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- HCW DO THE FLOWERS CROW? •'Oh. Sasre, in wondrous wLdom old, Tell me how the flowers do ttrow— Whence como the colors, purple, gold, In which they rise, and bloom and glow?" “My child, the flowers are words of God i 8own in seeds of silent good. They draw their strength from 'nealh the sod But Heaven sends them daily food. “The sun, the moon, the stare conspire To make them live and bud and blow, The breezes help them to aspire, And dews perfume them as they grow. “But 'tis the rainbow from the skies, Broken by the Uain King s blow, That sprinkles them with Heavenly dyes And mokes them with such splendor glow." —Rev. 8. W. Small,in How to Grow Flowers. AFRICA’S NEW RAILROAD. The Sleepers are Frequently Laid Di rectly on the Ground. It was In the second week in Novem ber that the opening of the railway constructed by the enterprise of* the British South Africa Company and its humorous. The Kindly Man—Why stand ye idle here? The Other Man-De benches in de park’s bein’ painted- see? Ho;ack Why are you consulting the dictionary, Tomdik? I thought you knew how to spell. Tomdik—1 . J am n ot looking for informa- tion, but for corroboration. Teacher—loti are painfully slow with figures, Tommy. Come, now, speak up quickly. If y oUr father gave your mother a $30 and a $20 bill, what would she have? Tommy—A JuLt 1 “Darling, please answer me,” he moaned as he stood in the eentre of the parlor. “I am on the rack.” bo is your hat,’’shouted the old gen tleman, w ho had a gallery seat on the stairway. I Foxey—Did ypu send the Borems « card for your musicale? Mrs. Foxey —Yes; how could I get out of it? Foxey —Well, I’ll tell Borem that Smith is going fo come. Borem owes him money. Billy Blink (boxing instructor)— Great Scott! That was au “outer” you gave me. But what’s that in your °' e » I «ay? Amateur (just learning) — Oh, that’s a horseshoe—1 put it there for Iqck. ’ Judge The officer says you were drunk and disorderly. What have you to say for yourself? The Culprit r r ' lnk ’ P er haps, yonr honor, but not disorderly. A drunk is always in order with me. * , J on rea By mean to stand by what you say about retiring from pub lic life?” inquired the intimate friend just before an election. “How do I know? responded the politician. . 1 in noproidiet.” * Ethel—Isn’t it strange that Flossie Attracts such intellectual men? Maud . Qhj no; she told me she always Jilanned her gowna when they talk to her, and that gives her face that in terested expression. ' J t ru8 t> she said, patronizingly, that you are a true artist—that you confine your efforts to an elevated plane. Assuredly, I do, madam,” ^as the reply. “I am a frescoer and invariably work with a ladder. ” 1 Gholly Maud has to wear glasses; .the oculist says she has been using her eyes too much.• Charley—I should B^y so! You ought to have* seen her at the dance the other night; she was jast surrounded by men all the time. “Mamma,” said the little girl, when the steamer was three days out. “Well, darling?” said the indulgent mother. “Mamma, don’t yon think we vo sat in this place long enough? Let’s move round to the front porch.” Ethel—Why didn’t you attend Pro fessor Dump’s lecture on the “Cycles of time?” It was very interesting. ;Maud—The subject of the lecture was ombarrassing to me. You know, dear, 1 bought my wheel ou the installment plan. She—Ah, count, you don’t know how my love for you distresses my parents! I heard my father say this morning that he would give $30,000 if I could never see you again. The Count—Ees yonr fazaire in bees oilecs now, you sink? i Mrs. Hussel (of Chicago)—Why, there’s another of those signs, “Tai- Jor to H. R. H.,the Prince of Wales!” Does it take all the tailors in London to keep him in clothes? Mr. Hussel —Maybe he owes ’em all bills, and has to go from one to another. “My friends,” said the minister, earnestly, “let us beware of Satan. We know that he scatters tacks along the narrow way in order that the just may puncture their tires. And, ns