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The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

The SUCCESS OF "THE CENTURY" AND ITS
TLANo Fun 1851.
The Century Magazine is now SO well.
known that to tell of its past success
seems almost an old story. The N. Y.
Tribune has said that 1t and its companion
st Nicholas for Young Folks, issued by
the same house, ARE read by every one
person in thirty of the country's popula
tion,'-and large editions OF both are
sent beyond the seas. 1t Is an interesting
fact that few years ago it was found
that seven thousand copies Of The Cen
fury went to Scotland quite respect.
able edition in itself. The question In
Eagl land is no longer "Who reads an
American book?" but "Who does not see
the American magazinesY"
A few years ago The Century about
doubled its circulation with the famous
War Papers, by General Grant and others,
adding many more readers later with the
Lincoln History and Remnants thrilling
articles on the Siberian Exile system
One great feature of 1891 is to be.
THE GOLD HUNTERS OF CALIFORNIA
describing that remarkable movement to
the gold fields In 40, in a series of richly
illustrated articles written by survivors,
including the narratives of men who
went to California by the different routes,
accounts of the gold discoveries, life in
the mines, the work of the vigilance COM
mittees (by the chairman of the COM
mittees) etc, etc. General Fremonus
last writing was done for this series. In
November appears the opening article,
THE First Emigrant Train to Cslifor-
ia."-crossing the Rockies In 4l,-by
General Bidwell, a pioneer of pioneers.
Thousands Of American families who had
some relative or friend among "the
Argorats Of 40" will be interested In
these papers.
MANY OTHER COOP THINGS ARE COMING
the narrative of an Americans travels
through that unknown land Tibet (for
700 miles over ground never before trod
by white NAM; the experiences of es-
Gaping War-Prisoners; American News
papers described by well known journ-
alist; accounts of the great Indian Fight
ers, Custer and others ;persoDal anecdotes
of Lincoln, by his private secretaries;
THE Faith Doctor" a novel by Edward
Eggleston, with wonderfully rich pro-
gramme of novelties and stories by most
of the leading writers, etc., etc.
1t Is also announced that The Cen
fury has purchased the right to print, be,
fore its appearance In France or any
other country, extracts from advance
sheets Of the famous Talleyrand Memoirs,
which have been secretly preserved for
half century-to be first given to the
world through the pages of an American
magazine. All Europe is eagerly await
ing the publication Of this personal his
tory Of Tslleyrand-greatest Of intriguers
and diplomats.
The November Century begins the vol
ume, and new subscribers should CON-
mence with that issue. The subscription
price (e4 O0) may be RENTED directly to
the publishers, The Century Co., 33 East
18th St, New York, or single copies may
be purchased Of any newsdealers. The
publishers Offer to send a free sample
copy-a recent back number-to any one
desiring It,
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
The King Of Holland Dead.

William III, King of Holland and Grand
Duke Of Luxembourg died Sunday morn
ing He was born at The Hague, Febru-
airy IL, 1917. He was son of William
II of Holland and Princess Anna Paul.
ma, daughter Of Emperor Paul Of Rus
sis. William was educated BY private
tutors and at the University Of Leyden.
He succeeded his father March II, ls&9
on the throne of Holland. The country
during his reign has enjoyed peace at
home and abroad and has made q great
advance in wealth and Importance. viii
liam WAS married In 1889 to Princess
Sophia, second daughter of William of
Wurtembur4 by whom he had two sons
both of whom died In 1877. Sophia died
leaving the King a widower. In 1879 the
King married Queen Emma, daughter of
Prince George Victor Of Waldrick, and
by her had a daughter Princess Withe-
nina, who is heiress apparent.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
70 EiCk,

The monetary situation, under the ju-
dicous policy of the Bank Of England
directors, assisted by leading banks, has
become unusually strong. daily ma
terial addition to the bank stock of bull
lion is made. One and half million
pounds Of Russian gold is due Monday
and a million more is on the way from
Brazil, three quarters Of million from
Austria, and smaller amounts from Euro
pean markets.
The elections In Italy resulted In o
victory for the government.
The Charlie Hospital, at Berlin, is at
present engaged in making experiments
to test the recent claims put forward by
DR.. Koch, an eminent scientist and ply.
stefan, to having discovered means Of
destroying the germs of tubercular con-
sumption. II the means employed are
found to be what is claimed, and DR..
Koch carries out his intention of giving
his discovery freely to the world, the
widespread benefit accruing will be last
ing monument to the scientists name.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
Depew on Finances.

