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A Most Unique Affair.

Dogs are all very well in their place, but
that place is evidently not the drawing
room, according to the report we have re-
ceived of a swell canine reception given by
q society belle in Paris Owning four blue
booded spaniels whose manners were we'll
nigh perfect she decided to give sn after
noon tea for the dear things where they
could meet few other aristocrats of dog
dom.
The four entertainers were trained to sit
on plush cushions, never eat without first
being supplied with napkins, and in fact be-
having in the most decorously dog-like
manner possible.
Cards were issued, and on the day set the
swell guests, accompanied by their owners,
arrived. Footmen in gorgeous liveries were
to wait upon their canine highnesses, and the
most delicate dog crackers, real cream and
bonbons had been furnished by well-known
caterer.
Alas, however, the guests failed to behave
according to the laws of etiquette main-
tanned by their hosts and hostesses, and q
row ensued which, if it had not occurred
among such high-bred creatures, would
have been termed an ordinary dog fight,
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Bolo to my charge. Perhaps she thought
wanted to steal him; but after awhile she
relented. By this time we had reached
Portland place. She was going, she said,
innocently enough, to Portland road sta
tion. I was also, strange to say, going to
Portland road. Long before we got to Port
land road had asked her to pose to me-
She hesitated. The woman who hesitates is
lost. She agreed.
But she stipulated Il don't mind posing
for you," she said, "for your statue, for I
am sure you are too much of gentleman to
ask me to do what's wrong; but 1 must
bring friend, if only for propriety's sake;
and you must give US some supper"
Of course closed at once. When would
she come?
"Well, if you are ready, tonight"
Jumped at 1t. Supper at 10 for three,
though two is company and three is none,"
and here horrid visions of o frowsy aunt or
dreadful red-nosed mother flashed through
my mind.
f'No, no; supper for four. There will be
Bolo."
As he heard his name, the monster COM
menced to walk on his hind legs was
leading hiua and already little boys began
to follow US
ST won't forget him." L replied, with
smile; 'ft is to Boio l owe this chance of
making q name in art
l always say that-about q name in art;
it invariably fetches them-it did fetch my
Hebe. Her innocent, trusting eyes gazed
fondly into mine. I gave her my card
"At 10, then"
But she had willed it otherwise ST will
meet you at Pugsley's at g." she said; 81
will bring my friend and Bolo.''
Bother her friendl and especially bother
Bolo! She meant coming. I could see
that. 1 had darkly limited at my little sup
pers; 1 had Dragged of champagne and pate
de foie gras.
She relieved me of Bolo, and tripped
down the steps Of the Underground Rail-
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way. ''Pugsley's at 9" she said, and kissed
her disengaged hand to me. Then she
turned the corner.
hurried home. had plenty to do. 1
stocked up the big stove. wheeled the
staging, covered with its professional green
baize, into the right place near the stove,
then rolled up my big modelling frame
and great mass of moist clay on it into
position, then 1 put the studio in order a
bin. put my big Japanese screen up for
her to disrobe hehind-even the models use
the screen for disrobing. Then 1 had in
the man from the confectioner's for the sup
per; glazed tongue, pate, some pastry,
and lots of confectionery; three bottles of
haps the friend who played propriety would
fuddle herself over told women often do.
Then bought big bouquet-they like it;
it is attentive, artistic and French. Then
smoked pipe quietly and thought of the
pose of Hebe Then arrayed myself for
conquest and started for Pugsley'S
Now, had never been to Pugsley's I
knew where 1t was, and what it was-s
music hall. second, or even third-rate
music hall in a low neighborhood. Never
mind, l had Hebe in prospect. Perhaps she
would not turn up; but no, mad seen it in
her eye, her honest eye; she meant to come
/ arrived at $50 at Pugsley's-a vile beer
and-stale-tobacco-smelling place. took of
