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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04

good for their swcethearts, no matter
how slim their purses may be. They
generally seek jewelry stores. though tho
days OF jewelry are becoming rapidly
numbered, and with the exception OF the
old d-bys- engagement rings--very
few presents Of this character are given.
One of the leading jewellers here tod
the DISPATCH man that silver ornaments
and toilet sets were now the most popular
articles in his stock. These are sold in
great quantities and are always tasteful
and pretty. Some gentlemen are me-
thodical even in their love affairs, and if
they are suspicious that their lady-loves
will ego back on them, they generally
purchase presents which can be utilized
ii returned after the termination OF their
affectionate relations For such purposes
as these "bangle. bracelets serve nobly,
as they will fit any girl and can be used
over and over again.
CARDS NOT so MUCH IN FAVOR.
Christmas cards are also becoming
memories Of the past, and their place is
taken 10y little odds and ends in celluloid
and etchings on thin porcelain. OF
course, some few will be sold, though in
most instances they have been super
seded by booklets with suitable notices
and poetry.
Books are always received with plea
sure, and they, perhaps are the best
presents of all-certainly the cheapest.
Nowadays they are sold so reasonably
and bound 50 prettily that every one
utilizes them and they have become very
popular as Christmas tokens.
The clothiers and gentlemen's furnish
Ing-houses are also good places to select
presents from, and what they offer are
always received by gentlemen with
pleasure and appreciation.
LADIES HAVE 40 TASTE ABOUT cRAvATs.
But whatever lady attempts she
should never hope to please man about
his neckwear, for tins few living females
have ever done. Their taste III this par
ticular respect Is simply execrable lat
least 80 the men think, and they might
as soon hope TO accomplish success IN
this line as a man would i'll selecting q
dress for his wife without any sugges-
tions from another woman.
Ladies can best please the sterner sex
by gift OF well-selected umbrella or
something of that sort. But with era
watts never-every man wants to exer-
else his own taste in that matter.
Last, but not least, contributions in
the grocery line are received with open
arms 10y sober married couples, whilo
old bachelors scoG not at jugs Of "an-
cient Falerman," or something even
stronger.
However, at the merry Christmas-tide
everything is acceptable. Though the
gift be poor and small, and every one
feels kindly towards his fellow-man.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Ihe .Iesnit sIIasinn.

The interest in the mission work now
being conducted at the Cathedral by the
Jesuit fathers is undated. There were
large crowds present at all the exercises
yesterday.
Father Himmel delivered sermon in
the morning on the Intention Of Prayer,
and at night preached from the text :
cit is appointed for all men once to die. "
His Illustrations were very forcible, and
his sermon an excellent one.
Father Mcdonald in the evening gave
an instruction on the manner of making
confessions.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Lodge Meetings.

Past-Grand ]. j. Blanks, of Peters
burg, visited Schiller Lodge, |. o. o. f.,
on Broad street near Fourth, last night,
accompanied by Past-Grand Kendler,
and expressed himself as highly pleased
with the condition of the lodge, The
degrees were conferred.
Friendship, No. 50, A. f. and A. NJ,
held its stated meeting at st. Adams
Hall last night. Grand-Lecturer Little,
of Norfolk, was visitor. A vacancy IN
the junior deaconship was filed and the
degree of Entered Apprentice was con-
ferrpd
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Concert and Charades.

a concert and charades will be given
at Corcorsn Hall tonight by the Ladies
Aid Society OF Union-Station Methodist
church. Captain Frank Cunningham
and Others will sing and the West-End
Banjo Club will perform. Another en-
tertainment will also be given by the
society Friday night.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
The Great Bazaar.

