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Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Peninsula Not

Harrington has building boom
Governor Reynolds is preparing
Doyer's new Baptist Church is ab
pieted.
The number Of OfOaice-seekers is
crease.
GEORGETOWN will not erect Fhe e1pee',
Superintendent GRAY is visiting the publi
schools in Sussex.
Middletowr's creamery association is fight
ing oleomaFgafine.
Armory n E. Church of Dovef, will be
dedicated next Sunday.
The preachers report times brisk inSthe
Sussex matrimonial market.
Representative-elect Hez. Harrington win
retire from the mercantile trade.
Sunday schools down the State are prepar-
ing for Christmas entertainments.
More grain Is being shipped from the Chop
tank river than was ever known before.
The cost ofrepairing Lewes NJ. z. Church
W s2ISo All but $3.50 has been paid.
The railroads are out with announcements
OF reduced rates daring the holiday week.
Samuel J. Reynolds is said 10 have the in
side track in the race for postmaster az
There are ffty-seven cases of measles
among the scholars Of the public schools of
Georgetown.
An entertainment for the benefit OF Mid
dietown's hose company will begin on
Christmas night.
AT Ocean View Cornelius NAPLES of Phil
adelPhia, ana Miss Annie E. Evans were
married recently.
The engineers in charge of the dredging |
ot Laurel river haYe arrived, ard the work |
will begin at once.
B. B. Allen Of Smyrna, is pushing his
'laims to the position Of United States Mar
hal for Delaware.
The Peninsula Horticultural Society will
iold its sixth annual session in Dover on jan
Iary 10, II and II next
The oyster dredgers at Bowers Beach say
hat the season has proven failure. They
1und the oysters in bad condition and the
atches very small.
Joseph S. Collins and son and George
ing OF Georgetown, went opossum hunt
lg few nights ago and caught twenty six
possums and two rabbits.
Captain Ebenezer F. Lewes, an old and I
ell-knowu retired farmer living near Bay '
lew died at 9 O'Clock Saturday morning Of {
d oge. He was 90 years of age.
A petition will be introduced in the next
legislature to grant Smyrna the privilege of
suiHg twenty year bonds at low rate Of
terest for the purpose Of sewering the town :,
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Special.

Many people are not aware Of the fact that
they can purchase glasses for Christmas
presents and have them exchanged and an
examination of eyes made after they are
presented. Queen & Co do this, and you
should consult their specialist, who will be
in Milford on Tuesday, December 2oth, at
Grange Hall from s a. m. to 4 p. IN.
All kinds of saving done at lowest prices
Dec. Q, At H, BARBER.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

A two story dwelling at corner of 3rd
aud Montgomery streets, which was part
ofthe Geo. P. Minors estate, was sold
last Saturday afternoon at public sale
for Sgoe-subject to a ground reut of SIS
oer wear. w. I. Simpson was the pur-
chaser.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

lat Saturday was a busy day with
our merchants-and had the storm not
prevented many from coming to town.
hundreds of dollars more would have
been expended for Christmas goods in
Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

MILFORD was in darkness last Tuesday
night, caused by the pump which feeds
the boiler breaking down. 1t has been
repaired and an inspector will be put on
which will obviate trouble of this char
acter.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

THE next meeting of the Willing
Workers will be held at the residence of
Mrs. w. II. Davis on Second street, South
Milford, on Friday, December goth. A
full attendance is desired, as they con-
template having a social early in Janu-
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

CORN has ranged from AZ to 43 cents
in Milford during the past two weeks, and
thousands ofb yhels have been delivered
to buyers here and along the Mispillion
river at those figures.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

HERE is unique item which we take
from the Church NezOS of this town It
followed the obituary notices and pre-.
ceded the marriage items, and in its pc
culiar way explains why the issue was
delayed week this month:
This paper ran behind a week this
month on account of one of its workmen
having a rush Of blood (?) to the head I
(the manager), thank everybody for their
kindness to me whilst in a torpid state
am going to try it over again, but in
very different shape, and assure you it
will not occur again.
We have heard it called rush Of blood"
before, but torpid state" is a new one
'If at first you don't succeed, try, try
again."
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Are your children subject to crouPf II so,
Won sbouId never BE- without a bottle of
t,hamberlaiu's Cough Remedy. II is a GER
tain cure for cronp, and has never been
known to fail. II given freely as soon as
the croupy cough appears it will prevent the
attack Il is the sole reliance with thous-
ands Of mothers who have cfoupy children,
and never disappoints them There is no
danger in giving this Remedy in large aud
frequent doses, as it contains nothing 'rJur-
ious. so cent bottlet for sale BY Druggists.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

