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The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
ShinIPY LIENS.

The yield of wheat in this section has been
very satisfactory.
Mr.. John r. Wagner threshed acres and
got 30 bushels. or an average of 334 bushels
per acre. Mr.. John Bolster received l02
bushels from acres, or "a bushels per acre.
Mr.. Richard Frizzell received so bushels
from acres, or 129 bushels per acre; 1t
was sowed very late in the fall. Others have
thrcshed, but we have not learned how much
their wheat averaged per acre.
The Zion Sabbath School have changed the
time of holding their festival from August 30th
to August 22nd and 23rd, on account of the
Deer Park picnic coming on the Both. The
festival will be held in the grove near the
church, commencing Friday, August 22nd, at
l p. m., and continue until 10 p. m, and
Saturday all day. Prominent speakers are
expected to be present, band of music to
enliven the occasion on Saturday, &c.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
Guests at windsor sulphur Spring,

In addition to those reported last week at
DR.. Jelly's "Windsor Sulphur Springs the
following are registered this week. er.s
From Baltimore, Md.AMiss Ida Barton,
Thomas Finley, Ed. Higgins, Mrs. Ed. Hig-
gins, Robt Higgins & Bro, Miss Jessie Bar
nette, Miss Gretta Higgins, A. Miller, Stewart
Nelson, Miss Maud Miller, Miss Christene
Nelson, NJ. H. Townsend, Mrs. NJ. II. Town
snd HrrS Fr6sF 6ya Miss Go5e Hpss faFOer Miss
Washington, d. C.-Mrs. A. I. King, E.
w. Gray, Miss Lizzie King, Frank Gray, Miss
Rhoda Gray, Miss Hattie Gray, Miss Ella
Gray, Capt r. w. Tyler, Mrs. r. W. Tyler,
Miss Maggie Tyler, Miss E. S. Tyler, F. X.
Tyler, Miss Margaret Rhodes, Mrs. A. T..
McCalum and family, Mr.. w. A. Boykin
and family, Norfolk. Va.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
.julG 26-ts
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS.
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE,

COMMISSIONERS OFFICE,
Westminster, Nd, July q, 1884.
In pursuance of an Act of the General As
sembly, passed at January Session, 1874, |
hereby give the following Notice to Taxpayers:
This is to give notice that the County Com
missioners of Carroll county have made their
annual levy on the assessable property of said
county, for State and County Taxes for the
year eighteen hundred and eighty -forur, and
that all persons or incorporate institutions that
shall pay their State and County Taxes on or
before the first day of September, next, shall
be entitled to deduction of five per centum
on the amount of said taxes; and ifpaid on or
before the first day of October, next, a deduc-
ton of four per centum; and if paid on or be-
fore the first day of November, next, deduc-
ton of three per centum; that said taxes will
be in arrear on the first day of January, next,
and bear interest from that date; that all per-
sons or incorporate institutions failing to pay
their State and County Taxes before the same
shall be in arrears, will render the property
and estate of such delinquent liable to be sold
for the prompt payment of said taxes.
CHAS. +. LAUVER.
July 26.4t County Treasurer.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
DUBLIC SALE OF TWO VAL
1 UABLE FARMS

