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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
A Laxative Cough Syrup.

"A cold or cough nearly always pro-
duces constipation the water all runs
to the eyes. nose and throat instead of
passing out Of the system through the
liver and kidneys. For the want of
moisture the bowels become dry and
hard" Kennedy's Laxative Honey and
Tar is the original Laxative Cough
Syrup. II meets and corrects the above
conditions, by acting as pleasant
cathartic on the bowels expels all colds
from the system and cures all coughs,
Group, whooping cough. LaGrippe.
bronchitis. etc.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
FREAKISH TORNADO;
AT CARBONDALs
4
Wind Storm Blew Houses in 0pposi,
Directions, But Killed No One. y
MANY QUEER THINGS HAPPENE

Scranton, Pa, Aug. 81. - A tornatt
struck the northern part OF Carbondal-
and demolished score OF house
barns and railroad cars. but fortr
nately caused no fatalities. The stor
came from the west and whirlt
towards the east. having a path Of r.
feet. Its center had the appearance o
q funnel.shaped cloud. not black. b.
luminous. There was no accOmpan
ment Of lightning, thunder or rain. an
the stars were shining immediatel
before and after II passed. A peculia
ity OF its effects was tbs adjoinin
buildings were blown in dlametricall
opposite directions.
William Pope. his wife and two chi
dren. of Green street. had the moe
thrilling experience thus far related
Their home was picked up by tn
wind. and after being carried 40 feel
was hurled against the residence o
Mrs William Clune. The Pope hous
was completely demolished. yet NJ
one was severely injured.
stroyed: 10 were overturned or car
ried completely of their foundation 3
and fully 80 were more or less dam
aged. Two cabooses In the Delaware
& Hudson yards were demolished and
pieces OF the wreckage carried 60t
feet. Six freight cars on an adjacent
track were overturned. and the ROOT
OF one OF the freight cars was found
half a mile away. II was impossible
to find any one who had been seriously
injured. but scarcely any one me-
with who was in the affected territor,
escaped without some slight hurt.
The pranks of the storm seem al
most Incredible. A barn was blowr
away. and a COW which II housed was
left unharmed. lying on the floor calm
ly chewing her cud. a horse was
found bruised and manned on ths
porch Of Its owners residence. 2Ot
feet from the demolished barn II
which Il had been stabbed. A six-inci
beam which came from no one knows
where passed through the door OF {
residence. thence through the grount
floor and then passed into the groun,
for q distance of three feet. A carp,
was blown from floor and landed
a lump In a sink. This was the onl
damage done In this house.
In the residence OF Lawrence Me
win. on 42d street. the clock door wa
blown open and the pendulum carrie
away. The Erie dispatchers heard thI
rumbling approach of the storm an
rushed to the windows. thinking to Sc
a runaway train approach. They sa
the roof of the office sailing away b'l
fore they could withdraw their head
A general fire alarm was sounded AMI
the whole city. Il might be said. rusiI
ed to the scene. There was great cor
sternation. but this was followed b.
equally great rejoicing when II wa
learned that there had been no los
of life.
Whether the storm did any damag
in the country region to the west o
the city could not be learned becaus
OF the wires being down.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
REDUCED RATES TO DENVER.

On account of the the National En-
campment, Grand Army OF the Republic.
at Denver. Col. September to z. the
Pennsylvania Railroad Chmpany will
sell round-trip tickets to Denver. Colo
RADIO Springs, or Peublo, August %, 80,
81, September /, 2, and 3. inclusive, at
reduced rdtes. Tickets will be good re-
turning to reach original starting point
not later than September Is when prop
erly validated by Joint Agent at either
of the aforementioned places. Deposit
of ticket with Joint Agent and payment
Of fifty cents will secure extension of
return limit to October 10.
For specific rates, routes, stop-over
privileges. and further information, con-
suit ticket agent.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
A Guaranteed Cure for piles,

Itching. Blind. Bleeding or Prorrud-
ing Piles Druggist refund money II
PAZO OINTMENT fails To cure any
case. no matter of how long standing.
in q to Il davs. First application gives
ease and rest. soc II your druggist
hasn't il send Soc IN stamps and IL will
be forwarded postpaid by Paris Medi-
cine 90 st. Louis. Mo.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
OLIVER d. COLLINS. .Attorncy-at-Law
Order NiSi.
Margaret NJ. Wilson.
lyernon Nicholson. et al.


