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Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
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Detroit may reduce thu Interest paid
on deposits t0 ? per cent. Six months
ago they reduced the rate OF interest
from I TO 3 per cent.-New York
Herald.
Is this truth or fiction?
Things are not as bad as this
in New York. None of the
great savings banks there are
paying less thar 3 per cent,
and even that is a very meagre
rate. The great majority of
savings banks pay 81 per
cent, and some still pay 4 per
cent. But even the highest
rate paid by such institutions
is not as high as that
guaranteed by the Equitable
Society under one of its con-
tracts at maturity, and those
who are trying to save money
will do well to send for a
BOOKLET describing the 90
YEAR GoLD DEBENTUREs
issued and guaranteed by the
Equitable Society strongest
in the world-surplus fifty
millions) which pay
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
THERE we're 39s colored commissioned

THERE were 39S colored commissioned
officers and 9.76l colored privates and
non-commissioned officers serving among
the volunteers during the Spanish war.
The Ninth and Tenth cavalry and the
Twenty fourth and Twenty-6fth infan.
try OF the regular army are composed Of
colored men under white officers, aggre.
eating about $500.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

DURING the past year the city collected
from fines over $4,000. This large sum
Of city revenue IL due TO the faithful and
energetic work Of Marshal McMillin and
the present police force. IL new man
Ia to be put In the msrshais office. the
Law. abiding people hope he will be the
equal OF the present marshal in preserv'
Ing order.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

" you want to help The CITIZEN give
Albuquerque the grsndest and most ju.
dicious advertising the metropolis ever
had. plant the nature Of your business in
the city directory Of 1899. 1t will be
published In about three weeks. and there
will be important illustrations scattered
throughout the pages.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

NEW YORK city consumed In 1898
1882. l06 cans OF milk, which amount
was worth ti7.45s,7 1853 This milk comes
to New York from all over the state, and
the report shows that the production Of
milk has doubled in ten years and that
the butter and cheese farms are gradu.
ally being turned into milk producing
districts,
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

The twenty millions Spain receives
from the United States Is to be used for
the construction OF ten iron clsds. 1t
may therefore properly be called q sink
ing fund.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
WHEN

Whether on pleasure bent or on bust.
ness. take on every trip a bottle OF Syrup
OF Figs, a. II acts most pleasantly and
effectuslly on the kidneys, liver and bow.
els, preventing %feyers, headaches and
other forms OF sickness. For sale In 80.
cent bottles by all leading druggists,
Manufactured by the California Fig
Syrup Co.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
And also 1904 SO for warrants issued but

loldl'sssss'tss1. .ss sss. fssssrsr 10000 Nleu 90
And also 1904 SO for warrants issued but
not presented during the last admins
tration.
We have expended during the past
year In the suppression Of smallpox the
sum OF S3,S02 90. and have received from
care OF railroad patients and a patient
from Arizona In our hospital the sum Of
1892. leaving the net cost TO the city for
this purpose f3,l79b9. OF this amount
t622 80 was expended In the erection ~
u hospital for this class OF cases. well ap-
pointed TO the care OF contagious dis.
eases. The city has paid for electric
lights during this year 4 1850, All item OF
expense not borne last year. la ad-
diti0n, we have purcha 'ed a new hose
wagon at a cost OF 1904 80, aud have
placed the sprinkling wagon In first class
condition at an expense OF tlls.
The treasurer's report shows a larger
balance than IL here shown. This il ac.
counted for by the fact that we have ia.
sued warrants for the rent OF the city
building for the frst quarter OF last year
and for the four quarters OF the present
year, amounting 10 tl.l25 90. which have
not been delivered or paid, AZ the money
Is claimed by two persons, each claiming
10 be the owner OF the building. The
money Ia held by the city IN stakeholder
until the ownership IL decided, and can
not be considered In estimating our bal.
ances. Other warrants amounting 10
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

The newly created county of Mckinley,
with Gallup as the county seat, will
grow and prosper. Mckinley county
has more than san Juan and
O.ero counties, and has more resources
nan Eddy, Chaves aud Union counties
had when they were created.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

