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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
HE WAS ALIVE AND KICKING.
a Man Goes to His own Inquest and
Starts n Surprise Party.

Starts n surprise Party.
II is not often that man has the
pleasure of attending his own inquest,
but this is the experience that John
II. Clark. of No. $50 East Forty-sec-
ond street had the other day, says the
New York Tribune. Coroner Hanly.
was about to hold an inquest in the
Coroper's Office on the body of the man
who was found on the Sixth-avenue
elevated road on May 4, mangled be-
yond recognition. and whose clothes
had been identified by Mrs. Clark as
her husbands, and. after impaneling
his jury. had just remarked: well,
gentlemen, we will proceed to inquire
how John III. Clark met his death, p"
when a tall athletic young fellow, with
a happy-looking little woman clinging
to his arm, walked up TO the Coroner
and said: Excuse me, sir, bat / am
not dead. y
WHO are you?" said Coroner Hanly
in great establishment
Il am Johh ii. Clark" replied the
tall young man.
The Coroner turned TO the astounded
jury and witnesses and said:
"Gentlemen, | think it will be best
to postpone this case until the corpse
dies. -
Every body then crowded about the
corpse and congratulated it on being
alive, and it bowed and smiled and
thanked them with a beaming face.
1t seems that when Clark left home
two days before the accident he had
not been successful in finding work at
first and it was only after searching
several days that he secured work in Il
livery stable at It. Lee. He failed to
send word TO his wife. He returned
home a few days after his body was
identified, and his wife was so happy
10 have him back that she forgot all
about sending word to the Coroner and
it was only when she received "a sum-
mons TO appear at the inquest and fill
the part of bereaved widow that she
remembered that she should have told
some one else besides the neighbors.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
The Nan who Went To- bed.

A little story was related at the
navy-yard the other day which con-
Germs Rear-Admiral Thomas o. Self
ridge retired. who is visiting his son,
Capt. Thomas q. Selfridge, the COM
mandment OF the navy-yard. Some
years ago the admiral, who is the old
est living United States naval officer,
being over 90 years of age, was din
ming at Delmonicos. in New York,
with a distinguished company, among
whom were ex-President Grant, Gar
field, and Arthur. Gems. Sherman and
Sheridan. At 10 O'clock. when the
festivities were at their height the old
admiral arose from the table and
called for his hat and coat. All were
surprised at his action and asked for
an explanation. He replied that he
never permitted enjoyment to interfere
with his health, and that 10 o'clock
was good time for him 20 retire. All
present laughed heartily, chaifed him
little, and begged him TO remain.
He could not however, be coaxed TO
remain. After bidding them "good
night he added, Early 10 bed and
sound sleep tend to longevity and I'm
going TO prove it to you all" All, ex-
cept the admiral. who were present at
the banquet that evening have passed
away. The admiral has kept his
word.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
FRESHLY GATHERED.

The police statistics show that 1870, 600
persons are dependent upon charity for
subsistence in Naples.
There are some curious names among
the mountaineers OF Botetourt county,
Va, for instance, Honeybuses, Clapsaddle
and Fireball
The largest reservoir or artificial lake
in the world is the great tank Of Dhebar,
which covers an area OF twenty-one
square miles.
An English bishop has been confined to
an insane asylum. He preached so oddly
that attention was attracted and he was
found to be mentally unbalanced.
A queer old man in San Francisco, al
though he has tho whole of rickety ten
ement TO himself, habitually sleeps in an
old Saratoga trunk four feet long
Judge John +. Kerr of the district
court of Paterson N. j., is TO decide
whether cat has any commercial value,
one having been shot while stealing
chickens.
Miss Louise Renner, of Wise, Isabella
county, Mich, went into the woods with
her father last winter and with an AK and
saw helped her father earn Sl25. She has
also bureau made entirely by herself.
Three cities are TO hold tho ashes of
Nine. Blaravsky. Tho theosophical con-
vention has resolved to div ide her ashes
! into three parts and to deposit one por-
ton at Madras another i'll London, and
the third in New York
BY means of powerful jet OF COM
pressed air e. German military engineer
drives dry cement down into the sand or
mud at the bottom Of stream, so that
the water Immediately fixes the cement
and it becomes like solid rock suitable
for foundations.
The largest fig orchard in the world is
expected to be one that will be planted in
Pomona valley, Cal Over 700 acres will
be planted or 20, 600 trees. The project
ors believe they can produce figs equal to
the best Smyrna varieties. The trees will
be imported from Syria.
The following card in the Billvile, Ga. ,
Banner hints Mt troubles not wholly UNI
precedented among rural editors We are
besieged 10y poets, philosophers and states
men, who are in search of places on our
staff To all we would say that we are
cbock full and they must continue TO tell
us how TO run the paper from distance.
This shows, however, that the Banner is
popular Everybody in our employ &C.
cupies a high position. for the sheriff
levies on us once week, and we do most
of the type setting on the roof
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

