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Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

"One Minute Cough Cure is the best
remedy ever used for coughs and colds.
1t is unequalled for whooping cough.
Children all like it, writes Fl, n. Will
liams, Gentryville, Ind. Never fails. 1t
is the only harmless remedy that gives
immediate results Cures coughs, colds,
hoarsensss, Group, pneumonia, bronchi-
tbs and all throat and lung troubles. Its
early use prevents consumption. A. J.
Jones & Co.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

From the following item, taken from
the last issue Of the Sundance Monitor
it would appear that Mr.. F. r. Curran
former resident of Custer, and we'll
known throughout the southern Hills.
is now confirmed INVALID: "Maj.
Curran of Gillette fame has just receiy-
ed an invalid chair and the Newcastle
Leader quotes him as saying he would
like to see the color Of the mans hair
that can keep him in the house now"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

From the Hill City News we learn
that Wilbur Wright, while splitting
wood last Sunday near his home in Fri
day gulch, severely cut his thumb. His
father took him to Hill City where Drs
Carr and Rate dressed the wound.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Fl. r. Locke & Co., the Deadwood
photographers, will open gallery in
Custer in short time, prepared to do
all kinds and styles of Photographic
work. They have had years of expe-
rience in all branches of the business,
and guarantee satisfaction or no pay.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
Five Y CREAM FLOUR
HV ~ At Garlock

About fifty hoboes passed through Gus
ter Tuesday evening on their way east
from the Hill City and Keystone branch
Of the Burlington. The grading is prac-
tically completed, and it is thought that
if the present fine weather continues
trains will be running into Keystone
about the middle of January.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
Notice to Stockholders.

Notice is hereby given that on Tues
day, January 9th, 1900, between the hours
of 10 o'clock a. m. and o'clock p. M. a
meeting of the stockholders of the First
National Bank Of Custer City, South
Dakota, will be held at their bank build
ing for the purpose Of electing board
of directors for the ensuing year.
w. F. HANLEY, Cashier
Custer City, S. D., Dec. 8. 1899.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

The Ladies of the Congregational
church will give "Sock Social" at the
Carrigan building, December 25th. All
those having had the good fortune to
receive "sock" previously. are request
ed to bring it with them, and those not
so fortunate will be amply provided for
at the place of entertainment. An ex-
cellent program has been arranged and
light refreshments will be served Come
one, come all and spend pleasant even
ing.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
Sim MONS.

State OF South Dakota, COurty Of Custer, IS.
In the Circuit Court OF the Seventh judicial Cir
Cut.
Mae ComstOck, Plaintiff,
VS..
Elmer r. COmstOCk, nft.
The State Of South Dakota sends Greeting: To
Elmer L. C0mStOCk, the above named defendant.
You are hereby Summoned and required tO
answer the complaint OF the above named
plaintiff, copy of which is herewith served
upon you, and 10 serve copy OF yOur answer
upon the subscriber in the town of Custer City,
South Dakota, within thirty (%0) DAYS after the
service Of this Summons on yOu, exclusive of tie
day Of such service. And Ii you fail to answer
this complaint within that time, the Plaintiff
will apply to the court for the relief demanded
in the complaint herein.
Dated, Custer Cit,. S. T., this 22nd day OF
November, 1899.
BUEL X. WOOD,
Plaintiffs Attorney
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
Notice to Creditors.

Estate of Antonio Spring, deceased
Hadwick Spring, eXecutrix OF the estate of An
tonic Spring, deceased, TO the creditors OF and
all persons having claims against the said de-
ceased, 10 exhibit them, with the necessary
vouchers, within four months after the first pub
lication of this notice, to the said eXecutriX at
the law office of G. L. Smith, at Custer City, in
the County OF Custer, >. ID.
Dated at Custer, December 18th, 1899.
HADWICK SPRING.
EXecutrix OF the Estate of Antonio Spring, de-
ceased.
c. +. SMITH, Attorney fer Estate.
First publication, Dec. 23 1895,
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

