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Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
BRIDGEPORT.

On account of The failure to receive the
necessary equipments for flashing the
church, caused by the great Snow storm of
last week, the dedication has been post
poned until Wednesday, March |. Bishop
Cyrus ID. FOss will preach at the moroing
session, after which the Bishop will per-
form the dedicatory service. Geo Hewitt,
Esq, will conduct the music. Rev. d
Harris, presiding Elder, Rev. J. w.
Marshall aud a number of former pastors
will assist in the services during the day.
Mr. f. C. Stahl, S. 81. W. of the Ancient
Order United Workman, of this jurisdic-
ton, will visit Bridgeport on the evening
of February Is, at which time he will give
public address in the Town II all. The
pabhc is Invited to attend
The sale 8. Hugh McGiiucy has been
postponed. The sale will be on Wednes-
day, March 1.
Philip SehIag, Esq, real estate agent, has
sold the Mary P. Sparks property at Pros.
pect Station, to Mr.. Lewis u. Burk.
Mr.. S. Shoemaker lost very fine horse
on Monday last, one of fine lot recently
purchased.
ne OicsahbiJ MauulhCUufeu Dell iOF Tue
NJ. E. church has been received and ready
tor placing in position. The bell was
manufactured by the C. Bell Company oil
HilIsboro, Ohio. The bell with fixtures
weighs in the aggregate Of 1900 pounds
and is credit to the mauufa cturer.
Mrs. John Kirby placed some eggs under
setting hen recently, and she noticed a
few days later that one of the eggs was
broken. Mrs Kirby applied mucilage and
muslin with such satisfactory results that
the chicken hatched all right. After
shaking the shell and sheet, it proves to be
the finest of the flock.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23

clearly to cast out the mote out of thy
brothers eye.'
Not that the teachings Of Christ may be
expected to have any more weight with
/ our modern expansionists than those OF
| Washington, Jefferson, Monroe and Lin
coin; they have outgrown the sermon, on
the Mount as completely as they have
"out grown Washington's Farewell Ad-
dress and the Declaration of Independence
and the Constitution.
According to Peace Commissioner White
law Reid, arguments drawn from such
sources are mushy sentimentality. charac.
teristic neither of practical nor of RESPONSE
BILE peopIe-alike un-American and I'M
Christian.
And Senator Beveredge, another one of
their bumptious orators, at the LincoIn's
birthday celebration of the Union League
Club in Philadelphia declared that: Their
leaders are not only statesmen Of peoples,
they are prophets of God. The inherent
tendencies of race are its highest law.
They precede and survive all statutes, all
constitutions"
With such tawdry, swelling persifiage
and cheap buDcombe do our pert lingo
statesmen dismiss the gathered wisdom of
ages. Not for them the solemn warnings
of history, not for them the record Of the
lost liberties of Greece. Rome, and every
other nation in which the lust for dominion
has become paramount to the principles Of
Justice and the inalienable rights of man.
Oar American Republic is plunging down
ward into Imperialism, not alone for onr
colonies, but for ourselves. Can We stop
it? L. N.
Farrell NJ I February 20 1894
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
CLARKsBORO.

Undertaken Clark, who has been on the
sick list for the past week, is improving
and able to be down stairs.
Mrs James Nelson and son CIerc, have
been visiting relatives in Philadelphia
Mr.. Frederick Ernest lost a horse one
day last week.
During Lent there will be services in
st. Peters church every Wednesday even
ing. While the meetings continue the
Ladies' Guild will be held on Friday
instead of Wednesday evening.
On Wednesday as miikman Owen was
making his first trip after the blizzard, his
sleigh upset, and the milk cans were
thrown out, fortunately the lbs ft very
tightly and only few quarts from the
serving can was lost
Schools re-opened on Monday after the
weeks vacation.
The funeral of Mrs Mary Clement, wife
of the late Joseph Clement, took place on
Tuesday at the Friends meeting house,
Mickleton.
Mr. Charles Dixon, of Philadelphia was
the guest of Mr.. James Nelson on Tues
day.
Rev. Il. G Williams, pastor Of the M
E. church, will move to Pitman Grove at
the close of the present conference year,
where the duties of Secretary and Super
intendent of the Camp Meeting Association
demand his time.
Alter the intense blizzard OF last week,
the warm sunshine and pleasant weather
of this is welcome to all One week ago we
had no mail trains or school On Wednes-
day papers were brought from Woodbury.
and sold for fifteen cents The first train
since Sunday evening was run Thursday
afternoon. The snow is so rapidly disap.
peaiDg under the warm rays of the sun, that
travelling for pedestrians is almost impos-
sihle
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
Kniqhts of PythIas

