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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
A THANKFUL SONG.

Thankful for the weather, Lord!
II it's snow-in sweet accord
We 90 singing down the way
That was violet yesterday;
So we feel the fall of light
Rest beneath Thy stars at night
Know Thy loving kindness still,
Let Thy weathers work their will
Thankful for the weather, Lord
Still the ample Autumns hoard
Golden treasures, that Thy poor
Hunger in Thy sight no more
Still our steps by Thee are led;
Still Thy tables wide are spread;
There Thy blessing falleth STILL
Let Thy weathers work their will
Here is love of mother-wife
Here are little links of life,
Where the poor mans shelter charms
Necklaced by his children's. arms!
Star or storm, the way is sweet
So the heart for love shall beat;
So Thy blessing falleth still,
Let Thy weathers work their will
F. /. Stanton.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
She Knew Hiram Wrote Il.

Lawyer Sharpsett found be would
be unable to go home in time for sup
per. His typewriter girl having quit
for the afternoon, he sat down at the
machine himself and succeeded, after
half an hours work, in evolving the
following note, which he sent to his
wife by a messenger boy:
at the Office 5 SOP. M
DEsr MILL =. | shial not be xxx
xxxxxat home his evnennenig until
until vrey very xxx late do not.
wait fr for MIA A client W no Has
A. client with WhoM I baev an ap-
pointment is xxxx1xxx is cmoing to
consultme & it will Take al all eqeuen
xxxxxxevening your loving ?husg-
husband. ]: hirra NJ
Il know Hiram wrote 1t ex-
claimed Mrs. Sharpsett after she had
read it. "Those ks are where be
swore.'
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
]. GREGG GIBSON,
DRUGGIST, PHARMACIST.
Valuable Farm For Sale.

The farm of the late Robert Lucas,
situated four miles from Shepherdstown
and II miles from Shenandoah Junction,
jefferson county. w. Va, is offered for
sale privately. The farm contains 100
acres of excellent lin estoneland 2Oacres
of which is in fine timber, and is in a
good state of cultivation. The improve
ments are first-class, consisting of com
Portable eight-room brick dwelling
house, good barn, and necessary out
buildings. Price, $50 per acre. Posses
sion given April l, 1899. For further
information apply to Edward r. and
Vincent NJ. Lucas, on the premises.
Sept. Is, 1S9S-tf.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
Tortured BY
Rheumatism.

felt so much better after taking two
bottles, that continued the remedy,
and in two months l was cured COM
pletely. The cure was permanent, for
have never since had a touch of
Rheumatism, though many times
exposed to damp and cold weather.
ELEANOR NJ. TIPPELL,
37ll Powelton Avenue, Philadelphia.
Those who have had experience
with Rheumatism know that it
becomes more severe each year,
and like all other blood diseases,
the doctors are totally unable to
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

General Wheeler's daughter wastry-
ing to persuade him to stay at home,
and let younger men do the fighting,
urging that he had done fighting
enough for one man. Finally che
asked:
Father, why do you want to go 2
He replied "If a fish had been out
of the water for thirty-three years and
came in sight of nice pond of water
he would wiggle little, at any rate. y
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

At a recent seance among those
present was lady who mourned the
loss of her consort, and as the mani
festation began to appear the spirit of
the departed Benedict was announced
as having appeared upon the scene. Of
course the widow was anxious to en-
gage in conversation with the absent
one, and the following dialogue en-
sued
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

Mr.. Hayseed (arriyiDg at city hoteD
Il spOse I kin hear the gong when it
ring, for dinner, can't l?
Clerk-We have no gong. We have
breakfast from 6 to II, dinner from II
to 6. supper from 6 to IL.
Mr.. Haysesd-Jehosaphat How
am l to git time to see the city2
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

cure it. In fact,
the only remedies
which they pre-
scribe are potash
and mercury, and
though temporary
relief may result,
these remedies pro-
duce a stiffness of
joints and only in
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
SHAKE INTO YOUR SHOES

