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Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Burnt Himself to Death.

The body of William II. Mckay. aged
GO years, was found last Monday, burned
to crisp, on the back porch of his home,
near Silver Spring, this county. The belief
is that the man committed suicide by
saturating his clothing with coal oil and
setting himself afre.
All of McKay's family were away from
home at the time of the occurrence. One
of his sons, boy 16 years old, was in a
nearby woods tracking rabbits when he
noticed smoke enveloping the house. He
hurried home and found the house on fire
and his father burned to death. Neigh
bOrs were quickly summoned, and by a
hard fight the fire was soon extineuished,
but not until considerable damage had
been done to the building and its con-
tents
1t was found that coal oil had been
spilled about the house. and an oil can.
usually kept on the back porch. was found in
an upstairs room. The accepted theory is
that the old man purposely threw oil about
the house, soaked his clothing with the
remaining contents % the can and set
himself afre.
Some three years ago Mckay murdered
his aged mother-in-law, his Marc sretha
Lang, in their home near Wheaton. The
murder was committed with a cleaver
while Mrs. Lang was in bed. the rest Of
the family being absent from home. hav-
ing been frightened away by the strange
and violent conduct of the old man. He
had been on a prolonged spree and was
crazed with drink at the time.
The murderer made no effort to escape.
and at first denied all knowledge of the
crime. While in jail here awaiting trial
he made two attempts to end his life, first
by plunging headlong down the jail stair
way and later by pounding his head
against an iron door
When arraigned for trial. Mckay was
permitted to plead guilty of manslaughter,
the authorities being satisfied that he was
mentally irresponsible at the time the
crime was committed. He served three
years in the penitentiary. having finished
his term about two months ago. Upon
returning home he is said to have been
living peaceably with his family up to the
time of his terrible death.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Bible Class Banquet.

One of the events of the holiday season
in Rockville was the second annual BAN
quet of the Bishop Wilson Bible Class,
which was served in the new Sunday
school house at the M. E. Church South on
Friday evening last.
Mr.. Robert E. Lee Smith, teacher of the
class, was toast-master. Mr.. Edgar Reid,
treasurer of the class, reported that the
regular class offerings during the year
amounted to about $50, and that its
members had collected over $500 for the
Sunday school house. Then followed the
regular toasts: Mr.. James Hoskinson spoke
on The Value of Bible Learning" Mr..
Hugh Thompson, on Sunday School as
Training School," Mr.. Barrett Prettyman,
on THE Young Mano of the Sunday School"
Mr.. Griffith Warfield, on The Local Value
of the Sunday School, and Mr. B. c.
Hughes presented comparison of the
new and old methods
Impromptu toasts were offered by Mr..
Winfield S. Magruder, Rev. W. D. Keene
and Dr. Forrest j. Prettyman.
All of the addresses were well received,
particularly that of Dr. Prettyman, the
Presiding Elder for the Washington Dis
trict, who was reared in Rockville and has
recently returned to reside temporarily at
his old home.
In speaking of the most potent influ-
ences in shaping his own life and deter
mining his own destiny next to the Bible
itself, he placed the life and teachings Of
his old Sunday school teacher. Mr., John E.
Wilson. of this vicinity.
Though DIR. Prettyman was known to
have filled some of the principal pulpits
in his church, to have been prominent in
both national and International religious
bodies, and to have served as Chaplain of
the United States Senate, he made no ref
erence to men he had thus met. There
was that in the modest, devoted, indus
trious, conservative and consecrated life
of Mr.. Wilson which has been more po-
tent in its influence on DR.. Prettyman
than any of the shining lights with whom
he has been associated The eloquent
tribute to Mr.. Wilson met a hearty re-
Spouse in the hearts of the banqueters,
who knew something of the sacrifices Mr..
Wilson has made for others in his long,
useful and transformations life.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Proposed New Race Track.

