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Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Al the closing exercises Of the colored public
school in Picawaxen, taught by Miss Jennie
Swami, there was a large number of patrons
Of the school and their friends present. \
pleasing feature Of the exercises was the con-
cert. The pupils gave evidence. by correct
rendition Of their parts, that they had been
ca'efully trained by the patient and couscien-
tious teacher. Miss Jennie by her faithful
performance of duty has endeared herself to
pupils and parents, and all express the hope
that her services can he again secured during
the next scholastic year -
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

The Big Two Harry Woodson and R.
G. Allen known throughout the country as
the Big Ministries" gave one of their iu-
imtable performances in the Court House on
Friday evening last. We have seen many
mitators Of the old plantation negro, but We
think beyond question that Harry Woodson
as the old darky going back to Dixie, beat,
them all. Alien is unercclled as "A banjo per-
former, and his rendition of the last rose OF
summer, the drum corps and brass band
beats anything ever seen or heard in this Sc,
ton OF the State. They are certaiulya ''Big2
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
We Ten You PIainlu That Simmons

Liver Regulator will rid you Of dyspt psia,
headache, constipation and billiousness. II
will break up chilis and fever and prevent
their return, and is complete antidote for
all material poison-yel entirely free from
quinne or calomel. Try it, and you will be
astonished at the good results OF the genuine
Simmons Liver Regulator, prepared by j. Il
Zeilin & Co.
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HiElIIy OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. 60,


account 81 he pe.litical proceedings Of 4
week IN Baltimore when DE Democratic elm
assembled In that city, the Baltimore ArvE
made the following complimentary aIlusid.
o Oar fOsSeI feiiow-coun,aH, now risiI.
young lawyer Of Baltimore CITY, it sags, "ll.
desire to place on record our respect for
Robert Grain. To him for Its inception. ora
nation, painstaking, hard work on committI
faithful regard for the interests Of Democrat 4
much praise is due. The Argus ackncwi,dL~
that It owes him such praise for faithful HI
charge ola mans duty in advancing the
terests of Democracy. We have never ron "A
ter Mr.. Grain. have sought no aequainta !.
with him, have indeed persevered in our ~.
al tactics Of making notorie:y for none and a
forcing ourselves upon none, yet we have come
to like the man, Robert Grain, whose GA,
iault is' lie Is a young man. Mr.. Craln,s
glory and reward has been sought to be Gins.
ed by some Who are absurdly Jealous Of a II.
ing young man who might get ahead too 81,
The Argus has no use for that class Of Demo.
Gratis, because there is room for all in our
ranks, and there is always room, plenty dit.
IN front for brainy men such as Mr.. Craia
This is the day Of young men, for which we
thank God Ourselves have suffered for YEARS
under the curse Of too much conservatism, too
much "thinkerism." Mr.. Grain will vet
forge to the front and become on. Of the for
most men in the Democracy Of this State
Bide wee" says the old Scotch proverb,
"Festina Lente," says Mayor Hewitt Of New
York. The Argus says to Robert Grain.
Keep up your courage and sdf upper lip,
the Democracy of this State needs you. Our
thanks to you.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
Shirt. Waists and Hats

for small and large boys up to IS years
old, gil one entire side Of our extensive
Boys Department. Thousands Of
Waists in Linen, French and American
Percales, fancy and plain color Flannels,
newest effects. Prices from IL cents TO
2 so. A gorgeous array of Straw
Hats. Jockeys. Tam-o'- Shanters, &c,
as we'll as novelties from Paris and Lon
don in cloth and cashmere goods
Prices Is cents to so.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Armory Co. b, 4th Battalion, I. NJ. n. G.
Port Tobacco, July 10th, 1888.
Special orders,
No. IA.
The members Of this company are hereby
ordered to report at the armory on Friday,
July 10th, 1888, At 4 o'clock P. NJ, in full
dress uniform, for drill, and to elect lst
Lieutenant in the place Of LIST Lieutenant
George " Gray, resigned. BY command.
L. A. WILMER, Captain Commanding.
e. f. DALEY, LIST Seargent.
N.B.-Nelr will be paid of for services al
Hagerstown on that day.
A. WILMER, Captain.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Robbery on the Potomac .-One Of the
buildings at Chapmau's Point, owned 10y Mr..
f. L. Gale Of Baltimore city, was broken open
On the night of juno 2ith, aud large guam
tity Of seine stolen tberefrom Tie value Of
the property stolen is estimated at between
two aud three hUudrcd dollars. Mr.. Gale,
the owner, will give liberal reward for any
information which will lead 70 the arrest Of
the gui ty parties.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
l. A. WILMER, Captain


Died.-0n Friday, July 9Th, 1893, at the
residence Of her parents, Jennie daughter of
Charles W. and Louisa Watts, aged 20 years.
Her remains were inferred in st. Thomas
Cemetery on Sunday last. Sad was the
death Of this young woman, bat we trust that
her soul is resting in peace.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
Tyne MrIter.-Mr. j. j.

