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The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29
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RESULT
Knives 10 tho value Of per cent Of importa.
tiona, duty would BIO 10 per cont,
Knives 20 tho value Of w per cont Of impor'
tntiona, duty would DO lia'g per cont
The duty ON pookot cutlery for some years
prior TO 1900 waa "a per cent Nd yal0rem,
From 1900 20 1900 II was 20 per cent nd va
loren, with the exceptions OF n short time
during that period when Il was % per cent nd
yal0fem,
rhe Mckinley tarlir averaged about Ol por
cont nd yHlurum,
Tho Wilson tariff averaged about bi per cont
nd yAlofum,
Tho proposed pihgley taHd viii average,
baBed on tho imporiatons Of 1900 llala per
cent nd yhlorem on "a per cent Of all knives
imported during that yehr,
Ghe equivalent ad valorom duties ON tho fol-
lowing popular description Of lWiyoH under
tho Molllnloy bin, Wilson bin mud proposed
plngoy bill, are ~ foll0wHl
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If YOU wish to buy II buggy, n
wagon, or set Of harness, the
TcNnrlSnnn Carriage Company,
No. l2l i3nst Br0nd street, cNn
supply you, They have n large
stock, nll grades, and can plcnse
you In both style and price, III
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| am prepared to pack pianos or
furniture, and remove the same at
reasonable prices, Also contract
for any kind Of hauling, Call on
Transfer Co.
32l. LEW CuLLEY, Mgr
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A 0rpat nemoorpllo larmonl,of

"The bhgley bin has dene mme IN
three days to reconstruct and strengthen
the Democratic pafty than al the haf=
manisefs and e6htiliatofs ahd managers
could have done IA u year. the Balti.
morn NnMa lDnm. } HnYa
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29

Rogers wagon, with fresh bread,
viii make two rounds day morn-
Ing and afternoon, Make your
wants known and you will be sup.
piled, 23l
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For high grade real estate, resi-
denee or business property, call on
w. g. Cook, No. 2Ol, East Broad
atreet, 8,l0'
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29

We always glve our euHtomcla
the beat the market affords, full
waighte aud prompt attention,
iiUDDLEalON llR0a,
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palronlac push and enterprise,
IIuddeHlon Bros, always keep the
beat Of fresh meats, eteu aud
promptly deliver the same delivered
TO all parts of The city,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29

For constipation use Browns
Iron Toaie cures heartburn, For
sale by Smith Drug 90,
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Good Grazing.

Stock pastured on city limits at
500 per head, per month,
AZ j, u, KuDy,
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Fine Ice Cream with
crushed fruits. Smith
Drug Co. 4-4

Those beautiful silver belt buck
les at H. u, Sehdsters always please
The ladies', Call aud see them 1870
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29
30 Warren ST. New York Oily

/ suffered from Catarrh three
years II got 40 bad ! could not
work. | used two bottles of lBly'H
Cream Balm and am entirely WE'LL
I would not be without It,-A O.,
Clarke, 8ll Shawmut Ave, Boston,
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Good shoes, low prices, beautiful
pictures and nice shines, Is what
you get at our store,
DELAMAR ~ O NEAL
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Parents wIahing thelr children
taught musIc should send 10 lcach'
ora who are here TO stay Prof
and Mrs ~ ", MeOann, teachers
Of violin mandolin piano and y0H
cal For terms etc, call on or ads
dress H. ID MCCAIN l13 Walnut
street IF
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29

Joe Meshaur SELLS ~ lbs. granu
ttsdspgar for tl=9s lbs yell u
clarified, lO'l2
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IN ncebwear, half hose, suspen.
ders and gloves we can suit you,
SHARPE ~ lIREwEn
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OulrA COAL, Ask TeXarkaua
lee Ca, about H. II
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29

Go aud order one OF those cole
itorage steaks trom Nick llraumiI'
lpr There IA none H0 sweet aht
,uley, ago
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A Good Investment,

On receipt Of ten cents, cash or
stamps, generous sample will be
mailed of the most popular Catarfh
and Hay Fever Cure (Ely's Cream
Balm) sufficient to demonstrate lts
great merit, Full elge b0e
- ~ m AHLI llAE
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29

n is no use IN saying we can d
This af we can do that We AZ,
leaders Ia cur line,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-04-29

SHARPE N llhtWth,
Unto date hattom, iuruhheft anC
eloth.eHl
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
Y. NJ. C. A. NOTES.

