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Mexico Missouri message., 1908-12-24
AS TO THE CALENDARS.

The Jewish year Is solar-lunar, and
may consist of as few as 1853 days and
as many as 1856. New Years day usu-
ally falls in September. The Moham-
medan years usually consist OF 354
days. being purely lunar. and the leap
years, which occur in certain twelve.
months of q cycle OF 30 lunar years.
contain 356 days. The first day OF
Muharrem-New Years day-may in
course OF time make a whole revolu.
ton OF the seasons. An instance OF this
may be given. The first of Muharrem.
1906. fell on February 25. while the
Mohammedan New Year last year be-
gan on March Z. InAsmuch as II IL
purely lunar. the Mohammedan year
Is almost unique in the calendars OF
the world. While the Chinese year con
forms to the eastern idea. being found
ed upon lunar months. a month is add
ed TO every 80. TO make time conform
with the solar year. Consequently
the Chinese New Year may begin any
time between January 81 and Febru
AIRY 20.
Mexico Missouri message., 1908-12-24

GOLDEN TEXT.-"Keep thy heart with
all diligence; for out OF Il are the issuea
OF life."-Prov. t:23.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
WEST NOTTINGHAM.

Mrs Saml Polk has returned to her home after
spending some time with the sick at her former
home in York county.
Mr. W t. Fryer was a Baltimore visitor the
past week and is now nursing city cold.
Mr.. T. Jenness was a recent visitor in the
city ofWiImington.
Ex-sheriff Kirk called on bis old friend G. H
Thompson. on Monday.
=E. C. Gathers sale drew large crowds both days
and good prices were realized.
Perry Gibson moves on Wednesday to his re-
Gently purchased property, the Gather farm.
Cecii Kirk will move irom EIkton and occupy the
tenant house ON the farm, the 9th.
Gilbert Marshall viii move to W. T. Jenness
tenant house.
Miss Hannah Brown. Of Chestnut Hill Philada.l
Il visiting her sister, Mrs. Daniel Maher.
The Christian Endeavor Social will be held al
the home OF Mr.. Wallace Steel on Saturday eve
ming.
Harry Richardson. OF Wilmington, visited his
parents. Mr.. and Mrs. William Richardson, the
past week.
Mrs. Rose Taylor has returned to her home
after spending some time with Rising Sun friends
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
PENNINGTON.

Miss Emma Gibson. of Newark. N. j., is the
guest Of Mrs. Bessie Brickley.
Miss Lucy Brickley returned to Wilmington
on Tuesday--mhere she is learning the millinery
trade.
The roads although very muddy have been
much improved by the fine weather Of the past
few days.
Mr.. and Mrs R. G. Haragan. of Philadelphia,
visited Pennington friends last week.
Mr.. VIM. r. Cameron has been suffering with a
violent attack of grip which almost reached the
pneumonia stage. but Is improving, we are glad
to say, and will soon be out again.
Mrs. Rebeccs Gamble. one OF the Oldest residents
in this section, died suddenly of paralysis on
Sunday evening at the home Of her daughter. Mrs.
James 7. Wilson. with whom she had resided for
many years. Tine deceased was in her seth year
and had suffered light stroke two months ago;
She was in her usual good spirits on Sunday. but
was the victim OF a second attack in the evening
which caused her death. She is survived by
several children and numerous grandchildren and
great-grandchildren.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
School Commissioners.

The Board Of School Commissioners
met Tuesday in regular session. Present
Messrs. Blake aud Carey. Minutes read
and approved.
Bills aggregating $I7e.5o were passed
and ordered to be paid
The following claims for libraries, Miss
H. v. Miller, School No. 4. Ninth; Miss
L. N Mccoy, Cecilton High School; Miss
Belle v. Price, No. Z, First; Hugh w.
Caldwell. Chesapeake City, were held
owing 10 want of funds.
The Treasurer was directed to pay the
State Teachers Association the sum of ten
dollars, being the usual appropriation.
The following appointments were con.
firmed Misses Gertrude Smith, No. IL,
Third; Emily McElmoyle. assistant, No.
IL. Third; Blanche M. Reynolds, for this
year only, No. II, Fifth; Florence R.
Scott. for this year only. No. 10, Fifth.
The colored school at North East, on
recommendation of the teacher, aud the
colored school at Cedar Hill. on recon-
mendation of Trustee Samuel Stewart,
were closed for non-atteudance of pupils.
Mr.. Carey reported that the proposition
Of j. Frank Shippers to the Board in
October last regarding the North East
school lot had been withdrawn and the
matter has been dropped.
The Secretary was directed to notify
several assistants. where the attendance
has materially decreased. that they would
rot be needed after the close of this term.
This action is due to the great want OF
funds.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
Orphans Court.

