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IIeSUNI1u. -ACClVe operations were +
ed in Mccullough Iron Co.'S. Rolling
in this place, on Monday last.
PORT DEPOSIT ITEMS.

The merry jingle of sleigh bells is
heard no more in this neighborhood. The
weather became so very moderate that the
mercury lose to 60 degrees; the snow
melted the rain descended the river
became swollen and muddy the ice became
less firm a couple of men crossing the
river fell in but were rescued and Tuesday
night the grinding roar of an ice run
aroused the people, but did them no dam.
age. The solid field of ice has given place
to a rough mass, which presents difficultie,
to sleighins and skating.
On "Wednesday snow fell, but the boys
were disappointed, as it ceased all too soon
to put their coursing ground in good con-
dition.
generally known and liked, whose jests,
queer sayings and oddities form portion
of our characteristics. Abraham Rey,
colored. Poor Abe! His mrth was missed
during the holidays. He has been laid up
with diseased feet for some time. How
many Of his old friends will enliven his
solitude with word of cheer?
What has become of our gas man p
More light is wanted. Would not the peo-
pie be glad if the Commissioners would
put up, say-twenty posts with coal oil
lamps, to be used when the moon does not
shine?
Do not some of our wealthy property.
holders wish to bless the poorer, by sub.
scribing largely to a steam fire engine,
and if that does not bring enough, tap the
town for the balance? Verify, they would
he blessed
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ZION ITEMS.

Zion, doing along in its accustomed
routine, rarely finds its stiffness interrupted
by anything sufficiently interesting to
form an item for a weekly paper; but bust
ling activity represented all around us
demands imperatively, that our miniature
"c,ty on hill" should not "hide its light
under a bushel."
Last week, our usual quietude was
broken by the merry sound of bells, which
musical jingle was doubly appreciated,
from the long absence of such enjoyments
We feel sadly the need of some entertain
ment in our circle. Last winter our Sofia
Disseminated unfavorably, andthe Lyceum
under the management of our Brick Meet
ing House neighbors, which furnished such
an inexhaustible fund of amusement dur
ing its continuance, seems literally to have
faded away. Is it for want of leader p
Mr.. Whitcraft, tits true, pleads his eau Sc
amid other scenes, but why permit lie Doc
teur to waste his sweetness on the desert
air" for want of an opponent?
"A large donation party, numbering, l
think, hundred persons, met at Mr.. Johns
on Thursday evening last, and supplied
that worthy gentleman with quite num-
Der of the many things needful to a pleas
urable existence.
An interesting Bible Class directed by
the gentleman in question, meets weekly
in the Academy building. We wish it a
vast amount of success.
The Presbyterian congregation have
purchased an organ for their choir, to take
the place of the melodeon previously used
A number are pleading for the removal of
the instrument to the lower floor, and the
introduction of congregational singing
Those wishing such a treat, might find it
in the NJ. E. Church, where, were Isaac
Newton still extant, and present, at this
part of our church service, he would cease
to consider it
"Strange that harp of thousand strings
Should keep in tune so long"
The mass of this congregation are
making active preparations for Fair and
Festival for the benefit Of the parsonage,
now partially completed. February 22nd
has been settled upon as the day for the
first opening. The motive is good one
and worthy of patronage.
Bay View rivals our less ambitious
community in the number and Importance
of its outdoor games. Fox hunting seems
to be favorite amusement, and the inter-
esting farce of bag hunt" terminated
on Tuesday, in trial Of strength between
two fastidious athletes, regarding the direc-
ton the "animile " was to run, and from
the handling which it received, caused it to
think-if animals do think-that it was
one of a committee for the old school-boy
game of "jack-straws," or pitching PEN
Mes"
We envy this village its commanding
situation, but our vanity will not permit us
to consider it our rival in other respects.
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RISING SUN ITEMS.

The Weather.-The weather since my
last report has had many changes; some
pleasant, and some very unpleasant. At
present mud predoninates roads rough,
and clouds threaten snow.
Fat Cattle.-Fifty-si1 head of very fine
fat cattle were shipped from here to Phila-
delphia, a few days ago, and unfortunately
struck a bad market.
