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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
DURATION OF LIFE.
People Live Longer Now Than They did
in the Oiden Times.

People Live Longer Now Than They did
in the Oiden Times.
Dr. Todd, president of the Georgia State
Medical society, read at the annual meeting
Of that body, held at Atlanta, a paper on
Longevity" which possesses great intrinsic
interest and at the same time is gratifying as
showing how much medical and sanitary sci
ence and more rational mode of life have
done to prolong the human span, and how
much better in every way are the conditions
of today than of those good old times" for
the return of which sentimentalists vainly
sigh.
The doctor is modest in his claims, making
no effort to monopolize in the name of the
medical profession credit for a betterment in
which so many agencies play parts; but he
does claim, and with reason, that the intelli
gent physician has had much to do with the
result. and that the death rates of the va
rious peoples of the globe bear a ratio very
nearly inverse to the number of qualified
physicians among them.
The highest death rate in Europe is that OF
Russia, ranging from 90 per 1000 in Cour
land and ~ per 1000 in the Baltic province
there being many physicians in both districts
one-half of the children born in some parts of
Russia reach the seventh year, and Of 1000
male children only from $50 to 400 reach the
age of twenty -one years, and of these only
375 are able bodied. Russia, with all its
teeming population, has only l5,4l4 regular
physicians, and one surgeon to 100, 600 popula
ton.
The United States having doctor of med
icine for every 600 population, shows the
lowest death rate in the world, England fol
lowing. The average life expectancy in the
United States is now fifty-five years; in Eng
land among the urban population it is fifty,
and among the ruralists fifty-four years
Russians have life expectancy of but twen-
ty-eight years, approximately, and Chilians
Of the same, while in Ellobed, in the Soudan
twenty-three years is generation. The av-
erage life in the Rome of the Caesars was
eighteen years; now it is forty years. Within
fifty years the average in France has in
creased from twenty-eight to forty-five and
one-half years, and in the days of Queen
Elizabeth the English average was but TWEEN
y years
DR.. Todd ascribes the great and progressive
change for the better to advanced medical
knowledge, better drainage and diet, greater
cleanliness, and to vaccination and the use of
an9sthetics, quinine and the like. He thinks
that guinine alone has added two years to the
average life of civilized man. To these
agencies should be added the decrease of war,
the more lenient laws, and the greater tenn
perance of our day.-Chicago Herald.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
Food and Rest for the Brain.

Mental effort causes waste of tissue ele-
ments quite as much as bodily exertion, and
this demands a full supply of food. What
with dyspepsia and absence of appetite, the
results Of deficient exercise, and the influence
of preconceived ideas as to the use or disuse
of special articles of food, the brain worker
is apt to receive too little nutriment to make
up for the waste. Especially is this the case
when he, unconsciously, perhaps, replaces
food by the use of tobacco, tea, alcohol or
opium.
Some advise to go supperless to bed. This
most medical authorities of the day think is a
wrong notion. 1t is fruitful source of in
somnia and neurasthenia. The brain becomes
exhausted by its evening work, and demands
rest and refreshment of its wasted tissues, not
by indigestible salads and fried abomina-
tions," but by some nutritious, easily digested
and aSsimilated articles. A bowl of stale
bread and milk, of rice, or some other fari-
naceous food, with milk or hot SOUP would
be more to the purpose. Any of these would
insure a sound nights sleep, from which the
man would awaken refreshed.-Cincinnati
L:edical News
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
People and People.

