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Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

''E" Is the most frequently used letter In
the alphabet; then comes II
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

II will be found that many OF the songs
sung In heaven we're written on earth.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

Louis XVII of France never actually
reigned.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

There are twenty three acres of land to
every inhabitant OF the globe.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

The finger-nalls grow between one and a
half and two inches in length yearly.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21
It's Excellent Qualities.

In England the average weight OF tram
Is AZ tons, OF an omnibus only tons.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

Spratts Patent Dog Cakes Insure your
dog sound teeth sweet breath, glossy coat, regular
habit. GroceTs have them. Pamphlet canine dis
eases free from Spratts Patent. New York City.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

Only 90 per cent of the murders COM
mitted yearly are ever found out.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21
8 August.
Flower
For Dyspepsia.

For Dyspepsia.
A. Bellanger, Propr., Stove Foun-
dry, Montagny, Quebec, writes; Il
have used August Flower for Dys-
pepsia. 1t gave me great relief. l
recommend it to all Dyspeptics as a
very good remedy"
Ed. Bergeron, General Dealer,
Lauzon, Lewis, Quebec, writes: |
have used August Flower with the
best possible results for Dyspepsia. .
c. A. Darlington, Engineer and
General Smith, Sydney, Australia,
writes: august Flower has effected
a complete cure in my case. 1t act
ed like a miracle. y
Geo. Gates, Corinth, Miss. writes:
CT consider your August Flower the
best remedy in the world for Dys-
pepsia. was almost dead with
that disease, but used several bottles
of August Flower, and now con-
slider myself we'll man. / sincerely
recommend this medicine to suffer
ing humanity the world over" @
G. G. GREEN, Sole Manufacturer,
Woodbury., New Jersey, u. s. A.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

Mrs. Pinkham's letters from ladies I'm all
parts OF the world average One Hundred
per day. She has never failed them, and
her fame Is world wide.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

The onion originally came from Egypt.
Weekly expositor. (Brockway Centre, Mich.) 1882-1894, 1891-08-21

Celebra ted Wine Product OF New Jersey
The best wine in the country is Speer's Port
Grape Wine, which has become celebrated
product of New Jersey This wine and his
brandy are used by physicians everywhere, who
rely upon them as the purest TO be had.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
ON THE PENINSULA.

II is said that there is farmer living just
over the Maryland line, in Worcester county,
who has corn up three inches high ana VINO
began narrowing it this week
Governor REYNOLDS has appointed John +.
Peuuvpacker, of Wilmington, a notary pub
lie. He has also appointed Harvey B. Van
degrift of Wilmington, as railroad detective
The residence of Mrs McComb, of Will
mington, was entered by thieves on sun
day evening last and robbed of clothing,
bank aud insurance book and other valuable
papers.
The cargo of logwood taken from the brig
Hattie, which recently went ashore at Ocean
City, is being loaded on cars for shipment.
About twenty tons day are being hauled 10
the railroad.
Three colored men, Frank Taylor, William
York and Geo. n. Daniels, received hYe
lashes each at the whipping post in George
town, on Saturday Morning, April IS. Their
crime was larceny
Mr.. W. R. Hazard has taken charge ofthe
Indian River Hotel at Ocean View, Baltimore
hundred, and will do all i'll his power tor the
entertainment of his guests. Mr.. Hazard
has been il the business for several years
and knows how to run hotel.
The B. & Z. S. R. R. passed into the
hands of receivers last Monday, Messrs
Godefroy aud Howe being unable to MAKE X.
settlement or satisfactory adjustment OF its
indebtedness. The operation OF the ROAD
under the new management has NOT maze
any change in the running schedule
Chipman's game bill, which had passed
the House, was passed by the Senate last
Monday It prohibits, under penalty OF s5
fine the shipuent out of the State ofany quail,
partridge. robin, English or Wilson snipe, or
wild rabbit. Nonresident sportsmen are
prohibited from taking such game from one
county into another.
DR.. Geo. Jones has been awarded $3.50
damages in suit against Philip Carey whose
vicious dog frightened the doctors morse
and caused a runaway by whieA Dr. ZONES ZONES
sustained serious injury. This verdict sheuld
he a wholesome lesson to those who main
tain their right to keep vicious and Danger
Gus dogs to the annoyance and peril OF other
peoples safety
The failure of the wheat crops OF France,
Russia and India. will probably call Tor all
the surplus wheat in America, and II IS pre-,
dicted that the price will be SI.25 per bushel
tt,is wear. The London Standard in an ar
ticle on the failure Of European crops, says
ssIt is almost certain that the worlds whea'
consumptiou will exceed the production
COMMITTED. Whatever the magnitude OF the
American crop NAV be, it will not be sufh
oie,,t 10 cover the European deficit, thus com
ceiling an extensive draft upon the reserves
for the third year in succession" This state
,nent of the agricultural outlook should re-
vive the hopes of our farmers, who have
been depressed by a succession Of failures
in the cereal and fruit crops
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE board of Water and Light Com
rnissioners met on Tuesday evening ana
formed a temporary organization BY the
election Of Dr. Nathan Pratt temporary
chairman and Or. Geo. W. Marshall tenn
porarv secretary. It is the intention Of
the commissioners to push ahead and erect
the works during the summer The toi-
lowing circular was sent to engineers I;
MILFORD, Delaware, April z9, 1891.
Dear Sig.-The town OF Milford nav
ING voted at a special election to bond for
me erection Of water works and an cleo
tric light plant, the Light and Water
Commissioners are DESTROYS of entering
into correspondence with practical engi-
ueers of experience for surveys. plans
specifications and estimates for the cree
ton of the same.
What is your usual manner ana Gus
tom of contracting? What recommen-
dations can you give? -,
A meeting of the Commissioners VIII
be held at a future date, of which you
will be daily notified if you desire to
consult with the Board.
Yours Respectfully,
GEO w. MARSHALL Sect. +. T.
The following gentlemen comprise the
commission: DR. Nathah Pratt, James M.
Hall. DR.. G. w Marshall, Charles Bar
ker and Geo. II. Hall
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

