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Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23


'''e. Yet it happened. Vice President
Hamlin also died on unat day. Nearly all
the presidents have lived to an advanced
age. as it was natural they should be men
of great vitality and temperate lives to at
tain the honor. John Adams was the old
est, lacking but few weeks Of ninety-one,
while, Drifting Lincoln, killed at flfty-four,
and Garfield, killed within few weeks Of
fifty, the youngest dying was Polk at fifty
four
Another curious fact is that, including
tie 5 REssasptS5 ct TIE Nhq aHGeeadsa
been moro vice presidents than presidents
to wit, thirty-four, though Clinton, Tomp-
kins, Calhoun and King each served in two
administrations.
From Adams the father to Adams the
SOD, as aforesaid, the inaugurations were
mild affairs, but jackson came In with q
breeze, and the occasion was indeed breezy.
He set the example Of taking the oath on
and delivering the inaugural from the east
front of the Capitol, and then, making all
reasonable deductions for the partisan spite
of those who described it, the scene which
followed did indeed "beggar description"
The largest crowd seen in Washington
down to that time was in attendance, and
the mud was, in southwestern phrase, half
bootleg Deep" on Pennsylvania avenue.
Through that mud the crowd rushed to
the White House, where all the doors were
thrown open and punch served out in bar
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

There were sharpshooters
on the housetops along the
avenue as Mr.. Buchanan
and Mr.. Lincoln rode slowly
to the Capitol; there were
squads of cavalry to guard
the street crossings, and
squads of infantry along
the route; there were trusty
rilemen at the unper win.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

security ItPOSC VI of115
confederacy forbid interference or colonial
ton by any foreign power" And Presi-
dent Buchanan in his said, Let every
American reflect upon the terrific evils
which would result from disunion to every
portion of the confederacy." What storm
such use of that word would now raisel
The impending change was indicated on
March 4, 1861, by the first military display
of real consequence at an inauguration.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

bled in Washington. Cor
respondents celebrated the
occasion in many hundred
columns. Citizens of WASH
tngton still tell with glee
how the visitors sat the
night through on chairs, on
benches in the parks and on
the stens If nuhlio hui1d.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

one's death on that day are
not quite rs one in eighteen,
Of two still fewer, and Of
three not one in hundreds.
But that two should die on
the same day and a third
but five years later, and the
two signers of the Declare
ton, the chances are SO re-
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

rels, buckets, tubs and even,
80 the opposition said, wash
basins. Every room in the
house was crowded, and men
with heavy and muddy boots
stood on the finest chairs
and sofas to see what was
going on in front. Lamps
and furniture were broken,
and punch spilled till the
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

ticipate in the Inauguration
of his successor. It was In
deed a very trying occasion
for him. There have been
some heated campaigns
since, but none in which per-
sonal animosities played 80
great a part as in 1900. Nova
days partisans call each 9TH
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

took the oath as vice presi-
lent in the senate chamber,
pronounced a high cornpli-
ment on Mr.. Adams, who
had just vacated the chair,
and then led the way to the
chamber Of the house, where
che inauguration took place.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23
THE LORDLY HUDSON.
WASHINGTON'S WOOING AND WAR;
FARE ON ITS BANKS.

He Courted and Was Refused and a Score
of Years Later Fought and Won on the
Scene Of His Early disappointment.
Romance of q River.
copyright, 1893 by American Press Associa-
toni
The Hudson river and various points
along it's banks TEEN with historic glory.
To one who is familiar with the record
of the colonies that afterward became
the United States of America the men,
ton of the name evolves a panoramic
retrospect that has all the gorgeousness
of dream and the solidity of fact.
There was the old Dutchman who sailed
up the stream looking for waterway to
the Indies. Following the explorer came
the colonists, the village Of New Amster-
dam, and later the city Of New York.
while at the head Of tidewater, nearly
ITO miles from the bay, rose the trading
post of Albany, afterward destined to be
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ton, Felix Grundy and men
of that class thought it just
as we'll to ''let the boys have
their way once in four
years" It was the last scene
of the sort, though Jack
sons second Inauguration
also attracted a large crowd.
The next inauguration-of
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

1878, the display was such as
to excite the admiration of
foreigners accustomed to the
finest exhibits of London,
Paris and Berlin. But it was
fatal to some Of the partici-
pants and to many specta-
tors. The day has a bad pre-
eminence as themost inclem-
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

