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The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
Still Another Fire

Saturday morning soma time before
day the alarm of fire was heard in the
town and the people hurried out, ex-
pecting perhaps to witness another de-
.tructive fire. Tho heavens west Of
The town wers aglow and the roar OF
the fire could be distinctly heard.
It was the dwelling occupied by
Mrs. AGREE belonging to Mr.. D. A
Madry a mile from town. Mrs. AGREE
lost everything she had nothing at all
being saved from the fire.
The fire started in the pantry and ii
was thought that it might be the work
Of rats, as there had been no fire in
The house since the middle OF the day.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
Meeting IN the Baptist Church

The meeting In the Baptist church
deepens in interest every day. There
have been quite number of profess
,ons, and the congregations are large
every night.
DR.. MERGERS sermons are replete
with the most pleasing presentation of
gospel truth. He is profound scholar
an attractive speaker, touchlngly ten
der in his solicitude for the unsave6
and powerful in his appeals to men tt
accept Jesus Christ.
All who have heard Dr.. Mercer have
been greatly pleased and there is pros
pect OF a great revival before the NEE,
ing closes.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
SPECIAL Request.

To all GU: friends who haye tools
borrowed from us we urge you to re-
turn them, as we need them to lenl to
other friends.
We have Wire Stretches, Pipe
Wrenches, and Timers Shears loaned
out that we need very much.
Yours Truly,
JOsEY HARDWARE Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
BUCKINGHAM'S DYE
PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS.
The Coming, Going and Whereabouts
Of Our People and Other Folks.

MIR. N. Biggs went to Wake Forest
commencement this morning.
DR.. I. M. Mercer is the guest of Mr..
N. Biggs while holding a meeting here.
Mrs. Woodward, of Greenville, IL
here on visit to Mrs G. L. Mcdowell.
Mrs. Hawkins, OF Battleboro, is here
on visit to her sister, Mrs. Mary TIL
ery.
Mr.. and Mrs. N. B. Josey lest Tues
day to attend Wake Forest commence
ment.
Mr.. G. G. Weeks went to the ives.
tern part of the county on business
Tuesday.
Mr.. M. D. Allsbrook went to Wei
don on a visit Tuesday, and from there
will 60 on to Richmond to Visit rela-
tives.
Miss Ethel Worsley, OF Oak City,
has been here some days on visit to
her sister, Mrs. G. G. Weeks.
Mr.. J. H. FutrelI, OF Norfolk, whose
loss in the fire here last week was
heavy, came to Scotland Neck Monday.
Miss Mary King. OF Thelma, has
been here some days visiting her sister
Mrs. j. B. Jones.
Mrs. J. R. Holiday, from Dawsons,
was here some days ago to visit her
sisters, Mesdames N. Biggs and J. M
Tillery.
Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. Oppenheimer, OF
Rocky Mount, we're here some days
to visit Mr.. and Mrs. G. Hoffman.
Mrs. George J. Smith, of Kinston,
has been here some days visiting her
sister, Mrs. w. N. Steptoe, and other
relatives.
Mrs. P. L. Salisbury, of Hamilton,
was here some dayr ago and went to
Raleigh to attend the commencement
at the Baptist University for Women.
Mrs. s. F. Dunn and daughter, Miss
Bessie, left Tuesday for Thelma where
they went to attend the funeral ct
Mrs. Dunn's sister, Mrs. Stallings OF
Blttlebolo. The funeral took place in
Brunswick county, Va.
Mr.. ]. D. Stewart attended last week
in Atlanta the meeting OF the Inter-
state Cotton Seed Crushers Association.
He says there were perhaps eight
hundred mills represented and nearly
fifteen hundred persons In attendance,
including mill men, seed men and
those who handle machinery.
Miss Undine FutrelI some days ago
came home from the Baptist Univer-
sity for Women in Raleigh because OF
sickness. She was in the midst of her
examinations at the close OF the session
but was compelled to leave be-
cause too Ill to finish her work.
She has been quite sick since she
came home, but is reported better
now. Her many friends regret that
she had to come home before finish
ing her sessions work.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24

For blcating, belching, digestion,
ETC., eat a Rings Dyspepsia Tablet
alter meals.
e. T. Whitehead & Co, Scotlal d
Neck, Leggett's Drug store HohSocd.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
Special Bargains.

