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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
NOT PATRIOTS, BUT DISTURBERS.

There are a few soft-hearted, crack
Drained people in this country. who are
shedding crocodile tears of anguish over
the war in the Philippines, and picturing
the natives as patriots and George Wash
ingtons. These he-aunties and long
haired fanatics seem to wish everything
wrong imaginable to happen to our for
ces. The most deluded and vengeful
Spaniard or Filipino-the worst enemy
of the American people-could lot ma
lign the government of the United States
and assail the character of our army with
more bitter taunts than these parties.
Harper's Weekly has an honest cores
pendent, Mr.. John F. Bass, in the Phil
ippines. This correspondent tells of
Aguinaldo's plan to massacre the popu-
lation of Manila, and although Mr.. Bass
had learned to be al ardent %anti-annexa-
ZIONIST before he went to the islands, he
writes to his paper as follows:
"After this let no one raise his voice to
favor Aguinaldo's government or army.
There is no choice o methods. A strong
military government, untcmpered by
mercy, is the only method Of dealing
with this people. Up to the |
set my eyes on this document | had a
great deal of sympathy with the native,
however mistaken he might be in his va
que ideas of liberty, Today | under
stand that to them liberty means the OPP
%portunity to give unbridled license TO
their mad racial instincts. Let no mis-
taken philanthropic movement at home
interfere with our government here, or
many of our brave men will die in conse-
quence. | have learned to be an ardent
anti-annexationist; now, however, that
we have undertaken the herculean task
of establishing a stable government here,
self pre- ervation requires, for the time
being at least, an autocratic government.
Nevertheless, these foreign sympathiz-
ers will continue to cry and agonize in
bitterness Of spirit, over these dear,
sweet-dispos itioned natives, and disgust
the patriotic American citizen. 1t would
be just the proper thing for such people
to move to the Philippines and cultivate
the acquaintance of the islanders. They
would no doubt soon be like the immi-
grants SON.. An Irish immigrant came
here with an assorted family OF boys and
girls, and they went to farm in the West.
The Oldest son thought it would be
amusing TO tickle one of the mules by
placing a burr under his tail. He did so.
The mule eyed the boy with astonish-
ment and then protested with his heels.
After a time the anxious family who
stood around him discovered signs Of re-
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
MCKINLEY PRICES.

Last week our little, pushing, energet-
ic friend. MIR. d. w. Snyder, of Falling
Waters district, sold to Mr.. c. {. Getzen-
danner, the weel-known sheep buyer,
twenty lambs, averaging lightweight
pounds each. He received for these
lambs something over $500 per head.
Everyone knows Dan. He is an uncom-
promising Republican, proud of his party,
and able at all times to defend its princi-
pies. He says Mckinley times are good
enough for him, and we imagine his
Democratic farmer friends are not seri-
ously Directing to such prices.
The fact is, that a Republican admins
tration some how or other, brings good
prices, even after Democratic incapacity
and hostility have destroyed numerous
industries. 1t is strange, but neverthe-
less, true.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
for the Herald. $1.OO.
Fire at CIearbrOok.

The c. V. station and elevator, at
C~learbrook, over which Mr.. Hugh Stipe
and his family lived, was entirely DESTROY
ed by fire Tuesday morning. The store
OF Mr.. Stipe, his residence, MIR. |. w.
Barrick's elevator and the station were
combined in one building and the whole
building was burned to the ground to-
gether with two freight cars, which were
standing on the side track, loaded for
shipment.
The fire was first discovered by a col
ored man, who stays in the elevator.
When he noticed the blaze he immediately
notified the family of MIR. Stipe and they
barely had time to escape with their lives.
A great quantity of grain which was stor-
ed in the elevator. together with all the
groceries and household goods was en-
tlrely consumed by the flames.
The fire is supposed to have been
started by the friction of the elevator
machinery. The elevator was started in
operation Monday for the first time
for over a month.
The entire loss was estimated at from
fifteen to twenty thousand dollars. The
insurance on the contents amounted to
$1,000.
Canned Corn &c a can. a cans for
2Sc at Felker'S.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
The Election.

As the sun set Monday the polls of
n of the quietest elections that has ever
been held in this city, were closed. From
the opening of the polls at sunrise to the
closing at sunset there was not the least
bit of excitement and the election passed
off in an unusually quiet manner. The
only time that there was anyinterest shown
was IN the evening, when a crowd collect
ed at the City Hail to hear the official re-
turns. The returns were not long in COM
ing in and they showed a sweeping victory
for the Democrats. They elected their
candidates in all of the wards, except the
fifth, and in this one the vote was a tie.
There was considerable apathy among
the voters, which is shown by the figures
below. The total ote was the smallest
that has been cast in the municipal cleo
ton for five years. Every year the num-
Der of votes has been on the increase, but
this year the vote took a big drop, going
below that of 'o5.
The politics of the Council now de-
ponds upon which one of the candidates
in the Fifth Ward is seated. If Mr..
~Brandenburg is seated, the Republicans
will have a majority; but if Mr.. Sperow is
seated the Council will be equally divided.
The following is the official vote, as re-
ported at the Mayors office
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
VETERANS CALL 1T TREASON.
Anti-ImperiaIists Denounced by New
York State Encampment, q. A. K.

