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The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1882-08-09

Congressman Harris, of the Fourth dis
trict, recently threw open an appointment
to West Point to competition. John j.
G illson, of Sussex County, stood first, and
son of Capt. Bailey second. The former
did not accept, and the latter was select
ed. 1t Is now rumored that the latter
agreed to pay the former 81. 900, and Gen.
Howard after an investigation, dismissed
Bailey. The Warren Democrat says this
is only following out the practice which
secured Harris nomination to Congress,
and says
The acquiring of the Office held by
him was accompanied by the freest and
boldest use of money, and the State never
afforded an instance of baser prostitution
Of the voice and wishes of the people to
promiscnous purchase than was exhibited
at the Congressional primaries in this
county two years ago. We were not un-
used to pecuniary debauchery at the pri-
maries, but nothing before ever approach
ed this. These young men doubtless well
knew the example that was then set them,
and it Is not strange that they sought to
pattern after it. After the outrageous
and unparalleled debauchery of two years
ago, the people win not be surprised to
learn Of pecuniary corruption in con-
nection with any Office or position with
which the actors in that debauchery are
associated"
Concerning the allegation that the son
of Capt. Bailey purchased the retirement
of ellison and was himself dismissed In
consequence, the Sussex Register says
there is every reason to believe it untrue,
and that it was instigated by malicious
individual who has been caught in trap
before. In point of fact Capt. Bailey's
son had not received the appointment,
and therefore was not in position to bar
gain for IT, Besides he holds letter
from Gen. Howard, recommending him to
the Secretary of War for appointment as
one of the cadets at large, which does not
look like such dismissal as the report
indicates. -Morris Jerseyman.
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A noted philadelnhia interment we,

A noted Philadelphia interment week
before last was that of a prison agent,
William J. Mullen, who had enjoyed by
anticipation greater degree af postum
nous fame than may be actually accorded
him. Visitors to the Centennial Exhibit
tion may remember as among the most
remarkable Developments of local sculp-
ture, a wonderful composition represent
ing an angel, prison, and several figures
and allegorical devices, intended to in
form the spectator that the celebrated
philanthropist Mullen was worthy of
world wide admiration. This piece of
art, on which he had expended large
sum, was subsequently transferred to his
burial lot, Laurel Hill, and there he pass
ed happily many fine day, contenpla-
ing its beauties and explaining them to
the curious passers-by. This, however,
was only one way in which he sought to
let his light shine. At his funeral SER
vices his house was found to be full of
photographs, drawings, paintings, and
busts of himself, framed addresses and
resolutions of thanks to him, newspaper
puffs, and so on. A plaster cast of his
tomb adorned his parlcr, and vast paint
ing of it ornamented one wall of his home,
while Apollo and Aurora, in drawing,
were Revealing the Portrait of William
j. Mullen to Fame. " Few men have
more industriously pursued through years
the fancy of becoming famous to all time.
and no doubt he thoroughly enjoyed his
employment.
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For THE RECORD,
LAMBERTylLLE. Aug. 8. 1882.

LAMBERTVlLLE, Aug. o. 1867.
Mr.. EDITOR :-On Saturday last the
Board of Freeholders met at this place to
look at the site for new bridge on the
North Union street extension. The
Board also examined the work over Swan
Creek on South Union street. After a
dinner at the Bellemont House that would
rival Delmonico, the Board convened on
the upper portico, and decided unani-
mously, without debate, that the afore-
said work be endorsed. No action was
taken as to the new bridge on North
Union street. 1t was understood, how
ever, that the matter would come before
the meeting at Pennington on Wednesday
next. No complaint was made worth no.
ticing in regard to the work on South
Union street, and the vindication that
Messrs. Bray and Foran received was
something to be proud of and we con-
gratnlate them on the result. We knew
it would come and now that it has come,
most earnestly hope that hereafter people
will attend TO their osea business or die.
There is not sufficient " inspiration y in
the business to make il remunerative.
We understand that the whole Board,
with one or two ancient exceptions, were
surprised and indignant that such an ex-
cellent piece of work should be even
questioned. suppose the grumbling
process will still go on, and we will doubt
less be RECALLED from time to time with
more articles in reference to that g terrible
bridge.
AS it it is something of an accomplish
ment to be good newspaper writer.
would suggest, IL I may be allowed, that
there is better field for development in
the columns of the Neao York Ledger and
Police Gazette. If it should prove 100
great strain on cramped intellect, then
try and invent a patent bull dog separator
or, what would DO more profitable, pro-
cess for making pure ice water by filtering
coal gas drippings through sewer drain
age. There is fortune in it for an en-
terprising man, and if it is necessary to
call for more help the bag of wind from
West Amwell and the long-legged jackal
from the Third Ward could both be
relied on to put things through properly.
We understand that petition is now
being circulated for our gentlemanly
Freeholders to build foot log across the
creek, just at the point where "twenty
families " get their water. 1t should be
made sufficiently wide for wheelbarrows
to pass with cabbage, so that there may
be no danger to life or limb or broken
shaaks The Thermometer is now dancing
up in the nineties and something must be
done, and that quickly. IVY.
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The tendency now seems to be toward
mcadamized streets in this city. One
would suppose that the streets already
macadamized would disgust all sensible
people with such country turnpike roads.
The only decent, durable paving for our
city is Belgian block, and the cheapest
in the long run. But if our authorities
think differently, let them waste few
hundred dollars on other plans, and in a
few years, experience viii compel their
successors to do what they ought to have
done.
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Election of Count, superintendent.

