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The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-02-20
A WOMAN'S HEROISM.
A True Story of the American
Revolution.
Revolution.

n 1RECTLY after their wedding day
II yoVng Mr.. and Mrs. Fisher had
gone TO theiz new home. 1t is true,
this was only a rude little building,
but it was better than most of the
houses in North Castle, and, ind eed.
in all Westchester county, n. Y, for
the matter of that; and the young
wife had been supremely happy. There
was the same rugged aspect to the
country then as now, and the huge,
moss-covered granite powders, the
wooded hillsides and winding valleys,
and beyond all the glistening waters
Of the sound, provided a landscape
upon which Mistress Fisher never
tired Of gazing.
But the young people were not to be
left to the peaceful enjoyment Of their
new home. The war clouds which
had long been gathering broke IN d
storm, and among the first to respond
TO his cOuntry's call was Mr.. Fisher.
Enrolled II Maj. Paulding's band of
patriots, he speedily became one of
the most trusted Of Washington's
sCDulS III the SO-CdlLEu uEulIdE RIOuflQ.
But his young wife, left to herself.
was as bold of heart as her husband,
and soon found many methods of dis
playing a courage and loyalty as
strong as his.
After the battle at White Plains she
had gone TO the camp and nursed the
wounded continentals with a care
which endeared her to all the soldiers.
and when Washington himself had en-
camped near her home she had pro-
vided for his table in such a manner
as TO call forth the thanks of the great
commander in words which were long
after cherished in the family. When
the army had departed she returned
TO her home, but the stirring eXpe-
riences in the camp were to be fol-
lowed by still more stirring eXpe-
riences in the neutral ground. Prowl-
ing bands of tories and Hessians sent
out from New York soon created a
veritable reign Of terror. Possessions
were stolen, homes were burned. and
in the awful rage which was begotten
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-02-20

Of the war it almost seemed as if
every mans hand was lifted against
his neighbOr.
StillyOung Mistress Fisher remained
alone in her home, cheered by the oc-
casional visits of her husband, and on
rare occasions fleeing 10 the shelter
of COney hill with her neighbors when
it was reported that larger band of
marauders than usual was approach
ing; but for the most part she stayed
behind 10 guard her few possessions
and defend her home. And she well
knew that her presence was demand
ed. At one time a force of red-coats
had carried away with them the roam
colt. which was her own special pride
and property; but, Undismayed, she
had mounted the other horse, which
had been left behind, and ridden
straight 10 the British camp at Nor
risania. and with flashing eyes had de-
manded of the captain the return of
her possessions. The officer had
laughed, and, moved perhaps by her
very bOldness, had granted her re-
quest -144G Aau lNAN A-4C NeA-4A l. AIcAAAAS
the roam colt behind her.
Of late matters had become steadily
worse. The visits of the marauders
had increased, while those of her hus-
band were less and less frequent.
And. indeed, twice had he had such
an experience that, eager as she was
TO see him, the young wife had tear
fully begged of him not to make the
attempt again.
At one time he had been traced by
the redcoats. hoping to capture the
bold scout, and not long after he had
entered the house his enemies had
surrounded the place and boldly called
upon him 10 surrender. Mistress Fish
er. terrified but undaunted, had lifted
the rough boards of the kitchen floor
and concealed her husband beneath
them. and then, with an appearance
Of boldncss she was far from feeling,
had faced the soldiers and hidden
them search The house, search
which proved unavailing.
At another time-and the young
wife could never repress the shudder
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which crept over her at the recollec-
tiOn-he had been surprised by the
band of Blindberry, the most detested
Of all the tories in the neutral ground,
and unable to escape had been seized
by the men and hidden to give over
the gold which he was supposed to
have concealed somewhere about the
place. When the young patriot had
sturdily and steadily refused, his cap
tors had led him forth into the yard
and throwing a halter over one of the
lower limbs of tree had suspended
him from it. Upon his repeated re-
fusals to reveal the hiding place they
at last left him hanging dead, as they
supposed, and departed. The grief
stricken young wife had cut down the
body of her husband, never once
thinking that he was still alive, but to
her incxpressible JOY she had discov-
ered a faint fiuttering in the heart,
and through her careful nursing he
was soon restored and more deter
mined than ever to do his part in de-
Tending his home and country against
the attacks of the Hessians and the
lawless bands which had been quick
to turn the struggle to their own adj
vantage.
And now Mistress Fisher was again
expecting a visit from her husband.
It was true, she had not received any
direct word from him. but it had been
long since she had seen him and some
how she could not shake off the feel
ing that he would come that very aft
ernoOn. Again and again she had left
her work and gone out on the low
piazza to gaze up and down the road,
but the sun had sunk lower in the sky.
the night would soon come and still
he had not appeared. She must be
mistaken, she thought, and resolute-
" strove to drive her fears and hopes
alike from her mind. But with all her
efforts she could not succeed, and as
the long shadows began to lengthen
she once more left the house to take
her stand outside and satisfy herself
that no one was in sight.
As she passed through the doorway
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1900-02-20
Could Have Shot washington.

