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Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
MARKETING THE COMING WHEAT CROP.
A Serious Condition Caused by the Closing
of the Philadelphia Grain Eleva-
tors to All Grain Coming
nv Wafer

The Philadeldhia Elevators have
closed their doors to all grain coming
by water What is the grower of wheat
to do with his next crop is a question
that affects not only him, but all who
are in business in this town.
1t Is not because the elevators are
full, for that has not been the case for
over one year. There is a cause for it,
and every man should endeavor to
know that cause and apply the remedy
best suited to his case
If no wheat can be carried by water,
there will be no buyers OF wheat to go
that way. 1t will then leave but one
way open and but one buyer. The
point of delivery will be in many in
stances, miles away and the extra ex-
pense and time of hauling will fall on
the grower. But not on the grower
alone, but on all men in business, for
the net returns to the farmers will be
from two to six @ to 81 cents less per
bushel than if he had nearer point of
delivery and could sell to parties able
to handle by water. The grower of
wheat gets little or no profit out of his
crop, even under favorable circum-
stances, and cannot afford any further
reduction.
Cutting down his income from this
source, makes him less able to pay his
bills or force him to do without some
of the necessities of life.
1t is not only for the grower, but the
merchant to study this question and
endeavor to solve the problem, and the
time Is short in which to do it. Such
a fact as elevators refusing to receive
water borne" grain, has been un
known in the past and there must be
some reason for such action and there
must be some remedy. In q few
months we will have harvest and as
soon as wheat can be put in market
able condition, it will be for sale. i
comes at time when all are busy anC
the time taken TO haul a crop five o.
six miles more, is valuable time at tina
season. 1t will not do to wait unit
you are ready to sell to correct this
condition of affairs. Now is the time
and the remedy is in your own hands
only awaiting for you to apply it ant
restore matters to the same position
when the elevators would receive a
any time grain offered them from an.
source.
The following is a note from @. B
Rowley, manager of the Girard POin
Storage Company to Mr.. A. E. Jar
dine of this town, explaining the situa
tiOn to our wheat grawers.
Replying to your favor of the 6tl
inst, the elevators of this Company
having been constructed to receiv
grain by rail only, it is extremely in
convenient and, at times, impossibl
for us to receive river borne grain
Only one of our three elevators can a
all receive such grain, and there onl
by means of floating elevator trans
ferring the grain from boats to house
thus obstructing the loading berth {
ocean steamers.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

WHILE the Legislatur- uf our
State caused a great deal OF cha
grin at the failure to authorize a
vote at the next election on the
question of license or no license in
Kent county, which, in accordance
with provision in the new consti-
tutioned seemed sopopular at the be-
ginning of the session, there are
evidences of a growing sentiment
in favor of prohibition in other
States, especially in New York.
Thus, Tompkins county, which in
cludes the city of Ithica, and which
at the contest of two years ago had
only three prohibition towns, voted
for the prohibition of the sale OF
liquor at the recent election, in all
but one town. No license won
also in five towns of Wyoming
county, and in Yates county there
were similar victories. Two years
ago Dundee voted for license by
three hundred and thirty-one ma
jority; this year it voted no license
by one hundred and twenty-eight
majority. Efforts are to be made
in Lewis, Suffolk, Niagara,
Schenectady and Warren counties
where elections take place mex
month. This movement they pro.
posed to start in every town that
offers any promise of success.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
TaylOr'S Bridge Party.

