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Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

1 hereby announce myself candi
date for reelection to the office of
Constable of Metompkin district, sub
ject to the Democratic plan of maxi
ing nominations. Soliciting the sup
port of the voters OF the district, l
pledge myself if elected to faithful
discharge of the duties OF the Office.
Geo. d. Barnes,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

At the urgent request OF many
voters, hereby announce myself as
a candidate for Justice of the Peace
for Lee district, subject to the Pri
mary or any plan adopted by the
Democratic party In making nomina-
tions. II nominated and elected it
will be my pleasure as well as my
duty to serve you faithfully and eff
GENTLY.
BENZ. T. Bull,
Fair Oaks, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

NoTIcE-The undersigned hereby
gives notice that all persons who are
Indebted to the late Thomas M.
Bearn, deceased, late of Accomack
county, Virginia, but who, at time
of his decease was residing tenn
porarily at Delmar, Maryland, or to
his estate, are hereby notified to
make immediate payment OF such
Indebtedness, to the undersigned. A II
persons having claims against the
said decedent or his estate are hereby
notified to file the same, duly au-
thenticated with the undersigned
within the time limit of the law,
otherwise they may be excluded from
any benefit of said estate by the law
made and provided in such cases.
Matte II. HearD,
Adm'tx. of Thomas M. Hearn,
deceased.
Franklin City, Va, Feb, 18th, 1901
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

To my friends and fellow citizens:
Being solicited by a large number of
voters, l hereby announce myself a
candidate for the Office OF Justice of
Peace, of Metompkin District Dis
trict, subject to the decision or plan
adopted by the Democratic party,
and most respectfully solicit your
support, pledging myself il nomi-
mated and elected to serve you faith
fully and to discharge the duties of
said office upon the principles of law,
equity and justice.
Yours very truly,
Thos. b. Gillespie.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

respectfully announce myself
candidate for the Office of Justice OF
the Peace for Metompkin district and
soliciting the support of the voters of
the district, pledging myself to dis
charge faithfully the duties of the
Office if nominated and elected.
John D. Watts.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

Senator George b Keesell and Tai
four N. Haas were nominated Satur-
day by the democrats of Rockingham
county as their candidates for the
Constitutional Convention. Resolu-
lions were adopted favoring consti-
tutional revision on conservative
lines, declaring it to be inexpedient
to antag onize the provisions of the
Federal Constitution.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
SATURDAY, 18TH DAY OF MAY, 1901,

on
SATURDAY, 18TH DAY OF MAY, 1901,
free from all membranes, in
GLIDING widows dover, two
tracts or parcels of land lying
in Occahonock Neck, county Of
Northampton; the first tract is
an excellent and desirable farm,
the late residence of Julius c..
Heath, deceased, located at
GAINESVILLE, and one of the best
trucking farms in Occahonnock
Neck, within one and a half
miles of Concord wharf, re-
sources unlimited, church and
schoolhouse only a short dis
lance away, containing about
one hundred and ten Q10 A.
acres of fertile and productive
land, adapted to the growing of
all kinds of farm products. Up
on these premises is a storehouse
and granary that will be sold
with same, this storehouse and
granary is situated at James
vile, the business center of Oc-
cahonnock Neck. This tract is
bounded on the east by the
lands of H. L. Crockett and M.
NJ. Bell, the west by lands of j.
A. Mariner and G.. B. Benors,
south by land of H. P. James,
north by lands H. P. James and
Virginia s. Heath; the second
tract is chiefly woodland, but
contains two lots of cleared
land, the first having about
twelve az A. acres of good
land, and a good house upon
same; the second having about
twenty-five (25 A acres of good
land, but no house; the whole
tract containing about one him.
dred and seventy Q70 A. } acres,
and bounded on the east by
land of Chas. Nichols, west by
land of Mrs. Peter Davis, north
by Chesapeake bay, south by
land of James E. Hargis.
S. JAMES BURLINGTON,
Atty. for the heirs Of
Julius G. Heath, decd.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

