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Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31

The road system is a failure at pres
ent. and the money is wasted. A move
in the right direction will probably
be made at the next legislature.
Many Schools VIII Close Early.
Because of the shortage in the state
school appropriation, several Of the
rural schools in this section will close
several weeks earlier than usual It
is a shame that the people Of the rural
sections will not levy enough to as
sure their schools being kept open
any length of time. and as soon as the
state appropriation is used up in some
cases the schools are closed. This
method of getting results is rotten.
and the proposed new school laws will
do much to remedy this condition OF
affairs. 1t is to be hoped that the peO-
pie in the rural sections will give
them their support when they come
up before the next legislature.
Mrs. Bertha c. Evans left last Sat
urday for her homo in Baltimore after
having spent some time with Mrs b,
+. Ross and Mrs. f. Minner.
, Mrs. Frank Porter and Mrs. VIII
iiam Wooters have returned home
lLOnA a AMU MEGAb fAaAN " Ill AeeAAAA
more friends. While there they had
the pleasure of attending the Billy
Sunday services. They report much
rouble ia getting good seats, but with
then influence of friends they were
well provided for The writer receiV-
ed a number OF souvenir cards from
the ladies while they were away.
Miss Pearl Taylor and brother,
Charles, are employed at the state
hospital at Norristown. Pa.
Fred Masten has had his new home,
(the Wix property) greatly improved
by papcring and painting, and annex
ing a new bath room to the building.
He expects to occupy the house in the
near future.
Romulus Hopkins of Dover, was a
visitor IN town on Sat .rday, and was
mixing well with the politicians. It
is supposed that political matters are
his attention.
alrs. Sipple of Frederlea and daugh-
ter. Mrs. e. Vinyard, were visitors
here last week.
Mrs. James Anderson. who has been
suffering with stomach trouble and la
grippe, is slowly recovering.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31


Remington representative.
Next Monday, April 3rd, at p. NJ,
the first monthly shoot of the Kent
Gan Club will be held on the grounds
Of that organization in Harrington.
Phere are a large number of expert
shots in Lower Delaware, and they
win be interested in the shoots which
win be conducted by this club. In the
vicinity Of Milford, Frederick, FELTON,.
Bridgeville and other places some eX-
oepGonally fine shots reside. The
Sun Club has publicly invited these
gentlemen to take part in the shoot
ReXt Monday. It is more than likely
hat the organization of other clubs
will follow that of the local one.
New Century Club Notes.
The Harrington New Century Club
gave a delightful musical on Tuesday
evening with the chairman, Mrs. r.
K Jones and Miss Kennerly in charge.
At the preceding meeting of the club,
held at the home of Mrs. ". L. Ken
neTly, Home Economics" was the
topic for discussion. Many interest
Ing points developed in this discussion.
Miss Langrell is chairman of the next
meeting, and the topic for discussion
will be Current Events" The mem
bers of the club are all enthusiastic
and the meetings are well attended.
A Number Of Funerals.
A number of persons from the rural
sections attended the funeral of Alex
aRder Blades on Saturday, at the N.
u. Church. The services were con-
dacted by Rev. Mr.. Northrup. Music
was rendered by Miss Ada Jones, as
sisted by the choir. Interment was
made at Hollywood Cemeery.
The body of William Murphy, who
died in Hot Springs, Ark, was brought
10 Harrington on Saturday and inter
nent was made at Hollywood Gene
terry. Mr.. Murphy was a former Har-
ringtOn boy, but for several years had
resided out of the state.
The funeral of Samuel B. Cooper,
Who died at the home OF his daughter
in Maryland, was held last week and
lnterment was made In Hollywood
cemetery.
Are Now Working Roads.
Following the severe winter through
which the roads Of lower Kent County
emerged in miserable condition, the
spring weather is causing the various
supervisors to get busy" In the vic
inity of Harrington number OF roads
haye been scraped and rounded up
aaring the past few days and as soon
as they have settled they should be in
excellent condition. The people OF
tkis section who have given the mat
ser much thought are asking them
selves the question, where are the /
reads in Kent County which are per-
manent and which have been built |
h0m the 100000 good roads fund for
which the county has been bondedT' ]
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
HARRINGTON.
Gun Climb Has its First Shoot.

