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The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1884-05-02

LrEPLEss Moths, made miserable lyA 'er-
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1884-05-02

DANIEL.-On sunday, April q. ls8l, 9
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1884-05-02

). N. IRVING, ?. N.
The state rights democrat. [volume] (Albany, Linn County, Oregon) 1865-1900, 1884-05-02
Llan coua.y sabbath school Association.

NJ. YouNo, Secretary.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
Robers G.rrest Elected.
CHOSEN PRESIDENT AT A MEETING OF
THE BALTo. AND OHIO DIRECTORS.

CHOSEN PRESIDENT AT A MEETING OF
THE BALTo. AND ONO DIRECTORS.
Attic special meeting ofthc Board
ofDirectois of the Baltimore and Ohio
Railroad company Mr.. Robert
Garrett, vhe-president Of the COM
pany, was unanimously elected
president; Mr.. Samuel Spencer, sec
ond vice-president, was elected vice
president, and Mr.. Thomas Nj. King,
general superintendent of the Pitts
burg Division Of the road, was elect
ed second vice-president. The board
also elected Mr.. Bradford Durham
general manager OF the entire Balti-
more aud Ohio system and Mr.. VIII
liam NJ. Clements general ,superin-
tendent ofits main stem and branch
es. 1t also confirmed Mr.. G. J..
Fofeacre as general superintendent.
OF the trans-0hio divisions. The
nomination Of Mr.. Garrett e. tie
presidency " Judge Dohbin WAS
seconded incomplimentary terms BY
members 81 the board, representing
Stockholders, city and state inter-
ests.
On beng informed Of his election
Mr.. Garrett said that he accepted
the office with full appreciation Of
the high honor and a deep sense of
the responsibilities of the position.
1t would be his aim to adhere closely
to the traditional policy Of the com
pany, to which is due its great sue
cess in the past, and in carrying out
that policy, relying upon the direct
ors and officers Of the company for
advice, assistance and active coop
GRAFTON, he should not shrink from
the responsibilities which attached
to the Office, nor hesitate to indulge
the hope that the success of the road
in the future may be as marked as in
the past.
Mr.. w. M. Clements is well known
rs the efficient master Of the trans
portation department. of the main
stem and branches of the Baltimore
and Ohio Railroad. The appoint
ment Of Mr.. Clements as general
superintendent Of the main stem and
confirmation Of Mr.. Foreacre as gen.
eral superintendent ofthe trans-Ohio
Division will take effect on Deem
Der l.
1t is understood resolution was
offered fixing the salary of the Pres
ident at $25, 900 per annum, but this
amount was declined by Mr.. Garrett,
and, at his request, his salary re-
mains the same as whenhe filed the
office of vice-president.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

General Sherman and Jefferson
Davis, being both retired, have leis-
ure to fight the war over again. The
doughty Tecumseh, in a speech to =
Grand Army post, called Davis .
conspirator, and the ex-Confederato
chieftain writes back to the Missouri
Republican denying that he ever was
q conspirator, and calls upon Sher-
man to produce the proof, or "wear
the brand Of base slanderer Gen.
Sherman refuses to answer through
the newspapers, but proposes to
write to Mr.. Davis personally, and
he adds 1--WE will settle the matter
between us" The General is said
to have blood in his eye. We hope
these two irascible old gentlemen
viii keep their quarrel this side Of
the pistols and coffee stage Press.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
An Eloping Couple Captured.
THE MAN CHARGED WITH SEDUCTION, AMI
THE WOMAN WITH BIGAMY

