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The Union. [volume] (St. George, Utah) 1882-1898, 1895-12-28
Written for TIE UNION
The Spence,

For many centuries the spongs
was thought to be of the vegetable
kingdom, but learned men have
found thas it really belongs to the
animal kingdom.
Sponges are very elastic and con
sist Of frame work, composed Of
a horny substance, having ma ny
little holes all through it, and thess
are the stomachs Of the little ami
NAL through which water, air and
the little insects on which it lives
pass, to furnish it with food and air
Sponges are Of all shapes
round like a ball, like a cylindsll
and like cone, and are sometimes
bottle-shaped. They differ in Their
texture, being from very fine %
quite course.
The Mediterranean and BED
Seas are noted for their spongesl
They are also found in the Wes'
Indies and Florida. Boys are
taught in their youth, to dive II
the water and gather sponges with
sort of fork or hook attached =
long pole, that is made expressl!
for the purpose.
When it is first brought up IRON
the depths, it is shiny and you
must remember it is live animal.
which is then placed in the sun q
buried in the sand, SO as to Kill
the little animal, after which, IT = J,
soaked in water and then washeO
to make it ready for market. -
Nearly all are acquainted WIZ
the uses to which the sponge Y P,us
but the French have taken ~
felt of the sponge and made acG
which is used as the foundatd
the carpets and rugs they man
ture. They also use it to stlF
niture. PRAIRIE FLOW
The Union. [volume] (St. George, Utah) 1882-1898, 1895-12-28

Before another number of thu
Union shall appear, we shall bid
goodbye to the old year, and there
fore we wish our readers a happy
new-year, hoping all coming events
will be tokens Of peace and pros
perity.
The Union. [volume] (St. George, Utah) 1882-1898, 1895-12-28
raising Roots.

H-&SVA@A -s-AS9 ~@- 49, C~S
It has been said that farmers should
feed their fattening stock for their
manure, not for the beef or the
cash. Perhaps the same principle
will apply to root growing; it is not
the roots that are wanted SO much
as the cleaning, preparing and en-
riching the soil for future crops
especially wheat. Roots in Eng
land are the corn Of the United
States, but our climate is more gen.
eral purpose, and we can raise a
great variety of crops with more
thans average success. Roots give
quality and healthfulness to beef
and dairy products, and one of the
most effectual means of building up
a herd Of butter cows is by the ex-
tensive use of carrots and parsnips.
Per nutritive value, the cost Of pro-
duction is much less than that of
corn. A great deal has been said
about the varieties of soil adapted
to the different kinds of roots, leav-
ing farmers to suppose that this is
Ia matter of primary significance;
but the modes of preparation,
manuring, the methods Of cultiva-
ton and the system Of rotation are
Of much greater Importance. BY
studying the feeding habits of roots
very few mistakes can be made, re-
membering always that some vari-
cites Of the same root are deeper
rooted than others, and therefore
feed more differently. Weight fol-
weight, mangels have the highest
|nutritive value among roots, anc
the soil best adapted to their growth
is deep, loose, friable loan. Deer
cultivation is necessary, especially
for the deep rooted varieties
Mangels have the property Of feed
ing readily upon all the elements o.
plant food, and therefore genera
manure is best adapted to theil
growth, providing the soil is equally
balanced in all the constituents O.
plant food. Turnips, on the othel
hand being shallower rooted, can
not get down to the phosphates II
the subsoil, and have little power
to absorb the portion which they
can reach. A dressing with SUI
perphosphates or bone dust hal
therefore been found beneficial tx
turnips, and will save immens
quantities of farmyard manure, pro
viding there is a good supply of veg
etable matter in the soil. Turnip
take nitrogen very greedily, so tina
when heterogeneous manures, such a
nitrate of soda or sulphate of am
monia, are applied in large quaint
ties the turnips run too much to lea1
Just the same as when the soil con
tains an excess of vegetable matter
j Carrots and parsnips requir
labout the same treatment. Of al
The Union. [volume] (St. George, Utah) 1882-1898, 1895-12-28

may success attend them, they take
with them the best wishes of q
host of friends.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13
1t Reused Moscow.

