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Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
TALKS WITH GIRLS.

In eating layer cake, or cake which
would soil the fingers. the fork is used.
Plain cake is broken on the plate and
small piece conveyed to the mouth by
the fingers.
Costumes Of bridesmaids are in best
taste when made with high rather than
low bodices. AT an afternoon church
wedding the bridegroom, even II he is o
clergyman, wears afternoon dress.
The conventionalities demand that
when young lady is forced to go to the
office of a dentist or physician she be
accompanied by her mother OF some
elderly woman friend.
In writing a letter to business firm
begin it, "Messrs. Hamilton Brothers
Gentlemen" The word Gents" is not
recognized as proper in any correspon.
dence.
A kindergarten teacher should use
n circular rather than business card,
us in 1t she may most easily explain her
system of teaching and tell of the prices
which she intends to charge.
Wedding invitations, whether they
are informal or not, should be sent to
the immediate members of the bride.
groom's family, even though you may
feel certain they will be unable to &C.
cept.
On Eat home" days, sandwiches, small
cakes and chocolate may be served If
you do not care to offer tea. AS you are
unable to so to the afternoon reception
send visiting card for each lady whose
name appears on the invitation, but in.
close them all in one envelope addressed
to the hostess.-Ladies Home Journal.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
crent Medical Discovery.

The new coupler for uniting severed
intestines, and which bids fair to super
sede the famous Murphy's button, is
the invention of Chicago man. 1t con-
sists of two decalcified bone collars,
with six needle holes at the apex Of
each and piece of gum tubing seven
eighths of an inch long and four-six.
teenths of an inch in diameter. The col.
lars are carved from round bones taken
from the lower hind legs of four-year-
old oxen. Four days after connection
has been made the two ends of intestine
have thoroughly grown together, the
collar has dissolved and with the tubing
has passed away.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
themselves on the bare rocks or drift
wood in the streams or on the banks.

themselves on the bare rocks or drift
wood in the streams or on the banks.
The Stanford student made his photo
graph close by the public road. II is a
scene by no means unusual there on
bright sunny morning. lie sent ii to
Science, and it is from that periodical
that the accompanying picture is taken.
This Oregon snake is but one species
of the genus to which the common
eastern garter or striped snake belongs.
There are least 20 species of the genus
in the United States; and all the species
including the Oregon snakes in the pic
ture are harmless. The eastern species
are, indeed, positively beneficial, de-
stroying field mice and certain insects
The Oregon sort feed Oh frog which is
very common in the waters of the
klamath, and this is the cause OF its
great abundance in the vicinity.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
The Electric Trolley stage.

A motor carriage is now in operation
In Greenwich, Conn.,, which will run
for an indefinite time and does not car
ry storage battery. 1t can only be
used on streets where there is a trolley
wire, so would hardly be practicable for
pleasure carriage. Its inventor has
named it an electric trolley stage"
1t differs in many respects from the
trolley car system. AS there are no
rails, two wires are employed to couple
the circuit. A trolley pole conveys the
current to the motor, under the car
rage, from which it passes back to the
return wire. An arrangement has
been made by which carriages may
PASS each other.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
THE PHONEToSCOPE.

lutely in the new instrument. We have
oil. known this for years, but none of
US ever thought of applying these prin-
ciples to the purposes for which they
were most needed and yet we all real
lie the old stethescope, which we have
been using, was crude apparatus. The
difference between the two instruments
is that one is made on the principle of
n trumpet and the other on that of
the telephone. With the new phonetic
scope the beating of the heart can be
heard as distinctly as though the ear
were placed directly over It,"
The phonetoscope shown in the nc
companying cut was patented only last
May.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

would get well. had female tro"oies
in their worst form, suffered untold
agonies every month my womb tipped
back to my backbone, had headache
hysteria, fainting spells, itching leu
corrhea. :,
my feet and hands were cold all
the time, my limbs were so weak that
1 could hardly walk around the house;
was troubled with numb spells.
have taken four bottles of Lydia H.
Pinkhams Vegetable Compound, one
bottle of her Blood Purifier, one pack
age of her Sanative Wash, and am
entirely cured. l have not had one
of those numb spells since. Can you
wonder that l sing the praises OF
medicine that has cured me OF all these
ills ?"-MRs. LOUISA PLACE, $50 BEL
mont St., Broclston, Mass.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
Riches Have wings.

