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Middletown transcript., 1893-02-04
ELECTRIC RAILROAD.
A Charter Asked for on Monday Las


A Charter Asked for on Monday Last.
A bill was presented before the Della
aware Legislature on Monday last by
Representative Watkins for a charter
for an electric railroad for freight and
passenger traffic between Odessa and
Middletown, and extending to the
Maryland line. The names of the in
corporators are not given, but It is un-
delstood that several prominent mem
bers of our Board of Trade are inter-
ested in the venture. This is a move
in the right dirention, and will prIve a
big thing for both Middletown and
Odessa. 1t is to be hoped that its pro-
jectors will push it to a successful and
profitable termination.
The commissioners named in the bill are
W. A. Comegys, T. Fl. Gilpin, Abram
Vandegrift and j. Thomas Budd; capital
stock, 100000 in $25 shares, with power
to increase to $200,0O0 and to borrow on
mortgage not exceeding $4,000, after
$25, 200 has been paid in on stock. The
charter to go into effect when 100 shares
has been subscribed. Annual meetings to
be held at Middletown on the first Wednes-
day in April seven directors to be chosen,
majority of whom shall be citizens and
stockholders
Route: Starting from point at or near
the bridge over the Appoquinimink IN
Odessa, (Cantwell's bridge, thence through
the main street of Odessa and by public
road to iddletown, through Middletown
by such street or streets as may be agreed
on between the directors and town COM
missioners, thence by public road to the
State line near Warwick, with the right to
connect with or merge into any railway
from the State line into Maryland, or else
where in this State. The company is also
to be empowered to erect electric light and
power plants in the towns along the
line. It asks for five years exemption
from State and county taxes. The pas
senger fare not to exceed seven cents per
mile, and acceptable freight may be trans
ported at not exceeding 80 Gems per 100
pounds between Odessa and Middletown
or between Middletown and Warwick lex
press packages, valuable papers and like
property being excepted from this rate);
but the company is not to be considered a
common carrier and may refuse transporta-
tion of certain kinds of freight and to OBJ
jectionable. passengers.
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Recentions ana Parties.

Society is still maini iaining merry
pose, and but little thought is being
given to the approach of the penitential
period entertainments of all descrip-
tions are being given with rapidity.
and the ultra-fashionables who can at
tend all is fortunate indeed. The week
just passed by was one one of the live
liest of the season, and the events that
were given were highly enjoyable.
Miss Nellie Walker, of Chestertown,
gave one of those delightful teas which
she is noted for on Thursday evening,
in honor Of Mrs. Allen Harris, Mrs.
Edward w. Harris and Mrs. j.
Fletcher Rolph.
The Chesapeake House at Betterton,
was the scene of a pleasant dance on
Wednesday evening. Messrs. John r.
and Harry Owens, Walter Brice and
Robert H. and G.. r. Crew were the
committee.
Miss Katie Boggs, of near Ches-
void, attained her 18th birthday on
M Mopday evening. and as fitting le-
mainde of the event her mother gave
her party, at which many of her asso-
ciates we're present, among the num-
Der being Miss Emma Smethmeier, of
Philadelphia. She was the recipient
of many handsome presents.
The young men of Chestertown will
give their last hop before the lenten
season on February 9. The committee
is composed Of George Boice, p. B.
Hollis, John d. Welch, Frank FL. Gil
pin and Eben F. Perkins, Jr.
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Wedding at Frederick.


A social event in Frederick on
Thursday was The marriage of Miss
Edith A. Bantz. daughter of the late
Wm S. Bantz, and niece of ex-senator
Henry G. Davis, to Mr.. George W..
Berry, of Martinsburg, W. Va. The
ceremony took place in the Reformed
Church at 2 p. m. and was performed
by Rev. E. r. Erchbach, in the pres
ence of large congregation. There
were no bridesmaids. The ushers were
Messrs. H. G. Berry and M. G. Tabler,
of Martinsburg; G. w. Harrison, of
Piedmont, and j. Brnner Bantz, of
Deer Park. The bride were dark
green Irish poplin, with gloves and hat
to match, carried a bouquet of Marechal
Neil roses. A wedding march was
rendered on the organ by Prot. George
Ed. Smith.
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LITERARY AND MUSICAL.

