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Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
THE AMERICAN STATURE.
The Loss of an Inch In Height Might
Bring Serious Consequences.

The Loss of an Inch In Height Might
Bring Serious Consequences.
In paper read by Major Henry S.
Kilbourne, surgeon United States army,
before the Association of Military Sur.
geons OF the United States he advocated
tho theory that the physical power of
race or people-and consequently their
capacity for works. measured by their
average stature For every inch of
height between five and six feet the eX-
IRENE breathing capacity is increased
eight cubic inches, the vital capacity
being at its maximum at 35 years. A
table of measurements of 100, G2l native
white Americans, accepted for the mill
tary service of the United States, shows
that the number of men below G3 inches
in height is but little greater than that
of the class above 70 inches. The most
numerous class is included between 81
and 50 inches, and this standard class
would have greater chest girth than
the average. The mean height Of 1876
United States naval cadets above the
age of 23 years was 67.S0 inches. AS
these men are drawn from all parts and
classes of the United States they repre-
sent very nearly the typical physical
development of the American people of
25 years of age.
Major kilbourne concludes that the
commingling strains of Celtic, Danish,
Norwegian and German blood among
our people have thus far worked no de-
terioration of physical quality. "Not so
with the swarthy, low proved and
stunted people now swarming to our
shores Absorbed into the body of the
people, these multitudes must irretriev-
ably evolve an inferiority Of type. To
realize the result of such contingency
let it be considered that tho loss of an
inch in stature might bring in it's train
the loss of national ascendency. Let us
take care, then, that the state shall
suffer no injury. '-Boston Transcri ut
Wilkes Buttons.
Wilkes had the courage which does
not always accompany a sarcastic
tongue, for he fought two duels and
was nearly killed in one of them, and
when challenged on a third occasion he
behaved himself, on the authority of
Croker, who was certainly no admirer of
his, "like a man of temper and honor.
His most serious encounter was with
Mr. Martini and Wilkes was only saved
by two buttons diverting the bullet.
One of his admirers procured these pre-
cious relics and put them in case with
tho following inscription, "These two
simple yet Invaluable buttons, under
Providence, preserved the life of my be-
loved and honest friend John Wilkes in
a duel fought with Mr.. Martin on the
10th of November, 1868, when true
courage and humanity distinguished
him in a manner scarcely known in for
mer ages.
His invincible bravery, as we'll in the
field as in the glorious assertion of the |
liberty of the subject, will deliver him
down an unparalleled example of pub
lie virtue to all future generations. +"
Wilkes would probably have said to
this, as the Duke of Wellington to the |
obsequious gentleman who escorted him
across Piccadilly, Don't be a id
fool, iir P'-Cornhill Magazine.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
3 10 ) Per Cent.
FER MONTH,

Earned for clients. Money is not in
vested in the stock market or iii so-callcd
hul in good, solid collateral,
wLcrr 10 loss can ne possible.
You ca invest so to $1,000, or any
amount between: can withdraw it at any
time; and can have PRINCIPAL and inter-
eSt guaranteed.
Have never lost Il dollar FOR n custo-
mnr. Years OF experience with satisfied
customers throughout all New England
Write for circulars. The best of refer
encps. A. j. IITCliFIElD.
GO State St, Boston Mass.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

While the expense of an extra ses-
sion of the State Legislature will be sew
thousand dollars, yet We think few tax
payers will object to the cost if Cover
nor Grout should deem it best to take
such action, in oldcr that the loyal lads
of the state may be assured of just what
Vermont proposes to do by her volun-
teerS. BY all means let US have special
session if it is necessary, regardless of
cost.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

No more appropriate place for the
rendezvous of our National Guard could
be selected than Fort Ethan Allen near
the shores of our own historic Lake
Champlain.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
1t Killed Him.

II should fancy the laundry cuisines,
was about as easy as any to start"
"What makes you think sop
"All you have to do is to lay in .
supply of starch"
Eyes"
well, that'll starch you all right. "
Three days after there was q burial
London Tit Bits.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

1t is to be hoped that our city tax
payers will give the matter OF purchas-
Ing the wafer works careful conSidcra-
ton during the present week. Delays
are always dangerous, and now is the
time for action. Procrastination is the
robbcr of time" then let Us be up and ut
our duty before the company invests
thousands more. Either have tie
system purchased by condemnation pro-
ceedinyS, or keep our hands off of it.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

Tmid people who fear the Spanish
across the Canadian line, will make Il
raid into cur State need have no
fears. Green Mountain farmers are
made of the stuff that is needed when
such towards as the the Spaniarsd sneak
in at our back door.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
AN ODE OF HORACE.

