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Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
ELEVENTH WARD THEATRE.
Decoration Day Attendance Was En-
couraging People Were Pleased.

~N--fh 'fNtr
Decoration Day crowd at the Eleventh
Ward Theatre yesterday was one all
appreciated. and, as on the opening day,
the open-air theatre was well filled.
Mackey and Croix, the clever travesty
artists, continue TO please. receiving
merited applause The extemporaneous
verses by Mr.. Mackey on the political
situation here are exceedingly clever and
apropos.
Rice and Elmer, the comedy bar artists,
are well received. while the Columbian
Four, a quartet of comedians and singers,
are entertaining with their clever singing
and comedy.
The Noles open the show with a clever
Dutch comedy act. followed by Jackson
and Douglass, sister team of Merit.
The Three Roses, dainty musical artists,
are a revelation 10 local theatre-goers
and musical circles: making their debut
with Dixey and afterward with Sousa,
they are now unparalleled success in
vaudeville
The managers are using every effort
to give their patrons a bill par excellence
each week. and this weeks bill predicts
great success for the new venture.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
WOMEN AT GOLF.

Invitation Tournament Began at the vii
mington Country Club Grounds Thi
Morning.
The annual invitation golf tournamon
for women az tho grounds Of the Whining
ton Country Club began this morning
when the qualifying round was started
The following totals for is holes. wer
made up TO ? O'Clock this afternoon.
Mrs. r. II. Barlow, 50.
Miss Gilbert, 81.
Mrs. Worth, ia.
Miss Maule. lO3.
Miss NJ b. Darlington, lO5.
Mrs Percy Collins, 100.
Mrs. Milton c. Writ, 90.
Mrs Robert Pennington, LOG.
Miss II F. Dixon, ll6.
Mrs w s. Hilles, l06.
Mrs Tioe. l0S.
Miss North 9S.
Miss pusey. 1877.
Mrs. A. Collins. ll3.
Ms. William West, III.
Ms. Lowry ll6.
Mrs. e. H. Fitlor. Sd, l02.
Mrs. A. II. G.. Garrett, i06.
Mrs. Caleb f. Fox, so.
Mrs. Fitzgerald, %.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31

A Dishonest Purpose means a Dishonest
Product and a Disregard Of tho Purohas-
ers' Health or Welfare.
Beware Of the Slick Salesman and his
ancient "Jusi az Good" story that COM
mon sense reiutes.
cascarols are made only by the Sterling
Remedy Company Aand the famous little
Ten Cen, Vest Pocket box "a here
shown. TRNr are never sold in bulk,
Every tabletmarked "ccc."
Be sure you get tho genuine.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
BACK AT THE WHITE HOUSE.

Associated Press Dispatch by special Wires
Washington, May 3l.-The United
States ship Mayhower, with President
Roosevelt and members Of his family
aboard, arrived at the Navy Yard today
shortly after 10 O'Clock. from Ports
mouth and Old Point Comfort, Va.
As soon as the vessel had docked, the
President and Mrs. Roosevelt and the
other members Of the party bade fare
well TO the officers and men, and as they
departed the Presidents salute Of 2l
guns was fired The President reached
the White House about 30 O'Clock.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
HAD A ROUGH VOYAGE.
ri'.I Iy,,,1 SiT.S .,, 30 Bs.,. .soH Ts1.s. Laden

Arrival ofTwo BoAta Rrom Texas. Laden
With on for the Texas OIL 90.
Two oil boats arrived in port this
morning and tied up at the works of
the Texas Oil Co., both having oil in
barrels from Port Arthur, Tex. The
boats were the American steamship
Northman, IN command Of Capt. j. A.
Patdson, and the barge City of
Antonio, in command Of Capt J. II.
Willis.
Capt. Willis reported that he had a
very rough voyage, but no damage was
done to his boat and nothing serious
happened.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
FINE GIFT TO HOSPITAL.

George S. Capelle has presented $4,000
TO the Homeopathic Hospital for the
purpose Of endowing a room in the new
addition to the building in memory OF
his wife, who died several years ago
Mrs. Capelle was the second president OF
the hospital and always took q great
interest in the institution.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
DEMooRATI0 oOUNTY ooMMTTEE
Belief That ex-Mayor Bird Will be Elected
Chairman.

A meeting Of the Democratic County
Committee will be held at the rooms Of
the Young Mems Democratic Club. at
go O'Clock this afternoon. for the pur-
pose of organizing for the campaign
Il is likely that ex-Mayor Charles ID.
Bird will be elected chairman to succeed
William f. Kurtz. James b. Toman of
New Castle is also being spoken of in the
same connection.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
ROBERT PITCAIRN RETIREs.

