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Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02
r JUDGING from recent events Italy
will have annie cause To regret its

T JUDGING from recent events Italy
will have ample cause to regret it's
- somewhat hasty action in going to
war with the fearless and naughty Meme
Xix of Abyssinia. Ever since Italy, by
virtue of the treaty in 1880, assumed the
protectorate of this turbulent country
there has been constant friction. Some
months ago the Italian representative in
troduced some distasteful measures in
regard to the laws governing the military
posts sustained i'm the country, and also
exacted higher tribute In the way Of
taxes, both On imports and exports. This
was enough to give cause to an open ex-
preston of dissatisfaction by the inhabit-
ants, and Mcnelik gave the direct snub
to the Italian representative when he
threatened toreport the matter to his Gov
eminent. Like Theodore, his illustrious
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02
De.fness Cannot he Cured

by local applications, as they cannot reach the
diseased portion Of the ear. There is only one
way to cure deafness, and that is by constitu-
1onal remedies. Deafness is caused by an In
Eustachian Tube. When this tube Is 1nfamed
you have q rumbling sound or imperfect hear
Ing, and when IL Is entirely closed, Deafness Is
e o anu tbas e stnrnh "a ifs can DG
condition. hearing will be destroyed forever;
nine cases out OF ten are caused by catarrh,
which Is nothing but an iniiamed condition OF
the mucous surfaces.
We will give One Hundred Dollars for any
case OF Deafness lcansed by catarrh) that can
not be cured By Halls Catarrh Cure. Send for
circulars; free.
F. J. CHENEY & CO., Toledo. o.
e1y-Sold nv nruooisfs 76e
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Three times as many American
horses have been sold in England this
year as were called for in 1894, and
their average price at the ports of ship
ment has been $155. They are used
chiefly for draught in London.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02
An old New Hampsbire Deed.

A very old deed was recorded at the
register of deeds Office in Nashua, n.
H., the other morning. The deed was
drawn March IL, 1852. 1t conveys a
piece of land in the town of Weare for
the sum Of ESQ.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Keep up that rasping cough at the peril
of breaking down your Lungs and Throat,
rather let the afflicted Immediately resort
to DR.. ID. Jayne's Expectorant, which
cures all Coughs and Colds, and anchor
ates all Lung Complaints and Throat
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Rule Britannia" is usually credited
to James Thompson. 1t first appeared
in a play entitled Alfred, by Thompson
and Mallet, in 1740. The air was by
DR.. Thomas Arne.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Six of the South African millionaircs
are believed to own $4,000. 900 be-
tween them. Mr.. Alfred Belt IL the
richest with sixty millions, Mr.. Barna-
ITO has fifty, and Cecil Rhodes twenty
five millions
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Scalps tormented with dandruff or scald
head are made healthy with Glenn's Sui
phur Soap.
or Brown, zoe
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Browns Bronchial Troches" are a
simple and convenient remedy for Bron-
chial Affections aud Coughs. Carry
them in YOUR rocket
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Blessings ever wait on virtuous deeds,
and though late, sure reward sue
ceeds.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Thin or gray hair and bald heads, SO
displeasng to many people as marks of
age, may be averted for long time by
using Halls Hair Remover.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

BY the eleventh census the value Of
all farm buildings, fences and other
improvements was estimated at $13,-
279, 252, 649.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

FITS.-An Fits stopped free by DIR. Kiine's Great
yelous Treatise and 500 trial bottle tree 70
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Mrs. Winslow's SOOTHING SYRUP for Children
ncethtng; ooftens the, gums, reduces Inflammation.
aliays pain cures wind collie. . cents bottle.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

To abandon friend for single error
evnces cold heart and weak judg-
ment
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

In great many cases of Asthma. Piso's
Cure for Consumption will give relief that
is almost equal to a cure. % cents.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Error of opinion may be tolerated
where reason is left to combat II.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Sentiment costs more in dollars and
cents than any other foolish feeling in
the world.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

A gentleman Always knows the diff
ference between being friendly and be-
ing familiar
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

