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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-11-08
AMERICAN HARDWOODS IN EUROPE.
From Garden and Forest.

The demand for American hardwoods In Europe
Is growing and oak leads the foreign shipments.
although tulip poplar. ash. gum and black walnut.
whenever good quality can be secured are IN
some demand European consumers like the quail
~ of American oak, and. since 1t is known to De
plentiful here II will probably be I'm increasing de-
mand. Cottonwood has been shipped to Germany
In considerable quantities. where cheap wood Is re-
quired for furniture and other Much or TINS
lumber is forwarded from New-Orleans and since
n great part Of the oak. ash. poplar, cottonwood
and other timbers demanded by the foreign mar
that lumber for foreign markets will be largely
shipped In future from the Gulf ports. In speaking
OF this matter. THE Northwestern Lumberman
says that the European market requires lumber cut
Of exact thickness, and OF accurate length trimmed
so as to have the butts square and true space Ior
piling In the yards Of the Old World Is an object SO
that random uneven lengths are Objectionable and.
since the foreign buyer insists that he shall have
just what he bargains for quality should be strictly
attended 10.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-11-08
most UNIQUE" INDEED.

From The Florida Times Union
Chief Of Police Keefe has in his possession proba-
bly, the most unique weapon ever seen In the city OF
jacksonville. IL Is combination double bal rel,eJ
pistol and bowie. and was used In Missouri by a
Regulator when that State going through
the throes Of the pro and anti slavery discussion
The blade OF the bowie Is about twelve inches
long. and protrudes from hilt between two small
pistol barrels each about six inches long The hilt
and the hammers are one and the same. When
the hilt Is cooked into position, two triggers con-
ceaed in the stock, come FORTH and then the wean-
on is ready for business. with both barrels and
twelve inches Of cold steel
A number OF men. II Is said, belonging TO one or
ganization in Missouri were armed with these
weapons. which were secured direct from Paris.
This one In particular seems 70 be almost new.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-11-08
MODERN FURNITURE.
HOW IT REVEALS ITS OWNER.

THE WISDOM OF BUYING ONLY SUCH FURNITURE
AS is NEcEssARY-THE VARIOUS BEAUTIFUL
KINDS OF FURNITURE-THE COMMON
EST FAULT IN MODERN WORK.
From The Magazine of Art
The furniture OF living room Is such patent evi-
dence for against its owner that the iEdereiicc
with which II Is sometimes treated Is matter lol
reflection 1t Is not question or money Ior pau.
rush chair will tell of refinement quite as wen as
the rarest Spanish leather II Is question OF VIII.
the owner thinks beautiful and desirable You my
take I'm at glance his habits OF life; suggestions U.
his belongings and antecedents. OF all the many
streams Of thought and circumstance tnat NEE u,
his Individuality flash upon you from these silent
witnesses In the dainty inlaid cabinet ana the tor
tose-shel frame there is evidence OF the @
taste of the scholar ard the artist; ana again III e
ponderous gilt mirror and the false INES OF !ne
sofa sinuous and unreasonable az the pains VI tt
villa garden there Is proof positive OF Imperfect
scnsibllity Of a certain callousness when results
from a poorly gifted nature. The power OF uess'i
and the skill of workmanship necessary 10 MAKE
really beautiful furniture is rare but hardly less
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Mrs. Houghton Duncan died this morn-
ing at IL o'clock at her home in the
Jacka block, Fifth street, Red Jacket,
after an illness Of some months durat ton
although she had been only confined to
her bed for alb i6t three weeks; her death
was hourly expected for the past few
days. She was a sufferer from Bright's
disease and death was a relief from
earthly pain.
The late Mrs. Duncan was born In Corn.
wall, England, and was 40 years of age
on the 4th ofNovember last. She came
to this country when very young and
was brought up in Keweenaw county.
where she was married to HouQhton
Duncan, formerly foreman In Hodges
foundry nc the Ripley. Mr.. Duncan
passed awe. six years ago after which
Mrs. Dun"an removed to Cheyenne, wyo.,
where slr lived with daughter two
years and hen ret urned TO Lake Super
ior and resided year In Lake Linden
and has lived here for the past three
with her daughter, Miss Maud Duncan.
who teaches school. She leaves a large
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
RESOLUTIONS or RESPECT.