near the dry kiln No one disturbed
the egg. and the other morning ono OF
the workman who happened 10 bc en-.
gagged near by discovered that the egg
seemed TO be animated and watched
the proceedings ios a few minutes
when. TO his Amusement pretty lit
tie black chick stepped out OF the
shell and took in the surroundings as
naturally a, IL it had been under obi
cations to some motherly fowl for
bringing it into existence after the
most approved fashion.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
The Trick the Clock PLAYED.

Inc clock in a workshop OF hard
ware store in Lewiston, Me-, stopped
at u o'clock one night. At nine
o'clock in the forenoon one OF the work
men, who had had light breakfast
and was hungry looked at the clock
and saw, TO his delight that the hour
and the minute hands pointed TO u.
Thinking it noon, he washed up, put
on his coat and started out for dinner
without word to anyone. The rest
can be guessed. He reached home
just three hours before the dinner was
ready, and sorrowfully and slowly ke
walked back to the shop.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
Its Excellent Qualities.

Commend TO public approval the CAL
ifornia liquid fruit remedy syrup OF Figs.
1t is pleasing to the eye. and to the taste
and by gently acting on the kidneys. liver
and bowels, it cleanses the system effect
ually, thereby promoting the health and
comfort OF all who use it.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

The only one ever printed. Can you find the
word. Each week, different inch display is
published in this paper. There are no two
words alike in either adj, except One word.
This word will toe found in the ad for Dr.
Harter's Iron To'lic, Little Liver Pills and
Wild Cherry Blttcrs. Look for Crescent
trade mark. Read the adj carefully and when
you find the word, send it to them and they
will return You book beautiful Autographs
and sample free.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
INTERESTING PEOPLE.

The late ex-Gov. Paul Dillingham;, OF
Vermont, always used the appendage of
CIR" to his name, though almost ninety
one years old.
The Golden prize of $500 offered for the
best economic essay in England this year
was carried or by woman. Miss Victor
inc Jeans of Manchester
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

when Baby was sick, we gave her castoria,
when she was a Child. she cried for Castoria,
when che became Miss she chung to Castoria,
When she had Children she gave them CastoriA
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
a Queer Incubator.

ii. w. Mabry, of Green Cove Fla.
says that recently a stray hen, Tor the
time sojourning on the premises OF
Blain Brothers car works. laid an egg
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Ask your siorekeeper for our Fruit Jar
Opener. Don't see how you get along with
out it. fine don't keep it send 10 cents
postage aud get one free.
kIRwAN & TYLER, Baltimore. Nd.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
Celebrated Wine Product OF New Jersey

The best wine in the country is Speer's Port
Grape Wine, which has become celebrated
product Of New jersey. This wine and his
brandy are used by physicians everywhere, who
rely upon them as the purest To be had.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

JITS.-AN tits stopped free ~ Di., ~LlNt'SGAfAI
Nerve RcstOrer. No Fitaiter t!rstday Suse. Mar
gellous Treatise and 100 trial ~otte free to
BIT cases. Send TO DR. Kline.@ Arch 81, Phila., Pa
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
Sdyed
the life that is fighting agaihs

the life that is fighting against
Consumption.
Only-act promptly.
Put it off, and nothing can save
you. But, if taken in time, DIR.
Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery
will certainly cure.
1t must be done through the
blood - and the Discovery is
the most potent blood cleanser,
strength restorcr, and flesh builder
that's known TO medical science.
The scrofulous affection of the
lungs that's called Consumption,
and every form of Scrofula and
blood-taints, all yield to it. For
Weak Lungs, Splitting of Blood,
Bronchitis, Asthma, and all severe,
lingering Coughs, it's an unequalcd
remedy. It's the only one that's
guaranteed. If it doesn't benefit
or cure, in every case, you have
your money back,
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