By virtue of the power of sale contained IN
the last will and testament Of Samuel Weant,
deceased, and in pursuance of an order OF the
Orphans Court Of Carroll county, Nd, passed
on the 7th day of July, 1884, the undersigned
will offer at public sale, ON the premises, sit
uated on the county road leading from Plney
Creek Meeting House to Two Tayerns, about
l mile from Harney, and adjoining lands OF
Jonas Harner, Abe Ridinger and others, on
Saturday, the 10th day of august, 1881,
at o'clock, p. M, all that valuable farm,
containing
11S ACRES OF LAND, MORE or LESS,
improved with large two.story AHsM--N
Brick Dwelling House, a Swift mo HH
er Barn, 40x75, Wagon Shed,
Corn Crib, Wash House, and
other out buildings; two wells of water, one
at the barn and the other at the house. This
property is under good fencing and has water
in every field. Acres of this property is in
growing timber.
Farm No. ? adjoins the above described
property, and contains
go ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS,
and is improved with a two story Brick
Dwelling House, Hog House, Stable, is under
good fencing, and has upon it about Acres
of good timber. There is a never failing
spring OF water near the mouse, an eXcelient
young orchard in good bearing condition on
this place.
Also at the same time and place will be sold
Wood Lot containing 3 ACRES AND 2
R00DS of Land, more or less, situated in
Adams county, Pa, Hamiltonban township,
miles from Fairfield. This lot has on it
| frst-class timber.
Terms Of Sdle.-0ne-third part of the pur-
chase money to be paid cash on the day of
sale, or upon the ratification thereof; the bal
ance to be paid in two equal instalments of
one and two years respectfully from day of
sale, with interest and to secured to the salts
fiction of the Executor
GEO. W. WEANT, Executor.
Chas. B. Roberts, Attorney for Estate.
july 19-4t
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
A Fatal Fall.

Levi Magee, living near Uniontown, met
with an accident about 6 o clock on Thursday
evening of last week, which proved fatal. He
was at work on the farm of Capt. j. c. Bru-
baker hauling hay, and in attempting to get
down from the wagon, fell to the ground on
his head and shoulder. He was paralyzed
from the shoulder down by the fall and died
about o'clock the next day.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
wooii,iua Hams

The paper mill at Morgan has shut down on
account of the depressed condition of the pa
per trade.
1t is thought that Rev. o. Warfeld, our
young minister, will be appointed missionary
to Japan when the next conference convenes.
T. B. Belts is having a large warehouse
erected at this place-W. Colson, Abner Cos
nell, B. X. Belts, masons; Captain Woodward,
of Howard county, carpenter.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
JOHN WESLEY BIGGS,
THEODORE II. BIGGS,
A CHANGE in Proprietorship
. OF THE
WESTMINSTER CITY HOTEL.

Having taken charge of the above Hotel
and thoroughly renovated it, am now pre-
pared to accommodate either transient or
permanent custom in the best manner. Per-
sons attending court will receive especial at
tention.
The stables are in charge of reliable and
experienced hostler, and guests are assured
that their horses will be promptly fed and at
tended to.
Free Hack to and from the depot for all
guests. H H. POWER,
Formerly of Dill House, Frederick; Antie-
tam House, Hagerstown; Arctic House, Cape
May, and proprietor of the City Hotel, Lam
caster, Pa. may 5:tf
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
ClevcIand and Hendriclss club.

On Saturday last Cleveland and Hendricks
Campaign Club was organized at Hampstead,
with the following officers: DR.. r. c. Wells,
president; James Shriver and VIM. A. Abbott,
vice presidents; A. NJ. Ruby, recording sec
retary; Thomas O'Neill, treasurer; Frank I.
Newbelle, corresponding secretary; Executive
Committee-M. F. Allgire, Michael Buch-
man, Lewis Green, d. A. Ebaugh, Oliver
Murray and Joseph A. Abbott.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
weather RECORD for the Week.

July 26-mercury 7s at a. m. and 20 at
p. M; generally cloudy. July 27-mercury
6S at a. m. and 73 at 2 p. m; cloudy and
showery. July y28-mercury 60 at a. m. and
q at 2 p. M; cloudy with rain at night July
29-mereury Sc at n. m. and II at p. m.
clondy and showery. July 30-mercury "a
upto 10 a. M, followed by clear weather.
July SI-mercury 81 at Z a. m. and 76 at 2 p.
M cloudy and showery, clear at night. Au.
gust mercury ca at a. m. and 80 at l.
an; clear.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
VALUABLE REAL ESTATE
Y In Freedom District, Carroll county, Nd,
.r.. AT PUBLIC SALE.