At a meeting OF Red Jacket Lodge. No.
367, Brotherhood OF Railroad Trainmen.
the following preambles and resolutions
were unanimously adopted to the men,
DRY of our lamented brother. Jerry Don
ahue, member OF l.. l.. Hood Lodge, No.
10, Brotherhood OF Railroad Trainmen,
who died on February 20. 1896. from the
effects OF injuries received near Chassell
on the night OF February, 1896, while in
the discharge OF his duties:
WHEREAS, 1t has pleased Almighty God In
His wisdom 10 remove from this mundane
sphere our beloved brother. Jerry Donahue;
WHEREAS. This lodge expresses its feelings
OF sincere regret at the sudden taking away OF
Brother Donahue. who although not one OF
it's members. was faithful worker for the
good of the organization and therefore be IL
RESOLVED. That we tender TO his bereaved
parent our profound sympathy In this her
hour of grief. caused by the loss OF a loving
son, and commend her TO the care of the Di.
vine Father;
RESOLVED. That a copy of the preambles
and resolutions be sent 10 the family OF the
deceased; a copy to l.. L. Hood Lodge; that a
copy be spread on the minutes OF this lodge.
and that they be printed IN the Copper Coun-
try Evening News. STEPHEN COOKING,
,.. -.st... 4. Secretary.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
High school Items.
[Edited by Edwin Reeder. ,as.

Edited by Edwin Reeder, 'esI
The system OF debarring the boys and
girls who have made failures and have
not made them up, from going to manu-
al training and physical culture respec-
lively, is acting as lever on the pupils
and records will probably be higher this
month than before.
A pair OF alligators were on exhibition
in the high school on Monday. ,.
The subject OF the debate on Tuesday
morning was, Resolved, That the Ma
tionai Capital Should Not Be Removed
From Washington to Chicago" The
affirmative was defended by Edwin Reed
er aud Nina Streeter and the negative by
Matthew Sembla and Arthur Penhalle.
gon. The decision OF the judges was in
favor OF the affirmative. =,
The debate on Wednesday morning
was on the subject, Resolved, That Cal
uu,st High School Should Have a Well
Equipped Gymnasium" Mabel Foley
and Mary Sulor argued the affirmative
and Fred Guck and Otto .Kohlhaas the
negative. The decison was in favor OF
the negative.
The plants in the school room are
thriving and improve the appearance OF
the room.
The attendance at the high school is
very good, averaging about 90 per cent.
The botany classes are analyzlng
everything that they see. and are devel-
opiog wise look as they jot down their
observations in large book, which is al
ways in evidence.
The exercises on Thursday morning
consisted Of number of Rotations and
essays. The program, az a whole, was
we'll rendered.
Prof. Cooley returned yesterday from
the superintendent convention in Flor
ida. Az a school, we are waiting to hear
the story ofhis experiences in the lorida
swamp.
The grammar schools celebrated Wash.
ingtons and Lincoln's birthdays in their
various rooms today.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
A Great Meeting.

Superintendent Frank W. Cooley, Of
the Calumet public schools, returned yes
terday afternoon froW Jacksonville, Fla,
where he has been in attendance at the
annual meeting Of the school superinten-
dents OF the United States and is very en-
thusiastic over the meeting and the royal
treatment he received while in the south.
A large number OF superintendent from
every State in the union were present and
many OF the states were represented by
the State superintendent OF public in
struction. The session lasted three DAYS
and excellent papers, bearing on educa-
tional topics. were read by the most emf
nent educators in America. MIR. Cooley
says the meeting was the most success
ful OF it's kind that he ever attended.
The next annual session OF school super.
intendents will be held in Indianapolis,
Ind., commencing February 10, 1897.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
A Quiet wedd,n~.

The home OF Mr.. William Gilbert, on
North Rockland street, was the scene OF
quiet wedding last Tuesday at noon.
Miss Libbie. daughter OF Mr.. Thomas
Satterly, OF the Central mine, was united
in holy wedlock to Mr.. Joseph Everette,
OF Jamestown. n. d.. the Rev.C s. East
man, OF the Calumet NJ. (. church, offici-
ating. After the ceremony, the newly
welded couple and number OF friends
and relatives who had witnessed the GER
emony, sat down to sumptuous dinner.
after which the entire party droye to the
home OF the brides parents at the Gen.
tral where reception was held In the
evening. The young couple have the
best wishes of large circle Of friends.
MIR. and Mrs. Everette will take up their
residence in jamestown early IN March.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
Kearsarxe Notes,

