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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT.

Every voter in the County of Berk-
eley, should ponder well and mediate
deeply before casting his vote on next
Tuesday for County Superintendent.
The duties of such an officer are many
and important, and the responsibility
very great. For better and for the
worse" the vast interests of our
schools are placed in the hands of the
County Superintendent, and under
his supervising care. What happens
if he be an incompetent person or one
unacquainted with the requirements
of the entire people in the matter
of schools The schools lahguish
Who suffer? The whole people, and
particularly the children: yours and
mine! One good feature is apparent
in the approaching election, viz: Its
non-political character. The next
step toward is for one and all to lay
aside personal feeling, and from
amongst the various aspirants select
one in whose hands the SCHOOL inter-
ests will be SAFE. Such man is Mr..
d. III. Dodd. He is not stranger in
your midst. He is known--and fav-
orably known-throughout the entire
COuIpys IL 10 oQl0 NY oOtiO tldO OC-
cause Mr.. Dodd's aged father is now
assessor that he should not be elected.
On that subject the question should
be, "has David Henry Dodd himself
ever before importuned the people for
an office ?' True it is that the
candidates brother is now the Super
intendent. He has served but the
one term: and had he asked a re-
election would that fact have been an
objection? Assuredly not: and if not
in his case, why is it urged as an OBJ
lection in the case of d. HI. Dodd who
is before the people for the first time ?
How long have the various candidates
been in your county? Mr.. Dodd for
all his life, so that he is known to
you all. He is competent? His ex-
perience as successful teacher gives
the affirmative to that. Should we
as demonstrating politics out of the
question-ignore one whom we know
is competent Our schools and their
interests answer mo-"
FALLING WATERS.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

Ex-Gov. Gilbert G. Walker, who
died in New York Monday, was a
man of more than ordinary ability.
Elected Governor of Virginia during
a trying period, he displayed a con.
servatism which soon made him pop
nlar with the best elements of the
population. At the same time he
showed familiarity with State
affairs which was surprising, when
it is remembered he had resided in
Virginia but few years and was
but 36 years OF age. when called to
the executive chair. Mr.. Walker
also served two terms in Congress
with credit, and then returned to
New York, his native State.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

Some of the Martinsburg patriots
desiring change,-of scenes and
OccupationS,-went TO Washington
Monday aud returned AGAIN. Re
port says they were not highly pleas
ed with their reception. Some
could not make out whether it was a
Democratic administration or not,
He didn't say, come all ye disconso-
late. Among the names published
we notice, Captain Colston, j. l.. w.
Baker, Phil. Showers, A. j. Criswell,
Q. w. Boyer, E. j. Simpson. 1t is
very nice of the Democrats, to
call on on their President and make
him feel more at home in the party.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
CORNELIUS KENsINGToN GARRISON

Garrison's mother had him educated for an
architect and builder. He used his know
ledge in building steamboats,. He was cap
tain Of the Convoy son the Mississippi many
years ago. An enraged passenger once fired
pistol at him. 1t refused to 60 of. Capt
Garrison coolly opened drawer In his desk,
and handed the fellow some fresh percussion
caps.
TRY some new caps" said he, yours
don't seem to be good"
The incident made the angry man his
friend for life The same iron nerve char
acterized the commodore through life, and
good fortune attended his undertakings
From the very first he amassed money
When gold was discovered in California he
established banking house at Panama, but
gave 1t up on being offered pay of $50, 900 a
year as San Francisco manager of the
Nicaragua Steamship line He had not
been in San Francisco more than six months
till, with his usual good luck, he was elected
mayor Of the city. A famous mayor he
was, putting down with an iron hand gamb-
ling houses and Sunday theatres, organizing
public schools building school houses and
aiding benevolent plans The 'Friscans
point with pride to him to this day.
At the age of 81 he returned to New York,
he lived in that city till his sudden death
from paralysis Of the heart, May l. He was
engaged constantly in stupendous railway,
steamship and other enterprises. Once Com
modore Vanderbilt owed him several million
dollars. He sent check for the principal
without the interest A few days later Gar
rison walked into Vanderbit's office and
asked for the interest due.
What viii you do if you don't get itr'
asked old Cornelius, with a grin Garrison
at once closed the door and locked it.
"l'll show you what I'll dor he an
swered
But what he did do no mort knows.
Neither of the two men would ever tell. but
at the end of ten m nutes Garrs n wa led
out of the Office with check fer III. 1ull
amount.
He married for his second wife Nj +. n
dallEhen he was Is years Cd anu az, IS.
He settled $500, 900 on ne. It i. ne. -. -
say that they lived ry 'nappily.
Finally, Commodore Carr. .sntii ,.a.
Abide man who wore g. rel oial a. ,.r y 10
parted his hair in lie lnidlle
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
Democrats were surprised over

