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THE CAMBRIDGE JEFPER8ONIAN PAGE TH1BB Does your baking powder contain alum Look upon the label. Use only a powder whose label shows it to be made with cream of tartar. NOTE. --Safety lies in buying only the Royal Baking Powder, which is the best cream of tartar baking powder that can be OF fUSES W. W.

Elliot, formerly cashier, of the Batesville, National bank, now a resident of Los Angeles, sent the following clipping from the Los Angeles Times' to the Jeffersonian. The Eli T. Sheopard referred to in the article as owner of the 'House of Flags," is a native of Fairview, and has many relatives and friends living in Guernsey county. San historical old residence of Ex Consul Eli T. Sheppard at No.

1654 Taylor street, Russian Hill, is the only building standing after the sweep of the flames in tfae blocK bounded by Taylor, Vallejo, Monore and Broadway. Salvation was brought to this household through a veteran's veneration of tbe American flag. The story of the devastation of Russian Hill on April 18th and 19th, is one of many Its full quota of horrible details will never be written--ic is well for the peace of mind of newspaper readers that it cannot be. This devastation is one of the stupendous things of modern history. The dramatic escape of the Sheppard residence will go down in history.

This home is one of the prominent structures on Russian Hill; the first large residence built there, many years ago. It came around the Horn, having been cut ready for iraming down in Georgia by an old Scotchman, who came with the stuff prepared to set up here. Hon. Eli T. Sheppard has served as a soldier in the Civil War, havine been a member of both Eighty-fifth Ohio Volunteers and One Hundred and Twenty-sixth Ohio National Guards; he has served in tbe United States consular service, having been stationed at Tientsin, China from 1869 ot 1875, and serving under appointment of President Grant in 1876 as international law adviser for the Imperial Japanese Cabinet.

Another portion of the Sbeppard residence is occupied by Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Dakin, and a third section is tbe home of Mr.

and Mrs. S. H. West fall. Dakin is a Civil War veteran, and S.

H. Westfail, whose wife is a cousin of Wesley Clark, of Los Angeles, is San Francisco manager of tbe California Citrus Union. Through this long residence abroad, Mr. Sheppard has accumulated the richest collection of oriental curios in tbe United States. He has costly vases given him by tbe Emperor of Japan; a sword with which be was invested by Li Hung Chang; magnificent lacquer cabinet, presented to Mrs.

Sheppard by the Chinese Empress, and other treasures innumerable. Mr. Dakin, who is an ardent lover of tbe flag be served for four years, bas in tbe Sheppard residence unique flag room. It was entirely covered with American flags. Many of them have interesting histories.

There was tbe Rear Admiral flag of the late Bennington; jack of the launch flag of the Oregon; launch flags of Dewey's Olympia; jack of the Marblehead while at Cuba, and many others. Wbeti the flames shot up tbe slopes destruction of the homes on tbat Mr. Sbeppard gave a last long look at his beloved treasures, took bis inralid wife, and by great aifficulty made his way to Oakland friends. The Dakins and Westfalls stood by off Russian Hill, making certain the stuff until the afternoon of tbe 19th when soldiers came and warned them away. Just as they were departing for the water front, Dakin asked for a few moments more.

He had one duty yet to perform. While tbe party of refugees stood to with tbelr small bundles of hastily gathered necessar ies held in their arms, Dakin rushec 1 up to his cherished flag room on the top floor, hastily tore from the walls I some of his dearest flag treasures and thrust them into his trousers about his waist. Then he climbed out onto the roof ana bravely ran up a large American flag on a twenty-four foot staff---one of the most prominent pointsjn the hill district. Three times Dakin dipped the flag in a brave farewell salute; then with tears streaming down his cheeks he descended and with his wife and tbe Westfalls moved on to spend the night on the "dump" at the foot of Taylor street, about fifteen blocks distant from the Sheppard residence. As they went over the crest of Russian Hill, just before losing sight of their home, the company stopped and gave a last long look They expected to find nothing but ashes and debris when again they visited the spot.

But at the same time the Dakins and Westfalls were scurrying down one side of Russian Hill to the water front, qfdiers and marines were swarming mfr the opposite side to attempt the rescue of the house that floated the Sag in the face of imminent peril. Some of the soldiers believed it was a military station. When Dakiu's flag arose on its prominent staff and dipped its salute, it was seen by soldiers all over the lower district. From many a husky throat arose a cheer: and it was but the work of a few moments lor brave men to struggle up tbe steep bill and reach the house. Even then the adjoining buildings were all in flames.

