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The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
A Kissing Nation,

In no other part of the world is kiss ing so much in vogue as in Russia. From time immemorial it has been the national salute. Indeed it is more of greeting than a caress.
 In public affairs, as in private, the kiss is an established custom. Fathers and sons kiss, old generals with rusty mustaches kiss, whole regiments kiss. The emperor kisses his officers On a reviewing day there are almost as many kisses as shots exchanged. If lillipu- tian corps of cadets have earned the im- periai approval, the imperial salute is bestowed upon the head boy, who passes it on with hearty report to his neigh bor, he in his turn to the next, and so on, through the whole juvenile body.
 On a holiday or fete day the young and delicate mistress of a house will not only kiss all her maidservants but all her menservants, too, and if the gentleman does not venture above her hand she will stoop and kiss his cheek.
 To judge also from the number of salutes the matrimonial bond ill these high circles must be one of uninterrupt- ed felicity. A gentleman scarcely enters or leaves tine room without kissing his wife either on her forehead, cheek or hand
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
JOHN HAYS BIG APRON.
One of the Cases Where Dishwash
 ing Produced a Poet.

One of the Cases Where DishNash-
 ing Produced a Poet.
 Colonel Hay was when boy regu- lar attendant of the Presbyterian Sun day school at Warsaw, Ills.
 The Sunday school lessons partly con- sisted of committing to memory Bible verses and to attain supremacy in this created quite rivalry among the schol- ars. John Hay was sure to come out ahead from two to five answers, some times more, causing those of his com rades who were always behind him to regard him with envy.
 Consequently when some of those boys heard that John had to wash dishes and do the churning for his mother and, more than all, that he wore an apron while at these duties his jealous com rades fairly crowed
 One morning it was agreed by his comrades to get him out of doors while he had his apron on and humiliate him by having two or three girls whom he rather liked ask him questions in re- gard to his housework.
 Young Hay came out to where the boys were and answered the questions by saying that he washed dishes as his mother taught him. and then, with twinkling eyes, he gave the dishpan which he had with him tremendous fling, contents and all. drenching who ever happened to be near enough, and. laughing loudly, ran into the kitchen Hay and his big apron were never mo- tested after that. Christian Endeavor World
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light when, as a child, she showed mu- sical ability. They built castles in the air for her; she was to be great singer some day. When Marie was : the mother died. Her last request was to hear her child sing, and the little one stood at the bedside singing and sob ping as the mother breathed her last. When Marie was old enough her father took her to Europe, where she studied under the masters. A few years ago she made her debut in Berlin, and thereafter sang herself into the favor of the great capitals of Europe. This is her first season in America.
 Miss Engel has not only beauty and a sweet voice, but superb courage. This trait was illustrated last spring. She was to make her debut in Madrid on a night in April, taking a leading part in the operatic event of the season. She reached the Spanish capital just before the war broke out. Feeling against the Americans ran high, and Miss Engel was told it were better if she would not take part. She declined to surrender her place, and when the time came went upon the stage. The cry went through the house, ''This is the Ameri- can," and jeers and catcans rent the air. She started to sing and the audi ence hOwled. They would not listen to her, but she went through her part. After the first act she was warned by the stage manager that should she go on in the second act her life might be in danger. It didn't frighten her. Her second appearance was greeted like the first. The American girl now felt it was a matter of patriotism and went on third time. The audience greeted her with silence. AS she began to sing, there was tremOr in the sweet sound that fell on the hushed audience, for she feared the silence fOrebOded trou- ble. But her courage was speedily re- stored, for she had not gone far when from all parts of the house went up cheers and applause. Bravo, Ameri- canos' was the cry. She had conquered. Even Spaniards could not withhold the applause which such courage and pa triotism demanded, and thereafter, for several nights, she was the heroine of Madrid
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
The Spiders Elastic Appetite.

