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Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
THOl.GHTS.

If life's sta;d draughts be sometimes
hitter, 'twere wise to sweeten them
with a few Of it's frivolities.
The stomach is like any other Ia
borer; saddle it with hard work and
poor pay, snd-look out for strike.
Because man came into the world
barefoot is no reason he should walk
over the thorns unshod.
The busy man may have no time to
apare for living. but it is tolerably
certain he will have some to spare
for dying. A good conscience, a
good table, a good digestion and q
good wife-whst better hast thou in
thy store, o Heaven!
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
THE TAX on MORrGAGES.

The lender is the master of the
situation," says the Seattle Post
lntelligencer. II his mortgage is to
he taxed, or il in any way his security
is to be impaired, he makes his terms
accordingly, always taking care TO
give himself the benefit Of any e'e
ment Of doubt that may attach to the
transaction. But generally the pru-
dent capitals: will steer clear of 10.
calities where such elements Of doubt
or insecurity are features Of the fiscal
system, and will prefer to realize a
lower net interest else where.
No matter where the law may be,
the tax on 4 mortgage will always
come out OF the mortgagor, and gen.
orally with y considerable addition
for the uncertainty about the proba
BILE amount Of the tax. If a borrower
be an honorable man the execution
OF a mortgage does not lessen his in.
terest in the mortgaged property.
Upon such man the debt is ust as
binding against him and all of his
property without u mortgage as with
it. He owns the same property and
owes no more than he would owe if
thera were no mortgage
Any borrower must admit that it
would he greatly to his advantage
ii upon loan he could have twenty
years in which to pay given amount
of interest, instead of being com
PEELED to pay the same amount in six
years. That is just the difference be-
tween the terms upon which the
government and Dakota farmer
can obtain loans; the one pays GO
per cent. in twenty years, and the
other pays GO per cent. 10 six years.
The nearer the nditions attaching
to loans upon private property are
made to conform with those attach
ing to the purchase of government
bonds, the narrower will become this
margin between public and private
credit, for government loans are not
taken on sentimental grounds as a
general thing.
1t is perfectly clear that the T.rgis-
aature of. Washington should do
n,thing to impair the confidence with
which outside capital has been in
spired by our heretofore sound syste m
of taxation. Let well enough alone
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
Thinking Aloud.

A lady relates that one bitterly cold
winter day she was hurrying toward the
railway station, after days shopping
in the city, intending to take a certain
train for her suburban home, when she
suddenly remembered very important
purchase she had intended making, and
had forgot while in the stores.
To return for it would make her miss
the train, and of necessity reach her
home alarmingly late. She stood Oh 4
street corner debating the question Of
returning, and had no idea she was talk
ing it over to herself. until just as q tall
schoolboy turned the corner she thought
a1d said aloud, "Well, now, believe
will"
"Well, now, l believe l would" said
the young man, in u tone Of sympathetic
banter. rs lie passed along.
1T must have seemed very absurd to
him." said the lady. in telling the story,
"to see me standing on that freezing cor
nor talking SO amiably to myself"
THAT reminds me-" said u listener,
"of little incident in my own expert
cnce. was waiting my turn to buy
stamps at q postoflice window, when l
heard an old gentleman in front of me
murmuring to himself: Il suppose the
folks will say she's too young. but if she
likes an old fellow like me-
"'Why. she certainly ought to take
you,' said l. couldn't help it.
"Hc looked around. blushed like a
girl. glanced at the letters lie had in his
hand, and walked on to take his turn in
buying stamps, with his ears fairly burn
ing. That was the last saw of the old
gentleman and his little romance
Montreal Star.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
Business Aaxiu,S.

Endeavor to be perfect in the call
ing in which you are engaged.
Think nothing insignificant, which
has braring on your success.
There is more in the use Of ad.
van'sges than in the measure of them
Become known-and favorably
known.
Never refuse a choice if you can
get it.
Nothing valuable is lost by civility
Keep accurate accounts and know
the exact condition of your affairs.
Interest and small expenses are
commercial moths.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11

lily. My futher died Of it. sister OF my mother died
OF it, and my own sister died Of 1t. My feelings
may ~ Imagined, then, when tho horrible disease
made ts appearance on my side was malignant
Cancer. eating inwardly in such W = that it could
not be cat out NuIacrJus rc:l2li, ,wcrc used for
it. but 70 Cancer grew steadily wore until rccm-
ed that WIS doomed 10 follow the others OF the
family. took Swft's s. celtic, which, from The first
day, forced ont tho r sen ed co,'i"uct ts use
until had ta;cn several bolts, whoa found my
self well. k:ow t,.:t s.. =. =. cured &c.
Winston, -. c., Nov. g, IS. M2.. s. n mol.
Send f,r Cool1 on Cancer Gni Flood Diseases
TIM SWIFT SPECIFIC Co.. Drawer 3, Atlanta, CO
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
4 Calico Bali.

