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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24
Sco,tt'aic, Pa. May 2S, 1885.
To whom it may concern:

| was ailing for a number Of years W tn 3
disease Of the lungs liver complaint, const.
patton Il d Ecrvou nts s. and | had at leas,
twenty doctors and gnt 10 relic! from any ct
them, until saw DR.. P!outz OF Wafnesboro
Pa. now at Connel svlie. He saw me and
commenced taking his medicine (Tonic Ill
xcr and Bilious ri 81 and in three days AZ
ter taking TIE first dose was getting hep
and am now still getting better all the time.
Daring the time OF two weeks taking of
medicine have been helped and am still
getting better For 20 years have spent at
least $500 and never had the same relief that
| now have. Charles Sayers.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

Accepting nm invitation extended us by
Mr.. John Kunkel President of the Catoctin
Iron Co.. we make one of the party to the
survey of the new railroad yesterday
Some of the interesting features Of the trip
will receive attention in our next issue.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

LARGE HoGs-Mr. Geo. A. Hoover, of
Grsccham Mill, slo- yhtcrcd 5 Jersey hogs
Dec s. 1885. whose aggregate weight was
1862 pounds; the heaviest weighing 4Sl lbs.
The lard received out of them was between
coo and 700 pounds. Also at The same time
and place A. J. Valentine and 4. ID. Hoov-
er killed hogs whose az grcgatc weight was
1880 pounds; the heaviest weighing 3G5 lbs
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We make no apology for the hat:sheet
which we send out this week In the way
ofexplanation, however, We may state that
to print the four pages of TIE CLARION, re-
quires every hour that the force of the office
has Of it's command during the week and it
was question Of a halfholiday or no holi-
day and we chose the former.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

FAREWELL OLD YEAR PERSONALLY you
have treated US kindly; you have left us
one year older, it is true, but that must not
BE- counted too harshly against you. we
will remember you kindly, at least, for what
YOU might have brought us and did not.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

Arabian Pills and Arabian Secret, two
proprietary medicines owned and sold by
MIR. T. A. Wastlcr of SabillasYile, stand up
ON their own merits and are being sold now
by about 100 agents in states. Mr Nastlcr
places firm reliance in printers ink, having
lust ordered 10 900 circulars for the use of
his agents. We have knowledge Of the
worth of his Arabian Secret, most meri-
torious iniment and pain cure and become
responsible tor the statement that it has no
supcriors and few equals in its line. We
should be pleased to be able to say as much
of the Pills, but cannot, never having tested
their worth.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

Rev. Fl. I. Comfort has received and ac-
cepted a call to the Burkittsville charge re-
formcd) and preached his Introductory SER
mon on last Sunday at that place.
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Read Cross,nan & Taylor's adv.

LABOR AND CApIrAI.--If your system is
not IN good condition, you lose time for LABOR
and lost labor is lost capital, therefore give
yourself strength and vigor by using Health
Restorer,
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

Now buy pencil with an eraser attached
and keep it close by you. You will have oc.
casion to rub out and insert right
frequently for several weeks at least.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

SPRING WINDS AND CoLDs.-NoW Is the
time that changcablc weather and WINDS
cause colds on the lungs, and to relieve inc
cough Wild Cherry Syrup is the best and
uost ctfectual.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

AGAIN, TnANKs.-Now, two years in sue
cession has our excellent, liberal and thought
flu. tunsorial artist, Mr.. A. IT. Lucas, remem-
bered US Mt Christmas, the proof of his re-
membrane coming in the guise Of fine, fat
turkey We believe that our bump OF ap-
preciativcncss is abnormally Developed for,
while we are usually able to pat in language
that which we desire to say, yet. it is such
acts of kindness that we would acknowledge
in terms Of deeper feeling than we can Will
to write. Thanks, Tup; we may roll in
mountains of wealth yet, and when we do
- well, our generosity will make your
head swim.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

A'W Ward Esq, London, Tenn, SAYS
Powc''s Prepared Chemicals compared most
f.vorahly with the high priced fertilizers
usedn his section during the past season.
For descriptive pamphlet address the man
ufaclurers, Brown Chemical Co.. Baltimore,
Nd.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

TURKEY Several gentlemen of our town
visited hurting grounds in Pa. two weeks
ago, but, unfortunately, were not aware of
the fact that the gemc law was about to ex,
pire, consequently t@ey had but one day af-
ter their arrival in whic,) to hunt deer. Not
finding any, they turned their attention to
wild turkey and Mr., Chas. j. Weller brought
one down.
On the Sunday following their return we
received an invitation to assist at n dinner
of roast wild turkey. Nodcsty forbids that
we should enter fully into any account OF
our share in the dinner; we will simply say
that wild turkey roast is one Of our weak
nesses and that that weakness proved to be
a source Of great strength at the table.
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Farmers Resort.

