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The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1899-07-30
CAT, BOY AND cUSTARo.
One Touch That Upset the Calm and
Peace of a Whole Household.

From the New York Sun.
In room No. Of the general postoftice
building there is one of the oldest and
most esteemed postal employees in this
city. He is noted for his genial tempera-
ment and so when he entered the office
yesterday looking glum and replied gruff-
ly to salutations everybody wondered
what was the matter.
WHATS up. old MANI" inquired clerk.
you look as if you had lost your mother
in-law,"
"Mother-in-law be durned!" replied the
erstwhile genial one. cts cat. Say, do
you want to hear a hard-luck storyY Well,
yoE've seen a nice, sleek fat cat asleep,
haven't YOU? Pleasing feature of domes-
ITCHY, isn't it? Did you ever see a we'll
Drowned custard pudding set to cool In a
nicely secured pan? Appetizing. isn't it?
Like children, do you? Bright, rosy.
healthy, four-year.Qid boy, for instanees
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1899-07-30

change which is always the most well
come of visitors.
And this woman who is so bountifully
blessed with unique intelligence on
petticoats, is equally happy in her in
spiration for dressing jackets The
very daintiest things imaginable are
hers. and she takes every whit as much
pride and care in their production as
other women bestow upon their ball
gowns.
A worthy notion verify is that one of
turning thin accordion killed silk--the
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1899-07-30

extinction of the pique, in close de-
sign of whorls and other convolutions.
With this gown was carried sun
shade of cotton printed to exactly imi-
;ate those japanese paper sunshades
snat are so picturesque, but perish
a BILE.
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1899-07-30

genial one. did you ever hear of
household so upset?'
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1899-07-30

down and look them over, so I'm go
ing Tomorrow morning"
Obi" said the women, in chorus.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
State c. E. Convention.

The ninth annual convention of the
Young Peoples Society of Christian En-
deavor in West Virginia, will be held at
Wheeling, May %, "a and IS. The
Wheeling Endeavorers are making ar
rangements to royalty entertain all the
Endeavorers who will attend. They
want at least 500 young people who are
enlisted in the Christian Endeavor work
to accept their invitation to become their
guests during the convention. The State
Executive Committee is wisely and broad
ly planning to make this annual gather
ing of Christian Endeavor hosts a great
success. A splendid program is in prep
aration. William Shaw, of Boston, treas
urer of the United Society; DR.. w. F..
McCauley and DIR. J. Z. Tyler, both of
Ohio, will be the principal speakers.
Then fine speakers from different parts
of the country will be present. Reduced
rates will be given on the railroads. This
convention will greatly advance the
Christian Endeavor in West Virginia.
Any information concerning the conven-
ton can be had from H. d. Boughner,
president. Clarksburg. or Rev. c. M.
Oliphant, corresponding secretary, Wheel
ing.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
ANSWER H HONESTLY.
Are the Statements of Martinsburg
Citizens Not More Reliable Than
Those Of Utter Strangers?

This IS avltai question.
Il IS fraught with interest 10 Martins
burg.
It permits Of only one answer.
1t cannot be evaded or ignored
A Martnsburg crizen speaks here.
Speaks for the welfare Of Marunsburg.
A citizens statement IS reliable,
An utter strangers do,ibtful.
Home proof is the best proof.
Mr. 4. S. Gregory, of East Race street,
employed at the B. & @. shops. says.
"Many DAYS worked in the greatest
misery and / believe many men would
have given up had they suffered as did.
In cold weather the pain IN my kidneys
was more intense and there We're annoy
ances from the kidney secTetions. distress
ing at times. | used plasters. took IN
ternal medicines. some OF which gave me
relief for the time being, but when
caught cold or did any lifting ! soon was
as bad as ever. was induced TO try
Doans Kidney Pills and got box at
Matthaei's drug store. They were more
suitable for my complaint than anything
ever used. could stoop or lift any
thing without feeling pain.
Doan's Kidney Pills for sale by all
dealers. Price 50 cents. Mailed by
Foster Milburn Co, Buffalo, n, ", sole
agents for the L. S. Remember the
name Doans and take no other.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Run Down.

