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The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16
ABOUT OUR CITY DADS.

It is indeed very disagreeable
Tor the ARGUS to have to be "rak-
ing over the coals"it's neighbors
and friends, who compose the
City Government, for a failure on
their part to perform their official
duty. True it is, that the MEM
bers Of the city council are paid
only one dollar per month for
their services, and, of course, ac-
cept the Office thro' patriotism and
for the "honor" there is in it.
While this is the case, they
should should remember that the
acceptance on their part, comes
with it q duty and if they do not
intend to perform that duty, they
should not accept the Office. They
ore the custodians Of the entire
city-m incorporation of a mil
lion dollars worth of property
perhaps, and yet they are appar-
emily asleep to their duties. 1t
has been unanimously agreed
Upon by very near every intelli-
gent citizen that Brinkley is bad
" in need Of some kind of water
supply for fire protection and gen.
sral use. Very near every town
and city in Arkansas of anything
like the size of Brinkley are bless
"a with similar enterprises, but
poor Brinkley must ibe content
u1h iwait until our city dads
~ through with their Rip Van
Wrinkle snooze. Perhaps then the
great needs Of the City Of Brinkley
will be attended to. As we stated
\ above, this constant "raking over
ths coals'' is a bit unpleasant,
for the gentlemen who compose
tbe City Government are ali nice
men, our friends and our best cit
isenay bnt in the name of justice,
both to yourselves and to those
who are interested in the general
advancement of the city, we ap-
peal to you, friends, to either
make up your mind and do some
thing for the city, or else step
down and out and try to get some
one to fill your place who will de-
EGf1ethi.ssss;;. - s...1as Ian dig bitches |
md then I'LL them '
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16

sQnssst ten thsm you sswN n ~ Aneus 81
The BRINKLEY, ARGUS
SHOPPING GUIDE
FOR LHDIGSOnLY.

THE FINEST DISPLAY OF Millin-
|e,y. Hats, Bonnets, Ribbons,
Laces and Ladies Furnishings IN
THE South. The Latest Eastern
and Imported Novelties A SPECIAL
delight in showing our goods to
readers Of this ad. Mail orders
solicited. Come to see US, even
if YOU do not want to purchase.
PARLOR MILLINERY STORE,
3O9 Main st.
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16
BRINKLEY,

Indies SPECIAL: ~ Beautify
your homes with pretty pictures
handsomely framed. Beautiful
frames for only few cents. See
the ad of Ladaveze Frame Co.,
Memphis, in another column.
They want a good agent in Brink
Iey.
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16
TURNER PARAGRAPHS.

L ~ 1tAN4 IAO L &4JS<A0AokAA xAOs
Welcome rain on the 18th and
18th.
General Green MORALLY wound-
cd at last.
Old corn is laid by and looks
fine.
Plenty Of cotton squares but no
blooms yet.
Tommie Robinson went to Lam
berton sunday.
j. G. Terry and wife visited
Mr. Tebleman's family, of Tren-
ton Sundey.
Impulsive conclusions, like
practical jokes, often terminate
seriously.
Who takes counsel Of himself
alone, often has a fool for a conf
dant.
Jimmie Ward has come home to
spend few days with the home
folks.
Good deeds of love and kind
ness are the lubricants that make
the world run smooth.
Mr.. Straub, of N. Straub Sons,
Helena, was the guest Of j. G.
Terry the 9th inst.
Rev. Jas. X. Pope preached at
Hills Chapel Sunday. He re-
ports the weather dry there.
If you want to recruit the
DEVILS army, just rear your 10y
in idleness, he will do the rest.
The question mark is one Of
Satan's favorite screens. Be care
full, he may come upon you nm
lawares.
Esq. B. +. King and family
have gone to Searcy and else
where for a summer outing for
the benefit Of Mrs. KS health.
Such fiendlsh deeds as that com.
mitted last week near Lamberton
make us.cry aloud colonize the
negro or else educate and christ
ianize him. How can a civilized
people rest on their oars and be-
hold the ravishing Of the moth
ers and daughters Of orr Sunny
Southland7 Let something bt
done speedily for their protection
and safety.
Guy.
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16
Republican County Meeting.

