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The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26

Genius has given fashionable folks q
new plaything with which to amuse
themselves. 1t is in literal obedience tC
the Biblical injunction regarding lamp
unto the feet, for that is exactly where
the new light is to be worn. 1t consists
of tiny lantern with sides of very stout
glass, mounted upon a stirrup which
straddles the foot of the user, a tongue
resting on the toe of the foot and acting
as part of the support.
This queer idea has taken strong hold
upon the minds of the smart set, and as
a result has sprung into instant favor
1t is particularly valuable to persons
who are given to walking about in
places where roads and sidewalks are
not well kept, for in such cases there
are always holes of various dimensions
and i'll unexpected Tsaces, i'll which the
pedestrian is sure to trip up if he is not
exceedingly careful.
There are several means Of furnishing
light for this curious lamp. Electricity
and oil are the most common. The
former is likely to be the most popular
method from the fact that there is no
danger of grease leaking out upon the
shoe. A tiny storage battery has been
constructed to be used in furnishing the
light 1t is ordinarily carried in the
pocket, and a flexible wire, insulated
and covered with channels skin, passes
from the battery and through the pocket
down to the lamp upon the foot. In this
way bright light is secured, the little
battery furnishing sufficient electricity
for walk of half dozen hours.
1t is also great convenience in horse
back riding by night, for the jolting
will not affect the lamp of the battery.
An equestrian parade has been planned,
to be given before long at one of the
winter resorts near New York, in which
every participant will have lamp at
tached to each foot. The projectors of
this parade believe that an effect will
be produced such as has never been wit
messed before.
1t is very odd sight to see lantern
club tramping about the country roads
on dark evening with lamp ON the
foot of each member. They look like
company of giant firefies, and the effect
on the eye is weird in the extreme. All
sorts of curious combinations of color
can be made by varying the color of the
glass. Exchange.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
The Martini Rifles.

NJ Martini, the celebrated gunmaker,
who died recently in Switzerland, be-
gan to make rifles 40 years ago. 1t was
not until 1869, however, when comb
nation of the Martini breech action with
a Henri barrel was selected from large
number of rife inventions and submit
ted to the British government, that he
achieved fame and fortune. The whole
of the British army is now provided
with these weapons. The manufacture
of the Martini Henri rife is now car
ried on by the British government at a
factory at Enfield, ten miles northeast
of London. About 1900 operatives are
employed at the government factory,
and it is estimated that each Martini
Henri rifle costs England about 48 shil-
limos
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26

Bruin does not retire from the open
till he is compelled to do SO by frost and
snow He lives through the summer on
berries, buds, insects of every kind,
grass, mice or any other small animal
that he can get. may say, for the ben
eft of the gentlemen that publish so
many terrifying bear stories in the daily
newspapers, that bruin is as harmless as
a COW during the summer and will take
to his heels in fright on sight of hui
man being 1t is only when he leaves
his lair too early in the spring and he is
not able to find anything to eat that he
will attack man, but he prefers a calf
or sheep, and the farmers table is often
short at shutdown.
But, as / have said, when winter
overtakes him he sets about to find
winter home. He has very likely during
the summer, when poking his nose into
hollow trees looking for the honey OF
wild bees, seen some place that will
suit him, and to this he goes straight
way. The tree must be large one, and
he will not select it unless there is a
space with plenty of room, where the
snow or rain cannot reach him. Thus
secured, he bundles himself together,
his head on his paws, closes his eyes,
and remains in this posture till "those
blind motions of the spring" tell that
"the year has turned Then he drags
himself out and begins his struggle fol
existence.
Sometimes, however, when lying in
this stupor, loud sounds startle him, and
his tree castle shakes. This is when the
lumbermen have found him and are as.
sailing the tree with their axes. He sci.
dom escapes, and if he does he will sure
ly die in the snowy forest unless he
can find another home.-Our Animal
Friends
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Fitz' "Esteemed Contemporaries"

San Francisco, March 22.-"Of all the
prizefighters who are aspirants for
championship honors," said Bob Fitz-
simmons Yesterday 81 believe Peter
Maher is the greatest. I believe he can
whip Corbett, Choynski, Goddard, Shar-
key and all he rest. While Choynski
is the most vicious puncher of them all
he does not possess the ring general
ship of Mayer. Such men as Sullivan
have absolutely no show of victory fn
modern pugilism. They cannot endure
nor can they escape the onslaught of a
modern pugilist. 1t is my opinion that
even a second rate fighter can put them
ont. !"
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Monument to william I.

