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The record-union., 1897-12-03
Didn't Approve of the Feast.

The lesson was from the prodigal son,
and the teacher was dwelling on the
character of the elder brother.
But amid all the rejoicing" he said,
there was one to whom the prepara-
ton of the feast brought no joy, to
whom the prodigal's return gave no
pleasure, but only bitterness: one who
did not approve of the feast being held,
and who had no wish to attend it. Now
can any of you tell who this was?"
There was breathless silence, fol-
lowed by a vigorous cracking of
thumbs, and then from a dozen SYM
pathetic little geniuses came the Choir
US:
please, sir, it was the fatted calf!"-
Aberdeen Journal.
The record-union., 1897-12-03

hard times for the unemployed. Many
Of them are almost driven to despera-
ton. You can hardly expect them TO
starve in land of plenty. They can
not get work unless they displace 9TH
ers by underbidding them in the mat
ter of wages. This would be repre-
of a tramp.
Then, what is to be done? How is
the evil to be remedied? We are on
the verge of a crisis, which if not
averted will cause this country to
weep tears more bitter and gall
ing than were caused by the rebellion
a little over third of century ago,
when the shackles were rent from the
limbs of several millions of black
slaves. To-day this liberty-loving ma
tion has millions of overworked white
slaves, and yet thousands of others who
seek work and cannot find it. The
time will come, boys, when Moses will
rise and lead the hungry children OF
toll out of the wilderness of oppression.
Shall the exodus be peaceable and or
derly, or shall it be revolutionary and
destructive?
1T can be accomplished without
turbulent ripple upon our sea Of State,
but I am too weary and hungry to dis
course upon the modus operandi at this
time. / am ashamed to tell you that
I have only eaten fruit and grapes that
l have secured from wayside farms for
three days and nights, and God only
knows how it will be with me when
the fruit season is over
Il had the good fortune to be fairly
we'll educated in youth, and had the
advantages of refined training, and am
too proud to ask for assistance, but
circumstances have humbled me into a
frame of mind that I will not resent
any offer of charity that may be ten
dered me.
Thanks, boys; this will greatly re-
fresh me. / shall eat a square meal
and sleep in good bed tonight, and
should like to give you my remedy for
the evils that are enslaving the masses
of our country, which 1 shall do when
ever you have the time and patience
to hear me. Boys, good-by, and may
you never want for the necessities of
life, and have to depend on an unse-
cured job to supply your actual de-
mands, is my earnest prayer"
The record-union., 1897-12-03
kWeinStOCk Lubin C Co., 4OO-4I2 II ST. SaCrane

wild elephants already captives, who
still hoped for the freedom of their
leader?
But it was of no avail! Biljis enor-
nous strength was to much for the
poor, tired, worn out beast. AT the
first sign of yielding, four magnificent
tame elephants, with mahouts on their
backs, rushed into the field. Nooses
of iron chains We're hung around the
huge body, and proud Bilji headed the
sad procession. The captive was Sc
cured to two elephants ON each side,
with chains on each leg, and so led
into Camp.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
TO-DAY, $50
5000 Yards
|FlanneletteS.

Please do not confound these
Flannelettes with what you are
in the habit OF getting for SC. They
are not the same.
1t took special preparation and
large buying to enable us to offer
these Winter Flannelettes at the
price that we do. In fact, at the
present time we could not buy
them from the mill for SC.
The Flannelettes are perfect
goods, soft, feecy nap, splendid
patterns, including pink and blue
stripes and pretty checks. An ideal
fabric for Winter nightgowns. A
fair quantity will be allowed to
each customer. Regular value not
less than &C yard.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
empress" Dinner Set,
.II2 Pieces, for 50 20.

Semi-porcelain Dinner Set in
dainty claret brown decorations
and at price no higher than plain
white used to be sold for.
This set arranged for 6 persons
S. 90; for 9 persons, SO o5; full
dinner set of II2 pieces for Il
persons, So 70.
Or we will break the sets. sell
ing dinner plates at ST 10 dozen
tea cups and saucers, ST 25 dozen
vegetable dishes, 2Oc; medium
size meat platters, 27c, and other
pieces at corresponding prices.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Coal SCuttles, 15C.

Good size Iron Coal Scuttles,
Japanned finish, I5c. Some with
hoods, 35c.
Long round handle Iron Coal
Shovels, Ioc.
Iron Fire Tongs, 2oc.
Wood Handle Pokers, 7c.
Stove Pipe, all sizes, I2c joint.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
IChiIdren's Jackets, SIS so.

