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The Press., 1897-11-11
NATURES CYCLE PATH.
The Sandy Shore of Lake Erie Is Admir-
 bly Fitted For Wheeling.

The Sandy Shore of Lake Erie Is Admira-
 bly Fitted For Wheeling.
 Most of us al one time or another have basked for awhile upon some sandy beach of ocean or lake. We have bathed in the surf, gathered shells upon the shore, and thus whiled away many idle hours, but it was reserved for the bi- cycle to make us really acquainted with those stretches of beach and shore which seem to have been purposely prepared by kind Mother Nature as a glorious cycle path. Whether or not she orig finally intended it for wheels, she cer- tainly spends great deal of her time in keeping the path in repair, and those active servants of hers, wind and wave. rain and sun, are kept very busy at work upon it all the time.
 This long and varied path stretches in it's entirety hundreds of miles along our ocean shores and around the borders of our great lakes, but the particular bit with which we became familiar dur ing happy summer weeks, and to share in whose delights I would tempt others, is comp paratively small portion on the southern shore of Lake Erie It begins with the extreme end of Cedar point, which with its long arm holds in DOT tion of Sandusky bay, and extends east ward 15 miles or more up the shore This sandy shore continues all the way to Cleveland and beyond, but because of some intervening piles of rock one cannot ride the whole 50 or 60 miles The shorter distance is, however, enough for summer days ride, especially if one takes it comfortably and leisurely and appropriates to himself the count less joys spread before him.-Grace Wickham Curran in St. Nicholas.
The Press., 1897-11-11
THE TONE OF THE BELL

NoA Improved by the Use of Gold or Silver
 Tn the Bell Metal
 There is a general belief that the in- troduction of silver or gold in the cast ing of a bell assures for it superior tone, but an expert in founding bells says that such a belief is erroneous. He says that the best tone effect in bell metal is confined within very narrow limits, for any so called bell metal hav- ing more than 80 parts copper to 90 parts tin is too soft to produce the best quality of tone. while that having more tin than 2S parts in the 100 is much too brittle. There are bells in Europe whose clear tones were for many years credited to gold and silver that were supposed to have been added to the bell metal An analysis was made not long ago of the metal in one of these bells, and it failed to show any trace of gold or silver. The old German bell found CTS used to make their bells of 30 parts copper to 90 parts tin. In the opinion of this expert the strongest and best toned bell is obtained from 7o parts copper and 21 parts tin.
 "After the bell is drawn, says the expert, 1.-two sweeps are made and ad justed to an upright spindle in the cen ter of an iron case or flask, the flask having perforations all over It. Over the surface of the flask is coated, wet, @ layer of loam of equal and suitable thickness and baked Then another lay CT is coated on and baked, and so: on, layer after layer, until the proper shape, etc. are secured. There are two such iron holding eases, one fitting over the oth er The under one has the loam coating on its outer side, which has the inner shape of the proposed bell The upper iron molding case or flask has the loam on its inner surface, forming the out side shape of the bell. This is let down over the under mold and carefully ad- justed equally all around. leaving a space inside between the two molds. The under flask is called the core. The upper or outer one is called the case. The space is filled up by the molten bell metal, which. when cooled, is the bell.
 "When the bell is taken out of the molds it is polished. and then the hangings, tongue Cor clapper), etc.. {. were ringing test, partly to ascertain its tone and resonant quality and to observe its mechanical excellence and adjust ment. Then, if 1t appears to be good in all points, 1t is shipped to the purchaser. The making and shipping of bell usu- ally require from 10 to 15 days in the smaller sizes. The larger sizes-i. @. I, from l,5OO pounds and heavier-require more time. A peal of three or more bells requires from 40 to 90 days time, while chime of nine or more bells re- quires from three to six months.
 "Any foundry can, of course, readily make and select nine or ten bells in tune for 8 chime, but tune is one thing, tone Is another. "-Church Economist
The Press., 1897-11-11
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Sir John Drummond Hay was . 6ne and on one occasion. having been to interview the Moorish foreign minister at Fl Araish. 60 miles from Tangier, ht dosired to catch the outgo- ing steamer which left next morning. He had arranged that four relays of horses should be in readiness for his re- turn. On obtaining his reply he rode of. His escort, thoughtfully provided by tIle governor of El Araish, were early in the race left behind. They declared that Sir John. after outracing them, "spread large wings and flew away" He wore a loose cape. On arriving at the town of Azaila, half way to Tangier. be discovered that his relay was locked up in the stable, and, summoning some loafers, he battered in the door, ob- tained his mount and rode on till be ,ame up to his own pony. On reaching the river he jumped his pony into the ferryboat and out again on the oppo- site side and finally reached Tangier, having ridden the distance in five hours.
 On another occasion, when out with his children, a fanatic attacked him and one of his children, and Sir John sbTuCk Iuc uldu Wtbn 6hS OdhO hO OoAAAOA such a blow as stretched him seemingly lifeless on the ground, only vouchsafing The remark. "Take away the corpse. |" The crowd drew back, and the bigoted "pilgrim" was taken to the hospital. So severe was the cut given by the cane, a present from Sir Walter Scott to Sir Johns father, that we are told that the basha sent to inquire the nature of the weapon which had caused so dangerous a wound. The companions of the fanatic interceded for him, and Sir John, only too ready to listen to them, had his as- sailant spared the bastinado. London Epectator
The Press., 1897-11-11
The Servian Army.