Len Linthicum was arralgned before
Justice Martin Monday afternoon for be-
ing implicated in the bloody fight which
took place at the corner of Queen and
South streets on the 18th day of last May.
The fight was one between two quar-
ry men and three young men from North
Martinsburg and as the result OF II one OF
the quarry men. Lee Breeding, had his
skull cracked.
The two quarry men had gotten into a
little controversy up town and Went out
to the other end of South Queen street to
settle it by combat. The three young
men from North Martinsburg followed
them and when they reached the corner
of Queen and South streets the two crowds
got to quarreling and the two quarry men
made friends and fought against the
other crowd. During the fight Ben Breed
ing, one Of the quarry men, had his skull
crushed by a stone and at the time II was
thought he would die.
The three young men escaped and the
officers were never able to find them.
Officer Hollis has been working up the
case and has had warrants sworn out for
the arrest of Len Linthicum, Daniel Sui
Ivan and Ray irwin.
Linthicum has been serving a sentence
in jail since Christmas.for throwing stones
through the windows of dwelling house
and the time of his sentence ran our yes
terday The officers thought they
would hold him while they had him and
the two quarry men were summoned and
the trial took place yesterday.
Linthicum was identified as one of the
participants in the fight, but not as the
one that threw the stone and he was re-
leased. Breeding said the one that threw
the stone was short heavy set man.
If the one that threw the stone is
found, he will be tried on the charge Of
assault with intent to murder, which is a
serious charge.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Future of the Bicycle.

1t is agreed by all bicycle manufacture
ers that the 1899 models represent
the perfect wheel. Improvement seems
to be impossible. Precisely the same
thing is true of Hostetter's Stomach Bit
tiers. 1t represents the limits of science
in overcoming disease. and it is impossi-
bic TO make a better medicine for the
stomach, liver. kidneys and blood. A few
doses of the Bitters will start weak, ner-
vous and bloodless people on the road to
strength. A regular course of treatment
will bring back the pink to the cheeks
and sparkle to the eye. Sleep will come
naturally, and it will be refreshing and
healthful. Dyspepsia, indigestion and
constipation will be completely banshed,
and the blessings of true health bestowed
Never take substitute for this perfect
remedy.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
what Wa. IT..

One of the greatest discoveries of
physiology is that we once had six.
senses. What the lost sense was no
inc knows, and probably no one will
sver know. But that our forefathers
possessed it there is no doubt, for the
'emains of that part of the brain in
which it resided are still to be seen in
my one of us.
These remains are simply small and
low perfectly useless little mass OF
brain substance, called the pituitary
body" 1t consists of two tiny little
oval lobes Joined together, and lying in
little cavity of the skull, strangely
lamed the sella turciea, and situated
over and behind the nose. 1t is quite
possible that it may have enabled our
'orefathers to see in the dark before
amps and candles were invented, or it
nay have placed them in communion
With ghosts and fairies, or. it may have
been an organ that enabled them to go
lome in bee line when they lost their
way in the primeyal forests.
On the other hand, it is possible that
was bad substitute for vision or
smell or hearing, and was let die out
when the improved sense organ devel-
)Ded
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Free Pills.

Send your address to "a. G. Bucklen
& Co., Chicago, and get free sample
box of DIR. Kings New Life Pills. A
trial will convince you of their merits
These pills are easy in action and are
particularly effective in the cure of
Constipation and Sick Headache. For
Malaria and Liver troubles they have
been proven invaluable. They are
guaranteed to be perfectly free from
every deleterious substance and to be
purely vegetable. They do not weaken
by their action, but by giving tone to
the stomach and bowels greatly invig-
crate the system. Regular size 25c per
box. For sale at Matthaei's Pharmacy.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Another Corporation.

The certificate of incorporation Of The
Linomatrix Company was entered upon
record at the County Clerks Office Monday
morning. The corporation was formed
for the purpose of buying, selling and
transferring the rights and inventions
pertaining to printing and matrix- making.
The principal Office of the corporation
will be located in Washington, d. c. 1t
is formed with subscription of $500,
with the privilege of increasing it to S.
100000. The incorporates are: Stilson
Hutchins, f. " Murphy and Charles l..
Moore. of Washington, d. c.; Andrew
Devine and James o. Clephame, New
York City.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Want a Crossing.

Some of the residents of West Burke
street are agitating the improvement Of
the crossings in that vicinity. The prop
erty owners on Burke street between Raj
eigh and Charles, have made new pave
ments in front of their homes which are a
credit to themselves and the square is
about the best paved one in the city. They
think that it is no more than right that
the city should put down crossings which
would be in keeping with the pavements
in that section.
The members of the street committee
of Council would do well to visit that
part of the city and if possible lend what
aid they can to the property owners in
making that residence section Of the city
as attractive as possible. The property
owners surely deserve some recognition
from the city.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Fell Sixty Feet.

Fred Kiser, an employe of the Standard
Lime and Stone Company, while walking
the top of an embankment at the quarry
Monday, stepped over the enbankment
and fell sixty feet to the ground below.
He was rendered unconscious for some
time and his head was badly cut. 1t is
also supposed that he was injured inter-
naly. He was picked up and placed in a
vehicle and taken to his home at Vancles-
vile, where he is now suffering from his
injuries.
The cause of his sudden drop is not
known, unless his mind was so deeply
engaged in thought that he did not notice
where he was walking.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
A Compromise Offered.

