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ELBR1DGE G. KEITH.

finance. All managers of Chicago banks
are elegible to membership. They have
eight or ten honorary members from
other cities, but the remainder are Chi
icago men.
They are Ishmaelites in the matter of
club rooms, having none of their own,
but meeting at some hotel.
These meetings occur but four times
every year, in October, December, Feb
,ruary and April. At these meetings a
banquet is given, and some man of mark
delivers an address on a subject of in
terest to bankers.
The president of the club is Elbridge
G. Keith, president of the Metropolitan
national bank; the vice president is
John C. Black, president of the Cont
mental national bank; the secretary and
treasurer is James D. Sturges, the ma
tional bank examiner of Chicago. These
officers with William A. Hammond,
cashier of the National Bank of Illinois,
and G. B. Shaw, president of the Amer
lean trust and savings bank, form the
executive committee.
Mr.. James d. Sturges, the national
bank examiner, has held that position
ever since January, 1885. He was for
nearly twelve years cashier of the
Northwestern national bank, before re-
ceiving the appointment OF bank exam
iner.
He has lived in Chicago since 1857.
He was born in Connecticut, being, as
he would express it, a Buckeye Yankee,
as he received most of his early training
in the west. 1t was at a meeting of the
clearinghouse committee at his home
that the idea of the Bankers club orig
mated; he was instrumental in it's or
iganization and has been secretary and
treasurer of the club ever since it
started. He was, also, the originator OF
the Chicago clearing house. He is a
jolly, genial gentleman, known by ev-
,eryone and liked wherever he is known.
Mr.. Lyman ]. Gage, now president OF
the First national bank of Illinois, was
the first president of the club.
He was born in De Ruyter, N. Y, in
1885, He received rather scant edu-
cation at the Rome academy, in Rome,
n. Y.
When only 1s years of age he COM
menced his long and successful bank
ing career by entering the Oneida Cen
tral bank at Rome in the humble posi-
tion of porter. Two years later, in Oc-
tober. 1855, he came to Chicago, and
found employment on the West side. in
the planning mill and lumber business
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compelled to resign the honor on ac-
count Of the pressure of business du-
ties. He consented. however. to becon,e
chairman OF the committee on grounds
and public buildings.
Mr.. George Schneider, president of
the National Bank of Illinois, has been
identified with financial Chicago since
1850. He was born in Rhenish Bavaria
in 1928, was educated there, and at the
age of twenty-one became a journalist
and a revolutionist with both pen and
sword against Bavarian despotism. In
1S49 he came to America and engaged
in journalism in Cleveland, o. He came
to Chicago some years later and became
editor of the Staats zeitung, q great
political organ; he was closely identi-
fed with the opposition to slavery, and
the Nebraska bill. He was one of the
leading spirits in the movement which
resulted in the formation of the re-
publican party. He received several
government appointments from Lincoln,
Garfield and Hayes, which he resigned.
In one, however, he served four years,
as internal revenue collector under
AiIlCOlu. llC HIS GilTlCc UCSn uClCS due
to national conventions.
Prior to launching the National Bank
of Illinois on the sea of finance, he had
guided the State Savings Institution
during it's most prosperous period. In
1871 he retired from its management,
and five years later it was hopelessly
wrecked.
On September 1, 1871, he opened the
National Bank OF Illinois at 80 Wash
ington street. The business rapidly in
creased. 1t started out in full vigor and
under the able management of Mr..
Schneider successfully weathered the
great fire and tho panic of 1878. 1t is
to-day very large and prosperous in
stitution. Mr. Schneider is one of the
board Of directors for the worlds fair
and also on the committee of ways and
means.
Mr. Elbridge G. Keith, president Of
the Metropolitan national bank, was
born July 16, 1910, in Barre, vt. He
was educated there and at Newburg
seminary. When II years of age he
came to Chicago and entered the
wholesale millinery establishment OF
w. W. Secombe, in the capacity of
store sweeper; nearly year after he
obtained position in the house of his
brother, of the firm of Keith 6 Faxon.
Six years later he was admitted to the
firm of Keith Bros. & Co., and is still
connected with that firm. He was
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chosen the first president of the Metro
politan national bank, in May, 1884,
when it was organized, and is still at
the head of that large institution.
He is recognized as one of the most
substantial and broad-minded bankers
in the country.
Mr.. G. 3. Shaw, president of the
American trust and savings bank, is a
native of New York, and was reared
and educated in western New York.
When Is years old he had his
first mercantile experience working in
a general store in Moline, Ill. After
leaving school, he went into the gro
Gerry business with bis father in Moline.
After that, he was for three years in
cen tral Wisconsin engaged in the lum-
Der business. Twenty years ago, he
came to Chicago and connected himself
with the lumber business of Kellogg,
Wood & Co. On leaving them, he be-
came interested in the same business in
Kansas, where he operated rs lumber
yards. Before selling out his business
in Kansas, he became interested in the
Metropolitan national bank He was
vice president of that bank for five
years. On the first of August, 1889, he
organized the American trust and saw
ings bank and has since remained its
president. 1t is a very substantial in
stitution. Mr.. Shaw has been very sue
cessful in all his ventures and has a
beautiful residence on Michigan av-
enue.
Mr.. Isaac G. Lombard, president Of
the National Bank of America and
chairman of the Chicago clearinghouse
committee, is native of Massachusetts,.
He was born in the town of Truro, in
1885, was educated at his birthplace,
and in 1859 came to Chicago as general
agent of the Union Savings & Trust
Company, which corporation he. con-
tinued to represent until 1864, when he
severed his connection with it to be-
come one of the founders of the Fifth
national bank. Of this he was cashier
during the time of it's existence, nearly
twenty years, and during much of that
period was it's acting and responsible
manager.
In 1858, he was the leading spirit in
the organization of the National Bank
of America, of which he was then made
president, and which Office he still holds.
Mr.. Lombard is regarded as an emil
nently successful tnancier, well de-
serving the position he holds to-day as
one of the representative bankers Of
the west.
Another successful fnancier who
seems almost to have possessed the
touch of Midas, is Mr.. John r. Walsh,
president Of the Chicago national bank,
and part owner of the Chicago Herald
and Evening Post. beginning as a
ncwsboy in Post Office alley, without
home, friends or money, he has as
cended to the high position he now oc-
cupies by what seems to be almost mi
raculous power. He is certainly a
thoroughly self-made man.
Lillian c. PAscHAL.
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TO THE PUBLIC.