A curious thing connected with the Servian army is the manner in which nearly all the regiments carry the big drum. Instead of being slung in front of the man who plays it this instrument is put upon a small two wheel cart drawn by large dog, the latter being so trained that he keeps his place even through the longest marches. The drummer walks behind the cart and performs on the instrument as it goes along. Each regiment has two or three drums, but scarcely any of the regi- ments have a band
The Press., 1897-11-11
TRACKING A CHILD.
Showing That Q Bloodh ound Is Not AL
 ways 8 Fierce Beast.

So many terrible ste tries of the feroc- ity of bloodhounds have been told that it is refreshing to read a true story of chase by a bloodhound in which the hunter and the hunted were equally satisfied. It is vouched for by a writer in Good Words, who had it from an eyewitness.
 The bloodhound was enjoying a stroll with his master on the sands of Weston super Mare, quietly following the horse his owner rode. Neither was thinking of a chase. In fact nothing seemed fur ther from the character of the dog than a desire to interfere with any human being. The group of pleasure seekers scattered over the sands saw nothing unusual in him, nor did the poor dis tracted woman who ran from one group to another frantically asking for tidings of a lost child. Nobody knew anything of the missing boy, and when in her desperation she approached the gentle man on the horse he also shook his head.
 But though he knew nothing of her boy, he was not so sure that he could not help her find him. He alighted from his horse, and trusting his arm through
 
 both hands carelessly round his head. Then he took from the woman some- thing that looked like child's hat and held 1t toward the dog, talking to him the while. The hound sniffed and whined mournfully, as if unwilling to leave his master. Soon, however, he lifted his head in the air, uttered short, sharp bark or bay and teSan snifhng about the sands.
 For a minute or two he followed the scent in a zigzag fashion, and then, with long, loud bay, turned off at an amazing pace, ran ill straight line across the sands, crossed the parade, and, baying as he went, turned down @ side street.
 That was an exciting chase-the field the streets of a populous watering place and the game lost child. The loud voice of the dog could be heard in the distance, guiding those who followed.
 The mothers feet were swift. but she could not keep up with the dog. On he went till he had run his prey to ground. Then be stopped and fawned upon the little lad, who was overjoyed to find so friendly a playmate. When the mother came up, hunter and hunted were the best of friends, so much so that neither was willing to part with the other.
 The gentleman had more than once to summon his dog before he would con- sent to leave the child. As for the boy, be could not be led away while the dog remained, and after the hound had dis appeared he was still he ard to murmur, "I would like that dear doggie for my
The Press., 1897-11-11
Barrie's Candor.

J. M. Barrie is more conscious of his limitations than are some of his fellow workers of the period. At the repeated solicitation of his journalist friends he consented some time ago to write the life of the late Alexander Russell of The Scotsman, but he immediately relin- quished the task when he perceived that biographical writing lay altogether out side his particular sphere of work.
The Press., 1897-11-11
EASY. ALL

ssEasy, alli" rings out the order, And the muscles cease to strain, And the swing of oars in rowlocks Stops it's rhythmical refrain, And the sinking heart beats freely, And the spent breath comes again "Easy, ali" Oh. joyous mandate To the strugglers on life's food. Be 1t but passing respite
 For the brain and strength and blood, Though far distant be the guerdon- Fame or wealth or hvelihoodi When the summer sunshine brightena Grimy street and sullen wall, Prom the strips of azure heaven Seems to come the kindly call: "Rest awhile, ye weary toilersl Drop your oars and easy, alli'
 Pail Mall Gazette.
The Press., 1897-11-11
WHAT TO DO.

