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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
SCIENTIFIC GLEANINGs
Murray's Magazine.

The latest invention of musical Ger
many is a mechanical conductor, figure
that beats vi h the greatest accuracy any
desired time
A very ingenious instrument has lately
appeared for showing the velocity and
pressure of the wind The effect is pro-
duced by the rising or falling in level Of
mercury in d trough.
1t is stated that the 6rmness of paper siz-
ed with resin increases by storage owing to
the fact that the resin In the paper under
goes an operation of hardening by expos
ure to the air.
The yew tree seeds and leaves have late
ly been made of use in the shape Of an oily
product called taxine, which solidlties on
cooling AMI possesses considerable narcotic
properties.
A Ignite sugar refinery has been estab-
lished in Philadelphia for utilizing
''black strap" the refuse of moIasses.
Hitherto this substance has been used in
making rum but the product has always
been in excess of the demand. The inven-
tors claim that the process will revolution
ize the sugar industry. 1t is clarified
through pulverized Ignite.
The influence of tight collars in impe3-
ING the circulation in the head by pressing
on the iugular vein is well known to mill
tary surgeons with the troops In India;
but the bad effects of such pressure In
cooler climates have been dem Hnstrated by
the observations of Prof Froster of Bres-
! lau. who states that three hundred cases
have come under his notice in which the
eyesight has been affected by the dlstur-
bance of the circulation caused by wear
ing collars that were too small.
A series of observation for hundred
consecutive days was made at the top Of
the Eiffel tower on the velocity Of the
wind. Speaking generally, the velocity of
that elevation was three times in the
average greater than nearer the ground.
Much of the diminution of force and speed
is no doubt due to the check given by
houses and other objects near the surface
of the earth. The observations present
many curious details as to the variations
at various times of the day and night, due
to change Of temperature.
Herr Silas, an Austrian inventor, has
brought out shell, or odus. containing
oil to be fired by ships in bad weather, In
order to calm the waves around, or rather
ahead of them. 1t consists OF q wooden
cylinder about half metre long and sixty
two millimetres in external diameter. The
holder is lined inside with shellac, to keep
the oil from penetrating the wood. The
shell aslo carries phosphide Of calcium
light. When fred from mortar provid-
ed for the purpose, the light discovers It
position. and the oil displaced by the
water sheds itself over the surface Of the
sea. Experiments were recently made
with it at Gave, Lorient, and elsewhere,
md it was found that IN some twelve
minutes after the obus fell the water was
GAINED over Gil cular space Of about nine
hundred square metres.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
The Art Of Entertaining

The art of entertaining lies largely in
not entertaining too much. The tact to
leave a guest to follow his own devices,
and vet to feel that he is surrounded BY
delicate thoughtfulness for his welfare, is
d very desirable gift, but is one, too, that
can be to a great extent cultivated. II a
guest finds an earthly paradise Ill the
library, and loves to sit and read or write.
and browse among books quite at his own
sweet viii, it is not the part of tact to drag
him out to play lawn tennis or croquet. If
he is not ii pedestrian by nature Or grace,
it is the reverse of entertainment 10 in
wife him on long walks, however interest
ing the scenery or pleasant the object. On
the other hand, the guest. too, may we'll
cultivate a reasonable independence, and,
if he has his little private tads and desires,
carry them out harmlessly, without i'm
pressing his entertainers into service. He
may like to go to a certain church, or go to
an early service or make call OF attend ii
lecture, or a dozen other things in which
the hostess feels no real INTEREST," and if
she accompany her guest it is merely for
courtesy, and very likely at the cost of some
inconvenience There is no reason why
the visitor should not pursue his own way
in these personal tastes, so far; as can be
done without absenting himself conspicu-
ously from the household circle, and both
hostess ana guest will enjoy each other s
company all the better by treating them
selves to intervals and interludes of soil
tude or separation. A guest definitely in
vIted for definite period has every reason
to feel his welcome assured; to feel that
his presence is a JOY to his hostess, else,
indeed, why should she have solicited it?
This entente cordial taken for granted, the
minor details will easily adjust themselves
and will fall out all the better for mutual
freedom. The guest will be put at his en-
tire ease to see that his presence is not in
terfering at all with the natural life and
daily demands of his hostess; to feel that
she pays him the compliment of believing
him rational being full of his own re-
sources, and not in the least dependent on
her constant personal presence. The most
delightful thing in the world is to establish
ones friends in ones home, and see that
the guest is supplied with every comfort.
and surrounded with all due attention and
then enjoy the mutual freedom of easy in
tercourse, together when mutually con-
venient, each, meanwhile, feeling the
charming sense of the near presence and
close sympathy. Cultivator.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
PECULIAR INFATUATION.
Different Methods of Following the In
junction Love One Another"