the congregation pedaled homeward,many a member thought of the pastor’* words. He—I wonder what the meaning of that picture is? The youth i^d the maiden are in a tender attitude. She —Oh, don’t you see? He has just asked her to marry him, and she is accepting him. How sweet! What does the artist call the picture? He (looking about)—Oh, I see! It’s writ ten on a card at the bottom, “Sold.” Kfffect of Water. There are two interesting instances of the effect of water upon the human system. In the Alps and the Pyrenees there is a race of people who are old men at fifteen years of age, and who die at thirty; this being entirely dna to their drinking lime water. The Chinese, on the other hand, drink nothing but rain water, and, as a nation, their longevity is proverbial. HOW SLEEPERS WEKE LAID. financial allies, connecting Matching, the administrative headquarters of the British Bechunna Protectorate, and thereby also Cape Colony, with the cap ital of Matabelelaud, was celebrated during several days, with all the eclat that official authorities could bestow upon such an important occasion. The presence of many promleot officials, with a numerous gathering of eminent colonists, gold mine proprietors, land- owners, merchants aiul bankers from different towns and provinces, includ ing Johannesburg and the Transvaal, and with some ministers or leading members of the colonial legislatures, made this assembly fully representa tive of the most influential Clements of A FBEQUENT SIGHT. European civilizing progress. Accom panying pictures show the loose meth od of much of the construction, and the natural consequences thereof. “I am willing to be arrested. I have no place to go but the streets, and it Is better to be in prison,” points a moral—if it does not adorn the tale of nineteenth century philanthropy. A woman about thirty years old went In to a large dry-goods store, and openly laid hold of what she could get her hands on. When remonstrated with, she averred that she preferred being locked up to spending the night on the streets. Without a pass no child can go to school in Russia, or adult make a short trip. The government derives a big revenue from p isses—that’s why. Gained 31 Pounds in 5 Weeks. From the By-Slander, Macomb, IB. Alderman Lonis W. Camp, of our city, has guile astonished his friends, by a remark able gain in weight. He has gained 22 pounds *n five weeks. Those of his friends who do not know the facts of his sick, ness will read with interest the following: “I was broken down in health and utter ly miserable," said Mr. Camp to our re porter. “I was unable to work much of the time and so badly afflicted with a form of stomach trouble that life was a veritable nightmare. . “I tried various remedies, but during the six months of my sickness l obtained no re lief. I had always been a robust, healthy man and sickness boro heavily upon me. “About two years ago 1 was advised to try Dr. Williams’ Pink Pills for Tale Peo ple. I purchased one box and received so much benefit that I used five more and was entirely cured. I gained twenty-two pounds in jive weeks. Since I stopped taking the pills I have scarcely had an ache or pain. Interviewing the Alderman. “Dr. Williams’ rink Pills restored me to health and I most heartily recommend them.” L. W. Camp on oath says that the forego ing statement Is true. W. W. Mxloix, \otary Public, Following is the physician's certificate os to Mr. Camp’s present condition. :uli I am a regularly licensed physician of Macomb, McDonough County, 111. I have very recently examined Mr. L. W. Camp as to his general physical condition, and And the same to be all that could be desired, appetite and digestion good, sleeps well, and has all the evidences of being In a good rsleal condition. Sah’l Russell, M. D. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 30th day of September, 1897. W. W. Mkloan, Notary Public. phys Sul These two words emp sitj and indicate a re Spring—the season wh most impure as a res ter’s closer confinem ing, slower action and liver; when hum boils, pimples and Itafling for Them. So long ago as 1625 a sporting parson existed, and one who thought that re ligion could be made more popular by a little excitement; to this end he es tablished a raffle for six Biblea each year. The clergyman who was to far eccentric, left la his will a sufficient ■um of money for the yearly purchase of Testaments to be won by dice. Only a few days ago the ancient ceremony was carried through, and twelve chil dren threw dice, six of whom ran the chance of winning a Bible. A vicar, a curate and two chnrch wardens watch ed over the proceedings. Vied tsize a neces- tedy. tb* blood is It of th« win- 1, higher liv- the kidneys of all kinds, .'eruptions are Only those who have been relieved of grB®* suffering can fully appreciate the gratitude with which the testi- momals overflow written in favor of Hood’s Sarsaparilla. Just read this: most liable to appear; when the w eak, languid condition of the whole bodily structure demands and wel comes help. Medicine—that to which the millions turn at this season—Hood’s Sarsapa rilla. The original and only prep aration especially a lapted to the present needs of the Unman family; that which makes the blood pure and clean, as shown by it^ thousands of wonderful cures of dreadful blood diseases; creates an appetite and cures dyspepsia, as shown by its “magic touch” in ail stomach trou ble^ steadies and stnngthens the nerves, as proved ly people for merly nervous, now possessed, thanks to / / “C. I. Hood A Co., Lowell, Mass.: “Gentlemen:—“My flrst experience with Hood’s Sarsaparilla was when I used it as ''aim and self- ] a tonic and spring medicine. It did me so much good my faith iu its merits Lceame very strong. About two years later I bad a running sore on my foot. It developed into erysipelas and affected the entire limb. At that time I was Very Much Run Down as I had been troubled with dyspepsia. The drain on my system was so severe and my stomach was so weak I became a ready victim of malaria. I feared I could never regain my health. My stomach rebelled at the simplest food, and the medicines pro scribed for me gave but little relief. I s.-nt for a bottle of Hood’s Kars.q.arilla, and 1 had taken this medicine but three days when I began to Improve. Continuing with it, I am now better and stronger than I ever expected to be. It has purified my blood and given good circulation. I hava had no return of my old troubles since.'* Mas. \V. Kane, Media, 1’a. Hood’s Sarsa parilla is The Medicine For You Because of what it has Jone for other#; because you ought this spring to taka that which will Jo you the most good. America’s Grftost Medicine, because it cures when all others fail. Be sure to get Hood’s. A traveler can now go aro§.d the world in fifty days. n Beauty la I31ot,<|). Clean Mood means a beauty without it. C’ascaretfpandy tic clean your blood and I stirring up the lazy liver ai urities from the bod flit. purities from the bodv. ifcni banish pimples, boils, blotda. t and that sickly bilious corip»ioi Cascarcts,—beauty for ten gists, satisfaction guaranty «ep. skin. No Cathar- it clean, by ■iving all im- to-day to blackheads, Aion by taking its. Alidrug- ,25c, 50c. Panots should be taught polysyllables. Oh, Whut Splcndi Mr. Goodman, Williams “From one pookage Salzer’ Berry, costing 15c . I grow 5<|lbs. coffee than I can buy In storJ lb.” A package of this coffee a: plant catalogue Is sent Salzer Seed Co., La Cros'siTI ceipt of 15 cents stamps and DeafVtess Cannot Blared rsaparilla Apeak only In dftee. 