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The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

The regular monthly entertainment Of
the y NJ. c. ~. was held last night in
their rooms. There was not regular
programme. The Orpheus Club was
present and rendered some excellent
music. after which MIR. Louis c. PHILLIPS
delivered a welcome address Then
were several impromptu speeches.
there were several impromptu speeches,
among which was one from Mr..
Fentress. who spoke of the needs
or ~ NJ. c. A. building in
this city, one that the members
could look to with pride, and one that
would be fully adapted to the work
1t would help the cause considerably.
He urged the members to work for 1t
and success would surely follow. At the
conclusion of his remarks he was loudly
appfauded. The club gave them more
music. while the ladies served cake and
cream. The evening was plea sanity
spent by those who attended.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
LAWRENCE a. wELTON.
VIII Sell the Following Goods at
Prices Named for u Few Days Only.

Best apron ginsham, ii%c. a yard.
Best Imitation fibre channels. Sc. yard
Yard wide percales. 6hc. a yard.
30 twill silk umbrellas, 81 each.
Entire stock Of soc, fancy dress goods.
now 37i.c. q yard.
10 pieces 40 inch all wool dress goods.
formerly sold al zoe. now 25c. n ard.
Ladies' seamless hose. Hermsdorf dye,
lIc. quality, now l3c. or two pair for
25c.
80 dozen ladies' seamless hose. Herms-
dorf dye. uzually sold at Csc Our price
lSc. pair or six pairs for 81.
Sole agents for the celebrated Centime-
ri and Paragon kid gloves. Her Majesty
and w. b. Corsets.
Goods sold for cash only, and at one
price to all.
LAWRENCE e WELTON.
23l High street. Portsmouth, Va.
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Disscnsion Among tho Police Com.
mtsstOuers.


Last night was the regular meeting
of the Board of Police and Fire Com
m.ssiorers. The following gentlemen
were present: Hon. l.. II. Davis. chair
man; William 4. Robinson, w ]. Will
liams. DIR. l.. A. Bllisoly, and w. j. An
derton.
The meeting was called to order by
the chairman. who instructed the Chief
OF P'iice. who IS secretary of the Board
to read the minutes of the last meet
ings. The Chief replied: Shall read
the meeting that took place while you
were In Washington. when Messre Rob
lnSon, Williams. and Bilisoly were pres
ent. His Honor replied: IL do not con-
slider that legal meeting, consequently
1t cannot be read"
MIR. Robinson then stated that the
charter said that three members shall
constitute quorum for the transaction
OF business" and as 1t has never been
altered. 1t made no difference whether
there was one or ten members OF the
Board. three sim constituted Il quorum
His ii nor ruled differently Then Mr.
Robinson moved an adjournment. and
the three members Messrs BilIsia,y
Robinson. and Williams left. AS they
were leaving. Mr. Friedln came in. but
too late to take part in the meeting.
The three gentlemen named above will
appear before Judge Watts. of the Hus-
tlnGs Coait,to- day and request that he
summon the members of tne Board be-
FORE him. AID decide the question as to
me number ii takes to make a quorum
ana not nnt!l his decision Is rendered will
mere be another inc, ting of the Board
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
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ABSOLUTELY EsU@E
ELIzABETM CITY.

Elizabeth City, n. c., April 5.-(Spe-
cial)-Easter services were held at the
Episcopal and Methodist Churches yes
.erday morning. AT the former a mis-
'!cnary meeting by the Sunday scho
vas held in the afternoon, and at The
sitter In the evening. The floral deco
'ations at both churches were tasteful
md appropriate.
Evangelist Crane. accompanied by n
musician VIII arrive tomorrow to assis.
IN the revival services, which will begin
At the Baptlat Church last night. anu
VIII be continued thrauGh the week. Nj.
Crane is from New Jersey.
The funeral services Of Mrs. Carrie i.
H"eckinriige. WHO died on Saturday
morning, were conducted at the resi-
dcnce at two O'Clock yesterday afternoon
ny Rev. j. III. Hail, OF the MeiN0di2j
Church
There will be dress drill OF the Naval
reserves ut the, Armry on Tuesday
night.
No cases for trial at Pole, Count ~!
morning. Something unusua! for Mon
day.
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III DERSON.

