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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
4 PARODY


In the description of the ratification
meeting held in Madison on the 14th,
alluding to the speakers on that occa-
sion the State Journal contains the fol-
lowing:
Col. George w. Parker. Of Grant
county, was introduced and gave a
parody on the burial of Sir John
Moore which was received with much
applause.
At the request of some of our readers
wepublish the parody.
what grosn was heard, what funeral note,
As forward the voters hurried
On Tuesday last to cast their vote
And see Grover, the hero, buried.
We buried him forever out of sight,
The sods with our ballots turning,
BY the aid OF the good, the pure and the right
And the soldiers watch-fres burning.
No useless coffin enclosed his breast,
In 1.-The poor mans blanket" we wound him;
With tariff reform and rebel flags,
And soldier vetoes around him.
Stand by the colors boys. we said,
And Wen no trouble borrow,
But we little thought OF the avalanche
Which developed on the morrow.
We thought as we stirred up his narrow bed,
When the golden sun Was setting,
How many Denis and Prohb's are bled
by their wild and foolish betting
Lightly they'll talk OF poor Grover now gone,
To- lie L.. l.. a. n
But little he'll reck FOR they'll let him sleep on
In the grave where the Britons have lai him.
But half OF our heavy task was done
When the sur told the hour for retiring,
For we find that from Maine 20 Oregon
Our gains are truly inspiring.
Grandy but surely we laid him down
From the field OF his fame short in story,
While honest old Ben walks Oft with the crown
Leaving Grover alone In his glory.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

sideration, and for the information of
others interested in the schools, "a report OF
the condition Of the educational interests
of tho county, and the work done during
the year, since report given at your last
rcgnyar session. This report must be
brief; for, if extended remarks were
given on each OF the many points that
are worthy OF attention, this paper would
be altogether too long to occupy place
in the proceedings of this Board. be
low is Il tabulated statement, showing
the number of persons, of school age, IN
the different towns of the county, as re-
ported by the District and Town Clerks.
In order that comparisons may be made,
the same items for 1887 are also given;
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
ONE BLACK DROP.

Byron was wise when he wrote, "a
drop Of ink may make a million think :"
This is indeed true when the black fluid
is used to enlighten the world on the
merits of DIR, Pierce's Golden Medical
Discovery. Let consumptives every
where boar the glad tidings, Try it
all, who breath with pain and toss in
fever through the long night hours.
You will find the cough gone and sleep
as balmy as child's will visit your pill
low. You will thank the drop of ink
that brought the message of mercy to
you.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
STATE OF ONO, Cry OF TOLEDO,
I rrCAc

STATE OF ONO, Cry OF TOLEDO.
LUCAS COUNTY, 5 5.
FRANK j. CHENEY makes oath that
he is the senior partner of the firm of
F. j. CHENEY & Co, doing business in
the City of Toledo, County and State
aforesaid, a2d that said firm will pay
the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS
for each and every case of Catalrh that
cannot be cured by the use Of HALLS
CATARRH CURE.
FRANK j. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed
in my presence, this 9th day of Decem-
Der, A. ID. 1886.
SEAL . {" uLhA'oN,
t-~~) Notary Public.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internal
ly and acts directly upon the blood and
mucous surfaces of the system. Send
for testimonials, free.
f. j. CHENEY s. Co.. Toledo. Ohio.
bsSe Sold by Druggists. IS cents SO IL
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
"THE SCRAP acok. +"

Will be presented by the famous
Royce Lansing Co., this Thursday even
ing. Though its "plot" is not deep
one. it will be found sufficient to act az
''binding" for the variety of Scraps"
contained within its covers. 1t abounds
with the latest aud most popular songs
and music, embraces great variety of
new and novel musical and comedy
specialities, giving ample scope for the
display of the peculiarly versatile tai
ents of each member of the company.
1t is designed to make you laugh, and
you can't help ii.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
ONE FACT

Is worth a column of rhetoric, said an
American statesman. 1t is fact, estab-
lished by the testimony of thousands Of
thousands of people. that Hoods Sarsa-
parila does cure scrofula. salt rheum,
and other diseases and affections arising
from impure state or low condition of
of the blood. II also overcomes that
tired feeling, creates good appetite,
and gives strength to every part of the
system.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

other papers that may be necessary to
carry out the duties of the Board, and
the clerk is hereby authorized.to correct
all clerical errors that may appear on
all papers and proceedings.
The resolution was adopted.
Mr.. Ryland thanked the Board for
their courtesy and adjourned the Board
sine dc.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
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SAM MoNTEITH POST, FENHlMoRE.

