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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10
Responsive Both tosHarsh and Sweet
Sounds

The nerves are often painfully acute When
this is the case, the best thing to be done is
to seek the tonic and tranquiliizing assist
ance of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, a
dupeeD herVihe NO less beneficial is 1t for
poWel and kidney complaints. Use with
persistent regularity. Wineglassful be-
Tore retiring cOnfers sleep.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

at is next to impossible to send a rich
and influential man to prison, as you
well know said the Anarchistic gentle
man to the judge. why don't you
make an example of some Of them?"
Il don't mind telling you in conf
dence," said the judge, that that is the
very thing we are afraid of. If a few
society leaders were sent to jail there is
great danger that getting into prison
would become a fad" -Cincinnati En-
guirer.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

The diamonds in one symbol of the
late Shah's rank are said to weigh near
ly twenty pounds. There is also a jew
eled saber, valued at $1,600,000. An
other thing that the Shah priced was
silver vase ornamented with 100 emer-
aids, whose equal, it is said, is not to
be found in tie world
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

The new Shah, who is 43 years of
age, is popular. He is the second son of
the late Shah. His elder brother was
disinherited some years ago
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

The Sultan of Morocco keeps a large
number of live lions about his prem
Uses, and in the evening these animals
are let loose III the courtyards of the pal
ace to act as guards to the royal harem.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Ladies Stock Bows, Band Ties, in
black and all colors; easily mailed, at
Zoe each. Styles guaranteed correct.
ESPENHAIN DRY GOODS CO.,
Milwaukee, Wis
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

A stimulant is often needed to nourish
and strengthen the roots and to keep
the hair natural color. Halls Hair
ReneWer is the best tonic for the nair.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Buy 81 worth Dabbns Floating Borax Soap Of your
grocer send wrappers to Dobbins Soap Mfg Co, Phil
adephia Pa. They will send YOU free of charge post
paid. Worcester Pocket Dictionary 2oS pages, cloth
bound profusely illustrated Offer good till Aug only
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

He-"Which did you like best of my
verses" She-''Why, the one on the
first page" He-'Let me see. Which
one was that" She-'Don't you remem-
Der? The one in quotation marks
Harlem Life.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Fits.-All Fits stopped free by Dr.. Kline's
Great Nerve Kestorer. No Fits after the
FIRST days use. Marvellous cures. Treatise
and $500 trial bottle free to Fit cases Send
to DR.. Kline. 931 Arch ST.. Philadelphia, Pa
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

why. you're a new man-they've
shaved you out of all recognition"
"Ye-e-he, he-es, the first time looked
in the. glass | only knew myself by my
voice."-LOndon Judy.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Sir Henry Parkes would not be
called premier" when he was in office;
he insisted on being called prime min
ister," because it was more British.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

But what has become of Jack, your
little white dog?'
This is Jack. AS l am in deep
mourning [ had him colored black It's
more in keeping."-Le Journal Amusant.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Lord Salisbury from boyhood was
known in his domestic circle by his Sec
ond name, Arthur.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10
You were never married. I believer"

You were never married, I believer
No: | was never married"
That's singular, isn't it,
mo: not at all. You see, the first time
| fell in love | said to myself, III mar
ry her or none
'Why didn't you marry her. them
"Well, you see, after l had become
better acquainted with her, l said to
myself, III marry none rather than her.
Since that I've got along very well with
none. Texas Sitter.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Tourist parties of lady cyclists are
to be a feature of the English high
ways this summer
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Ladies Milne Gold Belts, Plain and
Enameled Buckles, at 25c each Enam-
eled Shirt Waist Sets in Turquois.
Hello, Pink and White, at 19c set Send
for spring and summer Illustrated cata-
logue.
ESPENfIAIN DRY GOODS CO..
Milwaukee, Wis
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

believe Piso's Cure is the only medi-
cine that will cure consumption.-Anna
NJ. Ross, Williamsport, Pa, Nov. II. '95.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

L may be poor, madam said the
tramp proudly, but / have an honorable
war record | was among the missing
at the battle of Bull Run. "-Commercial
Advertiser
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10
INVOLVED IN OBSCURITY.
Origin of the Custom of a Wife's Assam
ing the Name of Her Husband