Election of County Superintendent
The State Board of Education met at
the State House, in Trenton, on Wednes-
day last, at 10 o'clock, NJ, for the pur-
pose of appointing School Superintend-
ept for this county, the former appoint
ment having been rejected.
The names of George Fleming, w. D..
l.. Robbins, Prof. Pierce, Edwin Heath,
Oliver Hoffman, Prof. J. d. Gray, and
others were before the Board. Oliver
Hoffman, Esq, of Clinton, received the
appointment. 4
The Board of Freeholders meet to-day,
"Wednesday as the Court House in
Pennington. The principal business win
be to act upon the recent appointment of
County superintendent.
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The report that Vice President A. ].
Cassatt, Of the Pennsylvania Railroad
Company, has been asked to become
candidate for President of the Pbiladel-
phia and Reading Railroad Company, is
denied at the Office of the Pennsylvania
Railroad Company.
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The Bound Brook Chronicle says that
it is understood that the American Copper
Mining Company, operating back of Som
erviile, are about to put up furnaces to
smelt their ore on their own property at
the mine 1t is also understood that cap
ital is quietly seeking a controlling inter-
est in other New Jersey copper mines.
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1882-08-09

BAKERS PAIN PANAcEA cures pain in
Man and Beast. For use externally and
internally.
DIR. RoeEKs' VEGETABLE WORM
SYRUP instantly destroys worms and re-
moves the Secretions which cause them.
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1882-08-09

-Mahlon Williamson, who died recent
ly at Rosemont, aged 70 years, had been
sexton of the church there for over 90
years, and during that time dug 1913
graves.
The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1882-08-09

PITTsFoRD, Mass, Sept. go, 1875.
SrRs-I have taken Hop Bitters and re-
commend them to others, as found them
very beneficial.
Mrs. ]. W. FULLER, Secretary,
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
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Service of Song.

SerNfce OF song.
Prof. j. L. Field, of Doylestown, Pa,
will conduct service of song in the
Sunday School room of the Baptist
Church next Sunday afternoon at O. clock.
Prof. F. is successful conductor of mu-
steal conventions and good time is an
ticipated. All are cordially invited to be
present and to participate in the service.
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A New store stand.

Mr.. P. B. Mackey has leased the OLD
Britain store, on Church street, and ex-
poets to remove from Cottage Hin to his
new quarters in about six weeks. The
building is being improved by the substi-
tuition of new bulk head windows 10 front,
and by other alterations. Mr.. Mackey ex-
poets to branch out in Iris new location,
and keep much larger line Of goods.
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.ncient order of United workmen.

