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The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Sheriff Hebert is putting up. a
large store building on the north west
corner of East and Vermilion streets,
which we understand will be occu-
ped as a grocery by Louis Stat
ford.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Judge Theo. D. Fay sentt to this Of
nee . large stalk Of cane. The cane
mas t"enty-one large red joints, fully
matured, and the Judge says that it
Is the smallest cane be could find on
Celonel A. L. Monpot's Vapfrey
piantation.-Jeanerette Herald.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

The Planters Rice Mill Of this
Guy, has some choice seed rice for
sale at prices that are the most
reasonable consistent with honest
values. Special attention is called to
.ne'r I'D ON the fourth page Of this
issue.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20
Stops the Cough
and Works OTthe Cold.

Laxative Bromo-Quinine Tablets cnre %
S e IN one day. No Cure, No Pay. Price
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Work on the new Jail building has
been progressing rather slow during
TIE past week, due to, the lnclement
weather and scarcity Of materials.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

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Orr Moss, of Esther, was in town
Saturday.
Isaac Wise has left Abheville, and
is now on his way to Europe.
Carter Smith, of Gueydan, spent a
day or two here during the last
week.
A. T. Leleu, of Delcambre, tran.
saeted business in this city Wednes-
day.
Ned Bergman, now of Kaplan,
was on our streets. Monday on bust
ness.
DR.. George w. Scranton, of Roy
vile, was in town a couple of days
this week.
Clerk of Court Simonet Leblanc
and little son Walter, spent several
days this week in, New Orleans.
Deputy Sheriff Albert Hebert is
now the proud father of a fine baby
girl born last week.
Felix Laurents, of Laurents, spent
several days r. Abbeyille this week
on business.
Robert Hildebrandt and w. r..
Ellis have gone to Chenere al Tigre
and will return for Christmas,
Constable H. Bascomb Lyons was
among the many callers at our Office
during the week.
j. HI. Lutgrlng left last night for
Moweaqua, ILL.,, to be gone some
time.-Jennings Times.
Miss Leila Leblanc has returned to
her home in this city, after a most
pleasant visit with. friends in Jean
erette..
Paul Schexnayder, apopular young
man of Jeanerette, arrived Saturday
last and spent a couple of days with
friends.
Miss Mary Bussey, an accom-
plished young lady of Erath, is the
guest of. Abbeyllle friends this
week,
"Bill" Staples and Ed Mahony re-
turned to Crowley last Saturday,
after a stay of some four or five days
in our city.
w. L. Doss, a prominent merchant
of Gueydan, vas here Tuesday and
Wednesday attending court.
Mr.. Workman, a special agent of
the. FRANKLIN Life Insurance Cons
pany, of Springfield, ILL.,, was here
this week.
Superintendent Kitchell spent seve-
raj days this week in New Orleans
on business. before, the Supreme.
Court.
Captain Thomas G.. Brigham, of
Kaplan, has moved out on the old
Segura place on Lake Simonet, and
will farm rice. out there next year.
Judge Trahan. of Henry, was
one of the many business visitors in
our midst last Saturday. He remem-
bered us by-a pleasant CALL.
President Eli Wise and Cashier L.
o. Broussard, of the Bank of Able
vile, left Tuesday for. New Orleans
on business connected with the
bank.
Mfs. J. A.. Nereaux returned to
her. home in New, iberia Monday
afternoon. after spending a short
while. in this city at. the home of her
Mrs. w. w. Mazfeld and
family.
William Taylor Moss visited friends
and relatives near Erath Sunday, and
at New Iberia on Monday and Tues
day, also attending to business mat
tiers at the latter place.
Justin c. Daspit, formerly of this
place, but now of Breaux Bridge,
spent a couple of days here during
the week on business and pleasure.
He returned to his new place of abode
Wednesday,.
Deputy Sheriff Archie M. Rose
of Gueydan, spent several days in
town this week, combining business
with pleasure. He has recently
been on the sick list, but thanks to
nnod mndinal assistance he is him
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

On Sunday, December 2Sth, the
famous Georgia Ministries will make
.le'r initial appearance at the Opera
House In this city. .
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

There will be a matinee perfor-
nance at the Opera, House this
afternoon at $3.50 o'clock.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Today is the day to pay your
poll tax.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Felix j. Samson has been appoint
Cd a notary public, by, Governor
Heard,
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Fine Christmas presents for old and
young, at pricss in reach of every
body at GoDARD's.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Fine Dolls, cheap, at GopARD's.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Come ard inspect Jul fine line of
= ~ v.
Holiday Goods. GoDARD's
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