THE CITIZEN never follows-it always
leads, and Nh illustrated city directory.
neatly printed with we'll displayed sd-
vertisements. will indeed be a novelty in
its line. Therefore. look for the city di.
rsctory OF Albuquerque Tor the year 1899,
" Itch will soon be- issued from this
Ht,a
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

Sealed proposals will be received by the
board of county commissioners for the
county Of B~ernalillo, at or before the
hour OF 10 o'clock, Monday MAY I 1899.
Tor plumbing at the court hOHse aud jan
of said county. Specifications may be
seen OF the office Of the clerk Of said
board at Albuquerque The said board
hereby reserves the right TO rel 'ct any or
all OF said proposals, The board also
agrees TO pay the contract price u the
lowest bidder in full.
JAMES A.. SUMMERS.
Clark BOARD ~ County Commissioners.
Albuquerque, n NJ, April ~, 1899,
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

Happy is the man or woman who can
eat a good hearty meal without suffering
atterwsrd. II you cannot do it, take
KoDoL DYSPEPSIA CURE. 1t digests
what you eat, and eur all forms OF Dys-
pesia and Indigestion. Berry's Drug Co.,
AlbuquerQue. n, M,
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

The new city council starts out with a
large balance In the treasury and under
most favorable conditions. II economy
Is used the city Indebtedness can be re-
duced at least $4,000 the coming year
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

Newest styles and pattern. We have a
full line OF sample carpets Of John. v.
Farwell Co. Chicago. We sell carpets at
Chicago prices. one hundred and
twenty samples to select from, Golden
Rule Dry Goods Co.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

by allowing the accumulation in the
towels T. remain. the entire system il
poisoned. DeWitt's Little Early Risers
regulate the bowels. Try them and you
will always Use them, Berry's Drug Co.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
Free liza, bor JubiIes Gel, brs,ion.' Los
Angeles, al, April gG-2s.

For the above occasion ticket will b,
sold from Albuquerque 10 Los ADgele,
and return for fi0. Tickets will be- OF
sale April "a and %; good only for con.
tinuOns passage In each direction, will
final limit OF thirty days from date OF
sale. W. Is. Trull, agent
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

CHICAGO has n policeman to about
700 population and the total area OF the
city divided by the number Of policemen
gives about six tenths OF q square mile
TO each policeman.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

Teaspoons, dessert spoons, table
spoons and forks OF solid white
metal and extra plaled with silver
metal, only IS cents a package.
Donahos Hardware Co.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
A Gond Inye.tment.

Gilt edge and safel A $40 suit for
spring and summer; six styles; all bar
gains. Simon stem, the Railroad ave-
nue. clOthier.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
Ranch for REM.

A good ranch. located between The
Jemez aud Sulphur hot springs. for rent
for a period OF four years on easy terms.
Address, Mrs. G, Kelly, WinslOw, A. L.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
Lost

Lost-Large sorrel Glley; two white
feet; white stockings hind feet; white
haiti moon on forehead; white tip on
nose. Liberal reward for information of
the animal. Jamea McCOTristOn.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

The committee also reported fayorabIy
on a number OF bills. with the prOyisu
that they are not to be paid until The
next quarter. The report was adopted.
The following statement OF City Treas
urer John Trimble, showing the receipts
and disbursements for the year, was
ordered spread upon the minutes:
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
For Your spring K~enovsting You win

My stock OF wall paper and picture
moulding, contains no old stock. New
designs and %colors, from the most arts.
tic deslg ners in ths best qualities may
always be- found at my store. c. A. Hud.
son, No. llS north Second street.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

BROOM CORN advanced $40 per ton at
Chicago this week, owing to the forms-
ton OF the new broom trust.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

Il makes no difference how bad the
wound II you use DeWitt's With Hazel
Salye; 1t will quickly heal and leave no
scar. BeTry's Drug Go.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

1T il clearly evident that Boss Croker
and ex-senator Quay should form q po-
litical trust.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

REPORTS are flying about Washington
TO the effect that General Wheeler is TO
be made military governor Of Manila.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

The wal with spain lasted 800 days,
but the lighting was finished In ll6.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

