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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

list, whose Investigations of poisonous
substances every one was familiar with,
but whose nobility of heart and quasi
paternal goodness Anatole had enjoyed
especial advantages for approaching.
Poor boy" continued the doctor
what have you been doing?"
Nothing that l know of, stammered
Anatole, much agitated.
"Ransack your memory. Tell me what
you have been drinking, what you have
been eating, what you have been breath.
ing"
. This last word was a revelation to
Anatole. That very morning he had re-
ceived letter from one of his friends
who was travelling in India. In this
letter was flower that the tourist had
picked on the banks of the Ganges-a
red, odd-sEaped flower, whose perfume,
as he new remembered very well, was
peculiarly penetrating. Anatole seached
his pocket-book and found the letter and
. the flower, which he showed to the
scientist.
mo more doubt" cried the doctor; sit
isthe Pyramenenis Indica!-the mortal
flower, the flower of blood"
Then really-you think"
''Alas, L am surer'
''But it isn't possiblel 1 am only
twenty-five years old. 1 feel full of
life and health"
AT what hour did you unseal this
fatal letter."
This morning at nine o'clock"
WELL tomorrow morning at the
same hour, at the same minute, in full
health, as you say, you will feel a GER
tain pain in your heart and all will be
over"
And you know no remedy, no way
Of
None" said the doctor.
And, hiding his face in his hands, he
dropped into an armchair, suffocating
with grief.
On seeing his old friends emotion,
Anatole cOmprehended that he was
really condemned. He rushed from the
room like mailman.
With perspiration on his brow, ideas
upset, and his body mechanically ad-
Vancing, Anatole went out into the
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10
POPULATION OF ROME.
The Way to Estimate How Large 1t Wa
in Ancient Times.

The Way to Estimate How Large 1t Was
| in Ancient Times.
After carefully examining all the
data we have, all the statements and va
rious ancient writer's who alluded to it
and all the facts which seem to bear
on the question, l am convinced that in
estimating the number at 4, 900, 600 l am
rather undertaking than overstating it
1t is much more probable that it was
larger than that it was smaller. De
Quincy also estimates the inhabitants
of Rome at 1900, 600 l will only cite
one fact, and then leave the question.
The Circus Maximus was constructed
to hold 25o, 900, or, according to Victor,
at later period probably Ss5, 900 spec
tators.
Taking the smaller number, then, it
would be one in sixteen of all the IN
habitants if there were 200, 900. But
as one-half the population was composed
of slaves, who must be struck out of the
spectators, when the circus was built
there would be accommodation then for
one in eight of the total population, ex-
GLIDING slaves. Reducing again the
number one-half by striking out the
women, there would be room for one in
four.
Again, striking out the young chill
dren and the old men and the sick and
impoteut, you would have accommoda-
tions for nearly the whole population
Is it possible to believe that the Romans
constructed a circus to hold the entire
population of Rome capable of going to
it? for such must have been the case
were there only 1900. 900 of inhabitants
But suppose there were only LOCO, OOo
inhabitants. it is plain from the mere
figures that it would never have been
possible to half I'LL the ciEep&-Blsek-
woods Magssine.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

They sang it through, when, as the
story goes, all the officers wept like
children
Not long since one of Colonel Me-
Eweh's daughters S-as asked if she had
In her possession the song which had
such strange history connected with it
Shortly after she sent it to her cues.
toner. saying; MARY years have flown
~ since we sang 1t, and, as time has
worn away the rough edges of the times
that tried mems souls, it seems quite
tame" This may be, but at such mo-
nlent the rudest lines, if full of spirit,
stir the blood like bugle, and one can
we'll understand how those Southern
voices should linger long in the ears OF
the wounded Federal officer Here are
the words they sahg:
JUST BEFORE TIE BATTLE, MOTHER
Just before the battle, mother
am thinking most Of you,
While upon the field we're watching
With the enemy in view.
Comrades brave around are lying
Filled with thoughts of home and God
For well they know that on the morrow
Some will sleep beneath the sod.
Oh, long TO see you, mother,
And the loving ones at home;
But I'll never leave our banner
Till in honor can come.
Tell the ttsitors all around yot
That their cruel words We know
In every battle kill our soldiers
By the help they give the foe.
Hark. hear the bugles soun6lESl
IT'S the signal for the fight;
Now, may God protect u.s. mother,
AS it ever does the right.
Hear the battle cry OF freedom,
rs 1t svells. tpon the air,
Oh, yes, wen rally round The stsndsrd
Or we'll perish nobly there.
CHORUS
Farewell, mother you may never
Press re t6 your heart againi
But oh, you'll not forget me, mother,
II I'm numbered with the slain.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

