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Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14

LOOKING BOY.
making comments upon the text, for
the edifcation of Tad and Polly, who
listened with respectful attention. And
then, after awhile, at the summons of
the rather unmusical church-bell, the
whole family decorously made their
way to the Westinghouse, close by.
The Exporters were, generally speak
ing, a church-going people; and, on the
pleasant April morning of which /
speak, the church was well filled.
To Tad's secret JOY, Deacon Whit
ney's pew was next Captain Flagg's,
and soon he had the extreme satisfac-
ton of seeing Joe filing in ahead of his
sister, followed by Mrs. Whitney and
the deacon. Joe sat at the extreme
end, and thus the two boys were divided
only by the slight partition between
the pews.
Joe greeted Tad with wink, and
clasping his hands together, rolled his
eyes upward, as though in rapturous
astonishment at Tad's festive appear
ance.
Il think you're just as good as you
can be, and wish had something to
give your' whispered Tad, warmly
"Poh, that's all right" returned Joe,
Struggling his shoulders carelessly; and
whispered conversation ensued, which
was only checked by the entrance of
the minister; whereat Joe, duly admon-
ished by poke of his sisters fan, and
a glance of mild rebuke from the dea-
con, subsided into temporary atten-
ton, with his hands being plunged
deeply into his pockets and his eyes
fixed steadfastly upon good Mr. Allen.
But, am sorry to say, Joe's thoughts
were by no means in keeping with the
place. He was cherishing, and even
planning, a dire revenge on uncon-
scious Samantha Nason-who sat di-
rectly in front Of him, in Miss Smiths
pew-for what he called her "tattling"
of the previous day.
The service proceeded in the good
old-fashioned way peculiar to country
churches. All denominations wor-
shipped under the same roof, and Mr..
Aliens words were but a plain and
simple talk about the lessons taught by
One who once walked upon earth, and
spabe as never man spake. There was
very much in it. that Tad perfectly un-
derstood, and, as he listened, dim de-
sire to fashion his young life after the
teachings of the great Master began to
take form in his mind. True, it was
only embodied in the simple thought,
III try to be a better boy" yet from
such beginnings oftentimes comes the
real success of . true Christian lie
And when the sermon closed Tad felt
that he should never be tired of listen
| ing to minister who made things as
| plain as did Mr.. Allen.
Now, it was Samantha Nason's inva-
riable habit to sit through the singing,
/ while the others rose. Il work hard
all the week, and I'm going to make
Sunday nay day of rest" said Saman-
tina once, little deiantly, "an' / guess
can worship the Lord as well settin'
down rs standin' up"
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
a DAIRY PARADOX.
Contact with the Air spoils MIX In
Few Hours


Few Hours
Thunder has no effect upon milk be-
yond this, that during thundery
weather The atmospheric conditions are
exceedingly favorable for the rapid de-
velopmeRt of the germs of ferment that
make milk sour, and their active null
tiplieation in the milk hasters the de.
struction OF The milk, writes John
Gould in the Country Gentleman. But
so far as thunder doing the damage by
the jarring of milk, the effect would ue
the same as if one should cause the
milk to be agitated slightly, and 40
more. Milk that is cooled down to
forty-ive degrees. 4 point too cold for
the germs of fcruent t. reproduce
themselves, will not be affected by the
thunder, though exposed to the air,
and should be pleased 20 hear of a
case OF milk being made thunder
sour"that was in 4 deep cold setter.
1t is an opinion held by great many
people connected with the dairy that
milk spoils of its own accord; but the
truth is il spells from contact with the
air. And ii it were possible to conduct
the milk of a healthy, well-fed cow
into q can from which the air had been
previously drawn, and then sealed, the
scientists tell us that it would keep al
most indefinitely; but as soon as it is
placed in contact with air it will sour
in few hours Milk that has been
iced. l. e., reduced to a low tempera-
ture, will, on having its temperature
raised, and heing also aired, very
quickly go to the bad. 1t is also fact
that milk as soon as drawn. if cooled
down few degrees by forcing a cur
rent Of air through it, win have it's life"
prolonged for hours longer than SINH
lar milk under the same conditions,
but not so submitted to the oxygeniz-
ing of the air, though it seems para
dox to say that milk souring is result
of contact from the air, and that acra-
tion of milk prolongs its keeping quail
ties
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
CROWS IN COLD WEATHER.
Hard Winters Mako 1T Difficult for Them
to Find Food.


