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Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
lS 10 Whispered

That the Mayor should instruct his
police to report all persons having snCw
on their sidewalks.
That the street car drivers lot IL not .
happy one with the thermometer bobing
up and down around zero.
That the present Council will want
money badly before next July.
That Frank Reeve is the coming man
for clerk of the House of the nextLegis-
lature.
That our stores done . fair holiday
trade.
That a slippery side walk is the cause
Of many a one forgetting good resolu-
tions they have made.
That all newspaper proprietors do not
get rich.
That it is hard to print paper when
your stock Of blank paper is very short
and the paper dealers want C. o. d. in
place of note.
That the doctors generally reap har-
vest after all holidays, especially Christ
mas.
That the fellows who will soon make
good resolutions, and swear off for year
about Jan. LIST, 1885, will find it harder
to keep said resolutions than to make
them.
That sleighs have gone up nearly
double in price since the snow has Gov
cred the ground.
That the best looking fellows do not
always get the most presents on Christ
mas from their best girl.
That 1t ID very early bird who can
grubb up his much talked of worm these
cold mornings.
That the entertainments draw big
houses on holidays.
That plenty of the boys have quite a
head on them to-day, caused by drinking
to much egg-noeg on Thursday.
That our store keepers complain o be-
ing bored TO death during the last
month, by solicitors for holiday bulletins.
That the lucky fellow who drew the
horse at Co. C's fair is mad, because
after taking seven chances the horse
turns out to be made of ginger bread.
That the laws of Deleware prohibit
all games of chnace from taking place
in the State.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Chair Presented,

Several of the workmen of the pattern
shop of the Pusey & Jones Company
met at the house of their foreman, Mr..
w. w. Walker, No. 709 Tatnall street,
on Christmas eve, and proceeded in q
body to the residence of Mr.. Benjamin
Murgatroyd, No. 207 West Seventh
street, and after an explanation of the
nature of their errand by one of the
party, presented that gentleman with a
handsome cushioned rattan chair, with
patent rockers, as o slight token OF
their appreciation of q friend and shop
mate during numberof years. Mr.. M,
replied In his usual pleasant manner,
thanking his friends for their kind re.
membrance. After which the ladies of
the family invited the guests to a table
laden with a bountiful collation., of
which all partook, and after this all
retired, well pleased with their visit to
their old friend and shopmate.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
This Looks like War.

LONDON, Dec. 25.-A dispatch from
Shanghai says that $4,000 Chinese
troops, under LII Hung Chang, are mass
cd at Pei-Ho. The works at Port
Arthur, on the Gulf Of Pe-Chi Ii, built
by German artillery officers, make the
strongest fortress in the North ofChina.
They are mounted with heavy GatliDg
and Nordenfeldt guns. The entrance
to the port is guarded with torDedoes.
The Chinese have warned the French
that they intend TO make an attack.
Letters from the French fleet Mt
Kelung state that Admiral Courbet is
i'll and worried and his forces inactive.
1t IL feared that he csnnot continue the
operations. The blockade has no
results. The mortality suiong the
troOps Ia increasing.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Mrs. sharon Happy.

CHICAGO, Dec. % The Tribune's
special from San Francisco states that
the Sharon divorce case is, of course,
the only topic discussed there, and pub.
lie opinion almost unanimously sus-
tains the decision. The chief objectors
are elderly men with fam lilies, but the
young men are all pleased. Judge
Sullivan had great difficulty in forcing
his way through the crowds Of would.
be hand shakers as he left court. The
majority of lawyers do not, however,
consider the opinion good one, some
deuOuncing 1t as An outrage, while
others say it was 10 surprise. The press
Of San Francisco is rather non commit
tai In comments. The Post says that
conservative people will dissent from
the opinion, while those who hate
money -getters on principle will applaud
1t.
The Bulletin expresses the hope that
the decision will result in cleansing of
the social atmosphere. The Alta thinks
the case is not yet at an end, and will
prove still more remarkable: that the
truth will come out and many will be
badly hurt
The other papers are non n.oomm ittal,
and do not even point moral lesson.
Ex-senator Sharon was found at the
Palace hotel with Senator Jones. of
Nevada. He looked q trifie out of sorts
and pers isted in attempting to inter-
view the reporter.
What do you think of the case e''
he asked. The newspaperman refused
to express an opinion, and asked the ex-
Senator what he proposed TO do.
Fight it to the bitter end" he said,
in All the courts and on all sides.
That decision is not sustained by facts ;
the contracts and letters are forgeries,
and that knowledge keeps me in the
ring. shall appeal the case and op-
pose the decision to the last"
More he would not say.
Mrs. sharon occupies her comfortable
rooms at the corner of Larken street and
Golden Meade avenue The reporter
found her attired in an elegant wrapper
of shrimp pink satin. seated in plush
rocking-chair.
"I'm so happy" she said. 81 feel
Just like young kitten that has JUS
been brought into the house and set be
fore the re. The poor, dear old Sen,
] am sorry beat the old man, for
love him still. He's dear, sweet ole
fellow. only for the principle of tn,
thing / would have compromised lonf
ago, but | was after his name, not hi!
money. married that man fully be
lieving he would act fairly. Our mar
riage was on the quiet, hut 1t was onl!
done at his request, for fear 1t woult
scandalize his relatives. 1 am glad h
did not compromise by giving me hi
name according to the offer made il
court, as am now set right before tn
public"
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