WHEELING, w Va, Nov24 About
six months ago o man, woman and
three children arrived in this city.
There was nothing about them to at
tract unusual attention, and, securing
a pleasant house on the island, the
aristocratic portion of the city, they
settled down. The man gave his
name as John Ell Stancliffe, and soon
went to work in the Office of the Do
nestle Machine Company here
They were good neighbors, and were
favorably regarded by those who
formed their acquaintainces To-day
Deputy Sheriff Blyler, of Des Moines
Iowa, arrived in the city and arrested
Stancliffe and wife on requisition
from the Governor of Iowa, charging
the TO mer with seduction and the
latter with bigamy. Blyler states
that Stancliffe's wife is really Mrs
Hannah w McConkey, who on July
It'll last, eloped from Monroe county,
Iowa, at Stancliffe's solicitation, com
ing direct to this city. The arrest
was SO unexpected that the woman
was FRUSTRATED. This afternoon
Stancliffe sold everything they had
in the house, and tonight he, his
wife and her three boys, aged two
and a-half, seven and nine years res
pectively, are in Jail, but viii leave
in the morning for Iowa. The wom-
an says her husband was untrue and
abused and neglected her, and that
the present movement is wholly the
result of a desire for revenge Mrs.
McConkey's parents are among the
wealthiest and most respectable peo-
pie Of Iowa.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
Vanclevesville.

Oyster supper at Mt. Zion tonight.
Preaching at Friendship church
tomorrow night.
Mr.. G. S. Hopkins, Of Alexander,
Va, was with us this week.
Mr.. John Beard, our village black
smith, is off on business trip to
Pennsylvania.
Mr.. Kiracoffe, Of Leetown was in
our midst few days since looking
after some business interests.
Patrons and friends Of Vancleves-
Vile school are invited to attend the
recapitulation Of lessons and rhetor-
ical drill every Friday.
Mr.. Geo. Ramsburg & Son are the
largest shippers of country produce
in this part of the county. We no
ticed $50 fine turkeys in his yards
one day last week.
Another accident at Couchman's
bridge. This seems to be fated
place for the iron horse to deal his
death blows. However, no deaths
this time, only little "smash-up.'
but it would be well for the Railroad
Company to erect sign with skull
and cross bones. LULA.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
West Virgtnia's Rival to
LufAy.

ST. GEORGE, w. VA, Nov 23.-The
existence of a cavern in the vicinity
of beaver Hole on Cheat river, has
been known for years, but it was
never explored until the last week.
when party of gentlemen devoted
a day to an examination of the cave.
1t proves to be a remarkable cavern,
or rather series of caverns, for there
are five of them, all connected. The
lower one was explored distance
of mile, and the upper one for two
miles. There is q small stream in
the lower one, but the upper is CON-
paratively dry. The chambers are
large, and have evidently peen clear
ed Of debris at some former period.
In one, evidences of fire were
found, and remnants Of bones. The
latter will be carefully examined.
The cave is almost on the line of the
of the new West Virginia Central
Railroad.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

Among arrivals since our last com
munication we observe Miss Rebecca
Hedges, of Missouri; Miss Miller, of
Frederick, Md, guests of Miss Laura
Miller.
Mr. Hamilton French, some time
ago in the employ of the b. & 0. r.
r. Company, now residing in Pitts
burg, has been in our midst, and
seems well pleased with his berth in
the service of he Pennsylvania r. r.
Company.
The Democratic torchlight process
sion occurred in this village on Fri
day night last, as per programme,
and was largely attended by persons
from all sections Of the country
It is rumored that some Of the
holders of minor Offices under the q
5. Government are already living ia
expectation of having Their heads
chopped fearful that the still small
voice of Grover, spare that child, 7
viii not be needed
Mr.. S. Fl. Kisilger, formerly OF
this county, now Of Tiffin, Ohio, after
All absence of several years, reached
North Mountain short time since.
and is the guest of Mr.. William Cun-
bingham.
Messrs J. r. Criswell, VIM Xii.
mer, L. o. Willis, and DR. Downey,
of Maryland, took their departure on
Monday last for Great Cacapon, an,
the new enterprise among us, Oh
their return, will be sailing and ship
ping venison.
Mr.. John w Miller, of Johnson
town, lost married daughter, living
near Winchester, from that scourge
Of the race, consumption. Though a
long sufferer, her Affections were
borne with christian fortitude, and
we trust she has now received the
reward OF all faithful servants
The services in the Protestant
Episcopal Church, by Rev Leavell,
on Thanksgiving day, were of an ap
propriate character, and we'll adapted
to the occasion.
MIR. p / Mussetter has completed
the warehouse at his store, which
adds both to the size and appearance
Of the building.
Mr.. j. H. Miller and son are now
in Baltimore securing winter stock
of goods, which will be ready for in
spection at an early day.
REPORTERS
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

