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The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
NIGHT DISPLAY AT THE PARK.
1900 People Witnessed the Fire
works and Performance.

works and Performance.
The people are agreeably surprised and
more than delighted with the excellent
night entertainment that is being present.
ca IN the park extension by the asocia-
uon. The amusement committee deserve
the thanks of the public for the creditabl
entertainment it has furnished at a price
o"er than such an entertainment has
ever been seen for before, here or any
where else
me entertainment is opened with a
ss.tictly frst-class vaudeville performance,
E-u concludes with a display of fireworks
ogller than any Pain & Sons have ever
blEen in Savannah before. Among the
essl feats of the vaudeville performances
Ute nose of Harry LaRose who has been
IN In rain e. Son for two years. His
woIk IN climbing the spiral on the big
oYuen sphere, see-saw on the big sphere
citt shooting, and his handling of the
MS IS such as requires much time and
P9tehce to perfect
la. was much enjoyed by the spectators
ll5st night. The MARITIME family, Mr.. and
-A''e. Marine and their little daughter
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PORT PARAGRAPHS.
Maritime Matters of Local ana Gem
crai Interest.

-AaAA AAAAN NAAAAAfNH ~ As0tAA ana Hem-
crai Interest.
The pilot boat Frances Elizabeth, Capt.
Mcneil of Fernandina, arrived yesterday
with party of friends Of Capt Mcneil to
spend May week in the city. The boat win
be hauled out on the marine railways for
general overhauling before she returns
TO Fernandina.
The schooner VIM. II. Swan cleared ana
sailed yesterday for Philadelphia with
5S3 1863 feet OF pitch pine lumber. The car
go was shipped by the Georgia Lumber
Company.
The Norwegian bark Alborga. which has
been at Tybee for the past week awaiting
orders was ordered TO sail for Whining
ton. y. c., yesterday to load naval stores
for Europe. The Alborga has a cargo of
salt consigned TO G. NJ. Gilbert or this
city. which will be discharged at Whining
ton.
Capt. T. &. Strachans yacht Scotia has
been hauled out on Willnks marine rail-
ways for a general overhauling.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13

NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDfT-
ORS.
GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY
Notice is hereby given to all persons hav-
of said county, deceased, to present them
to me, properly made out, within the time
prescribed by, law. 50 as to show their
indebted to said deceased are required to
make immediate payment to me-
JORDAN +. BROOKS,
Administrator Estate of Lemon Grayson,
deceased.
Savannah, April G, 1895.
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ron Observation-Disclosures.

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FOR RENT, LARGE BLACKSMITH
SHOP paint and wagon rooms, with ele-
vator. 10 and y New street in first class
condition; reasonable terms. Apply on
premises.
FOR RENT, OFFICE ca BULL,
street; immediate possession. Apply to
George w. Owens, 124 Bryan street
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES.

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GRAIN, PROVISIONS OR STOCKS
bought sold or carried on margins; write
for our yearly Book" the best ever pub
lished and market letters, both free; now is
the time to buy wheat, while the price ix
low; speculative investments and grain
consignments solicited by the old estab-
lished firm Of Foster & Co., suite %, Gaff
building, Chicago.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
AUCTION SALES.
ANOTHER BIG FURNITURE SALE
ELEGANT NEW FURNITURE OF ALL
KINDS AT AUCTION.

MINDS Al ALNlloNs
c. IT. DORsETT, Auctioneer.
VIII sell without reserve at I42
Congress street. Wednesday. May
18th, Mt II o'clock, and on every
alternate day, until the stock is
closed out.
a Consignment of Handsome Fur
niture, in Oak, Walnut, Cherry and
Mahogany ParIor suites. ChiRo-
niers, Book Cases, Folding Beds,
Lounges, Handsome bedroom SETS
in All styles, Fancy Chairs, Tables,
Rockers, Wardrobes, Separate
Pieces. China Closets. Hat Racks,
Dining Room, bedroom and Han
Chairs, Extension Tables, Side
Doards and sundry other Articles
Useful ana Ornamental.
These are real bargains, and are
consigned with no other instruc-
lions, but 20 sell and turn into
money.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
SUMMER RESORTS.

