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The independent., 1903-01-29
LAND VALUE TAX,
McDonough, N. Y.

Editor Independent: We see by re-
cent issues of your paper that you
ask for ideas for the cure of trusts by
your subscribers. We see by the va
ried theories advanced that there are
as many remedies advanced as there
are social ills to cure.
In this day and age of the prepol-
lence of wealth and rapacity of the
politician many are in somewhat of a
muddle as to what would be a real
solution of the many social ills. But
a close study of political economy will
reveal that the foremost theories con-
cerning the regulation and distribution
Of wealth deals not so much with the
production as to it's distribution. Po-
litical economy does not consist in
robbing the many and bestowing the
illicit gains Of the few-that is larceny
and owes its origin in the idea of
kings divine right"
An economy that does not compre-
hend the constitutional right of each
citizen and realize that the individual
right OF every citizen cannot be
abridged, falls far short Of being an
equitable economy.
LAND VALUE TAX AS A CURE FOR
TRUSTS.
Under this head we wish to impress
the reader with the idea OF it's power to
tax the property of every land owner
in exactly the same ratio Now sup
pose for an illustration, we put a tax
! OF two mills On the value OF all lands.
In advocating this tax, we advocate it
as only one kind of tax. We have
school, bridge and road taxes; fran
chise, Inheritance and a variety of
other methods of raising the revenues
for expenses Of governments. The
great beauty Of this land value tax
is that it is so easy to apply. We take
as an example land valued at SIS per
acre; tax of 2 mills would yield 3
cents per acre. Land valued at 800
per acre would pay 20 cents per acre.
But when We come to site values in
cities, which range from 500 to $780,
ESQ per acre, then we can readily see
that such tax will not fall very heavy
on the small home owner, but that
class which CONTROLS valuable priv
ileges, based on land, will not escape,
but will have to pay a land value tex
as compensation to the community
for the enjoyment of such privileges.
In this community farm lands are
valued at $43 per acre, or a levy of 2
mills on the dollar valuation is sc
cents. A village in the same COM
] munity has lots valued at S25 per lot
or 5000 per acre, the same land val
ue tax would give 40 cents per acre
This same community has seven-foot
vein of coal; allowing 10 cents per tor
as net profit, the value of this Goa
right is 500 per acre; mills on the
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Sad Affliction.

Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Fauver, of
Cameron, met with a terrible Of
Fiction on Wednesday, July 1st.
Their little son Harry Melvin,
aged six years, was watching some
fishermen at Barrows' dam, when
one of the men landed fish on
the apron Of the dam. The little
lad jumped onto the apron to catch
the fish when he slipped off into the
water and drowned before their
eyes. The accident happened
about seven o'clock in the evening
and the body was not recovered
until midnight. The terrible
shock to the bereaved parents was
severe. The family had recently
moved to Cameron from Colgrove.
The remains of the loved one were
taken to Colgrove for interment,
Rev. Rule, of Portville, conduct
ing the funeral services.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
A Jolly Party.

One of the jolliest parties ever to
sit around thepic-nic spread visited
Waldy Run last Friday and passed
pleasant time. The pic-nicers
were composed of the following:
E. c. Davey and wife; Mrs. VIM.
Edwards; Mrs. Grey, Cleveland;
Mr.. and Mrs. Hershey, Bighamton;
Mr.. and Mrs. E. d. Sizer; Mr.. and
Mrs. Jos. Narr, Mr.. and Mrs.
Henry Lyon; Mr.. and Mrs. w. L.
Thomas. All voted the day one
of the most pleasant and every
body had all they could eat, except
Mrs. Hershey who failed on pie
Ex-County Treasurer w. L.
Thomas having devoured the last
three, left for three o'clock lunch.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Petty Burglaries at sinnamahoning

Our neighboring county town, Sin.
namahoning, has been enduring a
number of petty burglaries for months,
evidently the work of home talent.
Mr.. Blodgett's store near the railroad
suffers the most, his place of business
having been entered three times since
last April and 5000 worth of goods and
$50 in cash stolen. Last Friday night
Frank Wo!f's meat market was enter
and quantity of meat stolen. Last
Saturday night John H. Fry's shoe
shop was broken into, the second time
within two weeks, and a quantity of
shoes taken. His loss is now $50. 1t
seems to be time for something to be
done. Where is Constable Logue?
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Notice.