That the Sheppard building was saved, in the face of such a scorching breath is almost miraculous. The soldiers and citizens, enthused by tbe living flag, rushed into the house and found there filled tuba. Water pitchers were filled; one tub was used as a mortar vat, and sand was mixed with the water to the consistency of wet plaster. Men climbed out onto the roof ledges with vessels filled with this mud, aud as the woodwork caught fire, took hanafuls and slung the mort" onto the blaze. It flattened out and extinguished the flames.

On the second floor, men climbed out onto window ledges, with siphon bottles of mineral water, and with ittle squirts of the fizs water put out many an incipient blaze. How they accomplished the preservation of the Sheppard home even the rescuers themselves can scarcely tell. They say Old Glory was responsible for their enthusiasm. One by one the structures in the block fell, until finally the bouse of tbe American flag stood alone. Half- consumed, tbe flag hung from its; scorched staff.

An artillery man tenderly lowered the flame-scathed bunting and car- i ried it away as a relic. The Dakins and Westfalls spent Thursday night on the water front, and at daylight next day Dakin climbed up Russian Hill again to take a look at what he expected to find ruins of his home. He was speechless with surprise when he saw the house standing--the only one in the entire block. With thankful heart be hastened to the old home, eagerly mounted to the flag room, tore down a large flag still remainmc on the walls, and climbing out once more onto the roof, he attached Old Glory to the halyards and with a glad shout drew it upwards until it floated out to the breeze. Guards in the street below saw the beautiful emblem stretch itself before (be wind, beard the about of, Veteran Dakin, and answered with a ringing salute.

Dakin hurried to the water front to carry the news. The two families returned and have "lived happily ever since," despite the fact that all the water they have for use is that which remained in the bathtubs after the firefighters had finished their rescue work, and a little caught when the rains fell. ELECTION DUE AT LORE CITY. The two years of "wetness" at Lore City were concluded on Thursday. Will the saloons be permitted to continue or will they be voted out by the citizens of that place, is the question that is being asked not only by the citizens of Lore City, but also of Cambridge, During the past twc years Lore City has been the onlj wet town in Guernsey county.

Irn mediately after the result of the election was made known in Cam bridpe two years ago, the wet ele ment started the ball to rolling a Lore City, and the result of the elec tion at that place was a surprise no only to the dry citizens of that burg but to the wets as well. By a ver; small majority the place went we and as soon as the law would allow about a dozen saloons were opened Now the two years are up and it i said that tbe drys have a petition asking for an election Saturday, Maj 5th. The recently enacted $1,000 li cense law, it is said, goes into effec on the 28th of this month, ana it i claimed thai should Lore City go we again one or two saloonkeepers wil take out a license. They enjoy a large patronage from Cambridge. AN ACT To amend Section 1 of an act en titled, "An act to require paymenl of security for costs in actions fo divorce or alimony or both: passed April 29th, 1902, be amended to read as follows: That no clerk or any court of com mon pleas in any county shall receiv or file a petition for divorce or ali mony until the party named as plaintiff in such petition, or some other party, on his or her behalf shall make prepayment or deposi with the clerk of such an amount as will cover the costs which may likel; accrue in such action, exclusive attorney fee, or shall give suchsecur ity for said costs as may in judgment of the clerk be satisfactory, provided that wiaere any party plaintiff is without sufficient financial means the clerk shall upon such party mak ing affidavit of inability either to prepay or give security for costs, re ceive and file the petition of such party, said affidavit to be filed wit! the petition and treated as are otner similar papers in such cases C.

A. Thompson, speaker. Passet March 29th, 1906. KICKED SOON. "We do not want to be compelled to pay for tbe education of childret living in the city," said one we! known farmer with a family of children of school age, living lust outside the school limits, about two years ago.

At that time the Board of Education was considering the matter of extending tbe district limits so as to take in tbe children" of farmers living near the city. The limits were extended, but some of the farmers "kicked 1 so hard the limits were readjusted so as not to take in their property. Recently one of the members ol the Board investigated the matter and discovered that the school taxes paid by the farmers inside the limits amounted to only 1.94 per while those living outside paid 2.06 per cent. According to this it would be cheaper to get inside of the school limits if possible. There are now a number of pupils from out of the city attending the public schools tiere for which the board receives from $150 to 9200 for tuition fees.

