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Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
Mauaascg n Husband.

1t Is ridiculously funny to hear two
or three married women discuss the mo-
mentous question of how to manage
husband, asserts writer in the Phila.
delphia North American. Yesterday
dropped in ct = tride's cute little home
to sip cupof tea. The poor little crea-
ture bad evidently had a slight differ
encc with hubby" before he left in
the morning, for she seemed wee bit
unhappy. 1t was not long before a
young matron entered and made third
to the party. This particular matron
has great reputation for managing
her spouse and was just the person "the
bridey' needed. She commenced at
once, and this was the conversation:
"My dear, is your husband ever
cross?'
"What funny question! He is new
er anything olse."
How in the world do you manage
him?'
~ don't try. just let him alone"
"But how do you make ups"
ave don't. He is always as cross as
two sticks at breakfast. They say most
men are. He gets off lot of sarcastic
things about women attending to their
households, clubwomen. and so forth,
and then he goes away mad"
"Oh, dear me, you poor thing! And
yet Tom told me this morning you were
so congenial and so we'll suited to each
other.
$50 we are. When Harold comes
home in tho evening, be hands me
little package and says be hopes it will
please mo. l tell him he is too good
and that wish all women bad as good
a husband as mine Then l see what be
is giving me. Sometimes it's lovely
belt or a new chatelaine or a fancy
scarf or something of that sort, and l
give him a kiss and ask him to forgive
me for being cross in the morning"
The little hostess looked dazed and
went on slipping her Russian tea in pro-
found silence. Finally she broke ont:
"And yet you deliberately told me
you did not manage him?"
Pertinent query, What has MIR. Tom
in store for him in future?
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
A Lesson In Business.

Bumper failed once and lost his last
dollar. He studied the thing over from
every view and concluded that his fatal
a general favorite in the country town
where he met with disaster, he held
nothing out against his creditors, and
his reward came in the shape Of the
postmastership. The income depended
very largely on the number and value
of stamps sold. Bumper determined
that he would not fail again, at least
from the same cause.
In the local paper there appeared
big display advertisement notifying the
public that Bumper had the largest,
brightest, newest and best selected
stock Of postage stamps in the county.
He would sell them at the lowest figure,
warrant them to be all that was repre-
sented, would sell them in quantities to
suit the purchasers, guaranteed that
they would carry letter as far and as
safely as any other stamps in tho world,
defied competition and wound up by
saying that he had the backing of the
government. AS long as it was good he
was good
at beat the band,' tells an old citi-
zen. "We laughed at him and knew
that be was the first postmaster that
ever adopted such tactics, but he was a
winner. 1t tickled the people almost to
DEATH and there is no better way of
getting their favor. They sent from 100
miles in every direction to buy stamps
of him. Not man came to town to do
business or make visit that did not
have commission to buy postage
stamps of Bumper. He made nice
thing, is now in private business again
and thinks an advertisement about as
good as ready money. detroit Free
Press
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
A Neat Idea.

The innkeepers in the countries Oh
the Rhine follow practice which is
worth limiting to persons Of the same
profession in this country. They give
their guests carte, or piece of paper
measuring about 10 inches long and 4
inches broad and which folds together
like a small map. This carte, when
folded, exhibits on the outside view
of the. hotel. also it's name, and the
name of the keeper; on expanding it
we find that the other parts consist of
lists of the principal curiosities or pub
lie buildings which are worth visiting
in tho town and its enviSons, and along
the whole inside we find map OF the
chief routes from the place. Thus the
German hotel keepers carte lisa card OF
his house and local guide, all in one
bit of paper. the expense of which can
not 10 much greater than that Of COM
mon bill of fare.-New York Ledger.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
RoAsted Els Store Tea.