The ladies are beginning to throne
Che dry goods stores for new patterns
for the calico bali 70 be given by the
ladies Of HALEY At the Alturas Hotel,
on Valentine Eve, the 18th instant.
The Delius orchestra will supply the
music. Tickets, &l.5e. The ladies
will spare no pains to make the
occasion thoroughly enjoyable to all
who attend.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
SPECIAL FEATURES:

BY terms Of contract the Company must deposit
the sum Of all prizes included III the scheme before
selling single ticket. and receive the following Of
6cial permit: q
CER7YEICA 7E.-Ihereby certify that the London
Bank Of Meaico and South America has On s4,fci0I
deposit the necessary funds to f''taruntee the Payment
az al 1ixes dracn bv the LOtCria dc Dcn<Gcencia
f4sblica. X, RODRI0 UES RIVERA, lnterven0v
Further, the Company Is required to distribute
Gfty-ax per cent tho value Of all the tickets In
prizes-a larger proportion than Is given by any
other Lottery.
All drawings under the personal supervision and
management of Dir. RAMO:; EonRIaUkZ RIVERA.
Interviewer appointed by the Government
List Of Prizes will be sent Immediately after the
drawing to all correspondents, or on application.
Prizes may be deposited for collection with any
Hank or Expression or sent through them Or
~ mail (rsgistsrrd to this ofticc).
. or full particulars address U. Bassettj, Apar-
ssdo 7:B. City Ut Mexico Mexico.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
Difficult Cases!

psrsons whose LAND PATENTS are DELAYED. n,
"no nay" contests. or any di iAculty in the De.
Afor.ey at Law, Washing ton, D. C. He brinps "a
YEARS experience to bear on sIl cases entrusted 10
ms care 'CoFYDiaHTs, TgApENA RES and PArrnrs
district and b. fore the Supr. me Court ~ ths
blted States. 1t u references on Application.
1nauiriss answered promptly ,dissnS
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
Mount : Carroll Seminary,
The Dread

The Dread
LITERARY PERIODICAL
Of 30 quarto pages (including
csver) published by the
Dread Society of
MT. CARROLL SEMINARY,
As the organ and exponent
Of the Institution from which
elnena,es, THE DREAD aims to
set forth plainly and fairly its
merits, and the facilities it
offers those seeking Il desirable
place to acquire a thorough
practical education. Such be-
ing it's aim. it is obviously the
interest Of every patron, and
all seeking II school to patron.
ize, 10 receive The DREAD.
Address. Financial Manager.
Mt. I arroll, Carroll county, III.
and san,rle copy free.
AS an advertising medium.
The DREAD has few sureriors
outside the largest cities.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
For Healthfalness tits Remarkable

Only one death among the students in
20 years-but two in the history of the
school (35 years)-both from chronic
ailments, for which they were under
treatment when they entered the lnsti-
tuition. Such record of health among
so large a number is rarely found.
Expenses moderate, for the accommo-
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
NEW APHOKISMS

BY tho Philosophical Editor Uf
"rabie Talk.O
Existence is simple, but life is a
science.
Hospitality, like Charity, oovereth
a multitude of sins.
An unruIy stomach is not to be
tanned with lectures.
Grief and worrimeut are arrant
thieves of the acp"u'e.
Dou': growl a, this world until you
are sure Of better one.
Between phssic and the frying-pa"
the grave never lacks a tenant.
Live we'll TO day and spare your
sorrow for him that waits fur o-mor,
row.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11

THIS Institution has opened its 37th
L year under the same President. Its
success with its Conservatory of Music
scarcely has peer. Its location is de-
lightful. Access easy, being on the c.,
NJ. & st. p. Ry, line Of nearly G6O0
miles, opening communication with all
parts Of the country.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
WhoIss, a, Halves, 81, Quarters, 81
LIST or PRIZES :