Lord Dunraven is mentioned for the
governorship of Bombay.
Gilbert and Sullivan have nearly
completed their new opera.
Oscar Wilde wears a flannel shirt
embroidered with flowers.
General Fremont who is at Long
Branch, looks as hale and hearty as
many younger men.
Lord Ronald Cover recently bought
a Boucher screen for s. so and resold
it for $4,000.
Mrs. Abba Goold Woolson is the
guest of Mr.. and Mrs. Daniel I,inck-
ley at Bar Harbor.
GIadstone's speech on the royal
grants was caught by monograph
and will go down to posterity just as
he delivered it.
Edwin Booth has sent to the ladies
interested in raising a circulating
library in Bel Air, Hartford county,
Md. his check for $500.
Prof. Shelton, of the Kansas Agri-
cultutal college, has been appointed
professor of agriculture in the Ma
tiOnal school, in Queenland, Austria
liza.
Since his retirement from the presi-
dency ex-President Hayes has only
visited Washington once, that being
the occasion of the funeral of President
Garfield.
Sam Jones was recently offered &c.
600 year and fine church to preach
in at Minneapolis. He replied: "Do
you take for fool? I'm getting $685.
600 year now.
Hon, Hannibal Hamlin, recently re-
turned from Spain, brought with him
a few cions of various Spanish fruit
trees, which he has distributed among
friends in Maine who are interested
in fruit raising.
Rev. Samuel Longfellow is recast-
ing his biography of the poet. The
volume of "reminiscences and anec-
dotes which appeared as a sequel to
the two volumes of the biography will
probably be incorporated in these, the
Life" then appearing in three vol
umes.
Mr.. Gladstone has solved the do
nestle problem. whenever my wi e
insists su bmit,' said the great Ito
eral; whenever I insist she submits.
We never discuss family affairs at the
table, and if an ything unpleasant oc-
ours during the evening we never
refer to it till next day"
Civil Service Commissioner Roose-
welt, who is in New York, and Com
missioner Thompson, who is in Vir-
ginia, return to Washington to-day,
where the former will report the re-
suit of his investigation of the Balti-
more post-office.
Hadje Hassein Ghooli Khan, it is
rumored, will be succeeded as Per-
sian ambassador at Washington by
Ammu Abdallah, the latest man in
the realms of of the Shah. Ammu is
a diplomat who leads a simple Per
sian life and weighs 347 pounds.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
Catching 1t on the Fly."

We have never seen it in print, and it may
be a NOISY Joe Miller i'll modern dress. 1t has
keeping qualities.
Theodore Thomas orchestra was playing a
symphony or something in whieh the music,
at one part, was softened almost TO a birds
whisper, when, like the crack Of riaed can
non, came one startling blast from the oboe
Theenraged conductor turned savGSely Upon
the player: What in the devil DO you mean"
just then a plump blue bottle fly took wing
from the oboeists score "Gott in h;MneE
hdhfnk he vas Won node, und hlay hiM!"-
Saturday Globe
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
ALL FOOLS COLUMN.
a singer who sang in the choir
Asked the leader rival TO foir,
And when he refused
Him, ne forced her herself to retoir.

She so roundly abused
Him, he forced her herself to retoir.
i Boston Courier.
The Sunday closing movement is
gaining ground rapidly. Even
churches are observing the custom.
Il Yonkers Statesman.
The hen is rather silly old thing
on general principles, but who ever
heard of her scratching up congress
sional garden seeds?-[Oil City Der
rick.
Telephone Superintendent lover the
wire)-"Hello there, you! No swear
ing through the telephone" Irate
Subscriber-"Iain't swearing through
the telephone; Pm swearing at it'll
New York Weekly
Customer Ito Hardware AerchanC)
-"You sell all kinds of tacks, sup
posem Hardware Merchant-"Yes,
SIR" Customer-'"Then give me half
pound of water tax. "-Pittsburg
Chronicle.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
AGENTS WANTED,

For Club Rates, or any further informa-
ton desired, write legibly to The undersigned,
clearly stating your residence, with State,
County, Street and Number. More rapid re-
turn mail delivery will be assured by your
enclosing an Envelope bearing your full
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12

GRAND.MONTHLY DRAWING,
A. the Academy of Music. New Orleans, Tues
day, SEPTEMBER 10. 1889.
CAPITAL PRIZE, 100000.

One Hundred Thousand Tickets at $50;
Halves, $40: Quarters, So; Tenths 81:
Twentieths 81.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
A Special Bargain.

FOR SALE: An eight room rock
house with eight lots; fronting 100
varas on one of the principal streets
in San Antonio, convenient to street
car line. Price 5000; terms easy. This
is a rare bargain and must be sold
quick, as the owner will not keep this
pEoperty on the market long.
Il HAMBLEToN, HADLEY 4 Go.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
PATENTS

Caveats and Reissues secured, rade-Marks
registered, and all other patent causes in the
Patent Office and before the Courts promptly
and carefully prosecuted.
Upon receipt of model or sketch of inven-
ton, make careful examination, and advise
as to patentability free of charge.
With my offices directly across from
the Patent Office, and being in personal at.
tendance there, it is apparent that have SUI
peri or facilities for making prompt prelimi.
nary searches, for the more vigorous and sue
cessful prosecution of applications for patent
and for attending to all business entrusted to
my care, in the shortest possible time.
Fees Moderate, and exclusive attention
given to patent business. Information, ad-
vice and special references sent on request.
J. II. LITTELL,
Solicitor and Attorney in Patent Causes,
Washington, ID. c.,
(Mention this paperD Ops'te q. S. Pint Office
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
ALF GRAND, M. D.

