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Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
THE BROWN-TAiL MOTH.
A Poisonous Pert OF M....ch,..>.

Poisonous Pert of Massachu.e<ts
Towns.
Many residents of Somerville have
been afflicted recently with a strange
disease, which batfled the physicians,
and for which no one could offer an ca
PLANTATION, says the Boston TRANSCRIPT.
hey seemed to have been victims of
IVY poisoning, the hands and arms red
dening and swelling, but they had not
touched any ivy. 1t is now definitely
known that the trouble all came from
the presence of that new pest, the
brown-tail moth.
This discovery was made by the en-
ployes of the gypsy moth committee.
who, 10 their sorrow, have found that to
touch brown tail moth is euuiva-
lent to taking dose Of poison. When
the employees of the committee began
their annual work of turning burlaps
TO see how many pupa had Sc
GREETED themselves Hereunder, they
found in the places contiguous
to Somerville a number Of pupa
OF the brown-tailed moth. Grown
careless by the innocent nature of the
ocneria dispar they plucked them off
and destroyed them. Then the trouble
began, and loud are the complaints Of
the men with poisoned hands and arms.
The moths are now handled gingerly
The center Of the gypsy moth pesti-
Ience has moved from the Maiden Med
ford district, where it originally devel-
oped, to the Saugus woods. 1t is esti-
mated that the committee men are
100000 daily.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18

Inc United States minister TO Mexi.
co, IN recent report to the state depart.
ment, says that the Mexican secretary
OF the treasury, in his recent annual re.
port, states that one of the principal
factors restricting foreign trade is the
fall and fluctuations in the price of silver.
A high rate of exchange, says Secretary
Limantour, need not necessarily so de.
press trade if it were permanent in its
character, as trade could be adapted to
any rate, but the constant fluctuations
in the price of silver are more injurious
than any actual depression.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Registration Notice.

To the electors of the township OF
Arcadia, county of Gratiot, state of Mich
igan: Notice is hereby given that a
meeting of the Board of Registration of
the township above named, will be held
AT the Township Clerks office. over Del
avan's store i'll said township, Oh Satur-
day, April ?, A. ID. 1898, for the purpose
of registering the names of all such per-
sons who shall be possessed of the neces-
sary qualifications of electors, and who
may apply for that purpose; and that
said Board of Registration will be in
session on the day and at the place afore-
said from 100 in the forenoon until 300
In the afternoon for the purpose afore-
said
Dated this 18th day of March, A. d. 1898.
BY ORDER BOARD OF REGISTRATION.
q. l.. DELAvAN, Township Clerk.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Shake In Your Shoes

Aliens Foot Ease, powder for the
feet. 1t cures painful swollen, smart
ing feet and instantly takes the sting
out of corns and bunions. It's the great
est comfort discovery of the age. Aliens
Foot Ease makes tight-fitting or new
shoes feel easy. 1t is certain cure for
sweating, callous and hot, tired, aching
feet. Try it to-day. Sold by all druggists
and shoe stores. By mail for 25c in
stamps. Trial package FREE. Ad-
dress, Allen S. Olmsted, LIE Roy, n. Y.
900 Am
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Queen NictOria'a Voice.

Queen Victorias voice is exceedingly
winning when she chooses TO be gra-
cious, although it can be sharp and i'm
perious in reproof. 1t entirely lacks
that species of harsh cultural tone and
accent which is so remarkable in the
voice of the prince of Wales and of his
brothers and sisters.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
PINE RIVER

The Republicans of Pine River will
meet III caucus at the town hall, Forest
Hill on Saturday, March 26, at , 100 D.
III for the purpose of putting in nomina.
tlon a township ticket and the transact.
ION OF such other business as may come
before the caucus. By ORDER Con-.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
AN AAiBI OFFICE.
A Curious Institution Opened Up IN
Paris.

Curious Institution Opened Up IN
Paris.
| Novel ideas are being put into prao-
tice every day, and if rumor is to be be-
heved the latest thing In original con-
ceptions has assumed the form OF an
slibi office. What is an abb office ? the
bewildered reader may be inclined to
ask, says Paris correspondent of the
London Telegraph. Well. in this par
ticular case 1t is an establishment
which undertakes to post letters from
any and every corner of the world. It
10, In fact, a sort of philanthropic insti-
tuition, devised for the benefit of per
sons who, while remaining quietly at
home in a sort Of incognito condition,
can make believe that they are on a
long tour. Thus is human vanity salts
fed, and thus are the expenses of a
regular journey saved. A man takes
leave of his friends at the close of the
season, with the announcement that his
recreation will assume the form. for in
stance, of run through Spain and
Portugal; and at regular intervals fol-
low letters from Madrid, Seville, Lis
bon, Oporto, and so on, duly stamped
and postmarked. The alleged promot-
ers of the enterprise are represented as
arguing that after all this pleases some
people who do not care for the trouble
and fatigue OF travelling, but are eager
to enjoy the prestige with which
grand tour will, as they fancy, invest
them In the eyes of their friends. After
all this may be mere report, for the
office is described as being a very dis
Greet institution, having no outward
and visible sign of existence.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Republican Caucuses.

