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The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
POTATOES HIS ONLY WEAPONS
How Humorous Kentucky Dominic
Brought the Code Into RIdicuie.

How Humorous Kentucky Dominic
Brought the Code Into RIdicuie.
One way OF combating an evil prac-
tice is to make it ridiculous. 1t was
by this means that dueling was stop
ped in a certain district in Kentucky
some forty years ago. At that time
travelling preacher named Bowman, a
strong. muscular man. was conducting
series OF religious meetings in Ken
lucky AT one of them well-known
desperate character created a disturb
ancc. and being publicly rebuked by
Bowman sent him q challenge 10 fight.
The preachers first thought was to
treat the matter with silent contempt
Then he reflected that dueling was all
too common in that region. and he de-
cidcd TO accept the challenges.
As the challenged party Bowman
had the choice Of weapons. He Sc
lectcd half-bushcl Of large Irish po-
tatoas. and stipulated that his oppo-
ncnt must stand fifteen PAGES distant,
and that only one potato at time
should be taken from tho measure.
The desperate was furious, but
Bowman insisted upon his rights as
the challenged party, and threatened
to dcnouncc the fellow as a coward il
he made further objections Seeing
no way out of the scrupo the dcspcr-
ado ut last consented.
The contest took place on the out
skirts of the town. and almost every
body in the place turned out TO SEQ
the fun. The seconds arranged the
two men in position. by the side Of
each being IL ha!i-hashel measure
filed with good-siZcd POTATOES.
Bowman threw the first one. 1t
and fell IN pieces. \ shout of delight
went mp from the crowd, which fur
ricd the desperate and his potato flew
wide Of the mark. Bowman watched
his chance. and every time his oppo-
ncnt stopped for II potato another one
hit him in the side, leaving wet spot
on his clothes and then scattering on
ell sides. The fellow was hit in this
way five times; then the sixth potato
struck him in the short ribs. and he
lay on the grass doubled up with pain
and grooming Enough"
The bystandcrs went wild with de-
light. but Mr.. Bowman looked very
sober. The desperate was taken
home and put to bod, and there he
stayed for more than o week. And
when he again appeared he was greet
cd with so many JOKES that life was
almost burden to him. That was
the end OF dueling in that region.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

Eight divorces were granted in
Massachusetts in 1863 to persons who
had been married less than six months
and to seventeen persons who had been
married more than six months. but
less than "a year. One hundred and
ninety-siX persons had been married
more than twenty years, and forty.
nine persons had been married more
than thirty years before applying for
u divorce. The whole number of di-
vorccs granted last year was l,0ij.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
KNOWLEDGE

Brings comfort aud improvement and
tends to personal enjoyment when
rightly used. The many, who live bet
ter than Others and enjoy life more, with
less expenditure, by more promptly
adapting the worlds best products TO
the needs of physical being, will attest
the value to health of the pure liquid
laxative principles embraced in the
remedy, Syrup of Figs.
Its excellence is due To- lis proacnting
in the form most acceptable and pleas
ant to the taste, the refreshing and truly
beneficial properties of perfect lax
alive; effectnally cleansing the system,
dspelling colds, headaches and icvcrs
and permanently curing constination;
1t has given satisfaction to millions and
met with the approval of the medical
profession, because it acts on the Md
news, Liver and Bowels without weak
cning them and it is perfectly free from
every Objectionable substance.
Syrup of Figs is for sale by all drug
cists in soc and 81 bottles, but it is man-
iifactured by the California Fig Syrup
Co. only, whose name is printed on cveiy
package, also the name, Syrup of Figs,
and being well informed, you will not
accept any substitute ii offered.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
For the Well Rounded Figure.

Even in this age of frills and furbe-
lows the tailor made gown still holds
its own. 1t boasts of its plainness and
rcvels in it's strapped seams. A tailor
made gown of bluet covert cloth is
among the latest Partisan importations
The tight fitting bodice is boned to
perfection and fits like glove. 1t is
made with short basque and the
pointed revers fold back from chem
isette of velvet. Two rows of small
black bone buttons are its only decora-
ton. In order that the gown shall
not be too severe, a graceful coat of
bluet covert cloth is sold with it. This
coat is three quarter length and has
revers and facings of chinchilla.-New
York World.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
Professional Models.

