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The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
Like the Vale Of AyOca,

If Tom Moore on his visit to America
had wandered down this way and gone
out some October afternoon to the woods
and river in the region of Holly Hall lie
would have needed 10 sweetcr inspira-
ton for a poem nor have found the
beauty any less great than that which he
has immortaliZed in his melodies of Ire
land. rs the placid river winds away
between its banks and curviGg shores, its
waters darkened by the shadows of the
trees that bend above it, the tall trunks
of lettering forest giants wrapped in the
crimson leaves of the wild grape, and the
wonderful murmur of music in the air,
picture Is presented well worthy the at
tention of an Elbridge Kingsley, Bry-
ant or Wordsworth. The influence of
October weather over the natural scenery
about Etkton is peculiarly delightful.
The tintlngs of the woods, the mellow
sweetness of this atmosphere, the serenity
Of the sky, all lend a magnetism, sub
tie charm that men fail not to feel in
their hearts. \ response is found in the
human feelings for every motion on the
surface of the streams, for every grace
full sway and sweep of vine or branch,
and the unworded music of heart
AMI soul is but an Infinite ecoh
of the low melody flowing above
the streams, the groves, the fields. There
are deeper lessons in the changing sea-
sons Of the year as they are denoted on
the face of nature than few have any
idea Of Science and philosophy may
laugh such ideas to Scorn, but life's sub
lime aim and ends, its intricate mean
ings and untranslated motives are re.
vealed to men III broader and tTuer or
weaker and falSer light as the character
of the season is filled with the careless
reve!ry of June or the thoughtful con-
temptation of October. "Autumn medi-
tations' have always been supposed of a
sentimental order, but these are states
and conditions associate with the season
of sere and yellow LEAKAGE to which the
emotions Of men respond with pure hopes
and ambitions as they gather an immeas-
urable might and power and strength of
faith aud love and honor from the melan.
choiy phases OF the lapsing year. This
is not a country in which to be melan-
choly, it is too full Of the eternal on
ward movements of great masses who
struggle in the great surge of existence,
but there is no heart, however deeply
converted to these creedS of practical
endeavor, that does not sometime, some
where, find divine enjoyment in a mo
ment of reflection where the purple of
the sinking sun glints, the broad Grim
son arches of the forests, sparkles in the
stream below, and hills and wales and
human hearts battle in the golden glow
the immortal artist of the hills and wales
and human hearts weaves from the
splendid mystery of the blue sky, and
clouds that stretch on and on through
the infinite heavens in snowy banks and
wind-swung folds.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
AnecGotc of an Old Farm.

\ writer for the Electric Light, WHO is
fond Of rambling over the historic por-
ton OF Hartford and Cecil counties, says
that one OF the places lately visited by
him which is deserving of special men
ton was the farm of Mr.. Scott Kennedy.
This farm, in the 18th century, was
owned by the Gorrell family. and the
prominent hill on which the road is To-
Gated was, for many years, known as
Gorrell's Hill; later As Critics. OF Glif-
fifth Hell; john Griffith having inner
tied the property. The dwelling house
on this farm until lately, was 4 very old
one, and when first built was undoubt-
edly one Of the best in large ncighbol-
hood. The chimney had two re-pliccs,
and contained enough brick to have
built a modcrn house Is hy 20 feet and
20 feet high. One ire place would re-
ceive backlog, feet long and , feet
in diameter, still leaving room for sutti-
Gent wood i'll font to keep the fire
burning. This farm had its negro quar-
tiers, and tradition says that the negro
slaves were allowed holiday at Christ
mas as long as a back log would last,
provided Tom, Jack or Pompey would
feed the stock i'll the mean time. 1t is
also said that sweet gum or maple were
the logs generally selected for Christmas,
by the negroes, and would son ctimcs
last five or six days. 1t was also said
that Jack somehow discovered that
swamp willow would outIaSt any other
kind of wood as a back log. and although
there was ne OF that kind .nuch more
than half the sizo of the gum and maple,
Jack provided the largest willow he
could find, and rolled it on fer back
log, and that was the first time his mis-
tress broke her promise with him; but
he had already twice his usual holiday.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
Port DcD0Sit Rocks.