The country storekeeper was engaged
In lively argument with Colonel Bill
Cottonhead as to the probable effect Of
the Bradley Hunter split upon the fu.
ture Of the Republican party in Ken
tucky. when old Tom Moseley. one-of
the oldest mountaineers in Letcher
county, rode mp and dismounted.
"Hev you uns airy bit Of store tear"
be queried, as he rifled his yarn sock
for an annoying cocklebur.
"Why, yes, Moseley, plenty of it,"
replied Brown. "Would you like to have
some today?"
"Well, guess not terday, Frank.
Jess never he'd seen eny, an thought eff
you uns he'd eny, I'd laik tub look at
HIT
Brown considerably took the old man
back into the rear room, where freshly
opened caddy Of Young Hyson was
standing alongside the counter. Run
ming his fingers down into the depths
Of the lead colored mass, he drew out q
handful, which he held up to the old
mans gaze.
The old fellows eyes sparkled, and a
strange quivering was noticeable about
his lips.
"Waal. I swow. An tibet air store
tea, air hit?"
"It certainly is" Brown asserted.
"Better put up pound for your"
"Whut mout hit be wuth?"
"It's worth Is cents a pound, Nose
ley, but as you are an old friend and
have never tried any of it you may
have it for 80 cents. -
"Yuh kin put me up er poun."
Five days later the old man dropped
into the store for tobacco supply, and
Brown, after lengthy conversation
touching Oh mountain topics in general,
queried:
"How did you like your tea, Nose
ley?"
Ear tub middlin, Frank; fab tub
middlin; mouter bin bettah, but guess
laikly thuh ole woman used leetle tew
much grease in roastin hit. Louis
Vile Post
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
SuIting Both Parties.

Poor Wife Ito husband, whose loud
snoring keeps her awake)-Charlie,
Charlie, do stop snoring. Turn over on
your side. (Nudges him).
Husband, only half awake, grunts,
turns on his side and continues to snore.
Wife has happy idea. Remembers
a line from an article called "How to
Prevent Snoring. Gives her husband
second nudge, which elicits another
grunt. "Oh, Charlie, if you'd keep
your mouth shut, you'd be all right. y
Charlie (semiconscious)-So would
you. London Answers.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
Abyss;nian Legal pOmp.

The lord chief justice Of Abyssinia
was a CHEEKY old gentleman, dressed in
O huge black hat. green silk handker.
chief tied round his head underneath
the hat, black silk cloak embroidered
with gold, smart purple silk shirt UNI
derneath and combinations Of the fairest
linen. This representative Of the law
was also armed with long sword in
red scabbard, and his squires running
alongside carried his rifle and gold
mounted shield. Altogether he was n
most imposing figure. James Ga
zette.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
OtaYting . Big Machine.

you ever see q careful engineer
big pumping engine? He goes
IL in q very deliberate manner in.
Chief Engineer Michael Hodge,
has charge Of the three gigantic
ling engines At the Allegheny wa
brks ct Monroe station, gave an II.
hted lecture on the subject the 9TH
~ ~ to visitor who happened into
liant Turning a little wheel he
W at takes about 10 minutes to
3t one Of these pumps. ! am turning
III little steam to sort Of warm up her
ket before she gets down to hard
X A machine is like man in a
|S distance race-she has to get linn
"a up before she is capable Of her
~ best wsrk. The work this engine
1 when she gets down to business is
3take 800 gallons of water out Of the
'1Ser every revolution Of her driving
ijl1Ioel and start it on its way to Ale
yjSny. She runs at the rate Of 10 revo.
|Gtions per minute, and you can easily
ethat she has no snap but earns every
&c Of her wages"
Diving down into the basement Mr..
dge turned valve wheel part Of
- way round, and then went up stairs
3 turned on a little steam at the main
I've. Then the ponderous driving
heel, which weighs a tribe over 2S
MS, began to revolve slowly. Down
ITO the basement he went again to open
lie intake valve = trif1e more and then
rs to the main steam valve to give her
"a little more steam. With running
bout. turning a little wheel here and
hero, several assistants also helping
nth the work, it was fully 10 minutes
kom the time the first steam had been
armed OH until the big machine was
(nnning at regulation speed and doing
\ regulation amount of work.-Pitts-
SnrS Dispatch.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
A Blissful Superstition.

