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Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1895-08-08

account OF the civi1-service law. forees
that every rule has its exceptions.
It was with these facts in view that I
stated at the outset that the law has
been blessing in disguise to thousands
Of our people. It has soothed the
craze for Office, and every reading man
or woman who becomes conversant
with the situation will be wise and
prudent, and Danish thoughts of Office
holding in any OF the executive depart
n1ents at the national capital.
Human nature Is so much alike In
every city. town, village and hamlet,
as well as upon the farm, and history
repeats itself because we are practically
reproductions of Our fathers and moth
ers before us. Hence the natural con-
clusion of any mind bent upon Office
seeking will be prone to be: But if I
had an office, would save my money
for rainy day." But you would do
nothing of the kind. You would do
just as other men and women like unto
yourself have done.
Circumstances control us in so many
things. We naturally fall into the
ways and customs of those with whom
we commingle. No matter how strong
the inclination. how perfect the re-
solves, how powerful the will, we suc-
cumb before we know IL. Therefore,
when you realize the strength of temp
tation and the weakness of human ma
ture, and when the thought of Office
getting takes possession of your mind.
it would be well for you to sincerely
incorporate in your prayers that Divine
emanation: Lead US not into tempta-
ton" You may imagine that you want
a government Office, but You should
shun it. 1t is an ignis fatuus; bauble
as vapid as fame; glittering of iron
pyrites which shines bright and yellow,
but is not gold. Say unto the inclina-
ton: Get thee behind me-"
Very many young men have sought
and obtained office here for the pur-
pose of becoming students in our night
schools and colleges. That is worthy
motive, and might seem worthy of en-
couragement. But If you have reaI
am bition to attain unto excellence and
eminence in any profession, shun a
government office. I have known
Scores-I had almost said hundreds
but no matter about the number, !
have seen a host of young men, one
after another, who came to Washing
ton with that worthy motive, and with
all sincerity, but they have never car
ried out their intention. The excep-
tions are rare. AS practical example,
let me tell you that Secretary of War
George W. McCrary gave me an ap-
pointment many years ago, because
I wanted to study law, as so many
others have done. 1 studied law, went
through the entire course, was grad.
uated, received a diploma signed
by President Hayes and members of
his cabinet, as well as by the eminent
professors of the university; but did
not resign my Office and go into the
practice of the law. On the contrary,
held onto that Office, just as others
have done, and just as others will do
who have the same experience. That
regular pay day was seductive and
Elusive deterrent from 81 ambition ]
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1895-08-08
THE HUMAN-HEADED CALF.

Moreover, there was a free-handed
feprese ntation of a marvellous monster,
done in yellow paint-no doubt the
identical calf in question.
saw old Uncle Abel Binley coming
out of the tent, and when he crossed
the street 1 said:
HAS it really human head, Uncle
Abe1?''
The old man smote fist into his
other hand.
Human head be jiggeredr' he snort
ed in tone of intense disgust; "staint
no more a human head than mine So
Detroit Free Press.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1895-08-08
His Idea of Bliss.

Ministerial Tourist (solemnlyl-My
friend, have you, in your sinful and
ungodly life. ever enjoyed unalloyed
happiness?
AlEali Ike-Look yere, strangerI Do
you reckon I've lived in Oklahoma all
these years and never participated il .
lynchin' -bee9-Life-
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1895-08-08

From a Reliable Eyewitness.
A small tent blossomed on the village
green the other day, and upon flap
ping canvas blazed forth the words:
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1895-08-08

The Hicksite Quakers claim mem.
bership Of 81. 99a in 2O1 societies
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
THREE TYPES OF MILLINERY.

to which in comparison the stake would
be a momentary pleasure. Gossip and
scandal roll rapidly away the founda-
ton stones Of a wOmans reputation,
but would it not be wiser, would it not
be more human, to examine first the in
centive that prompts many actions that
in the sight of the world are to be criti-
cised and condemned? Charity cover
eth a multitude of sins, likewise a null
tltude of faults, and the most womanly
attribute that can be cultivated is char
ity. Mans judgment is perhaps harsh,
but it is likewise just; woman's judg-
ment is hasty and likely to be mis-
taken.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
nc Emperors of Morocco.

