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The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
SOME STRANGE SIGHTS.

FARMERS in the Schuylkill valley, Pa., were lately seen doing thelr work 0y moon- light to escape the midday neat. .,
 NEAR Hogan, M T., is large deposit of petrified clans There are also other beds in that section of the Territory.
 A RESIDENT of Emanuel County, Ga, a few days ago saw rattleshake about SIX feet long swim from one side to the other of the Altamaha river, which Is distance of more than half d niie, without resting. He seemed to be completely exhausted when ne reached the bank.
 DURING a heavy thunder storm tue other night lady of Liverpool, town n Ferry County, Pa, saw a fiery ball drop rom tue clouds and land on the street m front of the Commercial Hotel. There 1t lay like piece of metal or a live coal, but gradually its brightness died At daylight she went to the place and found it to be meteorlc stone, or an aerolite, nine inches Tn circum- ference.
 A sUBTERRANEAN passage has been dis covered in the Santa Fe river three miles northwest of High Springs, Fla A spot about fourteen feet in diameter has been found having no bottom The water n th's particular locality is unlike that surround ing it, having decidedly blulsh cast Rails pushed a short distance down III tc this hole disappear; never to return. All attempts to find bottom have failed
 A PACIFIC coast paper reports that the blowing up of rock in the harbor of Nanat mo was attended by a remarkable sight At the moment the explosion occurred ar immense shoal of herring was passing over tho place, and thousands of them were thrown high in the air For several min utes afterward the water was of a silver color from the immense number of fish which hoated on the water to the depth of { foot or more. stunned or killed bY the shock
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
FREAKS OF F ASHlON.

THE latest craze among actresses is the hand and arm photograph. They spend no end of money for such pictures.
 TIE .shionable color for the hair is pro- nounced to be "a particularly beautiful and natural-loolling shade of bright bronze brown"
 "SoAP bubble parties' are fashionable amusement in the vicinity of Reading, Pa. The point of the game is to see which can blow the largest bubble.
 TRUNK MAKERS say that the gigantic Saratogas are tout of style" and that women of good sense are preferring to buy two moderate sized trunks, about forty inches long, with flat tops and iron banGs and oak tips. Wicker trunks are also popular.
 IT is becoming quite the thing nowadays among fashionable shOemakers to slit either orris root powder or some lasting sachet powder between the leather and the lining of ladles' boots. They also have in stock dainty little shakers filled with the powder mixed with soapst0ne, which may be used at will
 TnE latest fad in photography is the portrait stamp This unique device is a miniature photograph on piece of paper the size of a postage stamp, It is gummed on the back side and is used in variety of ways. In writing to absent friends the portrait is pasted at the head of tEe letter IT m bacc of the signature.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
HERE AND THERE.

The fewer weeds there are allowed to go to seed the less will be the work of giving clean cultivation
 As fast as the crops mature in the garden clean lip the ground It will be easily kept clean in this way.
 if the geraniums are expected to bloom in winter, they should be cut back considerably as soon as they arc done blooming and then be set in a sunny place for two or three weeks.
 An barns should be 50 constructed as to allow the family cat to go any where under or in it, as precaution against rats and mice. which destroy more than may be supposed
 Apple trees can be budded now. Peaches and quinces the latter part of the month. Look after the earlier work and see that the ties are not cut ting into the wood.
 Hogs and sheep are fond of ap. pies, and rather than have them go to waste it will pay to turn in the hogs, this will be found not only more profit able but much better for the trees.
 With fruit plenty and cheap care should be taken with what is sent to market to sort and pack so as to reach market in as good condition as possi- ble. It is only the better grades that will sell now at profitable prices.
 Wcthers intended for market can be made fat in short time if separat- ed from the flock and put in pen for a week before sending them to mar ket. The ewes not intended for breed ing should be fattened at the same time.
 Raising mules pays for the reason that it costs less to raise mules than horses, and, being hardier, there is less risk Of loss Where there is plenty of pasturage a young mule will secure nearly all the food he my re- quiro.
 Be sure that all seed is thoroughly dried before storing away. A very little moisture will often cause them to heat and the vitality of the seed De seriously injured. Save from only tho best stocks as we'll as from those that have matured earliest.
 Generally, the warfare against in- sects and other pests must be kept np until cold weather sets in. In ma- jority of cases, if thorough work is done in cleaning them out when they first make lheir appearance, the work of keeping them down is greatly les sened.
 -Stagnant pools of water in tho fields should not be relied upon as the sources from which the cows are cx- pected to derive water. Impure water not only affects the health Of the cows, but renders the making of choice but. tel m impossibi!ity.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
WOMAN'S WORK.
ARKANSAS