Ancient Order of United Workmen.
Past Grand Master Wor kman Samuel l.
Osmond, the D. G.. M. w. and Grand
Lecturer of the Grand Lodge of A. O. U.
W. of Maryland, New Jersey and Della
ware, assisted by Grand Master Jehu B.
Askew, of Baltimore, Md, and other
members of the order, will institute
Standard Lodge, No. 90, of the Ancient
Order Of United Workmen. in Lambert
vile, tomorrow Thursday evening,
August 10th, in Grand Army Hall. The
charter list is composed of over thirty of
our prominent citizens. The A. o. U. W.
is a secret, social aud fraternal order
having two degrees-Junior aud Master
Workman. The order has been in exist
ence over fourteen years. 1t is establish
ed in every state and territory in the
Union +; also, in Canada. The member
ship as per July report is over no. 900.
Over 50, 900, 900 has been paid to widows
or heirs during last fourteen years. The
amount of the beneficiary fund paid on
each death is $4,000. The average cost
per member is about twelve dollars per
year. The States of Maryland, New
Jersey and Delaware comprise the Grand
Lodge TO which Standard Lodge viii be
subject. There are over $500 members
belonging to this Grand Lodge. There
are II, 900 members in Penna. $4,000 in
New York and other states have pro-
portional membership. Mr.. osmond has
deserved the success which has attended
his labors here. he comes to us highly
endorsed.
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Fairs in New Jersey.
The following fairs viii be hold in the
State during 1882:
New Jersey State Agricultural Society,
at Wayerly, September is, 10, 20, 81 and
90.
Monmouth County Agricultural So
ciety, at Freehold, Sept. 10, 10 and IA.
ciesy, at Pennington, September 20, 81
and 90.
Somerset County Agricultural Society,
at Somerville, Oct. 3, 4, and 6.
Burlington County Agricultural So
ciety, at Mount Holly, October 10, II. 12
and 10.
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Robbins 1900 Tonic will cure ghills.
Only Soc, at New Hope Drug Store.

MIR. James Hartpence, who was en-
gagged in the shooting affair near Quaker
town, appeared before Esquire Riley on
Saturday, but waived an examination,
and gave bonds in the sum of $500 for his
appearance at Court. Mr.. Hartpencc last
week caused the arrest of his brother
Aaron and Mr.. David Burd for assault
and battery with intent to kill. They
were taken before Esquire Hoff, and gave
BAIL Pennington Republican, Sd inst.
-DaEiel Stout, of West Amwell town
ship, aged about sixty years, was arrested
by Constable Bayard, of this city, one
day last week, on a warrant issued by
Justice Hayhurst, charged with bigamy.
1t appears that Stout and his first wife
separa ted some years ago, and went West.
A few months ago, Stout married a woman
by the name Hoover. Stout's wife hear
ing of this, came back from the West
recently and had him arrested. He was
let go on his own recognizance for hear
ing on the 18th inst.
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Not Guilty.

Not Guilty.
l see charge in the County Collectors
Annual Statement published in the news
papers, as follows: "Paid Jacob S. Dur
ham, for taking Shocks to the Asylum,
$31.25.'' Be 1t known to all whom it may
concern, that never took such person to
the Lunatic Asylum, nor any other per-
son, during the past eighteen months,
and that / have never presented such
bill or received any amount whatever for
such service. Nearly three years ago
James Shook was declared by proper au-
thorities to be a lunatie. The Board of
Freeholders took charge of him and have
paid 50 per week for his board, care and
keeping up to July 18th, 1882. He is
kept at his aunt's in Hopewell township,
Mercer county, where he has lived for
more than fifty years past.
JACOB S. DURHAM.
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Remember that the excursion from
Stockton to Ocean Grove, Long Branch,
&C., takes place on Tuesday, August 18th,
leaving Stockton at $40 A. M. Tickets,
S1.75. Children, 80 cents. A delightful
trip and cheap one.
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The First Menagerie.

The First Menagerie.
Our heading has no reference to Noahs
grand combination, but the name of Van
Amburgh goes SO far back that 1t signifies
return to youth to the oldest inhabitant.
1t stands the synonym for show, and a
good moral show at that. Hence we are
glad to announce that the great Van AM
burgh Show is coming to Lambertville,
August 81.
With each season Mr.. Hyatt Frost the
veteran manager adds new and extraor-
binary wonders to this Great Show and
this year he has reached the climax I'M
precedented in the annals Of the business /;
he has added many thousand dollars worth
of attractions this season, the large col
lection of remarkable animals alone out
numbering those of the famous geological
gardens of the European capitals he has
gathered together from every land the
mos. wonderful animals, also strange
monsters from the sea and curious birds
from the air. Nearly half a million of
dollars have been expended with lavish
hand the past winter. The innocent
amusement enjoyed and the solid instruc-
ton gained by visit to this Great Show,
far exceed that derived from reading a
dozen volumes, being living realities in
stead of dull descriptions. The name of
Van Amburgh, Stone, Frost & Co., is a
househould word, and SO deservedly popu-
lar with the public that we need say no
more than to give the date when it will be
in Lambertville. Monday, Aug. 81. ~.
List of Letters remaining unclaimed
in the Post Office at Lambcrtville, Hum
terdon county, N. J. for 80 days, Aug
5, 1882
Mrs. Elizey Vanhorn,
Miss Louisa Snowden,
William A. Hoagland,
James III. Murphy,
NJ. A. Davis,
Mrs. Zazzah Angola.
CLARK PIERsoN. P. NJ.
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Common Council.

