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Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Country Produce.

The Wilmington market is the clos
est, and the rate of freight lower than
any open to the growers Of this Sec
tian. and the trade with that city is
growing. Those who have tried II are
satisfied, aud continue TO ship to that
city. A son of VIM. T. Allen, of Mil
ford-Mr John b. Allen, has a large
store at 222@ King street, in Whining
ton, and has sixteen years. experience
Mr.. Allen has his own hueksters, and
runs his own wagons; so that he is
enabled to work off direct to consum-
ers the cDnsigUments and get bette
prices. He makes a speciality of live
and dressed poultry. and Of fish and
oysters. He can sell feathers to good
advantage, and for eggs, sweet and
white potatoes, he has special trade.
Good butter can be marketed to advan-
tage. Returns will be made promptly
on Fridavs,so that they will reach the
shippers on Saturday. Try him once
John B. Allen, s223 King street,
Wilmington, Del. Jan. 80, ly.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Facts At Halls.

In the Shoe and Hat trade we carry
the largest line town; at HALLS.
We buy our Shoes and Oxfords di-
rect from manufacturers; at HALLS.
We carry in stock the latest styles
in Ladies' and Gents; at HALLS.
We buy in quantities so as to get
the lowest prices; at HALLS.
We guarantee our best goods to give
satisfaction to the purchaser; at
HALLS.
We desire your custom; at HALLS.
We exchange Shoes and Hats for
merchantable produce, and at prices
AS low as for the cash; at HALLS.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Poisons in Oosmeties.

It seems to be the fashion for young
ladies with pimples and blotehes on their
faces to make experiments with various
cosmetics. Madame Pifypafy advertises
her foreign-uamed compound, composed of
a combination of poisonous mineral sub
stances that deaden and burden the delicate
substances of the skin. There are no conf
plexions like those that nature give. The
tonic strengthening and health giving effects
of Swit's Specific Is. S. S J permit nature to
her will in this respect, as thousands of
ladies both young and old, have discovered
The cheapest and most beautiful complex
ions depend on health and vigor It is the
Office of fSwif's Specific Is. S. s. to give
vigor and tone and health to the system, and
in this way to give lustre to the eye and
roses to the cheeks.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Peninsula Notes.
The Smyrna Creamery made a,s74 pounds
of butter in February.

The Smyrna Creamery made a,574 poundi
Of butter in February.
The State Insane Asylum now contains 7s
white males, % colored males, 90 white fe
males, II colored females-total r7s.
e. c. McColley of Dover has brought suit
against the Girard House, Philadelphia, fol
illegal arrest. He claims $4,000 damages
A wo.story double frame house belonging
to Capt. Scout at Smyrna Landing was
burned down last week. Loss s., ZOO.
The new hook and ladder truck for the
hose company Of Dover has been ordered.
It's cost will be $500. and it will arrive in
few weeks. It will be called Robbins Truck
No. /.
There are three postmasters Of President
Cleveland's appointment still in Office in
Delaware. S. B. Hedmau, Newark, August
"a, 1888; John B. MaulOve, New Castle,
January 10, 1888; Henry L. Phillips, Seaford
May S, 1883.
A stocking factory that will employ about
60 persons has been secured by the Smyrna
Board Of Trade, to be moved from German
town, Pa. It will be located on Commerce
St. near the Presbyterian Church. Efforts
are being made to start an ice plant.
Ifthere are any persons interested in the
direct taxes that were paid to the U. S, Coy
erument during the war and which is to be
returned to those who paid it, or their heirs,
they will find a complete list Of those from
whom the tax was collected, in the posses
sion of Charles H. B. Day, ofDover, who was
the collector of the tax. The money is to be
returned TO those who paid it-so far as pos
aible
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
OBITUARY..
IEIRBY.


Lewis N. Kirby died Monday morn
ing, March 18th, 1891, at his residence
in Philadelphia. after an illness with
typhoid feYer-which was of one
months duration. He was "a years
old, and leaves wife and two small
children. His remains were brought
to Milford yesterday and inferred in
the Odd Fellows Cemetery. He was
the second son of Mr.. and Mrs. James
Kirby, who are Well-knOwn residents
of Milford hundred, near Benefits
Pier. Lewis was a young man who
grew up and was a credit to his par
ents; industrious. good manager and
a christian. By all Of his youthful as
sociates, his memory will always be
cherished with pleasure, and in his
untimely death, all who know the
family. have expressed profound SYM
pathy. His wife is a Delaware girl
a Miss Jester, from near Ellemdale.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
A Great Spring Tour to Florida
via Pennsylvania Railroad.

