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The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
EASTER AND ARBOR DAY.
Special and Pleasing Exercises Observed
at the Jacob Tome Institute.
Special to the WHIG.

Specldl 10 inc NHIG.
PORT DEPOSIT, April Is, 1897.
Wednesday at the Jacob Tome Institute
was day of pleasure, Arbor Day and the
Easter holiday being appropriately observed
with attractive exercises.
The exercises in the morning were by the
primary grades, led by Miss Helen Shaad.
She gave pleasing and instructive talk on
the nativity Of Christ, also explaining why
we celebrate Easter. At the conclusion of
her speech, exercises for Arbor Day were in
order. First on the programme was a story
and song by the kindergarten, "The garden
bed "Wake says the Sunshine;" chorus,
IAN April girl, by pupils from first, second
primary; solo, "The Dandeion." by little
Myrtle Barrett. The grammar school chapel
began its exercises with song by the school,
followed by prayer by Rev. A. NJ. Rich, the
Episcopal rector. The Lords prayer was
next chanted by the Third High School, A
short address by the Director, DIR. Eveland,
was listened to with interest. ''The bells
ring the Easter peal" by the Third High
School was well sung after which there were
TWO lcclldllouS WHICH cOuCluttu inc morning
exercises.
At p. m. the regular Arbor Day exercises
began Professional, played by Miss Snyder,
to which the high and grammar schools
marched in and took their places. This is a
sight well worth witnessing and always
enjoyed. The order of exercises for
the afternoon was, song "Arber Day. by
the school; Scripture reading. Miss Mary
Durgin, followed by an earnest prayer
by Rev. W. P. Compton, pastor of the NJ T..
Church; solo. ''The Storm" Melville Arthur,
by request; "An April Girl by the first,
and second primary was repeated and voci-
ferously applauded; address, by Dr. Eve
land, in which he told of the origin of Arbor
Day in the schools, also said why trees should
be planted for the good of the country; song,
Dainty Dove" Miss Ethel Nesbitt; recita
ton, Miss Martha Everist; quotations, by
high and grammar schools solo, Miss Myrtle
Barrett essay, "historic trees" by Melville
Arthur, which was fine and deserves more
than passing mention. The school then
marched to the play ground. where four trees
were planted and dedicated to prominent
authors: James Russell Lowell, Henry Wads-
worth. Longfellow, John Greenleaf, Whittier
Ralph Waldo Emerson. This closed Il day of
pleasure and instruction for both pupils and
visitors.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
MOORE IS FREE.
A Crime Recalled on the Schooner Shell
drake, Now of ElktOn.

The noted schooner Sheldrake, now owned
by Captain Jack Davidson. of Elkton, which
has seen quite number of years of service on
the Chesapeake Main, again comes to notice
this week. when Richard Moore, convicted of
the murder of Captain Clark was released
from the Maryland Penitentiary. Moore is IL
native of Cecil county. Iu 1882 be was con-
victed in Baltimore, for the murder of Capt.
Casper Smith. of the Schooner Sheldrake.
The schooner was at anchor in Canton
Hollow, and Moore, who was hand aboard
of her, had Il quarrel with Captain Smith
over family matters on the day before Christ
man, 1881. Captain Smith threatened to
whip Moore and Moore struck the Captain
with some weapon and left the boat. Later
the boat was found adrift and the Captain
dead. Moore was captured shortly after
ward.
He was sentenced to serve eighteen years,
but on account of good behavior received
three years communication. His term expired
on Friday, last week.
Warden Weyley said he W an exemplary
prisoner and very generous, giving freely to
others money which he made by working
overtime He could have saved up over 800
but he left with sol. Moore is forty-seven
years of age. He is from Cecil county. His
parents are dead, his mother having died
since his incarceration. He has relatives in
Havre de Grace. He told the warden that he
did not know what he would do, but expected
to remain in Baltimore several days.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
AGAINST OUTLAW RACING.
The Maryland Republican Editorial ASso-
citation Condemns the Outlaw Tracks
in Cecil County.