The Orphans Court of Cecil County
met in regular session on Tuesday and
Wednesday of this week. Present Hon.
William H. Simcoe. Chief Judge; Hon.
Richard Merritt and Hon. Thomas S.
Miller, Associate Judges
Sundry claims against estates of de-
ceased persons were examined and passed.
Bonds Approved Bond of Bertha Bris-
coe and William E. Briscoe, executors OF
William A Briscoe; bond of Jesse H.
Shippers. executor of John w. Shippers;
bond of Robert Gardner, administrator OF
Susan Gardner; bond of Thomas r Davis,
administrator of John T. Davis; bond Of
Randolph Barton, Jr., administrator c. I.
a. of Gustav Hausmann.
Accounts Passed-First and final &C.
count of Clarence A. Kirk aud John HI.
Kirk. executors of Abraham w. Kirk.
and distribution struck on same; FIRST and
final account of Thomas H. Patten, exc
cutor ofMartha j. Patten, and distribu-
ton struck on same; first and final &C.
count of Harry H. Shippers, executor Of
Sarah Elder; fourteenth account of Nelson
E. Whitaker and Joseph couden, exc
cntors of George P. Whitaker; FIRST &C
count of Mollie F. Evans, guardian Of
Clara NJ Strickland.
Court adjourned to meet in regular ses.
sion on April H.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
Orphans Court.

The Orphans Court of Cecil
County in special session with full
bench present, made distribution
in the estate of Henry j. Loiland,
deceased, there being IA collateral
heirs present. The first and final
account of Edwin Haines, executor
of Mount 3. Kirk, was examined
and passed and distribution struck
on same. Among the special be.
quests were legacies to West Not.
tingham Church, West Nottingham
Academy and the town of Rising
Sun each $250O; Edwin Haines,
$4,000; Noryille g. Brown, $1,000;
Mrs. Clara /. Turner and Miss
Catharine P. Evans, each $500,
and James NJ. E. Church, 500.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13

Delegate Lawler has introduced
a bill providing for footbridge
over the Susquehanna river at
Havre de Grace, and one changing
the name of the Havre de Grace
and Perryville Bridge Company.
Delegate Yerkes has also intro
duced a bill providing for a foot
bridge across the SusquehaDna at
Perryville. The above bills, if
they become laws, will abolish free
transportation for residents of Har-
ford and Cecil over the Philadel.
phia, Baltimore and Washington
Railroad Company's bridge across
the Susquehanna river and the old
bridge required to be removed by
an act of 1906 will remain. If the
bills do not become laws the time
for the removal of the bridge is
extended for one year.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
LAKEWOOD.

Mrs. Jacob Kirk and sister. Mrs. Louisa Reyn.
olds, who have both been seriously i'll with the
grippe for the past three weeks. are much i'm.
proved.
Mrs. Charles E. Kirk and children are grippe
sufferers Mr. Kirk is also confined to his home
by illness.
William Hill and two little daughters are re-
covering from the grippe.
No Improvement is reported in the case Of John
Rawlings. who has been afflicted for months with
paralysis
Harlan Hess is q grippe victim
John Taylor isimproving his fine apple orchard
by trimming. Jamison Faux Is also giving bis
apple trees thorough trimming
Harry Regain will move from lakewood TO the
Thomas Grub property. at Grubb's Corner.
Luther Regain has moved from the house Of
Mrs Joseph Mullen TO Pleasant Grove.
Joel King will remove to Pleasant Grove from
near Texas
Our present mail route is a great convenience
to all our citizens.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
At Governor Crothers' direction

At Governor Crothers' direction
Attorney General Straus has pre-
pared a bill providing for general
revalnation and reassessment of real
and personal property throughout
the State. The last act on the
subject by the General Assembly
of 1906 provided that the listing
should be made in 1908 and every
six years thereafter. There has
been no reassessment since 1896.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13

In loving remel rance Of Howard Lee Mccar
III. who departed this life March l2, 1906.
over the river the boatman pale
Carried him over Tour household pet)
His dark curls waved In the gentle gale;
The darling boy can see him yet
On his bosom he folded his dimpled hands,
And iearlessy entered the phantom bark.
We watched it 81 lie from the silver sands.
While all our sunshine grew STRANGELY dark
We know he is safe on the other side.
Where all the ransomed. and the angels he,
Just over the river. the mystic river,
Howard know you are waiting for me.
Hrs MOTHER.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13

