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FOR STUDENTS Of BOTH SEXES
s@- SEPARATE DEPARTMENTS.
Orqanized under the auspices of the Methodist
Protestant Church, 1867.
sg Incorporated By act of Assembly, 1868.


Occupies one of the most beautiful and
healthful sites in the State. Receives annual
appropriation from the Legislature for the
Free Board of one student from each Sena-
torial District. Provides comfortable room
for each two students. Has full corps of
competent instructors. Course of study ample
and thorough both in the Preparatory and
Collegiate Departments. Discipline strict,
but kind Terms very moderate. A Schol,
arship for Three Years Tuition for Sl00, and
Ito students having such Scholarship Board,
Room, Washing, Fuel and Light at the rate
of S166. 81 per year. Has been in successful
operation for 10 years.
The Twentieth year will open on Tuesday,
September I, 1886. Any further information
and full descriptive Catalogue may be had by
addressing the President,
REV. T. H. LEWIS, A. NJ, D. d.
June 10 Westminster, Md.
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MARYLAND AGRICULTURAL
wi COLLEGE.

Next session opens September goth, 1886.
Besides the regular Collegiate Course, en-
bracing English, the Classics and the Sciences,
special courses in Agriculture, Civil and
Mechanical Engineering and Applied Chem
istry are provided, under the direction of
full corps of professors and eminent lecturers.
A liberal equipmentin the shape of Chem
ical Laboratory and Museum of Minerals,
Woods, Seeds, Skeletons, Charts, &C., is also
provided.
The cadets are under military organization
and discipline.
Send for catalogue giving full particulars as
to courses of instruction, terms and scholar
ships.
Location unsurpassed for beauty, healthful-
ness and convenience of access.
Address AUGUSTINE J. SMITH, Presi-
dent Maryland Agricultural College, Prince
Georges county, Md. July24 tt
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A. Earthquake in Westminster.
What is the reason that everybody goes to
THE NEW
90 MT ST o r E
nI u. Lin Mni.,

OIL. GLADHILL, in Zeiber Building, Main
street, West of Depot, Westminster?
Because they can get better bargains and
have a larger stock to select from than at any
house in Westminster. Just think of ito
KEYED Accordeons from 99c. to Sl.9oi Glass
Water Sets from go cts. to 81. 80; Vases, Tum-
blers, Colored Sets of Glassware, common
and fine sets of Glassware, Jelly Tumblers,
Pitchers, Cake Stands, Bread Plates, Coal
Oil Lamps, Globes, Canes, &C., &c. The
largest line of Picture Frames in Westmin-
ster, consisting of Plush, Wood and EASEL
Oil Chromos from lie. to &c.; Oil Paintings,
&c. | have Just purchased the machinery to
make all kinds of Picture Frames to order at
short notice A full line of fine and common
Shirts, Linen, Celluloid and Paper Collars
and Cuffs, Overals, Looking Glasses, Clocks,
Water Coolers, &C.. Writing Paper and En-
velopes of all grades, Stereoscopic Views,
Birthday Cards, Scrap Books and Pictures,
Autograph and Photograph Albums, Watch
Chains and Necklaces, Pocketbooks, Cigar
Cases. A large stock of Tinware of all kinds
See our and 10 Cent Counters.
have purchased the stock and fixtures OF
]. NJ. Wells, Paper Hanger and dealer in
Wall Papers and Window Shades, and secured
the services of Mr.. David Halter, an expert.
enced workman, and have Wall Papers of all
descriptions and at all prices; Window Shades
of the finest to the commonest grades, with
spring balances and fixtures, at the lowest
prices. Paper Hanging done in town or
country at short notice on reasonable terms,
Work done in the country at city prices.
L. GLADHILL,
augl,tf Successor to ]. NJ. Wells.
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CARROLL COUNTY, MD. ,

CARROLL. County, MD, Sept. 5, 1885.
Mr.. f. H. Bankard-Dedr Sir II have
used your ELECTRIC HEALING FLUID
ON horse of mine with large fungus tumor,
which / thought could never be removed
without the aid of the knife, but to my sur
prise your medicine removed it while dis,
charging his daily work. l can recommend
it to the public. Respectfully yours,
oct24:tf J. FRIzzELL, Farmer.
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BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL

Mrs. A. G. Davis will open Boarding and
Day School at her residence, near Mt. Airy,
Carroll county, Nd, on September 6, 1886.
The course of studies will embrace the usual
English Branches, with Higher Mathematics,
Literature, the Pure and Mixed Sciences,
Latin and Music. The school will be in
charge of Miss Minta Shipley, a well-known
and thoroughly competent teacher. Location
one of the most desirable. The best accom-
modations for boarding furnished. For
terms and information address
MRS. A. G. DAVIS,
Mt. Airy, Carroll County, Md, OR
MISS MINTA SHIPLEY,
july31 IT. Daniel, Carroll Co., Nd.
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WESTMINSTER, Md

w AUGUST, 1885.
take this method of informing my friends,
customers and the public in general that
have concluded to retire from mercantile bus
mess, and will commence September LIST
"wednesday next to sell my entire stock at
RETAIL not taking cost into consideration. My
stock is first-class, and seldom such chances
are offered the public; but thinking it just to
myself to retire and rent my stores, thank
you all for your liberal patronage, and will
always appreciate what has been done for me
by the trade We are now busy fixing prices
in order to induce people to buy literally, as
we desire to be rid of our stock by December
1st, and will offer the most decided bargains
ever heard of in the trade. Our stock is
generally assorted with the choicest
Silks, Satins, Velvets, Dress
Goods, Tricots,
Cashmeres, Domestics, Elan
nels, Ginghams,
Muslins, Canton Flannels,
Table Linens,
Towels, Comforts, Quilts, Blan-
kets, Clothing,
OVERCOATS, Lap Blankets,
TRUNKS, UNI
brellas, Valises, Hats, Boots,
Shoes, Gum Cos
samers, Groceries, Spices,
Queensware, Sill
yer Plate Ware, Woodenware,
Tinware, Soaps,
Cofees and everything in the
General Line.
We have some good Bargains
in Carpets, Oil
Cloths and Mattings. You will
do well to buy
early, and get just what you
want at about half price.
GEORGE W. ALBAUGH,
aug2s Westminster, Nd.
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DUBLIC SALE.

The subscriber, as trustee appointed by de-
cree of the Circuit Court for Carroll county,
to sell the real estate whereof Conrad Bolte,
Jr, late of Carroll county, died seized, will
offer at public sale, on the premises, at u
o'clock, NJ, on
SATURDAY, 18th OF SEPTEMBER, 1886,
the following real estate, i'll two parcels, to
wit: The first parcel, situate near Browns
schoolhouse, in Hampstead district, Carroll
county, Md, on the road from Richards mill
to Westminster, about one mile from said mill
and five miles from Westminster, containing
46 ACRES, RooDS AND 20 PERCHES
of land, more or less, wherein said deceased
resided at his death. The i'm
ALGA-A provements are two-story log
E9Is Dwelling House, stable, black
n554 ZssLss{zG smith shop, hogpen, courthouse,
&C.; good young orchard; well and spring
of good water near the house; land of good
quality and under good fencing.
The second parcel consists of lot of IA
Acres of Land, more or less. all good wood
land except about acres lately cleared. 1t
lies about a quarter of mile from the first
parcel, on the same road, nearer said mill.
Said parcels of land will be sold clear of the
widows DOVER This offers q fine opportu-
nifty for any one with small capital. Posses
sion will be given by the widow as soon as the
terms of sale are complied with.
Transformed third of the purchase money
in hand on the day of sale or on the ratihca-
ton of the sale by the Court, one-third In one
and one-third in two years from sale, with
interest from sale the credit payments to be
secured by the notes of the purchaser, with
approved security.
EDWABD BOLTE, Trustee.
Jos. NJ. Parke, Solicitor.
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AvoNDALE, CARROLL COUNTY, Nd,
October 14th, 1885.
Mr.. T. Fl. Bankard-Dear Sir take
great pleasure in recommending your ELEC,
TRIO HEALING FLUID to the public, as |
have used it to my utter satisfaction during
last harvest on my horses, not losing any
time while treating them. Would advise all
farmers and owners of stock to keep 1t on
hand. Respectfully Yours,
P. II. SHRlVER, Farmer.
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A TTENTIoN STOCK FEEDERS
LOOK TO YOUR INTEREST.
[ have only a few more of

have only few more of
The Improved Lion Feed Cutters
on hand, which will be sold cheap to close
out. have two Hand Feed Masticators with
two handles for turning by hand; one Porta-
Bile on Wheels with shafts, suitable for two or
more farmers to join together in purchasing,
very handy to move; one very large one with
three 20-inch knives, which can be put on
wheels, has an elevator to carry off the feed,
caps city from 500 to 800 bushels per hour.
Farmers who have my old Feed Cutters that
do not take in fodder or hay freely can have
them adjusted by me. Call and examine these
Cutters if you want bargain, as do not ex
pect to make any more, and intend TO sell the
right to make them.
E. WAGNER,
Main St., West End of Westminster,
&c. Next door to ]. 7. Wamplers Store.
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NOTICE.

