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The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
A Fortunate Barber.

For some time past there has been
great speculation in Michigan pine lands
and all lands for sale are quickly bought
up by spectators. Some persons who
bought at government prices few years
ago have sold and made fortunes. The
following is case which happened a
week ago, the land being located in
Lake county. Some ten years ago a
barber who lives near Williamsport, Pa,
bought half section of land in Lake
county, paying four dollars per acre,
and held it as speculation. 1t has now
become valuable, and parties in Adrian
had recently opened negotiations for
the purchase of the land. While they
were corresponding with him, parties
from Manistee went to Pennsylvania,
and hunting up the barber found him at
work in little shop, busy shaving a
man. The Manistee party inquired if
he was the gentleman who owned a GER
tain tract of land in Lake county, Mich
igan. An affirmative response brought
out the question:
How much will you take for it ?"
Twenty thousand dollars.'
"I'll take it," responded the lumber
man. Now most BARRIERS would have
thrown their razors away, but this fell
low took the matter very coolly, and
said: Wait until L finish shaving
this man and we will make out the
papers" He finished his job of shaving
then made out the papers, and the ton
sorial artist pocketed his $4,000.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
A Bad Railroad Accident.

WELLAND PoRT, Can, Jan. 19-The
halfpast two express train this after
noon on the Canada Southern Railway,
with seven coaches and quite number
of passengers aboard, ran off the track
a little east of this place. All of the
train but the engine was overturned and
badly wrecked. Some were thrown be-
yond the railway ditch into the fields
Several passengers were badly hurt, one
of them having his ankle broken, and
a lady had her head bruised and suffered
some internal injuries. A car had to be
broken open to get one lady out. AS far
as can be ascertained no one is danger
ously injured. 1t is supposed broken
or cracked rail caused the accident.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
She was too Anxious.

Miss Coats had suspicion that Will
lam Pullen did not mean to keep his en-
gagement to marry her. She kept the
toll gate at Norristown, Ind, and he,
though 70 years old, fell in love with
her while dropping the small coins into
her hand. Just before the time for the
wedding she sent him the following
written document: "You are hereby
notified that you will be held to your
promise to the letter, and that if you re-
main away, or in any manner fail to
keep said promise, you will so violate
your agreement at your peril, and will
be made to answer the penalty therefor
to the full extent of the law" That
made the old man angry, and he refused
to marry her, though he had fully in
tended to.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

crashed into telegraph pole, shivering
the vehicle to spllnters and injurlng
every one of the lads. Frank Harris
had his nose, teeth and jaw broken (;
James Acker sustained broken arm
and was injured severely in the groin;
Alfred DE Hope, who sat in front and
was steering with an upright crank,
sustained compound fracture of his
right thigh and had his leg broken be-
low the knee, also probably fatal
woundin the groin; Jerry De Hope, a
brother of the last named, had his
nose broken and was badly injured in
the groin James Smith was picked up
unconscious, but is the least injured of
any,
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
Strong Argument Against License.

Potter county, Pa, is without rail-
roads, populous towns manufactures, or
extended industries and enterprises
No license to sell liquor has been grant
ed since 1852, fourteen out of twenty
six townships levied no poor tax what
ever for the year 1879. The Jail is empty
the greater portion of the time. The
cost of boarding prisoners for 1879 was
$50.37, and the commonwealth court
costs for the same year was $44S. 81
In 1851 with less than half the popula-
ton, they paid $6Ol,4S in Common
wealth costs. The county had three
jury courts last year, all adjourned be-
fore the close of the first week. The
grand jury for the past year cost the
county $500. At the same price per day
the grand jury of 1851 cost 1894 .02 show
ing with m lore than double the popula-
ton, the criminal expenses are less.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

