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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07
ONE DAYS GRACE.
An Ultimatum Whose Liberality is Simply
Astonishing.

An Ultimatum Whose Liberality is Simply
Astonishing.
I'D like to report sab, dat my wife
ar missin'," said an old colored man
who came to the Gratriot Avenue Sta
ton the other day.
"Well, since how long?'
"Bout nine days. sab. "
"Under what circumstances"
went right off an didn't come
back"
whats her description"
BLACK, sab. She's black all ober.
an got wart under de left eye. Dat 5
as fur as | remember"
Have you any idea of her where
abouts?"
mot 'zactly sab. She might hev
gone to Canada, an she might be in de
ribber. She was very onsartin wo-
man."
"Well, if any thing turns up we'll
let you knog."
''TssAksl sab; but to-morrer is de
last day. you know. If she doan' come
back BY dat time, TIE free of her"
"Bosh! Who told you thatP"
"Lots o folks. Hain't 'er truc?"
''Of course not"
"Hu but | guess it is. Mus be sc
or dey wouldn er tole me. Howeber,
to make sartin bout it, I'll wait 'leber
days fore | marry agin, and den she
can't jump on me fur alimony. Much
obleeged, sab. It's de fust time any o.
my wives eber run'd OFF dis way
Detroit Free Press.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07
FOR OUR YOUNG FOLKS.
a REGULAR LIVE BOY

He was not at all particular
To keep the perpendicular
While walking, for he either skipped or jumped
He stood upon his head awhile,
And, when he went to bed awhile,
He dove among the pillows, which he thumped
He never could keep still bit;
The lookers-on thought i'll of it;
He balanced on his ear the kitchen broom;
And did some neat trapezing,
Which was wonderfully pleasing,
On every peg in grandpa's harness-room.
From absolute inanity,
The Get approached insanity
To see him slide the banisters, so rash;
But once on that mahogany,
While trying to toboggan, he
Upset his calculations with a crashl
And since that sad disaster
He has gone about in plaster
Not of Paris, like a nice Italian toy;
But the kind the doctor uses,
When the bumps and cuts and bruises
Overcome little regular live boyl
George Cooper, in 50. Nicholas.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07
THE POISONED KEY.
How Padaa's Tyrant Disposed of Disa
greeabie Companions.

HreeaDie companions
Another delightful relic of the life
and times of the Tyrant of Padua is a
simple key-about the size of an ordi-
nary door key. 1t was the key of the
Dukes library in his private room.
When he wanted to get rid of any of
his suite or any person in his household
that he had bitter feeling against, he
used to ring his bell and ask for Mr..
John to be sent to him Clancy name of
course.) When John entered the Duke
would say: 30, John, | wish you would
go to the bookcase in my private room
and bring me the Dagonet Ballads. "
Certainly, your Grace" Mr.. John
would say, and away he would ,rot
with the key in his hand When he
got to the library he would put the key
in the lock of the bookcase and turn
it. But directly he turned it, out of the
handle of the key shot long poisoned
needle, which stabbed the hand of the
holder and instantly shot back again.
John would let go of the key and say:
what the deuce was that" He would
look at his hand and see only a small,
dark blue spot. He would think
nothing of it but all of sudden
he would begin to feel queer in his
head. Presently some one would come
in and find him in fit on the floor and
the household would be alarmed. MIR.
John has had a stroke of fit" the
people would say. A doctor would be
sent for, but his services would be Of no
avail. In twenty-four hours Mr.. John
would be dead and everybody would
think he had died through fit There
were no bothering coroners' inquests to
upset the plans of clever fellows like
the Duke Francis in those days.
George d. Linds, IN Referee.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07

Yes" said the young lady sum-
mer boarder, "a camp-meeting must
be very interesting. 1 have always
wanted to 20 to one" $50 have l."
said the landlady, "but always comes
the same week as the fall races. -
San Francisco Chronicle.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07

-Coverly Shorts-Its a daisy, old
man. get them of a Cuban who
smuggles them. Kirby Stone (breath-
ing cautiously)-Say, Cow, why don't
you get the same Cuban to follow you
round and smuggle the smoke
Puck
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07

The more wheat man owns the
more firmly he is convinced that war
in Europe can not long be delayed.
Take us all in all. we are q selfish lot
of mortals. Most any American would
see Europe at war if he could make five
hundred dollars by it.-Detrott Free
Press.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07

