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Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

TIE Morning News fails to back up its
argument against ''local option" as pre-
sented in first meeting the position of our
correspondent The News took the ground
that the people Of one place had no right
to prohibit or prevent offences against
their peace and quiet if the violatOrs went
TO a neighboring state or county, that is,
that New Castle county must not protect
itself against thieves, drunkards or MUIR
derers lest they go over into Kent or
Cecil counties. 1t would be satisfactory
TO know from what great teacher the
editor got such q high idea of jurispru-
dence, that England cannot make laws to
protect its owu welfare because the cul-
prets might go over to France, or that
Russia ought not to punish Nihilism or
Germany socialism for fear they might go
to some other countries to practice theiI
wicked devices? The NelGs reaches the
climax of argument against ''lOcal option
in the question would you abolish the
corn because the cow got in and gorgeC
herself to death ?'' which is thus cleverlS
answered by our correspondent:
mo! we would have prohibition likt
the farmers fence, and if men will gOrg'
themselves with rum, let it be by breakin;
the law, as your COW did the fence. If j
should prove, however, that the farme
sold corn which would impoveFish tn
cows, and finally kill them, would it no
be well to prevent such sale by lawP AM
let him find the legitimate use for sue
?n
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23


e. 6. Treasury. The DelarOdrear in dis
cussipg this question says:
"Some changes should be maJle in our
Internal revenue laws undoubtedly, but
their entire repeal whereby the whole
revenue of the country would be raised
from duties OR impOrtatiOns, would be
not only unwise' but injurious and hurt
fIl. We know of nothing consumed by
man that can with more propriety be
taxed than whiskey and tobacco. At
best they are banetUl luxuries, neither
useful nor beneficial, and those engaged
in their production, manufacture and sale,
as well as the consumers, can with as
much justice and propriety be compelled
to pay part of the taxes necessary for
the government as any other class OF cltl-
ZtnS."
The internal tax amounts to about $780,
100000 the same paper states, two thirds
of which comes from tobacco and liquors
1t is well enough to pay something an
nually OH the national debt so as to have
l. in Il process of ultimate extinction, but
the tax certainly on bank checks might
be abolished, as would be well also ON
lucifer matches.
There is another phase of taxation that
would be well to look intO-that of State
Revenue. The refunding of the State
bonds by the last Legislature on rate OF
per cent was fine stroke of policy that
should bring measures of relief in the
! finances of our State. The existing law
is peculiar one, that taxes the purchases
rather than the profits of our business
The smallest tax Oh u manufacturer taking
out license including the fees is from st
to 81, and whether manufacturer or re
taller, with the most of them is money
hat requires an effort to get it from the
depths of the pocket. With the railroads
for which the State is respOnsible) on ;
good paying basis as they should be, ou
safe debt is comparatively small and a
the low rate of interest on the cOnsolida
ed bonds should not be onerous.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