Red Riding Hood was performed last
night at the Grace-Street bazaar, much
to the delight of large crowd. DR..
Goodwin and large delegation from
Grove-Avenue church came down after
prayer-meeting. Captain Capers ran his
bakery and fed the crowd with choice
breads. The restaurant had big patron
age and the ladies' booths drove a
lively trade.
Tonight Messrs. Cunningham, Wat
kins, and Left~ich, with Professor Shep-
herd Webb as accompanist, will give a
concert, and it will be the crowning en-
tertainment Of the bazaar.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Mad from His Fail.

Mr.. John Ferguson. the stone-cutter
who on Saturday last fell from bridge
on MIR. Lewis Ginter's farm near Rich
mond, died early yesterday morning
from his injuries. The deceased was
married and in his forty-fifth year. He
was native OF Aberdeen, Scotland.
The funeral will take place from the
Third Presbyterian church at ii o'clock
this morning.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
WIN Freak Up CoplurIng.

Rhoda johnson, negro woman who
lives in Rockets Old Field, was before
Justice Vincent at the county court
house yesterday charged upon complaint
of Jane Ellis with misdemeanor. From
the evidence itappeared that each woman
charged the other with "coniuring" and
using threatening language. Security
was required of each for good behavior,
with payment of costs.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Wall Streets Latest Forger Sentenced.
(By telegraph 70 the Dispatch.I

NRw YORK, December 3.-Albert Fl.
Smith, who was convicted in the Court
Of General Sessions of forgery in the
first degree of raising seven-shsre GER
titicate Of Lake Shore stock toa seventy
share certificate, was sentenced to-day to
seventeen years imprisonment in the
State prison. Smith was member OF the
firm Of Mills, Robeson i 3mith, bankers
and brokers', and perpetrated number
OF similar forgeries.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
One Fell and the Other Knocked Down.


A son of Mr.. Robert B. Kasey fell
upon the pavement in front Of the
American Hotel yesterday and broke his
right arm. The youth was taken into
tie hotel and o doctor summoned.
Young Kasey is employed in the Office of
Harrison & Powers.
Mr.. William Snellings was tripped by
a large black dog running against him
near the ST. Charles Hotel yesterday and
badly bruised about his arm.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
CHAMBER COMMERCE
MAT TERS REGARDING THE NEW
euiLoiNG DISCUSSED.
Proposition srvm an Investment Company
Co Place the Bonds-To Mako An
other Canvass.

A called meeting of the Board Of Di-
rectors of the Chamber of Commerce
was held yesterday evening at 6 O'Clock.
Present: Colonel John b. Purcell, presi-
dent Hon. George l.. Christian. first
ce-president, and Messrs. T.. ID. Tay-
lor, II. Wallerstein, s. W. Trayers,
Henry Holms, James d. Crump, Arthur
b. Clarke, Tazewoll Elicit, l.. I. Chris
tian, I. 4. Cary, and f. ID. Neal.
In the absence OF Mr.. Il. a. Dunlop,
who was out of the city, MIR. L. ID. Tay-
lor acted as secretary.
NEW BUILDING,
Colonel Purcell stated that the meet
ing was called for the purpose of dis
cussing the new building for tho Cham
ber and the best manner of raising addi-
tional funds for its erection.
He stated that mp 10 the present date
about $40, 600 had been secured by the
canyassing committees, and that upon
reaching that amount they had stopped
until an option could be secured upon
the lot now occupied 10y the store of
Messrs. c. Lumsden & Son. This OPP
ton had now been obtained and would
expire in February.
Colonel Purcell further stated that the
desirability of such building as the one
proposed to be erected by the Chamber
could not be questioned. Visitors from
other cities often drew unfayorable CON-
parisons between the buildings upon
Main street and those in other cities.
LARGE RENTALS.
"The income from the proposed build
ing" continued the Colonel, "as set
forth in the prospectus, does not make
the revenues accruing from rent as large
as they would really be. have already
had several offers from gentlemen who
desired to rent some of the offices, and
they are very favorable. An investment
company made a proposition that If the
Chamber would capitalize the building
at S200,00 they would guarantee TO
place goo, 600 in bonds, provided por-
tion of the stocks was deposited with the
bonds as bonus.
The speaker did not doubt that stock
in the building would pay at least i per
cent, aud he was confident that it was
safe investment.
VIEWS or OTHERS.
The question WAS discussed at some
length by all the members present Mr.
Travers stated that such buildings were
paying investments in Baltimore and
that he had great faith in the scheme.
Colonel Purcell urged all the members
present to use their best efforts TO IN
crease the subscription-list. Only about
$40, 900 moro il needed to pay for tho
three lots.
TO CALL on THEM.
Upon motion of Mr.. Taylor, it was de-
cided to instruct the Secretary to pre-
pare lists of the present subscribers
and Of members who are likely TO
subscribe and TO submit these TO a
meeting of the board 10 be held next
Monday evening. Then they will DO
distributed among the members, who
are expected by personal solicitation to
raise the additional S20,0 900.
Tho rnpntinp then odiOurna1
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
AUCTION SALES TO-DAY.