The Republicans of Arcadia will meet
IN caucus in the vacant building, Church
block, Alma, Friday, March %, at 2 100
p. IN. standard time, for the purpose of
putting in nomination a township tick
ct and the transaction of such other bus
mess as may come before the caucus.
By ORDER Com.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18

The loss of Chile, Japan, Russia and
India, from the ranks of the silver
standard nations, has been severe
blow to the free. coinagistS, and it now
appears quite probable that they will
meet with further rcverses Of this kind
before the campaign of 1900. Reports
from China indicate that the violent
fluctuations in the value of silver is
causing great dissatisfaction with the
silver dollar which, by the decree of
1890, was made current money, and
that there is disposition to follow in
the footsteps of Japan by the adoption
OF the gold standard as soon as practi-
cable. lie is also known that Mexican
hnanciers are in many cases expressing
desire for the adoption of the standard
in their own country.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Congressman Mesick recommended

Congressman Mesick recommended
Wednesday w. M. Graves, for post
master at Herrick, Isabella county, and
secured the following pensions Mrs
Louisa E Cooter, Sumner. Gratiot
county, IS a month, and 81 additional
for each of three minor children, dating
from July 6, 1897; Henry H. Gatae,
Stanton, IS month from August II
1890; Elizabeth Paddock, Bannister,
Gratiot county, $12, from October 5.
1897; Sevellon w Northrop Stanton.
S2i, from September /, 1897; A. II. Tuck,
Crystal Montcalm county, IS, from
March II, 1897; George b. Johnson,
Sears. TuScoh unity, IS, from Sep.
TENDER %, 1897; Dennis White, Mt
Pleasant. SIP, from May 26, 1897 Manuel
Bullan, Kalkaska. $40, from March H.
1897; Melvin Scott, Mancelona, Sl2:
John 4. Linton. Charlevoix, 81, from
October 20, S97; LIE Roy Parke, Edmore,
increase of $l2 a month; Matilda Ward,
Boyne City, IS, from January IS, 1867.
This last is peculiar case, as the widow
could not prove the death of her husband.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Great Oaks

from little acorns grow, so also do
fatal diseases spring from small begin
nings' Never neglect symptoms Of
kidney troubles; if allowed to develop
they cause much suffering and sorrow.
Or; J n. McLean's Liver and Kidney
Balm is certain cure for any disease
or weakness Of the kidneys. A trial
will convince you of its great potency.
Price SI.oo bottle. For sale by b. s.
WEBB.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
To CONSERVATIVES

As an honest remedy, Foley's Honey
and Tar does not hold out false hopes
in advanced stages, but truthfully claims
to give comfort and relief in the very
worst cases, and in the early stages to
effect a cure. BIvINS & RHODES.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Irish Guards.

1t is quite possible that her majesty's
Jubilee year will be still further marked
by the creation Of a regiment of Irish
guards, consisting Of two battalions.
one of them to be always on duty in
London, with Dublin for its headquar-
:ers
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Filthy AI0sl.ous

The natives Of Alaska seldom change
heir clothes unless worn out. They
ire considered the flthiest race Of be.
OgW on the earth
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18
Turkish Turbans,

A Turkish turiban of the largest size
contains 90 yards of the finest and
softest muslin.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-03-18

COUPONS given on cash sales only.
Ask pUR CCUFONS.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-03-30

