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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
The Rouss March Trade Jour-
nal.


This interesting, commercial paper
will be found on our 18th page. 1t
will repay perusal, especially by
our young men already in. business,
as we'll as by those who are contem-
plating leading mercantile lives
Each paper that emanates from the
faciIe pen and active brain; Of this
merchant prince, as the. Winchester
Times remarks, shows life history
full of the dangers and. trials that be-
set the man struggling and buffeting
with the waves of adversely which
are to be found at every step in the
business world. This leader, as all
former ones of Mr.. G. B. Rouss,
shows how steadily Ire marched from
obscurfty to the topmost round OF
the mercantile ladder. The maxims
laid down by him, if closely followed,
backed by thr fft, muscle, brain and
will power, will bring the young or
old merchant ducats by the thous.
ands, where as the old antediluvian
who pours over his ledger and day
books and follows in the old credit
paths dies and passes out of exist
ence; leaving scarcely a penny to
his heirs. 1t is a certain fact, sus-
ceptible ofproof everywhere through
out the Union, that the we'll formu-
lated theories of our friend are the
ones that, if adopted by merchants
generally, would, as sure as the sun
rises and sets, put money in their
purses and leave no regrets after
goods sold on credit and large ac-
counts on the wrong side of the
ledger.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

From AN ATLANTA DRUMMER. -
1fr. Il X Hd,0hes, atlanta, Ga. e:
Dear Sir-You doubtless remember
me getting glass of you nearly
three weeks ago. I had then given
up all hopes of ever being able to
read again. The last three weeks,
however, with the use of your
glasses my eyes have been wonder
fully benefited. and L have been en-
ablcd to do Il great deal of reading,
the first had done in two years. and
moreover l have great hopes of their
entire recovery in few years. l
cannot too highly recommend your
glass to my friends. Yours, respect
fully. E. &. CALLAwAr, with Moore,
Marsh & Co.
All eyes fitted and the fit guaran-
teed by c. Frank Jones, Druggist.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
Advertised Letters.

LIST of letters remaining in the
Post Office ut CharicStown. jefferson
county, W. Va, March 81, 1888:
las. T.. Walker. Isaac Wpin~,cin,
William Rowcll, Mrs AIexine Tur-
ncr. Miss d. Brown. II. \. Moore.
The above letters, if not called for
within thirty days, will he sent to the
dead letter office. Persons calling
for them Will please say that they are
advertised
GEn. II. FLAGG, =. VI.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

The Baltimore Home Journal OF
March 2Sth has full-page likeness
of Mr.. A. S. Abel, senior proprietor
of the Sun. MIR. Abel, says the
Journal, is now in his eighty-second
year, in the enjoyment of good health.
and still takes an active interest in
the management of the great journal
with which his name has been so long
and so honorably identified.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

The high-tariff men are alarmed,
and are re-doubling their efforts to
defeat tariff reduction. A Washing
ton special to the Baltimore SIN says
that it is believed now to be assured
that number of Northwestern Re
publicans will support tariff reduc-
ton, and it is no less certain thatscv-
eral Democrats confidently counted
upon by Mr.. Randall to join his revolt
have deserted him. g.,,s.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
Various Items.

Ex-Lieutenant-G Governor William
Dorsheimer. of New York, died Sun
day night week, in Savannah, Ga.
The president and cashier of the
State National Bank of Raleigh, n.
c., have fed to Canada with s25O,0
of the funds of the bank.
Con. Moran, of Keyser, attempted
to commit suicide few days ago.
The bullet was aimed at his heart,
but missed its mark, and he probably
will recover
Atthe municipal election in Hagers-
town on Monday Lewis Delamartpr,
Rebuplican, was elected Mayor over
r. j. Hahn, Democrat, by majority
of 222. The Republicans also gained
one councilman. The town council
now stands three Democrats and two
Republicans.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

West Virginia's boom movement is
reaching out. We have on our ia
BILE letter of inquiry from a gentle
man in Vermont, with a view of loca-
ting in Jefferson county. Another
gentleman Of the Wheeling Conven-
ton delegates received a similar let
Ter a few days ago. These straws
indicate that our industrial develop
ment movement promises something.
and as it is said 1.-THE gods help
those who help themselves, let US
not sit idly by, and Micawber like,
wait for something to turn up. At
tend the county meeting in Charles
town next Friday, and show by your
presence and active efforts that you
mean TO do your part, at least, to-
wards developing and enriching the
county and State in which you reside
and within whose domain you expect
to make your living, and if possible
a little something more.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
MARRIED.

