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West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1899-05-11


Some of Boss Hanna's tricks in
the Speak ership muddle are leak.
ing out. 1t was thought strange
at the time that he should have
dropped that hint. But when it
is known that several days after
ward he had private conference,
IN New York, with Representative
Sherman Its strangeRess disappears.
1t was q bluff to bring Sherman
to his knees, and obtain pledges
from him. Whether it succeeded
is not certain, but there are reasons
for believing that it did, and that
Sherman, who was first known as
Gar Reeds candidate, will be
taken up by Hanna, The admins
tration, and elected Speaker.
Friends of Hopkins. of H., aRd
Henderson, Of Iowa, both Of whom
had been led to expect administra.
ton support, are getting very sus-
plcious. They will not talk for
publication now, but if the Hanna.
Mckinley support is given to
Sherman they will probably do
some talking that will not be en-
joyed either by Boss Hanna or Mr..
Mckinley, and they may not con.
fine their amin Osity to talk. The
Republican majority in the next
Heuse will not be large and few
vigorous kickers can make lets Of
trouble for those in charge Of the
administration programme.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
The Bad Hawkweed Again.

1t would seem that the Reporter
Journal had said enough about the Orange
Hawkweed, Hieracium aurantiacum and
its near relative, 81. Pr@altum, so that all
its readers would know all about them,
and be anxious to exterminate them, but
very few seem to take any notice or care
about them.
Last Saturday, l saw the latter, COM
monty known as King Devilweed, scattered
along the roads and fields all the way
from Pittston to Togus. | remarked:
what terrible thing it would be for
this pest to get into the Home grounds"
and when | got there was sorry to see the
fields on the west side next the woods
thoroughly invested with it in full bios
som. Unless the authorities NOW and burn
these blossoms Immediately, their whole
grounds will be infested with it before
two years. Having destroyed the bios
SONS, so that it cannot seed, they should
then dig up the roots thoroughly, and
pile them on heap to rot, or destroy
them totally. 1t is said salt will destroy
them. 1t will destroy the orange hawk
weed if enough of it is used, but have
never known it tried on the King Devil
Weed. Perhaps when there is so much
of it as there is in Togus and West Gar
NihCA, ~ "ouiSt pO lHO UCSI way " plOW IL
under, but that might not kill it. The
Togus fields were seeded with oats two
years ago, and that's when the wild seed
came in. People should buy no western
seed of any kind.
The State should take this weed in hand,
and exterminate if possible. We found
none of it in Chelsea, Randolph or Pitts
lon last year, but they have got enough
now to infest the country very shortly.
LEI. K. NJ, in Gardiner Reporter Jourpal.
This is the weed of which warning was
sent out from the Experiment Station at
Orono. 1t made it's appearance in this
vicinity last year.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
Dingley's Successor.

To THE EDITOR OF THE PHILADELPHIA
PRESS. The election of Hon. Charles E.
Littlefeld, in the Second Congressional
District in Maine June 10Th to succeed
the late Hon. Nelson Dingley, was very
gratifying to his many friends. Mr..
Littletield is very able man, having been
Attorney General of Maine; also Speaker
of the House of Representatives. Like
the late and lamented Congressman Ding
ley, he is strong, pure man, free from
the stains of evil habits, standing thorough
ly for temperance and upholding the great
cause, as have seen him many times in
the years gone by in Maine. He believes
that no money can be thoroughly trusted
which will not circulate without an act of
force or legal tender; hence he believes in
sound money and protection to American
industries.
Nj. Litttefeld was a very poor boy,
being obliged to work in the granite quar-
ries in Maine to secure money with which
to educate himself, but with a resolute
purpose to do and to dare for the truth,
it must be admitted that even in this age,
that there is pathway to leadership and
honor which is pure and free from intrigue
and dishonesty. AS he is entirely unus-
ed to Congressional ways, it will be vain
of course to look for him to come any
where near at first of filling the place left
vacant by the late Mr.. Dingley, but his
courage, ambition and energy will make
itself felt in the halls of Congress.
FRANK W. GowEN.
West Grove, Pa, June n, 1899.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
Coffee Drinkers Happy.

