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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29
PUBLIC SALE.

By virtue of Power Of Sale contained in
a mortgage from Newton G. Croft and wife
to the Frederick Town Sayings Institution,
which mortgage has been duly assigned to
the undersigned, and an order passed by the
Circuit Court for Frederick County, sitting
as Court of Equity, will sell at public sale
ONSATURDAY, JULY LIST, 1898.
AT12 OCLOCK, ~,
at the Court House door in Frederick City,
Frederick county, Nd, all the following real
estate, towit: That house ana lot situated
on the West side of Church street, IN Nc.
chanicstown, Frederick County, Maryland,
which was conveyed to the said Newton c.
Croft by deed from Daniel Poole and wife
recorded in Liber G. NJ No. ., folio 754, ono
of the Land Records of Frederick County,
bv reference whcrcto it will fully appear
Said lot is improved bya
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

AN OPPoRTUNIrY.-Now, that Mr.. l. r.
crushing machine, may we not hope to secure
limestone macadam, cheap, for our streets.
1t could be delivered from Washington coun-
ty on cars ut the crusher and thence on cars
to the CROSSING on Nam Street. Surely that
should make the cheapest possible stone.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

ON A JAuNT--On "Wednesday last Col u
V. Baushman with his four IN hand stopped
here on his way To Gettysburg and returning
STONED for suppcr at the Gilbert House.
Accompanying him were Senators Black
nurn of Kentucky and Gibson of Maryland,
Jodgc McComas Of Washington and Nc
Sherry of Frederick, Congressman Allen ot
Mississippi, nnd Messrs Henry Williams and
Charles Banghman Of Frederick. The Jun
inrs tended them Il screnadc on their return
in Me evening.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

About ten days ago, n dog owned by Mar.
grandson, Herbert, a four year old child of
c. W. Grossnckle, of this place. 1t was
supposed that 1t was done in play, but few
days later the dog gave positive evidence
that it was suffering with an attack of rabies
and was Immediately killed. SO far there
has been 10 symptoms indicating any serious
trou hlc and sincerely hop" there will be none.
The parents are greatly alarmed and are do
ing all that is possible to picYent any fun.
thcr trouble - Guue.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

UNION BRIDGE NEXT TuEsDAy.--Colum'
bia Council Jr. q. U. A. NJ. of this place is
anticipating pleasant time on the Fourth,
as they will participate in body in the p"trl'
ot,c exercises that will he held there that day.
1t is probable that a number of our people,
not members Of the order will accompany
\ than,
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

DWELLING BuRNED.-At about midnight
on Sunday last tho dwelling house OF Mr..
Joshua Whi,morc near Rocky Ridge was
entirely consumed by fire, Very little ofthe
contents of the house was sayed. All of the
chidrcns clothing was consumed, save what
they slcp, in. The origin of the fire is I'M
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

The Frederick and Middlctown Valley
railroad movement has passed the first stage,
that of enthusiasm. 1t is propable that the
promoters are now baslng their efforts upon
cool reasoning and are consequently asking
the attention of those only who are or should
be really interested We may expect it to
reach the final stage shortly; this may he
fruilion or failure, lc, us hope, the former
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

AGENTS WANTED for Tue only AUTHORIZED
BIOGRAPHY OF JAMES G, BLAINE:
BY Gail Hamilton, his literary executor,
with the co, operation of his family, and for
Mr.. Rlaine's great History, Twenty Years,
of Congress" and his later hook, political
Discussions" One prospectus for tue three
books. Exclusive territory given. Write
for terms to .....' 49,
THE HENRY BILL PUB. CO.,
apr20Gt Norwich, Conn.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

RUNAWAY On Sunday last when return
iny home from church, Mr. ID. &. Zcntz
residing at franklin Mills had serious ex-
pericnce with runaway horse. The bit
broke as he was passing under tue railroad
bridge north of town and the horse ran rap
idly, passing a number of teams, striking Mr..
A. 5. Zen,z' and doing it considerable injury
Mr.. David Biehl was riding with Mr.. ID. G.
Zcn,z he jumped from the rear of the con-
yeyance, was thrown to the ground and Sc
yercly injured. The horse stopped only
when 1t arrived at home.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29
DWELLING HOUSE,

containing nlne rooms, a Frame Stable, and
other outbuidings This is desirable prop
crty. The lot fronts on said street "a feet
more or less, and runs back 1G5 feet, more or
less
TERMS of sale as prescribed in the mort.
gage, Cash.
JOHN LANDERS
ASSIGNEE AND TRUSTEE.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

