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The Sunday herald. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1866-1887, 1885-05-10
Walking the Floor.

All patrons OF the great retail shops In the cities
nave noticed those quiet yet imperative gentlemen
who are never seen behind the counters who sell no
goods. who say little. but appear TO see and hear
walkers. They are constantly on the watch for
negligent oerks, dishonest customers, professional
theves and they also direct people to the particular
departments OF which they ere In search. The POSI-
ton OF noor-walker calls for men who are patient
alert, c0o-headed, courteous, and good judges OF
human nature ~ expressed In dress and.manner.
Mr.. y. Edward cramer, Of $50 Wabash avenue, Ii
Metropolis, aud IN recent talk he said TO the writer
"Yes, my position involves no small degree Of
care and responsibility. TO stand 1t fellow ought
TO have good legs and good lungs. Until lately had
trouble with my lunga for nearly three years.
Whenever caught fresh cold suffered great
palm. was afraid II would break me all up before
long. Several physicians whom consulted said
rarlly."
'sThat was rather sad lookout for man who
had his bread and butter to earn. But you seem
better now. What under the sun did you do?n
~ took the advice OF young lady friend, aud
some months ago began the use Of Bensons Capcine
plasters. didn't take much stock In them at first,
because ! had tried other plasters, which didn't
sons plasters gave me quick relief aud ! have 10
hesitation IN saying that owe to them my present
"still said !, there cannot be any material dif-
ference between such simple things as pasters."
Yes, there is,n replied Mr.. cramer, "as much
sons act more quickly than others. they soohe rrta
ton aud heal all soreness where they applied and
seem to penetrate 10 the hidden seat OF tile trouble
In Short oil that can say In their praise will not ex-
press the rcal vaiue OF Bensops plasiers to those
who suffer-"
The Sunday herald. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1866-1887, 1885-05-10
A CARD.-To ALL WHO ARE sIJFpEp

Ching IRON errors and indscretions OF yonth merry
Gus weakness, early decay loss OF manhood. eic
wli send u recipe that viii cure you, FREE OF
missionary In South America. Send self-addresseJ
envelope 10 REV. JOSEPH T. IslMAS. station ID, New
iotA' jyla.ly
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16

however, on the evening that he arrested
her husband for assault and battery.
James N. IHeal was next examined and
testified that be had never on any occ Aston
seen Meek under the influence of liquor, in
fact bad never seen him take drink.
The next witnesses were George Ravens
and J. r Sheppard rolling rnill employe.
The lstter's testimony was rather damaging
10 Meek, as be seemed reluctant to answer
all Of the heterogeneous propounded, and
locked as II he wanted to go out OF the
room.
William Britton. who came next on the
list, afforded no little amusement by his
sharp witticisms. and gave toe Board many
valuable pointers before he gracefully re-
tired.
A large number OF other witnesses were ex-
smined, including CITY Prosecutor Wright,
Squire smock. John Logan, Fred
Meyers and John Q. Moore. Tne
vas favorable to Meek and especially that Of
Moore who Is a constable in Squire Judkin's
Court be said he had had business dealings
with the Douglass family, and found than
70 be rather desperate people couple who
would leave no stone unturned 20 get even
With on enemy.
Meek wBs given tho privilege of making
q statement, and he entered a general
denial 10 the charge. The Board
ihen considered the testimony, aad
bess1s Murphy and Cottrel were
III favor of dropping the accused from the
force 81 cncs. Mr. Morrison, however, did
not favor such action, and it was finally re-
solved 20 let the entire matter rest for day
CT two. when the Beard will ask for Meek's
resignation. The Commissioners then agreed
to hold a meeting at o'clock this afternoon,
when Pa'Yolmen Farrell, ROnacker and
ConKlin will appear before them to answer
70 charges Of lettering. The resolution ask
ing for the resignation of Superintendent
Lang will also be introduced By Mr.. Cottrell
4 Sentinel representative had a brief con-
verestiOn with Mr.. Morrison at the conclu-
fiOn Ct the meeting. The reporter informed
the Commissioner that the report had gone
mentioned resOlution, and heartily cooper
ate with Mr. Cottrel in all changes aud re-
movsis no night desire 10 make IN the work
Ing OF the Police Department. "Mr. Lang
was q very eff Gent Suparintendent before
weat East" said the Commissioner, and"
he continued, Il do not think that be has
violated lie oath of office since then. hence
I can see no reason why / should vote to
depose him. l am not in favor OF the Teso-
luton and the mover viii not get my as
sisIance. as to the cases of the three pstsol-
men / can say nothing, not having been
advised Is to the nature OF the charges against
them"
Il wes reported late last night that Mr..
Murphy would vote with Mr.. Cottrell, bat
this does not seemTessOnable for that gentle
nan has already declared himself in fsvo'
! of Lang. It is generally conceded on al
] sides, however, that in the event the present.
! incumbent is retired Sergeant Saurers will
| be promoted TO the Superintendency. Hs
is one OF the most efficient officers on tn;
force and would I'LL the Office IN a creditable
! manner.
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16
PFRsoNAL MENTION.

