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Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday
afternoon last old Boreas blue perfect
hurricane. Ladies' chignons and gentle.
mems hats were lifted from their heads
Some were recovered, while others were
blown into Spring creek and are now
swiftly floating toward Chesapeake Bay.
Mr.. John Sourbeck's bill boards fell be-
fore the blast. The wind concentrated
itself on the rear OF Joseph Brothers
handsome brick store structure and forced
in the gable end of the building. The fall
ing bricks were stopped by the substantial
attic floor, and but slight damage done
Persons in the store, however, were great
ly frightened and almost imagined for n
short time that the entire building would
come tumbing about their heads. A VEN
cradle tree near the NJ. +. church was
prostrated. In the country considerable
havoc was created, in Coalvile almost
every out building and fence yielding to
the force Of the wind. Between this place
and Jacksonville, three large derricks con-
nected with the ore banks have been blown
down. We hear that large cattle shed
on the farm of Mr. John Woodward, near
Howard, was also prostratcd. 1t was a
general March blow
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

i desire 10 call the attention of Centre
county farmers to the fact that am hand
ling again this season Fitche's Onondaga
Plaster, which gave such universal satisfac-
tion last year. My sales then were uncx-
pectedly large, but from the present outlook
/ expect them to be doubled the coming
season. The manufacturer of this plaster
claims that It's quality is improving and
that it now contains l9I per cent more
Gypsum than any other other plaster quar-
ried in the United States and will prove IL
by analysis, certificates, &c. On applica-
tion I will send to any address, free of
charge, an interesting little book on plaster,
showing its discovery, introduction and
use in the United States, and tho compara-
tive value of the different plasters as prov
en- by the State Board of Agriculture.
LAWRENCE l.. BRowN.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

A NEW RAiLEoAD.-Mr. Jane, u,
fenden, Of Lock Haven, sends "a ,bo =,
lowing letter for publication, wbjcb "a
be OF interest 10 farmers living On the III
Of the proposed new rairoad
Lock HAvES, March 1890
EDITORS SBUGEHT AND FoEsTVs
While In your place last week, / me, Vii
a kindly reception from your towns,ns,
but as you were absent, / must write VII,
| would like % say. / am thorouylI,
convinced that the Inhabitants Of Con-,
county are ready and willing 10 aid ind.
trial public enterprises. ! am at pre,e,,
advocating the reconstruction Of the Nii,s,a
and Sugar Ya1ley Railroad from W.
Deer Nils 20 Bellefonte and Milesbu,.
To do this and 10 attract capitalists /, ~.
be necessary for the property owncrs alo..
the route TO donate free road way ten ys,t
wide, according to the railroad siiry.r
hereafter " be made. If the chose. r,..
shall approach within twenty ward. a.
building, Of course the company thhll las,
the right 10 pay for the removal of ,s8
building
An arrangement of this kind ve,a
provide the amnlgAm TO unite capitsl s,i
the wealth now lying idle, and give ~.
county that commercial prestige. viii
which nature has 20 lavishly endowed .
but which has thus far been but poorly In,
proved by its inhabitants. It, crude ct,,.
coal iron production would provide ..
munerative employment 10 eastern s,t
western artisans. If carrying fsriIi,s
were afforded by completing the railrgs.
IL would connect anthracite and biiurrf,,.
coal fields tcenty.fico miles nearer. tb,ng,,
beautiful agricultural and mineral vallay.
and would bc on a bee line with the Cas-.
wissa, Reading and Central railroad. and
New Jersey and New York markets wayd
be ninety-seven miles nearer than VIA n
Hsrrisburg route. Then il would sr.,4
All outlet for Snow Shoe coal, 81 81 rs,
ton in New York city. This quality Of
coal is used for rolling mills, forge. and
marine boilers in preference to anthrac.,e,
now selling at 81 per ton.
Respectfully yours,
JAMES WoLFENDEy
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Heavy folds Of white ribbon hung from
the tightly closed doors of Mr.. Louis Dolls
large boot and shoe establishment last
Tuesday, bcspeaking the deep grief which
was occasioned by the death Of some men,
Der Of his household. Upon inquiry, we
found 1t to be true-that his youngest child
had, on the previous day, been stricken by
death and carried by the angels 10 Him
who said "sufFer the little ones 10 come
unto me.n
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

