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Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Through the solicitation of the pub
lie, | declare myself a candidate for
the Office of Supervisor for Pungo-
league Magisterial District, and if
elected, do positively promise that l
will discharge the duties of the office
on economical principles, for the best
interests of the people.
Respectfully,
FRANK II. SToCKLEY.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
To the voters OF Lee District

The announcement is hereby made
that / am candidate for the Office of
Justice of the Peace i'll said district,
and with the promise of a faithful
and conscientious discharge of the
duties of the Office, if elected, re.
spectfully solicit their support at the
coming May election.
GEO. n. TRowER.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
To the voters of Pungoteague cleo.

To the voters of Pungoteague cleo
tion district:
| take this method of announcing
myself candidate for the position of
Constable in this district at the en-
suing May election. If it shall be
the pleasure of my fellow citizens to
elect me to the position of Constable
| promise a most earnest, dillgent
and faithful discharge of all the
duties appertaining to the position
to the best of my ability consistent
with discretion and an answering
obedience to duty. Respectfully,
WIN. l.. DRUMMoND.
Pungoteague, Va, Feb. 1G, '97.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Having learned that Mr.. Spencer
E. Rogers positively declines to be a
candidate for re election to the Office
of Supervisor for Lee district, l yield
to the request of numerous friends,
and hereby announce myself a can
didate for said office, Tor the next
term, subject to the action of The
democratic party as to primary nomi
nations, should any such action be
taken. If elected 1 promise a faith
full discharge of the duties of the
office. Respectfully,
ALFRED j. LILLIsToN.
March is. 1897.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NorIcE-The undersigned has for
sale the following varieties of straw
berry plants: Tennessee Prolific,
Lady Thompson, Bubah No. 3, and
Meeks Early, each at $500 per thous
and-also Hoffman at 81 90 per thous-
and-all true to name. Jno. j. Hop
kins, louisville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NoTIcE-Franklin G. Lewis, Hun
ting Creek, is selling dry goods, no
lions, groceries, corn, &c, at very low
prices-also shingles and cypress lum-
Der. He is agent for the gasoline
boat, which leaves his wharf every
Wednesday and Saturday for Balti
more, carrying passengers, freight
and merchandise both ways at very
low rates.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
To the voters of Lee District

y vi HIS@N
take this method of announcing
myself candidate for reelection to
the office of Constable in said district
at the coming May election and will,
if again elected, endeavor to dis
charge the duties of the office faith
fully and efficiently in the future as
in the past. TANK &. kELLAM.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Address w. L. Elzey, Exmore, Va,
for prices and testimonials of his I'm
surpassed slip seed OF that wonderful
sweet potato, The Improved Big
Stem jersey" and see what others
say of them. Try them and be con-
WINGED of their earliness, productive
ness and other good qualities. 1t will
pay you.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

To the voters of Atlantic District:
l hereby announce myself a can
didate for the office of Justice of the
Peace for said district, subject to the
democratic primary.
LEVIN T. BUNTING.
Belinda, Va, March 30, '97.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
March IS, 1897.

To the voters of Atlantic District:
T take this method of announcing
myself a candidate for the office Of
Constable and promise, if elected, a
faithful and conscientious discharge
of the duties of the office. Soliciting
YOUR support, l am yours, very re.
spectfully, e. THOMAS Ross, Sr.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For SALE-A boat, 1G foot keel, 10!
feet over all, built in Wankegan, Ill.
This boat has two rigs-cat and sloop
with awning, and air tanks forward
and aft; built of white cedar, copper
fastened. She is the ablest and best
boat of kind in Virginia. Will be
sold very reasonable. Call and see
her. Elliott Johnston, Wachapreague
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
10 the voters of Pungoteague Mag
isteriol District

After much solicitation from many
friends and long elaboration on my
own part, announce myself can
didate for the office Of Justice of the
Peace for this district If elected, |
pledge myself to perform the duties
of the Office to the best Of my ability.
Where my duty leads l shall follow.
Yours truly,
THOMAS B. Ross.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

