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Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
MILLENBECK.

!. Il. Luckum shipped the first peas
from this place this season.
t. II. Gill, of Avalon, was seen In this
village recently.
l.. ID. Stoneham, of Molusk, was seen
In this place last week.
Raleigh Carter and II. w. Foster, of
Kilmarnock, were seen here recently.
w. ii. Dunaway and E. +. Stevens have
returned home from Urbanna for a
months stay.
Mrs. Sadie Green, Of Moran, was visit
ing Miss Rosa Doggett recently.
There was quite large attendance at
Millenbeck Sunday School on last Sun
day. That is what we like to see
In The Coon OLD SUMNER TINE.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
COL. MOSBY APPOINTED,

Colonel John s. Mosby was this
week appointed an assistant attorney
general of the United States. His
future home will be in Washington.
Senator Daniel and other prominent
Virginians interceded with the Pres
ident in Col. Mosby's behalf.
For some years the old Confede-
rate warrior has been battling with
the cattle barons of the West and
making them keep on their own
ranges. The barons WELD wide
political influence and have been de-
handing Mosby's transfer.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
TERMS OF COURTS.

ETH CIRcUIT7JUDGE T. X. B. WRIGHT.
RICHMOND CO.-First Monday in January.
March, May, July, September and Novem-
Der,
NORTHUMBERLAND CO.-Second Monday
in February. April, June, August, October
and December.
LANCASTER CO.-Third Monday in January,
March. May, July, September and Novem-
Der.
WESTMORELAND CO. Fourth Monday IN
February. April, June, August. October
and December.
ESSEX CO.-Third Monday in February,
April, June, August, October and December
18TH CIRCUTT-JUDGE G. TAYLOR GARNET.
MIDDLESEX CO.-Tuesday after the 4th
Monday in January, March, May, July,
September and November.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
WEEMS.

Robert Balderson, of Warsaw, was
here on business last week. He was ac-
companied by his friend, Mr.. Bowen.
Mrs. Griffin Ashburn has been quite
sick recently. Mrs. Henry Benson was
also very sick last week.
ChildFens' Day exercises will be held
at the Baptist Chapel on the night Of the
first Sunday In June.
Owing to the absence of the pastor
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
RELIGIOUS NOTES,

There will be preaching at Bluff Point
Sunday IL a. m. by Rev. G. Tinsley
Thrift.
There wiki be preaching at Wesley
chapel next Sunday at p. IN.
Irvington Epworth League will hold
weekly meetings IN Irvingion Methodist
church instead of monthly meetings as
heretofore. 1t will meet on Wednesday
night of each week except the Wednes-
day preceding the second Sunday, on
which latter day 1t will hold the regular
Sunday morning service.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
TIBITHA.