- having been called for the clearing
z 10 military post site on Magnolia bun.
adys work viii begin as soon rs the con-
snet y awarded. The city has been TOT
m6py notified OF the acceptance OF the
-. conditional on the construction OF a
ts3nch main TO supply the post with
n1loF, and Will be required 70 take steps
& nee fulfilling Its part OF the agree
-
N highs eminence that frowns like
1rfsnk nent.nei over the entrance TO FL
- bay Wiz noon he disturbed by gangs
Z Abofsrs, and the rough landscape will
= long be softened BY the picturesque
k1asnes and orderly grounds OF a WELL
/ haaed and properly equipped reserya-
IA for United States soldiers. The OBJ
n - long worked for will then be az
1nu11ished, Seattle will have the mill
u post. Blue coats viii be no longer
aspage TO her streets. and in ease OF
~ her citizens can rest secure in the
nstectIen or government troops.
~ Post-1ntelligenccr prints this morn
y Tor the first time plan OF the post
= accepted and approved by the secrs-
tn Of war. The original plan, as pre-
possd in this city by Civil Engineer II.
i kteh.. differs in seyersl points from the
q accepted. chiefly In the laying out of
49, In the plan published the roads
b areral places have a heavy and al
~ impracticabie grade and 1t is very
r1tbae that changes will be niece ssitated
! conformity with the contour OF the
01nkry The location OF the hospital may
~ be changed IN accordance with
meeestioa Of Capt. w. w. Robinson, jr..
~ Il Is now too near the southern boun-
IN Of the post ard that saloons and
der buildings. the situation OF which
ouiaS not be controlled By the military
nthortties, might be erected IN dangerous
santty. The administration building,
vaieh Ia the present plan takes up a de-
p4sion ON the ground, may possibly be
~ on a ne.ghboring elevation. 1t will
y one OF the finest buildings on the
grounds, and the one where practically
~ business with the public would be
hsnsacted. The Importance of placing IL
y position OF emlnence. easy OF access.
HiL be readily appreciated.
10 compliance with a request from the
generals office. Capt Rob-
in<on submitted under date Of March Il
> report as 10 the cost and nature of the
work. preparatory to the actual beginning
u construction. as follows Fer clearing
ten acrea st $50 per acre. $500; grading
loe cubic yards, Toe per cubic yard, S.
~, conss sueting one bridge. known as
No 3 N.2eo, temporary wharf on the
6lmon bay shore for immediate use In
a4adiing barges loaded with lumber from
- Ballard mills. 500: c,sa3 ing !sfty acres
~ buildings. not including the hospital
am &loo. wharf AZ the north landing.
~; manual labor. team hire. etc, 500:
mi, tit?el
u hss report he recommends the con-
unetion Of a bridge across tile deep cut
WINE which separates the post from
u city and necesstates a detour In
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-03-30
FOUND DEAD IN bed.
Robert Conners, a Cook, Expires In
Lodging House.

Robert Corners. q cook. was found dead
In bed at the Northern Pacific lodging
house corner OF First avenue south and
King street. yesterday afternoon at
O'Clock. Il will require an autopsy to ce-
ternine the cause OF death.
Corners was a middie-aged man. He
was employed in "a restaurant on the water
front For five weeks he has occupied
room No Il at the Northern Pacific lodg
ing house. In the room are two beds. One
of them was occupied by man named
Barnes. who Is employed as a cook at the
Horseshoe restaurant. on First avenue
south between Washington and Main
streets.
Barnes arose yesterday morning about !
o clock and went 10 work. He IL not
positive. but thinks tina, Corners was stiil
In bed Meantime. after this c. III. Ware.
proprietor of the house. went 10 the room
10 see about making the beds. He looked
in and seeing Coaners in bed with his face
turned to the wall went away. thinking
that ne desired to sleep.
In the afternoon Mr. Ware went TO the
room again and spoke 10 Connsrs. but re-
ceIyed no answer. Then he walked over
20 the bed aad placed his hand On his
shoulder Corners was dead
Deputy Coroner Yandeil took charge Of
the remains. He was accompanied by De-
tecstve Meredith Deputy Sheriff Lane and
Detective Williams. There was rot u thing
In the room 10 indicate that death was
was not from natural Causes The body
was stiff, showing that death had taken
place several hours previous. The odor
dou the body gave rise TO the Impression
that 1t might be . case OF suicide by poison.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-03-30