A very enjoyable party was given at
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. Benjamin
David near Taylor's Bridge last Tues
day evening, the.21st inst. The even
ing was very pleasantly spent in games
and various other amusement after
which all were invited to the dining
room where a sumptous repast was
served. Among those present were:
Misses Carrie Stats, Edith Swinney,
Mary Rawley, Jessie Stats, Clara
Coming, Ola David, Elsie Stats, Ida
David, Lizzie Sebold, Laura David,
Mrs. Higgins, Mrs. Frank David,
Mrs. John David. Messrs. Ed. Hur-
lock, Oliver Stats, Clifton Severson,
Henry David, John Rawley, Will Guy,
Archy Higgins, Elmer David, Will
Warner, John Severson, Elwood David,
Will Newcomb, and Mr.. Ben David.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

A CIVIC or business invasion of
Cuba appears the result this year,
following that of the army of last
year. A correspondent writing last
week from Havana said:
Walking the streets of any
Cuban city to-day one is reminded
of the war song:
"We are coming, Father Abraham
three hundred thousand more"
In Havana alone there are up
ward of ten thousand civilian
Americans, of both sexes and all
classes and conditions; and still
they come, by every boat OF few
of this peaceful army of invasion
can it truthfully be said: "Thor
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
Story of a Slave

To be bound hand and foot for years by the
chains OF disease is the worst form of slavery
George d. Williams, of Manchester Mich, tells
how such slave was made free. He SAYS INV
vile has been so helpless Tor five years that she
could not turn over in bed alone After using
TWO bottles Of Electric Btters she is wonderfully
improved and able to do her own work" This
supreme remedy for female disorders quickly
cures nervousness, sleeplessness, melancholy
headache, backache, fainting and dizzy spells
This miracle working medicine is godsend to
weak, sickly, run down people. Every bottle
guaranteed. Only so cents. Sold by Jas p
druggist, Clay ton.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
RamarknhIa Rasnna

Mrs. Michael Curtain. Plaintied, ILL.,, makes the
on her lungs: she was treated for a month by her
family physician, but grew worse. He told her
she was hopeless victim of consumption and
that no medicine could cure her. Her druggist
suggested Dr. Kings New Discovery for CSn-
sumption; she bought bottle and to her delight
found herself benefited from the first dose She
continued its use and after taking six bottles
found herself sound and well: now does her own
housework, aud is as well as she ever was. Free
trial bottles of this Great Discovery at Jas p Hof
fecker's, drug store, Smyrna, and T. L. MasoA's
drug store. Clayton. Only so cents and sl.0O.
every bottle guaranteed.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

OFFICIAL reports from Manila
say the health of the troops there is
improving. The sick rate has de
creased from Is to 9 per cent, and
this, although the weather has
grown intensely hot and the sickly
season is approaching.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
EASTER MUSIC PREPARATION.
Carols to be Sung at Our Different Churches
on Sunday Morning and Evening Next.

Next Sunday will be Easter Day.
IT is observed in our churches as day
of gladness-in song and fowers-be-
cause it commentaries the resurrec-
ton of Christ, and his triumph over
death.
AT the Episcopal Church it will be
dav of more than usual significance.
not only because of the celebration of
the Eastertide, but because in addi-
ton it will be the first Sunday of the
new rector, Rev. Henry Thomas,
before the congregation of ST. Peters.
The following constitutes the music
that the choir will render in cOmmem-
grafton of the event:
l. Hymn-No. 12l.
ii. Christ Our Eastman
III. Gloria
~. lie Eastman
Eastman
vi. Hymn No. Ill.
VII Kyre ..Tuekerman
VIII Gloria Tibi Paxton
TX. Hymn-No. ll6
X Oertory-If ye Love" Simper
XI. Presentation.
XII CamiGge
XIII. Hymn-NO 225,
XIV. Gloria in Chant
XIV. Hymn No nS
The Presbyterians will observe the
day with a greater effort at song than
is usually the case. Sunday morning
an Easter sermon will be given by
the pastor, Rev. j. L. Estlin on the
Resurrection, and the music through
this service and the song service OF
the evening will be as follows:
Prelude Calm on the Morn" A. Beirly
OffertOry-SOlO The Resurrection" .........HoldeT
CHORAL sERvICE-NIGHT.
Chorus" Halleluah. Hallelujah Hal
| C'ngIt gatiOual Hymn.
| ufertOry-SOlO.
| Duett Cnrnets-"The Wayside Chapel" vi sol
Duet-"Olvet ,'giIrie
| Chorus Easter song OF GlNIne ,. ....i '.irIe
| Congregational Hymn.
Chorus and SOlo-"MOru of joy ........ tial
SOlO-COnet-"Al Souls Day"
Duet and ChuruS-"Bells of GladneSs .........Prio
| Ch0rus-"JesuS is Risen To Day" ..........H Hughe
| Congregational Hymn.
At the Methodist church the follow
ing anthems will be rendered:
Awake Thou That Seepest .Staine
| Hymn.
They Have Taken Away My Lord. Staine
"The strife is Ger .....................R. De Rood
The two last will be repeated at thu
evening service. The pastor, Rev. G
A. Hill. will preach on Easter sub
| jects. The Christian EndeavOr So
ciety will also have exercises pertain
ing to Easter. 1t will be led by Mis-
Arie Hynson.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