The Mayor of Philadelphia, acting as
Chairman of the Citizens Permanent
Relief Committee of Philadelphia, has
sent to the Burgess of Emporium, an
appeal for aid on account of the great
devastation and distress caused by the
terrible floods in the West. The loss of
property, crops etc., has been enor-
nous, and the need of aid for the i'm
mediate suffering among the people in
the food district is very pressing.
Thinking that this aid should come
from the people at large rather than
out of the Borough funds, arrange
ments have been made to take up q
special collection in all churches next
Sunday evening. All persons are re-
quested to take or send their offering
to their respective churches on that
evening, for this most worthy cause.
Respectfully,
JOSIAH HOWARD, Burgess.
Emporium, Pa, July 15, 1908.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
RObbIng the Dead.

The PRESS is in possession OF re-
liable information that will cause
the arrest of two young girls who
have for some time been in the
habit of stealing flowers from the
graves in Newton Cemetery. If
this complaint is again made we
shall publish the names of the
flower thieves-robbers of the dead.
We are also informed that GER
tain man has been known very
lately to steal flowers from the
cemetery, take them to Buffalo and
dispose of them for money. Our
citizens are justly indignant and,
if we do not mistake the disposi-
tion of our citizens, there will be a
little scene in court of justice ere
many days.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
BRIEF HENTION.

Mrs James, G. Blaine died yesterday
Fewer gallons; wears longer; Devoe.
Welsh Bros circus will appear in
Emporium, Aug 18th. Save YOUR
dimes.
Call and see the large and handsome
stock of N. Seger, he is always pleased
to greet you whether you purchase or
not.
FOUND On July 4, 1908, pocket book
containing money. Owner can have
same by paying for this advertisement.
BERNARD EGAN.
All Smokers smoke the 'W. Fl.
Mayer" hand made cigar, the best five
cent cigar on the market. Be sure Won
ASK LOT IL 24-tf.
The reason that N. Seger is so pop
Pu!ar throughout this section is be
cause OF the excellency of the garments
he sells. None better.
Ii you want something that is up-to
date IN clothing call on N. Seger, the
OLD reliable clother on Allegany Ave-
nue.. Best goods at lowest prices.
The wind storm last Monday made
things quite lively for time, uprooting
trees, etc. We do not hear of anv
serious damage, except the blowing
down of one of DIR. Bardwelps hand.
some shade trees.
The Cross Fork News of the 18th in
stant, reviewing the smallpox situation
IN Stewardson township, Potter coun.
ty, and Leidy township, Clinton coun-
ty. stated that on June 7 the total
number of smallpox cases in those
townships was SO and by June 18th the
number had been reduced to 81. On
May 25th So cases were reported for the
two townships, which include much of
the country Immediately surrounding
Cross Fork.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
DR.. Lamb Returns Home.

Mr.. and Mrs. d. III. Lamb re-
turned to Galeton Monday after
just one months absence at DIR.
Mann's Hospital at Buffalo. DR..
j. G. Steele went to Buffalo and
accompanied them home, and Mr..
Lamb stood the journey remark
ably well, considering his weaken
ed condition. He expresses him
self as being delighted to be at
home once more, and it is with ex-
treme pleasure that his many
friends note his marked improve
ment since his return. -Galeton
Dispatch.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
House Full.

Misses Alicia and Nellie Swain are
entertaining large party of friends at
their pleasant home at Forest House,
composed of the following guests:
Misses Susie Duke and Jeanne Staples,
Jersey Shore; Misses Irene and Frances
Allen, Port Allegany; Miss Irene
Mahoney, Buffalo; Miss Mabel Smart,
Forest House and Verena and Ida
Hertig, Emporium. The young ladies
report many engagements for this
week.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Continues to Improve.

The many friends of Jno. J.
Hinkle will be pleased to learn
that John continues to improve.
He hopes to be able to walk down
town within few days. He is
full of hope and that's half the
battle. Since the above was placed
in type Mr.. Hinkle felt we'll enough
to walk down town this morning
and called on some of his friends,
the PRESS editor being one of the
fortunate ones remembered.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
EMPORIUM, PA. THURSDAY. JULY 16 1903.
Handy Kitchen Clubs Trip to Austin.