s. D. Williams, Charlottesville; T. l. Stew
at, f. ContuTn, T. ]. Cash, G. Falk, G. Sal.
ter, Sullivan; A. c. Chad, Madison; j. II.
lee. G. 3. Howell. Anderson; W. I. Banks,
G. W Edwards, Liberty Mills are al the
Occidental.
Bates House: Harry B. Lowe. w. G. Par
dun, Kokomo; Dr.. W. A. Fritoh, Evans
vile; S. s. Boots Greenfield; j. ]. Hilton,
MartinsYille; J. r. Duncan, Charlottesville;
sam'l F. seawright Larry BOunt, Born,
LAFAYETTE; J. G. Scbaf. Brookville; ]. P.
Howley Richmond; +. T. Corwin, Green
castle; James Fay. Madison; Charles G.
Parker Spencer; Adam G. Gill Brazil; T.
II. HYDE. Terra Hsute; @. 3. Wing Cincin.
raii; A. @. Cogill, Lsporte; W. II. Clsmens
Upton; } J. Gardner. CLAW City; T. D
Alder, cambridge; w. H. Hendricks Marion
T. ". Anderson, Anderson; 7. II. Scott
NinCennes
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16
Ioadad Canes-

That's curious," said the religious editor
nusinely, 81 wonder why they call them
loaded canes."
Because they make good shooting sticks, T"
said the tramp printer who had come in to
borrow some smoking tobacco.
They carry good deal of weight
in the discussioB OF some ques.
tions," ventured the society reporter.
4 have always kesn Of the opinion, f" said the
assistant foreman OF the newsroom. that 1t
is s contraction OF low-ed-head.' and, in
some manner, was formerly used by the en-
enies of the managing editor
"a study OF the classics has convinced
me-" said the book reviewer, that il is from
the Latin verb, laudo. to praise. and refers to
the 'prsys' of the man who Is IN danger OF
q Gaming"
Il have somewhere heard that il is a cor.
Iupiion Of low dead Canes" said the stock
reporter. Il suppose it's because they grow
low on the trees and ripen after frost
II guess said the religious editor. not
noticing the suggestions lit must DC because
they so of so rapidly when laid down"
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16
The Great Circus and Menagerie

The Great Circus and Menagerie
Is comirg and everybody knows this fact.
All arc intimately aware that John B. Doris
new monster shows, three ring circus, nam.
moth nuseunl, deep sea aquarium, elevated
theater stage, and ffty-csge mensgerie, 10
universally acknowledged to be the creates
ard gTanoest coDglomeration of startling
and attractive wonder ever exhibited uuder
canvas. VIII positively be in the city on
TIE 18th and 18Th of April
We will give a brief but correct synopsis
Of what you will see in John B. Doris
new monster moral shows. It would
be i'm possible, however, in en- ordin-
airy newspaper report, 10 give details
concerning this mammoth aggregation.
However, q few of them can be mention
ed. and 20 tbese justice car not be done.
Fret sud foremost of AL, comes the ponder
ous and pioneer war elephant, Belts" who
hiss won over 100 hard fought battles, and is
141 years old. She, although eged is one of
the best performing elephants IN the world !;
YVES captured In British Iadia. and st one
time vas the property of Ahmed Shah
DuYGni She is a wonderful curiosity. and
10 person should fail to see Belts, the
Oldest elephant in the world. The troupe of
fourteen reel, brswny Turks, first appearance
in America, most wonderful in their feats
Of strength forming human pyramids. etc.
French troupe CT bicycle riders. the best,
and Acknowledged champions OF the world
Moore Family Siberian Roller Skaters,
the Irost skiilfnl lady and gentlemen skaters
n the world. Rifie Beg, the deCtrous
knife-thrower. Ketsmorpa, queen OF the
reptile world, who handles the venomous
and deadly serpeLts We could continue
writing each and every attraction, but space
will not permit; but we can advise you
all that Doris has the finest show in the
world. You will see the best male
riders, best femsls riders. more athletes.
more acrObsts, more leapers, funny
clowns. and more animals than we're
ever exhibited under one management Re-
member, also, that this is three-ring circas,
elevated tbester stage and fifty-csge menag-
erie, and with all these unimpeschable facts
va would suggest that you go early in order
to get good seats. Don't forget, however,
that the grand, free street demon
strstion viii occur in the morning at 10
o'clock. Twenty open dens Of wild and per.
forming animals will be exposed TO full, free
view in the public streets.
Remember days and dates-Fridey and
Saturday next
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16
TnE POLICE BOARD.
Nee K TO Get Eis Walking Pspers-Com
missioner Morrison and the Lang
Resolution.

