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Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
CHESWOLD.
Severe Electric Storm Last Friday-Death
of Nathan Mingus-Local Happenings
and Personal Mention.
Special Correspondence to the TINES.

Special Correspondence to the ZINES.
CHEswoLD, July %. The thunder
storm last Friday afternoon was most
terrific here and has been the theme of
conversat. IN since the occurrence.
The theory of many here was that two
clouds met Immediately over this To-
cality and the lightning played about
us for thirty minutes in most alarm
ing way. Since hearing, however,
that Smyrna, Leipsic, Little Creek and
Dover had each similar experiences at
the same time I'VE must conclude that
it was the same more expansive cloud
so positively electrified as not soon to
be forgotten. The only damage strange
to say, from this great battery of the
elements, was the burning of a wheat
stack little west of Cheswold belong
ing to Mr.. Oscar Gisner. Our older
inhabitants say it was the most severe
electric storm that has visited this sec
ton in many years. The rain was
timely, as vegetable gardens were
badly withered for want of moisture,
with the mercury ranging close to a
hundred.
Our streets yesterday (Monday)were
fairly lined with wagons with fruit,
mostly apples.
Wheat threshing has been rushed
the past week and nearly all threshed
from the fields in this section. It is
difficult to obtain anything definite as
to the yields, so great is the range.
Some fields with good heavy straw, as
one of Mr.. Harry Clark s near Kenton,
for instance, are disappointing in
yield of wheat while others with light
straw are producing more than expec-
ted.
Mr.. Samuel Legar is making some
improvements on his house in this
town.
Our base ball team is scheduled to
cross bats with Dover at Dover, today
CTuesday)- They will meet their OPP
ponents with patched team and
are not very hopeful.
The festival which was to have been
held at Bethel church on Thurs
day evening of this week, has been
postponedsuntil moonlight nights in
August, on account of the death of
Nathan Mingus.
The Richardson Park at Dover, is
becoming a popular resort for our
young people. A company of our la
dies and gentlemen spent part Of the
afternoon and evening there last
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
KENTON.
Tree Struck BY Lightning Burned Whole
Day-George T. Hoffecker Gets 80
Bushels of Wheat to the Acre.

