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The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
County Finances.

The Annual Statement of the County
Commissioners, now being published, shows
that the excellent management Of county
affairs that has prevailed for some years
has been continued the past year. Not
withstanding the increased expenses for
roads and bridges made necessary by heavy
rains and floods, no increase in the levy is
required, and the rate for this year is fifty
cents on the 800, the lowest by ten cents
Of any county in the state
An examination of the Statement viii
show that there were spent for roads and
small bridges So, 965.O5;
That ten large new bridges were erected
at a cost of 81 1892;
That eight new county roads were 10
Gated and opened;
That S21 900 were appropriated for
public schools, and 5000 for new school
houses.
1t will also appear that the county debt
has been decreased by $4,000, and that the
total Indebtedness of the county is but
$4,000, while the assets exceed the liabil-
tiles S6,319.53.
The same economical management con-
tinned few years longer will not only
show total extinguishment of the county
debt, but will result in great Improvement
in county roads and bridges and the cree
ton and improvement of public school
houses and the elevation of the standard of
the schools
The Democratic party promised IN 1879
to correct whatever abuses existed and to
give the people of Carroll an economical
and efficient government. That promise
has been carried out, and the party has
given renewed pledge for the future by
the denomination of Messrs. Selby, Stoner
and Bennett for County Commissioners.
No county in the state is better man
aged, and few have as good government.
Roads and bridges here VIII compare FAVOR
ably with those elsewhere; appropriations
to schools are liberal; the poor and unfortu-
nate are well cared for; life, liberty and
property are secure, and we have every
blessing of government. This, too, aoith
a tar rate 1osoer than an any other county
Of the state.
Will the people vote for change
Win they put inexperienced men in places
filed by experienced ones? Will they
change from certainty, to try an ANGER
tai,ny9 We think not. They would not
act wisely if they did. Good government,
not individuals, is what the people are
most interested in.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
Argus. the intelligent and facetious Bal

Argus, the intelligent and facetious Bal
timore correspondent of the Maryland
Journal, says he is compelled to give up
his volcanic theory of the lurid sunsets and
hunt up some other cause Perhaps the
encarnadined sunsets, he says, are due to
the fact that Sunset Cox is now resident
Minister near the Court of Turkey, at
Gonstantinople. AS Constantinople is con-
siderably east Of us Cox's presence there
would better account for the lurid morn
ings. While hunting for some new theory
to explain this phenomenon, Argus should
take into consideration the fact that John
Sherman has recently hoisted in Ohio the
ensanguined garment. Might not the red
sunsets be accounted for on this theory, as
nationally as the volcanic theory Of the
scientists John Sherman with his bloody
shirt Illuminating the Oecident The idea
is capital
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

The Republicans of Carroll have deter
mined to place ticket in the field. The
dates for primaries and convention-Octo-
Der Bird for primaries and October 9th for
convention-were fixed several weeks ago,
but the matter was kept secret until
Tuesday last. Very many Republicans
were and are opposed to nominating tick
ct, but at a conference after the county
convention on Tuesday it was determined
to nominate straight-out Republican ticket.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

The Democratic convention on Monday
last drew larger number of Democrats to
Westminster than usual, and the interest
shown was more in having a satisfactory
ticket of good men than in mere individ-
uals. While there were some disappoint-
ments, as is always the case, there were less
over the work of the convention than usual,
and the party generally is well satisfied with
the nominees. Now let us give them an
overwhelming majority.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
RELIGIOUS NOTICES.


Methodist Protestant Church, Westminster,
September, 27th.-Preaching at 1870 a. M,
and at 100 p. m. special service of Bible
readings and gospel songs, on Heaven" J.
D. Kinzer, pastor.
Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church,
September 81, 1885.-Preaching at 1890 a.
m. and 100 p. m. by the pastor, Rev. Geo.
w. Heyde. Sabbath School at 0 a. m.
Young Peoples Meeting at $50 p. m.
St. Paul's Reformed Church. Harvest
Home Thanksgiving Services Sunday morning
at 1870 o'clock. Regular services at night
at 7 o'clock. Sermons by the Rev. d. N.
Ditmarr, of Littlestown, Pa.
A. S. WEBER, Pastor
There will be preaching next Sunday at
Mt. Union U. B. Church at 10 a. M, Biggs
2.30 p. M, Bixler's 7.30 p. M, by the pastor,
Z. G. Mower.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

