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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
PROTECTING CORRESPONDENCE.
How Spies and Thieves Who Tamper with
Letters May be OutwItted.

AtNt0Is -iAt0J Dc OUI"NtItU.
Letters are sometimes opened by people
who nave no right to do so, and then are
scaled with sufficient skill TO prevent dis
covery of the fact. 4 good many ways
vised. One of them is embodied in the
patent granted to Henry 3. Hort and
David II. McFall of Red Lodge, Mont
In making their safety envelope a sheet
of paper is cut to the shape shown in the
left-hand dlagram. When this is folded
up ana partially sealed ready for use. it
has two upper flaps, as seen at the right
hand, and two pockets Of the full size of
the envelope. The document TO be en-
closed is placed in the receptacle nearest
to the user when the side here shown is
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Worlds Columbian Exposition

Will be of value to the world by illustrat-
ing the improvements in the mechanical
arts and eminent physicians will tell you
that the progress in medicinal agents has
been of equal Importance. and as q
strengthening laxative that Syrup of Figs
is far in ADVANCE of all atherS
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
The Cost of One letter.

It costs the postofice department about
S.0226 % to carry the letter for whose
transportation you pay cents. That is,
the average expenditure of the govern
ment is $.0226 % for every cents of
revenue received This excess is not
charged properly against the letter carry
ing account, however. If the ''dead-head'
business done for the government and the
business done for publishers at loss was
deducted, the cost Of carrying a letter
would be much less than cents.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Bonds that Gall

When a man goes on a trip his wife
wants to know just what train he will
take, just where he will eat and sleep
while away, and at what minute she will
see him again Men don't like this They
like to go away unpledged; so when they
back when they want to, and not give
an account Of what they have done, and
whether they ate eggs boiled or fried
Atkinson Globe
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Always Ready

Beecham's pills are for bill
iousness, sick headache, dig.
ziness, dyspepsia, bad taste
in the mouth, heartburn, tor
pid liver, foul breath, sallow
skin, coated tongue, pirnples,
loss of appetite, etc, when
caused by constipation; and
constipation is the most fire.
quent cause Of all Of them,
One of the most important things for
everybody to learn is that constipation
causes more than half the sickness III the
world, especially of women; and it can all
be prevented. Go by the book, free at your
druggist s or write T. F. AllenCo. 1865 Canal
ST., New York. Pills, IoG and 25c box
Annual sales more than COO COO boxes.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Better at Sea,

There is considerable difference in the
pay of naval officers at sea and on shore
duty A lieutenant receives $500 more
per year when at sea than when he is on
shore duty a rear admiral receives
$1,000 more. The admiral's salary is
$4,000 while on leave or waiting orders.
$4,000 when on shore duty and $4,000
when at sea- A commodore receives
$1,000 a year less than rear admiral on
either sea or shore duty, and captain
$500 q wear less than a commodore
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
q Poisonous Mist.

This ftly describes miasma, a vaporous
poison which breeds chills and fever bilious
remittent, dumb ague, ague cake, and in the
tropics deadly typhoid forms Of fever. Hos
letters Stomach Bitters prevents and cures
these complaints. Biliousness, constipation,
dyspepsia, nervous and kidney trouble, rheu-
matiSm, neuralgia and impaired vitality are
also remedied by tie great restorative.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Queer Division.

The Single Taxer-"How is the earth
divided?'
New Conyert-"Between those that
have it and does that want it.''-Phila-
delphia Record
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Billiard Table Accessories.

Some idea may be formed of the cost OF
accessories to the billiard table when it is
stated that it requires the tusks of three
elephants to furnish a complete set OF
balls-namely, sixteen pyramid, twelve
pool, and three billiard balls
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Modern Bohemia.

The real Bohemia lies inland, Shakes
peare's Bohemia had a sea coast, and
the modern Bohemia lies somewhere
between responsibility and jail.-New
York Evening Sun.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
SUPPORT FOR WAGON-TONGUES.

