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The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25

There was a group Of business men
who had met at their club and were dis
cussing some of the serious ana meta
physical questions Of the day. One Of
them was a middle aged man with a
thoughtful visage and iron gray hair
He heard the others specializing o.
transcendental theories with close atten-
ton, and finally remarked:
Il had a strange dream last night-a
very strange dream. Il you promise
not to laugh at me / will relate it. A. a
general thing do not believe in dreams
but this was very couviucirg-very
Let us hear it" said his friends
unanimously; dreams often mean lore
than we can understand"
The dreamer stroked his chin thought
fully, and finally began ii the manner Of
a man who does not expect to be be-
lieved.
ut was impressed on me very
strongly" he SAID, at the time, for !
had been annoyed that very day by hav-
ing mislaid some tickets, and suppose
carried the annoyance with me i'll my
sleep, for | dreamed that ! was looking
for them and found them in a certain
place in my desk. where was in the
habit of keeping such things safely laid
away in an envelope. 1t was so real 10
me that / could hardly believe it a
dream. Now comes the strange part.
AS soon as l was fully awake | went to
my desk. and there was the envelope
He paused moment, aud some one
breathlessly suggested:
And you found the tickets?
mo; there wasn't blamed thing in
it. "-Detroit Free Press.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25
Dickens p,dn.: Like It.

When Charles Dickens was in Washing
ton he met one morning on the steps Of the
Capitol young congressman from Ten
nessee whom the great novelist had offend
ed by his boorishness. That morning
Dickens was in great good humJr and full
of talk. II have" said he, found an al
most exact counterpart of Little Nell"
Little Nell who?' quericd tue Tennes-
seean.
Dickens looked hi'a over from head to
foot and from foot % bead before he snorted
out, My Little Nell"
oh" said the Tcunesseean. II didn't
know you had your daughter with you"
Il am speaking of the Little Nell of my
fiction, sir, retorted Dickens. flushing.
oh" said the imperturbable Tennes-
seean, you write novels, do you? Don't
you consider that rather trifling occug
ton for a grown up MANI
Dickens suorted like a quarter horse and
hurried down the ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25

Eight-year-old Maddie had had birth
day, and was telling Aunt Emma about
it. II had birthday cake with frost
ing and with eight little candles on it
one for every year, you know
THAT was nice" said Aunt Emma.
Il am going to have birthday Mad
die. Don't you think | ought to have a
cake with candles on it,
why, you oouldn't!~ said Maddie,
looking up with surprise Aunt Emma
was as old as Maddie's mamma 'You
couldn't have the candles, Aunt Emma
not one for every year. you know.
There wouldn't be room ON the cake. -
Youths Companion.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25
Almost a Hint.

'It's a beautiful day for a walk" she
said, looking out of the window.
Indeed it is, he said, doing likewise.
Would you like to take a walk2" she
continued.
Above all things"
Then why don't ou?'-ESchange.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25
Drawing the Line.

at breakfast?''
Il just couldn't help it. l felt as if
must scold at somebody or burst. Just
physical irritability, you know-and then
everything went wrong. Breakfast was
late, the steak burned. the coffee thin and
the cakes heavy"
Then why didn't you scold the cooks'
"Oh, couldn't. She'd leave. Life.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25

william, said shescvcrcly, how many
more times are you going to ask me to
marry you?"
Clara" said he, Il cast answer that
question, but ! think II! lot bother you
much longer. One Of the other three girls
Pm proposing TO shows signs of weaken
ng."-TeXas Siftings.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25
Old Acquaintances.

First Amateur Sportsman Who was
that old peasant who greeted you in so
friendly a manner just now:
Second Ditto-Ha. la! An old friend Of
mine l shot him three times last year
Overwhelming.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25

First Rival (sadlyJ-WelI, old man, I
suppose must congratulatey You. She has
declined me.
Second Rival mournfully)-Why, she
also refused me last night. 1t must be
Brown.
Both-Let's go and lick him.-New York
Herald.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25

Fastboy-l knew that Flying Scud
would win that race
SlowbOy-Then | suppose you are rich
this morning.
FastbOy-No; put my money on
another horse.-Chicago News Record.
The Columbia herald. [volume] (Columbia, Tenn.) 18??-1935, 1892-10-25