Horace, Book I, Last Ode, "Pcrsicos odi. ~
To feast in high state
Like Persian, hate.
Wreaths of linden ! care not TO braid.
Then cease, boy, to loui,
Through each leafy nook
For the summers last rose ere it fade.
The myrtle alone
Has charm all its own.
! forbid thee aught else to entwine
It is fairest for thee,
1t is sweetest for me,
While quaf meath the close arching vine.
j r. in Spectator.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

TO a stranger the process Of voting !,
salary to such an important officer as
the city clerk must look rcdcolous. We
should not forget this defect in our
charter at the next session of the lpgis-
lature. Fix the salarya at IL decent figure
AID one thing more will have fadcI out
fof the warnings for special city meet
inys.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

No Spaniard need have amy fears that
he will be injured in any way if lie
sees fit to remain in this city. We are
peaceful community and have no de-
sire to injure those from other lands
who may dwell among us.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

"aliaco-Tho very idea ct socialism
is ridiculous.
Ferry-Do you really think SO?
"aliace-Cf course do. Just fancy
your clothes not belonging to yourself,
put to the common stock That SORT If
thing is all right with umbrellas and
cigars but 1T ought to go no further, -
Cincinnati Enquirer
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
Better Than n Steam Heated Flat.

Bezuchet is inspecting a lodging that
suits him, but seems Il little cold.
"Oh, you'll never be cold here in the
wintor"' says the concierge. "There's
stove i'll tho basement and fur deal
er's shop Oh the first floor. "-(iaulois,
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

Our sailor boys who are assisting in
the capture of Spanish war vessels off
Key West. will find their bank account
much increased when the ''crucl war is
over
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

st. Louis and Louisville still occupy
familiar places in the standing Of the
base ball teams. Even the excitement
OF war does not disturb their positions.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

"Joe" Letter would show little more
patriotism if he delayed for a time his
battle with '.Chicago bears" and devoted
some attention to Spanish bull fighters
who are to invade Cuba.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
Every Polar Invested in this Com.
pany will Return 10 for

ms company enters into no chimerica .chem.,
out ~ once stllNrs al the foundation of succe.s by
CONVEY e IN 'he hest and cheapest manner articles
H''sl VI u'nat', without which there can h- no aur
cess IL" e"'d and no returns Tor your pey
Hhhres can he p ocured either by mail ar At III.
company office, No '64t fremont ST. rooms 6
and I. '''' 'N''''
correspondence, personal interviews and full,.t
investigation Invited ~ '
Make en- cks, money and express orders n,,a
'e ~ GEORGE L. LYrIGOE,
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
TERMS:

Win the battles with the bullets end
before the battles with ballcts open in
the fall? Not unless Spain gives us Il
chance at her ships.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

American summer resorts ought to do
a rushing business this year, for Euro
pean trips will be rather risky if taken
in American ships.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

omnlbuses We're originally started in
faTls IN 1862. They died out, however,
ana were not revived till 1927. Two
don. ''0'i
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

Asiatic cholera was first supposed to
have originated from the consumption of
unsound rice and was called "the rice
disease. :"
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
lie Should Have Brought Them.

a doctor tells good story in connec-
ton with lad who, until recently.
was III his employ. 1t was part of his
duties to answer the surgery bell and
to usher the prospective patients into
the consulting room. One morning
there presented himself at the surgery
entrance Il mechanic with whom But.
tons was Oh speaking terms.
Hello, Jackson!" he remarked.
What's the matter with ye?"
ION, l just want to see the doctor, "
replied the visitor.
"Have yer brought yer symptoms
with yer!' inquired P1ttons "That' $
the fust thing he'll ask yer about. If va
amt brought EN-, ye'd better pop back
an get 'em. He won't be down for -
quarter of an hour, an he's awful per.
tlklcr about emf
And would you believe it?" adds
the doctor, THAT fellow was actually
about to act on the boys advice when
entered~ the surgery !'-pearson s
Weekly.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27

The citizens of Berlin have snm.
mary method of stopping the dangerous
practice of carrying sticks and umbrel.
Las horizontally. AS soon as man
tucks his mbrella under his arm he
Will promptly feel quick blow On i.
from behind. There is no use in his oct.
ting angry with the person who strikes
inc blow, because public opinion sane.
tions his conduct.
Barre evening enterprise. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-1898, 1898-04-27
BOSTON
and YUKON
Transportation and Supply 0.
Capital 100000; Shares Sl.OO.
Each Fully Paid and NOn.ASSeSSaIle.

