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f. A. Eckenrode slaughtered beef re-
Gently which weighed ZIG pounds, He says
he is going to eat mince pies, and wants all
his friends to come and help him eat them.
While some of the Carrollton bad boys were
firing off Roman candles they turned them
toward the White Hall, which is occupied by
Mr.. o. P. Yingling. The balls went through
the window and struck him while he was sit
ting on the shoemaker's bench 1t made him
angry, and he came out and said he could
whip the smallest boy in the crowd. o. 2.
should not get angry or cross, or he might
miss the 'possum for Christmas dinner.
VIM. N Matthews butchered four hogs
which weighed 1000 pounds.
Mr.. Milton Chew is getting along very
nicely with his steam mill, and hopes the
neig6bors will all give him call and try his
corn meal and chop.
Mr.. Samuel Brown is busily engaged de-
livering his Western steam washing machines.
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FINKsBURG ITEMS
Fall of At Feet Down a wel-Death of an
Aged Lady, Etc.

On the night of the lth ofDecember, VIM.
Wilmington, of Anne Arundel county, lectur-
ed at Horner Hall, in the interest of the tenn
perance cause. The attendance was small,
as an oyster supper was being held at the
time at Sandy Mount Church, which drew the
larger crowd, and which we understand was
financial success and very pleasant affair.
The proceeds are to be used towards the COM
pletion of the parsonage.
Lucy, a fourteen year old step-daughter OF
Alonzo Harding, who resides near the Copper
Mines, was engaged on the 18th inst. in draw
ing bucket of water from an open well, the
platform of which was covered with ice, lost
her balance and fell to the bottom of the well,
distance of At feet. Fortunately member
of the family saw her as she disappeared and
summoned assistance. She succeeded in
getting her head above the water, when the
bucket was lowered and directions given her
to grasp the chains, which secured it to the
rope. She did so, and was raised nearly to
the top; but as they were trying to reach her
the windass slipped from its socket and she
was again precipitated to the bottom. A
second time she scrambled to the surface of
the water and had sufficient consciousness to
place a moose around her waist and she was
drawn up. She received cut on the scalp,
was considerably bruised and suffered for
while from the shock, but was otherwise I'M
injured.
Mrs Cathariue D. StocksdaIe, who was IN
her 10Th year died at her residence near this
place, on last Monday, at a. M, after
short illness Of pneumonia. She was the
widow of Noah Stocksdale, who died nine
wears ago. and had lived in the neighborhood
or its vicinity all her life. She had been
member of Mt. Zion NJ. P. Church for great
many wears, and was widely known and much
respected. Seven of her fourteen children
survive her: G. w. Stocksdae and Mrs. Le-
titia Ward. of Mechanicstown; Mrs Ellen
Brown, of Baltimore city, and John, William,
Noah and Tobias Stocksdale, of this vicinity.
She also leaves a large number of grand chill
dren and great grand children. Her funeral
was conducted by her pastor, Rev. j.: w.
Floyd, at Sandy Mount Church, on last Tues
day afternoon. Interment was in the Gene
terry adjoining the church.
VIM. J. Horner, son of Geo. w. Horner,
left on last Monday for Kansas City, Mo. he
expects TO engage in business there and make
it his future home.
On last Monday night Rev. ]. W. Floyd
was surprised by the visit of large number
of members from three of his charges, viz:
Providence, Mt. Zion and Sandy Mount, who
took with them goodly supply of articles,
that will provide for the needs and add to the
comforts of their pastor and his family.
We wish the editors and readers of the AID
vocATE, pleasant Christmas and happiness
and prosperity for 81.
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On Saturday the case of John L. Smith and
Ghas. T. Reifsnider, trustees, VS.. James
Francis, eiectment; tried before the Court.
Held SAB cuT'id.
State VS.. Simon P. D. Bish, indicted for
selling liquor to minors, was tried before a
jury; verdict guilty; fined 500 and costs and
license suppressed. Henning for State; Sea.
brook for traverser. Motion for new trial
filed. On Tuesday the motion for new trial
was over ruled.
Theodore NJ. Mehring plead guilty to the
Indictment of attempted abortion upon Mis-
souri, Bemiler, and was fined $500 and costs.
Henning for State; Seabrook for traverser.
Court took recess until Tuesday, the 4th
day of January.
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COAL OIL ACCIDENT.
A Mother and Two Children Terribly Burne

