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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1888-05-03
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BIrEnII.L, Apr %, less.
Mr.. Edt"r.
The Bluchill Republican town commit
tee are missing. Whoever will return them
to our village in season To hold caucus
to choose delegates to attend the conyen-
ton at Portland when it is called. will get
the reward of pre- cents
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nlNGUN 10 HARm4HnnR.
CouMEScING APRIL =. Isss.


sin pleasant weather only.
tSinps on signal or notice to Conductor
These Trains connect at Bangor, vi it'll through,
trains on Main Linc to and from Portland boston
and st. John.
sunday trips between Bangor and Bar IIaror
will begin May 2tth.
The steamer tty OF Rithmond has resumed
trips between Portland and Machiasport
making two round trips Der week, lea wing Mach
ia~iinri at \ tGa m ever Honday and Thnrs,lay.
ictHrnin- leave Portland at II 20 p. NJ, every
TUESDAY ami Friday.
PAlSON TUCKER,
Vice Pres. and Gen'l Manager.
F. e. B)OriBY, fiep'l Pass. and Ticket Ag't.
Mar 20, ISIS. lyr25
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1888-05-03
Beauty without Paint.

What makes my skin 20 dark and muddy
My cheeks were once 20 smooth and ruddy
use the best cosmetics made
l. what a lovely mailfn said.
That's not The cure. my charming Miss
The doctor said remember this:
II YOU your skin woulI Keep from faint,
Discard the powder and the paint.
THE proper thing Tor all such ill.,
Is this" remarked the man OF pills:
Enrich the b"ni and make it pure
In this You'll ind the only eurn.'
Dr. Perce's Golden Medical Discovery will
10 this without fail. II has no equal. All
druggists.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1888-05-03
The Second District,

Congressman Dingley was renomnated
at the Republican convention in Lewiston.
Friday afternoon. 7. X. Simonton OF
Camden, and George A. Wilson of Paris,
were chosen delegates to Chicago.
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Another Rise IN Phosphate Rock.

There has been further advance Of
fifty cents per ton in the price of this fer
tililin9 material This makes a rise Of
$500 per ton since Jan. |. The ruling
prices in Charleston, :. C., are now for
crude rock s. 90: hot air dried $500; and
crushed rock $50 per ton: from which
it is evident that the present low prices
of Commercial Fertilizers cannot long con-
tinue. since the manufacturers who do not
own phosphate deposits will have to pay
these increased prices.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1888-05-03

one THOUSAND DOLLARS TO FARM
YRS The attention of our readers is
called to this offer by the Pacific Guano
Co., of Boston. See advertisement in an
other column
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pital book All those whose names are borne
upon this register are excused from duty,
and Is "a rub none Others are. Then there
are calls for dinner. calls for supper,
calls for drill, calls Tor fatigue duty, calls
for drcss-parade and calls for evening
rull-call.
just before the hour of retiring comes
The tattoo a drum beat which warns
the men that it X nearly hcd-iime and TO
make preparations therefor This is
closlv followed ny the taps" \; this
call the lights are c>tingnished and I'll.
noise of the camp OF garrison Is hushed.
ON SUNDAY the chaplain generally has "a
call Ia preach" and the soldiers call" to
listen to him that they may have oppor-
tunitv IA make their caU and election
sure"
We will thauk any OF our correspond
cntS or readers who will furnish u with
statements relative to business in their
respective localities We very much de-
sire t. recognize AMI suitably mention all
business enterprises in the county. The
follow Ing j. brief statement Of the news
We most desire. Business enterprises OF
all Kinds repairs ami Improvements. loss
Of property when important accidents
when serious Or fatal important meetings,
political religious or social crimes Of
general interest celebrations in brief and
all local events which are Of gcHcrd in
tcr,>t News DO: marked Interest should
be forwarded with the least possible de-
lay The editor % this paper j. also
~ nt for the associated press and often
tcl,graphs important news when season
ably received
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The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28
Wanted.