Henderson. n. c.. April 6.-(Spec!aI3-
Miss Lizzie Wilder. Of Loushurg. y. C..
Is visiting Miss Edna O'Neil this week.
Miss Wise, of Virginia Is visiting Miss
Lila Tucker.
Miss Mary Davis IS home from school
to spend Easter.
MasserburE Hotel: John Bullock. Jno
II. Orem. Jr.. Baltimore. Md: r. p
Henry. Richmond, Va; James II. Ed
monds. Baltimore, Md: James Pollard
Baltimore. Md: q. b. II. Stallings
Stallings. ~ C.; c. u. Miller. city: r.,
a. Williams, Wadesboro, n. c.; Charles
j. McHenry. Richmond, Va; julius Ju-
aaa' Louisville. Ky; Ed. Stephens, city;
NJ -. hutchinson, Richmond. Va; w.
II. White. oxford, n. c.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

John LEHMAN. Pontsmouth's short
stop. became indignant yesterday be
cause Manager Mari called him to task
for some disorderly conduct on Sunday
and. like little school boy. pouted
and left declaring he would play no
more. He went TO Norfolk. II is said
with the intertion of not returning. Mr.
Watson swore out capias and charged
Mr.. Heilman With being an absconding
debtor; having secured $50 for which he
had given no service. The capias was
served by the Sheriff OF Norfolk. and
taere was no alternative for Mr.. Heilman
to either return or go to jail lie pre-
ferred TO return. and after considering
the matter, VIII now go on as though
nothing had ever happened
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Sons of the American Revolution.

The Portsmouth Association of the
Virginia Division OF the Sons of the
American Revolution held well attend
ed meeting last night. with DR.. ii. +.
secretary.
On motion. Capt. w. H. Murdaugh was
recommended to be State Chapter at
Richmond as delegate. and MIR. ]. w. S.
Butt was recommended as alternate, to
the National Cong, ess of Son of Amer!-
can Revolution. which will assemble In
Richmond on the Sd inst.
J. w. S. Butt was elected treasurer.
On motion. 1t WIS decided that the
Issncia ton subscribe for two seats al the
banquet 10 be given 10 the National Con-
grcSS.
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WILSON.

Wilson, n. c.. April 6.-(Special.)-AIr.
j. w. Gardner, accompanied by his wife.
left Saturday for trip to Elizabeth city
y. G.
We regret to announce that our veto
ran townsman. Air. L. NJ Nadal. Is n,
the point of death. This morning we
learned that he Is not expected to live
but we hope ne will recover.
The young ladies of the Wilson Mill
tary Academy Will give an entertain
ment on Friday evening, entitled "a
Dress Rehearsal" Twelve characters
Will be represented and we wish them
success.
Some Of our townsmen left this morn
ing for the Creek. where they will spend
q day fishing.
The new warehouse is rapidly going
up.
Mrs. NJ. L. Deans left last night for
Rocky Mount. n. c.. where she will Wis
1t her daughter Mrs. Tyson.
Mr.. Earnest Deans, OF Rocky Mount
n. C., spent yesterday in our city. We
were glad to see him.
Mr.. Charles O'Hagan made us a nv,nr
visit Saturday.
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MOUTH.

plymouth. N. c.. April 6.-(SpcciaD-
William Capehart. n highly esteemed
colored citizen of this place, died sud
denly early Friday morning from a
stroke of paralysis.
MIR. IL. 5. Owens and family. of Balti-
more. Md, are III town visiting Mrs.
owenss mother. Mrs. l.. NJ. Latham.
Mr.. ;. X. Clary spent Easter with
friends i'll Williamstown.
Alr. j. ri. Leggett spent the day yes
terday in Robcrsonville.
Mrs. w. G. Hasscll and Miss Jennie
Mizell returned home Saturday from an
extended visit to friends In Norfolk.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Congress- OF Nations.

