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comprise that degenerate portion of society, which must be punished. They have no regard for society or its purity, but rather prefer the qualification of their own perverted tastes. These people cannot be turned loose upon society, to prey upon it, and violate all it's laws without restraint.
 It has been demonstra ted that the State can make mones farming with the convicts. Why then can not the county make them Q paying investment by application of the same business principles.
 If the Legislature would authorize the counties, with the consent Of the Levying Court, to purchase farm for working these people, it would solve the question in those counties which have enough prisoners to justify the outlay. 1t would be es- pecially advantageous to Jefferson county. and would furnish the only means by which, with the limited revenue at our command, this labor could be used on the public roads.
 Te number of prisoners could be pivided into two squads; one of which could be employed cn the farm to raise cotton, corn, potatoes, and sufficient food stuffs to feed the entire number; the remainder could be worked on the publ ic roads. After the crops were laid by the entire number could be worked on the roads. Those who worked he farm could, believe, raise enough cotton and other surplus crop to pay the costs of conviction, and the road working would be practica Fly with. out cost to the county. If the in diviCual can pay the costs of conyic- tion and make money with this labor, why cannot the county do likewise? 1t seems to me that the sooner laws are enacted which will enable the county to be run on the same business principles that are brought into use in the private transactions of life, the better it will be for the tax payers and burden bearers.
 It might not be improper in this connection to say something about the State convict system and the unfairness to the counties. The cost of conviction of each State prisoner is borne by the county where the crime is committed, which is charged with the conviction of the criminal. The custody of the prisoner is after conviction given to the State author- ities who work him and receive the benefits of hIs labor. The statement has gone forth that from this labor the profits to the State for the year 1898 has been about $60,000.00. 1t Is
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TAUKEY PARTY,-The members
 of the Estelle Social Club, as was previously announced in cur col umns, gave most enjoyable "tackey" party at their hall on west Second avenue Friday evening. Fully fifty "tackey" couples were in attendance who, by the aid of the fine orchestra present, enjoyed rounds of dancing until almost dawn Saturday morning. At 12 o'clock the judges awarded the prizes to Miss Fife Peters and MT. Oscar Hurt, as they were pronounc- ed the "tackiest' couple on the floor. The ladies prize was an ele- gant box of chrystalized fruit; the gentleman's, box of cigars. The affair was a grand success, both tnan cially and socially.
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.E OUISE M, ALCOrT-Is the name Az of a new selub which will and should excite much interest among the older heads. It is composed of 16 little misees between the ages of 10 and 13, who have banded together and will meet twice a month for the purpose of cultiyating their reading talent and otherwise mutually im- proving themselves. They will take up the juvenile works one by one. read and discuss them In their meet ings and have recitations and music by members. They have chosen for their favorite author Louise M. AL colt, and are now reading Little Women. For favors in organization and arrangement they are indebted to Mrs W, o. Taggart, at whose home they will hold their meetings until fully established. A very pleasant meeting was held yesterday afternoon and very intelligently did the little ladies make familiar the many traits of Miss Aleott's grand character. Miss Willie Jean Atkin-- son entertained the audience with catchy character song. The recita- tion by Miss Nellie Voss was well rendered and she deserves much praise. Miss Alma Taggart,a bright little miss, played an instrumental solo, which was much enjoyed. The officers of the club are, Mildred Brad ford, president; Bettie Austin, vice. p resident; Ella Howell. secretary; Jett Mills, treasurer.
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MASS HERTHA MILLER ENTER Uk TAINS-Miss Hertha Miller en- tertained at cards compli uentary to the visiting ladies, at her home on West Fifth avenue, last Wednesday afternoon. Her home was beauti- fully decorated with palms and flowers for the occasion. The even- ing was most enioyably spent, and Miss Miller was the recipient ofmany praises for the excellent manner in which she received her guests. Re- treatments were servedin courses.
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THE BACHELOR MAIDs-s