Butchering is the order of the day
about this time.
On last Monday we had another
foretaste Of winter, which is thought
will be severe.
Mr.. N. Nj. Smaltz returned home
on last Saturday from a visit to
Hampshire county.
The Harmony Sunday school is
making preparations to celebrate
Christmas by having tree.
Everything seems to be quiet
about the Lane at last, all have con-
coded Cleveland's election and now
begin to feel conscious that there
will be no unusual motion or rota-
ton of the earth.
On last Sunday evening we had
quite refreshing rain, which caused
us villagers to rejoice in the blest
assurance that the Master has not
forgotten us, and that we are still
the objects of His care and the re-
cipients Of His bountiful blessings.
1t is rumored that those interested
in the cause of education will again
organize lyceum at this place for
the especial benefit ofthe young, the
old, the gay, the middle-aged, and
those afflicted with the blues. The
society proved to be success last
winter and it can be made just as in
teresting this winter, ifeach one will
lay aside embarrassment and put on
goaheaditiveness and work.
The following was produced in ten
minutes by little girl, Luella B..
Smaltz, being her first attempt at
poetry:
1.-The leaves have fallen from the trees,
The fields look brown and bare,
The birds have ceased their merry song:
Winter will soon be here.
ARCTURUs.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
Pressed lsrirnks.

During last year CSC, $50 real e.
tate sales took place in France.
In New England league clubs are
being formed for the winter, with 81
regular schedule of 1l2 games each,
for the playing OF polo on roller
skates.
Citizens of Washington viii this
winter use every possible legal
means to secure the removal Of the
vailroad tracks from the heart Of
the Capital.
The pedestal for the Bartholdi
statue Is now sixteen and one-half
feet high---exactlv sixteen and one
half feet higher taas. the pile of
specie on hand to fluiah IL.
The Young mems Christian Asso-s
citation Of Little Rock, Ark, are
very active, and are constructing i
building for the Association to cost,
when completed, $4,000
The yaiueof specie and paper used
~ money In the United States on
the first Of October was 81 900 ,OO0,-
900, but IT was then, aud alas, il still
unequaly distributed.
Italy spent 100000 in one month
IN trying to check the spread Ok
cholera, and France claims the loss
to her this year, through trade and
travel being largely reduced Is over
800 900 800.
Companies that insure tho lives 81
children in England are becoming
unusually wealthy. After few pay
ments large percentage Of the poll
tics are allowed to lapse, and the
companies are called upon to meet
very few obligations.
Nevada, during the last two years,
has sold about 100000 acres of
its lande,. and about $4,000 per
month is coming into the state from
such sales. Should this ratio con-
tinue, in fifteen years the last acre
of land belonging to the state will
have been disposed Of.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

expect to see wheat and corn ad-
vance in price, as our frien Is, the
Democratic speakers, said in their
speeches OF this place, that the Re-
publican party were responsible for
the ruinous prices of grain, and in
fact all the products of the soil Be-
fore the November election we offer
ed party S3c. for his wheat; today
it would only bring Toe. Looks q
little blue to start on But we sin
cerely hope that prices viii got bet
ter, even if it is under Democratic
administration,
The float on the river at Shep-
herdstown came off. This, l sup.
pose, is the last one. As the wind
blows and the waves flow, SO some
people go. Your humble correspon-
dent win always stand to that which
IN his judgment. he believes to be
right, if he stands alone. Yes, Sir, ]
an proud of nay vote for Blaine. II
| would have been the ouly one in
Jefferson TO vote for him, would
teel still prouder of it. Never be
ashamed of what yon believe to be
right, and never say anything you
iont mean Any man is always re-
spected more for sticking to what
he believes to be right. A hypocrit
is despised by all honest and good
citizens, regardless of party associa
lions or assertions in the past or af.
filiations to any party in the future,
Honest thoughts, honestly expressed
and honestly carried out. will in the
near future have a great bearing up
on our political career.
FLASH
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
Probable Effects If 4 Change
or m1mlseratlOm.

