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Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Mr.. Lee Not a Candidate.

State Senator Blair Lee says he is not
candidate for the position of President
of the Senate. and despite the mention OF
his name in connection with the office and
the urging of his friends. who desire him
to 60 into the fight for it, he has concluded
not to try for it.
Il am not a candidate" he said. land
have not been. The statements so far
made by those gentlemen who are candi-
dates for the Office have been interesting
and will doubtless assist the men of both
houses in making their selection of their
respective presiding officers,
II do not doubt that the pledges of the
party will be carried out. ! must at this
time, however, decline to discuss in detail
how they will be fulfilled. because have
seen no bills as yet which embody the
ideas expressed by the platform and have
not. myself, reached definite conclusions
as to how in my judgment, the details OF
the promises should be worked out
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

At meeting of the Evansville Club at
Beallmont. the home of Mr.. Samuel W.
Beall. near Beltsville last Saturday even
ing. Prof. C. P. Close, State horticulturist
and secretary of the State Horticultural
Society, gave an account of the success
of Maryland at the National Horticultural
Congress at Council Bluffs, Iowa.
In the general exhibit of nuts. Professor
Close was awarded handsome silver low
ing cup valued at SIS. He also secured
silver cup for the best collection Of Eng
lish walnuts. For the best collection of
filberts he was awarded gold medal. For
the best exhibit of shag-bark hickory nuts
he received gold medal. and for the best
collection of Japanese chestnuts he also
received gold medal. A diploma was
awarded him for the best exhibit of but
ternuts. For the best collection of sweet
potatoes he was awarded gold medal.
and ne also received two third premiums
for sweet potatoes. A gold medal was
awarded Prof Close for the best collection
of caulifiower. This was grown by H.
Werber & Sons. of Oakland.
Maryland also got second prize on State
special. an agricultural implement. worth
SIS. Maryland exhibited 48 varieties of
apples. Prof. Close entered 81 of the 48
varieties in competition with 10 other
States. and captured % premiums.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Active at Age of 1O4.

Mrs. Susan Askey celebrated her lO4th
birthday Thanksgiving Day at the home
of her daughter, 1889 East North Avenue,
Baltimore. Although her health is very
good, she has been partially blind for the
past twenty years. Her hearing also is
affected. But notwithstanding these af-
fiictions she is an unusually active woman
for her age.
She was born in Montgomery county
the daughter of Joseph and Julia Sher-
born -and went to Baltimore when S years
old. Regarding notable events in Balti-
more Mrs. Askey can boast Of having seen
Gen. Lafayette in 1924, when he visited
Baltimore Her marriage took place in
1928, her husband being Joseph Askey,
who died 81 years ago. Mrs. Askey had
eleven children. only one of whom is liv-
ing-Mrs. Hunt, with whom she resides
Al grandchildren. 80 great-grandchildren
and great-ereat-gra grandchildren
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Religious Notices.

Services at Ascension Church. Gathers
burg, every Sunday at 3 P. M.
Rev. A. w. Shaw will preach next Sun
day at the Presbyterian Church at II A. M
Services at the Poolesville Baptist Church
Sunday at II A. NJ
Rev. E. L. Hardcastle will preach Sun
day at Edwards Ferry at $3.50 P. M.
Rev. w. D. Keene will preach in Rock.
vile M. E. Church South next Sunday
morning and evening. All invited.
Rev. VIM. L. Smith will preach at Pc.
tomac M. E. Church South next Sunday al
II A. M. and Travilah at 8 P. M.
Germantown Baptist Church, Rev. F. B
Cowell pastor-Worship with sermon by
the pastor at II A. M followed by com
munion
Upper Seneca Baptist Church. at Cedar
Grove. Rev. Frank B. Cowell pastor-Wor
ship with sermon at 3 p. M. meeting fo
young people at 7:3O P. M.
Services at the Christian Church. Rock
vile. next Sunday morning and evening
Sunday School at 10 A. M. You are cor.
daily invited to worship with u.s.
Rev. Jos. F. Cropp. will preach in the
Rockville Baptist Church next Sunday al
II A. M. and 1870 P. M. Rev. Edward
Stanley. of Tennessee, will preach on Sun
day. December 18th. morning and night
and in the afternoon at Derwood
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Circuit Court.