Associated Pres DiEpatch by SPECIAL Wires
Pittsburg, Pa, May 3l-Having
reached the age limit, Robert Pitcairn
resident assistant to President Cassatt
Of the Pennsylvania Railroad Co., re-
tired today from the service OF the com
pany.
Mr.. Pitcairn has been in continuous
service with the Pennsylvania Railroad
IN various capacities since 1853.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
Canoes under sail

The Delaware Canoe Club opened its
new clubhouse, at the Orchard, near
Eleventh street bridge, yesterday after
noon. The house is II BY 80 feet and is
tastefully finished The members spent
most of the day there, talking over plans
for this summer Those present were:
S. f Singleton, William P. Poole. Ward
low Hammond, Harlan Hudson. Glen
Beadenkopf, Dr. c. r. Jefferis and George
Bockius. Several Of the sailing canoes
were rigged out and tried on the river.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
MUST REPAIR sUNKEN TRENoHEs.
Street and Sewer Department TO Servi
Notice on Conduit Co mpanies.

President A. L. johnson of the Street
and Sewer Department visited the de-
partment Office this morning and in
structed the secretary, /. v. Christy, 70
send notices to the companies having
conduits in the streets, notifying them
trenches must be put in good condition
at once.
Mr.. johnson said there are several
places in different parts of the city where
the depressions are causing trouble and
permits to companies that do not keep
the trenches in repair.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
n,Iiousnessand CONTINUATION.

"R.s years was troubled with bilious
ness and css.stipmion, which made life
misera BILE for me. My appetite failed me. !
lost my usual force and vitality. Pepsin pre-
parations and cathartics only made matters
worse. I do not know where | should have
been today had ! not tried Chamberlain's e
stomach and Liver Tablets. The effects we're
simply marvellous. The tablets relieve the III
feeling at once, strengthen the digestive
functions, purify the stomach, liver and
blood, helping the system to do It's work
naturally. They bring back new life and
energy, a bright eye, clear brow and
a hsppy heart. Mrs. Rosa Potts, Biz
mingham, Ala. These tablets are Tor sale
by n. B. Danforth, Second and Market
streets
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
SnlI ON NOIEs.
The Case OF simmons q Bro. Va Enool
Mooro. Ir.

The Case OF simmons a Bro. Va Enoch
Moore, Jr.
The Superior Court today took up the
case of S. c. Simmons a Bro vs..
Enoch Moore, Jr., for the recovery OF
the amount Of two notes, S20l.44 and
$500. which are said 20 have been
given in pay for materials furnished.
James W. Ponder represented the
plaintiff and John W. Brady ana L.
Irving Handy the defendant.
The plaintiff produced the notes
signed by Enoch Moore, Jr. IL was
testified that lumber and other ma
terials had been delivered TO the
Fnoch Moore q Sons Co. Mr.. Handy
asked the court to grant q non,sult on
the ground that suit had been piouBhs
against Enoch Moore, Jr., ana tna'
the evidence had not shown theg any
thing had been given to Enoch moore
Jr., in consideration OF the notes hs
also contended that the plaintln nae
failed to prove that the Enoch Moore
Jr., who was in court, was the SAINT
Enoch Moore, Jr., who made the note
The court refused to grant q non.suit
Oscar Gouert, paying teller OF th'
First National Bank, testified that th'
notes we're signed by the Enoch moore
& Sons Co., in a manner conforming
to the instructions given the bank by
tho Enoch Moore & Sons Co. Enoch
Moore, Sr, identified the signature
upon the note as that Of the Enoch
Moore & Sons Co.
All of the evidence was in by
o'clock and the jury was discharged
until o'clock.
The case Of Samuel Sweetmar
against George Gardner, an eieotmenl
suit, was tried and by a decision ol
the jury Mr.. Gardner was elected from
80 acres Of ground in Blackbird hun
dred, on which Gardner was tenant
Walter Willis represented the plain
tih. The defence was not represented
Court took a recess until 2 O'Clock.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
THE Y.M. o.A. FuNp.