The twenty second annual convention of
the Grand Lodge was held in Trenton last
Wednesday and Thursday. The storm in
terfered greatly with the attendance, only
ninety-three of the 142 lodges being repre-
sented' The following Grand officers were
elected and installed: Chancellor, Somers
T. Champion, Atlantic Highlands; Vice
Chancellor, John P. Drexheimer, Orange;
Keeper of Records aud Seal, George Z
Pierson, Woodbury.; Master of Excheqner,
John Patrick, Rutherford Cater Guard
John W. Laws, jersey City. After five
ballots had been taken Walter F. Hayhurst
Lambertville. and William H. Mccullough,
Swedesboro, both Past Grand Chaucellors,
were elected Grand Representatives for
terms of four years each.
The recommendations of Grand Chancel-
Tor Dewitt Cobb, including an annual me-
mortal day in October and a State home
for Pythians, we're all approved. The re-
eeipts for the year were $6307, and the ex-
penditures $460l.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
PEDRICKToWN.

Wilbur Folwell, of Germantown, was
the guest of Thomas Roberts, on Friday
Mrs. Frank Pedrick has been the guest
of relatives in Philadelphia.
The D. r. trains began running on
scheduled time Friday after being hindered
so long by the snow drifts.
Mrs Peter Strimple went to Philadel-
phia Thursday TO see her husband who
had undergone an operation which proved
very successful, and Mr.. Strimple is doing
very we'll at this writing.
Mr. aud Mrs. Albert Stetser have re-
turned home after being snow bound in
Philadelphia.
Joe Dilks has returned with his regi-
ment from Athens, Georgia, and came from
bis home IN Camden Friday to visit his
brother Ed. who was very sick with pneu-
monia here, but who passed away Sunday
morning.
On account OF the inclement weather OF
Monday and Tuesday, there was no school
here, and as so many days have been given
the scholars this school year, the teachers
decided to make up those two lost days by
holding school last Saturday, and the COM
ing Saturday.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
PAULsBoRO.

Fourteen degrees below zero was the
lowest the thermometers registered here
during the blizzard. Twenty four inches
Of snow was measured. The County
authorities had the snow sh0Veled ont of
the cutters on Broad street, thus turning
the water out Of peoples cellars, and off
the sidewalks.
A Mr.. Davenport. who has been sick six
weeks with typhoid pneumonia at G.. F.
Manloves died Saturday last, and was
taken to Philadelphia Monday for burial
there.
James j. Cowgirl died on Tuesday
morning about six o'clock, he leaves
wife aud five children, all small. He was
about forty-fse years old, a prominent
citizen, active in township affairs. At the
time OF his death, be was township com
mitteeman and supervisor of the r0.ds here
He will be very much missed by bis many
relatives and friends here.
The Paulstoro Loan and Building
Association, have changed their time OF
holding their monthly meetings to the
third Tuesday evening Of each month
instead of thu second. There was other
important changes made in the by laws that
they hope will work good to the Associa-
ton.
Our truckers all have their tomato seed
sown, and that means a commencement OF
Spring work here.
The last Of the Star Course Of entertain
ments, held here Tuesday was a success.
The Old Homesteand quartette was we'll
received, the house was iuil, and the COM
mittee asked IN reneat the conran nex 4
season.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
FERRELL.