There Is comfort in the knowledge so often expressed, that Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root, the great kidney remedy, fulfils every wish in relieving pain in the back. kidneys, liver, bladder and every part of the urinary passages. It corIects inabil- ity to hold urine and scalding pain in passing 1t, or bad effects following use of liquor, wine or beer, and overcomes that unpleasant necessity of being compelled to get up many times during the night to urinate. The mild and the extraordinary effect of Swamp Root Is soon realized. It stands the highest for its wonderful cures of the most distressing cases. If you need a medicine you should have the best. Sold by druggists, price fifty cents and one dollar. You may have a sample bot tie and pamphlet both sent free by mail. Mention The Press and send your address to Dr. Kllmer & Co.,, Blnghampton, N. !. The proprietors of this paper guar antee the genuineness of this offer.
The Press., 1897-11-11
A Limited Monarchy.

MT. Bluff (host at a little dinner of male friends)-Yes, gentlemen, I hold that every man should be master of his own house. There is no other way. We'll, as you are all through, gentlemen, suppose we adjourn to the library for a smoke?
 Waggish Guest-Why not smoke here in this grand old dining hall?
 "Um! Mrs Bluff won't let us ''- New York Weekly
The Press., 1897-11-11
An Ancient Telephone.

Edison may read with interest that in I7S3 M. Linquet de la Bastille issued a prospectus, published in the "Corre- spondence Secrete," London, 17SS (vol- ume IA, page 302), of "a singular ma- chine or experience of the propagation of sound and the voice through tubes pro- longed to great distance. If it succeed ed, he announced, people would be able to maintain with their sweethearts and friends at distance of some hundreds of leagues a conversation which would become somewhat public on the way. but by suppressing the names no one would be in the secret of the interlocu- tors.'' But it is not recorded that the scheme was put into practice In pa per published in L'Illustration for
 1854 by M. Charles BOurseul he says: Let us imagine that a person speaks
 near to a mobile plate sufficiently hexi-
 ble not to lose any of the vibrations pro duced by his voice, and that this plate
 interrupts and establishes accordingly communication with battery. Then we might have at distance another plate which would give at the same time the same vibrations An electric battery, two vibrating plates and a wire would be sufficient. In apportioning the hon. ors of telephonic discovery M Bourseul at least would seem entitled to a share New York Tribune.
The Press., 1897-11-11
Economy and Hfor~la

Wife-John, don't you think you bet. ter give up trying to shave yourself and go back to the barber?
 Husband-Why, of course not. See how much l save every month.
 Wife-Yes, know that, but then Willie is always around when you shave, and he is learning so many bad words- -Ohio State Journal
The Press., 1897-11-11

Warwick and the midlands boast a very innocent beverage. It is a concoc- tion of ginger, buttercup seed, cayenne and beet juice and is calculated to scorch the lining from a traction engine. Tax en raw, it is probably the hottest drink in the country, but it does no harm, and, if well watered, is pleasant enough.
The Press., 1897-11-11

J. c. Berry, one of the best known citizens of Spencer, Mo-, testifies that he cured himself of the worst kind of piles by using few boxes of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve He had been troubled with piles for over thirty years and had used many different kinds of so-called cures, but DeWitt's was the one that did the work and he will verify this statement if any one wishes to write him.-W. D. Heald.
The Press., 1897-11-11
rharais.C1assofpao,1a

Who are injured by the use Of coffee. Recently there has been placed in all the grocery stores a new preparation called GkAIN-O, made of pure grains, that takes the place of coffee. The most delicate stomach receives it without distress, cost over 4 as much. Children may drink 1t with great benefit. 15 cts. and 25 cts. per pack age. Try 1t. Ask for GRAIN-O.
The Press., 1897-11-11
ZoOloRfcal Gardena-

The following figures show the an- nual cost for maintenance of some of the principal foreign geological gar dens: Berlin, $137,50O Antwerp, $136, 800; Amsterdam. $105, 900; Lon don. $100, 900; Cologne, $75, 800; Rot terdam, $65. 900; Hanover, $42, 000; Paris, SEQ, Thus far the cost of maintaining the geological parks in Washington and Philadelphia has been S50, ,000 each per year,
The Press., 1897-11-11

