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Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07
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Everybody, that is, nearly everybody
knows Bill NJ, the printer, and his
geniality and good nature lave won for
him a host of admiring friends, saws the
st. Louis Republic. A man of
derous girth, but of medium height, he
finds it difficult to procure trousers O
the right dimensions when not made to
order. This fact has given rise to no
little annoyance in his life, and il has
often caused him days of hesitation be-
fore venturing forth in quest of q new
pair to replace his old ones. Recently,
however, his trousers which had seen
long and constant service, began to dis
play the effects of the relentless tooth
OF time, and his good wife chided him
upon his appearance. Stung by her re-
marks Bill sought a store devoted to the
sale Of clothing, and purchased for him
self a pair of trousers. After assiduous
search a pair was found of sufficient ex-
panse of waistband TO accommodate his
vast roundity, but unfortunately the
length was a good six inches greater
than desired. 1t was the best that he
could do, however, and thinking to have
his wife remedy the defect, as only a
woman can, he bore them proudly home.
The wrapper was removed, and the pur-
chase displayed, Bill explaining the
troubles and asking his wife to alter
them in time for him TO wear them on
the following day. TO this proposition
his wife, for some reason demurred, and
fatty refused to comply with his re-
quest. Sore at heart, Bill went quietly
~ bod 1nnx -, Al.
the head of his bed. He fell to sleep,
and dreamed of the ridiculous figure he
would present when arrayed in a pair of
pantaloons Of such extravaganza length,
but in the midst of his slumbers
his mother-in-law a generous,
kindly soul, took compassion upon
him, and, slipping into the ROOM,
removed the garment. In a few mo-
ments, with the aid of a pair of scissors
and a needle and thread, the surplus
cloth had beer removed. Quietly she
restored them to their place, thinking
TO surprise him When he awoke. Scarcely
had she gone when his sister-in-law,
who had heard the wife's refusal and
knew nothing of the mothers action,
vent quietly to the room. secured the
Srousers and removed the requisite six
Inches. Bills wife, on going to bed, no.
ticed the trousers in the room, and feel
ing that she had, perhaps, been a little
arbitrary, took them quietly down, and
in a moment another six inches had
been taken from their length. The
work accomplished she restored them to
the hook and wen to bed.
Bill awoke betimes and donned his
new trousers. He arose, glanced at his
neither limbs and a look of horror and
despair crept over his face. Instead OF
being too long, as he had anticipated,
they scarcely fell below his knee. Ex-
citedly he called his wife and called her
attention to the strange transformation.
Inquiries were instituted in the house
hold and mutual explanations followed.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07
"The Newest Came"
Boston Traveller.

oOstou ITdNtitT.
The newest game takes the form of an
information party, and is begun by
passing to each gentleman a card, and
to the ladies small pieces of paper,
which should be numbered. Those who
discover the same number on their card
and paper are partners for the game.
Each couple must think of a question,
sensible or ridiculous, historical, or in
regard to the weather, to be written on
the cards, after which the cards are to
be gathered together, and the leader
reads : In turn. giving = few mo-
ments for the partners to consider the
subject and write the answer, which
should be read aloud in turn. This Is
where the fun Of the game begins, as
many of the are exceedingly
queer.
Those having a correct answer mark
their cards 10, a wrong answer 0, and ii
the answer is anywhere near right, it is
counted 5. When all are added, prizes
may be distributed as in progressive
games for the best and the poorest
record.
The instructive part of the game is
the discussion that follows the ques-
tions. The height of Bunker Hill mon
ument is what everybody living nea 1t
ought to know, and yet at an informa-
tion party held a few evenings ago only
n person in a company Of twenty was
sure of the exact number OF feet.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07
The Fungus Demon.
Albany journal.

