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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20

sufferers. For 4 tim, e. lans hoped
they might escaf.s vit. - shower of
stones and ciuie.,. Eut one Right the
scarlet ribbons that had been rcickling
ike rivers Of blood down the rough
Hopes turned toward the village and
flight WAS the only resource
In few hours Caesar had seen his
vineyard and olive grove damaged he
yond hope Of rcparation in his own
lifetime From a wealthy man he had
become poor. Although he did not
notice it. Maril's affection had cooled
perccptibly from the moment when she
realized that her lover was now no
richer than his fellows
Xabetta was gloOmily preparing TO
fee from her home at the coming of
the lava. To her whether she escaped
or not mattcred very little The cata-
clysm without found responsive echo
in her heart, fiery, scorched and
blasted
With a small bundle Of her belong
ings she was hurryiug along the street
amid the ashes and falling stones
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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20

goin' the pangs of slow torture. My
lungs are fuller of smoke than a con
sarncd Old chimney, and feel like a
half cured ham"
oh mercy cried Miss Simkins
Poor Mr. Moon. Poor Abner, Let
him out this instant. Mr. Ellet"
Bige threw open the door. and Abner
staggered into the light of day. He
was covered from head to foot with
SCOT and ashes.
well, Well" began Bige. 1T is Alb
ner Moon, but what a lookin' Moon.
He's gone into total eclipse He's new
er goin' to shine any more
I'm burnt all over" moaned Abner.
I'm toasted on the outside and fricas-
seed on the inside I'm charred"-
But what was you dom in there
demanded Rige. However came you
to be in there anyhow
Abner put his hands suddenly to his
head. Il dunno" he said. II was tax
en- sick suddenly. | didn't know what
| was dom or where | was goin'
was dizzy. | was dizzier than a yeller
cat with a compton fit, and I'm git
tin dizzy ag'in." He rolled his eyes
dolefully, then looked at Miss Simkins.
Il don't like to bother you, mum, but
if | could lie down-Tm afraid I'm
goin' to faint"
"Oh, dear, dear" said Miss Simkins
sympat hctically, taking him gently by
the arm and leading him toward the
house Poor, poor Abner,'
Bige watched them moment in ST
lence. Then he winked one eye Gun
ningly and chuckled to himself
'Mebbe I'd better 60 and get the
doctor. num- he said Pears to me
he's a pretty sick man"
Yes. do" replied Miss SimkinS.
"And hurIy-oh, please hurry"
Bige hurried. Fifteen minutes later
he was coming down the street with
DR. Lavender. He was talking low
and grinning The doctor was nodding
his head and grinning.
Abner was lying on the horsehair
sofa. Miss Simkins was bathing his
forehead with cold water and holding
one of his hands In hers.
DR.. Lavender felt of his pulse and
looked at his tongue. Then lie shook
his head sOlemnly.
Goodness, num-" he said, its the
worst attack of nervous excitement |
ever saw. do believe he's been get
ting mad at something or somebody.
He ought to control his tplunpr He's
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
No Comparison.

Mrs. Hattrrson-I engaged three
cooks in one day, and not one of them
came
Mrs. CattcrsOn-I had worse luck.
di3 the same and they all came-New
York Life.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
When the Bills Came In.

She - Didn't you say you'd go
through fire and water for me?
He-Yes, but I'll be hanged if l ever
said I'd go through bankruptcy! -
YonkerS Statesman.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
Reassurinu Him.

Cholly - Doctoh, have l any symp-
toms of bwain flag?
The Doctor-Brain flag? Not at all.
my dear fellow; nothing but fag.-Chi-
cago Tribune.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
ALI For Him.

Your fiancee seems to have a will Of
her own"
Yes, and sometimes half regret
that I'm sole beneficiary. '-Philadel-
phia Press
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
Money Wa sted.

Young Fitznoodle with a yawn)-
Ya-as, WEAKLY, it costs me five thou
sand year just to live, don't y'know.
Farmer Hardpan-Don't We pay it!
'Tain't with it.-Judge.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
Vacation Allowances.

Going out Of town this summer"
NO. Can't stand the discomforts OF
the resorts. Always sure to meet some
creditor New York Times.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
He Knew.

