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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
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The CHRONICLE says -
persons who have still been in expecta-
ton of the equi n0ctial storms, have been sad.
ly disappointed. There are no more storms
at the time the days and nights are equal,
than is usual during the year. The changes
between winter and summer, and summer
and autumn have nothing to do with the
equinox"
In spite of the fact that we find the New
York Sun of q later date, agreeing with the
idea above set forth, we are inclined to ques-
ton the truth Of the theory that rains do not
occur particularly at or near the equinox
In the first place the term equinoctial storms
arose from the fact that observations made
for years pointed to the fact that storms
have prevailed at that period, but, as this
may be called begging the question, we be-
lieve that there may be adduced reasons that
will prove good foundation for the theory
of equnoctial storms.
Rain is produced by the contact of cold
wave or stratum of air, with one that is
warm and moist, suddenly cooling the latter
densing the moisture which falls in the form
of rain.
Now just in proportion as the one stratum
is colder and the other warmer and carrying
more moisture, so in proportion is the fall of
ram heavier; to very great extent likewise
are strong winds generated in the same man
ner and by the same means.
Having understood this, we can readily
conceive how, just at the turn of the season,
the cold winter waves from the north are
reaching out after the declining sun, while
at the same time the summer heated columns
of air have not yet been entirely dispersed !;
that thus the equinox becomes in the nature
of things the turning point in the struggle
and the sudden thrush of cooler columns of
air, condensng the vapors Of the warm at.
mospherc might, of all seasons, be expected
in this, the cquinoctial. That such condi-
tions should exist exactly at the equinox, at
all points, is impossible on its face as, by the
laws of storms it would necessarily be i'm
possible, and should such rains occur at any
time within twenty days, divided equally be-
fore and after September 23d, it would be
sufficient to prove the correctness of the idea
that rain naturally accompanies the change
of seasons and we are of the opinion that
there are fewer years in which no ram falls
between Sept. 18th and Oct. 3, than there
are of recorded equnocta storms between
those dates and especially do we believe this
to he true Of higher latitudcs, FAY four hun
bred miles to the north of U.S.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
Eight Desirable Mountain L.0ts!

The above are all choice lots, well set i'll
Rock Oak and Chestnut of
30 YEARS GROWTH,
easy of access and run to the foot of the
Mountain.
Let No. 8 contains &c acres. This lot lies
above and adjoining the other lots.
TERMS; Onc-third cash on day of sale,
Or ratification thereof by tie court, the re-
maindcr, in two equal payments in twelve
and eighteen months, the purchaser to give
a note with security to he approved hy the
undersigned, bearing interest from day of
sale. Possession given upon compliance
with the terms of sale
Those wishing to see the farm will call
upon Taylor Wihidc on the premises; to see
the mountain lots call on John K. Rouzcr,
Mechanicstown.
Purchasers to be at the expense Of convey
ancing.
JOHN r, ROUZER, Acting Executor.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

ANoTHER.-Lcss than one month ago, a
fireman on the Western Nd who had his
home at this place, was killed.
On Friday night last another one made a
narrow escape with his life. Mr.. Henry
Kappes, fireman on engine No. % was in a
collision near Fulton station, in which n
number of cars were smashed and two burn
ed up. The engineer, - Quigley was
seriously hurt and kappcs had several teeth
knocked loose and was otherwise bruised
The collision occurred through some misun-
Outstanding of the flagman's orders.
The property destroyed in the collision
and by fire amounted to $40, 400, about two
thirds of which was covered by insurance
Mr.. Kappes arrived here on Tuesday even
ing and will remain until he gets over his
shaking up.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

The Westminster baseball club as at pres
ent organized is unquestionably one of the
strongest amateur or non union mines in the
country. During the past ten days it has
defeated two professional teams and it han
dies all others at arms length. 1t is probable
that Westminster's pencaant for baseball
warrants us in prophesying good club next
Sn0p0n
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
Rocky Ridge Letter.

