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Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17
Dcllnauents Take Notice.

On the first day of the November
Term, 1855, of the court of the county
of Accomack, at the court house door
thereof, l shall offer for public sale al
the real estate belonging to delinquent
tax payers, for tho years 1856 and 1887
description of which real estate can
be seen in the County Court Clerks Of
flee. JOHN J. BLACKSToN
County Treasurer.
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e. A. MERRILL.
Tax Notice.


Notice is hereby given that the State
tax and county levy for the year 1888
are now due. and that in pursuance of
law, the treasurer OF his deputy will be
at the following named places at the
times herein specified and remain three
days at each place for the purpose OF col,
siecting said taxes and levies:
Appointments Of John J. Blackstone
treasurer
Keller Station. September 27th.
Pungoteague, September 2sth and 29th.
Onancock, October 4th, 9Th and 9Th.
Wachapreague City, October 18th, 18th
and Goth.
Accomack c. H., October Goth, soth
and 31st.
louisville, November End.
Belle Haven, November 9th.
Tangier Island Novenibe 18th and 18th
Appointments of John E. Wise, dep
uty treasurer
Woodberry, Sept. 18th, 18th and 18th.
Guilfold, September 19th, 10th and 2lst.
Mappsville, October 4th. 5th and 9Th.
Marsh Market, Oct. 10th, 18th and 18th.
Temperanceville, October 25th, 26th
and 9th.
New Churth, Nov. 9Th, 7th and 9Th.
Chincoteague Island, November 18th,
18th and 14th.
Those who have not paid their 1887
taxes and levies are hereby informed
that unless the same is paid by the 18th
Of November, next, their property will
he levied on and sold to pay tile same.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17
BUSINESS NOTICES

NoTrcE-The creditors of Us. Noting
nam, deceased, are hereby requested
TO lake notice and report to the com
nissiuners or to the undersigned bj
NoY. goth, all claims against the estate
Of said decpdent. And nil persons in
lebted to the estate of of the said j. IS
Nottingham are hereby earnestly re.
lucsted 10 settle the same without delay
and further notice. Zorro Willis, ]. A
Smith, admrs.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

The dwelling attached to the store
house, formerly belonging to Mr.. G. 3.
lilIiston, Accomac q. H., having been
rented out, the storehouse is for rent
on liberal terms. For further particu-
lars apply either to E. I. Parks, Lee
mont, or editor of ENTERPRISE.
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Try Titlow $ city taa,y.
GrecnbnckvlIle.

Rev. Avery Donovan, the railroad
sgent at Franklin City continues i'll at
residence of his sister in Georgetown.
Del.
The Democrats have not been jubi-
liant here since election, hut having an
abiding faith in the cause for which
they fought, believe that truth Demo
cratic) though crushed to earth will
rise again and find bright side to look
at in the midst Of our disasters.
The oysters in Chincoteague bay, Is
pecially those PLANTED on the westward
side.are in a poor condition for market.
and besides they have died out very
badly and cannot make a good yield, II
those left should get fat in time for
shipment this season.
Greenbackyille precinct gave larger
Democratic majority than we could
reasonably hope for, but we failed to
retain our prestige as the banner pre-
cinct of the county. That honor be
longs doubtless to SaXes Island, and we
doff our hats to its voters with pleasure.
The education of the Republicans OF
this section evidently his been sadly
neglected. They are ignorant as to
name of their vice-President elect. a
Republican flag floating over Franklin
City hotel 10 commemorate their vic
( tory has Inscribed upon it Harrison and
.sMatin." Toar corrtspohdenttfnught
It was Morton but "sicll is fame.n
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17
Nursery Stock.

70 close out the tree business l
offer the following stock at prices
lower than ever before offered on
the Peninsula:
1000 Bartlett Pears, 5000 large
size Apple good varieties, $4,000
Peach trees the best varieties. also
several hundred one gear old Plum.
Wilson's Early Blackberry,
Brandywine, Cuthbert, and Hanscl
Raspberries.
Headquarters for the famous
Bnback's No. s Strawberry, and
all the new and old kinds.
Write the list of what you want
and get my prices.
CALEB BOGGs,
Cheswold, Del.
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AIR. ". a. Burton, clerk of Lee dis
trict school board authorizes the follow
ing: The regular monthly meeting OF
the School Board for Lee district will
be held at Onancock, November S0th, Z
y. n., at which time and place al
claims against the district must be pre-
scented for settlement. Hereafter nc
warrants will be issued upon che treas.
urer except at q regular or called meet
ing of the Board.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Sir. Edgar M.Willis, formerly Of Ac-
comac, has been engaged as salesman of
Messrs. NJ. l.. Straus s. Sons, manufac
turers of furniture, Baltimore. Nd. The
firm is first class and will sell on most
liberal terms. We cordially commend
Mr. Willis to the favor Of our people.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

