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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06
Local Items.
CASTORIA
For Infants and Children.
The Kind You Have Always Bought
s ss..s IL: .. 1s<xza6EM

Recently Mr.. G. L. Stocksdale, Of New
Windsor, desiring to close an alleyway
alongside his residence, placed gate across
the eatrauce. This was promptly removed
by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows,
whose property is contiguous. Matters ap-
paren,ly rested in this shape for awhile when
rail fence was built along the entire outer
line of the alley, effectually fencing in the
building belonging to Frank j. Devilbiss, and
closing out the tenants of the Odd Fellows
building. The Odd Fellows again removed
every yestige OF the obstruction.
ATTEMPTED HIGHWAY RoBBERY.-On
Wednesday morning of last week, shortly
after daybreak, as Mr., ]. T. Waescbe OF this
place, was driving his huckster team along
the mountain road about two and one.half
miles west OF this place, he was startled at
hearing the word "halt" come peremtorily
from either side Of the road just ahead OF
him. Upon looking up he found taat two
men. partially hidden BY large rocks and with
masks over their faces were covering him
with their revolvers. At the sound of their
voices his horses stopped. One of the men
said to him: surrender: throw up your
hands," Mr.. Waesche was unaImed and he
looked one of the men steadily In the eyes
during what seemed to him to have been
some minutes, when he coolly said: "Weil;
I'm not going TO do It," He spoke to his
horses and they started. The highwaymen
evidently believing that they had caught him
unarmed, they stepped out from behind
the rocks and advanced toward the wagon
repeated over and again: stop or I'll shoot
you" but being cool enough TO observe that
although pointed in his direction. the revol
vsrs were aimed above his head ard he did
not stop. One of them then fired and one
of the horses being very nervous animal
"she went up into the air and came down
running" as Mr.. Waesche puts it. He urged
the other one and passed the men at a gal
lop They fired as many as d half-dozen
shots, but they were either very poor marks
men or hoped to cause run away and
smash-up, thus catching their man, as not
one Of their shots struck the wagon. He
saw no more of them after he passed them
and drove on to Mr.. F. N. Wilhide's, the
first house about a half mile further on.
The above is recognized as sequel to an
incident of the night previous, wheu three
young men at or near midnight, passing
along this road, saw a light near where the
above occurred. Upon approaching the
light the young men saw two men seated
near fire and they were engaged In max.
ing and fitting on masks. One of the mum.
berguardedly approached the two men and
got 30 distinct a view of their faces that he
10 able 10 positively identify them.
We are told that certain two men are
suspected but their whereabouts 10 unknown
they have not been apprehended
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

STRANGE. report ofthe Vanderbilt
Fair wedding says the wealthy bride re-
NAMED heart.whole until she met Mr.. Van.
derbilt. What an odd coincidence that
among the thousands Of handsome, well bred
but moderately rich young men Of her &C.
quaintance not one Of them succeeded in
making her heart 60 pit a.pat, but the Will
lies ways we're winning
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