In the agricultural districts of Rus
STA the women do two-thirds of the
field work. The men don't wait there
for the girls to propose.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07
Has lt2

Has the liquor traffic ever built a
church, asylum, or endowed a collegep
Has it ever set a standard of bust
ness character which is recognized in
banks and counting-rooms?
Has it ever given society q single
at-brained and great-hearted manP
Has it ever made wife happier
than she would be with a sober hus-
band?
Has it ever led youth up into noble
manhood?
Has it ever paid its own way as =
revenue returnerp
Has it ever lessened crime end
criminals?
No, no! Then, has it not been
weighed and found wanting, and been
condemned as malefactor?
Dare you sustain such an agency
and claim to be % good citizcn?-The
Issue.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07

THE drunkard and the snakes rattle
are alike warnings for those who woNlo
not be bit,
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1888-04-07

THE first w. C. T. u. in Mexico has
been formed in the City of Mexico,
with Mrs. Z. g. Taber as president,
The Spanish language will be used in
conducting the work.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
PRoHIslTIoNIsTs' CONVENTION.
Over Ono Thousand Delegates in Attend.
ance-Governor John p. st. John Sc
lected Chairman.

Over One Thousand Delegates in Attend.
ance-Gosernor John p. st. John Se-
lectsd Chairman.
INDIANAPOLIS, IND, May 3l.-The Nation
al Prohibitionist Convention convened here
yesterday. The morning proceedings con-
sisted mainly of the appointment of com.
mitrees.
In the afternoon the Committee on Gre
dentials reported that l,029 delegates and
the same number of alternates were in at
tendance, every State and Territory
being represented except Louisi-
ana, Mississippi, South Carolina and
Wyoming. The Committee on
permanent organization named John P.
St. John for Permanent Chairman and
Sam Small for Secretary, and they were
chosen unanimously. In taking the chair,
Governor ST. John said that be would
rather be elected Chairman of the conven-
ton than be elected President OF
the United States through the
rum power. As the committee on
platform was not ready to report, the con-
vention adjourned until 9o'clock to-day.
The committee is still in session at late
hour last night and it is learned that the
woman suffrage plank is proving bone Of
contention.
The general committee on resolutions
late last night decided the woman suffrage
issue by instructing its subcommittee to
incorporate plain uncompromising suf-
frage plank. The vote was % to 8.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31

Samuel Wilson was killed by hsnd-car
near GAINESVILLE.
Theresa Zoms, of Ripley, was divorced
and married the same day.
Ephraim Arter and boy named Bennett
were caught stealing wheat at Tiffin and
sent to jail.
Frank Hatch, formerly of Cincinnati,
was drowned while fishing in the Broux
river, at Fordham, \. Y,
A seven-year-old boy at New Bremen
while riding velocipede, fell into cellar
and was seriously injured.
The bondsmen of Israel Lucas, the de-
faulting Treasurer of Auglaize county, will
have TO pay nearly $4,000.
John Conway, an employe of the Lima
Car Works, was Instantly killed by the
bursting of an emery wheel.
The application for the Communication Of
'Blinkyn Morgan's sentence will be heard
BY the Board 81 Pardons July II.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
Ceremonies at the Capital.

WASHINGTON, May 31,-The exercises at
tending the decoration of 1900 soldiers
graves in the vicinity OF Washington, were
conducted here yesterday according to the
usual programme. The day was holiday
in Washington. Ali the Departments were
closed, neither House of Congress was in
session. and as a rule business was sus-
pended. Members of the q. A. r. Posts,
and of the veteran corps in the city, to-
gether with thousands of citizens, visited
the different cemeteries in and about
Washington, and renewed their annual
tribute TO the memory of dead
comrades and soldiers. At Arlington
Cemetery, Senators Manderson and Palmer
delivered ELOQUENT orations, and Congress
man Mckinney, of New Hampshire, GRATED
at the Congressional Cemetery. Special
memorial exercises were held at the tomb
of General Logan, in Rock Creek Cemetery,
under the auspices of the Grand Army OF
the Republic. At the Soldiers Home
Cemetery, and i'll fact everywhere where
there are soldiers graves, the exercises,
ceremonies and scenes were beautiful,
touching and appropriate. Martial music
resounded, eloquent orations were heard,
and wagon loads of flowers were scattered
over acres of soldiers graves by veteran
comrades, their wives and children and cit
izeps.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
Attempt at Highway Robbery.

