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The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-01-07

The Board at their meeting this week, made
arrangements for the completion of the road
which passes through the land of Mrs. Marin
Barton, on the line of the Tidewater Canal
by allowing her damages to the amount OF
$3.50. Notice for proposals TO open the road
from the south end of her land to the Penn
sylvania line, will be found in this issue of
The Agis.
An order was passed directing ]. J. Glad
den to complete the opening of road near
La Grange Iron Works. Also an order to
prohibit the loading of gravel from the pub
lie landing on Swan Creek.
Adjourned to meet ON the 18th inst.
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SHOT WHILE CUNNING,

SHOT WHILE CUNNING.
On Friday last, the 3lst ultimu q son of Vim.
cent 6. Stubs, of DELTA in company with sew
eral Juvenile companions, were out cunning.
and while returning home, in attempting 10
climb II fence, caught the hammer of his gun
against rail and discharged the piece, the load
taking effect in his side and chest Fortunate
ly, from the position of the gun, only a slight
flesh wound was Inflicted, none of the shot penc.
trating much deeper than the skin
EPIDEMICs.
The measles are very prevalent in this vicini-
ty. Very few appear to escape the scourgc en-
cept those fortunate ones who "have been there
before" Several cases of diphtheria are still
reported, though none fatal lately that have
heard Of.
The many friends of Mr.. Wilson Wallace will
no doubt be gratited TO learn that his symp-
toms are now thought to be more favorable, and
and his physicians are more hopeful of his re-
coVery.
Some of our farmers are taking advantage of
the very open weather, by blowing for corn.
Notably, Mr.. VIM. ii. johnson, who ALWAYS
takes time by the forelock, commenced the new
year by blowing three acres of sod ground with
one team, on the first day of the year.
ENTERPRISING,
Some ofthe public spirited young gentlemen
of the vicinity ale about raising funds to erect
hall to be used as u Lyceum, music hall, &c.
We wish them success in this audable enter
prise. Dock
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-01-07

HAvRE DE GRACE AFTAIRs.-From the
Republican:
Robert A, Mcgowan, Esq, was chosen
as Representative TO the Grand Lodge of
knights of Pythias, which meets in Balti.
more January 10th, from Hartford Lodge, No.
%, last Wednesday evening
Mr.. James Sadler, former superintendent
for Mcssrs. Hilles, Boyd & Co., in the coal
shipping business here, removed his family,
few days ago, to Delaware City, where lie
has charge Of coal shipping operations.
On Tuesday there was quite an excite
ment about Squire Adams's office. Nicholas
Sutor, John Lahitf and Mrs. Frede, appeared
to answer charges of selling liquor without
license. Mr. Lahif was acquitted, but the
charges against Sutor and Mrs. Frede were
sustained. The former was placed under
500, and the latter 5000 security, which was
furnished. The bail in Browns case was re-
duced to $40 and he was released.
The Havre de Grace Cornet Band have
made considerable progress in the art of
music, and at concert on Monday night of
last week acquitted themselves with great
credit.
Mrs. G. p. Stayton was, on Christmas
night, made the recipient of handsome sill
yer castor, presented by the members of the
Choir of the M. E. Church, of which she has
long been member
The Republican describes a magnificent
miniature mansion house which old Kriss
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-01-07

