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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

A local ice dealer toll a JOURNAL re-
porter Saturday that the ice this season was
qualify as good if not better than last. It
Is very clear and firm and seems to present
very pure appearance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The union prayer meetings will be con-
tinued this week. One WIS held in the
Baptist vestry Monday evening. Tuesday
evening it will be at the Friends church
Wednesday evening at the Congregational,
Thursday evening at the Free Baptist and
Friday evening at the Friends church.
Everybody is cordially invited.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Rev John A. Blevipgton, who occupied
the pulpit in Christ church, Episcopal. Snn-
day, departed on the Monday morning
trsin for his home in b ston. He was de-
lighted With his trip to this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Judge Larrabee informed JOURNAL re-
porter recently, that not near a. many ar
rests were made this year as last and an ex-
ceptionally small amount was received in
fines. The tramps are scarce and very lit
tie drunkenness has prevailed. This is
creditable comment in favor of the city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Matt Ames Of X .ndolph, bridge carpen-
ter on the NJ. C II. R., was able to be out
Monday after an attack of the prevalent
influenza.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

As sign of the rapid progress of repub-.
iican ideas in France it has been noted that
snfy Sc persons of title hold seats in the
chamber OF deputies. There were go
twenty years ago.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

A JOURNAL reporter was shown a large
number of petitions Monday, which were
sent to the secretary of the Workingmen's
Protective Tariff League, denounciog the
Wilson tariff bill. Some 20 petitions have
been forwarded to Hon. Seth L. Milliken,
having about 1900 names in opposition to
this bill
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

A Gaspar di Salo, in the possesAion of
Collector Elias Howe of Boston. is believed
to he probably the oldest violin in America.
The instrument which was made about 800
years ago, was bought in Italy, but its his
tory is unknown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

One of the electric cars is disabled on &C
count of broken gear and one car is now
doing the work of the road, Masking trips
on the hour. 1t will probably be several
days before the damage can be repaired.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

There was large attendance at the Uni
versalist church Sunday at the interesting
address given by Rev. J. F. Leland of Au-
gusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Following q plan which has been in 81 ;.
cessful operation in other cities for some
time. Secretary Msthews of the Y. M. C.
A. conducted the regular afternoon service,
Sunday, in the Congregational vestry a. =
linked service" the ladies - we'll a. the
men being in attendance. There were
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

TIE Methodist Episcopal Sunday school
of Randolph, has been recognized. They
elected officers as follows: Superintend-
ent, George White; secretary, Miss Ada
Wyman treasurer, Mrs. F. o. Marsoo.
The pa.tor, Rev. Mr.. Folsom, is conduct
ing revival services iu the church this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

An employee in one of the paper mile.
named VIM. Gray, had his head cut yester-
lay by the handle of one of the machines
flying of and striking him. 1t was not a
very s,rious wound.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

A. j. Hartman left Monday morning for
Lewiston to visit his daughter Gertie, who
10 attending the training school at Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The friends Of Jacob Peach, second pilot
on the "Kepnebec," will be sorry to learn
that be is very low and death may come Al
any time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

J. W. Berry give his first talk Monday
at Highland avenue grammar school on
scenic painting. He had a miniature stage
on the plat ,rm and confined his remarks
to the decorating Of stage scenery and stage
property, including the drop curtain. To.
day he will give the same talk before the
Central street school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The employees Of the Hathaway Shirt
Factory who have for the past two or three
m ,nths been working on schedule of eight
hours day. commenced Monday morning
to work on the full time schcdul, of 10
hours day.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

d. A. Smell Of New Bedford, Mass, has
been in the city. The purpose of Mr..
SMELLS visit to Maine is to purchase a mate
for fast young driving horse which he
now possesses.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Gardner can boast of dne fire depart
ment aud complete arrangements for sub
DUNG FIRE. A sum of money is expended
each gear 10 keep the hydrants shovelled
ont
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The Farmin9dsle Whist Club meets next
Wednesday eveniI Nth Mrs. L. c. Bal
lard. The club has about "a members and
the meetings have been especially interest
iua this season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Fancy cards we're placed in the hotels and
other places Monday giving particulars re-
gar ling the Maine Central ball to be held
Feb. l4th in Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The Y. M. C. A., meeting Sunday was
the best hel . for several months. The work
of Sec. +. s. Hamlin is bringing excellent
results,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Mr.. George Runnells sold his chestnut
PAGER. Fred r., at public auction on Satur-
day, auctioneer C. G. Carlton conducting
the sale. The horse was bough. by E. C.
Hamlinton for $50.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Harold r. Smith. who is stud, ing law in
the office of Heath & Tuell Of Augusta, was
here Monday on his way to his home in
White field.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Mrs. P. M. Brann, who has been stop
ping for few days with her husband,
S ,pt. Brann of the Electric Road, returned
M onday mort ing to her home in Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

