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Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-05-29
won HIS suit.

Wash Cole, colored, has been, until re
Gently, in partnership with a number OF
Hungarisns in gathering scrap iron at
furnace cinder banks. Not long since iron
to tho amount OF sl25 was sold, and Wash
was then defrauded of his share Of 1t. He
brought suit before Squire Evans to
secure this money, and last evening the
case was heard. The foreigners were
compelled TO give the plaintiff his cash.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-05-29

LANCASTER, May 70, 1854.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Cow VS.. Counter.

On Tuesday evening, the case Of James
G. Morrison VS.. W. Atmore Woodrow was
held at the office of Squire Vallandig-
ham. The suit was an action brought
by Mr.. Morrison to recover $40 due him
from Mr.. Woodrow, who had purchased
counter, at the price above stated.
Before this, however, Mr.. Morrison had
bought COW from Mr.. Woodrow at
Thomas Morrison's sale, on March 10Th,
for $l4.5O. Mr.. Woodrow had not been
paid for the COW, nor had note been
given. On settling up their account, Mr..
Woodrow deducts $40 from the ac-
count. Mr.. Morrison objected to this,
saying he wanted the SO cash. Mr..
Woodrow refuses to pay the SO as lie
said the $44.5O was due then, as the con-
ditions of the sale were not complied with,
which was, that the purchaser buying
over see worth was to give bankable
note with a good endorser, payable seven
months after date, at tho National Bank
of Newark. On this ground Mr.. Wood
row claimed that the money that Mr..
Morrison owed him was then due. Mr..
Morrison claimed that the $44.j0 was not
due until the expiration of seven months.
These are the facts of the case. The gen
tlemen plead their own case, which was
tried by an arbitration, composed of
Messrs. David j. Murphcy, Edward r
Wilson and Rathmell Rambo. The case
was won by Mr.. Woodrow. Mr. Morri,
son has appealed and will carry the case
to the higher courts.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Entertainment.

The entertainment given by the ladies
of the NJ. E, Aid Society in Exchange
Hall, on Thursday night, was well at
tended, and the program was very inter-
tanning. The first tableaux represented
the Seasons, Spring, Summer, Autumn
and Winter, was very pretty. The
second scene was charade in four acts.
"In-nO-cence, was the word acted. This
was very well shown; the last scene cNus-
ed some merriment. There was several
other tableaux which showed consider
able taste, and inerited applause, The
one en- "Womau's Rights" brought down
the house. The men were fulflling the
duties Of the women. Some washing,
others scubbing, making bread, darning
socks and keeping the baby quiet. After
this scene, ice cream was served to the
audience which was greatly appreciated.
There were several other tableaux given
with good effect. The College
orchestra was present and enlivened the
occasion with some choice music. We
could not say ought but praise as to the
playing Of the orchestra. The proceeds
were very gratifying.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
News.

Tho cntiro village Of Gilmans Depot, N. j.,
was destroyed by tire on Friday last. Loss oveI
100000
Tie walking rlcc1n New York ended on Sat
urday night last. Fitzgerald winner by miles
He will receive SIG 800; Rowell, $1,000; Panchot,
S2TJO; Horemac 81 $50; IIert, $3.50; Nint $1,000;
Elson 81 O. with amounts like this, there Will
be no lack Of walkers. We hardly know who Is
the most foollsh, - the people or the walkers.
At the large sale of Jersey cattle concluded at
Hardness bazaar, Philadelphia on Friday last,
the following cattle were knocked oil to Peninsu-
lar purchasers: "Sir Georges RhOda heiler, $500
to b. II Bancroft, Camden, Del; "LOrd Wolseley,
bull calf, S35, to d. NJ. Ridgo!ey, Wyoming, Del,
Lady Savage COW, $500. to L. Mccullough,
Port Deposit Md
Emanuel Lamm's barn, near West Nothing
ham, Cecil county was totally destroyed by hre
on Friday, together with considerable quantity
Of hay, grain, and cite Loss, about $1,000, unin-
surcd. Samuel TysOn's house. quarter of milo
distant also took fire, it is supposed from burn
ing brand carried by tho wind, and was entirely
consumed Most OF the furniture was saved, but
JCo bushels of potatoes stored IN the cellar, and
60 cords of wood piled ncur by were burned
Loss 81, 800, uninsured,
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
An Estimnhln Citizen Gone.