Syracuse, N. y, May 1.-THE follow
lowing resolution waa adopted by the
New York State encampment, G. A. r.
in Syracuse, today, and a copy tele-
graphed to President Mckinley:
Whereas, the United States is engaged
in war. asserting its rightful authority
over the Philippines, and the army and
navy have been maintaining and enhanc-
ing the glory of our flag among the ma
tons of the world; that these strong arms
of the government have been subduing dis
order and Instruction for the purpose OF
creating a cizilizing and Outstanding
form of government; and
Whereas, during this contest certain
citizens, in their capacity and through or
CARNATIONS and public meeting, have been
giving aid and comfort TO the enemy,
seeking to secure a ~prolongation of wal
and bloodshed, and creating discomfort
and doubt among soldiers and sailors in
active service, discouraging enlistments,
and involving censure upon the govern
mont for its policy; therefore be it
Resolved, That this encampment de-
nounces those who thus act as guilty of
treason, not entitled to the protection of
the flag they dishonor, and unworthy the
name of American citizens.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

d~issention, and the refusal Of many Of
them to vote. Then the Republicans
had no campaign fund while the Demo
Gratis had money TO burn. More money
was spent by them in one ward than the
Republicans had in the entire town. and
they were well organized. They worked
all day long, tirelessly and earnestly
This counted. Then, the miserable con
dition of the town and the desire for q
change, cost the Republicans a number
Of votes.
The vote was the lightest cast for five
years. No interest whatever seemed to
be taken in the election. and the usual
crowds we're not around the polls. The
party here feels tits to be cut off from
the rest Of the world, and is discouraged
and demoraIized. The leaders are to
blame for this condition. They have not
wisely dealt with our people, and # the
present treatment is TO continue, the
same result will follow every time.
Berkeley county is a Republican coun-
ty, and Martinsburg is a Republican city,
when conditions are n o such that the
voter is snubbed and the county ostra-
c sd. What IS necessary is a new deal
all around. All must unite for the cam
paign OF 1900. and let organization begin
now. 1t will never do to turn this coun-
ty over 10 the Democrats. 1t shall not be
done. Let every Republican realize the
situation. Stop appointing Democrats to
office. Stop giving them bone and sinew
with which to cut our own threats. Wo-
men are no better than men. Put Re-
publicans at the guns and aim to kill.
Get out Of Office the Republicans who
curse the party and refuse to come home
and vote. Let them 90 III into the
world and labor like other men, until
they realize what gratitude means. Oil
up, weed out, and plant new vines. And,
by all means, give the colored voters
some recognition. They have been most
shamcfully treated in Berkeley county.
The Fish Commissioner alone has done
something for them. Not a Congress
sional appointment has been made from
among the colored voters in these three
eastern counties. This is not right. il
the Republican party desires Their
votes, let it also recognize them by prop
erly appointing them to Office. Justice
demands that these things be done. Anc
men who still fight the party should b.
branded as traitors and put out of it. NJ
man who sticks a knife into the bosom o
his mother should have a seat again a
the family table. Let him tramp for
living, and sleep outside the home witt
the companions of his own choosing.
BY following this plan victory vii
come. BY neglecting it, defeat will re
turn again.
Republicans, organize; get together
let old sores heal; stand facing the enc
my, and let the Ides of November. 1900
show that we have gloriously redeemet
our county,
We will do it.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
Is New England Dead?

Is New England dead?
Mother, of men whose tread
Has trailed the wilderness
Sails cleft the boundless,
Whose monuments uprise
Grim battle-glory's prize
Need Of peaceful enterprise,
Wherever men have sought.
Sold or bought, pray'd or fought,
OF countless others yet
Sleep with death where they met
unknown their graves or fate
Who could not hesitate
BY thee to duty taught.
Has thy heart grown cold?
DoSt love no more enfold
Us thy children gone far?
Hast none, those to cheer
Who builded from Hudson
Westward to the ocean?
Dost thou hope no more Grays
Born to thine older days?
Or, art thou sore belied
By out, ropt a an blood?
That we. owning thy names
Proudly in the Western homes,
Who've sent Sons. the pathway
To hew for Liberty,
Naught but the grumbling hear
OF such as Hale and Hoar?
d. II. Stearns
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

