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The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Election of U. S. Senators by Popular
Vote.

Much has been written and said con.
corning the election of United States Sen.
ators by popular vote, and the political
wire pulling, squabbles and deadlocks-
in some instances riotous scenes, enact.
ed this week by the legislatures of Ger.
tain States in their efforts to choose
representatives to a seat in the upper
house of Congress, have served to
emphasize the need of reform in this
department-as we'll as others-of oui
system of government. Every State in
the Union has expressed itself as being
in favor of the election of Senators by the
people, and the lower house of Congress
has passed several bills whose ultimate
aims, to all intents and purposes, were to
effect this change, but in every instance
have the bills been sidetracked in the
Senate, and all attempts at the compli.
ance to the popular demand of the PEG
pie frustrated in the upper chamber, the
members evidently looking with ill-favor
upon any change, and preferring the sys-
tenn which prevails. inviting as it does cor
rupt manipulation of legislators, ETC. ,prac,
tices which would be eliminated were the
elections by popular vote; besides giving
the people an opportunity to make their
own selection and not place it in the
hands of political ringsters and slate
makers. In all editorial this week the
Baltimore Morning Herald gives voice to
the following observations:
'If there is one popular demand more
insistent than another in the United
States, it is that United States Senators
should be elected by the people. We
have had recently incidents illustrating
the wisdom of the reform. Senator Cor.
man was sent back to the Senate from
Maryland by the shrewd manipulation OF
legislative elections, he could not have
been chosen by the popular svote. SEN
ator Quay, after the vote even upon the
legislative tickets went strongly against
him, secured his election by the buying of
corrupt democrats. In New York SEN
ator Plat was reelected with apparent
ease, but no one who is acquainted with
political conditions would for moment
dare to assert that Senator Plat could
submit his candidacy to the popular vote
without defeat.
''If we look for more turbulent and
more deplorable developments of the
present system the dispatches from Col.
orado and Delaware will amply supply
them. In Colorado there is a condition
bordering on riot because of the senator
ship. In Delaware we find the State not
only without its representation for years,
but its suffrage corrupted to an unspeak-
able degree and its present Legislature
pulled hither and yon by the work of a
man who is openly trying to buy his way
into the United States Senate.
1T is true that some of the elections
passed off credibly. But these exceptions
only help to prove that the people are
right in their contention that it would be
for the best interest of the country for
them to do the electing. It is far easier
to buy or browbeat legislature than it is
to compel all the voters of q sovereign
state to make bad choice"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Friday, Jan. 23, 1908.
Physical Features Of Cecil County.

The Maryland Geological Surveys re-
port on the Physical Features of Cecil
County is ready for distribution. The
preparation of it has consumed several
years and it will be found to contain in
formation of much educational and eco.
nomic value to all residents of the county
and to any who may think of making
homes or investing capital in Cecil. In
this latter aspect it will prove especially
useful to those who may engage in the
promotion of industrial enterprises based
upon any of the mineral products of the
county.
The first chapter of the report, by DR..
George B. Shattuck, outlines the develop.
ment of knowledge concerning the phys.
icai and geographical features of Cecil
from the time of Capt. John Smiths ex.
ploration down to the present day.
The geology is considered in two parts
DIR. F. Bascom, who has studied the sub.
ject for a number of years, treats the more
intricate conditions of the ancient crys'
talline rocks in the Piedmont Plateau,
DIR. Shattuck completes the subject by an
account of the Coastal Plain formations
of the southern part of the county.
The mineral resources of the county
are described by DR.. Edward B. Mathews
Assistant State Geologist, the building
stones and clays being especially empha
sized. Mr.. c. H. Dorsey, specially de
tailed by the U. S. Department of Agri
culture to act in cooperation with the
Maryland Survey, gives the results of 6
comprehensive study of the soils of Ceci
and their farming possibilities. Mr.. H
M. Curran of the Bureau of Foresty, con
tributes an interesting chapter on the
timber of the county.
The climate of the county is treated by
DR.. o. L. Fassig, Section Director of the
Baltimore Office of U. S Weather Bureau
Reports dating back TO Ie43 have beer
carefully studied in collecting the data fol
this chart r. Mr. H. A Presley, of the
U. S. Geological Survey has written or
the photographic conditions. His article
is a good account of the water power
available. The results Of the latest mag
netic studies in the region. contributed
by DR.. L. A. Bauer, will be interesting tc
the land surveyors of the county.
Any resident of the State who wishes il
may obtain free copy of the book by
application to the Director of the Mary.
land Geological Survey at his Office in
Baltimore. If ordered by mail the cost o.
packing and postage will be 20 cents.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Mrs. Araminta TERRY.

