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Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1892-11-19

The boy had been sitting for three
hours Watching the bob ON his fshline
when the man came along. What :.re
Won doing there p said the mau
"Fishin'," said the boy, scot any
thing ?" said tn" man, Yep, said tnt
boy. What % said the man. Pa
ticncc, said the boy; and the man Offered
him four dollars a week to come dowr
to the rail al Office and answel
questions.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1892-11-19

There are number of us c-oss
Into this world to eat and sleep.
And know no reason why we're boro.
But only TO consume the corn.
Devour the cattle, flesh and fish,
And leave behind the empty dish.
And if our tombstones when we die
Bent taught to fiatter and to lie,
There's nothing better can be said
Than that we've eaten up all our bread,
Drunk up our drink and gone to bed.
Watts
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

Let every enfeeblei woman know
III There's medicine that'lF cure
her, and the proofs positivel
Here's the proof-if it doesn't
do you good within reasonable
time, report the fact to its makers
and get your money back without q
word-but you won't do it!
The remedy is DR.. Pierce's Fa-
vorite Prescription-and it has
proved itself the right remedy in
nearly every case Of female weak
ness. 1t is not q miracle. Il
won't cure everything-but it has
done more TO build-up tired, en-
feebled and broken down women
than any other medicine known.
Where's the woman who's not
ready for it? All that we've to do
is to get the news to her. The
medicine will do the rest.
Wanted - Women. First to
know it. Second to use it. Third
to be cured by it. The one comes
of the other.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

An ANECDoTE OF Mrs. CLEvE-
While Mrs. Cleveland was
in the White House a college so
cioty held q reunion in Washing
ton and the presidents wife con-
sentcd TO receive the members.
Among them was a young man
from Vermont and one from Geor-
gia who passed down the line to-
gcther. The grasp Of Mrs. Cleye-
lands hand was so cordial that the
pair were anxious to secure another
handshake, and after watching the
crowd n few minutes fell in again,
and finally reached Mrs. Cleveland.
The pair looked unconcerned, but
as Mrs Cleveland looked at the
striking faces she seemed puzzled
but said nothing. Then the couple
cot out in the corridor, but were
not satisfied even then. Accord
ngly they changed coats and hats,
runlod their hair and worked into
tho line again. When the lady
found them again in line ready TO
shake hands she looked for a Sec
ond and thon laughed heartily, but
shook hands, suggesting that three
times was quite sufficient. The
graspinQ pair we're forced to agree
with her.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

a gentleman was once obliged
10 spend a Sunday IN part of low
ar Virginia where he was stranger.
Happening to meet an old negro
man. he asked: Uncle what
churches have you in this neigh
borhood!' The old man replied
All kinds of religions, boss; Bap-
lists, Mefodists and Presbyterians.
And to which do you belong ask
Cd the gentleman. ooh, me,
don't belong to no religion, / only
am old Pissolopian.'
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

Poison VINE.-Some careful OK.
periments have been made by emf
nent Psychologists on poison by the
sumac, the result indicating nn al
most perfect identity in the result
with the disease known as eryslpe-
las, and it is suggested, therefore,
that the same remedy may be used
for Rhus poison as for the trouble
in erysipelas. A lather Of common
potash soap, made strong, and APP
piled with shaving brush on the
affected parts, is well-known and
effectual remedy. Those liable to
be poisoned by this plant will do
well to remember this.-Mechan' 8
Monthly.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

clergyman had arranged with
another to take his place for Sun.
dey. The day arrived, and with
IT the Reverend S. g., who took
for his text, who are these array
ed in white, and from whence come
ihoy?' Just then two young girls
came in late, dressed in white. He
was repeating his text, when man
thought indeed some one might
tell the minister, and not have him
ask twice, so he said, ooh, sir, they
are the two Miss Whites from the
top Of The read
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

There WAS an old negro floating
10 skiff In the head waters of the
Licking. He was fishing-fish
mighty fine down that way. lie
had q boy in the boat with him who
kept looking into the water until
he lost his balance and disappear
ed in the water. Quicker than 1
could tell you the old man had his
coat eff and dove for the boy. He
brought him up all right, then
rowed for the bank. When they
got ont, dripping, of course, q
white man who had seen the whole
business, complimented the old man
on his heroic act.
lie must be son Of yours said
the white man.
NO; no, sab; no son Of mine
Nephew, thenY
No, no, sab; no nephew
GOu5in|
No; no cousin
tt'Thcn you deserve all the more
credit for saving his life
We'll. ] doan' know bout dat,
boss. You sec he had all de bait
in his pocket
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