81 think we had better make doctor
Of James when he grows up, remarked
Mrs. Ho;ack to her husband.
Then We ought to have named him
Job instead of James"
"Why?'
Because JOB was a patient man -
Chicago Inter Ocean.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10
Children Enjoy

The pleasant flavor. gentle action and
soothing effects of Syrup of Figs, when in
need Of laxative and if the father or
mother be costive or bilious the most graft
fying results low its use, so that IT IS the
best family re..edy known and every fam
ily should have bottle
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10
fix. . c,rcuIt Of Electric Wires.

The human sensorium resembles a circuit
of electric wires, the various sets of nerves
forming links in the circle of continuity.
When digestion grows weak the epigastric
nerve suffers, and the whole system is af-
fected. Reinforce it with HOstetter S
Stomach Bitters, and the nervous organism
grows tranquil and reposeful Fever and
ague, constipation, kidney troubles and
liver complaints retreat before this remedy.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10
THE FATAL FLOWER.
Satisfactory Results It Unexpect-
edly Accomplished.

on ARE a dead
man, said the
doctor looking
fxedly at Ana
tole.
Anatole stag
gered.
He had come
to spend the
evening gayly
with his old
frie nd, DR..
Bardias, the IL
1uStriOuS SciPn-
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

READ carefullywhat is said in next week 8
issue of this paper by j. G. Shipley, OF Mus
catine, Iowa, about Shallenberger. Anti
dote for Malaria If YOU are a sufferer 1t
may be of interest to you.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

PAIN from indigestion, dyspepsia and too
hearty eating is relieved at once by taking
one Of Carter's Little Liver Pills imme-
diately after dinner. Don't forget this.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

j. s. PARKER, Fredonia, N. Y, says:
"Shall not call on You for the 800 reward, for
believe Halls Catarrh Cure will cure any
case of catarrh Was very bad" Write
him for particulars. Sold by Druggists, TO
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

Sir Nouels Free, will be sent by Cragin q
Co, Philada, Pa, to any one in the U. ;: or
Canada, postage paid, upon receipt OF -
Dobbins' Electric Soap wrappers. See list
of novels on circulars around each bar.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

THE most obstinate cases of chills and
fever have been cured in this section by
Smiths Tonic Syrup. Z. Wcseot, Gas
ton, Ald.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

The silent partner is one who keeps his
mouth shut while his active partner Is
spending his money-N. o. Picayune.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

GIVE your children DR. Bulls Worm De-
stroyers. These little candies won't DO
them any harm and may do them much good
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10
No Charity.

MAY 1 take kiss before 1 go, dear
est?" said George as he prepared to
depart
"You may borrow one, George said
charming Jennie, 'but you must not
take one, for mother has repeatedly
cautioned me against giving kisses to
any one. So George was obliged to bor-
row-Boston Courier.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

THE hand that rocks the cradle IL the
hand that goes through mans pockets In
the wee sma' hours.-Munsey's Weekly.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

To REGULATE the stomach, liver and bowels,
and promote digestion. take one of Carter's
Little Liver Pills every night. Try them
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

REsTAURANT-KEEPERs are always ready TO
steak q man when he has money.-N. o.
Picayune.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

PBfPLEs are inexpressibly notifying.
Remedy-Glenn's Sulphur Soap.
Hills Hair and Whisker Dye, so cents.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

TRUTH may be stranger than fiction, but
as a rule it isn't half sc entertaining.-Bos-
ton Traveller
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

The difference between suitor and an
office seeker Is that one pays court and the
other courts paw ashington Post
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

PEOPLE who wait for what is offered gen.
orally have long spells between meals
Milwaukee Journal
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

