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The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-10-10

The time of the year is rolling around
when business men should think about
placing their orders for their blank
books for 1891. Write to or phone 1928,
HammOnd's Printing Works, for an
oSt;mnta ON all kind of work
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-10-10
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YOu are In n Bad Fix.

But we will cure you if you will pay
us. Nervous and Debilitated, suffering
from Nervous Debility, Seminal Weak
ness, and all the effects of early evil
habits, or later indiscretions, which
lead to Premature Decay, Consumption
or Insanity, should send for and read
the Book of Live" giving particulars
of a home cure. Sent (sealed) by adj
dressing Dr. Parkcr's Medical and Sur
gical Institute, l5l North Spruce street,
Nashville, Tenn. They guarantee
cur" or no pay.-rhc Sunday Morning.
Table board can he obtained at 2lS
Church street.
n weak back, with IL weary aching
lameness over the hips, is Il sign of
diseased Kidneys. Use the bcst kidney
curative known, winch Is Burd0cl Blood
Bitters.
.dusic pupils Will do wen to call at
2iS Church street.
OLD exchanges for sale st Tux TINES
ohcs' 20 coma, per 100
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-10-10

Clipped from Canada Presbyterian,
under signature of c. Blackett Robin
son, Propr.: was cured of oft recurring
bilious headaches by Burdock Blood
Bitters.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-10-10

Cure for Croup--Use Dr. Thomas
Eclectric Oil according to directions. 1t
is the best remedy for all sudden attacks
of colds, pain and inflammation, and in
jurics.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-10-10

Music pupils Will do wen to call at
Els Church street.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

with forged note on one Of their let
ter heads, informing him that they
had sent their clerk To meet him, as
the matter must be cloaed Immediate
III, or file best chance In Chicago be
lost.
The ansuspecting dispensero of drugs
entered d hack with the false clerk
and II as Il Yen To- i handsome piece
Of acre property, where he met the
supposed owner. Satisfied with the
price and that the title was good, he
signed The contract on the spot, ad
vancing $1 900 To secure the purchase.
The above instance is only one of
many which might be cited, where
schrewd men, familiar with business
transactions, have been duped by
sharpers.
Mock Or fraudulent actions have
always been prolific source of reye-
nue. to the city sharper. A room is
secured on business street, and q
1oud-yoiced auctioneer placed in COM
mand of the situation. Seemingly fine
watches and jewelry are sold at various
prices. It is unnecessary to state that
these goods are snide, or, il genuine,
are knocked down to q confederate.
Often fine goods are offered for inspec-
lion, put up even for sale; base imi-
tation substituted when they are
wrapped up for delivery. Many an
unsuspecting countryman, having
made bid, has goods struck off to
him and several times the amount o.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

swindled. Once secured. the new
partner" is Systematically frozen
out, that is, after various schemes
have been played upon him and all his
surplus cash secured. One man liz
Madison street takes in" on an aver
age, partner month. Frequently
the swindled parties join the enter
prise and get even by finding new
man with money to buy them out, or
take third interest in the rapidly
growing business.
Sometimes tartar is caught. Not
long ago q prominent operator" in
this line of swindling took I'M young
man from Western Illinois. The latter
found out his mistake the very next
day. Having locked the door lie rested
q revolver across pile OF the firms
books" the better to insure his aim,
and made the following demand upon
his urbane partner: MY money or
your life p
This variation from the stereotyped
request of the typical highwayman pro-
duced the desired effect. His $500 was
returned and new victim sought.
As before stated, business men, thor
olghly sup to snuff" are often taken
in by slick confidence operators. One
of the leading publishers and book
sellers of New York was once swindled
in the following unique manner:
A clerical looking old gentleman
called one day, and presented card
which designated him as the President
OF Western college. He stated that
he desired to purchase several thous-
and volumes for the college library,
and complete set OF textbooks Tor a
new department of theology. After
spending week in examining books,
he made out large order. The one
thing he lacked was particular He
brew grammar which he had studied in
his youth, and upon which he had set
his heart. The firm did not have it,
but sent out clerk who found, in a
rival establishment, an edition of sew
eral hundred volumes and the plates
from which they had been printed.
The old gentleman was delighted, and
ordered the entire lot. This so pleased
the publisher that he bought not only
the books but the plates, at rather a
high price. As the reverend gentle
man did not again put in an appear
ance, he called upon his rival
and learned, to his intense NOR
LITIGATION, that the former, in
reality confidence man, had left the
books and plates, purchased by him
no doubt in junk shop as old paper
and metal, to be sold on commission.
The sharper had collected the proceeds
of the sale, over $500, and decamped.
Returning, the purchaser sadly con,
| templated his worthless purchase
For three years and more, Chicago
will be the Mecca for country pill
grims. The best advice that can be
given them is to avoid not only stran.
gers but friends" who introduce and
identity themselves in strange and un
expected ways.
DWIGHT BALDWIN.
CHICAGO, ILL.,
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

