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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
EASTERN MAGIC.
Curious Practices Which are StilE in
Vogue.


London Times.
The last issue of the Journal of The
Archaeological Society of Bombay con-
tains a curious paper by Mr.. Rehatsek on
twenty of the branches of Eastern magic,
all of which are in vogue at the present
time. The first of which is the "Arcana
of letters and of names, y by which letters
and figures are combined into magic
squares. lamentations, etc. These derive
their power from the arbitrary use of
them made by the spirits governing the
natural world, in such way that the
ninety-nine beautiful names of God and
other divine words formed of letters con-
tanning the Arcana, which passes into ma
terial substances. intercede." The ma
gician, of course, is the sole interpreter of
the uses and signifcances of combina
tons.
Alchemy comes next, and is followed by
astrology, the most popular of all the
eastern occult sciences. 1t is practiced on
all occasions to discover thefts, to foretell
the result of a journey, the future of an
infant, etc. Another popular practice is
soothsaying from the sacred books by
opening one at random and placing the
finger on a line. This is almost the only
one of the sciences which costs nothing
selection of days is a subordinate branch
of astrology, and is employed to ascertain
what days are lucky or unlucky for the
commencement of certain enterprises, the
wearing of new clothes and the like.
Divination and the Interpretation of
dreams are common everywhere. Sum-
moning and subjugating demons is the
most fearful of the magical sciences.
There are two kinds, one dangerous and
embracing unlawful magic, the other re-
hgious and consisting mainly in confning
demons in fame so that they are compelled
Geomancy is practiced by means of dots
made with pencil and arranged in COM
plicated combinations so that they answer
questions.
The art of invisibility appears to be only
known by name to Mr.. Rehatsek, for he
does not describe it. Jefr is science
which is known only to one family 1t is
defined as ''the general science concerning
the Tables of the Eternal Decree of Predes-
tination," and enables adopts to know all
that has happened, is happening, or will
happen in the most remote future.
Palmistry, phylacteries, physiognomies
and prayers explain themselves. Phantasm
is the name given to the art of producing
ina ges in the air by incantations, aided
usually by drugs and fumigations, while
predicting from the past is exercised by
studying the occult analogies between the
past and future. Sorcery is the term ap-
piled to all the phenomena produced by
magicians and popularity attributed to su-
pernaturnal powers. 1t is divided into
lawful or divine and satanic or black
magic, the latter owing its power to evil
spirits
The last of the magical sciences is
soothsaying from trembling, by which the
future is known from the involuntary
movements of the body, a particular star
controlling each particular part of the
human frame.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
WAS FOULLY MURDERED.
A Young Englishman's Sudden Disappear
ance Accounted For

ance AccOunted FOr.
MONTREAL, May 2S.-The Kimber mys-
terry was cleared up this morning by the
finding of the young Englishman body in
large reservoir which supplied the city
with water. His throat was cut from ear
to ear, and around his neck was tied a
towel. The body was identified 10y his
name on the clothing, and was taken to
the morgue, where an inquest is now in
progress. Kimber came to this country in
February, and is known to have been in
possession of considerable money in notes
and letter of credit which he never pre-
sented. Suddenly he disappeared from
the hotel where he was stopping, and it is
freely stated that he had met foul play
This supposition now receives confrma-
ton from every circumstance of the case.
No arreste have been made
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
The Modern Child.
Texas Siftings.

Are the children of the present genera
ton as polite as those of the generation
before them? How in the previous genera
ton would boy be regarded who In a
street car would hold his cigarette to the
head of a red-headed woman? If we are
to believe the oldest inhabitants it was
once customary to make reverent obeisance
to the aged. Now the boys indulge in
profanity in the presence of those older
than themselves. The youth of the pres
emit day no longer immodestly refrain from
using their tongues in the presence of
their superiors. In fact it never enters
their heads that it is possible for them to
have any superiors. There was time, so
it is rumored, when it was considered a
very essential part of education, at home
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
What is a Good Book?
Ladies Home Sournal.

A good book is one that interests you.
One in which the bright rather than
the dark side of life is shown.
One that makes you see how mean are
the small vices of life and how despicable
are the great sins.
One that glorifes virtue in woman and
honor in man.
One in which the good are rewarded
and the wicked are made to suffer-suf-
fering, by and by, that may be of the
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
Fought for His Sister.

