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Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

each Of which branched fifty lights. gave
forth a food of splendor from the ground
floor. A row of lights surmounted the gal
lery two stories above and before the eiIect
of this display could be lost, similar circle
at the base of the great dome caught up the
spirit of the brilliant scene and sent the
whole against the magnifcently decorated
dome with an effect never before witnessed
in an interior The crowds gazed in speech
less wonderment upon the view and instinc-
lively fell back into the shelter OF the pa
vilions supporting the dome to escape the be-
wildering spectacle. The scene, while one
Of intense brilllancy, had wlthal remark
ably soft effect.
Manufactures, machinery, mines and min
ing. transportation, and horticulture, were
also beautifully illuminated. 1t was 10 O'Clock
before the currents were shut of and the
crowds left for home.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

States senate. Rev. DR.. ". H. Milburn, was
led forward. He prayed for about ten min
utes. but what he said could scarcely De
heard, owing to the confused murmer oil
voices In the vast crowds. Following came
Miss Jessie Conthoui a Chicago elocutionlst'
who recited W. A. Croffut s poem, "Ihe
Prophecy" composed for the occasion. III
tells in beautiful lines ofthe voyage OF Colum-
bus. the doubts and fears of bis crew, all OF
which Columbus overcame.
The orchestra rendered the Rienzle over
ture by Wagner, and the director-generai
stepped forward. first bowling to the Press-
dent and then to the assemblage. He de-
livered lengthy address, which was TO q
great extent history of the great exposl-
ton aud tribute to the master minds
which created the great buildings. The
national and local directors also came IN Tor
their share of praise. The foreign nations
were complimehted for their magnificent dis
plays. Turning to the President, MIR. Davis,
concluded thus:
''It only remains for you to direct that
this exposition shall be opened to the
public, and when you touch this magic key
the ponderous machinery will start it's revo-
lutions and the activity of the exposition Will
begin"
The President arose amid thunders Of ap-
plause and received the great KEY noLt Cuo
director-general with which TO start the
machinery. He then read his speech:
The President said II am here to join my
fellow citizens in the congratulations which
beflt this occasion. Surrounded by the
stupendous results os American enterprise
and activity, and in view of magnificent evil
dences of American skill and intelligence, we
need not fear that these congratulations will
be exaggerated We stand to-day in the
presence OF the oldest nations of the world,
point to the great achievements, we here
exhibit, asking no allowances on the score
of youth.
"The enthusiasm with which we contem-
plate our work intensifes the warmth OF the
greeting we extend to those who have come
from foreign lands to illustrate with us the
growth and progress Of human endeavor IN
the direction of higher civilization. We
who believe that popular education and the
stimulating of the best impulses OF our c1tt-
zens. led a way to realization OF the natl
onal destiny which our fair promises, gladly
welcome the opportunity here afforded us,
TO sec the results accomplished by efforts
which have been exerted, greater than ours
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

from behind the curtain Of palms and flowers
sweet strains of music arose-the grand
march by Jean Ingeborg von Bronsart, Wei
mar. Germany.followed by prayer by Miss
Ida Hullin Miss Frances Ellicott, OF Lon
don, England, favored the assembled women
with dramatic overture, after which Mrs.
Potter Palmer arose and delivered an ad-
dress.
A jubilste by Mrs. H. H. A. Beecher, OF
Boston, was the next feature OF the pro-
gramme Addresses were then delivered by
the following distinguished representatives
of foreign nations Spain, Duchess de Vera
qua: Italy. Countess di Brazza; England,
Mrs. Bedford Fernwick Scotland, ireland,
Duchess of Aberdeen, and Russia, Princess
SchachofTsky The hymn America" and
benediction brought the exercises to close.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12
GREATLOSS OF LIFE.
The British Steamship Khiva, Crowded
with Pilgrims, Burned.

The destruction is reported Of the British
steamship Khiva of the Arabian, coast, prob
ably with an appalling loss of life. The
Khiva sailed from Bombay on April IL, car
living a large number of Mohammedans,
bound as pilgrims to Mecca The pilgrims
were so numerous that they crowded the YES
sell. taking up all available room.
II is learned that the Khiva was burned OIL
Ras (Cape) Marbet, on the coast OF Arabia
OF the great number on board 800 are said to
have oeen saved, the others perishing In the
lea or the flames which consumed the vessel.
The details Of the event are yet lacking.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12
SMOKELESS POWDER TESTS.
The; Were Satisfactory, and the Ez'
plosive May Be Adopted.

