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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03
PATIENT TRAINING.
he Rnev How to Train Elephants, Bot
BOY was Too Much for Him.

tie Knev How to Train Elephants, Bot .
boy was Too Much for Him.
How hong has Il taken you to train
these elephants7" asked the reporter.
i've had EN- three years" replied
the keeper. Been training EN- steady
ell that time"
do you have to be severe with
them7"
Always II ever you let an elephant
get the upper hand Of you just once
you're a goner. II you try to boss him
and he finds you're afraid Of him, hel
watch his chance and kill you. An
elephant Amt ruled by love"
But you reward him when be has
learned his lesson ali right, don't your"
"Oh. yes. He knows IL he goes
through his performance without a
break he'll get tit-bit Of some kind.
and IL he doesn't he'll get the pitehfork.
And sometimes we have to give him
the pitchfork anyhow"
Doesn't 1t require great deal Of
patience TO train an elephante"
Now you're talking. young man. II
lakes more patience than anything else
Ia this world. An elephant is a mighty
smart animal, but he's tricky. When
you think you've got him all right he'll
take a wrong shoot, and you have to
do Il all over again. Patience? You
don't know what the word means un-
less you've trained an elephant"
is this your boy here7" II
Yes"
Are you going to make an elephant
trainer OF him?"
Il used TO think I would. but I've
given it up"
What's the matter with him7"
We'll, he's too hard to manage. I
haven't the patience, / guess. Chi
oago Tribune
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03
The Genuine Article.

Il am beginning TO have doubts
about our prospective son-in-law," she
said, thoughtfully.
why? What is the matter with
him?" he asked, anxiously.
I'm afraid that his title is spurious
that he really does not belong to the
aristocracy OF Europe"
"Oh, you needn't worry about that, ."
he replied with evident relief. II have
good reason 10 know that he is the
genuine article. He has already struck
me for loan of $500, agreeing to let
that sum be deducted from the dowry
Of his prospective wife in order 10 in
sure payment OF it."-Washington Post
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03
RATHER APPROPRIATE.

Dick Blue, Of Kansas, is a pleasing
eariation from the Browns, Whites,
Blacks and Grays.
Chairman TOothaker presided al a
recent Kansas convention, and had
most Of his clothing torn on.
Miss Jump is the Attingly athletic
name OF the new woman who teaches
physical culture ia the Sedalia Chau-
tauqua.
One Of the most elaborate cyclone
cellars In the zephyr belt has been con-
structed in Oregon No, by a gentle.
man blessed with the name of Cave
Hunt, 4,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03
EstabIIshIng His Character.

Judge-Do you know this man?
Witness-Oi do thot, yer amer.
Judge-Is he a man OF good moral
character?
Witness (bewildered)-An's sure Orm
not afther understandin' yer 'anner.
Judge-does he stand fair in the
community?
Witness-By me sowl, Oh don't Ap-
prehend yer naming.
Judge drritably)-I mean, sir, Is he a
good man?
Witness-och. by the holy saints, an
thot he is. Didn't he lick the best mon
in the prasink? And am OF not that
spalpeen meself?-Washingto Times.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03

Mrs. Housenlot-They young man who
calls on Addie seems to be a very nice
sort Of fellow. ! think he would make
a nice catch for her.
Mr.. Housenlot-Well, ! should say
so. He's baseball umpire and his life
is insured for $40 900.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03
Be Convinced.

On receipt of ten cents, cash or
stamps, generous sample will be
mailed of the most popular Catarrh
and Hay Fever Cure (Ely's Cream
Balm) sufficient to demonstrate its
great merit. Full size 5oc.
ELY BROTHERS,
SO Warren ST., New York City.
Catarrh caused difficulty in speak
ing and TO a great extent loss of hear
ing. By the use Of Ely's Cream Balm
dropping OF mucus has ceased, voice
and hearing have greatly improved
J W. Davidson, Atty at Law, Mon.
mouth, Ill.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03

Tommy-Mamma, wish you wer.
Interested in foreign missions. Nam
ma-Why? Tommy-'Cos Billy Bar
lows mamma is. and she doesn't notice
when Billy does naughty things.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1896-09-03

