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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
THE BERLIN FIRE.

THE MESSENGERS is very
sorry to chronicle the destruc-
ton of Berlin by fire. 1t is a
sad experience and one which
our own town has passed
through recently. We were
even more fortunate than our
sister town; not that we did
not have as much property
destroyed, but because we did
have some insurance. while
Berlin people had scarcely
none. The loss will almost
paralyze trade for awhile but
the present indications are that
the town will rise from its ash
es more substantial and ener-
getic than ever before. Her
merchants are industrious and
honest, and although some
have lost everything. and near
ly all of them are badly Grip
pied, yet we believe with a
little effort they can resume
business. Their credit is good
and the reason for their pres
ent condition is well under
stood by the city merchants
who have so long enjoyed
their patronage. 1t is no use
to stand idly gazing at the
ashes of past hopes and pleas
ures, because it is a condition
which confronts you. Try to
40 and you will again succeed
When Berlin is rebuilt of ma
terial not so inhammablc as the
old Berlin. you will have a
feeling of security worth more
than the difference in the cost
between a frame and a brick
house.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
Notice to Creditors.

Notice is hereby given, that the
subscriber, has obtained from the Or
phans' Court of Worcester County,
Maryland, letters OF administration on
the personal estate of
GEORGE ii. TRADER,
late of Worcester County, deceased.
All persons having claims against the
deceased, are hereby warned to exhi-
bit the same with the vouchers there
of, to the subscriber, on or before the
9th day of January 1896. They may
otherwise, by law, be excluded from
all benefits OF the said estate. All per-
sons indebted to the said estate are re-
quested TO make immediate payment.
Given under my hand this 23d day of
July 1895.
ROBERT A. KEAS.
Administrator.
Test: THOS. ID. PURNELL,
july 27.3t Register Of Wills.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
How %1a ARE EYES F.?

If they are causing you any dis
comfort or if you are sufferer from
constant headgche we shall be pleas
ed to thoroughly examine your eyes
free of cost, and cordially inform you
if glasses will benefit you are not
Glasses furnished at lowest Philadel-
phia prices CONSTANT with first class
work. ii. Il. SAUNDERS,
1873 South 18th, Street,
Philadelphia.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
Private Sale
OF \
SEASIDE FARM

\ small, but very valuable farm
situated one mile from the head OF
Box Iron creek contains % acres of
land Of which Is are in cultivation.
$ in meadow and the rest in timbered
land 1t has comfortable dwelling
of four rooms and all necessary out
buildings. Convenient TO church and
school and only five minutes walk from
Box Iron p. o. Young apple and
peach orchard Of choice varieties.
Water Mill attached. For terms
apply to,
JAMES T.. HANCOCK,
july 20-6m. Box Iron, Md.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
Notice.

To all ,chom il may concern: We the
undersigned intend TO petition the
Honorable Commissioners Of Worcester
County for a county road, beginning
ut Hutts gate, and running through the
lands of Isaac n. Hearn, John w.
Smith, John G. Ellis, Alexander L..
Clarke and Edwin A. Mariner. Said
road to run Norlhernly to intersect the
road leading from the old Nassawango
Bridge TO Snow Hill.
THos. HEARN,
JOHN w. SMITH,
ALEXANDER l.. CLARK,
and others.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

The Maltby House, Baltimore, is
now under new management. I'm
provements are being made TO add to
the comfort Of IFS patrons and every
effort will be made TO increase the rep
utation of this old and well known
house. The same clerical force will
still be found in the office. o. A..
Fowler Manager.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
GEORGE W PURNELL. Attorney Law.
Great Sale of Lots
OCEAN CITY, Nd,
BY
TRUSTEES f!

By VIRTUE of decree of the
Circuit Court for Worcester county. in
the State OF Maryland Sitting in
Equity, passed in the case of William
T. Taber and Sarah Kenton Taber,
his wife, and Emile Tabervs. Thomas
/. Taber and Kate Taber. his wife, ct
al which is No. 1899 on the Chancery
Docket of said Court, we. the under
signed Trustees will sell at Public
sale nj the Atlantic Hotel at Ocean
City in said Worcester County, on
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

The majority of the candi-
dates on our ticket are out
spoken friends OF President
Cleveland (both on the Coun-
ty and State Ticket. In Wor-
cester County the men who
ask for your SURFACES are not
new converts but have declar-
ed themselves all the time as
friends and followers of Mr..
Cleveland, and no issue Of
antagonism against him can
be raised by party wreckers.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
For Sale.

