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Daily Republican., 1885-03-17


Meeting a k.atlemen a few days age
on the street he remarked that you
boys, (tbe caTriors), had given Mr..
Smith a big send off, and we wondered
whether we had plastered it on too
thick in speaking of him az a carrier.
Now let us see.
Knowing the very high standard of
excellence required Of letter-carriers
everywhere, we speak advisedly of
them as o claes.
Taken a. a body. the letter carriers of
the United States are as faithful, In
dustrious and worthy set as can be
found in any vocation Of life. We do
no injustice to any class of laboring
men, when W.T. say that letter carriers
are far above the average of working
people, not only in industry but intelli-
gence. Indeed, no man can properly
perform the arduous duties OF letter
carrier, unless he III industrious, faith
full. prompt and Intelligent, and of
course he must be honest. The postal
regulations prescribe all the above
mentioned req uisiGes, and in addition
he must he OF good mora character and
physical capacity.
The duties OF a letter carrier are very
difficult laforious and incessant; there
are no off days when he may take rest
and vacation, but As regular as the sun,
he must be at his place and perform
his allotted task. Day after day, week
after week, he must make his iucessant
| rounds.
Ho takes no note whether thesky Is over
| cast with rain clouds or the air charged
with heat or intense cold Nothing ex-
cept sickness or death will excuse him
| from his post of duty. He must meet his
responsibilities every day; he demands
OF The public are imperative and must
be met. He cannot IL he would shrink
from his daily toll and labor, and yet,
however, harsh and exactlng the duties
of their Office, they always meet them
and perform them, and in almost every
case to the entire satis:a ton of an
inperious public.
In order to he accommodating and
attentive TO the public, the carriers in
every city per form large amount of
labor, which does not come in the strict
line of their duty. They collect money
due on books and periodicals, passing
through its mails for custom duty, sign
for registered letters, purchase postage
stamps, make extra trips to stores-for
maitland In many other ways obi ige
and favor those whom they serve, nor
il it unfrequent for them to deliver such
letters--afier the days work is done--as
they consider " important" and espec-
tally valuable.
Tha many readers of tho Daily Re-
PUBLICAN will readily recall many
such instances of their devotion to the
public. The number of letters and
papers daily delivered are enormous,
and ever increasing. and we belle ve
the public do appreciate the system of
free delivery, anil the efforts OF the car
riers to be obliging and courteous,
especially in this, our own little city.
A CARRIER.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
EataI Casualties.

Captain Fay Wilder, OF Cincinnati,
was drowned near City Point, Florida,
last week by the upsetting of boat.
Patrick Rossiter, of Jersey City. at.
tempted to jump on moving freight
train, near Harrisburg, on Monday
evening, and was fatally injured.
Mrs. Mary Ann Borer was on Mon.
day morning burned to death in her
house, at Shelby, Ohio. Her clothing
caught fire from stove, and her hus.
band, being SICK in bed, was unable to
help her.
. ID. Cbiokering, Clerk of the Circuit
Court of LIE Flore county. Mississippi,
while out hunting, on the 18th inst, was
caught in a hail storm and no badly
injured that he died before reaching
home.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
the Crops.

II Is reported from the principal
wheat growing counties in Virginia
that the crop, which was com para.
lively small, has, to large extent, been
frozen ont of the ground and is greatly
damaged.
Official crop returns from the differ.
ent parishes of Louisiana show the fol-
lowing crop prospects for February, AZ
compared with the corresponding month
OF last year
Cotton, l01 corn, 1903 rye 1876 /;
sugar cane, 80 sorghum, 80 field peas
90 Irish potatoes, a8 /; sweet potatoes,
100 hay, l04 oats, 81. Seed cane was
reported good. Stubble was thought to
be good. Oats were damaged, necessi-
tntins a re-planting. The weather gen.
orally was cold and wst Planters IN
parishes subject to overflow were gen.
orally encouraged at the prospect of low
water, and were preparing TO pitch
good crops. Cattle generally were poor.
Planting in East Baton Rogue is pro
crossing satisfactorily. Full crops of
corn have been planted in ell parts of
The parish. Seed and stubble corn
prom ise to do well. Land Is rapidly
being prepared for cotton.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