The COLUMBIAN will be sent HUE,
now until after the election iof .
cents. Subscribe for il.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1896-10-29

residence. will receive ballot from
the ballot clerk, which must have en-
dorsed thereon the names or initials OF
both ballot clerks and no other can be
used. Upon receiving his ballot voter
must retire, alone, to booth or com
partment and prepare the same for
voting. A ballot clerk may inform the
voter as to the proper manner OF mark
ing a ballot, but he must not advise or
indicate in any manner whom to vote
for, The voter, if he wishes to vote for
all the candidates nominated by any
party, should make cross mark (X)
under the party designation printed at
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1896-10-29

the top of the ballot in the square made
for that purpose. A ballot so marked
and having no other mark, will be
counted for all the candidates of that
party in the column underneath,
unless the names of some of the
candidates of the party have been
erased, and will be counted for all
names written in lieu OF one erased
or pasted over a printed name. If
the voter wishes to vote for some of
the candidates of different political par
ties, he should make cross mark, Ky.
after the name of each candidate be
does desire to vote for. If he wishes to
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1896-10-29

vote for a person for a certain Office
whose name is not on the ballot he
must write the name in the blank space
under the printed name of the candi-
date for the office. The ballot should
not be marked in any other manner.
If the ballot be spoiled it must be re-
turned to the ballot clerk, who must
issue another in its stead, but not
more than three in all to any one voter.
Five minutes time is allowed in booth
to mark ballot Unofficial ballots or,
memorandum, to assist the voter in
marking his ballot, can be taken into
the booth and may be used to copy
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1896-10-29

from. The ballot must not be shown
SO that any person can see how it has
been marked by the voter. After it is
marked it should be folded so that the
inside cannot he seen. but so that the
printed Endorsements and signatures of
the ballot clerks on outside may be
seen. Then the voter should pass out
of the booth, give his name to the in
spector in charge of the ballot box,
hand him his ballot to be placed in the
box and pass, out of the voting place.
A voter who declares to the presiding
officer that he is unable to read, or that
by reason of physical disability he is
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ter III, laws of 1895, is to be voted on.
The names of the candidates for each
office to be voted for, whose nomina-
tions have been certified to this office,
are given to the right Of the title of
the office, and under the appropriate
party or other designation, each in its
proper column, and the question sub
mitted to vote is stated below
INFORMATION TO VOTERS.
The following instructions are given
for the information and guidance of
voters: A voter upon entering the pol
ling place, and giving his name and
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1896-10-29
ELECTION NOTICE.
OFFICE OF COUNTY CLERK,

NOTICE is hereby given that gener-
II al election is to be held il the sew
eral towns, wards, and election pre-
cincts of the county of Kenosha on the
Bird day of November, 1896, at which
the officers named below are to be
chosen, and the proposition to amend
section l of article 10 of the constitu-
ton of the state of Wisconsin, Tin ac-
cordance with the provisions of chap
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29
WHAT EMPLOYEES WANT.
Grievance Committee Of Union Traction Co.
Makes Demands Of the Corporation.

Philadelphia. April 2S-The griey-
ance committee of the employees of the
Union Traction Co, today, presented
TO the executive committee of the
board of directors of the company a
list of the grievances which they asked
to be adjusted. The employees asked.
among other things. that 10 hours con-
stitute a days work. with pay not less
than 50; that the company place all
men in position according to the
seniority of the appointment, and rein
state those unjustly discharged since
Dec. 10; that all cars be vestibuled
from Nov. 10 until April 9 The con-
ference ended shortly after /. 1t was
announced that all demands of money
were refused. 1t is said the Union
fraction Co. has engaged 100 Pinkerton
detectives for service III the event of a
strike.
Two more union mOtormen, Nicholas
Walthers and Patrick Mullen, were ar
raigned before Magistrate South, to-
day. on the charge Of assaulting Ed
ward Christensen and Chas II. Barnes.
non-union motOrmen. They We're re-
spectively held in $4,000 and $1,000 bail
for the court. This afternoon, the ac-
cused We're indicted by the grand jury.
making nine indictments of this char
acter found. yesterday and today The
men will be tried in a few days.
Late tonight, it was learned that the
central committee had decided to call
strike at A. NJ. Thursday. on the
lines of the Union Traction Co.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