Special Correspondence to the TINES
KENToN, July 22.-Another severe
thunder storm passed over this section
on Friday afternoon of last week. The
lightning struck an old tree in Mr.. G.
Garrison's pasture field, setting it on
fire and it burned all the next day.
Taking it all in all last week was a
fairly good week for threshing and it
was very noticeable that the farmers
and machine men made good use of
it, Wheat is turning out much better
than some. had supposed it would.
Mr.. George L. Hoffecker seems to be
in the lead IN this particular. His
entire acreage yielded little over 80
bushels to the acre and from acres
he got 38A to the acre. Who can beat
this?
Mr.. Lester Voss, of Smyrna Land
ing, came near meeting with serious
accident on Sunday afternoon. While
driving through town just after the
ram his horse slipped on crossing
and fell, breaking the shafts of his
buggy and tearing up the harness.
Mr.. Howard Downs. son of Mr..
Enoch Downs, and Mr.. George Smith
of Philadelphia were visiting at the
home of Mr.. E. B. Downs on Satur-
day evening. These gentlemen are
the finest musicians that it was ever our
pleasure to listen to, Mr.. Downs is a
violinist and Mr.. Smith pianist
They held the closest attention of a
large crowd for about two hours.
Owing to the sickness of Mr.. Car
ter's men we shall not be ready to re-
open our church here until August
Sd, but we think we shall be fully
ready by that date.
PersonaI.-Miss Edith Downs is visit
ing friends in Philadelphia. II Misses
Helen and Elva Garrison are spending
a few days with Miss Helen Matthews
near Chestertown. Mrs. Carrie Fore
man of Baltimore and Miss Annie
Wier Of Galena were visitors at the
parsonage last week. Mr.. Chas. Pos
ties and wife of near Milford visited
Mrs. Postles' mother, Mrs. Emma
Clark, on Sunday.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Thursday in picnic style, most enjoy
ably.
Green corn grown by Edward A.
Evans has been in our market several
days.
Church congregations last Sunday
was depleted some by the warm wea-
ther. Pastor Roe preached in the
morning on "Christ's coming, the
Glorious Hope of Immortality His
Presence Brings, and dwelled upon
the return we should make for these
blessings. In the Sunday School, Su-
perintendent Buckson gave stirring
review of the lesson on the Ten Com
mandments.
Sad Death of Young Nathan Mingus.-
Our community was surprised yes
terday to hear of the death of Nathan
Mingus, in the Goth year of his age.
About ten years since, Nathan Mingus
of Pennsylvania, bought and settled
upon the Elihu Jefferson farm, at
Bethel Church. Mr.. Mingus, Sr., has
since died, and widow and two sons,
John r. and Nathan, now deceased,
have remained on the farm, which by
their industry and commendable en-
ergy is showing marked improvement
in many ways. The deceased was dis
tinctively mothers boy, always look
ing after her welfare and comfort in
her advancing years. This death sew
ers trio composing a most happy
home as we learn, and the mother is
| almost prostrated with grief. The
young mans character, morally and in
many ways has been noticeable and
most commendGble. While not look
ing robust physically his health has
been remarkably good, it is said, from
bOyhood, until one week ago bilious
dysentery seemed to take hold upon
his vitals and medical skill was pow
less. Much sympathy is felt for the
stricken mother and brother. Burial
will be made at Bethel, Wednesday, at
2p. m.
PersOnaI.-Prof. Beacon, of Beacon
and Dutton Commercial College, Will
mington, also Prof. A. V. Gemmile, of
"GOldey's" have visited our town So
liciting Students Mr.. Harry Coli
son, is visiting his sister, Mrs. G. W.
Hazel, near Cheswold. Mr.. Edward
Morrow, of Germantown, has been a
guest of Jacob Unruh. Miss Ethel
Hancock, of Front Royal, Va, Mrs.
Laura Clark, Mr.. aud Mrs. Samuel
Hancock, Mrs. Carrie James and son
and Mrs. Ella Teatte, of Dover, were
guests of Mrs. Mary Casson last week.
Mrs. Harry Ross and son, Clifford,
near Cheswold, are visiting friends in
Perryville, Md.-Master Will Bolts, a
former Cheswold citizen, now of Phil
adelphia, Is visiting Cheswold friends.
Mr.. George G. Anderson is visiting
friends near FELTON,. - Mrs. Hiram
Illick, of Pottsville, Pa, who has re-
mained with Mrs. G. X. Illick and
Miss Harriet in the loneliness and
gloom pervading their stricken home,
has returned to her home.-Mr. Enoch
Hilyard, of New Castle, is visiting
W. o. Merrick.-Mr John Wilson,
Miss Bessie Morrison, of New Castle
Mrs. Arthur Cooper and children.
Philadelphia. and Mrs. Anna Moore,
/ of Dover ara vicitOrc at GEnol1o,
Ridge, " the R. NJ. Cooper home, near
Cheswold. REX.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

The new park which the Pennsyl-
vania Railroad Company Is placing
around the Dover stations is rapidly
nearing completion. The cement
pavement has been laid and the ap-
proach to the station is already i'm
proved by this addition. Chief Florist
Charles Lloyd has commenced laying
out the flower beds and planting seed,
and the work of transplanting will be
finished in few days. The improve
ments will greatly add to the appear
ance of that section of the state CAPT
tai and give travellers a pleasant view
of the pretty town.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
For Women.