There are said to be l,l4e patent rem
edies for cholera in the list at the United
itates patent Office.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

Syrup %

Here is something from Mr.. Frank
A. Hale, proprietor of the De Witt
House, Lewiston, and the Tontine
Hotel, Brunswick, Me. Hotel men
meet the world as it comes and goes,
and are not slow in sizing people
and things up for what they are
worth. He says that he has lost
father and several brothers and sis
tiers from Pulmonary Consumption,
and is himself frequently troubled
with colds, and he
Hereditary often coughs enough
to make him sick at
Consumptionhis stomach. When
ever he has taken
cold Of this kind he uses Boschee's
German Syrup, and it cures him
every time. Here is a man who
knows the full danger of lung trou-
bles, and would therefore be most
particular as to the medicine he used.
What is his opinion Listen q
use nothing but Boschee's German
Syrup, and have advised, l presume,
more than a hundred different per-
sons to take it. They cgree with
me that it is the best cough syrup
in the market" q
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

1t is q singular fact that most women
play thsir cards best when they allow
their partners to hold their hands.
find that ysur wife was made up muchl"
Fapgs: Eyes; even her heart was false T"
There are stated to be 847 women black
smit' in England, who swing heavy ham
merS, and nearly 10, 900 employed in nail
making.
Lady, TO her maid: Haven't you ut
last found the flowers which you have to
put in my hairi'' Maid: "oh yes, maam,
but now can't find the hair"
Hostess: What, going already, profess
sorl And must you take your dear wife
away with youl' Professor: Indeed,
madam, l am sorry to say l must"
Men are seldom moderated; the mer-
curry in a man finds its true level in the
eyes of the world just as certainly Is IL
does in the glass OF a Thermometer.
A man need to care for no more knowl
edge than to know himself; no more pleas
urs than 10 content himself; no more VIC
tory than to overcome himself; no moro
riches than TO enjoy himself
Intention Is a word that we must pause
to examine. 1t is more like aiming than
anything else we can think Of If we aim
ut mark We intend to lift it. A good in
tsntion aims to reach duty.
Gus de Smith; "The young ladies Of
the present day are no good They cans
be relied on" Kosciusko Murphy: What
makes you think sol" Gus dc Smith; III
am engaged to three young ladies, and
they all 1irt with other men.
Mamma, why did you tell Mrs. La.
mode that am only is when am really
74p Gay widow: because IS IL six
years under "a, my dear" Daughter
Eyes, know; but surely dont need the
benefit Of those six years at ny age, do
Ir Gay wiAsw: met At al, my child ;
but Do"
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

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 efectually, 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 tho 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.
LowSNRlE. Ky. NEW roRK NJ
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

One of two things has TO happen.
You're cured of Catarrh, or you're
paid $500 cash. That's what is
promised by the proprietors of DIR.
Sage's Catarrh Remedy. BY its
mild, soothing, cleansing, and heal
ing properties, it cures tho worst
cases.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15
The Only One Ever PrInted--Can Won
Find the word.

There is 3-inch display advertisements
in this paper this week which has no two
words alike except one word. The same
is true of each new one appearing each
week, from the DR.. Harter Medicine Co.
This house places a Crescent" on every
thing they make and publish. Look for It.
send them the name of the word, and they
will return you Book, BEAUTIFUL LITHo-
GRAPHS OR SAMPLES FREE.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15


Please inform your readers that have n positive
remedy for the thousand and one Ills which arise from
deranged female organs. shall be glad to send two
bottles my remedy FREE 70 any lady II they Wills
their Express and Il. o. address, Yours Respectfully
DIR. j. u. MARCHISI. 6UO Genesee ST.. UTICA, n. Y.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

When Baby was sick. We gave her castoriA
When she was Child, she cried for CastoriA,
When she became Miss, she chung to Cas.oriA
"hea Ahs AAo Sn-laFen shs gave thotn SNsorA
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

The road to ruin is broad, but its entrance
Is generally through the side door.
Concealed griofs are the most consuming,
az secret maladies are the most fatal.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

The work OF IS days will su pport famil
for one year in Madagascar.
Versailles Mo-, claims a vein OF coal so
feet thick, the thickest vein on earth.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15
China has 81 American merchants.

