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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24
Notice of INCORPORATION.

Public notice IS hereby given that the under
signed have formed q corporation, the name OF
which Is Administration Trust and Surety com
pany, and the principal place of transacting
business is DeS Moines, Iowa.
transacted is to do general trust and probate
business, and the administration management
and settlement OF estates of decedents, persons
uuder guardianship and of insolyent estates
and to act as administrator, executor, Guardian
assignee for the benefit of creditors referee
trustee. and receive and invest and care for
trust funds, receive money on deposit to pIlr.
chase, own and sell real and personal property
to furnish bonds in suits and to act as surety in
all legal proceedings and for public officers and
private individuals employed by others or occu
pying positions OF trust, and to do all necessary
and proper things to carry ont the object and
transact the business OF the corporation The
capital stock shall be fifty thousand dollars
t$50,000) and shall be paid in at such times and
in such amounts as the directors may issue
calls therefor. The corporation shall commence
at once and continue fora period OF twenty t2O)
years and shall have the right to perpetual sue
cessipn. The affairs OF the corporation shall
be conducted by q board OF directors of not less
than two t2) nor more than nine (g) persons. to
be elected annually on the second (2d) Tuesday
OF January Of each year. The highest amount
OF indebtedness the corporation may al any
time contract shall not exceed two thirds t2 81 OF
It's capital stock. The private property of the
stockholders shall be exempt from corporate
debts NATHAN e. COFFIN
LAWRENCE NJ. BYEItS
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

SIR. John Brown and Mrs. Ewing were
married Thursday evening at the resi-
dent of The latter. There were a large
number of the friend. of the contracting
parties present to witness the ceremony,
and congratulate them. Mrs. Ewing has
resulting in this city and state since girl
hood and is admired for her kindness and
her ambition and industry. Mr.. Brown
is a new conner in the community.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

The Des Moines Leader never fail. to
send a reporter to the gatherings or meet
ings Of Afro-Anericans where there is
liable 10 be anything worthy of public
mention. Many have expressed their
appreciation OF this fact. The publication
of criminal acts and police items to the
exclusion of worthy matters is repre-
hensibIe.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

George A. Young of Detroit was in the
city several days. Heis a pleasant young
man, good conversationalist and gen
ial companion. Many hope that he will
return soon for longer visit. He left for
home Tuesday evening via. st. Louis.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Ben +. Wendell was arrested on the
alleged charge of bigamy, it being claim
ed that he has = wife in this city and an
other at Knoxville He was taken 10
Knoxville.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Mrs. Freedom McDenald entertained a
number of her lady friends in honor of
Mrs. Afford Williams of Newton. A
GOOD time was had and an excellent lunch
served.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Mash, Holt, Turner, Reeves, Woods, J.
T. and j. f. Blagburn, James and
Thomas johnson, F. Brown. The erec-
ton Of the home at Washington fer fee
Bile veterans and sx-slayes was the only
question properly before the meeting. In
the event Of the defeat Of this resolution
the question Of Wilberforce university's
claim would have been presented. At the
close Of the discussion decided vote was
given for the home. The prevailing rsso-
luton was offered by $. L. Mash and
seconded in briefspesch by r. d. Turner.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Church. announcements, society notices,
ETC., will be published free. but they must
be sent in earlier in the week. The day
of issue is not the time to bring in notices
that can be brought in earlier.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

In honor of Miss Ella Redd OF Boone
vile, Mo, Jeannette Wood entertained 4
few friends from 5 to 6 p. m. Sunday.
Those present Were the Misses Selma
Stanton, Anna Smythe, Ella Redd,
and Msssrs. Frank johnson, Arthur
Jones and Miles Taylor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

The Sewing Circle will meet next Fri
s,lay at 9. SO p. N. at the home Of Mrs. T..
Reeves and desire all members to be pres
ent. MRS. MATTIE REEVES, Pres.
MRs. MATTE WARICk. Sec.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Mt. and Mrs George stanton and FAM
@iiy are pleasantly located at 1908 Pleasant
street
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Don't miss the Royal SIX party Mon
day evening, April ~. 1t will be swell
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Frank Caldwell left Tuesday Tor Colo
RADIO Springs. Frank has become quite
tourist. He will probably make the
west his home. Hecontemplates settling
alaMn,,--of course. finish the sentence.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

There will be a meeting ct the enrolled
members Of the Manhattan club Monday
esening, April 81, at their hall Oh Fifth
street, for the purpose of organizing K.
OF p. lsgde. III. II. DAVIS.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24
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MckinIey Club.