WILL REDUCE TOLL Class of Two Speak Before Large Audience, Dr. Jester Delivers Excellent Address. If the- present intentions of tbe county commissioners are carried out resolution will be passed at their regular meeting Friday, reducing tbe rate for autonomies on the National Pike to three cents per mile. This rate will he granted to those who have registered the number of their machine, together with their names and postoffice address with the keeper of a toll gate. To all others a rate of five cents per mile will be charged.

At present there are about tbe treasury, the accumulation of Kills, which is to be expended during be summer in placing the pike in first class condition. SPRING CATARRH W. Shaft Sells Hyomei Under Guarantee of Cure. The changeable weather of Spring directly responsible for the prveva- lenre of catarrbal troubles in Cambridge at the present time. As a result, J.

W. Sbaff has had a larger sale for Hyomei the past week than ever before in the years that lie has handled this reliable treatment for tbe cure of catarrh. If there is a single catarrhal gerrn in the system, Hyomei will search it out and absolutely destroy it, completely eradicating the trouble. The remedy has made so manv cures among J. W.

Sliaff's customers that he offers to pay for it himself if It does not benefit even the worst case of catarrh. The complete outfit costs only 91, consisting of an inhaler, medicine dropper, and bottle of Hyomei, while extra bottles of Tlyonnei can be obtained for 50 cents. There will not be even this small expense if Hyomei does not care, as J. W. Shaff will tarn your money.

The Second Annual Commencement of the Wcstland township High school was held in the Claysville M. E. church Tuesday evening. May 1st, before a large crowd of interested patrons. The exercises opened at 7:30 with a selection by the five piece orchestra from Cambridge composed of Messrs.

Hanna, Brenan, La Chat, Fiulsy and Amos. Rev. J. G. Exline, pastor of the M.

E. church invoked divine blessing and after another orchestra selection, James J. Vessels delivered his oration on "New Opportunities of New Age." He portrayed marvelous development of science and learning of the past century, and showed that in the same proportion the 20th century is advancing. Opportunities for usefulness and power were never brighter and the necessity of hard, persistent work is correspondingly great The orchestra rendered a very pretty overture which was enthusiastically received, alter which Miss Stella Agnes Burris, the other member of the class of 1906 delivered the valedictory, taking as her subject, "Tomorrow's Sun Will Find Us a Severed Band." The many joys, sorrows, struggles and good times of the pasi school years, the many kindnesses shown by teachers, classmates, friends of the school were spoken oi for all of which deep appreciation was expressed. To the class, the honored and beloved professor, the patrons and directors of the school, she expressed her appreciation in carefully wrought address, full of i bought.

Her manner of delivery was deliberate, clear and forcible ana created a splendid impression upon tier auditors. After music, Principal L. R. Coulter presented in a few appropriate words, Dr. E.

A. Jester, of Cambridge, who delivered one of the finest and most impressive addresses ever heard. After a few introductory remarks in which Dr. Jester promised to keep the crowd only so long that the orchestra might return home in time to be at the morning's duties, he took for his general use of the Raw 5 The wonderful advances made by packing houses and great manufactories in using all of what was formerly waste, served to illustrate his point very forcibly, and calling attention to the parable of the Ten Talents, Dr. Jester showed that the plan of tbe Almighty would permit of giving supernatural and unusual gfits only to those who made the oest use of the ordinary talents.

Raw materials in the human are tbe thre great natural gifts, Body, Mind, Soul, which are given to every man. The highest manhood is attained when these three are developed together. The importance of taking the very best care of the body, the necessity of having a mind keen, ready for the hardest work and the grand results brought about oy persevering judicious study, and in conclusion the development of tbat which is highest, noblest and best of God's gifts, the Soul, were all clearly, impressively and beautifully brought out by tbe able speaker. Do not exchange your soul for wealth, pleasure or fame, for the Soui alone lives forever." The speaker gave a problem in profit and loss which he asked each one to attempt to solve and when finished to give him tbe answer, which was "What shall it profit a man if he gain the whole world, but lose bis own soul?" He coveted for each graduate and every boy and girl, a Body strong and well, a Mind deep, thorough, clear and well trained, ana a Soul redeemed. After music which was encored, Mr.