Police Commissioner Morrison arrived IN
the city from Hartford yesterday morning,
and at 80 last night the full Board met to
investigate the charges Of drunkenness and
Unbecoming conduct preferred against Pa
trolmsn s. J. Meek By Robert Douglass, the
South Tennessee street saloon keeper. The
accused and the accuser had any number Of
witnesses on hand and several Of them were
rot called uroa to testify, nearly all of the
testimony being Of the same character.
Mr. Douglass was examined first. He said
that Meek came into his saloon at $50 South
Tennessee street, sbout o'clock one after.
noon during tbs latter part of February,
considerably under the indaencs of intoxi-
csnfs, although he did not stagger. De
wore his regulation cost and badge was
very qusTre.soue, and threatened to ar
rest one Doctor Stewart who had
bssn guilty OF no mlsdemeanor Meek
Was in the habit OF meeting young girl
AIMED Lizzie Rown st his placs two or three
times q week. They met on the afternoon
ia question and drank together at his bar,
The eirl calling for wine while the accused
ordered gID. The girl sat on the officers lap
and ne kissed and Rugged her. They re.
n aimed IN bis place about en- hour when
Meek took her 10 restaurant for supper
Did Lot know whether the girls reputation
was good or bad.
Mary Douglass Roberts wife,
Was then called, but her testimony did not
differ materially from that of her husband
20 far ss the charge of drunkenness vas C ~
oerned. Meek, she said, insuited her grossly.
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16
Soaking Her Husband.

The CONFECTIONERY OF yesterday says that
Mrs. William Manaker was IN that city on
Tuesday looking for her husband who came
there on Friday lsst. Msnaker is well
known gambler, and his wife visited all the
railroad offices TO learn whether he had pur-
chased ticket. Concerning the woman's
story the Courier Journal says: THE wo-
msn says he is her husband. and that they
have been married several years. She says
they came from Indianapolis, where her
husband had made big WANING daring the
recent session OF the Legislature, and that
she bad been stopping with her people IN
this city while her hus band remained at tbs
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16
Asking about Friends.

The Grand Hotel is in receipt Of lstter
from Mirsbele Stodder. OF Englewood, Ill,
asking for Information concerning L. Z.
slodder, who was guest AZ the hotel some
time ago. The writer IS evidently tina wife
of the missing man, whom she says she has
not heard from for four weeks. An inquiry
has also been received at the Grand concern.
ing L. ". Berry, who was registered there
two weeks ago, but who seems to be keeping
his movements from his friends.
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16
No More Circus" Business for the

The police reIolcs in the fact that they no
longer risk life and limb aud tear their
clothing at the gymnasium. Commissioner
COttTell feeling convinced that q copper
could get 6 sufficient amount OF exercise by
patrolliDg his beat in faithful manner, has
put stop to tbs circus business
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-04-16

hotel. She claimed to have a brother named
Deming on the police force in this city, bat
no such name is on the list"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03

THE OCTOBER CENTURy.-In the
October Century the space commonly
taken up with the War Series has
been devoted to articles and illustra-
tions relating in timely and impor-
tant way to the life and services Of
General Grant. General Horace POr-
ter, who was near to Geneal Grant
both in military and civil life, contri-
butes forcible anecdotal paper on
/" Lincoln and Grant, including sto-
ries which were told by one or the
other in their intercourse. General
James Fl. Wilson gives entertaining
/" "reminiscences of General Grant,"
relating chiefly to his Western career;
and General Adam Badeau writes,
with entire knowledge and freshness
ofdetail, of" The Last Days of General
Grant" The latter paper is illustra-
ted with two most interesting por-
traits, from an old daguerreo-type of
General Grant as lieutenant and CAP
tain. Two other portraits are after
photographs which were taken during
his last campaign. There are, besides,
pictures of his birthplace and of his
headquarters at City Point. In "Mem-
oranda of the Civil War;" Gen. Don
Carlos Buell. contradicts famous say
ing ascribed to General Grant, as hav-
ing been addressed to General Buell.
at Shiloh. Mrs. NJ. E. Seawell relates
an anecdote to show " General Grants
Premonition, after Vicksburg, that he
would become the leading general.
Miss Heintzelman replies to General
McCleIlan's reference to the part taken
by !" General Heintzelman in the Pc
ninsular Campaign" and Charles w.
Elridge answers passage in General
Badeau's sketch of General Grants
career, in which mention was made of
Charles Summer.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03
sM0KEToWN ITEMS.