The election Of officers Of Sam Mon
teith Post, G. A. r., of Fennimore. viii
be held on Saturday evening, Dsc. 1si
at o'clock. Other important business
will be transacted. Let every comrade
see 10 ii that he is present without fail.
~ BY order.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
$500 REWARD.

So confident are the manufacturers of
DIR. Sage's Catarrh Remedy in their
ability 10 cure chronic nasal catarrh, no
matter how bad or of how long stand
ing. that they offer, in good faith, the
above reward for case which they can
not cure. Remedy sold by druggists at
so cents
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

that, the ending is peaceful, and
lovely, and everything that could
be wished. We volunteer this in
formation for the benefit of our
lady readers who may, perhaps,
need this crumb Of comfort to sus-
tain them through the varying,
and sometimes trying, situations,
trough which the plot winds to its
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

d. B. STEVENS & SON offer 100,
600 feet of ten, twelve, and fourteen #.
fencing, used for roof sheathing and
other purposes for So! a. 80 per M. #.
3iw6.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

A GOOD GOLD filled case watch,
ladies' size, Elgin movement, warranted,
for Sl7 up. j. H. BALDWIN, East of
court house.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
THAT RAResr OF COMBINATIONS.

True delicacY of flavor with true
efficacy of action has been attained in
the famous California liquid fruit rem
edy, Syrup of Figs. Its pleasan. taste
aud beneficial effects have rendered it
immensely popular. 1t cleanses the
system, cures Costivcness, etc.
For sale in Scots and 800 bottles by
A. H. Barber. Druggist, Lancaster, Wis.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

II you have any poplar or bass wood,
in log-lengths, cut since May LIST or
about, that is in good condition, you can
find sale for same, by calling on
TwICHELL g. OSBORNE,
36w4 Lancaster. Wisconsin
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

LOST-Bctween Lancaster and Cass-
vile leaf scarf pin of native silver.
Finder will be suitably rewarded by re-
turning same to Tom ORION,
Lancaster.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

FOR SALE.-DwelliDg with two and
a half lots in southeasterA part of Lam
caster. Tom ORION.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
CTJAc0BS OH
nEMEDYfoSPAIN
For Rhavrrna ffGrr
For Rheumatism.
BRAND NEW. STRONG PROOFS

BRAND NEW, STRONG PROOFS
On Clutches. ratoRa. III, Msy ~. tsss.
was taken with rhsznatisn In 1887: Suffered
tntsass pals for about ain aonths. vaikse ony -
srrssAss. asa s. Jacobs OIL: cared aseus tvs
weeks $50. eozpistsiy. RILEY ,. FuoA
n Years. Nsvtsn III. Nay -, 1stt.
rrsn faet ~ tts6-about - ysars-f su1sle4
vita rhsanAtisn Of the hip. gas snrsd " ~
ne Of o.. Jacobs OIL Z. Q. poDp.
rs Years. Mapls Hill, Nieh.. MAJ .. 1855.
Mr.. yoHH =. gETfH. xnslsy. Michigan. w1
aNies4A with rhsamatlsn 40 years. Ais ease wes
pronsancs1 tneurshis By TIVE physicians. bat waA
sarsl b. o. ysesbs OIL eEa has rsnsins4 - I've
Fssrs. Q. HecRkA1r, Dr1sgiA
Years. covsi III, May 10, isss.
Absus an ysArs ago eonNaets1 rhsansu1ng
sonsaissl ssetsrr bus get ne relief TIL ASA -
Jacobs Oh, szrs1 ~ bettiss 90 rssrrn e Rsn
sisss. yANHs kxRxprxE-
gfncs 1854 Ne. Branch. Meh-. MAJ 81. ASA.
Fsu 81 l6se uAa tAksa WITH rnaamnAtorJ khsn-
natism ana snHsrsd twn wsskss YES e.re1 ~ ens
nee1ls n al Jacobs OIL. Mr.. J. u.vANDkcAA
AZ pRusarsfs AID DxArxks.
Tne CHARLES 4 yeaELER CO.. esliinsfA, -
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
| WILL FORFEIT $50 for each

TWILL FORFEIT $50 for each OF
my "chips" five cent cigars that are
not filled throughout with Havana i'm
ported from the Island of Cuba, or
favored in any manner whatever. For
sale by A. j. Howell only.
Very respectfully yours,
Henry wicker, Manufacturer.
34-43
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
come NORTH

Trains 3, and 4. run daily; l. and 2, daily
except Sunday.
Through tickets to all points in the United
States and Canada sale at Cassyille and Potosi.
Baggage checked through to destination
Peerless Dining Cars and Pullman Sleepers on
all through trains.
For rates tickets. time tables, etc, apply to
$. L. PLATT. PotOsi.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

