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Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
No. 3O4.-The Missing Letter

The composing room was closed fol
the night. and all was quiet. when one
letter spoke thus: Let us set up
some words and surprise the printers
when they come in the morning" AL
agreed but one letter. and. though the
rest coaxed and wheedled, they could
not influence him and at last decided
to get along without him. But they
found it made quite difference. The
words defined first after the numbers
were the ones they meant to prepare
but when the stubborn letter was omit
ted the words defined In the second
places appeared:
/. To vibrate; Part Of bird. 2. TIC
brush: 10 lament. 8. To govern; direc'
ton. 4. a crowd; ardent. 5. To peel
a journey. q. A stable; lofty. Z. TIC
pile; small nail. 8. To fasten; al
ambush. o. \ section; small insects
10. An animal: label. II. To suffo'
cate: a parent. -. A weapon: a sig
nal
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
PROBATE NOTICES.



10 eli persons Interested In either Of the Estates
hereinafter named:
AZ . Probate Court, held q Paris. In and
for the County Of Oxford. on the third Tuesday Of
nine hundred and eight. The following matter
having been presented for the action thereupon
hereinafter indicated, It is hereby ORDERED:
That notice thereof be given 70 all persons In.
published three weeks SUCCESSFULLY in the OK.
ford Democrat, q newspaper published at South
Paris, In said County, that they may appear at
Probate Court 70 be held nc said Paris on
the third Tuesday Of Nov, A. ID. 1908, At
of the clock In the forenoon, and be heard there
on II they zee cause.
Mary Ann Warren, late of Hebron, de.
ceased; copy of lost codicl 10 the will Of said
deceased with petition for probate Thereon pre-.
sented by James A. Flanders, the executor OF
the original will Of said deceased.
Paris E. Rogers, late of Brownfeld. de.
ceased will and petition for probate thereof pre-
sented by Francis A. Fox, the executor therein
named.
Jacob Colby, late Of BrownHeld, deceased /;
suitable person be appointed as administrator
of the estate Of said deceased presented by Ed
ward Z. Colby, q son.
How ard e. Corbett ct ais, minor chill.
drcn and heirs of Aaron o. Corbett, late OF Paris,
deceased; petition for license to sell and convey
real estate presented by Nancy ID Corbett,
guardian.
Mildred II. and Delbert e. Adkins,
minora, Of Canton; petition for license to cell
and convey real estate presented by John +.
Swasey, guardian.
petition for license To sell and convey real e. tate
presented by Lydia Z. Packard. guardian.
Eliza Francis, late OF Peru, deceased; petit.
ton for license to sell and convey real estate
presented by A. f. McDonough, administrator
Freeman G. stacy, late Of Porter, deceased
petition for an allowance out OF personal estate
presented By Mary A. Stacy, widow.
Sumner Sessions, late of WoodstOck, de:
ceased; petition for an allowance out Of personal
estate presented by Luella +. Sessions, widow
Sarah J. Foye, late Of Canton. deceased
petition for order to distribute balance remain
| ing in his hands presented by John p. swasey
administrator.
Eliza II. Moore, late Of Paris. deceased
fret account presented for allowance by James
s. Wright, executor.
James G. Davis Of Canton, 8 ward; fret
and final account presented for allowance by
| John =. Swasey, guardian.
Aaron o. Corbett, late Of Paris, deceased
first and dnal account presented for allowance
by Fred III. Corbett, administrator.
Sarah J. Foye, late of Canton. deceased
/ first and final account presented for allowance
by John p. Swasey, administrator.
franklin Huntress, late Of Hiram. de
ceased; first account presented for allowance by
John l.. Huntress, administrator, ID. ID. N. Z. T.
A.
Eugene A. Barker, late Of Rumford, de
ceased; viii and petition for probate thereof pre-
| sentei by Julia X. Barker, the executrix therein
| named.
ADDISON z. HERRlCK, Judge Of said Court
ALBERT d. PARK. Register.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

If you suffer from constipation and
liver trouble Foley's Orino Laxative
will cure you permanently by stimulat.
ing the digestive organs so they will act
naturally. Foley's Orino Laxative does
not grippe, is pleasant to take and you do
not have to take laxatives continually
after taking Orino. Why continue to be
the slave Of pills and tablets. Sold by
all druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
NOTICE.