E. E. Kelley, in behalf of the jownship presented the diplomas in a neat speech. He called attention to tbe excellent work done jy their High school, to the expenditure of money for educational purposes in Guernsey county, and the increase of about 24 per cent, in taxa- by recent legislation for school )urposes, declaring that not one word if complaint would be uttered by the eople of Ohio, if the schools ad- ranced in proportion to the increase taxation. The benediction was pronounced and a very enjoyable aod rofitable evening closed.

TAKE TIME TO EAT Dragging. Ain't the sunshine lazy like! ain't that South wind tine! Makes me'feel like i up my last year's hook and line, Atid pikin' through the underbrush till I can see the gleam O' silver sides o' hungry lish a-flop- pin' on the stream; But pap bas me into this; I've got to work today; I've got to drag the whole durn field before dare to play; He says there's thirteen acres, but I'll bet there's twenty-five; I'ev got to drag tomorrow just as sure as I'm alive! Way down on the riverbank I hear tbe fellows shout, When they all run jumpin' in, then a-drippin' out-And me a-draggin' all alone, a-sweat- iti' in the sun, A-walking till I'm tired out, and drearain' of the fun I've almost got a notion to tie up the slow old team, And make a beeline through the brush, and dive into tbe stream; But what if pap would come down here! My what a fuss he'd raise! So, I must keep on draggin' if it lasts a hundred days. BOB HARRISON. $100 REWARD Is Offered for Arrest and Conviction of Pleasant City Robbers. The Grossman department store of Pleasant City was entered some time Sunday night and goods to the value of about $6000 carried away.

The matter was reported to the Pleasant City authorities, but an effort was made to keep it from the knowledge of the public, and tne robbery did not become generally known until Tuesday afternoon when two boys in playing about the mouth of the Cisco Mine, near Pleasant City, discovered some of the goods The goods recovered amounted to about $150, and so far no clues have been found as to the location of tbe remaining articles taken from the store. A entrance to the store was effected by unlocking the front door and it is thought by the authorities that he robbery was the work of local talent. Mr. Grossman, proprietor of the store, has offered a reward of $100 for the arrest and conviction of the guilty parties. POPULAR YOUNG COUPLE ARE QUIETLY MARRIED.

S. B. McCulley, of this city, and Miss Anna Belle Morrow, formerly of Otsego, but who has been making her home with relatives here for some time, were quietly married at the home of the officiating minister, Rev. J. S.

McMunn, on North 10th street Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock. Immediately after the ceremony the happy couple left for the new home prepared by the groom for his bride, No. 545 West Steubenville avenue, where they will be at home to their friends. Both Mr. and Mrs.

McCulley are well known in Cambridge, and are popular with a large circle of friends. Mr. McCulley for some time has been mployed as a clerk in Charles Mc- Oollum's grocery is a youne man of most exemplary habits. His bride is an accomplished voung woman. A SUCCESSFUL TEACHER.

Of MS FOUOWHAVE III Thomas Moss Seriously Burned While Attempting to Enter Distant Room at Klondike Mine. Thomas Moss, of Stewart avenue, was very painfully burned about the face and hands by an explosion of gas in the Klondike mino Tues day afternoon, and for a tirnu it was feared that his injuries would prove fatal. This morning, while he was not considered out of danger, the attending physicians stated that they entertained hopes for his recovery Mr. Moss is connected with the Moss-Loomis Coal operating the Klondike mine, and Tuesday at noon he had been informed by the men at work of a cavein at the entrance of a room about one mile from the entrance of the shaft. He went at once to examine the cavein.

and finding that a large quantity of slate blockaded the entrance, started to crawl tbrough a hole into tbe room, when a quantity of gas was ignited by his lamp and an explosion followed. He was alone at the time, and although suffering terribly, managed to crawl to the mouth of tbe mine where he was met by the miners. Dr. Bird, of Lore City, was hurriedly summoned and did all he could to relieve the sufferings of Mr. Moss, after which he was brought to his home in this city on the labor train.

All of his hair on his head and eyebrows was burned off. BIOGRAPHICAL Sketch of Dr, Henry Clay Black- Was One of the Pioneers of Freeport. lurry at will Send to J. W. MUo-na Stomach W.

J. Kenwortby closed a very successful term of school at Flat Ridge Friday, April 27th, with the usual exercises in day time and an exhibition at night. Tbe recitations showed tbat the teacher and pupils have done their duty. The scholars received an elegant treat besides many useful presents. Mr.