AN UGLY FALL-Mr Henry Sipes On
Tuesday last fell through from the hay NOW
to the ground below, receiving serious injur.
les. He stepped upon the end of II board,
which, fitting, struck him blow III the face
cutting and bruising him severely, inhlcting
greater injuries than the fall that came after
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

STABLE BURNED.-The stable on Mr..
Henry Fleagle's place one mile east of town
was destroyed by fire on Saturday evening
last. The origin of the fire is unknown.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

New IssIoNERs Under the amend
ment to the constitution of Maryland relating
to County commissioners, ratified in 1891,
the Legislature was authorized to fix the
term at any limit not exceeding SIX years. In
conformity with this, acts were passed at the
session of 1892 for every county except Kent
county.
In the majority Of counties there are three
commissioners In the majority the term is
six years. Only in six counties is The limit
fixed at four years, viz: Allcgany, Garrett,
Montgomery, Washington, Wicomico and
Worcester.
There are boards of five commissioners in
Allegany, Frederick, Kent, Montgomery,
Prince Georges, Washington and Worcester:
also in Wlcomico until 1895, when the mum.
Der will be three.
There will be no election this year for
commissioners in Baltimore, Frederick and
Talbot counties In 1895 Baltimore county
will elect one commissioner for four years
and one for six years,and at every subsequent
tltCtioH ohc IoI slA ScdIs, eo 'i"'
there will always be in the board n majority
of experienced commissioners.
Some people regret that the system is not
uniform, both as to number and term. 1t is
claimed that it is easier to secure the services
Of three than of five competent business men
IN any county. The term of six years is not
too long to keep good men in Office.
In Frederick county the commissioners
by the Legislature, and the term of their sue
ccssors, to be elected in 1897, was fixed al
same length.
Washington County IN 1898, this fall elects
| two commissioners to serve for four years
/ Three of the prrscn, board will hold over.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

Quick TRAIN FOR FREDERICK.-Unde
the Summer Schedule of the Western Mary
land Railroad the Blue Mountain Express
East makes prompt connection at Bruceyillc
with Penna r. II. for Frederick. Leave
Cherry Run at 30 A. NJ Clear Spring $50
"A. NJ, Hagerslown CAB A. NJ, Blue Mount
ain 7.l5 A. NJ. Bucna Vista Spring 7.2O A,
NJ, Blue Ridge 7.29 A. NJ, Mechanics'own
: 80 A. NJ, Rocky Ridge 7.47 A. M; arrive
at Frederick 8 50 A. NJ. This connection
will prove most convenient to passengers
from nuinlS nAEed above.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

RUNAwAy-The two horses attached to
the hack that Mr.. Frank Zimmerman drlyes
to the trains, became for q time unmanagca-
bic on Tuesday evening last, and before he
could control them, succeeded in smashing
a street lamp and post. Little or no other
damage was done
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

PERsoNAL.- Clara Landers returned
last week from six weeks visit to Selins
Grove, Pa Mrs. Howard Schnurc to whom
her visit was paid, returned with her and
will spend several weeks here.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

BANK FAILUREs.-We note among the
many bank failures two IN san Diego, Cal.
and one in Jacksonville, o. In one of the
former Mr. Jos W. Seton, well known as a
former citizen this place, was an officer
and near the latter place our friend G. W..
Elchclberger resides. We trust that neither
have been vc,lmizcd by the failures.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

One ofthe most unique specimens of mech
anism is computing Scale on the counter
of E. O. Crimes III this city. 1t weighs an
article, first deducting the tare, then COM
putcs the value of the one quarter Of cent.
Should you place upon it something weigh
ing y pounds at = cents per pound the
scale will only balance at the point that
gives the cxac. price 1t saves time, labor
and money. -.1dr0cdte
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

