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summon help in some form. and would
act accordingly.
1t is plain. therefore. that the PROPOSE
tion to place button beneath the desk
and out of sight of every one is the only
feasible one. When the banker arose
to comply with the demand of the crank,
he could step on the button WITHOUT once
exciting the suspicion of the attacking
party. The rest would be easy.
There are many ways in which he
could be controlled by means of electric
ity." continued Mr.. Edison. II could
name twenty different ways in almost
as many seconds"
Would you use an alternating or
continuous CURRENT" asked the reporter.
BANKS CAN BE MADE SECURE
THAT is a minor consideration" an
swered Edison. ''In fact, there is no
problem in 1t anywhere. If any bank
president is afraid he is going to be in
jured at the hands of crank, all he
need do is to give an order to an elec-
trician and the thing will be fixed up in
short order, complete security provided.
There would be no way in which the
crank could do his work If the banking
man did not permit him to. In fact. the
crank would be more under control than
IL he were in the hands of a policeman.
When in the grasp of a fellow man
there Is a possibility of his doing mis-
Cllc1s DuI Wnen HIS ntINcS SCIASSS
are completely paralyzed, then We are
sure that he can do nothing"
ANOTHER METHOD
Another method which might be used
to overcome the crank Is by the employ
ment Of a deadly gas or an anaesthetic.
If an office was so arranged that vist-
tors. In addressing the banker. would
have to occupy certain position,
machine driven by compressed air. on
the principle of large atomizer, might
be employed to overcome the murderous
crank.
When he made his demand or uttered
a threat the stream could be turned on
him and driven with such force as to
not only confuse him, but to enter his
lungs so quickly and in such volume
that he would be overcome before he
could realize what had happened.
There are any number of chemical
combinations that would effect that re-
suit to the entire satisfaction of every
body except the crank, and with but
small danger Of causing him serious in
jury. In common with the electrical
device. 1t would accomplish the purpose
and at the same time not injure an in
nocent person should mistake at any
time be made.
But don't believe any bank will
have any suoh arrangement put in"
Continued Mr.. Edison. THE bank presi-
dents may be scared now, and we may
have an epidemic Of crank doings over
the country for short time. but that
will all pass away and bank officials
will forget all about it and go abola
their business as usual. I don't believe
that If you could get up an arrange
ment that would afford absolute pro-
lection to bank officials and cost only
500 you could get any of them to put
it in."-New York World.
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going to Catalina, where Mr.. Francis
proposes to land. with rod and reel, a
250-pound tuna.
Miss Lille B. Miller of 1881 Trinity
street, was given a delightful little sur
prise party last Friday evening by a
number of her young friends, the occa-
sion being her 10th birthday. Games
and dancing were in order, at the end
of which light refreshments were served.
At late hour the guests. departed,
wishing their young hostess many hap
py returns of the day. About sixteen
guests were present.
Mr.. Henry A. Gerdes, young and
popular salesman of this city. has de-
cided to forsake the lonely walks of bach
elorhood and take unto himself Wife
The lady in question is Miss Kathyrn F.
Wilson, tall and beautiful blonde. Mr..
Gerdes has been identified with the trav-
cling fraternity for a number of years
and his ready wit, jovial manner and
general affability have secured for him
hosts of friends The ceremony will take
place this evening at the brides resi-
dence. Mr.. and Mrs. Gerdes will spend
their honeymoon at Coronado.
Last Thursday evening a public in
stallation of officers of California tent,
No. 6, K. o. T. M, occurred at Elks' hall.
In addition to this short musical and
literary program was rendered which
was very HuucH enjoyed. Ice cream anu
cake were served during the evening.
Quite a number of ladies from Los An
geles hive. No. 1, L. o. T. NJ, were pres
ent and to their efforts is due, to great
extent, the success of the event.
Mrs. Murray entertained at her home,
402 East Twenty-third street, last Tues
day evening, in honor of Miss Grace
Culbert, 1t being her birthday. The
rooms were prettily decorated with
O md ant &c iv,t tHs,A
ing a peanut hunt was participated in
after which dainty refreshments were
served. A delightful time was spent by
all. Those present were: Misses Grace
Culbert. Pauline Schmieding, Opal Nc
Clary. Mrs. Murray, Messrs. E. E. Chase,
Lewis Murray, Horace Chase. Joe
Schmieding, Alex Murray and Harry
Chase.
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Election of Officers