Rev. A. p. Cobb, the newly elected
pastor of the First Christian church,
will talk to the men i'm the Y. NJ C.
A. hall Sunday afternoon at o'clock.
At three o'clock Secretary Shaw will
conduct the boys meeting. He will
present each attendant with ticket of
admittance to boys peanut and APP
pie scramble to take place in the asso-
citation hall on the following Thursday
night
The ladies' auxiliary held well at
tended and unusually enthusiastic
meeting in the parlors last evening and
appointed committees to arrange
jointly with committees from the as
ISOLATION for the new year. The fol-
lowing were appointed chairmen of the
various committees: Chairman-in-
chief, Mrs. Davis; reception. Mrs. Mil
burn; invitation, Miss Gilbert; decora-
tons, Miss Lowdy; program, Mrs. r. A
Holland.
Secretary Shaw will announce the
committee of gentlemen the first of
next week.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
PILES ARE UNIVERSAL.

One person in everv four has some
sort of rectal trouble. Remedies that
will relieve are plenty, but there is
one remedy only that radically cures
the most stubborn cases, Tabner's
Buckeye Pill Ointmep: cures blind,
bleeding, itching and protruding piles,
no matter how old or serious the case
may he. No pain, no operation. no
loss Of time and but trlfiing expense.
If your case is serious you must choose
between surgery or Buckeye Pile Oint-
ment. The latter is the surest. Price,
in bottles, 90 cents; in tubes 70 cents.
Sold by h Renss and G. Schasse.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
FORT SAM HOUSTON.

This post, the second largest in the
country is also the headquarters Of the
Military Department of Texas, Brig
adler General w. NJ. Graham, COM
manding.
The upper parade ground is Fort
Sam Houston proper and where the
dagstaff is located. The lower ground
Is the one nearest the city and Is the
headquarters of the Department Of
Texas
The upper post is the headquarters
Of the Fifth regiment of United States
cavalry, Col. L. H. Carpenter, COM
manding. Besides the field staff and
band and troops D, E, F and K, of the
Fifth cavalry, there are also stationed
here companies A. B. c. e, f and G, of
the Eighteenth infantry and Light bat
terry K, of the First artillery. The
troops at the post number about IT'S
men altogether.
Guard mounting on upper parade
ground daily at p. m.
Cavalry parade on the lower parade
grounds every Tuesday and Thursday
at 1890 a. m.
Infantry parades Monday, wednes.
day and Friday on the upper parade
| grounds at Sis p. m.
All parades are in full dress.
Brigade review and inspection on the
last day of each month on lower pa
| rade ground between 8 and 10 a. m.
Inspection Of troops every Saturda,
at 500 a. m.
Beautiful calisthenic drill every
Friday morning at 1880 on upper pa
rade.
Public invited to view all these ex
| Nrcises.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
MIDDAY FIRE.

At 11:30 O'clock this morning the two
story frame residence of Mr.. w. G..
Kroeger, at No. 412 Denver Boulevard,
South Heights, occupied by J. T. Long,
was almost totally destroyed by fire,
which originated from a defective fiue.
The house hold effects of Mr.. Long
were partially rescued. The loss will
be about $500 on these, partially insur-
ed, and the loss on the building is
about $500, partially insured.
Fire companies Nos. 6, 3, and No.
2 hose wagon, attended the fire.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30

yesterday. The theft has been report
ed to the police.
Geo. Chavez, aged AS days, died
yesterday on South Flores street, from
marasmus.
Alderman Geo. Surkey, of Ward No.
8, in celebrating his twenty-eighth an
nivarsary today, among his many
He is laying off from a recent severe
trip of several days.
All perishable plants have now been
housed in the basement of the city
hail.
Mayor Callaghan and Street Com
missioner Micklejohn inspected the
work on the outfaH sewer repairs this
morning. Some one turned on the
water on the incompleted work and this
may retard repairs. Us
The board of health meeting will
be held this evening in the city hall
council chamber at 6 o'clock.
Mr.. Chas. X. Crawford's residence
on City street was burglarized last
night and Mr.. Crawford's gold watch
and chain was stolen.
Aldermen Surkey and Mueller are
planning months deer hunt to be-
gin soon.
Mounted Police officer Van Ripper,
of the day relief, is celebrating his q
birthday anniversary today, and is
the congratulations of host
or friends.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
BIRTHS REPORTED.

