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Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
New PossibIlltLes OF Farm 1ife.

Wherever irrigation prevails, pop
ulation is dense. We may confident
ly predict larger population to the
square mile in the reclaimed areas
Of most of the Western States than
exists to-day In Massachusetts,. In
the nature Of the case this must be
true. Most Of the valleys are COM
paratively narrow and the cultivable
land is sharply limited by mountain
ranges. Furthermore, land under
the ditch Is valuable and must be
put to the most profitable uses. The
larger the capacity Of an acre to pro-
duce the smaller the average farm
unit will be. Under these clrcum-
stances, mans ingenuity and energy
will be constantly directed to evolv-
ing conditions of rural life that,
while surrendering none OF its pecu-
liar blessings, shall approach most
nearly to the realization Of the best
features of town life. A daring
writer has predicted that electricity,
next to irrigation, will be the largest
factor in revolutionizing the life Of
the farm. He reasons that with the
dense population and high average
prosperity possible on irrigated lands,
and the abundant and accessible
water power usually existing in con-
nection with canals, electricity will
be used to light and warm the farm
er's home, to propel his agricultural
implements and move his crops over
smooth roads to the market or rail-
road station. Certainly the posi-.
bilities for the improvement of social
conditions In such communities are
infinite. One Of the advantages al
ready realized Is the general cultiva-
tion Of trees, hedges and flowers in
the streets and yards. Nowhere else
are such conditions enjoyed as may
be seen in the more advanced COM
munities of arid America. - Review
Of Reviews.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
REASON OR INSTINCT.
Awakened Interest in the Intelligence OF
Birds and Animals.

Awakened Interest in the Intelligence OF
Birds and Animals.
More than ever the intelligence
OF birds and animals now claims the
attention OF the naturalist. 1t is
generally conceded that they possess
the intellectual faculty. They associ-
ate cause with effect, protect them
selves against a threatened danger,
and are wondrous wise in weather
lore In the warm days OF July the
cat bird may be seen perched on the
low branches Of the dogwood tree,
utterng peculiar low notes, which
are always sure indications of a
thunderstorm In the afternoon or
evening. These notes are never
heard except at this time The
early fight Of wild geese denotes a
storm or a spell of cold weather.
The English robin Is termed the
naturalists barometer; for on sum
mer's day, though the weather may
be rainy and unsettled, he sometimes
takes his stand on the topmost twig
that looks up to the sky, or on q
housetop, singing cheerfully and
sweetly. When this is observed 1t is
an unerring promise of succeeding
fine days. Sometimes, though the
atmosphere be dry and warm he may
be seen, melancholy, chirping and
brooding, in bush or low hedge.
Bears, wolves and other animals scent
the coming rain. The wolves set up
a terrible bowling, and raising their
heads, point their noses in the dlrec-
tion in which it is coming, often
times twelve hours or more before It
falls. The large Galapagos tortoise
always searches for a place under
cover, into which he may go twenty
four hours or more before the rain.
During the prevalence of cholera In
France, in the districts where the
disease was most prevalent, 1t was
noticed that the horses became un-
easy, and were affected with the
disease in like manner with man.
There are many instances OF cats
that have been made pets Of desert
Ing the house at the time OF sickness
and death. The intelligence of the
archer fish is really wonderful, 1t
swims near the banks Of streams in
search Of prey. AS soon as an insect
is seen on the overhanging branch,
he at once fills his mouth with water,
and throws it out in a small stream
with such great precision that he
seldom misses the object, and it falls
into the water and is instantly de-
voured. The gouramie builds nest
for its young and will defend them
with its life; it Is remarkably in
telligent fish. l have had them in con-
flnement, and would frequently call
them from their hiding places among
the rocks in a large basin, and they
would come and feed from my hands.
Animals deserve more attention than
they receive. If we studied them
closely, we might, with certain
eminent scientist, take the ground
that their reasoning faculties do not
differ in kind from those Of man, and
that they possess the same affections,
virtues, moral sense and capacity for
| education.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
The Hanging Judge.

