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The Washington bee., 1894-03-10
The Humbug of Palmfstry.

After many experiments with those
considered most successful, and a
study of the subject in the light of
anatomy, physiology and natural coin
cldences. l regard palmistry as with
out basis in science or sense.
That no two hands have ever been
absolutely similar is indisputable.
When critically examined, no two
leaves or flowers, though of the same
species, appear exactly alike; much
less would such complex organiza tions
as human hands be found without diff
ference.
General conclusions can therefore be
drawn from the shape and size Of the
hands as to strength, suppleness, cir
culation Of blood, temperament and
the size of the form to which they be-
long. But even here a large margin
must be allowed for departures from
general rules. Huge hands are some
times the modification of small and
otherwise beautiful women, while gi-
ants are found with small feet and
hands. Sometimes large feet and
diminutive hands are possessed by the
same persons. Walker and Darwin
observed that the hands of the chill
dren of laboring men are larger from
birth than those Of persons whose an
cestors have lived idle lives, or have
been engaged in vocations not requir-
ing the use of the hands. Though such
children might become renowned for
intellectually or proficiency in art, the
large hand might be transmitted to
several generations.
What is justly allowed to chirognomy
is true Of every other part of the body,
in its proportiOnate relation to the sum
Of human activity. With these rational
conclusions the votary of palmistry
will not be content. 1t is mystery he
seeks, and power to read the past,
present and future, which nature has
denied to man.
The sole and sufficient cause of diff
; ferent lines in different persons is the
difference in the shape and size Of the
| hands, elasticity Of skin, strength and
| use of the muscles, and external pres
sure. Therefore hands of different
persons are not alike, nor both hands
of the same person. Mr.. Francis Gal
| toms remarks, in his work Finger
Prints" are to the point:
The palms of the hands and the
totally distinct classes of marks. The
most conspicuous are the creases or
folds of the skin, which interest the
| followers of palmistry, but which are
no more significant to others than the
creases in old clothes; they show the
lines of most frequent fexure, and
nothing more"
For lines to be an Indication of any
thing mental, moral or emotional, it
would be necessary for them to be
evolved under the influence of nerves
connected with the brain centres, in
which the said intellectual and moral
qualities inhere; but superinduced
from the periphery, they can mean
nothing except more or less of differ
ent motions and use.-Rev. J. NJ. Buck
ley, D. D., in the Century.
II lA1 l. III
The Washington bee., 1894-03-10
He Wanted To Play.

( There are few people who care to
risk an encounter with a lunatic. Most
sof us would consider discretion the
ibetter part Of yalor'' in such a case,
99and make good use Of our feet.
Recently one of the inmates Of the
fasylum at Flatbush, Long Island. made
his escape. A gentleman, walking
Through the grounds, came across him.
land his suspicion being aroused by the
mans manner, quickened his pace and
tturnei in another direction to avoid
ihim.
, Much to his alarm the lunatic started
yafter on the run.
The gentleman was elderly and stout.
but fear lent him wings. and he few
over the ground 1T j pace which would
have done credit to a professional
| lsprinter.
He ran for two miles. his pursuer
close at his heels and then his wind
agave out and lie could get no further
Trembling with fright and painting for
'breath, be leaned up against a fence
and gave himself up for lost.
The lunatic dashed up and stretching
long, bony hand at him, cried
gr'-The Household.
The Washington bee., 1894-03-10
Slight Discrepancy,

Mr. Dadson lin one corner of the
ballroom)-By gee that boy of mine
has danced with more girls than any
other young fellow in the room. He
is just his father over again
Mrs. Dadson lin another corner of
the rooml-lt is just amazing to note
how confident and how popular Willie
is with the young ladies. He isn't a
bit like his father was at his age.-In-
dianapolis Journal
The Washington bee., 1894-03-10

Cures Coughs, Colds, Asthma, Bronchitis.
and all Scrofulous Humors.
Get the Genuine Artfc1e.-The great popularity
Of Wilbor' s Compound of Cod-LiUer Oil and LimsS
has induced some unprincipled persons attempt TO
palm off simple article Of their manufacfure;
but any who Is suffering from Coughs Colds or
this article The results Of its its best recon-
mendations and the proprietor has ample evidence on
file OF its great success in pulmonary conpIants The
Phosphates possess most marvellous healing power
combined with ehe pune Cod-Liver Oil by Dr. wilbor.
by 4. B. WILBoR Chemist, Boston. and ali druggtsts
The Washington bee., 1894-03-10

orld's Fair eNtor;ionairas now know
it is themselves. They have been
e to accept S2I5.216 for claims of
701.- Chicago Post
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
his black skin can be better imagin-
ed than described.
Look Toward the Light.