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MOUNTAIN VIEW INN, OPEN JUNE
/. Is a delightful and inexpensive summer
resort. Free carriage to guests. Write for
circular. Proprietress, Mrs. DR.. A. G.
Bledsoe. a. G. BledEoe, Jr., business man
ager, Amherst, Va.
SUMMER BOARD IN THE NOUN
tains Of Virginia, Reference, Rev Robb
White For circulars address F. Ran-
dolph, Keswick, Albemarle county, Vir-
ginia.
TURNERVILLE HOTEL. GEORGIA.
wanted, 40 boarders for the summer. w.
c. Davidson, Turnerville, Ca.
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At THE THEATER.
The Punch Robertson Company's
Production OF ..Thc Gold King"

The Punch Robertson Compnny's
Production OF 1.-THE Gold King"
The Punch Robertson Company pre-
sented the cold King 40 the theater
last night. A large audience appiauded
the performers heartily. Members Of the
visiting military companies occupied two
boxes, ana enjoyed the performance
heartily. The audience was largely made
up OF out OF town people. many OF whom
came over an hour late through mlstaking
standard Tor the city time. Many OF those
present had visited the old thcater IN
former years ana were much surprised at
the beauty OF the decorations and the
comforts provided for them In she new
play house.
The Forest City Dramatic Company pre-
sehteu q tWo-act drama, entitled The
Gas iaWay, Tor the benefit OF tue Ogle-
thorpe light Infantry. at Masonic nan
iast night a large audience was present,
which included several members OF the
N.sltlng mlltary companies. The mem-
bers OF the cast acquitted themselves add
mlraoly in their roles. Miss g.. ". Nc
Coy, VINO enacted the part OF billy the
lowing was the cast:
Dr. Harlem. Principle Of Greenlalse Semi
Harry Harlem. His Son WIN. S. Adams
Fred hastings, His Pupil ....S. r. Lewis
Jonathan Wild Butts, The Town Com
stable ....................C. +. kOsSignOl
Mrs. Loring ........... AIiss l.. a. Houston
Lucy Harlem ...........Miss Il. NJ. Banks
Dilly picked from the streeO...............
.-...... ............... Miss @. W. Mccoy
After the performance dancing was in
dulged in.
The opera, Pirates of Penzance." viii
be produced under the most suspicious
circumstances at the theater next Tues
day night with matinee on Wednesday.
The leading characters are in the hands
or the pest talent the city affords, While
the chorus is strong and well drilled.
The board of education has given its
hearty approval of the object of the en-
tertainment. the placing of music charts
in all the schools, and Judging from the
general interest and the early sale of
large number OF tickets. the public is
giving its best support toward the hnan-
cial success Of the opera.
The children of the four orphan homes
have received an invitation from the man
ayers of the PIRATES of Penzance" to
witness the performance Of tho opera mt
the theater Tuesday night May ~. They
VIII occupy the upper gallery.
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When Baby was sick, we gave her Castoria.
When she was a Child, she cried for Castoria.
When she bseame Miss, she chung to Castoria.
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FOR SALE.


FOR SALE, AT AUCTION. ONE PAIR
OF Kentucky horses, suitable for double
buggy or light carriage; sold for no fault,
but because the owner, Mr.. L. IT, Turner
Is about 20 leave the city; can be treated
for at private sale G. IL. Dorset.
FOR SALE. AN ELEGANT, COM
Portable modern home on as feet front;
ground facing south; fine location; small
cash payment Address Box 93.
FOR SALE. FINE MATHUsHEK PA
no, with automatic attachment stool Cow
er and music for attachment; only In uso
three months; viii sell considerably be-
low cost. to responsible party will make
terms 70 suit purchaser. Address Auto
matte, this Office.
BEFORE YOU BUY OR SELL PROP
erty consult Robert II. Tatem, Real Es-
tate Dealer. 10 York street, near Bun
street.
CYPRESS PILING AND SHINGLES;
black cypress piles at special pricen IN
quantities; cypress shingles reduced to
M.15 and 225 per thousand; boats can
load at the mills: carload lots n speciality
Vale Royal Manufacturing Company.
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MIscELLANEoUs wANTs.