The blizzard caused considerable incon-
venience around here among people who
were not fortunate enough to have good
supplies Of groceries and fuel on hand, but
those who had, divided with those who
had not, and there were no cases OF actual
suffering.
On Wednesday after tbesnow had ceased
drifting, the greater part of the male popu.
lation of Elk township was ont with teams
and shovels. and before night all the main
roads were IN passable condition.
II. G. Mullica lost horse last week
that he recently purchased IN Philadelphia.
While attempting to pull wagon out OF a
snow drift. the animal broke blood vessel
and soon bled to death
Our oldest citizen, Wade Milford, il
seriously i'll aud is not expected to re-
cover q Unclep Wade was quite fox
hunter 10 his younger days. and could tell
many entertaining stories about his favor
lite pastime, and the early history of this
vicinity.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
MULLICA HILL.


The light balmy Sunday was appreciated
by all, especially those who had been
deprived the privilege of attending church
on account of inclement weather.
The funeral of Mrs. Postrema Cole took
place from her husbands residence on
Saturday morning.
Some of our citizens attended the
funeral of Mrs. Clarence Lewis, in Cam
den, on Saturday.
Isaac Ecret, of Philadelphia, visited his
parents here on Saturday.
Our streets and sidewalks, as a matter
of course are almost impossible and rub
Der boots are necessity for all pedestrians
At recent meeting of the Harrison
Township Protective Association, all the
former officers were elected with the excep
ton of Albert Parker, whom Ira Cole sue
ceeds as director. Mr.. Parker having
changed his residence to Cape May.
Mr.. John Driver, clerk in the store Of
Rudolph Benezet is quite sick at the home
his sister, Mrs Joseph Brown.
Storm stayed citizens have succeeded in
getting back to their homes after tedious
delays.
A valuable calf belonging to William
Allen was frozen to death during the
recent blizzard weather.
The musical Ginning of wedding bells
on Wednesday last announced the marriage
of two of our estimable young women.
Mr.. Linw0od Borton, of Woodstown and
Miss Florence J. Croft, of this place. we're
united in marriage by Friends ceremony
of ~ 10
day at one o'clock p. M On the evening
of the same day Mr.. James c. White and
Miss Edith Iredell, b1th of this place, were
married. Rev. j. j. Davies, pastor of the
Baptist church, performing the ceremony
Both brides were active members of the
First Day school and Grange, and will be
greatly missed, but they have the sincere
congratulations of large circles of friends
and acquaintance, for prosperous aud
happy life journey.
Mrs. Emma Acton and son Harker, of
Salem, are the guest of relatives here.
Dr. D. D. Pancoast leaves for Florida on
Friday the 24th, parposing to remain some
weeks at his winter residence in DeLand
Rev. II. G. Vincent, of Paulsboro, will
ofieiate at the st. Stephens Episcopal
SAuASbj hSAt oNHuoy AAOAAAuS az ~ oOs
There was little, if any extreme suffer
ing in this vicinity, caused By the intensely
cold weather during the storm last week.
Water in many collar il the cause of
much inconvenience at present. caused by
the melting of snow banks.
Miss Lille Colson, mas been visiting
friends at Moorestown.
Stokes Union observed Thank Offering
Day" in memory of Frances E Willard,
on Thursday afternoon The storm OF
rain and sleet, which rendered walking
very unsafe, prevented many from attend
ing, much to the regret of the Union, as an
interesting program had been prepared in
accordance with the directions given in
Union Signal. 1t is proposed to hold
meeting on Christian citizenship at an
early date.
Isaac Haines and family, of Clark sboro,
were guests Of relatives here on Sunday
last.
There was very good attendance at the
Grange on Tuesday evening, notwithstand-
ing the very bad condition of streets and
The sofa pillow is the latest craze
among the fancy workers.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
MANTUA.