NoGALEs. A. T.. Nav 3l-A desperate at
tempt was made to kill the tax collector of
Magdalena district, Sonosa. Mex, near the
town of Santa Anna. The scene of the at
tempted robbery is IN thickly-settled por-
ton OF the district, where the collector
gathered a large amount of money. While
he was passing along the road, the robbers
fired upon him and servant from ambush.
After the first fire the robbers, thinking
the shots had taken effect, attempted to
rush upon the collector, but he opened fire
with Winchester rife, killing one The
other robbers fled, leaving the collector and
servant unharmed, but badly frighteded,
as they had large amount OF money with
them. The dead robber was recognized a.
a man who lived in the vicinity.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31

NEW YORK, May 3l.-When the memoir
ial services were over, committee of the
Brooklyn Tlden Club took charge of the
President and his party. Re-entering their
carriages the party were driven to the resi-
dence of Mr.. Marvin Cross where the Pres
ident held a reception. After partaking of
luncheon. Mr.. Cleveland was driven to the
Navy Yard where a dispatch boat was
waiting TO convey him TO Jersey city. A
few minutes were spent in looking
about the yard, the Chief Magistrate and
his party embarked and reached the Penn
sylvania railroad wharf at Jersey City q
few minutes before the starting time of his
train. After few hurried farewells, the
train pulled out and the Presidents friends
were left with his assurance that he had
greatly enjoyed his visit
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
The Marietta Centennial Celebration.

MARIETTA, May 3l.-Every thing points
to another successful centennial celebra-
ton here. Senators Evarts and Daniels
are the orators for the occasion, though the
states of the old northwest will be represen-
ted by speakers of their own selections.
Governor Foraker will arrive with Mrs.
Foraker, July IA, and, with his servants,
keep open house at the fine residence of
J. H. Grafton, Esq, which will be assigned
him. He will formally receive as Ohio's
post to the other states, the Governors
commissioners and distinguished citizens
remaining in that capacity until the Goth.
The centennial building, with seating
capacity of 6,000 is under way. 1t will be
lighted by elsctricity, as will be the streets
and parks, surrounding it. Mr.. Gray,
electrical manager, of the Cincinnati ex-
position, will have charge of this depart
ment. General Ewing of New York, will
address the pioneer society on pioneer day.
The departments of early relics will be of
especial interest General Bragg, of the
commerce exposition. writes the commit
tee that he will be among the visitors. The
news of the probable death of General
Sheridan brings disappointment as well as
sadness, for he was also to be guest uf
this occasion. He has ordered a company
of troops and the Barracks Band from Co
lumbus to be here in honor of the great
event.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
A Dashing Woman Elopes.

BOWLING GREEN, May 3l.-Mrs. Ella
Sheets, a handsome young widow about %
years of age, has caused a decided sensa-
ton in Bowling Green by clipping with a
man named J. Smith. The lady's husband
died some nine months ago, leaving her
of home and two young children. Smith,
who was employed in the glass factory,
came here some time ago and shortly after
the death of Mr.. Sheets began boarding
with the widow, and soon succeeded in
winning the lady favor. A few days ago
Mrs. Sheets mortgaged what property she
had and left for parts unknown, leaving
her children in the care OF her sister, who
was visiting her, unprovided for. The sis
ter has taken the little ones to Tiffin, where
fore borne a spotless reputation and her
conduct has caused her many friends here
the greatest surprise.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31

Mrs. Phoebe Cheseley, Peterson, Clay
Co., Iowa, tells the following remarkable
story, the truth of which is vouched for by
the residents of the town: IL am rs years
old, have been troubled with kidney CON-
plant and lameness for many years; could
not dress myself without help. Now | am
free from all pain and soreness, and am
able to do ali my own housework. owe
my thanks to Electric Btters for having
renewed my youth, and removed COM
pletely all disease and pain" Try bot
tie, soc. and 81. at Charles Ludlow & Co. IS
Drug Store.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
MARYLAND p. E. CHURCH.
Annual Convention and Sermon-An A
on the Catholic Church.