~
81 suppose that many persons have
noticed the great increase in flies in AL
bany during the present week." said
State Entomologist Lintner today. SIN
some localities they have apparently
come in swarms, like the sudden in
of an army. This occurrence de-
serves note, as being an unusually early
appearance of the particular species of
fly known as the common house-fy,'
musca domeStica-one of the fifty
species or more that occur in our dwell
ings. AS a rule we never see this
specie before the end of the month of
August, but the peculiar meteorological
conditions Of the present year
have brought it this sea-
son weeks in advance of its
proper time. / noticed this morning
upon my window panes the commence
ment of the fungus attack that every
year kills many of our housefiies, caus-
ing them to adhere to the walls, furni-
lture or windows, and surrounding them
with the fungus thrown out from their
bodies, and looking like a white, pow
derry substance. l have no recollection
of ever seeing this fungus attack in for
'mer years earlier than the month of
August. Rust on oats was reported by
farmers as early rs last month, owing,
no doubt, to the excessive rainfall and
moisture of the present season. Indi-
cations point not only to an unusually
early appearance of rusts, blights,
mildews, etc, which are different forms
of fungus attacks, but to a remarkable
prevalence of them, to the great injury
of the farmer, fruit-grower, vineyard
list, ETC."
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07
Such Ia FeminIty.

Have you ever watched the warfare
Of W women over car farel
Each alame with generous feeling,
Depth of hear and purse revealing;
Each inspired with gentle horror
Lest the other should pay for her.
take note-the more insistent
OF the combatants persistent,
She whose hand most promptly snatches
AT her pocketbook's stiff catches,
She who murmurs: Don't be strange
dear,
Hts all right. I've got the change dearl"
She-though am sad to say it
Always lets the other pay It'll
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07
Both B~efogged.


Harpers bazar.
81 shan't want any more ice of you,
Mr.. Stubs, as I've been informed the
ice Is full of bacilli."
"Wot ever is that, mum? Wot's
backely?"
well, judging from the size of your
bill and the exceedingly small pieces
of ice you have been leaving, conclude
that 1t is something put in the ice to
make it weigh. Good morning"
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07
The Pennsylvania Railroad company

The Pennsylvania Railroad company
now proposes the establishment of a sys-
TEN for pensioning employees. This de-
parture is as striking as it is commend
able, and must, by sheer force of ex-
ample, result in similar action in time
by other great corporations. That the
system will pay does not admit of much
doubt. Men do faithful work when they
know that in case of accident or retire.
ment from old age they will be provided
for, and the company which makes such
thoughtful provision will get most efic-
lent service while commanding the re-
spect of the public. This move is a wise
one.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

The perfecting of the photograph
brings a sentimental thought to every
mind. The camera gives us the form
and features, the photograph the voice.
With these two wonderful agencies, we
are able to preserve, ever after death,
so much of one beloved. Until the
p~honograph comes into more general
use Its uses, n 1t Is now a perfect ma
chine, will not be appreciated. Taking
for granted that we would wish to pre-
serve the voice of a friend or near rela-
tive-but with what interest would we
reel off a story or grafton by some
famous general or orator. The camera
reproduces the handwriting, so why
may we not hope that future volumes
may not contain a few sheets Of simple
paper, which on being inserted in a
photograph the voice of our
hero may be perfectly reproduced.
If the monograph had been
invented during Johnson's time it is
safe to fay that Boswell would have ar
ranged it so that he could have added to
his wonderful biography many sheets
which oon.ained within themselves the
voice of his friend. With what pleasure
would we listen to one Of the doctors
famous discourses at the COTE G house
B0naparte, we learn from his secretary,
told a story with great gusto, and was
very fond of singing the popular airs of
the day. Would it not be a famous treat
to hear Bonaparte singing a love ditty
to Josephine? In years to come all these
features of the photograph will be
brought out for the interest and use of
mankind.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07
Health is Wealth !