President Harrison cause for alarm,
In the tidal wave this year has seen
He knows from experience nothing can harm
The man who believes In COaiine.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

For Coughs and Throat Disorders
use BROWNS BRONCHIAL TRoCHEs. Have
never changed my mind respecting them,
except think better OF that which, began
by thinking well Of."-Rev Henry Ward
Beecher. sold only in boxes.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

Pittsburs printers have Won over 30
offices. The strike HAS coss the men
$40, oao.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

BEEcHAMs Pills cost only IS cents box.
They are proverbially known throughout
the world TO be "worth guinea a box"
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

TO DO agreeable in society it is necessary
not TO see and not to remember many
things.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15
Female weakues Positive Cure.

Observation step ladders are used by the
Belgian army.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

This GREAT COUGH CURE, this success,
full CONSUMPTION CURE is sold by drug.
gists on positive guarantee, test that no othei
Cure can stand successfully. If you have 2
COUGH, HOARSENESS or LA GRIPPE, il
will cure you promptly. II your child has the
GROUP or WHOOPING cough, use il
quickly and relief is sure. If you fear CON.
SUMPTION, don'twait until your case is hope.
less, but take this Cure at once aud receive i'm
mediate help. Large bottles, soc. and $I.oo.
your druggist for SHILOH'S CURE. II youi
lungs are sore or back lame, use Shiloh's Por.
Gus PIasters. Price, 25c.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1892-01-15

Its an S1lsittt
to your intelligence, but some un-
scrupulous dealers try it. For in
stance you're suffering from some
Skin, Scalp or Scrofulous affection,
or are feeling "run down" and
used-up." There's torpid liver,
impure blood, and all that may come
from it. You've decided, wisely,
that DR.. Pierce's Golden Medical
Discovery is the medicine to help
you. You know that it's guarcaa-
teed to DO so, as no other blood
purifier is.
If it doesn't benefit or cure, you
get your money back.
But what is best for you to take
isn't always best for the dealer
to sell He offers something else
that's "just as good" Is it likely?
If the makers of a medicine can't
trust it, can your
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20
AT THE TRACK.
The Horses which Started To-day on the
Fast Track.


Fast Track.
Up to the opening OF the races but a
a small number were present owing to
numerous attractions upon other parts OF
the grounds, but at leo o'clock the
crowd had increased and the second day
OF the fair was successfully under way.
After several concerts by Colts Armory
Band of Hartford, Conn. The 2:27 class
was started ll:l5 o'clock. After numer-
Gus scoring the horses were started, there
being eight starters, Almont Maid, ch. m..
j. w. Howe, Clinton, Mass, having the
pole with Dora Thorne ahead, being
passed at the quarter by Clayoa at the
half. The race was exciting, Addie Lee
being second at the half. Stanford third,
coming up the hack stretch; Clayola
forged ahead, winning the first heat in
2:2l the quarter being :354, the half
being 1:lll1, ferrigan winning second
and Almont Maid third.
The 2:23 class was started Immediately
after the first heat in the 2:27 class. with
ten starters, Archie Is. at the pole. The
first heat was very exciting. Prince for
ing ahead ana still lead at the quarter,
but IL was neck and neck at the half and
three-quarter marx. This race was the
most exciting that mas yet been run upon
the track.
Otis Shaw won the heat In 2:192l, the
quarter being made in IS and the half In
1:1ll1. Archie Il came in "A close second
anu Prince third. The time was the fast
est yet made upon the track.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20
YESTERDAYS ABRUPT ARRIVAL.

