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The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02

The accompanying sketch shows the
Maiden in the torture chamber of Nj
remberg castle. Such a chamber. bv
the way, could easily be built in Chica-
go, SO that the collection might be
viewed with the advantages of appro-
priately lugubrious surroundings. In
the picture tho Maiden is empty-that
is, ready for her victim. Tho condemned
man is placed inside by opening wide
the doors which the artist has shown
slightly ajar. Standing upright his
face fits into the mask ut the top. Then
the doors are closed and clampcd to.
gether. The entire interior is fitted
with sharp iron spikes that arc forced
by the closing doors into various parts
of the victims body. Two of them
enter the eyes, others his back. his
chest, his arms and lcgs-just far
enough to cause excrucinting agony,
but not far enough to reach any vital
organ. The victim cannot stir if he
would, SO firm is tho Maiden's embrace.
lie simply stands there impaled twenty
times over until exhaustion stops tho
sense of pain forever Then the cxecu-
TONERS let fall a trap door beneath the
Naidcn's skirts, the lacerated body
drops from the spikes into the river
flowing beneath and the Maiden is
ready for another.
Cheerful institution, isn't 1t? Terri
bly, good, loyal and pious those old
Bavarians must have been who admin
istered it, They condemned men to the
Maidcn's embrace for plots against the
governing powers, parricide and rcli
gious unbclicf.
But though the Iron Maiden is the
most famous machine of its kind. there
are many others that equal it in inpc-
nulty and adaptability for torture, and
we who count descent from Englishmcn
may shy no stones at the ancient Rava-
rams. Here in England nearly every
form of torture was applied in the good
old days when America was young and
Chicago wild waste that howled not,
and the noble enrl has gathered upward
OF Six hundred different instruments to-
gether under his roof, besides n lnrrcr
number of quaint cpg1avings and paint
lngs, all pertaining to theSame subject.
Everybody has rather distinct notion
of such simple devices as the rack. tho
thumb screw, the wheel, but few of us
have ever seen them. Here are the real
things, every article in the collection
being genuine and many of them show
ing marks of frequent use. Not all of
them are SO horrible as the few noted
above There are, for instance, all
manner OF contrivances, the application
of which would not be physically pain
full. however pride might suffer from
them, for the punishment of scoldine
wives. habitual drunkards, slandcrers.
etc. But most of them involve cruel
suffering, and when it comes to that I
do not think one would find much choice
between the iron maiden. the rack, the
iron horse, in whose belly people were
roasted to death, or the barrel with
spikes protruding inward in which
man might be put and rolled down hill
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
Tinc Is Money.

Col. SIMPSON, who was always asking
people to advance him money, died not
long ago at the age of cighty-six. Two
gentlemen, one of whom had advanced
him money very frequently, were talk
ing about the deceased, when one of
them took occasion to say:
with him the ruling passion wa,
strong in death"
"How SOP"
"Well, you see, he even died at an ad.
vanccd agc."-TcXas Siftings.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
A CHILD'S BARGAIN.
Sho Purchased an Infant Mt a Great Sas
rifice.


rincc.
The following true story is told in the
journal of Emily Shore" 1t illus
trates the truth that if one really de-
slres an article, the most sensible way
Is to purchase it rs soon as an oppor-
tunity occurs.
a little girl near us was one day play
ing before the house, when a woman
appeared and begged few pence. She
had baby in her arms, and the child
was so delighted with the little thing
that she asked the woman if she would
sell it to her.
What will you give for it, niss?"
was the contemplation.
"IIalf-a-crown."
Very we'll" said the woman. Lets
see the money"
1t was produced. and the sale made
The little girl took the baby, carried IT.
upstairs and laid it on her bed. and
after she had fondlcd it enough for
once" scampered away downstairs.
calling to her mother:
Mamma, mamma! I've got q live
doll! always wanted one, and now
I've got it."
The baby was found, and the story
frankly told but though the bcggar
woman was sought all over the town,
no trace of her could be discovered
Meanwhile the baby's little "owner"
begged SO hard that it should be kept.
that the parents yielded, and the living
doll became household blessing.
He that Wilma when he may. shanna
when he wad.
FIDDLERs' dogs end flcas come to
feast uncallcd.
FAIR words break never a bone. foul
wor.,s rlaUv one.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
Highest of all in Leavening u S. Govt Report
lZ a! B Bs,kl1ss'!
ABSOLUTELY PURE