The following petit arors were drawn
on Saturday for the April term of the
United States District Court, commenc-
ing Tuesday, April oath.
NEW CASTLE COUNTY.
Wilmington Patrick Plum
kett, William 5. Craig, Dennis j.
Mention, George c. Ward, Edward
Bringhurst, Jr, John Tilghman, color
oil, John Fehrenbach, William j.
Jefferis, Charles K. Jones, John Han.
son.
Mill Creek--Lemuel Graves.
White Clay William Nc
Bride.
Red Lion-John A. Cleaver.
st, Gsorges-James I. Shallcross,
Thomas j. Enos, Joseph Uleaver, Henry
A. Nolan.
KENT COUNTY.
Duck Creek Iundred-A. l.. Hud-
son
Kentop-David S. Wilds.
Dover-Albert Cowgirl.
West Dover--James Ii. Green, james
A. Hutch ins.
Little Creek Benz njamin Donohoe.
North Murderkill-Thomas Gooden.
South urderki!l-Hezekiah Rogers,
n. p. Lutf.
SUSSEX COUNTY.
Eanticoke Hundred-George Smith.
Cedar Creek-Joshua Webb, Steven
w. Shockley.
North West Fork-John L. Rich.
ards.
Dagsboro-John II. Houston.
Indian River-John II. Lingo.
Seaford-Jonn IL. CotT.ngham.
Lewes and ehoboth-Nathaniel W.
Hickman.
Baltimore-Ebe Townsend, Henry j.
Hickman.
Only one case is docketed for Jury
trial, the prosecution Of an alleged Ii.
quor law violdtor.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
.,sSl ...,s1SIla.,;;,',2akJEIlG,IIgIii;i;;|| :.
$gss..s-s II ~ - ..saxkE
O.UV
Agents aOr Dunaap's Hats.
AGmfOFd Broth ern. Aastora.

Sun rises 800. sun sets sos.
Agents aUr x,unaap's Hats.
Anmford Broth ers. Hasters.
Try Bush's coal you will like It.
Try Bush's coal you Will like It.
brazilian Tonic Bitters only 80 cents.
Birds and cages at Parker's, East and ct.
Niilard r. Davis, jewelers. L. end street
f1'y Laundry, sixth and Shiplsy streets.
Strong cough candy at Ferguson's,1l END
~rinKers sold and repsircd, st SlS Shiplsy
Fine is X. kipxs.s: har.'s 10 +. Fourth 81
nratilian hain, coughs aha colds, 10 cts
Tary at Ferguson's, II East Second street
New lot chair seats, price reduced, 99c. store
have your carpets laid by George r.
Hodges, 5J7 Shipley street
Where did you get that fine cigar - Eat
Mullins, t25 West Front street.
Cough candy, wholesale and retail, at Nc
Cann's, Seventh and 1atnaii streets
When you move have your upholsterinx
done by Geo. + Hodges. 507 Shipiey street.
For good butter and cnesse, 20 70 II. II.
Moore, stalls u and ~ Second street market
house.
Fine salt oysters rs, 80 and 40 cen.s Der
quar- at Penneips stall, llo King street. and
all kindsof fresh fish
Take your babies 70 Hollands, 307 Mark OF
street., and have their pictures taken by the
instantaneous process.
" Coma along witr me and have a fine
time, remarked a policeman 70 maa be ar.
rested am afraid you are ying to ell
me, replied the prisoner
Elegant plush and morocco albums -
Prices s3 and "A each, In small weekly pay.
ments: LeavA orders at REPUBLICAN once,
or cali on John q. Bryant. Pennsylvan II
House, King and Front streets
THE UEsBALHD FUTURE
We know not what d : ngers are waiting,
What troubles for us are a brewin';
The maid to the rink went a-skating
6nd eau back with her hustle in ruin.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Al the Rink,