Nov 2O-Girl, III. H. Stone and wife
521 Main avenue.
Nov. 2O-Boy, E. A. Eichler and wife
West Commerce street.
Nov. 25-Boy. R. Hettick, 426 At
lanta avenue.
Nov. 25-Boy, H. Kums, and wife, w
Houston street.
Nov. 26-Girl, w. T. Frasier, Blum
street.
Nov. 26-Boy, Isaac Barnes, PA San
tos street.
Nov. 7-Boy-Lafayette Harpole, 10
Epson street.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
Pe[SOlQ| Mention.

Mr.. Joe Gallagher is ill.
H. Mel. Wurzbach is ill.
John Wordsworth is in the city from
Uvalde. ,Et.sIINt
w. B. benson, of Galveston, is at the
Menger
VIM. Wilson, of Beaumont, is at the
Menger.
L. c. Brite, Valentine stockman, Is
in the city.
Hon. T. B. Wheeler, of Arkansas Pass
is in the city.
w. E. johnson, of New Orleans, is
at the Menger.
Ed. H. East, Victoria stockman, is
at the Southern.
Judge w. N. Parks, of Brownsville.
is at the Mahncke.
w. w. McCarty, of Huntsville, Ala,
is at the Mahncke.
Sheriff w. T. Morris, of Karnes coun-
ty is at the Southern.
Mr.. Ed. Moye ment out to Floresville
yesterday on business.
John Wickeland, the sheep man of
Converse, is at the Mahncke.
Mrs. Mary Fleming and Miss Cros-
key. of Boerne, are at the Mahncke.
Mrs. Eugene Nolte, Mrs. Edgar Nolts
and Mrs. ]. d. Fennell, of Seguin, are
at the Menger.
| T. w. Gregory arrived in the city
from Austin this morning and is quar-.
tered at the Menger.
Mr.. and Mrs. D. w. Lourey have
returned from a six months visit to
friends in Fort Worth.
Sheriff N. H. Corder, of Junction city
and w. W. Taylor, a stockman of the
same place, are at the Southern.
Mr.. Chas. Elmendorf returned last
night from trip east of San Antonio
in the interest of the firm of Elmen.
dorf & Co.
w. V. Gallbreath, freight claim agent
of the Missouri, Kansas & Texas rail
road, arrived in the city yesterday
morning and is quartered at the Men
ger.
Mr.. and Mrs. B. F. Yates, residing a
the corner of Matagorda and Mari
streets, will leave in a few days TO
Taylor which place they will maxi
their future home.
Judge Chas. NJ. Barnes left for Sc
gum today to institute a new tribe il
the Order of Red Men to be known a
the Watka tribe, named after the In
dian recently sentenced to be execute
in the Indian territory.
Mr.. H. T. CTip) Brown, accompanie
by his family, is in the city on a Wis
it to his brother, Police Officer Fran
: Brown. Mr.. Brown is we'll known /
p this city, having formerly been a we
I ! known sa.loonist in business here.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
COME AGAINi TIM.

Mr.. Tim Murphy, in Old Innocence,
played the farewell engagement at the
opera house last night to only fair
house, and as evidenced in his speech
before the curtain, he was not
thoroughly satisfied, but promised to
return again next season. If he will
bring such standard plays as the one
he is now starring in he can come
again and reap a rich reward
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
THINKS 1T ALL RIGHT.

Madrid, Nov. 30.-A member of the
Spanish cabinet in an interview just
published says that the government
of Spain is well satisfied with the re-
suit Of the publication Of the decree
providing for an autonomous form of
government in Cuba and Porto Rico,
adding that the manner in which it
has been received in the United States
is favorable to Spain.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
STEAMER STRANDED.

Delaware Breakwater, Della, Nov.
S0.-The British steamer Glen Ochiel
from Hull stranded on the new break
water last night. She is hard aground
with eight feet of water in her hold.
There is little prospects that she can
be gotten off safely.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
THEY ARE MARRIED NOW.

A marriage was performed in the
grand jury room this morning in the
presence of the members of the grand
jury. The contracting couple were An
tonic L. Zuniga and Miss Dolores Ben
al. The grand jury had investigated a
charge of seduction against Zuniga,
and the latter thereupon procured a
marriage license. The ceremony was
performed by Justice E. Griff Jones.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
THE MARKETS.

Chicago, Ill.,, Nov. 30.--Cattle: Re-
ceipts, $500; market steady; Texas
steers s2.75@$4.00.
Sheep Receipts, 1000; market
steady.
ST. Louis, Nov. 30.-Cattle: Receipts
$500 of which 1880 are Texans; Texas
and Indian Territory steers, sS@s4.25;
COWS and heifers, $2.25@s3.50
Sheep Receipts, 1,5OO; market
steady.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
THE WEATHER.

