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Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

IT is believed that good deal Of
the truth concerning the situation IN
the Philippines is being suppressed by
the government.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
Sold by Druggists, 15c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.

Postmaster-General Smith has is
sued an order requiring postmasters at
presidential postotiices to give their
personal attention to the business of
their offices and must not be absent
therefrom longer period than one or
two days without authority.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
DEER PARK HOTEL,
DEER PARK, MARYLAND.
MOST DELIGHTFUL SUMNER RESORT
OF THE ALLEG dENiES

Swept by mountain breezes, 2, 500 feet above
sea level. Absolutely free from malaria.
hay fever and mosquitoes. On Main Line OF
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. Hotel and Cot
tages. Every modern convenience. Rooms
en- suite with bath. Electric Lights, Eleva-
tor, Turkish Baths, two large Swimming
Pools, Golf Links, Tennis Courts, Bowling
Alleys, Magnificent Drives, Complete Livery
Service. Annapolis Naval Academy Band.
Delightful cottages Furnished for house,
keeping II desired) ready for occupancy Juue
LIST. Hotel open from June 2itn to Septem-
Der 30th.
For rates and information address ID. c.
Jones, Manager, b. & o. Building, Baltimore.
Nd. until June 10th. After that time, Deer
Park, Garrett County. Md.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
Summer Quarter a,
the University
Begins July ! and Continues IlYHr

Glasses will he formed q al0
opening ofthe Summer Qalrsr.
almost all stages Of al, SUI .ec.s-
elementary and advanced.
Teachers especially viii i.!
courses that will cxactymee,A-
wants. The Summer Quarertn-1
together the bugh,cs, anil US
energetic educators. The a,rs
phere is charged with in,e,,ca-I
enthusiasm. II IS an insp.u,gs-
a help that no ambitious ,s.,ss
can afford to miss.
Students who cannot rcma.l b,
full twelve weeks may stay oz
term six weeks or whatever Ps-
ton Of the quarter they leGr,
The Summer Quarter is sEi.
Summer school" Itisaniz,ss
raj part Of the University y,r
Summer Quarter work counts p
ward degree the same aSwrl-.
any other quarter al ilf-
ments will be in full opeuar-
In addition to the regular hcs.E
eminent specialists from o.ar-
situations will lecture
Tuition is free 20 IVES, Wigs.
ians. Expenses FOR The es-r.
twelve weeks, including haI
may be made less than g.
Students attending The SgH7s
Quarter may continue tier WI
by correspondence # they -,fT
Catalogue free, write 70
JEROME H. RAYMOND, P'eA.1-
Morgantown, " Va
ttfffaH
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

THE international peace conference
meets today at The Hague. We sug-
gest that delegates be sent from Bev-
erlv and Elkins.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

IT should be noted that the anti-ex-
pansion sentiment is not confined to
the Democratic party. Many promi-
nent Republican are the most pro-
nounced opponents Of the policy Of
imperialism.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

THE Filipino insurgents can't do
much with our soldiers, but the fevers
and other diseases Of the rainy season
in the tropics are now about to get In
their fine work.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

THE President is taking the hot
baths in Virginia. The indications
are that the Philippine question will
keep him in hot water for couple of
years.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

John Berry, the colored youth who
murdered Miss Amanda Clark and al
most killed her sister last March in
Prince George county, Nd, was tried
in Baltimore this week, found guilty
and sentenced to be hanged.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

WIRELESS telegraphy seems to be
an assured success, but nothing has
been said yet about reduction In
current rates.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18


In New York last Sunday DR.. Chas.
H. Briggs was ordained as priest in
the Protestant Episcopal Church, Bish-
op Potter performing the ceremony.
DR.. Briggs was a former Presbyterian
clergyman, but was expelled from the
ministry a few years ago for heresy
He criticised the Bible and taught
that it was filled with error-that it
was not necessary to believe that it
was all authentic. Since he was ex-
PEELED from the Presbyterian min istry
he has written book in which the
Bible is criticised as being far from
inspired in all its teachings.
We fail to see what good can be &C
comphshed in the Christian church by
a man like DR.. Briggs. He unsettles
faith, instead of strengthening it. If
he extends to his flock the privilege OF
disbeheving a part of the Scriptures,
he can not consistently find fault with
anyone who rejects some other portion
of the Bible. The Bible assumes to
be inspired of God. To question this
in any degree is to take away respect
and reverence for the holy word. a
minister who does this is not building
up the Christian religion.
We commend to DR.. Briggs and his
supporters the following little poem
nv Sir Walter Scott:
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

