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Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

JOSEPH X. WHITAKER died at his res
idence near Dover on Monday morning
last after an illness of about six weeks.
Mr. Whitaker was born in New Castle
county, Del. 70 years ago his father, the
late Joseph Whitaker, au early Pennsyl-
vauia ironmaster, was then operating the
Delaware Iron Works. He was for a
time President Of the Swede Iron Com
panY, near Norristown, Pa. and was a
member of the iron commission firm in
Philadelphia. For a number of years he
was director of the Second and Third
and Fifth and Sixth Streets Railway, of
Philadelphia, and director of the Saucon
Iron Company, at Hellertown, Pa, of
which company his brother, the late Geo.
w. Whitaker, was president. III the Jos
he bought the farm where he died and
subsequently acquired a number of farms
in Kent county, being probably the larg-
est laudholder IL the county, and his
home faru being conceded TO be in
higher state of cultivation than auy other
Kent county farm. In politics he was
staunch Republican. He was one Of the
three candidates on the party's Presiden-
tial Electoral ticket i'll 1892 and had beeu
a delegate. to Presidential conventions.
He was offered the Republican nomiua-
ton for Governor III the last State cam
paign. Governor Marvel, who was elected,
to withdraw if Mr.. Whitaker
would take the nomination, and urging
him to do so. He declined to accept
His charities were numerous. Mr.. WHIT
aker never married
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

The bargains in Clothing for men and
boys are wonderful and are going fast As
the time is short till moving takes place.
mems pants so cents, and suits only So co.
Boys overcoats so cents aud UP Knee
pants suits so cents. All heavy winter goods
half price. All must be sold within a few
weeks at S ARNOLD's.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

When most needed it is not unusual
for your family physician to be away
from home. Such was the experience OF
Mr.. Y. Schenck, elitor Of the Gaddo,
Ind Ter Banner, when his little girl,
two years of age. was threatened with a
severe attack of Group. He says; My
wife insisted that go for the doctor, but
as our family physician was out Of town
I purchased a bottle Of Chamherlain's
Cough Remedy, which relieved her imme-
diately I will not be without it in the
future" rs and so cent bottles for sale
by G. w Marshall druggist, Milford, and
J. W. Starkey, Milton, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

A few figures on Coats aud Capes at J.
w. Truths. Coat that was $3.50, now
$3.50, Coat that was $500, now 1878.
Coat that was $3.50, Cow S2.75. never
carry over any Coat or Cape. If you
want bargains, come and get them al
7. w. TRUlTr's-
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

The marriage of Joseph J Handy-a
merchant of Milford-to Miss Marian
Black, of New York City, took place on
November 10th, and the happy pair
came to Milford on Friday. November
29th, aud occupied their home on North
Second street. The boys gave them an
old time calathunipiau that evening aud
were pleasantly received. The marriage
took place at the residence Of the brides
mother, by Rev ] Ackworth. The bride
was a widow aud her maiden name was
Macdonald.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THE man or hoy OF men or boys who
tempered with the lock on the mail tox
ut Front and Walnut streets. South on
Sun lay night last, if discovered, will be
severely punished. Il is a serious thing
indeed, to tamper with the government
mails and term in prison will surely be
the fate Of anyone discovered doing such
a thing. Pure cussedness describes the
thing in this case, when the lock was
forced iull of sticks 81 that a full half
b lur was required to clean il out before
the key could be inserted sufficiently far
to unlock it. If such thing is again
done the postofice officials will send
detective here and the guilty one or ones
will more than likely be discovered and
punished. word to the wise ought to
be sufficient to stop such cusseduess.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
For sale

Three Cottages of Joseph A. Hudscn
situated on Washington rect. South OF
Front Also house aud lot on N. Z. cor
ner Of Front and Washington streets
Apply TO Mrs. s +. Hudson.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
WORTH KNOWING.
Wanted.