ABOUT STATE CANDIDATES. The in
terest that is cropping out in different
sections of the State as TO who shall be
the nominees of the Democratic party for
the gubernatorial and congressional Offices
grows out of the fact doubtless that it has
had so long the preponderance of voters.
The strictly democratic papers otherwise
than the Every Erening have, however,
kept a respectful silence while listening
to the gabble Of the Others. These papers
have interest otherwise than to hash up
dish of political gossip, for it is matter
of concern to all who shall represent us
in these high offices, besides; the selec-
ton of candidates for one party has a
very direct influence in fixing the locality
of those of the opposing party. The
usual reasoning seems to be that If the
candidate for governor comes from one
county the representative must from
another while the third rejoioes In the
possession of a U. s. Senator. If there
could be a perfect fitness of equality in
everything this would be proper, but as it
is, the rule should be honored more in the
breach than the observance. Fitness
should always have the precedence over
county rotation. In the run of gene.
ration, IL they 50 by fitness, the counties
will perhaps measure in that time theil
proper ratio of candidates while the Stat.
, will be better served and we are glad t.
I see that Erery EUsning advocates the bes
2 men for candidates regardless of locality
The Morning NelCs, presuming that tn
! county rule" will still rule the conven
! tion, thus proceeds to divisions off tn
i work; Governor. Sussex co., J. Turpi
] Moore of Laurel; Representative, Ne,
: Castle CO., Chas. B. Lore of Wilmington
3 Senator, Kent, Eli Salisbury of Dovel
g The haqairer, Georgetown, wants A. !
I Robinson for Congress, and would ais
!, y like to haye the GoveEnor while the Ledge
q Newark, tFcts out BILLY" Dean as an Ii
It dependent, honest apd upright man. TIL
r Ledger in arguing the choice Of its cal
y didate, says:
! "The managers are not particular brigl
n in general way but their perceptI,
,e powers are remarkably keen where Off,
Is concerned and they are slowly becor
ing conscious of the fact that the "nigg
scare crow" which they have regular
Of and faithfully erected at the polls for 81
or teen years past has pretty well lost
oe terrifying ihhuaae, Even the dulle
- voter is beginning to hnd qgt that th
sS thing is a composition OF charcoal, putt
he paste and rags; which he may with il
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

GOLDEN WEDDING.-Not all married
couples arise on the morn of their fiftieth
year, crowned with the silver wreathes of
u rice old age, surrounded with the rich
blessings of peace and plenty, children
and friends, and blessed with a strong
hope of sweet Immortality. The bride
groom four score and five, full of a rich
experience and knowledge of the world,
but weary with waiting and yearning for
perfect rest; the bride, seventy three, full
of life, good-cheer, kindliness of heart,
and still active as in the vigor of YOUTH
such were our friends, Mr. and Mrs. John
Baynard, when their golden wedding an
niversaTy was celebrated at their residence
on North street, last Thursday evening,
Nov. 18th. Five sons and three daughters
all well to do in the world, all present
except one son, detained by business /;
their wives, husbands and children, u
warm-hearted, joyous company of near
fifty, with few intimate friends of the
family, formed the circle for the even
ing. Three sons from Maryland brought
a special train, and with them came the
children and grandchildren from Balti-
more. Philadelphia and Wilm. ng ON sen
their representatives, and the home COM
munity two daughters and their families
The evening was enlivened with cheerful
conversation, neat speeches and songs,
J The presents were many and suitable, and
most OF them quite valuable. Among thl
, company were DR. Hardcastle, from Mary.
land, Supt. o. S. Sanford and Paymastei
| John w. Scott, of the Delaware & Chesa
) peake Railroad, The supper, furnished
/ | by the daughters, was superb, consisting
! OF turkeys, oysters, chicken salad anC
!. many other attractive eatables the center
: of the table being adorned with n demur,
looking roast pig, standing on his feet, il
commemoration of the roast pig of fift,
years ago, The table was elegantly or
!, ranged, and the repast was finished by tn,
! destruction Of many beautiful cakes, no
= the least of which was the brides cake O
. twelve pounds weight, and looking like
= mountain Of snow. The aged couple, sur
]. rounded by their noble sons and devote,
Z daughters, enjoyed the occasion highly
= and we must not forget to allude to th
Z. brides neat little speech Of love and bless
I ing when called upon by the assembly
!. A good seTenade from the Harmon
Il Cornet Band added to the pleasure at th
Z evening. AT the close the Rev. Mr.. Rig
Y read the I4th chapter of ST, John from III
! dear old bible which Joined the family Q
= the first wedding, land which has nc
y been an Idle membef) and offered YER
feeling and appropriate prayer, At hal
h past ten the company departed wit
=, many blessings and good wishes for til
1t old folks. Yes, Golden Weddings are rar
lives full of love and unbroken harmon
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23


punity kick and spit upon, and in every
way treat with inexpressible contempt"
The voice of the 0ela'Vareun urging
every member of the party to be sure
and get his name oa the assessment list
would indicate that Senator Salisbury has
a decided interest in the Senatorial elec-
tion at the next meeting of the Legisla-
ture. There will of course be consider
able log rolling" among the candidates
and the man who is the shrewdcst at
combination will get his pile the highest.
So far the Republicans are lying low, and
as the darkey said, "Chawin roots"
About the only audible voice is for ''harn-
ony," and this secured, the convention,
yet months off, will tell the rest.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23
Ghosts by Gaslight.

