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Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

national holiday came around but
that Watson was ahead of its neighbors
in patriotism and enthusiasm.
On this particular occasion the citi-
zens of Watson had made unusual prep
arations to celebrate the national holi-
day. There had been n committee APP
pointed, which was expected to arrange
the days programme, and this commit
tee had arranged for quiet celebration
something that the town of Watson
had never known before.
1t had been what is known in the
west as "hot town." but within the
past year or two it had become more or
less an adjunct of civilization. The
fact was, that with the advent of bet
ter times and the consequent influx of
miners wives, mothers and sweethearts,
the town began to be ashamed of itself,
and it's individual citizens began to
think seriously of the future.
On the evening of the Cd of July the
Watson Star came forth with the Off
cial announcement of the committees
action in the matter of arrangements
for the celebration of the national holi-
day.
BY most Of the citizens of Watson
the programme, as arranged by the
committee, was looked upon as huge
joke. The very idea of Watson having
any kind of celebration involving such
pusillanimous, essentially feminine
number as is comprehended by picnic
was almost incomprehensible and ex-
ceedipU1v lndicrouS
In one family however, this picnic
portion of the programme was taken
seriously-very seriously, indeed.
81 will not stand it," said Mr.. Harmon,
as he sat opposite his wife at the supper
table on the evening of the Sd of July.
81 suppose that Rhoda expects to at
tend that idiotic picnic with that young
ass of district school-teacher. 1t
makes me sick to think that daugh-
ter of mine should become so infatuated
with a forty-dollar-a-month fool like
that as to throw over a man like John
Simpson-with all the property that he
has got, and with his known habits for
sobriety. Where is Rhoda tonight, by
the way?"
"Wh-why, she's at Mrs. Wheeler's.
She'll be back soon."
"Why should she be over there?"
probably because she was invited
over there" responded Mrs. Harmon,
bridling a bit. Cant that girl have
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

placed against wall, only the outer
side will require strip tackled to it.
In the upper corners of the strip sew
metal rings, and insert hooks in the
head-board and foot-board, as shown.
When the bed is made up in the morp
ing the strip can be folded in under tho
quilts, to be removed and hooked up into
place at night. With such a device,
the mother can sleepin peace, quite GER
tain that the little folk will be found
in the morning where they were placed
at night-on the bed instead of under it,
where one mother whom know found
her restless little girl, some hours after
she had put her to sleep. Cen
tleman.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04
that they are not omnipotent in their

that they are not omnipotent in their
own family circle.
When John Harmon left his home
that morning and walked to the store,
he was not at all disturbed by any
thought of what his wife and daughter
might or might not do. During the day
had he given the matter any particular
thought, his narrow mind would have
told him, no doubt, that they would
remain at home, leaving him to join in
any celebration that might occur up
town.
Meanwhile, Mrs. Harmon and Rhoda,
over their coffee cups, were having a
discussion in which the husband and
father had no place, excepting as u
troublesome factor.
"Rhoda, you'll have to give Tom up,
that's ALL" said Mrs. Harmon, in her
gentle way. 81 like him, but your pa
doesn't; and you know how set your
pa is when he makes up his mind
Here's John Simpson, now. He'd give
his two eyes for you-and you tell me
you refused him. Why, child, that man
isn't 80 yet, but he's worth hundred
thousand, anyway"
Lets not discuss the matter" said
the girl, quietly. 81 made up my mind
on that matter some time ago, and
there's no use talking about it,"
Fifteen minutes later Tom Wheeler
drove up to the front gate, and Rhoda
went out and joined him.
The picnic was held in large grove
about four miles from Watson, and
hardly any denizen of the village old
enough to comprehend what the day
was set aside for missed attendance.
AS usual, there were several over-en-
thusiastic persons there, and these had
brought out an old brass cannon, of the
vintage of 1912, which they were firing
at such brief intervals as to warrant an
accident-and the accident happened.
John Simpson was assisting in load
ing the cannon, which was overheated,
and just at the moment that he was
about to ram in charge of wadding,
the weapon was prematurely dis
charged, carrying away the larger por.
ton of his right arm.
Quick as thought, Tom Wheeler, who
was sitting with Rhoda in a buggy near
by, sprang out of the conveyance and
ran to the rescue of his late rival.
Mr.. Harmon was also one of the first
arrivals at the scene of the accident.
Some people are always sticking
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04
WOMAN AND HOME.
TO PREVENT TuMBLEs.
A Simple But Emeotivo Device for the
Children's Bod.

