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Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
Fur OF the Weasel Family.

The fur Of the weased family is in
great demand by the dealers because
of its beauty and adaptability in many
classes of wearing apparel. What is
known as ermine is produced by u
little animal called the stoat in Eng
land. In winter he changes his red
dish brown skin to white one.
Savage and bloodthirsty is this little
creature, preying upon everything
that he can overpower. His chief
food consists of partridges and rabbits,
but many other small animals are dis
posed of in the same way. The pine
marten, member of the weasel tribe,
has brown skin and yellow throat.
Stone martens have blush brown
coat with white throat. They are
larger than the stoat and more de-
structive. The other is the king of
yeasels. He can whip anything of
his weight in the world. He is hunted
with hounds in England, and can give
six or seven dogs all they can do to
kill him. Like the mink, he is very
fond of fish and water fowl.
All of the weasel family are very
fierce and strong for their size. The
skunk, with his black and white coat |;
the badger. with his beautiful silver
gray fur and black dashes, and the
sable are all of the same species and
valuable bearing animals. Chicago
Times Herald.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

Speaking of General Johnston, am
reminded of the explanation he once
gave me of the origin of the Confeder-
ate brittle flag: cat the battle of
Bull Run," said he, 'the stars and
bars proved failure because they
we're SO much like the Union colors.
Indeed, both armies mistook their
enemies for friends, and vice versa.
After the battle resolved to discard
this flag and called for each regiment
to procure its State colors. This they
we're not able to do, and / asked the
army for new designs. Among those
presented, one by General Beauregard
was chosen, and 1 altered this only in
making it square instead of oblong.
This flag was afterward adopted by the
Confederate armies generally. 1t was
Greek cross of blue on red field,
with white stars on the blue bars. "
This flag, by the way, was designed
by Colonel Walton, of Louisiana,
and by him presented to General
Beauregard. Kate Fields Washing
fon
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10


Once upon a time, when we travelled
toward the setting sun, our boon COM
panion, huge tin lunch box, was in a
very demoralized condition long be-
fore the six days ride was over. That
same lunch box has several times
crossed the Rocky Mountains, but it's
load has not since consisted principally
of rich cakes and other sweets to pail
the appetite and crumble over the
other articles of food.
Some crisp, spicy ginger snaps make
good finish for lunch, but the best
desserts consist of tart, juicy fruit,
either canned or fresh, and jam or
jelly. Thin slices of pressed chicken,
veal or beef loaf make good sand
wiches, SO does boiled lham, but avoid
salty meats as they create thirst. Hard
boiled eggs, bottled pickles, meat or
vegetable salads and spiced fruits make
good relishes. If lemons are to he had
carry bottle of lemon juice and sugar
for lemonade. A tablespoonful or two
of tea may be placed in small bottle
and this filled with water. A little of
this in glass of cold water makes a
pleasant summer drink for travellers
A friend tells me how a kind relative
prepared her meals for a ten days
ride. Each lunch was wrapped up by
itself in tissue paper. No two were
exactly alike, and the tiny bit OF
curiosity and surprise accompanying
the unfolding of each, served as an ex-
cellent appetizer. American Agricul-
turist.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

An elephant pushing long line of
freight cars was the unusual scene wit.
messed by party of visitors to the
quarters of Lemen Brothers circus
over at Argentine. Frank Fisher,
trainer of Rajah, the big elephant
which the circus carries as the feature
of its menagerie, was using the beast
in moving heavy wagons, and while SO
engaged workman from an elevator
near the winter quarters complained
that he could not get switch engine
to move empty box cars to the elevator.
'I'llmove them for you with Rajah.'
said Fisher.
He was not quite sure that the big
beast could move the long line of
thirty-two box cars on the Santa Fe
Railway track, which runs by the
quarters, but he resolved to have him
try it. The brakes were released, the
eleghant put his head against the end
car, and after few moments the line
began to move slowly. The track was
perfectly level, and soon the cars had
rolled down to the elevator.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
RECIPES.

