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The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
The "NOrna.n

The yacht "Norna" owned by "Commo-
dore" Nicholas j. Weaver again came into
prominence this week. being reported us 10. t
in the Red Sea, and the daily papers in their
reports enormously stated that DIR. T.. A.
WorralI, of North East, Ind. (meaning North
East, Cecil county, Nd was among the
missing passengers. Quite to the contrary
Dr.. WorraIl is now enjoying the bamy
breeAes Of Florida. and later report comes
from Colombo, Ceyon, stating that the
intrepid Weaver and his craft had reached
that port in safety after all. The story Of
Weaver and his many plans and schemes,
good, bad and Indifferent was mt once recalled.
how he had formed II newspap"r syndicate
t" circle the earth and gather views and
Information for publication. DIR. Worral, Of
North East, was ut first interested in the plan
and it is said invested more or less money in
the Weaver stock, but finding it ease of too
much Weaver and shady transactions, got
out OF the combination.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
Cha mberlain's Cough Remedy.

Theremedy is intended especially for coughs
colds, Group, whooping cough, and influenza.
1t has become famous for its cures of these
diseases, over large part of the civilized
world. The most ilattering testimonials have
been received, giving accounts of its works;
of the aggravating and persistent coughs
it has cured; OF severe colds that have yield
ed promptly to its soothing effects, and Of the
dangerous attacks Of croupit has cured, often
saving the life of the child. The extensive
use of it for whooping cough has shown that
it robs that disease Of all dangerous conse-
quences. Sold 10y II. B. Frazer, Druggist,
Elkton, Md.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
MARRIAGE LICENSES.
Issued This Week at the Office of Clerk
of Court for Cecil County.

Allen s. Creswell, of BIythedale, and
Minnie b. Jackson, of Woodlawn. John E
Nickle, applicant.
Leonard Deaver and Ella Il. Foreman
both of Rising Sun. VIM. P. Fryer, appli
cant.
John r. Smith, of Port Deposit, and Annie
G. Balance, of Tayloria. John Il. Smith
applicant.
Charles W. Reynolds and Allies NJ Fulton
both of Pilot Md. j. P. Cutler, applicant.
Samuel T. McCocl. of Newark, Del. and
Mary R. Deal, of Christianpa, Del. George
b. Barr, applicant.
Howard l.. MiDker and Margaret J. Heath
both OF Elkton. James p. Jones, applicant
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
Concerning Life Insurance.

The new policy OF The Mutual Life In
surance Company of New York, (assets two
hundred and seventy millions) is the best
contract offered by any life insurance com.
papy in the world. 1t is simple, clear and
brief; affords the greatest security, contains
the most and the largest definite guarantees
and the most liberal provisions OF any policy
ever issued 1t cells readily. Agents with
or without experience wanted in every town
in the Peninsula, to whom liberal terms will
be given. Apply to
HERBERT N. FELL General Agent,
mar4-6mos Wilmington, Del
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
Teams Cared For.

Do not 20 to Porto Rico. If you do, leave
your team with the undersigned. You viii
need it upon your return. To my friends and
patrons OF Elkton and vicinity | extend
cordial welcome at the Delaware House
Sixth, where Stabling, Shedding and prompt
courteous service will be received. No street
cars to interfere. Do not forget the address.
JOS. Il. BRADBURY,
Wilmington Del. Proprietor.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
ORDER NISI.
In Re: The Mortgagcd Real Estate of Saral
X. Young and George A Young, her
husband.

In the Circuit Court tor Cecil County. Sit
as Court Of Equity. No. 2lS4.
Ordered, This gath day of February, 1899,
that the sale of property mentioned in these
proceedings made and reported 10y l.. Mar
-hasl laincs, Assignee of Mortgage, be ruti-
fled and confirmed, unless cause to the con-
trary thereof be shown on or before the 18th
day of April next, provided II copy of this
order be inserted in some newspaper print.
cd and published in Cccil county once II
week tor one month before the 9Th day of
March next.
$50.
JOHN G. WILLIAMS
True Copy-Tcst Clerk
Feb25-iw JOHN G. WILLIAMS, Clerk
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
For Cecil County Schools.