Algernon Nicholson, ct al.
In the Circuit Court for Worcester
County, in Equity. No. 2O7O. July term
1905 to wit: August Both. 1905.
ORDERED that the sale ma,ie and
reported by John S. Aydelotte. Trustee,
for the sale of the real estate in the
above cause described be ratified and
confirmed unless cause to the contrary
thereof be shown on or before the 25th
day of September next. provided a
copy Of this order be inserted in some
newspaper printed in Worcester County
once in each of three successive weeks
before the 18th day of September in
the year nineteen hundred and five.
The report states the amount of sales
to he $500
FRANCIS HENRY PURNELL. Clerk.
True Copy, Test;
FRANCIS HENRY PURNELL. Clerk.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
LOTS FOR SALE.

offer at private sale or lease, all the
vacant ground | own on Washington
St, with an alley on Market st. Part
of ground next to McAllen's runs back
6s feet, and the part next to Livery,
runs back 100 feet more or less. II not
leased or sold privately, will be offered
publicly later. >,,
MRS. +. A. ROBINS.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
Given Up To Die.

b. Spiegel, 1904 N. Virginia St..
Evansville, Ind, writes: For over five
years | was troubled with kidney and
bladder affections which caused me
much pain and worry. lost flesh and
was all run down. and a year ago had
to abandon work entirely. had three
of the best physicians who did me no
good and was practically given up to
die. Foley's Kidney Cure was recon-
mended and the first bottle gave me
great relief, and after taking the sec
ond bottle | was entirely cured" p.
ID. Cottingham 4 Co., Snow Hill: Lloyd
4 Blaine, Pocomoke.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
ROBLEY ID. JONES. Attorney-at-Law
PUBLIC SALE
OF THE PLANT OF THE
QuepOnco Packing Co.,
AT NEWARK. MD.
AT NEWARK. MD.

BY VIRTUE of competent authority.
the undersigned surviving partners Of
Edwin +. Drickson. deceased, will sell
To the highest bidder, at Newark Mary
land ON
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02

Falling from swing at Port Deposit.
Miss Mary Morhlein broke an arm.
Thieves robbed railroad camp car at
Aberdeen of $50 belong to two work
men.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
A Cold Settled In HE Lungs.

A. j. Jennesse, 92Ol Butler St..
Chicago. writes: II am switchman and
am out in all kinds of weather. ! took
cold which settled in my kidneys and
was in bad shape. tried several adj
vertised remedies with no benefit, until
was recommended to try Foley's
Kidney Cure. Two-thirds of bottle
cured me-" p. ID. Cottingham 4 Co..
Snow Hill: Lloyd & Blaine, Pocomoke.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD.
Delightful Summer Excursions and Tours
Over the Worlds Greatest r. r.

Inc REMAINING udleS Ol tile DOpuidI
Pennsylvania Railroad ten-day excur-
sions to Niagara Falls from Philadel.
phia. Baltimore. and Washington are
August 25, September and %. and
October IL.
The excursions from Philadelphia will
be run by two routes. Those on August
25, September and 2.going via Harris.
burg and the picturesque valley of the
Susquehanna, special train leaving
Philadelphia at $40 A. NJ: excursion
of October IL running via Trenton.
Manunka Chunk, and the Delaware
Valley, leaving Philadelphia on special
train at S.07 A. NJ.
Excursion tickets. good for return
passage on any regular train. exclusive
of limited express trains. within ten
days, will be sold at $1,000 from Phila-
delphia and all points on the Delaware
Division: $1l.25 from Atlantic City;
50. GO from Lancaster; and at proportions
ate rates from other points, including
Trenton, Bordentown, Mt. Holly, Cape
May, Salem. Wilmington, West Chester.
Reading, and principal intermediate
stations. A stop-over will be allowed al
Buffalo within the limit of ticket return
ing.
The special trains of Pullman parloi
ears and day coaches will be run with
each excursion running through t.
Niagara Falls. An extra charge will
be made for parlor-car seats.
An experienced tourist agent and
chapcron will accompany each excursion.
For descriptive pamphlet, time OF
connecting trains. and further informa.
-. tsal
address Geo. w. Boyd, General Passen.
ger Agent. Broad Street Station. Phila.
delphia. Aug. 26th-3t
An Attractive Fall Tour via Pennsylvanis
Railroad.
The Pennsylvania Railroad Company
has arranged a special personally-con.
including the Yellowstone Park. Port.
land (for the Lewis and Clark Exposi-
tionl, and the beautiful resorts among
the Colorado Rockies. This tour vii
leave New York, Philadelphia, Balti-
more, Washington. and other cities OF
the Pennsylvania Railroad Saturday
September 2, by special train of high.
grade Pullman equipment. The itinerary
VIII cover period OF three weeks, tht
party reaching the East on the home
ward journey September % The specia
train will be used by the party over tn,
entire route. except during the five ano
one-half days in the Yellowstone Park,
when the fine hotels now in service IL
the Great Preserve will be utilized. The
train will be side-tracked in Portland
for occupancy there. and all meals er
route. except in the Yellowstone Park
and in Denver. will be served in the
special dining car
Round-trip tickets, covering all neces.
sary expenses for twenty-one days,
5000 from all points on the Pennsylvania
Railroad except Pittsburgh. from which
the rate will be Sl95.
For itineraries and further informa-
ton apply to ticket agents: c. Studs
Eastern Passenger Agent, 263 Fifth
Avenue, New York: Hugh Hasson. Jr.
Passenger Agent Baltimore District
Baltimore, Md. b. NJ. Newbold, Passen-
ger Agent Southeastern District, Wash
ington, ID. c.; Thomas +. Watt, Passen.
ger Agent Western District, Pittsburgh
Pa; or address Geo. w. Boyd, Genera
Passenger Agent. Philadelphia.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
DROWNED BY WATER LILIES
Man Became EntangIed In Stem
While Trvinu TO Save Two Women.

