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Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08
New Cemetery.

PURCHASE OF BURIAL GROUND SITE ny THE CATH
oLICs.
The various delegates from the respective
Catholic congregations Of this city and of st.
Josephs, up the Brandywne, Tuesday agreed
upon the purchase Of lot Of ground on the
Lancaster turnpike, to be used hereafter for q
cemetery. The lot consists of 40 acres, the pro-
perry OF Thomas kellum, and Is on tho left hand
of the turnpike between the Old Jackson Inn
and the little run that crosses the pike at the
foot OF hill. The land was sold for $500 per
aero, and the dee will be drawn up and signed
to day, and held by the Birhop, in trust for the
located, and susceptible OF beng laid out and
| improved in such manner o. to make 1t q very
handsome cemetery.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

ASSAULT WITH INTENT TO KILI--At New Cas-
tie, on Friday, colored servant in the Jefferson
House, made an assault with intent to kill upon
the proprietors Jno. W. Gray and his wife. The
particulars are given AZ follows Mrs. Gray had
occasion to say something to the colored woman
Hanna James, whereupon she struck her Mrs.
q. in the mouth and cut her lip. Mr.. Gray was
then called, and when he came, the woman
seized . large carving knife and striking At Mrs.
GRAY inflicted . wound upon her arm. The
woman YVES then knocked down by Mr.. Graz, who
took away the knife from her, whereupon she
assaulted him with pokers, shovels, and any
thing she could lay her hands upon. We under.
stand that Esq. Vsudiyer had Hanna arrested
for her assault Oh Mrs Gray, but are not advised
woman was arrested ct the Wilmington depo
while waiting for the 8, 10 train by officer Crop
pcr. At the instance OF Mr.. Gray, and being Ia
ken before Esq, Publ she WAS committed in de
fault of $500 for court.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

HicFcc'N
is very strOngly recommended by the Medical Faeul-
~ and Is largely prescr bod among their Female
Patients II Is worthy of ali confidence, as may be
seen from the following Testimonials
DR.. q. d. CHAPMAN, Platismouth, Neb writes !:
have under treatment lady, who. for the past
seven years has be- II afflicted, and, after trying
several physicians without cevii benefit, Is gain
ing rapidly on your farorife Prescription. -,
ATLANTA, Ill
DR. R. V. FIERCE, Buffalo, N. y: Dear sir-I
have not words TO express my gratitude to you for
your advice and assistance In my casa. There II not
one who has used your medicines since they have
been brought here but can say with me they have
been reaty benefited. Since l have been so
h lped by its Dse six or seven around me left of all
doctors and other dcines, and Low use IL in their
families, after being cured OF the same disease as
mine. You d. not Know v hat wonder 1t created
in our city, by Its restoring my sister wrote yon
about for she had been under the care OF three OF
best doctors, but could not st up but for few
minutes at one time. J b gyed Of her to try your
medicines, and before she had used half the b1tte
she could go all around the yard, and has now Just
come home from witt five miles away.
MIS-. THDS. MCFARLAND
D.. Pirrce's Favorte Prescription Is sold by deal
ers in medicines generally.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08
The ducking season has ended.

The New Orleans Republican Of March 25th
says There is a strong movement among the
leading barroom proprietors to abolish free
lunches, but nothing will grow out of the effort
unless the most prominent houses join in. This
is bad news for the brigade, but the proprietors
say that their expenses are TOO large for tie
small nrniite.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

Tur ESTATE OF MARTIN LANDrNBERoER Go.
"A bill in equity has been dled in the U. 3. CIR,
cuit Court, In which Judge McKennsn is asked
to order sale Of mill property Of Martin Land
enberger 4 Co., who were extensive manufac.
turers, having two mills In Philadelpha and
three at Londonderry Chester county. The firm
suspended in 1873, and, under an agreement
in January Of tho present year. there
was suspension and an assign
ment for the benefit Of creditors. The
sale OF the mill property is asked because it il
unproductivc, md for the reason that 1t requires
constant watching and attention, and an expen-
diture of money to keep it from depreciating in
value.
An answer has been made to the bill in which
an order for the sale is not opposed, though tho
opinion IL expressed that it can be effected by
tie trustee without the order prayed for
Phildta. Ledger.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08
M1rriagfS.

