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The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16

No. 4245 EQUITY.
In the Circuit Court for Carroll County.
Thomas A. NJ urray, Francis Neal Parke and
Guy w. Steele, Trustees. VS.. John H.
Ruby and Annie c. Ruby, his wife.
Ordered this 18th day of December. A. D.,
1905, that the account of the Auditor filed in
this cause be finally ratified and confirmed, I'M
less cause to the contrary thereof be shown on
or before the lst day of January, next; pro-
vided copy of this order be inserted for two
successive weeks before the last named day i'll
some newspaper published in Carroll county.
DAVID P. SMELSER, Clerk.
True copy,-Test:
dec16 ct DAVID P. SMELsER, Clerk.
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- the Carroll County Electric Light
and Power Company
WESTMINSTER, MD, Dec. I. is

WESTMINSTER, MD, Dec. I, 1908
Notice is hereby given to the Stockholders
of the Carroll County Electric Light and
Power Company that the annual meeting
thereof will be held at the office of the Com.
pany, al East Main street on Wednesday,
January 3, 1906, being the first Wednesday Of
said month, between the hours of 10 a. m. and
II M, for the purpose of electing seven (7)
directors to manage the affairs of said Com,
pany during the coming year, commencing
January l, 1906, to receive the report of the
Secretary Treasurer and to pass upon such
other business as may be presented.
deco tie A. b. HUBER, Sec.
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BY N. |. Gorsuch Son Co.

"ORSE FOR SALE.-Isaac -
II Walton, thoroughbred Stall
lion, owned by the late William C. H.
Whitney, Of New York. He is by the Great
Hanover, ont of Ida Walton; or will let q
Grst.class breeder have him for the season free
of charge, Call at The Westminster.
v. w. POWER,
dec IS At Westminster, Md.
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MO. 1888 EQUITY.

In the Circuit Court for Carroll County
Elk parte. In the matter of the estate Of
William j. Steiner, late of Carroll County
Maryland, deceased. Aaron Rohrbaupb
Executor.
Ordered, this 9th day OF December, A. D
1905, that the second account of the Auditor
filed in this cause be finally ratified and con :.
frmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be
shown on or before the 25th day of December,
inst provided copy of this order be inserted
for two successive weeks before the last named
day in some newspaper published in Carroll
county.
DAVID P. SMELsER, Clerk.
True Copy,-Test:
deco ct DAVID p. SMELSER, Clerk
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ELECTION OF DIRECTORS.

Notice is hereby given to the Stockholders
of the Westminster Hardware Company tina
an election for Directors to manage the affairs
of the Company for the ensuing year will be
ster, Nd, Monday, January 8, 1906, between
the hours of 10 and II O. clock, a. M, and fol-
the transaction of any other business that ma,
be presented.
r. HERBERT SHRIVER, President.
D. SNIDER BABYLON, Sec. and Treas.
dec16-te
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16

J. E. Brewer, state senator from Dickinson
county and the "egg king of Kansas. passed
through Topeka last week on the way to
Kansas City. where he will attend conven:
ton of egg dealers. Senator Brewer shipped
100 carloads of eggs last year. AS there are
1900 dozens of eggs in every car, he bought
and marketed total of Il, 4OO, 900 eggs.
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Notice is hereby given to the Stockholders
of the Albaugh & Babylon Grocery Company
that an election of Five Directors, TO man
year, will be held at the Office of the company.
opposite First National Bank of Westminster
at o clock, a. M, Tuesday, January 2, 1906
GEO. w. ALBAUGH, President.
F. THos. BABYLON, Sec'y and Treas
dec16-te
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16

GTRAYED DOG.-Pointer Dog, White
y and Liver or Brown Color; solid head OF
same color; two large patches of liver or
brown on sides; one Of same color on lett hip
extending we'll down the leg; well covered
with small spots (ticked) on legs and body;
larged boned dog and carries tail and head
high; had tan collar with my name and ad
dress on and answers to name OF RIPS.
This dog left my place Monday morning,
December II. l will give liberal reward
for the return, or any information leading to
his recovery. SERECK S. WILSON,
35 East Main street,
decl6-3t Westminster, Md.
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ELECTION NOTICE.

The Stockholders of the Farmers Fertilizer
Company of Carroll County are hereby mott
fed that the annual election, for the purpose
of electing Board of Directors to manage the
affairs of said Company for the ensuing year
will be held at the Company's Office, TUES
DAY, the 9th day of JANUARY, 1906, be
tween the hours of II a. m. and II o'clock
m By order of the Board,
JOHN ROVER,
dec-16te Secretary.
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STOCKHOLDERS MEETING OF
- WESTMINSTER WATER co.