OOrk ISOpc.
A cork core floating rope has been
designed The inventor claims that
this floating rope of one inch In thick
ness will stand strain of more than
1000 pounds. The rope consists Of a
. core of small round corks, about three
quarters of an inch long, placed end to
end, round which is braided network
of cotton Irvine. This Is surrounded by
another layer of strong cotton Irvine.
braided in heavy strands, which Is
about quarter of an inch thick.
The Duke of Marlborough said that
he owed his success as much to his ele-
CANT department as to his talents.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02
MERITED REWARD
SALES OF LYDIA e. PINKHAM'S
VEGETABLE COMPOUND.
Uncqualled In the History or Medicine.
Honesty, Excellence, Faithfulness
Fifty Rewarded.

(sPEcIAL TO our LADY READrRs.1
Never in the history Of medicine has
the demand for one particular remedy 'or
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

Ripans Tsbues are sold By drugxisfs or b. I'm n
The price $50 cents box) IL sent TO The Rpaas CSza
cal Company. No 10 spruce Street, New York ssmr.S
val. 10 cents .l4lff
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1896-01-02

F. J. CHENEY CO., Toledo. O..
eB- Sold by Druggists, 75c.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

s. Sloane, Mrs. Peter +. Schcnck Mrs
Collier, Miss Graves, Mrs. ii. S. BOynfon,
Miss Clara Nesbit Stewart, Miss Marie IL.
Hackstadt, Miss Mortimer, Mr. and Mrs
Alexander h. Meek, Professor and Mrs.
James Wood Davidson, Mr.. and Mrs. VIC
Souder, Mrs. s. s. Burgess. Mr. NJ. ID
Hamilton, Mrs. Dingmau, Miss Mary V Pot
ter, Mr.. and Mrs. George u. Scott, Miss
Gilbert, Mrs. Belle Bradford, MIR. and Mrs.
S. X. Hall. Miss Carrie 10th, W. c. Stierlin,
Miss Clara L. Willard and Mrs. W. IL.
WeiSner.
The morning times., 1896-02-16
GabIer
Pianos

These instruments have nil arrived, and
3uu ROOMS are Just = trifio overcrowded. Tho
Ga bie:@ unquestiOnaSly the finest
DiGhOs iR the world, except the steiEway.n
The ga blers" are built after "Steiuways
system OF construction, and therefore approach
''ssciHway - scioser in tone, touch. workman
ship and durability Than any other pianos II
you haven't n nj Il grade piano and want one
io-mo-row viii be your chance 10 bny the
Becond-best in the world-a GablerH-fo
The morning times., 1896-02-16
Fresh Laid Eggs.

you cannot improve On a aice fresh egg--th.
:ratble is 10 get fresh ones We look after
that Our Fancy Eggs are put up in ono dozen
patent poker boxes, ana every egg is gaaran.
iced fresh, The price is no higher than others
Ssk TO- hisliGF Qgailftea
WILKINS g. COMPANY.
6qasr. Marble and Glass s:andx
N-As.eg kAIS~s
The morning times., 1896-02-16
UNDERTAKERs.
r. VILLA NJ LEE.
332 Pa. Ave. N. W.
First-class service. Phone. 1881
iy4-6m
DIED.

DIED.
kLUG In loving memory OF our dear
father, William B. Klug, who pa asscd pea ce-
fully away three years ago today.
Loved in life, in death remembered.
BY his daughter. MAGG1E.
EPTUNE-N office is hereby given OF
the death Of Henry Neptune, at Washington
Relatives and friends viii call at X. F.
Harvey'S Sons, 92S Penns ylvania avenue
northwest. and make arrangements for his
burial within thirty-six hours. 1t
MYERS -Agnes Myers, age % years. died
February 15, l, a. m.
Funeral from the residence or her son-in
law, Thomas A. Donaldson, 1914 W st. NV,
Monday, 17th inst, 2:3b p. m.
Fold thy hands, Thy work Ia over.
By HER SON-IN-LAw
The morning times., 1896-02-16
$500,

eitaor cash or on SO monthly pay.n snts
The regular price OF these PRrior Grand
Uprigb.s is $s5U We need room: therefore
the reduction You may have your choice ol
mahogany, walnut, ebony or oak cases IL you
wnat a Piano for 300 or moro VIC have H. Con-
sulI with lIs before buying.
The morning times., 1896-02-16
Unity f,Iub Meeting

