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Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

The McGibeny family, father, mother
and eight children, gave one Of their won.
derful exhibitions at Reynolds Hall on
Friday night The character Of the enter.
tainment, had II been known in advance.
would have secured crowded house There
was nothing grand about IL, in fact the
home like spirit was the most noticeable.
No gorgeous external show, but what is
far more attractive, genuine culture. The
idea Of brass band composed entirely Of
children, II not new, Is at least happy
one. In their line, the MoGibenys stand
unequsIed and alone, and IS troupe Il
one Of the few q conscientious Journalist
can heartily recommend 70 the public as
msriting general support and encourage.
ment. Mr.. w. r. Bailey, Of Lewistown,
conducts the business affairs, and Is sue
cessful manager.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

THE GREAT INTER.OcEAS Snow At
BELLEFoSTE, MONDAY, MAY batch.
ellcr and Doris Great Show has met With
the most as;,oring success this year, success
however, which ia we'll mcri,cd, as their
show Ia in every respect the bc-t now on
the road The managers determined 10 be
at the head Of their profession and have
spared neither time nor money achieving
this result. During the past winter their
agents secured Europe, Asia and Africa in
search Of novelties, and bsggcd the beat
attractions eXtant, In many cases, to gain
their aims, paying almost fabulous sums.
The result Of their labors is scen In the
colossal aggregation Of which they are at
the head. Their every performance is
superior, ercelling anything of it, kind
ever seen in this country. Its menaecrie
represents many fortunes expended in rare
animals, birds, reptiles and wonders of the
Sos and air. In its museum il Millie
Christine, the 1.-TWO Headed Nightingale p
young woman with but one body, with
two heads, four arms and four legs. For
this natural curiosity a salary Of 25,O00 is
paid for the season. The street pageant
is made feature Of this season and il the
most gorgeous ever seen, introducing the
famous $40, 600 beauty.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

The Butts house, under the manage
ment Of Mr.. r. y. Lehman, t. rapid y re-
gaining all Of it, old popularity. The
proprietor desires us to state that each Of
its departments-ihe hotel proper, the bar
and the rc,taurant-has undergone a CON-
plctc renovating and improving process,
and now desires a fair share nf pablic pat
ronage, assured Of his ability to render
entire satisfaction. Mr.. Lehman, evident
ly, understands his business and We ask
trial Of him Mt the hands Of any who
stand In need of the services Of n real Jolly
landlord who runs first class house.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

The @. l.. s. C,--Chatauqua Literary
and Scientific Circle--well known in the
eastern half of Nittany valley, is an or.
ganization composed Of about thirty of the
finest young ladies Of that locality. The
society meets twice each month ut the
homes of members, or If invited, at the
houses of others of the good people of that
section. The object is mutual improve
ment. On the evening of Good Friday
they gave an entertainment and supper Mt
the residence of Mr.. Solomon Peck, OF
Walker township, this county. This gem
tleman with his usual hospitality threw
wide his doors and welcomed the ladies
cordially, setting apart TO their use four
large rooms. The entertainment consisted
of comic pantomime fan drill, vocal and
instrumental music, an art gallery-cOn-
tanning some of the rarest specimens of
ancient and modern art, and pOstotlice
as complete in all the details of its arrange
ment, ms any in the land Letters were
manufactured TO order, and delivered to
happy recipients by fair hands OF fairer
ladies, whose secondary object might have
been lore but primary one was htere. The
supper consisted Of oysters, cold chicken,
sandwiches, cake, coffee, etc, we'll served
and plentiful. The CHEEKY walters in their
want Of their guests. The society desires
to found library for the use of the people
OF the valley, and the proceeds Of their en-.
tertainmenls will be devoted to that object.
That the young ladies may be prospered in
their good work is our ardent wish, and We
cheeriully request all 10 emulate their en-.
deavors by rendering any assistance in
their power. Iire ie c. l.. 5. {.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

