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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
AMERICA
May BE The
PEACE MAKER
Lord RuthschIId Says II America
Press Claims toOpen Manchu-
ria Ports Will Bring Peace.

rondon. Dec. g.-Lord Rothschild, while
Reclining today 10 venture an opinion as
10 the outcome OF the Japanese Russian
artists said 10 the Associated Press:
lone OF the most important factors is
whether America will seize the opportu-
nifty to press her claims for open ports
tn Manchuria IL she does so IL would
eertainly help a peaceful solution. / have
heard of no suggested loans, either Japan
or Russian. What they would nave 10
do IN case OF war is hypothesis l 90
not care TO discuss. SO far there II no
war. and the present condltlons are eui.e te
pushing enough without enoeaNorlhs W
SOn the other hand, another Toxic dis
patch frankly sets forth the agitated
otste OF japanese publis sentiment. ana
the business on the stock exchange today
opened nat on the Far Eastern situation.
Japanese fell half a point. Consols went
Down three.eighth. and Russian STOCKS STOCKS
war risks at Lloyd today rose 10 80 gum,
cas- per cent 20 the end OF January and 4b
TO the end Of February. Cargo insnr-
nnce jumped from fiveVto 20 shillns- the
owners OF two cargoes already half way
to Japan found difficulty in effecting In
ourance at the latter rate.
Paris, Dec. H.-Rsports received here
from Centres OF the Japanese-Russ, an
controversy lead the officials TO conclude
that thu situation, while serious, d PES not
Snvolve an extension OF rhe presen. crisis
"A dispatch Just received from Toxic
dated yesterday says japan has not yet
answered Russia's first proposition The
officials say this shows. first that the
alermist reports of the English war cor
respondents saying Japan has answered
In the negative are incorrect: second that
Japan continues 20 seek means for meet
Ing Russia's overtures.
Public sentiment and the intense feel
lng against Russia also foreshadows the
possible dispatch of japanese troops to
Corea- but II is added II this Is done II
will be with the assent OF Russia, which
win relieve the expdetition of having the
Significance OF war move against Rus
STA
The official advices from St Peters
burg continue to have hopeful tone and
with advices from Toxic OF the same
tenor the authorities here assert they
have good reason TO believe that the situa-
ffon although serious has not reached
the point OF war crisis being imminent.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21

In the grocery business on Smith Hill. La
ter he removed TO the annexed district.
where ne has resided for a long time. He
was prominent in secret society circles.
being a member OF the Ancient Order OF
United workmen, New England Order or
Protection. Catholic Knights OF America,
and the knights OF Columbus.
Mr.. Rothemich was most anable ana
generous man, and many acts of charity
have been performed by him. or late
years ne has been prominent In the steam
boat business, and had charge OF the
wharf at one OF the local shore resorts.
HIS funeral will be held from his late
residence 203 Lowell avenue. Wednesday
morning, and a solemn high mass OF re-
uuien will be celebrated at St Anthony 3
church The many societies with which
he was affiliated Will send representatives
and the bearers will be chosen from
among them.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
THE CIVIL
SERVICE
! COMMISSION
Frank N. HIggings Makes Re.
port-Tosts Of Fitness the
y Qualification.

Washington. Dec. 2l.-Frank NJ. Hig-
gins. chief examiner OF the civil service
commission. I'm his annual report says
that during the last fiscal year 2s24 per-
sons were examined for classified service
OF the government and 40.423 appointments
20 all branches OF the service.
or the appointments "a per cent were
purely clerical positions. ss per cent pro-
fessional technical or scientific positions.
g per cent TO mechanical positions requir-
ing no educational examination and per
cent TO skilled labor positions, not exactly
mechanical in their character. OF those
examined nearly so per cent passed and
2s per cent OF all examined were success
Mr.. Higgins says the commission has
reduced its examinations to essential
tests OF fitness and urges the considera-
tion OF large number OF local boards
OF examiners throughout the country TO
secure closer supervision and moro ef-
fectiev administration.
The condition OF employment In the
Philippines is improving and the salaries
for technical men have been increased
with the result that within the last five
months more applicants have taken ex-
Animation for that service than for the
preceding year. The number OF Ameri-
cans in that service now constitutes
more tndn D "peT cent ol the entire 1oFcc,
there being AN Americans and 2s97
Filipinos In public employment. As the
Fiiipinos acquire a knowledge of Eng
lish and become more familiar with AM
erican methods they are expected TO take
the places OF Americans
Several examinations were held in
Porto Rico for the federal service OF the
bland for employment In the United
States. In those examinations given I'm
both English and spanish. In which Am
orleans and Porto Rfcans competed. II
appears larger proportion of Porto
Ricans passed than OF Americans.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
WILL ASK FOR RECEIVER
Bank Commissioners VIII Request One for
the Hampden Trust Co.