GEORGE $. yAsHoS & son, p. NJ, two brick
dwellings on Fourth street bet"een Loish
and jackson streets.
APpRRsoN & CO., F. ID. HILL, s. CO., and
JOHN I. GODOlN, A. p, NJ, commlssloners'
sale Of property of tho late w. L. So~arhin.
HARRISON h POWERS. ~ T. NJ, frame DWELL
fne on south side of Ashland street between
Washington and Carter streets
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Tourlsts,

whether on pleasure bent or business.
should take on every trip . bottle OF
Syrup OF Figs. as it acts most pleasantly
and efiectually on the kidneys. liver, and
bowels, preventing fevers, headaches and
other forms OF sickness. For sale IN DOC.
and 81 bottles by all leading druggists
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
English cot.oa.Mills Damaged.

lBy Angio-Amer1can cable 10 the Dispstoh.l
LONDON, December 3.-The mills Of
the Coventry Cotton-Spinning Company
st Coventry have been damaged by fire
to the extent Of many thousand pounds.
The fire throws two hundred hsads out
OF employment
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
A Democratic Mayor for Cambridge.
fRx telegraph % tho Diapafch.l

Bosros, Mass. December 3.-In tho
Cambridge city election yesterday Hon.
A. B. Alger. Democratic and Citizens
candidate for mayor, was elected by 493
plurality. The vote for aldermen is
very close and recount may change the
result. No license was adopted by 564
majority.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
eating-house on Seventh street for SELL
ing on Sunday was dismissed.

ing on Sunday was dismissed.
Mrs. James p. Harrison, OF Danville,
who has been visiting here, left yester-
day morning for Charles City county.
Mr. Peter Wcisiger expects to leave In
few days for Augusta, Georgia, to en-
gage in business.
A number OF persons were baptized
last night at the Bainbridge-Street Bsp-
tist church.
The condition of Mrs. 7. p. Mathews
was considered slightly improved yester-
day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
THE HoWlTzeRs TO FEAST.
Their Banquet on the 1ath-rhe New
Orleans Trip.

Orleans Trip.
The annual banquet OF tho Howitzer
Association will take place Friday night,
December 18th.
No action has yet been taken regarding
the invitation from the Washington
Artillery OF New Orleans to attend the
Mardi Gras in February, though the
matter has been discussed in an informal
way with great interest. ii possible the
Howitzers will certainly avail themselves
o. the invitation.
The work of repairing the Armory has
been commenced. These Improvements
consist chiefly of paving the ground
floor of the building.
The battery is in great need Of shed
in which they can drill. AZ present this
has TO be done in the grounds upon
which the Armory stands, AS the flooring
OF the ball is considered unsafe under
the combined tramp Of the company.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
whsn nsty wsS dok. ~ usvs sss CaseuA
When shc wu . Cni,d. abs srzed for Csssorta.
When sas became Hiss. sss chung 70 csssxsA
when .se had gsildrsn. sss gave than oss~a
Tuning. RenaIring. Cartage.