In sickroom there was little
rosebush in a pot in the window.
There was only one rose on the bush,
and its face was turned full toward
the light. This fact was noticed and
spoken of, when one said that the
rose would look no other way save
toward the light. Experiments
have been made with it; it has been
turned away from the window, its
face toward the gloom of the interi-
or, but in a little time it would re-
sumo its old position. With Won
derful persistence it refused to keep
it's face toward the darkness and in
sisted OH ever looking toward the
light. The rose has its lesson fol
us.
We should never allow ourselves
to face toward life's gloom. We
should never sit down in the shadow
Of any sorrow and let the night
darken over us into the gloom OF
despair. We should turn our faces
away toward the light and quicken
every energy for drawer duty and
truer, holier service. Grief should
always make US better and give us
new skill and power; it should make
our hearts softer, our spirits kind
lier, our touch more gentle; it should
teach us its holy lessons, and we
should learn them, and then go on
with sorrows sacred ordination up
on us to new love and better ser.
vice. Selected.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
He Knew the Process.

NJ. and Mdme. Delaine were
French missionaries in Basutoland.
Marie, their eldest daughter, had
Just returned from two years
sojourn in Paris, where she had
been to finish her education.
She had heard all the home news,
and was inquiring about the natives,
when Madame Delaine remarked:
There is one new convert that
will please you"
"Who is that?" asked Marie.
"Old Pitso. He is to receive his
first communion tomorrow. Old
Sana, his wife, was one Of our first
converts, but Pitso has been per-
feet mule.
"Is not my father pleased? ?" asked
Marie; "for he must have been try
ing to convert him for more than
twenty years"
He is, indeed" replied her moth
err. "And Marie, just take HIM
down this bar of soap, and remind
him gently that he must have a
thorough good wash before he
comes to church tomorrow, for his
cleanliness is none of the best.
Marie duly gave Pitso the soap,
accompanied by a strong hint or
two, and left him, saying:
II shall look for you in church
o.morrow, and / hope you will
look so nice. | shall be quite
pleased to see you"
Now, Pitso was very old, and the
wool and the thick stubby beard
that covered the lower part of his
face was perfectly white, or as near
white as Pitso's daily habits would
permit.
The next morning Marie looked
round for her protege among the
new communicates. She saw him
well to the front with his beady
eyes shining triumphantly.
Marie gazed at him for a moment
in speeches. amazement, then, in
spite of time and place, had the
greatest difficulty to control her
laughter. For old Pitso, from his
wife's post AS laundress of the mis-
sionary's family, knew the different
processes to be gone through before
their washing arrived at the neces-
sary perfection.
So in excess of zeal not only had
he washed himself, but he had
"blued" himself as well. And the
effect Of Ricketts, Paris Blue" on
his white wool and beard against
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Various Kinds of Ladies'.

The young husband had waited
with exemplary patience while his
wife made tour of inspection
through the various departments OF
the store. He counted the number
of street cars that passed and scan-
ned the shopping public with inter
est. Then he turned his attention
to the store windows and studied
the various bargains. When his
wife came out, she said in an apollo
getic manner:
I'm sorry to have kept you wait
ing so long, my dear, but had to
wait for my change an endless time.
Has it been awfully stupid out
here?n
"Oh, no." said the obliging hus-
band. ION the contrary, | have
learned that there are many kinds
of women | never dreamed of.
$50 you've been watching the
women" she snapped.
mo, but I've been looking in the
window, and | find that there are
navy blue ladies-you see the sign
Navy blue ladies suits AND
there are pink ladies-observe the
pink ladies' shirt waists. There
are tailor made ladies-there you
see proof of it in the tailor made
ladies suits. There are also reaI
ladies' as the placard Real ladies
handkerchiefs' testifies. No, don't
count the time lost"
Wbereupon his wife said that
she did not know what he was talk
ing about.-New York World.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
MORTGAGE SALE.