The following names have been handed
in by citizens about the city. No canvass
has been made or meeting called for that
purpose. It is an unsolicited list. There
will be meeting called soon and an or
0anization formed. The list:
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

The clothes pin social at the A. NJ, f.
church was well attended and enjoyed.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Miss Mary Burke is sick at the home of
Mrs, George Taylor.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

A large meeting was held at the court
hause Tuesday evening in response to .
request for the opinion of tho citizens Of
this community in regard to the disposal
of $4,000, money accumulated from
Negro soldiers and sailors of the late war.
The meeting finally got down to business,
after an improbable skirmish Speeches
were made by Messrs. Lomack, Barton,
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

The following interesting program was
rendered at the First African Church Of
Christ: Opening chorus. Said Pasha;
instrumental solo, VIM. Garland; solo,
selected. Mrs. j. L. Blagburn; solo, Joe
Wyatt; address, Gov. Drake; recitation,
Miss Ida Lytls; solo. Chester johnson;
recitation, Miss Mamie Allen; music
CouItley's Mandolin orchestra; solo, j. r..
Moseley; selecting reading, l. L. William-
son; solo, Mrs. Mamie Lomack; dialogue.
Miss Lyle and Mr.. Chester Johnson;
solo, Mrs. Firman Brown. Every number
on the program was well rendered, and
elected round after round of applause.
GOV. Drake was heartily cheered and
among other things spoke OF the remarka-
BILE advancement of the Negro race; OF
the days when his father Inherited his
grandfather's slaves, which the governors
father liberated. He paid a tribute to
the immortal Frederick Douglass; OF
the culture and accomplishments OF our
Negro women; Of Negro discipline and
galIantry for the preservation ofthe union
and closed by paying tribute to Rev.
Lcmack's efforts in the Christian church,
as pastor and missionary OF the Christian
denomination.
All members Of East Side Bap-
tist church are requested to meet
at the church at 3 p. m. Sunday
(Love feast children.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Items of interest are crowded out this
week by their late arrival. They will oc-
cur next issue.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Frank Henry passed through this city
Thursday en- route from San Francisco to
Boston. He is in charge Of a boutie ear.
Frank has not been here for years and
many regret that he could not have stop
ped long enough to say show do you do"
He has been in the north, south, east and
west. and when he returns lis trends
will be entertained by MS experience.
aud the sights observed.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Mrs. Mcdonald returned from Newton
Monday, after several days visit with rela-
stiyes.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

o. F. Eberhart was called to Red Gal
10 the bedside Of his sick mother
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Tbs Clipper Drill at the East Side
BAPTIST church was financial ard social
success.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24
FRIDAY. APRIL "a, 1896.

Miss Maple Morton is quite sick at her
home. 7T9 Tenth.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Andy Stewart has rented about $50
acres Of the Brown estate and is carrying
on business tor himself, He is doing
nicely. He has some fine stock on the
place that is growing into money while
he sleeps
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Read our new advertis ments
and then Patronize the firms
who advertise with US.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Miss Bessie Stewart, assisted by Mr..
and Mrs. Stewart and Mrs. Gatewood en-
tertainetl Sunday from five to seven in
honor of Mr.. George Young Of Detroit,
Mich. The Stewart home which always
presents a cheerful aspect, was further
beautified on this occasion b, carnations
and roses. An elegant luncheon WAS
served in courses at seven O'clock. Those
present were the Misses Birney, Ruff and
Stewart and Mesdames Madden, Blag-
burn. johnson and Young.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