Mrs. Araminta Merry, widow Of
James Merry, and a resident Of
Elkton, died on the 18th inst, at the
home of her daughter, Mrs. John
Gawne, in Philadelphia, where she
was visiting. Mrs. Merry had
been i'll but a short time with pneu.
monia, and was in the seventy
fourth year of her age. She was a
daughter of the late John Rutter,
of the Fifth district. Three chill
dren survive her-Mrs. John
w. Anthony, of Elkton; Mrs.
James A. Weaver, and Mrs. John
p. Gawne, of Philadelphia.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Charles II. Owens.

The funeral of Charles II. Owens
whose death occurred in Whining
ton on the 14th inst, from consump
ton, was held on Saturday after.
noon last, the remains being
brought to Elkton and inferred in
the cemetery in that town. Mr..
Owens was the son of the late Mrs
Charles Owens of Elktou, and
until quite recently followed the
occupation of farming at Iron Hill.
The deceased was 40 years of age
and is survived by a widow and
two children.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
David Harry.

David Harry died Friday morn
ing last near Dublin, Hartford
county. Mr.. Harry, who was "A
years of age had been married but
a day or two previous, by the
Friends ceremony, to Miss Mary
Hollingsworth, bride of 60 years
Some days previous he had suffered
a slight stroke Of paralysis and on
the day of the wedding complained
of a heavy cold, which rapidly de-
veloped into pneumonia and result
ed in his death. The deceased
leaves eight children by his first
wife. His funeral was held
Wednesday; interment at Friends
burying ground, Fawn Grove.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Robert Pennock.

Robert Pennock, a well-known
stone mason of the Fourth district,
died at his home, near Providence,
Cecil county, Thursday morning,
18th inst, after a lingering illness
of heart trouble. The funeral occur
ed Sunday morning. Interment
in Christiana cemetery, near New
ark. A widow, six sons and one
daughter survive.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
DIED..
Thomas Patched.

Thomas Patched, one of the old.
est employees of the Philadelphia,
Baltimore and Washington railroad,
died Saturday night at his home
in Perryville, aged about rs years.
Deceased leaves several children.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Joseph P. Lee.

Joseph P. Lee died at his home
in Hartford county, Jan. Dist, from
paralysis, aged rs years. The de-
ceased was a native of Chester
county where he was engaged in the
feldspar business. He was broth
er of S. T. Lee of Fremont. The
funeral will be held to-day, Friday,
with interment at Penn Hill
Friends burying ground at IL
o'clock.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Miss Daisy WooIeyhan.

Miss Daisy Wooleyhan, daugh-
ter of Joseph and Mary Wooley
han, died at her home near Earle
vile, Jan. 10, after a lingering ILL.,
ness from consumption, in her
twenty-ffth year. The funeral
was held Wednesday afternoon.
Interment at st. Paul's M. E.
cemetery.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

Eli T. Reynolds guarantees every bot
tie of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and
will refund the money to anyone who
is not satisfied after using twot thirds Of
the contents. This is the best remedy in
the world for la grippe, coughs, colds,
Group and whooping cough and is pleas
ant and safe to take. 1t prevents any
tendency of a cold to result in
pneumonia. 2
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

Dear Patrons:
Be pleased to state have full supply STAPLE GRO
CEESsuch Canned Goods Picked Goods Coees Spices
Mackere in kits and oose Extra Norway Syrups
and barrels Moasses Dried Fruits Salt Meats Bologna Sausage
Flour OF different gadesand "Pilsbury Bewe sell it, Buckets
Brooms Wooden and Willow Ware, &C.
Dods Cured Hams Sausage
To do business and stay in line encourage cash.
Ra-Fresh Pork, Sausage and Scsappe at the old stand
Yours truly,
SS-iSf' q RISING sun' Md B. p NICHOLS
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
David Bradley.