On Wednesday afternoon Mr.. Will
Harrison, while working at the planning
mill in the lower part Of town, was en-
gagged in oiling the machinery when he
was caught by his clothing in the main
shaft and we hear that he was badly
hurt. To what extent the young man
was injured we could not learn. but We
understand no bones were broken. He
was taken Immediately to his home in
Mr.. Bailey's delivery wagon which was
fortunately near at hand We trust his
injuries are not serious.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Israel Bowar has been engaged the
last day or two in loading car load of
wheat, which will be shipped to Hem
ingford, Neb. Tho price received by
Mr.. b, we are informed. is 90 cents per
hundred.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

uANTED-sEVERALB BRIGHT AND HON
W est persons to represent us as Managers In
this and close by counties. Salary $500 year
and expenses. Straight, bona hde, no more, no
less salary. Position permanent. Our reIer-
ences any bank In any town. 1t is mainly ONCE
work conducted at home. Reference. Enclose
elf-addressed stamped envelope, THE DoMIN-
ION COMPANY, Dept 3, Chicago.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

II was nearly dead with dyspepsia,
tried doctors, visited mineral springs,
and grew worse. used Kodol Dyspep-
sia Cure. That cured me-" 1t digests
what you eat. Cures indigestion, sour
stomach, heartburn and all forms of dys-
pepsia. A. Jones & Co.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
Echoes From the Ante Room.

Tin City lodge No. IS. X. of p, con
ferred the second and third ranks on
two candidates Tuesday evening. Grand
Vice Cha ncellor c. NJ. Cation, w. II.
Timmerhoff. X. T. Holley, George c..
easier, Louis Kleeb, and A. L. Bishop,
Of Tin Centre lodge No. a., of Hill City,
we're guests Of the Custer Knights on
this occasion, and materially assisted in
the work. About 1890 O'Clock recess
was taken, when all repaired to the
Vienna Restaurant where an elegant
spread awaited them that had previous
ly been arranged for. After supper
they returned to the lodge room and
continued work until late hour. The
lodge is having quite boom just now,
no less thank four applications were re-
ceiyed that evening.
MASONIC INSTALLATION.
Installation Of officers OF Custer City
Lodge No. sc, A. F. Il A. NJ, took place
at Masonic hall Wednesday evening,
December goth. After installation re
freshments were served in the lodge
room by the new officers. and couple
of hours pleasantly spent in social con-
verse, and listening to appropriate re-.
marks by some of the members The
officers installed are:
w. F. Hanley-W. NJ.
+. V. Rutkowski-S. w.
r. w. Windsor-J. w.
ID. Carrigan-Treasurer
JOS. Il. Pilcher-Secretary
Geo. w. Tinsman-S. ID.
+. w. Bush-J. ID.
w. Il. Benedict-S. S.
J. B. Foster-J. S.
T.. l. Wheeler-Tyler.
EASTERN STAR INSTALLATION.
The installation of officers of the
Order of Eastern Star occurred at Ma
sonic hall Saturday evening last, the in
stalling being conducted by Past Worthy
Patron II. w. Windsor. After the clos
ing of the lodge all sat down to fine
lunch, served by the lady members OF
the order. The following is list of the
officers for the ensuing year
Carrie Is. rowner-W. NJ
FL. V. Rutkowski-W =.
Kate S. Elliott-A. NJ.
Miriam Ii. Clark-Secretary
Julia Rodgers-Treasurer.
Anna Albien-Conductor.
Margaret A. Windsor-A. Conductor.
Mary Todd-Chaplain.
Emma l.. Orr-Marshal.
HELEN Rutkowski-Adah.
Pauline Olds-Ruth.
Belle McFadden-Esther.
Bertha Miller-Martha.
Hattie B. Pilcher-Elerta.
Rebecca Putnam-Warder.
Jas. Clark-Sentiuel
Emma Lummis- Organist
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Great preparations are being made by
the X. P's. for their ball at the Custer
opera house Monday evening, Decem.
ber 25th The best music that can be
procured will be In attendance.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Owing to the fact that the demand for
holiday goods is much greater this year
than last, have added much larger
stock to select from, which am prepar-
ed to sell at prices to suit everybody.
+, Ucidepriem.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

The alar m OF fire sounded about 7
o'clock on Friday evening of last week
proved to be nothing more than small
camp fire, started by some youngsters
who were skating behind the school
house.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Rumor has it that Custer firm will
in the near future erect a saw mill in
the southwestern part of town, and that
part of the power of the ochre mill will
be utilized for operating the same.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

John Leedy, well known TO Black
Hills people, has returned to his home
at Rapid City Fl ON the Cape Nome min
ing district in Alaska. He has brought
home with him several thousand dol
lars in gold which he took from his
claims in this new district. 1t is stated
that he has gotten possession of some
mining ground that will make him in
dependently rich.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
LOST.