1T was once in my power TO have shot
Gen. Washington, said British soldier
to an American as they were discuss
ing the events of the great struggle
after the concluding of peace.
Why did you not shoot him then 90
asked the American. 'You ought to
have done so For the benefit Of your
countrymen."
"The death Of Washington would
not have been for their benefit" re-
piled the Englishman. I've depended
upon him to use our prisoners kindly,
and we'd sooner have shot an officer
Of our own'"-N. Y. Herald.
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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

GLORIOUS" Items, Political and Otherwise.
Contributed to The Republican.
1t is curious that Bryan is greater
than his party and could force an ex-
ploded fallacy as plank in the par
ty platform. This is imperialism alb
solutely autocratic.
1t is curious that Republican poll
ticians insist that Mckinley is great
er than his party. This is a political
mistake.
1t is curious that every man insists
upon being called an honest man,
while truly honest man does not
worry about the world opinion. This
needs no explanation.
1t is curious how much stronger
the average citizens political belief
becomes while holding Office under
the administration. This is patriot
ism pure and indebted.
1t is curious how persistently men
of great intellectability cling to er-
roneous opinions. This is Bryanist-
ic puzzle.
1t is curious that so many insist
upon waiting for the judgment day
to decide as to the right or wrong of
their beliefs. This is bigoty gone
mad with its own conceit.
! 1t is curious the comfort some peo-
pie seem to get out of the thought
that there is to be judgment day.
This is to make the infirmities of the
heart reach from time to eternity.
1t is not curious that the Democrat
ic party makes imperialism and ex-
pansion the main issue of the cam
paign. 1t has always been opposed
to every step forward and upward in
the evolution of our country.
1t is not curious that the Dem
ocratic party is not now singing the
blessings of free trade. High tariff
prosperity sticks in its throat.
1t is not curious that Bryan is
neither consistent nor sincere in his
utterances on the issues of the cam
paign. In the classic language of the
day, ''he is onto his job, and his sole
aim is not truth but persuasion.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02
Our Talents.

To the Editor of The Republican.
Unto one man gave five talents,
unto another two and unto another
one; each according to his ability"
Thus it is that our talents are lent
us. One man may have several and
use them all and succeed; another
may only have two, but he uses them
and succeeds as his fellow man, and
another may have only one which he
hides. OF what profit is it to him or
to the one who lent it to him? None
at all,
We each have at least one talent.
How are we using it? Let us look.
Here is man who can till the soil and
plan and build house. He uses all
his talents and is brought into notice
because of his diligence. Another
has but one talent and he had to
study hard and search long ere he
found it, for it was deep meath the
soil of his intellect, but he unearthed
it and he came before men as a hero
because he kept to his one talent and
it brought him renown. Another
man had one talent; he knew it, but
he folded it in a napkin and hid it
in the earth" and after awhile this
was taken from him because of its
disuse and he became a vagabond.
There is a familiar figure on the
streets of the town, who is an offense
to some people and an object of pity
to nearly all, who, had he used his
talents, would be one of the brightest
lights of our country. He could
shine in literature or in art, but he
has buried his talents almost beyond
"human ken" He doesn't look as
though he had the talent to paint
any face, save his OVID, and he has
not been mindful of the combining OF
colors, for purple and red do not
naturally harmonic.
Each one can and should cultivate
the talent of being pleasant and being
wanted or needed for to know or tC
feel that you are essential to some
ones happiness is pleasure to all
Let each one try to find his or he,
talent and cultivate it and to tina
add cheerfulness and unseltishness
then note the change in all.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

