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Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
ENGLISH CREEK.

Mr. John Upgard was home one night
last night.
An old peoples service was held in
Asbury Church last Sunday morning.
Autumn services will be held in
the Palestine Church next Sunday even
ing.
Quite u large congregation greeted the
new preacher at Palestine M. p. Church
Sunday afternoon.
Our teachers will attend the Teachers
Institute which convenes at Atlantic
City, to-day, "wednesday.
Michael Wolbert has party of deer
hunters from Atlantic City enjoying the
sport of hunting the deer.
Mrs. Sarah English and Miss Nora
English have been out on pleasure trip
with Mrs. Epglish's husband on the At
lantic Ocean recently.
Autumn services were held in Asbury
Church on last Sunday evening. Quite a
large audience listened to the vocal
music and recitations which were very
interesting.
Mr.. E S.sIngersoll, Mrs. N. Wickward,
Mrs. Caddie Smith and Mrs. Elnora
English attended the Sunday School
Convention at Mays Landing last Fri
day.
Among the successful deer gunners in
this vicinity are Mr.. Somers Euglish, who
shot buck which would weigh about
145 lbs and one of the party stayingsat
Mich@l Wolberts shot small one.
The Rev. i. H. Tushingham formerly
ofCramner's Hill, an able minister; was
appointed. to this charge by. the last
annual conference which was held, at
Glassboro recently. He selected his text
from Mark 14th chapter, Sth verse:
''Sh4 Hath Done What She Could" from
which he preached very interesting ser
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
ANOTHER "GRADUATE."

He writes of our School System.
Editor of the PRESS =
1t is evident that your correspondent,
"A Graduate is SO blinded by personal
prejudice that he fails to see the true
condition of our public school system.
All in authority, and many not in
authority, are well aware that "Hen-
farmers" charges are strictly true.
He who reads understandingly can see
that "Henfarmer" does not say that all
graduations are fraudulent. He ssys
that many graduate who are absolutely
unfit to do SO, and that only the "phen-
omenally bright pupils are able to pur-
sue the course as laid out. |, as grad
uate, can testify to the truth of these
assertions. Many cases have come under
my notice of thegraduation of those who
were notorionsly ignorant, and | will
say right here that the brightest of us
have found our time absolutely occupied
in following the prescribed course, and
even then there was deplorable lack OF
thoroughness in our work.
1t is high time to effect reformation.
The majority of teachers, pupils and
parents are glad to see the matter stir
ed up. We who graduated fairly and
with high honors are tired of having
ignoramuses ranked as our equals
educationally. Graduation has become
such by-word and reproach that we
find it to our best interest to conceal
the fact that we hold diplomas. And
every reader of the PRESS has living
interest in seeing that our school work
is SO arranged that nothingis attempted
that cannot be well done. An ungraded
school cannot possible carry out such
a course of study as can be successfully
pursued in the schools of Atlantic City.
"Henfarmer" is right in asserting that
the teachers individuality has little
chance for exercise and that no effective
primary work can be done.
''Why is our 'reformer' in a hen
roost' % His neighhors are well aware
that, had not his health failed, he would
by this time have reached position in
which his ''erudition' would be apre-
ciated. And permit me to remark that
many of our graduates, especially the
graduates of "a teacher, who pins his
faith to Hart's Rhetoric, might consider
themselves fortunate if they could come
under the influence of that same ''erudi-
tom. And when "Henfarmer's'
enemies are compelled to admit that his
work was as effective as has ever been
done in the school in question, despite
the fact that the scholar" who held the
prize medal for truancy in two other
schools (and two of our best schools at
that) "was constant source OF trouble
from the opening to the closing of the
school,"
Reformation is needed, and the sugges-
ton comes from one who has fully
demonstrated his compentency. And
when "a Graduate has attained equal
success with "Henfarmer," he may con
slider himself competent to oriticise.
ANOTHER GRADUATE.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
rhe armenian N1assacres.

I Rev. Samuel MeIkonyan, native Ar
menian. and graduate Of Princeton
Theological Seminary, delivered very
entertaining and instructive lecture, at
tha Presby yterian Church, Sunday even
ing, upon the Armenian massacres and
the people, customs, and geography of
his country. By the aid of, ,the.steriopti-
con many beautiful pictures were ex-
hibited, and the audience were also made
to realize, as never before, the full extent
of the Turkish atrocities.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
Our Next Postmaster.
By X. Y. z.
With apologies to the "Star-Gazette.'