Washington. d. c., Nov. 30.-Weath-
er for Western Texas: Fair tonight;
fair in southern portion with showers
in the northern portion Wednesday;
warmer with southerly winds.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
FEDERAL COURT.

In the Federal court this morning
judgment was rendered for defendant
in the case of Matte w. Freeman, ct
al, against the Western Union Beef
company, ct al.
Judge Maxey is hearing arguments
on demurrer in the case of the Mexi-
can National Coal and Timber COM
pany against A. B. Frank, adminisrra-
tor,
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
FOR OUR MARKET HOUSE.

The market, parks, and public build
ings committee of the city council will
meet the citizens committee regarding
the proposed market house on Paschal
square this afternoon at o'clock in the
city council chamber.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
NEGRO HANGED.

Pittsburg, Pa, Nov. 30.-Geo. Doug
lass, a negro who accidentally killed
Albert Crayer at Snowden, Pa, MeninG
Hamlet, here last spring and attempted
to murder another man with whom he
had quarreled over game of craps,
was hanged in the county jail yard here
this morning.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
A PYTHIAN REVOLT

Tampa, Fla, Nov. 30.-A sensation
was created in Florida Pythian circles
last night when Red Cross lodge
Knight of Pythias, of this city, defieG
the authority of the grand chancellor
and refused to obey his orders or re-
linquiSh their charter.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION.

Mr.. ]. ]. Poesman celebrated his
birthday anniversary at his home, cor
ner South Alamo and North STREETS last
night with a large number Of friends.
A nice lunch of chicken and turkey
washed down with plenty of liquid re-
freshments, was served and a dance
took Mace
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
LICENSED TO WED.
Arnim and Cora Hudson.

Ed Arnim and Cora Hudson.
Dennis w. MCGEE and Lydia Dunn.
James c. Drayton and Maria F.
Jackson.
Antonio L. Zuniga and Dolores Ben
al, aged II years, with consent of her
father, Francisco Benal.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
PROBATE MATTERS.

Estate of Jesus NJ. Cara deceased;
temporary letters of administration
granted to Jacob Santos Coy. Bond,
81, 900.
Estate of Anton Pyka, Sr. deceased;
will filed for probate.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
THE DISTRICT COURTS.

"a THE DISTRICT COUNIo.
Following are the proceedings OF the
Thirty-seventh District court:
448SA William Vogt VS.. VIM Geyer,
to try title; verdict for defendant.
1921 State of Texas VS.. Estate of HI.
B. Andrews, deceased, and Alexander,
for taxes; dismissed at defendants cost
7415 G. B. Johnston & Co., VS.. Miss
Martha Knox, on sworn account. 1850.
for sale of 81 head of cattle to John
Maltzberger, at so cents per head, July
Is, 1895. Appeal from Justice court
On trial with jury.
A new suit was filed as follows:
1859 The Michael Loan Co. VS.. John
Mcnamara, notes, s2,575.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
CITY PAY DAY.

The schools department of the city
will be paid their November salaries
tomorrow afternoon at the city hall.
Other city employees will be paid
Thursday afternoon.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
TROUBLE AT CHURCH.

Henry Childs, a negro, arrested yes
terday by Deputy Constable Pobukos-
XII, is being tried before Justice Jones
this afternoon on charge of assault
and battery, made by r. b. Wilson, a
negro, living at 3O6 Santos street. The
trouble took place at colored church
Sunday night.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
NOT UNEXPECTEDLY.

Philadelphia, Pa, Nov. 30.-The Court
of Common Pleas today refused to en-
join the mayor and other city officials
from executing the lease of the city
gas works to the United Gas Improve
ment company for a period of thirty
years.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
The BARGAIN
STORE PRICES!

Fine Gilt and Silvered Heart Shape
Bangle Birthday Pins. &c
100 yard Spool Silk, black and colors. SC
Linen Thread, per Spool. $500. &c
IA Hooks and Eyes. DC
l44 Best Patent Hooks and Ewes I(lc
&c Can Openers. r.
&C Hair Curriers'. oc
II Plated Lever Collar Buttons. &c
$50 Good Envelopes. lSsc
Boys Large Iron Express Wagons. .zSc
&c Pencil Holders. a.
(The Latest and Best thing ont !
l5c Patent Flour Sifters o.
A Good Backing Brush. r.
VI California Buckskin Gloves. aHc
&c Scarf or Cuff Holders. az
&C Leather Book Straps.
loo Side Combs. 60
lOc Hair Ornaments. &c
Dolls. :.....lc, &C. DC, SC, 1Oc and up
Toys of all Kinds from Ic nm
Our stock of Toys and Dolls will beat
anything ever shown in San Antonio.
Ihev are arriving by every steamer.
Don't Buy your Toys and Holiday
Goods before you see our Magnificent
Line. Remember, we lead in Low
Prices. There is no place to trade at
like
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
SUSPECTED OF MURDER.

