davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
Report Of schIey Court of Inquiry.

Washington, Dec. 1S.--The report
Of the Schley court Of inquiry was
promulgated by Secretary Long to-
night. There are two reports, Admi-
rails Beuham and Ramsay concurrfng
in the first, which is signed by Admi-
raj Dewey also as a matter of form.
Admiral Dewey makes a separate
report.
The majority opinion finds in brief
that Admiral Schley should have
proceeded with the utmost dispatch
to Cienfuegos and maintained close
blockade; that he should have en-
deavored to have obtained informa-
ton OF the Spanish squadron there;
that he should have proceeded to
Santiago with dispatch; that he
should not have made the retrograde
movement; that he should have
obeyed the departments orders;
that he should have endeavored to
have captured the Spanish vessels In
Santiago; that he did not do his ut
most to destroy the Colon; that he
caused the squadron to lose distance
in the loop of the Brooklyn; that he
thereby caused the Texas to back;
that he did injustice to Hodgson;
that his conduct in the campaign
was characterized by vacillation and
dilatoriness and lack OF enterprise;
that his official reports on the coal
supply was misleading and inaccur-
ate; that his conduct during the bat
lie was eelf-possessed and he encour-
aged in his own person his subordi-
uate officers and men.
Admiral Dewey in his report says
that the passage to Cienfuegos was
made with all dispatch; that in view
of his coal supply was effective; that
he allowed the Adula to enter Cien-
fuegos to get information; that his
passage to Santiago was with as
much dispatch as possible, keeping
the squadron together; that the
blockade OF Santiago was effective
and finally that he was the senior Of
6cer off Santiago in absolute COM
mand and entitled to the credit due
for the glorious victory which results
ed in the total destruction OF the
Spanish ships.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

The Constitutional Convention il
not up to public expectation In many
things and in none has fallen further
below the mark than in the stand
taken by that body in regard to the
election of officers generally by the
people. That they are disposed to
ignore them is beyond our compre-
hension and their action, taken into
connection with the pledges made to
the people by the Norfolk Conven.
ton, is to our mind inexplicable
But while we do not understand this
distrust of the capacity of the people
for selfgovernment, we believe, it
would go very far to defeat the new
constitution il submitted to them for
ratification or rejection. Nor would
the members OF the Convention have
the right to expect that a constitu-
ton would be ratified by them which
is not in accord with their wishes.
The proposition seems too plain to
be misunderstood, that the people
claim the right to select their own
officers from Senators down, as pro-
vided by the people in the Conven-
ton held In the city Of Norfolk this
year. and that the members of the
Constitutional Convention have no
right to disregard their wishes, what
ever may be their views in the mat
ter.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

An article ia late issue of the
Virginian-Pilot removes all doubt as
to the candidacy OF Mr.. Shultice, a
lawyer OF Norfolk, for the chairman
ship Of the Board of Fisheries, but
we cannot accept it as foregone
conclusion that he or some one else
will be the successor OF DR.. Frank
Fletcher, as our contemporary, the
Cape Charles Light, seems to have
done in the following extract from
an siNarislip s-lste-issae-y of that
paper:
We think it would be calamity to
parcel out the jobs on the State
Board Of Fisheries to pay political
debts. We have been told that the
bargain was made sometime since
and that the goods would be deliver
ed.
a sufficient answer to the above
would be, we believe, the declara-
tions of Gov--elect Montague fire..
quently made during his canvass,
that he had made no promises to
anyone nor would make any. That
he has not made any since, so far as
the Board of Fisheries are concerned, |
we are as firmly convinced. What he
will do in the future, OF course we
cannot say, but we decline for the
present at least, to believe, that he
can remove a capable and expert
enced officer, living in county with
greater oyster interests than any in
the State and whose people have
always been loyal to and Supported
him, with the view of paying "po-
litical debt" made by him to Mr..
Shultice or anyone else before or
since the election.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
In MemOriam,