At the Methodist parsonage in this place,
March 18th. 1888. bv Rev. w. G. EgglrstOn.
Mr.. WILLIAM FURR to Miss LYDIA BARR
both of Clarke county. Va.
At. the residence of the brides father. in
Martinsbur.y. March 2Sth. 1888. Mr.. HENRY
T. GAVER to Miss ANNIE L. MATTHEWS.
At the residence of the brides mother. in
Martins burg. bv Rev 4. c. Holland. March
21si, 1SSS. Mr.. LLOYD WALKER to Miss LIZ
ZIE KASTLE.
At the residence of the brides futher. March
Dist. 1855. Mr. DENNIS r. GLADDEN. to Miss
HOLLY \. WEIDMAN.
At the residence OF the brides father. March
22nd $50. Mr.. SAMUEL a. SHRIVERto Miss
ROSA MCMILLAN.
March Sth 1855. ut the residence of the Off
ciatin@ minister in Winchester i,y Rev. j. II
Wolff. Mr. LEWIS +. HINTON. of Jefferson
county. W. Va. to Miss LILLE SWARTZ, OF
Frederick county. Va.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
order Of Publication.

The State of West Virginia. Jefferson Conn
tv. to-wit: At Rnlrs held in The Clerks Office
of the Circuit Court of Jefferson County:
SARAH CARTER, Plaintiff,
Against
CHARLES CARTER. Defendant
IN CHANCERY.
H1HE object of this suit is to obtain divorce
/ from the bonds of mntrimony.
1t appearing. on affidavit filed in this suit.
that the Defendant Charles Carter is nom
resident of the State of West Virginia. he is
hereby required to appear within One Month
after the due publication of this order. and dc
what is necessary to protect his interest in this
matter. /. w. i:AIiMEk.
Clerk of the Circuit Court.
Forrest W. Brown. p. q.
April 3. iSsS-it. Esprit Fee. "a COL
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
DIED..

At the residence of her br"th"r-in-aw. Mr.
Clinton Garrett. near Charlestnwm. on Sunday
morning. April LIST. 1888. Miss VIRGINIA
COWLET. eldest daughter OF the late Mr. JnU
T. COwlcy. Of this place
Near ChnrIestown. March 18th. 1855. Mrs
JANE T. MArlIENA. aged II years. 9moutiIs
and II days. Sh" had been consistent mem
Der of the NJ. L. Church South for thirty-nine
,ss.+aTN.
3 March 18th. 1888. at Healing SPRINGS Louisa
COUNTY. Va Mrs. GEO Il LINDSAY. daugh-
ter Of Levin Y. Windcr. and sister of Mrs. G..
Campbell and Miss NeIia Winder. of SteIh-
cmson Seminary.
IN Charlestown. Mnrch 2Sth. 1893. LUCIA.
infant daughter of August and \. Elizabeth
Schultz, aged 10 months.
In Mnrtinsburg. February 2S;h. 1855. Mrs.
HARRIET PCLPERS. aged 81 years.
At M:ln"s. Virginia February 2Sth. 1855.
ISAAC HENKI.E. in the 10Th year of his agr
I'll native nf this county.
At UninnNile this county. March 81. 1855
LEO REYNnlD Us. infant son of y. 5 j and
Emma y. Stridrr aged 10 months aud day..
At his home mar Brn-riown. Errdcrirk
county. Virginia. February 9Oth. 1888. Mr..
ARCHIBALD MCCAERELL. in the STih year
of his age.
mOnia. FRANCES CIIAPLISE PHILLIPS.
aged one wear. three months and three days
Youngest daughter of PnyInastrr and Mrs. J:
:. Phillips. U; :. N. and granddaughter of
IlOu. W 4 IiIlIpS. vi hdbbSuSs
OBITUARY.
Ambrose Cross, an aged and respected citizen
of Harprr's Ferry. died ut his residence ON
Camp Hill. on "Wednesday at I:5O \. NJ. Mr..
Cross born in jefferson county. in May
1901, and was therefore nearly ci3hty-four
years of age.
For many wears. his has been one Of the most
familiar figures. in IIarpers Ferry. MIR Gross
was II man of intense convictions. When he
had taken his stand there WAS vacillntnr.
Mr.. Cross had lived in Harpers Ferry for
more than siXry-fOlIr, years. was for long time
connected with the~Srmory. When the war
broke ont Ih followed The old flag. and made
arms for the Government in Philadelphia,
Springfield and other places
The immediate cause of his death seemed to
be an affection of the heart. from which he
suffered severely for few days before his
death.
The daughters, Miss Alvernon. Miss Mary
and Mrs. T. \. Kirwan. who have been so
faithful and attentive to his wants for many
years. have the sympathy of the community.
Mr. and Mrs. Keller. of SnetbpOrt. Pa. were
summoned by telegraph. and arrived Mt Hnr-
prr's Ferry in time for the burial.
Ono son. Mr.. Seldom Cross. of Binghampton.
n. Y. also present. Funeral services
were conducted hy Rev. Mr.. Dyott ut the VI:
p. Church. assisted 10y Revs. Issues AID
Schrrcr. or Thursday at2 P. MI F. Sen.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