Origin of the Custom of a Wife's Assum-
ing the Name of Her Husband.
The practice of the wife assuming the
husbands name at marriage. according
to DIR. Brewer, originated from a Roman
custom. and became the common custom
after the Roman occupation. Thus, Ju-
liza and Octavia, married to Pompey and
Cicero, were called by the Romans Julia
of Pompey, Octavia of Cicero, and in Ia
ter times married women in most Euro
pean countries signed their names in the
same manner, but omitted the of
Against this view it may be mentioned
that during the Sixteenth and even at
the beginning of the Seventeenth CEN
fury, the usage seems doubtful, since we
find Catharine Parr so signing herself
after she had been twice married, and
we always hear of Lady Jane Grey
mourn, etc. Some persons think that the
custom originated from the Scriptural
teaching that husband and wife are one.
This was the rule SO far back as Brae-
ton died 1868, and it was decided in
the case of Bon versus Smith, in the
reign. of Elizabeth, that a woman by
marriage loses her former name and le-
gally receives the name of her husband
Altogether, the custom is involved in
much Observation-Disclosures Lodged.
The Story of the Lost Ring.
Al. Rhoton, one of Messy Creeks best
known citizens. had a funny experience
few days since. Last winter Mr.
Rhoton was on pond on George Tim
mons place, enjoying himself upon the
ice. He went beyond the red flag. and
the. ice broke, and Mr. Rhoton got quite
a ducking, at the same time losing a
valuable gold ring in the scramble Last
Wednesday he went bathing in the same
pond, and, diving in the pond, he ran
his hand IN the mud. and came out with
the ring upon his little finger. This is a
strange story, but true. = Knoxville
CTenn.) Sentinel
Hard bread or biscuit, is to be no
more an article of diet in the French
navy, but fresh bread is to be regularly
supplied, and ships not lying in port viii
make it for themselves.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Mrs. WinsiOw's SOOTHING SYRUP for chill
dren teethlng, softens the gums. reduces infam-
nation. lavs pain. cures wind collie 25c a bottle
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Halls Catarrh Cure
Is constitutional cure. Price 75 cents.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

John W. Mackay, millionaire, is a
native of Dublin.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Merchant-"Y say you are an or
phan.'
Applicant for Position-"Yes; 1 haven't
a living relative
Merchant-'WeI, I'll take you. [
ought to get lot of work out of you
during the baseball season. '-Philadel-
Dhia Record
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Jerry Ludington, known as the HUI
ron county ossifed man, has died at his
home in Verona township. For five
years he has been in bed unable to move
any of his limbs. except one arm. He
was quite an old man and his case has
attra cted considerable attention en- the
part Of the medical fraternity.
Sims Reeves first sang in public in
the village choir ut North Cray, Kent.
Eng The clever actor w. S. Penley.
was formerly q choir boy at the Savoy
chapel.
Ladies Bicycle Suits, GeHtlemcn's
Swea tiers, Bicycle Hose, Leggins, etc.
Popular Prices always. A postal with
your name and address will bring you
our new Illustrated catalogue
ESPENHAIN DRY GOODS CO.
Milwaukee, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Bacon-'I see they've put a sounding
board back of the minister's pulpit
What do you suppose that's for?"
Egbert-"Why, it is to throw out the
sound"
Gracious. If you threw out the
sound there wouldn't be anything left
in the sermonr'-Yonkers Statesman
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10
The Story of the Lost Ring.

Hard bread or biscuit, is to be no
more an article of diet in the French
navy, but fresh bread is to be regularly
supplied, and ships not lying in port will
make it for themselves.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

