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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
SORT YOURSELVES.
Good Story Told About an Old PennsyI.
vuuia Minister.

From Harper's Magazine.1
There lived some years ago In Western Penn
sylvania an old circuit preacher, Father West
by name. whose genial humor and general
kindliness of heart had greatly endeared him
to all the people of his district. He was par
ticular favorite with the young folks marf-
monially inclined. and his opportunities to ''tie
the knott were numerous. On one occasion he
found upon his arrival at a certain town sew
eral couples awaiting his blessing. The old
man was tired and wished to make short work
of the job. "Stand up," he began. ''and jine
hands," Which. being done he ratified
through a marriage service that, like himself,
was original "There," he said, when 1t was
finished. '.ye can go; ye're man and wife, evry
one o. ya."
Two of the couples hesitated, and finally made
it apparent that in the sudden lining" they
had become confused and had taken the hands
of the wrong persons. The old preachers eyes
twinkled as he took in the situation, but ne in
stantly Strengthened up, and with wave of his
hand dispersed them. ~ married ye all. he
said. Sort yourselves"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

Salisbury he remains q good American, and
does not even seem to have abandoned his
Home Rule views" The correspondent seems
to have considered it probable that notice frem
Lord Salisbury would induce Mr.. Depew to
abjure American citizenship and forswear all
attempts to conciliate the Irish vote for possi-
BILE Presidential booms.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
81. Stephens Picnic.

Although the rain compassed it abont, the
annual picnic of st. Stephens Episcopal Church
Sunday School, of Sewickley, at Rock Point
yesterday, was most enjoyable affair. About
$50 people sat down to the excellent dinner pro-
vided and served by the ladies of St. Stephens
congregation. Guenther's Orchestra kept the
dancers employed.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
ON VARIOUS SUBJECTS.
A CLOSE STUDENT.

He burnt the midnight oil too late perhaps;
His head bent low upon the printed page.
And those who passing saw the window bright,
Said twas too much for one twice his age.
Yet meier the pillow felt his youthful head,
Altho' his eyes with want of sleep were swelled,
Until he read the very shortest line
Of ball news the daily papers held.
philadelphia Times,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
AN UNwELcoME VISITOR.

A Huge Copperhead snake Makes His Ap.
pearnnce in n Parkersburg Residence.
PARKERsBURG, w. VA. August 5-Yester.
day afternoon the inmates of Mrs. Poole's resi-
dence on East Eighteenth street, one of the
most populous districts of the city, were
startled over the sudden and unexpected ap-
pearance of venomous copperhead snake over
three feet long in the house. The snake had
climbed the steps into the kitchen. and was
taking q view of the house at the time.
A lively stampede took place for few min.
utes. but the women of the household had
nerve and in less than ten minutes they got
mad and made an attack on his snakeship with
brooms, tongs, pokers busters and things, and
promptly laid out their unwelcome visitor.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

The British syndicate that bought up the
Chicago breweries has put up the price OF beer;
and Chicago is now ready for war with En-
gland on any subject between Behring Sea and
the fishing banks of the North Atlantic.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

SINCE Mr.. Blaine visited the President
at Cape May Point storms have been travelling
inland from the Atlantic seaboard. Perhaps IL
the Maine statesman had tayed q little longer
at Cape May the needed three days rain might
have been had.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
"Ir is to be hoped." saws the New York

'IT is to be hoped" says the New York
Press, ''that the trial of Folsom versus Folsom
Cleveland in re of the settlement of the Folsom
estate in Omaha will be tried with closed
doors" 1t is satisfactory to note that there is
no political motive back Of this remarkable
proposition; but it is none the less striking
manifestation of ignorance Of the safeguards
of free institutions to find public journal ad.
vocating return to the era Of secret justice
and star chamber courts.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
A Charming Home Wedding.

