davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
RESOLUTIONS OF RESPECT.

At special meeting Of che vestry of St.
Anne's Church, held last Monday evening.
the following minute was ordered to be
placed upon the parish record.
In the death of Henry Augustus Now
land. we, his late associates in the vestry
of st. Anne's Church, Middletown, desire
to place upon record our deep sense of the
loss our parish has sustained.
Our deceased brother was man of rare
integrity and usefulness. For over thirty
years he served as vestTyman of this par
ish and during large part Of that time he
was its Junior warden. During years OF
health his service to the Church was loyal,
painstaking and constant, and even during
his protracted illness, her interests were
ever on his heart and his counsel was Of
great value. He was sound in judgment,
broad in his sympathies and charitable in
all things Without ostentation and with
out stint. he gave of his time and means to
the cause of Christ and His Church. Though
taken now from our sight by the wisdom
of our Heavenly Father, he will still speak
to US by his remembered example and SO
for years TO come his influence will remain
as blessing to the parish that he loved.
To his bereaved family we extend our
most heartfelt sympathy. With them we
turn, in this common sorrow, to the God
of all comfort, and with them we look for
ward in glad confidence to "the general
Resurrection in the last day and the life
Of the world to come"
By order of the Vcstery
Attest. Geo. V. Peyerley, clerk.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
CAMP TUNNELL.

Some one has blundered-either the
State authorities or the weather man-and
it is most likely to be the fellow who should
regulate the weather but fails so often. The
State militia were ordered to go into encamp-
ment at Middletown on Tuesday of this
week and the weather has been miserable
ever since. Monday night it rained; the
roads were muddy, the encampment
grounds were wet. The site of the camp is
on the inner field of Mrs. Eliza Green's
farm. southeast of town and adjoining
Silver Lake. In fair weather the location
would be fair but the only road to the
grounds is narrow farm lane three quar-
tiers of mile in length which was plowed
on Monday and became impossible by Tues
day night. Two other roads have been made
in the field and are but trife better than
the first. Delaware's militia know ere this
what it is to tramp in six inches Of mud.
Wednesday was March day with cold
north-easter, another error by the weather
man. Thursday morning at2 o'clock snow
began to fall, followed by hail and rain.
This was criminal error on the part of the
fellow who gives out theweather. So
many blunders against the comfort and
the health of Delaware's militia should
demand court martial.
On-Tuesday morning Middletown put on
holiday attire to greet the State troops.
| When the Wilmington companies arrived
on the second section of the 9:0s train they
were met by the Diamond State Band and
as they marched through town they were
greeted on all sides by Old Glory and elab-
crate decorations. The down State COM
panies came up as the second section Of the
1923 train and were just as enthusiast
caIly cheered by the youth and beauty and
patriotism OF Middletown. The boys
| marched to the camping grounds and be-
gan the erection Of their tents. There was
no dinner and no supper until abont 8
o'clock-supplies not having been received
until late. Guard duty was established
Tuesday at once and there has been less of
'the playing soldier" than any encampment
of the Delaware troops. This is perhaps
due to the fact that actual war brought the
men to Camp Tunnel.
On Wednesday Gov. Tunnell visited the
encampment and the question of re-enlist-
ment was discussed by officers and men.
Fully three -fourths Of the men expressed a
willingness to volunteer but the question Of
company officers and some other matters
about which there were conflicting views
caused some Of the men to decline re-en-
listment, at least at present. One COM
pany, K, refused because their choice for
captain in place of the present cap
tain, who cannot leave home, was de-
MED them. Criticism of the tin soldiers, =
as they have been named, has been severe
by individuals and by the press but the
critics hesitate to put yourself in his
place" There were SO officers and 495 men
and non-commissioned officers in the
camp. Of these The following number have
re-enlisted:
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30