An Entertainment to Refurnish a
School House.
The parents and any friends Of
the children of Hickory Grove school
anticipate a pleasant evenings enter
tainment at the Granger's Hall, on
State Road, two miles south of st.
Georges Del, next Wednesday even
ing, the 9Th, when they will give one
OF their popular literary and musical
entertainments, to be followed with
refreshments.
A nominal admission of Is cents to
all will be charged. The object is to
refurnish the new school house, they
being SO unfortunate as to have their
old house destroyed by fire last spring.
Come out friends and by your
presence encourage the children.
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KEEN-JOHNSON.
A Wilmington Wedding by Rev. j d.
g. Hanna.

A Wilmington Wedding by Rev. j. ID.
g. Hanna.
1.-TWO souls with bu, a sin gle tho ught,
Two hearts that beat as one.'
One of the most pleasant February
weddings was solemnized at 607 Eass
Seventh street, Wilmington, on We'd
nesday evening, when Miss Alinda
Johnson Was united to Mr.. Samuel N.
Keen by Rev. J. d. G. Hanna. The
gathering consisted only of the i'm medi-
ate relatives and friends of the COLI
tracting parties from Philadelphia,
Elkton, Middletown, Milford and other
points in the State.
The bride is sister of our popu-
lar freight agent, Mr.. Harry G. John
son, and Miss Sallie johnson, of Phila
delphia. She was arrayed in a becom-
ing costume of Bengaline silk and car
ried bride roses and lilies of the valley
The presents were costly and hand
some. After the ceremony reception
was given by the bride and groom.
They will make their home in Will
mington, where Mr.. Keen is engaged
in the trunk and harness business.
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ANDERsoN-sTAYToN.
Night Operator Anderson Becomes
Tired OF "sinele RIessedness.

Night Operator Anderson Becomes
Tired of "single BIessedness.''
"A Very pretty home wedding at the
r. slience of Mrs. Mary j. S,aytun,
Grren~ ODD. Del, oil Wednesday after
noon, Feb. |, marked the entrance
upon The matrimonial state Of her
daughter, Miss Maggie. and Mr.. Roland
L. Anderson Of Middletown, Del.
The ceremony was performed by Rev.
Aluysius Green. Ouly The immediate
members Of the family we're present.
The bride Was beautifully atlired in a
blue cloth travelling dress.
The happy couple left on the 4.38
train for points north, amid shower
of rice and The best wishes of friends.
Mr.. Anderson and bis bride have taken
up their residence in Middletown.
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Still at Large.

George Matthews, the colored farm
laborer, who is accused of setting fire
to the outbuildings on the farm of
W. Z. Lockwood, near Cecilton last
week, has SO far eluded capture. A
reward of $50. is offered for his ap-
prehension and it is thought he will
soon be appreheIded. His wife re-
sides near Massey's, and it is said he
has been seen by her in that neigh
hood. 1t is supposed that he has a
hiding place in the forest near that
place, anc it is being secured by the
officers of the law.
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DEATHS DoINGs.
A Young wife and Mother STRICKEN
BY the Icy Hand.

A Young Wife and Mother Stricken
BY the Icy Hand.
Death is ever a grim monster that
never loses its horror, but when he
comes to the young wife and mother,
and marks her as his victim, then his
presence adds the darkest gloom to
bereavement. The sudden death OF
Mrs EstelIa G., wife of Harry r. Arm
strong occurred at her home near New
Castle, on Sunday morning. She was
stricken with apoplexy, and died
within two hours Until about two
years ago Mrs Armstrong lived in
this community, where she was wide
4ly known by large circle of
friends. She was the second daughter
of the late Lorenza CHM, who lived
and died near this town, on his farm
where Mr.. Lewis Fennimore now lives.
About seven years ago she was married
to Mr.. Harry Armstrong, son of BENZ.
Armstrong, who with two small -chiR-
dren mourn the loss sof a true and
faithful wife, a loving and devoted
mother. Her funeral took place on
Thursday morning from the M. E.
Church, of this town. At the same
altar before which as girl she de-
clared her allegiance to Christ and the
church, and as bride plighted her
faith, her mortal remains were view
ed for the last time by her sorrowing
friends. Her pastor, DR. T. E. Martin
dale was the officiating clergyman, as
sisted by Rev. N. M. Browne. The in
terment was at Forest cemetery. Mrs.
Armstrong was in her 33d year. One
sister Mrs. w. B. Wilson, sur
wives her.
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The Best of all Gifts.

