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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

For Best Black and Colored Silks for
Christmas
Presents come to this largest silk depart
ment-big bargains and best goods, soc a
yard up to 81. Jos. HORNE & Co.,
609-621 Penn avenue,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
Now is the Time.

To have your pictures taken and avoid the
holiday rush. Cabinet photos 81 90 per
dozen. Life size crayon portraits, with
handsome frames, 81 co.
LIES POPULAR GALLERY, 10, II Sixth st
TTSu
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
Plenty of Time,

Do you want a crayon for Christmas or
cabinets? Come to Hendricks & Co., 68
Federal street, Allegheny. They never dis
appoint vou- Good cabinets 81 dozen.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
Diamond Earrings.

all prices. One notable pair we have on
hand is blue-white and absolutely perfect in
every way. Price, 81, 400. If you want
to see pair of gems very uncommon, come
in and look at these at Hardy & Hayes,
Jewellers, 529 Smithfield street. IT'S
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

ALLEGHENY ladies, you are invited to
inspect the Christmas display of blankets,
comforts and quilts at Arthur, Schondel-
inger & Co., 6S and 20 Ohio street, Allie
gheny. IT'S
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

FoR beauty and durability. our line of
chamber and parlor suits cannot be beat in
the city. Store open in the evening.
MICHIGAN FURNITURE Co.,
437 Smithfield street.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

For beauty and durability, our line of
chamber and parlor suits cannot be beat in
this city. Store open in the evening.
MICHIGAN FURNITURE Co.,
437 Smithfeld street,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
Clocks.

Some of the most beautiful clocks ever
seen IN this city, in onyx, marble and brass,
at the jewelry house of
HENRY TERHEYDEN,
$50 Smithfeld street.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
All Who Heard

Stanley's lecture will want to read SIN
Darkest Africa, the only authentic account
of the late expedition. S. A. CLARKE,
Special Agent, at Eichbaum's, s, Fifth av.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
,HANDKERCHIEFS:

One half dozen pretty box make very acceptable Christmas
and buys fancy and buys new
styles hemstched buys white initial hemsttched; buys
initials fine japanese silk and buys Japanese hem
stitched solid white black Ladies' fancy embroidered silk
handkerchef $780, 75c and ST. 81 98 buys choice
of high novelty and richly embroidered beauties.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

ARE you tired? Nothing refreshes like
pure beer. Call for Pilsner beer at any
good bar. IRON CITY BREWING Co.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
Christmas Gifts.

What is more suitable than a. fine Kranich
& Bach, Stultz & Bauer, or James NJ. Starr
& Co. piano, Miller or Needham organ?
For sale by Lechner & Schoenberger, 69
Filth avenue. Easy payments. TTsu
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
SILK SUSPENDERS:

soc buys brocaded designs silk ends all styles of buckles etc.
7sc endless variety of styles 81
IS buys solid coors fancy silks in handsome
designs 50 very finest and richest silk suspenders,
and gold buckles Each pair pretty Christ
box.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
You Can Order a Cravnn

Any time during this week and get it with
out fail for Xmas, at Aufrecht's Elite Gal
lerv. DIG Market street Prices lowest.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

ALASKA seal capes, the very best quail
ties at $50 each; same grades elsewhere $40
and S15. HUGUS & HACKE.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
FLOWERS for Christmas.

We will have a very fine assortment of
the choicest varieties. Place your orders
early. n. PATTERSON,
No Al Sixth avenue,
Opposite Trinity.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

MUSIC BoXEs-Improved, patented,
guaranteed. Get mfrs. new reduced price
list. GAUTSCHI, 1850 Chestnut, Pbila.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

HEADQUARTERS for Xmas candy.
THos. r. HERD & Co.,
ALLEGHENY.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

SILK umbrellas and walking sticks for
holiday presents.
JAMES H. AIKEN & Co.. 100 Fifth av.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

Do You CoUGH?-Take Kemp's Balsam,
the best cough cure. Sample bottles free of
any druggist. Large bottles 50c and 81.
TThSu
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
GLOVES:

Mems for walking riding dressS buys Perrins renc kid
in brown black, slate 81 buys the Derby Imported
kid coors Pn 81 and 81 buy fine qualities Of
kid with silk stitched backs 75 81 and 81 buy fine lined kids
CSC soc CLOTH assorted coors. Boys gloves all
kinds
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
SMOKING JACKETS:

and Came Hair S fancy Persian patterns So; fancy
brown 81 fancy gray mixtures Pads So Flcn
novelties in velvet Persian silk mixtures from $40 to SIS.
beautiful variety of dressing and Turkish bathing robes
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