The following is from the Washington
Post Of Wednesday last
Plans were made yesterday by cotorie
of business men to build half-mile trot-
ting track and club house, which will be
partly within the District and partly with
in the State of Maryland. Options have
been given on the property, the exact To-
cation of which would not be divulged
last night 1t is claimed that the land is
admirably suited for the purpose, COM
prising tract of more than 200 acres
minutes ride of the heart of the city.
The plans are to construct half-mile
track that will be the equal of the track
Of the Gentlemen's Driving Park in Balti-
more, conceded to be one of the best in
the East. The soil, which has been care
fully examined. is of such nature, not
too hard and not too sandy, as win make
the going very fast, besides drying very
quickly after a rain.
The clubhouse, which is 10 h. built lt the
same time as the track, is to be &C. kee0np
gg''i.h 'N9.eeot Of the appointment Of the
place, containing a large w. 70.
which the races can be viewed, besides
club rooms. A first class restaurant is also
to be one of the features Of it. and it is
said that there will be many members who
will drive out there every afternoon, not
only for the ride. which will be through
one of the prettiest parts of the town. but
also to enjoy the excellent cuisine that is
to be provided
Present plans are to organize stock
company and fix the price of the stock so
low that it will be within the reach of all
who may desire to purchase it. 1t is also
said that the amount of stock any one in
dividual may own will be limited
Accommodations are to be provided for at
least 200 horses, and already one man has
partly agreed to rent twenty stalls by the
year. II is thought that there will be but
little trouble experienced in renting the
majority of the remaining stalls to local
hOrsemen. who at the present time are
quartering their animals wherever suitable
accommodations can be found
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Scores Dead.Letter Sale.

C. H. Roeder, of Silver Spring, this coun-
ty, has lodged with the office Of the Post
office Inspector Chief a complaint against
the manner in which the recent "dead-let-
ter" sale at Washington was conducted.
He is not satisfied with the reply the de-
partment made to his communications and
will take the matter up with the Maryland
Congressman.
The dead-letter sale was held just before
Christmas and netted the Government over
$l0500, an average of $l.35 for each
parcel
The chief cause for complaint alleged by
Mr.. Roeder is that the postoffice officials
designated in the catalogue as n medal
what he claims was nothing more than a
Canadian penny, with ring affixed. Pack
ages designated as box souvenir post
cards." he alleges, sold for less than 500.
while he could have given bonded offer
of at least $500 for the lot, which con-
tanned an aggregate of 10000 cards.
He further charges that many people
were restrained by the police from enter
ing the auction room where the sale was
held, while certain privileged ones, bearing
cards, were allowed to enter, although the
auction-room attendants declared there
was room for no more bidders.
Mr.. Roeder says he will bring the matter
to the attention of Congressman Pearre
and that he is prepared to produce wit
nesses to substantiate his claims.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

The Farmers Banking and Trust Com
pany has presented as New Year gift to
its depositors the neat sum of $3,654.24.
as interest on their deposits for the last six
months. making a total Of $7,36294 for
the current year. This is very substantial
part Of the gross earnings Of the company
but the practice Of the institution is to
share the profits Of the business with its
patrons, and its liberal policy deserves the
recognition Of the public The year has
been prosperous one. and the managers
Of the company are pleased to credit its
depositors with so large a share Of the earn
ings. 1t pays to deposit your money in the
Farmers Banking and Trust Company.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
FestiVity at Grlfton.

Miss Jessie Magruder, daughter Of Mr..
Robert P. Magruder, entertained number
Of her friends at very enjoyable holiday
dance at her home at Grifton on Thursday
evening Of last week Assisting the host
ess we're her sisters, Misses Rose and Mar
garet Magruder, and Miss Gertrude Benson.
Among those present we're Misses Matte
Benson, Alice Gartrell, Mary Gartrell. Irene
Gartrell Lucille Higgins and Flora Magru-
der, and Messrs. Abbot Beard, r. II. Ben
son, II. l.. Benson, X. L. Benson, X. s.
Chinn, Arthur Gartrell. Donald Gartrell,
Roland Gartrell, Edwin Higgins, Warfeld
Higgins. Kit Davis, Worthington Mackall,
Charles Mackall, Will Mackall. Allen Ma
eruder, Will Maeruder, ". B. Magruder,
Griffith Waters, Cliff. Waters, all Of this
county and Mr. Harry Worthington, Of
Baltimore.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Record of Marriage Licenses.

