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Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
WILL BE IN THE CABINET.
Ex-Gov. Long, OF Massachusetts, Slated for
Secretary Of the Navy.

Ex-GOv. Long, OF Massachusetts, Slated for
Secretary Of the Navy.
CANTON, O., Feb lit can be stated
positively that President-elect McKin-
ley has determined upon ex-Gov' Long,
of Massachusetts, for a cabinet port
folio, and the place will probably be
the navy, 1t is known that overwhelm-
ing testimonials have come from New
England in recommendation OF the ex-
governor since his. name was first
mentioned. They have come from
chambers of commerce, business and
professional associations, bankers, labor
organizations and letters and tele-
grams by thousands from the masses
Of the people. While there is NO state
ment that Mr.. Long has formally &C
cepted place in the cabinet, there is
believed to be no doubt that he will
accent
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

PANTsvILLE, KY, Feb. ll.-Andrew
Wilson, Preston Hall and Henry Brown
were drowned this morning in the Big
Sandy river in Pike county. The men
had been on a spree for several days
and started to cross the river on their
horses, which was frozen over.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
New Gold Camp Discovered.

There is considerable excitement IN
California over rich discoveries OF
gold ore at Randsburg, CAL, 20 miles
from Kramer station on Atlantic u
Pacific division of the Santa Re Route.
The new camp is a wonder. For
full information respecting Rands-
burg and the cost Of trip thither,
inquire Of local agent, A. 7. q 5. F.
7. 4 s. F. Ry, Oh cago. Texas offers
tempting inducements to the home
seeker. Investigate for yourself Ex-
cursion rates via Santa Fe route.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
Post once Appropriation Bill.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 12.-The post
Office appropriation bill for the fiscal
year beginning July l, 1897, was COM
pleted yesterday by the house commit
tee on post Offices and post roads, 1t
carries Sp5,0ll,7ll, or 5000, 1850 more
than the estimate of the postmaster
general. There is an increase in the
allowance for the free delivery serv-
ice. which is Sl2,595 in this bill.
The increase for letter carriers in Of
fees which have been recently raised
to the free delivery class is $4,000.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
Nv WAY OF illustration.

CADILLAC, Mich, Feb. l1.-Rev. w.
L. Laufman, in the Methodist church
here. preached on the evils of tobacco.
To illustrate the deadly effects thereof
he had two cats in his pulpit. Before
the congregation he placed nicotine on
the tongues of the animals, and both
died very quickly. The preacher will
kill more cats with alcohol next Sun
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
Earthanake Shock In Atah.

BRIGHAM CITY, Utah, Feb u. AT six
o'clock Wednesday night this city was
visited by the heaviest earthquake
shock ever experie need in this valley.
1t was so severe that the bell In the
courthouse tapped five or six times
The shock was felt as far north as
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
u,.y lin u,s rnther's House.

VINcENNEs, Ind, Feb. l9.-George
Fowee, aged %, son of Squire Joseph
Fowee, blew up his fathers home yes
terday by putting gunpowder INTO the
stove. The stove was blown to pieces
and the house shattered, but no one
was killed. The son said he wanted to
kill his father and stepmother- lie
WAS arrested and committed to Jail.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
THE TROUBLE IN CRETE.
The Greek Squadron Said to Have Landed
Troops on the Island.

The Greek Squadron Said to Have Landed
Troops on the Island.
LONDON. Feb. ia dispatch to the
Daily Mail from Rome says the Italian
foreign office has telegram to the
effect the Greek squadron has landed
arms and ammunition near Retimo. IL
this report is verified, the Italian
chamber will be again convoked, and
the general elections will be post
poned. Orders were issued for the inn
mediate concentration of the entire
active Italian fleet at Naples, The
first division of the feet will sail for
Crete to-day under command OF Adm.
Canavacio.
Another dispatch to the Times from
Canea says it is reported several sailors
have deserted the Greek warships to
Join the insurgents at Kaismo and kas-
| till. TO the westward of Canea. The
Mohammedan inhabitants were be-
seiged several days in their houses at
Kaismo and Kastil. On February %
the firing commenced in the streets
and % persons persons were killed.
The bodies of those massacred are still
living in the streets. 1t is impossible
to confirm the rumors Of other murders
and atrocities.
LONDON, Feb. l2-0ne hundred anc
fifty persons assembled yesterday even
ing at the dinner which the RoyaI
Societies club gave the United States
ambassador, Mr.. Thomas F. Bayard
upon his retirement from the court O
st. James.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
Bucklsn'e Arnica Halve.

