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Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
Briarly Hall Seminary.
PooLEsyLLE, June

POOLESVILLE, June Slst, 1851.
Mr.. EditOr In my accidental rambling
in the upper end of the county, by far the
prettiest, it was my pleasure ON the 10Th
inst, to he present at the Commencement
at Briarly Hall, young ladies' boarding
and day school, Mrs. Porter and daughter,
principals, located near Poolesville, which,
with its beautiful surroundings, and the pro-
verbal hcalthfulness OF the vicinity, can
not be surpassed; and the tasteful manner
the green foliage of nature and the floral
kingdom were brought into requisition with
the joyful countenances Of the young Misses
who seemed to be more than pleased as well
as their teachers, for it was almost marvel
lous how they, as whole, could acquit
themselves with such lady-like decorum
II speaks well for the instructors Of the insti-
tuition, and they have the proud consolation
of knowing that their time has not been
spent in vain, ii we are to judge from the
large attendance and the frequent express
siOns of praise bestowed by the people at
large, for they are beginning TO realize that
they, of Medey's District, are not altogether
at the mercy Of the county's neglected
schools.
If there is one thing more than another
that ought not 10 be allowed TO flag 1t Is the
institutions of learning both private and
public; for what can be of more lasting
gratitude than to realize the fact that oul
children and wards have not been sighted
but on the contrary advanced beyond oul
fondest expectations.
will not attempt TO distinguish between
the young ladies', pupils Of Briarly, for they
ali acquitted themselves surprisingly, but
cannot help saying, well done faithful teach
ers. May 1t be my pleasure TO be present a
| the next Commencement at Briarly Hall
and may its patrons be increased teniold I
/ the sincere wish of one who is u friend Il
/ the education Of the rising generation ant
shall ever encourage il, both in public anc
| private Ia the best Of my humble ability.
| almost forgot TO mention that Il. Il
Prettyman, Esq, Of your town, was present
and delivered short essay on the progress
and benefits Of the institution m his usua
happy vein. There was also general dis
1 tribuiion Of bouquets and medals, and every
thing passed off nicely, both 10 teachers
pupils and guests. GUEST.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
Cedar ,.roye Items.

Mersrs c. Young & Bros. have just re-
turned from Baltimore with full and COM
plete assortment Of goods.
The wheat crop is very fine throughout
the vicinity of Cedar Grove. Farmers are
trying the chemical process for making their
own fertilizers, at cost OF about S12 per
ton. Mr.. VIM. Williams tried three or four
different kinds Of the best fertilizers in the
market in the same field and put in at the
same time, and he says at harvest he can see
no difference between them and the chemi-
Gals, the same quantity being used per acre
A wonderful cure Of fits has been made
b. DIR. J. Bigger, of Taylorsville, Carroll
county, OF Miss Jennie Becraft, daughter Of
James and Martha Becraft. This young lady
about two years ago was suddenly taken sick
and had long and tedious spell, although
she got better for short time, when she
was compelled to call in the most skillful
| physicians, one after another, but none
seemed TO do her any good, at last she be-
came very impatient aud it was the general
| supposition that she could not live long
She was persuaded TO go and see DIR. Bigger
4 on the llth inst, at which time she was
having from thirty 10 forty fits per day
After taking his prescription she entirely
recovered and to-day she Is as well anc
cheerful as any lady IN our neighborhood
Kings cOrnet brass band is having a new
outfit OF clothing and instruments of all
| kinds and M entire stock Of new music
| They are prepared 10 ill any Gail that they
may have and will give entire satisfaction
June 2lst, 1881. PBEsToS.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
Boyd,s station Items.