Type WrIter.-Mr J. j. Darg OF Bryan
town, an efficient public school teacher Of this
county, has been employing his leisure
IN studying type writing and has perfected
himself in this useful art. He is prepared
aud competent to do any work of the kind at
low rates, with neatness, pronptness and
accuracy
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
Most Eperv Fnrmer wants to /

MOSG Every FNFmef wants TO now
how to raise large crops cheaply. Mr. ". 5.
Powell, manufacturer Of the celebrated low
ellis Fertilizers, Is Light Street, BaltiIpre,
Nd, has just had printed handsome pew
book, entitled, points about Fertilizfs,
which contains explicit directions spech lly
written by leading agriculturists on the hn ]
best adapted, its preparation, fertilization nd
marketing of wheat, corn, oats, buck " eat,
irish and sweet potatoes, melons, grsbes,
straw berries, peanuts, onions, tomatoes, to-
bacco and cabbages, with minute directions
for each month in the year. for the general
work of the farm, orchard aud garden. How
plants feed. How they get Nitrogen. Gov
TO treat the boys" aud many other things
farmers are interested in; tells all about low
to make good fertilizers al home, at atpni
twelve dollars per ton, with POWELL pretlr'
ed chemicals, and the Powell red bag ferIli-
ger, a high grade ammoniated fertilizer dbly
twenty-five dollars per ton, with map shiw'
ing where his products are used. ls9ot
mention this paper and send two CT &
cents) stamps to pay postage, he will seui ot
the book free. Seat to farmers only.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
Furnishings.

Everything to complete a gentleman's
outfit from a collar button to the richest
novelties in finest fxings from at home
and abroad. Lowest prices always
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

File Your Claims All persons having
,l.ims against the United States Government
r.r supplies furnished during the late war,
and for damage done by the army, can have
them adjusted by communicating with Q. G..
Lancaster, Esq, Attorney at Law, Washing
ton D G. Immediate attention should be
given this matter as otherwise they may be
dcbarred By the statute Of limitations.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

The best salve in the world for cuts, bruises,
sores, ulcers, salt, rheum, fever sores, letter,
chapped hands, chi.blains, corBs and all skin
eruptions, and positively cures piles, or no
pay required 1t is guaranteed to give per-
Act satisfaction, or money refunded. Price
gents per box. For sale By W. w. Padgett
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Young Men and Youths

find Suits, &c. here that have been spc-
cially made up to please the fancy and
ideas of young people The very latest
designs at very moderate prices. Suits
from 90 to % 90.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
ORDER NISI,
Mthe Circuit Court for Charles County.
No. 7o2 Equity.

Charles F. Hayden and ii vs. Eliza " Weems
and Eliza Y Weems and Adrian Poscy adj
ministrators of F. w W GEMS.
Ordered by the court this 18th day of July,
1888, that the report Of the sale of the real es-
state in the above proceedings mentioned,
made and reported by A. Posey, Trustee be
ratified and confirmed unless cause to the con-
trary be shown { n or before the first Monday
of August next; provide copy Of this or,ier
be inserted in some newspaper published in
Charles county, once a week for three ucces-
sive weeks prior to the said first Monday OF
August next.
j. SAMUEL TURNER Clerk
ct. CT. for Charles County.
True copy-Test;
J. SAMUEL TURNER, Clerk
jy l3-ct
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Write for a Catalogue and price
list, and beautifully colored cards. Men
ton this paper Our guarantee that
prices shall be lower for same quality of
material and workmanship amply pro-
tects all purchasers.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Crops are luxuriant ia this section, Z
to the splendid rains which have fallepe
perfume intervals
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
Focal mh Qnsanal.

a. m, once Of the lEDEPESpEST has been
e-,yto N. fyst eoor Of The Masonic Hall,
t '...o5,stsiy ogposRs The Episcopal ckareh.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13
A Visit to the Great Store will

convince you that there is not in all Bal
timore nor the South a stock of Mems
Fine Clothing that even begins to com
rare with ours.
The markets of the world have been
searched to provide the best" for our
customers. Business, dress, and tourists
Garments in greatest variety.
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A. PosEY, Publisher.