The Republicans held their
meeting as before announced,
somewhere IN Brlnkley Saturday
last. An ARGUS reporter laid low
and tried to aH4 ont when and
where tho moi e wss be held
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16

but after considerable effort fai l.
w. S. Mccullough, A. A. Diffey
and w. L. Jeffries, Of Clarendon,
as delegates to the State Conven-
ton and also Instructed aforesaid
delegates to vote for Hon. IL. "a,
Myers, OF this city, for the nomi-
nation for Governor
ed and therefore, this report, COM
ing as it does, from Smother
fellow may not be correct. We
understand that they appointed
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FOR "ARGUS" SUBSCRIBERS.

Within the next few weeks the ARGUS subscription list
will undergo It's usual pruning" We have hun
reds of subscribers owing 81 49, You doubtless
think that being only small amount are not need of
it. So we wouldn't if you the only but there are
of Others making aggregate OF something Ike
81 500 due Now ask You to send in at least
part of your Dues right away Don't put it off, but hurry
up an d be the first to answer to the call.
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16

FoR the 44th time, more or less,
he drainage pipe on Ash and
lain street is being dug up, under
he direction of the city dads.
hey evidently do not intend for
nv grass or moss to accumulate
nthe pipe. The idea in digging
~ again is the same as before,
in order to drain the artific-
dake that forms on Ash street
II each rain. A few inches Of
IT thrown in the low place,
ould, no doubt, force the watel
land then it would not cost ths
~ ~ macA IL gging mp th'
pesbeg pardon, tho gentle
men Of course you do not wan
noss - accumulate on tn
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16
tAis county a
while perhaps a
.seful to the name of a

4Otlnk VIZ
Consequence and punishment al
ways melted out to the fendish
devils, who, every now and then,
show themselves by attempting to
crafty Internal desires upon the
women of the land. We read OF
them being burned ut the stake,
elsewhere for similar crimes and
forced to say something in denun-
&ciation of such barbarous punish
ment. yet when it comes near
home and we see the enormity Of
the crime, we are forced to be-
lieve that there is no punishment
too great for the tends.
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16
For Sale Cheap.

One new full circle Hay Press,
two good Moving Machines and
one new Steel Rake, We will sell
low and take part or all pay in
good prairie hay. Apply to
d. C. York & Co.,
1n52 ct Cotton Plant, Ark.
The Brinkley argus. (Brinkley, Ark.) 1883-current, 1898-06-16

EXCLUSIVE AGENCY.
The exclusive agency
for Brinkley Of the Cele-
brated X. & G.. Corset is
now with Henry Wolf 4
Co. Wear no other corset.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

In another part of the yard surrounded
by the big machine shops are the anchor
rests. There the great "mud hooks used
on the vessels are placed until ready for
service. There are many queer looking
anchors to be found there Some of them
are from the old ships that have long
since been placed out of commission or
sold. Others are inventions sent to the
yard to be tired. They did not prove
successful, and the owners, becoming dis-
couraged, failed to take them away. On
one of the rests is an anchor which closes
up like knife. 1t could be easily slowed
away when not in use, but that is its
only redeeming feature. The old style an.
ohors, with their stationary stocks, arms
great mud hooks with their movable fms
The anchors vary in size and weight, and
there are some on the rests that weigh
only few hundred pounds, while others
will tip the balance at many tons.
The largest ones are used on the bait
tleships, and they ara yeritable monsters.
They vary in weight from $500 to 1l,2oO
pounds. There are none of the very OH
anchors in the yard now The Oldest are
those that were used on the Portsmouth
Under the rest are the old wooden STOCKS
taken from the anchors which were useu
ON the Constitution and Constellation,
when these two vessels we're on the actlvo
list These great pieces of wood are SLOW
ly going 20 pieces, and within very
short time there will be nothing lett Oh
them excepting the iron bands.
Facing the parade grounds of the ma,
rine barracks are two Of the old brass
Dahlgren guns taken from one Of the oia
vessels. They are mounted on light helu
carriages ami will shortly be taken away.
There are many interesting relics TO %
found in the buildings in the navy yard
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

