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Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Circuit Court.

The following cases were disposed OF
In the Circuit Court to-day William
Johnson, was arraigned for the murder OF
Geo. Riley at Curtis Bay aud pleaded not
guilty of same. John Lowery, charged
with selling liquor ON Sunday at Brook
Ign; not guilty, stephen Hopkins, lar
ceny. two counts, pleaded not guilty
sentenced to Two years and half in the
House Of Correction. John Jones, lar
ceny, pleaded guilty sentenced to six
years In the penitentiary.
In the case of John Corporal, tried yes
terday for shooting Ida Bias. celored, at
a picnic at Chestnut Grove on the 4th OF
July last-the Jury brought In verdict
of guilty OF common assault.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
At the Opera House.

The most remarkable success of Mr.. A.
M. Palmer, Jim, the Penman," was
presented before a large and intelligent
audience last night at Masonic Opera
House. The outline of the play is too
well.known to make 1t necessary to sketch
it, Jim, the Pcnman" is the noted for.
ger of his day. who leads double life
The natural facility of initiating hand
writing is encouraged by one Baron Hart
felt, who. in after years, is the partner in
crime. Each act tightens the web which
his crime is weaving about James Rails
ton until at last the escape seems near,
when the great avenger, death, ends the
career of "England's greatest statesman. -
The plot is most skillful one. 1t is de-
cidedly the most absorbing drama of to.
day.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
ARridegroom 1o7 years OLD.

An evidence that marriage is not fail.
ure was exemplified by the marriage of
a couple of colored folks a few days ago
at Marlboro Prince George county. The
groom, David Crack, said to be 1O7 was
married to Susanna Oaks, buxom wild
ow of IS years. Rev. Joseph Cunnane,
pastor of the st. Mary's Catholic Church
performed the ceremony, and congratulate
led the couple as an examnle for young
folks. David Crack was an old slave
of Major b. Bruce, then was bought By
John b. Brooks Crack says he took
part in the war of 1912, at VIII oh time he
was robust young man. Crack lives
near Cheltenham, where be owns place.
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no BE ordained a minister.

A committee representing % Baptist
churches assembled under the auspices
OF the Franklin. Square Church at the
Baptist Book Concern, 10 East Fayette
street. Baltimore. yesterday and decided
to ordain James ID. Rayfield, of this city.
who has had charge of the Baptist mis-
sion at East Port since it was organized
several months ago. Rev. DR.. j. w.
NJ. Williams, of the First Church, was
chosen moderator and Rev. j. Ii. Britain
secretary. The ordination ceremonies
take place at Franklin.SquareC Church on
next Friday evening at s o'clock. Rev.
DIR. Franklin Wilson will preach the SER
mon, Rev. Dr.. Frank NJ. Ellis will make
the ordination prayer and Rev. DR.. A. j
Row land will deliver the charge Of the
candidate. Rev. Il. a. Reik, of Nanse.
moud, Va, will deliver the henediction.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

+ A prominent physician calls the kiss
IAN elegant dissemination of disease. -
He says, 'fever is spread by it, so are
lung diseases" He maintains that IL the
kissing custom were driven out Of the
land lit would save one tenth OF one per
cent. OF human lives" which are now
sacrificed. Out upon the gnarled and
sapless vagabond Evidently kisses are
not for such as he and the old fox says,
tho grapes are sour. Let him devote him
self to making our women healthy and
blooming that kisses may be kisses This
can surely be done by DR. Pierce's Favor
lie Prescription which is magical in its
effect, upon all diseases peculiar TO fe-
males. After taking it there will be no
more backache. no more nervous pros
tration, no more general debility. All
druggists.
To regulate the Stomach. Liver and
Bowels. DIR Pierce's Pellets excel %
cents vial; one desc.
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A Womnn,s Discoueru.

Another wonderful discovery has
been made and that too by lady in this
county Disease fastened its clutches
upon her and for seven years she with.
stood lis severest tests, but her vital or.
gans were undermine and death seemed
imminent. She bought OF US a bottle OF
DR.. Kings New Discovery for Consump-
ton and was so much relieved on taking
first dose that she slept all night and with
one bottle has been miraculonsly cured.
Her name is Mrs. Luther Lutz Thus
writes w. e. Hamrick & Co., Of Shelby.
n. c. Get free trial bottle at j. Walter
Hodges & Co., Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
THE MISSES DUVAL,