Dressed Poultry, Eggs and Furs of all
kinds. The highest cash price will be paid
for any of the above goods delivered at Ellen
dale, Del J. A. ELLEGOOD.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

Bear in mind that c. NJ Tatmau is offer
ing big inducements in the womens shoe
trade to make it equal to his mems, boys
and children's shoe trade.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THE office Of Fish Commissioner of
Delaware is sought for by several but Mil
ford aspirants appear to have the call so
far. J. Stanley Short, John o. Truitt,
Edward Reynolds. John R Cahall, and
probably a dozen more, feel equal to hold
ing the Office down for a term.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

Again am ready aud prepared to do the
best work Of any man in Milford. The same
old butcher but still lower rates; viz 20
cents per hundred.
II-224t. B. FRANK WILEY.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

BUSINESS practice from The start is the
splendid new departure at Goldey VIII
miugton dell Commercial and Short
hand College II looking for a good
place 10 attend school send for its maeui-
fcenk catalogue.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
Great Bargains in Jewelry
LGE- ICE-

Made from pure spring water, at Haven
Lake Ice Plant, and delivered TO customers
daily, and At the stores of. Handy. q. ].
Laws and B. 4. ellis. Csc. S. GRERR.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
PUBLIC SALE!

The undersigned will sell at public sale
at his residence
MILE SOUTH OF FREDERICK,
commencing at 10 O'Clock, sharp, on
THURSDAY DEC. II, 1895,
the following personal property
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THE Presbyterian Sabbath School is
preparing an entertainment for Christmas
evening, which it is expected will greatly
interest young and old
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

LONG black stocking for children, all
siz=s, heavy for wi-iar, S ceuts a pair
Trilby Corsets rs cents, Dr.. Warmers
fle3ith Corsets 81 90 full line OF
Ladies underwear Just received. The
Attest at all times in Millinery. Mrs,
Williamson, in APPEL Block.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
Arrival of MANS.

GOING NoRTa- 7a5 AN, 40 p NJ.
GOING SOUTH 1855 AM. 6:4I P. n.
Mail leaves the Post office twenty minutes
before each train.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

It's rare chance you have to get fine
overcoat, fine suit and fine pair of pants,
just the Goods of the day, out of c. NJ. Tat
mans lucky purchase.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

WOOD FOR sALR-Wood can be had
on short notice. ready 30 put in stove, by
leaving order with David I.ank or at the
Express Office. II IS It.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THERE is an opening in Milford for
mechanics in several OF the trades.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

REV. JOHN D. KINzER, D. D.. Pres
ident of the Maryland Animal Confer
ence OF the NJ. P. Church, will preach at
Central M. P. Church near Milford on
the Greenwood road on next Sunday,
December 8th, at ? 80 p. IN.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

MONEY sold at the Building Loan last
Tuesday evening at premiums ranging
from 1885 to az per cent The thirteenth
series will probably mature with the Jan
uary payment.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

MORE building permits have been
issued by Town Council IN the last eight
mouths, than we're issued in the last three
years previous This indicates that the
fruit crop of 1895 has done somebody lots
of good
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

QUAIL are very scarce. Where dozen
eoveys we're found last year, mol a single
bird exists this season.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

flock of about seveuty-hve braut were
seen on Thursday last on Slaughter Neck
marsh. Guuners failed to get a shot at
them.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THE festival held in the APPEL building
for the purpose Of raising money to pay
for new heaters for the parsonage, was a
SUCCESSES the net proceeds were about
600.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THE following letters remain in the
Milford postcflice uncalled for; Mr.. Geo.
England, Mr.. II. Frank, Mrs. Minnie
Stills, Herman Snyder
VIM. REYNOLDS, P, M.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

REV. H L. BUNsrKiN will preach Sun
day morning. Subject: Gods Univer-
| Goodness.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
Hog Butcherlng.

For Porch and Bracket work and Corner
Beads, see A. W. Powell.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

EpwoRrH LEAGUE services Sunday
evening next in the auditorium of the
Avenue NJ. E Church at 7 o'clock
Topic The Second Missionary Jour
new" Leader, Miss Chance. The League
service will be followed by a short SER
mon by DIR. Martindsle. All are cordi-
ally invited to attend.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

OUR Milford boys could not play foot
ball even little bit with the Dover boys
on Thanksgiving Day. The score was
% to o.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

GEO. B. HYNsoN's lecture in the
Chapel on Thanksgiving evening has
been highly spoken of by all who at
tended.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

A SNOW storm visited Sussex county
last Wednesday night AT Laurel the
snow covered the ground about one inch
deep.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

RABBITS were never so numerous as
they are this season.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

DIR. MART1NDALE will preach at the
Avenue NJ. Z. Church on Sunday morn
ing as usual, and close the League Ser
vice at night with an address.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