One fact has impressed the editor Of
the Herald. A perusal of our Democrat
ic exchanges, published in this State,
shows a weakening ON the silver question;
a determination to shove that question
into the background. Such ably edited
papers as the Shepherdstown Register
and Martinsburg Statesman are hedging
and %inferentially endorsing German. OF
course the average Democrat deems such
a course reasonable, but the handwriting
is on the wall. In the last election Bryan
lacked o5 electoral votes. Since then the
Democrats have lost Kansas, Washing
ton and Wyoming on the State ticket
(having altogether y electoral votes) and
Nebraska and South Dakota on the leg
i%slature. They have gained only Ken,
lucky, with her 10 votes. They have not
a United States Senator left in all the
North and West, except n in Montana
and one in Utah. In California, Idaho
Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, Utah
Washington and Wyoming, the silver
sentiment was strong in 1896. At thc
last election the Republican plurality il
said states increased more than 10000
Let us have a campaign in 1900 on live
issues. Republicans are anxious for th'
fraV.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

President Thomas Lynch says that the
voluntary advance of nearly 10 per cent
in the wages Of coke workers would
make an addition Of about $4,000 per
month to the pay roll Of the Prick Com
pauy alone. The average monthly wages
of the miner is $500. Anincrease Of &c
per cent means 81. 50 per month, an av-
erage months rent. So that the Reput-
lican administration has presented house
rent to all these laborers. That means a
great dealAhappier homes, more and
better comforts, books and pictures, etc.
No wonder the people desire Republican
legislation. 1t would be a fearful mis-
take to return to power the old, sleepy,
incompetent Democratic party!
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
His Secret For Sale.

1t now appears that the great embaim-
ing method of G.. w. Hamrick, of near
Philippi, will be made public. 1t was
thought to have been lost with his death
recently, but the administrator now offers
the patent for sale, it being in the possess
sion of Hamrick's wife. Hamrick left the
bodies of two women and numerous ami
mails, birds, reptiles, and fish, which he
had for years kept in a perfect state Of
preservation. He had often been offered
large sums for the secret.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
THE CITY ELECTION.

-Four Democratic councilmen, and a
tie vote in the Fifth ward, tells the tale OF
the election in this city last Monday. AT
the election prior TO this one7 the Repub-
leans elected the mayor and every coun-
Gilman. The defeat was complete, al
though the Republican nominees were all
good, deserving men.
What caused this'change2 Republican
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

The party cannot overlook the able
work and fsi:hful services of our young
city chair manS Chas. Quenzel, Esq. With
no funds to speak of, and a torn and rent
party, he Put up a splendid fight and gave
freely Of his time and money to win
Though the party was defeated, he did
his whole duty, and should be respected
and honored for it. He is a man true
and deserving.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Senator Depew says he found during
his recent visit to the South and West
that the Democratic leaders Of those sec
tions were almost unanimously in favor of
nominating Col. Bryan next year.-New
Dominion.
Yes, and the old fellow is just as much
tickled over it as though it was so. He
knows that no calf was ever more certain
of death when in the butchers hands,
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Germans stock is advancing. He has
stepped ilto the Presidential ring, and
little Willie Bryan. he of the everlasting
smile. will find a foeman not to be scorned.
He is a sly old fox, and knows how to put
up a good chase.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Roswell P. Flowers is dead. He was
a generous, patriotic, intelligent Ameri-
can, self-made, in his career of progress.
And yet he was no Democratic u because
he refused to support teeter-board Willie
Bryan. Such men as Flowers honor any
party to which they belong.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Col. Pitzer of the Martinsburg Hera d
says he is not exactly prepared to starve
to death, so is not a candidate for Cover
nor. The Gazette has long wondered
what became of the gentlemen who were
Governors of this State, after their terms
of Office expired and this remark of Col.
PItzer seems to throw light on their fate.
Richie Gazette.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
Sons of c. V.

A special meeting of Berkeley Camp
s. c. ", has been called for Tuesday,
May 80, at 8 o'clock, p. m. The camp
will go TO Winchester on June 6, and all
arrangements will be made at the meet
ing. All comrades should attend.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

The Richie Gazette, Bro. P. w. Nor
ris's paper, published at H~arrisville,
Richie county,is one of the most interest.
ing and spicy papers in the State. Pres
is a bard hitter, a ready writer and de-
serves well at the hands Of the Republic
cans party. What he can't write well
can't be written. He is general kind ant
generous, but no man can insult hin
without getting hurt.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Next Tuesday is Memorial Day. Scat
ter flowers and reverentially pay tribute to
the Nations dead, who died that the Ma
tion might live. Brave, glorious, patriotic !
The old flag of blue still waves, honored
and beautiful
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