By reason of the enormous popularity ac-
corded the Pennsylvania railroads person
ally conducted tours to Florida during the
winter and spring of 1891 the company has
decided to run the sixth and last on MSrch
3Ist. It will differ in many points from the
others. Going south the tourists will travel
in a special train of Pullman Sleeping and
Dining Cars similar in every respect to the
trains used on previous occasions. She ex-
cursion tickets, which will be sold at a rate
of $50 from New York and S4S from Phila-
delphia, will include Pullman accOmmoda-
tions and meals en- route on the south bound
trip, and railroad transportation only on the
north-bouu6 trip. They will be valid for
reform trip on regular trains up to May goth,
1891. Fifteen days from the date they leave
Jacksonville will be allowed tourists to reach
Philadelphia or New York, aud during those
fifteen days thep can stop off at points desig-
mated on the tickets a Tourist Agent and
Chaperon will accompany the party south.
The usual limit of the tickets and privileges
accorded will afford an excellent opportu-
nifty of a lengthy visit in the South.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Consumption Cured.

An old physician, retired from practice, having
had placed in his hands by an East India mission
ary the formula Of a simple vegetable remedy fol
the speedy and permanent cure Of Consumption
Bronchitis, Catarrh, Asthma AID all Throat and
Lang Affections, also positive and radical cure
for Nervous Debility and all Nervous Complaints.
after having tested its wonderful curative powers
in thousands Of cases has felt it his duty to make
it known to his suffering fellows Actaated by
this motive and desire TO relieve human suffer
ing, will send free Of charge, to all who desire it.,
this recipe, in German, French or English, with
fall directions for preparing and using.c Sent by
mail by addressing with stamp, naming this paper.
W. a. NoHEs, $50 Powers Block, Rochester, N. Y.
Feb. q, 1y
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

The importance Of purifying the blood can
not be Overestimated, for without pure blood
you cannot enjoy good health.
At this season nearly every one needs a
good medicine to purify, vitalize, and enrich
the blood, and we ask you to try Hoods
noo,,Iia. Sarsaparilla. Itstrengthens
TCCullclt and builds up the system,
creates an appetite, and tones the digestion,
while it eradicates disease. The peculiar
combination, proportion, and preparation
Of the vegetable remedies used give to
i1S R9oas ea,6Ts s1Ts'RaTn DaTep. p'1V Fo To Itself
ermedicine has such arecord Of wonderful
cures. If you have made up your mind to
buy Hoods SarsapariIla do not be induced TO
take any other instead. It is 4 Peculiar
Medicine, and is worthy your confidence.
Hoods Sarsaparilla is sold by all druggists.
Prepared by c. I. Hood & Co., Lowell, Mass.
100 Doses One Dollar
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
SOCIETY NOTES.

From private letters we learn that
Charles w. Allen ami J. V, K. Wells
are in excellent health. The latter is
at present in Amherst, Mass.
Mr.. w. Pearson Crane, OF Saratoga,
New York, who has been visiting in
Milford for some weeks, left for home
yesterday.
Frank Hartman, who has been in the
employ of Mr.. HOlzmueller, returned
to Philadelphia on Monday. MI. Hart
man was an earnest christian map,
even though some of his methods did
not meet with approval
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

As the beautiful snowflake melts away
before the life-giving rays of the Central
sphere" so do all catarrhal affections sue
cumb to the genial influence of Old Saurs
Catarrh Cure. rs cts.
Everything conducice to the better coudi-
ton of the baby is sure to attract attention,
and hence it is that DR.. Bulbs Baby Syruy
is becoming more and more appreciated, as
its wonderful influence in subduing the dis
eases of babyhood becomes recognized.
Price rs cents.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