Many New subscriptions Announced at
Today's Dinner Making the Total
Amount Over s1250Oo.
Another meeting and dinner Of the
officers, members and friends of the
Young Mems Christian Association was
held at Ainscow's cafe at noon today,
the object being to keep up the interest
in the movement for funds for the pro-
posed new building Henry b Thomp-
son, president of the association, presided.
A large number of additional subscrip-
tions were reported, as follows:
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
BISCUITS APPRECIATED.
Free Biscuits at Mcmahon Bros. Booth
is Popular Feature Of the Pair

is Popular Feature Of the Pair.
Giving away a good cup OF coffee with
delicious biscuits at Mcmahon Bros booth
at Brandywine Springs has become a very
popular feature of the fair and the i'm
mense crowds that stop to partake OF
the repast is sufficient proof that this
novel idea is thoroughly appreciated.
The baking of the biscuits at the booth
is to advertise and explain the superior
qualities Of McMahon Bros ranges gaso-
line stoves, oil stoves, &c. Mcmahon
Bros. claim to handle the very best and
most economical fuel saving stoves manu-
factured, and commencing tomorrow they
will have a demonstrator every day at
their booth at the fair to prove their asser-
ton
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31

casoareis are the implaoablo foe Of
An Disease Germs; the incompatible
cleanser, purifier and strengihener Of the
entire Digestive Canal.
They Act Ike Exercise on the Bowel
Muscles, make them strong and active
able to Help Themselves do their work.
keep themselves clean.
Casoare,s are tho safeguard Of Innocent
Childhood against the Dreadful Death
dealing Dangers that threaten the Lives
Of the Little Ones.
They are Purely Vegetable, absolutely
Harmless, always Reliable and Efficient,
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
YACHT ON TRIAL TRIP.
Fine New Boat Built by Pusey & Jones
Co. for A. M. Rose Of New York

The pretty yacht Emrose, built by the
Pusey & Jones Co. for Albert NJ. Rose
Of New York City, left the wharves Of
the builders today for a trial trip on the
Delaware River, following which the boat
is to be delivered to the owner. The first
cruise will be made in honor Of Mr.. Roses
daughter who win entertain a party Of
Of friends from the school from which
she graduates next month in honor Of her
graduation.
Several Of the officials Of the building
company were on the boat and there were
also some other guests.
Mr.. and Mrs. Rose and W. Hill, all OF
New York, were among the guests.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31

II was reported that about sou had
been subscribed by the employees of the
Joseph Bancroft q Sons Co.
The total subscriptions at the last
luncheon were sll3,64S. The total
amount received today " was as sio''es'
making a grand total OF sl25,l2a
az tbis amount s4. .5S7 was collected by
the Younp Mems Committee and the
remainder bv the board Of directors and
advisory committee.
President Thompson stated that S75,-
COO more Is ne,dad to make the amount
reauired for the work. He urged on
thoseIpre to work hard for this end
and ssid the matter has gone too far now
TO fail r.,
Short addresses we're made by Col
BENJAMIN Nields and f: N. Hopes.
Another luncheon will take place next
week.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
To re.t strset Lamps.

The Street and Sewer Department
has arranged with the bidders who
desire to sell street lamps TO the city
TO erect sample lamps in different
parts Of the city by next Monday
night, so that all can be given test on
that night. Several have been burning
for some time.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
new pEPUTY coMPTRoLLER.
j. Harry Pierson Succeeds Joseph wiggles
worth In County Office.

County Comptroller Philemma Chand-
Ter, who was deprived of his deputy by
the appointment Of Joseph Wigglesworth
to the position Of Secretary OF the Will
mington Board of Health, this morning
announced that he had appointed j.
Harry Pierson to succeed Mr. Wiggles-
worth. Mr.. Pierson is a salesman in
William Lawton' store
Mr.. Pierson. who is a boolSkeeper, is a
well-known Republican He will begin
his new duties tomorrow.
Since Mr. Wigglesworth resigned as
deputy comptroller be has assisted Comp
troller Chandler.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
PhlIaaslnhIs onotatIon..
Associated Press Dispatch by Special Wires.
Philadelphia, May Si-2 p. m.-Market closed
Nar YnrI. nInrl.nan.

Associated Press Dispatch BY Special Wires
New York. Nav Sl.-Fiour. receipts. q. $50 bar
rels; sales. $50 barrels Steady, but slow.
Wheat receipts, 5000 bushels sales, 750o00
bushels. easier. July, 6s1saSS1si September
i've. duh No Western, CSC. T. oh New York
Corn receipts 29,025 bushels sales 5000 bushels.
Lower May. 5Sc.
Bcef, steady.
Pork steady.
Lard, steady; prime Western, SsS5. nominal.
sugar, raw. steady fair refining. . l5-ldc.
centrifugal o6 test 1890; molasses SUGAR Ice.
Refined, steady; crushed, $3.50. powdered. $40;
granuated. Si60
Petroleum. steady; refined. an ports 81 75as7 so.
Coffee steady; No Rio 7,sc.
Molasses steady; New Orleans, 8oaSsc,
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
Ass1srANr posrMAsrrRsH1p.
Postmaster Conrad Says He is Holdin
the Matter Up for a Few Davs.