"a The North American Review for Feb
ruary is the literary phenomenon of the
month. First we have an earnest and patriot
ic article by General Grant, advocating the
Nicaragua Canal project. The genial Auto
crat of the Breakfast Table, Oliver Wendell
Holmes, follows with an essay entitled "The
Pulpit and the Pew" written in the best spirit
of Christian philosopher,in which he endeav-
ors to show the need that he believes to exist
for q revision of the prevalent theological
creeds. Under the quaint title of "Aaron's
Rod in Politics." Judge A. W. Tourgee empha-
sizes the obligation, imposed upon the Republi-
can party by the Chicago platform, of making
provision for educating illiterate voters
James Freeman Clark makes valuable con-
trlbutlon to the discussion of the authorship of
Shakespeare's plays. The grave evils that
may result from the partisan character of the
United States Supreme Court are pointed out
by Senator John T. Morgan. The sixth of
Mr.. Charnay's papers on the "Ruins of Cen
trail America" is devoted to a description of
the Pyramids of Comalcalco, which must
rank among the most stupendous monuments
ever erected by man. Finally, Walt Whitman
writes of The Poetry of the Future" The
Review is sold by booksellers generally.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

IN THE VOTE for United States Sen
ator, on Tuesday last we notice that Mr..
Smiley the Senator from this district
supported Mr.. Grow. There being no
doubt but what in so doing he was ex-
pressing the views of at least three
fourths of his constituents, he would
not have performed his duty to have
done otherwise. In fact if we can judge
by the expression of opinion in this vi
cinity, the desire for the defeat of Mr..
Oliver is almost unanimous. On the
first balloting the vote in the Senate was
Oliver, 20; Grow y; Agnew, l; Wallace,
16. In the House it was Oliver, rs; Grow,
IA; Wallace n scattering 8.
On Wednesday at the joint session
each candidate held his vote, and up to
Monday each ballot shows about the
same result.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
Poor Fellow.

William H. Vanderbilt receives four
times per annum a check for $476,000
interest on the United States bonds he
holds (enough to keep man from
WANT, and yet it is but tithe of his
enormous wealth. 1t certain that he is
the richest man now living, and it is
probable that he is worth more than
any two men who ever lived, the most
of it made within the past twenty-five
years. He is believed to own more than
$lOO,OO0,O00 of railroad securities, be-
sides his Government bonds paying him
$l,9O4,OO0 per annum, and yet in point
of comfort we think he is very poor
man.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
A New Paying Occupation for Ladies' and
Gentlemen.

The Handsome Nickle Plated New Home
Lamp being introduced to the public this Season
is the most mertorious article ever offered
Agents to make money WITH is safer, and more
convenient than the Student Lamp, which has
heretofore had the reputation of being the safest
lamp made, it has clamp to firmly attache
it to the Sewing Machine, Piano, Organ, Desk
etc. The fear OF the ordinary lamp being acci
dently upset or thrown from the table, is entirely
relieved by this simple clamp contrivance. 1t
can be adjusted to throw the light Just where 1t
is wanted to suit the eyes, and can be converted
into handsome wall lamp. 1t has the best
argand burner. a filling indicator, and convent
ent match box, and its price is within the reach
Of every one. 1t has been fully tested, and
editorlaly endorsed by the western Christian
Advocate" ""Am. Christian Review" Herald
and PTesbyter," journal and Messenger" and
"Christan Standard" the leading Religious
papers of Cincinnati, and Is endorsed by the
Mayor and Post Master Of Cincinnati, the Agent
OF the American Express Company and Presl-
dents OF Insurance Companies, as belngthe safest
most convenient and best lamp made.
There are three reasons why Agents should
seek such an article to canvass for-hrst for its
absolute safety and great convenience 1t is need
ed in every home-second its low price makes its
sale immense,-thlrd 1t will be a credit to handle
such an article. One southren Agent writes. 1t
sells faster than Gen. Lees Portrait sold right
after the war, another writes it beats the palmy
days OF the Sewing Machine, its rapid sale, low
price, and liberal terms surprise old Agents.
Address Home Lamp Co., Cincinnati, Ohio. mem
tioning our paper and they will give you full
particulars and exclusive territory to canvass in.
40 l3t
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

THE STORM of Thursday night caused
great destruction to the telegraph lines
in various parts of the country. Com
munication between Philadelphia and
Harrisburg and between Philadelphia
and New York was destroyed nearly all
day on Friday. In some instances not
only the wires were broken but the
weight of the ice broke down the poles.
Considerable damage was also done to
the shipping along the coast. At
Newark, N. j., a liberty pole 10 feet
high was broken down by the weight of
ice that accumulated on it, but fortu-
tunately it fell without injury to any
person.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
Assaulted and Robbed.