HARTFORD MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE
CoMpANY.--The annual meeting of the mem.
bers Of the Mutual Fire Insurance Company
in Hartford county, look place at the Court
House on Monday. Cheney Hoskins, Esq,
was called to the chair, and Stevenson Ar
cher, of John, appointed Secretary. The
President of the Company, Col. John Carroll
Walsh, read the annual report, from which
it appears that its affairs are in II highly
prosperous condition. The losses were
heavy, but they have been promptly met
without recourse to an extra assessment, and
the company enters the new year with n
considerable balance in its treasury. The
Hartford county directors and all those from
Baltimore county with the exception of two,
were reelected. They are as follows:
Col. John G. Walsh, James Murray, ]. p.
Silver, VIM. b. Michael, John S. Dallam, DIR.
John M. Finney, DR.. Charles A. Rutledge,
Thomas II. Nelson, A. w. Scarborough, e.
NJ. Allen, of Hartford county; and Thomas
Gorsuch, Shadrach STREET., Chas. NJ. Jessop,
George Jcssop, Edwin Scott, f. NJ Sparks.
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New YEARS DAY.-The first day of the
new year was ushered in and celebrated
all over the country, with patriotic rejoic
ings. In most of the large cities salutes were
fired, the bells rung, the houses illuminated,
and bonfrcs lighted to welcome the advent
of the centennial year of American freedom.
In Bel Air, New Years calls were made,
and Notwithstanding the prohbitory ordi-
nance of the town authorities, the firing of
guns and popping of crackers were kept up
until a late hour of the night. Several ar
rests were made for violating the town ordi-
nance, but no fines were imposed.
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For tile 1EgiS DC Mtclhgence,
Historical Enigma.
an COMPOSED of 20 letters.

| an composed of 20 letters.
My II, 10, 5, 10, 10 is when Alexander
achieved great victory.
My 10, IS, 3, 90, the Queen who effected
the union of Scotland and England.
My IA, z, 6, IS has been a competitor n
long time for crown in Europe.
My IL, II, 3, 90, 5 was the first king of
Egypt
My 8, d. 10, II is what queen could not
purchase, though she offered millions of
money for it.
My IA, 10, IL, 10, 10 was found in Ell Do
RADIO, in South America.
N.Y., 10, 8, 10, 4, s, II, 8, q, 3 was first
used in Spain.
My IL, 10, T. IA was great defence in the
days of chivairy
My 10, IS, IA, IA, 10, general contempt
rary with Marins.
My 5, 10, II, 8, 1. n noted general who cut
off the heads OF three Turkish Lords in sim
gle combat.
My all gave rise to great order In the
reign Of Edward III. r.
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From tile Baltimore Sun
''"' WV '"ItHtOfS JoUW
Observations Mt AnnapOlis.
ANNAPOLIS, January


Notwithstanding the heat of the late fall
campaign and the virulence produced by it.
there was II general good feeling peryadjna
the membership Of both houses upon their
meeting to-day. Yesterday as well as this
morning. the usual crowds attendant upon
the organization of the Legislature flocked
to the seat of government, and whilst every.
thing which had occurred during the two
previous months indicated undue excitement
at its convocation, the contrast between
what was and what really is looks rcmarka.
bic. Cordially and good feeling animated
both Democrats and Republicans, and there
has not been up to this time, even among
the bibulously inclined upon the outside, any
ugliness.
Every one seemed to be impressed with the
grave Importance of the present session, and
that the people were looking with anxiety
to the action of the present Legislature for u
strictly economical administration of affairs.
The Republican members of both the House
and Senate in view OF the earnestness mani
tested by the members of the Democratic
party promptly to push forward whatever
measures that may be necessary for proper
and economical work. seem to be somewhat
discouraged with their prospect of making
political capital anticipatory of tho coming
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NOTICE.