When the Republican party went out OF
power in Carroll there was a bonded and
floating indebtedness of about S81 900 and
not cent in the treasury At the end of
the last fiscal year, June 30 the debt had
been reduced to $4,000, and there were
81 900 in the treasury. Besides there
were assets, in uncollected taxes, sufficient
to nearly extinguish the debt The cash
on hand and taxes due exceeded the In
debtedness by about $4,000. Do the
people want change?
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
The star-spangled Banner VS.. The
''Bloody Shirt"

A party of New England Veterans last
week visited points of interest in the Shen-
andoah Valley, and were given hearty
welcome and were treated with generous
hospitality by the ex-Confederates every
where. To the reception given them at
Winchester Gen. Fitz Lee was invited, by
request Of the Veterans, We publish a
part of his letter of declination, and COM
mend it to the consideration of the Sher
NANTES and Blaineites who insist on keep
ING alive the enmities and bitterness of the
late war Here is what Gen. Lee wrote
81 regret that my political engagements will
prevent my presence upon such an interesting
occasion. Such reunion produces fraternal
feeling among the sections and strengthens
the Union of the States. The South is march
ing steadily forward, and hopes to do her
share towards making this republic what our
forefathers intended she should be-the glory
of America aud a blessing to humanity. The
South is not chanting miseries over struggle
of quarter of century ago, but IS waving
the star spangled banner, and hopes the
'sbloody Shirt will be furled forever"
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
HEDGE AND WIRE FENCE.
Testimonial from Citizens of Carroll
WESTMINSTER Mn Sent % 1885

WESTMINSTER, MD, Sept. %, 1885.
By invitation of Mr. j. A. Mitchell, agent
for the Maryland Hedge and Wire Fence
Company of Frederick, we, the undersigned,
accompanied him to Frederick to-day for the
purpose of examining some Hedge Fence
there, FLASHED, wired and dwarfed by the
Dayton Hedge Company, under whose patent
the Maryland Company is operating.
After thoroughly examining the samples of
fence, and becoming familiar with the Com
pany's plans of constructing hedges, we do
not hesitate to recommend the Fence to the
farmers of Carroll and the State generally,
believing it to be the most ornamental, best
and cheapest that can be constructed, while
the Company is composed of good business
men, with ample capital to prosecute the en-
terprise.
Henry Vanderford, Geo. NJ. Pearce,
II. NJ. Clabaugh, James NJ. Shellman.
sep26
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

Republican primaries in Baltimore last
Monday night were nearly as uproarious as
usual, and the party is anything but har-
monious. At one voting place ballot=box
was stuffed before the voting began, and a
fight ensued. In various wards there were
sharp contests.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
A IT PUBLIC sALE-On Sat

AT PUBLIC SALE-On Saturday,
IA October 3, 1885, at p. M, two parcels
of land, one of II and the other of 10 acres.
The first has good Dwelling
House, bank barn, and other 1as-.b
outbuildings; pump at the door; re SEz
a fine spring on the property; 2eE1 49,
acres in wood. The second has log dwell
ling and small barn; spring near the house:
Fruit on both properties and both are well
fenced. One mile from Linwood and two
miles from Union Bridge, on Western Mary
land Railroads both in high state of cultiva-
ton. VIII be sold together or separate as
may be desired. Terms made known on the
day of sale.
sep12, At GEORGE ERB.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
Monday and Tuesday, October
5th and 9th, 1885.

