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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
HUMAN NATURE.

1t is related of Thomas A. Edison,
1.-THE electrical wizard" that when,
after years of toll and struggle with
poverty, he found himself in possess
ion of a large sum of money $40, ooo)
he was so dazed that he imagined he
had been swindled, and after his check
had been refused by the cashier of a
bank, because he lacked indentifica-
ton, his fears were confirmed. So it
is the world over. When Dame For
tune knocks at our door we often hest
tate to adult her Having been accus-
toned to hard knocks most men be-
come so Injured to toll that they lose
confidence in their ability to secure a
competence. Others have their ups
and downs-plenty today and plenty
tomorrow-and finally become reck-
less. They adjust themselves to the
groove and run along, happy and con-
tented
The truly pitable object is the par
ty who, reared in affluence, is thrown
upon the cold, cold world without
that training which is absolutely es-
sential to success. Occasionally he
succeeds but more frequently fails.
He becomes a misanthrope, loses all
interest in the struggle for existence,
and is about as useful and ornamen-
tai as blot on an otherwise clean
sheet of paper.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
MR.. JOHN D. SUTTON
Dedicates Some Lines to Capt. w.
Newt. Inch.

FLATwooDs, w. Va, Jan. 81, 1896.
BRO. SMITH: Find inclosed check for
ST. so on subscription. The Herald
is great favorite and comes every
Saturday evening like a ray of sun
light and is eagerly read by the family.
When in the revenue service, Newt.
Linch and myself were stationed to-
gether and soon formed an attachment
for each other that | hope the coming
years may not diminish, and l took
the liberty of writing and dedicating
to him the verses that send you.
They were inspired by watching Newt
strike SO wickedly at the flies on hot
days, especially when he couldn't get
his monthly accounts to balance. If it
is desired / may send you some more.
l think of you every Sabbath in con-
nection with the M. E. Sunday school
and church. With the hope that |
may soon see my Martinsburg friends
and for the success of our cause, am,
Very truly yours, J. d. SUTTON.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
Greensburg Gossip.

Mrs. Linnie Lenen spent couple
of days last week with her father al
Falling Waters.
Chas. Ditto was visiting the writer
Sunday week.
Miss Abbie Mcdonald, of this place,
is making an extended visit with hef
aunt in Washington.
A considerable quantity of hay is
being baled and hauled to market
from this vincinity. Mr. Morehead
Miller disposed of lot last week.
The Sunday school at this place has
been closed through the winter season.
Preaching tomorrow Sunday morn
ing.
Miss Maize Turner has been indis-
posed for several days. DR.. E. Strobe,
of Swan Pond, is the attending physi-
clan.
Mr.. w II. Mcdonald is busy get
ting out cross-ties and hauling them
to market.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08


Backward, turn backward, o, time,
in thy fight, feed me on Cruel again
just for tonight am SO weary of
sole leather steak, petri6ed doughnuts
and vulcanized cake oysters that
slept in water bath, butter as strong
as Goliah of Gath I; weary of paying
for what | can't eat, chewing up rub
Der and calling it meat. Backward,
turn backward, for weary l am, give
me a whack at graudmother's jam
let me drink milk that has never been
skinned. let me eat butter whose hair
has been trimmed F.; let me once more
have an old fashioned pie, and then
I'll be ready to curl up and die. -
Author Unknown.--Ex
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
GEN. HARRISON SAYS eNo."
His Name Not to be Presented to the
st. Louis Convention.

