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Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18

A.R.Day, of Corinna, and responded to by
Abenaquis club, in his usual felicitous
manner. The visitors were entertained
at Nicolin club in the evening. The
donors were: Senators A. X. Day,
Corinna Elliott Wood, Winthrop; NJ. l..
Reynolds, Sidney; c. A. Marston, Skow-
hogan; R. c. Penney, Monson; Represen-
tatives w. T. Haines, Waterville; w. II.
Williams, Augusta; c. A. Mccullough,
Calais; f. R. Spear, Rockland; w. L..
Littletield, Belfast. In the party which
visited Ellsworth Friday were Senator
Day, Representatives Littletield, Haines,
and Williams, p. S. Head, Waterville; 3;
F. w. Pullen, Bangor, and F. G. Fassett,
Portland.
Miss Mary A. Clark, OF this city, at
tended the meeting of the Maine botan-
lists at Portland Friday and Saturday. last
week. The meeting was called for the
purpose Of organizing a State botanical
society. About seventy-five botanists
were present. The society was formed
under the name of the Josselyn botanical
society, the name being taken from John
Josselyn, a botanist of the seventeenth
century, who published a book on New
England natural history. Miss Clark was
elected a vice-president of the society
and member of an important commit
tee. Prof. A. l.. Lane, of Coburn classical
institute, is president OF the society. Miss
Clark will extend her trip to West
borough, Mass, where she will visit rela-
tives, before her return to Ellsworth.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18

Naxt SaturdaN is Circus Day

The event of the week will be the
coming, on Saturday next, July 20, OF
Sells Brothers circus.
Hancock county has been literally
plastered all over with pictorial paper
showing the immense proportions of this
exhibition, and if the weather is propi-
tious, Ellsworth is likely to see a larger
circus crowd than has visited it since
Barnum. most imposing street parade
is promised, to say nothing of the two
regular performances.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18
SUICIDE OF 4 SULLIVAN MAN.
Luther NcLain Followed His Wife to
East Newport and Shot Himself.


East Newport and Shot Himself.
Luther McLain, of West Sullivan, COM
mitted suicide at East Newport by shoot
ing himself Tuesday morning
Early in June McLain's wife and
eighteen-year old son were compelled to
leave their home at West Sullivan because
OF McLain's cruelty. They went to the
home OF George Lakin, a nephew of Mrs
McLain, at East Newport. Their where
abouts were for time unknown to
McIain, but he finally learned where
they were.
McLain arrived at East Newport Mon
day evening, and was driven out to Mr..
Lakin's house Tuesday morning. When
McIain went into the house he met his
wife and said he wished to talk to her
alone, which she refused to do. She at
tempted to leave the room, and did sue
ceed in getting by him, when he drew a
revolver and followed.
Mrs. Lakin called to her husband, who
WAS working nearby, and when he started
to come to their assistance McLain placed
the revolver to his own temple and fired,
killing himself instantly.
vial of morphine was found in his
pocket, and also memorandum book in
which was written:
DEAR SISTER: Write to Barney, OF
West Sullivan, and tell him to give what
have left to dear Forrest.
The evident intent was to kill his wife,
aud possibly the son, and then take his
own life. When the father arrived the
son fled and secreted himself for fear OF
beinG ininred.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18

Monaghen's band gave a concert al the
band stand last Friday evening. a large
crowd assembled in the square. The fol-
dered:
March, ''The Grand Review. w H. Thomas
Forest Park" Waltzes..........W. II Thomas
Selection, "Swect Little Daisies. f. X. SETTER
Overture, Mountain Echoes. W. Daley
March, "The Honeymoon" "........ George Rosey
Waltz, "The Sidewalks of New York"
arr. by F. BeyeI
March, "Auawa". wa".................W. II. Thomas
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Early Bird. 2.1O.