New Dress Goods in Wooleps, Lawns
and Chambrays.
Mems, Ladies' and Children's Shoes
and Slippers In all grades at lowest
psices.
Straw Hats at half price.
100 Dozen Fruit Jars In Lightning,
Royal, Telephone and Mason's at
Lowest Prices.
l Car Load Pittsburgh Fencing.
Heights and prices to suit.
Special Prices on Trunks.
Almost daily receiving new Furni-
ture. will sell at lowest prices for
cash or on instalments.
EDWARDS & Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
THANKS TO THE PUBLIC

We take this method Of thanking the people, both
white and colored, for the generous and unstinted
aid which was rendered us in the recent fire.
We appreciate the many tokens and words OF
sympathy rendered us and heartily thank all who
have thus remembered us.
We expect to be open for business again within
very few days and shall do best to
friends and the public acceptably, and by the first
of September hope to be able to open business at
our old stand again
With sincere thanks,
MORRISETT BROTHERS.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
At Ray S this week.

Big stock OF Pants, Shirts and Over
alls.
Try Us on Syrups and Molasses--We
have the best.
Big stock OF Green and Black Tea oi
good quality.
Well supplied with good assortment
of Canned Goods.
We pay the highest prices for Chicl i.
ems and Eggs.
Corbys fresh Loaf Bread received
every Friday.
J. D. RAY. & Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
M. Hoffman & BrotheI's Card.

We sincerely thank each and every
person who rendered us assistance at
the great fire lew nights ago. The
expressions of sympathy which we
have received by friends at home and
by letter are particularly gratifying.
We are doing business in the ware
house a little back of the site Of our
store which was burned, where we
shall be glad to see our friends and to
accommodate our customers, until we
can rebuild our store on the corner,
which We shall do at once.
Respectfully,
M. HOFFMAN & BRO.
May %, 1906.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24

Salve Salve Spread the Salve, but
let 1t be Pine salye, natures remedy
for cuts, burns, sores, etc.
E. T. Whitehead & Co., Scotland Neck,
Leggett's Drug Store, Hobgood.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
Condemned and Sold.

Condemned and Sold.
The town commissioners have con-
dem led the wooden ware room imme-
diately in the rear of w. Z. Tyler
store. 1t was sold at auction Tuesday
afternoon. The highest bidder was
Mr.. r. V. Kitchln at $27.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24

Nothing will relieve Indigestion that is
not thorough digestant. Kodol Dys-
pepsia Cure digests what you eat, and
allows the stomach to rest-recuperale
grow strong again. A few doses of Ko-
dol aftermeals will soon restore the
stomach and digestive organs to a full
performance OF their functions naturally.
Sold by E. T. Whitehead & Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24

MovED-Mr. J. G. Mills has moved
from the T. w. Fenner residence to
Church street aud occupies the resi-
dence with his brother, Mr.. L R.
Mills. Also MIR. K. Hous. is living in
the residence on Church street re-
Gently vacated by Mr.. w. P. R)berson.
THE EDITORS THANKs-The editor
of THE COMMONWEALTH was out OF
town when the great fire occurred here
last week. Our home narrowly escaped
destruction and we heartily thank all
who rendered Mrs. Hilliard assistance
in protecting it.
BOUGHT PETERsoN's GROCERIES
Hardy Hardware Company ia moving
into the Peterson store and purchased 8
good part OF Mr.. Peterson's stock oil
groceries, the room into which Mr..
Peterson moved being too small to
hold them.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
For Sale

Thoroughbred Jersey Cows.
J. HARPER ALEXANDER, Sr.
Chase City, Va.
5-l7-3t
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
NANY CHILDREN ARE SICKLY

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for
Children, used by Mother Gray, nurse
n Children's Home, New York, break
solids in "a hours, cure feyerishness,
headache, stomach troubles, teething
disorders, AMI destroy worms. At all
druggists. 25c. Sample mailed free
Address, Allen q. Olmsted, Leroy, NY
Generally speaking the smaller .
m N is the larger his troubles seem to
be.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
Special Notice.

All persons are forbidden to haul
seines or otherwise fish in the waters
on that tract of land on Beech Swamp
known as the Bryant or Simmons land.
May 21st, 1906.
II
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
At N. B. Josey & co.