Ninth Datrict.-In my last you got 9th
inst. changed into 9th District, in the report
of Building Association sale, Nov. the 9th.
Don't have Building Association, but has
grand Trapping Association, and the
amount of fur secured is incredible
Serious Fttaliy-Joshua McCaslin, resid-
ing a few miles above here, has lost four
children within short time of each other,
with infiammatory sore throat. One died
18th and one 18th inst.
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FIRST CHAPTER OF THE PROCEED
INGS OF FLEA AND TICKTOWN.

In those days went a decree forth saying
that all the citizens of Flea side must
remain at the homes of their forefathers,
unless permit was extending to those who
wished to journey to Ticktown by him who
was predestinated to elect Il few to send
forth to receive an education. But 4 ccr-
tain man whose name is known amongst
the Fleas and Ticks, stretched forth his
hand, saying unto the oppressed, hearken
unto my voice and will redeem the former
precepts and cause this man to quake and
tremble for the miSeres he hath brought
on us and our children's children. There
dwelled a few miles from Flea and Tick
town, one man who was famous for his
wisdom, said unto the oppressed of Flea
and Ticktown, l will search the records
and make known to the oppressed whether
or not that redemption is nigh unto them.
Behold the time was well nigh come, and
this certain man went and received the
names of all of Flea and Ticktown, praying
that this man who sent the decree to Flea
side, and saying, recall thy former decree
and let their sons and daughters no longer
adhere to election, but promulgats the
religion of free grace.
Now be it known to all of Flea and Tick
town, that thy sons and daughters are still
grieved at thy mighty decree, and have
vowed not to be content until permits are
extended to all alike, for it is said that
some from foreign land enters into the
hall of learning on Flea side, whilst those
who were reared in the midst of these peo-
pie suffer bondage. Hsarken Oh Lord,
make known thy arm, and if thy predesti-
nation followers arc inclined to go after
strange gods, establish thyself and let thy
Fleas and Ticks no more war against each
other. May they beat their bayonets into
plough shares and learn war no more.
FLEA SIDE.
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FOURTH DISTRICT ITEMS.

Moced Auay.-Mr. Richard Blackson has
moved to Wilmington, Del, leaving his
farm in charge of his son.
Singing iScAool.-A singing school has
been organized in the new Hall, over the
Jackson school house, under the instruction
Of Mr.. William Henderson. Glass meets
at o'clock, P. NJ, on Wednesday evenings.
For Hunt.-A grand fox hunt left Mr..
Joseph Taylor's hotel, at Lewisyille, on
Saturday last, with SO hounds in the pack.
Entertainnent.-kim Cornct Band
was entertained at Mr.. Jas. McKane's, on
Friday evening last, with grand supper
and party. A number of ladies were pres
ent, and everything passed off pleasantly.
Mr.. McKane's father was present, who is
about 96 years of age.
iSab6dth-School-Th Sabbath school at
Taylor's school-house is in fourishing
condition, under the superintendent of
Mr.. David Devlin. The school has been
kept up through the entire winter.
Nen School. House.-A handsome new
schoo[house, just over the line, in Chester
county, Pa, has been completed, which
lisa great credit to the neighborhood. Ben
jamin Woolard, contractor.
Farmers Clu6.-The Rock Farmers Club
recognized on Thursday evening last,
elected officers, &c.
Chicken Cholera, which ragged so violently
here last spring, sweeping whole broods in
few hours, has again made its appearance,
as destructive as ever. Won't some Of
your readers give us recipe through these
columns that will do something towards
checking this pestilence.
Bad Roads.-The roads, owing to the
late warm spell, are in very bad condition,
some places they are almost impossible.
y Death Of an Aged Man.-Death has again
visited our District, and without minute
warning called away one of our Oldest and
most respected citizens. Mr.. John Scott
of Scott's Mills, fell dead last Friday night
while preparing to retire to bed. Mr.. Scott
was in his Seth year, and was in good health
at the time of his death. His remains
were inferred at Cherry Hill, on Sunday
afternoon last, attended by large con-
course of friends. Another of tho few
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Local MISUNDERSTANDING to the CEN
sus returns Of Maryland, just published,
the population of the Eastern Shore has
increased but about $500 in the last ten
years.