Lu1NHlaetti N1AAa au Gays AAt - hQluiuk
the Matter Up for a Few Days
In reply to inquiry made by a reporter
Of Every Evening, this morning POST
master Conrad said be had not appointed
an assistant postmaster to succeed NJ.
Howard Jester, who resigned to sit in the
Legislature, having been elected a rep
resentative at the last election.
81 am holding the matter up for the
present, said Mr. Conrad.
There is every reason TO believe that
Mr.. Jester will be rcinstated at the close OF
the legislative session.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
cnnnl O. nI..tinr-

The annual meeting of the proprie-
tors Of the Chesapeake & Delaware
Canal will be held at the office OF the
company, 52S Walnut street, Philadel-
phia, next Monday morning at II
o'clock, when a president and direc-
tors will be elected for the ensuing
year.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31

tv- FREE TO OUR FRIENDsi
We want to send 70 our friend0 a beautiful
French-designcd, GOLD-PLATED B0Nh0N BOX
hard-enpnelod ~ c0lofs. u Is a beauty for the
dressing table Ten cents IN stamps is asked as
measure Of FOOD lllh and 70 cover costoi Cascarcts
with which this dainty trinket Is loaded. 7id
Send to-day. mentioning this paper. Address
Sterling Remedy Company, Chicago or New York.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
FIRE RAGING AT NASHVILLE.

Associated Press Dispatch by Special Wires
Nashville, Tenn, May S1.-A FIRE
which started in the Greenfield Talbot
Furniture Co.'S establishment on Third
avenue, in the heart Of the business dis
trict. is spreading.
Every FIRE engine in the city has been
summoned.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
nfedlnnl rramlnInr nonrd.

The Medical Examining Board, rep
resenting the President and Fellows Of
the Medical Society of Delaware, will
meet in Dover on June Goth, 2lst and
22d, for the purpose of examining can
didates who may desire a license to
practice medicine and surgery.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
Gorernmnnt Contrnot.

At the Office Of United States Engi-
neer Flagler, today, bids we're opened
for paint to 60 to Fort du Pont, and
the contract was awarded to +. @.
Mammele Of this city.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
nnnd Mnnl, fnr rn.tnm..

The month ~ May, which ends to-
day, has been a busy one at the custom
house. Imports valued at about
sl41, 600 have passed through the Office
and the receipts exceed 81, 900.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
An italian Undsrtaner.

Wilmington now has an Italian un-
dertaker, which is the first one Of that
nationality the city evor had. His
name is Antonio Corleto of No. I'll
Scott street, and he had h is first fun
eral today.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
sale OF calnp PrIrIIers..

Arrangements have been completed
for the sale Of privileges for Brandy
wine Summit campmeeting, which
will take place on the campground
next Thursday. A large number Of
people from this city will attend
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
1eaths.

eELGRATH-On May 2eth. Samuel J. selgrath,
aged NJ, son of the late Mary Eelcraih ard
grandson Of William NJ Wngcrt
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the
funeral from the residence of his grandparents
IA King streets, Monday, June ith. solemn
requiem mass at st. Patricks Church. Intcmcnt
Al Cathedral cemetery
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
lll.chnrrn III nnnI,rnnlcr.

Frank G. Bartram having petitioned
the United States District Court for
discharge in bankruptcy, Judge
Bradford has ordered a hearing on the
petition on June 18th,
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
nnll,.nr Imnrnrnmnnl-

Employees of the Wilmington City
Railway Co. are installing a new
switch at Eighth and Washington
streets to replace one which has be-
come defective.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
The snnlh MIlmInrlnn.

Engineer Rommel Of the Street and
Sewer Department stated at noon to-
day that the new sewer project in
South Wilmington would be started
this afternoon. 1t was not possible 60
make the start this morning.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31

Il is not an Experiment, not an Aeol-
dent or Incident, but a sound. Honest
Business, based on Time -Trled-and- Tested
Merit, never found wanting,
There IS a Reason.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
Lawn Fets POSTPONED

The lawn fete Of the Eastlake Presby-
terian Church. announced for June lst
and ID, will be held on June 18th and 10th,
on the lawn of James Dewey.F
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
Worlyman Injured.

Thomas Tayne Of No. 1Ol Sycamore
street, had his leg badly cut while at
work this morning. He was taken "a
the Delaware Hospital.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
sirik.r. stilIont.

Contrary to expectations, the strike
at the plant Of the Delaware Cotton
Co. did not end today, and at noon
the strikers were still out.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
.ntnrnnl Rrrrnnr umee CIo.ed.

