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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
A Word About Cabbage Culture.

Cabbage is, perhaps, one of the most
difficult of vegetables. to raise in the
average kitchen garden, though some,
owing to favored locality or good under
standing of culture, have no trouble with
it. In many localities the man who can
grow plenty of nice heads can sell them
at good profit. The crop should be
grown quickly, which, explains Popular
Gardening, means a rich soil, an early
start and frequent hoeings. The common
danger from insects may be somewhat
lessened by shortening the time of head
ing. Buhach is the complete remedy
against cabbage worms.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

It was b, chance that happened TO call
And catch Mistress Peg unawnres In the hall
Where, scoldlng and pouting, as pretty maids do
She was Just pulhngon a refractory shoe
And, oh, how the lace luttered back to disclose
The highest of heels. the most pointed OF toes,
With smart silken stockings snug fitting and trim
Round the ravishing ankle, seductiyely slimi
"Froni extreme to extreme, says the sage. and
the view
OF her exquisite foot in its gay little shoe,
The spark of my passion to flaming so famed
That invent the next morning and asked for her
-IIfa
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

Hon. Nathan p. Dixon, the new
Senator from Rhode Island, is but
forty-two years old, but he is highly
educated, a fine lawyer and a sound
Republican of the old Rhode Island
tribe, which is thoroughbred stock.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
Good Housekeeping.

Parsley is said to have come from Egypt.
and mythology tells us it was to adorn the
head Of Hercules.
Apples were originally brought from tho
east by the Romans. The crahapple is in
digenous to Great Britain
Tho onion was almost an object of worship
with the Egyptians 2,eO0 years before tho
Christian era. 1t first came from India.
The eantalotpe is native of America, and
80 called from the name of a place near Rome.
there II was arst cultivated la Eu-crs.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
CONSUMPTION Surely Cured

To THE EDIToR.-Please inform your read
ers that have positive remedy for the
above named disease. By its timely use
thousands of hopeless cases have been perma-
nently cured, shall be glad TO send two bot
Ties Of my remedy FREE 10 any of your read
efs VINO nave consumption If they will send
me their express and post office address. Res
pectfully,
II. "A. SLOCUM. NJ. c., ISL Pearl St., n, Y.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

A recent West Virginia law suit
was so crooked that the plaintiff and
defendant forgot which sides they
we're on, and the justice gave judg-
ment against himself.-RitchSe. Ga.
zette.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

Miss Lakeside-Now, my dear, you must
como and spend month or two Of the fan
with us In Chicago. i 20 'giHt tt
Miss Emerson (of Boston)--You really
think it would be pleasant 90.
Miss Lakeside-Immense. We would have
a regular hog Killing time Tho Epoch
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
saved thaEx Ia.

DR.. Pillsbufy--How de- do. doctorl
What's the newsg >
DR.. SQuills Nothing new; only /
had an interesting case 9 feW days ago.
DR.. Pillsbury-Xesf What WAS itf
DR.. SquIlls---I performed wonder
full Operation on Mr. Treahis boys
eye-httle Johnny Etesh BE had q
fearful case Of cata and / saved
the poor little fellow III 80 -
Dr Pillsbury That 00ds How's
the boyl
DR.. Squills-Oh, the boy died.-
brakes Magazine. --ss
44sss lpy ne Ho1L6n5 % Keep
9o{AF fron Their gazfnsnt5, and ID tie Tina
OF Piiny they were Considered an excellent
poison They are natives Of Asia.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
Notes on tho Care of Strawberry Plants.

Notes on tho Care OF StrhWbefzy Riantss
A Connecticut grower Of fruits, g. s.
Butler by name, claims that the best fer
tilizer for strawberries is good old BARN
yard manure, which may be helped out
by an application Of fine ground bone
and muriate of potash. A caution is
given against nitrate of soda for straw
berry plants. According to Mr.. Butler
the best time to pick is from 4 p. m.
until dark; berries picked at that time
keep longer than If picked either with
the dew on or while hot. Always send
berries to market in neat packages, with
good clean white baskets.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
uneasy About JOHNNY.

Wife tat bed time)-Cyrus, what day Is
thisl "I Hi'
Hushand--W Wednesday. M uIHi
Wife tanxiously, holding a small pair Of
trousers at arms length Il am afraid
Johnny isn't well. Cyrus. He generally has
at least two pounds more Of marbles in his
pockets at this time in the week than no has
tonight Tribune.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
Not Merely Ornamental.