Chauncy M. Depew gives a rationa-
explanation of the recent financial dis.
turbances. We sell, every year. hun
dreds of millions of breadstutfs, provisl
ions and cotton to Europe, and that mon
ey helps to make the mare 60 on the
American farm. We sell hundreds Of
millions of our railroad shares tn Europe,
and the money goes into road bed and
rolling stock here and so 1t cannot be
turned into cash. When Europe gets
short Of funds, her investors send these
shares over to this country to realize-it
is like call loan, and we must take up
the collateral. Mr. Depew adds that the
fact that this country has stood this
great strain 30 well, superbly demon
strates the soundness of our prosperity.
Mr.. Depew's head is usually clear, and
it is unusually clear in this deliverance.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

Representative Cannon, of Illinois
Carter, Of Montana, who is secretary of
the Republican Congressional Committee /;
Bayne, of Pennsylvania; Buchanan, Of
New Jersey, and some other Republican
members, were at the Capitol last week
chatting about the elections and the work
Of the coming session Of Congress. They
all agreed that the result of the election
would make no change In the Republi-
can legislative programme. Mr.. Cannon
was not in the least cast down by his
defeat. He said that 1t was accomp lish-
en- by falsehood and misrepresentation
and that the next election the Republi-
cans would get back all the votes they
lost and more, too.-BdnQor Wig.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27


1t is said that the big Louisiana Lot
terry Company has at length concluded to
divide its profits and go out Of business.
The closing Of the mails against its oper-
atoms " as the first blow towards its de-
struction. For time it Iendeavored to
do business by means Of the express COM
panies but the refusal Of the Adams to
have anything to do with its work hast
ened its demise. 1t found itself no long
er able to swindle the public. How vast
has been its operations will appear from
the fact that the surplus to be divided
among the stockholders will, 1t is said.
amour. to between 81, 900, 900 and 81 900,
600 The stock not long ago was qnoted
at 81 POO a share. The people of the
country will not overlook the fact that
the downfall of this gigantic swlndling
octopus was brought about by Republi-
can legislation -Kennebeo Journal.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
Advana geous offers.

The time for renewals of the REPORTER
comes around and that season of the year
when many of our patrons have more
leisure for reading, we therefore make
them the following offers
To any subscribers who will prior to
January l, 1891, pay one dollar and fifty
cents,we will send the REPORTER fourteen
months. To any person subscribing anew
for the REPORTER We make the same Of
fer,l4 months for one years pay. This
only applies to those who pay the above
amount at the time the order for sub
scription is given in advance. Where one
year Is paid in advance arrearages smay
be settled at the rate of Sl.50 per year
To any old or new subscriber who pays
$3.50 for one full year in advance we will
send free of expense one year, In addi-
ton to the REPORTER either of the follow
ing periodicals
THE AMERICAN FARMER,
THE HOME MAGAZINE.
FARM POULTRY,
These are monthly publications but are
very fine family publications. The form
er especially adapted to the FARM and the
latter to the HOME.
We are glad to be able to make these
splendid gifts to our patrons Remember
they are offered November and December,
only.
The REPORTER will club with the fol-
lowing publications, at the rates placed
opposite each, payable strictly in advance
for one year.
REPORTER and Harper's Monthly,
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

Ladies' Home Journal. A more perfect
Christmas magazine for women could not
have been made than is the December La
dies Home Journal. Truly, here is
Christmas In story ,Isong and sketch. Six
ty-hve authors and artists have helped to
make this authorizations famous and
gifted like Harriet Beecher Stowe, Eliza
beth Stuart Phelps, Margaret Deland,
Sarah Orne Jewett, Mary Mapes Dodge,
DR.. Talmage Ida Lewis, Robert J. Bur-
dette, Mrs. Henry Ward Beecher, Mary
j. Holmes, Kate Upson Clark Ella Wheel
er Wilcox, Rose Terry Cooke, Foster
Coates, Elizabeth b. Carter, Harriet Pres
colt Spoford, Mrs Lyman Abbott. Mar
earet Bottome and Eben E. Rexford, each
of whom make distinct success In their
contributions,
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
PIttsNeId Q Gain.
TRiohmon Bee.1

The Bees regret in announcing the In
tended departure Of Rev. j. H. Little
from this village, will be shared by many
readers. Since his connection with the
Universalst church, that organization has
prospered to an extent unexpected even by
the most sanguine, while his work In
various sooiatas &c is oss : ..:..::: II:
ing social qualities, combine to lender
his removal matter of public regret.
Mr. Little will resume the passionate of
the Universalist church at Pittsfeld,
December LIST. That society Is fortunate
in securing him He is man as well as a
clergyman, and will be found capable of
doing mans work In any community
where he dwells.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