General Flagler, chief OF ordinance OF the
War Department, has been informed that the
West Point foundry has completed five OF the
eleven S-inch guns under contract and are
now at work on the plvots Of the remaining
six. which are to be delivered commencing
August l, at the rate Of one every three
months.
Samples Of smokeless powder furnished by
a firm of manufacturers Of Virginia, have
been tested at the Ssnoy Hook proving
grounds and have given unusual satisfactory
results. Tie result leads the department TO
believe his powder will be satisfactory LOT
use in both the rife and Held guns. ne tess
Of the cubic German smokeless powder Tor
the S-inch breech-loading rifles has been con-
tisucd at Sandy Hook, but the department.
has received no advices concerning It's sta-
oihty or uniformity.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

were used by exhibitors, their agents, Fair
employees and newspaper men, which were
not taken up at the gates, so that the figures
as far as they include those people, must be
approximated.
The official figures will be out later, as Mr..
Tucker is still at work on them but 1t was
ascertained from semi-official sources that
the estimate made by the chief Of the De-
partment will fall somewhat fiat, in the face
Of the statement to be made to Treasurer
seeberger. The estimate Of 200 people
will be reduced about half, as tho count has
procee led so far as to warrant the bas nS IN
EST mated attendance, paid and free, OF 49,,
600. My. Tucker and others who talked OF
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12
DEATE IN A STORM
-Four People Wers Killed and Buildings
Were Destroyed.

A destructive wind and rain storm passed
through the Lowndes Counties, Ga, AMI
four lives are reported as lost. A mother and
two children are among the dead.
A house occupied by W. Lightsey and lam
ily was swept on the earth, and harms ana
buildings in the neighhorhood were cont
plctely demolished iightscy was killed
daughter ot AtrVd rrcladar, ot Naylor' h@s
her les broken Ny a tree falling Np her,
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

Duke Of veragua and officers of the fair.
Immediately In the rear sat the diplomatic
corps and on their right were the governors
OF the states, army officers and other ofilclals'
pahind was the great orchestra. Right un-
~ The sneakers stand sat 800 representa-
Nces Of the press frcm all the nations Of the
wotId Upon the stand for the distingu shed
Tueets were over 1000 people, and the sight
wab an inspiring one.
The ceremonies were opened by the rem
dSTino of the Columbian march, composed
10 prof John C. Paine. Six hundred in
sirrnents swelled the sound. AS the music
Ceased the blind chaplain Of the United
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

OF 80 pieces, IN Ter the direction OF Auoipn
Ieisyaug. gave an open air concert in the
stand In the west sec ion of the plaza. A
good crowd was in attendance, and, muiiie1
in oyercoa and wraps, listened to splen-
did programme. In the afternoon an open
air concert was also we'll attended, and this
feature OF the Worlds Fair promises to re-
ceive much we'll merited commentator.
The spay in Electricity building is yet IN
suoh shaps that it cannot be inspected with
anv sense Of Justice to exhibitors or degree
of pleasure to the visitors, and the building
was closed. It is thought. however, that It
will be in condition to warrant openinSn
a few days.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

ing. Women who stood In the great throng
at the administration building Indifferent to
the eloquence of the Chief Magistrate,
hreuthlessly fought theft way through the
masses to reach their own Mecca. Women
from every corner Of the land crowded into
the building, endeavorng to adjust their torn
dresses and crushed bonnets while waiting
for the ceremonies set for 2.30 to be begun.
When the hands Of the clock began to point
TO 2.45 they began to grow impatient, but
contended themselves with womans usual
solace--g0ssiping.
Shortly after this the ceremonies commit
tee began to gather on the PLATFORM and soon
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12
Opening of the German Exhibit.

