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The Penn's Grove record., 1897-03-19
MAYOR GwYkyE.

Salem was treated t6a surprise on
Tuesday night when Jon. w. Acton,
who was reelected last Ssek refused
to take the oath of office az he had been
advised by Attorney Gsnesal Stockton
that he could not hold he office Of
Mayor and State Prosecuting Attorney
at the same time. The Office Of Mayor
makes him a committing magistrate
and after a prisoner is SOFT to jail by
him the office of Prosecu pr makes him
the lawyer against the pxsoner in the
Court which he may have com.
mitted to Jail. Accepting the office as
Mayor would be vacating Nie Office of
Prosecutor, a $500 plum sor u cheap
honor.
The City Council cl'osARobert Gwy-
nne, Jr., 10 oil the vac until next
spring election. The llmcil granted
the following licenses:3 G. Ford, Jr.,
proprietor, of Fold's eli fee $500.
James F. Shannon. pm ftet of Mel.
son House; fee 5000. %Ssfs. Amelia
Luerssen, proprietor Of The Schaeser
House; fee. $500. Mrs. srrwn, bottl-
ing establishment. $500.
Salem Republicans set mot lat all
pleased over the election Il a MAYOR by
City Council TuesdaSg igtt. Thsy say
So AIa,or ActoE u&e-
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~ ,en,a Arnie. saIxe.

The Bese oalve In the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt. Rhsum,
Fever Sores, letter, Chappsd Hands.
Chilblains, Corns, and all Skin Erup-
ticns, and positively cures Piles. or no
pay required It is guaranteed to give
perfect satisfaction OF money refunded.
Price IS cents par box. For sale at
Johnson's Drug Store.
The Penn's Grove record., 1897-03-19

A transaction in which youcannot loseisa
S safe to oIngR; f s%liou niles an slc ! th heneaTdde nt lur,
ills are caused by constipation and sluggish
liver. Cascarets Candy Cathartic, the won
derful new liver stimulant and intestinal
tonic are by all druggists guaranteed to cure
or money refunded. Q. G. G. are a sure
thing. Try a box to-day; 1oc., &c, SOC.
Sample and booklet free.
The Penn's Grove record., 1897-03-19
DIED

BIDDLE.-In Penn's Grove, March
IL, 1897, Mary X. daughter of George
X. and Anna Biddle, aged 10 years.
ALLEN.--In Woodstown, March 2,
1897, James Madison Allen, in his S4th
year.
BRICK.-In WoodstOwn, March, 2,
1897, Patience y. Brick, aged 81 years.
The Penn's Grove record., 1897-03-19

REcoRDs-are for sale every Satur-
day at w. +. Walkers store in Odd
Fellows Hall at 80 each.
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PERSONALS.

Solomon Avis, of Westyille, is visit
ing G. W. Cables.
Miss Eliza s. Allen is visiting her
grand parents at Snow Hill Md.
Bedford G. Wood has left for Fishing
Creek to get ready for sturgeon fishing
season.
Mrs. and Mrs. Jacob Wainwright, of
Philadelphia, spent Sunday with friends
in Penn's Grove.
Frank H.. Walker who has been fish,
ing on the Savannah river the past win
ter arrived home on Thursday.
Mrs. and Mrs. William G. Summer
Ill spent last Saturday in Woodstown
with her mother, Mrs. Maya. Austin.
Capt. Philip ReyboId, of Wilmington,
made a flying visit to Mr.. and Mrs. JOS
eph L. Munyan on Thursday.
Charles Nicholson and Harry j. Ca
bic have gone on a salesman tour
through Delaware and Eastern Mary
land.
II. III. Henricks, Jr., of Savannah,
spent a few days with Israel Dolbow,
Jr., at the Cove, and is looking up the
caviar business.
The Penn's Grove record., 1897-03-19
BOARD oFonosEN FREEHoLDERs.