MIN. II. Kif, formerly Of vinalhsven,
now of Dakota, writes letter to the Rock
land Courier Gazette, in which he gives
some some advice about going West. II
want to advise all who read this letter to
stay where you are and be contented. I
have deem to the Pacific coast twice with
in the past two years, with thought of max.
ing home there, and after thoroughly ex-
ploring and investigating all that could
am ready to say that if it was the wish Of
my family to go away from here would
try and have them 60 back to old Maine"
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

The junior class of Colby University has
elected offcers as follows: President, C. H.
Sturtevant; Vice President. II. F. Kalloch;
Secretary, Miss Dora NJ Siblev; Treasurer,
A. G. Hurd Toastmaster, F. B. Nichols;
Orator, Stephen Stark Poet, G. C. Shell
don; Historian. G. A. Andrews; Awarder
of Prizes, II. X. Kslloch; Marshal. @. E.
Cohen; Committee on Odes, Misses Bake
man and Randall, C. II. Sturtevant; Exec
u,ive Committee, E. H Slower, F. B. Mich
OILS. F. T. johnson, II. F. Kalloch; Confer
ence Committee, C. p. Barnes. H. X. Kal-
loch. l.. Herrick.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

1t has been officially announced that ar.
engagements for continuing the business of
Barring Bros. 4 Co. have been concluded.
The limited company formed will be reg
istered Immediately with a subscribed cap
itAl exceeding 1000, 900 pounds. Thomas
Barring, member Of Parliament, becomes
chairman of the company aud will devote
his whole fortune to the firms credit The
other directors are Viscount Francis Bar
ing, member of Parliament, John Barring,
Kirkman and Hodgson.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
pensions

A former resident of Somerset Co., Mr..
M. G. Wright, has located in Washington,
d. O. and opened an Office for the prosecu-
ton of Government Claims. He will give
special attention to the claims of Maine SOL
diers. Being Located near the depart
ments, and having had several years e1-
perience in the Pension Bureau as clerk
and special examiner, he is prepared to
promptly and skillfully prosecute all claims
for original pension, increase of pension,
bounty, etc., which may be placed in his
hands. Consult him if you desire to sp-
ply, or, If having applied, your case has
been rejected or neglected. Advice free.
Address M. G. WRIGHT, Washington,
d. O., or call at the office of James Wright
Skowhegan who is supplied with proper
blanks for applications under the new Law
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

1t is now getting to be understood
that the main increase Of duties under the
new tariff are In Injuries like liquors, I'm,
ported Havana cigars and silk velvets,
and In fine woolens and cottons used by
the well to-do classes which 1t Is desired
to have made here instead Of abroad. Out
side of few luxuries like these, and one
or two other articles which 1t is desired
to have made here, there Is hardly an art
icle whose price can by any possibility be
increased by tariff changes. These facts
will be clearly understood before another
election, and the verdict Of the people be
very different from that apparently pro-
nounced In the recent elections.-Lewis-
ton Journal.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

Probably the Oldest timber In the world
which has been subjected to the use OF
man is found in the ancient temple of
Egypt, In connection with stonework,
which is known to be At least four thous-
and years old. This was the only wood
used in the form Of ties, holding the end
Of one stone to another. When two
blocks were laid in place, an excavation
about an inch deep WAS made In each
block, In which one of these wooden ties,
shaped like an hour-glass, was driven.
1t Is therefore very difficult to force .
stone from its position. These ancient
ties are made Of timarisk or Shittim wood
the same as that from which the ark wAs
constructed.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
The Scion Herald says

ever since the election, over who should
be the deputy sheriff In place of Grant
who has served the people faithfully for
long time. Several candidates have
been In the field and finally 1t got so
warm the Democrats decided something
had got to be done, so caucus was held
at the Carratunk House Friday evening
10 nominate a candidate. After giving
the matter o careful consideration Abel
W. Rowell was selected as the most
available person.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

Harper's Young People, 90
The Holiday season is near at hand and
you cannot do better for a Christmas or
New Years present than to send your
friend or friends The SOMERSET RrpoRr-
Err and one of the above named period
lCalS
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

Most people seem to think rumor is like a
subscription list. Every time it comes to them
they add something to It and pass it along 10
the next
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27

Congressman. al tell you that the people
want free sugar." Senator. won't tahy do
lust as well for them.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
.Toilettes' a new fashion magazine has

appeared. 1t is published In New York,
is only 81 80 per year comes monthly and
is an excellent fashion guide. There Is
an abundance Of Information descriptive
of large number Of fashion cuts Of
the latest designs In ladies' and chill 'rens'
garments Toilettes Publishing Co., N.
Y.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-11-27
A Great American Magazine.