Springfield Mass. Dec. n.--Stark
Wilton OF bingham and James o. Otis Of
Maiden. savings bank commissioners con-
tinued their Investigation today Of the af-
fairs Of the Hampden Trust company OF
this city, which closed its doors on Sat
urday owing a million and half
Few Developments Of Importance were
expected until after the receiver appoint.
ed BY the supreme court assumes charge.
The bank commissioners recognized the
necessity for the appointment OF a re-
eeiver and decided 20 apply 20 the court
today. The commissioners In compliance
With the laws governing banking anairs
drew up en- application for an Injunction
forbi6ding the bank 90 pay out or re-
eeive money depositors.
In two or three weeks time hearing
vf'i be held before the supreme court on
ne question OF making the Injunction
anl rsceivership permanent
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
NEW SLETS

! watch the happy little boy
Who slides so swift along
The shining pavement that his shrieks
Are sweeter than song.
He runs about hundred feet
To slide but five, and he
In doing this, with Joy aglow.
moral points for me.
He auite reminds me OF the man
Who 10 success can't glide,
Because he runs a hundred feet
For every ive-foot slide.
From Outdoors.
Frank Butewic, a Pole, was held In
$500. by Judge Sweetland today, for trial
tomorrow on the charge OF simple assault
upon Charles Sullivan.
The alarm from box 175 at 7:t0 O'Clock
this morning, was for slight fire at
2il Fountain street caused by an over
heated furnace fiue.
Rose Jordan. who has passed half her
life at the farm, for being a common
sentence by Judge Sweetland, this morn
ing.
Aaron Gates was placed on probation
until June g. 1904, by Judge Sweetland.
today, for the larceny OF SIS worth OF
goods from John NJ. Dean e. Co, by
which concern he was employed
A live wire set fire to pole on Wey-
bosset, near Chestnut street. at $40
O'Clock last night, and for quite while
the Westminster and Weybosset circuit,
with 100 arc lamps. was knocked out OF
service.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
MANY MOURN.
Sudden Death Of AdoIph Rothemlch Causes
General Sorrow.

One OF the most respected residents of
the annexed district. Mr. Adolph Anthony
Rothemich. was suddenly stricken with
heart disease at the residence Of his sis
ter last evening. He was we'll known and
respected and his sudden demise came'as
great shock to a wide circle OF ac-
auaintances and friends.
The deceased was SO years OF age, and
during the early part OF his life engaged
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
WILL RETURN.

Manila. Dec 2.-Gov. w ". Taft. will
leave this city on Wednesday next. the
2srd instance for the United states.
lie will visit Toxic en- route 20 meet
tho mlkado al the request OF the latter.
lie will be rendered n reception by the
citizens upon his arrival az Honolulu.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
THE WEATHER

Boston. Dec n.-For New England;
Fair tonight, except rain or snow in
northwest portion. Tuesday fair; colder
tonight in northeast portion; colder Tues
day; brisk 10 high westerly winds.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
BROKE HER Arm.

Johanna Donovan. p years old. of i5
North Davis street. fell while going TO
church. AZ $50 o'clock this morning. Her
right arm was broken near the elbow.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-12-21
PROMINENT MAN KILLED.

Chicago. Dec. y Thomas D Yates.
prominent club man Of Chicago. was
struck by a cable car last night and died
a few hours later. He was 43 years old.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
PRINCIPLE.

Miss Florence Gather is visiting friends
near Rising Sun.
Miss Hannah Reynolds, of Rising Sun,
is visiting the Misses Maxwell.
M. J. Hanna, of Louisville, KY, is Wis
ting friends in the neighborhood.
DR.. John F. Brown and wife, of BALTIC,
spent Friday with DR.. H. c.. Brown.
Mr. and Mrs. John Baker, of Philada.,
spent Xmas day with Squire Lynch.
John Jenness spent part of the Xmas
holidays with friends in Philadelphia.
Miss Sadie Brown visited her many
friends in the neighborhood last week.
Harry Lakeland, of Wilmington, Wis
tied his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
Lakeland, last week.
Misses Ola and Mabel Keilholtz, of
BALTIC, are spending the Holidays with
Mrs. H. H. Keilholtz.
Mrs Maggie Burns and Harry Shin
berger, of York county, are visiting Mr..
aud Mrs. John Griffith.
Miss Racine Thompson and Mrs. James
Buchanan took Xmas dinner with Mr..
and Mrs. John H. Thompson.
Messrs. Ed. and Herbert Mccall, of
Philada., spent few days last week with
their father, Mr.. Anderson Mccall.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ernest Mearns, accom-
panied by their daughter Elizabeth, of
Asbury Park, are visiting Mrs. E. A.
Brown.
Mr.. and Mrs. L. V. Wells and Miss
Harriette Williams, of Philada., spent
part of last week with Mr. and Mrs. E.
G. Williams.
Messrs. Paul and Bradun Morris, have
returned home from delightful visit with
their grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Williams
of Camden, N ].
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
PENNINGTON.