The Emperors of Morocco do not sue
coed to the crown by right of inherit
ance. Theoretically they are chosen
by the people from among the descend
ants of the Mohamm dan Prophets;
practically they are placed upon the
throne by some palace intrigue, or by
the influence of some man or body Of
men powerful and energetic enough on
the death of Sultan to seize the reins
OF power, to bride the soldiery in the
vicinity of the palace, to destroy, ban
ish, or outwit the other claimants to
POWER, and to effect the proclamation
in due form of the Sultan of his or
their choice,
The late Emperor became sovereign
in no different manner from that of his
predecessors. 1t ned hardly be said
that the man who interleres in the
election of the monarch of Morocco
risks all upon the cast of the die. If
he fails and the rival claimant be sue
Cessful, the would-be king-maker, and
all OF his kith and kin may consider
themselves fortunate if, by precip-
itate flight, leaving all their worldly
goods behind them, they are able to
escape from death and possibly from
torture. The man, therefore, who
succeeds in placing a sovereign on the
throne of Morocco has the strongest
possible claim on the gratitude of the
autocrat whom he has successfully in
stalled in power.
How did the late Sultan reward the
subject who risked for him his life and
possessions? Some time after his ac-
cession, when he began to feel himself
secure upon his throne, and without
even tho pretense OF quarrel or of an
accusation, the late Emperor cast this
man into one of his dungeons, and
there he remained until few months
ago, when he was at length released
after an Imprisonment of fourteen
years, The motive for this crime was
probably ftar lest the chief who had
been powerful enough to raise him to
the throne might some day use his in
fuence in favor of another Earl OF
Meath, in the Nineteenth Century.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
Wiyea of Crent Man.

Like the famous wives of the Eng
lish statesmen, Charles James Fox and
Benjamin Disraeli, the lamented Prin-
cess Bismarck was u true helpmeet,
and was bulwark of strength to her
spouse throughout their long and event
full career. The wife of Fox brought to
the aid Of her husband all the resources
of u brilliant mind and rare personal
beauty. Disraell, after his first failure,
was encouraged by the devotion Of a
mate whose vast fortune was not an in
considerable factor in his subsequent
successes. The uplifting stimulus of
the ideal home life she made for the
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
The Bath.

The women who say and think that
daily bath is facilitating should re-
member that all unusual exercises are
weakening, and that it is only by grad
ually accustomlng one'sself to them that
strength is gained and maintained.
Any one who fears the effect of daily
tub bath should begin by taking a
sponge each morning. Then she should
take first two, then three, and so on in
increasing numbers tub baths at night
She will have the nights rest to recover
from the effect, and she will soon not
only be able to take tub at any time
but she will feel actually uncomfort-
able without 1t.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
HOW to Hong Pictures.

BY hanging pictures low you increase
the apparent height Of the room.
Colored pictures should not be hung
in Railways or on stalrcases unless
there is plenty of light for them. In
such places strong photographs, en-
cravings, and drawings in black and
white go best.
A picture should not be hung from
one nail; the diagonal lines formed by
the cord have very discordant effect.
Two nails and two vertical cords, or,
what is far more safe, pieces of wire
cordage, should be used instead Of the
single cord.
Picture cords should be as near the
color Of the wall upon which they are
put as possible, so that they may be but
little seen. When one picture is hung
beneath another the bottom one should
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