Under c. X. Lords efficient adj
mInistration of the passenger depart
ment of the Baltimore & Ohio railroad,
the passenger earnings of all lines
have grown from 81, 99s, 1896, in 1886,
10 S4,s7s, 575, in 1887.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

Don't stand back and croak, but
como out next Friday and join your
fellow-citizens in an earnest. honest
endeavor to advance the material in
terests of your county and State.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
The B. and 0. All Right.

from the Baltimore SUM-
1t will be gratifying to the friends
of the b. & o. to learn that an adj
justment of all outstanding questions
between the company and the Drexel
& Morgan syndicate, under the rcla-
tons formed with the former in the
month of August. 1887, has heen
reached, the syndicate having pur-
chased the remaining S2.500.O0O of
consolidated mortgage five per cent
bonds. making a total in all of ST.
800, 900, upon terms more advan-
tageous than were obtained in the
case of the prior purchase. The all
iustment has been satisfactory to both
parties, and leaves the relations be-
tween the bankers composing the syn
dictate and the company in an AMIGA
BILE and agreeable position, which, of
course, is beneficial 10 the company.
The future relations to the company
of these eminent moneyed men are
simply those of large and friendly
bankers. and the assurance is posi-
lively given that the property. of the
Baltimore and Ohin- Company oe+s!
-
pies72ttre same independent position
as it has always done. and remaitts
free of outside control or influence,
and the integrity of its system and
it's traffic relations in all directions
are as free and independent as ever.
The company. by the sale of the re-
naming S.. POO. 900 of bonds. obtains
all the funds needed for the present,
and it is. therefore, not only sound
financially, hut in a thoroughly indie
pendent condition. The company is
doing 4 large business. and is devOt-
ing itself to the steady improvement
of its property and equipment. and
to an expansion of its traffic in all di-
rections, and especially to its local
business and industries.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

There are doubtless many other
brands of alum baking powder beside
those so far examined and named by
the authorities. Most of the baking
powders sold in hulk, by weight, and
all sold with gift or present, are
said to he Of this description.
Prof. Wiley, Chemist in Chief of
the Department of Agriculture at
Washington, d. c.. says: 1.-The use
of alum in baking powders in large
quantity, in place of other acid salts,
should be prohibited by law
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

Mississippi follows West Virginia
in the boom movement, and an i'm
migration convention has been called
by Gov. Lowrie.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

Capt. T. A. Bradford, a prominent
Democratic leader of Barbour coun-
ty, has been stricken with paralysis,
and there is but little hope of his re-
coyery.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

The treaty recently concluded with
the Chinese minister, and now await
ing the action of the Senate, prohibits
absolutely the immigration to this
country of Chinese laborers for a pc
riod of twenty years, with privilege
Of renewal, but permits those now
living in this country to visit China
and return to the United States under
certain restrictions. 1t also makes
an exception in favor Of Chinese mer-
chants, students, ETC., who may visit
and reside in this country. Provision
is made for idemnity to Chinese suf-
ferers from mob violence in the West.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

We are sorry the Winchester Times
did not put in an appearance last
week. Hope ''local option" has not
seriously affected our brethren up
there.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
Executive Committee Meeting

A meeting of the Democratic Executive
Committee of Jefferson County will be held at
the Courthouse in Charlestown. on Friday.
April 9Th, 1888, at II o'clock 4. NJ. full at
tendance desired. JOHN T. COLSTON,
Chairman.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
A List of Those Most Promi.
nently Sold.

