SS Rio Seems Doomed. It is Again Bombarded by the Rebel Fleet. NEw York, October 11.—Advices received here concerning the war in Bra- zil are of a startling nature and new complications are reported. The Herald's correspondent at Montevideo cables the following, dated last night : Admiral de Mellos has once more opened his firing on Rio de Janeiro, and the capital isin a state of panic. The fact that the bombardment still contin- ues is thought here to be due either to a perfidious breach of promise on the part | of Admiral de Mellvs, or, what is more likely, to the fact that President Piexoto has refused, as he said he would, to dis- mantle his batteries, and has persisted in shelling the ships, and thus drawing their fire upon the capitol of Brazil. Much anxiety is felt in Rio to know what action President Cleveland will in- struct Minister Thompson to take with regard to the question of supporting the Argentina and Chilian ministers in Rio in their protests against the diplomats of other nations interfericg between the belligerents. They have raised the cry, ‘America for the Americans,” and as- sert that this is just the time when the Monre doctrine should be unmistakably asserted. They declare that other Ameri- can governments are well able to do all the interfering that is necessary between the Brazilian contestants, and they are locking to the leader of American na- tions to come to the front now and as- sert herself. ‘While those who are most familiar with the situation are stillin doubt as to what course Minister Thompson will decide to pursue, they believe he is opposed to the proposed intervention of European powers, and that he will finally act in concert with the legations of Chili and Argentina. Only Uruguay, among the South American nations, represented in Rio, remains neutral in this matter. To Investigate Pension Cases. WasHINGTON, Oct. 9.—Secretary Smith, of the Interior, sent to the House today a letter submitting supplemental estimates of $300,000 for the investiga- tion of pension cases for the current fiscal year. This is in addition to $200,000 already appropriated. It submitting the request he asks for its early and fav- orable consideration. ADDITIONAL LOCALS. ——The Morris lime kilns at this place have all resumed operations after an idleness of several months. The quarries are being worked full handed. —— Authorities say that outside of Philadelphia, Pittsburg and Allegheny, Bellefonte has sent more visitors to the ‘World’s Fair than any other city or town in the State. : ——Mr. James Hamilton, who lives on Willowbank street, will be ninety years old next April, if he lives. This venerable gentleman has never been se- riously ill in his life. ——T¢ is stated that the office of the Sugar Valley Journal will be ‘moved from Logansville to Mill Hall, where it will be issued as a Democratic weekly. If the Journal deserts Sugar Valley how will the world find out about the way that railroad over there. is booming ? ——Millheim is mourning the death of two residents. On Monday morning Miss Lizzie Sholl, aged 20 years, died of consumption at the home of her father, David Sholl. Pneumonia claim- ed Mrs. Harry Clapp as its victim, on Sunday morning. Deceased was about 60 years of age. ——Last week we published an ac- count of the ‘‘cider racket’ which threatened to get the Freshman class, at the Pennsylvania State College, into such hot water, but we are pleased to in- form our readers that the trouble has been amicably settled and the student are back at work as usual. ——On Wednesday, October 18th, the District Firemen’s convention day, there will be a grand celebration in Philipsburg. A parade, sports and many other amusements have been ar- ranged by the committee in charge. Philipsburg promises to send all the visitors away well pleased. ——Last week a party of young people from Howard went out to Chi- cago to the Fair and had an elegant time. They have all returned home but two young men, Messrs Jas. G. Hever: ly and Lot Neff, for whose return a re- “ward is hereby offered. It is not known whether they went up on the Ferris wheel and never came down, or whether they are hiding in the bunga- low of one of those Dahomian vil: lagers. -—The death of Mrs. Mary Cooper was announced from the home of John * C. Henderson, her son-in-law, in Hus- ton township, on Tuesday morning, Decensed was 84 years of age, having come to this country from Ireland, in 1848. Funeral services were held at Julian yesterday morning and inter- ment was made in Gray’s burying ground in Half Moon. THE CENTRE Harn Grist MILL BURNED.