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The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
The LITTLE THINGS OF LIFE.

1havc often vaguely noticed how the lesser
things Of life
Overcome the great and mighty without argu-
ment or strife.
For example, note the carpet tack. whose point
projects in space
How quick its influence alters the devout, re-
ligous face;
Note how the small banana skin that lies upon
the curb
BY instantaneous magic doth the manly pose
disturb;
Mark how dignity and culture throw their
courtly manners by
To lavish warm expressions on the merry lit
tic fly:
How the sancti,y OF worship mclts before The
sudden breeze
And the violent explosion of an unexpected
sneeze;
How the all wise man of science shakes in un-
disguised alarm
AS some fond. aspiring mother lays baby on
his arm:
How the normal gracious nature oyerfIows
with rage and scorn
When confronted with the knowledge of q
collar button gone:
And how many able bodied, self respecting,
stalwart men
Have been knocked completely under" by q
photographic penl
Brooklyn Life.
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The kangaroo Pest.

The kangaroo pest has always been a
great nuisance to the Australian squat
tiers, for on an average these animals
consume as much grass as q sheep. 1t
is stated that on sheep run Of GO, 900 to
$4,000 acres 10000 kangaroos were kill
ed annually for six years. and yet their
numbers remained very formidable in
the locality. In the colony of South
Australia hundreds Of thousands of kan
garoos are slaughtered annually for their
skins and the bonus offered by the au-
thorities. The number Of these marsu-
pals in New South Wales in 1889 was es-
timated to be over 4 900, 900, and yet about
100000 kangaroos and 100000 wallabies
were destroyed in the colony that year.
A bonus of 10 cents for each kangaroo
killed is offered in Australia; hence the
colonists are gradually DISCRIMINATING
these native animals. Over 500, 900 skins
are annually shipped to England and a
large number to North America to be
converted into leather.-Science Gossip.
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suspicions Well Founded.


There was an airof abstraction about her
as she took his hat and cane. When he
kissed her on the right cheek, she neglected
TO turn to him her LETT.
Now and then sigh fluttered her gentle
breast
DO you rememb er"-
There was deep shade of anxiety upon
her face as she spoke
saying TO me last evening that yon
would always love me-"
He folded her to his bosom aflirmativcly
Are you sincere in that!" she asked
TREMENDOUSLY.
Darling can you doubt me?"
Then you intend TO love me forever and
ever?"
YES, my pet"
The tears came to her eyes.
ii just suspected" she faltered, that
you really didn't intend to marry me-"
For time no sound was heard save the
warm, sensnous music of girl learning
to play the piano in the next hat.-Detroit
Tribune.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Company will sell Excursion tickets to
Chicago from all ticket stations on the
Valley Division for all trains during the
month OF October, 1893, at one fare for
the round trip. The tickets will be
valid for going passage in the day
coaches OF through express trains, con-
Meeting, at Harper's Ferry, and Will be
honored for the return Journey in tho
day coaches of all trains within fifteen
days from day Of sale. This is your
last opportunity to see tho Greatest
Show on Earth" The following rates
apply from stations in this vicinity:
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
Taken to Blacksburg for Burial.

The remains of Mrs. Josie Gray, who
died Friday at 1O11 Fifth avenue n. O.,
were taken to Blacksburg yesterday
morning for burial. Mrs. Gray was
AZ years of age and leaves her husband
and several children, who have the
sympathy of the whole community.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15

CALEM FEMALE ACADEMY, SALEM, n. @.
y The oldest Female College in the South. The
92rd annual session begins September 5, 1898.
Register for last year 362. Special featurcs-Th
Development OF Health Character and Intellect
Buildings, thoroughly remodellcd. Fully
equipped Preparatory, Collegiate and Post Grad
nate Departments, besides hrst-clase schoolsi
Music, Art, Languages, Elocution, Commercial
and Industrial Studies.
JOHN Ii. CLEWELL,
cod limo Principal.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
College Of William and Mary,
Williamsburg, Va.

