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The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
SOUTHPORT.
RAIN, RAIN, NOTHING BUT RAIN
A cold, wet May,
VIII fill the barns,
With grain and hay.

Mr. and Mrs franklin Nichols spent
Sunday, May s. visiting friends in
Cheshire.
Mrs David Hawley entertained the
ladies of st Peters, Oxford, Thursday
afternoon and evening.
Mrs Joel U. Strong has new 1898
Century Special bicycle and is very pro-
ficient in the art.
Mr. and Mrs L. J. Wylie were in Wa
terbury, last Saturday. o
j. U. Strong has something, over 200
young chicks, land more hens to hear from.
Charles Meyer has improved the looks
of his place very much by removing the
fence from his lawn.
Mr. and MIS- George E. Garlick spent
Tuesday, May 10, in Roxbury, it being
the birthday of Mrs Garlick's mother.
She is 50 years old.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

F.Farle7 conducts large mercantile
business at Liberty Hill, Ga. He says;
zone application of Chamberlain's Pain
Balm relieved me of severe pain in my
back. think it o. K" For lame back,
rheumatism, neuralgia, swelliygs,
sprains, bruises, burns and scalds no
other liniment can spproach Chamber
pecially for these diseases and is famous
for it's cures. For sale by e. Fl. Beers
& Co., Newtown; Warner, Taylor &
Curtia, Sandy Hook; A. B. Fancher,
Hawlevville; A. B. Brakeman, Botsford.
W. N.Hurd, Long Hill.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
ann REWARD 400.

The readers OF this paper will be pleased to
learn that there liz at least one dreaded dis
ease that science has been able to cure in all
its stages, and that is catarrh, Halls Catarrh
cure Id the only positive cure known to the
medical fraternity. Catarrh being consti-
tutional disease, requires constitutional
treatment Halls Catarrh cure Is taken inter
nally. acting directly upon the blood and mu
ing the foundation of the disease, and giving
the patient strength by building up the con
stitution and assisting nature in doing its
work. The proprietors have so much faith In
its curative powers, that they offer One Hun
bred Dollars tor any case that 1t falls to cure.
Send tor list OF testimonialsI
Address, F. j. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, O..
Bz-Sold by Druggists, Toe.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
HUNTINGTON.

FLAG RAISING AT RED GATE FARM ON
BOOTHS HILL.
The well kept lawn of George W..
Knight of Booths Hill presented a very
attractive appearance on the afternoon of
MAY 10 Sc ttered here and there were
groups of enthusiastic people assembled
60 do honor to the patriotic work OF their
host, veteran of the late war, who has
erected on his lawn flagstaff so feet
high from which gracefully floats fine
American flag, six by II feet. After the
raising of the flag speeches we're made
and a fine collation. was served.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
,JOTTINGS,

The stormy weather hindered many
from attending the various church SER
vices, last Sunday.
Mrs George 81. Knowles, who has been
Ill for some weeks past, is improving
nicely.
Mr. Miles of Danbury spent last Sunday
with Mr. and Mrs Orion Leach. Every
one seemed disappointed in not having
the pleasure of hearing Mr. Miles. The
stormy weather prevented the w. G. t.
y. conference, hence postponement OF
his address,
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
THE METHODIST CHURCH.

The Connecticut Sunday School Asso-
citation held Sunday school conference
at the Beaver Boggs church, last Tues
day, the 18th inst. Devotional exercises
conducted by the pastor, Rev Mr. Tun-
nercliffe. Miss Lucy G. Stock, state
primary superintendent, gave an Illus
trated talk on "How / prepare My Sun
day School Lesson" Address followed
Field Secretary George s. Deming con-
Quoted the conference and took charge of
the Question Box exercise.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
HuLL,s HILL AND VICINITY.

A. Olsen and E. Human have finished
their timber Job in Bethlehem and are
ready for farm work.
T. G. Warner and family Of Bethel
spent several days with his parents, Mr.
and Mrs Granville Warner.
No Sunday school two Sundays On &C.
count of heavy rains.
Mrs George r. Smith and little daugh-
ter of Stevenson were calling in this
place, last Thursday
Crops are slow coming up.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
DEATH AT EASTER SERVICES