THE BACHELOR MAIDS-Miss
 Gussie Taggart was the hostess for the above popular organization, al her home on West Second avenue, on last Wednesday afternoon. The evening was most eDioyably spent by the members in several different ways. The proposed grand ball, to- gether with the exquisite costumes to be worn on the evening of Janu- ary 3rd served as a subject for dis. cussion and the discourses proved most interesting 4 dainty and seaeonaBle repast was served and highly enjoyed.
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CURPRISE PARTY On Friday O evening Dec. 18th a modern sur prise party was given at the resi- dence of Mir. and Mrs. T. H. Osborne, on West Fourth avenue, In honor Of their niece, Miss Virgie Hughes, of St. Louis. A very delightful evening was spent by all present. The fol- lowing young ladies and gentlemen were present: Misses Mae Bluthen- thai, Fannie Hanf, Bessie Atwood, Ella Howell, Margaret Taylor, An nie Sanders, lola Philpot, Esther Triplett; Messrs. Porter Lindsay, Gerald Triplett,l Percy Henderson, Clifton Howell, John Bloom, Will Sennett. Warren Osborne, Frank Loper, Roy Hanf, Roy Osborne, Exley Hughes.
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THE WHIST CLUB-The Married
 Ladies Whist Club was most pleasantly entertained on last Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. W. D.. Hearn on West Fifth avenue. The game proved most enjoyable one, and at the same time very exciting. No prizes were awarded, put neve- theless much interest was maai- tested in the game by the partlei- pants. Mrs. Hearn Is a most capa- ble hostess and won the admiration of all present on this occasion. An elegant and most refreshing lun- cheon was served.
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ALA MODE WHIST CLUB-Mrs FA l.. A. Samuels was the charming hostess for this club at her home on West Second avenue last Wednesday
 afternoon. The home was tasteful ly decorated for the occasion. and presented lovely appearance, The games were close and after the "punches" wers added Mrs. Louis Roth was pronounced the lncky win ner of the prize, which was very handsome and costly ornament. Refreshments including all of the
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MIssEs MYARs HoN0RED-Miss

MISSES MYARS HONORED- Miss NA Hattie Franklin, late debu- tante, tenderedEher guests, Misses Hannah and Claude Myar, of Cam den, complimentary euchre on last Thursday afternoon at her spacious home on West Second avenue. Euchre proved an entertalng and highly enjoyable feature during the afternoon. The beautiful residence was a fairy land' with it's hand some decorations of palms and flow CTS, which were much in evidence about the house. The prizes were captured by Misses Hannah Myar, Of Camden, and May Meyer of this city, who won the first and second prize respectively. An elegant course of delicaces was served.
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gN MISS GIBsoN's BoNoR-Mr

FIN MISS GIBSON'S BONOR-Mr. A and Mrs. J. G. Taylor entertained on last Friday evening compIimen- ltary to Miss Hettie Gibson, charm ing belle of Rives, Ark. The evening was most enioyab' y spent in several pleasant ways, including games, "charades" and proverbs" The host and hosttss were assisted In receiving the guests by Miss Gibson, who, added greatly to the evening" s pleasure. Reasonable refreshments were served in courses. Those at tending were: Misses Mary Lind say, Mamie Mann, Martha Valiant, Hettie Gibson, Mrs. ..Thos, Shea, Masters Cornell and Jesse Shea, Messrs. Harry Crutcher, Nj. Jackson, Geo. S. Valiant, Mir. and Mrs. J. G, Taylor.
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Additional Letters to Santa Claus.

Dear Old Santa Claus-I am a lit tie girl seven years old, living at 1901 ". Sixth avenue. Please bring me a pretty dolly, and piano and some candy and oranges. My little brother, Edwin. is two years old, he wants a hobby horse and a ball.
 Your little friend,
 FAlhe May Howell.
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la the election of MT. ". M. Kav- anaugh to the presidency of the State Sheriff's Association the Sher- ifs made very fortunate and hap py selection. Mr. Kayanaugh IS an executive officer of recognized abili- ty aud wsll wield the gavel correct Iv and well.
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For lack of space we ale forced to omit from this issue our Shop Notes, East End Notes, a lengthy article on Xmas Displays and number of items, all of which will appear in to- morrows paper.
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PINE BLUFF ARK. DEC. IS, 1898.

The State Sherff's Association wants reform school. .-Arka1 sas Democrat.
 Very well; they ought to have it. There should also be a school to re- form some of the Sheriffs.
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TOYS FREE

We invite the attention of our readers to the advertisement in this issue for J. < s. Katzenstein, who are offering toys free with every purchase of shoes this week at their establishment. See their special offerings.
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BRIDAL PARTY ENTERTAINED. D Misses Dewoody delightfully."- en- tertained the Bond-Hodge bridal party attheir home on West Fourth avenue last Wednesday afternoon. An elegant spread had been arrang- ed for the occasion and most pleas ant evening was spent by all pres ent.
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THE KAREN RAISED.

