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Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

ANOTHER OLD PAPER.-Mr. j. N
Robinson, form ,rly of Eckhart, nov
of Paw Paw, w. Va, sends us a cop,
of the Eros tburg Gazette" date'
October l, 1859. Editorials appeal
with the following titles /: "organiz
alton of Society" Considerations,
and "Our Town" In local affairs the
the proceedings of "a Temp srance
Meeting" are chronicled. The ther-
mometer indicated an average of 67o
and recent heavy rains, developing a
large crop Of potatoes, and flushing
the streams and damaging the canal,
are reported. The editor holds the
welfare Of the region, then depressed
above politics, but hopes the ensuing
Congress will consider the interests Of
both capital and labor. Notwith-
standing the dull coal trade, the town
is full of life and animation. The
shipments of coal from the Frostburg
Mining Region 1--WE beg the pardon Of
our Gu mberland contemporaries to
September "a, 1859, are recorded
from IL companies at 4l7572.l6
tons. In those days, it would appear
from a suggestive item, that the edit.
or was accustomed to donations of
coal sufia ent to heat both his Office
and domiclle. The prices of wheat
per bushel in the Frostburg marke
were 81, 20 for white; 81. Is for red ;
rye rs cents; oats 40, and corn $l.75
per barrel. Family -four is quoted
at Sc so per barrel extra $6 ; super.
fine $575 and rye $3.50. Bacon
ranged from shoulders at 81 to sugar
cured hams at Is cents per lb. "A
Strange Visitor" was found upon the
Gazette building, Immediately over
the editors sanctum. A shot by Mr.
Richard Clary brought It to the
groand, and it was found to be a fine,
fat, plump pheasant from the noun
aims" The firm OF Bear & Jandorf
dissolves, the former continuing al
the old stand, the latter opening a
new store in the building formerly
occupied by George Steyer." David
Knode and Josiah Porter announce
themselves candidates for supervisor
of roads; Michael Halfn and Thomat
Brown as independent candidates fer
constable; Henry R. Atkinson, inde.
pendent candidate for sheriff, and
Henry L. Keller, independent candi-
date for justice of be peace. The
"life and animation" before referred
to, are partly attribu ed to the polit-
ical contest then pending.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

A STORY Of a row in Long MIN"
in Garrett county last Saturday has
no foundation in fact. To avoid the
heat of a political di cussion as well
as mitigate that of the weather, one
of tho party invited the crowd cut to
take drink, which, as Artemus Ward
would say, he sftervard urbanely in-
sisted upon allowing somebody else to
paY for.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

PoLITIoAL.-Mr. B. A. Richmond
announces elsewhere his candidacy for
States Attorney. This is a step
which undoubtedly means business.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

DIED-Yeaterday, 10Th inst. Mr.
MICHAEL PRIEL, an old resident of
the town, aged 60 years.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

BOATS DELAYED.-A break in the
canal near Williamspcrt early in the
week delayed the passage of boats
until Wednesday.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

AN EXTENSIVE PURCHASE OF MIN
ERAL LAND.-Messrs. William R.
Percy g. Co. consumated on Thursday
the purchase of $500 acres of min erai
land situated at Barrelville, this
county, and extending two miles
northward. The range contains a
vein of fire clay averaging thickness
of 9 feet--in some places Is feet.
This seam is the same worked by J. J.
Hoblitzell at Williams Station, Pa,
the Elerslie company at Ellersle,
the Union mining company at Mt.
Savage and l.. NJ. G,rsuch at Frost.
burg. The Eilerslie company works
clay from the northern end giving
royalty of 25 cents per ton
The tract is also underlaid by all the
vein of coal to be found under the
Great Vein of this region, commencing
with the "Blubaugh," 4 feet thick
Parker" 2 to q fset, and the "Six-
foot" The last named vein is about
rs feet above the Parker" the
Parker about 35 feet above the
"BIubaugh," anG the fire clay
feet below the "Blubaugh." All
these veins are opened, and ready for
working. Specimens of coal and clay
show excellent quality, said by com
petent judges to be of the best
ASIDE from mineral value the tract
holds large body of valuable timber.
There is also valuable sawmill and
number of dwelling houses on the
place. At this writing the price paid
Mr.. Jewett. from whom the purchase
was made, has not been given out.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

WE sent out last week large num-
ber of notices. A few have brought
the responses desired and it will af-
ford US great pleasure to have all
avail themselves during nert sveek of
the invitation given. To us it is a
matter of considerable Importance.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

TIE Cum berland NelOs is uneasy
about our scalp. The JOURNAL does
not reside in Cumberland.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