A New and Important Device for This Use
full Purpose.
The Scientific American describes a
new wagon tongue support which has
been patented by a man in California
The accompanying illustration shows how
it is used. 1t is very simple, consisting
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08

of two plates fastened to the front and
rear sides of the axle by means of bolts
On the front plate are two elongated
supporting arms. The latter are prefer
ably of stout wire and have vertical
section held in place by a set screw. 1t
is not necessary to connect the arms to
the tongue; the latter simply rests upon
them
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Lack Of Money, Rather.

Mrs. Greene-'Is it true, Charles, that
Miss Hunter married for money" Mr.
Greene-"I think, my dear. it was owing
to want of money. London Transcript
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Tobacco Causes Color Blindness.

1t has been positively demonstrated
that tobacco is one of the prime causes
of color blindness. In positions where it
is necessary to distinguish colors excessive
smoking should be avoided
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
American Salary.

Assistant-''That actress ought to be q
great success. She has a European repu,
tation." Manager and now she
wants an American salary. Puck.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Not Chinese.

On the japanese Warship-First Off
cer-"Theres a cruiser reported little
ahead Second Officer-"Chinese %
First Officer No, sir. She's headed this
May.'-Sing Sing Courier
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
THE OLD PRESS,

No matter what they tell you
Bout these presses that are new,
It's the old hand press that made 'em,
And has pulled the country through.
No matter what they tell you,
And no matter what they do
The hand press of George Washington
Has pulled this country through!
Atlanta Constitution.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
One Gives Relief.

1t is so easy to be mistaken about in
digestion, and think there is some other
trouble. The cure is Ripans Tabules
One tabule gives relief. Ask any drug,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08

Only trial of Piso's Cure for Con
sumption is needed to convince you that
it is a good remedy for Coughs, Asthma
and Bronchitis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
Tt was OReiIIy.

star)-"Ah, there is Orion" Voice (from
the darknessl-"Yeza are MISTAKEN, mum,
it's O'Reilly. "-Life.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
He Hit Him.

Magistrate-''The evidence shows that
you threw a rock at a man.
Mrs McDuff-'An it shows more than
that, yer honor. 1t shows that | hit him.
st. Louis GIobe-Democrat.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08

sums of money behind them. There will
be much digging for buried treasure along
the banks of Deer creek during the next
few Meeks.-Cincinnati Enquirer.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08

Freshness and Purity are communicate
ed to the complexion by Glenn's Sulphur
Soap.
Hills Hair and Whiskers Dye" Black
or Brown, SOC.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08

DR.. Davidson, 70 years old, rode from
San Francisco to San Jose one day last
week on a bicycle The distance is for
ty-ive miles, and the doctor made the
journey in FIVE hours.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
ANTE-FAT.

In order to reduce his weight
He purchased him a wheel;
Before he'd ridden it Il week
He fell off good deal.
Cleveland Plaindealer.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
BackGche.>

It has cured more cases of ieucorThoea
by removing the cause, than any remedy
the world has ever known; it is almost
infallible in such cases. It dissolves and
expels tunlors from the uterus Ia an
early stage of development, and checks
any tendency to cancerous humors.
Lydia e. Pinkham's Liver Pills
work in unison with the Compound, and
are q sure cure for constipation and sick
headache. Mrs. Pinkham's SanatiVe
Wash is frequently found of great value
for local application. Correspondence
is freely solicited by the Lydia E. Pink
ham Medicine Co., Lynn, Mass, and the
strictest confidence assured. All drug
gists sell the Pinkham's remedies. The
Vegetable Compound in three forms,
- Liquid, Pills, and Lozenges.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
DR.. PIERCE'S
FAVORETE
PKESGNlH l HUN
FOR
WEAK WOMEN.