TRUE faith never hesitates about
where God directs,
If some Of us would praise God more
we would blame our neighbors less.
THE only thing about some churches
that points to Heaven is the steeple.
LIVE at peace with all men, and you
will have tho devils war all you life
A HYPooRITE only wears his mask
while he thinks he is being watched,
Ii there were no fools in the world
the lawyers would all be out Of work.
THE real duty is neglected when we
step over one duty to perform another.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

Iron Chancellor was the Princess Bis
marck's unfailing solace to her hus-
bands carking cares Of state She was
of that noble type of womankind who
lay all considerations of self and all
worldly ambitions upon the sacred altar
of home. What monument to these
attributes is Bismarck's eulogium to
his departed mate: "She it is who has
made me what l am"
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

my own rotations, exactly as II It had
been an insult to myself
He spoke so quietly and with such
stately courtesy, the steel armor OF
per ect poiieness, that Mrs. Jardino
was frightened. The boy was his
fathers own son, only with stronger
health, q finer will, q spirit unbroken,
and, above all, tie talisman OF hope in
his bosom-hope and love AS he
stood there he looked so handsome in
his fearless youth fearless, yet oller-
ing no obnoxious front to any one
gifted with that best OF courage, the
power OF self-control--that his moth
er's heart misgave hera lite.
wait till next day. we will talk 1t
all over tomorrow. | am so tired to-
night" And she nervously took up
her bedroom candle, which was wait
ing beside her.
Roderick lighted it for her, and then
kissed the hand into which he gave it.
Gear mother, am grieved to vex
you, believe that; and ! will wait day
two or three days-rather than go
against your will. Think better Of
what you have said think better Of
me- Do you not believe | love YOU"
ut doesn't look like it, said she,
sharply. TO natures like hers, gentle
ness sometimes seems like u confession
of weakness, and only rouses them to
greater tyranny. "Howeve ., do as you
say wait few days, and I'll think
er 1T. q"
After his mother quilted him Rod
erick pondered sadly over himself ana
his fortunes for long time Passion
ately in love as he was, he WAS not
selfshly in love. He could not throw
himself out of him elf so as to see lit.
tie on the other sde. 1t was ha for
his m Their, who loved authority and
was jealous o affect on, to be dethroned
in this way. And he wished was 1t
disloyalty to his be oved?-that things
had happened differently-that she had
been some enc whom his mother knew
and liked, rather than complete stran-
ger But all that was past now. His
choice was made--this CT none; for,
with the impulsive convic ion Of youth,
he was quite certain that II he did not
marry Silence ia, dine he would never
marry anybody. Hi mother must
make up her MIND 10 accept the IN
evitable.
Still he would wait; few days did
not matter so very much, with q whole
life time of happiness before him.
Surely, surely it was before him, and
not mere phantom OF his own brain?
Surely she, so deeply beloved, must
have felt thai t. was 80. Her sweet,
firm, yet trem llous yes" must have
implied her belief in him, which a
little delay would never shake, but
only confirm,
Then with an easier mind, and
heart almost happy-so strong is hore
at his age-he walked back a streets
length in the pelting rain, humming
to himself his favorite ditty-
Whenever she COMES she shall find me ready
To do her homage queen my queen
ITO BE CONTNUED.I
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
1-vTgEw GRAss is KINoI

Grass rules. 1t is the most valuable
crop of America, worth more than
either corn or wheat. Luxurious
meadows are the farmers delight. A
positive way toget them, and the only
one we know, is to SOW Salzer's Extra
Grass Mixtures. Many of our farmer
readers praise them and say they get
to tons of magnificent hay per acre
from Salzer's seeds. Over one hundred
different kinds of Grass, Glover and
Fodder Plant seeds are sold by Salzer.
II You VIII Cut This Out and Send 1t
with &c postage to the John A. Salzer
Seed Co.. La Crosse, Wis you will get .
sample of Grass& Clover Mixture and their
mammoth seed catalogue free. 49,. wnu
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
GETTING NERVE.
A View of the Bridal Chamber to Give Him
Courage.