Just receieed stock of Harrisburg
Oxfords--all styles.
Nice lot of fine Buggies and Run
abouts.
We are agents for the best and neat
est Tombstones--GiAe us your order.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24

Card of Thanks.
We wish to assure the public OF our
keen appreciation of the aid rendered
ns in the fire and sympathy expressed
for US in our loss. We sincerely thank
all for every consideration and shall
still do our best to serve the public
faithfully and we'll.
HARnY HARDWARE Co.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
vinegar.

vinegar.
Good Old Country, Pure
Apple Vinegar.
W. T. TYLER.
The commonwealth. (Scotland Neck, N.C.) 1896-1929, 1906-05-24
T De1n The dose one, just one pill
vy0DC D1IEC at bedtime. Sugar-coated,I
~ Wei llIS mild, certain. They cureI
IA n y constipation iS YyiaaSss::I
Want your moustache or beard
4 beautiful brown or rich black2 Use
The Commonwealth
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Wanted
Second hand Shredder and Hay
Press, Also 10 feet Skating.
l.. l.. DRAUGHON,
Wbitakers, N. G.
Edgecombe County.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
Engagement Announced.

Mr.. and Mrs. G. E. s. Wood. OF
Portland. announce the engagement
OF their elder daughter, Miss Nan
Wood. to Mr.. David Il. Honeyman.
Miss Wood is the leader OF Port
lands younger yet, and is highly ac-
complished in every way. She was
one OF the bridesmaids at the bril-
liant New York wedding of Miss
Roosevelt, cousin of Alice Rooose-
velt-Longworth, who was also a
bridesmaid.
Mr.. Honeyman is one OF Port
lands solid young business men, and
is treasurer OF the large Honeyman
Hardware Company, and is popular
in society circles. Both are we'll
known throughout Oregon.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
High School Society Meets.

The Desmosthenes literary society
at the high school has reorganized
for the ensuing school year and is
starting out with considerable en-
thusiasm. Several new members are
expected to affiliate themselves with
the organization which is in a flour
ishing condition. The attendance at
the last meeting was large and the
encouraging feature of the initial
meeting OF the. year was the presence
OF many freshmen and the keen in
terest evinced by the members OF the
faculty for the welfare and progress
of the society.
The program consisted OF an ad-
dress by Floyd Utter; piano duet.
Blanche Kran and Eva Martin; read
ing. Blanche Listoa; vocal duet Eva
Fisher and Ethel Cross; violin solo,
Joy Turner. Professor Smith made
some remarks appropriate To the oc-
casion and work of the society. The
program was carried out in its en-
tirety and was well received.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
Welcomes Pastor Back.

A reception was given the re-
turned pastor, Rev. ID. II. Leech,
and his estimable family, at the NJ.
r. church OF Woodburn Monday ev-
enihg. All were happy over the fact
that Rev. Leech had been reapDoint-
ed TO this charge. and large as
semblage OF the admirers OF the pas
tor and his family fully attested this
at the gathering. There was instru-
mental music by Miss Cowles, Miss
Lola Armes and Miss Alma Hersch-
berger, vocal selection by Misses Lam
don and Wilde and Messrs. @. A.
Landon and $. T. Johnson. an ad-
dress Of welcome by Mr.. II. p. Nor
com, introduction of pastor by Mr..
J. A. Austin. and response by Rev.
and Mrs. Leech. then all Joined in
singing. "Blest Be the Tie That
Binds" Refreshments were served
and a social time enjoyed.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12

perhaps because gloves with closed
wrists are so hard to get or. Even
In the case OF black or white COS.
tunes tan suede gloves are worn.
Lace wells should be chosen with
extreme care. In these wells there Is
a tendency toward heavy borders,
which hide the lower part of the
face The style at present Is to draw
the veil rather tightly from the chin
in n neat line TO the back Of the hat
brlm, and there the ends tie In n
bow.
Partisan rumor has II that long ear
rings are 10 be worn. In fact, they are
already being shown In the jewelry
shops To some extent.
The blouse illustrated II one OF the
new fall styles designed for French
flannel. The novelty lies In the but
ton trimmed straps.
JUDO CHoLLET.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
THE MAID
AND THE
MUMMY