tE- DENTISTRY.-Dr. E. B. Seton
will open his Dental Parlor in the Masonic
building above L. d. Kelly's store, after Apr
Is, and will do all kinds Of work at moderate
prices. Stpd
~ 60 TO W. A. LYNN'S for Homo
Cured Bacon, Hams, Shoulders. Sizes and
Lard. Also Flour and Feed. apr6 II
WANTED; TO HIRE-From April lat.
at good wages. man who can be handy at
all work and knows something about gard
eninc. Regular work every day.
mchestf Apply at THE CLARION OFFICE.
tB- A Full line of W. W. Brushes just
received from factory,
AT ROOTS,
B- Ifyou want good syrups try our 30
and 40 cent grades,
AT ROOTS.
tB Mems heavy shoes a $l00 per pair
best you haye ever seen fer the money,
AT ROOTS.
tN- Just received fine line Of table dam.
ask see our prices,
AT ROOTS.
B- Carpets, Straw Mating, OIL Cloths,
Window Shades, &c.
mch1G,f AT ROOTS.
tY- FOR RENT-The property Of Mrs.
John w. Seton; an established boarding
house. Apply to
CASSELL s. WATERS,
mchl8tf Thurmont, Md.
~ COUNTRY BACON WANTED AT
mchstt ". A. LYNNs.
B- FOR RENT.-7.acre lot on avenue
in rear of depot. Also pasture lots for rent.
mch16tf CHAS. SHIPLEY,
tY- FOR SALE.-A good Hand Broom
Machine in good condition.
feb sstf JOHN W. LYNN.
~ WHITE WASH LIME ALWAYS
on hand at Coal Yard. ...
June s,f ]. W. CREEaER.
tE- CHANGE OF AGENT.-The under
signed announces that he has been appointed
agent for the Mutual Fire Insurance Com.
pany of Carroll County, vice John Jones, re-
signed. WIN. ]. BLACK,
Jan98tf . Thurmont. Md.
B- FOR SALE OR RENT.-My prop
erty at Thurmont, on easy terms, or will
rent for one or more years. Appiyto
MRS. D. l.. SETON,
1918 N. Gilmore g..
iane6tf Baltimore, Md.
tE- FOR SALE - One Buggy and a
Jaeger, regardless Of price.
iu3Otf g. B. BROCKLEY, Thurmont.
w FOR RENT.-From April list, the
dwelling on Carrollst. opposite warehouse,
now occupied by MIR. Brockley.
mar9f b. M. BlhELY'
tB PIGS FOR SALE.-Th undersigned
has large lot of we'll bred pigs and shotes
for sale.
mch9tf. DR.. WIN. 8. MCPHERSON.
vXTANTED-SEVERAL TRUSTWOR
w thy persons in this state to manag-
our business IN their own and nearby cOune
ties. tits mainly Office work. conducted at
home. Salary straight 5000 90 a year and
expenses-defnite bonafde, no more no less
salary. Monthly $75. References Enclose
self addressed stamped envelope, Hei bert E.
Hess, Pres't, Dept M, Chicago.
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WANTED!.

Reliable man for Manager of Branch Office
I wish to open in this vicinity. If your
record is o. K. here is a good opening
Kindly mention this paper when writing.
A. I. NORRIS, Cincinnati, o.
illustrated catalogue 4 cts. postage.
mch96t.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

BANKS GALoRE.-While IN the industrial
world, trusts are swallowing the smaller
concerns, In the Frederick county world Of
finance, business is beng infinitely suodivided
Within few months, three new banking
institutions have been organized, two at
Myersville and one at Woodsboro, while it
is announced that Mr.. Legore will start q
private bank at Legore, and It hiss been ru.
mored here for several months that a Nation.
u Bank project Is being discussed.
When they get fully under way, will 1t be
in order for some big banking trust to Tin
corporate" them all?
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

WIFI L1fO CNhNSI VIVA AN
of Neau York, December 3lst, 1898.
Totalincom during he
year I,4i4,44q47
Total Expenditures dur
ing the year I,iot3S4'so
ASSETS.
Real Estate 100000
Bonds and Stocks owned by
Company I,ooo,64s.oo
Cash in Office and in Bank s7,oo56a
Bills receivable 7o,a73.43
Agents Deb: balances 6,9eao7
Interest and Rents due 1880
Net amount Of uncollected Pre-
miums, not more than 3
months due I,ss,as6:o7.
Gross Assets I,ss3.ao96o
Deduct Ledger Liabilities a,oeS37 I,sslM ga
Assets not Admitted
Securities deposited in various
states for the protection OF
Policy-hodersin such states
(market value) 36,aoooo
Liabilities in said states 33,o3o.n
Surplus over said Liabilities 3,i6oso
Total a..e2 g
Total admitted Assets I,5s4,aSl al
Liabilities.
Net amount of unpaid losses Isa6as.ao
Total unearned premiums o9S'aio93
Amount reclaimable by the in
sured on perpetual Fire IN
surance policies, being (o Io)
per cent of the premium or
deposit received 93tso
Salaries, Rent, Expenses, Taxes,
Bills. Accounts, Fees, etc,
due or accrued 100000
Return Premiums I4,oo4.oo
All other liabilities, viz; Con-
tiugepcies 100000
Total amount Of all LA
biIities .sossz.;zs
$4,000 20
Capital stock paid up aoo,ooooo
Surplus as regards stockholders 44s,4o9 %
Amount of policies In force in
United States on 3Ist Dec,
;. 1903 7I4,as4,I3s.oo
Amount of policies written in
Maryland during the year
1898 4s9,2o3oo
Premiums received on Mary
land business in 1893 4,o72.7S
Losses paid in Maryland dur.
ing 1898 $3.50
Losses incurred in Maryland
during 1898 oSa'9S
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

Mackley Bros. have lately bought Of Mr.
J. W. Creeger, the building occupied BY
them
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

I The Rocky Ridge lovefeast of the German
Baptist brethren will be held on Saturday,
Nav 18Th. IN ..-.- ..g. H.. ....,t.'
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06
Don't Neglect Your Liver.

