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The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

| CHICKEN THIEF ARREsTED-HE HAD BEEN DRlv-
ING COOP BUSINESS IN Poultry .-Since the LIST
Of January last the residents of Waverly and vi
cinity have been greatly annoyed almost nightly
by inroads upon their poultry houses, and al
though due vigilance had been observed IT SEEM
ed impossible to capture the thief. Finally sus-
picion rested upon one James II. Harker, white
man and resident OF Wavery, formerly pro-
prietor of ''gin milf and cock pit on the York
! DAD, opposite the Srar tavern. Some of the
gentlemen whose chickens had been stolen, de-
termined to capture the william, and in order to
get the proof dead on bin, they employed one
of the detective force of Smith, Pierson Il West,
and this man, in company with Mr. james r.
Claridge, Charles Hamilton and Justice Frank
Lewis for several nights before his capture sur
rounded Harker's house to watch for his going
and coming, but each time he managed to elude
them. They would see him go off but be would
manage to get back and the first evidence they
would have of his return would be the striking
of light by Harker in his house. They would
then withdraw until another night, their object
being to find their man in possession of bis booty.
This was kept up until Monday night last. Ga
that night the watch was set as usual about IL
O'Clock. Harker was seen to go off, and all
that was then to be done 10 await his re-
turn. After a consultation this course was de.
cded upon and each watcher took the station
assigned MIN. ABOUT o CLOCK Mr. hamilton
heard some one approaching, and be soon re-
cognized Harker, and also saw that he bad a
bag on his back He was allowed to come up
when Hamilton seized him and the game was in
bis own hands and the proof before him, as
Harker had several chickens in the sack The
men were called together, the prisoner escorted
10 Mr. Hamton's hotel and on Tuesday morn
ing he was lodged in Jail. The chickens found
in his possession were identified as the property
of Mr. VIM. Loughridge. A partial list of those
who lost poultry by this scoundre shows he had
carried off and disposed OF 257 chickens, most OF
them OF choice breeds and very valuable.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

| EXTENSION MEETING-THE BALL IN NOTION
meeting of those favorable to the extension
| of the city limits was held at Waverly, York
road, on Wednesday evening last. Mr., Henry
| Taylor presided, with number of vice presi
dents and secretaries, all prominent gentle
| men, and some of them, if reports be true, not
| favorng the movement. The following reso-
lutions were offered by Mr.. Malcolm H. john
| son:
extension of the city of Baltimore as provided for in
the bill which has passed the Legislature for that pur
pose.
Resolved That we recognize the fact that the extern
sion ought be effected and that the time has arrived
when it be delayed without injury to the inter
ests of the section which it is proposed to annex.
Resolved, That the bill which has passed the Legsla
ture liberal in its concessions, extending to us
as it does all the advantages of the City Government
in every department. while only taxing one half the
rate paid by those residing within the present city linn
it's and these liberal terms to continue for ten years.
Resolved. That the prosperity of the State is united
in that of the city of Baltimore and especially is this
true of Baltimore county, well beyond the proposed
addition within it, it must enhance in value every
of property not only within the acquired territory
| of, but for miles outside its boundary
Resolved That the enlargement Of the city is ulti-
matey inevitable it is wise to accept bill with such
liberal provisions in of failure now, favora
| Bile terms may never again be rendered
| Speeches were made by Joseph S. Heuisler,
Col IL. D. Loney and J. b. Hamilton of Balt-
| more, and by Mr.. August lloen of Wavery. A
mum Der Of those present at the meeting were
| from the city.
Hon. T Sturgis Davis was present and at the
close of Mr.. Heusler's speech, arose and at
| tempted to make an explanation of some OF
| his remarks. An attempt was made to silence
| Senator Davis but he would not be put down,
| and after considerable confusion he was allow
| ed to proceed.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