The Riverside band propose giving a
hop III O3d Fellows Hal! On the 2lst
inst.
Washington Whitaker HIS sold the
Depot House Hotel property in Port De
p ,sit 20 John Long, o? Eil,ton for s., 100.
Samuel Losh, a leading farmer of the
sixth district Of Cecil county, has lost
the sight of one of his eyes from the eff
fect5 af a tumor, and has been taken to
Baltimore to undergo an operation for it's
removal.
The commission of Mr. S. y. Vannort,
postmaster, expires Oh the 18Th instant,
and change is now confidently ex-
p2cted. There are four applicants for
the position among The Democrats, viz:
j. G. Reynolds, f. &. Frazer, A. L.
Barry aud Samuel II. St. Clair.
Rev. l.. L. Barrett, of the NJ. f.
church, devoted his sermon last Sunday
night to criticism of the report of the
lite. Cecil county grand jury, which
states that after the examination of
large number OF witnesses at a heavy
expense to the county without satisfac-
tory results, the jury finds it ''impos-
sible to enforce the local option law as
it now stands" Mr.. Barrett contended
that the failure of our grand jury to en-
force the law is no ground for its aban-
donment; that the law is a good one and
must be enforced.
The Law and Order League met Tues
day night, and the declaration of the late
grand jury that it was impossible to en-
force tie local option law was discussed.
Some were seemingly discouraged with
the failure, and disposed to advocate a
more stringent law or a high license
system instead Of the prohibition law.
Others opposed this strongly, and argued
that it should be tried again before the
next grand jury, when it was thought
more reputable OF better informed wit
nesses could be procured and the viola
tors brought to justice. No conclusion
was reached, and the meeting adjourned
subject to the order of the president,
Mr.. Thos. G.. Bond.
The 40 train frHm Philadelphia for
Port Deposit, Oh the Philadelphia and
Baltimore Central Railroad, struck and
killed woman when approaching Bec-
mont Station "Wednesday evening. She
was seen by the engineer walking along
the track, and as the train drew near,
running at the rate of forty miles an
hour, she crossed uyeI' the side track on
to the main track. and directl2 in front
of the engine, and WAS knocked some dis
lance. The train WAS stopped, and the
body was taken to Barmont Station and
LETT in charge of the agent Both legs
wecc broken and her skull crushed.
: Death mast have been instantaneous. 1t
was aScertaIued that LcY name was Grace
McGorlicls, and that She lived III the vi
cinity. She was about 20 years cid.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ENJOYMENT,
How the Winter Month. May BE Relieved
of Their M"n"t"ny-A Plan and IA Pro-

How the Winter Months May he Rcliey ed
of Their M"n"t"ny-A Plan and IA Pro-
| pnsai.
Recognizing the fact that for the long
| winter months yet to come opportunities
! for finding amusement in E!kton will be
! very few and far between IA committee of
! young men hereby extend to ali a cordial
| invitation to meet in the Academy on
Monday evening, Oct. ~, for the purpose of
organizing a debating society, which will
he conducted under the auspices of the
its course by musical and literary talent
supplied by them. The questions proposed
by the society for discussion will be plain
and practical, dealing mostly with local
Subjects and humorous points that will
prove of deep interest both to the audi
cnce and to the diSputants. We beg
every citizen to encourage this plan, and
show his or her approval Of tho project
by appearing in person on Monday even
inc next. The object of the society will
he to present questions for discussion
that will serve to elevate the intellect
possessed among us, and to uncarth and
arouse from its slumbers any sleeping
talent that exists. And moreover, and
more particularly, to establish among us
by means Of semi monthly gatherings
social warmth and companionablc traits.
The possibilities Of such an organization
as this are very great. If there be a
modest NeStor dwelling among US, or a
timid Mark Antony, here will be an op-
portunity for their powers to be revealed
and their friends to realize the greatness
OF their power. The questions chosen,
as We before stated, will be plain ard
practical; each meeting will be varied
Will choice music and select readings and
Rotations, and every occasion made
highly pleasant and enjoyable one. AS
ancient as the custom of debating soce-
ties is, it still wears the semblance of
interest that marked it in the palmy days
Of Pitt, Clay and Calhoun, and still will
wear such semblance long as a Daniel
Doughelty or Robert Thackery remain
to charm with their eloquence. To the
young men Of Elkton, if the proper spirit
is encc aroused in their breasts, we be-
iieve it will prove Of great benefit, and
with the amusement and entertainment
it will render all alike, We believe our
society will meet with energetic approval
and popular success.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
County Commissioners.