Young Mrs Prettybride twho has not mar
ried rich)-Charley is so attentive; he bought
me this lovely little shopping book last night
Miss Midas twho has not married ut alb
Vest l fancy mine is rather more useful
though. hrs l- f4.
Young Mrs, Prettybride-Indeed, what
sort is yoursi
Miss Midas : Papa'sl check book. - The
Epoch
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

u owe frightful lot Of money. don't
see how on earth i can ever pay"
why don't you borrow enough 10 settle
with your creditors, and then start clearf''---
Harper's Bazaar.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
& OHIO RAILROAD.
Time table in effect Nov. IS. 1883.
WESTWARD

Time table in effect Nov. Is. 1SSS.
No Cincinnati Limited Daily. leaves Mar
tinsburg 50i p M. Connects at Hancock for
Berkeley Springs except Sunday.
No Cincinnati and Wheeling Express,
leaves Martinsburg / 50 a m Daily. stops at
Hancock, Sir Johns Run and Paw paw.
No Chicago and Pittsburg Limited Daily.
leaves Martipsburg II. "a IN. Connects at
Hancock for Berkeley Springs. Except sun
day. eiifN#
Mo- Pittsburg, Wheeling and Chicago tx
press Daily. leaves MartinsbuIg II Is p m.
NoG5 Baltimore and Grafton Accomaoda-
ton Leaves Martnshurg ~ IS Daily except
Sunday. Stops at all stations. connects at
Hancock for Berkeley Springs ana Green
No 63 Baltimore and keyser accommodation
leaves Martinsburg 50 m. Daily, stops at
all stations. Connects at Hancock for Berke-
ley Springs except Sunday.
No M. Harpers Ferry TO Martlnspurg Ac-
commodation, daily except Sunday, leaves
Harper's Ferry 10 m, arrives MartinsDurs
40 p m. 4
NO2, limited, from Cincinnati, leaves Mar
tinsburg II 81 a m. Washington IS p M. BALTIC.
255 IN, Phila m. Connects at Harpers
Ferry with Valley Branch.
No 1, Express from Cincinnati and Chicago,
leaves Martinsburg IS a m. Washington u
IN, Baltimore 30. Stops at s, v. Junction
No 8. Limited. from Chicago and Pittsburg,
leaves Martinsburg ~ m, Wash 80 p M
BALTIC 10 IS m. arrives at Phila p M -
No. 8 East, leaves Martinsburg Daily at o II
O m, Washington is q m, BALTIC 10 80 m, ar.
rives at Philadelphia at % pm.
No SO Daily leaves Martinsburg 40 M
stops at all stations west of Gaithersburg. fol
Passengers at all stations on Metropolitan
Branch, to let off Passengers. Connects fol
Winchester. Hagefstown and Frederick.
No 66, Via old line, Daily except sunday
leaves Martinsburg 10 80 q IN. Stops at all sta.
tions. connects for Valley Branch, Hagerstown
and Frederick. s..ir.s
No 14S Leaves Martinsburg 20 m Daily ex
eept Sunday, arrives at Harper's Ferry q 55 6
m. Connects for Winchester, Hagerstown ano
Frederick.
CO. SCULL, General Pass Agt.
G. w. SANTMAN, Ticket agent, Martinsburg.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

There is no drink quite so, delicious
and sparkling, pure and wholesome, as
that made from Hires Improved Root
beer Packages. Did you ever try It'll It
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
Where the Man Was,

Teacher-Yes, Johnny, that Is very well
drawn; but what does that cart representa-
Pupil-A man selling apples.
Teaeher-Where Is thesmanl
Pupil-Hes gone into that house with q
basketful. Town Topics
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
She Knew.

a city youth Is he,
His age about eighteen;
Upon his upper lip
A weak mustache Is seen.
Ho met his darling Maud.
n A loving kiss he gave, l-aI ...
And said my own sweet love,
go What makes you look SO graveS"
"Why, Charlie" she replied,
relf. 'You know I'm going south; sy..
knew when you should come .
I'd feel down IN the mouth"
--Roafon Trangerlnk
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
18E LIGHT AND qFy-i
CnnalIfa.

Spoons.
adooanssht,. sweetheart" he softly said
Andheld her tight s
Jypon his breast she bowed her head.
And sighed: Good nightF'
He elasped her close. Good hisns said he
In tender tone
isgood night" once more responded she,
.,Aiy1oyeI my ownW kf4
And then; Good night. my own dear lovel"
Again said he .ar n
~ More softly than cooling dove:
Good night,'' said She
But whether he said so again
~ ars cannot say. fe.fi = - atst
For got tired Of listepiq& then. f,r-
And came away
Somervile Journal
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

lives oe poets Oft remind ua
We can make our LIVED siblfma
II we only leave behandus
Not one yestigs Of q khyEnA
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
A Perfect Automaton.