OFFICIAL announcement has been
made by President Mckinley that no
extra session of Congress will be called.
He doesn't want Congress on his
hands any more than necessary.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

THE Republican aspirant for Gov
ernor of West Virginia who seems to
be on top this week is General Geo.
W. Curtin, of Ohio county. Is Sena-
tor Elkins throwing out feelers
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

OUR government finds itself engaged
in queer transactions since it en-
barked in the expansion business. We
bought the Philippines, and now We
have to fight the natives to get possess
ion. We fought for Cuba, and it now
appears we will have to buy it also be-
fore we can get peaceable control,
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

While Oliver A. Johnson, Of Sea-
land, Del, was fishing for sturgeon IN
Delaware bay he felt mighty tug at
his line. He wrapped the line around
his arm and started to pull IN, but
was drawn from his boat by the mon
ster fish, and did not reappear.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

THERE are indications that the Fill
ipinos are succeeding in their attempt
to wear our soldiers out. The Ne
braska troops have asked to be re-
lieved from duty-those that are left.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

AGUINALDo, the Filipino chief, has
retired into inaccessible mountains,
where it will be impossible for the
Americans to follow. Aguinaldo will
take rest and let the climate do the
fghting.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

Mr.. BRYAN has returned to the
West, and in recent speech he in
formed his Nebraska friends that the
silver sentiment in the East is strong
er than ever. We think his magma
ton is becoming more vivid.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

ADMIRAL DEWEY is about ready to
start for the United States, and great
preparations are being made for his
reception. The amount of kissing in
store for him is acknowledgements
if he will want any substitutes?
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
Mattings,
Carpets,
Oxford Ties.

We desire TO call attention this
week to three articles Of Merchan-
disc TO be found in our store. The
first is our
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

To Cure Constipation Forever.
Take Cascarets Candy Cathartic 1Oc or &c.
II c. c. c. fail to cure, druggists refund money.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

The G. A. r. is raising the cry Of
treason against those persons who op-
pose the policy Of the administration
in regard to the Philippines. This
will never do. Free speech is an
American right that cannot be taken
away. The people will not be muzzled.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

You know what that tired feeling is and
you may know what will cure it by giving
Hoods >arsaparilla a fair trial.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

a fire at Liberty, Nd, last Satur-
day destroyed several dwellings and
a store, causing loss Of $4,000.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
Mattingsl

We have the largest line ever
shown in Shcpherdstown, in many
designs and at prices from the
lowest to the very best grades. We
invite an inspection Of these goods.
Ask especially to see them.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
I Head of Fine Mules
Two Stee, ThimbIe- Skein
Log and Lumber Wagons

Log ana LUMBER wagons
extra heavy; pair Wood Carriers; 4sets Of
BreeChbauds, nearly new; sets OF Front
Gears, nearly new: 9 horse and mule Collars,
nearly new: ghOrse and mule Brides, nearly
new: sets heavy Flynets, nearly new 2
new Wagon saddles 3 sets Breast Chains. :
Butt Chains, : pair Spreaders, Single Trees,
Jockey sticks, u Log Chaiua Wheelbar-
rows, / Grindstone, / Frame Weather Board
ed Stable, 20 X 20 feet, with Corrugated Iron
Roof. which can be easily taken down and
removed.
TERMS OF SALE.-On all sums OF $40 and
under the cash will be required above SlV a
credit OF nine months will be given, by pur-
chaser giving negotiable note with approved
endOrser payable at the First National Bank
OF Jefferson, with interest from day Of sale.
No property to be removed until terms are
complied with. sale to commence At ~
O'Clock a. IN.
HAGERSTOWN SPOKE & BENDING CO.,
CHAS. w. SEBOLD, President.
Hehebower Il West, Auctioneers.
80 May Is, lo9g-tS.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
WHO IS
TO
BLAnE.

promptly cures. At druggists in fifty
cent and one dollar sizes. You may
have sample bottle by mail free. also
pamphlet telling all about it. Address,
DR.. Kilmer & Co., BinghamtoD, n. Y.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
House and Lot For Sale.