The superintendent Of census at Fashins
Ion. ou April 2Sth, issued huiieun on t y.
population OF Delaware by minor eiYii az
visions i. si,,,,,
The total population Of the state as SHOWN
BY the present census, taken as Of Jnne !.
300. IS r6s,4es. This is an increase over
M population Of 1880 Of II ,885, or 1893 per
cent. The population Of the STATE as re-
turned iu 1880 was I46,6oo
New Castle and Sussex counties snow ~
increase, while Kent county shows vsly
slieht decrease. The larger increase appears
in New Castle county which shows a nuilis -,
cal Increase Of TO- 400 since 1890 or25,o5 per
cent. ,,,,.
OF the cities aud town having popuia-
ton in 1900 Of 1000 or more, the largest IN
creases appear as follows; Wilmington CITY
shows an increase of 1888 or a % PEI
cent Laurel has more than doubled , i.s
population in the decade. Georgetown "a
added more than one-half Of the Popul,aiil lol
returned in 1880, while South Milford ma
increased nearly one-third. Ia Two lilss'l,sS-
only are decreases shown, both being Ne'5
slight
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
soC1ETY NOTES.

Mrs. Laura Holcomb, of Chicago, is visit
ing her mother, Mrs. Curtis VINEYARD
Mrs. Allen B. Jones and daughter returned
to their Ridley Park home on Monday
Mr.. John WEIGH and sister, Miss Laura
WEIGH, have been in Wilmington this week
visiting friends and attending the wedding
of their cousin, Miss Dillin.
Assistant States Attorney Thomas Davis
and wife have been in Milford this week the
guests of Robert II. Davis
Charles C. PrettYman and his sisters, Eli5-
abeth NJ. and Ella will go to Philadei-
phia this morning for few days.
Miss Amanda Plowman, Of Philadelphia, /;
visiting Miss Lulu Reedy.
Mrs. Robinson and Mrs. White Of George
town, were shopping in Milford on Tuesday
last.
Mrs. Cannon, age 90 years, mother OF Johu
and Washington Cannon, IS visiting mel
children here.
Tohn Wooters has been in Philadelphia
this week buying goods.
Maurice AIcKim, of Portland, Oregon, il
visiting friends in Milford.
DR.. S. NJ. Meredith, of Philadelphia, Il
the guest Of friends in and near Milford
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
SUSSEX For A Convention.

The Democratic county central committee
IF sussex county had meeting on Tuesday
last for the consideration OF matters pertain
mo to the election to be held on the 18TH
of NAV. for the purpose Of taking the sense
ostha reople on the calling of constitutianal
Convention. and issued the following call
To he VoferS Of SUSSEX, County, The
Democratic party, at its county convention
for 1900. adopted the following resolution
2eo3I5,ed. That we favor the calling OF
constitutional convention at the earliest
moment it can be done by constitutional
methods. ,...;. zoe, a..
In pursuance of this resolution you are
for a second time called upon by Demo
cratic legislature to vote upon the question
Of calling a constitutional convention:
The Third Tuesday in May next, being the
10Th of that month and the day specihcally
APPOINTED by the constitution, has been
selected bv the Legislature for taking inc
sense Of the people upon tn's iupol'an'
question. ..;.... =,
we. the Democratic county committee o
Sussex county, do earnestly enJoin the voters
of the county to give to the question Presen
led 10 them the serious consideration whieh
IL magnitude demands, and to come ou'
On the dav named and vote according &c
their convictions.
Bv order of the committee
A. P. ROBINSON, Chairman.
Epw ARD w. Houston, Secretary.
It is the general belief that TINS count.
will give large vote for a eonVepelon'
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
wac Preabvterv Of n ew oastle.