Get any bridal chambers here?"
asked tall, awkward you, g man with
an ancient carpet5ack in one hand, a
frightened look on his face, black
SLOUGH hat on his head, and wear ng a
hand-me down suit of faded brown.
He was from some interior town of
Missouri.
"Yes, sir: we have some very fine
bridal chambers here, replied Chief
Clerk Cunningham.
"Waal, l want ter look at em, fer
I've got to engage one OF 'em, said the
strangor.
"All right, just step this way,
please" said Mr.. Cunningham, who
cal ed an assistant and gave the order:
"Show this gentleman the bridal cham
bers.
The stranger Investigated the bridal
chambers for half an hour and then re-
turned to the counter downstairs and
said to Mr.. Cunningham "Golly.
those rooms air ez lovely ez a pastur'
lot in par disc Now they air the
finest you have, air they"
Yes, sir, they are the finest in the
city, and are good enough for million
aire and his bride"
"Waal, I'm much obliged fer al the
trouble you've gone to. I'll be in next
week, s'pose, an take one NV EN-, "
the stranger said, moving off.
"Oh, you did not wish to engage a
bridal chamber to day" said Mr.. Cum
ningham in su prise.
The young ST. anger almost jumped
out of his brogans, sa S tho ST. Louis
Republic,
"Goshamightv, mister" he ex-
claimed a hain't asst the gal yit m
iist a.doin' this to get my nerve up so s
l can go back home an pop tn Ques-
ton to 'er."
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

DO hung from the one above and not
from the top; thus we avoid multiply
Ing the cords, which is always objec-
tionable.
A good hue for walls where prints or
photographs are to be hung is a rich
yellow brown or leather color. Lus-
ter to the black Of the print or the tone
of the photograph Is thus impaired,
The wall paper should have no strong
ly defined pattern and should be of one
uniform color. such as red inclinlng to
crimson or tea green.
The center Of the picture, as a rule,
should not be much above the level of
the eye.-Art Amateur.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

stand and, therefore, cannot rightly in
terpret. The martyrs Of olden times We're
asnothing compared with the womenot
to-day who go about with smiling faces,
while underneath that calm exterior
lies a tragedy that the world will never
know, and which frequently impels
them to actions that in the light Of cen
serious judgment seem unwomanly
and positively immoral,
What right have any of us to judge
of the superficial character of anyone
with whom we come in contact? We
know ourselves that we carry about
with us double nature. What we are
to one person we are not to another.
The life that we show in one place is
quite distinct from the one which
brightens and illumines an entirely diff
ferent residence. Which one, then, is
real? BY which are we to be judged?
And can a safe estimate be given of
anyones character from the transient
CLEANS that are given in Kaleidoscope
fashion, first bright, then grave and in
iinitely sad? The woman whose life
does not hold some sorrow is blessed be-
You'd measure.
Few there are who attain the age of
30 who have not lived through ordeals
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
Mothers Birthday.

Mothers birthday! What flood
OF memory 1t brings!
1t sOothes the heart and heals in part
Life's struggles and its stings.
BLESSED be the tie that binds"
Our mothers heart with ours,
1t helps us bear the load Of care
In sorrows saddest hours. ,,
A friend is something all may have
If we but help each other;
But friends are few who love to do
As much as God and mother.
~, %
Then let us tighten every step y.
And fill her heart with gladness;
And make each day holiday,
A stranger to all sadness.
Captain A. h. Ransom.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
Deafness Can Not Re CuroA

by local applications, as they can not reach
the diseased portion Of the ear. There is
only one way to cure Deafness and that Is
by constitutional remedies. Deafness Is
caused by an inHamed condition Of tho
mucous lining Of the Eustachian Tube.
When this tube gets inhamed you have q
rumbling sound or imperfect hearing, and
when it is entirely closed Deafness is the
result, and unless the inflammation can be
taken out and this tube restored to its nor
NAL condition, hearing will be destroyed
forever; nine cases out Of ten are caused
by catarrh which is nothing but an in.
famed condition Of the mucous surfaces
We will give One Hundred Dollars for
any case of Deafness Caused by catarrh)
that can not be cured by Halls Catarrh
Cure. Send for circulars, free.
+. ]. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, o.
G5g~ Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills, Csc.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

