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Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
BELGIAN RELIEF FUNDS.

The benefit performance given at the
Palace Theatre. Thursday evening. No.
yember 10, netted S17.sl each for the
Red Cross and the Belgian Relief funds
Mr.. Townsend donated the tickets and
posters used for the occasion. Contri-
buttons of clothing. received at the
Grange Hall last week, were packed
wednesday, by the committee in charge
and shipped via P. R. R. to Nj. Pierre
Mali, Chairman Belgian Relief Commit
tee, New York City. Donations cf
clothing for the next box are earnestly
solicited ana may be brought to the hall
Saturday, between two and four o o'clock.
The committee wishes to thank the
members Of the Grange for the use of
their hall for this purpose.
Milford has contributed for the Bel.
gian Relief to the present time. six large
packing cases of clothing. and over SIPS
IN money. $2757 of this money has al
ready been sent direct to London. Our
people prefer that the balance in hand be
expended for food. quickly, as a Milford.
Delaware, contribution " This fund will
therefore be sent off Immediately. Con-
trlbutions of money for this cause will
still be received.
SUSAN c. HYNSoN.
The list of contributions to date is as
follows
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
A Few Bargains.

l am closing out Stoves, Horse Collars
and Shoes at reduced prices. 10-30-4tp
j. FRANK PORTER, Greenwood, Del.
Nothing raised on a farm gives much
less profit than a thin hog unless it is
two thin hogs. Feed you hogs Fairfield's
Blood Tonic and Flesh Producer for
Hogs Only and watch them gain weight
every day. You need not fear Hog
Cholera where this tonic is used regu
arly. Sold under written guarantee by
Pierce Hardware Company, Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
RemarksbIe Cure OF Crnnn

Last winter when my little bow had
Group ! got him a bottle of Chamber.
IAN Cough Remedy honestly believe
II saved his life, writes Mrs. / r
Cock, Indiana, Pa. 1T cut the pblegT
and relieved his coughing spells. / Am
most grateful for what this remedy has
done for him. Sold by all dealers
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Kent County School Commission

The Kent County School Commission
will hold its quarterly meeting at the
office of the State Auditor in Dover.
Delaware, at 10 80 a. m. on Friday. De-
cember 4th. when all persons having
business to present may bring it before
the Board at that time.
1t THEO. TOWNSEND, President.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Farmers Take Notice.

Any kind of Lumber you may want.
sawed to order; any size you desire at
short notice. Prices from Sl2 so per
thousand and up. Scrap Board and Stove
Wood always on hand. Lap Wood for
sale at the mill for Sl.00 per cord. Mill
is located near Halls Cross Roads. in
Milford Neck. Call at the mill, or write
H. D. Adams, Manager, The Berlin Lum-
Der Company, Milford. Del ll-27-4t
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
HOw's This +;

We offer. One Hundred Dollars R.,,-,rd 10. ,
C., Sl,e ei Iatarrh that cannot be cured by Hall.
J. CHENEY CO.. Toledo. o.
-, We, the undersigned. have known 7
DAvHry Tor the last 5 years. and hpliey. hii,
peIiectF honorable IN an business trnn~acfion,
made by bis frm 80 0N'e"A'N'
NAT BANK OF COMMERCE.
Toledo. Ohio.
Iiaiis Catarri Cure Is takcn intcrnaiiv. ac.ipe
,lIil'eily upon the blood aud mucous surfaces oi
tne system. Testimonials sent free Price q
cents per bottle. Sold by an Druggists
Take Halls Family Pills for coustipatlou.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Sussex County School Commission

The quarterly meeting of the Sussex
County School Commission will be held
at Georgetown, Delaware, in the office
OF Charles L. Moore, Esq, on Thursday,
December Srd, at 10 a. m. All persons
having business to place before the
Board must present it at that time.
1t CHARLES L. MOORE. Secretary.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Now is the time to watch your poultry
carefully for roup. Fairield's Rtup
Remedy will save your birds from the
effects of this dangerous disease. Put it
in their drinking water But if bird is
sick drop it in throat with dropper or
feather. Sold under written guarantee
by Pierce Hardware Company, Milford.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Notice Mill Reopentd