WE learn from Mr.. Edward williams
Of FIRE last Sunday evening which con-
sumed the oue-story residence Of John
Walls on his farm near Jefferson's Cross
Roads. It caught in the roof and con
sumed everything in the house. s1un :
six small children. and the loss of bis
home is a severe blow to him.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Female weakness Positive Cure

To The EDIToR:-Please inform your
readers that have a positive remedy for
the thousand aud one ills which arise from
derauged female organs. I shall be giad to
send two bottles Of my remedy FREE 10 any
lady if thev will send their Expfess ana Z.
o. address. Yours respectfully. DR. W. b
MARCHISI, 90 GEEBssKz ST., UTICA, N.H'
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

THE weather was against business for
several days, but this is ideal weather for
Christmas. Mrs. Annie Jump says that
the cold weather and poultry money has
made her business boom.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

There will be special services ia the
Ave. NJ. e. Church Sunday. In the
morning an appropriate sermon will be
preached, Grd in the evening a concert.
Seeprogram elsewhese. EpwOrth League
will begin promptly at $50 and closeat
IS so that all can attend the concert.
Subject, visit of the Shepherds, Luke,
. 500
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

THE Willing Workers packed box
for the Avery Mission at No. I, Henry
street, New York. Thirty-two garments,
made by the members of the society, we're
sent for the poor little children of the
! Ssion.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

The following letters remain uncalled
for in the Milford post Office: Chas. E
Cook, Miss Anna E. Davis, Miss Mamie
Evans, Mrs Julian Hudson, Mrs Anna
Hudson, Mr.. Samuel Shockley.
A. T. THOMAS, P. NJ.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

A. the public sales this fall prices have
-.a.,ad high. On Tuesday last at Nathan
-.-.'.,.,,,s ~ sale cows sold from $40 to $50
..cb. and a pair Of two=Sesz-oid S,,sI, s:s.
brought $40. A promising four-yeaT9
-, mare was bid off at $4,000, and
se.5der sold at 81 50 per stack, and st
svom g. tof fzso per stack
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
For Sale.

On December 18TH, at Windsor's Hotel,
at O'Clock p m, one two-story house in
SoNth Milford now in tenure Of John H.
Johnson. R p DAVIS, Admr,
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Christmas, at Halls Come ii
For Sale.

For cash, or approved notes, three bay
Mares good workers and drivers; one pair
matched. One black gelding coming four
years old. Also a farming outfit of wagons,
harness, tools and machines
Dec 9, 1t. JNO H. CHAPMAN, Lincoln, Del
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

PROF. PORTER will give an entertain
ment Of magic and ventriloquism with
music at the Chapel next Wednesday
night. Admission 10 cts; let everybody
come.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
ink and Gloria Umbrellas. at HaIl,s.
Poultry wanted.

I want two tons of dressed poultry, for
the holidays, which the highest cash price
will be paid. Apply at my store next door
to the post Office.
Nov. II, 2mo l. T. HANDY.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
RYAN.

W Ryan died on Sunday afternoon
last at his reside ce about four miles
southwest Of Milford, aged about 90
years. The remains we're inferred at
Stavtomsville on Tuesday last.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
nov
The Peoples Type-Writer.

Introduced here during the early Fall is
giving splendid satisfaction. It is an educa-
tor for the young in teaching them to spell
correctly, construct sentences and put them
together in good form. The parent can hasti-
ly sketch a letter and the child can transform
il into a clear cut type written message that
would be a credit to the hest business houses
" you wish to make a Christmas present to
your children get a Peoples Typewriter
ana yon can share in its usefulness. Apply
to HARRY II, JOHNSON, Agt.,
dec. I6A5mO. or X. NJ. Johnson.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

A coal and lumber yard with sheds Office
and scales; also a store house 2ox34 feet,
finished with all the convenience for a
variety store. Situate at the depot in the
town Of Milford. Address
nov II If. H. BARBER, Milford, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

If you want your turkey to be delic-
ious,you must have an easy conscience ;
so free yourself from the last care by cali
ing in and paying the printer.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

A slight fire in Robert P. Davis Office
on Walnut street last Friday evening
caused an alarm Of FIRE to be blown from
the station.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
For Rent.