"The Maid and the Mummy"
Richard Carries merry musical play,
which is to be the attraction at the
Grand opera house tonight is in two
acts. The first is laid in the curio
store kept by Washington Stubbs, a
brokendown theatrical manager,
who is selling his properties as gem
uine antiques; the second act is laid
in the Egyptian ball room OF Dr.
Elisha Dobbins, in New York City.
The scenic artist has painted won
derful scene for the second act, and
the gowns worn by the Egyptian
queens, by the Polly and the Julia
girls in this act. are the most ex-
pensive ever used BY any theatrical
organization.
There are fourteen chorus girls
in THE Maid and the Mummy" who,
at moments notice, could take the
part of any of the principals. These
fourteen are the cream of the thirty
girls that sing and dance in the
merry musical melange by Richard
Carle and Robert Hood Bowers. The
chorus is the largest, handsomest,
best dressed. best drilled, best dane
ing and best singing organization in
Ameica. The girls were selected by
Mr.. Carle from among more than
100 in New York, and Chicago 1t is
privilege TO belong to the chorus
of "The Maid and the Mummy" as
the company carries a special sing
ing and a special dancing instructor,
who devotes all their time to giving
the girls instructions.
The play has a record of three
months in New York, three months
in Philadelphia and three months in
Chicago IL is seldom that any mus
ical piece appeals to such a wide
class of theater-goers as this one.
The popularity of THE Maid and the
Mummy" is explained by the author,
who says he tried to combine some
of the best points of musical comedy,
comic opera, burlesque, and extra
vaganza, in this one piece.
He has a splendid story, well told,
characters, widely varying and a
chorus that for beauty and dancing
abilities is Unmatched in America. |
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12

Southern Pacihc Time Card. Effective
Saturday, Aug. 1s.
Toward Portland--Train Arrives.
No, 1850 a. m. Oregon ex-
press.
No. l4-S:2s a. M, Cottage Grove
express.
No. i2-4:4s p. m. Oregon ex-
press.
No, e22-l1:ls a. m, through
fast freight
No. 226---il;5S a. m. local way
freight. Departs i2:45 D. m.
Toward San Francisco.
No. i5-lo:6s p. m. California
express
No. is-s:2s p. m. Cottage Grove
express.
No. ii-io;ss a. m.. California
express.
No. aaS-ii;a5 a. m. local way
freight. Departs at 1885 a. m.
No. sai--s:se a m.. through fast
freight
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
lMoMaryrefMerkIey(

II is because most women suffer from
Some arrangement of their delicate
organism, the discomfort of which Ia
less trying when they are in motion
than when standing.
In some states laws compel employers
10 provide resting places for their fe-
male employees.
But no amount of law can regulate
the hard tasks of these women. They
must get the strength which this work
demands or run the risk of serious
diseases and the surgeons knife.
Read the experience of Miss Margret
Merkley, 275 Sd Street, Milwaukee,
Wis:
Dear Mrs. Pinkham:-
Gradual loss of strength, nervousness,
bearing-down pains and extreme irritation
compelled me to seek medical advice The
doctor said had diseased organs and ulcer
alton, and advised an operation If / wanted
10 get. well. / objected to this and decided
TO give Lydia e. Pinkhams Vegetable Com
pound trial. I soon found that ali the good
things said about this great medicine were
true The liberation soon healed, backache,
headache and nervousness disappeared, and
in short time was strong, vigorous and
perfectly we'll. I wish every working girl
who suffers would try Lydia E. Pinkham's
Vegetable Compound"
Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com
pound is a vegetable tonic which invig-
crates and strengthens the entire fe-
male organism, and will produce the
same beneficial results in the cases of
other sick women as with Miss Merklsy.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
Cures Winter Cough.

], Il. Cover. 101 n. Main ST., otta-
wa, Kan, writes; Every fall II has
been my wife's trouble 70 catch a
severe cold. and therefore TO cough
all winter long. Last fall got her
a bottle of Horehound Syrup. She
used II and has been able 10 sleep
soundly all night long. Whenever
the cough troubles her, two or three
doses stops the cough. and she Is
able to be up and we'll" 25c. soc
aud 800.
Sold by d. ]. Fry's drug store.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
Connecticut Bcckecpcrs' Association

Hartford, Conn, Oct. 12.-The
fifteenth annual meeting OF the Con-
necticut Beekeepers' Association.
which was held here today. proved
to be very successful and instructive,
The association. while seeking to pro-
mote scientific and practical bee
culture. is aiming to advance the
interest OF both products and con-
sumers OF honey, fruit growers,
farmers and horticulturists. The
two most important subjects dis
cussed were what Is the best race
OF bees 10 keep for profit" and Sale
OF Adulterated Honey In Connecti-
cut and It's Prevention"
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
SaIesWomen's Peril
SUlVE DISEASES, DUE TO STANDING
facts About Miss Merkley's Dangerous
illness and Complete Cure

Have you ever thought why so many
women or girls rather walk an hour
than stand still for ten minutes?
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
WHAT is WORN.
shirt waist That VIII he smart This
FaII-Broyvn sttn Worn.