There is strong appeal to the Commercial in
stlhct in the opportunity which the rush to The
Alaska Gold Fields gives to legitimate trade The
men VINO undertake to supply the new mining pop.
uation of Alaska with what they need to eat drink
and wear and with the implements of their work
are those into whose hands the greater part OF the
will come.
lhio company is formed for the pur-
pose OF trading III al nlnds of supplies
ana viii send II ship of 500-ton burthen
from Boston in November, stocked with
the necessary provisions, clothing and
implements requisite for the miners and
public use, sailing 10y the way of Capo
Horn. arriving at the Gold Fields at the
opening Of ae season.
IN regard to passenger service, We
can accommodate but limited number
(say lifiN). TO those investing in the
stock OF the company the following in
durcnrn> are offered
'a7shs" from l'"~ion to the centre of the gold re-.
01o's including on" Years supply Of TODD clothing
"eulc'he' camp and mining OUTFIT complete
NF1CO
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-15

Me-. Robert c.. S,u1ers, son OF Mr..
Edmund Sanders oi Great Cypress
township. Earnwe!l county, was killed
by lightning one day last week lu
company with his father and Mr.. II.
S. Myrick he had gone into Sal;ke
tatchie for days fishing. They had
stopped in al open place to eat din
ner when the fatal bolt fell causing
his instant death. and the day that
had opened so brightly ended III sad
ness and tears. He was about ~
years Of age, young man Of bright
character and hne promise.
The next competitive examination
for Peabody scholarship, Nashville.
Tenn, will be held Oh Jaly 81 and
p, 1898, in the otfice of State Super
intendent of Education. There are
two vacancies to he filled.
The war is costing this country
about one million dollars a day now,
but we have the satisfaction OF know
ing that it is costing the ct!er fellows
something too, about twenty eight
million a month. and he cant stand
the pull as we'll as our Uncle Samuel
can.
During the summer of 1891, Mr..
Chas. p. Johnson, we'll known
attorney of Louisville, Ky, had a
very severe attack Of summer COM
plant. Quite a number Of different
remedies were tried, but failed to
afford any relief A friend who knew
what was needed procured him a
bottle of Chamberlain S Collie, Cholera
and D;arrhoea Remedy, which quick
ly cured him and he thinks, saved
his life. He says that there has not
been a DAY since that time that lie
has net had this remedy in his house
hold. He speaks Of it in the high
est praise and takes much pleasure
in recommending it when ever an
opportunity is offered. For sale by
J. E. Kaufman.
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COLUMBIA, kEWBiRRY AND
In Effect October 17th, 1897

In Effect October 17th, 1897.
No. 50 No. 2
II 90 q m " Columbia .lv 5 90 pm
II 10 a m ar. .Leaphart ar 5 21 pm
II II a m ar. .Irmo ..ar 5 33 pm
II % 10 ar. Ballentine ar IS pm
II % a m ar.White Rock.ar 5 81 pm
II 35 a m ar. .Chapin. ..ar 6 - pm
II As a m ar L. Mountain ar 6 80 pm
II 40 a m ar. .Slighs. ar 6 40 pm
II So m ar. Prosperity. ar 90 pm
u 10 p m ar. Newberry ar rs pm
II % y m ar. .Jalapa ar s 90 pm
II 27 p m ar. Gary. ..ar s 10 pm
II 81 p m ar. Kinard. ..ar s 20 pm
IL 80 p m ar. .Goldville. ar s 80 pm
II so p m ar. Clinton ar S 80 pm
l 10 . m ar. Laurens. al 10 90 pm
RETURNING SCHEDULE.
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AUGUSTA DIVISION.
(W est-Dailv.)
THROUGH TRAIN SERVICE.