SUNBURY, January 1s.-Yesterday
afternoon as Mrs. Fisher was on her
way from Shamokin to her home at Big
Mountain she was assaulted by John
HaughAey, who knocked her down
with club and attempted to rob her.
A man happened to see the act ran to
the woman's, assistance, frightening
Haughney who made his escape. The
woman, who was fatally injured, was
carried to her home. Haughney 10 a
young man and has served one term in
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

ST. ELMO HOTEL - Nos. SI7 and SI9
Arch Street, PHILADELPHIA, Rates re-
duced to Two DOLLARS PER DAY.
The travelling public still find at this
Hotel the same liberal provision fol their
comfort. 1t is located in the immediate
centres of business and places of amuse-
ment and the different Rail Road depots,
as well as all parts of the city, are easily
accessible by Street Cars constantly pass
ing the doors. 1t offers special induce
ments to those visiting the city for
business or pleasure.
Your patronage is respectfully solicited.
Jos. NJ. FEGER, Proprietor.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
OUR WASHINGTON LETTER.
wAsnmeroN, D. O.. Januarr 10. l,

WASHINGTON, D. c., January 10, 1881.
There is at present an interesting controversy
going on between Mr.. Belford, of Colorado,
and Speaker Randall. The former claims that
the latter persistently refuses to recognize him,
and attempts to exercise censorship over
what measures shall and what shall not come
before the House. Mr.. Belford has bill to
erect public building at Denver, Col, time
and again he claims to have asked the Speak
er's attention for the purpose of bringing II
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

THR Selinsgrove Times says: There
are three things the Legislature ought
to abolish so fara law can do 1.-THE
English sparrows, the Tramps, and the
County Superintendency. The first
two are dangerous nuisances and the
last is useless and expensive nuisance.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
More Fatalities from COastlng.

PATERSON, January 1S.-Five boys
from Is to IS years of age met with a
serious, and perhaps fatal, accident
last night while coasting on Hal
endon Hill in the northern suburb of
this city. All were on long "bob"
and near the bottom of the hill, while
moving at rapid speed the "bob"
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

LAST TUESDAY the following United
States Senators were chosen: Indiana
elected Harrison; Ohio, Sherman Mas
sachusetts, Dawes; Connecticut, Haw-
ley; New York, Platt; Maine, Hale {;
Michigan, Baldwin for the short term
and Conger for the long term; Delaware
Bayard and Missouri Cockerell.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
NOTICE TO SUBSCRIBERS.

The Circulation of THE TIMES now
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Our mailing list is always open for the
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The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
Given ID BY n,Oiars.

I" Is 1t possible that Mr.. Godfrey is up
remedy Y'
/ assure you IL is true that he is en-
tirely cured with nothing but Hop Bit
ters and only ten days ago his doctors
gave him up and said he must die ~
Well-a-day That is remarkable 7
/ will go this day and get some for my
poor George--I know hops are good.''
Salem Post. 3 Ut
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

For pure and unadulterated Coffee
buy the Cup and Saucer, or Dom Pedro
brands Roasted Coffee, put up by Janney
q Andrews, Wholesale Grocers, Phila-
delphia. 1t is the best Roasted Coffee
now in the market. 8 3m
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

For Rent.-The Wagon Makers and
Blacksmith shops at Greenpark are for
rent. This is one of the best stands in
the county, and Is rented on account of
the i'll health of the proprietor. Inquire
by mail or in person of
NATHAN HENDERSON,
dreennark Pa
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

Sunbury jail for larceny. Saturday was
pay day at almost all the collleries and
no doubt he thought she had considera-
BILE money about her person.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

Fer Sale-A new house at Newport,
close to the new bridge. Apply at once
M. b. EsHLEMAN,
40 3m Newport, Pa.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25
NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS.