--On Wednesday night of las; week the grist mill, owned by Geo. F. Clements, at Centre Hall, was discover- ed to be on fire and before the flames could be controlled it had burned to the ground with all its contents, The property was valued at $2400 and an insurance of $1200 was carried on it. The fire was undoubtedly of incen- diary origin. MARRIAGE LiceENsES.—Issued dur- ing the past week—Taken from tke docket. Wm. H. Johnson, of Chambersburg, and Nellie Delige, of Bellefonte. Clarence L. Walker, of Spruce Creek, and Cathrine R. Lucas, Spring Twp. Charles Hancock and M. Rothrock, both of Philipsburg. Willis W. Stephen, of State College, and Alice A. Albright, of College Twp. F. W. Musser, Spring Twp., and Blanche E. Dale, of College Twp. J. D. Geissinger, of Milwaukee, Wis, and Mary Tripple, of Bellefonte. A Prize FoR AN Essay.—The Board ot Trade, of Bellefonte, decided at its meeting, on Tuesday night, to offer a prize of $10.00 to the person who will write the best article, of not more thana thousand words, setting forth the natural advantages of Bellefonteas a manufac- turing centre. The article selected as the best will be used as a circular letter which it is hoped will help boom the town. The contest is open to every one and articles may be handed in not; later than October 24th. ——A. J. Dress, of Philipsburg, was arrested, on Monday, and taken to Read- ing where he was placed in jail, charged with swindling. He had been acting as solicitor for the Spang family, about Reading, whose members claim that Dress deluded them into believing that a great fortune had been left them in Germany. They sent him abroad sever- al times and say that they have fur- nished him money freely, but now since the $100,000,000 fortune has turn- ed ont to have been a myth they want redress. The accused Philipsburger says he was roped into the business by the Spangs. ——The wedding ot Miss Mary Trip- ple and Dr. J. D. Geissinger yesterday afternoon, at the home of the bride's parents, on Spring street, was a very pretty but quiet affair. Only the im- mediate friends witnessed the ceremony that was said by Dr. Laurie and par- took of the collation that was served afterwards; but many congratulated the happy couple ere they left on the 5:20 train tor their home in Milwaukee, Wis. where the Doctor, who for years was one of our best and most popular dentists, has a well established prac- tice. ——Andrew Rankin, the Karthause Justice of the Peace, and all-around confidence man, who is now serving a term in the Clearfield county jail for embezzlement, received word last Tharsday that his wife had died at Wellsboro. The court issued an order to the Sheriff to take the prisoner to the side of his dead wife until after the fu- neral. Two of Rankin’s sons are danger- ously ill with typhoid fever. The wily "Squire is well known here in Bellefonte, where his wedding took place. It will be remembered that he fell in love with a woman, whom he met at Haag’s hotel here, while he was engaged asa witness on the Andrew’s murder case. His many escapades are familiar to the read- ers of the WATCHMAN. Sue Was IN No DANGER oF CATCH- ING 17.—The following juicy little story is being told at the expense of a Penns Valley school teacher, who had doubt- less read of the cholera and yellow fever scares until she became so worked up as to get frightened at anything. A young lady school teacher, teach- ing not many miles from this place, has such an inordinate dread of contagious diseases that she sent a little girl home the other day ‘because she said her mother wes sick and had symptoms of something alarming. The next day she presented herself at school with her finger in her mouth and her bonnet swinging by the string and said: “We've got a little baby at our house, but mama told me to tell you that it isn’t catchin’.” The teacher blushed slightly and said she was very glad and told the pupil to take her seat.” ProF. JosiaH JACKSON oF Stark CoLrrGE 18 DEAD. —The following item clipped from the Chester Times, of ‘Wednesday, brings sad news to the community of State College. “Professor Josiah Jackson, of the Pennsylvania State College, died last