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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
THE HARRISON SURPLUS.

EVERY time an inquiry is made as to
reasons for the present embarrassment
of the government it has been the
custom of our democratic friends to
arise and proclaim that President Har-
rison left the country bankrupt, after
receiving a surplus when he begun his
administration. There is very inter
esting bit of history connected with
this "surplus" story which democrats
never tell, but it is none the less mat
ter of record and its truthfulness can
not be gainsaid. This story is so
concisly told by the Washington cor
respondent of the New York Press that
we cannot give our readers better an
Outstanding of the facts than by repro
ducing it, which we do below:
During Mr.. Cleveland's first term the
republicans controlled the senate, and
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
Money for Everyone

can't understand Why people complain of
hard times, when any woman or man can
make from So to-$ $40 day easily. All have
heard of the wonderful success Of the Climax
Dish Washer; yet we are apt to think we
can't make money selling it, but anyone can
make money, because every family wants
one. made $i7S.36 cents in the last three
months. after paying all expenses and at
tending to my regular business. You don't
have to canvass; "a soon a. people know you
have il for aale they send for Dish Washer.
Address the Climax Mfg. Co, Columbus,
Ohio, for particulars. Go TO work at once.
and you will very soon have full pocket
and a light heart. think il duty TO IN.
form each other Of such opportunities, and
also think II duty to improve them while
we may. Try il at once, and publish your
experience so others may be benefited
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
Triumph of Courtesy.

Pete" said the undertaken who had
been induced to come To the mining town
on guaranty that the place was thriving
and would keep him well supplied with
trade, Pete, I'm going back east. 1
haven't had case since I've been here.
and if stay any longer I'll go broke. "
well, that's all wrong, said the may
or of the town as he placed two rcVolyers
in his hip pocket and started toward the
door. You jest wait awhiiu II ain't
never goin to be said that Roch' Gulch
went back on its duty to pore man, you
can bet on that. Chicago Record.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
THE RENOWNED CHEMIST,
w. II Morse VI. D. F B s. Sc also Ed
itor of the Westfeld Leader Of
New Jersey.

Prof. Morse, who is also author OF
medical work entitled New Thcrapeu-
teal Agents, writes: Pe.ru-na. manu-
featured by the Pe-lu-na Drug Manu-
farturing Company, Columbus, Ohio.
has commended itself TO medical men
and their patients as specific for Ia
grippe and its sequcls. 1t fully APP
proves itself for this purpose, and is
remedial for all bronchial troubles.
Its action is both local and constitu-
tional, and it is entirely harmless. The
distinction accorded TO it belongs TO
no other remedy of which we know.
PROF. w. II. MORSE.
Westteld, n. j =. Dec. 20. 80.
No matter at what part of the mu-
cous membrane the irritation Of accute
catarrh is located. Pe-ru-na is the only
remedy thar will, under all circum-
stances, effect a cure. IL acute catarrh
the dose of Peruna is teaspoonful
every two hours during the day, which
will invariably effect a cure IN from
seven TO ten days. In chronic catarrh
Pe-ru-na should he taken teaspoonful
before each meal and at bedtime.
This dose should be gradually increas-
ed To two tablespoonfuls at each dose
If not cured by end of one month write
Dr. Hartman. Answer free.
Every one should have free copy o
the latest book on catarrh Sent free
to any address by the Pe-ru-na DruG
Manufacturing Company of Columbus
Ohio.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
THE DRUM.

Rataplan! Rataplan!
In the forefront of the van
Tss little beardess drummer boy that ieaes
the bearded man.
See the limping veteran
Keeping step as best he can
To the little beardless drummer boys com.
handing rataulan.
Rataplau!
How old recollcctions come,
At the beating of the drum,
or the battles mad fantasia, the throbbing and
the hum
OF the rifles rataplan
In the forefront OF the van,
Where the drumstick was bullet and tho
parchment was "A mani
liatapian!
Boston Transcript.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
PREP AIRED WITH PROOF.
something which j. Needed at all Seasons
DR.. OImstead's EliNir Mullen and
Pacal Balm.