"Mistuh pinkley," said Miss Miami
Brown" does you know what bird of
paradise is?''
"Well," was the reply. 'of co'se l
doesn't know fob sure But when gifts
ter do mex worl wouldn' he bit sur
prize to discuyuh dat it was spring
chicken. Washington star.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
Don't Tobacco Spit and Smoke Your
Life Away.

If YOU want to quit tobacco using easily and
forever. he made well, strong, magnetic, tull
of new life and vigor. take No-To-Bac, the
wondcr-worker that makes weak men strong
Muny unin ten pounds in ten days. Over AGO.
900 cured. Buy No-To-Bac from your own
druggist. who will guarantee Il cure. Booklet
and sample mailed free. Address sterling
Remedy co.. Chicago or New York.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18

All the suitors for girls hand III
B,rneo are expected to he generous i'll
their presents to her. These presents are
never returned. Therefore the willy
young lady defers as long as possible
positive selection of the happy man.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
Not All Ailnless.

"Society women do lead such aimless
lives"
"Aimlcss? Do they? Well, / know Il
society woman who can throw teacup
or u rolling pin just as accurately as
man. "-Clevoland Plain Dealer
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
PerOleXCd.

81 cawn't understand this blarstea
country" said the English tourist
"Chap said to me, Golf makes me
tired 'Ah,' said l, you play too
much. you're crazy said he i don t
play at all Now, how could no be
tjred?'- Philadelphia Record
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18

Twenty years ago Germany was with
out colonial possessions, hut now that
empire has dependencies with an area
of about 1000, 900 square miles in ex-
tent, with "a population Of 5000, 600.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18

"Yoh kahn t git sumpin for muffin"
said Uncle Eben. "Snme men is willin
an anxious to glib away dab opinions.
But de goods mos allus amt reliable. "
Washington Star.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
The Better Word.

Bond-Don't you realize that mar.
riage broadons man?
Benedict-.Oh, yes. l suppose it can
be put that way, but "flattens" is the
word I've always used. London Tit
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18

Erzemo in any mart of the body is instantly
relieved and permanently cured ly Doan's
Ointment. the sovereign remedy for all itchi-
ness of the skin. ~,
cure that cough with Shiloh'S Cure, The
best Cough Cure. Relieves Group promptly.
one million bottles sold last year. 40 doses
for o5As. Sold by kendrick Co.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
Patriotic Pa.

Tommy-My pas awfully patriotic.
Harlie--. You don't say
Tommy Why, yes. He even plays
cards with red, white and blue buttons
New York World
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-18
1t Depends.

Teacher - At what age does man
usually get bald?
Bright l'upil-What kind Of a man
married Or single?-Chicago News.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-10-23
Drapery Specials for this Week.

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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29
Senator ElI<ins' Proposed Solution of
the Financial Problem.

Our distinguished Senator, always
practical has introduced a bill which
in the opinion of many will go far to-
wards solving the vexed financial
question He has prepared the meas
ure in the belief that something may
be done in the direction of the double
standard. If rejected, the result will
show that the silverites will be salts
fed only with the adoption OF their
extreme views, 10 to or nothing.
The bill contains four propositions,
summarized as follows:
First. to permit national banks to
be started in towns of 1000 popula-
ton or less, on a paid up capital stock
Of SIS, 600; second, to permit national
banks to issue their own notes, each
to the full amount Of the bonds held;
third, to reduce the tax on bank cir
culation, to one fourth of per cent;
fourth, tc prohibit the issue of green.
backs or silver certificates in any de-
nomination of less than S.. He
is debating in his own mind whether
or not he should include in the pro.
hibition national bank notes nj de
nominations Of less than $40.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29
BE SQUARE.