An organization has been effected
which is to be known as the Belefonte
Sportsmen's Club. The purpose of this or
ganization Is to see that laws applicable to
the protection of game and fish are en-
forced. Mr.. John A. Wagner has been
duly appointed fish warden by the fish
commissioner of the State, and is delegated
to make any information which will lead
to the arrest of any one who violates the
law in this particular, and the organiza-
tion above named have pledged themselves
to assist in maintaining the law.
J. ID. GEIssISGKR, Sec'v.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11
Philadslphia Markets.
PnIl.rrlrHI,. Narch 9. issa

PHILanEIFHIA, March g lSsA
fIorR-There a dull. weak and practically lover
market for nearly all grades ot both winter and rne
Nheas, though currsnt asking prices were nointuAl
unchanged The sales reported eompTi-ed only a'7ui
o0 barrels including Wntet extras al Ssh So A. y
quality: Pennsylvania fair and cisoice family Of 80
tasSs; Ohio and Indiana do al s6s9as -. Louis ds
II ss5b1s 25 Minnesota hak kes extras ct e. 26 ~
and winter aud spring wheat patents and high gFAao
= .2sa1s2s as 20 quality.
NaEaT faly lc. lower. We quote for lorsl niili
lsg nominaly AZ ~ 30 foF mixe and 81 lao l44 ier
prime red and amber and note sales u hs0 bushels
No. : red, April, at sl.t3l.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The hrst Of April approaches and peo-
pie who intend to move are greatly delight
cd at the prospect IL Ia thought that
much larger number Of persons than usual
will change their-plAco Of residence. Those
who do % will, as rule, move from one
house into another. Those who do not
nit" viii continue TO occupy their pres
ent abodes. We wish oil of them Joy.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Only q few weeks remain ero the
present term Of the public schools will
close. We believe II has been the most
profitable term ever known in this place.
The students and instructors have labored
hard, and made remarkable progress In
the single branch Of United States history,
for example, we believe the students are a.
conversant, when they have graduated
from our schools, as arc our best lawyers
or legislators.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Remember Miss Josephine Kauffman's .
German school exhibition which will occu-
ny the boards at Madisonburg next sa,ur-
day night. Its exhibitions at Millheim
and Asronsburg were the attractions of
the season on the other side Of the noun
tain and were greeted with crowded houses.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

--"Brigadier General james A. Beaver
and Assistant Adjutant General ID. S.
Keller have issued their orders to the
various companies of the Fifth Regiment,
appointing the time for the annual cleo
tions TO ill vacancies. Company b will
hold its election on the Goth instant, for the
election of second lieutenant
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Rev William Laurie, of the Presby-
terian church, not having recovered sufIl-
ciently to hold his regular services on Sun
day last, was assisted in the pulpit by Rev.
Decker, Baptist clergyman of Altoona
Although the sermons proceeded from the
lips of one Of different denomination,
they proved to be the same sweet story Of
Gospel truth, and were received with Joy
and profit.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11
JAMES WoLFEypEv