The steamer John N. Harbin has been raised by the underwriters and will be taken to the docks at Mt. Vernon, H., for repairs. The boat was seriously damaged and it is doubted if it can be made servicea- ble again.
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Dear Santa olaus-l am good little boy, sometimes. Please bring me a hat and pair os red top boots, some candy and q pack age of cigarettes so l can smoke like a man and please bring me picture book and 8 velocipede. Don't forget me now. Santa.
 Your little boy, Eugene Hanf.
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Pine Bluff, Ark, Dec. 15, 1928. Dear Santa Claus-I wish you would bring me a large doll and some chalk; some candy and nuts, and fill my stocking full. Don't for get me. Your friend,
 Eula McMilIan.
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Pine Bluff, Ark, Dec. 16.

Pine Bluff, Ark Dec. 16. 1898. Dear Santa 'Claus--Pleas bring me little stove, toy washing set and piano. l also want pair of gloves and pair of rubbers, will hang up my stocking for some nuts and candy. Your little friend,
 Florence Mccain,
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MT. Harry Crutcher, son of Rev. S. W. Crutcher, is reported to be sick at the residence of his father on yves t Fourth avenue,
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Miss saliie Holmes of AltheImer, is the guest of Mir. Mason Philpot or west Fifth avenue.
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seasonable dishes were highly enjoy ed and partaken of by the enthusias- tic members.
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Miss Ona RowelI is expected home from Ark adelphia Tuesday,
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Pine Bluff Ark, Dec. r. 1898. Dear Santa Claus-I wish you would bring me gun and game of checkers, nuts and candy, Yonr friend George Mccain.
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Miss Eva Davis will spend Christ m as in Little Rock.
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The Misses Hoggs will spend Christ mas at Altheimer.
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Miss Lutie Lains will arrive home Tuesday from Philadelphia.
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Misses Minnie Cook and Bessie Smith will return next week from Philadelphia, to spend the holidays with relatives.
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The mems meeting at the ". M. c. A- today will be led Mir. Fl NJ. Hud- son.
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Mr. Beaure Hut is able to be cut, after a few days illness.
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Pine Bluff, Ark, D,

Pine Bluff, Ark, Dec. II, 1898. Dear Mir. Santa Claus--I am little girl years old, and have loved you greatly ever since I wns tiny little girl, because you never forgat to leave nice presents for me Christmas. Please bring me this time doll, blackboard, doll trunk, some ribbon and a story book.
 Sister Marge is years old and would like you to bring her piano and doll. and my tiny little sister. Sadie Charles, five months old, wants a rubber doll and a rattle. And please don't forger my little cousin Ben and Lee Stevenson in Memphis.
 Mary Lee Smith. s94 Walnut Street,
 Mir. Hinton Ferguson returned Tuesday from Poughkeepsie, New York, to spend the holidays at home
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
THE FIRST MAYOR.

Now that the town has decided by q
vote of nearly three to one to cast off it's
swaddling clothes and don the apparel of
full fiedged city, the question of who
shall be the first mayor Of South Port
land bobs up, and yesterday it was freely
oanvassed and among the Dames most
frequently mentioned were those of Hon.
e. @. Reynolds and Mr.. Thomas b.
Haskell, chairman of the present board of
srlectmen. nfr. Reynolds WAS one of the
trainers of the enabling act and engi-
neered its passage through the legislature
and has used his influence to secure it's
adoption by the town. Mr.. Haskell is
considered the best posted man in this
wide experience, doubtless, will com
mend him to the thinking people as a
man eminently qualified for the position.
Candidates for every Office in sight are
rapidly springing up, and no position is
liable to go begging. 1t is proposed to
hold q meeting, on Saturday evening, of
those best acquainted with town affairs
to map out q course which will be to the
best interests of all concerned IN the
transitional period which the town Is
about TO pass through.
WHAT WILL THE UlVISIONISTS DO!
There seems to be a weakening along
the line Of the diyisionists since the de-
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
HER OATH BIRTHDAY.