PROVIDENCE APPOINTMENT, NJ E. CHURCH For
the past two years some difficulty has been ex-
perienced by the membership at this charge in
having proper attention given TO their religious
interests. The preacher in charge of Towson-
town Station being unable to attend to the ap-
pontment, arrangements were made by which
local preachers from Baltimore came out and &C.
easonaly filled the pulpit. Approaching the
need Of regular religious services, we have been
informed that Mr.. John Rdgely, Of Hampton
generously offered to contribute $50 per annum
towards the support of the ministry officiating
thereat, and accordingly the appointment has
been placed upon Great Falls Circuit of the NJ.
E Church. and will hereafter be regularly sup
piled by Revs. Fl. McNemar and W S, Robinson.
There will be preaching on Sunday, April 26h,
at P NJ, by Rev. W. S. Robinson; o. Sun
day, May 10th, at P NJ, by Rev. H. McNemar,
and regularly thereafter upon every Alternate
Sunday.
We congratulate the membership at Providence
upon their new church relations and have no
doubt but that under the energetic admnistra-
ton of Revs. McNemar and Robinson they will
be greatly benefited.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

DEAD BODY FOUND. The dead body of man
was found near hay barrack on the farm of Jas.
Lyon, Esq, eight miles from Baltimore, on the
Reistersown road last Saturday afternoon
Squire R. e. Tidings summoned jury, and the
body was examined by DR.. Fl G. Rogers, of Pixies
Vile. There being no marks of violence, ver-
dict OF death from EXPOSURE was rendered.
The deceased was apparently about fifty years oil
age five feet seven inches in height we'll built,
dark hair and goatee, profusely mixed with gray
There was nothing about his effects which con-
sisted of sstehel or haversack containing pair
of large scissors thimble, thread &c, to indicate
his name or residence. The body was taken in
charge by Mr.. Oliver Wright, and inferred in the
burying ground at Stone Chapel at the expense
of the county. Since the inquest it is learned
that the deceased had been in the neighborhood
for several days, and stated that he was tailor,
bora in Petersburg, Virginia. and had once done
business in Baltimore.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

THE TEMPORARY WATER SUpPLY.-The waters
of the Gunpowder river and Lake Roland were
Joined together on Monday of last week, the
temporary water supply having been compile
ted. The works consist of steam force pumps
on the west bank of the Gunpowder river, con-
Meeting with pump-line emptying into a run
at Lutherville, whence the water runs into Lake
Roland. Only one pump was put in use, and
the water was forced throughout about twenty
five minutes after twelve. The pumps were
kept at work for some three hours and half,
and the water ran through in copious stream.
When both pumps are at work the pipe can
supply ten millions of gallons every TWEEN
ty-four hours. There is some legal difficulty in
regard to the works now completed, and an in
junction has been laid upon the use of the run
through which the water flows from the pipe
line to Lake Roland. The injunction was sus-
pended twenty-four hours, so thata trial of the
works could be made, but it is stated that it is
the intention of the person suing out the in
junction to resist the use of the stream without
compensation.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

The ENTERTAINMENT at the Union Factory
on Easter Monday night was an enjoyable and
glorious affair throughout. The children Of
the Sabbath School rendered their parts with
great credit The vocal and instrument music
which gentleman's instruction they have at
tanned commendable musical ability. "Hear
our Prayer" solo, duet and trio deserves
mention. Miss Maggie Strawbridge sang the
solo, assisted by Mrs. Buzby in the duet. Mr..
Charles Bierly completing the trio. 1t was
very beautifully rendered. "Clap your hands
for JOY" lively quartette was very much en-
loved by the audience. Miss Annie Strawbridge
presided at the organ with her usual ability
About sixty dollars were the proceeds of the
entertanment-Elli city Times, 11th inst.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18
Locoz Lars.
Leg0I Notices.
sherif's Notice of Lien Law.