NEW sidewalks are needed in every
part OF the city.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

Bill of Electric Light Company
expense of tire alarm system in
CURED by las, administration,...uS 23I g
Fees of Assessor Hubbell for taxes
received by the city IN month of
July, 1897, and January, February
and March OF lsDs, and OF Assess
Or Arm lO for taxes paid to city IN
March, lses ..;... ,......... 250 2
Rent uf city hall for quarter ending
April /, 1sps ..........".;",..' 225 u
SuDdry bills for expenses of last adj
ministration, including salaries of
officials from April | 10 April IL,
1897 35u O
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

BY active work just now a big fair can
be held In this city next fall.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
PROFESSIONAL CARDS.
SPANISH TEACHING.
DENTISTS

OF City of Mexico, desires a class of Spanish
scholars Leave orders az Dr.. Dumas office,
corner of Sc Ond street and Copper avenue.
Terms moderate,
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

DURING the past year the city reduced
its bonded debt 5000.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

A RMlJO BLOCK, opposite Ilfeld Bros.
"a Office hours; 3 a. m. to ~ 80 .. n: / $50
.. m, to b y. m. Automatic telephone No.
i62 Appointments made by mail.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
L. II. OHAMnEKLIN, u ID, 4,


Doom 2. CROMWELL BLOCK. ALBU-
IL querque, New Mexico. Office hours. Oto
IL "A. M. 1 to @ y. IN.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
. SIIPERR 6
ALBUQuERQUE. n. M.

or Easter gifts and greetings In odd
fancies in RABBITS, Easter eggs, cards,
etc, wa are showing IN Our counters.
Our selections in Eater cards wa have
in a charming panorama Of beauty that
will please aud Interest those who wish
to send inexpensive remembTances TO
friends or loved ones,
-w-K IN rItrHs ~ ~ y
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

This amount should DO deducted iron
expenses OF the present administration,
leaving the cost Of paying current ex-
penses OF present year Of t22, 502.67.
In addition we have paid the following
amounts for interest accruing during the
past administration. to-wit:
Interest on sewer bonds due December
/, lhhs ....... .. go. ..,s",."&2f 90
Interest on bonds of lsss, due January
/, lsDs,.........".."........... $50 90
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

EAsrFpDAYN rAsrrRDAY.

ELECTRICITY AND DISEASES OF
a. women q specially, office aud residence,
No. 5lp North Second street, office hours from
[ tn 4 L. IN.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
PHYSICIANS.
DIR. r. q.

INV ~ " IN TNTWNFI
LGE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT SPE-
II cialist, n, 4, Atmtlu building, rooms 10
and ~, Albuquerque, y. NJ, office hours .
to ~ a. m : 2tO o p. m.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

X CHAMBERS 4 BABOoCK,
GRANT BLOCK, CORNER OF RAIL
" road avenue and Third street. Ohice
hours . a, m to . 3, IN, Appointments
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
SCIENCE OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE.
Treatise No. 3.

The only complete work on this topic
ever printed In the English language. Tells
all alb utthe Chinese system of medicine, its
founding aud early history, It's important
secrets acquired through viyisection, its won.
GeTtul pulse diagnosis, its uniform use of
rapid progfrss In the United States, rs emf.
nent leading practitioners, It's novel theories
the origin, causes aud treatment of many of
prevalent diseases, and the experiences of its
patrons In Southern California, Also gives
valuable hints and advice on diet and Ways
of living.
ISNALUABLE To I~NVALIDS-
IsrEREsTISG To ALL,
2iS pages, printed on heavy book paper,
In clear r. adable type, nicely bound, Illus
trated, Sent free ON application, Also blank
to DE filled out for home treatment
THE FU0 AID Wing HERB CO.,
oO3 =. Olive St.. Los Angeles, Cal.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
". "a nnpE. M NJ

OFFICE and residence, No. fl2 west Gold
" avenue. Telephone No, %. ONCE hours
& to 8 a. m; i:2Ot Co $3.50 and 2 90 g p, m.
q. ), yesterday, Al. ID, J, $, yesterday, NJ. ID.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