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WANTED, BY A YOUNG MAN, BOARD
in nice private family. Address r., this
office.
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If YOU WANT GOOD MATERIAL.
and work, order your autographed and
printed stationery and blank books from
Morning News, Savannah. Ca.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13

Special Texas acknowledgements 80.
cloudy; Huntsville, .16, cloudy; Luling. .O2,
partly cloudy; Kerrville. r; Houston. n;
san Antonio, T. Ballinger, Cuero and I,uf-
kin not received.
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LOST, MONDAY LAST. A BUNCH OF
keys. Reward II returned TO room IL
Provident building. Fred NJ. Huh.
LOST LARGE BROWN RUSSIAN
seal pOcketbook; makers names, Human
OF ST. Petersburg on inside. Finder will
be rewarded by returning to superintend-
ent of Guards Club.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
IN THE RAILROAD WORLD.

Matters of Interest in Savannah and
Elsewhere.
The Central railroad has issued a circu-
lar reducing the price Of excess baggage
coupon tickets from 50 to SO. These books
will contain 500 coupons EACH and each
coupon will be accepted at the face value
OF cents each by all local agents in pay
ment for excess baggage charges.
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LEGAL NOTICES.
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ORS
GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY
Notice is hereby given to all persons bav-
ing demands against Julia Walls, late
of said county, deceased to present them
to me, properly made out within the time
prescribed by law, so as to show their
character and amount; and all persons
indebted to said deceased are required rs
make immediate payment to me-
JORDAN +. BROOKS.
Administrator Estate of Julia Walls. de-
ceased.
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FOR SALE.


FOR SALE, A LOT OF SURGICAL, IN
struments and medical books, cheap for
cash. Address M D., care Morning News.
FOR SALE, 500 FOLDING CHAIRS.
one Remington typewriter, one Caligraph
wall show cases, counters, window shades
gas MIXTURES, travelling sample trunks, flag
poles, signs, wire screens, and miscellan-
eous lot Of accumulated store fixtures
Ludden & Bates.
FOR SALE, FINE HORSE AND BUG
gy; perfectly safe for lady to drive. APP
ply at ~ Congress.
ATTENTION, TRUCK FARMERS
for sale at reduced rates, newly manu-
featured potato and pear barrels. call IN
or address The Entelman Company, 2lS
Bay street.
HOPE. DEFERRED AlAKETH THE
heart SICK Get your piano right now:
only s. monthly. Ludden & Bates S. NJ
BETTER THAN LIFE INSURANCE.:
buy piano at IS monthly Plenty of EN-
at Ludden & Bates S. NJ. H
LIFE. AT BEST, IS SHORT ADD 4
rev years TO II, then, by purchasing a
piano at So monthly. Ludden & Bates S.
NJ. II.
IS MONTHLY; HAVE A THOUGHT
Tor the dear ones at home; get a piano
at Ludden & Bates S. NJ. II.
GET. A GOOD PIANO AT IS MONTH
ly; only one such chance in a lifetime.
Ludden & Bates S. ". II.
FOR IS MONTHLY You CAN GET 4
piano at Ludden & Bates S. NJ. H.
DO YOU WANT A PIANO? WE CAN
supply the need at s. monthly. Ludden
& Bates S. NJ. H.
CAN YOU AFFORD TO MISS THIS
opportunity? IS monthly for a piano; YOU
can't miss the amounts. Ludden & Bates
S. NJ. II.
BE SURE TO BUY A PIANO BEFORE
you leave town; S monthly until paid for.
Ludden & Bates s. VI. II.
A PIANO FOR SALE ON PAYMENTS
Of S. monthly; a big bargain; cali early
Ludden & Bates S. NJ. II.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
HOUSES AND STORES ron RENT.

FOR RENT HOUSES 1O2 AND 10iB
Habersham street. Apply ]. NJ Asendorf
99iA Habersham street.
FOR RENT, TIE -FOUR STORY
brick house, l68 Liberty street; southern
frontage; thoroughly renovated; posses
sion Immediately. Apply Albert Wylly, 12O
Bryan street.
FOR RENT, BAKERY AND RESI-
dence No. "a Bryan street, between Ha-
bersham and Lincoln, known as the o. X
Bakery; well established business; cheap
rent. Apply to Z. Schafer, 50 jefferson
street.
FOR RENT, DESIRABLE RESI-
dences, IN best locations. Apply to Cham
plon & Germany. 11S Bryan street
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ROOMS ron RENT.