Fifty Children's Jackets reached
us yesterday. They are Tor o to-
IL years and are very desirable
STYLES. Come in dark mixtures
and tan, with applique trimming.
AS they came later than expected
and as we wish to sell them soon
the price OF s. so has been made.
You will find them telling value
at that price.
The record-union., 1897-12-03

Heavy All-wool
lSuitingS, S5C Yard.

We have placed in stock very ,
pretty line OF novelty wool Dress
Goods about SO inches wide, III
new blue, green, brown and purple
shades. Don't pay soc for ordinary
suitings until you have first seen
these special values at S5c yard.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Brutal Suggestion.

Scene: Newly-married pair on bench
in park; old gentleman supposed to be
asleep.
She-My darling.
He-My dove!
She-My doggie!
He--My pussy!
She-My duck!
He-My pretty birdie!
She-My goosie!
He-My lambkin!
Old gentleman Gnterrupting brutal
ly)-Can't you call each other Noahs
arks, and have done with it?-Tit-Bits.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
0ITI|1ll3!ll$

"s-DAY MALARIA CURE FOR MA
laria, chills and fevers, 75c bottle.
"Ott's" Liver Pills for biliousness, con-
stipation, etc, 25c a bottle.
otis Liver Cure, for the liver, stom-
ach and bowels. Price, Soc a bottle.
otis" Kidney Cure, for the kidneys.
bladder. urinary and genital organs.
otis" Cough Cure, for coughs, colds.
hoarseness, etc. Price 25c bottle.
'.Ott's'' Blood Cure, a sovereign remedy
In all cases where a true Alternative is
needed. Price, 81.
"Ott's" Carbolic Ointment, the best
known for all sores and skin diseases.
Price. 25c.
'.Ott's" Corn Cure. easily applied; for
corns and bunions. Large bottles, 25c.
otis Toothache Drops. stops tooth
ache instantly. Price, 25c.
otis" Foot Powder, for tired. sore,
fetid, swollen. sweating and aching feet.
Per box, 25c.
otis" Catarrh Balm, for catarrh, cold
in the head, hay fever. etc. Price per jar.
25c.
Manufacturing Druggist, 2G0 K street,
south side Second and K, Sacramento.
Cal.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
A Appropriately Named.
Ie was in a reminiscent mood.

IfE WIS III q REMINISCENT mood.
Il recall one occasion" he said.
when / wore bright red sweater into
a field where large. irritable bull was
confined / was not looking for infor-
nation, but ! acquired some"
such as what?"
We'll, among other things, I made
up my mind before l finally got over the
fence that that particular feature of
my attire was appropriately named"-
Chicago Post.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Banquet Globes, 05C.

Large Decorated Banquet
Lamp Globes, 9 inches in diane
ter. Can be fitted to any lamp.
This is the time to discard your
old paper Or silk shades for some
thing newer. Price o5c.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Table Covers, ST As.

In our Upholstery Department
you can find special value in high
grade Tapestry Table Covers in
choice colors, fringed all round,
at ST AS.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
New rlattings, 25C.

We aim TO carry the best selec-
ton OF fine linen warp mating to
be had. The newest patterns in
imitation woods, mosaics and
bright colors. 25c yard.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
A Great Rug for ST. 25.

Large imitation Wilton Rugs in
new patterns and Oriental colors
such as terra Gotta, old blue, GRIM
son and green, size 3ox6o inches.
ST 25.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Tenement Row Incidents.

Rudolph Pempernickle-A baby fell
out of a fifth-story window up the
street, just now, onto a grocery store
awning, und aber, it wasn't hurt bit!
Hans Meyerhoffer (storekeeper)-Dot
vas lucky! A baby fell out of two
story window onto my awning. alretty
oncet, an donner! it ripped a hole six
foot long in iti-Brooklyn Eagle.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Black AstraChan.

We carry two qualities of black
curly astrachan, so inches wide,
for trimming and making ladies'
capes. These are good values at
So so and So 25 yard.
The record-union., 1897-12-03

Thin and impure blood is made rich
and hcalthful by taking Hoods Sar-
saparilla. 1t braces up the nerves and
gives renewed strength, particularly af-
ter severe Illness.
The record-union., 1897-12-03

During 1895 the United States export
ed to Mexico $17,00O,OO0 worth Of
goods, and in the succeeding year $21,-
000,0 worth.
The record-union., 1897-12-03

The American Federation of Labor
has decided to appoint a committee TO
draft suggestions for legislation by
Congress.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
To CURE corn ~ oxr NV

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All drug
gists refund the money If IL fails TO cure 25 The
genuine has l.. b. q on each tablet,
The record-union., 1897-12-03

4 Save money by buying your tea and
coffee Of J. LEM )rry. 531 ii
The record-union., 1897-12-03
r1aple
Secretaries, 81 25.

