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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
SPENCE.

Mr. and Mrs. J r. Barton, who have
been visiting their daughter and other
relatives in FELTON, and Milford. return
ed TO their home near Spence last week.
Mr. aud Mrs. William Dennis visited
friends in Salisbury last week.
Mr. aud Mrs J. Applebaugh, of Cape
Charles, are visiting her parents. Mr..
and Mrs James Pennewcll.
MIR James Guthrie, who had his arm
recently. is doing well at the
time of this writing
\ Mr. and Mrs S. Hickman are visiting
their parents at Box Iron.
Mrs. p. Shockley, who has been to
the hospital for treatment. is conva-
lescent.
Miss Ada Layfield is visiting her sis
ter. Mrs Lloyd Tilghman, at Snow Hill.
We are sorry to report the death of
Mr.. John Smack, who has been long
and patient sufferer.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
BERLIN.

Rev. w. III. Bancroft and Elder G. B.
Taylor attended the Presbytery at Prin-
cess Anne this week.
Mr.. w. @. Franklin. who has been
visiting his mother. Mrs. Sarah Frank.
lin, returned to Baltimore Tuesday.
Miss Lizzie Tilghman went to Sails.
bury Monday to attend the funeral of
her sister. Mrs. Sallie Murphy She was
accompanied home by her father, Mr..
John Tilghman, of Newark.
Miss Maggie Harmonson. after spend
ing several weeks at home with her
parents. returned to her school at West
Chester Tuesday.
Mrs r. ID. Jones and daughter, Emf
ly, of Snow Hill. are the welcome guests
of her mother. Mrs. Sarah Franklin.
Providence permitting there will be
preaching at Buckingham Church to-
morrow morning and evening; young
peoples meeting at 645, Mr.. Garfield
Johnson leader. 1t being conservation
night we hope there will be large at
tendance.
" Miss Lena Bowen has accepted a po-
sition as clerk in the ladies' department
at Mr.. f. S. Furbush' S store.
Mrs. c. T. Wyatt. of Middletown,
Del, and her sister. Miss Mary Adkins.
of Laurel, are in Berlin this week at
tending to some business matters, and
seeing their old friends.
Mr.. Washington Dennis and sister,
Amanda, nave moved to Berlin this
week. We are glad to welcome them
back, and hope their stay will be perma.
nent.
Miss Annie Hardesty, of Baltimore.
has accepted a position as assistant trim
mer with Mrs. Thomas Hammond the
remainder of the season.
The young people held their business
meeting Tuesday evening at the Chapel.
The officers elected were, Edwin Abbott,
president; Fred Rayne. vice-president;
Robert Massey, treasurer; Miss Marie
Pitts, secretary.
Our NJ. E Church friends held fes.
tival at Adkins Hall last Wednesday
evening. There was crowd out and
every one had good time. The menu
was: Hot Cakes. Natural Gas. First Love.
Chinese Cordial. Fireworks. Condensed
Curd, Bachelors Comfort. Group of Is
lands. Hidden Tears. What's Most Need
ed, Food From Hades. Spring S Offering.
Preachers Delight. Sidewalk Slippers.
Playful Nanny Goat, which created
quite fund of amusement. The price
was three cents each.
Mr.. Edward Tyler. of Baltimore, came
Wednesday evening to join his wife,
at the home Of her parpntS DIR and Mrs
James G. Dirickson. He will spend
few days with her before returning.
Messrs A. T. Chance, L. L. Erickson
and Harry Palmer attended the Red
Mems Convention at Cumberland, as
delegates.
Mr. William Parkhill, who went to
Aberdeen last week, has returned to ac-
cept position at the Veneering Factory
here.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
Death of W. W. Melvin.