Pursuant to said decree the subscriber
hereby notifies all persons having claims
against said Conrad Bolte, Jr., deceased, to
file their said claims, with the vouchers
thereof, properly proved, in the office of the
Clerk of the Circuit Court for Carroll county,
at Westminster, in said cause No. 2417 Equity,
within two months from the day of sale afore-
said. EDWARD BOLIE,
aug 81 is trustee.
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WARr1ELDsBuRG, CARROLL CoUNTY, Nd,
October 9th, 1885.
Mr.. f. II. Bankard-Dear Sir:-Yonr
ELECTRIC HEALING FLUID for cuts
bruises, collar gals, sores of every deserips
ton on man or beast, | can heartily recon-
mend it to all, as l have tried it on both man
and beast. Respectfully Yours,
JOHN d, SNYDER, Farmer.
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Freddy was asked to select kitten from
among several, the others being doomed to
drowning. A few weeks later he was call
ed to admire twin sisters. To the surprise
of his fond parents he asked, after few
minutes Of deep thought: (Which one are
you going to drown. mama2 I'd keep
that one.
How to earn $50 week, working at
home, on an investment of 81, is the gist Of
an alluring advertisement that caught
man and he received on printed slip,
"Fish for fools as l do, . in response to his
inquiry of the advertiser.
"What kind of dog is that, my little
mani" sHe's part terrier And what's
the other part~ "Oh, just dog.
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BRIcKl Brick

have got the only Brick Yard that has
clay clear of Flint or gravel in or near West
minister. l will make it my business to have
a stock of Brick on hand at all times, and be
able to furnish in large or small quantities
NV prices will be reasonable, and full count
guaranteed. Located near the Depot, West
minister, Maryland. Come and see and ex-
anime my Brick and Clay before You buy.
sep13:tf R.C. MATTHEWS.
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OHARTERED 1s4s AND 1885.

CHARTERED 1s4s AND 1886.
NEW WINDSOR COLLEGE
AND WINDSOR FEMALE COLLEGE.
DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS,
With Preparatory and With Preparatory and
for Boys. for Girls.
Fall Sessions Open September 10Th, 1885,
These Institutions have distinct and sepa.
rate courses of study and government, and
offer advantages not surpassed in the State.
For healthfulness and beauty the location is
unrivalled. The government is moral and
Christian, and is not embarrassed by Denom-
national or State control.
Scholarships are not recommended, for OBJ
vious reasons; but when insisted upon scholar
ships for three years tuition will be sold for
500, and those holding such will be charged
for board, room, washing, fuel and light only
$50 per gear.
For catalogues and the fullest information,
visit the College or address
Rev. A. NJ. JELLY, D. D., President,
July 24:3m New Windsor, Md.
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NOR SALE.-The subscriber offers for
| sale a TRACT OF LAND, formerly a
part Of sClover Hill,'' lying near Patapsco
Falls. 1t is of a very excellent quality, in
high state of cultivation. VIII sell 10, 20, so
or more acres to suit, on very reasonable
formation apply to E. N. BUCKINGHAM,
my9 Near Finksburg, Carroll CO., Md.
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T1O THE FARMERS of Carroll
and adjoining Counties.
We wish to call your attention to the justly