Harvest is at hand and the demijohDs and
beer kegs can be seen coming in from ''acrss
the line"
Miss Mary Ford, who has been visiting
our town for the past six weeks, has re-
turned to her home in Washington.
Mr.. r. p. Hays preached in the grove at
Blocktown last Sunday. His doctrine is
that we must get to Heaven the best we can
without having any professed religion or
being member of any church.
Mr.. j. G. McAtee has one Of his hands in
bad condition. Four or five weeks ago
he had nitric acid applied 10 wart and 1t
eat too deep; his hand is now very much
infamed and swollen.
Lee Waters, little son of Joseph and
Annie Hobbs, was buried here to-day. The
child was in delicate health when they went
to Baltimore short time ago, and Sunday
evening they brought it out thinking it would
improve but II was too late, 1t died short
time after its arrival here Sunday night.
What has become of "St. Croix" and
"Dotiie" hope they haven't followed the
example of their neigbbors and stepped oven
the line TATrLER.
June 2lst, 1881.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
COUNTY PopuIation-The following /

County POpuiatiOn.-Ihe following Is
the official report of the Census Bureau Of
the population Of this county;
LIST election district (Cracklin), 2,419; End
election district (Clarksburg) including the
following places, 1853; Browningsville, "a
Clarkburg, 81 Damascus, 112; Gathers
burg, 43 Hyattstown, AS 3D. election dis
trict (Medley's), including the following vii
lagos, 4,252 Edwards Ferry, 36; Pooles-
vile, 2S7; 4th election district (l3ockvfiie),
including the town of Rockville, 4,203;
Rockville, 69S; 9th election district QBerry's)
including the following villages 3,790; Coles.
yille As; Spenceryille, "a; 9th election dis
trict Darnestown), including the village Of
Jamestown, 1853; Jamestown, 107; 9Th
election district (Bethesda), 1888; 9Th cleo
tion district (Mechanicsvilc,) including the
following villages, 3,28S; Ashton, As; Gin
cinnati village, 81 Brookeville, pos i; Sandy
Springs. 80. Total, 2t,759.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
BALTIMORE
EAsH s,onE.


WHY our Store is constantly crowd
w ed with customers, is because we
sell only durable aud reliable goods
Please read our advertisement and no.
tice what splendid inducements we offer
to spend your money with US.
Ilali-wool beautiful Lnsires. 10 new shades,
Toe; one case Wash Poplips, Sc.
Good Prints, SC 10 SC; Lawns 10 ana 1z1c.
100 pieces best Renfrew and Canto Giae6ans.
800 pairs Embroidered Hose ut l5c
Splendid Ladies' Hose, full London length,
from 25c up.
so dozen Lacetop Gloves at 2bc.
100 dozen 3.elastic Gloves, 20; cheap at 40c.
20 pieces double width, all-wool Lace Bnn,-
ing, 5Oc; the price was 75c, but The suction
sales closed out the entire stock lsst week.
We have Black, Cream, Navy Blue and
Brown
Nuns Yelling, beautiful new eolors. 3Oc
Atwood Black Cashmeres, 4Oc, worth ~.
Geister Clolb, In exquisite shades, 500
100 pieces Lace Bnhtlngs, Plaid AnhAirs and
striped Dress Goods, Toe; usaally retail a,
25 cents.
Splendid Iine Of BLACK SILKS
Cloths and CassI@eres for Mems aud Boys
wear.
We s'uiu 10 seli the best 81 Corset IN the city.
Gents, Ladies' and Children's Underwear
We are headquarters for cheap and good
articles 10 this line.
CALL AND SEE us and CONVINCE
YOURSELVES.
L. BEHRESDs.
908 Seventh street, N. W.,
apr l3-3m WASHINGTON, d. @.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
Another brilliant uouse.-A

Another Brilliant House. --Althougl
the afternoon gave indications Of an APP
proaching storm, and as early as O'Clock
the rain came down in torrents, nevertheless
a brilliant and appreciatiyc house greeted
the Comus Club upon their repetition 81
the plays of Wednesday evening of last
week. Indeed, the performance of Monday
was grand success. Every character wai
most handsomely sustained, and everything
moved as smoothly and nicely as "a painted
ship on painted ocean"
The Comus is now = recognized institu
ton as it is an acquisition TO our commu
nifty, and we feel satisfied that their futurt
announcements will be received with feel
ings Of mingled pleasure and pride. Al
the conclusion Of the plays the younger
portion of the audience adjourned TO the
Fair Grounds, where several hours vert
spent in dancing. Donch's band was In Ut
tendance and well sustained its reputation
We regret that the inclemency of the weather
prevented our country cousins" from being
present.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
Clarksburg Items.