Democrats were surprised over the
result OF the special election for
State Senator in the thirty-fourth
Illinois district. This district had
usually given about 1000 Democrat.
&c majority, but on this occasion it
elected the Republican candidate by
IA majority of about $50, with the
further result of changing the politi
cal complexion of the State Assem-
bly, from a tie to two Republican ma
J"rlty on joint ballot, thus securing
the return of Republican to the
United States Senate. An effort il
being made, however, to hinder thu
newly elected Republican in takin.
bis seat, but interference in the mat
ter will only make matters worse fol-
them.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

The death of Mr.. Isaac w. England. for
many years the publisher Of The New York
Bun, removes one Of the master minds In thu
formation Of the great journals of the me-
tropolis. The sagacity Of the founders OF
The Sun, of whom Mr. England was q part
ner, is evidenced by the fact that while Tia
Sun has maintained its price, sine and style
unchanged since it came under ths manage
ment, in 1851, of Messrs. Dana, England and
Cummings, its contemporaries have fire.
qnently made experimental changes in their
prices and charges for advertising.
In the announcement Of his death The Spn
said: I'm his death we lose the friend Of
almost lifetime, man Of unconquerable
integrity, true and faithful In all thfnos
During 50 yeaxs that we have been contin-
ualiy associated with him, both as q Journal.
ist and man Of business, be has never been
wanting in his duty toward his princiule.
bis friends, or the community in which h.
Evsdr Born in England, be came to ths
United States ut an early aee, and no native
Of this land was ever more thoroughly an
American His heart was warm, his intsIH.
gence was strong, his devotion to his convic-
Ions ami his obligations immovnhle. To Ioss
90 y man from among the living ssems -
hrelsar. be misfortuns, and We hid hiHf 1nrs
well with sorrow dep and sarnsLn
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

CHICAGO, May 12.-Glovanni AZ
eco, Antonio Mercurio, and Ignazio
Bove, the three Italian suspects In
the murder of Filippi Caruso, are no
longer simply suspects; they have
confessed in the presence of witness
es all their connection with the muir.
der, and out of the mouth of each
one enough evidence has been secnr.
ed to hang all three.
1t is alleged that their deposition
does not duplicate Gilardo in the kill
ing, but is accessory only, he not
coming into the room at "a Tilden
avenue, until Caruso was dead, and
that he demanded share of the
spoils as the price of his silence
Having determined to kiln Caruso
the only thing to be settled was the
method and garroting was selected
as being the most silent as well as
being swift and sure. TWAS the Gus.
tom of these men to shave each 9th
er when occasion required, and in or
der to take Caruso unawares it was
proposed by Mercurio to shave their
victim. When he was seated in the
chair, a common wooden affair of the
sort usually found in kitchens, Bove
and Azzeo took him by the arms to
prevent his escape and Mercurio
grasped him around the throat aud
pulled his head back upon the top
of the chair, gripping bis windpipe
until the wretched victim 0ftheir av-
arice ceased to move. During the
frantic efforts of the strangling man
to escape from death his trousers
pocket containing the coveted mon
Eey was cut by one Of the assassins
and the savings Of his life extracted.
The trunk was then purchased and
the body packed therein.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
A Wheeling Dispatch announce

A Wheeling Dispatch announces
the death last week, in Braxton
county, w. Va, of Abram Curtis,
known as 'the walking skeleton .
Five or six years ago his muscles
began to waste away, and continued
until he became so emaclated that
there was actually nothing but skin
and bones left. He was fifty years,
a little above the average height
and weighed but forty pounds. He
was able to walk about until a few
days before his death. It is said
that by laying his hand on his stom-
ach his backbone could be felt. His
case .baff1ed the physicians that
waited on him.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