On which above mentioned days, during
the hours above stated, the citizens of Car
roll county are entitled to apply to be regis
tered in their respective election districts in
said county.
The places and days of sitting of the re-
spective Officers of Registration, at each of
said places in each of their respective dis
tricts, will be as follows:
First Election District, being fancy
town District.
On Monday the 9TH and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at Elliott's Store, in
Taneytown.
Second Election District, being
UniontoWn District.
On Monday the 9th and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at VIM. A. Anderson
Store, in Uniontown.
Third Election District, being Ny
ers' District.
On Monday the 9Th and Tuesday the 9Th
days of October, 1885, at Andrew Wisner's
Hotel, in Silver Run.
Fourth Election District, being Wool
ery's District.
On Monday the 9TH and Tuesday the 9th
Patapsco.
Fifth Election District, being Free
dom District.
On Monday the 9Th and Tuesday the 9Th
days of October, 1885, at ]. Oliver Wadlow' S
Store, in Freedom.
Sixth Election District, being Man
chester District.
On Monday the 18th and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at the residence of the
Register, George Shower, in Manchester.
Seventh Election District, being
Westminster District.
On Monday the 9th and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at the residence of
George W. Miller, in Westminster, opposite
Manchester road.
Eighth Election District, being
Hampstead District.
On Monday the 9Th and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at G. NJ. Murray
Store, in Hampstead.
Ninth Election District, being
Franklin District.
On Monday the 9TH and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at the residence of the
1bcSioIClg A<GWiS VI III
Tenth Election District, being Mid
dleburg District.
On Monday the 9Th and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at Ottos Hotel, in
Middleburg.
Eleventh Election District, being
New Windsor District.
On Monday the 9Th and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at the residence of the
Register, Jesse Lambert, in New Windsor.
Twelfth Election District, being
Union Bridge District.
On Monday the 9TH and Tuesday the 9th
days of October, 1885, at the place of bust
ness of the Register, Theodore A. Clay, in
Union Bridge.
CHAS. A. WAESCHE.
Registrar of Voters for District No. l.
LEVI ILLEGAL,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 2.
JACOB R. LIPPY,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 3.
JOHN H. TAYLOR,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 4.
JOS. w. STEELE,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 8.
GEORGE SHOWER,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 6.
CHARLES R. MILLER,
Registrar Of Voters for District No. 7.
JAMES w. HAM,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 8.
LEWIS c. FRANKLIN,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 9.
GEO. w. SHANK,
Registrar of Voters for District No. 10.
JESSE LAMBERT,
Registrar of Voters for District No. IL.
THEODORE A. CLAY,
Registrar of Voters for District No. u.
sep26,2t
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
A COMPARISON.

The local tax rate in Frederick
county is 65 cents on the 800; in
Calvert 81; in Charles s1.oo; in st.
Mary's $l.o7. These counties are
under Republican rule and have been
for some years. In Democratic Car
roll the rate is so cents on the 800.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

Sfr. Charles Brilliant, the Democratic
nominee for County Treasurer, understands
German as well as English, and will be able
to transact business with the German
speaking citizens in their own language.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

On Tuesday last the Gettysburg, Pa, Com
piler entered upon its 6sth year, forty of
which it has been under the control of Col.
Ell. j. Stable. The Colonel is as young, ac-
tive, and energetic now, seemingly, as when
he first took charge of the paper, which he
says is owing to his answering adherence to
the Democratic party.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
In Our Notion Department

In Our Notion Department
We are doing splendidly. We have an
Elegant Line of Children's Hosiery,
all colors, very cheap. A splendid
LINE OF TOWELS, NAPKINS, &C,
which, at the price we sell them at, cannot be
beat. Come at once
AND TAKE A LOOK AT OUR STOCK.
We feel satisfied the prices will suit you.
MILTON SENT,
Zeiber Building, Main Street,
sep26tf Westminster, Nd.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
Democratic Nominees and Members
of the County Central Committee.

The Democratic nominees and the mem
bers of the new county central committe are
requested to meet at the Court House, West
minister, on Monday morning, October 18th, at
10 o'clock 1t is important that every candi
date and every member of the committee be
present.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
SALE OF WOOD.

$50 CORDS of first class Oak, Hickory and
Chestnut Wood will be sold at public sale on
the 10th of October, 1885, at
/ o'clock, p. M, at Smallwood, on the Deer
Park road Terms: On sums of $40 and
over a credit of months will be given, on
note with approved security, bearing interest
from day of sale. All sums under $40 cash.
sep26. 3tss E. B. ARNOLD.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
OF
NICE LITTLE HOME.

On October 10th, 1885, at o clock P. NJ,
John T. Myers will sell at public sale his
brick dwelling, with 4 acres, roods and 80
square perches of land attached. on the road
from Pleasant Valley to Roop's Mill, 30 miles
from Westminster. Buildings and fencing
good excellent water, young orchard, &c.
Terms One half cash balance in one year.
sent 10 3t
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NEAsoNIC.-Door to Virtue

NTASONIC.-Door to Virtue ~
M Lodge, No 46, A. F. A. tsyMMu
NJ, will resume work (after the S5ZATfS
summer vacation on Thursday, TZ&&Se
October 1st, at y p NJ, and will ~<~
meet regularly thereafter, as usual, every
Thursday evening Members will please at
tend By order of the W. NJ.
VIM. MOORE,
sept 26-1t Secretary.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