The quarterly distribution of public school
fund was made by the Comptroller on We'd
nesday and which is payable on and after
March %. Cecil county will receive for
white schools, 52,4Gl.09 and for colored
schools, SG90.72
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
REAL ESTATE,
Real Estate Sales.

The Mcknight property. near Iron Hill, has
been bought by Charles Owens for 81 900.
Alexander Trimble has bought from Chas.
Robey, the property in Pilot Town, formerly
owned by W. K. Love.
Mrs. Andrew Wiley has purchased the
house at West Nottingham, in which she re-
sides for 81 100. This is the original "hoard-
ing house which sheltered the students when
West Nottingham Academy was in its halcyon
days.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
Does

We can sell you for the next thirty days
Wall Paper at Sc. piece; worth nearly
double the price we ask for it. Frazer
Drug Store, Elkton.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18

do, We can save you time. trouble and eX
pense. Il. B. Frazer, Elkton, Nd.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
Man Wanted.

An elderly man to take charge of a small
farm of % acre A good home for suitable
Of W. Palmer McFadden. Snrery. Md.
Jan2a-tf A. ii. MFADDEN.
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fclils.ga
Claims, Pensions and Real Estate

beg to announce that ! am the recognized
agent for Cecil and adjoining counties, of the
wei known firm of George W. +. Vernon ~
Co., of Baltimore, and will be glad TO serve
all parties interested.
JOSHUA NJ. ASH,
Attorney and Agent, Elkton, Md.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
Recent Transfers of Property Recorded
In Cecil County.

Evalyn s. Tome and Peter Il. Tome,
Executors of Jacob Tome, to Jacob
Tome Institute, lots in Port Deposit. Il
VIM. T. Warburton, Attorney, to VIM.
b. Minor. % acres in Fifth district Il 800
VIM. T. Warburton, Trustee, Estate Of
r. G. Porter, deceased. to P II.
Ceaver, three-fourths interest in
Porter's Hall, in Cherry Hill. 81 435
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
BURNS SHOPS LOT"

conveyed to said deceased by Adelaide e.
Malhtt by deed dated October 10Th 1854, and
accorded among said rCcorrS in Ilbur j. A.
ID No IL, toto 3i3, &c. 1t fronts 80 feet on
SAID street. md is improved bya Blacksmith
onop ana WhocIwright shop, both in good
repair. These are good business stands and
are well patronizcd by the public.
no 3-Ihat lot of land situated ON the south
side of Main street N the town of Ell,tou
aforesaid, known as thp
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
| Acre and II perCheS

OF LAND, MORE OR LESS. and adjoining
lands o. John Beers ana others II is I'M
proved by II Frame Dwelling House of :
rooms, in good repair and newly painted.
stable, carriage house. &c.
No. THAT lot situated on the west side of
fridge street in the town OF Elkton aforesaid.
known n : fine ''
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18

Ordered, This 18th day of March, A. ID. 1899,
that the sales mace and reported by Edmund
Clifford, trustee. for the sale of the property
OF George W. Clifford, an insolvont debtor, be
ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the
contrary thereof be shown on or before the
18th day of April next; provided Il copy of
this order be inserted in some newspaper
printed and published in Cecil county once Il
week for two successive week. before the
18th day OF March instant.
The report states the amount of sale to be
$9j1.G5.
JOHN G. WILLIAMS, Clerk,
True copy-Tcst:
JOHN G. WILLIAMS, Clerk
marll-2t
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18

Dandruff, which causes so much itching of
the scalp, can be cured by Halls Hair Re-
newer, because it is corrective tonic for the
glands producing dandrutf.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
AM ERlCA'S
FOREMOST
HOUSE FURNISHERS
One Cent isn't much MONEY

But little as is, if you will invest it in
a postal card and address it to us, ask
ing for our New Catalogue, it will be
the means of acquainting you with one
of the most desirable lines OF
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
ORDER OF PUBLICATION.
In do Orphnns Conrt ror CcciI Cnnn1r.