A GOOD IA carat gold watch, ladies
size, with Elgin movement, for S2S
j. II. BALDWIN, East of court house.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

ALL persons knowing themselves in
debt to the firm of Nathan, Alt & Go. or
Jos. Nathan, by book account or note,
will please call and settle the same
before JAN /, 1889, as Mr.. L. Alt goes
out of the above firm; all notes and ac-
counts not settled up to that date will
be left in the hands of an attorney for
prompt collection. NATHAN ALT& Co.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

WE are now prepared to repair all
kinds of rubber boots and shoes in good
shape cheap. at the shoe store of
ct l.. WEBER.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
FENNlMORE.
FARMERS INSTITUTE.

Fennimore will have rousing
Farmers Institute Nov. 80, and Dec.
LIST. Following are the committees APP
painted to make full preparations for it.
On Arrangements. w. Rogers,
Joseph Him, John Draggs, Ira w.
Smith. Geo. w. Dyer. On Program
J. j. Seaman, r. p. Greene, o. J.
Arnold. On Music-Bert Lewis, Jacob
Miller, Z S Morse, c. A. Wilson, S.
w. Rogers. On Finance-John Mon
ttith, ID. I. Parker. C. y. Him. On
Farm Exhibils-John Norris. F. f.
Rector, VIM. Marsden. On Invitations
Henry Roethe. Geo. Dyer, Geo. Baxter.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

GO To Vandewall's studio for pic
lures. The best is always the cheapest.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

l MAKE speciality of Cabinet
photos and baby pictures.
w. b. VANDEwALL.
LADIES:-If You wish to get lovely
hat or bonnet cheay call on Miss Allie
Woodward, for she is selling out at
greatly reduced prices in order to close
out as nearly as possible before moving.
Rooms at present over City Bakery.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
FARMERS. ATTENTION.

w. B. YANDEWALL has unequaled
facilities for taking excellent pictures.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
LANCASTER & spEcHT,s FERRY STAGE
IkNcAsTrR y RrJRTON STAGE.

LEAVES Lancaster every Tuesday Thursday and
Saturday at a. m. and Arrives at Barton at
l2m.
LEAVES Burton at 30 p. m. on same days and
Arrives at Lancaster at 80 p m.
S.R. GREEN, Prop.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
MAKE a specially

THE best photographs in tho state
can be had at w. B. Vandewalls.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
STAGE ROUTES.

rom q. IN. to p. m.
CHAs. BURR, Assistant.
STAGE ROUTES.
LANCASTER s. PLATTRVILLE STAGE.
(Daily)
LEAVES Lancaster at 2 p. m. and Arrives at
Platteville at 5 p. m.
LEAVES Plattevillc at 8 a. IN. and Arrives at Ian
caster at Il IN. 5. Il. GREEN, Prop.
LANCASTER & SPECHT'S FERRY STAGE.
(Daily)
LEAVES Lancaster at 4 a. m. and Arrives at
P0tosi at II m.
LEAVES Potosi at p. m. and Arrives at
Lancaster at 430 p. m.
HENRY DiESEE, Prop.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22

Dated Nov. l3, 1888.
Respectfully submitted,
j. A. THOMAS.
County Clerk.
Report adopted Resolution adopt
ed by call of roll, all voting aye.
Mr.. Montieth, on behalf of the COM
mettee on education, presented County
Superintendent Harper's report as fol-
lows:
yfsfhe Honorable Board Of Supervisors Of
c9rQnt County, Wisconsin:
GENTLEMEN:
ia accordance with custom, | have
,hespleasure of submitting, for your con-
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
LANCASTER, pEETowN BLooMINGToN

LEAVES Lancaster every Tuesday. Thursday and
and Saturday at z q. m. ard Arrives at Bloom
ingtOn at IL IN.
LEAVES Bloomington at / p. N. on same days
and Arrives at Lancaster at P. m
JOHNSON, Prop.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1888-11-22
,mlcAGo s NORTHWESTERN q. n. TIME FABLE
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE or MAILS AT Lam
CASTER, WIS.,, POST OFFICE.

Office hours from a. m. TO 1880 p. m. Money
Order Department domestic and foreign open
~. : : : = T 4. BURR, Postmaster.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
lR. HENRY r. GlLL.