Next session begins October 5th, 1898.
Expenses for students willing to teach
two years in the public schools Of Vir-
ginia, board, fuel, lights and washing
$40 per month; other students from Sl2
to S14 per month; medical fee, So. TUT
tion fee, chargable against such stu
dents as are not willing to take pledge
to teach, $3.50 per half session. Send
for catalogue. LYON G.. TYLER,
S S cod Pm President.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
For Over Fiftz Wear.

MRS; WISsLow's SooTmNa SYRUP has Deon nsccsd
for children teething 1t soOthes the child sofens
the gums, ailays all palms. cure wind collie and ia
the best remedy for DiarrhGa. Twenty Ave cts q
bottle. SO by all druggists throughout the world
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
WORK IN HUsTINGs COURT.
Arguments and Adjournments-M MITCHELL.
Case Set for Wednesday,.

Case Set for Wednesday,.
In the Hastings Court yesterday tho
case of the commonwealth VS.. Henry
Weaver for felony was continued on
motion of the defendant until Novem-
Dor s.
motion to set aside the verdict in
the case of John Green, colored, who
was sentenced to three years in the
penitcntiary for stealing watch from
Thomas Jeifries, was argued and ruled
out by the coutt.
Il. S. Lazell qualified as notary pub
lie.
Oscar d. Derr was appointed admins.
traitor, with the will annexed, of the
late Rush u Derr, giving bond of
So, 600, with Thos. W. Miller as security.
The case OF the commonwealth VS..
Lewis Rucker was, on motion Of the de-
PENDANT, postponed until October 10.
The special grand jury is still in ses-
sion and a number of witnesses are be-
ing examined daily in regard to the riot.
While it is a matter OF conjecture, it is
thought that the jury will continue the
investigat ton throughout the week
MITCHELL TO BE TRIED WEDNESDAY.
The trial of ID. H. Mitchell, indicted
for the murder of Noel c. Dyer, is set
for next Wednesday in tho Hastings
Court and the case will be heard If the
defense is ready for trial.
The prisoner will be defended by
Capt. Geo. NIGH. Gsh and Scott e.
Staples and the prosecution will be
represented by Commonwealth Atror-
ney Hardaway and j.. w. Cosby
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
Those Girls,

Beatrice tan artist)-You Nook awfully
well today. should love to paint you a.
you are.
Blanche-l wish you would. Your fiance
wants portrait of me SO much.-Truth
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
Awkward.

Crummer-I always hate to go to n party
at Murdison's
Gilleland-So dol. Mrs. Murdison works
so hard to make people feel at ease that
she makes everybody uncomfortable
Exchange
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15

A LLEGHANY INSTITUTE, ROA.
IN noke, Va.-For boys and young
men. Thorough English, Classical and
Business courses. Ample grounds and
high location in the suburbs. Excel
lent building with modern conveniences.
Eighth session begins September 49,
Send for catalogue.
WILMER o. WHITESCARVER,
% 2m. Principal.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15
RIany Persons are broken

down from overwork or household cares
BROWNS Iron Bittcrs Rebuilds the
system, aids digestion. removes excess of bile,
ana cures malaria. Get the genuiift.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15

Eighth annual session opens Septem-
Der 10. Senior, intermediate and Pri-
mary Departments. Languages and
Music. Accommodations for boarders.
Full corps of teachers. Terms moder'
ate. Separate reom and hour of recrea'
ton for sm all boys. For catalogue and
information apply to
MRS. PATTY L. GILMER.
IS Sa&Tu CIV
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1893-10-15

The attention Of Salem investors is
called to the advertisement of the Mary
land Life Insurance Company on the
first page. These houses were bought
under foreclosure, and are offered at
exceptional bargains even for these
hard times.
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LEAVE.

For more detailed information applv
to Q. e. Dndrow, Travelling Passenger
Agent, Winchester. Va.
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MFRS. GILMER'S SCHOOL FOB
Vl YOUNG LADIES.

