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Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

cuts on his face aud bruises about the
head. Both men are strong, and cap
able of INJECTING severe punishment. ,
Mr.. Coffin makes the following state
ment: He had been out of town for
two days, and had left the keys of the
lookup in the hands of Uriah Morgan
who handed them to John H. APPEL,
one of the Commissioners. When he
went into the hotel to inquire if Mr..
APPEL had been there, he met Mr.. Will
son, who was conversing with man
standing in front of the bar; but he
turned and asked him if he tCOfin)
had said that he intended to lock him
up. Coffin replied no; but added, that
if he ever had occasion, he would do so.
Then Wilson asked him ifhe thought
he could whip him, aud offered to
wager money that he could not. COf-
fin says he replied that he did not
want to fight, and would not put up
money il he could. He then claims
that Wilson insulted him, and that he
told him to desist, that he did not
come in to pick a quarrel or De in
suited. (Hesays that Wilson had not
the appearance of a drunken man, as
he stood erect and talked clearly.) He
then says that Wilson struck him
twice, and he dropped back to the
screen and ended the fight as above
stated He says that he can prove in
court that he had been threatened ever
since he had the row with AlOnzo Nor
ris several weeks ago.
On Tuesday night Coffin was ar
rested and hearing was given him
before Esquire Pitman. He had no
witnesses called, while the prosecution
summoned all of theirs. He was held
under $1,000 bail for his appearance at
court, where he expects to prove him
self clear of blame.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

WELL, [ have just got a little
of everything that is new. New
laces, and new silks for summer
wear at prices that can not be sur
passed even at the speciality coun-
ters of the city. New Percales,
Sateens, Batiste, Organdie Lawns,
Ginghams,and lots of other pretty
goods suitable for summer dresses
for ladies and children.
A fine line of handsome trim
mings,that is composed of the very
latest wrinkles in the city novel
ties, and in buttons, why we just
can't think of going into detail,
but will ask you to call and see
them before deciding to purchase.
When we speak of having a line
of woollen goods for fine dresses,
we can simply name the follow
ing: Alma, Jersey, ,Tricot, Ottoman,
Albatross, Satin Berber, Cash
meres, Fancy Plaids, etc., which
I have purchased this spring and
will sell at reduced prices from
what they can be purchased in the
city; because my expenses are not
so high. Iclaim to be the leader,
and have the only complete line Of
white goods in Milford. Embroi-
dered suits at the most reasonable
prices. Yours truly,
Mrs. S. E. REEDY.
Second door above the Bank.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

FIGHT.-Another disgraceful fight
occurred in Milford last Monday eve
ming, and rum was at the bottom of It,.
The facts appear to be about as follows,
and we will give them as we received
them, ITr. Wm. NJ. Day was sitting
in the bar-room of the Central Hotel
and says that Edward Coffin, the town
bailifE, was talking with J. @. Wilson,
and both men were speaking Of their
manhood. Coffin, in replying to Will
son, told him that If he ever had
occasion, be would certainly lock him
up. "a screen was between the two
men and Mr.. Day.) The next thing
Mr.. DAG saw, was, Wilson falling
back into a corner of the room where
he struck his cheek against window
ledge and was stunned. Coffin piled
onto him and struck him several
times before Mr.. Day attempted to
stop the fight; but Coffin exclaimed
that he was the Town Bailiff, and
would attend 10 his man. Mr.. Day
then desisted, and says Mr.. John 3.
Cannon came in and pulled Coffin
away; but even then he went back
and struck Wilson twice more. The
whole time occupied was less than
three minutes.
Mr.. Shines version of the affair was
little different. He says that when
he came into the bar, Wilson said to
Coffin, "do you want to arrest me?"
and Coffin replied mo, butifyou give
me occasion shall lock you np.n
Then Wilson said, 'look out for your
selfn and he then struck a blow at
Coffin, who lodged it and returned
the blows with both hands, one after
the other. Wilson fell, and the bal
ance tallies with Mr. Days statement.
f! Wilson's Injuries consisted Of three
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
FORTY PIECES OF MUSIC FREE.