The attraction at the rink lest even.
Ing was the announcement that Prof.
lyman, of Penna., would give an exhi.
bition of fancy and trick skating. He
was on hand and gave very creditable
display of what can be done on rollers.
He turned himself nearly inside out IN
his eyolutions. Oh he's turner, he is,
said II skate boy At our elbow, bet you
he'll turn no fast you can't tell his face
from his back. In few minutes the
boys words were made good he fairly
spun around in circle.
Tonight will be the half-mile race,
the participants skating backward. The
entries are William Heald, G. Park
Postles, Percy Morrison, Dean osborne
and Richard Mahoney. Now, we will
not vouch for any of the above men
toned skaters taking part in the race, but
that is what the advertisement In an.
other column says.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Great Things for n Dime

The managers of the Wilmington
Dime Museum, in the Odd Fellows
Hall, Third and King streets, are Civ.
ing an immense performance for a
dime, and the people are showing their
appreciation by crowdipg the house.
The Australia Novelty Company are a
host in themselves, well worth five
times the price Vi adm ission, but there
are still other artists in addition TO
them. The performance is first class in
every respect, and nothing il said or
done that will offend the most fastidIeus.
The matinees should be well patronized
by ladies and children, az the perform
ance Is the same as that given in the
evening
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Getting Better.

Benjamin r. Dennis, the conductor
who was so badly injured about ten
days ago by falling from his train on
the F., w. Il b. Railroad, is able to be
out, and took q short walk yesterday.
but II will be some time before he will
be sufficiently recovered to resume his
duties. He is still very sore and suffers
considerable pain.
Charles Harry, who had tumor re-
moved from his leg last Wednesday by
DIR. Kittinger, is sUill confined TO his
bed, but is doing as well as could be
expected. His physicians are of the
opinion that it will take the place some
time to heal.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
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The Unreliable Ground. III Og

Gibbon Stewart, colored man, liv-
ing Observation-Disclosures, near Brandy.
wine Spings, Del, has completely
overthrowu the traditional grounding
story in connection with Candlemas
Day. He states that the ground hogs
have been running in and out of their
holes right along for number of weeks
back and that on Sunday he caught a
large one in trap, and has it's skin.
Stewart is also the hero of twelve fights
with polecats this winter, and has the
the skins of all OF them.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
,nt,istration Triumphs

z,
bntest for L nited states senator
sta.e was between the people
| |p1ilJieians, the la'ter au psinB
krailoh Democrats h"u .no
|ad "a voice ia the matter Mr'
ID NOT Mr.. Gray, wouio nave
bsen. Before MT bayaro le't
bte to assume the duties o, the
Secretary OF state Tor Mr.oievo,
booked ont fof "A SUCCESSOR ana
lpattd Mr.. Gray as MS speciai
l. IL not strange then that MT.
)odld have been supported py All
t-holiers OF his party anu oJ
well who expected oiiiceS nm
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Ten Per Cent. Interest.

The Equitable Loan Association has
realized profit of over U0) ten per
cent. for its members during the past
year, and is in very prosperous con-
dition. 1t is now issuing new series
of 800 shares and offers a splendid on.
porrunity TO persons to borrow money
on mortgage. For shares or other in
formation apply to Win. f. Hawkins,
secretary, 712 Market street.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Wt,s visit harrisburg,

The Weccaooe Steam Fire Company
have accepted an invitation to visit
Harrisburg, and participate in the Har-
risburg Centennial September 18th,
and committee Is now making
arrangements for reduced railroad fare
and other matters pertaining to the
visit. The Weccacoe will be the guests
OF the Paxson Fire Company.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Removal.