The Fairmont West Virginian IN
Inmates or rather charges in a recent
issue that Hon. A. 6. Dayton did not
vote for George Harmon in 1890. We
have been at some pains to lnvesti-
gate the matter and are prepared to
substantiate the fact that Mr.. Dayton
not only voted for Mr.. Harmon but
made an active canvass in his behalf.
Furthermore, the counties which sup
ported Mr. Dayton in the convention,
almost without exception, gave Mr..
Harmon a largely increased vote and
he was only defeated by slump in
the other counties, as can be proven
not only by the returns but by Mr.,
Harmon himself.
We have no desire to engage in any
controversy with the West Virginian
or anyone else who considers the
nomination of Mr.. Dayton undesira-
Bile, but we do intend, so far as in us
lies, to see that each and all candidates
receive fair and honest treatment.
We also think the West Virginian and
other papers who copied the West
Virginian's article should, in all
fairness, at least, correct the wrong
impression that may have been created
by the publication referred to. II
may not be amiss to state that while
we will not for the present, advocate
the claims of any particular individu-
al, we shall defend each and all candi-
dates from assaults no matter whence
they come. Let the campaign be
free and fair-open and above board
and let the best man win and then
let ms all turn in and elect him.
such a course must make a Republi-
can victory certain, while ante-con-
vention charges may return to plague
us. 1t should be the highest amDi-
ton Of every Republican to hold the
Second District firmly in the Repub,
lican fold. Fair dealing and honest
effort will certainly do so.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29
=, ~.,, the best family cathartic
IT'S SAD.

Mr.. Arthur McEwen, one of the
editors of the New York Journal, in
an open letter on the editorial page of
the Journal, writes: AS a Bryan
Democrat, have to confess that l
grow weary of Mr.. Bryan" That ex-
presses the honest conviction of nine
tenths of the Bryan Democrats. No
one could imagine for moment that
Bryan Populists could grow weary OF
Bryan, as he is chiefly CAB, but they
have that same tired feeling; and the
Bryan Republican is about all that is
left. He stands solitary and alone
like Patience sitting on a monument
looking at grief.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

We regret Republicans getting in
Office as much as any one could and
whilst we have always been on friend
~ terms with George NJ. Bowers, we
have not burst our collar buttons, or
Wristbands in booming him for the
Fish Commissionership, but we do
like to see even a Republican treated
honestly and decently. For people to
roll little, petty, family matters, such
as might come to anyone, under their
their tongues as a sweet morsel, max
iugpublic scandals of them for the sole
purpose of injury and to satisfy their
animas, is extremely reprehensible,
yea, mean and contemptible.-States-
man.
And then to add to the despicable-
ness Of the act, in vain attempt to
further injure Mr.. Bowers, copies OF
the publication were sent to President
Mckinley, Senator Frye, Senator Quay,
Senator Chandler, the Committee on
Fish and Fisheries, and to the office
OF the Fish Commissioner. 1t is un.
necessary to add that the only effect
was to emphasize the certainty of Mr.
Bowers appointment.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29
SCHOOL MATTERS.

The meeting of the Board of Educa-
ton Monday evening was one Of the
most interesting that has occurred
for some time. There was naught to
mar the pleasure of the occasion
Reports of Prof. Cole and the several
principals were most encouraging
The schools in all grades are moving
along smoothly. Attendance is good
and attention to study more marked
than ever before.
With the opening Of the second
half of the year, vocal music will be
introduced, Prof. Luscomb being
expected to arrive by TIE first of the
month. BotaEy will be taken up by
the higher classes in the High School
and other features will be added as
required.
1t being the intention Of the Board
to make the schools of Martinsburg
second to none in the country the
question Of more room was considered
and several propositions discussed. 1t
was suggested that as the High School
building is sadly defective in many
particulars, it might be good idea to
erect a new and modern building and
use the present building for ward
school. Then came up the question
OF location. 1t was thought by some
that the Third ward lot would be
suitable, but it was pointed out that
the location is quite secluded and
that building such as is contem-
plated should be placed where it
might be seen by all. The Chambers
heirs lots, corner of North Queen and
Race streets, were advocated as most
desirable place, being high ground
and almost the exact geographical
center OF the city. Then came the
question of funds. 1t was the unan1-
nous opinion that the proper thing
to do is to submit the question of
loan to a vote and thus secure suf-
fcient money to put all the school
property of the city in first class con-
dition and at the same time relieve
the present generation of the burden
of taxation which would fall upon us
if the attempt be made to accomplish
all that is absolutely necessary by
direct levy. 1t is estimated that
$50, 600 would provide buildings that
would accommodate the schools for
years to come and that the saving in
repairs would pay the interest, leav-
ing the levy little if any higher than
it now is.
Before taking any action the Board
would be pleased to have an expires
sion of opinion from the people gen
orally, and i'll order to get a full ex-
preston, it was suggested that good
idea would be to call a public meeting
at the courthouse, for full discussion
and action by the people. In the
meantime the subject can be consid
cred in all its bearings and persons
can form conclusions after due con-
sideration.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29
FARMING IMPLEME NTS, ETC.