The Maryland Republican Editorial Asso-
citation met in Washington on Monday, being
entertained at luncheon at the "Shoreham''
by Hon. b. II. Warner. At the business meet
ing held at eleven o'clock the following reso-
lutions were adopted relative to outlaw race
tracks in the State:
WHEREAS, The brutal treatment of spirited
and high bred horses, the profanity and dis
order and the evasion of laws against gam
bling and other species of fraud of horse
racing as conducted upon the outlaw race
tracks in Cecil county call for the condemna-
tion Of all Christian people: therefore,
Resolved, That it is the seESe OF the Repub-
Iican Editorial Association of Maryland that
the Maryland Legislature. at its next session,
should enact should laws as will prohibit and
prevent this species of gambling in this State
while guarding the rights and protecting the
interests of agricultural associations.
Mr.. Warmers entertainment was thoroughly
enjoyed by the editors and the prominent
guests who included Secretary of Agriculture
Wilson, First Assistant Postmaster General
Heath Second Assistant Postmaster General
Shallenberger. Public Printer Palmer. Com
missioner OF the District Truesdel, Judge
McComas, Representatives Mudd, Booze and
Mcdonald. Appointment Clerk Of the Treas
ury Fred Bracket, Gen. Allen Rutherford,
Marion Dorian. of Kensington.
Messrs. j. NJ. Post, of the EIkton Appeal;
George +. NJ. Stengle, of the Port Deposit
Press. and V. NJ. Torbert, of the WING, at
tended the meeting.
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Memorial Resolutions

At a meeting OF Wingate Post No. O. De-
partment of Maryland. G. A. r., held April
4, 1897, the following resolutions were
adopted on the death of Comrade Thomas
NJ. Deyine. which occurred on Saturday after.
noon. April 3, 1897:
Whereas, 1t has pleased our Heavenly
Father in His all wise providence to take
from our ranks Comrade Thomas NJ. Deyne
And while it will be hard to say farewell, we
leave him in the hands of one who is too wise
to err and too good to be unkind; therefore
be il
Resolved, That in the death of Comrade
Devine Wingate Post has lost one of its best
members, our community one of its most
neighborly citizens, his family a loving hus-
band and kind father
Resolved, That we offer our sympathy to
his bercayed wife and children in this their
sorrow and loss.
There is no flock however watched and
But one dead lamb is there;
There is no tircside howsoe'er defended,
But has one vacant chair"
Resolved, That copy of these resolutions
be sent to the family of our comrade, entered
on the minutes of the Post, and our charter
and chair be draped for thirty days.
JESSE WEST
L. T. b. DAY,
W. II. ABRAMS,
Committee.
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Charles Piercy.

Mr.. Charles Piercy, well-known citizen Of
this county, died suddenly on Tuesday morn
ing at the home of Mr.. Henry s. Cameron, on
East Main street with whom he resided when
in Elkton. On Tuesday morning he arose as
usual, although complaining to Mr. Cameron
of severe pains in his body. While dressing
he fell to the floor unconscious, and although
DR.. Clemson was Immediately summoned
Mr. Piercy was past relief before his arrival
Mr.. Percy was II son of the late Henry
Piercy who located at Old Fields Point, in
Elk Neck, in 1882. The family consisted Of
two sons and three daughters with Mr.. j.
Kenneday, brother of Mrs. Piercy, all of
whom are now deceased. Henry Piercy was
an Engishman by birth, at one time being a
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
MISSIONARY WORK.
Annual Session of the Societies of the
New Castle Presbytery at Zion.

The annual session of the Missionary
Societies connected with the Presbytery of
New Castle. were in session in Zion. on We'd
nesday and Thursday. Morning, afternoon
and evening sessions were held and which
were well attended, Mrs. G. NJ. Boulden,
Mrs. H. NJ. Mccullough. Mrs. John Neil
moyle and Mrs. r. c. Lewis represented the
Elkton Presbyterian Church. The address of
welcome was made by Mrs. Alfred Mcvey to
which Mrs. Turner responded. The following
officers were elected: President, Mrs. Crosby:
Vice-Presidents, Mrs. Harlan, Mrs. Carhart,
Mrs. Frazer, Mrs. Mearns, Mrs. Wainwright,
Mrs. Collier and Miss Clark; Recording See
retary, Mrs. G.. A. Martindale; Corresponding
Secretary, Miss Margaret Wilson; Treasurer,
Mrs. s. Z. johnson. About fifty delegates
were in attendance.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
RAILROAD TALKED OF.
A RumOr Afloat That Line Will B,
Built From ChildS.

A rumor is current that new railroad will
soon be huilt from Childs station on the Bal
timore & Ohio. to Lamson's station, on the
Baltimore & Delaware Bay railroad branch
scheme is to supply coal to the glass factories
of New Jersey and other large manufactures
in Southern New Jersey. The Baltimore &
Ohio is to be used to Childs station, the new
road to Lamson's thence over the Baltimore
& Delaware Bay railroad to Woodland Beach
and across the bay III floats to Bay Side, and
thence by the New Jersey Southern and con-
Meeting lines to the factories. This will dc
away with the delay caused in getting
through Philadelphia.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
Appointment of Constables and Minor
Officials for the Current Year.