Come, Willie" said mother at the
table, sit up like a man
why, mother" replied Willie. men
sit down for their food; it's only dogs
that sit up"-Denver News Times.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
A Dream Shattered.

That man is constantly staring at
me- exclaimed Miss Simperson.
BE careful not to embarrass him by
noticing it, replied Miss Cayenne. He
has a glass eye."-Washington Star.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
At the Shore,

What are the wild waves saying,
sister?'
"'Come in; the waters fine" -
Cleveland Leader.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
James Sandals,

Jane Is wearing sandals now. She
wants to be considered literary"
beginning at the wrong end, amt
she ?"-Cleveland Plain Dealer.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
One Comfort For Johnny.

"Yes," said Mrs, Lapslng Johnny
tries my patience sometimes. but
never spank him. | don't believe in
corpulent punishment."-C Trlb-
me
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20


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across the other taAk knee. jacEktite
in his right hand, shias,e in his left.
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out. puCgv fect lust touching the
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The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
Something Nor. Practical

How the speakers face shinesr
Inspiration"
Precipitation. NEW Orleans Times
Democrat.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20

A'-ilt '.li9 ''4f minute
There. there. Anaer," said Miss
Simkins soIjcitouSly. DO try and
calm Yourself.
I'll Try, Seleny." lie replied meclIy.
You see, num- explained the doe
tor, they always act that way when
they have hyStcria. They always
InihN you are li!H& 10 torture EN-.
il you u Aliiuil se' some cloth. mum.
una some mustard, we ID make some
pi'N.tIS. i'i see. Hi@e WAS hunt
M Lo' SoI.lel'Ii'I u"aer his chair His
Il" l.''NeI''''eI was s''ied III ms mouth.
ana mt was D'"e I'D 'nr lace, Wen
ueeu one PLASTER Ter ms chest. another
l"I MS patN ANA one Tor the sole OF
each loot.
10" IT, NOT Eolh l" put them fool
things on me-. ho"icd Abner, sitting
up ana El'FlIiI as II he was going
s'd'A Illau' Ten you am g"h. to
ieI We nuke an! Digger ldnt of me
tilah We nave Already
Mepoy we better 'hloroform him. "
suggested hISe. Aebol we'd better
strap MN 10 Il board.
us 10" "'u 10 nave To put these
t"''-N q" any ''uH' S'HIoGuNcd llr
Law ei'"eI uI' ~ WINE ne ana Blgc IL
IeI were a'nNldS the pldNJerS. Would
HoI Wonder nut they u dIshgurc him
I'r me.
ana ne am any To" good lookin
as ii Is. Eo"uheNS Knows, added Big"
S!H'P'lh' 'I'a.I!.
"o aI'ca' ana 'auh' me. @r'Wlcd
A'"'' III I"ul't'I voice rom the eli
NlI"m'''', "I ms "INaFrahGeo clothing
mere S'Iu ''c doctor hnaIiy. iaS-
leI'I"- 'i' i">l h1Hu ana rising 10 his
It'l' NOW we must keep him warm
lie ought /" nave couple or blankets
ana =. If'e OF I"''f oeiguI''S on top Of
nm.
>ereiH' observed Abner few
i''''i,''''S '"'''' i''I'uI OUT rom be
',',! d u'''.''II VI o'''i l"lHeN IKE a
'"'','' I,''h'"- rom u'''r' straw
''y' .IN' was very
'"" ''' '''' "'.'"' III " I'aIl cured
nam '"''I'" VII" mustard le"i
''."' "a" N'"""''h. lie TURN
JUS '"'' I"""Iu the wall ana
si"'i'h
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20

So Zabetta kept her VOW. sworn on
the cruciiX of the little dagger, that it
should drink the blood Of either Gaze
sar or Maria And it was probably
the first instance on record where the
fuliillment OF a Gemella's blood oath
resulted in marriage.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
An Enthusiss st.