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Hours, from 10 a. m. to p. m. Con-
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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12

Prizes ts GUARANTEED BY FOUR Ma
TI0NAL BANKS of New Orleans, and the
Tickets are signed by the President of an
Institution, whose chartered rights are recog-
nized In the highest Courts: therefore, beware
Of any limitations or anonymous schemes"
ONE DOLLAR is the price of the smallest
part or fraction of a ticket ISSUED BY US in
any drawing. Anything in our name offered
for less than a Dollar is a swindle.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12

By ordinary letter, containing Money
Order issued by all Express Companies,
New York Exchange. Draft or Postal Note. 49,
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12

W. d, Suit, Druggist. Bipprs, Ind, testifes:
81 can recommend Electric Bitters as the very
best remedy. Every bottle sold has given re-
lief in every case. One man took six bottles,
and was cured of Rheumatism of 10 years
SANDING Abraham Hare, Druggist, Bell
vile. Ohio afirms: 1.-The best selling medi-
cine have ever handled in my 20 years ex-
perience. is Electric Bitters." Thousands OF
others have added their testimony, 80 that the
verdict is unanimous that Electric Bitters do
cure all diseases of the Liver, Kidreys or
Blood. Only a half dollar a bottle at DRESS,
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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1889-08-12
IMPORTANT.

Address M. "A. DA UPHIN
New Orleans, L.
or M. A. DAUPHIN,
Warrington, ID. c., or
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
PACIFIC COAST.
The Fire Fiend Again
Abroad in the Land.
TOWN OF CAMBRIA DESTROYED.
The Sonora Train Robber Executed
at Guaymas-Bay City
BreeZeS.

Associated Press Dispatches to the HERALD.
SAN LUIS OBIspo, September 30.-The
town of Cambria in the northwestern part
o this county, was almost wholly de-
stroyed by fire this morning. A special
to the Tribune gives the following &C
count: At 2: 80 this morning fire started
in the Proctor hotel, cause unknown
The flames spread rapidly, and in hall
an hour the entire block was mass Of
fire. The little water at hand was of nc
service whatever. and there was
no means OF arresting the spread.
ing flames. Building after building
caught and in spite of all efforts the
destruction went on until there was
nothing left which could be consumed.
Not even shed was left. All the bust
ness portion of Cambria was wiped out.
The buildings being entirely of wood
their destruction was so rapid that there
was not even time to get out their con-
tents. Hardly anything was saved, and
the town is destitute. No lives we're
lost. The total loss is about Sips 900 !;
insurance, about $4,000. The express
Office. postoffice and telegraph office
were Destroyed.
The principal losses were distributed
as follows: B. H. Franklin, general
merchandise store, theater ami Granger
saloon, 100000; no insurance; j. II.
Jansen, mill and store, $4,000 insur-
ance, $500; s. Gross, $1,000; T. i. Nor.
ton, $500; G. M. Cole, SIS, 900; A. Cans,
$1,000; Proctor House, $4,000; R. T.
Jackson, newspaper office, 81 900; T.
Sherman, $4,000; g. w. Lull, SIS 1000;
insurance, $4,000; E. Citron, 81 900; in
surance, $500; Scolari & Maggetti.
$1,000; Mrs. J. NJ. Tenrill, $4,000; in.
surance, $500; I. L. Cham bin, 81 900;
G. W. Ramage, $40, 900; B. @. Whitney,
$4,000; J. D. Campbell, $1,000; R. A.
Miner, $4,000.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
A Family Affair.