One OF the most successful and pleasant
meetings OF the Unity Club Told organiza-
tion} was held on wednesday evening iast
dent, Judge Jolih W. Bennett. presiding.
Among those present were: Judge John
w. Bennett, Mrs. .sslover, Mrs. d. voorhis,
Prof. r. Grant Barnwell, Mr.. and Mrs. Silas
Boyce, DR.. and. Mrs. w. W. Baker, DR..
Varnum, d. Collins, Mr.. and Mrs. W. II.
Wannamaker, Mr.. ahd Mrs: q. Werthing-
ton TayIor, DR.. r B9Read. Miss Hollowell,
T. III. Zepp, Mr.. d HaHunter, Miss Hunter,
Mr., and Mrs. w. A. Rooks, Mfr. and Mrs.
Miss Cora Parr, Mrs. S. i. Craig. Mrs G..
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Miss Amelia Stahl gave a birthday party
Friday evening. to which number OF her
Young friends were invited. Those present
were: Misses Nora and Kate Leyhan, Miss
Mary Ifol, ana brothers, Miss Ruth Yost,
Miss Dora Castings. Misses Mary and Katie
I.iston Miss Martha anu Charles Able,
Miss Grace and Aadge Macintosh, Miss
Lena Wright Misses Kate and K ose
Parker. Misses Mary and Kate Bolan. Miss
Annie Thorn, Mr.. Phillip Gaskins, and
others.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mrs. Parke, OF Lafayette Square, enter
tained at dinner last night.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Alex. Graham Bell gave
a large reception last night.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mrs Hart wife OF Representative Joseph
]. Hart, WAS hostess al q handsome lea
yesterday afternoon.
The house was beautifully decorated for
The occa Mrs Hart, in blue silk. trimmed
with white chiffon and blue ribbons was
assisted in receiving by Mrs. Erdman, in
mink silk: Mrs Robinson. Mrs Cooper,
Mrs Miles wife Of Representative Miles;
Mrs. oden. Mrs Fairchild. in white satin,
trimmed with green velvet; Miss Biddis
in yellow silk and white chiffon; Miss
Nichols, in white satin. Miss White, Miss
Peachy and Miss Robinson.
The tea table was decorated with yellow
jonquils and ferns
Mrs. Bull poured the coffee and Miss
R,lu served the salad. Mrs. Rutherford
presided al the punch howl The delightful
afternoon brought out hos's of callers WHO
enioycd The charming hospitality of both
Representative and Mrs. Hart.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

masquerade party was given To Miss
Lula Cost of Mount Pleasant. Friday night,
February / 4. 10y i. Shelley and b. Hayes.
Among those present were: T. MYERS. NJ.
Cort, T. Moore. L. Davis. A. Mcdonald,
NJ. Robbie. Lulu Cort. A. Roberts. Il. Hayes,
and f. Loring. A recitation by Miss Edna
Moore. soho ny Miss j. Shelley We're en-
ioyed. Fancy dancing by L. Davis aud
songs by Mrs. Shelley.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Miss Katharine Elizabeth Heytlrick and
Mr.. William r. Harvey. Of this city, were
married at Erie. Pa, Wednesday, Feb
ruary IL. Al heme after March ], No. 500
Florida avenue.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Rice, Mr.. Frederick C. Giesek king, and
Mr. Charles H. Patterson, brother OF the
bride.
4 reception Will be held fouowlng tue
wedding, at the home or MT Iayior.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ell Taylor, at home, NO.
I31a W street northwest, after the 10th.
The morning times., 1896-02-16
Tomorrow

A member Of our firm has bnt lately re-
atrned from New York, whore he went 10 select
large stock OF beautiful
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mrs. William Gibson and Mrs Lillian
Margaret Smith will receive at the snore
ham, on Monday, from 3 TO D.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mr.. F. j. Thompson of 1921 wiitberger
street. washington, says: II took Browns
Iron Bitters for pains in my back, breast
and sides. and 1t relieved ME in thirty six
hours. 1 also recommend it us famtiy
medicine
The morning times., 1896-02-16