popcorn ballsl Nice an sweet!'
announced the purveyor of those deli
cacies. "Two cents apiece. Have one,
mister?"
"Wa-al, / don't know" cautiously re-
piled Jason Whetrock. I'D like first
rate to have one, but nickel goes SO
dretful fast after you once break it!"-
N, Y. Journal.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
shalke Into Your shoes.

Aliens Foot Ease, a powder for the feet
1t cures painful, swollen, smarting feet and
instantly takes the sting out of CONS and
bunions. It's the greatest comfort discovery
of the age. Aliens Foot Ease makes tight
or new shoes feel easy. II 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. Olms.ed, Leroy, N. Y.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
No Club Rates.

"Jerkins' wife is very strict with
him"
"1n what way?"
"She charges him nickel every time
he uses an oath, and she won't let him
have six for a quarter."-Chicago Rec
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
Last Month OF the Tennessee Cen
tennial and Industrial Exposition.

The month of October closes this greatest
of all Expositions ever held in the South, and
next to the Columbian, the best ever held in
this country. For the closing month, spe
cial attractions have been arranged, and
the rates from all parts of the country have
been made lower than ever before known.
The location Nashville, Tenn is on the
main line Of the Louisville & Nashville
Railroad, directly on its through car route
in either direction via that city can be
made as cheaply, if not cheaper, than via
any other route. Ask your ticket agent
for rates, or write to c. p. Atmore, General
Passenger Agent, Louisville, KY, for rates
and information.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
SUFFERING WOMEN.
How Many Of Them Have Quietly
Obtained Advice That Made
Them Well

My sister, II you find that in spite OF
following faithfully your family doc
tors advice, you are not getting well,
why do you not try another courseY
Many and many woman has quietly
written to Mrs. Pinkham, OF Lynn,
Mass, stating her symptoms plainly
and clearly, and taken her advice, VIVA
was promptly received. The follow
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
SNAKES IN OREGON.
Singular Scene Photographed by a
California Student.

-S1ngUInr Scchc FhOtOBrupheu Dy w
California Student.
In July, 1895, student of geology at
the Leland Stanford, Jr., university, in
California, visited a branch OF the
klamath river, three miles south of
klamath Falls, in southern Oregon, on
geological search expedition. His
findings in geology may or may not
have been important, but he had an OPP
portunity to photograph the singular
scene which is reproduced here.
In that region a species of snake, be-
longing to the genus Eutaenia, swarms
by hundreds and thousands. These
snakes are found mostly along the
watercourses, in the grass, or summing
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
Almost Inside Out.

The stomach that is not turned thus by
shaking up on the "briny wave" must be a
well fortified one. The gastric apparatus can
he rendered proof against seasickness with
that stomachic so popular amongtravelers
sea and land-liostetter Stomach Bitters;
1t defends the system against malaria ana
rheumatism, and subdues liver complaint,
constipation and dyspepsia.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Smith-'Did many Of the passengers 60
to hear DR.. Fourthly preach in the main
cabin this morning" Brownies, but
most Of them left when he announced his
text" Smith-"What was it?" Brown
"'Cast thy bread upon the waters Life.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Watts-"There is one good feature about
the Klondike that has not been sufficiently
exploited, in my opinion" Potts-"'And
that is" Watts-"The superior facili-
ties for cold storage of fellow after he
dies, until his friends can send for him.
Indianapolis Journal.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
MIR. Ashury Peppers.