A Simple But Emeotive Device for the
Children's Bed.
When little folks graduate from the
crib, with it's safe, close sides, and come
into the dignity of sleeping in grown
up" bed, there is apt to be many a
tumble upon the floor in the darkness,
particularly if the time be summer.
when the bed clothing cannot be
''tucked in" closely. Little people are
apt to be restless at night, after a hard
days play, and in tossing about, it is
small wonder that they often fall out oil
bed. The possibility of this catastrophe
has made unnumbered hosts of mothers
sleep with one eye open," ready to
spring up at the sound of unwonted
stirring in the next room.
Such nervous apprehension is weary
ing and altogether unnecessary, for
there are number of simple devices for
making the childrens' bed un-fall-out-
able, if may so express the idea. One
of the best is shown in the accompany.
ing illustration. A strip of stout linen
denim or some other serviceable ma
terial is cut to the length of the bed,
and hemmed about the edges, having a
broad hem at the. bottom, through
which to tack the strip to the inside of
the side pieces of the bed, if both sides
are to be protected. If the bed can be
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

their noses into other folks business"
he sneered as soon as he saw that John
Simpson was not seriously injured. "If
L"
That sentence was never finished. At
that moment woman's voice screamed:
TON! Toni"
The next instant Tom Wheeler was
pursuing a runaway horse, with all the
strength of his athletic young limbs,
and John Harmon, forgetful of every
thing but the fact that his only daugh-
ter was behind that horse, stood speech
less and helplessly staring.
1t was not sensational runaway.
Within so yards Tom managed to catch
the buggy and to climb into it from
the rear-and when, after he turned it
round and drove back, neither he nor
Rhoda exhibited sign of excitement
but John Harmon WAS as pale as death,
until he made certain that his only
daughter was safe. Then came another
sneer, as who should say:
anyone can climb into runaway
wagon, if they're swift enough afoot,
but"
Take me home, Tom-I'm i'll. Quick
ly, please" pleaded Rhoda.
About five o'clock that evening
Wheeler came into Harmon's hardware
store, and asked him to come outside
for minute.
"Well?" asked Mr.. Harmon, doubt
fully.
what will you sell your place for, Mr..
Harmon?" Tom asked, without any pre-
liminaries.
II haven't gone into the market yet.
And. supposing have, my young friend,
! have you anything to buy with?"
WELL" said Wheeler, 81 could only
make first payment of $500, the bal
nnce secured by a mortgage on the prop
erty, payable within the year."
Harmon looked at him hard for mo-
ment. Then
IF you're in earnest, Tom, SO 900 fiat,
on those conditions. And the deal may
as we'll be closed now"
This was done before q notary pub
lie, and within half-hour John Har-
mons homestead property was trans
| ferred to Tom Wheeler.
When all the papers had been signed,
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

the material in half and fasten up the
sides to the depth of ten inches. Turn
right side out and tack with firm
stitches the top of the macintosh bag
to the narrow hems of the linen bag.
When the former is pushed down into
place in the latter you will have a four
inch frill standing up above the mack
intosh. This must be turned in at the
ends and sewed up, leaving half an inch
open for drawing string. Make n
casing by putting running from side
to side at each of these openings and in
sert two pieces of cord, one coming out
of each side, SO as to form a double
Chronicle.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04
PRETTY SPONGE BAG.
How to Make One of These Useful Bath.
Room AcCessOries.