Pullman Palace Sleeping cars between
Charleston and st. Lons. via Atlanta Chat
t.nooea, Nashville and Evansville. without
change.
Augusta Division. Through Sleepers be-
tween Charleston and Atlanta, leaving
Charleston at 5 80 p. m., arriving in At
lanta at ) a N
Columbia Division Through Coaches
between Charleston and Asheville, both dl-
rectionS.
Shortest route 70 Asheville and Hot
Springs, n. c., and all resorts OF Upper
North end South Caroilta
Through tickets can be purchased, Sleep
ing car reservations secured, baggage
checked to destina ion and ell other lnfor-
nation obtained by apping to VIM: n.
Evans, C. T. A.. Charleston Hotel, or e. W.
Devices, Ticket Agent. Line Street Station.
l.. A EMERSON,
Traffic Manager.
JH. SANDS, General Manager.
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L LEXINGTON COUNTY fair ASSOCIATION.


Section shall be known The Lexington County Far ASoc
ton develop and promote the entire material ana
Section The officers President three Vice Presidents
bee qualified
Section g. There thirteen members
shall
Committee shall the general
bowers and duties its in shall
Tney shall each meeting OF the ASSOCIATION maze
"here r'ed 10
section The annual place lexington
efourthW October
Section s. President President selected by the
he
when
The Secretary the proceedings the Ao
with thereof
the Association the dies tor the
medals be struck and Shall deliver
and duties exhibitions meetings.
Associations be discharged and
the Executive Committee lhe salary the secretary
liars per
all funds OF Assocluon
and disbursements detailed statement
Committee each meeting He shall
dollars
forthe
Honorary The privileges the Association
dollars which, paid will enht him
Application
Executive Committee elect members
distinction conferred them by vote the
the Association Provided
months
of quorum have to eSpe any member 49, . - 49,, .
this Constitution
cation having
regular meeting
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books regular meeting
The the Association
2 Fair Grounds Building shall have charge the grounds
changes 20 Executive
make Committee
The charge the the
o ecomor tsandan seuentso ALL our
lexington the
Mord.y October preceding Fair.
day Of Fair Week such call determine
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-15

"P. Q. III. "A. r. H.
Trains Q and 10 carry c;-raEt Pu'l'nan
elecpiuy cars between Columbia and ASheTl!!e.
erroute daily between Jacksonville and Cncin
nati. ,;.,o,
northbound. 6:37 q. m. SIS; y. m. G:lS p m,
jVes,tJu!e lin,itsdl: sourih"unG 30; !. IN.
ais D. m, II 81 q. m. (IeStihI!e i;'inlted.l
Trains leave GrcenviI!a. A. and Z. division,
ror,hbound, $40 a. m. , u II III. and 80 p m,
(Vestibuled Limited -patEi""rrL: :2' a. m.
t:sO D. m, Il 81 p. III (Ee-t:bi.ie! l.Hiitsd)
Pullman Service.
Pullman palace S!c"ptn2 cars on ! raiHs - ma
RI e md oS on A. and G.. division.
VIII GREEN. j Ctj-o
Gsr Sureriuten6ent, Traffic Jf'g'r,
W..h;nrton. D. G. Washington, D. G.
q A TI-RK. s. f. HAEDWiCK,
Eer pass, Att. Asst Pass. Ag't.
Washington, D. G. Au tIas VA
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-15

" Columbia 90 pm 200 nj 4 oOp IN
ar Charleston IS O. p Ii tllCOan y % p III
Daily. Except Sunday.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-15