a GRAND SUCCESS. The grand opening
nl the great Bo-ton Clothing House in
Major Reynolds Block, opposite tho
Brpckerhod House, Bel!efonte, Pa. took
place As stated in our columns before. on
Saturday morning last The opening Of
thai concern vAs great success in every
respcci. Crowds of people were ihronrinr
20 that establishment from early in the
morning ull lste In the evening. and
everyone seemed hAppy except those who
could not be waited upon on account Of
the rush. We can honestly say that never
before bas such fine stock Of clothing.
boots and shoes, everything in the line az
men 3 and boys wear, been offered ct such
extremely low prices, in this section, as
that concern il selling them. We never
have tried that House, but are Faiis6cd
that Bellefonie Is in need Of such con-
cern, and it won I be- long that people from
titY miles around will find thai IL will nav
them well 90 come 10 Bellefonte and buv
their clothing, boots. and shoes, At the
great Boston Clothing House, Just opened
In Reynolds' Block, opposite tie Brocker-
bof House, Bellefonte, Pa.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

FIsH AND GAME LAws-It is illegal
to catch and retain trout under Ave inches
in length, and IL is illegal TO catch lsh in
any other way than with rod, hook and
line. Penalty for each ash illcgally caught
or retained $40, or offered for sale S25.
Bass and pike fishing commences on the
Ist Of June, and Il is illegal to catch them
In any other way than with rod, hook Aad
line, under 3 pcnrlty Of $40 for each fish
illegally caught. Sunday hunting and
fishing is prohibited under q penalty Of
s25. one-half Of all zines goes to the In
former. At this time Of the year there Is
no game Of any kind that can be legally
hunted or killed. Constables having per-
sonsl knowledge Of violations Of law, or II
furnished with good evidence that The law
has been violated, sre bound 10 make re-
turn thereof
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Az RSJorABLE OccAsToN.-Mrs Julia
Hess, lady eighty.si1 years OF age, re-
markably we'll preserved and possessing
more spirit and vim than good many Of
her younger sisters, who resides with her
son.in-law, II. Y. Sitter, Eco, was great
y surprised on Monday 10 have all Of her
immediate relatives assemble at her home.
and with her celebrate her clghty.si1th
birthday. Rev. w. II. Groh and family,
Mr. Adam Hess and family, Of Boalsburg,
Mr. John Hess and family, OF Pine Grove
Mills, Rov. w. y. Rocdcr and family, Of
Centre Hall, and II. A. Mckee, Esq., and
family, we're all there. The last two gen.
,lemen took especial pride in exhibiting
their dear little babies, which is not only
natural but very proper We heartily
Join in the wish Of the venerable iady's
friends that she may continue long among
US, and trust each subsequent anniversary
Of her natal day may be an occasion of as
much true happiness as the last
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Our brass band was resurrccted on
Friday. Nov, boys, keep up. The only
necessary condition, TO insure having a
first class organization is harmony among
yourselves. The music was well chosen
and skilliully rendered. Did you notice
how cold ehills, playiully chAse each other
up and down ones back when lively, soul
stirring tune Is played
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Centre county now has four more,
brand new physicians. The gentlemen
who have been authorized by the Ubiver.
sity Of Pennsylvania TO attempt 10 cure
all lille TO which human 1esh is heir, are
Jos Brockerhof, Bcllefonte J. r. Black.
burn, PhiIipsburg @. w. Kline, Pleas.
ant Gap, and $. U. HArshberger, Zion.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

In speaking Of J. II. Haverly, con-
cerning whom there have been some nasty
reports circulated by parties who might be
more prohtAbly engaged in attending to
their own business, The Musical Tradc,
good authority, says: Tho remarks in
which some newspapers have INDUCED re-
speciing Mr.. Haverly ps.s the widcs.
bound. OF journalistic license. Ii has long
been patent to every one that Hayerly has
had too many irons In the fire, has grssped
At too much, and in some enterprises failed.
On leaving the States he placed his affairs
temporarily in the hand. Of Mr.. {. II.
Mcconnell 70 whom, 10 fscilitai" business
operations he gave power Of attorney.
We can readily SEQ how this wonderful
man stands, tho sale Of the Flnh Avenue
Theatre, most prudent step, neited him
Sls 900, for this theatre il decided white
Jumbo Tho Che.,uut Street, Phiiadel-
phia, moro than pays ils way. The re-
ceipts of the Chicago theatre will aggre-
gate S325,OpO, and clear $4,000. The
one in Brooklyn will clear $1,000 this
year the Four,eo,h Street Theatre S2D,-
600 the California Theatre /. good for
$50, 600 during the season, and the Has;a-
dons will bring in $40, 900 more cloar gain.
SO that We sec our friend Jack, even
though he may have gotten into water a
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Mr.. John Blanchard, son of Evan
Blanchard Esq, Of Belelontc, in the an
nual exercise Of the junior class Of Havor.
ford College, Of which he Is member,
according to the Philadelphia Press die.
tinguished himself IN an oration on "a
Modern Superstition in which he at
tackled very vigorously the Mormon
theory, and vindicated the wisdom Of the
Edmunds' bill.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