PROPOSALS. will be received by the
l. County Commissioners up to the nth
day of January, 1876, at 10 O'Clock, NJ, for
completing the opening of the new road in
the 9th district, commencing at the south
end of the land belonging to Maria Barton,
bordering on the Tide Water Canal, and ter
minating at the Pennsylvania Line.
The road to be opened 1G feet wide, and
graded so as not to exceed 5 feet above the
bed of the old road, all surplus earth and
stone not needed for the grading of the new
to he thrown on the bed of this old road
Three Stone Culverts to be made on the new
road, the north one 2x2 feet, the middle one,
1SX10 inches, the south one 2x2 feet.
The whole work to be completed and put
in good condition for public travel, subject
to inspection and approval by the Commits
sioners. BY order
JAM JAS. A. FULTON, Clerk.
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kringle brought to Cora Spencer, daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs, j. N Spencer. 1t is elegantly
furnished with curtains, carpets, chandeliers,
rosewood satin lined sofas and chairs, mar
pie top dressing cases, tables, pictures and
Ornaments; with barns and oulbuildings all
complete, The extensive grounds and lawns
are beautifully ornamented and adorned with
Dshrubbery and evergreen trees, among the
branches of which birds of bright and varied
plumage MARBLE forth their songs of melody.
Saturday, flower beds and vases; sparkling
fountains flashing wherein gold fish lave and
sport Pfomenades and drives wind artisti-
cally through these charming grounds. Car
riages just arrived unload their invited guests,
who are received with becoming courtesics
by the host and hostess of this magnificent
establishment. The whole is of ingenious
design and elegant workmanship, and quite a
| COSTLY nlInir.
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A VALUABLE DIsCovERY-Dr. G. w. Ben
son, practicing physician, at 100 N. Eataw
ST., BALTIC, Nd, (who has paid much stten-
ton to Nervous diseases, )has discovered that
extract of celery and chamomile combined, in
certain proportion, invariably cures head
ache, either bilious, dyspeptic, nervous or
sick headache, neuralgia, and nervousness
This is triumph in medical chemistry, and
sufferers all over the country are ordering by
mail. He prepares it in pills at so cts. per
box. The doctor is largely known and high
ly respected in Baltimore.-EpiscopG Aetho-
dist
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A List of Losses Paid Dur
ing the Year 1875.

The undersigned, members of the Execu.N
tive Committee, have in accordance with the
duty imposed upon them to examine the
books and accounts of the company, perform
cd the same, and have the pleasure to report,
as Will be seen from the above statement that
the affairs of the company are in most sat-
ls'nctory and prosperous condition.
JNO. CARROLL WALSH.
JOHN S. DALLAM,
q. NJ. ,JESSOP,
e. M. ALLEN.
january Sd, 1876. ian7
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LIVE SToCN JOURNAL FOR JANUARy.-This
first number OF the new year contains Il fine il
Iustration of an cctagon barn, elevation and
ground plan, with description of this mode of
building farm barns 1t shows how every farmer
may build one barn to answer all his purposes,
instead ofhaye many barns-puttng every thing
under one roof-thus making his work much
more convenient, and the cost to be much less.
Thousands of farmers will build new barns this
year. and they should examine this improved
pan before commencing to build. 1t also shows
now 10 oulIa inc concrete wall-how much
cheaperand easier it is than the stone wall
This number also contains more than sixty ar
tlcies upon the farm, garden and every class of
1--we stock. Send ID cents for this number or
SLIGO for year. Buffalo, n. Y.
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The ALDINE.-The Aldine has no supe.
rior, possibly no equal in this country, rs a
vehicle for exhibiting the perlccton to which
engraving on wood and printing have re-
Gently been brought Its aim is ito illustrate
the true position of America in the printing
world" and a comparison ofthe earlier num-
bcrs with that last issued will show a dcci-
ded Improvement in the quality of work
manship. The illustrations of American
scenery, which from peculiar feature of
Aatne, are drawn form nature by accom-
plished artists, and are superbly engraved
and printed The number for January, 1876,
has just been published
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FOR ALL THE PEOPLE.

Because it is, and will be- politically free and Jude
pendent faithful to the principles of its founder and
of the Republican party, but controlled by clique
caucus convention. 1t labors to limit and direct
legislation to the public welfare, aud to aid in COMPEL.
Ing icm both great parties nominations during the
acter, integrity in administration, and better era for
the politics of the whole country. Citizens who would
tells them the truth honestly concerning every party
and candidate can they in this centennial year do
more elective service for the public good than by sus
tanning and extending the clrcuatn of journal de
voted 10 intelligence among the people, honesty among
their rulers aud the essential principles ofthe Republic
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-01-07

