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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-03-09
CASTLES IN THE AIR.
AERIAL MONASTERlEs IN ODD COR
NERs OF THE WORLD.

Built Far Alsft fer safsty-some Can Be
Reached Only by Rope and Windlass o,
Swinging Ladders-An Ideal Spot fol-
Peace and Repose.
The monasteries Of Meteora, neat
Larissa and the Gulf of Salonica, In
Turkey, are in very literalness castles
in the air. The ideal Of every monas
tory ia high, and those at Meteora
translate this aspiration into bricB
and mortar.
They were originally set far aloft
In their inaccessible situation for the
sake Of safety; but in many cases even
such prscaution has proved made.
quate. A few years ago only eight OF
the original twenty-five were inhabit'
cd, the remainder having been de-
stroyed, often by artillery fire from
commanding positions in the vicinity.
Since then St. Stephens, too, has gone
the way of the majority.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-03-09

YANG-TS E-KIANG.
Altogether, it is quite an ideal spot
for a fortnght's perfect peace and re-
pose, safe from the many worries of
our modern frantic civilization; but
let the intending visitor beware of the
numerous brigands, official and other
wise, who infest the neighborhood,
and who can be relied on to make
things extremely unpleasant for the
unfortunate tourist who should fall
into their hands.
Besides these interesting "air cas-
ties" in Turkey, there is one even more
interesting in China. 1t is the dwell
Ing place and the temple of little
band of monastic priests on the top
and side of great rock in the middle
of the Yang-tse Kiang River. 1t is q
little below Hankow and not much
visited by tourists. 1t has all the
charms of mountain home, and is one
of the most picturesque sights In Asia.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-03-09
Armor Plate.

The thickness Of armor on modern
warships is truly astonishing. The
side armor Of first class battle ship
usually varies from 1872 inches thick
at the top of the belt to 9h inches at
the bottom. The gun turrets are often
protected by armor Is inches to II
INCHES thick.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-03-09
A Curious Tfmepiece.

The very ingeniously centrived me-
ridian dial shown here formed part of
st. Peters Cathedral, Geneva, from
1850 till the renovation of the building
in 1894, and has since been restored
on the initiative of the Society of Arts.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-03-09
IN JAIL FOR DEBT.
A Debtors Prison Whore immortality
Reigned Supreme.

The Kings Bench was the largest Of
all the debtors prisons. 1t formerly
stood on the east side Of the High
street, on the site of what Is now the
second street north of st. Georges
Church, London. This prison was
taken down in 1853. and the debtors
were removed to larger and much
more commodious place on the other
side Of the street south of Liant street
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-03-09
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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-03-09

A CURIOUS TIMEPIECE.

The white spot In the centre Of the
1isk's shadow not only indicates ac-
,urately solar noon when it is bsected
by the central vertical line, but also
means solar noon when it is centrally
over the line of the figure-of-S loop,
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ON each particular day,
The Advocate and news., 1899-02-22

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You can't be sick If your blood is pure,
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purchase the regular flfty-cent or one
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The Advocate and news., 1899-02-22

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We have fine plant. Give full particulars
Address, Reform" care Advocate and
News, Topeka, KanB.
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The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

people who know how awful was the dis.
covery made by both Of them OH that
never to -be-forgotten night, when Ru-
dolph confessed to his father his love for
Marie Vetsera, and his intention OF
giving up his entire future, his lofty
rank, ami his unequalled position in or
der to marry heri
"When at dawn the Crown prince stag
ge red out from his fathers presence, his
face was gray and drawn and hsggard,
like that Of q corpse, and in his eyes.
which glittered with the burning light
Of fever, there was look Of harsh resolve
= hich betrayed not only the fact that he
was desperate man but also that he
had left behind him all hope Of the real
ization of hts mt st ardent desires.
"As to the Emperor. when bis valet
entered his room at the usual hour he
found his imperial master bowling low
over his desk, with his head piIlowed
fully dressed in the uniform which he had
worn on the previous evening, and the
servant, thinking that perchance his mas
ter had fallen Rslesp while writing, per-
mitted himself to touch him lightly on
the shoulder. What was :his fright and
amnzement when he discovered that
Franz Joseph, this man Of iron, who
never knew days sickness, WAS in "a
dead faintl
Two days later the news Of tho double
suicide reached Vienna.
The author denies most emphatically
that Rudolph killed his mistress. 1t is
her belief that the girl took her own life
while her lover was out of the room and
that he then killed himself.
No biography of recent years contains
so tragic story. A dark fats seemed
indeed to pursue eyerv member OF the
House of Hapsburz. II the author has
shown that rnnz-Joseph was much 10
blame for the Empres''s sorrowful life,
she has ALEC shown that the Emperor 5
life was even more sorrowful.
The assa ssinatlon OF the Empress at
Geneva Ia so recent that 1t requires no
further comment. The biography through
out reads like tragedy, is written from
q woman's standpoint and Is at the same
tiMe q detence and nm appreciation of
Elizabeth. In every line the author shows
her devotion to her beloved Empire IS, to
whom she he S dedicated the work.
Fiction Itself contains no more tragic
story than the one this unknown author
has recorded IL Is only another exeInpli-
tication of the old adAge: "UnessJ lies
the head that wears . crown"
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
AT SMITH COLLEGE.
Aspects of Life at n Famous schooI-The
Game of Basket hall.
Northampton, Mass, March Sth