Procure some thin waterproof sheet.
ing. Cut a piece nine inches wide by
half yard long. Make this into bag
by folding it in half and stitching it
around the edges with liquid india rub.
Der, sold for this purpose at any mack
intosh shop. Take piece of linen, white
or colored. Cut off piece nine inches
wide by one yard. Trace or iron off u
transfer spray on one side, and on the
other, with pencil, write in bold
hand the words: Sponge Bag" Work
this all on in flourishing thread. Now
make a narrow hem at each end, fold
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

The life insurance agent had been
talking steadily for only IN hour or so,
when the victim, perceiving a chance to
get word IN edgeways. remarked:
''Do you know you remind me of sud-,
den death?"
"How so?"
"Nobody is safe from either of you.~
Texas Sitter. =
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

Tincture of myrrh dropped into water
is an excellent wash for the mouth and
the throat. The proper proportions are
ten drops of myrrh to glass of water,
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

The price of Strawberries in London
is now three to eight shillings per-
pound.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1896-07-04

HERE are some per-
sons who, with the
best intentions in
the world. and
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-10-14

terings ran across the room and stopped
! ard ran again.
At last ventured to light match.
The flame revealed large, square room
fitted up like n study with an abundance
of fine old furniture. A well-fllled book
case covered nearly all one wall. Close
to my right hand was great antique
| desk, open and strewn with typewriter
| sheets. Bending over them, ] recog,
nized Dyer's hand in various correc-
tions.
The match burned my fingers. I
threw it down and lighted another,
with the fame of which L ltindled
lamp that stood upon the desk. Then
perceived In the midst of the type
written sheets a brief manuscript let
ter addressed to myself. 1t expressed
very mild regret for having missed see
ing me, and the hope that l would come
again next summer" / laughed soft
Iy at the impatience of the writer To
see me. He asked that / would write
to him, but / must not say anything
more about Emily. Especially | must
write if ever i contemplated coming to
the. Berkshires again. The style was
forced; the penmanship was labored.
The letter had "come hard" 1t had.
plainly been written at dictaton and
under compulsion. No wonder Dyer had
sworn when he had finished 1t.
Evidently the poor fellow was not at,
all his own master in that house. / re-
solved anew to see him and to rescue
him. Where could he be? Where, but
in that other room on the north end of
the house, the room that had seen no
one enter or leave on the preceding
day?
Tlse~e was door between the rooms.
y TJ4.vn-.. the knob. 1t was locked on the
other side. i ventured TO call, softly:
"Bertraml" A confused murmur-a
painful, smothered sound-was audible
within. / called again, - loudly as
dared. Still the same murmuring noise,
q little louder than before. Had they
tied the poor fellow like a dog and
gagged him? put my strength upon
the door, softly, steadily. The lock
yielded. I entered.
The room was dark, but light sud-
denly flashed up. / saw tumbled bed,
a farng lamp on table: and, beyond,
Grandfather Graves in his scanty night
clothing. just in the act of taking down
an enormous old-fashioned muslSet from
the wall
Bertram Dyer was not there, and a
half second later neither was I. My
form might have been seen fitting
indeed, all around me, echoed the re-
sounding bang OF the old musket.
CONCLUDED TOMORROW
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-10-14