WOic tFYU8 W SosS WV vsoWSH'
Scranton. Pa, Aug. 2s. - Rudolph
Franz. owner of Mountain lake. wa
drowned In the lake by becoming en-
tangled In the stems OF water lille
while trying to save two women wh'
had overturned the boat In which h.
was rowing them.
The women reached out to gathe
lilies. and the rornd-bottomed boa
turned completely over Franz. VIII
WAS considered the strongest swim
mer In these parts. started to swim T.
the women and took a short Gu
through mass OF water lilies. He be
came completely enmeshed. and be
fore the two men who swan out &
the rescue could land the women an
return for him he was drowned. Whei
his body was recovered II was foun'
that his hands were frmly bound &c
gether by the lily stems.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
EARTHQUAKE AT PORTSMOUTH
Buildings Trenbied and People Rushed
Into the Street.


Portsmouth. N. H.. Aug 31.-A series
Of earthquake shocks. the most severe
ever experienced In this section. were
felt here late yesterday. Buildings
trembled perceptibly. dishes were shak-
en- from shelves. and In many cases
people rushed in terror from their
houses into the street.
There were three distinct shocks.
and In each instance the tremor was
accompanied by sound like distant
explosion. The first impression was
that the powder magazine at the navy
yard had exploded and hundreds Of
queries along this line were received
at the yard There had been no explo-
sion. however. and the shocks were
felt along the entire New Hampshire
coast line.
Fined For Selling Aduiterated Meat
Harrisburg. Pa. Aug. 3O.-Ten Har-
risburg and Steelton merchants.
against whom Information was made
by agents OF the state dairy and food
bureau recently, charging them with
the sale OF adulterated meats. were
discharged on payment Of . fine OF
SIS and costs.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
WEDNESDAY,.
September Goth, 1905.
AT q 20 O'CLOCK, r. NJ.

Al Z.oU ~ tsOCh, u. vi.
all that Canning Plant situate near the
ID. NJ. 4 V. X. X. Depot at Newark.
MARYLAND, heretofore run and conduct
ed by Gordon Il. Jones, Levin Dirick-
son. and Edwin +. Dirickson, partners
trading as the Queponco Packing Co. Z,
the same consisting of buildings. machin-
cry. and equipments Of all kinds used
in said business. and the privileges to
lease one acre Of land upon which it
stands. and right of way to same for
ten years. or less. at option of purchas-
er, at rental of $1,000 per year.
We invite prospective purchasers to
inspect the plant at any time.
Terms of sale CASH.
GORDON Il. JONES,
LEVIN DIRICKSON.
Surviving partners of Edwin +. Dirick-
son, Deceased.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02

The Cecil Farmers Telephone Co. is
building a line to Calvert.
A mad dog was killed at the Silver
Cross Home, Port Deposit. Saturday.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
Department store Burned.

Johnstown. Pa. Aug. 2S.-The bniIdl
Ing and stock OF the Penn Traffic conn
pany, which operates the largest deI
partment store In the city. are total
loss as the result of fire that startet;
among some refuse near the elevator
shaft In one OF the wings OF the build
ing. The estimated loss Is s5O0.oO0
which is almost covered by insurance,
The entire fire department of the city
was called out. For time the Crystal
hotel and other buildings across the
street from the Penn Traffic store
were threatening. but the fire depart
ment succeeded In combining the blaze
to the building In which Il originated
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02
Wrecked Train to Avert Crash.