on the Catholic Church.
BSLTIMoRE. May 3l.-The annual con-
vention of the Protestant Episcopal Church
of the diocese of M"ryland met yesterday
in St. Peters Church. Rev. Albert r.
Stuart, of Georgetown, preached the annual
sermon. "The church." he said, 'is grow
ing in power and wealth. and yet there is
much TO cause dread. The perilous times
of which the apostles spoke have come, and
there can be no doubt but that great dam
ger is at hand from Italianism and infidel-
ity The practical question now is. are we
going back to Judaism, or are we holding
ON TO too slavish respect for the ordi-
nances of men, 1t looks like we are, and it
is tins that is driving many into Romanism
and Others into the arm of infidelity.
There is simplicity of faith. Instead of
relying rpon the pure gospel their minds
run to forms and they soon descend TO semi
paganism OF blanknothing."
Bishop Paret in his annual address said
he thought there were too many chspels
and that the work OF a parish should be
confined to central church. During the
year he confirmed l,90l persons. The Epis-
copal fund made such slow progress that he
thought of abandoning il. In two years
but s., 500 had been raised of the $50. 900 de-
sired. The report of the committee on con-
vocation was that they do not think any
change in the canon on convocation is de-
sirable at this time. 1t was made the first
order for Tomorrow
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31

ATTACKED FROM AMBUSH.
4 Sherirr's Posse is Literally Wiped Out
by Western Deperadoes.

ST. LOUIS, May 3l.-At Musick's Ferry,
near ST Charles, on the Missouri river. the
Sheriff of ST. Louis county and a posse OF
three deputies, endeavored TO arrest q gang
of riyermen, and battle ensued, in which
Deputy Albert Anlfeldt was fatally in
jured Deputy John Monohan was seriously
shot through the bowels, and Deputy C. c.
Garrett was hit three times by bullets, but
not dangerously wounded Sheriff Allen
escaped unhurt, il is believed, but cannot
besfound at this time. 1t is feared that he
also has fallen victim TO the desperadoes.
There appears to have been seven men who
were in ambush. The whole band is
known, and posse is now in search OF
them
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
At Get,r.nurr Rattle Fi.ld.

GETTYSBURG. Pa, May 31.-The town i.
thronged with visitors, and thousands
viewed the impressive service at the Ma
tional Cemetery. During the morning eX-
ercises were held in the various town Gem
eteries and churchyards and the graves of
colored veterans. The imposing procession
in the afternoon included orators and dis
tinguished guests in carriages, Gettysburg
Fire Department Sons of Veterans, G. A.
R. members ex-soldiers and citizens. At
the cemetery the public school children
strewed flowers over the graves, and
the firemen decorated the National Mon
ument At the rostrum DR.. P. NJ. Bickle, of
Pennsylvania College opened with prayer.
Coronel William T. Ryan, of Rochester. n.
y. recited President Lincoins memorable
address delivered here in 1868. Congress
man 7. E. Tarsney, of Michigan, was the
orator OF the day, his brief address referred
TO the rise and progress of constitional lib
erty and drew the conclusion that the re-
suits attained at Gettysburg permanently
settled its stability and benefits, and closed
with fitting selection from Will Carlton.
The poet, Colonel d. C. Sprague of WASH
ington, read poem of rare beauty, after
which the benediction was pronounced by
Rev T. j. Barkley Of the Reformed Church.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31

BosroN, May 31.-About 1000 people
witnessed the three mile race between Tee
mer and Gaudaur yesterday afternoon at
the Point of Pines. There was considerable
swell on at the advertised time of starting
but at o. clock the water had calmed, and
at sos start was made. Both took the
water at the same time, Teemer rowing 3s
strokes per minute, Gaudaur 49, Teemer
gained one length an eighth CT mile away
and gradually increased it to the first turn,
which he made at $40, half minute ahead
of Gaudaur. The return to the starting
point was made in 81 minutes, both turn
ing together. The third stake was turned
10 Teemer in Sis, Gaudaur 5l:Sk Teemer
finished at 5:22, and Gaudaur two and a
half lengths behind. Time 16 minutes. To
the uninitiated the affair was somewhat in
teresting, but to the experienced it savored
of what is frequently termed put up
job" No real work was done by either
man, Teemer taking his ease throughout
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
LOCAL NOTICES.