Northampton, Mass, March Sth
This is wonderful place, this Smith
College town! The college grounds and
It's environs constitute kind Of an
"Elysia Field" where all the jewellers
seem governed by the principles of the
Golden Rule. The stranger Is enter
tanned in accordance with the biblical
code, each guest being received, as If un-
awares. he might possibly be an angel in
disguise. II information is desired, it
is not set Of giggling girls who answer
the queries with a stare, but bevy OF
digpitied maidens, who make every one
feel that in that moment there are no
prior interests, and that to respond to
wishes presented is their greatest delight.
The atmosphere Of the college is an enig
ma to all for this generous spirit per vades
the whole region about the Campus. 1t
must be that the doctrine Of the higher
law Is torn and bred In the college, and
the greater love for your neighbor: brings
such results.
10 see the morning asssmtlage In the
chapel is worth a journey here. AS the
file in for morning prayers, the impress
sion is genuine that each comes GLADLY
and that everyone feels that she is sancti-
flying the work Of Il e day by this act Of
conservation aud as the president, beloved
ty all, commends them. and all the inter
ests of the college and the world to the
Divinity that shapes all the rough ways
of life, his words fesm to each Smith girl
like an oracle from the altar of God.
The fact stands out clear and strong
that everyone of these young ladies con-
stitutes u centre Of influence, currents Of
which will hereafter flow through the
thirsty fields If the world. making of
deserts. blossoming gardens,
s Smith College does not turn out strong
minded women, tut self reliant young
ladies, who are well lifted for any POSI-
ton in life. There Is large element
here suited for hard, sJlid work, for
state smwomen and jurists and all the
worlds practical affairs There is also n
distinguished social faction, which Is
often part and parcel of the strong class
just mentioned.
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

The town hall which DR.. Charles M.
Cumston is to give to the town of Mon
mouth is to be q model structure of its
kind and an example of what munici.
pal building should be. The cost will be
alb ,ut SEQ, 200.
The style Of architecture Of the build
ing Is to be Romanesque. The building
will have frontage of l22 feet and there
will be tower so feet in height. On the
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
AGENTS WANTED.

old ESTABLISHED house extending it's
" agency force wants capable men and
wO men to travel and appoint a :ents Salary
$15. month and expenses. Some for local work
ply with reference. BUTLER & ALGER, New
Haven, Conn. Apr1-S
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
HELP WANTED.

Mattresses, kitchen girls and all
w kinds of hotel help. Don't be misled.
We do not charge anything unless we get you
position. Orders are coming in every day.
DIRIGD EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATION,
Room 4. So Exchange ST.. Portland. Ne. 29-i
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

room and other town offices from the
main part of the building, and covered
passage or carriage porch Will connect
them. Wood furnaces will be used for
heating purposes. The foundation is to
be laid of Jay granite, but the building
will be of wood and not granite as previ-
ously reported. The site is not known,
but will probably be on or near that of
the old town building, which will bs
sold.
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

WANTED-A man that Thoroughly under
w stands packing corn 10 take charge OF
corn factory the coming tail; must come well
recommended. Liberal pay will be given TO the
right man. Address A. &. +. b. YOUNG,
Hiram. mar2Sdtt
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

WANTED-At once. man who thoroughly
w understands nickel and silver plating.
Write a. once to BIDDEFORD PLATING CO,
Box 146 Biddeford, Me. SOL
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

ENTIRELY NEW-Very practical, novel ne
II cessity; reliable experienced statesmen TO
grow up with us best thing money ever bought
+. II. ABBOTT, Stale Mgr. at Preble House
from 10 a. m. 10 p. H., Thursday, March Soth,
1857. 29l
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
LOST AND FOUND.