Sickness prevails to fearful ex-
tent among the British forces at Sua.
kim.
An explosion occurred Wednes
day night on William street, Balti-
more, which, it is believed, was an
attempt to blow mp the foreman OF
the glass works of Baker Bros. No
one was injured, but the house was
badly damaged.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
A Question of Lines and Corners

1t is said that one tree marks the
corners OF three counties in Ohio
Wood, Hancock and Senaca-and a
COW rubbing her sides against the
trunk in Hancock county, chews her
cud in Senaca, and brushes flies in
Wood.-OhiO Ear.
One tree marks the corners of fou1
counties in West Virginia-Kana
wha, Fayette, Clay and Nicholas
A COW rubbing her sides against the
tree in Kanawha, can chew her cud
IN Fayette, and brush flies in Mich
olas, while her calf stands by hel
side in Clay.
Here IN Delaware we have a tree
which marks the corners of 3 States
delaware, Maryland and Pennsyl
vanla-sltuated northwest of New
ark. 1t is private spot for prize
lighters. One slugger can stand in
Pennsylvania and skin the nasal or.
gan OF the other who is in MARYLAND
while the sheriff OF New Castle conn.
ty, Delaware, stands close enough
to touch the belligerents, but dare
not arrest them.- Seaford Del En-
terpriSe.
This reminds us of the case of a
man who several years ago lived in
house, one-half of which was in
Marion county and the other half in
Harrison county. He was indicted
IN Marion county for assault and bat
terry. When the officer from Marion
would come he would step on the
Harrison side, and with a smile in
vite the officer to shake hands, and
about the time he got in good range
knock hl'n topsy turvey. Finally
simultaneously, officers from both
counties with proper papers appear
ed; but he managed to get a strad
die the roof of the house with shot
gun. HE soon threw away the CUR
but defianly invited them to take
MN. A posse was summoned, lad
ders procured and the roof on botf
sides of the county line was covered
citizens from the respective counties
He WAS now in close quarters. Some
thing had to be done. He did wha
he had pnrposed, as last resort
lie simply dropped down the chin
ney and escaped to the woods on tn.
other side Of the West Fork River
The story goes that he was neyel
arrested larkesburg Telegram.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
but prayer alone won't win the fight,

but prayer alone won't win the fight,
In spite of holy writ;
IT'S acts that tell, for wrong or right,
And actions call for grit. y
Grit is just what the average Virginian
lacks. If you would ask him to invest g
thousand dollars on a sure thing of two
thousand in year, he'd no doubt say:
can t yer throw ina brown stone front 7
Just the reverse are the people of Hagers-
town. They have the 'sgritln Their
motto has ever been Excelsior They
are designed ere long to reach the noun
tain top, and then, perhaps, looking back
DER the pathway they trod SO swiftly,
they will see Martinsburg plodding along
at the bottom. Then they will call out;
Hello, Martinsburgl what are. you doing
down there? Candor will compel us to
answer, with our usual languidity-
NOTHING. b. s. E.
Hagerstown. May 9th.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

Last week a large delegation of
West Virginia statesmen made the
rounds of the departments in Wash
ington, urging the appointment of
certain Democrats in this State for
the good OF the party. Before the
election it was for "the good of the
country" now it's something else.
Martinsburg was well represented.
They are evidently living in hopes.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

The delegations ofpoliticians from
this State who called on the Presi
dent this week, used all their en-
deayors to induce him to remove
Collector Mccormick and appoint
McGraw. The President, profess
ing respect for civil service rules,
should see that worthy and com.
petent official like Mccormick is not
removed for political purposes. The
people of this State will esteem him
AL the more for it.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

1t is said at Washington that here
after the Government will not allow
the names of appointees to be made
public until they have accepted and
qualified. The appointments have
so far caused the President great
deal of trouble. Some declined,
Others were rejected at home and
abroad, and the administration feels
the situation keenly.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