Aliens Foot Ease. a powder for the rect.
II cures painful. swollen. smarting, nervous
Ieet and instantly takes the sting out OF corns
and bunions. It's the greatest comfort dls-
coyery OF the age. Aliens Foot-Ease makes
tigh: or new shoes feel easy. IL Is certain
cure for Chilblains, sweating. callous, tired,
aching feet. Try 1t today. sold by all drug
pists and shoe stores. p cts. Trial package
FREE. Address, Allen S. Olmsted, LIE Roy
NY,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

leuSIIy IHe UIseaSe.
). S. S. never disappoints, for it
is made to cure these deep-rooted
diseases which are beyond the
reach of all other remedies. 1t
cures permanently Rheumatism,
Catarrh, Cancer, ,Scrofula, Eczema,
and all other blood diseases. 1t
is the only blood remedy guar
aGteed
Purely Vegetable
Books mailed free by Swift
Specific Company, Atlanta, Ga.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
Watches, Clocks
AND JEWELRY!
TRY ALIENS FOOT-EASE,

A powder 10 be shaken into the She oes. Az
this season your feet feel swollen, nervous
and damn. Ifyou have smarting feet or tight
shoes try Aliens Foot-Ease. II warns the
feet and makes walki ing easy. Cures swollen
and sweating feet, blsters and callous spo,s.
ReIi-ves corns an bunions OF all pain and Is
a certain cure for Chilblains and Frost oltes.
Try it today. Sold by all druggists and shoe
stores for sc. Trial package FREE. Address,
Allen 8 Olmsted lie Roy, ". Y.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
4 SPECIALITY!

-...r External Cancers. Hernia
Na.4....' I...'.s, of the Rectum, such as
ana r,..r,a. FjsSurcs, Prolapsus, Ul-
c';'....... ,rr latest Remedy and most
J. .f .',.f r.>.-umcntS known 10 Medl-
inl'.ti.-- .al science for the treat
Gu '.,1.,a a' above. Address,
IeA. We DIR. Il. c. GROVE,
Shrphcrdstown, w. Va.
r-.vg, '>g> IT,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

Widow-Are you in the spirit
world?
The Lamented-I am.
"How long have you been there ?"
"Oh, some time.
Don't you want to come back and
be with your lovely wife,"
mot if I know myself. It's hot
enough here.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

Il say" asked jerks, as he walke3'
into Blinks' shop, sample case in hand
"can a cowhide in boot shop?"
Blinks wasn't at all slow. "No," he
said "but calfskin.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
II SNYDER PUBLISHER.
1p N, NICK. WILSON,
Graduate Dentist
,urpHERDSTOWN, w. VA.

.rr>,hctics used for painless
Loca.. 1' ,f teeth. Satisfaction guar
snteed.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

We have just received a fine lot of
TOILET SOAPS, assorted Perfumes,
and will sell at cut prices. Notice our
window
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
Syrups ::

Viz: Chamberlain, Piso's, Groves
Pine Syrup, Tar and Wild Cherry, Dr.
Bulls, etc.
2-grain Quinine Pills for 30 cents per
hundred. We have full line of SPICES.
Prescriptions filled with greatest care
and bv Registered Druggists only
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

u..,,r.arce the greatest gathering
's..,r.h.a merchandise we have ever
o.. ..-,.5s8 - I'm collecting for our parons.
S.,,r. =. .r.r.r, fresh and new, sparkling
... .r. brightest fashion thoughts OF
,..,M,.u. You will delight IN our new
..... h.eaa,a il anticipates your every
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
StatiOnery:

Tablets, Blank Books, Envelopes, Pa
per, Pens, Pencils, EraserS, etc. Will
sell at Il bargain.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
Kill the Louise:
Soap:

Fleas, Lice and Ticks die instantly by
using DR.. Hess LOUISE KILLER.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
BROWN WAGONS

q Speciality We have Rollers, Cider
MIL, Feed Cutters and anything you
may l.aI 90 successfully run farm.
Wra-e handling the very best grades of
Fertilizers l.r the fall crop.
N-flGa ,gr friends for their patron
az &. 'h. past and bv fair dealing hope
90 merit continuance of the same.
l.all examine our complete line and
,e' uu prices
A. =. cambridge & co.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
That Dollar

o, ,r4yy .ag bug more and BRING
i.,tr,fsaHs than il ever did SINCE
r-f,uIy marx 5gaS mvented, u
,,g @.tif i1tJ eur dollar stretch
fgy ,r.HcS.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
Chicken Powders :