THE SUCCESS OF "THE CENTURY" AND ITS
fLANo fun 1871.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
BASE BALL.

The game OF ball played Sunday
between the Mobile and Scranton
teams drew out quite a large crowd,
who wcro in hopes of the Scranton
team winning, but were sadly disap-
pointed as they were no match for
the Mobile professionals, The game
was one of the quietest and quickest
ever played here.
Score by innings:
S~orantons, 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 O.. Total. l..
Mobiles, O043I6144. %.
Batteries - Pol, Seymour and
Freniz for Scranton, Rood and Char
pin for Mobile.
Scorer-C. Z. Miller.
Umpi.e-Frank Casper, Jr.
TUESDAYS GAME.
Last Tuesday the Scranton team
went up to Moss Point to cross bats
with the 81. L. Danizler's." Although
the boys played in ankle mud, they
enjoyed the game, which resulted IN
another victory for the Scranton team.
There was several good plays made
on both sides, considering the wet
grounds and ball.
No boquels were received.
Score by innings:
Scrautous, 1O15642Ox K. Total, 10
J.. L. DIS 5lO423OO2. /" II
Umpire-Friis COlmer.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
ST. STANISLAU'S COMMERCIAL COLLEGE
BAY ST. LOUIS, HISS.

This well known College higgins its
next session Sept. 4th. Situated in a
healthy region, enjoying continuous
sea breeze. this Institution aff1ris
every facility TO acquire a solid educa-
ton. lis mathematical department
is particularly efficient, while for
practical business irainiHg il is mex
cellcd in the South. Its graduates
are 10 be found holding important
aud lucrative positions 10 all the
Southwestern States. A silver medal
was awarded 10 this College at The
Paris Exposition Of 1889. For tarms
and particulars address the President.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
TRY
Gerard & Cox's G5 cent Claret.

MI. W. G. LA y ley, of New Or
leans, representing the American
Book Company, gave us a twO-hour
talk OH Wednesday, trying to con
vince us that the concern he represent
cd was the best school book publish
ing house in this country. lie is a
laiker from way back, but we ST.
fenced HIM when we wanted a reas-
enable price for advertising his books
in the DEMoCRAT-STAR. lie wiltcd
and left, but said he would see us
later. The day OF free advertising IN
the DEMoCRAT-STAR has passed.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08

The following sclioonors arc load
ing al the l.. N. Dsntzlcr Lumber Co.'S
mills this week Mayfowcr with
10000 and Two Friends with $4,000
feet Of lumber Tor New Orleans; j. J.
Driscoll with $4,000 feet OF lumber for
Biloxi; Alfred NJ, with 1900 feet Of
lumber for Bluff Creek. Besides this
the l.. N. DAIMLER lumber Co. ships
a million or s feet of lumber to for
cign ports every week.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
FOR SALE.

Owing TO financial embarrassment
l am offering for sale, cheap, my
homestead in Scranton, fronting on
Yates Avenue, adjoining Capt. Glass
property. For particulars apply to
Evcritt 81 Mayors. WIN, ROYAL.
Tie Garden Party at Mr.. A. G.
Dclmas' last week for the benefit of
the Episcopal Church was certainly
a pleasant affair. About $50 was
realized. The alag Drill" by sixteen
young ladies, "a The principle
feature of the evening. Miss Alice
Rourkc, captain, drilled her company
like an old experienced officer. The
soldiers were uniformed with rcd
jackets, red caps and white skirts
The entertainment wound up with a
dance.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
HOSSPOINTD DEPARTMENT.
no WBOM IT MAY CONCERN,

We will esteem it as Il favor if any one
in Moss Point or vicinity, who know Of
anything of interest to our readers in that
place, will communicate tao same direct
to he DEMoCEAT-STAR office, Scranton,
or leave the same either at Dantzler &
Evans, Il. w. Manahau q Co.'s, j. w.
Stewards drugstore or Il. Bloomfield IL
Co.'s store, on Tuesdays or not later than
Wednesday evening of each week.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
NETTING OF THE SCHOOL BOARD.