OOht NcBA0ot hVUH AS"'
Liver troubles quickly result In serious
complications, and the man who neglects his
liver has little regard for health. A bottle
of Browns Iron Bitters taken now and then
will keep the liver in perfect order. If the
disease has developed, Browns Iron Bitters
will cure it permanently. Strength and
vitality will always follow its use.
Browns Iron Bitters Is sold by all dealers.
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EDWARD HEWES,
ATTORNEY-AT- LAW.
Frederick, Md.

Milton G. Urner. Clayton o. Keedy
Hammond Urner.
URNER, KEEDY & URNER.
Attorneys and Counselors at Law
and Solicitors in Chancery.
VIII attend promptly to all Law. Equity and
Testamentary Business.
~ OFFlcE.-Record Street opposite
Court House. Frederick, Md. APPS
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Il was rather stiff breeze into which the
jaunty Easter bonnet was launched on Sun.
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Co. C.; :: ,|;'A;';;z!;z;;;;<' 4: '''''
ATTENTION.

The Undersigned wishes to notify those
holding lots lii the U. B. Cemetery that he
will carefully attend and keep in condition
lots In said cemetery for the sum Of 30 cents
a wear. He will also fill and put in proper
shape lots for those SO desiring, at reasonable
charge.
JOHN A. STULL,
West Main street.
augiStf Thurmont, Nd
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Financial Statement.
CORPORATION OF
TIL MONT.
For the year ending April 10th, 1899.

RECEIPTS.
Cash on hand Apr. 8, 1897, 491
Uncollected taxes 1895 & ~ 227.99
Tax Levy 1893 $500
Interest Collected 638
Dog Licenses 100
Receipts from Town Hall 9160
Receipts from Fines, &C., 1900
.s.-. 121718
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

The Alumni Association of the Thurmont
High School will meet at the High School
on Tuesday, April l4th, at $50 p. m. ---
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

Welt We had green Christmas and
white Easter; thunder storms In January,
February and March and snow storm on
Easter Sunday. What varieties may we not
anticipate for the summer monthss sss
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

vXTANTED-SEVERAL TRUST WOR
w thy persons in this state to manag-
our business IN their own and nearby coune
ties. tie mainly office work conducted at
home. Salary straight $9oo.o 90 year and
expenses definite bonafide, no more, no less
salary. Monthly $75 References Enclose
self addressed stamped envelope, Hei bert E.
Hess, Pres't, Dept M, Chicago.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

tE FOR RENT.-From April list, the
dwelling on Carrollst. opposite warehouse,
now occupied by MIR. Brockley.
mar9tf 3. M. BlhELY.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

rB- PIGS FOR SALE.-Th undersigned
has large lot of we'll bred pigs and shotes
for sale.
mch9tf. DIR. WM 3. MCFHEhSON.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

ARBoR DAy-In accordance with the
terms of joint resolution passed by the
General Assembly Of Maryland at the Janu-
aiy session of 1894, Gov. Lowndes announ.
ces by proclamation the setting aside Of
the fourteenth day Of April, 1893, as "Arbor
and Highway Day"
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

Some one set the mountain on fire on Sun
day and Monday last, just above Mr.. Ship
leys observatory. It was put out before 1t
spread to any extent. With strong north.
west wind, some of the houses at the base OF
the mountain would have been in danger.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06
Business Locals.

tB- DENTISTRY.-Dr. E. B. Seton
will open his Dental Parlor in the Masonic
building above L. d. Kelly's store, after Apr
10, and will do oil kinds OF work ct moderate
prices. 2tpd
~ 60 TO W. A. LYNN'S for Homo
Cured Bacon, Hams, Shoulders. Sizes and
Lard. Also Flour and Feed. apr6 tt
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

X- FOR SALE - One Buggy and
Jaeger, regardless Of price.
iu3Otf @. B. BROCKLEY, Thurmont.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1899-04-06

BENZ. Shockey, ]. F. Zullinger and J. NJ.
Newcomer have purchased of John Rinehart
a tract of31 acres of mountain land adjoining
Penmar Park, and will lay it off into lots
and cottage sites. These gentlemen expect
to erect large hotel along the Penmar road.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13
TEMPERANCE BITS.