There IS much complaint among TRAM
SCRIPT subscribers because of failure to re-
ceive the paper promptly and in some in
stances the paper is not received at all.
This is especially true of the small post
offices, near by. Postmaster Moore Of Mid
dletown attributes it in part to the large in-
crease in the mails because of the war news.
The yellow Journals" fill the mail bags
and mail messengers are overworked. The
government should increase the facilities.
The TRANSCRIPT has written-to two of the
railway postal clerks asking for any sug-
gestions to remedy the trouble, and in the
mean while would like to have reported
promptly every instance Of failure to re-
ceive the paper. The TRANSCRIPT goes out
from Middletown on the first mail every
Saturday morning aud every subscriber
should receive the paper regularly.
In spite of the inclement weather, the
lodge room of Damon Lodge, No. II, K. of
P, was comfortably filled by its friends on
Thursday evening. April 18th. The mem-
bers were disappointed in not having two
ladies, who had promised musical selec
tions, present, but an enjoyable evening
were passed. Music was furnished by Prices
Orchestra, and reel. atoms were furnished
by P. G. c., Samuel F. Marshall. and P. o..
Joseph Moreland, of Wilmington, and ad-
dresses were delivered by G.. c., o. w.
Everett, s. R, VIM. Simmons. P. G., Frank
Wooley and G. p. Samuel H. Fell. After
the exercises were concluded, adjournment
was had to the Hose House. where refresh
ments we're served. The visitors from Will
mington in addition to those mentioned
above, included, S. R., Thos. N. Foreman,
G. M. A.. VIM. N. Potter, P. c., VIM.
Berger, Jas II. Carpenter, P. C., Homer c.
Simmons, P. c., c. a.. Simmons, P. G.,
George Simmons.
Wheat took a big jump on Monday,
reaching the highest price since April 2lst,
1891, when apot sold at 81 222. Saturday
wheat sold at $1.052a1.o6, and on Tuesday
closed at S115. War excitement caused
the advance. Following is a self explana-
tory telegram from the Board of trade New
Orleans: 1--WE understood from Chicago
that rumor is being circulated that all gulf
ports will be closed during war. The fol-
lowing was sent out from Chicago:
Everything dealt in on the Board Of
Trade made remarkable advances. May
wheat headed the list with SIPS gain OF
fourteen cents since Saturday last. It sold
at $1.20 per bushel, the highest price for
May option in several years. The close was
at $1.l97c. July wheat gained 3Sc., closing
at 931c, but sold on the street Immediately
after the close at 934c Corn and oats
rose 1ac. each, closing at SAC; and 254 a24sc.,
respectively. In New York millions of
bushels changed hands. The May option
leaped to sl.l55c.. latter compared to 94B at
the official close Saturday.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
!. TOWNSEND NOTES.

Miss Mcclay. Of Elkton, is visiting Mrs.
G. Phillips.
Mrs NJ. E. Weldon has returned from a
visit to Philadelphia.
Mrs. Mary Griffith. of Dover is guest
Of Mrs. Frank Lattomus near town.
Walter E. Finley. of Philadelphia, is the
guest of bis sister, Mrs. A. L. Quillen.
Mrs. M. E. Reynolds, of Colts, is spend
ing few days with her brother, Edward
Hart.
Miss Lille Reynolds, of near Green
Spring, visited his sister. Mrs. Finley, dHr-
ing The week.
The Rev. VIM. J. Wilkie will conduct
and preach Tomorrow afternoon at 2.30 al
the residence Of Mr.. c. F. Hubbard.
Rev. Albert Chandler, p: B. Maloney,
and B. r.. Lockerman attended the State
Sunday School convention at Dover on
Thursday.
The shirt factory opened on Wednesday
morning with eighteen operators. There
are thirty-two machines and it is expected
they will all be running next week.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
Decoration Day at Gettysburg.

Il
Memorial Day, May 80, will be great
day at Gettysburg. Imposing ceremonies
will be performed on Ibis historic spot in
which President Mckinley and his Cabinet
are expected to take part
The PersonaIly-tonducted Tour of the
Pennsylvania Railroad TO Gettysburg,
Luray, and Washington. which leaves New
York and Philadelphia May %, will afford
an excellent opportunity to visit the famous
battlefield on this occasion. Two days will
be spent at Gettysburg, one at Luray, and
two at Washington
The party will be under the guidance of
one of the company's experienced tourists
agents. A ehaperon. whose especiak charge
will be unescorted ladies. will accompany
the trip throughout. Round-trip tickets,
covering all necessary expenses during the
entire time absent, will be sod at the ex-
tremely low rate of S27 from New York,
$26 from Trenton, s24 from Philadelphia
and proportionate rates from other points.
For itineraries and full information ap-
ply TO ticket agents Tourist Agent, 1196
Broadway, New York; 7S9 Broad Street,
Newark; or address eeo. w Bnyd Assist,
general Passenger Agent, Broad Street
Station, Philadelphia.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
ODESSA NOTES.