The liquor interests proved their
strength by dominating the Mary
land Legislature, in the vote on
the local option bill Wednesday,
resulting in the defeat of the
measure by vote of 43 to Sc. The
Cecil comfy delegation, McCauley,
Squier and Yefkes, voted in favor
of the measure.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13

The Corrupt Practices act passed
the Senate Tuesday without a dis.
senting vote, and its speedy passage
in the House is assured by the
action of the Democratic caucus
several weeks ago. The bill will
be passed without any further
amendments.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
In MemorIam.

In memory of Addie J. Rink who departed this
life March II. 1904:
II was Gods will that she was taken
From this wicked world below
To that one where all Is brightness
And their robes are white as snow.
H.R.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13

"A showing the newest Spring Merchandise and
at prices that cannot help but be interesting
to you.
Come and see the splendid values we offer
ing in the line of Dress Goods, Waistings Linens,
Lawns Percaes, Ginghamsal the latest Novelties at
popular prices
carefully selected line Of Notions and Hosiery.
Be among the first to secure lingerie Shirt Waist;
latest designs and neatest finish.
Our Shoe Department is rapidly filing up with the
best styles and qualities to be found in the line OF foot
The Wakover Shoe for stands without
peer in inc shoe line, and the Qneen Quality for ladies
it is conceded has but few equals While for
mediate grades have them from the best factories in
the country and their wearing qualities attesed by
many patrons in this line.
To many friends who will soon be considering
the Spring decoration in their home extend special
invitation to visit aud inspect the line
Of Wall Paper Carpets, Mattings Oilclohs and Limo
leum New designs and the patterns very neat.
We are still selling Cyphers Incubators Breeders
and chick food suppiers, and Schumacher calf meal.
Visit store when 10 need of anything in this
line. Make it your headquarters when in town.
Call us-both phones.
ALLEE & SHEPHERD.
Ns
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
Money To Loan.

Mooney TO LOAN ON PERSONAL PROP
g. POGuE, Rising Sun, Nd. OILS
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
To Loan

&IAAA ON FIRST MoRTG AGE.
10 VOO Apply at this office.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13

WWOUsF NEAR JEFFERSON SCHOOL A.
III HOUSE. ROBT. T. CAMERON, Es
j3l Rising Sun. R. F. d. 2. -
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
For Sale.

y = BUSHELS SEED POTATOES. Apply /,
&e1 s. J, REYNOLDS. Rising Sun.
The midland journal. (Rising Sun, Md.) 1885-1947, 1908-03-13
ALLEE & SHEPHERD.

BREATH Of Spring in these suggestions--in
fact in every part of our store we are row
n showing the newest Spring Merchandise and
at prices that cannot help but be interesting
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills

Kodol For Dyspepsia has
helped thousands of people who
have had stomach trouble. This
is what one man says of it: ''E.
G. Dewitt & Co., Chicago, Ill
Gentlemen-In 1897 [ had a dis
ease of the stomach and bowels.
[ could not digest anything |
ate and in the soring of 1902 [
bought d bottle of Kodol and
the benefit [ received from
that bottle all the gold in Geor-
gia could not buy. [ still use
a little occasionally as [ find it
a fine blood purifier and a good
tonic. May you live long and
prosper. Yours very truly, G.
N. Cornell, Roding, Ga, Aug.
81. 1906"
Sold by Winslow Drug Store,
A. E. Gillard, Prop.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11

ship with A. & B. Schuster in
their store at that Agency, tor
merly known as Schuster and
Platt. H. ]. Platt, the retiring
member will move to St. Johns
where he has cattle interests that
will occupy his attention. The
new firm at Wbiteriver will be
known as Schuster & Brown.
Mr.. Brown is an energetic
young man of sterling qualities
and will no doubt improve in
full measure all the opportunities
that may be had in a business
way in his new location.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11
HoIbrook Happenings
From The Argus.
THE WOOL SEASON
OPENS HERE.
Early Clips Arriving.

