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Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
Congressman 0try on Virginia's Pro-
TrpSS

The Congressional Record of Au-
gust 9th. contains an interesting
speech from Representative Otey, of
this State, in which many facts are
set forth to shown the progress of
Virginia 1t is shown that the State
is making great Roadway in the cul-
tivation of tobacco. In 1876 it occu.
pied eighth place in the listof States,
while in 1896 it had advanced to sec
ond place, Kentucky alone being in
the lead.
Virginia also, according to Repre-
sentative Otey, stands second in the
list of oyster producing States, hav-
ing no less than So, 500, 600 invested in
that industry.
The mineral output is shown by
him TO be increasing every year, and
still more so are the lumber and agri
cultural interests of the State. In
the matter of manufactures, Mr..
Otey shows that interest to be stead
lily on the increase, its product for
1896 being placed by him at $780,
100000.
In referring to the moral, religious
and educational status of the people
of Virginia, he shows that 50 per
cent. of the population, including ne
groes, are married, while the average
throughout the United States is only
IS per cent; that the census of 1890
shows that two persons out of every
1000 of the population are divorced,
while~in Virginia only one out of
1000 has appealed to the courts to
dissolve the marriage vow.
No less than % per cent. of the
population attend school, and one
third of the people of the State are
recorded as church communicates.
He asserts that, while Virginia is
only fifteenth in population, it leads
forty-siX States in the ownership of
church property and seating capacity
In Virginia the percentage of Grim
inals to each 1000 is three, while in
Massachusetts,, for instance, it is sew
en-. In fact, Mr.. Otey presents u
splendid showing of the State con-
dition in all matters touched by him,
from which much good should come.
Norfolk Virginian.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

The mercantile agencies report a
gratifying improvement in business
conditions all over the country and
say that better times are surely ahead
of us and at distance not very re-
mote. They base their opinions on
the good prices being realized for
wheat, cotton and other farm pro-
ducts, and everyone will agree with
them that it is coming from the right
direction. Good prices to the farm
ers means prosperity to everyone
else, and our farmers surely have
reason ID be encouraged at the pres
emf outlook and to some extent are
able to verify the predictions which
have been made. The business de-
preston which has existed with US
for years is certainly not so great as
it has been and evidences of returning
prosperity are reported in other Sec
lions of the State. 1t is real pleas
ure to record such an instance as
that reported in the following par
agraph of the Danville Register of
the 9TH inst
The Improvement in business
which has been noted in other parts
of the country is now apparent in
Danville, and is becoming more and
more noticeable as the days pass. All
who have occasion to borrow money
recently have found it far more at
tainable than year ago. In fact,
money is now plentiful, and can be
had abundantly and at reasonable
rates on good security, whereas less
than a year ago it could not be had
on any security.-Nor is this all.
The tendency to hold moneyls stead
lily disappearing and has been sue
ceeded by tendency to investment
ard to resumption Of industry.
Meu are charging their business,
making additions to their plants and
and forming new enterprises. AL
ready several have been noted. 1t
is not a boom, Tut mere steady nor
NAL growth that promises to enlarge
and continue. There has been
money to invest all along, but those
who had it were afraid to risk it un-
der discouraging conditions. Now,
however, discouraSipg conditions
have passed away and there is mon
ey 10 be made. Ii is being made,
hence the expansion Of business.
Soon all will feel the impetus of en-
larged trade, all save the drones to
whom good times and hard times are
alike Improbable.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

The convention of the Democratic
party of Virginia met in Roanoke at
noon Wednesday, TO nominate can
didates for Governor, Lieutel ant
Governor and Acknowledgement,
with nearly all of the 1,54S delegates
in attendance, and was organized by
the election of Mr.. q. D. Letcher, Of
Lynchburg, temporary chairman and
Col. John Bell Bigger, secretary Mr..
E. W. Saunders, of Franklin county,
was made permanent chairman in
the afternoon session without oppo-
sition. AT the night session Hon. J.
Hoge Tyler was placed in nomina-
ton for Governor by Mr.. Carter
Glass, of the Lynchburg News, aud
at the conclusion of the first second
ing speech, on motion of Hon. j.
Taylor Ellyson, his only competitor,
the nomination of Major Tyler was
made unanimous. Hon. Edward
Echols, of Staunton, was nominated
for Lieutenant-Gover on the sec
ond ballot. The ticket was CON-
pleted on Thursday on the third bah
lot by the nomination of Andrew
jackson Montague, of Danville, for
ATTORNEY General.
The nomination of Major Tyler by
the Roanoke Convention, OF course
was foresone conclusion long be-
fore the assembling Of that body and
will be received with great satisfac.
ton by the people of Virginia. He
is in closer touch with the great body
of the people of Virginia, perhaps.
than any man in public life to day.
He is man OF the people, being a
farmer, and known and beloved by
them. He is now and has always
been in accord with them on
the money question, being one
of the pioneers of free silver,
as well as in other important
matters they favor, and he is not
only in accord with them, but is pre-
pared to serve them, being fully
equipped for all the duties Of the re-
sponsible position. That the people
will elect him as their next Govern
or, of course. no one doubts.
The other nominees OF the ticket,
are young men Of fine character and
excellent ability, whom every demo-
crat in the State can and will give
their earnest and hearty support.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