my watch and put 1t in my fob as soon as
possible. The performance was-ughl so
were the audience.
But 1 saw nothing of Hebe. It was 9,
and sne had not shown. Was she laughing
at me after all?
Tinklei tinklei
JOY! had heard that sound before. 1t
is the bell of Bolo-of Bolo, the objectiona-
BILE but talented poodle. 1 look round; but
no Bolo, no Hebe. Suddenly the dirty lit
tie curtain rose, and saw man, an ugly
man. He had . hsng-dog look, q big red
nose, and was dressed ~ clown. Four
wretchsd dogs stood in row before him.
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troduce you-Mr. Harper, my artist
friend, our host; my husband, Signor
spifini."
ain the profession, guvnor," said the
signor, with horrible familiarity; 'but to
pals like you, Jack Spiffkins-"
Her husband! Her husband TO play pro-
priety-a pretty friend. A frowsy aunt or
mo1dy mother would have been prefer
able. But the man her husband (now my
paD the too familiar Spiffkins! Horror!
am man who is not easily abashed. had
been put to expense. Supper, a bouquet,
liquor-expensive liquor. But my model
was worth it all. Hebe! it is of Hebe 1
must think, not of Dalillah, not of the
Canine Queen, least of all of Mrs. Spiffkins.
We sat down. They seemed to like their
supper. 1 did not
'I don't mind if 1 do, guvnor," was all
could extract from the signor, as 1 pressed
on the wretch the various expensive deli
cacieA 1 tried to find the foot of the snIil-
ing Hebe under the table. At length 1
thought I had succeeded; she seemed to
blush, and did not withdraw it. Alas! it
was the sensitive tail of Bolo, who emitted
q sudden scream of anguish.
"WhaE's the screen for, guvnor?" said
the siguor, as he took off hall a champagne
glass full of green Chartreuse-he was not
surprised. he merely smacked his lips
"What's 1t for?"
"Well, it's where MrA-um-Spiffkins
will disrobe, you know, to dress for Hebe. :"
The signor whistled Hebe blushed-
blushed . real good innocent, healthy
blush.
'Luck to you, 0uvnor," remarked the
signor, pledging me with too familiar
nod.
1 placed my glass to nv lips in courtesy.
''Drink fair, guvnor, say, drink fair
He turned his glass bottom upward 1
had to do the same.
Sand that's where Mrs s. IL stand when
she's dressed for Hebe?" said the signor,
maliciously dwelling on the word, and In
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it held out its hand. put shilling in
the hand. It winked; leery, loathsome
wink.
1 hurried out. Down. a dreadful court
was grimy hatch; over it burned lamp,
on which was written "Stage Door" A
few of the dangerous classes loitered near.
confess did not like it.
In a few moments, however, all was right
Signor Spifini, all smile and noise, ap-
peared, leading his four dogs; then came
Bolo and his bell; and last Hebe, little
Hebe, all smiles and bushes.
She held out her hand. She was q practi-
cal little thing. "We'd better have a cab,
with all these dogs" she said. "Bill,
fetch q cab!'' (she called it keb). Signor
Spifini clapped the four chains into my
unexpected hands and disappeared All
four dogs pulled different ways. 1t was be-
wildering. very; but there was no time tor
explanations. A four-wheeled cab drove
up to the entrance of the, court. The sig
nor held the door politely open. Hebe en-
tered; Bolo jumped in; I, unused to the
charge of four strange dogs (the renowned
troupe") struggled in as best could. All
four chains were round my legs, and the
troupe struggled wildly
"Where to, guvnor?" asked the long
nosed signor.
told him-there was no escape. Then
he got in, tool The boys cheered US. Bolo
jumped on my lap and licked my tace all
the way home despite my struggles They
talked to me, but what with the noise of
the cab, the contortiens Of the renowned
troup, and the csresses of ''the phenome-
nom," could hear nothing.
We arrived at my studio. opened the
door with my latch key. I hurried in; my
studio elaborately; six burners (argands),
arranged like footlights, burned before the
platform; on the big iron standard were
four other strong lights.
my dear" said Hebe to the signor, who
had secured his troupe at once, ''lst me in
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
nch as plebeian utreet ours are WON'T 10 in-