Westminster, Md, December IA, 1905.
Notice is hereby given to the stockholders
of the Westminster Water Company that the
annual meeting will he held at the office of the
Company, in Westminster, on Tuesday, Jan
uary g. 1906. at 10 clock, a. M, for the pur-
pose of Electing Directors to manage the af-
fairs of said Company during the coming year
and to transact such other business as may be
presented. GEORGE W. ALBAUGH,
decl6-te President.
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DISsOLUTION OF CO-PART-
L. NERSHIP NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that the firm of
Doyle 4 Haines has been dissolved by mutual
consent. All moneys due said firm must be
paid at the place of business of Doyle &
Magee, formerly the place of business of said
Doyle & Haines, by January LIST, 1906, after
said date all moneys owing said firm Of Doyle
l. Haines must be paid at the Westminster
Savings Bank, in Westminster. Md.
MICHAEL A. DOYLE,
Dec. IA, 1905. HARRY J. HAINES,
dec16-3t
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DUBLIC SALE
VALUABLE REAL ESTATE.

The undersigned will sell at public sale, on
the premises, on the county road leading from
Carrollton Station to Wesley Chapel, in Car
roll county, Md, on
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 80, 1905,
at D. M. 1st, "a ACRES, ROOD AND
II PERCHES OF LAND, improved by a
comfortable Dwelling and ontbuildngs, well
watered and ample timber
I'd, 6 Acres, 2 Foods and p Perches, all
cleared and part meadow.
Sd, IL Acres, Rood! land SO Perches, near
ly all clear; part meadow.
4th, Acres, Foods and "a perches,
nearly all in cultivation.
9th, Acres, Foods and II Perches;
one halt in cultivation, balance in timber.
All this land lies adjacent to the farms of Ben
jamn Croft. Joel Ebaugh and others A plat
of the land will be exhibited on the day of sale.
Terms of Sale.-One- half cash on the day
of sale, and the balance in six months from
day of sale; credit payments to be secured by
| the note of purchasers with approved securi-
| ty, bearing interest from day Of sale, CT all
cash at the option of purchasers:
dec 16 Is WILLIAM WALSH.
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ENTERTAINMENT

Frizellburg Hall, this Saturday, De-
cember 10, at 8 p. NJ, consisting of songs,
dancing, dialogues, jokes and funny sayings;
also graphophone, with all the latest music.
Doors open at 7 o'clock; admission 5, 10 and
10 cents. dec 16 1t
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16

In Boston, on Tuesday, John J. Fitzgerald,
Democrat, was elected Mayor over three
other candidates by plurality of $3.50.
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dividend NO. 10.

Westminster Deposit and Trust Company, |
Westminster, Md, December 7, 1905. !
The President and Directors of the Com.
pany have this day declared a semi-annual
Dividend of
THREE PER CENT.
upon the Capital Stock of the Company, clear
of all taxes, payable December 80, 1905.
Stock Book closes December 81, 1905, reopens
January 2, 1906.
GEO. NJ. PARKE,
dec 9 st Treasurer.
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II YNCH & Co.'S AUCTION SALE
- Saturday, December 10, 1905,
&& n So

At p. m. Sharp horses, mule colt,
year old; 6 passenger closed carriage, phae
tons, one canopy top; jaeger wagon, rubber
tire runabout, 2 seated surveys, one horse
wagon. one horse harrow, new sand screen, 2
sets single harness, set double harness.
Terms Cash.
JOHN T. LYNCH, Manager.
F. A. Crawford, Auctioneer. dec9 2t
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Notice to Taxpayers Of
Westminster District.

hereby notify all tax payers of Westmin-
ster district that | am compelled by. law to
close all taxes for 1905, and all taxes in ar
rear My office is now at the Jail.
JOSEPH L. FRANKLIN,
Tax Collector for Westminster district
dec9-3t
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TxECUTOR'S SALE
~ OF VALUABLE
REAL ESTATE IN HOWARD CO.,
MARYLAND.

