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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02

The well-known fact that damp
earth is a better conductor Of cleo
tricity than dry earth is the basis Of
an apparatus invented by Prof Milton
Whitney, chief of the division of soils
in the agricultural department, which
he thinks will be q valuable aid in pro-
ducing the best results from the Guilt
walton of soil. The plates, con-
structed of the material which forms
the carbon points in arc fghts, are
sunk in the ground at any desired
depth. A current of electricity is then
passed from one to the other, and an
instrument measures in ohms the re-
sistance which the soil between the
plates makes to the passage of the
current. A table prepared from the
results of many experiments shows at
a glance the percentage of moisture in
the soil.
The apparatus will be especially val
liable in dollhouse culture, in Prof.
Whitney's opinion, for in that the con-
ditions are best for regulating the
proportion of moisture, but the amount
Of moisture in the fields can be regu-
lated to a CREATE degree Oy culttvl-
ton. This is particularly so in sec
tons of the country where irrigation
is practiced. By the use of this appar-
atus, which is simple and combar-
atively inexpensive, the farmer can ac-
curately determine what crop is best
adapted to the soil of each field, and
thus make his labor and investment
count for the most in results. From a
series of experiments conducted Ias1
summer Prof. Whitney has practically
shows less than one-third per cent. of
moisture it has reached the danger
line, and severe drought is immi-
nent.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02

Prof. Roentgen is somewhat annoyed
at his sudden fame. He is, of course
a great worker, but his discovery has
entailed upon him new duties that he
finds irksome. From all parts of the
world he receives letters from people
who want to know, you know" AS
the professor is very kindly and
courteous man he finds his correspond
ence a tremendous burden at present.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02

Whether to burn over the stubble
or not before blowing is question that
is asked If in a region where there
is enough rain to rot the stubble there
is no need Of burning, except to kill in
sects. Where there is not enough rain
to do this it should be burned.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02

Perhaps one of the best tests of
good thriving animal-one that will
lay on flesh quickly, or one that will
greatly add to the wealth of the dairy
is a test that is very much overlooked.
Let any practical man, who has gone
about among his live-stick with ms
eyes open, say whether he has not al
ways found his most profitable ami
mails smart eaters. There is great
difference, please to observe, between
a smart eater and an Unsuitable eater.
The former is a profitable, the latter
comparatively Improbable animal.
Languid eating, without zest or enjoy
ment, is a token of feeble digestion,
inability to take into the system.
promptly and fully, the nutritive parts
of the food. The animal that eats
with evident relish is not always the
animal that eats longest or that eats
most; but it's eagerness shows a good
and healthy appetite, the result OF
strength and sOundness of the diges-
tive and secretive organs. Of course,
this sign must be taken in connection
WIN Otner Signs, WHICH are SeneIdliy
understood We see them repeatedly
pointed out in notes and essays upon
bookkeeping; bu1 how seldom do We
see the appetite mentioned as evidence.
1t is, nevertheless, as one moments
reflection will convince the thoughtful
and observant manager of any kind of
farm animals, evidence of the very
first mportance.-London Live Stock
Journal.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02
FACTS FOR FARMERS
CARE NEEDED IN MANIPULATING
A COWS UDDER.
NATURE NOT A GOOD .CUlDE

Canadian Sheep Expectation Felt in
England-A Fine Appetite Desir-
able in Live Stock-Electricity as
Applied to Soil Testing
tural Notes.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02
HER TERRIBLE REVENGE.

Jeannette-I hear that horrid James
ley girl won Cholley Smythe away
from you.
Eleanora-She did, but 1 got even.
l got the design of her Easter hat and
made one just like it.-Chicago Record.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02

as an insecticide for fruit is given. 1t
is deadly poison.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1896-04-02
SOME ODD CUSTOMS
HOW ALL THE NATIONS CELE-
BRATE EASTER


The Italians Attend Mass at Midnight
and Are Sober Minded While the
Russians Make a Carnival of the
Season, Go Calling and Exchange
Eggs.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02
HEALTH
-AND-
ACCIDENT
INSURANCE.
Fidelity Mutual Aid Association
san Frandisco, Gal.
For Five cents Per Day