Refriserators, largest assortment
ever brought to this market, IS to
$50. Donahoe Hardware.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

OFFICE HOURS-unul a, n. and from
1880 10 8 $50 and from z To D.. m. Office
and r%esIdeqcey 22O west Gold avenue, Albu.
n, NJ,
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

H"NT 'TnIhIhF'
Our spring line Of boys suits you will
md fully up % the times The goods we
offer have that neat and nRtty apDear-
auce that n hoy delights in our prices
are reasonable. h l.. Nashburn q Co.
Don't think you can cure that slight
attack OF Dyspepsia by dieting, or that II
will cure itself, kodOl Dyspepsia cure
WILL cure II; II "digests what you eat"
aud restores the digestive organs TO
health. Berry's Drug Co.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
OLD AND Nav CITY COUNCILS.
Annual Reports Of treasurer and Finance
Committee Spread Upon the Records.
TIE MAYORS APPOINTMENTS.

The democrats Of the city had their
inning al the meeting OF the new city
council last night. Mayor Marion pre-.
sented the names Of the men he had de.
cided upon for the various city offices and
every n OF them was n democrat.
There was Horton Moore for city attor-
ney; Dr. j.. y. Pearce for city physician;
Miguel Martinez, Boston Barnhill and G..
NJ. Tyler for policemen. The names of
Otto Mann and H.. \ knight were pre-.
scented SUCCESSFULLY for the position OF
chief but we're both rather uuceremO-
niously rejected by the council and
Marshal McMillin still holds over.
THE L COUNCIL.
The old council was called to order by
D. n. Marion. president OF tho council,
In the absence OF Mayor Clancy. There
were present Aldermen Neustadt, kieke,
Johnston. Tierney. Marion, Lombard0
and Burkhart.
The reading OF the minutes we're dis.
pensed with. New bills were referred TO
the proper committees.
A petition from ". W. Strong for the
grade on the corner OF Fifth street and
railroad avenue was referred 10 the
street committee.
A petition from Enrique Benevides for
pay at the rate OF IS per day for nursing
u city patient, wss referred TO the finance
committee.
A bid from Mrs. u. Traney to feed city
prisoners for twelve cents q meal was re-
ferred to the police committee.
The report OF the city clerk showed the
amount collected from licenses In April
to be $27S 20.
rh..u., - A. .i., ,soaa,.or ,h,uroa
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
JoHNsrON A FINIOAL.

A TTORNEY.AT.LAW Once, room q n,
~ 7 Amiiu building. Will practice In an
the courts of the territory,
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

See our line for 80. May ~ Fabsr.
carpet dealers.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

ALBUQUERQUE, APRIL is. 1889
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
DisBUR sRMENTs.
War'nts heretofore drawn
by present administra-
Leaving a balance after paying
all current expenses of the city
tAAus. "a "a a

The warrants drawn by this council
are not all for expenses of this admin
istration, and the actual expenses OF run
ming the city is less by tl.065 SO than
sho wn by the foregoing statement. in
this:
Included In the warrants drawn are the
following itpms.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

ATIOKNtl.AI-LAW OfIce over ko9'
~ euson's grocery store, Albuquerque, N NJ.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

nERNAup ). ROnEY,

A TTORNkH-AT-LAW Albuquerque, n.
"a NJ, Prompt attention given 10 all bust.
ness pertaining TO the profession, Wll pfac-
ucr Ia all courts of tine territory and before the
lnltrd stAlra IAnN MlL.r.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

&C FIELDER Us FIELDER,
fIELnER a FIELnER,
Attorneys al Law,
Silver CITY, n. Nj.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18

A TTORNEY-AT-LAW rooms and 3, n.
"A T. AmIu building, Albuquerque, \ NJ.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
ENAnK w. CLANNN.