On Wednesday last DR.. w. G.
Clark and Elmer Hartzell and
wife. of New York, who were out on
a pleasure trip to Norfolk and Wash
iugton, gave Reedville a short visit.
Mr.. Hartzell furnished those who
were near the wharf with some
beautiful songs on the graphophone.
Mrs. Elenora Somerville returned
home from Baltimore on Wednesday
last.
Miss Eva Jet, after spending two
weeks in Baltimore, returned home
on Tuesday last.
DIR. Frank Walker, of Fairport, is
the happy father of twins-two large
fine boys, who made their appearance
on the 18th inst.
Mr.. and Mrs. l.. +. Cockrell gave
a party on the 10th, in honor of the
birthday of their little son, Eugene,
which was one of the most delight
full children's parties given In Reed
vile for many years.
II. b. Moore has been quite sick
for the past week.
Henry Mcfarland has accepted a
position as weigh-master for Heller,
Hirsh and Co., of New York, sta
toned at Reedville.
A number of young people gath
cred at the hospitable residence of
Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Morris on
Thursday night, where a party was
given in honor of Mr.. Nottingham
and Miss McGrath, who were on a
visit to Mr.. Morris.
A cook in this vicinity drank a
quantity of essence of lemon on Fri
day night with suicidal intent. 1t
had the desired effect, as he died on
Saturday morning.
Alonzo Dawson, wife and little
son, Ray, are ON a visit to Mr.. Daw-
sons brother in Norfolk.
II. B. Ball. of Newport News,
was in Reedville, last week organic
ing camp of the Modern Woodmen
of America, a social as we'll as bene-
fetal order. Mr.. Ball organized a
camp at Lancaster Courthouse last
week with twenty one charter MEM
bers.
T. A. Jet caught sturgeon on
Friday last aud sold the roe to Clay
ton Talisferro for SEQ.
John A. Crowther lost very fine
colt this week.
Miss Lena Rock, of Baltimore, is
visiting Miss Louise Oyerton, of
Reedville.
Mrs. Mary Hopkins, of Washing
ton, is paying visit to Mrs. Sam
Butler, in 'Reedvllle.
Clayton Taliaferro has purchased
during the past week over $l00
worth Of sturgeon roe.
Miss Ada Hously returned here a
few days since from Bethel, Del,
where she has been attending school.
Capt. George Neale has been quite
sick for the past week.
Capt. John @. Haynie, who has
been quite sick for several months,
is out again.
The following have been elected as
officers of the Rose Bud Society OF
Bethany M. E. church: Miss Ora
Croswell, president; Miss Agnes
Reed, vice-president; Everett Marsh,
secretary; Garnett Haynie, assistent
secretary; Luther Rice, treasurer;
Miss Etwell Marsh, organist, fol-
Reedville, and Miss Lillian Haynie,
organist for Oak Grove. Mrs. Clay
ton Taliaferro and Miss Annie Marsh
were appointed as a programme
committee. AJACKs.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
Lancaster County.
MORAN.

There will be sll-dsy service at Provi-
dcnce next Sunday.
Mrs. Luck, of Norfolk, is visiting her
brother, Capt. Raymond Sparrow.
p. Moran has just completed two
launches. The Chase Bros. purchased
one and +. G. Richardson the other.
Mrs. o. S. Boswell is still on the sick
list. VIOLET.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Don't forget about our fine line of Mattings,
Rugs, Oilc!oth, I.aces, Ribbons and Dry Goods.
MEssIcK. LONG Il Co., Irvington. Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
SHINGLES! SHINGLES!!

We keep constantly on hand 4, 5, and
inch cypress shingles at lowest prices.
w. a. CAMERON 81 Bro, Weems.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
MISSIONARY NOTICE.

The District Meeting of the Woman's
Fereign Missionary SoCiety-Rappahan
mock District-will convene at Grace
church, Mathews county, Monday night
May 10Th, continuing through tuesday
and Wednesday.
Annual sermon Tuesday night by Rev
). y. Babcock. The programme promises
FEAST OF good things, and you are cor.
dialiy invited to attend and help further
the interests of this work.
FANNIE Ii. ROBINSON, Dist. Sec'y.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
ANNOUNCEMENT.

The ladies of Wesley church will give
an entertainment at /. o. o. F's hall,
James Store, on the evening, May 81.
The entertainment will consist of vocal
and instrumental music and a drama.
Strawberries and ice cream will be
served. Proceeds for benefit of Wesley
chapel. Doors open at Z o'clock. Admis-
sion % cents.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