The stereopticon exhibition given BY
Mr.. William Pollitt at the school house
last evening was one OF the most inter.
esting entertainments ever given at the
Kearsarge. The views from the life oil
John Bunyon, and OF scenes in France,
Italy, England, Scotland and the Holy
Land, were particularly fine. With the
exception Of a few, all the views were
painted on the slides by Nc. Pollitt him
sell, be ing reproductions OF picturestaken
from several sources. Among the most
interesting to Kearsarge people were the
views OF the Kearsarge rock house and
OF the shaft house. The lecture on the
life OF BuDyon. and the descriptions OF
the different scenes were very good, and
Me-. Pollitt proved himself royal enter
tainer last evening ana all who witnessed
his exhibition unite in asking for it's repe-
tition.
Mr.. Thomas Barker, who has been
seriously i'll for the past few weeks, is on
fair way to recovery. .. .. 49,
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Mrs. Major stiIlwell and the Minnesota
singing brigade will arrive on the after.
noon train Saturday. The band will
meet them at the train and march to ire
hall where meeting will be held mt $3.50.
At p. m. the doors will be open and at
O'Clock the special grand song service
VIII be held. entitled, Home Sweet
Home" Admission 10 cents. On Sun
day at 1870 dedication service will be
held, and at 3 p. m. an enrolment of re-
cruits aud commissioning Of officers.
The brigade will lead one Of their grand
soul-stirring meetings OF night. Straight
silver Offering at the door Sunday alter
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
Leap Year skating Party.

The leap year skating party, given BY
number OF Red Jacket young ladies at
the Park Ice rink last evening. was at.
tended by fully 100 couples and all spent
a most enjoyable evening. A large mum.
Der OF young people from the Portage
Lake twin cities and Lake Linden took
advantage OF the bright moonlight and
mild weather and combined a sleigh ride
with skating party most happily.
Dancing and skating to the sweet strains
OF the Fifth Regiment band was INDUCED
In until late in the evening. when lunch
was served. The young men were rather
bashful early in the evening, but soon be.
came accustomed to the novelty Of
playing lady" and report very pIeas.
ant evening.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28


circle Of friends who mourn her loss a.
they would relative and she was a
friend to all who had the pleasure Of her
acquaintance.
Mrs. Duncan leaves three children, M,ss
Maud Duncan. OF this city, Mrs. Alex
Lawson and Mr.. Houghton Duncan. Of
Cheyenne, wyo., and three sisters, Mrs.
William Thomas. OF Seventh street. Red
Jacket. Mrs. John Gill, OF Mountain
Iron. Mimi. Mrs. William Williams, OF
Cheyenne, Wyo., and one brother, Sam
uel Cooking, OF Wolverine mine.
The relatives have been telegraphed
and funeral arrangements will not be
made until they areheard from.
Friends from Milwaukee and the sister
from Iron Mountain are expected today
and the son, Houghton Duncan, will
probably arrive tomorrow.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Send your address to II. E. Bucklen 4
Co., Chicago, and get a free sample box
Of DIR. Kings New Life Pills A trial win
convince you Of their merits. These pills
are easy in action, and are particularly
effective in the cure Of constipation and
sick headache. For malaria and liver
troubles they have been proved invalu.
able. They are guaranteed TO- be per-
iectly free from every delsterious sub
stance, and to be purely vegetable, They
do not weaken by their action, but by
giving tone to the stomach and bowels
greatly invigorate the system. Regular
size, 20 cents per box. Sold by ID. i.
Macdonald, druggist. -.,..it a., .ase
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
The Devil In Church.

"The devil attends church right along
often In the garb ard with the unctuous
look OF deacon. Not only does he get
into the pews, but frequently into che
choir. This is the sensational way In
which Rev. II. E. Wolfe, OF Saginaw
NJ. E. church. threw new light on a much.
abused individual. While. Satan isn't
omnipresent, he has a sort OF central tel
ephone Office, with branches all over the
world; a sort OF representative govern
ment.' The parspn neyerintimated that
Satan might possibly get into the pulpit;
but il is understood there have been such
cases. "-Detrot Evening News. : = - :.
The Rev. Mr.. Wolfe was formerly pastor
ofour local NJ. E. church. and 10 doing ez-
cellent work in his new sheld. ~ y { rae.,pI
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
News. About Yoxl:
THE Plunger" at the
Opera House Last
Evening.
The Blue and the Gray"