DIR. E.. c.. VESTS NERVE M BRAIN TREAT
hENT, a guaranteed specific for Hysterfa, Dir
Headache, Nervous Prostration caused by the
use of alcohol ur tobacco, Wakefulness, Mentsl
Depression, %Softening of the Brain resulting
in Insanity and leading TO misery, decay and
death, Premature Old Age, Barrcnness, LOST
of Power in either sex, Involuntary Losses
and Spermatorrhna caused by over-exertior
of the brain, self. abuse or over-tndulgence.
Each box contains one months treatment
800 a box, or six boxes for $500. sent by maj
prepaid on receipt OF price.
WE GUARANTEE SIX BOXES
To cure any case. with each order ~recelves
by us for six boxes, accompanied with e5 90,
we will send the purchaser our written guar
sntce 10 refund the money IL the treatment
does not effect a cure. Guarantees issued only
by y. III. MOORE, sole Agent. Moorefs
Pharmacy, corner Fifth and Pierce Streets.
Sioux City, Iowa.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

Society in Munich - It present. ex-
cited over the determination Of q young
Japanese woman, who has played a social
role in the Bavarian capital, Miss Toki
Mardira, the daughter of one Of the
highest families in the empire of the
Mikado, has decided to take the veil
and next month will enter the convent
Of the Sisters of Chenfailles. This is
said to be the first instance of this kind
on record.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

For several v, ars there was a standinp
offer of $40 for a partridge nest containing
more than twelve eggs, the records at the
Smithsonian institution giving that as the
greateSt number Of eggs of hat species "a
a nest. A party of Worcester girls re.
Gently won the money by finding a nest
with fifteen eggs.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

Key. Frank Peterson. the representa-
tive of the American-Swedish Baptist
church AZ the late international Sunday
school convention in London, reports that
there are 33,000,000 teachers and scholars
in the Sunday schools of the world.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

w. NJ. Branch, of Paw Paw, Mich. is
honest. anyhow. He published a card in
the local papers setting forth that he is a
specimen of what whisky can do for a man,
and pledging himself to stick to water for
the future.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

"A richly decorated sign on Howard
street, leaning against the chair of one of
the many street professors of the city,
informs passers-by that there is 'the only
artistic ebonizer of foot gear in Boston,
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

The funny papers this week devote
much of their space to the elixir of life.
Puck represents Corporal Tanner inject
ing elixir of dollars into old soldiers
who are very spry after getting the
dose; and Judge has DIR. Brown-Sequard-
Randall with a can filled with protec-
ton elixir. DR.. Randall is made to say
that the democratic party is beyond
help, e,oh by taking a dose of protec
ton, which Is very sad.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

When Daby was sick, we gave her Castoria,
When she was q Child, she cried for Castoria.
When she became Miss, she chung to Castoria,
When she had Children. she gave them Castoria
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

The most prominent physicians in the
city smoke and recommend "Tansilrs
Punch
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

The Paris dressmakers are said TO be
determined on the complete humiliation of
the hustle. The simplest draperies are
now the most stylish. Fashion at last &C.
cords with common sense.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

For Sale-A four fold Dexter newspaper
folder good as new, for folding quarto
papers. May be attached to any cylinder
press. Will 20 cheap. Address
JNo. {. KELLY, Sioux City, La.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

When Dobbins' Electric Soap was first
made in 1864 ii cost 20 cents a bar. 1t is
precisely the same ingredients and quality
now, m doesn't cost half.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

-When he has finished his art studies in
Paris, Prince Eugene of Sweden Is going
back to Stockholm to spend his life in a
studio.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

If afflicted with sore eyes use DR.. Isaac
Ihompson's Eye Water. Druggists sell
1t. Pc.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

Thc-aas Porterhouse Defined.
Epoch.
Quiz--What kind of a tree is a
Ochiltree?
Quip-A chestnut.
Custer chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, Black Hills, D.T. [S.D.]) 1880-1890, 1889-09-07

Preacher-"Ye generation of vipers!"
Umpire waking up)-"No back talk
there-Sl0.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30