100 Fourth avenue $. W., Ro pake, Va
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

good deal Of comment ID made in reading
circles on the fact that the selling price of
The Cosmopolitan monthly magazine has been
reduced from twenty-five cents per number to
tvelve-and-a-half cents. The departure noted
IL something Of a novelty in the domain of
magazine publishing. but as q business propo-
sition there IL nothing in it that should excite
surprise or win admiration for the pioneer in
the new movement. There is plenty OF profit
to the publisher at the reduced price. as a little
study will show.
For example, any Saturday issue OF The
EVENING STAR, which Is sold for t,ro cents. con-
tAins more reading matter than an ordinary
number Of the magazine in question. Differ
snt in character. it is true, but quite as useful
and no less valuable. And, one way and
another, ii probably costs as much as do the
contents Of an average number Of the monthly
The latter finer article OF paper, Of
course, and some attractive illustrations
These, however, being produced by the cheap
and quick processes now in use, cost but little
more than would the same space filed with let
ter press, while the slight difference in the cost
Of paper and slower press work is much more
than made up by the wide difference between
two and twelve-snd-a-half cents. This margin
leaves a very handsome balance to be carried
70 the profit side OF the account To this mus.
also be added the proceeds of the scores Of ad-
vsrtising pages. for space in which enormous
prices are paid. and the future income from this
source viii be largely augmented in conse-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
The Outdoors Girl,

Inc Out0OOTo ubrIs
From the New York Commercial Advertiser
The belle of the ball room captivates
The youths who cluster round;
Fragile, and fair, and pale Is she,
Too dainty to touch the ground:
She'll dance for hours without rest
In the ball rooms dizzy whirl:
But she's far too fragile and fair for me-
Hurrah for the Outdoors Girl.
Her skin is Drowned, and the blood shows
through
In a healthy, glowing flush:
She doesn't care for the pale delights
OF the brilliant ball rooms crush;
She loves the fields, the flowers, the woods,
And the joyous song of birds:
To her the JOY of living seems
n pleasure too deep for words.
She fences, rides on horse or wheel,
Plays tennis, and walks. and drives:
She uVes as much in a week as the belle
or the ball In a dozen lives:
Her mead doesn't ache In the afternoon
And her appetite never fails;
Shes bright, and cherry and full of life
And a stranger to aches and ails
She's plump. and rosy, and sweet, and round.
a picture of perfect health:
She boasts freedom from aches and pains
That Is better far than wealth;
Her eyes are clear and her skin is fair,
Though her crimps do get out of curl:
And she Is the hope of the world today
Hurrah for the Outdoors Grill
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

More than few naval officers and great
many people who are not particularly interested
in naval affairs are engaged in criticisins the
Navy Departments action in summarily retir-
ing Rear Admiral Harmony. The records show
that Admiral Harmony had applied for retire
ment under the law which grants that privilege
to those officers who have served not less than
forty years. He was then commanding on the
China station, and when he recently
returned to San Francisco reported to the
department by wire. Immediately thereafter
he was notified by telegraph that his request
for retirement had been acceded to. There
was great discourtesy in the haste shown and
great injustice in severing the admirals con-
nection with the active list while he was three
thousand miles from his home. He deserved
every confederation, but got none. for the
over-speedy acceptance made him pay his
travelling expenses to this city. An ordinary
seaman would have been permitted to return
to his home before being retired; why should
less courtesy be shown an officer Of high rank
who has served the country with honor for
nearly half a century? Who was in hurry to
be promoted?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

TIE STAB In advised by correspondent that
the keen desire Of the Washington and George
town Railway Company Was to have its Four
teenth street line diverge from tho Pennsylvania
avenue line at the crossing of those two streets as
suggested in late ISSUE instead Of the circuitous
route by way Of Fifteenth street and New York
svsnus, but that Congress would not permit
that to be done. The reasons for this refusal
have not been stated; but unless there were
more cogent objections than now appear we
should say that Congress made q bad mess of
1t, and the it corrects the error the better
for everybody.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
she HAD FAITH,

she had FAITH.
They belonged to the class Of people who
find it hard to understand that the cable car
will not stop in the middle Of the block.
"Did you ring the bell?'' said one woman.
EYES," said the other; ''but they are going
Just as fast as ever"
1.-THE conductor il looking at me and nodding
his head" she exclaimed as she abruptly ceased
shaking her parasol at him.
"How Impairment Well, he'll stop pretty
soon.''
"why?"
''The cable will break"
Then the gripman reached the opposite side
Of the street and stopped the cdr and she said
triumphantly and yet not altogether amiably,
There; told you So.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