Intending purchasers of PONDS
EXTRACT cannot take too much pre-
caution to prevent substitution. Some
druggists, trading on the popularity Of
the great Family Remedy, attempt to
palm off other preparations, unscru-
pulously asserting them to be "the
same as" or "equal to" PONDS Ex-
TRACT, Indifferent to the deceit prac-
ticed upon and disappointment there
by caused to the purchaser, so long
as larger profits accrue to themselves.
Always insist on having PONDS Ex-
TRACT. Take no other.
SOLD IN BOTTLES ONLY NEVER
BY MEASURE. Quality uniform.
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BANKERS OF CHICAGO.
Men Who Are Well Known in Finan-
cial Circles.
Most of Them Began Lifc as Poor Boys
and Worked Their Way Up to Fame
and Fortune Facts That Seem
Stranger Than Fiction.
special Chicago letter.

Some of the most successful business
men in the city of Chicago are among
the banking fraternity, and many who
to-day hold high positions in the COM
mercial and social world began at the
very lowest round of the ladder.
Sketches of the lives of some of these
men will show what an American boy
Nv tn ability and determination may ac-
complish.
The Bankers club OF Chicago has a
membership of about seventy repre-
sentative bankers of America. 1t is
about ten years old and was organized
for the purpose of social intercourse,
lsomparing notes and the discussion OF
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ESOR SALE-Molasses and Tea. just re-
E ceived choice new Ponce, Porto Rico
molasses, first of the season; if you like fine
goods we have it also the fourth lot Of that
ing testimony in regard to the quality and
strength of this tea. If you have not tried it
call for sample free. GEO. H. LORD. 272 Con-
ereSS street. 29-1
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The Philanthropic Shoe Man.
1rate Customcr-Those shoes bought for my
boy last week are half worn out already, and |
found thick piece of nasteboard IN the soles.
What have you to say to that?
70 @ ~ dear sir the pastsooafu ~ pu1 ban III
the leather wears out You wouldn't want your
little boy to catch cold and die OF consumptlon,
Would you?-Sreet & Smith IS GOOD news.
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WANTED.-Agentsw wanted for reliable life
w insurance, cheapest known; only 25 sin
gle assessments total since 1885. Reserve
fund, responsible management, no 'endow-
ments," partnership policies or any specula-
tive features. Liberal terms to canvassers;
previous experience not requisite. Correspon-
dence invited. PROVIDENT AID SOCIETY,
Portland Me- jan20-8
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An Tmperttnent Question.

