Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1879-06-05

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water works. IL is truo that ever since he
has occupied this position ccaseless
stream of pure "Adam's Ale" has continu-
ed to flow through the pipes Temperance
people especially have reason to bo grateful
for this, as during the dry, warm weather
which now prevails much of the tempta-
tion to mbibe something stronger has been
removed, as none can give scarcity of wa
ter for nm excuse. We have not of late
heard any complaints from any quarter of
the town about lack of water, and Mr.
George w. Rodgers can consider our hats
of to him rs great public bencfactor.
Rev. John Hewitt, rector of the Epis-
copal church, led tho meeting of the
Young Mems Christian Association, last
Sunday afternoon, and delighted all who
heard him by the good taste he displayed
in choosing and treating his subject, his
smooth, flowing and convincing language
and easy delivery. Tho exercises were
further engaged in by Gen. Beaver and
Mr.. james Sommcrvillc, Of this place, Mr..
Young, of Baltimore, and Revs. Hughes
and Laurie, of this place. The Association
hopes to have the pleasure Of enjoying the
presence and aid Of Rev. Hewitt frequently
in tho future.
1t is quite refreshing 10 notice the
many superior qualities constantly being
discovered in the general makeup Of our
legal and learned friend, Judge Oryis. 1t
has long been recognized that rs n lcgisla-
tor and Judge he has no superior, and now
our exchanges convey the additional infor-
nation that the Judge /. the most expert
angler in the State. We had more than
half suspected this, and will be fully con-
yinccd on the practical attestation Of it in
the receipt Of a dozen or more fair-sized
fresh mountain trout-fruit Of the Judges
own piscatorial skill.
The sermon of Rev. Frank Wetzol,
who preached in the Lutheran church Of
this place last Sunday morning, is descrb-
cd by those who heard it rs an able pro-
duction Though provided with copious
notes, he was enabled, after proceeding
with his sermon, 10 speak almost without
referring to them. The subject was in
reference to the Unity Of the Church Of
Christ" 1t is quite evident that, cnducd
as the young gentleman is with love for
his occupation, careful and earnest practice
only is required to make him a most effect
i've preacher.
"A large number of gucsts are soon 10
arrive and take up their summer residence
At the Bush House. \ party from Rich.
mond, Va, will lead the van, on the 25ih
Of this month. Several pariie- from Phila-
dclphia and Baltimore will follow suit
Through July and Angus, this hnc hotel
will contain a gay throng Of visitors, who,
together with the large number Of persons
permanently boarding there, should be
able 10 furnish sufficient entertainment 20
give pleasant summer 20 all.
Several gentlemen arrived in town on
Tuesday TO aid in installing the recently
elected officers In the Grand Army Of tho
Republic, which took place on Tuesday
chamber. Among them are: David John.
son, and John johnson, Of Elk City, Pa,
and Il. ". Hale, H. 7. Blair, james !.
Dennis, Samuel T. Johnston and Howard
Wailcy, Of PhiIipsburg, this county.
Among the distinguished Philadcl.
phians in town this week, we notice the
names Of W W. McEwen, Of the grocery
house Of Wainwright Il Co., and Thomas
Foster, Of the Frishmu;h tobacco house,
registered at the BrockcrhofF; and James
II. Young, Of Zeigler s. Swearingens
notion house at the Bush House. We have
no doubt their numerous customers here
were all glad to see them.
Wilson, McFarlano Il Co arc head
quarters for the farmers. We notice a
large number Of CuI,ivators, Shovel. Plows.
Double Harpoon Hay Forks and Rope and
Pullcys Of all sizes. The latest improve.
ments are always secured by them and sold
at the lowest prices. They are willing to
give the farmer as low prices as he can
secure directly from the manufacturer.
As the season advances j. Newman,
Jr., siill enjoys a very large share Of pa
tronagc. lie employs such elegant work
men, and constantly has on hand such a
large and complete stock Of rcady.made
clothing, that people Of Centre county are
thoroughly convinced that IL is 20 their
interest to buy Of him.
Mr. James Mccartney has very
handsome design Of ornamental tissue fy
paper which he is prepared to hang in
stores, shops and saloons at reasonable
price. Persons desiring anything of the
kind would do we'll to give Mac chance.