His mother had warned him par
ticularly against making any allu.
sion whatever to Uncle Philips
hair. At the dinner table he look.
ed long and searchingly at his
abnncular relative, and then re.
marked plaintively:
4 don't see why you don't want
me TO say anything about uncle's
hair, mamma-he amt got any,
anyway
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06
A certain German antbor ~ u /,

A certain German author, in lay
ing out a plan for universal bappi-
ness, wished that the rich might be
kindhearted, that the poor might
have bread, that oil ladies should
have pretty dresses, that all men
might have patience, that the fool
lsh may get little reason, and that
the sensible people may grow po-
etc.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

Never be ashamed to confess your
ignorance. If a person with whom
you are talking uses word you do
not understand, ask him to explain.
lie will be pleased and flattered to
have his superiority acknowledged,
and you will learn something.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

a New York man scolded his
typewriter girl through the phono-
graph from which she copied. She
demurely wrote off his little speech
and charged him ten cents page
for it.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

The seat Of sick headache is not
in the brain. Regulate the stom-
ach and you cure it. DR.. Pierce's
Pellets are the Little Regulators.
Only rs cents a vial.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

The Seven Ages of Man.-The
first tooth, the first boots, the first
pair Of long trousers, the first
shave, the first proposal, the first
baby, the first grandchild.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

If ! was pa an ma said Willie,
I'D hire another doctor. The
baby We got last time wasn't finish
cd. 1t hadn't tooth or hair
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

That young minister will never
succeed; he is too easily ratified
4 never noticed it.
i did. At Emma Harkins'
wedding he kissed the groom and
shook hands with the BRIDE
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

When a man is praying for a corn
crop God loves to see.him say amen
to it with q hoe.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

1t is seldom that one sees a cake
walk. 1t would be less surprising
to see old cheese skip. .
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

Progress is very we'll, but very
few people rejoice over a new
wrinkle.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

The Sugar Trust is now monarch
Of all it surveys. What a sweet
thing it is.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

Men will fight for their politices,
but how quiet some of them do
keep about their religion.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

Laugh, and the world laughs
with YOU, OF, wants to know what
you are grinning at.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06
W.T. AND HUsIoH.

Cold and distant: The North
Pole.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

The man who has no foundation
to him is off his base.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06

The stamp of truth won't take a
letter through the mails.
South Branch intelligencer. [volume] (Romney, Va. [W. Va.]) 1830-1896, 1892-05-06
The Wh ole World
Wants to Buy the Best.

G The isx stock AL Lowssr
sabbs Never before , been able Sds AMI v.r
York Styles
psJ- Remember always the lowest in Prices
Respectfully Yours,
VOgeI s. Dehler,
20 Baltimore Cumberland. MI.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25
Hall Transformed Into
a Lovely Garden.
VERY PINNACLE OF SUCCESS
Great Throng of Gallant Men and
Richly Costumed Ladies.

"Gaily and gaily rang the gay music,
The blithe merry music of harp and of
horn;
The mad, merry music that set NJ q
dancing
TIL over the midnight came stealing the
morn"
In 1888, whom the Aquinas Lyceum gave
their first soiree, and the gallery Of Music
Hall was thronged with well-known faces
to gaze on the brilliant and fascinating
scene below, little did the promoters OF
that ball dream that the quintette Of
years that have passed since then, would
be crowned with the successful affair OF
last night, surprising, rs it did, all other
similar events Of the Lyceum, and leaving
it to be looked back upon as unexcellcd.
Since that time the Aquinas ball has come
TO be one Of the events OF the mid winter
season, and is looked forward to not onl,
by large number Of the members of the
association and their friends here in the
city, but many also from otherwhere.
For some time past the air has been
heavy laden with the approaching bail,
and the eager pleasure, so long anticipa-
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25
Ia Congress.