Default having been made in the conditions OF u
certain mortgage, bearing date the 9th day OF
April, 1891, and executed by and between Angus
o. Carmichael and Mary NJ. Carmichael Of the first
part and Florence NJ. Nj. Bardeen Of the second
part and duly recorded in the Office of the Regis
ter Of Deeds Tor the county Of Alpena, on the 9th
day Of April, 1884, in liber of mortgages, on page
35 by which said default the power of sale In said
mortgage contained has become operative, and II
being claimed that there Is now due and unpaid at
the date hereof, said mortgage the sum OF three
hundred and thrty-hve dollars ts335l, for principal
and interest, together with an attorney fee OF
fifteen dollars (tl5, provided for in said mortgage,
and no suit or proceeding, either at law or in
equity, having been instituted TO recover the
amount secured by said mortgage, or any part
thereof, now, therefore;
Notice is hereby given, that on Thursday, the
18th day of September, 1894, at clock IN the al.
tenoon of said day. at the front door or the Court
House, in the city of Alpena, county OF Alpena,
State Of Michigan, that being the building in which
the Circuit Court for said county in which said
mortgaged premises are situated is hold, there Will
be- sold at public auction, to the highest bidder
the premises described in said mortgage, or SO
much thereof may be necessary 10 satisfy the
said debt, the interest thereon, and said attorney
fe., and all costs and charges allowed by law. SAID
mortgaged premises situated in the city OF Al.
pena, county Of Alpena, state of Michigan, and
described follows: All that piece or parcel Of
land described in SAID mortgage as follows to wit
The northeasterly half OF lot number nine (9), in
block number seventy-two (72l, Of Hitchcock,
third addition TO the city of Alpena, according Il
the recorded plat thereof.
FLORENCE NJ NJ. BARDEEN,
Mortgage.
Dated June 6, 1894,
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
AAI~AMD AAEnINArno curea all vagn
MORTGAGE SALE.

Default having been made in the conditions Of a
certain mortgage, bearing date the fourth day OF
August. A. -. 1883, and executed by and between
James Napier and Elizabeth Napper of Wilson
William II. Dawson of the city Of Alpena, of the
second part, and duly recorded in the Office of the
Register of Deeds for the county of Alpena, on the
18th day of August, A. ID. 1888, in lber Of mort
cages, on page 254, and by which said default the
power of sale In said mortgage contained has be-
now due and unpaid at the date hereof, ON said
mortgage, the sum OF seven hundred and seventy
four dollars s774 for principal and interest, to-
gether with an attorney fee OF TWENTY-FIVE dollars
Is25 provided for in said mortgage, and suit or
proceeding, either at law in equity, having been
mortgage, or any part thereof, now, therefore;
Notice Is hereby given, that on Friday, the 18th
day Of September A. ID. 1894, at two o'clock in the
afternoon of said day, at the front door OF the
Court House, on Chisholm street. in the city OF AL
pena, county Of Alpena, and state Of Michigan
that being the building in which the Circuit Court
for said county in which said mortgaged premises
are situated Is held, there will be sold at public
auction, TO the highest bidder, the premises de-
scribed in SAID mortgage, or 80 much thereof al
terest thereon, and said attorney fee, and all cost,
and charges allowed by law. Said mortgaged prem
ses situated in the township Of Wilson, county
! of Alpena, State of Michigan, and described "a
follows: All that piece or parcel Of land described
In said mortgage as follows, to wit: The southeast
quarter OF the southeast quarter of section twelve
(2l, In township thirty 1907 north, Of range six &c
east and the northwest quarter of the northwes
quarter Of section eighteen 1s, in township thirty
$50 north, of range seven ~ east.
| WILLIAM II. DAWSON,
FRANK LIMERICK,
| Attorney for Mortgage.
| Dated June 9th, 1894.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