Farmers are often annoyed through
out the south and west, especially in
Kentucky, by vast numbers of crows
collecting on their farms as if by 4 COM
mon instinct, and so great is this host
of birds that they have the audacity to
attack and devour' large hogs and sheep.
Even old ewes are killed, being too
weak to resist the attack. The ground
being covered with snow, the crows
have no chance to get their accustomed
food, and, driven desperate by starva-
ton, immense focks may be seen on the
ice looking for fish or any scraps they
can pick up along the shore.
The crow greatly resembles the raven
in it's habits, and delights to feed on
carrion or to pick out the eyes of dead
or dying animals. 1t often attacks vari-
Gus kinds of game, because with the
help of great numbers it can kill the
larger creature. Frequently rabbits are
the prey of this bird, especially when
young, for then they can easily be
killed and carried off to be devoured.
The crow also feeds on reptiles and de-
stroys many birds nests. But in severe
winters they have n hard time in seek
inp food
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
As tho closing hymn was being sung,

As tho closing hymn was being sung,
Tad noticed that Joe, who all through
the service had kept his right hand
persistently in his pocket, slowly with
drew it, though without removing his
eyes from the pages of the hymn-book.
and, seemingly holding something in
his grasp. slipped his closed hand gently
along on the ledge of the pew before
him. till it was in clsse proximity TO
the back of Miss Nason's neck. Then
he stole a sly glance in the direction of
his father and mother who were too
intent upon following the words of the
HYMN Gin which their daughter Nellie's
voice uprose as clear and sweet as the
notes of a woodland bird) to notice the
movements of their son. Slowly Joe's
fingers unclosed, and after a moment
his hand stole back to n place beside its
fellow.
Now what is he up TOT thought
Tad, warned by the shadowy grin on
Joe's features. And. following the
direction of his friends eyes, Tad's un-
spoken question was answered. Clumsi-
ly clambering over the back of the
prim ruffle about Miss Nason's neck
was n brown wood-beetle. as big as
the end of Tad's little finger. But be-
fore he could decide what to do Miss
Mason bounced to her feet with stifed
exclamation, and clutched frantically
at her back hair. Unfortunately she
caught hold Of the innocent beetle it
self, and, giving vent to a shrill
scream that made the rafters of the
house ring, she threw it violently from
her, to the great CONSERVATION Of
every one in the house, many of whom
imagined Miss Mason had discovered a
mouse in the pew.
Mr.. Allen pronounced the benedic-
ton and dismissed his congregation.
And naughty Joe Whitney, holding his
cap before his face, choked and gasped,
in the agonies of suppressed laughter,
all the way to the door.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
a USEFUL BUILDING.

house and Washroom.
Every farmer should have 4 building
for the wood and coal, and it will cost
but little more to make it large enough
to be used as summer washroom. The
ground plan of n convenient building
for this purpose is shown in the illus
tration, engraved from a sketch by L.
d. Shook. The woodhouse should be
entered directly from the kitchen, or
at least through covered passage way.
If the room is provided with floor, it
should be of plank or double inch
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
DIDN'T FOOL HIM.
Vanderbilt Was Something of u judge o
Jewels Himself.

Jewels Himself
A good story is told of one of the Van
derbilts, says an exchange. While
abroad recently he was visited by a
rich Berlin jeweler, who, without wait
ing the usual formalities incident to
gaining an audience, marched in on
Mr. Vanderbilt unannounced. The in
truder was an elderly man with an in
telligent face and attired in faultless
evening dress, the fashion prescribed
by European etiquette for visits to po-
tentates, ambassadors and other high
dignitaries, irrespective of the hour or
season. Mr.. Vanderbilt was surprised,
but not overwhelmed, by the jewelers.
evident attempt at continental COM
plaisance. He listened to his tale of
the greatest ruby on EARTH" which
the dealer was willing to dispose of at
a sacrifice, with courteous air, and
then offered him one-tenth Of the price
demanded.
Il have five stones of exactly the
same dimensions and coloring," said he,
land am willing to complete the half
dozen at fair figure. You may send
me your answer within two hours.
Good morning"
The answer arrived eighteen minutes
before the prescribed time had elapsed.
1t was in the affirmative.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
stEa
THE TELL-TALE BITE.