Hon. j. Morrison Harris has given no.
ticc that he will contest the seat of Governor
John Lee Carroll. Henry NJ. Waricld also
contests the scat of the Hon. f. c. Latrobe,
mayor of Baltimore city. 1t is scarcely
probable that either of these gentlemen can
expect to be successful, or that they can
prove they were elected instead of Messrs.
Carroll and Latrobe.
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ACCIDENTS TO Fox HUNTERs.-On Christ
mas Day a number of gentlemen in the
neighborhood of Darlington engaged in a
fox hunt. The chase led thcm to Covers
Mill, on Deer Creek, wher an accident &C.
cured to two of the hunters, by the falling
Of their horses. One of thtm Mr.. Frank j.,
Worthington sustained a fracture of one of
his leg sand also had three ribs broken. The
other, Mr.. VIM. Hopkins, Jr., received Sc
we're bruisc upon one of his feet.
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DEATH OF A NOTED HOTEL KEEPER.-Mr.
Samuel Magaw, one of the most noted hotel
keepers of the county, died on Friday morn
ing last, at Mr. Hanna's Hotel, in Bel Air,
in the 10Th year of his age. Mr.. Magaw
formerly kept the hotel on Main street, now
known as the "Grangers." Subsequently for
many years he was proprietor of the Eagle
Hotel, On Bond street, now kept by Mr..
Robert N. Hanna. Mr.. Magaw was most
successful hotel keeper and his house was
well known and much frequented by the
travelling public. He relinquishcd business
about fifteen years ago, but made his home
at the hotel where he died.
His health gradually failed for several
years before his death, and for nearly year
previous lie was confined to his room He
left no family, his wife and only daughter
having died some years ago but he was az
fectionately and tenderly cared for until the
last, by his relatives, Mr.. and Mrs Hanna.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-01-07

TIE New SPEAKER OF THE HousE.-The
selection of the Hon. L. Cass Smith as Speak
or of the House Of Delegates will give gener-
al satisfaction TO the Democratic party ofth
State, and to all fair-minded and unprcjudic.
ed people in all parties. Mr.. Smith is a
young man of ability, high character and
stainless reputation, and we are confident
will worthily discharge the duties of the high
position to which he has been called Rani-
nlOrc Gd=ettc
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FOR THE POLITICIAN.

Because lis Reports of events at Washington the
state Capitals and other political of the conn
try are the fullest freshest, and most Trustworthy
published and its Election Returns retain all the old.
time promptness and accuracy which made them the
standard throughout the land.
Tar TRIBUNE has entered upon fields Of enterprise
never before occupied bya newspaper in this conn
try and its independent political has earned for
1t the respect and avor of tho intelligent all
parties Boston Post Dom
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John Stirling and J. Maurice Watkins, of
Baltimore county. E--
meeting of the directors was suisse
quently held, and Col. John Carroll Walsh
reelected President, Major VIM. ii. Dallam
being continued as Secretary. The annual
report may be fonnd in another column.
NEW PROCESS OF GRAINING.-Mr L. G.
Garretson, of Bel Air, has been appointed
agent for Hartford and Cecil counties, for the
sale of the Gross & Bastine Granting Pro.
cess. With this process the painter is ena
bled, by aid ofan ingenious machine, to trans.
fer an exact representation of the natural
grain of any kind of wood to any desired
surface. Having first selected board Of
oak, ash, walnut, Or any other, having the
required grain, he covers it with puint tho
color of the wood TO be initiated. Then
with an elastic roller fitted in frame he is
enabled TO transfer fac smile of the grain
of the board selected to the surface. to be
grained A sample of the work may be seer
at this office
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FOR THE PROFESSIONALLY MAN

because the host efforts Of the Pulpit aud Bar al re.
ported IN It's columns and THE TRBUSE il recognized
medium Of communication between the foremost mem.
bers of all professions.
TIE NEW YORK TRIBUNE has made a name for itself
as me exponent of the best thoughts of The day 1t
is taking the leading part in the education of The NH
nc m'n and has increasing claims to public favor
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DoN'T APPROVE OF IT,-At meeting of
the Executive Committee of the Maryland
Agricultural and Mechanical Association,
held in Baltimore, Dec. 22d, the following
resolution was adopted;
Resolced, That the Executive Committee
do not endorse the action of the last month
ly meeting of this Association in favor of
the exemption of land in cultivation, but in
lieY thereof express their decided opinion in
z f. Or of a just and equal tax on all and every
description of property in the State.
We are glad to see that the Committee has
placed itself on the record as against so
manifestly an unjust proposition as that of
cxempting all agricultural lands from taxa
Rrk The latter part of the above resolu-
we cordially endorse - 1oacsonto'on
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Tie MARYLAND FARMER-This excellent
periodical begins the centennial year W it'll an
unusually attractive table of contents, en-
bracing instructive reading not only for the
farmer himself but also for every member of
the family. Terms 81 so year. Il. Whit
man, publisher, No, 145 West Pratt street,
Baltimore
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FOR THE MECHANIC,