Yesterday Mrs. Amy W. Addition, at
her home on Vernon court, celebrated her
Gath birthday and many called to warmly
congratulate her, while others remem-
bered her by kind and affectionate notes
and substantial tokens of love.
Mrs. Addition is enjoying the best Of
health and during the past year has made,
among other things, several pieces of en-
broidery which were prizes at the New
England fair. Her memory is good and
she retains full possession of all her senses
and sews and threads needle without
the aid of glasses.
Mrs. Addition moved to Portland AZ
years ago and we'll remem bers many OF
the Incidents of the war of 1879, when her
fathers youngest brother, Tisdale Kinds,
was called to the defense of Portland.
Mrs. Addition lost her all in the great
Portland fire. She has been a great
temperance woman and assisted the late
General Neal Dow in getting names on
the petition fol. the liquor law.
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

cisive vote in favor of city charter and it
looks as If the movement to unite Will
lard, the Height, Cash's Corner and
Pleasantdaie in the bonds of loving town
ship had died In the borning.
a prominent gentleman of Willard in
sneaking of the matter yesterday said SUBJ
stantially, that people in some sections
talked one way and voted another. He
remembered that Judge Peters once re-
marked that "lf people voted as 5hey
drank there would not likely be any
liquor cases to settle" and SO. on this
matter of division. if people had voted as
they talked, city charter would have been
killed 1t now looked to him that VIII
lard would be Obliged to adopt the cour 10
first suggested, to pray to be set on oy
herself or perhaps to join Cape Eiizapetn.
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
OPEN AGAIN.

The Middle street store of Messrs. Geo.
C. Shaw g. Co, closed during the past
two days on account of the fire Of Satur-
day night, throws its doors wide open to
business again this morning. The insur.
ance has been adjusted and all damaged
goods removed to q storage room on Cross
street
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
372 PEARL ST., NEW YORK.
jne1, W&Sat, ,tfnrm

Guaranteed in prizes on creamery butter.
COMPETITION OPEN TO NEW
ENGLAND. Exhibits to be shown in
lO-pound tubs, the butter to be donated
10 the Board, sold, and proceeds added
10 the amount of prizes All packages
tu go to the judge without distinguish
o mark, the prizes in each class to be
distributed among all exhibits in proper
N TO their score above 80 points. The
oard pays all express charges.
EXHIBITS SOLICITED. All exhi-
it to be in place by P. NJ, the 7th.
Address all packages to j. J. Frye, Port
and.
Mr.. valancey E. Fuller, DR.. Theobald
smith, and other noted speakers. will
address the meeting. Mr.. Grin Douglass
win act as as judge.
There will also be large exhibit OF
DRESSED POULTRY AND EGGS, for
which liberal prizes are offered Incu-
bators, brooders, poultry foods and ponl-
rry supplies will be on exhibition. Send
for full programme
B. WALKER MGKEEN, Augusta, Me.
deczd1W
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

Eczema, scald heads, hives, itchiness Of
the skin OF any sort instantly relieved
permanently cured. Doan's Ointment.
At any drug store.
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

1'o LET-Upper tenement OF seven rooms in
= mouse b2S Cumberland street. has separate
bath, steam heat, electric bell calls, sun all
day ana all modern conveniences For other
partleulars call on COE TIE HALTER, 1877
Middle street. ii &
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

VNO LET-Down stairs rent six rooms No. So
j Preble ST.. $40; another whole bonse 67
Danforth ST.. $40, arranged for two families:
two fl st class r nts, Brackett ST.. furnace. Sc.
bago water, all good repairs. N S. GARDE
NER, 53 Exchange and 6s Market ST.. II
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
WATCHES WATCHES ON iNSTALLMENTS.

waltham and Elgin Watches. a large STOCK
nnanfs y, mt at reasonable prices All Styles. All
Prices. MCKINNEY. the Jeweler, Monument
Square. hai Aoos
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

ITO LET-Upstairs rent No. IT Clifton ST.
i Woodfords, on of the best rents in neerjng
$22 per MONTH Apply TO M. M. BAILEY, Isl
Forest Avenue. I'll :
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

MONEY TO LOAN-On first and second
Nl mortgages ON real estate at as low rate
of interest as can be obtained in Portland.
property or any other good securities. In
quire of A. G. LIBBY s. CO., 42 IL Exchange
street, novl2-lM
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

VO LET-Large sunny front ROOM hot water
steam heat; at the BAINE HOUSE, No.
50 Spring st. 61#
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

VTrANTED-For different cities and suburbs
w OF 100 900 population and upwards, practi-
cal men OF large experience in house painting,
possessing good business qualifications, to make
known to property owners. painters and large
corporations, the advantage of using our U. 5
N. Marine White Paint over paste form lead.
Apply with references to BILLINGS. KING
& CO., 43S Pearl St. New York. nov7dtf
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
A THOUSAND RINGS