DIR. OIm.tead's Elixir Mullen and
Pacal Balm
We are prepared to prove by many
in our midst that Pacal Balm is with.
out rival as cure for the many
acute and chronic ailments for which it
is recommended. For Piles it has II
deserved popularity, the percentage OF
cases which it does not permantIy cure
being very small indeed while all adj
NIT a great benefit. Not single case
of Group, Bronchitis, Quinsy, Diphthe-
ria, Congestion and Inflammation of the
Lungs has been reported fatal where
our combined treatment, Elixir Mullen
and Pacal Balm, has been used and di-
rections followed.
Paca Balm may be taken internally
even by infants as il is harmless and
clean. and should be used internally AS
well as externally in all throac and
lung trouble, also in catarrh of the
stomach (Gastritis). 1t cures Nasal
Catarrh. Catarrh of the Womb, (Leucor-
rhoea), Neuralgia, and Rheumatic
Pains, Old Sores, Burns, Inilamed or
wounded Flesh, Salt Rhcum. and all
Scalp diseases. 1t is in short family
physician of itself Druggists and
agents sell it upon II positive guarantee,
superior to any Balm in use, or money
refunded Price of each 20 cents or
for 81. Address Pacal Balm Compa-
ny, ST. Louis, Mich.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
Had Heard Them Once.

Deacon Heavyweight-Wo are getting
up a subscription of 81 each contributor
To print Pastor Somnole's sermons. Two
dollars will entitle you To free copy or
shem when published.
Parishionor (hastily)-Put me down for
New York Herald
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04

Mistress trying on one Of Icy row
how does It's ia ~
Norah (without looking rp)-N,t very
wen. ma'am. found !, a litdc 'ight
nnder the arrums London Answers
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
FRIDAY.

The morning session was taken up
by queries and talk on Practical
Dairying by Prof. Stevens of the Agri-
cultural college, and other discussions.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
Chronic Nervousness
Could Not Sleep, Nervous
Headaches.
DIR. Miles Nervine
Cures.

DIR. Miles Nervine Is sold on q, positive
guarantee that the first bottle will benefit
All druggists sell IL at 81, 9 bottles for -. or
II will be sent, prepaid. on receipt OF price
by the Dr. Miles Medical Co., Elkhart, Ind
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04
AFTERNOON.

The afternoon session opened with
quiries which was made an occasion
for firing Vat Il. b. string of
been tn. uestions-as had
case at cal preceding session
when he was prescnt-concerning var
ious practical matters. And all were
answered satisfactorily, as far as we
could learn.
l.. A. Sharp of Alma read valuable
and instructive paper on the subject:
docs COW eat her head Off" Among
other things of interest given as con-
illusions, he thought cow did eat her
head off. il she was not mp to the 1000
pound (of milk mark.
EVENING.
In the evening variety of short
talks and papers was served by Messrs
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04

The forenoon session was taken up
with replies to queries, most of which
+. b. Terry of Ohio was called on to
answer. His talk was on the value OF
clover and rotation of crops, potatoes
and manures. He preferred clover hay
for feed TO all kinds of stock. Glover
hay has pound for pound as much nu-
triment as oats. He fed horses on it
with out grain, and kept them in good
condition.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1895-01-04

- Nsses Some Views on tle Present
NJ bltions- He Believes the Flnan-
;o' 81 Question Now AL Important.
The free press., 1895-01-31

NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
Land Office at Jackson, Miss, |
Dec. 26, 1894.
Notice is hereby given that the
following,named settler has filed
notice of his intention to make final
proof IN support of his CLAIM, and
that said proof will be made before
r. L. Ratlff, Chancery Clerk of
Pearl River county at Poplarville,
Miss, on February 16, 1895, viz:
Branson Spiers, of Pearl River,
MISS, Homestead No. 21, ,O1S tor
the sw4 sell and sci sw4 and WI sw4
sec % a sr 16 W.
He names the following witnesses
to prove his continuous residence
upon and cultivation of, said land,
VIZ: e. Nj. Richburg, q. j. Lee,
Charlie Jones, Turner Alexander,
all Of Mcneil P. O., Pearl River,
county, Miss.
ROBERT E. WILSON,
1861. Register.
The free press., 1895-01-31

