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Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
TESTIMONIALS TO PROF. sPA1D.

HOPES THE ROUND TABLE WILL BE CoNTIN-
UED NEXT YEAR.
At the close of this school year we be-
lieye there has been an advance along all
lines of educational work, that the schools
have done better work than ever before.
In accomplishing this the Educational Col
umn of the TRANSCRIPT has done share
which is by no means unimportant, and
we feel that the thanks of the teachers are
due Mr. Spaid for the efforts which he has
made to give them suggestions and advice
to help them in their work.
A local educational paper, which under
stands the needs of locality and points
out the way by which Improvements can
be made becomes to the teachers of that
locality of as much practical value as one
in more general circulation. We hope that
Mr.. Spaid next year will be able to continue
the work which he has begun and that the
teachers may make more frequent use of
the opportunities which the Column af
fords for expressing themselves upon school
matters. There is not progressive teacher
in the county who has not worked out for
herself devices and means whereby she is.
better able to import knowledge to her pu-
pills. Such teachers should make use of
the columns to give to other teachers of
the county the results of their experience.
Everyone would like to visit at least once
a month some school to see how other
teachers are doing and what new ideas can
be gained This is one of the best ways a
teacher has by which she may improve
herself. But it cannot always be done.
In fact it is very seldom done. The next
best thing is the idea suggested above. Next
year let US all try to follow it out
TEACHER.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

THOSE more holy than thou reg.
ular Republicans kicked vigorously
against bringing politics into town and
school elections; but they never were
consistent, for last week they by COM
bining with Democrats turned down
Hon. John Henry Hoffecker for school
commissioner in Smyrna after twenty
years continuous service. Like all
rogues they cry stop thief loudest-
Milford "Chronicle" of July I'd.
Without any definite information on
the subject we venture the assertion
that not Regular Republican" vo-
ted against Mr.. Hoffecker. We refer
the matter to the "Smyrna Times" for
a decision. Such assertions, without
foundation in truth, have been persis-
ted in by certain parties merely for the
sake of prejudice. 1t has had its effect
and to-day the Republican Party OF
Delaware is divided almost hopelessly
If nothing but truth had been told-if
the Republicans Of Delaware could
disabuss their minds of all political
falsehoods relating to the party in the
State then might the party be united.
win the ''Times" speak Of its know
ledge upon the matter raised by the
''Chronicle." I" We are willing to abide
its decision.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

REPUBLICANS must pay taxes
there is no escape. Some of our Demo
cratic friends, those who vote the tic
ket from principle and not for spoils,
are allowed the same privilege ~ In
st. Georges hundred this year all such
are permitted to pay 20 3-5 per cent.
more tax than last year. The econom-
ical Levy Court, which saves by cut
ting off appropriations to reformatory
schools, needs more money; the road
commissioners, who contend for the
office as choice prize, add over fifth
to their tax bills. Some few whose as
sessments were reduced will not find
their bills increased by this per cent
age, but he is a rare dUis who is Re-
publican and pays less taxes than last
year. And the honest Democrat will
find himself in the same category with
his Republican neighbor; in the opin-
ion Of ''the boys'' be being only it to
pay taxes and vote. 1t will be fhund
that very few have had their taxes re-
duced-this is government by DEM
ocrats in the interest of the Office
holders and their following. Who can
gain say itP
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
WANAmAKER,s.

PHILADELPHIA, Monday, July S, 1897
Commencing July 10th store will
close at 1 O'Clock on Saturdays dur
ing the summer.
Very exact is the Wanamaker
news.
Thousands, tens of thousands,
read the daily store news-and be-
lieve it. Few really know how
much care the advertiser takes to
have the news exact. Statements
as to sizes, prices and general char
aeter of goods are only accepted in
writing. Then he looks at the
goods. Doubts as to an article be-
ing all-wool are settled by boiling
the fabric in acid.
Price reductions are based on
what same or equal goods are SELL
ing at, here and in other stores
and guess-work has no part in the
determining. Then he writes the
story, has itset in type for the easier
reading, and submits the product to
the man who bought the goods.
Errors of statement, price or loca-
ton must be noted. Then proof is
read again and the revised copy, in
printed slips, is sent to the news
papers, where three proof-readings
are given it; and the telephone is
used any time up to midnight to call
for help out of a tangle. Sometimes,
after all, mistakes occur. Not often.
And this is the first time we ever
told you what a firm basis exists
for your belief in the Wanamaker
advertisements.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
CURRENT EVENTS.