The Photographic News proposes
to induce n number of people, both
male and female, big and little.
to form an association of models, and,
after sufficient training, to frequent
the picturesque and other localities to
which photographers are mostly at
tracted. On stick over his shoulder
the male would carry a bundle and the
female basket Oh her arm. each con-
tanning a number of inexpensive but
suitable costumes, and, to prevent mis-
understanding, a scale of fees might
he arranged, varying, of course. ac-
cording to the appearance or ability of
the model.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

On Dec. and Is. 1894. the North
western line will sell home seekers cy-
cursion tickets from stations in Illinois
and Iowa topoints in Nebraska. Wyom-
ing and Black Hills district of South
Dakota at very low rates for the round
trip; tickets good for return passage at
any time within twenty days from date
of sale. For tickets and detailed in
formation apply To agents Chicago &
Northwestern railway.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

c1p of butter, one cup of sugar, two
eggs, one teaspoonful of salt. two
thirds of a cake of compressed yeast.
Make II sponge with the milk, Yeast
and flour enough for thin batter.
Let this rise over night: in the morn
ing add the butter, eggs sugar well
beaten together the salt, flour
enough to make Il soft dough; mould
with the hands into balls and let them
rise very light. then bake
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
A Dog That La No sInnch.

speaking of dogs. said the hunter
at the grocery store, my dog is no
SLOUGH. l was ont fishing with him at
Sabatis pond the.other day. | was two
fish Shy of a mess and they wouldn't
bite. Said | to the dog, 'Scotty. Id
give II dollar1 for two more pickcrel.
The dog gave a leap; dove eight feet
out into the pond, was gone two min
utes and came back with one pickerel
in his mouth and the other under his
fore leg" -
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
Correct Expression.

Subscriber asks if the following cx-
preston is correct: sour modest task
of supplying those indispensable super
fiuities." The sentence relates to the
work of the flower mission. Answer:
While the expression may not be cor
rect according to the strictest CON
struction, it certainly is very pretty
way of expressing the idea. Flowers
are not absolutely indispensable.
neither are they supcrfuities to ccr-
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

crate. Many of them are wrought
with gold embroidery and combined
with other fur The latest is an Elton
Persian lamb with dashing reyers and
a high Medici collar. There is vest
of sealslin and band of sealsl<in in
serted in the cape like sleeves. Four
brilliant buttons of steel set in rhine
stones glisten on the front of the
jacket and a row of these beautiful
buttons fastcn the sleeve toward the
inside seam where the sealsliin is
joined to the Persian lamb. Old rose
brocade is used for the lining. New
York World
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
Plain Celery salad.

Wash some crisp white celery and
dry it on linen towel. Cut it in half
inch lengths. or in smaller pieces. as
some prefer it. Then pour mayun-
naisc dressing over it and serve at
once. Celery should never he allowed
To become wiltcd. as this destroys
much of the delicate flavor of the vcgc-
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

Portsmouth, N. H., Is the most for
cign looking city in this country. Its
quaint old buildings give il close re-
semblance to an old English harbor
town. Charleston, S. c., is, however,
almost equally interesting.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
business Forms.

Bcrenicc asks how to apply for Il
position by letter: also how to answer
an advertisement for same. Answer:
The following forms will be suitable:
Dear Sir-Noting your advertisement
in thc--of---, | reply in the hope of
securing the position, if it is as |
understand from the reading of the
adj. My qualifications are. am
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
only Allowed 1883 Miyo,.

In Ashantee no man is ever allow
to see one Of the kings wives, ana
should he happen, through accident,
to get glimpse OF one Of the "sacred
creatures" no Is forthwith put to
death. The law of that country al
lows the king TO have 1888 "help-
meets" and no more. These wives
all live on two long streets in the city
OF Coomasic, the Ashantee capital,
the quarters occupied by them being
locally known by word signifying
''heaven."
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
That Popular Little Jacket.


The belcro jacket in all its many
shapes is very dear%to the feminine
heart. 1t was fashionable last year,
and it is equally fashionable this win
ter. Perhaps it is,morc gorgeous than
ever before. Surely it is seen in more
novel shapes, and is decidedly more ex-
pensive. AS to its popularity, there is
no doubt Of it. One of this seasons
imported gowns, which other costumes
are modelled after, shows a chic little
bolcro of gold and black passemcnteric
The frocli is of rose tan zibeline cloth,
that new material which resembles "a
smooth surfaced camel's hair. The
many-gored skirt is untrimmed, save Il
band of sable around the bottom. The
bodice boasts of full accordion
plated front of rose-pinlS chiffon, fall
ing from round yoke of passemen-
terie The bolero, which is made of
the gold and black passementerie, also
forms cpaulettes over the puffed
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
THIS IS FOR WOMEN.
INTERESTING READING ABOUT
HOME AND STYLES.
A New Jacket OF Persian Lamb and
Seal slin--A Popular Little Jacket
For the Well Rounded Figure-Notcs
of the Modes.