Chicago, ILL.,, April II Easter services OF
the Congregational church at Oak Park were
interrupted Sunday night by the sudden death
of Miss Ruth Davis from heart disease She
was in one OF the front pews. Placing her
ands on the seat befo her she bent her
head upon them Members of the congrega-
ton carried her into the open air, where II
was discover ed that she was dead Miss Dav-
is is a sister OF the wife of Joseph Du lop,
banker, and was Is years old She was q
prominent worke, In the organizations con
nee ed with the Congregational church and
was a student in the junior class at the Oak
Park high school.
Sharpsburg, Pa April 3-A few months ago
| wrote theaLlr Miles Medical Co., at Elkhart
Ind in regard to my father, who has been
They advised m" to use their remedies, which
[ did, and am pleased to say that my father,
whom several doctors had pronounced i"cur
able, has been cured by this wonderful RENE
walked the streets of our town. He has rec
commended it to many suff 3rers who have also
been cured and they highly praise the man
who discovered such q wonderful medicine
Mrs >. Kaiser.
Chicago, April I3.--J mes NooHan, postmas
ter at Lemont, died Mos day night at his home
ion Division street OF heart disease. He was
| ill only few hours, h wing been stricken at
| the postoffice early in the evening. whence h
was removed to his home In carriage. MI
4 NOonan was 81 years old and an early settler
| OF Lemont. Ell was a sergeant in Col Multi
| gan's regiment during the war.
Farmer City III ,AptiIl1 Mrs Hattie Davis
| of this city, suffered for years with heart dis
egse so badly that tho least noise, excitement
| caus ng .ain1uess and suffering The loc4l
i doctors falling to help ners she used Dl
Miles New Heart Cure and now claims to be
in better health than for ears.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
BUSINESS IN THE TOWN COURT.

There were two cases before the Town
court on Monday, intoxication was the
cause. George barrow was fined 81 and
costs amounting to $l0.26 which ne set
tied. Sidney II. Ohm OF the Center was
fined 81 and costs for intoxication and
breach of the peace, but no one would
help him out and he languishes in Jail.
Sidney means to do we'll but the strong
drink is stronger than him.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

No crop is raised in New Eng and that
requires more skill than Tobacco. Moth
ing raised needs more careful feeding.
The demands of the crop are great ann
it's appetite vigorous, yet quick to respond
to the wrong thing and never recovers-
therefore fertiize correctly. The buyers
as well as raisers favor the application
of Sanderson's Formula B for tobacco,
for raising fine grade silky leaf of
proper texture, light color, and good
burning qualities.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
In New Haven County.
SOUTHBURY
PERSONAL CHAT.

1t is reported that Mrs Toohey's sister
expects to assist Mrs futile of Great
Hill.
Irwin futile spent last week, in Wash
ington.
Willie Devine is assisting M Garlick.
Walter Hadden has returned from
Bethlehem.
Hattie MADDEN is with Mrs M. S. At
wood.
E. FL. Marcy's bakery wagon no"
makes two trips each week in South
bury.
Mr. and Mrs Lamphier have visited
their parents.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

The human machine starts but once
and stops but once. You can keep it 60
ing longest and most regularly by using
DeWitt's Little Early Risers, the famous
little pills for constipation and all stom-
ach and liver troubles. E. F. Hawley,
Newtown; s. G. Bull & Co., Sandy
Hook; "a. B. Brakeman, Botsford; B.
Hawley Co., Stepney.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

The Cuban question and political
issues sink into insignicance with the
man who suff rs from piles. What he
most desires, is relief. DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve cures piles. Edgar F.
Hawley, Newtown; S. c. Bull & Co.,
Sandy Hook; A. B. Brakeman, Bots
ford; B. HawleY 6 Co., Stepney
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
FAIRFIELD.
HoYpEN.s HILL AND VICINITY.

David Hall passes over the Hill with
his butcher wagon.
Mrs William Buckley and Mics Cora
Buckley were on the Hill, Saturday.
Master Clinton Sherwood celebrated
his sixth birthday, Saturday, the 7Gh, by
a pleasant gathering OF sehoolmatea and
friends. Among those present were
Master Willie and Edna Buckley, the
Misses Leora and Maud Wilson, Miss
Mile France, Master Willie and Mamie
Johnson, Masters Clifford and Walter
Jennings aud Mas Ethel Wfsner. Ar
euj lyabie time was had by those present
Al little daughter was welcomed at I'll
A. jennings, Tuesday, the 3D.. AL arr
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

IS. M. Gearv, Pierson, Mich, writes ::
-"DeWiut's Witch Hazel Salve is curing
more piles here TODAY than all other
remedies combined. 1t cures eczema
and all other skin diseases" Edgar F.
Hawleys Newtown; S. q. Bull s. Co.,
Sandy Hook; A. B. Brakeman, Botsfo-d :;
B, Hawlay & Co.. Stepnev.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