Gun Club Has its First Shoot.
The first practice shoot of the re-
Gently organized Kent Gun Club of
Harrington. was held on Saturday af-
tsrnoOn. f. F. Slear, a Remington
O. N. C. representative, was present.
Mr.. Slear presented the club with two
trophies, to be contested for by the
members. J. H. Holloway and George
o. Tucker showed exceptional skill,
as their scores attest. and won the
prizes This was the first regular
shoot they have ever participated in.
L. R. Beauchamp of the local club, and
a member of the DUPONT Club, Will
ndngton, was the highest gunner. he
breaking 80 out of a possible 100 tar
gets shot at The scores follow:
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Rank FOOHshness.

You occasionally see it stated that
co colds do not result from cold weather
Ihat IS rank foolishness. Were il true
colds would be as prevalent in midsum-
mer as IN midwinter. The microbe that
causes colds hourishes in damp. cold
weather. To get rid of a cold take
Cnamoerlain's Cough Remedy. It 81
effectual and is highly recommended hyI
people who have used it for MANY yesEs
as occasion required, and know is real
value. Obtainable everywhere.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
To The Grower and shipper.

II will be to the interest Of all growers
and shippers Of Delaware. Maryland and
Virginia products to consult the following
hst Of commission merchants and dealers,
weekly. and to look for the names and ad-
dresses Of those soliciting shipments OF
whatever you may have for sale
The list viii eventually include commits
Ston merchants. etc, Of other cities
Frank A. DOeringer,
Milford. Del. Publisher.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Wm. cook & sen.

says we are pleased to state we consider
RAT-SNAP is without doubt the finest
rat and mouse exterminator we have
ever used. 1t does all you claim and
more too. Two sizes, price Is and 25c.
Seld under written guarantee by The
Pierce Hardware Co. 11-12-1y
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
To the Receiver.

Five thOusand copies Of this paper will
BE- circulated among the farmers, fruit
and truck growers, poultry men, country
stores, dealc-s In sea food and other Della
Mary-Va. prl lucts, weekly.
Special headings are offered to those
desiring them
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Fish Wanted By

American Fish Co, 1 Dock St. Fish mkt
Clark, Stiles G. Co. 14Dock St. Fish mt
Davis & Co.......7 Dock St. mkt
& Pole, NECor. Front &Dock
NJ. PIE Dock st. Fish mkt
Larkin F. Pill Dock St. Fish mkt
Smith Jacob II. -. Dock st. Fish mkt
Sparks C. V. & Co., Dock st. Fish mkt
Timmons E. Dock st. Wharf
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Eggs Wanted by

Aver & Mckinney. .222 n. Delaware av
Fisher e. K. & Co......319 S. Front
Frederick Geo. w. 18th & Ridge Av.mkt
Hitschler Jacob j. & Son 1928 South
Jamison John. & 5 S. Water
Nice & Schneider Co. .G-10 S. Water
Sheaffer e Marvel ...........1 .1O2 Vine
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Calves Wanted by

Armour & Company. .... SO3S Market
Bell Howard J. & Co... 1896 Market.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Farm Wanted By

Fish, Oysters and CLANS Wanted bT
Bay Fish Co. .S21 N. End
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31

Rntter. Regs 8 PorItry Wanted by

Quaker City Poultry Co.. 314 S. Front.
Risser A. N. Co, Inc, 215-7 CallOVhin
Risser Bros. Co.......214-6 Callowhill
Shiye E. H..........354 n. Front
Weiss J. J.D............416 N. End.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Ponltrr lDressedl Manted bY