With an inarticulate exclamation Mr..
Forrest grasped apple and all, and van
ished through the gate, leaving small
party of three convulsed with laughter,
which was only checked by the ap-
pearance of Miss Smith, who conde-
scended to smile grimly when she heard
of the unfortunate occurrence.
False feeth, yes!-and, likely
enough, that mustache of his is false,
too" sharply said the lady, who had
taken an unaccountable dislike to Mr..
Forrest from the very first time she
had laid eyes on him. A suggestion
which, taken in connection with the
conversation of a few minutes before,
made Tad unusually thoughtful for the
rest of the day.
IF you take that rid'cule over to
John Doty's you're bigger fool than
think for" was Miss Smiths tart re-
mark, when Tad spoke to her on the
ubject. I'm free TO confess" she
continued. after little. "that it
nightn't be such bad plan to opon
Ihe bag, and SEQ what's in it-that is,
f Cap'n Flagg thinks it's the right
hing to do" she added, for she had
considerable respect for the Captains
Judgment. But the Captain was AWAY
on a coasting trip; so the matter had to
be deferred until his return, rather to
the disappointment of Miss Smith,
whose secret curiosity as to the con-
tents of the bag had something to do
with her suggestion.
So, when Tad again saw Mr.. Forrest,
he told him that he guessed he
wouldn't do any thing about opening
the sachel, for awhile longer, at least
perhaps he might see it advertised in
some of the city papers yet, if he could
only get hold of the right one.
Mr.. Forrest smiled unpleasantly, and
said, rather sneeringly, that he had
kept run of the city papers ms con-
stantly as most people, and, to his GER
tain knowledge, no such advertisement
had ever been published, nor would
there ever be, rs the owner was doubt
less dead, or had long since given up
the search Of his lost property. Of
course, Tad would do as he liked-it
was nothing to him; and Tad noticed a
decided chill in the tone and manner
of the usually genial Forrest as he
turned away.
And yet, in spite of the gentleman q
assertions as to the matter of the adver-
tisement he carried in his inside coat
pocket copy of The Boston Journal.
which contained a notice of consider
able Importance to Tad Thorne. could
he but have known it.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Word About seedlinrs.

Seedlings are apt to succeed best
where they originate, says an author
ity. We might suppose survival OF
the fittest n cause. IL one had sown
southern apple seed in Dakota and one
survived it might be expected to be the
hardest that germinated. II we had
sown apple seed produced from Dakota
trees we should have hoped to have
been more successful, expecting that
the Dakota-grown seed would inherit
and tend to perpetrate characteristics
produced by their parents struggling
with the great severity of the climate.
Prof Beal has shown how the vital
forces of trees are thrown to the points
bearing the greatest strain or hard
ship, citing the strength of branches
that buffet every wind. This acci-
dental characteristic might be utilized
in producing Aardier varieties.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
The Use of Land Plaster.

The employment of land plaster in
stables is urged for two purposes; it
not only deodorizes and disinfects the
stable, thereby contributing to the
health of attendants and animals, but
it prevents the escape and going TO
waste Of the most valuable properties
OF the food consumed by the stock. In
a recent plea made to farmers by
Hoard's Dairyman to try land plaster,
from one pint TO one quart daily for
each animal, this authority says: IF
its affinity for ammonia. or nitrogen, is
SO strong that it will gather this valu-
able fertilizer from the atmosphere,
the dews and rains, how invaluable
must it be in stables to take up and
hold the same volatile element"
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14

corners Of the cover pass through the
sheaves. with weights attached at op-
posite ends, coco. On each side OF
the cover, longitudinally, are stretch
ers to keep the cover in position. By
making these stretchers heavier than
weights the cover always remains in
position, falling when the animal lies
down, and rising with him. This cover
could be of sacking or cheap padded
stuff. as it could not get under foot or
be torn.-Country Gentleman.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
a Bald Fact.

Young Frankleigh-Hello, Wiggins!
congratulate you upon the wonder
full change in your appearance. The
last time we met you were as bald as an
eggplant. ! see that the hair-restorer
has at last got in its good work.
Wiggins-Not at all; only made mat
ters worse. Got hold Of my wife's hair
eradicator by mistake and that did the
busipess.-Ipd9e. -
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
A Very Peculiar Calf.