QUAIL are very scarce but rabbits are
plentiful, The open season began on
Monday and guuners are to be seen
everywhere bagging game. We have not
heard of any big hunts yet, however a
partv Of four killed twenty-one ra5bils IN
a single day and this is probably the
greatest days hunt yet recorded IN TINS
vicinity
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THE finest smoke anywhere to be
found is Tie two for five cent cigar, Del
aware Star" at Wroten's. Try them.
They are the equal OF most five cent
cigars.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THREE mails north each day from Mil
ford is a convenience to merchants.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

Try can of Hopkins Steamed Homiuy
Hulled Carn.l It is delicious Full at. Ioe
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

THERE IS one more fireplace heater
left at the NJ. E. Parsonage for sale cheap
all in good condition.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

SHKRIFF TRUxToN sold the Edwin
Ward land in front Of the Windsor House
last Saturday afternoon. upon a claim held
bv Eliza Ward for $4,000. The tract
comprises 200 acres OF upland, 100 acres
OF marsh and a small house in South
Milford. All was sold subject to mort
gage or 5000 wiih two years interest due
aud three years taxes amounting 10 S37,
"a; also the widows dover in the whole
estate The first tract 200 acres with
dwelling, etc.-was bid off at SIoo by
Mrs. Ward; The second went To the same
for $40, and the little house in town went
TO her Tor $50 90 The farm is located in
Slaughter Neck near the Brick Granary
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

PROBABLY the largest crowd of people
ever assembled in Windsor Hall was that
of Yesterday afternoon when every foot
of space was occupied Fully two hun
dred people were standing against the
walls aud probably nine hundred people
were in the hall. If Windsor Hall is not
safe. why did it not fall yesterday?
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

NEXT spring every man who enjoys
hunting should join and purchase at least
one thousand quail and turn them out
for breeders. This will insure plenty of
quail next fall, and i'll the meantime what
few there are here now. should be let
alone. If this is not done quail shooting
IN Delaware is thing of the past.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

A most interesting meeting Of the Y
p. S. c. +. was held in the Presbyterian
Church on Sunday night, led by Mr.
Evans. Mr. Lawrence Mallory OF Wash
iugton, made some impressive remarks.
The attendance WAS exceptionally large
and the prayer and song service solemn
The leader exhorted those who we're not
already christians 10 become so at once
in well. chosen ana earnest words An
other meeting of great interest may be ex-
pected on Sunday night Miss Emma
( Hallett. leader. Subject "Tuumphs
in the Mission Field"
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

IN looking over some old papers of
the late Jabez Shockley,a piece Of muslin
bandage two inches wide and eleven
inches long with the U. S. medical stamp
on one end was found. Written in lead
pencil was the following message in the
hand writing of a well known citizen:
FkEDERIcKsBURG, VA May A, "a
DEAR SHoCKLEY II have no paper
and am compelled to use this bandage I
have not forgotten your request; if you
wish to come down to the front to help
us with the wounded hurry on to Wash
ington, see Smithers and get a recommen-
dation to the Surgeon General, then come
on. am now in the midst of full five
acres of wounded The fight has been
awful-the cannouading like the artillery
of heaven
l am we'll, but desperately tired, having
since Monday dressed two hundred and
ten wounded Yours truly,
J. H BELL.
Nearly thirty-two years have passed
since it was written, and at sight of this
old relic Mr.. Bell instantly recalled the
bloody scene in which it was peunel, /
which was at Belle PLANES and just after
the bloody battles before Fredericksburg, |
Va
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

NOTICE is hereby given TO all persons
having claims against the town OF sili
ford to present them at the aeNt niee.lng
of Town Council next Thursday evening
All taxes are now due, as the collector
must make settlement with Council on
December goth in accordance with The
law passed at the last legislative session
at Dover. ~ o ~
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

For a first class shave, hair cut or sham
poo, go to Kern's.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

FoREIGN and domestic fruits at whole
sale at Wroten's.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
For Rent.

Co to A. w Powell, for the celebrated
Texas Alum Lime.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
The
Rural
New
Yorker

~ ~ y ~ W.
Is aiming to be a real help to
1 subscribers ; to assist them to
lift the mortgage and to in
!, crease the bank account. til
doesn't come with gi1ded pre-
miums. You pay for it in adj
vance and it stops when the
time expires. Send 81 now and
get it every week until Jan. I, {
1897, and if you think by new
years that it is not worth the {
money to you, the full dol {
lar will be returned. Sample {
free Good money for agents.
TIE RURAL NEW-YORKER, NEW YORK. {
oas9GS2G sSseaeSe0SsaeaeS
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
MILFORD MENTIONS.