IL Remaining in the Post Office, Westmin-
ster, Nd, September 10, 1885:
Barnes, Miss Martha Hill, Miss Efie V.
Brown, c. w. Jones, Miss Emma
Brown, Richard Lester, Henry H.
Dorsey, Joseph NJ. NEVILLE, Miss Rosie
Gorham, VIM. A. Shriner, Mrs. w. A.
Hammond, MissHallie Slime, VIM. H.
Henry, DR.. A. C. Thomas, Mrs. Carrie.
Persons calling for matter in the above list
will say it was advertised.
sep 26 A. H. HUBER, P. NJ.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

Attractive displays of stock, farm, garden,
orchard and household products, machinery,
&C.; trials of speed, trots, races, steeple-
chases, various amusements and diversions.
Except in few cases, specially noted, COM
petition is open to all, and the farmer, gar
dener, stock raiser, etc., of our sister counties
will be cordially welcomed.
For premium lists or any information, APP
ply to VIM. B. SANDS, Secretary, Timonium
P. o., or 128 W. Baltimore street, Baltimore,
Nd. sep19,2t
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

II ARD BY THE CAN, TIC. REST
IL Lard by the pound, SC. 49,
Coarse Salt, full weight, Soc.
Fine Salt, Deakin's, full weight, SLIGO.
Two Pounds Enterprise Coffee for 25c.
Blue, lie per box.
Matches, 2 boxes for lc.
Vince Tobacco, 40c. per pound.
sep12 GEO. w. ALBAUGH.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

- MORE LARGE CASES of Cloth
- ing, just in this day, at the lowest prices.
We believe it is best to add small profits and
sell quick We are marking Suits at rs cents
each for the profit. We are going to sell
5000 Suits this fall and winter. Our assert
ment is complete.
sepl2 GEO. w. ALBAUGH
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
NOTICE TO CREDITORS.

The creditors of Julius King, deceased, are
hereby notified to file their claims, duly
authenticated, with the Clerk of the Circuit
Court for Carroll county, as Court of Equity,
within two months from the Oath day of Oc-
tober, 1885.
CHAS. T. REIFSNIDER,
ALPHA NJ. RUBY,
sep26:ts Trustees.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

OUR ASSORTMENT was never near
" as complete as this season, and never
did we offer the inducements that we are now
doing. All goods at old panic prices; will
not advance on an article.
Sugars, we continue selling at cost.
sepl2 GEO. w. ALBAUGH.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
TRUSTEES SALE
Il OF A VALUABLE
Dwelling House, Tannery, &c.

By virtue of a decree of the Circuit Court
for Carroll county, sitting as Court of Equity,
passed in cause No. 2307, the undersigned
will Sell at public sale, on the premises, on
Saturday, eth day of October, A. d., 1885,
at 2 o. clock, p. M, parcel of land containing
I ACRES, 3 ROODS AND PERCHES,
more or less. The improvements thereon are
a comfortable two story LOG
AMA-,S DWELLING HOUSE, good
~ stable, stone dairy, two-story
z5 zesEa Tanning Shop, 70x20 feet, 10
watts in the shed, large bark shed, 10 watts in
the yard, bark mill, large dam, with album
dance of water conveniently conveyed to the
shop and the yard There is also good bear
ing apple and peach orchards on the premises,
and choice grapes in large quantities. The
land is in good condition. The buildings are
all in good repair, and have all the facilities
for conducting good tanning business. This
property is located in the village of Snyders
burg, Carroll county, Nd, is the same of
which Julius King died seized and possessed,
has been known long as Kings Tannery, and
adjoins the land of Joseph Snyder, Mary
Snyder and others.
TERMS OF SALE.-0ne- third cash on the day
of sale or on the ratification thereof, one-third
in one year and the other third in two years
from the day of sale; the credit payments to
be secured by the notes of the purchaser or
purchasers, with approved security, bearing
interest from the day of sale.
CHAS. T. REIFSNIDER,
ALPHA NJ RUBY,
Trustees
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

Several buildings were struck by lightning
during heavy thunder storm in Buffalo
N. Y, Tuesday morning. A large barn at
Lancaster, near Buffalo, was consumed. with
several head of cattle.
Heavy rains prevailed in Spain the early
part of the week, causing rivers to overflow
their banks and doing much damage to crops
and stock. and flooding houses.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
sep26:t
TO CREDITORS.