Charles r. Barnes in New York sun.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1908-08-20
Through
The Fiery
"a
Z urnGCC.
By EDGAR WELTON COOLEY.
Copyright. 1905 by Edgar Welton
By EDGAR wELTON COOLEY
Copyright. 1905 by Edgar Welton

= = ~"~N~N~N-D
~ y one end ui the bench in frCut
IS of DiliuSnam's general store
\ y sat Ahaer Moon. vidoWer.
peaked lace nro-ruling i'm
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
New Issue OF Postage Stamps,

The new issue Of postage stamps
will be put on sale in postoffices
throughout the country on Novem
Der Is. Postmaster Hambleton
states he will not make a requisition
for the new stamps until the close
of the present quarter, and they
will not be placed on sale at the
Rising Sun Office until after the
first of next year. The denomina.
lions of the new issue are /, 2, 8,
4, 5, 6, s, 10, 10, 10, and so cents
and 81. The 90 and $5 stamps
will be discontinued, after the
present supply is exhausted.
On the one cent stamp is the
head of Benjamin Franklin in pro
file from Houdon's bust. All the
other denominations bear the head
of George Washington in profile
from Houdon's bust. The border
designs of all the denominations are
identical, the head being an ellipse
on end with laurel leaves on either
side. Above the head are the
words ~. s. Postage;" below ii
the denomination. The size of the
stamps is the same as that of the
stamps now on sale.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
Mrs. Samuel j. Morrison.

Mrs. =. Janet Morrison, wife of
Samuel J. Morrison, died Tuesday
morning at the home of her son, in
Philadelphia, after a short illness
from heart trouble, in the both
year of her age. Mrs. Morrison
had been spending a few days at
the home of her son, when seized
with an attack of the heart, from
which she had suffered on former
occasions, and her condition soon
became alarming, her husband
being called to her bedside on
Saturday. Death ensued on Tues
day. The deceased was native OF
Hartford county. Her husband,
one son and three daughters sur
vive. Funeral services will be held
in james M. e. Church, Rising
Sun, on Friday, Nov. ID, at 11:3O
a. N. Interment at Brookview
cemetery.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
Only the Best For The
Readers of THE
Sunday praae >,

Only the best Is good enough for the readers OF
THE PHILADELPHIA SUNDAY PRESS" for
they have obtained and will print the best serial
tory Of the day. THE Ring and the Man." is the
title and was written by the great American
q thor Cyrus Townsend Brady. 1t Is an American
story of American life and the great metropolis is
the scene OF most Of this dramatic action. The
cause of popular governments fought out right
here and the contest transcends in importance
any political battle that has ever been waged.
George Gormly, the hero of .'rhe Ring and the
Man. is the highest type OF American manhood
His battle with the forces OF civic corruption in
10 American metropolis will interest every Amer
lean citizen and reader OF strong fiction. The
opening chapters begins Sunday November o. in
THE PHILADELPHIA PRESS" BE sore you
get the opening chapters.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
q. E. D. CHANCES.

Beginning December 1, q. s.
mail box will be placed at Zion
and at Calvert. Carriers from
North East, Rising Sun and Not
tingham, Pa, come to these points
and will carry keys. The boxes at
Calvert and Zion are intended only
for first class matter mailed al
North East, Rising Sun or Noting.
ham, or picked up on carriers
routes. and are not for matter bear.
ing the cancelling stamp of another
Office.
A change from Zion cross roads
to Zion school house, in Route 1,
North East, will be made.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
WEST NOTTINGHAM.