To have Healthy Chickens and to
make them lay more Eggs use DR.. Hess
POWDERS.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24
Horse Powders:

For Healthy Hogs, Horses and Cattle,
use DR.. Hess POWDERS Call for book
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1898-11-24

in town, also Girls and Boys Caps,
Mems Hats, Mems Underwear, Men s
Overa!ls. We have
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

The interview published In the Post
era very clearly and fairly sets before
ths public the truth IN the matter OF
obtaining the assay office for Seattle.
lis only defect Is that 1t does not give
Mr.. BraInerd az much credit as he Is
himself entitled To. From other sources
IL is learned that the campaigning was
planned by Mr.. Brainerd: although
there Is no doubt. az he says, every
member OF the Washington delegation
did what he could 10 advance the meas
ure.
Nobody desires to deprive Congress-
man Lewis OF his NEED OF credit. and II
the newspaper literature on the sub
ject had been confined 10 some Of the
usual 'tany" that Mr. Lewis likes.
it would have been passed over with
quiet bu, knowing smile by all who
know that gentIemans amiable weak
ness.
It was not until highly dramatic de-
scriptions OF Lewis unaided efforts be-
gan To make their appearance in weekly
papers. in which gross injustice was
done both his colleagues and other good
friends of the measure. that those who
knew better Indignantly denied his right
To- arrogate to himself all the praise
The Post-Intelligencer republished in
part most absurd description by
newspaper correspondent OF the scene
in which Lewis was portrayed charg-
ing down the corridors OF congress with
the assay bill In his hand. winking at
Congressman Stone TO give the signal
for attack: and how Speaker Reed
turned pale and breathed hard. ex-
claiming: THAT fellow Lewis has
tricked us all" This would have been
laughabIe IL IL had stopped there: but
tt went on to rob the other members
from this state OF any credit by mag
nIioquently acknowledging their serv-
ices as il they had only humbly con-
tributed to Lewis glorious achieve
tnonf
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07
Hongkong Telegranh. Anril aa.

1loHShous lSiSSIdpl, <apIii 30.
1t is obvious that at this point an unri-
vailed opportunity presents itself for draw
ing closer together the severed branches
of the Anglo-Saxon race. II the states
men who direct the affairs of the British
empire can rise to the level OF a great oc-
casion. and can disregard great risk-for
there Is more than possibility that Spain
may find support in Europe--ther the
breach opened four generations ago may at
last be practically healed. and the allied
English speaking peoples may stand be-
fore the world as a single whole, in effect
II not in form or name. How pregnant
would be the message OF that unity to the
future progress of the principles Of free
dom amongst mankind can be grasped
fully only by those who realize the frailty.
the inadequacy and the insecurity of free
Institutions amongst European nations. TIA
" Is weak through poverty: the govern
ment CO France has passed practically into
the hands of the generals OF her army; the
Austrian empire is visibly threatened with
disruption: in Germany, liberty-as we I'M
derstand it-hardly exists: Ia Russia, des-
potlsm Is open and unshamed. The Russian
colossus impendS visihiy over Asia and Eu-
rope; only within the limits OF the English
speaking communion has the principle OF
democracy firm root and upward growth.
To stand together as the barrier of human
freedom against the tide OF miltarisn and
au:ocracy which threatens to engulf man
kind: this may yet bo the destiny OF the
descendants. throughout the world, OF the
Norman. the Saxon, and the Dane-of the
men who. like those 10 whom Bruce speaks
in Burns song. would rather "Freemen
stand or freemen IA
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07
His Command: lie Has None.
Army and Navy Journal