Every new subscriber TO sstrawbridge & Clothier's
Fashion Quarterly gets one volume Of Musical
Bric-a-B Brac Instrumental Selections; or, one vol
rme OF Musical Bric-a-Brac, Vocal Selections.
Pretty cover clear type fun sheet mnsic size. The
"Quartery'i Is the cheapest ladies magazine IN the
world. The Spring number contains 100 illustrated
pages; colored plate Of Paris Fashionsi cnt-paper
pattern Supplement; complete original Novelette,,
By Robert Grant; New Waltz, by SOusa, leader Of
the Marine Band. ETC., etc. Cnt this out, incloee
90 cents, mention your choice. instrumental or
vocal and send 10 StrawbfidEe 3 Cl0thier, Eighth
and Markets strcets Philadelphia. Aag-l-it.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
ForLK y DELAMATER haYe

FoULK & DELAMATER have a
large line of useful articles put up
very neatly, that they are selling
at 10 cents. Call and see them.
We name a few; extracts, Vanilla
and Lemon, Cough Mixture, Essence
Ginger, Universal Liniment, Anti
bilious Pills, Hair Tonic, Cologne,
Tooth Powder, etc. These are not
catch penny articles, but all of the
best quality.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
Roller RmGlels.
BY OUR SKATING REPORTER.

Hiram A. Davis has bought out the
interest of w. S. and H. E. Bell in the
Capitol Rink at Dover.
One afternoon this week, a lady of
North Milford, rushed into the street
to see where the cloud was that the
thunder came from. She was as mad
as a wet hen when she was told that it
was her daughter, praeticing on roller
skates IN her garret before going to the
Polar Rink.
The bow legged skater at the Polar
Rink has been one of the main attrac-
ton this week. Eddie" is very popular
among the fair sex.
Miss Jennie Hurley fell at the rink
last Monday and fractured her right
wrist.
"Mother may go ont to skater"
Eyes, my darling Julia,
But don't you try the figure 8,
For it win surely fool youl
Just as You make the lightning whirl,
To show your springy muscle,
The boys will see a foolish girl
Sliding upon her bustle."
Dr.Parris Carlisle and sister, of Fred
erica, were among the visitors this week
at the Polar Rink.
Boone, Of the Arctic Rink. is now
making it Il study how to soften the
floor, so that his many fulls will not
be so hard.
Atth& l, K on Wednesday,
evening last, the prize for the most
graceful ladyand gentleman skater was
awarded as follows: Mr.. John w.
Townsend and Miss. Laura Conner,
the FIRST prize, and Mr.. n. Spurry and
sister the second. It was the opinion
of most of the persons present, that
the prize should have been given to
the skaters of the Polar Rink that were
present, had not they been debarred
out Of the contest.
Filial DevotiOn-To see q young girl
of fifteen teach her father Of fifty how
to skate.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
Not a sInrle Gray Hair.

''You may laugh and think me a vain thing, "
writes Mrs J. X. C., of San Francisco, TO friend
In this city "hut l have not a gray hair in my
head, and yet sad to say, l am fifty and day.
Recently my hair was not only quite gray but quite
thin, too. Parker's Hair Balsam-made in New
York. think-did wonders for me. Try it if you
have occasion. Il really does what say, and re-
stores the cosr also " Not a dye, not greasy,
highly perfumed Only reliable SOC. dressing.
May-1-4t.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
Cbeer Up!HeIp is at ITand.