INDIANAPOLIS, IND, Feb. Capt
John K. Gowdy, chairman of the Re-
publican State central committee, call
ed on General Harrison this evening
by invitation, and the ex-President
handed him the following self-explan-
atory letter:
Hon. John K Gowdy, Indianapolis,
Ind: In view of the resolutions passed
by the State central committee at its
recent meeting, and of the fact that
the delegates to the National Republi-
can convention are soon to be chosen
in this State, / have concluded that
some statement from me as to my
wishes and purposes should now be
made to my Indiana friends. Hitherto
l have decided to speak to the public
upon this matter, but scores of friends
with whom | have talked, and many
scores more to whom | have written
will recognize in this expression the
substance of what have said to them.
To every one who has proposed to pro-
mote my nomination Ihave said mo.
There never has been an hour since l
left the White House that l have felt
a wish to return to it.
My Indiana friends have been most
devoted and faithful, and l am their
grateful debtor The Republican party
has twice in national convention given
meits Endorsement, and that is enough.
/ think the voters of our party are
now entitled to have a new name.
For the sentiment, great or small, that
has been manifested fol my nomina-
ton, l am grateful, and of that wide
respect and Understanding party
lines-which have been shown me in
so many ways am profoundly appre-
ciative.
l cannot consent that my name be
presented to or be used in the ST. Louis
convention, and must kindly ask my
friends to accept this as sincere and
final expression upon the subject
BENJAMIN HARRISON.
Indianapolis, Ind, Feb. 8, 90.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

II does seem strange that political
charlatans should always make an eff.
fort to propagate their theories among
farmers, yet, when we consider their
success it is not so strange after all.
The rag baby fat fasco, the Populist
craze, and now the free coinage folly,
all have found adherents among farm
ers. While farmers are as a class,
strictly honest, and especially inter
ested in honest money, too many Of
them listen to the plausible sophis-
tries of demagogues who know moth
ing of the financial needs of the peo-
pie. No other class is so injuriously
affected by business depression as
they. Everything they produce is de.
preciated in value while rents and
taxes remain the same. They listened
to demagogues and voted for free
trade, reducing the price of wheat,
corn, and wool so per cent Some
have come to their senses, but others
will repeat the dose.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
A MAGNIFICENT SUCCESS.

Seldom does It fall to the lot Of man
to achieve in so brief space of time
the success which has attended Sena-
tor Elkins in the performance OF his
Senatorial duties. 1t was brave
deed to antagonize not only the adj
ministration but the financial acumeu
of the great bankers of the world.
That he possesses bushes tact of the
very highest order; that he has full
knowledge OF the great and abiding
confidence of the people III the stabili-
ty of the government; that he has
confidence in and is willing to trust
the people, is now clearly manifest.
Had the bond sale been failure, had
the people refused to bid, or had the
price offered for the bonds been any
where near the rate at which the last
issue was disposed of, then the carp
ing critics who were inclined to in
dulge in ridicule, would have been
filled with ghoulish glee; but when
the subscriptions amount to the vast
sum of S5sS, 269,S5o, at prices ranging
from no. 6S77 to $50, and when before
the close of the day upon which the
bids were opened, the bonds were
quoted on the New York Stock Ex-
change at II6, proving beyond eavil
the success of the popular loan, the
far-seeing craftsmanship of Senator
Elkins cannot be called in question.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

In the death of Col. w. P. ,Thomp-
son, which occurred at his home in
New York on Monday morning, this
State lost one of her brightest sons.
Deceased was son OF Judge G. w.
Thompson, of Wheeling, and broth
er of Hon. G. w. Thompson, deceased
just one year ago. Col. Thompson
was a Standard Oil magnate, presi-
dent of the Lead Trust, and of the
Ohio River Railroad. A man of the
highest character, West Virginia was
proud Of him and now mourns his
death.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
In the Midst of a Conflict.

A fly lit on the warriors head,
That was bald and smooth and bare;
For the troubles of life, the ups and
downs,
Had removed the last lock of his hair
What a lovely place." quoth the fly in
dismay,
As the soldier gave him whack;
But the fly returned with efforts renewed
And began to make an attack.
Ten thousand battles here we have
fought.
With victory and renown;
They were not alone for gain or spoil,
But simply for the crown.
Beneath that surface, so smooth and bare
The seat of reason lies;
But the greatest question considered
there,
Is how to get rid of flies.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Senator-elect Money, of Mississippi,
is silver monometallist and says "a
gold platform or gold standard can
didate for President would wreck the
Democratic party" which has set
theorists to calculating how a stranded
hulk can be wrecked. When corpse
needs killing or the arctic regions
lack ice, when the Wilson bill sup
plies needed revenue or silverites
cease talking, then will be the time to
suggest a method of wrecking the
wreck of the age.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