WILL Pay according to the hazard of oc-
cupatiOn from $500 to $2s 90 Il week.
when unable to work through being hurt
accidentally
WILL Fay, if you are accidentally'killed,
$2OS to $3.50.
WILL PKY $40 a week, when You are
sick lad unable to work,
WILL PHY 800 FOR funeral expenses
WILL Ply, ii you lose a hand and foot
or both feet or both hands, $13S to $434.
If INSURED,
You cannot lose all your Income when
YOU are Sick or Disabled by Accident.
Absolute Protection to the member upon
paying $5 life membership fee and nucs OF
Isl 80 per month.
The litleliey Mutual Aid Association is
Pre-eminentiy the Largest and Strongest
Accident and Health Association in the
United States.
it has $4,000 cash deposits with the
State. of California and Missouri, which, to-
gether with an ample Reserve Fund and
large assets make it's certificate an absolute
guarantee of the Soidlty OF it's protection to
it's members
two-thirds policy costs 81 per month
dues.
A one-thrd policy costs $3.50 per quarter
dues.
Reliable Agents Wanted. Write
I. T. M SHETTERLY,
Secretary and General Manager,
San Francisco, Cal
OrJOHN CARSON. Special Agent.
Eagle River, Wis
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02

EAGLE RIVER, WIS. May 30, 1896.
Town board met at Town Clerks Of
flee pursuant to adjournment.
Present: II Stewart and NJ Scheri-
Bile. Jas. Mckinley chairman, being
absent.
Motion made and carried that r.
Stewart act as chairman of the meet
ing.
ID. Graham. IL Justice Of the reaee
was called in as /, member
On motion the following bills were
allowed and the chairman and clerk
authorized to draw orders for same On
the different funds:
GENERAL FUND.
ID Graham, services OH board. survey
ing and drawing up highway
papers. 20 %
POOR FUND.
mrs r Slataery. bid of pauper.7 60
HIGHWAY FUND
A Wagner, ~ days assisting SUR
'evof. Il w
Straus. do. ~ do 4 90
John Dern. do. ...... .do......4 90
= Diamond. -. do. 80. -. .do.....4 90
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02
Thursday July, ,, 1896.
a.
REPUBLICAN COUNTY CONVENTION.
TO THE REPUBLICAM ELECTORS
Villas Comfy. WsS:

TO THE REpUBLICAN ELECTORS OF
Villas CGENTY. WIS:
\ state Convention having been
called to meet al MilW aukee ON the 5
y day of August. 1896, at II O'Clock.
noon, for the purpose of nominating a
u Republican State Ticket. to he voted
for at the general election in NOvem-
der next.
= Notice is therefore hereby given
that a Republican county convention
for Villas county. will be held at the
Town Hall in the Village of Minocqua,
OH the 3lst day of July, 1896, at 4
o'clock p. M, for the purpose of elect
{ ing two delegates to represent Villas
: county in the State convention. and
+" the number OF Delegates that may be
duly apportiOned to the Congressional
'aSta tie Senate and Assembly conven-
ttions, when called, and the transac-
ton OF such other business as may
come before the Convention.
The attention of the chairman of
the several town committees is called
to the fact that all the Town Caucus
: ses must be called on q nOtice of at
: least ten (lO) days.
: The Sc ver;ll towns in the county will
be entitled to representation in this
F" Convention as follows: Eagle River,
9; Minocqua, 6; Arbor Vitae, s.
BY ORDER of Republican Co. Com
mittec,
ID. E. RIORDAN, Chairman
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02
FOURTH OF JULY RATES.

On July 3 and 4, the North-W Western
Line will Sell excursion tickets ut very
low rates to points on the North IVES
tern System and Union Pacific Rail
way within 300 miles OF selling station
good returning until July 6. 1896, i'll
elusive.
Fo" tickets and full information, APP
ply to agents, Chicago & North-Wes-
tern Ry.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02

Cheap Excursion, Rates via the
NORTHWESTERN Line,
TO Buffalo, NJ Y. On account
OF the annual meeting OF the National
Educational Associa ton. excursion
tickets will he sold July and 5. good
returning until September I, 1898.
Towashingtor, .. Con- ac-
count of the National Convention of
the Y p =. G. e.. excursion tickets
will be sold July , to 6, inclusive, good
returning until July 81. 1896.
Fer tickets and full information APP
ply to agents Chicago Il Northwest
tern ~.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02
NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC
CONVENTION.