''I'm afraid shall have to be taken to hospital
or to the poorhouse. I've been sick so long that
my husband good aud patient as he is. can't stand
the worry and expense much longer" No you
won't dear wife and mother. See what Parker &
Tonic win do for YOU Plenty OF women as badly
of as you are, have been rescued almost from the
grave by 1t. Il will build you up, curing all all
ments Of the stomach liver and kidneys and is sim
BE. pleasant and safe, May-1-4t
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
milford Markets.
Corrected weekly by DR.. WV. MARSHALL frnpr
HIARsHALL's FULL ROLLER PROCESS
MILLS, MILFORD, DEL.
LOCAL ADVERTISEMENTS.

PLYMOUTH ROCK EGGs.-nn settings Of
IS. at 81; by NJ. G. GRENNEII, Felton, Del.
FOR RENT. Six roems in the dwelling that
stands opposite to where Blair's factory stood.
Apply 10 A. j. W. HARPER.
FOR SALE.-York carriage, nearly new. Ad-
dress THos. HUMPnREYs. Milford, Del.
FOR RENT. - The Tan-Yard Sterehouse
with dwelling attached. Possession given at once.
Rent low. Apply to
P. F. OAusEY. Milford, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

WHILE the workmen were tearing
away the old granary on the property
that Mr.. Reynear Williams is improv-
ing, at the corner Of Church and Sec
ond streets, Mr.. James Smiths dog
killed forty rats, and he is not a very
good dog for rats either.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

TRADE is improving, and the first to
feel the change are the hotels. Smoot's
House has had an unusually good run
for the last ten days, and we presume
it is the same report with others.
Smoops Hotel has earned the reputa-
ton of being A in the hotel line Of
Delaware
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
,o,D omUnoI DIRECTORY

,,,.-,h an Railroad Avenue. Services
~ ~ an m and Z. 80 p m. Rev.W 5. Robinson
Church ssrvess Of Mana' nt fPo
Front ~ ~ ~ Rev. II e L. Bunsteln Pastor
!" e su Church. corner Third and ChnreA SsIeeis
sar,;,ices al i0.8O a. m. aAd 1.SO p. m heF' L.
u atSsog .iss 9bnrch Rev. s. B. Hayward Pastor.
sep,lces Al 10 30 a. m. and Up. IN. Prayer Meet
-. nhnrsdnY EYenIng.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE Union Star ofBethlehem Lodge
have built new hall on North street
above Fourth. It is as fine ball as
the colored people have in town. Only
about forty-five members are in the
lodge, and they have the hall nearly
mid for
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE following letters remain I'M
called for in the Milford postofiice: ::
Mr.. Thomas Allen, Mrs. Elizabeth
Brown, Mrs. Maggie Davis, Mr.. Alfred
Donavan, Mrs. Catherine Email, Miss
Louisa Scott, Chas. J. Shockley, Mr..
Frank Walter. r. A. STEWARD, P. NJ.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

GOVERNOR STOcKLEY has appointed
George A. Jones of Georgetown Hd..
Philip c. Matthews of Broad Creek
Hd., and Alfred Short of Cedar Creek
HID, Commiss toners to redistrict Sus-
sex county, under the law passed for
that purpose at the recent session of
the General Assembly. See notice in
this column.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

WHEN you want to insure any of
your property be certain and insure it
in a good, sound, reliable company.
Insure it with a reliable agent and in
case Of loss you win have no trouble.
JOHN H. APPEL.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE Rev. Charles E. Minor. who
was rector Of Christ Church, Milford,
about four years ago, has received
unanimous call 10 the rectorship of The
Church ofSt. Ambrose, Twenty-eighth
street. PhiIadelphia.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

ON Monday last Lofiand & Davis re-
csived orders for more phosphate than
they ever had ordered before in one
week. They will have the largestsea-
son this year that they have had since
they commenced business.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
A cARD-Mr. Joseph A. Hudson