Berlin, March 23.-In the presence of
an immense concOurse of citizens and
thousands of his troops, Emperor Will
Jams unveiled the magnificent monu-
ment of his grandfather, William 1, yes
terday. Gathered at the foot of the
monument during the ceremonies were
the royal family of Germany, the mobiles
of the court of William and Franz
Joseph and the leading dukes of the en-
pire. Each saluted the statue of the late
emperor and laid a wreath at it's base.
For three days the centenary celebra-
ton of the birth of William has been
in progress and no such celebration has
ever been equalled in magnifcence and
splendor in the history of the empire.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Encouraging Reports.

Danielson, Conn, March 2O.-Report:
from the towns in this section where the
wooden and cotton mills are the principa
industries have Of late evidenced a
marked improvement, with encouraging
prospects for steady employment. Ad-
vices indicate an increasing demand fol-
goods, and manufacturers now find less
difficulty in disposing of their large stock
of manufactured goods. More than 5000
people are employed in mills in this sec
ton, and in some cases night and day
gangs are working.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Suff;ocated In Shavings.

Nashua, N. H., March "a. - Pierre
Calawa was suffocated yesterday in a
peculiar manner. He was loading
shavings into a high cart from shute
at Cross & Tolles' shop. He fell into the
mass, and the shavings pouring down the
shute covered him up. He was smoth-
cred before help could reach him. He
had driven the team for years. He was
married and leaves two children.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26

Boston, March 20.-Boston Safe Deposit
and Trust company has brought II bills
In equity in the Suffolk supreme court
against it's former treasurer, Frank c..
Miles, and five life insurance companies
in which he is insured. asking that the
interest in the policies be reached and
applied to the payment of an alleged
Indebtedness to it by reason of his
fraudulent conversion of it's securities.
Miles life is insured for $780, 900.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Revival of Work at Pittsfield.

Pittsfield, Mass, March 22.-There is
a great revival in the wooden business
in this city and vicinity. All the mills
are running on full time, and have
more orders than they have had any
spring before in a long time. The Pom
toosuc Wooden company has leased the
Pomeroy mill for the manufacture of
dress goods The mill will be started
in few days. and will employ about
100 hands
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Got His Salary Raised.

Fall River, Mass, March pa sur
prise was given the city council last might
when Mayor Green read the resignation
of City Engineer Borden, because of in
sufficient compensation. He has been
city engineer for nearly a quarter of
a century. An order was introduced
and adopted providing for the raising
of the salary of the office from $500 to
$500, to take effect from the last of
To
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
supposed Pauper Left a Fortune.

Toronto, March 24.-Lawrence Walls,
who,died in, st. Michaels hospital of Goa.
gas asphyxiation on Sunday, left for
tune of over $4,000. He lived in a filthy
howell, dressed in rags, and was gener-
ally supposed to he in destitute circum-
stances No relatives have yet put in
an appearance to claim his property, bit
he is said to lave heirs both in England
and the United States.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
vexatious Charge of Heresy.

London, March 29-Rev. DR.. John
Watson, Ian McLaren," was the prin-
cipal speaker at the Mansion House
meeting yesterday in aid of the sailors
homes. DIR. Watson in an interview
said: II have ignored the charge of
heresy brought against me. as it is sim.
ply vexatious. wish you would thank
my friends in America for their kind
ness. Say to them that they need not
be alarmed about my orthodoxy"
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26

Boston. March 22.-The delegates, rep
resenting the trade unions of Boston and
vicinity. who Ittended yesterdays meet
ing of the Central Labor union. devoted
considerable time to the Dingley tariff
bill. 1t was claimed that the proposed
increase of duty upon tobacco would be
of great injury to the thousands of
cigar makers employed in this country.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
governor bradley win Resign

Cincinnati, MarCh zZ.-Ihe Enquirer 5
special from Frankfort. KY, says: Gov
ernor BRADLEY mas told two friends, that
no matter what the result of the prese nj
senatorial fight, he would res gn the
office Of governor immediately after the
expiration OF the present extra session.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
The NaZaire Survivors.