In the District Court Of the United states TOT
the District Of Maine. In Bankruptcy.
In the matter of
FRANCIS L. PORTER, In bankruptcy.
CT Paris. Bankrupt
To the creditors of Frsucis E. Porter, In
the County OF Oxford and district aforesaid:
Notice 10 hereby given that on the iIth gay Oh
oc,ober A !. D. lss,s the said Francis 4. Porter
was duly adjudicated bankrupt, and that the nrst
meeting OF his creditors viii be held at the once
OF the Referee, No. $ Market Square, south
Paris. on the 2sth day Of Oct. A. ID. 1905, AZ
10 O'Clock In the forenoon. at whicn time .ne
ssid creditors NAV attend, prove their claims,
appoint trustee, examine the bankrupt, anu
transact such other business as may properly
come before said meeting.
South Paris, Oct IL. 1905.
WALTER l.. GRAY,
Referee In Bankruptcy.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

Quick climatic changes try strong
constitutions and cause, among Other
evils, nasal catarrh, troublesome anG
offensive disease. Sneezing and shutting
coughing and difficult breathing, and the
drip, drip of the foul discharge into tht
throat-all are ended BY Ely's Cream
Balm. This honest remedy contains nc
cocaine, mercury, nor other harmful in
gredient. The worst cases yield to
treatment in q short time. All drug
gists, &c., or mailed by Ely Bros, 81
Warren Street, New York.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
NOTICE.

In the District Court of the United States for
the District OF Maine. In Bankruptcy.
In the matter of
JULIA A. HORNE, IN BdnETtptcy.
Of Norway, Bankrupt
To the creditors of Julia A. Horne, In the
County OF Oxford and district aforesaid:
Notice Is hereby given that on the 18th day OF
October. A. ID. 1905, the said Julia A. Horne was
duly adjudicated bankrupt, and that the nrst
meeting of her creditors, will be held at the
Office of the Rereree. No. s Market Square, south
Paris, on the 18th day OF october. A. ID. 1908, at
10 O'Clock In the forenoon, at which time the
said creditors may attend, prove their claims;
appoint a trustee. examine the bankrupt, anu
transact such other business as may properly
come before said meeting.
South Paris, Oct. IL, l90s.
WALTER l.. GRAY,
Referee In Bankruptcy.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
ThePu zzler
No. 3oo.-NumerIcaI Enisma.

1 am composed Of firty-eight letters
and form a quotation from much Ado
About Nothing"
o. My 3S-23-5O IL a snare. My S1-51-S5
Is to study. My 14-41-57-26 Is work
man. My 55-33-5s-24-46 is a finger.
My 4-20-S-12 is to take food by VIC
lence. My 16-10-5G-54 Is slender. My
2S-T-1O-3 is to catch unawares. My
4S-30-42-27 is a sheet Of glass. Ny
47-37-29-52 is to injure. My 21-17-5-
49-11 Is an aromatic plant used for
seasoning. My 45-2-S8-9-53 is critical
Judgment. My 13-25-34-44-32 is a fish
beloved by sportsmen. My 22-4S1S-
39-6-4O-1-1S is a common malady.-St.
Nicholas.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
ResembIances-A Game,

Resemblahces is game in which one
Of the players thinks of an object and
then asks each of the others to guess
what that thought Is like. When all
have answered the questioner tells his
thought and asks each one Of the com.
pany to tell how his guess resembles it.
Much skill Is often required to give o
good answer
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
HEAD ACHE
S And
RELIEF
FOR INDIGESTION
Monroe, Me-, Sept. 10, 1905.

Monroe, Nc, sept. TO, Iy0o'
at have used L. F. Aswoods Bit.
sers in my family for years and lind
they are almost an instant cure tor
headache and indigestion. l always
Keep them on hand"
Yours truly. L. A. Colson.
II the stomach IS allowed to get out
# order, the whole system suffers
To enjoy life the stomach must be
enderly cared for, and there is no
emedy that acts so beneficially as
L. F." Atwood's Bitters. They quickly
dust the illness and set you right. AT
Il druggists, 35c.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
A Simple Microscope.