REN&gNM John w. nEoRR1s,
1EV&SESaEW Washington. ID. G..
- Successfully Prosecutes Claims.
Is Late Principal Examiner US Pension Bureau.
3yrsi last l5adjudicang claims, atty since.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Prison Superintendent suppose that
you will go direct to your family?''
Released Convict-"Certainl but I'll
first have to steal something for the chill
dren. '-Fliegende Blaetter.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Miss Gushington-''H did you feel
when you found that the ship would
surely go down in ten minutes?''
Captain Salted-''I felt fer a life-pre-
erver.'-Melbourn Times.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

modest little maid on the back seat held
UP her hand ''Oh, Mary We'll, where
is your hearth In the north central
part, ma am answered Mary-New
York Press.
Precocious Arthur-"You needn't
shake your pocketbook at me Aunt
Clara. I know what it is filed with
You can't dazzle me with your wealth. :"
Aunt Clara-"You impairment boy!
What is there in it them" Precocious
Arthur-"Oh, a 5-cent piece, four pen
MES, two cards, a glove buttoner, 4
nail file and several other worthless ar
ticles, with handkerchief and a love
letter from your darling George. New
York Ledger.
Miss Gushington-''How did you feel
when you found that the ship would
surely go down in ten minutes?'
Captain Salted-'I felt fer Iife-pre-
server. '-Melbourne Times.
John T. Morse, Jr., appends at the
end of his first volume of Life and Let
tiers of Oliver Wendell Holmes a dozen
or more anecdotes, some of which we
quote:
book called Burns and the Kirk" had
from him a note of thanks, i'll which he
said: Il find II full of interest, for it
treats question which has long puzzled
me: How strait-laced Scotland could
clasp her national poet to her bosom
without breaking her stays
A gentleman of the Jewish faith one
day sent to the doctor some wine from
Jerusalem. The note of thanks was:
Wine received. Strong as Samson.
Sweet as Delilah."
Walking down Beacon street one day.
a physician told Holmes of an amusing
marriage, Il ''lovematch,' which had oc
CURED in his family. wherein the bride
was SO years old and the groom trihe
younger. The doctor was greatly
amused Coming to his house. he walked
slowly up the steps, then suddenly turn
ing, running down. and. calling after his
companion, he said: ''Of course they
didn't have any children but, tell me,
did they have any grandchildren?
Mr.. Howells, early in his career, in
PRODUCED himself to Mr.. Lowell; and,
thereupon, Mr.. Lowell took him into
town to call on DR.. Holmes The hand
shakings being completed, the doctor
turned to Mr.. Lowell and said: ''Well.
James, this is something like the apos-
tolic succession; this is the laying Oh Of
hands,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

A convenience designed for country
houses, where no ice is 10 be had, is a
large covered pail lined with charcoal
In this pail, if kept in a cool place, water
is said to remain as fresh and cool as if
just taken from the well.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

In certain school some of the classes
are deep in the study of physiology.
They seem TO take a great interest in
it, and are disposed to be painfully ac-
curate about their answers to questions
The other day review was in order
(Which of you children" asked the
teacher, ''can tell me in what part of
your body your heart is situated? A
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Customer-"Why do you always re-
late those horrid robber stories and 9TH
err uncanny adventures when you are
cutting ones hair?''
Because they make peo-
pies hair stand on end, and it is thus
much easier to cut
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

On the Ms plantation in Missis-
sippi lives an old before the war; darky,
known no other home and is a character
Visitors to the plantation always go to
her cabin, and to their question How
are you this morning, Aunt Chris 2"
never fail to receive the following re-
ply: 'Well, honey. I'm kinder oncompli-
Gated. De superfuity of de mornin' done
taken de vivosity outen de air and left
me de consequence Oh comprehension >
Rarper's Magazine.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Bobbie-"Papa, what is 'delicates-
sen?''
Mr.. Ferry-'It means delicate eating.
such as limburger, picked herring and
the like. Cincinnati Enquirer.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Ripans TabuIes sold by druggists. by mail it
the price $50 cents box is The Rpans Chern-
cal Company No. 10 Spruce Street. New York. Sample
vial, 10 cents
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Mrs. Forefat-''This being so poor is
terrible, isn't it?'' Mrs. Topfore-'In
deed. it is. If we could only afford it, l
would have nervous prostration tomor-
row. Truth.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10
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Binder Irvine !;
HI. N. u No "a.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Her Admirer-"Well, Reggie! How's
your sisters cold. ell - Her Little
Brother-"Oh that's all right. But she's
got jolly big corn. "-Moonshine.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