This Is unpropitious weather for rail-
road construction, but Colonel Douglass,
the engineer in charge Of the Baltimore
and Ohio's extension to Philadelphia,
said yesterday that the work WAS being
pushed ahead, despite the snow and
frost OF the 90 miles in Delaw are, the
track has been laid on eighteen, and
Will be laid on the other four miles be.
fore the close of the year. Some Of the
bridges in that State are temporary
structures, but they are for use until
the permanent ones are put up. In
Maryland the construction is far ad-
vanced. The Pennsylvania Railroad
Company have withdrawn their opp0sf-
tion to the over grade crossing Of their
tracks at Bay view, near Baltimore, and
renewed the distractions which had
been placed at that point. On SATURDAY
last the Baltimore and Ohio completed
their crossing over the Pennsylvania
tracks with bridge 100 feet long and
20 feet elevation. The contractors are
at work now on the Orange farm, and
the right Of way has been secured
through the lands of the Canton Com
pany, through which the new line will
pass 70 reach Eastern avenue inside of
the city limits. The contract has not
been let yet for that section ofthe work,
but it Is proposed to push it ahead early
In the coming year. That the line is to
run on Eastern avenue appears to be
definitely decided. but no one connected
with the Baltimore and Ohio Company
is prepared to say whether Pratt street
or "between the blocks" will I've ulti.
mately fixed upon for reaching Camden
Station. Some 20, 900 tons of old rails
n ha~ xx~h hx, to-
tion of the iron work for the elevated
mills, IL portion are not there already.
On the Philadelphia end the grading
and masonry work has reached point
. mile or more beyond Chester. Rights
Of way have been secured, and the line
located much nearer TO Philadelphia
than that, but there Is no sign to point
to the direction in which the entrance
into that city is to be effected. The
company has leased an Office at the cor.
ner of Chestnut and Ninth streets, in
Philadelphia, of which possession was
secured on December l. Mr.. e. f.
Baldwin, architect, was in that city
yesterday making plans for the i'm
provement of these Baltimore and Ohio
headquarters, which are to be fitted up
as handsomely as modern artisans can
make them. The Philadelphia news.
papers of yesterday had the Baltimore
and Ohio time tables among their ad-
vertisements for the first time. The
company continues to sell through tick
cts from Philadelphia to the West via
Baltimore on the basis of $18 to Chicago,
the old Jrunk-line rate, which the Penn
sylvania maintains. Passengers are
given local ticket from Philadelphia
10 Baltimore and 90 West from here on
the limited express trains.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

The following Jurors have been drawn
by Commissioners Smith and Dupont,
to serve at the term of the United States
Court, which convenes the second Tues
day In February
NEW CASTLE COUNTY.
Wilmington-D Daniel Fox, William
Y. Warner, Alfred Gawthrop, David
Connell, Malcom Hood, oolored, John
|C. Brison, James l.. DeVou, Robert Il.
Robinson, Edward Singles, Daniel Far
70, Alfred Belts.
New Castle-Robert Sutton, Edward
II. Kemp, Samuel p. Roberts, Warren
Barnaby.
Christiana-Howard Finn.
Mill Creek-Thomas l.. j. Bald win.
Appcuuinimink-J A. Ellis
KENT COUNTY.
Duck Creek-William Hall.
Dover-Eugene Rash.
MilfOrd-JOseph 3. Truitt.
SUSSEX COUNTY.
Indian River-Stephen e. Blizzard,
Paynter Frame, VIM. w. Hurdle.
William B. Short.
Dag gsboro-,John w. Short, Edward
Houston, Tilgbman S. johnson.
Broadkiln-Thomas l.. Black.
Seaford-Josh Obier.
Northwest Fork William Gray,
Nehemiah Stayton, Samuel w. Kindor.
Cedar Creek-George Russell.
Little Creek-John M. Elliott.
There are but two cases marked for
trial, one OF which is for illegal voting
and the other for violating the election
laws.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Dnii Christunas in England.