This is to give notice that the subscriber
has obtained from the Orphans Court of
Carroll county, in Maryland, letters of ad-
ministration on the Personal Estate of
ISAAC COLE,
late of Carroll county, deceased. All per-
sons having claims against the deceased are
hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the
subscriber, on or before the 26th day of April,
1886; they may otherwise by law be excluded
from all benefit of said estate.
Given under my hand this 22nd day of
September, 1885.
ISAAC N. COLE,
sen 26:4t Administrator w. A.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
TR US ST E ES' SALE
u OF
DESIRABLE LITTLE FARM

Pursuant to decree of the Circuit Court
for Carroll county, passed in cause No. 21S2
Equity, the subscribers, as trustees thereby
appointed, will offer at public sale, on the
premises, on
Saturday, the 18th day of October, 1855,
at l O'Clock, P NJ, all the real estate whereof
Jesse Bair, late of Carroll county, died seized
and possessed. consisting of Small Farm,
CONTAINING 81 ACRES
and Is Perches of Land, more or less, stu
ated in Franklin district, Carroll county, Md,
near the road from Westminster to Mt. Airy,
about 3 miles from Warfeldsburg and , miles
from Taylorsville and about half mile from
Blooms MILL adjoining lands of John B. T.
Sellman and others, and now occupied by the
widow and Jesse Bair, one of the sons of the
deceased.
The improvements consist of
a comfortable two.story log and 1SA-A
weatherboarded DWELLING ,I iszs,5s
HOUSE, of six rooms; good 3i59991 1880
barn, meat house. hog house, hen house,
spring house, &c. About 10 acres of wood
land, and two good springs of water near the
house. The land is in fair condition and
productive.
The above property will be sold clear of
the widows dover. 1t is in good and i'm
proving neighborhood, and offers fine
chance to any one of moderate means wishing
to buy good and cheap home.
TERMS.-Onet third of the purchase money
to be paid in hand, or on the ratification of
the sale; one third in one year, and the resi-
due in two years from the sale, with interest
from the sale; the credit payments to be Sc
cured by the notes of the purchaser, with
approved sureties.
JOS. NJ. PARKE,
CHAS. B. ROBERTS,
sep26,ts Trustees.
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A Festival Under Canvas.

Human ingenuity has well-nigh exhausted itself
in preparing feats of amusement for the multitude,
but it has remained for Frank A. Robbins to cap the
climax of circus enterprise with the monster exhi-
bition he has organized for the of 1885, Mr..
Robbins never deceives the public his promises go
at par every time. and are always duly honored.
What he promises on paper will be found beneath
the canvas. 1t is veritable wonder world; every
thing is novel and interesting. Every act is start
ling in its originality every curiosity interesting
from its rarity; every animal challenges admiration
for its beauty and perfect keeping and every portion
excites the warmest commentator by its cleanli-
ness, neatness, perfect order and system, and the
entire absence of all Objectionable features In the
rings and on the elevated stage continual success
sion of interesting acts are presented, among them
being leaping, tumbling, bareback riding, ceiling
walking by the Human Fly, aerial bicycling, trapeze
performances, acrobatic evolutions performing
Arabs, Turks, Moors, Egyptians and Mexican exhi-
bitions besides dozens of other festivities of
than ordinary merit In the menagerie, with its
many cages of wild animals, are also to be seen
numerous trained animals in the exhibition arena,
including the wonderful trained Baby Clown Ele.
plant, who does more clever things than were ever
performed by an elephant before.
This exhibition will appear in Westminster, Nd,
October LIST.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26

A FEW MORE GLASS JARS and
IA Tin Cans left. Come right along; we
are selling them on 5 per cent. profit, and
you should take the advantage of it.
sep12 GEO. w. ALBAUGH.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1885-09-26
Newspapers.

There are fewer daily papers in London
now than there were generation ago, and it
is the same process of the extinction of the
weakest that seems to be going on in New
York. But the great London dailies have
made themselves strong, not by cheap prices,
but by good work. The mistake that has
been made in this country, in the active COM
petition among the too numerous newspapers,
is in trying to give the papers away instead of
making them so good that the public will be
glad to buy them Philadelphia Times