In d letter to the manufacturers
Messrs. Davis & Buzard, of West
Monterey, Pa, say: "Chamberlain's
Cough Remedy has cured people that
our physicians could do nothing for.
We persuaded them to try q bottle
of it and they now recommend it, as
do the rest of u.s. For sale at S5 ard
so cents per bottle by Blackstone "
Bell, Accomac G. H., Va, and w. IL.
Parker, OnancocE, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Notwithstanding purchased all the
oyster rocks from Charles Byrd,
formerly belonging to Major Barnes,
all persons are hereby forewarned
from trespassing thereon under full
penalty of the law. Isaiah Johnson.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
= re e for III
RACE.

Entries FIR the free for all
pace and trot. mile heats, best 3
in 5, for Eastern Shore horses
have closed. The race will take
place on the Fair Grounds, near
keller, Wednesday, May Goth
The entries are as follows:
w. G. West, Whitefoot, re-
cord 2:36.
J c. Orwell, Regulus, record
2:25.
J. E. Roberts, j. R.. record
Joe Guy, Little Guy, record
]. R. Bull, Lamp Girl, record
2:35.
First horse to receive so per
cent. of all entrance money,
second horse to receive 90 per
cent of gate receipts, third horse
to receive 25 per cent. of gait
receipts, fourth horse TO receive
Is per cent. of gate receipts.
Race to be called at l O'Clock
sharp.
National Trotting Association
Rules to govern.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
To the voters of Lee District

10 UIIG VUVtI > UI I1CC r7IStI IOU
Notice is hereby given that | am a
candidate for re election to the office
of Justice of the Peace at the ensu-
ing May election, and will, if elected,
discharge the duties of the Office in
the future as in the past TO the best
of my ability GEO. f. PARKER.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

At the request OF my friends, I an
nounce myself candidate for the
office of Supervisor of Pungoteague
Magisterial District, promising in the
future, as | have done in the past, to
discharge the duties of the office to
the best of my ability.
r. g WISE
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NorIcE-The jack known as Jake
kilrain, the largest one that has ever
been on the Eastern Shore, stands ut
my house. Term, $3.50 to insure
mare with foal. W. Is. Mapp, Maps
burg, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NoT1cE-All persons are hereby
forewarned from trespassing on my
land on Guilford Greek or elsewhere,
by crossing same, landing on my shore,
maninoes or otherwise tres
passing under penalty of u prosecu-
tion to the full extent of law.
Thorogood Mason.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

HoRsEs-Have just received an
other lot of good, sound, cheap
horses, suitable for all purposes and
kind in all harness. Anyone in need
of this kind of stock would do we'll to
call on me- Il. II. Nelson.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

FOR RENT-For the year 1898. my
farm near Onancock, at present oc-
cupied by John Young. Money rent
wanted. Apply to L. w. Bagwell,
or John S. NAPLES, Onancock.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Observation-Disclosures Compan
ion, cook book compiled by Miss
Bessie Gunter, can be bought at
ENTERPRISE office, or w. T. Wise's
drug store, Onancock. Suitable for
Xmas presents and all the proceeds
from same given to charitable pur-
poses.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