During the year just closed 434 licenses
to marry were issued by the Clerk of the
Circuit Court here. 1925 being to white and
1903 to colored couples. 1t broke the record
for the best previous Year by about 80.
Of the licenses issued 1852 were to Wash
ingtonians, 1852 to couples from this county,
SO to Virginians. IS to Baltimoreans and
SO to couples from various parts of the
country, Texas, Wisconsin, Georgia, Wash
ington, Kansas. Massachusetts, New York
and Pennsylvania being among the States
represented.
Rev. S. r. White. retired Baptist min
lister, tied the most knOts-l55 Rev W.
d. Keene, pastor of the M. f. Church South,
stood second, with so ceremonies to his
credit; Rev. Thomas j. Packard, rector of
Christ Episcopal Church, tied 81 knots
Rev. Philip B. Mcclure, pastor of st. Mary s
Catholic Church. was called upon 20 times,
and Rev. Charles o. Rosensteel, pastor of
st. Johns Catholic Church, Forest Glen, was
the officiating minister on a dozens Occa-
Sims
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Sandy Spring Items.

The Home Interest Club was entertained
by Mrs. Walter H. Brooke, sons and daugh-
tiers last week About thirty members and
guests partook of an oldfashioned Mary
land supper at P. NJ, after which came
the business meeting, presided over by
Mr.. Edward P, Thomas, with DR.. Francis
Thomas secretary Miss Mary f. Gilpin
will be the next hostess.
The annual meeting of Olney Grange
was held last week, when it entered upon
the thirty-sixth year of its existence. An
election of officers resulted in the choice
of R. Bentley Thomas as master Robert
H. Miller, overseer; Reuben Brigham, lee
turer; Miss Mary Magruder, chaplain; Mrs.
R. Bentley Thomas, ceres Mrs. Lucy Banes,
flora Mrs. F. J. Downey, pomona Miss
Elizabeth 7. Staber, treasurer; Miss Mary
E. Thomas, secretary; Thomas j. Lea,
steward Miss Marjorie Snowden, assistant
steward; Samuel P. Thomas. gatekeeper.
1t was resolved to invite Mr.. Mortimer
Whitehead, formerly master Of New Jer-
sey State Grange, to install the officers, in
January, with Mr.. Frank M. Hallowell to
assist him.
Earle Forsythe, of New Jersey, is the
guest of Mr.. George H. Wilson Mr.. Will
son returned from his hunting trip in Texas
Christmas Day in time for family party
at the home of his mother, Mrs. Thomas
j. Lea.
Mrs. Charles F. Kirk was hostess of'the
Wednesday Club at its last meeting Miss
Rebecca T. Miller was in the chair and
Miss Alice Brooke, secretary in the absence
of Miss Mary Moore Thomas, who is visit
ing her sister, Miss Edna V. Thomas, in
Philadelphia. The Misses Helen L. Thomas
and Isabel Stabler read sketches. the former
describing some Of the principal streets and
bridges of London, and the latter telling of
the plague. the great fire and the eunpow-
der plot.
The Neighbors met at Plainfield with
Mr.. and Mrs. X. Rowland Moore on Thurs
day. The subject of wood lots on farms
was discussed and articles upon forestry
were read. followed by questions'of a do
nestle nature. The next session will be
held at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. j. Jan
ney Shoemaker.
Miss Sarah E. Kirk gave a bridge party
Friday afternoon. and the Misses Miller OF
Alloway, invited number of their young
friends the same evening to dance the old
year out and the new one in.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Arrangements have been made for a