Miss Mary Christie and Miss Eva Brown repre-
Meloney the Junior League OF Mt. Pleasant M. E
church 1.-The recent Convention of the District
Epworlh League in Wilmington.
The masquerade party held at the home of Mr.,
Jacob Dunlap was very enjoyable social event.
About forty guests were present, most of them
masked and in costume Halloween games were
participated in after which refreshments were
served consisting Of pumpkin pie, chestnuts and
apples
| A very enjoyable Halloween party was held
| by the young people OF West Nottingham at the
old Couson saw mill. The evening was spent
| with various social games, after which the CON-
pany adjourned to the home of Mr.. Wallace
Steele for Refreshments.
The Oxford High School foot ball team defeat
ed our boys on the home grounds the End inst,
by II TOT. The West Nottingham boys are all
young and inexperienced in the game, but are
showing rapid Improvement.
Miss Sue Ewing. Of Philadelphia, was recent
visitor with friends here.
Mrs. William Gillespie and daughter, of Ohio
have been visiting friends here for some time.
The remains of Adam Magraw, Jr., whose
death occurred recently nChicago. were brought
to West Nottingham, and, after short service at
the old Magraw homestead, were laid at rest in
the family lot beside bis mother.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM T. Jenness were recent yis-
itors in Baltimore
The West Nottingham Academy foot bafl club
was defeated by the Elkton club on the latter's
grounds last Saturday, by score of "a too.
The Academy boys will try their skill with the
Havre de Grace team here tomorrow afternoon.
Mrs. Annie Tosh and daughter. Miss AIDA, are
visiting Rev. John Nesbitt and mother at Cations.
willie.
Mrs.J. ]. Hanna is visiting friends in Lincoln
Mr.. and Mrs. Wallace Steel entertained q com.
pany of friends one evening last week. Violin
| music by young lady teacher and other musical
selection were the feature of the evening.
Mrs. Harvey Barrett is visiting friends in Balti
more and Anne Arundel county.
Mrs. Giles and son, of Elkton. were over Sunday
visitors with Cecil Kirk and family.
Work has been commenced on the steam heat.
| ing plant to be Installed in West Nottingham
church, VIM. Eesbitt having in charge the ex
cavatng and masonry work for the cellar.
Alter the excitement of the election had died
down, Stacy Glauser, of Chester. sweptinto Color
last aturday in his auto and after loading 1t with
jubiant republicans pulled up in front Of one OF
our democratic merchants store and gave him a
vocal serenade. In case w. ]. B. had been
elected the merchant had been promised the loan
of the auto to attend the Inauguration ceremonies
at Washington next March, but as the other Bill
was the winner the loan was declined.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
Mrs. Martha M. Wells.

Mrs. Martha M. Wells, widow Of
the late George W. Wells, died
Wednesday morning at her home
on. South street, in Elkton, Of the
ipfirmities of age, being in her SIND
year. She was before her marriage
Miss McCauley, a sister of the
late Judge James McCauley. One
son and two daughters survive.
Also one sister, Mrs. Lydia Terrell,
widow of the late Joseph Terrell,
who is in her 91st year. The
funeral will be held Saturday after
noon at three o'clock, with inter
ment at the Elkton cemetery.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
Churches Robbed,

A few nights ago thieves broke
into the Presbyterian Chapel at
Mehdenhail, Pa, and stole the
large pulpit Bible, a,fine table lamp
and other things. The same night
the Brick Church near Centreville,
was entered and some things
carried off. 1t is thought the
thieves 10 both cases we're looking
for the silver communion service
but these are not kept at the
church.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
Elizabeth Smith.

Mrs. Elizabeth Smith, widow Of
the late Elton Smith, died at her
home in Rising Sun on Nov. IL, in
her 9th year. She is survived by
three grown daughters. Her fu
neral will be held Sunday, services
at her late home at 1870 p. M; 10
interment at West Nottingham
Friends burying ground.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
Death Due To Injuries.

The death of Miss Annie McDon
aid occurred last week at her home
in Avondale, Pa, as the result Of
injuries sustained in the railroad
wreck at Chadds Ford, Nov. IA,
1904. The deceased was the daugh
ter of Mr.. aud Mrs. Patrick Nc
Donald, and was % years of age.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13

Articles incorporating the Base
Ter, Lawrence & Heineker Com
pany of Havre de Grace, have been
fled for record. The object of the
Incorporation is to manufacture
and sell electrical supplies, devices,
etc. The concern is capitalized at
$25, 900.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-11-13
DEATHS.
Stephen Kline.

Stephen Kline died at his home
in Elkton Friday morning, 9th inst,
Of tuberculosis, aged about so
years. A widow and several child
rem survive. The funeral was held
Sunday, with interment at North
East cemetery.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1908-12-10
ITEMS OF THE VALLEY