David Bradley, a farmer of the
Fourth district, died at his home,
near Barksdale, Saturday, after a
lingering illness from paralysis.
He was 81 years of age. A widow
and several children survive him.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

Samuel W. Pennypacker was in
augurated governor of Pennsyl.
vania on Tuesday, to succeed VIM.
A. Stone; VIM. M. Brown succeed
ed j. p. S. Goblin as lieutenant
governor, and BOies Penrose was
elected by the General Assembly
to succeed himself in the United
States Senate.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Rly17S

The walking sick, whar
a crowd of them there are
Persons who are thin anc
weak but not sick enough
to go to bed.
"Chronic cases" that's
what the doctors call them,
which in common English
means-long sickness.
To stop the continued
loss of flesh they need
SCOTS Emulsion. For the
feeling of weakness they
need SCOTS Emulsion.
1t makes new flesh and
gives new life to the weak
system.
SCOTS Emulsion gets
thin and weak persons out
of the rut. 1t makes new,
rich blood, strengthens the
nerves and gives appetite
for ordinary food.
SCOTS Emulsion can be
taken as long as sickness
lasts and do good all the
time.
There's new strength
and flesh in every dose.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

"The incest and pleasautest medicine
l have used for indigestion and constipa-
ton is Chamberlain Stomach ami Liver
Tablets" says Melard F. Craig, of Mid
dlegrove, N. Y. They work like a
charm and do not grippe or have any un-
pleasant effect" For sale by Eli T.
Reynolds.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

For bad taste in the mouth take few
doses of Chamberlain's 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, 1903-01-23
BUFFINGTON'S
WHITE SALE

raging at full height Customers who do not stand and
complain OF hard luck but instead watching for oppor
unities to money hocking display room
securing their share and going home satisfied content
No accumulations allowed. We pushing off MANY
goods not needed "a word to the wise is sufficient"
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23
Furniture and Carpet Department

We ask the public to look through all the furniture and
carpet stocks they know of and then with our prices
The celebrated Bed Room Suits and Sideboards for
which we are sole agents for this latitude stand unequaed
Some of these goods selling the price most factories
ask the retailer We say again you investigate
and learn the truth of our claim.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

Then He Was Offended.
Willie-ahe said that she loved me
more than | knew.
Wilhelmina-That's nothing.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

Great interest is manifested in Wash
ington in the possibility of break in the
Delaware deadlock followed by the cleo
ton Of two Senators from that State.
According TO the proposition made by the
democrats to those republicans who are
opposed to the election of Mr.. Addicks,
there would be no democratic and repub-
lican Senator sent to the Senate imme-
diately, but the democratic Senator would
have been elected for but two years while
the republican Senator would have the
full term of six years to serve. The dem
ocrats doubtless count on making suf.
ficient political capital out of their con-
tribution to the breaking Of the deadlock
to ensure their party democratic Sen
ator to succeed the republican who shall
be first chosen. 1t is generally believed
in Washington that the democratic offer
will be accepted.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1903-01-23

The Senate committee on Military AT
fairs has approved the General Staff bill
and it is expected to come before the
Senate at All early date. This is the bill
so earnestly advocated by Secretary Root
year ago, and in fact ever since. 1t is
not believed that it will meet with serious
opposition being almost entirely an ad-
ministrative measure and having received
the cordial support of three Senators who
have filled the Office of Secretary of War
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-19
WEDDING
 OF MISS ANDERSON
 AND MR. JACKSON