The best salve in the world lc~
cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt.
rheum, chilblains, corns and all skin
erupsions, and positively cures piles
or no pay required. IT is guaranteed
tn Give perfect satisiact on or money
refunded Price % cents per box
For sale by ]. M. Gleissner.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

CHICAGO, Feb. l2.-Glban bonds TO
the extent of over sl5, 600, 900 have been
secretly issued and disposed Of in the
United States and elsewhere during
the past IL months. The greatest Sc
crecy has been exercised by the junta
in the handling Of these securities, for
the reason until quite recently 1t has
been a question whether issuing bonds
of the republic OF Cuba was violation
of international law.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

PEKIS, H., Feb. 12.-Miss Louise
Schuttler, a young lady Of Pekin, was
ground to pieces under a Chicago,
Peoria & st. Louis switch engine yes
terday evening She was engaged to
be married, and was killed within
sight of her intended husband, from
whom she had just parted.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
christians and Moslems Killed.

ATHENS, Feb. l9.-Advices received
here from Crete say that n fight oc.
Cured at Kastelli, in the province OF
Kissamo, yesterday, in which 80 Chris
tians and 100 Moslems were killed.
Crowds continue to surround the pal
ace cheering the king in commenda-
ton Of his majesty's action in sending
warships to Crete The royal yacht
Sphakteria accompanies the Greek tor
pedO flotilla to Crete.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
A College President.

LEXINGTON Va, Feb. l2,-The board
Of trustees of Washington and Lee
university to-day unanimously elected
postmaster-General william l.. Wilson
president in place of G.. W. c. Lee,
who recently resigned. II is under
stood that Mr.. Wilson will accept the
position and will enter upon the duties
of his office on July next
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
This CnmnnnY IIad a Snap.

CLEVELAND, O.. Feb. l2.-An item OF
interest in connection with the col
lapse of the steel rail pool is the fact
that the Cleveland Rolling Mill Co.
has been receiving 100000 per annum
for refraining from making steel rails.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
For Playing Cards,

Send 70 cents il stamps to John
Sebastian, Genl Pass. Agent g. X. !.
&P. R'y, Chicago, for the slickest
pack of playing cards you ever hand
led, and on receipt Of such remittance
for one or more packs they will be
sent you postpaid. Orders contain
ing 60 cents in stamps or postal note
for same amount will secure packs
BY express, charges paid.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
New Mines Discovered,

5000 and more made daily on small invest
ments by our new plan Of systematic Grain
and Stock Speculation. Fullest investlga-
tIon solicited Past workings OF the plan and
highest references furnished, Send for our
free booklet telling how to make money, even
on the wrong side OF the market, also our
daily market letter. What and where to buy
Active representatives wanted. A. GIL
MORE Il CO., OMAHA BLDG, CHICAGO, ILL.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
A Xeteran's Death.

OscEoLA, Mo-, Feb. l2.-Bazzill
Myers. an old war veteran, dropped
dead Of heart disease in the office of
Pension Physician Whaley yesterday
afternoon, where he had gone to see
about an increase Of his pension.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
WOOL GROWERS DEMANDS.


The NafIOTIHI AHHUV1HIIO1 WIN fV' '''b"
Tariffs on the MerinO Product
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1.-THE National
Wool Growers association met here to-
day with SO members present, repre-
senting practically, all Of the wool
growing states and territories A res
CLINTON was adopted calling on con-
gress for such a protective tariff on
merino wool as should give to the
growers east Of the Missouri river 20
cents per pound, farm value, for I'M
washed merino, and 25 cents, farm
washed. and for sections west of the
Missouri. river IS cents, farm value, for
nnWashed.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
Children Cry for
Pitchers Castoria.
S3O0 TO $500 Per Day.

A live, bright lady in every county
to sell two Of the most perfect toilet
preparations on the market. They
sell at sight. Sold through agents
only. Address with stamp.
The Partisan Toilet Co.
l2O Michigan ST., Chicago.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

RICHMOND, Va, Feb. l2.-1he Ladies
Confederate Memorial association,
which is in charge of the jeff Davis
mansion here, have made elaborate ar
rangements forcclebrating the innugu-
ration OF President jeff Davis and the
birth of Washington on the ED.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
Chrl.tIans Numbering Mohammedans.