Late to bed and early to rise, prepares
a man for his home in the ski, S. Early
to bed and Little Early Riser, the pill
that makes life longer and better and
wiser. E. F. Hawley, Newtown; S. c.
Bull & Co., Sandy Hook; A. B. Blake
man, Botsford; B. Hawley & Co.,
StepneY.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

A c. Id or a cough is danger signal
warming you to beware of smash up of
your system. Gripaline is the lever
which turns the signal of danger to one
of good health. Your money back If it
fails to cure. Sold by Edgar F. Hawley,
Newtown; Warner, Taylor 6 Curtis,
Sandy Hook.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

''One Minute Cough Cure is the best
preparation | have ever sold or used and
[ can't say too much in its praise" IL.
M. KennOn, Merchant, Odell, Ga. E. F.
Hawley, NewtowD; S. G. Bull & Co,
Sandy Hook; A. B. Brakeman, Bots
ford; B. Ha Uiey & Co., Stepney.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
E. P. II. CAPRoN,
NORWALK, CONN.
WHAT TROUBLED HER

Dlnbury, Conn, May II, 1898 Mrs
Eugene Murphy, Hulrs Mill, has teen a
great sufferer from dyspepsia. She
could not eat anything without ere at
distress. She has been taking Hoods
sarsaparilla ana it has cur ID hsr.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
MIDDLEBURY.

20 Mrs Abel, who was SO unfortunate as
to cut her finger severely, has been in
danger of blood poisoning. DR. Rodger
has treated the finger. Mrs Webster is
also under DR. Rodgers care.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
EASTON.
CHRIST CHURCH.

Rev Garoa M. Neesan, native of PEI
STA, will speak at the service at p. M,
next Sunday. The offertory will be for
his work in Persia.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

Carpenter Charles Sweezy has built q
new gate for teams in the fence sur
rounding the Tashua church and Gods
acre. It is for the better aecommoda-
ton of teams at time of burial.
F. B. MslIett has recently gotten out
some fine dag stone from his farm. One
big fellow was certainly SKI feet; and
nice and smooth.
Randolph Bradley has been having
the home buildings painted and the
house ia Respondent in new dress.
Painter Levi Downs of Long Hill was
the artist.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
TASHUA.
AT CHRIST CHURCH.

Rev Garoa M. Neesan, missionary
from Persia, under the jurisdiction of
here, next Sunday, and tell the people of
his life and work in the vicinity of the
ruins of Babylon and Ninevah. Mr. Nee
san has attracted much notice in this
country az q speaker and his subject ID
of unusual interest. Service at 1890 q.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
STEVENSON.

DEATH OF WEBB DOWNS
Webb Downs died last week Thursday,
and was buried Sunday afternoon st the
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

Most remarkable Carpet
occasion. Series of oppor-
tunities created by one of the
most wonderful Carpet Auc-
tons ever held. Auction that
lasted a week. Auction with
w. & J. Sloane, sellers by
order of Alexander Smith &
Sons, Thousands Of yards
of the choicest patterns of
new seasons carpets never
sold lower.
SMITHS BEST MOQUETTES. 7sc.
A very choice assortment of patterns
of the very highest grade. Not a yard
OF them but would be cheap at a dollar.
SMITHS SAXONY ADMINISTERS
7, Cents.
Carpets that at ordinary buying would
have to be q dollar.
SMITHS REST ADMINISTERS, 75c
a very choice gathering OF new de-
signs and colors. such quality regu-
larly, $I.25.
CHIT AND MISS" ADMINISTERS,
90 CENTS.
Three to Five Hundred Yards of the
well-known Notified "Hit and Miss AK
minister's" (Alex. Smith's) combined
with any KIND of borler-they make a
rich center-pece.
Smiths Tapestry Carpets, 4sc.
Lots COS. goo, 2s2, $50. 33t.
Fifteen Hundred Yards of new up-to-
date patterns suitable for Parlors.
Libraries, Halls, etc. Same as sell
regularly for s5c.
Smiths Finer Tapestries, $50.
Lots $40, 7o3. 727.
A Thousand Yards of very choice new,
clean, fresh patterns, suitable for most
any room. Our regular osc grade.
A large lot of excellent
values in Rugs.
MALLENsNEELY@apS'
NRW HAVEN CONN
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
AMONG TIE BUILDERS.

Abram M. Burke has commenced to
build house on his lot on Summit ave
nue. and Angela CrapoliChio has nearly
completed a small cottage near there.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20
Chit AND MISS" ADMINISTERS,
90 CENTS.