Who is to be our next Postmaster
Is the talk of the town to-day.
Will he be a "slipper" laster
Or man of means and say a.?
DR.. North, the old war horse,
Tries to be the lucky man;
While Press Adams will, of course,
Land the Postmastership if he can.
There are still Others in the field
Laying low for the fatted calf,
But the weaker to the stronger must
yield
So good one we might have.
Many days may yet elapse
Before the time has come
For Brother Charles to pack his traps
And retreat with the taps of the drum.
Until then we'll get our mail
From Democratic Post Office,
But with pleasure we will hail
A sound Republican novice.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
PLEAsANTVILLE, N ], WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER g. 1897.
THANKSGIVING DAY.
President Mckinley Issues an
Appeal for National Recognition
of the Blessings Received Dur
iuD t1A Wear

ITcSNucuU U1CIAtHlCy lSSuCS OIL
Appealfor National Recognition
of the Blessings Received Dur
ing the Year.
Washington, Oct. 29-President Nc
Kinley to-day issued his first Thanks
giving Day proclamation as follows
In remembrance OF Gods goodness to
us during the past year, which has been
SO abundant, let US offer unto Him ouI
thanksgiving and pay our vows unto the
Most High
Under His watchful providence indus
try has prospered, the conditions OF
labor have been improved, the rewards
OF the husbandman have been increased
and the comforts of our homes multi
piled. His mighty hand has preserved
peace and protected the nation.
Respect for law and order has been
strengthened, love of free institutions
cherished and all sections of our beloved
country brought into closer bonds OF
fraternal regard and generous cooper
alton.
"For these great benefits it is our duty
to praise the Lord in spirit of humility
and gratitude and to offer up to Him
our most earnest supplicatiODs. That
we may acknowledge our obligation as
a people to Him. who has SO graciously
granted us the blessings of free govern
ment and material prosperity, William
Mckinley, President of the United
States, do hereby designate and set
apart Thursday, the 25th day of Novem-
ber, for national thanksgiving and
prayer, " which all of the people are
invited to observe with appropriate
religious services in their respective
places of worship.
"On this day of rejoicing and domestic
reunion let our prayers ascend to the
Giver of every good and perfect gift for
the continuance of His love and favor to
US, that our hearts may be filled with
charity and good will, and that we may
be eyer worthy of His benefcent con-
Germ.
Gin witness whereof l have
unto set my hand and caused the
seal of the United States to be
affixed.
Done at the City of Washing
(sEAL) ton, this 29th day of October, in
the year of our Lord, one thou
sand eight hundred and ninety
seven, and of the independence of
the Uoited States, the one hum
dred and twenty-second.
civilian MCKINLEY"
By the President:
"JOHN SHERMAN,
Secretary of State"
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
raxCoIIectOrs.

A correspondent in Brooklyn, N. 7.
writes to the PRESS requesting that we
print the names of the Collectors OF
Pleasantville, Mckee City, and adjoining
townships, and also when taxes are
due and payable, for the benefit of nom
resident landowners. The collector OF
Pleasantville is Japhet Price, whose ?.
o. address is "Pleasantville N. J.'
Mckee City is part of Egg Harbor
Township and the Collector is Constant
Smith, whose P. O. addressis 'Scullville,
N. j." A. HI. Higbee is collector of
Galloway Township, and his T, Q
address is, Leeds Point, N. j" Taxes
are due now and payable before Dec. 10,
1897. After that date costs and interets
will be added.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
business PERSONALS.

pr. Samuel johnson, dentist, Absecon.
Examination free. Prices reasonable,
1857 tt
DR.. M. P. Shoemaker, dentist. Office
1414 Atlantic avenue, Atlantic City,
over post Office. If
Miss Emma C. Collins, Mrs. Anna C.
Fleming, fashionable dress makers.
Absecon, satisfaction guaranteed.
10-6-97 3m.
Observation-Disclosures clothing a
speciality. Miss M. Collins, East side
Shore road, second door below p. & R.
r. r. 1O-27-97 3t.
A. L. Hammell, graduate Optician.
Office at the residence of Geo. Frambes.
Consultation and examination free.
ALI glasses guaranteed satisfactory.
0-1-07.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
Rubbing Noses.

DR.. Nansen, the famous Arcticexplorer,
who lectured in Philadelphia last Friday
evening, says the Esquimaux do not
know anything about kissing. When
they fall in love with each other they
cit and rub their noses together. We do
not think it would be an improvement
upon kissing, but it would do no harm
to try the experiment. Come on girls,
let's rub our noses
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
teachers Institute.