LONDON, Feb. IA dispatch from
Canea says that the latest telegram
from Sitia reports 10 villages now in
flames. Christians are killing the Mo-
hammedan inhabitants. Those who
have succeeded in escaping from the
scene OF the massacres are flocking to
Sitia, which is still in the possession OF
the Turks,
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

ST. LOUIS, Feb. ll.-Cortez A. kitch-
en-, secretary Of the Missouri Associa-
ton of Democratic clubs, says that
President John A. Knott will prob
ably soon call a convention Of the Mis-
souri, democracy with the idea Of start
ing national silver league.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
Piles! Piles! Itching Piles.

SyMproMs-Moisture; intense Itch
ing and singing; most at night
worse by scratching, II allowed to
continue tumors form. which often
bleen and ulcerate, becoming very
sore. SwAYNE's OINTMENT stops the
itching and bleeding, heals ulcera-
ton. and in most cases removes the
tumors. At druggists, or by mall
for 50 cents. DR.. Swayne " Son.
PHILADELPHIA.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
FOR LOWER RATES.
Texas May Join Kansas In Its War on Gulf
of Mexico Lines.

AUSTIN, Tex, Feb. 1l.-Gov. Culber-
son sent message to the legislature
Yesterday referring to its consideration
a resolution adopted by the Kansas
legislature requesting Texas and Okla
homa to join Kansas in an effort to Sc
cure some relief from exorbitant
freight rates now enforced to seaboards
of the south. The resolution provides
that states interested, If they can Sc
cure no legislation, shall pool issues
and build an interstate railroad to the
Gulf of Mexico.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
TWO MEN DIE TOGETHER.
Strangers Commit Suicide with Gas ut
Grand Island, Neb.

GRAND ISLAND, Neb., Feb. 1.-Two
well-dressed men came to this city
Tuesday night, arriving from the east.
They went to the best hotel in the
city and only one registered, snying
one name would do for both. The sig
nature on the register is very vague,
but looks like r A. Newcome, and the
residence given as Billings, Mont
Yesterday morning they were found in
their room dead. All gas jets were
omen full. Neither man carried any
baggage other than small grip, and
this contained nothing but two shirts
and few collars, The coroner's jury
returned verdict of suicide.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

WASHINGTON, Feb. 12.-The senate
committee on pensions has recon-
mended that a pension be allowed to
Margaret Kirkpatrick, who served as a
nurse at the post hospital at Macon,
Mo-, during the war
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
A CLASH EXPECTED.
Only Intervention by the Powers Can Pre-
vent Trouble In Crete.

ATHENS, Feb. lS.-The warlike ex-
eitement here increased with the de-
parture of troops for the frontier and
the equipping of additional war YES
sells for service in Cretan waters.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
MISSOURI PACIFIC-AT REMINGTON.
Abilene S Fraternal Societies

A F.ANDA. M.-BenevOlent Lodge, No.
a. 9s, meets first and third Monday eve.
ninae I'm each month at Masonic hall, corner
Third and Cedar. ], II Nissley, W.. M;
], L. worley. secretary, visiting brethren
welcome
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

WASHINGTON, Feb. 12.-The commit
tee on elections to-day unanimously
authorized report in the Watson
Black contested election contest in
favor Of the sitting member.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
VIII right at Carson.

CARSON CITY, New, Feb. 12.-Dan
Stuart has announced that the 6ght
between Corbett and Htzsimmons will
take place In this city.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

INDEPENDENT ORDER ODD FELLOWS
Western Home lodge, No. 80, meets every
Tuesday evening in odd Fellows hall. ON.
GERS: Noble Grand, Charles Young; sec.
retary, L. Lips. Visiting brethren cordially
welcome.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

For full Information regarding the
fruit, vegetable and field crop farms
located in the coast country Of Texas,
apply to G. I. Nicholson, G. P. A., A.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

&xYOMAN's RELIEF CORPs-No. IS,
w meets alternate Wednesday. after
moons at $50 o'clock in X. OF P. hall; Mrs,
NJ. P. Jolley, president; Mrs. olive D. refers
secretary.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

Clara Barton, the noted emissary OF
the Red Cross society, has received per-
mission from Spain to visit Cuba and
distribute aid among the needy Amer.
leans on the island.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

NCIENT ORDER UNITED wORKMEN
~ Abilene Lodge No. 93, meets every
Thursday evening In the knights OF Pytmas
hall. j. B. Favor, M. W.; Richard warlhg,
recorder.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

MODERN, wOODMEN OF AMERICA
iW Camp No. 859, meets every Friday nlgnt
neighbors welcome L. II. Hump, v. Oh; +.
:. Murphy, Clerk.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

@kDER EASTERN STAR-Abilene Chap
" ter III, meets in the Masonic hall on
the first and third Tuesday evenings OF eacn
month. Mrs. Ida Wilson Moore, Worthy
Nation. Miss Lulu Hallam, secretary.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

DOYAL ARCH MASONS-Cyrus Chapter
II No. %, meets In Masonic hall on me
Arthur Edison, II p; r. B. Jacobs, secre-
tary.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
CA0TORIA.
.,:::::;$;;'s;LMZzx -: II;
Don't Tobacco Spit and Smoke Your
Life AWAY.