l hereby announce myself candi-
date for the Office OF constable of
Pupgoteague district, subject to a
primary or any method the Demo
cratic party adopts. l promise if
elected to discharge the duties Of
said office faithfully. Feeling CRATE
full to the many friends, who stood
by me in the past and trusting may
merit their support in this contest,
am, Yours respectfully,
w. l.. Drummond,
Feb. 23d, 1901. Mappsburg, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

take this method of announcing
myself candidate for Constable for
Metompkin Magisterial District, sub
ject to whatever plan the Democrat
ic party may adopt in naming candi.
dates. l am located in the center OF
the district, and ask that the people
consider my claims before casting
their vote. 1 will endeavor, however,
to see all the people during the can
vass. If favored with the confidence
and support of the people, promise
my best effort to please the business
interests OF the district.
Very respectfully &c,
Jas. +. Berry
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

The tablet which is to be placed
upon the Virginia Historical Society
Building In Richmond, under aus
pices of the landmark committee of
the association for the Preservation
of Virginia Antiq uities, has been
finished tbs of Virginia granite
with the following inscription: 1.-The
residence of Gen. Robt. E. Lee, 1861.
1866"
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

l take this method of announcing
my candidacy for reelection to the
Office of Supervisor Of Atlantic dis
trict, subject to the primary on 9th
inst; and respectfully solicit the sup
port OF the voters OF the district.
VIM. l.. Mock.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

l take this method of announcing
my candidacy for the Office of super
visor for Lee district, subject to the
primary, and respectfully solicit the
support of the voters Of the district.
Henry o. Finney.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

I hereby announce myself candi-
date for nomination for the Office of
Justice of the Peace for Atlantic
Magisterial District, at the primary
election to be held by the Democratic
party on the 9th day of April next.
Respectfully soliciting the support of
the Democratic voters of the district,
l pledge myself, if nominated and
elected, to discharge the duties of the
Office to the best of my ability.
Yours very truly,
Samuel J. Revell.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

1 hereby announce myself candi-
date for the office of Constable in
Pungoteague district, subject to the
primary. Having the advantage OF
six years experience as Constable, l
know l can discharge the duties of
said Office faithfully and diligently.
J. b Ames.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
Candidates Cards.

announce myself a candidate for
re election to the Office OF Supervisor
of Lee District, subject to the Pri-
mary. thank the voters OF my Dis
trict for their support In the past and
solicit the same In this election.
Yours respectfully,
Alfred J. Lilliston.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

Than hiking the voters Of Lee district
for their support In the past this is
to notify them that am candi-
date for reelection to the office OF
Constable, subject to the primary,
and that l will IL nominated and
elected endeavor to continue to be
their faithful public servant.
Tank G. Kellam.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
G.. w. Turner,
Nassa wadox, Va.

The blood is constantly being puri-
fed by the lungs, liver and kidneys.
Keep these organs in healthy con
dition and the bowels regular and
you will have no need OF blood puri>
fer. For this purpose there is Lothing
equal to Chamberlain's Stomach and
Liver Tablets, one dose OF them will
do you more good than a dollar bot
tie OF the best blood purifier Price
% cents. Samples free at VIM. P.
& Co.'S. drug store.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
Candidates Cards.

Thanking the voters OF Metomp-
kin district for their support in the
past l announce myself candidate
for reelection to the Office of super
visor of said district, subject to the
primary to be held on 9th inst.
Yours respectfully,
j. W. Vessels.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

At the request of some ofmy friends
l have consented to become II candi-
date for Supervisor for Lee district,
subject to the primary, and If elect
ed ] promise to fulfill the duties OF
said Office to the best of my ability.
Yours truly,
Wesley Il. Nelson,
Accomack @. H., Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
aIuabIe Real Estate
AT
Private Sale.-

No. lis a truck farm, stu
ated in Worcester county, Md,
about one mile from the line of
Virginia, I mile from railroad
station, store and postoffice,
convenient to churches and
within / mile of school house.
The farm contains Sc acres, all
high land, and is especially
suited for growing sweet pota-
toes, more than one. half cleared
land, balance set in pine wood
land with abundance of re-
sources. Is improved by a 4
room dwelling.
No. 2-One-half Of the Wag-
ram water mills, one of the
largest and best streams on the
Shore.
No. 3-Is a storehouse and lot
situated in the town of Rehobeth,
Somerset county, Md.
The said property belongs to
the estate Of the late VIM. T.
Tull, deceased.
For particulars apply to
w. H. TULL, Executor.
Greenbackville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

Thanking my. friends for past
favors l again announce myself a
candidate for reelection for the Office
of Constable for Atlantic district
subject to the Primary. Soliciting
the support OF the voters of the dis
trict l pledge myself to faithful dis
charge of the duties of said office in
the future as have tried TO do in the
past II elected.
E. T. Ross, ST.,
Hallwood, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
Capt. E. 8. Hall.
Leemont, Va.

