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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
Lutheran Reunion.

The Annual Lutheran Reunion will
be held at Pen Mar Thursday, July
28. An excursion train will be run
over the c. V. r. R., leaving Win
chester at 1880 and Martinsburg S:G5.
Many excellent short addresses will
be made by representative men
of the Lutheran church in Philadel-
phia and n. y. city. T. S. Senator
George Wellington, will deliver his
famous Grafton on Martin Luther,
the Worlds Reformer" Excursions
will be run from Baltimore, Washing
ton and all nearer towns. Go and
meet your friends.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A man by the name OF Lands, of
Charlestown, fell from his bicycle
while coasting down hill about four
miles from this city, on Sunday after
noon last. His wheel struck a rut in
the road, throwing him upon his head
and rendering him unconscious by
the fall. He sustained a severe cut
above the eye and was otherwise
bruised. He was brought to this city
by colored man, and took train No.
6 for his home.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
Examination Notice.

On Wednesday and Thursday,
Aug. 10 and II, there will be held in
the High school building, an exami-
nation for all those who wish to pre-
sent themselves as candidates for
teachers in the Martinsburg city
schools. Whites School Manage
ment will be used as basis for the
examination in the Theory and Art of
Teaching. c. H. COLE,
At Chairman Board of Examiners.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
RuckIen's Arnica Salve.

THE BEST SALvE in the world for Cuts,
Rruisers, Sores Ulcers, Salt Rheum,
Fever Sores, letter, Chapped Hands,
Chilblains, Corns, and all Skin Erup-
tions, and positively cures Piles, or no
pay required. 1t is guaranteed to give
perfect satisfaction or money refunded.
Price 25 cents per box. Foi sale by L.
q. Matthaei, Druggist.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
Death of Mrs. Small.

Mrs. James Small died at her home,
No. s24 w. King street, on Monday
night last Consumption was the
cause of her death. She was aged ST
years, and leaves a husband and SIX
children. The funeral took place
from her late residence on Wednesday
morning, conducted by Rev. Thomas,
of the Episcopal church. The inter
ment was at Middleway.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
F-E. BOLEY g. BRO.
National Bank Building.

Our baby has been continually
troubled with collie and cholera infan-
tum since his birth, and all that we
could do for him did not seem to give
more than temporary relief, until we
tried Chamberlain Collie, Cholera
and Diarrhoea Remedy. Since giving
that remedy he has not been troubled.
We want to give you this testimonial
as an evidence of our gratitude, not
that you needitto advertise your mer-
itorious remedy. M. Law, .Keokuk,
Iowa. For sale by Matthaei's Phar-
macy.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
Henry NJ. Morgan, editor of the

Henry NJ. Morgan, editor OF the
Morgantown Post, and leading citi-
zen of Morgantown, committed suicide
Monday afternoon by shooting him
self with a revolver The ball enter
ed the head above the ear, killing him
instantly. The cause of the rash act
was melancholy arising from i'll health.
Mr.. Morgan was well-known through
out the State, was staunch Republi-
can and the sad ending OF his life is
regretted by his large circle of friends.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
Wanted.

Agents to sell to the consumers Out
Teas, Coffees, Baking Powder, Spices,
Extracts. Soaps, Starches, Chocolates,
etc. Address Grand Union Tea Co.,
as Baltimore street, Cumberland, Md
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

About 20 colored recruits of this city
left for Parkersburg on No. 3, yester-
day. They were escorted to the depot
by the Berkeley Echo Band. One OF
the recruits by the name OF Conwell
while trying to desert, fell in attempt
ing to board a freight, and had his
hand cut off
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

~ have used Chamberlain Cough
Remedy in my family for years and
always with good results" says Mr..
w. B. Cooper of Ell Rio, Cal. For
small children we find it especially
effective" For sale by Matthaei's
Pharmacy.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Charles Green was before Justice
Martin on Monday, charged with
stealing iron from the B. & o. r. R.
Co. After hearing the evidence the
Justice dismissed the case, the evil
dence not being sufficient to hold him.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
FOR SALE!