The spider has a tremendous appetite. and his gormandizing defies all human competition A scientist who carefully noted a spiders consumption of food in 24 hours concluded that if the spider were built proportionately to the human scales he would eat at daybreak Gap proximately) small alligator, by a. m. lamb, by 9 a. m. a young camelo- pard, by O clock a sheep and would finish up with lark pie in which there were 12O birds. Yet, in spite of his enormous appetite, spider has wonder ful power of refraining from food, and one has been known to live for ten months when absolutely deprived of food A beetle lived in a similar state of unrefreshment for three years
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
4 Lesson Tn Patience.

When the eminent botanist Professor Altman of Glasgow was a small boy, he had the present of a silver bit, whereupon his mother was so worried with questions as to what he should do with it that she exclaimed. Really, you had better go to Thomas Elliot's Ia well known pharmacist) and buy six pence worth of patience.
 Down the street marched the lad and demanded of the chemist, "Mr. Elliot, please give me sixpence worth of pa- tience.
 Mir Elliot, taking in the situation at 8 glance. said: Certainly. my boy; there chair Just sit down and wait till you get it.
 Professor Altman s endeavor to pur chase patience was great success. 1t made deep impression on the lad and was one of the factors of his success in n~
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
A Iinrnnm surnrine.

A good story of the late George Au gustus Sala and Baruum is told It was on the occasion of the last visit of the famous snowman to England when a public dinner was rendered to Mir Bar mum Mir Sala presided In the recep- tion room where all were waiting to welcome the guest of the evening, MT Barnum came in beaming. and. shak ing hands with the chairman, said
 This is indeed a surprise to me
 Did you hear that" NIT. Sala whis pered Why he arranged for the din her himself
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
MARIE ENGEL.
Singer Whose Courage and Patriotism |
 Conquered the Spaniards.

Singer Whose Courage and Patriotism
 Conquered the Spaniards.
 Her work this season in grand opera has made Marie Engel q prime favor ite in New York, and has given her the same high place in the esteem of her fellow eountrymen that her wonderful voice and sweet womanliness earned for her in Europe. She is young yet, and the triumphs she has achieved are as nothing to those which the future promises.
 Thereis romance in her life story. Her mother was a singer with voice that might have stirred the world, but the opportunity was denied. The maternal grandparents of Marie Engel lived in a pioneer settlement of the West and had puritanical ideas. Their daughters voice attracted much attention, but so great was their dread of the stage that they would not permit her to cultivate It. When she married Engel he took her to a neighboring city and placed her under good tutors. But it was too late for a professional career. Then Marie was born. Great was the parents de
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The Swiss Parliament.

Switzerland differs from other coun- tries in many things. and one Of the most remarkable is the way in which its parliamentary debates are conduct ed. A Swiss member of parliament can express himself in French, German or Italian, and the privilege is freely used. When the president of the federal as- sembly speaks in German. his remarks are translated by secretary in close proximity to him. All the laws and resolutions, before being voted upon, are drawn up in French, German and Italian, and every official report is pub lished in these three languages. -Bir- minoham Post.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
Birds That Play.

Some birds. like all children. like to play. and Australia and New Guinea produce the blower bird. which builds regular playhouses. These houses are not a part of their nests. but are con structed usually in the shape of covered archways of little boughs two or three feet long. IS inches high and about as wide. They use these houses simply for their games. as if they were clubhouses. Generally these playhouses are decOrat- cd with bright colored shells and feath- CTS. just as children decorate their play houSpR
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Insect Notes.

The slow tapping of butterfly g wing produces no sound When the movements are rapid, a noise is produc ed which increases with the number of vibrations Thus the house fly. which produces the sound of r. vibrates its times a second. and the bee. which makes sound of A. as many as 26, 400 times or 440 times a second. A tired bee huns on D. and. therefore. accord ing to theory, vibrates its wings only S3O times a second.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
He Had Not Missed It.