Butcher-Have you any orders this
morning, madame?
Young Wife (who is keeping house,
Yes, that calf's liver you brought me
last week was very fine. Iwant another
one, but be sure and get it from the
same calf, as my husband is very par
ticular. .-Iexas Sifttngs. J
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
BLANKET WITH WEIGHTS.

A Covering for Cows That Cannot Get
Under Foot.
Some years ago, on visit to Iowa
during the winter, my attention was
called to the difficulty of keeping ami
mails warm. Ithen devised a plan, which
] herewith explain. The object is to
have a covering that cannot get under
foot or out of position. A A A A are
sheaves. Cords attached to the four
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Making the Most of IT.

Dashaway-What, you haven't got
your watch chain on with your dress
suit, have you? Don't you know it's bad
form?
Travers-I can't help it, old fellow,
it's the only opportunity I'll have to
wear it in the next thirty days.-N. Y.
Journal.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
(To BE CONTINUE ed.
Accommo odatIng.

Husband-After to-day I'm going to
try new plan with you. Every time
you get new dress it must be under
stood that can invite my friends here
to a little poker party and merry
time generally.
Wife (sweetly)-You can have them
every night, dear, if you want to-
Truth
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Hnw LII Hanncned.

Maud-Major, is it true that once
during the war one Of the enemy died
to save your life?
Maj. Bluntly-Yes.
Maud-How noble! How did it hap
pen?
Maj. Bluntly-I killed Hmm o.
imes-Democrat,
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Getting Even.

Little JOHNNY got even with the
teacher to-day.
Little Diek-How?
Little Johnny-It was my turn to
speak piece, an so got up an spoke:
Don't kill tn birds, tn pretty birds, -
an pretended to cry an made it real
affectin'-an' there she sat with one in
her hat.-Good News.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
A Ifloritla Winter.

Kate-What! are you going to marry
again so soon? And heard you prom
ising your husband to see that his grave
was kept green!
Constance-Weil, you know buried
him in the Everglades-Jud
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14

A pa~arfnI Craaturp.

Mr. Hennery-Sam, have You seen
my new incubator?
Sam-Hencubator? No, sab; but ct
she done lay all dem yere eggs she am
mighty pow'ful fine fowl. sah!-
Truth
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
WAN TED.

Agents to sell our choice and Hardy
Nursery Stock. We have many special
varieties, both in fruits and ornamenials 10
offer, which are controlled only by us. We
paw commission or salary. Write us az
once for terms, and secure choice Of terri
tory.
MAY BROTHERS, Nurserymen,
Rochester, N, 7.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
His Mark.

Ward Healey-An' yer want to make
yer cross again de names ye're votin'
fer. See?
Micl1y Halligan-No, l don't. Sure, !
don't have to make no cross. l was ed
dicated, l was, an kin write me name
wild amy wan of 'em!-Puck.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14

"I'm sorry you don't like the new
nurse" she said to her husband. ''She
is good about singing to the baby and
keeping him quiet"
YES" was the reply, that's just it.
I'd rather hear the baby cry."-Bosto1
Globe
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Unambitious Hens.

A gentleman who does business in
New York but lives up the Hudson, met
neighbor on Central train. The lat
ter had large ostrich egg.
'What are you doing with that ostrich
egg?"
I'm taking it out to my farm, where
am going to hang it up in my poultry
yard"
For what purpose
Il want to inspire my hens with ann
bition to do better than they have been
doing. Texas Siftings.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Accounted For.

"Why do you sign your name j. John
B. b. b. Bronson?" asked Hawkins.
Because it is my nnme," said Bron-
son. 'I was christened by a minister
who suffered" Life.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Madcrn Monte Cristo.

"You are the world to me, dear Mayr'
With instinct fnc
She murmursd: civilian, you may say,
Like Monte Cristo in the play:
Tho world Is mine."
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14

On the following morning, when
Tad, having opened his eyes to the
glad sunlight which streamed in at the
east window of his little room. began
to pull his dy9wsy ideas together. he
remembered that it was Sunday.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Knovs How to Use IL.

This is my strong point" softly
hummed the mosquito, inserting it III
the sleeping victims nose--Chicago
Tribune.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Chean Travelling.

Hungary is stated to be the country
where railway travelling is the cheap
est. 1t is said to be possible to journey
from Buda Pesth to Kronstadt, dis
tance of five hundred miles, for six shil-
lings eight pence, being at the rate Of
six miles a penny. Low as'this price is
it is liable to reduction of one-half in
the case of laborers journeying in par
ties of not fewer than ten.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Chance for Display.