On first introducing this wor1d-famed n1edi-
cine to the afflicted and for many years there
after, it sold under Positive Guarantee
of giving entire satisfaction i'll every case for
which it is recommended. So uniformly sue
cessful did it prove in curing the diseases, de-
engagements and weaknesses of women that
claims for the return of money paid for it were
exceedingly rare. Since its manufacturers can
now point to thousands of noted cures effected
by it in every part of the land, they believe its
past record sufficient guarantee of its great
value curative agent, therefore, they n0z0
rest its claims to the confidence of the afflicted
solely that record. BY all medicine dealers.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08
MERlTED REWARD.
SALES OF LYDIA E PINKEEM'S
VEGETABLE COMPOUND.
unequalled in the History OF Medicine.
Honesty, Excellence Faitifulness
Fifty Rewarded

ESPECIAL TO OUR LADY EEADERs1
Never in the history Of medicine has
the demand for one particular remedy for
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08

from the Gulf to the st. Lawrence, come
the glad tidings Of woman's suffering
relieved by it and thousands 1gson thou
sands Of letters are pouring III from
grateful women, saying that it WILL
and does positively cure those painful
i Ailments OF Women
It will cure the worst forms of female
complaints, all ovarian troubles, infanl-
nation and liberation, falling and dis
placements Of the womb, and consequent
spinal weakness, and is peculiarly
adapted to the change Of life
Every time it will cure
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1895-05-08

qualled that
ttained by
LydtG u.
infHdn2s
Tegetable
! Compound
! and never
4 in theIlis-
q tory OF
q Mrs.
s Pilkhams
wonderful
j Compound
Z has the
! demand
g0 Itbeen
Sc great as
y 1t is TO-DAY.
/ From
q Maine to
California
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11
DETROIT JUNE p, 1898
LANSING & NORTHERN K. r

Evening train has parlor car to Grand Rapids
Direct connections in Union station Al
Grand Rapids for Chicago aud the West with the
CHICAGO JUNE 3D. 1926.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11

are other things | should prefer, but
it seems to be the only opportunity
before me, so must make the hes,
of it."
And thus it was decided, and Mr..
Joseph West departed Maria was
to follow him when affairs at home
were brought to a conclusion, and
her brothers were settled somewhere.
"And the sooner that j. accom-
pllshed the better" Mr.. West had
remarked. "You can not afford
housekeeping now, and money will
have 10 come out of my pocket as it
Is, | expect"
MARIA" impulsively exclaimed
George, when his uncle was gone, II
shall never care 10 be indebted TO
him, for my own part. | would
rather work my fingers to the bone,
and wear my clothes 10 rags, and so
shall Oswald. He makes too much
of his favors.'
at is his manner. George. He is
plain spoken, but think he is kind
hearted. How shall we live apart"
she continued, with a half sob
don't know" returned George,
despondingly, at seems We must
do it.
81 do not think so very much
about the mere fact of the separa-
ton; and III twelve months or so"
she added. with rising color, 81
hope to be back for good. But oh,
my dear boys how will you keep right
and steady when left to yourselves !:
Nobody to take care for you, nobody
to counsel you. 1t is that | think
Of"
"Be easy, Maria. can take care
of myself, and I'll take care of
Oswald"
THAT is, you will try to do so,
George" she mildly said-"being
helped with better help than yours"
81 meant it, Maria. But it has
been sad loss to fall upon Us. If
he had but lain Ill week, or a day
if he had but taken leave of us, it
would have been something
zone thing gave me comfort in
my distress, and ever will give it,"
observed Maria, she ives fit TO 90.
Sudden death sometimes calls those
who are not. Think how awful the
distress that they must leave behind
them"
Very, very awful; awful for those
who remain, still more awful for
those who go. Reader, is it well
with you, so that, whether called
with or without warning, you may
be at rest? Remember the text that
unconsciously dying man spoke par
ticularly of that morning: "The
would passeth away; its pride, its
lust is passing away; but he that
doeth the will of God abideth for
ever
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11
CHAPTER II.
THE NEW HOME.