A friend making morning call upon Peter Burrowes, a celebrated Irish bar rister, who was very absent-minded, found him shaving himself with his face to the wall, and asked why he chose so strange an attitude. The aR- swer was ''To look in the glass" "Why, there is no glass there." Bless mew exclaimed Burrowes, "I did not notice that before" Then, ringing the bell, he called the servant and questioned him respecting the looking glass which had been hanging on the wall. 'Oh, sir," said the servant, cit was broken six weeks RgO."-San Francisco Wave.
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sIJFFERED THE TORTURES OF THE DAMNED.
Two Ways Of n samene...

Skeptical Patient (to faith doctor)- How do you propose to cure this pain in my chest, doctor?
 Faith Doctor-I shall pass my hands over your chest few times, then tell you the pain is gone, and it will be gone.
 Patient-Ah, yesl Will you dine with me, doctor? You can perform the cure afterward.
 Doctor-With pleasure.
 Patient-Well, take this loaf of bread and rub it on your waistcoat a few times and say you have had your dinner, and you will have had it. If the experiment is a success, we will go on with the chest cure.-London Tele- graph.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
A Hank of Hair,

Chickens are sold by the piece in Buenos Ayres. They are dressed before being offered for sale. the only feathers left upon them being those of the tail
 The same custom prevails in China as to dogs, where a bit Cf the dogs hair is always left on the end of the tail. even when the animal is cooked. But this is because the Chinese consider the flesh of black dogs the best and mosi certain t. put brave spirit iuto lr body of the eater
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
HOW'S THIS.

We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward for any case of catarrh that cannot be dured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
 F. J. CHENEY d CO, Props, Toledo, O. We, the undersigned, have known F. J. Cheney for the last 15 years and believe him perfectly honorable in all business transactions and financially able to carry out any obligation made by their firm.
 WEST X TRUAX, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo O. WALDING, KINNAN & MARVIN, Wholesale Drug gists, Toledo, o.
 Halls Catarrh Cure is taken internally, act ing directly upon the blood and mucous sur faces of the system Price, 75c. per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Testimonials free.
 Halls Family Pills are the best
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
FOR MEN ONLY. DR. FOOTE & STAFF 1G1 ADAMS ST. CHICAGO.

Men requiring unsurpassed treatment should consult personally or by letter Gree" with the pioneer and only exclusive mems special ists in United States Diseases of men made the study of life time. UnfOrtunates every where should immediately communicate with pr. FoOte of Chicago. Everything confidential. Remedies sent everywhere in sealed packages and letters in plain envelopes. Correspondence solicited. Latest Surgical, Medical and Electrical methods adopted. Deluging the stomach with drugs abandoned. Avoid drugs recommended by the unauthorized and self styled specialists in western towns few genuine specialists locate outside1of New York or Chi cago. In these cities your private affairs are safe. Unequaled treatment for all diseases and weaknesses of the Genito-Urinary, Sexual Re productive and Nervous Systems Impedi- ments to marriage removed. "SyphaIa" positively purifies the blood, cures syphilis and removes all white ulcers in throat or mouth, copper-colOred spots on body and eruptions on skin, also catarrh and rheumatism. ''Vigo- raIa,' the only permanent restorer and lnYlg- orator, gives vigor to vital organs and nerves prevents and cures grip. $l per bottle, 6 for 5 Trial bottles. either remedy, half price,
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
MAMMOTH RAILROAD SCHEME.
AI1-RaiI Route from New York City to
 Buenos Ayres.


 The International Railroad Commis- sion estimates that the total length of he all-rail route from New York City Q Buenos Ayres will be 1O,229.06 miles. Of this 4,77193 miles are already built. The estimated cost for grading, ma sorry and bridges on the road to be built is 74,29O,271. This estimate does not include the branch lines, but onIy the trunk line to Buenos Ayres, nor does it include any expense beyond preparing the roadbed for the rails. The commission, however, is of the opinion that future studies will reduce the length and lessen the cost here given. By far the greater part of the cost will be in the Andine regions of Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, where the mileage Is estimated at 3,645.94, and the estimated cost at S126, ,36O,- 425.S4, the estimated cost of building
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
Cycling and Alcohol.