MARROW EsoApE.--Au infant son
of Worthington McCulloh, Esq, of
this place, in the absence of his mother
for about thirty seconds, one day in
the early portion of this week, drank
nearly half ounce Of Fowler's solution
of arsenic. DR.. ]. M. Porter was call
ed in at once and administered an
emetic, which quickly dislodged the
poison. The little fellow suffered no
inconvenience beyond the vomit.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21
8 Per Cent. DIVIDEND
Declared for 1882.
THE

Dect0Ted for 1882.
THE
Savings and Loan Association
or FRGS7BURG, Md,
An Institution Organized under the Laws
of Maryland.
4 sFFERS SPECIAL ADVANTAGES
NIto nll who desire by SaaN deposits to
invest their savings IN real estate and other
absolutely safe securities
To borrowers it extends the full par
value of its shares at the legal rate of 6 per
cent, repayable by weekly instalments.
All profits divided pro rata to depositors
to borrowers as to those for whom the
Association does not in advance redeem
shares.
eB- By an Act OF tho last General As
sembly special powers were granted this
Association enjoyed by no similar institu-
tion in the county.
Entry fee per share. .............5 80 cents
Weekly dues per share.
interest per share. 10
Par value of shares. ............ ....$130
Apply to Secretary at JOURNAL office
for further information.
b. STERN, President.
]. RUHL, Vice-President.
j. B. ODER, Secretary.
JAMES KANE, Treasurer.
WILLIAM BRACE, Attorney.
d. ARMSTRONG, JOHN N. BENSON ,OwEH
HITcHINs, JOSEPH TMMENs, Directors.
Jan q
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

Coal BY CANAL.-Shipments by
canal for the year up to and includ.
ing Thursday aggregate 1855 boats,
carrying 295,043.l8 tons. and since
our last report SO boats have left
Cumberland with 7,0s5.l2 tons, as
follows:
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

TIE examination of apr licants for
teachers certificates was held Tues
dsyand Wednesday. The number
who underwent tie ordeal was over
one hundred, twenty-five Of whom
applied for the highest grade. The
result will be published so soon as
Examiner Cochrane can review the
work. The next examination will
take place August l4th and 18th.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21
FrOstburg, July al, 1883.

ONE-HALF to three. quarter time in
the mines is the average.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

Poor little Fanny Mills, residing
near Sandusky, Ohio, has the largest
feet in the world. The Cumberland
Neaos of Thursday gives the dimen-
sions of her left shoe-l6a inches
long, the right Is inches, and for each
of which it takes calf hide. The
Times does not state that this intelli-
gence occasioned an uprising of a
unanimous feminine sob over the loss
of championship. but then perhaps
the Times once in awhile loses a first.
class city item.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

IT is contrary to law to sell the
cartridge-toy pistol.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

"CARIo," a valuable dog belonging
to Rev. Y. F. Schmitt, was poisoned
Friday of last week by some party or
parties unknown. This was the Sec
ond attempt, the first taking place
about a week before. The applica-
ton Of remedies at that time restored
him, but against the last dose they
proved unavailing. The dog was
valued highly by it's owner, and on
account of his general good nature,
sociability and intelligence was popu-
lar in the neighborhood. Rev. Mr..
Schmitt has offered reward in our
advertising columns for such informa-
ton as he desires in regard to the
matter,
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

FALL FROM A TREE.-James Davis,
son of Mr.. John Davis, Of Borden
mine, fell from an apple-tree Monday,
and received several painful bruises.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

CHIcKENs.-Mr. John F. Tageh
has at his hennery, near town, $40
chickens, 200 OF which are hens.
From these for the nine months end
ing July lst he has obtsi ned 81, 244
eggs, or over Ito dozens. Before
tho year ending with Sept. 30th is
out he expects between 5000 and
5000 more. He has a large. conven-
lent and comfortable structure for his
chickens, which they enjoy aside from
the liberal feedin G bestowed, They
are of the Leghorn species, blooded
stock-a variety Mr.. Tagen believes
to be the most prolific as we'll as the
best for table use. He has made
many e1pe riments in this direction
and is therefore we'll qualified to
speak.
Incidental to conversation on
this subject Mr.. Tagen informed us
that since December lst last Sic
chickens had been stolen from various
parties in Frostburg. Losses of tn s
character he had escaped wing to
the vigilance with which he guards
his flock.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