The Congress of Nations" which
drew such Il large crowd several weeks
ago. VIII be repeated tonight at kim
Hall by Special request. y number of
other attractions has been added watch
Will make il more interesting. Those
who failed to see 1t last time. should not
lose The opportunity tonight or they
may regret the same. Reserved seats
are offered for sale at Mr. John a. Nor
r.;'s clothing store. See ad.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

LAT qHAMNILI,S To-Day
We Shall Place on Our Special Bur-
gain Counter This Morning
nj 10 O'GI0ck

Yard wide percales. SIC.
25c. spring; dress goods. l9c.
+0c. spring dress goods. 24c.
15c. plaid dress goods, lie.
GO and 75c. spring dress goods. beautiful
styles, will go at 49c.
Sc. apron check Bingham. Aye.
Sc towels. 324c. each.
l0c. spring zephyr ginghams. &c.
Sc. check muslin. sc.
soc table linen, 37iac.
zoe. towels. lac. each.
&C. fringed doylies. 4c. each.
soc. black Henrietta. 39c. the yard.
sl.5O white counterpanes. CSC. each.
75c. white counterpanes. SOC. each.
81 kid gloves. 79c.
Soc. black Henrietta. CSC. the yard.
4Oc. table linen. 29c. the yard
These prices are for cash only.
HAMMILL'S, 800 High street.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Election of yestrymen.

The following vestrymen We're elected
yesterday fo- the ensuing year by the
congregation Of Trinity Church: II. c.
Walker, J. c. Ashton. a. b. Butt, J. +.
Croker II. T.. Cutherell. S. p. Wigg. DR.
Joseph r. Woodley, William II. Stewart
G.. y. Wilcox, j. w. Ashton, w. III. Pc
te-s. Jr Capt. w. II. Murdaugh.
There will be no election in ST. Johns
Church. as the vestry now In office will
be continued for another wear.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
PROPOSALS
FOR
Paving Material!

Portsmouth. Va. April 4, 1886
< SEALED PROPOSALS WILL Biz
y received by the Committee on Streets
OF the Council of the City of Portsmouth
va. until y, m, APRIL Is. 1886. for the
l. 1858 PERCHES BUBBLE STONE
to be of hard, durable stone. and OF
uniform quality. broke to regular form
avoiding feather edges. in depth not
more than nor less than 6 inches, each
stone to have an area of not less than
IL nor more than SO square inches Sam
pies of stone must be furnished by bid
2. FOR SUPPLYING 22,G2o SQUARE
YARDS NlTRIFIED BRICK, The
bricks or blocks must be hard burned
of uniform size: free from flaws, cracks:
or breaks. Rroken bricks not accepted
To absorb not more than per cent. OF
have been laid in other ci.ies and found
entirely satisfactory at the end Of 8
years TO be accepted Bricks to be sub
ject to such tests as the committee may
desire.
All bids to be accompanied with sam
3. ll.7Gs LOADS OF GOOD SHARP
BAR SAND, II bushels to the load. 10
hc delivered on the wharf the city may
designate.
The Committee reserves the right to
reject any and all bids. and to Increase
or decrease any of the items.
Bonds with approved security of one
half OF the amount of each bid must nc
company all bids.
Bonds with approved security will be-.
required for the faithful performance of
the contract.
Proposals must be left with the City
Clerk
Communications other athan proposals
to be addressed to the Chairman of the
Committee on streets.
JNo. J. KING,
hi Chairman nn tic
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
A Complimentary Reception.