II you have need Of the enlargement
Of writing which Is small and illegible
or II you desire to increase the size OF
any other object, why not make youl
own microscope?
Cut out a piece Of thin cardboard
Ink one side Of this until 1t Is entirely
black. Make q pin hole In the center OF
the sheet.
Looking through this pin hole, you
will b surprised to learn what q good
microscope you have manufactured
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

A couple who were nigh on to fonr-
score years of age were welded In an up.
state town recently, and the editor OF
the local paper headed his account Of
the event: "a Romantic Affair" When
he looked at the paper after the edition
bad all been mailed he packed up his
grip and left for parts unknown. The
compositor had made it "a Rheumatic
ffoir
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

Winter blasts, causing pneumonia,
pleurisy, and consumption will soon be
here. Cure your cough now, and
strengthen your lungs with Foley's
Honey and Tar. Do not risk starting
the winter with weak lungs, whom
Foley's Honey and Tar will cure the
most obstinate coughs and colds, and
prevent serious results. For sale BY oil
druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES

The above is the name of a German
chemical, which is one of the many val
liable Ingredients of Foley's Kidney
Remedy. Observation-Disclosures is
recognized by medical text books and
authorities as uric acid solvent and
antiseptic for the urine. Take Foley's
Kidney Remedy as soon as you notice
any irregularities, and avoid serious
malady. For sale by all druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

Foley's Honey and Tar clears the air
passages, stops the irritation In the
throat, soothes the inflamed membranes,
and the most obstinate cough disappears.
Sore and infamed lungs are healed and
strengthened, and the cold Is expelled
from the system. Refuse any but the
genuine In the yellow package. For
sale by all druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

81 fell out Of the window Of my fat
yesterday"
"And you are on the fourth floor.
That was terrible"
"Yes; I don't know how to face the
janitor. I'm sure I've violated some
clause In my lease"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
Not Self.Pesneeting.

The New York Times finds griev o us
fault with tho hats the women are wear
ing, and asks why supposedly "self.re-
specting women so disfigure themselves"
The Times Is old enough to know that
in the matter of hats and raiment gener-
ally women are not self-respecting, but
fashion respecting. 1t Is queer, but the
very best of them are that way. It is
only given to few women to be happy
out OF fashion -Harper's Weekly.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he has
been duly appointed executor OF the last Will
and testament OF
ADONIRAN j. FULLER, late Of Dixheld,
In the County of oxford, deceased, and given
bonds as che law directs. III persons having
demands against the estate OF said deceased are
desired TO present the same for settlement, and
all indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately.
Oct. Goth, 1908. 5. K LELAND.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
RAW LuNGS.

When the lungs are sore and infamed,
the germs of pneumonia and consump.
ton find Judgement and multiply.
Foley's Honey and Tar kills the cough
germs, cures the most obstinate racking
cough, heals the lungs, and prevents
serious results. The genuine Is In the
yellow package. For sale by all drug.
gists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

Guide-What do you thing of that9
Isn't it magnificent viewp
Miss Blassay-I must confess my dis
appointment. But then (apologetically),
I've seen pOstals of the place, you know.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
No an2-H;da.n Animals.

I took to the picnic a melon and pie.
But one tear fell: only heard one sigh.
I think that is what 1 German silver call.
Just hear him pant. He ran after the
ball.
Blanche. take this book.
What Is In that bag? Nuts and raisins
too.
Are we a selected few for this special
thing?
II must be a very pretty place in spring.
Why should you rebuff loader so. my
dear?
There seems TO be several new authors
every year.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

Why could they not play cards In th'
ark? HcrIuse Noah sat o. the deck.
Why was Noah disappointed ra
catcher Because 1t WAS forty day
before lie saw Ar-a-rat.
What did Adam plant first IN til
garden If Elem? His foot.
Whit man IN the Bible had no fa
Tier? .Tosliun. the son Of Nun.
When was money first mentioned II
the Bible? When Noah took the greer
back into the ark
Who was the first man that bor'
nrIlSt Noah
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

Mr.. Youngpop-My little girl is nearly
two years old and hasn't learned to talk
yet.
Mr.. Henpecke-Don't let that worry
you. My wife says she didn't begin to
talk until she was nearly three, and
now
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
Riddle and Answer.