An old man named Marcus Zureti was
arrested at $50 O'Clock last night
on New High street for striking
his son-in-law, a Frenchmsn
named Eugene Destry. lie was
taken to the Police Station, but on deposi.
ting $40 as security for his appearance
in court this afternoon, he was released
from custody. There has been some
ill-feeling between the two men
for some months past owing
to Destry's treatment of his
wife, upon whose earnings he is
said to subsist. In June last he made
an attempt to abduct Zureti's younger
daughter, his wife being then in San
Francisco, but was intercepted at the
Arcade depot by the girls father. Destry
was arrested at the time for battering the
old man, and was locked up in jail fol
some time. Since that time both mer
have avoided each other as much al
possible, but last night, on meeting eacf
other accidentally, Zureti's feelings over
came his discretion, and he knocked hi
son.in-law down.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
ntschnrxes for Oontemut.

Tucson, Ariz., September 30. - The
Hrand Jury which has been investiga-
ing the robbery of United States Pay
Aaster Wham, was discharged by
District Judge Barnes today. Judge
Farnes was informed that the jury, on
|eptember 18th, had telegraphed
|Attorney General Miller, asking
hat another Judge try the cases Of
he parties indicted by the Grand Jury,
az Judge Barnes by his re-
Marks in open court, had tended to in.
Aidate witnesses for the Government.
Judge, ON discharging them, stated
hin criticising the Courts language
had committed contempt. The
association has telegrsphed a reso'
10 the Department Of Justice eus-
Judge Barnes. Another jury
\bly be called.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
The olive Mills Fire.

SANTA ANA, September 30.-Early this
m orning the Olive Mills, located four
miles northeast of the town of Orange at
the mouth of the big irrigating ditch
which supplied the motive power, were
totally destroyed by fire. The loss on
the building alone is 10000, and fully
as much more on stock stored in
the eranaries, bringing the loss up
to 10000; insurance, $4,000. The
mill people only recently put in a COM
plete electric light plant, In order to les
sen the danger of spontaneous COM
bustion. The fire is believed to be of in
cend;ary origin, and detectives have
been employed to make an investiga-
ton.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
BAY Oily BREEZEs.
Local Happenings I'm and Around
the Metropolis.

tno metFOpOl1Ss
SAN Francisco, September 3O.-At &
meeting of the directors of the Cslifornis
Athletic club tonight, Ike Weir and Billy
Murphy were matched to fight to finish
il this city, in the latter part of Decem-
Der.
Tbs Chronicle claims thet the J. J.
Heffernan who fgured in the U.o1 -,
case, and who was Desmond's compau.
ion in the East, is barkeeper in THE
city working under the name of Richard
J. Hefernan.
News was received here today that the
brig Emma Augusta, which left this port
August 18th, was wrecked September
oath at Rsza island in the Gulf of Cali
fornia, whittier she had gone for a load
OF guano. The crew were saved.
Golden Gate Comroandery, knights
Templar, left here on a special traid this
afternoon. to attend the Triennial Con.
clave at Washington.
b. F. Taylor, of San Jose, defeated J,
B. F. McCleery, of San Francisco, to
night in game of stright rail bill
lizards for $500 side. Nc.
Cherry to make 1,200 points
to Taylor's 900. Following is the score :
Taylor, 900; McOlesry, 62O. Averages
Taylor, 81 1912; McCleery, Is 5 Al.
Highest runs: Taylor, 200; McCleery,
157.
Francis Wagner, an errand boy, was
killed this morning by falling down an
elevator shaft. He attempted to Jump
on the Car while it was in motion, but
made miscalculation and fell to the
floor below, striking on his head.
James II. Barry, editor of the Weeka
Star, was found guilty of contempt to.
CAV. IN publishing an article rejecting
upon supe. .ior Judge Lawler. He was
sentenced to five days imprisonment and
to pay q fine Of $500. It is understood
an appeal will be taken.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
she wants a Divorce.

When Charles Scott the blacksmith, was
recently tried for the killing of his para
mour, girl named Annie LeBrun, one
of the principal witnesses for the defence
was lively little French woman named
Mrs. oliver. An attempt was made by
the District Attorney to make the woman
testify that she was not quite woman
of the world. She claimed she was regu-
larly married. to oliver. She now comes
into court on her own behalf and prays
for divorce from oliver, on the ground
of extreme cruelty. Mr.. Hardesty, her
attorney states that the woman's limbs
are kicked all black and blue.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
TOLLlER,S DOOM.
The Sonora Tsaia Ko bier Executed
at Quay mas.


