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Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

word not to attempt TO see him. A de-
tectivc came from IA distance and after
time an arrest was made. A man was
brought 10 trial, and the proof was so
strong that he was convicted; and,
given TO frankneBs and the truth, he
acknowledged that he had committed
the murder Shortly after sentence had
been passed upon him he turned % Al
freds, who stood near him, and said:
~ thought you suspected me when
brought your breakfast To you last
Christmas morning, nearly Il year ago. ="
IL was another Christmas morning
and the day was brjGbt
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

''In days gone by the business mar
used 70 take his pen In hand" begaI
Snooper.
And nowadays he takes his typo
writer in his arms" added Skidmore--
jury.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
lie nIh WIthnnt ~.

Miss Sweetser-Will you come up %
the Christmas gathering tonight? ]
shall be there.
Jack Rcddy-With pleasure. Am I
expected 10 bring anything
Miss Sweetser-No; but you might
fetch n spray Of mistletoe.-Puck.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
Abs Compliments.

"Iwish those horrid mosquitoes would
let me alone, said mamma
81 don't blame 'em, mamma" rc
turned Abncr. You're pretty sweet
--IIarper's Young People.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
MntunI Conceanions.

Manning-Were your differences hon
orably and amicably settled?
Banning-Yes.
Manning-Who conducted the nego.
tiations?
Banning-I did.
Manning-And what was the settle
ment?
Banning-I agreed to retract my re-
marks and he agreed not to horse-whip
me.-Puck
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

N ron wanted % brenk with x1r
you h~d been paying atr~nfion sn f0
some time. what wouid yuu d.
send her box q cut Sewers q
course ~-- Chicago News Re~nrvA
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

why dlE vou take your bike up ~
th- heIul-vard where the ruusin mrw
h@rdT"
That's why The roa<ts are tn%
blamed hard Th~y huFt--Jury
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
Liked Chnrch-G Going.

Little Boy-rm glad I'm goin' TO
church tomorrow.
Good Minister-I am delighted 20 hear
that. You love to go TO church, don't
you?
Little Boy-Yes, indeed always get
so hungry that dinner tastes twice ms
good.-Good News
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

"Ah, my son, when are you going %
settle down? Remember that n roll
ing stone gathers no moss"
"No; but Il gets a tremendous polish. "
-IInrpcr's Bazar.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
An Instance Given.

Teachcr-Does heat always expand
and cold always contract?
Tommy Taddles-Cold expands somo
times
"Indccd? What does cold cxpand%
Goal ls."-Detroit Free Press.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

boast Of the neighborhood that she
could parse anything. / say mysteri-
Gus, for parsing was vague mystery to
many people who were glib in repeat
ing this bit Of commendable brag.
Ruth, from the first moment of Alfreds'
iU,pr sonment, showed a sympathetic
inter est in him. He had dreamy eyes,
waving chestnut hair, and was there
fore innocent. In the afternoon, when
the Jail corridor was lighted by the sun,
she often placed her rocking chair near
the door Of Alfreds' cell, and sitting
there sewed and talked TO him.
Would you let me out II you could
get the key?" he asked, one day.
She pretended TO pout. why should
/? You'd run away and then I'd not
have anybody to- talk to-"
But II stay here TO talk TO you
shall be hanged"
"Yes. but a woman would rather talk
TO a man, even II he is TO be hanged for
Il, than not TO talk at ALL"
What an odd little creature you are,
Miss Ruth"
"Oh, you think I'm odd, do you? That
isn't very kind of you. was in hopes
that | was something besides odd.
Anybody can be odd"
But anybody can't have your sort Of
oddity."
''Oh. then, I've got the oldest sort OF
oddity. don't know whether To like
that or not. DO you know that you are
the only man ! ever met that didn't try
TO ilat.-r mc?'
"I didn't know II, but II am, why,
must be thankful for the distinction"
'Oh, you must, must you, Mr.. Sar-
casm2 Why don't you tell me something
about yoursclf?" she asked. after a
moments pause.
81 have-I have told you that am
innocent"
"Oh, that isn't anything. Anybody
can be innocent. Where do your people
liver
81 haven't any people"
"Well, where do you come from?"
81 have come from Il place wher'
there was no happiness 10 place where
nothing but misery and disgrace can b'
expected" 49,,
that way, Mr.. Alfrcds."
"And would you expect me 10 inspire
gayety, Miss Rutb?'
"No, don't think ! ought TO expec
that. But you are not without friends
Mr.. Alfreds. Most all the ladies in thi
town are interested I'm you"
"Women are ever Interested in u mar
who Is about 10 be hanged" hc replied
"Oh, don't talk about being hanged
don't see how they can hang you, yo'
are 30 nice" He laughed. II don't;
really don't. Now II you were some ugly
good-for-nothing thing, IL would be diff
fcrcnt. You follow my advice: Whei
you are taken into court look just a
pleasant as you can"
"Unfortunately. Miss Ruth, the jur,
will not be composed OF women"
"wcll, don't you fear. think 1t viii
cope opt ~ right"
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