The case of Charles Stewart against
the corporation OF Martinsburg, which
has long been pending in the Court. was
again brought before the City Council at
It's last meeting.
A few years ago Charles Stewart was
walking along on the Court House pave
ment, the ire engine was being tested
by the Fire Department and the cistern
in the pavement was left uncovered
Stewards eyes were fixed upon the stream
OF water being thrown by the fire engine
and he unawaringly stepped into the els
tern. breaking one OF his legs.
Stewart then decided to sue the Corpo-
ration for damages and his attorneys.
Messrs. Faulkner and Walker, entered
suit in the Circuit Court for $1,000. The
case was tried and the jury decided 70
give Stewart SIPS damages. This decis-
ion of the jury Judge Faulkner set aside,
ard Stewards attorneys made an appeal
for hearing before the Supreme Court.
The appeal has recently been granted and
the Supreme Court is ready to set the
time for the hearing of the case.
= Now MIR. Walker announces his willing
ness of compromising with the corpora
ton and accepting $685. as damages. Mr..
Walker says there is no doubt about his
winning the case, were it carried to the
Supreme Court, but Mr.. Johnson. the
Corporation attorney, has the opposite
opinion.
The Council is now undecided whether
to accept the compromise or not. They
look upon it in two WAYS. From finan-
cial standpoint they think they ought to
accept the compromise, for if they would
win the case, the attorneys fees, ETC..
would amount to almost the same as the
amount offered in the compromise. II
they lose the case it will cost them thous-
ands of dollars. But they look at it in
another light, and that is the principle Of
the thing.
Some of the members are Of the opin-
ion that the chances Of winning the case
are in their favor, or the compromise
would not be offered Although the cor
poration would win the case they would
be at least S325 out, they would be up
holding the principal of the Corporation
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
On Two Charges.

Benjamin Palmer, a lad about thirteen
years old, was arrested Monday by Off
Ger Hollis on two charges, stealing coal
and trespassing on the b. & o. railroad.
The lad is habitualp ilfercr and this is
only about the twelfth time that he has
been arraigned before magistrate. He
was given hearing before Justice Byers
Monday evening and was sentenced to
serve sixty days in the county Jail, thirty
days for each offense.
The justice gave the boy the assurance
that he would probably get pass to the
Reform School about the time his sentence
ran out. Mr.. Byers intends sending the
boy there fpossible.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Inspected the Cannery.

A party of representative citizens Of
Rockville. Md, were in this city Monday
inspecting the Rothwell-Lovett Cannery
Theparty consisted Of Messrs. C. b. Klein
er, c. b. Jones, ]. NJ. Heagy. w. Hicks
and Oscar L, Johnson.
The gentlemen spent the entire even
ing in going through the cannery andwe
very favorably impressed with it. They
will make report to the Building Associa-
ton OF that place and they saidit will be
one recommending the building Of like
plantin their city.
If they do Messrs. Rothwell and Lovett
will likely get the contract for erecting the
plant.
Another proof of the widespread repu-
tation of Martinsburg' industries.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

The City School Board met in regular
session at the Second Ward building Mon
day night.
The entire time OF the meeting was
taken up in the discussion OF the recent
re-apportionment of the school levy upon
the Is. & O. railroad by the County Court
and in discussing the issuance OF bonds
for the purpose Of erecting new school
buildings.
1t was the general opinion OF the COM
nissioners that a new building should be
erected in the Second Ward and 70 DO
this would be necessary TO issue the bonds.
Toissue bonds the question would have TO
come before the people to be voted upon.
The law requires amdlorlty OF three
fifths OF the number of votes cast, be-
fore the bonds can be issued.
A committee, composed OF Mr.. d. M.
Kilrner as chairman and Messrs a.. r.
Bentz and A. r. Russ'er, was finally APP
pointed 10 look the matter up and report
back at the next meeting.
The committee will find out if the vot-
ing can be done at the time OF the city
election. and if so. the question will be
put before the people at that time.
The committee will also look into the
apportionment of the school levy upon
the B. & 0. By the great decreasein the
revenue from this source the financial
plans of the Board are frustrated.
The former school tax upon the B. 4
@. property was SI.3oS.eS. BY the new
re-apportionmen it is reduced to $40,
making 1888 decrease in the annual reve-
nue. The committee will also make a
report of this at the next meeting.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
. Death of Hon. r. T. Petree.

Ex-Judge Hon. r. T. Petree, of Hop
kinsville. KY. died very suddenly at his
home in that, place FRIDAY. after having
finished three hours argument in Court.
Judge Petree was well-known in this
community and his many friends here are
sorry to hear OF his sudden demise. He
was for a long time the law partner of
Hon. Benjamin Bristol, at one time Secre-
tary of the United States Treasury. He
was also the law partner of Judge Faux
ner, when he lived and practiced law in
Kentucky, from 1868 10 1872.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
SOME BRITISH SHARKS
The Blue and rorbsaTie Species are =
Pest to Fishermen.