mouth OF the spectator tolwater in de-
lightful anticipation. AS for pprsnips,
the display made by ID. NJ. Potter is uu-
excellcd. the long, tapering vegetables
being exhibited in tho richest profusion.
Mrs. Agnes Tanner has an exceedingly
fine display OF sweet corn, and George
w. Ralph leads in a very good display of
beets. The red onions shown by George
Dorrance are at once of fine growth and
beauty, and the specimens OF the Hub
bard squash exhibited by Benjamin W,
Burlingame surpasses the most sanguine
expec tations of the spectator. Numerous
varilies OF the popular caulifiower, the
exhibit of George w. Ralph, grace one of
the tables and are greatly admired.
Along one side of the hall is ranged a
table bearing heavy burden OF those
necessities of life, potatoes. II. G.. Frank
lin, Il. A. Salisbury, w. II. Patt and II.
IL. Franklin are the largest exhibitors
and show all the different kinds and vari-
eties from the Early Rose up. Mrs. G.
Ragnet has one of the finest displays of
tomatoes and is followed closely by Mrs
James Il. Healey who mas a good showing
In separate room Is the display. Of
butter, cheese and dairy products. The
south County Creamery has the largest
showing in this department., the bright
golden hue OF the outer rivaling the sun
beams in brilliancy. A large glass case
containing choice specimens of butter
moulded In fancy shapes stands pre-emi-
nent in this room and is continually sur
rounded bv eager spectators.
Mrs. {. IL. Saunders and Mrs. Ira Wind
sor display choice specimens of the edible
cheese, and Mrs. Alden Round has a very
goou showing OF sage cheese.
The exhibition of honey by Mrs. Lackey
was especially interesting
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20
Among the Horsemen.

At the stables to-day the principal at
traction for he sporting men is to catch
a glimpse of Hal Pointer, Belle Hamlin,
and other fast horses. Harry G. owned
by Is. McCusker, Is a subject of much ar
gument among the residents Of the west
ern part OF the State.
Robert j. who won race Mt Buffalo,
New York. together with Nightingale,
AJAX, Heir Law, 2:20A, Midnight
Chimes. 2:iGL, Honest George. Casey
and Prince Royal are In the best or con-
dition.
The NEWS reporter interviewed n mum
ber of the successful drivers in Yesterday 3
races. and all agreed that the track was
much better than in previous years aud
and that II Is also undoubtedly one of the
best on the circuit.
Intense excitement is being manifested
over the "triplc team race" to beat the
record of 2:l4. which Is TO occur on Friday
afternoon, and IL is prophesied that the
spectacle of Belle Hamlin, Globe aud
Honest George together will draw more
persons to the grounds than any other
attraction.
The old-fashion racing gigs are now a
thing of the past, and no driver considers
that he is in IL at all unless he has one or
more OF the new pneumatic bicycle sulkies
for his use.
At the stables occupied by Fred Pierce.
Henry Bruce, ownei by John III. Coli ing
wood Of Hills Grove, is located and will
trot trial mile for record to-
morrow; also, Stamford, bay stallion,
record 2:a61S; Red Mack, 2:27sI, who
lowered her best record on the track yes
terdav.
AT the stables OF Jimmie Golden were
noticed Pansy Blossom, record 2:25, who
is entered in the $40 stake race.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20
MORE ABOUT EXHIBITS.

Ano sockanosset school and Misccilan.
eous Department.
The exhibition of the industrial depart
ment Of Sockanosset school is very fine.
The boys show wonderful skill in their
wood work, saving, etc.. and in the
manufacture Of tools, of which there is a
fine line. The display of printing is also
good, and the boys show some clothing
made in their own tailor shop.
Forge hammers made by a 13-ycar old
boy are among the other articles, and all
the work shows such skill aud training
as to reflect great credit on the manage
ment OF the school.
The boys work Is quite extensive and
shows up well. Among the articles is an
electric motor made by a boy Is years oil.
The knife work is excellent, including
some by bov IL years old. Drawing.
printing, a collection OF stamps and a
hook and ladder in miniature were to be
seen.
The miscellaneous display includes
among its most noticeable features, fino
needle work, beautiful silk worked
lamp shade, painted boxes, n crocheted
tidy of white silk, toilet mats. inlaid
placques, "a rope basket lined with white
silk. outlining work, sofa pillows, one Of
which was made of cigar ribbons, leather
work. The display in all these lines are
very hne.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20