There were two dodgers a. the police sta
ton over Sunday. Thy were arrested by
the night policeman about II o'clock Satur-
day night for creating drunken dis.urbal ce.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The Highland avenue grammar school re-
sumed " ork yesterday, Prof. J. w. Chad
wick being able to attend to hi, duties as
principal. -.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The Knights of p thiss are making r.
rangements for the anniversary exercises
which will be held on Thursday, Feb. IA.
They anticipate good time.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The New England Theater Company
played "rhe Lucky Rancho" to a good
sized audience, Monday night. The COM
paDy will be here three nights more.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Sisson closed thu If evange-
listic labors in Oakland Sunday night and
have returned to their home in Worcester.
Mass
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

George F. Terrey of the Sawyer Pub
fishing Company, was in Augusta on bust.
ness Mondly. s+...t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Monday evening the following named
officers of Dirigo Lodge, No. /, A. o. U.
W., were installed by Grand Master A. G.
Andrews of Augusta: L. A. Ross, M. w.
G. s. Steward, F.; A. Z. Gardner, o.; E.
G. H. Smith. recorder; S. f. johnson,
financier; w. L. Tcz,er, receiver
J. w. Swift, G.; Allen W.
knight, l. W.; l.. 4. Monson, o. W.
They also initiated about 30 candidates.
A fine supper was served ant the event wa
interesting. Several applications were sent
in last evening. During the year 81 appli-
cations have been presented. Past Master
workman George E. Hathaway reports the
lodge in very prosperous condition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16
WATERVILLE.

Albert Wade was in Augusta on business
Monday,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Winnie L. Trask of Randolph left on the
morning train for Lancaster. Mass, where
she will visit friends for a few weeks.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

An exciting game of polo was played on
the ice Monday afternoon between the
High School team and the Mugs Landir
team. The score stood 3 to 3.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Rev. A. 7. Ringold left Monday for Ma
tick, Mass, where he will assist Rev. Mr..
Eaton in a series of revival ser, ices.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Monday afternoon the Ladies Auxiliary
of the Y. M. c. A. held its annual meeting
in the new rooms of the association. They
elected officers as follows: President.
Mrs. Daniel LonRfellow; fret vice preti-
dent. Mrs. w. +. Studley; second vice
president, Mrs. George Bowie; third vice
president, Mrs. John Mari; fourth
vice president. Mrs. Philip Holmes; fifth
vice president, Mrs. j. S. Msxry !;
sixth vice president, Mrs. Fred Dan
forth; seventh vice president, Mrs.
Frank Mesdy; Sec, Miss Sarah B.
Adams; treas, Mrs. Henry harrington.
The auxiliary has received S3l from dues
during the year. They expended 1911 so in
aiding the association outside of the work
of the auxiliary. The cash on hand
amounts to 50 60. The attendance was good
and the interest in the work of the auxiliary
il very encouraging to the managers. They
are considering the holding ola fair very
soon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Overseer of he Poor Levi Greenleaf of
Lewiston was in Gardiner Saturday, look
ing after pauper who belongs in that city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Mrs. Jane Brown arrived Monday after
noon from Waterville and is visiting rela-
tives ia town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Mrs. Hiram Littlv6eld returned Monday
from two weeks visit to friends at Her
mon Pond.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

James Parker, formerly clerk in the store
of l. w. Rogers, was. calling on old &C.
quaintances in the city Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16
OAKLAND.

Mrs. George II Vinegar is visiting her
sister in Lowell, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16
DAILY KENNEBEC JOURNAL. TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 1894

about ESQ, by actusl count. In attendance
and The service was a most interesting one.
II i. probable this plan Of service VIII oe
followed more fr. aaently in the future.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Fall on business in connection with the
Portland & Rumfcrj Falls Railway, OF
Nhich he is chief engineef.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

NJ 8. w. H. Stewart of Lewisttn was in
the city Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Among Saturdays departures was Mrs.
VIM. Snow of r ndolph, who went to Port
land for a short visit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

On account of the illness of the teacher
Miss Sarah Lord, the Water street pri.
mary school has bet closed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The Epworth League will hold its month
ly meeting Thursday evening at the home
of Luella Wax field on High street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16
HALLOWELL,

Mr.. F. S. H .m'et has again taken up
drawing in the high school.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

~ 1t is probable that the "Gipsey Queen
will be presented soon under the manage.
mrnt of Miss A. M. Gardner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The meeting of the Bombahook Glee
Club will be held at the Methodist vestry
this evening at o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Frederic Danforth, civil engineer of this
city, LETT Monday morning for Mechanic
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