The production Of Hoyt's latest comedy
triumph entitled. "A Stranger in New
York" at the Seattle theater for three
nights. starting next Sunday. VIII b~ an
event OF specia. Significance to local low
ers Of good, bright fun. as 1t will be the
only one OF Hoyts plays that will be
presented here th,s season under the sps-
eial direction OF Messrs. Hoyt and Nc
kee- TIE play has been the one con-
splcuoua success Of the season in the
musical comedy lire. and in the judgment
OF the New York critics IL is The best
thing Mr.. Hoyt, has ever turned out. The
fun ceaters around vfsi; TO New York
city OF gentleman from Chicago bear
ing letters Of introduction 10 a prominent
New York cub man. THE letter is lost
and "a stranger In New York finds IL
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that these primitive but thoroughly praer
ticai engineefs nave mapped OUT lesson
here which might well De studied To ad-
vantage" 1t win be observed that on
the accepted plan the main freight road
from the site Of buildings to the wharf on
Salmon bay Is run through the proposed
water supply as indicated by the show
ing OF water pipes and pumping station
1t has also the disadvantage OF liza per
cent. grade for a quarter of q mile.
As has already been stated, the gov
eminent originally stipulated for ten
inch water main but finally compromised
on a six-inch main when shown that AL
most insuperable obstacles would stand in
the city's way ia the laying OF the larger
main. 1t was made known TO the gov
eminent that the water 70 the post would
have head OF l5S feet, ana In view Of
this fact the six-ineh main was entirely
acceptable. The water tower shown In
the plans has an elevation Of $40 feet.
while the low-service reservoir has 100
feet. For all water used the government
has agreed TO pay the city cents per
1.o00 gallons or fraction thereof.
The number Of buildings to ts erected
will be probably confined to nineteen,
though Capt. Robinson's FIRST orders were
10 have plans prepared for tweniy-six.
The houses will be frame on brick feun-
siderable effort will be made 10 secure
architectural symmetry as well az utility.
Seattle people generally would have Tre-
ferred buildings Of brick with stone
foundation. The change in the mate
rial to be used VIII not lessen the amount
OF money to DO expended by the govern
ment ia the construction OF the post. The
reason given for the choice Of frame
rather than stone was that the former
was better adapted TO construction suita-
Bile to the climate.
The laying out OF the grounds and the
situation of the various buildings IL sub
ordinate In importance 10 the soldiers
who are to be quartered there. lnforms-
ton on this head Is a. yet very din.cuit
to secure, as no definite plans have been
agreed upon. There viii. probably be two
batteries OF heavy artillery.
In time OF war the force Of men to
each battery would be about one hundred
and fifty, while during peace this num-
Der would be reduce. ~ shct.. ststr. 1t
is the intention OF the secretary OF war,
as already expressed. TO make Magnolia
bluff ultimately the headquarters OF =
full regiment of artillery. The question
Of quarters Is not now as important as
the problem how to obtain guns Dur
ing times of excitement soldiers could be
sheltered in tents and room could be
found at Magnolia blun for q large force
of men. but without armament they
would be Of no more practical use than
toy soldiers Should trouble break out
with Spain 1t is not likely that force OF
any size would be stationed out here I'M
I'll a cessation Of hostilities. since there are
now but seven regiments Of artillery In
the United States army. and two OF these
are not yet recruited to full strength.
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grades and those which were adopted IN
former times by practical logging men
for the transportation to the bay and
Sound OF mammoth logs. 1t Is observable
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-03-30
THEY RIDICULE 1T.
Many People Ridicuie the Idea Of
IN Absolute Cure for Dyspepe
sia and Stomach Troubles.
Ride ule, However, II Not Argument
and Facts Are Stubborn Things.

Stomach troubles are so common and In
many cases SO Obstinate 10 cure that peo-
Die are apt to look with suspicion on any
remedy claiming to be a radical perma-
nent cure for dyspepsia and indigestion
Many such pride shsmselses Oh never be-
ing humbugged. especially on medicines.
This fear OF being humbuggsd may be
carried too far: 50 far. liz fact that many
persons suffer for years with weak dyes
ton. rather than risk a little tine and
money In faithfully testing the claims OF d
incarnation so reliable and universally
used as Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets
Nov Stuarf's Dyspepsia Tablets are
vastly different in one important respect
from ordinary proprietary medicines for
tbs. reason that they are not secret pat
eut medicine, no secret Is made of their
ingredients. bu. analysis shows them TO
contain the natural digestive ferments.
pure aseps,c pepsin. the digestive acids,
Golden Seal. hismuth. hydrastis and nux-
They are not cathaItic. neither do they
act powerfully on any organ. but they
cure indigestion on the coHimon~sense
p,an of digessing the food eaten promptly.
thoroughly before IL has time TO fermsnt.
sour and cause the mischief. This s the
only secret Of their success.
Cathariic pills never have and never caa
cure indigestion and stomach troubles be-
cause they act entirely upon the bowels,
whereas the whole trouble Is really Ia the
stomach.
siuafts Dyspepsia Tablets. taken after
meals, digest the food. That IS ali there
Is TO IL Food not diges;ed or aan digest
ed ia poison ~ IL creates gas. acidity,
headaches. paipitation OF the heart. loss
OF flesh and appetite. and many other
troubles which are often called by some
other name.
They are sod 10y druggists everywhere
at 81 cents per package. Address Stuart
Co. Marshall. Mica. for book on stomach
diseases or ask your druggist for II.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-03-30
WORKING WITH A WILL.
ne Regarding aud Ntdeatu~ Of
First Avenue Well stnrted-T0
De- Finished In Six Months

