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The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26
ADVERTISING RArEs.

Advertisements win be inserted Ct enc dollsa
per square tor lhe arst insertion and hfsy
Hess for each subsequent insertion
Local, Business and Special netics. A,
cents line. and no notice inserted for Lea
than one dollar.
Legal advertisements viii be Inserted "a
the rates allowed By law and will, In all eassA
Se enaged 70 the attorney, and payment viii
CHAnaEs FoR ANNoUNCKMrNrs.-F
coenfJ oncszs, IS; State and Congress, $40
Terms for Canning Advertisements made
Known on application 10 the publisher.
JOB FkrSrING executed with neatness and
oispsseh. G9-Orders by mail viii receive
eroapt attention
The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26
SKY Thousand Seeds i'm Onc Plant.

The common purslans is one OF the
wonders OF botany, as far as seeds are
concerned, mt least A single seed OF
this plant will produce nbont twenty
seed pods In q season Tho average
number of seeds in each of these, by
actual count, is 5000, making G0,0OO
IN all. As far as We havo been able TO
learn, there is no instance Of similar
iruitiuiness in any plant found grow.
ing IN this country. a single plant Of
either the jamestown weed ('jimson"),
tho butter weed, the ray weed amt
some of the verviues produce an enor-
nous numbec Of seeds, but DC is doubt
lul lf any ono Of them produces one.
fourth as many Ia year as the Rur.
slane does r ST. Louis Republic.
The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26
Long distance I,ide.

A smart long distance ride has peer
completed by n German Uhlan OH ,ei
on his military charger. His regiment
owns King Humbert ns honorari
chief, go the officers decided 70 sent
their congratulations { his majesty
on the marriage OF the Prince o.
Naples, Lieutenant Hoffman, beinj
chosen as messenger He rode al tbt
way from his garrison at Faulquemont
Lorraine, to the Kings residence o.
Monza-4s7 miies-in seven days az
swo hours.
The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26

The Proyencal snails, which feed in
n gourmet fashion upon vine leaves,
are peculiarly delicious, aud there was
u murmur Of delight from our com.
pany as tho iour women brought Go
the table four big dish full Of them !;
md FOR n while there was only the
sound az eager munchiug, mixed with
the chatter ON china OF the empty sbel.y.
To extract them VIC had the strong
thorns, three or four riches long. uf
the wild ac1cia; aud on these The ill,e
brown morseis were carried TO tho avid
mouths and eaten with bit of bread
soppcl in tho GAUGE; and then tho
shell was subjected TO n igorous suck
ing, that not drop OF tho sauco line.
gering within 10 should be lost. Cen.
turv.
The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26
Alr.T-ehl Commandments.

The Dir tight compartment theorl
OF building ships was copied from .
provision Of nature shown in the cas-,
OF the nautilus. The sholl OF this ami
md has forty or fifty compartments,
into which air OF water may be ed
mittad, % allow the i7ourant to sinl
OF hoat he pleasee
The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26
Ancient Tnrs

a remarkable discovery was made
some time ago IN the Assoit metropolis.
Egypt Among various objects waf
an entire company Of wooden soldierg.
some fifteen inches IN height. Thes,
little figures give n complete idea o..
the equipment OF tho regular soldier
iu the time OF tho Pharaohs. The sol
diers carry lances which nro precisely
IikU those used in the 5oudun to-day,
The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26
s-nIh AmerIcan Hornrl 49,

The nests OF South American hornets
aro used by the natives as baskets.
being light, strong and so tight ns t.
be waterproof. They are cleared OF
the partitions and cells In he interior,
end with handles affixed, make useful
domestic utensils
The Calhoun chronicle. [volume] (Grantsville, W. Va.) 1883-1984, 1897-01-26
\ SECOND FLIGHT.
ry ZOE ANDERSON NORRIS.

u 2 Mills family were at
supper. 1t was a warm
summer evening, and
tho smoking lamp in
the center ot the table
swarmed with minute
insects Mt racted by it's
light and heat. The
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Prayer meeting at the First Meth odist Church tomorrow night will he led by MT. F. NJ. Hudson. Subject: Parable of the Sower; or Hearers Divided into Classes. Luke s; 4-l5. Practical talks as follows: "Wayside Hearers" r, NJ, Hudson; 'On the Rock" Hearers, Oscar Gray l; Among the Thomases" Hearers, J. Y Saunders; Good Ground" Hear CTS. k. II. NJ. Mills, followed by gen eral discussion.
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The Poultry Show.