That perfect baking and cooking stove.
The /" Pioneer, u for sale only by Wilson,
McFarlane & Co. All superAuous oruA-
mentation has been dispensed with TO se-
cure q tirst-class kitchen stove. For weight,
strength and durability IL cannot be sur
passed. In purchasing this stove you sre
not paying for nickle trimmings and beau
tiinl hnish, bot you are getting what is far
better and what you need in good cook
tove-a good, reliable baker and cooker.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Letters held at the Poat Office for
postage ID. 7. Houser, Pine Grove Mills !;
ID. NJ. Wolf, Spring Mills NJ. s. spotts,
Port Matilda. Held on account of i'm
proper directions Rachel Martin, Centre
county, Pa, Mary +. Davis, Liberty
Mills, Jackson county, Patrick Brislin,
Cleveland, Centre county, Pa, and l. N.
From, Pole Cat City, Centre county, Pc,
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

The ladies, who ascended the golden
stairs leading to our literary palace, on
Friday, conferred upon US favor not soon
to be forgotten. We endcavored to pre-
cent Jiase front, bat that meager success,
only, may have attended orr efforts is
possible. Come often, please, for none are
more fully aware than We, of the bcnia-
cent influence Of ladies society.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Sun EosA.--Tbe origin Of the phrase
under The rose implies secrecy II was fret
used during the ycar Is. O., Az, at which
time Pausanias, the commander of the
confederate feet Of the Spartans and
Athenians, was engaged in an intrigue
with Nerxes for the subjugation Of Greece
to the Persian rule, as well "a 10 secure
the hand Of the monarch's daughter in
marriage. They negotiated in building
attached 20 the temple Of Minerva, called
the Brazen House, the roof Of which was
garden forming bower Of roses 30
that the plot, which was conducted with
the utmost secrecy, was literally rnatured
nnder the ross. The AtheniAns were sc-
customed TO wear "A rose in their hair when
about to communicate n secret 90 another
which they wished kept inyioate. Hence
the saying siIb rosa among them. Another
at the feast, in honor Of Bacchus a
large artificial rose was suspended over the
main table signifying the compact entered
into by all participants 10 the effect that
Whatever transpired while the god Of wine
had fuil control was not to be spoken Of else-
where, but wGs 10 be considered stJ rosa.
There is nothing in anything bought at
Scchler's that needs any covering up
grocerics, meat, fruiu, etc, are all luft
u has fha,y tkgul1 10
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

1T seems impossible that remedy
made Of such common, simple plant a.
Hops, Buchu, Mandrake, DAndelion, dc,
should make 80 msny and such great cures
as Hop Biiters do; but when old and
young, rich and poor, pastor and doctor,
lawyer and editor, sll testify 70 having
been cured by them, you must believe
them yourself, and doubt no longer.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

High Constable Garis has his dander
up snd the other day notified owners Of
cattle and hogs that certain restrictions
would IN the future be placed upon their
movements. (whose movements, The AMI
nals' or the owners'7l
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20
ghe Gentre 9emutrat.
Thursday Morning, April 20, 1882.

CoRREsPoSDEScH, containing important news sticit-
ed from any part OF the county. No commune atcn-
inserted uneas accompanied by the real name OF the
writer.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

"A new duty has been imposed upon
the mercantile appraiser, tha, Of assessing
butchers who have stands for the sale Of
meat separate from their slaughter houses.
Nenders using wagons are also taxable.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20
McMI1Lrx's NEw BnocKgnnorr