The effect of change of admin
istration on the employees of the Gov
eminent is now the most interest
ing question in Washington. Ac-
cording to the report Of the Civil
Service Commission there are ia all
about 10000 persons holding office
in the United States, so 900 ofwhom
are postmasters, 1000 are in the
Railway Mail service, and 200 in
the Internal Revenue Service, out
side Of Washington, the rest being
divided among customs and consul
lar service and officers and clerks Of
Congress and the Federal Courts.
A large proportion Of the whole, are
however classed as laborcrs. Com
ing within the provision of the civil
service laws, and being protected
thereby are three classes, as follows:
1862 department employees receiv-
ING salaries from 5000 TO 81 800 per
annm.
$500 Postal employees receiving
from $500 to $l,S00 per annum, aud
2,5T3 Custom employees receiving
from 5000 to 81 500 per annum.
In the three branches Of the clas-
sified service, there are, therefore.
about $4,000 places that can be fill
ed by competitive examination only.
This leaves the large number Of &c.
600 persons subject to removal more
than half Of whom are postmasters.
In Washington the change will not.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

The ponds in the vicinity Of Lew
iston, Maine, put on their first coat
ing of ice on Saturday morning.
Willie S. Hutton and Elmer Itch
field, accompanied by one Of Litch-
fields small brothers, went out to
see If there was any skating. While
Elmer and Willie were on the shore
strapping on their skates, the little
fellow went out on the ice and broke
through. The two elder boys went
to the rescue, got into deep water,
and were both drowned. The small
boy was SO light that the thin sheet
of ice to which he chung held him
up until help arrived and took him
out, badly frightened and chilled,
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
Iowa,s Omcial Returns.

DEs MONIES, Iowa, Nov 24.-The
State Board Of Canvassers complet-
ed the canvass of the returns from
presidential electors to-day, with the
following results: Blaine, 67,089;
fusion, 1T 1885; Republican plurali-
ty, i9,8O3. 1t is impossible to fix
the vote for st. John exactly, as
there was no uniformity among the
ballots throughout the state. St.
Johns vote, however, was very close
to 1000.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

Mr.. George Alfred Townsend, of
New York city, the well-known
newspaper correspondent, who writes
under the nom de plume of "Gath, J"
has purchased fourteen acres Of land
situated on the summit Of South
Mountain, at Champions Gap, a few
miles southwest of Middletown,
Frederick county, Md, paying there
for the sum of five hundred dollars.
Mr.. Townsend will Immediately be-
gin the erection of a summer resi-
dence on this historic location. The
house is to be 40 by 40 feet, two
stories high, and will command a
magnificent view ofthe entire Mid
dletown Valley
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
The Centennial Legion.
PREPARING TO REORGANIzE FOR THE IN
AUGURATTON OF CLEVELAND.

New York, Nov. 25.--Major Geo.
w. Mclean is actively engaged in
reorganizing the Centennial Legion
(Which was formed in 1876, and par
ticipated in the various centennial
celebrations Of that year), for the
purpose of taking part in the inaug-
uation of the president on the 4th
of March next. The legion consists
of one company Of one hundred men
from each Of the original thirteen
states, namely: New Hampshire,
Massachusetts, Rhode Island and
Connecticut, with field officer in
command selected by those compa-
MES; one company from New York,
New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Del.
aware, with a field officer selected by
those companies; one company from
Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina,
South Carolina and Georgia, with a
field officer Of their selection. Each
company to number not less than
eighty men. The rank of the field
officers to be determined by the Of
ficers so selected, they to appoint
the staff officers of the command.
As soon as responses have been re-
ceived from the commands to whom
communications have been sent, a
committee will be appointed, with
headquarters in New York, consist
ing Of officers of one company from
each Of the three subdivisions, to
cooperate with and assist the field
officers. The legion to rendezvous
at Washington, and report for duty
on the morning of March 4th, 1885.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
Mr.. sslainc's Fulure Uourss.
Washington disrM h 10 Indianapolis
Journal Rem. 4 IA Il


A gentleman told me that he'
had conversation with Mr.. Blaine.
less than a week ago, in which the
llumed Knight said that he never
expected to hold another political
office, and complained Of cruel sar-
casm when it was suggested that
the wind might blow his way again
about four years hence. Mr.. Blaine
added that he emerged from this.
fight firmer Republican than be-
was before he entered it--frmer,
because he knew more about the
party. He said that he would not
be found sulllng in the campaign
four years ahead Of his time, and
that no Republican should ever be
defeated because of anything he had
done or would refuse to do.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
Kearneysville.