The undersigned will offer at Public Sale,
on the premises, on
Thursday, 7th day Of august. 1881,
the three following tracts of land, viz = 1st, a
tract containing
Al ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS,
of which Acres is good Woodland. The
Improvements consist of Log
House, well of water at the AIA-,S
door, Stable, Corn House, &c. ~ ~ Ez
The second tract contains 6sa551szzGz- a5t1fasszz-
G34 ACRES OF LAND, MORE or LESS,
of which 25 Acres is in fine Timber, consist
ing of chestnut and oak. The third tract
consists of
40 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS,
of which IA Acres is in good chestnut and
oak Timber. These several tracts lie about
three-quarters of mile from Louisville, on
the Nicodemus road. s...
Sale to commence at 2 o. clock, p. NJ.
Terms Of Sale.-0ne- third cash, balance in
G and months; or all cash, at the option of
the purchaser or purchasers.
Persons desiring to examine the land will
call at the first named place.
CHARLES w. LEE,
july 12-ts JAMES T. CONAWAY.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
COOK BUGG1Gs1 dG9x n,1ee1rs,

The people are invited to call at my BUGGY
REPOSITORY, on Main Street, Westminster,
and examine my assortment of
BUGGIES, PHKTONS and CARRIAGES.
| sell none but the celebrated Louis Cook
Manufacture. This is the eighth season for
me in the business. The first season | sold
two, last season | sold eighty-nine. l can
show five Buggies sold to one family. l only
ask any one to call and see me before pur-
chasing. | will, not be undersold by any one,
and will make good every word l say in the
sale of vehicle or no sale.
HARNEss-It will pay any man to come
twenty miles to buy set of Harness of me.
l sell Harness cheaper than any man in Ma
ryland. sold ffty-fve sets last year. | will
also sell Whips and Lap Spreads. l don't
recommend them, they are too cheap to be
good.
Come and see me at my old stand, $50 yards
west of the Railroad, next door to John
! Keen's Green Grocery. Should | be away
! from town, see E. o. Grimes, at the Depot.
X. C. MATTHEWS.
P ST. am Agent for the sale of very
fine SPRING WAGON made by John Eek
enrode, price $4,000. Also several two-horse
Spring Wagons made for the an Agricultural
Company, price $4,000 each; cost $3.50 one
year ago Two second hand Carriages. A
new Dayton Wagon made by Jno. Eckenrode,
a fine job.
apr l2-Gm R. C. MATTHEW'S.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
TRUsTEE'S SALE
Il OF
VALUABLE LITTLE FARM.
In Manchester district, Carroll county,

By virtue of decree of the Circuit Court
for Carroll county in Equity, the subscriber,
Trustee thereby appointed, will offer at public
sale, or the premises, situated about one quar-
ter of a mile from the village of Pleasant Val
| ley, on the road leading to the Westminster
and Taneytown road, on
Saturday, the 9TH day Of Aug,tst, 1884,
at l o'clock, P NJ, all the real estate whereof
the late Abdiel J. Bankert died seized, con-
sisting of nice little farm containing
50 ACRES, l ROOD and &c PERCHES
of land, more or less, of good quality, about
Acres of Woodland, fine meadow, an ex-
cellent orchard and plenty of the usual kinds
of fruit. The improvements consist of a good
two and a halfstory Log House,
cased with brick, having six AI@M-S
rooms, a Summer Kitchen, a1S SS .sSSA
Smoke House, Bake House, E4ijz11t1i.sssss5
Carriage House, Corn Crib, Hog House,
Bank Barn with Sheds, &c.
The above property is situated in fine
neighborhood, convenient to churches, school,
mills, stores, smith shop, &C., and well worthy
the attention of any seeking a small farm.
Isaiah Stair has the right to the buildings
and pasture on said land till 1st of April next,
but the purchaser can have the right, as soon
as he complies with the terms of sale, to have
the use of the balance of the land to put out
fall crop or do any necessary work, as soon
as the crops now growing are removed.
Terms.-One-third of the purchase money
to be paid on the day of sale or ratification
thereof; one-third in one year, and one third
in two years, with interest from sale, to be
secured by the notes of the purchaser, with
approved sureties.
EDWARD GEIMAN, Trustee.
Jos. NJ. Parke, Solicitor.
july lots VIM. Brown, Auctioneer.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02