III habits gather by unseen degrees.
As brooks run rivers, rivers run to
seas.
have never known a lazy man or
selfish man or a coward to earn mar
tvr's crown as a Recommendations
Advocate.
No prohibition law anywhere, how
ever poorly enforced, ever failed TO give
enough Of benefcent result to justify
it's Observation-Disclosures Advocate.
"Good citizenship" means conflict
rather than repose; the activity OF men
rather than the seclusion OF hermlts;
battling with public iniquity as the
eyer-implacable foe of good govern
manifestations Advocate.
The question of expenditure upon
stimulants in the Belfast union lnhrm'
nry Qreland) was brought up by Ut
l. Stewart, a guardian. before the board
Mt a recent meeting. DR.. Stewart Is
medical officer of the Jail. and said they
could do without stimulants there, bu'
in the workhouse they spent j. l'3oi
npon them. The infrmary committee
reported that too many patients were
Getting stimulants, and that some were
Getting too much. They recommendee
That there should be considerable re
duction. ard that in future fewer enron
ic cases should be put upon the list fo'
stimulants.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13
TEMPERANCE AND LONG LIFE.
In the Light of Facts 1t Has Come
to He Realized That the Two
Go Hand In Hand.

The Sunday school story OF former
days was hardly considered complete
unless it taught that tile good die
Young" The climax OF the writer's
skill and of the readers sympathy CEN
tered about the deathbed OF some an
,yelic Eva, and scarcely question was
raised, but that this was as it should be
70 make literature true to life.
1t is true there is something lncon-
yruous in sending hero or heroine
out into the future unprepared. But as
a matter of fact, though in those days
of piety did not include Temperance III
all things" and the ascetic lives usually
portrayed were quite sanctltled III many
things, and the stories were therefore
true to life as it was, yet they were
mite imperfect in their obedience to
the natural laws of God. 1t they
had been in harmony with all the
laws of life, it would have been
contradiction of cause and en-
feet to have portrayed the early demise
Of the good. For. we now know with Il
certainty that the abstemious' tenn
perate, pure, obedient, righteous NE
will not be the shortest but the longest.
This scientific fact has by no means
gained a thorough foothold in modern
literature, and great many gooo
Christian people still have lurking I'm,
nressiou that no amount OF physIcal
care will keep the large-eyed' overly
wise. unselfish child out OF Heaven uh-
til maturity. Quite forgetful OF the
plain Gospel statement: 1T is not inc
will of your Heavenly Father 1hat one
of these little ones should perish, they
also fail to match this with 1.-The DIVINE
whisper. of to-day" prevention Ano
especially when the inevitable is ou'
the reaping of their own sowing II Is
but natural that parents should o'
greatly relieved by an appeal to ProVi
,]ence. This may sound severe, but Il
| il not true? As it becomes more ap
parent that intemperance is not mercy
= matter about which we are to pity INT
inebriate and scold society, but thlns
that applies to all our eating drink
mo and living, it is evident to all intel
l;gent people that long life is largely
matter within our own control.
To the modern world, the problem o
longevity should not be matter o
magic or mystery. With our presen
knowledge along the lines of life SCI sc.
ence, the average term OF human III
ought to be both greater and NOR
definitely known. Without attempting
20 wrest from Providence the destiny o
man, we may yet determine the approx
mate length of life in any gwen cas-
nv the immutable laws OF cause ana e,
feet. To say, as many do that we WI
all die, anyway, when our time comes
is 10 express both skepticism ana ST
ne,s,i1ion. As if it made no d'fferene
whether we obey the divine laws OF M
,ure. Such a statement is but an apPe'
q blind fate, and an ignorant disregar
# scientific facts concerning me w"
We ought to live. That long IRE at
ends upon the ''liver" is true in MOI
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13
500 REWARD, 500.

The readers OF this paper VIII W
pleased to learn that there is at last one
dreaded disease that science has been
able to cure in all its stages, ana that
il Catarrh. Halls Catarrh Cure is the
only positive cure known 10 the medical
fraternity. Catarrh being a cons'llu,
,ional disease. requires constitutional
treatment. Halls Catarrh Cure is tax en-
internally, acting directly upon the blood
and mucous surfaces OF the system
thereby destroying the foundation of the
disease, and giving the patient strength
by building up the constitution and AS
sistiny nature in doing its work. Inc
proprietors have so much farm IN l'>
curative powers, that they offer one
Hundred Dollars for any case that
fails to cure. Send for list OF tesli
monials. ,y w.
Gil, hy D,rrci.ts 75c. Toledo, q
Halls Family Fills are the best. oV
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13
han one sense. Not less does It depend