evening quite suddenly at the residence of his sister, Dr. Hanuah J. Price, Broad and Madison streets. Professor Jackson has been suffering from heart trouble for some time, but his condition had not been regarded as critical, and he was on a leave of absence from his duties at State College on account of his health. He came to this city a few days ago to spend some time with his sister, and she was with him when the fatal stroke came. Prof. Jackson was a man of very fine attainments, and for fourteen years had held the professorship of higher mathe- matics in the State College, in Centre county, where he was very highly re- spected. He was rated asone of the leading mathematicians of the State. He was born about sixty-four years ago, near Kennett Square, and came from old families on both his father’s and mother's side being connected with some of the best known names among the Friends in this section. Professor Jackson was the oldest of eight children, and his death is the first break in the family, The funeral will take place on Satur- day and the interment will be made at Longwood Meeting House, near his birth place, in Chester county.” Professor Jackson was the oldest member of the college faculty and was so beloved by the student body, during all his years of connection with the institu- tion, that his death will cause genuine sorrow in the hearts of those men whose contact with him told them of his noble individuality. He led the simple, unas- suming life of a Friend and it was his kindly interest in all about him that proved the charm of his being. His work as a professor was always of a high order and to his indefatigable labors many of the graduates of P. S. C., who are now finding prominence in various engineering pursuits owe much of their success. In his death the Pennsylva- nia State College has lost a man, who by reason of the esteem in which he was held by every one and the love borne him by alumni and student of the insti- tution, will perhaps never be replaced. His kind, though firm, manner found its reward in softening the wayward spirits of many men who came into his charge; to them their alma mater has lost the star of its of organism. A widow, three sons and one daugh- ter, wko is the wife of Prof. L.. E. Reber, of State College, mourn the loss of a husband and parent whose sad death has left a wound in the hearts of many now scattered o’er this broad land. JURORS FOR THE NOVEMBER COURT. The following leng list of jurors for the November term of Court have been turned out of the jury wheel. It will be necessary to hold three weeks of court next month owing to the great number of cases to be tried. The third week will be a particularly interesting one as some cases of importance will be brought up. GRAND JURORS. John Derstine, carpenter... D. B. Malone, farmer.... Wash Garbrick, farmer.. C. T. Fryberger, merchant Aaron Crouse, 1aborer.......cccccaveesenes Miles. J. C. Corl, farmer... .... James Immel, farmer. 8 Jerry Gill, shoemaker... ..Spring Mathias Neaglay, farmer. ......GTegg, John A. Hatch, dentist... Philipsburg Elijah Kellerman, gent. Milesburg. C. M. Musser, mechanic Philipsburg, James Lons, JADOTE ines ssreert sores . Spring. Thos. Eaton,brickmaker,South Philipsb’rg. W. H. Bloom, farmer........... eens. FETgUSON. Jovese Hoffman, farmer. ... Huston. D. H. Shivery, farmer. ....Benner. Jonath’n Bullock,carriagemaker,Milesb'rg. Z. 8. Welsh, farmer . J. C. Brown, farmer. A. Y. Wagner, miller... Andrew Meyer, farmer. John Barger, laborer... Samuel T. Gray, farmer. TRAVERSE JURORS—FIRST WEEK. 8. E. Ploutz, mine boss.. Patrich Loughrey, farm Solomon Peck, merchant.. Wm. Shunkwiler, blacksm C. W. Korman, farmer. Calvin Kline, laborer. J. J. Tressler, farme Jeremiah Lee, farme A. H. Tressler, farmer. Levi Reese, farmer.. David Burd, farmer. R. H. Houser, contractor Henry Potter, farmer. C. B. Hess, farmer. . S. D. McEwen, farmer. A. W. Harper, confectioner H. W. Frantz, teacher.... George Brown, farmer... Charles English, merchan Abner Noll, merchant.... Jesse Cox, carpenter. Wm. Bell, mason......... J. L. McLarren, butcher. Cornelius Dale, farmer... Byron Teller, pump maker. 8. B. Row, gent......c...... Wm. Johnson, farmer..... H. Twitmeyer, carpenter 8S. Sellers, gent. eauns... Jesse Rearick, farmer. Wm. Resides, farmer.. George Lamb, dealer... Wm. Beck, farmer...... D. F.Luse, mechanic.. E. R. Jones, laborer.... J. Warren Brown, farmer. W. F. Stover. carpenter... Lewis Price, foreman..... Howard Heaton, farmer,. Israel Wolf, tailor........... 