A Teachers Institute for Atlantic and
Gloucester Counties will be held in At
lantic City Wednesday, Thursday and
Friday OF the present week.. During it's
order to give our teachers an oppor-
tunity to attend. 1t is an opportunity
they should not neglect, for much prac-
tical and useful knowlenge of great value
in the schoolroom, can be gained at these
educational meetings.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03

A good many fences were blown down.
The Turnpike road will need some re-
pairs.
A great many baymen found their
boats considerably damaged
The Railroad Companies should see the
necessity for higher roadbeds.
There was a loud can from Atlantic
City for milk and fresh vegetables during
the embargo. ..-. -
The trains are running, but oh, such
running. The. .roadbeds are in very bad
condition, and it will be many days yet
before the heavy express trains will con-
|;sider it safe to run ION time"
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
TowuTOpics


Mr.. and Mrs. Yorke entertained friends
at dinner on Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. |. Newell entertained
friends at dinner Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Martin A. Hilton enter
tanned Mr. and Mrs. William Roser at
dinner on Sunday.
The "Y" of the W. C. T. u gave sue
cessful Phantom party on Saturday
night at their assembly rooms.
Mrs. Belle Horton was given asurprise
mas squerade party by q large circle of
friends on Saturday night last.
Mr.. and Mrs. Isaac Collins entertained
Mr.. and Mrs. Richard Garwood and Mr..
and Mrs. Robert Race at dinner on Sun
day.
The Authors Club met at the home of
Mrs. Hugh Collins on Monday. 1t was a
"Longfellow' afternoon. Next Monday
Mrs. John Ryon will entertain the Club.
Dickens Christmas stories will furnish
the reading.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
Real Estate Transfers.
ELWOOD.


Edward Easterbrook ct ais to Elias Wright,
$500.
John Longham to Elias Wright, $4,000.
HAMMONToN.
Franklin C. Hartshorn ct to Salvatore
Logiovine, $4,000.
Elizabeth A. Klnck ct al to Salvatore Logic
vine, S560.00.
Ellen NJ Rogers to Hammonton L. & u. Asso.,
100000.
PLEASANTVILLE.
Samuel Ireland ct ux to Elwood Adams,
$4,000.
MAYS LANDING.
Samuel Kirby Sheriff to Henry S. Shaeffer.
$9I5.00.
ESTELLE, WEYMOUTH TWP.
Daniel L. Risley ct ux to Joseph L. NageT.
$125.OO.
Daniel L. Risley ct ux to Herbert E. Mann.
S125.00.
yENTNOR,
Oliver W. W.;Payran to Thomas J. Dickerson ct al
irreg e cor Atlantic and Newark avenues,
S13,00O.00.
ATLANTIC CITY.
Annie ]. II. Nuttar ct al to Ella A. Bender
50x15O Sputh Carolina ave. 1927 Pacific
ave, S11 500 90.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
OCEAN HEIGHTS.

Captain George III. Smith is at home
spending a.few days with his. family.
David: Scun has left this place and
gone to SunbuFy, Pa, where he will make
his home..
Mrs. K. Lawrence will soon leave her
home here for her winter residence. in
Philadelphia.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
THE FIRE-FIGHTER DAY.
Flremen's Interstate Carnival
at Trenton, Nov. 10th, 1897.

at Trenton, Nov. 10th, 1897.
On November 10th, 1897 there will be
held at Trenton, New Jerseys Capitol
City, Grand Interstate Volunteer Fire
mems Carnival when it is expected
uniformed companies from Pennsylvania,
New York, Connecticut, Delaware and
New Jersey, accompanied by their
apparatus will appear in the parade
and participate in the contests.
A number of valuable prizes will be
given, amongst them, one each for the
finest equipped company, finest appa-
ratus, and for sprint race with appa-
ratus.
To accommodate those wishing to
participate in, or witness the contests
or parade, the Philadelphia & Reading
Railway will, for this occasion, sell Ex-
cursion Tickets at the low rate of single
fare for the round trip with a minimum
of 25 cents). Tickets good going on
November 9th and 10th, and good to
return until November 11th, inclusive.
For time of trains and rates Of fare
consult Ticket Agents. 11-3-1.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03

DR.. North found his marble carriage
stap in the gutter.
Asa AdafAs', also had some practical
jokes played on him.
John Ryon has gone into new bust
ness by the sign "a beer barrel" the boys
put in front Of his place Saturday night.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
Seventh Year. No. 38.
THE JUBILEE SINGERS.
A Grand Concert Never Before
EquaIled ON This Shore.