Let the fine tuner Of Manly Il. Ramos
& Co. tune your piano or mako an esti-
mate for thorough repairs. IL you need
your piano moved We guarantee the safe
ty OF the piano and prompt work.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Charged with Mutiiating Books.

Last Saturday young man represent
ing himself to be the statistic;an of the
Norfolk and Western railroad and giving
the name of Bruce called at the Railroad
Commissioners Office in this city. Mr.
A. G.. Akers, the assistant to General
Hill, extended the courtesies of his Office
10 Bruce, and while Mr.. Akers was en-
gagged at his desk Bruce, it is charged,
mutilated two volumes Of Poore's Rail
road Manual by tearing out several
pages. Bruce was located at Roanoke.
where he was arrested, and Sergeant
Tomlinson went up there yesterday af-
ternoon to bring him to Richmond.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Children Cry for Pitchers Castcria.

He that speaketh LES shall not escape |;
but he that useth A. B. {. Tonic may
escape an early grave.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
WHITe-ANc-GoLD WEDDING.
Mr. Hopkins and Miss CoIien Married at
the Iafter's Home.

A quiet but very pretty wedding oc-
Cured at > o'clock yesterday afternoon
az the home of DR.. J. S. Dorsey Cullen.
on Grace street near Fourth, when his
daughter. Miss Mildred, was married to
Mr.. William S. Hopkins, of Lexington.
The wedding was "white-and-gold
one-that is TO say the decorations
throughout the house were arranged in
these colors, and the flowers, which
we're artistically placed through every
room. were also of yellow. Growing
palms, ferns, and potted plants added
beauty to the scene and made the house
lovely.
The bride, who was an exceedingly
pretty young lady, never looked fairer
than she did when the ceremony was
performed. She was dressed in white
Ottoman silk. trimmed with crepe lisse,
and wore a veil and orange blossoms. In
her hand she held large bunch OF white
roses. Her only bridesmaid was her
sister, Miss Otey Cullen.
Mr.. Herbert Preston, of Lexington,
acted as best man.
Rev. j. Calvin Stewart, OF the Church
Of the Covenant, performed the cere-
mony.
RECEPTION HELD.
Although the wedding was private
one and only relatives and intimate
friends OF the bride and groom were
present, the number of guests at the re-
ception which followed was large and
over seventy people were present.
Among these were Mrs Frank Clarke,
of Baltimore Colonel and Mrs Archer
Anderson, Mr.. and Mrs. Alfred 7. Har-
ris. Mr.. and Mrs. Il. Seddon Bruce, Miss
Blankenship, Alr. Robert Blankenship,
Mrs. William Lyons, Miss Lyons, Mr..
James Lyons, DR.. aud Mrs. Afmistead
Wexford Mr.. and Mrs. Fanny Wallace,
Judge and Mrs. b. Randolph Welliord.
Mr.. and Mrs. T. A. Cary, DIR. Arthur
Cabell, Mr.. Preston Noland, Mr.. Saun-
ders Hobson, Mr.. Bierne Blair, Mr..
John Blaine, Mr.. William johnson, Mr..
and Mrs Luther Robinson, Mrs.
Hopkins, of Lexington Mr., and
Mrs. William r.. Preston, MIR.
and Mrs. L. T. d. Myers. Jr., Mr..
Levin Jones, Mr.. and Mrs. Francis Boy
kin, Mr.. Frank rutherford Mr.. Wade,
of Washington Mr.. and Mrs. Goddard,
Of st. Louis; Mr.. and Mrs. j. F. I. An
derson, Miss Ellen HobsoD, and Others.
Mr.. and Mrs. Hopkins left on the 6:45
train on IN extended northern tour.
PERSONAL.
The groom is q prominent young law
yer of Lexington, and is president and
counsel of several land companies. He
is well known and popular in society.
The bride has for several years been
one of the reigning bellies OF the social
circles of this city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Richmond and DanviIlc Meeting Post