The March meeting was held on
Wednesday at the Court House. Bills
from the several wards and townships
were read, approved and ordered paid.
Mr.. John S. Redstrake, who was
elected to I'll the vacancy in East Ward,
Salem, caused by the election of Benz.
B. Westcott as Sheriff, appeared and
took his seat.
A bill for the burial of Ida Hoffered,
SIS, was presented by w. W. Johnson,
Of Elmer, and, after some discussion,
ordered paid.
Committee IN bridge at Centreton
reported progress and was continued.
Committee on Hawks Bridge report
ed the repairs completed and were dis
charged.
Mr.. Mayhem asked for committee on
a bridge near Elmer. Granted, and
Messrs. Mayhem, Borton and Smith ap-
pointed.
A letter and bill from f. WentzelI
were read, asked for $50 in part com.
pensation for outlay and expense in
hunting the thieves who operated so
extensively In and around Elmer last
year, and recovery Of goods stolen from
him. After some discussion 1t was de-
cided to keep clear of such claims,
although Mr.. Wentzell deserved SYM
pathy and encouragement for his public
spirit and perseverance.
The Penn's Grove record., 1897-03-19

IHe cnaliiilaH rehu zoe recOfnnienQa-
ton OF the Board Of Trustees that 5000
be raised by special axation. There
was considerable discussion over the
proposition. Some thought the school
could be and should be run cheaper,
some opposed raising q special tax to
keep the salaries up when most Of those
who paid it received less for their labor.
Less was received from the State fund
the past year. Or the other hand,
others thought tie 5000 absolutely
necessary and some thought they should
raise more,
The motion to raise $500 was defeat
ed 5 to %. Then $40o and 5000 were
nominated. 5000 was carried by %
votes TO 10 for $400.
For the election of Trustees Josiah
II. Smith and George Watson were az.
pointed tellers and Clio. T.. Coombs
Judge. The three elected we're q. W.
Cable by rs votes, H. ]. Blohm by 26
votes, N. ,. WO0u ~ votes. ). r..
leap received II votes, C. Y. Dolbow
2, and G. Z. Dolbuw IL
U. P. MECH.
The meeting of the Voters in U. P.
Neck to elect school Tru.tess was held
In Central School House on Tuesday
evening. The three Trustees whose
terms were out we're reelected, James
F. Layton, Matthew Ekld aud Daniel
Jaquette. Biddle WridG t was a candi
date against Mr.. Jaquete, and received
9 votes to IL for Mr.. 1Nqustts. 500
was ordered raised by special taxation
to purchase seats and desfs for Wright
School House and 500 foi supplies.
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ON
Trains leave PENIS Grove 7.26 a. M, 4.1S, p.
m. Leave Philadelphia at q. is. a. m, $50 p. m.
Post Once Hours.
Penn's Grove Post ONCE Is open from els a.
m to $50 .. M. Mall closes for all points ex-
cept between Woodbury. and Penn's Grove at
$40 q. m, for all points at II so a. IN. and 40 p.
m. Mails arrive ct lis, $50 a. m. and 4.S), tbs
p. m.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Every farmer, laborer and business
man of Barber county should read the
Topeka Advocate, the foremost reform
and agricultural journal in Kansas.
The Advocate is also very thorough on
congressional and state news. The
subscription price is one dollar per
year. but the publishers have made us
clubbing rate whereby we can furnish
both the INDEX and the Advocate one
year for SIPS cash in advance. Re-
member this applies only to those who
pay one year in advance.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30
OUR sP oRT1NG POET.