By virtue of the power of sale contained in
the last will and testament Of Basil Crapster,
late of Howard county, Maryland, deceased,
and an order of the Orphans Court of How
ard county, the undersigned, surviving execu
tor named in said will. will offer at public sale
al the late residence of Thaddeus Crapster,
deceased, in Howard county, on one Of the
premises to be sold, on SATURDAY, De
GENDER %, 1905, at 2 O'Clock p. M, the
following rea! estate: ~ The home farm,
containing $50 ACRES OF LAND, more or
less, lying in Howard county, Maryland, about
2 miles from Cooksvile, and miles from
Hoods Mill Station on the B. & o. railroad,
on the Westminster road, and adjoining the
lands of William Mathews. Gusavus Warfed
and others. This farm is improved by large
stone dwelling house, stone
4 - barn and other usual outbuild.
a55.sss.4 ings 1t is situated in one of
ss Zssa the most desirable neighbor
! hoods Of the county and is attractive for many
other convenieuces and advantages it pos
sesses.
! (2) At the same time and place the under
| signed will off+r another parcel of land con-
| tanning IS ACRES OF LAND, more Or less,
lying in Howard county, Md, about 6 miles
| from Morgan Station, on the B. & 0. railroad,
! and adjoining the lands of Charles D. War
, field. A. Bowie Carr and others. There are
about SO acres cleared and the balance is in
timber.
Terms of Sale-One third of the purchase
money is to be paid in cash on the day of sale
or on the ratification of the sale by the court;
one third to be paid in months, and the
other third in II months from the day of sale
secured by the single bills of the purchaser
bearing interest from the day of sale. with
sureties to be approved by the executor, or
all the purchase money may be paid cash. at
the option of the purchaser.
GUSTAVUS w. CRAPSTER,
Surviving Executor.
Bond & Parke, Attorneys.
Joseph w. Berret, Auct. dec 16 2t
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COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

The County Commissioners of Carroll coun.
ty will meet at their Office, in Westminster,
every MONDAY in DECEMBER, 1906, for the
transaction of business. BY order,
FRANCIS L. HAM,
dec2 Clerk.
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dividend NOTICE.
Union Mills Savings Bank.

Union Mills Savings Bank,
Union Mills, Md, December 2, 1905.
The President and Directors of the Bank
have this day declared semi annual Divi
dend of Three Per Cent upon the Capital
Stock of the Bank, clear of all taxes, payable
December 80, 1906
Stock Books close December 20, 1905, re-
open January 2, 1906.
C. E. BANKERT,
dec9-3t Treasurer
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ADMISSION TO EACH LECTURE, 25 cts.

If the receipts should be more than enough
to pay the expenses the surplus will be spent
in securing another lecture. Those who buy
ticket for the course, paying rs cents, will
be entitled to attend the fourth lecture tree,
if there should be fourth.
Those who have attended this course as
given in Baltimore and elsewhere, say that
they are equal TO Stoddard's Lectures.
dec l6 If
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16
JTION OF DIRECTORS.

Union National Bank of Westminster,
December l. 1905.
An election for TEN DIRECTORS for this
Bank will be held on
TUESDAY, the 9th day of JANUARY,
1906, between the hours of II o'clock. a. M,
and u O. clock, m., of said day at said Bank.
dec Ste j. w. Herring, Cashier.
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TARM AND MILL FOR SALE.

l offer for sale my farm of 43 Acres, Il
miles southeast of Westminster. Frame fzssSS
Dwelling, cased with brick, large Bank ~.
Barn and other outbuildings; spring and dairy
near kitchen door. Also has a Chopping and
Saw Mill, in running order. Bad health rea
son for selling. WIN. l.. CORBlN,
nov. IL 5t* Westminster, Nd.
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REMOVAL!

DR. W. j. SELBY
Has removed his dental office from his coun
try residence to the office of Messrs. Smith
Reifsnider, formerly occupied by Mr.. Chas.
Goodwin as an insurance Office.
dec2 w. J. SELBY.
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OBJECTION NOTICE.

dec16-te
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T IST OF UNCLAIMED MATTER
- remaining in the Postofice, Westmin.
ster, Md, December 9, 1905:
Brown. Mr.. Harry C. Kountz, C. E.
Bull, VIM. l.. Myers, Miss A. N.
Coan, Mrs. E. W. Philip, Mr.. Woodland
Fair, Mr.. Scott C..
Harriss, Mr.. Lee Wilson, Miss Maggie
Jenkins, Miss Katie
dec16 GEO. E. BAUGHMAN, P. M.
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LNAIR AND OYSTER SUPPER
- AT UNION MILLS; MD.

The |. o. N. Lodge, of Union Mills, Md,
will hold Fair and Oyster Supper in their
Hall, in Union Mills. Md, on December 21
%. %, 26, %, 90 and 80 All are invited.
nov25 st
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EURS WANTED.

