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The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

An Interesting Tale of Two Geoio-
Eists and nm Exceedingly
Beautiful Fossil.

Happening to know two men who were
deeply interested IN geology and who did not
know each other a Detroit man brought the
two scientists together recently at the house
OF one OF them and then left them 10 enjoy
the occasion. A day or two later he met the
host in the case and heard this strange story
from him:
well, Mr. Cooper, that was a fine man you
brought out 10 see me the other night-a fine
man. Why, he's as crazy about geology as
am, II not triiic craZier. We sat up to-
gether until after midnight, looking over my
specimens and talking about them, and I'm
going down TO see his cases. lie tells me he
has almost bankrupted himself INDUCING
his taste for rare and beautiful fossils. A
funny thing happened the other night, too /;
he's a great one-that mani On my library
table had one remarkably beautiful fossil
too choice TO be hidden away in a case and
yet too valuable 10 be left lying around.
needn't tell YOU what il was, for you don't
know one from another Your friend does.
however, and he returned again and again
TO admire this particular specimen. OF
Ourse. | enjoyed his enthusiastic apprecia-
ton OF IL, and when he was about 20 20 said
Mr.. Badger, you admired this fossil so much
I'm going 10 give n.yktb the pleasure Of part
ing with il 20 you. tlease add il 90 your col
lection So saying. 1 extended my hand for
the fossil, and behold it wasn't there
On the table and under the table looked,
behind the lamp, and under papers-no fos.
sil-a mysterious disappearance. ] felt non.
plussed and looked at my guest He looked
sheepsh, fumbled in the inside Of his sacque
coat and said We'll. I'm glad you are going
to give me that fossil. | already had il IN
my pocket"
"As / had often done the same trick my.
self couldn't utter word Of protest
We'll, WELL ! said, take it along and
heartily welcome.
I've annexed fossils myself Art has nc
conscience "-Detroif Erpe Press
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
10 rIrt,-yenr Frnnchi.c.

Chicago Dec, i3.-The ordinance ex-
tending the franchises OF Chicago
street car companies Tor 80 years came
up In the city council Monday night.
and were referred 90 the council COM
mittee on railroads. On all votes touch
ing the ordinance friends OF the meas
ure were a strong minority. and I'M
less they can muster much greater
strength there is no probability that
they will ever be allie TO pass II over the
veto of Mayor Harrison.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
TO California.

Attention is called to the excellent serv-
ice OF the Northwestern Line TO Calfor-
MIA and the favorable rates which have
been made for single and round.trip tick
cts for this seasons travel Best accom-
modatlons in iirstcass or tourist sleeping
cars, which run through every day in the
year ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS tourist ear
parties every week 20 California and
Oregon. Choice OF a large number OF
different routes without extra charge.
Particulars Cheeriuly given upon appli-
cation 20 agents Chicago & North Western
Ry, or connecting lines.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
VOC 10 IIouI,Intc

Boston. Dec. 0--The stockholders of
the Boston national bank on Thurs
day voted to liquidatc. More than 5000
OF the 10000 shares in the bank were
represented Only ~ shares were re-
corded ms unfavorable TO the liquida-
ton plan. The bank was organized in
1883 and has never passed "A dividend.
Its affairs are so clean that the liqui-
dating bank advances 81 ,0o0, 900 10 re-
imburse its stockholders. II is thought
that the bank will liquidate Si20.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

We offer One Hundred Dollars Rewa'
for any case OF Catarrh that cannot be cured
by Halls Catarrh Cure.
r. j. Cheney q Co, Props, Toledo, O.
We, the undersigned, have known Il. j.
Cheney for the last Is years, and believe him
perfectly honorable in all business transac.
tions aud financially able 10 carry out any
obligations made by their firm
ledo, O.
Waiding, Kinnan & Marvin, Wholesale
Druggists, Toledo. O.
Hall's Catarrh Cure Is taken internally,
acting directly upon the blood and mucous
surfaces of the system. Price 75c per bot
tie. Sold by all Druggists. Testimonials
free.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
A RICH HARVEST.
Cat ana Corn Cropa bring 90 Farmers
OF the United states SS3.OOO.0OO
More Than In 1897.