Our farmers are busy reaping the golden
grain and gathering it into their gamers.
]. II. Purdom has purchased self-binder
We wish him success with it.
Mrs. Alice Milborn, of Va, is visiting al
Mr., VIM. Watkins residence.
Miss Jennie Lee Milborn has returned to
her home in Baltimore We are sorry to
hear of her departure
Lee Wilson is having very large barn
erected by Mr.. Hobbs and son.
Ut. Williams has commenced building
spacious dwelling house. The work will be
done by Messrs. Lewis and Piquet.
Noah Watkins is also having built me
dwelling house, the work being done by the
same parties.
Miss Ella Watkins has just returned from
Frederick, where she has been attending
boarding school. We wish her pleasant
vacation.
June 2lst, 1881. II.
We have had very fine rain.
An increase of one in our population since
last week,
A number of copies of the new revision
of the New Testament have been sold in
our village.
Miss Troxall of York, Pa, and Rev. Mr..
Haddaway and family, of Va, are visiting
friends in this vicinity.
The Sabbath School of the M. L. Church
South will hold picnic on the 4th of July
in the grove of Mr.. Reid, about q mile from
this place. Lemonade, cake, etc., will be
sold on the grounds, the proceeds to go to-
wards buying a library for the school.
"Tattler's'. communication in regard to
Gossip" was more generous than witty
You are barking up the wrong tree, friend
"Tattler."
June Goth, 1881. GOSSIP.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24

PardOned John Wolfe, convicted in
this county In 1878, of grand larceny, and
sentenced 10 five years 10 the penitentiary
was on Friday last pardoned from that In
stitution by Gov. Hamilton, after having
served three years Of his sentence. He wai
employed by the Chesapeake and Ohic
canal at Williamsport, where the larceny
occurred, and the case was removed 10 thii
county for trial.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24

LectOre.-Rev. Jas. Il. Averitt lectured
on Tuesday night in the chapel of the Church
of the Ascension, Lafayette Square, Balti-
more, on "Recolections of Southern Plan
tation Life and "reminiscences Of Stonewall
Jackson" Mr.. Avertt is rector of Silver
Spring Parish, in this county, and during
the late civil war was chaplain under Gen.
Turner Ashby. There was full attend
ance, every seat in the chapel being occu-
pied. Mr.. Averitt is u ready and pleasing
speaker, and his hearers greeted him with
| frequent applause He gave the character
istics Of the Southern people before the war
and their social life in an attractive manner
As an eXemplification of plantation life, he
gave account of q plantation on Tar river,
in North Carolina, where he was raised
The various scehes, modes Of life and social
pictures described held the interest of the
audience closely. Several humorous points
in the negro character were brought out.
AT the close of his lecture the speaker de-
voted few moments to the consideration OF
the character of Gen. Stonewall jackson.
/ Gen. jackson was, he said, the embodiment
| OF intense conviction; his every act showed
| it. His sense OF duty was with him n prin-
! cipie paramount When directed by his
pastor To lead in prayer and made 10 realize
/ il was his duty TO do So he persisted, through
/ three Hat iaiures, untli he became one OF
the Giosi earnest uI eXlemporaneuus prayers.
! lie was IN every e,emeht ui his character
( what inlght have been supposed from his
/ cary sonlhelh education and associations.
/ There was never a moment from llarpcr's
/ Ferry To his death at Charlottesville that
/ he did not feel sure OF success, and it was
that enthusiasm lighting up his career which
4 made him the foremost man in the annals Of
the late war. When pressed by Fremont
ON the West, Mcdowell ON the East, and
| and near.y cut of at Strasburg, he was
! found in prayer, and 50 much occupied in
| thought that he forgot the day was Sunday.
The speaker told how Ashby was the eyes
and ears of Jackson, and being Ashby 5
chaplain, he necessarily saw much Of Jack
SON lie related how jackson got the sobri-
quet of "Stonewall" at the first Manassas
battle To illustrate the lengths to which
jackson went when it was necessary, an
explanation was given of the deposition OF
officers elected in Jackson's command and
the substitution OF others appointed by Jack
son. When jackson was told the men were
| disposed 10 rebel he said, There will have
to be some tall shooting among them"
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24
EIGHT REASONS
WHY YOU SHOULD USE AN
Ideal Coffee Pot