Mr.. William W. Melvin, of Snow Hill,
Mas found dead in bed by his wife
Thursday morning. Mr.. Melvin was
\el years of age and naturally was not
Expected to live many years. but his
condition of health was such that his
death came as "A great surprise to his
wife and friends Mr.. Melvin was a
native of Pocomoke City and was at one
time very prominent merchant of that
place. He moved to Snow Hill about
thirty years ago. and since that time,
till recently, was II purchasing and COM
mission agent travelling on the steamer
between Snow Hill and Baltimore. He
was married three times. He was IA
good man. noted for his probity and
earns st Christian life. After funeral
services, in the Methodist Protestant
Church. his remains were inferred in
the cemetery of that denomination, Fri.
day afternoon.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
WEST.

One of our farmers has commenced
planting corn.
Mr. X. J. Kelley has started his saw
mill again after being stopped quite
awhile on account of bad weather.
Our minister, Rev. Mr.. Phillips,
preached his first sermon at Friendship
last unday morning. His text was
"Woe unto me if l do not preach the
Gospel" All were very much pleased
with the sermon. Mr.. Phillips will
preach at Nazareth next Sunday morn
ing and all are invited to attend the
the service.
Mr.. E. P. Kelley's mule got frighten-
ed one day last week. and threw him
from the cart; but, as it happened. he
did not get hurt very much.
Mr.. Walter Pusey. of Snow Hill.
spent last Sunday near his old home.
Mr.. and Mrs. James White. of Prin-
cess Anne. spent last Sunday at Whites
burg with their son, Mr. Arthur White.
We are glad TO report that the roads
are getting better.
Mr.. AL Dennis has purchased farm
near West, and will soon erect new
dwelling thereon.
Constable George T. Richardson is
attending Court at Princess Anne this
week.
Misses Mamie Townsend, Carrie Nc
Allen. and Myrtle Hearthway. of Snow
Hill, and Daisy Station were the well
come guests of Miss Nora Richardson
last Sunday.
Miss May Kelley. who has been visit
ing in Snow Hill, returned home last
Sunday.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
STOCKTON.

Rev. James Colona, of Annamessex.
and Mr.. Charles Colona. of Tasley, visi-
ted their parents here last week.
Mr.. VIM. Hammond and children, of
Georgetown. are guests at the home of
their uncle, Mr.. VIM. Marshall.
Mr. and Mrs Clarence Powell. of Po-
comoke. were here Sunday on visit to
their cousin, Miss Mary Clayville
Mr. and Mrs Elton Jones and son,
Otis. are spending this week with their
son, Leland. in Philadelphia.
Mrs Laura Redden. of Philadelphia,
visited her aunt, Mrs. James Smack,
this week.
Miss Sadie Hammond. of Klcj Grange
spent this week with friends here.
Mr.. Arthur Hill. of Lewes, Delaware,
spent Sunday with his parents here.
Mrs. Charles S Richardson left yes
terday for her home i'll College Park.
We are glad to learn that Miss Elsie
Ward. whom we reported as being in a
hospital for treatment is instead visit
ing in Philadelphia.
Mrs. Herbert Sharpley, who has been
here with her parents for several weeks.
left Tuesday for her home in Norfolk
Mr. +. j. Duer made business trip
to Baltimore this week
The visitors at the school on Friday
enjoyed the reading of the Journal very
much Strangers, or visitors to our
school say we have one of the most at
tractive and best equipped schools in the
county. What we are in need of now
is more rooms and Improvement in the
building. and we hope the school board
will look into this matter aud give us
needed help for tho coming year.
Rev. Adam Stengle, Presiding Elder.
will preach Sunday evening III the M.
4. Church here
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
EVANSVILLE.

Mrs. Frank CULLEN, Of Ocean City, is
spending this week with Mrs. John f.
Savage.
Mr. j. F. Savage. of North Beach L.
s. S was home last week on a visit to
his family.
Miss Emma Gray. of Williamsville.
Del. spent Saturday and Sunday with
relatives here.
On account of the wet weather and
frost. our strawberry crop is greatly
damaged.
Lem Shovel, colored, fell from a
lumber wagon last Saturday night. and
badly injured his thigh. DR.. James. of
Roxanna. was called to relieve his
suffering.
Our Sunday School was recognized
last Sunday with the following officers:
@. r. Savage, superintendent, J. +.
Evans, assistant, L. r. Savage secre-
tary, and librarian, and Joseph Hudson.
treasurer.
The Misses Hearn, of Ocean City,
spent Sunday at the home of Mrs. j.
Frank Savage.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
ST. MARTINS.

Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Baher. of
Glendale, spent Saturday aud Sunday
with his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. X. j.
Baker.
Mrs. Laura Gordy. of Berlin. is spend
ing the week with her sister, Mrs.
Hettie Cough.
Mrs Eliza Holland is visiting rela-
tives in Philadelphia.
Misses Ella Davis. of Whaleyville.
Carrie Mitchell, of Showell, Ryda
Hudson. Olevia Mitchell. and Mamie
Hudson spent Saturday and Sunday
with their friend. Miss Fannie Hudson.
Mr. Edward ellis returned home
Thursday from Philadelphia.
Messrs. Harry and James Clayville,
of Clayton, Del, and Joseph Ennis, of
Berlin. visited at the home of Mr.. and
Mrs William Hudson Sunday last.
Miss Ryda Hudson visited the Misses
Ryan at Showell last Saturday and sun
day.
Mr.. and Mrs John ellis spent Sat-
urday and Sunday with relatives near
Wllliamsville.
Little May Griffin. of Showell visited
her grandparents, Mr.. and Mrs William
Hudson several days of the past week.
Miss Julia Gault was the guest of her
aunt. Mrs James Mock, of Berlin. plrt
of last week
Rev. J. E. Brooks preached an inter-
esting sermon to large audience Sun
day.
Miss Fannie Hudson entertained a
number of her friends Saturday even
ing.
Mr. and Mrs L L. Holland and child
rem spent Sunday with her sister near
Willards
Mrs. Hetty Cough and Mrs. Laura
Gordy visited Mrs William Jarman
near Berlin Tuesday and Wednesday,
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
VAUDEVILLE.

If rumors are trustworthy, the com.
ing fall will witness lumber of we'd
dings among our yong people.
The number of new faces seen in
Whaleyville is increasing This is due
to the additions made to the working
forces at the factories.
The Dale CO.. has new clerk After
rigid examination conducted by Mr..
James p. Dale and DIR. l. G. Tyndall,
the young man was found competent to
wait upon the numerous customers
satisfactorily.
All the stores are provided with stock,
to supply the wants of spring. Call on
them before going out of town.
Rev. A. @. Jamison has been attend,
ing the Presbytery at Princess AWfe
during the past week Arrangement
has been made by which his cousin,
Rev. w. NJ. Dauerty of Frankford. will
preach at the Presbyterian Church to.
morrow, 10 30 A. NJ. and $50 p. NJ.
Sunday School $50 Prayer meeting
Thursday evening. 7.l5.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
NEW CASTLE PRESBY1ERY|
Met in Princess Anne-Rev.
Joseph B. North, of Snow
Hill, Elected Moderator of
Vthe Presbytery.

Mine FrcSDytery.
" Rev. Joseph b. North, pastor of Ma.
fkemNe Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Snow Hill. has been elected Moderator
of New Castle Presbytery. Mr.. North
is an eloquent preacher and an earnest
Christian man. He has been in Snow
Hill about four years and during that
time has made IA host of friends. He
came here from the Presbyterian Church
of Annacosta. ID. c. Mr.. North will
wear his new honors with becoming
dignity and will give ardent attention
To the duties of his office
On Tuesday evening the meeting of
the Presbytery of New Castle, which
embraces Delaware and the Eastern
Shore of Maryland, was opened in the
Manokin Church. Princess Anne. This
old church is one of the four churchek
organized by Francis Mackenzie about
1858 Rev. Thomas Wilson was pass6l
from 1855 tn l69S. Rev George Macisisli
i'll l106 and Rev. William Stewart in
1919.
A record i'll the clerks office saws:
AT court held at Dividing Creek
(Which was the county seat of Somerset
until l742, when Worcester county was
taken out of Somerset and Princess
Anne made the county seat on March
Is, IT'S, Rev. William Stewart qualified
himself as dissenting minister to
preach i'll the meeting house at the
head of Manokin.' which proves there
was church building on the present
site at that time. From the same
authority it is learned that on August
10, 1923, Charles Ballard decided to Rev
William Stewart and other elders IA
piece of land, which is the site of the
present church, and church was built
in 1865. at cost of 5000. From that
time the building has been repaired and
improved and tower added, but the
brick walls are the same.
Rev. James l.. Vallandingham, of
Newark. Del, was present at the meet
ing of the Presbytery. He is in the
ninety-second year of his age. and was
installed pastor of the Presbyterian
Churches of Princess Anne and Reho-
both in February, 1850.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
GIRDLETREE.

