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Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01
UNMOVED BY PRAYER
MAYOR WEAVER OF PHILADRL-
PHIA IN NEW ASPECT.
Quaker City Executive Declares He Is
in No Need of Divine Guidance
in Municipal Affairs-An
Interesting Character.

Philadelphia.-The nrst Englishborn
citizen to be elected to the Office of
chief executive of any American city
of great Importance is not establishing
a record for unqualified popularity. The
citizen in question is John Weaver,
mayor of this city, who has so wrought
up the ministers of the Quaker City
that from their pulpits every Sunday
they pray especially for the spiritual
sickening of the official presiding at
the city hall. Mayor Weaver seems
not to be in the least disturbed by the
wave of petitions sent heavenward on
his account. He still asserts that
Philadelphia is the best governed city
on the continent and its chief execu-
tive in no special need of a divine
lightning bolt to point to the path Of
duty.
John Weaver is a devo1t Baptist
His critics say he processes but does
not possess the Christian spirit. How
ever that may be, he teaches a Sunday
school class every Sunday, and, when
harassed by official duties, turns for
inspiration to the following verse,
neatly framed over the mayoralty
desk:
For the cause that needs assistance.
For the wrong that needs resistance,
For the future In the distance
And the good tAat | can do.
The mayors enemies say that his
honor fondly hopes that 1.-THE future in
the distance" thinly wells a John
Weaver wearing judicial ermine, and
that were it not for that vision he
would pay more attention to the wall
of the indignant citizens who say that
vice is protected by the mayors SUBJ
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01
PIONEER BLACKSMITH SHOP
Situated at Independence, Mo.--Sanra
Fe Trail Wagon Trains Equipped
There Many Years Ago.

Kansas City. Mo.-At independence,
Mo-, few days ago were closed the
doors of a blacksmith shop so old no one
can remember just when it was first
opened The last owner, William Strode
abandoned the business because he had
grown too feeble to work at his trade,
after SO years labor there. He does not
know when his predecessor and one
time partner. the late Robert Weston,
established the shop.
The old brick building was probably
erected some time In the '40s its build
er being Charles Strobe Robert Wes-
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01

Vice President Fairbanks is receiv-
ing the warmest receptions wherever
he goes The peonle of all sections
regard him rs being man Of won.
derful attainments, measuring credit.
ably up to every duty Of his high
office. 1t is more than likely that he
will be called upon in four wears to
be the standard bearer Of the party
whicn he represents. No better choice
could possibly be made for president.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01

There seems to be great deal OF
speculation as to who will be success
full in securing the delegates from this
county to the convention which meets
at Keyser on April Goth to nominate
successor to Judge DAYTON who re.
Gently resigned. AS is generally
known there are three candidates in
this city, viz, DR.. W. L. Henshaw.
Hon. George f. Evans and Hon. John
Hetzel, each one. no doubt. bellev-
ing that he deserves the honor Of re-
county.
In some respects the situation is
very peculiar, indeed. AS would be
expected. each candidate has his own
following. and were it otherwise such
a candidate would be left in the
lurch Bat, has any aspirant the
he cannot support him for the nomi-
nation when there are three candi-
dates in the field? What is the use of
back biting when there is no need of
it? The man with the most friends.
and who is able to induce the people
to vote for him either at the primary
deserving of the delegates from this
county. be he whom he may.
Let il be understood that the writer
will not advocate the nomination of
any man in this county through the
columns of this paper. But after the
convention has named the man, be he
our friend or foe. we will support
him in everv conceivable way, for we
do not believe that any man is greater
than his party.
Politics in this county are wavering
Oh account of the ill-feeling, au;mosi-
ty aud bitterness. that exists among
some of the leaders. II will not
support the ticket on account of GER
tain individuals holding office" put
them OUT, and similar expressions
are heard from some sf those who
unblushingly call themselves republi-
cans. when they scarcely did any,
thing TO put these men where they
are. 1t is high time for prejudice to
be laid aside. You should vote voul
sentiments, and not your prejudice
thus doing your duty as man, re.
CARELESS of petty grievances whicr
amount to nothing
We recommend to the republican,
of this county to come out boldly
pushing to the front your respec iv'
candidate, and if you lose in landins
the delegates for thei one of you
choice. sympathize with him au'
congratulate the fortunate one, wish
ing him the greatest success imagln
able. II Berkeley County polite
could be run in this wav our of
would not be filled with democrats a
they are today. with three exceptions
1t seems that harmony has flow
away, and dissention, that destro' e
of good efforts. has taken its pla9e
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01