Moscow, Idaho, July The town
was thrown into excitement at | o'cl Jck
this morning by the report of a pistol
and the clan ling of the fire bell. The
streets were soon filled with people curl
GUS to know the cauee Of the alarm. The
knowing ones at once made a rush for
the vicinity of Judge Piper's residence,
as it had been current rumOr FOR some
time that an attempt would be made on
his life on the part of an element who
were bitterly opposed to his action IN
appointing receivers in cases OF the fore
closure of mortgages on farm lands.
Whether there were grounds for the
alarm last night s, EN- in doubt The
affair grew out of the fact that In the
last few days an anonymous letter was
received by Judge Piper, threatening
him with iolence If any more receivers
were appointed. Little attention WAS
paid, but as a precaution the sheriff ap-
pointed a number o deputies who have
been guarding of nights the principal
avenues and thoroughfares approaching
the city, and the alarm given this morn
ing was a preconcerted one to be given
on the approach or signs of demon
stration or movement of that kind.
Who fired the shots or the reason
therefor is still mystery, but parties
hearing the shots took 1t as signal to
ring the lire bell and excitement ran
nigh for time till 1t was discovered
that there had been no tragedy.
Another fight growing out of the fore
closure cases was the swearing out of
warrant for the arrest Of A. e. Gal
lagher of Spokane by Attorney Goode
on charge Of libel. The warrant was
placed III the hands of the sheriff last
night. Gallagher is expected here to-
day and his arrest will likely follow.
Gallagher is attorney of the Vermont
Loan and Trust Company, and the
charge is based on an article that APP
peared in the Star of the 9Th over Gal
ligher's signature, In reference to the
receivers and accusing Goode Of victim
izing his clients.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13

TIE work Of expert ng the city books
is new under progress by d. X. Proud,
who was appointed by the finance com
nittee for that purpose. The will Of
the people has not been observed in this
matter, as it is the general consensus of
opinion that if the city is to be ut to
the expense, the work should not be one
sided, but should be thorough, ana
should be done by parties against whom
here is not suspicion of prejudice or
lersolal interest. TO go only half way
back on the books defeats the Wis es Of
the tax paying voters, for whom the
work is supposed TO be done, and only
laws a broa foundation for future
strife and discord. The nope and belief
of those who favored a fair invsstigatian
of the city's books was that 1t would do
away wi h the discussions that have dis
rupted and injured far Pullman IN The
past, and they are now truly indignant
to see their purpose thwarted by those
elected to represent them.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13
The Business Situation.

The half yearly report Of failures next
week will include about $500 against
1889 for the first half OF last year, and
liabilities Of about SSS,000.000 against
I0I ,57S,I52 last year. But fer the
Corduge concern, the aggregate would
be nearl, % per cent. less than last year,
aaa the manufacturing liabilities 26 per
cent. less, but including it the II nu ac-
turing liabilities will be about 0,000,-
900 against 1876, 1902 last yeaI, and
the trading S44,O00,000 agains, S52,.
3i5,97S last year, while misceli, eous
liabilities were only S2,70O,0O0 az inst
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13
How to Obtain Land.

The long delayed order by the secre-
tarv of the interior, whereby the Nez
Perez indians viii soon receive their
money, will again call attention TO the
farm lands of the reservation. The se,.
tion of the law setting forth the con-
ditions of entry on the land is as follows
That immediately after the issuance
and receipt by the Indians OF trust pat
ents for the allotted lands, as provided
for in said agreement, tbs lands so coded,
sold, rellnquished and conveyed to the
United States shall DO opened to settle
ment by proclamation of the president,
and shall be subject to disposal only un
der the homestead. townsite, stone and
timber, and mining laws of the United
States, except the 10th and Both sections
In each congressional township, which
shall be reserved for common school pur
poses and be subject to the laws of
Idaho; Provided, That each settler on
said lands shall before making proof and
receiving certificate of entry paw 10
tho United States for the land SO taken
bv him, IN addition to the fees provided
by law, the sum of 83.75 per acre for
agricultural lands, one-hals Of which
shall be paid within three years from
the date of original entry; and the sum
Of s. per acre for stone, timber and min
era lands, subject to the regulations
prescribed by existing laws; but the
rights of honorably discharged Union
soldiers and sailors, as defined and de-
scribed in sections 1904 and 2,305 OF
the Revised Statutes of the United
States, shall not be abridged except as to
tie sum TO be paid as aforesaid
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13
About the College.

ihllCkliNt county A8FlCuIlufdllSl'
A year of wonderful prosperity ded
on June 9th, u the agricultural collie e,
located at Pullman, year during which
TIE college of the Young state OF Wash
1egton has made such progress as It's
best friends hardly believed possible just
twelve months ago, Going back d lutte
further, eighteen months in all, to the
date when Presided Bryan first assumed
control, the change seems still moro
wonderful surely without parallel in
the educational history of the west It
is not 10 the increase of the attendance
only, though the lengthoning of the
rolls from twenty-five names to 1876 is
in itself a proof Of splendid manage
meut. Even this is Of less importance
than the change in che character of the
school-a change which affects every
student for his permanent benefit.
Work thorough work. not grades aud
sheep skins are now in demand. That
thoroughuess in every branch of studies
which has uuilt up the greatest schools
OF the world-this is what the present
faculty is striving to secure, backed by
tie earnest support OF the DO ,rd If re-
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13
Nowhere is this