TN and by virtue Act of Assembly, passed at De-
cember session. 1888, chapter 205, &C., entitled An
Act relating the liens of mechanics and others upon
buildings" whereas writ 0fsce Gclds has been issued
out of the Circuit Court for Baltimore county by Theo
dore Mottu against Jno H. Gill; returnable on the third
Monday of MAY next to me directed for the purpose OF
recovering the of six hundred and thirty dol
lars and seventy CENTS with interest," for work done ana
materials furnished to and for certain building 10 WIZ
Against two story Frame Dwelling and the ground
adjacent thereto and necessary for the ana
use thereof the lot which said house is erected being
thus described that say, Beginning for the
at the northwest corner of Tenant street, extended
westerly in the same straight line and direction into
said Baltimore county and Bentaou street. fextended
northerly with straight line and direction into
said county running thence west on the north side OF
Tenant 80 feet then north parallel with Bentaou
street 1853 feet 10k inches to 20 loot alley then east
on said alley SO feet to Bentaou street, then south 1913
feet 10k inches to the beginning and also against the
lot which the same is erected and the carthage ana
ground appertanng thereto and necessary for the use
of the said building of which said building the SAID
John H. Gill is the reputed owner and builder
the recovery of the of six hundred and thirty nine
dollars and seventy cents with interest," due and owing
him for work done and materials furnished in and about
the construction of the said building well against
John H. Gill and all and every person or persons having
or claiming under the said John H. Gill any interest in
the building and ground aforesaid and therefore notice
is hereby given in pursuance of the said Act Of Assem-
bly, all claimants and persons interested to be and ap
pear before the Circuit Court for Baltimore county, on
the third Monday of May nert 1874, to show cause, ii
anything they know have to say, why the said sum
money above named should not be levied of the said
building and ground to the of Theodore Mottu aore
said according the form of the Act of Assembly in
such made and provided.
SAMUEL F. BUTLER,
April 11-3t. Sheriff of Baltimore Co.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

SUIT FOR DAMAGEs.-On Wednesday, in the
Baltimore City Court, Hon. Judge Brown, the
trial of the case of Sarah Feast widow, now a
resident of Towsontown. and her children,
againstthe Baltimore and Fredericktown Turn
pike Company, removed from Baltimore coun-
ty, was commenced. The action is brought to
recover SIS, 900 damages for the loss by death
of Samuel Feast, Sr., in February, 1868, who
while walking on the turnpike road, fell with
great force on the ice in Gwynn's Falls. 1t is
charged that his death resulted from, and was
caused by the neglect and default of the Com
pany in leaving the bridge at that point in an
unsafe and dangerous condition, there being no
sufficient barriers to protect travellers from the
danger of falling over and down the bank
The defendant alleged that on the evening be-
fore his death the deceased was considerably
under the influence of liquor. Messrs. William
Sheppard Bryan and John 7. Ensor appeared
for the plaintiff, and Messrs. I. hewitt Steele,
A. W. Machen and R. J. Cuttings for the Com
pany.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

CUNNING AocIDENT.-Martin Sperliue, youth
fourteen years of age, while cunning with his
father GU the Hartford road. near Darby Park, on
Saturday morning last, was accidentally shot in
the right side by his own gun, inficting seri-
Gus if not fatal wound. The youth was in the
act of putting his gun through the fence when it
went off, the lead lodging in his right side and
in the lung. The unfortunate lad was removed
to his home in the city
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

NARROW EscAPE-On Thursday evening, I'd
inst, as Miss Kate Hare, daughter of Ephraim
Hare, of Woodberry was returning home from
Mt Vernon, and passing along on an embank-
ment, she suddenly lost her footing and was pre-
cipitated into the mill race. Her screams for
help brought Mr.. Aylor, who was passing near
by, to her assistance and with some difficulty he
succeeded in rescuing her from her perilous stu
ation-no doubt from drowning.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

SABBATH SCHOOL ENrERTAINaENT.-A very
pleasant Sunday School entertainment was
held at st. Luke's church, second district of
this county, on Easter Monday evening, com
mencing at Z o'clock. The exercises, which
consisted of dialogues, declarations and select
readings, interspersed with music, were rem
dered in an agreeable and efficient manner
The church, although large one, was crowded
to excess by an appreciative and attentive audi
ence who expressed themselves highly graft
fed with the evenings entertainment. The af-
fair reflected much credit upon the managers,
as we'll as those who officated on the stage.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