PROPOSALS. FOR THE CON.
= STRUCTION OF A BOAT
HOUSE.-NAvAL ACADEMY, Annapolis,
Md, October 10, 1883 Sealed proposals
will be received at the Office of the Su-
perintendent of the Academy until IL
O'Clock noon. on Saturday. the 10th day
of November, 1888, at which time and
place they will be opened in the presence
of attending bidders, for the construction
Of boat-house on the Academy grounds.
The building is to be $50 feet by 106 feet
the first story of brick, the second of
iron or wood. Plans and specifications
may be seen at the Office of Architect
Baldwin. corner Lexington and Charles
streets. Baltimore. Nd Proposals must
be made in duplicate, in accordance with
forms which may be obtained on applica-
ton to the Superintendent of theAcademy
Annapolis, Md, and endorsed ..Propos
ais for Boat house, A written guar
antee, signed by one or more responsible
persons, as prescribed by section 3719,
U. S. Revised Statutes. must accompany
each proposal. The right is reserved to
reject any or all bids
w. t. SAMPSON, Commander. u. s.
~, and uperinfendent.
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Vansant's
HIRING AND LIVERY
STABLES,
West Street. Opp. Depot.

GINGLE, Double Teams and Saddle
- Horses to Hire, by the Hour, Day or
Week. Open and Close Carriages. Single
and Double Ph@tons, Jaggers, Top and
No-Top Buggies, all at reasonable rates !:
Fine Carriages for visiting and pleasure
Drivers in livery if desired. Pony Ph@-
tons, with quiet and gentle Horses suitable
for ladies and children. Special rates
made with families. Particular atten-
ton to Horses on Livery. Baggage called
for and delivered to ali parts Of the city
at reasonable rates.
Is Funerals attended to at short notice.
All orders promptly attended to.
JAS. Fl. VANSANT, Proprietor
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The church festivals will soon includ
in their bill of fare. chicken and wafilei
The verdict Unanimous.

w. ID. Suit, Druggist, Bippus, Ind !,
testifies: Il can recommend Electric Bit.
tiers as the very best remedy. Every BIT
tie sold has given relief In every case.
One man took six bottles, and was cured
of Rheumatism of 10 years. standing. -"
Abraham Hare, druggist, Ohio, affirms
THE best selling medicine | have ever
handled in my 20 years experience is
Electric Bitters'' Thousands of Others
have added their testimony, so that the
verdict is unanimous that Electric Bit
tiers do cure all diseases of the Liver,
Kidneys or Blood. Only half dollar a
bottle at j. Walter Hodges s. Co.. Drug
Store.
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Personal Mention.

Mn. Ii. Wilson, of Washington, d.
c manager of the Loomis National LII
bnty Association, was in Annapolis to-
day 10 make arrangements for the estab-
nsbment of branch store here.
Mr. C. X. Schwarar, of Washington,
D C.. was here to day with reference to
being restored to the registration list.
Mr. Lee Smallwood, OF Washington,
spent Sunday with the family OF Mr..
Banks, Conduit street.
Chiei'Judge Alvey, Of the Court of
Appeals bench being sick, Associate
Judge Miller presided.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Special Notice

The Maryland Bed Spring Company,
are offering to the public superior
Spring Bed. 1t can be folded when
moving or shipping, thereby saving
freight, and can be changed from one bed
to another, taken apart aud cleaned and
put together in five minutes 1t is per-
fectly noiseless. They only ask a fair
trial. Send postal for trial order. Every
bed warranted for 8 gears Sold on the
Installment Plan when desired. Address
70 Maryland Ave, ADnapoiis, Md. 50
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
A Narrow Escape.

,, while one Of the family Of Mr. Vachel
padds on Charles street, was attempting
Y. lshi coal oil lamp on Sunday night,
me netting which covered the chains aud
,taer fixtures took fire and was soon in a
elale' What might have been a serious
ute was prevented by the timely assist.
auCe OF other members of the family who
We're within call
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The hill sides are emblazoned with
banners Of green and gold.

As Sole Agent for John Wanamaker
of Philadelphia, am now prepared to
exhibit full line of Samples both for the
Custom and Ready made Clothing depart
ments Your measure taken and goods
made in the best Custom Manner at low
prices and fit guaranteed or no sale In
the ready-made clothing department
have full line of samples representing
the stock of Wanamaker, and by the
Wanamaker system of measurement, can
fit all sizes and shapes from the smallest
child to the largest man. Prices are guar
anteed by Wanamaker to be lower than
other establishments-in fact, by his 0sca
guarcatee you get all the benefit of per
sonal visit to the house of Wanamaker
Itself. Clerical suits made TO order, and
society uniforms furnished on short no
tice at low prices. +. o. WHITE, Agt
1 At the Court House, Annapolis, Md
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Hints to the Fable.
I. ScnAEFER. GERMAN ARTIST.