A diamond pin, shaped something like
a star. A cluster OF pearls with dia.
mond in center. Presumed to have
been dropped on the street in Custer.
The sum of $500 Will be paid to the
finder who will return the same to the
owner or to this Office.
Mrs. WARD B. CLARK.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
Lost.

A large package of empty Socks" in
or about the vicinity of Custer. Find
er will please fll them to overtlowing
and return to Carrigsn building, Decem-
Der 29th.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
CARPET WEAVING

The public is hereby notified that l
am now prepared to weave carpets and
rugs in the best style OF the art, and on
the most reasonable terms. Correspon.
dence from abroad respectfully solicited.
JAMES LUNGER,
Custer City, S. d.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

An enjoyable birthday surprise party
was given to Mr.. John McFadden on
Monday evening at his home on Crook
street. Games Of various kinds were
played and a fine supper served.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

There are few ailments so uncomfort-
able as piles. but they can easily be
cured by using Tabler's Bnckeye Pile
Ointment. Relief follows its use, and
any one suffering from piles cannot af-
ford to neglect to give it trial. Price,
80 cts in bottles. tubes IS cts. A. j.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

State Of South Dakota, County OF Custer, IS.
To the Defendant above named
Please take n0tcC that the Summons and com
pant in this action were fled with the Clerk OF
the above court on this 22nd day of November,
1899, at Custer City, South Dakota.
Dated November END. 1899.
BUEL II. WOOD,
Attorney for Plaintiff
First publication, November %, 1899.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Alvin Brooks, for the past few years
foreman of The Holy Terror mine al
Keystone, has gone to Georgia to take
charge Of some mining property for a
large company.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Born, in this city at the residence OF
Mr.. and Mrs. g. Porath, on Sunday,
Decemberl7th, to Mr.. and Mrs. Charles
Dumpke OF Pleasant Valley, q ten pound
baby girl.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

And in accordance with law and an order OF
the board Ofdirectors, made on the end day OF
OF such stock as may be necessary, will be sold
at public auction at the front door OF the Office
Of Alfred L. Feay In Custer City, 3. d., on the
9Th day OF January, 1900 at 2 O'clock p. m. 10
pay delinquent assessments thereon, together
with costs OF advertising and expenses of sale.
Ill. j. LINDEN,
Sec'y of Willow Greek Mining Company,
lie Mars, Iowa
First publication. December %, 1859.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Bald Mountain district In the north
ern Hills has two feet Of snow. So says
letter received at this Office early in
the week from Mr.. William Rosen
baum
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

please don't forget the place and date
Wen answer when you knock.
And welcome you with open arms,
But Don't FORGET Your Sock"
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
To the Members of the Willow Creeb
Mining Company.

CUSTER CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA.
You are hereby notified that at ~ meeting OF
the directors of said company held on the end
day OF Dec, 1899. an assessment OF 10 mills per
share was levied upon the capital stock of said
corporation, payable on the 2nd day of Jan,
1900 To II. j. Linden, Secretary of SAID corpora.
tion at the branch Office of said corporation at
LeMars, Iowa. Any stock upon which this as.
sessment shall remain unpaid Oh the 2nd day OF
Jan, 1900, will be delinquent and advertised for
made before. will he sold on the 22nd day of
Jan, 1900, 10 pay the delinquent assessment
together with costs of advertising and expenses
OF sale.
H.J. LINDEN, Secretary,
LeMars, Iowa.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

A choice and attractive line Of dolls
doll carriages and cradles, cheap and
catchy, at Heidepriem's.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