EOUND-If the lady that rode in my sleigh
j. from Forest Avenue, Woodfords one day
last week, and left at corner of Preble and Con
gress streets will call at 10 Spring street,
Woodfords, she ca n have the pocketbook she
dropped in the sleigh. feb23dtf
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

WANTED-MA ALE HELP.

"ANTED-American young man with mod
w crate capital 10 take an interest in an es-
tablished cash business. Must give real name
and references. Address A. b.. Box 4Si, Port
land Me. 31-l
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

ground floor there win be caucus hall,
large and oommodious. for holding oil
public town meetings and similar gather.
ings. There will also be on this floor, a
library, reading and reception rooms with
lavatories. The whole second floor will
be large opera house with opera chairs
and the usual furnishings. The entrance
to this floor will be by the tower. The
windows will be OF cathedral glass. A
driveway win separate the selectmen's
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

nor SALE-Look at this. New two-story,
L six room house and 5000 feet of land In
Deerng for s14e0. Only 500 down. balance
only S1i per month, Don't wait until some one
bnys it away from you. c. B. DALTON, 90
Exchange ST. 29-i
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

NOR SALE-Modern out-of-town residence.
Il situated nine miles from Portland. beauff-
fully located. slopng to ths south, in the pretty
town Of Windnam; ten Ia re rooms and bath in
main horse, finished In cypress, hot water
heat. two large treplaces; large, attractive
veranda, with magnificent lawns; large. spac-
ious stable accommodations; also cottage
house of seven rooms for gardener; elegant
well. with U. = windmill; can be lighted by
electricity forty acres of fertile land in good
state Of cultivation. neatly surrounded by wire
modernly equipped and arranged. and can only
be appre ciated by seeing II in person; the new
electric railroad from westbrook to Harrison
will run within twenty rods Of this property
For further particulars apply to GT0RGE.
CAMEL. First National Bank Building.
Portland, Me. 2lu
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

NOR SALE-An established business that for
Il the amount invested cannot be beaten !;
small capital 50 per cent profit on all sales.
Full particulars given on inves igation
LLEWELLYN NJ. LEIGHTON, 53 Exchange
ST., Portland. 2e-i
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

EOR SALE-House No. AZ Prospect street.
i Woodfords. modern improvements, most
slightly spot in Woodfords district This house
was bnilt 10 live in. not 10 sell. Lot 60xll4 If
not sold Immediately will be rented furnished.
Cali or address A. II. ADAMS. AZ Prospect ST.,
Woodfords PSI
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

MAN OR LADY to travel and appoint agents.
4NH Established firm. $50 per month ami all
expenses to start. Mfr, Box 1913, Phila.. ra.
mar29W&S4w
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

L nine room house on Eastern Promenade
Tor $500. Corner lot, sewer. Sebago, heated
windows and piazza. Only $1,000 down. balance
to suit you. c. B. DALTON, 90 Exchange St
29-l
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

f,ALL AND SEE the most wonderful life
" reaaer on earth. A call will convince you
of her wonderful, power in revealing pass pres
ent and future. No questions asked. Lincoln
Park House. sci Congress St, Portland, Me.
3f-i
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

WANTED man or lady TO travel and ap-
w point agents. Salary $T5 per month and
expenses. Century, 3943 Market ST. Phi.a., Pa.
mar25d 1aw2wS
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

EOR RENT-whole house, sO7 Congress ST..
Il 9rooms and bath. Price $500 and water
per year. All modem improvements. Apply
to A. c. LIBBY & CO., AZ IL Exchange street.
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

USGGS FOR HATCHING-Barred Plymouth
II Rocks ana White wyandottes. The best
layers of brown eggs have been selected each
prlze winning strains IN the country; prices
right. L. II. MERRILL, Cumberland Center.
Me. 291
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

DOR REN Farm near Portland and cleo
l. trio cars; about 80 acres OF land. shade and
fruit trees house of Is rooms. steam heat, etc. :;
barn and outbuil0ings rent low as an induce
ment 10 desirable party. Apply, Real Estate
ONCE. First National Bank Building FRED
ERlCk =. VAIL. PSI
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

NOR RENT-Office, suitable for physician or
Il dentist, considered one OF the finest loca-
lions on Congress ST. near Congress Square;
also two rooms suitable for n club-nearby.
For full particulars apply at once TO Rea Is
tate office First National Bank. FREDERICK
). VAIL. 2991
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

EOR SALE OR EXCHANGE-Jewelrys store,
Il house and stable, all connected in the best
location in Cornish Village. Large safe and
show cases with store. VIII exchange for city
property. Inquire of A. c. LIBBY x CO.. a. =
Exchange street. 2s-1
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