1t is not exaggerating in the least
when we say that the financial coudi.
ton of this county is vergiDg on
bankruptcy. The court is unable TO
meet its necessary expenses, hence,
bills must remain unpaid. The con-
dition of affairs is alarming. and it is
getting worse every day. 1t will re-
qu;re the keenest iuancierinR to put
the treasury in as good condition as it
was when the democrats took charge
of it We do not believe it can be
done.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01
APPLICATIONS
FOR
Liquor License

Pursuant 10 the provisions Of the Acts of the
Legislature for 1905, for the regulation of licenses,
notice is hereby given that the following additional
Applications for license have been lied at This Office
For the sale of liquors, wines, porter, ale, beer
and drinks OF like nature.
w s Little IL Co., residence Ill East Liberty,
Martinsburg; place TOR which license is desired 6Ol,
North Queen street, MaftinsbuIg, w Va.
Jacob Schleuss residence corner Of Martin and
Spring streets, Mar.insburg, w Va: place for
burg, w Va. -
Given under my hand and the seal Of the County:
Court of Berkeley County, West Virginia, this
day Of March. 1905 A9lis 9 : 90
IL BENDER, Clerk,
County Court OF said County Of Berkeley, sla -
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01
RELIC OF THE MAYFLOWER.
Historic Desk Once the Property of
John Alden of Colonial
Fame.

Philadelphia historical desk in
the possession of Rev. William Alden,
of this city, was once owned by no less
a parsonage than John Alden, of CO.
lonial fame. 1t came over on the May
flower.
On this desk letters were written to
Priscilla
When John Alden was married it went
to the new home in Duxbury, and there
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01

Very little is said about who the
democrats will bring out for congress.
Colonel Stuart W. Walker, Mr.. Day.
tons last opponent, has frequently
been mentioneud as an agreeable can.
didate, but there is au old saving that
burnt child breads the fire. and we
presume this adage is applicable in
his case. However, this county Edid
magnanimonslv for him last fall.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01
NOTICE IN BANKRUPTCY.
In the District Court of the United States for
the Northern District OF West Virginia.

In the District Court of the United States for
the Northern District OF West Virginia.
In the matter of
JOHN z, MELODY. Ia p..,,...,
Bankrupt 4" "'""'"P'0y'
To the Honorable Aston G. Dayton, Judge Of
the District Court of the United States for
the Northern District of West Virginia:
John p Melody, of Martiusburg, in the
county of Berkeley and State of West Virginia,
in said district, respectfully represents that on
the day Of he was duly adjpdged
to bank ruptcy; that he has duly surrendered ali
his property aud rights of property aud has
fully complied with all the requirements OF said
acts and of the orders the court touching his
bankruptcy
Wherefore he prays that he may be decreed
by the court to have full discharge from all
debts provable against his estate under said
bankrupt acts, except such debts as are ex-
cepted by law from such discharge.
Dated this nth day Of March, A. D. 1905.
Bankrupt.
Northern District of West Virginia, SIS:
Onthis nth day of March, A, d. 1905, on read
ng the foregoing petition. il is ordered by the
court that hearing be had upon the same on
the 22ud day of April, A. ID. 1905, before said
court, at Martnsburg, IN said district. at 2
o'clock in the afternoon and that notice here
Of be on bished in The Martinsburg Herald, a
Newspaper printed in said district, and that all
known creditors and other persons in intere I
III ~ amp AR AZ the SAID tniednd p ace aud SHOW
cause, ii any they have, why the prayer of the
| said petition should IT be granted.
And IL is further ordered by the court that
| the clerk shall send by mail to all known credi,
| tors copies Of said petition and this order, adj
| dressed to them at their places OF residence as
| stated
| Witness the Honorable Aston G.. Dayton
1 Judge of the said court, and the seal thereof, al
| Martinsburg in said district, the 18th day Of
| JASPER Y MOORE,
! Clerk.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01