WAsHIAGrON, Feb -. j.-Secretary Fos-
ter transmitted TO congresv his recon-
mendations regarding the regulation Of
immigration To the United States. Presi-
dent Harrison sent ia message, accom-
panied by the report o' the Worlds fair
commission, urging congress To be liberal
In appropriations for furthering the pro-
jeC'.
Mr Morrill, reported back adversely Mr..
Cokc's bill! 10 amend the laws in relation
To tie circulation OF banking associations,
and il wa, placed on the calendar
Mr.. sherman reported "a resolution re
qucsting the president 20 furnish inforna-
tion as 10 arrangements for reciprocal
trnde with Canada, and IL was agreed 10.
TIE Idaho contested election case was
thea taken up and discussed.
IL the house Speaker Crisp assumed his
post Of duty and called the house To order.
Mr. TsrnSney asked unanimous consent
for he present consideration Of a resolu-
tioY directing the committee ON labor to
maxi sweeping Investigations. The reso-
luiian was adopted.
TIE house then went into committee Of
the whole on the Indian appropriation
bill After diSposing of forty-six of the
sixty pages Of the hill, the committee
ro-, The senate amendment to the GEN.
SUI deficiency bill were non -concurred In,
and = conference committee was ordered.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25
THEY STOLE $3,1OO.
Thief and His Wife Liv-
ing in High Style.
THE TENA DAVIS TRAGEDY.
Trefethen and Smith Arraigned and
Both Plead mot Guilty"

LACoNIA, y, H., Feb. 2j. Jacob Moul-
ton OF Sanbornton has reported To the La
coma police that several weeks 90 he was
robbed Of s3l00 during his absence from
home, and that he suspects the thief TO be
Robert H. Pope, formerly of Ihcona, and
well known ~ Bert" Pope.
Pope and his wife We're engaged to work
for Mr.. Moulton. where they remained for
several weeks. Mr.. Moulton WAS not ac.
customed 10 deposit his wealth in banks,
and kept II on his premises for safety, but
Il disappeared, IA did also Pope and his
wife
A few weeks since Thomas Guay was
in Canada, at a first-class hotel, and while
at dinner, Pope and his wife entered the
dining room They were both elegantly
dressed and displayed an air of wealth.
Mr.. Guay asked: What are YOU doing
mp here, Popet'
Quay was Informed that Pope went 10y
the name of Smith, and Pope asked Quay
not 10 reveal his identity,a the same time
Offering Quay S20, which was refused Mr..
Quay was informed by the hotel proprie-
tor that "Mr. Smith was the son Of "A
very wealthy man. aud he was living in
high style at the hotel.
Mr.. Quay remained there during the
day, but befoec his departure smith"
and wife had packed up and left town.
The county officials have taken the case
In hand
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25

ted, found vent in the charming affair of
last night, so soon gone, and which nov,
as il is looked back upon, seems hardly
more than dream.
The preparations for the ball could
hardly have been placed in better hands
than those who had charge of the arrange
mcnts, for they were almost perfect.
Everything was done to make the affair
equal to the events of the association that
had preceded il, and they most certainly
accomplished their purpose, for the ball
was brilliant and fiattering success.
The hall itself-it was no other than
Music Hall, true place for such a dance
was handsomely decorated for the occa-
sion by Hogan, the florist. The stage had
a very pretty woodland setting and the
front had been fringed with blooming
potted plants and palms, making beau
tiful floral bower, within and behind
which Reeves orchestra was stationed
and dscouIsed the most admirable and
bewitching music throughout the even
ing. Along the sides of the gallery had
been hung a cluster of handsome pictures
beneath which, in long, graceful folds,
hung lines of smilax, gracefully relieving
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25
Umbrella Iicnd Again.

We have just purchased from a mauutay.
turcr his entire stock of Umbrellas. The
sale was forced one and the bidders few
Our accepted offer must have been low To I'm
ducc Us TO put out good money into wcrchun
disc at this dull season Vt the year The
people OF Pawtuckct and vicinity know OF
the tremendous stock Of Umbrellas we carry
and the stock we ha"" nn hand today. Never.
heless we are looking cv"~y day for an Op
portunity To bny gnll dollars for 50 cents
We have some 5000 Umbrellas I'm stock 20
day. Now we propose 10 reduce this number
previous To the arrival OF our last great pur
chase, therefore for the next ten days We
shall offer the people of Pawtuckct and the
Blackstone Valley an opportunity TO pur
chase Umbrellas at less than factory prices
Also an extra inducemcnt 60 every purchaser
never before attempted by any concern m
New England. For the ncNt ten days We
shall offer our entire stock of medium and
high grade Umbrellas az n special reduction
OF 80 Is cents on the dollar, and as a special
induccmcnt to all purchasers we shall give
away free with every sale OF an Umbrella, q
choice OF number of beautiful little gifts
"a a souvenir of this sale. These souvenir.
Will be on exhibition I'm our window, tho
center of our display of Umbrellas.
PAwTUCkEr IONN co.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25

