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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Not HIph In ArIthmetiC.

Theodore f. Seward, the big hearted
man who is going around the coun,
try organizing Don't Worry Clubs"
tells good story Of a little boy wha
had reached the multiplication table
in the course of his education. One
night he was sitting anXiously Ovet
n paper Of figures, when his mother
came along and said:
Johnnie, do you find your arith
mctic very hard?' ..
"Yes, indeed, mamma, do" was.
his reply. 1T was so awful hard that
I prayed to God to help me, but He's
made three mistakes already"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
STOPPING TIE RUN.
Ingenious Way of Saving tho Credit Of
Spanish Banks.


A man who recently left Lisbon tells
an interesting story Of the manner In
which the Bank of Spain checked the
run upon that institution several weeks
ago. The circulating medium Of Spain
consists of the notes of that bank and
the silver which is held to redeem them
to rs per cent, believe, OF their par
value AS the public were losing con-
fdence In the financial stability of the
government, crowds Of people took
their paper notes to the bank for re-
demption. Under ordinary circum.
stances, they will exchange silver for a
paper note without any delay, but when
the run commenced the managers
found it necessary to adopt some meas
ures to restore confidence and to save
the specie In their own vaults. 1t would
not do, of course, for them to show the
white feather or refuse to redeem their
own notes, so they adopted an ingeni-
Gus plan which ultimately tired out the
people and stopped the demand for
coin. Thousands Of people surrounded
the bank-many of them were in bad
temper-and stood in lines several
blocks long awaiting their turn at the
cashiers counter. When one of them
finally reached him and laid down the
note he wished to exchange for silver
coin, he was held for five or ten min
uteS and subjected to a crOsS-eXamina-
tion such as might have been given
him by a census enumerator. In the
meantime, a clerk wrote his answers
down upon a blank form-his age, oc-
cupation, residence, birthplace, the
names of his parents, etc. Then he
was required to sign formal applica-
tion for the exchange Of twenty pesetns,
for example, in paper, for their equiva-
lent in silver. Then he was sent away
and told to return in three days.
On the third day the man would re-
turn and, after standing in line again
all day and all night, perhaps, would
reach the cashiers counter He would
be required to bring somebody to iden-
tify him and to certify that he was the
person described In the paper present
ed. This took a couple of days more,
perhaps, and finally he was given a
certificate or draft upon another cash
Ter, who, he was told, would pay him
the money. This made 1t necessary for
him to stand in another line for a day
or two, and when he finally reached
the proper place he would be required
TO sign receipt and make an oath OF
allegiance to the government and an
Endorsement Of the financial soundness
of the bank. Thus by this circum.
locution arrangement man had to
waste seven or eight days to get pa.
per dollar changed into silver, and the
transaction was so tedious and compli.
Gated that each consumed fifteen or
twenty minutes. AS there was only
one cashier not more than forty or fifty
persons at the utmost could be served
in a day, and the clamor finally sub.
sided from exhaustion.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

The German Emperor, who Is Honor
airy Colonel Of the First Royal Dra-
goons sent costly wreath to the regi-
ment in memory of the Battle of Wa
terloo. The wreath consisted of laurel
leaves, blossoms and berries, with a
scarlet goldfringed ribbon-the colors
of the regiment-and is to adorn the
top Of the regiments standard. One
end Of the ribbon bore the Emperor's
monogram surmounted by the imperial
crown in gold, the other the words,
Waterloo, June 18, 1916"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
An Assistance,

Pm afraid" said the Spanish officer
as he saw shell after shell fall short
and drop in the ocean, that we haven't
accomplished anything by all this
shooting"
"Oh, yes, we have" replied his su.
perior encouragingly. Every little
helps. We have made the ship lighter
so that we can rua faster"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Killed the Chief Priest.