MT. W. H. Westbrook informed a GRAPHIC reporter this morning that he had received Q great many add itional entries for the poultry and pet animal show to be held in this city on February 3rd and 4th next.
 Mr. Geo. W. Brown, proprietor of the Ouaehita Valley Poultry Yards, writes for space for 15 coops and says that he will exhibit about 75 birds.
 Mr. Geo. [. Madding has also applied for space to exhibit a number of his pit games.
 Mr. Thos. s. James will exhibit a number of wild geese in connection with number of other fowls.
 Mr. N. U. Scharff, proprietor of the South Arkansas Poultry yards, will exhibit several coops of Buff Coehins, black Langshans and Silver laced Wyandottes
 Space is being rapidly taken, and the exhibit promises to be of very interesting nature.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The progressive ladies of Westfeld Ind, issued a "Woman's Edition" of the Westfield News, bearing date of April 3, 1896. The paper is filled with matter of interest t0 women and we notice the following from d correspondent, which the editors printed, realizing that it treats upon q matter of vital importance to their sex: "The best remedy for croup, colds and bronchitis that 1 have been able to find is Chamberlain's Cough Remedy For family use it has no equal. I gladly recommend it.. 9 and 50 cent bottles for sale by ". l.. Dewoody x Co
 IA q X sw Inn
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Persons wEo are troubled with in- digestion will be interested in the ex- perieace of Wm. II. Penn, chief clerk in the railway mail service at Des Moines, Iowa, who writes. It gives me pleasure to testify to the merits Chamberlain Colic Cholera and Diarrhoe Remedy. For two years have suffered from indiges- tlon, and am subject to frequent severe attacks of pain in thestomach and bowels. Oae or two doses of this remedy never fails to give perfect relief. Price 25 and 50 cents; sold by W. l.. Gewoody x Co.
 l-4 d & sw m
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r.. M c. A.
It's Anniversary Reception at merrIl
 Institute Tonight.

Its Anniversary Reception at Merrill
 Institute Tonight.
 Everybody is cordially invited to attend the anniversary reception of the Y. M. c, A. at Merrill Insti- tute tonight. There will be special music and splendid address by MT. Cecil L. Gates, International Secre- tary. MT. Gates is an interesting speaker and will delight and in struct his audience. Don't let the cold weather keep you away from the Institute tonight. Mal P. K. Roots and Mir. J M. ', orkinan, of Little Rock, will be guests of the reception. They come to meet with the State committee ard enjoy the reception and address. The friends of the Association should crowd the hall Admission free.
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At Public Auction.

The office furniture, fixtures, and law library of the late Judge ". D.. Johnson, will be sold Ut public auc- ton iii front of the Court House in Pine Bluff on February l, 1897. Also ut same time and place will sell one pony, one race-horse, one phaeton, set of harnesss, saddle and two brides. Sale will begin at 10 o'clock n. m Terms, cash.
 R. LEE JOHNSON, 1 20 dtf Executor
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Newport, writes summer corr, spondent at that place, has taken bloomers at last Until lately not q di Sided skirt of any description had been seen, although it was well known fact that all the young ladies who ride had costumes on hand aud only awaited :. leader. But now tic more courageou. have donned their new suits and made their debut
 One now has only to seek out any of the most secluded cycling haunts in the carly morning hours to find tho fair riders training for graceful riding pos. lures in rational dress The new eos. tunes are all in dark grays and browns or black throughout, and only the full. est bloomer patterns, with high gaiters. are seen. It is now only matter of days before bloomers for the wheel will be altogether tho thing at Newport. ,- St. Louis Republic.
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An allowance of 15 per cent dis count will be made on every suit ordered during the month of Janu- ary, 1897. Remember we give entire satisfaction. All wool suits former ly made to order for $12.5O, now $lO.6O; suits formerly made to order for $l5.00, now $1275; suits formerly made to order for $17, now $l4.90; suits formerly made to order for $20, now $17. HENRY MARK X Co.
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A Cure For a Lame Back.