"HE pillar Of the church, Why, he's
perfect fraud" 'Sort OF pillar sham"
N Y. Herald.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

The truth about the matter Of luck and
pluck seems to be that some men have luck
and some get plucked.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

CHARLES LAMBS humor never shows
taste of bitterness; but, then, Charles had
q regular job as bOok-keeper 70 fau back
upOn-Puck
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

BEST, easiest to use and cheapest. Piso's
Remedy for Catarrh. By druggists. Csc.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

A SERMON is toe often transformed into q
highway over which a parsOn parades bis
literary attainments- AtcnisOn Globe
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

Tue dearest spot on earth is the summer
resort. In comparison, therS IS no place
like home.-SiOux City Journal
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

CLERGrMEN are like railway brakemen in
one particular. They do great deal OF
coupling.-Ram's Horn
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10

"A war artist ought 70 bs able to
draw pension
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1890-07-10
CHORUS

Farewell, mother, you may never
Press re Is sour heart againi
But, oh, you'll not forget me, mother,
II I'm numbered with the slain.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
FOR THE HOSPITAL.

The hospital has at last been taken
hold of in a manner that means early
success. The meeting last night was
representative. The right mon, and,
above all, the right spirit, wore there
Two land companies subscribed 81 900
each in land to the plan. Colonel Pope
promised to labor for the support of the
Norfolk and Western railroad The
Commercial Club was right there.
Through its secretary, Mr.. Hinton
Helper, it pledged itself to raise $1,000
toward the hospital. 1t must be graft
flying to that organization to be able to
set itself clear in the eyes of the general
public, ana receive The compliments of
the prominent divine who mentioned it.
Now, set the ball rolling. and close tic
matter with Il rush-Roanollc style. All
togcthor, now. AIR. Fishbumc, Nj.
Helper, and Col. Pope. Give the public
Il five days option on the Hospital.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30

OTTAWA, Ont. Sept. ao.-TSpcciall -
The government has received word That
several sealing schooners, encouraged
by the lcncnt treatment accorded them
III the Rehring Sea. and their immunity
from seizure this year. are TO make y
second trip there this fall. The govern
mcnt advices state that the British
Columbia schooner Triumph has sailed
on her second trip for the purpose OF not
only demonstra ting whether or not the
seals in l,chring Sea are being thinncd
out, but also to cndeavor to ascertain if
seals have taken possession of new feed
ing grounds
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
SIGNIFICANT APPOINTMENTS.

The President made several impor-
tant nominations yesterday. Second
Assistant Postmaster General Whit
field was promoted to fill the vacancy
caused by the resignation of Mr.. Clark
son, and superintendent of Railway
Mail Service j. Lowrie Bell got the
Whitfield vacancy.
But the most significant appointment
was that of Colonel f. n. Dow, son of
General Neal Dow and chairman of the
Republican State committee of Maine,
to the Portland collectorship of Gus
toms. This is a slap in the face of
Speaker Reed, who has persistently
fought for man of his own choosing.
while Colonel Dow has been his bitter
opponent. II is the hand of Blaine
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
TIE TIMES PRIZE CONTEST.


Desiring to stimulate popular interest
in Roanoke's welfare and development.
we offer as prize one years subscrip-
ton to THE TIMES for the best sugges-
ton for the Improvement and benefit of
The city.
Each communicat ton must be limited
to fifty words, and be signed by a
fictitious name the real name of the
writer accompanying the article, but
not for publication.
The contest will be open until Sun
day, October 10. and the suggestions
will be printed from day to day.
The judges on the merits of the sug-
gestions will be Captain j. II. Wingatc,
Thomas w. Miller, Esq. and DR.. a. Il.
Koincr, who have kindly consented to
act in that capacity. Their Judgment
will be absolute and final.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
THE szIrNANDoAu VALLEY SALE

1t seems to be a forgonc conclusion
that the Norfolk and Western will be
the purchaser at its own bid of the
Shenandoah Valley railroad at its sale
today.
The practical consolidation of the cor
porations means the development of the
Valley road from a branch to trunk
line, and the further application of the
same shrcwd and generous policy which
has made the country along the line of
the Norfolk and Western throb with
new life and vitality.
1t should prove profitable invest
ment. But one thing is plain, however
If the building of the Shenandoah
Valley road had been deferred till now
The road would never have gone under
the hammer.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
OUR eossspER.
Has your coal bin filed?
sNS