1t used to be the custom when the
chief priest Of one of the Congo tribes
showed symptoms Of illness to kill him
forthwith, either by strangulation or
by the aid of a club, the natives believ-
ing that if he were allowed to die by
disease all the rest Of the world would
perish
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Patents

Caoegts and Re Issues secured; 1rade Marks
and Copyrights registered; Opinions given as
TO validity and infringement Of patents; As-
signaaents Contracts, etc, prepared and recor-
ded, and all business in the Patent Office in
the UNITED STATES and all FOREIGN
COUNTRIES promptly and carefully pros
ecuted. Upon receipt of model or sketch or
photograph of invention with description, |
will advise as to patentability free of charye
Main offices directly across from tile u S
Patent Office, and attention is specially called
to my perfect and long established facilities
for the most vigorous and successful prose
cution of applications for patent and for
tending to all business entrusted to my care
in the shortest possible time. Rejected caseS
specially. fees MODERATE and exclu-
sive attention given to patent business. Book
of information and advice, and special refer
ences, sent without charge upon request.
j. R. LITTELL,
attorney and CounselOr in Patent Causes,
Washington, d. c.,
Opposite U. s. Patent Office
|4eE.Ean this Paperl
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
WALKING TOILETTE OF
FRENCH.BLUE CLOTH.

A natty jacket and skirt are combined
to form this jaunty toilette. The coat is
close.titting at the back but the fronts are
loose aud closed in fly fashion; above the
closing they are reversed in small lapols. At
the lower edge tho jacket may be finished
plainly or III scClloped outline. The sleeves
arc in twoseam style and are finished at tho
wrists with rows of Notwithstanding which
also outlines all the free edges of the jacket
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Devious Definitions.

devious lennltlonS.
Phiz-The face that grows on gin
drinker.
Triplets-Lttlc blessings that bui
few people appreciate.
Water-A notwithstanding beverage
that makes barrels tight.
Obligation-A gun that makes q
loud report when It 10 discharged.
Fashionable one thing woman
can follow without remaining behind.
Rent-Somcthing that the landlord
can raise easier than the tenant can.
Death-Oftcn happy relief from
the troubles man stirs up for him.
self Oh earth.
FOolish-Thc woman who puts a
special delivery stamp on letter and
gives 1t to her husband to mail.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Guessing NJ It.

"And so Ollie Proudtit Is engaged
to that Miss Newrich? thought he
used to say he would never marry
any girl who didn't have a family
tree to point to-"
Yes, he did say so, but the fact
that she is peach may cover the
ground, iu his estimation"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Pace of CnmeIn.

Seven miles an hour is the camels
best pace nor can 1t maintain this rate
over two hours. It's usual speed Is
about FIVE miles an hour--a slow,
lounging pace, beyend which it is dan
gerous, with nine camels out Of ten, to
urge them, or else, as Asiatics say, they
''break their hearts," and literally die
On the spot.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Auntie's Wiso Opinion.

But speaking Of people who are not
as intelligent as the law allows, l heard
an old colored woman use an express
sion the ether day that was new to me.
and so pat that it would be interesting
to know it's origin. She had a young
girl with her, and some especially stu
pid remark Of the girls had annoyed
her. She looked at her in disgust.
. well" said she, you certainly
ought to be tapped for the simples."
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

"They have very effective way OF
putting the brakes on inebriates up in
Manitoba" said Mr.. o. A. Bemis Of
Minnesota at the Ebbitt.
when a man has been convicted
twice or thrice for drunkenness in the
local police courts, he is sentenced to
wear a brass collar, which is a plain
tip to on-keepers that he is a per-
son to whom it is forbidden to sell
any intoxicating beverages. No man
with this badge Of disgrace can get a
drink anywhere, for the law Is strict
ly respected. The result is that in
many cases an entire cure is effected
in the individual. Whenever the au-
thorities think that the collar penalty
has been endured long enough the col
lar comes off and the citizen Is at ltb-
erty to get q drink"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
A PRETTY FROCK.