Three to Five hundred Yards of the
well-known Notified "Ilit and Miss AK
minister's, (Alex. Smith's) combined
with any kind of bordcr-they make a
rich center-plece.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

East Village cemetery. His age was
years.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

SMITHS REST ADMINISTERS, 7sc
a very choice gathering OF new de-
signs and colors. such quality regu-
larly $I25.
The Newtown bee., 1898-05-20

SMITHS BEST MOQUETTEs, 7sc.
A very choice assortment Of patterns
Of the very highest grade. Not yard
OF them but would be cheap at a dollar.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29
Yellow Jaundice Cured.

Suffering humanity should be sup
piled with every means possible for
its relief. 1t is with pleasure we pub
lish the following: This is to certi-
~ that | was n terrible sufferer from
Yellow .Iaundice for oversix months,
and was treated by some of the best
phycisians in our city all to no avail.
Or. Bell, our druggist, recommended
Electric Bitters; and after taking
two bottles, was entirely cured. l
now take great pleasure In recon-.
mending them to any person suffer
ing from this terrible malady. | am
Gratefully yours. N. A. Hogarty,
Lexington, KY" Sold bv J. ID. Fitz
erald Druggist. 5Ot5
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29
Advertising Rates.

There is move on foot among
country papers for the general
adoption OF the following schedule
OF special advertising rates: For
calling a man progressive citizen
when everybody knows he is lazier
than a government mule, S2:75.
Referring to a deceased citizen as
one who is sincerely incurred by
the entire community, when he
knows he will only be missed in polk
er circles, $1:0S. Referring to some
gallivanting female as an "estimable
lady whom it is pleasure to meet"
when every woman would rather see
the devil coming, hoofs, horns and
all than to see her coming toward
them, S3.19. Calling an ordinary
pulpit FOUNDER an eminent divine,
60 cents. Travelling quack doctor
as the eminent physician and sur
geon, or illustrated disciple OF Escu-
lapius, $500. Pettifogger as leg
al luminary or expounder OF Black
stone, $2.13. Bride, charming,
young, talented and wealthy when
she has yellow hair, green eyes, wart
on her nose, bumped back, can't
read long primer without her glass
es and has wooden Lee, S1.29.-
Exchange.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29
DR.. Fenner's
Kidney & BaCkacilo
CURE.

A combination of the most efec-
tive known remedial agents for tie
cure of all Kidney, Bladder,
Urinary and Uterine diseases.
Too frequent or turbed urine, bed
wetting by children, lame back,
dropsy, female weaknesses. rheuma-
tism and heart disease are cured by
this great medicine.
This is no new discovery but has
been used in private practice for
third of a century by one of Amer
ica's most successful physicians.
In order to extend to a wider USE
fitness medicine that has pro-
duced such beneficient results
it is now advertised to the millions.
Experience teaches that merit
alone is not sufficient to bring to
the people knowledge of the won.
derfull curative powers OF
this extraordinary preparation.
1t is also great Renal Depurant
or Blood Purifyer, straining off the
impurities from the blood through
the kidneys.
For sale by J. j. Fits era!d, Miller
- ID
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Lewis Sinister came home from
Mitchell University last week to
spend the holidays. He is in his
senior year and will be the third son
OF M. Shu ster, to graduate from
South Dakoto colleges. These three
boys and one sister have all educated
themselves by farm work and teach
ing. Their industry and ambition
is very creditable.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Huronite Mr. Edward Sedan
and Mary \ Martin, of Washington,
were united in Marriage in this city
at the Presbyterian parsonage
Christmas eve. The groom is the
son of Hon. Robt. Sedan and the
bride the daughter OF Hon. Samuel
{. Martin. Both are typical young
Dakotans and the Huronite Joins
it's west end readers in extending
congratulations.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

The sympathetic tenderness of Low.
Ing husband Is everything to an expec.
tant mother, especially during her first
nent druggist Of Dayton, o., gives the
following ease:
A. customer Of mine, whose wife has used
lour bottles OF "Mother's Friend" before CON
hnement, says, after seeing the effects of the
selnsdy that II she had to go through the ordeal
market and the cost vas 500 per bottle. abe
Mothers Friend" Is a scientifically
compounded liniment which affords Ger
tain relief in the various ailments nre..
ceding childbirth, and assures proper
elasticity to the cords and muscles in.
volved in the final ordeal.
Mother's Friend" Il sold by drug.
s1sis, or expressed on receipt of one
Valuable book, "Before Baby h'
Born" mailed free on application.
ths snoFlSlo REGULATORS CO.. AtIsais, q
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

The inaugural ball occurs at Pierre
Jan. 3D.. 1t costs $500 to break in
to this first class social event-and
no questions asked about blue blood,
wealth nor official position. This
could only be SO in the wild and
woolly west where lone man is as
good as two"
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29
Postal Telephone Line.