The Cortland road cart is still Toy
sale by Messrs. J. D. Belotc & Son, Say
agevlllc. Va. Buy Of them aid broken
shafts will be replaced free of charge ey-
cept freight, which Shows the impor-
lance OF purchasing Of them. Shafts
and other fixtures furnished TO all other
parties at regular rates.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

The Board of Supervisors met OH the
18TH lust. Tie day was wholly con-
sumed in settling with the county treas
,lrer for tile year 1887, and with the SUI
pcrintendent of the poor for the same
year. The Board will meet again next
Monday. 18th inst, to examine and pass
upon the accounts, &c, before it against
the county, aid to attend to other mat
tiers submitted for lis determination in
reference to certain newpublic roads.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Mrs Laura Y. Kent, an estimable
ladv, wife of Mr.. T. [. Kent, a promi-
nent merchant IF Parksleyestation died
of a complication of diseases, at Fruit
land, Nd, her former home, on Tues
day, 18th inst. aged about so years.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Capt. John Spence, the oldest inhab-
liant of Accomac, died at his home or
Sykes Island. on Saturday, 10th inst.
His exact age was not known, but he
was doubtless over : hundred years old.
In a conversation with him some
months ago he informed US that his age
WAS l12 years.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

The ladies os the Drummondtown
Lodge of Good Tcmplars will give q
.NIartha Washington Tea Party" on
the evening of November 22nd. a good
sumner will be served for thirty-tive
cents. The proceeds for the benefit Of
the lodge.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Especial attention is invited to the
card of Jos. c. Wescott, Coal Kiln.
which appears in this issue. lie is
selling ciT his entire stock of goods
at and below cost. Call on him at once
il you want cheap goods.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Mr.. Samuel 3. Slocomb, by virtue OF
a decree Of Accomac circuit court, rem
dered October 18th, 1855, will sell to
the highest bidder. at Greenbackville.
on Saturday, December 18th. 1855. at 5
O'Clock pm, the Methodist Protestant
Parsonage, situated at Greenbackville.
Terms, one third cash, balance in 6 and
IS months, respectively.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Large shipments OF oysters ara salts
factory returns are reported from Mes
soreo and Pocomoke this year. Last
season the bivalves in those waters we're
too poor to bear the fatigue of a journey
NY 1..iil
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

A postoflice known as Hopeton, with
Mr.. Gillct Mason rs postmaster, has
been established on the line of the New
York Philadelphia and Norfolk r. r.,
at point between Parksley and blox
on stations.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

We offer nice seal plush wrap at SIS
Which we consider special bargain.
Finer quality in proportion. Will send
on appreciation if desired. WIS. Dick
iNson s. Son, Pocomoke City, Md.
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Bulldlck & T,ylor have restocked
Aeir store this week with 4 fine variety
& II Ice edibles, aud arc seilng them dirt
cheap. Can early and price their pruncs.
dates, preserves and jellies.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Mail remaining unclaimed in the
postoflice at Accomac c. H., Vas
Benjamin icy, Abel Clowsen, Fan.
ME Crowsen, Mrs. Ann Fosque, Mis-:
Sary Johnson, Kate Kellam, Mrs. r. B
Lewis. w. T. Lewis, Miss Eva Phillips
Miss 1.idia Prescott, Bette Savage
Mrs jimmie Smith.
wM. p. BELL, Pm.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Mr.. Geo. c. Watson will sellat public
auction. at Accomac G.. H., next court
day. thoroughbred Alderney cow D
xearS I'D.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Sykes Island, in the late election was
The banner Democratic precinct in the
county. perhaps III the State. 1t gave
IS votes. all Democratic.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Just received Il large lot of choice
lour-anda full line of general mer-
chandjse, 10 he sold at bottom prices for
cash or produce. Z. Ii. Davis, Davis
Whalf.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Mrs. Ella Nnode, of llagerstown'
Nd IS now ona visit to her sister,
Mrs. II. Oldham, ,lr.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Accomac cast $40 more Democratic
votcsat the late election tfan ever ''
fore in her history.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

When YOU visit Baltimore stop at the
Maltby House, where will be FOUND
Grst-class accommodations and exceed
ingly low rates.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

4 tidal wave of fresh bargains IN D
10 and rs cent goods, toys, not'ohS' "c''
at Titlow's, Onancock.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

No more tough or sour buckwheat
cakes if you use Titlow's self raising
bucAwheat, for sale by D. J. Titlow &
10 lnaucOolS
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Fon RENT-For the year 1889, the
louse and lot on lIehry's Point. For
germs apply to the unttrsisn I'd. JOHN
4. Kellam, Locustville.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