Stock Of goods OF country store
doing good business. A fine chance
for live energetic man. For partic-
ulars address "Merchant.' care of the
MESSENGER.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

202, 203, 204 and 205.
A plat showing these lots can be seen
at the Law Office of George w. Pur-
nell in Snow Hill, Maryland, and a
plat showing the same may be seen on
the bulletin board at the said Atlantic
Hotel. These lots will be sold sep
aratelv.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

THIS cry of "Gormans
man. would have been ap-
piled to any man nominated
by the Convention. for it
would have required the same
influence TO secure the nomi-
nation of Judge Fisher or any
other man. Mr.. Hurst is not
ed for being a firm man and
the Baltimore SIM dare not
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
PARLOR SUITS

Six Hundred Suits in every
popular sort of wood and ele-
giant style of form, finish and
covering. SI2.5o to $500.
CHINA CLOSETS
Seventy patterns in Antique
Oak, $40 to $500; twenty pat
terms in Mahogany. $50 to
SOS.
EXTENSION DINING TABLES
The prices are from $ to
SIPS, and the stock of sixteen
hundred affords selection
that will meet every demand
of use or fancy.
BOOK CASES
10 patterns in Antique Oak. 81 to 300.
5'patterns in Mahogany. $Ij TO $40
81 patterns in Birch, SO to So.
Library Tables, Desks ana
Chairs TO match many of these
Book Cases TO make com
plete Library Suits.
CHIFFONIERS
A great assortment, that
will afford a match to almost
every style of Bed Room Suit.
10 patterns in Antique Oak. - to s9a
s. patterns in Mahogany sl9 to 500
5Opatterns in Birch, 81 to $40
WARDROBES
The variety affords match
to nearly every style of Bed
Room Suit.
20 patterns in Antique Oak, 50 to So
IL patterns in Mahogana $40 to 500.
1spattcrns in Birch, sl5 to SIS.
NOT a CATALOGUE
This enumeration touches
the leading lines of Furniture
only, and is merely intended
to call attention to the great
occasion. A deliberate and
thoughtful examination of the
goods is needed to give a cor
rect idea of their beauty, va
riety and chcapncss.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
TERMS OF SALE.

Twenty per cent, of the purchase
money in cash on the day of sale, and
the balance to be secured by the bond
or bonds of the purchaser or purchas-
ers, with sureties to be approved
by the said trustees, and payable in
two equal installments of one and two
years, and bearing interest from the
day of sale, or the whole of said pur-
chase money may be paid in cash on
the day OF sale, at the option of the
purchaser.
GEO. w. PURNELL,
GEO. NJ. UPSHUR,
Trustees.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
BASIS OF PRICES

Labor, Lumber and Hard
ware for trimmings are all adj
vancing in price. Furniture is
higher now and we expect will
be still higher. Our plans
were matured SO early and ex-
ecuted SO vigorously that we
own this stock at extremely
low costs. Therefore the prices
named to-day would average
Efty fer cent higher if made
upon the basis of present
values. This fact alone should
command the entire retail
trade in good Furniture of the
city and vicinage.
Prices are guaranteed for
the month Of August. after
which indications point to CON
ci1ara hla aINyonCa
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
GEOkGE " PUKNEI.L, Attorney vat Law
Trustees Sale
OF VALUABLE
REAL ESTATE!

By VIRTUE OF decree passed in
the Circuit Court for Worcester Coun-
ty, in the State of Maryland. Sitting
in Equity, in the case OF James H..
Shockley vs.. Dewitt G. Fooks and
Mary \. Fooks, his wife, ct al. which
is No. 1913 on the Chancery Docket
of said Court, the undersigned as
trustee will sell at public sale at the
Court House door in the town of Snow
Hill in said Worcester County on
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
SIDEBOARDS

Nearly the entire stock ac-
cords with the universal de-
mand for Oak, of which we
have one hundred and four
styles at $40 to S225, an az.
gregate stock of about 1900
pieces.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
siderable advance.
FANCY FURNITURE

y FtIN~F 0NINI NFNE@
The collection of Furniture
includes Cabinets for curios,
music or bric-a-brac: Desks for
Bedroom or Boudoir; Pcdes-
tails for vases or figures; Fancy
Chairs, ornamental and useful.
BED ROOM SUITS
We now hold in our own
warehouses, subject to prompt
delivery to purchasers, $500
Bed Room Suits. Among
them are:
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