FINE silk muf1ers for holiday presents.
JAMES H AIKEN s. Co., 100 Fifth av.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16

DREssMAKERs' supply depot, 10 Penn
avenue, Pittsbnrg. REINING & WILDs.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
DRESS SHIRTS:

large and complete stock of the best madand they're
Portable and will fit and 81 buys plain white in good grades
81 and 81 buys fine white the fashions 81 and
So buys full dress and regular custom made.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-12-16
MISCELLANEOUS XMAS GIFTS:

Silk muaers silk underwear silk hosiery collars and cuffs rich
waterproo rubber travelling bags sahe
trunks knit Jackets jersey jackets mems and
boys clothing ladies' cloaks seakins, pushes infants
garments and girls hats gents fur caps seal seal gloves
holiday silk hat for guaranteed equal
any So town. neckwear cuff jewe rings gold and silver
garters ladies' genlemens and cbden slippers,
Everything at BOTTOM, BARGAIN PRICES.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09


mo wish twas iiuauoial regersss
would be 10 fny favor, cause 7 neysr
had 4 cent, taking or bis trousers
Disappointed ii lover" asked the
reporter, turning his head away
4Rataf said seedy, removing biz
socks
ANY motive at al for this rash
act asked tie reporter
well, I should smile.
"Well, what is III"
well, you see, I'm printer, and
for The last two months, I've been
settiu' type on poetry Beautiful Snow
poetry and sieh. Oh, my boy" cried
Smith, weeping on the reporter neck,
IF you would not follow me to my
liquid grave at the foundation Of the
river do not attempt to read that
poetry. Oh, horrorl Goodbye, my
boy, good-byei9
Good. bye, old chap" said the re-
porter, and in two seconds more Smith
WAS sending up bubbles from the
bottom Of the river. Verdict, found
drowned.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
His Was A Liquid Death.

While the shipping news reporter
was sitting on the string piece Of on
Of the Delaware river docks the other
night, gazing complacently at the re.
Election of. the silvery moon on the
dimpled waters with one eye, the
windward optic fastened all the while
on some suspected pirates, seedy-
looking individual wandered aimlessly
down to where be was sitting and eyed
him critically. In the seedy mans
eyes were saline tears, in bis mouth
was quid Of tobacco, and in his
pockets there was nothing
Say, young fellow, I'm goin' K
commit Suicide" said the seedy man
taking off his coat and laying il
down.
lis that so2" asked the reporter.
Eyer, that's 500"
whats your name r
Smith, Billy Smith" said he tax
ing off his vest.
"Where dye live ?"
Nowhere" said seedy, looeening hi
! suupenders.
"What is your occupation p
"Ain't got none--I'm too stronI
to work, said seedy, taking off on
shoe.
Family troubles2' asked the re
porter holding his nose.
mo amt got no family, be re
piled taking off the other shoe.
aFinancial reverses2" asked til
reporter through his handkerchief
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
ADVICE To MoTnRRs.

Are you disturbed AZ highland broken Of
your rest by a sick child suffering and cry
Ing with pain u cutting teeth lfso, send
at once and get bottle Of MRa VIVA
Lows sooIHTNd SYnUP roR CHILDAEs
TEETHtga. Its value Il inoalculabse, i
will relieve the poor little sufferer imme.
tiiatcly Depend upon IL, mothore, there y
no mistake about ii. IL cures dyseutery
and diarrhma; regulates tho stomach and
bowels, cures wind oolic. softeDS the gums
reduces inflammation, and gives tone aud
energy 10 the whole system. MRA. WINS
LOWS SoofHIsg syrup FOR CmLDnts
TEETHEG Is pleasant 70 The taste, and Z
the prescription az one Of the osdoss gnd
best female nurses and physicians 10 thu
United States, and is for sale by all drug
gists throughout the world, Pfice25c cents
bottle.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09


WHEN HIGaINs HAD No OyER-
COAT. -"This is wonderful weather. !"
said Eugene Higgins, throwing open
his oyercoat. Feel as though ! might
as we'll shake my overeoat and get
out my straw hat. But even then !
would have hcep more clothes on
me than had this day fifty years
ago"
"Why, was it very warm that
Christmas ?" somebody ssked.
"Wsll, no. replied Mr.. Higgins.
"On the day refer to II was snow
ing-the 22ud Of December 1889.
That's the day that / was born. Six
o'clock in the morning. Snow on the
ground. No ovsrcoat,"
Mr.. Higgins win talk very little
about national politics to newspaper
men. When asked recently If he
thought That Cleveland would be re-
nominated, he said
II don't think so.
"willit be Dave Hill, then ?"
rather think the democrats win
take up western man next time,
was bis reply.
Concerning Clevelaud's defsat, Mr..
Higgins thinks that had Dan Man
ming lived he would have been the
nominee Of the party and rot Cleye-
land.
"Are you sorry that you got into
poliifcs2' somebody asked Eugene
not long ago.
"Nota Bit" be replied. Il have
enjoyed the excitement. The only
fault / have TO fnd with my party Il
that il hasn't got enough backbone =
Baltimore Herald.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
Vim. A. HAMMOND,
ST. CLEMENTS BAY, st. Mays Co.,
AGENT FOR
DAMDMAN BROTHERS co. s
FERTILIZERS
For All Crops.
For All Crops.