FOUR HUNDRED Acres, in Back
Greek Valley, near Jones Spring. 200
acres cleared, balance in timber. Two
story dwelling and barn, never-failing
spring, fruit for family use Half cash
and balance to suit purchaser. A bar
gain to quick buyer. Write THE HER
AID for particulars. If
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mary Blake, the six-year-old grand
daughter of Mr. Peter Blake, was run
over by buggy at corner OF King
and Church streets, on Friday night
last. She escaped with slight bruises
and a small cut in the face. People
should be more careful in driving on
our main streets after dark.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Prof. Luscomb, OF the City Band,
was in Winchester, on Saturday. The
prof's visit there was to look
after starting the teaching OF music
IN the public schools Of that place.
The Board Of Education is in accord
with the idea and the prospects are
that Winchester will follow Martins
burg S example in the near future.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. Lewis Bell raised "Old Glory
on a flag staff in front of his barber
shop on Queen street, on Monday
evening. The Berkeley Echo Band
was present and discoursed patriotic
music for the occasion The affair
was witnessed by large crowd.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A letter has been received from
Capt. A. ]. Moore, of Company II, OF
this city, at Chickamaugua, rendering
the thanks of the company for the
donations sent to them. He reports
all the boys we'll and eager to go in
the fray.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. VIM. Miller and wife, who are
regular attendants at our market were
detained somewhat on Tuesday morn
ing by tree having blown down
across the road on the mountain.
Mr.. Miller removed the obstruction
by cutting his way through with an
ave
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Katie, the five-year-o daughter of
Mr.. James Daley. the ice man, fell
and broke her arm while playing with
a number of companions the latter
part of last week.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

officers made raid on a house OF
i'll repute in africa, in the western
portion of the city, the other night.
The house is run by Emma Volga-
mott, who was fined SIS and costs.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. Henry Laufer, who has been
assistant superintendent of the Met
ropolitan Life Insurance Co., in this
city, has been transferred to Balti-
more. Mr.. Fred Shaw, of Hagers-
town, will place man from that city
in charge OF the office. The office has
been repainted and the food laid with
linoeun, making a decided i'm prove
ment.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The night-blooming cereus is max
ing its appearance--Mt. J. Fl. Myers
had a beautiful one on exhibition at
his store on Monday night. 1t CON
tained 2 large buds.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
For Rent.

The two-story building, store room
below, with stable and corn house also
large yard in rear, now occupied by
Lewis Kogleschatz, dealer in furniture,
on West Martin street, next to Central
Opera House For information call on
O address, j. N. THATCHER,
Martinsburg, w. Va.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The city authorities are busily en-
gagged looking for leak in the water
main on Queen street, near the rail-
road crossing. The water is running
out OF the wall at that place, and the
leak cannot be located.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

$4,000 soldiers are now encamped
at Chickamaugua Park. My, what
an army Uncle Sam could get If he
needed it.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

It is likely the Winchester and Po-
tomac Railroad Company will sell or
offer for sale their line of railroad
running from Harpers Ferry to Win
chester
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A festival will be held at Green's
burg church the goth of this month,
from O'Clock a. m, till 10 p. m.
Proceeds for the benefit of Sunday
school.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Fish Commissioner Bowers and
family have gone to Woodshali, Mass,
20 spend the summer They left on
Monday, and will live in the quarters
M. Bowers offered to the government
10 use as a hospital, but which were
reused on account Of being adjudged
foo small.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

When two of our little urchins were
walking on King street Monday even
ing during a discussion about their
respective ages one was heard to re.
mark, II am eleven going on ten.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. w. H. Cunningham has an
nounced the opening of Bunker Hill
Normal Academy, at Bunker Hill,
this county. The course of studies
embraces mathematics, language,
science, music and literature.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Messr8 G. NJ Busey and G. w.
McKoWn have purchased the property
and business Of the firm Of the Nc
Kown. Thompson Company, grain
dealers, and will hereafter continue
the business at the old stand, under
the name Of McKown & Busey.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Governor Atkinson has appointed c.
l.. Zinn, OF Richie county, member
Of the board of regents of the Reform
School, and P. S. Shirley State libra
rian, vice Scott, resigned.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Our city subscribers will please
send us the number of their residences.
They will thus make it easier for the
mail carriers, and insure prompt de-
livery.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A lawn festival for the benefit of the
Reformed church, of Falling Waters
will be held in the lawn of Mrs. Eliza
beth Stehley, at that place, on Satur-
day night, July 80.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A man by the name of Gaines,
blind in one eye, tramp, was badly
beaten by a gang of the same charac-
ter near the c. V. railroad bridge, and
robbed of 81. so on Friday evening
last.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A number Of young ladies Of this
city are in attendance at the conven-
ton Of the d. of the c., in session at
Charlestown.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. William Philips has resigned
his position as driver of the Troy
Laundry wagon and has accepted a
like position with the Martinsburg
Steam Laundry. Mr.. League, who
has been driving for the latter will
take a position in the laundry. Mr..
Harry Bittinger will be the new driv-
er for the Troy.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Messrs. Small and Seibert, con-
tractore, have completed their work
on the new residence of Mr.. Robt.
Homer, near Arden.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. Elmer Harrington has resigned
his position as foreman of the Even
ing World, and accepted a position
with Thompson Brothers, job printers
and book binders.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

For sI BUSHELS OF WHEAT l will.
give ONE BARREL CHOICE PATENT
FLOUR and 90 POUNDS of FEED.
]. w. BISHOP.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The coal dump of the b. & o. near
the Queen street crossing has been
taken down. A siding will be run IN
where the dump stood.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The union picnic of the Sunday
schools of this city will take place at
Mt. Alto on Tuesday. A large crowd
will attend. The fare is 80 and 90
cents.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
East Martin street needs the {

East Martin street needs the city
law of "Move on !" 1t is disgracetul
the way crowds gather on that street,
using profanity and otherwise Great
ing sturbances, making it disagree
able tor ladies to traverse it. Our
worthy mayor pro TEN should see to
it that the loafers are kept moving.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A meeting of the Board of Directors
of the Iuwood Fair Association was
held on Saturday. The object of the
meeting was to set time for holding
the Inwood Fair. The time set was
during the week commencing Aug.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

We acknowledge thanks for several
stamp-books from the Peoples Ma
tional Bank. They are a valuable
little article.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Fannie Grove was before Justice
Martin, on Wednesday, on complaint
of Mary Clark, for making threats.
She was bound over to keep the peace
under a $50 bond.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. Thos. Rickard, Of this county,
made the first shipment Of peaches
from this city on Monday.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

On Monday J. A. Meadows was
tried before Justice Byers for mistreat.
ing some cattle belonging to Eugene
Barthlow. The Justice dismissed the
case, the evidence being insufficient
to convict him.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A new gutter has been put down in
front of Mr.. John Groves property on
King street.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

IF YOU suffer from sores, boils, PIN
pies, or if your nerves are weak and
your system run down, you should
take Hoods Sarsaparilla.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The teachers examination will oc-
cur in the high school building, on
Wednesday and Thursday, August 10
and II. See notice in another
column.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Remember the farmers meeting at
the court house, Wednesday next,
July 27.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Judge Nathan Golf has decided not
to be a candidate for u. S. Senator
from West Virginia.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

If any one should tell you it isn't
warm you need only reply: DULY"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

