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The record-union., 1897-01-12

A court of the State of Illinois has de-
cided the indeterminate sentence law to
be unconstitutional, because 1t confers
judicial powers upon a parole commits
sion, and because it is opposed to the
constitutional provision that all SEN
fences shall be proportionated to the
enormity of the crime. 1t will be a sad
blow to advanced penologists if the Su-
preme Court sustains the court below in
all States where the constitutional pro-
visions are similar to those Of Illinois.
For the indeterminate sentence has long
been a favorite with penologists and
prison reformers. Under it the length
Of detention in prison depends wholly
upon the behavior of the prisoner 1t
might work his incarceration for the
maximum period prescribed by the law
or it might secure his discharge upon
the expiration of the minimum period
allowed by law. We believe that the
best thinkers and writer's on the subject
and most of the leading Wardens Of
prisons favor the indeterminate sem
tence. but Notwithstanding such support
it has not been tried very much. The
setback it has received in Illinois will
still further retard its introduction. We
have from the first believed it to be a
wise thing and have held that it ought
to be adopted in California if there is
no constitutional objection. Assuredly to
make this degree of punishment Of an
offender depend upon his conduct, and
his manifest disposition to REFORM must
tend to better prison conditions and
must induce men who have erred to de-
serve well of society.
The record-union., 1897-01-12
Police Court Notes.

Judge Davis presided at the Police
Court yesterday again, having recovered
from his recent indisposition.
The case against P. j. Huelsman, for
assault with a deadly weapon, went over
till Thursday.
Charles Helm came up for sentence for
malicious mischief and was committed
to Jail for twenty days in default of a
fine Of as many dollars.
The record-union., 1897-01-12
LECTURE ASSOCIATION.
Bishop Newman Tonight at the Con
gregational Church.

The Rev. Bishop John P. Newman
will deliver the next lecture of the
Sacramento Lecture Association s
course at the Congregational Church
this evening. His theme will be 1.-The
March of Civilization" which will no
doubt be one of the best the association
has ever given to the public.
Mr.. Newman'S well-known ability
and scholarly attachments, and his emf
nent standing as an advanced thinker
and orator render any comment upon
his lecture for tonight entirely unnec-
esSary.
The record-union., 1897-01-12
The contrast

The contrast
between disease
and health is as
sharply marked
as that between
d a r k mes s and
light. The suf-
ferings of disease
make enjoyment
of life impossible
a nd perfe c t
h e alth makes
even a common
place existence
The record-union., 1897-01-12

An odd thing recently developed in
France In a trial there was involved
the money it costs to run the "Intransi-
geant," the paper of Rochefort which,
as the New York Post" puts it, keeps
itself black in the face" with abuse of
the ''haves," and condolences with the
''have- nots," and with abuse of capital
and the bourgeois of society; and that
has ranted these twenty years about
the necessity of reform that will equal
ize things and permit the slowest to set
the pace The evidence in the trial
showed beyond dispute that in seven
wears from 1889 to 1896, Rocheforts
salary on the paper was $50, 700 a year,
and that his dividends amounted to
nearly 500, 900 a year, or all told nearly
5000, 600. with $4,000 Of salary added.
Evidently as in the United States, so in
France, ii pays to be a demagogue
sometimes, and shouters for political
and social reform are oft the shrewdest
to feather their own nests.
The record-union., 1897-01-12

Do not despair because you have tried
many medicines and have failed to re-
ceive benefit Remember that Hoods
Sarsaparilla cures when all others fail
to do any good whatever.
Hoods Pills are the best family ca
thartic and liver medicine. Harmless.
reliable, sure.
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THE DAILY RECORD-UNION.

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The record-union., 1897-01-12
THE STATE LIBRARY.
Suggested Change in the Conduct OF
the Institution.

From the Marysville Democrat)
Governor Budd, in the course of his
message takes occasion to call atten-
ticn to the management of the State
The record-union., 1897-01-12
Removed From Termination

Little Roy Gould, the incorrigible boy.
was yesterday taken to the Preston
School of Industry at lone by Deputy
Sheriff Hunters
The record-union., 1897-01-12
Auction Sale.