In Chile six new Cabinets on an average
are formed every year.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

eve promise to cure your Ca
tarrh, perfectly and permanently,
no matter how bad your case or
of how long standing or well
pay you $500" That's what the
proprietors of DR.. Sagc's Catarrh
Remedy say to every sufferer from
Catarrh. And they mean it.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Only one person in thousand dies of old
age.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

You Can secure Good Business Position
by learning bookkeeping arithmetic. writing short
hand, etc, 10y mail Bryants College, Buffalo, n. Y.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

The very finest brand OF Havana cigars
fetches $500 thousand IN Paris.
The real use of all knowledge is this, that
we should dedicate the reason given To us
by God 10 the use and advantage OF man.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
Can Iou Find the Words

The earnings OF the average practicing
arrister do not exceed $500 year
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

''E'' is the most frequently used letter In
the alphabet; then comes II.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

The finger grow between one and a
half and two inches in length yearly.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Majors Cement Repairs Broken Articles
I5c and &c. Majors Best Liquid Glue loo
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

The onion originally came from Egypt.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

In England the average weight Of a tram
Is "a tons, of al omnibus only tons.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

II will be found that many ~ tho songs
sung in heaven were written on earth.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

There are twenty three acres OF land to
every inhabitant Of the globe
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

'Iinnson's Magic Corn ~aivc."
Warranted to cure, or money refunded. Asl
your druggist for N. Price - ceufe
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

HALLS CATARRH CURE is liquid and Is
taken internally. Sold by Druggists. s3c.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Only % per cent. Of the murders COM
mitted yearly are ever found out
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Louis XVII Of France never actually
reigned.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Geo. Gates, Corinth, Miss. writes:
81 consider your August Flower the
best remedy in the world for Dys-
pepsia. was almost dead with
that disease, but used several bottles
of August Flower, and now con-
slider myself we'll man. l sincerely
recommend this medicine to suffer
ing humanity the world over" %
G. G. GREEN, Sole Manufacturer,
Woodbury.. New Jersey. U. S. A.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

c. A. Darlington, Engineer and
General Smith, Sydney, Australia,
writes: August Flower has effected
complete cure in my case. 1t act
ed like a miracle.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Mrs. Winslow's soothing syrup, for Chill
dTen tecthing. softens tho gums, reduces inaamma-
tion allays pain. cures wind collie. &c. bottle.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

Ed. Bergeron, General Dealer,
Lauzon, Lewis, Quebec, writes: Il
have used August Flower with the
best possible results for Dyspepsia. "
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21

dog sound teeth. sweet breath, glossy coat regular
habit. Grocers have them. Pamphlet canine dis
easOs free from spratts Patent New York City.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
August
Flower
For Dyspepsia.

FOR Dyspepsia.
A. Bellanger, Propr., Stove Foun-
dry, Montagny, Quebec, writes: II
have used August Flower for Dys-
pepsia. 1t gave me great relief. I
recommend it to all Dyspeptics as
very good remedy"
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1891-08-21
# sG %l eyed. T nsa Thompson's Eye WafeY

AGENTS. make 100 Pfa CENT pront, On my Corses-,
Hu6Ut ~ Belts, Brushes, Curriers' & medic Sam
Nples FREE Write now. DR.. Bridgman, So B'way, NY
, 1891-05-06
Denver News

50 aHAWH
The movement OF cattle from along the
line OF the Santa Fe in New Mexico and
Arizona has commenced and the first
train load bound for the Montana pastures
viii arrive in Desver today or tomorrow.
The movement will then be fully inauV.
urated. The irt shipment the Santa Fe
will tackle will be 10000 head belonging
to j. NJ. Holt at Wilcox, Ariz, These
will be shipped to Wendover, Wyo., and
from thence driven to the grazing grounds
in Montana. To move the bunch OF cat
tie will require over 400 cars. 1t will cost
more than $50, 900 to ship them. The
Santa Fe expects to handle several hun,
dren thousand head this season. In add,
ton to those sent to Montana many stock
men will ship to Kansas and Nebraska,
where the cattle will Craze until tall aud
then be corn fed.
, 1891-05-06