The Io-room house, with stable and car
risge house, one-third acre garden, at west
end of Front street, known as the McColley
for REM. GEO. S. GRIER.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Two light Sweep Horse Powers, for one
or two horses, to saw wood or run corn
shelter; lot of new corn shelters cheap;
old shelters repaired. G. S. GRIER.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

POULTRY has been shipped from Mil
ford this week by the carload. Turkeys
sold as high as IS cents, dry picked, and
II cents alive
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

If you intend to change your residence
after January I, 1898, notify this Office so
that your paper can be delivered
promptly.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

ANOTHER large hog was butchered at
the National Hotel this week. It weighed
49o pounds. Mr.. Call has two more
which now weigh over five bundled each.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

WE shall commence buying poultry
on Monday, Nov. 18th, and buy every
day until further notice.
RICHARDSON RoBBINs.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Arrival of MalIa.

From NoRrn-IoS6 AM, 6;53 p. m.
FROM SodTH- S43 AN.
Mail leaves the Post Office twenty minutes
before each train.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Die Of Starvation
de and Cheeaa

which have been unable to touch for years.
The English language does not contain words
enough to permit inc tO express the praise
would like 10 give 70 Hoods Sarsaparilla."
W. ID. WENTz, ISL Castle St, Geneva, N. Y.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Toys, at Hslps-small profit.
a Buainess opportunity.

For sale, the stock aud fixtures Of an est b.
lished grocery store. with small well asr
sorted stock, on main business atfeet
Apply 70 B. d. Anderson,
Milford Del
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Big Bargains in Clothing

At ArnOld's-as he IS selling out his stock
of clothing, white shirts, neckwear and
trunks. Call early and get bargain.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

There is no more common disease than
be piles, and it is as painful as it is COM
mon. Old Saul's Pile Ointment is a certain
cure for this intolersble scourge, and costs
only 2S cents per box
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

\ THE mercury on Wednesday morning
last was down to 10 above zero, with the
ground covered with snow and ice.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
A Good Voucher

~ have known AfF. Warren D. Wentz for
many years and can vOueh for him as a man
Of yeracity and one well known about here.
have sold him several bottles Of
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

The recent researches of DR.. Koch, and
his examination of the germs of tuberculosis
have brought about desire to change old
theories and practice for the mere sake of
change. While doctors dispute about "the
germ theory" DR., Bulls Cough Syrup, the
great cough remedy goes sereuely on effect
ing its wonderful cures of all diseases of
the throat and chest in the same old way.
No house should be without it.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

TIME IS getting short in which to chose
Christmas present. Save further trou-
bic and go to Mrs. 5. E. Reedy.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Special AtteE ton.

A new and nicely selected lot of Cents
Neck Wear, at Halls.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Pair Mules for sale.

For want Of use for them, will sell one
pair of good mules, cheap. Apply to
oet.7 DR.. G. LAYTON GRIER, Milford, Del
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

THE supply of milk continues to IL
crease for the Milford creamery.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

THE Firemen's Fair will be held in
the new hose house in January.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

CHAPEL XMAS. - Special Christmas
services consisting of addresses, reading,
solo and quartette singing and instru-
mental music. Recitations by Miss Le-
ona Harris and Master Wallace Handy.
Reading by Miss Bessie Reynolds, and
solo . Miss Bessie Davis. Address by
Rev. Robt Watt The decorations, flow
ers, and chorus of Christmas carols by
the school. Ample arrangements for
SC ing the audience.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

DR.. France uses Local Anesthetics for the
painless extraction of teeth, no extra charge
Nov Is Il
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

A lot of wedding presents have been
purchased this week for the events Of
next month.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
HoOd's SaFsapaFiIla

during the past few months.n NJ II. PART
RIDGE, Druggist Geneva N. Y.
Hoods Pills cre Liver Tile
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
M she

A shooting match at 800 pigeons was
shot yesterday at Marshall's mills.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
FOR Sale,

Confectionery, Oranges, Lemons and Nuts
at Grocer's profits at Halls.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
For Sale or Rent.