For Sale-House and Lot Of Mrs. Eliz-
abeth Porter. on River Hill, on northeast
edge of Shepherdstown. For terms APP
ply TO Forrest w. Brown, Attorney,
Charlestown, Jefferson county, w. Va
June 30, l69S-tf.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

No-To-Bac for Fifty Cents.
Guaranteed tobacco habit cure makes weak
men strong, blood pure. SOC, 81 All druggists
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

Women as well as men are
made miserable by kidney
and bladder trouble. DR..
Kilmer's Swamp-Root, the
great Kidney Remedy
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
Carpets.

We sell these by sample, which
We have found by experience 10
be satisfactory in every respect.
We handle Brussels. Ingram, I'm
ion, Rag and Hemp Carpets. Rag
and Hemp sold from the pieces.
Prices less than you will have to
pay at most stores.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

Hood, Pin, cure liver ils, the nonlrri.atlng and
only eath9rtIe @ axe With Hoods saIssparllla:
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

May II. lS99-3t
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
This Week

will quote YOU some prices that
will astonish you. II you want TO
see what cash will do come IN TO
see us:
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

the government.
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18
New lCeCream parlor>

IIIIEITIIIUr,IIuIlriuuuru
Shepherdstown register. [volume] (Shepherdstown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1849-1955, 1899-05-18

current rates.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18
QUICKEST TIME EVER MADE.

Commencing January 18th the Great
Rock Islands Colorado Flyer" leaving
Lincoln at $40 daily, will make connec.
tions at Colorado Springs with new fast
trains to Salt Lake City and Portland.
Oregon. arriving at Northwest Pacific
Coast points thirteen Q3 hours quicker
and earlier than ever before. Only 70
hours to Portland, Oregon from Lincoln
now, Think of it'll
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

The Burlington excursions leave Lin
coin at 6:lO p. m. every Thursday
reaching San Francisco Sunday and
Los Angeles Monday. Porter with each
car. Excursion manager with each party.
For folder giving full information call at
b L. M depot or City ticket Office. corner
10th and o streets.
G. w. BONNELL.
@. p. & Il. A
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18
SWIFTEST RACING EAST AND
WEST

II you would travel rapidly, and with
comfort and ease. please note that the
North Western line and it's conn ections
provide the fastest service to eastern
cities, and many hours the fastest to
western points named below: To Buff
falo 33 hours, New York 40, Boston AZ,
Ogden 81, Salt Lake 33, San francisco
62, Portland CO. Why not save your
self weary hours Of travelling by getting
tickets via the North Western?
AS. FIELDING, G. T. A,
III South 10th street.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

Diseases Of the Stomach and Digestive
System.
Diseases Of the Eye, Ear, Nose. Throat.
and Lungs.
Diseases peculiar to women.
Best Of advantages for the treatment
Of all forms of chronic diseases. Incur
able and offensive patients not received.
This institution alec has recently op.
ened city branch Office and treatment
rooms in the Halter block, southeast
corner 18th and p streets, Lincoln.
A fac new electric light bath cabinet
in city Office rooms.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

THE institution is situated on an ele.
waited site, overlooking the city Of
Lincoln, which lies three miles to
the northwest, and with which it
is connected by an electric street rail.
way.
One OF the most healthy locations be.
tween the Mississippi River aud the
Rocky Mountains.
A well.regulated institution for the
treatment Of all chronic diseases.
Water of unusual purity.
Baths OF every description, including
he Electric-light bath.
For circulars giving rates and furth
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