These Fertilizers have been giving excel
lent results and every farmer who has eyer
used them Ihaye no trouble to sell again.
Raw Bone, Bore Meal, Dis. Animal
Bone, S. g. Bono, Tanlsage, Potash and
all other Fertilizing materials furnished at
short notice.
am also agent for the Mansfield En-
gines. Hageratown Threshers, Farmers IN.
yorite Drills, Betting, Steam Hose and Lu-
bricating Oils.
Farmers needing anything in my line
will do well to get my prices before buying
elsewhere.
WILLIAM a. HAMMOND,
ST.. CLEMENTS BAY, MD
Aug e-3m
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
JOSEPH H. MILBURN,
BUILDER AND CONTRAC TOR
LeonaFdfowsT. Md.

Estimates furnished and all work done
promptly and in worlSmanlilSe manner.
Also Agent for the Canton Steel Roofing
Company. the best and cheapest roofing IN
the world. Samples and prices furnished
upon application.
Roofing furnished aud Pit on for $3.50
per square Of 100 square feet.
Refer, by permission, % Rev. Chas, n,
jenkins and Jos. A. Dillow, Leonardtown,
June 10 Gg--tf
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09

psg- .Peacs 10 The family" Yon
can enjoy good night's rest and re.
tain peace IN the iamily.by keeping
DR.. Bulls Baby Syrup 10 the house.
AT once popular eiieacions IL has
"come to stay We mean Laxador.
the "golden" specific FOR all nslarial
troubles. Price only % cents
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
pncklen,s Arulca saIyo.

The Best Salye In the world foF Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rhenm, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
CornA, and all Skin Eruplions, ard posi-
lively cures Piles, or no pay required. "
IS guaranteed 70 give perfect satisfaction, or
money refunded. Price % cents per box.
For sale Ut Edelensl store.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
SAINT NaFg'S Beacon


: A wealthy business man not long
ago made short visit to his native
town. thriving little place. and while
there was asked TO address the Sun
day School on the general subject Of
success in life.
"But don't know that | have any
thing to cay, except that industry and
honesty win The race be answered.
"Your very example would be in
spring, if you would tell the story Of
your life" said the superintendent.
care you not seIf-made man 2"
Il don't know about that r
why. I've heard all about your
early stugglesl You went into Mr..
Wheelright's Office when you were
only ten"
80 I did So / did But my
mother got me the place, and while !
was there saw that | had something
to eat, and when got discouraged,
told me to cheer up and remember
that tears were for babies"
while you were there, you stud
led BY yourself"
"Oh, no. bless you, MOI Not by
myself | Mother heard my lessons
every night, and made me spell long
words while she beat up cakes for
breakfast. I remember ono night ]
got SO discouraged dashed my writ
ing book, ugly with pot hooksand
trammeIs, into the fire, and che
burned her hand pulling it out"
"Well, it was certainly true, wasn't
it, that as soon as you had saved a
little money, you invested in fruit,
and began to peddle il out on the
evening train r
The rich mans eyes twinkled, and
then grew moist over the fun and pa
thos Of some old recollection.
EYES," be said slowly, "and ! should
like to tell you story connected with
that time. Perhaps that may do the
Sunday school good. The second lot
Of apples I bought for peddling were
specked and wormy. had been
cheated by the man Of whom bought
them, and ! could not afford the loss
The night after ! discovered they
were unfit to eat, crept down the
cellar, and filled my basket as usual
They look very well on the outside,
l thought, and perhaps none Of the
people who buy them will ever come
this way again. I'll sell them, anc
just as soon as they are gone I'll ge'
some sound ones"
Mother was singing about th'
kitchen as / came up the cellar stairs
hoped to get out Of the house without
discussing the subjsct Of sound fruit
but, in the twinkling Of an eye, sh'
had seen and was upon me.
Ned said she, In clear voice
what are you going to do with thos'
specked apples?
'Se-sell them, stsmmered ]
ashamed in advance.
Then you'll be cheat, and
shall be ashamed to call you my son,
she said promptly. oh, to tbinl
you could dream Of such sneakinl
thing as that /
"Then she cried, and ! cried, ana
I've never been tempted to chea
aince. No. sir, | haven't anything +
say in public about my early strug
giles; but ! wish you'd remind you
boys and girls every Sunday tina
their mothers are probably doing ia
more for them than they do for them
selves. Tell them, too, to pray tina
those dear women may live Ion
enough to enjoy some Of the prosper
ity they have won for their childre
for mine didn't. - YOatA's Con-
panion.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
FARM FOR RENT.