such as plebeian street ours are won't to in
dulge in.
Be that as it may, the melee was entirely
satisfactory from a sporty point of view,
aud the footmen and owners were powerless
to interfere. Refreshments were grabbed
from the tables, plates of cream spilled over
the rich carpet, and, dreadful as it may ap-
pear, even the four well-behaved spaniels
ar1or.
When the last yelp had subsided into g
faint echo and sundry guests had been
whipped into submission the poor lady who
had originated the brilliant scheme sank
into chair with deep sign, as she sur
veyed the wreck, and murmured, "Well, 1
am satisfied; it has been the most unique
affair of the season"
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dicating the stage with his thumb.

dicating the stage with his thumb.
nodded.
"'Ere's to yer, guvnor; drink fair.
The wretch pledged me again, and COM
pelled me to empty my glass-my cham
pagne glass that he had ignorantly fIl.d
with green Chartreuse. He ate, she ate,
Bolo ate. They all enjoyed it
did not, however. The room began to
swim. He pledged me again and COM
PEELED me to drink. don't remember any
more.
Next morning at 9 was aroused by the
charwoman who 'doss for" me. "Ain't
you well, sir?" she said; "'ave you had
accident?" could only answer at first 1
could move only my head. There was a
strangling sensation At my neck. shook
my head In answer-my poor head, that
seemed to be opening and shutting
There was tinkling sound A bell,
Bolo's bell I opened my eyes Bolo was
gone, so were Hebe and the signor, 50 was
the renowned troupe.
Horrible indignities had been heaped on
me. lay imbedded in my moist modelling
clsy-stuck fast in it Roung my neck was
Bolo's collar, with the bell. 1t was that
which half strangled me. On the table Lay
apink card:
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He put them through their PAGES They
leaped, they begged, they marched, they
jumped through hoops; but they did not
amuse me.
was in an agony of suspense.
Where was Hebe? Had my ears deceived
me? I certainly did think that 1 had
heard Bolo's bell 1 looked from the stage
all round the rather thin audience of coun-
ter-iumpers and shabby swells and their
womenkind. Suddenly there was
tremendous round of applause. Above it
all distinctly heard the tinkle of Bolo's
bell, but nowhere could see him. 1 looked
in every corner, but in vain.
"Bolo! Houp-lap'
Hesvens! 1 turned to the stage. There
was the big-nosed man, there was Bolo, and
there, in the spangled dress, or rather un
dress, of an acrobat, was Hebe. My Hebel
Her magnificent hair was let down in
mane-that is the only word for it.
The place, the people, Bolo, the big
nosed man, and Hebe swan before my eyes
in my excitement. hurried to the bar and
asked who Hebe was. In answer, the young
person who presided placed a bill in nv
hand. 1t announced that Dalillah, the
Canine Queen, assisted by Signor Spifini,
would give her unrivsled entertainment
with the world-renowned troupe of trained
dogs, and Bolo, the phenomenon.
Fancy being in love and engaged to sup
with Canine Queenl
looked again at DaliIlah, alias Hebe.
She was very shapely person. Had she
not been so would have fed
All! she kissed her hand-to mel know
it was to me. I blushed to my waist with
pleasure. The way she did it was inimlta-
BILE. ] did not know then that she kissed
her fingers every evening at the close of her
unrivaled entertainment
The curtain fell
A sort of half waiter, half potmsn,
nameless nondescript, touched me on the
shoulder "She's expectin' you at the stage
door," il said in hoarse whisper, and then
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
DEGREES of Dame Fashion.

NEWSPAPER racks of linen crash. The edge
outlined in feather stitch. Across the front
the words: "For Our Daily Visitor"
A STANDING work k-basket fitted up at home.
Upon the handle perch a flock of swallows.
Birds are used this season to garnish in in
Vulnerable ways our love offerings.
SIX downy pillows luxuriously breathing
an invitation to bide a wee. Christmas
morning the maiden fair who has them in
charge will settle the beauties by standing
off and tossing them into place. the artistic
merits of this move would have to be seen
TO be appreciated.
A FLUFFY, puffy little breakfast cape for
chilly mornings. Through snowy mounds
of worsted is caught rosy CLEAN of an in
terl1ninG. 1t is nothing more than elegant
tissue paper, but the effect is good. This
dainty shoulder wrap is created from the
drop stitch, this stitch producing a waved
effect that is charming. Lustrous ribbons,
milky white, ,gatner into place the extra full
ness at the throat.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