My daughter, when recovering from an attack of fever. was Q great sufferer from pain in the back and hips,o writes Louden Grover, of Sardis, Ky. After using quite a number of remedies without any benefit she tried one bottle of Cham berlain's Pain Balm, and ithas given entire relief. f.p Cbamberlain's Pain Balm is also certain cure for rheu- matism. Sold by w. l.. Dewoody x Go. IA q &sw I'm
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

We wish you all happy New Year. We also wish to call your at tention to the fine suits we are mak- ing to your measure with special discount of 15 per cent of former prices. HENRY MARK X Go.
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Rev. 4. 0. Evans will leave toe morrow for Stuttgart, where he will deliver q special sermonon Thursday at II n. m. before q conference of the preachers of the Pine Bluff District of the Nj. r.. Church South.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26
Tottor, salt-Rheum and Bczema

The intense itching and snnarting incl
 dent to these diseases is instantly allayod by applying Chamberlain s Eye and Skin Ointment. Many very bad cases have been permanently cured by it. It is equally efficient for itching piles and a favorite remedy for sore nipples chapped hands, chilblains, frost bites and chronic sore eyes. % cts. per box.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26
Schubert1s.

Rcmen.ber the concert at Merrill Institute Thursday night. Seats on sale Ut Hart's Wednesday morning at o'clock. Admission, 90 cents. This is the first concert of this sea sons course. There will be three others. 1t
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The fifteen-round glove contest te- tween Ryan and German tonight at the Pine Bluff Athletic Club promises to be au event in sporting circles. Both men are in prime condition, and will do their best to win.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Groceries at cost is almost an un- heard of event, but that's what is being done at the Meyer Sale of the Robinson x Greenfield stock. 1t
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

All Oriental Princes are command ed to appear at the opera house with their ladies on the night of February ad, to witness pythianism exposed. Admission. 50 cents. 1 20tf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

They had such a rush at the clos ing out sale of Robinson X Greenfield that they had to close the doors for d while today. It
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The fire department was called out about 7:30 last night on account of q burning fiue ut the home of Mrs. Jones. on West Third.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Dr. Cady's Condition Powders, ar.s just what 8 horse needs when in pad condition. Tonic, blood purifier and yermifuge. They are not food but medicine and the best in use to put a horse in prime condition. Price 25 cents per package.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Rheumatism is foe which gives no quarter. 1t toi iments it's victims day and night. Hoods Sarsaparilla purifies the blood and cures the aches and pains of rheumatism.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The Estelle Social Club will give a masquerade ball at it's hall on the night of February 9th.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26
.C0neert.

Don't fail to go to Merrill Institute Thursday night to hear the Schubert Symphony Club. Tickets ut Hart's tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock.
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MT. Meyer tells us if the trade keeps up as it has to-day he will wind up the sale by February lst. Don't miss this sale. It
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26
A RECORD BREAKER.
This Is a New Style Fish Story. and It's
 Good One.


 Good One.
 Lew Emmet, proprietor of grocery store and fish market in Greensburg, Ind, while angling in creek Saturday caught threo peculiar fish tho like of which he had never before seen, but which resembled tho pickerel. Ho hur- ried with thom to his store, whore he has in his show window an aquarium, and launched them again in watery home. Previous to their occupancy of the glass tank a school of goldfish and silver sinners were in undisputed sway. The following morning, however, all the old inhabitants were daad, and the surface of the water was covered with small bubbles. But the newcomers We're as lively as over.
 s.ooz, z,enc. .eeo. .ooo Descendants.
 Every known plant is occasionally in. hahited by its own peculiar aphis. or plant louse. These curious insects breed with wonderful rapidity. Il French nat uralist proving that pair of them will within six weeks produce five genera. tions, or grand total of 5,904. 900. ]. 900, GOO descendants. -St. Louis Rennb. lie v
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The fire department was called to the residence of Mir. Marcus Sonnen- schein, on West Fourth avenue, this morning, on account of a burning ffue.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

XAyANTED--To communicate with young
 w man or lady who will secure class of ten who will take thorough 90 days course in Shorthand and Typewriting. Day and night school or both His or her tuition free Thorough course guaranteed. Positions secured. Address r. Boyce Noodle. B Union street, Memphis, Tenn if
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

l. II. Powell, the Kentucky ora tor, will expose Pythfanism at the opera house february ?. l got
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Little Joe Coles is entertaining his friends this afternoon with q birth- day party.
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For Men Only.