On Thursday evening at o'clock MIR.
A. j. lIassinger died at the residence of
MIS-. Jacob Casho, who resides on
Main street, near the Delaware House,
where he had suffered some time from
cancer in the stomach Mr.. Hassinger
was the son of the late Joseph Hossnger,
whom many of our citizens remember,
living but short distance above Newark,
where jackson Hassinger was born.
When quite a young man the deceased
went to Missouri where he lived for sew
eral years. firing Of Missouri he went
to California where he remained about
twelve years, and then returned home at
his fathers request. lie lived on the
farm until his fathers death, which oc-
CURED some nine years ago. Since that
time he has boarded in Newark. Mr., Has
singer was very active, energetic man,
and at his death had accumulated COIL
siderable property. Ho was Il Mason, a
member of Hiram Blue Lodge of this
town, and lie was also a prominent Gran
ger, being treasurer of Newark Grange
No. of this place. He lived in celibdcy.
He leaves four sisters and three brothers.
Mrs. Springer of Oxford, Pa, is twin
sister of the deceased. One OF the broth
ers lives in California, one in Kent Co..
Del, and one near this town, Mr., James
Hossinger. The deceased was SO years
of age. Services will be held in the First
Presbyterian Church, this town, to-mor-
row, at 3 p. NJ. Interment at Head Of
Christiana burying ground.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Installation of 7. 0. 0. F. Officers.

Deputy Grand Master, Joseph II. Seal,
accompanied by the Grand officers of
Grand Lodge of Delaware, of 0. o. r.
installed tile oilicers-elect OF Oriental
Lodge, No. IL, of this town, on Thurs
day night, May sth. N. G. VIM. H..
Steel; V. c., WIN. Nj. Gamble; r. s., r..
j. Colbert; Warden, James lotteries; Con
ductor, Geo II. Mettinger; o. G., S. b.
Hcrdman; l. G., NJ. c. Frick; r. S. to N.
G., John A. Mulliu; II. S. S., VIM. H..
Fricl;; L. 5. s., Geo Fricl,; r. S. TO V. G.,
Thos. A. Mulliu; L S. to V. g.. lhomas
Lilly.
There was about 40 present. After the
installation stt-oul was given ut Mrs. =.
A. toachs.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10

We are pleased to note that the first
snake was killed on Thursday by the
teacher Of public school No. "a. It is not
oftcn lady kills snake, but it is true
ip this instance. The snake was meas
ured, after being pretty well beaten, and
ii was found to be five and ahalf feet in
length. Some snake. Who is the next?
The Citizens Corpet Band of this
town will give 4 strawberry festival in
Exchange Hall on Thursday, Friday and
Saturday, May 18th, 10th and nth, The
proceeds will he used to purchase new
suits We hope to SEQ the people turn
cut AMI help he hoysalong. They desire
great success, and we sincerely hope to
see u large crowd in attendance each
night.
"A commission was held ON Thursday
to determine whether to open Choatc
street After considerable argument on
tho question, the commission decided not
to open the street. There will no doubt
be a new commission appointed and all
efforts made to open the street, where it
is crossed By the B. and o. This street
should have been opened at an early
date. 1t ought to have been opened long
before the railroad was thought of. As
it is now, it looks us though the street
would never be opened.
VIM. IL Browne, ESD, prominent
lawyer of Philadelphia, spent two days
in town last week. Mr.. Browne went to
the academy in this Town about thirty
years ago. lie had his three children
with him, and he showed them the places
where he had passed some Of the most
pleasant. days OF his youth. Mr.. Browne
informed us that he noticed great many
changes, but the places that were famil-
lar to linn had not changed. He took
the 4:50 train Saturday evening for his
home.
Miss Fannie Jones and Henry NJ.
Mccullough, of Elkton, walked from
that town TO Newark on Monday. They
arrived here about $3.50, taking about
two hours to make the trip. Miss Jones
said she did not feel tired, and of course,
as Henry is used to stepping off such dis
tances, said it was no walk at all. They
viewed tho students of the College drill
ing, and arterward took the SEQ train for
Elkton. We venture to say there are few
young ladies in this town or Elkton who
can walk the distance.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Peninsula Points,


