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Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1905-11-03
Notice of Sherif's Sale
ON EXECUTION.
IN the Superior Court of the State of Washing
/ ton for Thurston county
Josiah Rankin,
i"in'"' Execution
J. X. Chaplin, w. 'i'''

49, Execution
J. X. Chaplin, W. 'i''.
Defendant
Under and by virtue of an Execution issued
out of the Superior Court of the State Of Wash
iDgton, holding terms at Olympia in and for
Thurston county, said State, and dated the 23d
day OF september, 1903, on u judgment and de-
cree rendered in said Court on the 18th day of
September, 1895 in favor of the above named
Plaintiff. Josiah Rankin, and against the above
named Defendant, ]. X. Chaplin, for the sum of
two thousand two hundred dollars and six cents
cents, amounting in all to the sum of two thou
sand two hundred and twelve dollars and sixty
six cents ($2.2l2.66).
Which said writ of execution was to me as
Sheriff of ThurstOn county, Washington, duly
directedsnd delivered, and by which will sell
title and interest of said j. X. chaplin to the
following described real estate, to-wit:
Block c, woodrufFs addition.
Lots II and - OF Sandcrson's Harbor.
Lots and 6, block l9, Woodruffs addition.
Lots ID and H. block g. WoOdrufr,s addition
The south half of the southeast quarter and lot
four OF section sixteen, Twp. nineteen N, X.
west, w. NJ.
Now. therefore, public notice is hereby given
that on the first day of November, 1906, at 10
O'Clock In the forenoon of said day at the front
door OF the Court House of Thurston county,
in the city Of Olympia, I will sell at public
auction to the highest bidder for cash the above
described real estate or SO much thereof as may
be necessary 10 raise sufficient TO satisfy said last
above named amount, together with increased
costs.
Dated at Olympia. Washington, this 9th day
Of september, 1905.
Sheriff Of Thurston county, Washington.
First publication, september ~, 1896.
Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1905-11-03

Senator Hanna Removed by Death. and Now
Senator Foraker Seems Fated When His Acts
Are Not in Accord With the Presidential Pol.
icy-Chesrins News From the Isthman Ca.
nal The Inconvenience. Deprvations and
Inflated Sanitary Conditions Greatly Mis-
stated - The Social Season at Washington
About to Open.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
Head-on Collision

Hagerstown, Md, Dee. IA head
on collision between the Cherry Run
accommodation train and an extra con-
tanning General Manager Alex. Rob
ertson, Superintendent Shepherd and
several other officials of the Western
Maryland RAILROAD, occurred early this
morning on the Potomac Valley divi-
sion about a half mile from Charlton
Station.
The officials, who were riding in a
private car, escaped with a bad shsk-
ing up.
President Pierce and Vice-President
Land street were also on the special
train. Thos. B. Davis Jr., and party,
of West Virginia occupied a private
car. which was attached to the special.
Both engines were derailed. The
roadbed was torn up snd traffic was
blocked for several hours.
The two trains were to have passed
at point near where the wreck oc-
Cured. but an operator failed, it is al
legged, to deliver the order. The dis
patchcr is said to have disappeared.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
NAV H,IIman Stock Company.

That popular organization, the May
Hillman company, will begin an en-
gagement of three nights at the Gen.
trail, commencing Thursday, December
IA. The play selected as the opening
bill is that great romantic drama,
Little Duchess Miss Hillman has
character to assume that could not
have suited her better had it been writ
ted purposely for her and the eDtire
company will show to excellent advan'
tsge. Between the acts novel specialties
will be introduced, thus catering to
lovers of vaudeville. The company
will present a strong line of plays dur
ing the engagement, amoug them be-
ing "Shores of Dancerfield," Hearts
of the South, ;" Crimes ola Great City"
"Tom Sawyer" "His Little Lordship,"
"Sherlock Holiness" "The CRIMSON
Stain" "Fanchon, the Cricket.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
Color Line In Church

Knoxville, Tenn, Dec. 5.-The first
stem taken in the Pres byterian church
of the Northern Assembly looking to
separate church machinery for the ne
gro members was taken here today
when the colored churches of the syn
cd of Tennessee formed separate pres
byter les, and the synod Endorsed me-
mortal to the next General Assembly
to allow separate synod to be formed
for colored churches in the same terri-
tory as now covered by the Synod OF
Tennessee
At the last meeting of the General
Assembly law was passed allowing
the formation of two synods IN the
same territory, the law having In vie"
the separation of the races. BY sepsra-
ton the colored churches will have
more responsibility, greater representa-
ton in the General Assembly and
their usefulness may be enlarged. 1he
SYNOD of Tennessee covers large por-
ton of Tennessee and parts OF Alabama
North Carolina and Southwest Viz
ginia.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
Dick VIII Contsst.