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Sseeeeee@eeee
Next Thursday is Christmas.
A Merry Christmas to you!
Have you paid your poll tax2
Toys! Toys!! Of all kinds at
GoDARD's.
Pay your poll tax if you want to
vote.
Some genuine winter weather this
week.
Have about that present for your
best girl?
Do the right thing by paying your
poll tax.
Madame Merle, a celebrated trance
medium and palmist, is in town.
Come ard inspect our fine line of
Holiday Goods. GoDARD's
Don't dlsfranchise yourself, but
pay, your'poll tag;
Read the remarkable offer of the
Atlanta Constitution on the fourth
gage ; ''
Robira, Carmouche & Samson
have a neat new sign in front of their
place of business.
Remember the benefit performance
al the Opera House tomorrow (Sun-
day. night.
Elegant line Holiday presents,
cheap, at s. GooARD's.
Felix j. Samson has been appoint
ed a notary public by, Governor
Heard
There will be a matinee perfor-
nance at the Opera. House this
afternoon at $3.50 o'clock.
Work on the new Jail building has
been progressing rather slow during
TIE past week, due to, the lnclement
weather and scarcity Of materials.
STOPS the Cough
and Works OTthe Cold.
Laxative Bromo-Quinine Tablets cnre a
% cents
On Sunday, December 28th, the
famous Georgia Ministries will make
their initial appearance at the Opera
House In this city.
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Sheriff Hebert is putting up a
large store building on the north west
corner of East and Vermilion streets,
which we understand will be occu-
ford.
The Planters Rice Mill, of this
CITY, has some choice seed rice for
Yale at prices that are the most
reasonable consistent with honest
values. Special attention is called to
.ne'r ad on the fourth page of this
issue.
Judge Theo. D. Fay sent to this Of.
nee 9 large stalk Of cane. The cane
mas t"enty-one large red joints, fully
matured, and the Judge says that it
Is the smallest cane he could find on
Coionel A. L. Monnot's Vaufrey
p'antatlon.-Jeanere,te Herald.
Wo~4
"anted-Faithful person to travel
iGf well established house in, a few
counties, calling on retail merchants
aug agents. Local territory. Salary
S102a q y
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Remember the benefit performance
al the Opera House tomorrow (Sun-
day. night.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Elegant line Holiday presents,
cheap, at GooARD's.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Madame Merle, a celebrated trance
medium and palmist, is in town.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Don't dlsfranchise yourself, but
pay your poll tax.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Do the right thing by paying your
poll tax.
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Read the remarkable offer of the
Atlanta Constitution on the fourth
gage.:'. ','' :"
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1902-12-20

Robira, Carmouche & Samson
have a neat new sign in front of their
place OF business.
The colored American., 1902-07-05
The Seventh Day Adven,ists.

Rv l. o. shesfe, an evangels', Of
the Seventh Day AdvenEsts, is holding
well attended meetings every evening
in tent. corner R and 18Th streets
northwest. He argues his faith in n
saOQuent manner and is q singer rf
ability. He 1s IS listed in the musc by
his wife, who like hImself il q grsdu
ate of Wsyland Seminary. Rev. Shesfs
6pGan his ministerial raer fourteen
years ago Is Bsptisr, but changing
his religious views, sine 1896 be hss
lone special mi siona,y work 10 the
Middle West and South. He viii "a
main In Washington al the SUNNI ef
or the l54 Seventh Day Adventi'ts in
this city, af'y four are colored
In the country at large there are
rs 600 Ill toll. snd the aggressive ml''
sIonsry week OF the sect amor g the Ne
gr es is bearing fruit.
The colored American., 1902-07-05
ALRssoN FROM Tag JEWS.

Negroes who are inclined to be dis
couraged should find an inspiration
for hope in the marvellous progress OF
the Jew, Ths Baltimore Lancet says
"Phe Jew had no political privileges
In MaEN md before 1925 He has all of
them today, and is tne recognized head
Of our commercial " rid Is there any
thing in his eaTHcr which we cannot
study with prof 3"
The Israelite gives US our finest oh
ject lesson in the possibilities growing
out of thrift and eoonrmy. Examine
the names upon our great trade and
financial emporiums and you will find
the bulk of thtm suggestive o. Jewi'h
origin. The Jew has learned that
money is taken by the world as a meas
ure of worth. Can we not | arm the
same?
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Booker T. Washingtnn's wonderful
poise and never failing dignity con-
fuse those who have tried tor years to
anger him and ''rattle" him into IN.
temperate utterance. Under the most
unjust misinterpretation of his phi
Iosophy, malicious aspersions of bis in
tegrity and direful predictions as to bis
future, he has maintained dignified
silence, and gone on with the great
mi-non that Divinity has assigned to
him.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