You WILL FIND at Kaufmanns' the largest
and beat selected stock of mems, ladies,
misses, youths and childreu's slippers in
velvet plush and leather, and which, beyond
doubt, is the most complete line ever ex-
hibited in the two cities. saving of fully
Csc is guaranteed on each pair.
We show the very latest and handsomest
shades in ladies' evening slippers.
kAUFMAENs' SHOE DEPARTMENT.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

The tailor-made walking dress holds its
place more tensciously than ever, and it de-
serves so to do for the great designers have
literally lain awake nights over the prob
lem OF how to make it more fascinating than
ever No woman will admit that she
doesn't look well in tailor-made, and 1
can't help sdmiring her courage, for an ar
tistic tailor-made is, in one sense of the
word, the gown of to-day. You can't be in
the fashion without it 1t corresponds to
the cutaway of male attire. You may, as
the men do with that, wear your tailor
made everywhere, hence it is an economical
gown, even when it costs you considerable
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

A CHANCE TO SAVE Ladies' genuine welt
Waukenphast shoes, with calf patent
leather tips. Regular price s4 50. Our price
g so per pair.
KAUFMANNs' SHOE DEPARTMENT.
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ONE ENJOYS

OA<D @AcJo Y -
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 &C.
ceptable to the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial In its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in 800
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 ca.
SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
LOUISVILLE. KE. AEW Y0RK MK
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Good Morning.

During Christmas week, as usual, we will
present each purchaser OF tea, coffee, baking
powder and spices with q beautiful panel
entitled as above. Don't fail to get one. To
be had ut all the stores Of the Great Atlantic
and Pacific Tea Company:
"a Firth avenue,
1703 Carson street,
1914 Butler street,
6l27 Penn avenue, East End,
1915 Penn avenue,
12S Fifth avenue, McKeesport,
l26 Federal street, Allegheny.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Good Morning.

Get your tea, coffee, baking powder and
spices at the stores OF The Great Atlantic
and Pacific Tea Company. satisfaction guar
anteed. Beautiful souvenir during Christ
mas week, entitled "Good Morning." To be
had at all our stores.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Xmas Cards and Calendars.

Those or this year exceed in beauty of de-
sign and tasteful combination of color any
thing OF the kind ever made. A choice as
sortment will be found here. Open every
evening. j. R. WELDIN & Co.,
429 43l Wood street.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

During Christmas week at all the stores of
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Com
pany.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

SMALLsin size, great IN results: De Wits
Little Early Rlsers. Best pill for constipation
best for sick headache and sour stomach.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

The Jewett gas range is the best and
handsomest range in the market. It will
save you money by saving gas, and will give
you perfect satisfaction. Over $50 in use.
call and see it in operation ut Nos 203 and
205 Wood street. whore you can also find the
Bartlett furnaces and wrought steel ranges,
and the celebrated line of CindeI ella ranges
and stoves
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

FoRssale at q bargain, a ten-horse power
Otto gas engine in tirst-class condition. Dis
patch Publishing Company, Ltd Erie, Pa.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Here Is Big Bargain for Our Thursday

Sale.
To-day they go. Mems genuine imported
Irish frieze overcoats, smooth Melton over.
coats and soft-tinished Kersey overcoats, at
Sl2 each; worth So
They are elegantly lined; five shades to
select from. Price $l2 to-day. P. c. C. c.,
corner Grant and Diamond streets. Open
evenings this week.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Good Morning

ALL brands of champagnes, New York
prices at Max Klein's, Allegheny, Pa.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Girls Dresses-Reduced Prices.

Nice cashmere and cloth dresses, 81 60 and
S. 10; all marked down. Girls jackets
marked down to $5 co. were SO 90 and $l2 90
odds and ends-but NICE fine goods.
Open evenings this week.
Jos. HORNE & Co., Penn aV enue.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
TWO FINE UPRIGHT PIANOS
VIII Be Sold at q Sacrifice,
Henricks Music Co. Ltd.