Ell PAso, Tex, May 28.-Leon Barlow
and M: Goudine, prominent young men,
quarreled III front of the theatre last night
about Goudin's attention to
Barlow's sister. Gouldine then
shot Barlow fatally. Several other shots
were fired by friends. Both men and
three disinterested parties were slightly
wounded
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
The Cannon Exploded.

SYRACUSE, N. Y, May 27.-The third
test of Justin's dynamite cartridge, was to
be made at Perryville. this afternoon. AT
the first discharge the cannon was burst
into pieces. No one was injured, but the
crowd was badly frightened. 1t is claimed
there was flaw in the cannon, which was
relic of the late civil war.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
Corner in Cotton.

New YORK. May 27.-There is every
indication of corner in the cotton market
and the bears are climbing over each other
in their efforts to cover July option sold
just after noon at an advance of forty-two
points from the opening price.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
Putting Away Winter Clothing.

Heavy, wooden clothing ana furs must
be put away early, before the moths are
astir. They seem to work in furnace
heated houses the year round. l found a
buffalo bug and shining silvery moth in
January, but this has been warm winter.
II one has no cedar chest to store woolens
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
Want the Town Destroyed.

TOLEDO, O., May 7.-Incendiary fires
destroyed several buildings at Bowling
Green this morning, entailing a loss of
$4,000. This is the third attempt within
the year to burn the town, and much ex-
element prevails.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
Milo the Winner

GRovEsAND, May 27.-The attendance
here, was $1,000, the event of the day was
the great American stakes for two-year-
Odds, and it is worth $4,000 to the win
ner. Milo, the favorite, won; Chaplain,
second. Drizzle, third.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
Caught at Last.

LINCOLN, May N.-W. D. Wyatt, sx-
master of chancery of Logon county, who
disappeared November, 1888, leaving
shortages amounting to $40 600, was ar
rested yesterday at New Orleans.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
Killed BY a Mail Wagon.

New YORK, May 26.-Mari On Wagner
Taylor. granddaughter of ex-senator
Wagner and daughter of j. D. Taylor, of
the Wagner Car company, was knocked
down and fatally injured by United
States mail wagon. She lived but three
hours.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05

and in the school, to learn good manners
and practice them. but it would seem as if
that era had passed. never to return.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
THE FARM And HOUSEHOLD.
AN AWAKENED CE.
NFTTIE II. PELHAM.

Through nay open window summer breezes stray
ing,
Bring the shouts of school-boys with their marbles
playing.
Merry little Grchins, full of fun and noise.
Not a care or trouble Happy little boys!
Watch that little fellow: hear him gaily jest,
He is very lucky, winning from the rest
hear girls voice saying: Tom, you must not
play -,
And keep the marbles that you win. What will
Mamma say?"
ooh, replies young Tommy, with happy, smile,
AS he adds more marbles to his growing pile,
stNobody's a-cheatin' we're all a-playin fair,
And I'm almost certain Mamma wouldn t care
So the game continues Tommy still is winning,
And he never questions whether he is SHINING
Tommy's luck is changing, and the happy smile
Leaves his face as quickly as the marbles leave
his pile.
Now the game is ended, and he counts the cost:
Crockeries, mibs, and agates, oh, all are lost:
"Give me back my marbles!' Tommy wildly
weeps!
Mamma says it's wicked when you play for
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05

Fast Nan Line with vestIbuled 1r12l1 ~
tween Chicago, Milwaukee, st. Pau ~
Minneapolis.
Trans-Continental Route between CAleag@
Council Bluffs, Omaha and the Pacific C~asA
Great National Route between Chicago. Kao
sas City and st. Joseph. No
800 Miles Of Road reaching al pr1ncfpes
points in Il inoi5. Wisconsin, Minnesota, Lows
Missouri and Dakota.
Fer maps, time tables, rates OF passage an4
freight etc. apply to the nearest station agent Ct
tho CHICAeo, MILWAUKEE d 81. PAUL RAMWA4
or to any Railroad Agent anywhere In The WN'A
BOSWELL MILLER, Avn. CARPENTER,
General Manager. Gen1 Pasa. and TIA ~.
~For information IN reference 70 Lands 80
Towns owned by the CBICAao, 4MwAuxm b.
PAUL RAILWAY COMPANY, write . -. q. HAuoA0.
Land Oommis0looaI. xnWonkeA Wiooo01A.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
RUN