The county commissioners were in session
on Tuesday. Present, Mcssr3. Potter (prt s.
iden), Person and Seminar.
The clerk was directed to alyestise ior
proposals for Filing in and grading the APP
proaches to the bridge over Stone Run, ir
the Sixth district, the county to furnish the
material. Proposals will be received up to
II NJ. on Nov. /. Changes in the public
road from .jackson'S corner to Evan Scents
mans, Seventh district, and the relocation
of road at Crawforls factory, Fifth district,
We're approved. The annual allowance for
repair of streets We're increased for North
East to $50 and for Port Deposit to 5000
Numerous claims were examined and pass
ed and ordered to be paid. The board ad-
Journcd to meet Wednesday, Nov i, 1855
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
DEATH OF Josh BILLINGS"
The Famous rroverbial philosopher En-
pres Suddenly of Apoplcxy.

y. w. Shaw, better known as "Josh
Billings" died at Monterey, Cal, of apo
plexy on Wednesday last. The body
was sent East. About 8 10 Wednesday
morning DR.. Heintz was summoned to
the Hotel Del Monte to attend Mr.. Shaw,
who was sitting in chair in the vesti-
bule, apparently enjoying the best of
health. When the physician arrived he
complained of a severe pain in the chest,
remarked My doctors East ordered
rest OF BRAIN" and added throwing
back his long hair, but you can see | do
not have to work my brain for a single
lecture-it comes spontaneously. While
he was talking he suddenly threw his
bands over his head and fell backward
unconscious. He was carried to his
room, and at the end of three minutes
life was extinct. His wife, who accom-
panied him on his trip to the Pacific
coast, was with him during his last no
mcntS. His face has retained a per
fectly natural expression and bears no
indication of pain. lie was to have lee
tured at Monterey on Friday for the
benefit OF the local lodge of Good Temp
lars. 1t the hotel he had made himself
a general favorite by his good-Gaturcd
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17

-,,choo! Commissioner David Sun'' 0r
are sorry to learn, is now SprrchIrss with
another severe stroke 81 paralysis lie has
the sympathy of the community in his at-
tiictious.
Lovers of the romantic who are in search
of a rustic scene embracing all the beauty
of an English ilead with the grandeur Of n
primev~l American forest should not fail
to visit the regions about ancestral "Ilnlly
ii III" during His beautiful season Of AT
tumu When TIA" leaves lie hraimd within
the h"II"W- al the 4r"." and the crimson
Wild grape Vine, twinr through the
branches of he evcrgrccuS.
A number of the juvenile members of
tho Elkton Academy have organized a
cooking school. Their method is to meet
one night in every week at the house of one
of their number and indulge in a lesson in
the useful household arts. They met for HE
first time on last Thursday evening at the
home of Miss Lucy Litzrnbcrg ON Main
street, passing several delightful and prof
table hours in solving the mysteries of Gull
nary science.
--Corvous, the educated crow belonging
to Mr.. William +. Wyatt, near Eristers-
town, notice of which appeared in the
Baltimore Sttt some time ago, besides HAY
ing shown that he opposed to novel reading
by tearing up all the novels he finds, and
that he recommends the use of the Bible
which he opens on all occasions, has lately
shown aversion to tobacco and smoling
and he picks to pieces every ci%rr that he
can get hold Of lie also seems to he very
clearly, and is a strong advocate of cold
water baths, which he takes very frequently
in the basin III bis masters bedroom. y
few days ago he took a tooth. brush from
one of the rooms, and going to the pump
dipped the brush in bucke, of water and
began polishing his hill
The action of Il number of North East
gentlemen in organizing a lecture bureau
is one worthy of limitation by the young
men of Elkton. There is 10 town in the
county whose inhabitants embrace Il more
general intellectual! class of people than
Elkton. As Il general rule An elevated lit
erary taste is possessed Ivy all and their
avenues o. thought are of a serious and un-
common place style An organization for the
purpose Of furnishing aIecturc each month
should, we think, be highly commended,
and we hope to see North ElSt's efforts so
successful! that Elkton will follow its graft
flying example. There is certainly talent
and culture enough in the town TO Support
such an institution, and there is no reason
why it could not lie made beneficial liz two
ways-intelectually and financially It
has been long willie since E.kton has
been visited by such cmmincnt professional
lecturers as John Lord and the memory #
the pleasure derived from the evenings
spent with him and Others should lie
enough to eZitc 4 strong desire upon TIE
part Of our citizens for the elimination Of
society whose object Will be to treat them
frequently TO evenings with cmmingnt lee
lures, evenings that will be filled with en-
tertaiument and scholarship and pleasant
instruction.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17