AS we did not write anything last week,
we concluded to give to the readers of the
Clarion, the best and latest news that we can
gather
We are having very dry weather, the far
mers hardly knowing what to do. Some
few are narrowing and rolling their ground
to get it in order for seeding, but it appears
to tie an uphill business ii does not do much
good as the clods are too hard.
Some farmers are cutting off corn. II
Ecker has one field ON shocks, some others
are commencing.
Elder d. p. Saylor is looking very feeble.
lie was at church on Sunday, and spoke
about fifteen minutes. He said that was the
first day for five months that he Lad not
taken medicine consequently he was very
weak, walks with /. cane, and he said he feels
more like preaching now than he ever did.
Remarkable man indeed. III.
THE above should have appeared last
week.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

ANOTHER FATAL CAsE.-On Saturday
last Henry, infant son of Joseph and Ida
Wedde, died Of scarlet fever; rather of an
affection of the throat resulting from that
disease.
The little fellow was attacked about three
weeks before his death and had apparently
passed safely through the fever, but the
throat affection was not at any time under
control and was one of the most virulcnt
cases that has occurred here. There are no
other cases in town, but the disease is now
prevalent in the neighborhood Of Catoctin
Furnaces.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Mrs. Fred'k White has been seriously i'll
during the past ten days; her condition is
now much improved.
Maurice Stokes an employe Of this office
IVES dangerously ill last week, having suffered
relapse of bilioustyphoid fever; he is now
much better.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

IMPRovED.-Mr. George Warner went
over the line in this section, renewing the
batteries and Strengthening things out gen
orally. Much better service is now given.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
Bucklen's Arnica Salyc,

The greatest medical wonder of the
world. Warranted to speedily cure
Burns, Bruises, Cuts, Ulcers, Salt
Rheum, Fever Sores, Cancers. Piles,
Chlblains, Corns, letter, Chapped
Hands, and all skin eruptlons, guaran
teed to cure in every instance, or mon
ey refunded. 25 cents per box. For
sale by M. E. Lcatherman.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

ANY HoUSEKEEPER who sends at once the
names of five married ladies, at same adj
DRESS and IL two-ccnt stamps for postage,
will receive free for one entire gear, a hand
some, entertaining and instructive Domcs-
tic Journal, devoted to Fashions, Fancy
Work, Decorating, Shopping, Cooking and
Household matters. Best Paper published
for Ladies. Eoery House. keeper acants 1t.
Regular price, $l00 Must send mo'o.
Address DOMESTIC JOURNAL,
July "a, 8 mos. Nunda, N. Y.
For preserving cans
Aug. 7. Go to II. G. Stocksdales
For fruit and preserving glass jars
Aug. 7. Go to II. G, Stocksdale's.
For the most reliable ready mixed paints
Aug7. Go to T. G. Stocksdalc's.
The largest stock and the best quality of
fruit cans and jars in the town is at
Aug. r IT, G. Stocksdalcs.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

CONE AND GoNE.-Mr. Chas. Kretzer
came to this place and occupied Mr.. H. G..
Anders' room, opened tony barber shop,
secured a very ilattering patronage, and af
ter two weeks went hence to Emmitsburg,
having bought out shop in that town. Mr.,
K. should do well there, for he is an excel
lent barber. Give him call on our warrant
that you will be pleased.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Our teachers are asking that the pupils in
the public schools comply with vaccination
requirement.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

EIGHTH PASTORAL YEAR.-Rev. W. G..
Wire, pastor of the Lutheran church, began
his eighth pastoral year in this congregation
last Sabbath The services we're Of an ami
versary character. The chancel was beau
tfully decorated with flowers, and over the
pulpit the motto 81 delight to do thy will o
God,' was displayed. The congregation was
we'll represented at this service. The theme
of the discourse was I'VE are workers to-
gether with God"
The following report of the seven years
work was read. Sermons preached, Sl4 /; fl-
nerals preached, SO; Infants baptized, 1876 !;
Adults baptized, 13; couples married, "a :;
Members received by certificate, 152; Mem
bers received by confirmation, 170; Total
accessions to the church, 344 net gam in
membership over loss by death and transfer
1856.
AS Rev. Wire serves the church here and
also at Rocky Ridge, the work at each place
was stated. AT Mechanicstown, adults bap-
TIED, g.; received by certificate, So; received
by continuation, lOO; total received, 1853 !;
loss 81 net gain, 1872.
At Rocky Ridge adults baptized, 5; re-
ceived by letter, 81; received by contirma-
ton. 70; total received, 1871 :; losses by death
and transfer 49, net gain, 1853.
During these seven years the church build
ing at Mcchanicstown has been materially
improved. The basement has been enlarged
by adding 20x40 feet, the old pulpit removed
and a new and tasteful pulpit, chancel read
ing desk and baptismal font placed in 20 IL
ton. The windows have been decorated
with beautiful design initiating stained
glass. Audience room has been re-papcred
and painted and the entire floor carpeted,
and the yard enclosed by a neat substantial
iron fence, all of which has been paid for.
We congratulate the congregation and
pastor upon their success
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