A charming home wedding at the residence
of DR.. L. 81. Bryant, on Sidney street. South
side, last evening" resulted in the union of Miss
Mary Louise Adams and Mr.. Harding Kim
berland. The ceremony was performed at 8
ing of friends.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

The first judicial trial of electrocution
may have been made In the Auburn Jail before
these lines appear. Great pains have been
taken to exaggerate the horror of the execu-
tion. but we shall be surprised If death by cleo
tricity is not proven, as far as it can be. more
merciful and humane than the old hit-or-niss
method Of the hempen halter.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

THE statement that Peck, the ''Bad Boy"
Mayor OF Milwaukee. is now talked of as the
Democratic candidate for Governor Of Wis
consin is convincing evidence that the Wis
cousin Democrats must be very hard up for
candidates or for common sense,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
CLASSIFICATION OF FREIGHT.
The Csmmitfee Formulates n Plan for One
General Classification.

CHICAGO, August 5.-The Committee on
Uniform Classification Of Freight, which was
appointed December s. 1883. by the railroad
companies of the United States, has just sub
mitted its report The committee consists Of
l6 members, two from each Of the eight traffic
associations of the country, and after much
labor has formulated plan for the combining
of all existing classifcations in one general
classification. The proposed form is composed
of IL classes and it is recommended that It be
put into effect January !, 1891.
The committee also recommends that a per-
manent organization be formed witha Board
of Uniform Classification, chief chairman
and three district chairmen, the office Of the
principal chairman to be in Chicago, and the
district chairmen to be located respectively at
New York, Atlanta and St. Louis
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
Confederate Monument Unveiled.

BATON ROUGE, La, August 5-The bronze
statue of Confederate soldier, erected by the
Confederate Memorial Association to the men,
ory Of those who went from this parish to serve
the cause of the South was unveiled this after.
noon, it being the anniversary of the battle OF
Baton Rouge, with appropriate ceremonies.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
ACurio.I,, for Chicago.

From the New York World.l
A wheelwright named Watson, resident in
this city and aged 81, has begun to cut new
teeth. Chicago wiz not be able to scare up =
local curiosity Of this magnitude for her
Worlds Fair.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

SENAToR-ELEcT BRIoE, the Democratic
National Chairman. thinks that President
Harrison will be renominated by the Republi-
can party. Senator Brice's old vice Of rainbow
chasing has evidently broken out anew.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
Blaine Capture. the Women.

From the Chicago Inter Ocean
The women who wear sealskin coats will
stand by Secretary Blaine and his Behring Sea
fight to the last man.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

IT is reported from Philadelphia that
Congressman Vaux will have to fight hard for
a denomination. If he does not have to light
any harder than he did for an election his can
ysss will be so tame as to really be unpleasant
for any politician of spirit
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

THE scheme for establishing deep sea
fishery in the Ohio which an esteemed cotem-
porsry exploits, has delicious sound But we
fear that the story must be taken with more
salt than our cotemporary allows.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

IT seems likely that the new method OF
making nails which is described in these
columns to-day will revive and extend local
industry, beside revolutionizing an established
trade throughout the land.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
Captured an Iudependeu, Newspaper.

:sPEciAL TELEGRAM TO THR DISPATCH,
HARRISBURG. August 5-William F. Jordan,
proprietor of the Telegram. has purchased the
Morning Call. Of this city, which will hereafter
management. 1t has been independents with
Democratic leanings.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
IN SESSION AT BuRGETTsTowN.
ANIMAL Session of the Pennsylvania Normal
Musical Institute.