David f. Dick, deputy surveyor OF
the port of Baltimore, who was defeat
ed for State Senator on the Republican
ticket, has served notice of contest on
John b. Shannon, returned elected by,
So votes. Mr.. Dick had said he would
not contest, but he was led to reconsid-
er, he declares, because of the action of
Democrats in filing contest against Re
publicans, notably Senator Apple
garth, of Dorchester
In his notice to Mr.. Shannon Mr..
Dick, among other grounds of contest,
says:
"That you were at the time of the
said election and at the time that the
term of office of Senator commenced
register of Wills for Allegany county
and, therefore, not eligible rs Senator
under Section q, Article 3, of the Con-
stitution of Maryland.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
AFTER ELKfNS AGAIN.

1t is rumored that Governor Daw-
son. former Governor A. b. White and
a majority of the State administration
and it's friends in the Republican ranks
haye launched movement TO bring
out another candidate for the United
States Senatorship in opposition to
Senator Stephen b. Elkins, whose term
expires after next year.
alt is probable that Ex-Governor
White or Captain John X. Thompson
will be drafted.
"The State administration is angry
at Elkins because he has decided to re-
name Reese Blizzard for United States
District Attorney.
"Gcvernor Dawson and his followers
believe they can enlist all admirers of
President Roosevelt on their side If Ell
kins fights the Presidents rate meas
urp -
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
DokHas Railway Pass.

Richmond Va. Dec. 7.-Jabann, the
six-year-old English terrier which
leads his blind master, }. Cashlon
through the Intricate streets of Rich
mond, is probably the only dog enjoy
ing the luxury of free railway trans
portation.
The dog has an annual pass made
oat to him over the line of the Chesa-
lake and Ohio railway, which pass is
signed in the usual way by the proper
authorities. No "Jim Grow" indigni-
ties ever perturb the soul of this faith
flI little four-footed passenger. lie
rides on the cushions OF aparlor Full
man. Mr.. Cashion, whonever moves
wi hout Jabann, asserts that, with the
exception of one road the pass is good
throughout the country. The faithful
little terrier guideshis blind master
with unerring instinct through the
crowded maze Of the town.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
Council Proceedings

The chief business at the regular
session of tina city council IhursdSy
nigat was the report of couSciimah
Poole, chairman of the joint lire conf
mittee, in whichh, on behalf CT the
committee, he rendered to the city
combination hose, Observation-Disclosures
and chemical wagon, two horses and
the necessary harnese, free OF charge 10
the CITY, but carrying with it the colt
dtion that the council is TO provide
quarters for the equipment anu man
tain two firemen. This equipment
will be furnished by the Business
Mems citation, and the maJcr por-
ton of the money to purchase IL mas
already been subscribed.
Mr.. Poole also stated that in the
event the council decided the city FUNDS
were in dequate to maintain the whole
equipment at present, some Arrange
ment might be made for the business
men to donate the fire wagon at once
and postpone the purchase OF the
horses until the revenues Of The citv
Jus d the expenditure necessary rS
their maintenance. He also stated tl4at
an investigation OH the part Of the COM
mittee disclosed the startling fact that
the installation of the whole equipment
nronosed would result in reduction
of insurance rates to the extent OF
nearly S., 900 per year in this city. lie
urged immediate action.
The council, after some discussion
accepted the proposition in part, agree
ing to receive the fire wagon at once,
and referring the other portion OF the
matter to the fire and finance commit
tees, to report back at special meet
Of the council.
Councilman Emmert, chairman OF
the finance committee, read the
amounts remaining in the treasury 10
the credit Of the variousi departments
and urged the most rigid economy III
expenditure. He stated that the IL
nances were in better shape than TWO
months ago. He emphasized the needs
for more revenue, and at his sugges-
ton the question of placing special
license tax on express, oil and tele-
phone companies was referred to COM
mittee to investigate, with instructions
to prepare the necessary ordinances.
1t was found that neithe the tele-
phone nor express companies were
paying license and that the tax OF
the Standard Oil Go. was the munlil-
cient sum of $l.3S for doing business IN
the city.
Two bonds amounting to Sl,ooO
were bought and destroyed in accord
ance with the law.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
Will Construed