Ths James II. Bromne theatrical COM
pany presented the great fve-act melo-
drama, entitled, The Plunger," at the
Opera House last evening to iair-sized
audience. and all who attended we're thor
oughly well pleased with the performance.
The cast OF characters included sixteen
persons and all took their parts to per-
lection. Miss Alice Marble as Mrs. Nora
Clover, the widow, was very good and
she Sustained her well-merited reputa-
tioa as an excellent actress. Miss Flor
ence Genella, as Matte Gray, the type
writer, was also good and her specialties
were very pleasing as was also Carrie
Wyman, as Ethel Rexford, the orphan
and daughter OF Lionel Rexford. the muir
dered broker. and Ida Richards, as Sam
anthy Glinn, the old maid, who would mt
take a husband" Frank Deyervon, as
Dexter Digit or "The Pluuger. isl clever
actor and always takes his part well.
james II. Browne, as Walter Glyndon,
the wronged man, Harry s. Richards. as
Risque Lincoln, the cashier and forger,
and George Clark, as Lionel Rexford. the
broker, were all good as also was j. T.
McEnery, as the gambler and son oil the
forger, T. j. Langdon, as Billy Spyk, the
tramp. and another accompiice OF the
forger, and II. b. Sutherland, as Simeon,
the negro character. Mr.. McEnery rem
dered two selections which were very
good and brought down the house and
he was Obliged to respond to enthusiasts
tic encores. His clog dancing was also
verygood. Harry b. Sutherland. the
famous baritone soloist, delighted the
audience with some choice songs and his
voice is very clear and pure. His songs
are all entirely new here -
"A chance on beautiful gold watch,
which will be given away at the last per-
Torrance on Saturday evening. is given
everyone who attends any OF the per-
iormances. This evening the fve-act
melo-drama, entitled, blue and Gray"
will be presented and the company will
play here every night this week with
family matinee ON Saturday afternoon.
The play to be presented this evening
Is a great military success and is one OF
the strongest in the Browne repertoire.
The Calumet Light Guard and the Fifth
Regiment band will appear in the play.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
ItM NAV DO AZ much FOR YOU.

Mr.. Fred Miller, Of Irving. NJ, writes
that he had severe kidney trouble for
many years, with severe pains in bisback
and also that his bladder was affected.
He tired many, so-called kidney cures, hut
without any good result. About year
ago he began the use Of Electric Bitters,
and found relief at once. Electric Bitters
is especially adapted to cure all kidney
and liver troubles, and often gives almost
instant relief. One trial will prove cut
statement. Price, only 80 centsio large
bottles, 1T d. r. Macdonald drug store.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

The Lauriumites are so well satisfied
with the manner in which Mr.. Frank
Lathrop has discharged the duties Of the
Office Of president during the past year,
that thew will. in the natural course Of
things, give him a. denomination, and
that by reclamation; as we understand
it. that gentleman does not seek to be
his own successor, but would not be
likely to refuse the honor Of presiding Tor
another year i bis fellow citizens should
desire 1t. g, ,..,.,, Wa. .,..r..,.,
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

= CO. Bratnhall's samplerooms over the
Grand Union Tea store are open every
day from a. M. to 8 p. m" Cali and zee
j. K. Woodbridge 4 Co.'s. Chicago. Gus.
tom made shirts and Parcale samples Of
colored shirts, also Turner 4 Co. q, Chica-
go, samples for suits, the finest and best
material, style and finish, ,...,. ..,, -.
a.. ia c. U. BRAMHALL.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
More Candidates,

Mr.. William Fisher has requested US to
announce that he is q candidate for the
Office Of township, treasurer, . fact be
trusts his friends will not forget oh noni-
nation night. s, e. -.
Mr.. Angus McAulay is also We hear
in the field for township treasurer and 10
beating up his friends and Informing
them OF bis intention. .t. $50. -
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

johnson will be ready to serve you
with pure. sweet cream or way up Ice
cream in a very lev days He 10 hustling
like all get out at the Agnits block, Calu.
met Mich .... 80.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
ELECTION xoEscE.