On Wednesday morning, July 1st
our girls met promptly at six for their
ride to Austin, not tardy one among
them each as tastefully arranged and
hair as prettily curled as though it
was party in the evening instead of
an hour of the morning, when age as
well as youth likes to be sleeping. A
carry all with four horses attached,
plentiful lunch in case they grew
hungry by the way, and they were
off to the singing of the birds, and
the early morning sun shining mildly
and with a pleased smile upon as
wholesome, happy and lovely a lot of
girls, as even he, who shines on all
races, rarely sees. With a youth that
comes but once in life time, bubbling
over with care-free happiness, making
mirthful comments on the commonest
events of the way, and with kindly re-
gard for their horses, letting them walk
up the hills and rest on the tops, while
they filled their own lungs with the pure
mountain air and viewed a scenery,
which may not equal the grandeur
of the Rockies, but for lovliness of
wooded hill and valley is surpassed by
but few sections of our country. On
again with cheerful greeting to the
passing traveller and call to the farm
or in his field, who waved his hat in
response and turned again to his work
with lighter heart; snatches of song
that caused the robin to stop and listen
to music sweeter than his own.
Down the mountain into Austin, where
a good dinner awaited them; pleas
ant, visit with some friends and with
the decline of the day, the start for
home, slower and quieter, but with a
deeper sense of the beauties of nature
and the brotherhood of mankind, stop
ping to eat their lunch at a mountain
spring and to divide it with two pass
ing teamsters, recognizing the great
principle that true hospitality knows
no class. Arriving home in the even
ing, weary but with full hearts, having
learned one of the great lessons, that
wise Creator has made so plain-being
happy makes others happy. The
glorious morning after the dark night,
when the robin fulfills his destiny with
his early morning song, waking other
birds up to vie with each other in sing
ing praises, thereby making all the
world brighter.
May each member of the Candy
Kitchen Club be blessed with long
life, each successive age of it as COM
plete in it's happiness as her present is
and fulfill their destinies by making
the lives ofthose with whom they come
in contact, better and happier as does
the robin who has only his song.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
THE CHAMPION
MIXED PAINT

Sold by L. TAGGART has no
superior.
Fourteen years ago I painted my
house with these paints and am now,
for the first time since, repainting it.
II. L. Smith, the painter, says he never
knew of a house in better condition
for painting after having stood so long.
A gentleman, whose name | will not
mention, living in our town, painted
his house thirteen years ago, with
these paints and he has engaged some
paints to repaint, saying that he would
have no other.
Dr. Heilman will also testify as to
the merits ofthese paints. County Jail
painted four years ago. John Lind's
two houses painted two years ago and
many others, all speak for the virtue
and staying qualities of these paints,
and is better evidence than any mans
word. Look at them; then buy the
Champion paints and paint your house
and be happy.
Also paper your house with the ele-
CANT wall paper at Taggart's and be
doubly happy.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Secured a Fine Contract.

Contractors II. A Button and w. c..
Oswald have been employed to erect a
handsome new Presbyterian church at
Emporium. The frsU.class work these
gentlemen did on the new Presby terian
church here insuro5 the Emporium
Presbyterians a job they will be proud
Of They are certainly artists in their
line and never fail to give perfect sat
isfactlon. They not only know how to
do work right but they do 1t right
Mr.. Oswald, who has been at the
Crittenden Hotel for several months,
left for Emporium last night t-Couder.
sport Journal
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
RaVing Maniac,

Isaac Hasom woodsman cook, was
brought to Emporium yesterday from
Sinnamahaning and lodged in Jail for
safe keeping. He has been on a pro.
tracted spree and, combinded with dis
ease, is "batty." Constable Berfield
assisted by Sheriff Hemphill and Ex-
Sheriff Mundy, were compelled to
place ropes around him and put the
prisoner in dray to convey him to
Fort Hemphill.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Two doors east of Bank.
Beautiful Sea Shells Free.