This automatic dude Is a great success"
II don't agree with you IL has been
wound up, but it don'tgo." 8if 4e a
Il know that, my dear; that's why It Il
such great success. Did you ever SEQ real
dude that would rkY'-Harper's Bazaar.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

Lives Of cowboys all remind Us
II on earth va wish to stop, al
We should leave them far behind us,
Or arrange to get the drop.
7sfh n --Waahington Poak
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

Come yellow butter, comet
Her soft, bare arms are tired Of toiling up and
down.
Al, patient little workerl there she stands,
In tucked up gown,
And lifts the dasher high with burning, rosy
hands.
Yellow butter. comet
Come, yellow butter, comet
She. signing bends to wonder in the churn's deep
we'll
And wipe the spattered drops so carefully
A cool, sweet smell
The hubby cream sends up. Now sturdier tolls
she!
Yellow butter, comet
Come, yellow butter comet
Her warm cheeks scarlet glow. her breath is pant
ing fast;
Tho old churn shakes and totters TO and fro;
o come at laStl
Al, pleasant sound, the thin milk's gurgling
plash belowi
Yellow butter como!
Good Honsekeeninp
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27

Teacher-What made you mako a face Of
met
Little johnnie Please, ma'an, I didn't
think you were looking. The Epoch.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
Railroads
MBERLAND VALLEY RAILRo.

CUMBERLAND VALLEY RAILROAD.
On and after Sunday, Dec. is, 1888, trains
will run as follows: STANDARD Time.)
EASTWARD.
Fast Mail leaves Martinsburg at z 90 a m
Bedington II, Falling Waters Is. williams
port Station % Hagerstown IS, Chambers
burg 81, Carlisle 81, arrive at Harris'g 10 %
PhiIa. 25 pm.
Mail Express Train leaves MartinsbuTg at
3 l0pm. Bedington 3 2, Falling Waters S2s, VIII
Transport station ~, Hagerstown %, Cham
bersbnrg 4 So. Carlisle 10 arrive at Harrisburg
at 90.
gH WESTWARD. ga
NO. Express leaves Harrisburg Mt IS s..
m, Carlisle ~ Caambershurg 62f, arrives At
Hagerstown at . %. Has is
Mail leaves Harrisburg at IS M. Carlisle
IS. Chambersburg 8 30, arrive at Hagerstown
at 1910, Williamsport Station II %, Falling Wa
tiers II 10, Bedington II rs Martinsbirg Il 30.
Fast Line leaves Harrisburg at 10. Car
Isle IS, Cham bersbnrg IS. Hagerstown g,
WilIiansport Station AZ, Falling Waters 81,
Bedington 03, arrivesat Martinsburg 7 Is pm.
w. A. GARD. Agt. ]. r. BOYD. Supt.
II. A. RIDDLE. General Passenger Agt.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
A strong pra.uu.ght.

A Strong Draught.
Friend to actor)-I am glad to see, Jim,
that you are getting along so we'll
Actor (proudly)-Yes, I've risen somewhat
in my profession, and | think that l can
draw pretty well now anywhere.
Niend--That's good, Jim. Let's 90 down
to the bank and see If you can draw the $40
bill you owe me.-Harper's Bazaar.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1889-04-27
sprIng styles Abro,ad.

Spring styles Abroad.
He was Kafir bold,
at She was Zulu maid;
n.I All his deep love no told .l.. Il
AS DER the sand they strayed-
Pleasant their lives must be- a.
Theirs was simplicity, 9
There was no guile.
Phin In their happiness,
Simple their style Of dress,
Shown in no fashion book;
All he wore was look
Brimful OF tenderness
~ She wore smile. ..I ..
Woahtngfos, Critic
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-11-25
EXHIBITIONS AS EDUCATORS.
MIR, Johnston Returns With Points From
Paris-He Has Pro fited Greatly by His