1t was a sultry day in July, whel
Maria West left her native place t
enter upon her new home at he
uncles. The rail conveyed her t
within three miles of her destination
and there she found Mrs. West in
her pony carriage, waiting for her
stylish woman, dressed in mourn
ing, far more handsome than Maria,
but not, Of course, half so deep
She did not know very much of hel
aunt, who had not been her uncle,
wife more than three or four wears
Previous to that, he and his sister
Hester had lived together. The
latter had remained with them after
the new mistress came home, auG
continued TO take the superihtend
dence of the servants and house
hold; for Mrs. West proved TO be
not fond of or accustomed TO domes
tic duties. Hester was now i'll, she
had been attacked with paralysis,
and the ever-active, ever-b busting
woman had TO lie by and he waited
on a. child.
Only dear, | am glad to welcome
you," was Mrs. Vests first greeting
to Maria, and it was spoken in a
hearty tone which was gratifying to
hear. "And now, how much BAG.
gage have you: Because we will
leave the man behind TO look to that.
and bring it on in the cart, and |
will drive you home at once"
Maria pointed out her boxes to
tho man. and in few minutes was
bowling along a shady, level lane,
by the side of Mrs. West.
81 am very grateful to you and
my uncle for affording me a home"
began Maria, in a voice that strove
for self-possession; "but | cannot
help feeling that shall be an intru
der in it,.
"Not an unwelcome one" replied
Mrs West. md | tell you can.
didly, my dear, that | have a selfish
motive In being glad TO receive you,
for YOU uncle says you are a capital
in a house, and shall look
to YOU to take part of the trouble off
my hands"
81 will take it all off, if you will
allow me-" said Maria, "if you would
like me do so. | told my uncle that
would not agree to come unless
could be made useful"
Then we shall agree famously.
do dislike looking after things,
and in farmhouse the work seems
TO be never done. Since Hester was
laid up, | have been cross with
and. everything. | do
not understand farm. house manage.
nent, and thidgs go wrong contin-
ially through 1t. The servants
'eem to require to be directed in the |
most simple details, and to do moth. |
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11
Lumoo Gee.
eli U. s. Pension Attorney
.I Justice Of The Peace
s Insurance and Collections

Prosecutes all claims against the
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES and suspended.
Claims reopened and successfully prose.
cuted. | have all the rulings Of the
department as fast as issued.
Give your business TO an old soldier
that is right here where you can see
and talk TO him. II you want advice
come and see me.
No fees unless successful.
Office over Nermeulen's Grocery,
Alma. Mich.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11
FITS AND NERVOUS DISEASES.

When Henry VI. Hall NJ d., late surgeon Z.
= \, Department of Tennessee. returned from
the Wur Ae found n child afflicted with epilepsy.
Leaning physicians We're consulted, without
apparent benefit. Notod specialists could give
bar little lt amy relief ToTc>Cue his child frOm
cate worse taNu death became the object OF
his lita For several ycun experiment followed
experiment until at last success crowned his
ciou, Iu l,>t old age and inhrmities in-
duccd him to mpau the kuOWledgc OF how To
Manufacture DO under the agreement that a
bottle should h- sent free of all charges 10 any
one applying .1r o. who was afflicted with epi-
lefry since then over 2luO0 free bottles have
hcvu sent GU the afflicted. Experience has
pr1tei that 10 cures Insomnia - Nitus Dance
AMI nI forms of Nervous Affection Ii YOU
want ,O try thi, wonderful remedy free Of all
charge. write. stating your disease as plainly as
possible give your age and post Office Address
The Hal Chemical Co., West Philadelphia, Pa
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11

Connecting at DetroitiH Union Depot with al
Trains OF Grand Trunk Ry for Canada and the
East
1880 p. m west, and 9:35 a. m and
6:00 y. m east, have elegant Parlor Cars at
tached. Extra charge only % cents FOR any die
lance
ID Daily.
'Daily except sunday.
steamer leaves Grand Haven daily except sun
day, and Milwaukee daily. except saturday.
Chicago steamer leaves daily except saturday,
from Muskegou
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11
d WEST MICHIGAN Ry

l'@3 y. m mas Wagner palace buffet parlor
car and coaches from Grand Rapids to Chicago
ll:l0 y. III mas Wagner palace sleeping car
and coaches from Gand Rapids 10 Chicago.
II. e. MEYERS, L. VI. FuILKa
Agent, Alma. GenI Pass Agent,
Grand Rapfdn
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11