~
"I.isten to my tale OF woe as the
ice dealer said yesterday morning.
DIR. ]. d. Kirk speaks of building u
new and very handsome residence.
A meeting of the stockholders of tho
Central Investment Company was held
at the office of w S. Pole S Co., on
Saturday night, with Colonel S. S.
Brooke in the chair. 1t was decided to
declare dividend of $50 on share, and
issue certificates of paid-up stock.
Judge w. Gordon Robertson, of the
Hastings Court, is visiting his family at
Grove Hill, Botetourt county.
This evening at 100, Mr.. Frank Moore,
of this city will be married to Miss
Leoni Grant, formerly of Fincastlc, now
of Ronceverte, West Va. The cere-
mony will take place in Ronceverte
Presbyterian Church.
sss.s
Mcssrs. p. w. Huff and W. L. An
drcws, Of buchanan, spent Sunday in
town.
Apropos of George Elliot. Goethe
Shelley. etc. writer III tho Pail Mall
Gazette has this story to say, Goodness
knows. | am no sticlller for conventions.
but do say man OF genius should be
required to behave rs other men behave.
or else be kicked
The Virginia Brewing Company will
have an exhibit at the Lynchburg fair.
One of our prominent and wealthy
business men says, with Il significant
nod. that the now scven-story building
soon to be erected at the corner of JET
fcrson street and Third avenue, may be
the finest edihcc in Roanoke for several
years. and then it may not. lie owns
fifty feet in the same neighborhood.
The process engraving of Corporal
Tanners daughter in the October Cos
mopolitan looks as natural as life.
:ss-:s
The sermon preached at tho First
Prcsby terian Church Sunday morning by
the Rev. Mr.. Waller OF the Falling
Springs Church, was highly praised by
all who heard it.
FOR WOMEN.
All the latest dresses have one flounca
at the bottom.
Black dresses were never in greater
favor than at present.
Have you tried "Strawberry Cream
to improve your complexion?
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
TEE rErpEHARy TRIALS.
The Government to Prosecute Many Pco-
pie for melting IL l:iot.

DUBLIN, Sept. 2o.-[Spcciall-It is
likely that the last has not been heard
cf the collision between the police and
people in front OF the courthouse at Tip
perary last Thursday. 1t is reported
this morning that the government in
tends to prosecute many of the persons
who were present in the crowd for incit-
ing riot Mr.. Harrison. NJ. r. for the
middle division of Tippcrary, who re-
ccived a severe blow over the head from
policeman's club. is mentioned among
those likely to be prosecuted.
Col. Caddell. presiding magistrate at
the Tipperary hearing. asserts that j chm
Morley appealed to him to exclude the
crowd from the courthouse.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
PROPHETIC CRISPI.
He Criticiscs France ana Foretclls Ruin
from The Heavy European Armaments.

PARIS, Sept. 27.-tSpccial. Figaro
publishes an interview with Signor
Crispi, the Italian prime minister. in
which he denounces the attitude of
France toward Italy and instances the
annexation of Tunis in spite of her
promises to the contrary, as a breach of
good faith on the part of France. This
action, he declared, was stab at the
heart OF Italy.
lie defended the alliance between
Germany, Austria and Italy. ncgotia-
tions for the renewal Of which. lie said.
were still pending. There is no danger
OF war unless it Is sought 10y Franco.
lie deplorcd the continued increase os
their ornaments by nations OF Europe
and believed that this course would end
III running Europe 10 the advantage OF
America.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
UNIVERSAL WORKSHOP,


- Commerce street. We make to
order rubber stamps, stencils, corporate
seals. wax seals, steel and iron dies,
keys Of all kinds, key tags. name plates
badges, branding bo,-rds. burning
brands baggage checks, stamping tools,
etc. We repair sewing macaines.
watches, clocks, music boxes. writing
desks, fans, lawn mowers, typcwriters,
canes, scissors, table cutlery. toys of all
kinds, glassware. carthcnwarc, trunks,
valises, and everything generally. If
you have anything broken do not throw
it away before consulting us; if we can
not mend it we will tell you where you
can have it done. We will fit your
house with electric bells. burglar alarms,
annunciators, gas lighters, door openers,
etc. Special attention given to fitting
hotels with electric call-bclls, and Pat
rick IL Carter return call and fire alarm
system combined. SHARP Il ADDICKS,
1l5 Commerce street sep27-1m
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30