lst. Because you will have Coffee Ia all its
purity, strength and flavor.
I'd Because by our process the Coffee is
not boiled, hence you save and keep in the
pot all the flavor, which is always lost by
boiling.
Sd Because you can make at least one
quarter more Coffee from same amount of
grain, then is made by the old method.
4h. Because the Coffee grain does not
touch the sides or bottom of the pot hence
the Coffee is neither black nor bitter.
9th, Because you use no clearing matter
whatever, MS the sack acts as perfect clarifer.
9th. Because simple arrangement over
the spout inside the pot prevents all escape of
steam and aroma
7h. Because the "IDEAL CoPFRE AND TEA
PoTs' are the simplest and cheapest pots In
the world.
9Th. The IDEAL COFFEE Por is the most
perfect and cheapest made, aud II il will not
DO MS we claim Tor 1t after one weeks trial
return same and have your money refunded.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1881-06-24

Oft money distributed by the Comp
troller last week for the public schools, this
county gets $2,632.20 for white schools, and
81 ,O44e4 fOrcolored schools.
Delaware state journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1870-1883, 1881-01-06

The trial of the Land League leaders,
now in progress in Dublin, exctes but
little interest. This is due to the fact
that it was put OF until it began to appear
as if the Government was afraid to bring
it on.
Had the "traversars as they are called,
bsen brought to trial Immediately after
their alleged violations of law, and con-
viction secured, the feet might have had
some value. As it is. their conviction
now would be Of precious little, If any,
benefit to the Goyernu ert, while it migkt
be positive disadvantage.
Even were Parnel and his followers
consigned to prison 1t would not deter
others from taking their places and con-
timing their fight against tyranny. II
acquitted tho prestige they will have
gained will make them far more powerful
tnan they could ever have been simply by
their own forts.
On the surface the Irish agitation is a
" lnHLu Iot ftutesA VI tut grievances Oi
the Irish tenantry. Iu this they have the
siltnt sympathy of the English Radicals
who would welcome change in the
Eaglish tenant laws, and the open counte
nance of some advanced Liberal leaders
who feel that "a remedy, and far reaching
one at that, must be provided,
But every patriotic Irishman treasure,
the hope that Irish autonomy may yet b,
secured, and he looks upon the presen
agitation as q step towards the realization
of that hope. It may seem fanciful bu
we believe it is possible, and the longe
the land question is left open the neare
the day draws nigh when Ireland will b,
granted absolute home rule.
Indeed it may be said there are evel
now English leaders who, could they fee
that ths times were ripe for the expert
ment Of Irish home rule, would be willin
to let it be tried.
Parliament may legislate but there ar
two things orly that will really benef
Ireland and these are, wholesale emigra
ton and home rule.
Delaware state journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1870-1883, 1881-01-06

The selni-official announcement in the
New York Tribune OF Monday in
reference to Garfeld's policy, goes to
show that the great, big hearted statesman
is good enough machine" man for the
party. ----:=
II would appear that the few who
Iondly hoped that a new order Of things
would bs witnessed with the inauguration
of the next President are to be cruelty dis
appointed. The blunt honesty Of the
Tribune when ii announces that aarHeid's
administration is to be- for the good of
''the whole Republican party" is truly
refreshing after the cant and hypocrisy of
the campaign.
Itnppesrs that the assumption that the
Executive is to serve the interests Of the
whole people is entirely fallaoious. 1t is
we'll that matters are put plainly at
the start. The voice of Flanagan
prevailed at Chicago, and the de-
mands of the gentlemen, of whom that
fearless statesman is fitting type, are to
be complied with, and in pursuance of this
determination 1t is announced that with
he capture of the Tennessee Legislature
the Senate will be secured and things
fixed"
Delaware state journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1870-1883, 1881-01-06