A complimentary reception was given
las, night by the following gentlemen.
Messrs. c. j. Darden. W. j. Blackwood.
+. l.. and 5. II. Beale. TO Miss Maggie
I. Britt. Of Cincinnati, o.. who is visit
ing Mrs. c. +. Beale. on Middle street.
Music and other amusements were in
lulged in until late hour, when al,
left for home. having spent pleasa Ii:
evening.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
An Attcmps to Rob n store.

Some time during Sunday night an al
tempt was made to rob the store of c.
w. '& II. Il. King, on the corner OF
London and Dinwiddie streets. by pull
img several pieces of weather boards OF
IN the back ofthe store. but before they
managed to get In some one frightened
them off. This is the sixth attempt
that has been made to enter this store,
and each time the parties have been run
off
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Cut t,e Electric Light wires.

Sunday night just before IL o'clock
some unknown person CUT the electric
light wire on the corner of London and
Court streets, and let the light fall to the
ground bursting II all TO pieces. besides
putting the entire circuit out for about
an hour. If found, he should be severely
dealt with. The loss TO the company
will amount TO $50.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
A Firu, Statement.

We have good clothes fer tall men.
slim men. stout men, and all men, Come
in and get At. Our method OF doing
business will guarantee to You the lowest
prices that first class goods can be sold
for. We sell strictly for cash, and have
but one price. We also refund money IL
you are dissatisfied with your purchase.
Give us a trial.
JOHN A. MORRIS & CO.,
1903 High street. south side
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Specials for TODAY.

Mrs. Johnsons Home Made seweet
Pickles only 10c. per bottle. Fine Sar-
dimes in Tomato Sauce, &C.. or A. for Csc.
Fine Sardines in OIL and Spices. &C.. or
for Csc. Fine Potted Ham and Tongue
Tomato Sauce. Sc, or G for 25c. Large
bottles Hand Packed Queen Olives, 25c.
what We claim the finest OF patents. a
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

The congregation al ST. Johns Church
Sunday morning raised nearly $4,000 to-
wards building new church. Steps will
be taken to build u church imm dial ely
Another lot Will be purchased in some
Other locality. The amount raised was
an agreeable surprise TO all.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

When You can buy Smithheld hams
for l4c.. Rumford's yeast powders. Sc. !:
other yeast powders at 4c: homemade
lard &C., Baltimore &C.. sugar &C., New
Orleans mo!asses l0c. quart. butter Is
and 1Sc.. Elgln creamery 22c., Holsters
1Sc. salmon 10c. per pound. sardines 4c
per box. z for Csc.
L. H. PEARSON,
Phone sSS- Corner Green and Bart.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
HERTFORD.

HEREFORD. N. c.. April 6.--(Specian--
Va. is in town. ih'
"A crowd of Edenton boys came down
Saturday to play IL game OF tennis with
the boys of this town. WIN
To-day Is Crmmissicrers' dov In our
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
PIT"TSHORG.

Pit'sb:ro. N. c.. April 6.--(SpeciaL)-
Judge Womack and Mr. II. c. benson,
Vi haicigh. spent Sunday with us.
j. ~ Newman Is at the Exline House.
Mt cant. Superintendent of the Cum
, moVk coal mines. IS here on business
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
EhDtiZing.

Rev. Mr.. Davis baptized twelve per-
sons at Rodman's landing Sunday. all
of whom were recent converts at mis-
church. There was quite a number of
persons present. including several from
this city.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
SOUTHERN PINES.

Southern Pines. n. c., April c.
(SpeciaD-Mrs A. S. Ruggies, who has
been visiting some friends in Levitt,
y. c.. returned home to-day.
Mr.. ii. S. Thurstan, of this Mace 70
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Thi. Is YourCh.ncc.

For one week all winter stock, such
as dress goods. men and boys cassi-
meres, blankets. gloves, etc.
A. ]. PHILLIPS,
Under Oxford Hail.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
STABLES

ne Ieams for for hire night and day. Stables
large Wagons for pleasure parties ofs Sn.
c rIgrn 1 Sarringas at short notice. First
e q 3, n b,39arding, and everything to make
fsIorses, perfectly safe and kind. DOM
mpgd me NE Blue Line for Lake Drum.
you want nice Carriage cali IN nhons
VA Yours very truly, pAo'io
o. l.. WILLIAMS
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Suits I'm Order.