The H. B. $. met at the home of Mrs
Weeks. The circle was visited by Mr.. J..
J.. Thompson. of Decatur, who spoke
very eneouragingly of the work of the
club. He also spoke of organizing state
league. Program for April 80: Word
lesson, Mrs. Holt; discussion, Century Of
Painting from Magazine" led by Mrs.
cleggett Adjourned to meet with Mrs.
WiIburn, 1850 Lyon street
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

Married April q. 1896 at the home Of
the bride. Miss Belle Early to Mr.. John
Thomas Majors. Rev. Thomas johnson
officiating.
Miss Early is well and iayorably known
in this city, having resided her for several
years. She has taken an active part IN
literary and social affairs. Shc is intslll-
gent, industrious aud ambitious, and will
add incalsuabie value to the home. Mr..
Majors is a steady and industrious young
man. He j. barber by trade and is
never out Of employment at the best Of
wages. A few intimate friends were
present and witnessed the impressive cere-
mony. Mr. and Mrs. Major have the
best wishes of large number of friends.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

A minister has been suspended from ac-
tive service in this state because he loved
unwisely, some of the young girls in his
flock. He should have been expelled, uD-
conditionally. The war inaugurated by
TIE Iowa STATE BYsTANDER some time
ago is beginning 10 bear fruit. The dis
ruptables have been sent out of the state
at least and some are meeting open and
public condemnation. The good men in
the ministry, and there are many of them,
need have no fear. The hypocrite
must 60.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

1t is reported on excellent authority that
the representative from Woodbury. conn-
ty, who was employed in the cloak room
of the general assembly at this session
wa. too faeetious for man in that posi-
ton. There is certain amount of digni-
ty that belongs to every man and every
position. 1t does not appear that this
chosen representative maintained either
one or the other. He is reported to have
been anxious and willing TO dance, if any
one of the members would come into the
clock room and pat" Such actions al
ways bring nnfavorable criticism and
drive away the respect of those who look
on and seemingly enjoy it.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

as high respect as the two will combined.
II the Young men would attend meetings,
political aud otherwise, and become active
members, great good could be accom-
piishsd Tor themselves and for posterity
If they will interest themselves they
might be able to secure good positions
and greatly and the ambitious and intelli-
gent young ladies in obtaining positions
commensurate with ability. The lack OF
unity has been the destruction OF good Of
forts in this state. 1t strong drink inter-
ieres With progress stop it; If dancing.
stop it; if gambling, stop it; laziness,
stoplt. any thing in,erfsres with the
onward and upward march. stop it at
once.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

A very few irresponsible colorsd men
have organized an A. z, A. in this city.
They will have a separate lodge and be
visited by the whites and told what 10 do
in time OF action. We say without fear
that no honest Afro-American who has
read the history Of the country and is
posted OIL current events will ever be
found in such an organization. These
men will regret their ill-adyised action.
They are making enemies of the majority
of the good and law abiding people of
this community. Thsy have been called
on at the eleventh hour to join the order.
1t is well known fact the Afro-Ameri
cans stood as one man in the city contest.
and thi. fact alone has caused the A. P. A
to bow its high head and ask the aid Of
the fro-Ameriean voters in its nelarious
designs,
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24
WILLIAMSON & FOSTER,
ATTORNEYS AT LAW

Special attention given to collec-
tons. Room over 211 w. Fourth
street, Hawkeye Insurance Bldg
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1896-04-24