HEART DISEASE
And nervous ailments are as durable as
other diseases. treat nothing else.
j. .Leo1lIl arclt, Md.
OFFICE l427 o ST.. LINCOLN, NEBR.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

SCRIBNER'S MAGA-
ZINE FOR 1899.
Governor Roosevelt's 1.-THE ROUGH
RIDERS" illustrated serial, and all his
other war writings.
ROBERR LOUIS STEVENSON'S
LETTERS ,never before pubIished), edited
by Sidney Colvin.
RICHARD HARDING DAVIS. Stories
and special articles.
RUDYARD KIPLING - HENRY
VAN DYKE - WILLIAM ALLEN
WHITE and many others: Short stories.
GEOREE w. CABLES NEW SERIAL
story Of New Orleans, "The Entomologist"
illustrated by Herter
SENATOR HoAR'S "reminiscences
illustrated.
MRS. JOHN DREW'S Stage Reminis-
eences illustrated.
JOEL CHANDLER HARRIS new COL
lection Of stories, 1.-THE Chronicles Of Aunt
Minervy Ann"
Qs SHORT SERIAL, "A Ship of
Stars"
ROBERT GRANTS Search Light Let
tiers Common Sense Essays.
SIDNEY LANIER'S Mgsieal impress
sions.
c. d. GIBSON'S The Seven Ages Of
American Women and other notable Art
Features by others artists.
The foil, illustrated prospectus, including
descriptions Of the above, sent free to any
address.
The Magazine is $500 a year; Csc.
number. Charles Scribner's Sons, I53-I57
Fifth avenue, New York.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

GEOREE w. CABLES NEW SERIAL
story Of New Orleans, "The Entomologist'
Illustrated by Herter.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18
SCRIBNER'S MAGA-
ZINE FOR 1899.

Governor Roosevelt's 1.-THE ROUGH
RIDERS" illustrated serial, and all his
other war writings.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

RICHARD HARDING DAVIS: Stories
and special articles.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

c. d. GIBSON'S The Seven Ages Of
American Women and other notable Ar.
Features by others artists.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

ROBERR LOUIS STEVENSON'S
LETTERS never before published), edited
by Sidney Colvin.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

JOEL CHANDLER HARRIS new col
lection Of stories, 1.-THE Chronicles Of Aunt
Minervy Ann"
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18
SENATOR HOAR'S "reminiscences
illustrated.

MRS. JOHN DREW'S Stage Reminis.
cences Illustrated.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

QS SHORT SERIAL, "A Ship Of
Stars"
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

SIDNEY LANIER'S Mgsical Impress
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

Scientifically classified dietary.
laboratory Of hygiene for bacteriologi.
cal and microscopical investigation.
Stomach fluids analysed for dyspep-
tics.
Aseptic operating rooms and surgical
wards.
Four physicians, well.trained, with
large experience in eanitarium medical
work.
Trained nurses OF both sexes.
Skillful attention given to the treat.
ment OF
her information, address,
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18
TIE Nebraska Sanitaruim.

College View, Neb following
suffering public seeking HEALTH
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

RUDYARD KIPLING - HENRY
VAN DYKE - WILLIAM ALLEN
WHITE and many others; Short stories.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

ROBERT GRANTS Search. Light Let
ters-Common Sense Essays.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1899-02-18

The foil, illustrated prospectus, including
descriptions Of the above, sent free to any
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02
THE OLD MANS WONDERFUL
CURE.

A good story is being circulated
among the medical men of Cleveland,
story which was started by the
victim himself. He is physician of
some considerable reDute, and some
time ago was called to attend gen.
tleman Of advanced years, who was
suffering from a slight complication
of disorders. The doctor went to
work with a will, and presently had
the patient on the road to recovery.
In fact, two weeks from the time he
took the case he had him cured.
AS he left the house, after annouIc-
ing that further visits would be unnec-
essary,, the daughter OF the restored
man accompanied him to the door.
Doctor" she said in somewhat
tremulous tones, Il want to tell you
The doctor, who supposed she was
anxious to express her gratitude for
his skillful attention, waved her aside.
Don't mention it, madam" he affa-
bly, said; eve always try to do our
duty"
But, DOCTOR" she persisted, cit is
something that will interest you.
feel that"
Say no more. madam cried the
doctor, much moved by the woman's
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02
SOME TENNESSEE RIFLEMEN.