The Summer Styles in the we'll
know Queen Quality" Auto
hav" and Regina are here in
great prOfusion of Styles, Lace,
Button, Oxfords, Colonial Ties,
and Slippers. We are headquar-
ters for the Ladies Home Comforts
at 81 Is, $3.50 and $500 per pair.
They're the greatest blessing ever
discovered for the woman who is
on her feet all day. They care for
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

During the past few days George
Blanchfeld has had tronbles of his own.
Tuesday night his wife had him arrest
ed for ill-treating her andSquire Horn
fined him S5 and costs, also held him
under peace bond for six months.
Thursday night neighbor named Will
liam Corbit had him arrested for dis
orderly conduct in front of his house
and he was fined so and costs for this.
Then things took different turn and
he had Mr.. Corbit arrested on similar
charge and the latter had to pay fine
of 50 and costs.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Pursuant to call, majority of COM
missioners by act of legislature incor-
porating the Kent and Cecil Light,
Power and Railway Company, met in
Chestertown, Nd, Thursday, opened
books and received subscriptions to
the capital stock of said company.
After the subscription of stock a meet
ing of stockholders was held and the
following directors elected: Edwin
R. Cochran, Jr., Edgar A. Tennis,
Samuel l.. Hibberd, William Trimble,
John d. Uric, Henry M. Mccullough,
Fred r. Usilton, VIM. A. Comegys,
Edwin r. Cochran, Harry NJ. Lock
wood, Henry H. Brady, Wilmer
Emory.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

The weary knights of the road, who
have been in the southern end of the
peninsula for several weeks, seeking
light employment in the big potato
patches, are migrating north by scores
and even hundreds, hoping to get up
into central Delaware and Maryland
in time to get into the apple, peach and
pear orchards and pick the fruit for
local farmers. Meantime the house
keepers spend many a restless moment
and the life of the freight conductor is
not happy one.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
For Men,.

The celebrated DOUGLASS"
and WALK OVER Shoes are
the best and best-knOwn Shoes for
men in America. They are here
in all the different styles-all
widths and sizes. Patent leather,
Calf Skin, Vici and Velour Calf.
Congress lace and Oxfords.
Our new Oxfords for Men are
very catchy.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Joseph Coverdale and Miss Alice
Pratt, two popular young people of
this town, were quietly married We'd
nesday evening. The ceremony was
performed by Rev. H. l.. Schlinke,
pastor of Ewell's NJ. P. Church, at the
parsonage on Rodney street. The
many friends of the young couple
wish them a happy and prosperous
married life.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Rev. @. r. Uncles, colored Cath
olic priest, stationed at the Industrial
School, Clayton has been transferred
to Epiphany College, at Baltimore,
where he will teach classics.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
CLAYTON DEPARTMENT,

Mr.. I. L. Mason is our authorized agent
at Clayton, Del, and will receive new sub
crlpuons and receives monies on old. AL
news items left with him will receive proper
attention; Subscribe now; only $1.OO a
year in advance.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

A lot in Wilmington valued at 81, 900
was sold for county taxes last Satur-
day and brought $51. The purchaser
was Constable Charles Green. The
owner, Mrs. G.. Annie Gregg, of Ken
ton, Kent County, has written to Coun-
ty Tax Receiver Rettew that she had
receipts to show that she was not a
delinquent, but Rettew says she is
mistaken. Constable Green offers to
surrender the lot for twenty per cent
in addition to what he paid for it.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

James P. LeCompt is the 'Peach
King" around Clayton. He has al
ready shipped 14OO baskets. He picks
on an average 300 baskets aday and
his fruit is bringing fancy prices.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Mrs. j. E. Marcy and daughter, Miss
Avis, of Clifton, N. j., are visiting
Mr.. and Mrs. @. L. Christopher, on
the 'Silverbrook farm" near Clayton.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

James L. Dickinson, the hotel keep
er at Townsend owns a st. Bernard
dog which is considered a monster.
His dogship is but four months old
and yet is said to weigh 1872 pounds.
He never fails to attract a great thrUng
of new admirers as he roams all about
town making his daily rounds among
friends.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
Shirt Waists.

They came in Saturday, about
twenty different styles. never so
pretty-with prices just right.
'Tis worth a trip to our store Just
to look through these beautiful
Waists. Just few of your size in
that pretty Waist. Twill take
over two weeks for a recorder.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
Boys, Misses and
ChiIdren'S.

