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Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

Major Montanden came up from Benson this morning and returned home this afternoon. He says that the road between Guaymas and Ben son is crowded with business, showing a large increase over any previous time since its construction.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

The Easter services at the Presby- terian church drew out large au- dience last night, who appreciated the choice program which had been arranged. The church was beautifully decorated, and everyone went away happy.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

James Letson and Fred Henry paid Tombstone visit on Saturday. They came over from Bisbee as delegates to the Democratic Convention.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

The regular meeting of St. Pauis Guild will be held at 2 o'clock We'd nesdsy afternoon. April %, at the residence of Mrs. William Herring. A full attendance is desired, as import ant business will be transacted.
 THE SECRETARY.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24
SlOTEI. ARRIVALS.

cuCHIsE. Buck Pomeroy, Nevada. Richard Clark, Huachuca. Fred Stone, Bisbee. Thos Stevens, Bisbee.
 PALACE. F c Earl, Turquois. JIG CIibb, Los Angeles. Phil Prager, St Lonis. FL Moore, City.
 SAN JOSE. Ed Wiley, Sonora. John McCan, Bisbee. W A 7rephagen, San Francisco. J D Gilbert and wife, Turquois. L Blackburn, Nogales.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

County Recorder Bradley has added some beautiful and valuable specimens to his cabinet which he secured on his trip down to Guaymas. One of the most beautiful of the lot came from the Longfellow mine at Clifton, which he found on exhibition at No gales.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

The Tombstone members of the I. O. o. F. speak highly of their en- tertainment st Nogslss and Gusymas. At the latter place they enjoyed a steamer ride, and feasted on fish and oysters.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

Scott White came over from Bowie again to-day ard gave his testimony in the O'Brien case. He returns home tonight. O'Brien's examina- ion was continued till tomorrow, after hearing three witnesses.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

Three companies of colored troops are to be stationed at Huachuca, and the Sentinel says that an increased acreage of watermelons will be planted at once.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24
NOT A CANDIDATE.

ALBANy-The Telegram says Hill is not likely to be candidate, but if the Chicago convention cannot agree on any other, Hills name will be pres ented. The paper further states if Harrison is renominated, neither Cleveland nor Hill can carry New York, and Governor Flower is the only available man.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

Mrs. A. Adamson left to-day for Chicago, where she will remain for a month before taking her departure for Europe. She will meet her son at Heidelburg whom she has not seen for many years.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

Wm. Bradley missed the train a. Nogales yesterday, and did not get home until this evening.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24
NEWS BY WIRE.
INDIAN CITIZENS.

WAsHINGToN.-Abi bill was reported fayorably to the house to day to de- clare all Indian citizens who have at tended school ten years at the govern ment's expense provided that they are Fl years of age.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

Mir W. F. Staunton and wife, and MT. M. T. Williams came home yes terday.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24

Mrs. H. Schmieding returned today from 6 fortnight's absence in Tucson.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24
DYNAMITING IN CUBA.

DfSAAiTlNG IN CUBA.
 HAyANA-Considera excitement was caused here Thursday evening by a terrifce explosion at the church of San Nicholas where an evening ser vice was being held ard the church thronged. The explosion caused the greatest consternation, the worship. pers huddling together in terror and tine priests retiring from the pulpit The congregation left the building m panic.
 NEGRO EXODUS.
 LITTLE RocK-Four hundred negroes bound for Oklahoma, arrived here yesterday and are quartered in the houses and halls of the negro clubs, with poor prospects of arriving at their destination. The negroes are in the most destitute circumstances, many being half baked.
 EXCITEMENT IN OKLAHOMA.
 GUTHRIE-The excitement incident to the opening of the Cheyenne and Arapshoe Indian reservation is intense in all sections of Oklahoma, and from all appearances it will rival the famous opening of Oklahoma three years ago. An examination of the list of lands in the proclamation and comparison with the allotment maps sold here by the thousands show the map to be rank fraud. ORDERED TO BEHRING SEA. WAsHINGToS-The secretary of the treasury has ordered the steamers { Rush and Bear at San Francisco to prot eed at once to Port Townsend and aw ait further erders. This action in d:cates that an agreement has been reached between the United States | and Great Britain.
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24
TO FIGHT FOR SILVER.

