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SIBERIAN ESKIMO LIFE.
They Live in Huts Dug in the
Ground, Not in Snow
The Same State of Affairs was
Found to Exist IN
Alaska.
Difference Between Is-Loot and Ig-a-
Loo-Lifo in n Hole in tho
Ground.

Written for THE SUNDAY 1NDEPENDENr.l
TT SEEMS TO BE THE POPULAR
az belief that all Eskimos live in snow
\ huts, or ig-loos, during the winter.
When I went to Arctic Siberia in 1887, l
looked forward to seeing plenty of these
haLitations. l had not read up at all in re-
gard to the natives of Arctic siberia or
Alaska, but took it for granted that they
were like the Eskimo whom Kane and many
other Arctic travellers have 80 Interestingly
described. So. without giving the matter
a second thought, ] tool all these preoon'
ceived notions for granted. In dteamily
anticipating the strange things l was to
see, visions Of clusters of snow huts, hur-
ryinc dog sleds and other typical Eskimo
scenes that we all are SO familiar with
passed befo; me.
After entering Boring sea we sailed
northwesterly and reached the coast Of ST.
bs in about 800 miles south of Boring
straits. Here, at Cape Tchaplin, was the
largest settlement of Eskimo on the coast
of Siberia. The cape is along narrow point
of land iutting boldly ont into the sea for
eight or ten miles. 1t is n sand pile thrown
up by conflicting currents a few feet higher
than the sea, and at its very extremity-on
the bleak point exposed to the full sweep OF
all the cold Arctic winds-was the settle
ment, a cluster of perhaps fifty huts made
upon tho general plan of an Indian wig
wan. These l found to be permanent
abodes, and inhabited all the year round.
l enquired for the snow huts, md learned
that their use WAS very little known, l
might say, unknown, for the snow shelters
these Siberian Eskimo use are tho most
temporary simple affairs possible, Tor
shelter for a few hours, or perhaps a night
or two from an unexpected cold piercing
gale that is laden with chill, accumulated
from blowing over hundreds Of miles OF
Arctic ice and snow.
Here was a disappointment. One OF the
most picturesque, characteristic parts OF
Eskimo existence, as poI ulnrly understood
was wanting. But after all, those were
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09

dangerous point. In the older huts tho
walls are of logs, snugly packed together,
as in the old-time loR hut, but most of the
huts have wainscotting rescued from the
wreckage, The huts are as neat. c'enn and
orderly IN ever WAS u good Dutch house
wife's house.
The amount Of heat tho blubber oil stoves
are permitted to give out ia limited, for
were the temperature much above the freez-
ing point wator would drip from the coil
ing from the thawing frost in the turf roof.
Point Barrow il the northcrn-most point
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09
n. X. T.-Honest Results.-O, X. r.

Many of the pioneers of Oregon and
Washington have c%heerfully testified to the
wonderful curative properties of the cele-
brated Oregon Kidney Tea. Purely vege-
table and pleasant to the taste and can be
taken bv the Youngest child or most deli
cate female. o. K. Il. is a never failing
remedy for pains in the back and loins.
non retention of urine, scaldlng or burning
sensation while urinating, mucous dis
charges and all kidney troubles of either
sex. 81 at all druggists.
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What u Noted Physician Says.
CHICAGO, Jan. 81, 1888.

W. p. Wisdom
Dear Sir-As you requested ] have exam
ined the formula of your toilet preparation
called "Robertine." / can assure you that
the ingredients are both bland and harm
less, and that the compound would form an
excellent application in irritated condi-
tions of the skin. Yours truly,
ARTHUR DEAN BEvAN, NJ. D..
Professor of Anatomy, Rush Medical Col
legeand p. A. Surgeon. U. S. M. II. S.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09

only Siberian Eskimo. Over on the coast
of Alaska We would find the genuine Els
kimo, with all the necessary acoompani-
lnents thnt they are expected to have. II
seemed M though something was lacking in
these Siberian Eskimo to make them the
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09

Z THE BEE ! HIVE x
INFANTS CLOAKS

lot infants embroidered Elan
mel Cloaks, full length, in cream
and tan, worth ST..
THIS WEEK So.
I lot infants embroidered Elan
mel Cloaks, better quality, cream
and tan, worth $3.50.
THIS WEEK So. 50.
I lot infants embroidered Flan-
mel Cloaks, fine quality, cream
and tan, worth So.
THIS WEEK $3.50.
I lot infants embroidered Elan
mel Cloaks, best quality, cream
and tan worth $3.50.
THIS WEEK $4.75.
Full line of embroidered Elan
mel Cloaks, Skirts, Shawls, Etc,
for Infants wear, at special sale
prices.
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prefer T found that each mound was a hab-

itation.
| had noticed the difference in the words
ig-loo and ig-a-loo, but 1 supposed them TO
gaining the letter a by incidental differ
ences in the language. But the difference
was far greater than I had imagined. An
ig-a-loo was still another creation.
The Eskimo of Alaska all live in huts
dug in the ground. The room ls from
eight to fifteen feet square and seven feet
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09
HOLIDAY GOODS
and TOYS.