The following lines bearing on the
recent pugilistic bout have been con-
tributed:
Once upon a time out near the cedar hills,
Two heavyweight cowboys were want to
10 try their skills.
They met near the water where the grass
was green and short, lsnort
One began to below and the other began to
They bowed their necks and bumped their
backs. but neither would retreat,
And tried to dress each other down regard
less of the treat.
They had neither knife nor pistol to pierce
each others frame,
But the antics of these cowboys were any,
thing but tame.
They smote each other hip and thigh with
all their might and power,
And ended up the contest in less than half
an hour. Ttold,
Each of them was badly whipped-thus I'm
And both are satisfied to wait until the
weather's cold.
Those boys are both good fellows. and as
jolly as can be, Kansas, See?
With hearts as big as pumpkins that grow in
They'll drop this bitter feeling and do as
neighbors should, always stood.
And step upon the top round where they've
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the board be authorized to subscribe for
one or more copies, to be read by them
and placed in the district library.
NORMAL.
We are making arrangements to hold
one of the most successful Normals
ever held in the county, and as friends
of education, l request you to encour-
age the attendance of the more advanc-
ed pupils, and so far as is consistent
with justice, considering the circum-
stances peculiar to each individual
case, l request you to urge the teachers
to attend. 1t is your duty to give pref
erence to the teacher whose interest
in the work prompts an attendance at
Normal Institutes and Teachers As
sociations.
l recommend that you aid the teach
ers as far as possible to grade the
schools. The schools should be graded
as far as practicable, and this can be
accomplished by the cooperation of
district boards and teachers in conjunc-
tion with the Co. Superintendent.
SCHOOL CENSUS.
The clerk of each district shall,
at least five days before the An
nual Meeting. make out this report.
This report should be read at the An.
nual Meeting and shall show the num-
Der OF children residing in the district
between the ages of and 81 years Of
age. All should be enumerated, wheth-
or married or single.
The apportionment of the state
school money is based upon the school
population. This apportion m n t
amounts to about dollar for each child
OF school age, and if they are not re-
ported your district loses its share of
state money.
You will find the law governing this
report on page SO, Sec. 6S of the last
copy of the School Law. If you need
any assistance in making out this re-
port, do not hesitate to call upon me
and will give you all the assistance
necessary.
ORDER OF BUSINESS.
Following is the order of business for
Annual Meeting:
1 Calling the meeting to order.
2 Reading the minutes of last An
nual meeting.
3 Report of district clerk.
4 Report of district treasurer.
S Election of officers.
6 Determining length of term.
Z Determining sex of teacher.
s Making levy.
8 Concerning Western SchoolJourn-
al
10 Regarding course of study.
IL Miscellaneous business.
II Adjournment.
+. Nj. SHELL,
County Superintendent.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Rev. Surface preached an able and
interesting sermon to large audience
at the Presbyterian church Sunday ev-
ening. He departed on Monday to re-
new his studies at Marshall, Mo-, and
will graduate one year hence. From
that he goes to Tennessee to enter q
theological institution. Ed, as he has
been Familiarity known, is an upright,
industrious and cordial young man and
richly deserves the success with which
he Is meeting.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30
SCHOOL BOARD CONVICTIONS.

There will be a meeting of the school
officers of Barber county on July 24th,
at O'Clock, P. NJ, in the court room in
Medicine Lodge. Every school officer
isexpected to be present If possible. A
good program will be arranged. Top
les which demand our immediate at
tention will be discussed-such as the
new Text Book law, employing OF
teachers, wages, course of study, coop.
GRAFTON of pupils. parents and teacher.
We believe much good will be accom-.
plished by such a meeting.
F. n. SHELL, Co. Supt.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30
LOCAL NEWS.
TO CENTRAL Committeeman.

At the next meeting of the Peoples
Party Central Committee the date for
holding the county convention and
township primaries will, in all proba-
bllity, be fixed. This is an important
matter and We urge a representation
from each township. The meeting &C.
ours on the second Saturday in July
the 10th-and every member of the
committee should attend.
II. V. CANT, Chairman.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Last Saturday w. E. Cook withdrew
from the Kiowa postoffice race in favor
OF IL. E. Glenn. H. d. Records with.
drew in favor Of Mr.. Cook few days
previous. This leaves the field with
only two aspirants-Harry E.
Glenn aud John L. Nichols. We're on
the outside and, of course, can't pick
out the winner, but if we had any mon
ey and wanted to risk it, we'd put'er up
on the newspaper man.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Elder Frank Talmags will preach at
the Christian church IN this city on
Sunday, July IL, at IL a. m. and D. m.
lie will also preach at the Doles school
house IN the afternoon of the same day
at o'clock.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30
Now For Dental Work.