MusIcnI IhstftHtPs
The annual Pennsylvania Normal Musical
Institute is in session at Burgettstown, Wash
ington county, and includes among its faculty
the following renowned musicians, represent
ing the leading cities of the United States:
Principals, ]. s. Brown, A. II. Boyd, ]. Martin
Towns. LOUIS A. Rutter, John J. 1sensee, Mrs.
Excel Lynn and Miss Ella Van Kirk.
The school will continue four weeks and Is
one of the largest ever held in the State. A
grand concert will close the session.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

II is interesting to be informed on the
authority of George w. smalley that although
Mr.. Depew has been received cordially by Lord
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

LOTTERY influence and Reeds rules con-
tinue to make an insurmountable obstacle to
the passage of any bill to shut the lottery out
of the mails.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
cRAzED BY A SPIDERS BITE,

Farmer Bit on the Leg Raves as II He
Had Hydrophobin.
BRIDGEToN, August 5.-A little spider bit
Farmer John McGrate on the leg a few days
ago and little was thought Of 1t at the time,
but yesterday the limb was terribly swollen and
he raved and frothed in an insane manner,
especially when water was brought before
him.
His symptoms are very much like hydro.
phobia and If he survives his paroxysms it ia
probable his leg will have to be amputated.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

SOME of the chances for Independence and
q livelihood that women command in Pittsburg
are described in our local columns to-day. 1t Is
o cheerful picture.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
THE BIG TROMBONE.

You have seen him In the orchestra,
With aged, thoughtful face,
Where care and time have both combined
Their burrows deep to trace;
His eyes oft wear a far-otf look,
As If he were alone,
When he plays the part that's written
For the big trombone.
It Isn't much-a note or two
The harmonies to fill;
1t doesn't take remarkable
Intelligence or skill;
With feelinSless precision,
Since to habit 1t has grown,
He plays the part that's written
For the big trombone,
And yet the face is delicate,
The forehead broad and high:
No doubt replete with promise
Was the youth of years gone by;
O'er = lot Of faded manuscript
He looks when he's alone,
Ere he plays the part that's written
For the big trombone.
H1Shfn0f posf
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

THE Odd Fellows have captured Chicago,
but there is nothing odd in that.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

OWING to the dilapidated condition Of the
fences in his own district. Speaker Reed has de-
cided that he will be unable to stump Pennsyl-
vania in the interest Of the Republican party.
His determination will save the G. y. p. many
votes.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

THE FARMERS Alllance ls one OF tne nealtnl-
est infants to-day in the United States and is
causing more CONSERVATION in the ranks OF the
old parties than little. The Alliance will cut
wide swath in the fall elections.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
Blue Law. in Pennsylvania.

From the Washington Post.J
1t would seem that the blue laws still 60 in
Pennsylvania. An officer blew mans brains
ont for stealing copy of Philadelphia news
paper of . door step.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

A TORONTO magistrate has imprisoned
woman general scold. Many politicians in
this country should see whether a similar law is
not constitutional in this country.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

EFFETE boston Will Dc IN the. .nanoS OF old
soldiers next week.
FROM the manner in which the colored peo-
pie are denouncing it, the Force bill is doomed.
REPUBL1cANs were not in the race in Ala
bama and Kentucky. but wait until November 4.
We will hear something drop on that date, es-
pecially in Maine.
ONE of the latest introductions to chemistry
is quinolineparamethenyl Observation-Disclosures
carboxylic acid. prepared by melting quinoine
neutrality-suspicious. with phthalic anhy-
drideI We pause for few moments rest.
COME, gentle raini ethereal wetness, come"
And down it came in copious quantities.
THE Farmers Alliance is one OF the healthi-
est infants to-day in the United States, and is
causing more CONSERVATION in the ranks Of the
old parties than a little. The Alliance will cut q
wide swath in the fall elections.
A TORONTO magistrate has imprisoned
woman as general scold. Many politicians in
this country should see whether similar law is
not constitutional in this country.
THE theatrical season is fast approaching.
Likewise the announcements that Patti is about
to make her farewell tour.
The Odd Fellows have captured Chicago,
but there is nothing odd In that.
OWING to the dilapidated condition of the
fences in his own district, Speaker Reed has de-
cided that he will be unable to stump Pennsyl-
vania in the interest OF the Republican party.
His determination will save the G. y. p. many
votes.
IT can truthfully be said that Senator Plumb
is out Of line.
SINCE the Emperors departure for England
this verselet is popular in German court circles,
says the Washington Star:
Little Willie thou hast left us
And thy loss we deeply feel,
But tits business has bereft us
twill all our sorrows heal
Gone to meet his grandmother.
THE story OF billy goat being laid low
on the field Of battle at the heels of Kentucky
mule once more establishes the supremacy OF that
Blue Grass quadruped over the long skered
individual of oyster can proclivities. The Ken
lucky mule Is q treasure In his way.
GOVERNOR FIFER has signed the bill for the
Worlds Fair, and Chicago is serenely riding the
waves again. ''Private Joe,' wouldn't permit
the little matter Of his signature to interfere with
the big three-ring aggregation on the sands of
Michigan's sea.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
IT can truthfully be said that Senator Plumb
is out Of line.