WANTED-A young man as overseer
for lSS9-married man prcferred-good
wages to right party. John j. Gunter,
Accomac g. H.
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r A cross-marK on your paper, before
q vour name. ,uadc with pen and ink.
e. indicates tnat your subscription mas
"a expired. or is due, anu you are re-
a spectfully solicited to remit OF re-.
Gay new.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

FoH Shutdown mare years old
Dy Nightshade sister 10 Twilight, good
driver. can trot IL mile III 81 minutes;
Morrill, colt years old, Isl hands, can
trot mile in 81 minutes; Kentucky
mule years old blocky. good one,
price low. Apply to T. Z. kellam, Lo-
custyille.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

WANTED.-At Davis Wharf first
class blacksmith who will do lirst-class
work. Z. II. Davis.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17
HANCOCK ACADEMY
~
"A First-cIass High School for Boys
and Girls.
TWELFTH SESSION BEGINS TUES.
DAY, SEPT. 18TH, AND Con-
TINUES NINE MONTHS.

Frank p. Brent, university OF
Va.), Principal
Claudlus N. Wyant, university
of Va.), Associate.
Mrs. Frank P. Brent, Centenary
Female College), in charge of Mu-
sic Department.
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E.CCAE NEWSs

Mrs. Ann Phillips is now critically Il
of her home near Accomac {. Il.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

. For StLE-Ssasoned weather board
fig and flooring. cheap for cash. Ma
i0r Mason, Bluxoni station.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Look out for Tltlow's holiday an
next week.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

NoTIcE-All persons are hereby pro.
hibited from cunning or otherwise tres
passing on the premises OIL which l now
reside. VIM. 7. Bradford
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

sic Department.
Thorough and comprehensive
course of instruction embracing
the English Language aud Litera
ture, Latin, Greek, French, Ger
man, Mathe matics, Book Keeping,
Natural Science, Music aud Voice
Culture. "
During last session, students
prepared at this Academy attend :
ed HolIlns Institute, Richmond and
Randolph. Macon Colleges, the Uni.
versity of Virginia, and Johns
Hopkins University, standing
among the foremost in scholarship
and studious habits, and carrying
off some OF the highest honors from
these institutions.
The Music Department is again
| in charge Of Mrs. Frank 2 Brent,
a teacher OF large and successful
experience, having taught music
two successful sessions in Ala.
bama Female College, and three liz
this Academy.
Special Department for primary
pupils.
Tuition forscssion ofnire months
lower English branches $50; higher
English go; Latin, Greek, French,
German, Mathematics, 0okKeep.
ing, Natural Science, $40 each
when taken in connection with
English studies; Music on piano
or organ S4U; Vocal Music $50, or
when taken in connection with
piano or organ $50; Incidental ex-
lenses 50. But all tuition fees ex-
cept for music shall not exceed 500
per session. The session IS divided
into two terms ofequal length, and
the above fees are distributed
equally between them.
Non resident pupils can board
under the immediate supervision
of the instructors Of the school or
in private families Of the town at
from sl2 to sl5 per month, with
proper deduction where pupils
spend Saturdays and Sundays at
home.
For catalogue containing full
particulars, apply to
FRANK P. BRENT,
Onancock, Va.
rMr. Claudins N. Wyant, who
succeeds MIR. Marshall as associate
principal, is a graduate of the Uni
versity OF Virginia in the schools
Of Latin, French, German, Mathe.
matics, Chemistry, Physics and
Moral Philosophy, and has had
-four years Of successful experience
lin teaching. He is highly recon-
mended by the professor of the
University as q thorough, popular
and successful teacher.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

FoE RENT-For the year 1889, the
farm where l reside. Mrs. E. +. G..
Garrett, Accumac &. II.
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NoTICE-All persons are hereby fore
warned from cunning or otherwise
tlespassing or my premises. either ara
BILE or woodland, Under full penalty of
law. Bagwell Bull.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

MONEY TO LoAN-I have 81 900 to
loan on deed of trust or other good Sc
curity, apply at ENTERPRISE office. X
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"A thing Of beauty is a joy forever"
We are increasing our stock as fast as
Cur trade demands, and now have OIL
hand fine assortment OF
Watches. Clocks and JeVelry.