Friedrich Geo. W.. 18th & Ridge av. mkt
Reifsnyder H. Co.. 1884 10th St. mkt
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Bulter. Eggs. Cheese Wanted By

Aver & Mckinney. .222 N Delaware Av
Ohabrow & Bros. .......3S S. Water
Gilbert & Bye. .32-4 S. Water
McCanna & Frazer Co. Inc. 46 S. Water
MofFit, Wentworth & Co.. IT s. Water.
Murdoek A. J. NJ. & Co.. SO S. Water.
Richards ]. R.............20 S. Water.
Wachs A. & Co...........111 Pine.
Weiss J. D..................416 n. I'd
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Corn (COb and Shelled) Wanted by

Bastian G.H.&Bro., 1897 E. .Passayunk av
Hieber Chas. & Co... .619 Callowhill
McClain P. A. & Co.. Sd & Tasker
Shute b. L. & Co... .3lst & Chestnut
Street, Walter & Co. .31st & Chestnut
Wilson John C..,.....1116-2O So. 7th
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Butter Wanted by

Nice & Schreiber Co... $40 S. Water
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Fnrm Produce Wanted by

Abram James G Co.......116 Spruce
Semmelbeck & Coils Produce av
Feathers Wanted by
Standard Bedding Supply Co., 439 n. I'd
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
CIams Gargel Wanted By

Scar borough & ROwley. SO4 S. Water.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31

The road system is a failure at pres
ent, and the money is wasted. A move
in the right direction will probably
be made at the next legislature.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
CHESTER PA.
FrnIts nnd Prodnce Manted hY

Mills. Samuel. .242 EdgmOnt Ave
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Cow Peas Wanted by

Simon I. n. & Son........6 n. Front.
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Poultry HIye) Wanted BY

Bower H. K......... 1928 Market
Bradley F.S.&Co., N.E.Cor. ID & Spruce
Bradley T. C...........30 302 S.FTont
nnn-nIidntnd prndncn Co
Milford chronicle., 1916-03-31
Poultry, Eggs and PrOdHee Wanted by
WILMINGTON. DEL

DelmarYin Fruit g Produce @.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26

Kind VIII i,e receised b them Tor ths
Committee,
The postofssce auarters for Boydtcn
are 70 be embarked and improved, ac-
cording to bids now being offered BY
the Postof!ice Departments The fioor
space will be increased TO not less than
200 square feet, new automatic lock
boxes Will he Installed and window
space will be enlarged. The windows
will also be protected by steel screens
Altogt tlier the specifications call for .
larger and more attractive office.
Hon. u. w. Hudgins OF Chose City,
was In Boydton recently or business.
The people Of Mecklenburg are
pleased to learn OF his standing In the
late General Assembly taken by Ser
ator jeffrey and Delegate Hudgins
Both of these gentlemen are the re-
cipIents OF honors at the hands OF the
presiding officers OF their respective
branches of the Legislature In having
been appointed members of tho COM
mission to study and inquire into a
system of rural banking credits and
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26
-.aHsI|II n ~ ~ Z
BoypToN.

Especial 70 The Richmond virginlan:1
soy6tof, va, March 2bs---Mr. j = u
Faulkner left for Richmond Monday
evening
Mrs. r. w. Boyden. who has been
visiting friends in Boydtont left ner-
this week for Richmond, en- route
TO her home In New Market, Md.
Mr.. Donald Faulkner. of the Ini4
versity OF virginia Is at home visiting
for a few days
Messrx. r. r. Goode and Hugh
Goode were In Boydton during the
early part Of the week.
Mr.. A. Fine, who has been In Bat
,imore on business, has returned 10
his home here
Hon Thomas n. Williams, of Clarks-
Vile was in Boydton Monday on ous'-
fess.
Mr.. n. q. Haskins, OF Danville,
spent several days in Boydton TINS
week.
The ladies' OF the town have collect
cd a good many articles OF clothing
and SOME money for the war suffer ers
in Europe. Their contribution boxes
are scattered throughout the town and
all will have an opportunity TO help
even though they can give only a
smell gift The store Of w. q, Pleas
ants & Co. Is the depot for collecting
ga me, md any Clothing or gift OF any
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26

