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Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
THE GREAT GUNS.
What They Cost TO Make and Keep in
Working Order.

What They Cost to Make and Keep i'm
Working Order.
The forging of the immense guns is a
most interesting process. The rifled guns
of the present are made by reinforcing
the tube with rings and repeated layers
of steel called jackets, which are fitted
one over the other over the original tube
or barrel of the gun. The jackets or
hoops must fit as closely to the gun as if
forming an integral part of its compo-
sition. The only way to get them on is,
of course, by heating, and thus enlarging
them. When they cool, they fit snugly.
1t is evident that the exact size of the
Jacket and ring when heated so that it
can be put in its place must be matter
cf the incest mathematical calculation.
The coarse powder now used makes such
havoc with the rifling of the largest guns
that 100 charges are about all that can be
expected from them. The jackets and
rings can then be removed and fitted TO
another tube.
The various parts of gun are not put
together at Bethlehem, but are sent to
Washington, to a department of the
arsenal called the assembling room,
where the tube is rifled, and tle gun is
finally completed. A steel gun of the
largest caliber costs about 100000. The
ordnance of our modern navy is there
fore one of the most costly items for
which Congress is expected to display a
patriotic generosity.-[ Harper's Weekly
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
BORN IN THE Sky.
why Fishes and Frogs Come Down IN
showers.

Why Fishes and Frogs Come Down IN
showers.
A writer in Natures Realm says that
little fishes may be Matched in the clouds.
What he says about it is SO interesting
that his whole letter is herewith given:
Il observe reference made in the
american angler touching upon showers
of fishes, in which it states that science
has not yet fully explained the phenom-
ena. This is perhaps slightly incorrect.
Several causes have been suggested.
Might it not very probably be that fish
and frogs which fall apparently from the
skies are really bred there?
Water fowl it is known, very fre.
quently carry eggs of fish to great dis
tances, having swallowed them, and in
their fight disgorging the same unharmed
where they can and do fructify and ma
ture in water over which these birds pass.
The eggs of many old fish are very gluti-
nous, and readily adhere to substances
brought in contact with them during
particular times of their incubation. Is
it not very probable that not only do these
birds convey ova upon their wings as well
as in their crops, and when flying at
great heights the ova, becoming detached
from the wings, may remain suspended
IN the moist atmosphere, which is quite
possible under certain conditions of at
mospherical pressure, and that when
under development they become too
heavy and naturally fall to the earth, as
frequently witnessed?"
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
He F.Il IN M Feet

Trip an Irishman and he will fall on
his feet; corner him and he will jump
over your head; question him upon a
subject of which he is ignorant, and his
answer, though it is not reply, will en-
able him to retreat with his flag flying.
An Irishman, who wished for position
as letter carrier in one Of our large cities,
went before the civil service board for
examination. He appeared, wearing a
careless air, as one about to go through q
mere formality.
What is the distance between Boston
and Constantinople, Mr.. Mahoney y
asked the chairman.
What's the distance between Boston
and that haithen city?" said Pat. @Well.
sur, if that's to be my route / withdraw
my application.
One of Pats countrymen, having
served in the Charlestown navy yard IN
a subordinate position, asked to be pro
NOTED, limiting that he would not object
to going to sea, if he could be assured of
a good berth on man of war. He, too.
was invited to appear before the examin-
ing board
Mr.. Mulhone. said the chairman, if
you were in the China Sea, and the ship
under full sail was going 10 knots an
hour, and man should fall overheard,
what would you do?"
Promptly came the answer, without a
shadow of perplexity appearing on Null
homes face
If | was in the China Sea, under the
circumstances We name, and a man
should fall overheard, l think should
write to his friends that he was
drowned.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

Finally we reached Kings River, and
our course now lay parallel with the
stream and about the same grade. Our
boat proceeded steadily. but with none
of the occasional rapidity we had expert
enced in the higher mountains left be-
hind. After having -flumed" about "a
miles we came to the suspension bridge
across Kings River. But even SO miles
of flume come to an end at last, and the
speed becoming tame and slow in COM
parison with the early part of the trip,
with the aid of several men at work
@herdingn on the fiume our frail craft
was safely brought to a standstill, and
we climbed out on the trestle and
stretched our cramped legs. A few mo-
ments later, with the aid of 80 foot lad
der, we reached terra firma, our strange
cruise ended.-[San Francisco Examiner.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