I'VE have callcG," said the chairman
on the subscription committee, Ito solicit
your aid in behalf of the widow of a
poor man who lost his life in the cause
of science"
"Why. certainly" answered Prof.
Pottcrby. exploring his pockets, hero
is 1854, all have at present. BY tho
way, what branch of science did the
gentleman pursue?'
1.-The science of self-defense," an
swcred the chairman, as he poclleted
the money. '"lIe was killed in the ring"
-IndianapOliS Journal
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
The Point of View.

Rev Mr.. Wilgus-It ought to bring
the blush of shame to your check,
brother GotroX, to hear it said las it
often is. and alas! too truthfully,
Brother GotroxD that the poor are the
most charitable.
GotroX-l never looked ut it in that
light. l have noticed though, that
the really charitable usually are poor
indianapolis Journal
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
Johnny knew.

Father of the Family-Irenc, what
brings that young lIankinson here four
or five evenings every weclsP
Miss lrene-Why, papa-I hardly-I-
Johnny Coming to her relief)-I know
what brings him here. A pair of the
slimmest legs n dude ever walked on
Them's the things that brings him.
Chicago Tribune.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
UnintcntiOnnl.

Fond IIusband-It's n shame your
household duties prevent your riding
moro. I'll get housckcepcr
Wife (who considers herself n finan-
cier)-But my dear, can you afford it?
Fond Husband-Oh, yes She would
pay for herself twice over.-Broolslyn
Life
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
DEER PARK AND OAKLAND.
On the Crest Of the Allcghanies,
5000 Feet Above Tidewater.

5000 Feet Above Tidewater.
SEASON OPENS JUNE 90, 1892.
These famous mountain resorts, stu
ated at the summit of the Alleghanies
and directly upon the main line OF the
Baltimore and Ohio railroad, have the
advantage OF it's splendid vestibuled ex-
press train service, both east and west.
and are therefore readily accessible from
all parts of the country. All baltimore
and OHIO trains stop at Deer Park and
Oakland during the season.
Rates, $50, so and S75 month, &C.
cordinS TO location. Communications
should be addressed to GEORGE Fl.
DESlll ELOS, Manager Baltimore and
OHIO Hotels, Cumberland, Md, I'D to
June 10; after that date, either Deer
Park or Oakland, Garrett County, Md.
Tl4,2l, 2S,E6 Al
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
UnfailIng Symptom.

Judging from the dress and general
appearance of that couple that has just
got aboard, it's a case of bride and bride
groom. They are starting on wedding
tour"
"That may be, but they've both been
married before
''How do you know"
Cant you see she's carrying oil the
bundles?'-Chicago Tribune.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
Trottcr's Wish.

"lf I had my choice of hymns in
church would always select number
twelve hundred and forty-seven, with
the first and last stanzas omitted"
Glow many stanzas are there alto
gcthcr?"
"Two."-Judgc.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
SOlicittItle.

IIe-What would You do, love, if
were to fal! into the water and be
drowned?
Shc-Oh. Tom. please don't, you know
| don't 'NnL well IL blacl..-Once Il
Week.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
Asking for Information.

browning, dear" said Mrs. Emer>
son Of Boston to her husband. what's @
cutaneous pastimc?"
"a cutancous pastimc, love? never
heard of such n thing"
"Well, heard two men on the street.
car talking and one of them spoke of
skin game. ".Judge
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
At a rrogressive Eucher PARTY.

Mrs Moses (winner of the prizc)-It's
very pretty pencil, but where can l
get the leads?
Mr.. Levi (thc hostility tear Mrs.
Moses, we have them for sale sheap at
our storc.-Jury.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
NyE LlTHIA SPRINGS,

Elevation, 1880 feet above sea level:
mean temperature, SO degrees. Entire
freedom from all MALARIAI. and febrile
diseases.
Both Lithia and Chalybeate Springs,
acknowledged TO be the finest in the
United States for purity and strength.
Many certificates of cure OF diseases of
stomach, Indigestion, Bright's disease,
dlapetes' RHEUMATISM, gravel, dropsy,
nervousness, insomnia, etc. Fine
hotel accommodations. NYE LYTHIA
SPRINGS co, Wytheville, Va. Waters
on draught at Christian .S Barbee's
drugstore, Roanoke. SIS tu,th.&su, am
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
RcyerSetI.