Beautiful and Elegant are our Gold
and Silver Watches for ladies, gen
tlemen and boys.
.Alarge variety of steel. nickle, white
metal, silk (g0ld-mounted), bamboo, gilt,
electro-plate, best roll plate, and solid
gold and silver chains. Ladies lace pins
and ear drops of all kinds and prices
Engagement and wedding rings. La
dies and gents sleeve buttons Gents
scarf pins Of best plate aud solid guld.-
Lodge pins masonic, Odd Fellows, Roy
al Arcanum, Knights of Honor, Hep
tasophs, Sc. jim solid gold. Collar but
tons, studs, etc. A large assortment Of
spectacles and eye glasses. We sell
clocks for less money than tile dealers in
general merchandise pay for them in
Baltimore; in fact, we guarantee our
prices to compare favorably with those
of Baltimore We can explain why it is
fact. gu are solicited to call and as
sure yourself.
JOHN W. DUNCAN,
PRACTICAL
MATCHMAKER AND JEWELLER
Main Street, Onancock. Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

For SALE-Farm and dwelling at
Horntown. Va. Fam contains 35 acres
more or less-large roomy house, good
location, splendid yard etc. For further
information apply to J. Douglass Wal
lon, Salisbury, Md.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

NoTIcE.-Liberty, Jr., will make the
fall seas m from Onancock to Horntown
1t SIS, $40 and SIS. II. I. Mason, Biloxi
oms station.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

NoTrcE-- persons indebted to me
on store account are hereby respectfully
requested to pay the same without de-
lay. JAS. P. DAughertY
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

NorrcE.-All persons indebted to
The estates of Edward T. Downing and
Thomas l.. Trower, deceased, are here
by earnestly requested to settle the
same without further notice. Admins
,srator.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

For SALE.-The sloop Helen, 10 ton
register, all fixed up for dredging and in
good order. Sails good. Apply to E.
r. Bundick. Molestown, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

NoTIcE--I offer for sale at private
contract 10 acres Of wood land, one mile
from Horntown, on the road to Stock
ton, Nd. It is all high land and has ma
tural drainage, with an abundance OF
woods mold. and 80 acres of it could he
easily put into cultivation. 500 cords Of
wood can be cut from same. Terms-one
half cash--the balance on time to suit
purchaser. Abel n. Lake, Franklin City,
YIN
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

For SALE-A second hand pool table
in good condition, cheap. w. Z. West,
OnancOck
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

An infant son IL Parker Jester died
last Week.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

LosT-By a lady ON Tuesday last, be-
tween Onancock and Drummondtown,
along red pocket book, containing two
keys and small amount of money. The
finder will be literally rewarded by re-
turning same to ENTERPRISE Office.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

EoTIcE The editors of .Jno. WI
Ke7klm. deceased. are hereby requested
eGtsske notice and report to the COM
missioner by Sept. 18th All claims
against e5t ate of said deeedent. Z. J.
I1yslop, administrator.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Misunderstanding and local sales
men for Agricultural and Machinery
Specialties to sell TO the trade. State
age, references, amount expected for
salary and expenses. Address, Massey
& Co., Montezuma, Ga.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Hoe CnoLERA-SURE CURE-Now
Chat cholera is raging on the Shore give
Granger Horse and Hog Powders freely
in Stops or water twice day-give half
bottle British Oil in connection with
Powders. use carboIic acid freely as a
dislnfcctant. Granger Powders CAN be
had of every merchant on the Shore.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

NoTIcE-To be sold under cost. a
most desirable family residence recent
w built, painted and decorated for the
undersigned, and situated at Maps
vile. Va. containing front hall 7x21.
side hall lin which are the stairs) l6x6,
Two reception rooms, seven bed rooms,
large kitchen, cupboards, pantry, &C..
front and back porch. two stall stable.
coach house, &c. Tie whole standing
in it's own grounds OF about one acre.
newly fenced with oak. CAPITAL open
ing for boarding house. W. N. Peacock.
Yate, Mappsville.
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NoT1cE-All persons are hereby fore.
warned from cunning or otherwise tres
passing OH the premi Uses where now re-
side or on premises occupied y Thorn
as Coxton, under full penalty It law.
w. Ii. COXtOn.
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WANTED-A dwelling in Drummoni-
town for another year, suitable for a
small family. Address \, ENTERPRISE
Office.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

FoRSALE.-A No. work mule, good
size, fine driver. Qneen Hive Mill 70.
Atlantic, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

Thorough and comprehensive
course of instruction embracing
the English Language aud Litera
ture, Latin, Greek, French, Ger
man, Mathe matics, Book Keeping,
Natural Science, Music aud Voice
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

p WANTED.-A clerk Of considerable
experience in the mercantile businesst
Good wages will be paid to al active and
proficient clerk. Apply to Swaugcr e.
Kellam, louisville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1888-11-17

NorIcE.-The creditors of John D.
Downing, deceased, are hereby request
ed to take notice and report to the COM
missioner by October 10Th, next, all
claims against the estate of said dece-
dent. VIM. j. Rue, administrator.
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Unclaimed Lctiers.E

Keller. Oct. %, 1888
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For SALE q medium size mule 7
years old. sound aud gentle. W.C.W,s
VHancock
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Buoy tender, steamer Gcranium, j.
Reed, commander. arrived here on the
18th inst, with fuel for Asslteague and
NlIlick Shoals Lights, AMI for the pur-
pose of adjusting the buoys OH Cliinco-
teaGUp bar.