The 2:13 race at Old Orchard last Friday
was won by Early Bird, who lowered his
record to 2.10. Seven heats were trotted,
the race, being continued to Saturday
morning. Early Bird won the second,
third, and seventh heats. Time, 2:10,
2;1O4, 2:13.
Early Bird is expected to reach the 2;07
mark this season.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18
Milbridee Sardine Factory Burned

George A. Sawyer's sardine factory at
Miibridge was burned Saturday morning.
Small insurance. Loss, $4,000.
The schooner "Eldora," lying at the
wharf, could not be moved, it being low
water, and was damaged beyond repair.
She was valued at S25, 900.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18

what has become of Spacer, no used
to write those sensational a-v:.ia3 10
The Daily Boom? "Why, didn't ys
hear? They gave Spacer -. sig .Asant
to go out in disguise as professions. beg.
gar, and he's making so much money
it they can't get him back. Won't VIZ
the article, either. Says he don't propose
to give away good thing"
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18
Eire at Orland.

The farm buildings of Capt, e. C.
Gilley on the Castine road were burned
last Thursday.
The fire originated in the stable, cause
unknown.
A portion OF the household furniture
was saved. Loss, $500; insurance q 900.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18

The review of the fruit conditions of
the country for the calendar year 1894,
by the pomologist of the agricultural
department, characterizes the season as
peculiarly disastrous and Improbable in
most lines of fruit culture.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18
LOCAL A FFAIRS,
>Ew ADyERTIsEMENTs THIS WEEK


W "r't ! %t M.,n attachment ,'l,t ..aa,,s
Probate notire-l'ctiton for license to sell
ProInte notiec-re,itfon for license to sell
req pr',l'a,a eitnt" MOTTO. -. ,aarao po,,,n.
Admr notrc-t'rorge Il. Tinker.
COMPANY. ,,''''' '''"' ''''''"''s
pr. I,l q {, flowcr,frec lecture to women.
sot rn pr<onseor.
NJ. z. Incklcy-louse for sale.
bt.tE"ILL.
hill 1eh resident tax no'lee "i the town OF biue.
Edward f. chase-e"ntractors' notice.
'HS"'"
poRrL,>p
shaw business aud short hand college
LEWISTON
y = " f. r '''77 eo.-eooey creamer
Ioni. - Coak II mi. c,tv !. visiting
in R,ston
tensin, ,ay ...nr,
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senator '''"'ef - 9ton"r"' OF Deer i4'f'
l.
h'r' We're IN 'h4 city saturday
l. y, ioi' i'7 -. -'ri1si ueSoHS from
tt "e'N 'u'i'''77 Il TO i'os'oi'
Nj y. McGo"H lett Monday fora week =
vacation III 'h' " h''" MOUNTAINS
Miss Sara Krdman, of Watham, Mass,
Is the guest OF Mrs, George \. Parcher.
ell Wclch, who has been very i'll at his
home on Franklin street, is improving.
Miss Susan Richard of Wey,nouth h.
Mass, is he guest OF VI iss Sadie Burrill.
Mr,. William p. Clough. OF Everett,
Mass is visiting her brother. Capt John
A. Lord.
Mrs. r. }. Murrey, of Bluehill, and Miss
Hsrlin. Of N.y York. we're in the city
Tuesday.
Clarence uale OF Portland. WAS among
the guest. at the Sieolin club last Friday
evening.
The F,sworth tr,pha,iours will give a
minstrel show Mt surrv Friday evening
OF this week
Mr. and Mr.. lame. f. Parsons and
dauphter MFR. + Coornbs are at
Shady Nook.
Miss Peters Of BANGOR. il the puest of
! ! 4 Peters and wife. At their cottage
at Lamoine Beach.
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VI 'ss JOSIE "''' i'o'''' - \ ne' le''' an u
Miss Burgard, of 1hAeef" 81" he guests
OF Mrs . ~ 'eelh'
Lyman Lord and wife, OF Boston, are
visiting MIR. Lords parents, Capt. and
Mrs samuel l.. Lord
John w. Wyman, wit his wife and son,
OF Waltham, Mass, is visiting his father,
City Clerk l.. b. Wyman.
Mrs. Celia T. Dickey, OF Haverhill,
liam Black, in this city.
The young peoples society OF the Con-
gregationaI church has discontinued
meetings for the summer months.
Joseph Friend. accompanied by his
daughter. Frederick, OF Creston, Iowa, Is
visiting his brother. Lewis Friend
Dirigo engine. which was injured II he
trials on the Fourth, has been put in
thorough condition by Charles Pho.
pr...i,,i,,,, F.,,t... w v,r,oua a,d ,,.if..
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18
Gbe hing s Dauabters.