Fast Trains with Pullman Vestibuled Drawing
Room Sleepers, Dining Cars and Coaches of latest
design, between Chicago and Milwaukee and
st. Paul and Minneapolis.
Fast Trains with Pullman VestibuIed Drawing
Room Seepers, Dining Cars and Coaches of latest
design, between Chicago and Milwaukee and
A shIand and Duluth.
Through Pullman VestibuIed Drawing
Room and Co1onist Sleepcr> via the North
ern Pacific Railroad between Chicago and
Portland, Ore.
Convenient Trains to and from Eastern,
Western, Northern and Central Wisconsin points,
affording unequalied service to and from Wan
kesha, Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Neenah,
Menasha, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire,
Hurley, Wis, and IronwOod and Bessemer,
Mich.
For tickets, sleeping car reservations, time
tables and other information, apply to agents of
the line, or to Ticket Agents anywhere in the
United States or Canada.
S. r. AINSLIE, General Manager, MILWAUKEE,,
: WIS.
j. M. HANNAFORD, Gen1 Traffic Manager,
ST. PAUL, MINI
FL. c. BARLOW, Traffic Manager, MILwAUKEB,
WIS.
LOUIS ECKSTEIN, Asst Gen1 Pass'r 81 Tiki
Agt., MILWAUKEE, Wis.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
EGG SALAD.

Cut the yolks of hard boiled eggs in
dice and mix lightly with chopped chick
en- or lobster, fill the white cavities with
the mixture, pour over them a little
mayonaise dressing; serve on lettuce or
crosses; garnish with slices of lemon.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
DELICATE CUP CAKE.

One cupful of butter, two cupfuls of
powdered sugar, three cupfuls of -four, one
teaspoonful of baking powder, one cupful
of sweet milk, one teaspoonful of bitter
almonds, whites of five eggs; mix together
and bake in small pans
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
IUSTY FLOORS.

Make strong hot solution Of chloride
of lime and scrub it into the floor with a
broom, after having made the floor as
clean as soap-suds and the scrub-brush
will make it. If the first application
does not suffice make another. Perserver-
ance will insure final success.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-06-05
CHICKEN SOUP.

Cut up Il chicken, put it on to boil in
plenty of water, add one small onion and
one carrot, two tablespoonfuIs of rice, salt
and pepper; let all cook about three hours;
just before serving remove all the bones
possible, cut the meat small and a cupful
of milk with tablespoonful of flour mixed
in it.
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
Elght nour Leglslatlon.

WASHINGTON, May 2.-The house com
mittee on labor has authorized favorable
report on the bill introduced ia the house
by Mr.. Wade Of Missouri, to enforce the
eight hour law on government premises.
The bill has been modified by the commit
tee, and as reported it provides that eighs
hours shall constitute a days work for all
lab0rers workmen and mechanics employed
by the government, except in cases of ex-
traordinary emergency in time Of war OF
where it may be necessary 60 work exceed
ing eight hours per calendar day to con-
struct public works, preserve property or
prevent the destruction Of human life In
all such cases the employees working shall
be paid on the basis of eight hours consti-
tuting days work. Whenever any con-
tract is made by the government with any
corporation, a person or persons for the per-
formance Of any work the contracting par
ties shall agree that eight hours shall con-
stitute a days work for all laborers, etc,
while employed on government premises
owned or occupied by the government OF
the United States.
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
BOARD OF EDUCATION.
The Candidates for the Election To-mo
row-WOmsm MAY Vote.