=
Those who went to Red Mems Hall,
Wednesday evening, expecting to hear
the singing that is usually rendered by
the strolling companies of colOred vocal
lists, came away delightfully."- surprised
after listening to the finest concert ever
given in town. Surely no such singing
was ever heard here before. 1t was
simply grand-and must be heard to be
fully appreciated. The voices were Of
superb quality, marvellously pure, OF
good compass, great volume, and care
fully trained in all the finer details of
music.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers have no equal
in the world in their Interpretation of
the weird songs of the plantation and
prayer-meeting during the days of
slavery just before our great civil war.
This is their specialty-and in that they
are without rival. They have Travelled
all over the civilized world, and have
sung before presidents, kings, queens,
emperors, and the people of Pleasant
vile.
The original program consisted of
eight numbers-mostly of folk-songs and
religious hymns peculiar to the African
racc-such as "Staal Away to Jesus"
with the Lords Prayer; "Oh, Make Me
Holy" and several Others of similar
character. Nearly every piece was COM
plimented with storms of applause. and
the frequent encores afforded the star
singers an fine opportunity to give
numerous selections of popular songs.
Miss Galloway sang "Comin' ThrO' the
Rye" with bewitching sweetness worthy
of Nilsson. Mr.. C. w. Payne. who has d
remarkably pure tenor voice, responded
twice with "Madalene," and "Bonnie
Sweet Bessie, the Maid of Dundee" The
male quartette sang "Annie Laurie
with exquisite sweetness, and all the
vocal variations imaginable, and again
responded with the "Old Oaken Bucket
Mr.. J. N. Caldwell sang 'Old Black JOe'
and 1.-The Armorer's Song. This gentle
man has basso voice OF phenomenal
volume, power and correctness. Its
equal is rarely heard anywherc-2ven
among the best opera singers OF the
world. The closing selection was Good
Night, Beloved" by the entire company.
The concert was given under the
auspices of the Musical Committee of the
Presbyt terian Church, and the members
are entitled to the thanks of the COM
munity for providing such splendid
entertainment. We hope it is but the
b ginning of series of first-class musical
entertainments to which the people are
entitled. There is nothing more refining
and elevating than good music, and in
these days of modern progress a COM
munity is judged, somewhat, by its
appreciation of one of the nOblest gifts
that God has bestowed upon man.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
SfT1l.LVJl,J.E

The members of Palestine Mp. Church
welcomed their new Minister last Sun
day. .[t is to be hoped that his stay
here will be made pleasant.
Autumn services were held in Asbdry
M. E: Church on Sunday evening last.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
ABSECON.

Sacrament of the Lords Supper i'll the
M. L. Church next Sabbath
The services at M. +. Church on
Sunday were unusually large. The
quarterly collection was taken up.
On Thursday evening, November 4th,
in M. E. Church at 30 O'Clock, a general
rally of class leaders and members from
along the shore will be held. Rev. Chas.
Tushingham, of Cramer's Hill, will con-
duct the meeting.
This evening, Wednesday, short
prayer service will be held, after which
the trustees and stewards will hold their
business meeting. The Third Quarterly
Conference will also be held; a large at
tendance is requested.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
AutuuuaIS Service.

The annual Harvest concert which
was to have taken place on Oct. Oath at
Salem Church was postponed on account
OF the bad weather, was given on Thurs
day evening to large audience. The
church was nicely decorated with
vegetables, fruits, Autumn leaves and
flowers by the ladies in charge. The
opening service was entirely by the
Junior League who did their pastor
Rev. +. L. Jewett and Superintendent
Mrs. Hugh Collins great credit. The
following programme was splendidly
rendered
Singing, Choir; Recitation. Reba Hor-
ton Exercise, Members of the Junior
League Recitation, Myrtle Clarke
Recitation, Carrie Risley Singing, Cora
and Emma Rein aad Grace Risley
Recitation, Florence Risley Singing,
Clinton and Ella Price Singing, Choir
Recitation, Louise Bowen; Singing
Grace Risley and Emma Rein Recita.
ton, Eva Bowen Quartette, Carrie and
Dora Allen, Robert Race; and Robert
Inc Recitation, Abbie Shaw Singing,
Choir Recitation, Dora Allen Address,
Pastor ; Singing, Congregation.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03


The interest in the Union is still un-
abated, the regular meetings being well
attended.
The regular weekly meeting of the
Union was held at the re residence of DR..
Eva Lake. Appropriations were made
for carrying on the work Of the various
departments.
The next meeting will be held to-mor-
row Thursday at O'Clock at the resi-
dence of DR.. Eva Lake, and we would
like to have large crowd out to talk
over the fair.
The Union Ia arranging to have fair
on November II, IL and l 3 in the Social
room at Red MeIfs Hall during the after
noon and evening. Admission will be
free, but many things both useful, orna-
mental and eatable will be offered for
sale.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
Halloween capers.