General Weylor has been recalled from
Cuba by the Spanish Government.
Senator Harris, of Tennessee, who has
been i'll for year. died in Washington on
Thursday, aged so years.
There is the promises of splendid wheat
crop in the United Safes and of short crop
in the rest of the world. This is the precise
condition which in 1891 followed the pas
sage of the first Mckinley Tariff act and
filed the country with prosperity that Nc
Kinley claimed the credit for. 1t will be
luck for Mckinley if the farmers in 1893,
as in 1891, shall beab le to sell their wheat
and pay their debts and IN SO doing bring q
shower Of gold into the country.-Philadel'
phia "Record."
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
LITERARY NOTES.

Y f
IN Buff and Blue" is the title of a book
by George Bridges Rodney which came in
dainty binding from the firm Of Little,
Brown and Company of Boston. 1t appetk
to Delawareans from the fact that in the
form of romance it tells much of Della
wares part in the revolutionary struggle.
The scenes pass quickly before us. the in
terest is not allowed to flag, and the story
has sufficient merit to please the readers Of
light fiction. The author seems to have ta-
ken pains to study carefully the historical
facts which form the background Of his
narrative and he writes with pleasing
style which will commend his work to his
readers. He is son of John H. Rodney,
Esqr.. of New Castle.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

Half Rates to Toronto via Pennsylva-
MIA Railroad on Account of Epworth
League Convention.
For the Epworth League International
Convention, to be held at Toronto, Canada.
July Is to Is, the Pennsylvania Railroad
Company will sell special tickets from all
points on its line to Toronto and return at
ate of single fare for the round trip. These
tickets will be sold and good going July IA
and Is; good to return, leaving Toronto
July "a, 1897, and will be good only for
continuous passage from Toronto on date
stamped.
For further information apply to ticket
agents.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
In taking leave Of Prof. spaid, ant

In taking leave Of Prof. Spaid, and
we hope with the teachers who have
been 90 much benefited by his instruc-
ton and efforts at the Round Table
that it is but for the summer vacation,
we wish to express our appreciation of
the work done around The Round Ia
bic. We can endorse most heartily the
testimonials of Teacher" and these
two though in no way connected with
his school are we'll acquainted with his
work in general. The special work in
the TRANSCRIPT has been profitable
not only to teachers and older pupils
but to the general reader. Much valu-
able information has been given. 1t
has been good to sit around the Round
Table.
The specific work done by Mr.. Spaid
in behalf of all the children of the
State, and for years in the future, was
his presentation of the educational in
terests Of the State before the Consti-
tutional Convention. Not all he sought
but much was gained and there is hope
that Delaware may yet have school
system. II has none worthy of the
name to-day. There are schools in
small towns in New Castle county
which by their special acts of incorpo-
ration are independent Of the Superin-
tendent, and the teachers in some OF
these schools in the State are not al
lowed to attend the Institutes or only
for a part of the time. For years Others
have been knocking at these doors OF
educational ignorance and prejudice,
for much of it is the education Of years,
and the methodical rappings of Prof.
Spaid are of a telling and permanent
character. In behalf Of the members
OF the Round Table and of the TRAN
SCRIPT we thank you, professor, for
your labors in the cause of education.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
OLD SUSSEX.

A few peaches of the Amsden variety are
being shipped from Georgetown.
George Fl. Draper has purchased from
Joseph E. Holland lot on Causey avenue,
South Milford, and will erect fine brick
residence thereon.
A New Yorker has succeeded Charles w
Whitley, Jr., of Delaware as consul at St
Etienne, France. Mr.. Whitley is the par
ticular friend Of Gov. Tunnell, residing al
Lewes, and served one term as Clerk of the
Orphans Ceurt and Register lin Chancery
before he was appointed consul.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
Low Rates to Rehoboth and Ocean

The Philadelphia, Wilmington and Bal
timore Railroad Company announces q
special excursion to Rehoboth and Ocean
City on July %, 1897.
In order that families may. avail them
selves of this opportunity for full days
pleasure at either of these popular resorts
the rates have been SO greatly reduced as tc
place the excursion within the means of
every one.
A special train will be run on the schedule
given below, and excursion tickets, good
only on the special train in each direction
will be sold at rates quoted.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

THE tariff kill passed the Senate on
Wednesday by vote Of 35 to %. 1t is
now being considered in conference
and there are prospects that it will be
reported in week for final action.
When it is passed the prospect is that
business will improve.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
A summer INTERESTING times
E-I;1.;4 E ~ up on the third floor,
EAlliUit Market street side.