A good, healthy child will wear
out any shoes soon enough. But
they won't wear out pair of our
KIND as soon as some other kind,
That's because our Shoes are
strongly, honestly made, Of good
wear-resisting feathers. And then
again they're so good looking and
comfortable that the BOYS and
girls will like them and take better
care of them. Because of our
large buying through our two
stores We buy lower than other
stores, and you'll find in conse-
quence that we can give you equal
Iy good shoes for less money. or
better shoes for the same mon4y
as compared with other stores.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Quite an exciting time was had here
last Thursday night when about a
dozen colored.men armed with clubs
and stones were seen chasing another
colored man through town. The lat
ter, whose name is Julius Graham, is
a stranger here, but has been in this
section for some time putting up as a
doctor. He also had credentials show
ing that for the past twelve years he
has been doing detective work. He
ran towards the railroad and when he
reached there he fell and the crowd
caught him. One of them was Just
about to brain him with base ball bat
when his arm was seized by several
white men, who stopped the fl ght.
Several arrests will shortly be made
over the affair. The cause of the
negroes attacking the man could not
be found out.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
CLAYTON.

Items of Interest Cleaned From the DOiugs
In aud About Town:
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Edwin G.. Daniels of Townsend has
returned from the Philippines after
three years service in the regular army.
He was honorably discharged at San
Francisco on June Goth, coming to
Townsend his native place at once.
He was given an ovation on his arrival
here on Monday. While stationed on
the island of Luzon he participated in
several bloody engagements, but was
uniniured. He gives many very inter-
esting narratives of his experience
while near Manila, and his accounts
while in the service of Uncle Sam al
ways attract the greatest interest in re-
lating them to his friends.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Mr.. d. 7. Nickerson, manager of
Mr.. W. T. Hurlock's threshing rig,
was hurt Wednesday while threshing
wheat for Mr.. Alfred PIERCE. near
Blacks. He went to the top of thresher
and upon opening door to see if the
straw had become blocked his foot
slipped and became caught. Engineer
Atwell saw the accident and Immediate
ly stopped the machine and went to
his partners assistance. Part of his
heel and great toe were torn off, his
knee cap bruised and he was other
wise shaken up. Drs. Barwick and
Kelley dressed the wounds, and the
patient was carried to the University
Hospital on the night boat from Bet
terton. He was doing as well as
could be expected at last reports.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

The Delaware Railroad Company has
begun work upon nine new stations
for its freight and passenger service,
at the stopping places upon the main
division and the Delaware and Chesa-
peake road, and of the nine contracts
given out, Hirons & Hatton Of Dover
secured two, one at Trappe, Md. 1t is
reported at Dover that the company
will build the proposed new station al
Chestertown, Nd, and continue its
passenger service to that city.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

time spent IN our IL price sale
of Mems Suits will give you
good Suits at 81, S., So and
$3.50, worth double. 200
dozen Mems new Neglige
Shirts with separate cuffs at
SOC in all sizes, IA to IS. Reg
ular 81 90 goods. Bargains in
Summer Underwear, latest
styles in Collars and Cuffs,
Fancy Hosiery and Neckwear
All Russell High Shoes at 1-2
price $I.75 to S., for our S.. so
to So Shoes. 10 per cent. off
Tailoring. Special styles in
Suits to order at SIS net,
Black, Blue and Gray Serges,
Black and Mixed Cheviots.
Good work, good trimmings
and proper care in fitting.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
SHOES
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every tender spot, support firml.
squeeze nowhere.
Uppers-Soft, velvety. kid.
Soles-Ample, easy, smooth
TOes-Roomy, comfortable
Heels-Low, broad. fiat
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

Peter Alfree, of Townsend a loca
carpenter, fell from the roof of barn,
distance of 81 feet, but was not in
jured beyond a severe shaking up.
He went right along with his work,
however. He was at work on the
building when the accident happened.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

The Civil Service Commission has
advised Postmaster Casson of those
who passed the recent examination
for the carriers and clerk for the Post
Office at Dover besides those who re-
ceived the appointments. Benjamin
F. Simmons, Jr., had an average of
77.S5; William Mag, n. 10, and A. B.
Rufin, colored, 1866.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23
Dress Goods,
Silks, Etc.