Blue poplinette combined with all-over lace
for the yoke was chosen for developing this
dainty mode, which is reproduced from a
design seen in a recent issue Of The Det'nedtor.
The waist, which ia shaped to accommodate
. yoke that is in fanciful outline at the
front but plain at the back, is made plain
st the top, but has fulness At the wsist-line
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
To Purify Air.

An Australian has designed a recep-
tacle for deodorizing and aromatizing
the air of rooms, the vessel having
large bulb at the lower end and an
elongated neck with a cap at the end
to close the openings. The disinfectant
used is composed of ammonia, acetic
ether and oil of lavender or other per-
fume
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Angels Played Bagpipes.

IN Gothic sculpture and tracery
angels are sometimes portrayed prac-
Using on the bagpipes. The pipes we're
occasionally used in churches before
the introduction Of the organ, early In
the fifteenth century,
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
W Imaginative Luxury.

"Do you mean to say that manager
has engaged you for next season at
five hundred dollars week" said
one actor.
That's what he promises"
"But, my dear fellow, that is
fabulous salaryw ~ t.
mo, ! wouldn't call 1t fabulous.
But I'm afraid It'll turn out to be
mythical"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
A NATIVE FILTER.

pondcrous porous stone, followed out
to the shape Of wash basin. BY
slatworl Of uprights 1t is supported d.
rectly over stone receptacle on the
ground. A gallon or two Of water is
poured into the upper, and falls drop
by drop into the lower. The water Is
made clear as crystal, and, while the
method Is slow, 1t is sure. An inspec-
ton of the moss-covered lower half OF
the upper stone detracts a little from
the esteem which the water wins at a
first glance
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
TnNtea of Cats.

Cats have curious and varying tastes
In a family of five kittens one may
be ravenous for beetroot, another for
cucumber, another for tomatoes, one
will touch nothing but fish, and anoth-
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
No | 5

WTANTED-SEVERAL TRUSTWOR
w tn y persons in this state to manag
our business in their own and nearby coun-
ties. 1t is mainly Office work conducted at
home. Salary straight 5000 year and
expenses-defnite bonafide, no moreno lesa
salary. Monthly $75. References. Enclose
self addressed stamped envelope, Herbert e
Hess, Pres't, Dept M, Chicago.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Porto RiCan Filters.

Water is filtered in Porto Rico in
manner which affords an opening for
American enterprise. In the courtyard
Of nearly every house stands one or
two of the native filters. They are made
In two main parts. The upper Is q
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

To be classed as millionaire in the
United States a man must be worth at,
least $1,O0O,0O0; in England he must
have Ave times as much, or $5,0O0,O0O;
in Germany, 100000 marks, or $780,
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

waist. The two-seam sleeve is completed by
cuff of satin. The skirt is characterized
by panel iront.gore and has two circular
side back portions heightened by circular
lower portions that may be joined on plainly
or in fancful outline The decoration cor.
responds with that on the waist Nuns.
vailing, and Liberty satin were selected for
the toilette with lace applique and ruches Of
mousseline for decoration. The designs were
both seen in recent Issue Of The Delineator
Specially prepared for u BY The BuaertGk
Publishing Co. (Ltmied)
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
GInss In Manila.

The best houses in the city Of Manila
are Of stono and are handsome resi-
dences. Glass Is not used for the win-
dows, which are glazed with translu-
cent oyster shells.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Western Maryland Railroad.

rss
~ "t';i,.-.'xezs .tsss,----1721fs .tf9s,-7s .siiaN3Ms
SeAs'o'e S j" effect June 3d. '''''
TRAINS GOING WEST
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
Haira SnIit.

The thickness Of hair varies from
the two-hundred-a -fftieth to the six
hundredth part of an inch.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27
CIasa in HIaniln.