The delegates selected to represent
this State in the National Convention
must be the brainy men of the party
men who have the discernment to
grasp every situation which presents
itself. West Virginia Republicans
have too much at stake to select any
one as a delegate simply because he is
a good fellow"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

The fallacy of fat money is clearly
exemplifed by the anomalous position
in which we now find the greenbacks.
They were all right as long as the
Government had sufficient revenue.
Now that the revenues are insufficient
they have become a most serious men.
ace to the treasury. Like the credit
of an individual, it is all right as
long as he is known to be solvent.
but when doubts ariseall look upon
him with distrust and beg to be
excused when he asks for ac.
commodation.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

General Harrison has settled all
speculation as to his position by a
manly letter in which he forbids the
use of his name at the St. Louis con-
vention. Strange as it may seem all
of the avowed candidates feel that the
action of the ex-President strength
ems them.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Every Republican Senator, save and
except Cameron, ofPennsylvania, vo-
ted on the silver bill in accordance
with the wishes of their constituents.
Can as much be said of the Democrat
ic Senators? If so, somebody will
have lonesome time nominating a
goldbug candidate at Chicago.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

GWhile some OF our free silver friends
are bewailing the "cruise of 70,
would it not be well for them to re-
member that they (many of theRf,a at
least are responsible for the "blunder
of f-o2, " which was and is ten thou
sand times worse?
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Bishop John P Newman, of the
Methodist Episcopal Church, has re-
turned from an extended trip to South
America. On his way home hestopped
two days in Havana and reports the
conditions of affairs in that city as
most deplorable. The business of the
city has ceased to exist and nearly ali
ofthe inhabitants are sympathizers of
the insurgents.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
A VISIT TO HEDGEsvILLE
And Interesting Meeting Under Ad-
verse Circumstances.


Wednesday evening was not one of
the most suspicious for a drive of
seven or eight miles, but nothing
daunted, Mr.. Waitman Barbe, Prof.
A. B. Carman, Geo. w. Johnson, Esq,
and the editor of the Herald, started
about O'Clock for Hedgesville, where
Mr.. Barbe was billed for an education
al address.
The trip out was pleasant in the
main, the only accident being the
breaking of glass in neof the doors
of thecab. Arrived at the "city on the
hill, rain was pouring down, but mine
host Hull, of the Summit House,
made all comfortable and supplied
supper to which ample justice was
done.
Owing to the inclemency of the
weather, it was thought best to hold
the meeting IN the M. E. church,
South, which was kindly rendered.
In the mean time, County Superin-
tendent Snyder, Prof Edgar Bowers,
principal of the graded school, Mr.. 1.
w. Wood, president of the Board of
Education, and Mayor E. c. Hen
shaw caused the evening to pass at a
rapid rate. There was fair audience
present very good considering the
weather. when Mr.. Bowers introduc-
ed the earnest and energetic represen-
tative of the State University. With
out attempting to outline his address,
we can say of truth that it was a
rare treat. Replete with fine thoughts,
enlivened with appropriate anecdotes,
and embellished with poetical gems,
the cause advocated did not suffer.
Prof Carman came next and
gave one of his plain, practical talks
which could not help but impress up
on all present the Importance of edu-
cation. The editorial feature was fol-
lowed by Mr.. Johnson. His address
was the peaches and cream of the &C.
casion. All present, especially the
ladies, were captivated, and we are
sure the enchantment is sufficient to
cause alonging, lingering wish to again
face that audience.
And then the homecoming Was
it dark? 1t was; and
A soft gray mist
Wrapped hill, valley, grove and town,
shutting out every ray of light; but
the trip was safely made and only
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
BOCCS { BUHL,
ALLEGHENY, PA.
SALE!|
OF VALUABLE
Personal Property