EXCURSION TO GErrYsBuR G-On Sunday
next, July end, Burns Post, g. A. X. OF
Westminster will have charge OF an excursion
to Gettysburg. The train goes via Hlghfcld
and will pass this point Mt 81 Il. m, fare
$1.OO Returning the train will leaye Get,ys
burg at $50 p, m.
On thn, day the New York Veterans will
dedicate their $3.50, 600 monument, and there
Will be 10 900 soldiers cncam2"d on the bat
tirtitll
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

A FINE FIsnING OuTFIT.-Coloncl l.. V.
Baughman has had built at the shop of Ha-
gan Brothers, on Yves, Fourth street, fish
ing smack that will make glad the hearts OF
the disciples of lzlac Walton. The first
item of interest about the smack is the four
horse wagon for hauling fishermen and their
lunch The gear Of the wagon is painted
yellow, with heavy platform springs. Upon
these springs is placed bed II feet long,
painted in continental blue and yellow
stripes. The bed has a seating capacity for
12 Under the front seat is buffet, supplied
with an ice water tank, drinking cups and
other pcnicing traps. Under tho bed are
SUSPENDED buckets for watering the horses.
On the rear axle will be placed an arrange
mcnt for holding ice and at the SIDES of the
wagon will be placed wicker baskets for
holding umbrellas, etc. The seats of the
wagon are covered with light corduroy. In
the structure Of the wagon, the comfort Of
the pleasure seekers has been studied and
the wagon will be drawn by four horses.
There is alsoa boat wagon with yellow gear,
on which ls placed the boat, ID feet long, a
feet 5 inches wide, and this Will be drawn by
two horses. - hetrs.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

A resident Of lIarIisyille, Richie county,
Va, writes to his local papers as follows :
I'VE don't suppose there is town in this
state of the same size that can equal this one
for producing grass widows. We now have
no less than five in our midst, whose nus
bands haye been suddenly taken with n
leaving, and it IS SAID all the married women
in town have roll call every morning to
see if any of them are minus Il husband"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

New FISH BAIT,-Having read in one of
our exchangcs that COWS standing in deep
water have been MIXED by bass, we provid,
cd ourselves with an infants bottle, loaded
it with milk as modified when known az
punch, went to NJ 'nocacy, got seventeen two
10 four pound bass galoriously fulland when
the somno,cnt stage was reached, dipped
them out with barn basket.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1893-06-29

NEW VoLuME.-TheBa lttmorean has just
entered upon its XXllIrd volume. ltis one
of our most valued exchanges, being model
of ncatncss in the matter Of Typography ; n
perfect cornucopia of society and fra'crnal
orders information, while its editorial and
biographical departments are specially mcr-
torlous. 1t is simply charming and we con-
graduate it as well upon its intrinsic worth
as its natal day.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1893-04-28

FRANKFORT. N-TIlE.MAIN.-
The Commercial Banking Co, OF sydney,
London.
The Commercial Banking G., o( Sydney,
Sydney. The Bank Of New Icalaud. Auck-
land, and its branches in Christchurch,
Dun-din and Melingt,u.
The liank of British Columbia, Portland,
Oregon,
1hc Azores ami Madrra islands.
stockholm, sweden.
The Chartered Bank Of India, Australia and
China.
llongkong, Yokohama, Japan. Aud transact
General Banking business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-01-20
A Word to Journal Readers.