Ken worthy is a young man who aims to excel in all his undertakings, with winning ways, and in very respect is suitable for the position which be so successfully fills. He was so successful in performing his duty that patrons and scholars join hand in hand and nearly welcome lim back. A PATRON. Eat in baste and repent at lei- ure'' is an old saying brought up to date. Hurry at breakfast means a bad start for the day.

and if you hurry also at the other meals, you will soon uffer with loss of appetite, sleepless- icss. nervousness, furred tnngne, pecks before the eyes, headaches, oackaches. weakness and de'iility, ndigestion, or other ills that are aused by an abused stomach. Here in Cambridge, as in thousands other places er the country, hurry at meals increases tbe drug- ists" business. Not a day passes hat J.

W. Shaff does not sell srvpral acKages of Mi-o-na stomach taWets those who have mined their dices- ion by not taking time to eat. J. W. Shaff has seen so many cures made by Mi-o-na that he sells it.

under an absolute guarantee tbat it will be successful every case where is used in accordance with oirec- ions, that is, one tablet before each meal, and will refund the money to anyone whom ii does not help. A large box of Mi o-na tablets cost but 50 cents If it cares; nothing if it fails. Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hamme, of South 9th street, Wednes day, May 2nd, a sou Born, to Mr.

and Mrs. Robert Lreper. of near Mt. 7Aon church, Wednesday, May 2d, 1906, a son. James McNutt, of Adams township, was adjudged insane by Probate Judge W.

H. Luccock Wednesday morning aod was taken to the asylum in Columbus by Sheriff Watson. Dr. C. R.

Johnson.of Wheeling ave- nue, left Wednesday morning for Tacoma, Washington, where he will locate if pleased with the piaca. Mrs. Johnson expects to join her husband later. The Marietta Division wreck crew was called to a point between Warner and Whipple Thursday night to pick up a couple of cars that had been derailed. Traffic was delayed but a short time.

Rev. John W. Handier, D. IX, president of tbe Wesleyan college, Mt. Pleasant.

Iowa, spent a few hours of Tuesdav with old friends aod acquaintances in Cambridge. He was returning from a brief visit with his aged father aod his brothers in Nuble county. Dr. Hancher ranks usual among tbe foremost college presi- dcnts of UN country. I Dr.

Henry Clay Black was the son of Joseph K. Black, and was born in Gutriisey county, December 20, 1825. His death occurring April 25, 1906. he was years and four months old at his death. Bis Black, was a native of Ireland.

His father, Joseph Black, came from Virginia to Guernsey county in 1803. He was the sixth child of a family of ten children, five of whom survive his death. They are Mrs. Mary Scott and Mr. C.

N. Black, of Cambridge, Mrs. Francis Linkhorn, of Iowa, Mrs. T. H.

Black, of Lakefield, Iowa, and Gain R. Black, of Peoria, Illinois. The longevity of the family is somewhat remarkable. Of the six girls and four boys the first death-the youngest, a sister, occurred at the age of over 30. Three sisters have died since--one 65 years, one 78 and one 84 ears of age.

The ages of the four brothers aggregate 321 years or an average ol over 80 years. Mr. C. N. Black, aged 85 years, and Mrs.

Scctt, aged 74, were present at the funeral, Other relati ves from a distance attending the funeral were his son, O. K. Black, of Cleveland; Mr. ana Mrs Joseph Black, and Mr. and Mrs.

J. C. Carver and son, Donald, of Cambridge; Mr. and Mrs. Paul Lawrence, of Kent, Ohio; Mrs.

O. O. Dougherty, and daughter Jean, of New Miss Lanning. of Still water. He spent his boyhood days on his father's farm, but at the age of fourteen commenced to carry the mail from from Cambridge to Coshocton, which in that day of bad roads and bridgeless streams, which he was often compeliea to swim when high, was no small task for a boy, but even then the grit he exhibited in the after years was shown on many occasions.

After securing what education be could in tbe common schools of that day, he attended a select school pursuing a course in bieber mathematics with a view to becoming an engineer. He also taught school several terms. He subsequently determined to enter the meoical profession and after two years of study with Dr. F. S.

Marquis, was given a diploma. He located in Antrim, where he resided until 1852, when he came to Freeoort, wliere he enjoyed a good practice until his health failed him. For several months he was suffering from a neuralgic affection the face, but after an operation by expert surgeons of New York City, tbe source of his misery was removed, and his life no doubt lengthened many years. Dr. Black was twice married: Dec.