The following cases have been disposed
of since our last ISSUE
Oliver H. Harriss, murder, 10 years in the
penitentiary. Same, assault with intent
to murder, years, to begin after the ex-
piration of the former sentence, making rs
years.
Adeline Martin. assault fined $40.
Elgar Hill, alias Rags Hill. larceny. 10
months in the House of Correction.
Mary V. Fawcett Administrative, &c, of
Laura j. Offutt VS.. Lee 0ffutt, administra-
tor of Luther M. Offutt deceased judg-
ment for defendant.
Mary v. Fawcett, administrative of Cath
crime V. Offutt. vs.. Lee 0ffutt, administra-
tor of l.. M. Offutt; judgment for defendant
for costs.
Clarence G. Thomas VS.. William Adair
Brooke, judgment for plaintiff for $245.61.
Eisinger Brothers VS.. the Laurel Build
ing Association, removed from Prince
Georges county; judgment by agreement
for plaintiff for $400.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Horse Show and Carnival.

With the speeding course on Washing
tons new speedway in almost perfect con-
dition for the forthcoming carnival of the
Washington Road Drivers and Riders AS
ISOLATION on December 18th. efforts are now
being directed to making the large stretch
of ground that will be used for the horse
show ring what it should be on the day of
the horsemen's great festival.
Supt. Benz. F. McCaully. who has from the
beginning been tireless in his efforts to get
the speedway in condition. is supervising
force of laborers, getting everything in
perfect shape. By the end of this week it
is expected the judges stand for the horse
show will be erected and ready for use.
The stand will be in the center of the horse
show ring. The stand for the judges in the
racing events will be located just above
18th and B streets northwest
A large force is at present burning away
the brush and clearing the ground for the
horse showing, When this work is finished
it will afford spectators along the entire
| speedway a view of the racers from the
start near the river front to the judges
stand. 1t will also permit those who 60 in
carriages and automobiles on the main
boulevard in Potomac Park to see the finish
of the races from their vehicles.
A souvenir program is being prepared,
which will be illustrated and contain not
only list Of the events and the entries,
but tributes to the horse. by President P. v.
DeGraw, a history of the speedway and
other features of interest
1t is understood that a number of Mont
eomery county horse owners will partici-
pate in this interesting carnival and ex-
hibition.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Notice to Taxpayers

The Treasurer or his assistant will be at
the following places to receive taxes as
required by Section II, Chapter III. Acts
of 1906: =,
Observation-Disclosures & Bells store, i
A. M to 3 p. M, Thursday, November IL,
and Thursday, December 10, l9O9
Clarksbura-BuxtOn g. Hilton's store, y
A. M. TO 4 P. M, Saturday, December ~.
PoolesyilIe-The POOlesville National Bank
will receive taxes every day during bank
IND hours from persons presenting the
proper bills.
ColesyilIe-T. X. Cissels store, II A. M.
to 3P. NJ, Saturday, November 20.
Darnestown-R b. Beall's store, II A. M.
TO 3P. M, Friday, November 10.
Bethesda-A. Wilson g. Bro. 8 store, 2:3O
to g p. M, Saturday. December II.
Sandy Spring-The First National Bank
of Sandy Spring will receive taxes every
day during banking hours from persons
presenting proper bills
Gajthersburg-First National Bank, 9.3O
A. M. to 1870 P. NJ. Friday. December ~,
Potomac-J G. Stones store, II A. M.
to 3 p. M, Thursday, December e.
Barnesville-F. f. Pyles' store. 1850 A.
M. to 2 P. M, and Woods store, Barnes
vile Station, 2:30 TO 5 p. M, Thursday,
December .. am
Damascus-F. f. Bealls store, ] 70 3:3o
p. NJ, Saturday. December a, and Ihurs-
day. December 80. -,
Kensineton-The Kensington Bank will
receive taxes during banking hours from
persons presenting proper bills.
These will be the last visits for the col
lection Of taxes. and all bills not paid at
this time will have to be paid at the once
of the Treasurer in the Court House, at
Rockville. on or before January |, 1910, or
the same will be advertised as delinquent.
as required by law
Persons who have not received their
bills will please write at once for the same:
Taxes now bear interest at the rate Of
6 per cent per annum from September /,
ROBERT G. HILTON.
nov i2-td treasurer.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Sandy Spring Items.