She faaxinT talked for an houri-for
must shink nm very fond ~ fh~ "uunn
Of my own vuice
Ha-You saisI yos liked rausie---Esss
ga. Il. N1Nss
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
No, he'd better 60"

Alfrcds did not leave the neighbor-
hood. He was Stunned by men and
frowncd upon by women, now that h
had the disgrace OF murder without the
romance Of hanging. He did not at
tempt to see Ruth, and had sent her
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
At CHAMPION CITY.

Hilarious Christmas BIowonf In the spread
EagIe THAR.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

Stayaft Hoimes-Wes your exps<u
eton at1rcw--fai7
Arctie Explorer vs4s we gut bneiE---
Puck
r~~a@~str EHowrtG
Mother Cat o baIIi-Are yon enluyf1H
yourself. dcar7
Daurhter-No. I'm not
sswhat ia tine matrerT"
..Tr- refused George nlx danc<s h2nd
running. aad h do~sn't seems zis~r.nls
hir"-S. Y. We~h4X.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
proof of Affection.

Rich Merchant Ito his daughter)-I
say, Emma, | think that young man
who calls on you so much really means
business
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
BAD OUTLOOK FOR A CHICKEN DIN


Deacon Watson Doan' yo' t'ink Il
crulc ter keep dat dog chained ur al
de time?
Farmer Smithers-Oh, let him looss
ut night!-Puck.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23
Emma-What makes Won think sol?

MISUNDERSTANDING, except he called
at the commercial agency last week to
find out how much was really worth.
Texas Siftings.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

W~4~urs fsr w~~~mc~s
"Ft-s not the riwhe sort ~ fs~iimw.
perhaps. 6ut nc chriHtmaz Ikn no xfw~
tusr a. valuabie pre.ents 4s l r~cets~t
so do l. Ny wifs - ruinR t0 Eiww
n7e hmndr~st-dnllmr drr~minw WuwmL
and I am <oinx - give Der a hunar~<sL
dollar cheek to pay for lt--Elssl
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1892-12-23

HOODS PILLS are purely vegetable, and do
nst purge, pain or gripe. Sold By I'll druggists.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23
v. B. SHARP & CO.,
Fourth and Market Streets,

We now offer the balance,
of our Misses and Ladies ,
Fall and Winter Coats an
Jackets at the following re
du ctions TO make room for
our spring arrivals.
Misses Garments.
Gray Cancels Hair, trim
med with China seal, were
$14, now 50; Is years; same
in tan Cancels Hair, IA
years.
Tan Cheyiot trimmed with,
silver fox, were $l2, now IS
II years.
Twilled Cheviot in black,
trimmed with gray Astra-
khan cloth, were $40, now
81; l6 and Is years.
Tan Cheviot trimmed
with Sable, were $l9, now
$40; IA and lG years.
Black Chevlot, with AS
trakhan fur collar, were
$3.50, now $3.50; IA, 1G ant
19 years.
Twilled Cheviot in blacl
and blue, were $3.50, nov
$3.50; l6 years,
Gray Cancels Hair, trim
med with Moufflon, We're $40
now $3.50; IA and l6 years
Dark blue Cheviot Reef.
ers, were 81, now 1915; IA
l6 and Is years.
Twilled Cheviot in black
were $3.50, now $3.50; Il
years.
Blue Cheviot,were $3.50
new S2.75; Is years.
Black Cheyiot, were IS.
so, now 81; Is and Is years
Brown and gray striped
Cheviots, were $3.50, nov
$3.50; II and Is years,
Twilled Cheviot in tan
trimmed with brown Astra
khan, were S14, now 50; l..
and l6 years. --....,.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23