A bill of considerable interest to
the people of Southern Mississippi
was introduced on the 22nd in the
House by Representative Kyle.
The bill authorizes the Secretary
of the Navy to certify to the Sec.
retary of the laterior any restora~
ton to the public domain of lands
in the States of Alabama and Mis-
sissippi not used for naval purposes,
The free press., 1895-01-31

No exposition. ever held In the
United States has had more sym
pathy and good offices from the
railroads than the Cotton States
and International Exposition, 70 be
held at Atlanta, Ca, has received.
Over hundred lines and systems
are advertising the great fair, and
they are doing it with hearty good
will that is exceedingly gratifying
to the management. With such
help from the press and the rail-
roads, the Exposition can hardly
help being great one. When
these advantages are at the dispos4
al of wide-awake and energetic
management, the result must nee
cessarily be brilliant.
The free press., 1895-01-31

At the reunion of Mississippi
Division of the United Confederate g
Veterans held at jackson last week
the following officers were elected
to serve for the ensuing year:
Robert Lowry, major general.
P. M. Savery, brigadler general
J. H. Jones, brigadier general.
q. M. Govan, adjutant general.
Meridian was selected as the
place for holding the next reunion.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Our regular Washington cores,
pondent, under date Of January
25th, writes as follows:
"Senator Jones, of Arkansas,
introduced his financial bill in the
Senate this week just as any ordln.
ary bill is introduced, although he
had hoped that 1t might bave had
the endorsement Of the finance
committee before i. was formally
brought to the attention of the
Senate. The bill authorizes the
Secretary OF the Treasury to issue
in his discretion bonds at 3 per
cent. up to S5OO,O0O,000; provides
that the tax on national bank cure
rency shall be one fourth of one
per cent. and that they may issue
currency up to the par value of the
bonds deposited by them; also, for
the unlimited coinage of silver, the
government TO retain as seignio-
rage the difference between the
marked value of the bullion and
the face value of the m oney coin
ed. Senator Smith, of New Jers
sey, also introduced a financial bill,
which merely provides for the is.
sue OF bonds and the establIs hment
of non PARTISAN monetary commis-
sion, to Investigate and report to
Congress next December. There
is no apparent change in the finan'
cial situation In the House, which
has lately been looking to the Sen.
ate, if not for guidance, at least for
a pointer"
The free press., 1895-01-31

Judge Calhoon, of Jackson, has
Withdrawn from the gubern atorial
race on account of the announce-
ment that his brother. Mayor John
Calhoon. of Holly Springs, had en-
tered the race tor railroad commits
sioner. This action adds another
popular feather to the Judges hat.
The free press., 1895-01-31

On Saturday last a train of twen-
ty cars, loaded with provisions, etc.,
were sent from New Orleans to re.
lieve the famlshed people in the
vicinity of Lincoln, Neb.
The free press., 1895-01-31
NEWSPAPER LAWS.

The following are the laws laid
down by the United States govern.
ment for the protection of news.
papers:
''If subscribers order the discon-
tinuance of their periodicals, the
publisher may continue to send
them until arrearages are paid.
If subscribers move to other
places without informing the pub
fishers, and their paper ia sent to
the former place they are held re-
sponsible.
The courts have decided d that reS
fuslng to take periodicals from Of
fee before removing and leavin g
them uncalled for is prima facia
evidence of intentional fraud.
If subscribers pay in advance
they are bound TO give notice to
the publisher at the expiration of
their time if they do not wish to
continue taking it; otherwise the
publisher is authorized to send it
on and subscribers will be respou-
sible until an express order to dis
continue the paper with payment
OF all is sent TO the publisher.
Publishers of newspapers can
under law, arrest any man for
fraud who takes newspaper and
refuses 10 pay for it. Under this
law it is dangerous trick for a
man to allow his subscription &C.
count to ruu on from six months
to a year and then tell the post
master to mark refused or to
send the editor notice to dlscon-
tinue the paper"
The free press., 1895-01-31
EXCHANGE FL ASHES.