With such words of praise from man a
DR.. Won Spiegel's standing. a regular physi.
clan, q graduate and member of several uni.
ycrs;tes. a man who has built up an enviable
reputation by his many cures some Of which
have been almost miraculous, We are doubly
encouraged 10 call the attention of suffering
humanity 70 the merits Of our all-powerful
specifics, The hickapoo Indian Remedies.
The best known OF these is kickapoo
Indian Sagwa. that greatest OF blood puri.
fers and corrector of all arrangements OF the
stomach, kidneys and liver. 1t is purely
vegetable and contains no poisonous ingre.
dients'wllatever. Thousands are enioviuR
healthy, happy, active lives today, who but
for its timely use would now be leading the
miserable life of dependent cripple, or filling
premature grave, the victims of bad
blood, nervousness. consumption, dyspepsia,
rheumatism, dropsy. kidney and liver
complaints.
Each wear 1t becomes better known and
more highly appreciated. Each day hundreds
join the happy ones who have been cured by
its use and sing its praise.
We want sufferers everywhere to give its
single trial. You will be convinced Of IL
merits and bless the day YOU first heard az
Sagwa. Ill druggists sell it.
II you wish medical advice free, write us:
one of our staff of physicians will gladly
give yon.snch information as you may desire.
The Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co., New
Haven, Conn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29
4aily Xenmebee Journal.
CALENDAR COMING EVENTS.


AT Ellsworth, May 15-HancOck County
Sunday School Convention.
At South Standish, May 20-Buxton and
Hollis Sunday School Convention.
At Auburn, June 2-4-Maine Universal
list Convention.
At Paris, June 1G-l7-OXford County
Universalist Association.
Educational.
At Lewiston. May s-Androscoggin
County Teachers Association.
At Berwick. May 21-23-York County
Teachers Association.
At Bethel, May 29-30Oxford County
Teachers Association.
AT kent's Hill. June 9-ll-Anniversary
Maine Wesleyan Seminary.
AT Watervile June 2S, July Com
mencement at Colby University.
Temperance.
At Waterville. April 3O-Prohibition
At Augusta. May 9-First Annual Con-
venton, Loyal Temperance Legions of
Kennebec County.
At Portland. May 2o-convention OF
Catholic Total Abstinence Societies of
Maine
At South Lubec. May as-Washington
District Lodge Good Templars.
AT Sanford, May 27-York District
Lodge Good Templars.
At Kingiield. May 2S-Franklin District
Lodge Good Templars.
At Southwest Harbor, June 4-Hancock
District Lodge Good Templars.
At East Buckfield, June 10-Oxford
District Lodge Good Templars.
Grange.
At Deering. April 29-Cumberland Po-
mona Grange.
At Bowdinham. April 29.-Sagadahoc
Pomona Grange.
At South Paris May 5.-Oxford Pomona
Grange.
At Greene, May 6-Androscoggin Po-
mona Grange.
At East Madison. May 12-Somerest
Pomona Grange.
miscellaneous.
At Watervlle, April 30-Third District
Prohibition Convention.
AT Waterville. April 30-Prohibition
State Convention.
At Portland. May 5-7-Masonic Grand
Bodies.
At Houlton. May 27-2S-State Conven-
ton. A. o. H.
At Bangor, June 4-Republican State
Convention to nominate candidate for
Governor.
At Rockland. June 4-6-Odd Fellows
Field Day.
AT Portland, June 17-Democratic State
Convention.
At Augusta. June 29-Kennebec County
Republican Convention.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29
Their knowledge Of the Cura.
tive Properties Of Herbs
considered remarkable.
4 noted Professor, DR.. c. Won Spisgel d
Saratoga, \. T., credits then with
many remedies used by hin il elect.
ing difficult cures.
Useful hints to many who suffer, where
they might enjoy the Indians pro-
verbal good health and longevity but
for the prejudice Of Ignorance.