This department is conducted by the Hand
in Hand circle of the Kings Daughters of Ellis
worth. Headq quarters at Rooms II and Is Man
ming Block, Main street, Ellsworth
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18

Father Time who is not always hard
parent, often lays his hand lightly on
those who have used him well.-ChdrteS
Dickens.
Old gentleman-"My, my! l don't
like to see little boys cry. Boys who get
hurt should act like men," Boy-"Boo,
boo! Then I'd get i-licked for swear
in"
Husband Fannie, how do you know
that Mrs, Ruyter IS so homely? Wife
All descriptions OF her say that she has
IAN earnest, strong face" and that is the
polite for hideous
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18

was formally presiding eIuer OF tHtS uis-
trict. He will be accompanied by his
wife, and while here will be the guests of
Mr.. and Mrs. John F. knowlton.
Irving A. Stover, of Ellsworth Falls, and
Mrs. Gertrude May Allen, of Rockland,
were married by l.. b. Wyman, notary
public, Wednesday, July3.
Misses Alice and Helen Newenh ham, ac-
companied by their brother Gilbert, ar
rived in this city from Cherrytield Satur-
day, and are visiting at A. E. Moore's.
Miss Josephine Stafford and Miss Mill
dred Murch, of Cambridge, Mass are
visiting friends in this city, the guests of
Mr.. and Mrs. Sterling Haynes, High
street.
Boyd Bartlett, sub-principaI OF the
Chelsea, Mass, high school, who is spend
ing the summer at Castine, spent several
days last week with his mother, Mrs.
Maria Bartlett of this city.
A company of about twenty ladies and
gentlemen enjoyed Tuesday afternoon at
Weymouth Point. The party was given
in honor of Mrs. Bradley, of st. Paul,
Mimi, and Mrs. Allen, of Billings, Mont.
Miss e, 5. Blood, OF Chicago, arrives
here to-day Wednesday to spend the
summer with her sister, Mrs. Maria
Bartlett Percy Bartlett, who has been
visiting at Quechce, Vt, will accompany
her.
Horace W. Newenl4am left Ellsworth
last Saturday on the 1870 train. He
made a short visit at \. +. Moore's on his
way home from Watervilie, where he has
been attending he Coburn class ca insti-
tute.
Fred Hale and party OF friends have
returned from five days cruise on II. f.
Hamlin's cutter "Thetis" Capt. Harry f.
Fiske and Joseph Nealley accompanied
the party to look after the boat and
cuisine.
Presiding Elder II. w Norton occupied
the pulpit of the Methodist church Sun
day In ths morning quarterly meeting Was
held, and the sacrament OF the Lords
supper administered. In the afternoon
Mr. Norton conducted services at Surry.
Mrs. w. w. Morrison and party of
friends who have been spending several
days at the Whitcomh cottage Lamoine
Point, returned Monday In the party
were Misses Addie and Beula Salisbury,
Miss Dellie Langley, Maurice CHM and
John Loud, of Boston, and Bert Reeves.
William Dav who vos arrestad bv
Deputv Sheriff Cushman at GniI,ord last
Tuesday charged with forgery, WIS tried
~ iri cd rad
Judge Dutton found him guiltv and he
was committed to the county jail In de-
fault OF s2oo bail to await the October
term.
Dirigo hose company, of Ellsworth,
now that it has beaten the worlds record,
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18
Coming Events.