The EpwOrth League which was or
ganized short time ago by the Young
people of the NJ. +. Church is progress
ing finely and every one is cordially in
vited to be present at quarter of seven,
every Sunday evening
Miss Lola Bennett is spending this
week at the home of Mr.. James Smack.
as the guest of Miss Ada
Mrs. Sewell Jones and daughter. Miss
Aline. made business trip to Pocomoke
City Monday.
Mrs. William Price and Mrs. Laura
Pruitt, of Stockton, are visiting rela-
tives in town.
Miss Minnie Davis, of Box Iron, was
the welcome guest of her friend, Miss
Minnie Sooy, last week.
Mr. Joel Gordy. of Ocean City. spent
Tuesday with his family in town.
Mrs. Mary Jones and daughter. Miss
Ollie. spent Sunday very pleasantly
with her daughter. Mrs. Cephas Riggan,
near Snow Hill.
Miss Lena Scarborough spent Satur-
day and Sunday as the guest of her
aunt, Mrs. Taylor Redden, at Green.
backville.
Mrs. Gilbert Westfall. Miss Ida
Thrasher, and Mr. George Westfall
made a shopping trip to Snow Hill Mon
day.
Mrs Fannie Murray is visiting her
daughter. Mrs. Henry Bell. at Berlin
this week.
Dr. C. III. Bennum and Mr.. @. +.
Averill are spending this week at
Cumberland.
Misses Verona Scarborough and Reta
Watson visited Snow Hill. Tuesday.
Mrs. G. V. Rowley. Mrs. G.. L. Barnes
and son, George. made a business trip
to Pocomoke City Wednesday.
Miss Nellie Scarborough visited her
friend Miss Essie Rowley at Chinco-
league last week.
Miss Angie Jones. of Hatsboro, is
here ON a visit to her friend, Miss
Mollie Rowley.
Mr. Grover Hudson, of Stockton. and
Mr. Raymond Hall. of Pocomoke City,
were in our midst Wednesday.
Miss Addie Bell of Berlin is visiting
her brother. Mr.. Elijah Bell, near the
bay.
Mr.. Geoghegan visited friends at
st. Georges a few days this week.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
SYNEPUXENT.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lewis. of North
Beach L. S. S., spent Friday and Satur
day with her parents. Mr.. and Mrs
James Gibbs.
Mr. and Mrs Peter Gray. of Powell
vile. spent Saturday and Sunday with
her parents. Mr.. aud Mrs. Thomas
Chopper.
Mr. and Mrs. George Pointer, of
Tavlorville. spent $ saturday and Sunday
with Mr.. and Mrs. James Gibbs.
Mr. Edward Birmingham. the popu-
lar clerk of George Brittingham's store,
spent Sunday with his friend, Mr.. Alvin
Townsend.
Messrs Oscar Littleton, Horace Rich
ardson, and Willie Rodney spent Sun
day with John Gibbs.
Mr.. James p. Rodney spent last Sun
day with Mr.. Joe Townsend.
Messrs Alvin Townsend, Edward
Birmingham, Horace Richardson. and
Oscar Littleton spent Sunday with Mr..
Willie Rodney.
Mr.. and Mrs. James Gibbs spent Sun.
day evening with Mr. and Mrs. Joe
Townsend.
Mrs Joe Townsend entertained a
number of friends last Tuesday evening.
Those present were, Misses Della. Dasia,
and Mary Rodney, Lula Chopper,
Minnie and Mamie Gibbs. Messrs.
Willie Rodney. RUDE and Will Chopper.
John Gibbs. John Bodley. q. III. Mat
thews, and J. p. Rodney. All reported
IL very pleasant time.
IMr. Green Davis has resigned his
bposition with the Shovel Lumber Co.
Il Mr.. Will Burbage and sister Edna.
hfter spending last week with friends
in Harrington returned Wednesday.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
An Impressive Service.