MIR. Johnston Returns With Points From
Paris-He Has Pro fited Greatly by His
European Trip.
Mr.. j. 81. Johnston, Manager of Pitts
burg's Exposition, who has just returned from
Paris. expressed his impressions and made
some valuable suggestions regarding exhi-
bition work, in the course of conversation
with the writer, last evening. On being
asked TO mention what were the most
marked features of the Paris Exposition, he
said: :,
chinery hall. 1t is the largest
building have seen that was
constructed entirely without the aid of
interior supports. This unique construction
is the more remarkable from the extent of
the building, which is 1900 feet long and
326 feet wide, or in other words, the
width of the machinery hall, at
Paris. is wider than the length of
our mechanical hall here. A novel
feature was a double track, elevated about
18 feet above the floor, and extending along
either side of the building, on which cars,
moved by electricity, carried sightseers at a
slow rate of speed, and a charge OF about
cents each from one end of the hall to the
other. The inspection of the Exposition,
which covered very large extent of ground,
was further facilitated by means of tram
way which formed a girdle around the
buildings"
"What arrangements were made for en-
trance and exit?'
"Nothing out of the common. No ad-
missions were paid for at the building, and
arrangements were made by which those
who desired to avoid the crush could enter
between s O'Clock and 10 o'clock in the
morning, on presentation of two tickets
each, and again in the evening between 5
o'clock an6 10 o'clock at the same cost; ad-
mission between 10 A. NJ. and o'clock In
the evening being on one ticket.
81 could not help thinking, however, what
an advantage it would be in future under
takings if the exhibits could be more con-
centrated. Such exhibitions are so vast,
and cover so much ground, that the visitor
is quite wearied out before he has seen one
fourth of what is expected of him. 1t was
on this score that 1 objected to the extent CT
the Paris Exhibition buildings; they were
at too great distances apart, and involved
deal of unnecessary walking. I have an
idea or two in connection with this which
shall embody in nv report to the board.
"Now," said Mr.. Johnston continuing,
'fthere is one thing that 1 want to say to the
Pittsburg people, and may as well say 1t
right here. 1t is to give the Board of Di-
rectors their fullest sympathy, their cordial
cooperation, and plenty of substantial sup
port for the erection of additions to their
exhibition buildings"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-11-25
THE ARMY TOO SMALL.
Secretary Proctor Points Out Features
That Could be ImDrOved-The In
crease of DesertiOn-sOme of
the Ramadfaa pronnuad
the Remedies Proposed.

the Remedies Proposed.
WASHINGTON, November 24.-In the
annual report of the Secretary of War he re-
fers to the condition of the army as follows:
From our great increase of population the
relative strength of the army is rapidly dimin.
ishing. In 1870. with an enlisted strength of not
quite II, 900 larger than now. the ratio of en-.
listed men to population was Ill of l per cent,
or one man out of l. los; in 1890 with the en-
listed strength 900 less than it is now. 10 of
per cent. At the present time, with a popula.
ton of 65 600 900 it is 49,. 900 less than lbs
of per cent, being one man for every 2569 of
population. The authorized strength of the
ated for. On the full basis of 30,000 its rela-
tive strength to population would still be con-
siderably less than in 1880, and one-half what it
was in 1870.
Public attention has been called to the
matter Of desertion, and the impression doubt
less prevails that it is on the increase. This is
not entirely correct In considering the sta
tistics it must be borne in mind that nearly
desertions occur during the first year of enlist
ment so that the percentage of desertions to
enlistments is the more correct guide than the
percentage to the total strength. The subject
has been carefully considered by many oficers
of the army, and by enlisted men as WELL and
have received many able and interesting re-
ports from both officers and men. The causes
assigned are too numerous to recapitulate:
restlessness under the restraints Of discipline
disappointment at the details Of the service,
and-of its lack of inducements, dissipation
and, in some cases, III treatment are generally
the causes found to exist. while some deserters
undoubtedly are professional repeaters and
belong to the vicious or criminal classes.
1t is an unfortunate fact that there is at pres
ent a tendency in public opinion TO at least pal.
late the offense of desertion, and with the le-
gal difficulties now in the way of securing their
recapture, the statistics show that only one out
of every five deserters is arrested and brought
- lrEfN T.
invited to the recommendations of Acting
Judge Advocate General for permitting and al.
recting the arrest of deserters by civil officers
and otherwise rendering their capture more
certain and speedy.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-11-25

ing at the fremont House. SutclIffe, the Cleve-
land catcher, was present. and signed Brother
hood contract. Ward says that the team he
Will get together for Brooklyn will be able to
cope successfully with the League team there.
He pronounces the Chicago team one of the
strongest that was ever gathered together.
Ward left here tonight for St. Louis for the
purpose of signing some Association players.
He will return to Chicago Tuesday, and then
20 to New York to arrange for the Players
League meeting, the date for which has been
changed to December 10 Ward was highly
pleased with the Brotherhood situation. No
private dispatches have been received confirm
ing the news of the signing of the Boston
PLAYERS at Pueblo, Col. Ward Is inclined to
doubt the report. especially in the cases Of
Clarkson and CAMEL.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-11-25
FOR TIE. NUNS AND CLERGY.
Father Carroll Takes Them Through the
Holy Land-An Interesting Entertain.
ueut at the Mercy Convenf.