Some time ago a soldier stole a watch
from one of his comrades and was tried
and sentenced to one year in the military
prison at %I.eavenworth, Kan. Yesterday
the prisoner was working about the cor
rails at.Fort Russell under guard, and sue
ceeded in getting away. The sentry fred
three shots at him. one of which struck
one of Jack Murray's transfer wagons
which was passing at the time with a load
of stone. The driver OF the wagon
thought the sentry was taking a shot at
at him, so slid off the wagon and got be,
hind the mules for protection.
The escaped prisoner was a good run.
Ger and made off toward the west. Some
OF the infantry we're mounted on mules
aud horses and sent after him, but he has
SO far escaped detection.
, 1891-05-06

John Chase likes a Joke even if he has
to work it on himself. A travelling man
came to the desk the other day to settle
his bill and asked How much?' Chase
said: $3.50 cold "How's thbt?" said
the drummer, 81 missed one meal; l cant
pay for two. l missed lunch. oh,
ali" said Chase, IF that's the case you
didn't miss a meal because we never have
anything to cat tor lunch"
He was a Chicago drummer with nerve
which would do to exhibit at the world's
fair, but he weakened at this and paid
his bill, saying: Come have something
on me"
, 1891-05-06

OF the company appearing at the opera
house tonight, the New York World
SAYS: George Thatcher's minstrel com
pany commenced a weeks engagement at
the Grand Opera House last evening and
gave an exceedingly bright entertain
ment. The FIRST part, in which many of
the features of old-time minstrelsy are
preserved, was one of the best OF the kind
seen in a long time. The solo singing
particularly was excellent The songs of
Messrs. Moore, Jose and Fullman were
heartily encored. George Thatcher was
the same merry-maker with which the
lovers of minstrelsy in this city have been
acquainted with years, and Burt Shepard,
an old iavori'e. received a warm welcome.
The finale of the first part was somewhat
of a departure from the usual run, and
made the house roar with laughter. The
specially acts of Wood and Shepard,
Frank La Mondue and George Thatcher
were amusing. Thatchcr's mius,rels is
an excellent organization, and gives a
first class performance"
, 1891-05-06
STATE NEWS.
Casper Derrick

Indian red mineral paint is the latest
discovery on Casper mountain, John p
Bryan end Geo. Murray locators. 1t is
found in a red hematite formation, soft
enough to grind easily. 1t pulverizes
readily in a mortar, into 4 very fine pow
der. Several experts have pronounced i:
a superior quality Of Indian red mineral
point. It is unquestionably a valuable
find, and Casper mountain paint will no
doubt become famous.
The Niobrara Stage and Transportation
company at Casper received word the
frst Of the week to hold itself in readiness
to haul a stamp mill for mining purposes,
to the Miners Delight vicinity. 1t is be-
ing put in By Boston capitalists. There
will no doubt be great activity in the
Miners Delight vicinity this season.
, 1891-05-06
A LIVELY SCHOOL MEETING.
An Attempt TO Dust the Treasurer--
No Money Tor TeacheTs.
snerIal C~orresponlence.

Special IuTTeIUOnuguEe-
DIAMOND A RANCH, Nav 4-Tbe
annual school meeting was held here to.
dsy. Long beioretbe meeting was called
10 order teams and vehicles could be seen
coming from all directions and about one
hundred persons were present Quite A
number had proyided themselves with
lunches and came prcpared TO stay If
NECESSARY, but thanks to our host Mr..
Geo. Stephens, proprietor, who had pre-
pared abuDdautly for all in the way Of
pork and beans-all were -uppied album
dainty.
About 3 n. IN. the meeting was called
to order by the electors and j. J. Haup
hof was elected to preside at the meeting
owing to the absence OF Mr.. Scott the
regular chairman Of the board. The
clerk Of the board owing to an error on
his part had made the call for Saturday
May ., which was changed by one OF the
board a few days previous, to May 4.
Finding no one there on the first date he
deposited his books aud papers all done
up in a gunny sack at the pace Of meet
ing Not being present at the meeting
nominations we're made for clerk, there
being several candidates, a ballot was taken
which resulted in the election of j. F.
Rocho.
Mrs. Laughlir, chairman, called the
meeting to order and the report of the
treasurer was called for. He made a YER
bal report. stating that he had received
81 ,64l and and expended $1,000. This
being rather unsatisfactory it was voted
that a committee should be appointed and
investigate the books Of the treasurer
and clerk. IL was moved and seconded
that the Office of treasurer be declared
vacant and a director be elected to fill the
vacancy owing to the treasurer. elect not
having aualifed a. T. giving the proper
bonds. This resulted, twenty four votes
for and twenty-five against
Nominations were made to elect the
regular trustee. Messrs. Miller. Moran
and Rocho we're nominated. Mr.. Miller
was elected unanimously on motion of Mr..
Rocho. The bills of Miss Hauphoff and
Mrs. Roche for services performed were
presented but failed to carry, owing to a
factional fight which. no doubt, Will end
in a legal fight al the expense Of the dis
trict as it was clearly shown that the
teachers performed their duty faithfully
aud satisfactory to the patrons Of the
schools and are entitled TO their pay.
The meeting was proceeded with after
the chairman used every means in his
power to restore order and finally sue
ceeded. The question was asked what
the board had done to strengthen out the
affairs Of the district Mr.. Walker re-
, 1891-05-06
CONVOY KILLED.
John Harris Shot at Budalo While
Looking Up StoIen Cattle.