II LLAM-BENNSR- On the 9Th inst, by Rev. W.
c. Robinson, No. 1896, South 4th ST. Mr.. Charles
Eallam, OF Wilmington Del to Miss Mary A. l..
Benner, Of Salen Co., New Jersey. ~
OWINGS-LONG.-In Philadelphia, April list, 1878,
at the residence Of Mrs. hllen jackson. by the
Rev. Solomon Cooper. Jonas Owings. OF West
Chester. Pa, to Miss Amey A. Long, OF Whining
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

tN-A Correspondent, writing from Athens, cur.
iously contrasts the mixtures to be fourd there OF
ancient and modern civilizations Railroads spin
their trains amid the temples OF three thousand
wears steamers dash their swe'ls upon the Plreus
and the scream of their whistles resound from
Athos, p, slicus and Cytheron to olympus ana
the heavens beyond their gods. Dr.. ayers world
nowned medicines those consummatons of modern
science are posted the Acropulis the Parthcnon,
the Areoragus and ThGsion while the modest cards
If Cherry Electoral, Ayers sarsaparilla, Ague cure
and lills look from the windows of the shops in the
streets of Athens, where they are sod-N Y. Globe.
3 aprl I'm
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

LABoRERs WANTKD.-The p. W. 4 B. II. II. &c.
are advertising by hand bills for two hundred
mon to go to work next Monday on the laying Of
their new track between Perryman's and Aber
deem. The job will cover several months in it's
completion, and portion Of the force will be
required all Summer. Tho wages offered are
5l.25 per day. Samuel Phillips, . well-known
conductor in the employ Of tho company will
have charge Of the men.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08
Dyspcp.is! Dyspcpsla! dyspepsia .

Dyspfpsa IL the most perpexing OF all human
ailments. Its symptoms are almost infinite n their
variety, and the foforn and respondent victims Of
the disease often fancy themselves the prey IN turn
of every known malady. THIS ia due, In part TO the
close sympathy which exists between the stomach
and the brain and In part also to the fact that any
disturbance of the digestive function necessarily
disorders the liver the bowels and the nervous tys-
ten a. affects, to some eX emit the quality OIL the
blood.
f. +. Knnkels Bitter Wine Of iron sure cure.
This Is not new preparation, to be tried and found
wanting; 1t has been prescribed daily for many
wears In The practice of eminent physicians with
unparal el success II is not expected or Intended
to cure all the diseases to lch the human family
Is subject but Ia warranted to cure Dyspepsia IN Its
most obstinate form. kunkels Bitter Inc OF Iron
never fails to cure. Symptoms of Dyspepsia are
loss of appetite. wind aud rising of the food dryness
of The moutH, heartburn, distenson Of the stomach
and bowels constipation, headache, dizziness, Sit
lessness and low spirits. Try the great remedy
and be convinced of its merits Get the genuine.
Take only kunSes which is put only in 81 bottles.
Depot, $50 North Ninth st. Philadelphia, Pa 1t
never fails. For sale by all Druggists and dealers
everywhere.
Removed In a few hours. No fee asked until the
entire worm, with heal, is expelled Medicine
harnl IS, being purely vegetable. Consultation
free by DR., r. +. KuNKEI NO 25J North Ninth
street, Philadelphia Pa. feat. Pin and stomach
Worms also removed. Advice free. send Tor CIR
cunr Go to your druggist AMI ask for RuNKEL'
MORN SYRUP. Price, 81 per bottle. The Worn
Syrup never fails.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

tW-Nerrous Debitty-A depressed, irritable state
OF mind; q weak, nervous, exhausted feeling; no
energy or animation; confused head weak men,
DRY. The consequence Of eXcesses, or mental over
work This Nervous Debility finds sovereign cure
in Humphrsys' Homeopathic Specific. No, %. II
tones up the system, dspels the mental 81 lom and
d spondency, and reuvena'es the entire system. 1t
il Perfectly harmless ana alwa's efficient. Price
S. for package OF five boxes and large 81 vial OF
powder, which Is important In old, serious cases
or 81 per single box. Sold by all druggists, or sent
by mail on receipt of price. Address Humphrey
Specific Homeopathic Medicine Co., No. h62 BROAD
way Y, feb25, dSw
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

CRUSHED BY THE CARs.-Edgar L., son Of
Joseph Wilmington, Of Chester, was crushed to
death between cars on Monday afternoon. He
had started to meet his father on his return
home, but stopped to play in some empty freight
cars, when his head was crushed between the
bumpers and instantaneous death produced. 1t
was not known the child was between the cars
when they were pushed together.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