Father Carroll Takes Them Through the
Holy Landau Interesting Entertain.
ment at the Mercy Convent.
Rev. Father Carroll, pastor of st. An
drew's Church, in Allegheny, entertained
the nuns and number of the clergy of the
diocese, at the convent, on Webster avenue,
last evening, with his illustrated lecture on
''The Holy Land" Father Carroll, it will
be remembered, was member of the party
which made the pilgrimage some months
ago. While in the sacred country he said
mass on the site of the burial place of Jesus
Christ.
Father Carroll illustrated his lecture by
means Of magic lantern. He presented a
map Of the country and reviewed the places
he visited. He first exhibited picture
of Japha, where the party landed, and al
the lecture put it, ''they came up out of the
sea-" "The place" ne said twas remarkable
on account of it being the birthplace of
Solomon, the great strong man of the
Hebrews. This is supposed to be the most
ancient town in the world. It is said to
have been in existence long before the
deluge. 1t is supposed that Noah built his
ark here. The town was rebuilt after the
deluge by Japha. The population now is
aDOuJ OtOOOs
"From Japha we passed through the plain
of Saron. This is eighty-fonr miles long by
tWenty-four miles wide, and is fertile
plain. 1t is remarkable on account of being
the place where Sampson set fire to the tails
of the foxes, and then sent them through
the corn fields of the Phlllistines, burning
the harvest. People are told that it took
5000 Phillistines to bind Sampson with
cords. He was afterward returned to his
own people by the Hebrews, when he re-
covered his strength and spirits and slew
1000 Phillistines with the jaw bone."
After going over the plain, Father Carroll
passed through Beth Dagun and thence to
the town of Ladia, where the Turkish
mosque is located. There he showed the
picture of the Moesen calling the people to
worship. He passed through Bahmen,
which is supposed to be the birthplace of
Joseph, of Aranthea. The Franciscans
have monastery at the place. The place
is also known on account of the Macca-
bees, who lived there 200 years before Christ.
From there the lecturer traced the on map
their journey to Amans, where the Savior
was met by stranger on the eve of his
resurrection. From there they went to st.
John, of the Mount, where st. John the
Baptist was born, and where the Blessed
Virgin visited st. Elizabeth. Another
monastery has been established there by the
Franciscan order.
The lecture will be concluded Sunday
evening next.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-11-25
VALIDITY OF PLAYERS CONTRACTS.
Al johnson Says They Are Made Directly
With Particular Clubs.


ESPECIAL TELEGRAM TO THE DIsPArcH.I
NEW YORK, November A.-If there are any
feelings of despondency over the defections of
some Of its players, or doubts as to the ulti-
mate success of the Players League, Al John
son, Temporary Chairman of the new organi-
zation, and Manager Ed Hanlon cannot GER
tainly be placed in that category. Both
men have been doing yoeman service
for the Brotherhood and It's new at
tachment, and upon their arrival in
this city, to-day. expressed the utmost conf
dence in the success of the movement. They
had come from Philadelphia, where a day was
spent among the unusually large number of
resident ball players. Attention was not wholly
directed to members of the League but TO AS
sociation and minor league players as well. Mr..
johnson seemed to be quite enthusiastic over
his visit to the Quaker City. He claimed to
have met great many players who assured
him strict allegiance to the new league.
How many men have been signed thus far
for the Players League?" q DISPATCH re-
porter asked Mr.. johnson.
II cannottell you Just now the exact number,
but should iudge about So"
How many of the 120 odd League players do
you expect to stand faithfully by the new
Lacquer"
''seven-eishths. There may be more; per-
haps less. / would not be surprised if there
were 20 that would refuse to come with u.s. but
there won't be over that number, that's cer-
tain"
'Itis claimed that the new contract cannot be
binding upon player, for the reason that the
Players League is not corporate organiza.
ton"
''The players don't sign with any league, but
with particular club. In the city of CleYe-
land the name Of the new club is the Cleveland
Players Club, Limited 1t has been duly in
the player, when he signs contract virtually
becomes partner in the concern.