They are Kept there by the officers IN
charge OF the different departments, and
nothing would induce them to part WIN
their trophies, some of which are very
valuable. One of these Is char which
was IN Captain Isaac Hull's cabin on tne
Constitution when that vessel Destroyer
the British frigate Guerrero. Announcer
is a chair from the old frigate Congress,
which was taken from her when she re-
turned after disastrous cruise late III
1893. The chairs are in good condition.
and are very different from those USED on
board ship at present. They are made OIL
black walnut, with leather seats, sides
and backs. In many places the leather
has broken, but other wise the chairs are
as good as ever. A number Of cannon
which were taken from the ships thai
served in the Civil war have been put TO
use in the yard They are placed at t he
corners OF each street and prevent wagons
from gett ing on the sidewalks.
There are number of relics in the ord
nance sheds on the cob dock. They are
in the form Of cannon, and the different
kinds of shells used in them. There are
also number of the smaller arms used
by the sailors and marines during the
Civil war.
A short distance from the ordnanc dock
facing the athletic field, is q row of will
low trees. They have been there for many
years, and, while the best care has been
given them, some have died. They We're
brought from the grave of Napoleon at
St. Helena early in the ffties on one OF
our ships which was returning home
from Japan. They were first placed in
the navy yard proper, but when wave
of improvement swept over the place they
were removed to the cob dock, where they
have beeneyer since. During one OF the
bad storms some years ago some OF the
trees were destroyed.
- FREDERIC A. VERDI.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

At the northern apex Of the park is
queer looking cannon mounted hlgher
than the rest, 1t commands full sweep
of tho walk leading to the York streeu
gate, and is one of the most prominent
objects in the little park. 1t is one OF the
carronades that were mounted on the olu
frigate Constitution when that vessel meb
off the coast of Newfoundland. 1t was
this carronade that carried such destruc-
ton to the English vessel and wounded
and killed SO many of her men. just
back or this little gun is tall shat
erected to the memory of the sailors and
marines who fell during the assault and
capture Of the Barrier forts on the Can
ton river, China Nov. 1922, 1856. Ths
monument is Of graystone and on its face
bears the names of the men who were
killed during the actions.
In the center of the park is mounted
one Of the old % inch peacemakers"
constructed in 1884. The gun is a mas
siye piece of metal and was looked upon
at the time of its construction as one of
the finest specimens of the gunmAker's
art and capable of doing great destruc-
ton. It threw spherical shot Weighing
several hundred pounds. Facing the
muzzle is piece of armor plate about
one foot in thickness. 1t is made up OF
several plates bolted together. 1t was
penetrated by shot fired from one of the
"peaoemakers. The inner plates are
ragged on the edge where the shell tore
them apart, showing the great force of
the impact. Besides these there are a
number of small guns or yacht cannon
which were taken from some of the cap
tured blockade runners during the Civil
war
Near Admiral Bunce's headquarters is
q massive piece OF metal 1t is wedge
shaped and weighs many tons. It was
taken from the Confederate ram Missis-
sippi, and has been at the navy yard a
great many years.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

were brought back by some Burmans, who
had fed them and showed them the way
home. The Burmans Immediately re-
turned to their village, and, though the
then chief commissioner, the late Sir
Charles Aitchison, endeavored to find
them, in order to reward them, believe
he never succeeded. 1t caused good deal
Of comment in Rangun at the timc. !
ehink it is interesting as showing the eff
feet OF the teaching of Buddha and how it
saves the Burman from that "lust of gain
which. as you say, "has taken SO strong q
hold of our civilization, though some
times found it inconyenient living In a
land where the people are SO utterly indif-
ferent to money Spectator 50
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
Reminders Of Past Wars Seen in
Navy Yards.
SOUVENIRS OF THE DAYS OF
SAILING SHIPS.
Queer Cannon From Far Distant Points
Great Anchors which Weigh Thous-
ands of Pounds-The Ram of a Confed-
erats War Vessel.