The once existing idea that no possible
good or knowledge could be obtained from
an Indian is fast disappearing.
When such a man as DR.. c. Won Spieyel
of Saratoga Springs, in an article published
in the daily Saratogian Of Sept Ii, states
thu; he il indebted, not only 70 the North
American Indians Kickapoos, Cheyennes.
Arapahoes, Pawnees, Apaches, kiowas, Com
anches. etc. but to the many so called unci,iI.
lied nations OF the most remote corners oil
tli5 glol,e,- for his enormous collection and
the knowledge OF their virtues, Of roots, herbs,
barhs, gums and balsams, by whose use he
has effected the most extraordinary cures in
innn,nerabe desperate cases, il would seem
that the world at large shoud no longer
hesitate 10 look for help from such simple
but potent agencies sno matter their origin
49, instead Of dragging ont miserable lives OF
sickness that is aggravated by poisonous
mineral ,iriIez
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

4 sorry individual is the man AT
Fairfield. who proposed To leave that
city with his household effects and
settle in some other place. This gen
tleman evidently forgot that some one
else had something to say about that.
While his goods were on the station
platform, the sheriff. a very fine fell
low. some times. but not then. came
along and placed an attachment on
some of the goods. The sheriff had no
sooner left when constable came and
took the cook stove. The sheriff then
returned with another writ and when
he went he took a fine horse and car
riage. The gentlemen has decided TO
remain in Fairfield until he can come
to some compromise with his cred
itOrS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29
In Busy Maine.

1t is stated that new industry will
be started at PASSPORT this spring.
machinery for making pressed sardine
cans having been put into one of the
manufacturing establishments of that
city.
S. K c. H. S. Webb of Oceanville, put
up in one day recently, 20 cases of
clans containing 1860 cans. CLANS are
abundant, this season, l62 bushels hav-
ing been received in one day at this
factory.
l.. X. Cary e. Co., of Fort Fairfield,
have received and grated at their
starch factory, during the past three
weeks about 1000 barrels of potatoes.
The supply of potatoes has been nearly
exhausted and the factory was closed
last week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

1t has been said that the canker
worms ascend the trees long after the
sun has hid itself behind the western
horizon. and one Hallowell citizen in
terested, has recently, with the aid of
lantern, made observations to satisfy
himself that such is the case. He is
unable to see, now. how the progress of
the worm in its upward course can be
impeded on the trees about the city
that have been treated with thin
coating of tar. as the cold evening air
hardens the tar. and dispenses with
the necessary sticking properties. Time
Will tell. however, who has been most
successful in the work
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

Phillips saw mill will not be COM
pleted and ready for, occupancy before
July !. Had it not been for the freshet
and the scarcity of logs. the mill would
now be doing business at the present
time. The Phillips mill was one of the
heavy sufferers from the flood, but the
owners, with their customary enter
prise, will complete the structure.
thereby pleasing the residents OF
Farmingdale and Gardiner as well.
This mill gives employment to many
people who spend their money right in
this vicinity.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

An error in the calculation that gave
the battleship Massachusetts a speed
of 1929 knots has been discovered at
the navy department. Through the
omission of a cipher in announcing, the
result, the speed was made greater
than it should have been. AS now
proves to be the case the Massachusetts
made 16.2079 knots and this reduction
means that the contractors will get
100000 in premiums, instead Of $12s.-
40. AS the matter stands, however.
the Massachusetts, still holds the record
of her class.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29
To Offer Re.var,, Of 100 no,,.,.

Tor case of catarrh that cannot he
cured, creates the suspicion that the
article so advertised is a humbup No
you know of any such reward being
paid? Ely Bros. do not promise re-
wards in order to sell their Wen known
Cream Balm" They offer the most
effective medicants. prepared in con-
venient form to use, and at The lowest
possible price. so cents per bottle. An
honest and effective remedy, which is
absolutely free from mercurials or
other harmful drugs. m.w&f &wtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

Mr. Hartwell Higgins. one of the
oldest residents of this place died, Tues
day afternoon. after a long illness. from
consumption. Mr.. Higgins was born
in Oakland 6S years ago. and had al
ways lived in this place. He married
Olive Meader. also of this place, who
died about year and half ago. He
is survived by three daughters. Mrs
Nellie Smiley and Mrs Martha Getchell
of this place and Mrs Rose Soule of
Newton. Mass. and three brothers who
reside in town. The funeral will take
place. today, from his late home.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

Work on the new bridge began, Tues
day morning. under the direction of A
N. Jones of Sidney, the water having
sufficiently subsidized to commence
operations. The work for the next
week or so will only be of the prelimi-
nary order. arranging details for that
which will be done before the 18th day
of May. when the. iron will arrive. II
surely looks at this stage of the game
as if the bridge will,be ready for traffic
as per agreement, by the 18th of June
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

Fierce forest fires broke out in the
woods between Winsted and Burrville.
CT. Monday noon, and was still burn
ing, Monday. Over 200 acres of wood
land. extending from Burrville Center
10 Four corners on the North and
from Winsted road to considerable
distance over the mountains on the
west. were burned to ashes. Large
numbers of farmers have been at work
continuously since Monday noon, try
ing to extinguish the blaze. The origin
of the fire is not known.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29
halloWell Advertisements.
NEW GOODS. NEW GOODS.