111., writes: german Coffee of better at 30 cents a a. c. 8 seed and by John A. "Is., upon re- notice. nl'ltf bv local applications, as they Jtnot reach the diseased portion of the ear. *re Is only on« way to cure deafness, and this bv constitu tional remedies. D afnessislused by aa n- tlamed condition ofthenroJi '■ 1 ' Eustachian Tube. When tlj filmed you have a rurubliai feet heariug. and when it Deafness is the result, and mation can be taken out stored to its normal condltii destrqyrd forever. Nine cl caused by catarrh, which Is flamed condition of the mi We will give One Hund _ case of Deafness (caused by, not be cured by Hall’s Cal for circulars, free. F. J. Cbbnet & Ccffoledo. O Sold by Druggists, 75c. ” ’ U- )IaU'» Yaraily PUls are the bet France and Germany are (leavoring to lining of the tube gets in- nd or imper- tlrely cloned s the Inflam- tbis tube re- earing will be ’ etjuaw but an in- rfaoea. irs for any ) that oan- Cure. Send acclimatize the American lobes, as hardier and healthier than his Europeiiongener. Don't Tobacco Spit sad Smoke Tc Life Away, To quit tobacco easily and f< er, be mag netic. full of life, nerve and vigo ake No-To- Bac. the wonder-worker, that ma i weak men strong. AH druggists, (Do or tt. ire guaran teed. Booklet sud sample f Address Sterling Remedy Co , Chicago 4>c w York A line ostrich is calculated I worth of feathers. tiold *2,000 I.yon & Co's Pick Leaf Exi Tobacco without a rival. For made cigarettes beats the work Fruit. Trees and Vines become hardier, and th^ir products bet ter colored and better flavored when ^liberally treated with fertilizers containin'; at least io% actual Potash. CfJCrj An illustrated book which tells rlVCE what Potash is, and how it should be used, is sent free to all applicants. Send your address. GERMAN KALI WORKS. /J Nattau St., New Yack. ATTENTION! POSITIVELY All 6ENUIHE SEEP OF THE CELKIIRATED JACKSON AFRICAN LIMBLESS COTTON IS OWNED IIY THIS COMPANY. P LANTERS ARE WARNED NOT to purchaaa of others offering seed claiming It to bm of this wonderfully prolific variety, as no teed not In our possession, or sold without our trade mark, at registered In U. S. Patent Office, can be authenticated os pure and genuine. Many a beautiful bat represe| ner’s unpaid bill. Smoking 6 or hand fry it. mllli- I can recommend Piso’s Cure ! tion to sufferers from At thin a. | senn. Ft. Howard, Wis., May 4,1 [on sump. Town- Don’t TRY to keep hou-e , Ribbon Baking Powder. At all' K. B. P. Company, Richmond, \ | It Blue Sers. B. It requires half a day to sing ! national hymns of Cblna. No-To-Hac for Flfty C*, GuevMiteed tobacco habit cure 'ies weak men strong, blood pure. 50c, 8L Ajruggists. New Zealand contains at prat 42,000 natives (Maoris) and 626,000 whi.j Mrs. Wlnslow’sSoothingSyrup children teething, softens the gums, redurlnflarai- tion.allays pain.cures wind colic. 3a bottle. Fits permanently cured. No flt^iervouv new after first day’s use of Dr. K1‘* Great Nerve Restorer, trial bottle and igtse free Dr. R. H. Kline. Ltd..»l ArchStJu.. Pa. 1 ♦— ! UM! f N ever give a remedy containing J ^)piura to your children. I Refuse to accept strong, poisonous * ANcdicines that are not j | Alone nauseating but dangerous. ! N ORMAN’S Ncstrallzlsg Cordial ’ § aves children from premature death. I C srries health and a new lease j [ ^Jf life to numbers of sufferers. ! Ro*y cheeks, good appetite, restored !3>Kcstioii, are results of its use. ^ 11 is the sovereign remedy for Alt affections of the stomach and l Lower bowels. Absolutely cures ~ DYSPEPSIA, and soc- at druggists and dealers. THE NORMAN CORDIAL CO., Prop s, Charles tor, b. C. | NORMAN’S INDIAN WORM PELLETS f Remove Worms. The Best Liver Pills. io and 2JC. Trade Mark. Send for our Croat Offer to Cotton Plintan. AGENTS WANTED. OSBORNE’S 'u>un€dd ^ .. Augusta. Ga. Aetoal bn«tnaa». Notazt book.. Short tuna. Coaap board. Sand for a au® ey*». uls 1 1 ThampsoiTs Eyt Wstsr and Liquor Habit cured in IO to SO daya No pay till cured. I>r.«f. t<.Stephens, Dept. A, Lebanon, Ohio. 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Marble City Drug Mfg. Co.. Knoxville, Tann. Gentlemen:—In reply to your letter etf recent date, will nay that I did receive great benefits from "Dr. Frank’s Cough Cure.” I consider it the he.r — medy for coughs abd Yours truly, RobAkt L. Taylok. For sole by all druggists at 23c., or sent direct 8. N. U.—No. 13—’98. G harlottegommergial OLLEGE, C«AtlOTTl. K.A Nu Y scathra*—Positions Quaran teed—Catalogua Trae Y