On last Tuesday evening Arbor Vitae
Rebekah lodge, 1. o. o. F., was favored
with a visit from the grand master, j.
w. Warboys, of Santa Rosa, and Miss
Fannie Benjamin., the past grand pres
ident.
The grand master gave an instructive
and pleasing address on the principles
of Odd Fellowship, and highly compli-
mented the lodge on the excellence OF
its decree work and its beautiful para
phernalia.
The degree staff gave the work of the
Rebekah degree in its usual impressive
manner.
The recently elected district deputy,
Mrs. Annie Liddell, and her assistants,
representing the grand lodge. Installed
the following officers for the ensuing
term:
Mines. Augusta Reichert, N. G.; e. J.
Baldwin, recording secretary; Mary j.
Long, treasurer; NJ. A. Wright. chaplain;
Annie Liddel, r. S. N. G.; Anna Fitz-
patrick, l.. S. N. G.; Mary Burkhardt,
r. S. v. c.; Nettie Thompson. L. s. V.
G.: Lizzie H. Baker, conductor; oscar
Bonner warden; Lizzie Crow, l. e.;
Belle Barney, o. G.; Miss Lottie Kimball,
V. G.
Arbor Vitae IS one of the most active
and progressive lodges of the city, ana
takes high rank in the wide circle OF
those interested in Odd Fellowship IN
this part of the state.
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AN ENTERPRIsING YOUNosrER
Logansport Bootblack Who VIII Doubtless
Make His Way In the World


If pluck and enterprise count for any
thing, little George Reece Of Logans-
port Will die rich man. Some time
ago George established q bootblack
stand on one of the principal streets Of
Logansport. He seved his money and
finally accumulated a sufficient sum
to erect a presentable boXlike estab-
lishment and stock it with cigars, candy,
fruit, chewing gum, etc. 1t never en-
tered the mind of the embryo merchant
that he might be intruding upon the
rights Of adjoining property owners. On
the contrary, he stood out on the rigths
Of 'sQuatter sovereignty" until one day
the agent Of Lewis Bettman, owner of
the property upon which the kid had
located, told George that he would have
to move.
Learning the agents authority, the
plucky kid, instead Of looking up an
other location or retiring from business,
locked up his "store" and beat his way
to Cincinnati on a freight train, with
the view of having conference with
Mr.. Rettman, who resides there. He
located the boss" place of business
all right, but was told that the boss
had gone to Logansport. Returning as
soon as possible, George obtained an
audience with Mr.. Bettman, with the
result that he is doing business at the
old stand.
Young Reece Is the boy who obtained
ride from Terre Haute to Logansport
on a special train bearing the general
manager Of the Vandalia and party.
While en- route the youngster was in
vited to dine with the officials. During
the course Of the meal he was asked to
partake of some corn bread, but de-
clined "I'll tell you." he said, 'if was
general manager Of the Vandalia rail-
road I'd never eat corn bread. Wa
bash Times.
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Whist at rlra L L Huihert,a

A whist party in honor of Mr. E. O'Nell
of New York city, but formerly of Los
Angeles. was given by Mr. and Mrs. L.
G. Hubert at their residence on Twenty
fifth street near Maple avenue last even
ing. The parlors We're tastefully and
prettily decorated with green. The
porches and lawn were lighted by Jap
anese lanterns, which guided the guests
to the hospitable home. Cards and music
We're enjoyed. Mr.. O'Neil is an excep-
tionally good performer on the piano
and rendered a number of choice selec-
tions. Miss Atwell who possesses a
voice of extraordinary sweetness, gave
several solos. Mr.. Hulburt also favored
the guests with both songs and instru-
mental music. Among those present
were Mrs. Swanson, Mrs. Koelle, Miss
Atwell, Miss Parker, Messrs. O'Neil, j.
NJ. Schneider, Swanson and Saunders.
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Modie ska Dramatic Club