DIR. S. b. CORN, Dentist of Kiowa,
Kansas, will be at the Office of DIR.
Yant, July 8, and s. All needing
Dental services will make engagements
with Mr.. A. w. Clarke.
Don't fail to take advantage of these
dates. All work guaranteed and first
class In every respect.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Our Lake City correspondent, in this
issue, announces that the Lake City
hotel was burned to the ground on Sat-
urday. The Lake City hotel was a
good one for small village and it af-
forded great deal of convenience to
stock dealers who did business in the
western part Of this county. We regret
it's destruction but hope 1t may be re-
built,
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Representative Patton is still a citi-
Zen OF Barber county and if an extra
session of the legislature is called he
will be at his post of duty at Topeka.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Rev. Parker returned home on Satur-
day. Mrs. Parker IS still at Winfield
and will hot be home until the latter
part of this week, and perhaps few
DAYS later.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Probate Judge Funk has decided to
dispense with the services of the sher.
if in opening and closing probate court
each month. The conclusion was reach
ed after receiving an opinion from the
Attorney General. This saves $50 per
year and is commendable.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

The Sharon Valley S. s. asso citation
will meet at the Christian church in
Sharon on July 10th, at 2 p. m. to ar
range for convention. All schools that
wish to take part, Will send their super
lntendent and one delegate.-M. H.
White, sec.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Frank E. Lockert and Fay Adams
were married In Sun City township on
Sunday of last week. The circum-
stances which made the marriage
necessary will hardly permit congratu-
lations. We hope. however, that the
clouds of the present will be dispelled
by much happiness in the future.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Geo. w. Phillips and Miss Kate G..
Stewart were married at the residence
of the BRIDES parents in Deerhead
township last week. The groom is a
son of G. W. Phillips, deceased, and re-
sides at Cullison, Pratt comfy, while
the bride Is a daughter of Uncle Tom
Stewart who is an old timer of Barber
county. We extend CONGRATULATIONS.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Every young woman who is contem-
plating business career should read
Practical Hints to Young Women in
Business" published in "Our Girls''
department of Demorest's Magazine
for July.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Tiger Jack" Sparks and man from
New Mexico have matched their horses
for race on the Sparks track on next
Friday, July 2. at 2 O'CLOCK. The purse
is for $50.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

A colored gentleman from abroad ar
rived In the city last Saturday and is,
we understand. still visiting in the
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

STRAYED-Three red cows, two of
which are heavy with calf or have calf
by side, all branded w on left thigh.
Finder will be literally rewarded.
Leave information at this Office. C. b.
Westcott.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Bring us some hay and corn on SUBJ
scription. Here is a chance for some
OF our delinquent subscribers to pay up.
We will allow you more than market
price for produce.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

). Nd. Doan, j. G. Garten, E. Chance
and Goyan Mills were down from Lake
City on Monday. The latter remained
over until yesterday with his brother
Sheriff Mills, and family.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Mrs. G. w. Wilson returned home on
Monday. Besides taking in the Win.
field Chautaqua she visited relatives at
Arkansas City a few days.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Z. f.. Thompson, chairman of the
committee to secure speakers and ar
range program for the mingona cele-
bration, called on Monday. He states
that extensive preparations are being
made for the event anI large crowd
and a good time IS expected.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

The merchants to see for Dry Goods,
Clothing and Shoes are Glasier g. Co.
Notice their ''ad'' to the right of this
page.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

DR.. c. l.. Sparks will occupy the Of
fee over the Citizens State Bank, re-
Gently vacated by A. L. Noble. after
July LIST.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Miss Nellie Southworth returned
home on Friday from Michigan where
she has been attending school for the
past year.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Mr.. and Mrs. Il. e. CIark's baby died
on last Wednesday morning. Funeral
services and burial occurred on Thurs
day. Cause, cholera infantum.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Miss Mettie Johnson returned home
from Winfield on Friday. She attend
ed college i'll that city during the win
ter and spring months.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Harve Wlnkler had the misfortune
to have one of his fingers cut off last
week while unloading steel rails, and is
consequently off of duty until the sore
A.ala
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Hundreds of thousands have been in
duced to try Chamberlain Slough Rem
edy by reading what 1t has done for
others, and having tested its merits for
themselves are today its warmest
friends. For sale by j. r. YoungDrug
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Attica was the victim of a big fire on
Monday night of last week. Four
buildings were completely destroyed
and the loss is estimated at fully $500.
Among the buildings consumed were
two of the principal business houses in
the town. The cause of the fire is ap.
parentl unknown.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Mrs. IL. E. Noble and children came
up from AlYa on Monday and we I'M
derstand the family will reside in the
city permanently hereafter, las they have
proved up on the Oklahoma homestead.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