THE east is as different from the
west as can be-" said the professor.
For instance, on entering holy places
the Oriental removes his shoes. We in
the Occident remove our hats. '-IIar-
pcr'S BaZar
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02

Cnller-Is your mistress in?
Servant-No, ma'am.
Cafler-Whcn will she be imp
Servant couldn't say, ma'am;
don't know when she is going out
Puck.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
MANS INDIGNANTLY.
Illustrated by a Collection Of IN
struments of Torture.

Inventions by Highly Respected Ancestors
Which. AS n Means OF InflIcting Suf-
fering, Would DO Credit 20
SItau Himself.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
SUMMER RESORTS.

POCKBRIDGE ALUM SPRINGS, VA. EN-.
~ dorsed by the Medical Society OF Virginia.
a a. vel as other high medical authorities In the
United States and Europe, arc now opcn
Rates according To location or rooms and
pacity $50
Hailroad through to Springs. Pamphlets to be
had by addressing GEORGE l.. PEYT0N
61S1m
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
Bear Lithia Springs,

This famous resort will open June 1st.
For Dyspepsia. Kidney and Liver Trou-
bles unequalled. For special rates and
particulars address
FRANK j. YATES. Proprietor,
Elkton, Va. . 81 I'm
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-07-02
GREAT SALE.
$1.OO PAN S.

we were fortunate in purchasing IS dozen Mems
and Youths Pants at a loss to New York house.
1t shall be your gain. We shall deal them out 1ono
as they last, at 500 pair. Look in east window
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
Death of Charlie" Hurdle.

Charles H. Hurdle died a little after noon to-
day at Garfield Hospital He was fifty-eight
years old and was for many years one of the
best known men of the class known as sport
ing men" in the city. In the days of the vol
unteer fire department he was prominent as a
fireman, and many stories are related of his
proves on the occasions when rival companies
engaged in hostilites. He had at various times
been saloon keeper. Some years ago he re-
formed and appeared on several occasions at
the so-called ''Dashaway" meetings.
The late Bud Eagleston, under whose ex-
hortation Charlie" Hurdle signed the pledge,
had been in the old times one OF Hurdle close
friends and they had stood side by side in the
Northern Liberties riot. Charles" ex-
perience a teetotaier, however, was not long.
While he seemed to rather prefer to be consid-
cred as of the class known as sports" he
possessed attributes which commanded respect
and admiration. He was regarded as scrupu-
lousy honest and h. was very generous. The
remains will be buried in Mt. Oliyet cemetery.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
Death of Mrs. ". A. Darlington.

Intelligence received yesterday by cablegram
from Brazil announced the death of Mrs. Clara
l. Darlington wife of the Rev. Wilmot A Car
rington of Rio Claro, Brazil. The news was
wholly unexpected. as the latest letters from
Mr.. Darlington were in all respects buoyant
and hopeful.
In August, 1890, the Rev. Mr.. Darlington,
son of Mr.. VIM. Darlington of the War Depart
ment. then recently ordained as a missionary
of the Presbyterian church. was married in
the presence OF a large company at the New
York Avenue Church to Miss Clara l. Emery,
daughter of Commander Geo. Emery of the q.
A. r. Upon the conclusion of the service the
young people started on the long journey to
the scene OF their life work. The first few
months were spent at the city Of Sac Paulo, in
the study Of the language of the country. and
Mr.. Darlington had recently gone to Rio Claro
to take charge of a group of churches having
that point as a center. Mrs. Darlington leaves
behind babe of few months. She will be
mourned by large circle of friends.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
ST. AUGUs1INE's CHURCH.
Result Of tho Visit of Committee to Carti.
nal Gibbons.

nal Gibbons.
The proposition that has been lately preached
OF making St Augustine's Church subsidiary
to st. Matthew'S, instead Of an independent or
ganization as it has always been, has been
received with scant favor by the congrega-
ton of the former church. Yesterday a
committee of the congregation went over to
Baltimore to make a request Of Cardinal Glib
bons that the proposed change be not carried
into effect They returned much encouraged
by the success of their visit and say that
while no definite promises were made by
the cardinal he received them pleasantly and
said that their request would be taken under
favorable consideration, leaving it to be in
ferred that things would be allowed to remain
as they have been and that they would
still have their own pastor and parson-
age adjoining the church. A meeting of the
congregation OF st. Augustine's will be held to-
morrow evening in the basement of the church
to hear the report of the committee and to
consider the situation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
Army Ordera.