Takes the opportunity In give some di
rections for the benefit of his patrons as
10 toilet arrangements and color of dress,
etc. when they come to have photographs
taken. In the first place il is dcsiIa able 10
make an appointment (f possiblel ex-
anime specimens OF work and select size
and style of pictures Gentlemen should
have good fitting drapery aud should
nerer scet or oil the hair. Ladies' should
always have the hair dressed loose, dry
aud full, aud arranged TO suit style of
face. The hair dressed low upon the
forehead makes q broad face look broad
er. so arrange ii high for a broad face and
low for a long face. Always feel well and
pleasant and take plenty of time GIVE are
not machines, but artists, you know, }
for sitiings and you cannot fail to get
good picture. AS TO colors. blue, purple,
lavender, plum, magenta and pink. photo
graph very light; claret, garnet. green,
light Bismarck and stone colors all take
darker and are excellent colors 10 photo
graph. Wine color, metternish green,
orange. golden brown. dark Bismark ard
snuff brown take very dark Silks ard
satins take lighter than wooden goods or
goods without lustra. If your complexion
is very light you should wear lighter col
cred clothing aud rice Uersa. Pictures
taken fully as we'll 10 cloudy and rainy
days as in clearer weather. Babies pic
lures taken from a. m. to 3p. m Also
India ink, crayon and water color that is
not surpassed in tile State. Nothing but
first-class work Is done at the Studio 6
Main Street.
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Trustees Amounted.

Alta meeting of the School Commits
sooers yesterday, John Ireland, was ap.
pointed trustee for the public schools Of
Annapolis In place Of Thomas Ireland,
resigned; and Thomas Young, VIM, III.
Butler, and James G. Bishop, trustees OF
Slauuton colored school, this city.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Special Excursion.

A special excursion train ever the Short
Line win leave here on Thursday even
ing, Oct. p. at $50, returning win
leave Baltimore at 12.30-giving our cit
zens an opportunity of hearing the cele
brated Lydia Thompson opera troupe In
Stephens Salomon's great satiIical
burlssque. Penelope . Round trip
tickets rs cents adr
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Mr.. Joseph Jackson.

until recently employed at Bay Ridge,
says he is anxious to work for those who
want gardening done. Mr.. Jackson is an
gardener and those who need
his services should call on him now. Sod
ding done, rose bushes trimmed and
flowers potted with great care. Call at
No. Randall street.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
RnckIen,s Arnica salxe.

The best salve in the world for Cuts
Bruises, Sores. Ulcers. Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter. Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Corns and all Skin Eruptions, and posi-
lively cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price % cents per
box For sale by j. Walter Hodges s. Co.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Curricnlnm of stnhins

rp,,; pamphlet giving the graduation aud
mhs seI'um Of studies, prescribed for The
ma NJ schools Of Anne Arundel county,
hss ~ asdop'ed by the School Board, has
a. issued ~ by J. G. Bannon, examiner.
A. Inc grades have sill been raised and
:, @euitlonal grade created. In the high.
sne, S;aae shall be taught; Eiymology and
bs uag lest words; writing. book. keen.
htir ~aG u'Glalion; general history, Thai.
49, > English literature. Westlake's;
IN va Ma Nentwerth's completed: peome-
~, " entworth's first four books: book
en,l~ Aayhsw ,-singlc aud double
leader. "' Aness grammar and
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Life Prisoners in the penitentary.

4, merry James Spencer. who was placed
- sae Maryland peniten,iary Sunday as a
f.isoner Tor life for killing w. S Dawson.
~, = ~ 1886. at Rawlings. Garrett coun
GS ~ his prison garb yesterday and had
:, sI h eai and musiache taken off. Owing
n ~ ~, y, IL health Warden Weyler will not
~ ann to work until after November /
vu Tue hollowware contract will be
Sss sS.e He will then be given some
0S sr' NofS' Including Spencer there are
M, nv ave prisoners in the penitentiary for
Pr.. Ihey are John Heath. colored.
s 1,51 - Brogden, John A. Scott, colored.
S %m. 5aul Reed, Each was convicted for
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Orphans Court.

In the Orphans Court to.d day inventory
Of the personal estate OF Wilson Disney,
was presented and passed.
Also inventory of the personal estate of
JAS. I. Hopkins was presented and pass
ed, together with number of minor
claims that were presented.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
The Isarest of Combinations.