3 Robert Hepburn, carpenter.......Bellefonte. Elias Bistline, laborer............... Ferguson. Charles Sharpless, mine Sup t. Philipsburg. John F. ‘Holt, laborer... Union. P. W. Burket, tinner... .Half Moon. George Riter, laborer... ....Spring. W. H. Bechdol, farmer Liberty. John Grove, farmer..........c..ueuu.. Benner. TRAVERSE JURORS—SECOND WEEK. Alonza Grow, laborer. G. W. Nagle, jeweler. D. W. Guise, teacher. James Dillen, farmer... Jacob D. Breon, farmer H. E. Noll, agent....... J. L. Shope, faimer E. W. Kline, teacher. P. H. Shires, laborer. Job Williams, farmer Jacob Craft, farmer... S. A. Bell, bricklayer. Rush. Philipsburg. ..Centre Hall. ...Burnside, .Bellefonte. Charles Kuhn, farmer.. ~College. David Bartley, carpenter. Bellefonte. Wm. Hess, gent........... Philipsburg. Thomas Heverly, clerk Bellefonte. L. C. Bullock, laborer.. Austin Gramley, farme Joel Johnson, laberer John McGonigal, sup John Wirth, laborer. J. H. Brown, labore Jesse Long, butche BF. Vcenada, farmer. Haston Arney, farmer.. John Hoffa, grain mere Curtis Wagner, miller.. Frank Rittenhour, blac! James Hunter, carpenter Jacob Hoy, farmer Wm. Ertle, sawye Robert Cole, archite Wm. Kreamer, painte A. R. Price, laborer. Wm. Alexander, mi Jacob Wagner, miller. THIRD WEEK. James Turner, farmer. .... W. H. Wike, fireman... David Lucas, farmer.. H. J. Limbert, farmer. Adam Heckman, farmer. Jefferson Bechtol, laborer L. C. Green, (col ) barber...... W. H. Harter, wagon maker. B. P. Shipley, laborer........... Nathanial Bowersox, farmer H. E. Downing, farmer..... Wm. Markle, teacher.... Lewis Rossman, farmer. E. L. Snavely, farmer. J. C. Peters, farmer.... John Tressler, teacher... George Kline, Sr., laborer. Harry A. Stoner, farmer... Anthony Duesling, gent.... Jacob Winklebleck, farmer.. Jas, R. Hughes, teacher.... John A. Rankin, clerk....... Samuel Diehl, coach maker. A. J. Johnson, carpenter... Howard Foust, laborer... E, Confer, farmer........ Chas. W. Slack, farme John E. Royer, farmer J. B. Childs, Supt..... Charles Smoyer, far S. H. Orrus, painter B. W. Royer, farme David Fye. carpenter.. Henry J. Pletcher, far W. N. Aunan, laborer Morgan Lucas, farmer. Pine Grove Mentions. S. A. Dunlap and wife are receiving the congratulations of their neighbors upon the arrival of a young daughter at their home. Miss Maurie Campbell, Miss Clara Walker, Levi Walker Esq, and Oscar Bowersox are this week in attendance at the World's Fair. Miss Nancy Gill of Bellefonte, who has been an invalid for some months, will spend the winter with her sister Mrs. Ward in this place where she is now staying. Mrs. F. E. Meek, who some days ago had a paralytic stroke is reported slowly improving. The hope of the WArcHMAN is that she may long be spared to her family. Lawrence Fox, one of Shingletown’s nimrods, in the beginning of the season brought down the first deer and has been busy dealing oui the savory meat ever since to his friends. The new Presbyterian parsonage, on the old burned site, is about completed, receiving its second coat of paint of white color, with orange trimmings, When completed it will present rather a cosy appearance among the up- towners. We are glad to note the improvement of Capt. J. H. Stevens, who about one week ago re ceived a partial paralytic stroke which affected his speech and right side and for some days he was unconscious and unable to speak, but at this writing is better. He is now able to converse with his family. It is hoped a col. lapse will not soon follow. The last month has been one of unusual ac- tivity among our sportsmen for small game’ Hundreds of the frisky tribe were killed. J. D* Tanyer thus far is the champion to the tune of 46 gray squirrelsand a fox. After a week’s camp- ing out the boys report plenty of exercise, im” proved appetites and better digestion. We overheard some of the lovers refused to believe their luck and declare they will not accompany them to the sociable nor go with them to church until the tan wears off. On the evening of the 7th inst., being the regular meeting night of Penns Valley Lodge I 0. O. F. 276, when the new Lodge Hall, at this place, was crowded with visitors to wit- ness the installation of the new officers elect, by! Asst. D.D. G. M., Ishler of No. £94. The new administration now consists of H. N. Krebs, N. G.; J. A. Kline, V. G., treasure, J. G. Heberling; permanent secretary, A. G. Archey; assistant secretary, N. 1. Krebs; with a full corps of subordinates—Past Grand, J.D. Tanyer was chosen Representative to Grand Lodge, which will hold its annual meet- ing at Altoona next May. New Advertisements. OR SALE.