The farmers in this section are be-
ginning to seed. The corn crop is
better in this section than it has been
for several years. Some think they
will average IS bushel per acre.
The Bush Meeting held at Swan
Pond by the c0lored people Of this
section, was success.
We are sorry to note the death Of
Boyd, infant son Of Zacharias Sprinkle,
who died Thursday, Sept. oath, after
a very short illness.
Preaching tomorrow at Greensburg
Chopel at 1890, by Rev. Fout, minis
ter in charge.
We are glad to note that the needle
that was in Mrs. Rosa Colbert's hand
a year and eight months, was taken
out by Jacob Whitson of your city
it was nearly rusted in two in two
places.
Miss Irene Woods, of Baltimore,
who was visiting Miss Bessie Woods,
has returned home very much pleased
with her visit.
Mr.. Abe McQuilkin and wife, Of
your city, spent several days with his
nephew, Mr.. Jacob McQuikin, near
Leetown.
Mr.. Corbin Tabler has purchased
one hundred acres of land of the
Sprinkle property, from the present
owner, Mr.. Philip Welshans, for the
sum of 5000 dollars.
Sept. 30th, 1885. ORION.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03
BROAD LANE.

The farmers are busily engaged
seeding. 1t is said that Hon. II. III.
Flick met with an accident a few
days ago while fishing, near the
Indian Church." and it might have
proved fatal had he been by himself.
He was standing in the boat and lost
his balance and fell backward in the
boat, and being c0rpulent, and the
boat being narrow, he conld not get
up without assistance. NJ. NJ. Bow
ard went to his assistance and got
him up all right, so says Mr.. Jack.
Acorns are plentiful and the largest
white-Oak-acOrns that we have ever
seen, some of the best samples meas
ure u inches in length.
Not unfrequently do we see young
sters perambulating the street on
pleasant evenings.
We frequently notice Mr.. ]. r..
who is quite an affable young gent, in
the south end of the village.
Miss Sue Pain of near Hedgesville
has been visiting friends in the neck.
Mr.. Long will preach here Sunday
next tomorrow at RPM.
Mr.. John Davis did very we'll on
last Sunday evening, his speech was
pathetic, amusing and instructive.
Mr.. P. Lemen thinks that the made
stone school should have the "ban-
ner." 1t has an attendance of about
"a, with an enrolment of "a.
VEGA.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03
T0MAHAK ITEMS.

The farmers in this section have
about finished cutting corn and seed
ing. r
The Dunkers have been holding a
series of meetings at Johnsontown.
Rev. ]. A. Negley has been holding
a protracted meeting at Jones Spring
with good result.
The picnic at Jones Springs was i'm
teresting to all who attended, and es-
.pecially the temperance lecture that
made "Black Republicans out of
strong thinking prohibitionist.
Dep. Sheriff Noll was In this place on
Tuesday last collecting tobacco tax.
Mrs. Edwards, who hada son killed
in the war, recently received back
bounty to the amount of several hun
dred dollars.
Mr.. Samuel Kesecker has fine
head of horns off of a deer that he
killed on the day that Gen. Grant was
elected president of the u. s.
E. E. Weaver of this county, has in
his possession paper published Jan.
4th, 1900; in black for Gen. Washing
ton.
Mr.. l.. 0. Willis has erected barn on
his property near here that will COM
pare favorably with any in the State.
Tom. A. HAWK.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03
Iron, the CAarlesto,cn Papers,

from tAc Cf9dTteStOaCn I'upefS.
In the distribution of the General
School Fund Jefferson County's share
is s2512.34 Martinsburg 81 ,431 rs.
Recently patents have been granted
w. F. Weirick of this town for har-
vester, and for grain drills to John F.
Keller of Shepherdstown.
Mr.. Robt. B. Mitchell, of this place,
has received his appointment papers,
and will leave to-day to assume his
position of Steward in the U. S. Ma
rine Hospital at Norfolk, Va. Our
best wishes attend him.
Marvin, aged about seven or eight
years, a little son of Mr.. w. It. Mauck,
was kicked in the face by mule a
few days ago. Though much bruised,
he was not dangerously injured
thanks to the mule not being shod.
The Harper's Ferry Mountain
Rangers presented to the ladies in
charge of the recent Catholic Fair at
Harper's Ferry with.a handsome gold
watch, which was subsequently drawn
by the Rev. Father O'Reilly, of Win
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03