II you want to quit tobacco using
easily and forever, be made well,
strong, magnetic, full Of new life and
vigor, take No-To-Bac, the wonder
worker that makes weak men strong.
Many gain ten pounds in ten days.
Over 100000 cured. Buy No.To-Bac
from your own druggist, who will
guarantee a cure for 50c or $l.00.
Booklet and sample mailed free. ADJ
Sterling Remedy Co., Chicago or New
York.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
will Not PerformMiracl
But Il will Cure.

RMILES RESTORATIVE NERVlNE
I'D cures nervous prostration. Not mi.
- raculously. but scientifically, BY first
removing the germs Of disease, and then
supplying healthy nerve food, increasing
the appetite helping digestion and strength
en,ng the entire system, Desperate cases
require prolonged treatment as shown oy
that of Mrs. NJ B. Reed. OF Delta, Iowa. VINO
writes: "As the result OF q lightning stroke,
the physicians said had light stroke OF
paralysis, my limbs would all draw up. l
n. M;,aes would have throbbings
Uls WIASS In my chest that seemed
Nervine uncomfortable aas;o For no, three three
Restores and for three weeks did q
-, 90, not close my eyes !
utdllu..,.ss prayed for sleep, and
felt that IL relief did not come would DO
dead or insane. / took Dr. Miles Restora-
tive Nervine and the second night slept Two
hours and from that time on my health I'm.
proved; slowly at first, but steadily and
surely. took in all 40 bottles and | cannot
express how grateful am, for am now
perfectly we'll, and have taken no medicine
for over hour months" DR.. Miles Nervins
is sold by druggists on guarantee that hrs'
bottle benefits or money refunded.
Book On heart and nerves free. Dr. M1lsi
Nedi al Co., Elkhart, Ind.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

TIRED MOTHERS find help
] in Hoods Sarsapanlla, which gives
them pure blood, good appetite and
new and needed STRENGTH.
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18
p 'lWay Time JabIes.
UNION PACIFIC
WEST BOUND.

THE ATOHIsON. TOPEKA L SANTA FEE
RAILWAY.
AllSanta Re trains daily except Sunday.
NORTH BOUND.
8Ob Passenger daily .............". ooo p M
mo Accommodation daily, arrives. 4 ITO p NJ,
Il departs. ....lD p. m
SOUTH BOUND.
ING Pes yenger daily ..".......: lily a. nl'
IA Arcomnoda ton daily, arrives. j: 40 p. m.
departs. 49,, 2:lb p. m.
BALINA BRANCH,
Departs.
Accommodation. minimum" o'o6 p IN.
Arrives.
lnSO a m
Abilene weekly reflector. [volume] (Abilene, Kan.) 1888-1935, 1897-02-18

No. 800 makes close connections at Strong
City with all trains for Topeka, Kansas CITY,
st. Louis, Chicago and the east; also lexas,
Indian Territory, California, Colorado and
all points In western and southern Kansas.
ROCK ISLAND.
WEST DOUND.
No. N-Local Freight and accom-. 1881 a. m
No. N-Ohicago Mail and Express, ..b'27 p. m.
EAST BOUND
No. R-Mail and Express ........... II ~ q. m
No. 88-L0cal Freight and accom-. .4VO p. N.
daily except Sunday.
The new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1876-1904, 1897-02-13
The Baltimore Weekly Sun.