Do men ever fall in love with each other
Women do. Not long ago young wo-
man IN New Jersey was married to {
youthful laborer on her fathers farm.
Sometime afterward it was discovered that
the husband was female; the young wife
refused, however, though earnestly en-
treated 10y her friends, to give up her
chosen conSort. The strangest part of tl.s
discovery was the fact that The bride knew
her husband was woman before she was
led TO the altar.
If men do not exhibit this strange in
fatuation for one Of their own sex, they at
least often times give evidence of the fact
that they love one anoi her. There are many
instances ON record where one man has
given his life for another. There are
many more instances where men have
gwen life to another.
1t is a proud possession-the knowledge
that one has saved precious human lite.
Meriden, Conn, is the home of such a
happy man. John II. Preston, of that
city. July 18th, 1890, writes: Five years
ago | was taken very sick, had several OF
the best doctors, and one and all called 1T
a complication of diseases. | was sick
four years, taking prescriptions prescribed
by these same doctors, and | truthfully
state | never expected to get any bet
ter. At this time, commenced to have
the most terrible pains In my back. One
day an old friend of mine, Mr. r. I. Cook,
OF the firm of Curtis q Cook. advised me
to try Warmers Safe Cure, u he had been
troubled the same way and it had etfcc,ed
a cure for him. bought six bottles. took
the medicine as directed ana am to-day a
well man. | am sure no one ever had d
worse case of kidney and liver trouble
than | had. Before this | was AWAY s
against pl oprietary medicines but not now,
oh, no..
Friendship expresses itself in very Pc
culiar ways sometimes; but the true friend
Is the friend in need.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
TIE FARM AND HOUSEHOLD.
THERMOPYLE.
Kennel ROOD.

This is the Dlaca-the mountain bay
i wild and stern and grand,
AZ when the Lion held the way
That barred his mOtherland,
Long years and change and earthquake shoe
Have wrought upon the scene,
Where once the sea waves tapped the rock
Are meadow lands grown green;
Eut 0eta sill looms vast and gray
To hide the setting sun.
And still the mountains bar the way,
And every way but one;
The'sulphur spring still fume and flow
Along the rough hill side,
And far off Othrys yelled in snow
Sees where the Spartan died.
There = a spirit haunts the place
Where mighty deeds were dared,
Though time and change have left no trace,
And not grave be spared;
And climbing up the grassy mill
Where Sparta Lion stood,
The heart still answers to the thrill
That marks the hero mood,
And as | read the page again:
That quickens from the dust
The tale of those three hundred men
Who died TO keep their trust,
| knew the fire was not yet lost
That nerVed my younger age
The shadow of an eagle crossed,
And fell along my page!
Murray's Magazine.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
THE ETERNAL MARCH.


What they seeking. what eternal quest
Is theirs, that, like the wandering Jew,
They flee the calmer haunts of peaceful rest;
What they seeking, something strange and
new?
They may not find it, yet they ceaseless 60,
Wearing the stones away beneath their feet.
Think they, as thus they hurry to and fro,
That happiness will come their steps to meet:
If each his favorite phantom has in view,
lie fortune beckons some, and some hope
cheers,
A ghostty army rn"st be marching through
silent, datk brigade OF hopes and fears!
Pale, saddened faces greet the eye and GO
Faces you might have seen in troubled dreams
On others rests fair and cheerful glow;
CO all their moods You catch but passing
CLEANS.
A mystic captain leads: you hear no voice;
No musket butt rings on the trampled pave:
The endless army seems to have no choice
Between uDbrollen marching and the grave.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
Hints From Everyday Experience
Rural New Yorker