The first of February ls but q
verv short way off. and those who
are otherwise qualified to vote, but
fail to pay their taxes on or before
that date, will find themselves dis
franchised for the next year. an at.
ttude in which no good, patriotic
citizen should be willing to place
himself. 1t is not only the duty;
but should be considered a spe eclal
and precious privilege by every citi-
zen to exercise the right OF suffrage,
aud we feel therefore that we can.
not too strenuously urge upon all to
pay their taxes, whatever they may
he, so that in the coming election
they can step proudly up to the
polls and cast their ballots for
their choice for the Offices to be
voted upon.-Natchez Democrat.
The Poplaryille FREE PRESS pied
one of its forms last week and that
issue was one of the best it has
gotten out in long time. 1t should
pie both forms next tlme.-Newt0n
County Progress.
The board of supervisors of the
little county of Pearl River will
have the proceedings published and
paid tor this year, paying the Pop
larville FREE PRESS SIS to do the
work. This is little enough, but it
shows spirit of enterprise and lib.
erality, even to that extent, not pos
sessed by all the counties, Newton
"among whom am one of which,"
Economy is good thing TO carry
along IN the vest pocket TO keep off
witches, but there is no ecOnomy
in refusing to pay to have the pro-
ceedings of the board published,
nor could be termed good business
management.-Newton County
Progress.
The New York Times received
letter from young lady whose
Eote paper was ornamented with
picture of birds flying through a
wreath of flowers, in which she ask
ed: "Is there any way of boiling
cabbage that will not fill the house
with the unpleasant odor?" The
entire Times staff suspended opers
alton to wrestle with this burning
question, and finally announced that
a rubber shoe. ''if cooked in the
same kettle with the vegetables in
question. will 80 complicate the re.
sulting fragrance that it becomes
rather an object of interest and
than an excuse for fault
finding"
If congress will pass law giv-
ing us an income exceeding $4,000
a year we will gladly pay the in
come tax,
Straight is the way and narrow
is the path that leads to everlast-
ing life, but the road TO fortune Is
paved with printers ink.-Delta
Coahoma Co., Advance.
FEBRUARY POINT OF VIEW.
Drizzle-drazzle, decks a~snow,
Thunder, bizzards, close together,
These our portion as we 60
Through the February weather.
Ice asllping. crushing, crashing,
Boats and bridges moving, smashing,
Boreas battling hand to hand,
With the winds from Sutherland
Stars still In the upper skies,
But cloud-cOncealed from mortal eyes.
Word & Works.
The free press., 1895-01-31

During a storm at Breckenridge,
No., a farm house was blown 90
feet from its foundation, making two
revolutions in its flight, finally
landing on its side. Only one of
Its i've occupants was injured.
The free press., 1895-01-31

6. l.. Wilson, a respected and
prosperous farmer.merchant, Of
Ak on, Ala, was murdered and
robbed by burglars. The robbers
secured two gold watches and about
$500 worth of other valuables.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Miss Nellie Desmond, the II.
yeariold daughter Of section fore
man, by an heroic act, saved a train
carrying 100 miners from plune neing
to destruction onto burning bridge,
near Wellston Ohio.
The free press., 1895-01-31
UNIVERSITY
OF
MISSISSIPPI.
FORTY-THIRD SESSION.
Opens September 18th, 1894.