Every day Is a busy day ut the great
slaughter sale OF ladies' and children's
coats. 1t seems es II the rush would
never stop. The salesladles were kept
busy wrapping up bundles. Every
five minutes you could hear the ring
ing voices of 'T'll take that" please
wait upon mel" So it keeps up. Ladies'
and children's coats sold at one-iifth
their value.
Look at these bargains and see what
you think OF them:-
25 ladies' long newmarketS In all
colors.
$l.4S, cost to manufacture SIS.
35 lndies'long Newmarkets with deep
military capes in all styles and colors,
to go at $3.50. sold elsewhere at $lS.
25 la1ies' short stocklnet coats, hand
somely made, to so ut $l.00, actual
cost TO make So
We have few handsome plush coats
left as low as IS.
Is ladies' black beaver coats with
handsome fur collars and ornaments,
to go at $2,S1, sold in other stores at
Sl2 and SIS each.
ID children's coats Left, in all sizes
and styles,to go at $l.48, worth IS and
$40 each.
Is ladies' sample ready-made suits in
the latest shades, handsomely made
and trimmed. to go at u. eS, guaranteed
to be worth SIS each.
lot of ladies' short coats, some plain
and Others fur-trimmed: we will put
the lot together nd sell them for 81. IS
each.
25 pair of fine lace curtains all i'm
ported samples 40 cents, cost the man
ufaeturer $500.
10 pairs OF much finer Lace Curtains
$1.00. cost to manufacture IS.
25 pairs of line Silk Velour Curtains
$l.00, cost the importer $500.
25 much higher cost silk Curtains
$3.50. cost importer $1,000.
80 handsome China silk Scarfs to go
at 800.
40 fine Cloth Scnrfs handsomely en-
broldered, to DO slaughtered at Acc
each
500 yards of Lancaster Bingham left
i to go at &c a yard.
$50 yards OF muslin to 20 at SC per
yard.
so pair of ladies' corsets left.all lead
ing makes, to 90 at 25cts. pair
200 gents shirts in all the best makes
| laundried and unlaundried worth
$l.25 and 81 50, to go at 40 and 60 cts
| Do not fail to call at this great
sale as our time Is nearing an end
The store will be open from a.
III. to 8 p. m,
Remember the number, 2oi Market
street. Wilmington. Dol.
Family druggist, 9th and Poplar
| Fell.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23
FIFTH EDITION.


The Y. NJ. Q. A. held a reception
yesterday ut their headquarters,
No. 1907 Market street. The exterior,
as well as the interiorof the building
was handsomely decorated with flags,
bunting and portraits OF George WASH
lington, In whose honor the reception
was held.
A concert of excellent music was
given at 2 O'Clock, by an orchestra of
Hour pieces, which continued for one
hour. This was followed by vocal and
instrumental music, and several very
line selections We're rendered. EXhib-
lions of line guitar playing were given
10y Professor Schemerhorn. which
caused his recall again and again. A
scientific explanation of tho use of
the gymnasium was given by w. T..
Holman, the physical director, and
ono OF the pupils was used to show
what muscles are developed by GER
tain movements, and also that the
work is accomplished on q scientific
basis.
The exercises closed at $50 o'clock,
and were resumed again at Z o'clock
in the evening, when the building was
crowded with young mon and their
friends Entertainments were given
in the reading room. the gymnasium
and the hall. Excellent vocal and in
Icii was klNpii, anu WIN
the recitations were literally applaud
ed. A shadengraph exhibition was
given from 9 until 10 o'clock and
proved a decided hit. This was the
first exhibition OF the kind ever given
in this city. During the evening an
abundance OF excellent refreshments
were served by u corps of ladies', UNI
der the direction OF Mrs. g. d. Lincoln,
the president OF the auxiliary.
Credit is duo General Secretary j. r.
King, and his assistants, especially
the ladies', for the great success OF the
entire reception. Each guest was pre-
scented with an envelope In which was
a circular letter, Il prospectus OF the
work of the Asso citation and u blank
application for mem bership. 1t is
hoped this plan will bring In many
lneW memDers.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23
i LpaJpas they deemedS
NJ HA yaya n skatcH