Raymond, a bright and interesting
little four year old son Of Mr.. Eddie
and Mrs. Ida Bull, Temperanceville,
departed this life, Saturday, the 18th,
with membranous Group. We did
all we could to keep him with us, but
God thought it best to take him
home. oh, my darling, It is sad to
say good bye, but in heaven well
meet you and there never say good
bye. Safe in the arms of Jesus.
This lovely bud so young and fair,
Was called from hence to know its
doom,
Just came to show how sweet a
flower,
In paradise could bloom
This world was all too bleak and cold,
To yield him quiet rest,
God took him to the Shepherds fold,
And laid him on his breast.
His Aunt Esther.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

The verdict Of the court OF inquiry
In the case of Admiral Schley, an
nounced on Saturday, was received
with surprise throughout the coun-
try, and the conclusion which it
reached can only be accounted for
on the ground, that two of the mem.
bers Of that body were small men,
who either did not have the capacity
to comprehend in their true light the
facts presented before them or were
Sd ia sympathy with and the plant
tools of the naval clique. which has
resorted to all kinds of misrepresen.
tation and SANDER to blacken the
name OF Schley and rob him of the
fame he so gloriously won at San
tiago, that they could not render a
verdict in acc ordance with the evil
dence. The verdict is condemned of
course by the people generally all
over our land, is not accepted as
correct now or will be in later
years, when true history is given
of the naval heroes of the country
Then as now, however much his enc
mics may falsify the record and try
to detract from his fame, the people
will believe with Admiral Dewey who
submitted the minority report, that
Admiral Schley was the senior Off
Ger off Santiago, in absolute COM
mand and entitled to the credit due
for tue glorious victory, which result
ed In the total destruction of the
Spanish ships" To whatever lengths,
those jealous of his fame may go, it |
is not possible, that history can be so
perverted that he will not occupy |
the place in it to which he is entitled. |
The mistakes which he made, if any,
ought TO be overlooked now and will !
be so overshadowed later by the
great victory which he won, that
future generations will not consider
them unless it be to criticise and
condemn the littleness OF those who
without cause would besmirch his
name and claim for themselves a
victory in which they took no part
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

A. ]. Smell wanted to attend a
party, but was afraid to do so on &C.
count Of pains in his stomach, which
he feared would grow worse. He
says, Il was telling my troubles to
lady friend, who said: Chamber
lain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy will put you in condition for
the party l bought a bottle and
take pleasure in stating that two
doses cured me and enabled me to
have a good time at the party Mr.
Smell is a resident of Summer Hill,
N. Y. This remedy is for sale by
VIM. z. Bell g. Co, Accomac G. Fl
Va,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

We have the largest line Of furni-
ture on the Shore and our prices are
very low We carry parlor suits from
$25 90 to $45 90, chamber suits from
$15 90 to $4,000. We have a large line
OF reed rockers, also very nice line
of parlor pieces in divans and uphol-
stored chairs from So 90 to $1,000,
touches and lounges at all kinds Of
prices We only ask your inspection,
we will make the price right. Nothing
like being face to face to buy goods
cheap.
D. Fl. johnson & Son.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

The Constitutional Convention har
disposed OF the report Of the Judici
airy Committee and order,l it to be
printed as amended. This is the first
and only article OF the n..w Constit u
tuition yet disposed OF by the conven-
ton since 10 asscmb el on June IL
last. AS ad ,pted tn" j. iiciary sys-
tom will ba composed ~ live supreme
judges aud IL circni' judges. All of
the present city courts are retained.
Cities VI uLder 10000 Inhabitants
are permitted to determine by cleo
ton whether they shall continue
their present local courts.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
A Good COngh Medicine.