An abundant yield Of fruit is promised by the
Peninsula exchangesthis year.
Milford expects a building boom this season.
Twenty or thirty houses are expected to be built.
A. +, Phillips, OF Georgetown, was robbed of
90 last week. There is no clue to the robbers.
Edward Marion, colored man employed ut
Treat & Co.'S. Georgetown, factory, was scalded TO
death on Thursday of last week, by falling into n
tank of boiling water.
The grand Jury at Cambridge. Nd, will not
find any bill against young Shenton, who killed
his father a few weeks ago in attempting to save
the life Of his mother.
Two Dover boys aged ABOUT 10 years left home
April 70. They were overtaken near Long Branch,
on the following Monday, and were found armed
with cheap reyolvers and Il copy of "Pecks Bad
Boy"
1t is thought that from so to leo new evapOra-
tors will be erected this year on the Peninsula, II
the fruit prospect continues good a few weeks
longer A largely increased production of evap-
GRATED fruit, with much lower prices may fairly
he expected. News and Advertiser
little seven year old sou of Mr. Geo. Now
bray while playing with Lawn mower in the
yard of Mr.. d, G. Avery carelessly put his land
OH the knives at the same time making revolu-
ton of the enter severing two of his fingers. Dr.
Anderson was called, who rendered medical assist
auce.- Easton Gazette.
On April 10Th, Elwood Bright, son of Alex.
Bright, living near Henderson, and come other
small boys were amusing themselves by jumping
of Il low bridge. In making leap the little fell
low struck a snag and sustaintd fracture OF one
Iptr brtyppn the uNkle and the knee The injured
member has been amputated just above the knee.
--Frce Press
On Tuesday night Of last week, as George Hall,
n young man who lives in the lower part OF
Dover, was on his way home at late hour of the
night, he was attacked by crowd of negroes and
beat severely. His teeth werc knocked out with a
stick his nose was mashed and his face beat up in
a terrible manner Ito was unable to identify any
ono Of his assaiants, and they will escape the
punishment they so richly deserve-Delawarean
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10

Gold and Silver Watches at
remarkably low prices, either
for CASH or on the CLUB system
All goods warranted to give
satisfaction, as honesty and fair
dealing is our motto. If you
want a reliable Timepicce now
is the time to secure it Our
watches are sold as low as they
can be sold anywhere and on
very reasonable terms. BY
joining one of our WATCH CLUBS
you can get a $4,000 Watch by
paying $l,0O per week. Our
stock of CLOCKS cannot be beaten
in the State, either in quality or
price, cal. and be convinced.
Letters by mail promptly an
swered.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10


William Meyer, employed by Mrs.
VIM. Bowen killed II large snake on Tues.
day.
VIM. 7. Bowen, who has been suffer-
ing from an attack of chills, is con
valesing.
One of our farmers has Il calf that has
fits, and a goose that has laid twenty
three eggs and still hard at work.
One evening last week company of
youny folks gave Miss Annie B. Foard,
living short distance from Elkton, Il
surprise party. A most delightful even
ing was spent by those present. A re-
freshing repast was served to the merry
makers.
Chas. L. Reed, one of the popular
operators at the p. w. and B. Station, is
at present located ut Iron Hill Station.
The Citizens of Cat Swamp are much
pleased with Mr.. Reed, and their is a
possibility of him being made Mayor of
that thriving place. Mr.. Walter Lackey
of Wilmington has taken Mr.. RS place
at this station, and is pleasant and ac-
commodating.
One day last week at the barn OF
Benz. D. Bowen, living about three miles
north of Elllton, quite an accident hap
pened. The men had been baleing hay
for several days and the bales were piled
in one end of the barn, apparently safe
Three young men were lying on the hay
talking, when the logs below gave way
and everything fell through. Luckily,
two of the men escaped, but the third
was severely bruised by the bales falling
on him. The wonder is how he ESCAPED
| being killed. A.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Accident.

Mr. VIM. /. Holmes one of the B, s. o.
contractors was quite seriously hurt on
Thursday. 1t appears that he was help
ing about n bridge, and On hosting some
of the limbers slipped and fell striking
Mr.. IIolmes on the head aud face. He
was picked up for dead. His face was
terribly cut and bruised. A team was
procured and conveyed him to his home
at the East end of town. He is a little
better at this date, although suffering
considerable pain
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Death of Mrs. Marian Kershaw.

With deepest sorrow we chronicle the
sudden death Of Mrs. Kcrshaw, wife Of
the Rev. VIM. Kershaw, who is well
known in this community, living near
Baldwin's factory, about three miles from
this town. Mrs. Kershaw was stricken
with paralysis early in the week and on
Thursday died. She was about Go years
of age. Relatives and friends arc invited
to attend the funeral from tho residence
of hei husband tomorrow at 2 p. IN. Tho
Rev. DIR. Vallandigham will ofliciate. In
terment at Cherry Hill.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Ladies' and Misses fine Kid Shoes at
Motheralls.
She Changed Her Mind,