NJ. nobERTS calls attention to the
,ae. .hat he has in stock one of the
anusolnest lines of Millinery he has
~, carried. and one of the best on
river: Inc elegant window display
m r,.la VIII carry out this statement.
e are the latest designs in Hats.
ie.s, fiowers, Laces. Fancy Dres-
MI i,poohs and numerous novelties.
Miss Edna W. Drinkwater an aooo,,.
plished milliner, will have charea 81
.nis department; all work done guar
anteed to give satisfaction.
M. ROBERTS, u.,,o,.u
apr27eodtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

What hard luck sofne WaterVilie peo-
pie seem to be having in losing parts
of their fingers in cog wheels. There
have been three such accidents in as
many days. VIII Cole lost two fingers
in the paper machine OF Hollingsworth
x Whitney Paper mill. Edward r.
Davis lost the first joints of his fore
finger and part of his thumb, and III"
little child of Albert Bellows crushed
his fingers in the cog Wheels of 4
clothes Wrlnger.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

A meeting Of the Waterville board
of trade will he held AT the city govern
ment rooms. this evening. The topic
for discussion will be: city Building,
Including Opera House and Public
Library Rooms President Redington
invites all voters to be present. whether
members of the board of trade or not
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

The parts for the Colby junior debate
have been awarded: Affirmative. Nc
Fadden. Hemick and Cleaves; mega
tive, Nelson. Richardson and Quincy
The date of the debate has not yet been
decided upon but will be in the early
part Of May.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

Rev. J. S. Gledhill, formerly pastor
of the Universalist church In this city.
has rendered his resignation as pastor
OF the First Universalist church at Ply
mouth. Mass, to take effect In three
months. He has been pastor or the
Plymouth church for several years.
Mr.. Gledhill will leave the ministry
and engage in other business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

a pitiful looking speciman of human
ity, IA Ia hobo was elected from train
No. :, Monday night, and spent thu
rest of the night in the police station.
He was sent nn his way rejoicing Tues
day morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

A fellow giving his name as j. Il.
Carney and claiming to be the repre-
sentative of Prof. Downe. the special
list, registered at the Evans, Monday
night, and contracted a bill of 81
When he was called upon to settle he
claimed that the professor paid all
debts contracted by him and that ne
man on earth could compel him to
liuuidate the said debt. SO a warrant
was sworn out against the man and
officer Dunlap arrested him. late yes
terday afternoon and landed his pris-
oner in the police station. He viii
come up for trial. this morning. before
Judge Larrabee, and will be given an
opportunity to prove his innocence
Prof. Downe claims that he discharged
Carney, Monday. and that he was il,
no way responsible for the acts of his
former agent. Manager Bunker says
the world is full of hotel beats. which
keeps the hotel people on the alert al
the time, thereby causing the loss OF a
great deal of money to hotel during
the course of the year. Gardiner. like
other cities of the State. is not free
from this class of people.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

Miss Gilmore Cooper Bartlett and
Miss Kate Vannah left, yesterday, for
Lewiston. where their musical enter
tainment in conjunction with Mr. John
j. Turner, will be held, tonight The
entertainment will be given at Bruins
wick, Thursday night
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

The awards for the honorary parts in
the graduation exercises of w. H. s..
were given out, yesterday. They are:
Greek recitation. Miss Laura Emery;
Latin recitation, Miss Annie Hallowell
German recitation, Miss Amy Phillips
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-04-29

f. W. Merrill the popular lineman Of
the Postal Telegraph Company. and
Miss Bessie Jones of this city were
united in marriage at the parsonag. of
Rev W. +. Berry. Saturday evening,
The wedding was Il very quiet one
only intimate friends being present.
Mr.. and Mrs. Merrill viii reside in the