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The morning call., 1893-05-28

There was Edmund Leathes who began
under Barrett & McCullough's management at
the OLD California. For yrars he llayed there,
appearing IN such narts as Mr.. Smith in MAN
and ife" Gustave in Camille" Danvllle Ia
'The Lancashire Lass" Arthur Shafton in
"Sain'' Edward O'Connor in "Handy Andy"
and Jack Kallard in Ben Mccullough" He
afterward attained distinction In England as a
leading man.
Then there was Maggie Moore whose real
name was Sullivan. and who was born in this
city She b gan life as a song ana dance girl
al Glberts meiodeon with her brother Jimmy.
We find her singing duets with Alicia Mande-
vile in $40 at the Alhambra in this city, and
earlier yet-iD 1868 participating in a variety
entertainment with Lew Rather as bones and
Fanny Brown as tanboufne, Maggie being
down fol a ballad and la.eI for the art Of Jack
In the pantomime of Jack that Killed the
Giant, or HUmpty Dumpty"
Soon alter she married Manager James Will
hanson, and was by him put on the stage of the
old California Theater rs a soubr tie. L ter
she starred with ber husband In "Struck OPP
Ia California play In Australia, where by their
united efforts they did IN fact, "strike oil' and
realized fortune. They are still in Australia
Then there was Ed Harrgan. he great Irish
comedian, who was calker by trade and who
began in the drama as variety man at the
Bella Union Theaer. He afterward made
himself famous in New York in company with
Tony Hart. Ha,rigan has written a number of
domestic plays. pertaining for the most part to
humble life, which have nearly all been sue
cesses.
What old playgo does not remember Joseph
Murphy, famliiarly called "Joe?" Joe, as a
young man, was Sacramento River fisherman
and afterward became negro minstrel and
played at Giberi's melodeon with Lolita for
several years.
Yes. and there were the Vaudeville sisters
Zone OF whom is spoken Of ater), Lulu Sweet,
the Worrall sisters, Julia Dean Hayne, Mrs.
Judah (Narletta Startled TOrrence) Sophie
Edwin, Charles Barton Hill, Adah Memo en-,
Ada Glare, Belle Pateman, Eben Plympton,
old Walter Leman aud host OF others But,
under The limitations imposed. their fame can
not be claimed by California. although their
memory Is preserved In the minds OF thousands
OF residents Of the Golden State.
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THE THORNES.