Il A l. l. Il III T.
wraps designed to
charm t h c femi-
nine heart this sea-
son the jaunty lit
tie jacket of Per-
sian lamb has been
the most success
full. Its price is
better left untold.
These little jack
cts are very elab-
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

Piso's Remedy for Catarrh is the best medi-
cine for that disease have ever used. =.
Johnston, lola, Texas, June 24th, 1891.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

Gen. William Booth of the Salvation
army, to-day, is about 20 years of age,
and is as active and vigorous a. many
men of 80.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

HeReman's Csmphor Ice with 0lycerinc.
The original and only genuine. Cures Chapped Hands
and Face Cold Sores &C. c. q. Clark Co, Haven Ct
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
$500 Span of Horses

Given away for one bushel OF corn in the
ear. For further particulars STE display
advertisement in another column
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

tain classes of persons. Taken as II
whole. the sentence is quite acceptable
one. Notwithstanding its apparent in
consistency.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

There are now thirty weight spinning
mills in Japan.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

ssHauson's Magic Corn Salve"
Warranted TO cure money refunded. ASK your
druggist for IL. Price 10 cents
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

Mortgages on Indiana farms amount
to $40, 500, 00O
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

prompt, painstalling and, l hope,
strictly reliable in all things. Trust
ing that my application may be con-
sidercd, am, very respectfully yours. ("
To apply for q position you might use
very much the same form, except in
the beginning, when you could say:
Dear Sir-IIaving learned that you
are in need of an assistant, / write in
the hope of receiving the position. +"
This is simple, direct and easy way
of writing such letters. ~
Fashion Notes.
"A novelty waist is of ruby velvet.
sleeves are enormous puffs from shout
ders to elbow, with frill of velvet
below. The collar is of crepe over %
foundation or some thicker material
that permits band of heavy embroid-
cry All around the edge of the collar
Is rufile of crimped chiffon. A
standing collar and bow at the throat
and shirred V shaped vest filing out
the space between the points of the
collar extends to the bust and is
drawn inside the bodice.
Among the new furs is what is called
electric seal. The name is to an ex-
tent misleading, as the fur is merely n
shearcd coney, and while rather pretty
looking at first, does not wear in Il
satisfactory manner. Indeed il will
scarcely stand one seasons use and
look well. 1t is like many other
things, malxeshift, and for that pur-
pose may have limited popularity.
Hair dressing is puzzle as well as a
fine art. The disgusting lump that
has for so long protruded from the
knot of hair at the back of the head
has fallen, let us hope, into oblivion.
In its place we have soft loops and
coils, the figure eight, modified
Psyche knot, and a butterfly arrange
ment just over the crown of the head.
An exceedingly stylish hat is made
of satin brocaded with velvet. II is in
leaf brown shades and is trimmed with
jet, plumes and dash of cardinal such
as one sees in autumn foliage.
A genuine old-fashioned poke bon
net has trimming of loops Of ribbon
at the side with plumes standing high
up over the crown. IL Is tied under
the chin with wide ribbons.
Alsatian bow effects i'm short plumcs
are among the novelty hat trimmings.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

We get 1900, 900 pounds of tea an
nually from Japan.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08
Highest all in Lcavenng Pow-Latest u S. Govt Report
Roe! RRs sklaRg

A Berlin fire engine is made Of pa
pier machc.
The L'Anse sentinel. (L'Anse, L.S., Mich.) 18??-current, 1894-12-08

II tho Baby 10 Quitting Teeth.
ne sure and use that old and weltried remedy, MRS
VERSIONS SOOTHING sYRur for Children Teething-
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18
THE PRESIDENT HERE.
a Large Crowd Assembled at the Depot TO
Greet Him, and He Shakes Hands.