A VERY LARGE MAN DEAD.-Dan-
iel Purnell. colored, who was proba-
bly, the largest man in Delaware. died
Wednesday morning last in his 56th
year. He had been an enormously
large man formauy years,and weighed
up TO a year ago 800 pounds; since that
time he has been growing smaller un-
I'll at the time of his death he weighed
not more than 2O0 pounds. He was a
well-knOwn colored man in the lower
counties, and had accumulated some
real estate by working at the trade Of
ship carpenter; but of late years he
mas followed the occupation of butcher
aud Cook. He cooked for the line
officers at the last oncampment Of the
National Guard and for years has been
working in the restaurants at the an
nual fairs held at Dover and Elkton.
His funeral will take place to-day.
LINCOLN ITEMS. - Several persons
in this vicinity made a thorough ex-
animation Of their peach orchards last
week, and found the buds in fine con-
dition and giving hopes of full crop.
But this last cold wave has no doubt
injured a great many ofthem.
Two small boys sons of A. B. DON
ovan, killed fox one day last week |
When they first saw the animal, she
was fighting their dog.
Mr.. McConkey,a "a Canadian, who has
been in Florida the past year, has
rented in this place and will buy and
settle here # climate and the country
proves suitable to his tastes. Mrs. Nc
Conkey, her sister, and two children
arrived from Canada Tuesday even
ing.
Mr.. G. A. Arnold is on the sick-list
the scholars in his de-
partment are having a holiday this
week.
The Rev. Fl. o. Frazier preached his
sermon last Sunday evening;
subject, "a Good Name" The Rev.
Frazier has made many friends on this
circuit during his short stay here, and
many would be pleased by his return
An oil stove containing three gallons
Of oil, exploded last Saturday after
noon in the dwelling house of Oliver
Beideman. II was very fortunate, in
deed, that no one was in the room at
the time Of the eXplOsiOn-Mrs Bel
ieman having gone QUE, thus saving
her life by mere chance. Some men
passing at the time were called in aud I
.he fire eXtinguished. The same house {
,aught fire again at midnight; but c
being seen by young man passing,
he alarm was given and the house }
gain saved by miracle SENATE.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

NJ OTICE.-I, H. L, Paige. Of soutb Milford
IN Sussex county aud State OF Delaware. being
person Of full age and licensed druggist and de-
string to sell toxicating liquors upon prescrip-
ton for medical purposes, in less quantities than
one quart. not to be drunk on the premises, at ny
drug store situated son the east side OF Walnut
street, in South Milford in United School Dis
tricts Noe 2, 100, 1903 and i04 In said county. do
hereby make application for license to sell in
toxicating liquors as druggist as aforesaid woud
further state that I am now the tenant Of saia
store, the rental value theteof being the sum OF
one hundred and fifty dollars, and that the aggre-
gate cost value Of my stock constantly kept on
hand for sale, is INST less than five hundred dol
lars, ard that the following respectable citizens
lone-half Of whom at least are substantial free
hoders residing in said school districts, have AID
do recommend fha Same.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Book News.

A charming portrait of Julien Gordon, "
tile first that has been given to the public,
graces March Book News (Phila.), as the
frontispiece. Julien Gordon is Mrs. Van
Rensselaer, Cruger, of New York, the author
of - Diplomats Diary" and "a Successful
Man, " both novels recently published which
have won for themselves much popularity
and for their author literary fame. Through
out the many pages this number full. as
usual, of latest news from the publishing
world and reviews Of the newest books, are
other portraits and illustrations, which add
to the attractions of this already attractive
literary magazine
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE annual school meeting for the
South Milford district will be held on
Friday, April 8, when three eommis-
sioners will be elected to fill the places
of w. V. Sipple, James A. Pierce and
Joseph NJ. Davis, whose terms expire.
All tax payers in the district ought to
attend this meeting; but as matter Of
fact. few do.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE head Of the Singing Company,
Mr.. Harrington. is a Vermonter-a
live, energetic Yankee, who favorably
impresses all who come into contact
with him. he has been Oh the Peu-
insula during the winter and spring
and expects to go from Milford to
ChestertOWn.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THERE are 100 of the good citi
zens of Milford who have Joined a
singing class for instruction. Among
the number we noticed the name en-
rolled of Hon. John w. Causey, our
member of Congress. elect, John b.
Smith, cashier of the bank, Isaac L.
Adkins, the salesman, and many Of our
prominent ladies.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE Town Library has been insured
for seven hundred dollars. There are
now nearly thirteen hundred volumes,
aud another purchase Of hooks will
soon be made. The entertainments
given in behalfof the Library having
netted about thirty-five dollars.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

WE regret to learn that Robert Hal
lett received quite an injury from
snow ball striking him in the face a
few days ago. It is supposed that it
was an accident. The perpetrator is
as vet unknown; but the village au-
thorities are investigating.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

GEORGE H. DANIELS, colored, was
arraigned before Alderman Graham
on Wednesday last, charged with steal
ing a chicken from his aunt, Cathar-
inc Daniels Of Slaughter Neck, and
was held in 500 bail and he was sent
to jail.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE sheriff sold in front of the Dor
sey House last Saturday the Wynkoop
farm. It was purchased by George
Russell. who holds the mortgage for
So ,OOO. Twenty years ago this farm
was sold to Mr.. Wynkoop-now dead
for $40. 600; paying $4,000 in cash
and giving a mortgage for the bal
ance. This was foreelOsed; and the
farm bought by Mr.. Russell for $500
and again sold by him to the last pur-
chaser, Mrs. Wynkoop, for that
amount It was that mortgage which
was foreclosed last Saturday
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Amusements.