In the matter of the estate of Erncstine Cool
deceased.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18

Your local dealer could rot produce
the equal of this range for less than
SIS, 1t is made of best pig iron, burns
both coal and wood, and is guaranteed
a good Baker and Heater. We also
guarantee its safe delivery.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
ORDER NISI.

Edmund Clifford VS.. George W. Clifford.
In the Circuit Court for Cecil county. Ii
Equity No. 2lG0.
The Cecil Whig. [volume] (Elkton, Md.) 1841-current, 1899-03-18
No. 1886.
REPORT OF THE CONDITION
OF THE
National Bank of ElktOn

AT ELkTOT, IN THE STATE OF MARYLAND,
AT THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS
FEBRUARY 4th, 1880.
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FURNITURE
AND CARPETS

i'll America, and save you many dollars.
Could you invest cent to better adj
vantage Think it over.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24

La Grippe is again epidemic.
Every precaution should be taken
to avoid it. It's specific cure is
One Minute Cough Cure. \. j.
Shepherd, Publisher Agricultural
Journal and Advertiser, Elden,
Mo, says: "No one will be disap-
pointed N using One Minute
Cough Cure for La Grippe. -"
Pleasant to take, quick to act.
\ nti-MonopoIy Drug Store, Ocala,
Fla.
Whitman's fine candies: also
LoWnev's fine chocolates received
once Il week. Always fresh.
Beautiful packages. They rep
resent the Highest attainment Of
the confectionery art. Call and
see them at 7. W. Troxler's.
Mr.. S. \. Facklcr, editor Of the
Micano2y CFIaJ Hustler, with
his wife and children, suffered
terribly from Ia Grippe. One
Minute Cough Cure was the only
remedy that helped them. 1t
acted quickly. Thousands Of
others use this remedy as
specific for La Grippe and its
eXhausting after effects. Never
fails. Autobiography Drug Store,
Ocala, Fla.
5000 and 11.50 will buy you
fine imported clay or serge suit
at j. J. FuIler'S.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24

Healthy, happy children make
better men and women of us all.
\ little care and little planning
before birth - often more import
ant than &nythin@ that can be
done after. On tic mothers
health and strength depend the
life and the future Of the children.
\ weak and eicKiy woman cannot
bear strong and healthy children.
Most OF The weakness Of women
IS utterly intXcusabie. Proper
care and proper medicine VII
cure almost any disorder Of the
feminine organism. DR.. Picrce's
Favoritc Prescription has been
tested Iii thirty years Of practice.
1t is healing, soothing, strength
ening. Il is perfectly natural in
It's operation and effect. By its
use, thousands OF weak women
have been made strong and
healthy = have been made the
mothers Of strong and healthy
children. Taken during gesta-
ton, 1T makes childbirth easy and
almost painless and insures the
well being of both mother and
child. Send 21 cents in one-cent
stamps to Worlds Dispensary
Medical Association, Buffalo, n.
Y, and receive DR.. PIerce's zoos
page Common Sense Medical
Adviser" profusely illustrated.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24

Food does more harm than
good when not djgcsttd. kodol
Dyspepsia Cure digcsts what you
cat. 1t prevents wasting diseases
and cures stomach troubles. 1t
cures indigestion, sour stomach
and belching, and allows Il worn
out stomach rest. It acts in
stantly. Anti-Monopoly Drug
Store, Ocala, Fla.
For d nice, fresh box Of candy,
call on Us. We get a small guam
tity at a time, therefore We can
always give YOU fresh goods.
Garrett & Gerig, PostolIice drug
store.
Paul Perry Of Columbus, Ga,
suffered agony for thirty years,
and then cured his Plies by using
DcWitts Witch Hazel Salve. 1t
heals injuries and skin diseases
like magic. Autobiography Drug
Store, Ocala, Fla.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
Working Night and Day

The busiest and brightest little
thing that ever was made is DR..
Kings New Life Pills. every
pill is q sugar-coated globule Of
health, that changes weakness
into strength, listlessness into
energy, brain fag into mental
power. They're wonderful in
building up the health. Only 25c
per box. Sold by Garrett &
Geri",
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
READ THIS

To insure a happy new year,
keep the liver clear and the body
vigorous by using De Wits Lit
tie Early RiserS, the famous little
pills for constipation and liver
troubles. Anti-Monopoly Drug
Store, Ocala, Fla.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
Fire Wood Cheap

A big load of stove wood, cut
any length and delivered to your
house for rs cents. \ cord, cut
any length and delivered fol
$2.T5. A tWo-horse load feet
long, delivered for IS cents.
Give me your orders. | am we'll
equipped to fill them.
J. G. HAGOOD.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
Floods SaySa DagiEla

l. in the refrigerator at Tie ice
factory.
The steering committed was
augmented to five, and Ncssrs.
Rcardon and Harris were added.
Ga motion Of Judge Hooker &
special committee, consisting Of
ID. f: McIver, w. G.. JeffordS and
G. G. Todd, was appointed TO IN
tervieW Simon Benjamin, mana
ger Of the ice factory, and set all
the facts and data about prcserv-
Ing meat and the probable cost
Of a packing plant.
With some discussion about OK
emptiDg factories from taxation
and with Mr.. Reardon flying his
tcn-acre farm project in the up
per current of oratory, the meet
ing adjourned to assemble at the
call of the chairman.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
Seed Corn

j. B. Sutton has received a car
load Of seed corn, the cheapest
ever offered in the state. Ask
for prices, wholesale or retail.
1m-dW and w IA
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
Don't Tobacco Spit ana Smoke Your Life Away.

To quit tobacco easily and forever, bc mag
netic. full OF life nerve and vigor, take No-To-
BAG, the wonder worker that makes weak men
strong. All druggists zoe or 81. Cure guaran-
teed Booklet and sample free. Address
Sterling Remedy Co, Chicago or New York
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24

Nov. E0joyinG Che Best G. Health,
viii! Digestion Perfect.

oily mother was subject to ,.c.. heaG-
aches and mitigation for owe. year.
Size vas unable to stand for cur I-ngth
Of time, ana was Obliged % stay n a dsrl,
room a. she could NJ; bar the light. She
had no appetite whatever 40 he-ztomaca
was 50 weak she could not retain what
food she did cat. She also had severe
pains in her head. She suffered 50 much
that she became but the shadow of her
self. One day happened to read tes-
timoniaI about Hoods SarsaparlIIa. 1t
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
They Met-They Talked