A ''Musical and Literary Entertain
ment'' will be given at Centennial
f6afGn RH Grn on ETia9y of evening Bed%T me9 Se
participants will be the teachers err OF the
if % be- Se MeE assisted 0f'S bT t6e fGgH Ter T9s He
Star Quartetee, of Smyrna. The col
Horsey, teacher, will give their annual
concert tomorrow night, one night be-
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Are you interested in clothing, ready
made, or are you after spring styles to
be made to order? An index to what
you want may be seen in the advertise
ment of James H. Wright, 8th and
Market street, Wilmington, seen in
another column.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29


The following bills were read and
Adams Express Co., SLIGO; Philadel-
phia, Wilmington and Baltimore Rail
road Co. $159. Az; Westinghouse Elec-
trio Manufacturing Co., $36 go. Total,
1921. 36.
Secretary Anthony followed this up
by reading the delinquent taxpayers
of '94, '95, '96, '97. The best method
of collecting these was discussed pro
and con, and Councilman Walls moved
that the delinquents of '97 be notified
to pay same and if not paid by April
18th, that the town should then pro-
ceed to collect by law. With this mo-
ton carried, Councilman Denney
moved that the secretary have 500 no.
tices printed to be used for distribu-
tiOn.
Secretary Anthony moved that an
order of $3.50 be drawn to pay election
officers, which was carried unani-
mously.
Councilman Denney moved that all
parties owing for paving done by the
town, be called on for same.
On motion of Councilman Walls, an
order for sixty-five cents was author
lied to be drawn In favor of H. S. An.
thony for book in which he has been
keeping some valuable records of the
town. 1t was the wish to have the
book become the property of the town.
He further moved that Secretary An
thony be allowed to draw an order for
a ledger in which to keep open accounts
with the town.
| Council moved that a ballot be taken
for the election of a City Collector,
whereupOn the president named Fow.
Ter and Reynolds tellers. Fowler put il
nomination Eugene Grow. There
being no other nominations, a motion
was made authorizing the secretary tc
cast the deciding ballot. MIR. Grow
has been the efficient collector for the
past year and his services have been
commended by both Democrats anC
Republicans. He has persevered per.
sistently and has performed his duties
we'll.
Council adjourned,
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

/ have been afflicted with rheuma-
tism for fourteen years and nothing
seemed to give any relief. / was able
to be around all the time, but con-
stantly suffering. l had tried every
thing l could hear of and was at last
told to try Chamberlain's Pain Balm,
which L did, and was Immediately re-
ileyed and In short time cured. / am
happy. to say that it has not since re-
turned. josh. EDGAR, Germantown,
Gal. For sale by Clifton G. Raymond.
Smyrna, and t, l.. Mason, Clayton,
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
Easter Specials

at Hanscom's means a saving of
dollars, if you do your trading
here. We have lots of good
things at prices sure to interest
you. You will be well repaid by
a visit to our store.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
WANTED.

foung man wants position in store ON
once. Has had eight years experience in in
i,s, nerscnanaasing and four years of clerical
Address, 'A'ie ence'
MERCHANT"
Times Office, Smyrna, Del.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