This is how the announcement of a pro-
cession to take place the next day was given
out: "If it rains in the morning the process.
sion will take place in the afternoon; and II
it rains in the afternoon, the procession will
take place in the morning"
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
r8r Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills, Csc

Midas 1--WE read), with wondrous art, of old
Whate'er he touched transformed at once to
god
This, modern statesman can reverse with
ease,
Touch them with gold they'll turn to what
you please.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

How He Got It.-DeBore. How did you
catch your coldp DeBristle; You know
colds are contagous2 eyes" well, l
caught it asking other people how they
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07
Scrnhbinr in Gloves.

A remarkably useful novelty in the
line of household utensils is the com.
bined mop pail and wringer shown
herewith. The wringer consists of a
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

The following is the reply man sent to a
bill from his bookseller; II never ordered
the book; if did, you didn't send 1t if you
sent it, never got it if got it, paid for
it; if L didn't, won't"
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

The man will stand the greatest chance
For saving of his soul
Who lets his wife bring up the kids
While he brings up the coal.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

III the Baby is Cutting Tootn.
ne sure and use that old and weltried remedy, MRS.
wNsLows sooTHNd SYRUP for Children Teething-
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

Hegenan's CnmphOr Ice with GIycorine'
Chblalhs Piles, &c. c. G. Clark Co. New Haven, CT
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

Edith: Are yon always able to tell the
pure linen handkerchiefS from those that
are part linenP Kate Yes; easy enough.
Edith: Howl Kate: My wRsherwoman
always keeps the former, !
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

couple of wooden rollers placed to one
side near the top of the pail. The mop
rag is slipped into the bucket and with
drawn through the rollers. As the
hands need never touch the water,
strong Ives or similar substances may
be used, as well as scalding water.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1895-02-07

1t is red-letter season for exquisite
o'clock tea china.
The evening times., 1895-10-26
business College.
WAGNER A GOOD SHOT.
Killed Twenty-fOur Birds in the Big
TOurna ment and G Ot Third Money,

Mr.. William Wagner, who Just missed
winning the first prize i'll the great cham
pionship shooting tournament yesterday,
is receiving the congratulations uf his many
friends in and outside of the Capital City
Gun Club.
The first prize, S5ls in cash and the
trophy, Went 10 Fred Gilbert. "A Young man
from Iowa. Gilbert and McAlister, OF
Baltimore. We're the only two men to hit
all OF their twenty-five birds, and in the
shoot-off Gilbert won. and the Baltimore
mau got second money.
Mr.. Wagner was tied with Brewer, King
and Coo for third money, S25Y.A leach man
having killed twenty flour birds! IL took
three shout-offs 10 decide the tie. Mr.. wag-
ncr hitting all five OF his birds three times,
and finally winning.
Mr.. Wagner is an old-ti liner at the shoot
ing business, andis prom nounced by those who
shot against him and all who witnessed
his work as a thorough, good and game
sportsman.
In the first shoot-Of for the tie Brewer
dropped out by losing his second bird, and
Wagner tied King and Coe by killing five
straight. In the shoot off at five birds
each. King missedhis first bird. and Wagner
had to Kill five straight TO keep in the
hunt with Coe.
In the third shoo,-off at five birds. Wag-
ner killed five and Coe lost. his last two.
+. B. Coe, of Baltimore. who won fourth
money, is a young travelling salesman. His
father is a lawyer and an enthusiastic
sportsman. +. b. Coe is n shooter who has
attracted considerable attention. and is
one of the cracks in the Baltimore Shooting