The County Commissioners were in session
Tuesday and Wednesday, the full Board be-
ing present.
Sundry bills were examined, passed and
ordered to be paid.
Constables were appointed rs follows:
First James Benson; Second, George r..
Carpenter; Third, r. Emory Lee and w. c.
Crow; Fourth, 7. Emory Lee; Fifth, George
T. Murray and |. S. Deford; Sixth, Benjamin
Briscoe: Seventh, Charles ID. Poist and James
Gardner; Eighth, John A. Ritchie
John shelton was appointed bridge tender
at Bohemia bridge and Scotchman's creek,
and William Hudson at Chesapeake City.
Eli j. Foard. of Chesapeake City, was
unanimously chosen standard-keeper for one
year
DIR. Howard Bratton. of Elkton, was unani
mously appointed secretary and treasurer of
the Board of Health for one year.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
MCCULLOUGH
IRON COMPANY.
Meeting of StockhOl erS and Election of
Directors.

The annual stockholders meeting of the
Mccullough Iron Company was held on
Tuesday in North East at the companys
Office The following Board of Directors was
elected for the coming year: L. A. Harvey
Enoch Mccullough, Huxley Harvey, George
W. Mccullough, Henry Tatnall, A c. Griggs.
Henry Whitley. The Board organized by
electing Z. A. Harvey, President, Enoch Nc
Cullough, Vice President; Huxley Harvey,
Treasurer. Among the Cecil countains inter-
ested in the company present We're: II. H.
Haines, of Risingsun $. d. Mccullough, and
John w. Mccullough, OF North East, James
Mallen, of Conshohocken, Pa, formerly
of the Company at North East.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17

courts prepared. The courts will be laid out
on the Bratton lot, East Main street. The
initiation fee was fixed at - and the monthly
dues during the playing season at so cents,
payable monthly in advance. beginning May
/. 1t was decided that the balls used should
not be furnished by the club, but kept in stock
by the treasurer and furnished to the mem
bers at the cost price. The following motion
was unanimously carried: That all ladies
interested in tennis be elected honorary mem
bers with full privileges OF the grounds.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
TOWN ELECTION.
Commissioners McQuilkin and Mackall
Reflected.

The Elkton municipal election was held on
Monday afternoon two commissioners being
chosen. Messrs. George McQuilkin and W..
H. Mackall OF the old board were reelected
The only contesting candidate was Charles A.
Heatzig OF the 1853 votes polled Mr.. Nc
Quilkin received POI, Mr.. Mackall 1913 and
Mr.. Heatzig 1873. George r. Ash acted as
Judge OF the election and William G. Feehly
as clerk.
The old board of commissioners continues
as follows: Messrs. Kerfoot, Jerers, King,
Mackall and McQuilkin.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
A New Company.

The Charbon Works at North East, for
many years operated by the Mccullough
Iron Company, which were recently purchased
bya company including James Mallen and Il
number of Philadelphia capitalists, under the
title of the Cecil Chemical Company, of
Philadelphia, are now being put in condition
for operation. The company will manufac-
ture charcoal and the by products from wood.
and from fifty to seventy-fve men will be
employed in the various departments.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17

smith, was repairing wheels; Tim Riley, the
shoemaker, was selling cyclometers, and the
merchants were all selling bicycles. All bus
inesses were indulging in the bicycle craze
and all the proprietors were enthusiastic
wheelmen. This condition. exaggerated as
the story makes it's getting foothold in
Elkton. and which is brought about by the
demands of the people. 1t is the part of evety
merchant to cater to the wants of his patrons
and so some of the wide awake merchants Of
Elkton are "tumbling.' The Cincher learned
the other night from Mr.. Il. b. Frazer, the
enterprising Main street druggist, that he
would soon open up large stock of Craw-
ford wheels at his new store, and that he ex-
pected to push the enterprise to some extent.
The Cincher doesn't profess to know-but the
wheelmen, that is the manufacturers-sa
that If you ride their wheels you need not
use medicine, so taking this statement of
theirs for what it is worth. we extend our
compliments to DR.. Frazer, and ask him if he
is not afraid that the use of the Crawfords,
and their Improvement of the public health,
will in ure the sale of medicines.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
Arrested at Perryyille.