Rev. Griffith Owen, for the past ten years
Secretary of the Maryland Sunday School
Union, and one of the best known clergy
men in the State, died at his residence, in
Baltimore. Mr.. Owen frequently visited
Elkton, in connection with the duties OF
his office.
Money sold at the Elkton Building Soci-
ETY., OH Saturday night last, at the follow
ing rates 5000 at premium of 80 per
cent; 5000 at 2st; $500 at &c, and $1,000
at 243 The last sale will be made up out
of the next months proceeds.
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remaining old soldiers of 1912 has been
gathered home to his fathers.
Debating.-The Debating Society of SCOTS
Mills have had no meeting for the last two
weeks owing to stormy weather. They
propose meeting again on Monday evening,
January 23d, at 7 o'clock, =. NJ.
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PHILADELPHIA CATTLE MARKET.-The
cattle market was dull this week, but
prices were unchanged. About 1900 head
arrived and sold at SaS1c. for extra Penn
sylvania and Western steers, 6ia7tc. for
fair to good, and 4a6c. per pound gross for
common, as to quality. Cows were un-
changed. $50 head sold at $45a65 per
head. Sheep were in fair demand. 10000
head sold at 5a6c. per pound gross, as to
condition. Hogs were also in fair demand.
5000 head sold at the different yards at
$Sa9. 72 per 100 TBS net.
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Wanted-Every one to know that we are
selling at first cost. No. 40 Gilling Irvine,
s1.45, and No. 80, s1.3O per Id. Seine
Irvine, As cts. fb. Dry Goods, Groceries,
Hats, Caps. Boots, and Shoes, all at cost.
Auction sales Wednesday and Saturday
evenings this week. Thursday afternoon,
Jan. Goth, at o'clock, auction sale for
ladies, at Mrs. McCLELLAND's Store, oppo-
site the Court House. G. X. COLLIER,
Auctioneer
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Lewis continues to draw, notwithstand-
ing the "tinnes are SO dull" by pcrsisting
in selling none but the finest and best
quality of goods, at very low prices. Peo-
pie will go where they are sure of getting
the best. Honesty is the best policy in
merchandising, as in everything else.
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WASTE IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

In the remarks in last weeks issue of
The Wing, relative to economy in e1pendi-
lures for Public Schools, views were adj
vanced, the truth of which must be evident
to many Public School teachers. Belong
ing to this class, VIC know that great
amount of public property, in the form of
school-books and stationery, is annually
wasted, and that the teacher may, in great
measure, prevent this waste.
Parents are often unreasonable, and,
strange enough, suppose that because a
certain book-fee is paid by them, in return,
their child must be supplied with all that
he is supposed to need in the prosecution
of his studies. These needs seem underlined
and unendins, while the supply demanded
may usually be obtained from the book
Office for the mere asking, making it very
be refused. The teacher should be author
lied to deny such requests. Let the amount
of books and stationery allowed each pupil
be limited by law, and perhaps father or
mother will understand why Willie does
not have new copy hook after destroying
| his old one.
Known G that teachers already bear many
burden of unjust complaint, and have
great need of that charity which 'beareth
all things, hopeth all things, endureth all
things" we would not lay an additional
weight upon them; but this responsibility
concerning the distribution of school sup
plies, would not be considered burdensome
by conscientious preceptors. Even some of
these do not seem aware how easily they
allow Titles to escape. Numerous boxes
of pens and slate-pencils are received and
contents distributed, to be lost or cast
aside in an incredibly short space of time,
simply because "Teacher can get plenty
more"
Among the "leaks' may be mentioned
the long line of Incidentals.' In many
instances coal houses are not provided, and
an enormous coal bill at the close of Win
ter, is the result. 'Twere better to system
atise public charities, by giving certain
amount of coal to each needy family in the
vicinity Of the school-house, and locking
up the remainder, than to leave the whole
to be carried away at the discretion of the
passer-by. A large pile of coal, of easy
access on cold day, is no small temptation
to many needy person.