Terms or advertising; For plain matter
a. al pcr square IS lncs) for the FIRST inser-
-, IL cents for each subsequent insertion.
Pnlp and figure matter double the above rates.
ss,,.t.,,. rotires half rates
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Drs. A. X. Merrck and J. L. Mccormick,
of Baltimore were the guests Of MIR. VIM. NJ.
jameson of Bryantown, few days last week
The Doctors expressed themselves as highly
pleased with Charles county hospitality, and
we are pleased to add lett favorably impressed
with our county.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Rev. Father Rosensteel has just returned
from Philadelphia, where he has been on a
visit to his parents The Rev. Father has a
smile and smile now at tia prospect of Cobb
Neck oyster and fish when that new house is
uilt. hurry up Father We want you with
us
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

Buggy rides, tennis, and lawn parties, are all
the 90. Our young men seem to be vieing
with each other in efforts to make pleasant
the stay OF lady visitors to our county. II is
possihle some of the fair ones can De induced
to remain permanently.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1888-07-13

The FIRST blast of the steam thresher whisilg
heard in Picawaxeu this season, was on the Nj.
Victoria farm, now worked by order of Mr.
Rober, Grain who has kindly retired his
grandfather on an ample salary for life. The
yield was satisfactory and is on its way to
market.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-01-19

pattern can be used-such as are now used on the New York elevated roads and on the Boston and Albany and the Chicago, Bur- lington and Quincy railroads.
 Another bill providing for the printing and distribution of ballots has been introduced in the New York assembly It provides that the entire expense shall be borne by the county. It requires all the names of oandi dates for the same office to be printed on one ballot, the voter to set a mark against the name of the candidate for whom he votes. Blind persons may have the assistance of an inspector in marking their ballots, but no provision seems to be made for those who cannot read. The bill, like that of MT. Ham ilton, provides for two ballot clerks to re- ceive and distribute the ballots on election day and for 8 room to which the voter may retire and privately mark his ballots. It is understood that still another ballot bill is in preparation, one feature of which is the printing of all the names of candidates to be voted for at one time on a single ballot, the voter to erase those for whom he does not wish to vote. noi-
 The State census of Rhode Island, which has just been issued, shows that our little neighbor is still growing. The population has increased in decade from 25S, ,239 to 3o4 ,2S4, and an interesting light is thrown upon the character of the commonwealth by the statement that over two-thirds of this number, 207, IT'S, are grouped within radius of ten miles of the city of Providence. The State maintains it's plaee he most dense1y peopled in the Unit4 States, and it ranks fifth in that particular among the. countries of the world. It reports an excess of fl ,49S for the feminine population, and over 10, 900 of the 66, 600 families in the State have wo- men at the head. There are still 199 Indians in the State, most of whom constitute the Ter nant of the Narragansetts of colonial fame, and the colored population number .7,342. The foreign born population is s5, 561, nearly 4O, ,00O of these from Ireland
 The New York Sun calls attention to the fact that considerable amounts of American capital are being invested in some big African enterprises. The railroad from Delagoa Bay, the best harbor on the east coast of Africa, which is now completed for distance of ffty-four miles inland, was built by an American syndicate under con- cession from the Portuguese government. It will connect with the line to be built from Pretoria. the capital of the Transvaal. The largest trading company on the Upper Congo and the only one that has yet sent two steamers to the upper river is the Sanford company, which was organized and until re- gently was managed by Americans. Consid- erable Belgian capital, however. is invested in the company. American engineers sur veyed and are now building the road from Loanda to Ambaca, which is backed by can money is also finding it's way into quartz crushing machinery for the new gold fields of South Africa.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-01-19
PROTECTION IN ENGLAND.