PRESIDENT Mckinley returned
on Monday to Washington with
new vigor of mind and body, de
rived from his short vacation in
the South.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

In addition to other improvements
at Belmont, VIM. NJ. Lewis is putting
in one of his famous Ideal Windmills.
1t Is to furnish water for the dwelling
as we'll as outbuildings.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Fresh groceries, fancy groceries,
cheap groceries, all can be had of Han
scom's, 7th & Market street. Whining
ton. Consult advertisement weekly
for bargain prices.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Go to Cummings, photographer
Post Office building, for finely finished
cabinets, mantelles etc. Here every
Wednesday. 7
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

For SALE, 900 bushels of north
ern grown Early Rose Potatoes at 81 90
bushel. Fine stock. J. E. HOLLAND,
Milford, Del. IA
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Right Goods, Right Prices, Right
Styles at Diamond State Shoe Store,
Commerce street. II
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Best made Footwear, at Diamond
State Shoe Store, Commerce street.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

At meeting of the Citizens Hose
Company last week, the same officers
were reelected for the ensuing year,
with Jos. E. Carter as Chief.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

For SALE.-5OO bushels of western
recleaned, Glover Seed, at $4OO per
bushel. Every bag tested. J. E.
HOLLAND, Milford, Del. At
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

The Ladies' Benevolent Society will
hold their regular meeting Monday
evening, April Bird at 7.30 O'Clock, at
the home of the President. SEC'Y.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

-SUBscRIPTIoN-Sl.5O per annum' IL
paid strictly in advance SlOO. No paper is
discontinued until all arrears are paid up
except at the option of the publishers.
ADVERTISEMENTS-TH SMYRNA TINES is the
business medium not only for the town 1t rep
resents, but for the outlying district of which II
is the centre embracing the towns of Clayton
Xenton, Cheswold, Leipsic, &c. A rate OF Sc
cents an inch for first insertion and 25 cents
for each subsequent insertion will be charged
OF transient advertising Locals and Reading
Notices, 10 cents perlin per issue. special
reduction on all semi-annual and yearly adver
tisementS
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

The motor for the organ of the Meth
odist church, which was injured by the
cold weather of February, did not get
fixed until last week. The organ was
however used, by the aid of boy to
pump it. Geo. W. Taylor had to m axe
pattern and have it moulded in Will
mington, for the part bursted. The
organist as we'll as the choir were
pleased to have it in use again on Sun
day.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

There is not a prettier or neater win
dow display in town than that of Miss
Elizabeth Lattomus on Commerce
street Having received a large invoice
of millinery of New York and Parish
importations she is enabled to have in
stock styles and colors to suit the most
fastidious. There is lots of the poetry
of flowers and attractive spring colors
seen in the narrow confines of her win
dow, but this is only happy sugges-
ton of the magnificent millinery goods
inside, and those who do not avail them
selves of this Spring preparation, do
not know what she is doing to meet the
wants of her customers. You can't
helped but be suited from her large as
sortment. Read her advertisement and
call in and see what that advertisement
represents.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Thoroughfare Neck turned out
largely to the funeral of Mrs. Mary A.
Collins, on Friday. There were also
twelve or fifteen relatives from Will
mington, Philadelphia &C., in attend
ance on the funeral.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Mrs. Eva X. Boehmler & Bro. have
full line of Easter Novelties. Call
and see them.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
Twentieth Century Club Drama.