The partnership which has existed between
Samuel Hanna and Ann Good Gas Executrix Of
John Goods estate has been dissolved, and
Samuel Hanna will hereafter conduct the hard
ware business at 423 Market st.
Jourtan A. Wilson and John Splane have pur-
chased the Carswel soap factory on Third ST.,
between Spruce and Church, and will conduct it
under the name Of J. A. Wilson 4 Co.
On Saturday next Townsend's great public
sale Of houses and lots will take place. 1t is to
be positive sale and buyers ought to be on
hand. rs
Shad are becoming more plentiful in the Del
aware.
The duckipg season has ended
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

SUSPENDED. Christian Reporter, which
has been printed al Dover in the interests Of the
Conference Academy, has suspended publics-
ton. The editors announce that the suspension
is made because of their inability to find time TO
narfprm editorial duties Mhile tenChing.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

TIE LEVY CoURr.-The Levy Court will prob
ably conclude its business and adjourn to-day.
On Tuesday q resolution was adopted requir-
Spring season WAS made Tuesday over tho W.
ing all appointees to county offices to present
their securities for approval by to-day otherwise
their places would be considered vacant and new
nnnoiutpnnta naade
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

BNlAnCo OIL uhIu .....-... Ssl-uO
The work Of the Society will be resumed in
the Fall although upon somewhat different
basis, it having been deemed advisable for the
permanent good Of those aided, to in some mea-
sure at least, have them what they receive.
Arrangements have already been made to this
end.
In connection with this work, reading room
for yourg women will be established and any
donations of books suitable for this purpose,
will be thankfully received.
Mrs. JOS l.. JACKSON, President
EsTELLE W. RICE, Secty. and Treas.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

LUMBER Controls. -Satteriied II Moore. Of
Greensboro Md, have obtained from Allison Il
Co., a contract for furnishing 100000 feet Of
white oak lumber for car manufacturing pur-
poses They are now working full force Of
men, day and night, in filing the contract,
which will be finished by August next After
the completion Of this contract, they Immediate
ly enter upon other large ones Tor parties in Vir
gina. Tho mills Of Satterfeld Il Moore are
among the most extensive in the Peninsula.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

ISDIcrMENTs FOR SELLING LIouoR.-In the
Circuit Court for Caroline county, the Grand
Jury has found true bills against almost all the
old liquor dealers and hotel keepers, who have
continued to sell liquor secretly notwithstanding
the prevalence Of Local Option. Some twelve
OF fifteen persons will be Rrraigned in all.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

SrRAwBEEWIEs.-The strawberry vines in the
lower part Of the Peninsuls are beginning to
blossom. The plants seem hardy aud vigorous
notwithstanding the severe cold OF the winter,
and at this time give promise Of . good yield.
At this end OF the Peninsula the plants arc be-
aiming only to brigham nm
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

The PEACH DoTroM RoAD.-It is stated that
the Peach Bottom Railway is to be pushed
through the coming Summer. At the meeting
at Dorsey's mill. Lancaster county, on Tuesday
Of last week, pledges were given by those in
terosted along the unfinished portion Of the line
to purchase sufficient bonds Of the Company to
finish the work.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

III Charles Lamb Pssayis', denounced all spirtu-
Gus liquors as " Wet Damnation." Poor fellow he
knew whereof he spake by sad experience, anu II
living, would apply the same to Alcoholic EXciants.
advertised as Cnreas. But there Is one Tonic ana
Alternative iu eXislence-the best the world has ever
knOwn-whch contains no alcohol. IL Is Dr. walk
er's Ca foTula Vinegar Bitters. APPS <w
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

SALE OF FLOODED CArTLE.-Wo call especial
attention to the public sale OF short horn and
graded cattle to take place near Kirkwood, Del,
on next Monday. Hero IL An opportunity for
farmers to secure booded stock near homo that
ought not to be sighted. For particulars see the
announcement Of Mr.. Bradley in our advertising
columne
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

john HIcKMANs EsTArE.--The estate Of the
late Hon. John Hickman will foot up in the
neighborhood OF 10000, or $4,000. He be-
queathed it to his seven children-share and
share alike. Mrs. Hickman having waived all
claim to any portion OF his estate, she already
being possessed Of sufficient MEANS to supply all
her wants.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

SEIIIsG LIQUoR WITHOUT LcESsE.-Ycster-
day, James McCloskey made complaint against
Peter Mcbride, 72l West Second street, before
Esq. Hagany. for selling liquor without license.
The charge being fully substantiated, the de-
PENDANT was held in $500 for his appearance at
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