to secure a meeting of citizens to
consider measures to promote the
citY's prosperity met with sue
cess. There was n large gather
ing at the city hall last evening.
Gen. Bullock was elected chair
man. The editor of the Star
stated what be knew Of a request
made to hin by letter, through
Mr.. l.. OttcnSoSer, viz that par
ties were looking for a site on
which TO locate u cotton knitting
factory. Ihe proposition did not
state what 'HFY wanted, but the
sentiW'h> Oi IN" meeting was to
give them tht earth and throw
in Ocaia, IS these people propose
to employ 200 operators and Gre
ate weekly paNroIi OF 3'ooo'
Alderman 0mIth h1d learned
from Mr. IL \. AIRED VINO the
parties were ana that their com
mercl1i S'anolnS was 5000.
o. Inc CHAIRMAN appointed MesSrs
ChamoIIss, bIttinger anG Smith
committee to ascertain the
wants OF the parties, and also to
learn all about the Marti City
property, winch 1T was thought
"ou'd be admirably adapted TO
QUE purpose
mr. ChaHo'lSS told OF what q
1oR IictOfleS had done Tor barns
WE, ia, ana Kew. w. Il. Bog2rt
F'hted me reVlVl1yln9 power OF a
i1@orN on " village III New orH'
nose present fu'ly appreciated
thtocheil5' q f4c6ory won bTlnG
ane needed no Oratory to lntcnSl-
~ heir convictions.
Layor R4ardon spoke cloquent-
~ If what nature had done for
Marion county. He dilated on
his ten-acro farm scheme. and
won over several forty acres then
and thpre-but nary mule.
Brother Harris asked him if he
had ever read Peter Henderson
Give acres annie scooe of earth
to make a living and money on"
He said. be- hcsA not, The same
asked him as a son to the manor
born. about growing slrar cane
and if it could supply a factory
if located in Ocala. He said he
had seen miles of it both to the
east and southeast of Ocala-
when it was a great industry.
Judge Hooker referred to a con-
Qcrsation he had with Bishop
Gambler, who Informed him that
in South Georgia a pork packing
house had been successfully es-
tablishcd, which was of great
service to th2t section Of the
state. Why not esta blish one in
OcaIa:? He believed there would
be money in if for the factory and
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1899-01-24
4 TEXAS WONDER
Halls Great Discovery

one SINAI bottle rr Halls Grea. Dis
cov,ry curts all kidney and bladder
troubles. removes gravel. cures T.ah,..-.
ialnal emi--j.--. wal, and Iarl- bl,E-.
rh"uuar.-m Hnja'i irregularities If the
kidney, ana bladder in both mrr al
>."mrn. Regulates bladder trouble i'm
c'iiir. "a. /; not @yii lay your 'lruI.,i
viii lie. sent hy mail ou rr-yip; of 4.
One small bottl" Is two months treat
m,rt. and Will cure any case above
mentioned j.. ". HALF.
SylrlIlnufacturyr p. o. Box 2i>. Waco,
Texas.
Sold - the Anti-Nonopoly drug store
Ocala. Fla.
READ THIS
Dr. I. ". Hall. Waco. Tyxas-Dear
Sir: Please ship M three dozen Halls
Great Discovery 10y first express. | have
sold over one gross since Feb. II. 1>g~. l..
gives perfect satisfaction ami / recon-
mend il TO my customers.
Yours truly. III. c. GROVES,
Proprietor Anti-Monopoly Drugstore
Ocald, Fla, Dec. -. 1898.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1899-10-29
ARREST FOR HAVING MONEY,
Police Of Vienna Suspicious of Per-
sons Displaying Unusual Wealth
-Ercqucntly Eat Humble Pic.


