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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02

AT THE PoST-oFFICE AT MARTINSBURG.
w. VA.
DEPARTURES.
Mail close at 10:40 a. m. for Hagers
town. and all points east.
At 90 a. m. and and Z p. M, fol
Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia
NewYork and all points East and South
AT s 80 p. m. for all points East.
At 20 p. m. for Pittsburg and all 10
cal and through points West.
At 5p. m. for Hancock, Berkeley
Springs, Cumberland, and principal 10
cal stations on the main stem of the B.
& o. and all through points West.
At 55 p. m. for Pittsburg and all
places West.
At Z As a. m. and 40 p. m. for Hag
erstown q, Baltimore and all intermediate
stations on G. V. R. R
At Ii a. m and 6 40 p. m. for Win
chester and intermediate stations on the
CIV. R. R.
ARRIVALS.
Mails arrive by a. m. from all through
points East. West, and South.
At 8 25 a. m. from New York, Phila
delphia, Baltimore. Washington, ant
local points on old line of B. &. o. R. R
At 2 and &C p. m. from all point
East and South.
At $50 a, m. from St.Louis, Cincinnati
and Intermediate points.
At 29p.m from Chicago, Wheeling
Pittsburg, and intermediate points.
At Is am. and 3 90 p. m. from Win
chester and intermedi late stations on tn
G.. V. r. r.
At II 80 a. m. and 7 10 p. m. from
II nd MT
date stations on the c. V. R. ;.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02
russmpllmsp.srr psanltlan..

The prize offered by the publishers Of
the London Geutlewoman for the best
epigrammatic definition Of the new
woman was awarded to the author Of
the following: "A fresh darn on the
original blue stocking. Al oDg other
definitions received were: THE old
maid trying TO be the young man.
six Of one and half dozen Of the
ether. !" A creature Of opinions decided
and skirts divided. !" Ono who has not
yet attained to be gentleman. Man 3
newest and best reason for remaining
SINGLE" Madam become Adam, /"
" Mannishness minus manliness. /"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02
A Famous French Detective.

M. G. Goron, the famous French de-
tective, is about to retire from the po-
lice. He is perhaps the most wonderful
and accomplished man in his profession.
1t was NJ. Goron who was intrusted
with all the arrangements for insuring
the safety of the Czarowitz Nicholas
during his visit to Paris some three
years ago. The Russian prince, accom-
panied by the detective, made tour Of
the lowest quarters Of Paris in disguise,
and visited some dens of the worst re-
pute.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02

The Dream City, is going like
hot cakes on a cold morning. We
would be most happy to place copy
in every Herald family. AS otar con
tract is limited as to time mo- sone
should delay.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02
German Doors Opening.

The Berlin correspondent of The Brit
ish Medical Journal writes: There is
rumor that the professions Of dentist
and Of chemist and druggist are to be
opened to women. Up to the present all
the lady dentists practicing IN Germany
have had an American training"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02

The Herald S months. or Il months
and the Dream City. " for only $3.50,
in advance.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02


Stranger than all, there arc John Calvin
and James Arminiusl Who would have
thought they would sit so lovingly to-
eethers There are George Whitefleld and
the bishops who would not let him
come into their pulpits because they
thongbt him fanatic Tbere are tha
80 s....-...- sr..-,-5.. rr~.sA-
CHARLES Wesley Isaac Wa,ts .,,S NJ
si.onrnav 10 baaya,, had had M, ,,,rs;,,
- - -, - s
peiure 'hey went up, tney Wouiu nave
started the singing. And there the band
of missionaries-Dayid Abeel, talking
Of China redeemed. and John Scudder
OF India saved, and David Brainerd Of
the aooriglnes evangenzed, ana mrs
Adoniram Judson, whose prayers for
pnrn,a tool heaven hv violencaf All
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,a ~ sat;sneds Thsr tainted with nons
=, - ,a~a e. ,hor, ~, aann;hs,s A. w.
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on fe yS V S.ls ~ :. eas ses saws
While Others fought TO win the prize,
Or sailed through bloody seas'
Toplady shouts in his old hymn:
Your harps, 70 trembling saints.
Down from the willows take
I1 pl', 20 me p, a,,,'. q spVe u'N'ne
,r,.,,. r,sa..,e. w.. a. At..,..s;..
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sa eni 10 ~ ,l husP s'~ ""'''
A mover dying soul TO save,
And ft it for the slyi
look again, and see the gallery OK
our departed. Many Of those in the 9TH
or galleries we have heard Of, but these
we knew Oh, how familiar their faces
They sat at our tables. and we walked
to the honsc of God in company. Have
they forgotten us? Those fathers and
mothers started us on tho road OF lifo.
Are they careless as to what becomes OF
usf And those children, DO they look
on with stoiiu ihaiieience as 70 "hetn-
er we WIN or lose TINS battle ior e.er-
my. Say 1 sec mat cniiu running ms
hahd over your brow ana saying ra-
ther' 40 not iiet' Mo.ner' 90 nov
worry. Lhey remember the DAY tney
ielt Us. Ihey remember the agony Oh
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02