GER is of the school. Nowhere is this
more true than in the mechanical, engi-
neering and scientific courses. Prof. A.
r. Saunders, who has charge Of tina me-
chanical engineering department, has
received hundreds of deserved compii-
merits from the crowds Of visitors dur
ing the week just ended. \ building
75x95 feet has been set apart for tins
course, provided with specimens and
specjallv fitted rooms for wood working.
training in the use of tools, drafting and
blue print work, Practical knowledge
is the purpose of this department and
practical work is required throughout
For example in the mechanical branches
the students must rge and cast and
shape the tools they use. In the civil
engineering course the boys take the
tranait level and chains into the fields
and stav there until they learn how
these are used. For example they have
recently climbed all the way 10 the 'o2
of the 0teptoe butte Win theif Ie'eI9
and determined It's a'llCaoe oy maine
NAUTICAL measurements Inc department
OF chemistry Is one 'I ""ich 1ue regents
have become justly proud. Prof. Full
mer ana hls ASSISTANT Ifoi' fIeCcler,
have not only strengthened THESE oFancH-
es of the school work 10 remarkable
degree oot nave io"ho '''ne lor otne'
lab"rs OF direct praclIcai interest ana
benefit To The farmers oil thls state 0"lI
ANALYSIS and sugar beet culture nave
been the tw" SUBJECTS TO "hlch Inc most
spare time has been given. samples OF
soil from nineteen couhtles nave peen
Analysed and the coml os'Cloh OF l'|oO
sugar boets coming from lOI towns nave
been determined with chemical accuracy,
That the farmers OF Washington are
learning 70 appreciate 'ne PF'etlcal value
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13

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Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13

APPARENTLY the Nez Perez Indians
will soon get their long looked for money
from the government. Uncle Sam
should keep faith with the red skins if
he expects to retain their confidence.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13

CLEVELAND wants third term. lie
also wanted a son, but his wants seem
TO count for but little.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13

A THIRD daughter has been born to
the president ana his wife.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13

THE penitentiary grain sacks will SCI
at five cents each this season.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13

Published every Saturday morning, at Pull
man, Hh.taan county, Washington.
Al Advertisements viii Joe continued and
charged Tor until ordered ont.
Pullman herald. [volume] (Pullman, W.T. [Wash.]) 1888-1989, 1895-07-13
The Herald,

Wtf03D ALIEN. FDnog ANo PUBLISHER
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-11

Cne re1ns and endeaYored to grasp the edge of the cliff with my left hand as l was rolling over. I did succeed in check ing the shock of my fall somewhat, but could not secure hold sufficient to sus- tain my weight. For moment hung suspended over the terrible abyss, my whole weight resting upon my right arm. Quick as a flash l grasped the reins with my left also, and there l hung, expecting death every instant, for I knew that my horse would not stand long in the position he then held
 l could see him standing above me. and the beauty of his pose and the rig idity of his position. as he stood braced against the weight dangling at the end of his bridle rein, made an impression upon my memory that will never be eradicated
 l asked myself how much longer it was possible to hang by so frail sup port as bit of leather. The grip of my hands was so tight that my finger ends were tingling and burning as though touched with hot iron.
 Suddenly another shot rang out, awakening myriad of echoes that seemed to mock mo with shrill laughter Again that backward movement of my horse, and as I felt tho reins drag along the edge of the precipice I thought I must surely let go and fall. Strange thoughts began to flash through my brain, mental pictures of loved ones long since dead appeared to whisper prayers for me, there was singing in my ears, and I realized that my strength was giving out. 5
 Just then 1 heard my name spoken. At first thought it was but the voice of one of the visions my excited brain had conjured up. Butno; there it sound ed again. It was Lee s voice, calm, col lected and inspiring. He was whisper ing words of caution.
 Opening my eyes, saw his face above me-what a white, scared face it was, l thought Slowly, oh, so slowly, his hand stole down thereins until it rested upon my wrist. Then there was q quick grip of powerful fingers, an exertion of wonderful strength, and was in safety. Lee told me afterward that I was un- conscious when he stretched me out on the trail
 The first shot had been fired at a mountain lion that crouched ill the trail short distance ahead and had sent it crashing into the depths of the canyon. Hearing my cry of fear as toppled over the brink of the cliff, he had shot his horse to clear path to get back to where I was and had been in time to rescue me- W P Coulter in San Fran cisco Argonaut.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-11
HANGING TOA BRIDLE
THRILLING ADVENTURE IN THE BIG
 HORN MOUNTAINS.