The Dramatic club had its usual
Thursday evening meeting in Mrs. Ada
line Duval Mack's parlors al the Clardl-
don, and after reading the regulations
of the club and short lecture regarding
the study of Shakespeare, the first two
scenes of Hamlet We're read, after which
the first act of the comedy drama read
at the previous meeting, was given with
out books. The evening closed with
several recitations. one quite amusing,
Similar Case, by Mr.. Asbury, and The
Face on the Floor, with fine effect by
Mr.. Lyndon Hawkins. Mr.. H. C. Wyatt,
having been asked by the directors of
the dramatic club for a name, grace
fully became its sponsor and christened
it The Modjeska Dramatic club, in honor
of the great tragedy queen who has
made California her home. May her
name make the club a success. Thanks
were rendered to Mr.. Wyatt for his
kindly interest.
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A Beautiful Pecent;on

The beautiful residence Of Mr.. and
Mrs. W. H. Young, on Twenty-seventh
street, was made very attractive last
Monday evening, the occasion being a
reception given in honor of Miss Leona
Egerer In celebration Of her birthday.
The drawing room was brilliant with
many varied colored flowers. The
veranda was made bright by colored
lanterns, underreat which the dining
table was placed and supper served
The early part of the evening was given
up to games, music and singing, after
which dancing was INDUCED in. Ices
and punch were served in cosy rooks
constructed of palms and flowers on the
lawn. At midnight all repaired to the
uniquely constructed dining room or
the veranda, where a sumptuous supper
was served, presided over by the charm
ing hostess. the table decoration being
in pink and white. In remembrance of
the happy event each guest was pre-
sented with boutonniere of pansies
and rosebuds. Among those invited
were: Misses M. Martingale r. Egerer
r. Yanzet, G. Rayford, e. Bowen, c.
Hedling, B. Fowler, NJ. Henry, L.
Mason, T. Cook, L. Goodwin. Fl. Henry
l.. Dupuy, j. Cook, N McNerney, L.
Egerer. Messrs, Goldsbourough, j. Rud-
die, ]. Cook, II. Purcell, N. Kramer,
Nichols. F. Keenon, w. Bowen, H.
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A Delightful Evening

A very delightful evening was spent
Thursday at the spacious home of Mrs.
Sam Benjamin on Burlington avenue,
complimentary to 1Ir. Carlisle, who took
his departure for the north yesterday
morning. An elaborate dinner, which
was enjoyed by the following guests, was
most enjoyable precedent for the even
ing's entertainment. The table was
massed in the center with La France
roses. Seated around the board were
Mrs. Benjamin, Misses Olave Bell Clark,
Nan Mayo. Messrs. Carlisle, Kitchen,
Campy, l.. B. Benjamin, Percy and David
Benjamin. In the evening lotto was
played. Miss Clark captured the first
prize. a cut glass bottle of perfumery.
Mr.. Edwards won the gentleman's prize,
a handsome pocketbook. Dancing con-
cluded the very pleasant affair. Those
present were Mr.. and Mrs. Ethelbert
Johnson, Mrs. NJ. H. Mayo. Misses Moore,
Morely, Lang, Horton, Harter, Messrs.
Horace Hawkins, James Hill and Ed
wards
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ncKinIey Not So Ret,cent Then