Every reader is re-
quested to tell his
neighbor and secure
at least one new sub
scriber. By SO doing
you will enable us to
give you a much bet
ter paper.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1895-11-02
THE MAILS.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE OF THE MAILS
AT THE PosT-oFFICE AT MARTINsBURG.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
another Ca. comes Back,

Glen McKittrick is back flom WiscoH-
sin, bag and baggage, sheep and all. He
left last fall and has been paying from
S12 to SIG a ton for hay in Wisconsin to
winter his stock and in the meantime not
earning a dollar. Meanwhile the neigh
bOrs he left here have let their stock pick
a rich living on the prairies and it has
not cost them a red cent. Glen went
away with 200 sheep. He returns with
60; the rest have gone to pay feed bills.
1t cost him $3.50 to get out of Brule
county and S120 to get back. He un-
loaded at White Lake; afraid the KIM
ball boys would guy him, probably. 1t
is the second time he has quit the county
Says he will stay here now till that
place they tell about freezes over.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
The Chcnpest ANA the nc.t,

Every City, County, Township and
School officer wants a c0pyo of the author
lied edition of the laws passed at the
last ~scsslon-at a nominal price. He
wants an accurate edition. lie wants one
good In court; and he wants it cheap.
We have just such a e 1t is published
by the state printers and is printed from
the original bills. 1t is absolutely ac-
curate. 1t is the only edition on the
market which is good in court. 1t is the
only edition of any kind which is so
low in price. These laws car be obtained
at this Office now. Come early before
the supply is gone. Price IS cents.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

When the writer took his dramatic
company to Chamberlain and presented
Rosedale, five years ago this spring, the
boys down there had sold every seat in
the opera-holse before 8 p. III. Well,
that's Chamberlain's style OF doing
things. Can't we do as we'll Wednesday
night. It's q long time since any enter
tainment has taken place here; the
drama. Under Two Flags" is an intense
ly interesting play and the Chamberlain
club present it finely. Let ever person
appoint themselves a committee Of one
to give them a splendid reception.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
What is

Castoria is DIR. Samuel Pitchers prescription for Infants
and Children. 1t contains neither Opium, Morphine nor
other Narcotic substance. 1t is q harmless substitute
for Paregoric, Drops, Soothing Syrups, and Castor OH.
1t il Pleasant. Its guarantee is thirty years use by
Millions of Mothers. Castoria destroys Worms aid allays
feverishness. Castoria prevents vomiting Sour Cura'
cures Diarrhoea and Wind Collie. Castoria relieves
teething troubles, cures constipation and fla'uschcy.
Castoria assimilates the food, regulates tho stomach
and bowels. giving healthy and natural sleep. Cas-
toria is tho Children's Panacca-the Mothers Friend.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

1--WE take pleasure in recommending
Chamherlain's Cough Remedy because it
is praised by all who try it," says j. w.
Cox Il Son, druggists, M~arshfeld, Ore
gon. No one afflicted with a throat or
lung trouble WITHOUT praising it. 1t
always gives prompt relief. II is espec-
tally valuable for colds as it relieves the
lungs, makes breathing easier and aids
expectoration. A cold will never result
IN pneumonia when this remedy is taken
and care exercised. For sale by + T..
Miller, druggist.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
Under W. Flags

This drama, to be presented here next
Wednesday evening by Chamberlain tai
cnt, was dramatiZed from the novel from
which it takes its name and which made
the celebrated Italian authoress famous.
The story abounds with insensely thrill
ing situations and the dramatlst loses
none of the striking features of the work
All WHO have read Ouida will want to
see this drama. Bettersecure YOU seats
before it is too late.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
Married..