the new ana CROWNS West. fame and
foe<usae would have come 10 him In
the practice OF his prefessfon, but he
prsferred TO live. among the people
with whom he WAS born tisough tbs
country WA. especially after the war,
poor a1nd spArssly settled. and the re-
turns for HE professional work yield
family. In his hfe work he was
sctuated by duty rather than by hope
Of ccmpen sations In very many caser
HIS reward was only the love and
gratitude OF those among whom he
rracticed and consciousness Of duty
we'll done.
At the outbreak OF the war, though
incapa citated for military service by
i eason of his crippled leg, he left his
home and practice and went with the
Twenty second battalion. In Companies
h and p. Of which he had many de-
voted friends and neighbors. and the
most Of the war remained with them,
treating the sick and wounded
In 1887 he professed religion under
the ministry OF Rev. Samuel @. Mason.
of Charlotte County. and Joined the
Baptis. Church, In which faith he lived
q nd died a devoted Christian. In 1853
he married Miss Emily Bass native
Of Brunswick County. who survives
him OF this union there we're -four
of whom two are now Iiv-
ing, Mrs. r. r.. Atkinson. OF BurIlng-
ton. n. c.. and Mrs Clyde Fore, OF
Kenova, W. va. He Joined Masonic
lodge In Texas in 1853. and was n
charter member OF the keysville lodge
No lb4 on It's organization in 1859.
and of which he was made an honor
airy member several years before his
death At the time of his death he
was probably the oldset Mason in
Charlotte County.
The funeral took place at Keys
Vile on March and was conducted
under Masonic cerern onies at which
thers was a large attendance OF his
friends. and the inferment was made
in the family section OF the cemetery
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26

the GermAny o. 0esths. Hsine, Korn.
sr. NItehsr. Arndt, ana thousands aei
other ideaIfsfs, Germany whose pee
although ne the tin<a hopsieess nght
against an autocrak4c eorernmeut,
aermany which has serk 70 IN With
millions Of the best oitisens OF our
land. great leaders. great citizens like
Carl Schurz. Hugo Wssendonck. and
that sturdy patriot. tho last of the
forty Fighters. Abraham Jacob; 0er4
many, the true Germany, poisoned
though II may at the time have been
by the fumes of prussie acid and the
dream OF militarism, win In the end
welcome the aid Of America 20 with
stand tho monster -..,a..,..e-s i.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26
CAREER OF THE LATE
Or. JOHN {. GREGORY
was For Many Years a Leading Ply
sscsan and Citizen Of Charlotte
Count Actnated by Duty.
By q Friend and Associate. !