Two splendid upright pianos, used only 8
short time, have been left with us for sale;
the owners being desirous OF realizing the
money quick they will be sold very low. A
splendid opportunity for cash buyers. Both
Instruments are nearly new and in splendid
condition, so come at once: address,
HENRICKs MUSIC Co., LTD,
l0l and 103 Fifth avenue.
Open in the evenings
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Clocks,

Clocks.
Home manufacture as well as the foreign
in
Onyx,
Marble,
Marbleized Wood
and Iron Cases.
A large stock at close prices at Henry
Terheyden's, $50 Smithfeld street.
Open every evening.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

DON'T be in a hurry buying your holiday
presents till after you SEQ Henry Terheyden's
magnificent displsy-superb. r1ch, grand
must be seen to be appreciated.
Jewelry,
Watches,
Diamonds,
Silverware,
Clocks,
Lamps, BrQnzes, Bric-a-brac.
Diamonds set and jewelry made to order.
$50 Smithfield street.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
Holiday Delicacies.

We have now in store q fine selection of
table delicacies and novelties suitable for
the holiday season. Ifyou want goods that
it will be a pleasure to eat you will do well
to buy of US. We deliver goods every W here.
Freight paid on orders from out of town.
Send for price list. MILLER BROS,
Fine Groceries and Table Delicacies, 1872 Fed
eral street, Allegheny. Telephone 3S46.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

That's all No, not quite all. The char
woman told me that my cabman had been
waiting IL hours, and be demanded 81 3s
paid him.
Did go to that beneft2 Il did moi, dr.
1hs ArgonGsR.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Com

Is the largest importing house in the world
doing business directly with the consumer.
Don't fail to use their teas, coffees, baking
powder and spices. Good Morning" given
away during Christmas week at all our
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

OF GAS SAVING APPLIANCES AT THE PITTsBURe
EXPOSITION, 1892, To
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22
FAC-SIMILE

OF the First Prize-GoId Medal Awarded by
the Judges
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J.C. BARTLETT,
Nos. 2OS and 2O5 Wood street,
Pittsburg, Pa,

FOR ECONOMY AND PERFECTION IN THE APPLIcA-
TIoN OF NATURAL GAS IN COOKING.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-22

We are showing thousands in Mani
cure Sets, Toilet Sets, Brush and
Comb Sets, Odor Bottles, Smoking
Sets, and hundreds OF other things
which we cannot name.
Evening capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1888-1893, 1892-01-18
JUDGE GRIM DEAD.
A Marion Pioneer Who Helped Great,
and for many Years to Govern
This County and
State,

A Telephone message to THE
JOURNAL announces tue death of
Hon. j. w. Grim of this county,
who has recently suffered a stroke
of paralysis. The county court in
session was notified of his demise
by County Commissioners Grim,
his son. The veteran pioneer judge
and law-giyer passed away Monday
morning at 2:30 O'clock, at a good
old age, surrounded by his family
and several generations of descend
ants.
A complete sketch of his life
would fill IA volume, and only a
mere outline can be given here.
His name is connected with the his
tJry and politics of the state and
Marion county in nearlysevery Ca
pacity from road supervisor to legis-
lator and judge. He was repre-
sentative in 1919, county commis-
sioner from 1850 t. 1855, senator
from 1858 to 1866 and again
senator in 1878. He served sew
eral terms as county judge and
tooS a prominent part in all public
affairs ever since the county was or
ganized. He was a man large in
brain and physical stature, bad q
large heart and noble kindly pui-
poses in life that won him the
affection of all. He leaves u large
family of children all arrived at
maturity and occupying useful and
honorable positions as he did before
them. His estate is considerable,
he having kept his residence on his
donation land claim to his
death.
Evening capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1888-1893, 1892-01-18
A NEW STORE.
CrOekery and Glassware Must Go
foods TO be Sacrificed.

The reason why Messrs. Gilbert
& Patterson proposes to clear out
their entire stock of crockery, glass.
ware, plated. ware, lamps aud cut
lery at cost, was this morning ex-
planned to a JOURNAL reporter.
They will at once proceed to build
an addition of sixty-five feet to their
store, which will make it $50 feet
deep and the largest building used
for the grocery business in the Will
lamette valley. When this is COM
pleted the new store will be filled
with the most complete stock of
groceries, paints, oils, building
material, ETC., ever in the city. All
the present shelving will be replaced
with modern fixtures. A large fire.
proof vault will be put in, and a
fine glass off &C, all of which will
contribute to make this not only the
largest, but the finest store of its
kind in Salem. Close buyers should
remember this opportunity to secure
crockery and glass and plated ware,
cutlery, and take advantage of the
slaughter prices.