The last MAGAZINE OF AMERICAN HIsronY
is enriched by two reproductions of the Saint
Nemin portraits direct from original plates
those clifford and Lady Clinton and series
is promised. Further discussion OF the
Battle Of Camden takes place and Kings
Mountain Is detailed at great length.
"Traits of the American Revolution" is a
curious study and of general interest. 1t
gives an excellent idea of the conflicting views
of most troubled and uncertain time.
The book notices are always marked
feature. Admiral PEBBLES "History of the
Flag of the United States" has been found
worthy of special notice. Its author has ex-
tended his researches to both ancient and
modern symbols of nationalities and accom-
panies his valuable work by fac SMILES Of
the most ringing and patriotic songs called
forth by his subject. The book is beautiful
specimen from the University Press, Cam
bridge, published by subscription by A
Williams 4 Co., Boston, at $3.50 each. L
casts somewhat of reflection that so far OK
penses have not been realized.
Delaware state journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1870-1883, 1881-01-06
We have received from State Treaaurl ,

We have received from State Treasure
Raypolds COPY of bis biennial report to
the Governor and present the full text of
1t on the third peee. Oar citizens vii
fpd it very interesting and satisfactory
reading, and the holders OF the State
bonds will be no less pleased with the
exhibit 1t makes, assuring them as 1t does
of the continued absolute safety of their
investments and the prompt payment OF
their interest. The prosperity of the
State may, however, create in their minds
some doubt as to whether or not they will
be able to hold its bonds much longer on
the present advantageous terms, as, II it
oin be found that the debt can be
refunded at lower rate OF interest
without any breach Of faith, such action
will probably be taken at the present
session of the Legislature.
Delaware state journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1870-1883, 1881-01-06
Observing New Years Day.

The pleasant custom OF New Years
calls was observed Saturday, but possibly
somewhat less than year ago. We have
no doubt, however, that it is pretty fairly
fixed here now, and that, taking the years
together, 1t is sure to become more
general. We hope its growth here will be
marked by little less of formality than
attends it in places where it has been
longer established, SO that there will be no
feeling of necessity for elaborate prepare
ton in the way of either dress or refresh.
ments on the part of ladies' In that case
the number of those who do not receive
will be diminished to those who have
really coed reason for declining, and all
who are really well and al home will be at
home in social sepse to all of their
Rcquaintsnces. The custom does up-
questionably promote sociability, and
leaves behind it resolution for continued
better acquaintance, certain measure of
which will possibly endure as is the case
perhaps with certain portion Of all the
good resolutions it is customary to form at
this season of the year.
The talk about the custom tending to
intemperauoe is pure cant here in Will
mington. where the custom has grown up
since there was full recognition every :
where of the danger Of setting out liquor
on day whore gentlemen make 30 many
calls and the number here who offer
anything stronger than coffee is very small
indeed. Those who ordinarily have
wines and liquors about their HOUSES.
as rule do not offer them
to guests on New Years day As matter
of fact We do not recoliect single instance
OF any caller unduly warmed up on any
New Years day. There may have beer
such, but il go they were of those who
consider drinking a little tho much 8
necessary part of any sort of festivity
and such are not by any means dependent
on the hospitality of their friends for the
means to carry out their peculiar ideas
Whatever it may be elsewhere, the custom
here is pleasant and innocent one. aut
its growing observance is sign Of di,
position to cultivate with little more car,
the pleasant side of life.
There was also Oh Saturday evidence O
tendency to make New YEARS. day NOR
of holiday among business men than wa
formerly the case. With the banks coset
and the post Office aud telegraph office
shut up during portion of the day buti
ness cannot be run at quite so h gh
pressure as in ordinary times and tn
retail dealers seemed to find yer
little of II to run, judging fror
the number of people spparentl,
in their stores In all respects the OBJ
servsnce Of the day is making more rapi
growth than did that of Thanksgivin
day, and 1t will be before long as general
|. observed as Christmas, Iudep do.
and Thanksgiving day.