display of brahmas by Allen N. Hoxsie,
Liberty, II. l.; dark brahmas by William
III. Concdon, Oak Lawn, r. l.; white
brahmas by Herbert w. Mowry, Oak
Lawn, r. l.; white brahmas and cochins
Ii. l.; Hamburgs and dorkings by
II. A. Jones of Wore ster: liqht
Brahmas, from X. /. Poultry Yards; Rel
Pyle game, by n. Il. Card. Wyoming, II. L.;
Roren ducks. from l.. &. Moors, Shan
mock, r. l.; large Canada geese, by George
from Theodore G. Hutchins. PROVIDENCE,
X. i. In the rear of the poultry building
Is broodcr and an incubator. Swan a.
Pettis of this city had an exnibit Of
Guinea pigs and rabbits, and Herrick e.
Benson had also an exhibit OF rabbits.
George ID. Miller and Walter III. Greene
each have n fine collection of pigeons and
+. B. Gardiner OF Edgewood has an ex-
hibit of bantams
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20

The departments devoted to fruits and
flowers contains some Of the most beauti-
fui and interesting exhibits on the fair
grounds. The fruit exhibit is confined to
Department. H." Canned goods and
pickles are temptingly arrayed in ''Dep
ment L" and cake and pastry are the
chief attractions in " Department X"
Among the best exhibits are those of T.
A. Barden. North Attleboro, whose
twenty-one varieties of pears are a feat
ure; o b. Hadaen Of Worcester, choice
varieties of apples, and 0. ii. j. Perry, Jr.,
collection OF apples. grapes, peaches and
plums. All of tue cake and pastry exhi-
bits were made by ladies'
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20
doers this morning for demolishing the
fence yesterday afternoon.
Farm and Agricultural Products.

Directly beneath the grand stand, from
which thousands OF anxious spectators
view the races. is the hall IN which Is ex
hibited the farm and garden products Of
the State. Ranged on counters running
lengthwise through the large reom are
immense quantities OF products of the
OF contour showing plainly the great
care taken in the raising Of the different
varieties. The largest and best exhibits
are made by the Kingston Experimental
Station and by Benjamin Burlingame of
the Valley View Farm" Both exhibi-
tors display all the different varieties of
farm, agricultural and garden products.
Inc rows OF lucious tomatoes, fancy
unsurpassed by any other exhibitor
Charles L. Marshall has an exhibit Of
red cabbage OF mammoth variety and dis
plays some almost perfect specimens of
the edible. l.. j. Winsor has an exhibit
Of several specimens of drumhead cab
bagc, the crisp. curling leaves causing the
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20

DIR. A. w. Colvin and Horatio w. Pot
ter, directors of the Kent County Fair AS
sociation, were among the earliest arri-
walls upon the grounds this morning.
IL Is estimated that over 1900 persons
from the various villages OF the Paw
tuxet Valley attended the fair and viewed
the races and exhibits to-day.
The serpcnts displayed near the main
agricultural building drew large crowds
throughout the day, and the proprietors
have concluded that they have struck n
bonanza.
Frank g. Wall, chief marshal, issued
three warrants for the arrests OF evil
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20
The Reasons Why

You should be Interested In the Crawford Snoos
sold a, 275 Westminster street:
IL Is sold direct TO the wearer by the maker ~
nearer It's cot TO produce than any frst-caS shoe
made.
Roal wluc and perfect comfort from the tine yoa
arst l'ui It on and until worn out are its stron3
psinss.
Experience gained from having the attention Of
skilled makers constantly given TO the productioo
OF this one shoe.
Only profit A'vadded to the actual cost q
material and labor.
No middle man is allowed to mako pro1t out q
this shoe.
The manner of placing II on the market through
sale BY the makers.
No snoe made IL placed on the foot Of the wcarse
IN the economical manner In which the Crawford
shoe IL. and no shoe OF equal value ito say nof1ng
OF the comfort derived from wearing III. 10 ~ -
the same price.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-09-20

The sheep pens occupy the shed at the
most nor herly portion OF the park, and
i'm them are to bo found some very line
stock. Prominent among the exhibits
are the Grades and Shropshircs ewes
owned by +. 5. Ballou OF Slatersville; the
Cotswold ram, Grades and Shropshires
lambs Of williams and Lord. Stonington,
Conn; the South Downs owned By G. ii.
Potter Of Tiverton, r. L.; the Leicester
and Hampshire Downs owned by l.. r.
Peck OF PRovIDEScE; the Merino buck
and ewes owned By L. :, Fosdick ofLyme,