Miss Mary E. Gilpin was hostess of the
Woman's Association Wednesday. Owing
to absences from home and stormy weather
there was small attendance of members
The guests were DR.. Evans, of New York
Mrs Nathaniel Hogg, Mrs. Vim. W. Moore,
Mrs. Charles G. Wilson, Mrs. Robert H.
Miller, Mrs. Gilpin Wilson, Mrs Frank Dow
ney and Miss Helen Wetherald The Janu-
airy session will be held at the home of
Mrs. Benjamin H. Miller.
Mr. Alban G. Thomas had large family
dinner party Thanksgiving Day, and the
Misses Dorothy and Gladys Brooke enter
tanned at cards in the evening for their
guests. Miss Cronmiller and Mr.. Mobley, of
Laurel.
Mr. Richard L. Bentley, of Baltimore, is
spending fortnight with his sister, Mrs.
Joseph 7. Moore.
Miss Lena Wilson and Miss Halle Id
dines. who are studying in Washington
this winter, have been at home for few
days.
Mrs. Ida P. Stabler accepted an invita-
ton to address the educational conference
of Virginia. held in Richmond last week,
upon the topic of school management
Miss Priscilla Page, of Chevy Chase, is
with Miss Farquhar.
Mrs. E. c. Davis is in Richmond, Mrs.
Edward N. Bentley in Philadelphia and
Mrs. Robert NJ Stabler in Washington.
Miss Clara A. Moore, who has been in
Sandy Spring for several months, has re-
turned to her home in Alexandria.
Miss Anna G. Hogg. granddaughter of
Mrs. Edward C. Gilpin. arrived recently in
China on her way around the world with
party of friends. She expects to be alb
sent more than year.
The Enterprise Club met Friday at Glen
dare, the home of Mr. Malcolm Farquhar
with Mr.. Asa M. Stabler presiding and Mr..
X. Rowland Moore secretary. The guests
were Messrs Roger B. Farquhar, Vim. W.
Moore, John Thomas, Frederic Stabler.
Frank M. Hallowell Roger B. Farquhar, Jr.
Samual A. Young and Carl M. FarQuhar
Mr.. Asa M. Stabler referred to the proposed
effort by Prince Georges county men to
improve that portion of the Laurel road
known for generations unfavorably as
SANDY bottom" Mr.. Staber was appoint
ed committee of one to endeavor to in
terest the Commissioners of Montgomery
county and urge their cooperation in the
movement. The club adjourned to meet
at the home of Mr.. Clearance L. Gilpin in
four weeks.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Canal Will Close Early.

Navigation on the Chesapeake and Ohio
Canal will close sooner than usual this
season. 1t is expected that the water
will be drawn off this week.
Extensive repairs are to be made to the
canal at various points, and among the
work laid out is the rip-rapping of the tow
path bank on the five-mile level. between
WilliamspOrt and Shepherdstown. and the
completion of the rip-rappine on the one
mile level.
A force of workmen is now getting out
the necessary stone. A temporary railroad
track will be laid in the bed of the canal
and a dinky engine put in service.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
In MemOrian1.
MRs. MARGARET OWEN DORSEY.

Margaret Owen Dorsey, who passed to
life eternal on October Both, 1909, was
the daughter of Edward w. Owen, for
many years Chief Judge of the Orphans
Court of Montgomery county. and Eliza
beth Cla9ett Owen. both deceased. She
was married to Col. G. W. Dorsey on No
vember 26th, 1856, who survives her.
Many are the friends who mourn her
loss. She was a woman of wonderful
courage and patience in the suffering
which she bore, of staunch fidelity to her
friends, of perfect transparency Of charac-
ter, of high and noble ideals. She was
splendid in her generosity, interesting and
charming in her intellect. devoted to her
home, hostess of rare gifts. valued and
lifelong member Of the Episcopal Church
having perfect confidence in the reality OF
the things Of the life to come.
The burial service was said on Novem.
Der End, 1909, by the rector. the Rev
Charles d. Lafferty. lnterment was in the
family lot, near her late home.
A FRIEND.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Xmas Toys, Etc, at Reisinqer's

Court being over, we are displaying a
full line of toys, etc, in one of our dining
rooms. AS you know our line has been
growing better and cheaper every year,
consequently our line is better, more COM
plete and cheaper than ever.
Come in and look around before going
to the city, perhaps we can fill all your
wants. You will do us favor if you will
make note of our prices and compare
them with city prices. 1t will at least be
a pointer for you the next time.
Close Christmas at 10 A. M.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
More DanyiIle Proof.