Since coming South | have re-
ceived numerous inquiries for sea
shells, and now please say to your
readers that | have been living On
the seashore, and have made fine
collection of lovely shells from our
own shore, the coral reefs and the
West India Islands, and that |
will send dozen different kinds
no two alike, and dozen scarlet
sea peas to any one who sends
a stamp to pay the postage.
Any one is welcome to send
as have plenty for all.
Mrs. +. A. WARNER,
Jacksonville, Fla.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
This Beats Them All.

Much has been said about large trout
in different sections of the country, but
Cameron county takes the belt. A
few days days ago brown trout was
secured at Moons dam that measured
264 inches in length and seven inches
across the body. The big fish was
taken to Mr.. Moons and measured by
John F. Lewis, who confirms the story
TO the PRESS. Next.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
School Board rIeeting.

The School Board met last week and
placed the teachers for the ensuing
term in the East Ward building. Miss
Cora Barker was promoted to principal
of the East Ward schools and will have
charge of the Junior grammar room,
Miss Mary Robinson A intermediate
and Miss Laura McQuay B Iutermed-
late. The Board are also making ex-
tensive repairs on the building.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Fine Spread.

The Masonic banquet served by
mine host VIM. Mcdonald, of
Novelty Restaurant, Tuesday
evening was simply elegant and
complimented by all present.
William understands catering to
the trade, especially big eaters like
Billy Lloyd and A. G. Blum.
We used to be quite good ourselves
in days of yore, but have surrend-
cred the belt to them.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Outing PARTY.

A party consisting of Mrs. II. S.
Lloyd, Mrs. A. F. Andrews, Mrs.
c. Jay Goodnough, Mrs. Charles
Seger Mrs. F. G. Judd, Mrs. Geo.
Metzger, Jr., and Mrs. Chas. Shaffer
with their respective families, leave
on Friday for a point near Keating
Summit for several DAYS outing.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
EsDeciaIlX Reduced.

While we do not, as a rule, ad-
vertise cut-price sales, we have de-
cided to made an exception at this
this time and offer our entire line
of hats and trimmings at a
discount of 80 per cent. to close
out the seasons styles to make
room for early fall goods. Some
extra bargains in wash, silks, form
er price 55c per yard, now going at
40c. A general reduction in all
white goods. These goods are all
new and up-to-date. First come
gets the cream.
LUDLANS.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Vaccination of Pupils.

All pupils in the public schools are
required by law to be vaccinated.
Notice is hereby given to parents that
no pupil will be admitted to the schools
in September who has not been sue
cessfully vaccinated. The matter
should receive attention at once. By
authority of the school board.
E. s. LING, Principal.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Monster Snake.

Last Tuesday, week, Raymond Os.
trum killed monster rattler on Four
Mile, measuring for feet and eleven
inches and sporting eleven rattles,
Ray says he has despatched many be-
for but this one takes the prize.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Bread and Pie Sale.

The ladies of the First Methodist
Episcopal church will hold bread,
cake and pie sale in the Larrabee
store room, opposite Dodson's
drug store, next Saturday July
18th, beginning at 9 o'clock and
continuing through the day.
Public patronage respectfully soli-
cited.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Eye Specialist.

Prof. w. II. Budine, the well known
Eye Specialist, of Binghamton, N. Y,
will be at X. II. Hirsch's ewelry
store, Emporium, Pa, July 18th and
18th. If you can't see well or have
headache don't fail to call and see Prof.
Budine, as he guarantees to cure all
such cases. Lenses ground and fitted
in old frames. Eyes tested and ex.
amined free. All work guaranteed.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Camp Visitors,

Mrs. Geo. Quinn and sister,
Miss Smith, of Williamsport, Mrs,
Fred Julian and guests-Miss
GussieVosshage and Miss Coleman
paid a visit to Howard & Co.. ,
lumber camp last Wednesday, leav-
ing on the 6 O'Clock a. m, flyer,
over the Emporium & Rich Valley
r. r. They greatly enjoyed the
day amid the virgin timber of
Cameron county.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Lightning Kills a BucktaiI Warrior

Alexander Sinner, of Holidaysburg,
while working in wheat field last
Saturday was struck by lightning and
instantly killed.
Sinner was 81 years old and a non.
commissioned officer of the regiment of
Pennsylvania soldiers known in the
Civil War as the "Bucktails.n
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Foot Smashed.