Washington, Dee i2.-On the basis
OF the farm prices OF December /, the
agricultural department. figures place
the 1898 crop ofcorn and oatsasworth
Ss3.000,000 mere than the crops Of 1897.
Statistician Hyde nccrcditsthis largely
90 the Differences in price. The corn
crop is a triile larger than in 1897, ard
the average price per bushel is 9.4cents
higher, while the oat crop is similarly
a little larger than in 1897, and the
prices were 4 cents higher
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Can You solve This puzzle verses

"a simple go-between am !,
Without thought OF pride;
/ part the gathered thoughts or men,
And literally divide.
L set the soul OF Shakespeare free,
To Millions thoughts give liberty,
Bid Sidney speak with freer speech,
Let Spenser sing and Taylor preach.
Though through all learning swift glide,
No wisdom doth with me abide"
II you can solve the foregoing, and send
the correct answer to George III. lleahord,
General Passenger Agent, Chicago, Mlwau-
kee 4 ST. Paul Railway, Old Colony Build
ing, Chicago, together with two-cent
stamp, he viii send you what it calls for.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

Washington, Dec. 10. - Mai Gen.
Miles appeared Monday before the
house committee on military affairs sor
a hearing relative to the proposed re.
organization and increase Of the army.
Two bills for this purpose are pending,
one drawn by Gen. Miles and intro
duccd in the senate as the Hawley bill
and another introduced in the house oy
Chairman Hull. OF the military com
mittce
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Too Mig a RisIs.

eyes, I've made up my mind TO have my
life insured"
ANY particular reason for liz"
Going 20 be married next week"
Lets see, you're one OF these popular
fellows, aren't YOU
Why, | fancy I'm pretty wen known"
We'll, we cant insure you until after the
wedding is over"
why noty'
Because there's no telling what your fool
friends will do 10 you before you get out OF
town cleveland Plain Dealer.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

The duke was beside himself with rage.
"Your family have only plebeian blood in
their veinsl" Kissed his grace.
"Well, you ought to know; you've bled
them enough, replied the duchess, the fair
American-her mien quite in keeping with
the naughty legend, Non Cura, Non
Merccs." upon the trademark of her IA
Tiers Justly celebrated Combined Hair
Vigor and Stove Polish.-Dctroit Journal.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Railroad Trains 10 Run slower.

Railroad officials claim that it is very ex-
penSive TO run their lightning express trains
and are talking about reducing the speed 1t
is likewise expensive to the health to rush
and struggle and compete in business affairs
as men do nowadays The brain the nerves,
the muscles, the whole system gives out For
restoring strength after business worries,
Hustetter's Stomach Bitters - the proper
remedy. II is sn ideal tonic for the tired, the
rundown and the weak
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Noted foruer s.ntenced

San Francisco, Dec. l0.-Karl Decker,
known 10 the police all over the coun-
try as the prince Of forgcrs. was SEN
ter ced to serve seven years in San
Quentin Friday for defrauding the Ne
yada bank. OF this city. out Of over S2o.-
GOO by means Of raised check which
he and three others presented 10 the
hnnli for nnYmenf
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Gracious Offering.

Elderly Passenger Here, miss, take this
seat
Stout Young Woman--Oh. ! could not
think of depriving an old mean | could
not think Of depriving you.
.'You 60 ahead and take it. an don't ar
que know you fat girls always has lame
feet. "-Indianapolis Journal.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
From pnby in the High chm

to grandma an the rocker Grain q is good for
the whole family. II Is the long-iesired sub
stitute for coffee Never npsets the nerves
or Injuries the digestion. Made from pure
grains it is a food IN itself Has the taste
and appearance Of the hest coffee at the
price. II is a genuine and scientific article
and IL come TO stay IL makes for health
and strength. Ask your grocer Tor Grain-O.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
.OI,l CIor,- IfIorts.

Havana. Dee. i2.-The United states
flag was pnfurled over the city hall OF
Marianao at 1880 o'clock Saturday
Afternoon by Col. Young. commanding
the battalion OF engineers at Playa de
Mnrianao.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Gen. Lee Reaches Havana.