Because do not need it-a York wagon in
good repair, freshly painted. GEO. H. HALL
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Monstache Cups aud Sancers, Plate Sets,
Musk Sets and Vases, at Halls.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

THE days begie iengtben after to.
day.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

LINCOLN Christmas entertainments
will be held Saturday evening in the NJ.
E. Church, and Tuesday evening in the
Presbyterian Church of Lincoln, ana in
the country at Slaughter Neck on Thurs
day evening and Cedar Neck Friday even
ing. At these entertainments next week
some solos and select readings by Rev S.
W. Burke, of the Philadelphia Confer
ence, and some choice music, with cornet
solos, by Geo. w. Burke, Jr., of Goldey's
College. will be an attractive feature.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Toilet sets, eleven pieres, at Hollands
for only f6 ss.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

II subject Of the sermon in the Pres
byte Pan Church on Christmas morning
will y The Disappointing Christ"
The Young Peoples Society Of Christ
ian Endeavor gave a sociable on We'd
nesday evening which was very largely
attended and much enjoyed. After the
evening had been spent in social enjoy
meut, refreshments were served.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

A Merry Christmas to everybody.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Opened at Hol and's yesterday. beauii
full dinner and tea SETS You should see
them before buying
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

PUBLIC SALE.-wm. w Deputy, near
Glendale, will sell his personal property
at public sale next We day, Dec. 2S,
1897. Ses adver in this paper and on
posters
Geo. E. Boyce will sell all his per-
sonal at public sale on Wednesday, Dec.
a9th, next. For particulars see adver in
this paper and posters.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
WARTGD.

A good working housekeeper, middle aged
women. Good wages,
Address, JOHN PONDER,
Dec. 232t Milton, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Ladies' Misses aud Chiidreds' coats posa
lively at cost, at HALLS. We shall close
them out quick
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

AN ERROR -Two weeks ago we were
red to believe that VIM. I, Simpson pur
chased the Minors land near Budgeville,
which was bid off by ]. Stanley Short,
and we SO stated it. That item has got
Mr.. Short into peck of annoyance, as
parties who would have bid refrained
from so doing on his assurance to them
that it was tor himself. Mr. Short iu--
forms us that he purchased the land for
and Mr.. Simpson is not in it.
ALPS we'll that ends we'll.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Ladies' and Geutlemen's kid gloves, at
HALLS
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Broom Corn Wanted.

Fifteen per cent discount on bed comforts
and blankets Tor cash, at Halls
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Best Paper Of the Republican Party


Every we'll informed family subscribes
every year for more than one newspaper.
The local newspaper occupies a field into
which no other can enter; but, on the other
hand. If there are reasons who nearly every
family wishes Tin addition to the one uecess.
ary newspaper, which It must certainly have
whether It takes others or uot) TO enjoy the
perusal ofthe great editorials, foreign letters,
book reviews asd special articles of a news
paper, which is edited for the country at
large and devotes its attention 10 matters of
national and general moment. In their choice
of general news papers, this winter, our read
ers will do well to consider the attractions of
The New York Tribune. now the ablest and
most aggressive of Republican weeklies. It's
price is low, 81 year; aud its columns are
crammed with strong, brilliant and entertain
ing matter. II is announced that the paper
will continue to print the writings of Ros-
well G. Horr, of Michigan, on the Tariff
Reciprocity, Coinage, the Currency and the
new projects Of the Farmers Alliance. Mr.
Horr expounds the Republican doctrine
ably and agreeably, over his own signature
every week in The Tribune; and men of
both parties, who want the Republican areu-
ments, can get them in The Tribune in eR-
tense. The Tribune has a strong editorial
page, and many non political features of in
terest, including two pages a week of Aeri-
culture and papers on special branches of
Farming; contributions by distinguished
writers, over their signature; a, page for old
soldiers; and many features Of particular in.
terest to families. One seriesfof articles en-
titled How to succeed in Life, =" written bv
successful men. The Tribune ENCOURAGES
and promises to answer the questions of
young people on how to succeed.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
For Sale.

A High Grade (Bidwell-Thomas) Pned
matte Bicycle. S z BISHOP. II
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
MILFORD MENTIONS.

loving time is here.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
OWING.
ler Wanted

Fancy Baskets, at
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Cow Lost or stel

A brindle COW, part slderus
horns and white star y;
missed from the Jos: B
Slaughter Neck, Thursd
She will ealve abot6
suitable reward will be 10.
that will lead 10 her recover
Dec 20 At ALExANDER l..
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23

Dyspepsia's victims find prompt and per
manent relief in Hood'ssSaTsaparilla, which
tones the stomach and creates an appetite.
Milford chronicle., 1892-12-23
Building aud Loan Eotiee