A ceiored lunch wagon man in the city
is so fresh that salt has no effect on him.
Beside. being fresh be is insulting and
impudent. He has been in the habit Of
passing s,anwix hall and making faces
and grimaces at the wife of the pro-
prielor. This he continued to do for
some time. The husband became vexed
over the action Of this fresh individual.
Recently the husband attempted TO capture
the fresh man, but was notswilt enough
on foot, so he fired off his revolver once
or twice The Trash man was simply
running, but after the discharge Of the re-
voIver he flew" Ths dust and debris
arose so thick IN his wake that he was in
visible. 1t is what such men deserve. If
they have no respect for themselves, make
them have respect for others.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
She Suicided For Love.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla, March 2l.-
Miss Alice Smith, a pretty lS-year-
old girl, committed suicide at 10
o'clock yesterday morning by
shooting herself through the heart.
The tragedy occurred at the home
of the girls mother in Springfield,
a Jacksonville suburb. Miss Alice
was alone in her room when Mrs.
Smith, who was on the front porch,
heard pistol shot. Rushing into
Alice's room, the mother found her
daughter on the floor dying. The
bullet entered about an inch below
the left nipple, and death was
almost instantaneous. On the
dresser, Mrs. Smith found the fol-
lowing note:
al must die to end my suffer
ings. ALICE"
Twice before the girl had made
attempts on her life by taking
chloroform. 1t is limited that her
desire for death was due to love
affair.
The pistol used by the girl had
belonged to her father who was
accidentally killed last fall while
attending the Atlanta exposition.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21

F. Kalteyer Il Son, c. Camp
bell and j. Clavin, druggists, San
Antonio, Texas, desire us to pub
lish the following extract from a
letter of Chas, NJ. Gutfeld, of Reed
ley, Fresno Co., CAL, as they ham
die the remedy referred to and
want their customers to know
what a splendid medicine it is:
"It is with pleasure 1 tell you
that by one days use Of Chamber.
lain's Cough remedy 1 was relieved
of very severe cold. My head
was completely stopped up and ]
could not sleep at night. l can
recommend this remedy" A cold
nearly always starts in the head
and afterward extends to the
throat and lungs. By using this
remedy freely as soon as the cold
has been contracted it will cure the
cold at once and prevent it from
extending to the lungs. If
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
BALLARD's SNOW L1N1MENr.

This invaluable remedy is one
that ought to be in every house
hold. 1t will cure your Rheuma-
tism, Neuralgia, Sprains, Cuts,
Bruises, Burns, Frosted Feet and
Ears, Sore Throat and Sore Chest.
II you have Lame Back it will cure
it. 1t penetrates to the seat Of the
disease. 1t will cure Stiff Joints
and contracted muscles after all
other remedies have failed. Those
who have been crippled for years
have used Billiards. Snow Lini-
ment and thrown away their
crutches and been able to walk as
we'll as ever. 1t will cure you.
Price so cents.
Sold by Kslteyer & Schuchard,
A. Dreiss, F. Kalteyer & Son, and
James Clsvin, druggists, San An
tonic, Texas.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21

The exposure to all sorts and
conditions Of weather that a lum-
herman is called upon to endure in
the camps often produces severe
colds, which, II not promptly
checked, result in congestion or
pneumonia. Mr.. J. o. Davenport,
ex.manager OF the Fort Bragg Red
wood Co., an immense institution
at Fort Bragg Cal, says they sell
large quantities of Chsmberlain's
Cough Remedy, at the company's
store and that he has himself used
this remedy for a severe cold and
obtained immediate relief. This
medicine prevents any tendency OF
q cold toward pneumonia and in
sures a prompt recovery. For sale
by F. Kalteyer, G. Campbell and j.
Clavin, druggists.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
CITY LOCAL NEWS.

-Gurnev CIeanable Refrigerators.
Lightning and Blizzard FreezerS,
Jewel Stoves and Ranges,
Gus. A. BONNET, PIT w. Commerce St.
Branch Store, 2lO E. Houston street.
35tf
PAPER NOvELs-2000 titles.
Best authors, 5O0-50s reduced to
25S. Stop on your way to post
Office. Louis book store, 52l f.
Houston street. So I'm
The Y. NJ. C. A. Juniors took
an outing to the Alamo Heights
today.
-Dairymen and bakers should
use our waterproof milk and bread
tickets. Best on earth.
LIGHT JOB DEPARTMENT.
-Photographs-Bring your tick.
cts from any gallery in the city to
Galloway and get one dozen of his
$500 photos for $3.50 3 6 If
GOLD CROWN and bridge work
only So per tooth. DIR. TINKHAM,
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Furrier, 213 South Alamo st. 3m
Buy your office fixtures of US
Oak roll-top desks from SIS up.
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San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
Justice Harlan Querried.