The order detailing First Lieut. Francis q.
French, nineteenth infantry, to duty at the
United States Military Academy. West Point.
NY, is revoked First Lieut. wilds p. Rich
ardson, eighth infantry. will report to the
superinten Gent Of the United States Military
Academy, West Point, NY, February 1, for
duty at the academy.
Leave of absence granted Capt. Algernon S.
NJ. Morgan, ordnance storekeeper, is further
extended two months on account Of sickness.
The following transfers in the sixth infan-
try are made: Second Lieut.. Charles Del.
Hine. from company G to company E; Second
Lieut.. William III. Simmons, from company L
to company q.
The following transfers in the first infantry
are made: First Lieut.. Leon s. RouGiez. from
company to company X; First Lieut.. Ev-rett
Z. Benjamin, from company h to company c;
Second Lieut.. William F. Crofton, from COM
pany / to company +.
Leave of absence for one month on surgeons
certificate of disability is granted Second
Lieut.. Alvin H. Sydenham. fifth artillery. The
leave of absence granted Capt Colon Augnr.
second cavalry, Is extended one month. The
leave of absence granted Second Lieut. James
A. Ryan, tenth cavalry, is extended one month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

Commissioner Of immigration Rogers Of
Philadelphia has sent Mrs. Philip Hahn to
Pittsburg, where she claims her husband lives.
having gone there twenty-five years ago. At
that time he had emigrated from Germany,
since which his wife claims that he has been
trying to have her obtain q divorce, promising
her 1900 marks. This she refused and came
over on the Ohio's last trip and was detained
by Mr.. Rogers, who, after communicating with
the inspector ct Pittsburg. learned that her
husband had become . citizen and he straight
way sent her on. She claims that her husband
has married again and will ask him to give her
1900 marks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
Combinations.

The Senate, In executive session, has co.,
firmed the following nominations:
Lewis Dexter of Rhode Island, United States
consul at Fayal, Azores.
Passed Assistant Surgeon II. r. Carter to be
surgeon and C. H. Gardner of Maryland as
sistant surgeon in the marine hospital service
Third Lleuts. S. NJ. Landrey and A. ]. Hem
dersor to be second heutenants, revenue ma
rine.
Postmasters-New York: Harry Bradley.
Dobb's Ferry. Virginia: w. H. Mosley, Bed
ford City;J. H. Mclaughlin, Lynchburg.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
LEGAL NOTICES.
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRIC
OF COLUMBIA.
IL .lrr-.

n THE SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT
L OF COLUMBIA.
The 9th day OF January, 1892.
The Washington Loan and Trust Co. vs. Thomas V.
HaIn'.oni ct al. no. 1895. Eq. Doc. 49,
On motion OF the plaintiff. by Hr. John Is. Larner,
its solicitor, ordered that the Defendants, William
Mccall gnes McCailum and the unknown heirs Of
Andrew icCaIuII. deceased. their appearance
to be entered herein before the FIRST day
currn. forty days after tits day. otherwise the
VIII proceeded W tn d of Ge:auit
Inc object thIS suit declare certain deed in
Tee to part Of lot - il Susan L. Cunningkan's
suLdIy. sion OF lots in square 80, Washington II. c.,
from the said defendant Hammond to sad Andrew Nc
tal.Im. Gecsass:. mortgage, and OF said
proi erty for payment thereon.
salG IoIee to he published once a week for each of
four successive in the Washington Law Reports
and The Lyening STAR and New ork Herald.
BY the court; A. B. HAGNAR Justice. SC.
BY NJ. A. CLANCY. Assistant Clerk
jal2Iaw4w
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

william B. Hall, clerk Of the United States
district court At Richmond, We, died in Rach-
mond Saturday evening.
Dr.. A b Bradbury, prominent physician Of
Huncie, Ill. was killed by . Big Four express
train 1t that place on Saturday.
Ex-0ov. John w. Hall died 81 Froderica.
Del, Saturday night he was governor Of
Delaware from ISIS - 1ooa
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
CHILE YIELDS SOMEWHAT.
She win Withdraw Expressions Disrsspscsfui
90 the Administration