Most persons have great aversion To seeing ghosts
in the dark bat great curiosity ghost ID ii
r1Md only lie seen iH the light. opp ,rtunity
crafty this prevalent curiosity is offered hy the
Miller Br.ItheTs no will hold revival at the Town
Hall Friday evening November lith. These spirit.
ualistic managers have associated with him five
mediums said Ia be newly developed and of exlra"r-
dihary power by who aid he promises to cause
ghosts t. appear and send them around among the
audience shaking hands with all " no are not afraid
the air and piano rise in the air and give forth
music without any visible perfnrmer. The spirits
will bring fl W1rS in their haudS. will play guitar>
III tHrsv musical instruments to- fOai through III,
air will write in blood AMI varinus other wonder
tul things The Mers prulni cS all this and much
murr which he due> not ask t. believe his say
but wishes eVeryb"dy I" go and zee for themselye
All are invited.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

Secretary Sherman said in a recent
speech at Cincinnati that there was never
less for Republicans and Democrats to
quarrel over than now, He did not know
Of political issue in Ohio worthy of the
name. lie might speak of the tariff ques-
ton, but since the Democrats had come
over to the Republican platform there was
no more difficulty from that quarter. 1t
is probable that Mr. Sherman had not read
the interesting views of Mr.. Watterson on
the Democratic tariff attitude when he
made these statements. Voorhees, and
Randall were trying to get the Democracy
on to a protective platform when Waiter.
son caught them in the act and dismissed
tariff issue to be fought over, and it bids
fair to be lively enough.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

GRANTS MANNERs.-Considering that
General Grant was eight years our Chief
Executive, has visited the leading cOun-
tries and courts OF two continents where
the best etiquette prevailed, and been for
twenty years a->cr.a'yd with gentlemen,
the following articles under the above
head, from the Richmond State, comes
with surprise:
OF all the prominent men in this coun-
try's history Gen. Grant is doubtless the
most undignifed that ever held q place of
dignity. Ii seems that contact with gen.
tlemen can never smooth the rOughness of
his manners. He will live and die an OK
driver. We have still another instance of
unbecomingness in this man who has had
the highest honors the people can give. The
New York Tribune published Washing
ton correspondence concerning General
Grant, in which it was alleged, the ex-
President would recommend ex-senator
Chaffee for Cabinet, and coupled with
this statement was another to the effect
that Gezeral Grant and Dir. Chaffee were
Jointly engaged in speeulatioDs. Concern.
ing this report, General Grant was CUES
= toned by representative of New York
paper, and the account Of the ex-Presi
dents behavior is one that must be read
with regret by every American. Genera
Grant made vulgar attack upon th'
character of Secretary Blaine, and was al
rude in speech as when he sought in sC
envious and unmanly way TO ipjur'
Gen. Hancock last year. The expiana
tion of Gen. Grants behavior, both las
year aud now, is easily given. Gran
hated Hancock simply because he was
candidate for the presidency. Gran
hates Blaine because he thwarted his pur
pose OF greedily seizing the presidency 70
the third term, Indeed, Grant believe
that the presidency of the United State
belongs to him and him alone, and tha
whosoever, save himself, seeks this offic
Is rcbher
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