Our blacksmith, Harry Riley, Is laid NJ
with sore hand.
Misses Mary and Bessie Thompson
spent Christmas at home.
Ernest Brickley and sister Minnie, were
Oxford visitors on Monday.
Miss Josie Hall was Philadelphia Wis
itor last Friday and Saturday.
Mrs. Annie Watson and son Millard
are visiting Baltimore friends.
George Smith and family, of Baltimore,
spent Christmas at Alfred Kinks.
Miss Reau and Miss Edna Mayberry
are spending the holidays in Philada.
Miss Ethel Lynch, of Theodore, is Wis
iting her friend, Miss Lucy Rrickley.
l. Harry Riley and family visited Ian.
caster county friends on Christmas day.
Miss Ida L. Thompson, of Woodlawn,
is visiting her aunt, Mrs. E. A Brickley
Miss Mae johnson is visiting friends in
Wilmington and Philada. during the
holidays.
Miss Lucy Drickley visited her sisters,
Mrs R. H. Logan and Mrs. Will w
Kirk, from Friday until Tuesday.
An Experience Social will be held al
Mr.. A. w. Kinks NEXT Thursday evening,
Jan. 5, by the Ebenezer Church Choir
Refreshments for sale. All are invited
If stormy, next fair evening.
The Ebenezer Calendar Club of 1902
which expired with the old year, met al
Mrs. E. Brickley's on Wednesday, Dec
3Ist, with a good attendance. A new
Club was organized for the year 1903
which will be run very much the same as
the 1902 Club.
Stanley McVey met with coastiue
accident last Saturday night. The sled
was upset and he was thrown to the
ground, pair of skates which he was
carrying thrown over his shoulder cutting
an ugly cash in the side of his face. For.
tunately he was not far from home as the
wound bled so freely that Stanley was
quite weak from the loss of blood when
he reached the house.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02

being impersonated by Edward Mellow
ell. In the distribution of presents, the
girls received dolls and the boys toy
pistols! and box of paper caps One of
the boys fired a cap too close to Old Kris,
the spark igniting his false beard Con-
siderable excitement arose and Wakeman
Jordan sprang to Kris assistance and after
much trouble succeeded in tearing the
iDAammable material from his face, but
not before Kris had received some burns.
During the excitement one lady tainted
and the entertainment was brought to an
abrupt close.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
Cecil County Anti Saloon and Law
Enforcement Meeting.

There will be mass meeting of
the anti-saloon and law and order
people of Cecil county in the Sun
day school room of the M. e.
church, at Elkton, Tuesday, Jan.
6, at 1000 a. m. and 1870 p. M.
The annual election of officers OF
the county Anti-Saloon League will
take place, and questions concern
ing thorough organization of the
county to aid the officers in the en-,
forcement of the local option law
when it goes into effect, will be
seriously considered. Other i'm
portant matters will claim the at.
tention of the meeting. All friends
of the local option law in the
county, and all persons who believe
in the proper enforcement of the
laws are invited to be present.
Good music will be furnished at
both sessions. The morning ses-
sion will be given up to business,
and to short talks from a number
of the prominent pastors and other
temperance advocates in the county.
There will be also short talks by
Rev. Henry Branch, state president
of the Anti-Saloon League, and
pastor of the Ellicott City Presby-
terrain church, and state superin-
tendent Nicholson. At the after,
noon session DR.. Branch will give
an address, to hear which the
public generally is invited. He is
a strong speaker, and no one should
fail to hear him. There will be
other important features at the
afternoon meeting.
There are some who imagine law
enforcement is not possible, so far
as liquor laws are concerned. Not
withstanding the League in the
state this fall has had to fight q
mighty combination, yet out of 1913
indictments in the state this fall for
the violation of the liquor and gam
bling laws, IS have thus far been
disposed of with the following re-
suits: Won on conviction or pleas
of guilty, 81; lost, 10 (only 4 of
which were League casesD contin-
ued with the understanding that
the persons 60 out of the business,
%; stetted, 4; jury disagreements,
2. Many places have been closed
up entirely.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
A New Swlndling Scheme.