At the monthly meeting of the Balti
more and Ohio directors a semi annual
dividend of five per cent. was declared
on the stock. Mr.. Garrett made com
plimentary references to the company S
success during the past six months,
which, he said, constituted a period OF
marked business depression. Mr.. Gar.
rett also referred to the recent trip OF
inspection which he and other officers
made over the company's line. Mr.. J.
Carey Coale, Mr.. J. Frank Supplee, Mr.
Frank Brown, Mr.. Hook and Judge
Dobbin. on behalf of the inspection
party, thanked Mr.. Garrett for the cour.
tesics he had extended them.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
Interesting to Both Sexes.

Any man or woman making less than $40 week
~ should try our easy mOney-making business
We want agents for our celebrated MADAM DEAN
SPINAL SUPPORTING CORSETS: also. our SPIN AL
SUPPORTER SHOULDER BRACE, AND ABDOMINAL
PROTECTOR C"IBiNEp (tor Men and Boys. No
the Agent $i5O monthly. Our Agents report four
to twenty sales daily. 50 outfit free Send Mt
once for ull particulars. State SEX LEWIS
SCilELE co, 80 Broadway, New York.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17

The proof of the pudding is not in chew
ing the string, but i'll havinga an opportunity
to try the article yourself. DIR. III. IL. Mitch
ell, the Druggist, has free trial bottle of
DR. Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup for
each one who is afflicted with coughs, colds,
consumption or any lung affection. 3
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
ACCOUNTS PASSED.

LIST AVID final accounts of Isiah Law
renee, executor of Sarah J. Lawrence,
and distribution struck on same-1st
and final account Of Mar Johnson exc
eutriX of Levi ). Johnson, and distribu-
ton struck on same-ta and final &C
count of J. lIarvey Rowland, executor of
William Phillips, and distribution struck
on same-1st and final account of James
\. Mackey, administrator of Robert
Maclley, and distribution struck on
same-lst and final account of Mary
Oldham and J. +. Naransdale admins
traitor Of George W. Oldham, and divi-
dend struck on Samc-3rd and final ac-
count of J. Harvey Rowland guardian of
Edwin Rowland-4th account of John
kcilholtz, guardian of Alma VI. Keil
hOltz-ith account of John Keilhotz
guardian Of Harry ;. Kei!holtz-1st aud
final account of Rebccca +. Brown exc
cutriz Of Lydia Ann Brown. Court ad-
journed to meet at its regular session in
November next.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17

Tie Orphans Court of Cecil county
Was in session on Tuesday and "Wednesday
last.
Prcscnt-lIon. James McCauley, chief
judge; Hon. james NJ. Evans and Hon.
David p. Davis, associate Judges.
.Snndry claims against deceased per-
sons were duly examined and passed.
BONDS APPROVED.
Boud of Martha Z. Ross, guardian of
Ola and William Turney-Road of Ed
ward n. Crawford guardian of Newell
T and Carrie Yates.
INVENTORIES, LISTS or SALE AND DEBTS.
Inventory of the goods, chattcls, &C.,
of Samuel Lippinc3tt. inventory of the
goods, chattelS, &c, oG Reuben II. Tuft
List Of debts due the estate of Burbagc
Brock; L. w. Lockwood, AND S. Z.
Lockwood-List of sales oG the personal
estate of Alkaline Scott.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17

Cnrl oil or Petroleum may be very nice
for Illuminating or lubricatiug purposes,
but surely 1t is not t.le proper thing to cure
a cough with. Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup is
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17

Mlckcrei by the quarter and half barrel
Weights guaranteed. CARHAKr Il Co.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
THE JAZZ RhKTS.
Elkton Markets.
REPORTED BY u. SCOTT x BIO.