The Davis Roller Mills in Milford have
been thoroughly overhauled and are now
reopen for the public business. We have
all kinds of Feed and Flour which will
be exchanged for Wheat or Corn. We
are in the market for Corn or Wheat
Cdli ana give US trial. 8-7tt
FRANK w. DAVIS, Proprietor
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Piano Sale

we are running special sale Of Piaros
Tor the Holidays. We have on the floor
the Langon, Laffargue, Cunningham end
cuts OF many others at very reasonable
prices, ranging from $4,000 upwar is.
Gall and look them over. Next door 10
Davis Meat Market. IIei9tf
Phone 1928. R. B. BANNINc -
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Public Sale.
] will sell at public sale at my residence in Prime
Hook Neck, on the Mark H. Davis Farm on
Thursday. December 17fh, 1914,

will sell at public sale at my residence in Prim,
Hook Neck, on the Mark H. Davis Farm on
Thursday. December 17fh, 1914,
sale commencing prompt, at ten O'Clock. but II
this day be stormy sale will be held the next clear
day. as follows;
LIVE STOCK.
Two Horses. One grey horse. other bay mare.
- Both are good farm horse- Tag-En
and drivers Gentle in all SSt{iAB
HIYN harness. Six HOlstein Cows III
w. All are giving milk. Two %-sei-az-s
will come fresh in February. Berkshire Bull three
years old. Two $50 pound Hogs. Shoats Berk-
shire stock.
FARM IMPLEMENTS.
Two Horse Farm Wagon. Wheel Cart one
Wrangle Harrow. one Spade Harrow, Milwaukee
Mower. Ontario Hoe Drill nearly new. Mccormick
n ,rse Rake nearly new. John Deer Sulky Plow
nearly new, Mccormick Wheat Binder in good
condition Plows. Harrows Cult vators Hoes
Forks Rakes etc lot of Harness.
Lot Of Corn. Fodder. Scarlet Clover Hay Boat and
Steel Traps and Speer. 80 Snapper Nets.
HOUSEHOLD GOODS.
Good Cook Stove excellent Sewing Machine. Cook
Table, Clothes Wringer. lot Of Irons two Bed
iteads, Bed Springs two Kettles. lot of Barrels
and Baskets
six Acres Of Land cleared and ready for farming,
ocated between NAPLES Mill and Slaughter Beach
wall be sold at the same time
Terms Cash. No goods to be removed until they
are settled for.
ELWOOD STEVENSON.
II. Jester. Auctoneer.
/. r. Stevenson. Clerk.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Made Very Clear.

Tommy-PoD. which Il correct-"l
shall" or 81 willT TOmmy's Pop-It
depends on the sex. my son. A man
says Il shall" and a woman says II
will. Philadelphia Record.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Few Bargains

,DS = carload Of Nazareth" Cement,
1lso : car: load Of No. 2 Cedar Shingles I;
Cbs.,,OSt. ,Ot OF Red Cedar, White Cedar and
a919s slut Fence Posts at Milford yard of
W. l. d. SHORT, Milford, Bel.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Feed and water will keep a COW alive,
Sat Fairfield's Blood Tonic and Milk
nOdueer will keep her healthy and in
cease her yield of milk. See that your
COWS get it regularly and thus insure no
. 9GTe milk tever, abortion of red water.
S9a = under written guarantee by Pierce
hardware Company, Milford
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

For Sale. The most desirable home,
Ege town, about 6 acres, the best land.
Spendld & room house. Barn, chicken
0use and wagon shed, good as new.
Beautiful young shade, some fruit. PO-
session. Bargain. Perfect title guaran
sed. 6. Chester Marshall, Milford,
Delaware. l1-20tf
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Don't forget to call and see our line
Of Pianos displayed for the Holidays. Ii
5ou are interested in a good used Piano
tse or write US at once. r. 3. Banning,
AilfOrd, Del. Phone 1923. II
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Notice To The Farmers.

pon,, me Will pay highe 1t cash prices for
a. and all other country product.
\ our prices before selling. 6-I9tf
E BURRls & Son. Lincoln, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
ImpOrIsut.

~ pear IN mind that Chamberlain's Tab
,,a ~ not only move the bowels but inn
S"0 XIV the appetite and strengthen the
@sesuon. For sale by all dealers.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Perpetual Insurance

'a rs,. arm Property owners. One pay
S,iss ste only. For full particulars call or
i W. W Watson's Mercantile Agency. 81
y walnut Street, Milford, Del. 9-25tf
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

For Sale-A slightly used Parlor Suit
Of three pieces Price very low. At r.
B, Bsnning's Piano Store. It.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
GREENWOOD.