—Two good work hor- ses. Address W. T. McCalmont, Beech Creek, Pa. 38-36 3t * ATENTS.—My specialty is patent law. If you have an invention, write me for advice. It's the littlest, simplestthings that pay. GEORGE D. MITCHELL, Attorney-at-Law. 306 7th St., N. E., Washington, D. C. ~38-40-3m OTICE OF ESTRAY.—Came to the residence of the subscriber, at Unionville, Centre county, about 10 days ago, a speckled black steer with a white mark on its forehead. The animal is about 2 years old. Owner is notified to cali, prove property and pay costs of keeping. 38-40-tf E. A. PETERS. UDITOR’S NOTICE.-=In the Or: phans Court of Centre county, estate of L. W. Munson, late of Philipsburg boro. de- ceased. . - The nndersigned, an auditor appointed by said court to hear and pe upon the excep- tions filed and restate the account in accord- ance with the findings, will be at his office in Bellefonte, Pa., for the duties of his appoint. ment, on Friday. Oct. 13, 1893, at 10a. m., | where all parties interested may attend if they see fit. J. W. ALEXANDER, 38-37-3t. Auditor. UDITOR'S NOTICE.—Ia the Or- phan’s Court of Centre county, in the matter of the estate of William Meckley, late of Patton township, deceased. Ths under- signed having been appointed by said court, an auditor to distribute the fuuds in the hands of E. H. Marshall, the accountant in said es- tate, to and among those legally entitled there- to, will meet the parties in interest for the purpose of his appointment at his office (Cri- der’s Building), in Bellefonte, Pa., October 14, 1893, at 10 o’clock a. m. when and where those having claims will present them or be debarred from coming in on the fund. W. G. RUNKLE. 38-38-3t. Auditor. DMINISTRATOR’'S SALE. — There will be offered at public outery on the premises of the late Meese Gunssllus, decd, one mile west of Snow Shoe City, in Snow Shoe township, Centre county, Pa., on Thursday, November 16th, 1893, at 1 o’clock p. m., a valuable farm, bounded and de. scribed as follows: Beginning ata pine tree along lands of the Lehigh Valley Coal Com- pany east 52 perches to a stone corner, thence along lands of Valentines & Co., north 106 erches to stake, thence along lands of the ird Coal and Iron Co. west 41 perches to a stake, thence along same lands north-east 42 perches to an oak tree, thence along lands of James Watson west 53 perches to post, thence along lands of Downing south 67 perches to old pike, thence along lot of Mrs. Morgan east 13 perches, thence along same lot south 18 perches to stone fence, thence along lands of John Gunsallus east 25 perches, thence along same lands south 77 perches to place of beginning, containing 70 acres, more or less ; thereon erected a two-story frame dwelling house, large barn and necessary out buildings ; good orchard, well and never fail- ing spring of water on the premises ; schools and churches less than a mile from property. Said farm is underlaid with good coal, there being two veins—one six foot and the other three-foot. Terms will be made known on day of sale. JOHN GUNSALLUS, 38 39-6t* Administrator SSIGNEE’S SALE OF VALUA- BLE REAL ESTATE. By virtue of and order of the Court of Com- mon Pleas of Centre county, there will be of- fered at public sale, at Centre Hall, in Potter ‘township, on SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, 1893, at 1 o'clock p. m,, the following described Teal estate of W. H, Runkle, Jr., as follows to wit: No. 1. Situated in the borough of Centre Hall, county of Centre and state of Pennsyl- vania. Beginning at Penna. avenue, thence west by Kurtz street, 10 perches to Logan Ave- nue: thence south 8 perches to lot of R. D. Foreman ; thence east 10 perches to Penna. Avenue; thence north along Penna. Avenue to place ot beginning, containing 80 perches, thereon erected a two story frame" welling house, barn and other outbuildings. No. 2. Situated in the said borough of Cen- tre Hall, county and state aforesaid, beginning on Kurtz street, thence west 