The trolley commenced running on
Friday night for the first after the blizzard
1t was welcome sight, as many depend on
it to get to their business, and the residents
do not feel as though they could do with
out it now.
Miss Bell has been spending some time
with her sister, Mrs. House
MI. Bodine, of Camden, and several OF
his friends have been assisting Mr. Pine in
the revival services this week. Mr..
Bodine is very fne singer.
Several OF our residents have been fort
innate enough to get their ice houses filled
the past week,
The Shakespeare Club" will meet on
Saturday evening, at the home of Mr. w
B. Thompson
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
Obituary.

JAMES J. CowGILL died at his home
on Billings avenue, PaulsborO, on Tuesday
morning last, in the forty fourth year of
his age, after an illness of only seven days,
with pneumonia. The news of Mr.. Cow
gilPs death was great surprise through
out the county, and spread sorrow every
where. He was born in Panlsb0ro, and his
whole life has been spent there, where he
enjoyed the confidence and esteem of all
the people. He was active, energetic and
social, and his natural inclination TO public
matters, his honesty and strong sense OF
right and justice naturally drew him into
public affairs. He has bee& township col
lector, almost constantly a member of the
Town Committee. land at the time of his
death was Treasurer Of same member of
the Board of Education, and Superintend-
ent of the Lincoln Park Steamboat and
Amusement Company, aud settled many
estates as executor aud administrator
He was in good health on Tuesday last.
when he pushed his way through the deep
snow to the telephone Office in Paulsboro,
almost mile from his home, to communi-
cate with bis lawyer on some business
matters 10 returning he became exhausted
and with difficulty reached his home. Next
Jay HC HdA CsBECcllF0 GHlli. anu phys
icians were summoned, but the severity of
the attack bsffeled the best medical skill
In 1880 Mr.. Cowgirl married EInora,
daughter of Captain Benjamin Brammell,
who with five interesting children the
eldest is. and the youngest years OF age
survive him.
In his dea'h his family lose a loving,
devoted and loyal protector, and the county
q rising and useful citizen.
The funeral will be from bis late residence
on Billings avenue on Friday, tomorrow,
the twenty fourth inst, at 10 o'clock a. m
1nterment at Eglington.
ANDREW BLAKE, well known and
respected citizen, farmer ia West Dept
ford township. died at his home on Sunday
last, after only four days illness, of pneu-
monia. The funeral was held in St.
Patrieks' church, this city, at 10 o'clock
this morning, the interment being at Glou-
cester City. Deceased was an upright,
honorable man, good citizen, and generous
Deighbor. The large number in attend
ance at his funeral attested his popularity
among his Deighbofs.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
Public Meetina at CLAYTON.

Under the auspices of the glassblowers
of Clayton, q public meeting was held in
the Opera House on Wednesday evening,
the 10th, for the purpose of explaining to
the people the non-union side OF the pres
ent wage question, and it was success ia
all particulars The house was tastefally
decorated with bunting and American flags,
as was also the stage upon which most of
the representative business men Of the
city sat, among whom were MIR. N. D.
Brown, N Godfrey, Ellison Davis, 5. Il
Silvers, F. r Nichols, and numerous
others Music was furnished 0y Prot
Wilson's orchestra, which was enjoyed by
all. The meeting was opened with prayer
bg David Martin, and then Chairman Key
burtz introduced Mr.. c. F. Madden, Presl-
dent of Local No 5, of Clay ton, who spoke
of the conditions now prevailing, and
whose remarks were warmly received by
the audience. Mr.. d. A. Hayes, President
of the G B. B. A.. of U. S. and Canada,
was then introduced, and his address made
wonderful change in opinion of great
many citizens of the town.
He spoke of the conduct of the glass
trade throughout the country, and the
manner in which the Union did business
with the manufacturers, through arbitra-
ton and without auy friction, and told of
the advantages which accrued to both
sides from this system. He then contrasted
the condition of the non- union wOrkm
OF South Jersey. of their inability to adjust
their wages on an equal basis with the
Union, and compelled to live from com
pany stores aud in company houses !;
how the workmen had gone down lower
and lower and were still sinking. and in
little while would come down to laboTing
wages if something was not done to stop it.
His statement of facts were so plain that
they admitted OF no dispute, and some
who were there said the condition was
different from what they understood. He
closed his address by an appeal to The
people to study the question and answer
the issue from their own hearts, and he
was sure they would not be far from right.
At the close of the meeting he was ac-
corded quite a reception by the people, and
was introduced and shook hands with
large number. ONE WHO WAS THERE
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
County Notes.