PHYSICIAN, SURGEON AND OBSTETRiCIAN,
 Has removed his office from 52 Bank street tC 155 South Main street, where he can be consulted FREE OF CHARGE from a. III. to 9 p. m.
 Dr Gill has for 21 years successfully treated diseases, both chronic and acute, but he gives special attention to Throat, Lung and stomach Troubles, Nervous Complaints, Blood aud Skiri Diseases and Female Diiicu ties, from whatever cause. Married and single lajies can consult the Doctor in the strictest confidence. He cures Cancers, Tumors, Piles, Gravel, Stone in the Bladder, i'rupsy and all Surgical Diseases.
 lis COMBINATIU SYSTEM of curing Chronic COMPLAINTS is the most successful ever de viscd It is particularly adapted for the cure of NERVOUS DEBILITY, SEMINAL WEAK NESS, IMPOTENCY and the effects Of bad habits in both sexes.
 The Doctor has special arrangements f'r mak ing and fitting of the best Trusscs for any kind of RUPTURE, also, appliances for SPINAL CURVATURES and all Orthopedic Apparatus.
 Dr Giil's remedies for the expulsion of worms from adults and children are safe and sure. Tape worms removed in 24 hours or money re- funded Board and muse fer patients when re- quired; cottage Hospita; system Night calls in midwifery promptly answered. Advice sent bl mail to out of town patients ard everything strictly confidential. Address with stamp, DK GILL. l55 South Main street, Waterbury, Conn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

the silk, he managed to get his jaded horse ] up to q pretty good pace They were in fit2ioy by this time, and then both cabs turned out of Gertrude street into Nicholson street, thence passed on to Evelyn street and along Spring street, until Brians cab 1; stopped at tho corner of Collins street, and Gorby saw him alight and dismiss his cab
 man. He then walked down the street and disappeared into the Treasury gardens ''Confound it," said the detective, as he got
 out and paid his fare, which was not by any
 means light one, but over which he had no time to argue, twelve come in a circle, and do believe he lives in Powlett street, after all"
 He went into the gardens, and saw Brian some distance ahead of him, walking rapidly. It was bright moonlight, and he could easily distinguish Fitzgerald by his light coat. He left the gardens by the end gate. Then he went along the Wellington parade, and turned up Powlett street, where he stopped at house near Cairns Memorial church. much to MT. Gorbys relief, who, being. like Hamlet, fiat and scant of breath" found himself rather exhausted. He kept we'll in the shadow, however, and saw Fitzgerald give one final look around before he disap- peared into the house. Then Mr. Gorby, like the Robber Captain in "Ali Baha," took care full stock of the house, ard fixed its locality and appearance well in his mind, as he in- tended to call at it on the morrow.
 What Pm going to do," he said, as he walked slowly back to Melbourne, ''is to see his landlady when he's out, and find out what time he came ill on the night of the murder: If 1t fits into tho time he got out of Rankin's cab I'll get out warrant, and ar. rest him straight off"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

cousin avin' lad first prize at spellin' bee tho e died early through brain fever, 'avin crowded is 'ead over much with the diction ary."
 ''Dear nler answered Brian mechanically, "How unfortunate" He was not listenino to Mrs Sampsons remarks, but was think. ing of an arrangement which Madre had made, and which he had forgotten till now.
 Mrs Sampson," he said, turning round at the door, ''I am going to bring Mir. Frettlby and his daughter to have a cup of afternoon tea here, so you might have some ready"
 You ave only to ask and to 'ave,n an- swered Mrs. Sampson, hospitably, with a crackle of all her joints ''I'll make the tea, sir, an also some of my own pertickler cakes. bein' special kind lave, which my mother showed me low to make, 'avin' been taught by lady as she nussed thro' tho scarlet fever, tho be1n' of weak constitootion, she died soon arter, bein' in the 'abit of contractin' any disease she might chance on"
 AS soon as Fitzgerald had gone Mrs. s. went over to the window and watched him as he walked slowly down the street-a tall, handsome man, of whom any woman would be proud
 "What an awful thing it are to think 'e'll be corpse some day." she chirped cheerily to herself, tho of course bein' great swell in lis own place, e'll lave a nice airy vault, which ud be far more comfortable than a close, stuffy grave, even tho it las tomb stone an vi'lets over it. An, nowl Who are you, impertinences" she broke off, as stout man in light suit of clothes crossed the road and rang the bell, Ia pullin' at the bell as if it were pump 'andle"
 As the gentleman at the door, who was hOne other than Mr. Gorby did not haar her he, of course, did not reply, so she hurried down the stairs, cracking with anger at the rough usage her bell had received
 Mr. Gorby had seen Brian go out, and deeming it a good opportunity to prosecute inquiries, had lost no time in making a start
 You nearly tored the bell down." said the fiery cricket, as she presented her thin body and wrinkled face to the view of the detec- tive
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

Not the largest stock but the lowest prices for Gents, Ladies and Children Boots, Shoes sS Rub. bers. Give me call, 123 Bank Street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
CHAPTER X.
IN THE QUEENS NAME.