True delicacy of flavor with true eff
cacy of action has been attained in the
famous California liquid fruit remedy
Syrup of Figs. It's pleasant taste and bene-
fetal effects have rendered it immensely
popular. 1t cleanses the System. cures
Costiveness. etc. For sale by j. w. Hold
yes s. Co., City Drug Store.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
County Commissioners.

ee County Commissioners were in
- @ss'on today, passing upon accounts
1 sou uanSacting routine business only.
!. was reported that the Board would APP
go,at Judges of election, aud many poll
"Vlsas were brought here to day in con
:, SSSq 4' but the matter was deferred to
'ue next meeting Of the Board.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

Does the most perfect work of any Laundry in
the country No potash or chemicals used in
cleansing and bleaching clothing. The finest
fabrics done up without blemish Gentle
mems and Ladies' linen a speciality. Satisfac-
ton guaranteed or no charge Linen received
on Mondays and Tuesdays and returned the
end of the week For information apply to
j. n. WELLS. Agt
AT L. III. Rehn'S corner Market Space and
Main street. 4f3t,
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
SWISS STEAM LAUNDRY.
THE LARGEST AND Best LAUNDRY II
THE STATE WITHOUT EXCEPTION.

A new process of Laundering Collars
and Cuffs that far surpasses anything
heretofore known to Lanndrymen. Goods
Numbered in this way will last half as
long again. Collars and Cuffs laundered
at cents each Other work proportion
ately low in price.
Goods ReceiUed Until Wednesday Morning
10 a. m. and delivered ON Saturday,
Goods called for and delivered free.
T. VoLLMER, Jr.,
Main ST.. Sole Agent for Annapolis.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
LOCAL News.
THE WEATHER TO-DAY.

WASHINGTON, Oct, 90, 3 p. M
rr lhe District of Columbia, Maryland
delaware and Virginia, rain; warmer;
muhwcserly winds,
thermometer at THE CAPITAL office
nj noon to-day stood 'I2'
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Annapolis Repre- sented.

At the missionary entertainment to be
given by the Lafayette Square Presbyter-
hn Sabbath School, BALTIMORE, to-mor-
TOW evening, when all nations will be rep
resented, Miss Lucy Redmond, of this
city. will represent Africa.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Town and Farm Property.

Persons having town or farm property
for sale can fiud purchasers by placing
same in the hands of MELVIN & NAN
CHA. Real Estate Agents, Annapolis, nd.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
..o,l.&naltlmoro short Line X. r..

,,.- Sunday. June 18th 1883, pas
90 ana ~ ,5,lI cave Annapolis, as follows
el'' ootts ARRIVE IN BALTIMORE
LgsvE ANN tua IN. Arrive at 49,. Z so a. IN,
Ia lD30 "A. m. =, 80 % O. =,
Al p, M 80 - Ai'
,-,vouE. iAHRIVEIE ANSAPOLIs.
LnFL BAIL s.no. IN. Arrive at....9.s0 a. IN,
coop, III. 9. 5V ~ n'
60 p. IN. soy ~ ii'
Leave Bal'imorc 9i5 o. IN Arrive houno
by i.a Wv Rouud Bay 1880 p IN, Arrive Baltl-
more I olT leaves Baltimore at $50 a. m.
titts" Annapolis at BIO p. IN.
SUNDAY TRAINS:
90 ANNAPOLIS at Z 80 a. ID. and 10 p. H.
R9aa aya I'm baltimore at 9lj a. H., 2O9 p. m. and
40 ?. No. -, IN.
grrights received and dispatched daily at
f4'''''' &. NJ. LEILICH, Genl. Manager.
ugERT WEIGH, Gcnl. Agt.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
rrsor ADVERTISING /:

erst insertion. &I.o0; subse-
one inch ~ 20 cents. Liberal rates made
,aaat nseI cruising by the month or yeasr Tn
- those az, ~ square will constitute thll
hasre ,,,cement OF marriages and
".,rhdary ahl,o"tituary notices will be charg-
5stss free, g bslf the usual rates of advertls-
..s,..l notices and political or special COM
~ boag,e,,lr.. , cents per hne'
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

The moon is now in full shining power
if she gets a chance
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

CURES PILES. BURNS, CUTS, CORNs,
BRUISES, CHILBLAINS s PROSTITUTES.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

Invalids should remember that the
causes OF sick and nervous headache may
be promptly removed by taking Ayers
Pills. These Pills speedily correct irregu
larllics of the stomach, liver and bowels,
and arc the mildest and most reliable ca
thartic In use.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

E Se 70 y Harris Cigar Store and get
~ S =, from one Of Chandler Shake
ION o. ine only place in the city wher-
Vsn get II. A. HART, SO Md. Ave.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