The Great Guns OF the Japanese Navy.
The attention of naval and military
authorities has been strongly drawn Of
late to the remarkable difference in the
effective power of the heavy guns OF
English made and those of the French.
The 10 ton guns of the English navy,
constructed at immense cost, represent
the latest and most formidable type Of
armament which Britain has produced.
II the calculations of the makers could
be realized in practice, the power of these
guns would be astonishing. They are 43
feet inches long, 164 inch bore. intended
to sustain a charge of $50 pounds of
powder, carry a projectile of 1900
pounds, with muzzle velocity of 2,128
feet per second, equal to penetration of
almost "a inches of wrought iron. Sew
eral trials of these guns have been made
with charges much below the maximum,
and in every instance the guns have been
so much injured as torender il dangerous
to subject them to full tests. The latest
trial was that of the 10 ton gun Of the
war ship Sans Pareil, at Shoeburyness,
with moderate charge of powder. The
result was the bore of the gun was found
to have dropped, and also to have become
laterally DETECTED This is much TO be
regretted, for the gun is magnificent
specimen of mechanical construction.
In France the great company known
as the Forges ct Chantiers de la Medi-
torrance, at Havre. under contract with
the japanese government, have produced
some large canet guns for the war vessels
of that nation, which must be conceded
TO stand at the present time in the front
rank. Japan may be said to beat the
world in the actual power of her heavy
guns. They have been subjected to the
severest tests, no expense having been
spared in these trials to render them sure
and effective Each round fired cost
$1,000, and some so, 900 in all were spent
for the purpose. These guns weigh So
tons, 12a inches bore, Al feet 8 inches
length, maximum weight of piojectile
1,034 pounds, powder charge 562.2
pounds, muzzle velocity 2,262 feet per
second, penetration of wrought iron
45.16 inches, maximum range over 13
miles. Twenty rounds were fired with
out the least injury to gun or carriage
These are wonderful results, and show
that the French makers have advantages
above an Others Scientific American.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

Physicians make no more fatal mis-
take than when they inform patients
that nervous heart troubles come fTom
the stomach and are Of little consequence.
DR.. Franklin Miles, the noted Indiana
specialist, has preven the contrary in
his new book on "Heart Disease" which
may be had at the City Drug Store who
guarantees and recommends DR.. Miles
unequaled New Heart Cure, which has
the largest sale Of any heart remedy In
the world. It cures nervous and organ
tic heart disease; short breath. auttering.
pain or tenderness in the side. arm OF
shoulder. irregular pulse, fainting,
amothering. dropsy, etc. His Restsra-
i've Nervine cures headaches, fits etc.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
S II r. "A u SS
Retail Liquors !! Taslss.l, srisss
WE CARRY THE LARGEST STOCK OF
AN Kinds Imported and Domestic
Fine Vines and LIQUORS.

Come and convince yourself before pur
chasing elsewhere.
We import and receive all our goods
direct. All our WHISTLES come direct
from United States Bonded Warehouses,
We are known to sell the best So. 90 Whis.
key in the market, and are able at pres
ent to offer better article than ever be.
fore purchased for the money. We are
the only pIace in the city where you can get
ALL KINDS or CoRDIALs.
We believe in large sales and small prof
its. Special attention paid to all city and
country orders. Give us call and be
convinced.
N. B.-Families supplied with Bottled
Beer at short notice, at
TRAUSSsS
dec5ly 10 Market Space.
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Rucklen.s ArnIea salve.

The best salYe in the world for cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fe-
yer Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chile
blains Corns, and all Skin Eruptions
and positively cures Piles, or no pay re-
ouired. is guaranteed to give perfect
satisfaction, or money refunded Price
s cents per box.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
ELECTRIC BELLS.