William Johnson was arrested at Perryville
on Thursday evening by special officer Charles
German Of the Pennsylvania railroad for
breaking the seal of and entering IL freight
car at that place. Johnson resisted arrest
and in order to bring his man to terms the
officer was compelled to use his revolver,
johnson being shot through the finger. The
man was brought to Elkton and Mt a hearing
before Squire Groves on Friday was held for
court
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17

dered and very much enjoyed by the listeners.
1t was one of the most interesting features of
the program. A play entitled 'At Skies and
Sevens,' was well performed, and last an
apron hemming contest which was performed
by the gentlemen. The prize for the best
work was awarded to Mr. Cheyney House.
keeper, of North East, and the BOBBY prize to
Mr.. Harry Morton. After refreshments the
club adjourned to meet at the home of Miss
Elizabeth Reynolds.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
"fauSt" Coming to Elkton.

For the first time in the history of Elkton
that great scenic production Faust" will be
seen at the Elkton Opera House on Friday
and Saturday evenings next week. April %
and "a, appearing under the local manage
ment Of Victor Torbert. The stage effects
will be realistic. special scenery being used
while the electrical displays will be effected
by storage batteries under the operation of
an experienced stage electrician.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
Take.l to penitentlary.

William Montgomery. the Elkton colored
man who was tried at the last term of cour.
and found guilty of murder in the second de.
gree, for the killing Of James Brown. the
colored race track follower in December last
was taken to the penitentiary on Monday by
Sheriff Mackey, to serve n term of nine years
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
VIII Soon Start Operations.

The Stevenson Wrench Factory, the new
enterprise at North East, is expected to begin
operations next month when about twenty
hands will be given employment. JAS. Mallen
has been authorized to purchase machinery
for the factory.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17

The program con-
sisted of reading by
Miss Nansant; reel
tations by Misses
Dora Mackic and
Mabel Crowl: read
ing by Miss Minnie
GatcheIl: the music
for the evening was
furnished by the
Cosletto family. as .
sisted by Mr.. Chey-
ney Housekeeper,
and was finely rem
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
EARLEvILLE SCHOOL,

vi
EARLEvILLE SCHOOL,
The following pupils of Earleyillo school
have attained an average of s5 or more for
the month Of March: Seventh grade-Elene
Price, 99.S; Elsie Duhamell, 996. Sixth
grade-May Benson, 9S Emily Sanders, 90;
Mamie Taylor, So, May Deshane, 9S; Emily
Price, SO. Fifth grade-Lena Gonce, 80;
Mamie Knight, Sc; William Allen, 95; Samuel
Deshane, 81. Fourth grade Margaret Taylor,
96; Mary Brown, SO; Mabel Allen, 96 Martha
Knight, 81; Ethel Duhamel, SO; Bertha
Bailey 90; Cleveland Jones. SO; Howard
Benson, 9S; Roy Carpenter, 95; George Jones,
95; Lindsey Price, 9S. Third grade-Veasey
Taylor, "a; Bessie Chivens, S5; Harry Dixon,
81. Second grade-Belle Price, 9S; Sallie
Gonce, 97 Mary Woolleyhand, 80; Mary j..
Gonce, 81; Mary Saunders 49, First grade
Annie Brown, 9S; Helen Taylor, 9S; lonia
Benson, %; Annie Price, 81, Mary Gonce SO;
Ambrose Chivens, 81; Crawford Jones. 80;
Jesse Chivens. 9S; Samuel Gonce, 90; Leonard
Dixon, 81; Thomas Jones, 92 Herman Dixon,
SO; Bertha Chivens. 30. Ellene Price, May
Benson, May Deshane. Emily Price, Lena
Gonce, Mary Brown, Howard Benson, Roy
Carpenter. Lindsey Price, Veasey Taylor,
Belle Price, Helen Taylor, Bessie Chivens,
Annie Price and Jesse Chivens were present
every day during the month.
MARGARET Il. Johnson.
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chosen president, Rick
etts Nelson treasurer,
and Fred L. Haines sec
retary.
Albert Constable, Jr.,
Fred L. Haines and w.
ID. Bratton were named
as the committee on
grounds and were in
structed TO have the
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17

Elkton Opera House on Friday and Saturday
evenings next week. and be surprised at what
a remarkable electrical and scenic effect can
be shown even in Elkton.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17
ORPHANS COURT.
Bonds Approved, Accounts and Claims
Passed.