Lord Norbury, who was Lord Chief
Justice of Ireland in the early years
of the century, had the reputation OF
being Hanging Judge" Dining
once in the company of CurTan, he
said:
"That beef appears very tough. Has
it been hung?"
"No, my lord, you have not tried
It,, was the reply.
During the conduct Of a case, Harry
Grady was annoyed by some remarks
of the chief justice, and took his re-
venge thus:
"The incident which has just oc-
Cured reminds me, my lord, Of a
Judge once heard of who was never
known % weep but once, and that
was in a theater."
Deep tragedy, 1 suppose, Mr..
Grady" said the chief justice.
mo, indeed, my lord. 1t was at
the Beggar's Opera, when Macheath
was reprievedI" was the reply.
The insinuation told, for everybody
felt that Norbury was the man.
Once travelling with John Parsons
they passed a gibbet--not an infre-
quent sight In those days when rebels
were hung by the score.
Parsons" said Norbury, with a
chuckle, and pointing to the glbbet,
where would you be now II every
man had his due?"
"Alone in my carriage" was Par
sons significant reply.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Take a band of rather strong paper
about a foot wide and as long as pos
sible-several sheets pasted together
end to end will do admirably-pass 1t
over a smoking lamp, or better still,
cover one side Of it with graphite,
commonly called black-lead, or plum
bago. Stand upright on the table
several books decreasing regularly in
size, and pin the band Of paper on
their backs, taking care that the
waves in the paper are longer and
more shallow as you approach the
smallest book.
At the lower end of the band place
a dish. At the other end pour water
drop by drop on the paper. The
drops will roll rapidly down the first
incline, and with the impetus thus
gained will remount over the back of
the second book, and so on over one
book after another till they drop into
the dish. L ILLUSTRATION.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
THE AMICK DIsCOvERY.

On another page of this issue Is an exhaust
I've article on the treatment and cure of con-
sumption. The subject has lately been
brought to the attention of the press Of the
entire country as n result OF the action Of the
Michigan Board Of Health in declaring con-
sumption contagious disease, and recon-
mending isolation of affected persons to
special hospitals erected for the purpose.
Should other state boards of health follow
the example Of the Michigan body, it seems
impossible to measure what the consequences
would be. The New York Recorder actuated
by that spirit which should pervade every
editorial sanctum, offered reward of 81 900
10 any physician effecting cure for con-
sumption. The offer was promptly accepted
by DR.. W. r. Amick of Cincinnati, who had
already distinguished himself by curing some
patients selected by the Cincinnati Post,
newspaper. The management of the Record
er selected ten patients in various stages of
consumption. The article referred to tells
the story of Dr.. Amick's success and of the
payment of the 81 900 by the Recorder COM
pany. DR.. Amick shows not only his willing
ness but his great desire 10 have his treat
ment impartially tested before any money
for the medicines has been expended by the
affected. He offers to send to all local ply
sicians, regardless of school or code or creed,
test packages of his medicines sufficient to
show just what results will be produced in
each case. The fact that these outfits are
only sent TO the patient through bis or her
physician 10 guarantee that they will stand
the test to which they may be subjected by
medical experts. DR.. Amick Is willing to let
each physician and each patient Judge as to
whether he has accomplished what he claims.
There Is already the testimony of physicians
and patients who have found reasons for en-.
dorsfng the discovery. In the face Of such
evidence Of It's worth there can DO but lit
tie hesitancy in pronouncing the discovery
a great boon TO suffering mankind, and there
fore of incalculable benefit to the whole
human race.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

PROFESSOR PAsTEUR is reported to
be aging very rapidly, although his
energy in tackling the willy comma
bacillus to its lair knows no abate-
ment He still suffers from a stroke
OF paralysis which he sustained
twenty-five years ago at Alais. The
whole left side has been nearly USE
less since then. His speech is hesl-
tating, his motion difficult, but de-
spite his feebleness Of body his mind
is as active as ever. Professor
Pasteur is now 10 years old.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
An Ancient Birdland.