The Spring clips of wool are be-
ginning to arrive. Clreance Owens
clip of $50 bags is already here
awaiting shipment, while the
clip of Juan Candelaria of about
the same number of bags is
coming in. These lots will be
followed in rapid succession by
those of Thomas Bros, H. B..
Smith and E. D. Solomon, all of
whom are now shearing. Jack
Smith expects to shear within
the next ten days. RObt. Scott,
VIM. Morgan and a few others
who are on the higher ranges
will not shear until June. Up to
date there have been no buyers
on the ground here although Mr.
Vandewart, buyer for Brown &
Adams ofBoston and local buyers
from Albuquerque are expected
here shortly. Up to this time
there have been no offers made
on lots already here. 1t is stated
that the wool hereabouts is ex-
ceptionally clean and free from
sand this Spring. Holbrook is
known to be the heaviest wool
shipping point of Northern Ari-
zona, and, from present prospects
for the season, it will sustain it's
reputation in that respect this
year.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11
to $500, 100 per cent profit to
agents, exclusive territory.
Seneca Filter Co., Seneca, Mo.

To have perfect health we
must have perfect digestion,
and it is very important not to
permit of any delay the mo-
ment the stomach feels out of
order. Take something at once
that you know will promptly
and unfailingly assist digestion.
There is nothing better than
Kodol for dyspepsia, Indigestion
sour stomach, belching of gas
and nervous headache. Kodol
is a natural digestant, and will
digest what you eat.
Sold by Winslow Drug Store.
A E. Glllard, Prop.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11

F. w. Nelson, banker from ST..
Johns passed through here during
the forepart of the week enrOute
to WinslOw where he was called
on business. While here Mr..
Nelson stated that he expected
within a few weeks to commence
the work of extending the lines
of the Arizona Elec- Telephone
Company to include Taylor,
Shumway, Showlow and other
points south.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11

The kidneys are delicate and
sensitive organs and are very
likely at any time to get out of
order DeWitt's Kidney and
Bladder Pills are prompt and
thorough and will in very
short time strengthen the weak
end and allay troubles arising
from inflammation of the bladder.
Sold by Winslow Drug Store,
A. E. Gillard, Prop,
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11

The familiar figure of James F.
Mahoney was seen mingling with
friends here the latter part of the
week. Mr.. Mahoney still claims
Navajo County as his place of
residence and expects to vote
here this coming fall. He speaks
of Benson, where he holds the
position of Superintendent Of the
Territorial Industrial school, as
being a thriving little city with
a great future.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11
Frank Brown succeeds n.
J. Plat, the retiring mem
Der of the firm of SchuS-
ter &c PIatt at Whiteriver.

Frank Brown, lately in the en-
ploy OF the A. c. Nj. l. at ST.
Johns was here during the week
from that place. After a stay of
one day Mr.. Bro wn left for White
river where he assumes a partner
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11

A big cut or a little cut, small
scratches or bruises or big ones
are healed quickly by DeWitt's
Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve.
1t is especially good for piles.
Get DeWitt's.
Sold by Winslow Drug Store,
A. E. Gillard, Prop.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11
HANDY MOTH PAPER

moth destroyer and disinfectant,
Placed under carpets, or in the folds of
furs and clothing, it drives away moths
and worry. Twelve sheets in packet,
carriage prepaid, 10 cents; six packets.
80 cents, if druggists does not have it.
Madigan Powder Works, Selec-
tiOn S9S ClarksvilIe, Iowa.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11
w eak


Cause more trouble than any other organ OF
the body. The function of the kidneys is to
separate inorganic salt and water in the pro-
cess of circulation, and to remove them and
their attendant poisons from the body through
the bladder. Therefore when the kidneys
become diseased and weak they are naturally
unable to perform their work properly, and
pains in the back Inflammation of the bladder
and urinary disorders are the result It Is
imperative that prompt relief be afforded,
which is impossible unless you remove the
cause.
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills
promptly eliminate poisons from the system
and at the same time make the kidneys well
and strong.
For Weak Kidneys, Backache, in
Hannn1 alton Cf the bladder and all
urinary troubles De Wits Kidney
and Bladder Pills are unsurpassed
A Weeks Treatment for 25c.
Money back if they fall
Sold by Winslow Drug Store.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11
Amos in Mesa.