Army and Navy Journal.
In view OF present conditions how pi.lfui
the anti-war contentious as TO the linita-
lions of the power of the president over
the state troops; his right TO send them
beyond the limits OF their states or out
OF the United States. etc. There has
not be,e imperative need Of a single SOL
der on our own soil thus far. AMI Il has
been made apparent TO even the most
ignorant that soldiers who wish TO serve
on conditions are not soldiers AZ all. OF
what good is the Hon. Hamilton Lewis.
standing IN a picturesque military pose
on his own dung hill in WASHINGTON and
denouncing military satraps and gi,ded
poplnjays? II would be an excellent
idea now 20 order HIS command to the
Philippines, If the honorable gentleman
could only be- persuaded to transport his
Ay3c!nthtan personality 20 that remote
scene of military possibilities. But h
finds a more congeniaI theater for mil
tary exploits IN the daily issues of the
Congressional Record.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

their intention to lombard Bismarck
was demonstrated with by representa-
tives Of other powers. but he said notice
was not necessary. Indeed. the Ger
mans frequently bomharded the houses
OF a town In order 10 force an earlier
surrender
These are the principal features Of in
ternational law interesting 10 non-com-
batants. There is no court before which
an offender may be summoned to an
swer for his detection. bat any nation
violating these rules becomes a sort o;
outlaw and other nations need have no
respect for their rights.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

II is no doubt embarrassing 20 the war
department to have 50 many men anxious
20 so 10 the front, instead CT being rela-
due 10 a coEnuaenSable spirit. The officer
a. Washington who said that the vo,un-
teers o. this state wanted 20 tel the gov
eroEnent how to run the war probably
used exaggerated language due To irrita-
ton at his inability to comply with their.
request 20 be put on active duty. Our
toys may be anxious TO have chance 20
uphold the honor Of their state. but they
VIII not be disobedient 20 orders
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07
SNAPSHOTS HY THE WAY.
The ST. Petersburg Novosd is getting a
tr:fie gay.

The s.. Petersburg Novosd IS getting a
tr.ie gay.
The Dewey and Hobson presidential sug
gest.ou viii come next.
- - -
u looks "a II a vote Of thanks Is also
due Lieut.. Hobson from Admiral Cervera-
Even the ". &. I. L. views with appro-
baton the recent prominence Of the samp-
son bottle and cork.
- - -
Thase be proud DAYS for those historians
Hho can narrate thrilling incidents OF
Lieut.. Hobsou's early boyhood.
- - -
Just as likely as not the administration
win b. mean enough TO end the var before
col. Bryan can get u The front
- - ~
The trouble with the opponents 20 the
war honds was mainly that they were not
able 10 otTe. "sometAsng equally as good. =
= - -
Yesterday was June 6 and every good
citizen whose residence gees back to So
explained AZ length where he vas when
!; broke oGt.
n -h =.
Maybe the Oregon didn't blow taa Ter
r3r out ~ the water, bat the Oregon would
have doae It. and that's the KIND az a
weofoos the oregon IS.
y ~
Canada - not as popular \ pAcs OF
residence for Spanish spies as Il Vas for
certain Southern gentlemen about thirty
FIVE years ago. Canada has gone ouz Of
sss< ki-d Of business
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

There Is a probability that this season
It will be demonstrated whether gold il
to be found in paying quantities in the
Mount Baker district. Last year when
the discovery was made II was too late
10 do effective work, but by starting in
early prospectors can exploit the country
pretty we'll before snow fails, and even
IL there Is not time TO do much develop
ment claims can be located. and enough
learned TO determine whether 1t will pay
to so to more expense
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07
A THRIVING AsrIRANT FOR STATE
HOOD.