It isn't for lack of ability to use the
English language that Mckinley clouded
his utterances on currency at Canton
in his acceptance speech with high
sounding phrases that are meaning
less. He can make a plain, clear, un-
equivocal statement, even on the cur
rency, If he wants to. For instance on
Oct. 81, 1890. after the Sherman silver
purchase bill was passed, he wrote the
following statement of his views: Il
am in favor of the use of all the silver
product of the United States for money
as a circulating medium. would have
silver and gold alike" There is nothing
doubtful about that Anyone can under
stand that.-Utica Observer.
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In Hnnnr of Two Graduates

The members of the l.. o. L. o. M.
club rendered most delightful recep-
ton to two Of their number, Miss Pearl
Wheeler and Mr.. Charles Stedman, last
Tuesday evening, in honor of their re-
cent graduation from the high school,
at the residence of William Meek, s4I
Court Circle. The evening was spent in
playing games and in witnessing tab
leaux on the lawn where a stage had
been erected for the occasion. In TIE
last tableau, Our Graduates, the presi-
dent of the club, Miss Eve Meek.
stepped forward, and in few well
chosen words presented each with a
book of poems, handsomely bound in
sold and white, the club colors. Re-
freshments were served on the keranda.
Among those present were: Mr.. and
Mrs F. w. Wheeler. Mr.. and Mrs. M.
Wheeler Mr.. and Mrs. Stedman. Mr..
and Mrs. Meek, Misses Pearl Wheeler,
Daisy Dalton. Mayo >Elmendorf. Rose
Gibbs, Addie Meek, Eva Meek, Mabel
Barnes, AIDA Barnes, Lulu Stedman,
r. Fitzgibbons. c. Clark, L. Burkhart.
Esther Yarnell, Maude Nance, Dell Bull
lis Blanche Meek. Messrs. Charles Sted-
man. Homer Glidden. Horace King,
Charles Dalton, William Shaw, Tom
Shaw, A. L. Read, George Howard, r.
SHILLING, Horace Ferris. f. Tyler, B.
Tyler, L. Carpenter, Smell, r. Shroeter.
]. Ford, W. Spalding.
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The Palette Club Entertained

The Polette club was entertained by
Mr. and Mrs. Macleod in the artistic re-
ception rooms of the School of Art and
Design. The evening was spent in a free
and easy and pleasurable way, arrang-
ing subjects to be sketched during the
vacation, and submitted at the October
meeting. Sunshine and shade for
sketch and yellow and grey for color
were agreed upon. A special feature of
the evening was the exhibiting by Mrs.
Macleod of some of her very earliest at
tempts and some later sketched in many
lands, pointed out for the encourage
ment OF students.
Mr.. Macleod, as the old organizer,
pointed out how best to carry on their
pleasurable and profitable work, and OBJ
tain the highest results by systematic
and harmonious work. naming some Of
his own troubles. trials and other
amusements. Cooling and dainty re-
freshments helped the good feeling of
this exceedingly pleasant evening.
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His Nomination q flistake

Each week it becomes more clear that
,McKinley's nomination was a grave
mistake. While Major Mckinley is un-
doubtedly the ablest advocate of pro-
lection in this country, he stands for
little else in the minds of the people. His
association with the manufacturers and
wool growers has always been exceed
ingly close. and his political life has been
given up to their interests alone. His
businses failures and subsequent re-
trieval of fortune through the aid Of
friendly manufacturers have placed him
under such obligations to single class
of business men as to seriously affect
his views upon great national questions.
Denver Times,
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ST. Johns Choir Entertained

Mr.. and Mrs. C. A. Robinson enter
tanned the members of the choir of St
Johns church very delightfully."- at their
home on West Jefferson street Friday
evening. Music was the principal en-
tertainment of the evening, and after
number of most enjoyable solos, light
refreshments We're handed. The rooms
were tastefllly decorated with flowers.
Those present were Mr.. and Mrs. Walsh
Misss Nosburg, Seymour, Sargent
Hawes, Messrs. Edison, Stilson, Parsons
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Pink Luncheon