Attorney. General R. Taylor Scott,
is dead, and the announcement was
an unexpected shock to the people of
the State. as it was generally thought
he was on the way to recovery from
an attack of typhoid fever. He WAS
we'll known throughout the State
and to the people of the Eastern
Shore especially, because of the man
ner in which he handled the POGO
moke Sound boundary question.
That he was a man of great ability,
no one seems to deny, and his record
as an official will compare favorably,
it is stated, with the best the State
has ever had.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
Sketch of the Next Governor.

Major ]. Hoge Tyler, nomir led by
the Democrats for Governor Of Nir-
GINA, is native of Caroline, and a
son Of the late George Tyler, who
lived a long and useful life, and was
highly respected and honored by the
people of his county.
The Major comes of the best old
Virginia stock. He was very young
man when the war broke out, but
went into the Confederate service
and made record of which he ana
family have cause to be proud.
After the war he went to Pulaski
county to live and has spent the
major portion of his life there. He
had fondness for agricultural pur
suits and made a success at farming.
He took naturally to politics and
participated actively in the demo
cratic campaigns. He was sent to
the State Senate in 1877. During his
one term there he became a leader in
the retrenchment movement and was
largely instrumental in securing the
passage of measures cutting down eX
penses and reducing the tax rate.
He saw no more of public service
until 1889, when he was made Lieu
tenant Governor and served out his
term with distinction. He was a
member of the Debt Commission and
of other important committees. Since
lie retired from the Lieutenant Gov
ernorship he has spent Il quiet life on
his farm at East Radford.
Major Tyler is man of charming
manners, of delightful personality
and will be most popular Governor.
AS stump speaker he has few
equals in Virginia. He is an elder in
the Presbyterian church, has a very
happy family and is a model citizen.
Richmond State.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
Mosquitoes in Delaware.

An army of Jersey mosquitoes has
crossed the Delaware bay and taken
possession of lower Sussex county.
The pestiferous insects made their
appearance last Monday and have
been tormenting people of that SEC
ton day and night. The plague
they have caused has become so bad
that the summer camp meetings
which We're to last ten days have
been temporarily suspended. On
Friday night while Rev. Joshua Alb
bolt was offering prayer at col
ored camp meeting near Gravely Hill,
a flock of mosquitoes attacked him
and flying into his mouth caused him
to choke almost to death, and put a
stop to the service. The plague has
caused the negroes to become wild
with superstition. Many of them
pray all day for it to cease. The lie
groes believe that the plague is tie
forerunuer of big drought during
which the world will be burned by
the sun. The plague has assumed
such proportions that Sunday night,
Milton and Lewes were in darkness,
the residents of each having agreed
not to turn or permit to burned a
lamp or gas jet after shutdown.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
ANcw Democratic Paper IN Baltimore.

Baltimore, Nd, August 7.--Chair-
man Murray Vandiver, Of the Dem
ocratic State Central committee
raised $40, 000 in subscriptions in two
hours, this morning, to be used in es
tablishing a Democratic morning
paper in Baltimore. :
Mr.. John E. Hurst heads the sub
scription list, which includes Senator
German, Mr.. |. Freeman Rasin,
Chairman Vandiver, Collector
Frank T. Shaw and other well
known Democrats. 1t is said that an
effort may be made to buy the Bal
timore American and convert it into
Il D emocratic organ.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

NorIcE-The boarding tent at the
Eastern Shore Agricultural Fair this
year will be run by the undersigned
in good style with the best OF accom-
modations. A new building will be
built to accommodate both ladies and
gentlemen, with comfort, who wish
to remain on the grounds at night.
Smith II. Martin.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

NoTIcE-I will take parties to and
from the beach during the summer,
from my landing on Burton's shore,
at moderate charges. Comfortable
accommodations furnished John h.
James, Locustvlle, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

Practical Matchmaker & Jeweler.
carry a large and select line
of Watches, Clocks, Jewelry,
Spectacles and Silverware of all
kinds-prices reduced very low.
have also added to my bust
ness a fine assortment of Pic
lures, Picture Frames and Mir
rors-all styles and sizes-at low
prices, and am Agent for the
enlargement of Photographs.
Special attention paid to repair
work on fine Watches, Clocks,
Spectacles and Jewelry at bed
rock prices. All work guaran-
teed to be frst-class. Highest
prices paid for old gold and sill
yer.
Will be at Accomac G. H.,
every court-day for repairing.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