The participation Of the German empire In
the Inauguration Of the big fair was an eiab-
crate affair, which must be accredited to
that country and its representatives. The
onenino of the Worlds Columbian Exposi-
tion was celebrated by Privy Councillor Wer-
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

half million and more based their figures
on the supposition that every stockhoioer osAl
who had tickets good for any day OF ne SIX 81,
months used them opening day, and tnat az
the persons who held the 125, 600 tickets "o SOFA
in advance used them. The estimate OF lVV,-
600 exhibitors, employees, ctc., being on inc
grounds is also excessive.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12
State Buildings Dedicated

The Iowa State building was formally dedi-
Gated in the presence Of large assemblage
Of the sons and daughters Of the Hawkeye
State. The principal addresses were made
NV Gov. Boles and Secretary OF State ". M.
FysrIand. ~ The Iowa State Band Of fifty pieces
The Missouri State building was also dedi-
ootad The dedication speech was by Nathan
% Trort Of the Missouri Worlds Fair Commits
sion and short addresses were made by Gov.
Stone % and Rev. DR.. Robert A. Holland, OF st.
Georges % Episcopal Church in st. Louis.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

the army, Gov. Altgeld, Mayor Harrison and
others, numbering 70 people, were then es-
corted to the third floor of the administra-
ton building, where an elegant collation. was
served The President will leave for Wash
ington at five O'Clock Monday evening.
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12
Ceremonies in the Women's Building

The most satisfactory feature Of the days
proceedings from feminine standpoint was
the !crnal dedication Of the women's build
Highland recorder. (Monterey, Highland County, Va.) 1877-1972, 1893-05-12

The Cuban reyolutlonlsts are reported 10
be out In force near Puerto del Padre. Seven
columns of troops are In pursuit, supported
BY two warships.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
The Cow Blackbird and Its Eggs.

The COW blackbird, in imposing its eggs
on the care of other birds, not rarely fails
in the arrangement of affairs. 1t is fair to
allow that the COW bird is perfectly able to
distinguish its eggs from those of the blue
bird chipping sparrow and others, which
differ radically in size and color from it's
own speckled, tough shelled eggs, but l be-
leve it often fails to distinguish its eggs
from the quite often similar ones of the
chewink and oven bird. And this failure
accounts for its depositing as high as four
and five eggs in the nests of the chewink,
where there was but one egg of the owner
and again laying four eggs in an oven birds
nest, which contained no eggs at all of the
owner-both cases undoubtedly oversights,
which resulted from its inability to distin-
guish.
1t is reasonable to allow that COW birds
have limits as to the number to be deposit
ed; otherwise some unfortunate warbler or
other small bird would be overwhelmed.
AS it is, the COW bird studies the limits of
endurance in its victims and rarely exceeds
the bounds. The most eggs l ever found in
a nest infested by COW birds was nine, and
the species generally lays only two or three
eggs, thus generally keeping the outside
limit to six or seven, with the owners eggs.
DR.. Morris Gibbs, in Science.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
An Anecdote of TennysOn.

A friend of mine-a clergyman of distinc-
tion-says that he was once dining at n club
with Lord Tennyson, who was a stranger
to him, and one other gentleman. After
dinner, as the poet sat smoking-more suo
by the fireside, the conversation turned
on his poems He was asked if he corrected
them much. He answered, YES and 1
find that in the case of almost every correc-
ton have substituted Saxon for Latin
word"
Later in the evening my friend asked the
poet whether he could at all account for
the gift of curiosa felicitas which enabled
him and other poets, in so many instances,
to use language which seemed not only to
be fit, but the only fit, way to give ex-
preston to some great thought Tennyson
paused took his pipe out of his mouth, and
onen said in his deep voice with peculiar
solempity, I'm the beginning was the word,
Gnd the word was with God, and the word
was God. "-London Sunday Magazine.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
Little Advice about Sitting.

IL Is TO DE observed that While there has
been no lack Of advice in books that aim to
teach good manners and in the discourses
of professors of dancing as to how to stand
or walk gracefully, we have been left very
much in the dark as to the attitudes to be
assumed in sitting The counsel given on
this subject has been limited to a single
point-to wit that the neither limbs should
not be crossed in sitting This is sufficient
AS to bearing to one side or the other and
resting the elbow of the inclined side on the
corresponding arm of the chair, not word.
Less than nothing, also, is said in regard to
that miracle of awkwardness, the common
parlor chair, the offspring 10y natural pros
ess of evolution of the tabouret. There Do
ing no fixed rule, young ladies sit with the
hands clasped in the lap when on Their
dignity, and gentlemen in attitudes impos-
sible to describe.-San Francisco Clronicle
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
The UInar Nerve.