taking. Then the farmer uttered q
little exclamation of surprise, the name
and address on the two envelopes being
identical.
"Eacuse me-" said he. shut this is a
strange coincidence. You seem to
know Prof Orville Hartshorn, OF Dem
yer.
Intimately" responded the stran-
ger. II have just arrived from the West
to represent him in the negotiation of a
block of mining stock which friend of
his, Mr.. john Newton, thought of buy
ing,
.Pm the very man Give me your
hand! Strangest coincidence ever
saw! The Professor wrote me that a
friend would represent him here.
The Identification seemed complete,
ard before night the farmer had ex-
changed $1,000 in money for entirely
worthless stock.
In these DAYS swindling has been re-
duced to fine art, confidence men
often making elaborate preparations,
and that at no small expense. to dis
cover and properly receive rural yis-
itors.
Last spring well-todo druggist,
located in thriving town OF central
Illinois, started for Chicago. On the
train he fell into conversation with q
very gentlemanly appearing man in
reality sharper who soon learned
that he was going to the city ait the
call of Blank s. Smith, q prominent
and reputable real estate firm. He
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06
These lines. from DIR. Wolcott's "R

These lines, from DIR. Wolcott's Sra
zor Seller" will serve to largely ex-
plain the success of the fraudulent
auctioneer. The buyer generally sup
poses that the seller has come dishon
estly by the goods he is Strengthening,
and is hence eager to share in the prof
it's, without mourning either the odium
or legal consequences of the theft.
Sometimes the information is given
out by the confederates that descent
of the police is feared, and that Sales
are being rushed on that account.
Then business becomes rushing, and no
end of fraud is perpetrated in the con-
fusion. Cigars are often sold in this
way Six or seven boxes are put up
at time and knocked down at about
one-half their real value. As the goods
cannot be delivered during the sale. q
liberal deposit is required on each lot.
When the entire stock has been dis
posed of the purchasers, who have been
felieitating themselves on their rare
good fortune, are astonished and dis
comfted at receiving bill in which
the price bid is charged at so much a
box, instead of for the entire lot, as
hey had understood. That being the
established rule of such sales and the
cigars not being worth the amount,
they simply lose their deposit money
and resolve to eschew snide auctions
and stolen or struggled goods in the
future.
Partner wanted in well-established
real estate and brokerage business
| Sc, 900 profits last year Rare chance
| for ON energetic man. n. So"
Such advertisements may be seen
any day and every day in the Chicago
| papers. Some of them are no doubt
legitimate, but for the most part they
are decidedly "snide." A tolerably
we'll furnished office, formidable set
| OF books. in which are entered the
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06
Cernflela Philosophy.

He who has nothing has nothing to
fear, says the Spanish proyerb. Any
woman, with red shawl, in pasture,
chased by pet bull, doesn't believe
any such thing. :,
"Neyer be in a hurry" is all very well
atftimes. 1t will never do when the
sold man" turns the dog loose when
you sit mp with his daughters after
twelve o'clock.
IT is said that woman paints and
adorns herself most for her husband.
This does not explain why the wife Of
a blind man is more careful about such
things than any other woman.
The old philosopher said that "a
good delayed Was an evil done. Te
the boy whose parents say whipping
is q good, this proyerb is a delusion
and snare.
A lady who has to ride In the street
cars great deal remarks that the
hogs are not all being slaughtered this
year by a great many thousand
The man who is always giving adj
vice is invariably the man who need'
it the most himself. He always allows
his own interests to suffer in trying t.
take care of other peoples. Always
beware OF the man who offers advice
freely.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

1T ii asserted by meiIuf high profeas-
ionai ability that when the system needs
stimulant nothing equals u cup OF fresh
coffee. Those who desire to rescue the
dipsomafliac from his caps will find no
better substitute Tor spirits than strong,
newly made coffee without milk or sugar.
Two ounces of coffee. OF one-eighth OF a
pound, to one pint Of boiling water.
makes q iirst-class beverage. but the
water must be boiling. not merely hot.
1T Is asserted that malaria and epidenics
are avoided BY those who drink cup Of
hot coffee before yentsIring into the
morning air Burned on hot Goals coffee
il Il s!lsinfectanf for q sick roem, and by
some OF The best physicians IL is consid-
cred specific in typhoid fever.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