Our spring suitings for Easter at popu-
lar prices. Look at our window display.
From $3.50 10 $3.50
NJ. ROSENBAUM,
116 and lis High street.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

Have you been to the Chicago Bar
gain House." 30 High street.
They are selling everything at and
below cost to close business. They have
bargains In most everything you may
need. ]. ]. BILISOLY,
Proprietor.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
Gladness Comes


w transient nature of the many phys
ical ills, which vanish before proper eff
forts-gentlc efforts-pleasant efforts
rightly directed. There is comfort in
the knowledge. that so many forms of
sickness are not due to any actual dis
ease, but simply to constipated condi-
ton of the system, which the pleasant
family laxative Syrup of Figs. prompt
lyremoves, That is why it is the only
remedy with millions of families, and is
everywhere esteemed so highly by all
who value good health. Its beneficial
effects are due to the fact, that it is the
one remedy which promotes internal
cleanliness without facilitating the
organs on which it acts. 1t is therefore
all important, in order to get its bene-
fetal effects, to note when you pur-
chase, that you have the genuine arti-
Gle, which is manufactured by the Cali
fornia Fig Syrup Co. only and sold by
all reputable druggists.
If in the enjoyment of good health,
and the system is regular, laxatives or
other remedies are then not needed If
afflicted with any actual disease, one
may be commended to the most skillful
physicians, but If in need of a laxative.
one should have the best, and with the
well-informed everywhere, Syrup of
Figs stands highest and IS most largely
used endgiN aSmcH'o '.' - "c';i ~: ion.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
CITY BONDS FOR SALE
Office OF the City Clerk.
council Chamber,

portsmouth, Va. March 30, 1896
rn 3ne r. !, for, for sale $4,000 COTTON Pax.,
9 9ST e. KsEDLMPTION BONDS. payabIe in
81 lars nGs am bearing interest at the rate
VI D per cent. per annum payabie sar,t ~
hhi nnt IN June and December. Tbeaa
ssCG n's . "a are IN denominations OF 500 and
ne registered. principal and Interest et ~
ers. Poh VI the mold
Sealed proposals addressed - M
dn ai,.o Jr., city clerk, VIII he "a.
N SIrHd "a uh ,Sds 0 , o'clock D. m. MONDAY,
bonds ;h .o'o c,,, Tor the purchase of these
reject an Or any of the bids.
sho oiInnthu e atoms other than proposals.
shoulu DO addressed to
c; S. SHERWOOD.
mh31-tds committees.
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8 Anthon,, md Ntgh h,ree,

The largest stock of clothing and
gents furnishings in the city. Agents
for two OF the largest merchant tailor
ing establishments in the country. Suits
10 order from $3.50 to s35: trousers to
order from $3.50 u $40 per pair.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

OPEN FOR THE SEASON. uA11,,
opened my Soda Fountain for th -
,'Yi ,ba ana VIII dispense Pure Soda with
I Ice ne teea sran gard and Fruit Syrups Also
onade, Milk Shakes and Coca Cola ~
G cn9ice drink. delicious and appetizinr
,,,,oe 49,, l.. a. BILLISOLY.
IdiEo-imo 3li liirh Street
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I.eyx & Incohs. 200 High Street.

are headquarters for anything i'm the
gents clothing line at prices that VIII
please you. Give them q call
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Wan papering and decoration done.
uphoistering and hair mattress reno
Sated, carpets cut. made and laid. ].
2; Crawford's Furniture and Carpet
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

There were two kind of ties worn
Easter Sunday-tlrose sold by Charles r.
Welton s. Co., and others.
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PORTSMOUTH ADv'S.