~ NE of the most beautiful weddings O of the season was that of Miss Henrietta Anderson and MT. William A. Jackson which took place last evening ai l St. Mary y's-on-the-Highlands. There was a brilliant assemblage and the church was elaborately decorated in palms. The al- tar scintilant with lights made showy background for the wedding party. Miss Handley played the wedding music and the ceremony was performed by the Rev. Mir. canty Johnson, the rector of the church.
 The ushers were Mir. Henry Howze. Mir. Turner weakley, MT. Joseph curzort MT. William Fort, MT. James Smith, MT. James Herriot.
 Mrs John Anderson of Demopolis was matron of honor and wore toilette of white chiffon and carried pink sweet peas. The maid of honor was Miss Mary An derson whose gown was of white chiffon and lace and her flowers pink sweet peas.
 The bride, notably handsome in an ex- quisite gown of white crepe de chine over white silk, wore a veil of tulle caught with a diamond pin, an old family jewel. The bridal bouquet was of white roses. She was given away by Judge John An | derson.
 Following the ceremony at the church was a brilliant reception at the residence of the brides aunt Mrs. Rebecsa And r. son. The house was beautifully dec3rat- ed. an elaborate supper was served.
 Mr. Jackson and his bride left last nieht for their wedding journey.
 Miss Anderson is considered one of the handsomest and most charming young women in Birmingham. She Is tall and stately with a wealth of beautiful dark hair and very exquisite brown eyes. She Is extremely admired and has always been a brilliant figure in an exclusive set
 MT. Jackson Is a Baltimorean and his family like that of the brides, is ex- tremely aristocratic. He has made his home in Birmingham for the last few years taking up the study of law since his removal to this city.
 Among the out of town guests at the wedding were Mrs. Jackson of Baltimore, mother of the bridegroom, Judge and Mrs. John Anderson of Demopolis, Miss liar riet Moce Miss Kettle Sue Moore of spartanburg. S. C. Miss Annie Perrin, Miss Alice Turpin, Mrs. Bessie Lightfoot of Eutaw.
 The receiving party included;
 Mrs. Rebecca Anderson, Miss Mary An derson, Mrs. Edward Jackson of Balti- more, MT. and Mrs. George Thornton, MT. and Mrs William Vaughan, Judge and Mrs. John c. Anderson, Mrs. Morti- mer Williams, Mrs. A. T. London, Mrs. John London, Miss Annie K. Walker, Mrs. Wyman, Mrs William Hardie, Miss Harriet Morre of Spartanburg, Miss Nettie Sue Moore, MT. and Mrs. Turner WealSley, Mrs John Evans, Miss Annie Perrin, Miss Alice Turpin of Eutaw, Mrs. Bessie Lightfoot, MT. and Mrs. James Bowron, Mrs. William A. Chenoweth, Mrs. Jessie K. Bredsman, Miss Rose Lewis. Miss Emily I<oenig, Miss N D. Davis, Miss Emma Leedy, Dr. and Mrs. John D. Dabney. Dr. and Mrs. Robert Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Cuzzart, Miss Rebekah Hamilton, Capt. and Mrs. Fred erick Ferguson, Mrs. William P Pinekard. Miss Janet Heriot Mrs. Edward Hume. Mrs. John P. Tillman, Miss Hannah El- Hot, Mrs. Robert Thatch.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-19
Marx-Goiding Wedding.

The marriage of Miss Louise Golding and MT. Marcus l.. Marx was celebrated Wednesday evening at the home of the bride, No. 2529 Eighth avenue, north, Rabbi Newfield officiating and using the impressive ritual of the Jewish church.
 The home was decorated with a wreath of flowers. Mrs Ross superlntended the arrangement of the decorations banks of roses and ferns. rare plants and exotics being used.
 At s:30 the wedding party entered she apartment: The bride on the arm of her father MT. A. J. Golding and attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Bertha Marx of Memphis and Miss Bertha Golding of this city
 MT. Marks best man was MT. Lee Black
 The bride was beautifully gowned in white voile over white taffeta, the bridal veil being caught with a spray of orange blossoms.
 After the ceremony s1imptuous supper was served followed by a delightful re- ception.
 The bridal couple will visit Mobile and New Orleans before returning to MT. Marks home in Memphis. where they ex pect to reside.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-19
To require sidewalks to be kept clean and free from weeds, grass and snow