From the Gazette, Toowoomba, Asla]
| find Chamberlain Cough Rem
edy is an excellent medicine. l have
been suffering from a severe cough
for the last two months, and it has
effected a cure. l have great pleas
ure in recommending it. - W. @.
WoCKNER. This is the opinion of
)ne of our oldest and most respected
residents, and has been voluntarily
given in good faith that Others may
cry the remedy and be benefited, as
was Mr.. Wockner. This remedy is
sold by VIM. p. Bell & Co., Accomac
@. H., Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
s. K. Martin, Secretary.

There will be a meeting Of the
stockholders OF Chesapeake Navi-
CATION and Manufacturing Company
at their office, Harborton, Va, on
Thursday, January 10th, 1869, at l
o'clock p. M, for the election of di
rectors and to transact such business
as may come before them.
s. 4. Martin, Secretary.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
y. n JdINln,
Taylor House, Eastville, v

For SALE-1 set of 81 feet stone
runners for grinding corn in good
condition, 1 iron frame swing cut
off saw good as new, 1 Single mill
that is in fair condition, and is gen
orally known to do good work. We
also have fine yoke of oxen for sale,
they are we'll broken and good pull
lers and will weigh 2,40O or $500 lbs
Our reason for selling, over stocked
with team. Anyone needing any of
the above will do well to call and
examine what we have before buy.
ing elsewhere.
j. s. Gordy g. Bros,
Mappsville, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

After numerous resolutions, the
convention agreed to adjourn from
December 20, until January l. The
resolution carries with it pay for
members during the 10 days agreed
upon. A proposition was offered not
to take pay during the recess, but
WAS lost,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NJ. T. Mcintyre, st. Paul, Mimi .,
who has been troubled with dis
ordered stomach, says, "Chamber-
lain's Stomach and Liver Tablets do
me more good than anything l have
ever TAKEN" For sale by Nm. p.
Bell Il Co., Accomac G. Fl Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

Write to us tor estimates on door,
sash, blinds, stair-rails and all other
kinds Of building material, hardware
paints, &c. Stock large, prices low
Mr.. r. d. L. Fletcher will be at 40
comac O. H., the first day of every
County Court, to receive orders for
the firm.
Cape Charles Ice & Lumber 90.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NOTICE-All persons are hereby
forewarned from cunning or other
wise trespassng on my marsh or up
land, near Modestown, under penalty
of a prosecution to full extent of law
S. reward will be paid for informa-
ton sufficient to convict trespasser.
Mrs. Kate Johnson.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
How About an OVerCOat.

We just received this week large invoice of
them in all the newest cuts, Raglan Chesterfield,
Rochester some have Jokes, some don't Prices
81 90 to $500 In the same invoice received
assortment of mems and boys suits ranging in price from
500 to 5 co. Fortunate for you who havn bought viii
have strong line pick from you would have had early
the however you better rocasnate mnch longer
for these will soon be picked over You just
well buy now, and get your pick and get full
seasons out of it, Whether-IT-be
SUIT OVERCOAT, come in, and if
please you tell Others not tell Remember you
purchased and not satisfied goods be exchanged
money refunded prefer All orders filled with and
day received Soliciting you valuable patronage and
thanking many customers of the Grand Old
Commonwealth of Virginia for past favors, wish
ing you and all Happy Xmas and Pros
porous New Year. l am yours for deeds not words
Il HTEQQITT Peninsula Clothing Emporium
L. Ill I11uIlIllu1, Pocomoke City, Md.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NOTICE. have for sale 100 barrels
Dewey potatoes which l consider the
best potato grown, both for quick
growth and good yield, having dug
s barrels from 81 by Ga feet Of soil
planted. For reference apply to w.
+. Waters or l.. r. Drummond.
j. G. Boggs,
Nandua, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
Notice to Creditors
COMMISSIONERS OFFICE, J
ACCoMACK @. H., VA. :
December 18. 1901.