than one sense. Not less does It depend
upon the harmonious action of every
natural function. Whether we live out
the three score years and ten, we may
reverently say, depends far more upon
ourselves than upon God. For while
God has created us and given us the
breath of a diviner life than that Of
the beast, and surrounded us with the
natural elements of life, and for these
blessings we are continually de-
pendent upon His mercy, yet upon
us depends, after all, the question of
whether we will fightfully use or abuse
the blessings.
A great scientist has said: "Let me
feed the criminals of the country for n
hundred years and will cure crime"
Then surely we can safely say: When
ever all children are fed, from the
cradle to manhood, on nonstimulating
principles, on that day we shall see the
beginning of the end of intemperance
as national vice.-F. Emory Lyon, in
Union Signal.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13

While the future lies before her destitute
of hope and cheer.
husbands time engaged in saving from a
drear and awful fate
This beloved young republic as he blows
away the foam
in the grogshop on the corner till the hour
is growing late,
While "TAe Wife Behind the Washtub''
earns the grub for those at home.
She keeps bacon on the table and small
supply of "spuds,"
And her labors keep the children from
appearing clothed in rags;
And her constant weary toiling In the hot
and steaming suds
Never seems to feaze her husband, who Is
full of bluffs and brags
OF his leadership of party, and his knoWl'
edge of the ways
Which alone can be availing our grea,
ship Of state to save;
So it's time to lift our voices in wild out
burst Of praise :.
For THE Wife Behind the WashDoard
she's the bravest Of the brave.
Omaha World-Herald.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13
lust Saved His Life.

It was IL thrilling escape that Cnar'es
Davis of Bowerston, o.. lately had from
. frrbtiul death. For two years a
severe lung trouble constantly grew
,uorse until it seemed he must die OF
Consumption. Then he began 10 use
DR.. Kings New Discovery ana la'e'y
wrote: at gave instant relief ana
effected permanent cure" Such wo'-
derful cures have for % years, proven,
;,,s mower to cure all Throat, Chest ana
limo troubles. Price SOC and y w
Every bottle guaranteed. Trial ooItle'
free at Parlor Drug Store. u"
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13
PERMANENT,
PROFITABLE,
CONSERVATIVE INVESTMENT,
EIGHT PER CENT.
dividend PAYING STOCK,

Particularly adapted to people OF moderate
.nrnlus means who desire to place their
money in an established business enterprise,
the oneration of which can be seen every DAY
in The year.
THIS COMPANY WILL MAKE MORE
MONEY FOR IT'S STOCKHOLDERS thah
any other commercial investment ever ohereo.
Manufacturing Industry selling its entire
nroduct direct to the consumer through its
own stores which have been established 1or
years. Giving this company proht OF loo per
cent more than other retailers or manll1actur-
ers receive. These stores are located Ill we
l.roest eastern cities, providing constantly
increasing cash business, steadily p1oiltaDle'
For the present this company will utll n;
IFS entire capital in operating several OF tne
isr,est and Enthusiastically the most proht-
"hle and valuable confectionery properties IN
New England.
SUBSCRIPTIONS SOLICITED TO A SEE .,
GAL AND LIMITED ISSUE AL
800 PER SHARE, PAR VALUE,
rom ner cent of which must be paid on appli-
cation. the balance on delivery of Cert'ncate
or in four equal monthly payments . o, ut;il
will be full paid, nol-assessaDie. my pa' tho
ipating and without personal lapiil'y " WV
holder. m, 1c
NO PREFERRED STOCK WILL BE ~
SUED. ALL STOCKHOLDERS W W. VI
HAVE AN EQUAL STAMPING AM
| A PROPORTIONATE SHAKE VI ALL
PROFITS AND EARNINGS.
For Statement and complete information
address or call on our Treasury Department
or orr nearest representative.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1899-12-13
We will Pay a
Regular Salary

and a commission to Il selected
number of high grade agents. We
want the best men or women to
be had-those of experience, and
who can be relied upon for faith
full work: persistent and ener-
getic, of good address, and with
"gumption" and the tact to Sc
cure what they attempt. Re-
tired ministers, school teachers,
or those seeking outdoor life,
make good agents. Regular sal
ary and commission on eacf
order to the competent man OF
woman.
Call at this office for full par
ticularS.