PENSIONS for this district will be drawn
this month
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
House For Rent.

The house at 5. w corner Of Front
and Washington streets, known as the
Hudson property. Apply 10
MRS S L HUDSON
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

WANTED. About fifty acre farm with
buildings, Address full particulars and low
est price, ]. B, VAssEUR
Amityville, Long Island, N. Y.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
Or. L. M. CAHALL,

OFFICE HouRsi oFF'eE. Con. WALNUT SIC. ST
90 m. to >. pm Res. OF late Mrs. NJ. E. Torber
pm TO pm MILO Rp. De
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

PUBLIC SALEs.-Phinip ]. Satterteld
will sell personal property at his home al
Houston on Dec. 18th, 1895 See posters
r. II. Stevenson will sell persona
property at his residence one mile south
Of Frederick on Thursday, Dec. I21h 1895
See posters and adver IN this paper
Mrs. Sarah J. Warren will sell the per
sonal OF ]. II. Warren, deceased. at her
home near Jeiferson's X-Roads on Thurs
pay, Dec. II. See posters.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

For ChrisImas aud The h9liday trade
r. II Laws g Co, have a variety Of fanc,
things IL glass and qneeuware It is not
possible TO tell here OF all they have 10
his line that is artistic and useful at Que
AID the same time To properly appre-
ciate these pretty things a visit is neces
sarv TO their second floor Now is the
time 10 visit them aud select your hoh
dav presents. Do this now before Tie
rush comes In groceries this firm carries
everything. The finest shelf goods to be
found are at this place of business.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

PERSONALS - Lawrence Mallory, Of
Washington, d. c visited friends IN
Milford Thanksgiving Day.
Hall Anderson. Lou Pratt and Harry
Draper, all of Milford were home from
school for Thanksgiving
William Richards, of Washington, D.
c, spent a few DAYS with his parents
here at Thanksgiving.
Harry Humes, Edward Lank and Homer
T. Belts, killed one wild goose and twelve
ducks on Thanksgiving Day
VIM B, Pratt spent few days with his
parents last week.
Miss Lydia Watson, of Philadelphia, is
visiting her parents at ThompsOnville.
DR.. G W. Pleasanton has moved his
Office and residence to the late residence
Of A B. Cooper, on Walnut street, north,
opposite First National Bank - @ 81
Mrs. D Tomliuson, Of Philadelphia,
spent a few days in Milford this week.
Mr.. aud Mrs. Charles E. Trice, aud
Mss Mabel Trice, of Wilmington, visited
friends in Milford Saturday last and re.
turned home on Saturday accompanied
by Miss Bertha Jones
Miss Name Smith returned nome on
after a six week S visit to Phila
delphia.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Richards and son
Porter, of West Orange n J have been
spending a week with Mr. and Mrs. IS
Z Prcttyman They returned home on
Wednesday
Charles Sackett and Son are at At
lanta, Ga.
J. W. Adkins was in Philadelphia this
week buying holiday groceries.
DR.. James Stanton, OF Camden. N J.,
was in Milford this week He is negou
ating for another farm IN Kent county.
Harvey and Sadie Thompson OF Thomr-
souville, are a. hone for short vacation,
alter having take three months COURSE
at the Goldey Wilmington Commercial
College
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

Two six room houses, upper end of Front
street, North. Rent SIS. Apply to
70 6, If GEO. S. GRIER.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
HOUsEHOLn GOOns

2 Feather Beds, Bedsteads, Bed quilts.
Counterpanes, Blankets, Sheets. Table
Linen, Sofa, Rocker aud six Chairs, a
Msrble-top Stand, Wash Stands, Bowls and
Pitchers, ? Bureaus / Extension and other
Tables, Cane Seat Chairs. 3 Rockers, 6
Stools, Chairs, Settee, Sewing Machine a
Mirrors, ? Coal Stoves, Cook Stoves, 100
Yards Of Carpet from parlor to kitchen, /
Clock, l. Secretary, ? Lounges, ard many
other articles
TERMS: All sums Of $40 and under,
cash, over that amount a credit Of 70 months
By purchaser giving note with approved en-.
dorsement r H. STEVENSON.
R J Meredith, Auct
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
FOR SALE.