The man who lettered our fences and
buildings with "Panasca' is very superior
artist but very inferior orthographist.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED.-Someo one is
always coming out with q 'pont," in the
way of accounting for the hitherto incxplca-
ble Now how would it be for us to suggest
the idea ola wholesale poisoning of the sub
terrancan water supply, the springs and
wells by the use of fertilizers on the thous
ands of acres over the country. We know
that rotten fish, filthy bones and slaughter
house refuse, the carcasses CT animals dead
of all manner Of diseases in fact animal re-
mains of all parts and conditions enter into
the manufacture of commercial fertilizers
and we know further that the greater the
degree of otTensiveness to The nasal organ,
the greater degree of efficiency is claimed.
Now, this is spread under the surface Of
miles square in every district, is dissolved
out and certainly an apprecablc proportion
carried of by the sub soil waters, 10 enter
with the veins into springs and wells, As
sumo this much demonstrated could the
quantities in any case be sufficient to do
harm, or could slight effect be produced,
which being lasting one, becomes apprecia-
bic in time?
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Our town maintains its supremacy as the
best painted burg in Frederick county, or
any other county whereof we know.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Pool TABLE For SALE.-A good table in
first-class condition for sale at a bargain. In
quire for particulars at
aug 81 If THE CLARION OFFICE.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

We again request our local correspondents
to send us line.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
Local Items.
ClariOn's Telephone Call 23l.2.

Delicious bread, biscuits and cakes can
be made by using Drew's Yeast Powder.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Mr.. Henry Rouzer has rcmodeled the porch
in front of his elegant residence on E. Main
street
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Everywhere you go you are certain to
hear of the wonderful virtues Of DIR, Bulls
Baby Syrup.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

SHILOUS COUGH and Consumption
Cure is sold by DR.. NJ. f. Lcatherman on a
guarantee. 1t cures consumption.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
ANASAL INJECTOR free with each
bottle of Shiloh's Catarrh Remedy.
Sold by DR.. n f. Leatherman.

LADIES Medical ADVISER. - y complete
Medical Work for Women, handsomely
bound in cloth and illustrated; postpaid
for 10 two-Ccnt stamps Tells how to pre-
vent and cure all diseases of the sex, by 4
treatment at Aome Worth its weight in
Gold to every lady suffering from any o
these diseases Over 10000 sold already.
Address NUNDA Publishing Co,
july "a, 8 mos. NundA, n. Y.
ILPoaTAST-When you visit or leave
New York City, save Baggage EApressagc
and Carriage Hire, and stop at the Grand
Union Hotel, opposite Grand Central Depot.
Elegant rooms fitted up at cost Of one
million dollars, reduced to $1.0O and up
wards per day. European plan, Elevator
Restaurant supplied with the best Horse
cars, stages and elevated railroad to all de-
pots Families can live better for less
money at the Grand Hotel than at any first
class hotel in the city.
sept II 1y -..
NEW SEWING MACHINES AT A
TlTh DAIlVAlN-W Holu ol'l'lo III
Seven new Sewing Machines they are the
New Home" and are warranted to be AS
Good as the Best for general purposes. We
will receive orders for these as we receive
them, will send for the machines and will
sell them at a GREAT BARGAIN. Call
and learn the prices, when you will certainly
| buy if you want a machine
Call on or address
Apr 24tf. TIE CLARION.
| LITIZ CHILLED Pillow, WROUGHT
shear, and Poyneer wheat fans, for sale by
H. w. BENNETT,
| at Stocksdale & Bussards warehouse,
July II, ST. Mechanicstown, Md
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Court is in session and we have been in
vitcd to come in and tell all we know about
something or other, and we are there today.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