Jack Distinguishes the mott unin-
teresting girl eyer met. though she is
rich. She can't say anything but yes
and ''no."
Priscilla-Whieh did she say to you?
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A GENTS WANTED to sell the history of
profusely illustrated all in one large book.
Sells for 10 cents. Send 10 cents for sample
and terms. JOHN J. LANE, Publisher,
LacOnia, N. Ell. LID
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EOR SALE-Or exchange for small house,
II purchaser giving mortgage for, difference,
no cash required a gentemen's brick residence,
every modern improvement, property valued at
$500, near High street; also two. pieces Of
rented property that pay about IA per cent
on investment. w. P. CARR, Real Estate,
Room 6, second floor, 1876 Middle st. 29-1
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TNOR SALE at cost I have a few imported
Il and domestic overcoatingS, Suitings and
trouserings left which 1 will sell at cost to
make room for Spring goods. Perfect fit OF no
money. FRED w. GROSSTUCK, 10 Free
street. ai 3O-1
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FIyOR SALE-Household goods nearly new
E' will be sold at private sale Monday and
Tuesday, February 1st and End, at 35 BROWN
STREET. 30-1
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At the Summer Resort.

Kate-Did you ever notice how easy it is to
find out what people do for living? Singular,
but they are always, during their vacation, do
ing the nearest thing to their regular occupa-
ton.
Jenny-I wonder what Harry's business is,
them All he cares to do is to walk, walk, walk.
Kate-Perhaps tramp, or possibly only a
Observation-Disclosures Transcript.
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NOR sALE-Horse seven years DID, weighs
Il 925 pounds. In good condition; kind in
every respect; will stand without hitching, and
easy driver. Owner has no use for her, and will
sell horse, harness and sleigh for $1,000, or
horse separate for $500. Can be seen at 203
Franklin street. 2S-N.
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AGENTS.

"A GENTS WANTED-Butle book isready.
n Agents at once to canvass In Cumberland
county. Address w. l.. HARVEY, General
agent, rs Gray street, OF call from IL to P m,
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FOR SALE.

NOR SALE-Stable manure. Inquire of j.
E B. CLARK & SONS, 81 Tying street. 81
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Fishing Enough Now.
my husband would go fishing" said wife
the other day, ..in spite of allmy remonstrances.
now now, he's laid up with asthma aud has all the
Sitting by the Stove all day trying to catch
MS breath. New York Press.
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LOST AND FOUND.

EoUND.--:..That truth is mighty and will
Il prevail wrote to Miss E. y orr, Fast
and helpless rheumatic cripple. Through her
advice was quickly and permanently cured.
CAPTAIN NJ. A. HALL, Boothbay Harhor,
Me. feb3-d&w5w
ENOUND-At PAGES, 261 Middle street,
Joe Valentines, So; 15c Valentines, tn PC;
tines, Bic. and 34o. Envelopes to match, 2, 3,
and 10 cents. 261 Middle street. 3o-1
ENOUND-I have found the greatest cure on
a earth for Rheumatism and Neuralgia III IN
their worst chronic forms, | suffered twelve
years and tried every known remedy .e suffer
ers write to me and enclose stamp. MISS y. ..
ORR, East Harpswel Me. jan9d&W2m*
FoUND-The only place in the city where 7,
silver and nickel plating done; we give special
attention to cleaning, repairing and reinshIng
old plated ware, hand plating on carriage
work, polishing, buffing, ETC.; lowest prices
for fine work. we guarantee satisfaction; ION;
STEVENS, WOODMAN & CO., cor. Fore and
Union SITS. jan18tf
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I,OR sALE-The fine residence, No. Al
E Thomas street. Modern and first class in
its appointments. Inquire of S. B. KELSEY,
No. 243 Commercial street. jan12-H
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Constitutional or scrofulous catarrh, sore eyes
ETC., surely cured by Ayers sarsaparllla.
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FEyO LET-Two tenements on Preble street.
Il Inquire of JOHN NJ. HOVEY, ~ Monu-
ment Suuare. S-I
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DUNG FOR SALE-One Traverse Runner
Il Pung at 269 COMMERCIAL ST. 29-1
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VEyO LET-Two very desirable rooms with
Terms Reasonable. inquire at so FREE 81,
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ENOR RENT.-Store No. 259 Middle street.
IL A good opportunity for a boot ana sn3e
dealer to continue trade that has been eStaD-
lished by the concern Just WithdraWMIng M 1ronl rom
the retail business. BENJAMIN SHAW, PIG
Exchange street. o-A
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MISCELLANEOUS.