THE story OF billy goat being laid low
on the field OF battle at the heels of Kentucky
mule once more establishes the supremacy Of that
Blue Grass quadruped over the Iong-whiskered
individual of oyster can proclivities. The Ken
tucky mule Is treasure In his way.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
GOoDBY.

Be kind, dear love, and never say 'Goodbyi''
But always when we're parting-''T1ll to-mor-
row."
So shall my lips forget to frame q sigh.
And Hope smile fondly in the face Of Sorrow.
For If, indeed. 1t be but little space
Before our parted steps again are meeting,
twill cheat the hours to haste their tagging pace
II nMemory llnger still on thought Of greeting.
Or should our feet diverge through weary days
And dreary nights. the changing seasons bring
ing,
The finty sharpness Of our lonely ways
VIII somewhat smooth, while thus the heart Is
singing.
And ITO saddest chancel-God's plying hands
should wide as life and death our paths dissever,
What dearer thought could mend the broken
Than thus to wait, until we neet-foreveri
Mary Eiisabeth Blake, IN Boston Pilot,
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
MARRIED BY HIS FATHER.

A Pittsburg Journalist Secures Bride Mt
Banksville.
The wedding of Miss Anna P. Marshall and
Mr.. William McCracken, Jr., was solemnized
at Banksville yesterday afternoon at o'clock.
The ceremony was performed by the Rev.
William McCracken, father of the groom.
the groom is the genial manager of the
Methodist Protestant Board of Publication
and publisher of the Methodist Recorder, of
this city. An eastern trip will be enjoyed,
after which Mr.. and Mrs. McCracken will
locate in Shadyside.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

REPUBLICANS were not in the race in Ala
bama and Kentucky but walt until November 4.
We will hear something drop on that date, es-
neciallY in Maine.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
CURRENT TIMELY TOPICS.

EFFETE Boston will be in the.hands of old
soldiers next week.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
GOVERNOR F1FER has signed the bill for the

Worlds Fair, ana chicago is serenely riding the
waves again. ''Private Joe'' wouldn't permit
the little matter Of his signature to interfere with
the big three-ring aggregation on the sands of
Michigan,s sea.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

ONE of the latest introductions to chemistry
is quinolineparamethenyl Observation-Disclosures
carboxylic acid, prepared by melting quinoline
methenyluramidoxime with phthalic anhy-
dridel We pause for few moments rest.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

FROM the manner in which the colored pc
pie are denouncing it. the Force bill is doomed.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06
Very Pretty In Pins.

laces such as you see here in this show
case. but in pins or brooches they create hand
some effects. That cluster is worth $4,000, and
here is one valued at $4,000 We have any
quantity of them. of all colors and shapes. The
American pearl is well known in Europe, being
chiefly valued for its oddity and prismatic
colors. Nobody can give an estimate of the
value of the yearly harvest, for though this
house receives the larger part of the best speci-
mems, there are thousands sold we never hear
of
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1890-08-06

THE theatrical season is fast approaching.
Likewise the announcements that Patti is about
to make her farewell tour.
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1890-02-14

All school teachers and their scholars
will be admitted to the lecture next
Tuesday evening for Is cents.
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1890-02-14
INFLUENZA