FOR RENT-For 1s9S-The farm ad-
joining the Willis Farm. Kind land
to trucks; money rent. Cheap, with
approved security. Il. y. Joynes, 241
South ST., Baltimore, Nd.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

NoTIcE-I will commence to sell
my stock of goods at auction on the
first Saturday in August at 2 o'clock
and sell every Saturday thereafter
until the entire stock is disposed of
l also expect everyone indebted tc
me to settle same without delay.
need, and must have the money due
me on store accounts.
Jas. P. Dougherty
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

NoLIcK-A SOW OF deep blue color,
hole and swallow fork marks in right
ear, left my premises about seven
weeks ago. Information OF her suit
ably rewarded. Major Conquest,
Only, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
Candidates Cards.

1t having been ordered by the late
democratic mass meeting that Legis-
lative candidates shall be nominated
by party primary, to be held Aug
ust 2Sth, | hereby announce my can.
didacy for the Office of State Senator
Having served the people OF the 37th
District, for the past term, l respect
fully refer them to my official record,
trusting this record will show that
have tried to serve their interests &c
the best of my ability, and without
regard to individual favor or per-
sonal popularity. If il shall be the
pleasure of the party to entrust NE
with denomination to this office,
shall continue to use my best efforts
in behalf of the public welfare.
Respectfully,
GEO. w. LECATo.
To the voters of Accomac:
l respectfully announce myself a
candidate for re election to the House
of Delegates, subject to whatever
method may be adopted by the dem
ocratic party, and hope it will be
their pleasure to favor me again
with their support.
S. WILKINS MATTHEWS.
Tony fellow-citzens of the Eastern
Shore of Virginia:
Through desire to represent the
counties Of Accomac and Northamp-
ton in the Assembly of Virginia, and
believing that I could represent the
interest of the people of the Eastern
Shore in a manner that would prove
highly beneficial to their welfare and
prosperity, humbly and respectfully
beg leave to announce myself Il can
didate for the Senate of Virginia
promising you, my fellow citizens, if
chosen as your representative, | will
endeavor to have legislation enacted
that will mete out justice to all and
Partially to none, that | will use I'm
firing energy and zeal that your in
terest and cause may ever be my in
terest and cause, and above all
things, l will do everything in my
power that will rebound to the honor
and glory of the Eastern Shore OF
Virginia.
In making this announcement, l
desire to state that am in favor OF
any mode of nomination that may
be adopted by the democratic party.
Very respectfully,
JOHN r. REV.
Parksley, Va. March II, '97.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

For RENr-For 1S9S-The Willis
farm, near EXmore Station. Recently
fitted up and painted Money rent.
Cheap, with approved security. T..
A. Joynes, 241 South ST., Baltimore,
Md.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

For RENr-For year 1898, or a
term of years, my storehouse, dwell
ing of five rooms attached, in I mile
of Messongo steamboat wharf, on
reasonable terms. jeff d. Mears.
Sanford, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
General News.

Orc of the most prominent whole
sale whi.liey dealers in Baltimore
says that there is enough whiskey
already manufactured in this coun-
try to last the consumers for twelve
wears to come.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

For SALe-Three good horses
which l wish to sell at once and
which l will sell very cheap. Thos.
FL. Nelson, Accomac G. FL. Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
Business Locals.

For RENT-For year 1888, my farm
at Wachapreague, at present occu-
pied by Mr.. Jos. j. Wescott. For
particulars call on or write to
Mrs. Bette M. Custis,
Onancock, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

NoTIcE-A deep red COW came to
my home in March last. The owner
will please call for her, prove prop
erty, pay charges and take her away.
P. N. Barrett, BloXom, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

NoT1cE-Corn for sale at 50 per
barrel at my farm on Folly Creek.
VIM. II. Coxton.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

Hon. John e. Reagan, of Texas,
Postmaster General under Jefferson
Davis during the war and now X
years of eye. has announced his can
didacy for the seat in the Senate oc-
cupied by Roger Q. Mills, whose
term expires March 4th, 1899.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

For SALE-Orchilla Guano, the
great land improyer, $1,000 cash,
$17 o. on time, +. 0. b., Baltimore
delivered at railroad stations or
steamboat wharves.
Conquest & Tull,
Oak Hall, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

For SALE.-Pure bred Collie pups.
w. NJ. burlington, Fair Oaks, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

General G. w. GUSTS Lee has pre-
sented to the Lee-Jackson camp of
Confederate Vetsrans of Lexington,
Va, a lantern used by his father,
General Robert E. Lee, in his tent
during the civil war. The lantern,
says the Baltimore American, is large
and substantial, the metal work be-
ing of brass, and it is in a good state
of preservation. A candle was used
to furnish light. 1t is greatly prizeo
by the veterans as memento OF the
wa.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14
SUITS MADE TO ORDER, ALSO.