which will be larger ard
more complete than ever
before, and we are obliged
to reduce our present stock,
as every available foot in
our store will be taxed to
its utmost capacity to ac-
commodate the goods now
EN- route. We offer this
week such inducements to
buyers that they must buy,
at prices quoted, or buy at
other places and pay double
the amount for the same
goods. ...N
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09
T L. SMITH,
/. Freight and Transfer l ne,
HELENA.

All kinds of merchandise and other ~freights.
including ores, promptly transferred from Tho
iopot. Orders will receive prompt attention.
0FFICE-At J. Foldbarg's Store aud ut the Depot
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Civil and Mining Engineers.
L. 4. Deputy Mineral Surveyors. IMMORAL pat
rnts secured. Rooms i3.l3, Atlas Building, Hel-
pna, Mout.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09
Angus !!

This month reminds us
that the time is fast ap-
preaching to make room for
our immense fall shipments
of
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-08-09

Ladies' Japanese Silk En-
broidered Handkerchief. in all
colors, scolloped borders, war
ranted all Silk, WORTH SOC,
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THIS WEEK CSC.

Knotted Fringe Linen Dam
ask Towels, full sizes, IS assort-
ed patterns, regular 4oc. goods.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
Al PROMINENT VISITOR

George 3. Marshall, Esq, nephew
Of Chief Justice Marshall, and prom
inent capitalist, was in our city yester-
day on legal business with Stuart W.
Walker, Esq. Mr.. Marshall is the
president Of thy Percy Mining Com
pany, at Uniopfown, Pa, and is gen
orally known a over the country as a
prominent coal specufatnr Yesterday
he was driyen over a portion Of Jour
county, and expressed himself as being
well pleased with Berkeley's future
prospects. His object is, after dispos-
ing Of other matters that he is at pres
ent interested in, to invest in Berkeley
coal lands.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
CITY PRODUCE MARKET

Revised and corrected Daiiyby b. n. KIlmer,
Grocery. Provision 3 Queenware Merchant,
king Street.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
IMPORTANT CASES

4lreslit Court was in session yester-
day with Special Judge ]. B. Hooge on
the bench, a number Of matters were
argued before the Court, among which
We're the following very important and
interesting cases Faulkner rs. Phil
hps, Faulkner q ,Ingles for Pl't'ff, and
Flick y Westenhaver for DeTt; j.
Fleece vs. Peter Ambroze, I. W. b.
Duclwall, for Pl't'ff, and Faulkner &
lngiesforDe'f't; Pendleton Us. Meadow
Branch Coal Co., Flick q Westenhaver
Tor PPt'if, and Faulkner 4 Ingles for
De'ft. These cases havel attracted
considerable attention fer some time
past, and involve some intricate and
technlcaTlegal points. 1t is expected
that the balance Of the week viii Be
occupied in cases from Morgan county.
IN which Judge DuekwaIl Is interested
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
MyTiads Of Cures

Achieved by AYER's sARsApARrLLA, ii
The past forty Years. arc nttestcd, and there
II no blood disease. III MI possible of cure,
that will not yield % Il. Whatever the
ailments of this class, and wherever found,
from the scuryy Of the Arctic circle 20 the
ssveIdt-soresg 81 South Africa. this REM
edy has afforded health 10 the sufferers
BY whom Il was employed. Druggists
evcrywhere can cite numerous cnses, with
in their personal knowledge. Of remark
able cures wrought BIZ 4, where az other
treatment had been lInasaiiing. People
will do well 70
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
RoBusT HEALTH

Ii not always enjoyed By those who seem
10 possess II. The faint OF corrupted
blood may be secretly undermining the
constitution. In time, tho poison win Ger
tninly show its effects, and Withallthe more
yirulence tho longer Il has been allowed
10 permeate the system. Each pimple, styf
boil, Skin disorder and sense Of unnatural
lassitlidc. or languor, n one Of Natures
warnings Of the consequences o. neglect.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10