An exchange reports a swindle
being worked on farmers of the
peninsula, so look out for it. A
party calls upon the farmer and
offers to sell alleged rights to han
die a patent wagon tongue. He
leaves one of the tongues with the
farmer, to be called for in a few
days, and also fixes a price at
which he will sell it. A confeder-
ate of the swindler follows in a
day or two, who processes to be
favorably impressed with the
patent tongue, and offers the far
mer larger sum Tor the right to
handle it than the farmer has been
asked to pay. Seeing an oppor-
tunity to make money the farmer,
in several instances, it is said, sent
the first man the amount asked for
the right and the second man fail
ed to put in his appearance with
his cash.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
Officers Elected.

Union Lodge, No. 4S, A. F. and
A. NJ, of Elkton, has elected the
following officers: Worshipful mas
ter, Thomas B. Miller; Sr. Warden,
G. S. Peacock; Jr. Warden, L. T.
R. Ward; Treasurer, L. M. Haines;
Secretary, s. j. Keys.
The recently elected officers OF
Harmony Lodge, No. So, A. F.
and A. NJ, of Port Deposit, are;
Past Master, j. Christie Jack;
Worshipful Master, L. G. White;
Senior Warden, Philip Cameron;
Jr. Warden, F. Mohrleini Treas
urer, j. 81. Kimble, Secretary, j.
J. Buck; Tyler, R. A Stephenson.
Mattahoon Tribe of Red Men, of
Elkton, has elected the following
braves to Office for the ensuing
year; Sachem, John Clark, ST..
Sycamore, Stephen Ash; Jr. Saga
more, VIM. T. Clark; Prophet,
Joshua Clayton; Chief of Records,
j. Il. Sloan, Keeper of Wampum,
Alfred Davis; Representative to
Great Council of Maryland, Elmore
Deibert; alternate, Joshua Clayton.
The following warriors have been
elected to guard the wigwam OF
Little Elk tribe of Red Men, OF
Cherry Hill; Prophet. Harvey
Scott; Sachem, P. Frank Gregg;
Sr. Sycamore, John Devinne; Jr.
Sycamore, VIM. Scott; G. of r., c.
W. Steele; K. of W., E. II. Gala.
CHER; @. of W., Harry Davis;
Trustees, John F. Grant, VIM.
Creswell and George B. Gallagher;
Rep. to Great Council of Maryland,
John F. Grant.
At the annual meeting of Not
tingham Detective Association,
held in Oxford on Saturday last,
the following officers were elected:
President, William @. Andrews,
Secretary and Treasurer, Han.
son P. Passmore.
Directors-Class A, Thomas f.
Grier; Glass B, E. A. Gillespie;
Glass G, III. L. Stubs; Glass d, II.
j. Strickland; Glass E, F. J. Lyons;
Glass F, j. M. Drennen; Glass G,
j. Bunting; Glass Fl, w. NJ. Rey-
nolds; Glass |, s. w. Lawrie.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
EIGHTH DISTRICT.

David Bentz, who is employed on the
B. & o., spent Xmas at home with his
family.
Chas Grub and wife spent Christmas
with the formers brother in Hartford
county.
E. H. Gosner has been visiting Lancas-
ter and Chester county friends for the
past two weeks.
David Bentz, ST., is spending the winter
with Philada. friends, and is enjoying
very good health.
Jerry Atkinson has been employed by
Chas. Fox. of Richardsmere, to learn
the milling business.
S. P. Adams has contracted with Fred
erick Shoff, of Pequa, for a new house,
where he expects to reside hereafter.
The 9Th District Detective Association
will hold their annual turkey supper on
Saturday, Jan. 5. Supper served from 4
to 7 o'clock.
A shooting match was held at Pilot on
Christmas day and drew large crowd.
1t proved to be very successful affair
and many fine scores were made.
Rev. J. Howard Gray preached very
able sermon last Sunday to the Jr. o. U.
A. NJ. and Red Men, in their hall. He
will hold revival services each evening
next week, except Sunday, at Porter's
Grove. Services will be held at lakewood
on Sunday at 10 O'Clock and at $50, also
at Porter's Grove at 1880 in the evening.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
Some Suggestions for Gifts
Sewing Machines