Our full line of Summer Dress
Goods Is now ready for your in
spectiOn. Dress Goods were never
prettier, Lawns, Silk Ginghams
and novelties in Wash fabrics are
here in an endless variety of styles
and patterns.
Summer Silks are very good
value and are selling very well.
Our White Goods, Laces and
Embroideries are the daintiest ever
shown in Smyrna.
1000 yards of Hamburg Edge at
1219c, worth 18c.
Is pieces combed yarn India
Linen at Ice, worth zoe.
30 pieces eOmbed yarn India
Linen at 1215c, worth Ice.
1000 yards of Taffeta Ribbon,
at 14c, worth 20 cents.
Give us YOUR business.
Smyrna times., 1902-07-23

We carry a full line of the Ban
ner Patterns in stock. They are
seam allowance and as good as the
best.
Bismarck daily tribune., 1902-02-08
Miscellaneous Boards and officers

OF: Inspector. W. Schruth, Fargo.
State Examiner. q. Wallace, Bismarck; ;
Fl. G. Proctor, deputy; w. A. Dillon,
deputy.
n,als-Mrs. F. c. Holley, Bismarck.
State Game Warden-Ever Wagness, Dew
b lis Lake. s
State Board of Equalization Governor,
auditor, attorney general, commissioner
of agriculture and labor and treasurer.
1 Sessions at capitol, first Tuesday in Au-
gust of each year.
Historical Commission Governor, auditor,
secretary of state, commissioner Of agri-
culture and labor, VIM. Fl. Morehead and
the president Of the North Dakota His
torical Society (Col c. "A. Lounsberry).
Board of Pardons-Frank White governor
o. D. Comstock, attorney general; Alfred
Wallin, chief justice supreme court; r.
S. Adams, Lisbon; Thomas E. Fox, Will
low City.
State Auditing Board rd-Governor, auditor
and attorney general.
State Printers and Binders-Tribune, Bis
marck.
State BARRIERS Board-Chas. H. Bell.
Oakes; NJ. G. Burke, Valley City; Jos.
Wfckert. Devils Lake. 6
Pan-American Exposition Commissioners
Frank White, president; r. j. Turner
secretary; David Bartlett, manager;
Walter F. Cushing. assistant manager,
in charge of exhibits. Address commna-
ications to Bismarck.
Bismarck daily tribune., 1902-02-08
THE WEEKLY TRIBUNE
SPECIAL EDITION OF
MARCK TRIBUNE

The Bismarck Tribune will publish
early in February special Mis-
souri, slope edition in which will be
condensed such facts and opinions re-
garding this section of the northwest
the last OF tn public domains it is
deemed will be of interest to landseek-
ers and investors. The edition will
exceed 20,OOC-d depending on orders for
extra copies received above that num-
Der. Advertising space may be had to
any extent, the number of pages
printed depending on the demand for
space. The edition will be profusely
illustrated and the matter carefully
prepared Real estate men will find
in it answers to many questions pro-
pounded to them daily and no expense
will be spared to make it the most
-:aaluable immigration document relat-
ng to the western portion of North Da-
kota ever published.
Bismarck daily tribune., 1902-02-08

North Dakota is not alone in the
question of tax lodging. Down in
South Dakota the finances Of the state
are in such shape that the registry of
warrants has begun and there are
S15O, 900 of funding warrants due April
/. with no money in sight to pay
them The trouble is with INSULT
cfent property values in the state.
The state board of equalization a few
years ago made an arbitrary raise of
values. but the legislature afterward
passed law prohibiting an increase
of more than three million dollars
from the returns. North Dakota has
gone through this same difficulty, but
is now getting in good shape, through
wise and sensible measures taken to
meet existing conditions. Tt
in all northwestern states, and in fact
through the entire country. food for
careful consideration in the matter Of
taxation. Minnesota is graphing
with a new tax bill, and the question
will in time come before all the COM
monwealths with renewed force.
Bismarck daily tribune., 1902-02-08
Trustees Of Public institutions.