New York, March 24.-The three sur
vivors of the Inflated French liner, Vile
de st. Nazaire, Captain Berri, Dr. Marie
and Engineer SAINTS, are reported as
doing well, while the fourth, Juan De
Dios Tejada, has suffered relapse and
at times appears to have lost his reason.
The friends of Tejada feel alarmed over
his condition He is often delirious,
calling for his wife and children.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Ordered Sold by Court.

Amesbury, Mass, March 20.-The in
solvency court has ordered the assignees
of the shoe manufacturing firm of Adams
g. Pettingii, which failed here a year
ago, owing $4,000. to sell the interest
in an estate at Rowley. valued at several
thousand dollars. owned by T. H.
Boardman, a member of the firm.
Increased Wages Per Cent.
Woonsoclxet. r. l., March 23.-The
Lippitt Wooden company has advanced
the wages of its $50 employees per cent.
The mill is now running full time.
The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1897-03-26
Notified of Cretan blockade.

Washington. March 22.-The repre-
sentatIves in Washington of the six
powers signatory to the Berlin treaty
Great Britain. France. Italy, Germany.
Austria Hungary and Russia-have in
concert notified this government of the
blockade Of Crete. the notes having
been delivered to Secretary Sherman
Yesterday.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28
ODD FELLOWS GRAND LODGE.

The Odd Fellows met this morn
ing and elected the following Off
GERS j. B, Baker Grand Master
Theo. TreadwaN Deputy Grand
Master; II, A, Rowe, Grand War
den; j, b, Friedhelm, Grand Secre-
tary; Alex Mckay Grand Treasur-
err j, O, A, Sullivan, Grand Dele-
gate,
Little Rock was chosen as the
next meeting place
The Recbekahs elected the follow
ing officers Mrs Ida Belot, Pres.
ldent; Mrs Julia Potter, Vice Pres
ident; Mrs, Lucas, Grand Wardenj
Mrs, E, Reed Secretary, Mrs Au.
gusta Gully Treasurer Mrs, Cuck-
ler and Mrs. Diokey Executive
Committee Mrs. Alice TreadwaN
State lnstructress,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

A harblnger Of winter or sign th IS
morning was ushered to our vision
as we passed over the city 10 many
ways. At the Western Union Tel
egraph Office the doors were all
closed and the sign push and come
in" was hung out The wire screens
over the windows at the Pratt
house we're being removed and
stored, Many people could be seen
with their coats buttoned up about
their necks, and in the windows of
our big stores we're piled wooIen
blankets and fine aeecy underwear.
We certainly believe that winter
has set in to stay with us for a
while.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28
WhnL nL A IN AnILnr lnYl-

Buffalo, NY,=GentsI=irom my
personal knowledge gained Ia OBJ.
serving the effect Of your Shi'oh's
Cure In tascso Of advanced Consump
tion, am prepared TO Say Is the
most remarkable remedy that has
ever been brought TO my attention,
It has certainly saved many from
Consumption Sold by Smith Drug
Go, Inn
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

DR.. Spearman, our city physician,
who is also health officer, by virtue
Of his Office as such, and Mayor
John Cook who holds a place on
the board, tell us that they board
all passenger trains coming into
this city, and have officers to board
all freight trains and that the see
to it that Texarkana, Arkansas, is
fully protected from those who
have been in infected districts, as
the oath they administer to each
passenger will admit In addition
to this they have officers and the
police who hold Instructions to keep
the East Side free from hobos and
buns, We believe our quarantine
is stronger now than it ever was
and we feel safe with Dr. Spearman
and mayor Cook in command,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28
Auction |!

/ have opened upan auttIoumart
in this city, and will devote every
Saturday from II a, nj, 20 / p H.,
to the sale of horses, vehicles, har
ness, or anything ntbh lluc, for
anybody ON commission, My head.
quarters will be at the afcXirkana
Livery tomplays stables, where
/ can be- consulted at all times,
lOsil.lm hNtm liNutANn.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28
A arnnd Street Pngennt.