For ages before its occupation by
man New Zealand swarmed with
great wingless birds, which found
here no carnivorous enemies, but an
abundance of vegetable food. The
moas not only existed In vast num-
bers and for thousands Of years, but
had such diversity Of form as to en-
brace no less than seven genera, con-
tanning twenty-five species "a re-
markable fact which is unparalleled
in any other part Of the world. The
cOmmonest kinds in the North Island
were only from two and One-half to
four feet high. Those of the South
Island were mostly from four to six
feet tall, while the giant forms,
reaching twelve and thirteen feet,
were always rare. Immense deposits
of moa bones have been found in To-
calities to which they appear to have
been washed from the hills in tertiary
times. Skeletons on the surface Of
the ground, with skin and ligaments
still attached, have given the i'm
preston that these birds have been
exterminated in very recent years,
but other facts point to a different
conclusion. Tradition seems to show,
according to +. M. Hutton, that the
moa became extinct in the North
Island soon after the arrival Of the
Maoris in New Zealand-that is, not
less than four hundred to five hun
bred years ago-and in the South
Island about a hundred years later.
The fresh-appearing skin and liga-
ments are supposed to have been pre-
served by unusually favorable con-
ditions.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
An Apparent InIustIce.

Mollie had been to church for the
first time, and on her return home
her grandmother asked her what she
thought of it,
81 liked it very much" she replied,
"but there was one thing l didn't
think was fair"
"What was that, dear?"
"Why, one man did all the work,
and then another man came around
and got all the money. "--Harper's
BaZar
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Syrup"

My acquaintance with Boschee's
German yrupwas made about four.
teen years ago. / contracted a cold
which resulted in a hoarseness and
cough which disabled me from fill
ing my pulpit for number of Sab
baths. After trying a physician,
without obtaining relief I saw the
advertisement Of your remedy and
obtained a bottle. Ireceived quick
and permanent help. never hest
tate to tell my experience. Rev. w.
II. Haggerty, Martinsville, NJ. o
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
A Trick with water.

If a drop of water is let fall on a
piece OF paper, 1t spreads in large
circle. If, however, the paper has
been oiled, or covered with lamp
black or some similar substance, the
drop of water will roll upon it as a
ball slightly flattened. This fact
may be made use of for the perform
ance Of pretty trick.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

IT seems that the Infanta's fare
well letter to America cost the paper
that printed it $50. 1t wasn't worth
1t. Much better letters from much
better women can be bought for less
money,
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Lanes Medicine Moves the Bowels
Each Day. In order TO be healthy this is
necessary. Cures constipation, headache,
kidney and liver troubles and regulates the
stomach and bowels. Price 50c and $1.00 at
all dealeTe
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
The Two Goats.

In the field goats were browsing.
They wandered up and down and all
over the field. But they did not en-
Joy so much the tender grass as they
did the hard stringy bits Of vegeta-
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

MRS PRUNER-"Have you got ac-
quainted In the church YETI" Mrs.
Prim-"Yes, indeed! l already be-
long to one Of the oldest factions in
it."-Plain Dealer.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

8crofula; and In building up whole8omo
flesh, when you're thin and weak-there's
nothing to equal the Discovery" In every
disease caused by torpid liver or impure
blood, it's the only guaranteed remedy.
Mrs. ELIZABETH ]. BUsHwAw, Of SldneA
Ohio, writes; my little boy was so afflicted
with liver trouble and other diseases that our
family physician said he could not 1--we In
fact, they all thought 20. gave him DR..
Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pellets
and they saved his life. We have used the Dis.
covery for throat and bronchial trouble, and
found such perfect relief that we can recon-
mend 1t very highly"
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Insurance Agent; came TO call your at
tention to the fact that your policy expires
to-day, and beg you 10 renew IL. Economists
Very sorry, but this IL the tenth year that
have insured in your company and nothing
has happened, so have made up my MIND
to try another company.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