A long season of hot weather has used
up the strength and pulled down the
flesh of many people. Their stomachs
have become week and fiaccid.
This is noticed especially in the case of
children whose digestions seem TO be par
ayzed by the first cold wave. But IT is
also true of grown people, who are sur
prsed that the cool days of approaching
fall make them feel worse, instead OF
better. They have increased appetites
perhaps, but their enervated digestive
organs are unable TO properly assimilate
their food.
The time is coming for cold nights and
mornings and warm Moons. The clothing
that is needed for the proper protection
of the vital organs in the early morning
becomes burdensome in the middle Of the
day 1t is the season of drafts and sud-
den changes, which find the system but
poorly prepared to stand such strains.
Many deaths will result in this season,
but the chief effect will be in the general
loss of public health Until the people in
the community have been enabled to ad-
Just themselves TO the new climatic con-
ditions.
All doctors agree that great care is
needed both in food and clothing. I'm
necessary exposure should be avoided, and
especially should the stomach be given
every possible assistance in its important
functions If the stomach is toned up
and invigorated, if the liver and kidneys
are kept in good working order, the
whole machinery of life is given strength
and renewed energy. The stomach is the
power producer of the human body, and
92 per cent. of all sickness comes from its
failure to do its proper work.
Physicians, chemists and practical
o druggists who have administered and in
vestigated Puritana, the prize-formula Of
Dr. Dixi Crosby of Dartmouth College,
have publicly and privately stated that it
is the one safe and effective stomach rem
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-10-14
A BOSTON LAWYER.
What Mr.. John p. Wyman Says of
Puritana.

What Mr.. John p. Wyman Says OF
Puritana.
The duties of his law practice mako
Mr.. Johu p. Wyman an exceedingly busy
man, and yet, when asked by an ac-
quaintance what he knew about Puritana,
he took time briefly to recount his ex-
perience. Mr.. Wyman writes:
81 have long been subject to severe
headaches and to other symptoms which
seemed TO indicate a nervous affection OF
the stomach. Some weeks ago 1t occurred
to me that there might be virtue in
Pulitana, which was informed was the
formula of Prof. Dixi Crosby of Darth-
mouth College. AS it gave evidence of
being a thoroughly good preparation, and
as there was chance that it might bring
me the relief which earnestly desired, l
tried it TO the extent of several bottles.
81 am not enough of a medical man
technically TO diagnose my own case, or
absolutely to measure the benefit derived
from the use of Puritana, but / know, as
a fact, that after had been using Plssi-
tana, / had better appetite, better
nights sleep, and, practically, freedom
from headaches, which had previously
caused me much suffering.
"The result is that feel sure the credit
can fairly be given to Puritana, and,
while am not licensed to prescribe any
medicine, am willing, on the basis of my
own experience, to express the opinion
that Puritana is an important remedy for
troubles of the stomach and nerves"
(SignedD JOHN p. WYMAN.
Boston, Mass, 30 Court Street.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-10-14