Approximation prixca.
$50 Prizes Of go, APPROXIMATE to s00c go Prize 300
$50 Prizes Of 49, approx imatn 10 10000 Prize. GOO
100 Terminals Of co. decided Bly, 10000 PRICE, 1880
2,27e ei7s.5so
All Prizes sold in the United States full paid In
United States Currency.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
Entirely
New Book
TO
SELL
AN
Agents
anted

The most wonderful collection Of practical, rel
vslue and everyday use for the people ever pub
Nshed on the globe. marvel of money saving
snd money earning for every owning 1t.
Thoussnts Of beautiful helpful epGraS ings. show.
ing just how to do everything. No competition
nothing like II in the universe. When you select
that which 10 of true value, sales sure All
sincerely desiring paying employment and look.
Ing fer something thoroughly Arst. class 1T T.
tsa"rdinSrily low price, should write for descrip-
ton and terms on the most remarkable achieve
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B.A. HESS CO.,
Salt Lake CITY, Utah,
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11

dations furnished. The courses over
study are extended. The work done is
required to be thorough and prac-
teal. Its CONSEKV ATORY OF
MUSIC ranks among the best West or
East.
Its Art Department is Superior.
The NORMAL DEPARTMENT is
excellent and it's graduates readily CONF
mand the best positions, many occupy
ing prominent places in some Of the
first Schools, Summaries and Colleges
of the West. A department of STEM
ographv and Typewriting meets
the growing demand for young women
in this line Of work. There they may
become fitted to office work to which
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11

Location noticca. for both lode
and placer claims, for sale 1t the
CIsIs oe6cc.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11

SEMI in your orders for frs, -oless
job work to this Office.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
Illinois.

they may prove better adapted than to
teaching, to which so mary turn.
DIPLOMAS are conferred on those
completing satisfactorily amy Of the
prescribed courses.
MEDALS are presented those who at
tain superior excellence in the
Conservatory Or Art Course.
Among the distinguishing features OF
this Institution is the aid given to
WORTHY GIRLS Of MARKED ABILITY with
but small means to gain preparation
fer usefulness. We can safel, ray there
is no Institution in the country that gives
the ''helps" and encouragement to de-
vrlop superior womanhoOd given
MountCarroll Seminary.
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1890-02-11
City Of Mexico
Thursday. March s. 1890.

10000 Tickets Mt -. $780, 900.
e376 Prizes. Amounting to .. o178,50O
Price Of Tickets, American money
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09
A Gallant Young Chinaman.

A Secretary of the Chinese Embassy
in Washington was introduced to a
lady, who among other questions asked
him: What virtue do you most highly
prize in your women ?"
"The virtue of domesticity, " was the
reply.
"Then you do not like your women
to move in society much?" she ques-
toned.
"Not at all. Our law even recog-
nizes cause for divorce when a woman
pardon me, madame-is inqUisitive
and talkative."
"Then IwouId be in danger of being
divorced if lived in China ?" smiling
~ asked the lady.
The very day that my country would
have the luck to possess a womanIy be-
ING like YOU, replied the gallant son
of the heavenly realm, "every cause
for divorce would be removed from the
world. WaSbi93gtO71 Post
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09

ing scale of two hardtacks equal one
spoonful Of coffee; two spoonfuIs of
sugar equal one Of coffee, etc. Sugar
graded at p cents; coffee so cents;
square inch of plug tobacco, % cents
we drew ratlOns every ten days,
and the boy who went broke at the
game two days after the drawing, had
to spike for grub" the eight remain
ing days, 81 until another issue
One day while playing IN the
trenches Biddy sat in hard Iuck-Bid-
dy generally did sit in hard luck, and
was short on ratiOns; everything he
had was up Number one raised the
blind; number two called Biddy
looked at the pot, and a shade came
over his face-his ratiOns were all up;
looked again at his hand, and his face
hghtened; studied q moment, went
down into his 'starve-bag' and brought
to light an enormous cucumber pickle,
held it reluctantly out, and queried
Boys, whatu We low me on that?
Instantly three pairs of eyes bulged in
amazement, Where did he get that
How did he come by 1t -? Instantly
three stOmachs craved the unaccus-
toned luxury. An ardent desire to
possess the suceulent anGi-scorbutic
arose under every. blue blouse. Go on
it2 Why, that's worth the last chip.
Everything was put up, cards drawn,
hands showed down, and Biddy raked
In the pot, a phenomenon for him to do.
Many a cOmrade in the succeeding
nights went feeling for that pickle, but
BiddY always took 1t into the blanket
with him. Often was it thereafter
produced as the dernier resort, and
when it decayed and became no longer
merchantable, his bank stock was gone.
But before the dissolution came many
a good hand was laid down by an OPP
pOnent upon production of that hoaTy
pickle"
IL II - h L. -
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09
FrnIosIon in q Vest Pocket.