Cnafles X. Thorne Jr., son OF c. Il. ThOrne
who Is still living III this city, died several
years ago In New York. He was high
Salaried leading man. being well nown both
here and in the East. He never starred"
however.
His father, c. R. Thorne, was born In New
York In 8l4; made his debut In 1880 at the
Park Theater. New York, as Octavan in the
"Monnialneers"; first appeared In Phila-
drlphia May IL, 1880, as Berlram, at the
Chestnut. He was manager of the Chatham
IheaIer, New York, when II opened.
In 1S49 he visited California and opened In
Sacramento, July Is, 1850. at The Tehama
TheateT, as R0lla.
lie afterHard went to England with his wife
and opened there September %. 1857. Al one
time he was manager of the Federal. treet
lheafeI, Boston. also the Howard Atleneum.
In 1858 he manager of the Unton Tbeater,
LeaVenworib, Hans, since destroyed by fire.
Maria Ann Mestayer. afterward Mrs. Thorne,
was born in Philadelphia. she made her debut
at the Chestnut-street Iheater, as the child In
"Pizarro," and nrst appeared in New York as
the Little Pickle at the Lafayette Theater.
She took her farewell of the stage April IL,
1864, al the Metropolitan, San Francisco, in
the opera OF Guy Mannering.p Admired and
respected by all her associates. both before and
behind the footghts Mrs. c. r. Thorne grace
that arena OF professional effort TO fresher
aspiraDts TO- popular favor.
Walter NJ. Leman, IN his "reminiscences, thus
introduces 'ir. Thorne:
Il was again In San Francisco on July 81,
1860. After vac ltion of nearly a years
duration, reappeared at the opera-house on
the night OF the 26th as s. rgeani AusterliZ.
Il found In MIR. Maguire's company at that
time an actor with whom l had a slight ac-
quaintance some years before, and who some
years later won the title and maintained it to
his death of being, il not the best. certainly
among the very best, representatives of the In
tense emotional school, which has to some ex-
tent supplanted the Older methods-and pro-
ouces lts enects more by what 1t refralDs from
doing than by what 1t does-no but that Mr..
IhoIne could act on the old lines as well, but
he adopted The new method and became a pro-
tcient in it.
"Of manly person and expressive face, and
Win well-rounded voice. Mr.. Thone had all
the natural qualifications for success, and
study. aided by good Judgment, placed him
eventually at lbe top OF the ladder"
Charles K. Thorne Jr. was only At years old
when he died.
he MADE bis first appearance here in Califor-
MA al the Metropolitan heater when about 10
under his fathers man cement He was after
ward engaged with Magufre at the Washington-
stieet iheatrr. In the meantime his father,
@ile ana family had gone TO China, and thitner
aiter Ills engagement Charles followed them,
greatly enjoying his visit 10 that interesting
coun ry.
On his return he was engaged with Palmer at
ihe ohlon-square Theater, New York. as lead
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hug man, remaining for about five years and
making a success of every piece he PLAYED in.
lie was yery fine looking man and always
took" with audiences.
After staying five seasons with Palmer he
was engaged by Stetson whrn the latter opened
BOOTHS Theater in New York, The salary agreed
upon being $1,000 a week, but he did not live
long TO enjoy 1t.
At one time he made a successful trip to
England. whittier he was taken by Boucicault
to play the leading part in lied Astray." 1t
was on this occasion that Roucicault wrote 10
a leading manager in New YORK: IF you have
any other actors like Charlie Thorne, send
them over, for We want them here badly"
His fatal Illness was contracted up North
River In country resort where he had gone
for the SUNNI r. and although lie returned I'M
mediately TO New York he died shortly after
ward of blood poisoning.
played several times In San Francisco
under engagement 10 Palmer, besides at New
Orleans and other leading cities. He was at
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Mary Anderson.

fhe Grand Opera-hOuse 10 Snowflake" and
since then has appeared in all the principal
cities ct America with constant success. Her
husband, who supplied her with the first essen
tiai knowledge of "stage business" g i'll ucca-
sion lily acis with her, but is also Invaluable as
Her real name is Shay, but her mother hav-
Ing married Mr.. PiXley, uncle of the welLknown
local druggist Of that name, all the members Of
The family have thenceforth been known as
PiXleys.
Her senfather died some thirteen years ago,
leaving family by former wife. Her mother
Is still alive, together with her sister and
brother.
Miss Pixley more than twenty years ago
played with the members of her family, who
would give 'room. shows" or ssm-prvate en-
teriainments when hired viollnisi would play
for The rhythmic measures danced TO by the light
feet OF the Tented young actress.
She never dis inguished herself In public
sense until after her marriage with Robert
Fulforo, an English actor OF considerable clev-
ierness. who obtained instant recognition for
he exec tlonal rowers.
She first gained prominence at the opening OF
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ANNIE PIXLEY.

Annie Plxley Is one Of a large family residing
In this city, VINO have devoted themselves TO
the stage.
Annie is the eldest and has been star for
several years, realizing fortune by her exer-
tons. She ais in her own plays and is still
in useful work.
Miss Annie PiSley was member of the Proc
Tor Company in 1870 AT the Metropolitan Thea
Ter Sacramento. With her were Miss Jennie
Vaudeville and a iss In Robinson. Miss Pix
ley, California girl, since made her mark In
dramatic annals.
Lutte needs 10 be said of Miss Pixley's career,
which since her marriage has been constantly
successful Only recently she was starring in
this city.
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business manager and financial assistant. He
appeared first In Califol MIA about 1870. &
In line with her. first spontaneous outbnrsts
OF talent in The youthful room shows Miss
Pixley has always chung TO light comedy and
In that particular walk has few IL any supe-
riors. She Is Al years Of age.
She and her husband have been blessed with
one child, whose life was snort. Little Tom
my" died when only years OF age at ST.
Thomas. Canada aud his memory is still a very
tender spot In his mothers heart.
Annie Pixiey is known in the profession from
her social and entertaining qualities. Always
bright and pleasant she has legI0ns of friends
scattered over the continent.
She Is gaining In avoirdupois, however, as The
years go on, and in all human probability Will
not be able TO appear on the boards IN her IA.
vorite roles very much longer. SIM she takes
care of herself. or rather her husband bob"
takes care OF her. insisting that she shall visit
Europe every year for rest.
Thousands of San Franciscans will be sorry
TO see Annie Pixley bid farewell TO he stag,
but when she does it VIII be TO retire ino
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EMMA NEVADA.