eran in the art of duplicity met yonng
granger in n Chicago street, apparently
convinced him that he was an old
friend OF his dead brother, aud steered
him into a snide gambling house.
Once there, he treated the faro. dealer
to liquor, with the result of producing
his seeming intoxication. Then he
won quite sum from the bank, and
induced Mr. Yerdant to try his luck
As the latter displayed quite q large
amount of money, he was allowed 10
win ut first by way of encouraging him
to increase his play.
In ten minutes he had won twice as
many dollars.
Il guess Til be going" said he, as
he pocketed the cash and rose to his
feet.
Don't think of it, demonstrated the
"steerer." "You can make Thousand.
It's as easy as lying"
Then you'll be sure winner I'm
not mean enough 10 beat my dead
brothers friend ont of the chance to
make fortune. Look out for him.
though, for he might sober up any
minute. i never saw such rum -nosed
fellow get so drunk on two drinks be-
fore. Go in and win Twenty dollars
will pay for my trip. don't want the
earth. Ia, ta."
Not long ago wealthy Iowa farmer
visited Chicago, and stopped at Clark
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

BROWN & WAIT make the finest photo
graphs i'm Sioux City. They are the official
photographers OF the Corn Palace OF 1890,
having the exclusive right Of photograph
ing inside the Palace, and they being
awarded the contract for furnishing all
views sold inside the Palace. on account OF
the superior quality OF their work. They
have the finest gallery In the city and the
largest display OF samples to select from.
Mr.. Brown does all the operating in the gal
lery himself, and is one of the finest opera
tors west Of Chicago. Ii you are going to
have any pictures taken. be sure and cal
ON Brown & Wait. They give a guarantee
receipt for all money paid them, and IL youl
pictures don't suit you they will give you
your money back. They make all sizes and
styles of work. Their gallery is at Al:
Fourth street, by the American Express Of
flee, Sioux City, Ia.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

description and terms OF saleof large
amount Of city and country real estate.
which has been picked up here and
there without the smallest authority
from the owners Oh agents, and numer'
Gus equally aelusiye applications for
large loans and .gilt-edgeds security !;
these, together with respectable
looking, smooth-talking old man and
two or three stool pigeons. who dart
| iii at critical points during the nego-
tiation with a sucker to accept Inn
Iaginary offers and make imaginary
loans constitute the well established
business offered for sale.
This scheme has been 80 frequently
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06
Rspris.e ser Inc sssaas.nnsd.

Wrstched men and wornsn long consleannsd TO
suffer the fortunes Of dyspepsia srs filed with
new hope after few doses d Hostetter,s stona-
ach Titters This budding hope blossoms into
the fruition Of certainty II the Bitters ii per-
sisted IN It brings reprieye TO all dyspeptics
whoseekita aid Fiatnlence, heartburn. sink
ing at the pit Of the stomach between meals.
the nervous trenaora and insomnia OF which
chronic Indigestion il the percent, disappear
with thsir hateful progsnitor. MOST benefcent
OF stomachics who can wonder that in 30
many instances 1t awnkeas grateful eioquenee
in those who, benefited by III, speak voluntarily
in its behalf. 1t requires graphic pen to de-
scribe the torfnents of dyspepsia, but i'm many
of the Testimonials received by the proprietors
OF the Bitters these are portrayed with vivid
truthfulness. Constipation, biitousness. mus.
cular debility, mslariai feyers ard rheumatism
are relieved by it.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

We've heard 81 4 woman
who said she'd walk Eve miles
to get 4 bottle Of Dr. Pierce's
Favorite Prescription if she
couldn't get it without. That
woman had tried it. And it's
a medicine which makes itself
felt III toling up the system
and correcting Irregularities as
soon as its use IS begun.
GO to your drug store, pay
a dollar, get a bottle and try
it try a second, a third If
necessary. Before the third
ones been taken you'll know
that there's a remedy to help
you. Then you'll keep on
and a cure III come.
But if you shouldn't feel the
help, should be disappointed
in the results you'll find a
guarantee printed on the bot
tle-wrapper that'n get your
money back for you.
How many women are there
who'd rather have the money
than health? And 8 Favorite
Prescription : produces health.
Wonder is that there's a
woman willing to suffer when
there's a guaranteed remedy
IN the nearest drug store
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

street hotel The day after his arrival
he spent an hour writing business let
ter. He noticed sleepy-looking indi
vidual who sat next to him, but had no
idea that that individual had succeeded
in reading every word he had written.
Half an hour later he stopped before
street mail box to deposit his epistle.
As he raised it to the orifice his hand
encountered that of we'll dressed man
who was engaged in similar under
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

exposed BIZ the daily press that native
game has become 1hmid' aud difiicult
to bag. Hence most Of the victims
are now secured from the country,
where the Chicago papers have d very
general circulation.
The price for an interest varies with
the ability to pay OF the party to be
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

A ToccoA, Ca. man is totally blind,
and has been so from a babe a few weeks
old Although he received no education
he possesses unusual intelligence and
can solve difficult mathematical prob
lens, giving the month and year in
which person was born, tell the day
of the week, can tell day from night
by the atmosphere, and when travelling
can tell when he is passing objects some
distance from the roadside, such as a
hnIIsn tree
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06
In the Dark Continent.