A TT-kNEG-AT-LAW, Albuquerque, y.
n N, Ohice, first National Bank building
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-04-18
r. ". u BRYAN,

A TTORNEIS-AT- LAW, Albuquerque, n,
a M, Office rooms b aud 3, First National
Bank building.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1899-09-07

In 1894 two travellers met st the en-
trance TO Jerusalem . digniHed English
man and . genial young American mis-
sionsry. They were strangers TO each
other snd informally entered into convef
sstion. Passing the wall which surrounds
the hallowed spot. the American flung
himself from his donkey and. snstching
some leaves. said. with = glowing face:
Seel ! have found some sacred hyssop.
Sorry TO undeoeive you. said the impef
turbsbls Euglishmsn, but that is merely
our old fashioned chickweed.
In smother hour they parted. good
nstursdly and, rs they had met, strangers.
Early 10 April. 1899. two men stood
side by side gszng into the crypt where
lies the body OF General Grant Neither
of them noticed the other until the inci
dental remsrk OF one. "Undoubtedly
great msup uttered 10 tones OF sincerity,
caused tbaother TO look up. A look OF
mutual recognition WAS the result.
Well, WE'LL Old hyssop-on. the-wsll,
said the speaker.
Say. friend, ssh the missionary. l srri'
ed in New York from Japan last night.
There's 81 900 on deposit for me in the
bank, but not . soul here knows me, snd !
need the money. Will you identity me'
OF course l will. said the Eng glishmsn
and be glad to do It What 10
your nsms9
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1899-09-07

A we'll known Chicago publisher. speak
ing Of scenes and incidents 10 that city 10
the trying days after the big 6re. said
The great fire was . thing OF the recent
past and the down town portion OF the
city q sceue Of the greatest confusion. A
bout nine O'Clock in the evening, while on
my way TO my home 10 the west division
| was sccosted by man OF respectable sp
pesrauce, who asked me 10 give him the
price OF lodging.
I'm not a bsggsr. said be, but I'm 10
hard luck A man told me thst some
Mssons we're 10 session over this way. II
| could fud them would be all right.
happen TO know lodgeroom on Canal
street, where there is Q meeting tonight.
said l. Come along, I'll take you around
there.
The place reached, | conducted him up
long flight OF stairs and knocked st .
door,
I'm not Mason. said | TO 3 man who
seemed to be acting 10 the capacity Of 8
guard, but I've run across one Of your
fraternity who seems 10 be in hard luck,
l take II you'll be glad 10 do something
for him.
Congrstulstina myself on having done
good act. pushed my chance scqusin
tsnce forward and refreshed toward the
stairway. A whispered conversation fol
lowed, when the guard exclaimed;
You're not Freemssonl
No. replied my late charge, but I'm >
stone mason out OF job.
The rosr OF laughter that issned from
the half closed door msde me wish my
self Mason. As 1t was, | hurriediy
quilted the place.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1899-09-07
'Aufooratic Judges.

No man probably can be placed in I
more perplexing position than judge
who has TO deal with ignorant and dull
witted jurors. A jury Of this kind o
men in Western court brought in We,
dict Of mo. guilty, but commended to
the mercy OF the court
The late Judge Hawkins. q Iesrned but
eccentricEoglish Judge. when the verd ict
did not suit him. sometimes took the dc
cision into bis owb hands. After . long
trial Of = civil case, In which the possession
OF some property was contested, the jury.
against the law and the evidence. upsni
mously found for the plaintiff Justice
Hawkins listened to the verdict 10 amaze
ment, and then with shiug, said:
II tax es thirteen men to rob q man OF
his house. The suit is decided 10 favor cf
the deiepdent.
A certain Justice Lset 10 Pennsy ylvanis,
ia the early part OF this century, was
equally aniocrstic 10 his decisions. The
country was newly settled by Scotch. Irish
Presby terians, a class OF just and religious
but irsscible men. When they brought
into bis court divorce or civil csses which
had grown out OF qusrrels with their
wives or neighbors, they we're not inire
quently met by a refusal TO listen TO their
complaints.
! will hear no statement concerning this
case from any lawyer. Do you two quar-
relsome fools 60 home. shut yourselves up
together, and pray to Almighty God to
help you TO see the truth. Then then
talk the matter over quietly alone. lyon
then can't come TO an agreement, you may
60 TO law about it.
Tradition states that but small percent
Of these applicants ever came again before
him.