A telegram was received yesterday at
Laramie announcing the killing of John
Harris, of Laramie, at Buffalo, Wyo.
No definite particulars were received. but
the theory is that he was killed by cattle
thieves. Harris was sent TO Buffalo with
several others by a cattle syndicate to
look for some cattle which were stolen
from near Laramie aud supposed to have
either been driven up north or INTO
Nebraska.
Tie was probably killed by the cattle
thieves, but the telegram did not state,
simply saying he was shot aud instantly
killed. Mr., Harris is the son of Engineer
}. w. Harris, OF Laramie, and for some
time was a fireman on the Union Pacific
and a member Of the Brotherhood of
Firemen.
His father telcgraphed to Baffalo to
have TIE remains embalmed and then
shipped home by way of Douglas, and
they will probably arrive here Saturday
afternoon.
, 1891-05-06

THE persecution Of Chief Warlaumont
is OF a piece with the petty spirit dis
played by the Republican majority in tho
city council He has been marked for
humiliation and the couucilmanic clique
appear determined to follow out their
plans even though this course should
result in the DISCRIMINATION of the depart
ment, They will find that so far as Mr..
Warlaumount is concerned they have
undertaken a contract OF huge proportions,
tire completion Of which is by no means
within hailing distance.
, 1891-05-06
JUDGGNG from the following article in

JUDGTNG from the following article in
Yesterdays Denver N7es the proposed
pipe line is assuming tangible shape.
The Wyoming aud Denver Oil and Pipe
company will, no doubt soon begin to
push its project of connecting this city
with the oil districts of the neW state on
the north. Mr.. ARGers, the c~ompany's
manager. has returned from Europe and
is ready to 20 ahead with the important
work. He has petitioned the ArapaLoe
county commissioners for the right of way
through the county to the city, and the
matter is now under consideration by those
officials.
1T seems at present as if Wyoming
petroleum will be brought to Denver be-
fore that of the oil regions Of Colorado.
Oh is proving to be an important factor in
manufacturing interests ana its usefulness
is becoming more apparent every day.
Arriving at a time when the manufactur
ing plants are being so RAPIDLY multiplied,
a vast consumption is almost guaranteed
in advance"
, 1891-05-06

Special Dispatch 10 The Leader.
BUFFALO, Wyo., May 5.-Jack Har.
us, a cowboy in the employ of the II
cattle outfit, was shot through the brain
by one of two drunken companions yes
terday afternoon near Buffalo while on
their way to the roundup The shooting
is believed to have been accidental. Har.
rs Is the sou OF a well-known engineer Of
Laramie.
, 1891-05-06

The benefit lecture delivered by Rev.
MIR. Lamkin at the Knights of Py thias
hall last evening was a pleasant success.
The instrumental duet of the Misses Ada
and Maud Johnston and the singing by
the Misses Glllum, Hunter aud Crook
and Mrs. Pratt were ever bitter than
usual. Miss lveua Baker played the &C
compartments.
The subject OF the lecture was, Laugh
ing Gas, or the Value OF Laughter. The
audience were kent in a pleasant frame
Of mind throughout the address.
, 1891-05-06

Late arrivals from Merino state that
the work Of laying iron on the Buffelo
extension OF the Burlington & Missouri
began Yesterday evening. The grade to
the Belle Fourche will be ironsd at once.
The news is also given that Kilparnck
Bios. have sent out 300 teams ami men
to continue work on the grade in the
Donkey creek country.
Some of our Black Hills exchanges
are getting some what mixed up" on the
location OF the new mining camp. Gold
Hill. Ono paper describes il as near
lnyan Kara, in the Skull creek region.