Thomas Riley ,gas-fitter and plumber,
has removed from 219 West Seventh
etreet to 7O3 Orange street, (Gregg X
Bowe ouilding) where he is prepared
to carry on mis- business In all its
branches, and where he hopes by
strict attention to business to still merit
q continuation of patronage,
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Grant Not So Well.

General Grant was not so well on Mon
Gay, he having passed restless night.
He suffers little or no pain, but is weak
er than he was week ago. Last night
DR.. Douglas reported: General Grant
did not sieep any Sunday night. He
took d pill at midnight. IT, lodged in his
throat, and II irritated the patient and
annoyed him. He slept this afternoon.
Tonight he is bright, and chatted with
friends. The irritation of the throat was
aiiayed. | gave him sedative tonight.
He said he felt sleepy, and ret ired and
slept at 10 80 p. m. The pnlse is good
and the temperature, SO. o."
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
L>tters Granted,

Letters OF adninistrat ion have been
granted by Register Grubb to Sarah r.
and Charles Wesley Weldin, on the es-
tase of the late Jacob s. Weldin. of this
city. Teslamentary letters have been
granted to Henry W. zebley, the exc
Gutor named in the will of the late
Lewis Zebley, of this city.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

H enry D. Joseph has rendered his
resignation of the position of keeper of
Mahon River Light, to take effect on
the first OF April. 1t Is said that there
are fifty applicants for the position, the
Democrats OF Kent County being very
hungry II not very thirsty. Mr.. Joseph
ilas rented mouse on West Fourth
street, and will remove to this citv.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Going Into Bus1n ess.

Ex.patrolman Cannon is fitting up q
store in his house in South Whining.
ton, with view to engage in business.
He claims to be a staunch Republican,
despite runors to the contrary, and says
that his political opinions are not intlu
enced by the actions of any claas of per-
sons, or the consequences resulting
therefrom.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
~ d ina uf Veal,

=''r"l George Busch WAS
s''r'clphla, on Monday,
ei hii.ins II large New
'hd attempting TO sell
We suppose he had
account oS the Nor
f loppers who suhsi.ted
netlme, and WAS thus
a"rTiment of disposing
u.ea' to his Philadelphia
do not seem, however,
matter kindly "a he
II trial and if the allega-
= proven, be will dou BIT.
- a fine and imprison-
"ie OF Philadelphia are
initiate the habits of
ah make a meal ont of
d. 4 few rats and mice.
, hem esteem the hind
Z! ! IN excellent dish. -
''7 "A great influence over
49, mat to the Esquimaux or
~ great dainties are re-
''' AAglo-Saxon a with the ut
ire In this land of plenty
:" Nrel ness OF hunger which
80 IA n'her countries to many
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

VIII move about the Goth Of March to
the corner of Ninthand Shipley streets,
and before moving | have lot of
stoves I Will sell cheap, and lot Of tin
ware at cost. Estimates furnished for
tin roofing, and heater work done at
short notice by first class mechanics.
Bullock, Ninth and Orange. Agent for
Orr Paynter's line of stoves.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Lighthouse Keeper Appointed.

james Barkley has been appointed
keeper of the front range light at
Cherry Island, in place of William
Simmons Mr.. Barkley has run seve-
raj times as candidate for Sheriff on
tie Democratic ticket, hut was never
successful in obtaining the nom nation.
He IL we'll known In this city. and Will
no doubt make a faithful and efficient
officer.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Target Prnctice. .

Yesterday afternoon a squad of mem-
oers of G Company proceeded to Scheut.
zen park, where they indulged in target
practice with the following result, out
OF a possible 30: o"o
Sergeant Becker, "a; Corporal Berte-
lette, ~ Private May, ,36; Private Weer.
"a Private Shaw, Is. 0-'
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
PUPILS with Credit Marks.