Wy tp1tA E3AA f"rsOLi@tN-t
The death of DIR, John r. Gregory,
OF tbs Ontario neighborhoed in Char
lotte County. at the home Of his son
ln-law, Rev. r. E. Atkinson. OF Bur-
l,ngSon, n c.. with whom he was
spending the winter. on March Z. 1918,
removes one OF the Oldest most high
~ respected and useful citizens the
county has ever had. and at the same
time the last survivor Of that noble
ante -beilun1 class the country family
physician.
The career of DR. Gregory was n
long, eventful and interesting one. He
was born April Is. 1899, in Lunenburs
County, Virginia, Of sturdy pioneer
Gregorys and Euhanks, were among
1Gnenburg's oldest. wealthiest and
most influential families When he
YVES FIVE years of age his father moved
70 Missouri. making the trip by private
conveyance Al this time, in 1887,
there were no railroads in Virginia
ana Keysville contained only one
house. that the tavern kept by the
Keys. from whom the town took it's
rame After five years residence in
Missouri. the family returned to Vir-
2!nis. where no attended the school
taught by Mr.. Nat Knight. in Lunen-
fhfS NOuutSs dfU III ISits f0IlIleGNiO1t II
IS rather remarkable 10 relate that
later he attended the schools Of this
gentleman in Missouri and Texas.
After a short residence in Virginia
they again returned by private con-
leyance To Missouri, where they re-
sided until / $50. when they removed
TO Texas Or. Gregary's mother hav
ing died while IN Texas he took her
remains To Missouri for burial in the
family graveyard. travelling by OK
tea and river boat over 1900 miles.
While in Texas he read medicins
md later took a course in medicine at
the Cincinnati Medical College. re-
turning to Virginia In 1855, where he
remained one year and again returned
10 Missouri, where he prncticed medi-
cine one year. While there he made
a horseback trip 20 Texas. through
Wild country. infested by outlaws and
populated largely by Indians In 1855
his father, while on a visit TO him
contracted cholera. from which he re-
covered, but died a few months later
iin Richmond, Va Returning 10 Cfn-
cinnsti after the death OF his father
DR.. Gregory completed his course In
the Cincinnati Medical College, and
graduated in 1857, when he located In
Charlotte County, in the neighborhood
IN which he practiced medicine up &c
I two years before his death.
I Active, Though Crippied.
Though having suffered with q dis
ease of the hip early in life. no physi
clan tn a practice Of considerable owe
! a half century was more energetic
and attentive 10 his patients. Hi
kindness of heart and S.-ill as a phyH
clan -endeared him to all with whom
/ he was thrown, and to his communit,
he was the trusted physc clan ant
/ friend Had he chosen to remain II
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26
Mourning Apparel
For Women and Misses

SPECIALIZING, as we do, in Mourning Suits,
Wraps, F'rocks, Blouses etc, we are always
ready to supply ones requirements quickly,
completely and at moderate cost.
Notably complete collections of newest spring
models include:
Mourning Suits, S19.75 up to $4,000.
Mourning Frocks, $500 up to $4,000
Mourning Wraps, $1,000 up to $780,
Mourning Evening Frocks at $4,000.
White Silk Mourning Frocks, $500 up.
Patrons desiring information concerning APP
propriate apparel for mourning wear and
mourning occasions will find Miller & Rhoads'
service both intelligent and helpful
Special Dept. Second Floor
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26
Coats, Frocks,
Hats, etc.
For Baby 5 Easter

Many fond mothers heart
beats joyfully at the mere
thought of baby In Its new
garb OF springtime. what. then.
must he their feelings when
they see here the pretty
clothes themselves many Of
them and 30 moderately
priced? M
Miller & Rhoads extend 4
hearty welcome to all with lit
tie ones that require ontfittiuS.
come to our Children's Dent, II
only 10 see the displays-for
INSPIRATION,
As one mother said yester-
day; NEVER WE'RE THE
LITTLE COATS. AND THE
HATS THAT MATCH THEM.
SO CUNNING.
And this isn't half Of what
this very mother had to say
about the dainty new Frocks--
both white and coloreti.
She proved her enthusiasm,
however. by buying literally. r.
Second. Floor.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26

hefyrs the next meeting Of the edSer-
.fIsfnx committee OF the Rtchmoud
chasnber of Commerce. which will b
held 81 S o'clock Monday afternoon
In the slirectors' room OF tho Chamber
0f Commerce building
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26
Silk Frocks
a Special Lot at $3.50

UNUSUAL!
High Grade Taffeta Frocks: also,
combinations of Taffeta and Georgette
and crepe de chine.
The smartest new shades; likewise
new, -to-the-minute models, and a
splendid variety to choose from.
Most all sizes, but, as many "Sam-
pie" Frocks are in this lot, you must
expect to see but few of any one kind.
EXCEPTIONAL vALUEi
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1916-03-26
Motor Coats
Are Made Of Oiled Silk

The newest ones for spring are very
light in weight, and may be worn
either high or low neck.
VERY STYLISH, as they comprise
the newest ideas in Motor Coats for
spring!
And, then, it's Just the garment one
will like to protect one from dust or
rain.
Colors: Red, green, plum and blue;
in sizes 81 to A.
Priced, $3.50.
Evening star., 1916-10-17
FRIGHTENED BY MEASURING
DEVICES, CONFESSES GUILT
Negro, Thinking Them Electrocution
instruments, Admits Robbing En-
ployer of 81 800 in Jewelry.