Mrs. J. r. Ross Clark gave a charm
ing luncheon Friday at her home on
South Grand avenue. Covers were laid
for ten, and the table was extremely
pretty In pink decorations. An embroid-
cred piece of sweet peas occupied the
center, and on this was a bowl of the
natural flowers, while clusters of sweet
peas stood at either end of the table.
The occasion was in honor of Mrs. Shell
by Tuttle of Montana. The other guests
were Mines. Matthew IT. Allen, o., H.
Churchill, H. NJ. Sale, John r. Cox. e.
p Clark. Madison Stewart, Misses Re-
becca Laurance and Martha Evans.
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Farewell Party

Mr.. and Mrs H. E. Moles entertained
last night at their pretty home on West
Twelfth street a number of friends as
a farewell to Mr.. and Mrs. Binkard
who will leave shortly for their old home
in Iowa. Music, conversation and the
enjoyment of tempting refreshments
passed the evening in very pleasant
manner. The greater number of guests
were from Mr.. and Mrs. Binkard's s
home, which made the gathering an es-
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An Easy 1ark

Mckinley is an easy Mark. 1t is to be
regretted that Mark Hanna's six years
work for a man who could save the
Union" should have to end in defeat
next November. The plutes are full of
sound, as well as Sound money" but
Hanna Mckinley will be soundly thrash
ed.-The Coming Nation.
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A Pleasant Luncheon

A luncheon was given by Miss Rose
Smith on Thursday, in honor of Niss
Richardson Of Rockford Ill. The after
noon was spent in music and conversa-
ton Among those present were:
Misses Taylor, Glass, Raymer, Jennie
Glass, Clara Smith. Schofield, Whitloc1,
Frances Whitlock. Maud Whitlock,
Whittier, Fay, Richardson, Smith, Helen
Smith.
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Birthday Celebration

Miss Clara Bulls entertained num-
Der of young friends on Thursday after
noon at the residence of her parents,
61s East Sixth street, in honor of her
seventh birthday. The afternoon was
spent pleasantly by the little folks in
various outdoor games. After being
photographed on the lawn. the young
folks repaired to the dining room. where
a delicious repast was served. In the
center of the large table was beauti-
full birthday cake, illuminated by sew
eral candles, representing the age of the
young hostess. Among those present
were Misses Clara Bulls, Hazel Odell,
Elsa Heaney, Georgia Meredith, Ella
Jewel. Blanche Odell, Wynnie Mere
dith, Ruth jacques, Barbara Bell, lime
Stevens. Grace Finley. Alice Lumsden,
Irma Atwater. lilo Bishop, Margaret
Humbel, Mamie Hamel; Masters Geo.
Friese, Charles Horgan. Geo. Hamel,
Bartram Ashman. Theo. Friese. Lester
Finley, Sam Chapel. Willie Hagen
baugh and Justin Gibson; Mines. ".
Jacques. G.. S. Gibson, Chapel, E. Doe,
Smith, Heaney, Smith. Odell J. w. Bull
lis; Misses Forbes, 8. Donahue and c.
Read
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pecially delightful one for the guests of
honor. Those invited were Mr.. and Mrs.
Thomas Barnes. Mr.. and Mrs. ]. A.
kingsley. Mr.. and Mrs. Neuner, Mr. and
Mrs. Smith, Mr.. and Mrs. Davisl Mr..
and Mrs. Rose. Mr.. and Mrs, Feltham,
Mr.. and Mrs. ". Gray, Mr.. and Mrs. ].
A. Gray, Mr. and Mrs. H. c. O'Bleness,
Mr. and Mrs. Mayer, Mr.. and Mrs. Hod-
son, Misses McClintock, Kurtz, Smith,
Messrs. Collins, Drumming, Montgomery
and Tone.
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Rhoads. Palmer Of San Francisco, D.
Haskings, W. Molony, A. Shelton, p.
Batelle, Coulter, johnson.
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All the newest shapes. detachable col
lar, Bishop sleeves, made OF cheerful,
pretty Dimities. Lawns and fine Per
Gales, 75c. sl.o0 and si.25 grades
sssSetd sssS... Ito. to 4Oc, 65c, 75c
The watchman and southron. [volume] (Sumter, S.C.) 1881-1930, 1896-10-14
A Visit to the State Farm.