1t may not be known to the gen.
eral reader that rihe-hall DETECTED
from its course Immediately resumes
its line of flight after trimming the
object it is unable to pass directly
through. This is to say, ball
turned from its course by a rib
passes under the skin until it reaches
a point automatically opposite to
the point where it entered the SOL
dier's body, and then passes out, re-
suming its exact flight if enough
Of its initial velocity remains.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

ed to show them their husbands
faces in brook which ran near by
for a slight remuneration. So,
paying the sum, they followed the
bag to the brook, as they were
very curious to see how she could
do so wonderful thing, and also
anxious to see their future husbands.
But instead of beholding the faces
of the men they so fondly hoped
for, they saw their own.
I'VE can see nothing but our
own faces" said one.
'Very true, men," replied the
sagacious fortune teller, "but these
will be your husbands faces when
you are married" -Philadelphia
Times.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
A Million Friends,

A friend in need is friend indeed, and
not less than one million people have
found just such friend in DIR. Kings New
Discovery for Consumption, Coughs, and
Colds. If you have never used this Great
Cough Medicine, one trial will convince
you that it has wonderful curative powers
in all diseases of Throat, Chest and Lungs.
Each bottle is guaranteed to do all that Is
claimed or money refunded. Trial bottles
free at j. E. Field & Co.'s Drug store.
Large bootleg soc and ST.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

He expected to hear Dick plead for
mercy, and had taunts to hurl back
at his pleadings. His expectations
were not realized, for Dick Wilson
would never ask mercy of a rene
gade, whose hands were dyed in the
blood of women and children.
Higher and higher leaped the
flames, and for the first time in his
life, the trapper prayed. The smoke
blinded him, and he nerved him
self to meet the crisis which he felt
was near.
Suddenly he heard a shout, and
the next moment the burning brands
were hurled in every direction; his
bonds were severed, and he fell into
the arms of Ocomo. The renegade
was furious at this unexpected in
terruption of his fendish pleasure,
and he turned fercely upon the
chief"
"Why has Ocomo done thlsP
Speak. his warriors await his an
swer.
THE white Indian commands not
Ocomo's warriors; he can speak for
himself!" said the chief, drawing
himself up proudly, and casting a
look of hatred at him who dared to
question his authority. The warri-
ors gathered around their chief to
hear what he would say to justify
his conduct.
"Warriors," he said, "many moons
ago Ocomo was hunting in the
great woods. He saw a great bear
and fired at it, but his aim was not
sure, and the fierce brute was only
wounded. Before Ocomo could re.
load his rifle, the bear was upon him
and clasped him in his arms. The
scalping knife was drawn and plung
ed into the bears side, but it die
not kill him. The chiefs power
failed, and he gave himself to ka
ia Manitou, and fell down to die
But then the crack Of a rifle wa
heard, and the bear fell dead. L
was a pale face who saved Ocomo
and he told him he would never b
forgotten. Now he has saved tina
pale-face from the stake, what d
l the warriors say?" and the keel
eye of Ocomo glanced among tn
'' assembled Indians.
}. "Ocomo is brave! The pale-fac
d is free!" came from every mont
save the renegade's.
1.-THE pale-faced hunter can go t
his lodge and live in peace" sal
!, the chief,
Dick grasped his deliverer's hant
NJ and turned to go. Pete darted
It fierce look at Ocomo, which scale
y, his doom.
* 1.-THE white Indian cannot DIVE
% with Ocomo any longer He mus
find other hunting grounds. Go!
50 With an oath, Pete turned an
left the village never to return
e. Dick Wilson returned to his cab
N in, and lived there for many years
e at peace with the red men. An
I, many night an old Indian, who's
i; hair was white as snow, would com
Of to his cabin and tell stories of tn
Of war-path and the chase. Reade
is that aged Indian was Ocomo.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
The Big Four.

Having the needed merit to more than
make good all the advertising claims for
them, the following four remedies have
reached phenomenal sale. DIR. Kings
New Discovery, for Consumption, Coughs
and Colds, each bottle guaranteed-Electric
Bitters, the great remedy for Liver, Stom-
ach and Kidneys.-Bucklen' Arnica Salve,
the best in the world, and DR.. Kings New
Life Pills, which are a perfect pill. All
these remedies are guaranteed to do just
what is claimed for them and the dealer
whose name is attached herewith will be
glad to tell you more Of them. Sold at J.
T.. Field e Co.'s Drugstore.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Bucklen's Arnica Salve,