Benjamin 5. Jones, a coloTed chauffeur,
under arrest at police headquarters yes
terday afternoon on suspicion Of having
stolen jewelry valued at $500 found in
his possession. declared that the jeweiry
belonged TO him and said he purchased it
with money he obtained from the sale OF
his automobile.
One of the detectives jokingly said he
was going to the electrocution chamber
when he was started to the photograph
er's room to be measured and photo
graphed, and the sight of the Bertillon
measuring instruments, suggestive of an
eIectrocution instrument made the pris-
oner sick
When Jones recovered from his sudden
indisposition. the police stated, he changed
hi.; story and admitted he had taken the
iewelry from the dwelling of Col James
r Branch. his employer. Richmond, Va
and the authorities of that city wired
Inspector Grant that an officer would
come here for him
Jones was arrested in Alexandria yes
terday morning. Thinking he belonged
in this city the Alexandria police turn d
him over to Matt Horne, assistant pawn
Inspector, who brought him here.
Evening star., 1916-10-17
MRS. A. E. H. MIDDLETON
ASKS LIMITED DIVORCE
Charges Husband With Cruelty and
Drunkenness and Wants Gus
tody of Children.

Mrs. Nance A. Middleton today filed
suit in the District Supreme Court for
a limited divorce from Arthur E. H
Middleton on charges of cruelty and
drunkenness. She asks permanent ali
mony and the custody of the two chill
dren.
The husband is said to own real es-
tate worth $4,000 and to live on his
income, which is given as s400 per
month.
Through Attorneys Hawken &
Havell the wife tells of her marriage.
August %, 1910, at Philadelphia, and
SAYS they have since lived in Wash
ington, except for the past three
months, when they have sojourned in
MARYLAND There are two children,
aged three years and sixteen months,
respectively.
During the last two years, the wife
alleges, her husband has prs cticed a
systematic course of cruelty and on
numerous occasions struck her with his
fists and choked her. During the last
ten days, she asserts, he has been un-
der the influence of intoxicants and
made false accusations against her.
Last week, she tells the court, her hus-
band drove her from their temporary
home and she was compelled to return
to her mother in Washington.
She is without means, she states, and
entirely dependent upon charity for her
maintenance.
Justice Stafford, to whom the wife's
petition was presented. issued a rule
on Mr. Middleton to show cause Friday
why ne should not be required to pay
temporary alimony and to surrender
the custody of the children.
Evening star., 1916-10-17
MERGER OF PENNSY LINES
WEST OF PITTSBURGH

PITTSBURGH. October 17.-Stock-
holders of the Pittsburgh, Cincinnati,
Chicago and st. Louis railroad here to-
day adopted by almost unanimous vote
the agreement for the merger and con-
solidation of the Eandalia Railroad
Company. the Pittsburgh. Wheeling and
Kentucky Railroad Company, the Chi
cago. Indiana and Eastern Railroad
Company. the Anderson Belt Line Rail-
way Company and the Pittsburgh, Gin
cinnati, Chicago and st. Louis Railroad
Company. Nearly 80 per cent of the
total outstanding stock was represented
at the meeting, which was presided over
by J. Denniston Lyon of Pittsburgh
The effect of the consolidation will be
to group into one organization the rail-
roads IN the Pennsylvania system be-
tween Pittsburgh and st. Louis, and,
according to its officials, will strength
en- and fortify the company as COM
mon carrier. 1t is also planned to de-
veiop tributary territory with probable
economies of management, accounting
and general operation