Dick Amos, who had the fight
with a Mexican at Cave Creek
Saturday and was obliged to
shoot the man was released on
bonds In the sum of 5000 yester-
day, Dan Mahoney and William
Amos becoming sureties. The
young man came to Mesa last
evening with his brother, and
will remain here until he RECEIVERS
from his wounds and the hearing
is completed. The case is set for
next Monday.
Garcia, the Mexican shot, is re-
covering. Mr.. Amos wounds
are not considered dangerous,
though the knife point pierced
his windpipe.-Mesa Free Press.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11

Mr.. and Mrs. ]. F. Woods have
been enjoying a weeks visit from
c. B. Harris and daughters of
Galena, S. D. Mr.. Harris is a bro
ther of Mrs. Woods. The party
has been on an extended plea
sure trip through California and
Arizona. Mr.. Harris and young
ladies left here Sunday morning
to visit the Grand Canyon after
which they will return here and
drive over to view the Petrifed
Forest before returning to their
home in South Dakota.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11

Hon. Robt. Scott and family
arrived here Friday from Mesa
and left here Sunday morning in
their conveyance for their Show
low ranch. Their little son, who
who had an attack of fever at
Mesa has recovered and the fani-
ly are all now quite well and
pleased at the prospect of spend
ing the coming spring and sum-
mer months at their ranch home
where Mr.. Scott expects to be
quite busy for sometime in gett-
ing things in readiness for the
coming lambin9 and shearing
season.
The Winslow mail., 1908-04-11


H. Newton Kierulff is the new
surgeon assigned for duty at Ft.
Apache. The doctor, wife and
infant arrived here during the
week from California and left on
the army ambulance Saturday
morning for the post. The doc
tor has just completed service
of two years at various points in
the Philippines. He states that
Manila, is now, considered from
a sanitary point, one ofthe clean
est cities in the world.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-01-05

the guests was Rev. Mr. Lyman Hanover,
who performed the marriage ceremony
Madame de Blanpre and Viscountess de
Martel are charming young matrons who
are IN great demand socially.
In addition to the ball, which the as
sistant secretary of the navy and Mrs.
Newberry gave to present their daughter,
Miss Carol Newberry, to their friends In
Detroit last week, the grandmother OF
| the debutaflte, Mrs. John S. Newberry.
| gave tea last Thursday afternoon for
her. The house was beautifully decorated
with southern smiaX and poinsettia.
while in the reception hall were large
| vases of American beauty roses. Pink
roses prevailed in the dining room. the
table, which was overlaid with lace,
showing centerpiece of pink roses and
stevia, with silver baskets of frosted
grapes upon the corners. Mrs. Newberry
wore silver MORE velour trimmed with
| point lace, and carried purple orchids.
Mrs. Truman H. Newberry was gowned
in white cluny and Russian point lace,
and carried American beauties.
| At the debut ball the ballroom was
transformed into veritable Italian sum.
mer garden. A classic garden at Friesole.
noted summer resort near Florence,
Italy, was perfectly reproduced, and was
most beautiful in its settings of marble.
tropical foliage, crimson blossoms and
the colonnades. The dining room, while
| having most decided contrast for its
plan Of decoration, was equally as bril-
liant as the ballroom. The walls were
covered with crimson cloth, and reaching
half way to the. ceiling was lattice work
of white. The ceiling was garlanded with
southern smilax. and the electric bulbs
were shaded in poinsettia. Grouped
around the large square center table were
the smaller tables. and all held brilliant
canterpieceS of ponsettia.
MIR. and Mrs. w. H. Slater and Miss
Slater sailed yesterday for their villa In
southern France. where they will spend
the winter. In the spring they expect to
go to Egypt, and they may not return to
Washington for year.
Mrs. P. V. DeGraw will be at home
Mondays in February.
Mr.. and Mrs. Perry Belmont came to
Washington yesterday to occupy their
house in Scott Circle. They will keep
their apartment in the Plaza, New York,
and will make frequent visits to New
York in the course Of the winter.
Mr. and Mrs. Guy Norman and their
daughter, Miss Hope Norman, were
guests during the holidays of Mrs. Nor
mans brother-in-law and sister, Mr.. and
Mrs. Bryce j. Allan. in Boston.
Senator and Mrs. Albert J. Beveridge
wer, the guests of Mrs. Beveridge's par
ents Mr.. and Mrs. Augustus N Eddy, |
in Chicago.
Last year Mrs. Potter Palmer's New
Year reception and musicale was a bril-.
liant affair. and it was expected she
would entertain similarly this year in her
homo city, but she left there Monday
for Mexico accompanied by he- son and
his wife Mr.. and Mrs. Honore Palmer
The announcc ment. therefore, that Mrs
Palmer would winter here seems to have
been unfounded. There were 400 guests
at Mrs. Palmers tea for Lieut.. and Mrs. |
U. S. Grant. The beverage was served