Judge Ball disposed of the following
cases mt this mornings session OF tho
Court:
owen Mcbride and Thomas Barry
for being drunk, fined 81 or 20 days
each.
Alexander Wheatley, Geo. Valentine
and Annie DUNCAN, colored, charged
with disorderly conduct, were dis
Maggie Clark and Patrick Moore,
drunk, were each lined 50 and costs.
John Newell, drunk, committed to
Farnhurst.
William Welsh drunk, fined. recon-
Ellen Dougherty. COL, charged with
the larceny OF $40, the prop
erty OF Mary Turner, residing at 90l
Tatnall street.
She was held in the sum OF $500 for
Court.
Lizzie Wilson, colored, charged by
Julia Butler, Goiored, with stealing
dress and aprons from her, was held
in the sum OF 5000 ball for court.
Carrie Crisden WAS held in the sum
of 800 as witness.
Wright King, charged with procur-
ling goods from j. Il. Hudson on the
orders purpolting to be given by MIR.
John Mealoy, his step'fdther, was held
i'm 1900 bail for court.
Ella OFT, charged with selling liquor
illegally, plead guilty, ana was lined
,a59 and costs
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23
Dots.

Bush's, French street wharf, Is the
place to buy your coal.
Rev. John Y Dobbins, ofGrace NJ. E.
Church, is visiting his father. who is
very Ill, and it is feared that his days
on earth are drawing toward close.
Eliza Moore died at the residence of
her sister, Mrs. Horace Rudolph, at
Moore's Station, Del, County, Pa, on
Sunday. Her remains will be brought
TO this city on Wednesday, and will be
inferred In theWiimington andBrandy-
wine Cemetery.
Bishop Coleman started last even
Ing, on his tour through the South.
We wish him a pleasant trip, and a
safe return at an early date.
Joseph Pyle OF mis- city delivered an
address to tribe OF the |. o. X. NJ, at
Berlin Md. on Monday on the occa-
sion OF public observance OF Wash
ington's birthday.
Tho Claymont Cunning Club beat
| the Grubbs Corner Club in shooting
| match on Saturday last. The score of
the winning club was ID points out of
lo5, against 70 points by tho losers.
The body of Frank Peters. second
| officer of the bark Grape, who died
suddenly on Saturday, February IL, Is
lying unclaimed at New Castle.
The Republican municipal nomina
| ton for the city of New Castle will be
| held on Saturday night. February 27
mt a public meeting. The city election
will be held on Saturday, April 10.
| WrecKers with a steamer and diving
apparatus are ut work trying to raise
the w. d n. shifting engine No. Q
| which was dumped into New Castle
harbor by collision on Saturday last
The Lennpe Steam Fire Engine anr
Hook and Ladder Company of New
Castle hive decided TO build a new en-
CINE house.
Professor Herman Linde has madt
an engagement to give readings iron
Shakespeare at the Opera House, 70
the benefit OF the Homeopatic Hospi
tai.
Tho twelfth annual ball OF the Non
paricl Association of the Fame Hos
Fire Company will be given in the Gel
man Turner'S Hall, on April 70.
Grand Master Foulli of tito 40 Z
w, and his staff wont to ST. George
last evening and Installed new lodge
IL. $. Browns chico That was recent
Is damaged by a w. IL n. railroai
shifter, is being torn down aad will b
rebuilt.
State Senator James McMullin of 81
Georges Hundred, visited our city o
Monday. ..
Mr.. Horace @. YanTrimp and famil
paid Mr.. Harry Holt visit on Mundal
Mr.. V. holds good position III Til
Camden Trust Company.
Joseph Hangloy, belonging to III
crow OF the U. s. Survey steamer ha
, the toes of one of his feet so badly il
iured by piece Of pianking falling o
them few days ago, that DR.. Jos
} Smith ampgtation necessary.
Horny Baird has been selected /
teach tho class In West Presbyteria
Church. formerly taught by the lai
r John F. Mclean.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23