LONDON, Dec. 25.-In consequences of
aafd times more charity Is called for
an over the kingdom on this Chr is IL a.
TMsy' The papers are filled with appeals
ne snip building stagnation causes
great sut distress in the north OF England,
snre "nere subscription lists are opened to
a.eviate the sufferings of the working
poopie. Ladies of title have organized
soncfrts, fancy fairs and bazaars. In
,sar1 70 the situation, n Newcast e
r'uinal gives the returns OF ship build
y, Nv IN 1854 from twenty Two cen tres,
rnH trad" moving n net decrease Of 1tS
, .osSe' 's and 4S1 624 tons. The places
-ost affected were the Tyne, with 100
rssels and over 2O0, 900 tons. The only
,aofease shown is in the Morsey and at
,,ssaarnow-on-Furness, san with vessels and
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

The weather continues cold and
partly cloudy, threatening snow. Satur-
day, sligh ~ higher temperature and
partly clondy to fair conditions, pre-.
ceded by light snow. The present out
look for Sunday is fair 10 partly cloudy
and warmer weather, followed by rain
or snow.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Good Reading,

Our sales Of Holidays books on the install.
ment plan has been much larger than We ex-
pected. In fact we have mOnopOlised the
We will eventually rule the entire book
trade or else compel other tradesmen to do
rs we do. We added four hundred and nine
teen to cur already large list of installment
vassers added most of them but many came
70 our office. We still have large stock Of
the most beautiful books in the oity at prices
from 26 cents to $50 per copy. Wen be spen
Christmas all day t. accommodate those
who could not get here before. Baird l.
Mitchell, publishers, AS Market street,
second floor 'front.'.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

OF our American people are fflicted
with sick headache in either its ner-
vous, bilious or congestive forms,
caused by irregular habits, high living,
ETC., and no remedy has ever conquered
it until DIR. Leslie's Special Prescrip-
ton was discovered. Give 1t q trial.
See advertisement in another column,
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Canada Pine Ceugh n syrup.

l have been suffering from a heredi-
tary lung trouble and cough, which at
times threatened serious results and
compelled me TO use every care for my
health. After trying many remedies
1 At last got Canada Pine Syrup, and
can safely say it is the best thing l
ever used. Rev. j. b. Till, 712 DUPONT
street, Wilmington, Del.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Rev. H. Allen Griffith, rector Of 81.
Thomas church of Newark, has declin-
ed call TO the church of the Holy
Comforter, Philadelphia, and accepted
the Reotorship of st. James church,
Downingtown Cherter County, Pa =
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Literary Notes from, The Century

The November Century is on the
press for the fourth lime. The first
edition OF the February number, CON
tanning Gen. Grants Shiloh" will be
175, 900.
MIR. +. p. Roe's new serial story,
" Driven Back TO Eden," will begin In
the February st. Nicholas.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Our wavy front pieces are reliable
and warranted to give satisfaction.
Hair Switches from one dollar up.
Hair goods In the latest style, at bar.
gain. Hair jewelry for Chr istmas gifts.
Mrs. A. &. Rollo, 7O2 King street.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

II you wish musical instrument of
the best make and at prices that defy
competition, why. call at Baynard' g,
Fifth and Market streets.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Dillin, 400 King street, is the agea
for the celebrated Nicaragua coffee OF
fine aromatic flavor, especially adapted
for hotels and restaurants.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Keep Warm.

Cheap shoes selling at Chal fant's,
and chance given to every purchaser
of pair of shoes on pair Of all-wooi
blankets, which he is exhibiting in his
window at All King street.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Tho biggest Jump on record is tho iump BY
which Canada Pine Cough Syrup has Jun D.
cd into public favor es the cough syrup above
all other cough syrups. rs cents. at all he
drug stores
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Call and see the new plating ma.
chimes at the Howe Office, 60S Shipley
street. 8. r. Marshall. Also agent for
the " Caligraph.'
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Ladies'.