Miss Georgia Enos is visiting friends in
Baltimore.
Mrs. i. v. Aspril is spending the week-fn
Philadelphia.
Miss Ella Walker, of Philadelphia, was
in town Saturday. -
Miss Virginia Lord is making extensive
repairs to her store on Main st.
Mr. Robert HofFeeker, of Smyrna. spent
Sunday with Mr.. G. L. Townsend. Jr.
Miss Emma Eccles, of Wilmington. spent
Sunday with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. w.
H. Eccles.
Mrs. Eliza Appleton is improving her
home on High st. New fence and paint
are Frightening it up.
Miss Katie Baker, returned to her home
in Wilmington Tuesday afier a pleasant
visit to Odessa friends.
Miss Eta Rose. of Newark, Del, was at
home Sunday to see her father Mr.. David
Rose, who has been quite i'll.
Mr.. French returned TO Wilmington
Wednesday. He has been spending a
week with Geo. L. Townsend, Jr.
Miss Price, of Queenstown, Md, who has
been the guest of her sitser. Mrs. w. O..
Hurst, returned home Thursday.
Miss Martha Townsend and Miss May
Enos attended the Sunday School Conven-
tlon at Dover, on the 2s and 20 inst.
Mr.. and Mrs. Smith, of Philadelphia, re-
turned home Monday after pleasant visit
to her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. William
Rhein.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frederick H. Burgess, of
Ridley Park, were the guests of her parents
Mr.. and Mrs. WINS. Var, Dyke, on Sunday
and Monday.
Miss M. J. Doughton spent several days
of this week with Mrs. s. E. Conlyn, at her
daughters home in Easton. Mrs. Conlyn
has been quite i'll but is improving.
The steamer Clio came down from PhiIa-
delphia on Wednesday morning instead of
Tuesday night as per schedule. The Clio
will be compelled to make all day trips for
the present as no vessels are allowed to
pass the forts between the hours Of sunset
and sunrise
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
Washington.


The last tllree-day personallg.conducted
tour of the season 10 Washington via
Pennsylvania Railroad viii leave New
York and PhiladeIphia May y. Tickets,
including transportation .hotel accDmmo-
dations, and every necessary expense for
the entire trip, viii be sold at the fAlew,
ing rates: From New York. Brook u, and
Newark, $3.50; Philirsburg. N. J., s14.5o
Pottsyille, s14 80; Cape May. 1925; Phiia
delphia, $11.5O. and at proportionate rates
from other points.
Persons desiring to return via Gettsbure
may do SO by purchasing tickets at 500
extra, which include, this privilege. An
opportunity will also be afforded to visi
Mt. Vernon and Arlington at slight ad'
ditional expense.
For tickets, itineraries, aud full informa
lion apply to ticket Ggents; Tourist Agen I
1876 Broadway. New York: or Geo. W
Boyd, Assistant General Passenger Agent
Broad Street Stat 5,n, Philadelnhia.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30


The others returned to their homes on
Thursday afternoon; but IL is probable that
many of them viii be back. One officer
had promised his wife to see her again be-
fore he re-enlisted and he went home to
keep his word and he did right. Others
were like him and they will be back in q
few days.
Wallace Ho Item after serving the officers
Of the Regiment all night in the TRAN
SCRIPT Office getting out enlistment blanks
on Wednesday night enlisted on Thursday
and has the true soldierly bearing. He so
far is the only representation from Middle
town, the only volunteer.
The sun came out yesterday and all was
frightened up. Even the mud at Camp
Tunnell and on the way there had = DIFF
fsrent appearance. There has been quite
number OF visitors, considering the
weather. The Express Company has been
busy delivering boxes Of edibles TO 4the
soldier boys. Provisions have been plenti-
full In camp since Tuesday,
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
PERSONALITIES
Little Lines About Men and Women
and what They Are Doing.