Oklahoma territory will soon make
another demand to be admitted into
the Union. 1t was thought to be rather
forcing matters to create that terri
tory. but II has already a population
OF 100000. or more than Washington
had when 1t was admitted. 1t was only
opened in part for settlement in 1883,
but 1t has prospered To such an extent
that the value Of It's property Is now
put at si00. 900. 00G. 1t is estimated that
1t Will raise 10000, 900 bushels of wheat
this year and from $4,000 TO 100000
bales of cotton. 1t is also great fruit
growing state. the peach fiourishing
phenomenally within its borders, and
the caster bean brings much profit to
its raisers.
In other directions the young terri
tory is branching out. 1t has 500 miles
OF railroad completed and 200 more
under construction; 200 miles of long
distance telephone wires: 1910 school
houses. 106 newspapers. PA churches
and 5s banks. Seven of It's cities have
electric lights. six have telephone sys-
TENS, nine have paid fire departments
and three are provided with water
works.
Within nine years all this has been
accomplished upon territory that was
only uninhahited prairie where pros
porous towns and cities now stand. An
entire section OF land has been set apart
in each township for the support of the
university. agricultural college and nor
mai school; and most towns have two
sections devoted In like manner TO pub
lie schools.
One reason why admission Of the ter
ritory has been objected 10 Is that
eventually the remaining part Of the
old Indian territory VIII have to be
brought within 81 local system Of gov
srnncnt II has been expected that
this land would be- added to oklahoma
| as the most convenient disposition Of q
tract which geographically belongs 10
II. Unfortunately. however, there are
so many land complications arising out
/ * treaties with Indians that 8; would
! tR},e several years before they are
strajghtened The Indians have dis
posed = their land In many cases t.
white settlers without the power t. con-
Wy good titIe improvements have
1een made jn good faith. ard It would
lie nianlfeStly uuinst u deprive the
posse~sors g the fruits 81 theIr enter
| ,rlse ana Industry. although they have
neen mistaken IN their notions q the
las. Those titles VIII have 70 be- con
ngmei ty at of congress.
/ Even naw oklahoma territory IS al
most a. large "a the state q <ew Y.rk.
! covering approximately 4an1a square
miles. IL has r3cre than seven times
( shs pop,la,leR e Nevada and a,mos;
as much as Rhade Island Unlike the
! population a. Arizona and New Mexico,
| SIS people asa chiefly Americans from
she adjoining states, and they have 3ua-
ggaed their claim - te admitted to
statehood
TAeye - 40 Doubt that number oc
gea went ,nte the territory and also
lu;o tie Indian territory with the in
tenIon - caio'iuS the lndians out g.
I
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

Magnanirnons as the conduct Of Admiral
oners should be FASTENED. When the
truth becomes known in Madrid, public
opinion VIII veer around and the people
viii be furious. The pressure may be-
come so great that even the admiral may
be unable TO keep faith. II would be a
serious reflection upon this government If
the bravest men who ever served a coun-
try should come to any harm through
want OF prompt action.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

possessions acquired honestly and those
obtained by more or less trickery. In
Oklahoma, too, tire boomer has get IN
his work. and many counties have.
through their efforts. too reckiessiy en-
gagged in putting MP public buildings far
ahead of local necessities. The result
is that taxes in some places. are peg
cent, but as the land becomes settled
upon and improved. and the burden Is
spread over larger population and
higher property valuation, this rate viii
be diminished
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07
me- NJ 81.

! love tho bow on Margot's shoe,
Keeling slylv into view,
Meath the skirt OF spotiess hue,
Like a poppy drunk with dew.
love the buds on NargntS breast,
Which Meath her diwpisi chin are pressed.
And by her fragrant hreath careSsed.
Happy Are they 40 sweet 10 rest.
love the lace on Marquis sleeve.
Like the c0bwesS spiders weave
Like the foam The breakers leave.
Stranded there ! would not grieFe.
love the hayward. wanton bow;
iove the flowers tender gios
love me lace. like drifts oe STOW.
BscA 1Se-kecsuse I love Margot
NAE VAN NORMAN LONG,
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

The people OF Seattle still talk of thu
lire as recent incident, but yesterday
nine years had passed since the greater
part of the city was destroyed. The men,
DRY OF 1t Will not pass away in the life
time OF those who were here on that day
or arrived soon enough afterward to see
the city OF tents built upon the blackened
timbers and tho debris which were all
that remained OF the business district.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

The soldiers who are going to the Philip
pines will understand better the difference
between gold and silver when they reach
there. They will find that for every dollar
in gold they Will receive s2.l7, while Ameri-
can silver coins are only worth forty-s.x
per cent OF their face value in the islands.
The government has done proper thing
In paying the men in good American gold
coin, equal 10 the best money in the world.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

So many new names are coming TO the
front and absorbing the attention Of the
public that the old war-horse politicians
Will not have a chance TO be heard. No
man Will be considered for any office who
has not taken an active part in the war
with Spain.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

lished as a basis for prudence fl the
future. There wfi! be very few farm
ers In The state OF Washington who
will eve- be caught again 70 suffer as
they did In 1894 and 1856 and 1856.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-06-07

Bronson-My poor oil grandma her Is
dead: and her parrot died the next dav
Daiiey--Eery stranget The poor bird
aiad of grief suppose
Bronson-No; killed = with a rakAr.-
peargen's