To keep your feet warm get pair OF
beaver cloth hannel-lined shoes, button
or lace. VIM. H. Babcock, 2O6 Market
street. Prices lowest in town.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

What Kennard says about cloaks and
coats in his advertisement Of to-day.
The facts are just as he states them.
The goods must be sold.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

"I speak within bounds, SIR" said
the prisoner in the dock, when address,
ing the jury. We speak knowingly
when we declare with enthusiasm tho
great benefits of DIR. Bulls famous
Cough Syrup.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Tenn b Cos thormom6Gsr regiete-9
yesterday, 25 degrees At 30. N. "a RI
8 ID, m, and 80 at 10 D. m.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Try the Caligraph" type writer. I
have the agency for 1t. 8. F. Marshall,
COS Shipley street.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
A Terrible Fratrfctde.

A fratricide AZ singular as IL was
start ling occurred at Gloucester city on
Thursday morning.
Thomas and William Lyons live OH
Mercer street, near Burlington. Both
are Irishmen, and while Thomas has
been in this country for some years,
William hasbeen here but few months.
On Christmas eve, Williams daughter.
an attractive girl Of sixteen years, At
tended Christmas party, and to the
great displeasure of her father, who
had been on q protracted debauch. did
not return that night. Yesterday morn
ing he was still very angry. and began
to quarrel with his wife in regard TO the
girl, " hom he said hs would chastise
upon her return.
His brother Thomas, hearing of the
difficulty, went to Williams house to
interceie In favor of the daughter, but
this seemed only to arouse greater an
ger ON the part Of the drunken father,
who began to abuse and threaten his
brother. The latter retired from the
house, seeing that he could do no good,
nut was followed by William, who be-
came more abusive and threaining each
moment. Finally he struck Thomas q
heavy blow and the latter fell heavily
to the ground.
The now frightened brother ran into
the house, and Thomas was picked up
by others and taken home. Probably
he did not live five minutes after he
WIS struck, though 1t was not known
that he was dead unit. nearly quarter
Of an hour later, when physician ar.
rived.
When 1t was found that Thomas wa
dead, the services Of the police were
called into requisition to arrest the
murderer. Bernard Lyons, . brother
of the two men, is the most efficient
member Of the small force, and he
hastened to the scene of the murder al
once. William was soon found and
taken by his own brother to the City
Hall, where he was locked up by thu
order Of Coroner Tomlinson, WHO viii
hold an inquest this Afternoon.
| Reports differ ~ to what was used u
strike the fatal blow, some saying tha
1t WAS an axe handle, while otberl
main tain thatLyons used only his fists
and that the deadly result of the blow
was caused by the heavy fall upon thu
frozen ground.
The Lyons brothers are said to b'
distantly related TO Recorder Lyons. o
Glouoester. Thomas, the dead man
was about IS years old. and had at dif
ferent times been employed as huck
ster, ash gatberer and workman on th
Philadelph ia and Atlantic City Rail
road. He bore an excellent reputation
as an industrious and peaceful citizen
He leaves q family of four children.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Pine Burr Plating Machines at tie
Howe office, sos Shipley street. s. r..
Marshall.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Smiles upon her face so sweet.
Dresses always rich and neat;
Just to see her lie n treat,
In the parlor, on the street
In the Kitchen. Well, not hardly
Banged and golden is her hair
She fs very, very fair.
With q manner debonair
Light and happy, free from care
Help her mother: Well. not hardly
Reads the novels, every one
lirts little. Just for fun
To the seaside takes run,
Whom the winter seasons done
Make her own clothes: Well, not hardly
CONNIE II faut in bagatelle
Is this dear, delightful belle
Embroiders quite pretty spell
Paints on china very we'll
With dishrsg' Well, rot hardly
Marrfes some good man nome day
Nine times In ten that Is the way
Tho righteous get their earthly pay;
We me An the man y and will ne say
thank the Lord :" Well, not hardly
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Snow 10 Hero.