Notice IL herby gfveu 10 the electors Of the
village Of Laurtum irvine county OF Housh.
Ton and statcof Michigan. that the next ensu-
March =, A. ID. 1898, at the council room IN
$50 r1es-wtAoh-the following officers
are 70 81 chosen toYwit:
Three Trustees. Tor the term oYtvo yesrs.
va.ancyD. w ~
0ne clerk Hur rss-sS :yvs vst a4z,
One Asssssnf rs7'a ~eEaa sFs .atEeNp
One Constable.
pQfls OF said election viii be open nj O'Clock
~ the !oefnQe9 or - soon fhereaftex as ma '
pe sno De eontinued open until 8 O'clock
IN the aftereoon, at which bour they vSli lie
e'2sea, PETER CuARRIER Clerk.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
Notice.

All members Of the soliciting commit.
disappointed to solicits funds Tor the
new Y. M. CA. building are earnestly re.
quested to meet on Saturday. at sac
O'Clock. in the reading room. . .:sr rae.
MI. CuLNAN, Chairman.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Mr.. John p. Huberty, Of wertin's store,
is happy over the arrival OF baby boy
to brighten hiz home. The little stranr.
er came Wednesday.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Calumet Encampment No.77,I.O.o.F.
meets in its hall this evening, and as
special business Is to be, transacted, J. a
large attendance d the members 10 re.
Quested. fT =. 81 as -.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
VILLAGE CAUCUS

VILLAGE CAUCUS
Y A caucus of the electors OF the village OF
Lau rum WILDE held In Lanctot's Hall on
Sati rday evening" February 81 1896 at
O'Clock, for the purpose OF putting In nomina-
ton the following ticket 10 be voted for, : nj
the 'illage election, Marcia. 1lSe6. to-wit:q.'
one President
I'll rec Trustees, for the term of two years
One Trustee. for the term OF one year, TO
I'LL vacancy) 's,.t. ., -r.,g.- sg.t,tr,
One Clerk f.t. ... -
One Treasurer. -tr tr. 49, ~
One Assessor. fr..-D .,r ..,r a.
One Constable,
PETER oHARRIER Clerk.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Mr.. John X. O'Neill will leays on Mon.
day Tor Detroit on business and before
returning will visit brother in Chicago.
He expects to be gone about two weeks
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

The social which was to be given BY
the Modern woodmen on the evening OF
March 2, has been postponed, because Of
the village caucus, until March 16i ia
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Mr.. Z. T. W. Daume, OIL. Vivian. Jr.,
q Co.'S emporium in Laurium, left yes
terday for Chicago. He, was accom-
panied as iar as Hancock by Mrs. Daume
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

The dog poisoner still around and
yesterday aiternosn-ahe pet-do Of the
Englehardt family fell victim to his
wavs ,'S@ asa "'' HoC0s sug ae .- fg.-
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Ex.State Secretary John w. Jochim,
Of Ishpeming, arrived Z In the city last
evening and left sxain' this morning for
down the road points. e'"e'' g" 80"
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

LosT-A Goidearring, between Raym-
baultowfi and the post Office, on Monday
night. Finder pIeGseS return to 221o
Middle street and receive reward.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
Cake aale

Tomorrow the ladies Of the St. Mar.
rarrt's Guild will hold a cake sale at
II. 4. Leans store. -.ta
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Let johnson doctor your timepiece.
His medicines xiilatt quickly and you
can have Your work' same day you leave
it.. Agpitz block, Calumet.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Everybody ID invifsd to inspect John
sons elegant Ice cream -parlor. Saw, but
It il nice. way up. Come and see. In the
new Xknitx block JeR 5Trr p,
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

The world has outgrown this kind, Of
p,cture-writing and the quaint materials
referred to by the poet. But the art re-
mains chasteued, elevated and perfected.
and is here represented In its most nn-
ished manner by Vic Herman.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

From CENTS to- ~; per Froiig Where
can you get a better bargain in wall
papcr3 |I'F "S'SS SIvERT OLSON.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Three tons Of wall paper Is what we
have on our shelves for this seasons
supply. ""S SivERT OLSON.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

Mrs Welsing Miller left on the MON
train on purchasing trip to Chicago.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28

FoUND-A bunch 81 five keys. Owner
can have same by applying at Schroe-
der's auditorium and paying for this ad.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-02-28
Pic>aro WritiaG.

my painting makesdns. powerful ove'
others
{ Thus Il was thaf Hiawatha 'TFs rs 9 -,
In his wisdom taught the people ~.
All the my steries OF painting NFs-~SS!S ~
All the art of picture-wFiting fg...s sspr -
On the smooth bark Of the birch tree.
On che white skin OF the reindeer. q 2 -
On the grave posts OF the village.