/
A serious accident, resulting from coal oil
explosion, occurred near this city last Satur-
day afternoon. Mrs. Gist, wife of Mr.. Ben
iamin Gist, living on the Washington road,
about two miles from Westminster, had been
to the store, short distance from her home,
to get half gallon of coal oil, and on re-
turning placed the can on chair In the
kitchen, after which she went into an adj
Joining room. In few minutes afterwards
she heard noise. and returning found that
one of her children, boy about five years
old, had placed the can on the stove. The
can exploded, the oil ignited and was scat
tered over the furniture and room, setting the
clothes of the boy on fire. There was era
die near the stove with child nine months
old in it. The covering of the cradle was on
fire. Taking the child in her arms and
smothering the flames, Mrs. Gist fastened
out of the house and laid the child on the
snow Coming back, she took the boy and
did likewise. Then, having been on fire all
the time, she rolled in the snow herself She
next went to the well, and, drawing two buck
cts of water with windlass, went in and put
the fire out, the house being all on fire inside.
Not realizing her injuries, and with her clothes
all scorched and burned, she ran to Mrs.
Barbers house, short distance away, and
gave the alarm. The neighbors, seeing her
condition, went after the children. Mrs.
Gist is horribly burned on the head, arms and
side, about one third of the surface being
burned. The children are also very badly
burned. Mrs. Gist is improving, and is in
fair way to recover, and the children are also
doing well, not being so seriously injured.
DR.. Joseph L. Herring is attending the I'M
Terminates
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War talk again breaks out in Europe, not
because of any new grievance, but because
some of the principal nations are rapidly arm
ing in pretended fear of one another, but
really to get the advantage of each other
France orders some new rifles; Germany is
then impelled to increase the number of
troops in Alsace- Lorraine, and Italy and
Austria also begin war preparations. These
movements react on France, and she makes
fresh endeavors to strengthen her fighting
force, which being observed all the other ma
tons follow. The prophets of war may come
out right, for neither nations nor men can
strut about ready for fight without provok-
ing conflict Besides they must fight before
long or reduce their military establishments,
which are now rapidly approaching a war
footing.
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The Hold

The holiday trade
result is quite satisfal
men of Westminster.
of buyers from far q
large stocks and mod
profits are small, but IL
siderable aggregate and
are flush. The bushes
too, have an advantaA
most large towns. In !
with the public, they hi
advertise in, and thoF
the families in the coun
enough to be worth
Consequently their pr
ed in advertising bills,
vertising bills, nor is IA
put on the goods and th
their customers. In F
and most other count
newspapers are numero
people the business me.
advertise in all. This
pensive. If the mercl
the price of his goods,
where. If he bears it |
about consumed and he
himself.
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Woodbine Items.

Since our last writing the ADVOCATE has
entered upon its 22d volume. The ADVOCATE
ners that visit us, is the first to be read.
Christmas is at hand and gay and happy
times are hoped for.
Since our last writing the Knights of Labor
have organized an order at this place, AND
have rented C. C. Newport's Hall for place
of meeting. We know but little about their
progress, but we hear that they are doing very
well.
Berret & Newports bazaar is doing very
WELL The next sale will be the third Satur
day in January.
Otho P. Flemming has finished his new
dwelling and had it painted; Wagner Il Co.,
| oontractors
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Tyrone Items.

Some of our farmers are blowing their corn
ground, and say there is not much frost in
sod ground.
The Sunday School at Baust Church is
making arrangements to have an anniversary
on New Years day in the morning at 81
o'clock The exercises will consist of sing
ing, prayer, and actresses by Revs. Mr.. Delp
and Sowders, and a treat for the entire school,
Admission free. All are cordially invited.
Rev. Mr.. Delp will preach Sunday morn
ing, &c inst, at 10 clock, Rev. Mr.. Sowders
on Sunday, January I'd, at o'clock, p. m. =,
Mrs. l. Copenhaver is visiting friends and
relatives in Baltimore during the holidays.
We wish you and your many readers q
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
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&aalAA
Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas is here, with smile and cheer,
Let all your old troubles and quarrels be ended;
For the friend that is havea greeting most dear
And breathe good wish for the foe who's offended.
Though with him the Spite
And with you was the right,
In kindness ofspirt forgive him tonight
For whoever makes plea meath the evergreen tree
prince of good fellows and welcome is he.
Ground-ivy and holly and cedar and pine,
For church decoration are just in the line.
The church with immorteues is gracefully hung,
While anthems and carols are fervently sung.
Ever hallow'd be Christmas the happiest of times,
Let church bells ring out their most joyful chimes.
God give you merry Christmas,
And bright and glad New Year;
Abundant health, sufficient wealth,
Firm friends your days to cheer;
A trusting heart that knows no art.
And a soul that knows no fear.
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Monday, Dec. 2O.--Andrew j. Dougherty,
executor of Thomas Berry, deceased received
order to sell goods and chattels and order to
notify creditors.
The last will and testament of Nathan
Franklin, deceased, was admitted to probate,
and letters testamentary granted to VIM. H.
Franklin.
The last will and testament of Harriet Ma
son, deceased, was admitted to probate, and
letters testamentary granted to Nathan Bay.
Letters of administration on the estate of
Andrew woodward, deceased, were granted to
Isaac c. Bale.
Emory woodward, acting executor of Dan
iel woodward, deceased, received order to
sell real estate.
Daniel J. Baumgardner, executor of Daniel
Baumgardner, deceased, received order to
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Lodge Of