But in this congressional fight let
every one stand up for the candidate
of his choice. and IL he secures the
delegates Of the county, well and good !:
bat IL not, give the same energy and
the same effort toward electinR the
Dominee, thereby show ing the true
test of your repnblicanism.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01

Personal feeling should ha entirely
eliminated from the coming political
contest. aud no sspirant for the nomi-
nation should call mp any unpleasant
incidents TO further this cause In
many cases backbitiDg acts rs a bnom.
arang. Hence, the least said the
easiest mended.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01
BANK TAX CASE UP AGAIN
Supreme Court Of West Virginia
Has Reopened the Suit.
THREE DIVORCE SUITS FILED
Two Wives and One Husband Ask
Dissolution of Tie-Decision of
Judge Faulkner Upheld.

Word has been received here that
the supreme court OF appeals of this
state has granted writ of error in
the bank tax case, which was recently
decided here by judge Daley of
Romnev, sitting as special judge in
the suit Of the Old National bank
against the Berkeley County court
to prevent the court from Ievyinv GER
tain taxes against that and other
banks here. 1t will be remembered
that the banks entered plea that
their capital stock being invested in
government bonds, was not a prouer
subject of taxes. and Judge Daley
decided against the County court.
The case was carried to the supreme
court by Charles Dillon, state tax
commissioner. and that high tribunal
discovered an error in the. decision OF
Judge Daley. The action OF the court
means that the case will be reheard in
the supreme court, andait is said that
if that body decides against the banks
the latter will carry the case TO the
supreme court of the United States.
Tbs suit has aroused Widespread in
terest in West Virginia, and the aout-
come will be watched WITH sconcern
bv the national banks all .over the
state.
SUIT FOR DIVORCE.
The following snits for divorce have
been filed in the Berkeley Circuit
court. the charge IN each case being
desertion.
O. A. Rutherford against his wife
Florence r. Rutherford.
Julia A. Grigot against her husband,
John p. Grigot. The plaintiff resides
at Inwood. the defendants's where.
abouts being unknown.
Ella Gall shan against her husband.
Albert Callahan. The wife lives in
Moth Martinsburg; the residence of
the husband not known.
JUDGE FAULKNER UPHELD.
The supreme court OF appeals has
affirmed the decision of Judge Faulk-
ner in the suit OF Ignatius Gain
against j. T. Fisher. tried here
about two years ago. Cam. who re-
sides at Elkius. sued to recover the
sum of 1868 with interest, which he
had paid Fisher on some lots in Elkins
which lots had been previously sold
for taxes and purchased bv another
person Judge Faulkner held that
Fisher should refund the purchase
money to Gain. and the supreme court
upheldlthe decision.
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01

Nalue.)
II stayed for many years, loved and
priced by the couple and their children.
In 1876, when search was made
throughout the country for interesting
relics, this desk was brought to the front,
and sent to the exposition here, where
1t stood in prominent place in the New
England kitchen cheek by jowl with Per-
egrine White cradle. M t
Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1905-04-01
fRE NAgTInsBuRq pERALp

Ente red at the Pos,:ofce OF Mar'insDug, W. Va
,econd class mail matter.
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25
This Interests You.

The Signal wants local scribe in
every settlement in the county and as
many outside Of the county as we can
get in order that we may lay all the
news osfore our readers. Some man
or woman in each settlement should
see that their town or locality is
heard from at times and let your
neighbors know what you are doing.
Don't be afraid to write, we will fix
up your correspondence for you. Let
us hear from as many correspondents
as will oblige us, and we want all our
old ones to drop us few lines liz.
tie oftener than they have been doino.
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25
HOLD JOINT INSTALLATION
TOR 4. A. R. AND ". k. {.
Ceremonies Were Held Saturday
Afternoon At Old Fellows
HaN--W6 aHappy Event.