1 hereby announce myself a can
didate for the office OF Constable Of
Metompkin district subject to the
Democratic plan of making nomina-
tions. Soliciting the support of the
voters of the district, Ipledge my
self if elected to faithful discharge
of the duties of the Office.
F. M. Tappan.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

II troubled by weak digestion, loss
of appetite, or constipation,t try a few
doses of Chamberlain Stomach and
Liver Tablets. Every box warranted.
For sale by VIM. p. Bell & Co., Acco-
mac G. H., Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

NoTIcE-The 10th annual Fair Of
the Onawa Social Union, Mappsburg
Station, Va, will commence August
eth and continue four days. Southey
Collins, president, Eastville, Va;
Alexander Booker, Secretary, Belle
Haven, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

The voters of Pungoteague district
will please take notice and be on
hand to cast their votes for the I'M
dersigned for Constable OF said dis
trict at the Primary election, Satur.
day, April 9th. Thanking you in
advance for your support, | pledge
myself if nominated and elected, to
discharge the duties OF the office
faithfully and efficiently.
A. J. Read.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

For SALE-One registered Devon
bull, and one Devon bull calf The
Devons are the farmers cattle, good
at the pail, and on the butchers
block.
W. E. Thomas,
Nassawadox, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

Respectfully announcing myself a
candidate for reelection to the Office
Of Justice of the Peace for Lee dis
trict take this method of thanking
the voters and soliciting their sup
port at the Primary to be held on
9th inst.
los T, Gooner
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

NOTICE TO FARMERs-If you want
an insect powder distributor for
round potato bugs, write to
<. Baker,
Pocomoke City, Md.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

At the request of many friends, l
hereby announce myself candidate
for the Office Of Constable for Me-
tompkin district, subject to the Pri-
mary or any method the Democratic
party may adopt. 1 promise,if nom
mated and elected to discharge the
duties of the Office to the hes t of my
ability.
Capt. E. 8. Hall.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

For LoAN-$2, 500 by first lien on
real estate.
John K. Rev,
Parksley, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

To the Democrats of Lee District:
l hereby announce myselfa candi
date for the office of Constable for
Lee District. l submit my claims
to the action OF the Demo-
cratic party, at the Primary election
to be held April q, 1901, and res
pectfully ask the support of my fell
low citizens; and promise them, that
if elected l will devote my time and
energy to the proper discharge OF the
duties of the Office.
l am respectfully,
g. Douglas Wilkins.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

NoTICE-A light Attorney COW,
underbit one ear, dark under jaw,
large dugs, end of horns worn off,
strayed away from my premises few
days ago. Suitable reward will be
paid for information of her where
abouts.
s. Thos. Kellam,
Fair Oaks, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

At the suggestion OF friends in the
district, whose opinions have learn
ed to respect, am candidate for
Justice OF the Peace" for "Metomp'
kin Magisterial District" subject,
however, to whatever method the
Democratic party may adopt in Sc
lecting candidates. Soliciting the
support and confidence OF those who
may think me worthy and competent,
| am
Respectfully &C.,
Eugene w. Barnes,
Gargatha, Va
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
This Way
For Bargains.

i have in stock
General line of Merchandise,
Quaker city cook stoves, some
makes No. 7, low as $1,000.
Ladies fine shoes, 80 cents to
$1.0O.
Lime, bricks, shingles, hair
and plastering laths.
Lumber for d yelling and
other building purposes.
Meal, bran, mill feed and No.
1 hay.
100 building lots at this place
from $50 to 5000.
1 will pay the highest prices
in cash or mdse for shelled corn,
country meat and lard, spring
chickens, old hens, eggs and
bay berry bark.
II. T. WHITE,
BlOOmtOwn, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

At the earnest solicitation of many
citizens of the district announce
myself candidate for reelection for
the Office of Supervisor of Pungo-
league. Thanking my friends for
their support In the past and solicit
ing their support at the election to
be held April eth, l remain,
Yours respectfully,
E. 8. Wise.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
Business Notices.