A valentine social gathering was heid at
Tho residence oef Miss T.. Peake Friday
evening. Among those present were The
Misses Annie German, Hattie Stewart,
Jessie Hergeshinerp Agnes Flynn, and
Messrs. William,fHoiland, Harry Pierce,
James Beller. Herbert Huntiey and j. A.
C,ortnan
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mr.. and Mrs. Vending entertained at 4
dinner in honor OF Miss Mary Seuple Scott
of St Louis, last night.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

The marriage of Miss Katharine Fuller,
daughter of Chief Justice and Mrs. Fuller,
TO Mr.. Theodor.. l.. Beecher of Buffalo. \.
Y. will take place At 81. John Church to-
morrow evening at I 80 O'Clock.
Miss Fannie Fuller, Youngest sister OF
the BRIDE G0wned in white. Will be maH
of honor. Mrs Aubrey and Miss Jane Fui-
Ter will he bride 5 attendants, wearing White
muslin over pink. The bride VIII be es-
corted up the aisle by her father. She will
wear a gown of white satin en- traine. The
bodice is draped with pearl embroidered
chiffon, tie sleeves being of white satin.
Her tulle veil will be caught goidbandeau
studded with diamonds q gift OF the groom.
The best man and ushcrs will he: Mr..
Richard D. Ware OF Boston, DR.. ii. II.
Haskell OF Boston, Mr.. Nathan Clifford OF
Portland, Me, Mr. $. Wells or Detroit ,
and Mr. g. p keatng OF Buffalo,
A reception a the home OF Chiet Justice
Fuller will follow the marriage.
Mr. Becchcr, whose marriage to Miss
Fuller occurs tomorrow. gave a supper
last evening at Chamberiins, TO his ushers,
The morning times., 1896-02-16
e25 Penna. Ave.

nHfnnu Ia--Because the "Gabler y
hhHNUU An-PiRno Is high grade as well
AS medium priced aud ap-
======--proaches ''SteinwRy" closer
than any other instrument
The morning times., 1896-02-16

The Misses Stokes OF New York, are al
the Arlington Hotel for few weeks
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mrs. Hadlcy, No. L, Iewa Circle, gave q
tea yesterday afternoon.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

The Continental Chapter, d. A. R.. will
hold a meeting al the Hotel Oxford Mon
day February It, at 8 p. m. Hon. John
Goode of Virginia will deliver the address,
and there will be a fine program, both
musical aud literary, TO follow.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Miss Elizabeth Antuinette Toson Gaugh-
Ter of the late Francis Tolson, of Weston,
Prince Georges county. Md. was married
February l2. 10 Mr.. Wentworth Chiids
Jones' OF Washington. The ceremony oc-
CURED at st. Barnabas Church. Oxen Hill,
Md. Maid of honor was Miss Bessie p.
Mitchell, of Washington. Mr.. Carroll
Diggs and Mr.. Frederick Smith, also of
this city. were dshers.
The best man was Mr.. Copeland Page
Jones. of Washington. Mr.. aud Mrs. Jones
viii reside in Washington next season.
-
The wedding of Miss Annie K. Mitchell
30 Mr.. George Mitchell Evans Will take
place Wednesday. February lS, and will
be followed by u reception at the home of
the brides parents, Mr.. and Mrs. John n.
Mitchell.
Miss Florence Y. Thomas Of this city and
Mr.. John II. Fisher of Pennsylvania will
bc married in Baltimore March at the
home OF the hriGc-elcct's sister. Only rela-
tives and few friends will be present at
the ceremony, AT which Bishop Parct OF
Maryland viii 0fficiate.
Miss Thomas is a daughter of the late
Major Evan Thomas, u. S. a; Il grand
daughter oT the late Gen. Lorenzo Thomas,
adiutam general OF the Army. The honey
moon will he spent in Florida.
The regent OF the Continental Chapter,
ID. A. II, will receive at her residence, No.
1903 Clifton street northwest, Monday
AFTERNOON, February IL, from to 6.
All members of the ID. A. r., visiting and
resident, are Invited, with other friends.
The President and Mrs. Cleveland were
! guests at "a unique and elegant dinner
| given by the Secretary OF the Interior and
| Mrs Hokc Smith last evening. A good deal
OF amusement was enjoyed by al present
| at the clever suggestiveness OF the dainty
| spread.
In the center of the table was e crysta
| lake, in which number of fish were piacidIs
| swimming az If thoroughly at home. Fern:
| and grasses fringed the edge. detted with
-adl white aud blue lights, and among G
The morning times., 1896-02-16