The giraffe has tongue eighteen
inches long. What a mercy it is for the
gentlemen CRATES that the lady CRATES
do not understand how to talk-Commer-
cial Advertiser.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

posal of marriage. The proposal came
by mail. When Mr.. Depew tore open
the envelope a huge mass of vari-col-
ored ribbons tumbled out. The ribbons,
tied in bows, were attached to the edge
of the sheet of writing paper. The pic
ture of a rather prepossessing young
woman also tumbled out At the head
of the slip of paper was the introductory
phrase: Leap year." Below was the
following.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1896-06-10

Mistress-'Now, Sarah, l want you to
be very careful about breaking this vase
1t cost a great deal of money, and l
would hate to have it carelessly broken
the first thing
Sarah three days later)-''There's
your vase, a'am, and l couldn't have
broke it more carefully if I'd tried for
month. detroit Free Press.
Evening star., 1896-08-04

an ever made up his mind to be notified in
this city. When he gets up to speak, they
say, three courses will be open to him. He
can make rabid address, all about the
money kings of England, and the white
slaves, and the gold cross and the crown
of thorns; he can confine himself to "a
straightout argument for silver; or he can
be absolutely conciliatory and give some in
timation that if elected, he will pursue
conservative and cautious course. With
out attempting to predict which of the
three courses he will chose, it Is easy to see
the danger which lies in each
If he makes a rabid speech his hearers
will, for the most part, go away disgusted,
for they are not used to that sort OF thing,
and 1t has no attractions for them. If he
attempts mere argument, he will fail to be
interesting, for all Of the arguments, 10th
his and those of other silver men who ere
better thinkers than he is, have been gone
over here too widely and too frequently
to render it possible for him to say any
thing new on the subject.
If he attempts to be conciliatory and
gives pledges of conservatism that would
be satisfactory enough here, and might
possibly win him some support from the
now doubtful ones, what effect would it
have on the rag-tag and bob-tail whose solid
support in other localities he must have in
his campaign and on election day? At best
his position will be hard one, and it is.
therefore, hard to see what advantage he
thought he would gain by coming here. 1t
is generally expected by the gold standard
people, and to some extent feared by Bry-
ans supporters, that the Madison Square
meeting will fall fiat If it is true, as re-
ported, that Mr.. Bland Is to come here
with Bryan and is to speak at the meeting,
there Is thought to be all the more reason
for the above opinion.
There is little talk yet about the prob
able action Of the democratic state con-
vention to be held at Buffalo. Such opin-
ions as are given, however. indicate that it
will most likely indorse Bryan and Sewall
without mentioning the platform in any
way, in imitation of Tammany. Every
body is waiting to hear what Senator Hill
has to say. but he seems in no hurry to say
it. A few political observers are wonder
ing if, possibly, he may not follow the ex-
ample of Chairman Harrity of Pennsy1-
vania and ex-Representative John e. Rus
sell in Massachusetts and announce his re-
tirement from politics, but this is hardly
to be expected.
Evening star., 1896-08-04
Played Seven Eleven.

Less than a month ago the great Chris
tian Endeavor convention held its services
on the White Lot. Last night a couple of
colored boys, Arthur Stepney and Charles
Scott, selected the spot where Tent Willis
ton recently stood as a good place for
game of crap. They were deep in the
mysteries of seven eleven" when they
were corralled by a couple of bicycle po-
lie emen who were riding around the
ellipse in the hope of rounding up a few
soorohers. They tried to convince Justice
Scott this morning that he didn't know the
difference between a pair of bones and
pool table, but it wouldn't do, and the boys
were fined IS each.
Evening star., 1896-08-04
THE STATUS OF SIMS.
He VIII Not Ride If He fs to be
ClRssed us n PrOfessiOnuI