 with many turn my steps take, In many crook and crcvice And many 8 biscuit must I bake For Maud and me and Lev $. Isweep I dust l cook. rise CP fin the merIf6- early; Iwash the brfakfast dishes and churn, t<eA dress the baby. make Una dust and dry leaves fly Against my new broom fairly; J chattP :, chatter as go Bee iuse I rest so rarely;
 For men may come and men may 20. But go on forever, eve5
 20 on foreveR ] move about and ia and out. While here thc chickens feeding And hero and there at hawk to shout h1t Httie they are needing. twaitS, run, l slIup hop From one thing to another; istop to dress bruise or cut, For the ca,l1ren run to mother. 1hen 10 tbs garden must go To sec What work is needed, -tor pia'. .ts must be set out, you know, @AnV then they must be weeded
 For men ca1't stop, for they must 90, But we york on foreve- ever,
 Wt work on forever4i[ clear tho tray and 'pu, 10 rights" The dining,reem aud kitchen; then go in my Soom to sew. And try and do some stitching. wonder < there IS on earth No re<tite from our labors. No tlHae to go and gossip some with pleasant, friendly neishborsf A'erore end Fhis piece of Work And try to think ls.ie. throw II down ana run and make lire snd place the kettle. For men must eat and go, you know, But women can go never.
 Aes, rnen " Il come and men will go, By we work on forever, ever, We work on forever.
 Mrs. T. Q. Holt in The Freeman
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
SOUTHERN AGRICULTURAL.
The Farmers Trust.


 The special tendency of the times seems to be the formation of trusts. Each day some new combination is made and another trust is declared. Meanwhile the farmers go on pro ducing and nothing is said about or ganizing trust. And why?
 The farmers have the best trust pos sible, the trust in God, they are conf dent that harvest will follow seed time, that the combined forces of nat ure will give them living as long as they do their share. In spite of in- sects, storms, cold or heat, deluge or drought, their trust is that their barns and bins will be filled and there will be enough to spare to furnish the money to buy clothes for the family and provide all household necessities, and exercising this perfect trust the farmers labor on and are happy in their work
 In each insect enemy they recognize new indictment to more determined warfare and better understanding of the nature of the plant and the habits of the insect that wishes to help the farmer gather his crops, and at the same time is unwilling to consult him as to how and when it shall be done. The farmer trusts that his duty well done will insure the deserved success, and his trust does not fail him.
 There is a second trust that the farmer practices not to be so heartily commended that is the trust at the village store and at the agricultural implement and seed houses. Perhaps no class practices the trust so persist ently as the farmers. The number who owe their ruin to this trust is greater than the number ruined by any other cause.
 There are exceptional farmers who have a regular income throughout the year, and these are less puzzled as to how 10 regulate their expenses.
 The majority of farmers begin now to get little money for garden truck, but must wait for the bulk of their in- come until the harvest is gathered in the fall. Then the income comes in large sums. and for time the delu- sion of wealth exists.
 The bills that have accumulated through the year are gathered to- gethcr, and when they are settled the farmer finds the margin small indeed, and perhaps against him, instead of in his favor. Then he is discouraged. He finds the trusts to which he be- longs has been against him and oft cncr is inclined to withdraw from his trust in natures rccOmpense than his trust in the village store. He complains that nature has worked against him; that he has done his best and it avails him nothing, and resolved that farming does not pay, either with. draws entirely from the work. or com tinucs with a lack of zeal that makes the work Of nature doubly difficult.
 The trust al the store is dangerous. lt induces a man to buy moro than hc needs and incur debts hard to settle. A wise man will determine his proba- ble yearly income and 50 distribute it as to have money to meet each months demands, and Do to great degree independent
 A farmers trust is all right, if hc will put it in the right place; trust his own ability, trust the goodness of God, the justice Of nature, the good will of his neighbor and withdraw his trust from the supply store Mass. PlOughman.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
The Vanderbilt System of Railways.