The politicians may scheme, and the
leaders fix tickets. but the rank and file of
the Republican party will do the nominal
ing in this State next year. Bear that in
mind. Sometimes the people will rule.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Argue good times with a Democrat
point out the happy, content laborer and
speak of the progress of the Nation-he
will look sad and sour, scratch his head,
shut his eyes and sputter "rottten beef
q. The idea. Poor fellow, heis to be pitied
and ONE one should give him something
TO Quiet hi, nerves.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

The southern audiences did not hiss
Gen. Joe Wheeler's expansion talks. The
South grew and fought its greatest politi-
cal battles along the line of expansion.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

The services in the Court House at
Charles Town last Thursday, in memory
of the late Hon. w. H. Travers, were
very pathetic and especially imposing. He
was an honorable, upright and courteous
gentleman, beloved by all who knew him.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

The city election is over. Let every one
acquiesce in the result and endeavor to
encourage good government and advance
the interests of the city.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

turning consciousness. He slowly opened
his eyes and family asked: Father, is
my face spoiled" The father replied:
my boy, you'll never be as good looking
as you were, but you'll know a blamed
sight more"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Boom the big 4th Of July celebration
here. The eagle will scream, the young
ster, feel happy, and our citizens in gener-
al, enjoy the occasion.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

We know a number Of Congressman
who would like to be or the jury when
Reed tries his first case in New York
Cincinnati Inquirer.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Hard times" no more come a knock
Sing at the door. So poor old Democracy
good night.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

When a Democrat is asked to explain
the prosperity OF the country, he gives
the trusts thunder.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Grant Pitzer has the peculiar twist Of
the man that makes an editor. The
Martinsburg Herald is all right under his
supervision.-Ritchie Gazette.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

All aboard for the meeting of the
State Press Association, at Elkins, next
week. Editors deserve recreation.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Brother Parsons Advocate, when you
clip editorials from the Herald, why
not give us credit, instead of simply af-
fixing EXP"
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27
Swaltz.

Mr.. Robert Ell. ~Nadenbousch and Miss
Edna Earl Swaltz were married Thurs
day at the home of the brides parents,
at Hedgesville. Rev. c. l.. Potter, pastor of
the M. f. Church, South, performed the
ceremony.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

"Without issue'-the Democratic
Iarty.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Dewey is coming home. Brave, pa
trotic admiral! Bon voyagel
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

than Bryan is Of defeat. should he be
nominated. Chaucey cant help smiling.
He feels good over Democratic bunders.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

The H~erald-the .newsiest paper in the
Try it.
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Neither of the candidates for council
man from the Fifth ward have yet de-
manded a recount.
The Council will meet in special SEES
sion as Board of Election Canvassers
today, and unless a demand for a re-
count is made, it will appoint one of the
candidates as Councilman.
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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-05-27

Canned Corn &c a can. 4 cans for
25c at Felker's.
The San Francisco call., 1899-02-05
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ever seen her, and confessed between
courses that if Ed Pringle had not asked
her she would have put the question her
SELF. She looks "mucha contenta," and
is one prolonged smile, which is after the
manner of engaged people.
Belle Hutchison, who is going to marry
VIII Pringle, is being extensively enter
tanned both here and in Oakland. Both
Belle and Miriam declare that the boys
told them all that happened at the stag
dinner which Hat Wilson and VIII Follis
gave to the Pringles at the Varsity Club.
But I'll wager the boys have forgotten
more about it than their fiancees ever
knew.
Marie Wells called for me yesterday
and took me driving in her new turnout.
1t Is the SWEETEST little English cart, and
the horse is thoroughbred. Marie
handles the reins prettily, and is devoted
to driving. She goes driving every day,
despite the croakings of the weather
clerk l tried to make her stamp GER
tain rumor as genuine, but Marie won t
'fess worth postage stamp.
The Smiths are going to have an infor-
NAL affair tonight, to which we are bid
den. Since they never include the sand
man among their guests l knew it would
be too late to write to you after the af-
fair, hence my prepiousness.
Mrs. Patton has sent out more cards
for Ethel's wedding than at first intend
ed. So, though the house is large there
will be somewhat of a crush. She has so
many friends that it was hard to draw
the line.
am anxious = see her as bride, for
If she dresses the part half as well as she
did that of bud and belle she will easily
carry off the palm as this seasons most
beautiful bride.
In fact, Ethel is given to doing things
in the superlative degree. She's not only
counted among the best dressed girls but
she's one of the most daring riders and is
acknowledged the best swimmer of all
the girls. Aside from being such mag
niicent swimmer, she is one girl in ten
thousand who looks as well in the water
as out of it. Mrs. Henry Dodge, who is
an aunt of, her husband-to- says that
he thinks Ethel the quintessence of per-
fection. And so they lived happy ever
afterward" Will probably be the post
script TO their marriage ceremony. Low
ingly, Il FLORA MoFLIMSY.