{ Among those who l-ftOn the 1928 train
Monday morning was Mrs. C. S. Whitney
for Allston, Mass. '.-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Appleton Webb left Monday for Port
land on short business trip, and will prof.
ably visit Boston besore his return. ...
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The funeral of the little son of Mr.. and
Mrs. F.. w. Robinson of Dresden, will take
place Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

JOURNAL reporter some curious old fire.
arms Monday. One old gun was made in
IVA and was used in the Revolutionary
War. Another odd-looking gun was made
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Our local &c ,man, Mr.. Fred Moore, will
c ,mmeuce to cut ice on the Cascade pond
this week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

The funeral of Mr.. Charles Lehman will
take place Wednesday, at 2 O'Clock, from
his IA hers home. '.''-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Harry d. Eaton, Esq, was in Skowhe-
gan over Sunday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Mrs. C. NJ. Drake, who has been ill fol
several weeks, is still confined to her bed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Mrs. Emily Wright left Monday morn
ing for Canton to visit friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

II. A. Battalia AMI wife arrived Sunday
and are stopping at the Elmwood.. -s.s -.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Monday was busy day upon the street
and business was quite good.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

E. d. Tasker & Co. expect TO rece i've a
carload of horses from the West this week
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

Last evening Miss Marion Haddock en-
tertained the Y. l.. NJ. G.. Society.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16
GARDINER.

Owing to illness, DR.. w. P. Gildings is
confined to his house.
E. ID. Tasker left for Boston Monday,
on few days business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

There will be q concert and supper at tn,
First Baptist church this evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1894-01-16

A local dealer says mink fur is quite
plenty and the quality good.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1894-06-14
Ae4.ae Raid

Chas NJ, Taylor. Chi lad rol he
ipternel revenue servic, uisde a ,nd,
some seize on some mounshine liquor
last Thursday at Mountain City, in
Johnson county. Something oyer 100
gallons of this mountain dew" had
hern hraught to that pace from n. G..
b. pne j l.. Hayes, anrt Iious mHon
shiuer oil That sectiol. On Of tho q d
uty marshal at Mountain City got
some clue to the abundance Of moon
shine, which had been brought in a
two horse covered wagon, which is
characteristic OF the North Caroliuians
and stored in house for safe keeping
He at once dispatched Mr. Taylor, OF
this city, and the two made move TO
geE The liquor and parties.
But the moonshine men got wind Of
the officers in time 10 make their es-
cape, They, with some others inter,
ested, ran into the house where the
kegs were stored, blew out the lights
and each seizing load made his es.
cape into the darkn, IS OF the night,
leaving only nine five gallon kegs for
the officers. The wagon in which the
stuff had been hauled was seized by
the officers, but the sly moonshiners
succeeded in getting tpeir horses from
the stable and took them also. The
stuff seized was brought to this city
Friday,
This ]. l.. Hayes is the same moon
sinner with whom ex.Deputy Collector
W, X. Martin had so much trouble
during his term of work. Hayes is one
of the worst men in Western North
Carolina, has been in number OF
scrapes and so soon as he is liberated
from one, half a dozen are presented,
until the law can now grant him no
quarters.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1894-06-14
FROM 'POSSUM HOLLOW.
"Ben BOwlegs" Writes An Interesting
Letter to The Comet.

EDITUR CONT -
Deer Sur.-Last week promist 2
tel u eff pap townd his umbrereller.
u bet he did find it, an about lorty-
elebenteen more. He went at it like
this Last sundy he got up in the
church aftur the preechun an SEE !:
"Laidys an jentilmen, it is a fackt,
vel moan 2 miself an sevurel uthers,
that, on last sundy, sumboddy stold
mi umbrereller. now, i've got him
spotted, an Good denownse his naim
rite hear ef wanted 2, but i will spair
his naim until next sundy; an let Me
sa rite now, in the presense ov awl oy
u, tibet eff mi umbrerelier ant in mi
backyard tomorer mornin bi 5 o'clock,
i'll get up hear next Sunday, an de-
nownse his naim b4 the hole conger-
gashunn "nows mi time," sez 2 mi
self "now i'll saiv a licken by bringin
it hosm 2nite." Wei, when mite cum
stold the church an got it I'm left
it in the backyard, slipt in the howse
an went to bed. when we Weakened
up in the mornin the hole yard wuz
full ov umbrerellers ov awl kinds. it
wuz hard fer pap 2 tel which wiz
hisun. he pickt out the best won an
SEE hes goin 2 put bawl an chane 2
it; but hes happi now, fer hes runin
an umbrereller stoar, with a capitul
stock of forty-eleben.een umbrerellers.
he ant sold nun yet, but he ma maik
sum mummy lonin EN- out an gettin
back bettur wuns, but he doant NO
yet hoo tuck hisun. doant CESS he'd
lick me now tho, bein as I've been
the cawse ov him gittin sech good
stock in traid,
yores trewley,
BEN BowLEes.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1894-06-14
FROM BRUSH CREEK.