NJ and MADAME de Neck. of the Russian
Legation, gave Il dinner last evening cnter-
tanning Senator and Mrs. Stewart, Miss
WILCOX Mr.. Cana. Marquis Malaspina Wis
count and Viscountess Cough, Miss Stewart,
Mr. Somow Madame de Wncikia woski.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mrs Benjamin F. Leighton of Capitol
Hill will hold her last reception of the
season Monday, from TO D, and will he
at home informally from 10 O.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Miss Mary Condit-Smith entertained six
teen of this seasons buds at Il Valentine
luncheon SAINT Valentine Day.
The table was decorated with heart
shaped floral pieces of red tulips and heart
shaped bon bons, ices and cakes.
Those present were: Miss Jane Fuller,
Miss Phillips. Miss Cockrell, the Misses
Wilson. Miss Ncwlands, Miss Leech, Miss
Alice Lincoln, Miss de Peystcr, Miss Rock
hill, Miss Langhornc, and Miss 0giesby.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Sheridan had The
pleasure Tuesday evening OF entertaining
their pastor. Rev. !. +. Macllin. and Revs. NJ.
s Gross. ]. r. Foley, Paul Griffith Paul
l. RennoldS. and MessrS. Massey and
Sullivan, on tile departure Of their son,
Phillip. afjera short vacation, forst Mary s
Seminary. Baltimore
The morning times., 1896-02-16
Bon Marche,
3I4-316 9TH ST.
your Plano and Music at Droop's,

se5 Reasons why you should buy
The morning times., 1896-02-16

The Brazilian Minister and Madame de
Mendonca entertained ut dinner last even
ing General and Mrs. Miles, Admiral aud
Mrs. Ramsay. General and Mrs Henderson.
General and Mrs. Rochester, General and
Mrs. Wilcox, General and Mrs. Sternt,erg
Mr.. and Mrs. Pollock, Mrs Audenreid, q nd
Mr.. Langley.
The decorations were crimson roses, WIN
caudelabra shades OF the same haze.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Miss Batchellcr gave a tea In honor of
Mrs. Cyrus Field Jldson. of New York,
yesterday afternoon, at her home. on Yer
mont avenue, which was Il very delightful
affair in every respect.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

The marriage of Miss Margaret Shepard
daughter OF Mr.. and Mrs. j B. Patterson
to Mr. Edward J. Taylor will take place
Tuesday evening, February Is. The cere
mony will he solemnized at the Church ei
the Ascension, at 8 o'clock p. m.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

brand Mrs Chatard enlerl tdinner
last evening Senator and Mrs Gray, Mr..
and Mrs. Ha que, Mr. and Mrs Washington,
Mr.. and AIRS. Johnston, aud Mr and Mrs
I.owndes. The table was decorated with
red roses.
The morning times., 1896-02-16

The maid OF honor will he the brides
sister, Miss Julia A. Patterson. brides
maids, Miss Alice Aimuth, OF New York,
and Miss Grace Evelyn Chandlee. : Best man,
Mr.. James f. Tucker; nsliers. Mr.. Ereticr-
lex Patterson OF New York: Mr.. aiphonso
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Miss Johnston of / street, entertained at
luncheon Yesterday afternoon.
The morning times., 1896-02-16
AT THE
BON M ARCHIE

10 close ont a,id close ont quickly "a OuT desire
Bcars goi'g ont qr the Hcn's Furnishings busf
ress and tkc sacroice rs 10 ctyeet speedy c'ea''
Hnoc
The morning times., 1896-02-16

Other fixed dates are:
The French Ambassador ana Madame
Patenotre a dinner February 20.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henderson, a dinner for
Mrs Mckee. Thursday, February 20.
Senator and Mrs. Cameron, dinner,
February "a.
Mr.and Mrs. Cavarruhias. dinner, Febrn-
aIy %.
Marriage Of Miss Myra Raby To Mr..
Haywood, February "A.
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Frankliu'S Grave.