The free traders of this country are not at all pleased with the attitude toward their pet theory of many intelligent Englishmen. En- gland and Engl1shmen used to be confidently cited as showing the great benefits of free trade, but since Englishmen themselves have begun to see that there is something in pro lection we do not hear ss much as we did about the glorious results of free trade in England.
 One of the signs of the times in England is two-column letter in the London Post in which Edward Sullivan strongly advocates protection. He declares that after forty years experience of free trade the condition of the English workingmen is deplorable; many in- dustries have died out or removed to other countries; in nearly every industry English labor is undersold by foreign labor, and in most industries four days is now considered a weeks work. In many counties agricultural laborers are competing for work at nine shil lings or ten shillings week. In spite of the excessive cheapness of food there are millions in the country who only taste fresh meat once week or once 8 fortnight, and milk never. The free trade prophets are boosting of the low prices which consumers have to pay, but at the same time the manufacturers are trying to make combinations to reduce production and raise prices. Mr. Sullivan says: ssThank God wheat is at 27s. per quar- ter" we cackle; but every goose amongst us knows perfectly well that the community agricultural and manufacturing-would be doing better with wheat at a permanent price of 45s. to 50s. per quarter, land in cultivation and labor in demand than with wheat at 27s 8 quarter, land going out of cultivation and labor standing idle.
 MT. Sullivan puts the doctrine of protsc- ton in a way which ought to command at tentioa in England, and may be noticed with profit in this country. He says that protec- tion means protection to labor, protection to native industry. protection to those who eat their bread in the sweat of their face; that free trade means untaxed foreign competi- tion; that foreign competition means compe- tition in cheapness; competition in cheapness means competition in cheap labor; competi- ton in cheap labor means competition in flesh and blood; and competition iu flesh and blood is slavery; that excessive competition is the greatest curse that can be imposed on a working community; that the unrestricted labor competition of the whole world is rap~ idly making the conditions of English labor impossible; that cheap clothing and cheap food are of no value if human labor is cheap CT still; that excessive cheapness is of no value to the community without employ ment; that employment means cheapness; that those who have employment can buy; that those who have not employment cannot buy; that the first and paramount duty of every government is to encourage condi- tions under which everyone can find employ ment.
 This is plain and forcible language. And common people will think it more sensible and more humane than the theory that any man or any country which cannot take care of itself in a free fight had better be wiped o,1f
Morning journal and courier., 1888-01-19
Infected Food.
From the Practitioner. 1


 Milk, an important food, is now known to be singularly favorable vehicle for the re- ception and communication of infection, and some of the circumstances under which it so acts are known to be associated with lack of cleanliness. To begin with infant life. We all know that the extent to which chil dren are deprived of the natural secretion of their mothers breasts is steadily on the in crease, and that artificial feeding is more and more resorted to. Among the poor the meth ods under which milk is stored and adminis- tered in feeding bottles have been found to contribute to that terrible mortality from in- fantile diarrhoea which we experience every summer. The milk is commonly slowed away in an unventilated cupboard construct ed in the corner of room, the air of which is heated and rendered impure by constant occupation; perhaps 1t is placed in pan- try, often ventilated, as I have seen it, by means of a window overlooking the narrow space allotted to p1ivy and ash-pit. The re- sulting uncleanly emanations are rapidly ab- sorbed by the surface of the milk, in which the growth of noxious organisms soon sets in. Such food administered to infants has again and again been cause of suffering and death.
  ties, which, with their modern appendages; it is most difficult to keep strictly clean. Deposits of stale milk occur at one place and another, decomposition sets in, and the fer nation of poisonous ptomaines, such lac- totoxine, tends to result. Some of these substances have been sufficiently powerful to cause the gravest symptoms, even in adults, who have experimented with milk in which the changes indicated have taken place.
 During recent years there have been some striking instances of serious, and even fatal poisoning, owing to the of articles Of food which had been kept in unwholesome places, such as cellars having unbroken means of communication with a drain, or being otherwise so situated as to favor the growth of low forms of organic life. One recent case was that in which seventeen out of nineteen of the guests at @ wedding party in Carlisle were seized with serious symp- toms, including vomiting, gripping, diarrhoea and pyrexia; one attack, that of the bride, terminated fatally. The cause vas traced to morbid changes in the food, which had led to the production of poisonous principles and to the development of specific organ. isms. Among the conditions tending to in- duce such changes, want of ventilation and movement of pure air, together with exces- sive dampness, may be noted.
Morning journal and courier., 1888-01-19
S0KROwFUL.

If You don't believe that this is world of trouble and sorrow, grief and misery, just sit for a while on the doorstep outside of the dentists ofice.-Somerville Journal.
 Possibly Handsome woman that Major Bold's wife; but why will she wear such loud gownsa'' Shs-ttOut of considsra- ton to the major, fancy; he is so shocking ly deaf, don't you know."-Life.
 Wife (to unhappy husband)-"I wouldn't worry, John; it doesn't do any good to bor- row trouble" Husband-tBorrow trouble? Great Cesar, my dear, ain't borrowing trouble, I've got it te lend. Epoch.
 A modest request.-St. Peter Enter. You are welcome" Dakota spirit-s'Is it far to the other placea' "You mean the bad place, presumea It is not far. Whyp eff you don't mind, I should like to go there first a little while to get warm. ."-Omaha World
 sNothing is more pernicious than the habit of contracting debts," remarked a father to his spendthrift son.
 "Don't you think expanding them is lit tie worseG" asked the 1atter.-Pittsburg Chronicle.
 "That young Simkins is very charming