A new and handsome pulpit Bible
and Hymnal were the gifts of Mrs.
William Taylor to the NJ. E. Church
las week. The bible is one of the
handsomest that could be found, and
is beautifully and elegantly bound
in Turkish morocco. The type is
large and clear and will suit any eyes.
The pastor, Rev. N. M. Browne, ex-
pressed his delight at finding this
magnificent book upon the pulpit
stand on Sunday morning, and the
congregation extended thanks to the
benefcent donor. 1t is a welcome
and long-needed addition to the
church furnishings.
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and Mr.. Charles K. Zug, OF Phlladel-
phia. The bride entered the church
with her uncle, Mr.. George S. Adkins,
and was attired in white Bengaline, a
full tulle veil fastened with natural
lilies of the valley, and carried a
bouquet of bride roses and lilies of the
valley.
The bridesmaids wore quaint En,-
pire gowns of white India silk, and
carried bouquets of white carnations
with trailing sprays of smilax and car
nations.
Mr. and Mrs. Nesbitt will be ''at
home'' to their friends on February Is,
from to 8, at their future home 435
North Thirty second street, Philadel-
/ hia.
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Miss Mary wilson.

Miss Mary Beatrice Wilson, daughter
of James A. Wilson, of Newark, Del,
died at her home on Monday
morning. Although she had been
in. delicate health for some time, her
death was great shock to her many
friends. She was only about 90 years
old, and life for her had many at
fractions. Her funeral took place on
Thursday morning Services were
conducted by Rev. N. H. Miller,
assisted by Rev. J. L. Vallandigham
Albert A. Hobb, Hugh G. Browne,
Joseph Hassinger, Walter Steele, Amos
O'Daniel and Nathan Motherall, were
the pail bearers.
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The Gro,,nd Hoo ort

Ac c,ording to the old superstition we
are to have an early spring. The
weather on the I'd decided 1.-THE day
the ground hog comes out to view the
land. If he sees his shadow, he re-
turns to his winter quarters and re-
mains six weeks longer, but if he does
not see his shadow he stays out. As
Thursday was such cloudy day, he
had no occasion to flee and we pre-
sumo he is still abroad, and naturally
we begin to watch for the signs of
winters departure.
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Large stock Sale.

One of the largest sales held in this
vicinity this spring was that of George
Il. Houston, near Mt. Pleasant, on
Thursday last. There were % head Of
horses and mules, among the number
being some of the finest stock in this
section. The horses all brought good
prices, and the bidding was brisk.
Grover 9. whose registration was af-
fected few days prior to the sale, was
bid in at S7OO,
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ADVERTISED I.atta,.s

List of unclaimed let er at the Post
Office, Middletown, Delaware, which
can be had by saying they are advertised:
Mr.. W. w. Callihan, Mr.. Jessie Emp
son, Jr. Mr.. Charles Braceland, Mrs.
Annie Braceland. Miss Della Townson.
Mrs. Georgiana Williams, Miss Eliza
beth Wallace, Miss D. Short, W. w.
Cameron 6 Co.
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NuntiaI Cards.

Ca4ds have been issued for weddings
as follows; Miss Carrie Lewis Davis
10 Mr.. Harry w. Carroll at the H. E.
Ch urch, Frederick. Nd, ON Thursday
evening next.
Miss Annie Carlisle, of Milford, and
Darwin St. Collins, of Montana, on
Wednesday afternoon.
Mr.. William Bradford Copper, cash
ier of Chestertown's Second National
Bank, will be married to Miss Sallie e.
Carroll at Christ M. P. Church, that
place, at high noon on Thursday next.
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Better Than no Ii eht at all.

Lamps and candles have been in de-
mand this week, and to keep them
trimmed and burning" is task
which most housewives seem to dis
like consequently there are many noses
in ali. over those "horrid coal-oil
lamps" But they are better than
darkness, and until there is something
better, we'll try to worry along with
such az we have
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Make Them Wear Rubbers.

1t requires vigilant eye to keep the
small boys feet dry just at present.
He is so averse to overshoes and rub
bers, and has so great fondness for
wading through the deepest pools and
mud holes, that wet feet are not to be
wondered at. Though the task of
keeping them dry is great one, it is
perhaps less difficult than curing the
Group; and if he wades through the
water in day time, he will be apt to
have the Group at night.
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SIMS
Dover's Handsome New church.

The new Baptist church in Dover
was dedicated on Sunday. The edifiee
is handsome and roomy, heated by
steam, amply provided by pretty light
appliances and beautifully furnished.
The baptism pool is so arranged that
immersion is made in running water.
The congregation is justly proud of
its new house of worship.
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VIII Sue for Damages.

Benjamin West, who was seriously
injured some weeks ago by collision
with the south-bound express at the
Blackbird crossing, is contemplating
entering suit against the railroad CON-
pany for damages.
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satisfied with the Results.