PITTsBURG-General A. J. Warner, the Ohio represe ntative on the execu- tive committee of the National Silver association, who is in the city today, says it is intended to put the silver question thoroughly before both national conventions, and compel the parties to define their position.
 MRS. HARRISON RELAPsEs.
 WAsHINGToN-Mrs. Harrison, who yesterday was much improved, has caught a fresh cold, and is considerably worse.
 DEFINING sHANMrNG INSANITY.
 MELBoURNE-Membe of the Medi- cal board appointed to examine the
Tombstone epitaph., 1892-04-24
Aondoy's Rsjls

Mrs. J. H. Blewett came home from Bisbee to-day.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24

On Sunday while Miss Clevia Floyd was
ia attendance at early mass at Pomfret,
thieves broke in her dwelling, at Rose Hill,
and ransacked drawers and every conceiva.
bic place 10 search Of money they believed
was 10 the hnuse. Beds were thrown out on
the Hoor and every thing turned upside down,
bu; fortunately the robbers only got a small
amount Of money, nine dollars, and dress,
pair Of shoes, and pair of gloves, belonging
to Miss Mamie Barry. Miss0levia bad few
days previous sold her tobacco, and the
thieves doubtless thought they would secure
the amount received for the same, but Miss
Oleyia fortunately carried this money with
hei to church. Some silver ware, spoons,
etc., were examined by the thief or thieves,
but owing to their being marked were not
taken, doubtless for fear they might lead to
detection. The entrance TO the house was
effected through back hall window, and
when the thieves left ttey carried with them
the key OF the back door. Miss Olevia has
deposited her tobacco money in a safe, and if
the thieves return, as was doubtless their in
tention when they carried of the key, they
will make a "blank haul"
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Runaway Accidents.

The doctors of Bel Alton are having quite
a hard time to keep their respective horses
from breaking, not only their vehicles, but
necks as we'll. One day last week the horst
of Dr. Tippett became frightened at a reaper
and ran off, throwing the Doctor and Mr.
Johh Braddock, who was riding wi h him,
violently to the ground. Both gentlemen
we're considerably bruised and the vehicle wa;
badly wrecked.
On Monday last DR.. Spencer's horse became
frightened, ran off, and the Doctor was thrown
forward over the dashboard, fortunately The
herse fell and tie Doctor quickly jumped tt
his head and held him down and thus pre-
Venting him from doing further injury
Whether the trouble with their teams is due
to lack of skill on the part of the young ply
sicians, or the too high spirit Of their horses,
,r both, We have not learned, but our sug'
gestion, given gratuitous, is; that 10th gen
tletiiet should speedily purchase more quiet
animals, aha use them onlJ, until tliey learn
better how to finger the ribbons'
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24


The annual commencement exercises Of
st. Thomas Academy, took place in the hall
at Chapel Point on Monday evening last. A
large number Of friends and patrons Of the
school were present to witness the ceremonies.
The programme for the evening consisted of
TWO plays. entitled, IA worlds affair, and
''Murder will out" in which the pupils took
characters, and music, solos, duets, etc. The
ease, confidence and ability, displayed by the
fair young pupils showed CAREFUL training
and was another evidence that young ladies
taught at this we'll known school, when grad
uated, are equipped for the duties OF life
At the close of the exercises, Mr.. John j.
Hamilton, Of Washington, D. c., in the ab
sence of Rev. Father O'Connel, presented the
pupils with medals and premiums awarded to
those entitled according to standing and mer-
1t, and his remarks were timely and well suit
ed to the occasion.
The following young ladies were awarded
gold medals, Misses Louise Richmond, Mollie
Hamilton, and Fannie Richie. The follow
ing young ladies also received premiums,
Misses Hortense Gibbons, Annie Digges, Nav
Jarboe, and Anita Richie.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Reliable Salesman and Firm.

MIR. NJ. ". Huntington, of Harper & Co.,
Alexandria, Va, the well known wholesale
grocers of that city, passed through the vii
lsge on Wednesday last, while on his month
ly trip to the merchants of our county. He
Stated that his sales are continually on the in
crease and that every trip brought him new
customer. The continued increase Of sales
Of this well known house here, is due 10 two
reasons, first, the polite, courteous and bust
ness tect of their salesman, Nj Dur nington,
and secondly, to the aightforwarduess,
honesty and reliability of the firm he so
represents. No complaint is ever made by
our mefehah of Harper & Co.. of their sales
man.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Severe Losses,

On Thursday last one of the horses at
tached to Mr.. Frank p. Hamiltons reaper.
was overcome by the excessive heat Of that
day, and died the following morning from
lockjaw. TITO animal was fine Young brood
mare, and was sucking young colt. She
was valued by Nc Hamilton at not less than
$3.50. On the following day tenant house
on Mr. Iiamiltcn's farm, occupied by John
Savoy, caught fire and was burned to the
ground Savoy was sick at tie time Of the
FIRE and had TO be helped from the burning
building. Some Of the contents Of the build
ing were saved from destruction, but The
building will be, we are informed, total los;
10 Mr. Hamilton, as there was no Insurance
! on il.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Transfers of Property.