To require sidewalks to be kept clean and
 free from weeds, grass and snow
 Be 1t ordained by the mayor and alder men of Birmingham, that it shall be the duty of the occupant or person in con trol of the ground floor or story of every dwelling house, at least once in each week, to sweep or cause to be swept. the entire sidewalk or pavement abutt- ing the lot or premises on which such dwelling is situated. both in front and on the side thereof, and to collect the trash, waste and sweepings and deposit the same In box or other proper receptacle for removal by the garbage carts
 Sec. 2. Be 1t further ordained, that 1t shall be the duty of every occupant of or person in control Of the lower ground floor of any house. building or structure. whether the same be used for dwelling. business or other purpose, situated on or abutting any sidewalk which has been provided with curbing. or which has been paved, macadamized, or other wise improved, to keep such side walk so abutting such premises. both in front and on the side thereof, free from grass weeds, or other voluntary or spon- taneous growth of like nature, and any occupant or person in control of any of the premises described in this section who shall permit such grass. weeds or other voluntary or spontaneous growth to at tain height of over three inches, shall be held to have violated this ordinance.
 Sec. 1. Be 1t further ordained, that any person who shall fail to perform any of the duties imposed by this ordinance, shall, upon conviction, be fined not less than one nor more than one hundred dollars, and may be imprisoned or put to labor for the city not exceeding thirty (3O) days.
 Sec. 5. Be 1t further ordained, that nothing in this ordinance shall be con strued as in any wise relieving any person from any duty which Is now, or may here after be imposed by any ordinance of the city relative to sidewalks
 Approved September IS, 1895.
 (Signed) J. A VAN LOOSE. Mayor.
 A. !. CAMP, Clerk 6-19-2 21-2S
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-19
SUMMER EXCURSIONS.
Rates to New York, Boston and the
 East.

The Central of Georgia railway and its connection now have on sale at all coupon ticket offices in the southeast, excursion tickets to New York. Boston and other eastern cities and resorts via Savannah and steamships of the Savannah Line. good returning until October sl. 1903 Tick cts include meals and berth aboard ship. Rates much less than all-rail. The rail ride to Savannah Is quick and pleasant; through sleeping cars. The ocean voy- age Is smooth and refreshing Nine new and magnificent ships. More frequent sailings than in previous years. Improved service aboard ship. Evening course din- ners. For further particulars apply to your nearest agent or Solon Jacobs. Com meciai Agent. 1921 First avenue. Phone o76 6-6-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-19
1reacher,

You can't always judge one by the first expression we hear. You might hear, for instance, that we are high! Tis so very often that First Quality house gets this reputation from those who care nothing for quality, but d. ways want the cheapest made, with no regard as to its durability, style or finish. These people are buying al ways, and never have anything in the end. Our furniture is guaranteed. We purchase only from factories that guarantee their product, consequently the old saying, "If you bought it from Jacobs it's good," is true in every re- spect. Try us.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-19
EXCURSION RATES
To Boston, Mass, and Return Via the
 Southern Railway.

Account annual meeting First Church of Christ. Scientist, Southern railway will sell found-trip tickets to Boston, Mass. June 25. 26 and 27 at rate one fare. plus g OO. for the round trip. Tickets limited July 2. By depositing tickets with ioint agent. and by paying a fee of 50 cents. an extension of final return limit may be obtained to leave Boston not later than August 1. 1903.
 Detailed information cheerfully fur nished upon application at passenger of flee, Morris Hotel building Telephone GIT. J. c. LUSK.
 6-15-13t District Passenger Agent
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-19
EXCURSION RATES
To Baltimore. Md, and Return via
 South>rn Railway.

Account meeting Grand Lodge B. and P. O. Elks the Southern Railway will sell round trip tickets to Baltimore July l9 and 20. limited to July 25 at rate of one fare plus s2. For parties of twenty five travelling together on same train rate of one fare will prevail. Extension of final limit to leave Baltimore not later than July si can be had by depositing tickets and paying fee of g.
 Detailed information cheerfuly fur nished upon application at passenger of- flee Morris Hotel building. Telephone GIT. c. Lusk. District Passenger Agent
 6-7-to-7-20