A yarn is told in Manila, and it con-
Germs the prison and two Tennessee
volunteers. A Filipino convict had
climbed the prison wall and was run
ming for dear life through the open.
Two long-legged Tennesseeans were
on guard duty. They kneeled to fire.
Il don't guess it's more than three
hundred yards" said one, quietly.
81 reckon it's most five hundred"
said the other, as if he were discussing
the weather.
The prisoner was running like deer
and rapidly approaching the under
growth around innumerable little huts,
where he would be safe.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02

DIFFERENT NOW.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02

call it four hundred suggested the
first Tennesseean. in a conciliatory
tone. =
They adjusted their sights, aimt
and fired. The escaping convict fen;
and the two Tennesseeans went out
to bring in what was left of him.
"If he's hit in the head, it's my
shot," said one.
II aimed low, acco'din' to amy reg
ulations," drawled the other.
The convict was found with one bull
let through the back of his head and
another through the lower end of his
spine. They know how TO shoot In
the mountains Of nnessee-Harper' s
Weekly.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02
FACILITATING.

Jimmy: rs your aunt on your
mothers or fathers side?"
Tommy: Sometimes on one side
and sometimes on the other 1t de-
ponds upon who is getting the best
of it.''-Boston Globe
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02
agitation.

at is something I must tell you,
DOCTOR" she continued. please lis
ten"
The doctor halted with his hand on
the knob.
Yesterday" said the woman, II was
downtown and met Mrs. Pugsley, the
Christian scientist, and she told me she
had been giving my father absent
treatments for two weeks. Isn't it just
too wonderful"
Good morning." said the doctor,
dryly.-Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02
THE MAJORS MISFORTUNE.

as de major got his pension yit?"
ooh, yes!"
Used him up purity bad, didn't dey?"
"Wuss you ever see! Los one arm
whilst he wuz a-tryin ter surrender er
broke two legs a-runnin! Con
stitution.
Wheeling Sunday register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1882-1934, 1899-04-02

Alas, they now threaten the hot cross bun
Dyspepsia dear Old friend)-
Yea, a strike against it they've just begun.
Let's hope that 1t Don VIII end.
For that good old bun that Is called hot cross,
Is second 10 none as bun-don's boss.
So let us hope that true British son
(Or daughter) will ird at the hot cross bun!
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1899-05-17
Fun on ths.Firing Line.

Among the best letters written ~ The
Kansas soldiers at Stonila are those cos-
tributed to the Minneapolis Messenger
by Sergeant King. He writes:
During the first engagement while
the company was firing at will in the
woods ahead, forlorn water buffalo,
the national beast of burden, mean
dered into the rice field directly in front
of the line. The writer Immediately
directed his fire toward the buffalo
with no apparent result. Afterward,
during the lull in the firing, we shame
fully confessed TO having wasted our
strength in this ignoble manner, and
were surprised to learn that every man
had done likewise. At all events the
beast made good its escape, for it pa
tiently plOdded ahead until the timber
swallowed it up.
During the charge at Caloocan, a
frenzied pig of diminutive size dashed
from beneath a bamboo hut and, ap-
parently, judging that all the commo-
ton was for his benefit, thought best
to retire. AS the pig dashed past the
writer, we gently assisted with shove
from the butt Of our gun and thought
no more of it, for some time. After
ward, upon glaneing to the rear, We
saw four or five soldiers in hot pursuit
of the same poor little swine. 1t is
laughable, even in time Of peace, to
watch another man chase hog, but
when men forsake their places, forget
the roar of conflict, the hum of bullets,
the shouts of victors and the walls of
the wounded, to grapple with an eight
pound shoat, the scene becomes ludi-
crous in the extreme. We took the
trouble to learn that the pig got away.