A valuable four year colt, owned by Dr..
H. II. Carr. Of MulIica Hill. was taken
with congestiye chill on Sunday last, and
died IN q short time. at the farm Of Samuel
Watson, where the Doctor was having ii
wintered.
Mrs Jonathan CuBafd, Of Almonesson
was stricken with paralysis on Friday last,
her entire right side being effected. She
is considerable improved at this writing.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
The Charter Election.

The selection of Mayor, City Marshal,
three Commissioners of Appeal two Over
seers OF Poor, three members Of City
Council, two Justices of Peace in the
Second Ward, one for the full term to sue
coed Samuel Laid, and one for the unex-
pired term of Il. g Porter, deceased, and
one Chosen Freebooter lin the Third Ward }
will devolve ON the people of Woodbury. at
the annual Charter election on March 7th.
As vet there is a decided lack of interest
in the selection of officers this spring, in
fact, the subject has received practically no
attention. City Clerk D Thackara Mat
hers informs Us that a change made in the
election law last winter, revives all features
of the Election law and makes them appIi-
able to our Charter election. Nominations
must be filed one week before election
not later than Monday next; the Registry
Boards must sit on Tuesday next, and
revise the registry lists, and official ballots
are required.
Tcis means that nominations must be by
political parlies,and makes it as diffieult TO
become an Independent or Citizens
candidate as for the ordinary politician to
crawl through the eye of needle.
Hence we may expect two straight
tickets in the field this spring. Will the
majority party here, in the selection of its
nominees for Council and Freebooter,
have in view the welfare of the City, aud
County or will the standard of our City
aud County Legislature be dependent on
the ability of those who are able to mani
pulate the nominating machinery At
this period OF our history, the material
interest of the City and County demand
the best business talent among our citizens
The tariff, expansion, Imperialism, gold
or silver, are not issues in the selection
of municipal officers, why then should
they be allowed to enter into the business
affairs of the people
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
Weddine Anniversarx.

Ga Washington's Birthday Mr.. and Mrs
Daniel Thackara celebrated the fiftieth
anniversary of their marriage, at their
home on South Broad street Many citizens
improved the opportunity to congratulate
ccaslon, and many friends from distance
we're present. Mr.. aud Mrs. Thaekara
were married at Haddonfeld, February %.
l549, and have resided in Woodbury. since
1850. Both enjoy excellent health, and
Mr. Thackara yet gives keen, personal
attention to his widely distributed business
interest. May he be able to do so many
years yet, is the wish of his fellow citizens
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
Reaister ed Vendues.

Feb. 25-EStaue of Mary Sehott. decd. real anC
personal, on Crown Point road.
Feb. 27-John Redfeld, agent, at Lambs Station
adjourned from Feb. g.
Feb 81 Adjourned sale of Levi Pimm. at Rich
wood
Feb 2S-Jos Carr, Pitman Grove
March 1-R. Benezet, Mullica Hill.
March /. adjourned sale of John wilkins, Tur
nerville.
March 1-Aejoured sale of Hugh McGliucy
near Bridgeport.
March s-Adjourntd sale Of Richard Evans. Jr
near PricEet's Mill.
March "A. S. Clark. at Evan.
March Oh A. DeHars, Thorofare.
March 8-W. c. Fox, Evan.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
West Jersey and Sea ih0re Railroad.
On and after OCTOBER 4. 1898, trains win