At 10 a. m. to-day, at 1926 X street.
D. ]. Simmons & Co. win sell at auction
mems and women's underwear, shirts,
shoes, ETC., on account Of the proprietor
retiring from business.
The record-union., 1897-01-12

These publications are sent either by
Mail or Express to agents or single sub
scribers with charges prepaid. All Post
masters are agents.
The best advertising mediums on the
Pacific Coast
The record-union., 1897-01-12

The Visalia Weekly Delta has just
entered upon it's fortieth volume. Age
upon such a good local and general
newspaper as the Delta" dignifies and
hnnors it
The record-union., 1897-01-12

The Fresno Republican" has COM
pleted its thirtieth year Often differing
with that vigorous paper, we respect its
courage and enterprise. as journal of
independence.
The record-union., 1897-01-12

Our good friends of the clergy are not
now and then averse to standing in
with the push evidently, since here
we have the example Of minister be-
ing appointed Chaplain of the Assembly
on the first day of the session. serving
for about two hours. and drawing down
the comfortable fee of $50, for one
weeks pay. Prayers at $50 delivery,
may be said to pay better than ordi-
nary investments. when the boys
stand by to audit the bills.
The record-union., 1897-01-12
To Cure a Cold In One Day

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
All druggists refund the money II 1t
fails to cure. 25c.
The record-union., 1897-01-12
THE WEEKLY UNION
TWELVE PAGES.

TWELV E PAGES.
Is the cheapest and most desirable Home,
News and Literary Journal published on
the Pacific Coast.
The Weekly Union, per year ..........N 80
The record-union., 1897-01-12
Weather Forecast.

Northern California-Unsettled weather.
and probably rain Tuesday; warmer in
southern portion; fresh northeasterly
winds.
The record-union., 1897-01-12
The Big Four.

Steinway, Emerson. Gabler and Lud-
wig pianos for sale at Pommer's Music
Store, No. SIT street
The record-union., 1897-01-12

RECORD-UNION TELEPHONE.
EDITORIAL Rooms Red l3l
Business Office ..................Bla Black 131
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Entered at the Postoffice at Sacramento
ae second-class matter.
The record-union., 1897-01-12

The Alameda Daily Argus" now en-
tering upon its sixth year, made the
holiday season the time for the issuance
Of special eight page edition well filled
with interesting and helpful matter. 1t
resentative of interior California jour
naliSn.
The record-union., 1897-01-12

Choice lot ham. bacon, Lard, poultry
Capitol Ave. Market, 9Th and n.
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SPECIAL AGENCIES.

This paper is for sale at the following
places: L. P. Fishers, room q, Mer-
chants Exchange, California street. and
the principal News Stands and Hotels.
San Francisco.
Los MISUNDERSTANDING Book Store,
corner Second and Main streets.
SAN DIEGO-News Stand, $50 Fifth
street.
ORONADO-Coronado Hotel News
Depot
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Depot
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Depot.
Also for sale on all trains leaving and
coming. into Sacramento.
The record-union., 1897-01-12
EASTERN BUSINESS HOUSES.

EASTERN BUSINESS HOUSES.
'eThe Tribune" Building, New York
City.
Western Business Office. 1.-THE Rock
cry" Chicago.
The s. c. Beckwith Special Agency,
sole agents foreign advertising.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
Comm Through the Rye"

Bismarck has had to pay for comm
through the rye 1t is a harvest GUS
tom in the Guchy of Lauen burg when a
person passes through field where the
corn is being cut for the workers to stop,
bind a few ears of corn to his arm and
then demand money for his ransom.
The old statesman and his son, Count
Herbert, were driving a few days ago
through the cornfelds of Bismarck s
Schonau estate, and they stopped TO
look at the men who were cutting the
rye. Hereupon the men threw down
their scythes, took up some stalks of
the rye, and. going up to the two Bis
marcks, courteously but resolutely
fastened small bundle of rye to the
arms of the visitors. The man of blood
and iron. who has conservative rev
erence for old German customs. cheer
fully paid for the ransom of himself
and his son with two gold coins. Bis
marck insisted on retaining the signs
of his bondage upon his arm until he got
home. Westminster Gazette.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
She Didn't Want Much,