Judge Faulkner handed down de-
cision, last Wednesday afternoon con-
STRUNG the will of the late Mrs. Kate
Henseli. Under the constructionlof the
court, the real estate, of waich, Mr.
Hensell died seized, = brick house on
West King street inures to the, benefit
of the three nieces of the testatriX Miss
es Anna Kate and Maria White of Balti
more and is to be held by them jointly
until their marriageor death. In the event
Of the marriage or death Of either of the
sisters, her interests in the real estate
10 to go to the other sisters, and at the
marriage Of the surviving one the real
estate is to revert to the other heirs the
nieces and nephews in this city, con-
ssting of the mem bers of the Dol
family.
The court held that the debts, fun
eral expenses, ETC., of the decedent are
to be paid out of the personal property,
and the residue of the personal proper
ty, is to go to the Martinsburg heirs.
The codicil of the will revokes be-
quest of 500 to n local church, and
provides that the 800 is 10 be used
to care for the grave of Mrs, HensePs
mother in Green Hill cemetery. This
coiicil has not been probated, but the
court held that it may be.
There was no contest over this Will,
the construction being asked for by
the administrator of the estate.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
PARALYSED.

Mr.. George w. Seibert, of Kearneys-
Vile, Jefferson county, brother of Mr..
Henry j. Seibert, of this city, suffered
a stroke OF paralysis at his home on
Tuesday and is now confined to his
bed Mr.. Seibert's left side is affected
but he was not rendered speechless. The
patient is aged about 10 years, but de
spite his advanced age there is strong
hope of his recovery. Mr.. Henry J.
Seibert was summoned to his bedside
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15

Mr.. Carl Hamill Is quite i'll at his
home on Maple avenue, with typhoid
fever.
Mr.. il. C Gorsuch, who recently sold
out his store here, has gone to Phila-
delphia, where he expects to go into
business.
The business portion Of Manassas,
Va. was swept by fire, last Tuesday
morning at O'Clock, and loss OF
5000 600 was sustained.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. w. Cline, of Cham
bersburg, have returned home after
short visit to Mr.. Cline's parents on
East King street.
Mrs. P. H. IRWIN passed through
Martinsburg, one day last week, en-
route to her home, in Baltimore, after
visit to friends in Gerardstown.
Mayor CD. Elliott claims to be san
guine Of his reappointment as U. u
Marshal for the northern district of
West Virginia. His present term will
expire in a few days.
Mr.. Joseph Munday, proprietor of
the Model Bakery on West King street
undertook to monkey with the law,
last Thursday evening, and as I con
sequence found himself behind the bars
of the county Pail. Constable I. L.
lemen had several executions to levy
upon the stock of goods in the bakery
and Mr.. Munday attempted to obstruct
the officer in the discharge Of his duty
with the above result. The establish
ment is closed by virtue of the claims
against it.
The trial of Baker, Joseph Mundey,
on charge Of interfering with Con-
stable Lemen in executing attachments
on his establishment, resulted in YER
dict OF acquittal. The case was heard
before Justice Thompson in Justite
Felker's court, and occupied three
hours. Many witnesses were examin--
ed.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
BALTIMORE AND OHIO.
RAILROAD.
NEW TERMINAL,
23rd STREET,
NEW YORK CITY.

Near the centre of the Hotel, Theatie
and Shopping District.
Electric Cab Service to all parts OF
the city at very reasonable rates,
Crosstown cars of the l4th, 23rd, 2Sth
and 10Th street lines extend to 23rd
street terminal.
Through Street Car Service between
23rd street terminal and Grand Central
Station from 7.30 a. m. to I p. m. on
four minute Roadway. Fare five cents.
All through trains of the Baltimore
and Ohio railroad have direct connec-
tions to and from 23rd street and Lib
erty street terminals.
d. B. Martin,
Mgr. Pass. TrBffiic.
C. w. Bassett,
GEM. Pass. Agent.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15