Annunciators, Burglar Alarms, Electric
Bells Bronze, Niekle and Wood Pushes. Door
and Window Springs, Electric Mattings, Door
Pulls and Attachments, Magnetic Bells, Buzz
sr', Batteries (all kind). Foot Pushes, Pear
Pushes, Desk Pushes, and all Supplies for
Electric Bell Work, furnished on short notice;
sorS guaranteed to give satisfaction. Can
give good reference, Samples can be seen at
u MARYLAND Ave.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

Soda Water. with pure fruit syrups,
now on draught at the City Drug Store,
Feldmeyer Bros.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
WANTS. FOR SALE, &c.

We Will insert in this column advertise.
nents OF Wants, For Rent, For Sale, Lost,
s01nd, &c., not exceeding four lines. ONE
WEEK. or less. for 90 Cents.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
Ai FOR SALE SMf
TEO-StOry Dwelling & Store

Situated On the corner Of Prince George and
East Streets with front of 2s feet and $
foot alley running back 6S feet to large paved
ysri aud Two Srory STABLE adjoining an
alley The House contains 3 large Rooms
sitb Store and Ware room, and large hall
on FIRST and second floors. For further parti-
caars apply TO, OF address the EVENING Carr
TAI 0tdoe. dl s
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NotaEy Public-

All business connecfed with the Notary
Pnblie promptly attended 70.
ELIAS 9. HYDE.
us No. ~ hain Street. Annapolis, Id.
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$4,000

NTANTED-All persons who Cook and
Wv Bake to send for the best Cooking
Stove in the World. Price $1,000, SIS 90,
$40 co. Terms, 10 per cent. discount cash
with order, or one-half with order, balance at
so days.
ALFRED COLES.
f9 $50 Myrtle Ave-, Brooklyn, N. Y,
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

WANTED.-A good BOY to learn
the Barb ering Business. Apply to
T. BOWERS. so Main street.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

Tor SALE -12PURE BRED BROWN
LEGHORN HENS, one year old. rs
Cents each. Apply at No. 13 Conduit st. aso
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

FOR sRENT.-DWELLING HOUSE
and Store, corner Acton Lane and est
street, Formerly occupied by e. w. Goodman.
street. 4.I6 80.
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24

E0R RENT.-Three Furniehed ROOMS
L for rent No. So Conduit Street..
Evening capital. (Annapolis, Md.) 1884-1910, 1891-04-24
For SaIe-very Cheap.

CHESTNUT, LOCUST AND CEDAR
POSTS, any size desired. Also Pound
Net poles. Piles and House frame tim
Der, sold and delivered at the lowest fig-
ures for cash, or on satisfactory notes.
Apply to or address
NJ. L. CRANE, Eastport, p. O.
2-16 A. A. County, Md.
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WANTED.-AN ACTIVE NAN for each
wv section SALARY &1B xe 800. 10 locally
represent sueceesfus y. CQmpany Iue0r-
Jewelry, etc. 10 consumers at cost Also q
Andy 81 tact. Salary $40 - enroll members
References exchanged. Empfre Co-u0ernfive
AssociataDn koredit well rafed1 Lock Box 8I0,
NJ. ser
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-E'OR RENn

The New STORE on Francis Street. one
room in rear, formerly occupied by VIM. At
well. Apply to JULIAN BREWER, Mary
land avenue.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24
mYsferics 20 Girls.

Girls are queer creatures" re
marked one Of them. They're not "a
bit like men. For instance, you can
know a man for years and yet see and
be quite sure that there are depths in
his nature which you have never
fathoned, nor even so much as ap-
preached. But you know a girl after
you have seen her half dozen times,
and, what Is more, you know her
thoroughly. You have heard all her
stories, you have memorized every one
of her phrases and tricks of expression,
and you can divine the course she
would pursue under any circumstances.
II may use smile, girl is like an
oil well which flows abundently for a
week and gives promise OF keeping it
up, but peters out completely at the
end OF that time and runs quhe dry.
Or, to vary it little, a girl is like
Old Faithful that geyser in Yellow
stone Park. which spouts every forty
eight minutes regularly. After you
have seen it once you know exactly
when the next eruption will take place.
you know to an inch how high and how
large the column of water will be, and
you are perfectly certain that it will
never be different in the smallest de-
gree from what it was when you saw
1t. But men are like those other
geysers that sometimes spout a feeble
stream and at others rear tremendous
bulk, so that you never know what
to expect and have feeling that the
next eruption will be mighty beyond
all previous ones. To be plain. you
can never latter yourself that you
really know man. And then there
is always the shadow OF his unknown
past. Chicago Evening Post.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