DIR. Junker, who learned i'm Central
Africa to relish fried ants and lived for
years on a negro bill OF fare, expresses
decided views in his new book on the
way to get along in the dark continent.
He goes so far as to say that in his opin-
ion the white man who aecustoms him
self to native food will keep in better
health than il he enjoyed the best of
European cookery.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06
nm and several I

his offer demanded. Upon demurring
and protesting he is threatened with
arrest, and is often brought to terms.
OF course the swindlers use judgment
in selecting the victim of such high
handed proceeding.
@Tbis rascal stole the razors. suppose.
No matter il the fellow be a knaye,
Provided that the razors shave.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

panion wishes TO see, who ii unfortfl-
natelv out Of town for the day. TAI the
meantime another Clergyman ~ often
called OH and 1nacllinery set ii motion
by which the visitor is relieved of his
s.roll Z
Sometimes the smartest con man.
meets his match. Not long ago Il vet
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

20, MAMMAL shuddered q little girl,
as she was being bathed one morning,
and shrank from the water on her chest.
Don't put water there. It hurts my
front back so
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

A SOAP that is soft is full of agatcr, two
thirds its weight probably: You pay seven
or eight cents per pound for water. Dob
bins Electric Soap is all soap, and therefore
the cheapest and best. Try Dobbi1ts'.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

DIR. JOHN BULL. OF Louisville. KY, show
ed his love for little children whom he in
vented those dainty little candies he named
DIR. Bulls Worm Dcstrover's. It's fun for
the children but it's death to the worms.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

THE man who thou ght he could live on the
ssmilk OF human kindness" d.ed in the poor
house, of dyspepsia.--thiedJ1 Eye.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

LOCKS were used by the Egyptians.
Greeks. Romans aud Chinese. Du Gauge
mentioned locks and padlocks as early
IA 1881 So
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

or render any sevice that the victim
may request. Should the latter desire
To asee the town." he acknowledges
himself TO be sport aud takes him
ia tow, much as tug boat does . sail
ing vessel Ia the harbor. with the re-
suit Of wrecking him on some reef,
leaving him nothing Of value to serve
81 saiyage To whoever may come to his
relief. II the stranger proves to be q
church deacon, or even q clergyman,
the ahne-workor" is not one whit
ahaahed, but knows every preacher in
the city particularly the one bis com
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

THE ship OF state is dressed In sails made
from political canvas. and guided by the
tiller of public patronage Waterloo Observer.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

A wrong mpression-Kissing your wife on
the back stairs in the dark, supposing her to
be the hired 9irl.--lFateff00 ObsfrrCf.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

TWILL PROVE that wisdom is worth
more than strength" Are you weak? Save
your strength by using SAPOLIO. Try d
cake of it and Judge for yourself.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

M l. THOMPSON & CO., Druggists, Cou
dersport. Pa, say Halls Cattafrh Cure is TIL,
best and only sure cure for catarrh they eyel
sold. Druggists sell It, 15c.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

THE man who lives too fast Is bound TO dc
too quick Orleans Picdyln,.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06
MONKEY AND PARROTS,
Or, Am Unexpected Conclusion.

First Parrot - Monkey in cage
Excuse me, but above-I very
that is my apple. much dislike TO IN
Second Parrot - terfere in an argu-
I beg your pardon, ment, but allow me
but It is mine. to point out that
you are both wrong.
M,tnsey's Week
IN
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

TarrH is hardly so plentiful as fction.
Alkansap Trdreter.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

density of thunder clouds is said 10 lie In
the fact that the yapor is partially con-
densed into drops by the electrical
action.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

A NAN of ane ability-a Justice of the
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

When Baby was siek, we gave her Csstoria.
When she was . Child. she cried for castoris.
When she became Miss, she chung TO castoria,
when she had Children. she gave them castoria.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

BEST easiest TO use and cheapest. Piso'
Remedy for Catarrh. By druggists. SOC.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

BILE BEANS are doing remarkably well in
my section; they have given satisfaction to
every per son to whom have sold them.
and shall recommend it in every ease OF
liver CT n1rlaint that comes under my notice
M. Fl. PRATT Monticello Wis.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

LIZ afflicted with Sore Eyes, use DR.. Isaac
Thompson's Eye Water. Druggists sellit 200.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

For A DIsoRDERED LIVER try BEEcHAMs
PILLS.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

GOOD it--a ft of laughter.--Netc FORK
Commercial .idrerttser.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1890-11-06

swindled. Once secured. the new
partner" is Systematically frozen
out" that is, after various schemes
have been played upon him and all his