EAniDil Market street side.
The housewares man has on show
such a collection of handy things
for summer as will delight every
home e-keeper and be encouraging to
those who'll be housekeeping by
and-by. 4
The exterior of a summer cottage
is shown; piazza and yard full Of
contrivances you'll be interested in.
Nearby, skilled hands are making
ice cream with the Wanamaker
freezers. Yes, indeed; take a taste
of the ice cream.
More than a score of ice tools are
shown-and big cakes of coldness
are there to try them on.
And next, four kitchens. Gas
stoves for the cooking, with more
things to cook in and more helps to
cooking thanwe older housekeepers
had to start with-that's certain.
Athletics is the rouge of the day.
Conveniences that lessen drudgery
will tend to longer hold the bloom
on the cheek of mother.
Weaker and Wiserl That's libel
Gus. Wiser certainly is each gen.
Grafton in adopting toil-saving helps.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
Total. .127, $50

Another thing in connection with the
fruit in the neighborhood of Chestertown.
The trees are he althy and have never been
effected by the "yellows."
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

The purpose Of education is to give to the
body and the soul all the beauty and all
the perfection of which they are capable
Plato
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
plants for sale.

Coleus, Geraninms Moon-aower, and
those Big Chrysanthemums. Now is the
time to plant
RIcHAnD CLAYTON,
Cass Street, Middletown. Del
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

The general problem of education is tx
develop children as imperfect beings int
perfect ones. aristotle.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

Man cannot become man, save through
education.-KGnt.
The masters of education hold in their
hands the future of the world.-Leibnttz.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

The time has come to say goodby to the
members of the Round Table for whom ]
have the greatest regard. know that my
efforts have not been of the highest order,
but can assure all that I did my best un-
der the circumstances Some of the mem
bers wrote me that they were too busy to
give me any assistance To those would
say that perhaps they will allow me to give
the same excuse for my short comings,
Not few of the teachers know how much
1 have had on hand, and some of these busy
teachers gave me the assistance 1 desired
thank them most heartily.
Now the happy vacation days have come
and we all need rest. l wish every one 9
most delightful time. whether at home
reading some good book under the deaf
old shade trees, or at some summer school
fortifying the intellect for another. winters
siege.
To the Editor ofthe TRANSCRIPT wish
also to say that have greatly appreciated
his kindness, and know all the Knights oi
the Round Table will join me in saying
that such interest manifested in the teach
ers causes and to feel most kindly toward
him.
To everyone who has read these columns
and trust the number has been large
wish you success, all sincerely hope that
all will stand by the public schools.
Yours truly,
A. r Spain
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
Excursion Rate
to
Reho- Ocean
Train leaves both.
Exc Rate to

z Returning. leave Rehoboth 5.4Op. M,
Ocean City 800 p. m.
Children under twelve years Of age, one
half the above rates.
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10
Teachers
Round Table
Conducted by Prof. A. R. sPA1D, Highlands,
Delaware.
All teachers and friends of Education
in New Castle County and the
teachers of Kent and Sus-
sex are inylted to take
seats.

IAN persons who take an interest in this
column should send their names and address
for enrollment.1
Middletown transcript., 1897-07-10

Shoes for SUCH shoe values do
Women no. come 70 otliel al
ana NAeh still, the shoe chief
works day after day to continue the
0zn
jtk(El5
II II
unusual values. He knows shoes
and feathers and shoemakers =
knows how to have shoes both
slightly and comfortable-and Wan
amaker shoes wear best.
WOMEN'S BUTTON AND LACE
SHOES, in the prettiest of brown
kidskins; very latest shapes; the
soles welted and stitched by the
Goodyear process.
Value, $500
Price, $1.0O
The same fine kidskin is used in
the WOMEN'S BICYCLE BOOTS.
at S2.25
Both black and nut brown.
Women's Bicycle Boots of brown
duck with fine kidskin foxings; soles
welted and stitched. Full height,
stylish boots at
S1.OO
We haven't seen better from any
other store'at So.
MEMS SHOES
Four leading toe shapes in these
French patent leather shoes at
$3.50
Just such shoes as we sell regularly.
at So and $500.
Summer SOME cheaper than
RIack ever; some better than
Goods you've known at equal
NOOuS price which makes
them cheaper, too.
At 25c Figured All-wool Eta
mine. Early price soc.
At 25c- AIl-wool Challis.- Stand
ard stuff-but better than ever.
At 5Oc-All-siIk Grenadine:: a fa-
vorite.
At 65c-I.upin's All-wool Etamine;
regularly s1.25.
At s1.25-45 in. All-silk Grena-
dine; reduced from $1.5O.
At $1.5O-45 in. figured Satin
stripe Grenadine; reduced from
50.
At $2-45 in. All-silk poIka-dot
Grenadine; reduced from $2.75.
John Wanamaker.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-12-08
CHARLOTTESVILLE.
Compliment to Pianist-Church
Officers Elected.