A little child of J. R. Hays, living near Colquitt, Ga., overturned pot of boiling water, scalding itself SO severely that the skin came off it's breast and limbs. The distressed parents sent to MT. Bush, a merchant of Colquitt, for a remedy, and he promptly forwarded Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The child was suffering in- tensely, but was relieved by a single ap- plication of the Pain Balm. Another ap- plication or two made it sound and we'll. For sale by E. K. Taft, Stafford Springs, and G. L. Phillips, South Coventry.
The Press., 1897-11-11
Not Bird Built.

''There was a strange man here to see you today, papa" said little Ethel, who met her father in the hall as he came home on Wednesday night.
 "Did he have a bill?''
 ''No, papa He had just. plain nose. e."-Philadelphia Times.
The Press., 1897-11-11
HOW TO FIND OUT.

Fill a bottle or common glass with urine and let 1t stand twenty-four hours a sediment or settling indicates an un- healthy condition of the kidneys. When urine stains linen 1t Is evidence of kidney trouble. Too frequent desire to urinate, or pain in the back, is also convincing proof that the kidneys and bladder are out of order
The Press., 1897-11-11

Keats fell in love with Fanny Brawne, a dull and unattractive young woman. In Gs~~ of his letters to her he says, "I feel an awful warmth about the heart, like load of immortality.
The Press., 1897-11-11

WARNING who suffer from coughs and colds should heed the warn ings of danger and save themselves suf- ferings and fatal results by using One Minute Cough Cure.-W. D. Heald.
The Press., 1897-11-11

The heaviest bell in the world is that at Moscow, which weighs 432, 900 pounda That in city hall. New York, weighs 22. 300 bounds
The Press., 1897-11-11

Small pill, safe pill, best pill, DeWitt's Little Early Risers cure billousness, con- stipation, sick headache.-W. D. ,Heald.
The Press., 1897-11-11

The man who gave Worcester cheap cab service will make himself rich.
The Press., 1897-11-11

A woman is unhappy all summer be- cause she can't buy every pretty shirt waiste she sees
The Press., 1897-11-11

There is no need of little children be- ing tortured ny sca1d head. eczema and skin eruptions. Dewitt's Witch Hazel Salve gives instant relief and cures per manentlv.-W. D. Hpald
The Press., 1897-11-11

J. M. Thirswend, of Grosbeck, Tex. says that when he has spell of indiges. tion, and feels bad and sluggish, he takes two of DeWitt's Little Early Risers al night, and he is all right next morning Many thousands of others do the same thing. Do you?-W. H. Heald.
The Press., 1897-11-11

Some folks enjoy nothing so much as going around talking suspiciously about their neighbors.
The Press., 1897-11-11

Nantucket wants $1OO,OOO for harbor i'm provements.
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STATE OF OHIO, CITY OF ToLEDo,l ss

LUCAS COUNTY, sE,
 FRANK J. CHENEY makes oath that he is the senior partner of the firm of F. J. CHENEY 6 O., doing business in the City of Toledo, County and State aforesaid, and that said firm will pay the sum of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every case Of Catarrh that cannot be cured by the use of HALLS CATARRH CURE.
 FRANK J. CHENEY.
 sworn to before me and subscribed in my pres ence, this 9th day of December, A. D. 1SS6
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Where He Drew the Line.