When Andrew d. White, now the
United States ambassador at Berlin,
was our minister to Germany, nearly
20 years ago. he received some queer
letters from Americans, asking for his
influence in their behalf in court
circles. Perhaps the funniest of all was
a very mandatory epistle from an old
lady living in the west, who inclosed in
her letter four pieces of white linen,
each some six inches square. eve are
going to give a fair in our church" she
wrote, land am making an autograph
quilt. / want you to get me the auto
graphs of the emperor, the empress,
the crown prince and Bismarck; and
tell them to be very careful not to
write too near the edge of the squares
as a seam has to be allowed for putting
them together. "-Youth's Companion
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

thur is to come off in spite of all your
own and fathers croakings.'
She seized thrilling treatise on
trigonometry and was soon buried in it.
Her brother watched her admiringly,
and mentally decided that, after all,
his father was right. and it was a shame
he should be such thickhead when his
twin sister was so clever. But there
was not tinge of anything small or
petty in all the lads nature, and his
regret was absolutely untainted by
envy or jealousy.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
| | l..

Again Arthur was being driven to
Harmsworth to catch the 1905 express
TO town. But this time the colonel did
not drive him. 1t was meant as sign
of displeasure. but it was a real relief
to the lad who was saved from further
Jeremiads.
Threena would have gone with him
had she been at home, but only the day
before she had gone away on visit to
a school friend. The young lady, how
ever. lived in London, so that Arthur
and his sister would soon meet. Arthur
had been a little puzzled by this visit,
for. as rule, Threena hated going to
London, hated staying away from home,
and hated "chumming" with any girl to
the exclusion of her brother. Nor had
he ever heard before that she cared
very much for this particular young
lady. Miss Sydney had several times
before sent invitations. but Threena
had unhesitatingly and promptly re-
| fused them.
At Paddington Arthur was again sur
prised 10 find his sister awaiting him
"Hullo Didn't think | should see
you SO soon, Threena; and hows Miss
sydney"
"Oh, she's all right! But l am going
with YOU to have some luncheon. anC
afterwards you shall take me some
where. vote we enjoy ourselves"
They did have lunch, and then his sis
ter poured into his ears long rigma
role to the effect that Miss Sydney haC
been called out of town, and she wa
going to stop with her brother at hi
hotel. He was doubtful, but weak, ant
easily overpersuaded, So at his hote
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
LONE, TWO, THREE"

It was an old, old, old, old lady,
And boy that was half-past three,
And the way that they played together
Was beautiful to see.
She couldn't go romping and jumping,
And the boy, no more could he;
For he was a thin little fellow,
With a thin little twisted knee.
They sat in the yellow sunligh,
Out under the maple tree,
And the game that they played I'll tell
you,
Just as 1t was told to me.
1t was hide-and- go-seek they were play
ing,
Though you'd never have known it to
with an old. old, old, old lady
And boy with a twisted knee.
The boy would bend his face down
on his little sound right knee.
And he guessed where she was hiding
In guesses one, two, three.
~You are in the china closet
He would cry and laugh with glee-
1t wasn't the china closet,
But he still had two and three
"You are up in papa's big bedroom.
In the chest with the queer old key
And she said You are warm and
warmer,
But you are not quite right" said she
tit can't he the little cupboard
Where mamma's things used to be
So it must be in the clothes press, gran
ma"
And he found her with his three.
Then she covered her face with hel
fingers.
That were wrinkled and white and wee
.Aad she guessed where the boy wa!
hiding,
With one and two and three.
And they never had stirred from thei
places
Right under the maple tree
This old, old, old, old lady
And the boy with the lame little knee
This dear, dear, dear old lady
And the boy who was half-past three
H c. Bunner, il Congregationalist.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
EnpIikh Lind ONXnerA.