ing the negotiations and turn over
the supposed enormous profits to the
farmers. This proposition sounded
well in the rural districts when it was
first discussed, but there was difficult
ty in persuading members of Con-
gress to adopt it, and finally the
farmers were convinced of its folly.
The old way of buying and selling
cotton has proven to be better for
the South, seeing that this section is
now growing about ten million bales
Ia year, and the staples is selling for
ten cents Il pound.
Whenever opportunity offers, the
Populists lose no time in demonstrate
ing that they are cranks. They seem
to learn nothing by experience. The
people of this country are not ready
to have Congress attempt all sorts of
foolish experiments which the Popu
lists are continually seeking to put
into operation in the states where
they can elect their own legislatures.
Judging by the past, if Bryan were
elect d, there is no telling to what
limits the folly of the Populists would
carry the government.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02
Jine the Democrats.


The Cumberland Nears says that
Samuel L. Gill is the oldest passenger
conductor now running on the Balti-
more and Ohio Railroad. His career
as a railroad man has been marked
with many stirring events, especially
during the Civil War, when he, with
his crew, was on several occasions
placed in rather perilous predica-
ments, all of which he managed to
get out of. One of the most notable
adventures he experienced during
the war was at Bloomington, at the
foot of 17-mile grade. He was as
usual at his post of duty when his
train was stopped by McNeafs com
mand and Mr.. Gill was made
prisoner by the Confederates. His
train was set on fire and completely
DESTROYED At another time as he
was on his way westward over the
Third division the crew of which he
was conductor was warned at
Twenty first bridge not to proceed
| farther, as the Confederates had
taken possession of keyser, and he
would be captured. Using his better
Judgment he returned to Cumber-
land. He was born near Brookville,
Montgomery county, Md, October s,
1888. In February, 1856, when only
IS years old, he began work on the
Baltimore and Ohio as track hand.
He followed this humble vocation
about five months, when he secured a
position as passenger brakeman be-
tween Piedmont and Wheeling. In
this position he served the Baltimore
and Ohio three years, when he was
sent to Bellaire, Ohio, as checkman
He remained at Bellaire one year in
charge of checks. In 1860 he was
installed as baggage-master, which
position he filled until 1868, when he
was promoted to passenger conduc
tor. He is now serving his thirty
eighth year as passenger conductor
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

JUDGING from Prof. William Bull
lock Clark's report it looks very much
as if our neighbors in Garrett county
would have to continue to get their
gold from the Klondike. Garrett
county is not without material riches
of a promising character, even if her
gold veins are commercially valueless,
for she is probably destined to be an
important coal producer, and her
lumber, sheep and maple sugar in
dustries are already famous.-Cumb-
erland News.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

IF Is a good thing the Democratic
party has no reputation to lose for
accuracy of statement. Facts are
stubbornly against them. They are
wrong on silver. They are wrong in
predicting distress in Porto Rico.
They are wrong in predicting the
doom of the Republic in the event of
McKinley's reelection, and they are
wrong by about million and half
votes in their forecasts as to the cleo
ton of their candidate in November.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02
Populists In Full Control.

If the result of the deal among the
Democrats, Silver Republicans and
Populists in Kansas is to be taken as
an indication of how the campaign is
to be conducted in the West for Bry-
an the conservative men in the party
know what to expect. The Popullsts
overruled the Democrats and whip
ped into line the Silver Republicans,
and naturally took the best offices for
themselves. The platform is thor
oughly saturated with Populism.
War is declared upon the railroads,
which have done more to develop
Kansas than all the orators of that
party in the state, and desire is eX-
pressed to smash corporations in gen
eral.
The Populists want state oil re-
finery established so that native oil
can be supplied to the people at cost
proposition that bears a resem
blance to the plan proposedlby pop
ulist some years ago i'll Congress
that the United States government
should buy up cotton, wheat and
corn, store them in big houses to be
built by the government, and holC
the products until customers abroad
could be compelled to pay as high {
price as the Populists could exact
! Then the government was to deduc
for itself the actual cost of conduct
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02
ItHeIped Win Battles.