THE DRAMATIC SENSATION oy 7gr
SEAsoS.-The citizens Of this place ri.
now have the opportunity Of wilne...a.
one Of the best actors on the Amerj.,,
stage perform in a thoroughly American
drama, written expressly for himself Il;
is by mere accident that the dislncgi.bei
organization, which will appear q, Rev.
nolds' Opera House on Tuesday evening
next, have decided TO come here Tie
troupe were disappointed in oasctinr an
engagement at Altoona, and having 3
spare evening, accepted Mr.. John Sour.
beck's proposAl TO give Bellcfou.e tia,
evening. Mr.. +. :. CbanfrAu. the .Ar
actor Of the troupe, Is well known 10 The
drama loving public throughou; Amcrica,
and he is supported by large and fret.
class company. The fine. apartments 30
the BrockerhoG House Arc being fitted Up
for the entertainment Of Mr.. Chaufrau ari
his lady during the time they spend a
this place. The hall will be renovated iar
the occasion, and & carpet is being laid o-
the stage 10 prevent the beautiful costume.
worn by the troupe from becoming soiie5
That a hrst-clAss audience will be present
Is certain, ss many of our best citizen.
have already applied for seats. Mr. Sour-
beck says he does not expect this engage
ment 10 be Of any pecun'sry heneti; 70 him,
but il il his desire To give Bellefonie fri.
class entertainment. Regarding Nj Chan.
frau's rendition of "kit, the Arksu.ss
Traveller" in Boston, the Daily Gals
says;
To open the Boston Theatre withou; F.
;. ChanfrAu's Kit, would be something
Boston people would not relish, and II !.
doubtful if without ii the iheaire-C1in-
public would consider the season regularly
commenced. At least this il the wsy il
appeared last evening, by the audience that
completely filled the vast building. The
sign "Standing-room only" was early d.
played, and when the curtain rose, applause
long and loud greeted the well.known face
and form Of the happy baekwo2d,msn,
with his coon skin and rife, and when be
changed these garments for those Of civil
Zation, the applause was not lessened. T.
speak Of the plot Of the play would be
useless and uncalled for, ss it Is probably
already well known, for while there are
doubtless many who have never seen The
play-and right here it is proper to say,
"do so'--they have read or been told oi
iis details, Of its ruined home, the Little
Difficulty, and that famous game Of poker
Notwithstanding his travels and battles
with life, Mr.. Chanfrsu shows but little Of
the wear and tear of time, and his person
ifcation of last evening was more perfect,
If possible, than ever before. Without
detracting from Mr.. Chanfrau in the
slightest, IL is question which attract the
most attention, "kifi or "Thc Two
Beats" the "J,sdge" and "NqjoT.' Tic
highest compliment that can be paid is 70
say that if they should attempt the same
on the street that they perform on the
stage, their appeals would never 60 uf-
needed.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11
BELLEroxrE. March &. 1850.

The annual meeting of the stockholders
Of the BeIlcfcnte Library Association viii
be held at their rooms on Monday, April
o, 1880, at "A r. ~, for the purpose Of
elscting q Board Of Managers FOR the en-
suing year and for any other business that
may come before them.
II JAcon v THOMAS, Sec.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

How we'll the name of s. a. Brew
rhymes with all that's good and true
Especially is this so in the grocery line
Since Brew Il Sons famous grocery store
was first opened it has been the place Of
places for Centre county people, who real
ly want the very best groceries, to buy.
There is no place in this county where peo-
pie can satisfy themselves so we'll both in
price and quality as Brew S Sons.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Miss Lizzie Baumgardner, well
known and greatly esteemed young lady of
Eagleville, died, of consumption, at her
home in that place on Tuesday of last week.
For some time she gave music lessons in
this place and was also organist for the
Baptist church. Her funeral occurred on
Thursday last
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The stage of Reynolds Opera House
is to be beautifully carpetcd in preparation
for Mr.. Frank $. Chanfrau and troupe, who
will occupy the boards in the play of Exit,
the Arkansas Traveller, on Tuesday eve-
ming next.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The Bsllefonte Sportsmens Club, or
ganized on Monday evening last elected
the following list Of officers President,
George Valentine Vice President, Harry
s. Hale; Secretary, j. ID. Geissinger /;
Treasurer, Theodore Deschner Board Of
Managers, F. ?. Green, $. T. shugert, $.
F. Foster and Thomas Burnside.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Mr.. B. b. Kramer, of Lemont, was the
victim of an unfortunate accident, while
at Boalsburg, on Friday last. lie was
thrown from his buggy, striking the ground
with such violence as TO break his collar
bone and bruise him considerably about
the head and face
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Miss Flora Fox, step-daughter of Mr..
Teller, of the BrockerhofT House, who
created such favorable impression during
her stay in this place last summer, returned
on Friday last. She has been spending the
winter among friends in "old Virginia"
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

For the very best grocers we recon-
mend our patrons to the famous store of
Sechler X Co. Mr.. Sechler has dealt with
the people of Centre county for many
years and has gained their utmost conf
dence. lie continues to offer special in
ducements to secure the peoples patronage.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