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The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

Il Money Loaned for clients on real estate
security, in sums to suit, at six per cent.
interest. Those wishing to borrow, and
those wishing to put out money, on
good security will please call on, Tor
address, JOHN g. WALLIS, Attorney-at-
Law, New Bloomfield, Pa. ftf
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

Fancy Brown Spreads. = Very Hand
some, at sligo cents each.
f. MORTIMER,
New Bloomfield, Pa.
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

Still Alive II am still alive and ready
to cut and fit suits in good style. If
wanting any work in my line, give me
a call. Satisfaction Guaranteed.
SAMUEL BENTzEL,
TAILOR,
The New Bloomfield, Pa. times. (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1877-188?, 1881-01-25

April 8, 'sO.tf] New Bloomfield, Pa
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22
Encouragement should be Given.

In his message Governor Mathews sug-
gests that every reasonable encouragement
should be given for the building OF rail-
roads and other works of internal improve
ment. The Development of cur resources
and the general welfare depend largely up
on the construction of such works. They
will not only increase the wealth of the
State, but will perform valuable service
by bringing the people into closer and more
frequent intercourse and thus render the
population more homogeneous and harmoni-
Gus. But" says Gov. Mathews, "a policy
of internal improvements should be inaug-
urated with caution and foresight. Whilst
the State is dependent in no small degree
for the development of her resources upon
railroad corporations, they are dependent
upon the State for their existence and sue
cessiul operation. This relation establish
es mutual duties, which should always be
discharged in a spirit of justice and fair
ness. Corporations should be confined to
the exercise of their legiiimatepower they
should contribute their fair proportion to
the revenue of the State, and abstain from
depressing any class OF their patrons by I'M
Just oxactions and the State should afford
the same iull protectionto all Of their rights
which she extends TO the rights Of indiyid-
uals."
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22

Last weeks Puck has an admirable cartoon
representing Garficlds Tally Ho. At the coach
door, memoranda in hand. stands the Presi-
dent-elect. Sitting already on the box, COM
fortably mufiied is Foster. Blaine is entering
the vehicle below. These two have their cabi-
net portfolios in hand while their names are
seen on Garfcd's list Whitelaw Reid towers
proud and happy, as guard in the rear and be-
hind him the Times and Commercial AdrediSer
men sre seen weeping because Of the Tribi0le's
success Around about throng other whilom
supporters of the republican nominee, waiting
10 hear their names called Schurz and Logan
are easily recognized, and Conkling-with head
erect and confident air-whoSe right hand rests
soothingly on the bonneted head of an old wo-
man seated among her baggage, which bear the
labels Third Term" u. s. G. Emperor"
"Philadelphia's 100000" etc. It needs but
one good glance TO recognize His Mendicancy.
In similar postures, near by, appear Ingersoll
and Beccher, the alleged infde regarding, anu
sedly. the pseudo divine whose bands clasp a
book labelled God and Garfield" and whose
eyrs are faitlT devcuring tho Executiveelcct,
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22
nMatie New A gain. =

st. GATHERINGS, Ont.
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last three months and find mysclt-(wha
shall | say" made new again" are the
only words that express it, | was reduced
to a skeleton, could not walk across the toor
without fainting, could keep nothing in the
shape of food on my stomach. Myself and
friends had given up all hope, my Immediate
death seemed certain. ! can never be too
thankful to those who recommended your
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everybody and am able to do my own work.
| desire to make this statcmentin order that
those suffering may not despair until they
have given your remedies a trial.
Yours rcsp'y, Mrs WM. ID. RYCKMAN.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22
rhe caucas Of Irest rirginia SOIons.