A big crowd from all over the Penin-
sula attended the sale of Isaac Gibbs on
the Boyer Farm Tuesday last, and the
smile that was on Ike's face as he
greeted US yesterday, was sufficient evil
dence that he was weIl-satisfied with the
prices he received for his horses and i'm
plements.
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National Hotel Sold.

Alex. P. axwell, who is known far
and near among the travelling public
as a host with few equals, has dispos-
ed of the National Hotel. over whose
destinies he has SO long presided, to
Mr.. De Ballenger, who keeps the old
Willis place opposite the Wilmington
station. Mr.. Maxwell, with his estima-
BILE wife, will remove to their home on
ian street, now occupied by Mrs
Parvis. The price paid it is stated is
S21. 900.
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The Tasker Mills Shut Down,

The Riverside Rolling Mills, at New
Castle, owned by Morris, Tasker &
Company, of Philadelphia. and leased
by J. Jones Hunson, managing SUPER
intendent and president of the COM
pany, have been closed indefinitely,
throwing 200 hands out of employ
ment,
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THE TRANSCRIPT extends its very
sincerest congratulations to Chief
Justice Robinson and Associate
Justice Marvel Both are able and
well qualified;and Governor Reynolds
has done himself great credit in
selecting such worthy men for these
high and honorable positions That
they will adorn the bench and reflect
honor upon the State we have no
doubt. Our very best compliments
are herewith extended to them both.
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Substitute Postmasters.

During the illness of Postmaster A.
G. Cox, ,sour veteran Postmaster. D. l..
Dunning is acting in his place, and
though some years have passed since
he filed this position, he has by no
means lost the art. Ex-assistant Post
master Lockwood came up from Balti-
more and is also on duty.
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Administrators Sale.

William FL. VoshelI, administrator,
will sell the personal property of the
late Alvah 7. Spicer in Odessa, ON sat
urday next. "Uucle Sam" Enos will
be the auctioneer.
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Disease Among Horses.

A fatal disease has broken out
among the horses in West Dover
hundred, Kent county. The first
symptoms is sore throat. After that
has developed the animals live but a
few hours, Five horses have died
within the past week.
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A Newark Weddiug.

A pretty wedding at the residence of
Mrs. Benjamin Campbell, at Newark,
was solemnized on Wednesday. The
.nnnf franl ING nartips were Miss AnhipE
Bryan. of Newark, and Mr.. Charles r.
Maxwell. of EIktOn.
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A Private wedding.

Edward F. Taggart and Miss Anna
A. Rudolph, were married in the Epis-
copal Church. Elkton, on Tuesday
night BY the rector, Rev. William
Schouler. The wedding was private.
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b. M. s. X. RANKS BROKEN.
Two of It's Fair Members Bow at the

Two of Its Fair Members Bow at the
Shrine of Hymen.
The young ladies of Smyrna and
vicinity have mystic circle known as
the B. M. s. K, now what these ini-
tials stand for the young men have
long endeavored TO find out, but the
secret is guarded by the young ladies,
and all efforts have been in vain. But
the ranks of the society are rapidly be-
ing depleted by the marriage of many
of its members. The first of trio To
join wedlock was Miss Name Heitshu,
whose pretty home, 1.-The Manor,'
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Magnolia Has a Fire ENGINE.

Taught costly lesson by two de-
structive fires at Magnolia, the citizens
OF that place have bought modern
lire engine with which to fight future
confagrations.
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Weddings and Re-
ceptions.
Some folks seem To think that ths
worl 'ss0ciety" is restricted TO mear
only the polite intercourse of congenla
associates within the narrow limits Of
entertainments, parties and various
amusements; but in broader sense
society embraces the whole social life
of man, whether in families communi-
Ties or sets, and rs it is only in society
that individuals attain their truest life,
it is not surprising that SO much atlen-
tion is given to social habits and Gus
toms, as well the many events OF ln-
terest that are of daily occurrance; and
thus it is We have social pages or col
umns in the newspapers, and as every
body is member of society, everybody
is eager To read its record. We, Too,
have our lltllerorner which we devote
To that homogeneous quantity, that
complex yet dimIy defined subject
SOciety-and while we shall never
fail to describe the belle of the ball, We
shall also aim to as faithfully portray
the queen OF the home, aud in all reforms
that fashion DEGREES, we v i'll be a will
ing ctIaIDpiiUH, yet not fearing to Up
pose her follies when they Come within
our reach. Whatever is of interest in
our cial life will find a place in thtse
columns.
The month that has just closed has
All unusally brilliant record for local
happenings, and the flood tide Of fts-
tivily has swept through the country.
There will be less gayety in the sombrr
hued month Of February, but quite AS
much enjoyment of social pleasures.
As the Lenten season approaches
gayety is abandoned. and the social IN
s;lncts will find an outlet in other
channels. There will be the meetings
of the s'Circles'' and Bands" ]" and the
afternoon leas and pleasant little ''at
honles' will take the place of the
larger parties and balls Of the month
of January.
During this month too, there are
preparations going on for the spring
toilet, and the pattern for the new
Easter dress and bonnet is already Sc
.lected. Will our spring beauties come
out decked in poke bonnet and crino-
line? The beautiful clinging gowns
that have added SO much To feminine
grace, are doomed, they say, and the
hoop skirt is to reign. And the faces
that have been 80 charming under the
little toques are now to be hid in The
depths cf poke. Oh horrorI And
u long distance intercourse must satisfy
the ardent desire of the young man's
fancy which lightly turns 10 thoughts
of love.
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Mr.. Brinkerhoff, of Philadelphia.
specialist in lenses for the eye, win be-
at Mrs. V. W. Massey's jewelry stora,
on Thursday, February 9th.
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PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS.