successful and brilliant affair still linger-
ing with them.
The Aquinas ball of last night has sell
dom equalled and never surpassed
Tho Costumes.
Miss Bridget Carney--Cream surah, lace
trimmings; corsage bouquet Of pink
roses.
Miss Annie Hughec- Cream silk, nile
green trimmings; bouquet Of roses.
Miss Susie McSoley-Pink silk, lace
trimmings; corsage bouquet, In France
roses.
Mrs. James Murphy-Black faille fran
caise; white flowers.
Miss Lizzie Finlay of Newport White
silk, pearl passementerie trimmings.
Mrs. Robert Kendall-Handsom gown
Of old rose, en- train.
Miss Maggie Carney-Nile green silk,
lace trimmings; corsage bouquet OF pinks.
Miss Annie Lennon-Cream albatross,
duchcsso lace trimmings.
Miss Mary Morrissey Of Worcester
Dove grey armure silk, white duchessc
lace trimmings; corsage bouquet OF tea
roses
Mise Kitty Morriuey Of worcests', l.,
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25

direction. IL would be useless to say q
word concering it. AS all such music
from that unrivalled band, 1t was excel
lent and each number was thoroughly
enjoyed. During this time and long into
the evening, the gallery was filed with a
large and interested audience, that had
come not only to hear the beautiful music
out to gaze on the animating and lovely
Gene as the dancers passed to and fro
over the polished floor, the vari-colored
gowns Of the ladies and the dark coats of
the men making n striking contrast and
sver changing picture.
Ii was fully 9 o'clock when the SUMMONS
tor the grand march was made and the
lIne, headed by President Moriarty
and Miss Carney began to move slow
~ over the floor. Round and
,ound went the long process
sion, fully one hundred and fifty
couples joining in it, making a pretty
sight to look upon and one also full OF
interest, for many lovely faces could be
seen in the happy throng.
The long and well-arranged order OF
dances was soon under way and the eager
md imswient dancers were gliding over
he smooth waxed floor unable to with
stand the ravishing strains OF the delight
tul music. From this time on till the
supper hour arrived the floor was crowded.
In the assembly rooms the supper hall
had been arranged and, under the skill Of
Gelb < Norton, q bountiful repast had
been prepared to which many a weary
courSc gladly and willingly repaired when
the music of the orchestra ceased that
had kept them till this time under it's
spell
The programmes were a dainty and
tasteful blt OF artistic printers workman
ship, the front page simply bearing the
magic word Aquinas. Within was list
Of dances and the last page contained the
names of the officers and committees of
the occasion.
II was into the small hours of the morn
ing when the last strains of the last dance
fell on the ears OF the participants in this
delightfurball and the merry party broke
up, and the carriages, with their weary
and happy occupants, were hurled home.
Long will those who were fortunate
enough to be present last evening remem-
Der the fifth annual soirec of the Aquinas
Lyceum, and, when another year comes
round and Lent approaches, they will be
equally as eager to join in another such
delightful dance, the memory OF this last
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25
PROBATE COURT.
What Was Done at the Regular Session
Yesterday Afternoon.

