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The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1886-11-06
HE DIDN'T JUMP.
How a Smart Detroit Business Man Adj
vertised His Grocery Store.

How a Smart Detroit Business Man Adj
vertised His Grocery store.
Sunday afternoon q man suddenly
appeared at a third-story window in
an unfinished building on Grand River
street and seemed to begin prepara-
tons to commit suicide by leaplng to
the pavement a crowd OF forty or
fifty people speedily gathered in half
circle below, and although all seemed
to be aware of what was going on not
a voice was raised to prevent the stran-
ger carrying out his designs. He re-
moved his coat and looked down as if
estimating the distance. Then he re-
moved his vest and looked down again.
Some of the crowd asked each other in
low tones if his intention was to jump,
and were answered that there was no
doubt of it, The man removed his
collar and tie after his vest, and then
spit on his hands and took his position
square in the window. No one below
moved foot. There was half a min
ute of silence, during which every body
mentally calculated on the exact spot
he would strike, and something like
shudder passed over the crowd Then
the unknown spit on his hands once
more, raised them above his head, and
calmly remarked
My friends, this is to inform you
that shall occupy this building with a
large and well-selccted stock OF sta pie
and fancy groceries. | shall do a
strictly cash business, and it will be my
aim to-
But the last one had turned the cor
ner. Detroit Free Press.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1886-11-06

1t is claimed that the worlds sun.
oily OF wheat - lorter tn n the average
and that prices Will be higher.
The Milan exchange. (Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.) 1874-1978, 1886-11-06
CatarrI1

u a complaint which Affects nearly everybody,
or less. 1t originates In impure blood and IL
aggravated by taking cold. Disagreeable flow from
the nose, tickling in the throat, offensive breath.
pain over and between the eyes, ringing and burst.
ing noisesin the ears are the more common symp.
toms. Catarrh is cured by Hoods Sarsaparilla,
which strikes directly at the cause by removing all
impurities from the blood.
"Ihad catarrh nine years, and suffered terribly
with II. Soon after began to take Hoods Sarsa-
parilla the catarrh troubled me less and after TAX
ing three bottles / was entirely cured" JANE
HINEY, Lumberton, Clinton County, Ohio.
81 have taken Hoods Sarsaparilla for catarTh
and think it has done me a great deal of good
recommend 1t to all within my reach. Hoods Sar-
saparila has been worth every thing to me-"
LUTHER D. ROBBINS, Cast Thompson, Ct.
Hoods SarsapariIIa
Sold by all druggists 81; six for IS. Prepared By
CT. HOOD CO., Apothecaries, Lowell Mass.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
The Oyster Law.

lndrr the provisions nj the new Law the
,mc for catching oysters is fixed from the
inst day Of September to the twenty fifth
0nslu>ivel day of April next succeeding !;
.y>tyrS caught before the twenty fifth day
II April may he disposed Of at any time
hv:'rc the titth day If May; nothing in the
arJ i IA he construed 70 prevent transpor-
iAiIon companies from carrying oysters
caught outside the state. nor, restaurant
keepers or private persons from purchasing
.N>trrs caught outside the State, nor any
,vr>on irom taking oysters at any time
i"r private use. Ii is unlawful 70
'atyh oysters on sunday or at night and
penalties are provided for any infringement
. this clause. The unconstitutional carry
Ing license tax is Of course abolished. Tho
longing license rates are: for beats, twenty
isrt or less, 81; twenty TO twenty feet
-; twenty-five TO thirty feet, 81; over
thirty feet including sloops under Custom
House tonnage, IS. The dredging tax re-
mains At 81 per ton. Oysters must becull-
"d upon the grounds from whence taken.
tur the benefit Of our patrons who are in
'eTested in this subject we will endeavor 10
publish the whole law ON first side Of our
next issue.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
Flashes.
tusmeS.
Two more weeks Of Lent.