The Candidates for the Election To-mor-
row-womsm May Vote.
The election fer members Of the Board
of Public Education will be held to.
morrow afternoon. The polls will be at
the advertised places and will open at 10
o'clock noon and will close at O D. m.
The candidates are as follows:
First ward-John Pyle, Jesse X Bay.
lis.
Second ward-MeYers Hayes.
Third ward-Peyton q. West.
Fourth ward-John Hartmann.
Fifth ward-John II. Dandy, Stephen
d. Duncan.
Sixth wards. H. Baynard.
Seventh ward-Dr. John Palmer, Jr.
Eighth werd-Abner p Bailey.
Ninth ward-D. r. Smith.
Tenth ward-C w Grant, Dr.. J. @.
Fahey.
Eleventh wards. N. Trump.
Twelfth ward-T II Harris
There is scarcely any interest taken in
the approaching election. Attention is
called to the fact that women, who are
taxpayers, may vote at the coming cleo
ton, and it IS Thought that a great many
will take advantage Of the privileges.
William Kyne Of the Tenth ward is not
a candidate. As will be seen by glancing
at the list, all the old members wish TO
be returned except Dennis J. Mention OF
the Tenth ward, who was elected, but
never qualified.
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
1lhe NtInara' Cnnference.
The sltnatIon a. plttahurr.

PITrsBuRG, May 2. 2.-There were no labor
demonstrations in Pittsburg yesterday.
The builders, however, are agitated over
the events which may follow within a few
days. The planning mill owners have re-
Gently formed an iron clad organization
for the purpose of working against any
movement for eight hours to be made by
their employees. It Is feared by the men,
bers Of the Builders Exchange that a big
building strike will occur with in few
days. II inarfgurated the strike will prob
ably include all in the trade except carpen-
ters. The plumbers threaten TO strike on
May for an increase % fifty cents per
day in wages Three hundred timers are
now on strike for an advance Of twenty.
five cents per day. The new scale for coal
mining, by which railroad and river coal
miners wage rates are equalized ia western
Pennsylvania, went into effect Yesterday.
About 5000 miners are affected by the
change The prevailing scarcity OF coal
miners in this district is giving great con
cern 70 the mine operators. The supply in
only 50 per cent of the requirements
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
Pleasant Evening Party.

A very pleasant evening party was
given by Mr.. and Mrs William A. Bacon
at their residence, 1907 Lincoln street,
last night. The evening was passed very
enjoyably. The smusements consisted
Of vocal and instrumental music, dancing
and games Of progressive euchre. At ii
o'clock the guests proceeded to the
dining room, where the table was laden
with all the delicacies procurable. There
were present: DR.. and Mrs John Palmer
Mr.. and Mrs. Adam Lindsay, Mr., and
Mrs. Harry Archer, Mr. and Mrs. A. @.
Pyle. Mr.. and Mrs. Harry G. Moore, Mr.
and Mrs. w. r. G. Colquhoun, Mrs. Jane
Tyre, Henry Charles, Or. English, Mr..
Miller, and Miss Ida Simon Of New
Castle
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
Ralph Bearmopt,s cr,,,c,sm.

WAsHrNGToN, May 2. Ralph Beaumont
chairman of the Knights Of Labor national
legislative committee, has addressed let
ter 70 Congressman Mckinley chairman
Of the house silver caucus committee. in
which he criticises the Republicans of the
coniers legal tender powers on the proposed
bullion silver certificates for the purpose
for which the national banks desire 70 use
them, while refusing the farmers and bust
ness men Of the country the same privi-
lege. The caucus silver bill, which was on
the programme Of the house for this week,
will not be brought up until the tariff bill
has been disposed Of This postponement
is caused by the failure Of the caucus Of
Republican senator's TO agree TO the bill
adopted by the Republicans Of the house.
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
In Memory Of Mr.. Hayes.

CINCINNATI, May 2.-Memorial serv ices
for Lucy Webb Hayes were held at the
Scottish Rite cathedral yesterday by the
Women's Relief corps auxiliary Of the
Grand Army Of the Republic Mrs. Kate
B. Sherwood delivered the memorial ad-
dress She spoke briefly but eloquently
upon the beautiful life of Mrs Hayes, her
devotion to principle and earnest work in
all reform. She recalled how Mrs. Hayes
went into the society Of Washington when
each woman's aim was to outdress her
neighbor, and how her simple, womanly
attire was first ridiculed, then admired and
initiated; how her example had always
been for good, and had by its purity won
praise from all classes.
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
Lahnr Notes.