"Don't you dare to talk To me about a
woman wanting the last word" said SIR.
Meokton's wife.
"Honrietta, he expostriated, haven't
thought of talking about it,"
"lhis is simply a warning for the future.
used TO think that woman was per-
sistent in wanting tho last word. But
after hearing two men who stood under
my window till 3 o'clock in the morning
arguing finance, II makes me ashamed
OF my sox to. think how easily wo get DIS
eouraged and quit. t."--Washington Star.
Man of fFemiiy-That burlgar-alsrm sa
a mint OF money. 1t went off at o. clock
this morning
Dealer-Eh? Did you catch the purlgar
trying TO get in?
No but caught my daughters young
man trying to get out.-New York
Weekly.
She-That lame man with one eve owe
there, who everybody calls Captsin--was
Ao th AhS AMY tho Whl9
He-Oh, no. lie got his title aud in
juries as captain of a college football
team.
she-oh, how lovely. The brave fell
ow.-New York Commercial Advertis
"Your majesty" said the steward o.
the cannibal king TO his august matter,
''in the pockets OF our captive we found
letter, presumably from his sweet heart,
in which be is called.a duck"
"a duck, is he?' replied the king.
"Good epough We will have him for
dinner. Poultry has been scarce in this
noigborhood for long time. Don't fore
get the onion stutfing. Pitts burg
Chronicle Telegraph.
"Mr. Henpeck, said the doctor, after ex-
animation, fear your wife's mind ia
gone"
"Ihat Doesn't surprise me, said the poor
man; she has been giving me a piece of IL
every day for 10 years. ."-Scottish Nights.
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escaped through curtained and shut
tered window OF the room which had
most in mind. / crouched beneath that
window and listened. At first all was
still; then 1 became aware of sounds
that made nc shudder. Someone with
in was groaning, not loudly. rs IL with
violent pain, but rather, IA IL seemed
90 me, with wrath. Sometimes | could
hear the rumbling OF words that sound
ed like oaths. Again I heard n rustling
as Of paper. Finally someone cried:
There. - FL" with tremendous
emphasis. The voice sounded unlike
Dyer's. yet could not bc sure. Pres
emily the light went out. / caught the
faint sound OF q closing door. Then all
was still.
waited fifteen minutes. according
10 my best judgment, but il might
not have been SO long. Then ] tried
the fastening OF the window, having
softly opened the blinds. IL seemed
20 lie secure. but OF last | forced the
catch. and raised the lower sash. The
pulley squonltd painfully. but IL aroused
no one. Having paused 90 make sure OF
that, / pushed aside the curtain and
thrust in my head. The room was to-
tally dark. climbed in cautiously. and
stood for moment listening. in The
gloom. Faint noises in the old house
counterfcited footballs. and would
have said that wos not alone. but for
the nimlcssness with which the pat
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-10-14
FALL WEATHER DANGERS.
Much Sickness Expected by the
Authorities.
Puriiana Recommended for the Public Health.

edy within reach of the people to-day.
Tens of thousands of patients have tried
Puritana with success. Testimony of all
sorts, public and confidential, has been
forthcoming from various sources, prov
Ing the value of Puritana beyond all
question.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1896-10-14
THE NEW ENGLAND R. R. CO

Passenger Trsin Service, Week Days,
Corrected to June II, 1890.
Trains leave PROVIDENCE ~ follows,
For Boston-5ssO. n'u a nAt hkHUAs nssp. ~
b:2b p m
wALPOLE-5.b6, II ;b5 o. IN.
FRANKIIN-s;s6. 1855 a m. ;5;1 p. n
MILO RD-5:55, IA :lS O. m; s:45 p. m
kRLINoToN-Fi2. .o6. btS, Fsi3o p.n
WEST ARLlN0ToN-Fl2;e6, 70 :fh Rs;3o ,. -
KNIGHTsvILLE-- Fi2 o.. 6,<s, Pc. 80, ''lIiiu p n
MAYLAND PAkK-F SEQ, y $500 nj i2iOA
Fsi2, F5;ts, + $3.50. t7;lb. Fs'ii no p. m
NATICk, RIVER POINT, CENTREvlLLA
wAsHINoToN-s:4o, s:oa . M; I::oA &:sA b;A
$3.50, '7:l5, s'l1;I0 p. m.
CRANsToN, oAKLAwN-s;so sios o m, i,NG
4;2s, 6.i6, $3.50. 7ii5. 'sll;io p. m.
PONTIAC, ARoTIC-fs;N . nj i2isS, tras. s,ta
$3.50. + 7il5, "ii:io p. m.
QuIpNIoK-siW mt aioa s:0. ESQ. 17ha
ssiiii0 p. m.
ANTHoNY-s:ta, $500 = m; issOk 4saa siSa. $50
COVENTRY, sTERLrNa-sAa sms q m, 1rsa
:;l5 ?. m.
SUMMIT, GREENE. oNEco, MoosUP. PLAIN.
FIELD-6;t0 $500. q. m; t26. 7sl5 p. m.
yEWETT CITY. CANTERBURY, SCOTLAND
VERSAILLES, BALTIC. SOUTH wINDHAA .
$50 $40 O. m, t:?b 7;i5p.m
wILLIMASTIC-sao. 300 q m; tiN. Tns p. -
HARTFoRD-5;to, $500 q. m. 4ia5, 7si6 p II
FIsHKILL EEWNURc-s:oo a. m
EORWICH-6;<9, 500 O. m; Ai75, 7ii5 .. q
WATERBURY, DANBuRY-sgoo o m.
CHICAGO AND THE WEST VIA NEwBURA
AND ERIE R'Y-s,oo a. m
PA5CoAG AND INTERMEDIATES sTATIoNs--
t.4S $3.50 a m; t,iO, e;sS. and ''ti;l6 p. m
Returning leave Psseoag at 5;z6 7ia6 q m;
1850, 5 40 and $500 p. m
All trains leave from west end Of Union Depot
Providence.
"ssturday' only Tstcp' on notice
KING. supt
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PRovIDENCE DIVISION
Corrected to Oct. 4. 1891