Miss Minnie Zimmerman has return
from = pleasant visit 70 Baltimore.
Mr. Frank schelksy, Of New Berne,
\. O., Is in the city visiting friends.
Alex. Pendleton, Esq, prominent
attorney Of Winchester, is attending
Circuit Court in this city.
DR.. W. S. Fellers, formerly Of this
city, but now Of Evansville, Ind, is
visiting his parents in this city.
Hon. w. H. Travers, Of Charlestown,
was IN this city yesterday afternoon
attending to some private business
T.W.B. Duckwall, Esq. Prosecuting
Attorney, Of Morgan Co., is attending
Circuit Court now ii session in this
city.
Miss Isaac, Of the western part of
the State, il visiting the family 81
WIN. 7. NoIl, { shoot distance from
town.
Misses Jane and Boydie Faulkner
will return home Saturday morning
from an extended visit to Bay st.
Louis.
Mr.. Al. Hunter Walker, living short
distance from town. is lying critically
LIN. His numerous friends hope for a
speedy recovery.
Mr.. Danl Mathews and family, Of
Washington, who have been visiting
the family of Mrs. Anna Bateman,
on Maple avenue, have returned home.
Mr.. Jos. G.. Kearfott, who has been
residing at Martinsville, Va, for some
time past, is on visit to his parents,
with view Of recuperating his health.
Senator G. J. Faulkner viii leave
/ Sunday morning on an extended tour
/ through the West, with number Of
prominent public men, on stumping
tour.
Misses Emma and Leah Wien and
William H. Showers left for Wildwood,
Clarke county, Va, yesterday. They
will spend few weeks with Mrs, Mary
E. Showers.
Dr.. i. A. I. Day leaves this city for
the North to-day to look up a new 10
cation for the practice Of medicine.
He has not as yet fully determined
where he win hang out his single.
The doctor carries with him the best
wishes Of large circle Of acquaintance
in Martinsburg.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10

The members Of the State Board of
Health for the Second Congressional
district will meet in Martinsburg, w.
Va, Oct. Sth, for the purpose of MAX
ing examinations. Persons wishing to
be examined will present themselves at
the Office Of Dr.. N. D. Baker on Burke
St., at 8 4. N.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
Trust Nothing Else

than AYERS SARsAPAEILLA, Numerous
crude mixtures are offered 10 the public
as ssblood purifiers" which only allure
the patient with the pretense Of many
cheap doses, and with which i i folly 70
coming more eleep-seated and difficult II
cure. Some OF these mixtures do much
lasting harm. Bear IN mind that the only
medicine that can radically purify the
Initiated bIoodis
Ayers SarsaparilIa,
PREPARED ny
Dr.. j. c. Aver q Co., Lowell, Mass
Sold BY all druggists; price ~
six bottles for ~.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10

Berkeley County Wing Shooting Club
will have shooting contest Of blue
rock pigeons at Inwood Park exhibition,
on Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. Is
and 16. Suitable prizes will be offered
for best shooting. All lovers of the
sport are invited to take an interest in
the matter.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
JENNINGS
Tea, Coffee and Spice House!

ii distinctly understood give goods
away, but that have reduced prices lines
of our goods Notwithstanding the very reasonable
prices which we have heretofore been getting. We
give below partial list with our present
prices, and, as we find it expedient,
shall give patrons the benefit Of
reductions o other lines
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10
Ayers SarsaponMa

Ii the only remedy That can be relledupon,
iiary disease and the special ccrruptions
Of the blood. It Is the only Alternative
that ii sufficiently powerful to thoroughly
cleanse the system Of 6crOfulOus and
AIercurinl Impurities and the pollution
OF CONTAGIOUS Diseases. II also neii-
iralizcs the poisons left By Diphthcria
and Scarlet Fever, and enables rapid
rectipefuilon from the enfeeblement and
debility CAUSED by these diseases.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10

The editor of THE WORLD acknow-
hedges receipt Of an invitation to be
present at a conference and dinner, to
be given at Hagerstown at the Bald
win House tomorrow, by the Board
|of Directors Of the Hagerstown Fair.
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noARp or p1REcToRs.

john +. Boyn, Martinsburg, w. va.
II. II. BoyD, Martinsburg, w. Va.
HoN. J. II. GETTlNaER, Martinsburg.
DIR, ]. G. CARTER, Martinsburg.
Il. w. RonINsoN, Martinsburg.
Flank $. EMMERT, Martinsburg.
Gro. Il. GAvER, Martinsbnrg.
The World. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1891-1896, 1891-09-10

nsr,.,1 ana corrected daily b Alex r,rks.
sr.In. 1our and iePd merchant. PARKS ne
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1891-09-16
A 100000 Volume Book Sale.