81 patterns in Antique Oak. $40 To si35
s. patterns in Mahogany, 81 TO 500.
81 patterns in Birch. 80 TO 500.
II patterns in Maple. Si3 10 $l25
9patterns in Walnut. so to Sg5.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

GEORGEw W. pURNELI., Attorney-at-Ln
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

Six Hundred Suits in every
popular sort of wood and ele-
giant style of form, finish and
covering. SI2.5o to $500.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
WARDROBES

The variety affords match
to nearly every style of Bed
Room Suit.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
EXTENSION DINING TABLES
BOOK CASES
CHlFEONIERS

a great assortment. that
will afford a match to almost
every style of Bed Room Suit.
4opa,terns in Antique Oak. - to s9a.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
For Clerk Of the Court,
FRANCIS HENRY PURNELL.

For County Commissioners,
WILLIAM w. BRITTINGHAM,
w. ELTON BOSTON,
THOMAS HOLLOWAY.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10
CHINA CLOSETS

Seventy patterns in Antiqt
Oak, $40 to $500; twenty pa
terms in Mahogany. $50
sos.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-08-10

JOIN WANAMAKER.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1895-07-25
WATER CONTAINED IN STEAM.

Hothod by Which It Can no AsOoR-
tanned. - a.
A method of testing the amount of
moisture in steam has been discussed
by the institution of engineers and
shipbuilders, Scotland. The principle
in this case, more particularly appli-
cable to marine engines, consists in
comparing the saltness of the steam
with that of the water in the boiler.
!. The test as explained is carried out by
means of nitrate of silver, and the reac-
tion is so delicate that with only one
per cent. of water in the boiler one per
cent. of priming water can be accu-
rate1y determined to the second; deci-
NAL. To one part of salt boiler water
there is added one part of pure con-
densed water, and into this is poured q
small quantity Of concentrated 'Isolu-
ton of yellow cbromate of potash; then
Q nitrate of silver solution containing
about 1.1o per Cent, Of this salt is
slowly added. With each drop the salt
water turns locally orange red, but
this color disappears at first; later on,
when III the salt has been acted on.
the whole fluid changes color from pale
yellow to orange. The quantity Of nj
trate solution is noted, and then the
experiment is repeated on the con-
densed steam from the engine undi-
1uted with distilled water. The ratio
of the quantities of nitrate of silver so
luton used in the two tests expresses
!. the amount of printing in per cent
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1895-07-25
He Got the Piaoo.

i, People are not always sure of their
own needs; and the boy in this story,
given by the Northern Budget, doubt
less acted upon his knowledge Of that
fact.
"Do you want a boy2'' he asked Of
the magnate Of the Office, standing be-
fore him cap in hand. I'LL.
Nobody wants . boy" replied the
magnate.
"Do You need boy2" asked the ap-
plicant, nowise abashed.
Nobody needs boy"
The boy would not give up.
"Well, say, mister" he inquired, "do
you have ohave q boy7"
The magnate collapsed.
"I'm sorry to soy we do," no said
"snd I guess. you're about what we
want"
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1895-07-25

THE Paris-Lyons-Me Mediterranean Rail-
road company has recently put clocks
on the outside of its locomotives on the
side toward the station platforms in
order that passengers can observe the
time and that the station agents can
more conveniently. note the instant OF
arrival and departure.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1895-07-25
WEEKLY INDEPENDENT.

Published every Sunday and sent 10 any ;id-
dress, (postsge pGid), at the following rates,
payable in advance.
On ear. .'.-........-... ...-.-...$a W
Six months. 81
For any period under six months, hfty cents
per month.
Entered ut the Elko, Nevada, Postofnce for
tran .aission thfouGh the rnAils a. second
clsss inall matter.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1895-07-25
SUBSCRIPTION RATES.
ADVERTISING RATES.