ITO LET-Two rents No. IA Clifton ST..
L Woodfords down stairs $780, upstairs
5000. W. e.. Two rents No A Elmwood Place,
Deering Ave, rooms. bath room each; up
stairs and down $1,000. N. S. GARDINER, SO
Exchange st. 201
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

Il ly painted, etc. Also one double driving
harness, costom made, rubber trimmed. For
0e by HALVES, Ala Congress st. 29l
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
neutrality-suspicious.,

NANTED-Posilion in an Office as book
w keeper or assistant; first class references.
Address r. Boom 8. 800 Congress ST. Zebra
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

TOR SALE-New house on william street.
II Oskdale, first house from Forest avenue.
fine location. has eight rooms with bath. cleo
trio lights and large attic. sun all day,
Thoroughly built, everything desirable. will be
sold at a bargain IL applied for at once. In
Quirea at No. 1870 FOREST AVENUE. PSI
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

Tor SALE-For investment, modern built
j brick block located within one minutes
walk OF City Hall. occupied by good tenants
paying s21Go per annum. Price $4,000. $4,000
mortgage will be taken at IL per cent Must
be sold 10 close an estate. W. III. WALDRON.
$50 Middle st. 2Sl
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

EOR SALE-ls0 yards best quality Brussels
Il carpet. little used; / uipiicate mirror.
large size; la dozen ladies' dress forms: ~
dozen chfldren's clothing forms. HASKELL
& JONES, Lancaster building Monument
square. "a q
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

5000 Daily introducing new Gasight Burners
for kerosene lamps. no chimney; outfit free.
Perfection Gas Burner Co., Cincinnati, o. IL
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

xNANTED-A nurse girl with good reference
w one that can board and room at home.
MRS. n. G. EARL. l59 High st. PSI
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

Two LET-Store on Congress St.. best locality.
Il Address c. p, this ONCE. 29i
ITO LET-Desirable tenements of five, six and
l. seven rooms centrally located. Price $40,
si1 and ST. per month. By J. c. W0ODMAN,
% Exchange St 29-i
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
ELIZABETH OF AUSTRIA.
The Unhappy Life Of the Wife Of
AuStria's Emperor.
THE ROMANCE OF HER YOUTH AND
ITS TRAIN OF SORROW.

She Was the victim of Envy and Malice
the Neglect OF Her Royal Husband
and the Troubles of Recent Years
Her Life as Described by One OF Her
Friends.
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

fNO LET-Lower rent 81 Quebec, rooms
Il SIG upper rent S15 IS Beckett, lower rent
> rooms, sill; 2s4 Congress. upper rent rooms
$3.50. Inquire of A. G. LIBBY & CO.. AZ 2
81. 291
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
TOILET.

Forty words inserted under this head
one week for a5 cents cash In advance.
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

no LET-Nice new up stairs tenement of six
l. rooms and bath with steam heat TO small
family. Apply at NO 149 BRACKET ST.
oSl
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

II trimmed harness, used ona season. both in
fine condition. Buggy medium weight drop,
axle, carmine undergear, black body. full back
cash at two-thirds cost. Bargain TO one want
ing good goods Call or write. EUGENE /.
SMITH. No. IL Rochester St, Cumberlani
Mills, or SO Exchange ST., City. 29-l
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

VNO LET--5 room lower rent No. 50 PreOle ST.
i $40; whole house No, 90 .Danforth contain
ing 3 rents SIS per month; 81 Danforth. rents
$50 per month. n. S. GARDINER. 50 Exchange
ST. 2T-l
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

L,OR SALEs-A few more OF those light and
II mediu6n grocery and express wagons, sane
at the last, just the same. Carriage repairing
speciality. ]. NAM. 63 Preble st 2sl
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

dor SALE-A nicely located property on
II Munjoy HUI comprising three frst class
medium priced rents of rooms eachi sunny
exposure. 10 per ceht investment amer pay
log taxes. water and Insurance. Han OF pur-
chase price can remain on mortgage J, Desired
Apply to A. {. LIBBY & CO., ~ IL Exchange
81 291
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01

ITO LET-Lowerl rent new house Cor, Forest
Ave. and Clifton SITS, Woodfords, heat,
electric lights. bath room and cemented cellar
sun all day. Inquire HOMER L. MARKS, No.
80 Exchange St. city. 27-l
The Portland daily press., 1899-04-01
FEMALE BELP WANTED.

capable girl for general
w housework also young girl to care for
children; good references required Call at
81 ~ Exchange St, rooms Sand 4, between IL
and IL a. IN. and 3 and p. m. today. 3l-l