President Cleveland passed through
Richmond Sunday evening, on his way
10 the South Carolina sea coast. as re-
ported he would 10 in Sundays Times.
The arrangements Cor the trip must
have been very secret, for telegram
sent to Washington Saturday night re-
ceiVed the response that nothing was
known In that city of his expected de-
parture. lie stayed twenty minutes in
Richmond.
The President occupied the Pullman
car Wildwood. which was attached to
the 6:53 +. NJ. train, and greeted the
crowd of about two hundred people, who
SURROUNDED il. with cheerful smile
I, "a plumber of persons went pm the
platform 10 speak to the President, and
among them Postmaster CullingWorth,
who was cordially greeted. When the
President came to the door the platform
became so crowded that it was scram-
bic TO get to the President, ana one OF
Mr.. Cleveland's companions, taking in
the situation, asked the President TO re-
turn TO his seat until order could be re-
stored. The gentleman requested all to
loays the platform, which they did.
Mr.. Cleveland then came back TO the
door and the people passed in single file
up the steps on one SIDE the car, shook
hands with the President, and passed
down on the other side.
This ceremony over the President re-
turned TO his seat. chatted with the gen
tlemen with him. occasionally looking
through the WthdoW al the crowd on the
outside Of the car. Several times he
observed ladies standing near and he
politely raised his hat 10 them.
As the train pulled out the President
half arose and raised his hat and the
crowd responded by waving hats and
handkerch iefs.
Although no one knew of his departure
from Washington, il soon became known
along the line that The PRESIDED was
coming and there were crowds at Guam
tico, Fredericksburg and other points to
see him.
Al Ashland the Randolph stu
dents were out in force, and gave Inc
President characteristic welcome
What's the matter with GroverP Hes
all right sung several times with great
heartlness, seemed to amuse the presi-
dent, and he came to the window. laugh
ing, and bowed cordially 70 the bows
As u shown In published accounts
elsewhere, President Cleveland. win a
party OF friends, is hunting ducks in
South Carolina. q"
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18

ing, Manchester, va.
TRusTEEs SALE OF THAT vALU-
FINE CREEK MILLS, IN 70. hATAN
COUNTY, VA, ONLY ONE MILE FROM
LEE STATION, ON CHESAPEAKE AND
OHIO RAILWAY.-By virtue Of deed
of trust executed to the undersigned by
:, 1899. and duly recorded in the county
Court clerks office Of said county, IN
Deed Book Vol. ~. pages 10 4. ana pc
ing required so 10 do, 1 will expose for
sale at public auction, on the premises, on
SATURDAY, December %, 1891,
at ~ o'clock NJ, the following valuable
real. ESTATE. in the following order;
First. The property known as Fine
Creek Mills, one mile from Chesapeake
ana Ohio railway Lee Stauon): rms
very desirable property contains u acres.
The mill-house 10 a large ana WeIi-al
ranged three story building, part stone
end part frame. 1t IS both lour ana
grist mill, supplied by 2 never-Ialilng
stream N'ine Creek. This mill ENJOYS
the largest patronage for corn trade OF
any mill in the county, and Is located
at most convenient point FOR custom.
There is a large and well-arranged store
house on this property, which mas, az
ways had liberal trade. the dwelling
is large comfortable, and in good order,
with all the usual out-houses, large ana
Well-fXed stable, tobacco barns Dlach-
smith and wheelwright shops; IN Iact,
this property presents great advantages
to a wide-awake, enterprising party.
The nelghborhood Is as good as can
be found anywhere in the State; c0nVe-
nient TO Churches, schools, and post
flee on the place. Now. here IS an
opportunity for some energetic party TO
secure a fine place to make money, IS
he can merchandise. have blacksmith
and wheelwTight shops, carry on milling
and farming (the land is eXcelenu.
Second. Fifty acres adjoining the above,
known as the ola Foundry Tract, on
which there are the large stone buildings
used many years ago by the Govern
ment. This property has fine water
power, and would, for small cost De
made one Of the best places for manu-
featuring, especially Wooden-Ware, as
there is an ineXhaustable supply OF
timber of every kind very near the site.
The water-power is unsurpassed
Third An undivided One-third interest
in $50 acres land near Buckingham road,
and is a part of the Tower Hi tract
adjoining the lands of Mrs. peasants
and ais, and is the land formerly owned
bv Mrs Mary A. Pierce. This valuable
property should engage the attention OF
investors. For further particulars, &c,
apply to the auctioneers. The first
piece-GS acres-with mill store-house.
dwelling shops. &c, will be sold subject
to the one-siXth interest of Miss Mira
Con. and it may be she Will conseh.
sale. of which due notice will be given
at sale.
The deed requires all cash but. by con-
sent OF parties holding majority or
the interest secured I'm said deed, the
trustee is directed to sell this property
on the following terms, to-wit: one
fourth cash; balance at one. two ana
three years. for notes. 6 per cent. in
terest added. secured by deed Of trust.
AUGUSTINE ROYAL, Trustee
Parties wishing TO attend this sale from
Richmond will leave on the $50 tram,
Chesapeake and Ohio railway Eighth
street depot, and returning, arrive in
Richmond at o'clock =. NJ.
deficit
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18