At Littlestown last Friday afternoon the
Westminster nine was defeated by the Littles-
town club by score of 16 to 8. There was
much dissatisfaction manifested by the West
minister club at the rulings of the umpire Ia
member of the Littestown club,) and three
times the club left the field, but were persuad-
ed to finish the game. -r.,rls1 .-
WESTMINSTER BATTING AND FIELDING RECORD.
The following is the batting and fielding
average of Westminster Base Ball Club, not
including the Littlestown game on last Friday,
the highest possible average being 1000:
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02

This is to give notice that the~subscribers
have obtained from the Orphans Court of
Carroll county, in Maryland, letters testa-
mentary on the Personal Estate of
RACHEL HOPPE,
late of Carroll county, deceased. All per
sons having claims against the deceased are
hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the
vouchers thereof legally authenticated, to the
subscribers on or before the 26th day of Febru.
airy, 1885; they may otherwise by law be ex.
cluded from all benefit of said estate.
Given under our hands this 22d day Of
july, 1884.
GEORGE EDWIN HOPPE,
JOSHUA w. Herring,
LEWIS C. MYERLY,
iuly 26-4t . Executors.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
THE "FACILE" BICYCLE.

THE "FACILE" BICYCLE.
Safe, Comfortable and Swift; Easy
to Mount and Dismount; Easy
to Learn, Easy to Drive, Wonder
full Hill Climber, Unequalled for
Night Riding and Rough Roads.
A Bicycle that any one who has the use OF
his members, regardless of age, may mount
without fear, learn without difficulty and ride
without danger or undue exertion.
The Sanspariel, Columbia. Ameri-
can Club, Peerless, Ideal, and any other
Bicycle made, furnished to order, and pur-
chaser taught to ride free of charge.
For further particulars call on or address
C. E. FINK,
June 21-3m Westminster, Md.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
A cARD-To Suffering Humanity
- DIR. A. B. ALBAUGH.

DIR. A. B. ALBA UGH,
Late of Indianapolis, Indiana, now located
in Westminster, Nd, MAKES SPECIALLY OF
ALL CHRONIC DISEASES, Dyspepsia, Sick
Headache, Costiveness, Piles, Liver Com
plaint and all Female Complaints, Consump-
ton, Bronchitis, Asthma, Catarrh, St. Vitus'
Dance, Epilepsy, Hysteria, Nervousness, Neu-
ralgia, General Debility, Blood and Skin
Diseases, Old Ulcers and Sore Limbs, Lame
Back, all Urinary and Kidney affections, en-
larged Tonsels, Erysipelass, Palpitation of the
to cure Headache in one minute. viii visit
any part of the country Consultation free.
Your patronage solicited. Respectfully,
A. B. ALBAUGH, M. d.
OFFICE-0ppositeD Derr's old stand, Main
street, Westminster, Md. june14:3m
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
NOTICE TO FARMERS,
EoR SALE OR RENT.

EOR SALE OR RENT.-A large
JIG Dwelling, containing IL
rooms, situated in the village of Sa@
Hampstead, near the depot. rrs aSs ~
land, upon which there is both fruit and or
ings. Suitable for a hotel or boarding house.
Can be bought at a reasonable price, as par.
ties are absent. For terms apply to
DIR. 81. M. DRACH, Hampstead, Md,
Or address Mrs. E. C. Tennison, New
burgh, Charles county, Md. mar 15-tf
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
TO THE PUBLIC.

/ have reftted and remodeled my Bake
House and Oven and am prepared to furnish
and supply the public as heretofore with pure
and fresh BREAD, ROLLS, BISCUIT,
PIES and CAKES in great varieties, on short
notice and accommodating terms. | keep
only my own make, and no unwholesome
weddings, sociables, festivals, church and
school parties with cakes of all kinds and on
short notice We make speciality Of omr
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
TO CREDITORS.