common OONhcIf.
Monday Ereni,s& August Z, 1884,
Present Callan, Finney, Herr (Presi-
dent, Kearns, Kilroy, Melliek, Smith,
Solliday, Wilmot.
A petition was presented, signed by
residents in vicinity, asking for a fire plug
near Swan creek bridge, as water has been
cut off from that point. Referred to
Committee on Fire Department, with
power TO place plug within that vicinity
at once.
The City Treasurer's report for the
month of July was Observation-Disclosures as
follows
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List of Letters remaining unclaimed
in the Post Office at Lambcrtville, Hun
terdon county, N. ;, for 30 days, Aug
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1882-02-09
rur RACKET or RAILROAD auuo.s.

| The air il full OF railroad rumors. And they
are not all rumors. There are solid move
ments OF eminent magnates with millions in
volved. IL Wichita wants to ride to Hal
stead on the cut of, she must bestir herself
Our days also as a way station on a bobtaiI
| are well nigh spent. The nearest way to
Dodge is straight west across the prairea
through Marshall, through Kingman, and
through Pratt county. The best paying DAD
from Wichita to Medicine Lodge will also be
southwest, via Anthony. We have dreamed
dreams, seen papers, and read letters, "and
don't you forget it," Gould or the Santa Fe
can control the Fort Scott g. Wichita,
by buying it and paying for it, and not
otherwise. The Chicago & Alton would
be satisfied with through train, via Wichi-
Ia. to Barbour. Manager Rogers will return
from New York this week. and General
Strong has left Boston for the west 1t will
take four feet Of fill for the side tracks at
the new union depot, but the new union de.
pot is not being built as fast as it was.
There is enough ground about the Y for
Gould's division shops, but the road inspec-
tor found plenty Of room on the bank Of the
river; also on the west side, for that mat
ter. The local organizations for the new
projections are satisfactory, and as for the
present track from Wichita to Halstead,
Gould does not own it. Gould finds that he
will be compelled to build fifty miles OF road
from Wichita to Mcpherson in order to make
any immediate satisfactory connections with
ha ft..i. l<.
mates viii be here to-day or tomorrow.
What will transpire will be more full
ly understood after they have been and gone.
But they mean business. So does Wichita.
So does everybody.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1882-02-09
WOOL saovras' nrrrrse.

TO tie Editor Of the Eagle:
The regular monthly meeting of the Ar.
kansas Valley Wool Growers Association
held in on the 18th ult., was, owing to the
inclemency Of the weather, not as largely at.
tended as the preceding meeting. What II
lacked In members, however, it fully made
up in matters Of general interest to the sheep
men OF this valley. Capt. White, who had
been sent to Topeka as representative of the
association to the State Woo, Growers meet.
ing. made lengthy report which occasioned
quite an animated discussion over the ques.
tion Is to whether this association should or
ganize itself into a county society or retain
its present name and object as representa-
tive association for the whole valley of the
Arkansas. In view OF the favorable location
OF Wichita in the center OF the largest WOOL
growing district In Kansas, and the large
membership from counties east and west of
us, 1t seemed to be the sentiment of the
members that the present organization be re-
tanned. The next regular meeting will fall
on Saturday. the 18th Of February, at which
the question OF shearing, prices OF sacks and
Irvine, and marketing OF wool will be con-
sidered. All members, and sheep men desir-
Gus Of becoming members, are earnestly re-
quested to be present.
Considering the constantly increasing mem-
bership, the acknowledged great good al
ready accomplished by this association, and
its growing importance to the sheep inter-
ests of the valley, the writer is somewhat at
a loss to understand why your entcrprising
the Beacon, should arrive at
the conclusion that an organization of this
character is not wanted by the people; the
more 80 as there can be no immediate or
prospective danger Of its ever becoming q
pauper institution.
The Wichita city eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1872-1883, 1882-02-09
SPRING CREEK.