On July I, 5 and 6 the North-We>-
tern Line will sell excursion tickets
to Chicago and return at half rates
one fare for the round trip; tickets
good for return passage until July II,
1896.
For tickets and full information APP
ply toagents Chicago & North-Wes-
tern R'y.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02
Official Proceedings.
OF THE
Town Board of Supervisors.
Continued from last week J

~
EAGLE RIVER, WIS, May - 1896
Town board met on call of Clerk.
On motion the following resolution
offered by Supervisor Stewart was
unanimously adopted,
RESOLUTION No. ,.
Resolved, by the Town Board of Su.
nervisorS of the Town of Eagle River,
! Villas County, that
NJ. Sherihfe be, and he is hereby in-
structed and authorized by the Board
of Supervisors of the Town of Gag lie
River. to collect the poll tax OF said
town. and
Further Resolved, that the said M,
Scherible is hereby instructed and au-
thorized to turnpike Main street from
the court house to Wall street.
: Signed, II. Stewart.
Dated this o2ntl day Gf Mav. 1896.
On motion board adipiHntd to MAY
30. 1896
:. J A DIAMOND.
CLERK.
BY J w DIAaIOND.
80 Deputy.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02
Half Rates to milwaukee,

On account of the international con-
vention OF the Il. Y. Z. u, the North
western Lino will sell excursion tick
cts to milwaukee, and return at rate OF
one fare for the round trip. For dates
of sale and further information apply
to agents Chicago & North-West tern
R'y.
Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1896-07-02
HAY! HAY!! HAY!!!

| have a lot of both wild and tame
hay in first class condition which will
sell by the bale, ton or car load lots at
prices to suit.
JOHN GREEN
The record-union., 1896-10-18
MRS. MAUD BOOTHS MISSION,
Her Address Last Night at the CoDgre-
SatiOnal Church.
She Will Address the Folsom Con.
victs To-Day and Speak
Here Tonight.

| Owing to outside attractions the audi
ence was slow in gathering in the
Congregational Church last night to
hear Mrs. Maud B. Booth, consequently
the service did not commence until after
$50 o'clock.
| Major Blackhurst opened the meeting
and invoked divine blessing upon those
present after which Colonel H. Wein-
stock made an Introductory address,
heartily commencing Mrs. Booth and
her work.
AS soon as Mrs. Booth rose to her feet
she was made aware that the sympathy
of the audience was with her, and
throughout the meeting she was listened
to with the closest attention. Although
| weary from the excessive labors of the
| past few weeks ,and suffering from a
cold recently contracted, she neverthe-
less spoke with much freedom and made
her cause clear and plain to all present.
II have not come here to defend my
cause she said, '"for righteous cause
needs no defense, and God will vindicate
it himself. Neither have L come to dis
rupt the old organization and to over
| influence any officer or soldier to leave
it's ranks. No one can say that we have
attempted to use our influence to do this,
| but rather we have refused to do any
thing to persuade those who served
under us in the old organization to come
| to the Volunteers.
| "All who come must come as volun-
teers and for principles sake, hav-
| ing made up their own minds and de-
| cided by their own judgment and con-
viction.'
| Mrs. Booth made it very clear that the
| real issues of the case were parallel to
| those of 1776, when the tea went into
| Boston harbor, and said that herself
| and the Commander had come to the
conclusion that for the good Of the cause
| it was necessary that the government
should be a national one and in har-
mony with the spirit Of this country. For
years their judgment had been forced,
| and the autocratic administration Of
| London was so exacting that even the
conscience was fettered. The plan of or
eaTization, she said, was delineated,
showing that while possessing military
phases it is yet democratic.
| Many times during her address the
audience demonstrated its sympathy
with some point made, showing how
clearly they understood and appreciated
| the situation.
| AL LIE COucluSlOII VI Tie IHCtllHS d
number gave their names in as De-
| Tenders and thus connected them
selves as friends and sympathizers Of
the movement.
| This morning Mrs. Booth will address
| the convicts in the Folsom prison, where
extensive preparations have been made
| for the service. A Sunday evening meet
| ing had been arranged for Turner Hall,
but other arrangements have since been
made, and the meeting will be held in
the Congregational Church at o'clock.
The subject of Mrs. Booths address
will be, 1.-THE Prisoners of Our Country
Their Needs, and How to Meet Them"
After the afternoons experience in
Folsom, there will be a powerful plea
made for sympathy for the prisoners.
After the service this evening Mrs.
Booth and her Secretary will board the
Oregon train and commence their home
ward Journey
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AT THE PAVILION.
The Meeting OrganiZed-A Railroad
rlan Refutes Charges of Coercion.