1t is said that coffee drinkers are hap
pier and more contented than those who
abstain from its use and drink a quantity
of tea. Taken in moderation, coffee aids
digestion, and to those not in the habit of
using it. it is often a valuable temporary
remedy for paroxysmal headaches, the pc
culiar headache of Bright's disease and
that produced by defects in the eye. The
fashionable after dinner coffee not only en-
aDles the stomach to perform its function
with comparative ease but relieves that
sense OF oppression so often experienced
after hearty meal.
1t is not generally known that coffee is
often valuable temporary remedy. In
certain prostratng diseases it is also of
great value. 1t sustains the system, and
one doctor has said that cup of good
coffee contains as much nutrimeut as the
same quantity of soup. The nutritive prop
critics of coffee have been the subject of
considerable dispute, but it is now gener-
ally recognized that coffee contains essen
tial properties of nutrition far exceeding
its eXhilarating properties. 1t enables
those who use it to remain a long time with
out food. as soldiers are often obliged to do
in time of war. 1t also decreases the sensi-
bility to physical discomforts.
Its best results are obtained when it is
mixed with an equal quantity of pure
cream OF milk, which forms an alimentary
drink containing all the elements of good
foods with the additional stimulating
effect on the mind and nervous system.
Many people have an idea that strong
coffee is injurious and that it should be
made weak. This is a mistake. Weak
coffee is bad, as it contains no nourish-
ment, distends the stomach with liquid
and prevents digestion. Coffee should
always be taken warm. Iced coffee, like
all other iced drinks. is iniurious
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06

You have been in another fight. Tom
my" said West side mother to her T.
year-old boy.
Nome. L wuzn't either" was the logged
reply.
Why. Tommy, I can tell by your ap-
pearance that you have been lighting.
Your face is all scratched up. You mustn't
tell a story about it,
Il ain t tellln' no story. | said | wuzn't
in it. an | wuznt. [Ohio State Journal.
"One good turn deserves another" Those
who have been cured by Hoods Sarsaparilla
are glad to tell others about it,
painting the town red since he got that
quarter of a million
Neil-Well, anyone could paint the town
red with quart of vermilhon.
What's the secret of happy, vigorous
health? Simply keeping the bowels, the
stomach, the liver and kidneys strong and
active Burdock Blood Bitters does it.
Mrs. Slimdiet Ito new boarder)-Did YOU
sleep well last night, sir?
New boarder-Not very, Mrs. Slimdet
That bed reminded me so much of home
that felt sort O. homesick.
Mrs: Slmdiet-Indeed, Where is your
home?
New boarder-In the Rocky mountains.
Harlem Life.
Itch on human cured in so minutes bv
Woolford's Sanitary Lotion. This never
fails. Sold by A. A Howes & Co., Druggists
Belfast, Me. 1y17
Woman Why, the very idea that woman
dresses to please the men.
Man-Absurd! OF course she dresses to
dlsplease the women. Life.
Hives are terrible torment to the little
folks, and to some older ones. Easily eur.
ed. Doan's Ointment never fails. Instant
relief. permanent cure. At any drug store,
81 cents.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
First Camp Meeting in America.

"The effect of the MCGEE brothers
preaching ESPECIALLY of John McGee-at
a Presbyterian quarterly meeting on the
banks of Red River, in Kentucky, was 50
startling, and seemed so clearly to indicate
that it was the result of Divine agency or
some mysterious force possessed by the
preacher, that the news of the occurrence
spread rapidly in all direction throughout
that part of the State, and attracted I'M
bounded interest" writes Clifford Howard
in the July Ladies' Home Journal. If
/ it did not at once awaken a responsive re-
ligious feeling, it at least excited curiosity,
and when it was learned that the MCGEE
brothers were to hold meeting at RUSSELL
Vile, Kentucky, newly settled town in
Logan County, near the Muddy River,
persons from all parts of the adjoining
country, irrespective of their religious
beliefs or church allegiance, prepared to
attend. 1t soon became evident that the
four walls of country meeting house
would not suffice to hold the large num-
bers that were making ready to go to
Russellville. The problem thus presented
was solved by determining to hold the
meeting in the open air. Those coming
from distance we're prepared to camp;
it would be no hardship to them to remain
out of doors. The recent experience at
Red River had proved this. 1t was not
expected by those who were coming that
the lodging accommodations at the vii
lage of Russellville would be sufficient by
any means. Why, therefore, attempt to
house the people? Prepare a camping
ground, and let the meeting be camp
meeting. This, then, was the origin of
camp meetings; and the first one held in
America was on the banks of the Muddy
River, near Bussellville Kentucky, in the
month of August, 1799-one hundred years
ago. Not that religious worship had never
before been held in the open air, but the
special feature of camping out and the
nature of the services made the camp
meeting distinctive institution, and
characterized this particular gathering on
Muddy River as the first of its kind
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06