There is no truth in the rumor that
the fr of Fortune and Peterson has
bean disc 1lved, They are still doing
busines. at the old stand, aud The
New York Age never appeared to bet
ter sdvantsge than DOW. A luminous
writer a. the literary helm and q
pined business man pushing the
circulation firm a comb nation that
oannot be beaten and there is no likeli-
hood of two such happily-mated men
az Tom Fortune and Jerome Peterson
getting apart
The colored American., 1902-07-05

The marvellous progress of the race
ia opening the eyes of the southern
white people who fol half a centu y
have pooh pooled Negro capacity
The white factory girl is no match for
the colo.ed schoolmsrm, and the idlipg
white boy, wha trades upon cnlor and
family name for prestige is no. in it
with the Ntgro fam oWrer or l'ege
proft ss1r he Macon News sunds
a note of waning to the lapgard
aud urges them to grasp tbe oIIor-
tunities that the Negrees so eag gerly
take ad zantage OF.
The colored American., 1902-07-05
Few Negroes can remain calm un

Few Negroes can remain calm un'
der fire. The maj )rity of this i'm
pulsive and sensitive race drift in
stinctively from argument into per-
senalities when they undertake to dis
cuss an issue, The average Negro is
cool only only when no one opp"s him.
Negroes should remember that their
enemies know of this weakness, and get
in mos of their work against the race
when they are wrought up" Keep
cool, but work necessarily for the right
The colored American., 1902-07-05
7hendore Roosevelt aoiU be reaOnai-
mated By reclamation

Rev. Thomas Wellington Hender,-
SON has made a fine start as pastor OF
Bethel A. NJ. E. church, New York
City. If the connection has the good
judgment we give it credit for having,
the mistake of two years ago will be
repaired by electiLg DR.. Henderson
business manager OF the publishing
house in 1904.
The colored American., 1902-07-05
SATURDAY, JULY s, 1909.
Why AMY n'svNDERsTAkDms7

We do not know of any Negro of
note who argues that all Negroes should
go to farming, or that their sphere of
learningI should be confined to in
dustr1al education. The best teache- -e
suggest that the education a boy should
have is that which is best adapted to
his mental capacity, personal adapta-
bility or taste-mOdified by his local
environment and financial condition.
10 meet these questions fairly is purely
q matter Of common sense-a matter
for every individual or for his sponsors
to tile for themselves Some very
able scholars, either through mscon-
ception of The true purposes of indus
trial leaders or with desire to con
fuse an otherwise clear situation, affect
to believe that great pressure is being
brought to bear to keep Negroes Of
talent out Of the professions and call
ings that require the higher forms of
education. They pretend to their aud
fences that agriculture is unduly dinned
into the Negroes ear and that his as
pirations are deprecated by urging him
to stop, in a mass, at the forge, the
field or the artisans bench.
There is no necessity for this species
of misrepresentation. No sane man
would try to make every member of a
race e cellege graduate ora professional
character, any more than he would ask
that all become tarme sand mechanics.
What q person is to be should not be
governed by artificial limitations of any
kind. With the newspapers teeming
daily with the reasoning offered by ad-
vocates of a stronger industrial footing
for certain elements of our race and at
the same time urging the highest COM
potency for those who must lead in the
preferred walks of life, there is no ex-
cuse fsr Misunderstanding anywhere.
The fact that all the EOciologists and
&c n mits of the race have practically
agree d that popular education is wholly
a local aud personal question, is SO
plain that the wayfaring man though a
fnnl. cannot or should err in his con.
illusions.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

The clans are gathering at st, Paul
The Afro-American Council work IN
the great northwest will receive help
full impetus from this NEE i g There is
no noiceable rivalry for the presidency.
White, Fortune. Pledger, McGhee or
Lawson are good timber from which a
leader can be safely selected.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

The Washington Mirror with its
customary "cussedness' denounces Miss
Mary Gusts Lee for being satisfied to
ride with 'niggers," and continues to
urge slim crow street cars for this
city. There will be nothing but failure
for the bourbon Mirror as long az such
magnanimous managers as Gen George
81, Harries and Mr.. George 7. Dun
Iop handle the traction reins~in the na
tion's 'pital.
The colored American., 1902-07-05
Prese t for Mr.. H=rshsw.