I will pay the highest price for all kinds of
Furs. Will be at No. 5 East Main street.
Westminster, every Saturday after December
4, from 9 a. IN. to 8 p. m. C. & P. Phone New
Windsor 1912. Deliver at rear. in the allev.
nov 25-5t* GEO. w. MAGIN
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HANDKERCHIEFS.

No Christmas purchase is complete until sew
eral Handkerchief are included. Everybody has
to use them and no one ever has enough. The
variety we show is countless, selected to please
every taste and purse. Prices range mostly from
Sc to Csc. Especial values at the popular figure
of 5 and 10c.
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Doc LOST.

About four weeks ago a Red
and White Boston Bull Terrier. ~
Please return to
C. LOWNDES BENNETT.
dec 93t SykesVille, Md. and get reward.
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PICTURES AND MIRRORS.

Make your home attractive and at the same
time give something that will be lasting reminder
of the donor. A pretty Picture or Mirror is just
the thing and the cost is small. Pretty Pictures
from Toe to $1,000. Large Mirrors at all prices.
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THREE LECTURES
THE GREAT CITIES OF THE
WORLD,
SUPERBLY ILLUSTR ATED,
WILL BE GIVEN BY
REV, CURTIS LEE LAWS, ID. D.,
IN ALUMNI HALL, 8 P. M.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 18th,
THE CITIES OF ITALY.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 10Th,
PARIS AND IT'S ENVIRONo.
FRIDAY, JANUARY Goth.
LONDON AND EXCURSIONS THERE
FROM.
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A VERY DESIRABLE a.
IA STORE PROPERTY. s5Sa
With or without stock of general merchan
disc; located at Daniel, Carroll county, Md.
An excellent locality for business.
For particulars address
LARKlN A. SHIPLEY,
oct2l-tt Daniel, Nd.
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ROCKING CHAIRS.

Our sales on these last year were enormous,
but this season must sell more. The Chairs are
better and the prices are lower
Every one made very strong and attractive.
Pretty painted Rocking Chairs at 29c, 39c,
48c and 88c.
The larger make fine parlor chair for
anyone.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16

nR. CHARLES II. MEDDERS,
~ 1909 Madison avenue,
Baltimore, Md,
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16

Eye, Ear and Throat Specialist,
Will be at 70 East Main street, Westminster,
Md, on EACH SATURDAY. maye-tf
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16
PHOTOGRAPH ALBUMS.

Many new and attractive designs in these
this year. Ours come direct from one of this
countrys largest and best factories and the best
values obtainable in every case.
Prices range from 45c to $500.
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MO. 4245 EQUITY.

Bond & Parke, Attorneys.
Joseph w. Berret, Auct. dec 16 2t
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FOR A FRIEND, LADY OR GENTLEMAN.

Pocket Book.
Genuine Leather Card Case.
Lace Collars or Stocks.
Silver Hand Mirror.
An Interesting Book.
Writing Paper in fancy box.
Umbrella with silver mounted handle.
Pictures or Photo Frames
Ebonoid Comb and Brush with Sterling silver
trimmings.
Lace Handkerchief in attractive box.
Genuine Plate Mirror in gold plated frame.
The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1905-12-16

A Fur and Muff Set. A Coat or Wrap
Photograph Album. Bureau Set.
Silver Manicure Pieces Book Game.
Silver Mounted Comb and Brush Set.
Silver Mounted Hat Coat Brush
Shirt Waist Pattern. Brio -Brac.
Embroidered Handkerchiefs.
Writing Paper. Golden Rod Chocolate Bon Bons.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-10-11
Death Of a Popular Young Man.