On Thursday young man, accompanied by
young woman, both Ane-looking and intelligent,
drove up 10 the Office of Thomas Whann, Ir,
in Landenburg, and desired that gentleman to
unite them in marriage. The Squire took down
their names and residence, which was in Brandy
wine Hundred, Delaware county, and after get
ting everything In readiness the magistrate told
them to stand up while he performed the cere.
mOny. The young man Obeyed the command,
but the young woman refused to 60 so and sat
still. Squire Whann then asked her why she did
not arise, to which she replied that she had
changed her mind and had concluded not to get
married The young man used all his persuasive
elouuence to alter her decision but she appeared
to DO inlexible. When asked by tho young man
If she had not been very anxious during the past
year to have the ceremony performed, and
whether she did not love him, she replied frankly
In the affirmative, but since she had come in to
the Office she Lad changed her mind. Finding
that his lady love waa determined to follow out
her last resolve, the young man became very
angry, and in his wrath used some strong and
forcible language. A gentleman well known to
Mr. Whann and who had come with the couple
to youch for them said that everything was cor
rect Us stated by them; that they woro both of
good families, and the match was looked upon
by all who know them rs being n very suitable
one The young man handed his girl into the
carriage again and started Tor her home, fifteen
miles away, at n rate Of speed that showed that
he now wished to get rid of her aS quickly us
possible - West Chester Local News.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Death of DR.. Boyd,

On Tuesday evening last Dr. John
Boyd of Wilmington died of Bright's dis
ease. DR.. Boyd was well known III this
community. He resided for long time
at Landenberg, Pa, where he gained
quite a reputation as surgeon. While
living at Landenberg he married IA Miss
Gurett, daughter of the late Evan Gar
rett of Strickersville, Pa. DR.. Boyd
moved to Wilmington about three years
ago, where he had earned considerable
practice. lie was II years of age and
was born in Chester county, Pa,
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
FLOWERS and PLANTS |


The undersigned having
taken the Hot HOUSES lately
erected by J. c. Shivler, at the
P, w. & B. Station. at New
ark, D l., now offer a fine col
lection Of FLOWERS for sale. A
very fine assortment Of VERBE-
MAS and PANsIEs, now i'll full
bloom, at reasonable prices.
Also a general assortment Of
Vegetable Plants in season, as
formerly kept at that place.
ST AGGERS 81 CO.
aprJtf
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
DIED,

Marian Kcrshaw, wife of
Rev. VIM. Kcrshaw, on May Sth. The
relatives and friends of the family arc
invited to attend the funeral from the
residence of her husband, on Sunday,
May 18th. at . o'clock p. NJ.
HASSINGER-In Newark, Del, on May
sth, 1884, Andrew ]. IIassinger aged
Sc years. Relatives and friends are
invited to attend the funeral from the
First Presbyterian Church, ON Sunday,
May 18th, 1884, at o'clock p. NJ,
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Thirty-Fifth Wedding Anniversary.

On Saturday last surprise party call
ed at the residence of Mr.. and Mrs. Issac
Vansant, living at Head of Christiaua
Church, rear this town. 1t was the
thirty-fifth anniversary of their marriage.
There was over eighty persons present.
Many useful and beautiful presents were
received by Mr.. and Mrs. Vansant. The
company assembled at the house at II A.
NJ. At 10 NJ, a sumptuous dinner was
served, and at 4 O'Clock refreshments
were handed around. A most enjoyable
time was spent by all present. 1t was n
complete surprise, but was heartily en-
ioyed by the happy old couple, who have
iourneyed along the road of life, hand-in-
hand, meeting difficulties and troubles,
pleasures and happiness alike, ever look
ing onward and upward to n better and
greater blessing than ever bestowed on
earth May the happy couple, still con
tinue to live and be blessed in tho days of
old age. The children of the venerable
couple got up the surprise, which is
highly commendablc in them, showing
their love for heiraged parents.
Mr., and Mrs. Vansant will accept out
thanks for basket Of delicious cake.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
Public Installation of officers,

On Monday evening last, the |. o. Of
Good Tcmplars of this town installed the
following officers to serve in said lodge
during the term beginning May list, before
a pleasing and approciatve audience:
w. Q. n, j. II. MoEorer; II. II. s.,
Sallie Cornog; l.. II. s., Sadie Collins;
w. V. r., Anna Wilson; ". Chap, Fan
ME Dale; W. Sec, Fred L. McKinsey;
w. A. Sec, Sadie Mendenhall; w. +. S.,
Wesley Webb; w. Treas, James Dale;
w. NJ, Geo. White; W. ID. NJ, Katie
Davis; W. |. c., Annie Davis; w. o. c.,
John McDougal.
After the installation, the w. g. T.,
elect, j. II. Mohorter, responded to the
call of the lodge, and addressed them in
very creditable and suitable manner.
President Purnell of Delaware College,
was then introduced to tho audience and
made fine address, in which he fully
explained tho evil and degrading ELECTS
of Intoxicating liquors upon the
system. Address were then made by sew
eral others, and some music was INDUCED
in, Seth Lancaster presiding at the organ;
after which the lodge was closed in the
usual Manner and all separated highly
pleased with the evening" entertainment.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10

Bargains in Hosiery and Gloves at
MOtheralls.
The Delaware ledger. (Newark, Del.) 1879-19??, 1884-05-10
New Jersey Wine sent TO EurOpe.