Circuit court met at Pikeville Dec. g..
South Pittsburg merchants are get,
ting down to a cash basis.
Mrs Lee More died at Chapel Hill,
Sequatchie county, Nov. 81.
Kens Crawford and Mrs. Ida Mas
on were married at Deptford, Nov. 30
Pat Pillingsley and Miss Abbie Law
son were married near Cold Springs,
Bledsoe county, Nov. 30
An old resident remarks that hard
times are surely coming there are sc
many weddings occurring
L. J. Burk, of Ketchall, raised {
hog in eighteen months that weighed
about 500 lbs. when placed on tht
market.
The South Pittsburg Electric Ligh
Company is improving its service, in
stalling two 110-light transformers las
week. E. J. Barber is manager
Miss Belle Minton, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. T. J. Minton, Dunlap, wa
married Thanksgiving Day to Law
renee Narramore.
10y Rutledge and Miss Fannie Pric
were married about six weeks ag
near Let, Bledsoe county, but manag
ed to keep it secret until last week
Mrs. Mathew Ewton died at Dunla
Thursday, Nov. 26. Interment wa
made at Union burying ground Satur
day following. Mrs. Ewton had bee
confined to her bed ten years wit
rheumatism
Sequachee Lodge No. AZ, X. Of P
elected officers last week as follows
Hugh Braden, C. c.; J. W. Kirkpat
rick, V. G; Vim. Braig, NJ of A.
J. Roberts, |. G.; r. NJ. Wiseman,
G.; W. NJ. Cameron, X. of R. & S. j
M. Humble, NJ. of E.
Prof. Geo. w. Hixson, of Sequat
chic county, and four children left tina
county last week, presumably for Me-
Mexico and Arizona, deserting hi
wife and two other children Famil
troubles are alleged to be the cause {
abandonment, His oldest son is in th
army.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1908-12-10
UNION GROVE.

Sbeoalio the Ne7os
There was no preaching at Caroline
Chapel Sunday
Cupid has been busy with the little
folk here.
Sherman Ross and Miss Ethel Vim
SAINT, who is not yet thirteen years old,
were married last Friday We wish
them long and happy life. May all
OF their troubles be light
The entertainment at Victoria was
attended by Several people from here.
Little Roy Billingsley is reported
very sick with whooring cough. T.
Fl. Motley went to Jasper Monday.
Martin Floyd didn't make his regu-
lar trip Sunday. I suppose the rain
prevented it.
We are very sorry the Sunday school
has stopped.
Melvin Moore still smiles behind Mr..
Ketner's counter Saturdays
Sam Motley is building a house fol-
Mr.. King at Inman. Darling.
Sequachee Valley news. (Sequachee [Sequatchie], Tenn.) 1896-1952, 1908-12-10
Kelleys Ferry,
SbecsaiIo tie Ne70S.

SpecailO tie Nr7oS.
Misses Anna White and Winnie Nc
Nabb were visiting Misses Ethel and
Pearl McNabb in Valdeau, Tenn.
from Friday until Tuesday.
James Newsom attended Odd Eel
lows Lodge at Whiteside Saturday.
Our school closed here Friday Miss
Smith was proficient teacher
Miss Ruth Willis is visiting her sis
ter, Miss Wynetka. Willis, who is teach
ng school at Cummings s Chapel
Mrs. Fora Newsom spent Sunday
with her mother in law, Mrs. Julia
Newsom.
Wake up, "Maytiower" of White
side, and let us hear from you. like
to read your pieces since l found out
who you are. | guess you know me.
Tom Sexton and sister and two cous,
ins, Bertha and Kate Doyle, and Lula
Anderson and cousin, Miss Lizzie
Newsom, and little sister, Ruby, Wis
tied Miss Smith, school Tuesday.
Miss Hattie Harwood and sister,
Myrtle, visited Miss Ida White Satur
day.
Miss Hattie Harwood gave singing
Thursday night.
Mrs. Julia Newsom went to tow
Monday.
Misses Minnie Hartman and Rutl
Willis called at the Ferry Saturday.
A strange man was killed Thursda,
at Lookout, small station near Chat
tanooga, by train which crushed hi
head and broke his neck.
The steamer, "John A. Patten mad
its usual round trip to Chattanooga
Sunday.
Mr.. Allison made call to see hi
best girl Sunday. Rain don't bothe
him.
Isaiah Newsom went to town Satur
day.
There was graveyard cleaning Sat
urday at McNabb's graveyard
Mrs. Belle McNabb called on Mrs
Julia Newsom Monday.
Misses Mollie Hartman, Ruth AM
Wynetka Willis attended the singing a
Miss Hattie Harwood's ThursJla,
night Kelly's Ferry Girl.