Jacob Schrall. 432 South ST., Danyi!le,
ILL.,. writes For over eighteen months
was sufferer from Kidney and bladder
trouble. During the whole time was treated
by several doctors and tried several differ
ent kidney pills Seven weeks ago com
menced taking FOley's Kidney Pills, and
am feeling better every day and will be
glad to tell anyone interested just what
Foley's Kidney Pills did for me-" Sold by
all drue6ists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

Your horses have worked hard this past
Summer. Their blood is filed with worn
out Cells and waste material. Build them
up perfect their digestion and purify their
blood by the regular use Of Fairfield's Blood
Tonic and Regulator for Horses only: Sold
under a written guarantee by W. W. Welsh
Rockville
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

Foley's Honey and Tar is the safest
cough remedy for children. At the first
symptoms of a cold. give as directed, and
ward off danger of Group, bronchitis. sore
throat. cold In the head, and stuffy breath
ing. 1t brings comfort and ease to the
little ones. Contains no opiates or other
harmful drugs. Keep always on hand, and
refuse substitutes Sold by all druggists
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Tuberculosis Cured.

A young German with tuberculosis, who
was Obliged to earn her own living as a
dressmaker, conscientously following medi-
cal advice, for two years worked in room
with all four windows wide open. These
windows were never shut. night or day,
even in the severest winter weather
Plenty of warm clothing and an occa-
sional trip to warm room sufficed She
never lost day of work, and now she is
well.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

The above is the name of German
chemical, which is one of the many valu-
able ingredients of Foley's Kidney Remedy.
MISUNDERSTANDING is recognized by
medical text books and authorities as a
uric acid solvent and anti-septic for the
urine. Take F0ley's Kidney Remedy as
soon as you notice any Irregularities and
avoid serious malady. Sold by all drug
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Come, you're the Doctor.
Which shall II be,
Costiveness, constipation, or
HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tear
G. W. Etchison, Gaithersburg,

Cows coming off pasture will fail in milk
production unless they are fed Fairfield s
Milk Producer regularly. 1t supplies them
with the elements that they have been get
ting from the juicy grasses all Summer,
and puts them in trim for Fall and Winter
milk production. Sold under a written
guarantee by W. W. Welsh, Rockville.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Business In the Orphans Court.

The following business was transacted
in the Orphans Court:
The last will and testament of Richard
C. Drum, deceased. was admitted to pro-
bate and record.
The last will and testament of Priscilla J..
Poole, deceased, was admitted to probate
and record and letters testamentary were
granted to Leonard H. Poole.
Arthur W. Stonestreet, administrator of
Anna T. Stonestreet. deceased. passed his
final account and made distributions.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

If the Egg Sac Of the Hen is not supplied
with pure, rich blood, the Embryotic eggs
il contains cannot develop properly. Fair
fields Blood Tonic and Egg Producer puri-
fies the blood and furnishes it with the
materials from which eggs are made. Sold
under a written guarantee by W. W. Welsh.
Rockville
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

The Egg Factory on your farm will work
full time If you feed your hens Fairfields
Egg Producer regularly. 1t provides them
with egg making materials and makes egg
production regular and exceedingly profit
able. Costs but a trifle. (Ask for Fair
fields Free Book Sold under written
Guarantee by W W. Welsh. Rockville.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

You have been experimenting with the
oldfashioned 'Cure-all' Condition powder
long enough. It's time you were using the
Modern, Sensible and Scientific kind, the
Fairfield Blood Tonics. A separate. and
different, Conditioner for each kind Of ami
NAL. (Ask for Fairfeld's Free Book Sold
under a written guarantee by W. W. Welsh.
Rockville,
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
ROCKVILLE INSTITUTE,
English, Classical and Mathematics al

Home and Day-Sch0ol for Girls.
Miss Luay S. Simpson, ! Associate
Cooke d. Luckett Gu. of Va.), Principals.
25th Session will open on Monday. Sept. 9Th.
Thorough instruction in full English
Course. Latin. Greek French. German,
Music and Art.
Boarding pupils have their home with
Miss Simpson. Terms given. upon appli-
cation.
July i6-tf
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