The distance from Liverpool to Lon
don is POI miles. On each side of the
railroad. as far as the eye can reach.
the most beautiful and most splendid
ly cultivated farms present themselves.
But not one foot of the land belongs
to those who have thus brought it TO
such beauty and perfection. Ii all be-
longs 20 six men, who own it because
they happen to be the oldest sons of
their fathers.-Albany Argus.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

It is generally best to curb our i'm
patience before giving it vent in words,
as at such times ones language may
convey different idea from its real
meaning. Miss Kate Sanborn, in her
abandoning an Adopted Farm" re-
lates her annoyance at being besieged
by agents. reporters and curiosity seek
ers: Il was so perpetually harassed
that | dreaded to see a stranger APP
proach with an air of business. The
other day | was just starting for a
drive when | noticed the usual stran-
ger hurrying0n. Putting my head out
of the carriage. said, in a petulant and
weary tone; DO you want to see me?
The young man stopped, smiled and re-
piled. courteously: 1T gives me pleas
ure to look at you, madam. but was 60
ing farther on Youths Companion
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

DR.. Sheldon jackson, for 20 years trav-
eler in Alaska, says the government e1.
pertinent of importing reindeer from 81.
IBERIA is success, and that the problem OF
" solved. Three hundred miles per day can
be made over the snow with relays at rea.
sonable intervals and best OF all the reindeer
will rustic his own food.
The best map of the Yukon klondike
mining country has been printed in folder
form BY the Northern Pacific RyL. Send
2-cent postage stamp to Chas. ;. Fee, q. T.
to,date information regarding rates and
routes to Alaska.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

H.
When Arthur came home to Mel
bourne (the name of the Tudors beau
tiful old manor house near Harms
WORTHY he knew that he had not passed.
He had. he told his sister, lost his head
altogether, and failed to answer even
what he really had known of the pa
pers. He was sure he had done badly,
| and in process of time he was informed
! that il was indeed so. or course the
colonel was furious; and, though he
had always gloomily foreboded sec
ond failure. he expressed himself posi-
lively astounded" now that his dismal
disbursements had borne fruit And
loudly did he declare that there should
be no third shot" TO tell the truth,
Arthur had no great longing for third
shot. As his father had wanted him
to 90 into the army, he had acquiesced,
and had grown used to the idea; but
his own notion of a happy life was to
he land agent on some great country
estate. And he had plenty of interest
in that direction. and plenty of money;
for Arthur and his sister were the chill
dren of the coloneIs second wife, and
her wealth. which had been consider
able. was to be theirs.
But Threena-a sort of contraction
of her full name Arthurina-knew their
father better than her more simple
minded brother; and knew well that
the old man intended his son to try
again.
"Arthur shall pass" she said; land
what is more. | will myself coach
him"
And 50 il turned out. \ MIR. Little
Collins came over several times week
from HarmSworth, and crammed poor
Arthur. Miss Tudor being always pres
ent; and afterwards Threena went
through it all again with her brother
and showed him the notes she had her
self taken in Mr.. Little-COllin's pres
encc In this way Arthur really go
on very well. very well comparatively
but the truth was he was not the Lac
. that passes examinations, and. abov'
all. competitive examinations. And a
2 the time drew near for the fatal thirt
shot. he fell into renewed despair.
2 ITS no use, Threena," he declared
: II shall never get through high enough
When it comes to the scratch | shall los
= nv wool again and be boWled as clear
I as whistle"
+ 1T is a dreadful thing TO mix you
r metaphors like that" laughed his sis
. ter: but this time 8he passing of Al
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

ALIENS Foot-E Ease. a powder for the feet:
II cures painful, swollen, smarting feet and
instantly takes the sting out of co9rns and
bunons. Its the greatest comfort discovery
of the age. Aliens Foot Ease makes tight
or new shoes feel easy. 1t is certain cure
for sweating, callous, hot, tired. aching feet.
Try it to-day Sold by all druggists and shoe
stores, 25c Trial package, FREE. Write to
Allen s. Olmsted, Leroy, \. y.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

A Yankee, in describing a gale of wind,
saws: "A white dog, while attempting to
weather the gale, was caught with ms
mouth open and turned completely INSIDE
out "-Tit-Bits.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

She-I have seen 25 summers.
He-Then you must have been blind
for several years. Now, | own to hav'
ing seen 45
"rhen that leaves you about "a years
OF age, when one takes into considera-
ton your failing of seeing double."-
indianapolis journal.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