AN
This is to give notice that the subscri-
bers have obtained from the Orphans Court
of Carroll county, in Maryland, letters Testa-
mentary on the Personal Estate of
JAMES w. BIGGS,
late of Carroll county, deceased. All persons
having claims against the deceased are hereby
warned to exhibit the same, with the vouchers
THEORETICALLY authenticated, to the subscribers
on or before the 18th day of February, 1885;
they may otherwise by law be excluded from
all benefit Of said estate.
Given under our hands this 10Th day of
July, 1884.
JOHN WESLEY BIGGS,
THEODORE II. BIGGS,
Executors.
We have appointed G. W. Crapster,
ESQ.,, Westminster, as our Agent, and all
persons indebted are requested to call at his
Office and settle. july 19:4t
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
ITO THE PUBLIC.

Having Withdrawn from the firm of NJ.
Schaeffer 4 Co., with whom have been for
six years, will open business for myself
about the first of April in the room opposite
J. 7. Wampler's store, and will conduct a
ing and spouting business. All kinds of pipe
furnished and laid. Slate mantles of all styles
furnished at the lowest price. Large stock of
milk cans on hand or made to order old ones
repaired. Mending and repairing at the low
est price. Tools and machinery of modern
patterns. An experienced timer employed.
Personal attention given to all work. Work
done by us guaranteed. A liberal share of
the public patronage solicited. RG~ Agent
for the Splendid Fire Place Heaters. Other
makes furnished to order. Estimates free of
charge. .-.t.-. 0. d. GILBERT
mar 24-lyr Westminster, Md.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
MARYLAND BISCUITS.

In connection Herewith is our ICE CREAM
SALOON, and will serve only pure cream.
With thanks for former patronage, ! am, re-
spectfully yours, j. NJ. HORST,
Proprietor of Maryland Bakery,
East Main st. [jy19:3t] Westminster, Md.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
cHAs. BILLISesLEA. D, DIS. c. F.. BAusHNAN, D. D. $
PILLINGSLEA & BAUGHMAN,
DENTISTS.
Office One Door West of the Union National
Bank, Westminster, Md.

VIII visit the following places:
Union Bridge.-1st Wednesday and Friday
following of each month.
Nep Windsor.-2d Wednesday and Friday
following of each month.
Taneytocn.-Next to the last and the last
Friday in each month, remaining until Satnr-
day evening.
One of the firm can always be found in the
Office. sep 23-tf
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
NoMMIssIoNRRs, NOTICE.

The County Commissioners of Carroll
county will meet at their Office, in West
minister, on the FIRsT MONDAY OF AUGUsr,
1884, for the transaction OF business.
By order, CHAS. Il. LAUYER,
July ~ Clerk.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
aur DEMOCRATIC ADVOCATE,
IL prRIIsHED EVERY SATURDAY BY g
,ANDERFORD BROS
.OvxrR OF MAIN AND CENTRE STREETS.

~,pus-s2 per year in advance. Single copies
TEhN9 subscription discontinued until all arrears
fniS ! UsuIess nj the option of the publishers.
sp PSSl9PSTISINGi PSlP RATES.0ne square Is SlinesJ viii
4pr,od times or less forSl. and % cents for each
lsanent \ St Insertion One square smSnths ld $500
nOnihs' lines, SIS per year. When the number oi
eedissn Is not marked advertisements will be con-
s Sans %na h%Fssa fsaS
siyeIlipsse Rmle and Figure Work double price
BUSHES, Iocals 10 cents per line. Marriages and
Bisnei inserted free Obituaries and personal CON-
IealhIsss cents per line.
~ correspondence with this Office should be
sss,.sed y 10 THE ADVOCATE.
sddrsS al the Post Office Westminster, Maryland as
End Class Matter.
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02

THE SABBATH SCHOOL of the
u German Lutheran Church at Deer Park
will hold its annual picnic on Saturday,
August 2. Recitltions and singing by the
children Westminster Band will be present.
Refreshments sold for the benefit of the
school. F.srse july 5-4t
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02

WAITl
WAIT
WAIT

He is coming again, and is Endorsed by the
press and public. According to promise and
by request of many citizens,
The Democratic advocate., 1884-08-02
FREDERICK BREHM,
LAWRENCE ZEPP,
WILLIAM STRUTH,
sn And Fifteen Others.
"OUSE AND LOT
IL AT PUBLIC SALE.