a most unpleasant sensation is caused
by the violent excitation of the ulnar nerve
due to blow on the elbow. This nerve
,asses down on the inner side OF the arm
and then rather inconsiderately bends
round and enters the forearm at the back
of the elbow joint. Any one who has felt
his neighbours elbows sticking into his ribs
knows that the elbow is remarkably def
cient in flesh. The nerve is therefore at this
point very near the surface and has little
to shield it from a blow. If we are so UNI
fortunate rs to give our elbow smart tap,
we obtain a practical confirmation of the
fact that the ulnar nerve is the principal
sensory nerve of the forearm and hand
NelC York Commercial Aduertieer
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
TOWN CORRESPONDENCE.
Topshan.

Everett Forsyth has rented the grist-mill
and is doing rushing business selling feed.
Most of the farmers have finished haying
and report the crop larger than expected.
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. F.
O. Jones, July II. This accounts for the
smiles displayed by George Eastman. 1t is
nice to be "Grandpa."
Communion services will be held in the
Reformed Presbyterian church on the 18th.
Rev. n. Il. Johnston will be assisted by
Rev. j. G. McFeeters of Philadelphia
The many friends of Miss Mabel f. Cor
nth are pleased to welcome her home from
Haverhill, Mass, for short vacation.
Miss Coruth is accompanied by friend,
Mr.. Everett L. Brown
At the Methodist church, August 8, Rev.
T. Trevillian preached an excellent sermon
and administered the sacrament of the
Lords Supper. In the evening, Rev. j.
Hamilton delivered an interesting address
from the words, Roll away the stone"
Mrs. j. r. Morrison, Mrs. Ray and Miss
Parritt of Chelsea, Mass, are guests at
William Morrisons. Mrs. Ray has a curl
osity in the shape of South American
troopial, beautiful black and yellow bird
with charming voice, which attracts much
attention.
Eliza Johnson of South Berwick, Me-, is
visiting at Jacob Taplin's. 80 Mr. and
Mrs. Hanson and Frank Leet OF Manchester
are visiting relatives in this place, being
thrown out of employment by the closing of
the mills 80 Mrs. Calvin Mills, with Mr.
Hanson and wife, is living for the present
in her old home. 60 Mrs. Ellsworth
Lewis of Manchester, n. H., is visiting in
town. - Frank Wiley has bought the
j, T. Clark place in the village for 500.
- Uncle" Hiram Clark of Monroe,
n. H., has been in town about two weeks
- Mrs. j. G. Weed has been quite sick
for some weeks 80 Charlie Henderson
and wife of Manchester n. H., are stop
ping with the latter's mother, Mrs. Calvin
Mills, for few weeks.
Vershire.
Two persons were baptized by Rev. f. 4.
Aubrey of the Advent church, Sunday,
August 8,
Rev. b. b, Sherman of Chelsea preached
here last Sunday in exchange with Rev
w. III. Mousely.
Prof A. l.. Fuller and wife of Cleveland,
o., are spending part of their summer vaca-
ton with relatives here.
Mrs. William Hoyt, who has been spend
ing some time with her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Waters, has returned TO her home in
Penacook, n. H.
Rev. Evan Thomas, formerly for many
years pastor of the Congregational church
in Vershire, now editor of the Ludiolo Irib-
| uRe, is expected here on visit soon.
The barn and sheds belonging to Orison
Maltby at Vershire Center were burned
last week All his hay, which he bad just
finished harvesting, was burned with the
barn The loss will fall heavily on Mr..
! Maltby, as there was no insurance. 1t is
hoped that the sympathy of the community
may be expressed in material aid to assist
! him to rebuild.
Worcester.
M l.. Hamblet of Lowell, Mass, spent
| the past week in town. 80 Daniel Dix of
Lowell, Mass, visited at NJ p. kent's the
past week. - Mrs. NJ p Kent went to
Springfield Mass, on Monday, to visit her
daughter, Mrs. T.. A. Cooper
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
The Statue of Fulton.