The following are the names of
some of the baking powders published
by the public authorities as being
made from alum:
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
INEw ADVERTISEMENTS.
For ~ ayor.

MIR. EDlTOR:-Plcasc nrrornce for the
w office of Mayor of Chariesfuwn our es-
termed townsman Mr.. GUSTAV BROWN
He is II philosophical citizen. las served the
town i'll lis Council fer several terms. has been
Chairman of the Street Committee. aud will
uakn an Cf1cicu5 Mayor
Auril g. 1885. MANY VOTERS.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

Barnum's big show will exhibit in
Hagerstown on May 9Th.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
State Development.

By request of the delegates from this county.
who attended the late State Convention at
Wheeling. the citizens of jefferson county are
requested to meet ut the Courthouse in
Churlestown. on Friday. the 9th day of April.
1888. at II o'clock A. NJ. for the purpose of
forming n County Association. auxiliary to the
West Virginia immigration and Development
Association.
1t is earnestly hoped that the great impor-
lance of the subject will secure large at
tendance.
County papers please cOpyl
Culpeper, Virginia, is to have a
steam fire engine.
FOR LOW PRICES OF LUMBER
u see advertisement of
Messrs. WILLET e. LIBBEY.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
Lost !!

TNR. o. vanvactes's stable. a POCKET
/ BOOK coutaimtB$.n money and checks
the amount of sII5 90. a liberal reward will
he paid and no questions asked. iflcft at James
Watson's, Charlestown, w: Va:
w. H YOUNG.
With 4. C. MccardeIl, Frederick, Nd
Anril 8. 1SSS-St.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
COAL COAL /! COAL +!

T HAVE for sale 900 Tons free burning White
/ Ash Chestnut Coal. ut SO 90 per ton Of 600
ms: 100 Tons Stove Cool. $3.50 per ton of
2OOO lbs: 300 Tons finest quality Georges
Creek Soft Coal. at 50 80 per ton of 2.OCO his;
and so Tons Fine Coal. suitable for Steam and
Blacksmtthing purposes. The above prices are
for delivery from yard
Dec. g. 1887. Harper's Ferry. w. Va
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

100 dozen Fine t:ambrfe Corset Covrrs. IN
high low and V-shaped necks. nicely trimrned,.
ONLY CSC EACH.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

Having opened their Spring Stock and arss
prepared to III all orders through the mail for
st'.rs-- = =-...*
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
DRY GOODS & FANCY GOODS
OF EVERY DESCRIPTION. :.
LADIES HOSIERY.

100 dog. Ladies' Fast Black" Cotton Hose,
warranted not TO stain the feet or grow rusty,
and improves with washing, only 20 and Sse.
per pair.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
KID GLOVES.

100 dog. Ladies' button Real Kid Gloves, In
Tans. Browns and Grays, worth 81, only ose-
per pair. -
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

100 dozen Fine Muslin Cbemire. two styles.
corded hand and hamburg trimmed. Anrires.
Only 3T1fc. each. -
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
UNDERWEAR.

100 dozen Fine Muslin Skirts. wide cambria
rufiIc tmcks in and above the Fnfile.
ONLY 5Jc. EACH.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03

Beautiful colorings. original ,tyie,. Only
SSc. per yard.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
SPRING DRESS GOODS.

$50 pieces Dress Ginghams. in . large variety
of plaids. checks and stripes, in good unshablo
colors; also plain shades. Only IKE. Per
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-04-03
NJ A IL
ORDER DEPARTMENT.

We have n thoroughly organized mail order;
department. and Gil all orders the day received
We Pubiisb n catalogue Of stock each season,
and mail It free upon request Out of town .
residents should send us \ trial order and be
convinced of the many advantages 20 be
gained. such rs newest goods, latest styles.
lowest prices, DC.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-04-14
The mission of the I. &v.

In commenting on the future of the Indiarap-
oils g. Vincennes road, Pennsylvania official
remarked, last evening, that this road has never
yet fulfilled its mission The scheme or Tom
Scott was to make the /. g. v. great line TO the
southwest. Colonel Scott was interested in the
Cairo 81 Vincennes. and the Iron Mountain and
the Texas Pacific roads, and his intention to
consolidate these four roads and make them the
great oUthwestern feeder of the Pennsylvania
lines, and had he lived five years longer his
scheme would have been carried out to the let
ter. The official said that he believed that the
time would yet come that his idea of making the
]. g v. part of q great Southwestern system
would be perfected.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-04-14
AFFAIRS OF THE RAILWAYS.
The Burisngton's Report for 1887.