Aishop Adams visited st. Paul's
ChrNch. Berlin, on Wednesday evening"
April 18th. and confirmed class of four
teen persons. His sermon and his ad-
dress to the candidates were marked
with exceeding force and feeling. The
congregation was so large that seats
could not be provided for all. The fol-
lowing persons being presented by their
Rector, the Rev. J. Gibson CAN'T, re.
ceived 1.-The Laying on of Hands,"
William Pitts. Fred Hastings. Edw.
Hastings, James Dirickson. HARDWOOD
Purnell, Selby Purnell. MARSHALL CAN'T,
Bette Purnell, Elsie Davis. Virgie Da-
Wis. Ruth Baker. Aralanta Coffin, Hettie
Coffin, Helen Dirickson.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
Danger of Colds and Grip.

The greatest danger from colds and
grip is their resulting in pneumonia. If
reasonable care is used, however, and
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy taken.
all danger will be avoided. Among the
tens of thousands who have used this
remedy for these diseases we have yet
to learn of single case having resulted
in pneumonia. which shows conclusively
that it is certain preventative of that
dangerous disease. 1t will cure cold
or an attack of the grip in less time
than any other treatment. 1t is pleasant
and safe to take. For sale by p. ID.
Oottingham d Co.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
Beware of OintmentS for Ga.
taIFh that Contain Mercury,

as mercury will surely destroy the sense
of smell and completely derange the
whole system when entering it through
the mucous surfaces. Snch articles
should never BE- used except on prescrip.
ton from reputable physicians, as the
damage they will do is ten fold to the
good you can possibly derive from them.
Halls Catarrh Cure. manufactured by
+. J. Cheney & Co, Toledo. o. con-
taines no mercury. aud is taken internal
ly. acting directly upon the blood and
mucous surfaces of the system In buy
ing Halls Catarrh Cure be sure you get
the genuine. 1t is taken internally and
made in Toledo, Ohio, by +. J. Cheney
& Co. Testimonials free. Sold by Drugg
lists, Price 75c per bottle. Halls Fami-
ly Pills are the best. p. ID. Cottingham
e. Co
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
After LA Grippe-Whato

Usually hacking cough and gener-
al feeling of weakness, often leading to
fatal results after the patient is sup
posed to have passed the danger point
Foley's Honey and Tar is guaranteed
to cure the grippe cough" and make
you strong and well. Ii never fails to
stop cough if taken in time. Take no
substitutes.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
Grip Remedies i'm Great

When colds aud grip are prevalent
the quickest and surest remedies are in
great demand Mr.. Joseph ID. Williams,
of McDuff. Va. says that he was cured
of IA very deep and lasting attack of la
grippe by using Chamberlain Cough
Remedy after trying several other
preparations with no effect. For sale by
p. ID. Cottingham s. Co.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
Chronic Bronchitis Cured.

"For ten years had chronic bron-
chits so bad that at times could not
speak above whisper" writes Mr..
Joseph Coffman. of Montmorenci, Ind.
| tried all remedies available. but with,
no success. Fortunately my employer
suggested that try Foley's Honey aud
Tar Its effect was almost miraculous,
AMI am now cured of the disease. On
my recommendation many people have
used Foley's Honey and Tar. and al
ways with satisfaction"
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
Obituary.