The local Internal Revenue office
was closed yesterday and today while
stock taking was in progress.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31

Itching. torturing skin eruptions, dis6g-
ure, annoy, drive one wild. Doan's Oint-
ment brings quick relief and lasting cures.
Fifty cents at any drug stores
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
Made Like New.

Panama and straw hats. No acids
used. Saltzgiver d Bupp. S32 Market
street. Open evenings
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
nor 80, hrnPnIl.nmnn.

Police officer Beck shot dog at
Fourth and jackson streets this morn
ing. The dog was acting strangely.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
AppIoKs RErANg H1g pRopERrY.

Red Gross Plasters, Draper E, Seventh and
Jnckson.F
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
Get What You Ask ForI

a true, faithful. loyal servant Of Mankind.
Over Five Millions Of Dollars have
been Spent to make the merits Of Cas-
earels known, and every cent Of Il would
be lost. did not sound merit claim and
hold the constant, continued friendship,
Patronage and Endorsement Of we'll
pleased people year after year.
There Is also a Reason
Why there are Parasites who attach
themselves to tho Healthy Body Of Cas-
earet's suocess-Imitators, counlorfeiisrs,
Substitutors.
They arc Trade Thieves who would
rob Cascareis Of the Good WIZ Of the
people, and sneak upeaned profits,
earned and paid for by Cascaress.
Every evening, Wilmington daily commercial., 1906-05-31
ETfAHERE is a Reason
Why the Good People Of
America buy cascareis as
IL Fast as the Clock Ticks.

Every second some one. somewhere.
Is Buying little Ten-cenl Box Of Cas-
careis.
L2,3,4, S, go times to tho Minute,
60 Minutes to tho Hour, $500 Boxes an
Hour. 5000 Boxes a Day Of Ten Hours,
100000 Boxes a Month, and then some.
Think Of 10000 People take a
oasoarei tablet each day. Millions use
Caseareis when necessary.
The Judgment Of Millions Of Bright
Americans is lnialublo. They have been
Buying and Taking cascarets at that rate
for over Six years.
Aberdeen herald. [volume] (Aberdeen, Chehalis County, W.T.) 1886-1917, 1906-02-22
in CHEHALIS COUNTY
HAPPENINGS IN ALL PARTS OF
The COUNTY.
items of Interest From all Sections
of ChehaliS County, Gathered by
Aberdeen Herald Correspondents
and Cleaned From Our County
Exchanges.
MONTESANO

Albert Everson has sold his place west
of town to Walter Wade.
Mrs. Edith Sain has taken a position
of bookkeeper with Montesano l. & Mig.
Co.
Messrs. Crawford and Parker, who
have been working at White-Star mill
near Elma, will move to Montesano, and
bring their families.
Francis Smith and f. T. Guilin and
families left last week for their new
homes in Douglas county, where they
bave taken homesteads.
Charley Carter has returned from
California, where he had been the pas,
two years, in hopes OF beneitting bis
health. He has been steadily growing
worse.
Mrs. Charles Taylor, who was in Sc
attic several weeks receiving treatment
for eyes, will go to Tacoma to consult
another specialist 1t is feared that she
will lose her sight.
Agent Moore last week sold to Jacob
L. Phillips of Markham house and sew.
eral lots in Renton addition, owned by
f. T. GufIin. MIR. Phillips will move tc
Montesano in the sprnig.
Alex Torpen is now taking course
in engineering at Stanford University.
County Surveyor Shorey had eXepcted to
get him for deputy this summer, but
Alex writes that he will be obliged to re-
main in California for extra field work.
Geo. W. Ninemire has torn down the
old building between Simmons livery
stable and r. L. Schell's saloon, and on
the lot will put up new one.story build.
ing. Report says that stock OF grocer
les will be put in, but Mr.. Ninemire has
not disclosed his intentions regarding the
property.
E.T. Guffin has sold the last OF his
Montesano property, and left last week
for Wheeler, Douglas county, where he
has taken homestead. During the last
two months Mr.. Guffin disposed OF over
$4,000 worth Of property, in residence
lots, which shows that Montesano pro.
perty is not drug on the market.
Attorney L. B. Bignold has received a
letter from his uncle, Sir Arthur Bignold
stating that he was the only Unionist
candidate elected to the British parlia.
ment in Scotland. Mr.. Bignold resides
in Ross. shire. He made fortune on
the stock exchange in London and few
years ago bought large estate in Scot
land, and two years ago was knighted
His popularity among his constituents il
attested by the late election.