He-What are these hairless dogs
good for?
she-To cover up, Of course.--N. Y.
Wsskly. - }
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
CHAPTER Y.

ICopyTiglted, 1850, By D. Lottrop Dc Co., and
Published By Spe,iI arrangement
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
3. G.. HUSELTON.

WE ARE STILL ON DECK. We have better facilities larger
W prices than before We broke the back
prices and have been
pounding The result has been satisfactory usathough
hard work but the people with and
by their financially and good words spoken have kept
manfuy the way estarted having for motto
misrepresent get rich off customer that
One purchase here
means customer for life. t
you have been here lately should come and US
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14
Adventures Of Tad;,
HAPS AND MISHAPS OF A LOST SACHEL
= Story for Young and Old.
BY FRANK Il CONVERSE.

AUTHOR or '-I'EPT--t ADAMS" "BLOvy OUT
TO SEA" paul GRAFTON" ETC.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14

! And everything belonging to a
driving or team outfit at cores
pondingly low prices. No
difference what you want to
use about horse or team come
here for it. We have even reduc-
ed the price Of Kramer wagons
! We also nave now a lot of the
very finest buggies, wagons and
harness made in the world,
which we sell at prices others
j charge you for common work.
s. Co..
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1893-04-14

W.ssAy
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1893-05-05

business mon OF the camp, and makes this
his lrst Visit home In many yesra. ir
Mrs. Frank Oden returned last Friday
from her brief stay with parenta and friends
st Golden, Col. Sho 10 enjoying tho best
Q fahsalth and her many friends are ~rs1oiosd
dv6t hgr.D happy arrival. II "A.
AtA meeting of tho trustees OF the Gait
Mining oeln pany, hold At Nsihart April -.
vas doclnfsd payable ~ che First National
bank OF Nsihart on May 10.
VIM. Hackshnw, Of Monarch, last Mon
day had ths 7misfortuns 70 choke upon a
ohfsksn bone. He immediately came TO
NsihaHt for surgical aid. when Or. Vidal
soon relieved his su%ffsrings.
Prof. Frank Clarke has received q 300
contract from the Belt Mountain Minsra'
union to paint a rich and handsome ban
ner.a II will be . combination of crimson.
! blue and white silk trimmed with gold and
| silver lace, cords and %tassels. In the mid
| die will be drawn a medallion design show
ing the miners implements and tools.
The railroad company has kept 4 large
Qang Of men busy all winter on the railroad
between this place and Arlington, whose
object Ia to get the road in condition TO
prevent damage by spring floods. Span
bridges have been built and the grade on
the creek side has been lined with 4 layer
Of stone. This work. We understand, ia
completed a. far up as Monarch and that
the force ID making it, way In the direction
Of Neihart. There Is twice tho amount OF
snow In the hills to-day that il usual al
this month of tho year. n the weather
continues wet the depth Of this beautiful
covering will increase for The next month
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1893-05-05
THE NEW YORK DRY GOODS STORE
a Great Black Goods Sale

When you come hec Monday, or any day during the week. you will realize emphhcahy
that this is note My a "Geh Black Goods Sale" but hatM every department. We are pre-
pared to meet your demands both as to prne, quantity and quality. we WISH TO eau your
auentonto the fact that in no instance will you ever be told that W are just "hd amy article
adveried-a comm occurrence at the present time with many ADVERTISERS Or notoY
to do a little beer than we advertise
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1893-05-05
Inferior Goods.

The only safe way for purchasers is TO
insist on having the genuine article. and
not allow themselvss to be swindled by
having ~plasters said to be Just nsgood," Or
containing superior ingredients" imposed
upon them. These are only tricks to sell
inferior goods that no moro compare with
ALLcoCK's ,Ponous PLAsTERs than copper
does with gold. One trial of ALLCoCK's
Porous PLAsTERs will convince the most
skeptical Of their merits.
The eminent Hen'y A. Mott. Jr.. Phi. d..
f. G, g.. late government chemist. certifies:
my investigation of ALLcocK's Porous
PLASTER shows ID to contain valuable and
essential ingredients not found in my other
plaster. and / find it superior 70 and more
efficient than any other plaster"
Ask for ALLcoCK's, and let no solicitation
or explanation induce you to accept 4 sub
skitut0.