Two men, both on the shady side OF
seventy, stopped at Fifth and Arch
streets the other day to peer in
through the iron grating at the neg
lected grave of Benjamin Franklin.
After looking O moment in silence at
the fat stone which covers the last
resting place of the statesman, phllos.
opher and patriot, one of the old men
said to his companion, 81 don't think
Philadelphia fully appreciates the
honor that attaches to having within
it's precincts the sepulcher of that
great man. 1t seems to me if it did 1t
would take better care of his grave.
The fact is, that so far asI know, the
memory of Franklin is nowhere aS
generally perpetuated as it ought to
be outside the State of Tennessee. l
guess if Franklin was buried down
there they'd have a big monument
over him. You know when the pres
ent State of Tennessee was first organ
lied it was known as Franklin. 1t
bore that name for long while until
superseded by Tennessee, which IS an
Indian word, meaning 'the river OF the
big bend For my part, l think the
State wonld have done better to stick
to its original name. ."-Philadelphia
Call.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1896-08-26
How Nature Makes Silver.

The process by which Nature forms
her silver mines is very interesting.
1t must be remembered that the
earth's crust is full OF water, which
psrcolates everywhere through the
rocks, making solutions of elements
obtained from them. These solutions
take up small particles of precious
metal which they find here and there.
Sometimes the solutions in question
are hot, the water having got so far
down as to bo set boiling by the inter.
nal heat of the globe. Then they rush
upward, picking up the. bits of metal
as they 60. Naturally heat assists the
performance of this operation.
Now and then the streams thus
formed, perpetually flowing hither and
thither below the ground, pass
through cracks or cavities in tie rocks,
where they deposit their lodes of
silver. This is kept up for q great
length of timo-perhaps thousands of
years-until the pocket is fllel up.
Crannies permeating the stony mass
in every direction may become flied
with the precious metal, or OCCASION
ally a chamber may be stored full of
it as if ], 100000 handles were fetch.
ing the treasures from all sides and
hiding away a mine for some lucky
prospector to discover in another age.
New York Mercury.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1896-08-26

Thomas D. Mckay, for two years
past General Passenger Agent of the
Central and Union Pacific Railroads
at Yokohama, arrived on the steamer
China for a short vacation trip. He
has travelled on three different oc-
casions this year through that portion
of japan recently devastated, and in
talking about the remarkable seismic
disaster he said:
"The earthquake affected fully 250
miles of the coast line. A great wave
rolled inland and wrought havoc to
many villages and their Inhabitants.
Fishermen FIVE miles out at sea were
unharmed and returned at night to
find their towns destroyed and homes
wiped out of existence. The great
loss was in the Miyagi, Iwate AID
Aomori prefectures. In the Aomori
country eight towns were badly ruined,
with great loss of life. In the Iwate
section fully thirty.one towns were
devastated, and in the Prefecture OF
Miyagi almost eighteen towns or
hamlets.
"Of course, the survivors all have
strange and interesting stories to re-
late. One man I heard say that he
saved his life by running up to the
top of a mill. His friends were en-
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1896-08-26
A Curious Test of Coins.

In America an alloy of one-tenth
copper is used in coins to harden
them and make them less susceptible
to abrasion. In England the amount
of alloy is less only one-twelfth. Re-
Gently q controversy arose among the
mint officials of London as to which
coins, English or American. would last
the longer. In order to put the mat
ter to test two small steel cylinders
we're fixed on revolving rod and one
filed with United States and the other
with British coins. It is needless to
sav that all of the letters, milling.
etc., we're worn from the English coins
twelve hours before they were finally
totally efaced from the American
roins.