CorF"rted 'teckig by W. H. Mchdel Il .Son,
Grdin AMI Pioince Commission Ner-
chants. 81 NcEdetrg'S Wharf,
RAITIMDRE Oct II 1SS5
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
Handsome Frame Residence. !;

10 feet front, two stories high, with gable root:
rooms hnis' ed on three floors: commodious
BACK BUILDING. an excellent BARN
STABLE and CARRIAGE HOUSE and ali
other desirable Outbuldings.
To Il business or professional man. or one seek
ing IA residence IN the most fertile portion Of the
county. a rare chance is offered
F1 Terms reasonable.
Apply to or address
FRANK Il. SCOTT.
ElktOn, Nd.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
FOR SALE.

A BIG OFFER.-To introduce them
"A we will give away LOCO safeguarding Wash
ing Machines. II you want one send us your
name. L. o. and Express office ut once.
THE NATIONAL co, y Dey St, NY
Aft
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17

lTTuTN wanted for Tho Lives of all the Pres
tdentS OF the U. :. The largest
nulU | u handSOmest and best book ever sold
Tor less than twice price. The
fastest selling book in America ", .,-,,.s,- 100
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
Notice.

All persons having any claims AGAINST VIM
Campbell, deceased: will please present them to
his widow Margaret Campbell, Bancroft Bank
near Wilmington, Del: and all persons owing the
late VIM. Campbell money will please come for
ward and settle their accounts at the same place
within 80 days from date
Oct.lo-3t MARGARET CAMPBELL
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
Ayers Sarsaparilla

has had in his case. / think his blood must
have contained the humor for at least ten
years; but it did not show, except in the form
of a scrofulous sore on the wrist, until abor:
five years ago. From few spots which ap-
peared at that time, it gradually spread so as
to cover his entire body. assure you he was
terribly afflicted, and an object of pity, when
he began using your medicine, Now, there arc
few men of his age who enjoy as good health
as he has. 1 could easily name fifty persons
who would testify to the facts in his case.
Yours truly, W.. NJ. PHILLIPS"
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1885-10-17
A DESIRABLE PROPERTY
IN CECILTON
AT PRIVATE SALE,

| will sell at Private Sale that Hand
some Property in the town of Cccilton.
lately occupied by Dr. Hardcastle.
This is one Of the most desirable luiuts for a
residence IN the county. The PROPERTY adtoius
the corner Of Main and North streets embraces "A
beautiful lot about one hundred aud twenty by
three hundred feet, ana is improved by a
The Indianapolis sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1880-1904, 1885-05-26
Hints for the Hay FL. Id.

a few short and pithy rules for making
the best OF hay might just now be repeated,
as follows: Get the meadows into good con-
dition, without days unavoidable delay;
watch the grass closely, and cut il before the
seed Is formed-just when the blossom Is
fading Cut il as coon as the dew is off, bat
Lot while it is damp Before the evenirg
dew falls upon it rage it up and put it in
cocks holding about SEQ pounds each. Ii
rain threatens, cover the cocks safely with
hay caps Take in D. hay until all has been
cut and cooked. The hay will cure in the
best manner in the cock, and 1t may stay a
week without harm IL covered with
the caps. When ready to draw it TO
the barn, uncover the cocks and throw
them over and open them. Have one
person doing this, while the others are loading
and drawing In. Do not stack Ii, but place
it under tight roof, If it is only barrack,
open at the sides. Uncover only what can
be drawn in one day. As soon as the field
is clear, give 1t top.dressiDg Of compost or
some artificial fertilizer; but do not turn the
COWS upon tit would pay better to buy
some hay from Deighbor. This last RUE
applies to the next years crop, but it is
rightly placed here, because next year would
be too late to use it. It is of the greatest i'm.
portsnce, and should by no means be omit.
ted. Finally, gather the hay caps together
dry them, il necessary; lay them exenly
one upon ano her; roll them up; bind then
in the roll and store them in a dry place
where no mice can knaw holes in them II
would be an excellent thing to steep the N in
q solution Of alum and sugar or lead, to pre-
serve and make them waterproof.