The undersigned having purchased a
farm in Frederick County, Va, and in
tending to remove to the same, will sell
at his residence two miles west of Mar
tinsburg, on the farm of Geo. NJ Bowers,
on the Arden road, on
TUESDAY, FEB. Is, 1896.
Commencing at 10 o'clock a. M, sharp,
the following valuable personal property,
to-wit:
HORSES.
Ten head of horses and colts One
fine bay Stallion. thoroughly broken to
work Several of his get will be shown
that day which will recommend them
selves weighs 1900 pounds. Three are
A No / barshare. leaders, also single
leaders, two year old colts, broken TO
work and drive, one 2 year old, year
ling. All the above horses have perfect
eyes, good hoofs, are round and sound
and true pullers.
20HEAD OF CATTLE.
Twenty head of cattle, six of which
are mich cows. Four win be fresh by
day of sale. A fine Holstein bull, 2
years old, remainder thrifty young cat
tie, of which are steers.
IL HEAD OF HOGS.
Eighteen head of hogs, of which are
brood sows. One fine Poland China
boar, remainder good young shoats.
FARMING UTENSILS.
Two 4-horse wagons, / 4inch tread
Studebaker and bed, narrow tread, low
wheels, in excellent condition; sets hay
shelves, dog cart, a 2-horse sleigh, farm
cart, barshare plows, 2 divers, 3 sin
gle and double shovel plows. harrows,
spring tooth, / 4-square, and 2 corn;
double hole corn shelter, Evans corn
planter complete, cutting box, grain
drill, hay fork, rope and pulley, sets
breechbands, 2 sets front gears, sets
pillow gears, wagon saddle, 4-horse line,
s collars, 6 brides, lot of halters, set of
spreaders, single, double and treble trees,
forks. rakes, hoes, shoyels, axes, mat
tocks, grindstone, lot of old iron, lot of
empty barrels, one barrel of vinegar, lot
Of fodder, II bushels of seed corn, 50
bushels Of clean oats, 90 tons A No 4
hay, 100 bushels of corn.
TERMS: A credit of 9 months will be
given on all sums of so and upwards,
purchaser to give note with approved Sc
curity, negotiable and payable at the
Citizens National Bank, of Martinsburg,
with interest from date. If paid at ma
turity, interest RENTED. Under SO.
cash. No properly TO be removed until
term. are complied with.
Cumberland Valley trains viii stop at
the Arden Road crossing for the accom-
mediation Of persons wishing 20 attend
/ this sale.
Mr. p1pr.r
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Two young fools out in Indiana re-
Gently committed suicide because the
girls parents would not allow them to
marry. They were reared in the State
of Indiana, worked themselves into a
state of misery and are probably now
in state of torment.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

The 'cruise of 49, and the "frod of
TO- pale into insignifcance in COM
parison with the ''blunder of '92. I"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Grover Cleveland's second term
bred a most disastrous panic, there
fore if is not surprising that he is the
only man who wants him to get third
term.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
SILKS

Choice handsome ones, that can't be
told about in limited space, have ar
rived from abroad Silks that have style
and beauty heretofore nnapproached,
and if you are interested in rich Silks
we'll be glad to send you samples a
general line or for special purpose, as
your needs may require, and they'll be
such as to style, quality and price as will
assure this store making the sale-new
Silks, SOC. to So.
Still some lots of good goods to be dis
posed of before we're satisfied with this
store clearing, of which the following is
specimen
All wool navy blue. medium and wide
vale Diagonal Cheyiotts soft finish
so inches wide, 35c. or 3 yards for dol
lar, and whoever gets or sees any of this
will understand that what remains to be
done here will be done thoroughly as to
price, and those who come or send will
get the benefit in dollars saved.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

There are two pleasant features con-
nected with the Tillman episode. He
is a Democrat and South Carolinan.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

The Daily Telegram, of Charleston
is the latest addition TO West Viz
ginia journalism. The Telegram is a
bright and newsy paper, well edited
and printed, and its Republicanism is
refreshing. There is a question in
our mind, though, and that is wheth-
er it is filling a vacuum. 1t has
seemed as if the Capital city was fair
ly well supplied and as it costs mon
ey to run daily we have some doubts
of the propriety of the venture.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

There can be no question of the fact
that advocates of free coinage are
very free with the use of words.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

That resolution introduced by Sena-
tor Elkins saved the people at least
s., 900, 900.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Tillman is Democrat. Those four
words need no explanation.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
RepubIican State Committee.