A cARD-Mr. Joseph A. Hudson has
accepted the position of Manager and
Buyer for the ladies' ready-made cloak
department, with Messrs. Marks Bros,
Sth & Arch Streets, Philadelphia.
His old friends will always receive a
welcome, either by letter or personal
visit, and may safely entrust any or
der to his judgement; for he guaran-
tees satisfaction and prompt attention.
Respectfully yours,
4-3-3m Jos. A. HUDSON.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THERE are several young men in
Milford who are very loud spoken in
denouncing all correct ideas of MAIN
taining law and order in the town and
should this spirit be tolerated, our
town would soon add to its already
bad reputation for a tough class of cit
liens.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE stores in North and South Mil
foad have closed pretty generally on
Sunday. Just how long this spas
modic fit of piety will last with our
Grand Jurors, we won't predict.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

When Baby was sick, we gave her CAsTORIA
When she was a Child, she cried for CAsToRIA
When she became Miss, she elung to CASrORLA
When she had Children, she gave them CASTA
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

ALL "May parties" have been post
poned until June this year. It's not
very comfortable prancing about the
cold damp groves until the SUMS rays
warm up the earth.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

4 free circus took place last Tuesday
afternoon among the rabble on East
Front street. The vile language used
would have done credit to a Water
street dive in the city.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE Delaware Baptist Union will
commence its session in Milford on
Tuesday afternoon next at 2 O'Clock,
and Will continue for two days.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

Do you need a cheap ready-made
suit of clothes? If you do, you will
find low prices, good goods and guar
antee at Latehum & Davis. Il
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

MONEY sold at the last meeting Of
the Building Loan Association as fol-
lows: $500 10 matured stock at one
half Of one per cent. To Stockholders
$500 at 1Sl, $3.50 at 1T, and 5000 at Is
per cent.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

Mr.. JAMES ABBOTT returned from
Philadelphia on Tuesday, where he
has been to see about the wrecked
schooner Emma Robinson. As she
was being hauled off into deep water
she was struck by squall and sunk.
A new contract has been made by a
wrecking company to have her raised.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

H. G. CoRsA has a limited number
of sweet potato plants not contracted
for. Parties in need would do well to
see him soon.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

BEGINNING May 18th, the train that
now Ieayes Milford at 1858 p. m. for
Harrington, will leave at L5Op. m.
A. BROWN, II. NJ.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE bulk of the coin crop acreage
has been planted this week in this VI
cinity. About the usual amount has
been seeded.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THAT "summer luxury and Tegu-
lar visitor" has put in its appearance
early this spring-we refer to the fes-
tive mosquito.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

H. C. CORsA is repaired to contract
for the settling of Artesian Wells for
either families, towns or cities, through
earth or rock. He guarantees satisfac-
tion in every paticular. may-1-tf
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