1AI IL H. II AAbb HI LAS 1AhS4CAb 1EaS- ket'' is one about Scottish laird who had caught one day to his friends at the dinner table Donald," said he to the servant behind his chair-an old man, but a new servant-"how heavy was the fish l took yesterday?" Donald neither spoke nor moved. The laird re. peated the question. "Weel," replied Donald, cit was twal' pund at break fast, it had gotten to achteen at dinner time and it was sax and twenty when ye sat down to supper wi the captain. Then, after pause, he added, "I've been tellin lees a my life to please the shoot CTS, but I'll be blowed if I'm going to tell lees noo. through my old age. to please the fushers -
 FREE OF CHARGE TO SUFFERERS Cut this out and take it to your druggist and get sample bottle free of Dr. Kings New Discovery, for Consumption, Coughs and Colds. They do not ask you to buy before trying. This will show you the great merits of this truly wonderful rem edy, and show you what can be accom- plished by the regular size bottle. This is no experiment., and would be disastrous to the proprietors, did they not know it would invariably cure. Many of the best physicians are now using it in their prac- tice with great results, and are r. lying on it in most severe cases. It is guaranteed. Trial bottles free at E. K. Taft's Drug Store. Regular size 50 cts. and $1.
 The business failures in Connecticut during October, 1897, as reported by Bradstreet's mercantile agency, were Aruo ni, io gregating $27 .O9O and liabilities $1O4 TOO In October, 1866. the failures numbered thirty-six, with assets of $175.300 and liabilities of $564,7OO.
 Coffee should not be used especially by fi4shy or bilious persons. It thickens the blood. and apoplexy is oftentimes the result of its use. "Ayel's Hygienic Ger cal Coffee" contains all the elements of nutrition.
 It is not safe to criticize folks too reck- they may he.
 You can't cure consumption, but you can avoid it and cure every other form of throat or lung trouble by the use of One Minute Cough Cure.-W. D. Heald. A vocal solo by women S9 years old was feature of a social at Chester, N.
 H., recently.
 Disagreement for life by burns or scalde may be avoided by using DeWitt's Witch
 Hazel Salve, the greatest remedy for piles and for all kinds of sores and skin | troubles.-W. D. Heald Portland soon expects to see foreign steamers sailing from that port all the year round.
 You can't afford to rish your life by all | lowing cold to develop into pneumonia
 or consumption. Instant relief and cer-
 tain cure are afforded by One Minute Cough Cure.-W. D. Heald Lots of men would like to get pen sion, but not ne"rly so many want to go | to war.
 There is no need of little children be-
 ing tortured ny scald head. eczema and
 skin eruptions. Dewitt's Witch Hazel Salve gives instant relief and cures per | manently.-W. D. Heald. A woman is unhappy all summer be-
 cause she can't buy every pretty shirt | waiste she sees.
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PROF. STODDARD
 Smith College
Pwo-Febrm
 7abets
ENDORSES

He Writes:
 T think most highly of Pyro-Febrin Tablets, not only from knowledge of their composition but from use in my own family as remedy for Headaches and Head Colds. They contain no opium or other ingredients to which objection could be made, and are we'll calculated to accomplish the results intended.
 JOHN T. sTODDARD,
 Professor of Chemistry" Will relieve any kind of headache in from five to fifteen minutes. Will stop hay fever and head colds in one day. For sick and nervous headaches, neuralgia, or any head pain or congestion. lnyaluable to la- dies subject to periodical headaches Price 26o. W@To any one desiring 70 test tAese 7a6Leks, q HberaI triaL backage zvfU6s sent if thfs advertisement De mailed, zvifH 2-cenf Sfamb, 10 PYRO-FEBRIN CO.,. Northampton. Mass.I ' Sold by w. w. -LATHROP-
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Lots of men would like to get pen sion, but not ne"rly so many want to go to war.
The Press., 1897-11-11

You can't afford to rish your life by all lowing cold to develop into pneumonia or consumption. Instant relief and a cer- tain cure are afforded by One Minute Cough Cure.-W. D. Heald.
The Press., 1897-11-11

It is not safe to criticize folks too reck. lessly, for you can't tell whose relatives they may be.
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Coffee should not be used especially by fl+shy or bilious persons. It thickens the blood, and apoplexy is oftentimos the result of its use. Ayers Hygienic Ger cal Coffee" contains all the elements of nutrition.
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The beauty of bicycle is only enamel
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Portland soon expects to see foreign steamers sailing from that port all the year round.
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The business failures in Connecticut during October, 1897, as reported by Bradstreets mercantile agency, were twenty-eight in number. with assets ag- gregating $27 ,O9O and liabilities $1O47OO In October. 1896. the failures numbered thirty-six, with assets of SITS. 300 and liabilities of $564. 700.
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Disagreement for life by burns or scalds may be avoided by using DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve, the greatest remedy for piles and for all kinds of sores and skin troubles.-W. D. Heald
The Press., 1897-11-11

You can't cure consumption, hut you can avoid it and cure every other form of throat or lung trouble by the use of One Minute Cough Cure.-W. D. Hpald
 A vocal solo by a women 89 years old was feature of a social at Chester, N. H., recently.
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Three thousand deer was the record for Maine last month.