Two more weeks Of Lent
Mrs. Jno. b. Abel, Of Washington, is on
Il visit 10 our town
Miss Lizzie Thomas has been reappOint-
ed Principal of II. Mary's Seminary.
Mr.. Holmes has very much improved his
home lot and also his recent purchase.
Both the Orphans and Commissioners
Courts were in session Tuesday. Their
proceedings are elsewhere given.
Croquet is out and any good evening
crowds of pretty girly can be seen in the
Court House yard engaged in the game.
Mrs. b. Harris Camalier is ON visit TO
Washington for the purpose of consulting
an eminent specialist for throat trouble.
The new house ON Post Office avenue
has been finished and is quite an orna-
ment TO the street. Mr. ID. c. Hammett
had it built.
Thanks To the energy of Rev. Father
Jenkins new fence has been erected
around the Jesuit residence and the church
considerably improved.
Mr. J. F. Ford, eldest son of Mr.. W. F.
Ford, has gone into the clothing business
at Corner Of Light and Pratt Streets, Balti-
more. Mace" deserves encouragement
and We hope his friends will give il by buy
ing of him.
The 81. Mary's countians who visit
Washington can pass pleasant half hour
and buy good and cheap book by calling
ON Mr.. Henry c. Lancaster, SEQ, It'll St, "
W. Mr.. L. is brother Of the Rev Father
Lancaster, of this town.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
Announcements.

Hon Charles +. Norris has received an
appointment as Clerk at the Southern Po-
lice Station, Baltimore. His duties are
clerical entirely, not very onerous and the
salary is, We think, $l5 pei week. His
large circle of admirers and friends join
with us in congratulations and we'll wishes.
He deserved richly the recognition he OBJ
tanned.
Mr.. RObt. A. Abel, formerly of this vii
lage, has been made a member Of the Bal
timore City Police Force. Bob" is very
popifaar here and has many friends. who
Will hear with pleasure of his appointment
Mr.. John n Mckinley has been made
postmaster at Laurel Grove, vice G.. w.
Buckler, resigned, His appointment is a
good one and is warmly approved by the
patrons Of the office
Messrs. :. f. NJ Hayden, Walter Raley
and George Tarlton are attached to No. 2
Tobacco Warehouse and Mr.. T.. Norman
Carpenter 10 No. l.. These are all good
men and We hspe that our county planters
will send 10 their Houses.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
Oar Railroad.

The Southern Maryland Railroad Com
pany has been recognized with Mr.. Pull
sifcr of Boston, as President and the name
ufthc corporation changed To the Washing
ton and Potomac Railroad. On Saturday
last Judge lIasner released the company
from the writ of attachment issued ut suit
oi :. : Smooi on note given November
- 10y him As President Of road. Messrs
Hume, of Washington, and DIR. Jno. NJ
Bronze, Of this county, are among the
directors Of the new company, Ii is conf
IDENTIFY asserted that the road will be COM
plctcd and in running order before Novem-
brr next
Since writing the above, we have learned
that the Attorney for the road has been di-
rcctcd To enter suit against Smoot and his
hondSman for maliciously suing out the
writ and against the L. : Marshal for max
ing a false levy.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
Orphans' Court.

The Court met on Tuesday last, MeSsrs
Love, Jones and Payne present J. Frank
Euhanan, adm. NJ. I. Mckay, filed in
yrntory Same, order of sale granted. II.
Cantcr. adm If +. c. Canter, additional in
vcntory filed NJ. \. Harrison and +. u.
Edwards, adms Of Writ Harrison, were al
lowed six months further time in which to
settle estate Of deceased. John \. Graves
was appointed adm. Of Susan Bond. Renun-
citation Of Philip Dean and JAS. T. Parsons
filed. ]. W. Graves and JAS :. Pnsey APP
pointed appraisers. c. j. Russell, guardian
t. Angelina Clarke. allowed Ia expcnd $25
ont Of the principal for maintenance of
ward VIM. II. Moore vs.. Horatio Canter,
adm. Of /. G. Cantcr. was partly tried and
continued until ll,h If May. J NJ Dent,
guardian L. Lucy Y. Lancaster. order to
rNpend $3.50 in 1882 out of principal, or,ier
mislaid, renewed HuRc pro taEc. Ordered.
that Chas F. Norris, admr of c. ]. Norris.
convey certain lands 10 II. J. Payne, sold
hy deceased. The Court adjourned 60 the
9Th, instant.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
VICTOR
REMEDIES