been an inspiration to me. She having
lifted up Christ, has drawn me to Him in
a deeper sense than l had ever known.
The chisled face shows the sculptor. God
has been refining and purifying the life.
Such rare discernment and firm trust in
God are seldom seen. She is untiring
in her effort to teach. but above that to
live Christ. Her time is wholly spent in
serving God and humanity. A life of self
forgetful labor, and surely she is reaping
the richest experiences of the Masters
love. n. E. GREY.
Portland Me-
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
The SewaH Ship.

The big steel ship at the yard of Arthur
Sewall is growing rapidly and she is now
over half completed. She is of practically
the same dimensions as the big beauty
Arthur Sewal, which was launched last
February, although Of heavier constrnc-
ton. She is now about one third plated
and will be completed early in September.
1t is expected that when she launches an
other of the same size will take her place
in the yard.
The keel for the 2200 ton steel bark is
about ready to be laid but work upon her
will not be pushed until more material ar
rives. which will probably be about the
middle of next month. Bath Enterprise.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
Fruits from California.

SAN FRANCISCO, June %. Fruit ship
ments are being rushed to the East over
the Central Pacific at the rate of so car
loads day, and extra trains are being
used to accommodate the traffic.
Up to last Saturday night the total ship
ments for the season amounted to $50 car
loads of "a, 900 pounds each.
From present indications the season. s
business will amount to between 1900
and 10, 600 carloads, against about 5000
last year.
Peaches, plums and table prunes are
the principal green fruit now being sent
to eastern markets.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06

OUR CLUBBING OFFER. The New York
Weekly Tribune is a paper of 20 pages, file
with general news and matter of interest
and value in every home. The subscription
price is 81 a year. We have a contract with
the publishers of The Tribune by which we
can furnish that paper free to all who pay for
The Republican Journal one year in advance.
The Journal gives all the local news and is
an earnest advocate of local interests, and
The Tribune is one of the best, if not the
best, city weekly published. Hundreds have
taken advantage of this liberal offer, and it
has given satisfaction in every case. Send
in your names.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06

The White Noun tain travel, so-called
when the denizens of the city seek the cool
ing breezes and pure air of the superior alti-
tude of the hills of New Hampshire has com.
meEced, but not sufficiently to embarrass
the baggage and train men Of the cities. A
little later, when the tide of travel sets up
across Lake Winnepes aukee, The Weirs be-
cool and pleasant place. Those who con-
template passing the summer in restful
manner, and desire diversity of attractions
within easy reach, will find an ideal place in
the New Hotel Weirs on the Lake Winnepe-
saukee at Weirs, N. 81.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
AUGUST FLOWER.

TT is a surprising fact" says Prof. Hou-
ton. "that in my travels in all parts of the
world, for the last ten years, | have met
more people having used Green's August
Flower than any other remedy, for dyspep-
STA, deranged liver and stomach and for
constipation. find for tourists and sales
men or for persons filling office positions,
where headaches and general bad feelings
from irregular habits exist, that Green's
August Flower is grand remedy. Itdoes
not injure the system by frequent use, and
is ex celent for sour stomach and indiges-
ton" Sample bottle free at Poor &
Sons, Belfast, and A. B. Sparrow, Freedom.
Sold by dealers in all civilized countries.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
Women,

DR.. Tolman's Monthly Regulator has brought
happiness to hundreds of anxious women.
There is positively no other remedy known
to medical science, that will so quickly and
safely do the work. Have never had single
failure. The longest and most obstinate cases
are relieved in days without fail. No other
remedy viii do this. No pain, no danger, no
interference with work. The most difficult
cases successfully treated through cores
pondence and the most complete satisfaction
guaranteed in every instance. l relieve hun
dreds of ladies whom never see. Write for
further particulars. All letters truthfully
answered Free confidential advice in all
matters of aprivate or delicate nature. Bear
in mind this remedy is absolutely safe under
every possible condition and will positively
leave no after i'll effects upon the health. By
mail securely sealed, $780, DR.. E. M. toll
MAN CO., ITO fremont ST., Boston, Mass.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
500.
DIR. f. Detchon's Anti Diuretic