For SALE-At private contract, |
so acres sweet potato farm, good
truck land. and abundance of pine
thicket for shafts, also plenty OF woods
mould, Is convenient to church, |
school, post office and r. r. Station,
on public road.
Jos. 3. Bunting,
Bloomtown, Va.
NoTICE-Fodder for sale.
Miss Lizzie Parramore.
Accomac G. H Va.
NoTICE-I offer for rent my farm
known az the Riley Farm" at Lee
mont, for the year 1902.
d. H. Johnson.
For SALE-Early Jersey Wakefield
cabbage plants.
John w. Hickman,
Accomac g. H., Va.
LosT-Liberal reward will be given
for the return OF black setter puppy
white under throat, white fore feet.
Answers to name of Sport.
J. ID. Adams,
Harborton, Va.
For RENT offer for rent. begin
ming on or about April LIST, 1901, my
store-house In Eastville, together
with the looking-glass, showcase
and other fixtures therein. The
house is most excellent stand for
Millinery store, and has been used as
such for about fifteen years. For
further particulars, apply to,
K. w. Blanks,
Eastville, Va.
Don't forget the old reliable timer
when you want any kind of tin and
galvanized work done, or il you want
hot and cold water in your home
with nice bath room give me trial.
With II years. experience | think l
can please you.
Respectfully,
j. o. Taylor,
The old reliable timer.
Onancock, Va.
NOTICE. will make my usual
trip through Accomac and North
ampton counties for the purpose of
handling colts and horses. Any one
wishing my services will please potify
me.
n w Tu-por
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
Jos. L. Cooper.

l announce myself a candidate for
the office Of Overseer of the Poor for
Metompkin District.
Joseph X. Riggs.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

l announce myself candidate for
re election to the Office of Justice OF
the Peace of Metompkin District,
subject to primary or any method
the Democratic party may adopt. l
promise if elected to discharge the
duties of said Office faithfully. Feel
ing grateful to the many friends who
stood by me in the past and trusting
l may merit their support In this
contest, am
Yours respectfully,
E. Wright,
Parksley, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

/ hereby announce myself candi
date for reelection to the Office of
Justice of the Peace for Atlantic
District, at the ensuing elections to
be held; subject however, to the
primary election, to be held at an
early date. am now, as heretofore
a democrat, and do not expect sup
port from the opposite party. If it is
your pleasure to give me the nomina-
ton will ever appreciate your kind
ness. l have no friends to reward
nor enemies to punish. "Strict JUS
tice is my motto"
Lloyd F. J. Wilson.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
Business Notices.

For LoAN-$2,5 500 in sums to suit
on unencumbered real estate.
Upshur .. Sturgis,
Onancock, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

NoTICE-Several thousand dollars
to lend on farm land security. Loans
must be first class.
T. B. Quinby,
Accomac, Va,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
Public Auction
OF Valuable
REAL ESTaTE.

AS attorney for the heirs of
julius G. Heath, deceased, L will
sell at pnblic auction, to the
highest bidder, at GAINESVILLE,
in the county of Northampton,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
REDUCTION
OF
RATES!

The Postal Telegraph Gable
Company having secured con-
troll of the telegraph line on the
N. Y. P. & N. R. R., and hay
ing completed its connections
through the building Of new
lines take pleasure in announc-
ing to its friends and patrons
that the rates on kilograms 10
all points have been
2 Reduced Fifteen Cents. 2
The Postal System reaches
all Important Points in the
United States and Canada and
connects with the Commercial
Cables to all Parts Of the World.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20
SEALED BIDS WANTED.