Remember, says an experienced New York physician, "that alcohol stimulates the heart and circulation in much the same way as exercise does and that if you use it in any form while wheeling the reaction is speedy and farreaching '
 In the same way long ride should never be undertaken immediately after a plentiful meal, this also tending to interfere with the hearts action and respiration.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20

The pleasant method and beneficial effects of the we'll known remedy, SYRUP OF FIGs, manufactured by the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP Co.,, illustrate the value of obtaining the liquid laxa- tive principles of plants known to be incidentally laxative and presenting them in the form most refreshing to the taste and acceptable to the system. It is the one perfect strengthening laxa- tive, cleansing the system effectually, dispelling colds, headaches and levers gently yet promptly and enabling one to overcome habitual constipation per manently. Its perfect freedom from every objectionable quality and sub- stance, and it's acting on the kidneys, liver and bowels, without weakening or irritating them, make it the ideal laxative.
 In the process of manufacturing figs are used, as they are pleasant to the taste, but the medicinal qualities of the remedy are obtained from senna and other aromatic plants, by a method known to the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP Co. only. In order to get it's beneficial effects and to avoid limitations, please remember the full name of the Company printed on the front of every package. CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP CO.
 SAN FRANCISCO. CAL.
 LOUISVILLE, KY. NEW YORK, N. r. For sale by all Druggists.-Price soc. per bottle.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20

all the other sections of the trunk line being $47, ,929, ,S46. The line passes through every State of Central Amer ica and all the Pacific coast States of South America, excepting Chile, whose chief coast towns, Antofagasta, Val paraiso and Valdivia, will be connected with thetrunk line by branch roads al ready in operation or nearly completed.
 Some of the most important trade centers in every State in South Amer lea will be joined by rail to the main
 line.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
Insanity's Debt to Medical Science


 Insanity is now recognized as dis ease which is the result of some func- tional or organic disturbance of the brain or of some injury or malformation of that organ. Be it said to the ever lasting credit of medical science that 1t has rescued the whole subject of the dis eases of the brain and nervous system from the region of myth and superstition and placed it on a scientific plane along with the other diseases and injuries to which human flesh is heir.
 The old lunatic asylums and the filthy cells of the county jails,wi all their horrors where the victims of dethroned reason used to be confined and tortured have been abolished and in their place we now have the modern hospital for the insane, and 1t stands on the same footing in every respect as hospital for diseases of the eye and ear or any other medical speciality. It was not the churches, but medical science, inspired by desire to benefit mankind, which taught the world that the insane are our brothers still and that to them is due the same Christian charity and care as to any others in distress. pr. John Girdner in North American Review
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
DELAY MAKES HARDER.

Mis-steps have made the worst sprains, but it is no mis-step to use St. Jacobs Oil. It makes a cure by strengthening, soothing and conquer ing the pain. Every hours delay makes it harder to cure.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
An Eye to Business.

The doctor hurried in and called the druggist to one side.
 ''I've just been called to attend the Crpsus baby, he said, "and I've given a prescription that calls fo1 nothing but paregoric. When they send it over here. you must tell them it will take at least an hour to put it up and the cost will be $3 50. That's the only way to make them think I'm any good. the medi cine's any good and you re any good. and I want to keep their business.
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A STRONG MANS SECRET.

The strongest man on earth says the secret of his wonderful power is perfect di- gestion. Hostetter's Stomach Bitters makes digestion easy, and cures all com plaints arising from weak stomach, such as indigestion, biliousness, liver and kid ney ailments. As a tonic it Is marvellous. needs it at this time of the year.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20
They Exchange Compliments

Customer-I'm sure I've seen you somewhere I never forget pretty face!
 Waitress-I don't remember you!-and l never forget fresh customer
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GROWS SIuRRoRh.

Any complaint becomes chronic by neglect, and rheumatism grows stubborn by not using St. Jacobs Oil, which is it's sure cure and conquers the pain promptly. Every sufferer should use it.
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FEELTHEINFLuENcE.