Twenty-nine officers and men wrote
from the Front to say that for
Scratches, Bruises, Cuts, Wounds,
Sore Feet and Stiff Joints, Bucklen's
Arnica Salve is the best in the world.
Same for Burns, Skin Eruptions and
piles. % cts. box Cure guaranteed.
Sold by all druggists.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

THE beauties of political nomen-
clature may be seen from the fact
that Mark Hanna is boss Cleve-
land for insisting on having his way
was stubborn but when Bryan
dictated the Kansas City platform he
WAS firm
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

IT MIGHT be well for Bryan to ar
range with his publishers to get out
a limited edition of 1.-The Second Bat
tle," and begin to prepare matter for
explaining how it happened.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

PRESIDENT MCKINLEY describes
the Republican Imperialism as fol-
lows: "To the party of Lincoln has
come another supreme opportunity
which it has bravely met in the liber-
alton of 100000 of the human fam
lily from the yoke of imperialism.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

THE Tammany Ice Trust is coming
fever and thirst into such handsome
profits that their Mayor is receiving
an annual dividend of $35, 900 on his
stock. This is no political canard,
for the Democratic Mayor confessed
it under oath on the witness stand
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

better get their lumber at the right
shop.
Having done little or nothing in an
official way the Board felt uncomfort
able. hurry looked upon the Anne
Arundel leaders with a vengeful eye.
They were evidently assuming that
they could boss things. They were
invading his field of prerogative. He
was the vice gerent of German, and
the Boss, and the heirs and presump-
ton of these little fellows from Anne
Arundel were intolerable. DR.. Her
ring could not stand the smell of these
tide water people. 1t made him sick,
and as soon as Grouse decided what
he ought to do he would go home.
Smith was SO badly out of humor
that he called up Janitor Sullivan
and told him in his most ferocious
tone that he must have head. Sui
livan thought he had colored head
down in the annex that was ripe for
execution. Bring him forth" yelled
his majesty, cor in my just wrath at
these Anne Arundel rebels l may
smite some innocent man. and AL
| fred Parsons, colored, of Hartford coun-
| ty, keeper of furnaces, was instantly
| decapitated, and a Democrat from
Baltimore city now rules in his place.
| There is no improvement to note in
the management of the department
affairs. understand the Adiutant
Generals department is closed nearly
half the time. The clerk who was
forced upon General Saunders comes
down from Baltimore occasionally, as
he stated he would, and remains one
day generally. He receives $780, a
month.
| In the Land Office one of the clerks
besides the Chief is at his desk pretty
regularly. Mr. Brewington, of Vic
omico, has not appeared at his desk.
Whether his name is on the pay roll,
and a warrant issued by the Comp
troller or not, | am not able to say.
But will take such measures as |
can to ascertain the truth of the mat
ter. No one knows anything of the
movements of Chief Clerk Grouse, of
the Comptroller's Office He is not
regarded as the actual chief, and no
one having business at the Comptrol-
ler's office thinks of applying to
Grouse in the matter, for the reason
that he is seldom there The Comp
troller issues a warrant for his pay
($150.00) every month, however, and
) no doubt thinks the State owes the
money. L. Z. MCCARDELL.
Cash Paid for Choice butter and Fresh
Eggs.
] will pay one-half cash for all
choice butter and eggs at Is cents
l for eggs and 90 cents for butter, or
{ 124 cents for eggs and II cents for
, butter, all cash. Let all come. All
that see this advertisement say to his
neighbor, come and do well'
S p. II. CARTWRIGHT,
e Mt. Lake Park, Md.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1900-08-02

THE Republicans will be satisfied
with nothing less than a majority of
100000 in the state of New York this
fall, and they feel confident of secur-
ing il.