In the House OF Commons Monday
night the motion to censnre the Glad
stone ministry was defeated BY tnlr
ty majority after q bitter attack ~
the Tories. The government an
n0nnced It's intention to withdraw
from the Scudan, abondon KhaFs
toum and only defend Suakin.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

The. best blood purifier and system
regulator ever placed within the reach
Of suffering humanity, truly is Electric
Bitters. Inactivity Of the Liver. BiIious-
ness. Jaundice. Constipation, Weak Kid-
neys, or any disease of the urinarv
organs, or whoever requires an appetizer.
tonic or mild stimulant, will always find
Electric Bitters the best and only cer-
tain cure known. They act surely and
quickly. every bottle guaranteed a
give entire satisfaction On money refuud-
ed. Sold e fifty cents = bottle BY 3. d.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
A Remarkable Escape.

Mrs. Mary A. Daley, of Tunkhannock,
Pa, was afflicted for six years with
Asthma and Bronchitis, during which
time the best physicians could give no
relief. Her life was despaired of, until
in last October she procured a Bottle of
DR.. Kings New Discovery, when imme-
date relief was felt, and by continuing
its use for a short time she was com
pletely cured. gaining in flesh so lbs. in
a few months. Free Trial Bottles of this
certain cure of all Throat and Lung
Diseases at E. @. Williams & Bro. e
Drug Store. Large Bottles $1.O0.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

Bail was furnished in the Criminal
Court Monday in the sum of s3,OVO
for Thomas FL. Graham, who is charg
ed with a defalcation while cashier
at the Baltimore and Ohio shops az
Mt. Clare. Graham is now in town.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

A white frost did much damage to
growing crops in the lowlaDds Of
South Carolina and Georgia Monday
Near Edinburg, Tex, the Rio Grande
has submerged thousands OF acres
planted with corn.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

Further details from Halifax about
the sinking Of the steamship Helvet-
ia state that she sank IN sixty ia
thoms of water. Hercargo was val
ned at 100000.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

The house occupied by Lizzie Blunt
and Minnie Bell at Charlotte, N. c.,
was blown up by dynamite on Sun.
day without injuring any one, al.
though piece of iron passed through
the pillow in which the former wo.
man was sleeping. Jealousy was
the cause.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
SATURDAY, MAY 10th, 1885.

THE HERALD has the largest bona
fide circulation of anypaper published
im the eastern end OF this State. and n
tewn circulation equal 20 that Of the
other two papers combined. Printed
lists always open to the public.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

The Washington National Repub
lican says shat the President has
offered the office of register Of
the Treasury to General w. S. Rose
Grams, of California.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
CORPORATION ELECTION!
PROCLAMATION.


PURSUANT 70 the provisions of the charter
Of the town Of Martinsburg notice Is here.
by given that an election will be held In the.
several Wards OF the town. at the voting
places. on
Monday, May 25th, 1855,
for the purpose ofelecting one member Of the
Councils rom each Ward TO serve for two years.
All persons qualified to vote for members OF
the Legislature, who have resided within the
Corporation limits for one year next proceed
ing the election, and have been residents Of
the Ward I'm which they offer their vote, for
ten days. are qualified TO vote at this election.
The following named persons are appointed
commissioners and clerks TO conduct said elect
ion:
First Ward--At Eagle Hotel James Multi
gan and b. $, Lyeth, Commissioners: A Zm-
norman, Clerk: Second Ward-At conn
House. F. ID. Staley and Gen. r. Blessing,
Com RS: j. #. Picking, Clerk. Third WartL-At
David Austins. J. Il. Hin and q. y. Rutiier-
ford, Com'rs; j. VIM. Degrange. Clerk. Fourth
Ward At Mrs. Moore's. g. Weliinger and
John Oliver. Comrs; ]. Perryman, Clerk
Fifth Ward-At Pitzer's 8 hoe shop. Z. Piizer
and VIM. Caldwell, Com'rs; j. 4. Roberts,
Clerk.
The polls win be open at go'clock, A NJ. and
close at shutdown. BY order,
G. o. LAMBERr Mayor.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
For County Superintendent.

hereby announce myself a candidate
for the Office of County superintendent
OF Free Schools, and promise, IL elected,
to discharge the duties of that Office
faithfully, impartially and energeticaIly.
Very Respectfully,
ID. III. DODn
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

julius C. Holmes, of Charlestown,
the papers say, has his appointment
as Supervisor Of Repairs under the
Treasury Department. he got there
III.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
For County Superintendent.