E1 HEA1 Of the finest porkers in the State.
w ukhu weighing from $50 to 900 rous d. War
ranted TO be strictly healthy.
IN HEN OF Poland China Pigs,suitable forstoek
W ukhDhOgs.
Is TONS Of Excellent Timothy Hay
80 TONS Of CLOVER Hay
4 DbTgE Of fine Young Mules, some years old
MUG uext spring. Horses and Brood Mares
} Fresh cows
Terms easy and prices to suit the times.
IL 6. 1t. w. |. Simpson.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06

MARRIED. Miss Pauline w Daniels,
daughter of James A. DANES, OF Milford.
was married in Philadelphia on Nov 20,
to Harry w Euders The wedding TOOK
place at their new home No SIS North
9th street, Philadelphia The bride was
attired IN a lemon colored silk trimmedin
white swansdown and carried pink chry-
santhemums The bridesmaid was Miss
Juliet lockwood and tie grooni's best
man was Jewel Wrunge The bridal
party held a reception after the ceremony
aud received many handsome presents,
Although our offer for Il Cabinets and
large Crayon framed for S. 90, will be
open until January ISL we prefer should
YOU desire Pictures for Christmas pres
ents that you order by December l4th
aud give us time to complete work.
GORDON & DAuGHEkTx.
Milford chronicle., 1895-12-06
HORSES AND CATTLE

Bay Horse. IA years old I SorreI Horse
years old Sorrel Colt, months old I
Mich Cows, coming fresh IN Spring Bull,
fat Hogs butchered for the day Of sale.
FARM IMPLEMENTS.
York Carrisge in good order Hack. /
Dog Cart, OK Cart, sets Carriage Harness.
Pillow and Wagon Harness, etc. I Wood
Self-biuder, Wood Mower, in good coudi-
Bickford Hoffman Grain Drill, Fan, /
Corn Shelter, ! Gale Plow No. 20, / Oliver
"a" Plow, Fluke Harrow, Half bushel.
Baskets, Shovels Hoes, Forks, etc. Grind
stone, Axe, Meat Cask and Barrels and
other articles too tedious to mention.
Birmingham state herald., 1895-11-15
SUPREME COURT DECISIONS.
A New Colony to Be Established in Alabama The Annual Flower Show-Per-
 sonaI Mention.

Montgomery. Nov 14-(Special.)-Gov ernor oates tonight granted a requisi- tion for the removal from this state to Philadelphia, Pa, of William Shier, who was arrested last Saturday in Birming ham. Shier is charged with having sto- len $550 from the safe of the Booth Bay hotel, Vine street, Philadelphia, last week. He came direct to Birmingham, where he was to have married an excel lent young woman on the morning on winch he was arrested. An officer will leave with him for Philadelphia tomor- row. He had $500 on his person when ar rested.
 The state capitol will soon be heated from cellar to garret by steam. The con- tract for the equpping work was let to- day to Foby & Co. of Evansville, Ind. The cost will be $3500. By economical methods Secretary Walden has saved this amount out of the appropriation for keep ing the capitol. and after few weeks the big old halls and rooms will be more com fortably heated
Birmingham state herald., 1895-11-15
Personal.

MT. Theodore Hamilton, who is the leading support in the Stuart Robson company, is a former Montgomerian having resided in the city during the war. He is a Confederate veteran and has many friends here who will give him a hearty welcome.
 MT. W. A. Graves is on a visit to Bir- mingham.
 Mrs. Dr. B. F. Ivey, accompanied by her daughters, Mrs. J. W. Green and Miss Carrie Ivey, is visiting her father, Rev. PM. Galloway, who is quite i'll.
 MT. Thomas K. Scott, general manager of the Georgia Railroad company. is in the city. MT. Scott has many friends in Montgomery, who rejoice in his promo ton in railroad circles and his success in managing the splendid property under his control.
 Mrs. R. J. Garrett of Georgiana is on a visit to Der daughter, Mrs. J. F. Taylor, 315 Goode street.
 Mrs. E. A. Vinson of Georgiana is vis- iting friends and relatives in the city
 Mrs Hattie Vinson of Georgiana passed through the city en route to Selma on an extended visit to friends and relatives.