IF the chimney or stova-pipe catches fire
at time when it is not expedient to al
low it to burn out throw piece of link IL.
the stove and the fire will go out almost
like magic.
Should SCOT fall on the carpet at any
time cover it with common salt. the1.
sweep it up. and no stain will be left.
When the turkeys are picked in the fall.
save all the tail and wing feathers TO,
brushes. Put all the tail feathers by them
selves. Take large needle threaded with
strong black thread and string the feathers
even ". Select those of nearly equal
length, and which point in the same di-
rection (those from right and left wing
point differently to 60 together. Put
enough for one brush on each thread.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
COmmendahIo.

All claims not consistent with the higA
character of Syrup OF Figs are purposair
avoided 5y the Cal. Fig Syrup Company. II
acts gently on the kidneys. liver and bow
els, cleansing the system ef1ectualiy. but
1t is not ii cure--u and make no preten.
sions that every tottle will not substaA-
tiats
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
A M PRIEST. DRUGGIST, Sbelbvyille. Tn

AN. PRIEST, Druggist, shelbyville, Ind,
says: "Halps Catarrh Cure gives the best of
satisfaction. Can get plenty of testimonials,
as it cures every one who takes it." Drug
gists sell it, 75c.
There is a family in Armstrong county,
Pennsylvania-father mother and four child
aen-whose combined weight is 1900 lbs,
an average Of PIG pounds. One of the girls
weighs 3O5 pounds and is only eleven years
oil
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

SEVERAL of the workmen's quarters of
Berlin were Illuminated Tuesday n;&;s5 in
honor of the expiration of the anti-sociaI-
lists law. The Italian socialists sent con-
ordinations to their German brethren as
champions of tie proletariat.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

A scheme is on foot for the erection at
DrOitwich of a new brine baths hospital for
the poor, affording increased and much
needed accommodation. The entire cost of
the building will be borne by lady whose
name is at present withheld.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
BuncuAn, Pills cure Bilious and Nervous Ills

The death rate in Austria in 1889 WAS low
er than il has been for ten years. The total
number of deaths was G46, 1S7, being at the
rate of 27.25 per mile; the number Of births
was 69S, $50, or fewer than in 1888. Among
the children born there were 1,064 boys to
/ 600 crirls
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

Rutgers College sophomores issued an or
der that their boots must be BACKED by the
freshmen. The latter collected the fOOtgear
and smeared the leather generously with
green paint
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

A FATHER loves Lis child. A mother
worships it. Both decide the child should
occasionally be given DIR. Bulls Worm De-
stroyers.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

A fine dog in Dyer county, Tenn, worked
its way into hollow stump and when in
could not get out. When found, twenty
three days after its disappearance, the poor
creature was alive and conscious.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

MEN think house cleaning easy, but I'M
less woman uses SAPOLIO the proverb is
true, easier rule kingdom than manage
house."
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

In all bronchial, throat and lung
affections, lingering coughs, splitting
of blood, weak lungs and kindred
ailments, the "Discovery" effects
the most marvellous cures.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

In Cincinnati, recently, two girls, one of
whom was but eleven years old, were arrest
ed for drunkenness; and two boys, one only
eight years of age, charged with being in
corrigiblc, were taken to the police station,
''shacklcd together with handcuffs."
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

The best cough medicine is Piso's Cure for
Consumption. Sold cYerYWhcre. 25c.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
Her Misplaced Confidence.
Chicago Tribune.

Maud, should ike to know the mean
ing of this reception.
Mr.. Hazard, you shall, answered the
proud country girl, freezingly. Il have
found you out, sir. That is ALL y
What do you mean, dearest?'
Don't come near me, sir. Stay on the
other side of that table | have found out
that YOU have been amusing yourself at my
expense.
For heavens sake. Maud, explain"
Il know | am freckle-faced, sir' she
said, with flashing eye, but did not think
you capable of joking about it with your
friends
Il haven't done anything of the kind,
Maud, protested the young man.
You have, sir! After you had-had
proposed to me last night, and II had
said yves, and you had gone, | over
heard you telling Mr.. Bellchamber out
there on the front porch what glorious fun
it was 10 60 to the mountains in August
and catch specRied huties."
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

out of style. Many ''tonsorial parlors' do
not keep the dyes. Gray threads in a young
mans head, especially if his occupation can
be construed to be intellectual, are consid-
cred diStingue
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

Best, easiest to use and cheapest. Piso's
Remedy for Catarrh. BY druggists. soc.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
The 1ristocraIic Bee.