At a regular commit
Virtue Lodge, No. 461
Thursday evening, Dec
officers were elected to !
term :-Chas. II. Bau!
Master; Chas. E. Goodv
Geo. E. Sharrer, jun
Moore. Secretary; Rev. .
urer; Benz. F. Grouse,
Robert Miller, Junior
Baughman, Geo. A. Mi
N. Kuhn, Tyler.
Carroll Division, No.
anee of this city, elected
on Saturday night, for Il
P, A. w. Buckingham;
R. S., Chas. H. Bauehn
II. Mitten; F. S., Geo.
Jesse F. Shreeye; Con
c., J. w. Poole; |. s.,
Thos. H. Bankard; P. "
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The annual report of the Managers of the
National Home for Disabled Volunteer Sol.
diers shows that during the last fiscal year the
average number of inmates was 1916 against
$3.50 during the preceding year. This ratio
of increase is likely to be continued for de-
cade to come, owing to the fact that the
survivors of the war are growing old; their
disabilities are severer, and the number who
are unable to support themselves is rapid y
increasing.
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ADVANCE IN Wharf.-The grain market in
Baltimore and other American cities has been
firm for some time past, though there has
been very little doing. On Thursday, how
ever, on reports of better European markets,
the price of wheat advanced u cents bushel
and there was considerable speculative de-
mand In the final dealings prices fell off a
quarter cent, though the tone of the market
was firm at the close. Corn was firm also,
in sympathy with the advance in wheat, but
it was not active.
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weather Record for the week.

December 1S-mercury 80 at a. m and
So at p. M; cloudy and rainy, clear after
$50 p. IN. December 19-mercury 80 at
a. m. and 80 at p. m; generally clear. De-
cember 2O-mercury 80 at a. m. and 80 at
2 D. M; clear. December 21-mercury 20
at I a. m. and 40 at 2 p. M; clear. Deem
Der 22-mercury 80 at a. m. and Al at p.
M; cloudy, with some rain in the afternoon,
clearing weather at night. December %
mercury 80 at a. m. and 38 at p. M;
cloudy, with snow and rain in the afternoon
and at night. December 24-mercury 80 at
I a. m. and A at II M; cloudy and rainy.
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REDUCE THE TAxEs.-When more of the
peoples substance is exacted through the
form of taxation than is necessary to meet
the Just obligations of the Government and
the expense of its economical administration,
such exaction becomes ruthless extortion and
violation of the fundamental principles of a
free Government. = President CLerelands
MESSAGE
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On Tuesday evening, as the ia mily of Cas-
per Carl, of ClearGeld township, near Ebens
burg, Penna., were rising from the supper
table, three masked men entered the house,
tied the old man to a chair, abusing him
severely in their efforts to quiet him, and then
demanded his money. He refused their de-
mand, when they proceeded to ransack the
house, securing about $3.50 in gold.
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William Warner, who shot and killed Mrs.
Mary Lynch at Newtown, Conn. Wednesday
night, returned to the house about o'clock
and shot himself. His body was found lying
across that of his victim. He left note in
which he gave the cause of the murder as
jealousy.
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MO. 1854 EQUITY.
In the Circuit Court for Carroll county, sitting
as Court of Equity.
James II. Billingsea and Lewis L. Billingslea,
trustees under the will of James L. Bill
hngslea, deceased, VS.. Ada NJ. Fra
ger and James H. Frazer, her
husband
Ordered this 18th day of December, A. D.,
1886, that the sale of Baltimore City Stock,
made and reported in the above entitled cause
by James H. Billingslea and Lewis L. Billings
lea, trustees, under the will of James L. Bill
lingslea, deceased, be finally ratified and con-
frmed unless cause to the contrary be shown
on or before the 18th day of January, next /;
provided copy of this order be inserted in
some newspaper published in Carroll county,
Maryland, once a week for three sue
cessive weeks, previous to the 10th day Of
January, next The report states the amount
of sale to be $2,219.88.
WIN. N. MARTIN, Clerk.
True Copy,-Test:
dec Is st WIN. N. MARTIN, Clerk.
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MORTGAGES SALE
lNI OF A
VERY VALUABLE FARM,
In Wakefield Valley, in Carroll Co., Md.