Women's Writing Desk of real
birds'-eye maple. Attractive in de-
sign and with handy compart-
ments, drawer, etc. Finished with
brass rod at top and will make a
useful and acceptable holiday gift.
Price 81 25.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Chatting Dishes,
So so to SIS so.

Chatting Dishes are appropriate
holiday gifts and you will find here /
a variety of choice styles. All OF
them are fitted with late style al {
cohol lamps and patent extin- J
guishers. Some are on wrought
iron stands and some on nickel
plated stands.
Prices range from 81 so to I
S. so, but whatever price you pay I
you will get more for your money
than you ever have before. We
make no fancy profits. l
The record-union., 1897-12-03
Holiday Gifts
to l1en.

New colorings and artistic
shapes in celluloid novelties for
gifts to men. The assortment is
unbroken and this is the very best
time to buy. Let us look at few
of the prettier conceits.
Celluloid Shaving Case, with
razor, mug, brush and full satin
lined, ST so.
Celluloid Cuff and Collar Box,
square shape, with colored lining,
81.
Necktie Box, celluloid without
and satin lined within. ST.
Also in Swiss Wood Smoker
Sets, in latest colorings and de-
signs. 0Oc to So 50.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
ro-day's 6c
Price, a y
Also To-day,
|UnderSkirts, 81.

Our aim in the Cloak and Suit
Department is to offer new items
at special prices whenever posi-
bic.
Here comes another lot of hand
some Cotton Poplin Underskirts
in the latest Roman stripes, deep
umbrella flounce, cut bias, giving
a very pretty effect to bottom of
skirt. Rich variegated stripes in
blue, green, red, hello and
cerise. Also one lot of stylish
plaids on black grounds in all the
latest combinations of colors.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
porcelain Clocks
lAlsO Down.

5 Cream White Porcelain Clocks,
! with decorations in tints of blue.
4 green, pink, etc, and in Delft
I and Dresden effects. Sizes
70 to I3I inches high. The
/ more expensive ones have
the figures of the hour en-
! graved on abalone shell, which re-
! fleets soft rainbow hues that add
much to the beauty of the clocks.
! Former prices 81 so to $I4.
! To-day's prices, So Is to So 90.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
oWOmen'S
kUnderskirts, 25c.

Made of Flannelette in narrow
pink and blue stripe. Price 25c.
The record-union., 1897-12-03
YOUR MANHOOD
OR. SAHDERS ELECTRIC BELT.

1t builds up vita! energy and
makes manhood complete. 1t has
cured thousands.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25

Cadillac News and Express: Cadillac
and the section of the state traversed by the
Ann Arbor railroad will be interested in a
report which Genes from Marinette, Wis,
that project which has more than little
promise of success is being worked up by
the Ann Arbor road to secure a western
outlet to Duluth aud thence west and
southwest into the wheat producing sec
tions of the Dakotas. A representative of
the company was lately at Marinette and
Menominee and is said to have procured an
option on the Holmes logging railroad, the
eastern terminus of which is about 20 miles
from Marinette, and extends from that
point about 40 miles In northwesterly
direction. BY securing this road, with a
connection put in to the mouth of Menomi
nee river, the Ann Arbor line, by means Of
its car ferry, across Lake Michigan, could
tap an extensive lumber, pulp and cedar
country, as well as get reach toward the
northwestern grain and coal trade, which
could eventually be secured by connec-
ton with one of the 500 roads, or by an ex-
tension of its own line westward as an
Independent competitor. If the report from
Marinette has any basis In truth it is proba-
BILE that the Ann Arbor is nursing an ambi-
ton to reach out for northwestern traffic,
and thus make its car ferry link in great
trunk line.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25

Some people can be fooled once or twice,
but very few more than that. Mr.. Bryan
in his speeches last fall asserted that the AZ
million dollars necessary to keep pace with
the growth of population in the United
States could not be produced since the sus-
pension of free coinage of silver, and quoted
Senator Sherman in support of his theory
that this amount was necessary to be added
to the currency of the country each year.
He was undoubtedly right in his quotation
of Senator Sherman, but both inaccurate
and misleading in assuming that this amount
Of currency cannot be and is not added to
the circulating medium of the country by
means of its present facilities. The coin
age of the minis of the country In the year
which ends with the present month will be,
in round numbers, 100 million dollars, three
fourths of 1t gold, while that of the calendar
year 1856 was 80 million dollars. Add to
this the fact that the money in circulation
today is $13s, OOO,O 600 more than it was
year ago and 1t will be seen that Mr.. Bry ans
statements in this, as we'll as in many other
things, were, to say the least, misleading.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25
AT YOUR HOME