BosToE. April I3.-The annual report TO the
Quincy railroad was issued TO day. Gross earn
sngs. ST. 576, 078, an increase Of s847,670; ex-
pensss, intending taxes, $40, 097 913. increase
of 81 606.230; net earnings, 11.47S.1 leo. de-
crease Of $50 as compared with the year
1856. The passen ger traffic increased by o50,l0
persons and 1896, sos. and the freight traf1c IN
creased By 1.2I7,617 tons and decreased in earn
fngs by $500, $50 OF the income Sl66fo.600, or
81 per cent was from freight The net earnings
from operating were slI,478 l6o the liked
charges 80, 2S6. 084. the dividends %ollsOoA, ana
ceipts of the Burlington & Missouri railroad in
Nebraska land department were 1867. 063. The
funded debt is S9I. 266, 707. an increase for the
year of slf. 727.000. The company owns and
miles for the year. The total construction ex-
penses for the year were 3l3, 756. TAT, and for
equipment 81, 3T4, 1885, making total for both
OF SIS. I31. 542
The company at the close OF the year owned
63S engines, 332 passenger and combination cars.
form and coal cars, and 3 large amount of other
rolliDR-stock. During the year large amount
Of track was relaid in steel, and at the close OF
the year the company had 1,6S44 miles OF steel
rails east of the Missouri river aE1 2097 miles
ION all lines west Of that stream.
The properties controlled by the company
whose operations are not embraced in the re-
port show an increase in net surplus for the year
of about $3.50 000 the surplus being about ST..
k620 600 in 1857. against about $3.50 900 in 1886.
after paying their own operating expenses aud
interest on their outstanding liabilities not
owned by the Chicago, Burlington q Quincy
Railroad Company. From this surplus this
company received during the year in dividends
The balance sheet shows actual cash in the
$reasurY of g. I37, Isl.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-04-14

Shippers of oranges from the Pacific coast,
commencing with the 18th OF this month. pay
q. ID when they are shipped By passenger trains,
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-04-14


and 81 Is when shipped on freight trains The
fast-freight trains bring them through in about
twelve days
Railroad men are feeling better that the lows
Legislators has adjourned without passing sew
fixing the maximum rate on railway charges.
The Norfolk & Western people contemplate
extending their road from point its Clinch
Valley extension 100 miles. Ironton, o.,
where it will connect with the 5eiota Valley
road.
The Winona & Southwestern has placed S.
900 OF its new bonds and will at COM
mence the extension of its line, which will make
it the shortest route between Omaha and the
lakes
Officials of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe
insIst that their policy opening the Chicago
division viii be to act in harmony with the
present roads in maintaining rates. running
time. etc.
The Southern Pacific people have about de-
termiDed TO build branch Of Their road to San
Diego. Presidents Huntington. who is now in
California will decide definitely IN the matter
within few days.
Managers of Texas roads anticipating
big years business. SO promising are the crops.
For six years they have not had a full yield. and
now for the fret time the ground is thoroughly
drenched with rains, and they are looking for
large yields OF cotton and grain.
Under President Corbins plan of recognizing
the Philadelphia g. Reading there is yet $26 $780,
000 to be provided to take MP the general mort
gage bonds aud the interest foy four years.
President Corbin is going abroad TO see what
can be done to raise the money.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-04-14

A few days ago IL stated in the Journal
that the acneme of securing line into Indian
apolis had never been abandoned by the Mackey
syndicate and that before eighteen months had
passed the Evansville & Terre Haute would
have an independents line into Indianapolis. It
was also stated that the enterprise kno as the
Indianapolis & Southwestern, which proposed
to build from Sullivan to indianapolis. was
backed by the friends of the Mackey road. Time
is demonstrating that this correct. The
line is now being surveyed After leaving this
city. for twelve mies the road will parallels the
Indianapolis 81 ST. Louis road. The line then
bears TO tho southwest, through the southern
part of Putnam and Clay counties. to Sullivan.
There is good authority for stating that Eastern
friends of MAckey have signifed a willingness to
furnish the money necessary to build the road.
The line, so far as surveyed. il said be quite
direct. and if built as projected the grades will
be light and sharp curves few.