HOUSE FURNISHING GooDs, &c.-The adver.
tisement of Messrs. SamuelG. Day & Bro, deal
ers in house furnishing goods, &C., &C., No. los
north Calvert street, near N. G. R. R., depot
will be found in to-day's issue. This firm Offer
great inducements, and their proximity to the
depot makes it very convenient for persons
making purchases to be shipped by the rail
road. They also manufacture tinware and
railroad milk cans, and invite particular atten
ton to this branch of their business. Tin roof
ing and spouting promptly attended to,
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

DEATH OF PHYslorAN.-Dr. Laurence Byrne,
a much respected physician of this county, died
at bis residence in Pikesville, early on Monday
morning last after short illness, in the 80th
year of his age. The Doctor had been prac-
iicing physician in this county for about forty
years, succeeding his brother DR.. Charles Byrne.
DR.. Byrne was native of Dublin, where he
studied medicine before coming to this country
He also practiced medicine for time in Cham
bersburp
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

sale o. TowsoNrowN PRoPERrY.-Henry L..
Bowen, real estate agent, sold this week, to
Mr., Lewis Vogle, of Towsontown, q lot fronting
on the York road SO feet, with depth of about
oo lee1, adjoining Mr.. Vogle's residence, the
properly Of j. A. Parlett, for $3.50. The lot
has Two small tenant houses upon it.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

PAINTS, OILS, &c.-We call attention to the
advertisement of Messrs John G. Maer Son,
dealers in glass, paints, oils, &C., &C., corner of
of Gay and Frederick streets, Baltimore. Per-
sons wanting anything in their line will do
well to call upon this firm. They also sell the
"Cottage Slate Paint" "A very durable and cheap
article, suitable for either inside or outside
work.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

TEN Hours AT Mt VERNON On Monday morn
ing last, Mr.. A. H. Carroll, one of the proprietors
of Mount Vernon mills, Falls road, gave written
notice to the hands employed in the mills that he
would conform to the ten hour rule after the first
of May. In his communication he referred to the
ten hour law as injurious to the interests of the
working people, and announced his intention at
some future time to give the employees chance
to work eleven hours day at increased pay.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

ARREsrs.-Peter Gump, white, and Elias
Swami, colored, were arrested on Saturday last
charged by Mr.. Alfred H. Slade, of the Sd dis
trict, with having robbed him of between two
and three hundred dollars in money.
Officer Price, of the Sth district, on Monday
last arrested James, Charlotte, Jane and Eliz-
abeth Howard, all colored, charged with riot
ing
On Tuesday last officers Brown and Bryan OF
this place, arrested Henry and John Barton,
and John Pinkney all colored, charged with
assaulting and attempting to rob shoemaker
named Prengle, living near Wright's tavern
Hartford road.
All the above parties were committed to Jail
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

ALMOST A FIRE.-On Thursday night Of last
week coal oil lamp was upset ia a house at
Hampden, Falls road and the oil, which become
ignited, was scattered over the floor, and would
no doubt have set fire to the dwelling but for the
timely arrival of assistance. The house was sur
rounded by frame buildings, and was three hun
dred yards from any water.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

ANOTHER DEATH FROM CHAMBERS w Washington
Bosley, stable boss for the Baltimore and Halls
Springs passenger railway, died at his residence
on the Hartford road, near barley Park, on Sun
day last of disease known as CHAMBERS, which
he contracted while attending some of the horses
of the company, which were effected with the
maIady. Mr.. Bosley was the son of William and
Honor Bosley, formerly of the 9th district, and
was in the sd year of his age. 1t will be re-
msmbered that another employee of the company
died about three weeks ago of the same disease.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

RUNAwAY:-on Saturday, 18th inst, two
on, belonging to Mr.. Sykes, of New Market,
Baltimore county, broke loose from the fence to
which they were hitched, on the farm of Mr..
S., and ran away, taking their course towards
Shrewsbury. They went dashing into that
town at full gallop, when several attempts
were made to check them, which came near
resulting seriously. When at the top of the
hill at the north end of Shrewsbury, they turn
ed down an alley in which there is fearful
descent. Not being able to make the turn at
the end of the alley on account of the grade
and speed, they plunged forward over post
and rail fence into plowed field. After run
ming short distance further they were stop
ped. With all that dangerous run of a mile
and a.halfnot single thing was hurt or broken
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18
Richmond Market Column.
FergusOn's Shoe Factory,
NO. Il3 Garden streer.