Arrangements have been made for a
public meeting in the Town Hall at Ken
sineton this friday evening in the inter-
est of public health. 1t will be held under
the joint auspices of the Montgomery oun-
ty Medical Society and the Social Service
League. Among those who will deliver
addresses are DR.. George M. Kober, of the
Georgetown University Medical School, and
DR.. Harvey W. Wiley, chief of the United
States Bureau of Chemistry, the former to
discuss tuberculosis and the latter pure
foods.
A pretty home wedding was celebrated
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs, Charles T.
Hawkins. near Etchison. by the marriage
of their daughter, Miss Cora May, to Mr..
Richard Guy Howes, also of Etchison. Miss
Maude G. Pope, of Salisbury, was brides
maid, and Mr.. Thomas F. Hawkins was
best man. Rev. W. H. Hoffman officiated.
The bride wore white net over white satin,
and carried white carnations. The brides
maid wore pink messaline and carried pink
carnations. After the ceremony dinner was
served to seventy-fve guests The couple
will reside on farm near Etchison.
The Poolesville Telephone Company met
at Poolesville last Saturday and re-organ-
lied by electine the following officers and
directors B. W. Walling, president H. W.
Spurrier, vice-president and treasurer r.
J. Darby. Secretary. The directors are B.
W. Walling, H, W, Spurrier, R. J. Darby,
D. R. Hershey, c. C. Hilton, T. o. White,
VIM. T. Griffith A. D. Trundle, Albert Woot-
ton and James B. Mauehlin. The charter
calls for ten directors and a capital stock
of $500. All Of this has been subscribed,
and the General Assembly is expected to
provide for an increase in its stock.
Commander Peary, one of the leading ex-
plorers laying claim to having discovered
and captured the north pole, got stranded in
an ordinary Montgomery county snowdrift
one evening last week down near the
District of Columbia line. He was out in
a taxicab with some ladies when the
vehicle got stuck in the snow. There the
party remained in a pitiable plight fol
some time, and it was at one time feared
that they might have to wait until Dr.
Cook could be found and sent to discover
them. But just on the verge of despair the
intrepid explorer struck out across snow
covered field and discovered a farm house
the occupants of which went to the rescue
and saved him and his party from perish.
ing in small pile of snow.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
School Board Proceedings.

The School Commissioners at their meet
ing on Tuesday last accepted the resigna-
tons of the following teachers:
Miss Doree G. Holman, Bailey's Miss
Beulah Fawcett. Colesville; Miss Blanche
Fawcett. assistant at KensingtOn.
Appropriations of $40 each were made
for the school libraries of Colesville. Old
Germantown and Woodfeld.
Miss Doree G. Holman was appointed to
substitute at Kensington for this school
session. The contract of Miss Blanche
Fawcett. Colesville Grammar School. was
confirmed
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Death of Mr.. VIM. II. Mannakee.

Mr.. William Henry Mannakee, a lifelong
and widelyknOwn citizen of this county,
died at his home in KensingtOn on Sunday
last. He had been continuously i'll since
September last, his ailments being chiefly
due to his advancing years
Mr.. Mannakee was born near Sandy
Spring nearly seventy-five years ago. He
had long been a resident of Kensington,
and was one of the pioneers in the estab-
lishment of that thrifty and progressive
town. A large part of the present site of
kensingtOn was formerly a portion of the
family estate of Mr.. Mannakee's widow,
whose maiden name was Miss Georgia A.
Knowles. The place was originally known
as Knowles Station.
In politics, Mr.. Mannakee was Demo-
crat. He took an active interest in public
affairs and was especially concerned in the
welfare and progress of the public schools.
He was elected County Commissioner for
two terms, and his record as a man of
public spirit gave him rank as one Of the
leading citizens of the county.
In addition to his widow, Mr.. Mannakee
is survived by the following children: Harry
Knowles Mannakee, Miss Clara Mannakee
Mrs. Newman G. Little, all of Kensington,
and Mrs. John A. Jones. of Washington,
C.
The funeral took place on Tuesday morn
ing last in Christ Episcopal Church. Ken
sington. Interment was in the family
burial lot in the Union Cemetery. near
Rockville.
The pallbearers were DIR. Eugene Jones,
j. W. Townsend, Preston B. Ray, George
Peter, Aaron H. Kinnear, Arthur Williams
and John A. Cannon.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
A Travelling Salesman.

II. F. Beers. 8l7 7th Ave. Peoria, ILL.,,
writes Il have been troubled for some
time with kidney trouble, 50 severely at
times could scarcely carry my grips After
using one bottle Of F0leys Kidney Pills
have been entirely relieved and cheerfully
recommend them 10 all. FOley's Kidney
Pills are healing and antiseptic and will
restore health and strength Sold by all
druggists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Sunday School Entertainment.