| take this method of announcing
myself candidate for the Office of
Constable, for Pungoteague magis-
terial district, at the May election.
Those who support me, may rely on
me giving my entire time and atten-
ton to the duties of the Office, as |
shall not engage in any other bust
ness or pursuit, but devote my whole
time to the interest and service of
people. Respectfully,
JIM BOB BULL.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Mrs. Samuel SCamm, of Loganton,
Pa, bore her thirty four years of
suffering with courage and fortitude.
Her trouble was rheumatism in the
knee. In consequence her limb had
become so stiff that she could hardly
walk. Mr.. Stamm is a wellto do
merchant, and had spared no pains
or expense to relieve her, but with
little success, until one night when it
grew so painful that she could hardly
endure it, he persuaded her TO try
Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The effect
was magical. The first application
relieved the pain, and its continued
use has removed all stiffness and
given her the free use of her limb
once more. If you have friend who
is troubled with rheumatism insist
on their giving this remedy a trial.
You can do them no greater favor,
as it is sure to give prompt relief, and
if they are little patient it will
effect cure For sale at 25 and 90
cents per bottle by Blackstone &
Bell, Accornac G. H, Va, and w. H.
Parker, Onancock, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NoTIcE-Round potatoes and corn
delivered at Kendall Grove and
Machipungo stations-corn $3.50 per
barrel. Robinson Nottingham, ST.,
EastYille. Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For RENT-For 1898, my farm near
Tasley station, ut present occupied
by l.. Thomas Liliston. Resources
abundant. Mrs. g. f. G. Garrett,
Accomac G. H., Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NoT1cE-I forbid all persons from
hunting on my land with gun or dog
either in my woods or on my farm.
Any one caught will be prosecuted
to the full extent of the law. l. w.
BapWrll.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NoT1cE-Came to my place Novem
Der last, n dark brindle heifer. No
mark. Owner please come, prove
property, pay charges and take her
away. Vim. X. Young, Modestown,
Va, March II, ~.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

NoTIcE-Several thousand dollars
t. lend on real estate in amounts not
less than $500, at conservative valua-
lions. II. b. Quinby, Onancock, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For SALE-Two sorrel mules, sound
and good workers to all harness, Z
years old and weigh from 800 to LOCO
pounds each. Geo. C.Watson, Oman.
cock. Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For SALE-Light Brahma eggs at
30 cents per setting of 10. My stock
is well known. Alice NJ. Johnston,
Wachapreague, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For RENT-For the year 1898, my
farm in GUSTS Neck, at present oc
cupied by L. O. Watson. Share rent
wanted. Apply to Thos. f. Floyd,
Onancocl, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Mr.. Otey, of Virginia, has intro
duced bill in Congress to promote
agriculture by payment of bounty
on agricultural products, such boun
ties to be paid by a special form of
export certificates, payable on de-
mand.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
Parksley, Va, March II, '97..

At the request of many friends. /
announce myself candidate for the
office of Supervisor for Atlantic dis
trict, subject to the democratic prim-
airy, and if elected, do promise that l
will discharge the duties of the office
to the best of my ability.
HIRAM BRITTINGHAM.
New Church, March 9th, 1897.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For SALE-Lady Thompson and
Michael's Early strawberry plants at
81 per thousand. No charge for pack
ing and delivering at Keller Station
in lots of 1000 or more. S <. Martin,
Harborton, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

WANTED-An elderly lady to take
charge of Il family Of four. 81 Tur-
lington, Fair Oaks, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
Business Locals.

For SALE-Improved big stem Jer-
sey slip seed at prices to suit the
times. F. g. Tull, Assawaman, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For SALK-Big stem Jersey slip
sweet potato seed, at 20 cents per
bushel E. d. Waddy, Accomac O..
H., Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

1t is proposed to cultivate cotton
plants in the Capitol Square at Rich
mond. Register of the land office,
Col. John w. Richardson, has made
arrangements to present this novel
sight to northern visitors to that
park He also proposes to set out
tobacco plants in the same place.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For SALE-Horse and buggy. APP
ply TO a. J. Reamy, Modestown, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

WANTED-An elderly lady to man
age my storeroom or pantry. Good
wages, duties light. Apply to j. A.
Jarvis, Taylor House, Eastville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Rev. E. NJ. Peterson. D. D., pastor
of High Street Methodist Episcopal
Church, in Petersburg, is critically
i'll, and is it not thought he can sur
vive but short while. DR.. Peterson
is one of the Oldest and most promi-
nent members of the Virginia Metho-
dist Episcopal Conference.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

For SALE-5OO barrels of corn at
$3.50 per barrel, delivered ut Ayreville
landing. a. Hamilton, Eastville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
PUBLIC AUCTION
OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE
Near Fihney's Wharf,
Accomac County, Virginia.