A young lady who is not over sixteen
years old, writes n good hand, fine math-
ematician and swift typewriter. One who
is well acquainted in Memphis, Of pleasant
address, and possessed OF rare converse
tional powers, to accept permanent posi-
ton in an Office rs private secretary. Must
give the best OF references and establish the
fact that she has never chewcd any OF sol
coleman's ko-ko tulu, and will never do so
as long as she remains single.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

Traveller Insurance Company Hartford. Conn.
Dear sin.-The prompt payment OF tho
5000 life insurance policy held by my late
husband In your company, through The
hands OF your agents, Mcssn. Marx q
Bcnsdori, Of this city, causes mo TO pub
licly recommend your company 10 all con.
templating life insurance.
desire further 20 state that your agents,
Mcssrs. Marx 4 Bensdori, attended to all
the necessary papers required without any
expense 10 me whatever, and the payment
was made within eight days after the pa
pers were forwarded 10 you. Respectfully,
Mrs. W.. BukBAuM.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

This Il the second Time We have had coca
sion 10 remind the Catholics u Memphis 10
beware Of "a hypocrite named 0'Brcn, who
claims 10 be priest, and under this guise
succeeds In obtaining money contribution.
from susceptible and charltably disposed
people says the Catholic Journal " america.
lie b an unmitigatcd scoundrcl. and de.
serves 10 be turned over 10 the police and
receive the extreme penalty Of the law. lie
represents himself a. the newly appointed
nastor OF n. Dngids and the priest IN charg,
Of 81. Agnes. lie Is smooth shavon, oily
tongued fellow about iiity ycan old, and an
extremely plausible ialkor.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

II you will send us your address, We will
mail You our illustrated pamphlet explain.
ing ali about DIR. Dyes Celebrated Electro
voltaic Belt and Appliances, and their
charming effects upon the nervous debili-
tatcd system, and how they will quickly re-
store you 10 yigor, manhood and health. II
you are thus afflicted, we will send you d
Belt and Appliances on trial.
NoLTAIo BELT Co, Marshall Mich.
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Affenfian NIL

For sprains bruises. rheumatism, cramps
Inflammation. swelling, cuts, burns, etc, In
man, and splint ringbone, windgall, cpl
Eootic, scratches, ETC., in horses, Rangum
Root Liniment Is n sure cure. The king OF
Liniments" is the universal verdict Never
fails to cure any ailmcnt that can be reached
by an external medical application. 50cents
per bottle. For sale at Holsters drug store
2S3 Main street.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

publican member Of Congress from this
district for whom every one, Democrats
as well, confess admiration, has cast his
fortunes with the Memphis and Shelby
county wing Of his party, and opened q
law office in this city. The ex-congress-
man, like his party all over the State, is
sanguine OF Republican triumphin Novem-
Der next, in both State and national cleo
tons. When asked who his party would
nominate against Gov. Taylor, he replied:
81 do not know, vet whoever II is will be
the next Governs, of Tennessee" In
stantly the Democrats who heard him had
out their loose change and wanted to plank
a few shekels, but the Hon. Zach answered
not in kind, merely giving answer, "You'll
need it to have the Democratic party's
grave filed"
"Who are you in favor OF for SENATOR"
asked some one who is suspected OF hay
ing his owl eyes in that direction.
Myself, promptly replied the popular
Republican. P"Who are you for?" he in
qaired OF the anxious inquirer.
me, too" WIS the response.
"shake!" AMI TIE party dispersed.
Col. Simon GrgsL has, at the earnest re-
quest OF his :iisnds, entered the field OF
magisterial candidates, and will run to
represent the city at large. 81 have stood
by the party through thick and thin ever
since i WIS old enough TO stand by any
thing. and u they now stick by me I'll 60
through; otherwise will sleep as soundly
as ever and bear no man i'll will, was his
sole comment when questioned on the sub
ject by an APPEAL reporter. The colonel
spoke sincerely, as all who know him will
attest. II the county court is to remain rs
at present, men OF the eolonel's type
should be placed in Office. 1t is another
chance for 1--WE, the people" to rise in
their might and crush the old political
hacks that now hold the balance OF power
in the court beyond any possibility Of iu-
ture resurrection.
Notwithstanding the blight Of days and
weeks, bringing election day nearer and
nearer, no one heroically rushes into the
inviting gap, and cries, "Here am for the
Legislature. Do with me MS you see proper,
Just so that be nomination and election. u
II is said that the Hon. Ralph Davis will
be seen in the arena, striving 10 knock on,
opposition, and "Judgc" Hunters spoken
OF for the honor. Neither OF these gentle.
men has yet declared himself. 1t is fur.
ther said that the Hon. Ralph's yearnings
are for the Senate, but age stands between
him and that distinction. lie must watch
and wait.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

xerxcs could call by name every soldier
Of his immense army Cato had such q won
dcrful memory that he thoroughly mas.
tered the Greek language NJ eighty years Of
ace. Great memories are made by Prof.
Iolfette's marvellous system, which he
teaches by correspondence. send for pros
pcctus aud testimonials 10 Prof Loiscite,
tS5 Fifth ave, N. Y. A revelation for you.
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$40 20 ~. I.ouI. and Return.