Emma Nevada tiaimeD was born iu Nevada
City Cal, IN 1861, and Is the daughter OF Wil-
liam Wallace Wixom, California physician.
She was educat at Mills Seminary. and
when quito young showed promise of the grace
and fiexibity for which her voice Is now CON
sidered phenomenal.
Before reaching the age OF IA Miss Wixom
had determined TO become prima donna and
bad even decided III on her professional name
Nevada. which had the double advantage of
oeing pleasing In sound aud of recalling her
birthplace.
In ID cember, 1874. she made her debut at
Mills Seminary concert as a pianist, but The
following year she was put forward prom
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Samuel w. Piercy.

when about three years ago the report that she
had been quietly married 10 Antonio de No
yarro, an Italian. proved 10 be correct.
Sine her marriage Mrs. Novarro has retired
from The stage and devoted herself 10 domestic
life. F. om time 10 time IL has been stated that
she Intended 10 reappear. that she Is writing a
novel, or is preparing her memoirs for publica-
ton, but 10 all thes- conflicting iumors she in.
yaiIably gives an emrhafc denial. Hence
forth, she declares, she intends TO live only for
her own home
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his best In modern parts, achieving perhaps
his greitest success as Frans Levson in East
Lynne" and as The villain In 1.-The Octoroon,"
'Streeis of New York." "Money." "The Rob.
bers" aud Camille"
In many ways lie was one OF the most sue
cessful of California's contingent of bright
Thespians his er>a,illy making him inyal-
liable In any cOmpany
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In Paris she is success, In Spain she Is
adoted. and In Italy she can double the prices
OF hrstclasS theaters and secure crowded and
enthusiastic houses. feat that even Eenora
Duse, the gifted tragedienne, cannot perform.
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tolerably well-lined nest, for she is estimated TO
be worth anywhere from $4,000 to Sloo,ooo,
all won by hard work and cleverness.
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cisco stands at the intersection OF Kearnv.
Market and Geary streets, and marks her
gratitude TO the city which first recognized her
unusual talenr.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Death of Mrs. Mackall,

The many warm friends of DR. r
G. Mackall of Elkton, were panied
to receive the announcement of the
death of his wife Mrs Isabel H.
Mackall who died of Bright's disease
on Sunday last. January 22d at S
O'Clock p. m. Mrs. Mackall was
about 81 years of age, and a sister of
Mrs. Dr.. John Fl. lamar, who is the
only remaining member of the Hol-
lingsworth family, so prominent in
the early history of this country.
Mrs. Msckall was the eldest daughter
of William Hollingsw"rth, and a
granddaughter of Zebulon Hollipgs-
worth, who took conspicuous part
in the war of the Revolution. One
500, William Hollingsworth Mackall,
vice president of the Scott Fertilizer
Company, survives her.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Conviction of Horse Thieves.