Few persons have any conception of the magnitude of the interests covered by the above title, and very few even among the railway fraternity are aware of how fully this vast svster occupies the field in which 1t is located; but If you will take map and
 trace out, first, the New York Central & Hudson River; second, the Boston & Albany; third, the Lake Shore & Mich igan Southern; fourth, the Michigan Central; fifth, the Cleveland, Ciucln- natl, Chicago 6 St Louis formerly tho
 Bee Linen and Big Four'D railroads, you will be impressed with the wonderful foresight of the men who designed and eX- ecuted the plaE to operate under uniform policy, amt practically common control, a system of railways that should furnish unsur- passed transportation facilities to the great commercial empire outlined above, and q trlp over this grand aggregation will convince the most skeptical that the Van derbilt System of Railways, of which the New York Central 6G Hudson River Railroad is the main stem, traycrses the very heart of the business DOT ton of this continent, touching, either di- rectly or through its immediate cOnnec- tions, all the important commercial centers of the country, and offering to health, pleas ure and business travel facilities that are not equalled by any similar institution in the world.
 An edition of one hundred thousand copies of . very neat little pamphlet bearing the tile at the head of this artIclc has just been l soved hv the American Bank Note Com ,yt.-, Jew York, which contains much intef,!JI E information concerning this great ,.s d1cnard grass,
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
sun and moisture; hence early blowing

sun and moisture; hence early blowing enlarges these gains of fertility.
 Some make the very serious mistake of not following close after the blow with the roller and the harrow, and as a result the clods become all the harder in the sun and hot wind. If the clods are crushed and pressed down some what they will gain moisture from below and will soften. Roller and harrow are at this time put over the ground but 6hec, for fl We Hse them more we can not get the blowing done in good season; and also the process of competing the ground may be car ried too far, till it is seeding time. - Country Gentleman.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
An Abominable Legacy.

A tendency to rheumatism is undoubtedly inherited. Unlike many other legacles, il remains in the family. The most effectua means of checking this tendency, or of re moving incipient rheuma,s Sn, whether pre- eyistenti in the blood or not, is to resort tC H0Btetter's stomach bitters as soon as the premonitory twinges are felt. Nullifymq the influences of cold, exposure and fatigue the Bltters not only fortifies the system against their hurtful consequences, but sub jugates malaria, liver and kidney complaint dyspepsia and nerve disQuietude
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

"STIcK to your business" is very good adj vice, butstill there are great many people in the world who have no regular and profitable business to stick to; and there are others who are following hne of busi- ness which is manifestly unsuited to them. Now, when such is the ease you had better write to B. F. Johnson & CC.. Richmond, Va, and sec if they can not give yod point CT. They have helped great many mel, and women along the way to fortune and now stand ready to assist you, too.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

GRACE GEEENwooD is the wife of MT Lcander K. Lippncott, whose home is in Philadelphia, although Ut present residing near Central Park, in New York Mrs lApplncott began writing when mere gr and her verses received the highest com mendation from the most exacting critics of that day.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
TIBBEE, Mss, Oct. 16, 1SSt