ELLENDALE.-Mr. Alfred Short,
our popular postmaster, received his
commission from Governor Stockley
last Friday, as one of the Commission
ers for tile purpose of redistricting the
Sussex County Schools. Their first
meeting was last Tuesday at George
tOwn.-John Watson, one of the
railroad section men, had a serious ac-
cident happen to him. He fell back
wards from the platform last week,
and his head struck the track. His
back and arms were badly bruised.
The property of Henry Martin,
deceased, was sold by the administra-
tor last week, and it brought high
prices.-Real estate forming a part
of the estate of the late Zachariah
Griffin, was sold here last Saturday,
The land contained 250 acres and is
located in Nanticoke Hundred adja-
cent to lands Of Albert Curry. 1t was
purchased by VIM. I. Simpson, of
Milford, for 1,100; cash.-The pros
pect for wheat and peaches is good.
Wheat that was supposed to be winter
killed is sprlnging up surprisingly.
Mr.. VIM. Donovan seems to have
some enemy who is determined to
make his life a burthen to him. Not
long ago some person set fire to his
dwelling, and it was consumed with
all of his personal proF1yty. He re-
ceives anonymous letters Threatening
him frequently, and lfst week un-
known parties cut the tCD,of new
carriage into pieces, broke wheel and
in other ways ruined the vehicle. He
hopes to secure evidence enough to
have them presented to the Grand
Jury: J55' PAUAcertainS
---=----ss- nfiment
WYOMING ITEMS. - Last Monday
evening the ladies' of Wyoming pre-
sented the General David Woodell
Post, G. \. r., with flag. Elegant
addresses and soul-stirring music
added to the evenings entertainment,
which passed off pleasantly. Wyom-
ing has o Warm feeling for the boys
VINO protected the stars and stripes aud
saved us a united country,
The young people Of the NJ ..
Church gave an exhibition on Friday
evening last, consisting of dialogues,
recitatiOns, music, etc.
Rev. s. F. Laury, rector Of the Re
formed Church, is slowly recovering
from a severe attack of paralysis and
nervous prostratiOn. Great fears were
entertained for his recovery.
The Kent county committee of the
Delaware State Temperance Alliance
met in Dover on Tuesday, April 2sth,
and seven of the nine hundreds were
represented. The following officers
were chosen to serve for one year
Charles H. Register, PresidentI James
G. Stewart, Vice-PresidentI w. N.
Brown, Secretary, aud Richard M.
Cooper, Treasurer. On motion, the
committee was enlarged by the addi-
tion of forly-six leading citizens from
the different hundreds. A discussion
was then had in regard to the policy
to pursue in the future, and it was de-
cided to organize at once for work. On
motion, the chairman was instructed
to issue a call for the committee, as in.
creased to meet at Dover on Tuesday,
May 18th, at one o'clock, at Odd Eel
lows Hall. The Secretary was author
ICED to correspond with John B.
Cough, and ascertain if his services
could be procured for mass meeting
on the Camden camp grounds on the
4th of July. Adjourned to meet in
two weeks. B.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

FITS.-A1 FITS stopped free by DR.. Kline's
Great Nerve Restorer. No fits after first days use
Marvellous cures. Treatise and s.. 90 trial bottle
free to fit cases. Send to DR.. Kline,03i arch street,
Pa,
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

ON TAP-Phillip Best's Milwaukee
beer constantly on tap at STEMS Cen
tral Hotel, in Milford. 1t is the best
beer in the market, and being drawn
direct from the keg, it is always fresh.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE friends of Frederick Voelker
will this week take him to the Nor
ristown Insane Asylum as State pa
tient.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE wheat fields which promised so
little two weeks ago. under the infiu-
ence of sunshine and the late rains
have improved astonishingly, and now
promises an average crop.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

Some of his gentlemen friends
presented the groom with a handsome
silver tea set. Mr.. Deputy expects to
build a residence on Front street next
to the old mansion.
Happy is the bride that the sun
shines on, and we hope thatthis adage
may prove true in the case of our
friends, Mr.. VIM. T. Reville, Jr., and
Miss Ella Humphreys who were Joined
in the holy bonds of matrimony at
the rectory of Christ Church, in Mil
ford by Rev. L. H. Jackson, April
28rd, 1885. The entire force of our
office, from the ink singer to the
devil, have expressed their
well wishes and pleasure at this union
over a very fine cake that was thought
fully sent down on Thursday morn
ing. May their welded lives be as
sweet as the excellent cake, and may
their old age be blessed with loving
and tender family.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

RED OIL at Foulk & DeLamater's;
safe, sweet, brilliant and beautiful
Try it.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

A new Office and stOrehOuse has been
erected by Pitcher & Carey, near the
depot.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE best crackers of every deserip-
tion always fresh, at E. GEILINGER's'
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

For a nobby spring suit of clothes
90 to Latchum & Davis.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE annual meeting of the stock
holders of the Delaware, Maryland
& Virginia Railroad Company will be
held at Georgetown on the 9th in },
for the purpose of electing Is directefs.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

SATURDAY is the last day on which
you can secure rebate on your school
taxes.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