Ernest Glass and Bertha Glass We're
married at Pocahontas, Iowa, last week
Ernest is a sou Of Mrs. j. A. Glass OF this
place and was married under his fathers
name, as Ernest Whitman. The bride
was an adopted daughter Of j. A. Glass,
hut was married under the name Of Ber-
tina H%OrenbecE. her fathers name. OF
late years she has made her home with
Ernest's father. who resides at Rolfe, Ia,
where Ernest is now in the barber bust
ness. P0cahontas is the county seat.
The bride was visiting Mr.. and Mrs.
Glass here last summer.
The team which brought the young
couple back to Rolfe from the scene of
the wedding ran away and both were
thrown out OF the carriage and badly
shaken up. The bride Vas unconscious
for some time. The GRAPHIC trusts that
future welded bliss will more than make
amends for the accident on the wedding
day.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
RllfnuS Cnlic.

Persons who are subject to attacks OF
bilious collie Will be pleased TO know
that prompt relief may be had ly taking
Chamberlains Collie, Cholera and Diar-
rhoea Remedy. 1t acts quickly and can
be depended upon. In many
cases the attack may be prevented by
this remedy AS soon as the first
indication of the disease appears. %
and 80 cent bottles for sale by +. r..
Miller, druggist.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
DR.. Prices Cream Baking Powder
Worlds Fair Highest Award.
For Over nir1x

An old and well tried remrdy.-Mrs. Winslow s
Soothing Syrup has been uset. for fifty years by
tecthing. with perfect success. 1t soGthes the
child, %softens the gums, allays all pain, cures
wind collie, and is the best remedy for diarrhnen.
1t is pleasant to the taste. Sold by druggistf
in every part of the world. Twenty-Five cents n
bottle. Its value is incalculable. Be sure and
ask for Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup, and
take no other,
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

When fevers and other cpidemics are
around, safety lies in fortifying the sys-
TEN with Ayers Sarsaparilla. A person
having thin and impure blood, is in the
most favorable condition to ..catch'
whatever disease may be floating in tie
air. Be wise in time.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

An elegant Line of Shoes Just I'M
packed at j. II. VOLTS. j. II. thinks
that he has just a little the best $1.25
Shoe (either in mems or women's) that
have ever been offered i'll this market.
See il you don't think So, too.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04


Registered warrants to and including
No. 3o9S are this day called for payment
and Interest thereon ceases.
w. l.. Cook
April 81, 1895. County Treasurer.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
Castoria.

"Castora is an excellent medicine for chill
dren. Mothers have repeatedly told me of its
good effect upon their children"
On. q. G. osaooD.
Lowell, Mass.
"Castoria is the best remedy for children OF
which I am acquainted. Hope the day is not
far distant when mothers will the real
interest Of their children, and use Castoria in
stead Of the variousq uack nostrums which are
destroying their loved ones, by forcing opium,
morphine, soothing syrup and other hurtful
agents down their Threats, thereby sending
them to premature graves"
DR.. J.. F. KINcHELoE,
Conway, Ark.
Tho Centaur Company, n
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

1t would surprise YOU to see what a
fewdollars will buy in the way Of Fur
niture, etc., at Bowles' Furniture En-
pOrium.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

A Faux county farmer, named Moul-
ton, says that last winter he wintered 80
head of horses and Is head OF cattle on
the Russian thistle, put up green and
stacked the same as hay. He said they
had no grain except what they got from
the thistle, but kept we'll and are looking
we'll. He cut 80 acres OF the thistles
when 20 inches high and made a stack
IA feet wide and 60 feet long and topped
it out with a few loads of old hay.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
Castoria.

"castoria is SO well adaptedto children that
/ recommend it as superiort to any presc-iptios
known to me-"
III So. Oxford st. brooklyn, NY
"our physicians in the children's depart
ment have spoken highly of their expert
ence in their outside practice with Castoria
and although we only have among o.
medical supplies what is known as regui.'
products, yet we arc free to confess that th'
merits of Castoria has won US to look with
favor upon it."
UNITED HOSPITAL AND DrspEssARy,
Boston, Mass
ALLEN c. SAITH, Pres,
urray Street, New York City.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

Weak hair strengthened and the scalp
kept clean by using Halls Hair Re-
newer.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
For Sale.
For Trade.

First class team of Horses; cash or on
time, go S. j. SNYDER.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

To trade for Brule county real estate,
a hotel in southern Nebraska.
(GSD DR.. +. II. KING.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

The weather the past week has been
all that the most exacting could desire
warm with frequent showers, here and
all around us, Wheat could not look
any better and grass if Just climbing.
Wednesday was a regular April day, and
it raiped so easy. At least a dozen
showers fell during the day, Interpreted
with a warm, bright sun that made the
country one beautiful emerald land
scape.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04

Ripans Tabulcs cure the blues.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1895-05-04
Miller sells Paints and Oils.
Potatoes-al you wan at VOLTS.