Feb.
e "a. A. II. Tyson, horses. Chester.
"a Furniture. 1895 NanlIurrn street.
~ Clark estate, Court House.
% Il H. lieeson, Brandywine H'd,
IS, Tybout Il Slack, New Castle II d.
2S, Furniture. No. Ill Wilson street
e., A. Huyd, Mill Creek I'D
20. Peoples & Wilson. Christ'a HID
20. Sale of furniture dis Market st.
20, Mock & Potter, sale of COWS, N.
G. Co.. Del.
IS %. q. Z. Marr's Court House.
2A. McElwee Estate, Mill Creek H'd.
~. Geo. X. Mousley Ghristiana H'd.
!, Lobdcll Car Wheel Co., City.
], John Moody New Castle Hd.
9. c. Schwenicman. Newport, Del.
3, Mary \. Hin, st. Georges H'd.
3. jos, Gould's farm near Newport.
q. Evan Ainscow, Boothwyn. Pa.
Z. Edward Comfy, PcnCuder HID.
& Ex'rs oil Il. Jackson, N. q. Hd,
10. Thomas A, Betty. Brandy HID.
10, Thomas a Betty.
10. Evan w Lewis. Newark,
10, Jas. Anderson, Christian lid.
10. Furniture 1000 West street.
u, Furniture slI West 9th street
IA, Simpson K Mousley, w. O. q. HID.
10. NJ. j. q. H. Brown, N. q. HID
lb Ben1. Atwell. iirandywine Hd,
~. johnson and Husbands ELAN Pa
II, Atwood Wclden, n. @. Hd.
If. II. p. Bullen, IIarc's Corner.
81, Samuel Dennison, Mill Greek II d
y, Samuel Jackson. New Castle.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23
Eel, pure drugs, 9Th and Poplar.


Memorial service wus held in Made.
10y NJ. Il. Church last evening, to en-
phasi8n the deeeaSc OF Mrs. Enorh r.
llrndllS, who died on Saturday last.
a eHlOgiam was pronounced by Mr
Dunbraceo. her class loader. as Ge os-
tecmrd her highly, and wished ali To
emulate her piety and many virtues.
Rev. Mr.. Atkins also made a brief adj.
dIess in which he sought to impress
on the miitd5 OF all present that death
hath all sea1on5 for his oNn, and when
one is stricken down IN early woman.
hood it is I'M admGntion to all TO be
always ready for tn al hour you dream
not sou may die. Her remains were
deposited IN Hiycryia% Gemstery.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23
Third edition.
OUR FL.G1, THERE.
The Star spans .ed ,s.,nncr Raised at
Goldey's Commercial College.

The Star spang.ea .s.,nncr Raised at
Goldey's Commercial College.
Yesterday afternoon. Washington's
birthday, was ono of the most appro-
priate Seasons that could hlye been So
lected for raising the flag OF our
country, and professor Goidey, ever
alive TO embrace an opportunity,
determined to raise the iag recent
iy presented to the college by the
teachers and graduates.
The exercises took place In Institute
Hall, in which the college is located,
and were of u most pleasing nature.
The interior and exterior of the room
were handsomely decorated A he
State Fencibles Band occupied a place
In the gallery, and opened the eNor-
clses with national air. after which
Mayor Wiley, who occupied the chair,
made brief address, which was re-
celved With applause.
The flag was then presented to Pro
! lessor Goluey by Wesley Mecteer on
behalf OF the donors. 1t was received
with All appropriate, but brief address
by Professor Goldey, which was llber-
: ally appluddei by tue audience.
The audience then sang America, u
after which Daniel Ross recited "Shert-
dams Ride" Miss A. itstella Morley
responded with recitation entitled
How Sheridan t'ame.' The State Fem
cible Band played Marching Through
Georgia" and In the absence of Dr.
Evan g. Shortlidge, who was to deliy-
er an address, Past Department Com
mander A. j. Woodmau volunteered
to fill the vacancy. lie spoke briefly
and referred to Washington in such a
manner as to elict applause, Ii, w.
Zimmerman sang with much express
sion" American STAR and the applause
that followed echoed through the hall
The exercises closed III the hall will
q speech by Past Depart ment Com
mander Ayars, and the singing OF
sColumbia, the Gem of the Ocean"
The scholars We're then formed il
double file, and after marching down
stairs took position on Market street
above Eighth. In few minutes ami,
the cheers of the large assembling,
that had gathered on the street anc
\ the band playing the star Spangle,
: Banner" the flag was raised and lloatct
proudly in the breeze.
The affair was grand success
throughout, and great credit IS du,
the committee having the matter il
charge, which was MS follows: ..
For the college, H. V. Pyle, chair
man; Miss Florence b. Upton, Mis-
3 Sallie b. Newlin, Miss Estella Morle.
and s. c. Hill. For the q. A. r., Mayo
Wiley, Charles \. Foster, Peter Il
Ayars, Daniel Ross A. j. Woodmal
and DR.. L. G. Shortlldge.
mo wrong without a remedy" say
the legal maxim, When the wrong /
piles the remedy Is Old Sauls Pill
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23
Telrs pure drugs, 9Th and Poplar.