The Christmas entertainment of the Sun
day School Of the M. f. Church South at
Rockville on Thursday evening of last
week consisted of an entertaining cantata
entitled Santa Clauss Surprise Party"
The music and recitations were excel
lent, the prizes numerous, and each child
received box Of good things. The occa-
sion was enjoyed by all who attended.
Mr.. W. F. Prettyman. in appropriate
garb. acted as Santa Claus, Miss Mary
Humphrey as Mrs. Santa Claus and Master
Charles Prettyman as Little Nicholas. all
of whom did their parts well.
The hearts Of those composing the au-
dience were won by the numerous little
children dressed as brownies" fairies and
attendants, who could not have been more
interested and delighted if they had been
romping with old Santa Claus himself
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

Foleys Kidney Remedy will cure any
case Of kidney or bladder trouble that Is
not beyond the reach Of medicine. II In
vigorates the entire system and strength
ems the kidneys so they eliminate the i'm
purities from the blood. Backache. rheu-
matism. kidney and bladder troubles are
all cured by this great medicine. Sold by
all dru9gists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

The hens winter diet is lacking in egg
making material More of her food must
be used in keeping her body warm. Egg
production, naturally. falls of. Fairfeld's
Egg Producer supplies the egg-making ma
terial. increases egg production and pre-
vents disease. Sold under a written guar
antee by W. W. Welsh. Rockville.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Come, you're the Doctor,
Which shall II be,
Costiveness, constipation, or
HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain Tear
G. W. EtchisOn. GaithersburR.

The extra vitality required to digest the
cows winter foods is drawn from her milk
secreting organs. weakening them and cut
ting down the milk supply Fairields Milk
Producer makes winter foods digestible.
strengthens all organs and increases milk
in quantity and quality. Sold under a
written guarantee by W. w. Welsh. Rock
villa
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
slmrle ne,nedH a. alirlme.

7iIGVIV Nglnguy .0i taITl3pg. -
LaGrippe coughs are dangerous, as they
frequently develop into pneumonia. 70
ley's Honey and Tar not only stops the
cough, but heals and strengthens the lungs
so that no serious results need be feared.
The genuine Foleys Honey and Tar con-
tains no harmful drugs and is in yellow
package. Sold by all druggists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
To the Public.

Any one having coal ashes they wish
removed, please notify by postal the ex-
ecutive committee Of the Rockville Union
Cemetery Association. The committee will
remove them to the cemetery and be
Obliged for the same.
COMMITTEE
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

When hay. grain and fodder are cured"
the nutritive and digestive elements in the
Saps are lost. Fairfelds Blood Tonic, ad-
ded to the ration. restores the lost ele-
ments. makes food digestible, purihes the
blood and perfects the health. Sold under
written guarantee by W. W. Welsh. Rock
vile.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

Make your hens lay their eggs while you
can get good prices. Fairfelds Egg Pro-
Queer makes the hen keep up her summer
average in the winter by supplying egg max
ing material and stimulating the egg-pro-
ducing organs. Sold under written guar
antee by W. W. Welsh Rockville.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

Cook says he did it. Peary says he did
1t, but the chances are neither one did Il
unless he took HOLSTERS Rocky Mountain
Tea. II is the most searching and finding
remedy-there is no doubt after taking
as sure as you take il you get results. DO
ii tonight. G. W. Etchis0n. Gathersburg.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

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.
GaithersblIr1
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Rev. I. W. Williams TestIfles.

Rev. |. W. Williams, Huntington. W. Va,
writes us as follows This is 10 certify
dy will do all that you claim for IT," Sold
by all druggists.
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07
Red X Stamps at ReisInger's.

Don't forget to put them on your Xmas
presents nnd letters You'll not miss II II
you do, but the Maryland Red Cross So
siety will il you don't
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

Fairfield's Blood Tonic for Horses Only
neutralizes poisons produced by undgested
foods fermenting in the intestines. Il
strengthens digestion, purifies the blood
perfecting the health and increasing the
animals working ability. Sold under q
written guarantee by W. W. Welsh. Rock
willie
Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1910-01-07

but never follows the use Of Foley's Honey
and Tar, which stops the cough, heals the
lungs, and expels the cold from your sys-
TEN. Sold by all druggists