PoLITICAL.-All persons favorable to the
organization of Republican Club to aid in
the election of Blaine, Logan and McComas,
are requested to meet in the Academy, Me-
chanicstown, on Friday October Bird at z
o'clock, p m. BY order Of
Central Committee.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

A refreshing shower, the first in many
weeks to clay the DUST" visited us on Sun
day night.
Another really good rain fell on Tuesday
morning, but not sufficient to affect the mill
streams or wells
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Chas. IIaller, Frederick 5 boss rcstaurateur
is doing his share towards painting the city
red" Furthermore, he had fish that lived
out of water, the length of time deponcnt
saith not Go down and ask him about it
and order your dinner.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

This season has been one worthy OF note
in the way of building improvements in this
place Four fine dwellings have been erect
ed, one large public building, an honor to
more pretentous streets has been built, a
large addition to another business house, and
anumber of other buildings remodeled paint
ed and improved. A handsome sum has
been added TO our tax basis and a very mark
ed improvement made in the appearance Of
two of our streets
The dwellings were erected by Mcssrs. T..
C. Stocks.lale, Joseph Freeze .Jr., John A.,
Renner and one in process by Mr.. G. j, Car
mack; the large public building, a two-story
brick, by Col, Jno. r. Rouzer, the addition
by Mr.. Van Il. Oscr and rebuilding and
rcpainting by q number of our people.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

Wells dug and walled in highly satsfac
tory manner by the undersigned, who has all
the necessary appliances.
Bradley Lidie,
oct 22t Mcchanicstown, Md.
FOR SALE-One Valuable Family
Horse; light two-horse iron axle wagon, l
two-horse spring wagon with five springs; 1
one-horse do; good falling top buggy. All
in good repair. W. A. LYNN,
Oct24t Mcchanicstown, Md.
THAT HACKING COUGH can be ESQ
quickly cured by Shiloh's Cure. We guaran-
tee it. Sold by DR.. M. E. Leatherman.
FOR SALE.-A desirable country prop
erty consisting of % acres for sale low and
on reasonable terms. Any person wishing
such property will do well by calling on
the subscriber.
BERNARD COLLIFLOWER,
1923. Graceham, Frederick Co., Md.
McKELLIP'S CHOLERA MEDICINE,
safe and reliable cure for the prevailing sum-
mcr complaints is kept for sale by
S.M. GILBERT.
Remnants. Selling off at less than cost at
GRIMES & BOBLITZ
Canton, Wooden Fanncls, Dress Goods,
Calicocs, Muslins &c, at bottom prices at
GRIMES & BOBLITZ
A fine assortment Ready Made Clothing,
Boots, Shoes, Hats and Caps just received
by GRIMES & BOBLIrZ
For finest quality Harness, Machine, Meats
Foot Fish and Lard Oil, go to
scp25 GRIMES u BOBLlTZ.
SLEEPLESS NIGHTS, made miserablcb by
that terrible cough. Shiloh's Cure is the rem
edy for you. Sold by DR.. M, f. Leatherman,
Two New OEGANs.-We have at the fac
tory, ready for delivery one Estry and one
Sterling Organ. These are grand nstru-
mcn,s and for sale at Great Bargain; less
than Agents Prices. Call early as we usual
" make these sales readily.
We get them through advertising, both Of
which alv's will he found in this paper Adj
dress or call at
sep Is 3t THE CLARION OFFICE.
THE REV. GEO. II. THAYER. of Bour-
bon, Ind says Both myself and wife owe
our lives to SEIILOHS CONSUMPTION
CURE' Sold by NJ. E Lcathcrman.
----~-~~-~-------
CIDER AND APPLES for sale by the
undersigned, for applebutter and vinegar ct
the lowest figures John RouZer,
ARE YOU MADE miserable by lndiges-
ton Constipation, Dizziness, Loss of Arpc-
tite, Yellow Skin Shiol's Eitaiizcr is q
positive cure. Sold by NJ. f. Leatherman.
FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN-Lot of
Cider Barrels, well made with eight iron
hoops suitable for vinegar barrels.
NJ. +. POLICY e BRO,
aug % 81 McchanicstOwn, Md.
SHILOUS CATARRH REMEDY
positive cure for Catarrh, Dipthcria, and
Canker Mouth. Sold by NJ. E. Lcatherman
WANTED Some one to wash and iron
for large family. viii be required to do
the work at their own home. Inquire at
aug % ct THE CLARION OFFICE.
CJJJI nIJ'S CnIrGH on5 Consunntion
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
100 Is Acres Of Land.

more or less. The soil is known as "Red
Land is of the best quality, in good state
Of cultivation and produces good crops; the
farm is laid off into seven fields; a stream of
spring water ruUs through il, which may be
made accessible to stock in every field the
line fences are good the Improvements con-
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
The water supply of Frederick is very low.