AT a meeting of the School Board
Of jackson county, held at the Court.
house, in Scranton, August 4, 1890,
The following teachers were appoint
ed a committee to adopt text books
for use in the public schools in the
county: j. Il. Sutton, G. N. A. Y0ncc,
t. T. Howe, S. +. Pettua, J.. J..
Fletcher, w. l.. Murphy .and w. II.
Hardy.
LIST. 1t was ordered by the Board
that the winter term of the public
school shall open m the LIST of Novem-
Der, 1890, and the summer term on
list of May, 1891,
End. That the superintendent and
members Of tho Board in their respcc-
tive districts may move a school from
one place in a district to another, fin
their Judgment the interest of the
school would be promoted by such
change. The following schools were
then established for The ensuing year:
Gross Roads, Basir, Sunnower CT,
Wards, Moffett's, IEoweIl's, Rogers,
Cedar Creek, White Creek, Salem,
Ely's, Oak Grove, Caswell Springs,
Big Point, Roberts, Tanners, Davis
Chapel, Robinson's, Williams, Zion.
Moss Point, Woods, Orange Grove,
Bayou Casottc, Scranton, Pascagoula,
R~andall's, Moss Pomt (col.), Scranton
(col.), Ocean Springs, Big Ridge,
Shaw Ridge, Fort Bayou, Vanelcavc,
Ebenezer, Mt, Pleasant, JEFF IIavcns,
Ocean Springs (col.), Bluff Greek
Red Hill, Donney's, Red Greeks, Bcr-
RVS, Reeves Mil, Sweet Water, Fair
Byrd's and Jones. The Two lat
ter are contingent.
The Board then adjourned.
j. Ii. Corr. Sect'y Pro TEN.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08

The excursion to Horn Island
Monday night for the benefit of the
Scranton PRESBYTERIAN Church was a
success financially. About $50 was
realized. The Young people enjoyed
themselves dancing on the Sunbeam.
Mr.. WIN. Reynolds, J. G. Eusiis
and wife, Mr.. Oils Harms and son, of
New Orleans, Mr.. ]. II. Randolph,
Baton Rouge, and Mr.. NJ. L. Ran
dolph aud family, of Bayou GOula,
are the guests OF the Collage by The
Sea, Pascagoula.
Mrs. Sallie Hillyard, of Pcnsaco-
Ia, Fla, who has been spending some
lime with the family OF Capt. G. F.
Peterson, left for her home Thursday
Of last week, accompanied by Miss
Kate Peterson, who will spend sumo
weeks in Pensacola.
-Messrs. frank II. aud Alfred Z.
Lewis have purchased FIVE and a half
acres Of land from Mrs. NJ. l. Pol for
$500 cash. They also heught one LOT
from Mrs. Z. Mcneil for $500 cash.
So Scranton real estate is changing
hands at good figures. The Mcssrs.
Lewis intend 10 build houses on these
lands for rent.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
oTn I0P PRINTING OFFICE.

We are prepared to execute on short
notice commercial and fancy job
Printing in the best style, at very rea-
son1bIc rates. Our merchants and
h~u.inrss men need not send abroad
ia have their bill heads, envelopes,
statements, cards, or anything they
NAV want printed. Oar job Office is
complete in every particular. Give
fine DEMocRAT-SrAR Office your Or
dcrs and we guarantee satisfaction.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08

About four hundred colorcd cX-
c%ursionlsts from Mobile were here
Tuesday. They behaved themselves
very well. Only ono darkcy got in
Jail. Some got too full to navigate,
went of in the woods and missed the
train. The officers dill not do a land
office BUSINESS this time. A large
number of the colored population of
Scranton and Moss Point turned out
to see ode 'scursion."
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
TIE STAR

For good cams. prompt attention
|and d price % II, call az the Star
STABLES. j.. q. Ticket, proprietor, foot
III Krebs Avenue IN sight Of the depot
Ind Noy's Hotel, and especially equip
he'd for the accommodation Of The trav-
ling pebble.
Anice glass enclosed Hearse is also
kent at the star Livery Stables, which
: always at the service Of The pnhlic,
with careful a driver. on short notice.
Mr. i. w FrEUaur a. my uniF auihurinal
'arruf as maas paui 81 ltr u1efs fI CuFnNs
Ortsirl Is1 mlr
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
ron SALE.

1 offer for sale my residence prop
eriy-house and SIX acrcs 81 lamd,
In Moss Point VIII cell as a whole
or house lot, and other lots separately.
PEIcEs REASONABLE AND TRIMS EAsr.
II. BBooMFIELn,
Moss PolIi, Mss.
The Pascagoula democrat-star. (Pascagoula, Miss.) 1878-1920, 1890-08-08
Undertaking Establishment
SCRANTON. MISS.

Keeps on hand p complete stock OF
Baskets, Cases. Collins, Robes, Innings.
Handles, etc. His stock consists OF
everything needed in this locality for
purp0ses. He guarantees salts
in every oase ~intrustcd % his
care. Calls night or day al my resi-
OF place Of business all reccive
attention.