Will be made as low ss is consistent with
sound business principles. Apply al the nf-
nee for terms.
The Prince George's enquirer and southern Maryland advertiser. (Upper Marlborough, Md.) 1882-1925, 1895-05-10
Hoods Cures
Get HOODS

should seek the man, and not the man the
nomination."
Secretary Gresham is not sick enough
to Justify the sensational reports sent out
from Washin gton, although he is confined
to his room and is likely to be for four or
five DAYS more 1t is the same old trouble
stomach and liver-that laid him up Il
few weeks ago, and the cause is also the
same overwork and failure to take prop
er care of himself He is in no danger
and only requires re t to bring him around
again.
Attorney General Olney has decided that
the construction put upon the law govern
ING the purchase of seeds by the \ rricul-
ture department by Secretary Morton was
correct: conseq lently, instead of spending
the $l0D,0oo appropriated, Secretary Nor
ton will only buy such seeds are rare and
uncommon" unless Congress makes 4 new
law compelling the expenditure of all the
money.
Ex-senator Blair, of New Hampshire,
evidently isn't ii Reed man He says:
New England is apparently for Reed but
the feeling isn't of the kind that would
make men die in the last ditch fighting for
Reed Some of his brethren may be for
him. thinking that New England man,
not Reed, however, mi ght get second place
on the ticket. And vet it might happen
that Reed himself would finally be salts
fled with second honors Then it must be
remembered that in his own State Hale
and Frye and the other oldtime Blaine
men are not brimming over with JOY at
Tom Reeds present political prominence.
They are for him, but largely because they
have to he, and the draught is just about a
pleasant as a dose of medicine is to a small
bow.
The arguments before the Supreme
Court for IA rehearing i'll the income tax
cases We're opened to-day.
The Prince George's enquirer and southern Maryland advertiser. (Upper Marlborough, Md.) 1882-1925, 1895-05-10
SPAIN OFFERS An APOLOGY.

The Spanish government has made the
fullest and most ample apology to the
United States demand outlined in the
vigorous and patriotic message sent by
Secretary Gresham regarding the Alliance
affair, Spain. however requests of this
government an explanation of its conduct
in permitting assistance to have been eX-
tended to the insurgents by agents in the
United States, who have openly shipped
arms and munitions Of war with but little
hindrance on the part of the authorities
In the communication to the State De-
partment the Spanish foreign office eX-
presses great regaet over the unfortunate
blunder of one of its naval officers, and
assures this government that it was all the
more to be condemned after the warning
given captains of its warships to exercise
great care in its treatment of any Ameri-
can merchants vessel which NAV have
been suspected of having contraband goods
on board. This government is futher in
formed that the commander of the vessel
firing on the Alliance has been repriman-
ded and additional instructions have been
sent to the Cuban fleet to guide its course
with United States ships on the high seas.
The request for an explanation growing
out of the shipment of arms to Cuba will
be referred to the Secretary of State as
soon as he RECEIVERS and is able to resume
his duties at the State Department.
The Prince George's enquirer and southern Maryland advertiser. (Upper Marlborough, Md.) 1882-1925, 1895-05-10
WEDNESDAY. MAY 18th. IN9J.
T THE HOUR OF 1 o'CLoCK p. NJ

NJ THE not Ii tF / % CLOG Ia l.. NJ
the property mentioned and described in
said mortgage.
SAID property being LOTS numbered l.,
, and 3 in Block numbered ~. LOTS
numbered s, -. II, Il, n, p, 26, -, 2S %
and 80 in Block numbered So; and LOTS
numbered 6 and in Block numbered 3G
in Takom;. Park acco, ding To the Plat of
said Takoma Park as dul y recorded among
the Land Records of said Prince Georges
County.
These LOTS will he offered separately
if 50 desired by any intending purchaser
They are located in the most charming
residence portion of Takoma Park, and
are ail in Prince Georges County.
Tai,ona offers unusual inducements for
homes, being within a few minutes ride of
" a':lngton, and being connected there
with 10y both steam and electric railroads.
These LOTS present opportunities for
the acquisition of beautiful and conve-
nicntly located building sites.
TERMS OF SALE-Cash on the day
of sale
CunyeyanCin" at the cost of purchaser.
BRAINARD IL. WARNER.
Assignee.
TNEoTT 4 pHETTyMAN, Attorneys.
The Prince George's enquirer and southern Maryland advertiser. (Upper Marlborough, Md.) 1882-1925, 1895-05-10
TREAsrnEn,s NorrcE
TAX Z AYERS