One Ct the most interesting country
places IN Maine l. that of Mark Gray of
West Freeman. who had been so success
ful in raising Lees that he made s327.50
from bees tits year says the Lewiston Jour
nal. A CORES pondent gives description
of his apiary, which has been arranged
with remarkable pains and is a
Variable curiosity. All the hives are
painted and striped in different conbina-
lions, no two alike Mir. Gray makes the
h,ves himself. having built a small shop and
a miniature sawmill for this purpose. He
thinks the bees ike to have their homes
attractive as well as human beings, and
that they work better and are more con-
tented for having everything tidy about
them. They require but very little atten-
ton, but anything out Of place they notice
as quickly as a neat housewife
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

If you wish to do the easiest and quickest
weeks washing you erer did, try Dobbins'
Electric Soap next washday. Follow the di-
rections. Ask your grocer for it. Been on
the market q wears. Take no other
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

An Athens (Ga.) man has given to the
University Museum the skin of rattlesnake
killed at Sapelo this summer. The RATHER
was ten feet long, and the largest part of the
body measured ten inches in circumference.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30
Hold 1t TO the Light.

The man who tells you confdentially inst
wlaC Will cure your cold is prcscri5is,.,
Kcmr's Balsam this year. In Tie prcpara-
ton of This remarkable medicine for coIrna
and colds no expense is spared to combine
only the best and purest Ingredients Hold
look through it; notice the bright, clear
look; then compare with other remedies
Large bottles soc. and 81. Sample bottles
free at all druggists.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

WORLDS DIsPENsARY MEDICAL AssoCIA-
TION Buffalo, N. Y:
Gentlemsn-A remarkable case has occurred
in our territory. ]. II. Berry, man about
t,.ivty wears of age, was going down rapidly.
lie tried physician after physician, patent
medicines, home receipts-in fact, everything.
He went to a noted sanitarium and returned
no better. We all thought he was dying with
consumption, and only a few weeks of life
were left for him.
He commenced "Golden Medical Discov-
ery" and at the same time commenced to
mend. lie hos used about two dozen bottles,
and IS still using it. He has gained in weight,
color and strength, and is able to do light
work 1t is Just such case as VIC Should
have listened TO rather suspiciOusly. but vixen
We see it we must palieva it.
1t has trcbled our sales of " Golden Medical
Discovery
JOHN HACKETT s. SON,
Druggists, Roanoke, Ind.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1890-10-30

Cfss~ a MS&Els z l,rjsha Xos4.a Ma =, Or
SE1aaiS Eioars3 ftG lad I'M caciG Con ATTY.
GSesS -. "a. 1a-Ss e a. g., SF LoUis, Mo.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30

Paison Brown, who loves joke though IL
be at his own expense, is fond of relating hi.
experience in circulating subscription paper
for the purpose of raising funds to shingle
church. Among Others he called ON a mer
chant who WAS liberal man where the ob
ject is ITaiseworihy. In The present in,tanc,
he subscribed s. Shortly afierwari The par
son called 20 collect the amount, but the mer
chant. having had occasion % pay out all Dbl,
money that day, informed the clergyman OF
the facs and invited him 20 o,iil again This
did not exactly accord with the parsons
views. Looking around the store be discov.
cred kt of mackerel which DO thought
might easily be- converted into cash.
Chow much for mGckereim he asked.
Give dollars kit. replied tho merchant
"Wel, IL you have no objection, IN take
that KIT for your subscription
IAN right, parscn," sand tho merchant.
heartily. You're welcome to anything la
the store TO the amount Of s.; but though
mackerel arc famous iol making a man dry.
l wouldn't shingle my church with them if /
were sou. Lewiston journal
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30
PLEASING FANclss.