This week brought numerous show
ers, and they were very welcome in
deed
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Died-at his late residence near
Bunker Hill, Mr.. Andrew Daniel
Clendening, in the 7Ist year of his
age
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Now is the time the youngster says
he gets his hair wet from perspira-
tion-but swimming days accounts for
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The 18TH annual excursion of the
B. & o. Y. NJ. c. A. will be held at
Island Park, Harpers Ferry, on Thurs
day next. July IS. Speakers from
Baltimore and Washington will de
liver addresses. The celebrated or
chestra from the Central Union, of
Washington, D. c., will be present
and render the music for the occasion,
A special train leaves this city at 500
a. m fare for the round trip, 40 cents.
Returning, leaves the island at 600
u m
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Job work neatly executed at this of
fee at living prices.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The Reformed Sunday school will
picnic at Inwood Park, and the Pres
byterian Sunday school at Bedingtor.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

MANY a man is willing to die ior
his country, but he wants to INK the
date for himself.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The cornerstone Of st. Pauls Uniteo
Brethren church, Hagerstown' was
laid on Sunday afternoon last.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Women love a clear, healthy COM
plexion Pure blood makes it. Bur
dock Blood Bitters makes pure blood.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Just received a large line Of Meat
Cutters and Suffers. II. L. Doll &
Co.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

DR.. G. f. Day has moved to Wash
ington but will return to this city
every WEDNESDAY, to transact his
professional duties.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

St. Joseph's Sunday school is pic
nicing at Harpers Ferry today.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. Chas. Shaffer has been confined
to his home by illness.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mrs. Lizzie Hornor, wife OF the ed
itor Of the Parkersburg Sentinel, IS
dead, aged 45 years.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Picnics will be numerous during the
next two weeks.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A new and dangerous half-dollar
counterfeit piece has made its appear
auce
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Ask tor Drew Selby Co. ladies fine
shoes, at Fiery's Shoe Store.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The Railroad Traiumen will picnic
at Mt. Alto, July 80.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Ripe pears are coming in the mar
ket-and peaches are now plentiful.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The Mechanics Band rendered
concert in the Public Square on Thurs
day evening.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

It now costs two cents instead Of
one to send letter in this city
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. G. w. Buxton's residence, on
North Maple avenue, has been fitted
out with gas.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

The hig y. B. camp-mceting is in
progress at Inwood
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mrs. James Fulk, living near the
Big Spring, fell and broke her leg on
Wednesday.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

DR.. D. A. Seiss, d. D., L. l.. D.,
pastor of the Holy Communion church,
of Philadelphia, will preach in st.
John's Lutheran church Sunday
morning. DR.. Seiss was pastor OF
this church during theyears Of 1885,
1t will be a great pleasure to hear this
prominent divine, the oldest Lutheran
minister in the Pennsylvania Synod
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Porte Rico next--our boys will help
take it.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Mr.. J. J. Aldridge, of Cumberland,
WHO is a member of the hospital corps
of the regular army at Santiago, and
was present at the battle of July I, 2
and }, passed through this city on
Saturday en- route to his home, on
furlough. He reports the majority of
our soldiers killed was done by Span
ish sharpshooters, who could not be
discovered on account of using smoke
less powder and hiding in the trees.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

A special term Of the circuit court
was in session this week.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Ask for old ladies comforts, at
Fiery's Shoe Store.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

WANTED Active Men to Sell Safes
w on commission. Excellent OPP
portunity for good profits. Men engag-
ed in the sale of agricultural implements
and lightning rods preferred. Address
Barnes Safe and Lock Company, Pitts.
burg, Pa.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

Police. break up the swearing on
the streets.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
FOR SPOT CASH.

"ANTED FOR SPOT CASH.
w All grades and thicknesses of
yellow poplar, either rough or dressed,
also plain and quartered white oak, firsts,
seconds and commons, to inches thick
If you have anything to offer, give full
particulars as to dryness, widths and
prices. Address p o. Box 1869, N Y
City. so 2t cow
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23

WANTED-Ge Agent in each
w county, to travel and appoint other
agents. Also regular canvassers to take
orders for the best selling Books, Bibles,
etc. Write at once, giving experience,
etc. G. s. SMITH & CO..
10 Hagerstown, Nd.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1898-07-23
LITTLE LOCALS.

Dog days are here.