Mr. John Il Smack departed this life
Saturday. April 18th. after a lingering
illness of consumption. He was only
43 years old, but he had been great
sufferer. and death came to him as
welcome relief from bodily ills. His
widow has the sympathy of all friends
and acquaintance.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25

Be sure and use that old and well-tried
remedy, MRS. WTNsLow's SOOTHING
SYRUP for children teething. 1t soothss
the child. softens the gums. allays Al
pain, cures wind collie and is the BEST
remedy for diarrha9a Twenty-Five
cents bottle. IT is THE BEST OF
ALL.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
Pneumonia Is Robbed of its
TerrOrS

Buy Foley's Honey and Tar. 1t stops
the racking cough and heals and
strengthens the lungs. If taken in time
it will prevent an attack of pneumonia.
Refuse substitutes. p. ID. Cottingham
& Co.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25

Last week John Edward Toadvine
colored. aged II years. son of John
Toadvin, engineer of Dulany & Sons
saw mill at Fruitland, was taken to the
Peninsula Hospital, Salisbury. with a
fractured skull, which was trephined by
DR. Dick. The boy had gone out in the
field aud got in the way of his brothers
hoe. which came down on his skull in
stead of the ground which was being
grubbed.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25

Local notices IN these columns are
wged for at The rate Of 10 cents line
euery insertion. IL matters not ,chat
.ers charge. We regulate our own
ices according to The fair 'eorth Of this
uadt as an ADVERTISING medium.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25
LIRERTYTOWN.

Mr. Job Jarman. of Salisbury, was a
welcome visitor to many friends and
relatives here the former part of this
week.
Sorry to report Mrs. George Timmons
critically i'll at this writing.
Mr.. Elisha Mitchell, of near Willards,
visited Mr.. Oscar Timmons Sunday.
Misses Martha Lewis and Mary Rayne,
of near Powellsville, visited Mr. and
Mrs. Parker Rayne Saturday and Sun
day.
Misses Amanda Dennis. Leila Jack
son and Ellie Jones, OF near Pittsville.
spent Saturday and Sunday with Mr.
and Mrs. John Timmons.
Mr.. Moses Timmons, of Ocean City.
visited relatives here Saturday and Sun
day
Mr.. ami Mrs. Isaac Parsons of near
Pittsville, visited her brother, Mr. Isaac
Smack. Sunday.
Mr. Hartwell Timmons had the mis-
fortune to get his finger accidentally
SHOT while adjusting "a pistol one day
last week.
Mr. and Mrs Bassett Timmons gave
a delightful party to their friends one
evening last week The ladies present
were. Misses Sarah Hickman, Maggie
Davis. Annie Birmingham, Katie Ad-
kins, Jennie Dennis, Ella Nicholson,
Bessie and Laura Clarke. Mamie Davis,
Lucy, Eta and Bertha Perdue, Addie
Timmons. Rosina McCabe. Goslie Hud-
son, Stella Parker. Olevia Timmons.
Chlotilda Timmons. Eva Holloway.
Mamie Mitchell, Annie Patey. and An
ME Baker. Music and games were in.
dulged in until late hour, when they
departed for their respective homes.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1903-04-25

Foley's Kidney Cure makes kidneys
and bladder right. Don't delay taking,
Foley's Kidney Cure if taken in time
affords security from all kidney and
bladder diseases. p. ID. Cottingham &
Co
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1903-07-01
McCUE MAY BE INSANE
He Has Been Taken to Fort sheri.
dan and Will Be Examined
by Alienist.

Chicago, July 1.--Lieutenant William K.
McCue, First infantry, U. s. A, who left
his two weeks bride at hotel In this
city early Monday morning when the re-
port reached here that he had wife liy-
ing in Cincinnati, late yesterday afternoon
returned to the hotel and attempted to
effect a reconciliation. Lieutenant Wills,
aide de-camp to General Bates, appeared
at the hotal and took the young officer
IN charge. He will be detained at Fort
Sheridan pending an examination as to
his sanity.
I will willingly go with you to Fort
Sheridan, SO long as I can be assured
that my wife will be safe here in the
hotel" said McCue to Wills. ..But I am
not insane, and am not a bigamist. The
woman IN Cincinnati who claims to be my
wife must be crazy. Yes, admit know
her. In fact, she is my cousin, and at
one time I was engaged to marry her.
But never did marry her, all reports to
the contrary Notwithstanding