In the fall of 1891 two men with a
horse and carriage stopped at H G..
Cummings' livery stable and had their
team taken care of for the night. They
said they were on their wav to broth
er's who lived in Hartford county. The
names they gave were Thomas Flinigan
and Thomas Waltzh. They staid from
Tuesday night till Wednesday night.
They were anxious to sell the horse
and wagon which created a suspicion
in the mind of Mr.. Cummings that all
wasn't right and he devised expedients
to detaid the men as long as possible
under the pretext of finding purchas-
er for the horse. The men began to
suspect that they were being watched
and on Wednesday night made an ex-
cuse to go out to get tobacco. They
never returned which confirmed the
suspicion that they were horse thieves.
They walked to Perryvi lie from Rising
Sun where they separated, Waltzh got
on freight train and worked his way
to Mt Holly, N. j., while Flinigan
went south.
Waltzh. whose real name was Char les
Trimper, whose home was Mt. Holly,
was arrested when he went back, con-
fessed and told where the horse aud
carriage had been left. Mr.. David
Evan the owner of the stolen team
came on to Rising Sun and recovered
his property. Last August Flinigan
returned to New Jersey and was arrest.
ed. Last week the trial of Flinigan,
whose name was Thomas Jones, came
off at Mt. Holly court. Mr.. Cummings
attended as a witness, Jones was con-
victed and sentenced to the peniteDtiary
for six years. The other. Charles Trim
per was convicted at the former term of
court and sentenced to four years in the
penitentiary. A reward of $50 had
been offered for the apprehension of the
thieves which Mr.. Cummings claims
and will receive.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Installation of Grange Officers.

At the regular meeting of Fulton
Grange, P. of H the following officers
were installed by County Deputy Jas.
q. McSparran for the year 1898.
Master, G. s. Gatchell; Overseer. T. G.
Evans; Lecturer, Sallle Hambleton;
Steward. James Beaver; Asst. Steward,
E. X. Shoemaker; Treasurer, Benz
Cutler; Secretary, Grace McSparran:
Gatekeeper, w. F. Bicknell; Ceres,
Cassie Bolton: Pomona, Alice Shoe
maker; Lady Asst. Steward, Wenona
Shoemaker. Amount in treasury at
close of 1892, $363.72. Business trans
acted through purchasing agent, Jas.
o. McSparran for the year 1892,
amounted to over $4,000. Meetings on
second and fourth Saturdays of each
month at 2 p. m
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Observation-Disclosures.

Miss j. Anna Everist, daughter of
M. F. s. Everist, president Of the
board of school commissioners, and
Mr.. Campbell B. Roysten of Balti.
more. we're married at the residence
of her parents on Thursday afternoon,
January 18th. The ceremony was
performed by Rev. Louis E. Barrett,
presiding elder OF the NJ. E. Church
for the Wilmington circuit assisted
by Rev. Adam Stengle. The ceremony
was witnessed by a number of
friends and neigbbors. After con.
gratuations and a COLLATION. the new
married couple started on q bridal
tour north.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Conowingo Items.

The jingling of the bells has about
ceased on this ridge.
We are panied to report that Mr..
Frank Fulton is lying very i'll at his
home near this place.
Miss Margaret Cummings, near
Pleasant Grove, has partly improved
her residence and when finished will
have quite fine appearance.
Lewis McGuigan. son of Charles Nc
Guigan of Pilot Town, is now in the
state of Washington, where he has
been sent by the telegraph company.
Rumor says the dog belonging to
John r. White of lakewood went mad
asst Sunday.
Weunderstand that the public school
at Pilot Town is in flourishing con-
dition under the supervision of John
i Crothers and Miss Annie r
Williams.
The paper mill located on the Har-
ford side. has been closed for some
time owing to the severe weather. II
this mild weather continues for few
days it will soon be in operation again
to the delight of many. ToPsY.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Mrs. Grundy.

This old society torment and evil
genius of the human race was he up
In her unenviable character and had
the light turned on her by Mr.. Charles
II. Cation on Monday evening. Mr..
Cation g lecture on the foibles and follies
of the times, or in fact, of all times,
under the title of Mrs. Grundy" was
one of the best lectures that has ever
been delivered in the Rising Sun. The
sham and contemplate side of society
was admirably portrayed, scathingly
rebuked and ridiculed. 1t was such a
lecture as ought to form very con-
siderable part of every sermon every
Sunday. 1t was reform lecture of a
high order of merit, in learning. style
and delivery. There. was no Mrs.
Grundy show and sham about it, but
solid meat from the shell The subject
is capable of great extension and the
learned lecturer touched only part OF it,
The Mrs. Grundy ridden public ought
to be compelled to listen to such lee
ture every week till Mrs. Grundy her
self forced them to go to hear it.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27

II you are not feeling strong and
healthy, try Electric Bitters. If la
grippe" has left you weak and weary,
use Electric Bitters. This remedy acts
directly on liver. stomach and kidneys,
gently aiding those organs to perform
their fuuctionP. If you are afflicted
with sick headache, you will find speedy
and permanent relief by taking Electric
Bi:ters. One trial will convince you
that this is the remedy you need.
Large bottles only Soc. at L. R. Kinks
drug store.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
The Stone Age.