VICTOR LIVER SYRUP-the greas
family rnsslicine for Colds Liver Complaints.
Blood Disease. Dyspepsia, Foul Stomach
aud Female troubles II is very PLEASANT ,
lake Prce psr bottle, $i,00; sample bot
tie % cents.
VICTOR INFANTS RELIEF-the COL
den remedy for children. and harmless. FINN
one day old or more, for Cramps. Gripiny,
Ieething, Collie and Cholera lnfantum'
ulves relief in from 3 90 10 minutes Try
one bottle. Price IS cents.
VICTOR PAIN RALM-the magic rem-
edy FOR Toeahache, Sore Thoa.. Neural,ia.
Frosted Feet, Cholera Mortas. Cramps'
Colo, Diarrhoa, Dysentery, and dead sho;
90 the sting OF insects. Price e5 and so
cents per bottle.
VICTOR LiNIMENT-the grea, bone
and nerve remedy Is king over all pains.
II cures Neuralgia, Stiff Joints. Lumbago
king Bone, Felon, Cons, Bunions. etc. Ia
Is mild, but effectual for man or beast. TRY
one bottle. Price Is and 80 cents.
VICTOR COUGH SYRUP and Liver
Pills are just what families need no recon-
nlenda'ion required, but just trial. Price
IS cents.
Get circular and read the testimonials.
Never be persuaded 10 try other sasiiar resa-
ediss. srascA ss'Wr Druggist or Merchant saas
pssa oR yog, try TScs0r or none taey are -
Ne reach Of al Respoctfaly
Y ictor Remedy Go.
June IL. s5-yf
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Saint hiarv's Beacon.


5. N. r. X. s-Trains leave Brandy
wine, going East, daily except Sundays, at
1920 a. IN Arriving At Mochanicsyille, ll45
a. IN. Leave Mechanicsyille, going West.
daily except Sundays, at 1910 p. m Ar
irving at Brandywine 2:l0 p. m.
Early Morning Trains leave Mechanics
vile, going West, Mondays aHd Thursdays
at 5:45 A. M Arriving At Brandywine at
$50 a. IN.
Evening Trains leave Brandywine, going
East, Wednesdays and Saturdays at G:30 p.
m. Arriving at Mechaniesvilie at 7:30p. IN.
Norfolk steamers 70 Washington from
Piuey Point ON Tuesdays, Thursdays and
Saturdays. at 1890, r. VI. Returning, Mon
days, Wednesdays and Fridays.
See advertisements elsewhere.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
RuaIaM ayA.

Saturday last the horse attached to sulky
containing Hollywood mail took fright and
carried the mail" much faster than usual
The driver-young Gladden-was thrown
out and considerably bruised.
Saturday last, grey mare, belonging To
Mr. John f. King and driven by Willie
Johnson become frightened and ran dis
into the stable and the only broken thing
about the buggy was an end ola shaft. Mr.
James Graves in attempting to stop the
runaway was knocked down and badly
bruised about the face.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
civil Service Reform.

In our last issue We inserted an extract
from the able ana eloquent speech of Scna-
tor Voorhees, IN denunciation Of the present
civil service system and the practices I'M
der it. Our readers read il, no doubt, with
heartfelt appreciation. for we are aware that
their opinions and feelings are in perfect &C
cord with the views and opinions so forci-
bly, delivered by the Honorable Senator
He but utterS an axiom when he declares
The experience of this government, and
indeed of I'll governments, has amply and
overwhelmingly demonstrated that no po-
litical party ever did or ever will administer
successfully, tremendously, and for the
public good the affairs of a nation through
the fundamentally Of its enemies: The
laws Of human nature would seem to for
bid the attempt ofsuch an absurdity. What
employer OF labor. what commander of an
army would willingly rely on subordinates
filled with hostility, wishing him defeat and
failure, cenSorious in mind, unfaithful in
heart, and often only waiting an opportu-
nifty to hetray him 10 his ruin:"
Since the date Of our last issue, We have
read the no less convincing speech Of Sen.
ator Vance on the same subject. There is
no democrat in our county, We believe, who
will not sympathize with the argument and
Illustrations presented in his speech, and
who will not with him demand the repeal
of this obnoxious, unconstitutional Civil
Service act We will not call il LS,r.
While the eloquent Senator strikes at
this outrage from an elevated position, he
also effectively ieScends IA the ,iemocratic
family circle, and furnishes its inmates fool
for mental Digestion and personal conSid-
Grafton. We cannot now make more than
a short extract from this admirable speech,
hoping, however. that by some other means
our people will lie able 60 procure full copies
of both these able efforts which 81 clearly
and strongly expose and denounce the pre-
sent civil service practices Is approved by
our Executive, and which are exactly the
reverse of what our people expected when
they cas-; their ballots for Cleveland. The
following Is the extract alluded 20 which
we can make from the last named Sena-
tors speech:
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15