A young man by the name of Huff
who is manager of the Carlisle ranch in
Valley township, loaded up on bug
juice late Saturday afternoon and pro-
ceeded to create some excitement on
the street when he was taken in by
Marshal Updegraff. After some con-
sultation he was released and sent
home, Luke Chaplin In charge.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Miss Violet Benedict was married to
Mr.. Herbert Wilson at La Junta, Col.
orado, on the 18th of this month. They
will reside in that city.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

The marriage of Henry S. Davis and
Carrie NJ. Daniels occurred at the resi-
dence of Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. c. Smith
in this city last Thursday afternoon,
Probate Judge Funk officiating. Both
reside in Elwood township. The groom
is manager of the Davis Bros. store at
Hardtner and the bride is the daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. E. 7. Daniels, horti-
culturists. They are all well known
and highly respected in the south part
OF the county. Our congratulations
are extended.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Mrs. Merrill came up from Alva on
Saturday evening and visited in the
city until yesterday when she returned
home.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

What sort of information makes a
man "well-informed?" According to
the Century, IL is the general know
ledge which gives interest to the con-
versation of a man of the world-or
women of the world" The Century
competition is apparently an opportun-
ity for people to find out how much Of
this sort of knowledge they have, or
how tauch they can acquire in a GER
tain time. Che idea is original enough,
and first prize Of $500, ought to deYel-
op good deal of activity among the
quick-witted brothers and sisters. The
Century Co. offer to send the printed
questions, without charge to applicants.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

G. q. Chandler is erecting a tele-
phone connecting between the Santa
Fe depot, the Citizens State Bank, his
room at the Grand hotel and Cashier
kunyan's residence.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

installation of officers and work in
both degrees at the A. o. U. W. hall on
Friday night, July End. A full attend
ance is desired.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

The attention Of everybody interest
ed In school work is called to the coun-
ty superlntendent's circular which is
published in full in this issue.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Mrs. A. b. Wilkins and sister, Miss
Mary Mills. went to Tecumseh, Ok, on
Monday to visit with their sister, Mrs.
T. G. Cutlip.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Woodward has just received an i'm
mense stock of Mason Fruit Jars which
he is selling cheaper than any similar
goods ever sold in Medicine Lodge.
Purchase of him and save money.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

The Willing Workers will meet with
Mrs. II. Ii. Case on Wednesday, July
7th. All members are requested to be
present.-Mrs. Wilkins, Secretary.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Geo. w. Smalley will write an article
on "The P,Nrsonal Side of the Prince of
Wales" to the July Ladies' Home
Journal, touc. ling in detail upon his
great personal popularity in England,
and the reason therefore, his love of
sports, his social du ties and diversions,
and showing him az an affectionate
son. a devoted husband, a loving father
and brother.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Riley Lake and r. E. Kathren and
families departed for Colorado last
Thursday. They went overland and
expect to be gone two months.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

Did you see the hog fencing at Noble
Il Case? 1t is just the thing and cheap
I'm price
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

The heavy weights Of Barber county
got together last Thursday afternoon,
and, according to reports, would have
made Jim Corbett and Bob Fitzsim-
mons heartily ashamed of themselves.
We are unable to give an account of
each round and owing to the fact that
we were not at the ring side with our
kodak we cannot even produce the like.
ness'es of the giant pugilists. The next
tim o they go III for honors the INDEX
will have a reporter on the grounds.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

The next meeting of the central COM
mlttee occurs On July 10th-one week
from next Saturday.
Barbour County index. [volume] (Medicine Lodge, Kan.) 1880-current, 1897-06-30

A nice boy baby was born to Mr.. and
Mrs. Jas. Mcclure on Monday of last
week. DR.. Cushenbery.