McMILLES's New BRocKERmoFF
HoUsE.-Stranger visiting Bellefonte are
surprised to find in our midst one of the
most elegant hotels In Pennsylvania. The
proprietor, Mr.. c. G. McMillen, prior TO
ten years ago had been engaged in no other
business. For over seven years he was
with tho famous Dinners, ut their depot
eating houses in Columbus and Dayton,
Ohio with the celebrated Louis Rcibold
when he was proprietor Of the City Hotel
and Philips House, Dayton, Ohio. For
five years past he travelled for Messrs.
FELTON,, Rau & Siblcy, varniEh and paint
manufacturers, Philadelphia. Immediate
ly after arriving hero he began to remodel
and improve the house, and did not stop
until everything was put in real first class
order. Tho Office was repapcrei, nll wood
work painted white, furnished with wal
nut office settccs, splendid chandelier,
the original cost of which was Sl2j,
marble floor was laid and marble counter
placed in position; telephone commune
cation with all parts Of the city, An annun-
cihtor sor use of guests and speaking tubes
to various parts Of the house greatly iseili-
tate business. This part Of the house Is
most gcnteclly presided over by Mr.. j. 4.
McOmberI this gentleman considers the
comfort and happiness OF guests matters of
primary importance and Is ever ready and
service in hi' power. To the rear Of the
Office are the sample room-, pool room,
managed by Mr J. Linn Mullen, the cafe
with two regular attendants, Mr.. ". 7.
Murphy and Mr.. Frank Schrock, elegant
water closets, and porter quarters. On
the second floor is the dining room sup
piled with most comfortable walnut furni-
ture, expensive china and solid silver
ware, brilliant chandeliers and quite Il
little army OF walters under the direction
Of Mr.. John ID. Emery. or vital inter.
esi 10 all patrons Of the house i the cuiin.
NJ w pa kNlt'lAas W y A'NllA kNlH hThttH
remarkably neat and clean, supplied With
range capsule Of cooking a, one unr
meals for four hundred persons. here
Mr.. Alexander Pullcn i. monarch OF al
ho survey, and tho manner In which
guests stow away the yic;ua's "a evidence
sufficient that be knows how to prepare A
good meal The grand ladies parlor, lux.
urious Gcnuomens reading and waiting
room, private parlor ior special parucs
and companies, ladies bath rooms and
water closets, some twenty or more bed
chambers mcsi elegantly equipped and the
proprictors private apartment. take up
all Of this aour. Tho next story is occu.
pied ajma't entirely by dainty, olcgan,
sleeping rooms, but enough space was re-
served Tor laundry and gentlemen. bath
rooms. Other Accommodations, free bus tn
and from AL trains, commercial mems
baggage sent 90 any part Of town, tho ncw
street lamps and the change of 'front.'.
This hotel is prosporing under the con.
troll OF Mr.. McMillen and IL daily receiving
thc patronage of many who up to the
advent Of Mac had been accus,omed 10
put up clsowhcro. McMilen has come
to stay, having leased the house for 3
years he can be depended upon and zee
heartily wish him and his hoslclry God
speed.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

MIR. J. V. Strebig, agent for BateheI-
Ter and Doris great Inter-ooean SHOW
called at the DEMOCRAT Office on Monday.
He is most pleasant gentleman and is
thoroughly devoted 10 the interests Of the
Arm bo represents.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

The fret annual ball Of the Bellefonie
Fencibles is said 70 have been 3 success.
The members Of the company know how
TO do up any thing Of the kind in royal
style The net proceeds amounted 10 quite
= sum.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Call and examine the stock Of ranges
and cook stoves at Wilson, McFariAne &
Cos also their line Of single and double
heaters. They have for sale the Welcome
Home double heater, which has been thor
oughly and satisfactorily tested in this
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

On Tuesday afternoon the public
schools were dismissed earlier than usual,
and teachers, pupils and few friends went
TO the woods 70 gather Arbutus. They had
= pleasant time and the recreation did
them ell good.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

ID. II. Hastings, Esq, has ordered bis
professional card changed the new firm,
Hastlngs and Recdcr, will be strong one.
We compliment Col. Hastings and cOngra-
snIata Mr.. Rocdcr.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

You can save from 100 20 900 per
cent on a good drcss, from 100 TO 300 per
cent on a suit, from S5 10 100 Per cent. on
pair Of shoes, and in everything that You
need you will end 1t 70 your interest TO
buy your goods where you get them At
frst cost. LYoS q Co.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20
Centre County Democratic Com
mittee---1992.