The Orphans Court of Cecil county was in
session on Tuesday and Wednesday OF this
week. Present, Hon. David p. Davis, Chief
Judge; Hon. William X. Reckefus and Hon.
Charles L. Beatty, Associate Judges.
Sundry claims against deceased estates
We're examined and passed.
BONDS APPROVED.
Bond of Robert Henry Gallaher, executor
william J. Gallaher: bond of Hugh I. Burlin,
administrator OF David W. Burlin bond of
W. S. Evans, administrator d. b. II. t. a. of
John s. Everist; bond of Elizabeth Potts, eS
e"utor of Lambert Potts: bond OF James
Alexander Steele and Xelma l.. Hagerty,
administrators of James l.. Steele.
ACCOUNTS PASSED.
First account of F. P. Conrey and Annie l..
Hardcastle. executors of Thomas Conrey: first
account of John c. McNamee, executor of
William McNamee; first account Of Charles
L. Turner, executor Of Sarah Jane Clayton:
first and final account of William Il. Cam
eron, executor of Jane Cameron and distr-
button struck on same; lltn account OF
T. Bradum Gillespie, administrator d. b. II.
c. t. Il. of Edmund Physick; first and final
account of Laura A. Haddock, executrix OF
Samuel Haddock; first account of W. S.
Douglass, administrator of Joseph Murphy.
The matter of the caveat to the last will
and testament of James L. Steele was taken
up, and after hearing the evidence the Cour,
refused probate to the same.
Court adjourned to meet in special session
on Tuesday next.
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SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS,
p, w. & B. Railroad Declines to Alter
Rates for School Tickets.

The Board of School Commissioners were
in session on Wednesday. Present, Messrs.
Blake, Ash and Kirk. Minutes read and
approved.
Messrs. Murray and Cameron, trustees of
school No. @ Ninth district, asked for well
as they were unable to get water. Referred
to Mr.. Blake and the Finger Board school,
No. 2, First district, which is in the same
condition, was referred to Mr.. Ash.
The secretary reported that the P. W. & B.
r. r., declined to alter their rates for school
tickets. as they are the same over the entire
line.
School No. 8, Ninth, and No. q Eighth,
we're ordered to be closed on the 18th for
want of pupils.
The Examiner was ordered to hold an
examination for teachers at Elkton, Monday,
May 81 and Tuesday, June l, and at Port
Deposit, Wednesday and Thursday, June 2
and 8.
Duaneys History of Maryland was sub
stituted for Buffers, to take effect September
1st
1t was ordered that in the future advertise
meats of the Board to be paid for, shall be
in such newspapers as the Board may desig-
nate at the time.
The Treasurer was directed to pay $40 to
the State Teachers Association.
on motion of Mr.. Kirk the certificate of j.
l.. Crothers was renewed.
The following bills were ordered to be paid:
II EinSinvpr lgSl, 30 TX
+. Davis, High School ............... 10 90
Maryland Water Company ............ II %
A. Woodall, coal, No. /, colored, First 2 SO
W. ]. Payne, No. 1. Third, S2.75; No. 4,
Second, 1915; No. |, rs cents ....... %
p, w. x B. r. R., freight ............ 35
w. G. Bradford, High School ....... 5 80
C. T. F. Mearns, coal, No. 5. Fifth. .... IL 1s
Bennett x Steele. coal, Second ........ 10 25
j. c. Craig, wood, No. l, colored,
Eighth OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. 4 5O
j. Il. Frank, coal, No. l, Eighth. ..... . 81
Library No. 5, Second, NJ. s. Harper,
pay j. Ii. Steele Observation-Disclosures. 10 90
Library No. /, Third, H. Hartnett. pay
| w. A. Mitchell l...................... 10 0O
C. l.. Cole, coal, No. 2, Seventh ....... 10 80
Miss X. Miller resigned as teacher of school
No. 2, Third, and Miss Mary Perkins appoint
ment to the same school was confirmed.
The Board adjourned to meet on Thursday,
| April %. to pay teachers quarterly accounts.
GEORGE BIDDLE, Secretary.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17

While every person can not have an abund-
ant head of hair, it is possible, with care and
the use of Halls Hair Remover, to grow a
respectable hirsutc covering.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1897-04-17

better attested than by the
fact that all classes of mer-
chants and dealers are put
ting the "silent steed" in
stock. Like the story told of
the townsman who returning
to his native heath after an
absence of some years found
that all his friends were in
the bicycle business-in one
way or other-Bill Jones, the
timer, was making rubber
L
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Tennis.

At a meeting on Monday evening the Elkton
Tennis Club was reorganized fer the season
and officers were elected. Richard Reese was
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VivO Club.

The Vivo Club met at the home of Miss
Elizabeth Scarborough. on Tuesday evening