Davis n. Waite, Who through the foolishness
Of majority IL Colorado's chief executive, 10
developing devil-may-cars traits that must be
most surprising to those who knew him in the
years gone by when he was . miId-mannered
Kansan Of NO particular consequence in an in
significant community. He has developed rap
idly. reached the stage Of fermentation couple
Of weeks ago and now occupies thst odorous
and intolerant position generally reached by
most Of the mentally impscunious very soon
after they forsake pedestrianism and manage to
secure possession Of . horse. Invariably and
unfortunately 10 il 20 that those who pirate
most loudly about their rights are
least considersts Of other peoples
equities, and of this Colorado's comic-opera
governor ID . living Witness noisy and appar-
entity irrepress,bls fragment Of evidence. How
much damage he did his state-for 1t really
seems to be his-when he yelled ''insurrection"
and accession no one can figure out, but he
evidently Ii not satisfied with the immediate re-
sults Of his uatrammeled volubility, for when
he was asked, day or two since, what effect
the extra session Of Congress would have upon
eastern capitalists he replied: "Oh, d the
people in the east; We want to scare them to
death" Hitherto the cursing Of the people has
been done principally by those who had but
little in common with the toilers, but it seems
now a. though the tables were to be turned to
some extent % far a. language il concerned
But Davis b. Waite. governor Of Colorado
through the thoughtlessness Of A.242 people,
should remember that curses have an incon-
vsnisnt habit OF returning home before
they explode. aad Colorado should remember
that every time their prize-package executive
opens his mouth he forecloses many mortgages
and may, II not stopped, be so successful in
soaring the people Of the east a. to bring about
much suffering In Colorado
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
ENJOYING Himself.

From the indianapolis, Journal.
He swarmed around the betting stand,
With others of his kind;
His collar crushed, his hat smashed in,
But that he didn't mind;
The hot sun beat upon his back.
With heat like furnace fired,
While he, beside the racing track,
Perspired and perspired.
He turned unto his friend and said:
"Great Cesar, amt it warm!
I'm mighty glad to think that
Amt working on farm"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

The appointments to vacancies caused by the
removal OF police surgeons are evidently being
considered with deliberate care by the Com
missioners. The filing Of the positions ia
worthy Of some thought, a. the duties which
devolve upon them-the attendance upon po-
licemen and fremen who may be i'll or injured
should command the services Of men Of recog-
nized skill and standing in their profession.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22


The advantages consequent upon mutual
support we're never more evident than in New
York during the perilous financial period
through which this country has just passed,
and the bankers Of other cities are following
the example of their New York brethren in
uniting to prevent senseless and ruinous panics
The shoulder-to-shoulder methods have done
great deal to restore confidence and to put life
in many Of the sluggish business concerns. I'M
provement ia evident in all directions. The
New York World, discussing the situation to-
day, saws:
Bankers generally believe that the bottom
has been nearly reached and that liquidation Is
about over. Besides the signs Of soundness,
such as the quick repayment Of the New York
loans by the western banks, there are other
hopeful indications. There has been no great
mercantile failure. During the month OF June
between $50 900 900 and so 900 QUO Of mercan-
tile paper fell due in this city. Nearly
every dollar Of it was paid without the
ruin of any large business house. This
is symptom of a strong constitution.
Besides this the attitude Of the New
York banks is admirable. The issue Of the
clearing house certificates, which will be MAIN
tanned as long as they are needed, pakes availa-
BILE as actual cash about IS per cent Of the face
value of every sound security held by the
banks. The banks use the certificates to settle
balances between themselves, and therefore SO
much currency 10 released for the use Of their
customers Nearly $40. 900, 0C0 Of certificates
were issued up to July IL. and this amount very
nearly took the place Of the lost deposits"
These conditions are most pleasing to those
who have endeavored to stem the tide OF az
frighted sentiment that but few days since
rushed along at most undesirably rapid rate.
The strain has been very great indeed, but the
worst is over and one Of the first things fnan-
cial men should attend to is the making or per-
fecting Of such organization in each city as will
negative any efforts conscienceless politicians
or inscriptions stock brokers may put forth to
disturb public confidence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
No Chance for 1t.