"Matrimony,' said the sweet girl boarder'
sis holy rite" ,..
"Why, then" asked Asbury Peppers,
with the air of man sure of his ground,
"why, then, is it that so many VINO marry
find they are wholly left!"--Cincinnati Tn
nuirer.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
Most All Druggists

sell you what you ask for. Some few will
ask you to take something which they claim
is "just as good" A little more profit in
duces them TO do this. DR.. Bells Pine-Tar'
Honey is the best cough, cold, and grip cure;
to accept any substitute.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
Agreement on That Point.

"You are very dear. aren't your"
asked the lady shopper of the ribbon
clerk.
"That's what all the boys say re-
piled she, sweetly.-Louisville Courier
Journal.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
An Important Addition

to the list Of the worlds most valuable
medicines is DR., Bells Pine.Tar- Honey
Harmless in its nature, yet almost infallible
in its action, it is undoubtedly the most
efficacious means known to-day of curing
coughs, colds, and kindred diseases.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
A Propitious Harmony.

Miss Bondclpper-I believe in the
marriage of opposites, Mr.. Deadhroke.
Mr.. Deadbroke-So do |, especially as
regards financial conditions.--Brook-
Ign Life.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
A Small Potato,

Askins-T That fellow, Dubby, isn't of much
Importance, is he?
Grimshaw-Much Importance? Why, he
wouldn't even cut any ice in klondike IN the
winter timei-Puck.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
A WOman of Mark.

Magistrate-The evidence shows that you
threw stone at the man.
Mrs. McDuff-An' it shows more than
that, yer honor. 1t shows that hit him.
Boston Traveller.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Clergyman-"My boy, do you know it's
wicked to fish on the Sabbath? Young
ster--"I isn't fishing; I'm teaching this ere
wurm to swim. "-1it.Bits.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
One Ga0d Doae

of DR.. Bells Pine.T ar-Honey, on retiring,
stops cough, relieves Group, or cures a
cold, and insures quiet rest and refreshing
sleep. 1t is harmless. Babies love it. All
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
Ia Cnn N0f He Rr0Ye1

that DR.. Bells Pine-Tar- Honey is the best
cough and lung remedy on earth unless you
will try it. 1t you do this and don't agree
with us, you get your 25c back quick, right
where you buy it,
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
sncnI,inr from Uxperience

Teacher-What is that which pervades all
space, which no wall or other substance can
shut out! 800
smell UJI Of onions ions, m missDodds and Eds.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
The Alternative,

Customer-Chalk down that shave; I'm
broke.
Barber-We don't trust. If you can't
raise ten cents raise whiskers.-Judge.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Because man is poor in flesh is not
sure sign that hedoesn't eat much.-Wash-
ington Democrat
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Judge-IIow do you know the prisoners
threw eggs at you?
Tragedian-I caught them in the act
Up-to- Date.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
A Hose waiting for Him.

Gerald--May l serenade you some
nightp
Geraldine-Td rather you wouldn't;
our water bill is heavy enough now
In. Y. Truth.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Cows were once used for moxey."
"Well, l don't believe people had much
money in their pockets in those days."
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
POPULAR SCIENCE.
The PHoNEToscoPE.
With II the beating of the Heart Ca
nn IL wA nl.flnrsI.,

With II the Beating OF the Heart Can
he Heard Distinctly.
The phonetoscope is the latest i'm
provement in the instruments used By
physicians and surgeons. Its use en-
ables one to hear the respiratory APP
par atus, of the organs Of digestion, of
The ear in health and disease, of mus
clcs, joints, bones, fractures, disloca-
tons, ETC., and even the capillary cir
culation. The slightest vibrations, ex-
Guiding other slight noises in the room,
rre heard during examination. 1t makes
IL possible for the physician to examine
dressed persons with scientific accu-
racy, offers certain method of de-
tccting people who feign deafness, and
enables the physician to appreciate the
normal and pathological sounds emit
ted by the organs of the body. The
pbonetoscope is perfected on the prin.
riples used in the telephone.
A physician says: "The principles
Of the telephone are carried out abso-
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