AuQ tylaG l0GN ARC ASOtnte
afyou have been away on visit, or have
visitors at your home send us the news, send
1t early. What may seem OF no inierese ass w W
are always pleased to publish any items OF
personal or local mention and cordially invite
our patrons to furnish us the factsl
Mrs. Roderick. of Camden. n j., is the
guest of Miss Blanche Cochran.
Mr.. 4. G. Cox, Miss Anna Cox and Mrs.
Lee Darlington are attending the Sunday
school convention in Dover.
Mrs. Emerson Polk. of Pocomoke City,
who has been visiting Miss Helen Naudain
tor some time, returned home on Wednes-
day.
Miss Viola Ennis who has been visit
ing in Philadelphia and Chester. Pa, for
several months returned home on Wednes-
day
Mrs. John A. Reynolds is visiting her
niece. Mrs. John W. Sutphin, of Trenton,
having returned home with the latter on
Saturday last.
MI. anu mrs. OeNell f1OlteH anu Mlse
Holten attended the wedding of Mrs Curtis
Holten and Miss Ellen Dale at Pecomoke
City ON Wednesday.
MIR w. Scott Vernon, editor of the
DAILY Republican" Wilmington, was a.
mong the TRASsoRIPr callers yesterday hav-
been at Camp Tunnel.
DIR. Albert Pierson, of Newport News,
was guest at Mr.. James Warren's near
town, on Sunday last, as was also Mr.. Ed
ward Herbert, Of New Castle.
Among the soldiers boys who have
honored the TRANSCRIPT with visit this
week have been Major Theodore Town
send, Sergeant T. E. Brown, and PriVates
Donald Marshall and Harry Truitt. DIR.
George w. Marshall, who was colonel Of
the Regiment for several years, called at
the Office on his way from visit to Camp
Tunnel.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
Unclaimed Letters,

A list of unclaimed letters remaining in
the Middletown post-office which can be
had by saying they are advertised:
W. G. schley. Miss Lille Cullsy.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
NEcRoLoeY.
Nimrod French.

Msny will be the changes in our COM
munity in few more years remarked an
observant citizen who was discussing the
list of aged people in and around Middle
town. This was but few weeks since and
yet the list of those departed has added
several prominent names. The last is that
of Nimrod French who, died about noon
Sunday last aged. Mr.. French was native
of Sussex county. born September 8, 1911,
aged SO years. A carpenter BY trade he
has followed his occupation faithfully in
this town since he was young man win
ming the respect of his neighbors and the
good will of all. His wife died several
years ago. his two sons live in the west, his
daughter having been his home companion
since the death Of her mother. Interment
was had in the NJ. E. Cemetery on Wed
nesday.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
WHITE ROSE M1NsrRELs.

The White Rose Minstrels, local organ
ization Of Smyrna. gave a most enjoyable
entertainment in the Opera House on Tues
day evening for the benefit of the Y
NC. A. In the 253 paid admissions
were the elite of the town and all appre-
ciated the excellent program which lasted
from o'clock to 1890. The Lime Kiln
Club session was enjoyed, the jokes and
local hits being up-to-date and humorous.
The program was:
Introductory overture-~she is Belle"
"yer Baby is Coming to Town."
NY Boy Remember Me- j. e stevens Ss1s
Ny Coal Black Lady, H. W. y. II. Lassell
.sClimb de Golden Fence"
'T Am King Ger the Land and the Sec J,
"warmest Baby in de Bunch, ,
..... W. II. Brady
-
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
A
.nan's
Clothes

Clothes big difference
in his appear.
ance, comfort and char
acter, as a man who
learns to take care of his
clothes will usually take
care of himself. No need
to pay Zig prices these
days for Clothing, Hats,
Shoes or Furnishings. No
need to wear poor articles,
because you don't care to
spend much money. We
guarantee to give you full
value for every dollar
spent with us. in any De-
partment. You can de-
pend on the wear, style
and worth of every article
we sell you Popular
prices all through the
store. Big lines of Mems
suits at $8. SO, $l2, and
$l5. Spring 0yercoats,
$5, 81, $8, $40 and up 0
$40. Clothing for Boys
just as cheap, just as good.
Hats and Caps all sizes,
all kinds. Shoes and fur
nishings tor men and
Boys.
Open tvenings.
JAS. T. MULLIN & SONS, |
Clothing, Sixth and
Hats, Market,
Shoes, Wilmington.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
THAT WIFE OF NINE

Mr.. w. H.. Brady was encored and he
and Mr.. Mannering as end men were equal
to the best. Mr.. Starts sand jig could not
be excelIed, and Mr.. Norris violin solo
was equal to professional The Music was
exceptionally good. Mr.. FAIRIES could
make hit anywhere as q stump speaker.
Mr.. Massey as Cuban, half white and
black, received merited applause. "A Slip
perry Day was well rendered, and the
business manager. Mr.. W. D. Moore. can
safely take bis companE before the most
yoritical audiences and they viii with merite
laurels.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30