Some days ago, two eOlored residents OF
Patuxent District, named respectively Afr d
Chapman and Lee Kelly engaged in fistic
contest and Chapman being unable to sat
isfsctOrily adjust the dispute in that style
drew his knife and used it with such effect
on Kelly's shroat that the wounded man
could BE- tracked 10 his home-distant three
miles-by the bloodstains Chapman has
left the county. Kelly win recover
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15

Under an Act pc, sed by the last Legisla-
ture marriage licences have been reduced
10 81. This law viii be Of but slight adj
vantage to the newspaper fraternity herea-
bouts as a large majority Of them have al
ready paid $3.50 for the privilege of marry
ing. We think the Act good one, how
ever, and hope that all of our young pa
irons will soon avail themselves Of its pro-
visions. The reduction in the license was
intended TO enable couples to raise the min
ister's fees
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15

The County Commissioners were in ses-
sion On Tuesday last. present, Nessrs. Par
sons, Backler. Dent, Tyler and Carroll
An abatement was ordered Oh property Of
Sisters of Nazareth. Taxes in error were
allowed T. T. spalding. The Board ad-
jourBed to Tuesday, April 20, 1886. on
which day Collectors viii be appointed.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
a bank RG Marlboro.

At the session just over the Legislature
passed an act incorporating bank at
Marlboro, r. G.. county. Among the in
corporators named in the Act are Mr. Jno.
I. Ballingrr and Judge J. p. Crane Cf this
county. -. Mary's furnishes enough bust
ness capacity and energy to make the ven
turc success.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
Local Do6tinES.


We are in receipt Of personal letter and
alsJ several short communications, which
We have been unable to make room for this
week. They will be published in our next
paper.
The communication Of b. b. appears in
our present issue. With its publication, we
propose to close out the tobacco inspector
controversy, believing that its further pros
ecution will do more harm than good %
our party in the county
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15

For our Mems and Boys Clothing, will
have scrupulously careful attention, or sam
pies and rules for self measurement will be
forwarded. free, on application. We will also
take care Of your parcels, free of charge
when visiting Baltimore. OETN & SoN
corner Hanover and Pratt Sts., Baltimore,
Nd.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15

DR. r. J. T. Barber, Of Chaptico, who
recently graduated with distinction from
the Maryland University Of Medicine, has
removed to Pennington, Del, and will there
practice his profession. lie is a talented
and energetic young man and We hope and
predict for him brilliant success.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
lest.

Friday last, the 9th instant, three watch
charms. The finder will be literally re-
warded if returned to this Office.
A list Of names, between Mr.. Geo Combs
and Leonarltown. Finder will please re-
turn ~ this Office.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
The Palace OF baltimore CITY

Clothing Establishments is Acme Hall, 209
West Baltimore Street 4 visit will show
You the neatest and prettieSt store in Balti-
more. II is worth seeing for this alone, and
nowhere else can You get such stylish Gents
and Boys Clothing for so little money.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
way Ahead.

Ma Rebecca Burch, of the 9Th district,
has fifiy this years house-raised chickens
large enough for the pan This il way
ahead u anything in the Spring chicken
line thus far reportef
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
FEHHIcK 1 MORGAN

Extend . special invitation b their many
friends and customers to visit their STORE
and examine their large stock of fashionable
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15

Having located at the Great Mills" l am
% accommodate permanent and
transient boariers at moderate rates.
Mrs ALEX. MILBURN.
Aug IL lSSS
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
NOTICE.

A liberal reward will be paid for any in
formation of the parties who fired guns
from my premises on Saturday night, 18th
instant
THOS. b. PRICE.
March %, SGT.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
"The Champion Seise Now On
Getting There In 1886.
The 9th Mechanical Wonder Of the World,
The Champion steel Binder.

Ii will outwear dozen of the old FASH
Toned "fippity flop" canvas rollers and
pot-metal arkS.
Come 20 Leonardtown during the present
term of Court and examine samples of our
three great novelties-the Light Steel Bin
der. the celebrated Folding Bar Reaper and
the Solid Steel Mower.
Mr.. W. y Hammond, our popular Cham
p!on hero, will assist in explaining 10 far
mers the superiority of the Champion ma
chimes over all competitors.
The farmers of St Mary's may well be
proud of the Champion, and their appreci-
alton Of honest material and first-class
workmanship increases with the great num-
bers sold every season. Did YOU not read
that account Of the large delivery of Cham
pions at PottSgrove, Penna., january 9th ?
(midwinter). Yes, 81 were hauled away
that day by the energetic farmers, aggrega-
ting to date, in the county Of Nortnumber-
land alone, go Champion Machines.
II will give me great pleasure To cali upon
my friends again this season. All commu-
nicationS promptly answered.
]. V. CAVALIER,
Agent for St Mary's county.
March IL, lSS6-tf
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
PROFESSIONAL.
B. HARRIS CAVALIER. ENVCa B. ABELl.