Mr.. W. II. Morgan, merchant, Lake
City, Fla, was taken with a severe Geld,
attended with distressing Cough and run
ming into Consumption in its first stages.
He tried many so called popular cough rem
edies and steadily grew worse. Was re-
duced in flesh, had difficulty in breathing.
and was unable to sleep. Finally tried DR..
Kings New Discovery for Consumption
and found immediate relief, and after using
about half dozen bottles found himself
well, and has had no return of the disease.
No other remedy can show so grand a
record of cures. as DIR. Kings New Dis
covery for Consumption. Guaranteed to
do just what is claimed for it. Trial bottle
free at Charles Ludlow & Co. 5 Drug Store.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31

CHICAGO, May BIB. H. Jones passed
through the city. last evening in custody
of an officer, en- route to Stafford, Kansas
Up to about two months ago Jones was the
bookkeeper of the First National Bank at
Stafford, and WAS implicitly trusted by the
bank officials. At that time, however, he
became interested in hotel enterprise and
il is claimed that in order TO meet his
obligations he began appropriating money
from the bank. This ran on several weeks
when he suddenly decampcd. He was ar
rested at Pittsburg, Pa. His defalcation
amounts TO about 81 OO0
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
A General Tie-Up

Of all the means of public conveyance In
large city, even for few hours, during
strike of the employees, means genera
paralyzing of trade and industry for the
time being, and is attended with an enor
nous aggregate loss to the community
How much more serious to the individual
is the general tie-up of his system, known
as constipation, and due to the strike OF the
most important oryans for more prudent
treatment and better care. II too long neg
lected, torpid or sluggish liver will pro
duce serious forms of kidney and liver dis
eases, malsrial trouble and chronic dyspep,
sia. Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Purgatiye Pei
lets are preventive and cure Of these dis
orders. They are prompt, sure and efec
tive, pleasant to take, and positively harm
less.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31
HAS AN EFFECT At ROME.
The Popular Protest of Ireland CoAsid-
cred by the Pope.

LONDON, May 3l-There was little or no
news here yesterday. Everything in Lon
don, probably everything in England was
subordinatsd to the time-honored derby.
Every one who owned vehicle of any
kind or who pretended to be anybody, APP
parently took their way to EPSON Downs
yesterday to witness the annual race The
papers all report large numbers there,
which indeed was the case, but neverthe-
less the popularity of the race is gradually
though surely declining. The betting was
largely in favor Of one horse and nearly
every wear the winner is so generally
selected to put money on before the race
that the excitement of the affair has
lost much of its old-time inspiration.
Indeed, if is were not for the antiquity
which is connected with the derby, and
which makes the race grand event in the
Englishman's year, it wonld excite no
more favor than any other first class race.
The coach stands lacked the usual number
of Americans, but those who were there
ASSERTED themselves more than in any pre-
vious year. A vast improvement was
noticeable in the conduct of the rouChs
who usually make driving on
the EPSON road on derby days
thing of misery. They were
much less boisterous yesterday, and COM
pared with ten years ago the spectacle af-
forded by their laborousiy funny efforts
was mild The offensive custom of -four
throwing and pea-shooting has ceased, and
one could drive in comparative comfort
The popular protest by Ireland against
the papal rescript is apparently having po-
tent effect at Rome, as kilograms from there
indicate that the Vatican is preparing to
recind the political aspect of the document,
and emphasize its purely religious charac-
ter.
Mr. Bright is much better now, and his
physicians consider that the crisis is past.
Unless he has a relapse, he is now on a fair
road to recovery.
Archbishop togue, Coadjutor to Arch
bishop McGettigan, of Armagh, presided
over the Bishops meeting in. Dublin yestcr-
day. He was on tour, and was at DUNCAN
non, when he was suddenly summoned to
be the President, of the Episcopal meeting.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-05-31

WASHINGTON. May 31.-Pcnsions were
granted to Ohioans yesterday as follows:
Original invalid-Samuel Peckens, Cincin-
natl; George A. Kashner, Circleyille;
William II. Gibson, Tiffin; J. B. Garner,
Lynchburg; Joshua Simon, North Jack
son; William Gravett deceased, Felicity
Samuel Stokes, GAINESVILLE; Clark n. Craig.
Monroe Mills, Aaron Howey. Berea; John
F. Eglein, Cleveland; Thomas Roe Bu-
chanan; Thomas o. Halleran, Junction
City.
Increase - Erasmus Bridge. Franklin; !;
Ben Bell, Ripley; Henry Besdorf, Hamil-
ton; Thomas L. Douglass. Mansfield !;
William n. Haley, Xenia; Jasper J. Allen,
Stella; Madison Juvenile, Greenfield.