Messrs. "A. T. SHALLENBEEGER 6 Co.
 Rochester, Pa. Gcnb.-ThG bottle of Shalenberger's Pills sent me in February last | gave to W. q Anderson, of this place a long standing case of chiIIs and fever. He had tried every thing known without any permanent good. In less than ten days after taking your Antidote he was sound and well, and has gone through the entire season without any return. It seems to have eff fectually driven the Malarious poison from his system. Yours truly,
 V A. ANDERSON.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

THE latest plan with ensilage is to cut the entire corn crop stalks, ears and all-into the silo. The kernels of the corn will be wholly digcsted by the cattle, as it does not dry out nor lose it's milky character, which gives it succulence for rapid digestion A farmer who has made this point one of special investigation so reports, and affirms that there is not visible trace of corn in the voidings.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

WEAK solution of carbolic acid and water, says an exchange. applied to sows with brush will protect them from flies The odor repels, and little carbolic acid for OdOr goes a great way
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

EVERY young man or lady who desires a Business, Shorthand or Telegraph course will do well to address Bryant & Stratton Business College of Louisville, Ky, for it's elegant twenty-fourth annual catalogue and Autograph. See advertisement in this paper
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

EVER since 1864 there have been women good, or as economical as Dobbins Electric. There must be some truth in their claim. Try it, see how much. Your grocer has it.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
Illinois Central Railroad Excursions s.

Illinois Central Railroad Excursions South For fret copy of "Southern me-Seell. CTS Guide" 'Farmers and Fruit Growers Guide to McComb City, Mississippi" ad dress the undersigned.
 A. H. HANSON, J. F. MERRY.
 Gen'l Pass. Agent, Asst. Gen'l Pass. Agt-
 Chicago. Manchester, Iowa.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER, the Standard oil millionaire is the head of Ta syndicate whHh is said to have bought up all the Detroit brick manufactures.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

TIE proposed ocean cable connecting San Francisco with the Sandwich Islands will be 2,0S0 miles long and cost S1, ,50O,000.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

DURING the last year 3, 3,960, ,615 cotton hand Eerchiefs, besides many linen and silk ones. were imported into Japan.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
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IN the higher r1. each acre. a..i GItt is considered quite the nal,,,s,.,I,,'
 give friend as birthday present a plump young Georgian or pretty, fair-skinned
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

WHY don't you try Carter's Little Liver Pills' They arc positive cure for sick headache, and all the ills produced by dls- ordered liver. Only one pIll dose.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

BETTER to wear a calico dress without trimmings, if 1t be paid for, than to owe the shop-keep>r for the most elegant silk, cut and trimmed in the most bewitching man ner.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

THERE is yet much to be learned on the sub Ject Of potatoes. Continue experimenting Try storing potatoes in barrels that can be headed up. Cover them with a thick cover ing of straw until severe freezing weather sets in, then cover them with soil
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

4 CHEERFUL employment is indicated by the advertisement In London paper Lady wanted to dra73 at home original de signs for coffin furniture.n
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

THE wealthy Japanese make no display either Tn the architecture of their houses or in the display of ornaments. In the way of furnishing, their pride is in the delicacy of thelr mats and the richness of their satin cushions.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

MAKH TWAIN is said to be more in demand for public lectures than any other speaker although he does not nov lecture as he formerly did.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

THE Japanese keep their brac in fireproof buildings, to be taken out one at time and admired and then replaced by an ether
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

A BEAUTIFUL monument in honor of tho Pilgrim Fathers, which has cost S20000Q, was recently dedicated at Plymouth
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

BETTER to let your wife have fit of hvsterics than to run into debt Ornice, new furniture, or clothes, or jewelry.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

BETTER to sit by the pine table for which you paid three dollars ten years ago, than send home new extension, black walnut top and promise to pay for it next week.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

Two HUNDRED AND sEvENTY-FtvE ladies are clergymen in the United States and occupy pulpits.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

ITs thousands of cures are the best advNr tisements for pr. Sages Catarrh Remedy
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