On Monday night next the public
will have chance to witness a drama
given by our local talent under the
auspices of the Twentieth Century
Club, of which Mrs. Lillian H. Cloak
is chairman. The drama is entitled
"Second Floor SpOopendyke, and the
cast is as follows:
Artie Bruce-Tessie's fancee who may lose his
train, but never his nerve...JOhn p. LeFvre
Bigler JimpsOu-Who forgets to bring his nerve
but is good fellow just the same.
W. H. Brady
Col. Thomas Quinsy Ginty-Wh shoots first; ex-
plains atterwards........ Sudler
Tyrone Herbert-Leading man at the "Melpo-
meme and delight of the Matinee Girl
Phillips
Tessie Ginty-Very much engaged to Artie and
desthly afraid of"papa .::........:....:..
katherlne Beckett
Dodo Mel aren-Leading lading at the "MelpO-
meme" Has short memory but is a warm
Lillian H. Cloak
Sarah-Her maid equally struck with the stage,
Tyrone Herbert and herSet................
................ ............M Miss Helen Collins
The drama will be reproduced in two
acts and promises te be an entertaing
affair. The public should turn out
and see the performance. 1t is purely
for the benefit of the club and thus
adds special interest to the evening
Besides the program there will be a
solo rendered by Miss Ethel Rogers,
| of Clayton, entitled: "Once In a Pur-
pie Twilight. Tickets for sale at Hof-
fecker's drug store. Admission %
cents, with the privilege of reserving
seats. Children, ID cents.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
SMYRNA AND VICINITY.

Frank Bailey has q lot of new car
riages which he is selling at cost. Z
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Frank Watkins died at his home at
Smyrna Landing, on Friday, aged 81
years. Funeral services were held at
an early hour Sunday morning, con-
Quoted by Rev. E. H. Hynson, the in
terment being at Blackiston M. E..
Church.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

The Lodge of Good Templars held
its twelfth annual anniversary, We'd
nesday night. Over 20 persons were
present Those taking part in the en-
tertainment were: William FAIRIES,
Miss Alice Cole, Joseph Wright, G.
H. Register, Paul Tilghman, Miss
Vansant and l.. NJ. Price.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Rev. J. H. Mason will hold the clos
ing services of the year at Centennial
church next Sunday-sunrise, Love
feast, preaching morning and night,
and Easter services at 2 o'clock in the
afternoon. They ask the aid of friends
to help them raise sos.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

OFFICE:-Next Door to the Fruit Growers
National Bank.
Telephone, No. 10.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

he Program in Full to be Rendered Thursday and Friday
April 9th and 7th-Delegates Present from All
Parts of the State.
First session-Thursday forming April 9th
Song Service led C1Y,rR Wilmington
Appointment Of Committees H. D. "0LDH''
F4sss%igs. Fsssntiss Committee + cASTwn1
Statistical Aubrey 3A3DH1En f5H1n6
Gha%sn Gha%sn of GaPosa difV hssoaiSa assSSaion
adjournment
The music ] of the Convention will be in charge Jacob
Thursday Afternoon.
200 Song Service T. C1YMrn
$50 Topic~'What For ".... Rev J. w E.srtv
815 Topic%"'The Book The Teacher The Child"
Rev. FRANK MOORE
'-'' -S'''' Rev G. H rnrLl.
Benedict Benedieton
Third Session Thursday Evening.
7.3O Devotional Exercises l. OAhNE'"
REV. W. L. s. Mrnnrr. D. D.
PLEDGES SUPPORT STATE WORK This TINE
% stn"n - Ds'''" D'' !" the SUNDAY ''"'3 " K CROSBY.
f@S4S Bansdi5tion
Fourth SessionFriday forming April 9TH.
Song T Crvrp
Devotional Exercises. ~
$780, RgpGfts Raa Of Of CpRyenoP ai S{o1o Gommiss
1000 Convention Adourns for Sessions of Separate Conferences
SESSIONS OF SEPARATE CONFERENCES.
Ihe sessions Of these conferences tbougb
gates expected to aHend the ohere they naturally aq
os. soo osS' % % % F & r. K
SS SS Fn Te Fl fSy Ps5 e a 1n in the Mental 5
Rev. W. W.
Topic How Sunday School be Ianessed to the
Discussion
CONFERENCE OF svps.,n7snosr1s AND o,res..
Room on First Floor " " " " ~
1879 1922 Election Elect h Of SsSretary Seer & for the Session
1. 1. ELMER PERRY.
11O5 Topic The supenendens Relation Results
Discussion.
CONFERENCE TsAcHrRs- PRESIDED BY
n
@ F&o9 % sSsEs1y f2r $ b the s4ns% School,
Mrs. n NJ BROWNE
1lO5 Topic 7i.1Sasi Esashe Meetings. Importance
Discussion.
Fifth sessOn-Frday Afternoon.
200 iSRg Ds95ti6pS SsnSief Exercise. CIrHrR
s15. Reports from State Department sqperintendents:
Normal Work Rev yAUGHN s COLLINS.
Home Mrs EoTrrn Eas )" v h BpCoSso5 SaRs15
m S FPS % Tssese4 ss@ssa sspsn "as
400 TOpj9-'w4o Knows How to Retain that Boy school?"
- vania Bible Institute, Coatsvile, Pa
Singing and Adjournment
Sixth Session-Friday Evening.
T15 Song Service T. CLYMER
785 Reports Of Convention Committees
500 Memorial Service in Memory of Charles Baird
$780, Address THE Teachers High Calling" oA''D''
9OO Minute Guns from Delegates L. louisville II"
Adjournment
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Saturday was cold enough for a few
snowfakes, as had been several pre-
ceding days, and it was thought the
shad from the Delaware would number
only dozen or so, but instead there
were several score of them. The
weather has been cold for the season
since, but the appointed time for the
annual shad run has about come.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
NOTICE.