The newest of the tailored fall shirt
waists are made OF China silk. prefer
ably In white. with cuffs and collars OF
q contrasting color. The shades best
liked for this novel touch are yellow.
blue or green, The collar Is high
turnover, with stitched edges, aud Is
worn with a broad bow of ribbon In
the same color. These bows are newer
than the four-In-hands.
In French linen shirt waists there Is
new model with small box plalts
running from neck to waist. These
plaits are pressed. but not stitched.
Ths sleeves are arranged In the same
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
4 BadIy Burned Girl.

or boy. man or woman, is quickly
out OF pain II Bucklin's Arnica
salye is applied promptly. G,
Welch, OF Tekonsha. Mich. says; 81
use It in my family for cuts, sores
and all skin injuries. and find II per-
feet" Quickest pile cure known.
Best healing salve made. 25c at ].
G. Perry's drugstore.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
SOCIAL PAGE.
and WOman's Department


latest :nodeI OF a -c5que LIT ~--lmeu
with velvety burV'hes Of ribbon. which
may look quite demure when worn by
n pretty yong girl.
Everybody Is wearing suede gloves
with closed wrists. 1t has become
the mode to take tea and sometimes
luncheon without removing the gloves.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
EXTENDING SUMMER
EXCURSION RATES

People Wishing TO Enjoy Natures
Beauties, Proves so Popular-Sal-
mon Fishing in Full Blast:
The low round trip rates, season
and three-day in effect from all
points on the S. P. and c. & E. rail-
roads to Newport and Yaquina dur
ing the summer, which have proved
so popular with the people wishing
to view the beauties of nature and
regain health and strength at that
magnificent resort, have been ex-
tended from September 30th to Oc-
tober 18th. Tickets will be good for
return at any time up to and in.
cluding October 81, 1906.
The months OF September and Oc-
tober are the favorite ones at the
seaside, when harvest and hoppick.
ing is over.
Finest Salmon Fishing In the North
west
will be in full blast. Houses can be
rented cheaply and living expenses
are at medium. Ample hotel &C.
commodations for all at low rates.
Through baggage and ticket ar
rangements same as during the sum-
mer will be in effect. Full informa
tion on application to S. p. or c. E.
agent.
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
Gown oy STRIPPED wooLrs.

way. with the plaits going from elbow
% wrist instead OF the moro usual
Way. from shoulder 10 elbow. f.h i
Brown. Il 10 predicted. win not yield
frxt placs 90 any ether color this win
tsr. There 10 every reason 60 think
that Il viii be season OF somber
shades. The duh leaf browns aud
ehestnnts. with hint OF red In their
warm depths. are 20 he the tones most
used
A pretty fall gown Is illustrated.
me material Is striped woolen In
brown Haf tan shades. vest. collsr
and euffs ara OF brown velvet
...ssA. @---~a&1nx
Daily capital journal. (Salem, Oregon) 1903-1919, 1906-10-12
CHIC srylss.

HATS with stsiaas q Fashsea fesss-
sfiisy--raa Suede efssss nsatsh.
There h an attempt made 10 intro
d1cs hats with strings this fall. AZ
ysi u0thing bui old ladies' bonnets
pzys eGpssg-d - .sgQIpPsa ssSsp, shls
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1906-03-18
Death Rate Reduced.

The death rate on the ISthmuS OF
Panama until about year ago was
VIGOROUSLY higher Lhan for any SINH
larly populated territory Of the same
size oh This account. Since that time
American energy has so reduced il
by The preliminary work of cleaning
up The zone and providing sewers and
copious water supply 10 its Towns that
the former plague spot begins TO COM
pare iavorably with many OF the lead
ing cities Of the United States. Fur
ther Improvement is declared 10 he
possible. and 10 that end the efforts
of The commission will be continually
CXericd.
Tic next step in making he 18TH
mus not only habiiable, but comfort
able ana even attractive to the mus
ported 10 carry ont the formidable
task. was that of houses and homes
such as civilized and intelligent human
beings are accustomed TO, ana This
has now been substantially accom-
plishe1.
Old Worthless Houses Burned
The Canal Commission inherited
from the French company two thor
sand habtatants, all In bad condition.
many Of them only fit 10 be burned,
which was promptly done. Nearly
one thousand OF them were thorough
ly renovated and are already In use.
chiefly by the coloreh Mlorcrs and
their families. They arc palatiai cont
pared with the usual homes Of these
people
In Inc French regime The common