Before the sounds of the approaching
procession could be heard the great
central space of the New Pavilion, which
had been selected as the place where
Mr.. Johnson would deliver his address,
began to fill up with ladies, as we'll as
those of the sterner sex
Over 1000 chairs had been placed on
the main floor, and those not reserved
for the clubs We're quickly filled
When Congressman Johnson appear
ed he was greeted with a round Of ap-
piause. He was accompanied by Sem
ator Perkins, and they took their seats
on the platform.
Presently the procession began to file
in. the bands playing lively airs. They
came in on the north side of the space
and crossed in front of the speakers
stand, cheering Mr.. Johnson as they
PASSED, and marched around the hall
marching up second time, then
l-arched down the center aisle.
Three cheers for Grove T.. Johnson
were given with a spontaneity and vim
that made the rafters ring.
The long line then broke and the
members of the clubs took their seats.
Then the Folsom club, preceded by the
Folsom band, countermarched in front
Continued on Fifth Page)
The record-union., 1896-10-18

WHEAT-In this city, October 18th
Everlyn B., youngest daughter of h l.
and Millie Wheat, a native of Sacra-
mento, aged month and 10 days.
Friends and acquaintances are respect
fully invited to attend the funeral this
Sunday afternoon from the residence of
her parents, No. 10 street, at o'clock
Interment private.
MEYER-In this city, October 10th. Her.
man, youngest son of Carl H. Meyer
(brother of Lena, Charles, Lizzie and
Gussie Meyer, and Mrs. Harry Butler
Mrs. Arthur De Costa), a native of Sac
ramento, aged 13 years, months and 8
days.
Friends and acquaintances are respect
fully invited to attend the funeral Mon
day afternoon, October 10Th from the
residence of his father, No. 1916 X street
at 4 o'clock.
RTCHARDS-Near Sheldon, October 18th,
John, husband Of Elizabeth Richards
Gather of Charles j., John l.. and Will
lam r. Richards, Mrs. Lafayette Miller
Mrs. A. 0. Milne. Mrs. +. A. Platte, Mrs
H. F. Band of Chicago, and Lizzie Viola
late wife of William A. Johnson, ma
tive of England, aged 40 years, 1 month
and Is days. Nevada City and Oakland
papers please copy)
Friends and acquaintances are respect
fully invited to attend the funeral Sun
day morning, Oct>ber 18th, at 10 o'clock
from his late residence, near Sheldon.
Interment Masonic Cemetery, Elk Grove
The record-union., 1896-10-18
500 Stitches
i'm q Glove.

1t takes 500 stitches to make a,
Foster Hook Kid Glove. 1hls'
shows that the gloves are we'll
made. Only selected skins are
used in their manufacture, the poor
parts of the skins being used for
other purposes.
Our Foster Five hook Kid
Gloves at ST so are favorites with
hundreds OF ladies, who wear them
in preference to any other make.
We have black and all shades. a
large import order from Europe
having arrived recently.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
Wonderful Scientific Discoveries.

1t has been demonstrated and actual
ly proven that the Globe is perfectly
square. That it does not revolve or
change, but remains the same always.
It's attractive powers are growing Won
derfully stronger, and everything is
swiftly coming it's way. This does not
refer to the globe we live upon but the
Globe Portrait Company. All street.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
Special
Values.

Heavy feeced- back Flannelettes
in new broche, stripes, figures and
polka dots, for wrappers, ETC., 7c.
Light and Dark Flannelettes,
including a new line of pink and
blue designs, for children night
robes, ETC., sc yard.
Heavy White Marseilles Bed
spreads. raised figures, full size.
These quilts being slightly discol-
ored accounts for the price. s. 90
each.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
Embroidery
Lessons, I7C.

Classes are TO be formed this week for
women and young people who wish in >
struction in embroidery and fine needie
work The lessons will be given afters
Moons by Mrs. L. Hummel of this city
whose skill and experience is SO well
known. II you desire TO join 1t will be
desirable to register your name in the su- I
perintendent's office, as the number who
can be accommodated is limited. For fur (
ther particulars, if desired. apply at En- 1
broidery Department !
Tickets II cents each, or three for /
so cents
The record-union., 1896-10-18
Rubber Goats.

: Mems Durable Black Coats,
epure gum on heavy drilling, s. SO.
>Heavier quality, coated on both
esides and guaranteed waterproof,
xS3 IS.
9 Black Cloth Cape Mackin-
$toshes, waterproof, So IS, s. SO
s and 81 so.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
High HonOrS.

The testimonials rendered F. de Wolfe
Hennah for his ability and skill and
the silver medal awarded him for the
quality Of material which he uses all
GO to show that he gives a service which
is only equaled by the most skillful op-
ticians in the United States. Office
hours, 9-12, 1-5. Sundays, 912. Ma
sonic Temple.
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Leather Goats.