VIRGINIA:-At a meeting of
the Board of Supervisors of the
county of Accomack, on the
10th day of April, A. D 1901.
Ordered, that the clerk of this
Board do cause to be published
in the newspapers of Accomack
county, for three consecutive
weeks, in each of said papers,
the following notice for sealed
bids for a $4,000 90 Accomack
county, Va bond to-wit;
Sale of S., 100000
Accomack County, Va. Bond.
By order of the Board of su-
perVisors of said county, sealed
bids will be received by Robert
H. Oldham, clerk of the Board
of Supervisors of Accomack
county, Virginia, until Wednes-
day, the Sth day of May, 1901,
at 10 a m, for the bond of said
county of Accomack, for the
sum of Five Thousand Dollars,
payable at the expiration of ten
years from the date of said
bond. Each bidder shall state
at what rate of interest they
will furnish the above amount.
The interest on said bond will
be paid semi annually, as it &C
crues due, at the office of the
Treasurer of said county.
A Copy
Test: Robt. II. Oldham, C. B. s.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 1907

Entered at the Postoffice at Accomac c. H.,
Va, as second-class matter.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-04-20

The democrats Of Lynchburg nomi-
mated State Senator Carter Glass for
the Constitutional Convention.
Waterbury Democrat., 1901-01-25
Thou Shalt

Rot sell, deliver, or even give away any intoxicating liquor or beer De- tween F o'clock Saturday night and 5 o'clock Monday morning. If you do you must be prepared for the conse- Quences. "You can fool all the people some Of the time, some of the people all the time, but you cannot fool all or the people all of the time" There fore we're liable to have strangers come to town, and get into the goou 9races of the people who sell what they call exhilarating drinks; ana when you do them the favor of quench- ing their thirst they'll "squeaP' on you every time. and the chances are SlOo and costs will be the outcome. Well, from all appearances Prosecuting Agent Pierce is going to cause some pocketbooks to be 'pierced' rather severely. He began with only fifteen, but how many patches of ffteens ne has on his list is q conundrum.' It $ a wonder Mrs Nation of Kansas was not secured to do the work. That's tbe woman who makes splinters of all the costly wine rooms she runs across. If they only hired her there would be no need of detectives, lawyers. courts or nolicemen. The saloons would all be wiped out. But best of all. the peo- nle would be richer. stronger and more healthy. because they would drAhh more tea and coffee. and when they zee how much better our drinks are than what other people sell they'd tell their neighbors about it. Remember, our tea. coffee. spice and butter Is the top notch quality at bottom no'cn price, at
Waterbury Democrat., 1901-01-25

Dairy Commissioners Noble and EA- ton are in town to-day. Look out Tor your butter.
 Town Clerk Brett requests physi- clans to call and collect their fees for making returns.
 F. J. Kilduff, brother of Mayor Kill duff, who has been working for some time past near Harrisburg, Penn, IS paying a visit to his parents and friends.
 At the request of the members or White Oak camp, W. of w., the dis pensation for $3 initiation fee has been extended to cover the two meet ings in February.
 The remains of William Smith, who died yesterday in Unionville, were brought here this afternoon and 1n- tered in Waterville. Mir Smith was plumber and had many friends in this city.
 The funeral of Nellie Carty took place this morning from the family residence on Lafayette street With q mass of requiem at St. Pafrlck s church by the Rev Father Gleeson and interment in Calvary cemetery. The bearers were Daniel Crowley, Joseph McGuinness, Charles Dolan. James Carty, Matthew SualIiiuttu dHtl AOeli- his Lynch. The floral offerings in cluded a pillow from the parents of the deceased; heart, Nellie and Mary Carty; sixteen roses, Mrs F.. Hapenny; bouquets, Mir and Mrs NJ. Carty, Katy and John Murphy, Mrs Grant. Mary kehoe and Matthew Shannahan.
 Mrs Mary McGrath, wife of Patrick McGrath, died last night at the family residence on Poplar avenue, after q short illness with pneumonia. Be sides her huband she leave three sons and four daughters, Patrick, Thomas, Maurice, Alice, Mamie, Katie and Mrs Static Brown, last named of Bridge port, also three brothers, Michael and Joseph kinnerney of this city, and Thomas kinnerney in Ireland. Mrs McGrath was a woman of exemplary character and had a wide circle of friends about town who will regret to learn of her death. She was a member of St Patrick's parish and of the Third order of St Francis. The funeral will take place Sunday after noon.