We wish to call your attention to the justly
celebrated
ZELL'S FERTILIZERS.
These fertilizers have been extensively used
by many of the leading farmers of Carroll and
the adjoining counties for the past six or eight
years successfully, with the most gratifying
results They not only realized the most ex-
cellent crops of grain and grass, but their
farms improved under its application. As
grass producer it has no superior. Many
farmers will attest to the above facts.
Also the Chemical Company of Canton's
Fertilizers, though not so long in use, are
making for themselves a splendid reputation.
These various brands of fertilizers all will be
in good condition for drilling, and will be sold
this season cheaper than ever before. Farm
ers will do well to examine our stock before
giving their orders or purchasing elsewhere.
A full supply of these goods will be kept on
hand during the season of 1886, at
J. Q. STITELY & SONS,
New Machinery Building, near Liberty St.,
in the rear of 7. F. Shriver & Co.'S. Canning
House, Westminster, Nd, at the Agents
Warehouse, Union Mills, Nd; at the Ware
house of Fink 4 Shorb, Littlestown, Pa, and
at tine Station House. Melrose, Md.
JOHN BURGOON,y Agent.
g. GEO nV v. SULLIVAN, Sub Agents.
II. B. BURGooN,
am also Agent for the Buckeye Glass Feed
Fertilizer Grain Drill For regular distribu-
ton of grain and fertilizers, for convenience,
for durability and for light draft, this drill
has no superior l also keep on hand repairs
for the Roland Chilled and the Oliver Chilled
Ploughs. JOHN BURGOON,
aug I4;2m Union Mills, Md.
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MORTGAGES SALE
lXl OLA
VALUABLE LITTLE FARM ,
AT TNJONTOWN.

BY virtue of the power of sale contained IN
the mortgage from Susan c. S. Warden, Rob,
.ert B. Warden ai1d VIM. III. Baust to David
Foutz dated May 9Th, 1884, and recorded
among the Real Estate Mortgage Records OF
Carroll county, in Liber F. T. S., No. q,
folio Al, &c, the undersigned, attorney
named in said mortgage. will offer at public
sale, at o'clock, p. M, on
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER II, A. D. 1856.
on the premises, situate nearly adjacent to the
main street of Uniontown, Carroll county, all
that valuable little farm there situate, con-
itaining
.Ss ACRES, 3 ROODs & 2G SQR. PERCHES
of land, more or less, improved with a good
story Brick Dwelling House,
AszmN-l with basement, good barn and
Ml.ts other outbuildings. There is
E4iti1-4E1s Ss54zG an excellent spring of water
near the house. The property is well fenced
and the soil in good producing condition, and
has on It an excellent orchard of choice fruit.
This farm is the property lately occupied by
Robert b. Warden and now occupied by VIM
Fl. Baust. This is one of the most attractive
and desirable little homes in the county.
Terms OF SALE.-Cash, but satisfactory
terms will be given to any one DESTROYS OF
purchasing the property.
CHARLES B. ROBERTS,
augl4 is Attorney for Mortgage.
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cHAs BILLINesLEA. D. D. s. g. E. BAUeHNAN. D. D. s.
DILLINGSLEA & BAUGHMAN,
DENTISTS.
Office One Door Vest of the Union National
Bank, Westminster, Md.

Will visit the following places:
Union Bridge.-1st Wednesday and Friday
following of each month.
Nec Windsor.-2d Wednesday and Friday
following of each month.
Tdgeytolpn, -Next to the last and the last
Friday in each month, remaining until Satur-
day evening,
One of the firm can always be found in the
Office. sep 2S-tf
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VXTENTz'S Sunday School, at Melrose,
w will have a celebration and picnic on
Saturday, September 18th. aug IA tt
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dissolution OF PARTNER
IL SHIP.

Notice is hereby given that the partnership
heretofore existing between the undersigned,
doing general foundry and machinist bust.
ness, in the firm name of W. II. Shower 4
Bro, was dissolved by mutual consent, Au-
gust 23rd, 1886. The books and accounts of
the late firm must be settled at once, and all
parties indebted are requested to call upon
either of the undersigned at an early day and
settle.
VIM. H. SHOWER,
JOHN A. SHOWER.
The business of the late firm at Manchester
will hereafter be conducted by VIM. Il.
Shower, and that at Westminster by John A.
Shower. RG- See advertisement in another
column. aug % 3t*
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CRIES, 3 RooDs & 20 sQR. PERCHEs
DATIFIcAT1oN NOTICE.