THE undersigned, Atiorneys-at-Law and
Solicitors in Chancery, have, this LIST day Of
OF January, 1880, formed co-partnership
in the practice OF their profession, under the
name and style Of
CAVALIER & ABELL.
They will practice in the county of ST
Mary 5 and the adjoining counties. Especial
attention will be paid 10 the collection Of
claims. Address.
CAVALIER Il ABEL. Leonardtown.
ST. Mary's county, Md.
Ii. HARRIS CAVALIER,
ENoCH B. AnELL
Jan &, 1SS5-tff
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
A BARGAIN.
SWEET POTATO SLIPS.

The subscriber will furnish all parties
in want of Sweet Potato Slips in quantities
desired at $225 per barrel. The slips are
Of the jersey variety, which are universal
ly regarded as the best. Full information
can be obtained by addressing
J. FORREST FREEMAN,
Ridge p. o., or
GRENWELL & MATTHEW'S,
WIN. J. EDELEN & CO,
Leonardtown,
March 25, 1sS6-tf
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
Ms DENTISTRY.

DR. PAGE EDMUNDS, Dentist, by re-
quest. viii be in Leonardtown on or about
the 10Th Of March and will remain until
further notice. Having supplied himself
with all modern instruments, is prepared
10 do-first-class guaranteed work at the fol-
lowing low prices, to wit:
sold alloy plugs. ......... 81 90 to 81 80
Silver alloy .......... 100
Pure gold ......... $50 and up
wards. Artificial teeth from So to SIS, full
upper or under sets. Teeth extracted, one
or more, each so cents.
n. b. Will bring his Dental Chair, &c
! March 90. 1SS6-tf.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
Men Think

they know Ill about Mustang Lin
iment. Few DO. Not TO know is
not 10 have.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
GOODS.

We mean % sell and shall always keep
what The people want a. the peoples prices.
10 viii be our aim % give cur pafrons every
Collars worth eyeEytime and IL there be
virtue IN good goods At how prices we mean
% De THE STORE Il Leonanltown.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
10 F. MORGAN.
FOR SHERIFF.

Leonaritown, April 5. 'S6.
MeSSrS. Editors You will please an
nounce Mr.. J. l.. CONNOLLY as candi-
date for the Sherifalty at the next elect
end say that he will be cordially support
d by the public generally.
April :. S6-tfx
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1886-04-15
MhENIE

In this department we are bow pricei. Call
and examine our Fancy Starting. GingAams.
Caiooes and Lawns before purchasing else
where
The Meridional. (Abbeville, La.) 1856-1906, 1886-07-10
What Causes The Difference.

We bare before us the return OF
sa|es Of 30 barrels Of IrIsh potatoes
ehipped ty Mr, W. Il. Crows Of
this place 70 Nessrs. ". G. Moore
& Co., Of Cincinnati, dealers in
fruits, vegetables and produce and
the net proceeds foot up 1926 or
nearly two dollars per barrel. They
were shipped about the lst c" this
month. A shipment to new Or
leans By another party yielded the
shipper As cents net per barrel.
With slch facts staring men in the
face i!ia not to he wondered at that
our small farmers are disposed to
give New Orleans the cold shoul-
der in produce traffic. and seek for
q market where they a realize
something for the fruits Of their la
hors. Mr.. Crews has been deal.
ing with the firm Of W. c. Moore
Il Co., this spring and found them
prompt and honorable in their deal
ings and those of our people having
a surplus Of garden truck to spare
that will bare shipment may make a
note Of above fact and give the firm
u trial. To be gouged out Of IS
per cent ones hard labor is too
much to be patiently endured. Some
difference in the market value of
produce in different places ia reason.
ably to be expected and shippers
must anticipate occasional disap-
pointment but it is ont Of all reason
to believe that with the known
rates for freight charges and
Geographic information as to prices
such u difference in sale can exist
as the returns above recorded would
indicate.
There is a marked difference also
in freight rates between the two
roads handling the potatoes, the
charges on the forty barrels from
this place to New Orleans 1875 miles
distant over the Morgan road.
being $50, and from New Orleans to
Cincinnati. 704 miles over the
Northeastern road, sl5,05.-New
Iberia Enterprise.