Miller sells Paints and OILS.
Potatoes-all you want at Motifs.
Flour and Feed on time-At the Mill.
Corn at C. S. Blodgett's at 50 per
busliel.
L. L. Muslin only &c per yard at S. J..
Snyder's.
A large stock of Shoes just received at
Brenne's.
Seed oats, 30 cents a bushel at c. S
Blodgett.
New Ginghams, Pongecs and Calicos
at Brenne'S.
Anew line of Hats just received at
S. j. Snyder's.
Anew lot of clothing at VOLTS, also
new hats and caps.
Prunes and Apricots 5 cents per
pound at Brcnno's.
New Dress Goods of all prices and
quality at s.. j. Snyder.
A car Of Salt just recelvcd-Rock Salt
all you want at j. H.Wolf
Go to the Red Front for YOUR Livery.
Goot Rigs at reasonable rates,
From 10 cents to Sl.2o saved on every
bolt OF Muslin you buy Of j. II. Welt.
have u lot of caps | will close out at
90 cents on the dollar. Vim. Mathies.
VIM. Mathies is overstacked with Neck
Muflers and will close them out cheap.
G.. S. Blohgett has ground feed, oats
and corn mixed, at only So cents per
hundred.
Wm. Mathies is still IN the lead IN
prices on farm produce don't forget
that, please.
j. II. Wolf got in a carload OF Fargo
flour last week-fOur grades, from $l.25
per hundred up.
j. IL. Wolf has the largest and best
assortment OF Garden Seeds in town.
Also SEED Corn and Potatoes
I.u can buy IAN. excellent uncolored
Jap. Tea-new crAp7at % cents per
pound, in 8 pound lots::at VOLTS.
Log Cabin Maple Syrup at William
Mathies at actual cost, to close it out.
forfeit.
A. NJ. Bowles' Furniture Store is the
place to buy your Carpets. Carpet
Sweepers, Rugs, Floor Oil Cloth, etc.
Prices way down.
We are here to stay,
We are here to please,
We are here for business-The Red
Front Livery: Al, Gregory.
Dress Ginghams $ cents; Prints 5, to
Z; Sateens, 10 to %; Sahteon Serge, 10,
cents; P0lgee Dress Goods in new pat
! terms at S. j. Snyder's,
Brule county people visiting Mitchell
will find nice meals and lunches at Mrs.
Miller's, opposite the Alex Mitchell hotel.
t Meals % cents; coffee and sandwiches.
10 cents.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-01-28

Austin. Tex, Jan. 21.--Tom Smith, OF
Blooming Grove, Navarro county, "A
leading Democrat. is In the city on
business connected with the third
house.
W. H. Bailey, editor Of the Houston
Herald, IL In the city.
]. z. Smith, of Fort Worth. Is at the
Driskill.
H. a. Stuart, n wnrllke bank clerk
Of Dallas, has been made q lieutenant
colonel on tho stan OF Governor Gull
bcrson.
Mrs. j. -. o'Connor, OF San Antonio.
Is visiting in the city,
Hon. w a. Moroney was called home
to Houston today by a telegram an
nouncing serious illness Of his wife
United States Judge y. $. MnXey and
wife will, tomorrow. take up per-
manent residence at the Avenue Hotel.
Judge MAXey Is now enjoying n short
vacation though his court will begin
it's February term In a few days,
Senator J. NJ. Dean has moved 10 the
Avenue Hotel. The senator has as
sumed very decidedly judicial air
since he has taken the chair as head Of
the committee on elections which Is
now engaged In the investigation OF
the charges against Senator Crowley.
Mr.. Osceola Archer and family had
their little home burned u few days ago
and he has arranged 10 live ut the
Avenue Hotel for the present.
Mr.. George $. Thebo. of Paris, II
visiting his brother. Mr. Charles Il.
Thebo, one OF the proprletors OF the
Avenue Hotel. Mr. Thebo will enjoy
his visit for several days
Mr. George w, Blair, n well-lnown
travelling man. with headquarters at
Dallas, is In Austin, and is registered
at the Avenue Hotel.
Mr.. G., z. Lane, II Jolly Knight from
81. Louis, spent sunday in Austin at
the Avenue Hotel.
Representative Blair. OF Bexar,
went over 10 San Antonio yesterday but
returned to his quarters at the
Avenue last night.
Collector w. a. Fitch. Of Eagle Pass,
arrived on the midday train from the
west on yesterday and Is now at the
Avenue Hotel.
Lee j. Roundtree OF Kyle. welI-lSnown
In newspaper circles, Is In Austin, and
will, before he returns. give MIR Gull
berson some advice about whom should
be appointed ms superintendent OF the
asylum for the deaf and dumb and
blind for colored people. as he In now
a member Of the board of trustees. He
Is at the Avenue Hotel.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-01-28