Agriculture College-W II. Robinson, May
Vile; s. 8. Lyon, Fargo; Geo. G. Osgood,
Fasgo; Alex; Stern Fargo; 3; n Stone.
Henry J. Rusch. Fargo.
Deaf and Dumb Asylum-A. O. Whipple,
Devils Lake: Z. A Larson, Rugby; u. F.
town: Alex. Mclean. Penn.
Blind Asylum. J. Blackjack, Walhalla; !;
Holmes, = sathgate; Bentamin James. .
State School of TorestryS. F. Swenson,
Mckinney; Ole Roland, Bottineau: David
Clark, Bottineau.
State Hospital for the Insane-C. F. Mud
gett, Valley City; E. Young, Tower City;
John Knauf, Jamestown; Chas Nc
Lachlan, New Rockford; S. g. Moore, Buffalo.
Industrial School Thos. Seton, JOS B.
Taylor, Monango: Andrew Weber, Ash
ley; John shnman, Milnor; Chas. :.
Mayviiie Normal School, NJ. Johnson,
Dwight: c. 8. Edwards, Mayville; B. s.
Russell, jamestown; e. z. sarles, Hills
valley city NormaI nIeF schooNels Larson
Dazey; Amasa P. Peake. Valley City:
David Lloyd. Cathay: o. T. b. shernir
!. Enderlin: J. Henry Plath. jr.. Davenport.
Walter Macomber, Wilton; A. T. crowl,
Dickinson; Franklyn Potter, Casselton;
Edward Braddock, Williamsport.
Soldiers Home-Freeman Orcutt, Wahpe-
ls Es u.
Gearey, Fargo; Harris Gardner, Lisbon:
John D. Black, Valley City.
State Reform Sch0ol-C. A. Heegard, Man
dan; g. J. DeFrance, Dickinson: H. gill
bert, Sentinel Butte; w. J. Etherington,
Sanger P. o.; w: II. Webb, Bismarck.
University Of North Dakota-Steven Col
Inns, Grand Forks; William Bulge, Grand
Forks; Geo. w. Towle, Park River; a.
Gronna, Lakota; David Bartlett, Coopers-
town.
Veterinary Medical Examiners ID. Fisher,
Grandin; j. N. Sheppard, Park River: e,
j. Davidson, Grand Forks
Dental Examfners-LOuis S. Irgens, Valley
City; r. s. Ramsey, Grand Forks; Ell.
Startling. Fargo; II. s. Sowles, Wahpeton;
Medical Examiners. N. Weir, Fargo; H
NJ. Wheeler, Grand Forks; J. p. Aylen,
Sheldon: Fl. RutIedge Grand Forks; VIM
r. Hobart, Oakes; II. J. Rowe, Casselton;
w. r. DePuy, Grafton.
State Board OF Pharmacy-H. Z. Haussa-
e. White, jamestown. :.
State Board of Health-O. D. Comstock.
attorney general, president, ex-oficio
member; G. F. Erskine, Hamilton, vice
president; superintendent public health,
DR.. Fl. n. Healey, Michigan City.
Campbell. Larimore; Second district, W.
3. Crewe, Devils Lake: Third district,
c. H. Martin, Buffalo; Fourth district, s.
w. Teal, Oakes: Fifth district, C. A. An
derson, Valley City; Sixth district, VIM.
Mackin, Mandan; Seventh district, A. F.
Erae Eliiott Milton: Milton Eighth district B.
Raymond, Willow City Tenth district,
F. W. Tompkins Oheron.
Board of AgricuIture-Wm Dieball. STAN
ton: w. I'll. Mann, New Salem T. 8.
K Underhill, Gladstone.