The following named pupils in Miss
A. era awfort's primary school, Second
and Washington streets, have earned
credit marks; Mamie Howell, Lewis
Writ, Fred. Conuer, Carrie Magee, BESSIE
Magee, George Marple, Everett Jones,
Mollie Mcguire, Herbert johnson,
Willie Schwarz, Harry Clifton, Florie
Simmons, James Simmons, james Fa-
gan, Fannie Jamisop, Katie Dougherty,
willie WI a, Devine, Matte Higgins and Iona
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Ladies' Auxiliary COrDs.

The Ladies' auxiliary corps o
Smyth Post, No. l, G. A. r., will hold
meeting az the Posts headquarters
next Thursday evening, to take action
on important matters pertaining to the
organization.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Uotsets TOR ladies and misses. Patented
March 10th, 1888. Relieves baokacha'
supports the spine and prevents ronnG
shoulders. W Lewis Schiele & Co., New
.ork, manufg and sole owners. Mrs.
oal.le L. biocksom sole agent for Della.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Wrong Number.

The sword that WAS In Dawson 3 win.
dow, and CHANGED ott by ST. Georges
Castle, No. 3, X. of G.. E., was drawn
by the lucky holder of No. ll74 and not
774 as was stated in some of the papers
on Satu rday last.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Aa DIR ess 90 be Delivered.

The Republican Legion of the Eighth
ward will he addressed at their head.
quarters, Seventh aud Spruce streets,
next Thursday evening by Walter
Hayes, Esq. A full attendance is re-
Quasted,
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Inc butcher does have some funny
enpressions he told his assistant the
WIFI Wi,1;oy Gay to break the bones in Mr..
WI Mhi,liams' chops, and put Mr.. Smiths
pia I,ns IN The basket for him, and tell Mrs
for abe bs, 70 oois taSe Dr. Bulls Cough syrup
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Our trim nings and crazy work rib
bons are going rapidly at the give away
prices that we have on them. only six
and ten cents for ribbons worth four
times that price, Pyle & Lichtenstien,
22G Market street.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

To the officers and members Of Cyrus
Castle, No. l, X. G. Il, You are ear
nestly requested 10 be present at the
next stated session, Tuesday, March II,
AZ business OF Importance comes up for
consideration. l.. l.. M'CLINToCK,
Nj. off,
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
For Rent.

Stable near corner of Eighth and
Monroe streets. suitable for three horses
and four wagons. Rent cheap. Apply
At this Office or 602 West Seventh
street.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Change Of Tsu,a

"A new schedule went into effect ON
monday ON the P, w. & B. Railroad
ana Ihe south bound train which left
.tis c1sy at l.2S a. m, is now leaving
~ 20 a. m. The north -bound
Sarna .a.n .nat left at 2.45 a. M, will leave
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Picture Frame sus,pes. Good.

Yerger, at 405 Shipley street, does the
largest frame business in Delaware, and
the only Place where you can have old
frames regilded first class. You can t
get them at yonr own price, bat cheap
er than at any other place in the city.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
N Optce.

Don't forget the place for your boots
and shoes they are still going at cost,
cheaper than the cheapest. Call and
be convinced. positively intend to
quit the businesses March 25th.
w. s. LEDNUM, 221 West Eighth st.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

The Hotchkin family will give one Of
their grand concerts in the Hanover
church, this (Tuesday) evening. II you
wish a musical treat, don't fall to hear
them.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Yerger. at 405 Shipley street, is daily
receiving orders Tor regilding picture
frames and mirror frames. He does
his work first class in every respect, aud
his prices are moderate. No gold paint
used.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Dr. sfmns' While Pulm0nlc
Ealkaut.

The leading lung remedy of Whining
ton, Del, and the best lung and sore
throat medicine on earth. For coughs,
sore throat, boarseness, Group, etc Sold
by dealers. 80 cents and 81. Main
Depot, Fourth and X ing Philadelphia,
Johnston, Holloway q Co., COZ Arch
street
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Mrs. Jarley's wax works will cause
it. You'll also hear good music, both
instrumental and vocal, March 10th, at
the Opera House. Admission 20 and 50
CENTS
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Clocks.