The Greenback party now having a
candidate, and the Democratic party
two. in compliance with the wishes Of
msny Of my friends, announce myself
9 Hepuhlican candidate for the once 81
Cognty superintendent 81 Free Schools.
"a berteley County. Election May r..
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
For County SUPERINTENDENT.

In compliance with the wishes of INV
friends. / announce myself candidate
Tor the Office of County Superintendent.
I have been teaching in the Public
Schools Of this county seventeen wears.
Election May 10. HENRY s. BUTTS.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
BOARDERs WANTED.

Having thoroughly renovated my house,
am prepared to offer the best accommodations
to Summer Boarders, both as to lodging and
table. The location is delightful, II miles
west OF Falling Waters Station ON y. v. r., X.
For further information apply to the under
signed. N T.. PAYNE.
Falling Waters p. o., Berkeley Co., W. Va.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
ORDER OF publication.
STATE or WEST VIRGINIA.

At regular term of the County Court
of Berkeley County, on the Cd day of
March, 1885, Amanda E. Walker filed
her petition, praying the probate of the
last will and testament of James t.
Walker, decd, and it appearing that
George w. Walker is interested in the
probate of said will, and that he is not
resident of this State, he is hereby re-
quired to appear within four weeks after
the date of the first publication Of this
Order and do what is necessary to pro-
tect his interests in this matter, and
show cause if any he can why said will
should not be admitted to probate. BY
order of the Court.
G. w. DOLL, Clerk.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

!, JNo, b. WILSON, Cashier Of the aboye-nam-
ca bank, do solemnly swear that the above
statement Is true TO the best Of my KNOWLEDGE
and belief JNO. Is. WILSON, Cashier,
subscribed and sw orn to before me thb
day Of May, 1885.
Correct Attess:
John FTTZ,
a.55. T. rf aoFTaAs. D''s''
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
announcements.
For. Councilman.

At the urgent solicitation of many
friends, announce myself as candi-
date for the City Council for the Eastward.
II elected will serve the corporation to
best OF my ability. p. G. ToBIN.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

Rebecca Cassidy. colored, died in
Dartmouth, N. S., aged one hundred
and fifteen years. She was an escap-
ed slave from the Southern States.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
For County Superintendent.

l hereby announce myself for the posi-
ton OF Supt. of Pub. Instruction Of Berke-
icy Co., TOR the ensuing two years.
Election May -.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
For Councilman.

We are authorized to announce John
Llnthieum as candidate for reelection
from the Fifth Ward.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

ID EPoRT of the condition OF the PEoPIE's
III NATIONAL BANK Of Martinsburg, at Mar
tinsburg, w. Va, at the close OF business.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
MONEY TO LOAN CUT!

The undersigned will loan out twenty
five hundred dollars ON real estate security
JAMES F. REYNOLDS, Trustee for f. REy.
NOLDS.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

All the striking quarrymen at LIE.
mont, ILL.,, have gone to work, and
the trouble is at an end.
The steamer Critic, from Leith for
New York, encounted at sea, ON May
6, a'solid wall OF packed ice, noun,
tains high, and was sixty hours in
passing it.
VIM. S. Roberts, president of the
defanct bank of Augusta, Ca, at
tempted suicide by cutting his
throat.
The residence Of Samuel Black, at
Duncansville, near Altoona, Pa, was
destroyed by fire. Two children
were bnrned to death.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

The count of the moneys in the
United States Treasury has been
completed, and not a cent is lacking.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16
For Councilman,

Mr.. Edifor.-Please announce Edward
Caskey as q candidate for counsilman
from the Fifth Ward.
MANY VOTERS,
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1885-05-16

GRAFTON, w. Va, May H.
Charles s. Dlenuen, a freight brake
man on the Parkersburg Branch Of
the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad,
fell from the top Of AGAR, near Cairo
today, and was instantly killed. He
was about twenty-five years of age
unmarried, and resided with his par.
ents in Parkersburg, where his re
mains we're taken.