r EI'NDERS Ii NED, Treasurer. Will attend III
the several Election District, Of Prince George ;
County. Maryland, at the following named p.are'
ON the f,llowing named days i'll the m1ntl OF June
1885. betw the hours of . a. III. and J =. m :.
either in person or by deputy. for the l"rp2e oi
collecting State and { unity Taxes iev!ei by Tie
County Commissioners of nj County fDr the cur
rent year OF 1873.
In Laurel District, Monday, June ,. at
Misteads Hotel.
In Evansville District. Tuesday, June 4, at
Bealrs Store.
In Bladcnsburg District. Wednesday, June
), at Coldenstroth's Hotel.
In Brandywine District, on TAurSlty,
June Il, at Brandywine Station.
In Aquasco, District, Friday, June !, N
Woodvillc.
In PiScataway District, Monday, June 10,
at Boswell'S.
In Nottingham District, Tuesday, Jane IT,,
at Mckec's Store.
In Bowie District, Wednesday, June
r.
In Oxon Hill District, Thursday, June Il,
at Grimes Store.
In Queen Anne District, Friday, June II,
at Mullikin Store.
In SpaldingS District, Monday, June II, Al
Mrs. Nve's Store.
In Surratts District, Tuesday. June Is, AT
Thomas Store
In Kent District, on "Wednesday, June 10,
at BrightSeat.
In Nottingham District, Thursday, June
20. ut Baden's Store.
In Washington, Monday. Tuesday, " ed
nesday and Thursday, June Il, -, %
and ., ut the Store of Clarke X Co.,
successors to John A. Baker on Luuisi-
ana Avenue.
To all persons who pay their County TiNc-, levied
5 aforesaid to me or TO any per>ou authorized by
to receive the same. or before the It dav of
July, 1875 interest will he charged after VIII cn
date interest will he charged AT the rate of d per
cent. per :nnum till November l~t. 1885. Afirr
November l>t 1879 additional interest of per
cent. per month VIII lie charged till said County
Taxes paid. Those who pay their State Taxes.
levied af Tesad. before the Isl day of Sep
TENDER -, will be entitled to deduction of per
cent. Those who pay their State taxes LEVIED aS
aforesaid, after the 1T dtv of September, an on
Def the 1t day OF October. lS5 will lie entitled
10 a deduction OF per cent. and those who pay
their state Taxes, levied athre>aid after the LIST
day OF October, 1885. and before the 1t day of No
vember Is - viii be entitled deduction OF p
cent. As the aforesaid referred IL Taxes respective
lv bee line due and i'll arrears, the Treasurer Will
proceed TO enforce the pawn OF SANE as directed
by NV.
s G. TOWNSIEND.
Treasurer and Collector of State
and County Taxes for +. &. Co, Nd.
The Prince George's enquirer and southern Maryland advertiser. (Upper Marlborough, Md.) 1882-1925, 1895-05-10
MR., HAYES on REASSESSMENT.

In a speech at Prince Frederick on
Wednesday Mr. Thomas G. Hayes explain
ed his position to large gathering of
democrats. In discussing the necessity for
the listing feature, he said: personal
property can never be kept in the taxable
basis without the listing feature. This is
simply requiring the owners annually to
write out list of all the personal prop
erty they own, swear to it, and deliver it
to the proper tax official. The advantage
of this system is that the ownership of
personal property is constantly shifting.
The man who owns it to- day MAY to-mor-
row pass it by sale or some other dispo
sition to another, so that in order to catch
this transfer of ownership, as well as the
new acquisitions of personal property, it
is absolutely necessary to require an an
nual return or lists, as provided by this
method
''The listing system is in successful OPP
Grafton in about two-thirds of the States,
and whenever it has been used personally
has increased the basis from ) to so per
cent
Senator Hayes, in discussing the effect
of high taxes on lands among the other
ellis in ,ident to those heavy burdens
said:
There is nothing you farmers require
more than immigration. Bring into your
midst a thrifty population to take and cul
tivate your lands, and then there would
be fresh impetus to agriculture as well
as an increased demand for your land.
This will never happen until you lessen
which now escapes to bear its share of
these burdens. | have sometimes felt that
the farmers life was the most free and the
best in this life His opportunity is the
best to commune with nature.
THE healty outdoor life was once the
things seem now to have changed The
farmer is the bearer of the burdens of the
rest of mankind. He is the servant of all
and labors for others to enjoy.
Let your first step toward disenthrall-
ment be in forcing every man to pay his
own taxes. Compel your government to
give equality in taxes, listen to the cry of
the masses for protection against the ia
vored classes, and brighter day will
daMn"