The incest striking clocks for So. 50.
Alarm clocks, S1.o0. Joseph Kern,
827H Market street.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Personal .

Joseph 8. Miller, OF West Virginia,
has been appointed Commissioner of In
terpal Revenue. x-Representative
Phil. Thompson, of Kentucky, was after
the plumb, backed by the whisky ring,
but he failed to get there.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Aflhe Creamery. .

Butter has been reduced to SO cents
making 1t as low as pure butter can be
made, and the rush there exceeds any
time yet.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Is friend indeed. Diamond Dust is n
\ friend to your Linware, as it takes the
| dirt and leaves the tin.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
j. Paul brown.

'617 Market street, Is the centre of at
traction for elegant photographs. In.
process only used.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

The following petit urors were drawn
on Saturday for the April term of the
United States District Court, commenc-
ing Tuesday, April oath.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

'u''h Who has just returned
= rI'Acd tour through this
u MS usthat he never saw the
= present such an nnpromis-
'i'He a. this time of the year.
.' wheat was put In rather
Al INN, and the cold
ey=lh before the young plants
w start, and the snow fall
: y 10 much ice, failed to
u usual protection and
s1mexhat similar re-
ION, u. Maryland andVirginia,
'i " est, and the present
" % The conclusion that the
y" next harvest will b.,
ei,r 10 that of the two or
Z seasons, and higher
De he result.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

.tt .s 'te St. Louis Globe
W. a 'ailCr named Rucker
\ - te p5stmastership at
! i've 30 badly that he
rars property to OBJ
Washington, and
-ggges,ing to him
4 tprEs to obtain this
p Nat the result would
'-:.h-meut and disap-
. + Was aroused to frenzy.
he toes, with uplifaed
r. would have the office
't.'Qw, his desire for
J. 80" gotten the better of
%" would not make
.tra'!pn. If lie really il
a-' and i change must be
j. ~ Cleveland should
non, ii bis life is worth
A-- stmiiy's sake. The
# an appointment
Instances might pos
I '"L"r office seekers to
= '" !'ra.ion, in order to
-''"r' 70 appoint them to
: IL '3pcia be the case, 1t
y be concluded that
N"r'A saving, and their
he''t:el by becoming
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
Selling OG

nsAe 20. will eel tomorrow
ho1nins, ,ho at No. Is East St cond street.
.ne ehtire stock of tea, &C flee and Az
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

The place to purchase jewelry and
silverware is at Baynard's.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

40 bbls. for sale at 502 King street
Oysters and clans by the quart.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

~ !, IA day Of March but
nn r's' 70 be in a hurry about
In sq"i u! spring flowers. Wait
Ere's, s''' "oo'o
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

',na ,,,,. seems to be trying to
! 'no2fa;ic :. party up, but the
a. ,,i ipailins the other way.
will fall when it parts in
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17
For Sale CheaD.

,,s "a pair OF nickel-plated re ller skates.
useA out a short. Apply at this Office
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Nuo WOuUef Oh TIC AKO,
Photographs made ~ quick as wink
by the instantaneous process--no more
long sitting. IL fine cabinet photo.
graphs for $500 at Hollands photo.
graph rooms, 3O7 Market street.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Fell q Joseph deal In best brands
OF fonr, dea's), Hungarian process,
Cooch's snow flake, best Minnesota,
etc. Coal from best mines. 713 West
Front street.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

Mr.. Powell has on his stall In the
Third street market, haiibut, herring,
suntish, cod tish, white perch, haddock
fresh salmon, smeltz, trout, fresh shad
and terraDip.
Daily Republican., 1885-03-17

No you haven't. II you had trie,
Canada Pine Syrup your cough woul,
have been gone long ago. % cents
bottle