Corrected to Oct. 4. 1881
BOSTON sSt Ssi'' .,S.os siSss no.. no. ,sioi sai
2:O2 2.O4 s:as s:O2. 6:O.. SAL i;2a 1893
s;lo. s;5s. 1910 y, IN. Sundays - 5:iO. $3.50
bn0 a m; lEio d3;ts, 4;io. G;lo. 1903. s;ba
y. m. RETURNlNG-Leave BOSTON from Park
kaaare station bi2;oa Gas s:as. $500. clio 90.
l0:Oi lOii6. ~ IN. 1850, l;0s. 2iid 200. . 9;4i
4'4o. b;0u 6;ta 1900. sila HAS y. IN. sun
days-pl2;Vs dsiO. sls a M; nila s;oL 4Ia
ATTLE BoRo-5.4o. $3.50 $50. 7;o2. s,o2 s:ao. s,oL
1000. ilii0 n. m; R;O2. lz:i0. 2:0i 3:io. 4;O2.
$40 6:02 6:i0 7:l0 $40 1870. IL ~ y. IN.
sundays-5;,0 $50. $3.50. s:lQ a N. l2ii0 5;i5.
1;l0 6ito. b:lO. 7:i ,p. m.
NORTH ArrLE BURO aud PLAINVlLLE-6:io 10,
$40. ll;sg m; t!4o 6;i0, u:i1 p. IN.
SQndays-S.4b y. m.
wAMPUM. wRENTHAM. NORWOOD CENTRAL.
NORWOOD and DEDHAM-6:40. s:aO. liza
a m. s:49, y. m; sundays. 3ii0, D. M
MANSFIELD - oa:40. 8. 50. 7;02. s;0a $500. 1902,
m. i2;02 20i. s;02. 6;02. 7;l0 Sii0, 1910 y. AZ
sundays-b5:io, 5:5a slo a. H.; l.;io 4;lo.
b;iO pm
FitOhbufg and way stations. 6!Oo a. M i2;O2 and
siU2 p. IN.
Lowell and way stations $3.50 a. m I2:u7. s;os p IN
Taunton ana New BEDFORD. $40, $40. a m.
l2;o; ;;f0 40. $40. I0il0 y. m Sundays
$3.50 u. m and $500, Z: 40 D. IN (Tsuuton only
Mddleboro 6:s0. b;io "a IN; l2:iO, S;iO. 4:4O D. ~
D. IN Sundays 7:40 p.
Plymouth. $40, a M; l240, 4is0 p. IN
PORTS on Cape Cod. $50 a M l2.iO Sad
Cottage : City. it s.., ,o.O2. a. IN.
aAntucket, 5.iJ n. IN
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opened. and, with the aid Of my field
glasses, ] easily recognized Mrs Dyer
as the person who had opened them.
She passed TO the window In the south
crn wall. and Immediately a food OF
light streamed into the chamber. IL
was not sick room. certainly. The
bed was neatly made up. Beside IL
was a stand on which were several
books and magazines, but no phiais
or other detestable appurtenances OF
disease. "a,
. Tb~rr was no one else in the loom