Mrs. s. Joyce. Claremont. N. H.. writes
about a year ago bought two bottles Of
Foleys Kidney Remedy. 1t cured me of a
severe case of kidney trouble Of several
years standing, It certainly is a grand,
good medj cine, and heartily recommend
it," Sold by all drug9ists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

Hog Cholera, Catarh and all diseases OF
Swine are prevented by the regular use OF
Fairfield's Blood Tonic for Hogs Only. II
fills the Arteries with pure blood. increases
the functional activity of every organ and
keeps the bowels in perfect order. Sold
under written guarantee by W. W. Welsh.
Rockville.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

Cook Blys he did it. Peafy says he did
it, but gle chances are neither one did II
unless the took HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain
Tea. 1t is the most searching and finding
remedy--there Is no doubt after taking
as sure as you take il you get results Do
1t tonight. G. w. Etchison, Gaithersburg.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

After exposure. and when you feel a
cold coming on. take Foley's Honey and
Tar, the great throat and lung remedy. 1t
stops the cough relieves the congestion.
and expels the cold from your system Is
mildly laxative. Sold by all druggists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03

Sickening headaches. indigestion, con-
stipation, indicate unhealthy condition Of
the bowels HOLSTERS Rocky mountain
Tea makes the bowels work naturally and
restores your system to perfect health and
strength. Begin tonight. G. W. EtchisOn.
Caithersburp
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
This is Worth Remembering.

Whenever you have cough or cold. just
remember that Foley's Honey and Tar will
cure it. Remember the name. Foley 5
Honey and Tar, and refuse substitutes.
Sold by all druggists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
Red X Stamps at Reisinger's.

Don't forget to put them on your Xmas
presents and letters You'll not miss it if
you do, but the Maryland Red Cross So
ciety will if you don't.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
NOTICE TO TREsPAssERs

All persons are hereby forewarned not
10 hunt on my farm with either dog or gun.
The penalty Of the law will positively be
enforced against all violatOrs.
NATHAN COOKE,
nov slim Near Gaithersburg. Md
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
TOR SALE,

TOR SALE,
One new De Laval Sepa-
rator. only used two weeks. Capacity 800
GALLONS per hour, In perfect order. Cheap.
W. A. BROOKE,
nov 5-lnnr Rockville, Md.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
The Second Crime of Harriss.

PLEADS GUILTY OF THE ATTEMPT TO KILL HIS
AUNT FOR THE PURPOSE OF ROBBERY
When arraigned before the court on
Wednesday last on the charge of assault
with intent to kill his aunt. Mrs Gwynn
Harriss, just before the discovery of the
dead body Of Poole, Harriss pleaded guilty.
He was then sentenced by Judge Hender-
son to serve eighteen years in the peni-
Tertiary for the murder of John Henson
Poole and seven years additional for the
second crime, which he had just confessed.
the latter term to begin at the expiration
of the first one. He was apparently I'M
moved by the words of the judge. whose
comments in delivering the sentences were
in keeping with the enormity of the con-
vict's terrible crimes.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1909-12-03
xn. When he fell he dropped the ham.

down. When he fell he dropped the ham,
mer. and when he got up he started to-
ward a rife in the corner of the room.
got the rifle first, and as he grabbed the
hammer again and started toward me I
shot him. don't know where hit him,
but he dropped the hammer, threw up his
hands and staggered back several steps.
when he got his balance and started
toward the hammer grabbed it and hit
him on the head. He fell on the mattress,
and l then deliberately shot him twice
more"
Harriss then explained how he took his
dead friend by the feet and dragged his
body into the closet. where what was left
of it was discovered three weeks later
Il took what whiskey wanted" con-
tinued Harriss, reminiscently, land started
to go, but found the door locked. went
back for the keys and found the money in
Poole's pocket and took it. got a
bunch of keys from another pocket. but
found did not have to use key as the
door had a night latch on it."
On cross examination Harriss told how
he broke and reloaded the gun each time
he shot his PROSTATE victim after he had
crushed his skull. going into the other
room to get the bullets for the purpose.
Counsel for the prosecution failed to shake
his direct testimony in any material par
ticular.
On his way to the jail, after hearing the
verdict. the convicted man asked deputy
sheriff who had him in charge as to the
penalty for murder in the second degree.
When told it was not less than five nor
more than eighteen years in the peniten-
tiary, Harriss said. "Ge whizz r.