FOR RENT, ROOMS, DELIGHTFUL
~ fIfrnished south front, all improve
ments. 30 Harris.
FLAT AND YARD. WITH BATH. SSh
Houston street opposite Green square.
FOR RENT, PARTIES WITHOUT
small children can find three desirable,
light. south front rooms, bath and gas
partly furnished, If desired. "a Gordon.
ELEGANT ROOMS, FIRST FLOOR
large hall. third floor, Lyons block; also
six rooms, corner Wayne and whitaker;
rent reasonable. Inquire John Lyons.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13
MISCELLANEOUS.

CALL At f. c. PACETTI'S AND GET
your roof repaired and painted "A Whit
aker.
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RAILWAYS READY RELIEF
CURES AND PREVENTS

Colds, Coughs, Sore Throat, Influenza,
bronchitis, Pneumonia, Rheumatism,
Neuralgia, Headache, Ioothache,
Asthma, Difficult Breathing.
CURES THE WORST PAINS in from
one 70 twenty minutes. Not one hour az
Ter reading this advertisement need any
one SUFFER WITH PAIN
ACHES AND PAINS.
For headache whether sick or nervous).
toothache, neuralgia, rheumatism, lumod-
go, pains aud weakness in the back. spine
or kidneys. pains around the liver. pleu-
rlsy, swelling Of ;he Joints ana pains OF
an kinds, the application OF Railway 5
Ready Relief will AFFORD imme date ease
and its continued use for few days et-
iect permanent cure.
TAKEN INWARDLN-A haf 20 a tea
spoonful In half tumbler Of water for
stomach trouble. Collie Wind I'm the bow
els, Cold Chills. Fever and Ague, Diar-
rhoea, Sick Headache, and all internal
Price. soc. per bottle Sold by all Druggists
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l>.I}>IR/

Instantly stops the most excruciaung
pains. allays Inflammation and cures con-
gestions. whether OF the Lungs, Stomach
Bowels, or other glands or mucous menu
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R0uMILLATS TANNnPILlNE.

The Greatest Pile Remedy known: re-
lieves the most aggravated case in five
minutes. A cure guaranteed or money
refunded.
For sale by all druggists; 80 cents.
Trade supplied by SOLOMONS & co.
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LIFE. AT BEST, IS SHORT. ADD 4
few years to IL, then, by purchasing 4
piano at So monthly. Ludden & Bates S
NJ. H.
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CAN YOU AFFORD no MISS TTTIs
opportunity? IS monthly for a piano; Won
can't miss the amounts. Ludden & Bates
S. NJ. II.
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13

FOR SALE. A LOT OF SURGICAL. IN
struments and medical books, cheap for
cash. Address M. D., care Morning News
The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1896-05-13

GET A GOOD PIANO AT IS MONTH
ly; only one such chance in a lifetime.
Ludden & Bates S. NJ II.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1896-12-31
PERSONAL AND LITERARY.

John Gordon has written q life OF
Christ for the young, entitled 'Thres
Children of Galilee."
Daniel Campbell and wife, Of Walton
county, Fla, are said to be respectively
III and u2 years old
Prof. McKenrick, OF Glasgow unirer
sity, showed at the meeting of the Brit
ish association a new apparatus, pre-
Dared by himself and Lord Kelvin, by
Which the deaf might be enabled 10 en-.
Joy the rhythm of music
An English expert declares that he.
knows of at least 600 counterfeits OF the
old masters which are now hanging in
the private galleries Of the United
States, and ali of which were originally
purchased in Europe at very high prices.
The ameer of Afghanistan is careful
~ training his future successor in state
affairs Abdurrahman now leaves much
Of his work to Habibullah Khan, and
only deals personally with the most
important questions, such as relations
with the Indian government.
Queen Amelia, of Portugal, has earned
the love and gratitude of Lisbon by in.
terest;ng herself personally and effect
ually in improving the hygienic condi-
ton of the city, and in providing medi-
cal and surgical attendance for the poor,
and especially for the children of the
eoor.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1896-12-31
ShiDDers,
WOOL MARKET FOR THE YEAR
One of the Most Remarkable Seasons in the
Trades History.
Pill Strand. GALVESTON.