To select from. Diamonds Opas, Pearl
itubys and all other precious stones, Engage
stock in the city. MCKINNEY, the Jeweler.
Monument Square. maT1Sda
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

COR SALR-New house OF rooms, directly
on electric car line In Deering. only one
minute from three different electric lines. faces
west. high land. bath, plumbing. two bay VIII
pered and painted to suit purchaser; price
S., 500; only $500 down. balance easy; ideal
home. DALTON & CO., IS Exchange street.
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

j on Deering Highlands (Glenwood ayenueJ.
near street cars house is finely finished In cy-
press nd hard pine papered throi ;ghout, Q en-
heated throughout laundry, cement walk. IN
fact model modern home at reasonable price
,sud on easy terms. DALTON s. CO., % Ex-
change street. Octs5oA
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
wATNED SITUATIONS.

WANTED-Position in Portland as steno-
W grapner and typewriter and also outside
business Tor the firm, by youag man who has
had considerable experience. Satisfactory ref
erences. Address c.. box 1867. 61
WANTED-By ST. Johus woman about 80
w years Of age, position to cook In priva.e
family, Car give good ref, rences. young
American woman would like housekespers
position in widower's family. SO gi Is waiting
es. Apply MRS. PALMER'S OFFICE, 399 1-2
Congress St. 81
WANTED-Position as stenographer by
W young lady of experience; best of referen-
ces. Address L., Press fice. 3O-1
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
TOILET.

Forty words inserted under this head
one week for 25 cents. cash in advance.
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

nor SALE-New house corner of Deering
avenue and William street, Opposite Fes-
tect's mans. built by the day and modern In
every way: has cenveniences such as laundry,
firepla ace, hot water heat hard wood floors.
electric lights and bells,open plumbing; etc.
ferms to suit purchaser DALTON s. Coz 90
Excnange street. ocsiouu
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
SACO HOUSE FOR SALE.

Everything this hotel contains
will be sold cheap for cash.
Rare chance for 80 hotel man.
l.. p. TRUE & SON, Props,
SacO, ME.
22nd year. dec3d1w*
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
WANTED. -FEMALE HELP.
LOST AND FOUND.

T .OST-Near Congress Square. coin purse
IL made of silver links A liberal reward will
be given for its return TO the riodical store of
|. A. LIBBY, $40 Congress street. 81
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

"A ONEY LOANED on first and second mort
as cages. real estate. life insurance policies,
notes, bonds and good collateral security.
Notes discounted; rate of interest per cent a
year and upwards, cording to security w.
P. CARR. room 5, second floor, Oxford Build
ing, 1856 Mi adle street. 1874
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

ITO LET-A large pleasant room with steam
i heat and bath. Inquire at "a Pine St
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

= PECIAL NOTICE-Don't miss this. If you
~ buy d two book ticket at the PEOPLES Circu-
lating Library 247 Congress. you will receive
as o premium your choice OF several of the best
Ioc magazines for one year. The price of the
ticket is $500. For further information call
and get a catalogue. IL
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

fNO LET--At East peering French roof cot
tage, rooms, able, Sebago water, and
large lot of land with fruit trees, on line eiec
trio cars: price $40 month AMI water rates.
ENQUIRE No. Z Grant ST., Woodfords. 6-1
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

E0R SALE-The estate formerly belonging
Il to Chas. II. Chase, tdeceased), corner Of
Congress and Franklin streets. For further
particulars address S. ALBION BRIGGS,
Someryile Mass. I'll
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

NOTICE. hereby forbid any one trusting
IN for any goods on my account without a
written order from ms. MRS. EMMA j.
NUTTER. 81
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07
WANTED.

Forty words Inserted under thta head
me week for rs cents cash in advance.
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

ITO LET Extremely desirable upper rent at
110 Pine ST., between Emery and Thomas,
eight rooms; also very convenient lower rent at
12O Franklin ST., seven rooms; two rents az
1912 Congress ST.. six rooms each, $40 month.
f. L. JERRIS, 1856 Congress St. 6-l
The Portland daily press., 1898-12-07

WANTED every one to send for 100 nit .
w pictures Axe of yourself all for % 90. S no
photo to copy by Sent c. o. d If % GEMS of
the amount is sent. Address ENTERPRISE
NOVELTY CO.. Box 244, Auburn, Me. II