Batter Pudding-One pint of milk,
three eggs, seven heaping tablespoons
of flour; heat the eggs thoroughly,
stir in the flour gradually, salt and
bake twenty minutes.
Hickory-nut Cake-Sugar one and a
half cups, one cup of raisins, one cup
nut meats, half cup butter, three
fourths cup milk, two eggs, one tea
spoon cream of tartar, half teaspoon
soda, two cups flour.
Hominy Fritters-One egg, one
half cup of sweet milk, one tablespoon
of -four, one quart boiled hominy, 8
pinch of salt. Roll into oval balls
with Toured hands; dip in a we'll
beaten egg, then in dried bread
crumbs; fry in hot lard.
Crimped Fish--Soak slices of any
firm white fish in strongly salted water,
with two tablespoonfuls of vinegar,
and boil for about ten minutes Drain
the fish, arrange on platter and re.
move the skin and bones. Serve hot
with oyster or lobster sauce, or cold
with mayonnaise or tar tar sauce poured
into the space left by the bones. Gar
nish with water cress.
Coffee Cake One half cup of butter,
one cup brown sugar, one cup mOlas-
ses, one cup strong coffee (boiled),
one beaten egg, four cups -four, one
heaping teaspoonful baking powder,
one tablespoonful cinnamon, one tea
spoonful cloves, two pounds seedless
raisins, one-quarter of pound of
sliced citron. Dredge the fruit and
add last. Bake one hour.
Oyster Potato Balls-Peel and boil
twelve medium-sized potatoes, mash
fine, salt, and add piece of butter
! the size CT an egg, and four table
spoonfuls of cream. Beat well, and
when cold work into pats, putting two
good-sized oysters inside of each pat
Dip in beaten egg and roll in cracker
meal. Put a tiny bit of butter on each
ball and bake light-brown in quick
oven.
Goldfish Pudding Take two cupfuls
of cold mashed potatoes, put them
over the fire, add half cup of milk,
and stir constantly until the potatoes
are hot. Beat until light, then add
one cupful of SHREDDED Goldfish, beat
again, stir in carefully the well-beaten
whites of two eggs, saltspoonful of
pepper, turn into a baking dish, brush
the top with the yolk of an egg, and
| bake in quick oven fifteen minutes.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
THE MATTER OF CUSHIONS.

Whoever heard of house with too
many cushions? The chairs need
cushions, and so do the hammock, the
sofas, lounges, divans, while generous,
sturdy cushions for the feet are among
the luxuries of rest. Always cover
cushions first with unbleached muslin
or bedticking, and then put over it
the outer covering. This will pre-
vent the stuffing from working out,
and the pretty cases from wearing out
too quickly. Delicate, tinted cover
ings for cushions ought to be made of
materials that may be laundred, for
nothing is more offensive than soiled
cushion.
There is wide range of clothes to
choose from, even under this condi-
tion. China silks, pongees, plain and
fancy linens. dainty ginghams, cham
brays, and lawns are some of the fab
RIGS. Chintz, cretonue and velours
make suitable coverings for those
cushions that will see hard service,
while grass-cloth is specially adapted
to cover veranda or hammock pillows,
as it is not injured by rain. There
are also several materials for filling
the cushions. Excelsior or hay will
answer to put in cushions for the
floor or doorstep, when curled hair
cannot be had. Hair cushions ought
to be tufted, and, when SO made, are
the best for chair seats. But hair, as
we'll as wool, which is an excellent
stufling, mat and pack down, and
cushions filed with either of these
substances will need to be made over
occasionally, and the hair or wool
picked apart.
Goose down is not as desirable n.
the costly elder down, because il
works through cloth. Goose feathers
are the best filling for sofa and lounge
cushions, while an outer coat of hens
feathers will form fair stuffing for u
cushion, with excelsior or hay for the
mass of its filling. Hens feathers
alone would make a cushion too
heavy. New York Times.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
SELECT sIrTIxGs.