Omaha Neb., Nov. 30.-police this
morning arrested in disorderly house
two men thought to be Chris Murray
and Frank Haley, wanted in Chicago
for the murder of Mrs. Haley.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
COMING TO TEXAS

ST. Louis, Nov. 30.-General Roliff
Brinkerhoff, of Mansfield, ohio, presi-
dent of the National Prison association
arrived here today, en- route to the an
nual congress of the association which
will convene in Austin, Texas, next
Thursday.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
LADY MILLAIS DYING.

London, Nov. 30.-Lady Millais, wild
ow of the late president of the Royal
Academy, is seriously i'll. She is suf-
fering from cancer of the throat, the
same disease which caused the death
of her husband.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
LAKE DOCK DESTROYED.

Escanba, Mich, Nov. 30-Dock No. A..
owned by the Chicago and Northwest
ern railroad company was totally de-
stroyed by fire last night.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
EX-ATTORNEY GENERAL SEN
FENCED.

Lincoln, Neb., Nov. 30-Eugene
More ex-attorney general of this state,
was sentenced by Judge Cornish today
to eight years in the penitentiary for
embezzlement of insurance fees
amounting to $23,000
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
TO AID KLONDIKERS.

Washington, Nov. 30.-The cabine!
today considered the subject of sending
relief of the people in Klondike.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30
sARToR's ANNoUNCEMENT.

Mr.. Alex Sartor, the old reliable jew
eler has made an Investment in Print
er's Ink today. His ad appears in an
other column of the Light. May it
bring in a good dividend to the investor.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1897-11-30

CHEAP AND RELIABLE POWER
IF YOU WANT POWER, THAT is
CHEAP AND RELIABLE, CALL AT
THE LIGHT OFFICE AND LOOK
AT THOSE AL AND HORSE
POWER VAN DUZEN GASOLINE
ENGINES FOR SALE
The Worthington advance. [volume] (Worthington, Minn.) 1874-1908, 1897-05-13

destination, his knapsack becomes an
operating table. His telephone is
stripped of all but receiver. and trans
mitter, resembling in form a capital
ST.
In this connection, a highly ingenious
combination of the telephone and the
telegraph instrument has been made.
A small primary battery cell is con-
nected with the telephone, which is
then put on a very short circuit with
telegraph key. Between the diaphram
and the magnet of the telephone is.
fixed small vibrating spring of steel.
When the key of the instrument is de-
pressed the spring sets up a furious
buzzing, which stops when the key is
raised. This buzzing will be trans
mitted to the telephone receiver at the
other end of the line. BY raising and
depressing the key, according to the
Morse alphabet, these buzzes will be
transmitted and may be read through
the telephone by the operator at the tel
ephone receiver, like the click of tele-
graph instrument. It's peculiar rec
ommendation is that by this arrange
ment an uninsulated wire will work
on wet or marshy ground, or even when
broken; the current jumping breaks
of two or three inches in length.
The officers of the signal corps have
experimental with a horse reel cart,
which has, however, never been put
into practical operation. To reel up the
wire from the ground, compromising
mechanism, to change the speed of the
reel as the size of the roll increases must
be applied. -"
Still lighter lines have been provided,
to be carried in the hand by q man on
foot or on horseback. Of course, these
can be used for short distances only.
Capt. Il. A. Thompson, whose station is
at San Antonio, Tex, hes invented a
Keeling and unreeling device to be ap-
piled to bicycle, which has been sue
cessfully used in many trials. In trial
at San Antonio, the time occupied in
Keeling out and recovering Il light wire
one-third Of a mile in length was but two
minutes. Under certain conditions, the
bicycle is believed to be a valuable ally
of the signal corps.
Portable lines of telegraph were in
use in the civil war. Since then the
system has been greatly improved and
much greater speed in construction Sc
cured. The ability to establish quick
communicate onsby telegraRh has proved
of valued assistance tojthe troops on the
frontier, in controlling the bands Of
hostile Indians. Whenever the war de-
partment shall be called upon to put the
result of its experiments to the test Of
actual war the flying telegraph is ex-
pected to be one Of the most valuable
aids to strategy in the art Of modern
warfare. SIS
. "a. s. CHAPMAN.