2 Mems Black Leather Coats, oil
& tanned and lined with corduroy,
s ball and socket buttons and three
1pockets on outside. We have
ekept this make of coat sew
. eral years and know and can rec
{ commend it. Price, IS.
. A better quality coat and made
ereversible, so that either the leather
or the corduroy side may be worn
outside. Price, s. 50.
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Monday,
9: so A. M.
SPECIAL SALE
Fancy SILKS and
Dress Goods.

LOT Am odd lot of Check
and Striped Silks, 20 inches wide,
in lengths from yards to IS
yards. The price tells the story.
Sale Price, l4C.
LOT 2-One more lot Of Black
Velvets, silk faced, IS inches wide,
slightly damaged.
Sale Price, 20C.
LOT 3 = Will consist of a
broken line of Persian Plaid and
Fancy Silks, all of which were
bought to sell at much higher
price. We cannot go into detail
further than to say this item will
be an interesting one.
Sale Price, 27C.
LOT 4-One of our newest
Silks is rich ombre stripe in the
latest green and black shadings,
rich tafeta weave. This line re-
duced for this sale to
IS Cents.
LOT S - Black Satin Soliel
Cloth, plain, rich, satin weave,
very handsome for suits and skirts.
Sale Price, soc.
LOT 6-Will consist Of eight
designs in Figured Black Dress
Goods. Some of these are the
best weaves in the market.
Sale Price, 47C.
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No Reasonable Offer Refused

For a fine fruit and chicken farm of
seventeen acres, highly improved, one
mile from city limits. For full particu-
lars call on Edwin X. Alsip & Co., Real
Estate and Insurance Agents, 1918
Fourth street.
The record-union., 1896-10-18

Z The best possible way to please
z customer is to have what he
xwants and not try to persuade him
s to take something different.
Z We have so many thousands OF
3 dollars invested in Mems and
. Boys Clothing that we ought to
= have Just what every one wants.
@The size of our trade is an indica-
2 ton that such is pretty nearly the
z case.
The record-union., 1896-10-18

We have more of that live oak wood
at So per cord, and white oak at So 20
per cord. This won't last forever. AS
soon as it rains, up she goes. c. c. c.,
Granger building, Tenth and K
The record-union., 1896-10-18

Prof. Evans. the Slate-Wrfter, Here.
Professor Fred Evans, the celebrated
slate-writing medium, can be seen for
a short time at offices Is and 16, Gil
X street.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
esz % ( !I:|l, szssD

s Beginning October oath a series
SOf four Orchestral Concerts will
be given free in our stores Satur-
eday evenings. The programmes
ewill be announced day or so pre-
Gceding each concert.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
Toilet Paper.

Regular size and excellent
quality. Wire loop and 500 sheets
to package. Special price of &C
per package.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
Art Denin7S.

Really artistic patterns and col
ors in Heavy Denims for sofa pill
lows, draperies, coverings, ETC., at
25c yard.
The record-union., 1896-10-18
Fountain Pens.

A Fountain Pen for soc is quite :
out of the ordinary, yet we have {
one of hard rubber, well finished, z
that will prove as satisfactory as
some costing several times as much. :
MOTION DEPARTMENT.
Easy to have library when we$
offer over 40 choice standard and 3
popular works in cloth bindings, 5
with gilt top edges and gilt letter .
ing, for 25c. Well printed on fine {
laid paper and wonders" for the 8
price. s
K Sf 5
The record-union., 1896-10-18
DIED.

Fine CHOCOLATES. Welch BROS, eth & ]. !.
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Continued on Fifth Page.)
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1896-10-09
NOTICE.

BY order of the Board Of County
Commissioners o; Elko County, State
of Nevada, made this 9TH day OF
March, 1896, notice Is hereby given
that all persons who are charges upon
the county must come to the County
Hospital, or all claims for their sup
port will be disallowed by said Board
except in cases of extreme emergen.
cy.
Attest:
~. WEBsTER-P A1TEReok,
lDeputy County Clerk
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1896-10-09
FILE YOUR BILLS.

BY order OF tho Board Of County Commits.
sioners, Hll bills against tho County to be
before the Saturday Immediately preceding
the Monday upon which tho Board meets,
otherwise the bills will not be acted upoiI
until the next meeting Of tho BOARD.
Attest: JOHN HENDERSON.
BY W PATTERSON, Dspaty.
Deted March lNoS
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1896-10-09
Collection Agency.

Indorsed by the. Leading Firms of. the
What Isl
Tho INTERSTATE CONN ERCIAL
AND OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES.
Send your slow accounts to them Tor col
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Balance in treasury. 80. .S1O,657 SO
The above balance stands TO the
,redit of the various funds as per
rreasurer's Balance Sheet, dated
June q. 1895: