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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Gales Cash store

Closing out sale. Crockery, China.
and Glassware going regardless Of
cost.
Come in and examine our prices:
they will astonish you.
a great chance to get Xmas pres
ents. GALES CAS- STORE.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
YOU CAN SEND
YOUR DOG

!. If you've got II we'll trained one
and you viii get just AZ many gro
cories for The money, good quality
and fair treatment Ms you will II you
come yourself. We are proud TO base
our claim TO your groccry-custom
upon absolutely fair and square treat
meut to one and all. We'd rather
give n little more than little less
than honest weight every time be 1t to
man, woman, child, servant or even
dog.
BREWER ~ pENuALLEGON.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Ten acres Of timber land In Gov.
Dodge's grove. viii be sold at a
bargain.
Also three small dwelling houses In
city. May be paid for In monthly In
stallments. A nice way TO secure a
home. Rent may be applied on pur-
chase price. Enquire Of j. B. Rey-
noids
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Headquarters for fresh roasted pea
nuts, fresh buttered popcorn, popcorn
balls, and strung popcorn suitable for
Nmas trees, etc,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

At the residence Of Miss Strong,
several large pleasant rooms for
housekeeping. Very convenient. Rent
reasonable
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Subject at the city hall next Sunday
afternoon at three o'clock In the after-
noon: +" The Growing Glory. Text
Rey. 9: u.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
With A Record

OF forty years In the jewelry busi-
ness and n reputation for square
dealing, and the largest stock to &C.
lect from solicit your patronage
for holiday trade. WIN. MAUGER.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

II you wish To know the secrets OF
society woman's beauty, listen to what
they say about Rocky Mountain Tea.
For sale by Eastman j. Meserole.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
MISS AGNES +. STRONG,
Teacher Of Vocal and Instrumental
Music. individually or In Glasses.

Systematic voice training given ac-
cording 70 the Italian method, by
which the best results In artistic sing
ing are secured.
Voices tried free of charge.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
1 Have the Latest

And most complete line Of Watches,
Jewelry and Silverware ever shown
in the city Call and inspect same
and get my prices. WM. MArGER.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Lamps for All.

Parlor, Library, Han, Banquet,
and Kitchen Lamps, In great variety,
at low prices at Pridcauxs Drug
Store. 14w1
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Nowadays when man goes to see
his doctor, he is promptly advised to
use Rocky Mountain Tea, For sale
by Eastman & MesGrolc,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Bring Your Baby,

And get large picture. Call and see
sample. At Wright's Gallery.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
MISS \. II. GALE,
\ big Golden Opportunity.

Remember A. G.. Dcllcr's Great
Clearing Sale continues, Prices way
down for Clothing of every des-
eription,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Instrunlentnl Music

Carefully taught by j, w. M, Alder
son. For terms enquire at residence,
oppositothe Episcopal reetory Mineral
Point Wis.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
At the New store

OF John Il. Toay YOU will find u
large stock of Choice Groceries, Fine
China Crocltery and Glassware.
Good goods Mt reasonable prices.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Remember WhciT. Buying

Holiday presents TO call on me. My
good are always Of the best quality
and up TO date. VIM, MArGER.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Plllshury's Best, Brewer Il Ponhalle-
gon sell this brand of flour, ut their
Now Palace q ash Grocery store.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Lamps, Lanterns,

Shades, Wicks, Burners, Chimneys
and Carbon Oil at Prideaux's Drug
Store. 14w7
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
j. j. Hanscom Il Co.

Can show you just what you are look
ing for in the line Of Christmas pres
ents. Call early and avoid the rush.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Inspect My Line

or Watches and Ladies Guard
Chains, purchased for Holidays.
WIN. MAUGER.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
For sale.

Owing TO advancing age oirer for
sale my residence and wagon shop In
Mineral Point, situated just tgst OF
the Parish school building,
ROBERT WHITNEY.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Read Thomas Ad,

And then call at his store and make
your selections for Christmas or New
Years presents. Bright, new stock.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
A Large stock

OF Holiday Goods just received ut
Mauger's Jowelry store,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

In fancy bindings; fancy china, pur-
ses, pocket knives. THoMA & LENA
HAN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Tho Largest stock

or Jowory for Holiday trade In Iowa
county. Prices right. WIN. MAuQER.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Mechanical Toys, Toys In great va
ricty. THoMA q LENAHAN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Ii You are Looking

For Pure Drugs, Fresh Goods and
the Most Compile Assortment, with
Prices right, you will goto PrideauS's
Drug Store, l4wt
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Special Offer

On l4xl7 Crayon Portraits until Jan.
/, 1898. At Wright's Gallery.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Itc Snre

And see oh' display Of holiday goods
the largest In city.
THoMA q LENAHAN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

From l5c TO 5oc per pound at
Spratler's
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Cream OF Wheat.

One of the most delicate and delici.
ous Of breakfast foods. Try it at
Spratler's.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Electric ucndnche Cnpsules.

Eiectric ucnuhche Capsules.
a certain Cure for all Headaches, for
LaGrippe, Neuralgia, Pains and Fee
vers, priee 10 cents. Sold only by
w, II. prideaux, Druggist. llw7
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Toys, Dolls,
Tho Very Rest Teas.

Books, games. rnoMA & LENAHAN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Price. s1.s5, a Year in Advance,
Sweaters /.
FOR
MEN. BOYS AND YOUTHS.

We have just received the finest
assortment of SWEATERS, in all
colors. y good Sweater is just the
thing for this weather.
Ours are GOOD Sweaters: good
enough for anybody.
Heavy Cotton Sweaters ,.......... soc
Boys Wooden, Maroon, Green, or
Navy .....'......,....... ..92c
Mems wool sweaters, l.50, .25 and l 90
The qualities will surprise you, they
are so good.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Don Carriages.

Cradles, Drums, Hobby Horses,
THoMA ~ LENAHAN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Toilet Gases, Cellnloid Novelties,
Albums. IHoMA II LENAHAN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
Pianos md Orpnns.

Cash or on easy payments,
j, j, HANSCoM & Co.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09

Hot or Cold, served at all hours.
Everything IN tho marhot furnished
in iN season, at the Mineral Point
Bakery Opposite rost-onlco.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
IOWA COUNTY DEMOCRAT

Entered at the Post Office, Mineral Point
Wis, as second class matter,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1897-12-09
I,nIlI Oystr,

buih VyhttFS
ut j. a. Spratler's,
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
COTTON NOTES.

High temperature and dry weather In
the cotton States. Intense heat in Louis
lana
UnEed States port receipts were 46, 317
bales yesterday, against 43.225 last year
and 3S,9l9 bales in 1894.
Liverpool futures closed quiet ait
about aast nights prices; sales. $4,000
bales. IL. ~
New Orleans future contracts declln-
cd two points: December. GIG.
Southern markets advanced 1-16c. on
spot cotton. 1900 bales sod at Mem
pitts and 5000 at New Orleans.
Future contracts in New York closed
steady: October declined two points. the
balance unchanged from last nights
prices. December, 60 to $50; Jan
uary, ia ITO 6 s.; March, 6.61 to 662
Sales. l21,9O0 bales
English consols advanced 1-16d.-
1l1TSd.
!, Bombay, InCha, receipts for past
week were 1000 bales. against 5000
bales last season.
Bar silver In London 25%d.. agains,
20 15-1ed. last year.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
COTTON MARKETS.

New York, Oot cotton easy; mid
2.460 bales; exports to Great Britain.
1924 bales: to the Continent, 3SS bales;
sales, so bales all spinners; stock, 54,505
bales. ~ .l,1 I 49, 81 Ii.AtI
Total to-day: Net ,recetbtstr4s, at7
bales; exports to Great Britain, BIAS
bales; TO the Continent, 1924 bales;
stock, 472,4T7 bales 'aaa,, or ) N&
Consolidated: Net receipts, 234,21s
bales exports to GreIt Britain, 1850
bales: to France, 1882 bales; to the
Continent, 1920 bales.
Total since September 1st: Net re-
cetp.s, 1.044.S37: exports TO Great Brit
ain, 234,033 bales; to. SF,rance, o5$T95
bales; to the Continentn,1d s.5M BaIg4
:. New York. Oct. cotton futures
opened firm: sales. 10000 bales. jan
uary. 6.54; February, 6.5S; March, 6.61;
April. 6.67; May, STE; June. SIG; October
and November, 6.44: December. $40.
Liverpool, Oct "a p. m.-Cotton.
spot fair demand and prices hardening;
American middllng! sad. Sales, IL, 600
bales, of which 1000 were for speculas
ton and exports. and included 10000
none American.
Futures opened quiet, but steady, with
moderate demand, and closed quiet.
New Orleans Dot. 7.vCotIton futures
quiet and steady; sales. 1s.400: October.
500 bid: November. s .14@6.16: Deem
Der, 6.16@6.1 II; January, 6.2o@6.21: Feb
ruary 6.25@6.26: March. 1906 80;
April, 6.3496.36; May, 6.3S@6.40
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
LAKE JOYCE PUMP COMING.

Mr.. II. b. Cooke. OF the New York,
Philadelphia and Norfolk railway. has
sent otu: tracers for the Lake Joyce
pump, and has located it. SO THAT It will
be hurried through as fast freight.
The water in Lake Lawson Is holdlng
o1:s beyond the expect aEions OF those
who are familiar with the supply.
The Inconvenience and less 10 the citi-
Zens and industries is very great and
the complaints are earnest and frequent
because of 'the lack of n supply Of wa.
ter.
The pump Is expected to arrive To-day
and will at once be sent to- the lake.
which is said TO contain thirty days
supply of water. 1T Is nS: known
whether or not the full pressure will be
resumed after DIT Is placed in running
order. ,'t .t =
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
blessing 10 the Babies Off Poor. An
EntcrprIse TINT hOuId be Fostercd.

Tho prospect IS very encouraging that
the distribution of pasteurizcd milk, devoid
OF all microblc germs. among the children
or the poor Ut nominal price. Will become
general In the large cities of the United
states. While this bcncvOlencc will he a
blessing. to the babes, our adult poDula-
uon enjoy an equally great one In the
benefit conferred by Hostcttcr's Stomac CHI
BittcrS upon persons afflicted with kidney
and bladder complaint: Danger fom
Brights .c.sease and Dialects liz surely
nverted by this admirable preventive
which is also Il safeguard against ma lar iai
fever ana. rheumat SIN. and a thorough
complaint and nervousness. Diseases. in.
significant at the outset, enlarge their pro-
poraons and capacity for destruction
tango in using this sterling remedy is,
that tt should be taken with regularity
and persistence. !,
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
INTEREsT1NG COURT BRIEFs

Deputy United States Marshall Cross
Yesterday served n warrant on A. A.
Eskridgc. prisoner In the city Jail,
charging that he used the malls for
fraudulent purposes. IT was sworn out
by w. a. McC.-cary. in Staunton, be-
fore United States Commissioner G. T..
Slpc.
Mr.. r. A. Chalmers. of Washington, a
special examiner OF the Department OF
Justice. IS in the city for the purpose OF
examining the books and accounts of
the United States Marshall and clerk
here. He Is stopping at the Atlantic
hotel.
Robert Davis, colored, was held
by Justice Tomln yesterday for the au-
thor!ties of North Carolina, where he Is
wanted for larceny. Part OF the stolen
stuff was found in his home by the To-
cal police.
Emma Hill, oolored. was arrested yes
terday upon the charge OF robbing John
Mcbride OF $50
Captain George ON. Palmers daugh-
ter's valuable watch, which was stolen
last week. has been recovered and re-
turned by Detective j. O. Pitt.
Mr.. John Barkley. of Norfolk. was
robbed ut the fair Wednesday, by pick
pockets. of a gold watch and chain and
twelve dollars.
Mrs Rachel Dazt, mother of officer
Edward East of the police force, died
at the residence of her son-in-lnw, Mr..
George Wood, on James street yesterday
morning., Ji, J.,
Thieves who tried to rob hen roost
at Bank and Freemnson street Wednes-
day night. were frightened Off
The Police Board held n meeting, We'd
nesday and dismissed policeman Pulley
fo:- 4 violation of the rules. Substitute
Michael Cannon was made regular.
and j. w. Smith. OF Atlantic City Ward
was appointed, q substitute.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
PUBLICATIONS RECEIVED.

THE COSMOPOLITAN.-Th October
number of this mcnthly Is to hand. It's
contents embrace Spanish Rule in the
Philippines" Modern College Bduca-
tion," The Battlefield Of Gettysburg"
~ Glacier Excursion in Norway"
England in India,'' "a Romantic
Wrong Doer" among Yelled Women"
and The Marquis de Lafayette and
President Monroe" Price. 10 cents.
SCRIBNElR'S MAGAZINE.-The o.
tober number Of this monthly is very In
terestng. Among its features are "The
' Wreck of Greece" Some Golf Pictures.
'The Business OF a Newspaper" THE
Man With the Bacon Rind," 1.-The Life
of College Professor" Price, Is cents
single number, SO a year.
TABLE TAL,K.-Among the maga-
zines just fresh from the press, Is the
October liable Talk" It's contents en-
brace The Fine Art or Serving EGGS"
Dishes. Dainty and Nourishing,"
"HQusekeepers Inquiries" and New
Menus and Seasorable Recipes" 1.-The
New Bill of Fare" "A Driving Tour"
"An Approved China Drink" and "Dia-
mond-EaclS Terrapin." Any of our read
ers unacquainted with the magazine will
receive sample copy free. IL they send
name and address to Table Talk Pub
fishing company, Philadelphia, Pa.
OUT1NG.-OutinE for October Is filed
with the health and freshness Of au-
tumn. The contents include: '"Tho
Cyclists Annual Frolic." THE Begin
ningS Of Fox Hunting in America"
-Four Days on the Prairie" IAN Adlron-
dack Buck" Football" SHARK Fish
ing with n Rod" Lullaby Mullen, OF
Mistial Awheel." International Tennis
of '97," "All-Round Athletic Cham
pionshlps." and the usual editorials,
poems and records.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
DOMINATED B GAS
There Was sIuap. If the Opening Of ihe
Market Of Over Three Points. |
NET CHANGES WERE VERY MARROW
The Total sales Of Chicago GINS stoek
II Was Over 100000 shnres-Thc
srnrk'ei Fell into "a stnie OF Apathy
I'm hympnihy with tho Gas stocks
Tobacco Rose Over q Point; 4 J,

, New York. Dot. THE sum and SUBJ
stance of'to-day's market may be eonl1
prised in the words Chicago Gas. The
announcement THAT the companies out
side OF the consolidation had been sold
to a syndicate representing Interests
powerful in gas On. many other cities,
caused Il slump al. the opening Of the
stock market Of over three points with
in the first few minutes OF trading.
a block of 5000 shares was the initial
sale at prices ranging from 96 ito 95.
and tho first of these was the highest
price OF the day. The stock sold at one
time as low as 923sc., the. pressure of
long stock being augmented by vigorous
Efforts OF the bears. Large blocks of
uhe stock were sold short In the interest
of the bear clique with the design of
efrecting a sympathetic decline Of the
general market The total sales were
over 100000 shares This purpose was
only PARTLY successful, and before the
termination OF .the first hour the shotts
we're covering hastily, and prices Of
many estocks, the high priced Indus
trials being conspicuous. rose over a
poiEt. The market declined again un-
der removed pressure on Chicago Gas
and for the balance OF the day fell
iri.o condition of almost total apathy
= iS OlISIlIR OF STOCKS al Une
low level were apparently exhausted
but It was equally apparent that buy
ers were net readN.to bid mp prices to
a ipoiTt hShat would invite sales I'M any
quanthy. The announcement that
Sl,0000 900 more of gold had been ensag-
ed for import to New York was wlah-
out apparent effect Gather on the stock
market, the money market OF the ex-
change market. London was a buyer
TO a small eHteHlt ON balance. Net chan
ses are very narro&i Iii almost all cases
and are distributed between gains and
losses. Consolidated Gas and LaClede
Gas lost lEQ1M, respectively. in SYM
pathy with the weakness in Chicago
Gas. New York. Chicago and St. Louis
second preferred declined az. Tobacco
rose over point az did PfU,sburg, c..
=. Z: and ST. l.. and Metropolitan Trac-
ton gained point
The changes in the prices of bonds
were Slight and the volume of dealings
was small. Total, sales, ISL 200, o0o.a =. 4
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
NoRToIK vJRGJNIA N:g FRIb Az sogToBERSss1s .lE
; 81 NO. sllsgsaasSa9: I.

IL Il saqlstf sss etsss Is
Cut aMeats--ouiet: picked bellies. 6h
gse:; sRiaklea =ghonldersa .6hc.; picked
Lard-TEasy; Western team.. $4.70: Oe-
tobet. $460, N ominal. Refined, weaker;
Continent s5.16;s comp rs 947sc. II
I. Pork-Easier; old mess. 7S.75@9.25; new
mess s9.60D1o.00; short. clear, 10000
1900; family. 10o@12.Oo. te:s4i *, u
enthusiastically Western creamery. IA
@22o.; DO. factory, s013e.; ElgIns., 22cy:
initiation creamery, 12916c.; State dairy,
BOISE: do, creamery Hoppe. "'i"'S
@181sc. ..r t,ti5
Sugar--Raw, quiet; fair refining. 8
5-16c:s centrifugal SO test, 1908 E15-1sc.
Refined; Steady. :, g s "a q,
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
A Flag of Warming.
A GRAND Jury CAS-

Beware OF the dry, tickling, hacking,
morning cough. for it warns you that
consumption turks near. The famous
DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup will cure it.
II had very bad cough. One doctor
pronounced it consumption. I used
Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup and was COM
pletely cured; the cough left nc and
has never come bacl1. Simon smasal
375 Slst Street, Chicago, Ills" DR..
Bulls Cough Syrup costs but Is cents
Ask for Bull's, take only Bulls.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
Something to Know.