Deeds. From NJ. L. Benedict and al IL
Sarah Il. Carpenter, for part OF Bachelor
Park" $50 VIM. Wheatley and wife tC
James B. Wheatley, for part Of "HiRgns
Chance" and 'Bowlldg's Plains" love and
Affection. John e. Stone, Trustee, to Frede
rick Stone, for part Of "Bahks OF Deei" il
consideration OF premises described II. W
Clagett and al to Jane Duckett. for Burnt
ost Place. &c; Sl76. B. D. Tubman to B
F. Dement,. for part of dents Levels" and
''Cowpens Enlarged" $3.50.
Bills of sale FROM Frank Carter to Fowler
and YATES; $50
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
The Stone FaRnd.

The stone sent by the Pope of Rome to
the United States Government in 1854, TO be
placed In the Washington monument, and
which was carried away by gang of Know
Nothlngs on dark night, AMI said at the
time to have been mutilated and thrown in
the Potomac river, has been found not much
the worse for its long submersion. 1t was
found lodged against one of the piers of the
long bridge spanning the Potomac, few days
ago, by diver. The inscription Rome to
America" together with the veins of pink
and blue are clearly traceable on its clear and
polished surface The finding of the stone
has cleared up mystery that has been sub
ect of conversation among the older WASH
ingtonians for years past.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24

An old physician, retired from practice,
having had placed in his hands by an East
India missionary the formula Of IL simple veg
etable remedy for the speedy and permanent
cute Of Consumption. Bronchitis, Cttsrrh,
Asthma and all throat and Larg Affections,
also a 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 il known to his suffering fellows. Ac-
tnated by this motive and desire to relieve
human suffering. | will send free Of charg'
to all who desire it, this recipe, IN German,
French or English, with full directions for
preparing and using. Sent by mail by al
dressing with STAMP, naming this paper
W. A. MOVES, $40 Powers Block, Roches-
ter, New York. NH 6-y
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24

Probably no one thing has caused such a
general revival Of trade at W. W. Padgetfs
store as their giving away to their customers
of so many free trial bottles oil DR.. Kings
New Discovery for consumption. Their trade
is simply enormous in this very valuable ar
ticle from the fact that IT always edres and
never dsappoints. Coughs, colds, asthma.
bronchitis, Group, and all throat and Idng
diseases quickly cured. You can ttst it be-
fcts buying by getting trial bottle free,
hfs size ST. Every bottle warranted.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Good Prices.

UUOh
We have been shown the account Of sales
of kfe hogsheads bf tobacco grown by Mr..
James A. Murray, Of Bryantown, that was
sold by W H. Moore at prices ranging from
u to IL dollars per hundred POUNDS. The
splendid prices at which the crop was sold,
was due, as stated BY the commission mer-
chant, as much to its careful handling, strip
ping, and conditioning, as 10 its color and tex
ture. We have heretofore had occasion to al
luce to the care which Mr.. Murray bestows
on bis tobacco and the good prices he inyaria-
bly, gets for it in consequence, and we would
suggest that orr farmers follow that gentle
mans methods Of panstaking care, feeling
confident that all who do SO viii likewise find
profit sufficient to compensate for them their
additional time and trouble.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
commencement Exercises.