Hicks-Does your wife buy your
ties?
wholesome of them. And she
wears those she buys.-Somerville
Journal,
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

az saw him with his arm around you.
''Sir!"
"In the waltz, you know"
"Ob!"-Chicago Post.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
The Crushed \Norm.-

The Crushed Worm.-NIrs, Henry Peck
bah! / only married you because ptied
you when nobody else thought anything
about you" Mr.. Henry Peck Cwearily)-
"Ah. well, my dear. everybody pities me
now. ''-Boston Traveller.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

An Expert Opinion. -"Great men," re
marked the thoughtful youth, ARE. FIRE.
ouentlv misunderstood by the public"
"That,." replied Senator Sorghum, gravely.
as very true, And mighty lucky it is for
some of them. w Washington Star.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
yNnx Is star PIug Tobncco the next:

Because 1t is made from selected stock Of
the best grade of leaf that grows. The Ingre-
dents used in its manufacture are absolute
" pure-nothing injurious to the system en-.
tiers into 1t.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

Explaining TT presume the reason
why the chainless bicycle isn't as well
known as the other kind. remarked Rivers,
"is that it always travels in cog.,-Cmcago
Tribune.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

Nothing tries fellows patience more
than to find all the windows locked when he
tries to raise them suddenly in the morn
g-Washington Democrat.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
Leads to Consumption.

Kemp's Balsam will stop the cough at
once. Go to your druggist to-day and get a
sample bottle free. Large bottles, 90 cents
and 81 90. Go at once; delays are dangerous.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25
Lanes Family Medicine.

Moves the bowels each day. In order to
be healthy this is necessary. Acts gently on
the liver and kidneys. Cures sick headache.
Price % and soc.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

not really lazy, easy7going. Alas! in
these days of competition we cannot af-
ford to 20 easily.
He had been up once, and, as we
have heard, had failed. OF that failure
he had been bitterly ashamed, and his
father had not salved his wounds; for,
though the rubbing in of salt and vine
gar may be healthful, it assuredly is
not soothing.
The colonel had been twice a wild
over. His enemies said he had dra-
gooned his last wife into the next
world. And so Arthur had only his
twin sister to go to for the gentle salve
of feminine sympathy.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

Fits stopped free and permanently cured.
No fits after first days use of DR.. Hines
Great Nerve Restorer. Free So trial bottle&
treatise. Dr. Kline. 933 Arch st, Phila., Pa.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

No wonder typewriter gets ratified when
a pretty girl is working it.-Chicago News.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1897-11-25

II was an old, old, old, old lady,
And boy that was half-past three,
And the way that they played together
Was beautiful to see.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1897-06-12
ASBURY M. E. CHURCH.
Programme of the Chiidren's Services
Tomorrow.

Children's day will be observed in
the Asbury Methodist Episcopal church
tomorrow morning at 1890 o'clock.
There will be baptism of infants and
the following programme will be car
ried out:
Singing, "A Garland for Jesus. -. School
Responsive Scripture reading.
Singing, "A Call to Youth. .,....... School
Introductory Address. Miss Minnie Peck
Songs ana recitations. Primary class
Recitation, "The Town Of Used To Be-
James Langon
Recitation, do All That You Can,"
Miss Cora Budd
Recitation, THE Master Is Coming"
Miss Evangeline Dorsey
Singing, Saviour Like a Shepherd
Lead U.s. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. .School
Introduction to Young Peoples Repub-
lie ...................Miss Pearl Lidstole
First Star of the Republic, Law"
Dwight Sanford
Singing, "Obedience' School
Second star Of the Republic, "Intelli-
gence" ........M Miss Nettie Van Gorden
Third Star of the Republic, "Frater-
nifty" ....................Mi Miss Claire Bliss
Solo, "He Moved Amid Our Human
Ways ....... Miss Evangeline Dorsey
Fourth Star Of the Republic. TEN
perance" ...............T Thomas Lanyon
Fifth Star of the Republic, Upright
ness" ..........M Miss Grace Stackhouse
Sixth Star Of the Republic. Patriot
ism .......................Al Albert kellow
Singing. 80 Happy Republic" ....School
Offering for the Sunday School Chill
drens Fund.
Closing song, THE Golden Republic