GOTH BIRTHDAY.-Mr. John M.
Wolf celebrated his Goth birthday on
Friday Sept. %. He is probably the
oldest man in the county and is as
tonishingly vigorous both in mind
and body. This venerable old gentle
man spent the day pleasantly, sur
rounded by children, grandchildren
and great grandchildren, four genera
tions being represented. He has z
children living, q grandchildren and
IL great grandchildren. Mr.. Wolf
was born in Hedgesville in this coun-
ty. in 1876, came to this town i'm 1911
and served his apprenticeship as a
carpenter with the late Col. VIM.
Gregory. Hc has lived in the house
now occupied by him for 81 years.
There were many tokens of respect
paid the old gentleman by absent
friends and a handsome chair in which
to comfortably spend the declining
years of a we'll spent life, was present
ed by his children. Mr.. Wolf has for
20 years been consistent member of
the Methodist Church. His life has
been most exemplary and has won
for him the respect and esteem of all
who know him. We hope it may be
some years yet before his Master takes
him to himself.-Statesnldn.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03
+ From the Moroccan ca. Papers. |

Hon Jow;s Iaroont postroastor Of
pau Dow tb;S aennt,, haa 49, :. "s
moved and q 8 Wilson anno;ntad in
his stead ~ -
Mr. pr couob,an hoe n,rchosod
lie go 60, NJ ao p" D"
dolph. at the south end of town. adj
Joining the lands of John T. Trego.
and contemplates the erection of a
dwelling at an early day.
Mr.. Sam Peters has purchased of
Gen. Strother the Is acres living be-
tween the Johnson's mill and New
Hope roads i'm Bath addition and con-
templates having it nicely cleaned
ana improved. Price paid Sl,5Oo.
A foot bridge across the stream at
the South end of Washing St.. is fin.
ished and will be great convenience,
Now make a good wide side walk,
gentlemen OF the Council, all way
long 10 tne cemetery, ana you VIII
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03

The Berkeley Zouaves held shoot
ing contest of the company for their
two medals, one Of gold and one of
leather, on Thursday evening. Lieut..
w. T. Kiner, out of u possible score
of -, made 10 ana was second time
awarded the gold medal. Sergt
Cliff. Timmons being the worst shot,
missing the target three successive
times, and being The highest ranking
officer who made a like score, was
awarded the leather medal. Long
may he wave. Where was Lieut..
Williams?
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03
MARRIAGES.

Florence Grace, infant daughter of
j, w. Hipsley, aged 8 months.
At the residence of Geo. w. Haw-
vermale in Berkeley Springs, Sept.
I'D, by Rev. j. ID. Donovan, Preston
Wood and Miss Maggie A. Johnson.
AT Sleepy Creek, Sept. 10Th, by
Rev. M. l.. MARSHES, VIM. Holt, of
Harper's Ferry, and Miss Ollie Bohr-
er, Of Morgan County.
At the residence of George w. AL
len, In Berkeley Springs, Sept. I'D, by
Rev. j. ID. Donovan. Chas. +. Lutman
and Miss Sarah J.. johnson.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03

Sufferers from the effects of quinine, ).
used as remedy for chills and fever, will
appreciate Ayers Ague Cure, powerful
tonic bitters, composed wholly of veget-
able substances. without particle of any
noxious drug. Its action is peculiar,
prompt, and powerful, breaking up the
chills, curing the fever, and expelling the
poison from the system, yet leaving no
harmful or unpleasant effect upon the
patient.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-10-03

SAD AFFAIR.-Mr. Jacob w. Horn
err, must worthy and respectable
citizen of Falling Waters district, in
this county, put an end to his earthly
troubles on last Friday night by
throwing himself into a well in his
yard. Mr.. Horner had been a great
sufferer for long time from dropsy
and could obtain no relief even in
sleep. On Friday night he was sit.
ting up in his chair, not having been
able to rest in a reclining position for
some days, one of his daughters keep
ling him company. She went up
stairs to get sister to take her place,
on returning they found their father
gone. Search was Immediately made
and after some time they discovered
that he was in the well, which was
not very deep, but wide, and had
three feet of water in it. Assistance
was summoned from the house OF
Mr.. Light, near by, who went to the
scene, and procuring a ladder went
down In the well and found Mr.. FL.
lying there lifeless. having drowned.
He was buried on Sunday last in the
graveyard of Harmony Church. TIE
deceased was 81 years old and was q
quiet good citizen. Without doubt
the rash act was the result OF tenn.
porary alteration of mind, induced
| by extreme physical suffering. -
Statesman.