10 perches to Hoffer street; thence south 8 perches to lot of R.D Foreman; thence east 10 perches to Lo- Ean Alley; thence north 8 perches to place of oFinning, containing 80 perches. No. 3. Situated in the township, county and state aforesaid, beginning at stones on line of land late of Jacob K. Runkle, deceased ; thence by land late of John Rishel north 51%; degrees west 19 9-10 perches to stones; thence by land late of the said Jacob K. Runkle, deceased, south 60 degrees east 5 5-10 perches to the place ot beginning, containing 100 perches and allowanoe of six per cent. for roads; thereon erected a two story frame dwelling house, barn and other outbuildings. Terms oF SALE: —One-third of the purchase money to be paid on confirmation of sale; one-third in one year, and one-third in two years with interest on deferred payments, and which shall be secured by bond and mort- gage on the premises. N. B. SPANGLER, 38-40-3t Assignee. Fauble’s. New Advertisements, 000000000000000000000000000000 WE have them again this season, and more of them than we have ever had before, We mean those ALL WOOL gr1o.00 SUITS and overcoats. See them, they are even more than extra big values, 38-39 FAUBLE'S 000000000000000000000000000000 N OTICE IN DIVORCE.— [ In the Court of Com- William Decker | mon Pleas of Centre VS. { County. No. 46 Jan- Ellen Decker \ uary Term 1893. | Subpoena in ypivorce A V.M. . To Ellen Decker Defendant : Please take no- tice that you are hereby notified and required toappear before said Court on the Fourth Mon- day of Nov. 1893, to show cause why a decree of divorce Vincule Matrimoni should not be made and entered in favor of libellant in above case, personal service upon you having failed on acconnt of your absence should you fail to appear as commanded the libellant will proceed exparte. W. A. ISHLER. 38-37-4t. Sheriff, JE AGLE BRAND =—THE BEST {—R-0-0-F-I-N-G—} Is unequaled for house, barn, factory or out- buildings, and costs half the price of shingles, tin or iron. It is ready for use and easily ap- plied by any one. v ——RUBBER PAINT— Costs only 60 cents per gallon in barrel lots, or $4.50 for 5 gallon tubs. Color dark red. ill stop leaks in tin or iron roofs that will last for years. Try rr. Send stamp for samples and full particulars. es () ee EXCELSIOR PAINT AND ROOFING CO., 38-37-3m 155 Duane St., New York, N. Y. Nop-rULLOUE is an arbitrary word used to desig. nate the only bow (ring) which can- not be pulled off the watch. I HERE'S 1 THE | IDEA] rtrd foie {feeb mt= The bow has a groove on each end. A collar runs down inside the pendant (stem) and fits into the grooves, firmly locking the bow to the pendant, so that it cannot be pulled or twisted off. It,poritively prevents the loss of the watch by theft, and avoids injury to it from dropping. 1T CAN ONLY BE HAD with Jas. Boss, Filled or other watch cases bearing this trade mark— All watch dealers sell them without extra cost. Ask your jeweler for pamphlet, or send to the manufacturers. KEYSTONE WATCH CASE CO., 38-37-4t PuILApeLpHIA, PA. Piao PLASTER... ... —— = = E PERFECTION OF I WALL PLASTER. —_——— It is put up in bagsand can be mixed in the building as used. It is easily spread. It is hard, tough, adhesive and durable. It does not rust the nails or show lath stains and is a NON-CONDUCTOR OF SOUND, It is pronounced the best patent plaster, by the plas- terers of Bellefonte, ever used in this community. FOR SALE BY 38-35-6m MeCALMONT & CO. A GREAT OFFER...... THE [COSMOPOLITAN MAGAZINE ———AND THE— DEMOCRATIC WATCHMAN, BOTH FOR $3.25 A YEAR. reese [ren THE great illustrated month- lies have in the past sold for $4.00 a year. It was a wonder to printers how the Cosmopoli- tan, with its yearly 1536 pages of reading matter by the great- est writers of the world, and its 1200 illustrations by clever artists, could be furnished for $3.00 a year. In January lastit put in the most perfect maga- zine printing plant in the world, and now comes what is realy a wonder : We will cut the price of the . . . . . «vo oo» Magazine in half for you [x] Think of it, 128 pages of reading, matter. with over 120 illustrations —a volume that would sell in cloth binding at $1.00, and twelve times a year and the ——DEMOCRATIC WATCHMAN.— BOTH FOR ONLY $3.26 A YEAR. This off is cpen to all old patrons who settle arrearages, and to every body else who desires to accept it. aii