 1888-05-28

single copies Tor one year''.,''. ''..'....', dOc
Jlutt q ten for one year or clubs or hye for -
National Republican., 1888-05-28

EStfa copy mailed free 10 party securing the
Cipb. Postage paid,
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EOR RENT Il NEATLY FURNISHED
IL room, 50 per month. lli9 9TH st. N. W. 7.29
EOR RENT-AT 81 DEFREES ST. N. w
l. sor uniurnished rooms for housekeeping;
rent moderate. 5.23
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For RENT--R Rooms.

TOR RENT-ON LARGE, PLEASANT
IL furnished room. 735 9th st. 30
DOR rem T-l0l5 II ST. N. W, NEWLY
IL furnished rooms, lst, I'd, and 3d floors;
southern exposure; convenient TO all the lines
of cars. T.2D
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WANTED - AGENTS FOR THE MA.
W. tional Republican, daily, Sunday, and
weekly, In Maryland, Virginia, and West Vir-
ginia; apply at the Business Office.
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Thu NATIONAL REPUBLICAN.
pAlLY. WEEKLY. ANp Sunday:
ZEE WEEKLY NATIONAL REPUBLICAN

Payable Invariably in advance.
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EoR sALE-A FINELY LOCATED LOT
II on Roanoke ST., near 18th st., opposite
Judge llarlans; south 'front.'; will sell at a
low price ROANOKE, Republican ohiGe.
S.tf
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1888-11-19

Tomorrow morning the Delaware
Baptist Union, composed OF the
churches in this State and thoEe Of
Delaware County, Pa, will meet In
semi annual session a. the eecOnd BAp
tist Church, Fourth and French streets.
There are about twenty ave churches IN
this denomination In this Htate, 10 Ad
dition 70 those Of Delaware County, and
esoh is entitled 70 i've delegates. Law
Foros B. Jones, the president Of the
union, will preside, and the Second
Baptist Church viii DO Represented b.
the Rev. b. B. Cook, ID. D pastor;
Joseph Gould, N. B. DAnforth, Charles
8 Morgan and 8. A. HOdgmGn; alter.
mates, Alfred Stevenson, John Davis,
T. O Dill and william u. Taylor.
Bethany Church, by ths Rev. o g
BuddinRtont PASTOR George Lowe,
Charles Wslsh, George LuEins and
Oscar Appleby. Botha1y Sunday school
By John Rumor, John Neutze and
Laura Farmer. Delaware Avenue
Church BY the Rev, ]. w. I. BoOthe,
D. d. pastor; Harry EmmonH, Esq,
and U. II. CantWell.
The secretary, Rev. George H. nc
OlellAad, having removed 20 Duluth
MIN, . Temporary Eeerelafy will b.
chosen until sfter the election OF CT
Gers, which will take place ~ this
meeting.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1888-11-19

The following circular has been issued
by the managers Of the Aged Womeu'G
Home: For the fret time for many yeArs
the managers Of the Aged Wcmen'f
Home feel compelled to appeal 20 the
public for aid.
From various causes we ind our list Of
contributors within the last few years,
TO have materially decreased Many BY
death, some by removal, while Others
have thoughtlcssly allowed their sub
scriPtions TO lagss At thegame tins tho
demands upon US have not lessened By
reason Of age and in1rmity many Of our
inmates are becoming helpless and bed
ridden, and ueeiiug the constant care Of
nurses, conssQ ueutly we find our iacOme
insutic lent 10 meet our expenses.
We ~ that these facts need only 10 be
made known 10 our friends % bring
many generous responses on our coming
Donation and Reception Day, SCyenhei
Gst, on which date we cordially invite
you to assist US with y ur presence and
your means Contributions Of either
money, dry gaads, groceries and MAKE,
produce will be gladly received az thl
Home, Giipiu Avenue and Harrison street
EMMA kITIfSuFRt "a King street,
ELIzABETH SrKo D, llcl Wet stree,
ALICE J. RUWFoED, 1903 West street
Committee
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1888-11-19
EAlurs Of a cow Dealer.

L Is reported that valtar Booth. 6
wall-kuoEL dealer 10 coEg, reS!ding IN
he loves part o! Chester County, hiss
'aiied hId il unable % meet bis obliRa
lions, he lsit hoUa on Monday last
and has .Ct relagEGd. Tbs charge Of
forgery haE a'ro been preferred against
tin, The hank Of Oxford, Pa is presH
ing I've claim aEsinst him. MI Boott
had sale ~ WsTneF's bazAr few Eeski
ago. ard appeared 20 be honorable In a.
his trEusasAous
Isis reported that the Novelty Car
Fizge Works len this city will suffer Il
tue tune OF 5000 Ut $500, and White s
60, have CiSiws to something like bal
I tagt amount.