The affairs of the Martinsburg Build
ing Loan association were finally set
tied up last Saturday, when a decree
was entered distributing the whole Of
the funds in the hands of Messrs, A. G..
Nadenponsch, and G. A. Young, the
trustees, amounting to $500 which
comprises about all of the available as
seats of the defunct association. The
per cent of distribution was % per cent,
q the amount due each paid up stock
holder was figured out by Mr.. J. M.
Woods, who was appointed SPECIAL
commissioner, several years ago, for
the purpose of reporting on the case.
The case WIS pending in court for S
years.
The Washington water company,
of Hagerstown has asked permission
Of the mayor and council to raise the
rates to water consumers. Naturally
there is much opposition, on the part
of the consumersf to such action.
President Roosevelt has on duty at
the White House the largest and most
brilliant military staff that has ever at
ended President. 1t consists of nine
officers-six from the Army, two from
the Navy and one from the Marine
Corps. The chief duties of these Of
fcers is to attend the social functions
at the White House, and this is almost
the only work the officers perform.
1t is not only the most brilliant, but
the most expensive staff that has serv-
ed at the Executive Mansion, for it
costs the Government nearly $4,000 a
year.
Miss Katharine EIkins, daughter
of Senator Elkins of this state, enter
tanned party of friends at the Warren
Green hotel in Warrenton, Va. at a
hunt supper last Friday night. Miss
Elkins was the central figure in the
cross country run, Friday afternoon
Covers were laid for 20.
Mark Twain has recently celebrated
his 10th anniversary. AT dinner given
him at Delmonico's in honor of the
event, he gave his receipt for attaining
longevity. He said he had always been
regular in his habits, going to bed af-
ter everybody else had retired, getting
up only when he had to, and never
smoking more than one cigar at time
and in the matter of drinking never
indulge, except in company or alone.
Mrs, J. H. Gettinger, Of Shepherds
town, paid short uisit to Mrs. c. d..
Buckles, of this city last week.
Mrs. H. D. Fuller, Of Winchester,
spent last Thursday night in this city,
with her mother, Mrs. J. w. McSher-
ry.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15

Mr.. VIM. NJ. Kefauver, wife aud
child, who have been boarding at the
Rerkeley Hotel, for some months, left
yesterday for Baltimore, where they
will make the Hotel Strathford head
quarters, for the remainder Of the win
ter, Mr.. Keefauver interested in large
contract, at Great Cacapon, on the B.
& O. R.R.
The steam heating plant has been
installed in Trinity Methodist Episco-
pal church, and the new carpet is be-
ing laid. 1t is probable that the audi
forum will be reopened the 18th inst
the Sunday before Christmas. The new
pipe organ will be placed later, Great
care is being exercised by the commit
tee in the selection of an organ, and it
is the purpose of the cammittee to get
one of the best instruments that can
be built.
The suit Of the corporation, to COM
pei Mr.. G. G. Smith to remove re-
tanning wall along his property, at the
corner of South Queen and East John
streets, which has been brewing for
some time, came up in the Circuit
Court last Wednesday morning, on
it's preliminary stage when attorney
II. II. Emmert, for the defendant, de-
INJURED to the affidavit, on the ground
of insutficiency. The court took the
matter under advisement.
The benefit certificate of $4,000 for the
death Of Mr.. John NJ. Henshaw in the
ROYAL Arcanum, was paid over to his
wife, by Mr.. Geo. S. Hill, treasurer of
the association, within II days after
his death.
Mrs. Harry d. Baker, of Cleveland,
and Mrs. Frank H. Baker, of Brook
lyn, n. Y. are guest of DR.. and Mrs.
n. d. Baker, on East Burke street,
They are both very popular in this
city, and their friends will be glad to
hear that they are both looking well.
Mr.. C. J. Thatcher, who has been
located in Camden, N. J for sometime,
as agent Of J. S. Kemp Manufacture
ing Co., 10th century Fertilizer and
Manure spreader, and Davis Gasaloid
engines, has moved his headquarters
to Hagerstown.
Mrs. William Trapnell, of Philadel-
phia, is visiting her father Capt. w.
B. Colston.
Mr.. Jacob f. Lemen, former resi-
dent of near Bedington, in this county,
but for the last several years near Will
liamsporo in Washington county, Nd.
h is sold his1200 acre farm there for ST.
$40. Mr.. Lemen paid 1880 for this
place and cleared S., 900 from the crops
raised on it, while he held the farm.
General Cortelyou has
declared his intention of retaining
postmasters who have conducted their
offices in a satisfactory manner. This
rule will apply to the Martinsburg
postm lstershiP, and practically as
sures the appointment of Postmaster
Clohan whose record will come within
the provisions laid down by the post
m lster-general. So far no fight has
been made against Mr.. Clohan, and il
seems TO be generally understood
among Berkeley county republicans
that he will have no opposition.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
Hvdes Wanted.

