Pike County press. (Milford, Pa.) 1895-1925, 1896-09-25

it in his pocket. To be charitable perhaps
1t was only absent mindedness, but rath-
er think he appreciated it so much that he
could not resist the impulse to take it
home to his family and give them treat
too. 1t is in great demand here though,
and every copy comes nearer wearing out,
than 1t does to rusting out. 1t gets better
with each issue. Let every one subscribe.
The wedding of VIM. Dusenberry of
Dingman's Ferry, and Miss Estella Be
vans of Layton, will be an event of the past
when this comes to the eye of the reader,
and will be notable one in social circles
The preparations are elaborate, the circula-
tion of invitations extensive, and the we'd
ding presents will, as usual ON such oc-
casions, be very beautiful and very costly.
This important event to the contracting
parties, occurring under such auspicious
circumstances augers well for their future;
TO the happy bride and groom we extend
congratulations, and hearty good wishes
for future happiness, and success.
Wash Lantz is making thorough can
vass of the County for Sheriff. This is dis
tinctly Democratic County especially on
Presidential years. If it is true that Con-
gresham Pitney's election in this district
Is to be made sure at any COST then Wash
does not go on an uncertainty, and will
probably be the next Sheriff.
The Church festival for the benefit of the
Rev. Van Claim, held last Thursday even
ing at Layton, was financial success, net
ting that gentleman fully 5000, or double
the amount usually received on similar oc-
casions at this place. A little competition
in social matters, or a little rivalry In
social life, is, as the Reverend gentleman
previously remarked, sometimes beneficial
His observation proved to be sagacious
forecast of coming events in this case.
Many thanks are extended to the generous
people of Hainesville who contributed so
liberaly to the success of the occasion,
financially. Come and see us often.
Judge Everitt sort of went off at half
cock in his candidacy for Sheriff Judge"
made strong showing on his start into
canvass, but persuasion took him out of a
promising race. The investment will pro
badly bear interest until the next time.
A personal invitation was given your
correspondent last Friday to come into the
extensive shops of our village blacksmith.
OF course we felt highly honored by the
compliment, but the company not suiting
our taste, we respectfully declined.
Whether a free puff was desired, or only a
discussion on current events, did not
learn. Part Of the subject matter of the
Invitation being, that certain parties could
get their hair combed, take 1t that
Mickey and the manager of the merry
go-round are about to add barber shop
to their bottling and blacksmithing bust
ness. Success to you gentlemen. Keep
your sign out.
Benjamin D. Hursh captured a snapper
in his fathers Carp pond last Saturday
that weighed 1sK pounds, and was in fine
condition. The turtle was properly dressed
so that the family may have square meal
of meat, and tomorrow we will kill apig,
a fat pig This information is rendered
with pleasure, SO that our butchers anxiety
as to the danger of our family starving
for want of meat, will be relieved.
Sandyston has up some excellent candi-
N--NSo Ac- CS1htJ OhAOCo tAil5 Attils 1uGY
are business men, with executive ability.
Men who will not disgrace their oonsti-
tuents by being found in drunken rows,
nor in dallianoe with any other immora-
lity. This Is the kind of men to tie &c, and
elect. Continue the good work.
The Vaughn Gold cure near Deckertown
is apparently doing a great business. Its
solicitor, Mr.. Sanford e. Ryman, popular
iy known as ''Dick" eloquently describes
his own experience, and the great benefits
60 be derived from visit to, and treat
ment in that institution. Dicks" persua-
siye influence, and evident desire to assist
in starting the subject of the liquor habit
on the upward grade, has induced several
parties In this vicinity to take the cure. If
what is claimed for the system be true. It
is to be deyoutly hoped that ''Diok" will
continue his efforts until more Of our most
conspicuous, and regular consumers of the
ardent are run in and emancipated from
the thrall Of this ruinous and degrading
habit
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