copyright, 1893, by F. A. Verdu.)
The trophies and relics taken from. the
battlofields of Cuba and Porto Rico&and
the Spanish ships which were sunk dur
ing the late war have seemingly made the
people forget those trophies that adorn
our parks and public places. Formerly
visitors to the Brooklyns navy yard never
failed to stop at trophy park and look
with pleasure at the relics of past wars.
Now they pass the place as if nothing
were there. There are many interesting
relics in the navy yard, and while some
of them have not been taken from the
battlefield or the ships of an enemy, all
have interesting histories.
AS the visitor enters the yard and
strolls down the broad walk past th6 COM
mandant's office he finds little triangle
in which are mounted several queer look
ing cannon. This IL trophy park, and in
1t are placed some Of the relics taken from
British ships during the War of 1912.
The guns are mounted along the edge
of the well kept lawn and point in all di-
are of the smooth-bore type and are sur
mounted by crown close to the firing
pan. On the side Of each gun Is painted
in large white letters, Taken from Fl.
NJ. S. Macedonian by the frigate United
States, Oct. s5 1872 These guns have
been in the navy yard for many years,
and make up one of tie principal colleo-
tito ms of old war relics.
Some time ago England. through her
representatives, negotiated for the return
of these guns to her. In one of the Eng
fish dockyards is the American ship
President. which was captured during
the War of 1912. The vessel is rapidly 60
ing to pieces. England offered to ex-
change the ship for the guns. but her
offer was refused, as it would be impos-
sible to bring the ship to this country,
and then Uncle Sam is not in the BUSH
mss of exchanging his wal trophies
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
MAY DUSK RAIN.

no the morn, when the gold of the taper
That mellowed the east for space
Is lost in the fold of the vapcr
That trails torn banner of lace
To the grain mingled musk si the daytime
Its lit and It's laughter belong,
But in tie warm dusk of the Maytime
1t comes like sigh and song,
Perfumed by the breath of the mazes,
OF Hover weeds, tangled and tossed
And sweet with the death Of the daisies,
The season has lavished and lost;
In the cloud woven dusk Of the daytime
Its mild ministration is blest,
But in the kure musk of the AayVime
AT twilight tits rapture and rest
AS soft as The lip Of the biliow
That touches the argentine sand'
And light as the dip Of the willow
In waves that are buoyant and piana'
And sweet as the heart of the haytlm
And faint rs the wind in the gram,
In the dusk md the musk OF the Way einie
Are the reaolent tears of the ram.
Hattie Whitney in Woman's Home connpah'
ion.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

vUANTED-For different cities and suburbs
w Of 100. 600 population and upwards, practi-
cal men OF large experience in house painting,
possessing good business qualifications, to make
cnrnorations. the advantage of using our U. s,
n. Marine White Paint. over paste form lead
Apply with references to BILLINGS. KING,
& co, 438 Pearl ST., New York. nov7dtf
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

II a beautiful home in Deering and want
to save from $500 to $500 by buying this fall.
call and see what we can offer you; we have
every describaole kind OF suburban property
and give you whatever you want; we have lots
all over DeeriDg and can give you any location
you desire. Our houses are new and modern
and our prices are right and terms TO suit you.
Let us show you what we have. it will cost you
nothing. DALTON & CO.. 81 Exchange street.
nct13dff
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

fFOR SALE-Elegant new mouse of rooms on
hear street cars house is finely finished in cy.
press and hard pine, papered throughout, open
plumbing, electric lights and bells. nreplace,
heated throughout, laundry, cement Walk, IN
act a model modern home at a reasonable price
and on easv terms. DALTON & CO., 90 Fx-
change street. Oct13dtf
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

TSOR SALR-New house of 9rooms, Girectly
minute from three different electric lines, faces
west, high land, bath, plumbing, two bay WIN
1ows, very sunny. a superb home; VIII De pa
pered and painted to suit purchaser; price
k2.soO; only $500 down. balance easy; ideal
home. DALTON & CO., 50 Exchange street.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

FOR SALE-New house, corner of Deering
4 avenue and William street, opposite Fes-
Ienden Park. rooms, finely arranged, arcnl-
Every way; has conyeniences such as laundry.
fireplace. hot water heat. hard wood floors,
electric lights and bells, open plumbing etc. !;
erms to suit purchaser. DALTON & CO., 30
Exchange street oct13dtf
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
WANTE D

A first class all round candy
maker for retail store. Steady
lob for the right man; single
unam preferred. Apply by letter
or i'm person 10
POND Bros, Bath, Me.
nov1S d1w*
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

VXTANTED-To know if you would like the
w free use Of mandolin and lessons for
30 cts. per lesson. I have few good mando-
Inns and will gladly furnish them to reliable
pupils. Easy method. B. A. LIBBY, b53 IL
Congress street, room Z. 22-1
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
WATCHES ON lNSTALLMENTs.