The best bargains in mems fine suits, and pants at slaughter prices. unenlled for suits. now, only $S.T5. The same kind would cost you to order from Sl5 to $25.
 Uncalled for pants of fine qualities, vour choice of 240 pair. only S275.
 HENRY MARK < Co.
 Up-to-datc tailors
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The Ladies of Trinity Church will, on the evening of February 18th, give .'Surarise Tea at the home of Mir. and Mrs. E. c. Howell.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Ed. Harvey. of the Hotel Trulock bar, has returned from brief visit to Hot Springs.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Mrs. Jake Katzenstein has returned from visit to relatives in Little Rock.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

J. II. Powell will expose Pythian- ism Ut the opera house on the night of February ?. Tickets, 60 cents. If
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Hoods Pills are the best family cathartic and liver medicine. Gentle reliable, sure.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

MT. P. K. Roots of Little Rock is registered at the Truleck.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Mrs. Mary Martin. of Princeton, Is the guest of her son, Prosecuting At torney $. C. Martin.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

A. j. Mitchell keeps constantly on hand a large assortment of the finest and best candies to be found on the market. dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26
New way to Pay ola pehts.

By washing clothes at tho undertaker's s tho second wife of Bangor Me. man is paying off tue bill for the burial of her predecessor.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The Chancery Court has been occu- pied during the last two day in considering the cause of yining vs. Cross.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Go to A. J. Mitchell for your news papers, periodicals and magazines dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The euchre party ut the Bluff City Club takes place tomorrow night.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Have you been to the closing out sale of groceries by J. $. Meyer at Robinson & Greenfleld's old stand?
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Tho Ryan-Gorman glove contest takes place tonight.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

The best and 10c cigars to be found on the market at A. J, Mitch ell's. dtf
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

If you want good neal try the Valley Restaurant, l5c. 12 dtf.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Mir. Cecil l.. Gates. of Kansas City, arrived in the city this morning.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Miss Agnes Roberts has returned to her home at Wabbaseka.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

Miss Etta Solmson returned come today from visit to Memphis.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26
We are Overstocked.

In uncalled for and misfit suits and pants, they are for sale at a song. For the next 10 days: Suits, SS.75; pants, $275.
 HnNRY MARX x Co
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E0UND-A pistol. Owner can get same by I proving property and paying for this advertisement ISAAC DREYFUS. 1ld6t
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

FOR sALE-Two small iron safes, in good \ condition, for sale cheap by Roberts X johnson, corner Main and Barraque. Ii If
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PINE BLUFF DAILY GRAPHIC.
PINE BLUFF. ARK. JAN. 26, 1897
 CITY ITEMS.

Al. Glemmons, of Grady, is in the city.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26
 @OLUI1N.
 Advertise Your Wants.

EOUNDrLast night on East 9th Ave. an
 0vefeoat. Owner can have same by de- sefibing coat and paying cost of advertise ment etc. JAS. LIVERPOOL, 1 22 tf At Gays Barber Shop.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

FOR sALE-Asdouble seated surrey, cost Sl35 new three years ago. In good eondi- tion and will be sold at bargain. Address s' A care this office. dtf
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Announcement Extraordinary !
 @@o

Commencing Monday the 4th continuing E days, entire stock of mems youths and ehdren clothing the remarkable discount of per Bear stock the best assorted and highest grade he city and prepared to fit Don't pass this opportunity, zo per cent discount is g per cent saved.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1897-01-26

20 dtf
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HENRY MARK x Co.
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1897-06-16
.BARNAT0'S LAST PLUNGE
The Details of His Tragic Act on
the High Seas.
HIS WIFE WAS ON BOARD
They Were En- Route to London 70
Occupy Gorgeous Mansion Bar
ney Was Probably Mentally
Defective.