British sharks are very substantial
facts, the largest OF them Is an inocuous
giant that basks in the sunshine and
perhaps feeds on nothing larger than
A shrimp But the blue shark and por-
beagle. both of which grow to length
Of several yards and weight Of hum
1reds OF pounds, are vicious pests and
most unweicome on the fishing
grounds. The former takes his favorite
pleasure in eating mackerel out of the
acts, doing as much damage in its dis
ENHANCEMENT as viii absorb a fisher
mans weekly wage to make good.
Wherefore it comes about that, as soon
as one is hauled aboard the fishermen
'orget their accustomed mildness. and
seizing it close to the tail belabor with
is shovel-shaped head the nearest
.hwart until peace reigns once more.
The porbeagle is somewhat less ac-
i've and less vicious animal of duller
hue, and of smell that passes any
1ther on sea or land. To prevent its
blood imparting this odor of the abat-
Dir to the boat. the porbeagle is usual
y slain over the side. and is then ig-
ANONYMOUSLY slung in moose at the
DOW. The quantities OF herrings and
other migratory fishes consumed by
.hese sharks would, could we but APP
praise the damage, appal even the en-
,omiast who has recently, in sport
ng contemporary, declared the shark
o be misjudged child of nature. For
.unately they are not ground feeders
ike the dogfish, and their voracious
appetites do not, therefore, appreciably
contribute to the determination. yearly
more apparent and more deplorable, Of
,ur soles and other valuable fiat fish.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Power OF CoaI.

An interesting calculation has been
made, which shows that the energy
produced by pound of good coal
equals the work of one man for one
lay. One square mile of seam of coal
only four feet deep could therefore be
made TO exceed the work of 100000
men for twenty years.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

In Burmese schools making the lads
shout is the approved method of ele-
nentary instruction The Burmese
sducationists argue that so long as a
COY is shouting his mind is occupied.
When he is silent he is certain 10 be
scheming mischief. Therefore the best
shouters are the best pupils.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Annual Examination.

An examination was held in the High
School building on Saturday, under the
direction Of the county board of examiners
for the purpose OF giving the pupils Of the
county certificates to enter any of the
Normal Schools Of the State.
About thirty scholars from different
sections OF the county took the examina-
ton, which is given annually about the
time Of the closing Of the county schools
for the term.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

Whether on pleasure bent or business,
take on every trip bottle Of Syrup OF
Figs, as it acts most pleasantly and
effectually on the kidneys, liver, and
bowels, preventing fevers, headaches
and other forms of sickness. For sale
in so cent bottles by all leading drug
gists. Manufactured by the Califor
mia Fig Syrup Co. only.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
New Isfebont.

The latest lifeboat, which is said to
nave been approved by the British Adj
miralty, carries three long cylinders in
% which million cubic feet of air can
De compressed. This air will drive the
BOAT fifteen miles an hour for six hours.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
Ancient Glass.

The British museum contains. the
oldest specimens of pure glass which
bears any date. This is little lions
mead, having on it the name of an
Egyptian king of the eleventh dynasty.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

Theaters in Spain have no programs,
bill in the lobby sometimes gives the
EAST, but most of the actors remain
unknown by name. The curtain is de-
voted to advertisements, and in Madrid
heaters advertising cards are affixed
with the numbers on the back of each
saat
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

An authority on microscopy states
that the hair of a woman can be dis
.inguished by its construction from
hat of man when examined through
he microscope.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
The yiennn Lotterx.

Despite the fact that hundreds of
persons have killed themselves because
they have been ruined by the Vienna
municipal lottery, the viennese con-
tinue to regard the institution with ia
vor. 1t keeps down the taxes.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
value OF RaiIxxaxa.

Railways represent an enormous adj
iition to public wealth. The value OF
he railways of all countries is some
hing like 1856 millions sterling.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

The faintest stars visible to the naked
eye are of the sixth magnitude; the
'aintest telescope stars are reckoned
II the sixteenth or seventeenth magni-
.ude.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15
ExpIosives Galore.

Thirty years ago there we're only two
lozen explosive compounds known to
chemists; now there are over thou
sand.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

Try the Herald a years. in advance.
Keeps you posted on everything that
transpires. Give it a trial.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

TIE ucDn gives you all the local political and so
NJ nLnHLU keeps you close touch with neigh
bo and friends the farm and in the village informs you as
local for farm products the condition OF crops and pros
poets for the gives love and story every week.
bright welcome and indispensable weekly visitor
home and fresde, and the best paper in the county
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1899-04-15

TNE TRRIME has an Agricultural Department Of the high
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