The usual Halloween pranks were cut
up by the boys around town, such as un-
hanging gates, taking off wheels, mis-
placing signs, etc. Mr.. II. Kirscht found
his premises marked "For Sale" George
W. Leech found the big lamp belonging
in front of the Baptist Church in front of
his house, and various citizens were
informing of many things they did not
know by means of notices." signs and
other devices for disseminating news.
Ghosts stalked about the streets,
evenings, clad in the regulation grave
yard costume, and some OF them wore
breaths that smelled decidedly of earthly
speak-easies. Some of the girls went out
in ghostly robes expecting to be stood
upon their heads, and went home
disappointed because they were not.
Several old maids twirled an apple
pairing over their shoulder and
watched for the letter it would
make when it struck the floor,
while one, more anxious than the rest,
ventured down into the cellar at mid
night clad only in her night sh-gown,
and held a looking-glass in front of her
to see if the long-hoped for man would
show his "phiz." therein. All the little
games for entrapping one of the male
sex were tried, but we cannot tell with
what success until we hear, later on,
from the minister and the county clerk.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
Egg Harbors,s Light TROUBLE.

egg Harbors's Light Trouble.
Egg Harbor's electric light war as
sumes serious shape.
Manager Hood and assistants Green,
John A. Wolfram and Charles j. Lynch,
of the Electric Light Company, were
given hearing Monday morning at II
O'clock and were each bound over to
court under $50 bail, They had several
hours experience of jail life before secnr-
ing bail. Tailor Breeder made the
charge.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
SEAYIEW,

Captain Henry Smith spent Sunday
with his family.
Elvin and VIM. English spent Sunday
here with parents.
Senator Thomas is occupying his resi-
dence here at present.
Mrs. C. R. Robinson has been visiting
relatives in Atlantic City.
Mr.. Lewis s. Smith has returned to his
position as steward on a vessel.
Fred. and Harry Smith, of Atlantic
City, spent Sunday here with their
parents.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
NEWS FROM OUR
CORRESPONDENTS.
Items of Interest from Hd-
joining Touns.
HAPPENINGS AIoAG The SHORE RESIDENTS
WHAT Is GOING ON ALONG THE SHORE.
SPICY NEWS GATHERED HERE AND
THERE BY OUR REGULAR CORREsPON-
DENTS. EvERYBODY's BUSINESS.
BAKERSyILLE.

Mr.. D. T. Steelman is having G his house
painted.
Mr. aud Mrs. d lvid Myers entertained
friends at dinner on Sunday.
Mrs. Edward Ryon and daughter were
Pleasantville visitors on Thursday.
Mrs. William Boice took spin on her
wheel to Pleasantville on Thursday.
Mrs. Elva FIfisld was among those
who were bicycling upshore Thursday.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
OCEANVILLE.

OCEANVlLLE.
Leeds and Blackman have purchased a
new yacht.
George B. Somers now occupies the
house belonging to Watson Conover.
The buildings at Grassy Bay were con-
siderably damaged by the gale last
week.
Mrs. W. H. Eldredge, of Conshohocken,
Pa, is visiting her sister Mrs. Carrie
Smith.
The Brigantine Railroad sustained but
little damage by the recent high tides
and trains are running regular again.
Rev. Theo Darnell has left this charge
for his new field Of labor at Friendship.
A lage number of friends gathered at the
parsonage Friday evening to bid him
farewell and show their appreciation of
of bis work among us. He is succeeded
by Rev. III. Hampton.
LINWOOD.
Miss Carrie Duble is home for few
days.
Miss Mary Ireland is home for the
winter.
Miss Ella Zimmerman was visitor to
Ocean City Sunday.
Miss Ida Sutton entertained party of
friends Saturday evening.
Miss Alice Cramner was an Atlantic
City visitor on Thursday.
Miss Lizzie Hackett gave a teaberry
party Saturday to Fenton Mills.
Mr.. Ira Smiths house caught fire re-
Gently from a gasoline stove exploding.
One room was badly burned.
A number of our young people attend
ed masquerade party at Somers' Point
Saturday evening, and were delightfully."-
entertained.
The Autumn service at Zion's M. E.
church, Bargaintown, was held on Sun
nay evening, under the direction Of Mr..
George Winner. Miss Fannie Robinson
presided at the organ, and an address
was delivered by Elisha Iugersoll.
Pleasantville weekly press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1890-1911, 1897-11-03
After the storm,

Annie J. II. Nuttall ct al to Ella A. Bend
5Ox15O W SOUTH Carolina ave, 1927 S Paci
ave, S11 10000.