The Shiloh Bsptists know ho<0
honor a worthy helper. Tuesday even
ing of last week the Iyceum, WHICH
Mr. L. NJ. Hershaw has served fo6 tnH
past year as president, rendered MN .
o Dmplimentary reception. A shoFt III
era<y and music-l program Was feL'
dsre /. supplemented y reireshmen|'
after which an tl gent Silk umbreh',
vas presented Ms HeTshsw. de VIII
continue IN ther year IN the chAl'
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Hon. E. P. McCabe, deputy auditor.
stands as leader of the colored c1n-
kngent of the republican party in the
territory of Oklahoma. Th-re are fine
OF g hugs for young cOiored meu in this
new and productive country.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Austin Texas now smiles complacent-
ly when northern cities boast of the
liberal recognition they give to Ne
grces. She has st hOnored a Mr..
almaspn, a leading colorsd citizen,
with an appointment as assistant dog
catcher at $40 Per month, aud strange
to say, there is nothing of record b. in
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Editor Fortune is practical farmer.
At his Maple Hall place Red Bank,
n. j.. he cultivates garden that sup
plies all the vegetables reeded for tie
family table, with some sn sell. His
potato patch will yield about J5O
bushels.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Roosevelt's great patriotic speech
has lost him all those votes in the
South that he never would have gotten
In the first place.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

At last accounts "MaTching Through
Georgia" was still being sung with a
will, and Uncle Toms Cabin" has an
abiding place on the me lean sage
The colored American., 1902-07-05

It will be Roosevelt in 1904. The
question of running mate will take
care of itself in due time. We haven't
shanged our mind about Senator + air
banks.
The colored American., 1902-07-05
The Bryant IA )rgan NupfioI,

Mi s Marie Morgan, the dsu0b,..
Mrs. Hermione Morgan, 27O2 Dnnh.,i u
ton Avenue. was married Wedro.s
evening. June 1lth 1902 to Re-
seph G. Bryant of OhafIotts ~
Nd, at Mt Zion ME- Cburon %
street northwest. Pro nptIv =.
O'Clock the wedding march was plsv.S
by Mrs. Mary Barnes, the o,ganist ~ :,
the uroh, preceded by the us,.,.
Messrs' Fisher. Thomas, MsOrndo.
Cfusor. Lee and Alexander. The 49,
was preaented by Mr.. Robert Ho,noIs
Misses Emma L. Brown and a.
PEBBLES were the bridesmaids p
Benj-min Brown acted rs best M.
The flower giEs were Misses Ba,.I.
Cornls and jamie Bryant.
Niles MC an was a Norm Al prsdD...
of class 1870 of the public schools ana
taught g. hool at the St. Msr,,s NJ,
NAL and Industrial School, Cba,Iott.
Hal, Md, where the groom is ths
principal, snd pas or of the Eoiseor.l
Church there. The presenta vsr.
many and handsome. The ceremorv
was performed by Rev. William u
Gaires assisted by Rev. Nj. W. us,
Mr. and John w. Lee, OF 2722 N strest
rendered the happy Couple receo
ion. Rev. and Mrs Bryant len
Thursday afternoon for Charlotte Hall
Md. where they will open a summer
chcOl for teachers vino desire sdvsncs
course In general studies.
By invitation of Mrs. RI Cllm
q brilliant houseful OF friends Assem-.
bad on Wednesday evening Of last
week to witness the marriage of her
daughter, Miss Mamie E Collins to
MIR Frederick D, Sabbs; the popular
tenor of the Ampb1ln Giee Club.
At all these June weddings the toi
lettes were elegant and tasteful, The
presents were numerous ana msny
out cf-town friends joined with The
'homefolks" to make the occasion
red letter events in the mt mory OF the
prInefpais.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Colored children are frequently led
into Goddess ways because of the Cau-
casian churches that make complexion
test of acoeptability at their altars.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

IfMiss Stone has recovered from the
sh )ck of her recent Bulgarian stunt,
she n light try her hand at little odd
job of missionary work in southern IL
linois.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

The Washington Post chuckles with
glee when an outrage is perpetIated
against a FegrO in the North II does
some pots good to call kettle black
The colored American., 1902-07-05

It is better to denounce lynching on
decoration day than 10 follow The e1-
ample Of ssme famous and
do it not all.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Public men who cannot endure
honest criticism have no business pos
ing as leaders,.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

The Negro can only I.drsa the
acltOLe truth about tie race through
Negro ne,ospGpers.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

dicate that this juicy plum was given
out upon the recommendation OF DR.
Boz ker 7. Washington.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Mss NJ E J4nifer is spending thS
u inner at Lopg Branch n. }. ohs
will speDd part OF August with reA
tvs In Boston.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Color prejudice is a disease.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