II you have hides to sell, write
THE UNITED STATES LEATHER co.
Country Hide Department, Cum
berland, Md, stating the number
and kind of hides you have. Will
buy large or small lots, of farm
ers, butchers, merchants or deal
ers, If desired, buyer ill call
N you, examine and buy your
hides and pay for them when ship
nent is made. Single hides or
>m.,ll lots may be shipped to the
above address and they will be ex-
amined and paid for promptly
when received. Address
TIE UNITED STATES LEATHER co.
Country Hide Dept, Cumberland Nd.
Aa4 mo.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
A Fearful Fate.

1t is a fearful fate to have to endure
the terrible torture of piles. 81 can
Faithfully say" writes Harry Colson,
of Nashville, la. that for Blind,
Bleeding Itching and Protruding
Piles, Bucklen's Arnica Salve, is the
best cure made" Also best for cuts,
burns and injuries. 25c at All Druggist
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
A Largo Job

a Columbus, Ohio, paper Of recent
date has the following notice of Mr.
Richard Stuart Hunter, son of Maj.
NV. Hunter, of Winchester who is
making reputation for himself as a
civil engineer ON the Baltimore and
Ohio railroad.
ar. 8, Hunter, resident engineer fcI
the construction department OF the
Baltimore and Ohio, has completed
the concrete work for bridge No. 10 OF
the Midland district of the Ohio di-
vision, which will take the place OF
what is known as Morgan's trestle,
southwest of Columbus.
"Mr. Hunter will leave at once for
Winchester, Va, his home, and will
remain there until January LIST, when
he will go to Lodi, near Chicago, to
take charge Of track Improvements on
the Baltimore and Ohio.
1.-The concrete work for bridge
No. 10 is the largest in the
country. There are two abutments
and nine piers, the bridge crossing the
big ravine near Morgan's Station. The
concrete work is now ready for the
steel underframe of the bridge
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
WRITE US A LETTER

freely and frankly, in strictest confid-
enoe, telling US all your symptoms and
troubles. We will send free advice
Tin plain sealed envelope), how to
cure them. Address: Ladies' Advisory
Dept, The Chattanooga Medicine Co.,
Chattanooga, Tenn.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
"YOU ARE FRIENDS

of mine," writes Mrs. F. L. Jones, Of
Gallatin, Tenn:
:" For since taking Cardui ! have
gained IS lbs, and am In better health
than for the past years. tell my
husband that .Cardui is worth its
weight in gold to all suffering ladies'"
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
REDUCED RATES To SUNBURY

Via Pennsylvania Railroad, Account
Pennsylvania State Grange,
Patronsof Husbandry.
For the benefit of those desiring to
attend the meeting of the Pennsyl-
vania State Grange, Patrons of Hus-
bandry, to be held at Sunbury, Decem
Der u to IS, the Pennsylvania Railroad
Company will sell round-trip tickets to
Sunbury from all stations on its lines
in the State of Pennsylvania, Deem
Der II to IA, good to return until Dec.
10, inclusive, at reduced rates mini
mum rate, 10 cents
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15
OF INTEREsTTo CLERGYMEN

Pursuant to its usual custom, the
Western Maryland Railroad will issue
clerical orders for the year 1906 to reg
ularly ordained clergymen, who are
solely engaged in the work and duties
of minister of the gospel, having no
other profession, occupation or bust
ness, located on or contiguous to the
lines of this company.
AS the West Va. Central and Pitts
burg Ry., have been merged under the
name of the Western Maryland Rail-
road Co., orders for 1906 will be hon.
ored over this line and branches.
Application blanks can besecured from
Ticket Agents, which upon being pro-
perly filled up, and certified personally
acquainted with the applicant, should
be forwarded to the General Passenger
Agents office, Baltimore, Md, as soon
as possible.
Martinsburg statesman. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1869-1906, 1905-12-15

After La Grippe Or. Miles, N0SA sxse
he vsstec tisSaes ~ .estores heQeh