The Louisville & Nashville railroad will
sell tickets 10 81. Louis and return, account
Democratic convention, at $40. Tickets
sold list 10 9Th OF June. Good returning
June Is. Through slcepcrs. Secure berths
early at Office, No. 3l2 Main street, corner
Monroe
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T.rr ihn Irnn MonniaIn rnnto from

TsKE the Iron Mountain route from
Memphis 10 Little Rock, Hot Springs,
and All points In Arkansas and Texas.
Two trains daily each way, leaving Mem
phis nj o'clock am. and ll:l6 o'clock
pm. Sleeper il ready for occupancy At
b o'clock pm. Depot, Tennessee and Cal
houn streets. II. ID. WnAoS,
Passenger and Ticket Agent
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s,o ~ C,,c,..s,, ..d Return.

The Memphis & Charleston viii sell
round trip tickets TO Cincinnati and re-
turn at $40, on account OF meeting OF 81.
preme Lodge, Knightsoi Pythias, on June
b and 10, good TO return until juno %.
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Pure Water

From the famous waukesha springs will
be served free 10 all guests during the
summer at FLOYD 4 MooxEY's.
270 and PSI Main street.
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the New KIsdersarsss.

The work necessary for the establishment
Of free kindergarten school for the poor
children o. Memphis Il progressing favora'
bly,. The president, Mn Clarence fclden,
Il much encouraged, aud i working hnrd Ia
put the school on firm basis. The differ
ent Commuters are canvnssing the city fog
members, and al the regular monthly meet.
ing, June 0, II Il expected that n large mum
Der Of interested workers will be- present
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Anather EIne Front.

We have secured J. n. Mulford's con
tract for plate-glass alone amounting 10
over 5000.
COLE MANUFACTURING COMPANY.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

Finsr-cLAss table board at fransiola's
on Front street, opposite cusiom.house.
The table Is supplied with the choicest
food the markets afford and carefully
served. Regular meals 30 cents.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

Served 10 all guests free Of charge during
the summer months nj
FLoYD& MooSEY's,
27g and PSI Main street.
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PArr from indigestion, dyspepsia, and too
hearty eating. n relieved NJ once by taking
one 81 Carriers Little Liver Pills lmmcdiately
after dinner. Don't forget this
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Orr up clubs for THr WEEKLY ArrrAI
and secure one Of the cash prizes. Sec list
published.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

Miss MAr invites the public 10 attend
her Art Reception at the Conway Institute,
Thursday, from 10 II o'clock pm.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

TAXI your children 10 The picnic on
Friday al Prospect park.
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sunscRIBK for TnE WEEKLY ArrEAL, 81
per year, and participate In the grand dis
iribulion OF gifts December l.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

The body IL more susceptible 10 benefit
from Ioods saraparilla now than nj any
other season. Therefore take Il now.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

Dor the bonds Of the Idlewild Land
company.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

ATTEND the opening Of Fred Couclrs
saloon, No. IL Jefferson street, today.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

RAM opportunity Al Muliord'A
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

Milford rcmodels store and will auction
entire stock this week.
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Elne MATCHES. Etc.
Mrrrnr. Tenn. Nav 10. lsss

Fine Watches. Etc.
At your own prices at Muiord's auction
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28
THE ROSEDALE HANGING,
JAKE aRAHAM's VERSION OF THE
CRIME FOR WHICH HE DIED.
1t Did Not Merit the Severe Penalty
inflicted, but He was Resigned and
Expected To Be SANTA Fearful
Charge Repudiated.

Jake Graham, who was hanged in Rose
dale, Miss, on the 22d instant for the
murder Of John Lane and James Reed, a
full account Of which appeared in The
APPEAL the day following the execution,
made the following confession and re-
quested j. p. Pressgrove TO have it pub
lished. Mr.. Prcssgrove came to Memphis
yesterday and gave it to THE APPEAL. 1t
is now printed for the first time.
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