30 ACRES of land suitable for trucking,
&c, en- ST. Mays river. Good dwelling.
Address FARM, BEACON Office.
Oct i0-tq
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09

800 per inch for the fintinsertion, and
cents for every suhsequcntinaertion Obit
uaries, church feslivals, etc, over ten lines
Ia length will be charged AZ the rate Of 20
eenis perinch. A liberal deduction made
o those who advertise by the year.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
THE
ONE PRICE
STRICTLYCASH STORE


again calls your attention toa
large stock Of Spring and
Summer Goods Of every va
riety known b be kept IN one
house where prices stand
out IN plain figures. What
ONE PAYS ALL PAY.
Sold for one close quick pro-
TT. Taking no risk with the
credit ledger--not making
you pay those heavy losses
which certainly must be made
up. When merchant has
0 and 10 dollars credit out for
every dollar he sworth, some
body must take the risk ofscl-
ling them on time. Certain-
~ IN these hard times Il be-
hoges every b0ncst and well
thinking person to look To
where they can save some
thing on their purchases. !
am still leading ia DRY
GOODS Of every description,
FUR MIXTURE READY
MADE CLOTHING, both
for gents, youths aud chill
drenss wear, CARPETS,
BOOTS and SHOES, &c, &c.
Standing upon merit alone,
fair and square 10 all, / shall
be pleased 70 show you
through. Yours 70 count on,
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
NOTICE.

From this date win be found Ut the
store Oi j M johnson, Leonargltown, Qn
Saturday,, where | VIII repair watches,
clocks and iowalry ii workinaBlIke man
ner and with dispatch ssanafs also err
paired.
CHARLES A. HEARD.
Aug 20--tfs
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09

RFg Trespass Notice All persons are
warned not % trespass with dog gun pr in
any other manner on my farm IN Bedla1n
Neck, Tth oleclicn district. The law Will
be ridgedfY enforced against ~ trespasacFR
sAMUlIL 3d. Il. PALMEiSs
flok 1r-Iffi
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
MORGAN,

Insurance trent 8 Broker,
IESEARDTowN I'd.
Represents me following First Glass Com,
panios with combined assets oftwelva mil.
ilonof dollars, and haa facilities FOR placing
large lines IF inpu4anco on The most favor
absa terms Ia home nf fOfeign companies.
Regal Fire faaayanoc If Lsrslpo0l,
Nasfflotop Ffge. N Nee FORK,
LpndaH. Lirefpoel e Gfsbs, Frs,
Mutual Eaaoureas assessment n Baltimore
Life,
Nes York Mitfsaal LlJs,
CoanscfsOH Afutual Lit.
Jan 10, es-Yf
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09

The poLfgn GAzETT win be mailed, Sc
curely wrapped 10 any addressin tho United
States for three months on receipt oil
f)hagR DO AAh4
Liberal discount allowed to postmaatile.
agents and clubs. Sample copies mailed
ffce. Address all ordereto
RICHARD M. FOX
FRANKLIN SouARK M NJ
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09

Small tract Of land on tributary Of Sc.
Clements Bay. Good dwelling. About
acres. Good for trucking. Price, $3.50.
10. r. MORGAN.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09
EOR 81.

Al small farm, miles South Of haptico,
at Cross Roads Two miles from steam,
boat wharf. " acres. Common Improve
ments. Good stand fol- business nefcan-
tile or mechanical Mpitablo for fruit.
Price, S400. Terms easy.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09

Steamer JOHN 3 rye EI2T. Caplsu
JOHN a. K2TcHAbf, viii leave Pier
II Light Street Wharf, Baltimore, every
"Wednesday and Sunday &c b. MI dg3p
landings On Smiths Creek and 81. Mafy's
River. Nd, On Yeecomico, Coan and
Great Wicomico Rivers, Dy1nefs and IL q
dian Creeks, VA
Returning will i1ave Eubank's. Indian
Greek. every Tuesday and Friday at 6 am.
Hudnall's Va ....ss....... GA. IN.
Bacon's, s....s.... p. m.
lodge, ~
Kinsalc, ....s......
Bronco. Nd .........
A@Sbu y ss*-st.s.'s....ssts
Abelrs, ........... s.
Arriving IN Baltimore early Wednesday
and Saturday mornings
ALVIN p. KENNEDY,
July l8yH Agent
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1890-01-09