14, 1848, be was united to Rebecca McCarty, who died Nov. 25. To them were born Clelia De France, (Mrs. J. C.

Carver) in Cambridge: R. M. and B. in Freeport, and Otis in Cleveland. On Dec.

31, 1885, Dr. Black was married to Jennie L. Hayes, who survives Dr Black was a member of Presbyterian church and in politics a lifelong Republican. He was endowed with more than ordinary mental powers. He was a gteat reader and a close and deep thinker, very positive and tenacious in opinions when once formed.

For many years a citizen of Freeport, his going out of life will be felt by all who have so often seen the familiar form on the streets and they will realize with regret tbe loss of one who bas been so closely connected with Freeport and its interests. Tne funeral, which was held in the Presbyterian church Friday, April 27, was largely attended. o. D. McKeever and A.

(J. Eagleson had charge of the services and both raade remarks appropriate to the occasion. Tbe floral offerings were plentiful and beautiful. After tbe re taking, the remains were in Greenmont Press. TOO UK TO HUNK Barnum and Bailey Continue Successful Experiment of Eliminating Street Parade.

A circus that is "too big to give a street parade" is a novelty even ia these days of colossal enterprises and mammoth amusement institutions. But that is the announcement of the Barnum and Bailey circus, which exhibits in Cambridge May 22nd. In speaking of the reasons for this striking A. Bailey, the late manager of the big show, said recently: "The Barnum and Bailey circus has become so large tbat a parade is no longer possible or even desirable. If we could be absolutely sure of getting into town by daybreak, the parade would still be feasible, but with our five long trains of cars, this is too much to expect of tha railroad companies.

In many instances it is 8 or 9 o'clock before the last section arrives, and 10 o'clock before it is unloaded and the paraphernalia transferred to tbe show grounds. This leaves just sufficient time to erect the big tents and prepare for the afternoon performance. To take several hundred men awav from the show grounds at the most critical time in the morning, in order to give a parade, would mean delay in opening, and consequent discomfort to the public. To compel thousands of people to stand out in front of the entrance in tbe hot sun or rain, because the giving of the parade has delayed the opening for an hour or more, is positively cruel; bub there is frequently no help for it when parades are given. Bv eliminating the parade the public is also- saved a long and often uncomfortable wait on the streets pending the always more or less delayed procession, which at best has nothing new to offer, to say nothing of the interference with public traffic and the business of the city's merchants.

Many municipal governments have recognized the latter facts by either refusing to g've licenses for parades, or bv making the tax so high as to be prohibitive. Street parades were all right when circuses were small, and were necessary from an advertising standpoint. The Barnum and Bailey show is too well known to need advertising of this character, and instead of wasting time and energy on a conventional street display, every effort is concentrated apos the performance." The experiment of cutting out tbe parade was tried in this country for the first time last season, and Manager Bailey was asked what effect the innovation had upon the business of the big show 'If anything, it helped the patronage," was the reply. "The necessity for eliminating the parade because of the magnitude of the show was generally recognized, and the public was anxious to see a show that was actually too big to give a procession. Before the advent of the show in some of tbe Western cities there were some unfavorable ments regarding tbe 'no parade' feature, even in the press; but after tbe public and the newspaper men saw tbe performance, noticed the increased vim and ginger that was installed into it because the performers and animals were "not overworked, and the greater enjoyment of tbe people because they had not been worn out by a long period of tiresome waiting, there was but one verdict, and that was tbat tbe elimination of tbe parade was a success from every standpoint." The Barnum and Bailey circus the only one tbat has bad the courage to cut out tbe parade.

Another well known showman, when asked if bis show would follow suit, replied: "I would like to, bat I can't. The Barnum and Bailey circus is the only one tbat is big enough to do it." And it is evident that it has introduced this innovation in the circus world because the show gives popular satisfaction without the aid of what is at best a conventional display of so called rpagean try. The absence of the parade is more than compensated for by this year's big arenic acts and "thrillers." There are three big and tbe 'structural steel used in these startling acts alone utilizes tbe carrying capacity of several railroad cars. Incidentally, it is announced tbat a splendid free show will be given thejexfoibition grounds daily at 11 by Prince Youturkey, aliemarkaWe performer on an elated wire cable. Charles L.

McCulIev is Hcen-ert the American Trotting A relation as starting judge and win extensive toor during the and fall in different of Urt country..