THE WEEKLY SUN publishes all the
news of each week, giving complete
accounts of all events of interest
throughout the world. AS an agricul-
tural paper the WEEKLY SUN is I'M
surpassed. 1t is edited by writers of
practical experience, who know what
farming means and what farmers want
in an agricultural journal. 1t con-
tains regular reports Of the work OF
the Agricultural experiment stations
throughout the country, of the pro-
ceedings of farmers clubs and insti-
tutes, and the discussion of new meth
DDS and ideas in Agriculture. Its
Market Reports, Poultry Department
and Veterinary column are particular
ly valuable to country readers. Every
issue contains Stories, Poems, House.
hold and Puzzle Columns, a variety OF
interesting and instructive selected
matter and ather features, which make
1t welcome visitor in city and coun-
try homes alike.
One dollar year. Inducements to
getters-up Of clubs for the Weekly
Sun. Both the Daily and Weekly Sun
mailed free OF postage in the United
States, Canada and Mexico. Pay.
ments invariably In advance. Ad-
dress, A. S. ABELL COMPANY,
Publishers and Proprietors,
Baltimore, Md.
The new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1876-1904, 1897-02-13
Through To MorsantoWn, W
Va, by Water.

Pittsburgh, Brownsville & Geneva
Packet Co., comprising three fine side
wheel steamers are now Offering extra
inducements to parties desiring to
making delightful trip by water.
Steamers:
Steamers:
Adam Jacobs, M. A. Cox, Master;
Germania, d. BUGHER, Master; Jas.
G.. Blaine, ADAM JACOBS, Master.
Time of departure from Company
Wharf Boat, foot of Smithfield street,
going through to Morgantown: Daily
3 P. M, except Sunday, at $50 A. M.
Fare for the round trip, including
meals, $4.00 Time Of departure from
Morgantown, daily $40 A. M. Round
trip tickets sold to all points.
All boats leaving Pittsburgh go
through to Morgantown. For further
information concerning the line apply
on board of steamers or to
S. S. GRAHAM, Gen'l Agt.
Brownsville, Pa.
z. w. CARMACK, Agent,
Pittsburgh, Pa.
The new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1876-1904, 1897-02-13
Lands in Central Wisconsin

Are now as desirable as any in the
market. The lands particularly in
the central and northern part Of Wis.
consin, are being rapidly taken up by
actual settlers.
The most salable are the timber and
meadow lands now ranging in price
from So. 90 to $1,000 per acre. A few
months hence their value will be
greatly increased.
For a home or for investment nc
luckier chance in the West has ever
before been offered. Now is the time
to invest. No better farming land ex-
lists anywhere. No greater results can
be obtained anywhere.
Schools and churches abound every
where. Nearby markets for all farm
products. Wisconsin is one of the
banner states of the West.
For further information address OF
call upon w. e. POWELL, General I'm
migration Agent, 410 Old Colony
Building, Chicago, Ills.
The new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1876-1904, 1897-02-13
WASTE OF VAST WEALTH.
why Farmers should Make Liberal 0ut.
lays For Good Roads.

The national good roads congress
will hold its next yearly session at Or
lando, Fla. This is somewhat remote
from the paths Of commerce, but never
theless the place OF meeting may be
well chosen. Good roads are neces-
sity in all states, and the aggregate Of
good to the republic cannot be attained
until in all parts of the country all high
ways are fitfor travel by heavily laden
wagons at all times of the year.
1t is possible that the interest Of the
farming people in good roads has been
retarded of expression by continual
preachment Of the advantages that BIZ
cycle riders and pleasure seekers on
horseback or in vehicles will derive
fran important, are secondary con-
siderations.
The loss to the United States by bad
roads is estimated at from 5000, 900, 900
to 5000, 600, 600 a year. 1t is a loss
caused by enforced idleness during
many months of the year, and by the
employment of needless horse power
during most months. In the spring
and summer the farmer can find work
in plenty on his farm. In the fall and
winter he ought to be able to haul hay,
grain, wood and other material to
market. 1t is in these seasons that,
as rule, he can obtain the highest
prices for his products and it is in
these seasons that he can market
them without taking time that ought
to be ased in the work of blowing,
sowing and harvesting. But it is in
these seasons that he is forced to be
idle, or to haul half load with fouf
horses instead of full load with two,
because of the wretched or impossible
condition of the roads.
1t is strange that class Of men so
frugal and so wisely economic in most
expenditures has hesitated to make
liberal outlays for road improvement.
No farmer is foolish enough to grum-
BILE at an outlay of 500 or $3.50 for
good mowers and reapers, for it is
known that the difference between
$3.50 on reaper and SO on scythe or
s'cradle" is soon compensated by saw
ing on wages. But an outlay Of 5000
on each farm for good roads is looked
upon by many as extravagant, though
il that amount were levid ss tax up
on every 100 acres, sa6 wisely expend-
ed, there would be an improvement
amounting to favorable revolution in
farm life within the next few years.