Do you read wrting-with more pleas
ure when it is written on fine stationery?
Then choose the best from w. b. Paine
& Co.'s complete stock. lSH
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

time, the regular day fell on
Sunday. John Quincy Adj
ans revived much of the
old and solemn ceremonial,
but with him it ended, as
the country had now out
grown English and colonial
forms. And as a great break
followed, this is the proper
Mace to give q list of the Dr
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

but eight in the first half of
the period to fifteen in the
second half, and q man who
is today but half as old as
the government has lived in
the administrations of two
thirds of the presidents.
Thus from 1850 to 1887 the
average of a presidents serv-
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

6 is at almost the worst season that could
lave been selected, and as the matter is en-
tirely within the discretion Of congress, and
Washington was inaugurated the first time
IN April 80, the argument for change to
hat date is strong.
Every reader has had enough on the first
Inauguration of Washington Suffice it to
epeat that the day was fine, that Chancel-
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

rs-assembling the elect
IS in their respective states
and commencing pro-
sedings." As q matter Of
ct, the first Wednesday In
arch, 1850. fell on the 4th,
nd three years later that
ate was fixed upon for all
ime. But there is nothing
.xtant to indicate any spe-
.ial ransom FOR. Il. In truth
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

= day, unless indeed we
I lopt the facetious sugges-
On Of the Wings that Jack
On really governed during
Ne nominal administra-
ION Of Van Buren,. 1t is
61so worth noting that Of
NE eight presidents re-elect-
"a Jackson, Lincoln and
6rant were the only ones
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

Harch, If the first time
be counted, for Wash
ION took the oath the
time on April 30, and
Nor and Hayes were
hgurated on Monday,
tch s. The same is true
fonroe's second inaugu-
lon, but his first was on
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

next two centuries it would
fall on Sunday less often
than any other day in the
year, and this statement has
crept into a few works meant
to be historical. 1t is, how.
ever, but one of the many
cases, like those of Niobe
and Lots wife, in which a
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

ED it altogether in his
life; that the conven-
Eof l7S7 did not fix the
/ and in fact could have
beans of foreseeing when
puld be possible to name
b. and that when it be-
D possible by the adj
IN of tho ninth stnta fo
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

lQr Robert 3. LiYingfs tGnsa
the oath in the presence Of
some 10000 people, and that
the centennial celebration
of that event in New York
city i'll 1889 was a really
wonderful SUCCESS. ON which
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

those second inaugurations }. Q. ADAMS.
tere celebrated with much display, though
J is certain that Cleveland's will soon fur
*ish a fourth case. and a notable one. In
ruin, -rnefe are many Things in the latters
career which might justify little super
5tition in his case. No other American,
ave possibly Washington and jackson. has
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

regular day. The sec MADISON.
d Adams, Pierce and Garfield were in
gurated on Friday. Five inaugurations
Fe been on Monday and five on Wednes-
i, and the coming one will make five on
burday, no other day in the week having
q more than three.
b is also curious fact that, though the
vernment is 104 years old and we have
81 twenty-three presidents, there were
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

oows or the CapiroI anu sur1nri7 10 %.
right Of the east front, commanding the
crowd to which the new president spoke.
1t was a sad presage. General Scott was
savagely criticised for these arrangements,
but subsequent events justified him.
Since that date the military has formed
an important part Of every Inauguration,
and at Grants second induction, March 4,
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

the Con- JOHN ADAMS.
Sation congress then in session fixed
day by sort of accident. And yet it
fact, and very curious fact indeed,
the day does very rarely fall on Sun.
Enough at first Wow IL -HA,,la -se~-->
this day or any other day would do so
lime in seven.
q first day set was Wednesday, and
Years 1900 and 1900 are, contrary to the
year rule, not leap years. The first day
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23
INAUGURATION DAYS.
ptoric Notes Apropos to the
Coming Event of March a..

wright, 1888. by American Press Associa
tion.]
here is an old story to the effect that
jamin Franklin selected the 4th of
|ch for inauguration day because in the
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23
eFERSoN,

FERsoN. being such conjunction
six times in the first two centuries Of
4 governments existence, or once In
Hy-three instead of once in seven years.
e little less curious was the result OF
meeting of the first congress in 1859.
IL congresses convened in the last CEN
and the seventh in 1901 it results that
calculation as to the number Of any
Fess turns on the alleged "unlucky
kber"-13. Thus, to determine the num-
fof any congress, add thirteen to the
4 it first convened and divide by two
(luotient is the number of the congress.
|Fersely, double the number Of any con-
and substract thirteen, and the re-
|hder will be the year it convened.
6ty-one and thirteen are 104, the half Of
eh is fifty-two-the number Of the pres
Fcongress. For the next century add
and SO on.
Rough we have had twenty-three presi-
q, but nineteen were formally inaugu-
a, and but sixteen of these on the 4th
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