A small piece Of mother-ofpoarl showing
through ragged hole in "a silver lorgnette i.
unique decoration
Shown in relief on an old gold cigar cutter
charm a star fish Of rubies and diamonds is
sure 10 inspire admiration.
Attached to a small fat pocket pin cushion
a silver pansy with "A gilt center makes a
simple yet a very pretty ornamontation.
Quite novelty in silyerwaro is tripod
formed Of two walking sticks and an um-
brella, IN which Is mounted small Their
mOmoter.
-Four palm leaves crossed over horseshoe.
with bee about 70 settle on q strawberry
lying near, form the subjects Of an etching
ON silver pen dish recently produced
Jewellers Weekly.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30

letter from Port Spain. Trinidad, speaks
OF 'oe recently discovered curative qualities
Of plant locally known as tho Cousin Mahoe,
whose botanic name Is tic triumfetta semi
trnoba. In eases OF dyspepsia, Indigestion
and liver Complaints the therapeutic effects
Of this plant have been simply wonderful
Too doctors on tee island prescribe il largely.
knowing n valuable properties Chicago
Times
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30

Ia New York there was a very wealthy
dry goods merchant who died only a short
time ago. and who made ID practice 10 70
from roof 70 cellar OF his great Broadway
store in an endeavor TO prevent wastefulness
on the part OF his employees II he found a
foot Of Irvine or a tcrpenuy nail on the floor,
be demanded 10 know who dropped it there.
threatening 10 discharge tho culprit when
discovered. -Chatter.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30

A great deal depends on the cut Of a states
mans hair The reputation of some is based
on TO- The barber has much moro 10 do with
tho making of some statesmen than any
lelagogue or philosopher ever had. There j.
Mr. Blank, who dreams in his seat an day,
with his white hair brushed back from am in
tellectual brow. hi, 0uitemustacho dropping,
and little tuft on the upper lipo bis chin,
aud is regarded as man of great proiundiy
while Mr. -, from Virginia, gets mo- credit
for his ability because be don't comb his
whiskers right. The barber can make "a states
man, even If tho tailor 81 sioyenly. Mr.
Evans. of Tennessee, looks fierce because be
twists bis coaloo % point and curs his mus
tache mp at the ends Bat be IS a most mild
and gentle hammered man. Gibson, of Mary
land, has got the reputation of being a ladys
man and vain because his hair is parted in
the middle Washington Cor in Philalcl-
pha Telegraph
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30
SOME USEFUL DoNT's.

Don't get oyerheated and don't worry.
Keep your feet warm and your head COOL
Don't cut OFF your sleep at both ends OF
the night.
Don't take medicines unless physician pre-
scribcs Them
Don't tax your stomach with rich or inn
properly cooked food
Don't put on thin clothing because the
weather is a little mild.
Daa't neglect little cold. It may bocomea
great fever q inflammation.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30
nIcunfoND. Aug. Il. -.

lAlihM'"' AUS 49,
Aftera thorough test of A.. b. q.
Tonic i'm my own household, l
cheerfully state that ] believe it to
be an absolute specific in cases to
which ladies aresubject TO at certain
periods of life, and where an arrest
of depletion in physical strength is
sought. Very respectfully,
JAS. d. CRAIG.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1890-03-30
STANDARD fOR OVER HALE eENruRl

Cure Indigestion. Sour Stomach. Heart.
burn. Fiafulency, Collie. and ali Diseases q
che stomach: C0sfirone.-. Inflammation,
pnrrhpa. pIle-, and Diseases 0fihe Bowels
Congestion. y li0usuc.l. launiIce. Nausea,
Healache, Ghiinrs. Nervousness, Wan
deflng Pains, Malaria, Liver Complaint,
and an Diseases arising from a G0rEtd ana
Sluggish Liver. Thcy clean the mucous
c1af., reduce c0rgei or c1nrasfei o0ndi-
t'1ns. break upsiuhi0rn complications, re..
store free. healthy action o. Che organs. and
give the system a chance o. recover tone
aud strength. They are