Boston, Mass, Dec 30-The American
Wool and Cotton Reporter VIII have the
following to say tomorrow of the Wool
trade of the past year:
THE year 1896 is destined to stand out
prominently in the annals OF the Wool
trade, sales of wool in the three principal
markets of the country TO Dec. 81 asgregat-
ing 2H.2l1 800 pounds, as compared with
229 pounds Dec. Is 1892 The leading event
of the year has been the closing down OF a
large part of the wooden and worsted ma
chinery of the country. This movement
began early in the year, and II is a cOnser-
Native estimate that during midsummer at
least 10 per cent of the ma chinery was idle.
"A noteworthy feature OF the twelve
months just closing has been the specula-
tive character of the market Prices have
never been lower on most grades OF domes-
TIC wool than during the late summer and
early fall of 1895
Receipts of domestic wool In Boston for
the year aggregated 81, 73s, 80 pounds. To
this must be added 80. ss6. ~ pounds car
ried over from the previous year. making
a total of 81. g7.i79 pounds. Sales of DO
nestle amounted to Ill. So pounds and
in addition to this at least 100000 pounds
were shipped abroad Receipts OF foreign
amounted TO $685. SO pounds 10 which must
be added about 15,l7S,5oo pounds brought
over from 1895.
SALES of foreign aggregated +2OSe. 80
pounds Besides this amount SGs5. 90
pounds of Australian went direct to mills
ard 5.S2S, 90 pounds Of Australian were re-
shipped. Adding 10 the above the amount
OF carpet and other woods which went d.
rect 10 mills. there was left on hand at the
end OF the year foreign wool 10 The amount
Of 15.c45.Odo pounds.
THE stock Of wool IN Boston. not inclui-
irg wool IN store owned by manufs c.ursrs.
amounts 10 99,s5.57s pounds domestic and
y. e45,i s0 pounds ofTeigu, as compared with
s0,73s7S pounds domestic and I5.l2o. 10
pounds foreign last year.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1896-12-31
srnled PARTRIDGE ON Toasn

Partridge broiled makes a delightful
course at luncheon served on delicate
squares of toast bread. After prepar-
ing the bird with great nicely, divide
and fatten it with meat bat, dip in
melted butter. and broil over a clear
fire. Serve with mushrooms prepared
as followsI Take a pint of mushrooms,
and pare them neatly, removing the
stalks; as they are pared drop into Wa
ter, to which has been added some
lemon juice TO preserve their color
When all are prepared take them from
the water. drain well, and put them
into a saucepan with three ounces of
fresh butter, white pepper and salt to
taste and the juice of half a lemon.
Cover them closely and simmer for 90
minutes; then sift in dessertspoonful
u -four. and very little cream-about
four Lablespoonfuls will be sufficient:
add little grated nutmeg. and serve
hot garnished with parsley.-Ladies'
Home Journal.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1896-12-31
LIVESTOCK Markets
CHICAGO.