The undersigned takes this method to no.
tify the Public that he Will continue to con-
duct the Saddlery Business in all its branch
es at the old stand in
GRACEHAM.
Where he hopes to supply his patrons in the
future as he has in the past.
Our stock consists of Collars of our own
manufacture of different patterns that can
not Dc surpassed, Harness Of all kinds and
prices, also Blankets, Robes, and Whips.
REPAIRING OF ALL KINDS,
done with neatness and dispatch, and at pri-
ces to slit tic tines.
We hope by strict attention TO business,
and fair lea ing, t, merit q continuance of
the very liberal patronage heretofore ex-
tended, for which generous public has our
grateful thanks.
Respectfully,
J. A. GERNAND,
dec 81 Gm Gracclam, Nd.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

One of the most common complaints OF
children is WORMS and as they often suffer
long time before it is known, parents should
watch carefully for the symptoms and give
DR.. Fahrney's lnfailiblc Worm syrup.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

MIDDLETOTN VALLEYS opportunity i
now again approaching. Some time since
they made strong effort to secure n railroad
thence to Frederick City, but failed and it is
probable that, all thin IS considered, the
road as then projected would not have been
all that was to be desired.
The road from this place to Catoctn Fur
naces, the preliminary survey for which was
ma lie yesterday ana which road will in cv-
cry probability be extended beyond to Lew
istown AMI even further, should be made to
skirt the eastern base of the Catoctin noun
tam, south to point where by easy gradl-
ents, the mountain can be crossed and Mid
dIctown Valley entered. This would meet
every objection that was urgel against the
building of the road referred to; would make
very direct route, without any transship
ment and would pass through fertile and
highly cultivated section of oar county from
Lcwistovn south to the terminus.
Unless we err nightly in our judgement
this is the solution Of the Mildlctown Val
lev railroad problem and we invite the Fut-
len Reqistsr's attention to the matter; it was
the leading spirit in the other project and
can, we believe, lead its people up to an in
tcligent conception Of the practicahility OF
our suggestion,
That the road will be built to Catoctin
Furnaces there is no longer a doubt and we
have il from more than one reliable source,
that its extension to and even beyond Lew
istown is being seriously considered by many
men of large means in that section.
Once there, It's terminus will unqueslion
ably be Frederick City, or Middlctown Val
ley. as the citizens Of those parts determine
first.
In this connection it may be well to state
that all rumors to the effect at the W Md.
c mpany will build the road to Catoclin
Furnac, are entirely without foundation
We speak adviscdly in this matter.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

The Christmas exercises by the Lutheran
Sunday School on Christmas Eve, the Re-
formed on Christmas morning, the Moravlan
on Christmas afternoon and the United
Brethren Christmas night were largely at
tended. They were fully up to the ex-
pected m rk of excellence, notably in the
matter of music, Both adults and children
remember them with the deepest pleasure
and all must acknowledge the real good el-
fected thereby if they will only recall the
unaffected enjoyment they brought the lltile
ones. Those in charge of the exercises by
the different schools deserve every encom-
um for their PERSISTED labor for success.
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Our esteemed and venerable townsman,
Ur. Abel Mitchell is again quite III.
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The value of TIE sun as an Advertising
Medium 49, of course, in proportion to its
immense circulation, and its pr, cs for advcr-
Using far less in proportion to the c'rcnla'
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which we have knowledge.
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Business Locals.
SKATES ATAlBAUGH'S
"A full assortment of
sizes and prices.

For a Christmas
Present (: drop over to
Albaugh's and buy a
handsome pair Of
skates: Prices way
down.
dec 81 St
ef O3SterS-SlG A Gallon
Salt Water Oyster Of fine ilevor and quality
at s1.O0 per gallon, during the Holidays ut
"Polcy's.
rE- Buy the best; New Crop New Or
leans Molusses at Roots.
sEs~ Red Seal Coffee takes the lead Ev-
erybody buys it at Roots.
dec II At
-~-------------~----
Is" Money TO i.Oan.-s30 900 for in
vcstmcnt in First-Clss Mortgages.
Apply at
Dec ut Tue CLARION OFFICE.
So For the purest and sweetest syrups
go to Albaugh's.
tY- For Mems Working Gloves all sizes
and qualities go to Albaugh's.
eE If you want to make . Christmas Gift
get q set of fine knives and forks at
Alhaugh's.
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sS~ For &aIe.-A house and lot in
Gracehan on easy terms. For particulars
Address, >. NJ. BlRELl,
nov 1e Pm G1acnhanl, Nd.
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FoxyIILE, Dec. %, 1895