An explosion in his vest pocket was
what Mr.. Fowler of .Agawam expert
enced the other day. He had bought
some chIorate of potash tablets, and had
put them in the vest receptacle with
some sulphur matches. The mixture
always causes cOmmotion. But unmind-
full Of this fact, Mr.. Fowler sat down In
his home to have a quiet smoke. Pretty
soon he felt something warm IN his
pocket; he stuck in his fingers to see
what was up; the matches ignited, the
potash exploded, blowing open the
front Of his vest and burning his hands
severely. Mr.. Fowler jumped high in
the air. and the work Of stripping off his
vest took but a moment. Now he car
ries his hand in a sling. Springfield
Union
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09
Tntrodnctfon Of EnreIones.

Before Sir Rowland Hill introduced
the penny post, envelopes were little
used, as a double charge was made for
a paper incIOsed in another, however
thin each might be; even the smallest
clipping from a newspaper necessitated
an extra fee. The use of envelopes
became common after May 6, 1910,
when stamped and adhesive envelopes
were introduced. The first envelope
making machine was invented by Ed
win Hill, brother of Roland Hill, and
De La RUe's machine for folding en-
veIope's was patented March IL, 1916.
The invention of envelopes has been
attributed to S, K. Brewer, a book
seller and stationer Of Brighton, En-
gland, about 1880. He had some small
sheets of paper on which it was diff
cult to write the address; he invented
for these a small envelope, and had
metal plates made for cutting them to
the required shape and size.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09

weight rest there, while she continued
to gaze wistfully and intently.
sDO not try me too long, he said
with quiveEing lips.
Il might not, she said, "butt"
And then her face clouded. DR.. Mills
understood it and took up his hat.
@Give me something of yours to
keep?" he said, hesitatingly.
She took from her arm a little fancy
bracelet tied with a knot of amber
ribbon. He placed it next his heart.
The next morning, while sitting in
his Office, he heard the rumbing of q
carriage, and stepping out upon the
porch, saw the enchantress pass. She
waved her hand to him. He turned
into his den again and drew the bolt.
How dark and dreary everything
looked.
Five years rolled round. At a high
window of the Grand Dome, in New
York, stood Miss Lyle, in a sad and
weary attitude. She had Just returned
from Europe. Suddenly she turned to
her companion and said
"Zaidie, you know L believe In i'm
pulses. I have one to go and see Mrs.
Everett, the minister's wife, in Halle
ton, for a few days. You VIII not be
afraid to stay here alone without me 2"
"NO, dear, if you VIII not remain
there too long"
Nina Lyle turned and went into her
bedroom, and next morning was on
/ her way. DR.. Mills was sitting down
to supper one night, after q long, cold
ride among his patients, when sudden
/ ly the bell rang.
well, he said, YEARLY, as the serv-
want entered. The girl put small
/ parcel into his hand, saying: "a mes
/ senger brought it over from Mrs. Ever
! ett's." There was something in the
! dainty way in which the little parcel
was tied up-a delicate fragrance that
reminded him of his one dream Of hap
piness.
what fool I am" he said, as he
| united the parcel. And upon opening
the box he found a bracelet tied Will
amber ribbon.
The color rushed to his very fore
head; his heart beat fast; his finger
trembIed as he lifted the bracelet. I
was the exact counterpart Of the on
laid away in his desk.
The Doctor put on his hat and strOd
rapidly down the street, He SCENE,
ten years younger than an hour age
Very soon he found himself in tn
presence of Miss Lyle. She receive
him warmly, and after moment h
said, 81 have kept the bracelet, see
And you have come to reward me.
"Yes, I have come" That was al
A few days later Miss Lyle wen
back to New York.
ct am going to be married, she sal
!, to her friend.
"And that heart-break which haI
pened just before you went to HALE
} ton, five years ago ?"
There is the secret. I found on
soon after who spoke as if his love wa
real, but the wound was not healed, ST
after five years, I returned and fOun
} him waiting for me, and think I sha
be happy"
Two lives, through impulse, haY
certainly been made happy,
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09
Startling Disclosure Made by a Rent Il
q Bows Brooches