Brussels, Belgium, will become a
seaport.
Americans pay $40, 100000 . yea,
for peanuts.
Buckram was ut first any sort oI
cloth stifiened with gum.
The standard Chinese work on cola.
age is in twenty volumes.
Roman gentlemen wore gold or
ivory crescent in their shoes.
Loudon manufactures S., 500, 600
worth of umbrellas each year.
The number of hairs on the aduhe
head usually ranges from 128, 600 to
$50, 900.
F;ance has 204, 900 square miles, q
little smaller than Colorado and Idaho
combined.
| Italy's population is very dense,
there being 270,0 600 people to every
square mile of territory.
While Groceryman Forman was
cleaning large-sized salmon at Lex
ington, KY, lie found in its stomach
big, old-fashioned revolver.
The cat was domesticated in Europe
shortly after the Christian era, and
the first specimens brought into Eng
land were very highly valued.
A gigantic and singularly perfect
black pearl is to be exhibited in Lon
don. 1t was discovered in Tasmania and
is quarters of an inch long.
There are forty ight different ma
terials used in constructing piano,
from no fewer than sixteen different
countries, employing forty-fve differ
ent hands.
A fellow has just been sentenced to
one months hard labor in England for
begging in q cap belonging to the
navy, and bringing Her Majesty's
navy into contempt"
Though our language contains, ac-
cording to Max Muller, 60, 900 distinct
words, tae chaste and modest Milton
used but 5000 of them in his works,
and even Shakespeare did not draw
upon over $4,000.
A Berlin couple recently celebrated
the twenty-ifth anniversary of their
engagement by marrying. The bride
had been waiting all that time for the
death of rich aunt, who threatened
to cut her off without anything if she
married her lover.
Ralph Waldo Emerson, like many
student to-day, worked hisway through
Harvard by waiting on tables at the
boarding halls and tutoring younger
pupils. He graduated at eighteen,
with greater reputation for clever
ness than for diligence.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

A curious story is told by Vienns
correspondent. A young man, the
representative of large firm, who
carried large sum of money with
him, recently spent the night at a hotel
at Presburg. As usual, he remained
some time smoking in bed. Suddenly
the burning cigar fell to the floor. He
bent over to extinguish it, when he
saw hand projected from under the
bed to put the cigar out. 1t made
him very uncomfortable. He lay
awhile, and then saying aloud. "How
very cold; shall get my fur coat, he
jumped out of bed. few to the door
and cried for help. The would-be
robber was caught. He confessed he
knew the occupant of the room had
money, which he hoped to get while
he slept. He had been fireman for
merly, and could not resist the i'm
pulse to extinguish the burning cigar.
Washington Star.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
His Idea OF Perpetual Melton.

A young man Of the name of Martin
Kecler, of Fulton County, Indiana,
says that he has invented perpetual
motion machine with power enough
to drive n sewing machine and which,
will never wear out. Keeler has had
castings made under his personal
supervision and Inns put the invention
together SO that, according to wit
ncsses. it is propelled by mysterious
force aud runs steadily. Keeler de-
clines TO share his secle. with any one.
He says that he is preparing to de-
velop his wonderful de7icc OH a large
scale. --New York Sun.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
'Paupcrs on STRIKE.

The paupers in The Milwaukee aims
house organized strike against being
compelled to work. The nlmshouse
committee has settled the strike by
cxpclling all the inmates but one blind
man. Nov Orleans Picayune.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

Whitelaw Reid. of tho New York
Tribute, who after lengthy visit to
the United Presbyterian Mission in
Egypt, left check for $500 az his
contribution to their work,
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
HOUSEHOLD AFFAIRS.
roR sorLEp CARPETS.

! For soiled carpets at the time OF
spring cleaning salt is a wonderful re-
storer OF faded color; the coarsest kind
is the best and should be spread with.
out stint. Let it lie on the carpet for
a few hours, then brush it off with a
hard broom the result is most satis-
factory. A pinch Of salt dropped in
the receiver Of lamp where kerosene
is burned gives the light wonderful
briillancy. New FORK Telegram.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

A cheap cab crusade is creating
quite stir in New York City. Twenty
five conts mils Is to be the ruling
rate, and the cabbies ere coming down
to it in great numbers.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

DR.. Kilmer's SWAMP ROOT cures
all Kidney and Bladder troubles
Pamphlet and Consultation free.
Laboratory Binghamton. N. Y.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward for
my case cf Catarrh that cannot be cured by
Halls Catarrh Cure.
F. j. CHENEY & Co., Props, Toledo, Q.
We, the undersigned, have known +: j. Che
fectiy honorable in all business transactions
and financially able to carry out any obliga-
tion made by their firm.
WALpiNa, KtNxAN G. MARVIN, Wholesale
Druggists, Toledo, OHIO.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, act
ing directly upon the blood and mucous sur
faces of the system. Price, 75c. per bottle. Sold
by oil Druggists. Testimonials free.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