What Was Done at the Regular session
Yesterday Afternoon.
The regular session OF the Probate Court
was held yesterday afternoon before
Judge Blodgett.
Edwin Darling was appointed admins
traitor with the viii annexed on the estate
of Sylvia Peck with bond fixed at $1,000
The will of Gideon l.. Spencer was ad-
mitted to probate and Job l.. Spencer,
Frank q. Spencer and Sally A. Spencer
were named as executors and trustees, no
bonds being required, the question Of
an inventory to be considered at a future
time.
The will Of Robert Fairbairn was proved
and admitted to probate and Robert
b. and Charles Fairbairn were appointed
executors, no bond or inventory required.
Joseph Brown was appointed admins
traitor of the estate OF George Bowen with
bond fixed at 5000 and his bond was pre-
sentcd and approved.
Michael Pagan was appointed admins
traitor on the estate OF Charles Gaffnoy
with bond fixed at 5000
Petition for the probate Of the will of
Ann Harrington was dismissed, as
later will was probated in Woonsocket.
The final account of Charles III. jerks.
executor on the estate of David b. jerks,
was examined and allowed.
Inventory of the estate Of Richard b.
Gage was presented and ordered to be re-
corded.
The estate of Richard h. Gage was re-
presented iDsolvent and Edward w. Blod-
gett, Eastwood Eastwood and John Ii.
Barber were named as Commissioners
and the widow was allowed $500 for cx-
penses.
The first and final account OF Charles A.
Warland, executor OF the estate of Royal
Lee, was examined and allowed.
Proctor G. Lull, guardian of Maggie
Thornton presented his final account and
it was examined and allowed and the
guardianship was terminated, as there
was no further reason for its continuance.
Theodore Ii. Paine was appointed ad-
ministrator on the estate OF Mary /. Paine
with bond fixed at $1,000. Petition for al
lowance of account of George IL. Webb,
""i''i"''i VI 'h' SoluI' VI pChJdthlli
Sweet, and petition of Rev. VIM. b. Nee
nan, for leave to sell real estate OF his
wards. were further continued for two
weeks.
The account of Mary L. Cole, guardian
OF Lloyd II. Cole, was examined and al
lowed.
Bond of Peter Lennon, guardian Of Mary
McNancy, to sell real estate % said ward,
was approved.
The final account of Francis Pratt.
guardian Of the estate of Catherine Sulli-
van, was continued for three weeks
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25

Have No Equal.

Allcock's Porous Plastcrs have retained n
world wids reputation solely upon their
superlative merits. They have many would.
be rivals, but have never been cquallcd or
approached in.curative properties and rapid
ity and safety of action. Their value has
been att csted by the highest medical author.
itics, as well as by unimpcachablc testi.
monials from those who have used them,
and they are recommended as the best ex-
ternal remedy for weak back, rheumatism,
&C iatica, colds, coughs, sore throat, chest
and stomach cffcctions, kidney difficulties
weak muscles, strains, stitches, and aches
and pains Of ovory description.
Beware Of limitations, and do not be dc.
ceivcd by misrepresentation Ask for All
cocks and let no solicitation or explana.
tlon ind uce y. u TO oacpt a substitute.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-02-25
THE POLITICAL POT
Beginning to Boil In a
Lively Manner.
SOUTHERONS ADMIRE HILL.
Conference to Be Held and a Plan Of
Action Mapped Out.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25. The return OF
the Chicago fair pilgrims, among whom
were a large number OF Democratic repre-.
sentatives from the south and west, has
revived speculation and discu >siou on the
Hin convention. Illinois Democrats, who
were present during the Chicago lcstivi-
ties, declared very emphatically that they
would not support Hill il nominated.
This fact greatly astonished the southern
and western members, as they supposed
thai every Democrat would support the
nominee of the Chicago convention, who
ever he might be.
The western Democrats a. rule are In
favor Of exPresident Cleyeland's nomina-
tion. The southern members, including
the Alliance men of Georgia, Alabama aud
the Carolinas are much impressed with
the success Of Senator Hill's friends in the
management Of the Albany convention
and with his speech. which IN considered
the key note and platform of the Demo
cratic party In the coming campaign. They
greatly admire his attack on the McKin-
ley high protective tariff and the Sherman
silver bill. The repeal of the latter, they
claim, would ensure unlimited coinage.
There are many Democrats, however, In
the New England and middle states who
think that Hill made serious mistake in
attacking reciprocity, and say that II a
plank of that character IL embodied in the
Chicago platform il will weaken the
Democratic party in most Of :he northern
and western states. A conference of the
Democratic leaders il to be held and plan
of operations mapped out. L. will include
the securing of southern and western dele
cations to the Chicago convention and the
line of action concerning the proposed leg
islstion on tariff reform and free silver