EDITOR CLAHIoN.-llolitlay dnings are all
the go at this time. The SO called Sacred
Concerts are well attended, irrespective of
the almost impossible condition of the roads,
Nothing Of any consequence has transnired
of late; except u few young folks getting
married, which is nothing new, as history
tells us that it was practised in Medieval
times; and that it antcdatts, the ant,diluv an
age; but cannot be traced as far back a. the
Calboni.crous Period. 1t must be of remote
origin. as my grandmother said it was the
custom when she was girl.
The health of this community is excellent.
Last Thursday Nr. ShullA was brought
from Blue Ridge Sulnmit to this place He
had to give up his situation on account of
his health failing, DR.. Harvey BHhrman
says lie shall not die, if he can save Lin.
BRUTTS
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Why do Doctors prescribe .iq =
UOfH.

Because thep know not what else TO do or
because sometimes little liquor serves to
kindlc the exhausted fires of digestion, But
this liquor prescription is bad business for
for the patients, for it makes drunkards out
ola large majority of them. Browns Iron
Bittcrs does not kindle Il temporary fire. 1t
nourishcs cnriches, strengthens, purtics 1t
drives out debility and dyspepsia, and sets
the invigorated system at work on basis of
health.
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Local Items.
l995--the last.
O.O-----O.O
DIR. M. f.. LeatLcrman,

The public schools reopen ON Monday
next
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1885-12-24

TIE WATER QUESTION il now approach
ing stage, where it will be discussed upon
it's merits based upon the fullest possible III
formation and when it will not be possible
that it should remain longer in doubt.
Mr., John II. Miller Of Carlisle, Pa, al
ready referred 10 by us in this connection
Ia Interested with Mr.. Peter Herdic, of "l1cr-
die" coach fume, in contracting to place va
ter in towns and cities and these gentlemen
will visit us, probably this week, and will
confer with our people on the subject. 1t
will be purely n business trip and should the
terms which they will be able to offer to
consumers be considered to be favorable by
our people, we have reason to believe that
the work will be done; if on the other hand
their rates for fire purposes prove to be toe
high in the opinion of the taxpayers land
they must be permitted to judge then, even
though the rates offered to individuals be
fair they must not expect our people to bar
gain themselves into taxation which they
will not be able and willing to bea"
The general consensus of opinion is strong
" favorable to the Introduction of water, il
for no ether than the prot, ction it will give
against fire and we believe that our people
are ready and anxious for its coming, YET
they may certainly be relied upon to object
in case the burden that it will place upon
them should give promise of being unwar
rantably heavy. The unusual advantages
that will be afforded those who make the in
vestment, owing to the nearness of the heac
OF the supply, however, should reduce The
rates to be charged in this place, to mini
mum, for it is conceded by all who have
ever given the matter any consideration tina
there are few towns, the size of Mechanics
I, town, to which water may be brought from
10 great an elevation and in 30 short dis
lance, as it is not 800 yards in an air lint
from the point where the reservoir would b'
located, to the centre of the town.
We trust that events Of the near future
viii give q favorable turn TO the project.
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THEAYRICALs--An entertainment will he
riyen by amateurs of this town in the build
ing formerly occupied by Rev, W. G. Wire
as a Seminary, on Friday evening of this
week The title of the play is "Worth a
Struggle" a comedy, scmi-serous, in four
acts. 1t will be the first attempt of every
one in the realms of dramatic art and while
we are prepared to believe that most COM
mcndablc proficiency will be shown, we ask
for them charitable criticism Of any imper-
ftctions that may become apparent.
The doors will be open at O'Clock and
the entertainment will begin at " O'Clock.
Admission, adults rs cents children under
10 years Is cents. Programme will be dis
,ributed in the Hall. Tickets are for sale at
the stores in this place, Fill the seats and
encourage our amateurs.
DR.. Bulls Baby Syrup is the remedy for
the baby. 1t is fee from laudanum. Price
only 25 cents.
For hogs Days Horse and Cattle Powder
is q necessity ; it cures swelled necks and
ulcers in the lungs.
The sympathy bctwoon the stomach and
brain is shown in the headache resulting
from indigestion. DR.. Bulls Baltimore Pills
cures such headache.
Neuralgia pain is usually of an intensely
sharp, cutting or burning character. To eff
feet speedy and permanent cure rub thor
oughly with Salvation Oil, the greatest pam
cure on EARTH rs cents
When man is i'll he should send for a
d, c.or at once ; but when he has Il cough or
sore throat he needs only DR.. Bulls cough
syrup. 25 cents.
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Mountain Land at Private Sale-J. Ritchc.
Farmers Resort---Jos. A Gcrnand
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Tosts.
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head swim.