DEAR EDITOR AS others have
been writing, / thought ] would write
a few lines also. THE COMET comes
to my home once week, and 1 can
see letters from other places, but moth
ing representing our place.
There is preaching at our school
house (Bell's schoolhouse) every Sab
bath, except the fifth Sabbath school
everySabbath morning at nine o'clock I;
prayer meeting every Sunday night
at seven o'clock. There is preaching
at Antioch Baptist church every first
Sunday In the month, Sabbath school
every Sabbath evening at three o'clock
and prayer meeting every Saturday
night at 80 O'Clock, all of which are
we'll attended, especially by the young
people who are now taking the lead"
Mr.. and Mrs. Edmund Miller, Of
Southern California, are visiting Nc
Intyre, of Miller's Sidetrack. They
attended Sabbath school at Bells last
Sabbath, and Mr.. Miller gave very
interesting talk to the young people
which encouraged them greatly, and
they appreciated it very much.
Rev. Wilcox, of Buffalo, preached
Sunday at 10 80 o'clock. Mr.. Wilcox
is young, but We believe him to be
sincere in the work
Charles Williams, Of johnson City
attended prayer meeting at the church
Saturday night
Miss Nell Lyle, of the city, was Wis
iting homefolks Sunday.
Miss Lottie Mcintyre, OF Jonesboro
was out to see her "mamma" Sunday
A. II. Bayless, who has been on the
sick list for some time, and Alex. Oil
yer who was bruised apd robbed, arr
recovering slowly.
Chas. Salts, OF Jonesboro, was GU
Sunday night, ready to wait upon hi
little girl, Maud
We think, like Gen Bowlegs," tina
II you will give space for this letter
we will try to write again. Success
to THE COMET, JANE (the cook }
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1894-06-14
The Why and Wherefore.

There is nothing marvellous in the
fact that Hoods sarsaparilla should
cure so many diseases. When you re-
member that majority OF the disor-
ders flesh is heir to" ale due TO inn
pure or poisonous condition of the
blood, and that Hoods Sarsaparilla is
an effective and radical blood purifier,
the whole thing is explained.
Besides its blood purifying qualities,
Hoods Sarsaparilla also contains the
best known vegetable stomach tonics,
diuretics, kidney remedies and liver
invigorants, and is thus an excellent
spefic Tor all disorders Of these organs,
as we'll as for low condition OF the sys.
tenn or That Tired Feeling.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1894-06-14
Chnrcl, Supper.

The Young Peoples Society Of the
Southern M. E church served refresh
ments Friday night in the old store
building at tho corner of Main and
Buffalo streets.
Tho supper consisted largely OF ice
cream and Strawberries and a mysti-
lying menu 1t was we'll attended
and netted handsome proceeds.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1894-06-14
plcs. the Fealher Man.

Tncr,is acpnvasser with George r..
Sh ION, the leather rcn yat,r, whom
the Buys G .ll Dick D, ndnlau Dick is
p nFHve !, { the +0ld Dominion" but
he l'ar All th nm g,netmn Of the
ori nj NNtaaA i-r. :, tea lor the
m.u - ln wnsn h eapr'ai III
boys at he livery stable at nights with
his marvellous tales, but he clai ns to
be the possessor Of a long handle va
riety Of gourds and carries around
with him a pocket full Of the seed Tor
gratuitUus distribution among his
friends and pastors. He claims that
his brother seut him the seed of these
gourds irol. South America, and that
the handles sometimes grow to the
length OF six feet. The natives, he
says, put sails on the handles OF these
gourds and make voyages on the seas.
They always grew TO the ground. II
vine is up in tree every gourd will
stretch his handle till it reaches the
ground. Dick feels that he is doing
his part by the farmer by giving him
a gourd that will enable him TO sit on
his back porch and dip water out OF
the spring without getting up.
But his calabash philanthropy is
not all that distinguishes Richard
Deadman; he has been selected as
one Of a committee OF three Arabic
scholars to bring out a revised version
Of the Arabian Nights in 1898.
Snapp says If Dick would quit talk
ing five minutes he would die.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1894-06-14
Free Entertainment.

The quartette of the American Tenn
perance University, Of Hartman,
Tenn, will give an entertainment at
the Baptist Church next Monday
night. This quartette is one of the
best in the South and will give a
highly enjoyable entertainment. Prof.
John A. Hicks, member OF the quar-
tette, sang at the Worlds Fair. Talk
on temperance will be made by the
company, including DR., ]. F. Spence,
chancellor of the University. The
program consists of speech and song in
the intrest of temperance and educa
ton.