The meeting OF the stockholders
Of the Richmond and Danville Rail
road Company called for noon yes
terday was not held in consequence
of the non-attendance of a quorum.
None of the nonresident stockhold-
ers we're in the city. It was de-
cided to postpone the meeting until
next Tuesday at 80 p. NJ. just after
that OF the Terminal Company set for
that day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04

At an early hour this morning lamp
exploded in the house OF Salem Brown
Ccolored), and before the fire WIS ex-
tinguished several articles of clothing
we're burned A number OF colored folks
ran into the house to aid in suppressing
the flames. and in the confusion one Of
them went off with Biown's oyercoat, IL
which he had one hundred dollars in
cash and two hundred dollars in bonds.
Brown is as yet uncertain rs to whether
the coat was stolen or carried away by
mistake. However, he has not yet re-
covered it.
This section was threatened with a
snow-storm to-day, bat at this hour no
snow has fallen.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
THREE CENTS PER COPY.
We Arc Eeady

We Arc Eeady
with our complete line Of Mems Goods
for tho holidays. Useful presents for
ren-such % Scarfs, Handkerchicfs.
Umbrellas, Canes, Suspenders, Gloves
Scarf. Pins. Cuff and Buttons
Leather Collsr- and CuG-Boxes, and
Travelling Sets. Everything irst class
for men CONSTABLE BRoruxks,
4i9 east Broad street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
PolIrs.Court Pickings.

In the Police Court yesterday morning
tho case OF j. W. Powers. whose arIes'
TUESDAY night on the charge Oh having
in his posasasion two heifsrs supposed 70
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04

Cough. Cold. or sore Thro1. shouId no,
neglected. BaowSs BRoscufsL TRocHrs are .
simple remedy, and give prompt reiIes. 70
cents a box.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04

Many persons are broken down from oysrvork
or household cares Browns Iron bitsers re-
builds the system. aids digestion, removes az
coss Of bile, and cures malaria. splendid
tcnic for women and children.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Children Cry for Pitchers Castoria.

Consumption can be cured by using
A.B. G.. Tonic. One dollar a bottle.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
TO CALL ON THEM.
A YOUNG scAooL-TeAcHsR DEAD

The Captain. of the Grays Weds To
Day-Drove the Turkeys Sixty Miles.
Especial telegram to the Dispatch.
DANyILLE, Va, December 3.-Mr.
Wade Hampton Peyton, an intelligent
young schoolmaster from Martinsyille,
died yesterday at Cascade, where he had
been teaching school. He was bright
young man and hold in high esteem by
the people OF that section. The remains
passed through this city tonight en- roufC
for Salem, Va, where they will be
buried. The deceased was brother OF
William Peyton, formerly superinten-
dent of public schools in Henry comfy.
Captain John II. Hutchings, of the
Grays, and Miss Lucille Lea. of Caswell
county, will be married tomorrow.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
A LoNGDRIvE.

A young man from Patrick county ar
rived hero to-day with l66 turkeys,
which he had driven distance of sixty
miles. He was six days making the trip
and lost only three turkeys on route.
The Hastings Court, which has been
in session for the past several days, will
adjourn tomorrow The case of jim
Lyles and Marguerite Lashley, charged
with the murder Of Jim Lashley, was
continued till the January term.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1890-12-04
Children Cry for Pitchers Castorla.

Old newspapers for sale ut tAis ohlos
priee. rs cents pes hsSdsea
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1890-11-19
A SELFISH MAN.
A Pleasant Little Comedy That
Ends Happily.