Altoona. Pa. Aug. 30. - An east
bound freight train was wrecked at
Tyrone TO avert collision with the
New York and St Louis express The
freight had orders to stop at Tyrone
until the express passed. but failed to
do so. Leverman Joshua Thompson.
at the Tyrone tower. knowing the ex.
press was due. ran the freight onto
q siding. The engine demolished the
tower and plunged into a ditch. Ten
cars were wrecked. but the express
escaped.
Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1905-09-02

Peach growers of Elk Neck have a
fair crop and are realizing from 20 cents
to $l.25 per basket.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19
T. ]. Maener & Co.'S.

S1 EAST MAIN STREET.
 Cheapest Store on Earth r. S-Skates. 49c per pair, up to a
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19

he north country those days lie was
 l gentleman when the founders of the
 proud families of to-day were dicker-
 Ing in small merchandise. Indeed, one | might look in vain for such an estab- | iishment as his north of Virginia.
 This side the Atlantic there was no Btable of horses to be compared with
 that he had-splendid English thor oughbreds. the blood of which is now In every great family of American
 horses. And. my faith! he did love to
 put them over the road. He went tear ing up hill and down at swift gal lop, and the roads were none too
 smooth in that early day. Before leav-
 ing home he had sent relays ahead to
 await his coming every E miles of the ] journey: he always did that If he had
 far to 20. This time he had posted them clear to the harbor. The teams
 were quickly shifted: then We were of again with crack of the whip and ! tuot of the long horn. He held mp in ] he swamps. but where footing was
 lair. the high-mettled horses had their | heads and little need of urging. We
 halted al an inn for sip of something
 and a bite to nat.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19
Gro Be Continued.)
KNIVES FOR ONE-ARMED.
They Look Like sickles and Have

They Look Like Sickles and Have |
 Fork at the End.
 What ish that thing over there" asked man on a high stool at a lunch
 The thing he was pointing at was shaped like a sickle, had a handle, and at the very tip of the blade was . prcIged fork.
 ' "That? said the waiter. 'Why, that's q one-armed knife. Ever see ono hefore:' And he passed it over the counter for inspection. "Nearly all restaurants keep them in their stock of cutlery nowadays
 You see, the one-armed man can't cut his meat with the same motion that you or use. He must bear down on his steak or chop, and to make the work easier for him some wise chap invented this sickle shaped knife with q fork attached.
 If yo,'li notice. it is made on the l1inciple of the half circular cutter harness makers use. To be sure, we have to keep them sharp or their use tnlness would be gone"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19

[ answered quickly. T am indebte, to you"
 My! but you have ready tongue said she. Tt is with me a pleasure {, listen. You are going away? You shall not return-perhaps?
 She was trying 10 look very gay and indifferent. but in her voice could de- tect a note of trouble The flame of passion, quenched for little time by the return of peril and the smoke of sunpowder. flashed up in me Tt is this" she went on: '1 may wish you to do me favor. May have your address,"
 And you may command me-" sait as gave it to her.
 Have care," she said. laughing T may ask you to Co desperate things you may need all your valor. The 'ount and the barnness-they may send us back to France"
 Which will please you" remarked Perhaps" she said. quickly. Mon Dieu, l do not know what ! want, I am a fool Take this Wear it when you are gone. Not that care-but- 1t will make you remember" She held in her fingers a flashing emerald on a tiny circlet Of gold Be fore could answer she had laid it in my hard palm and shut my hand up on it
 "Dieu." she exclaimed. whispering. T must return-I must hurry. Re member. We did not find the ring" I felt great impulse to embrace her and confess my love But was not quick enough Before I could speak she had turned aWay and was running [ called to her. but she did not turn or seem to hear me She and my oppor- unity were gone.
 We slowed the prisoners in rho big ,osch of the baroness. behind a lively cam of four Then my horse and one for D'ri were brought up.
 Do moi forget said the baroness. holding my hand ''you are always vel come in my house I hope. ma foi. hat you will never find happiness un- il you return"
 The young ladies came not 10 the step where We were. buf stood by inc count waving adieuN LOuis0n had a merry smile and a pretty SGrd of French for me: Louise only a sober took that made me sad. if it did not speak for the same feeling In her The -ouat paS tO remain al the Hermitage aaying sent to ;he chateau for a squad If his armed retainers- They were to iefend the house. if. by chance. the British should renew their aftark. Mir Parish and his foptmsn and the gen sraI went with us. the former driving D'rt and I rode on behind zs the oozch rent of at a gaIIop.
 He was a great whip. that man David Parish. uho had built a big mansion ct Osienshure and orred so nsch of
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19
1901. by LOthrop Publishing cOnpany.I
CHAPTER x.