The serni-anuual meeting Of this body hsla
at Delaware City last week, began iuesuay
and ended Friday. Nearly all this tune n, was
taken M with the trial of Rev. J. X. camp
bel. who has been preaching in GeoTgetow, 20 Q,
Isrankford and Blackwater. MI Cam poell
vas charged with having obtained divorce
from his wife without giving her notice OF me
proceedings and without FIRST seeking tns
intervention Of the church authorities, anu
also with marrying Mrs. Elizabeth luminous
Of snow Hill. Much testimony was repro
dnced to sustain the first of these charge
1the second being admitted). It appeared
that the defendant and his wife had hveo 70
gether for three years unhappy, tnat y y
Is7a they agreed to live apart for ten yeas,
mat during this time they had some tnous ~
OF living together, but that gradually .n i
PROBABILITY Of their doing so dimlnisnea
| Eamnbeli obtained his divorce in 1880. ans
a wear after married again; he was io Jun,
guilty and the Presbytery deposee nun u, ii -,
! lie ministry. An appeal was taken % IN IN
Sonod which meets next October IN IN ~
meantime Campbell is prohibited rom ~
exercise of the functions Of the minister's
office
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

the election in this town on Mon
dav last to decide whether or not to bond
the town for forty thousand dollars with
which to erect water works and new
electric light plant, the women who We're
entitled to vote cast their ballols by
nroxv and III every instance voted Tor
The improvements. If some few OF our
ma1e citizens had the enterprise OF ihese
noble women, the town would be much
better off
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

eoMErH1Nc more than ordinary at
tentiou to the next number OF B0oS
Wes0s is deserved. The widespread in--
4erssf and large success that has followed
the efforts for the Extension Of University
Teaching in the vicinity Of Philadeiphia,,
during recent months, make It desirable
tbat Ire world at large should have IN
formation upon the subject. BOOK Ne7es
has undertaken this task, and its 1rst
venture In the new field is with the May
rnrnber. which contains contributions
from writer's whose opinions concerning
This movement toward higher popular
education cannot fail to be of widespread
interest and importance. The publish
ers have spared neither trouble nor cost
in the effort to give this enterprise the
most intelligent presentation, with tne
hope that thereby its possibilities OF ser
vice to the people at large may be IN
creased. We think that critical exam
ination of Book Ne7OS will justify the
claim of singleness of purpose. We com
mend this special number to the atten
ton of our readers.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

TONIGHT the adjourned meeting OF
the Law and Order Society Will meet at
line Avenue NJ. f. Church, and ADOPT a
constitution, elect officers, etc. a large
attendance of those with the courage OF
their convictions IS desired. AiteI tne
permanent organization is affected the
wrong-doers will be attended to at once
who have not needed the warnings oil the
society as given to all through the news
DaDers last week.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT JOHN BIGes or
dered Clerk of Peace Canal to issue. SUP.
poenas for all members OF the Levy Court
Of Kent county to appear before the gu
perior Court Thursday morning 70 testlly
whether they Disseminated against ne ne
groes in drawing the jury 70 ny JaIles
,njtt;no rape on Louisa huntington.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Obituary.


rohr w. Wilkersou, an old and highly
.sSOscted citizen Of Milford, died of apoplexxy
on Monday afternoon last at three O'Clock
he II, was stricken at six O'Clock in the morn
mo and died without regaining conscious.
ress Mr.. Wilkerson WAS borne IN virginia
i,,,t came 10 Milford when very SINAI
.1,;1d and has ever since resided here. dc
S S,,as z6 wears old. The. funeral was held OF
Wednesday and services were conducted a.
the house by the Rev. Robert Watt. lneel
fnent was made at Odd Fellows Cemetery
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Handsome Dresses at Mrs. Reedy's

This spring Mrs. Reedy's store
offers facilities to the ladies to do shop
ping at home, and secure every al
vantage trip to the city would secure
for them. Only this week she has
received the largest invoice OF hne
dress goods for handsome dresses, that
was ever brought to Milford. Twelve
pieces cost her oyer $500; so it is plain
that assortment aud prices are bot
equal to any city display.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Johnson's Grist Mill.