Saturday, July 2o-SeIls Brothers circus
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1895-07-18
HAS NO
WHEELS
IN HIS HEAD
HEADQUARTERS for all
kinds Of Sporting Goods,
Hammocks, etc.
f. A. COOMBS.

A USTIN NJ. FOSTER,
CARPENTER AND BUILDER.
draw plans, make estimates, take contracts
for all c.asscs of buildings. Flrstclass work.
manship guaranteed.
Special attention given to SANITARY WORK.
WATER ST ELLSWORTH ME.
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nCIothinsSlo
". X. FARMER x CO..
ELLSWORTH, Me.

People Who insist on knowing
all about an article before buy
ing it, who demand that price
and quality must be exactly
right, who form their opinions
Of dealers by goods they have
sold in the past-thosc are the
folks to whom we like to sell
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
Her Windows.

Anybody who has ever looked out
of one of the old-fashioned windows
with sixteen or twenty-four panes OF
"bubbly" glass, knows the peculiar ap.
pearance which objects present Whes
seen through such medium.
"Old lady Hawley," who had lived
seventy-two years in Eouse literally
supplied with windows of this kind,
and who spent a good deal Of time
looking out Of them, was filed with
amazement when she first sat down
to view the landscape from her niece
Mehitable's "best room," where the
old-fashioned panes had been replaced
by new ones of good clear glass ant
modern size.
well, I do declare." she calculated
after about FIVE minutes. ut does
beat all how folks look through this
winder. Makes a sight O. difference
in their gaits, seem S ef. It's allu:
'peared to me s ef my neighbOr, Mis-
Spofford, he'd kind Of a hobblin
walk when she got out onter the
road, but she's jest gone past, step
pin as straight as ken be.
But there" she went on, 81 DUNN
but l like my winders on some ac
counts. livin' in kind Of lonesome
spot, as do. Fer l notice a mar
goin' past here looks like just one
man, but through my winders he allu'
)oks like a gin'ral muster"
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
How the Apple Tarts Went.

Meyer, the confectioner, stood be
hind his counter and gazed sadly at
the huge pile Of apple tarts which were
beginning to grow stale, for during the
last few days business had been unac'
countably slack. Suddenly he be-
thought himself of a plan. Sitting
down to his desk he wrote out the fol-
lowing advertisement and sent it to the
newspaper Office:
"Genuine Offer Of Marriage-A
young man of agreeable exterior ano
ample means desires to form the ac-
quaintance of lady with view to
making ter his partner for life. Beauty
and wealth are not SO much an object
Is a good character and an amiable
disposition. Young ladies who may
feel inclined to cast in their lot with
him hereby requested to cal! at Herr
Meyers confectionery establishment
tomorrow afternoon at three O'Clock,
and, as means of recognition, to eat
m apple tart.
A few minutes after three the Wholt
stock of apple tarts was cleared OUT %
Sheffield (England] Telegraph
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
WEARING QUEUES IN CHINA.
It IL Merely tho Prevailing Style
and Il Not Demanded By Law.

It IL Merely the Prevailing Style,
and IL Not Demanded By Law.
ut Is to the Tartars who conquered
China several centuries ago that we are
Indebted for this much discussed
queue" said Wing Lock, a prominent
Chinaman, to q writer for the Pitts.
burg Dispatch. "You hear e great deal
about the laws Of China relating to the
wearing Of queues; how Chinaman
cannot return to his country without
his queue, and all that. Well, 1t Is all
bosh. The wearing Of queue Is no
more required by law than your gen!
tlemen wearing whiskers, 1t Is Gus
tom and style, and a Chlnaman real
ICES some truth in the saying that you
might as we'll be out Of the earth as out
Of style. 4 Chinaman retains his queue
simply because If he should ever re-
turn to his native land he would not
care to 20 about among his friends and
! make himself conspicuous by such q
radical departure from the style OF so
many millions Of people. Strange, too,
that the Chinamen should hold to his
queue with such tenacity when it was
originally imposed upon him as a mark
Of subjection. When the Tartars came
over and set q ruler on our throne they
decreed that every Chinaman should
wear queue such as they did. OF
course, this was at first CALLING to them,
for they could not see or touch their
plated hair without being reminded Of
their conquest. But time heals all
wounds, and it was not long before the
Cinnamon began to cherish the marks
Of subjection as good fashion or style.
This was also true about the style OF
dress the Cinnamon now wear. 1t Is
In the queue that Chinaman wears his
badge Of mourning. When China.
mans father or mother dies there Is
sent to him, as to all the members OF
the family, colored garters. These are
not garters as we understand, but sort
of ribbons, white, green or blue, which
are plated with the hair. White, green
and blue are the colors Of mourning,
while the ribbon that is ordinarily plait-
ed In the queue Is black. These blue
and green garters are worn in the hair
for one year after the death Of par
| ont"
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
Dressing When You're Sick.