THE TIMES" is published every Wednesday after
roon nv RoBrRT u. HOrFECNER Editor and Pro
prietor, at Smyrna Delaware.
TFRMs-SUEsuKIPrIuN-- year 500 in advance" "i
$3.50 if not paid till the end Oi the ycas No p"pe'
discontinued until all arrears pnid-Ony al TN
optiun of the Publisher.
ADVERTISEMENTS will be inserted al tht ratt "
seven Gents me IOr the first Insertion Nubsequel"
insertions Three and a-llsfcens AliberIdiScoui'
made to quarterly, seIni-snnual and yearly adNef"
AeTs.
OBITUARY NOTICES will be charged Five Gents pe'
line.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

Secretary Kirkwood is probably well
within the mark in saying that the tenth
census is distinguished from any that
proceeded it by better and far more trust
worthy work" The progress of ten years
in the science of statistics is such that
every new census is almost necessarily
better than the last; but the census of
1880 is of especial value for the variety OF
subjects it has covered, as well as for the
thoroughness of the work, for both OF
which things it is much indebted to Gen.
Walker. 1t may be satifactOry to the
orators who live on round figures to know
that the $4,000, 900 Of population they have
been talking about are literally justified
by the facts. The official revised figures
are so. .155, ,7S3,
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23
delight.

THE year 1881 will stand conspicuous
for its comets as we'll as its great drought
the astronomers announcing last week the
seventh, with possible time to find half a
dozen more in the remaining five weeks
If tho wear.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

The TRIAL OF GUITEAU.-The trial of
Guitcau has been under way for the week
past and is attended by vast crowds, and
the prOeeG dings read with interest through
out the land. The prisoner has given
them much trouble by Interrupt ing he
counsel and trying to make speeches for
hims, IT, Blaine, DR.. Bliss and many Of
he most important witnt ss, have been
examined. There does not seem to he the
same VCngciul e, ling toward the assassin
as was {, !; at tht time of the sh citing, and
during The long suffering and after the
pitiful death Of the President. Thc eX-
element has had time to subsi'lc, and mt IL
who, two months ago, would have hanged
GuitCau, sane or insane, are now ready to
see his counsel prove him insane, if they
can. As to whether there has been any
change in the popular opinion of his m' IL
tai responsibility, that is quite another
question. Perhaps it could he fairly sum
III, Il up by saying that Cult au recalls tn.
famous dt iinliun of oyster plant as "a
plant that is always going to taste like all
oyster, and never does" Guiteau has
many times seemed just on the point of
proving himself insane, and just at that
point he has shown some gleam of de-
| iberate cunning and devilishnCss, with a
condition apparently of intellectual clear
ness and even sagacity, that cOnfuses all
the ordinary conclusions, and throws the
! observer back upon the first theory that
| this is man-beast, strangely depraVed
and dchased, but still man and a respons-
bic being The vanity of the fellow bids
| fair to make him as famous in history as he
could wish. Some extraordinary mani
festations of it were given Sunday.
In the Guiteau trial at Washington on
Monday Mr.. Leigh Robinson, who was
assigned by the court to assist in the de-
.ense, asked TO be discharged from further
connection with the case, and his request
was granted. The government closed it,
testimony. Mr.. Scoville began the open
ing statement for the defense.
Mr.. Scovile stated that he expected
g neral Benjamin F. Butler would take
part in the defense of Guiteau before the
trial is over. Senator Logan, of Illinois
hIs been subpcnaed by the defense t.
prove the insanity Of Guiteau, as he il
understood to have expressed his belief t.
that effect
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23
DEATHS.