ELLINGTON. remarkable and interesting
has gradually given rise to a legend to
Hlnt for the fact. 1t is a pleasing story,
|there is no proof of it whatever, and
te is almost conclusive proof to the con-
BIS certain that Franklin bothered him
livery little about the distinction be-
bn sacred and secular days, and disre-
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

estimate Yet two of our B. HARRISON.
presidents have been assassinated, and an
other, jackson, only escaped that fate by
an accident which apparently would not
happen one time in thousand Another
escaped impeachment by but one vote. On
the whole, though we may justly claim an
improvement over the dark past, yet there
is nothing to make us boast. Our govern
ment is by no means exempt from the evils
which afflict other nations
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

nioN1'of' ice was six years eight
bnths and seventeen days and fraction,
lille since the latter year the average has
en but three years and six months, and
Is despite the fact that two of the late
esidents were reelected. Deduct the
tht years of Grant, and the average of the
hers really appears alarmingly short.
The shortest service was that of w. H. Har-
pon-one month-and the longest that Of
eano, who held the Office eight years and
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

was just eleven years before
the close of the century, and
thus it has resulted that the
day has fallen on Sunday
but three times in the first
hundred years and will not
again fall ON Sunday till
1917. Thereafter it will SO
fall only in 1915 and 1878 In
kLo ~ov< oan<,,ru tho roo,11t
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

carding minor contestants,
sixty-four emperors in SOB
years, and Great Britain has
had, beginning with Will
liam the Conqperor, thirty
five sovereigns In 626 years.
OF presidents in Mexico,
Hayti and South America,
it would be idle to make an
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

CLEVELAND fngs, as the weather was
fine and all the hotels ovefcrowded, and rail-
road managers tell with pardonable pride
how they got the hundreds Of thousands to
their homes in fairly good season. But all
these and other incidents of recent inau-
gurations are still fresh in the public mind.
In conclusion, a few comparisons are jus
tifiable. We have had twenty three presi-
dents in 104 years, while Rome had, dis.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1893-02-23

place to give list Of the ,presidents regu-
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J. W. JONES & co.
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/ Thirty pairs Boys Fine Calf
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reduced from So 90.
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on T. WORD !

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nent and many forei@n countries, myself
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bring my articles with them, for they
know them pretty well, but you may not
be one of these.
Confidence between man and man is
slow Of growth, and when found, it's
rarity makes it valuable. ask your con-
fidence and make a reference to this
Journal to indorse that confidence. | do
not think it will be misplaced.
absolute one-for biliousness and head
ache that can be found in this year. The
cure is so small in itself, and yet its COM
fort to you is so great-20 minutes being
its limit when relief comes-that it has
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LIVE LOCAL LINKS.

The Days Record of Current Events In
the City and Vicinity.
People who see snakes are reminded
that spring is here.
- Durham Buggy Co. are selling out
their stock of buggies at % per cent less
than cost.
When Colonel Doughty gets his shoe
shop in motion, it Will be a good time to
look after your sole.
If you want the best cent cigar ever
made call for Pure Florida Strictly all
United States goods.
The cold wave scare proved a false
alarm and up to the hour Of going to
press the country is safe.
--latest styles in flower stands, swing
ing baskets and logs at the Racket Gro
Gerry Call and see them.
j. W. Jones & Co. are carrying
handsome line of ladies'. and children's
shoes this season. See them.
The weather clerk again wildly in
>ists that there will be frost to night. If
It iroSts it will frost, and that ends it.
We have several hundred flower
pos, etc, which we close out at cost for
cash. A. Z. LLOYD & Co.
Ice cream Ice cream! Just received
large shipment of the White Mountain
Ice cream freezes at the Racket Grocery
Ask your druggist or merchant for
Testimonial Pure Florida cigars, equal to
any 10 cent CIGAR. Retails for cents
straight.
a revival meeting was commenced
last night at the Third Baptist church,
condudied by the pastor, Rev. Charles
Blanchard.
Col. r. T. Faucette's seven houses
On the sight of the old factory are about
completed and will furnish rooms for
several families
Prof. Clarence Greely will lecture on
Ae subject of law and order in room 3.
main building at Trinity college to night,
beginning at 7:3O o'clock. The public is
Invited.
Remember w. II. Proctor is agent
LOT Tie Testimonial Pure Florida cigars,
aud he guarantees every one sold to be
,He best ) cent cigar ever sold in North
Carolina.
An ante diluvian patriarch, in the
SNape OF mule which George Washing
'ou rode from Trenton to Helrs Half
-'eFe' was sold at public auction to-day
- 'front.' o. the court house.
DR.. J II. Daniel, cancer specialist,
WI. be at the Branson house, April II,
aNu femajn few days to attend patients
'aieigh and convenient to the city.
'0 charges for consultation.
, Big reduction in buggies by Durham
i,ssy 20. Only limited quantity, so
!ou need one apply at once, as no more
"' 'e Tor sale at such prices after this
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WITH THE CHURCHES
Places Where WOrshipptrS Assem-
sembled Yesterday.
And Those Who Preached the Sacred
Word.
SOMETHING OF THE Y. M. c. A
Durham People IA Church Going People
and Able Ministers DO Much
Good Work.