Lowdown Deerng binder in good repair Deerng mower,
evenoot good hay loader does the work of
four and is of the greatest aboravng machines
put the hay field land roller Bckord Hoffman
grain drill hoserake good condition, farm wagons
Auburn with bed and heavy Wnebrenners
make of shelving that can't be broken down.
cider MILL cutter and bells, noop buggy, buggy poe No
Oliver chilled plow 3horse root pow p Mast riding cuva
used wheelbarrow wheat FAM of
breechband two sets Yankee harness. pair check lines
collars brde three pow gears 6horse wag
line riding bride and saddle adys saddle clover
cradle rakes hoes moving scthe half bushe measure
peck seeyards two Cooley and
Reed preaders butt traces breast chains mattocs picks
log chains shoves forks, broad blasting
double and treble Marker rifle lot clover hay
rain it, all baed 500 bundles fodder lot white corn
blacksmith TOOLS hand digging bars
lot of barrels old iron and lot of things
uB~Everythng advertised be will reserve
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

AS is usual on such occasions, there
were charges of bribery in connection
with the recent Senatorial contest in
MARYLAND. Mr.. Funkhouser, one of
the Democratic members from Wash.
iugton county said he was offered $500
and pass over the B. & o. 1t is very
evident someone had an idea he was
a cheap commodity and it is evil
dent no one made a mistake.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

The Baltimore Sun is justly proud
There is no reason why it should not
be. 1t has stood as a mighty bull
wark in favor of good government in
Maryland and has won the fight.
The election of Louis L. McComas to
the position so long occupied by Mr.
German was contamination devoutly
to be wished. We heartily congratu
late all our friends across the river
and especially the Sun.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

That editorial in Thursday S World,
booming Senator Faulkner for the
House, was the funniest thing we
have seen for coon's age. Who in
the World cculd.a writ it? The Sena.
tor should get shot-g gun and patrol
King street. There is danger of the
thing collapsing.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

Judge Louis T.. McComas has the
distinguished honor Of succeeding
Arthur Pue German in the Senate Of
the United States.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

President and Mrs. Dole, of Hawaii,
are in Washington. They were re-
ceived by President Mckinley with
marked courtesies. In the meantime,
Queen Lii is out in the cold. Such is
life. ITO the victors belong the
spoils."
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

Some weeks since the Popocrats
reioiced greatly over the report that
Hon. Tom Watson had become dis
gusted with and retired from politics.
Now they will be sad as he has an
nounced himself as candidate for
Governor OF Georgia. Tom is fight
er and will raise a dust among the
Crackers.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

The Herald is again compelled to
defend Senator Faulkner from attacks
of his fellow Democrats. Were his
assailants as true to their party as he,
the trouble, trials and tribulations OF
the party would not be so great.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

1t seems to us that the Fairmont
West Virginian meant to say ''renom-
ination" instead Of reelection, in
its last issue Are we not right,
Messrs Powell?
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29
TERMS OF SALE!

w ANTED-TRUSrwO AND ACT
~ i've gentlem N or ladies' 10 travel for re.
spnnslble. established house in West Virgin
Ia. monthly Sb5 % and expenses. Position
steady. Reference. Enclose seIt.addressed
stamped envelope. The Dominion Company.
Dept X. .Chiepgo.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

Maryland, our Maryland, will soon
be represented by two Republican
Senators.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-01-29

The battle ship Maine is safely
anchored IN the harbor at Havana and
Americans breathe freer. There is
no likelihood Of war resulting.