With the advent of every Legislative
communications from gentlemen who seek
IN this way to secure the attention of mem
bers of the Legislature for the purpose of
ventilating personal views upon various
matters that are to come up for Legislative
consideration. Two years ago we received
more than one hundred such communion
lions during the session. some of them ex-
ceeding two columns in length. Had
we undertaken to publish them we should
have had room in our columns for little else.
But we did not attempt 10 do anything of
the kind. The demands made upon our
columns during the session by the regular
House and Senate reports are such as to
leave u absolutely no room for conducting
4 forum. neither do we think i, incumbent
upon us to do so. The Legislature will give
every man who has anything to say in regard
TO proposed matters of legislation ample
opportunity to be heard 1t is for this very
purpose that committee hearings are held.
aud due notice of them given to the inter
ested public. If we should throw out
our telegraph dispatches to make room for
articles embodying personal opinions we
should be in hot water at once Ex-
cep,ions, would be taken III almost
every case AMI more space demanded. on
the ground of fairness. 10 give expression
to them and thus one discussion woulI
follow upon the heels of another through
out the session, TO the exclusion of almost
everything else We cannot open our
columns TO anything of the kind. IL We
did so for one man others would expect, and
properly so, to he accorded the same pFivi-
leges aud thus the door be opened vile TO
endless newspaper controversies over mat
tiers that mnst be passed upon anil shonli
therefore be discussed before the various
Legislative committees at the sessions held
By them for that purpose.
We trust or friends will appreciate our
position in this matter and npt put upon us
the disagreeable duty of returning snei con-
tributions. We will say to those g,.niie men
whose articles we have already returned
that this action was not necessarily due TO
any objections to views expressed in them,
with many Of " hieli we are in hearty ac-
cord; but solely to the fac; that the crowded
conditions of our columns this v inter will
make il impossible for IL 10 find space for
communications OF tins character.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-01-20

Can potatoes be improved in shape by
selecting the sbapeliest specimens for seed
year after year, Since it has been shown
that the yield may be increased by selecting
seed from the most productive hills, it has
been assumed that the shape might be i'm
proved by selecting the hest formed seed.
But is there any proof of this: None has
ever been noted hy the writer of this note.
But We have had some experience as TO
another phase of the question. The
tubers from single seeding
plant vary in shape. Kindly I'M
derstand that we allude to the tuber- pro-
duct from a single true seed. 1t is not un-
usual that such product consists of long,
short round, much and little fattened tu-
bers- Some have many, some few eyes.
The color of the skin, too, varies often
times. Some are more, some less colored.
These differences in shape do not seem to
be owing to any physical causes such as
being crowded in the, hill, the prox-
from any cause. The variations
seem to be due TO seminal causes. the same
AS twin animals differ in shape, size and
color. Now what we have repeatedly found
is that each tuber will reproduce itself in a
greater or less degree If we propagate the
seeding from the ill-shaped. many eyed,
much-colored specimens, we shall establish
A variety less shspely with more eyes, etc,
than if we propagate from the more perfect
tnbers of the seeding hill.
The originators of new kinds of potatoes,
instead of selecting the best tuber of the
seeding hill as the parent of new variety
use several or all the tubers of the hill.
And to this cause, as we believe, is due the
marked variations in the kinds placed upon
the market from year to year. Thfs is
merely our ownsassertion of our own exrer-
fence. Surely, the subject il well worth
the consideration of the experiment stations.
As TO whether the shape. etc, of potato
may be improved by selection after the first
year we have no experience and no opiu-
ion to offer.-Rural New Yorker.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-01-20

There can be no question as to the conf
Nicaragua canal which would no doubt give
american interests ready access to Eastern
Asia aud Australia. and by shortening the
distance 10 those countries minimize the
competition Of European rivals in their
markets But at the same time with recent
revelations regarding similar big canal
scheme--and scandat-in another country,
Congress cannot proceed too carefully in
legislation affecting this American plan
If ike gigantic nature. The present bill
before Congress. in its amended form
seems TO have been Invested Of every oh
jectionable feature, and it now appears as a
broad and thorough measure, devoid of
party significance and one upon which all
business interests of the country may safely
mite for its support. In the bills new form
he federal government is given absolute
control over it's affairs in every particular,
IND 1t is guarded at every turn by provisions
which render anything approaching a re-
,emblance of the Panama scandal impos-
sible. it affords the amplest assurance that
an enterprise, in which both national and
commercial welfare are concerned, will be
carried 10 a speedy and successful compile
ton. The bill is simply federal ndorse-
nenf of an un ertaking which even its
opponents are forced to admit would prove
profitable and desirable. And yet, Uncle
sam should go slow on big canal schemes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-01-20