The best houses in the city Of Manila
are Of stone and are handsome resi-
dences. Glass is not used for the win
dows, which are glazed with translu-
eent oyster shells.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

Leave Rocky Ridge for Emmltshurg at
S26 and 10 40 m, and 81 and 3G p III.
Leave Edgemont for Waynesboro and
Chambersburg at 0j and II 45 a m, and
for ShppcnsbUrg at 35 p m,
Leave Hagerstown for Cherry Run and
points on Potomac Valley Railroad at S O5
a IN and 70 20 and s 05 p m.
Leave Brucevlllc for Frederick at 80, 8 81
and 10 40 a m and 80 and 6 25 p III, and for
Li.tlestown, Tancytown, Wrightsville and
Columbia at AZ m and 5 45 pm.
Daily-all other daily except Sunday.
tStops to land Passengers from Baltimore.
J NJ. Hoop. 3 II. GRIsWoLD.
Genl, Manager. Genl, Passenger, Agen
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

The skirt is new design that is in sheath
effect at the top and heightened by circular
lower part or hounce. The closing is made
at the left side of tho front, or if desired it
may be made at the back in fall STYLE Rows
Of machine stitching give neat tailor finish.
The material selected for making it is
middle-weight cloth in a new shade known
as French blue. Both these designs were
seen in The Delineator Of recent date. The
hat is trimmed with ribbon and flowers.
Specially prepared for US by The Butter'ek
Publishing Co. Limited.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

A nutmeg tree Of the largest size will
produce no more than five pounds oi
nutmegs.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

reversed in large scolloped revers. A high
Haring collar is at the neck. The sleeves
are in two.ssam coat style and are scolloped
AT the wrists. Between the revers shlrt-walst
of figured percale is disclosed. standing
collar of white linen and tie of black satin
are worn. The material chosen for the jacket
was black cloth, and machine stitching and
buttons give an approved finish. The jacket
is reproduced from design seen in The Do
klRutor Of recent date e.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

slight gathered fulncss at the waist-linc. The
fronts are also gathered at their lower edges
and are reversed ut tho top to reveal the
chemisette The sleeves are two-seamed
and are of tho closo.ftting variety, finished
at the wrists with cuffs. A standing collar
Of white linen aud tic of black satin is
worn. A ribbon belt closing in front with
fancy buckle s worn. The design may be
develop in silk or wash goods.
Specially prepared for Us BY The ButterIes
Publishing Co. (Ltmited),
This stylish garment ,s made with smooth
seamless back and under-arm cores. Tho
fronts have slight fulness at the lower edgo
laid in box plaits, and pouch over fitted belt
the closing being made with buttons and but
ton. holes. 4 Above the closing the fronts are
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

A fanciful basqus.waist is hero associated
with a skirt of newest shaping to form a
most attractive toilette for afternoon wear
The basque.waist is DISTINGUISHED by bands
that outline boleros and u full vest that
putfs out between the fronts. 1t has slight
gathered fulncss at the neck and waist-line
and the neck is finished by wrinklcd stock
Of satin ribbon and belt to match is at the
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

collected Ia gathers at the back and laid In .
box. .psit in front, the fulness in the from,
blousing prettily over the belt of satin that is
bowed at the left sido of the front. The
sleeves arc gathered at the top and are trim.
med at the wrist with fancy braid. The skirt
Is four.gored and gathered at the back. Rows
Of braid are applied short distance from the
lower edge Of the skirt and similar rows
outline the yoke. A pretty dress for warm.
weather wear could be made of pique in =
dainty shade Of pink with the yoke OF all.
over embroidery.
Specially prepared for u, By The ButtertcI
Publishing Co. (Ltnnted).
A novel variation of the ever popular
shirt-waist is here shown reproduced from
design seen in late number Of The Del'nea-
tor. For its development figured blue and
whitc foulard was chosen, with blue silk for
the revers. The pointed back yoke lisa distn.
gushing feature OF the back, which has
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-07-27