Geo. Moore, while working on
bridge near Driftwood, smashed
his left foot, piece of timber fall
ling on it. DR.. Bardwell is caring
for him.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Born.

To Mr.. and Mrs. Ed. Griffith,
Warren, Pa, Sunday, July 10Th,
1908, a son. Mrs. Griffith former
ly resided in Emporium and will
be pleasantly remembered as Miss
Leutze.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Finger Smashed.

A. F. Frappier, of Cherry street, a
Climax employee, had the misfortune,
on Tuesday, to smash the second finger
of left hand, necessitating the amputat-
ion at first joint, DR.. Smith doing the
iOb
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
New District Attorney.

District Attorney McNarney has
resigned, for a brief time only, in
favor of a stalwart young man,
who took possession Of his resi-
dence last Saturday and intends
remaining permanently. lie is of
the regulation weight.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Happy Wedding.

Miss Daisy Dougherty and Mr.. Chas.
E. Shaffer, of Sinnamahoning, were
united in marriage at the residence of
the BRIDES parents, July 2d-J. Vine
Hanscom performing the ceremony in
his usual ironclad style.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
The P0ne RanidIY EaiLinn.

ROME, July 16,-(3:3O a. m. }
Up until midnight there was ne
change in the Pope's condition.
The beginning of the second part
of the night was somewhat restless
and Drs. tried to assist the patient
with stimulants and nourishment.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Portage Falls.

On July 26, August and %, the Pennsylvania
Railroad Company will run special e eTcursions to
Portage Falls by special train on the schedule
indicated below. Round-trip tickets valid for
passage only on date of issue ON special train in
each direction will be sold at the rate indicated
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16

Portage Fails Park.......Ar. u IA P. NJ. .....
Returning, the special train viii leave Portage
Falls Park els D. m, arriving Olean 800 =. m,
and Emporium 945 p. IN. Tickets will be ac-
ceped for passage only on date of issue on specia
train in each direction. Children between and
IL years of age, half rates 27g7.2l-It,
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Portage Falls.

On Saturday, July ls, the Pennsylvania Rail
road Company will run an excursion to Portage
Falls by special train on the following schedule,
for which excursion tickets will be sold at the
rates named:
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16

One second hand Mccormick moving
in good repair.
Inquire OF MRs. DAN'L BARR,
2i-3t Shippen, Pa.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16
Powder Men Burned.

Geo. w. Van Vert, of West
Fourth street, foreman for Keystone
powder company was very serious
ly burned with nitric acid, last
Thursday, the dangerous stuff get
ting into his face and upon his
hands and body. 1t was a miracle
his sight was not destroyed.
While suffering considerable, Geo.
would not be good and stay at
home, but bundled up and every
day appears at the works looking
after his work.
Thos. Quinn and Will Sprung
other employees were also unfor-
tunate enough to get seriously
burned last Tuesday, week, while
unloadingacid. Theformergentle-
man was more seriously burned
than his partner and carried one
arm in sling for some days.
Dangerous stuff to handle, that.
Shippen Teachers.
The following assignment of
teachers have been made for Ship
pin township.
Anna May Noon, Plank Road.
INTERMEDIATE.
Nettie More, Plank Road, Pri-
mary; Rose Gayney, West Creek;
Annie Cleary, Howard; Nellie
Keefe, Truman; Agnes Sullivan,
More Hill; Edna Summerson,
Whittemore Hill; Ida Hackett,
upper Four Mile; Elizabeth Nc
Cormick, Four Mile; Olive Maloy,
Shippen; Margaret Nickler, Three
Mile; Mary Blanch Moon, Elk
Lick; Alice Horton, Chadrick;
Kate Welsh, Sweesey; Rena
Sweesey, Clear Creek; Geo. Lea
witt, Beechwood.
Teachers pay: $50. 90; s37. 80
and $40 per month, on the follow
lug basis: Provisional, S35; pro-
fessional, $3.50; permanent, s4O.-
90. 1t pays for teachers to ad-
vance.
Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1903-07-16

Returning special train will leave Portage
Falls Park 5;l5 p. M. arriving olean G.57, EN-.
porium, si5. qssO.2i-sL