You can always tell man who is not used
to tipping his hat by the awkward way he
does it.-Washington Democrat.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

First Boarder-"I wonder the landady
let's him stay; everybody can see that he
drinks" SECOND Boarder--"Yes; but he
never has any appetite in the morning. =
Puck
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Cover an ass with lions skin, and he
will soon manage to poke his ears out some
how.-Ram's Horn.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

To Cure n Cold in One Day
Take Laxative Bromo Quinne Tablets. All
druggists refund money if it fails to cure. 25c.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

l am entirely cured Of hemorrhage Of
lungs by Piso's Cure for Consumption
Louisa Lindaman. Bethany, Mo-, Jan. 8, '94.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

We have noticed that the less q man
knows the more he criticises the courts.
Washington Democrat.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
Why Is Star Plug Tobacco

Why Is Star Plug Tobacco the Bests
Because it is made from selected stock OF
the best grade of leaf that grows. The ingre-
dents used in its manufacture are absolute
ly pure-nothing injurious to the system en-
tiers into it.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

A Dose in Time Saves Nine Of Hale's
Honey of Horehound and Tar for Coughs.
Pixies Toothache Drops Cure in one minute.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Boys carry their grips conspicuo,slv, so
people, will ask them where they arc going
Washington Democrat.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

"What do you regard as the most impor-
tant event Of the century," asked the phil
osopher. "Well," answered the wheelman,
"the finish is about as satisfactory as any
part of the run. Truth.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

"Why, George, you haven't smoked any
of those cigars gave you for birthday pres
ent." mo, dear, / couldn't find it in my
heart to burn anything you gave me-
Jurend.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

First Tramp-"Did yer give her dat gag
about ben' too feeble to work." Second
Tramp-"Yes. She said dat WIZ what wuz
der matter wild de gag."-N. Y. journal.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12
A GRAND WORK.
Helping Tired Mothers and Giving RIOS,
Checks to Cbildrep.

Thousands of tired, nervous, worried
women have found strength, health and
happiness in Hoods Sarsaparilla, which
purifes their blood, strengthens their
nerves and gives them good appetites.
Pale and puny children are given rosy
checks and vigorous appetites by the great
blood enriching qualities of Hoods Sarsa.
parilla. II is indeed the mothers friend
and it may well have place in thousands
Of families. Be sure to get Hoods.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Cook Ito policeman)-"How neatly you
carve that goose!" with sudden out.
burst of jealousy "You have deceived me! l
am not your first love. -Flegende Blaetter.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Halls Catarrh Cure
Is Constitutional Cure. Price 75c.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

a." said the pompous actor, "was once
where the shells fell so thick and fast that to
are alive to tell it?" "Oh, yes. The shells
were loaded with egg."-Detroit Free Press.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Do not slight the man because he has done
wrong.-Ram's Horn
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

Many sore-eyed man sets up for an eye
doctor, and does thriving business at it,
Rams Horn.
Savannah courier. (Savannah, Tenn.) 1885-1979, 1897-11-12

ing letter is q
pretty strong
confrmationof
our claims /:
~ had been
sick for six
: months;
. one doctor
n told me 1
II would have
Y to go to a
N hospital
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1897-02-11
What Are We Going to Do About 1t?

The Milwaukee Sentinel of Thursday
presented elaborate statements COM
piled from official records showing that
the cost of the state government of
Wisconsin has very materially increased
during the past two years, despite the
fact that all the people of Wisconsin
during the same period have been
compelled to twist and screw and
scrimp and sweat to make ends meet.
Governor Scofeld as the executive of
the state and leader Of his party,
builded better than he knew when he
made economy in expenditure the
ringing keynote Of bis recent inaugural
message.
The state administration now in
office must in its work practically atone
for the errors and extravagances or the
people of Wisconsin twill take it out Of
the republican party" and serve it
right.
A tremendous obligation to legislate
wisely and on business lines rests upon
the republican legislature now in
session.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1897-02-11
Death of Geo. w. Norton.