4, a game supper will be held over A.
a. Jones hall on Saturday evening foy
the benefit of the P. o. S. of A.
Allce Cox is visiting friends and rela-
tives in Smyrna.
Olve Wiley, who was operated on
last week at Howard Hospital is GETTING
along very nicely at this writing
Minnie Cahall was suddenly called
away by the ueath of her brother this
The brick work is progressing very
nicely on the new school building.
walter Donovan, of Greenwood. and
Miss Fannie Prettyman. of Lewes. were
married at the home of the BRIDES mar
ents wednesday morning. November
/ Iotn' at SIX O'Clock. Following a trim to
wilmington, Philadelphia and Washing
Ton the young couple will reside at
CentcevilIe. Nd.
George Outten is building a new house
Tor Roland Outten who will move here
from BridgeYille as soon as the house
IS completed.
Cleota Jones. of Smyrna. is visiting |
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Chester Gov
Mrs James Todd died last week and in |
terment made at Bridgevile Cemetery. /
A Union Meeting of the Christian En- /
deavor of the NJ. P. Church and the En-
worth League of the NJ. E. Church was
held IN the M. P. Church Sunday even (
ing last. The services were very enioy-
able, the music. both vocal and instru-
mental, being excellent.
Levin Smith, an old gentleman. died
last week and was buried on Sunday.
Rev. A. B Reed, of Glendale, will
preach next Sunday morning at the NJ.
h. Church at 80 O'clock. All are in
viief to be present.
While playing last Sunday, Russell
lsaacs, small boy. fell behind a mule ,
and was kicked back of the left ear by !
the animal. The child was knocked un-
but at the present time is i'm
proving.
Those present at the morning service 8
n the M. +. Church last Sunday were
nghly favored with a vocal solo by Miss n
louise Ratledge. vice principal of the R
liddletown High School. The lady is e
.lways welcome visitor at Greenwood. N
A bazaar will be held in the Green N
vood Auditorium for the benfit of the n
4. +. Church on Tuesday and Wednes n
ay evenings December eighth and ninth. N
III kinds of articles will be sold and a n
mall admission fee will be charged. II
he past two years, passed quitely to his N
est at five O'Clock on Tuesday evening. RII
lie has been a constant member of the c,
|. E. Church for manyS ears. He leaves R
wife to mourn his loss ~ N
George Ker. an old gentleman who has Nj
we'd alone for the last two years was NJ
as taken suddenly i'll with pneumonia ~
few days ago and was found by one of Dc
S neighbors. He gave notice to the doc Pr
r, who went to his rescue promptly. "a
rnest Fry, who sold him the farm. Mr.
lied on the old gentleman on Sunday En-
ID Mr. Ker pleaded earnestly to be "a
ken home with him. This Mr.. Fry I
adily did. but he was so i'll that he
ed on Monday afternoon. His funeral
as held on Wednesday. Interment at
. JOhnstown cemetery.
W. S. Pitcher will leave Nanticoke 10
inbred and will move to Milford, where Il e.
will take up agriculture near town tor t1,
. 1915. ~ ~
have openedmy Clothing Store again, ba,
4 have a very large line of Mems, II
omen's and Children's Clothing. The Nj,
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

For all the latest Sheet Music during
ae Holidays will be found at r. B. Ban
nlgs Music Store, next door to DAVIS
Neat Market. 1t
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
For sale.

n. HOss @ Silos. Call on me and save 20
bcnSt. JSent. Also Chas. A. Cyphers Buffalo
~. .Uators, Breeders and Poultry sup
iiSSo EGBERT GATES,
S'p Lincoln, Delaware.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

For all kinds of Musical instruments
Ne R. B. Banning, next door to Davis
Neat Market. 1t
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
NOIieo

90 BOOKS repaired at lowest prices. All
VII VII guaranteed. Printed and blank
IS ca speciality. 1120 at
CHAs' L. MALsEED, Milford, Del
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

For good, slightly used Organs, 90 to
R B. Banning, next door to Davis Meat
Market. 1t
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Fruits. Vegetables, Etc.

rOreIgn and Domestic Fruits and Fresh
OiSsn M vegetables always on hand.
WIN. MURPHY, IA North Walnut St.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
NOtios.