The Moss Family will be at Dorsey Hall
Thursday, March 26th.
Those contemplating matrimony should
see the Moss Family in "a Quick Match"
Look out for the free Musical Concert of
the Moss Family in front Of Dorsey Hall at
ana p, m. on Thursday next
The Moss Family are the only comedy
family carrying an original 'Bung- g-Town
Band' as seen in "a Quick Match"
Ifyou want choice seats for the Moss Fam
lily, procure them in time at L.atchum &
Davis store at the bridge. They are now on
sale,
''The Merry Gypsies," introduced in the
farcical comedy, "a Quick Match" by the
Misses May and Bertha Moss has made de-
cided hit.
Model servants and mischievous children
can be found only in the Moss FamilY's COM
edy, "a Quick Match" Thursday next,
March 90, in Dorsey Hall
Reserved seats now on sale at Evans
JeWeny elOIG IOI MOuuay ElSut , SuuSlll
given by the Harrington Concert Company
aud their class Of one hundred voices.
The concert to be given by the Harring-
ton Concert Company and class of one hun
dred voices next Monday night will be one
ofthe finest entertainments given in town
this season.
Everybody patronizes the Moss Family,
because their performances are clean and
full Of wit and humor, and are the theme of
praise everywhere. Reserved seats now on
sale at Latchum & Davis.
A great sensation is eansed by Squire
Skeeters gallopiug down the turnpike to
unite two as one. To be seen only in the
Moss Fanily's absurdity "A Quick Match. :"
Thursday next, March 26, in Dorsey Hall.
The Moss Family's farcical comedy "a
Quick Match" suits everybody Has plot
enough to make it interesting; comedy
enough to make it very funny; sentiment
and music enough to make it an evening
long to be remembered.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Johnson,s Grist Mill.

The mill known as Johuson's Mill now
owned by DR.. J. H. Rae is being rehtted
with new and improved machinery
for the making of -four; also corn and cob
grinder. shall be happy to see all my old
and new customers and think with 6fty years
experiences as a miller can give perfect
satisfaction
IT, 7. WILLIAMS.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Mr.. JAMES GRIER, of Philadelphia,
led the prayer meeting of the Y. P. s..
G. E. in the Presbyterian Church on
Sunday night The meeting was
very spirited one, and the leaders, re-
marks much appreciated.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THF following letters are in the
Milford post office unclaimed: J. o.
Bently, Mr.. David Coverdale, Mr..
Joseph Mosley. Miss Mary McNait,
Miss Mary E. Roach, 2, Miss Annie
E. Sharp, John H. Sharp, Charles
Wright, 2 A. It. THOMAS, P. NJ.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

SPECIAL services appropriate to
Easter will be held in the Presbyterian
Church, March 29th. The choir will
have assistance on that day. In addi-
tion to anthems. popular Easter hymns
will be sung.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Big Fat Luscious No. ]. .Mackeral at prices
that will make you smile we used to have
this sort of fish years ago. Try them now
and see if they do not call up pleasant
rememberanccs. Small Fat No. at two
for Eve cents. White fish five cents per
pound at T. D. Pierce's, Manager.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
DELAWARE BAsHAw.

This fine morse will be in Milford on
saturday. March 2sth, at Kramlich's Stables
viii, a dozen Of his colts They are fair
specimens Of their sire, and all interested
in horse-aesh, win do well to see them.
Dsar-2r-at NATHAN COOK owNER.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THIS is a good time for the ladies to
select their spring and summer gar
ments. Mrs. Reedy has the handsom-
est patterns III light dress goods ever
brought to Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE Moss Family will again visit
Milford on March goth. Their enter
tainments are always well attended,
because they are amusing and an ele-
yatOr of public morals.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Mrs. Weeks has received a much larger in
voice ofgoods this week than ever before
and is offering great bargains.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
MILFORD MENTIONS.

THE State sabbath School Conven-
tion to be held in Milford next month
will bring a great many strangers 10
this town.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Call at Halls and buy apound Of Rock
woods Premium Chocolate, return the
three labels and he will make you present
of one pouud of Rockwood's Cream Choeo-
late, the finest made.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
WALKER.

George W. Walker died at his resi-
dence in Chester county. Pennsylva-
mia. on March 10Th, 1891. He was in
his 3Sth year. About five years ago he
married Miss Mary Storm ofthis place.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Coal at Lowest Prices.