L
Opens September 18th, 1894.
Twenty-one schools. Depart
ments of Science, Literature and
Arts under full corps of able in
structOrs. Well furnished labora-
tories. Department of Law in
charge of Hon. G. D. Shands. School
of Pedagogy enlarged and adapted
to the needs of teachers IN the state.
Expenses low. Location unexcell.
ed in healthtulness. Splendid fa
cilities for special work in many
llues.
Send for circular of Information
or catalogue to
Chancellor RoBT. B. Fulton.
University, Miss
The free press., 1895-01-31

Gov. Ho.comb, of Nebraska, in
referring to the destitution that
prevails in some portions of that
state, says that outside help Is un.
necessary.
The free press., 1895-01-31

A project is on foot to utilize the
water power of Cypress Greek in
generating electricity to run man
ufactories at Florence, Ala, and
adjoining towns.
The free press., 1895-01-31

The Nicaragua canal bill passed
the senate by vote of 81 yeas to
81 nays. The bill directs the is-
sue of $70,00O,OOO of Nicaraguan
canal bonds. There is much doubt
regarding the fate of the bill in the
house.
The free press., 1895-01-31

A boiler explosion in Henning's
brewery, at Mendoza, ILL.,, killed
seven employees and injured six
others. Property loss about $780,.
600.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Trinity church, New Orleans, has
opened q woodward when poor men
In need OF work may earn enough
for their necessities. The pay is
lO cents an hour. The sawed and
split wood is sold at such prices
as to make the yard self.sustaining.
The free press., 1895-01-31

The southbOund Cotton Belt
train was held up and robbed by
two masked men. near Mcneil, Ark,
on the night of the Oath. The
amount secured by the robbers is
estimated at S25,OOO.
The free press., 1895-01-31

The Georgia Mining, Manufacture
ing and Investment Company, an
immense concern Of Atlanta, Ca,
has gone into the hands of a receiver.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Gov. Stone has granted a charter
to the Cuff Coast Electric Railroad
Company. The termini of the
road are the eastern limit of Pass
Christian aud the town of Biloxi
The free press., 1895-01-31

That great aud influential journal.
the New Orleans PIcsyune, enter-
ed on its 59th year OF usefulness on
the Oath inst.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Geo. Dixon, The negro pugillst.
has made nearly S1O0,0OO since he
entered the ring.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Nicholson and Sons, contractors
OF New Orleans and Chicago, have
been awarded the contract to build
the st. Charles Hotel, IN New Or
leans, for the sum of S277,92l.
The free press., 1895-01-31

TIE postoffice at jewell Hill, JAS
per county, was recently robbed Of
$40 in stamps and 50 cash.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Mat DAVIS was shot and instant
ly killed by Deputy Sheriff Josh
Gaines, at st. Joe, st. Tammany
parish, La. Games surrendered
to the proper officer.
The free press., 1895-01-31

"Let the People Nominate" is
the popular slogan of the democrat
ic voters of the State Of Mississippi.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Mrs. Dr.. James Sanders, aged
26 years, of Marietta, Ga, commit
ted suicide by blowing out her
brains. Ill health the cause.
The free press., 1895-01-31

FREE The Sportsmen's Re-
view for a year to all who will get
us 3 new subscribers at one dollar
each. The Sportsmen's Review is
the handsomest and most euter-
tanning sportsmen's paper publish
ed. 1t is devoted to shooting, ang-
ling, the dog and bicycle worlds.
The best writer's of this country
contribute to it's columns. Write
for sample copy and our premium
list. The Sporting Review Pub.
fishing Co., lS3.lS7 Monroe St.,
Chicago.
The free press., 1895-01-31

The cornerstone of the new
building for the Y. M. G. A., of
New Orleans, was laid Saturday
with imposing ceremonies.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Congressman Catcbings and
Stock dale have our thanks for inter
esting public document favors.
The free press., 1895-01-31

A Masonic temple, seven stories
high, 9Sx132 feet in size, to cost
half a million dollars, is being built
at Detroit, Mich.
The free press., 1895-01-31
A telephone line is in operation
between Magnolia and Tylertown.