The track days of W. Fred Sims the
speedy local racer. are about over If Chair
man Gideon of the racing board of the
League of American Wheelmen can check
him. 1t seems as though the chairman of
the board has had an especial dislfkng to
the Washington boy and evidenced his dis
Ike upon n number of occasions The cul-
mination of the whole matter is a letter
which was received this morning by Sims.
which reads as follows:
Your further appearance upon the track
as an amateur will Immediately lead to
your suspension and investigation by the
racing board, under the clause of the l.. A.
w constitution which provides that racing
men IN the employ of cycle establishments
may be transferred to the professional
class by vote of the board. If it is your
intention to race on the track other than
as d professional, 1t Is in order for Won to
make statement as to the conditions un-
der which you are employed, and giving the
reasons why you should be- permitted to
ride as an amateur.
"On receipt of such statement If will be
submitted to the board for Its constdera-
tion."
Sims mailed reply Immediately 20 the
status, regretting the fact that the busi-
less which he has been following for the
past seven years is connected with cycling
agencies. He stated that ne would not ride
as professional. the class being distaste-
1ul to him. He announced his willingness
to furnish an affidavit that his employer
was not aiding or assisting him In racing,
but, on the contrary, was endeavoring to
throw obstacles in his way. Whether or
not the letter will have any effect remains
to be seen. though 1t is hardly probable
that any change will be made
In case the decision Is carried out Sims
VIII not ride on the track He has entered
Ior the races Of the Arlington Wheelmen
on august p, but will withdraw IL there Is
any possibility Of his being thrown in the
proiessional class. He has taken to boat
Ing. and If he cannot follow cycIinp viii
Nne. o ~H""''e
Evening star., 1896-08-04
Marriaue Licenses.

Marriage licences have been issued to the
following: White-John Corbin and Jennie
Corbin. both of Culpeper county,Va. Thos.
N. Hughes and Blanche c. Beall; John E.
Hays of Allegheny City, Pa: and Merrel
Timmons of this city; George w. Blum
dell of Sterling. Va, and Emma Mitchell
Of Gordcnsville, Va.
Colored-Fred Primrose and Ellen O.
Williams; William w. Thompson of this
city and Mamie McGroyun OF Rappahan-
mock county, Va; Charles Brown and Lu-
lu Redick.
Evening star., 1896-08-04

ing the past twelve days the maximum
temperature at Little Rock has been 100
degrees on seven days, 1O2 degrees on four
days and 1O4 degrees on one day.
The weather is generally clear this morn
Ing, except in the upper lake region. and
thence westward to Montana, where show
ers are reported. Local thunder storms oc-
CURED during the night In Georgia. Arkan-
sas and North Carolina.
The Indications are that warm and gen.
orally fair weather will continue from New
England southwestward to the gulf states.
The following heavy precipitation dn
During the past twenty-four hours
Charleston, 1.22; St. Matthew'S, SC, LA;
Atlanta, 1.O6; Green Bay, 1.4O; St. Paul,
LES; St. Johns, 1.3O.
Condition of the Water
Temperature and condition of water at 8
am: Great Falls, temperature, 70; condi-
ton. 5; receiving reservoir, temperature, 81
at south connection, II; distributing reser-
voir, temperature. -; condition at infiuent
gate house, -; effiuent gate house, -.
Tide Table.
Today-Low tide, 10 am and 10 p.m.;
high tide. 3:12 am. and 3:35 pm.
Tomorrow-LoW tide, 10 Sc a m and IL .O2
pm; high tide, am. and 4:34 pm.
The Sun and Moon.
Sun rises, 5:O4; sun sets. 7Os Moon
rises, l2:ol al
The City Lights.
Gas lamps all lighted by S:O6 pm; extin
gushing begun at 4:1S am. The lighting
is begun one hour before the time named.
Arc lamps lighted at pm; extinguished
at ABS.
Range of the Thermometer
The following we're the readings Of the
thermometer at the weather bureau today
am, "A; 2 pm, 50; maximum, 81; min
imum, "A.
Evening star., 1896-08-04
The Money of the United States.

This is the title of one Of the chapters Of
The Evening Star Almanac, which latter
contains, in addition to other valuable in
formation. complete tabular statistics Of
all political matters. 1t includes tables Of
state, congressional and presidential votes
Persons interested in politics will find this
almanac Of invaluable aid. Csc. per copy.
Evening star., 1896-08-04
Michigan Naval Militia

In his annual report upon the exercises
of the Michigan naval militia, first and
third divisions, at Mackinac Island, Lake
Huron, Lieut.. Commander Lentze of the
U. s. s. Michigan says that the duties of
the Michigan divisions, and especially that
of Detroit, were performed with such zeal
intelligence and earnestness that they
should be highly commended.