"A short time since Rev. w. II. Whit
ney, of the Penn Hall NJ. +. Church, re-
ceived donation from his friends in Mill
helm. A large amount of the necessaries
of life and about thirty dollars in money
were received. The donation proved TO be
very acceptable.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Rev. r. Crittenden, of this place, has
prepared Sabbath-school lessons suitable
for the Sundays for which no lessons have
been provided in the regular international
series, and will send ten copies of them to
any address on receipt of a three cent
stamp,
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The Altoona Tribune publishes COM
plete list of the ministers and delegates
present at the annual conference in that
city, together with their place of residence
while there. The abode of Rev. 4. ID.
Yocum while in that place will be at the
residence Of Mr.. A. p. Mcdonald, on l2th
avenue.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Winter has not yet given up his old
and very Objectionable habit of Lingering
in the lap Of spring., and, with snow on
Sunday and Tuesday Last, seems TO have
very comfortable resting place OF 1t in the
ethereal maiden's lap, But the fair dame
will soon give him such boost that he
will be slow 10 return.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Tens of thousands are suffering to-day
from Kidney complaint without knowing
what il is that makes them feel depressed
and miserable. DAYS KIDNEY PAD Is the
remedy that will remove the cause of your
sufIerings.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The local editor OF the Republican is
among those individuals who have witness
ed the "fifteen" puzzle brought into the
correct combination, and yet cannot ex-
plain how II was done. Queer how easily
folks will allow 500 slip from their grasp.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Mr.. Samuel Fouss, Of Millheim, was in
town on Tuesday, accompanied By friend,
and did not forget to call on US. He re-
ports everything In prosperous condition
In bis section Of The country.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

MIR. Samuel Roger, of Nittany Valley,
owned COW which weighed $40 pounds.
He disposed of this dear little, delicate
creature the other day, but who was the
purchaser deponent saith not
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Hrs EARTHLY LIFE ESDED.-Last week
we made passing notice OF the severe ILL.,
ness Of Mr.. Jared Struble, Of Pleasant
Gap, who was seized with an attack of
pleurisy about three weeks since. Notwith.
standing the constant care Of physicians
and friends, Mr.. Struble continued te
grow worse until his death on Friday
afternoon of last week. The deceased was
forty-four years of age. He was gentle
man with whom, either as friend or citi-
zen, IL Is painful TO part. As one of the
most esteemed citizens Of Pleasant Gap.
his death Is a loss TO the community His
wife and three children have been called
upon 10 part with their best earthly friend
and II will be many days ere the separation
shall cease 10 give pain TO them. lie was
consistent member of the Lutheran
church and an earnest Christian man.
His end was peace, and the memory Of his
life will always be held in pleasant recol-
lection by all who knew him.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The down town grocors of Bellefonte,
are Sechler & Co. Many stores have been
opened in this part of the town and again
closed, but Sechler & Co. continue in their
old location. If the strangers arriving on
the train glance at the sign of Scchler &
Co. they know they are in Bellefonte, be-
cause Sechler's reputation is as worldwide
as the town itself. The reason of this the
people well know, and if they don't, they
can find out by visiting the store.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

CoRREspoNDENcE, containing important news solicit
ed rom any part of the county. No communications
inserted unless accompanied by the real name of the
writer.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The weekly gathering OF the Addison
ian Club, on Saturday evening last, was an
unusually pleasant and profitable occasion
the most interesting session the Club has
held fora month past. The debate, IRE.
sotSed, That Chinese immigration should
not be encouraged" was decided in the
affirmative. The subject for discussion at
the next meeting is, "Resolred, That the
President and Vice President Of the United
States should be elected by the direct vote
of the people" II viii be conducive to the
ultimate good Of the Club If every member
will endcayor to be present at each session.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