DON'T forget about our line line OF MattingS,
Rugs, Oilcloth, I.aces, Ribbons and Dry Goods.
MEssIcK. LONG Il Co., Irvington. Va.
Mrs. James Sanders and mot her, Mrs.
Webb, returned Friday last from three
weeks visit in Richmond county. Willie
Pearson, of Essex, returned with them
for couple days.
The Mason Brothers launched their
new gasoline boat Saturday. 1t was
christened NJ. A. Mason after the young
mems mother. Miss Lydia Heath, their
niece, acted as sponsor.
Mrs. w. Med. Lee left Wednesday
for Fredericksburg en- route to st. Just,
Orange county, called there by the criti-
cal Illness of her father, II. b. Boughton,
who has recently gone to that place.
Encourage home enterprise and buy your
lumber OF w. IL. Jesse. LItwalton. Lancaster
co. Material the best, prices low, big freights
saYed.
Drs. Newbill and Hubbard were sum.
moned 10 meet the steamer here from
Baltimore last Saturday morning to
relieve Mr.. r. Tunstall Peirce who was
suffering fearfully. Mr.. PIERCE is now st
st. Luke's hospital, Richmond, and his
host of friends await tidings with
anxiety.
Some visitors seen here recently: Mrs.
Griff Il. Ashburu, T. 1. Ratcliff, Peter
Stevens, A. s. Hardy, Fl. p. Hall, Rev.
II. l.. Walton, Wallace Buchan, Gordon
Blundon, L. s. Hurley, Spencer George,
r. G. Sanford, Evan Owen, H. E. Owen,
sc. Thomas, Miss Bette Currell, Willie
Ingram, /. H. Landlord, Henry w. Lank-
ford, Capt. G.. p. Squires, Miss Mamie
Mae Squires.
Late arrivals at Irvington Beach: D.
III. Patterson, T. G. Lewis, Miss Mary
Cowart, II. ii. Norris, f. G. Franz, w.
B. Holbrook. Miss Mary II. Brinkley,
Miss Jessie l.. Caudy. Mr.. and Mrs. ].
f. Grant, Mr.. and Mrs. j. F. Strother,
Mrs. E. J. Curry and daughter, Misses
Genevieye and Lou Ball, E. B. White
house, II. c. Quinlan, r. l.. Ficklin, G.
q. Field, II. G. Thomas, Messrs. Numsen,
Reiadollar, Parker, Owens, Currie and
Uttermohle
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
NOTICE THESE:

Beef cattle wanted.
Festival at COrinth church.
c liilson advertises sloop for sale.
Sale of Monaskon Seed Farm.
Ladies of Wesley church will hold
entertainment
Frank T. Clark Co., Norfolk. appear in
new and attractive ad this week
That popular salesman, It. Jerome
Downing, as will he seen in card in an.
other column will in future represent the
Heineman Drug Co. in this section.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
SHELLS FOR SALE.

3 cents per bushel on pile at Weems.
At cents per bushel delivered in Kappa
hammock.
o cents per bushel delivered on BAY
shore. w. A. CAMERON & BRO,
Weems, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
NOTICE.

The ladies of Corinth NJ. f. church
will give an entertainment at that church
Wednesday evening, June LIST. There
will be plenty OF strawberries. ice cream
and confectionaries on hand. Supper
on the grounds, and at 8 o'clock Rev. f.
r. Garner will give one of his famous
lectures on the subject, Mistakes.
Everybody Is invited TO come.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
The Cause of Many
Sudden Deaths.

There Is a disease prevailing in this
country most dangerous because so decep-
Ill II luz IN tive Many sudden
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
EXECUTORS NOTICE,

All persons indebted to the estate of
the late j. w. Brilliant, Of Belle Isle,
will please make settlement to the under
signed; and all claims agaimt the estate
will be presented to me, properly certi-
fed, on or before July 20, 1904
IL. @. BRILLIANT, Executor.
Reedyille, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
A CARD.
To my merchant friends and the trade
nenarallu of Eastern Wirninia.

To my merchant friends and the trade
generally OF Eastern Virginia:
This Is to announce to you that have
associated myself with Heineman Drug
Co., 1913 w. Pratt ST., Baltimore, Whole
sale Druggists, Importers of Druggists
sundries, and dealers in Paints, Oils, and
specialties.
VIII call on you regularly with full
line of samples and trust to be favored
with a share of your valued orders.
OUR MOTTO.
"Prompt shipments, pure goods and
prices that defy competition"
Very respectfully yours,
Il. j. DOWNING.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
LANCASTER COURTHOUSE.