Last Friday afternoon we had the
pleasure of driving out to the State
farm. This is a tract Of 1873 acres
bought by the State for the use of
Winthrop College. Ar immense
barn is in course Of erection out
there. 1t is 130 feet long, 10 feet
wide and 2 l-2 stories high. propba-
bly, the largest Of it's kind in the up
country. The lower floor will be
used for keeping stock, while the
upper floors are for storage The
whole is we'll ventilated The paint.
ers are at work on it now. The
damage which it received from the
recent storm has all been repaired.
Driving along we noticed quanti-
ties Of beets, turnips, CARROTS, as
paragus and such vegetable being
raised for the table at Winthrop.
There is a large field of strawberry
plants growing nicely.
At the dairy l8 cows are being
mllKeo OalIy. we saw All eAeCtudt
way of managing fractions animals.
One man holds the head, another
holds the right foot tied With
strong rope. while third does the
milking. A rather primitive method,
but il answers the purpose. Convict
labor is employed to great extent
on the farm
There is also a large orchard Of
about 500 yooung apple. peach and
pear trees growing nicely
The swill from the college is used
to fatten lot of healthy porkers.
This is not farm ION paper" but
is being run practically and economi-
cally. though on an extensive scale
Rock Hill Herald.
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SUMTER. S. c.. OCTOBER IA, 1896.

statement in regard to the rebate
question in Cincinnati, he was here
now and had come here for the pur.
pose of becoming witness He
has not yet gone before the board,
however He will probably give a
statement to The press to day in re-
gard to the scandal, inasmuch as bis
name was so frequently brought in
by the several witnesses The State,
October g.
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Du Maurier Dead.

LONDON, Oct S-George Du Mau-
rier, the artist and author, who has
been suffering for sometime with
heart and lung troubles, died at 2::30
O'Clock this morning. His death
was peaceful
The physicians who attended Du
Maurier announce that his heart has
been weak::for'years and that fort
night ago this affection became ag~
gravated by chill, the effects of
which settled upon his lungs.
The voluminous obituary notices
published in the London papers make
no allusion to his alleged remarks to
a friend that populrity had killed him,
and there is every reason to believe
that be never so expressed himself.
George Lawis Pamela Du Mau-
rier, artist and author, was born in
Paris, March 6 1884, and was educa-
ted in that city, but was British
subject His grandparents on his
fathers side were emigrants from
France during the Reign Of Terror.
He went to England at the age of II
and studied chemistry under DR..
Williamson at University college,
London. Afterward he studied
painting in Paris under the famous
NJ. Gleyere, also in Antwerp and
Dusseldorf. He first began 70 draw
on wood in England for Once a
Week; afterward for Punch and The
Cornhill Magazine, and subsequently
he joined The Punch staff. Since
that time his work in drawings made
him one of the best known and most
admired of contemporary artists and
satirists.
Mr.. Du Maurier illustrated Esmond,
"The Story Of Feather" "Thack.
eray's Ballards' and many other
books He was an Associate of the
Royal Society of painters in water.
colors. A special exhibition of his
works was held at the rooms of the
Fine Art Society in 1895.
In 1891 Mr. Du Maurier published
a novel, "Peter lbbetson," in Har-
pers Magazine, and 1894 his novel,
"Trilby," appeared.
The opening pages of his latest
work, "Tbe Martian," appeared in
the October number of Harper's Mag.
azine.
Mr.. Du Maurier has lectured occa.
sionly on subjects connected with
his work as an artist
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Group Quickly Cured.

Mountain Glen, Ark-Our children were
suffsriog with Group when We received bottle
ofChamberlsin'S Cough Remedy. Ii afforded
almost astant relief.-F. a. Thornton.
This celebrated remedy is for sale by Dr.. a
J China