As the planting season will soon come
around again prospective planters may vel
take the matter into timely consideration.
Quite often in giving orders the selection
of varieties is left TO the agent This is q
serious mistake, for the reason that be is
generally on salary or percentage, and i.
instructed to work off all that is possible OF
certain sorts with which the nursery is over
stocked, or that have been tried and found
wanting. Some follow the advice
of some agricultural writer. who
perhaps does not even name ,h,
state. Probably the suggestions would be
well for the writer's locality. but 200 OF ,0f
miles away most of the recommended varie-
ties might be worthless. This loss, through
radical difference of climate, applies to
some other crops also
The planter would better visit persons in
bis own vicinity experienced in the bust
ness, and ascertain what varieties they have
proved to be the best bearers, and mos,
of all what find readiest market. 1t is
inexpe'iient to plant noted bearers if the
fruit is harl to sell. Another mistake
frequently made especially with apples
is setting too many early sorts. These
have to be disposed of during the busy sea
son, and generally few bushels at a time
supply the market. Those living eight OF
ten miles distant will hardly make it pay to
drive so far for the special purpose of get
ting rid of early fruit. In this region, hun
ireds of bushels of early frui, go to decay
each bearing season, sowing many diseases
attributed to the climate. 1t wouli pay
largely to topgraft some of the young trees
of earlier varieties with late sorts, and use
the old trees for firewood.-New York cor
respondent of New York Tribune.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-01-20
Inland Eisharias ana Came,

The COMMITTEE inland iisherir. aud gam,
Will give puhhc hearing At their room IN thu
state Hense FRIDAY. Jan. ,Nth, at I o eiack l.
" on petition of D.. VI, Jersey, II, +. reff ane
" Others ei,irens OF tcnobscat eounty fer chang
IN the dsh laws to allow fishing with II set hu,a
fastezd Of ave as At present.
Tsesdsy, Jsa- -. ~ NJ.
Petition of /. X. Harrington =, al. 10 prohi' i
taxing VI ash from Morse P7nd la East Liver
utufe.
An set 10 protect landlocked salmon in Medic
max pond Ia Knox county.
An act for ,hr protection Of fish in the inlets
fsfi;n poni,
Petition OF \. \, fssry aud others to prehibl
taking Hsh in Long, tow and tireeicy ponds II
krsnkf.a county.
Au act to amend sse, % OF char. a. Of the he
ti<ssi statutes rslsttug Ia eisss tiuir far hsi.
An at 10 amend chap. - af the tutlic Law q,
f~as rsiatins tie iaisnj fisheries.
Resolve In favor VI North h~nuel,.c Fish an.
Game Associate u.
r, esisy. Jan n, ? z. VI.
To all persons Interested in any change of th,
Pubic Laws relating to ash and game.
u. w. ROLLINS, Secretary.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1893-01-20
To Suspend Silver Purchases.

The bill reported ia the Senate by Sena-
tor Sherman from the finance committee
stopping the purchase of silver bullion by
the federal treasury after January l., 1894
and giving national banks the privilege to
Increase their circulating notes from 30 per
cent. of the amount of the par value or the
bonds deposited by them at Washington to
an amount equal TO the full face value
of the bonds is wise
and conservative measure eniinently
worthy of the distinguished fnancier and
statesman who introduced It, The Silver
Law of 1890 has become 4 grave menace to
the legitimate business interests of the
country and pow, riul demand exists for
its repeal. The clause providing for an
u iiiiion to the national bank currency
while evidently designed TO mollify the
classes which are cla,noring for an increase
in the value of money, is wise and equita'
bic and should meet with no opposition.
1t is doubtful. however, ii the new Sher-
man bill, commendable though its provisi Jns
be, will be brought 10 vote during the
present session. The measure will receive
the cordial support of majority OF
the Republicans in the Senate and of near
~ every Republican in the House; but its
opponents are strong enough to delay Its
passage by talking it to DEATH Thai
they will not hesitate to use every weapon
in their power to kill the bill need not be
doubted The introduction of such meas
ure at this particular time, however, de-
stroys the Democratic accusation that the
Republicans in Congress refused to take
action on the suspension of the Silver Pur'
chase Law and serves to show their fidelity
to their convictions in favor Of honest
nnpay