1t may be worth something to know.
that the very best medicine for restoring
the tired out nervous system to a
healthy vigor Is Electric Bitters This
medicine Is purely vegetable, acts by
giving tone to the nerve centres in the
stomach. gently stimulates the Liver
and Kidneys, and aids these organs In
throwing off impurities In the blood.
Electric Bitters Improves the appetite,
aids digestion and Is pronounced by
those who have tried 1t as the very best
blood purifier and nerve tonic. Try It.
Sold for soc. or sl.00 per bottle at Bur-
row. Martin & Co.'S Drug Store.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08
"a RATHER QUEER CONDUCT, IF
TRUE 's,tft.s .st.

Wednesday night strange man en-
tered the store Of Nlr. NJ. Isentots, on
County street during his ebsence and
demanded 20 cents OF his wife She
told him to wait until her husband came
On. AT this he began curslnE and abus-
ing her. so she says. An officer passed
and was requested to take the man ont,
which he did. and carried him to the
corner and let him go. In n short time
he returned and did the same thing
He was taken out the second slime and
aet go. Yesterday Mr.. Isentutt report
cd the matter to the chief of police
who reported 1T to the Mayor, who will
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-10-08

Inc revival meeting is growing In in
terest at Chestnut Street NJ. E. church.
several conversions have been made.
The Item In the local stating that The
Virslnian had a news box at the bakery
bank.
Mr.. George Dashfelrs little child ,s
very sick, with typhoid fever. .....ry -a,'.
MT. z. NJ Ferebee, OF Elizabeth City,
arrived In town yesterday and Is stoD-
psng with his sister. Mrs. WI Berkeley.
on Chestnut street :
The Main Street Christian church held
their last quarterly conference last We'd
nesday evening and elected delegates, to
the annual conference. which meets at
Bethlehem, near Suffolk, the last of this
month.
Mr. George Briggs is quite sick on
Main street
Mr.. l.. N Wood, who has been visiting
IN elizabeth City, returned home this
week. ~
Mr.. e. +. Gregory. an employee of Mr.
r. T. Duncan, on Liberty street EXTEND
ed. Is very sick with malarial fever.
good many improvements are going
on IN the town. The principal streets
are being paved and planks laid on
those that are not. Foundations for
new buildings are beng laid continually,
The case against Max Legam, for cut
ting a white boy. when was to have
come before the Mayor yesterday morn
Ing, was laid over until this mornsng,
as the witnesses were not present
Mr.. Charles Gibbs is having his house
on Pine street repaired.
Mr.. Willie Sykes Is very sick at his
home. on Clifton street
The Carolina, n French bark, Is under
going general repairing ut w. A. Graves
railway.
The tug Commodore Duryea, which
was sunk this week by the City of Ches-
ter Is being repaired al J. l.. Thomas
railway.
The Democrats held a meeting last
night at MT. j. e. Etheredge's Office,
on Chestnut street.
Capt. John G. Wallace. OF Wallaceton.
Is visiting Mr.. ]. A. Wallace. in Mont
liant avenue.
The Nellie, of Norfolk, and w. e
Browns barge No. 2 are being repaired
at l.. c. Jones railway at foot of Main
street.
The J. Aivah Clark and the Piedmont,
the Southern railroads tugs, are I'M
dergo!ng repairs at c. ]. Colonna's rail-
way.
Miss Pauline Larrabee, principal of
Ryland Institute, left yesterday morn
ing for Suffolk
Mrs. w. 3. Anderson. associate prfc,-
opal of Teyland Institute, Is very much
pledSeu Win 1ne enrolment and pro-
gress Of her school this season. She
says the number on the roll Is much
larger than last year this date. and the
pupils are doing very nice work
"A large number Of the Christian En-
deaVorers held a prayer meeting at
Capt. Pete Shorty's, of Montlant last
night and su:-Ised him with a pound
ing. The old man Is very Ill and chances
are against his recovery
RAT1FHClaTToN MEETING.
A joint meeting Of Hickory Ground
and Pleasant Grove was held at Hickory
Ground to ratify the nomination of Mr..
j. E. Cole yesterday. Mr.. s;lnderlin
acted as chairman snd Mr.. Balm as
secretary. and the following were the
speakers: J. L. Cole, VIM. Nick. Wood
house. Judge George d. Parker. George
Jones and Mr.. Woodsen.
Mr.. Etheredge. stated that large
and enthusiastic crowd Of ladies' and
gentlemen were present and the ground
was spread with O large barbecue, and
every one present enjoyed the day in
the highest degree.