The p. W. i d 8 DOUBLE TRAoK-On Monday
next, the 2. W. X i. will SGT ut work .
large force Of men to lay down All additional
track of fifteen miles in length between Perry.
mans and Aberdeen, and will hurry the work
through IS RAPIDLY a. possible,
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

DIED OF DISAPPOINTED LovE.-The Princess
Anne True Maryidnder relates that Henry Col
Inns daughter loved md became engaged to
the man OF her choice, but the stern parent re-
fused to sanction the match and tied the girl, to
prevent its contamination. In consequence
thereof she lost her reason and died last week.
The parties are all colored and live near Upper
TraDDe Somerset county,
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

ABOUT BuMMERs "A Chesapeake fisherman
who came to Wilmington in search of hand.
took away with him, on Wednesday, by the 10
o'clock train south, dozen or more Of the col
ored loafers who have been seen standing about
tho corner OF Market street and Railroad avenue
or vibrating between there and sallie Martins
gin mill. A silent prayer Of thanks to the
fisherman went up from those who were privy to
the fact ~ the train moved away from tho de-
pot. 1t is greatly to be hoped they will not re-
turn and IL some one would only now come
forward and tako away some Of the white ones
the city would have still greater cause for
thankfulness. But within week or 30 there
will be sufficient work in the city and neighbour
hood for every losfer and unemployed person in
it, and no further claims can then be made
with any degree of justice upon the charity OF
our people. There will be work for all, and no
excuse for begging.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

rEcEiPrs DURING MARCH CONDITION OF THE
BONDED DEBT.
City Treasurer Vincent has furnished us with
the following statement from the books Of his
office, showing the receipts into the Treasury du-
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

LOCAL INDUSTRIAL NoTEs.-BeAtty's axle fac
tory at Chester resumed on full time on Monday.
80. Bssle's rolling mill at psrkesburg, Pa. liz in
full operation, with prospects for steady work
ahead, and with this business hourishing, every.
thing else seems to prosper. %. The iron bnsi-
ness is said to be. briskins up at Coatesville.
II. Il. Steele's mills are reported full Of orders.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

DELIVERY OF THE FIRST OF THE NEW WATER
PIrE.-Jno. McNesl Il Son, of Burlington, N. j.,
contractors for supplying this city with the new
water mains which soon to be laid, made
their first delivery, OH Monday. The invoice
consisted Of about one hundred aud fifty tons OF
l6 aud 20 inch inch Pipe, which was landed at
Pussy, Jones Il Co.'S wharf, the shipment hav-
ing been made by water. Other deliveries will
Ia made in a few dnya
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

FATAL BURNINa.-A child Of the cook Of Lev
in l.. Waters, Princess Anne, was burned 10
death, last Thursday. The mother, who resid' .
in a tenant house near Mr.. Waters residence,
took piece of fire from her own house and it
ia supposed, that, rs she went out Of her door,
the wind which was blowing quite hard at the
time, blew some of the sparks from the chunk
OF fire back in the cradle and set the bed cloth
ing on fire. The child in its pain and terror
arose from the cradle and went out into the yard,
but was burned go badly that it expired in atout
five minutes.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

INTRODUCING CHESTER COUNTY FARMiSa.---
Enoch Pennock has removed from West Marl-
borough to Queen Anne's county, Nd, where
ty farming. This recalls to our mind the nu-
merous instances wherein farmers from the
north have moved into various parts Of the Pc
ninsula and undertaken to reverse the hystem Of
agriculture in vogue there only to abandon it AZ
II failure or to bring on financial failure upon
themselves. Mr.. Pennock may find different
experience we hope he may.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

IMPRISONMENT FOR Non PAYMENT OF TAx.-On
Thursday last, Frank johnson, Of Londongrove
township, Chester county, was arrested by the
supervisors of said township, for refusal to pay
his road tax, and was thrown into prison at
West Chester. The refusal was based on the
injustice of the tax and tho fact that no
such tax had ever before been paid by him.
After being locked up while, however, the tax
was paid, with all costs. This is the second in
stance OF Imprisonment for failure to pay tax in
Chester county So Delaware is not 30 far be-
lind the world a. ter all.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

At n recent sale OF stocks in West Chester, rs
shares in the National Bank Of Chester county,
brought :53 45a 55i q. the par value being
525. 20 shares of the First National Bank OF
West Chester, sold at s3l33. 50@5l36,-p value
SlOO
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