FOR EEN'r-Einc store on High street.
h,sl retail location IN the city: possess
SION from April 18th. Apply to IL. l..
PAGE X co. 3i5 High. ap7-lw
Landmark copy.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07

surveying land FOR Mr.. Levitt at Levitt,
Miss Maud knight. of Bridgeport,
Conn, died with. consumption at her
nome on Pennsylvania avenue on Sat
urday.
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ny ENTIRE STOCK

OF ssigs
FURNITURE. CARPETS. BOOTS.
SHOES. DRY GOODS. &C..
MUST be sold regardless of COST No ~
VII DC refused These goods nra S Uusr
p ,er',a, 10 be sold. So call and secure q
corner High and WASHINGTON sfres;;s
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
PORTSMOUTH, an,,..
.KIRN HAIT

coNGREss or NATIONS. ApRIr, mr.
Cast of 100 people. Benef,t Of ~. 800.
Street Baptist Church. AdmlssionS osHtf rtS
reserved seats. soc. Doors oper, On ME- Ia.
Ole street $50 ID. m. Seats on sale 'Se
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1896-04-07
why Pay Fnncy Prices for Grocerie

1903 High street. south side.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1896-05-09
FIRE AND Arr.

TheIr Intimate Relation Was Early
Recognized Lord Baron's Belief.
The intimate relation between IRE
and air was early recognized, seeing
that experience soon taught that air
was necessary for fire. says the Scot
tish Review. The experiment OF burn
ing a candle in closed vessel, now 50
familiar to every schoolboy, Is a very
old one, and the influence OF blast OF
air on a furnace had been probably no.
ticed from a very remote period. By
some II was affirmed TO be the food OF
FIRE, while by others the same belief
was embodied in the phrase, Air nour-
ishes fire"
Again, it was long ago observed that
inter, a substance well known to the
chemical philosophers of the past, could
produce intense ignition. II was hence
inferred that, since inter possessed this
property, II necessarily followed that
the two substances resembled each
other in composition. According to
Robert Boyle the air contained "yolatils
inter" while Lord Bacon held that air
contained a volatile, crude and windy
spirit" and thunder and lightning were
supposed to be due to the presence Of
minute particles OF this niter diffused
through the air.
The important bearing Of such OBJ
servations Is due to the fact that oXy-
gen gas, which is one OF the chief con-
stituents Of air and the one to which
II owes its power OF supporting com
bustion. also forms the largest ele-
mentary constituent OF inter. and is
likewise the source of the power pos
sessed by that body Of supporting com
bustion.
The action OF heat on metals in caus-
ing them to lose their metallic lusteI
had also not escaped notice and CardaA
philosopher who lived during the six.
/ teenth century. in noticing the increass
in weight that lead 'undergoss wher
heated in air, attributed it to the gai
In the air which feeds flame and which
rekindles a body presenting an ignite(
point.
The mandolin club will furnish
music for the Festive Retrea.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1896-05-09
BicYcLEs AND CHURCHEs.

When. year or so ago, a pastor OF
a church In Jersey CitS announced that
he would preach a sermon TO bcy-
clists, and asked those fond OF the
sport TO attend the service in bicycl.
Ing costume, the occurren c was looked
upon as simply another caper Of the
sensational clergy, says the New York
Sun. Since that time, however, the
effort to join bicycling and religion
has become general Sermons
like the one referred TO are
common, resulting in great ran.
sacking OF texts and twisting
OF biblical metaphors to meet
bicycle life. There are numberless
church bicycling tonrs, and clubs 10
which only church member or mem
bers Of certain denomination are ad
mitted. In sone localities il is con-
sidered proper to ride bicycles to
church; and in these places there e
rooms fitted up under the churches
where bicycles can be checked and
cleaned while the services go on above
Are the bicyelists sharing in church
services. or are church services sharing
in bicycling, and have the bieyelists
led the churches captive to their tire
and pedal?