CHARLOTTESVILLE VA, December
7.-(Special) THE body of Mr.. r. l.. Har-
low, whose death occurred Saturday at
the residence Of his father, in this city,
was taken Sunday afternoon to his
grandfathers, Mr.. James Harlow's. near
Effort church, for burial. Mr.. Harlow
was % years old
Miss Eula lamar, daughter of Mrs.
lamar. of the Albemarle Female Insti-
tute, has been invited to participate in
the concert to be given in Steinway Hall,
New York, next June. The invitation
comes through her teacher Professor
Irsay, who has given frequent concerts
in New York. as well as in many Of the
larger cities Of Europe. and is recog-
milton on his part OF her skill. as a
pianist.
Mr.. Henry b. Miller, of the Chesapeake
and Ohio railway, has been confined 10
his home, on Belmont avenue, nearly
three weeks with inflammatory rheuma-
tism, complicated with other troubles.
The official board OF the Methodist
Church held its first meeting of the con-
ference year last evening, DIR. w. E.
Edwards, the newly-appointed pastor
presiding. Considerable routine business
was transacted, and the following church
officers elected: James f. Harlan, presi-
dent: c. ID. Carter secretary; James. f..
Jarman, assistant secretary; j. II.
Thomasson. treasurer; Miss Mary Ster-
ling, organist; T. w. Elsom, chorister.
The following gentlemen left this af-
tefnoon for Richmond, 10 attend the ses-
sion Of the Grand Lodge Of Masons:
Judge r.. 4. w. Duke, j. b. Wood, Wal
ter Dinwiddie, ID. w. Burnley, r.. III.
Wood. Il. j. Williams, w. T. Jones, and
John G.. Martin.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-12-08
THE COHEN co
WILLIAMSBURG.
A Freight Wreck on the c. q o.
Personal Mention.

WILLIAMSBURG, VA, December T.
Especial. "A wreck on the Chesapeake
and Ohio road a few hundred yards east
of the depot this morning delayed the
west-bound passenger train about three
quarters of an hour The trucks Of a
box-car. in the middle of a freight train,
broke loose, causing the car to jump the
track and tumble over on its side, scat
tering merchandise on the ground. The
ties for fully 800 yards were badly cut
and crushed
The freight train was in charge Of Cap
tain w. j. Binford, and the track was
cleared within a remarkably short time,
considering the difficulties in the way.
The train was a very long one, and was
loaded with cotton and general merchan-
disc bound for Newport News. The sec
tion-hands. under Section Master Smith,
soon had the track in such condition as
to allow the passenger trains to get
over in safety.
a large number of persons from here
and the surrounding counties lett TINS
morning for Richmond. many of them
ins the interest of either Judge Smith or
Mr.. Ro. T. Armistead who are the lead
ing candidates for the county judgeship.
This contest is exciting great deal OF
interest among our people, and the re-
suit is awaited with much anxiety by the
friends of the gentlemen named.
A letter was received to-day by Clerk
Geddy from Judge Benjamin 7. Gunter,
who is sick at his home. in Accomac,
saying that a special term Of the Circuit
Court would be held here next Tuesday,
the 14th. by Judge Prentis, of Suffolk.
Judge Gunter writes that he is sorry he
cannot hold it himself, but hopes 10 be
able to hold his spring term without in
terruption. 1t is thought that Judge
Prentis will get through with most Of the
docket by Saturday evening, which Will
enable him to return home on the eve
ming train.
Mr.. John G. Williams, from Edenton,
n. c.. has been here for several days to
look after his plantation on the York
river. Mr. Williams is IS years of age,
and remarkably well preserved for one
of his years.
Sheriff NJ r. Harrell, ex-Postmaster
Archer Brooks. Judge Sydney Smith.
Major j. +. Hubbard, of York; Misses
Ida Faulkner. Marie Marshall, Edith
Smith. and Ella Moncure were among
those who left for Richmond this morn
Ing.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-12-08
IS IT A TRIFLE?
THAT COMMON TROUBLE. ACID
DYSPEPSIA, OR SOUR STOMACH.
Now Recognized ms IA Cause OF Sc
rious Disease.