"IGNoRANCE of the law excuses no
one" is an important legal maxim which
Justice requires to be enforced. This
being true then it is the duty of the
state to use all means in its power to
inform its citizens of the law, or place
within their reach the means of knowing
it. This can only be accomplished by
having the laws published in the papers
throughout the state. A gIeat many OF
the states do this, and the result is very
satisfactory to the people and the ex-
pense attached is willingly paid by the
taxpayers. The HERALD respectfully
suggests to the Legislature of Washing
ton the ACCESSIBILITY of providing for the
publication of all the session laws in the
newspapers of the state. The only com
pcnsation to be allowed therefor to be
the Union rates for type setting. We
believe that the taxpayer would approve
of the expenditure as it would be the
means of placing before him his legal
rights and duties which might otherwise
remain unknown.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30

tuition, but at the same time not so re-
strictive as to retard the development
of the state or to prevent the investment
OF capital, yet to protect the people from
corporation encroachment.
In conclusion the governor says:
THE last years of the commonwealth
under territorial government have been
years Of prosperity. The population of
Washington has increased at a marvel
Gus rate, and the development of its re-
sources have gone forward without in
terruption. With careful legislation and
with efficient and systematic efforts
toward the development Of our great re-
sources the prosperity with which we
are at present blessed should continue
indefinitely. The possibilities Of our
commonwealth are great and we may,
with confidence, assert that there are
those now living who will see Washing
ton one of the most populous and
wealthy, and in every way one Of the
most important states of the great I'm
ion in which it has just been admitted
under such favorable auspices and with
such hearty welcome. To be the first
law makers of this state is your great
privilege. May the Supreme Ruler Of
the Universe aid and direct you in the
discharge of your arduous and response
BILE duties. In all measures devised by
you for the a ivancement of the prosper
itv of our state and for the welfare of
our people, you will have my active and
Jealous cooperation"
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30

CONGRESSMAN Fowler announces his
intention to introduce bill in the next
Congress providing for the selection of
postmasters and other federal officers
by elections in the respective districts.
As to postuasters we believe that they
should be of the same political faith as
the administration The postoflice is
the only business conducted in the Uni
ted States by the government and hence
is the only thing in which the admins
tration and the people come in contact.
The responsibility of the success or fail
ure of the mail system rests on the adj
ADMINISTRATION, and it would be manifestly
unjust to have an administration ham
pered by employees whose political inter
est would be to cast as much odium on
the administration as possible. Still, if
postmasters were elected it would re-
lieve the president and postoffice officials
of much annoyance and give them more
time for other duties. The proper way,
thon, would be to have the postmasters
elected by the voters of their respective
districts, but none to be eligible to the
Office except he be Of the same party as
that of the administration, or, what
might be better, instead of electing to
Office have the election to be but an en-
dorsement on which the appointment
could be made, thus making the incum-
bent responsible, not only to the people,
but to the administration who might
discharge him at any time,
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30
Governor Ferry's Address.

Governor Ferry delivered, in person,
the first gubernatorial message Of the
state of Washington to both houses OF
the legislature, in joint convention, on
Friday of last week. He called the at
tention of the legislature to the duties
imposed on them by the constitution, to
enact laws for the employment, by the
state, Of convicts; the creation of bu-
reau Of statistics, agriculture and immi-
grafton; to protect miners and others
against danger to life and limb in the
performance of their labor; to carry into
effect the constitutional provision pro-
hibiting the acceptance of a pass or
transportation at reduced rates by any
person holding Office in this state; to
present the duties and fix the compen-
sation of commissioners Of public lands:
to determine the number and fix the
jurisdiction Of justices Of the peace; to
enact laws governing elections which
will insure to every voter absolute Sc
crecy in preparinr and depositing his
ballot; to raise asenue by taxation as
provided by the constitution; oprovide
for a general and uniform system OF ed
ueation; to provide for organizing and
disciplining the militia and for the pro-
lection and safe keeping of the public
arms; the maintenance of a home for
honorably discharged Union soldiers,
sailors, marines and members Of the
state militia disabled while in line OF
duty; to provide a uniform system of
county and township government; to
provide for the election Of county, pre- |
cinct and district officers, and fix the |
salaries OF county officers and to provide |
for the incorporation Of town and city Of
a population of less than $500 inhabit-
ants; to appoint a commission to estab-
fish harbor lines and to provide for the
leasing of the right to build wharves.
docks, and other structures within the
larbor lines that may be established;
% provide for the organization of state
BOARD Of health, a bureau Of vital Stats
les and Jaws regulating the practice of
ard the sale of drugs and med
ems. Regarding corporations the gov
,rnor advises the enactment of such laws
Is VIII carry out the spirit Of tho consti-
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30