Saturday afternoon at Odd Fellows
hall the joint installation of McCon-
vile Post G. A. R., and the Women
Relief Corps was held. Colonel
Drake, department commander Of
Idaho, conducted the installation GER
emonies for the old soldiers and Nell
son f. Kimball, adjutant, performed
the ceremonies for the W. r. @. A
large attendance was present to take
part in and witness the pretty and
impressive services. At the conclu-
sion of the installation and transac-
tion of other business, tables were
arranged and were soon laden with
numerous good things which the lad
les had prepared for the event and
stored in an adjoining room. AS is
always the case, when the ladies pre-
pare for such occasions, it was feast
fit for the most fastidious, and the
way the old soldiers and few in
vited guests "went at it, was a
caution.
The following officers of McCon-
vile Post G. A. R. we're installed:
Commander-H. A. Lee,
Senior Vice-G. W. Buck.
Junior Vice-Noah w. Harris.
Chaplain-P. F. Hettinger.
Surgeon-J. M. Wheelhouse.
Quartermaster-A. w. Waters.
Adjutant-N. f. Kimhall.
Officer of the Guard-D. W. Webb.
DELEGATES, J. M. Wheelhouse, VIM.
Hamilton.
Alternates, G. W. Buck, W. W.
Pritchett.
Officers of the W. R. @. were in
stalled as follows:
President-Mrs. Geo. Triplow.
Senior Vice-Mrs. A. w. Waters.
Junior Vice-Mrs. Ellen Webb.
Treasurer-Mrs. Frank Edlin.
Chaplain-Mrs. Hindman.
Conductor-Mrs. Connaughton.
Guard-Mrs. Gilbert Tracy.
Delegates, Mrs. H. R. Warner, Mrs.
.. F. Drake;
Alternates Mrs. A. W. Waters. Mrs
A. Lee.
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25
News Of Our NeighbOTs
nst weIser Valley.

1~ W SAoOA 0AlOys
Well, we are all sleighing again
since the last snow.
There was dance given at the new
residence Of H. Smiths on Friday
evening 18th. Of Jan. A large crowd
attended; ali had a delightful time.
Mr.. Ed Fifer has been seriously
sick during the past week with sew
ere attack of pleurisy but is some
what improved at this writing. His
many friends wish him a speedy re-
covery.
Mrs. Colson has been seriously sick
during the past week but is some
what improved.
Grandpa and Gradma Shaw are
again able to be out
MIRA William Shaw has had an
other severe attack of Rheumatism
but 10 some better.
Miss Grace Elmer has also been among
the list OF sick during the past week.
Miss Dora Tate of weiser spent
Saturday and Sunday with her par
enta
mr. and Mrs. Sam Roseborough of
Monroe Greek we're visitors in the
Valley this week.
hra VIII 0rimmett is again able
70 resume her home duties after
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25

In the district court Of the th,,,
judicial district of the State OF rd.k5
in and for The County of Washinetoo
r. E. Lockwood, Plaintiff. !,
Pittsburg- Idaho Mining COMPANY !.
corporation. NOTICE is HERERS
GIVEN that in the above entitl.d
action there has been issued out :
the above named court, writ :
attachment against the property +
the said defendant, PittsburQ Idaho
Mining Company, a corporation.
(SEAL) FRANK E. SMITH
35-435 Clerk of said con,4
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25
VI HdV, hov,d.