To prevent waste in very small Matters
requires the constant and judicious watch
care of the teacher over each pupil, and
this care not to be given by one tasked
with the charge of too many children
Some schools, numbering over forty-fve
pupils of various ages, requiring an assist
ant as well as principal teacher, are denied
the former because of the expense. IT'S
unfair, in these instances to expect the
oversight demanded. We would say,
therefore, give to teachers liberal salaries
do not require of them an undue amount
of labor-then, as The Wing suggests, COM
pei them to perform their duty faithfully,
by holding them responsible for e1trav-
agance in the use of supplies. There
would then be fewer books needed, as we'll
as fewer locks, window-glass, ETC., broken.
BETA.
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Please remember that all goods kept at
the BEE HIVE are sold at uniform prices :;
that those prices are at the lowest possible
point, and i'll order to keep them there,
everything is sold for cash, or its equal.
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The Messrs. Alexander have opened
recently occupied by Harry Hall, where
they are offering an entire new stock of
stoves and tinware to the public.
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1.-THE above communication, written by a
practical teacher, corroborates the views
put forth in The Whig last week, in regard
to the great waste that is constantly going
on in the Public Schools, and which the
School Board should take some steps to
prevent. We do not know whether the
law gives the Board discretionary power to
make rules to prevent such waste, but it is
reasonable to infer that it does.-ED.l
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SleighS! Sleighs We have four fine
finished Sleighs, which we will sell for two
thirds the cost of building.
WITwoRTH Bros.
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Learn Wisdom, says Solomon, and when
JAS. c. WILSON, at Brick Meeting House,
sells Dry Goods, &C., 60 there to buy, and
you will save money. Try it.
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Perpetual Motion in cheap and good
goods. Justice to all is his motto, and the
money returned to any one who thinks he
has not received value for it.
JAS. C. WILSON, B. NJ House.
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Postponed. Concert announced for
Jan. Goth inst, in the Hopewell Church,
is postponed until such time as suitable
place can be procured, the Trustees having
refused the Sunday School the use of the
house to hold said Concert.
S. V. JENNEss,
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Everybody will admit that goods can be
sold cheaper for cash than on credit. None
are sold OF credit at the BEE HIVE.
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The Lecture.-Grace Greenwood's lee
ture, "Indoors," to be delivered in this
town, as the third in the Star Course, will
be something well worth hearing. Mrs.
Lippencott, or "Grace Greenwood the
nome de plume by which she is better known
in the literary world, has long shown as a
literary star of the first magnitude of this
country. The test of time has proven her
to be entitled to all the honOrs bestowed
upon her as ranking among the first class
lterati, and her lectures are, if anything,
more popular than her writings, SO that we
risk nothing in promising all who propose
to patronize "Indoors," on Tuesday, 3lst
inst, rare enjoyment in the "feast of
reason" provided by the committee.
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Photographs taken in Elkton cheap-to
suit the times. Also, large and small Pic.
ture Frames for sale. G.. l.. COLLIER.
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Church Re.opening. Wesley Chapel, Elk
Neck charge, Wilmington Conference, Rev
VIM. 7. Tull, Pastor, having been closed
for the last few weeks, was re-opened to
the worship of God, last Sabbath. The
old box pulpit has been removed and a new
and beautiful walnut pulpit occupies its
place. The church has also been re-painted
and re-furnished, and greatly improved IN
its interior. Rev. B. F. Price, T. w.
Shippers and H. G Shippers we're present.
Rev. b. F. Price preached an appropriate
sermon in the morning. The storm at
night prevented services. The day was
somewhat unfavorable, but the congrega-
ton was good, and the people gave literally
of their means to meet the expenses and it
was great success.
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Heavy Pig.-Mr. Isaac Evans, of Town
Point, Cecil CO., killed on the 9th inst, q
pig of the Chester White breed, bred by
D. z. Evans, Esq, of same place, from
improved stock, weighing 325ibs, dressed.
The pig ON the day of killing, was 2s4 days
old, thus going slightly over the old maxim
of "a pound day, in pork will pay" Can
any one in Cecil, or the surrounding coun-
ties produce pig to beat it?