Il
In the Orphans Court of Carroll County.
AUGUST TERN, 1886.
Estate of David Engel, of P, deceased.
On application it is ordered this oath day
of August, 1886, that the sale of the real
estate of David Engel, of P, late of Carroll
couaty. deceased, made by David E. Stem,
Executor of the last Will and Testament OF
said deceased, and this day reported to this
Court by the said Executor, be ratified and
confirmed, unless cause be shown to the
contrary, on or before the 4th Monday, 9th
day of September next; provided a copy OF
this order be inserted for three successive
weeks in some newspaper printed and pub
aished in Carroll county, before the Sd Mon
day, 10th day of September next. The report
states the amount of sale to be four thousand,
five hundred and sixty-three dollars and thir-
ty-fve cents, ga, 563. 30.
WILLIAM FRIZELL,
WILLIAM 7. SMITH, Judges.
ELIAS MYERLY,
True eopy,3Test:
aug 2s:3t Register of Wills.
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CRANBERRY, CARROLL COUNTY, MD, /
October 10th, 1885.
Mr.. F. II. Bankard-Dedr Sir Il have
used your ELECTRIC HEALING FLUID
among my stock, and it does all you claim It
to do. i can cheerfully recommend it, and
would not be without it.
Respectfully Yours,
+. REESE, Farmer.
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dissolution NOTICE.

The Copartnership heretofore existing be-
tween ]. A. Albaugh and c. c. Newport is
this day dissolved. All debts due said firm
ara payable to G. c. Newport, who will also
pay all the inlebtness of said firm.
]. A. ALBAUGH,
C. C. NEWPORT
Woodbine, Carroll county, Nd, August
23d, 1886.
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g URvEYoR, CoNvEYANCER
- and SCRIVENER. = Having had
many years experience as Surveyor, Convey
ANGER and Scrivener, take this method of
informing the public that l am prepared to do
such work with promptness and upon reason
able terms, and respectfully solicit share
of your patronage. Office near Patapsco
Station, w. NJ. R. r.
feb. If JABEZ A. BUSH.
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Having this day purchased the interest of
J. A. Albaugh, ! will conduct the Lumber,
Coal, Lime, Fertilizers, Cement and Brick
business at the old stand. Fodder Irvine for
for sale. My stock shall be sold close.
Fertilizer $3.50. Respectfully Yours,
aug 2s:st c. G. NEWPORT.
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BANKAHD's
ELECTRIC HEALING FLUID

For Cuts, Bruises, Collar Calls and Sores
of every description on Man or Beast. APP
ply twice per day. Prepared by
r. F. II. BANKARD,
Westminster, Nd.
PRICE-5O AND 25 CENTS A BOTTLE,
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NEW FIRM.
BABYLON & GILBERT,
Successors to A. N. Stephan,
DEALERS IN GENERAL HARDWARE,
Westminster, Md.


The finest stock of Hardware ever offered
in this market, such as Hames,
TRACE CHAINS OF ALL GRADES,
Tongue, Breast, Stay, Halter,
s@ LOG AND FIFTH CHAINS, -Da
Forks, shoYels, Hoes, Rakes, Spades, SAWS
of every description, qriqdstones and Hang
ers, Vises, Anyils, Bellows and Blowers,
STEEL SHOVEL BLADES
of all sizes. To any one needing such goods
it will be to their advantage to call and see
our stock, Also HARDWARE, Iron, Steel,
Coach Goods, Wheels, Leather, Glass Oils,
Paints, &c.
CUCUMBER PUMPS,
The Celebrated Excelsior COOK STOVES,
LONDON HORSE and CATTLE FOOD,
nag READY-MIXED HOUSE PAINT,
BARB FENCE WIRE.
june26 ly
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MOT TO BE FOUND in Carroll
BETTER ASSORTMENT OF
HANDMADE FURNITURE
THAN AT
O. NJ. HITEsHEw's, UNIoNTowN, MD.

Prices as low as any Factory Goods in
Carroll. Why is it? 1 buy my material in
large quantities and from first hands, and with
several skilled workmen who know how to
make Bureau without nails, enables me to
sell my hand made work in competition with
all. Poplar suits, hand -made, $500, and
every thing else accordingly.
l manufacture my own Woven Wire Mat
tresses, 20 pounds of wire in No. l. Also
Agent for the
NEW HOME SEWING MACHINE, -
which runs the fastest and the ightest, has
the largest bobbin and the easiest to handle
Of any in the market: Company Incorporated
Is years ago.
As an Undertaken, furnish
COFFINS, CASKETS AND SHROUDS
of every description, and everything required
in the line. Special attention given to En-
balming and preserving of bodies for trans
portation. Satisfaction always given.
Respectfully,
o. NJ. HITESHEW.
Telephone Call 258-4. feb27
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u T. BABYLON. o. D. GILBERT
INTERCHANGEABLE Hardware.
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Repairing of all kinds attendedto promptly
and warranted.
A liberal share of the patronage of my
friends and the public is respectfully solicited
ap II, 1879.
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take this method of informing my friends,