The collector of the Milford brat th
National Home Building and Ioar-As,. ..eis
ton, will be at theNational Hotel ON n,
last Saturday Of each month from to
O'Clock p. NJ. to receive the dues. Next nav
ment due Saturday, December srst.
c. H. SACKETT,
Dec. %, 2t. Collector and Treasurd
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1892-04-10
thoroughly scattered among the masses

thoroughly scattered among the masses
prior to the great national conventions.
The author is not man of letters.
though he has received quite number
he says, from the division superintend-
emit. and has attracted some attention in
literary circles by having his pay gar
pisheed eighteen times in eighteen
months. He has style. he says. some
thing like that of Laura Jean Libby.
but he does not think so rapidly as she
does. Eight pounds of manuscript in
twenty-four hours is his highest record.
so he says he knows that he is not so
prolific as writer as Laura is.
But still be thinks with great rapid
ity. and many Of his quick Thoughts, he
says. are just az good rs any that be has.
He has thought quite a number Of
thoughts almost identical with those
Il night by such men as Tolstoi and
Thomas Brewer Peacock, Of Topeka.
Kan, thus showing that he can If neces-
sary think as good q thought as those
men who have made good living by it.
Above all. he says that the book is q
timely one. and when an author comes
right out and says that his book is time
ly you must admit it. | would print it
for him myself, but the Little Gem
printing press which am doing all my
publishing with now is in use. loaned
il to Kansas man. who is using it to
print q stud book and mark his linen.
Grand Rapids herald. [volume] (Grand Rapids, Mich.) 1892-1959, 1892-04-10

Once rescued shrouded figure IN the
darkness and uncertainty of night, and
when | took her to the light and got
three reporters there to take down what
she might say by way of thanks, | found
when il was too late that she was lit
tie colored bootblack who could neither
read nor write.
The dining room girl whom rescued
at Beatrice was heavier than | had sup
posed. and | had not more than half
rescued her before regretted il. How
ever. as | reached the foot of the first
FIRE escape she returned to conscious
ness and sprang out OF my arms with a
cry of horror. | Gained her, however,
so that her fears at last vanished. and
with deep drawn sigh. having already
noticed that | was very much out of
breath. she took me over her shoulder
and earned me TO the foot of the fire es-
cape.
notice recently tina. King Humbert
OF Italy has severely criticised the Ro-
man fire department, and | agree with
him that 1t needs a thorough overhaul
ing. Having seen the Roman fire de-
partment myself. | would say that the
insurance company that would take
risk in Rome would deserve TO die In
want.
In the first place, the Roman hose is
decayed. 1t would not hold railroad
ties or hoop poles. did not get to see
Humbert while was there, but wrote
him well timed note regarding his fire
department. and in that note said that
II he would give less attention to his
personal appearance and more to the
question of the Roman fire department
be would make hit.
This winter has proven what said to
be true. | wrote a piece also for the
Roman morning paper-The Roman
Candle. 1t was called--a piece which
signed "Yeritas. and in which | said it
was time 10 call halt The piece was
never Published. and had to leave
Rome before had got my visit out ON
account Of il. There were some good
points in it too. ] managed TO mildly
roast Humbert in it, and got of two or
three good local hits in the piece; then |
got II pat into good Italian by the res
taursnt where stopped while in Rome.
This wiater Humbert wss ont 10 see q
Roman tire. and the department did not
reach the scene for an hour and half.
over I 600 600 francs worth Of property
was destroyed. One engine tipped over
on the way 70 the FIRE. and the others
might M well have dene so. for the hose
weuld not bold water-evea the coarse
and impregnsble water Of Rome.
The water Of Rome IL in many reepects
like that II MEXICO. Mo. We stopped
there fer lunch not long ago. Mexico.
Mo. IL enc Of the thSiving and thor.
eughly prosperous towns q that pro~-
psrous and now rapidly growing state.
But the waters Of Mexico. No. ike IN.
beard bll % man who boarded At oar
boa<e once while engaged in ugbuilding
sis felisw man. still remains unsettled.
The water ~ Mexico tastes sorne of
I-gerseu City. bot hss stroug favor
~ Galloway coanty We vent - the
wash basin st "a. esttax works AMI
turned 90 the lancet. hat soon bad 10
poke cut the water with stick. Al
taeis aekei for q Eisss - wsfsr sna
the eoierea ran ard brother wwnf -
AIS same fsse~t - zst ~ sisse a1le.i.
4 ssan IA Nssicn ~he aad besa aftaks