The family of Rev. Il. +. Bentley, OF
this circuit, has Joined him at Urbanna,
where they will reside presumably until
Conference. MIR. Bentley's health has
hardly improved any.
MIR. and Mrs. J. Carroll McKenney, at
White Marsh, were this week blessed
by the advent OF little boy.
The Wiiliam-Morris murder case at
Lancaster Court is well into its second
week. 1t may enter the third week before
closing.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Mrs. James Sanders and mot her, Mrs.
Webb, returned Friday last from three
weeks visit in Richmond county. Willie
Pearson, OF Essex, returned with them
for a couple days.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
VIRGINIA MILITARY INsrIrUrr

lexington, va. The Board of Visitors, at
1 II Annual Meeting on the Goth day of next
vacancies in the list, I'd, 9Th, 7th, 18th, 10th,
Sist 2itn 18th. 26th. eth. 34th. 35th 3sth. Sen
These appointments carry free board and
tultion. Applications should be addressed TO
sne Undersigned on or before June l0th on
SCOTT SHIP, Supt.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

The Mason Brothers launched their
new gasoline boat Saturday. 1t was
christened Nj. A. Mason after the young
mems mother. Miss Lydia Heath, their
niece, acted as sponsor.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Mrs. w. Med. Lee left Wednesday
for Fredericksburg en- route to st. just,
Orange county, called there by the criti-
cal Illness of her father, II. b. Boughton,
who has recently gone to that place.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
WHARTON GROVE pRIyIIEcps

Sealed bids for horse-lot and stare
privileges for Wharton Grove Camn,
i9O4, will be received by Rev. F. w. CLAY.
brook, hi!marnock, Va, until June 4th.
ana and viii be opened at 9 p. m. that day al
Kilmarnock. ' ~
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
FOR 400 DOLLARS.

10 acre lot of land, part of historic
Dltchley" farm, situated on DIVIDING
creek, Northumberland county, Va
splendid site for dwelling. Price 800
terms reasonable.
SUNNYsIDE REAL ESTATE Co.
Kilmarnock, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

REV. l.. h. COMBS, Rector.
White Chapel, First and Third Sundays. III AM
TriRIty. First and Third sundays. 1870 Z. NJ
Grace, Second Sunday, III A. NJ; Fourth Sun
day, z. NJ.
wicomicO. Second Sunday, 3 P. NJ; Fourth
Sunday. IL A. ST.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
GASOLINE AND KEROSENE

w. A. Cameron & Bro, Weems, Va.
agents for the Standard Oil Co, have
received large shipment OF oil and can
now supply the trade with both gasoline
ana coal oil at lowest daily wholesale
prices.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Misses Georgia Laws, Lola Haynie
and Susie and Carrie Norris, of this
place, after spending some time with
friends at Brouns Store, have returned
home.
Mrs. Jennie Norris, of huntsville,
visited Mrs w. Ii. Haynie recently.
X. o. Norris returned from Cape
Charles last Sunday. LILAC.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Miss Msude Leland and niece, little
Rachel Leonard, left last week for a
short stay In Baltimore.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

MUSIC Both vocal and instrumental
Taught. l also repair and tune pianos AND
Vrgans: satisfaction guaranteed, or no paw
Another branch OF my business IS rnnp,nSa
singing schools in churches and schools an e
where In reach of lrvington. i graduatad y,
the Blind Institute ut Staunton nfteen year,
dress me at Irvington. or the CTrIzES Once
PAOE. y. A NDEN
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

kidneys themselves break down and waste
away cell by CELL
Bladder troubles most always result from
arrangement Of the kidneys and a cure Is
obtained quickest by proper treatment OF
tho kidneys. Ii you are feeling badly you
can make no mistake by taking Or. Kilmer s
Swamp-Root, the great kidney liver and
bladder remedy,
! II correctsinabilityt TO hold urine and scald-
Ing pain In passing it. and overcomes that
unpleasant necessity Of being compelled to
go often during the day, and to get up many
times during the night The mild and the
extraordinary effect Of Swamp Root is soon
realized |, stands the highest for its won
derful cures of the most distressing cases.
Swamp Root is pleasant to take and sold
by oil druggists In fifty-cent and one. dollar
sized bottles. You may folK|
have sample bottle OF EYT7TTlY1c H
this wonderful new dis 4. (. (. 80
covery and book that ~ k.ls.ss y " "
tells all about IT, both Home OF swamp-RoOt.
Sentfree bymail. Address Or. Kilmer & Co.
Binghamton, NY. When writing mention
reading this generous offer in this paper.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
RELIGIOUS APPOINTMENTS.
METHODIST.