LEE.-In Kenton. November 18Th, John Lee. in his
76th year.
BRADLEY.-In Philadelphia. November l2ih. 1881
Ateheson 5. Bradley, grandson OF the late Robert
Preston, of this town. in his 2lst year.
CATTS.-At Little Creek Canding. November lith
Annie NJ wife Of Thos J. Cats. ESQ. aged 63 years
BRowN.-Near Five Points. November. l5tA MIS-
Rachel f. Brown. aged about 80 yeRrs
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

HAVE the Sentinel and Morning Ne'rS
both axes TO grind at the " Stalwart' Grind
stone? The first has an article slashlhs
at Blaine and the latter goes after secre-
taries MacVeigh and Hunt with savage
,lnlimhf
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

About half hundred people met in
Boston day or two ago and organized a
society with the comprehensive title of
''The Central Mutual BoaEdihg-house
Keepers Protective Association of New
England" Its object is said TO be to pro-
tect its members from "dead-beat" board
ers and against exorbitant prices for pro-
visions.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

OK Thirty DAYS TRIAL.-We viii send
DR.. Dyes Celebrated Electro Voltac Belts
and other Electric Appliances on trial for
whn are afflicted with Nervous Debility, Lost
Vitality. etc, guaranteeing speedy relief and
complete restoration uf vigor and manhood,
Alsn for HhepmAtlsm. Neuralgia. Paralysis,
Liver aud Kidney difficulties. Ruptures and
many ether diseases, Illustrated pamphlet
Mich.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23
MARRIAGES.

HERs-PENNEwILL.-In the NJ L Church.
Dover. November 10Th, oy Rev J : Willis assisted
Lizzie. eldest daughter OF John G. Penpewili Esq.
all oi Dover.
C0oK-GoDwlS.--In In Feltnn. November l2lh. By Rev.
John Irwin. Chas, NJ, Cook and Miss Emma Goodwin,
both of Kent county.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23
e.. -. COOPER.
(COOPER'S BUILDING)
Cor. Main and Commerce Sts., Smyrna.
Sonae Items not all New.

The following is only general classification of the Stock
few Specalties at the end OF the List The goods are
offered at close prices quality considered.
Blankets Carpets Flanncls Cassmeres Cloths Kersevs
Ladies' Coats Shawls, Nubias Gossamers Gloves Dress
Cloths
Gents Scarfs Ties Bows. Collars Cuffs Shirts Gloves
Ladies' Gents and Childrens Underwear, Hosiery Hand.
kerchefs.
Carpets Rugs Mats Oil Cloths, Carpet Chain Carpet
Thread Binding
Umbrellas Canes SatcheIs Cabas Bags School Bags yais
Casmelps Alpacas CwpeS Monte Cloths PcrCalcS Prints
MusIins Silks Silesias, Cambrics DriingS
Bibles, HymnaS Poems, Gift Books, Speakers, Music
Books Blank Books
Albums Scrap Books Picture Books, Blocks Games Tovs
Holiday Cards.
Gold Silver, Tissue Music, Glazed Perforated Impression
Drawing and Manila Papers.
Writing Paper Envelopes, Inks States, Pens Pencil.
BlOtters, Rubbers, Racks, lnksandS Rulers.
Note, Bill, Pass Mem, Comp. Copy, Receipt Drawing
Butcher and Cash Books.
Pocket Knives Combs Brushes Pocket Books Purses
Cigar Cases, RaZorS Straps Pipes, Scissors.
Shoe Knives Avis Pegs LacerS Tapes Thread Cork SOe
Backing Polish, Color
Hair Clothes, Hat, Tooth Nail Iather, Paint Window
Scrub Stove, Feather, Dust and Sweeping Brushes
Ropes, Twines Threads Cords, Lines, BrOomS Whisks
Pals Tubs Measures Keelers Churns. Baskets Bowls
Boards, Rollers Cans, Ladies, Butter Prints,
GLASS; China, Stone Tin Earthen yellow and QueenSwa
Flower Pots, Vases, Pipe Guards.
Lamps Shades Chimneys Wicks Globes Holders Brackets
FountS RefectOrs Lanterns Burners
Powder Shot, FaSkS Pouches Game Bags Caps Cartridges
| Wads.
COfees Sugars Syrups Teas Spices Oils Starches Soaps
Candles Cheese Baking Powders Lyes Meats Fish VinegR
Crackers Cakes, Fruits Pickles. Sauces. Catsups Jels
Extracts Canned Meats Mince Meat
Carpets by Sample from the Largest Stock in New
York City. and at New York Prices. Orders filled
in three days Carpets made if desired.
The well know" 9"r ..'. hit. the best shirt '"d''
Sewing Silks and Twists. the best makes. all Shades
LADIES' AND GENTS KID GLOVES SPECIAL PAINS TAREN As 70 QUALITY
He0tY CunIOn0na W0OIE ET0WneLS. FMllLne Uvde,1ear
THE WORLD REiOWNED ERkIN HOUSE kOy-EYHNITE LlNk
Devoes Brilliant OIL the Best and Safest Burning Oil made
He No Tea, a pure, natural, fine favored Tea. TUI
Pure, Strong. Pulverized Sage, in Bulk.
Call, and examine, and buy u 3
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