From the Chicago Times.
The deaf mutes Of Chicago held a reception
the other day, and for once the society re-
porters had to shelve their pet plstitude about
the "hum Of cony ersation."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
quence Of the wider circulation sure to follow


the reduction in price.
There is therefore nothing in the case in
point to attract special attention, much less to
lead any one to suppose that peeuniary loss 10
likely to follow. The plain and simple truth 10
that the cost of getting up all the leading
monthlies Of the country is absurdly exagger-
ated, and the price charged for them is out Of
all proportion to either the cost of their pro-
ductIon their intrinsic value. This can be
easily demonstrated by comparing what they
give for the money with what is furnished for
an average Of one-tenth Of their price by the
Saturday and Sunday issues of the leading daily
newspapers of the country. Another illustra.
ton Of the point il supplied by the fact that,
whereas purchasers of The Century and Hdr-
per's Monthly in this country have to pay
thirty-ave cents per copy for either of those
periodicals, they are retailed from all the book
stalls in Europe. where there is a demand for
English reading matter, at t,oenty.fre cents
each! Comment on this fact 10 unnecessary
1t tells the story moro conclusively than would
q column Of argument.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
All booming.

From the New York Telegram.
Hard times must be abating. New York, the
worlds fair and all the other summer resorts
are booming.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
GENEROUS MAN.

GENEROUS MAN.
81 do think Jack il the most generous
man." she said to her caller.
ut is pleasant to feel that way toward your
husband. Has he been giving you jewelry?"
''No. But We had little controversy about
something, and he bet me a box Of candy
against box Of cigars. And do you know the
dear fellow seemed dreadfully worried for fear
wonld iose.''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

THAT "MESrAL IScoMPErFscY."
at takes Q genius to make a will," said the
lawyer who draws up bequests.
"Yes," replied the one Who breaks them; sit
seems to; the kind that is closely allied to
insanity"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
SHOOTING STARS.
LITTLE SIAN

LITTLE SIAN.
Sing song OF gunboats; a little cloud Of war;
Tell rs what Siam has done and what she did it
for;
And whether such a kingdom-on the map the
merest spot
Must seem rsgretful whether she did anything
or not.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

Friends to France have arisen in the siamese
province Of Battambang. The name has not
Q reassuring sound
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

As an observer Of recent events, Senator Hill
il doubtless philosophizing to the effect that
there is such thing as having altogether too
many opinions to express.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

Tho young man Of fashion may rail against
the summer girl for wearing his style OF neck
tie; but it makes his heart sick to see how neatly
she ties it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

1t will take more than Q small comet with an
abbreviated tail to shoulder the burden Of blame
for some of the hair trigger speeches that have
been made Of late.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
A Heartless joke.

A HeartIeeo joke.
From the Detroit Journal.
Ibid You hear about the joke on wilkins?''
"No; what wss it?''
"Why. he sent his cousin silver service for
q wedding GIFT, and wrapped it up in . news
paper containing the market quotations Of bull
lion."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

II France wants to exterminste the Siamese
1t would be much more diplomatic for her to
make peaceful overtures and introduce the
deadly trolley.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

The free coinage law is booked for . large
spectacular funeral, to begin August 2.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
The Lumpkin Lasses.

From the Lumrkin tGa. Independent.
We are yet to hear Of anything that looks
sweeter than the Lumpkiu girls on Sunday
afternoons dressed In beautiful costumes when
they are out walking. and IL there is really any
thing sweeter the sugar trust ought to know
about ii.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22
A Free Coinage Idea.

From the New York Morning Advertiser.
A great copper mine at Happening. Mich,
has closed on account Of the low price of its
product. Can't the government give us free
coinage Of copper cents In order to help the
poor copper men?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-07-22

The attraction about small superstitions ID
that they give man something besides his own
stupidity to blame for his misfortunes.