Save your health by goir" vt once foe
footwear to Babcock's, 2O6 Market II
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Dancillg.

in ,t rm, Webster reception In his room
a la @ the Masonic Temple on THURSDAY was
saige'y attended, and all bis pupils
ni1 ni,yed themselves very highly "trip
nf a the light fantastic, to the strains
hsa.e e,lgntful music, The Professor bas
imnn n'ghly successful In his efforts to
ana instruction to the young folks,
In daily growing more popular.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
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Sun rises 7.24 sun sets 4.se.
AgenGs s1r ssuansAp's HGla
WUAn1Ord Brothers. n HnstNvs

Sun rises 7.24 sun sets 4.se.
AgemIs s"r ssunsap's Hela
8uMf0rd Rratssern. Halter
Try BuSh's coal you will like it
Try Bush's coal you will like It.
Hrasthsn Tonic bittcrs only 70 c.nts.
Order gods by Vary's railroad express.
Best and cheapest dolls at the 900 store.
Birds and cages at Parkers. East md St.
HflArd Y. i'svlp, leweler,s 4. Ind street.
utS LAnndry. Sixth and s,bip.ty stfseys
Trinrers sold and repaired, CT us ship!ey
rfns 10 K. ":ase, al kss,, IT j. Tau.th n
SsrAGilfan b@ipl coCEns hnd ~ 10 c, 10 Oh
Taffy at Ferguson 3, II last Second stree;
Horse blankets, whips. lanterns At voc. store
Mullins three.cent cigars not excelled o.
Front street.
House and sign painting, Buckn astsr and
Wo0dmansey, t2sW. Front street.
For good butter and cheese, go to Ii. II.
Moore, stalie u and "a Second street msrke
house.
.The Banner of Light" liberal paper Of
Boston, can be had ires at 4l0 East Third
street
Fsll 4 Joseph, dealers in best Goa, and
nouf,S ,Sare always prompt and reliable. 7la
West front 8 rect.
strset, and have t>eir pictures 'Aken bv thu
instsntaneous Irot ses.
I'll. your pa christian ?" ssksd a man Of
q small boy; -" No, sir: ny pas Democrat,
Fine ealt oysters IS, 30 and 20 cents Der
quart 1t Ponnell's stall 12O King street, and
also homemade mince meat.
Worth, the great Paris eressmaker, is COM
ing over TO this country TO lecture. We
~ anA
views
That milk bought this morning WAS
half spoiled" " But then, you know, gave
you double measure. don't see As you have
any cause to complain"
ApropOs Of leap years, it has been suggest
cd that young ladies who are anxious to mar
ry should bear In mind that sealed proposals
can be sent by mall tor two cents.
My assortment OF mcuiuings and frames
for Christmas surpasses anything have ever
had in novelty, beauty and cheapness. Call
and pass your opinions. faugh, 203 West
second street
There is q man In Texas with q cork lep
who Is going to marry lady with q similar
ourf1t, and yet 1t makes him madder than a
wet hen If yo1 ask him if hs is going to have
. wooden wedding.
Ross now has fine assortment of latest
styles Of Derry hats, made to order at two
dollars-best n the city Also, . large stock
of underwear, gloves, neckWeAr and notions.
Call and see them.
Elegaut plush and morocco albums
Prices % and 81 each, In small weekly pay.
ments. Leave orders at REPUBLICAN office,
Or call on John q. Bryant, Pennsylvanis
House, King and Front streets.
From hand to mouth, he e tyly said.
And pressed her dainty finger tips,
Which salutatiOn quickly led
To one upon her perfect iips,
AS fair as roses In the South.
From hand to mouth.
So she was WIN and so was he,
Twas something like year ago,
And now they1both are one, you SEQ,
Although which one hardly knew
They're living somewhere In the south,
From hand to mouth.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

The place to purchase your holiday
presents is at Baynard'A
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

The Christmas festival of the House
hold of Faith will be held this evening.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Baynard's stock is the largest in the
citv tc select from.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

All kinds of silver and plated waro
ut BAY tard'A Fifth and Market stroetB.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26
Boys, and Chlldren's

Fancy holiday slippers at VIM. 81.
Baboock 3, 206 Market street.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

Hiram Yergor. Ath ana shtpleA.
Sells plush lap robes, fancy fur robeso
buffalorobes and horse blankets, harness,
saddles, bells, trunks and whips. Prices
below bottom for Christmas presents.
Immense stock 20 select from.
Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-12-26

state OF snO T'normOHneGor
at the REPUBLICAN, office in the shade
7 O'Clock 10 O'Clock IL O'Clock
100 30 24U