John c. Hall is prepared to deliver coal at
lowest prices. Good coal. Orders may be
left at Geo. H. Halls store, If.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE next meeting of the WOme us
Christian Temperance Union, will he
held at the home of Mrs. Mary Welch,
on Monday evening next.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
A Bargain.

The schooner Robt. R. Morris is offered
for sale or trade, for the want Of use. Ap-
ply to Geo. Reynolds at Slaughter Beach:
or address, at Milford, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Mrs. SARAH WILSON, aged 92 years,
had paralytic attack last Wednesday
night. She resides with her daughter,
Mrs. J. B Ellington, in South Mil
ford
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE dust this week has caused many
persons to inquire about the water
works. The election should be called
for at an early day in April.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

THE first shad Of the season was
caught by Lester Waterhouse and
Edward Reynolds, ,ofSlaughter Beach
on Wednesday 18th, inst.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

FARM SOLD.-Wiibur Hammond
sold at public sale fruit farm of 964
acres, located / miles south of town to
Charles Barker at Sl6.75 per acre.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Arrival of Mails.

FROM NoRrn-1o:5s AN, 6'o5p. m
FROM SoUTH- 9:3o AM
Mail leaves the Post Office twenty minutes
before each train.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

REV. H. L. BUNsTEIN will preach
Sunday morning on "a Reward of
Well Doing" and in the evening, on
MNater Without Drawing.n
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

REGULAR prayer meeting of the
Presbyterian Y. P. S. C. E. Sunday
evening. Subject, 1.-THE Right viii
Surely Triumph"
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Presto Change Cray and faded boards
made to assume their original color by ap-
plying Buckingham's Dye for the whiskers.
Il never fails to satisfy.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Each season has its own peculiar maladY;
but with the blood maintained in a state of
uniform yigor aud purify by the use of Ayers
Sarsaparilla little danger need be feared
from meteorological influences. No other
blood medicine is so safe and effective.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Pure White Leghorn Eggs for sale. Thir-
teen 70, so cents. Apply to HENRY PUsEY,
Milford, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
WORTH KNOWING.

For a first-class shave or latest style hair
cut go to Kern, South Walnut st. Ladies'
and childrens bangs shingled.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20
Hidesl Hides HidesIll

I will pay the highest cash price for all
kinds of hides delivered at J. B. Cannon's
or J. W. Hallett's butcher shop.
Remember you get paid for all your hides
weiehed-no stealing. If am not there,
Mr.. Cannon or Mr.. Hallett will attend to
you.
oct. "a, If ]. STINB.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

S4,obo 20
To be paid sheriff for summoniug witnesses
srr.or, which taken from the s2,755.o6 leaves
81. 7a4.os as the actual amount realized to
the county.
WILLIAM d. WILSON,
SAMUEL c. FISHER,
GEORGE K. PHILLIPS.
Committee.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

NOIICE.-ln compliance with the provisions
~ OF the Acts OF the General Assembly Of the
state Of Delaware regulating the sale OF intoxicat
ing liquors. hereby give notice that on Monday
the 18th day Of April next. shall make applica-
tion in writing to the Court Of General Sessions Of
the Peace and Jail Delivery then to be held At
Georgetown, in aud for Sussex county. for a Ii
eense for the keeping Of an Inn or Tavern IN the
house or hotel situate at Cedar Beach, formerly
known as Thorn Point 10 tie county and State
aforesaid, and in United School Districts Nos.
and i74 in said county, known as the Cedar Beach
Hotel, and for the sale therein oflntoxcating IL
quors in less quantities than one quart to be drunk
on the premises Of which said house or hotel and
premises am tenant end occupant. The foliow-
ing respectable ciizone six or more Of them being
substantial freeholders recommend my said ap-
pllcation:
David Mills, Alfred Swain,
bic John 2. Filzger9ld
klias shockley Of W, William Il iongfeliow,
Witness. 3. F. Hitch. Geo. ~. shockiey.
Joseph Spencer, Martin Dlcgerson,
William r. Watson his
n. l.. Watkins E ~ X Jones.
samuel Draper mark
his witness, b r Hitch,
Silas IT, n HynaOn losoph e. Daniels
mark bethuel Dickersun.
witness, B. n Hitch.
March -, 1891 GEORGE =. sCUsE.
Milford chronicle., 1891-03-20

Happy and content is a home with The 10
CHESTER alamp with the lighto the morning
Fassatazr.s. svrise Raateasy Larif es.Neas fsrA