That immense sums of money are involved
in the business of publishing in New York,
is illustrated by an operation of the Cos
nl0poltdn magazine, of which the particu-
lars have Just come TO light. Six hundred
thousand volumes, equal to the public H.
brares of three or four good. sized cities.
have been purchased by that magazine at a
single stroke of the pen, to he used, as the
proprletors believe, in adding quarter of a
million to the subscription lists of that mag
azine. The volumes are the memoirs of
Generals Grant, Sherman, Sheridan and
Mcclellan. OF Grants books, it is said that
100000 copies have been already sold in this
country. By making so large a purchase
the Cosmopolitan people are able to offer the
two volumes of General Grants Memoirs in
the original subscription, 81 edition, for fifty
cents in addition to the price of the maya
zine The offer is literally an unparalleled
one in the history of the publishing business,
ana when it was announced to the great
printing house of j. j. Little & Co., who
are the printers of both the Grant Memoirs
ana OF the Cosmopolitan, the expression of
Mr.. Little was, Simply impossible 1t
cannot be done!" 1.-THE printer, who knows
the cost OF white paper, ink and binding,
says such thing is impossible, the public
may well fail to comprehend how such an
operation can be made. Nevertheless il is
TACT that the magazine will be offered to
the public in connection with these vol
umes OF General Grant at the figure mem
tioned-S3.50. There can be little doubt
that at such an offer the CosmOpolitdn's ex-
pectations of quarter of million increase
in its circulation will be quickly realized
II 100000 rich people have been willing to
pay 81 for Grants book, it follows that
there must be good many hundreds of
thousands more who will be glad to obtain
1t at fifty cents and the price of a years sub
scription to the Cosmopolitan. The publca-
ton OF magazine is a matter of hundreds
OF thousands of dollars annually. Not only
are enormous prices maid for articles hut
for premiums as we'll. The 800, 600 sets of
these memoirs weigh 100000 pounds, and
would, at the subscription price of 81 per
set, amount to S2lOO,OOO. OF course, the
publishers of the CoSmOpolitdn did not paw
any such figures, but they paid enough to
make a sum of very respectable proportions.
these memoirs are now offered for sale in
combination with the Cosmopolitan and THIS
PAPER at price that will place these three
publications within the reach of every one
VINO earnestly desires to possess them. For
particulars, see advertisement on the eighth
page.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1891-09-16
The Home Magazine.

rms popular family periodical enters the
IAN campaign with an unusually attractive
table of contents for September. The
editor, Mrs. Logan, gives a second INSTALL
ment OF her observations of the life of the
English people during her recent trim
abroad, and continues the interesting and
valuable historical series entitled " Per.
sonal RecOllections;" Mrs. Upton's serial
story OF Washington society life is con-
tinued; Mary Lowe Dickinson in the de-
partment of the Kings Daughters, writes
OF general and state meetings of the order;
Grant Aliens short story, " Melissa's Tour
Is concluded; Fighting Joe" is the stir.
ring title of an excellent short story by an
anonymous writer; Mary Logan Tucker
writes of the French Legation, illustrated
by portrait of the present minister resi-
dent; The Children's Page" Mothers
Home Talks" "Our Flower Department"
The Fashions" "Home Dressmaking,,
Fancy Work." "Our Painting Class"
The Dining Room, " " HEALTH" and "The
Gentle Art of Beauty" are ali and sever
ally trimming full of things of interest and
value for the household economy or the
family circle. The article on American
Pottery, from the pen Of MID. f. Haynes
Is concluded; new and valuable depart
ment is begun under the title of " Music"
and Matte Dyer Britts contributes most
interesting sketch OF General Lew Wallace,
the author of " Ben Hur," in his study
The Home Magazine is furnished to sub
scribers OF this paper who renew for one
year for the nominal sum of twenty-five
cents-two dollars worth of the best reading
of the kind for only twenty-five cents
Many lady readers, entirely competent to
judge, pronounce the Home Maqdzine one
of the best journals of its class II any
subscriber Is in arrears, pay up, renew for
one year and get the Home Magazine.
sample copies furnished.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1891-09-16