The simple reason why the hurts of prize
fighters show no sign and disappear so quickly
is because in the treatment of training the
flesh is hardened. They can stand blow
like the kick of horse and not show a
bruise. Other mems bruises heal slowly, but
If they would use st. Jacobs Oil, they would
find there's nothing in the world like 1t to
heal and restore. 1t acts like magic. All
athletes should use it. It's the great renova-
tor The same with cuts and wounds, If
nsed according to directions, it will heal
surely and make the parts sound again.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
HaW,a This Z

The records of Massachusetts are written in
an official ink,
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

Tue glove is first inentionod ~ a
common article OF dress in 1915.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

Last winter l had the grip, and when l re-
covered l was a mere skeleton. l took
Hoods Sarsaparilla and in a short time my
appetite became better, and by degrees
could see l was gaining flesh. can now say
there is not medicine on the market equal
to Hoods Sarsaparilla. l weigh 160 lbs,
against 142 when began taking Hoods Sar-
saparilla." G. A. HILDRETH, Perry, Mich.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

Next year will be the last leap year of the
century
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
why Puy Doctors z

A guaranteed cure for Constipation without
medicine or injections, originally sold for 81; a
permanent cure for Diabetes, costing 80; a Cali
forna Salve for Piies-glves instant relief;
and a positive cure for Rheumatism. To Sc
cure these four home cures, and thus save doc
tors bills, send IA cts. (stamps) to Home Cure
Co., 1912 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Not Sick Enough for the DOct Or,
but a little out of sorts. Rpans Tabules would
serve in your case. 1t is well to have them on
hand for just such occasions.
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children
teething, softens the gums, reduces infiamma-
ton, allays pain. cures wind collie. 25c a bottle
LADIES who possess the finest compilations
are patrons of Glenn's Sulphur Soap.
Hills Hair and Whisker Dye. fifty cents.
Piso's Cure for CONSUMPTION has sayed me
many doctors bill. S. F. HARDY, Hopkins
Place, Baltimore Md, December 2, 1884.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
Hoods SarsaparilIa
Is the Only
True Blood Purifier

And Spring Medicine. Now is the time TO
take it, because now is the time when it will
do you the most good. Get Only Hoods.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

un~d3n OslIn act harmoniously with
nQUU 5 fIlIS Hoods Ssrsaparilla. o5c.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
Spring Medicine

Is especially Important to all who are
closely confined in poorly ventilated
offices and workshops. Hoods Sarsa-
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10

parilla, the great blood
purifier, is the standard
spring medicine.
" l am printer and take a
spring medicine because the
CLOSE confinement and smell
of ink cause my blood to be-
come impure, and dyspepsia.
Sullivan republican. [volume] (Laporte, Pa.) 1883-1896, 1895-05-10
The Elephant Moved the Cars.
The Confederate Battle Flag.

ROYAL BAKING POWDER Co, toe WAL ST. hEW-YoRK. fS
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-01
N THE RAILWAY WORLD.
,,ter.stino Figures From the Com
missions Annual Report.
rpr TEXAS WESTERN EXTENSION.
..,ote Cimmission's R,port-Pns-
,erEcr and Freight EARNINGS.
Katy-IntcrnRtionn suit.

Austin. Texas. November 3o.-Durng the
= ending June 30. 1884, there were 1874
''.c,aents en- railroads in Texas. which did
~. res,,lt fatally. The causes OF the ac-
dents are accounted for by the railroad
...naniea as follows:
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-01

A Boston dispatch gays that IL. p. Rip
ley, az president OF the Santa Fo system,
VIII receive n salary of $4,000 per nnnum.
Conductor Mcbride OF the Southern Pa
cihc is manipulating the punch IN cnat 70
of Conductor Reds crew while the latter
Is of on "A leave of absence.
While Conductor Mounger OF the San
Antonio and ArIinsas Pase Is away en-
joying a recreation. Conductor -,oring Is
running IN his place between san Antonio
and this city.
Attorney II. s. Lovett and Assistant
General Freight Agent w. Il. Groseclosc
of the Katy went TO Galveston yesterday
on business In connection with the Katy.
International suit, which comes UP for
trinl In Austin tomorrow.
H.. Il. Plant has been elected president
of the Southern Express company; NJ. J..
O'Bricn, vice president and general man
ager; NJ +. Plant second vico president.
and q. II. Tilley secretary and treasurer.
Eugene c, Burks chief dispatcher of
the Houston and Texas Central, is erect
ing three handsome two story dwelling
houses on Texas avenue. between Caroline
ana Austin streets The new houses arc
rapidly nearing completion. are OF modsin
architecture and add much to the pretty
residences on the avenue.
News OF the arrival of brght-cycd
twelve pound boy at the home OF G.. W.
Ingram at Hampstead on ThanksSi,lny
Day reached here Yesterday and the VII O.,
were used in sending congra tulations 10
Papa Ingram Mr.. Ingram who Is yard
master for tho Central ut iienipstold,
was formerly located In this city and his
friends hero are numerous.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-01