On and after OCTOBER 4, 1898, trains VIII
leave Woodbury. as follows
For Phila, 5.54, 6.st. 727, Z As. II ST. 80, 9.os.
10 co. II 10 a. M. 02. fl2 IS. 4.0I, 4.5O, 5.i6.
5 35, Sos $50, l6, 1903 and IL 03 D. M On
Sundays, S-27. 645 a. m. 305, 5 IS, sac, $40,
1i05 p. m.
For Swedesboro, 6 50, S4S, fi.35 a. M. 205, 4. IS
6.il, 7.05. Sundays so, a. M SOC p IN.
For Glassboro. $50, 81, S47 10 o.. II %
a In 1884. 3 rs, 3,43. o. n, 544 6S2, 703 500
10 a., i2l7 night. On sundays, S.35, a. M, s. 80
For vintlan and Mnlvilie 6 50s.47s q. m, 1884
q. 5.44, 7.0a pm. Sundays, 6O0 s.35 a M.
5.SS p. m
For Cape May, "a a. m, s.4s p, m. Sun
days, S35, 925 a. III.
For Atlantic City, s47 a. M, 43p.m. Sundays
IS q. N 5.3S D. NJ.
For Maurice River aud points on Maurice
Branch. Sal a. m.,544 p IL "a Saturdays oniy).
sundays, 5.S5 p. N.
For Sea Is'e City and Ocean City, pa a,
m. 3.43. On Sundays, s.25 a. IA
For Salem via Ciassboro and Elmer) 547 a 10. !;
1858 p. m. Via Swedesboro, 652, 6.4S, IL IS q. N
s05, ABS. GIL, p. M. On snresJ,s.5 a .. m, oDs
IN.
For Bridgeton, $50, s.47 a. m, 1884, s5s 5 e.
$50 p m. Sunday SIS q. m.. 33 p. m.
RETURNING TRAINS.
Leave Phila.. for Woodbury., $40, 500, $40
80. 11e0, a. N 200 noon l 81, SO, $40
$50. 4.l0 430, 300, ) 20. $40, 500, 30. 7.30
300, 1915 11.s5 p IN. On sundays, 500, s.l5
a m, 1890, 500, $50. 1000 .. m.
Leave SwedesboIo, 52S, %, sos. 9 81 a. m.,
1873, 49, y p. m Sundays, 50 a. m, 4.53.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1899-02-23
a Piano for Woodbury. Public
SHhnal@

The Board of Education of this city, at
the last regular meeting, resolved to &C.
cert the off-r of the Wanamaker & Brown,
the celebrated firm of clothiers. ladies' and
gents furnishers, at Sixth and Market SITS
Philadelphia, to present piano to any
public school after sales of goods to the
amount of 81 500 have been credited to the
school The offer was accepted during thel at
ter months of Prof MiIligan's Superintend
eDcy of our schools, and sales amounting to
$403 29,credited TO the fund, but after his
death, interest therein ceased, and effort
was suspended. Under the terms of the
arrangement, the account must be closed
in one year, hence if enforced this amount
would have been forfeited, but the firm
have generously agreed to lee it stand to
the credit of the school.
The method of procedure is without COM
plications of any kind. Purchasers of any
goods at Wauamaker & Browns have
simply to request that the am unit be
placed 90 the credit of the Woodbury.
Piano Fund. Edward Shute, of Glassboro.
an old sa esman of the firm, will take
especial interest in this fund, and friends
of Woodbury. schools will facilitate the
matter if, in making purchases there, they
call for Mr.. Shute.
Cards will be issued, and placed in the
hands of the school teachers in Woodbury.
the members of the Board of Education,
and friends of the school generally. If the
people favor having a handsome piano IN
our schools, we hope they will push this
movement along.