The Columbian Minstrels will give
a magnificent street parade at
1l,l5 o'clock tomorrow morning
The entire company will be out In
full force headed by the TeSarkana
band.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Electric Cleanser cleans carpets
make them look new for QUO cent a
yard, AT LemlyH l0.27s2w
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

II the Columbian Mjnstrels hit
YOU between the eyes tomorrow
night with a joke, take it allin good
part, they do 1t only to create a
laugh,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Morphine Cocaine aud Opium
habit treated at your own home or
elsewberej greatest secrecy obsery-
ed, Ladies and gentlemen, no IN
terferenee with business, no suffer-
ing, no publicity never refer one
person to another Common sense
method, have been personally
through It myself, CONSULTATION
FREE, will then tell you eaudidIy
whether can benefit you or not as
SOME CASES AOG iNcuGAnLG, New
Yorl, Hospital experience, Ad-
dress, In strict confidence,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Miss Belle Rodgers left on the
cannon ball this afternoon to visit
the Fair at Dallas, She will be the
ouest of Miss Corrine Angel,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Real estate agent q, A, Hays is
back from Bakers Springs He
speaks In highest praise Of the
water aud reports attorney W. H.
Arnold as saying he would not take
500 for the good II hadalrcody done
him.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Mr.. and Mrs, Maroney OF Dallas,
Texas, who are well known here, are
rejoicing in the birth of a boy Our
beft wishes for the little fellow.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28
Care 1'fXARKANfAN,

state where aud when | can see
you, 40 II preferred will make ap.
pontmeuta when you Wish, Gases
In the country undertaken by spec
ial arrangement. If you really
wish to be cured do not delay write
at once, otherwise save your time
aud money Only take limited
number cases as attend each In
person daily Cut thiH out
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Electric Cleanser will clean wall
paper Price % cents, At Lem
ly's, l0.272w
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Mr. Frank polhamlus and wife
are In Dallas, Texas, attending the
fair
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Lay dull care away tomorrow
night and visit the only and best
minstrel performance yet given
here by professional or home tai
ent shows.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Lecture tonight at opera house
begins at half past eight o'clock
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Mrs, Shut and daughter MaytIe
are both down with the dengue,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Dr. \, j, WallIngton Of New Boa'
ton, Texas, Is rcglateredot the Ben
eneld
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

G, 70, Wright left Yesterday Tor
Garland City to be the guest Of
Pane Booker for several days Mr.
Wright expressed thc dcssro to see
how cotton was glunod aud picked
and Pane made him 30 home with
him aud will certainly treat Mr.
Wright all right
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Mrs. M. E. Barlow and daughter,
who have been in Little Reckon a
visit, returned last night and regis
tered at the Benefited.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Go out Saturday night and hear
Coy Bob Taylor He ~ great
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Don't be a ehump aud stay away
from the opera house tomorrow
night,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

"Americas Uncrowned Queen
at opera house tonight,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Electric Cleanser will clean rugs,
Chenille curtains, silk, plush and
clothing. At Lemly's, 10 27'2w
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Lay In your coal See advertise.
ment Of "a complete plant"
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

The rain last night brought out
In a well developed shape couple
Of lakes between Pine and Vine on
Broad. If they were lencedin they
would be taken for the Spring Lake
Park natatorium
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

See the procession tomorrow OF
the Columbian Mmatreh, It will
be great
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Use some gravel on Broad street
and stop up the holes,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Mayor Hardin writes IRON Dal-
las, Texas, that he heard Governor
Bob Taylor lecture at Terrell, Tex
and that mis- "Fiddle and Bow" furn-
Ishes a rare treat,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28
LOCAL AND PERSONAL.