Cold and heat alike aggravate neu- ralgia, because the nerves feel the cold and heat sensitively, but nerves are sensitive to treatment, and feel the influence of St. Jacobs Oil, which cures the ailment promptly.
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sHAKEINTO YOUR SHOES.

Aliens FOot-Ease, powder for the feet. It cures painful, swOolen, smarting feet and instantly takes the sting out of corns and buniOns. It's the greatest comfort discovery of the age. Aliens Foot-Ease makes tight-fitting or new shoes feel easy. It is certain cure for chlblains, sweating, damp, callous and hot, tired aching feet. We have over 10000 testimonials of cures. Try it today. Sold by all druggists and shoe stores. By mail for 25c. in stamps. Trial package FREE. Address Allen s. Olmsted, Le Roy, N. Y.
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taxing your meol-
 cine, and have certainly been greatly benefited by its use.
 Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Conn., pound has indeed been a friend to 'me'
 am now able to do my own work, thanks toyour wonderful medicine. l was as near death believe as l could be, so weak that my pulse scarcely beat and my heart had almost given out. l could not have stood it one week more, I am sure. I never thought would be so grateful to any medicine.
 "I shall use my influence with any one suffering as I did, to have them xse Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound"
 Every woman that is puzzled about her condition should secure the sympa- thetic advice of woman who under stands. Write to Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn, Mass. and tell her your ills.
The St. Johns herald., 1899-05-20

Craven Gay-I wish I knew what ails me I've got all the symptoms of every known di- sease, together with several others never heard of.
 Infton Lost-Old fellow, you've got the grip
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A Gentle Hint.-He-It's reported that we're engaged She-Well, Pm not to blame for the fact that it is only repOrt.-BroOklyn Life.
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1uousgHoLp NECESSITY.

Every home should have handy for use lit tie box of Cascarets Candy Cathartic, as per feet guardian of the family health. All drug gists, l0c, 25c, jOc.
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"I DO MY OWN WORK" So Says Mrs. Mary Rochiette of Linden, New Jersey, in this
 Letter to Mrs. Pinkham.

"I was bothered with flow which would be quite annoying at times, and at others would almost stop.
 "I used prescriptions given me by my
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DeserVed.

Bill-Why do you call your friend popular song writer2
 Jill-Because he never sings his own songs. .-Yonkers Statesman.
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Piso's Cure for Consumption is our only medicine for coughs and colds.-Mrs. c. Beltz, 439 Sth ave, Denver, Col, Nov. 8, '95
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Gallant.

"A man is as old as he feels, D said the gentleman of the old school. 'and a woman as old as she says she is. Tn dianapOlis .IOnrnal
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ITit-Bits:1 ''I rise for information" shouted an excited politician. ''I am very glad to hear it." said a bystander, flor no man needs 1t more"
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EITS Permanently Cured. No fits or nervous IilS ness after first days use of Dr. Kline's Great Nerve Restorer. Send for FREE $2 .OO trial bottle and treatise DR. R. H. KLINE, Ltd 930 Arch St. Philadelphia, Pa
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There was young man from LenOre,
 Who boldly went of to the war; The "beef7' made him sick He recovered quite sick
 By the prompt use of old Jesse Moor
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Mothers will find Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup the best remedy to use for their children during the teething period
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pnySlclans O same state of affairs continued.
 |" After a time I was taken with a flooding, that 1 was obliged 10 keepmybed. Finally, in despair, l gave up my tor, and b
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To Cure a Cold in One Day.
EAIIIy DIACNOSED.

I d OUIU ONIO ACt'ys
 Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tablets. All Druggists refund money if it fails to cure. 25c.
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The first British recognition of Besse- mer's work came from the Institute of Civil Engineers which awarded him a gold TelforG medal for paper on his steel process rad before it in 1869.
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Hod3 SalJab0.M
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Hoods Pils cure liver iIls, the non irri tatlng and only cathartie to take with Hoods Sarsa- psrilla.