DIR. W. F. Kennedy, of Wilmington,
was in town this week.
Rev. DIR. G. A. Grise, of Georgetown.
was in town on Monday,
Mrs. N. J. Williams and little
daughter Mary are visiting in New
York city.
Mrs. v. L. Culbertsoh spent a few
days this week with friends in Phila-
delphia.
Mine Host Sparks and lady visited
Wilmington and Philadelphia on
Thursday.
Rev. M. Maxwell, of the NJ. E.
Church at Frederick, was in town on
Wednesday.
We are glad to see Editor Freeman,
of the New Era on the streets again,
apparently in his usual health.
Mrs. B. T. Biggs, who has been
spending few days with her son, in
Wilmington, returned home last eve
ming.
We regret to say POSTMASTER A. g.
Cox is still very ill. With other COM
plications erysipelas has developed,
and his condition is very serious.
Mrs. W. p, Miff1in and daughter
Ada will join Mr.. Miff1in in Philadel-
phia shortly. Her removal from
Middletown will be greatly regretted
by her many friends.
DR.. T. E. Martindale, of New Cas-
tie, was in town on Thursday, and
frightened the TRANSCRIPTS den by
little visit. He called upon a num-
Der of his old friends, all of whom
were glad to see him.
Miss Lidie McNamee, who has been
visiting her aunt, Mrs. Annie Griffith,
returns to her home in North East,
Md, this morning. Miss McNamee is
general favorite, and we know of
some who hope she will soon again
visit Middletown.
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To say Jim Hughes friends are mad
is but mildly describing the state Of
mind under which they are laboring,
It was an understood thing that he
was to be made Secretary Of State In
case of Marvel's appointment as as
sociate Justice, and whenever Jimmy
made his appearance among the boys
he was taken by the hand and con-
graduated for his good luck. But
there are disappointments in a politi-
clans life, and so it was with Hughes,
for even the promises of Governors
are not to be relied upon. Secretary
Marvel was appointed, and John d.
Hawkins, who always had a penchant
for following up the Governor, has at
last succeeded in catching a plum.
But Jim Hughes friends have blood
in their eye, and threaten vengeance.
One of the most amusing things
that has attracaed my attention late-
iy was the passing Off sProtectione
bill by Democratic Legislature. We
refer to the bill that was rushed
through this week to keep Jersey
farmers from selling their truck at
the curbstone markets In Whining
ton. :The idea is preposterousl
To think of Delaware Democrats
posing as protectionists after
all their ranting last fall. But it is
said that chickens, come home to roost
and the Blue Hens Chickens are no
exception to the rule.
There is another bill showing
that nothing but partisan legisla
ton will predominate at the
present session of the Legisla-
ture. This fact has been made
apparent in the railroading OF the bill
on contested elections through both
Houses TO day. Notwithstanding SEN
ator Pilling made vigorous attack
upon the bill, it went through. He
got in his first shot at Governor Rey-
nolds. on account of his unwillingness
to place Republican on the
bench. The bill was got up
only to meet an individual case.
The minority vote was augmented
by that of Senator Lacy, who does not
believe in "buying pig in a poke.n
Chief Justic Comegys did not live
long to enjoy the long-needed rest
from public life granted to him few
weeks ago. His death was not unex-
pected, as he has been an invalid for
some time. His weary spirit fed it's
mortal pale, and scared on high. He
He was an honored citizen whose de-
votion to his State and country was
conspicuous, and it is with regret his
death will be learned.