MONEY TO LOAN ON first or second mort
lXk cages on real estate, commercial paper,
or any good collateral securities. Inquire of
A. G. LIBBY, 421a Exchange street. Al
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WANTED-A competent double-entry book
w keeper will post books, make bills and
statements for merchants, lawyers and assign
ees; find and correct errors in trial balances, or
any work pertaining to bookkeeping. No
objection to working evenings. Address,
BOOKKEEPER, P. o. Box, 1875. 30-1
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yNANTED-To loan $40, 500, $50, $50, $1oO
w to $4,000, in city and vicinity, on furni-
ture, pianos organs libraries, horses, carriages;
diamonds, watches, I'd mortgages, notes and
pay off furniture leases. Business confidential.
PORTLAND COLLATERAL LOAN CO., 1856
Middle street, room 6, second floor. 29-1
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Ifeel it my duty to say few words in regard
to Ely's Cream Balm, and do so entirely with
out solicitation. I have used it more or less
half year, and have found it to be most admir-
able. 1 have suffered from catarrh of the worst
kind ever since 1 was a little boy and I never
hoped for cure, but Cream Balm seems to do
even that. Many of my acquaintances have
used it with excellent results.-Oscar Ostrum,
45 Warren Ave-, Chicago, I'll.
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DICTURES! PICTURES! Those in want of a
good picture for a small amount of money,
would do we'll to call on us. Pictures framed,
Plush goods and albums, skates and skate
straps. L. D. REYNOLDS, Cor. Oak and Con
greSs streets. 81
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VNTANTED-By thoroughly competent and
w experienced lady stenographer and type
writer, situation in an office. Best reference.
Address M. T., this office. IL
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NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Remington ~;
IL practically new, to be let. ADDRESS HEM- u
1NGTON, Press Office. 81
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The verdict of the people is that Halps Hail
Renewer cures grayness and badness.
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IN 900 worth Of cast-off clothing; pay the
highest cash price for ladies' dresses, gents
and childrens clothing, and gents winter over
coats; CALL or address letter or postal to S.
LEVI, 81 Middle street. aug10H
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VETANTED-Ladies to know that the famous
w Blush of Roses is the Eiffel Tower of
toilet articles The effect is immediate, delight
full, refreshing and charming, and gives a lovely
complexion. YOUR DRUGGIST. IL
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NOR RENT-The four story building, num-
IL ber 241 Middle street, now occupied Dy
goods and manufacturing establishment Ihe
above is favorably situated and may be rented
for a term of years at a reasonable price: IN
quire of CHENERY & CO., or BENJAMIN
SHAW, 511a Exchange street. febl-tt
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Mahlstck-Did you see anything Of mine
THEREOF
Miss Gusher-Yes, several OF your paintings
sure it was really Xxi Kind and thoughtful in them
to place them SO high on the wall that IN, nobody
eouId l possibly injure them with CANES aoo UNI
DreliaS.-Boston Transcript.
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FROM MRS. HENRY WARD BEEcHER.

40 ORANGE ST., BROOhLYN, y. u,
Feb. IL, 1890
81 have used ALLCoCK's PLAsTERs for some
years for myself and family, and, as far as able,
for the many sufferers who come to us for as
sstance, and have found them a genuine relief
for most of the aches and pains which flesh is
heir to. 1 have used ALLCoCK's PLAsTERs
for all kind of lameness and acute pain, and by
frequent experiments, find that they can control
many cases not noticed i'll your circulars.
''The above is the only testimonial l have ever
given in favor of any plaster, and if my name
has been used to recommend any other it is
without my authority OF sanction
MRS. HENRY WARD BEECHER.
Miss Gusher-Oh, Mr.. Mahlsticl, 1 was at the
art exhibition this afternoon.
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w bags to call at E. d. REYNOLDS, 556
and 55S Congress street, corner of Oak as we
manufacture our goods, and can therefore give
you bottom prices; trunks repaired open
evenings until 8. ian13-4
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'Where's your wagon?" asked the woman of
the house as the iceman rang the bell.
''Haven't any today. Will you let me have a
bucket of water?"
''Yes; what are you going to do with it?''
"I'm going to set it out on the front steps here
and let it freeze for you. The company's bnsi-
ness is getting pretty poor, and we may as well
take advantage of the cold snap to cut down eX-
penSes. ."-Washington Star.
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WATCHER FOR THE sICk-Any lodge
w or private party desiring watcher or
nurse for the sick, can find one of experience,
with the best qualifications, by inquiring at the
Bosworth Post building, Free St OF the Mason
ic Hall, Exchange st. "a
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TO LET.