Let ,ss %. otect our soofnsn as earn
estlu as Other rdcts pr0teo< theirs.
The colored American., 1902-07-05

SubAcr1 ptions may De sent ny postomcs
money order, express or by registered letter.
All coEamunications for publication should
be accom- panied with the name OF the writer
lot necessarily for Publication. but a guar
An -ss OF good faith.
We solicit news, contributions, opinions
and in fact, all matters affecting the race,
We viii not pay for matter, however, unless
IL In ordered by u, All matter intended for
publication must reach this ONCE by Wsdnss-
day OF each week to insure insertion In the
current issue
a. AS snta are wanted everywhere. Sand
Or Instructions.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14
A Legacy Of the Grip

Is often a run down system, weakness.
nervousness, lack OF appetite, energy
and ambition, with disordered liver and
kidneys often follow an attack OF this
wretched disease. The greatest need
then is Electric Bitters, the splend'd
tonic, blood purifi-r and regulator OF
stomach, liver and kidneys. Thous-
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strengthen the nerves, build up the
system, and restore TO health and good
spirits after an attack of grip. If suffer
ing, try them Only soc. Perfect salts
faction guaranteed BY Sharrar * Null
holland
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14
Clerks Wise Suggestion.

~ have lately been much troubled
with dyspepsia, belching and sour
stomach, " writes M. 5. Mead, leading
pharmacist of Attleboro, Mass. II could
eat hardly ANYTHING without suffering
several hours, My clerk suggested |
Try Kodol Dyspepsia Cure which l did
with most happy results I have had
no more trouble and when one can go to
eating mince pi', cheese, candy and
nuts after such time, their digestion
must be pretty good l endorse Kodol
Dyspepsia Cure heartily" You don't
have TO diet Eat all the good food you
want but don't overload the stomach.
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests your
food. Bivins & Rhodes
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14

Nancy. born 10 luck. trudged that
warm. cloudless June afternoon along
the railroad at the base of Lilly's
mountain. and as she trudged she
sang the old song that she had
learned from her grandmother:
my dear little children. II you were mine
All alone and aloney q,
ia dress you up ia silk so fine
Down by the green woody sidey o."
She was on her way 10 explore q
certain hidden dell. which she had
marked weeks before as likely spot
for wild strawberries
When she reached the long. high
trestle spanning Churchill's creek. she
stood listening. her head on one side.
bright-eyed. alert. like a knowing wild
creature of the mountains.
Then. hearing the sound she had
expected. she nodded her yellow head
sagely, and scrambled few feet up
the mountainside above the track TO
wait for the approaching train to 60
by.
Soon Ahe saw the engine coming
round the mountain and apparently
.sking str~ight for her like one of
NE head lowered "bcssti1es" of
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

The best and most famous compound
in the world to conquer aches and kill
pains Cures cuts, heals burns and
bruises, subdues Inflammation. masters
piles Millions of boxes sold yearly
Works wonders in boils. ulcers, felons
skin eruptions 1t cures or no pay. 2Sc
at Sharrar * Mulholland's.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14

"My little boy took the Group one
night and soon grew SO bad you could
hear him breathe all over the house. "
says +. d. Reynolds, Mansfield, o.
I'VE feared he would die, but a few
doses of One Minute Cough Cure quick
" relieved him and he went TO sleep.
That the last We heard OF the Group
Now isn't cough cure like that valu-
able2" One Minute Cough Cure is alb
so'utely safe and acts immediately
Fo- coughs, cClds, Group, grip, bron-
chitis and all other throat and lung
troubles il is certain cure. Very
pleasant 10 take. The little ones like
at. Bivins & Rhodes
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14

Kidney complaint kills more people
than any other disease This is due tn
the disease being so insidious that IT
gets good hold on the system before
il is recognized Foleys Kidney Cure
will prevent the development of fatal
disease if taken in time. Sharrar &
Mulholland.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14
ortand TO the Point

Gentlemen:-Dr. Caldwells Syrup
Pepsin is the finest preparation for the
stomach and bowels that | have ever
used Wishing you continued success,
am, Yours very truly,
W. c KIMREL, New Troy. Mich.
Sold by Sharrar & Mulholland.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1902-02-14

When you lack euergy, do not relish
your food feel dull and stupid, after eat
ing, all Won need is dose of Chamber.
lain Stomach * Liver Tablets They
will make you feel like a new man and
give you An appetite like a bear. For
sale by Bivins & Rhodes.