Because every invention of porancc and merit
is described In its columns the progress Of labor
mens faithfully reported, and equal rights and fair play
between capital anu labor with protection to Ameri-
can industry, always demanded.
AS newspaper it is unsurpassed. Under its present
management it has discovered new fields for enterprise
and there are few Journals that compete with it in
some OF its most highly priced depar Boston
Daily Advertiser lAdnl. lenl -
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Local Affairs.
LITTLE LOCALS :

LITTLE LOCALS:
Confirmed old bachelors should be on
their guard. This is leap year. and the Ia
dies opportunity.
Mr.. John L. Spcer has been reelected
Assistant Secretary Of the Hartford County
Agricultural Society.
"A number of our exchanges issued half
sheets during Christmas week, so as To give
their hard-worked typos holiday.
Several communications have been re-
ceived on the Liquor License Question, but
we are unable to find room for them this
week.
MIR. John Manifold postmaster at Mud
dy Creek Forks, York county, has held the
office for forty-tlree years. He was first
appointed in 1888, during Andrew Jackson's
first term.
The directors of the Maryland Insttu-
ton for the Blind, at Baltimore, have retain
ed F. d. Morrison, Esq, Of this county, as
Superintendent, and Miss Rebecca A. Bond
as Governess. They have both been connect
ed with the institution for many years past.
On the evening of Dec, Goth, Rev. George
X. Warner rector Of st. james Episcopal
Church, Baltimore county, was made the
victim of a pleasant surprise party, compo-
sed of members OF his congregation. They
brought with them a variety of good things,
and spent a few hours most pleasantly, leav-
ing the rector and his family happy, and
making themselves happy as people always
do in giving pleasure and assistance to others,
especially thir minister.
"A new way has been dev ised to defeat
the prohibition of the sale of liquor in Har-
ford county A so called "cub' is formed
and quantity of whisky procured for it use.
Any one can become Il member upon the
payment Of fifty cents. The certificate of
membership is simply a small card, contain
ing numerals from I to D. This card will
entitle its holder to five drinks of the club
whisky. For each drink one of the numbers
is punched, and membership ceases when the
five drinks are taken, unless renewed by the
P"g'hSh' Vi ii'y VIII" ihoiS' ihS INV IL
quor law seems entirely Intellectual to pre-
vent the sale of whisky in our county, and
the impression is general that it should be
repealed and stringent license law enacted,
combining the sale of liquor to hotels proper.
--.e.-
APPOINTMENT OF SCHOOL COMMISSION
ERs.-On the list of January Messrs Arthur
Nosbury, Dr. E. Hall Richardson and Joshua
Scarf were appointed School Commission
crs for Hartford county, by Judge Walters,
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The inauguration Of the Hon John Lee
Carroll, Governor of Maryland will take
place in the memorable old Senate chamber
at Annapolis, on Wednesday next, January
18TH The oath of office will be administer
ed by Chief Justice Bartol.
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Sian an not displayd, for cents per line
X o one ilrst insertion, and cents per line
loFc'rSn SUI Northumberland words
10 count a1fre. No advertisement inser-
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Our esteemed contemporary, the Prince
Georgian, edited and published ut Upper
Marlboro, Md, by Mr.. Thos. j. Turner, APP
pears in dress Of handsome new type. The
Prince Georgian has been for years one ofthc
most ably conducted county journals of the
State, ard we congratulate its proprietor
upon the imp; oyemcnt he has made in the
appearance of this already neat and well ar
rNngcd neWsnnncr
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