The mill known as Johnson's Mill now
owned BY DR.. ]. H Rae is being rehtted
with new and improved machinery
for the making of flour; also corn and cor
grinder shall be happy to see all my old
and new customers and think with nifty years
experience as a miller I. can give perfect
satisfaction
If 7. WILLIAMS.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
FRIDAY. MAY |, 1891.
sz4l.nonn cmUMoM DIRnoTORY

,s., scboo, at the Chapel. on Second Street.
eo2tb 5p m. Sunday School Prayer meeting'
STst sunday in every month ..i,.
pantist Church, Second-street, noitn' regular
so-viees at 1890 m. and p. IN. Sunday senooi
az 400 A. NJ. Prayer Meet ng-Thursday hvehias
n b. Church, on Railroad avenue. seT NJ,
AZ 1896 a. m and 200 p. m. Rev. koot' " atr
PASTOR. Sunday School at 2 .0O m. -Fiaye
Meeting, Thursday evening at ZOO CLOCK.
PRESBYTERIAN Church, corner OF Malnht any
mont Sweets. south Milford. Services at II .u
a n, and Ia. Is p. m. Rev. i; Bunsteln Iss.o.
Sunday School 1T 200 ?, m Prayer Meeuhs d
100 o'clock Thursday evenings. e,..,.
Christ Church-Episcopa ces-sq a i. =
Holy Eucharist, 1880 a. m Mattlns, LiSany
sermon. 1880 a. m; Choral; Vespers gchorap an ~
sernao,1 5.96 u M On the first sunday IN eael
month there is high celebration OF the 10y
Fnebaust after Mathis at II a. N. SUM-
schoolat2p m. holy Baptism Is adulhl ls y y
on anv sunday afternoon after o'clock sa am
Days Holy Eucharist 1880 a M; M 9tra II III,
m: EVEN Song and Address 1880; choral, ~
church is free and open. j. HOWELL eSAhA' D
A. Rector.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

TIE third Of the series of sermons on
temperance was preached by the Rev
Robt. Watt, at the NJ. +. Church, on sun
dav evening last to another large audi
ence Mr.. Watt argued that high IL
cense was Objectionable and gave stalls
lies in support of his position. Where
high license had been tried It was claimed
that the rum sellers were compelled to
adulterate their liquors with death deal
ing drugs, etc, so as TO make the Proht
necessary to pay the license and to i've
themselves He claimed prohibition as
the only means by which the desired ell
feet could be reached
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Children Enjoy

The pleasant flavor, gentle action and
soothing effects Of Syrup Of Figs, when ~
need of a laxative and 1.-THE father OF mo.nei
be costive OF bilious the most gratifying re-
suits follow its use, so that It IS the Ds -
family remedy known and every lainiiy
shouid have a bottle.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Notice.

Good pasture with plenty of water and
shade within the town limits at so cents
week for cattle, and rs cents week i3r
horses. Apply to J. Lowery, or IN MS aD-
sence to Mr. Frank Reedy.
4-24-Im. j. AO"ENi'
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Ladies. if you desire a nice black or col
ored Henrietta dress, and something light IN
weight in the way of Challies, Glnghams,
and Outings, call at Deputy's. Our prices
will surely save you money. Apr-24-2t
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

A very sad accident occurred on Wed
resdav morning at the S. Todd Jenkins
farm. three miles north of this town,
which cost little Katie Coverdale, but
three years of age, her life. The child
was riding upon truck loaged with ma
nnre and in some manner lost her bal
ance and fell forward directly under the
vince. which passed diagonally across her
bodv from the right hip to the left
shoulder. The little one was immedi--
atelv picked up in willing arms and
horne to her home where, in ten minutes
she nassed away. The little stomach was
terribly crushed and the heart at once
naraIvzed. Katie was bright little child
and the accident was a terrible blow to
parents and friends
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Arrival of Mails.

FROM NoRrH-Io:s8 AM, 6o5p. m
FROM SOUTH 9;5S AN.
Mail leaves the Post Office twenty minutes
before each train.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Grenadines are the finest offered for the
money FRESH importations bought IN
New York market; Eve per cent IN advance
Of cost ofimportation, aud sold at reason
able profit, at ,,.,e.-s nj
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Are you ready for travelling if not come
aud select Trunk, Grip or Satchel, from the
largest assortment in town. At Halls. Sec
oud floor
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

FRANK KRAMLIcH is extending his
lot. by filling in, to the low water mark
of the Mispillion river. All property
owners along this river above the Wal
nut street bridge, should do the same.
The view would be much more imposing
and there is not any need Of the stream
being more than twenty feet wide.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Notice.