A very interesting lecture that will
be by Prof. Hull of Swarthmore College,
to night given in Normal school build
ing III this town. All who enjoy solid
information on the subject of the
earth's formation, the periods before
man, and how the different changes of
the old earth took place, turning like
the leaves of book one after the other,
till its present condition was reached,
will attend the lecture. Those who
have never risen above the mere gossip
Of every day life, will of course be
absent. Such do not know about such
things and don't want to know.
Neither do monkeys.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Notice.,

The undersigned desires to express
his sincere appreciation to those who
assisted in saving his household effects
and other property from the fire of the
18th inst. And also for the manv
fayors extended to himself and family
since.
All persons who are indebted on store
accounts will please come forward and
settle as soon as possible.
r. LLOYD ROBERTS.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
JANUARY 1898.

AS are about to engage in another years business
desire to thank friends for the patronage extended
during the past and ask continuance of your avor
Wishing you all happy and prosperous year,
below line of goods that will interest of you at least
Flyer Coasters and SleoIs, Iron and Steel,
Steel Sleigh Soles, Rims, Spohes, Shafts,
Sleigh Bells and Chimes .Nec6 Yo6eS Poles,
Horse and Mule Shoes Corn Shelters,
SnOW Shoes, Guns and Pistols a reduced
Horse Nails, prices
-CYTLONE SEEDERS,-
for sowing clover and timothy seeds and all kinds of grain
price, $500. Ask to see the
"IDE4L" CORN SHELLER-
Shells bushel of corn in minutes and separates the cob
from the shelled corn. Will not break get of
ORDER by any fair usage. Price only $3.50.
HAINE1S 81 KIRK.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27

The public ought to learn to estimate
the city press at its true value for
veracity and truth, by Its reports of the
hanging at Chestertown of the murder.
ers of DIR Hill. Through pure wonton
cursedness, it would seem, and the
chronic love of lying the tales the city
papers told of the execution would
make the father of lies jealous. And
this is not exceptional; but the normal
condition of the daily monopoly press
is that of chronic liar, and especially
so about political or public affairs. To.
day the daily press is the most danger.
GUS element in our political and social
economy
Several persons have taken books
from the MIDLAND JOURNALS free
distribution list OF books on the
questions of the day. More should
read them who desire TO obtain a
clear understanding of the many
questions which are now agitating
the public. Come and get the books
and study them these long evenings.
There comes a time to oil OF US.
when we feel mean and .'out of sorts"
and in condition to invite disease.
1t is then we need such a remedy as
DR.. j. Fl. McLesn's Strengthening
Cordial and Blood Purifier. To
persons exhausted by sickness or
overwork it's invigorating influence
is surprising, promptly restoring
health, energy and cheerful spirits.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27

1t is probably not the coolest weather
you eyer knew in your life; but that ia
how you feel just now, because past
sufferings are soon forgotten, and be-
cause your blood needs the enriching,
invigorating influence of Ayers SaI
saparilla-the Superior Medicine.
The cost to Kent county growing out
of the trial and execution of the Hill
murderers will amount to 5000.
The mob offered to do the job with.
out charge.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1893-01-27
Elkton Lighted by ELECTRICITY.

On Saturday night last the electric
lights were turned on Elkton and
the town was brilliant in the beauty
of this new light. All of the stores
with one or two exceptions, and
many of the dwelling houses were
brilliantly Illuminated from top to
bottom. A regular carnival parade
of sleighs were on the streets, and
everything had the appearance of a
holiday.