WASHINGTON, D. c. March co.
Associate Justice Harlan, Of the
supreme court of the United States,
who is one of the faculty of Column
blan university, was delivering one
Of his regular lectures before the
students of the law school last
night. Upon mounting the rostrum
the justice found the following
written question lying on his desk t:
"What is the effect of a concurrent
resolution passed by both houses of
congress; and whether it is required
that it shall receive the signature
Of the president before becoming
operative"
The justice read the question
and then declined to answer it, re-
marking that it was too nearly con-
nected with certain political queS.
tiors now being agitated.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
WHAT IS A GUARANTEES.

1t is this. IL you have a cough
or cold, a tickling in the throat,
which keeps you constantly cough
ing or II you are afflicted with any
Chest, Throat or Lung trouble,
Whooping Cough, &C., and you use
Billiards. Horehound Syrup as d.
rected, giving it fair trial, and no
benefit is experienced, we authorize
our advertised agent to refund your
money on return Of bottle. 1t never
fails to give satisfaction. 1t
promptly relieves bronchitis.
Sold by Kalteyer & Schuchard,
A. Dreiss, F. Kalteyer & Son and
James Clavin, druggists, San An
tonic, Texas.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
A SOUND LIVER MAKES A WELL
MAN

Are you Bilious, Constipated or
troubled with Jaundice, Sick Head
ache, Bad Taste in Mouth, Foul
Breath, Coated Tongue, Dyspepsia,
Indigestion, Hot Dry Skin, Pain in
Back and between the Shoulders,
Chills and Fever, etc II you have
any of these symptoms, your Liver
is out of order, and your blood is
slowly being poisoned, because
your Liver does not act properly.
HERBINE will cure any disorder of
the Liver, Stomach or Bowels. 1t
has no equal as a Liver Medicine,
Price IS cents.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
An Embezzler Surrenders.

CHARLOTTE, N. c., March 90
A special to the Observer from
Salisbury says that Frank M. r.
win, of Houston, Tex, gave him
self up to the police, claiming to
have embezzled funds of the Hous-
ton, Ennis and Western Texas
railroad there, of which he was
chief clerk. He is just returning
from trip to California, London,
New York and other points.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
THE CHEAPEST POWER

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Started in three minutes, after
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all about it.
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Daily LIGHT Office
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
HOOd'S pills are tasteless, mild. etie'
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INTEND TO WIN,

Democrats Will Use Their Influence To
Elect a Republican Congressman,
Major B. l.. Crouch arrived in
the city yesterday afternoon from
Rockport, where he attended the
eleventh district republican con-
gressional convention. AS to
whether or not Colonel Brewster
will accept the nomination, Major
Crouch was unable to say. Major
Crouch said he visited over third
of the counties composing the dis
trict, and reports the sentiment
strongly in favor of protective
tariff. He said that the people of
the east end of the district feel as
sured that the colored vote polled
will strictly favor the party.
al have met a number OF promi-
nent democrats OF Wilson, Live
Oak and Bee counties, and they
say that they will not only vote
for the republican candidate, but
will use their influance to elect
him." said Major Crouch. eve
intend to win the election"
Major Crouch said the conven-
ton at Rockport was a harmoni-
Gus one. He said that Colonel
Brewster was given until 6 o'clock
Monday evening in which to make
business arrangements to admit Of
his acceptance Of the nomination.
He left for his home in Pearsall
this morning.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
officers Elected,

The Ignacio Zsragoza society
has elected the following officers
for the ensuing year:
Indalecio Cauamar, president /;
Juan Alvarado, vice-president {;
Ignacio Alameda, secretary; Juan
r. CARA, treasurer; Jose Baldez,
collector.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1896-03-21
FREE COLUMN
In the Sunday Morning Light

Persons wanting situations as clerks, Ia
borers, or other employment, are invited to
use our Sunday morning issue FREE of charge,
space allowed twelve to fifteen words; copy
to be handed in not later than Saturday even
ing, 8 o'clock. Notices of Lost, Wants, Found,
For Sale, etc., charged at rate OF one cent a
word. Other business notices in this column
% cents for three lines each insertion