The Wagner Car company has given or
ders to its works TO build fifteen new
sleeping cars. To be up TO the highest
standard IN every respect.
The Philadelphia Ledger says that the
trunk line agreement is not trust be
cause II win not trust even its own mem
bers without = 5000 guarantee.
A. c. Michaclis. recently appointed com
mcrctal agent for the international and
Great Northern at st. Louis, has re-
signed and the office is abolished.
Tho Black Crook" company will 70 to
Galveston this morning via the Inter
national and Great Northern and leave
there tomorrow for Palestine via the
same route.
Tho general manager of the Kings
County Elevated road, Brooklyn, n. y,
IS authority for the statement that the
company Will restore the 10 per cent which
was taken off tho employees wages two
years ago.
The Houston and Texas Central is re-
ceiVing n large number Of cypress ties
which are being distributed IN the com
panN's yards preparatory to replacing the
old ties under the large number Of tracks
in front OF the Grand Central depot
A carload OF land prospectors and set
tiers arrived In the city Yesterday morn
Texas Central from Michigan. The party
of sturdy Germans were taken In tow
by land agents and shown around ths
city.
The oldest railway official In the coun-
try in respect both TO age and to period
the president of the Lake Shore aud Mich
igan Southern. who was IS years old in
Aprl last. lie commenced his railway ser
vice In 1897, siNty-eight years ago.
The movement to have Steering car
charges reduced is still being agitated all
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-01
WACO TO NEW ORLEANS.
me Texas Central Pcrfccting Plans
for M Enalern OufInt

The report comes from Waco that thu
Texas Central. which runs. from Ross In
Albany. ISL miles. is preparing TO bulld
extensive improvements In Waco. and ~
the eleven miles of leased road between
That city and Ross. owned by tho Houston
ana Texas Central. as part of the Waco
ana Northwcstern, can not he purchased
at "a reasonable price. steps will at once
he taken TO parallel the line. II is also
SAD that Manager Hamilton Is quietly pcr-
ltctlnS plans to extend the line In tho
uirectlon Of New Orleans, with the inten-
uon OF ultimately making II one OF the
leaulnS trunk lines In the State IL is
given out that arrangements are nearly
perfected for the New Orleans extension.
Inc Texas Central is owned by prominent
EASTERN capitalists. such as James Nc
marg, Colgate Hoyt and Anadec Moran.
lhesc are in n position to obtain all the
capital needed to carry the Texas Central
10 any point they have In view.
for some time II has been thought that
the nrst move made by the road would be
Albany, but In the light of more recent
Developments. It appears the first move
VIII be to obtain better eastern outlet.
From Waco to New Orleans would make
fine route and a rich country viii he
penetrated and many advantages Will
accrue to the Central City when the ex-
tension Is accomplished. II o. Held that
is looked upon with longing eyes by sew
eral prospective railway enterprises. and
the Texas Central's maneuvers will be
watched with keen interest
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1895-12-01

over the country. Gradually the army OF
those favorlng u reduction In berth fares
IL swelling. and the earnest hope of all
is that success win crown the Efforts In
augurated by the Pennsylvania railroad
Weeds along the railroad tracks are
now killed by tho electric weed killer"
1t consists OF q car carrying a dynamo,
which sends a heavy current into a sort
OF rake OF ilne wires dragging among the
weeds on each side OF the track. AZ the
wires touch them tho weeds are electro
outcd" down to their smallest roots.
The Houston and Texas Central is In
receipt OF n supply of new patent tie
plates known rs the granddaughter" make
from tho Railway Supply company Of
Chicago. The new plates viii be placed In
service and given a thorough test. The
advantage OF tie plates is In protecting
the cutting OF ties by the rails, and a
somi-circlo plate Is worth n great deal TO
"A road