To the Editor of TIE Eagle:
Mr.. and Mrs. HelIar returned from an ex-
tended visit among friends aud relatives in
Illinois and Maryland Friday evening.
Their report Of the snow aud mud that the
eastern people have to contend with, Ii
enough to cause the average Kansan TO shud.
der.
Mrs. Pitman has been sufferer with the
fever for several weeks past, but is now con-
salescent.
Mr.. and Mrs. James Goodacre have little
child that is very sick.
Farmer Doolttle visited the Spring Greek
lyeeum last Friday night and gave us his
views on the womens' rights question.
Several of our young men contemplate try.
ing the '-mets" Of Colorado again soen.
The contest at the coming township elee-
ton promises no little excitement aud en-
thusiasm. Republican caucuses will be held
in Rockford and Gypsum this Saturday
evening.
We understand Mr.. David Brownlee has
sold his fine farm in Gypsum to man who
will Immediately take possession. We did
not learn the name of the lucky purchaser.
January 4, 1882. RETsEL.
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WEDDING BELLS.

On last Thursday eve a small party of rel
atises and invited guests met at the resi-
dence of Mr.. and Mrs "A. j. Cook on Pros
peet Hill, two miles east of the city, to wit
ness the marriage Of their daughter Emma
to Mr.. Albert +. Mum, OF Medina, Ohio
Miss Cooks parents are among the Oldest
! residents OF this county aud Miss Emma, who
is well known and highly respected by all
has been engaged as teacher in the public
man OF excellent qualities and will be re.
membered by many rs having resided In our
city year or two since. He thinks OF max.
ing our city his future home. We noticed
some very nice presents list Of which we
give below as near az can be remembered
An elegantly bound bible, from the groom.
hanging lamp. Mr.. and Mrs. c. d. Mum.
Silver pick e-castor, DIR. and Mrs. Allen.
Silver butter dish and knife, NJ. A. Sayles
and wife.
Silver berry dish, J. c. Kinkaid and wife.
Two silver sugar tongs, cousin Carrie.
A set of silver knifes and forks, II. NJ Bar
nett and wife.
Set silver teaspoons aud butter knife, Gil.
Mum and wife.
Two japanese bowls and platters. G. L..
Strong.
Majoliea pickle dish, V. VI. Kincaid.
Glass water set, Mrs. Fannie Wenger.
Toilet set. Mr.. and Mrs Davidson.
Silver table spoons, Frank Mum.
Three tides, Mrs. III. VI. Freeman.
Hand-painted pin-cushion, Mrs. G. C.
Strong.
Chair tidy, Hattie West.
Two toilet tides, table cloth, bed spread
aud glass set, Mrs. Cook.
Two panel paintings, l.. b. Bunnell aud
wife.
One Marsciles bed spread, Z. S. Cook and
wife.
Large album, Willie, Matte and Sammy
Cook.
Foot rest, Emma.
Set bureau mats, Mrs. Z. Is. Jewett.
Silver bouquet holder, Miss Nellie Harvey.
Parlor lamp, w. S. Bernard aud wife, Col
linwood, Ohio.
Silver butter dish, o. r.. Hanchett and wife.
Set garnet jewelry, Il. E. Stephens and
wife. Newport, Indiana.
Lace neck handkerchief, ID. A. Vanauken
and wife.
Silver pickle castor. Geo. Hancheit.
The happy pair will accept our thanks for
a variety of cake with which they remem-
bered the editor of the EAGLE.
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Presto! Changed!

Redneld 4 Preston introduce themselves to
the public as dealers In Hides, Furs, Wool
Pelts, Flour and Feed, Flax and Millet Seed,
Castor Beans, Poultry, Eggs aud Butter, and
other spccialties.
Also will do general commission business.
Pure cider vinegar. made In Wichita year
ago, at wholesale and retail.
w. U. Cox, buyer.
REDfIELD 4 PRESTON,
Three Doors East Of Douglas Avenue Hotel.
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