Our friends and patrons will re-.
member that we have moved to the
Noetzel building on West Idaho
street opposite the old weiser Mer-
camille store, where we are better pre-
pared than ever to fill ell orders in
the Harness and Saddlery Line. Come
in and see us.
3stf. HARRIS &sDEAN
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25

Mrs. Horace Rothrock is in Weise1
staying at her mothers home with
her brother until her mother and
father Mr.. and Mrs. Stiverson return
home.
There was dance on Friday the
10th. at Geo. Keeney's. A large
crowd attended and all had delight
full time.
Mr.. Snyder has had carload of
furniture shipped from his old home
In Indiana and expects to move to
Weiser in the near future as he has
bought an interest in the mill.
Mrs. Mark Hindman and daughter
Katie have gone to Heppner, Ore. to
visit with Mrs. Hindman's sister also
to bring her other daughter Clara
home as she has been visiting with
her aunt the past few months.
Mrs. Geo. Slower has been sick
during the past week and is slightly
improved.
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25

The Post Office outfit, suitable for
second Glass Office. for sale cbean
must be sold to make room for other
business Possession given about
maren nrst. For particulars enquire
of, or write to,
PETER SOMA,
'"-so' BOISE, IDAHO.
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25

Crowns and Bridge Work at DIR.
:, only % per tooth. A
'A'y constantly Ia attendance. Fiys
ooofs west Of sommer's store. sssf
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25
Summons.

In the district court of the thin
judicial district Of the State of Id.ho
in and for the County Of WashinQtoD
R. E. Lockwood,
Plaintiff,
vs.. Ala
Pittsburg Idaho Mining Summon.
Company, corporation,
Defendant.
THE STATE OF IDAHO sepd.
greeting to the Pittsburg- Idaho Min.
ing Company, corporation, defer.
dant:
1t is hereby required to appear i,
an action brought against it by tbs
plaintiff R. E. Lockwood, in tb.|
District Court of the Third Judicial
District of the State Of Idaho, in anal
for the County of Washington. and|
to answer the complaint fls|
therein, within ten days (exclusiys|
Of the day Of service) after the 81.
vice on it Of this summons-if served
within this County, or il served out
of this County but within this Judic.
ial District then within twenty days
or, if served elsewhere within forty
days-or judgment by default will b
taken against it, according to The
prayer Of said complaint.
Said action is brought to reooy9
from the said defendant the sum i
Twenty five hundred forty -
57-100 Dollars in lawful money q
the United States, on accounts as fol-
lows;
For personal services of the plaintiff
and for cash advanced to defendant
a balance of S1754. 7s6
For account stated of one Matt Gas
per for balance S35. 3OI
For account stated to one ]. d.
Wooden for balance 1922. 95l
For account stated to one John Gas.
per for balance $50. DOL
For account stated to one T. II
Ford for balance II $40 o0|
For account stated to one G. WI
hartley for balance S1O7. 89I
For account stated to one ]. oil
'arsons for balance s38. 4sI
For account stated to one William
deihoffer for balance 800. 0OI
For account stated to one firm
smith and Webb for balance sss. Isl
For legal services to one B. s.
'arlan 300. OOH
All OF which said accounts wers
rior to the commencement Of thh
elton, for a valuable consideration.
sold and delivered by ths
aid parties to this plaintiff, who i
ow the holder and owner thereof.
The particulars more fully appear
'g In the complaint, a copy of which
aid complaint fled herein, is hereto
served herewith, made
art OF this summons and here re-
'rred to.
AND the said defendant corporation
hereby further notified that if It
Ills to appear and answer the com
amt filed herein, IS above required,
10 said plaintiff will take judgment
'alnst it for the sum demanded IN
Id complaint, to wit; for the sum
twenty-five hundred forty. and 81
~ dollars (s254O. and for The
SITS andssdisbursements incurred by
Q plaintiff in this action.
uiven under my hand and the seal
said District Court, at Weiser,
ahos this Goth. day of December,
d. 1904
FRANK e. SMITH.
Clerk Of said Court
'rris and Smith,
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25

The Great Bankrupt Sale still goes
on at the old Weiser Mercantile Co. =
store. Goods going at less than cost
Call and See. 1ott
The Weiser semi-weekly signal. (Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho) 1904-1911, 1905-01-25

. q good rubber plate for % Al d,
naer's store. 81. -"