Will not pay any bills unless they
|, " ! made by myself.
''E-Stp CALVIN MARINE.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Legal Blanks-Deeds, Mortgages,
Notes, Bonds, etc, at Luther Calhoun's s
Store in Bridgeville.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Hesdquarters for Bicycles and Bicycle
lires and other repairs, is at John +.
HOdsman's, opposite First National
Bank, Milford, Del. 5-8tf
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Fresh Sausage Daily.

homemade Scrapple and Lard at
Hlu W. H. DAVIS Meat Market.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

You get your Galvanized Corrugat-
A Iron Roofing at l. D.. Short.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Into each life some rain must faI.
but don't magnify every showes into
q clOmdburSL
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Homemade Sausage, Scrapple and
Lard at Davis Meat Market.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Frankfourters and Sauer Kraut at
Davis Meat Market.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Mince Meat, Sauer Kraut and Picked
Rg Feet at Davis Meat Market.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Get Cunning Notices at Luther Cal
k1n's at Bridgeville.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
Musical lns'ruculOn.

4, Mss Causey, No. 2Jl2 South Walnut
'aeeC 9-iltf
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
aafnrn Glrtnntrlf.
FRIDAY. NOV. II. 1914.

Mrs.. Annie Lord HYnson, Piano Les
ans. l0-9-tf
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Tr Sterilac Milk. T. A. Ruddell.
Role 2O9-S.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

Ihave openedmy Clothing Store again,
and have a very large line of Mems,
Women's and Children's Clothing. The
prices are very low, and l have some
very good bargins. This lot of goods
must be seen to be appreciated. now
nave about 100000 worth of goods to
select from. Come early and brini your
friends. CHARLES B. PORTER.
10 9tf. Greenwood, Del.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27
SPECIAL SHOW
Palace Theatre
Friday, Dec. 4th
.enefit of friendship Bible CIas

Lost in Mid. Ocean"
A thrilling story of love, showing the
greatest shipwreck ever portrayed on a
screen.
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

FOR SALE-A good Five Room House. 4iS
Washington Street Milford Reasonable priee
Apply. ]. NJ. Wyatt. Lincoln. Del tn
Milford chronicle., 1914-11-27

FOR SALE Bay Mare eight years old. 100
pounds bargain for quick buyer will work any
where. b. Il. Short Oakley. Del ltp
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18
FLAMES CLAIM TWO LIVES
Men Who Lived Alone Perish When
Their Homes Burn.

fredericksburg, Md, Dec. 1S-John
Chamberlain, a civil war veteran
who lived alone between here and
Seaford was b-rre5 ~ ae"th early
yesterday morning The flames were
discovered by neigl bors, who eXtir-
ghished the blaze before the home
..oe doe+rcved hut when thew too
the veteran rom his bed, he had been
burned so badly that death resulted
He had wife living in Boston,
from whom he had been separated
for many years.
When the home of David Travers.
a farmer living between Federals-.
burg, and Seaford, was burned this
morning he was caught in the fam
es and burned to death. His charred
body was taken from the ruins to
by neighbors who arrived too late tn
save him or his home, which was de-
strnved, together with all household
effects. Travers lived alone and the
origin of the fire is unknown.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18
THE POOR
AMONG US.

Rv this time the donations from
Alexandrians for the Belgian SUI
ferers have reached Norfolk hence
what follows will in no wise cause a
diuinution in the contributions 70
that worthy object. Attention is cal
10 - me ract that there are many
nersons in Alexandria who are ap-
healing to us for aid while passing
through the winter There are doubt
less more than in past years VINO
have found themselves stranded, and
the frost king is bringing has usual
distress to those whose coal bins are
empty as well as their larders, ref
erence to which was made IN this
column yesterday.
The members of the Cooperative
Charities, as is their yearly custom,
are engaged in making inventories,
and they find a number OF cases
where assistance is needed imnnedl-
ately. The aid given by this organi-
cation is systematic and close inves-
LEGATION follows when appeals are
made.
While the city appropriates money
for the work of the Cooperative
Charities. the demands Of the desti-
ute always. exceed the apportion-
ment made by the City Council and
Erivate citizens augment the fund in
order that the good work may go on.
Three months more Of inclement
and uncertain weather are before Us
cefore spring shall nave made its
advent, an6 during Ills period the
mcrageG.s Of the charities will be
kept busy 1t is probable that they
may not be able to comply with all
the appeals made tc them. not
withstanding the close scrutiny which
they exercise over their limited
means. and aid from &c more great
ly blesse., will be dispensed with the
greatest care.
Their suggestions have heretofore
brought satisfactory responses. and
they wall doubtless be met during
the present winter.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18
SEES GLASS.BLOWElS' DOOM.
Old Operative Sure Machine is Re-
placing Human Breath.