There is al old story, >h:ch goes
down from generation to generation,
among the merry Niennese, Of how a
gay young noblcman Won I; curious
wager. He declared that it was quite
possible 10 be taken up by the Vienna
police without committing any crime
whatever. 10 prove this Count Sander
appeared one Gay, STABILITY dressed, at
an obscure inn. ordered some refresh
lnents, and paid with the Austrian
equivalent for u 6 100 note. which he
pulled! out Of he shaft 81 his tlilapi,!ateu
topboot. This was quite sufficient 10
bring q guardian Of law and order upon
the scene, who took the ''prisoner" 10
the nearest police station in order 1Ea,
he might Justify the possession Of "a
much wealth.
The Vienna Of to-day is vastly differ
eNt, III most respects. from the Vienna
Of the time Of gay Count sander. This
however. does not prevent similar acci-
dents from. happening. Thus. tile Ger
'nhn papers arc Just now t1l!l Of right
cou> indignation because q German WAS
taken up the other day ~ ali Nus, Ran
detective When he tried to change a
4 zoe note 1T midnight il a Vienna cafe
1t was only II the police station ,ha1
the detective could DC convinced Of Tie
fact that even an honest man might o.
cIsionaily have u Goo no,c.iu Ills nos
session. and that il is even possible he
may wish 10 exchange it at !, restaurant,
j'ut even this recent occurrence did
not suffice 10 qncnch the zeal Of The
Nicnnesc detective. Only IL few DAYS
alter the episode With the German
croesus foreigner drove llp 70 n Men
M night cafe. sat down, ana ordered !,
bottle Of champagne. Night cnb, cham
payne, foreign accent these were
quite enough to cause such emotion
that the band ceased playing for a
moment. However. the stranger was
lovially Inclined; treated everybody
the musicians included. TO chnnparre
ices, etc, and all went on 1nrrrilv till =
hand was laid upon his shoulder, and q
how voice sail, into his ear: .Don'tmalle
a fuss and como With me at once"
= with YOU. the stranger OK
CLAIMED. is 1t to ano1 her cate you wish
to take lnca"
Not exactly was the reply. you
come TO the police station with me ana
explain Who You are and where The
money comes from Which YOU arc scat
tering about 50 freely"
The criminal Offering the man of
law and order u seat in his cab. did rs
he was hidden. and once more the Wen
ma police had TO eat humble bic. and
beg pardon Of the stranger who, so far
from being fraudulent, or worse, was
only fussian trying to get rid of some
Of MS great wealth in the gayest capital
Of Europe.
IT IS % be hoped that the zeal Of he
Austrian detective Will, after This, be
blended With a little moro ,!iscrc1;on
fhan his hitherto been tie casc.-s.
Pauls Budget.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1899-10-29
IT TOUCHED HER.
Thc Stationery the Soldier Wrote a.,
Caused The IndifYercnt erie
Heart to soften

ne recent marriage OF an cN-sol(licr
1zom the First infantry, who conG,C1e1
his courtslip by CORES pondcncc from,
'he front. set thc conversational bah
Eoling In i hotel lobby Tic OF hrr nir},
ah'' one OF those present told Il quaint
Story haNca pretty cousin" he sii,i
VINO knew Il chap in EooSrycIl's roiini,
riGcrs. He was i South Carolina hoy
and had been ccurling her Il rood ,yl,ile
without the slightest rncourarc,ncut
It was sort of DE-. Fell casc-shc h.,
no reason. but simply didn't like linn.
Vel, when The regiment started FOR
'hc front lie began q write her letters,
ana hp-:op letters they wrrc-brirh,
cheer, full Of graphic description ana
ht enc same time gently pressing his
suit, but they made no special impress
son. My cousin used o hand EN- round
1or the family 70 read, Which was the
worst possible sign, and While her an
s"ers We're friendly, they We're cert:lin-
~ nothing more. Then came tie fir,,,-
ing, and after the stor1ninw Of san Juan
hll ! naturally supposed tie rough
riaGr would have things all his own way,
but the girl was apparently as cold as
ever. 10 come TO the point. She showed
10 signs Of weakening until one day i
letter arrived in q Gu"cr-loolng dirty
brown envelope. The letter itself was
scrubbed on piece Of coarse wrappinr
paper, and the tier apolo-izcd bv say
ing it was the only thing he could find
~ The entire camp. When my cousin re-
ccivcd it her eyes lit up. Her inlarina-
ton was touched. She began to realize
the horrors Of war. The next letter. was
written on the back or an cnlbn!.ncd
beef label and when she read il She she'd
tears. The next was two feet long and
one inch wide, being the margin cllt or
OF an Old newspaper. II caused her 10
weep some more, and when still another
mssire arrived, penncd on the reverse
side OF q dirty linen collar, She opcnlv
surrendered and announced to tic
household that she was engaged. They
we're married last April, and arc as Low
ing as pair Of turtle doves. But was
all on account Of that eccentric sta
tloncry~ II my -law had pro
viGcd himself with box OF scented
note paper he would still be single.
Nothing like visible signs Of privation
TO move Il woman's heart. IN. o. Times
Democrat.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1899-10-29
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