Paul Bright has purchased tho r6sl-
dence OF jill Hoileeker, Jr., at the cor
Ter of Delaware avenue and West
streets. and will tnke possession of il
In few days. Mr.. Hot1ecker proposes
to erect handsome residence in the
western part Of the city, and will board
at the Clayton House until the work
shall be completed.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23

At II O'Clock this forenoon the great
legal battle over the assessments OF
Wilmington commenced before Chan
cellor Salisbury. At that hour the
Chancellor was In his seat, the Levy
Court filed In and occupied the jury
seats to the right. Ex-Secretary Bay
ard md Charles b. Lore, Esq, counsel
for Clerk of t. Peace Biggs and L. G.
Bradford and w. @. Spruance, ESQ,
counsel for the Levy Court took seats
at the table. Others came in and fill.
cd the United States Court room to
Overlooking.
Chancellor Salisbury declaring him
self ready to proceed Mr.. Lore read
the bill filed by W. z. Biggs before the
Chancellor asking for u restraining or
der on the Levy Court. Mr. Bradford
bill, for the majority of the Levy Court
and John II. Rodney read the reply OF
the minority of the Levy Court. 1t
having been agreed to argue the case
on its merits without evidence, MIR.
Lore proceeded to discuss the queS-
Ition. AS the Levy Court mad already
ordered stricken from the assessment
ilists. two names added contrary to law
the 9th allegation fell. He then pro-
Iceeded to discuss the right OF the Levy
Court TO strike OFF names from the
lists.
He discussed at length the word "le-
Igallyh as 1t appeared in the amended
law Of 1881, that was claimed to give
the Levy Court the right 10 .s.sils OIL
Ia paIpas they deemedsa M *
ed. He gave a sketch
men. laws for tfA last hundred Years,
to show how carefully the rights of a
voter were guarded to keep his name
on the assessment, and from this he
argued that no such arbitrary power
as was claimed by the Levy Court un-
der the little word legally" was eyer
intended.
All legislation before 1881, restricted
the Levy Court, but the act of that
year II construed to give the Levy
Court the power to strike off any
name it discovered Illegally assessed;
ill was clothing 1t with a dangero us
.lpo wer that made them the judges OF
the law. MIR. Lore spoke until | o'clock
when Mr.. Bradford commenced his
lreDly,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23

Yesterday, twenty three young mon
OF the cavalry of Pennsylvania Mill
tary Academy at Chester, passed
this city, on route to New
Castla- Upon their arrival In that city
they were welcomed, and on their re-
turn stopped at Troop BIS armory. to
nay their respects to Captain Rico.
They were taken in charge by Ser-
geant Fields aud escorted around the
city. a ter which they took dinner with
the Sers
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1892-02-23

Several custom made pants made
for $500 and 5000, (uncalled forl to go
for $3.50. 0verc0ats 500. Odd vests
$3.50. L. 4 L. Tailors SCI Market. $.