Seuadron's Guns Turned on Force in
:he older Slassbluwers of this city
las advised number of young men
who are apprentices to seek other
employment, as he believes eventu-
ally all glassware will be made b.
machines, and that the glassblowers
vocation will soon be thing OF the
past. At this time many will take no.
thing except handmade ware, but.
according to old blowers. these men
will change their minds, as machin.
es are being made nearer perfect each
year. Besides, it requires no skill! tH
operate the machines, and some do
not even need an attendant, as the
ware is automatically taken to the
ovens for tempering, and is handled
only in sorting and packing.
The glassblowers' trade is DOOM
ed" according to this old operator,
and he advises young men who have
worked their way along to learn
something else. Many OF the older
Jlower~, who saved their money have
invested in small farms, stores, NOV
ing-picture ventures, and some with
lerical tendencies have obtained
fairly good positions in the cities,
and larger towns. Some, too, arc
making good travelling statesmen,
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18

disfFanchised majority of the
voters of the state, that is all who
served in the Confederate army or
in any way aided the south.
Every democrat in the Cd Dominion
was sought personally and made
to vote, with the result that the
state repudiated the would be Off
Gals. and the democratic party re-
sumed charge of the affairs and dur
ing their long trem Of service things
have progressed smoothly, and, ac-
cording to the State Accountant are
still running in the same grooves.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18

WANTED-By white woman gene
raj house work, cooking or nurs-
ing, or oil round work. Apply l15
south Fairfax street Alexandria.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18
Why Not Publish II

When you wJnt fact to become
generally known, the right way IS to
publish it. Mrs. Joseph Kallans. Peru
Ind, was troubled with belching SOUR
stomach ami Frequent headaches. She
writes, 81 feel it my duty to tell
others what Chambcrlain's Tablets
have done for me. They have helped
my digestion and regulated my
bowels. Since using them have been
entirel: we'll" For sale by all deal
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18
VIRGINIA HAS
CLEAN HANDS.

If there is any graft of any sort
IN any department of the State Gov
crnment, or in any Of her institutions
Il is so cleverly done that l have
ueen unable to get the faintest trace
of the least intentional wrong" said
w. Frank Smyth, the State Account
ant, after his report had been passed
on by the State Auditing Committee,
in Richmond this week.
Mr.. Smyth says that he does not
believe there is another State in
which the business transactions are
o! such magnitude that there is such
an utter lack of any sort Of plumber
ing or grating.
And it may be added such condi-
tons have been in evidence in the
Old Dominion 10 these many years
--ol since the democratic party res
cued the commonwealth from carpet
bag rule as far back as 1869.
During this long period but few
hjots have appeared on the states
cs2ntcheon. Occasioaally-at very
long Notwithstanding to be re,
GREETED has appeared, but in most
eases they were Of trivial nature.
At the close Of the civil war the
Public affairs of Virginia were in :
Chaotic state. This was but natural
as at times the commonwealth wa
dominated by Adventures who hat
no interest in public affairs.
The campaign of the democratic
party in 1869 was probably one Of tn
most earnest ever conducted in tn,
commonwealth. 1t WAS a fight TO
life. Virginia was oyerrun with PEG
pie not native and TO the manne
born, and representatives of thi
class planned, with the assistance o
the thousands Of negroes who ha
!,een enfranchised, to capture tn
state. They nominated candidat
ia}r sGoVerner,; placed men in the fiei
for Congress in every district, a
we'll as candidates for the Legisla
tr-e. The Underwood constitution
was alSo be voted on. some prov
SONS of which would have virtual
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18
PUBLISHED DAILY

The Alexandria Gazette Corporation
Gazette Building ;. :. King Street
ROBERT S. BARRETT, President
and General Manager.
EDWARD w. SMITH, Secretary and
Treasurer.
Entered at the Postofice OF Alex
andria, Virginia as second class mat
ter
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1914-12-18
NOTICE.

TIE ALEXANDRIA NATIONAL
BANK.
Alexandria, Virginia
December II, 1914.
The regular annual meeting of the
stockholders will be held at the Bank
ing House on Tuesday. january Il:
1915, at eleven o'clock A. ~, Tor
the election of directors, and such
other business as may regularly
come before the meeting.
J. L. PERRY. CASHIER.