Scene-A pleasant drawing-room. Ger
tie, seated in cosy armchair. Cecil,
in devoted attitude, ON ottoman near
her.
Gertio-But do you love me unselfish-
ly, just for myself alone-my soul, my
spirit?
Cecil Ito the ceiling)-Oh, she asks
me this after my long worship--my
utter
Gertie-Ah, mans love is nearly al.
ways selfish. It's so different from q
woman's sacrificing, enduring affection.
Cecil-OnlY let me prove to you in
some way how dearly, how sincerely
love-
Gertie Suddenly decisive)-I will
Cecil. l consent to marry you
Cecil (breathlessly)-Oh, Ger
Gertie-Yes, gladly, delightedly-for
! am very fond of you--on one condi-
ton. You know how love music.
Cecil (faintly)-Ye-es.
Gertie-That you will send me abroad
for three years to study-to perfect my
voice?
Cecil (bewildered)-Send you?
Gertie-It has been my dream-my
ambition. know have a voice, and,
Cecil, you know that have.
Cecil with deep feeling)-Indeed, l
TO-
Gertie-I have no right to ignore this
gift 1t is my duty to cultivate it, and
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1890-11-19
TEMPERANCE NOTES.
A BARREL OF WHISKY.

4 drayman rolled forth from his cart to the
street,
A red-hesded BARREL we'll bound and complete;
And on It red letters, like forked tongues Of
fame,
Emblazoned the grade, number, quality, fame
Ofthis world renowned whisky from somebody's
still
Who arrested the grain on the way to the mill.
So there stood the barrel, delivered, but I
Could see that shallow was lowering high
A sulphurous shadow That grew as gazed
To the form OF Mephisto. Though sorely
amazed,
Iventured to question this il. OF the realm
Where vice is the pilot, with crime at the helm,
And asked him politely his mission to name,
And II he was licensed to retail the same
Identical barrel Of whisky. which he
Was fondly surveying with demonish glee.
ooh. never handle the stuff" he replied;
my partners mortal are trusty and tried;
Maybap, peradventure, you might wish TO look
At the invoice complete-I will read from this
book;
You will find that this barrel contains some
thing more
Than forty-two gallons OF whisky galore"
And ere could slip but another word In,
He checked it off gayly, this cargo OF sin:
"A barrel OF headaches Of heartaches, of woes,
A barrel Of curses, barrel OF blows'
A barrel OF tears from wordweary wife,
barrel of sorrow barrel OF strife;
A barrel OF all unavailing regret.
"a barrel of cares, barrel of debt;
A barrel of crime, and a barrel OF pain.
A barrel of hopes ever blasted and vain;
A barrel OF falsehood, barrel OF cries
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1890-11-19
A Proverbially Careful Man.

Impecunious Dudley Ito his cobbler)
-Aw, me good fellaw, couldn'tyou lend
me dollah? I-aw-am embarrassed
this evening, and I'd like to take cab
home, We know
Cobbler-Excuse me, sir, haven't got
but one dollar left, and Of course, like
every other cobbler, Unjust "stick to my
last, n-Munsey's Weekly.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1890-11-19
On Dangerous Ground.

Mr.. Com Placent Visiting newspaper
Office. To edi:or)-What do you do to
get rid of the beastly bores who stay all
day and don't know how to take hint?
Editor without looking up)-Stay five
minutes longer and I'll show you.-West
Shore.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1890-11-19
In . New Country House.

In new Country house.
Bridget-Phwat's the nsther wild the
wather, Mary?
Mary-YOu mean the colorf
Bridget do. It's shtained, 1t is.
Mary-It's rain water.
Bridget-An' do they drink rain
Wather?
Mary-Certainly.
Bridget-Sure that's tho furst I liver
heard of that. In the ould country we
dhrink, no rain wather. We may be
poor, but, thank God, we're not igno-
rant!-Puck.
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1890-11-19
The Last Of Earth.

81 see dem little pearly gates" said
the dying colored man.
"What am beyond, fadder" anxious
ly asked his son.
"Bress my soul, chile! eff dar amt
angel cake-walk fur a melon s blg 3 q
elephant."-Judge.