At the commencement. exercises of St.
Catharine's Normal School, Baltimore, Miss
Genevieye Thompson was one of the pupils
who graduated with honors, and who won the
medal for English composition. The valedic-
tory, in blank verse. entitled Memories, -
bv Miss Thompson, was one of the prominent
fe ,tures Of the entertainment, and was recelv-
ed With tumrlluous applause, The attractive
and accomplished YOUNG graduate is laugh
ter Of Mr. Noble \ Thompson, of Newport,
wko With Mrs Thompson was in attendance
AZ the closing exercises the school. Mr. and
Mrs Thompson, the day following tie gradua-
lion of their daughter, accompanied by her,
started on trip North where they will spend
some days in pleasant recreation.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Locds BreUittes.-
Isit hot enough for youa

Locas BreUittes..
Is Il hot enough for youi
Palm leaf fans are in demand
Nearly half Of lss: has gone by,
Ice water is recommended as good sam-
mer drink for habitual drunkards.
Teachers Association will meet in Port
Tobacco next Tuesday.
See new ad of Carriers in another column.
When visiting Washington to make purchases
in his line, give him a call.
The Potomac river steamer Tygert ran into
irer wharf IN Alexandria on "Wednesday last
and broke one of her strIugers.
The Maryland and Virginia oyster commits
sion will make an inspection Of oyster grounds
July l4kA
The weather during the past week has
shown what the thermometer can do when
the mercury is worked up. -frtt
the Democratic party in November will he
like unto the Baltimore base ball club, knock
ed out in every section.
Major Charles S. Williams, who is over 90
years OF age is lying dangerously i'll at the
home of Mr.. Walter Hamilton, near this viii
age.
We are indebted to j. II. Digges, Captain
of the cadet corps, for an invitation to attend
the ilsth annual commencement of Charlotte
Hall school, which takes place on Thursday
evening, June 30th. ia
Mr. p R. Wills says he did visit La Plata
recently and got drink or so Of that poison
Gus water; but the trouble was Reed, you
stirred it up, we fear, with Cox's Station
kill me quick"
Mrs. Denster, Of Baltimore, came down on
Tuesday to visit her brother, Dr. Spencer, OF
Bel Alton. On Wednesday that lady visited
this village, spending the day with Mrs.
I. T. Owen.
Mr.. Larney Hayden, son Of the well known
wheelwright and carriage builder at Cox's
Station, who has been in the employment Of
the B 4 P. r. II. as fireman, has been pro-
NOTED to engineer. Industry and faithful at
tentoH TO business will always reap it own re-
ward.
Mr. Walter Cox, pupil at "The Johns Hop
kins University" has Just completed his ex-
animation and won high laurpls. The pro-
fessors of the University in their report com
Dlimented him highly on his proficiency in his
stables and awarded him one OF the free schol-
arships at the Institution for another year.-
Walter is the only representative this county
has at that school.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Colt Dcad.

A valatbls three-year old cot, the prop
erty Of Lewis Gray, color=d, was ionnd dead
In one Of the stalls Of tue Centennial Hot
stab.es, in this village, early on Tuesday
morning. The animal was fat, and the night
before was apparently in perfect health. The
cause OF its death was matter Of much sres'i-
latiou, because of the fact that the amin !
died apparently without stru- gle, and there
was no outward mark indicating deatl
wound.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24

The transition from long, lingering and
painful sickness TO robust health marks an
epoch in the life of Che individual. Such a
remarkable event ID treasured in the memory
and the agency whereby the good health has
been attained IS gratefully blessed. Hence it
is that SO much is heard in praise of Electric
fittsrs. So many feel they owe their restora-
ton 70 health, to tho use OF tie Great Altera-
tive and Tonic. ffyod are troubled with ahy
disease of kidneys, liver or stomach. of long
o. short standing you will surely End relief
by use Of Electric Bitters. Sold Al soc. and
81 per bottle at WV Padgetts store.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
I)iscord.

DiscOrd.
The nominatinn of Clevelanll.at Chicago,
made the Tammauy tiger growiand show his
ugly teeth, gave Henry "aI'rrsoh Tue
'.durnps," made A,thrr Gornnn sick, ani
made our great President. liehj,n Harrison,
smile ever the easy thing the Den"er ats
had given hIm The well known refrain
Good bye Grtser, good bye" will Asal" he
,,o,,uIar after the tall elections.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Mantto Hear From Him.

Mr. Joseph II. Duty, Of Pomfret, OIL
Tuesday last, received a letter from Sister
Irene, Of New York, making inquiry Of George
Stanton, who was sent as small boy from
Catholic Institution IN that CITY several
years ago to Mr. Duffy. George lisa robust
industrious aud relilb young man. au'l so
Mr.. Duff wiiEinform the Sister whsn he an
swers her letter Of inquiry.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
4 Coaching par,y.