If only able to sit up in bed a loose
sacaue-shaped garment called night
ingale is most handy for slipping over
the nightdress, writes Emma NJ. Hoop
er, in a practical article on Gowns for
Occasional Use" In the Ladies' Home
Journal. 1t is made Of cashmere or
flannel and usually has the edges
hemmed and feather-stitched; all Of the
pattern houses issue pattern Of 1t
When able to sit up for time wrap
per Of striped flannel having Princess
back and loose front ls comfortable
worn with or without the nightgown,
but I believe in changing all of the
clothes when able to get out Of bed. Do
not fuss too much about dressing and
thus become tired. Wear pure wool
under wear, soft-boned corset or corset
waist; then add a flannel and outer
I petticoat and the wrapper, with easy
bedroom shoes Of crochet WOOL felt
wadded silk, etc. Dainty shoulder
shawls and sofa covers are always ap-
! preciated by one doomed to such 8
weary life as must be led in sick room.
Plenty. Of cushions having removable
denim or linen covers are necessary.
Select covers for wrappers, shawls, etc.,
| that are cheerful and becoming. Cardi.
nal, garnet, reddish brown, pinkish
gray, light blue, yellow, rcse, Bright old
rose and cream are good sick-room
colors. A bit of lace gathered in the
neck and sleeves will help to conceal
the marks of illness. Have soft mater.
ia,s. exquisite cleanliness and dainty
colorings.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
HOLMES MIDNIGHT MESSAGE

Vow the "Autocrat" Was Made Mem
Der Of Bohemian Club.
Years and years ago, when the Bohes
nian Club was In its infancy, In the
days when the members met in the old
Sacramento street rooms, there was
"Jinks." Now, a Jinks, especially
Jinks in the Bohemian Club, Is not con.
Quoted on strictly temperance princi.
pies. This one was no exception to the
rule. Tommy Newcom5 was president
Of the Bohemian Club in those days,
and under his supervision the reins OF
discipline were drawn but laxly. The
subject Of the Jinks was the ten fa'
NOUS professors at the breakfast table.
One member recited "Old Ironsides,"
and a moment later another capped
With 'sThe Height Of the Ridiculous.
The "Chambered Nautilus" was fol,
owed by .'The One Hoss Shay. And
SO it went until some spirit bolder tnan
the rest iudited telegram to the good,
gray poet of Boston. Informing him OF
his election to the Bohemian Club, with
all privileges appertaining thereunto,
and sent it before the more sober menl'
5ers could protest.
Now, Boston Is three hours nearer
the rising sun than San Francisco. Inc
telegram had scarce left the club-rooms
before some mathematicaly Inclined
member had discovered that It would
be midnight or later ere the New Eng
land doctor and poet would receive biz
notification Of election.
Judge Of the astonishment Of the rol
licking Bohemian crew when q uni
formed messenger Of the telegraph
company ran up the steps with the fol-
lowing message and asked, us dere
any arswer?"
Message from San Francisco. Whia
per low,
Asleep in bed an hour or more ago.
While on his peaceful pillow he re-
clines,
Say to his friends who sent these low
ing lines:
Silent, unanswering, still to friendship
true,
de smiles in slumber, for he dreams OF
you
OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES. ;,
Boston, Feb. %, 1874, Midnight"
And thus was Holmes made meEa-
Der of the Bohemian C!ub.-San Fran
cisco Examiner.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
~BOoTS BY THE QUARTS