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Obituary.-The following obituary of a
former well-known, and public spirited
citizen of Cecil county, Joshua T. Gatchel,
we take from the National Republican, of
date Dec. 81 ult., published at Washington,
D. c:
Joshua L. Gatchel, who died at his resi-
dence, No. 224 Second street, northwest,
on Monday evening, was born August 3,
1919, at East Nottingham, Chester county,
Pennsylvania, from whence he removed at
an early age to Elkton, Cecil county, Md,
where he engaged in the manufacture of
pumps, which led to the invention of the
hydraulic ram, now in use throughout the
United States, land one of which is now in
Use forcing the water into the reservoir in
Georgetown.) From this patent he derived
q small fortune. In 1853 he removed to
the State Of Virginia, where he was en-
gagged in the lumber business, where he
continued until 1861, when, being known
as loyal man, he was compelled to aban-
don all the property he had accumulated
and barely escaped with his life. During
his residence in this city, which commenced
in 1863, he has been active and ever watch
full Of those principles which tho great
party of which he was Woodworking
member sought to MAINTAIN, and ever in
the vanguard to assist as far as his means
and intelligence would admit. lie was the
sealer of weights and measures nnder
Mayor Bowen and more recently was ap-
pointed wood and coal inspector for the
Departments of the Government. His
bereaved family have our sympathy for
their sad loss.
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FOR, RENT

HOUSE on the Plank Roa formerly the Toll house
near Ekton. Rent 81 a month. Apply To
FRANCIS GREEN,
Jan Il, lST1-3w Cherry Hill
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LOCAL Affairs.

Female Mail Messenger-Mary A. Logan
has been appointed mail messenger at Row
landsville, in this county, at 800 year, in
place of J. S. Richardson, resigned. The
duties consist in carrying the mail between
the depot and the post office, a distance of
200 yards.
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Mill Feed by the ton is advertised by
NJ. R. BARTON.
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70 -Peddler's Run is in type and will
appear next week.
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Court Proceedings.-The Circuit Court
has continued in session during all the
week, the case of VIM. P. Taylor rs the
Phil, Viii. & Bait. Railroad Co. having
occupied its attention almost exclusively.
The trial Of this case commenced ON Tues
day of last week, and continued until
Wednesday evening of this week, when
the jury retired, and after celebrating for
about five hours, agreed upon verdict for
the plaintiff for $1,7 damages The
amount claimed was over $1,000. This
was one of the longest trials which has
engaged the attention of the Court for some
time.
On Thursday the Court was engaged in
hearing the arguments of counsel in the
motions for new trials in the cases which
have been reported in these proceedings
All Of the motions were over ruled and new
trials refused.
On Thursday evening the Court proceeded
to pass sentence upon the prisoners who
had been convicted during the term, as fol-
lows:
VIM. H. Miller, found guilty of assault
and battery upon Samuel Wright, by cut
ting his throat with razor; sentenced to
be confined in the county Jail for one year.
James Jones and John Baslett, each
found guilty of the larceny of sewing
machine silk and needles from C. H. Dan
forth, were sentenced to undergo confine-
ment in the Penitentiary for three years
and six months each.
James Scott, (colored,) found guilty of
receiving stolen goods, was sentenced to be
confined in the same granite mansion for
five years and six months.
The Court was engaged part of Thursday
in hearing arguments of the respective
counsel in a case on the chancery side of
the Court, between H. H. Mitchell, COM
plainant, and Willis Rutter and others,
respondents, on a motion to set aside the
report of the auditor. J. T. and Fl. McCul-
Tough for complainant; Jones and Archer
for respondents.
Friday was occupied by the Court in
hearing the case between Jesse T. French,
petitioner, and John T. Moore, respondent,
IN which large number of witnesses were
IN attendance. About six months ago the
Columbia and Port Deposit Railroad Com
pany condemned certain lands near Como
wing0 TOR the purpose of its railway, and
the damages for the same were paid into
Court The present case is a contest
between the above parties for the fund,
The amount in the hands Of the Clerk of
the Court is about u, 700. Archer for
French; H. Mccullough for Moore.
Court will adjourn this afternoon for the
term. 1t has been very lengthy and
tedious session, and has compelled three of
the other counties in the circuit to po.tpone
their regular terms until the Judges could
be present.
The next term, which commences in
March ia mt ohout si ka of
Burton wishes to dispose of his large
stock Of goods to the purchasing commu-
nifty, at reduced prices, but does not intend
to quit business, as some evil disposed per-
sons represent, for their own advancement