HOUSE AND LOT
Ii AT PUBLIC SALE.
As Attorney for the owner, l will sell at
Public Sale, to the highest bidder, on the
premises, on
Saturday, August 2, 1884,
at clock, P. NJ, a parcel of land contain
ing ACRES, ROOD and q PERCHES
OF LAND, more or less, which is improved
with two-s story Log Dwelling 49,
House, Stable, Corn House, A,HA-S
&C.; well of water at the house. NJ NJ ~
There is an abundance of fruit e1i594535-ss e1i59s515S.
trees on the premises, apple, peach, cherry,
and other fruit. This property was formerly
occupied by Samuel Robinson, is about one
fourth of mile from Tannery Station on the
Western Maryland Railroad, and adjoins the
land of John Sharp, Lewis Green and others.
Terms of ,Sale-One half cash, and the
other one-halfin nine months, the credit pay
ment to be secured by note with approved
security, bearing interest from day of sale.
CHAS. u. REIFSNIDER,
Attorney for owner.
july 12 is R. C. Matthews, Auctieneer.
Semi-weekly interior journal. [volume] (Stanford, Ky.) 1881-1905, 1884-06-06
Tho Washington Monument.

AT the rate OF progress made last year
the shaft will be completed by December,
1885, says a Washington correspondent.
II will then have reached the hight of 555
feet. What a place for the American
Eagle to roost onl Eighty-seven feet high.
er than the spire Of the Cathe dral at Stras-
burg; forty.four feet added to the towers
OF the cathedral at Cologne; St. Peters at
Rome seen" and lO7 feet "gone better"
while that miserable little pretension Of
a Milan cathedral, with its 355 feet from
the pavement to the top OF the Msdonna's
head, is absolutely nowhere in this race
toward the sky. Cheops and King Shafra,
sAinted mummies at one time resting un.
derneAth their clumsy old pyramids,
would, IL they had not been rudely dis.
turbed by some OF the Maspero tribe,
burst their bondage With envy. and turn
in their graves with disgust at the thought
that barbarisna in a distant land built
higher than they did. That architectural
"e1travaganza," the Cologne cathedral, with
its pinnAcles, Of what earthly use are its
tsperins, prickly looking spires2 Can any
body sit with comfort on top OF them?
Just contrast them with the Washington
monument At the hight Of 500 feet the
American eagle will be able to squat with
perfect ease and digniied security on g.
225 square feet, Plenty Of room there
for his brood Of thirty. eight and ample &C.
commodation for any increase in the
famil7-no doubt about that. What a
satisfaction it must he to him 10 know
that he sits on a chimney weighing more
than $4,000 tons, and costing $4,000.
Semi-weekly interior journal. [volume] (Stanford, Ky.) 1881-1905, 1884-06-06
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT.

The following order was made by the
Lincoln Circuit Court of levy, composed Of
the county Judge and justices of the county,
at its term held June >, 1854.
The committee heretofore appointed by
by this court to draft resolutions relative
to the death OF NJ. 5. Peyton, Esq present.
ed and read their report to the court, which
was unanimously approved and ordered to
be recorded with the minutes and publish.
ed ia the INTERIOR JOURNAL and the same
is here recorded as follows:
WHEREAS, Almighty God in the exercise
Of His providence has bv death removed
from our midst NJ. S. Peyton, a former
member OF this court, and whereas the
members Of this court, who are alike &C.
quainted with his virtues, both IA a cubl ic
servant and private citizen, and DESTROYS
Of presenting fitting testimonial thereof,
be il
Res0lted, That the present members OF
this court do hereby unimously express the
following estimate of his character that "a
citizen and a neighbor be was public
spirited, kind in his relations with his fell
low men, patriotic and honest; as an OFF,
cisl careful, psinstaking, faithful and con-
scientious 10 every particular, usiDg his ut
most eIertions at all times in the exercise
of the duties Of his Office to promote justice
among the people and to build up their in
terests in his community and county,
That we recognize in his death a loss
both to his neighbors and friends as a pri
vate citizen and to the public service.