After using 10 cent. trial size of Ely g
Cream Balm you will be sure to bay the so
cent size. Cream Balm has no equal in
curing catarrh and cold in head. Ask your
druggist for It or send 10 cents to us.
ELY BROS, Sc Warren ST., N. Y. City.
I Isuifered.from Catarrh three years; it
got 90 bad could not work; used Two
bottles Of Ely's Cream Balm and ann entira-
" well; would not be Without it.-A. G..
Clarke, 541 Shawmut Ave, Boston.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
Try AIlen,s Foot.Eas

A powder to be shaken into the shoes.
At this season your feet feel swollen, nervous
and hot, and get tired easily. II you have
smarting feet or tight shoes. try Aliens
Foot-Ease. 1t cools the feet and
makes walking easy, Cures swollen and
sweating feet, blisters and callous spots.
Relieves corns and bunions Of all pain and
gives rest and comfort. Try 1t to-day
Sold by all druggists and shoe stores for
25c. Trial package FREE. Address, Allen
s. 0lmsted, Leroy, N. Y.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
Wilson p. Berry.

Universal expressions of regret were
heard on Monday because of the sudden
death of Mr.. w. P. Berry at his home that
day on Bohemia Manor. He was taken ill
on Friday and died of brain trouble.
About month ago he lost daughter,
aged nine years, and his grief it is said has
depressed.his natural happy disposition.
Mr.. Berry leaves large family, widow
and nine children. He was forty-six years
old. Interment was bad on Wednesday at
Bethel Cemetery, that beautiful city of the
silent and sainted.
w. Fl. VosheIl. Sr.
Mr.. W. H. Voshell of the cDonough
Mills was called to Kent county this week
because of the death of his father who was
SO years old and for over 40 years has
served the people at his -four mills near
Canterbury. Interment was had in Can
terbury NJ. E. Church yard on Wednesday
Mr.. voshell was the last sf large family
of brothers and sisters, and his work was
well and faithfully done.
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30
Much in Little

are a small
part of his
lifetime, but
they make a
big difference
-. L.. --o1
Middletown transcript., 1898-04-30

gDo not forget It'll We allow a
TEN PER CENT. DISCOUNT for
SPOT CASH on all our COOK
STOEES and RANGES.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-07-31
WITH QUEENS AND ROCKS.
ANOTHER INTERNATIONAL CHESS TOUR
NEY To BEGIN TOMORROW.
GENERAL SATISFACTION OVER THE RESULTS OF
THE VIENNA coNTEsT-THE NEW YORK
STATE MEETING-GAMEs FROM
THE BIG MATCH

THE BIG MATCH.
Last Monday saw the close Of the great meeting
az the chess masters ar Vienna. which for seven
weeks has held the close attention OF the entire
chess world and is now destined 70 20 into chess
history as the most hercey fought tournament on
record As already reported. tie between P.IIs-
bury and Tarrasch closed the regular schedule'
greatly 70 the satisfaction Of the public at large
the general feeling being that both players de-
served equal credit Al this writing the match or
four games 10 break the tie is being played, and
the excitement seems 20 continue even until the
last move is recorded. so evenly are the champions
matched Tarrasch the FIRST and third games
and Pulsbury the second in the week. and Amer
leans sincerely hope that the dispatch giving
the result Of the fourth game will contain news
favorable to Pnlsbury.
The Vienna tourney is hardly over before another
will be under way to begin tomorrow at Cologne
Germany under the auspices OF the German Chess
Association. II promises almost 10 rival It's pred
ecessor in importance II not In length II the
latest reports be- credited. which have II that
Champion Lasker IS chatting under the bonds OF IN
activity and proposes 10 enter the race. II this
turns out TO be 50. ne will make up Tor the
absence Of Pillshury which seems probable. There
are sufficient entries already, however TO insure
widespread interest being taken In the aHalr even
# some Of the brighter stars stay out As IL t.
Charousek JanOwski. Tschigorin Burn. BLACK
burne Schlechter Showalter. Marco and Schifers
have sent their names in. while there is little
doubt that the veteran Stenitz will also be found
among the competitors
From present indications the chess-players OF
this State with those representing Pennsylvania In
the interstate team tournament, vii have as en-
ioyable an outing n ever fell 10 the lot OF the
Caissan knights. attending the midsummer meet
ings OF the Network State Chess Association,
whose annual reunion ior this Is set down Tor
August S. at Keuka Lake. New-York.
Following Is another selection OF games from
he