N T. i IA IL ~ ~ IN IL,
3l4 N. Howard ST., near Richm ond.
You will save money by buying your own
and your children's Shoes direct
from the manufacturer.
Plain Extra
a sample of our prices: Finish. Finish.
Ladies' Fine Foxed But Boots....$3.OO $3.50
Eng. Lasting " -" 20 80 80 s.oe
Foxed Lace do. 2.25 ESQ
Kid French Goat But. do. 1926 1915
French Calf Morocco do. 225 2.75
Children's and Misses fine Button and School
Shoes in great variety; infants Turn Cacks,
all colors and qualities, from 80 cts. up. We
manufacture our shoes from the very best I'm
parted Stock, and have the work done under
our own supervision, and can therefore guar
autee satisfaction in Fit, Style and Durability,
MT to be surpassed, if equaled.
r. FERGUSON,
Wholesale Mandatory, 112 Garden st.
RETAIL STORE, 314 N. Howard st., near
Richmond, Baltimore. (Jan. l0,'74.-ly.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

BALTIMORE COUNTY GRANeE.-Deputy Master
Joseph Barlow organized the first Grange in
Baltimore county on Saturday afternoon, 4th
inst, at Jacksonville, in the I'd district with
the following officers: Master, David Jean
Overseer, V. W. Baseman; Lecturer, James L.
Ridgely, Jr.; Steward, James W. Offutt As
sistant Steward, E. P. Robosson Chaplain, o.
born Belt Treasurer, John s. Miller; Secreta-
ny, Dr. H. J. Hebb; Gate Keeper, W. G. Odell
Ceres, Mrs. Mary J. Jean; Pomona, Mrs. A. c.
Baseman Flora, Mrs. E. G. Miller; Lady As
sistant Steward, Miss Addie Miller.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

WILL OF THE Hen. RoBr. FowLER.-The will
of the late Mr.. Fowler was admitted to probate
in the Orphans Court for Baltimore county on
Thursday of last week. His personal estate is
estimated at about $500, 900, 100000 of which
is in dstillation, in which he was extensively
engaged His real estate is estimated at about
100000 Letters of administration were grant
ed to John H. and David Fowler; bondsmen,
Robert s., Susan, Laura, Celeste and Frederick
lin, Talbot j. Taylor and W. 8. MARYLAND.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

PROPERTY SALEs.-Messrs. Beaaett & Co., auc'
tioneers, sold on Saturday last On the premises
in Homestead Hartford road, lot of ground sit
nated, pr the south side Of Madison street and
on Madison street thirty feet, and running back
two hundred feet to Fillmore street, improved
by two.story frame dwelling house, with one
story back building, ground rent $780, purchased
by the Baltimore Permanent Building and Land
Society for $500. Also, lot adjoining the above
same dimensions and improvements, ground rem
$50; same purchaser, for $500.
The same auctioneers sold on Tuesday the
property known as "Ashley Hall, p" situated on the
York turnpike and Jenkins lane, the city
limits. The land was sold in two parcels the
first binding on Jenkins lane III feet inches
by 1T feet inches to lot No. 2, sold subject to
the opening of 25 foot road and also an avenue
so feet wide. Lot No. fronts on Jenkins lant
1T feet inches By III feet inches, and ad
joining lot No. l, subject 10 the opening of tn,
same road and avenue. This lot is improved by
a two-story and attic brick building. with out
buildings. Lots Nos. and were purchased to
gether by G. W. Buck for So, 800
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1874-04-18

Jones Falls is not finished and the City
Hall IS not yet topped out. Those who desire
to contribute to the monuments of Democratic
economy should vote to have themselves taxed
by Baltimore city to assist in those phlan-
thropic Enterprises.