You Can Consult Renowned Physician.
In view of the great multitude of women
suffering from some form of female disease,
and yet unable to find any cure, DR.. Hart
man has announced his willingness to direct
the treatment Of as many cases as make ap.
plication to him during the summer months
without charge. The treatment will be
conducted by correspondence. The doctor
will prescribe all medicines, applications,
hygienic and dietary regulations necessary
to complete cure. The medicines prescrib-
ed can be obtained at all drug stores. This
offer will hold good only during the sum-
mer months. Any woman can become a
regular patient by sending written state
ment of her age, condition in life, history
and symptoms of arrangements. All cor
respondence will be held strictly confiden-
tial. No testimonials of cures will be given
to the public except by the express wish Of
the patient. The principal remedy he re-
lies upon in such cases is Pe-ru-na, which
every woman should have who has any af-
lection of this kind. Those wishing to
become patients should address DIR. Hart
man, Columbus, Ohio.
The Pe-ru-na Drug Manufacturing Com
pany. Of Columbus, Ohio, are sending free
to any person writing for 1t, a neat little
pamphlet devoted exclusively to the treat
ment of female diseases, written by DR..
Hartman,
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25
Commencement.

The commencement exercises of the Owes
so high school were held Friday evening at
the Baptist church, and there in the pres
ence Of a great audience of relatives and
friends and friends of the schools, the larg-
est class which has ever been graduated in
Shiawassee county received their diplomas
and thus severed their relations as pupils in
the city schools.
The weather was all that could be ex-
pected and the large church was filed. In
the front of the church baskets of flowers
and boquets were piled high and these Of
ferings of friends and large and handsome
American flag made up the decorations of
the stage.
Music was furnished by Mrs. Eta Gould,
Mrs. ID. M. Christian, Roy Knapp, 4. E.
Lohnes and Prof. Harris, with Miss Nellie
Goss as accompanist. The address of the
evening by Prof. Martin l.. D'Ooge, Dean
of the literary department at the University,
was carefully thought out and scholarly
production, entitled 1.-THE Place and Func-
ton of the High School in our American
Life" DR.. D'Ooge spoke at considerable
length and made strong plea for the high
school.
The presentation of diplomas was made
by Mr.. Fitzpatrick, president of the Board
of Education, who spoke briefly and in an
appropriate way.
In view of the fact that Mr.. Austin was
about to leave after nearly six years of work
in the high school, led Mr.. Simmons to call
on him for few remarks. Mr.. Austin
thanked the people for the support they had
given him and praised the class for the way
in which they had done their work. Mr..
Simmons then spoke briefly of the growth
which the schools had made in the period
nine years-during which he has been con-
nected with the schools.
After the exercises were over the gradu-
ating class surprised Mr.. Austin by taking
him prisoner and conducting him to a room
at Connor's, prepared for the occasion.
Here refreshments were served and Mr..
Austin was presented with two handsome
portraits elegantly framed, one of Washing
ton, the other of Lincoln. The occasion
was very fitting close to the other exer-
cises and was keenly enjoyed by the class
and teachers present, though the sadness of
parting with Mr.. Austin could not be en-
tirely dispelled.
Both Mr.. Simmons and Mr.. Austin have
just reason to feel proud of the position
which the high school now occupies in the
state, as have also the citizens Of Owosso,
and 1t is to be hoped that the school will
not stop, satisfied with the position already
but will continue to improve for
years to come.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25
Teachers Institute.

The annual Teachers Institute for
Shiawassee county will be held in CorunI q
during theweek ending August 14th.
No efforts will be spared in making the
institute an interesting and profitable one.
The work will be conducted by Supt. w. j.
McKone, of the Mason schools, whom many
of our teachers remember as one of Shi-
awassee's hustling teachers in past years,
and we can assure you that continued
energy and further experience have added
much to his ability as an efficient conductor.
The instructors are Supt. G. l.. Bemis,
of Ionia, and Commissioner Of Schools w.
FL. French, of Hillsdale county. Supt.
Bemis, who, perhaps, is comparative
stranger to Shiawasse county teachers,
bears the reputation, in other parts of Mich
igan, of being very able and energetic in
most progressive school commissioners of
the state.
We hope to secure one or more good even
ing lectures, one of which will probably be
by Dr. B. A. Hinsdale, of the University
of Michigan, on the subject, michigan
System of Public instruction"
No progressive teacher will neglect this
opportunity for self-improvement; and no
teacher who intends to continue in the pro-
fession of teaching will be absent, except
for very strong reasons, such as sickness or
death.
Every teacher in the county has con-
tributed towards this institute, and from
good business principles we shall expect
your attendance.
The regular teachers examination will
take place in Corunna, on Thursday and
Friday of the following week, and the
Owosso summer school will close the week
previous to the institute.
Very reasonable rates for board and
rooms will be provided at hotels and private
houses.
For any further information address
o. l.. BRISTOL,
Conn., of Schools.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25