The following dispatch from Aber-
deem under date of Dec. %, means
the long distance telephone line now
running into Miller:
"Otficial notice has been given the
managers vi the Dakota Telephone
Company that the government has
adopted the lines of the company as
part OF the postal department OF
the United States in times of peace
and war"
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29
Its time to pay up.

We want to start on the new year
square with the world, and by men,
tioning the fact to number OF GUS
toners that we have accounts
against they will only be too p leased
to call and settle and adopt the same
motto. Yours Truley,
52t4 j. ID. FITZGERALD
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Well located Miller property will
never again sell as cheap as it is
right now-or as it has been rather
because, as q matter OF fact, about
all the snaps" have been taken in
bv our own citizens.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

For Constipation take Karls Glow
er Root Tea, the great Blood Puri-
fer Cures Headache, Nervousness,
Eruptions on the face, and makes
the head clear as a bell. Sold by n.
johnson < Co. 50y1
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Nothing funny in being sick all the
while, troubled with constipation,
dyspepsia or liver complaints when
you can so easily be cured by taking
DR.. Sawyer's Little Wide Awake Pills.
5Ot5 j. ID. Fitzgerald.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

The Photo. Gallery will be closed
Tor time after Tuesday, Jan. 3D..
Come early for work on Mondays or
Tuesday before that date.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29
"Pcaee on Earth.

And good will to man"-for all
those who buy their fresh candies,
nuts, dishes, toys, etc at c. {. Camp
bells supply depot. Come in and
see what we have. 1t3
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

DIR. Sawyer's Wild Cherry and Tar
does not disagree with the stomach,
but is the safest and most affective
OF any cough medicine known. 50t5
j. ID. Fitzgerald
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

The finest wealth er in the world up
to Christmas, no snow, stock graz
ing on the prairies and all kinds of
out door work progressing.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Scarlet fever at High more has re-
suited in closing the schools for a
time. One death isreported.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

The moon coyly hid her face be-
hind her fan Tuesday night, so she
could yawn without any one seeing
her.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and
Diarrhoea Remedy can always be de-
pended upon and is pleasant and
safe to take. Sold by Fitzgerald's
drug Store. 52t3
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Highmore papers report the mar
riage OF Obed Bowden, of Hand coun-
ty, to Miss Eta Barber of High
more.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

See our elegant new stock OF cloth
ing u overcoats. All sizes and prices.
If j. w. CoQUILLETTE.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

l.. n. W. Smiths poem "1'he
Young pop to his Dad" published
in the PRESS originally, is being pub
lished generally in state papers.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

How long the days are since last
Thursday
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Go to Stover's for all your Winter
goods. Prices beyond all competi-
ton. soft
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Say it pays you to buy yonr goods
cheap at Stover's. 52tf
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Don't ''swear OFF, everything.
Just quit.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1898-12-29

Another visitation OF lagrippe is
reported in some eastern localities.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1898-04-15
A


This is not an aggressive nation. II
does not go TO wal TO bring about terri
tOrlal ACKNOWLEDGEMENT. II has no politi
cal complications with the Old World TO
subserve by going 10 But there
comes q time In the history Of countries
when the most pacific nation, TO preserve
Its dignity and honor and to command
the respect OF the world and the conf
denee OF the people, that wal becomes a
necessity. That time has arrived In this
country, and II we hope to command the
respect Of foreign nations and retain the
confidence Of u citizens. the govern
ment must punish Spain for her insults
10 the flag and the murder Of American
citizens.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1898-04-15
or CUBA.

The natural OF Cuba are in
hnite, one may say, in variety. OF her
area only ten per cent Is under cultiya-
ton, seven per cent is not reclaimed. and
four per cent Is under forests. Great
tracts Of the island are practically I'M
explored. She had In 1894 q population
OF q little more than 100000. OF these
nearly one-third have been starved 10
death during the present wal. 19bs
could support in plenty u population OF
100000. Her forests are stocked with
the finest wood in the wOrld-wOOd, sew
eral species Of which are "a hard as iron,
turning the edge Of the AK and remain
ing imperishRble under water. There
are found woods invaluable for the dye
industry, ebony, cedar, fustic, lancewOod,
mahogany, rosewood. iOcuma, acana and
many Others. There are fifty varieties OF
palm. Her fruits are valuable and little
cultivated. The climate Is admirably
suited for the olive; and the orange, the
lemon, the pineapple and the banana are
indigenous.