Emperor William, of Germany.
celebrated his 36th birthday on
the 9th inst.
The free press., 1895-01-31

A remarkable snow storm occur.
red in northern, middle and south
east Texas on Sunday. Oyer six
inches fell at Dallas.
The free press., 1895-01-31
ELISHA HO WARD.-
Barber.

(Shop in the Anderson buiiding.)
P Oplarville, Miss.
Neat shop, good work, prompts
ness anc popular prices.
Watches, clocks and jewelry
carefully and promptly repaired.
The free press., 1895-01-31

The war between Mexico and
Guatemala Is likely TO prove a
hash sin .the-pa
The free press., 1895-01-31

Hon. T. L. MendenhalI, a dis
tinguished citizen Of Westville,
Simpson county, died, last week.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Lord Churchill, one of the most
prominent men in England, died in
London on the oath inst,
The free press., 1895-01-31

Mr.. Cleveland's Hiwaiian policy
has been sustained by the Senate,
The free press., 1895-01-31

The back bone of the great street car
strike IN Brooklyn, y, has been
broken. The mob is quite, but
starvation is threatened.
The free press., 1895-01-31

d. H. Dougherty e. Co., one Of
the largest and longest established
dry goods firm in Atlanta Ga, haye
assigned.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Ihe steamer Uhlcora was wreck
ed on Lake Michigan last week.
The crew and passengers reported
lost,
The free press., 1895-01-31

A new coal mire is to be opened
in the Tuscaloosa (Ala.) district.
The free press., 1895-01-31

The United States OF Colun bia
has remOnetized silver.
The free press., 1895-01-31

There is good reason for the pop.
ularity of Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy. Davis Il Buzard, of West
Monterey, Clarion Co., Pa. says: "It
has cured people that our physici-
ans could do nothing for. We per
suaded them to try a bottle of
Chamherlain's Cough Remedy and
they now recommend it with the
rest OF u.s." 25 and 30 cent bottles
tor sale by Poplarville Drug 90.
The free press., 1895-01-31
t'ACI'S!

POSITIONS GU UARANTEED,
under reasonable conditions Do
not say 1t cannot be done, until you
send for "treer 12O page catalogue
DRAUGHON's PRACTICAL BUSINESS
COLLEGE and School of Shorthand,
Type writing and Telegraph, NAsHs
VILE TENN.
WEEKS by Draughon's method
OF teaching bookkeepingls Is equal to
IL WEEKS by the old method.
expends more money in the
interest of its Employment Departs
ment than half the business colleg~
es in the south take in az tuition.
1t Is strongly endorsed by Bankers,
Merchants and practical boOkkeep-
ers all over the United States. Rea.
sonable rates of tuition. Cheap
board. Open to both sex. 600 stu
dents past year. representing sc
States and Territories. 1t has also
prepared books for
HOME STUDY,
sent on 60 days trial. When yO1
write explain "your wants." Ad-
dress j. F. Draughon, Prest. Nash~
Vile, Tenn. N. B. 1t pays cash, S5,
for vacancies as bOOkkeepers,
stenographers, teachers, etc., re-
ported, provided it fills same.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Ripans Tabules cure hives.
Rlpans Tabules: at druggists.
Ripans Tabules cure jaundice.
Ripans Tabules cure indigestion.
Ripans Tabules: one gives relief.
Ripans Tabules: gentle cathartic.
Ripans Tabules cure torpid liver.
Ripans Tabules for sour stomach.
Ripans Tabules have come to stay.
Ripans Tabules: pleasant laxative.
Ripans Tabules; family remedy.
The free press., 1895-01-31

Thursday, /: Jan. 81, 1895.
The free press., 1895-01-31

ONE DOLLAR IN ADVANCE.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1895-12-02

We wish to notify the Justices of
the Peace that they car procure at
this Office, blank Summons, Afida.
Wits and Undertakings on Attach.
ments, Writ of Attachments, Criminal
Complaints, Warrants, Commitments
on Sentence and Commitments to ap.
pear before the Grand Jury, good for
any county in the State.