Havana, Dec. 1.-THE United States
transport Panama, one Of the first
prizes captured in the late war, arrived
Tuesday evening with Gen. Fitzhugh
Lee and staff. The United States trans
port Michigan. which left Savannah on
Saturday last. day before the Panama,
has arrived with two battalions OF the
Second Illinois regiment
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
aiustered out.

Milwaukee. Dec. IA special to the
Evening Wisconsin from Eau Claire,
Wis. says: Capt. Andrus, Fifth cav
airy. y. s. A., who is on a tour Of in
spection. received telegram from
Washington from Adit. Gen. Corbin
saying the Third Wisconsin volunteers
were TO be mustered out. Its supposed
this will be done in january.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Military Goyernor of Iinvnpn

Washington, Dec. Secretary Al
ge- has designated Gen. Ludlow o act
ns first military governor OF Havana
city with full powers to deal with all
local questions. lie will leave for his
post shortly. Gen. Greene. at Havana,
will remain until relieved by Gen. Lud-
low and then come home to be retired.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
DerniIment.

"Am I disturbing a train Of thouphtY
asked the canvasser, with a cheerful as
sumption Of comradeship and good humor.
Disturbing ~" responded the professor,
looking mp from his table Of logarithms, you
are holding il up. sir"
And the abashed canvasser withdrew
Chicago Tribune.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

Chicago, Dec. i2.-Judge John viii
liam Shownlter, ~ the Seventh judicial
district OF the United States circuit
court, died shortly after noon Saturday
ut the home OF his former law partner.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

Washington. Dec. i3.-fhe United
States supreme court has announced
nm adjournment for the Christmas hol-
days extending from Monday next
until Tuesday. January 2.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
nr,nn out Of the Army.

Washington. Dec. l3.-rhe written
resignation OF Col. William ! Bryan
came 20 hand az the war department
Monday afternoon by mail and was i'm.
mcdiatcly accepted. notice OF that fact
being telegraphed 10 Bryan.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17
Death OF n Fnmou. Pb,.ic,.,

London, Dec. 13.-Sir William Jenuer,
the distinguished rathologist and ply
sician in ordinary to the queen and the
prince OF Wales. died Monday.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

ouray, Col, Dec. 9.--George Howard
and Frank Howard. miners, wandered
Oft the road In the mountains, near
Ironton, and frozc to death.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

We have noticed that when girls form a
Spinsters' club, not one Of thcm is more
than 20 years Of age. -Atchison Globe.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

A blunt tool with a man behind IL is bet.
ter than a Damascus blade without one.
Rams Horn
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

Like Oil Upon Troubled Waters IS Hale's
Honey Of llorehound and Tar upon a cold.
Pixies Toothache Drops Cure in one minute.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

Washington, Dec. 1.-THE house
naval affairs committee ordered ia
vorable report upon the bin TO create
the rank OF admiral and vice admiral
IN the navy.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

| can recommend Piso's Cure for Com
sumption TO sufferers from Asthma e. ID.
Townsend NJ. Howard, Wis, May 4, "a.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

The wise man always stops TO think, but
IT'S the really wise one who thinks without
having 60 stop.--N. Y journal
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

The more doctors a man has, the less GER
certain are other people Detroit journal.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

He who wants n mule without fault must
walk on foot.-Spanish Provcrb.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

Sudden cold brings soreness and stiffness
st. Jacobs Oil brings a cure.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

A hypocrite makes more trouble in the
world than a fool.--Atchison Globe.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

London, Dec. i2.--The death is an
nounced Of William Black. the novelist.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

With a rub or two lumbago is often cured
BY st. Jacobs Oil Small cost, big profits
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

For everyone who is robbed on the road
100 are in the inn.-Spanish Proverb
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

There is quite difference between bonds
and vagabonds.-L. A. w Bulletin.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

Are YOU bruised? Use ST. Jacobs Oil and
You won't be long. Shortest way.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-12-17

r.gTC send for PREF ~ nrr-r.rs-
- Dr. GuprILI. REMEDY va
- r8f Ln sale street. Chicaro-
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Court CONCLUDED.