OcCcuOcN 10, l0Ol.
To the creditors of William
Custis Northam and George T.
Brodwater, (cold.), deceased,
and all others concerned: You
are hereby notified that, pur-
suant to decree of the circuit
court, l have appointed the 9Th
day of January next, at my said
Office, for receiving proof of all
debts and demands against the
said decedents or estates; at
which time and place you are
requested to attend and prove
your claims.
Given under my hand the day
and year first above written.
s. T. Ross,
Commissioner of Accounts OF Acco-
mack Circuit Court.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

We lave just gotten in another car
of terra Gotta pipe, sizes to "a
inches. also 60 thousands shingles 4,
8 and inches wide, No. and No. 2
hearts, which we are selling cheap.
T. s. Hopkins & Co.
Tasley, Va, November 20. 1901.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
StockhoIderN' Meetings.

There will be a meeting Of the
stockholders of Martin b Mason
Building & supply Company held at
their Office at Harborton, Va, Janu
airy 10th, 1902, at l O'Clock p. IN, for
the election of directors and to trans
act such business as may come before
them.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NoTICE-A light colored COW, un>
der bit both ears, came to my premi-
ses about month ago. Owner will
please call for her, prove property,
pay charges and take her away.
Lorenzo Mason,
near Mappsville.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

VIM. 8. Richardson has moved his
ice cream factory from Crisfield back
to Marion Station, his old address. All
tubs, letters and kilograms should be
addressed to Marion Station, Md.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NoTIcE-By mutual consent the
firm OF F. s. Fitzgerald & Co. has
this day dissolved partnership, w. s..
Mock retiring from the business. The
business in future will be conducted
by F. s. Fitzgerald. All bills against
said firm will be paid by the above
named and all persons indebted to
said firm will come forward and set
tie their bills by cash or note before
February list, 1902.
F. s. Fitzgerald,
W. S. Mock.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NOTICE. offer for sale privately
my Hotel in EastvilIe, known as the
Taylor House. l will sell at low
figures on account of my health and
not being able to give the business
my personal attention. Any one de-
string to purchase will be pleased
to show them through the premises
and give them an insight as to the
business, sc. Apply to
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

Fresh elegant perfumes, choice
selection and large variety at BALLS
drug store, Parksley. 1t must be SO,
as have the best made by Palmer
IL Rickseeker.
Chas. F. w. Hall,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NoTIoE-Cow and heifer, black,
upder bit left ear, have been around
my place for two months. Owner
will please come and pay charges
and take them away.
E. 0. Mason,
Accomac, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NoTICE-All persons are hereby
forewarned from cunning or tres
passing In any way on that part, of
the premises known as "Bowmans
Folly" occupied or rented out by me
under penalty of a prosecution to the
full extent of law.
VIM, Il, CoXton,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

notice. offer for sale at private
contract, farming implements. horse
gentle in all harness, weight 1900
1400 pounds, corn, fod der, &c-all my
personal property except household
furniture. Wish to sell out on ac-
count of bad health.
Everett g. Jacobs.
Assawaman.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NOTICE. will furnish lumber to
tongers who have boats without
cabins to enable them to build
shanties for their protection while at
work.
VIM Ellinger.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
VIM. Ellinger.

HORSE AT AUCTION-I will sell on
account OF whom it may concern, on
Monday, Christmas court, an elegant
Kentucky bred family mare, all day
driver, ten mile gait, and speedy.
Owner has no use for her.
II. 6. Kellam.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

For SALK-The Solomon Lucas
tract of land in Cattail Neck, In such
size lots as purchaser may desire.
For terms &C., apply to
Jno. 8. Parsons, attorney,
Accomac, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
Business Notices.

For SALE-Oak oyster barrels.
Lilliston g. Mock.
Tasley, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
Geo. d. Wilkins,
Accomac G. H., Va.