Mir, Speer, Of Now Jersey, has n reputation eX-
tending over the whole Union and in Europe as
being Il reliable producer of pure wines His Port
Giraffe Vino IL ordered by hmi les in Dresden
London aud Iurls for its superior medicinal yir
tues and It's blood making quality, owing to the
iron contained In the soil In which tho vines grow
FOR sale by Edward q jay, druggist, Newark, Del
-
New styles Gents Straw Hats open
to-day nj Mothcralls'
The Bad Lands cow boy. [volume] (Little Missouri, Dakota [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-1886, 1884-09-25

General Crook was severely criticised
some months ago for demanding thai
his agreement with the rebe1lioua
Apache Indians BE complied with, be
assuring the Government authorities
That If that we're done the Indians would
become peaceable and industrious. The
Government after q time, reluctantly
consented TO do Us requested and the
result has been most gratiiff yFiing. Crook
has treated the Apaches humanely, not
withstand their il humanity, ;andas q re-
sult, he says, they are taking o decided
interest IN az cn1ture and stock raising,
and appear anxious to have their chill
8lren educated. He also says II . recent
letter that there Is not ii the state Of
sPennsyl vania q village Of the same pop
nlation more peaceab1e and iaw-abiding
Than the :, 900 Apaches on the San Car
los Reservation II; Is greatly hoped
hat Crooks policy may soon be extend
I'd to the other tribes Of American In
iiians, and the loss Of many lives and
much money thereby saved.
The Bad Lands cow boy. [volume] (Little Missouri, Dakota [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-1886, 1884-09-25

fBoston Bud IL
Many aaefiy citizens win 1rsmsesnib
Tom Hancock m his day, some fifty
years ago, the handsomest young man
II Boston; He was 4 ephow 81 tile iil-
lnstrious John Hanco ck, and resided in
Fthe3old Beacon.street family mansion
He was quite as noted for his 4 4 ketsn
as for his personal beauty Onspne oc-
casions when he had been on b weeks
spree, his relatives secured him in the
mansion house and hiding carefully his
clothing, SO tSntt lie had literally moth
ing to wear, Z, ught they had him safe,
high and dry Tom, however, thought
differently and made a thorough search
|;of the premises. He did not find any
his own clothing but rummaging d
large antique chest resnrrected afuIl
suit OF court regime tails which his IL
lustrious Uncle ~ Ohm was accustomed
to wear on 3state occasions. Arraying
himself fin these, he slipped out Of the
house and made his way to the we'll
known refreshment saloon Of Corbet
Ludding tom ven remembe red as 6 Ole
Lud's ION Water street where he was
we'll known and bis credit quests
HIS pearance caused q great sensation
IN that local ity. T. & ri
The Bad Lands cow boy. [volume] (Little Missouri, Dakota [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-1886, 1884-09-25
General W o1seley 81 the British army,
has arrived il Egypt to take command

~ SAt'sSs AlAi2A 6sGAA
has arrived ii p gpts to take command
pff the military expedi tionup the Nile
;;or the relief of Klhiarltt oum and it las
been alleged that his Red river expe-
Ition iii 1870, when be subdned the
Winnipeg rebel Hon gave him the ex-
perience necessary to snecess in Egypt.
General Wolseley q Red river expedition
sonsisted Of four companies Of British
regular soldiers, who were transported
10 Thunder Bay 1T the head Of Lake
Superior iii i ellent steamboats,.
Their march from there to Winnipeg
was along 8, fertile country, with good
trails for part Of the distance, and nav,
igahle lakes and easy portages for the
rest Of the WAY The march lasted but
twenty twenty FIVE days; supplies
were eaaily carried they met 40 resist
snce; fhs entire hostile force against
which the expedition was directed con
sisted III but 4 few hundred French and
fndian half breeds rnder the command
81 Louis Hial, i mere boy "a years, and
But 1ittls better than i crank ii other
,respects they all He'd ct The approach 81
Tie; little British force General Wolss.
III has siiaes distin galishad himssIf npon,
two oecasiops, here tile difiicn1tiea Il
hi e,fa nm tared ware 1ot tsrv sefioIia