RELIGIOUS Watch Services will be OBJ
served by the Gracelam Congregation on
New Years Eve. The services will begin
at 8 D IN. and with one or two short inter-
missions will continue until the New Year
is usbered in.
There will be preaching at 10 a. m. on
New Years Day followed by II Love Feast.
All are invited to all of these services.
There will be no service III the Moravian
Church at MecLancstown, next Sunday
c. G. Lanius Pastor.
Watch service at the NJ Il, Church Thurs
day $50 p. IN. Preaching Friday and Sun
day 7p.m Revival service every evening
of the following week.
o, Belt. Pastor.
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I}RUTUs.

BoRoUUH TAXES We have in the past
spoken Of the injustice OF the present sy'tcm
of our corporation taxation, in the fact that
real estate only bears the entire borden
Every citizen Of the town receives the bcne-
fit Of good pavcments and streets, street
cross gs, street lighting and law and order
and vet not one of these contribatc one pen
ny TO the suppor, thereof, except he be the
owner of real estate.
1t is not right; it i, not JUS and now that
the question ofa permanent water supply is
beng considered and with ii the question of
the incrca. Of taxes to pay for water for fire
purposes, it will be dolbly unjust that such
increase should fall only upon the real cs-
tate, when the personal effects of every citi-
zen will be protected equally with the house
in which it is 10 'gcd. In any event, the
burden of taxation should be placed alike
upon both real and personal, lowering the
taxes Of house owners, by increasing the
basis upon which the levy is made and most
ce.talnlv should it be done in case il is final
ly determined to increase taxation to meet
the expense Of water for fire purposes. Both
these questions Should be decided at one aud
the same time.
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The Christmas season has come and gone;
one thousand eight hundred and eighty six
times has this Festival been observed and
yet its rcjuvcnating powers have not been
abatetl a 1.-THE AMI it has again proven itself
TO be the same Merry Christmas as of yore
True, its observance ia not the same in
form and outward ceremony that once met
it; it has ceased in great measure and very
properly too We think, to be the occasion OF
loud and rollcking pleasures and has been
toned down to meet tastes really more in
sympathy with the Event and the wondrous
influences following, that it commentaries.
With us it was day Of social intercourse,
in some instances convivial hut at all times
within the bounds of the utmost good taste
and 50 far as our observation went, at no
time boistcrous. While exhilartng pota-
tons were INDUCED in at the open board of
number of our homes, there were few if
any, to us known, none, Who evlnced other
inclination than to honor the host by the
form rather than the disposition to excess in
the fact of their merrymaking,
With one exception, every business house
was closed during the entire day; the con-
fcctioncrics Of course remained open. The
weather, saving the absence of the merry
slciphers, was a mo lei Christmas Day: the
sky was clear and the air cold and bracing.
One marked feature was the notable alb
sence of VISITORS in past years and recently
the Holidays has been Rcd Letter day
with our young people, a round of visiting
being the order and many strange faces were
to be met, while during the past week, an
almost total absence Of strangers must he
reported.
AS is customary in our town there were a
number of handsomely decorated Christmas
Trees, several of which were tie most
charming tokens Of the season of gift-mak-
ing that we have ever looked upon.
At the four Sunday School celebrations,
the children received the looked for and
highly appreciated gift of a package of can
dies, cards, etc. and if We may judge from
| the dismahtled conditions of the shelves in
the different confectioneries, as they appear.
ed on Saturday evening last, the little ones
all, received bountiful measure of comdts
While we have nothing to remark in tho
way of the unusual, we are preparded to say
! that It was 4 real good, enjoyable Christmas
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0. Bet, Pastor.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1885-06-02

ENOR SALE-First class real estate wood or
IL brick buildings in this city, in good order, in
good location, with an excellent prospect of rise in
value all occupied by good paying tenants will be
sold so as to pay very large interest, terms easy.
Address, G. L., this Office. PIP