A LONG TUMBLE.-One day last
week four.horse team belonging to
Mr.. A. r. Shaw, of Moscow, met
with an ACCIDENT unusually fortunate.
TIE wagon was laden with nay and
sent 10 Pekin mine, Near this point
it YVES necessary to ascend preclpit-
GUS hill to re ch the stable, in DOR g
which the wagon UPSET, carrying the
whole business somersaulting to the
county road below, a distance of at
least 400 feet. Strange to say, only
one of the horses was hurt, he but
slightly.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

The RELIEF FUND.-The canvas
sers, Messrs. Grimes and o Brien, re-
port $l03 collected last week from
mines in the lower end of this region
and Ell Garden. Added TO $634.60,
previously collected, the total reaches
$737 60. The canvassers left Monday
10 make a tour Of the Connellsville
region.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

Special attention to special articles
will be called from time to time dur
ing the season in this column-arti-
cles that we think upon examination
will commend themselves to the best
buyers.
E4itchinS Bros.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

WHO will say now that operators
never strike? +?
IT is contrary to law to sell tn,
cartridge-toy pistol.
TIE Cum berland NelOs is uneasy
about our scalp. The JOURNAL does
not reside in Cumberland.
BOATS DELAYED.-A break in the
canal near Williamspcrt early in the
week delayed the passage of boats
until Wednesday.
FALL FROM A TREE.-James Davis,
son of Mr.. John Davis, of Borden
mine, fell from an APPLE tree Monday,
and received several painful bruises.
IMPRovEMEMT.-Mr. F. G. Beall's
residence has been greatly improved
by new paint of brighter color than
| the old.
Mr.. J. ]. Keller has similarly i'm
proved his sore-front. W. Scott
Burton artist in both instances.
BASE. BALL AND P1cNIo.-The Bor.
den Shaft and Homecoming clubs will
play a match game on the formers
ground next Saturday, July 28th, for
500 a side. Both clubs are well
equipped and drilled for the co"tesU,
and close game is expected. A pic
mic will also be held on the ground.
DEATHS Mr.. Henry Ewald, of
Mt. Savage, died at that place Monday
Of heart disease.
A daughter cf William Dugan, Of
Ocean. aged 8 years, died Saturday,
July 18th.
Bessie, aged 81 years, daughter of
Solomon Hansel, near Borden Shaft
died last Sunday.
THE number Of summer sojourners
in Frostburs has exceeded expecta
tions, and we learn that more are ex-
pected. At many other resorts the
attendance has fallen off from the
reported quotas of former years. This
is not 30 bad. Had we the facilities
for accommodation in proportion to
our natural advantanes we would un-
doubtedly realize accordingly.
BRILLIANT TRIBUTE TO THE YOUNG
MEN.-A lady who made the Young
Man of the Period" the object of her
graduation essay in Pennsylvania de
clares:
If drinking, gambling, basebal-playing
and deriding relig ON could be washed out
! think / would say, the young men of the
present day are just splendid.
In this instance of course the Jour
NAL wac not alluded to, for the Jour-
NAL is nearly as venerable as the
Cumberland Neacs. But the fair one
VITO can express herself so well ought
to be wooed and won by some eligible
member Of our fraternity, mono of
whom have the vices she dislikes.
TRANSFERS OF REAL ESTATE
Thomas G. McCulloh, executor, 10
Rees G. Harris, part of 1.-THE Hotel
near Frostburg, $527.25.
Christian Fisher, MORTGAGE, to
Henry Ofman, property in Frostburg,
$Sl5.
Bridget Naughton to Eliza Gilbert,
interest in property. in Hammond 8
addition to Westernport, $50.
John L. Miller and wife to John T.
Sullivan, lot in Moscow, $50.
Thomas Dixon to Mary Dixon,
property in Georges Greek Valley
consideration nominal.
John Ryan and wife to Robert
Kiddy, sr., property in Pekin, $400.
John M. Boyd, agent, to Emily
Thomas, lot No. s, north side OF
Jackson run, $470.
GEORGES CREEK Coal Weeklg
Statistics of Shipments.-The record
Of shipments from the mines of the
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

In Stripes and Checks. ran =
ing in price from 81 10 sd
cents a yard, i'm very at
tracfive Styles and Shades.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

IMPRovEMEMT.-Mr. F. G. Beall's
residence has been greatly improved
by new paint of brighter color than
the old.
Mr.. ]. ]. Keller has similarly i'm
proved his s'ore-front. W. Scott
Burton artist in both instances.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