SHE wILLSor ASK roR MINISTER roAS's RECALL
THE VALPARAISO ASSAULT sHr Will srBMrr TO
THE DECISION OF NEUTRAL POWER on TO rHr
sUfREME COURT.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
New York Solid for Hin.

The New York Herald says that Senator Hill
will have . solid delegation to the Chicago con-
vention from New York state. Among tho
many callers on the Senator have been Patrick
Kelly Of st. Paul, who had the proxy at the
national COMMITTEES meeting Of Charles Doran
OF Minnesota; ex-Judge Green, VIM. Pursell of
Rochester, Edward Murphy, Warden Brown Of
Sing Sing, Representative Bourke Cochran,
Lieut. Gov. Sheehan and many local lesdera
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
A Supposed Murder 1t Savannah.

August Meyer, . soda water manufactursr,
was found in his factory at Savannah Sunday
night with his throat cut and skull broken He
is supposed TO have been murdered Three
negroes, all discharged employees, are undR
arrest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

Ceughing LsaAs to C1ssumpeisa.
Xsmp's Balaam win stop Tie eough q once.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26
SHOOTING STARS.
rich soil-the painting that Miss PArvenu
has just completed

-
has just completed.
With care our message let them scan,
Then say they can't refuse;
lis thus they run no risk OF an
Attack Of navy blues
why, Johnny. the cover Of your geography
is all broken"
Teacher did that
Your teacher2 Howl"
with stick"
"When?"
when she was punishin' mo-
Inc man who can sign . large check has
writes that are universally respected.
Inc siush is frozen up once more. but, alas,
this does not apply to the poess
Il say. spoutlet" said Billy Bliven, please
don't recite 'quoth the raven nevermore'
again"
"'why not?"
Because you are getting 70 BE- . raven
maniac"
Many . small boy has felt great deal worse
over feminine hair cut than Samson did.
Il have surprise for you." said Mrs De
Porque to her husband. "weare going to have
homegrown oysters"
why, you amt going TO try to run An oyster
plant, are your
Certainly. The cook says We can have the
whole green house full if we want to-"
said hello" and so did she,
Although her name nee have known,
Yet thus it is she speaks TO me.
The Girl who runs the telanhnna
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

The acquisition Of Poughkeepsis bridgs -
cures the Reading railroad direct rouAs -
Esw England
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I said ''hello." and so did she,
Although her name ne er have known;
Yet thus it is she speaks TO me,
The girl who runs the telephone.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

With care our message let them scan,
Then say they can't refuse;
lis thus they run no risk OF an
Attack Of navy blues
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

Inc man who can sign . large check has
writes that are universally respected.
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FOR SALE-HOUSES.

l}Ol. SALLY DUCkETT 4 FORD.
617 T st. n. ".
s-roo1n brick dwelling on Marion S. NV: hand
some nnisled, e.. OUO easy terms.
otNon AID bath frame. Sth =. bet. q and II n
lot lSxiU6 stable and 2O-ft- alley s3 300
- room and bath brick. 9Th ST. bet. L and NJ me-
to-lNb. fa.si
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

II. O. 0RASTY.
1Slo-l2 ssh st.. bet. Pand % nv.
Double storss-Furnituzs. Carpets, on Cloth. Mat
ting. Shades. China. olasA Ia As
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

Inc siush is frozen up once more. but alas,
this does not apply to the poe,a
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-01-26

Many q small boy has felt great deal worse
over feminine hair cut than Samson did
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". y. eHUSTER 4 Soma
III PA AVE-

II ERvAND. ENGRAvER AND LITHOGRAPHIR.
"A lOC Penn. ave. NV.
Visiting earda printed from Mate IT, ~ 1Oo -
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u say, spoutlet" said Billy Bliven. please
don't recite quoth the raven nevermore'
again"
"Why not2"