The case Of the State VS.. Fl. Mann, was
tried on Thursday, resulting in the re.
lease OF Mr.. Mann. Mr.. Mana was
charged with making threats and at
tempting to do great bodily harm to Mr..
Stanton, neighbor. After tho state,
represented by Prosecuting Attorney
Smith, had presented its case. Mr. Bene-
dict. representing Mr.. Mann, moved
that the case be dismissed, claiming that
the state had failed to make out case.
After the motion had been argued,
Judge Sprague sustained the motion.
taxing the costs up to the complaining
witness, Mr.. Stanton, who had previous
ly given security for costs.-Buffalo Gap
Republican.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

N. S. Tubbs returned Monday from
Edgemont, where he attended the South
Dakota and Eastern Wyoming sheep.
mems association on Saturday Of last
week. From him we learn that an or
ganization was perfected to be known
as the Wyoming and South Dakota
Sheepmen's Association, with the fol.
lowing officers: President, o. E. Shay ;
Vice President, ID w. Webster; secre
tary and treasurer, j. A. Stewart. About
10000 sheep we're represented in the
meeting. A petition was formulated by
the association and forwarded to the
Burlington Railroad officials, asking the
company to erect bonded warehouse
in Edgemont for the storage OF wool.
After the close of the meeting Mr.. D..
L. Thompson of Lincoln, proprietor OF
the Burlington eating house stations,
rendered the association free banquet
at the Burlington hotel, which was high
ly appreciated and greatly enjoyed by
the sheepmen md their friends.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Elegant toilet cases, fancy albums,
musical instruments, games, etc., at bed
rock prices, at Heidepriem's.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
EIun \ CREAM FLOUR
HU N At Garlock

Don't fall TO come to the "Sock Sociap
December Goth. Everybody invited.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Fitch & Willis have just received the
largest and most complete line Of Hats
that eyer struck the town.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Don't fail to take in the elegant and
immense display of holiday goods at
Old Santa's headquarters at Heide.
priem's.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
no UuRn A COLD INV ONE DAY

Take Laxative Bromo Quinlne Tab
let's. All druggists refund the money IL
it fails to cure. E. w. Groves sigma
ture 10 on each box. 25c.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Sock Social Carrigan building, Friday,
December Goth.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Rife and shot gun ammunition of al
kinds, at Garlock's.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Best quality and latest styles in Ha
at Fitch & Willis.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Everyone is assured good time and
their moneys worth at the 'SockSocial"
Friday night.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Our line of holiday goods is the most
complete ever displayed in Custer.
Don't fail to call and examine them.
+ Heidenriem
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
DELINQUENT SALE NOTICE.

Willow Creek Mining Company. Principal
place OF business, Custer City, South Dakota.
Branch Office, LeMars, Iowa,
NOTICE.
There Is delinquent upon the following de.
scribed stock, on account OF assessment levied
on the 9TH day of November. 1899. aud assess.
ments levied October 9TH, September 7th Au.
gust 7th and July 7th, 1899, the several amounts
set opposite the names OF the respective share
holders. as follows.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

The only complete line Of Christmas
novelties at popular prices at Heide-
priem's.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Ifever the opera house was too small
to accomodate our theatre patrons it
will be Saturday night, December 23rd,
when the above roaring and successful
farce-comedy which has created more
genuine hearty laughs than any other
comedy Of like character and which has
proved a phenominal success in all
cities in which it has been played.
Everywhere it has been presented the
Standing Room Only" sign has been
required, and as it possesses such strong
drawing qualities, il is safe to guarantee
that "Gilhooley's Reception" is one Of
those jolly entertainments that every
body wants to see and should see.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Samuel Cushman. a well to do resi-
dent of Deadwood for oyer twenty years,
died on Burlington sleeper near the
town of Alliance, Nebraska, on the
morning of the l4th inst. Mr.. Cush-
man had for sometime been suffering
from an affection ofthe throat and lungs,
and in company with his wife and son
had started from Deadwood the even
ing before for Texas to spend the win.
ter. According to request Of Mr..
Cushman his remains were taken to
Denver for intcrment. where he had
resided for many years previous to COM
ing to the Hills.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