his sister, Mrs. G. Barrows--Children
Day service will be held Sunday evening,
June 81, In the M. p. .church--Miss
Laura Scott left Friday morning for Fargo,
to visit her aunt, Mrs. q. Farr--The en-
deavor meeting, Sunday morning, will be
"How to get patience, and why"--Mrs. E.
w. Mason and Miss Sarah McWilliams
were the guests OF Mrs. A. E. Cadz, Thurs
day of last week--The Y. p. S q. K.
will serve ice cream and strawberries in the
l. o. o. F. hall in this place, Tuesday eve
ming, June 80. All are invited to attend
Mrs. II. Scott was in Bannister the
first of the week--Mr. and Mrs. q. u.
Wright, of Owosso, spent Sunday with Mr..
and Mrs. VIM. Wright--Dr. and Mrs. G.
Cramer, of Baraboo, Wis, are visiting at
Rev. ID. S. Cramer's--Mrs. P. Fl. Wilkin
and daughter, Miss Edna, of Rev, spent
part of the week with friends in this place
|--Percie, the youngest son of Mr.. and
Mrs. James Ockerman, is very sick with
the measels--Mrs. Bert Bonsor enter
tanned number of her lady friends at tea.
Wednesday--The game of base ball
played at this place, Saturday, between the
Garland, and Union club, of Owosso, was
won by Garland club; score to 23--Mrs.
M. Freik and daughter, Miss Jessie STAN
lake, of Pontiac, are guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles Strawberries. Edmund Vincent,
Of Garland, spent Thursday with her sister,
Mrs. A. f. Cadz--Prof. Charles Filkins
gave very interesting lecture Tuesday
evening, in the M. E. church to large and
appreciative audience. Subject, "The Old
World.v
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25
Prosperity is Returning.

The statement of failures in May by
branches of business gives much encourage
ment. In the amount of defaulted liabili-
ties the month was the smallest since Sep
TENDER, 1895; in manufacturing liabilities,
the smallest since November, 1895, and In
trading liabilities, the smallest except the
last month since September, 1894. Fail
ures Of general stores haye not been as
small In any other month as In May, '97; In
only two months out of thirty-six have there
been smaller failures in boots and shoes and
miscellaneous trading, only four in books
and hats, only FIVE in groceries, and not one
trading class In that month has reported
failures larger than in half the preceding
months, though in furniture failures are
rather numerous. In clothing manufacture
the month was the smallest except four out
Of thirty-six. except FIVE in chemicals, six In
wooden goods, seven In machinery, lumber
and miscellaneous manufacture, and ex-
ceeded the average only In iron and cotton
goods and earthenware, owing to few fall
ures of exceptional size. Nobody can mis-
take the meaning of such returns. -Dun's
Review, June s, 1897.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25
Burton.

Rev. and Mrs. Samuel Windren and
and daughter, Miss Edwinnie, of White
Oak, but formerly of this place, were guests
of old friends of this place, last week
Miss Abbie Hitler and George Stevens, of
Flint, were guests at Rev. Cramer's, last
week.-Mrs.. Edmund Filkins entertained
Mrs. j. Potter and Mrs. A. K. Cadz at tea,
Wednesday of last week--D. s. Cramer
is building an addition to his barn
George Mason and family, Of Corunna,
spent Sunday with his mother, Mrs. Ezra
j. e. Hubbell and daugh-
ter, Mrs. M. Neal, Of Owosso, were the
guests of Mrs. j. Z. Scott, Friday of last
week--Eddie Yoxen entertained about
twenty of his young friends to ice cream
and cake, Monday evening at the home of
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1897-06-25
Meets the Demand.

Mr.. James r. Hayes, proprietor of the
Wayne Hotel, Detroit, recognizing the very
popular demand for cheaper hotel rates, not
only from the commercial men, but from
the travelling public in general, has decided
to satisfy this demand in making some
radical changes in price by reducing the
rates of the Wayne Hotel to $500 and So so
per day and the rooms with bath to So. co.;
single meals to be so cents. Mr.. Hayes
wants it thoroughly understood that the
reduction in rates will not in any way in
terfere with the hotel being kept up to the
same standard of excellence as In the past.