May be worth to you more than 500 if you
haze child who soils bedding from incon-
tendence of water during sleep. Cures old
and young alike 1t arrests the trouble at
once. 81 Sold by A. A. Howes 4 Co.,
druggists, Belfast, Me. 1y17
What are you doing doctor?" asked
man who entered as the physici was vac
clnating patient
Scraping an acquaintance" was the re-
ply. Harlem Life
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
A CHILD ENJOYS

The pleasant flavor, gentle action, and
soothing effect of Syrup of Figs, when in
need of a laxative, and if the father or moth
er be costive or bilious, the most gratifying
results follow its use: so that it is the best
family remedy known and every family
should have bottle. Manufactured by the
California Fig Syrup Co.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06


Its The York Weekly Tribune
leading National Family Newspaper
and Nation
the publishers of The Republican Journal
alliance with 1.-The York
both the trilng e
Every and famly to
munity in which he lives cordial his Local
tanty un1ingy
poets for different the prices home markets. and weekly
which should be found wideawake
o est O. only year.
all
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
q a . To7IA.
Bears the The Kind You Have Always Bought
"a &XHNz,zw

Mrs. Henpeck-You have been very aggra-
waiting at times, and we have not always got
along very well together; but still, if | had
1t to do over again, I'd marry you lust the
same.
Mr.. H. (under his breath) not so
sure about that. Life.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
For Over Fifty Years.

AN OLD AND WELL-TR1ED REMEDY.-Mrs
Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been used for
over fifty years by millions of mothers for
their children while teething, with perfect
success. 1t soothes the child, softens the
gums, allays all pain, cures wind collie, and
is the best remedy for Diarrhea. Is pleas
ant to the taste. Sold by druggists in every
part of the world. Twenty-Five cents bot
tie. Its value is incalculable. Be sure and
ask for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup, and
take no other kind.
Doctor-Put out your tongue
Little Tommy-Not on your life. | did
that to the teacher yesterday and got a
licking. Brooklyn Life.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
NEARLY
Fifty eiqht Years Old!!!
NEARLY

It's long life, but devotion to the true
interests and prosperity of the American
People has won for it new friends as the
years rolled by and the original members
of its family passed to their reward, and
these admirers are loyal and steadfast to-
day, with faith in its teachings, and con-
tidence in the information which it brings
to their homes and tlesides
As a natural consequence it enjoys in
its old aye all the vitality and vigor of its
youth, strengthened and ripened by the
experiences Of over half century
1t has lived On iTs moriys, ard nn the
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06

NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. In Milbridge, June
18th, was solemized the marriage of Edward
c. Merriam of Rockport and Miss Lena,
daughter of the late Captain Pinkham of
Milhridge. The ceremony was performed
by Rev. g. E. Jones at the residence of the
brides sister. Mrs. Nathan Hnkley.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
Wedding Bells.

WORCESTER BowDEN. A pretty June
wedding occurred at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Wilson Bowden in Castine Saturday
morning, June 18th, at o'clock, when their
daughter, Cora May, was united in marriage
with Aaron Leroy Worcester of Castne.
The ceremony was performed by Rev. Nor.
man La Marsh. They were supported dur
ing the ceremony by the brother and sister
of the groom. Only the immediate relatives
of the young couple were present The
rooms were prettily decorated with ferns,
roses and wild flowers. Immediately after
the ceremony the happy couple left for Bar
Harbor, returning the following week by
the way of Bangor. For the present Mr..
and Mrs. Worcester will make their home at
Dark Harbor, Islesboro, where the young
man is employed. The high esteem of their
many friends is shown by the large mum Der
of useful and beautiful presents they re-
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
Relief in Six Hours.