Waltham and Elgin Watches A large stock
OF new model Watches will be sold on easy pay
ments at reasonable prices. All Styles. Ali
Prices. MCKINNEY. the Jeweler, Monument
Square. mar19dtf
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

TNOR SALE Handsome Queen Anne cottage
Il at Woodfords. on high land; best locality
near street cars. church and school; cemented
celIar sewer, Sebago large rooms, perfect re-
pair, very central; only $1,000; good lot OF
land; only $500 down, balance easy; rare
chance. DALTON & CO., So Exchange street:
oct13dtf
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

EOR SALE-A new six room house at Wood
Il ford's Corner for $500; Sebago. sewer;
near steam and electric cars, schools, stores
and churches; Lofts 50x10O; only $500 down;
balance S1i.5O per month DALTON & CO.,
So Exchange street. oct13dH
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

mo LET-At Woodford's Corner, new fats
Il of rooms each and bath, all nicely deco
rated ond ready for occupancy at reasonable
prices. w. Fl. WALDRON & CO., 1870 Middle
St. 2i-1
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wANTED-sIruArIuN

Rorty words inserted under this head
one week for 20 cents. cash In advance.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

d.. Ball's Cough syrup is the pso i7,.,;,
remedy, 1t will cure the worst cough OF eoia
when other medicines have failed,
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

WANTED-By experienced and refined
w elderly lady (4s) position as useful COM
panion nurse to delicate lady or gentleman.
Would accept temporary engagement Highest
land. MRS. HOPE, Elmwood Place, Elm
street. 2l-l
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

wv acknowledgements and experienced
w woman for cook and homework. All
modern conveniences, large, pleasant steam
heated room, highest wages. Apply, giving
age and experience. to MRS. B., care post
5fiice box 1886, Portland. 22-1
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
HELP WANTED.

MAN OR WOMAN OF energy and BUSINESS
M ability to travel for established firm $50
month and all expenses. P. w. ZIEGLER &
CO., 225 Locust street. Philadelphia. Pa
WSrS18t
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

DOARDERS WANTED-In private family
ID three or four gentlemen for board and
rooms. Location near Public Library. Adj
dress 60 L." Box 1857. 21-1
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GNANTED-Young lady ishes position in
w an office as stenographer. Address A.
IT r., az Reckett st. 21-l
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wANrED-MALE HELP.

Forty words Inserted under this head
suo week fer rs cents. cash In advance.
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NOR RENT-A pleasant sunny rent of z
Il rooms at 203 Vaughan St. Hot and cold
water, bath room. furnace, cemented cellar
Sc Apply to H. S. BRYANT, 1872 Middle St.
1871
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

Buddhism In Burma.

Buddhism In Burma.
Some sailors on board one of her maj
esty's ships at Rangun obtained leave Of
absence to go into the interior and lost
their way. A short time afterward they
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
a THOUSAND RINGS

To select from. Diamonds, opals. Pearls,
Rubys and all other precious stones. Engage
lnenf and Wedding Rings specially. Largest
stock in the city. MCKINNEY, the JeWeler.
Monument Square. marl9du
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
WANTED FEMALE HELP.

Forty words inserted under this head
sne week for 25 cents. cash in advance
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wANTED-Case of bad health that RIP ANS
viii NOT benefit Send cents to Ripans Chemical
Co. New York for 10 samples and 1000 ties timonias
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

to guard the planters and the country is
by means Of proper Goyen ment 1nspec-
ton Of all such importatiors.
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ITO LET--Furnshed front room in private
L family, suitable for two gentlemen, at very
reasonable price, references required, 102 Green
ST. ring right hand Dell. I'll
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23

vUANTED-A few more pupils on the piano
w or banjo; the very best methods at low
nrice for short time only: lend banios; send
postsl. GEORGE A. LIBBY, No. Woodford
St, Woodfords. III
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1898-11-23
WEDDING RINGS.

One hundred of them to select from. All
STYLES, all weights. all prices in 49, II ana IL
III. Gold. Largest and best stock Of rings
in the city. A thousand of them. McKENNjEssY.
the JeweIer, Monument Square. lune7dtr
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TO LET.


ITO LET-Lower rent rooms rear No. 2,
4 Monroe place; good yard room; gas ana
Sebago; in nice repair, S12. e. HASIY. IL
Green street. zz-l