FTyo IET-Second floor in building occupied &c
Il by the Lakeside Press. ms noor @ mas saat az
elevator; is well lighted and splendid didoop op-
portunity for a light manufacturlng paslnG;sSs paS;Ss
Apply at office, lit Middle street, 1 LakSsiue sSa
Press s. Photo. Eng. Co., N. CRAFTS, Man
ager. o.
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FEMALE HELP.

VITANTED.-Gir for general housework.
w Apply at 1877 Western Promenade, cor
ner of BoWdon street. References required.
81
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NOR SALE-A two storied house, corner of
IL Sheridan and Monument streets. Apply at
the house, 81 MONUMENT STREET. S-4
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Ayers Cherry Pectoral cures colds and coughs
an unequaled anodyne eXpectorant.

A Maine woman sent to the house of her
nearest neighbor ahd requested the loan of a
new pair of scissors The neighbor was using
them. and sent back word accordingly. The
would-be borrower was not to be rebuffed so
easily, and presently her little girl appeared the
second time to say
"Mother wants to know if you will lend her
quarter to buy pair of scissors with?"-Ex-
change.
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YNANTED-The public to know that J. G.
w CURRIER, bell hanger, is at 137 Clark
street. Speaking tubes and bells of every
description put into hotels, private houses and
steamboats, at short notice all work warranted; !;
orders by mail attended to. 21
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W7ANTED.-Situa ON the road to sell
w groceries, staple goods, boots and shoes,
or any line or specially in the general trade
Fifteen years experience as salesman. Ener-
getic, capable, reliable. References Al. Ad-
dress s.WORKER,'' Press Office. 81
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VNTANTED-A hotel man who thoroughly
wv understands the business to take the
management of a first-cass resort hotel, one
with from Sc, 900 to 10000 preferred. To the
right party salary of 81, 900 to $4,000 Ad-
dress a. b.. PRESS office. 81
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EHOR SALE--At cost, rather than carry over
IL my Fall and Winter Woolens. Trousers
from SIS up Suits from $50 up, Overcoats from
$50 up, for cash only. Good fit OF no money.
i. w. GROSSTUCK. 10 Free street. jan2-7
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TEyO LET-A small tenement of six rooms on
IL Beckett street. Price SIS per month. APP
nlv at 81 MITNJOY ST 29-1
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ITO LET-Three very desirable tenements,
il centrally located: Prices, 50, $40 and $12
per month; also for sale houses near Union
Station. j. c. WOODMAN, 1o5 1-2 Exchange
street. Boil
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DOOM TO LET, with board, in private
HI family Terms moderate. References
required. Please address, A. W.. at this Office
3O-1
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FEyO LET-Early in the spring on Kennebec
Il street, near P. & r. R. r. depot. room,
with steam power. size Of room 4ox7o, well
lighted, high posted. fit for manufacturing OF
most any Kind Also two rooms 20x70 each,
with power. Address CHAS. BERTRAND,
Box 203, Woodfords. 3o-l
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XXTANTED-Any one in need of the best
w Laying or the earliest to mature Fowls
please call at los Green street, and see them
as keep ALL breeds to sell No charge to see
the fowls. S. YOUNG, 1O5 Green, street. 2-1
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TT1O RENT.-Desirable furnished rooms, sin
Il gle or en- suite. Hot and cold water, bath,
etc. Apply No. 2 Gray street, Immediately op-
posite ''The Sherwood" IL
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THO LET-Very desirable rooms at 457 Cum
Il berlanu street. 1874
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WTANTED-Board in private family on quiet
w street. by gentleman and wife; state
price. Address G. E. f., this office. 81
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WANTED.

YNANTED-By competent girl, a chance
is good COOK; o a5 81 girls wanted for hotel work
so men waiting for employment; teamsters,
wood-choppers, ice and farm hands. Apply at