The pumpkin has turned to gold in the
Autumnal sunshine.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

There is a growing demand for powder
and shot at this time.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

1t will be great relief to the eyes
when the fashion in plain trousers
changes.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
TIME TABLES.
,otis w. g. Il. Railroad.

not 3rd. 1887, passenger trains
90 snh ~ wa onaIis as follows
81. ie"'' ...,,rrs ARRIVE IN ANNAPOLIS.
rr.yE m Mai. IA. IN.
ys q, ~ Accom- ........,9 So a. m.
ytr....,7 r.. -, 90, a. Mail mills p. m.
~. y. !, Nm ~ passenger. 5.55 p. IN.
Hall.---.. on n IN AccOm..........t.Oo y. III.
A,s2a ,,,,t leave Annapolis at $50 a.
sunday lI".n' Arrive 10 30 a. IN, and 30 p. IN.
O. aaa i'iO f.o.a,r.h,s are run between baltimore
Taf2lsIn I on all the above trains; o,,or
ThrquRn, tfr"I@ht tuesday and Friday at 800
A u.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

To speak little gives grace and auiho1
ity TO what is delivered.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

The truant boy should be logged to
school,
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23
Kisses.

The gobble of the turkey brings with i
an odor Of cranberry sauce and celery.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1888-10-23

Main ST.. Sole Agent for Annapolis.
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1888-11-02

Evangelists Burnett and Mulkey are still
in the city and conducting religious services
from day to day. In our closing remarks in
last weeks issue, in speaking Of the revival
here, we said wonderful results have
attended their evangelistIc labors at other
places, and we may look for the same here. D."
The wonderful work OF grace had com.
menced, and has been growing and deepen
ing ever since. Ed. Burnett occupied the
pulpit at the II O'Clock service last Sunday
in the Methodist church, and at the same
hour Ed. Mulkey occupied the pulpit in the
Baptist church. 1t had been previously
announced that the ordinance of baptism
would be administered in the Baptist church
at the 7:3O p. IN. service Sunday This, how
ever, was changed, and the ordinance Of
baptism was administered at 6;30 in the
presence of large congregation, when they
were dismissed and all repaired to the
Williams opera house, where it had been
announced their final service would take
place. No brass bands, political gatherings
or any. other kind Of gathering had ever
packed the opera house as It was packed
last Sunday night The Christian and the
sinner alike, pronounce it a wonderful
house. A house filled with all classes of
people, and while Ed. BOurnett poured out
the Gospel truths and the Christian people
scattered through the congregation were
holding him up with their prayers, Gods
spirit came down and filed the house as it
was never filed before. The churches in
town being too small to entertain the con
gregation, Mr. Williams, the proprietor,
kindly offered them the use of the opera
house from day to day until the meeting
should close. 1t was left to a vote of the
congregation on Sunday night as to whether
or not the meeting should continue, and it
was unanimOusin favor of continuing. 1t is
We will endeaYor in our next issue to give
the number of conversions during the meet
ing
The Lake Charles echo. [volume] (Lake Charles, Parish of Calcasieu, La.) 1876-1898, 1888-11-02

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. ~, 1883.
General rains fell in the State during the
past week, from the 2lst to 25th aud 27th, the
amounts ranging from .one-halt to over six
and one-half inches. This rainfall breaks
the pTotracted drouth of about a month";
duration, and was very favorable In its
effects on garden produce, grass and grain,
and was an aid to the sugar cane. It has,
however, retarded the gathering of the
cotton crop.
The temperature was generally below the
seasopable average except the coast parishes,
where 1t is reported about the average.
There was a great deficiency in the amount
of sunshine received, 1t averaging barely 20
per cent.
MISCELLANEOUS NOTES.
From East Carroll parish it is reported that
the cotton crop win be 80 per cent. short.
From Union farmers report about rs per
cent. of cotton crop, and about an average
corn crop.
From Cathahoula, it is estimated that TO-
600 bales Of cotton will be shipped this sea
son, being loss Of about 40 per cent
From Ayoyelles, it is estimated that the
cotton crop Re fully one-thiTd short.
From st. Bernard, that the rice harvest Is
nearly over.
From Acadia, it is reported the rice crop
viii average the same as last year, and that
the harvest is near completion.
From Iberia. that the late rains have bene-
fited the plant and winTowed cane, and will
doubtless soften the woody condition OF
ratoons for the mill.
From Lafourche, that the rain may do the
sugar cane some good, and that IL has been
very beneficial to planters in supplying water
for field and household purposes.
r. y. KERKAE,
Signal Corps Director.