Two heads l have. and when my voic
Is heard afar like thunder
The lads and maids arrested stand
And watch and walt and wonder.
Quite promptly I'm obeyed. and yet
IT'S only fair to say.
Ny master bangs me right and left,
And him | must obey.
AnSwer.-A drum.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he has
estate of
LOUISA 8. SMITH, late Of Hebron,
In the County OF Oxford, deceased, and given
bonds as the law directs All persons having
demands against the estate of said deceased are
desired to present the same for settlement, and
all indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately.
Oct. 10th, 1908. WALTER L.. GRAY.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he
has deem duly appointed executor or the las'
will and testament of
EMELINE II. CUMMINGS. late Of Paris,
in the County OF Oxford, deceased, and given
bonds as the law directs. All persons having
demands against the estate of said deceased arr
desired to present the same for settlement, and
all indebted thereto are requested to make pay
ment Immediately.
Oct. 10th, 1908. EUGENE +. SMITH.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
Performing Matches.

Get a basin of water and arrange Il
number Of matches on the surface In
the form Of star. When the matches
are all together In the, center Of the
basin take piece Of soap and touch
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

Speaking of the late Charles Eliot
Norton's somewhat despairing attitude
as to modern architecture In this coun-
try, 1t is recalled that when the Me-
mortal Hall at Harvard was about to be
erected Prof. Norton, being anxious that
the structure should be something beau.
tiful as we'll as impressive, offered to
submit the designs to European archi-
tects, but the offer was rejected with
scorn by those who said that we could
make our own buildings. The result of
this indulgence In so.called patriotic
pride was costly pile, whose external
effect Prof. Norton was wont to say was
about as noble and impressive as
that produced by contemplating . four.
most hedstead. Herald.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
Fishin1 Ec- Crss.,cppcrs.

In Summer the japanese children g,
lshing' day after day for semi. OF
gynsshoppers. which they catch with
4 rod and brdlime. They carry home
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

She-They say that man becomes
like that with which he continually
associates.
He-Ridiculous idea! I've been fish
monger all my life and can't swim a
yard yet!
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

He-Do you think o woman should
let man kiss her before she marries
him?
Young wldow-Yes; If she expects to
be kissed at all.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
NOTICE

The subscriber hereby gives notice that he
has been duly appointed executor OF the last
will and testament OF
SAMUEL HAZELTlNE, late Of Paris,
in the County of Oxford, deceased. All persons
having demands against the estate OF said de
ceased are desired to present the same for settle
ment. and all indebted thereto are requested to
make payment Immediately. ..
Oct. 10th, 1908. SETH BENSON.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
No. 301.-Word Square.

No. 301.-Word Square.
My first you do to shun a stone
Flung at you In passion.
The next for brilliant sights and sounds
Is sought by folks Of fashion.
The third friend will strive to do
When your intent Is wrong,
But the fourth there are but few
Who to the fifth belong.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
rlan and Wife Wanted.

Man and wife age between SO and
90. No small children. Working
people woman a neat housekeeper
and one that can do her own wash
ing and sewing, and of good kind
disposition. The man to be either
mechanic, farmer or laborer, no
rummy or swearing man wanted and
tobacco using is not agreeable. The
right parties can find an opportunity
worth looking for, Good Home
Free by writing to box eos D.,
South Paris, Maine. 43tf
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
Net So Easy as Il Looks.

Put coin on Il tables edge. with
calf the coins edge overlapping. Move
.hrca yards away and close one eye:
now advance and try to knock 1t OF
with o"e finger. keeping the one eye
shut all tae time.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
Cheerful,

The knack of looking at the bright
side of things was never developed te
such perfection as in the case of man
who, after railroad accident, telegraph
ed to his friends wife:
"Your husband killed 10 railway acct
dent: head, both arms and legs cut of. y
But later this correction was received
"First report exaggerated; your hus
band killed; head and legs cut of, but
only one arm"
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
NOTICE.

The subscriber hereby gives notice that she
has been duly appointed executrix OF the last
will and testament OF
FRANK l.. SMITH, late OF Hebron,
In the County of oxford, deceased. All persons
having demands against the estate OF said de
ceased are desired to present the same for settle
ment, and all indebted thereto are requessed u
make payment Immediately.
Oct. goth, 1908. FLORENCE K. SMITH.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
If YOU ARE OVER FIFTY READ
THIS,

Most people past middle age suffer
from kidney and bladder disorders
which Foley's Kidney Remedy would
cure. Stop the drain on the vitality and
restore needed strength and vigor. Com
menoe taking Foley's Kidney Remedy
to-day. For sale BY oil druggists.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10

10 Car-Look here, sir! got up to
give my seat to that lady!
Second Man (sitting down)-That's
all right, old fellow. She's my wife.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
HOMEMAKERS COLUMN.

