The Lambertville record. [volume] (Lambertville, N.J.) 1872-1968, 1886-08-04
THE MAN ABOUT TOWN.

COOKING. 1t contains number OF valua-
BILE receipts and general remarks on diff
ferent kinds of food as mostly used by
soldiers and the methods of cooking it.
AS the season is fast approaching when
mushrooms may be gathered, it may be
we'll to give short article on the subject
of edible mushrooms as taken from the
Manual for Army Cooks " Edible
mushrooms are found in clear open sunny
fields and elevated ground where the air
is pure and fresh. They are mostly plen-
tiful in August and September, and
spring up after low-lying fogs, soaking
dews or heavy rains. They first appear
very smah and of round form on little
stalk; the upper part and stalk are then
white; they grow very fast, and, as the
size increases, the under part gradually
opens and shows fringy fur (called gills,)
of a delicate color. After the MUSHROOM
is day old this salmon color changes to
russell or dark brown. They have au
agreeable odor, the flesh compact and
brittle, and the skin is more easily pealed
from the edges than in the poisonous
kinds. The seed or spores are white and
for the most part roundish and oval. An
edible mushroom should not have only
one of the above characteristics, but
should combine them ALL
An undertaker's life is generally sup
posed to be one of sadness, but it is not
SO. There are many phases that present
bright side. We heard of one who tells
the following story, which represents the
ludicrous part: A colored lady lost her
husband, who was considered one of the
where. She sent for the funeral director,
vino Immediately responded. Upon ask
ing when she would like the funeral, she
| replied: 81 would like to keep him two
days, at least, if you think he would not
change his COLOR
On Sunday morning last, about the
| time the bells were summoning the wor-
shippers of the various churches, William
| Williamson passed quietly away, after
| battling with disease for a short time.
| Mr.. Williamson was born at Rlngoes on
the 9Th day of November, 1926, thus max
ing him 61 years of age. His earlier
years were spent on the farm of his uncle
| William Fisher. He afterwards learned
the baking business with David Skillman,
and moved to Princeton at the expiration
of his apprenticeship aud startedin bust
ness, A short time after, be came tc
this city and carried on the trade at tht
stand now occupied by S. F. Martindell
! While in business at Princeton he was mar
ried to Caroline Skillman, of this city who
with three children, survives him. He hal
been a resident of this city for the create
portion of his life and therefore identi
fled with all passing events of interest dun
ing that time. He was particularly o
cheerful disposition, and his good nature,
laugh will long be remembered by thos
who knew b i'm well. For a number c
years he was engaged in the restauran
business and as caterer, had few equals
nership with his son George, as proprit
tors of the "Union House," on Bridg
street, which through excellent manage
ment, has become very popular.
one time he was member of Comma
Council. His funeral took place th
"Wednesday afternoon, from the Presb.
terrain Church and was attended by
large number of sorrowing relatives an
! friends. Interment in Riverview Gem
terry.
The number of robberies which hav
taking place tn roughout tho county
should warn our citizens to be careful i
locking their doors properly, before rt
firing. Carelessness often invites strang
ers to partake of valuables, which unde
other circumstances, would not happen.
That there are numerous attractions i
and around our city, is proven by tn
number of persons from the large cities
who take up their summer residenc
amongst us. Nearly every hotel ant
boarding house is filled to their utmos
capacity.
1t was unfortunate for our citizens ant
those of New Hope, that the excursion o
the Now Hope Cornet Band did not NEE
with more liberal patronage, as the con
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thereby suspended. Good music on warn
evenings, does much to keep one cool, be
side the invigorating effect it has. 1t il
to be hoped that ere the season closes W,
may still have the pleasure of listening t.
the enlivening strains of this popular
band.
A few nights ago lady had occasion
to get up in the night to attend to sicl
person. She could find no matches any
where, so awaking her husband, she ask
ed him If he knew where any could bt
found. He told her to feel in his yes
pocket. She did so and took tberefron
several matches, as she supposed. After
striking them in every possible way, one
after the other, she was greatly put ou
to find she had been spending her TINT
on six-penDy nails.
Elk. Policeman Morgan, with severa
chums, went blackberrying last week
out amongst the rocks and in their travels
came across litter of pups, quite dis
lance from any habitation. Being heavi
ly laden with berries they came HON,
and left them. Tho next day, however
Amos concluded he would like to hav,
one Of these wild dogs and together will
another friend, he started for his find
During his absence one of them hat
strayed or been stolen away; the remain
ing two were brought home. Persons de
srous Of viewing this specimen of will
canine, can do SO by calling at his resi-
dence on South Main street. 1t is de
scribed as being very beautiful. Thos
who reside in the neighborhood say Their