by E. b. Moody of Waterbury. j. A.
Parker showed a fine pair of three-year-old
steers. Charles Magoon of Orange eX-
hibited a splendid flock of thirty-fve Cots
void sheep and a fve-year.old registered
buck that was awarded first premium at
the state fair; Herrick & Ward of Middle
sex showed fine Shropshire buck and eve !
ID. G.. Green of Waterbury, a nice lot Of
Southdowns. w. Chase had the only ex-
hibit of swne-a Yorkshire SOW aud pigs.
In poultry fine showing was made by
f. G.. Evans, A. Il. Luce, j. A. Foster, John
Root and Smith q Somerville of Water
bury, II. j. & j. g. McMulen and p. A.
Schonio of Duxbury, and j. II. Knapp of
Moretown.
Floral Hall made quite commendable
showing in the articles that always inter-
est the ladies'. The only vacant space in
the building was the part reserved for the
products of the farm and garden, which
were conspicuous by their absence. Many
beautiful specimens of embroidery and
fancy work were exhibited. In oil paint
ings Mrs. G. Hopkins had some fine ex.
hibits, also Mrs. Harvey Henry, Mrs. n.
Somerville and Mrs NJ. l.. Demeritt. j.
p. Donovan of Montpelier exhibited organs
and sewing-machines. The New Home
with folding cabinet attracted much atten-
ton. The old reliable Singer sew ing
machine was well represented by Mr.. j.
A. Lucas of Montpelier.
Batchelder & Robinson of Waterbury ex-
hibited the latest improvement in maple
sugar evaporators; also creamery and dairy
supplies manufactured by the Vermont
Farm Machine Company of Bellows Falls.
Smith q Somerville also exhibited a sugar
evaporator which attracted much attention.
In fruit, o. w. Davis of Waterbury Cen
ter made very fine showing of abont fifty
varieties of apples, among which were sew
eral new varieties recommended as espeC-
tally adapted to this climate. For winter
the " Mcintosh and Wealthy" and for
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1891-09-16
Barnard, Sumner & Co.
Black Dress Goods.

lCIC comes time 10 all
when we are forced to consider
this question Of black dress.
Rich and poor alike must
meet the necessity, because all
alike have the impulse to show
by their dress the changed con-
ditions that have come into
their lives.
Even though there may be
neither time nor inclination to
consider qualities, styles or
furnishings when the necessity
is forced upon us, yet some one
must perform that duty for you,
and to them we want a word
on this very important matter.
Mourning dresses are now
made with a plain bell skirt
with fan back, the front broken
by few folds on either side
from the belt. A border of
Grape from ten to fifteen inches
wide should trim the front and
sides, or may extend around
the skirt. The waist is of
Henrietta with high sleeves
of the same, and the cuffs and
other accessories are Of the
Grape"
This is the opinion Of one
who is we'll able to tell what is
and is not suitable in mourning
dress, but the other informa-
ton is added that the changes
from the rule laid down are
legion" and the greatest lati-
tude is allowed even here.
Perhaps nowhere else is there
so apparent, as in black, the
effect of any material difference
in shades.
Poor black, whether in color
or material, is the poorest pos
sible goods for you to buy, for,
after a few weeks wear, your
natural love Of good material
will be disturbed, and you will
lose that sense of being suit
ably dressed without which no
woman takes comfort.
Black dress is no longer in
dicative Of mourning in fact,
black is susceptible of as rich
and stylish effects as colors.
1t is the one dress that looks
well on every one.
Fashions change, but the
suitableness and the elegance
of black remain as sure to-day
as ever, and will always con-
tinue as strong as it is even
now.
That black dress is a neces-
sity, is so true that the fact
need hardly be stated.
That it can fill whatever wish
you may have for modesty in
dress, is equally true.
That it is capable Of stylish
elaboration, is true also.
Black is the universal dress,
and no wardrobe is complete
without one or more.
We know the need of our
people in dress goods, and
this season, as never before,
we are prepared to meet all
needs in this all-important part
of your toilet.
This season you can get as
you wish from soc a yard up
to $500.
Elegant HenrjettaS in Silk warp or
all wool, made by the incompatible
Priestley.
Among them one special number
that we have sold for more than twenty
five years. Regular "old standard
qualities" that we will sell this year
25c yard less than ever,
Cancels Hair in larger variety than
ever before known in diagonal, double
diagonals in the prettiest possible re-
suits of the jacquard loom; the figures
ere dainty, and the fleet charming.
Bengalines in all the possibilities of
silk and wool; they will not crush or
grow shiny; they look like Irish Pop
Inns, wiki pretty figures added.
pripstloN,a nav Crews will 10 yatv
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1891-09-16

SECRETARY HENRY G. HESTER of the
New Orleans cotton exchange, has issued
ms record OF the cotton crop of the United
States. The total crop for the wear 18oO-0i
is S,652,597 bales against 1871 1929 last year.