On Monday last work of exquisite
beauty was standing on the counter in the
Bush House Office, the production of the
Bohemian glass blowers who exhibited In
town last week. The groundwork was
silver sea Of foam. Above this, upon the
branches Of trees, were per r,hed birds Of
brilliant pIumage. A noble ship was also
riding upon the billowy sea. A glass
vase covered this delicate and beautiful
piece Of workmanship. II was offered for
sale at S26, and would make most superb,
though costly, mantle ornament. We be-
Iieve, II did not find purchaser, and was
taken away by the company.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

The residents of Upper Lamb street
wish to and should be supplied with more
coal oil street lamps. Although pleasant
street. 1t is wofully dark at night. A lsnp
has recently been placed before Mrs.
Jacobs residence and another before MIR.
Richards, but Mr.. Alec McCafrcrty and
several other worthy citizens live about
half mile further out the street, and are
tired of "ways that are dark" Ifcouncil
will allow little more of its light, even If
1t be but coal OIL reflect in that direction,
II will be entitled to the everlasting graft.
tude of that community.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

MONDAY, January 8, lsso.--our stock
of woolens for the spring and summer
season Of 1880 Just received. Leave your
order now. Respectfully.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11
The following is the analysis of Ono,

The following is the analysis of OHon-
daga Plaster as made by DIR. +. A. Genth,
chemist State Board Of Agriculture
Quartz and insoluhls .............. 20
iydrOus sulphate Of Lime tGyIun
Carbonate Of Lame, Magncsia, oxide of Iron, &c,
not 1858
1000
This sample was taken at random from a
bag in the possession of dealer in Lock
Haven, Mr.. Geo. 5. Good, and forwarded
TO NJ. c. Bcebe, Esq, Vice President Pa.
Board of Agriculture. This plaster is for
sale in Bellefonte only by
LAWRENCE l.. Brown.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Last week we gave some particulars
Of fatal accident that happened on the
previous Saturday to Mr.. Samuel Weaver,
young man who WAS struck by an ap-
preaching engine, while driving over Me-
Cool's crossing, near Spring Mills. We
learn that tho young man was son of Mr..
Joseph Weaver, of Gregg township. He
was twenty-five years old. At the time
Of the accident he was returning from
Spring Mills, where he had delivered
load of wood. His funeral, which was
largely attended, occurred on the following
Monday.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

One day last week an accident which
may have an agreeable result occurred to
Mr.. Simmons, of Spring township. For
several years he has been afflicted with a
very stiff leg, the result Of white swelling,
or some such disease. On the day men,
toned, he was about to climb into buggy,
when he slipped, falling upon the injured
leg The ligament which bound together
the leaders, causing the stiffness, was part
ed, and ever since he has been able TO use
his limb with all the freedom of former
days. 1t was happy accident.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

Mr.. Crownover, of Huntingdon coun-
ty, who is about TO engage in mercantile
business at Pleasant Gap, yesterday took
possession of the store room recently erect
ed by Mr.. Gottleib Haag. He will have
a fine stock, and will conduct his business
with push and energy. 1t will be an ex-
cellent place for persons in that vicinity to
trade
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1880-03-11

GONE WEsT.-Tuesday morning Of last
week was called the Exodus day" by the
people OF Millheim. The reason was be.
cause forty-one persons from that vicinity
thought IL best TO obey the sage counsel
Of the immortal Horace Greeley, and on
that day had gathered al Coburn station
10 board the train for the Great West
Not only they, but all their kin and friends
had come also, and made one Of the larg-
est and most mournful assemblies ever
gathered at that station. Those who de.
parted to make their future abodes in west
ern homes are rs follows Mr.. T. B Slower
and family, and Mr.. ]. A. Bowersox--ten
persons in all--went TO Pleasant Valley.
Lincoln county, Kansas Mr. Harry Hink-
son and family, Mr.. Ambrose Voneda and
Mrs. Rachael Young-sixteen persons
all TO Rosetta, Lincoln county, Kansas
Mr.. Jacob NJ. Harter and family and Mr..
John NJ. Hsrtcr-nine persons-to Upton,
Morgan county, Missouri Mr.. +. Il.
Wolf and family and Mr. George w
Sharp-four persons-to Carthage, Jasper
county, Missouri and Mr.. Z. W. MAuek,
TO Freeport, Stephenson county, Ill.