It's sometimes said patent
medicines are for the igno-
rant. The doctors foster this
idea.
"Tke people" we're told,
" are mostly ignorant when it
comes to medical science"
Suppose they are What
a sick man needs is not knowl-
edge, but a cure, and the nedi-
cine that evreS is the medicine
for the sick.
DR.. Pierce's Golden Med
ical Discovery cures the edo
believes and the don't be-
lieves." There's no hesitance
about it, no "if" nor "possi-
bly,"
1t says" can cure you,
only do as | direct"
Perhaps it fails occasionally.
The makers hear of it when it
does, because they never keep
the money when the medicine
fails to do good.
Suppose the doctors went
on that principle. eve beg
the doctors pardon. II
wouldn't do y
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Both the method and results when
Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing to the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly ON the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels, cleanses the sys-
tenn effectually, dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing to the taste and ac-
ceptable to the stomach, prompt in
Its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in SOC
and 81 bottles by all leading drug
gists. Any reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand will pro-
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. Do not accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE. XIV NEW Y0Rk. M
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24
WAS NAPOLEON.
MS wonderfully Intelligent Dog EecOv-
cred the Lost Coins.

HIS wonderfully Intelligent Dog Recov-
cred the Lost Coins.
II was dark, and down retired
street in Paris man rode alone on
horseback. Suddenly the horse stopped
as If frightened. Then a man rose
from the pavement in the middle of
the street and jumped to one side with
u cry. The rider was angry and OK
claimed: care you drunk, man, that
you lie about in the middle OF dark
street TO get yourself run overp'
"You might better lend poor fellow
hand than scold in that way" ex-
claimed the other. Il had 800 francs
in gold in this bag, carrying it to pay
bill for my master, and the bag has
broken and it is all lost over the street.
IL you have some matches they will do
me moro good than your curses"
Its no easy task to find lost money
on n night like this" said the rider
dismounting. II have no matches,
but perhaps l can help you. Have
yon any of the pieces left?"
''Only one" replied the unfortunate
fellow with q sob.
Give it to me, " said the other.
The poor man hesisated. but the
stranger repeated the words in tone
Of authority, and tho last coin was
handed to him.
The stranger whistled and a great
Spanish mastiff stood beside him. He
held the coin to the dogs nose. and
leaning to the rough pavement said:
Find them"
The dog shifted the gold piece and
began the search.
One, two, three, he began bringing
in the coins and dropping them into
his masters hand, while the poor SER
want stood by in silent wonder.
Thirteen times he returned with O
20-franc piece. Then, after a long
search, he came back empty, with q
grunt that seemed to say: There are
no more.n
1--WE are yet lacking one piece" said
the stranger, care you sure there
were just 800 francs?"
Sure as suro can be, sir" the SER
want replied.
"Then look in the bag again. There
must be one left there"
Tho man looked, and sure enough
found the last gold piece still there.
"Oh, sir" he exclaimed, as the
stranger sprang into his saddle, you
are my deliverer. Tell me your name
that my master may know who has
done him such service"
II have done nothing" said the
stranger. ''Tell your master that the
one who helped you was a very goot
and Intelligent dog by the name o
Joie."
1t was some years afterward, wher
France had seen troubled times, ant
the royal family was no more, that thu
master was telling the incident to ;
party OF friends, one of whom had beer
employed in the palace.
"Joie! Joie!" he exclaimed. "Ther
never was but one dog of that name
and there never was a more remarkabl,
and faithful dog than he. He Away
accompanied his master when he wen
in disguise about the city"
"Who was his master?" they al
asked.
The reply was brief: The Empero
Napoleon. Youths Companion.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24
Catarrh Can't be Cured