The shooting and shouting and the tramp of horse and man had reused verybody in the big house. Even the general came down to know what was the matter. The young ladies came. pale and frightened. but in faultless at tire. I put an armed guard by the prisoners at the door, under command of D'ri. Then had them bare the feet of the four Britishers. knowing they could not run bootless in the brush. We organized a convoy-the general and Land prepared to start for the garrison. We kept the smudges going, for now and then We could hear the smal! thunder of hornet-wings above us. There is mighty menace in 1t. I can tell you. if they are angry.
 'Jerushy Jane Pepper" said D'ri. i. as he sat. rife on his knee. looking at his prisoners. Never thought mo- : body c'u'd lux s joemightyful cur-us Does mek a man humly [ hey any trouble with them air Silly-come- bobs." He meant wasps
 s. I had had no opportunity for more than a word with the young ladies. [ Soped 1t might come when | went in for a hasty breakfast with the baron- <. ess. the count. the general and Mr Parish. As We were eating. Louison came in hurriedly. She showed some agitation
 What is the trouble. ny dear?'' said the baroness. in French.
 "Eh bien. only this" said she: ' have dropped my ring in the brook. Ii is my emerald. cannot reach it -Too bad, She has dropped her ring in the brook. said the baroness, fin English, turning to me
 If she will have the kindness to take me there" said 10 the hostess. rising as I spoke, T shall try to get 1t for her"
 "M-sseur le Capitaine. you are yerv oSliging.- said she Then. turning 10 GOuisOn. she added sa French: Co with him He will recover it for you = It pleased and iattered me the sirat- egy of this wonderful yOunz creature Ohe led me. with dainty steps. through N dewy garden valk into the trail -ParbIeu.- she whispered 'is it not shame to take you from your rneat2 -Dut I could nos help it. had 10 see 1ou. there is something uish to say"
 "A pretty girl is better than neat
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19

Split t the collar" said he, soDer- ly, as he rested an elbow on his pom- mel
 We got to headquarters at five. and turned over the prisoners. We had never warmer welcome than that of the colonel.
 ''I congratulate you both." he said as he brought the rum m-bottle after we had made our report. You we got more fight in you than wolverene. Down with your rum and off to your beds, and report here at reveille. have . tough job for you tomorrow"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19
More Big Offers

Our last weeks sale was a big one
 for the people. All goods advertised are most exhausted. am offering
 this week line of 2. 2 and 4-quart Agate and Enamel Tea and Coffee
 Pots. three coated. at 25 and 35 cents: first quality. Agate Tea Kettle. 45c.
 5-auarf Agate Pots. 2.Ac: e quarts. 39c: s quarts. 49c: 14 quarts. Sc: our sl.5g Food Chopper with three cutters. 9Sc. are same S2. Warranted Saws JOc:
 Warranted Steel Hammer. 3ec. Gas
 Manties ac: 2Jc Mantle at 12hc each: we carry Mantle guaranteed
 for ssD days: No s Copper Bottom Boil CT Slc- at
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1905-01-19

his life.
 went out of the door as spoke, ard showed my saber under the house.
 "I have daughter on the other side of the lake" said she. married to a Yankee. and her husband is fighting ths British with the rest of you"
 God help him." said I.
 "Amen," said she, bringing my food to the table. ''rhe great Napoleon he will teach them a lesson"
 She was a wicow. as she told me. liv- ing there sicne with two young daugh- ters who were off at picnic in the near town. We were talking quietly when . familiar voice brought me standing.
 Judas Priest," it said. D'ri stood in the doorway. hatless and one boo, missing-a sorry figure of man.
 "Hidin' over n tn woods yender.' ' he went on as I took his hand. See thet air brown hoss go by. Knew i'm soon es sot eyes on 'im-use' t ride 'in myself. He'd an idee | wus you n the saddle-sot s kind O easy. Blu, them air joemightyful clos, Jerushy Jane, would n't be fit [ skin a skunk fin them clos. would it?-
 Got 'em oil a scarecrow.- I said.
 ~Nougb t mek a painter keteh is breath. they wus."
 The good woman bade him have . chair at the table. and brought more food
 Neck fs broke with hunger. t ii sartin-- said he. as he began to eat Hev [ light out O here purty middlin soon T ain no safe place [ be- T won never dew fer us [ be kesched--
 We ate hurriedly and when ve had fnished the good wonsn gave us esct