A Hunter Held Over & BottOmless Canyon # BY His Horses Birdie Rein-The Mys-
 tery of Two Rifle Shots Explained-How
 Lee Cleared the Path.
 During the fall of 1877, just after the Expedition which had resulted in the Cunning down and capturing of Chief Joseph and his band of warriors, my troop was detached to mako scout from Camp Brown down through the Rattlesnake range to the Platte river and from thero to the Yellowstone by way of the Goose Creek trail.
 When we camped on Clear creek, 0 comrade named Leo and I started off for days hunting among the high peaks of the Big Horn mountains, ex- peeting to get few sheep. Lee was man of extraordinary strength and was noted in the regiment for his feats of anusoular ability.
 We aseended the mountain by 8 deer trail, Lee riding i'll advance. The trail led up 'hogback" until it ran out { kainst the side of the mountain, when
 
 bill until we struck another trail wind Ing i'll zigzag manner toward the sum- nit We dismounted and led our horses, for the trail ran dangerously close to ths edge of cliff that formed ono side of an immense canyon, whose depth we gould only guess. Narrower and mar Tower grew the trail as we advanced fo fa ak int only short distance in front of us. We moved forward cautiously, for on one side the mountain appeared to rise from under our very feet into wall of solid rock. On the other side we looked into the depths of the great canyon, which would prove an eternal grave to either of us should he lose his footing and top lle into it.
 ! $The apparent termination of the trail was due to a curve at that point, to round which required steady nerves We passed it safely, but had not gone 90 yards when both horses bent their cars forward, snorted and showed eyi- dences of the greatest terror. Before < oould ascertain the cause of it, being ill rear of Lees horse and unable to see Beyond it, a shot was fired that awoke ten thousand echoes.
 Z What followed the sound of the shot Happened so quickly that l did not re- alize danger until I found myself hang mg between life and death. My horse nnable to see what was in the path ahead of us but whose instinct warned hlm of the presence of some dreaded Wild beast, had stopped in terror, and, when the shot was fred suddenly threw up his head and began backing. I had pulled the reins over his head when g@ismounted and held them in my right nand, to which fact I owed my escape rom instant death. The rapid back ward movement of the horse and the sudden tossing of his head threw me off
 ny balance, and before could recover t Was falling over the cliff.
 2 !nstinottvely I frightened my hold on
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-11
Tried to Brace Up.

Wife-You've been drinkingl And you told me you were going to prayer meetingi
 Husband-Y- -e-s, m dear, wash de- layed at zhe prayer meeting, and (hic) knew you'd make big fuss bout my (hic) comin home s late, and I---I (hic) tried to brace up for zhe ordeal New York Weekly.
 NHOT WHAT WE SAY, but " what Hoods Sarsaparilla Does, that tells the story of its merit and success Remember HOODS CURES.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1895-04-11

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Birmingham age-herald., 1895-01-12

Tho plains of Troy so famed and flour ished in ancient days, are now barren and desolate. Tho sculptor secs no statues, the architect no remains, and the painter any thing but picturesque view. It is fit only for the collegian or the moralist. The classic Scamander is but muddy stream, winding through an uncultivated plain, covered with stunted oaks, underwood and rushes. At tho opposite extremity of the plain stand the tombs of Hector and Achilles, that of tho latter near the Helles- pont, where the Greek fleet was moored. Near is tho grave of his friend, Patroclus. All their glorios are now reduced to few tumuli, about 30 feet high. The Seaman der is between 900 and 250 feet broad and very muddy, having the appearance of be- ing much flooded.
 Farther up tho plain it's course becomes undistipgushable among the marshes After passing smaller river you arrive at an ancient tumulus, not far from the shore. What is most striking in this monument is the existence of an arch, which forms nn entrance to the center. Above are the remains of a square base ment, on which tho column of the tomb may have formerly stood. On your return you see tho tombs of Achilles and Patro- clus and some others
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-01-12
America a Nation of whistlers.

Tho right of n person to whistle, to tho paralysis of other persons nerves, is bo- coming almost as burning question as the right of persons to smoke to the men. tai and bodily dctriment of others. We Americans arc probably, next to our own colored people in the southern towns, whom wo have educated in the art, the whistlingest people in the world There are apparently two reasons for this. One is that we arc the most nervous of people we havo got to be doing something, we can't go down stolidly at our work like Europeans or sit silent and contemplative, so we work off our fidgcts with whistling. The other reason is that we arc really cheerful and expressive people, in spite of all that has ever been said to the contrary. The national whistling habit has resulted in the production of great number of really skillful and musical whistlers. With ono consideration and another, there is tremendous amount of whistling. It seems cheerful and sometimes, to the whistler, 1t is really cheerful. Now, un- doubtedly this would be very nice if every ohe's whistling was heard only by him self. It would be a blessed way of work ing off one's nervousness too. What about that? An ordinary whistler's performance gives absolutely no pleasure to any one but himself."-Boston Transcript.