QUITE a commotion was created
during the early part of the month by
decision of Judge Freedman, of the
New York Supreme Court, denying
the disposition of certain money left
by decedent to be used for saying
masses for the souls of herself and
husband. The judge took the ground
that as the money passed from her to
an agent by mere request the dispo-
sition of it was open to contest-that
in law there must ba IN such cases a
beneficiary and dead people could not
so construed. Rev. V. F. Schmitt,
of this place, seeing the opinion in
full III some paper, wrote to Judge
Freedinaa questioning its soundness.
He called to mind the fact that + he
Judge allowed the use of certain mon
sy similarly set apart for building a
monument, anu ASKS Nuo III Gnl5 cdHe
but the dead are benefclaries. To
Rev. Mr.. Schmitts surprise the New
York Herald of last Sunday contain
ed his letter with commentary arti-
cles. In the same mail which brought
the Herald came also courteous
letter from Judge Freedman, ac-
companied by supplementary opin-
ion fifed in his court on the 18th inst.
In his letter he says that all persons
must not merely attempt to give, but
make an actual gift" In the opinion
he speaks of Mrs. Gilman, the deced-
ent, as having attempted to create a
trust by parol instructions" which, in
law, sis no trust at all" The issue
treated is q delicate one and will
doubtless occasion further adjudica-
ton.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21
Also a full range of prices in
Plaid MUSLINS, India LINENS,
NAlNS00KS, &c.

We can sell poor quality of
Print at cents a yard, and full 81 by
64 CLOTHS (Which is the standard)
in Light and Medium COlOrs
at z and s cents,
We advise the purchase of the best
Prints, because they are really the
cheapest in the long run.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

WHO will say now that operators
never strike
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

A CRITICAL reporter describes Mrs.
Langtrys feet as very large. We
would surmise that her visit to Cum.
berland in December, ostensibly to
play, is really one in quest of pair
Of feminine lasts of number pecu-
liar to that city. 1t might be suspect
ed also that nothing short of the pro-
ceeds of one performance would pay
for the slippers.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

AN act of the Legislature Of West
Virginia, passed in 1877, makes the
silver coins issued by the United
States legal tender in that State for
all debts, public and private. The
trade dollar is one of these coins. 1t
is, therefore, legal tender at its
nominal value in West Virginia, and
we advise all our citizens afflicted
with possession of our Chinese or
japanese currency to buy meat of
butchers who purchase cattle on the
other shore of the Potomac.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

COMMISSIONERS MEET1Nd.-At the
session of Tuesday action upon the
masonry work of the Corrigansville
bridge was again deferred, owing to
informality of the bids. The board
adjourned to meet eiday, by
which time the bids were expected to
appear in proper form.
During the session James Frew was
az pointed return judge in election
district No. 10, v,ce David Dixon, re-
signed.
A few small appropriations for re-
pairs of roads damaged by the recent
flood were made.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21
Odd Fellows Opera House
JOHN RAVENcCRAF'r, Proprietor. G.

EHlS well known ant popular ball is
open for engagements 10 all respons BILE
part es, l0c,.l or oreign. Being the large
hall in Frostburg, and con, enientiy luca-
ted, it affords the hest facilities for provid-
ing troures, lectures, fairs, festivals, etc,
with the ampest scope to secure the full
est patronage. 1t is well heated, iig hted
and ventilated, so that solid comic is
available in any season. For terms apply
to or address tie proprietor. JunU 80
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

The Hagerstown Globe is favorj d
by surveyor of thst city wi a
table giving the area Of the 23 coun-
ties of Maryland. 1t will be seen
that Dorchester is the largest and
Howard the smallest. Allegany oc-
cuples the 7th place with SOB square
miles, and Garrett 4th place with
600. These figures, however, we
hqv inherited from the surveyors of
aboriginal times and are believed here
to be grossly inaccurate. Old sur
veyors, now living, have had frequent
occasion to teet them, and all agree
that they are unreliable and that the
area of the two counties is much
larger than ll08 square miles.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

MORNINGS CooI.-Yesterday at 6
a. m. the thermometer was down to
so.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

DEATHS Mr.. Henry Ewald, OF
Mt. Savage, died at that place Monday
of heart disease.
A daughter cf William Dugan, OF
Ocean, aged 8 year,, died Saturday,
July 18th.
Bessie, aged 81 years, daughter Of
Solomon Hansel, near Borden Shaft
died last Sunday.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21
The cholera is making rapid strides
in the east. Its course is westward.