The Stevens Point Journal contained
the following account of Geo. w. Nor
toms death, which occurred in that city
on Saturday morning, February 9Th:
Geo. w. Norton died at his home at
3lS Dixon street, this morning at 6:3O
O'Clock, after an illness of six months
with diabetes. The disease made It's
first appearance in July and the victim
gradually weakened until four weeks
ago, when he took to his bed. Mr.. Nor
ton was born at McDiIl, May s, 1858,
ard lived there until manhood, when
he came to this city and worked for the
Clifford Lumber Co., and for several
livery stables, driving team.
June a, 1888, he was married to Miss
Cora Griffith of Fond du Lac, who with
four children survive him, the oldest
being SIX wears and the Youngest ten
months lie also leaves anaged mother
at McDill, two sisters, Mrs. Geo. Mime
han of Grand Rapids and Mrs. Charles
Heath of Plover, and Il brother, Alfred
Norton of Aspen, Col.
George formerly lived in this city and
received nearly all his education here,
where he has many friends who will be
saddened 10 learn of his death The
funeral service took place at the McDill
school house, Rev. /. G. Carr, pastor of
the Baptist church, officiating.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1897-02-11
5000 ACRES SOLD.
The Sherry, Cameron & Co. Lands i'm
Wood County Sold to Benson &
Anderton of Milwaukee.

1t has been known for some time that
Mr.. J. w. Cameron of Milwaukee, but
formerly resident at Nesper, Wood
county, was about to close a deal with
the firm of Benson & Anderton of Mil
waukee, for all the lands owned by
Sherry, Cameron & Co, in this county.
near Vesper, consisting of nearly 5000
acres. The deal was closed this week
and these lands will be placed upon the
market. This same firm has already
located large colony of settlers upon
lands near Pittsville and intend to do
the same at Vesper. This tract of land
is of fine quality, good soil, and will be
easily disposed of. An office Will be
established in the Cameron store at
Vesper where all business connected
with these lands will be transacted.
Further particulars will be given later.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1897-02-11
Death of John 4. Ebbe.

The Marshfie11SsFiaas gives us the
following account of tne death Of John
H. Ebbe, who is well known and has
many friends in the twin cities:
It gives US great sorrow to chronicle
The death of John H. Ebbe, which Oc-
Cured at his home in the town Of Lin
coin, Yesterday, at 3 p. H., Of inflamma-
ton of the bowels. Mr.. Ebbe was in
this city last Saturday, and his sudden
death causes a great shock. He was
conscious 10 the last, and surrounded by
the members of his family, honest
faithful John Ebbe closed his eyes i'll
the sleep Of death.
He was born in Denmark, May %,
1926, and came to this country in 1864.
Three years later he came to Wood
county from Lake Mills. jefferson
county, making the journey by OK team.
He settled on a piece Of land where his
last days were spent and where he has
continuously resided since coming to
this county. Mr.. Ebbe was the father
of eleven children, seven Of whom sur
vive him.
Mr.. Ebbe represented the town of
Lincoln in which he lived for many
years upon the county board, where he
always proved himself conscientious
member in the discharge of his public
duties. He made many warm friends
here who were panied to learn of his
sudden death.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1897-02-11
Public Debate.

The advantages of adopting the gen
eral charter law in place Of our present
City Charter Will be discussed at the
Council Room on Monday evening,
February 18th, commencing at 7:3C
o'clock.
J. A. Gaynor will lead in the affirma-
tive and Geo. L. Williams will lead the
negative.
The question is an important one and
will be decided by the common council
at its regular March meeting. 1t is
hoped that the public will take an in
terest in the matter and turn ont and
give an expression as to bow the
Council should act upon the matter.
GEO. w. BAKER,
Mayor.