The West Virginia Republican State
Committee viii meet at Parkersburg,
February "A, at Z o'clock p. m, to fix a
time and place of holding the State con
vention to elect delegates and alternates
to the National nominating convention
at St. Louis.
VIM. NJ. 0. DAWSON,
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

The stranded steamer St. Paul,
has been floated and should hereafter
be more careful.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

And Senator Eikins was born in
Ohio. too. Those Ohio people have
wondrous winning ways.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

West Virginia is justly proud of her
Junior Senator.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08
LOCAL CORRESPONDENCE
Consisting of Newsy Notes From
Every Quarter.
Hed1esviIla HannauinCs

htuScSsHie happenings
Mr.. Chas. Grabill moved into his
new home today.
Miss Maud Gordon and Miss Nc
Kown, Of Gerardstown, were the
guests of Mrs. Bowers.
Mrs. Jno. Harrison is visiting her
sister, Mrs. Chambers, of your city.
Miss Lou Borarn, of Arden. is visit
ing her sister, Mrs. Nm Wood.
Mr.. Gid Miller, from Arden, was
in our village this week.
The sick of our village Mr.. Hen
shaw, and Mrs. Beall. we are sorry to
say, are still quite ILL.,
The protracted meeting at the NJ.
E. Church, South, closed on Monday
night. 1t was conducted by Rev. Coe,
who preached some able sermons to
large and attentive congregations.
The Masonic fraternity of this place
will hold their annual banquet on the
2Ist of this month.
Prof Barton will lecture in the pub
lie school building tomorrow night
(the 6th) on Education.
Mr.. Jno. T. Nadenbousch and son,
of your city, spent Sunday with his
parents at this place. JIM !
AS we have had gentle reminder
of our negligence within the past few
weeks from North Mountain cor
respondent and K. A. N, we thought
best to send in a few items. and will
try and be more punctual in the fu-
ture.
Mrs. Clarence Mason, of Tablers
Station, is spending few days with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. B. F. Geyer.
Mrs. Lee Siler and sisterinlaw Miss
Ella Siler, of your city, were guests
of the Misses Quinn last Sunday.
Miss BERTHE Smaltz is spending a
few days with relatives in your city
Mr.. f. P. Miller. travelling sales
man for Homer Bros, after being abb
sent from home for some time spent
Sunday with his family.
Mr.. and Mrs. Eeyburn arrived here
today and will make this their future
home with their son, Rev. E. R. Ley
burn, pastor of the Presbyterian
church.
County Superintendent Snyderspent
a couple of days in our village this
week visiting the schools.
Prof Gold Miller, of Gerardstown,
expects to organize singing school
here at an early date. He expected
to be here Monday night for that pur-
pose, but owing to the inclement
weather, did notput in his appearance.
Miss Lottie Anderson, who has been
quite poorly for some time, is some
thing better at this writing.
The fourth quarterly conference of
the First NJ. f. Church in this place
will be held Saturday and Sunday,
Feb. s and 9. Preaching Saturday
night at 1880, by the presiding FL
der, Rev. j. R. Wheeler. The sacra-
ment of the Lords supper will be adj
ministered Sunday morning.
OLIVE.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

The silver Senators should not build
their Spanish castles too high. There
IS reason in all things. 1t is always
the last straw which breaks thecameps
back.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

The tariff bill has been reported
back as free coinage measure. The
silver monometallists profess great
love for farmers, but appear to be de-
termined there shall be no more 2s
cent wool. They should beware lest
they encroach on Growers preserves.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Steve Elkins is the newest presi-
dental candidate. He is a great big
brainy man who has made his way in
the world against all varieties of hard
times and misfortunes, but as he has
twenty millions stored away he will
hardly suffer by the defeat of his am
bition to bepresident.-Olathe (Kans. }
Mirror.
Pray, brother, how could he be de-
feated for that which he has not
sought
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1896-02-08

Senator Morrill,. of Vermont, very
clearly stated the Republican idea of
bimetallism when he closed the debate
on the so-called silver bill last Satur-
day. He said: 1.-The Republican par
ty will at its earliest opportunity seek
the cooperation of leading nations in
the coinage of silver, and will, in the
meantime, aim to maintain the integ-
rity of business affairs and the honor
of the country by the maintenance Of
every dollar of money in the hands of
the people, without depreciation, at
its full face value"