Chicago III. Dec. 5o.-Cattle-There was
a brisk demand at decidedly stronger prices
and cattle that were al all desirsole IN Qual-
ity were sold at advances OF lVal9 GEMS.
Sales were on basis of s3.5Od3.i3 for the
common qualities of dressed beef up 10 So-oo
T5.Z5 for strictly choice shipping cattle,
with fancy beeves quotable at so-5vtto.7e.
Sales were made from g for common STOCK
cattle up to 81 for prime feeding steers
Prime calves sold UP 70 $50. an aaSa nee
of lOc. Texas cattle sold largely al sS-se9
40
Hog-Trade was active at somewhat
stronger prices. Common 70 prime s s sol1 ae
S3.O5G5.45. with trading largely at S-9sq5-
Pigs sold freely at sS:OqS45 and packing
hogs brought $2.a5I3.20.
Sheep-There was a strong demand for
sheep and prices remained steady but lambs
were lower than last week sales We're on
a basis OF s2Oed2-J0 for culls and inferior
sheep. up to S35OI3.75 for choice fiocks
with westerns selling at s2.s1a3.55. Lambs
were in demand at $500. 10 or common
TO choice: yeariings sold at S.69qi. "a
Rece.pts-Cattle, $500; hogs, 5000; sheep.
1900.
Kansas City. Mo-, Dec. So.-Cattle-Re-
ceipts, 400; shipments. 200; market open
steers, s240d575; Texas cows, Si65G210; ma
tive steers. S3.05G4.s5: native cows and hell
ers,. 81. e503.55: stockers and feeders, S2'Sq
3.S5; bulls, S1.75G3.3o.
HogS-ReceiptS, l2,Vp, shipments, iioiie,
market opened weak to 5d10 cents lower;
closed strong Bulk of sales SlO13D
heavies, 81 950S. 2214; packers S09dS-2 2l9
mixed. S3.10d3.25; lights, s3-l5d5.So; Pigs,
81 s5G3.O5.
Sheep-Receipts, 400; shipments, none;
market strong and active. Lambs $3.50
so; muttons, S2.o5G3i0.
ST. LOUIS.
st. Louis Mo-, Dec. 39.-Cattle-Receipts,
900: market a shade better. Native ship
ping steers, s3.5005.O0; stockers and feeders
50 OOI365: cows and heifers, N.15n3.5O; Tex
IS and Indian steers. s2.5c04.0o; COWS, sl.io
G275.
Hogs-Receipts 1000; market steady 20
strong. Lights. $3.2oaS.S0; mixed, s3, l0gS.SO;
heavy, 3.o0G3.35.
Sheep-Receipts 800; market strong. Nut
tons, S250G3.S5; lambs. $3.G0q5.O0.
NEW YORK.
New York, Dec. 3o-BeeveS-Receipts, ls3,
steers. bulls and bologna cows firm; oxen
and ffeshy cows lower; native steers, $3.50
30: stays and oxen. 81 35Gt4.25; bulls, S2.559
325: dry cows. 81. 4013.2G.
Gables quote American steers at lVdHc
dressed weight; sheep at Sls0l0i2c dressed
weight; refrigerator beef at 7l91Sl2c. Ex-
ports, 1918 beeves; loo sheep, and 4,S22 quar-
tiers fbeef.
Sheep and Lambs-Receipts, 1850; sheep
slightly lower; lambs very duh and lower;
sheep, S27JG3.75; lambs, s5.O0d550.
Hogs-Receipts, 5,9s2; steady al SS.50giOo.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1896-12-31
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.

Queen Victoria frequently examines
her will. 1t is engrossed on vellum,
quarto size. and is beautifully bound.
While digging near blasted tree,
on his farm, in Beech Grove, Tex, Samp-
son Glider found an iron pot which
contained $3.50 in gold.
The taxable wealth Of the negro
population in the United States is over
e300, 200, coo. There are 23,462 negro
church bodies, with church property
valued at over s26,626,44s. There are
over 900 college-trained ministers and
p,677,977 church communicates. The
census shows that there are nearly
],0oo,O0 communicates.
The gas engine, which in Europe
has now supplanted tho steam engine
for moderate power, is being used in
France for ships. A new gasboat on
the Havre-Rouen-Paris line is 100 feet
long, with seven feet draught, and at
tains speed of seven knots. The gas
is stored in steel tubes under a pres
sure of IS atmospheres. The engine is
a two-cylinder one and Is of 40 horse
power.
Only 900 persons in LOCO, 700, accord.
Ing to medical authority, die from old
age, while 1900 succumb to gout, 49,
400 to measles, 2,7oo to apoplexy, 1000
to erysipelas, 1900 to consumption. 49,
900 to scarlet fever, Is, 1000 to whooping
cough, 10000 to typhoid and typhus and
1000 to rheumatism The averages vary
according to locality, but these are con.
sidered accurate as regards the popula-
ton of the globe as whole.
There are some horses working in
cities which have never been seen ta
lie down in their lives. They continue
20 work for years, and always sleep
standing; but their rest is said to be
incomplete, and their joints and sim
ews stiffen. Young horses from the
country are liable to refuse to lie down
when frst placed in a stable in town.
and the habit may become confirmed
unless special pains are taken to pre-
vent it,