TOLEDO SAGINAW & MUsKEGON R'Y.
EAST BOUND.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11
TINE E4bLE
Ia effect April It'll ,sa5
TOLEDO. SAGINAW & MUSHROOM R'Y

Lv Ashley for Detroit
ar 1910 ?. IN.
CleSe connections are
made al OwOssO Junct'n
with all trains Of D., q,
II. q VI R'y.
BEN. FLKTCHER. T =. A.
Detroit, Mich.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11

Mrs. Chas A. Myers 2oi Hanna -. Fort
Wayne, Ind. write. Oct. :. 1,ai: - suffered
terribly with severe hr1aacAe,. dizziness.
hackarh" and a"rtousur,- crlaulilr grow
Ing worse until my lfe was Ge-pa ,red of
I'D try WIN SIC would f,uad o. r,l!of
4til coinr.rn'.3 using Ir N.0- Ncrviu..
have taken hvn bottle ana hr,icvn ann a
well woman. aad have taken great com
fort in recommending al, OF ny friends 70
use Nervine. You may publish this hotter
IL you wish and hope # may Dee the means
OF saving some other sick mothers lie, As IL
did mine"
On sale by all druggists. Book on Heart
and Nerves sent FREE. DR. Miles Medical
Co, Elkhart, Ind.
DR.. Miles Remedies Restore Health.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-10-11

'Daily. +naily with Sleeping Car.
Drawing Room Cars between Saginaw and
Detroit.
Pullman palace sleeping car between Saginaw
and Chicago daily.
W c. BRITTON, Agent.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1895-05-04

Monday The cards were dealt and the
chips kept rattlipg all Monday until night
came along and Nat had to go to the the
alter for the performance. He secured the
services of q friend who, kept the game
going with Mr. Owens until the show
would be over. At that stage of the game
Nat was just $4,000 out, but his friend had
great luck and won back $3.50 of the
money. Nat came back to the game some
what refreshed by the stage work and
started the play again. Tuesday was well
advanced when the sport ended, and Nat
quit $1,000 ahead
Joseph Jefferson is a rich man, his for
tune being somewhere In the neighbor-
hood of half a million. Mr.. Jefferson has
never been a squanderer of money but he
spends goodly sums in charity. He has
the biggest list of pensioners on his hands
of any man in the profession. Worn out
actors and actresses of the backnumber
style who knew him years ago never ask
him for aid in vain. He has considerable
real estate, owning fine summer home
at Buzzard's Bay. Mass, near the home
of President Cleveland, and a profitable
plantation in Louisiana.
OF the actresses, Lolita, is perhaps, the
richest on the American stage, although
Maggie Mitchell is a good second. Both
Of them go in for real estate on a large
scale.
Lillian Russell has the money making
fever. She lives in a 600 house in the
fashionable section of west Central Park
IN New York, and has small fortune in
jewels. She invests her savings in good
interest bearing securities, and although
her house may have a fine, healthy mort
gage, she has close to 100000
Ada Rehan has a fine house on West
Nnety-fourth street, a few blocks north
of Miss Russelrs and is ACCOMMODATING
money rapidly. She is a great collector Of
bric-a-brac and pieces OF fine furniture
Della Fox has not displayed any financial
talent up to date. She likes diamonds too
well to think of interest bearing bonds
and such. Pauline Hall is not much Of a
money saver but tells you with much seri-
business how she Is going to start right
in and prepare for rainy day = -
Mrs Langtry is probably the richest vvo-
man on the stage. She is worth close to
SIOO,OJV, ana II Is all invested in good pa wing
property. She doesn't spend anything like
the income from 1t, and she has her staee
receipts besides. as Z