It was broiling hot day--one of those cloudless days, with the blazing sun beating down on the arid streets, and casting deep,
 black shadows. By rights it was a December day, but the clerk of the weather had evil dently got a little mixed, and popped it inte the middle of August by mistake The previous week, however, had been Q little chilly. and this. deligAtfully hot day had come as a pleasant surprise and forecast of summer. It was Saturday morning, and of course all fashionable Melbourne was doing the Block. With regard to it's Block" Col nns street corresponds to New Yorxs Broad way, London's Regent street and Rotten
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
UNDERTA A KING

Promptly attended to. Good work guaranteed. Night calls answered by John Moriarity, Walnut Avenue; R. J. Walker, 54 Cooke street; John Lynch, 42 Liberty street; Rudolph Rindle- berg, Meadow Lane. Telephone at Store and House.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
New Shoe Store.

Se BE CONTINUED.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
FOR SALE.

Dining room and fixtures in first-elass location Good reason for selling. Apply to MITcHELL's 5 < 10 oHNr DINING ROOM,
 62 East MaiE Street
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1888-06-06
song nlrds unusually PLENTY.

This is believed to be an unusual year
| for birds Their abundance and the null
titude of varieties to be seen here have
excited no little comment and admiration,
aud the same state of thing Is reported
elsewhere. Certainly Hartford abounds
with them now. The trees are full of
color and the air of song.
Tho oriole, reckoned rare bird, Is as
numerous in many parts OF the city as the
robin. Half q dozen at time may be
seen on single large apple tree-their
brilliant scarlet, almost an orange yellow,
cleaning like fire among the white bios
SONS. What are they doing? They are
busy every moment. standing head down
half the time on tho tip end of limbs,
apparently picking off insects from the
blossoms. Perhaps they are nipping the
canker worm In the bud.
Then there Is tue rose breasted gros-
beak. This pretty black and gray crea-
ture, with the rich crimson shield on his
breast, is frequently seen. Here and there
you find the scarlet tanager, aud the
whole usual procession of robins, black
birds, catbirds and warbiers moves about
as always only in large numbers. There
are also many others, notably among
hmaiicf uiruSi uot thCtuucu III tnib Hats
which are found this year--birds not
known to ordinary observers, which seem
entirely at home even IL they are stran.
gers, and they add to ths Spring beauty
with their interesting presence.
We've had the blizzard, the freshet,
the cold rains, the chilly winds and long
periods of cloud and damp aud discom-
fort, and yet Spring has come upon US,
aud, as 1t seems, IN unusual richness and
beauty. Hartford Courant.
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1888-06-06
How to Handle pynsmlte safe,y,


Dynamite, when handled with ordinary
care, is not nearly SO dangerous an explosive
as ordinary gunpowder. In fact, dynamite
does not explode easily, but requires sharp
defamation to cause it to exhibits its immense
strength. TO fire dynamite q illuminate cap
Is employed, which is itself exploded by an
electric current from what Is known as a
ratchet machine. The electric current in its
passage through a small portion Of platinum
wire in the cap raises the temperature of the
platinum to white heat. This ignites the
illuminate which Dictionaries, striking the
dynamite cartridges with q blow of about
700 pounds, and exploding them. An ordi-
nary blow With a pick or iron drill win not ex-
plode dynamite cartridge, but will explode
the cap.
The whole source Of danger lies in the fact
that the men using the explosive do not UNI
derstand that IL is the cap and firing machine
they must handle with caro-. A properly
prepared and electrically connected charge
will seldom il ever fail to explode. Careless
ness in connecting the wires from the caps
and In giving the firing machine more work
than it can do, often results In leaving O por-
ton of the charge unexploded to the immi-
nent danger OF the men on resuming work.
The employment Of dynamite in all rock
work has been carried to such an extent In
recent years that ordinary miners, men who
from the nature of their education are totally
unable to comprehend the requirements for
absolute safety, and allowed to place and fire
charges. This is all wrong and should be
prohibited by law. No one unfamiliar with
the requirements should be allowed TO under
take such work. Putting ignorant and care
less men in O position to handle any OF the
modern high explosives is almost certain to
result in disastrous explosion and the con-
sequent killing or manning of a number of
men too ignorant to protect themselves--
George II. Benjamin In New York Tribune