Series Of Remarkable Sigma that Gro
ated Astonishrnent in Scath Street.
In South street there Is an italian
who runs Yankee notion stand. he
speaks English after q fashion, but
cannot read a word Of It. This tact has
made him an easy prey for heartless
Dker.
His stock Of goods includes a!moa>
everything from peanuts and chewing
gum to suspenders and waterproof
jumpers. Until recently he had dis
played no placards, giving the prices
Of his wares, but the other day man
offered to paint all the signs that the
Italian needed free Of charge.ss Tne
offer was joyfully accepted. The signs
were painted and placed IN position.
Crowds were attracted to the spot, and
visions Of sudden wealth danced be-
fore the Italians eyes. Here are some
Of the inscriptions painted by the
mountebank:
CAPE ANN BOOTS!
Only
so Cents a Quart.
CHEWING GUM.
All Kinds,
Only Gents Yard.
They were prominently displayed
near the top of the stand, but they were
eclipsed by these little lower down:
PEANUTS!
Raw OF Roasted,
SO Pint.
Must Be Eaten Here.
SUSPENDERS!
Baked, Fried or Boiled,
With Edible Buckles,
20 Cents Plate.
The placard that won the most ar
miration and Of which the innocent
merchant was particularly proud was
an oblong affair, gorgeous In colors. 1t
read:
Gold Plated Brushes. g Gents
Diamond Studs. o.. =. .. q Gents
Collar Buttons. $40 Each
All Pocket Knives. Free
A few minutes after the signs had
been put into place an old sailor was
trying to buy two quarts Of Cape Ann
boots for 81, and the Italian was get.
ting black in the face trying to make
him understand that the boots were
''Four dol a pair" Many similar
scenes were witnessed. Finally a SYM
pathetic friend exposed the fraud to
the victim, and the pastebcards were
,emoved.
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
WORDS OF WISDOM.

Stupidity is as thick as it is long.
Youth wears crown of tomorrow.
Society is lover of material things.
merry heart doesn't need brass
band.
A full stomach maketh a fearless
heart.
The mothers heart is the child'a
school-room.
Our self-made men are the glory OF
our institutions.
Personal cleanliness is more desir.
able than riches.
Pleasure is far sweeter as a recres'
ton than business.
That rich man is hsppiest who cal
convert his dollars into smiles.
It is not necessary for woman to
mark each year of her life with
wrinkle.
The woman who loves herself most
can marry man for his money and be
satisfied.
The man who is fond of books /;
usually man Of lofty thought and o.
elevated opinions.
It is not proper for man to think
of himself first, any more than it Is tc
think of himself last.
Poverty is the only load which is the
heavier the more loved ones there are
to assist in supporting it.
All the pursuits of men are the pur'
suits of women also, and IN all Of them
swoman is only weaker man.
Truth and fidelity are the pillars OF
the temple of the world; when these
are broken, the fabric falls and crushes
all to pieces.
Life, to be worthy of rational be
ing, must be always in progression;
we must always purpose to do more o:
better than in time past.
A secret is like silence; you cannoi
talk about it; and keep it. It is like
money; when once you know there j:
any concealed, it is half discovered
The news and herald. (Winnsboro, S.C.) 1877-1900, 1895-03-14
Where Woman Is Boss.

A woman's paradise exists in the In
dian Ocean. The tiny island Of Mini.
coy, midway between the Maldive and
Lacadive groups, is entirely under fem
mime rule, the men humbly taking the
second place on every occasion. The
woman is the hea&both Of the Govern
ment and the home, and when she mar
ries her husband takes her name and
hands over all his earnings throughout
his married life. Silk gowns are the
universal wear, the upper classes don
ming red silk and earrings, while the
lower ten appear in dark striped silk OF
coarser quality.