The tlial OF Dempsy J. jefcoat for
arson, mention Of which was made in
our last issue, resulted in verdict of
acquittal.
Elliott Haltiwanger, charged with
the shooting of Warren hoon (all
coloredl at Peak, q few weeks ago,
was found guilty and given one year
on the chain gang. This ended the
jury cases, and the jurors were dis
missed.
The case against Simon Sharpe
was mol pressed. This man is now
at Chickamauga, member of CO. d..
lst S. c. Regiment.
The case of the State vs.. Polly
Gunter, on appeal from Magistrate
Sawyers court, was sent back, as a
new trial was ordered.
In the civil court very little busi
ness was passed upon.
The courts were both adjourned
sinv die on Thursday afternoon.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
MIR. Dreher in Virginia.

Mr.. E. S. Dreher, superintendent
of the public schools OF Columbia, was
an honored guest last week at the
commencement exercises of Roanoke
college, Salem, Va. This college is
the alma mater of MIR. Dleher, he
having graduated there about 10
years ago.
At the commencement this year he
was complimented by being invited
to deliver the annual address before
the alumni society, and that was his
mission there on this occasion. The
address is highly spoken of by the
press of that State for its deep
research and scholarly composition
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22

at Santiago, but after consultation
with the Cuban chief. it WAS found
that the Spanish forces were so large
that it was deemed best Lot to try to
land until Reinforcement arrived.
The war department has ordered
4,O09 Cd !it;ona! troops to Santiago,
and they will leave Newport News
Va, Immediately. Another expedi-
ton will follow Immediately. After
the present troops 60 forward there
will lie 24,0C0 troops at Santiago.
But the expedition will not stop at
that number. as thel is determined
purpose to send forward sufficient
force to crush any Spanish command
that can be concentrated at that
point.
Admiral Sampson and Gen. Shat
ter visited the camp of the insur-
gent chief Garcia Monday, and were
received with military honors. The
Cuban commanders tent is rude
hut, covered with leaves and contain
ing only a megre camp outfit. Here,
after words OF greeting had been
spoken, the consultation was held.
1t lasted several hours. Gen. Garcia
explained his plan fully; told how be
had the Spanish General, Pando,
cooped up in Manzanillo, without the
possibility Of his being able to CO.
operate with the Spanish troops at
Santiago, and laid before the Amer.
can officers maps showing all the
mountain trails leading to Santiago
from the most convenient landing
places east and west of the harbor
entrance.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
Bv All Means Do So.

When you visit Columbia yon
should be all means visit the hard
ware establishment of Stewart Il
Prentiss, where you will find a hand
some line of useful articles III the
way of tin and Japanned ware, house
and kitchen articles, plows, harness,
paints, oils, and in fact anything
found in an up to date hardware
store. Their prices are extremely
moderate when quality and quantity
are considered. No goods are mis-
represented and satisfaction is guar
snteed. If you have never bought
goods from them you should do SO
at once, and you will be so we'll
pleased that you will become per-
marent customer.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
The Ladies' Barbecue.

On Monday, July 4th, the Woman's
Aid Society OF St. Stephens church
will serve an excellent barbecue at
this place, to which all the county
candidates and the friends of the
church are cordially and earnestly
requested to be present.
For years the ladies of this congre-
CATION have been faithfully laboring
to build new edifce in which to
worship, the old one being totally
unsuited for such purposes. Through
many vissitudes and disappointments
they succeeded in raising the stone
walls of the new church when their
funds became exhausted The
destruction of the old building by
fire, makes the completion Of the
new one an absolute necessity and to
raise the necessary funds, the ladies
are bending every energy and ex-
haustiog every means at their COM
mand. By patronizing this barbe-
cue you will be aiding in o worthy
cause.
The date for the cue. is on the 4th,
instead of on the 18th as advertised
last week.
It is intended to have an open air
concert as one Of the features for the
entertainment of the patrons. The
White Star Brass Band will furnish
the music for the occasion. This
band has greatly improved recently
and now makes fine music. Another
feature will be music furnished by
the ladies and speaking by promi-
nent orators. All our people should
turn out and give the society rous-
ing patronage.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
About the Candidates.