EVERY wise woman knows how
much better the corner biscuit is than
any other, as it has crust all around;
and one Of the fraternity has invented
a tin to bake an even number four, so
that every one will be corner biscuit.
TEE thanks of the JOURNAL are
extended Mrs. A. R. Blasse for rich
treat of ice cream and cake sent last
Sunday. In the preparation of these
delicacies Mrs. Blasse cannot be ex-
celled-a fact which the public ap-
pears to appreciate by liberal patron
age.
VENNoR FOR NEXT WEEK.-To-
day is fixed for rain and wind. A
cool night.
Tomorrow windy and unsettled.
Monday and Tuesday fine and
warm.
Wednesday, Thursday Friday, cool
and stormy.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

BASE. BALL AND PIoNIo.-The Bor.
den Shaft and Homecoming clubs will
play a match game on the formers
ground next Saturday, July 28th, for
500 a side. Both clubs are well
equipped and drilled for the contest,
and close game is expected. A pic
mic will also be held on the ground.
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21

morrow windy and unsettled.
Monday and Tuesday fine and
Frostburg mining journal., 1883-07-21
Heaviest shippers this year

None Of the others shipping over 4,0O(
tons.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1883-08-31

Governor Crittenden OF Missouri Is re-
ported to be considering the question OF
calling an extra session of the Legisla
ture either To amend the Downing Sun
day law no that it will apply to St
Louis, or to prepare and submit pro
hibitory amendment to the Constltu
ton at the next general election.
Representative Blackburn, OF Ken
lucky, was in Frankfort yesterday, and
said TO the editor of the Yeoman
certainly have no reservation when
speak to the people through the Yeo
man. can say that l am not can
didan for Speaker. | have made my
determination known to my friends nt
You are authorized to make the an
nouncrment public" Mr.. Blackburn
added :" After mature consideration
have consented to become candidate
for L, S. Senator, nd you are author
| lied to announce me as such.
An adjourned meeting of the Demo
Gratis dissatisfied with the organization
of the late County Convention was
held in Cincinnati yes erday. The re
port of committee appointed 70 pre-
pare plan of action declared that thu
late Convention was held contrary tt
the rules, and its work was fraudulent
and made arrangements for calling
another convention on September Sth
to nominate a ticket to be called thu
Democratic Reform Ticket" and II
he headed by the State Democratic
| ticket
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1883-08-31
(ORI0INAL)
n EAR Y
BY x. L. q.

! am weary, hssrtsick and tired,
The cares Of this life press 10 sore;
q, tell me, 10 there 10 rest for theSweary,
TIL this wearysome journey 10 Ger?
Weary Of struggling and striving,
The victory In life battle 10 win;
For the burdens Of life are 80 heavy,
So heavy, besides being laden with Elm.
Heartsick Of plans half accomplished,
OfhOpes that are never attained;
or heights never reached yet desiring,
The christians true standard " gain.
Tired Of stumbl ny and falling,
And wonder Is there friend who would
care;
Should | tell them my heartaehes and
troubles,
Would they help me my burdens To
care.
Yes, suc' friend 10 the Saviour.
For be has walked each wearysome
way;
Even he, was heartsick and weary.
For he nurmered "Father, let the cup
pass away"
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VMOROUS

| Father" said young man, ~ he
entered the house the o her evening, In
q Hurried manner, 81 have been called
and it is an insult that must be wiped
out In blood |" "Bosh bosb The
party was simply mistaken. He pro-
baby meant to call you An IDIOT
Host (reslly in agony about his
polished inlaii floor. "Hadn't You
better come on the carpet, old fellow :?
I'm afraid you might slip, you know
Guest with wooden leg)-"O it's
all right, old fellow-thanks. There's
nail in the end, you know
1t IL said "that there is nothing 80
harmless az joke" bu: the author per-
haps refers to harmless joke, for We saw
whole community demoralized by an
old resident who unintentiOnally asked
Did John Bunyan ever acknowledge
the corn?''
~ would heartily indOrse matrimOny
but for my observation of one married
person." said the hatchet-faced misan.
thrope to a party of Young men. And
who is that individual?' he was asked.
-" My wife, gentlemen.
"Look here, Pete" said dark"y TO
his companion, " don't stan on de rail
road" Why, Joe?" " kase If de
cars see dat mouf Of your'u dey will
t'ink it am de station, an run right in. v
IT has been discovered that the rail
road restaurant buns are susceptible of
high polish, and drummers through
out the country are wearing them As
watch charms and ring settings.
The difference between sacred and
secular music is not ~ great as 1t
seems at first sight. You get the latter
by the sheet, and the other by the
"chOir"
Daddy, I want To ask you qLes.
tion. Why is a gin palace like bad
shil ing 2" 81 can't toll, my lad.
"Becalse you can't pass it," said the
boy.
eff you don't give me penny, said
young hopeful to his mamma, 81
know a boy that's got the measles, and
III 20 and catch 'em."
"What is this man charged with, y
asked the magistrate. with whisky,
your worship" replied the senr,n'ious
policeman.