That Durham i essentially = chU a.
going tow is fact known far and wide.
Prof. II. III. Hamill, of Chicago, referred
10 it in his lecture, in commendatory
terms some weeks ago.
The weather being fine yesterday the
larger than usual.
At the Presbyterian church, the pas
tor, Rev. II. T. Darnall, discoursed to
large congregations morning and night
His subject in the morning was: Let
him that thirst come" and at night he
preached sermon of great power on the
"Prodigal SON."
The Trinity Methodist congregation
listened to Rev. DR.. Yates, who is very
popular with the people he formerly
served as pastor. In the morning his
text was the First Epistle of John, Cd
chapter and 10th and nth verses. His
sermon at night was addressed especially
to young men, of whom large number
were present, many being students from
rlnlIy COllege.
At the First Baptist church Rev. W. G..
Tyree, the popular young pastor, preached
to large and appreciative congregations.
In the morning his subject was "Conse
cration;" at night his text was, The
Lord was with Joseph and prospered
him."
At the Christian church, the pastor DR..
J. w. Wellons, who is daily growing in
favor With his people, preached in the
morning on "Backsliding." After this
service one new member was received
into the church. In the afternoon the
pastor preached a sermon specially to
children, ard at night revival services
were held, one person protesting reli-
gion. These services continue this week
At Main Street Methodist, the popular
pastor Rev. F. A. Bishop, preached NOM
ing and night to large and attentive con-
gregations.
The Y. M. c. a. services were con.
Quoted yesterday afternoon in very in
teresting manner by Rev. T. A. Smoot, a
talented young minister Of Trinity col
lege. The association is taking on ne
life, and will continue to improve, as the
new secretary, Professor Wilson, is a
good worker.
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AS WE GROW.

The Boom Now on TAose Who Are in the
Procession.
Now that it is given up by every one
that big boom is about to be inaugurated
in Durham and that property is COM
PEELED to advance to double and treble its
present value, it is the duty of every man,
old or young, who expects to ever own a
home, to secure it now while it Is within
his reach.
Dr. J. L. Watkins is building houses on
very desirable lots and selling on easy
terms to number of our young business
men. If you want a home, and what
man or woman does not? See DR.. Wat
kins and even on small salary he win
make it possible for YOU to own one.
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We are always at home when White Goods men,
toned We showing just the right thing for babies
wear-shor long dresses Beautiful Pin Checks and
Hair Line Cords in fine sheer an Persian dmities.
Then for hcmstitch work have fine, and very sheer
round thread Linon DIreand; threads perfectly
round hence easily drawn. Then too exhibiting
very large line of plain and checked NansOoks in all
size plads Plain cord and fancy Pique Victoria
Lawn, India Linons, etc. Laces and EmbrOideries to
suit all the different weig ghts.
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RECEIVERS SALE
!.'..n Water Works : Franchise:

Pursuant to the jud gment and orders of the
Superior Court of Durham County, at the
January term, 1893. thereof, in the case therein
pending wherein the Men cal Pipe anQ Foundry
Company is plaintiff, and "A. II. HOwIand and
the Durham Water Company are defendants,
the undersigned as receivers appointed by said
court, will on
Monday, May Is, 1898,
at 10 O'Clock m, at the court house door in Dur
nam, sell at public auction to the highest bid
der for cash, the right, title and interest of the
defendant, A. I'll. Rowland, in the Durham
Water Works, including all It's property. rights
of property, privileges, franchises, easements,
rights of way and other interests belonging to
said A. III. Rowland, as OF the 4th day OF De
cember, 1856, more particularly set forth and
described in the notice of lien filed by the
plaintiff July ~, in the Office OF the CLERK
superior Count at durham County, anu suisse
uuent 10 said 4Jn day OF DecenbeI. l>>6, as
signed ana transferred by said HOwIand 20 the
Durham water Con. Ilany, constituting the en-
lire piaLl OF said Water wOIAS: and together
with said plant, at the time and place afore-
said, the undersigned will also sell to the
highest bidder for cash the franchise of the
Durham Water Company and all its interest in
said plant. W. W. FL LLkR.
W. \. GUTHRIE,
Receivers.
Durham y G Apri! II, l~q3