We are Informed that DR.. G. E
Leaphart has yielded to the wish oI
his many friends and has entered
the race for County Superintendent
of Education.
The Honor f. L. Asbill will stand
for reelection to the House of Repre-.
sentatives.
The friends of Mr.. George S
Drafts want to see him wear the
Judge Of Probate's ermine.
The Broad River friends of Capt.
NJ. D. Harman, call upon him to
serve as Auditor for another term.
W. H. Sharpe, Esq, announces
himself as a candidate for the House
of Representatives.
The two years experience of Hon.
D. F. Efrd in the House Of Repre-
sentstives better fits him to serve
his constituencies, and he is an
nounced for that position in this
issue.
A friend announces Mr.. George
Sawyer for reelection as Magistrate
for the Second District.
Having proved himself a good
County Treasurer, the friends of Mr..
E. L. Wingard announce him can
didate for reelection.
The many friends of Mr.. S. 0.
Hammer, believing him to be made
of excellent Magisterial timber, an
nounce him for Magistrate.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
at Brookland Academy.

On Thursday night, June 30, 1885,
the young men Of Mt. Tabor church
will give a benefit entertainment. Ice
cream and other refreshments will be
served on the ground, and-on the IN
side an address on Character build
ing" will be delivered followed by a
spirited debate on the comparative
benefcence of the. Horse and the
Whale, embracing the characteristics
incident to an ignoramous debating
society. A young man Of Brookland'
who will be a candidate for Presi-
dent of the United States in l9OO,
will then address the voters with
overhowing streams of an unselhsh
patriotism, and closing with a vote
for the most popular young lady and
young gentleman in the house.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
The Second Call for Volunteers.
South Carolina's Qaoto is Two Bat
talions of Infantry.

ldliOES Ol 1uldi'tIJ.
Washington, June l7.-Adjutant
General Corbin tonight made public
the number of additional regiments,
battalions, companies or batteries re-
CURED from each State under the
second call of the President for vol.
unteers. The organizations from
each State-the number of which is
herewith given-will be in addition
TO the number Of men which will be
enlisted from the several States to
fill the maximum of 1G6 men to o
company, the organizations now in
the field.
OF the $4,000 men required under
the Presidents second call, $4,000
will be needed to recruit the existing
volunteer regiments up to the max
imum strength. Under the second
call the various States and Territories
will furnish, as organizations, %
regiments of infantry, six regiments
and three companies Of infantry in
unattached organizations, II light
batteries and three heavy batteries.
According to the statement made by
Adiutant General Corbin. new organ.
izstions will be apportioned among
some of the States as follows:
Georgia, one regiment infantry;
South Carolina, two battalions in
fantry; Virginia, two battallions in
fantry.
Florida, having under the first call
furnished an excess of it's quota, will
not be called upon to furnish any
new organizations under the second
call-nothipg beyond filling the
organizations now in the service.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-22
PEiCIL AID scissors.

Waysids Notes Gath ,rad Rare aIc
There by Dispatch Gan.
Plant peas.
Raise bog and hominy.
Deliciously cool nights.
Politics are becoming lively.
The blackberry crop is immense.
The oats crop is about harvested.
Candidates are coming to the front.
Use plenty Of lime about ycur
premises.
The farmers are busy keeping
grass out of their crops.
We want our people to keep in
mind the free ferry question.
The seasonable showers have Won
derfully revived gardens.
II man wants to find q woman
out, call when she is not at home.
The "American pig" don't set well
on the stomach of the Spanish dons.
Prayer meeting in the Methodist
church tomorrow evening. Your
presence is solicited.
Farmers are wearing broad grins
these days on account OF the bright
crop prospects.
The charge for announcing candi-
dates for Magistrates, is 81 80,
strictly in advance.
Mr.. James E. CAN'T, q prosperous
and popular merchant at Swansea,
was in town Sunday.
Several Of our boys are comsem-
plating trip to Charleston to take a
dip in the briny deep.