London, June l5.-Onicials ul the
Union steamship company. to which
the steamer Scott belongs, confirm the
announcement made last night In a
special dispatch from Funchnl. island
of Madeira, that Barney Barnato. tho
South African diamond king, commit
ted suicide by jumping overheard while
that vcss,l was on the way frum Cane
Town, which noft she lrft June > Tor
Southampton. The death of Barnatn
has caused a sensation in financial cir
cies. His office here was bcslrgrd this
morning by Hundreds " eager in
qurcrs, and even the members uf his
firm had not received confirmation nf
the news, Thtogmorton street was
filled with CNcited crowds uf brokers
discussing the news uf BaTnatO's death.
His solf-dostruction Is generally sup
posed to have been the outcome If his
recent illness at the Cape. which, ar-
cording to rumors un the stock ex-
change, was In the nature Of brain
trouble, The African market. as a rp-
sult ~ his death. was depressed to-day
The Pail Mall Gazette, commenting On
the death Uf Barnaln says hr had been
mentally unwell for about three
months and that he had been under
constant surveillance.
Funchal. Madeira. June l5-Thr fol-
lowing details have been obtained or
the s,iclde ~ Barney Barnntu: Barna-
To-. who had been IN ili health Tor some
time. yesterday between and O'Clock
seemed 10 he In good spirits and was
walking up and down the deck IN the
arm of his companion. Suddenly Sar-
nato asked his companion a. tn him
the time. Before he received 1 rrply he
wrcnChed his arm away aud Jumped
overheard. The fourth officer bumped
oVerbcard after him immediairiy, Lut
failed 10 save the life OF the South Al
rican spcculator. as heavy seas were
running and the vessel was staamiHg
at the rate of IL knots an hour. As
soon as possible the steamer was
stopped, lifeboat was lowered and
pulled To the spot where the two men
were last seen. The fourth office" waH
rescued in an exhausted condition and
later the body of Barnaio was rpruV-
cred. The remains have been embalmrI
and win be- taken to England IN board
the Scott. Mrs. Barnato and Ghliuren
were also ON boaiS the Scott
London. June l5.-The BarnatGs livcu
in Spencer house foi several years and
were returning to occupy their ror-
geous home. just being finished on Park
Lane, opposite StanhoHs- gate. Al
though the stock exchln; g ~ excited
by the news ~ Barnato's death there
was no panic.
Cleveland. ohio. June ii.-Mrs. Ju.ia
Blackman. who claims - II. tn" lcLiti-
mate daughter Of Barn'y Barnato. a1j
her husband will at one" proceed 10
London FOR the pu.pusr of 'lemandlng
her interest In the fortune. Mrs. Black
man claims to he a daughter ~ Tar
nato by his FIST wife. Wnns maiden
name was ANN rsths'
capctown. Juic t5-rhe cape parlii-
ment adjourned out OF respect for the
late Barney Hamlto.
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1897-06-16
The SULTAN YIELDS
re Promises tn Receive Angel Win
Wide-Opeu Arms.

Washington. June i5-Thc state DEPART
ment received cablegram from Constant
tinople saying that the sultan has issued
an trade announcing the acceptance OF
DR. Angel as minister from the United
states
Washington. June 15.-The action OF the
porte was very welcome at the state de-
partment and the news viii be communi-
Gated at once TO Dr. Angel Early In the
day Moustapha Bsy, the TURKISH minis
ter. came to the state department. He
had tist returned from New York and an
nOunced with some disappointment that
he had failed 10 receive any word from
his government respecting the acceptance
OF Dr. Angel. and II was feared the mat
ter was being treated by slow process or
mails. However. later news coming to the
department showed that the way Is clear
for Angels reception
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1897-06-16
PAYING OFF DEAD MEN.
Railroad Onicials Make Eig Money by
siufiing tho Pay Rolls.

Kansas city. June l5.-The star this
evening says: officials OF the Atchi-
son, Topeka A Santa Fe Railway conf
pany have suspected for some time that
fictitious names and names OF dead
men had been carried on the pay rolls,
II II rumored that the company has
Ih6sA-- sohAssa-<s<-dhnn - dollars
and one high official has already been
discharged for the offenre and others
viii follow him. The Investigation Is
being conducted In secrecy and officials
III the Santa Fe refuse 10 discuss II.
The Investigation is now In progress In
the general Offices of the company at
Topeka. u was brought about by the
report Of the secret service department.
of the road which claimed 10 have Hc-
cured proof that one Of the officials had
robbed the company of several th0u-
sand dollars by drawing the salaries of
several fictitious employees whose names
appeared ON the pay rolls. The official
was quietly discharged. after mailing
good the amount of his shortage. When
the Investigation Is ended. the dis
charge and probable criminal p"osct u
tion of several minor official, Is tx-
DeCtpd