MIR. C. Grayson, bf Towson, and Mrs
Charles Riagley and MISS Eliza Rdgley, o.
Hampton, Baltimore county, who have been
making coaching trip through Southern
Maryland examining old records and visiting
places of ancient interest arrived in Port To-
bacco on Friday evening from Leonardtown
The ladies spent the night with YRS. Boswell,
at ''Chandlet's Hope" Mr.. Grayson stop
ping at the Centennial. The forenoon OF Sat
tirday was spent in looking at thu old records,
court house, church and other buildings
Miss Ridgley had a kodac. which she used
in making pictures of places of interest. The
court house 'front.' with The bunch of grass
growing, was taken and, III The future, in the
progressive county of Baltimore, the grass
growing id our public buildings will hereafter
cause merrimenti and will help to make us APP
pear TO Baltimore county people in our true
light, that is, that we are satisfied with things
as they are, and not as they ought to be-
The party left for home on the noon train
Monday.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Postal changes.

new postoffice has heen established in
the 9Th district, which has been named Du
iscis with Frank A.. Owens ss postmaster
Special mail service will be from Charlotte
Hall.
Special mail service from Harris Lot to
Cooksey in the 5.h district, has been discon-
tinued.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24

Whoever is bowed down and oppressed viii
''feel like himself again after dose Of DR.
Fenner's Capitol Btters. Elevates all the vita
functions, giving appetite aud strength. A
full dose relieves pain and produces sleep a
night. For old people, women, invalids, and
to ward off disease. For sale ny all dealer;
and W. W Padgett, Port Tobacco.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Orphans Cont.

Orphans Cont. @7s siif stf-9
The orphans Court was ii ssssioi Oh
Tuesday last Sith two Judges, S. iidrrs aud
Richnond. present. s'''a
The first guardian account or John and
Wash Ware, was passed b a HySey, g'inr-
dian. fA1# M ri
The third aud anal arrohni Of Richard
Wade vas p4,>ri by O. Il Made. ailinistra-
Ter, aui an order for audit Of sirid estate wa
passed. +
Application for letters OF administration OF
the estate OF the late John a. Swami, Ma!
made by James Z Swami.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Delegates Appointed.


The School Commissioners met in Port
Tobacco on Tuesday last for the transaction
of general business. The Board contributed
ten dollars to the Maryland Stale Progressive
Teachers Association, Colored, and appointed
J II. A Schureman and Miss Mamie +
Thomas, teachers in the colored schools Of
this county to atten the meeting of the Asso-
citation, which meets in Annapolis on July
It'll and sth $50.
Delegates from the corps of county teachers
were also appointed TO attend lheannuel State,
white teachers association, which meets al
the Blne Hs0intlin Hlase, Western uaryl nd
Gu July 9Th. 9Th, and 18th, Those selected
WERE, Misses NJ. E. iIpdgrs tnd Birdie G.
Pennington, ami Nessrs f. DfMu N tud r
r. Hancock. The Exa.ni Ter, Mr.. q. Worth
ington Berry, and Dr. Boarnat, Wilt also at
tend the meeting Of the association.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24

Steam navigation was once looked upon
win doubt. So was the power OF DR.. Fen
n.r's Cough Honey to relieve any cough in one
ho1F. until thousands Of trials demonstrated
rhe fact. Equally good for horses. Gives
energy and strength Money refunded il sat
isf,cton not given, For sale 81 an dealers
ami ". " Padsett, PORT rVIareo.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Small Pox.

A schooner from Philadelphia loaded with
fertilizer material arrived at Alexandria lust
week, with the Captain suffering from the
small pox. The vessel was ordered from the
wharf and now lies in the stream above that
city within the District of Columbia limits. -
A feeling OF uneasiness prevails in Alexandria
in consequence of the nearness OF the dreaded
disease.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24
Arm Broken.

Frank Hall, young mechanic Of Alex
andria, while at work a; Marshall Hall a few
days ago, fell from scalfold and broke his
arm. He was carried back 10 Alexandria,
where he received the proper medical atten-
ton.
Maryland independent. [volume] (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1874-current, 1892-06-24

Why isn't this good thing? Dr. Fenner's
Kidney and Backache Cure is warranted TO
give satisfaction in every case or money re-
turned: Such proposition coudn' be
thought OF if the medicine WASN'T superior to
ali others. For sale by all dealers and W. W.
padyett, Port Tobacco.