,ntored at the Post Office for Transmission in
the Mails at Second-Class Rates.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30
A New Style Of Cars.

The Northern Pacific has just received
twenty new colonist sleepers from Bar
ney, Smith & Co. that are models of
beauty, convenience and comfort, and
contain many improvements over the
ordinary colonist sleeper, or so called
tourlst-car, generally in use. Each car
has fourteen sections, with gentlemen's
toilet room in one end, and the ladies'
room, supplied with handicapped wash
stand and force pump, in the other. In
one end Of the car is a Baker fire proof
heater, which heats the car by means Of
hot water conducted through pipes. In
the opposite end of the car is a cooking
range surrounded by good kitchen facil-
tiles. Opposite this range is twenty
gallon cooler for drinking water; also
large tank, holding seventy gallons OF
water for general Csc
These cars are finished in natural
woods, ash, maple and butternut,-
beautifully polished, and at night are
lighted up with eight Acme lamps exact
" similar to those in use in Pullman
sieepers. The sections are divided by
IAIclN-bOdIuS, bnbCulISS l'11NtLOf
not possible in the present style of cars
where the sections are divided by wire
netting. An ingenious arrangement of
the seats enables them to be extended
fat or with head rests when prepared for
bedding, and under each seat Is a box
IN which can be stored bedding or small
baggage In each section there is also
Proyided.a movable table similar to those
in use in Pullman cars, which is extreme
ly convenient for many purposes. All |
cars are provided with curtain rods
Notwithstanding the fact that the
Northern Pacific employs a porter to I
look after these sleepers, all holders of |
second class Montana and Pacific Coast .
tickets are allowed to use them free OF
charge. The Northern Pacific has a
greater number of these sleepers in serY-
ice than any other transcontinental line, /
their total equipment now amounting to
IS cars. 1t is clear that in providing |
for the comfort Of the travelling public
the Northern Pacific, with its new vestl-
buled dining and sleeping cars and
accommodations for second
class passengers, leads all competitors.
The Independent. pm
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30
Real Estate Bought
and Sold.

Have on hand number of choice bargains in
FARMING LANDS convenient to Pullman, on
terms to suit purchasers.
sFg@ If you want Farm, don't make deal
1ntil You have examined our List.
.&S- If you have a Farm TO sell, please call
md soc us before listing it elsewhere.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30
FINE WINES, LIQUORS & CIGARS.

Perfect order maintsinod ard gentle
manly treatment to every one.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30
JOHN SQUIRES.
2t4 Town Marshal.
AJCI ION f!

The undersigned will sell at public
auction on the second Monday Of each
month, at Pullman live stock and all
kinds Of second hand chattels, under the
management Of the Pullman Stock Sale
Association. All property will be,adver-
tised free Of cost to the seller, Parties
desiring to sell should notify the secre-
tary, R. A. Farr, at Pullman, in time to
have the same advertised. For further
particulars apply to the secretary.
Bring along your property.
d. EA-o BgQEBHACRoe
3tf AUCTTONEER.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1889-11-30

Ex-hING Dom Pedro is said to have
given consent and even assisted in the
overthrow Of the Brazilian throne and
the establishment OF republic. Here
is an example that might well be fol-
lowed by some Of the crowned heads of
Europe.