FLANNEL next the skin often produces a rash, removable with Glenn's Sulphur Soap. Hills Ha,r and Whisker Dye, 90 cents.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

ACCORDING to correspondent of the New York Times, Buncombe County, N. C., has a new postmaster who can not read. When asked for letters he produces the bundle and tells the interrogator to take those ad- dressed to him.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

TIE board of inquiry into the Johnstown flood estimates the total loss of property at $ 655, H.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

FoR any case of nervousness, sleepless- ness, weak stomach, indigestion, dyspepsia, relief is sure ln Carter's Little Liver Pills.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
Weak and Weary

Describes the condition of many people debilitated by the warm weather, by disease, or overwork. Hoods SarsapGriila is just the medicine needed to overcome tha' tired feeling. to purify and quicken the sluggish blood and restore thelOst appetite. If you need q good medicine be sure to try Hoods Sarsaparilla.
 My appetite was poor, could not sleep, had headache a great deal, pains in my back my bowels did not move regularly. Hoods Sarsaparila in short time did mo so much good that feel like new man. My pains and aches relieved, ID. appetite improved" GEORGE F. JACKSON, Rox. tnt
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30
THE CANTEEN SYSTEM.
A Now Feature of Army Life That IT.
 Novel Effects

~ ANt" EehtuIe or aTmy ilie mat HaE
 Novel Effects.
 feature of Army life that is now attracting some attention outside of the ranks, and winch has the approval Of the officials of the War Department is what is known as the "canteen. lt is best known in the English army, and has for it's object the providing for soldiers Of food, drink and amuse- mcnts. Atprescnt the first two named, aside from the necessities of the sol dicr, which arc provided by the com missary department, are supplied by the post traders, Until within the last few years the business of the post trader was profitable, but with the growth of new towns near the posts his business fell off, until now his rev enue is derived largely from his li- conse 10 sell beer and wine. In many cases it is said that the post trader abuses the privileges thus granted him. and dispenses to the soldiers poor quality of whisky and brandy The traders dealings are thus often prcju- dicial to good order and discipline at the post. It is this fact, probably moro than any other, that has led to the adoption of the canteen system. The canteen is controlled by volun- tary association of the soldiers. The sup plies are purchased and sold as at the post traders, but no spirituous liquors are sold, and no liquors Of any kind to an intoxicated man. By this means the soldiers themselves lend their aid to the officers in maintaining disci- pline. The amusements include both indoor and outdoor recreation and sports and it is this feature to which the officers look for the best results in the morals of the enlisted men, The results of the system have been so sat isfactory that the War Department officials and heads of the army give ai. possible encouragement to it's growth. Ia a short time a complete list of the locations of canteens will be made up They are known to exist at Davis Isl- and. New York harbor; Columbus barracks, and several posts in the West. It is expected that the reports now coming in will be so favorable that the extension of the canteen sys- tenn to every army post will soon be accomplished. W darlington Letter.
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The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

IF afflicted with Sore Eyes use Dr. isaac Thompson $ Eye Water. Druggists selli 25C
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

Jack Borrowit-"There no use in trying to economize. Tom. The money is bound to go one way or another" Wiggins Why, what's the matter now?" Jack Borrowit- Why, I've been walking home every night for a month to save my car-fare, and now Mrs. Pancake has raised my board on account of increased appetite!" !"-Llfe.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

A LITTLE seven yearold boy who had been with his mother to an evening sociable told bls nurse when he arrived home that "the whole place was lemonaded with kasomine lights.n
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

Simon Cameron in his will be. queathed his fine collection of books to the Young Mems Christian Assc. citation of Harrisburg.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

GROWING and shipping oysters is becom- ing lively business at Pensacola, Fla
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

DR NANsEN, the explorer, says that the ice in Greenland IS 6,0O0 feet thick.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

A POCKET match-safe free to smokers of "Tansilps Punch" 5c Cigar.
The Springdale news., 1889-08-30

BETTER to gaze upon bare walls than pict- ures unpaid for.