% per cent. saved on every order
by coming to the Baltimore Bargain
House, Johuson's Hall, opposite
Doughty's Carriage Shop, Onancock,
Va
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-08-14

COLLECTION draw Is
done by exhibitor 80 10 90
collection paintings
DOM dy exhibitor LIST 3 OO I'd 5o
map OF Eastern
Shore OF Virginia 90 20
DR.. ". KELLAN, Pr sideDt.
The Flagstaff sun-democrat. [volume] (Flagstaff, Ariz.) 1896-1897, 1897-05-27

They come from afar " visit Cu:O-
ninO's grand curiosities. A party
from Ontario, Canada. left this moru-
lug over the stage line for few days
sight seeing at the Grand Canyon.
Frank Secrist Of Winslow, aud
Harry Carley IT our city left tuesday
tor kingmau. where they will represeu.
Winslow lodge Is delegates in the
grand lodge oI The Knights of Py thias.
The last rehearsal Of Decoration day
music will be held at the Prssby tsrian
church FRIDAY evening, tus zo.n, d. d
O'Clock. All members Ut the cnoir are
urged " be present. on time.
The business house Of Harry Jacoby
north of W. II. CAROLS restaurant Is
undergoing Improvements aud will b.
occupied by Auam Mohlenpsugh aud
john MLdersbach for y butcher chop.
Hon. +. L. Aspiuwsll Of Wiuslow
Was III Inc city Monday eurOuts to
Needles. He WAS member vi The
Council in The Eighteenth and Nine
teenth Legislatures aud WAS AL active
worker.
William Sweeney an oid-Iime Flag
stan boy, who for the past year or two
has been WORKING NJ Gallup, is now
dispensing cocktails aud other appsti-
ziug decoUtious at lbs New Bank
hute. oar.
+. A. Rickei returned suuds, from
su eAteujed yIsil 10 his old home in
Cincinnati, ono. lie reports tunes
hard, money scarce aud business duIi
ia tue ast. 1om thinks AlILoua stili
ia Inc SWIM.
Flagstaff Meat Market is the only
place IA Town u Du! fresh meats.
Everything Kept IN Tue butchers IiHc,
such as beef. mutton, pork, Sausage,
wild games, hsn. eLc. GarreLL u Hen
messy, proprIetOrs.
Harry Jacooy has purchased the two
business lots vi u. a. Bay on lie
coruer If San francisco street anu
Aspen avenue he ~ moving his
business house from near DR.. Eli wards
drug Store " these lots.
MISS May DAzs Of Beliemont was
thrown from horse on Monday aud
received severe injuries. ". y. J.
Brauneu was summoned u attend the
young lady, aud louud her in IN uu-
CONSCIOUS condnmu. SHE s,,ou IL.
vIved aud at this writing 10 very much
improved
l'n- Mesa Flee P..ess says: The
botL,nn,ess pit just west Of Flagstaff g
one ut me geological woudrrs Of the
TerrI,ory. IL Is = l"ny ragged hole in
The Dntton of u canyon aud is pr, b.
xniy an oritce which leads to some
subtle, ranean lake. II Is said hat
eighteen hund, eI feet uf cord have
failed 10 reacn tho Bottom.
The Flagstaff sun-democrat. [volume] (Flagstaff, Ariz.) 1896-1897, 1897-05-27
LOCAL BREVITIES.

Kansas Sltt DiosSou oeei ~ u'Trett
i Henuessy's.
B. c. Olney is having new coat Of
paint applied TO his residence.
Go to Cofiin's for bicycle fixture s.
repairs, etc. Wheels to rent.
Good cheap shoes at M. J. Bagnall's.
Try the $3.50 aud 800 shoes. :
For first-class watch work go to ].
p. Arnolds' ut Bagnall's shoe store.
Take your watch and jewellery re-
PAIRS to j. A. Maurer at the postoffice.
Deputy Sheriff Martin Bugglin of
Williams was in the city this morn
ing.
Trout fishing in Oak creek will be
she order of the day after next Mon.
day.
A new lot Of jewelry just received
at J. A. Maurer's. Postoffice jewelry
Deputy Sheriff John Munds was
here Saturday locking after official
duties.
C. A. Hageman returned Tuesday
from several days visit in Albu-
4uerque.
o.. ID 10
orders taken ior go'i ana oicyc'e
suits' MADE 10 order' at '. W. wealth.
srtords'
Mrs. j. A. Lantern LETT Tuesday Tor
VISIT 10 her parents ana ir'ehaS 'n
missouri
Just received ~ "eatherIoraS
full hne OF belts, shoes aud hose Tor
bicycle riders
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sIAn wiz nave '"us'pS r'u''u oi
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