The undersigned, by virtue of the power OF
sale contained in the mortgage from j. Will
son Englar and Elizabeth Englar, his wife,
dated the 18th day of September in the year
1878, and recorded among the Mortgage Re-
cords of Carroll county, in Liber +. /. s.,
No. u, folio 20S, &C., will offer at Public
Sale, on the premises, situate on the County
Road leading from Westminster through
Wakefield to New Windsor, about half
mile from Wakefield, Station on the West
ern Maryland Railroad, adjoining the lands
of Joseph Hoover, David Englar, David
Smelser, and others, on
Thursday, the 9th day of January, a. D. 1887,
at one O'Clock, p NJ, all that valuable Farm
situate as above stated, containing
2l2 ACRES, l ROOD and 30 PERCHES
OF LAND, MORE OR LESS.
This is one of the most desirable Homes in
Carroll county, possessing special advantages
from its close proximity to colleges, schools,
churches, stores and railroads, &C., both
Wakefield and New Windsor being Stations
on the Western Maryland Railroad. Its To-
cation is in the very midst of one of the most
productive sections of Carroll county. 1t
forms a part of the celebrated Wakefield
Valley. The character of the soil is natural
ly productive and is highly improved. 1t
lies among the nneSJ limestone Janus IN Gar
roll county. 1t is one of the best Dairy farms
in the State; affording as it does, most con-
venient facilities for the successful conduct of
the Dairy business. The property is being
sold in consequence of the death of Mr.. Eng
lar, and for no other reason. The improve
ments consist of stone dwell
ing house, two stories high, AMA-A
having four rooms on the first ",
floor, six rooms on the second, lEeE1zt4a759at!Z-
and basement kitchen, and we'll of good
water within ten feet of the kitchen door,.
under roof; large Switzer barn, with dout
threshing floors and two entries, with ahn
Aapt and comfortable stabling; thSr
of wateS at the barn; stonsA
dairy, with faEeE tail i2S
smoke house, eNlIsr@4
corn cribs on either side; 10 IN, md
other necessary outbuildings. M Pts log
tenant house two stories high, on the farm,
with good spring of water near the house.
There is young orchard in good bearing con-
dition; and the fencing is in good repair.
There are about 20 acres of good timber land
with the farm.
Terms of Sale-Cash, on the day of sale, or
upon the ratification thereof by the Court.
Any person desiring to purchase the property
can obtain satisfactory credit terms by apply
ing TO the undersigned, either before or at the
day of sale.
MORDECAI C. McKINSTRY,
Mortgage.
dec Its Charles B. Roberts, Solicitor.
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The farm house of Caleb Russell, near Say.
brook, Ohio, caught fire, and Russell, who
gas eighty years old, and his wife, aged fifty,
led from exhaustion shortly after escaping
ON the house. A demented son was burned
b death.
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TaneytownI

The Reformed Sund
holding their annual Ci|
Saturday evening, Decem|
Sunday, as reported in TIL
Mr.. and Mrs. Leahy, Of
Pa, have been on a visit
of this place.
Peter Sell was buried
Taneytown Reformed
years. He had been afh
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A cold wave is advancing southeastward
from Dakota; its influence will be felt in the
mississippi valley on Friday, and in the upper
and lower lake regions, the Ohio valley and
tennessee on Saturday, extending nearly Il
he Atlantic coast.
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A squad of policemen made raid in Phil.
adelphia Wednesday night on the saloon of
George McGowan, where prize fight was in
progress between Lewis Abrams and Thomas
Cooney. They captured the principals, the
proprietor of the saloon and forty spectators.
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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.

wanted-John W. Mcdonald & Co., Sykes
vile, Md.
Nd. :,
Dividend No. 1l4-J. w. Herring, Cashier.
Legal Notices-List of Unclaimed Matter.
Stray Cow-George ii. Frazier.
Entertainment at Unientown-
. n Nov Simmer
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George. F. Schmitt, jeweller of Chicago,
was robbed of nearly $500 worth of diamond
rings on Tuesday night. Three men entered
his store on pretence of purchasing, and one
of them threw red pepper in his eyes while
the others grabbed the rings.
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! The City Hall and Opera House at Chey-
Pygan, Michigan, were burned Wednesday
ght, and two prisoners in the Jail attac he'd
the City Hall were burned to death.
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IAN epidemic of the disease known as ''pink
e' prevails among the horses in Buffalo,
Y. The street railroad companies have
horses on the sick list.
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puts Pascal and A. Vincent were arrested
[obile on Tuesday on the charge of rob-
\ man in New Orleans of $4,000.
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be postoffice and the Office of the Glen
L Manufacturing Company, at Glen Rock,
were robbed on Wednesday night last.