GEO. kIALE has certainly made
great Improvement in the appearance
Of the Slaughter Beach property. He
has erected another addition that Is
slxty-six feet long, twenty-five feet
vile aud two and a-half stories high.
viii BE- used for bowling alley
pool room down stairs, and sleep
apartmenis orer head.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

FRosr.-Last Sunday morning the
ground was covered with frost,and ice
formed in horse troughs as thick as Or
binary window glass. Many peach
buds were blasted, and Plso the few
early blooms on the strawberries.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE best cutter in Milford is at
Latchum & Davis.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

OBITUARY.-Ella, wife of VIM. B.
Prettyman, and youngest sister of P.
J. Hart, of Milton died at her residence
in Dover, Saturday morning, May 2nd,
aged thirty-seven years. She was a
great sufferer of consumption for sew
eral months and died without a muir
mur She leaves a husband, three
children, and brothers and sisters. Ella
was favorite to all her immediate
family; being the youngest of eleven
that lived to be grown up and mar
ried. The cold hand of death has
taken all but five. who mourn her loss.
On Thursday morning at quarter
after seven o'clock, Mrs. Eliza LOwery
died after an illness OftwO weeks. She
was aged So years and the wife of JUS
tus LOwery. She has lived all her life
in Milford and was noted for her kind
and charitable disposition. The fun
eral services on Sunday afternoon at
o'clock; the remains will be placed
at rest in the Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
non,t Eat Hnrrx.

health journal says that people ought 70 take
n there is enough dinner TO hold out so long. The
penalty for hurrying meals as most people do, Is
erevions attack Of dyspepsia. In such a case you
VIII have 10 resort TO Browns Iron Btters for cure
as did Mr. j. r PInkstOn, Shorter's Depot, Ala
who writes Il found relief in Browns Iron Bit
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
EstabIisIed I87A.
MELL DIGGER,

Ioffer my services to the public as a well digger
end repairer Of pumps and wells. Ny work Is
guaranteed TO be satisfactory, or no charge will be
made until the work Is made so; barring quicbsaHd
4-3-sm PHILLIP C. WILEY, Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

OUR popular Insurance agent, John
II. APPEL.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
Milford Mentions.

IoE CREAM tonight at Geillnger's.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

THE schooner Governor Stockley
went ashore at Benefits pier on last
Friday night. She was got Off at
eleven O'clock next day without dam
age to vessel or cargo. The wind was
blowing a heavy squall with a rough
sea, and the vessel became unmanag-
able. She was loaded with lumber
and merchandise fol. A. K. Hall &
Son.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

MIR. BEREE, of the Shawnee farm,
has bought a piece of land of Harris
Paige,and intends to erect on it a two
thousand dollar house. Mr.B.is largely
interested in poultry, he has about three
hundred hens and expects to increase
his flock to fifteen hundred and exper-
iment with an incubator.
Mr.. Harry Walton, in the same
neighborhood, is also largely interested
in poultry, giving more attention to
spring tckens than eggs.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

LAST Friday Roland Carlisle was
down at Slaughter Beach, and he saw
a fish hawk make repeated attempts
to raise fish out of shallow pool of
water on the flats. His curiosity led
him to walk out on the flats TO the
spot, where he found an extraordinary
sized mackerel floundenng. He Sc
cured the prize that the hawk was un-
able to capture and brought it home.
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08

IN every mans life, we presume,
there are odd little moments in which
he finds it impossible to call up just
the exact name, or word, he may de-
sire to speak or write to convey his
ideas correctly. Last week we were in
Just such a condition when we used
the word Levy CourV' in a local,
when it should have been "Grand
Juror" Thanks TO our neighbor for
calling orr attention to it,
Milford chronicle., 1885-05-08
A FEW HINTS
FOR THE USE OF

DOSE. - To more the bosg-
els gently, 2 to 4 Pnlsi
thoroughly, 4 to 8 PillE
Experience 'oilI decide tie
proper dose is each case.