The taking eff of few, If any young
man in this section of the state, has
caused more sorrow and regret than the
| death of Carl M Peterson, which occur
red at his home in Soldiers Grove, last
Thursday evening, after ten days suffer-
ing from appendicitis The case was so
far advanced and developed so rapidly
that surgeons were unable to arrest the
disease Notwithstanding the fact that
some Of the most eminent men of the
profession were called. Funeral was
held at the Grove on Sunday. Ii was
the largest gathering OF its character the
writer has attended for years, Prairie
6u CHEN, Richland Center, Westby,
Ferryville Boscobel, La Farge, Viroqua
and many other distant points being re.
| presented The country for miles about
Soldiers Grove turning out almost en-
masse, attesting the high esteem in
which the deceased was held. Odd Fell
lows aud Woodman organizations were
an escort to the church and grave. A
brief service was held at the home, later
at the Lutheran church. Rev. Gulbrand-
son conducting brief service in Nor
wegian, Rev. J. A Stemen in English,
Revs Peckham and Merrifield also join
ing la the services. The music was
| most fitting and floral offerings fine. 1t
n estimated that two THOUSAND people
viewed the remains and for the last time,
with bowed heads and wet eyes looked
upon the features of him who was no.
bic, popular friend to all in life.
Carl M Peterson was the Oldest son
of Hon. Alley Peterson and wife, 81
years old, born and always lived in the
house in which he died. He was educa-
ted in the home school with training
at Valparaiso business college. Early
he entered into the activities of business
| life in connection with his fathers var
/ led interests later having proprietary
| interest In banking, milling, etc. He
was careful, methodical, strictly hon
eat and Just gentleman, one trusted inn
plicitly py all because Of his integrity
At the time Of hls dath he was presi-
dent Of the village, treasurer of ali the
! secret and civic societies. Ten years ago
he waa married to Miss Clementine Coe
OF this city, and to them little son was
born, now eight years old, adding joy to
their domestic life which was ever hap
uy. The EFF for wife, son. parents and
kindred is almost unDearable.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-10-11

A quiet and happy event occurred at
the home Of Mr. and Mira Cgrns Hurt
In Sterling. on Wednesday, October 4ih
when their daughter, Miss Ella Nj
Hunt, We united in marriage TO Mr..
John II. Eastman, Rev Decker Of La
Vale, officiating. Forty relatives wit
messed the ceremony and presented the
young couple with many beautiful and
useful presents ghe bride wore q cream
mohair and groom conventional black.
Mr.. and Mrs. Marshall sister and broth
er-in-law of Mr. Eastman, were the
bridesmaid and groomsman Miss Flor
ence Hunt rendered the wedding march
The bride was a successful teacher in
our county schools for six years, teach
ing near Valley four years Of the time
Mr. Eastman is highly esteemed young
man Of the place where they viii reside
The well wishes. of host Of friends 90
with them to their future home
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-10-11
LATE TOBACCO IMPORTATION.
Nearly Everything Sold The Trust Sc.
cures Little Weed Eekhari Sale.

Virtually nothing is doing in tobacco
matters in this section beyond sampling
of some last year packing has been in
progress.
The Edgerton Tobacco Reporter COM
menting on movements generally says:
There is just enough movement in the
country districts to keep interest in to-
bacco matters from tagging. Buyers
are ont and both old and new leaf is be-
ing taken over in moderate quantities.
We learn that a contract for the sale of
about quarter of q million pounds of
new filters has been entered into by one
of the large packers
Old goods, especially of the cheaper
grades, are in strong demand and con-
siderable tradingin small way IL being
affected Some 800 cases Of low grades
have been sold by Fred Eckhardt to II.
G, Alercereau Of Elmira, n Y
Dry weather has prevailed since the
harvest and should it continue much
longer may have its effect upon the cur
ing of tine hanging tobacco, in that it
would dry ont the late harvested tobacco
faster than was considered good for it.
In this event growers would DC well to
keep their sheds closed during the hot
,
moisture from dews might reach the
hanging leaf The situation would be
further helped by wetting the door of
the sheds occasionally, for it is generally
believed that frequent casing of the leaf
helps materially in the curing.
The statement is made By buyers who
have Neen busjly engaged in the bnying
move ment of late. and competent TO
Judge, that no. to exceed one tenth Of
the new crop is now remaining unsoid.
Taking this statement as approximate
ly correct, the crop is as closely gather
ed in already rs the average season after
the close OF a buying campaign, 1t oft
en- happens after a crop is considered
practically bought up anywhere from
5 TO 10 per cent, still remains in country
hands. In the main this tobacco Is in
the hands of growers who rightfully
should be termed syeculatOrs, for they
seldom sell ungii the crop ie packed and
passes through the curing process The
tobacco then in heir bands ia as com
plately out of market as though it was
under contract So he situation as siz
ed ap to date wauld Indicate the 1908
crop mere closely bought mp than ever
before at this date The most signifi.
C mt thing about the movement is that
the crop has been absorbed without the
assistance Of the American Tobacco Co i,
which in late years mas been 50 import
aut factor in lifting the Wisconsin
crop, While the trust has some years
handled frcm quarter to one-tIiTd of
the entire production of the state, it so
far is practically ort Of tire movement
in the 1905 crop from firss hands what
ever interest they may take later in
packers holdings