By virtue Of a deed Of trust,
dated July LIST, 1891, executed
by Isaac T. Wright, to me as
trustee for the benefit of John
Il. and Charles 2. Finney, and
now of record in the clerks
Office of Accomac county, Va.
and by direction Of said John T.
and Charles ?. Finney, l will
sell at public auction, to the
highest bidder, in front of the
Grand Central Hotel,
AT ONANCOCK,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
VIRGINIA NEWS.

General William r. Terry, q brave
Confederate, who by gallant service
on the field at Gettsyburg won the
stars of a brigadier, passed away at
his home, in Chesterfield county, Sun
day morning at s o'clock.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
jenkins Bridge, Va March 3, 81.

Tony fellow-citizens of the Eastern
Shore of Virginia:
Through desire to represent the
counties of Accoluac and Northamp-
ton in the Assembly of Virginia, and
believing that could represent the
interest of the people of the Eastern
Shore in manner that would prove
highly beneficial to their welfare and
prosperity, l humbly and respectfully
beg leave to announce myself a can
nidate for the Senate of Virginia
promising you, my fellow-citizens, if
chosen as your representative, l will
endeavor to have legislation enacted
that will mete out justice to all and
partiality to none, that | will use un-
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, |
desire to state that am in favor of
any mode OF nomination that may be
adopted by the democratic party.
Very respectfully,
JOHN h. REV.
Parksley, Va, March II, 81.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

If you want a goodfarm fence
of woven wire put up at 374
cents per rod (16! feet, or de,
sire to buy a machine to build
same with, call OF write to
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

To the voters of Atlantic District:
l announce myself a candidate for
the Office of Constable for Atlantic
district, subject to the democratic
primary; if nominated and elected,
will discharge the duties OF said
Office to the best of my ability.
Respectfully,
BENZ. +. GROTON.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
WIN. S. RICHARDSON,
Manufacturer of
ICE OR Fam,
MARION STATION, Nd.

Anyone interested in the pur-
chase of Ice Cream will find it
to their interest to write me be-
fore buying elsewhere. My aim
is best goods and will compete
in price with other manufacture
ers. Send me your order.
Parties living on the border OF
Pocomoke sound can, if they
prefer it that way, get their
cream by boat. l will deliver
it at my oyster house for them.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

The supporters of Mr. Ellyson for
the gubernatorial nomination say
they are carrying off the honor. In
fact, some declare that he cannot be
beaten. These people are very much
gratitied with the manner in which
the local democrats are rallying to
Mr.. Ellyson. Some of his old-time
in local contests, men who
have often fought him bitterly, are
now giving him cordial and active
support in his present aspirations.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03
CASHVlLJE''
C0BuE'I'
BAND

The Cashville Comet Band is
ready to furnish music on all
occasions Special inducements
to churches. address
GAsHyiLLF CORN3T BAND,
Cashville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Gen. Peyton Wise died at his late
home in Richmond Monday morning
shortly before II o'clock. Deceased
had been in very bad health for the
past four months and his death had
been expected for the last week.
The lifetime of General Wise COM
prised period of tifty-eight years.
He was born in Accomac county, in
1899. His father was Tully r. Wise,
and his mother Margaret ID. p. Wise,
Il sister of Gov. Henry A. Wise. His
father and mother were cousins.
y series of incendiary attempts to
burn the city Of Portsmouth, which
have been made several times each
night for the past ten days, culmi-
mated early Sunday morning in
Il destructive contlagration, which
wiped out several blocks, entailing a
damage of 100000 1t started in
Whitehurst Hall, a large two story
dancing hall, on Glasgow street. The
flames quickly communicated with
the buildings adjacent to the hall
and everything in the block was
burned. In less than 20 minutes
after the fire had been discovered
ablaze, the sparks had been carried
across three blocks to St. Paul's
Catholic Church, and in a few min
uteS the editice was wrapped in
flames.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1897-04-03

Keller, March Is, '97.
The advocate., 1897-03-24
me Kansas CIty Crlttenden Mission.