A CHICAGO man is writing a play
" be called "The City Editor" It
ought to be full Of local color. Phil.
adelphia Ledger.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Rev. Mr.. Menier (ishing for charity
snbscription). Ali my dear young lady, its
very hard to be poor. Miss Sauciety with
not too much pin money!; Yesj it may be
very hard, but know several who have
managed 1t.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Troubled Parents am 80 afraid Isabel
Is going TO become fat and dumpy as she
grows older Sympathetic Callers She does
indeed show tendency TO spread out Why
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Stranger: haven't much time to spend
in Washington, but I'd like to SEQ some OF
the nations famous men. Residents Take
the Seventh street cars to the base ball
grounds. They're sure to DO there.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
A CHILn MNLOYs

The pleasant flavor, gentle action and sooth.
ing effects of Syrup of Figs, when in need Of
a laxative, and if the father or mother DO
costiye. or bilious, the most gratifying re-
suits follow its use so that it is the best fam
lily remedy known, and every family should
have bottle on hand.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Productive of Heat Chambers; It IL said
that paper is used effectively in keeping a
person warm. Gazlay; That ia very true. l
remember thirty-day note of mine once
kept me in n sweat for a month.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

A Good Omen, Shei Why--er- reallyv
Mr.. Ohamplain, the idea of my marrying
you Is very unexpected. He; am so glad
She; So gladP He; Yes, because the u1S
expected alWaya happens.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Her Adorer: May | marry your daughter,
sir? Her Father: what do want TO marry
or? You don't know whel you're well off.
Her Adorer: No, perhaps not; but know
when you're well off.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

A Sore Throat or Cough, II suffered to
progress, often results in an incugable throat
or lung trouble. "BroUn's Bronchial TTO-
chesh give instant relief.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

When Visiting Kansas City Stop AZ
the BLOSSOM Housn opposite Union Depot.
First Glass in every respect, Rates, $3.50 day,
Cable cars 10 all parts Of the city pass the
1onr
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Witherby: Your wife told me yesterday
that you had given her two new summer
gowns. don't see how you could afford 1t.
Plankington, Easy enough. put my
money on tho horse that you said wouldn't
win
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Bishop g., so you think heaven is like
Boston, do your Mrs. b.. Oh, Of course
not, exactly. don't expect too much.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

The canary Is thoroughly professional,
never singing note without first presenting
n bill,
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

What2 Why, see, the terrier Jack,
Who puts In his impudent nosei
he has, II you look, coat on his back,
Because 1t is cold, suppose.
He asks may he sit down beside,
He says he won't bark. neither bite
But such an idea the kittens deridei
They know he will tease and Will fight
No, Master Jack, be pleased to goi
There's not any room for you here;
You're one too many don't you know
And the business you're on isn't clear
Yes! one too many. Child, bewarei
Be not an intruder, like Jack,
Aud very unwisely Venture whore
The looks you receive will DO black
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

The next door neighbors who give q lawn
tennis party when II Is washday at your
house show very little regard for your wife'O
feelings,
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

1t often happens that the fellow whS
won't 90 home till morning" can't 60
home until somebody pays his hne for him.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

BEEoHAM's PIILs quickly cure sick head
ache, weak stomach, impaired digestion. con-
stipation, disordered liver, etc.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

In the menagerie world giraifes are be-
coming scarce. The animal offers too many
chances 10 fate to get hit in the neck.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

WHEN lightning strikes it admits
of no arbitration. Burlington Free
Press.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Ir the Baby Is cutting Teeth,
BE sure and use that old and wettrled remedy, Ma
WNsLow's soo-RnG SYRUP for Children TetthinG.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
Money Can Re Saved

by buying COAL by the Carload, Write to
j. j. THOMAS g. Co., 1918 18th Street, Dem
yer, Colo, for prices on Colorado Coal, boz
fore purchasing elsewhere.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