NoGALts, Ariz., September 30.-K. J.
Tollier, leader Of gang who robbed
train on the Sonora railroad a year ago
last May, and killed Conductor Atkinson
and Fireman Forbes, and who was sub
sequently convicted Of the crime and
sentenced to death, was shot early this
morning by the Mexican authorities at
Guaymas.
Tollier was officially notified Saturday
by the District Judge at Guaymas to
prepare for death, as the sentence of the
court must, according to law. be carried
out within seventy.two hours after that
notification. When informed of hie
doom Tollier staggered back against the
wall and turned asby pale. He had
hoped that his sentence would be com
muted to imprisonment for life. The
only American witness of the execution
of the death sentence was Ira Hay, the
express messenger who was seriously
wounded by Tollier's gang at the time o
the robbery.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
Assault with an Empty Gun.

MODESTO, September 30.-The case of
E. E. Howard, charged with assault
with deadly weapon upon County
Treasurer G. P. Ostrom, was tried in
the Superior Court on Saturday and
given to the jury at midnight. At
noon yesterday the jury brought in a
verdict of guilty as charged, and recon-
mended the plaintiff to the mercy of the
Court. Sentence will be pronounced on
Wednesday next. Howard made the
assault on Ostrom June 9th last, with an
empty shotgun, striking him on the
shoulder and elbow.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01

To inhale the germs OF disease with their
daily breath is the fate of denizenR of malaria
scourged localities every where. The endemic
atmospheric poison may, however. be reft Of
sive use OF Hostetter's Stomach Bitters. This
prominently safe and effective remedy and
safeguard not only eradicates the disease when
developed, but enables the system to safely
brave its assaults. Every physical function Is
confirmed in or restored to regularity, the cir
culation quickened II sluggish, and bilious
habit which of Itself begets proneness to
both intermittent and remittent types of ma.
larial disease, where extrinsic atmospheric
causes exist, powerfully counteracted by this
inimitabls fortifying and defensive age Mt
which has, moreover, none of the disagreeable
characteristics of drastic cathartic or an
alkaloid. Fever and ague, dumb ague and
ague cake, and the cdlenturd of the Isthmus
atism, neuralgia, soat, kidney and bladder
troubles, constipation and indigestion yield
to It.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
A Hung Jury.

The jury that tried William Griffith,
the Santa Monica man charged with the
commission of crime against nature,
after being out all day yesterday, was
discharged, not being able to agree. 1t
is reported that there we're seven for &C.
auittal to five for conviction.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01

property on the Pacific Coast at
40 per cent. below the Union rates, and
that agencies would be established in
every town on the Coast. This action
grows out of an unsuccessful effort on
the part of the three companies to gain
admission to the Union. they having
been refused admission on the ground
that they were mutual companies.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
The Recorders office.

For the month OF September, which
closed yesterday, the County Recorders
office reports the filing for record of 49,
212 folios of matter, as against 20,612
for the same month last year. The fees
for the month just closed were $2,7S7.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
The Butte Fire.

BUTTE, Mont. September 30.-The
loss by yesterdays fire is estimated at
$35 900, generally we'll insured. Three
firemen were fatally and number of
others slightly hurt.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
Expensive Wharf Fire.

SEATTLE, W. T., September 3O.-Fire
Sunday morning, caused by lime slack
ing in the rain, destroyed warehouse
on Commercial wharf at Townsend, en-
failing a loss OF $4,000. The principal
loss was on 5s5 chests of tea, valued at
SO. 600, held ia bond.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
Suspension for In characterization

SAN LUIS OBIspo, CAL, September
3O.-The directors Of the Agricultural
Park Association today suspended Geo.
@. Smith and the black mare Topsy for
six months from trotting on any course
under the National Trotting Association.
The reported cause is characterization at
Saturdays races.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01

SEATTLE, w. T. September 3O.-The
bark J. D. Peters has arrived at Port
Townsend from Ounalaeka. having left
September 18th with 1000 pounds of
whalebone, valued at $25 600, consigned
to the San Francisco Trading Company.
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1889-10-01
A Long came Of Cricket.

SANTA Rosa, CAL, September 3d.
Santa Rosa played a game of cricket
with the Lekeport Club today. The
game, which lasted from 9 O'Clock this
morning until evening, was won by the
home team,