We had very severe wind and
rain storm on Sunday last, and since
then it has been cold; reminds one
that winter is drawing near. This
freeze is hard on the wheat.
Court is over in jefferson. We
had a very short session, which
speaks well for the county.
The majority Of the farmers in this
vicinity are done gathering their
corn.
Since the election Of Cleveland we
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

The high rate of mortality in the
hospitals OF st. Petersburg having
led to an investigation, itvwas found
that most of the deaths Of patients
were caused by insufficient nourish
ment. The daily allowance for each
patient is less than 81 cents, and the
patients do not get the full benefit
even ofthis, as the nurses being poor
ly paid, often steal the food brought
for the patients, and leave them to
starve.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29
The Plague In Southwest
Virginia.

LYNcHBURG, Nov. 25.-General J. ID.
Imboden has published letter over
his own signature denying the truth
of the statements in special de-
spatches to Northern journals in re-
gard to the plague in Southwest
Virginia, and particularly denying
the statements of existing destitu-
ton among the people.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

PoIST PLEASANT, w. Va, Nov. 23.
During q severe storm last Wednes
day lightning struck the house Of
Joseph Shirley, on Cologne Greek,
and Instantly killed MIRA Shirley and
q daughter fifteen years old.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1884-11-29

farmers Attention - Don It hesitate
|eep Days Horse and Cattle Powder
bur stables and at your barn yards.
diseases of the horse, COW, sheep, and
/ it is invaluable.
Omaha daily bee., 1884-09-15
No Love Apples.

Last week q fight occurred between
Mrs Cooper and Mrg. Starl:s, Of north
Harlan, over q poor, little, miserable,
unripe tomato. This precious vegetable
was claimed by both parties and to prove
their yalor, they resorted to force. 1t is
reported thal Il OF tho combatanta
struck the other in the stomach with a
hoe, that she threw her down, held her,
choked her and sworo that as sure
aa there was a God in heaven she
would kill her. 1t is reported that very
bad names were used. During the bat
Ito George Bennett and Ed Sweeney
stood far off on the bridge and held their
breath with throbbing hearts until dan
gor was over and the scene assumed ita
! usual serenity. Tuesday morning Mrs.
Cooper wa brought before Justice Wea-
yer by the state of Iowa. She confessed
judgment as was fined one dollar. -Har,
Ian Tribune.
Omaha daily bee., 1884-09-15
PERSONAL,

Pat Lacy returned Saturday from his east
orn trip.
Alderman Heating and wife have returned
from Minneapolis.
d. II. Solomon, the Wabash attorney, was
in the city yesterday.
J. B. Wise, Of Creston, is visiting A. j.
Mandel and d. Friedman.
Homer Caughoy is lying i'll at the home of
his brother-in.law, l.. A.. Caspar.
DIR. Powell. of Glemwood. has returned from
his pleasure trip e Yellowstone park.
Miss Alice Stcarns Of this city, is visiting
the family of George Chaplin, at Hastings.
George T. Phelps, formerly proprietor of the
Ogden house, is back from an extended eastern
| visit.
A. ". Courson, who has been at the Bech-
tele since Saturday morning, leaves this morn.
ing for Il trip to Lincoln and Wymore, Neb.
Supervisor II. Rishton was in the city Sat.
urday. He was kept from attending the re.
cent meeting Of the board on account of the
illness of Mrs. Rishton, who is suffering from
consumption, and who seems to be failing rap
idly.
II. w. Tiltop, the Council Bluffs editor Of
The BEE returned Saturday with his wife
from Wisconsin, where they have been visiting
relatives and friends. Their cousin, Miss Mol
lie Miller, of Now York, accompanied them,
and will make a few weeks visit here.
W. II. Copson, who has been using his
sharply pointed, quick moying pencil, for the
benefit of THE BEE readers, during the tenn,
porary absence Of the Council Bluffs editor,
has now taken the city editorship of the
Council Bluffs Herald, Clark, the newspaper
fend, - having retired.