The following story is told about the
editor of one Of Names most prominent
dailies:
When a small boy his father, now
one Of the most prominent men In the
State, was running a printing Office
and publishing a weekly paper in one
Of the largest towns in Kennebec
County.
One day the advance agent Of q show
came along and ordered some posters
printed upon cotton cloth. His order
was filed, but for some reason he neg
Iected to call for them and they were
thus left on the printers hands The
printers wife ran across them and as
cloth was then high she took the cloth
home and used it to line a pair of
pants she was then making for the
editor above mentioned, then 8 boy
10 years of age.
As the months rolled by the panta-
looms grew threadbare and at school
one day he accidentally tore the seat
out, leaving about one foot of the lin
ing exposed to view. This In itself
would have made the BOYS smile but
they laughed till the tears came when
they observed the following words
standing out boldly upon the lining IN
large type:
begins at 8. "
1t is needless to state that the boy
was sent home to his mother IN tears.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09

Cheap jewelry, prize-p package men,
We're all we'll known as beats,
For one might read a newspaper
Through envelopes or sheets
But, oh, We sutler, It's OF him
That wicked thoughts arise,
With those who suffered years OF pain
From eating his army pies.
There's men who should be pensioned now
Who'd thank their lucky stars
If they had only been half killed
Nth sword or DayOneT scars
Instead of stuff ring worse than ueaTni
For they now realize
The saWdust rails. and spikes and nails
They had eaten for army pies.
The bareback was so ALFRED tough
We broke them with Il brick,
And for a change we'd buy pie,
So galvanized and slick;
But. Oh when they were out OF sight,
They generally took the prize,
As we eat rails or rusty nails
AS the suffers army pies.
Sheet-irOn filed with sawdust
Would have answered just the same;
But let us hope, for half his lies
He'll not be held to blame;
For time our wrath has b1unted DER,
With age we've grown more wise;
We trust that mercy may O'ertake
All the dealers in army pies.
There's many freaks of army life
That, Ph6uiX-lle, remain,
But none that give the boys at least
More pleasurable pain;
So let this subject we've discussed
Be given where's and why's,
What viii the future soldiers eat
Instead OF army pies?
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09
Buying Pins Became Expensive.

Mrs. Dashley-1Iy love, I wish you
would leave me a little money this
morning.
Mr. Dashley-Didn't L give you fifty
dollars pin money last Monday?
"Oh, well; that was last Monday"
And seven5y-dve dollars pin money
on Wednesday ?"
yes; but
well, I guess hereafter III buy your
pins myself. "-Anegica.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09

Newsham, who lives in this State, told
several of US once that he had put the
question to General Sherman one day,
and that the old commander gave him
this reply: It was a short time after
the battle of Corinth. Sherman had
reported to Halleck, who was in com
mand, and was there informed that
Grant intended to resign. Grant wa
under Halleck's command. When
Sherman heard of this he mounted his
horse and rode to Grants headquar-
tess. Grant was sore about the treat
ment he had received and told Sher-
man he would stand it no longer. He
handed Sherman piece of paper on
which was Grants resignation. Sher-
man asked Grant if he would do him a
favor, and Grant replied in a sorrow
full way that he would if 1t lay In his
power. Sherman tore the resignation
into fragments and said he wanted
Grant to withhold his resignation for
two weeks. Grant consented with hes
itation. When the two weeks were up
Halleck had been retired and Grant
was reinstated, for Sherman had re-
moved him. That, said Old Tecum-
sch, I consider was the turning point
of the war
How Biddy TVeIchI5 aised ia Wind.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1890-05-09
Is 1t as Bad as This :

Everybody remembers Lord Brough-
ans famous epigram: an England. She
Queen is In place; the House Of Com
mons is in power. In America, the
wife is IN place; Bridget is III power. In
ancient Rome they had a sort Of carni-
val occurring once a year, called the
Saturnalia, during which the slaves
were free to fling all manner of insult
on their masters. Our Seturnalia lasts
all the year, and there Is a perpetual
carnival OF ignorance and insOlenoe.-
Marion HaTIa4Id's Home Maker.
A CASE Of transmission Of infection ~
an unborn child has occurred in Paris
A child born during the eonvalescenee
Of the mother from pneBmonia was af-
teeted with the same malady, and died
at the end Of five days.