Judge BIgclow got even-he generally
does lind Il possible and convenient 10
rally. "Puofs cartoon OF Mr.: Blaine
doesn't balance real live incident that
occurred at Washington" said he. 1T
&as this Cleveland, ~ Won are aware, Is
DC son Of minister In prdcrto keep up
1is familys religious standing, though
&uch against his will, he makes II point
d attend church regularly. To be sure he
bas one church, and that Is the Presby.
lcrian. II follows that on Sunday crowd
III people collect on the outside 10 watch
tho distinguished attendant, his lovely
~iie and camp followers enter, and the
pastor would lose his night arm before he
would commence services before the party
was seated. One Sunday the controlling
party was late. The preacher waited for
live. ten, fifteen minutes. by this time
every one was showing signs Of anxiety
and nervousness, and the pastor gave out
the hymn, Hold the Fort, Tor the choir
and congregation 10 sing. The frst verse
\ Was sung. 10 far m the wofshipcp could
sec. Just a. the second vcrse WINS struck
Mp, beginning. SEQ, the mighty host adj
sancing, the party fled into church, the
president In front, but the singing could
Dot be stopped until the second line va.
rendered, 'satan leading on Thatsecond
lne tells the secret Of why prefer Mr..
Blaine" But there was no ill-iceling be.
tween the colonel and Judge Bigclow,
who separated a. good friends ~ ever.
The Hon. Zach Taylor. The former Re
The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-28

able terms Call aud tee H.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1888-08-17

.RlvATE DISEASES 1 SiSSa pG 3nini
gleet, structure. seminal COMMISSIONS, loss Of sex,
usl power, weakness OF the sexual organs, want Oi
desire in male or female, whether from imprudeni
habits 0f young and sexual habits IN mature years
OF any cause that debiiitates the sectional Func.
tons, speedily and permanently cured,
Consultation free and strictly confidential
Medicine free from observation 10 al parts OF the
United states. Correspondence receives prompt
attention. No letters answered Mess accom-.
panied by four cents In stamps, send stamp for
pamphlet and list 81 questions. Terms strictly
cash.
Cali on our address.
Dr. POWELL REEVES,
Cor. Main ~. AMI broadway Butte. Mont.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1888-08-17
ExelusIEeness Of society"

The number of people who have real
merit and talent for society. who are kept
out by the exclusiveness of self consti-
tuted tyrants of society, must be very
large; but II they have tact and learn to
wait, they will find their way. The
most certain way to please is to show a
modest indifference 20 the smiles Of the
great. (They call it patronage in Eng
land. We have no such ugly word here,
nor have be any really ''great people, so
cially.) They should not push" There
is. however, always an ideal exclusive
ness. q society which should only admit
the cultivated. the wise, and the good.
Every hostess should inquire into TIE
general characteristics OF her guests,
their moral, social and political standing.
We use the word political in its largest
sense. In spite Of all we a do, objec.
tionable men and women do get into the
most carefully guarded society; and we
have as yet no such inviolable insight
that we can rates Dives and Lazarus be-
fore their death as they are said to be
rated afterward.-Mra N. Z. w. Sher-
xUood
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1888-08-17
A Flogging Match In Persia.

Among the subjects of the shah blows
and domineering actions are freely given
and taken without thought of bad blood
resulting therefrom. | once saw a regu-
lar pitched battle, or, more correctly, a
flogging match, between two gangs of
Persian ~charvadras on the road near
Tabreez. 1t was q curious exhibition of
meekness and ferocity. The fighting, if
it could be called fighting, was done with
sticks. One mar would hump his shoul-
ders and with a p%ropitiatory grin retreat,
while his assailant rained upon him a
torrent of blows and grunts and impre-
cations. The rage of the aggressor be-
coming exhausted, he would desist.
winding up with a torrent of abuse.
Finding himself free from blows, the
other party would nov bristle up in self
defense and begin to turn the tables on
his late assailant, who, in turn, wAld
now retreat and grin and hump his back.
There was no striking back. blow for
blow-no opposition. II was simply a
logging match, turn about, in which one
man would have his innings and then
another. This sort of thing continued
for ten or fifteen minutes, when every
body seemed to think that enough blows
had been received and delivered, and the
party separated almost with good humor.
But this was an affair between parties
of equal social rank; the Persian ryot
strikes back at his social superior,
no matter how trifling the degree of diff
ference may be between them. The serv-
ants Of the great man. too, are almost as
sacred from resistance and attack as the
great man himself. 4 Persian peasant
would never think of striking buck at
the Khan's farrash, Tso lays about him
vigorously, on occasion, with a long
switch, much as though he we're chasing
away cattle. Old and young receive
blows without resentment. Thomas
Stevens Letter,