Correspondence on topics Of interest to the adie!
Is solicited. Address: Editor H0nEMAKERs'
COLUMN, Oxford Democrat, South Paris, Me.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
SCOTCH APPLE TART.

Pare, core and quarter six good-sized
apples. Put them in deep dish, cover
with water, add two-thirds OF Q cupful
of sugar, two cloves and a grating of
nutmeg. Sprinkle over them half a
cupful of currants, rind of one lemon
and juice of two, and few small pieces
of butter. Cover the top with good
pie crust and bake in a moderate quick
oven for one hour.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
MAPLE CUSTARDs.

Roll the maple sugar for these custards
as fine as possible with the rolling pin.
Beat five eggs light, add three-quarters
of a cupful of crushed maple sugar, a
saltspoonful of salt and turn into 1t three
cnpfuls of milk that has been scalded
and cooled. Strain into small buttered
cups, set in pan of hot water and bake
until firm in the center. This is very
nice for tea on Thanksgiving night, as
after heavy dinner, one only needs a
very light supper.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
PRUNE sOUFFLE.

Simmer one cupful of prunes until
soft. When cold, remove the pits and
chop them, adding the whites of two
eggs, one-quarter of cupful of sugar
and pinch of salt. Bake in moderate
oven about half an hour. Serve with
whipped cream. This rule makes
enough for four persons.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1908-11-10
WALNUT WATERS.

Beat up two eggs very light, add hall
q pound of brown sugar, one-third of q
teaspoonful of salt, three even table
spoonfuls of -four In which teaspoonful
Of baking powder has been stirred, and
last half q pound of walnut meats,
slightly broken but not chopped. Drop
small teaspoonfuls on well-buttered
pans and bake until brown In q hot oven
Remove from the pans as soon as done,
Any other nuts may be used.
SPONGE CAKE.
Beat six fresh eggs and one cupful OF
sugar together. Whip in long strokes
with a wire beater (which Is better for
this than the patent beater) until the
mixture is perfectly creamy, light and
white. This takes time. Add tea
spoonful of vanilla or lemon and two
tablespoonfuls of cold water and beat
again. Lastly fold in-do not beat-oue
cupful of sifted -four. Bake In rather
slow oven.-Ex.
Daily Arizona silver belt., 1908-06-03
TREATIES. NOT WAR SHIPS.

The United States has three arbitras tion treaties which she has made since the second Hague peace convention, one with Great Britain, one with Mexico, and the other with Japan. It Is possi, bio under these treaties to avoid war absolutely. If we succeed in making four more treaties, namely, with Ger many, Austria, France and Russia, we needn t put another dollar in war ships; at least, to build up greater navy.
 These treaties arc not vigorous and all a bsorbing affairs, but nation peace ably disposed can make use of them and avoid war, absolutely. It will depend much upon the sort of diplomacy we have. If 1t Is the obstreperous and ar rogant kind, it may not avoid war. If it is the refined and Christian kind, il will be easy to slave of bloody conflict
 There are hopes of entering into cor dial relations with these four great na tions: and that the world will be ac customed to these paths of peace, ant ready to make them the broad highway! of all nations, before the third Aagu' tribunal will meet. Then universal ar bitration will be decreed, and disarm ament will follow, as che day follow tho night.
Daily Arizona silver belt., 1908-06-03
Good ham, l7c pound at eamble's,

Remember-The Globe Bank Saw ings Co. always has cash to loan to its customers; never refused cash de' mand or issued scrip during the panic; pays per cent interest on term de posits, 6 per cent interest on long time deposits and to 10 per cent interest on escrow deposits loaned; has the agency for l2 best fire insurance com panies; does all kinds of real estate business; sells exchange, makes collec tions, cashes checks, discounts good paper and serves people In al financial avs on best terms ant absolute safety. It keeps on hanS over One Dollar in cash for every dol lar of it's cash demands, which can b' done only on it's German escrow sys tenn of banking, which Is the safest fairest, and best paying to depositors banking known in this world.
Daily Arizona silver belt., 1908-06-03
Can Feed the World.

No country is really great that can not feed it's people. So vast is the ex- tent of our grand republic and with such varieties of climate is it blessed, that it can produce every article neces- sary for the welfare of it's people, and, perhaps, with the exception of coffee, there is nothing that is consumed for food that our own resources cannot sup. ply.