To STUDY MEDICINE-Mr. Daniel l.
Leatherman of Lewistown, brother of DR..
M. E. Leatherman of this place left for Bal
tmore city yesterday to enter upon his first
course of lectures.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
FOURTH DAY--Friday, October 18th.

Ninth Purse, E300-2.35 Glass. For the fast
est Stallion, Mare or G,tiding, trotting in
harness, who's" record is not better than
233j, si50 for second, 500; for third $50.
Tenth Purse, $500 Running Race, Mile
Heats, best in 3, For first, $50; for Sec
ond, 500; for third $50.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

We are in receipt of a private letter from
friend in Gettysburg, from which we ven
ture to extract the following points. After
speaking of the Agricultural Fair as being a
financial success, although not as well at
tended as in former years, he refers to the
races and speaks of our local trotter Jumbo
rs the coming Jay Eye-Sce of the track and
says that he would undoubtedly have won
End, if not first place in either race for which
he was entered, but from which he was with
drawn.
Referring to the College he says: DR..
Mcknight, the newly elected president went
yesterday Goth ult.) ON his financial mission
in behalf OF the institution and was reward
cd by donation of twenty thousand dollars.
The givcr is Mr.. Bittngcr Of Abbotist0wn
who is quite wealthy and who lost his on|y
child, daughter, some time ago. He prom
iscs more. The money will be used, sup
pose, in the erecting of u fire proof building,
to contain the libraries, recitation rooms,
reading rooms and society halls.
DR.. Valentine was inaugurated President
of Theological Seminary in College Church
on last Thursday evening"
We trust that we shall not be held to too
strict an account for "cribbing" the ABOVE in
tcrcstng items.
A CONVENIENCE DECLINED.-We are de-
cidcdly of the opinion that the business men
of this place have committed an error in
permitting the opportunity ola free delivery
of Adams Express packages to pass from us,
as it has done.
Mr.. Shriner secured a wagon and bought
Il horse and relied upon the receipts from
the delivery of w. Md. freight to reimburse
him and established free delivery and col
lection Of Express parcels.
1t was convenience to all, but the bust
ness men, or a large proportion of them,
having declined to patronize him in the de-
livery of freight, the delivery of Express
matter came to be a convenience for which
Mr. Shrner paid, while the citizens roapcd
the benefit and he has, very properly, dis
continued it. Having for a number of years
been accustomed to the free delivery of En-
press packages, our people will very proba-
bly, be able to compare the new with the old
order of things to the disadvantage of the
former, in very short period of time.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

A DEMOCRATIC MASS MEETING and torch
light procession will take place at Emmits-
burg, under the auspices of the G. H. Il N.
young mems Democratic club of that place,
on Friday, Oct. Sd, at 7 o'clock, p. nj. Ad-
dresses will be delivered by John E. r. Wood
and Clayton o. Keedy of Frederick bar.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

PUBLlC OALIIS.-JHO II. NUUZeT ITS cACCU-
tor will sell the farm on Hunting Greek and
the mountain land belonging to the estate Of
Joseph Wilhide, deceased, on Saturday. Oct
1lth See adv. and bills.
Cyrus Cover, as executor of Sarah Idle,
deceased, will sell two pieces Of real estate
on Saturday, Oct. 18TH Sec bills.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

." He looks uneasily at his tanks; won't
lie down; stands with his legs wide apart,
and straddles as he walks" inflammation of
the kidneys Give him the usual dose of
Days Horse and Cattle Powder, and your
horse will be well in few DAYS."
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02

WANTED one to wash and iron
for a large family. viii be required to do
the work at their own home. Inquire at
aug % 1t THE CLARION OFFICE.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1884-10-02
New Advertisements.

Real Estate at Public Sale.
Well Digging.
For Sale.-W. A. LYNN.