Almost every n is now interested
in knowing the proper treatment for
this disease. According to the best au-
thorities it requires precisely the same
treatment as a severe cold, and it is
generally known that there is nothing
better for a severe cold than Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy taken as directed.
Extreme care should be taken to keep
the feet dry and warm, the body we'll
clothed and to avoid exposure, especial
1y W - re Eering from the disease,
ald to keep Up 10 vitality. Persons
physically weak should take toEics to
keep up their strength. 1t is also I'M.
portdnt that the bowels be kept regu-
lar. No ordinary cast is likely to re-
quire any further treatment than this
to insure a complete recovery. For sale
by DR.. A.. nj. Matthias.
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1890-02-14
NOTICE OF FINAL PROOF.

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.-Land Office
IN. at Mitchell. South Dakota. Dec, %. 1889.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intentions
to make final Homestead proof in support OF
his claim, and that said proof will be made
before the Judge or in his absence before n. j.
Durham. Clerk of Circuit Court Jerauld comfy.
at Washington Springs, $. D., on Monday. Feb
rUury 18th, 1880. viz: 80
UHAs. VI. MCDONALD.
Homestead entry No. 23iS5 for the VIZ NE a
and Il y NV Ii Sec. ID, Twp. l07. North Of
Range G5 w,
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon, and cultivation
of. said land, viz: Geo. II. Bateman. Robert
NesseE. Peter r, Barrett, and j. w. Thomas,
all of washington Springs r. o., S. d.
NJ. II. RoWLEY, Register.
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATIONILand Office
~ at Mitchell, South Dakota, Dec. %. 1890.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice Of his intentions
to make final proof, five years residence. in
support of his claim, and that said proof win be
made before A. !. Churchill, Judge of the coun-
ty court in and for Jcrauld county, South l)ako-
ia. III Washington Springs, $. d., on Feb. ~ 500.
Viz. Christopher + johnson did. entry No.
2s244 for the s, W u Of Sec. 10 TOW 1O6 n Il
"a W5PM.
He names the following witnesses to prove his
continuous residence upon ana cultivation OF
said and, viz; Joseph "A Ford. Nathaniel g.
Rhodes and John Phillips all of Gordon T.. o.
and Henry Gunderson o fWessington Springs.
). d, i10flG
NJ. II, RoWLEY, Register.
Wessington Springs herald. (Wessington Springs, Aurora County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1891, 1890-02-14
Obituary,

D1ED-At the home Of her daughter.
Mrs. Elizabeth Cummings, on Satur-
day, Eeb. 9Th, 1890, Mrs. Elizabeth
Duncan, aged 90 years. 8 months. and
q days.
Miss Elizabeth cummings was born
in the town of Lyman, NeWhampshire
on the 14th of May, 1897. In the year
1884 she moved to Erie county, Penn.
and on the 4th of March. 1885, she and
James Duncan were united in mar
riage.
They had two children. n died in
l%nfancyand The other, Mrs. b. G. Cum
mings. survives her mother.
Mr.. Duncan's death occurred23 years
ago, April third 1857. He had been a
soldier IN the war of 1872.
Mrs. Duncan moved to Lowell Mass.
in lS41 on account of poor health, re-
naming there four years, after which
she returned to Erie county Penn. In
1853 she moved to Carroll county, LII,
where she lived 3 years and then
moved to Grundy county Iowa, which
was her home for 26years. In 1883 she
came to Dakota with her daughter,
Mrs. B. G. Cummings.
Mrs. Duncan was L of q family of
IL children, of which only two younger
brothers survive her.
She was a member of the congrega-
tioDal church before coming to Dakota
but had not united with any church
since living here. She was constant
reader of the Bible until her eyesight
failed, about 2 years ago. In 1881 she
met with an accident dislocating her
hip, since which she has not walked,
but has often expressed a wish that
she might be relieved from these bodi-
ly ailments and go where sorrow and
Affections never enter.
Thus one who had lived to a good old
age passed quietly away to her reward
proving that all must sooner or later
tread that unknown road to our God.
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