T. I. HATES d n Y. king, Publishers
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-01-01

MAIN l!EK::---EAsT. 81
For Baltimore. Philadelphia ait New Yo,r. {
4:S5 n. mG 9:& and II 80 y, M, ,iaIiy,fFT
s GnmnStland Accommodation. 1850 a. M, 9.
Grafton Accommodations :2J ,. M, daily! Il;
Moaaasyi!!e Accommodation, TOO a. NJ, daily
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-01-01
- So ,,,..--..Gr.
Advice to 1lothers.

& Are you disturbed at night and broken
Of your rest by a sick, child suffering and
crying with pain Of cutting teeth 2 II SO,
send at once and get Il bottle OF MIS-,
WINsLow'sj soornlNa tSYRur5 FOR CTilL.
DEEM TKErHlNa. It's value isincalculable.
1t win relieve the poor little sufferer i'm;
mediately. Depend upon it,mothers, there
is no mistake about st. y cures dyRen-
terry and diarrhea, regulates tie stomach
aud bowels, eares wind collie, soitens the
gums, reduces inflammation, and gives
tone and energy; to the whole system;
Mns. aW1NsLow's SooruISot5 SYRUrjg FOR
CHILDREN TRETHlSa is pleasant to the
taste, a1d lis the prescription Of one; Of
the oldest and best female nurses and
physicians in the United States, and ID
Tor sale. 6yI llidruggists throughout the
world. n Price, 81 cents a hottie. ~ HwPAw
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-01-01

tstfITfl nj. !! yifHeH EfffI,sg
and looked as fresh aud breezy "a the
ocean. he sailed over his open, fhonest
face was an atonement for past irregu.
larity,S and Mrs. Darlington 4 .'took to
him. at once, reading him through her
penetrating spectacles, which beamed
upon him with concentrated Kindness
al"The sea Is what you want, = said he,
laying his hand on her shoulder as II II
were,a tackle.biock. 4 gsss;Tft
"1 should like 10 sec better,'' said she,
smiling upon him, and my Spectacular
hardly strong enough but lam going 10
get me some parabslical glasses that are
said 10 be very pernicious to the eyes,
gf""l mean the sea--s.e.a--the ocean !"
he replied, enjoying her mistake e. Now,
why not 20 of with. mo to the West In.
dies ? The Seven Pollies will sail In two
weeks, and YOU can slip away as easy MS
rolling oil a log, II you have ever tried
that. There are other passengers going,
and II We don't nll give you a high old
time then my names not 81 Pelton. AZ
Mrs. Partington was astonished, and
she pondered the proposition, especially
the part where her rolling of log was
at which figure she had silent.
" da,uo rrad EVA tlIg- Am pss - 4 srrt,5 . Nv
The Wheeling daily intelligencer. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1865-1903, 1890-01-01

81 don't like Steamships" said she. 81
BLESS you" he replied, "all the steam
there ia on 4the Seven, Pollies is what
comes from the cooks kettle. Why, she
Is going to carry forty horses" i'Hs.spTss;;
We'll, that Is commodious," said abe,
land arc they impaired into spans r., an,
THEY arc generally impaired, Che
said. "before they get there. y sslglEEf.Sli
WELL ] do declare, said she, II feel
predisposed otry 1t, and Isaac needs re.
coopering as vel! rs myself. Come here,
dear, and tell us how you would like to
90 to the West Indies in vessel with
forty horses detached p Slj cd "a, i3S
sS Ike had como in rs they were talking,
aud was amusing himself by putting q
good-Sized spotted turtle into the sailors
hat, aud encouraging its effort to escape
over the side. the reptile tipping the hat
over upon the floor with Il bang.
sfi"Buily,""5swas his response to the en-.
quiry. HE 8fS ,lls
1.-The conversation was continued until
she determined that itiwas best to ac-
cept the offer to join the Seven Pollies,
so well provided with horses, and enjoy
4 trip to the equator. a Thus 1t was that
on a certain pleasant morning, Mrs. Par
tington and Ike, the latter, astride Of Il
trunk, on behind the carriage, was driv.
en-. down the wharf, beside which LAY
the igood brig, Seven PolIies, ready TO
cast off her lasts, aud proceed to sea, ~;