REV. J. NJ. ANDERSON. Pastor.
trvington, First and Third Sundays, II A. NJ:
Second and Fourth Sunday nights:
Prayer Meeting Wednesday nights.
White Stone. First and Third Sundays 3 L. NJ;
Second aud Fourth Sundays. III "A. VI.
Fleets Island, Second sunday, z. NJ. Third
Sunday night.
Poplar Neck, Fourth Sunday. 3 p. NJ.
Rev. X. Z. BENTLEY. Pastor.
White Marsh. First Sunday, IL A. NJ; Third
Sunday. 3 L. NJ.
RehOboth. First Sunday, p. NJ; Third Sun
day, II A. NJ.
Bluff Point, First Sunday. 1880 z. NJ; Fifth
Sunday. IL A. NJ:
Edgely, Second Sunday, IL A. NJ; Fourth sun
day. 3 a. NJ.
Bethel. Second Sunday, p. NJ; Fourth sun
day. IL A. NJ.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
FOR SALE.

Sloop, Mary Ester, capacity 800
bushels. For further information apply
to @. HILSON, Reedville, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
LanCaSter'S
Business Directory.
LUMBER FOR SALE,

/ have in operation a good mill on the
Mlllenbeck tract of lumber situated on
Whitehouse creek. Am prepared to fur
nlsh all grades of lumber on short notice,
either aboard boat or on shore.
L.. ID. SToNEHAM, Molusk, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

II you want dwellings. churches tapts ar
houses or any description built write to W, III.
Jesse, contractor, Litwalton, Va. Estimates
"aV down; mills located in Lancaster county
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

WANTED: In every community young
isdy or gentlemen who is fond of books, to
take charge of a branch OF the OLD DOMIN-
ION CIRCULATING LIBRARY, general
once, 70 Governor St.. Richmond, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

by insuring in the Northern Neck
Mutual Fire Assn, Irvington, Va, YOU
escape any chance of having law suit
on your hands in case you burn out
troubles are not apt to arise, and il they
DO the bylaws say they shall be adjusted
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Don't forget the interesting account of
travels by Alvah ID. James tonight (Fri-
day. at Irvington Opera House.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
FOR SALE.

Pure Berkshire pigs for sale by
ID. W. @. SHARP,
Sharps, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Democrats, TURNOUT at your precincts
on Saturday afternoon of next week and
elect delegates TO the State Convention.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Fresh Pork and Beef viii be found at Mes
sick, Long & Co.'s every Saturday.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
WEIR POLES AND LUMBER.

THE UNDERSIGNED will be pleased
to communicate with parties in want
! OF Weir Poles and Lumber, long OIL
short lengths.
w. III. JESSE, Litwalton, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
BAPTIST.

REV. r. w. CLAYBRooK. Pastor.
Irvington, Second and Fourth Sundays. $3.50
z. NJ; First Sunday, s p. NJ.
Wicomico. First and Third Sundays, IL A. NJ.
kilmarnock, Second aud Fourth Sundays,
III A. NJ.
Bluff Point Chapel, Third Sunday. $50 L. NJ.
Brent's Hall (kilmarnOck). Second, Fourth
and Fifth Sundays. 7:30 u. NJ.
Weems, Third sunday, 7:3O p. NJ; Fifth Sun
day. ii A. NJ.
REV. q. Y. BRADLEY. Pastor.
white stone. First and Third SUNDAYS. IL A,
M.;Second and Fourth Sundays, SIP, NJ
Fleets Island, Second and Fourth Sundays
III A.h.:First and Third Sundays. 3P. NJ.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

r. T. Douglass, of Brookvale, was the
guest Tuesday of the Editor.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
LOCAL MENTION,
Ali communications should be addressed Il
the VIRGINIA CITIZEN. Irvington, Va.