There is little trick about the statue o
Fulton in Statuary hall that few visitors
ever see. Fulton is represented with model
Of his great discovery in his hand. Standing
~ the left and looking at his face there a.
the most hopeless kind of an expression on
his features. Walk slowly around in front
of the figure, and the expression changes to
one of hope. The farther you go toward
the right the more hopeful the face be-
comes, until at the extreme right it bursts
suddenly into look that almost says. 1--WE
got it.'-Kdie Fields washington.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09

Much of the costly red, white and
pink coral used for ornamental pur-
poses is obtained from the coast of
Italy. Men go out in boats and drag
the rocky bottom of streams with
wooden frames or nets, in which the
coral becomes entangled, but the deli
cate branches are crushed in this way.
The finest coral is obtained by diving.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09

A bridge at Richmond collapsed and
two negroes and many head of cattle were
drowned.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
Worcester.

NJ l.. Hamblet OF Lowell, Mass, spent
the mast week in town. Daniel Dix of
Lowell, Mass, visited at M. p. kent's the
past week. -= Mrs. NJ. =. Kent went to
Springfield, Mass, on Monday, to visit her
daughter, Mrs. H. A. Cooper.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1893-08-09
THE MESSAGE READ
President Urges Prompt Re-
peal Of Silver Law.
DUTY OF THE HOUR PRESENTED.

Financial Plight Due to Congressional
silver Legislation - People Are En-
titled to Money Good on Any Exchange
In the world-Depletion of Gold Has
Been Easy--Calm Counsels Asked.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1893-07-21

\ government lot situated near
Punchbowl Will be sold on the 18th
Of August.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1893-07-21
WHARF AND WAVE.

DIAMOND Head, July 20, 10P.M.
Weather, clear; wind, fresh \. +
The schooner Aloha is lying a
the Fort street wharf waiting for {
cargo of sugar.
The c. p. :. :. Warrimoo is due
today from Victoria, B. c., en- route
for the Colonies. She may be looked
for during the afternoon.
The tern Glendale was lowered
from the marine railway yesterday.
She sails today in ballast for Hum
boldt.
The schooner Allen 4. will go
UP on the marine railway early
next week for thorough cleaning,
after which she will probably leave
in ballast for Eureka.
The bark Geo. y. Wilcox was
taken over to the .. r. & L. Co. 5
wharf yesterday to discharge 800
tons of coal from Liverpool.
The steamer James Makee went
on the marine railway yesterday
afternoon to be cleaned and recop-
pered. She will remain there for
several days.
The bark Andrew Welch is ex-
pected to leave next Sunday morn
ing with a sugar cargo for San
Francisco. Mr.. Lovekin of Brewer
& Co. will be among the passengers
by her.
Furness, Witty Il Co. of West
Hartlepool have had prepared
number of remarkably long steel
plates for the cattle steamers now
being built for the Chesapeake and
Ohio Steamship Company. The
ordinary rule size for steel plates IS
from 10 feet to II feet in length,
but these plates are no less than 60
feet long. The firm have frequent
ly fitted up plates 80 feet long, but
those under notice were stated to
be the longest ever put in a
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1893-07-21

The closing exercises of the Fort
street school Will take place today.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1893-07-21

Much learning hath made
thee mad in modern times
would be changed to "a bad
stomach has put you off your
base, and if it is to be recti-
fed TARo FLOUR is the easiest
way ont of it. For disordered
systems, nothing has ever been
introduced to equal natures
own remedy Put up in five
pound bags it is convenient to
handle and never grows musty
with age.
People who enjoy mess of
poi can have their wants salts
fed at the Hawaiian Fruit Il
Taro Company's store, Queen
street near Alakea. Poi re-
ceived from the factory twice
each week and guaranteed to
be clean and pure.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1893-07-21
THE AMATEUR LEAGUE.
Five New Clubs Enter the Arena
for this Season.

The Amateur Base Ball League
met at the Y. NJ. G. a. hall last
evening at : 80 o'clock. a tenn
porary oranization was effected. J.
A. Thompson was chosen president
pro TEN. and Charles Bridges sec
rotary pro TEN.
Eight clubs were represented,
but as five only are included in the
league, lots were drawn for that
number. The following are the sue
cessful clubs which will form the
league for the coming season: No
Name, Kamehameha, Jr., I'm
known, Planet and Myrtle.
The league viii meet next Thurs
day evening at the y. NJ. c. A. hall
at 80 o'clock to effect permanent
organization and elect officers.