NOTIoE-Mr. a. L. McCleary will
be at my stables at Accomac @. H in
January with drove of twenty five
horses and mules. Anyone in need
of them will do we'll to see them be-
fore buying as they will be as repre- =
sented. The date OF their arrival will
be given later.
Il. H. Nelson.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

NoTICE-All persons are hereby
forewarned from cunning, cutting
holly or otherwise trespassing on
either of my farms near Onley and
Tasley, occupied by O. NJ Roberts
and j. W. East, respectively, under
penalty OF prosecution To full ex-
tent of law / have also seasoned
wood for sale.
Miss Lizzie l.. Parramore.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

For RENT-For the year 1902 the
farm known as the Russell farm"
situated near Tasley station, for
money or for share OF crop.
Tank G.. Kellam,
Agent.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

For RENT-For year 1902. the
main place of the MARY Rev" farm.
A. J. Lilliston.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

For SALE.-Two horses-Little Joe,
mark 2:314 and will 90 in 2:10 properly
trained; Judge Kendall. mark 2:23,
and will go in 2;16 properly trained,
also, racing outfit blankets, boots,
harness, McCaffrey best buggy, weight
so los, at reasonable prices Wish TO
sell because | want to retire from the
business.
G A. Rogers,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

HORSES AND MuLEs-I have for
sale four blocky farm horses, mules
and trotting pony. Will keep good
stock on hand at all times from
which selection can be made. Call
on me before buying if you want
bargains.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
Accomac @. H., Va.

For SALE-Three milch COWS,
heifer to pail in spring, good grocery
wagon, l bull,good stock
A. j. Winder.
Onancock, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

For SALE-From 800 to 1000
pounds of pork at cents per pound.
Il. J. Savage,
Onley, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

For RENT-Dwelling house with. 8
rooms In Onancock.
J. G. Justis,
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
Ladies and Gentlemen.
O. A. Rogers,
Craddockville.

EQuIOO OIIu OOtIllOIIIOlls
1 have received a shipment of Ar
tistic Watches, which includes some
set with diamonds and others beau
titully hand engraved with sugges-
tions from nature, and many other
styles, both new and beautiful. Our
JewelTy and Silverware is of the
most up-to date kind and our prices
will not, nor cannot be beaten.
Eye Glasses and Spectacles
are very necessary, and yet many
folks hesitate TO wear glasses for
looks sake. They draw wrinkles
into their foreheads years before they
should come. They lose the happy
on the face that perfect
vision gives. Let me help you If
glasses are required guarantee to
provide you with the most perfect
help obtainable at the most reasons
able cost. am Graduate Optician
and know my business.
Established 1SS0)
JN0. W. DUNCAN,
-Jeweler and Optician,
Onancock, Va.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

For SALE-A horse, weight 1000
pounds, years old, sound and gentle
to all harness.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21
SATURDAY, DECEMBER q, 1901.

Battered at the Postofice at Accomac @. H.,
Va, rs second-class matter.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1901-12-21

F. s. Fitzgerald,
W. s. Mock.
The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson Court House, S.C.) 1860-1914, 1901-02-20
aid you have given us in our investiga-
tions. Respectfully submitted,
Il. A. SULLIVAN,
-, Foreman.
Feb. Is, 1901.

After the reading of the presentment
0i the Grand Jury in Court Judge
henet issued the following order:
me State OF South Carolina. County
OK anderson; III General Sessions
The Grand Jury of Andersen County
having reported in its prvscntment Of
date Feb. Is. 1901, that gr0t.; iiTcxu-
larltles exist i'll the Office of Ningis.r,,;,
). j. Gilmer. and that he has collected
tines and costs which he has not mid
over tn tho County Treasurer: NV
it is ordered that the said j. j. Gilmrr
10 show cause before this Court mt its
special session on Ma.c!, :, 1901, why
he should not he prosecuted for NAL
copy of thi, order be served on j. j.
Gilmer by tho sheriff. when same is
furnished him by tho clerk, WHO shall
do SO forthwith.
w. e. BENEr.
Presiding Judge.