purNcrs. SAME p. o. AbbREss.
Bellefonte N Wv. y. Reber -. .Bellefonte.
- 4. w..Charles smith,.
w. james Schoheld--.
.....,...,..'.. .'-.'.''s's
MIte.burr rr-.......,,.C X Essngton .Milesburg.
Mllhein,....A A. Walters z.......... NJ illheim.
PhilipsturR ND W. w.Hslt.....,-.Phlp-burg.
Ubionyille ......J.C Smith ......... Fleming
Ranner ....,., Uriah stoyer. ...... BclIsfonte.
Boggs .......C A. Mclaughlin Milesburg.
burnside .,.......... william Hpple.-.Pine Glen.
college s.,'..s'.'... FEahh Nt'''''s''' a."s'"t
CuTtn.s..........s'..t tonh fAop o--s itoNat"'
Ferguson, O. "A - orend2ri--'tAs ,,s Grove M''''
Gregg, s P.........a. L. Ri.hel......spring Mills
n P........ Benz. LmberL---.
HAinca...,.,....s...ssot-l. ~ heistet'-sNsuuzhhtk
Hafmoon -,.......,'A l. ttay.'''.''..sliali heSE.
Iarrts..............-.Jallfs hluipoIt- -hNaFbutB.
Howard -............ DaNd IanyeT..''.h Howard.
Huston .............Johu q Miies.-Ju uan.
Liberty ..,... Nv ii. GardneT--.blan
harion.s.sss....sssJ - ho1.-ss s...-.. " alkef
Miles George Haines--.Wafs Store.
Patton .............D l.. Meek. Buffalo Run.
Penn ..................H. y. Millheim.
Potter, y. P.........G W. Spangler,.. Tusseyville
$. P.......J. Wilmer WolE-.Centre Hall
Rush .............. William Culen--.s Sandy Ridge.
snow Shoe,,...,...w William Haincz.- sno~ Shoe.
Spring ..............T NJ BarnhArt-- .Hcllefonts.
Taylor. Vinton Reckwith. Fowler.
Uniou ................ Christian Hoover. Fleming.
Waikrr..,.........A Andrew krCamcT. Al abletsburE.
MorIh................W. G. Morrison. Port Matilda
Il. II. FORSTER, Chairman.
II. A. MCKEE Secretary.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Mothers, before giving your little
babe cough or Group medicines, remember
thai Sines Syrup Of Tar, Wild Cherry ana
Hoathound is the only cough preparation
tha, contains no opium, morphine, nor any
other narcotic.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Mr.. Chas. r. Cook, realizing that
positions Of honor and trust, now allied 70
ovcraowing, will be vacant sometime, saw
as 70 introduce week or two ago, q young
gentleman who has our best wishes.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

wASTEp.-Two girls for general house
work. Good pay 10 the right ones. Ad-
dress, p. 0. Box 2lb, Bcllefonte, Pa.
a.fg-tf
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Sixteen adult persons we're baptized by
Rev. Pennepacker 81 the Sunday evening
service in the Methodist church.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

The work-lrAin on the d. Il. v. II. r.
now lays over at this place on Sunday.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

$50. 600 worth Of dry goods, clothing,
boots and shoes, dress goods, &c, for cost
~ Lrox & Co.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

IF you want 70 save money in your
purchases, go 10 Lyon 4 Co. a. they are
selling everything ~ coet. LYON & CO.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Ny children had sore throat PERuxA
cured them. NJ. p. LKSHART, Irwin
Station. Pa.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Lyon & Co, are closing out their
entire stock Of dry goods, clothing. boots
and shoes at cost, In order % quit The bnsi-
nees
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Spring and Summer season, lss2,
Wooien stock nOsO complete. Early or
deFs solicited.
la-tf MONTGOMERY a Co., Tailors.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Ladies coats, jackets, dolmaae, circu-
lars ard ulsterettes, in endless variety,
styles and colora, and prices lower than
elsewhere at !. q A. Loeh's.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

Much better do without sugar end
coffee than 10 be out Of PKRUxA.
Centre Democrat. [volume] (Bellefonte, Pa.) 1848-1989, 1882-04-20

The fret law Of nature Is self-nreser-
yation but 10 do IL she needs PKRuxA.