All those who are Indebted to the estate OF
the late Daniel Purnell, deceased, will please
come forward and settle without delay.
louisa PuRNELL. Admlnlstratr1X.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

LAWN TENNIS parties are becoming
quite the thing in fashionable lie ana
the many grounds in Milford are Delng
laid off and put i'll proper condltlon ioi
the enjoyment of the game.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE owners of cottages at Slaughter
Reach are preparing for the summer itA,
outing there. 1t is not yet dehnlteIy
known Just when the 'ChatterDoN
cottage will be opened for the season.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
The Best Result.

Every ingredient employed in producing
r4oodis sarsapariIla is strictly pure, and Is
The best Of its kind it is possible 70 nny, Al
the roots aud herbs are carefuliy seleS So x
~. exafuined and only the best re-
Sss5 q that rom the time'of purchase
-, ,;T.-,od,s Sarsaparilla is prepared every
~ mos. Kcarefuliy watched with a view p
u' She best result. Why don't you
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Get ready for warm weather and city
cousins bv ordering either a Straw, Husk
Yank or Hair Mattress, with Springs, a
Halle Cecoud floor.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Did tell you about our Shoe and Hat
Room q? Yes well, did not tell hall; foT
we are ahead. Come and see us, ana
know you will agree. Third door from eOi
uer. At Halls.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE jury i'll the case of the State vs.
q Wilson, at Dover on Tuesday, re-
turned verdict of not guilty. Inc
charge was ENLIGHTENMENT.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

PRAYER MEETING of the Y. P ). Z
E. of the Presbyterian Church, SUNDAY
evening at 6.3o. Subject Gods warn
ings. For Whom? Why Given e Key
:. IA. Heb. 4, 1.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

On the road leading from the Tub Nil
to the Brick Granary, a field roller casting
The finder will be paid for his tTouOle "
leaving the same at CHRONICLE ONCE.
It DAVID NHAtNOA-AS'
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE Sacrament of the Lords Supper
will he celebrated in the Presbyterian
Church on Sunday, aud the pastor VIII
Dreach on "The Obedient Spirit" Inc
usual services will he held in the even
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

RoBERr P. SMALL has traded his trot'
ting horse Independence to Captain nos Jos,
Heather, of Milton, for pair OF pretty
BAYS that were raised by Ex-Governor
Ponder.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Ladies. ifyou are thinking officiating your,
selves to a first. class 26-iuch Silk or Gloria
Sun Umbrella, and you wis h bargain, cal
al Denntv,s Apr-24-2t
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

YOUNG BURRIs, pitcher of the %, 9id
Houston team. has signed with the wa,
nington club. Burris is a good all round q
ball player as well as a good pitcher ana ,
we EXPECT to hear ofhis doing good WORK
for the Wilmington team.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
Notice

have 100000 Early Cabbage and To
mato plants for sale. J. WILBUR HAMMoND'
Prop'r Excelsior Fruit Farm.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE adjourned meeting Of the Law and NJ
Order League will meet at the Avenue M
T. Church this evening at O'Clock. A
large attendance is desired.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE CHRONICLE Job rooms turn out
more work than any other IN the st .5,
outside the city of Wilmington. tns
reason is that better s0ors al io0Oer P14e a.
Is furnished. Estimates gwen and al
work guaranteed. Orders by man given
snecial attention.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

E is some talk of organizing a
base ali team in Milford composed en-,
tireIv of home players There IS good
material here with which to organize a
Club and someone should take the mat
fer in hand at once.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Ladies, when out shopping, don't fail to
see the great stock of Dry Goods, Notions,
and Trimmings now on exhibition at
Denutvis. We now have decidedly the
greatest variety of merchandise ever beheld
| AZ orr Mace ApI-<4-<t
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

Trout are coming on in small schools.
They are now down to FORTY cents a
dozen in this town. A week ago they
were sixty cents.
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE members of Garfield Post No. J
are requested to be present at the meet,
inc tonight to prepare for Memorial
Day. By order of ..,,.,.y.
CHAs. G. MAcMLIN, W. A. TRUITr
Adjutant Oolillisiie
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01

THE Senate on Wednesday afternoon
psesed the State Registration bill by a
strict party vote,
Milford chronicle., 1891-05-01
MILFORD MENTIONS.

MISS LINDA CLIFTON will give a recl'
tation next Sunday at the Chapel.