The Florence Crittenden Mission
and Home at Kansas City is doing a
great work. During the past year the
attendance at mission meetings in
creased from 1851 in April to 1884 In
February. In December the attend
snce was 1896. The conversions at
these meetings numbered 1920, Of
whom 887 were men and 2SS women.
AT the home 1870 girls have been re-.
ceived. OF this number 103 were con.
verted, while 81 are still In the home.
The work of this mission and home is
of a Gommendsble character 1t is
being carried on at quite an expense,
amounting to large sum. The insti.
tuition has no stated income, but de-
pends on the will offerings Of the peO-
pie for It's support In its work Of
reclaiming fallen women. That 1t is a
very worthy institution and that it is
producing very satisfactory results
cannot be doubted.
The advocate., 1897-03-24
story Of a Repentant Dog.


This little dog tried to make amends
for his sins. But unfortunately, he did
not do it in the best way, although he
did the best he could. A story comes
from New Haven about black spaniel
that distracted feather duster from
his owners house, and while playing
with it tore out all the feathers. The
dog after being shown the featherless
handle, was given severe whipping
with it. He then disappeared, and about
an hour afterward walked bravely into
the house with a brand new duster in
his mouth. He walked up to his mis-
tress and meekly deposited the new
brush at her feet BY the mark on it
she saw that the dog had stolen it from
neighboring fancy goods store.
The advocate., 1897-03-24
How to Get Bid Of Hedge Fence.

A correspondent of the Breeders
Gazette answers the question thus: "If
the hedge is either Osage orange or
blsCkthorn cutting will not be suffi-
cient. We have seen hedges cut in
August and the brush burned on the
stumps in the effort TO destroy the
roots, yet they sprouted the following
spring. If grubbing is resorted to 1t
must be thoroughly done, The work
is made easier by removing the brush
and then with strong plow and three
horses turn three or four burrows from
the hedge before grubbing. After that
plow deep and harrow well before set
ting the fence,
"We once had to destroy a few rods
of an old hedge and we plowed as deep
and as close as we could before grub.
bing In the fall and plOwed again in
the spring and cultivated the hedge
row one year in potatoes and had
trouble with sprouts. If the hedge
row is plowed and grubbed out this
winter and then back .furrowed in the
spring and narrowed we'll and sowed
In grass and clover before setting the
fence the row will be in better condi-
tion and less trouble to keep clear Of
weeds.
"If G. G. w. can do without the
fence a year and cultivate the hedge
row a year in corn or potatoes and
then back.furrow, harrow we'll, and
SOW down to grass and clover he will
have an elevated and clean fence row
where Usage will not likely sprout."
The advocate., 1897-03-24

Information About the Presidents Cabinet
A Washington correspondent fur,
nishes some interesting items about
the Cabinet of our Presidents. The
first Cabinet, that of Washington, con-
sisted of five members. The Secretary
of State was paid $3,500 year, and
the others $4,000 each. War and navy
formed one department, and there was
no Department Of the Interior or of
Agriculture. The FIRST increase in the
number of Cabinet officers was under
President Jefferson, who had Secre.
tary of the Navy and Secretary Of
War, instead of the two offices being
one. The number remained at six
until President Tsylor's term, when a
Secretary Of the Interior was added.
Just before the close of President
Cleveland 8 first term the Department
Of Agriculture was created. Prior to
that there had been Commissioners of
Agriculture. The salaries of the Cab
met officers have been increased from
time to time, until now they are $1,000
per year each. During the first three
or four administrations of the United
States the Cabinets were not composed
exclusively of men who agreed in poll.
tics. Washington's administration was
kept in state Of turmoil by the disa-
greements between Hamilton and JEFF
fersOn, until finally the Cabinet was
broken up. Madison, John Adams
and Jackson had much trouble with
The advocate., 1897-03-24

their Cabinets. Madison had seven
teen men In his Cabinet during two
terms; Jackson had nineteen, and
Grant had twenty-one. 1t has been q
rare thing for a Cabinet to remain
without change through an entire sd.
ministration.