BATTLE CREEK, MICH, Jan. 81, 1879
Gentlemen-Having been afflicted for a
number of years with indigestion and
general debility, by the advice of my
doctor | used Hop Bitters, and must say
they afforded me almost instant relief.
am glad to be able TO testify in their
behalf. THos. G. KNoY.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

are not frequent, and when their years are
ended here, may they be united in the
golden beyond, in the family union which
knows no ending, at the right hand of the
Eternal throne. r.
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

The subject of taxation in is aspect Of
internal revenue frequently comes up for
discussion, The significance grows out of
'ne TACT that 800, 900 600 was raised Last
ss2r u excess of the demands of the
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23
=. B. COOPER.

CHERIFFS SALE ..w
- By virtue Of = writ OF venditiont h1Po.As 81
me directed. will he exposed 20 Public SAie - Ia
Hotel of jefferson & Collins i'm the twn o. IA.
Duck Creek hundred, Kent county and slsls e., ~ fs
wRre on THURSDAY the lst day OF pe,tnoSs = vi.:
at * o'clock. P. NJ. the following Real EstSs and
All that certain lot piece or psrcei "i issnndr,d
premises. lying and being in Duck CrseA Anss lesd.
ing rom Dover Ia Wiimineton. adjoining lsnas ~
Jacob Da Wis aud other lands containing ntHeS ~ he
Pcrches aad Marty TAr,s ffaSdTefh Of Feeh are
two-sSnry frame dweliinx. house and two 80
brick stnTe.hOass. grAnary. stables ana 90
house. .,tV Of
SeiRed and taken in execution a. the pluiSt
HENRY r. RAlGUEI. and will be sold for essa eSais
sF THOMAS I. LACki' sAs"'
SseTIes o6ice DoyeT. Del.l ..tfEtt
Noe. 10. 1881
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

Mrs. L. G. Brand, a lady 0s years of age,
died in ST. Joseph, Mo-, on November IA,
from pyemia, caused by the bite of rat
upon her foot while she was sleeping, last
Iuly stE aIs4 fsh
Smyrna times., 1881-11-23

The Independent Republicans of Penn
sylyania are determined to relax no effort
in their warefarc against the machine.
Wolfe's success in polling $4,000 votes has
given them fresh courage. They held Il
conference in Philadelphia last Wednes-
day, and appointed committee of seven,
who were empowered to select committee
of 251, which is to consist of one member
from each Senatorial and Representative
district of the State. Independent Repub-
lican clubs are to be formed, and the people
are to be invited to take active part in the
election of delegates to the State Conven-
tion. The object is to secure control of
the State convention which meets next
year to nominate candidates for Governor
and Lieutenant Governor. The leaders
make no concealmcnt of their purpose.
They say they are working for Reform
! within the party, and that they will not
bolt if the machine secures control of the
cnyention. They are working in the in.
terest of no particular candidate, but for a
convention which shall represent the free
will of the party.