"Woll, prisoner, what have you goa
to say for yourselfP". ., ,....
"I don't know, your honor. What
would you say ?"
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05

Judge $. J. Matthews has the thanks of this office for box of fine straw berries. These berries were the largest we have seen this season and of an excellent flavor.
 Caldwell Bros. desire us to say to their friends and patrons that they will keep on hand from this time forward, full supply of fresh meats; also ice. It.
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05

Miss Lucy May Pope made a visit to Pine Bluff last week. She went as a deligate to the Juvenile Missionery Society, which met at that place.
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05

Get your ice at Caldwell Bros. We are not to be undersold. If RACKET STORE.
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05
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The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05

Mems pants worth SI.oo, going at 50 cents per pair at-the Rack ct Store. If
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05

The ancients believed that rheu- matism was the work of a demon within man. Any one who has had an attack oi sciatic or inflam- mstory rheumatism will agree that the infietion is demoninc enough to warrant the belief. It has never been claimed that Cham berlain's Pain Balm would cast out demons, but 1t will cure rheu- matism, and hundreds bear testi- mony to the truth of this state ment. One application relieves the pain, and this quick relief which it affords is alone worth many times it's cost.
 For sale by Brown, MeQuiston X Go
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05
An Epidemic of Whooping Cough.

Last winter during an epidemic of whooping cough my children contracted the disease, having se- we're coughing spells. We had used Chamborlain's Cough Rem edy very successfully for croup and naturally turned to it at that time and found it relieved the cough and effected complete eure.-JoHN E. CLIFFORD, Proprie- tor Norwood House, Norwood, N. Y.
 For sale by Brown, MeQuiston x Go.
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05

clone track. They came 10 our reseae. Without their aid some of Us would not have gotten in shape to make d crop thisyear. | was in the edge of tae cyclone. had to run with my family to get ont of t. The roar Was so great that one could hear nothing else, and was very much like Chat of fire The trees were falling in fifty or sixty yards of Us. but We could not hear them fall, but could see them
 People are about through plant ing corn. Stands are good, ex- eept early planting, which has been planted over. Cotton plant ing has begun and will continue, if the weather Is favorable, until finished. The eut-worms are put ting in their work again this spring. If the weather continues cool, believe they will ruin the stand of corn.
 l have not told half that the cy- clone did, but I expect I have told as much as will be believed.
 
 PAP.
The Monticellonian., 1899-05-05
NOTICE.
X Co

I will meet the tax payers of Drew county at the following times and places for the pur- pose of assessing the lands and personal prop erty of the county for the year 1899, viz:
 CLEAR CREEK TP.-Plantersville. Mon day, June 5th. Mentongo, Tuesday, June 9th.
 STRING HILL TP.-My hands Place, Wed nesday, sJune 7th. Coleman, Thursday, June Sth.
 FRANKLIN TP.-Florencc, Friday, June 9th Selma, Saturday, June 10th. Rves, Monday, June l2th. Winchester, Tuesday June 18th. Tillar, Wednesday, June i4th. PRAIRIE Gulledgc's Mill Thursday, June 18th. Craig's School House, Friday, June l6th.
 BARTHOLOMEW TP-Baxter, Monday and Tuesday, June 18th and 2Oth. Bethlehem, Wednesday, June 2lst.
 COLLINS TP.-Gollins. Thursday, June 22nd. Troy, Friday June 23rd.
 BEARHoUSE TP.-Cotham's School House. Saturday. June 24th.
 VEAsEY TP.-Prairie Grove, Monday, June 26th. Lacy, Tuesday. June 27th.
 CROOK TP.-osment's School House, Wednesday, June 18th.
 SALINE TP,-Green Hill, Thursday, June E.; da, Saturday, July lst.
 NJ NTICELLo, MARION TP.-Mondsy, July 3rd, and until July 3lst.
 c. L. PICKENS, AssEssoR.