The. great city will be i'm gala attire
and the week one of many attractions.
y pleasant and restfui trip for the
tired teacher, student, professional and
business man.
THE OLD DOMINION STEAMSHIP
COMPANY will run another of their pop
ular personally conducted EXCURSIONS
20 NEW YORK FOR THE HOLIDAYS,
LEAVING Richmond
SATURDAY, Dec. 22d, at 3 p. NJ.
via Chesapeake and ohio railway, con-
rectlug a Norfolk with the elegan, new
steamer Jamestown arriving In Ne"
York sunday at . =. VI. Returning can
leave New \ ork Tuesday, "Wednesday.
Thursday. or Saturday at +. VI. via
Oid Point. arriving in Richmond next
evening az Z o'clock by Chesapeake and
ohio railway.
FARE FOR THE ROCND-TRIP, in
cludlIg meals ana berth on steamer
only S1l. Tickets good for ten days.
Special low rates have been secured at
the Hotel Marlborough. Broadway and
Thlrty-siXth street. As the party IS
limited, early application should be made
20 GEO. W. ALLEN & co, Agents.
delG-6t 1901 east Main street
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18
Hanricn News

Judge Nlekham yesterday granted sew
eral liquor licenses. and he also apoointe1
the Following gentlemen TO act as land
assessors for the districts named i'm Hen
rico county: Hugh Smith, Fairneld. John
Arghsr Earina; Caskie Smith, Tuckahoe:
and T. Crawford Redd Brookiand
The house OF Deputy Treasure Jobn
*. Jeter was robbed Suday night OF q
small sum OF money and several articles
OF jeWelry. "'''N'00
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18
Fr. Walker Brought Rome

MI. William Y. Walker, who wbla
boarding train In WASHINGTON about
Two weeks ago fell under the wheels
OF one OF the coaches and had his leg
80 padiH crushed as TO neeessitate its
amputatiOn at the knee, Is now an his
home. on Third street, having been re-
moved here Saturday. He is rapidly I'M
proving.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18
The Academy Of Medicine aud Surgery

The Richmond Academy OF Medicine
and Surgery. At their meeting at the \.
NJ. G. A.. tonight will elect officers for
the ensuing twelve months. and the
meeting will be followed by their annual
banquet at Sanger Hall.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18

VT q OFFER TO CLOSE OUT THIS
IMPAIRMENT OF OUR BUSINESS.
OUR STOCK OF
TIfRIJLAR AND LOCOMOTIVE
BOILERS.
from 10 J0.horse power.
HORIZONTAL CENTRE CRAM
ENGINES.
Detached or mounted on boiler lEoh'
4 10 i2-horse power
These Engines and Boilers are new;
of our standard designs. that are Wen
known. ,,,.e,
We also offer lot of PULLEYS,
CRANKS. SHAFTS. etc, rough and
finished. Any OF these can be bought
RICHMOND LOCOMOTIVE AND
MACHINE WORKS.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1894-12-18
BY j. =. Elan a Co,
lib east Main street.

II RUSTEES' AUCTION SALE OF
L a GOOD FRAME DWELLING Ok
NV ENrN SINH SrREET.-ln eXecu-
ton OF a certain deed of trust dated June
\. 1873. and recorded in Deed Book 40
Is, page 10. Richmond Chancery Court,
default having been made IN the debt Sc
cured. and being required so to DO by
the beneficiary the undersigned trustees
VIII SELF by public auction, on the prem
ises, on
TT ESDAY, December Is, 1898,
at 4:3O O'Clock r. NJ, the frame dwelling
No. 9O2 on the west side Of TWenty-sixtn
street, between . and p streets with lot
- ST. feet, more or less, by ~ feet
TERMS: BY consent, and in lieu of the
terms prescribed in said deed. one-fourth
cash. and the residue in three equal in
stalments at six. twelve. and eighteen
months, by negotiable notes, with inter-
est added. secured by deed of trust, or all
cash at the option of the purchaser.
j. Il. ELAN. Trustee
c. 3. MOUNTCASTLE Trustee.
J. y. ELAN & CO., Auctioneers.
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