David Kesvey, aged Is, was arrested at SPRING
field, Mxss, yesterday for parricide. lie muir
dered his father, on Easter Sunday, by striking
him with q fiat iron.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

gE-Iife has teU Charms for the Dyspeptlc, which
IL not to be wondered al when we take into account
the amount Of bodily and mental suffering that this
distressing ma.ady generates. fhe Peruvian syrup
"a protoxe Of from has cured Thousands who were
suffering from this disease.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

DEATH OF HENRY HoopEs.-Henry Hopes, an
ex.county constable appointed two years ago by
the Levy Court but who only served one year,
died day or 30 ago. He will be remembered
by little circumstance connected with lis first
attachment and published at the time. He I'M
dertook to levy upon the goods OF woman, who
caused him to beat hasty and inglorious retreat
from the premises, and after this time his office
became nominal one and Of no greater profit
than before, az we understand he never after
wards essayed to obtain any business.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

PoRr DErosir.-The Susquehanna has fallen
two or three feet, and the waters have receeded
from Port Deposit, leaving that town free once
more.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08

PHILADELPHIA MARKETs.

PHILADELPHIA, April, Z.
Cotton l64@l7Ac Cloverseed steady,
Penna. slO@1O.50; western. Si1.50@12 timo-
thy seed lower Flour dull but unchanged, high
wanted ; red, sl.27@1 % amber, Sl.30@1.31 +;
white, sl.3G; spring, sl.2O. Rye held at u. 06 ;
corn scarce and higher, yellow, $50 mixed
western $50, and now held higher. Oats excited
and advancing white, 71073c mixed 70072c.
Provisions firm j; mess pork, s22g22. 80. Whis-
key dull at 81 Is.
QUOTATIONS AT THE BRANDYwrNK MILLS FOE vIou1
AND dRAIN-ooRBEcrED DAILY.
Eanldy Flour. .tI.Iog o.Io
Extra fionr. ..................... 0.OOtg ~
Wheat. l.25
Corr, New, SIC
PHILADELPHIA pRoDtoE MARKET.
PHILADELPHIA, April Z.
s. eds For Clovarseed there is a good demand
particularly from second hands, and We notice
sales Of Western mt l0@l2c, and Pennsylvania
at 911@1lc. Timothy is worth s2.4o@3, and
Flaxseed 81 90.
Guano Meets limited demand at s72@75 .
ton for Peruvian.
Eqgs.--The demand Is good at 25@26c. A
decline is looked for as the season advances.
Receipts for the week, 1900 pkgs.
Dried Fruh.-We quote dried fruit as follows;
apples sliced, No /, 10@l2c No, 9, $1,000 !;
cut, No. l. sl9@gc No. 2, 71s@sc impaired
(schnitz), 3@e. rears..psred and cored, 100
lSc; and pared, 3GDSc Peaches-Pared, No. 2,
12G2Oc; dark, No. 8, 501Oc; impaired, halves,
9@91lc, impaired, quarters, S@s15c. Plums and
Damsons, pitted, 2U6D22c; unpitted, 3(D5c. Cher
ries, black and red, mixed, pitted, 27@2sc; black
pitted, 26@29c; rod ptted. 2s@29c. Blackber-
ries, 9D9l4c; raspberres, 32@33c. Whortleber-
ries, 14p15c. Plums, 1s@22c.
Beesrdr-Is selling to a fair ext. mt AT &c. =
10 for yellow.
Candles-Attract very little attention, and val
ues of tallow and sperm arc mostly nominal.
Adsmantine sell at l7Ia@18Xc.
Bark-Has been in better request, and So
hhds. No. / Quercitron were taken at S34 Il ton
Tanners Bark ranges from s11 TO !l4 Z cord
for chestnut and Spanish oak.
Feathers. Are slow to move, but prices are
steady. Sales of geese 52(D53c. for shoice, and
3S@43c. for duck.
Tallop.-Sels slowly at $40. for city and "a
ass. for country.
Delaware tribune. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1867-1877, 1875-04-08
Charitable Effort.

REPORT OF THE YOUNG LADIES RELIEF SOCIETY
FOR THE PAST YEAR.
The work of the Young Ladies' Relief Society
having ended for the season, we desire to sub
nit the following report, thus gratefully acknow-
Lodging the kindly interest manifested in our
behalf, and the aid generously afforded us.
From November l0sh, 1874, to March 9th,
1875, ninety. eight families were visited, ninety
of whom were regularly assisted. We have mum.
bered nineteen managers, aud one hundred and
forty-seyen members, All increase in the latter
of forty-two since last year. Added to tins num-
Der are sxty-nine others, to whom We are also
indebted for donations OF money, clothing, &c.
The following is II brief statement of tinan-