The cold, cloudy weather of Sunday
and the chilling rain of yesterday made
things lively around the coal and wood
yards, as well as the places where fall
clothing is sold. The weather was cold
enough to convince people that it is
time to provide fuel and heavier cloth
ing, and as this is the first of the season
many were caught without these neces-
sites. by 10 o'clock yesterday morning
all the coal dealers in the city had moro
orders than they could fill during the
day.
The demand for wood here is not very
great, and if it were it would not be
easily supplied. as it is difficult to Sc
cure large quantities of wood at this
season. The farmers of this section
who furnish most of the wood are now
busy putting their grain in the grouud
for the next harvest.
The principal fuel used in Roanoke is
Pocahontas coal, and the dealers saw
that it is rather difficult to keep Il sup
ply of that on hand. This coal is dcliv-
cred for 81 per ton. 50 for Il half ton.
and SLID for quarter. The dealers
also keep in stock the Brush Mountains
coal. which is about the same grade as
the Pccahortas. Anthratice is handled
but only small quantity is consumed
here. 1t sells for IS to $50 per ton
and the price OF wood is $3.50 per cord
The cool weather has made the bust
ness more active. but has not affected
tho price of fuel.
j. {. +. Bell * Co. have five warons
running constantly and yesterday early
in the morning their orders were more
than they could fill. Earman & IIufs
business received decided impetus.
and they increased their weekly order
two carloads. Mr.. Huff said toa TINES
reporter: when the fall trade fully
opens we will dispose OF about ten car
loads each week. We have moro orders
than we can fill to-day
Mr.. j. +. Wexford, of Wexford e Co..
said: Since this cold weather every
body wants coal. We have six wagons
now and have just sent up town to
hire several more. We will deliver in
small lots about ten tons this week. and
arc also delivering several carload
lots
The dealers say that it is difficult to
keep supply on account of the crowded
condition of the transportation facilities
of the Norfolk and Western railroad
and the general demand for Pocahontas
coal.
The reporter called on Mr.. ID. II.
Matson. secretary and treasurer of the
Pocahontas Coal Company. Mr.. Mat
son said: ''Roanokc consumes our coal
almost exclusively, and we sell to Roam
ollc. including the manufacturing plants.
several hundred thousand tons IL year.
The general demand for our product
has grown constantly and the business
is better than ever before. We are al
ways rushed at this time of the year
as everybody wants coal at the same
time, and we now have orders two or
three months ahead
There was rush among the stove
men as we'll as the others. Engleby Il
Bro had three wagons running all day
delivering stoves Dunlap & Iridy sold
more than they could put mp. The
stove men are looking for 4 colder sea
son than last winter and have put in a
stock fora big trade.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30

MIR. SHERMAN HoAR, of Cambridge,
Mass, son of Senator IIoar, is the Dem
ocratic candidate for Congress in the
Fifth Congressional district of Massa-
chusetts, with good chance of defeat
ing the Republican nominee. He is
spoken of by the Cambridge Tribune as
an able man. This is the district rep
resented by General Banks several
terms.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
A big Whisky Fire.

MADISON, Ind. Sept. 2o-[Speciall-
The old stone warehouse of Richwoods
distillcry. situated in kentucky opposite
this city. was destroyed by fire yesterday
afternoon. The house contained |. 800
barrels of tax paid whisky. all of which
was destroyed; property and whisky be-
longcd to Levy IL Bro. Of Cincincaii.
LOSS 800 600
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1890-09-30
Deaths at Richmond.

RICHMOND. Va, Sept. 20 Special =
Lewis NJ. Griffin, well-known tobac-
conist, was found dead in bed this morn
ing, having committed suicide by shoot
ing himself with pistol. He was to
have been married October 8. L. Court
ncy Jenkins. assistant postmastcro of this
city under Clcveland's administrations
died this morning.