The disposition Of children largely de-
pends upon health. Ifthey are troubled
with worms, they will be irritable, cross
feverish, and perhaps seriously sick.
Whites Cream Vermfuge is worm ex'
peller and tonic to make them healthy
and cheerful. Price 25 cts. A. j. Jones
& Co.
A full and complete line of fancy
queensware, elegant Christmas presents
at Heidepriem's.
In sluggish liver, Herbine,by its ben
efcial action upon the hillary tracts
renders the bile more fluid, and brings
the liver into sound, healthy condi-
ton, thereby banishing the sense oi
drowsiness, lethargy, and the general
feeling of apathy which arise from dis
orders Of the liver. Price 80 cts. A. j
Jones q Co.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

1fyou arc looking. for pretty Christ
mas presents, don't fail to call at Heide-
priem's.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
List Of Letters.

Remaining in the Post Office at Custer, South
Dakota, for the week ending December 10th,
1893.
Mr.. Allen, Evert.
NJ. Gould, George.
NJ. Walsh, james.
Persons calling for any OF said letters ask Tor
Advertised Letters and give date of this list
VIM, G. CUBBERLY, L. NJ
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Our schools closed for the holidays
yesterday after four months OF very sue
cessful work. The attendance has been
unusually good during the whole time,
and We learn from those who are inter-
ested that the pupils are making excel
lent progress. We also learn from the
teachers that the parents are manifest
ing an unusual interest in the work Of
their children. This shows things as
they ought to be, and so long as this
state OF affairs exist we are sure of a
good school. Custer has as good talent
as any town. All it needs il to be en-
couraged and developed.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

METII0DIST.--Pr Preaching services each Sunday
Mt IL u. m. and 1880 p. m. Sunday School at 10
n. m. Junior League Sunday afternoon al 2 80
o'clock. Prayer meeting, Thursday evening
&C 1880. You are cordially invited TO these
services.
w. II. PARSONS, Pastor.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
Churches.

CONGREGATIONAL Regular services: Sun
day 10 n. m. Sunday School; II a. M. preaching
services; 1880 y. nj. Y. =. =. G. Il; p. IN.
preaching service. Thursday 1880 p. m. Pray
or meeting.
Come and worship
MRS X w RApFoRD Pastor
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

Beautiful dolls for the girls all prices
at Heidepriem's.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23
= =
Postomce Hours.

ONCE open from 7:45 a. m. TO 7:30 y. m.
Sundays-S:46 10 0:15 n. m, and one hour after
arrival OF morning mail, except during church
services.
Mail going north closes at oi5 a. m. South Q
o. IN. Bakeryille, n. m. on Tuesday and Satur-
day.
WM. G. CUBBERLY, j. M.
Custer weekly chronicle. [volume] (Custer City, S.D.) 1890-1931, 1899-12-23

II Is hereby ordered, that the foregoing Notico
OF Application for Patent be published for the
period Of GO days (ten consecutive weeksD In the
CUSTER CHRONICLE, weekly newspaper pub
lished at Custer City, South Dakota.
A. X. GARDNER Register.
First publication, December 2, 1890.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1899-03-24
THE BEST ROOM.

As we stand on that dim threshold, fresh from
the world without,
A damp my sterious odor iS lurking all about;
The grim old haircloth furniture paraded out
i'm state,
For some pretentious gathering, seems
anXiously TO wait.
IT'S such IL solemn, sacred place. it surely
seems Il sin
Upon the faded carpeting to let the sunli ght
in:
But on The wall GIint of it steals through the
shutter slide,
Touching grandiather's portrait there beside
his bonny bride.
Upon work of rare design the sunlight sheds
its rays
Wrought by two white hands turned to dust
for MANY and many day;
This Flower piece" encased in glass seemed to
my childish eyes
A thing to gaze and wonder at, and sacredly
to prize,
The tai, funeral mantel for a giant race SEEM
ed made;
Beneath it doomed the fireplace, where as a
child played;
Its blackened depths with care are decked with
grasses in a row.
Like teathery ghosts from ashes of the fires of
long ago.
My world was not within its walls, l loved the
light instead
Indeed, of its drear stateiness stood in whole
some dread:
But each loved spot upon the farm in memory
has & part.
And that old musty parlor holds its corner in
my heart,
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