l Best bushel white wheat ................. 30 20
2 Best bushel red wheat NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. SO 25
3 Best bushel bread corn white, with II ears. so %
Best bushel stock white, with II ears. 50 70
Best bushe! stock corn yellow, with ~ ears. 81 70
Best bushel barley. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. oO 70
Best busbel red oats ts...................... 3o 70
Best bushel white oats. ................. 5O 70
Best bushel yellow oats. Observation-Disclosures. So IS
10 Best busbel black oats. ........... so rs
II Best bushel rye......................... SO rs
- Best bushel pindars. so %
13 Best bushel black pease. Observation-Disclosures. so 25
II Best bushel clay pease. .................. 5o 70
Is Best bushel white pease ............... 80 rs
lG Best bushel red pease ................. SO 70
II Best bushel speckled pease..... so 25
Is Best bushel yam potatoes ..............., 80 70
10 Best bushel yellow pumkin yam potatoes. 80 %
20 Best bushel sweet potatoes any other variety so %
81 Best buhel Irish potatoes so 25F
% Best buhel ruta baga turnips so 25
% Best bushel largest turnips other variety so 25
"a Best buhel mangel wurze or other beet... so rs
25 Best bale peavine hay, in bales not less than
100 pounds. ds............................ IS 5O
26 Best bale clover hay, in bales not less than
100 pounds. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 70 30
81 Best bale crab other native grass hay, in
bales not less than 100 pounds IS so
2S Best bale Bermuda grass hay in bales not less
than 100 pounds .................... IS SO
20 Best bale German millet hay in bales not less
than 100 pounds nds....................... IS SO
80 Best II stalks sorgum with seed with gallon
syrup of same OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. 50 70
81 Best II stalks sugar with gallon syrup
of NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. .............. so 25
80 Best bushel water flowed gold seed rice, with
sheaf of same. me.......................... SO 25
80 Best bushel water flowed white seed rice with
sheaf of NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. 50 25
81 Best bushel upland seed rice, with sheaf of
Same. oo 20
35 Best specimen of leaf tobacco not less than
pounds Observation-Disclosures. Is so
36 Best 6arges pumpkins. .................. so 25
81 Best bale upland cotton, gnned ordinary
gin, not under strict niddlng Is 80
3S Best bale island cotton. IS SO
80 Best bale wool, not less than 100 pounds. Is SO
40 Best marketable moss than 200 pounds so 25
Al Best fleece from Angora goat ............ So 25
42 For the largest and heaviest II heads of
cabbages. ......... ................. so IS
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SLEEFING Cal: SERVICE.
Excellent daily passenger service between
Florida AID New York.
Nos. .. and d:H-Washinctnr a't. Southwestern
Limited. Solid Ses'ibu'ed train with dining
cars and first class r0a''l"I ,:"!.n OF Charlotte
Pullman crawinSsoo:n 'rrrIrGclTS hetween
Tampa. .lack>"nrilie, Sa,aInih. Washington
end New; York.
Pullman Sleeping Cars between Charlotte
ard Richmond.
Pullman d~iwiHg-rnO,n Sleeping cars be-
tween Greensboro and Norfolk. Close cornec-
ton at Norfolk for OLD POINT COMFORT,
arriving there in time for breakfast.
Nos. 81 and ST.. ). faSt Mail Through
Pullman drawing room buffet s,ecpiEg cars be-
tween jacksonville ant New York and Pull
man sleeping cars between Augusta and Char
lotte. Pullman sleeping cars between Jack
sonville and Columbia, el route caly between
jacksonville and Cincinnati. via Asteville.
Third V.P: & Gen. Mgr. 7. ~, Warrington
W. A. TURK. S H. HARDWlCK,
&. P. "a. Washington. 4. q. +. A., Atlanta.
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-15

Train No. 50 connects at Laurens
for Greenville, Spartanburg and Au-
gusta.
Train No. So connects at Columbia
for Charleston and all points East.
Train No. 2 carries through sleeper
to Atlanta daily except Sunday.
Berth fare 81 00.
Train No. carries through sleeper
from Atlanta daily except Sunday.
For tickets and any other informa-
ton, call on
B. F. P. LEAPHART,
City Ticket Agent,
Columbia, S. G.
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zouseho1d Depa, nAent.
z. J. RAWL, Superintendent.

Articles this Department to be prepared by the Exbibi
tors, who must be residents of the State.
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BYLAWS.

Article the Association of the
cutiveC Comm shall be as follows:
Roll Call
of mint approval
omm from the President
President
Executive Committee Secretary
and Treasurer
Reports sronan Standing Special Committees
Unfinished bus
Miscellaneous business
Association by otherwise
Committee present. 10
by the
At the first meeting OF the Executive Committee after the snn meet
Of Executive Committee shall elect General
shall prescribed fixed by the
Committee
the Association shall close the 3ls December
shall take the
FIVE members OF the Executive Committee wlto
shall follows"
l..
Far Grounds and Buildings
Premium List
l..
Comnite shall be appointed by the President.
Committees Defined
Committee shall be with the Assos
Executive all shall be expended
divided
They shall audit and the Secretary and "rerS
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-15
PREMIUM LIST.
Eie1d Crop Department.
J. WALTER DREHER, Superintendent.
SAMPLE OF FIELD CROP.

The following is limited to South Carolina production, and
all articles grown by the exhibitor and shown in the
quantity named below such the Superintendent
The Lexington dispatch. [volume] (Lexington, South Carolina) 1870-1917, 1898-06-15
THE CHARLESTON LINE

SOUTH CAROLINA AND GA, r. R. Co.
Schedule corrected to December 10, 1897.
(Ea,tern Tiue.)