The Best Salve in the world for Cute,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Corns, and all skin Eruptions, and positive.
ly cures Piles, or no pay required. II Is
guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or
money refunded. Price % cents q box.
For sale by J. E. Field & Co.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
'here ;s q no;nt near tho g,

There is point near the famous
stony cave, in the Catskill Noun.
tains, where Ice may be found on
any day in the year. This locality
is locally known as the Notch, and
is walled in on all sides by steep
mountains, some of which are more
than 5000 feet high.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

It's not generally known that when
q person falls into the water com.
mon felt hat can be made use of az
a life preserver. BY placing the
hat upon the water, rim down with
the arm round it pressing it slightly
to the breast, it will bear man up
for hours.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The scholars were asked to write
sentence which should contain
the pronoun 81" and a small color
ed pupil perpetrated this:
MY mother made a shortcake.
1t was SO short didn't get any of
tx.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Kept Her Word.

Two young ladies were walking
in the woods one day, when they
were accosted by an old and much
shriveled gypsy, who politely offer
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
ARGUS
MISCELLANEOUS.
1T STRUCK.

1T STRUCK.
The thunder doomed. the lightning dashed.
The rain came pouring down.
Against the pane the torrents dashed
A shower had struck the town
And Mr.. Brown from soundest sleep
Awakened by the din,
Got up In haste TO try TO keep
The wet from coming IN.
Just as he shut the window down,
There came fash and crash
Together, At TO send the town
To one eternal smash.
And Mr.. Brown. quite startled, jumped
With nervousness and fright,
His head against the sash he bumped
OH twas Hateful night
Then Mrs. Brown beneath the clothes
Lightning she didn't like
Exciaimed-or so the story goes
"Oh, Amosl did IL strikei"
And Mr.. Brown, with aching head
In both his clasped hands hid,
swore softly 10 himself and said
"Well, 1 should say It did"
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE.

State of Michigan, County Of Alpena.--ss.
In the matter of the estate of Michael Fox, de-
ceased.
Notice is hereby given, that in pursuance of an
order ranted TO the undersigned, James Fox, ad-
mnistrator of the estate of said Michael Fox, de-
ceased by the Hon Judge of Probate, for the coun-
there will be sold at public vendue, TO the highest
bidder at the Court House, in the county of Al.
pena, in said state, on Monday, the 9th day of
that day rsubject 10 all encumbrances by mortgage
or otherwise existing at the time of the death Of
said deceased or at the time OF sale, and also SUBJ
iect 10 the rikht of dover and the homestead rights
OF the widow of said deceased thereinl the follow
ing described real estate, TO wit: Lot number two
f2l in block number fifty l50l OF the original viii
iage, city, OF Apena. according TO the recorded
plat thereof.
7wiI69 Administrator.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
LANGWORTHY & HlSER.

Before fitting out your table with
new dishes, come and look over our
line. We will be sure to please
you with our large assortment of fancy
and plain ware, also toilet sets In
many and beautiful designs.
japanese baskets in all sizes, work
baskets, lunch baskets in all kinds
for use or ornament.
Pins 1c paper. Thread 10c DE-.
Laces in cotton and linen torchon,
fine orientals, valencienn, in new and
pretty patterns.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
t, Diseased Men!
sNATcHED FROM THE oRAvEi
A Warning Prom the Living.

Emissions Cured. AT IS learned ba,
habit. Had losses for seven years. Triec
four doctors and nerve tonics by the score
without benefit. j became a nervous wreck
A friend who had been cprcd by Drs. Kennel,
4 Kergan Of a similar disease, advised me Il
try them. did SO, and in two months wal
positively cured. This was eight years ago
am now married and have two health,
children" Nv. LEWIS. Saginaw. Mich
usrlcccele Cured. "varicocele, the result Of
carly vice, made life miserable. i was weak
hair thin. dreams and losses at night, no am
hilton. The Golden Monitor" opened my
ayes. The Now Method Treatment OF Drs;
Kennedy 4 Kcrgan curcd mo in few weeks.
l. T. PETERSON, fonia, Mich.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
MYSTERIES!
The Nervous System the Seat
Of Life and Mind. Recent
Wonderful Discoveries.

No mystery has ever compared with that OF
human life 1t has been the leading subject
OF professional research and study I'm all ages.
But Notwithstanding this fact 10 Is not gener-