Nt = tANN A%sf ~ NNot ~ y'fN''N
A caucus Of the Democratic members Of the
West Virginia legislature 10 nominate United
States senator was organized ON Monday night
last by calling Hon. Andrew Edmiston to the
Chair and appointing J. B. Peyton and d. d.
johnson Secretaries Except three all the de-
mocrats of the two houses participated. Hon.
d. n Leonard put Hon J. y. Camden innom-
ina,ion and handsomely referred to his party
ealtv and 20 his services 10 the State in the de-
velopmcnt or her resources 10y his personal en-
cr.-v and enterprise lie was ably seconded by
Hons James Morrow and Ferguson. Hon.
John Brannon was placed in nomination by
Mr. Farn~worth, who pertinently alluded to
his private worth and his public services, his
polished education, fine abilities, DC. Mr..
Woods nominated Gov. Mathews, remarking
that nothing he could say would add To his
strength. as Gov Mathews was we'll known TO
all lie thought as the State has ono Senator
of great business ability, his colleague should
boa man of forensic force; an able and polished
dsbatcr: one who could stand up head and
shoulders with the leaders of the Senate. Mr..
Irons presented the name of Hon. Frank Her
eford As am able gentleman and politician he
is well known all overthe country. Thcspeak-
or gave a brief history of bis record in both
branches of Congress and concluded with an
earnest appeal for his GNorite. This nominal
ton was seconded 10y Mr.. Lowry.
One ballot was taken and resulted as follows
Camden so. Hereford II, Mathews $ Brannon
Z. W. X Pendleton >. At o'clock \. NJ. the
caucus adjourned 10 meet again Tuesday night.
The caucus ON Tuesday night, says special
% the Baltimore sun, adjourned without bal
louuc formally. An attempt TO take ballot
was drowned I'm disorder, and Camden received
only "a votes Much confusion and hllibuster-
ins prcyailed. Several of themcmbers opposed
Co Camden left the caucus and refused to abide
by its decision From indications the election
will be thrown into the legislature, in which
event the republicans willtake Il hand in this
move Camden, it is thought, will surely be
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22

Gen. Grant had 4 great reception at Al
bany, New York on Monday afternoon.
20, 900 people, it is estimated, were in the
streets. Gov Cornell made All address and
alluded to Grant - - one who, more than
Washington was first in war, first in peace
and frs. in the hearts of his countrymcn.
All OF which the distinguished guest swal-
lowed-he's alawys swallowing something,
whether it come from Cornell or other.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22
West TtrpinIa Lc0isIature.


The Legislature Of West Virginia was
organized on thel2th instant by the election
of the following officers;
Senatc-President Hon. A. f. Summers,
Of Kanawha; Clerk: Col d. d. johnson,
of Tyler; Alfred Rheinstrom and II. c.
Entler. Assistant Clerks Jno. d. Anderson,
Sergeant-at-Arms; David O'Kelly, Door
keeper
House Speaker: Hon. E. Willis Wilson,
of Kanawha; Clerk; J. b. Peyton; Ser
geant-at-Arms: Harrison Cain; DOorkeeper:
j. p. Ncalis. Committee Clerks and Pages
were subsequently, elected.
Gov Mathews message was delivered on
Thursday. 1t presents a gratifying view Of
the States condition financially and other
wise. and evidences by these an economical
and wise administration of the Common
wealth's affairs under democratic rule. The
State is without debt and has a balance in
the treasury of S253,79S92 All the State
institutions seem to be under judicious ana
economic control, and all the enterprises of
the State exhibit development and progress.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22
Latest.

ON the third ballot in the democratic caucus,
Wednesday night. Johnson y. Camden receiv-
ed b votes; necessary for choice, So Before
the ballot was announced one of the members
asked To change his vote, and voted for Cam
den making a total of %, the number requir-
ed. when a motion was made 10 make J. y.
Camdeu's nomination unanimous and carried
amidst the greatest enthusiasm. The balloting
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1881-01-22

The labo7s Of the Commissioners Of Fishes
in West Virgins during the past two years
have been attended with satisfactory results
many Of the streams and ponds having been a.
buudanly stocked with bass, salmon, carp
trout and o,her esteemed varieties of fsh.