Can you think of anything would
please your wife any better, Mr..
Man, than thoroughly good sew
ing machine. We offer "Worth-
ington's Improved New Model'
sewing machine as the acme of per-
lection, and at a price which places
it within your reach. We fully
guarantee these machines and we
can give you testimonials from peo-
pie you know. Call and look them
over, we are always glad to ex-
plain the workings of them.
Bed Blankets, Woolens, Under
wear and all the things that make
life endurable during the cold
weather. You'll find anything
you need right here and at the
lowest possible price. We will do
our best to wait on you any time
you come, but ask your indulgence
if you are subjected to some delay
during the rush of the holiday
season.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
ATKINSoN-wooDRow.

John F. Atkinson, of Richardsmere,
now employed by the Pennsylvania rail-
road company, and Miss Annie Woodrow,
daughter of James Woodrow, were quietly
married at Hopewell on Christmas after
noon. 1t was quite surprise to their
friends, as they were not expecting the
marriage so soon. Mr.. Atkinson is one
of our most promising young men. Many
happy years may they live to enjoy.
The entertainment held at Conowingo
on Christmas nightIwas broken up shortly
after the appearance of Old Kris, who was
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
Aims House Trustees.

The regular meeting of the board
was held at the Aims House, Dec.
9th. All members were present.
Secretary's report and minutes OF
last meeting were read and approx.
ed. Warrants were drawn on the
County Treasurer to the amount OF
of $9S9.19.
Overseer reports one death,
Catherine Ferguson, and two COM
mitments, Samuel Abbitt and G.
Parker. superintendent report
read and filed.
A. J. MEARNs, Sec.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
Don't Worry,

This is easier said than done, yet it
may be of some help to consider the
matter. If the cause is something over
which you have no control it is obvious
that worrying will not help the matter in
the least. On the other hand, if within
your control you have only to act. When
you have a cold and fear an attack of
pneumonia, buy bottle of Chamberlain
Cough Remedy and use it judiciously and
all cause for worry as 10 the outcome will
quickly disappear. There is no danger
of pneumonia when it is used. For sale
by Eli T. Reynolds. /
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
For the Children

Dolls, Toys Gron and mechan-
zeal, Sleds, Wheelbarrows, Wag-
ons, Velocipedes, Games of every
description, including Ping Pong
and the rest, Books for everybody,
Air Rifles, Bows and Arrows.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
For the Ladies'

Observation-Disclosures endless vari-
ETY. of the finest values we have
ever shown; Pictures of all kinds,
including many of Christy's famous
works; Books, many kinds; Candle
labras, different varieties; Toilet
sets, Mirrors, Fancy Baskets, (our
fancy baskets were made by the St..
Regis Indians on the reservation, J
Furs, China-The finest French
and Austrian china is here in a
large and beautiful assortment,
chop plates, cake plates, chocolate
pots, vases, salad bowls, tea sets,
cups and saucers.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
WoRTHINCToN'S.

OU getting ready for Christmas
position to help getting ready Never
our counters stocked with splendid both
staple and holiday goods and considering in which our
are taking advantage the low prices our
efforts are appreciated We invite you uy if Won
choose but look at rate Make this your
on your Xmas shopping and will every assist
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02

For bad taste in the mouth take few
doses of Chamberlain Stomach and
Liver tablets. Price rs cents. Warrant
ed to cure. For sale by Eli T. Reynolds.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
Consumption

Salt pork is a famous old
fashioned remedy for con-
sumption. "Eat plenty of
pork" was the advice to the
consumptive 50 and 100
years ago.
Salt pork is good if a man
can stomach it. The idea
behind it is that fat is the
food the conSumptive needs
most.
Scott sEmulsionisthemo
ern method of feeding fat to
the consumptive. Pork is too
rough for sensitive stomachs.
SCOTS Emulsion is the most
refined of fats, especially
prepared for easy digestion.
Feeding him fat in this
way, which is often the only
way, is half the battle, but
SCOTS Emulsion does more
than that. There is some
thing about the combination
Of codliver oil and hypophos-
phiteS in SCOTS Emulsion
that puts new life into the
weak parts and has a special
action on the diseased lungs.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-02
For Men

For Men
Military Hair Brushes, Smokers
Sets, Pipes, Playing Cards, Stems,
Travelling Bags and Suit Cases,
Books, Mirrors, Razors, Fancy Sus,
pender Sets, Paper Knives, Tobacco
Jars.