A man who mOrtgaged his home remarked
to friend that he had just 'put up" anoth-
er building.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

A story is told of conductor who seized
his wife's nose in his sleep and rung up three
fares upon it before her shrieks awoke him.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Edith; Oh, what a beautiful-er--how d.
you pronunce it-vahs, or vawse2 Millicentl
1t cost $500. Edithi All, yes--vawse.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
Where to Look for Information.

Five-year-old Frances got into the
sugar bowl when her mammals back
was turned the other day, and the
latter said very severely;
Frances, you've been eating SUI
garl"
"How do you know" demanded
Frances.
II can see IT in your eyes They
tell me-"
Frances looked abashed, and her
mamma proceeded:
"How many Jumps did my little
girl take?"
Mamma" replied the little girl,
"lf my eyes told you l had been eat
ing sugar you can just ask them how
many Jumps | took. Judge.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

VERY full cheeks indicate great
digestive powerA
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Sailors Of the navy must expect great
hardships when they are ordered to serve on
the new steel cruisers.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

5les and greasy papers which the
grocer's boy threw out to them.
In the next field some sheep and a
couple OF little lambs were confined.
A little girl came down from the
house, and calling one of the lambs
to her, she petted and Rugged 1t,
calling 1t loving names.
Show foolish that child acts over
that silly lamb, said one goat to
another. "Am / not as beautiful
and endearing as lamb9"
ut Is stupid to be lamb, said
the nearest goat "You cannot run
about as freely and eat greasy papers
and tin cans when you want to; you
had better be content to be a goat so
long as you cannot help yourself"
But the foolish goat would not at
tend to these words Of wisdom. The
next time the little girl came near
the field he ran over to her and be-
gan jumping and prancing all about
her, seeking to attract her attention,
that she might pet him as she did
the little lamb.
But instead Of petting him the lit
tie girl was frightened. She cried,
and then her big brother the farm
er's boy, came and drove of the big
goat with a stick, and ended by Civ,
ing him good beating,
81 suppose you are satisfied now,
you silly fellow" contemptuously
said the wise goat to his mistaken
brother. "You would have been
much happier If you had been con-
tent to stay here and eat greasy pa
pers and tomato cans. 1t is better
to act like good goat than like a
bad imitation OF a lamb"
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

COeia Cough BaIsRm
Ia the oldest and best, twin break up Cold quic
er than anything else. ills always reliable TrytA
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23

Bhiloh's Consumption Cure
. sold on guaranteed II cures Inclplent Consumpn
Ion. II Is the best Cough Cure &cts.' Hoeta OioA
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
One of the oldest Of PuzaIes.

The puzzle that we give here has
not occupied public attention lately,
but it is one of the oldest known, and
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
HEAD AND SHOULDERS

iAO AMI pI1OOASOhItp
above every other blood
purifier, stands Doctor
Pierce's Golden Medical
Discovery. Zoe tho evil
dencs Of II. It's sold in
every case, on trial. II
1t ever fails to benefit or
cure, you have your
| money back.
, In restoring your
strength, when you're
rundown" and used
up;" In cleansing your
blood from every impur.
ity, whether IT'S q simple
eruption or the worst
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
FOR LITTLE FOLKS.
A COLUMN or PARTICULAR IN
TEREST TO THEM.

Something TINT WIN interest the Juvenile
Members of Every Household-Q Quaint 40
lions and Bright Sayings of Many Cute
and Cunning Children.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1893-11-23
A. W. GLEASON

Halls Catarrh Cure Is taken internally and
acts directly on the blood and mucous sur
faces of the system. Send for testimonials,
free. +. j. CHENEY 4 CO., Toledo, o.
~ Sold by Druggists, 75c.