Distressing Kidney and Bladder Disease
relieved in six hours by NEW GREAT SOUTH
AMERICAN KIDNEY CURE" 1t is a great
surprise on account of it's exceeding prompt
ness in relieving pain in bladder, kidneys
and back, in male or female. Relieves re-
tention Of water almost Immediately. Ii
you want quick relief and cure this is the
remedy. Sold by A. A. Howes & Co, drug
gsts, Belfast, Me. 1y1S
Teacher-Now, Tommy, what does the
month OF June call for in great plenty?
Tommy Ia jewelers. SONY eddin' pres.
ents, mum. The jewelers. Weekly.
Diptheria relieved in TWEEN ty minutes AL
most miraculous. DR.. Thomas EclectrlC
OH. AT any drug store.
Mr.. Slicer-I was reading the other day
that there are 800 ways of cooking pota
toes.
Mrs. Slicer-Yes?
Mr.. Slice-Well, my dear, don't you think
that If you tried hard you could learn one
OF them? brooklyn Life.
A little life may be sacrificed to an hours
delay. Cholera Infantum, dysentery, diar,
rh~a come suddenly. Only safe plan is tc
have DIR. Fowler's Extract of Wild Straw.
berry always on hand.
The Republican journal., 1899-07-06
ITS LEADER.

It's LEADER.
h.. '' word as to Gods anointed who
b ms work in Beulah. One year ago
N, nothing of Mrs. Mcintyre or
o.. "ofk, but to day 1 thank God that
n. ives have touched and that her
having seen it in all it's phases) has
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RIVER NEWS.
Business Along the Whole Course
Picking Up--The Sunday Excnr-
ions-..Othsr Items Picked Up On
the Wharf.

The wharf presented a very busting
appearance all day yesterday. With the
locals, Saturday Is usually a very dull
day. Yesterday was an exception. The
Bayne had an excellent trip both ways.
The Leroy had very heavy freight
consignment and a fair passenger list.
The Ruth had an exceptionally large
passenger list, but very little freight.
The latter two backed out from the
wharf at the same time precisely. The
Ruth was above the Leroy and back
ed up stream, making the turn much
quicker than the latter, as the Leroy
backed clear into the mouth OF the
creek before she could make the turn.
When the boats got away the Ruth
had about length the best OF it. This
lead was increased TO two lengths by
the time the bend c. the Belmont
ferry was reached Quite a crowd OF
people were attracted TO the wharf
BY the race.
Some little coal was sent out OF
Pittsburg yesterday. bit not as much
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SHE GOT THE SEAT.

A short time since two young women
entered tram car in Manchester, Eng
land, and found only standing room.
One of them whispered to her compan-
ion, Il am going to get a seat from one
of these men. You just take notice"
She selected a sedate looking man.
sailed up to him and bodily opened fire,
MY dear Mr.. Green, how delighted
l am to meet you, You are almost a
stranger! VIII | accept your seat?
Well, l do feel tired, | heartily admit.
Thank you, so much!"
The sedate man, a perfect stranger,
of course, quietly gave her his seat, say
ing:
sit down, Jane. my girl; don't often
see you out on washing day. You
must feel tired! How's your mistress?"
The young woman got her seat, but
lost her vivacity.-Answers
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simmons, and proclaim that the cham
pion will have an easy thing OF 1t
seem to me to be overlooking some
important points which it would be
we'll to make note of when instituting
a comparison between the two men.
Jeffries has never yet been defeated or
knocked down in the ring. He is a
veritable giant in development, who
will fight at 223 pounds without any
superfluous flesh.
When FitZSimmonS meets JeHrieS, he
will be up against the youngest, health
lest and most powerful antagonist he
has ever encountered, and one who
weighs between 40 and so pounds more
than the Australian. TIC counteract
this Fitz has his far greater experience
in the ring to fall back upon, as we'll as
his wonderful ability to recuperate
after punishment. He showed this dur
ing his contest with Corbett at Carson
City.
To my mind Jeffries' greatest fault is
his slowness on his feet in the ring,
though he is credited with being an ex-
tremely fast runner. but for man OF
his size and weight he is fast enough to
prove very dangerous, especially when
it is remembered that there are several
fighters who are a great deal more
shifty than Fitzsimmons. Taking them
all in all as regards sprinting ability,
they should be about on par, with the
odds slightly in favor of the champion.
FitzsimmonS has predicted that
when he and Jeffries come together his
terrible right will play an important
part in the encounter According to his
own statements he will endeavor to
tease Jim into leading with his right
and thus lay himself open to that IA
nous right hand punch with which
Fitz has blasted the ambitions of so
many aspirants for championship hon
ors. JefTies, however. it must be re-
membered, is ambiti-6exterous and can
use his right or left nth equal ability
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