Capt. s. p. Simmons is in Baltimore
this week.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27

Miss Street, of upper Middlesex, sister
in-law of Mrs. lack Street, is visiting the
latter at the home of Mrs. Frank Wilshin
In this village.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
BEEF CATTLE WANTED.

Anyone having for sale good, Eat beef
cattle can dispose ofthem 10 good advan.
tage. Terms cash. Applyto
w. r. BEVIS, Avalon, Va.
Virginia citizen. (Irvington, Va.) 1891-1921, 1904-05-27
PRESBYTERIAN.
EPISCOPAL.

REV. Il. T. WALTON, Pastor.
weems. second and Fourth Sundays IL a. NJ.
and 1850 Il. NJ.
The Cairo bulletin., 1904-08-16
A NEW MANAGING EDITOR.

The Bulletin Company is pleased to
announce that Mr.. S. ]. Stockard, for
merly of Columbia, Tenn, has accept.
ed the position of managing editor OF
The Bulletin. He arrived in the city
day or two ago and with this issue
Of the paper assumes charge.
Mr.. Stockard is a man OF ten years
experience In newspaper work, CON
siderable part OF that time having
been spent with the Birmingham
News. one of the leading papers in
the state of Alabama He comes to
The Bulletin with the sincere and
hearty commentator of those with
whom he has been associated and the
management of The Bulletin feels
assured that he will give to the paper
and its readers the most satisfactory
service.
The following from a recent issue
of The Herald. of Columbia. Tenn
will show the high esteem of that pa.
per for Mr.. Stockard and the splen-
did reputation he has enjoyed in
that city:
"Mr. s. ]. Stockari, city editor OF
The Herald, has resigned his position
TO accept the managing editors chair
on the Cairo ull) Daily Bulletin
The Herald will always hold grudga
against The Bulletin for robbing us OF
a man the like of whom we do not
know where to find. He is talented
he is tactful. he is discreet; he gives
the news without fear. favor or affec
ton, and, to any man with three
grains of sense and one ounce of fair
ness, without offense. He can scent 3
news item from afar, chase 1t down
and write the story in better style
than nine out Of ten Of the men on
the metropolitan dalies. That he vii
make good" on The Bulletin. nObod,
in this Office doubts. Our consolation
is thct ne will make so good tina
some larger paper In the near future
will raise the limit on The Bulletin
as they are doing on us and call hin
10 a still larger field Of usefulnes.
and success Wherever he goes The
Herald will follow him with an abid
ing interest and constant faith ant
will watch with pride his steady climl
10 the top"
The Cairo bulletin., 1904-08-16
Tells Profession BY Profile.

Little Tommy was. paying a visit to
Mr.. and Mrs, Franklin. old friends OF
his parents The young man required
a good deal OF amusing, and his host
and hostess were somewhat at a loss
till the latter bethought her OF the pOr'
trait album, which they went through
together with much industry and at
ten,ion to detail as to the past. pres
cnt ana probable future lives of the
persons represented. Toward the end
OF the book were two of those aStound-
ing profles. cut out of black paper. in
which our refathers-strange people
delighted.
Those" said Mrs Franklin. ARE
my father ard mother"
OH said Tommy. Then he hest
lated, and scrurinized them more thor
oughly. Il s'pose. he said. they was
ehimney-sweeps wasn't they"
The Cairo bulletin., 1904-08-16
Local.

The money appropriated blythe city
to the Cairo and Blandyille Town
ship wad company has, we believe,
been judiciously expended We have
now very fair connection with the in
terror OF Ballard county. Teams can
reach Cairo al all seasons Of the year.
When the river is ont of its banks
the ferry boat can reach the point
where the road crosses the creek or
bayou and at ali other times the reg
ular ferry landing is access ible.
The Cairo and Evansville mail
packet Cumberland exploded her
boilers at 4:30 a. m. on Saturday
last short distance above and in
sight of Shawnoetown. BY this said
accident from twelve to twenty lives
are supposed to have been lost.
We understand that the Cumber.
land was insured for about $1,000 but
not against explosion.
Capt. G. ID. Williamson, one of the
principal owners. went up to the
wreck last night on the Armada.