LOCAL AND PERSONAL'
A fine day,
=N--s-@
Lecture tonight,
-=--s=--
Buy your 0annes
- W-e--- -
Go out to the lecture tonight.
Flag the "0agginRs" in our city,,
1t raiued real wet rain last
night,
John Ingram is back from the
Dallas Fair
--e--e-s
Pane Hamilton, of Ogden, Ark,
is here today
--aa- s=
AlG Fields minstrels will be here
on llth OF Nov
Call on your "uucle" aud get your
coat out Of soak
Guy Choate returned from Dallas
Texas, yesterday.
The Iron Mountain was late com
ing In this morning,
-s-z
Norman Sutton Is here today
from a drumming tour
-s=a
Use some gravel on Broad street
and stop up the holes,
Americas Uncrowned Queen
at opera house tonight
aa---aaaa
Lay In your coal See advertise.
ment OF "a complete plant,
-sa.aa-
Go out Saturday night and hear
Coy Bob Taylor lie s great.
-e
Lecture tonight at opera house
begins at half past eight o'clock
Mrs, Shut and daughter Maytle
are both down with the dengue,
Electric Cleanser will clean wal
paper Price % cents At Lem
Tvs. l0.212y
Mr. Frank polhamus and wifi
are In Dallas, Texas attending tn,
fair,
at tta
Dr. r. j. Watllngton Of New llos
ton, Texas, ls rcgIstcrodat the Ben
cheld
Don't be a ehump aud stay ava
from the opera house tomorrow
night
See the procession tomorrow o
the Columbian Muatreh II vii
be great
j. r. Peel has recovered from
spell OF sickness and left for Ne,
Port today
The Rebekahs had an entertain
ment OF some kind at the Maaonl
hall last night
Remember Homer ~ Wilton a
the opera house tonight Admla
sion 30 cents,
We are glad to learn that Mis-
Day Ferguson has recovered tfou
a spell Of sickness.
Now that the crust OF the cart
has been moIatcned, let the tros
come aud We will all be happy
The mercury registered Ols thi
morning ltwill have TO fan TO u
degrees before we have u FROST
Marshall Field Go, Chicago, say
Electric Cleanser will do all that /
claims At bemlys, lOaig,
The Odd fclowa are stilllu scn
elon here aud II ID thought thel
work will be terminated by tomor
row noon
The Trsafbana n shreveport
road will be rushed through II
OuhhOlta We are told, Lut lhu
coed work proceed
A ueodly number Of tickets hay,
been sold for The lecture tonight a
opera house, by Homer r. Wilson
II you want 10 hear the best lecture
Of the season 20 out tonight
If you want 20 hear something
good aud do something good, u
cut tolhe lecture tonight aud he'll
the lGndeayof Society AZ oporl
house Admission only 90 cents,
While Governor Jones Is talking
OF building State railroads, capital
lets In this part Of The State are
throwing up dirt aud putting down
steel On several llnea They know
there is nothing IN the Governor 81
his proposition
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Mrs, II, D. Galbraith and children
arrived here last night from Hebron,
Neb, 90 join Mr., Galbraith who is
here holding a responsible position
with the Cotton Belt
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

j, r. Peel has recovered from A
spell Of sickness aud left for New
Port today
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Norman Sutton Is here today
from a drumming tour
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

The Iron Mountain was late com
ing In this morning
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

The West Side 6remen had a ball
last night, It was sltmly attended,
though we believe they sold many
tickets that were not represented
there by those who purchased them,
Now for the chemical engine boys,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

While Governor Jones Is talking
Of building State railroads. capital.
lets Ia this part Of the State are
throwing up dirt aud putting down
steel On several Ilnea, They know
there Is nothing IN the Governor or
his proposition,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Ben Williams presented us with
an almanac this morning, aud we
would spring some Of the jokes we
0ud In II as original but we know
Ben has given every one Of our SUBJ
serIbers one and they would catch
up with us,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

The RcbeNMhs had an entertain.
ment OF some kind at the Masonic
hall last night
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Pane Hamilton, of Ogden, Ark
is here today,
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

If you want TO hear something
good aud DO something good, go
cut tothe lecture tonight aud help
the lGndcayor Society AZ opera
house, Admission onI, 90 cents
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Guy Ohoate returned from Dallas
Texas, yesterday.
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Cali on your "uuele" and get your
coat out Of soak
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Al G. Fields minstrels will be here
on llth OF Nov
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

A geodlY number Of tickets have
been sold for The lecture tonight at
opera house, by Homer r. Wilson.
II you want TO hear the best lecture
Of the season 20 out tonight
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

John Ingram is back from the
Dallas Fair
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

MIR, Robert Bruce and wife and
Miss Mabel Talbot, are back from
the Centennial, We are glad to
learn from Mr.. Bruce that they all
enjoyed the trip immensely
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

Remember Homer ~ Wilton AZ
the opera house tonight Admla.
sion 30 cents
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28

The fesarkana 4 Shreveport
road viii be rushed through TO
CushOlla We are told Lut the
good work proceed
The Daily Texarkanian., 1897-10-28
TEXARKANA GAS AND
ELECTRIC LIGHT GO.
omce in oGonhausor Building, state Line Ave

Now having duplicate eaadeseea electric light plant can ar-
M service TO be equal the best agg also just put Ia bran
bench o fe6rt for making Rta coal gas service has been
greatly improved ALSO dealers In ns motors and electric WppUc
Our prices are ua low au can be made.