Acid dyspepsia, commonly called heart
burn or sour stomach, is a form OF indi-
gestion resulting from fermentation OF tne
food. The stomach being too weak to
promptly digest IL, the food remains until
fermentation begins, filling the stomach
with gas, and bitter, sour, burning
taste in the mouth is often present. This
condition soon becomes chronic and being
an everyday occurrence, is given but lit
tie attention. Because dyspepsia Is not
Immediately fatal, many people DO no.
thing for the trouble.
Within a recent period a remedy has
been discovered prepared solely to cure
dyspepsia and stomach troubles. Ii Is
known as Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. and
is now becoming rapidly used and pre-
scribed as radical cure for every form
of dyspepsia.
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets have been
placed before the public, and are sold
by druggists everywhere at 80 cents per
package. 1t is prepared by the Stuart
Company, Marshall Mich, and while II
promptly and effectualy restores vigo-
rous digestion, and at the same time Is
perfectly harmless, and will not injure
the most delicate stomach, but on the
contrary, by giving perfect Digestion
strengthens the stomach, improves the
appetite, and makes life worth living.
Send for free book on stomach Diseases,
by addressing Stuart Company. Marshall
Mich.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-12-08
THE COHEN CO
cpAyITE-IRoNwARE,

just now.
a-ouart saucepans. 25c.; S-pint Coffee-
POTS. loo: Oblong Roasting-Pans, Do:
3-qnart deep Pudding-Pans. lOc;; ~
quart Dish-Pans, 25c.; s-inch Jelly-
Cake Pans for &C.; Large W Mas, i BaIins'
75c.: Large Fry-Pans &c. 2-duart Iea-
Kettles. Usually 60c for Soc.
TINWARE.
Large Silverine Walters, 1Oc.; Ralsln-
Secders, 12c.; Large Japanned btedu
Boxes 25c.; Lawn Tennis Egg hlps'
lie. each: 5-Ring Egg PoaeheGs' &C.; ~,
Size Ham Boilers. l9c., l2-Burner
Upen-Front Gas-Stoves for $3.50; Nom
Breakablc Steel Fry-Pans, 19c.; l5-lnch
Galvanized-Iron C0al-Scuttles for 16c. !;
Large Ash-Sifters. &c. each.
WOODEN TOYS.
Large Doll-Chairs. loo. yelocipedes
$14S TO $l.9S-ail sizes; Shoot tne
Chutes." $125: Shoo-Flys, 5oc. 70 $50;
Doll-Carriages, 25c to $3.50; Solid OAK
Writing Desks from Csc. TO $40; Chll-
dren's Rocking Chairs. 25c. to So;
Tricycles. s. size, $.25; 50 size, S.yS;
Hobby-Horses, CSC. to &9S; Black
boards from 45c. TO S2'o1; MhSeip and
rows, large sizes. for lOc. each, ana
many others.
GAMES.
Largest Size Game of Klondike. S2c.;
Parcheesi, CSC; United States Map
Puzzle. 75c.; War in Cuba, $50; IAN
kee Doodle, Soc; Prisoner of Ienda,
81: Century Rum CSC. Pegity, 4Sc. :;
Chivalry, Sc; Pot Of Gold, 25c.; Bar a
NUNS Show. 81: Hold the Fort. SOC. !;
Tiddledy Winks. Sc: Cut Up History,
25c. Locomotive Picture Puzzle 29c' |;
Pillow Dex, 20c.; Newsboy, DC !;
Steeplechase, 1Oc.; Go-Bang, l5c., ana
hundreds of others at prices lower
than any house In the city.
IRON TOYS.
Large Sleigh with Reindeer, N.S0'
Brownie Patrol, Soc: Brownie Dog
Cart. 17c. Large Iron Trotting-Wagon
79c.; s125 Iron Ox-Cart, with driver,
for T5c.: Nckel-Piated Cap PISTOLS o
and 10c.: Large Acme Mlk-WaSons,
with two horses, for 81; Nickel Plated
Cooking-Stoves, 5oc.; Steel S Saes,
with large horse, for CSC; SOC. C0mbl,
marion Banks, &c: Four Wheei
Coaches. with horse and driver, We;
Large Cannons, &c; Brass Canhons
75c.: Chime Bells, on wheels, Tor SJc''
sell elsewhere for Coo.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1897-12-08
Death of Mrs. $. McKenny.

The following is taken from the Ports
mouth Star, OF December 9Th:
Mrs. S. McKenny, mother OF Mrs.
NJ. A. ODwyer, and grandmother of Mr.
w. l.. O'Dwyer. travelling freight agent
of the Merchants and Miners Tr1ns-
portation Company died at her residence
cog London street, Sunday evening, after
an Illness of three months. Mrs. Nc
Kenny has been q resident of Ports
mouth since 1889, having removed from
Richmond In that year. She was most
estimable lady. beloved and respected
by all who knew her. Funeral services
will be held at residence at 3 o'clock
Tuesday afternoon"
Mrs. McKenny was resident OF Rich
mond for over half a century. and during
that time made many friends. who will
regret to learn of her death.