The Clayton Savings and Loan Assocla-
ton will issue a new series of Stock, known
as the Fourteenth Series, commencing WIN
Tuesday, April 18th, 1899. Anyone desH-
ing shares will apply to
JOSEPH SMTTHERS, Secretary
Clayton. Del, March 81, 1899.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29
TWENTIETH CENTURY CLUB.
Interesting Papers Read Last Friday-ResO-
lutiOns on the Death of Mrs. Sarah
Stewart-Preparing for the
Drama.

There was good attendance at
the meeting of the Twentieth Century
Club last Friday afternoon. The pro-
gram was replete with interest throu gh-
out and the papers prepared and read
by Mrs. w. ID. LeFevre, Mrs. w. H.
Janney and Mrs. F. F. Evans, respec-
lively, are spoken of as being very ex-
eellent. The following was the pro-
gram in full:
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Easter Sunday will be here in less
than a week and despite the sombre
cast of ones reflections because of the
religious significance of the coming
week there are occasional outcroppings
of the all-pervading Easter spirit.
The shop windows have exhibited it for
week or two back and femininity has
been busy planning the Easter gown
and deciding on the Easter bonnet.
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

Next Fridays program will be de-
voted to a general current events dis
cussion when each member is expected
to respond.
At the previous meeting, the follow
ing were the resolutions passed upon
the death of Mrs. Sarah E. Stewart,
who was one of the brightest members
of the Twentieth Century Club:
WHEREAS, 1t has pleased an all-wise Prov
idence to remove from our midst, Mrs.
Sarah z. Stewart, our dearly loved and
highly respected sister, therefore be it
ReSOl0ed, That the Twentieth Century
Club of Smyrna, does hereby express its
deep sense of sorrow and sympathy, realiz-
ing as it does, the loss of bright and faith
full friend and member, and be it further
ReSOlUed, That these resolutions be spread
upon our minutes and that copy be sent
to the family of the deceased.
SARAH b. REYNOLDS,
HANNA V. G. PosTLEs,
MARY F. EsTLIN,
Gam iffes
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

THE SMYRNA TIMES is published at smyrna
Del, every Wednesday afternoon.
The TIMES is an independent paper devoted TO
the welfare of the town it represents and the
state of which it is part. II also gives the
items of importance of the Eastern Shore Of
Smyrna times., 1899-03-29

You will find dress goods galore at
DeFOrds. He has a store packed full
of the latest styles and importations of
goods and the spring shopper will do
well to see the magnificent fabrics he
has on hand this spring. DeFords
store was never better prepared to meet
the wants of the public than it is this
spring and we suggest that you consult
carefully his advertisement from time
to time and call and see how tastefully
the bargain counter is conducted.