The regarding and widening OF First ave-
as from Pike street north Is being car
ned forward by the city stree. depart
ntni In spiri, that promise wei for an
AIRY completion. 4 gang OF about twenty
bet l. new working on First avenue be~
Even Wall and Vine streets. At tina;
hert is block bare - buildings and
. cutting hack 80 the proper street ltne
moving u buildings is not necessary
ksen serapcrs are on the ground and the
siaount or work accomplished since the
aast made few Gays aga is noteworthy.
tntil tbs deep cut-outs required tn sew
srsd Places along tire 1tGc are corre -
very lafEe force 81 gnen cannot be ham
saesf. but when that work l. undertaken
anoat lss .Aisarcrs Viii be employed The
saf necessary az Pine street % reach tas
Wtaesished graoe is i'lue o. trn fecs aud
y AaeS5er place galrfeeu feet VIII 10 ct.t
cus
Fortunately th.fe are 80 brick builf-
isxs that have been bait out 20 the old
me sad such houses as viii have 10 re
0essd back = elevated are ~ frame. The
city caes this 80 SIS own expense aud In
Eases wasrs a building cannot re moved.
As mus' BE lHrG down. or Ia iRresi Ia
sesas WAY. tha extent Of the damage ard
sas responsibility VIII he determined BY
me s@2ra 81 appraisers made up o: Dan
e jones. j " Nan Brsxkan aad / w
asagesea Thy aro now arrauging with
nereFts owners t0r the moving ~ the
Aaisdiass
ohsy The raSt SIDE 81 FIRST avenue has
Jet h@ea touched ara Z is understood
mat u VII Re Finished before work l.
sheestaksn aa the eest side Work Is
eTagreSias from Vsii street fczxasYf Pike
ne completion - the Improvement will
N about six months and the eost of
- work <sens ca tbs street. exclusive
" ne moving of bald ags VII lac ahaus
A IL Is inSsfsdesf 10 make FIRST avs
sus model Ana when finished one viii
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AVA ~: Ht.NTS.


Fast Lynne" was presented ~ the
Third Avenue ,heattr fer the FIRST time
last evening ana the popularity OF this
beautiful story Was shown 10y the audi
encc whlch gathered TO witness tie pro-
duct!on. /, heag the largest and most
enthusiastic for snT8e tifue.
The play WAS WEI staged and excellent
n east. Miss blanche Brown In the diff
cult rc'a Of lady Isabel DID some az the
most effective work seen here thls season
Her costumes too. We're worthy Of special
fneaton. Hiss Hattie Foley made an
ideal Corney. and 10 her clever portrayal
cf ths. part is due much 81 the humor of
the product.ou. Miss Helen Henry as
joyce WAS charming as ever, and made
tile uost az the part. Miss Josephine
Freel Was charming as Barbara Hare. w.
H. To0AeT WAS fully up - she require
ments Of The part. Mr.. I'D McManas made
the most CT Lord Mount Severn. William
Chapman. as Francis Seaison WIS au
ideal vilgaIn. William Hawiey as Richard
Hare was clever.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-03-30
Primrose and West Tomorrow.

Primrose and Vests big minstrel COM
pany Will strive 10 amuse the patrons Of
the Seattle fheater tomorrow matinee and
night. A few OF those who compose this
great organization are George Wilson.
the famous mono!oguist: r.. NJ Hall.
Americas greatest bsnjoist; Manuel Ro-
maine. vocalist: Waterbury Brothers and
Teany. Ben Mowatt trio. the marvellous
Seymours. Charles q. Weber. Fred Reyn-
DDS. Edward Hanson. John Peri. Harry
Ernest. II. {. Carnes and William Thomp-
sofE. NJ q. Lawrence. champion trick bi-
cyciist Of the world. VIII be in the street
parade. giving a grand free exhibition OF
trick riding along the route OF parade.
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4 Contract for the work Awarded
bs the Board OF Public Works

Yesterday the board Of public works
awarded the contract for repianking Yes
Ter way 10 the firm Of Roseleaf & Void
Three bids were submitted. as has already
been published. The improvement consists
Of tho rspiankiGg ~ Eesier way from oe-
cidental avenue 10 Fifth avenue with SIX
inch square vertical! grain tiuheTs. The
contractors have ninety days IA which TO
refn0lets the contract. The suecesSfui bid
der, Will receive s. $50 for the work.