At Johnstown, Scottdale, Jeanette,
Greensburg and Braddock, Pa, the car
penters and ioiners came out for eight
hours work or an increase in wages. The
demands have not been granted, and build
ing operations have been practically sus-
pended in those towns,
In the Smithton mining district in Penn
sylvania, the strike situation is unchanged
Both sides are firm, and settlement seems
far off. 1t is reported that the operators
have under consideration the Importation
Of new miners, in which event trouble may
be expected.
Several hundred workingmen in Pater-
son struck for eight hours
In Bayonne City n. j., 125 carpenters
went on strike for an increase of % per
cent in their wages The bosses will prob
ably grant the demand.
Fully $50 granite cutters in and about
New London, Conn, struck for nine hours
work day at ten hours pay.
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
AGAINST THE DEATH PENALTY.
The Assembly at Albany Passes a Blu
AboIishing Capital Punishment.


ALBANY, May 2--Mr Curtis bill abolish.
ing capital punishment came up on final
passage Mr. Hit spoke Of capital punish.
ment as a relic Of barbarism. Those favor.
ing advanced civilization should vote for
the bill Mi Tompkins earnestly favored
the bill Mr. Blumenthal thought that i'm.
prisonment for life was heavy enough
punishment perhaps it Is right, y he said
that only the Lord shall determine the
time mans life shall end The bill was
passed-75 70 %.
The vote was as follows:
Yeas -Messrs Abbey, Barton. Blauchheld, Blu.
menihai, Boyce Bradford, Brady, Irving Burns
w I. Burns, Byrne, Christie, Clarke, Coouey
Coons, Cornell, Courtney Crawford Currier, Cur
tis, Davis, Decker, Dempsey, Endres. Fish, Fits.
Gibbs, Greene Uettslnger. Groat, Guihurd Half
ner, Harwood, Henderson, HIT. Huston Albert
Johnson H. G. johnson. l. Sam johnson, II. S
Johnson Jones, Kelly, Kerriean Kill Kimhall
knth, Larmon, Leroy, L'Hommedieu. Martin
Menninger, Miller, Mitchell Mott. AIullaney. No
Ian, ). J, o'Conuor j. X. O'Connur O'Hare Pier
son. Rhodes Rice, Sawmillrr, shelter, Sohmer
J, II Stevens, Nelson stevens, William G. stev
ems, Sullivan. Thompson. Tompkins, Townsend
Treadway, Webster and Whipple-s5
Nays Messrs Acker. Adams Bennett. Bridges
George II. Rush, Thomas r. Biynes, Connolly
Dickinson, Dufy, GARDENER, Hoag. King o +
Lane X J. Lewis, Mase. Mcbride, Monaghan
Page Pealer Pearsal Peck Sage. selleck Shee
han, Shields. Stewart, Van Ranken, Willis and
Wissig-aa
It is said that the Westinghouse Electric
Light company has used its money to fur.
nish the bills passage.
Among the other bills passed were Mr.
Martins bill for soldiers and sailors
memorial arch at the entrance to Central
park, New York
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
shot Through the noiv.

PHILADELPHIA, May 2.-Thomas Stewart,
colored from Fairfax county, Va, in com.
pany with another colored man, was ar
rested by Policeman Harper at Olney, Pa.
near this city. They broke away and ran,
the officer firing after them They did not
stop, but soon afterwards Stewart appeared
at the Jewish hospital suffering from a
bullet wound in the back The missile had
gone through his body, coming out Of the
abdomen, and the doctors say that the man
will die. A number OF burglaries have been
committed in the neighb0rhood lately, and
it is thought that these men are connected
with them.
Evening journal., 1890-05-02
Rcd rlars IL New York.

New YORK, May 2-Rain spoiled tha
labor parade and open air mass meeting
last night, and not more than 5000 men
were at the Union square meetings There
was plenty Of music, some red flags, more
labor notices and remarkably large coli
lection Of policemen. Among the speakers
at the plaza were Sergius Sheyitch, P. J.
Mcclure, Theodore B. Wakeman, Paul
Grottkau and Professor de Leon. At the
cottage other we'll known speakers were
heard. Resolutions were adopted hailing
rhe eight hour day as the beginning Of ths
ultimate abolition Of wage slavery.