with LOCAL APPLICATIONS. as they canno:
reach the seat of the disease. Catarrh IS blood
or constitutional disease, and in order TO cure it
you have to take internal remedies. Halls
Catarrh cure is taken internally, and acts direct
ly on the blood and mucous surfaces. HaA's
Catarrh Cure is no quack medicine. 1t was
prescribed by one Of the best physicians in this
country for years, and Is regular prescription
1t is composed of the best tonics known, com
bined with the best blood purifiers, acting d.
rectly on the mucous surfaces. The perfect
combination of the two ingredients is what pro
duces such wonderful results in curing catarrh.
Send for testimonials free. +. J. CHENEY &
CO., Props, Toledo, o. Sold by druggists,
price 75c.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Never was whalebone so dear as tits now
$3.50 pound.
Mrs. Il. ID. +. N. Southworth's full name
Is Emma Dorothy Eliza Neuette South
worth. She is over IS years of age and very
feeble.
Won Bulow, the musician Is an excellent
and accurate Greek scholar. lie Is, more
over. an unusually well-informed man, aud
an entertaining talker.
Sir John A. Macdonald thinks that the
title "Amerlcans" should he reserved Cor
Canadians He calls the people OF the
United States yankees"
The sum OF the requests made by Mrs.
Eleanor w. j. Baker, wife of the great
cholcolate manufactures. TO educational
and charitable institutions was $1,000, 0O0
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24
He Was RecIxIess.

"Cholly's laid up with a horrible
cold" said Gus De Jay TO one of his
friends. How did he catch itp" ole
changed too suddenly from puff scawf
TO a four-in-hand, don't you knowp"--
Washington Post.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24
Knew Mem. WAYS.

whats the trouble between you
and your husband?"
HE makes me jealous OF certain
ladies'"
'1n what way?"
'tHe mentions having met then
when / wasn't with him"
"Pooh!-they are not the ones to be
afraid of.
'Who then?n
Tho ones he does't mention. ~
Chicago Times.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Choking, sneezing and every
other form of catarrh in the
head, is radically cured by
DR.. Sage's Catarrh Remedy.
Fifty cents. By druggists.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24
re Had sIxated.

Maude-"Did yeu ever try your hand
at skating, Mr.. Blinkersp" Mr.. Blink
ers-"Yes-well-or-that Is, my hand
and several other parts"--New York
Herald.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Ever since 1864 there have been women
more each year, who claim that there Is no
soap half as good, or as economical as Dob
bins Electric. There must be some truth In
their claim. Try It, see how much. Your
grocer has 1t.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

When Daby was sick. 10 cave Der castoria,
When she was a Child, shc cried for Casto7iA
When she became Miss, che chung to CastoriA
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Cardinal Sinner. the primate OF Hungary.
enjoys revenue OF $780, 900 IA year
Tho employment OF women at the Royal
Observatory at Greenwich. England, has
awakened widespread interest.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Ladies' often compare notes on health,
and while they may differ On many points,
they always agree that Lydia +. Pinkham' 5
Vegetable Compound is the standard female
medicine.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Coughs, Hoarsencss, Sore Throat.
etc, quickly relieved by Browns BRONCHIAL
TRoCHES. A simple and enectual remedy.
superior To all other articles for the same
purpose. Sold only In boxes.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24
HOW TO MAKE MONEY.

read what Mr.. Bell said about making per month.
also sent to the Standard Silver Ware o. Essex ST.,
Boston, Mass, and received a fine of samples.
took orders the first day that paid sO profits made
$40 the first week at the end OF month had eli5
writing the above Arm. l hope others may profit by
my experience. Yours Truly, w. +. WILLIAMS.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

The prince bishop OF Snlzburg. capital OF
the duchy OF the same name In Austria, has
revenue Of $4,000 per annum.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Garfield ca Is GparaDGecd. II not
satisfactory return package AID Get money
back. Cures sick headache.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

The archbishop OF ErIau, in Hungary, has
yearly revenue which amounts 70 about
$3.50
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

Mrs. WinslOw's Soothing Syrr p, for Chill
dren teething, softens tho gums, reduces inAamma-
ton. allays pain. cures wind collie. Csc. bottle.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

The prince bishop OF Cracow, In Austrian
Galicia, receives In revenues each year the
UNI of 5000, 900.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

The revenues OF the archbishop OF Prague
amount each year to the sum OF $3.50, 1000.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-04-24

There are less than one dozen women in
England who are following astronomy as a
profession.
The bishop OF Lintz, which is the capital
OF Upper Austria, draws from the revenues
each year "A sum equal to about Sl25OO0,