this sermon. Stand badk and mako way
for hin. He comes with scars all around
his forehead; scars In the centor Of both
hands stretched out to greet you; scars on
tho ins,ep OF both tho feet with which no
advances; sears on tho breast under which
throbs the great heart OF sympathy which
feels for you. announce hha. | intro.
ducc him 10 you, Jesus OF Bethlehem and
Oliyet and Goigotha. Why CONTEST thou
hithor this winter day, thou Of tho spring
titno and summery hcavons' Ho answers;
10 give all this audience pardon for guilt,
oondolenco for grief, whole regiments OF
help for day OF. battle and eternal life for
the doadl What response siail give himS
In your behalf and IN my own behalf l
hail him with tho aecription; Unto him
who hnth loved US and washed us from
our aims In his own blood and hath mnde
US kings and priests unto God and HIS Ea-
thcr--te him DO glory and dominion for.
ever and ever. Amen
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-01-28

The management Of Kansas farms and
ranches is not confined entirely 10 men,
for there arc some very shrewd md oapa-
bic managers among the ladies'. Ono Of
these IL Miss Kittie ID. la Mnstor of Gard
ner, johnson County. Miss Master goes
to the Live Stock Exchange and attends to
tho financial part of the business in per
son. "l have boon engaged in farming,
says the lady, for the past six years, on
account Of tie Ill health OF my father, who
Is incapheitnted for work on account Of
rheumatism which goes hard with him at
his age, which is 10 years, When my
mother and myself took charge Of the
farm, Of over 500 acres, every one predict
ed we would be failures hut we IRE very
we'll satisfied with tho results. Our corn
crops arc very fair, but have found thAt
1t pays to feed wheat TO hogs feed
crushed wheat, soaked "a hours before
feeding, mixed with corn, half and half,
The soaked wheat, think, does much bet
ter AS feed than dry. Corn is worth 80
cents and wheat Us cents at Gardner
OF the other Kansas ladies who arc pa.
irons of tho Kansas City live stock market
may DO mentioned; Mrs, |. d. Harkloroad,
Silyordnlc, Cowloy county; Mrs. b. d,
Freeman, Madison, Greenwood county;
Mrs, Mary A. Bowling, Chapman, Dick.
inson county; Mrs Mary NurRosscn, La
Cygno Linn county, and Mrs. John Stack,
Rossville, Shawnee county There arc
some ladies who manage large cattle
ranches Mrs. Lucen Scott, widow Of
Judge Luclen Scott of Lonvcnworth, Kan,
manages hor ranch In the panhandle Of
Texas which cunsistso OF 900. 600 acres, all
fauro1 and on which tberp nro hottCeon
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1895-01-28

A common belief is that Chinese modl-
cincs consist almost entirely Of mineral
substances, the vegetable kingdom being
little drawn upon. But the opposite Is tho
case. In Mr.. h. Braun's work, "A List
of the Chinese Medicines Exported From
Hankow and tho Other Ynngtze Ports,
which contains tho names OF most OF tho
medicines in use IN the central parts OF
China, there are 4l9 medicines, clnssod as
under: Insects, o; roots, liH; barks and
husks, go; twigs and leaves, 10; flowers,
81; seeds and fruits, %; grasses, 49, sun
dries, II. Tho sundries may ho snbdi.
yided into % herbal products, 8e animal
products and 81 mineral products.
Now, taking the roots, bnrks, etc, md
adding them 20 tho 81 herbal products, wo
have 800 medicines obtained from tho
vegetable Kingdom. Then to tho o insects
add the 90 animal products, and We have
Al medicines obtained from the animal
kingdom, and, as already mentioned, there
arc but 81 mineral products. Nearly all
tho medicines ! have classed as mineral
products" aro simply preparations of iron,
mercury, lead, zinc, etc, counterparis of
medicines to be found in any European
laboratory. The curlosities Of tho Chinese
phnrmaeopmia are to bn found In tho nni'
nal department, but even then II must DO
remembered that they nre only the curl
ositles. Chinese Imperial Customs.